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Cross Country Tours ®

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THE GREG DOOLAN STORY THE FINAL CHAPTER FRI 23 JUN Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups For almost 40 years Greg Doolan called Twin Towns his second home with sell out shows including Wickety Wak, The Story Series and Greg Doolan’s Variety Nights. He was a gifted vocalist and musician and, being a consummate showman, was renowned for his comic timing and hilarious impersonations. In Greg’s honour we join Laura, family and friends for a wonderful tribute to one of Queensland’s most loved entertainers. Purchase your own lunch at one of the many restaurants at Twin Towns with morning tea and show included in your fare. PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: $70 each

CARNIVAL OF FLOWERS IN TOOWOOMBA FRI 15 SEP | SUN 17 SEP | MON 18 SEP | THU 21 SEP Route B SAT 16 SEP | WED 20 SEP Route A SUN 17 SEP | THU 21 SEP Route C Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups As the well known Carnival of Flowers springs into life, Toowoomba is keen to show off its spectacular gardens once again. See some of the top displays and competition gardens and stop to smell the roses and other highly perfumed plants that are growing in the surrounding parks. Morning tea and lunch are included. PREPAYMENT ONE MONTH PRIOR Fare incl GST: $74 each

CHRISTMAS PARTIES 2017

Bookings open

FRI 1 DEC AND SAT 2 DEC Route A pickups Route B pickups Route C pickups It wouldn’t be Christmas without a Cross Country Tours Christmas party, so join with us as we celebrate the festive season this year. We’ve chosen the ideal venue and, as always, we like to keep it a surprise. The decorations will be up, the tables set, there’ll be good friends and new friends along with our friendly staff for you to mix and mingle with, a delicious yuletide lunch and great entertainment. Once again we’ve kept the cost as low as possible to make sure everyone has the chance to join us for this great celebration. PREPAYMENT BY NOVEMBER 1, 2017 Fare incl GST: $73 each

DAY TOURS JUNE - DECEMBER 2017

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‘THE SHAMBLES’ AT MONTVILLE

IPSWICH HERITAGE CHROME AND CLUTTER RETRO FESTIVAL

THU 22 JUN

SAT 24 JUN

MON 26 JUN

All Route B pickups ‘The Shambles’ is a delightful private country garden with large trees, 100 year old cottage, meandering pathways and many interesting garden spaces. After a delicious morning tea and talk, enjoy free time to explore and perhaps purchase a plant. Lunch in Montville is followed with free time to wander through the gift stores that line the streets. Fare includes Devonshire tea, talk and lunch.

Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups The Chrome and Clutter Retro Festival transforms Laidley’s main street into a car lover’s paradise with classic cars, retro markets, town wide garage sales, farmers and craft markets, swap meet, car boot sales and more. Get all revved up with extraordinary classic cars and motorbikes on display. Purchase your own lunch as you meander through the streets. Please note that this is a longer day than usual. Morning tea included.

All Route B pickups Ipswich boasts many examples of early architecture dotted throughout the city that combine to create a beautiful heritage trail. Our local guide provides commentary and shares stories of this historic city. Enjoy lunch at the Walter Burley Griffin Incinerator Theatre along with a one act play, presented by the Ipswich Little Theatre Society. Morning tea, tours and lunch included.

PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $73 each Adult $75 each Group of 5 @ $71 each

Fare incl GST: $40 each

PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $60 each Adult $62 each Group of 5 @ $58 each

Image courtesy: Tourism and Events Queensland

POHLMAN’S NURSERY

LONE PINE SANCTUARY

BERGHOFER MEDICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE

WED 28 JUNE

THU 29 JUN

FRI 30 JUN

All Route B pickups Pohlman’s Nursery is the largest independently owned plant producer and nursery in Queensland. Ride the Gum Tree Valley Express train to explore this wholesale nursery and find out how they use cutting edge technology or simply browse and purchase from the retail section. Enjoy lunch at the Lockyer Valley Cultural Centre before returning home. Fare includes morning tea, train and lunch.

All Route B pickups Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is an 18 hectare sanctuary housing koalas, kangaroos, wombats, birds, echidnas and various species of reptiles. Founded in 1927, it is the world’s oldest and largest koala sanctuary with over 130 koalas residing there. With time to purchase your own lunch, this tour is ideal for nature lovers. Fare includes morning tea and entry.

All Route A pickups The Queensland Institute of Medical Research is one of the largest medical research institutes in the southern hemisphere, and is recognised for the quality of its research worldwide. Join us today for an informative guided tour around the facility and hear of the ground breaking research currently being performed in Queensland. Please note: closed in footwear is required on this tour. Morning tea, tour and lunch are included.

PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $70 each Adult $72 each Group of 5 @ $68 each

PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $55 each Adult $68 each

PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $55 each Adult $60 each

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WINTER HARVEST FESTIVAL

OPEN COCKPIT DAY

COOCHIE ISLAND

SAT 1 JUL

SUN 2 JUL

Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups Travel via Beaudesert to Kalbar, home to the Wiss Emporium. This quintessential country store enables you to experience a piece of Queensland’s colourful history. We then head to the Winter Harvest Festival in Aratula, a Scenic Rim Eat Local Week event that celebrates locally produced food, wine and beverages. Purchase your own lunch while enjoying the festival atmosphere. Fare includes morning tea and entry.

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups Travel to the Caloundra Aerodrome for the Queensland Air Museum’s Open Cockpit Day. See the myriad of historic aircraft, including agricultural, military, passenger and training aircraft, helicopters and gliders. View the cockpits of aircrafts such as the 1937 vintage Douglas DC-3 and an F111 and delve into the rich history of aviation as you wander amongst the exhibits. Purchase your own morning tea and lunch at the museum. Fare includes entry only.

