Renaissance Tours has released its latest collection of Australian domestic tours for the remainder of 2025, offering a suite of expert-led cultural escapes designed for discerning travellers. The Short Breaks program includes curated experiences across music, art, gardens, history and gastronomy—all within Australia’s most scenic and storied regions.
From chamber music in Margaret River to the gardens of Tasmania’s east coast, these short breaks deliver exceptional access, local expertise and a relaxed pace of travel—no passports or long-haul flights required.
Highlights from the 2025 tour calendar
- Opera, Music, Theatre & Ballet in Melbourne (October): Music specialist Arnold Klugkist leads this five-day tour through Melbourne’s rich cultural scene. Guests will enjoy top-tier seats at performances by the Victorian Opera, The Australian Ballet and the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, along with a recital by celebrated pianist Benjamin Grosvenor.
- Food and Wine in McLaren Vale and Kangaroo Island (November): Wine expert Brigid Kennedy hosts this South Australian gourmet journey, visiting renowned producers including the fourth-generation d’Arenberg winery, known for basket-pressed wines and bold cellar-door experiences.
- History, Gardens and Landscapes of Tasmania’s East Coast (November): Author and local historian Mark Dickenson guides guests through Hobart, Port Arthur and along the east coast, with exclusive access to private gardens and heritage homesteads, paired with paddock-to-plate dining.
More cultural journeys on offer
- Australian Festival of Chamber Music in Townsville (25–29 July): Music specialist Andy Bromberger offers pre-concert talks and insights across five days at one of the nation’s premier classical music events, with stays in a waterfront resort.
- Treasures of the National Capital (31 August – 4 September): Journalist Helen Pitt leads this Canberra-based tour with private access to exhibitions at the National Gallery of Australia, stories from Old Parliament House, and curated dining at top restaurants.
- Gardens and Wildflowers of Western Australia (16–24 October): Garden specialist Julie Kinney hosts this seasonal celebration of wildflower blooms and private gardens across Perth and Margaret River, with meet-the-owner moments and botanical highlights.
A culturally rich alternative to overseas travel
“Our 2025 domestic collection invites Australians to explore their own backyard through the lens of art, music, gardens, and gastronomy,” said Renaissance Tours Managing Director Evan Petrelis.
“These short breaks offer depth, comfort and expert insight, all without the hassle of international travel.”
