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GIPPSLAND

2020DEPARTURES

Taking �e hassle out of your travel wi� transfers to and �om Bairnsdale

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Set sail on the Queen Elizabethand immerse yourself in herevocative art deco elegance.Our newest Queen exudesstyle and has an especiallyrefined feel. Prepare yourselffor a truly remarkable voyage.

Discover the Gems of Tasmania on this fully escorted tour of Van Diemen's Land. It will

showcase all that Tassie offers at a leisurely pace.

Tasmania In Fall18TH - 30TH APRIL 2020

Fully Escorted Tour, Easy Paced & Multiple Night Stays

TOUR INCLUSIONS:• Return Flights• All Transfers• 3 Nights in Strahan• 4 Nights in Hobart• The Nut Chairlift• Gordon River Cruise• West Coast Wilderness Railway• The Ship That Never Was Play• The Wall in the Wilderness Entry• Tahune Airwalk Adventures• Port Arthur Historic Site Entry• Cataract Gorge Cruise

Many of these tours and cruises are now fully confirmed

and selling quickly. avoid disappointment and book early.

• Upon registering your interest in any tour/cruise option listedin this brochure, you will be contacted when the full itineraryand confirmed pricing is available.

• Dates and itineraries may be subject to change until finalconfirmation.

• All tours are subject to minimum numbers to guaranteedeparture.

• Different terms & conditions may apply for differentwholesalers, please enquire at time of booking.

• Travel insurance is highly recommended. • Further tours can be added throughout the year subject toenquiry. These will be advised in our newsletter and online atwww.cooperstravel.com

• Coopers Travel are able to assist clubs and organisations withbonus group travel arrangements.

Please ReadiMpORTanT inFORMaTiOn regarding our gippsland departures

We need your helpplanning aheadWe would love to hear from you with an

indication of tours/cruises/destinations you are interested in.

It will help us immensely in guaranteeing our tours, and assist us in securing

group space if we have early registration ofinterest on any listed Gippsland Departures.

This is not binding to you, it just assists us with our planning.

Let us know if you would like any specific groupoptions: i.e. bridge club cruise, craft tour, golf tour, football/netball trip/music cruise.

let us know if you have a destination

you would like us to consider...

Shop 2/70 Nicholson Street, Bairnsdale, Victoria 3875

Phone: (03) 5152 6533 www.cooperstravel.com

Queen Elizabeth7 Night Cruise

Melbourne Adelaide Kangaroo IslandHobartMelbourne

5th - 12th January 2020

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COOPERS TRAVELFULLY ESCORTEDGHAN RAIL JOURNEY

Includes:• Domestic Air Fare MEL-ADL / DRW-MEL• One night’s accommodationin Adelaide

All inclusive Gold Service onboard The Ghan from Adelaide to Darwin

Darwin Highlights Tour, Litchfield & Kakadu National Parks,Corroboree Creek Cruise & Mary River Wilderness Park & more

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Venture into the heart ofthe Kalahari and some ofthe largest game reserves

in Southern Africa. Khutse and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve are typical Kalahari

– rolling grasslands, dry river beds and of

course plentiful wildlife.

We explore the more aridareas of the Trans frontierKgalagadi NP, before

moving into the CentralKalahari Game Reserve – home of famous blackmaned Kalahari lions.

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South Africa, Kalahari

& Botswana

Experience one of Australia's Iconic rail journeys on this fully escorted trip from Gippsland. Our experienced tour leader takes care of your travel arrangements to ensure a hassle free and enjoyable holiday.

The Northern bound journey will highlight Alice Springs, Katherine andDarwin. Spend time in Darwin including visiting the breathtaking Litchfield& Kakadu National Parks, Mary River Wilderness Park and Darwin City

Sights tour and a Sunset Dinner Cruise on Darwin Harbour.

Please note: If you require a Platinum Cabin onboard the Ghan, it isessential that you get in quick to book this as availability is very limited.

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28 day Small group Fully escorted Tourwith lyndee Walden from Coopers Travel

departing Bairnsdale May, 2020

This small group tour withmultiple night stays alongthe way offers you the

perfect balance betweenspending time on your ownwith a mix of group activities.

Tour highlights include:• Sightseeing tours in Whistler, Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise.