THU 6 JUL Route A THU 14 SEP Route B WED 18 OCT Route B

Fare incl GST: $50 each

Fare incl GST: $50 each

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups Take a short ferry trip from Victoria Point to Coochiemudlo Island, nestled between the mainland and Stradbroke Island. Enjoy a guided tour of the island before stopping for lunch. With Coochie being such a unique island, our tour today is conducted on board a mini bus. Morning tea, tour and lunch included. PREPAYMENT ONE MONTH PRIOR Fare incl GST: $75 each

QUEENSLAND GARDEN EXPO AT NAMBOUR

PIONEER STEAM RAILWAY ST HELENA BY DAY

SAT 8 JUL

SUN 9 JUL

TUE 11 JUL

Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups The Queensland Garden Expo at Nambour is a ‘must see’ for green thumbs and novice gardeners alike. From flowers to fences, mowers to mulchers, there is so much to see and do. Take time to purchase your own lunch as you wander around the displays and see the many workshops and demonstrations. There will also be the usual notorieties in the gardening field there. Fare includes morning tea and entry. Fare incl GST: $56 each

Limited Route B pickups Join us on the Queensland Pioneer Steam Railway, Brisbane’s closest preserved railway experience. Your journey starts at the heritage station of Swanbank and concludes at Bundamba Racecourse. Later board a heritage bus for a short guided tour around the Blackstone and Swanbank areas before lunch. Morning tea, train ride and lunch are included.

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups Originally used as a prison, St Helena Island is a heritage listed island in Moreton Bay. Be entertained by the St Helena Theatre Troupe’s multi-skilled performers and qualified tour guide as they regale you with stories about the lives of the poor inmates in times gone by. Flat walking shoes are essential as the full tour involves considerable walking (nearly all on level ground) with plenty of stops. Morning tea, cruise and picnic lunch included.

Please Note: QPSR endeavour to use a steam locomotive on all trips, occasionally circumstances will necessitate the use of a heritage diesel locomotive.

PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: $67 each

PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: $91 each

DAY TOURS JUNE - DECEMBER 2017

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Image courtesy: Tourism and Events Queensland

SCENIC RIM BREWERY

HISTORICAL HOUSES OF BRISBANE

TOOWOOMBA CAMELIA AND GARDEN EXPO

WED 12 JUL

THU 13 JUL

SAT 15 JUL

All Route B pickups Nestled in Queensland’s Scenic Rim region we find the quaint family owned Scenic Rim Brewery and Café. While we indulge our senses with a taste of their delicious craft beers and ciders brewed on site, our friendly hosts will relate the history surrounding the brewery and the restored building it is housed in. Morning tea and lunch is included in the fare. Please note: this tour is not suitable for Gluten Free persons.

All Route B pickups Step back in time to a bygone era at two of Brisbane’s historic homes. Visit one of Brisbane’s oldest existing private residences, Newstead House, for a Devonshire morning tea and guided tour. Following lunch we head to Ormiston House where we will take a guided tour of this beautifully restored heritage listed building and enjoy the magnificent views of Moreton Bay, Cleveland Point and as far as Stradbroke Island. Fare includes morning tea, guided tours and lunch.

All Route B pickups Camellias and winter flowers will take pride of place at this year’s expo. The show features inspirational speakers, entertainment, competitions, plant sale, floral art, jewellery, millinery demonstrations, craft and baked goods stall, Toowoomba Choral Society, speciality coffee outlet and much more. Take time to purchase your lunch from the available stalls on site. Fare includes morning tea and entry.

PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: $59 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUN 13, 2017 Fare incl GST: $79 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUN 5, 2017 Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $54 each

GARDEN CENTRE GALLIVANTING

WONDERFUL BARGAINS AND SECRET GARDENS

ROSEWOOD’S RED FRED

MON 17 JUL Route A THU 27 JUL Route B THU 3 AUG Route C

TUE 18 JUL

WED 19 JUL

All Route B pickups Our local guide, James Herbst, provides full commentary on a rich mix of history, industry, and farming in the northern Gold Coast area today. Visit the Australian Farmer of the Year winner and hear about the million dollar windrow turners, learn of the local prawn farms and stop at a private bromeliad garden for a tour and demonstration. There is opportunity to purchase locally grown fruit, veggies and prawns direct from the farmers – so bring a small esky with you. Morning tea, tours and lunch included.

All Route B pickups Calling all rail enthusiasts and those searching for a fun day out! All aboard Rosewood’s “Red Fred” for a heritage railway experience. A journey aboard this lovingly restored 1930’s railmotor RMD 55 will see you arriving at the highest point on the line, Kunkala Station. After your round trip journey travelling down rail’s memory lane, enjoy lunch and soak up the historic feel of Rosewood. Morning tea, train journey and lunch included.

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups All Route C pickups Join us as we go gallivanting through some of South East Queensland’s leading garden centres. Visit The Ross Evans Garden Centre, Garden Way Home and Garden Centre and Oxley Nursery. You will be sure to see a large variety of quality plants. Morning tea, lunch and touring are included. PREPAYMENT ONE MONTH PRIOR Fare incl GST: $62 each

Fare incl GST: $66 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUN 19, 2017 Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $71 each Adult $73 each

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CHRISTMAS IN JULY AT GATTON SHOW RIVER DECK RESTAURANT

FLINDERS DAY ON COOCHIEMUDLO ISLAND

FRI 21 JUL Route C TUE 25 JUL Route B WED 26 JUL Route A

SAT 22 JUL

SUN 23 JUL

All Route A pickups The fertile Lockyer Valley in the Gatton Shire is a fast growing region. Join us at the annual Gatton Show for all things great and small including livestock, sheep, dogs, farm produce, fruit, vegetables, cookery, handicraft, spinning, weaving, horticulture, photography, woodwork and much more. There is something for everyone. With ample food stalls available, there is plenty of time to purchase your lunch before heading for home. Morning tea and entry are included today.

Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups On July 19, 1799, Lt Matthew Flinders was the first European to set foot on Coochiemudlo Island. Travel by passenger ferry to the island to join in the Flinders Day festivities. See the locals get into the spirit of the day by dressing in period costumes for the street parade. Purchase your own morning tea and lunch at the well known Coochie Markets. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat today.

Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups An easy morning drive will bring us to The River Deck Restaurant at Tewantin for all the festivities of a traditional Christmas in July. This outstanding venue, located beside the Noosa River, offers a panoramic backdrop of glistening waters and sweeping views down the river. Today’s fare includes morning tea and lunch. PREPAYMENT ONE MONTH PRIOR Fare incl GST: $81 each

Fare incl GST: $50 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUN 23, 2017 Fare incl GST: $40 each

MONTVILLE

WARWICK’S JUMPERS AND JAZZ FESTIVAL

ROBOTIC DAIRIES A WAY OF THE FUTURE

TUE 25 JUL

SAT 29 JUL

MON 31 JUL

All Route C pickups Join us today as we visit the creative heart of the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland. The cooler climate offers a great opportunity to wander through the charming and historic village of Montville located on the Blackall Range. With its small village charm the town does what Montville does best shopping. There’s sure to be something there to entice everyone. Take time to purchase your own lunch, sit and have a coffee or treat yourself to something special. Fare includes morning tea and touring.

Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups Queensland’s quirky winter festival happens in Warwick each July. A highlight of the festival is the Tree Jumper Exhibition where the CBD is transformed into an outdoor art gallery with trees being ‘dressed’ in textile artwork. With entries from all over the world, the results are flamboyant, colourful, heart warming and often comical. Purchase your own morning tea and lunch today.

All Route A pickups The Scenic Rim Robotic Dairy is a fourth generation dairy farm established in 1936. 2010 saw the state’s very first LELY Robotic Dairy System installed. Now, the cows are milked by robots! Today offers a unique insight into how technology is changing the face of dairy farming. You also have an opportunity to purchase farm fresh milk as the dairy began processing its own brand – Scenic Rim 4 Real Milk in 2013. Morning tea, entry and lunch are included.

Fare incl GST: $40 each

Fare incl GST: $50 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUN 30, 2017 Fare incl GST: $78 each

DAY TOURS JUNE - DECEMBER 2017

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BUSH TUCKER SECRETS UNCOVERED

FOUR WINDS REVOLVING RESTAURANT

BELLADIVAS AT BEAUDESERT

TUE 1 AUG

THU 3 AUG

FRI 4 AUG

Limited Route B pickups Travel today to Eumundi to discover the intriguing world of Bush Tucker with our local bush food expert. Taste, touch and smell the seasonal bush tucker, found in some of the lesser known rural areas of the Sunshine Coast hinterland and learn of their healing properties and their importance in Australian indigenous culture. Be surprised by their distinctive flavours - the sweet is sweeter, the sour is sourer and some flavours even delightfully shock the taste buds. Morning tea, talk, tasting and lunch included in the fare.

All Route B pickups This unique multisensory dining experience, in the heart of Surfers Paradise, has a combination of breathtaking 360˚ views, an eclectic driven menu and warm service. Choose from a sumptuous buffet of fresh seafood, hot dishes derived from flavours from around the world and decadent desserts. As Queensland’s only revolving restaurant, you will enjoy unsurpassed views across the Pacific Ocean, Gold Coast city and hinterland landscape. Today’s fare includes morning tea, touring and lunch.

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups Join us at The Centre in Beaudesert for an outstanding performance by The Belladivas. In their signature crossover style, these four stunning individual voices come together to perform intricate arrangements of classics from opera to pop. This quartet delivers with a delightful ease and sincerity, creating a truly enthralling and heart warming experience. Fare includes morning tea, lunch and show.

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 1, 2017 Fare incl GST: $87 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 3, 2017 Fare incl GST: $97 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 4, 2017 Fare incl GST: $68 each

BURLEIGH HEADS MARKETS

SUNDAY DRIVE

MONDAY MELODIES AT SANDGATE UNITING

SAT 5 AUG

SUN 6 AUG

MON 7 AUG

Limited Route B pickups The Burleigh Heads Markets boast a fabulous atmosphere and a wonderful selection of stallholders selling a wide variety of local products from farm fresh fruit and vegetables, beverages and honey, gourmet foods, chutneys and sauces, fresh flowers, plants, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles and more. Today’s fare includes morning tea and lunch.

All Route B pickups This tour returns due to popular demand. Join us as we take you on a Sunday drive reminiscent of days gone by. This popular tour takes you through the rolling hills of the hinterland behind the Sunshine Coast, stopping for morning tea along the way. Continue on to the picturesque town of Imbil, the jewel of the Mary Valley, located on the banks of Yabba Creek. Here the local CWA ladies serve lunch with true country hospitality. Fare includes morning tea, lunch and touring.

All Route B pickups Join us for Monday Morning Melodies with The Baby Boomers Party Band at the Sandgate Uniting Church. Showcasing the best music of the 60s, 70s and 80s this highly entertaining morning will be followed by a tour with a local guide from the Sandgate Historical Society. To complete our day, enjoy a catered lunch at Nudgee Beach. Morning tea, show, guided tour and lunch included.

