Love Food? Love Travel? You’ll Love Taste of Tours

If your idea of the perfect holiday involves long lunches, local markets, passionate producers and discovering a destination through its food and wine, then Taste of Tours may just be your perfect match.

Specialising in small-group culinary tours designed specifically for Kiwis, Taste of Tours creates immersive travel experiences that go well beyond the predictable. Recently named LUXlife Magazine’s Best Culinary Tour 2026 — New Zealand, and awarded the Client Satisfaction Excellence Award 2026, the company has built a loyal following of travellers who return again and again.

A Journey Through Croatia’s Coastline

In June 2026, Taste of Tours will travel the length of Croatia’s spectacular coastline, from Rovinj to Dubrovnik, stopping along the way at the islands of Hvar and Korčula.

Over 12 unforgettable days, guests will experience the region through its flavours — the freshest seafood, exceptional olive oil and distinctive local wines. Hosted by Vicki Ravlich-Horan and Julie Le Clerc, the tour uncovers culinary treasures including truffles, salt, local cheeses and oysters, while also exploring the history and culture that shape the region.

Expect to eat your way around Split, dine in a traditional konoba in Istria and enjoy dinner with a million-dollar view in Korčula. It’s as much about connection and storytelling as it is about extraordinary food.

The Heart of Italian Food

In June, guests will also have the opportunity to experience Emilia-Romagna — widely regarded as the culinary heart of Italy.

Based in a private villa, each day brings a new town to explore, with visits to farms, factories and kitchens that reveal the traditions, passion and craftsmanship behind the region’s world-famous produce. It’s Italian food as it should be: leisurely, generous and shared in good company.

A Community of Like-Minded Travellers

For many, it’s the people who make these journeys truly special.

“Another fabulous adventure completed,” say Mandy and Greg Jarvis, who have travelled on multiple Taste of Tours experiences. “If you wish to adventure beyond the predictable, see a country behind the scenes and get to know the people and their past with an equally adventurous group, Taste of Tours will take you there.”

Others speak of experiences not normally accessible to travellers, thanks to Vicki’s local knowledge and strong relationships on the ground. “A trip of a lifetime,” describes Jennie Gallagher. “Amazing fun-filled days, superb meals, wines and oils — and a trip where strangers become friends.”

That sense of connection — to place, to food and to each other — is what sets Taste of Tours apart.

To explore upcoming departures and learn more, visit tasteoftours.com