• Admission to Banff Gondola, Ice Explorer and Skywalk on theColumbia Icefield

• Ride the White Pass Railway• Alaska Marine Highway Ferry,Skagway to Haines

• Explore the mighty Yukon River,Dawson City

• Sternwheeler Cruise in Fairbanks• Luxury Dome Train - Fairbanks to Anchorage

• Full day Prince William Sound Cruise• Butchart Gardens

Norwegian Treasures

& Icelandic Cruising

12 Night Land & Flam Rail TourBergen to Copenhagen

Fully Escorted from Bairnsdale by Bill & Lynne Cooper June 2020

Discover Bryggen, the old Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, and take the funicular to the top of Mt Fløien. Catch a ferry and a ride on the steep Flåm Railway full of hairpin turns.Our minibus will take you along the stretch of breathtaking mountain roads to theAurlandsord, one of the most picturesque ords in the world. Visit the stunningGeiranger ord and enjoy the mountain landscape of Sogneellet. Wander through theVigeland Sculpture Park and explore the hidden gems of Norway’s capital, Oslo. Catch aferry to Denmark’s capital and explore the historic city centre of Copenhagen.

13 Night Azamara CruiseCopenhagen to DublinCruising on Azamara Purusit will take your adventure to the next level. Iceland resemblesa fantasy novel come to life. Volcanoes and waterfalls dot the landscape, giant creaturesswim the seas, and hot springs sit in the shadows of ice-capped mountains. Your voyagebegins in Copenhagen, cruising off arriving in Heimaey. Here, walk the lava fields andvisit the famous puffin-nesting areas. Then overnight in Reykjavik, Earth’s northernmostcapital. Continuing cruising, the cultural hotbed of Ísaörður, followed by an overnight inAkureyri and the perfect opportunity to explore the Eyjaörður ord. Husavik, Iceland’swhale-watching capital, the picturesque Seydisordur before concluding the journey inDublin, Ireland. These above options can be done separately.Speak to Coopers Travel if you would like to extend your holiday in Ireland or Scotland.

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INDIAN PACIFIC RAIL JOURNEY& CORAL COAST CRUISE

Indian Pacific Sydney to Perth, combined with 7 Night Sea Princess CruiseDeparting Bairnsdale 08 September, 2020

There's no better way to appreciate the sheer breadth ofAustralia than by crossing every inch of it.

By embarking on the Indian Pacific, you'll be following in thefootsteps of legendary adventurers, goldrush prospectors and

bush pioneers who forged their lives in Australia's spectacular yetunforgiving interior. Then discover red sandstone gorges, dramaticsea cliffs and vast, rolling sand plains onboard the Sea Princess.

INDIAN PACIFIC RAIL JOURNEY& WILDFLOWERS LAND TOUR

Indian Pacific Sydney to Perth, combined with 8 Day Monkey Miaand West Coast highlighting wildflowers land tour

Departing Bairnsdale 08 September, 2020

Discover the Batavia Coast and thewildflowers in Kalbarri National Park(seasonal). Be charmed by theMonkey Mia dolphins and thestromatolites at Hamelin Pool willarouse your sense of wonder.Discover Aboriginal culture andtraditions at Yanchep National Park,and the cosmopolitan cities of Perth and Fremantle.

Tour Highlights Include:• Delve into Indigenous culture atYanchep National Park• Explore the mysterious Pinnacles• Visit the HMAS Sydney Memorial• Shell Beach• Get up close to the dolphins at Monkey Mia• Kalbarri National Park• WA’s wildflowers

10 Days | Enchanted Princess | Departs London 1 July, 2020

European Explorer MAIDEN VOYAGE

Enjoy this maiden voyage onboard the new Enchanted Princess. Discover sandybeaches, ancient cities and modern splendour to make an unforgettable experience.

Combinable with Backroads Enchanting Southern Italy or there are manydifferent touring options you can extend onto this cruise from Rome.

Southern Italy beguiles every sense. Step back in time to the Roman Empire in the beautiful Bay of Naples, then tour ancient cities and

explore pastel-hued villages on the Amalfi Coast – all while savouring exquisite regional delicacies.

