Discover the best food & wine holidays
Nothing gets you to the heart of a country quite like tasting its culinary culture. So, for food and wine lovers, a luxury holiday that mixes stunning surroundings with incredible cuisine is simply perfection. From clifftop dinners to tree-top tasting menus and centuries-old wine cellars, these expertly hand-picked gourmet getaways offer the most exceptional of dining experiences.
Luxury hotels for a gourmet holiday or foodie weekend break
Whether tasting wine at the world's most famous vineyards, dining at Michelin-starred restaurants or sampling expert cooking schools, explore these exceptional luxury hotels for an unforgettable foodie holiday.
Your perfect gourmet break awaits…
Does your dream holiday involve touring sun-soaked wine regions, stopping to sample the crispest of white wines? Or, perhaps you’d never forget a gourmet picnic in the Tuscan countryside, or the vibrant flavours of authentic Thai cuisine? Whatever it is that inspires you, our Travel Specialists will…
- Use their first-hand knowledge to find you the world's most incredible wine and gourmet experiences
- Get to know you to personalise your holiday to your idea of perfection
- Tailor-make every aspect, arranging any dinner reservations or wine-tastings for you
Wherever in the world your gourmet break takes you, we’ll be here to ensure every element is absolute perfection.
Jackie
Travel Specialist
Your holiday always includes
- Premium lounge passes at UK airports
- VIP meet & greet service at departure
- Private transfers to and from your hotel
- Personal concierge service throughout
- 24/7 assistance when travelling
- The first-hand knowledge of our team
Special offers for you
Shangri-La Le Touessrok Mauritius
This recently renovated resort has access to many great facilities including its own island just a short boat ride away
- Save 25% on accommodation
- October half term price
Shangri-La Le Touessrok Mauritius
Enjoy a festive getaway to this beautiful resort in Mauritius
- Save 25% on accommodation
- Christmas holiday price
Cipriani, A Belmond Hotel, Venice
A realm of vintage glamour set on Giudecca Island, this hotel is a true Venetian classic
- Mercedes-Benz and Fiberglass Boat private transfers
- Free shuttle to St Mark’s Square
More options available
Six Senses Douro Valley
Escape to the enchanting Douro Valley for a Suite Retreat at this Portuguese paradise
- Save 15% on Suite accommodation
Calabash Hotel
Enjoy a gourmet beach holiday to this Relais & Châteaux hotel in Grenada
- Free upgrade from Bed & Breakfast to Half Board
More options available
One&Only Le Saint Géran
Spend your summer holiday at this beautiful Mauritian resort!
- Early booking discount
- Book 90 days or more in advance
- Complimentary upgrade to half board
- Complimentary upgrade to half board
One&Only Le Saint Géran
Book early to enjoy a fantastic 2025 holiday at this stunning Mauritius property!
- Early booking discount
- Book 90 days or more in advance
- Complimentary upgrade to half board
- Complimentary upgrade to half board
Top gourmet breaks in Europe
Renowned for excellent wines, world-class fine dining, fresh ingredients and stunning scenery, Europe has more than enough on its plate for a gourmet break. Discover some of the best hotels for your foodie escape here.
The world's best holidays for foodies
Taste the creations of an eight-times Michelin-starred chef, dine at the world's only restaurant set in a traditional dhoni boat and take a moonlit table on the edge of a cliff with these exceptional spots for a food-lovers holiday.
Top hideaways for wine tasting holidays
From the famed Barossa Valley to the renowned vineyards of South Africa, South America, New Zealand and Napa Valley, you'll find a winery to fall in love with when you explore these hideaways.
What Our Clients Say
We pride ourselves on creating the best tailor-made luxury holidays for all our clients. But, we know that's not just for us to say. Read our latest reviews to see how others found their experience of travelling with the Inspiring Travel.
More ideas for your gourmet getaway
Feed your appetite for more foodie escapes with these articles from our blog
Tailor your bespoke holiday today
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Why Inspiring Travel?
Premium & Exclusive
- Only the best private travel experiences
- Hand-picked collection of world-class luxury resorts
- Diverse portfolio of bespoke & tailored itineraries
Personal & tailored
- Every holiday created to be entirely bespoke
- Exclusive experiences arranged on your behalf
- Personal contact to tailor every aspect of your holiday
Exceptional service
- 24/7 support while you're travelling
- Every detail handled by our concierge team
- Lounge passes, airport meet & greet and private transfers included
First-hand expertise
- The experts in tailor-made travel for 50 years
- Team of well-travelled specialists offering first-hand knowledge
- Network of trusted luxury travel partners
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