Warragul & Drouin Gazette

Explore iconic regions of Australia with Gippsland Travel

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As locals, we rarely stop to consider how diverse this country is. How many of us can say we have truly explored the many charms of our land?

Along with being able to assist you with all your travel needs, Gippsland Travel’s personally escorted tours to overseas destinatio­ns are very popular and they are offering the same service so you can explore our beautiful country.

Comprehens­ive itinerarie­s and costs are now available for the 2019 Australian escorted tours.

On each tour you will be accompanie­d by one of Gippsland Travel’s Senior Consultant­s, who have each explored the regions to ensure you will have the best holiday.

Norfolk Island March/April - 11 days.

Norfolk Island is defined by pine trees and jagged cliffs. Sandy beaches include Emily Bay, with reef-protected waters. Norfolk Island National Park offers views over palm forests from Mt. Pitt. In the capital Kingston, the Norfolk Island Museum traces the island's colourful past.

From its early beginnings as a harsh penal colony, Norfolk Island today is home to the descendant­s of the Bounty Mutineers whose barefoot manners, warmth and hospitalit­y have been woven into the island’s unique and timeless rhythm.

Christmas Island & Cocos Keeling Islands - July/August - 17 days

Christmas Island is an island full of natural wonders. Famous for its red crabs, sea birds, whale sharks and spectacula­r coral reefs, there's nothing quite like it anywhere else on the planet.

The Cocos Keeling Islands are a group of coral islands that form two atolls. Australia's last unspoilt paradise lies in the azure waters of the Indian Ocean.

Visit uninhabite­d islands, watch spectacula­r birdlife and discover the culture and traditions of the Cocos Malay people.

Longreach, Birdsville, & Winton. August – 13 days

The tour will take in the spectacula­r landscapes, iconic landmarks and fascinatin­g historical sites on this 14-day round trip. Stay at the famous Birdsville Hotel, toast the outback sunset atop Big Red, see where the country meets the desert, visit the top dinosaur attraction­s in Winton and return to Brisbane by an overnight rail journey on the Spirit of the Outback.

Contact Gippsland Travel on 5623 5151 or have a look at the website www.gippslandt­ravel.com.au for more details of their many escorted tours.

 ??  ?? Join Linda’s escorted tour to Longreach, Birdsville and Winton and learn the fascinatin­g history of the Waltzing Matilda Legend.
Join Linda’s escorted tour to Longreach, Birdsville and Winton and learn the fascinatin­g history of the Waltzing Matilda Legend.

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