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 5, 2017 Fare incl GST: $68 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 6, 2017 Fare incl GST: $71 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 7, 2017 Fare incl GST: $66 each

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BRISBANE TRAMWAY MUSEUM

JAPANESE GARDENS AT TOOWOOMBA

CRUISE OF PURE GOLD

TUE 8 AUG

WED 9 AUG

All Route B pickups The Brisbane Tramway Museum has preserved a collection of trams and trolleybuses most of which operated in Brisbane from 1897 until 1969. Come along for a guided tour of the museum and view the myriad of trams and trolleybuses on display. See the ‘Matchbox’ tram built in 1901, the ‘Four Motor’ and the ‘Dropcentre’ trams and marvel at the extensive photographic collection of Brisbane’s street transport heritage. After lunch, enjoy a trackless train ride through the Roma Street Parklands. Morning tea, entry, ride and lunch are included.

Limited Route B pickups One of Toowoomba’s most peaceful and beautiful parks is the three hectare Japanese Garden - Ju Raku En at the University of Southern Queensland. It is Australia’s largest and most traditionally designed Japanese stroll garden. After lunch visit the magnificent Boyce Gardens, established as a private garden over sixty years ago by Leslie and Margaret Boyce. Morning tea, gardens and lunch are included in your fare today.

THU 10 AUG Route A MON 21 AUG Route C TUE 29 AUG Route B

Fare incl GST: $58 each

Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $64 each Adult $66 each Group of 5 @ $62 each

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups All Route C pickups Enjoy a guided commentary as we cruise the Coomera River past Hope Island, the Sovereign Islands, Ephraim Island to the Broadwater. Continue along the calm waters of the south arm of the river and back to Hope Harbour via Sanctuary Cove. Cruise, morning tea and buffet lunch included. PREPAYMENT ONE MONTH PRIOR Fare incl GST: $77 each

RECYCLERAMA ANTIQUE AND COLLECTABLE FAIR

HELIDON HERITAGE FAIR

ECO EXPLORER LUNCH CRUISE

SAT 12 AUG

SUN 13 AUG

MON 14 AUG

Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups Are you into recycling, car boot sales or antiques and collectables? Then this tour is for you. Visit Maleny for its premier bi-annual recycling event. Take time to purchase your own lunch as you wander through the many stalls. Search for hidden treasures in the pavilions and outside sites of the car boot traders offering everything from top end antiques, paintings and collectible items to ‘Kitchenalia’ and ‘Garagenalia’. Morning tea and entry included.

All Route B pickups Take a trip back in time and enjoy the entertainment and fun activities on offer at the Helidon Heritage Fair in the Lockyer Valley. There will be tug-ofwar, billy cart derby, 100 yard dash for cash, pie eating competition and potato peeling competition along with a great variety of food stalls you can choose from to purchase lunch. Come along and cheer as the young, and not so young, join in the egg and spoon races, sack races and the three legged races. Morning tea included in fare.

All Route B pickups Spend a magical four hours cruising through the Pumicestone Passage following the channel around the islands that Matthew Flinders charted in 1799. Home to dugongs, dolphins, turtles and up to 360 species of birds, the waterway is truly a wonderful area of the marine park. Don’t forget to bring your camera, hat and binoculars. A buffet lunch will top off a spectacular day on the water. Morning tea, cruise, guided tour and lunch are included in your fare.

Fare incl GST: $40 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 14, 2017 Fare incl GST: $81 each

Fare incl GST: $45 each

DAY TOURS JUNE - DECEMBER 2017

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RAAF AMBERLEY HERITAGE CENTRE

BRINDABELLA MAGNOLIA MAGIC

THE HANDMADE EXPO MARKET AT IPSWICH

THU 17 AUG

FRI 18 AUG

SAT 19 AUG

Limited Route C pickups The RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre was officially opened on 5 June 2011 and currently houses up to eight aircraft across three display hangars. Run by a team of Reservists and local volunteer enthusiasts, the collection includes a WWII Boston bomber, Vietnam-era Canberra bomber, Caribou airlifter, Sabre and Mirage fighter jets, F-111, Sioux and Iroquois helicopters and an immaculate WWII jeep. Join us for a guided tour of the heritage centre before free time to browse at your leisure. Morning tea and lunch at a local club are included.

Limited Route B pickups Brindabella Gardens is an English style garden in Highfields, with over four acres boasting a selection of divine flowers. Take pleasure in the new giant Magnolias with their intoxicating perfume and huge flowers on the bare branches. It would be hard to find a more spectacular flowering shrub or tree than the Magnolia with the older varieties heralding the end of winter with their stunning mass display of purple and white flowers. Entry, morning tea and lunch at Highfields Tavern are included today.

All Route A pickups The Handmade Expo is a market where the organisers want to share their passion for all things handmade. It’s a great outlet for local arts and crafts people where a huge range of products will surely cater for all tastes, young and old, trendy and traditional, male and female. Showcasing excellence in making, baking and growing, from food to clothing, accessories to timber wares, jewellery to toys…. You name it, you’re sure to find it. Today’s fare includes morning tea and lunch.

Fare incl GST: $51 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 18, 2017 Fare incl GST: $70 each

Fare incl GST: $57 each

THE STAR BUFFET AT SEAGULLS

AUSTRALIAN OUTBACK SPECTACULAR

YESTERDAY’S TREASURES

SAT 26 AUG

SUN 27 AUG Route B

All Route A pickups Come along and join us for a delectable dining experience. Travel via the Gold Coast this morning before arriving at the Seagulls Club in Tweed Heads for lunch. Your taste buds are sure to be spoilt at the Star Buffet which offers a range of Australian, Asian and European cuisine plus all your favourite roasts. Not to mention the many tempting desserts. After lunch sit back and relax on our journey home. Today’s fare includes morning tea and lunch.

Limited Route B pickups Introducing ‘Salute to the Light Horse High Country Special’. Saddle up for a remarkable journey as one of Australia’s most stirring true stories is reborn when Australian Outback Spectacular honours the Centenary of the ANZACS and the tale of the boys from the bush who became heroes of the legendary Australian Light Horse. Morning tea, show and lunch included.