Paris/Normandy(Le Havre)

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New Zealand���� ������������11 night Cruise Auckland to Melbourne���������������Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, Picton,Christchurch, Dunedin, Dusky Sound, DoubtfulSound, Milford Sound, Melbourne.

������������������• International Airfare, Melbourne to Auckland• 3 Nights AccommodationAuckland including breakfastdaily.• 11 Night Cruise onboard‘Celebrity Eclipse’.• All Transfers

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Registration of interest for proposed 2021 gippsland departuresWe put much thought and time into selecting these Gippsland Departures and attempt to ensure that we cover all interests anddemographics. However, we often need your help to advise on trips that may interest you as a Gippsland Departure. Once we

believe there is enough enquiry we start to draw on our knowledge and resources to put together a group. Below we have thoughtsof the following tours for 2021, so please touch base with the office and advise us if these are an option for you to explore.

iCOniC pUBS OF The CORneR COUnTRYThis 13 day fully escorted small group tour visits some of Australia’s most iconic Outback Pubs.Stops include: Bourke, Hungerford, Thargomindah, Noccundra, Toompine, Innamincka,Cameron’s Corner, Tibooburra, the Palace hotel at Broken Hill and of course the most famousOutback Pub of them all the legendary Birdsville Hotel. Although we visit lots of iconic pubsit’s not just about the pubs... it’s the outback with amazing sunsets and wonderful scenery.

naTiOnal paRKS OF USa & MiSSiSSippi CRUiSeThe American dream comes alive in this southwest corner of the USA. From staring downinto the depths of the Grand Canyon to being on top of the world looking over YosemiteNational Park, each day on this trip brings mindblowing scenery. If two-weeks aren'tenough, longer itineraries are available that include the ancient cliff dwellings at MesaVerde, and watching the sun set over Arches National Park.

SOUTh KORea CheRRY BlOSSOMSmall Group Tour. Experience the magic of South Korea's Cherry Blossom (Mar/Apr departures).The ‘Land of the Morning Calm’, South Korea has become a melting pot of modernity and tradition.From the elegant skyscrapers and ancient palaces of bustling Seoul, to tea ceremonies and martialarts, experience the beautiful contrasts between old and new on this in-depth journey.

KiMBeRleY COMpleTe15 Day Remote Journey. Visit 19 places – Go for rugged gorges, swimmingholes, waterfalls, unique rock formations and Indigenous rock art.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:• Birdsville Hotel & Big Red sand dune• Cordillo Downs woolshed• Burke & Wills Dig Tree & Cameron’s Corner• Menindee Lakes & Maidens Hotel• Back O Bourke Exhibition Centre• Royal Mail Hotel, Hungerford • Eulo Queen Hotel

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:• Travel with no more than 19 other guests in

a custom-designed 4WD vehicle.• Stay at APT’s exclusive wilderness lodges.• Enjoy sunset drinks and canapés

overlooking the Bungle Bungle Range.• Soak in the thermal hot pools at El Questro.• Enjoy a breathtaking helicopter flight over

Mitchell Falls.• Locally inspired dining – all meals included.

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2020 & 20212020 & 2021DeparturesDepartures

New Zealand13 Night

Golden Princess Cruise Departing 12th Feb 2020

Ex Melbourne.

QueenslandCoastal

Shanghai to Melbourne4 Nights Shanghai stopover

& 20 Night Sapphire Princess CruiseDeparting 03rd October, 2020

New Caledonia & Vanuatu

12 Night Sapphire Princess CruiseDeparts 28th Feb, 2021. Ex Melb.

Australia & Asia16 Night Majestic Princess CruiseDeparts 9th March 2021. Ex Melb

Northern Explorer

– 2020 DEPARTURES –

– 2021 DEPARTURES –

Melbourne Eden

19 Nights Sapphire Princess CruiseDeparting 25th March 2021,

Ex Melbourne

New Zealand13 Night

Sapphire Princess Cruise Departing 16th Nov 2020

Ex Melbourne.

Port substitution,port order may vary

Picton

14 Night Golden Princess Cruise

Departing 23rd March 2020Ex Melbourne

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and make new friends along the way.

Not a Member? Call our office and register today.

NEXT MEETING: SATURDAY 27TH JULY 2019

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