MON 28 AUG Route B WED 6 SEP Route C

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 26, 2017 Fare incl GST: $54 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 27, 2017 Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $110 each Adult $121 each Optional Backstage Tour available for additional $10 each. (Conditions apply.)

All Route B pickups All Route C pickups If you love labels, fashion history, collectible antiques and preloved clothing then join us on our Yesterday’s Treasures sojourn visiting several second hand outlets. Half the fun is in the search and with quality used goods on offer you will be sure to find that gem. Our lunch stop is at the Norths Leagues Services Club before continuing on to other outlets in the afternoon. Fare includes morning tea and lunch at a local venue. Fare incl GST: $50 each

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CAMEL CURIOSITY

KOOROOMBA VINEYARD AND LAVENDER FARM

ALL THINGS TARTAN

WED 30 AUG

THU 31 AUG

THU 31 AUG

All Route A pickups Come along as we travel to the Sunshine Coast and discover QCamel’s intriguing journey in setting up the dairy, how it functions and the positive benefits of camel milk. Owned and run by a Brisbane family, be treated to a taste of their delicious camel milk and get up close to these truly gentle animals. Don’t forget to bring your camera. This once in a lifetime tour is sure to be memorable. Take time today to purchase your own lunch before heading home. Fare includes talk, tasting and entry.

All Route B pickups Kooroomba is a unique tourist destination, nestled in the Fassifern Valley at Mt Alford near Boonah. The property consists of a cellar door, restaurant and lavender shop which overlooks a six hectare vineyard and breathtaking lavender field. Learn about the lavender and enjoy an opportunity for a tasting of the farm’s wines before a delicious roast lunch. Fare includes morning tea, lunch, talk and tasting.

All Route C pickups All Things Tartan is a small shop owned by Karen Manger who was born in Scotland where she learnt the art of kilt making from her mother. After a talk and tour of the shop, browse the extensive range of jackets, kilts, hosiery and clan crest products. Lunch is at a local hotel before continuing the Scottish theme with a visit to Syd’s Pie Factory and Highland Fling Products, offering a diverse range of tasty Scottish and English goods, such as haggis, irn bru, and quavers. Fare includes morning tea and lunch.

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 31, 2017 Fare incl GST: $70 each

PREPAYMENT BY JUL 30, 2017 Fare incl GST: $87 each

Fare incl GST: $52 each

BOTANICAL BAZAAR

PROGRESSIVE SURF AND TURF DINNER WITH CITY LIGHTS ON THE TWEED

SUN 3 SEP

MON 4 SEP

TUE 5 SEP

All Route B pickups All Route C pickups The Botanical Bazaar is a fully interactive gardening event. This Gold Coast Gardening Expo brings urban gardening, creative ideas and sustainable living to garden enthusiasts of all levels. Come and learn about composting, growing your own food, which plants attract butterflies and birds, and view the vertical gardens, aquaponics and eco items. Purchase your lunch from the available stalls on site. Morning tea and entry included.

All Route A pickups Why not join us for a progressive dining experience – Cross Country Tours style. Our evening begins with nibblies in one of Brisbane’s picturesque parks followed by main course at the Greek Club, an outstanding restaurant in South Brisbane. Dessert is at Kuta Café on beautiful Mount Coot-tha where you can step onto the observation deck to enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Brisbane City and its lights. Nibblies, dinner, dessert and taxi home (limited area) are included in your fare.

Limited Route B pickups Travel the unspoilt and largely undiscovered Tweed Region on board the 4½ hour Surf and Turf cruise to Tumbulgum. Relax on board, enjoy a catered morning tea, and listen to commentary on the area, as the vessel meanders alongside wild rainforests abundant in birdlife. Explore the township of Tumbulgum and relish a delicious BBQ lunch topped with fresh seafood. Morning tea, cruise, lunch and bird feeding included.

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 3, 2017 Fare incl GST: $52 each

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 4, 2017 Fare incl GST: $86 each

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 5, 2017 Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $92 each Adult $94 each

DAY TOURS JUNE - DECEMBER 2017

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SWELL SCULPTURE FESTIVAL

LAIDLEY SPRING FESTIVAL DARLING DOWNS ZOO AND CRAFT & QUILT EXPO

FRI 8 SEP

SAT 9 SEP

MON 11 SEP

All Route B pickups Experience a wondrous display of over 50 sculptures built by local, national and international artists at the annual Swell Sculpture Festival along Currumbin Beach. Be inspired and amused as you wander amongst the distinctive, intriguing and whimsical sculpted works in this magnificent outdoor gallery and view the small sculptures in the Swell Smalls Gallery. Afterwards enjoy lunch at the Tugun Surf Life Saving Club completing this day out with a difference. Fare includes morning tea, festival and lunch.

Limited Route B pickups There is something to interest everyone during the Laidley Festivity Week with the Garden Festival and the Quilt and Craft Expo being held together. The Laidley Garden Club presents its annual Garden Festival with hundreds of plants on display and for sale. Proceeds of sales will be shared with the Red Cross. The Quilt and Craft Expo promises to be a wonderful display of crafts, quilts and fine arts. Displays of restored cars, trucks, tractors and engines can also be found within the grounds. Entry, morning tea and lunch are included.

Limited Route B pickups Join us today on this very popular tour as we travel to the Darling Downs Zoo, where you will be amazed at the vast array of fascinating wildlife. During our guided tour of this privately owned zoo, you will see brilliantly coloured macaws, snappy crocodiles, mischievous monkeys, naughty Peruvian llamas, tiny rainforest marmosets, bouncing baboons and much more. Fare includes morning tea, admission, tour and BBQ lunch.

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 8, 2017 Fare incl GST: $65 each

Fare incl GST: $62 each

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 11, 2017 Fare incl GST: $86 each

BRUNSWICK HEADS

COME SEE CANUNGRA

COME VISIT TEAVINE HOUSE

TUE 12 SEP

WED 13 SEP

FRI 22 SEP

Limited Route A pickups Brunswick Heads is a coastal fishing village situated at the mouth of the Brunswick River. Today we travel through the Currumbin Valley and view the Currumbin Rock Pools, Mt Tomewin, Murwillumbah, Mullumbimby, Brunswick Heads and Ocean Shores. Don’t miss out on seeing some of the most scenic areas of southern QLD and northern NSW border districts. Morning tea, lunch and some of the best touring is included today.

All Route B pickups Take in the spectacular views of the Gold Coast, Hinze Dam and Numinbah Valley as you travel through Beechmont to Canungra, nestled in the foothills of the Lamington National Park. Stop and view the historic Laheys Tramway Tunnel built in 1901-1903 to transport timber from the surrounding area. Today we will stop at The Outpost Café in Canungra for one of their famous home made pies for lunch, made on the premises! Morning tea and lunch are included today.

All Route A pickups Tea is always best when it is served in fine china, so join us for a glamorous experience visiting Teavine House. Enjoy a rustic Ploughman’s lunch followed by tea and patisseries served on the extensive range of exclusive fine china collected by the owners whilst travelling the world. Afterwards take time to meander through the courtyard and browse the range of exquisite handmade soaps and candles and their own blends of tea. Fare includes morning tea and lunch.

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 13, 2017 Fare incl GST: $62 each

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 22, 2017 Fare incl GST: $73 each

Fare incl GST: Snr/Pen $64 each Adult $66 each Group of 5 @ $62 each

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SPRINGTIME ON THE MOUNTAIN

REDCLAW POND TO PLATE EXPERIENCE

MOUNT TAMBORINE VINEYARD AND WINERY

SAT 23 SEP

MON 25 SEP

TUE 26 SEP

Limited Route B pickups At springtime on the mountain, the Tamborine Mountain Garden Club Flower Festival is timed perfectly with the colourful spring plants that respond to the warmer weather. Several private gardens will be open for the public to enjoy, from impressive acreage gardens to lovely cottage gardens – there is something to inspire everyone. The showgrounds will be a hub of activity with exciting plants and the mountain’s local produce available at the green shed. Morning tea, picnic lunch and admissions all included in your fare.

Limited Route A pickups Cherax Park Aquaculture is one of the biggest freshwater crayfish farms in South East Queensland. Today’s tour features all aspects of Redclaw Aquaculture and finishes with a delicious two course “Pond to Plate” Redclaw lunch served on the verandah of the family Queenslander. We recommend sensible shoes and hat today. Fare includes morning tea, tour and lunch.

All Route C pickups Situated in the Gold Coast Hinterland, west of the beautiful Gold Coast beaches, sits Mt Tamborine Vineyard and Winery. A wine tasting will have you exploring the well kept secrets of the spectacular vista that is Tamborine Mountain and sampling the very best of Queensland’s award winning wines. After lunch, enjoy time wandering along Gallery Walk which boasts over 60 art, craft, gift and knick-knack shops where you’ll find something to suit all tastes. Morning tea, lunch and wine tasting are included in today’s fare.

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 25, 2017 Fare incl GST: $89 each

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 23, 2017 Fare incl GST: $70 each

PREPAYMENT BY AUG 26, 2017 Fare incl GST: $65 each

RIVERFIRE

O’REILLY’S

MAGUIRES HIPPEASTRUMS

SAT 30 SEP

TUE 3 OCT Route A TUE 31 OCT Route B THU 2 NOV Route C

WED 4 OCT

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups All Route C pickups Join us for an exclusive evening at Rydges Southbank and take in the spectacular pyrotechnic display from the 12th floor roof top function room. Watch the night sky ignite into a kaleidoscope of colours while enjoying a three course dinner, including soft drinks, beer, wine and juice. PREPAYMENT ON BOOKING Fare incl GST: $200 each (make own way to venue) $215 each (includes pickup and return with taxi home - limited area)

Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups Travel through pockets of rainforest interspersed with panoramic views via Canungra Valley to O’Reilly’s on the Lamington Plateau. Enjoy lunch at O’Reilly’s Mountain Café and then walk to the Botanic Gardens or if you prefer, take a tree top walk. Morning tea and lunch included.

Limited Route B pickups Travel to Maguire’s Hippeastrum Farm where they have been growing Hippeastrums for over 25 years. Through careful cultivation Maguire’s have bred bulbs to suit Australian conditions and offer the most extensive range of Hippeastrums in Australia. The flowers are in full bloom throughout spring featuring over 500 different colourings. Enjoy the flowers in bloom and purchase a bulb or two before enjoying lunch at a local hotel. Morning tea and lunch are included today.

PREPAYMENT ONE MONTH PRIOR Fare incl GST: $71 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 4, 2017 Fare incl GST: $62 each

DAY TOURS JUNE - DECEMBER 2017

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PITTSWORTH CRAFT & QUEENSLAND POPS FINE FOOD SPECTACULAR ORCHESTRA

NOELA’S GARDENS A HIDDEN PARADISE

SAT 7 OCT

SUN 8 OCT

MON 9 OCT

Limited Route B pickups Limited Route C pickups Experience the sweetest smells, tastes and craft the Pittsworth area has to offer. Explore the exhibits of art, jewellery, clothing, wood turning, pottery, glass painting and handmade confectionary. Afterwards, admire the splendour of this picturesque town with its beautiful display of Silky Oaks and flowering Jacarandas that line the streets during a brief town tour. Enjoy lunch at a local venue before heading home. Morning tea, lunch and entry are included.

Limited Route B pickups This versatile orchestra has been treading the Broadway stage for over a quarter of a century, bringing to life the cream of Broadway musical theatre in a visual and musical spectacular. The special guest artist - Teddy Tahu Rhodes, enjoys a wide and varied stage repertoire, having won leading roles in recent international productions including A Streetcar Named Desire and Dead Man Walking. Join us at the Empire Theatre for this superb show followed by lunch at a local venue. Morning tea, show and lunch included.

All Route B pickups Come with us today to Noela’s Gardens in Donnybrook for morning tea and a guided tour of this spectacular 10 acre gardener’s delight. With gorgeous surroundings ranging from tropical rainforest to rose gardens, pristine lawns and a variety of lush, colourful backdrops you will be delighted at every turn. To complete the day we continue on to Bribie Island for lunch before returning home. Morning tea, lunch and touring are included in today’s fare.

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 7, 2017 Fare incl GST: $73 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 8, 2017 Fare incl GST: $132 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 9, 2017 Fare incl GST: $74 each

NOOSA EVERGLADES WILDERNESS CRUISE

HUMPBACK WHALES

EXCELLENCE IN TEA MADURA OF AUSTRALIA

TUE 10 OCT

WED 11 OCT

THU 12 OCT

Limited Route B pickups Today we venture into the pristine wilderness of the Noosa Everglades – an ecological treasure trove. This nature-infused excursion features a wildlife river cruise, informative commentary, morning tea at Fig Tree Point, an authentic Aussie lunch at historic Harry’s Hut and an optional paddle upstream in a traditional canoe. Cruise, morning tea and lunch are included in today’s fare.

Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups Every year the Southern Humpback Whales migrate to and from Antarctica. These leviathans of the deep make their way through our warmer waters, the clear blue waters of Moreton Bay. Board the ultra quiet, air-conditioned luxury vessel Spirit of Migloo to view these majestic creatures and enjoy the on board commentary by the skipper. After disembarking we head to our lunch venue. Morning tea, whale watching cruise and lunch included.

Limited Route B pickups Madura is Australia’s only owned and operated tea estate and was established in 1978 by Michael GrantCook and his wife, Norma. Learn about the history of the company and tea growing process from our guide, as we take a walking tour of the estate and factory. You may like to purchase your favourite brand of tea in their shop or try something new to take home. Closed in shoes must be worn today. Morning tea, tour and picnic lunch are included in the fare.

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 11, 2017 Fare incl GST: $156 each

Fare incl GST: $54 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 10, 2017 Fare incl GST: $130 each

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CHRIS COOK BAND AT BOONAH

BUDERIM GARDEN FESTIVAL

DISCOVERING CROW’S NEST

FRI 13 OCT

SAT 14 OCT

MON 16 OCT

All Route B pickups All Route C pickups Singer and multi-instrumentalist, Chris Cook has performed around Australia for over 35 years. Backed by his band he takes to the stage at Boonah Cultural Centre to present a variety of songs such as Duelling Banjos, Dear old Dixie, Lover’s Waltz and more. Chris’ ability to engage and relate to his audience creates an entertaining, high energy show. Afterwards enjoy lunch at the Bowls Club. Fare includes morning tea, lunch and show.

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups Each year the Buderim Garden Festival plays host to The Spring Flower Show and The Quality Flower Market with some Buderim residents opening their gardens to the public. Today’s tour takes you through some of those gardens as well as allowing time to wander through the festival. Please note: a reasonable level of fitness is required for viewing the gardens. Fare includes morning tea, entries and lunch at a local venue.

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 13, 2017 Fare incl GST: $76 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 14, 2017 Fare incl GST: $74 each

Limited Route B pickups The Crows Nest Soft Drinks company was established in 1903 and is one of the oldest surviving “small town” manufacturers of soft drinks and syrup flavourings. Producing premium products while still keeping to the old fashioned flavours, the factory is proudly Australian owned and operated. After an informative talk at the factory (closed in footwear is a requirement) we allow time for you to wander through town to purchase your lunch. Don’t forget to view the Heritage listed Post Office in Curnow Street. Morning tea and talk are included. Fare incl GST: $50 each

STRADDIE

KALBAR COUNTRY DAY

CLEVELAND BAYSIDE MARKETS

THU 19 OCT Route B WED 1 NOV Route A

SAT 21 OCT

SUN 22 OCT

All Route B pickups Only in Kalbar could you find an annual day dedicated solely to carrot tossing, bush poetry and hay sculptures. Enjoy this fun-filled day of country hospitality with many stalls, vintage displays of cars and tractors, fashion parade and historical photography displays. Bales of hay line the main street and amazing hay sculptures created by the locals are located around town. Purchase your own morning tea and lunch from the stalls, bakery, coffee shop or hotel. Fare includes touring only.

All Route B pickups The Cleveland Village Farmers Market brings the town centre alive with stalls offering farm fresh fruit and vegetables, dairy, deli and a selection of arts and crafts. The markets sell just about everything including pottery, contemporary woodwork, garden sculptures, rugs, plants, fresh produce and handcrafted jewellery. Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Redlands RSL before we begin our journey home. Today’s fare includes lunch.

Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups Enjoy this North Stradbroke Island tour, crossing Moreton Bay Marine National Park by car ferry to Dunwich and then touring to Point Lookout and Cylinder Beach. Spend time at Gorges Boardwalk where the clear waters make it easy to spot marine life including turtles, dolphins and manta ray. After lunch visit the Stradbroke Island Historical Museum. Morning tea, ferry, touring and lunch are included today. PREPAYMENT ONE MONTH PRIOR Fare incl GST: $74 each

Fare incl GST: $40 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 22, 2017 Fare incl GST: $52 each

DAY TOURS JUNE - DECEMBER 2017

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THE FARM AT BYRON BAY

COMMONWEALTH GAMES WARWICK ROSE AND FUN AT WOONGOOROO RODEO FESTIVAL

MON 23 OCT

TUE 24 OCT

SAT 28 OCT

Limited Route B pickups We invite you to join us as for a visit to The Farm at Byron Bay, home to a community of growers who share a passion for growing food using traditional methods that are 100% spray and chemical free. Experience a guided walk around the grounds. Meet the animals, talk to the farmers and gain first hand knowledge of their sustainable and ethical farming practises. Don’t forget to wear closed in shoes, sunscreen and a hat for this tour. Morning tea, picnic lunch and tour included.

Limited Route B pickups

Limited Route A pickups Limited Route B pickups More than 100 marketeers will converge on beautiful Leslie Park for the Warwick Rose and Rodeo Festival Markets, offering a range of wares, food and entertainment. The markets are an old favourite with Warwick Rodeo visitors and locals alike. There is always a great collection of fabulous art and craft stalls to browse and great gift ideas as well. Purchase your lunch from the many stalls while enjoying the entertainment and music. Morning tea and touring are included in today’s fare.

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 23, 2017 Fare incl GST: $81 each

Located in Kilcoy, the Woongooroo Estate Winery is proud to announce its inaugural Commonwealth Games Fun Day. Come along and participate in games such as ball pass, ping pong shot put, straw javelin, paper discus throwing, paper plane making and much more. This is sure to be a day full of fun and frivolity with morning tea and lunch included. At the end of the day, to celebrate your wins, you may like to purchase a bottle of wine. Games, morning tea and lunch included.

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 24, 2017 Fare incl GST: $72 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 28, 2017 Fare incl GST: $50 each

SUNDAY AT A COUNTRY PUB

GARNISHA SPICE GARDENS

HIGH TEA AT PARLIAMENT HOUSE

SUN 29 OCT

MON 30 OCT

FRI 10 NOV

Limited Route C pickups Take a leisurely Sunday drive west of Brisbane through Esk and Hampton to Cabarlah. This mountain hamlet just north of Toowoomba affords views to the east of the Lockyer Valley and to the west across the Darling Downs. Stroll through the markets and enjoy lunch in the town’s historic Farmers Arms Tavern which is famed as the longest continually licensed pub in Queensland (since 1863). Following lunch we journey home via Murphy’s Creek. Morning tea and lunch included.

Limited Route B pickups Hidden away in Cootharaba is Garnisha Spice Gardens. The Warren family realised their dream of producing a range of spice blends using freshly grown ingredients from their backyard. A spice lover’s garden is now in place with Tahitian limes, Thai mangoes, galangal, turmeric, cardamom, tamarind and more. Enjoy a guided tour of these amazing gardens before lunch at the Apollonian Hotel. Please ensure that closed in shoes are worn. Morning tea, tour and lunch included.

All Route A pickups All Route B pickups Join us today for a traditional high tea at Parliament House. Here you will be served a selection of delicacies prepared by the Parliament’s resident chefs. After high tea, receive a special guided tour of Parliament House. Please note that photo ID is required for entry into the building. In the afternoon our local guide will board the coach to conduct an historical guided tour throughout the Brisbane CBD. Fare includes high tea and guided tours.

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 29, 2017 Fare incl GST: $66 each

PREPAYMENT BY SEP 30, 2017 Fare incl GST: $81 each

PREPAYMENT BY OCT 10, 2017 Fare incl GST: $79 each

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THINGS ABOUT OUR DAY TOUR PROGRAM BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL and are as simple as telephoning our office on 07 3869 7444 Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm, Saturday 8.00am - 12noon or complete a callback request on crosscountrytours.com.au. Some tours are more popular than others and early bookings are encouraged to avoid disappointment. If you are booking with a group, please advise us so that you can be seated together. PICKUP LOCATIONS/TIMES: Our travel consultants are happy to discuss the closest pickup point for you and departure time will be confirmed at time of booking. Traffic congestion may cause delays but for the convenience of other travellers, please arrive for your tour no later than 10 minutes prior to the given time. RETURN TIMES will be approximately 5.00pm - 5.30pm and every effort and care will be taken to return as close as possible to the scheduled times. CLOCK TIMES: Clock indicates tours where the return time is expected to be later than 5.30pm. FARES can be paid to the hostess on tour by cash or cheque. Exceptions are: a) Tours booked through your local Travel Agent where payment is required in full to the Agent. b) Tours marked “PREPAYMENT” where payment is required by the date indicated. Fares can also be paid by credit card or direct deposit by contacting our office up until two (2) working days before departure. CANCELLATIONS: Should you need to cancel owing to illness or accident, on presentation of a medical certificate you will receive a full refund. For the convenience of wait-listed passengers it is essential to notify us by phone on 07 3869 7444 as soon as a necessity arises to cancel. Our Emergency After Hours Mobile is 0408 158 739 (this number cannot receive text messages). Travellers must notify us before the tour departs if they are unable to travel to be eligible for any refund. Failure to board at the allotted pickup time may render the passenger ineligible for any refund of monies already paid. SEATING: Our luxury custom built coaches offer air suspension providing the most comfortable ride on the road - no matter where you sit! Our booking system will automatically allocate your seat number on a first booked basis. Special seating requirements for medical reasons will still be taken into consideration but cannot be guaranteed. Please mention this at the time of booking.

ALTERATION OF TOUR: We reserve the right to alter the advertised program subject to weather, road conditions or any other reason we perceive to be in the best interests of our guests and/or their safety. PRIVACY POLICY: A copy of our Privacy Policy may be requested by contacting our office or can be found on our website at www.crosscountrytours.com.au.

LOYALTY PROGRAM HOW DO I JOIN? For any existing passengers with Cross Country Tours, the Loyalty Program will be applied automatically. If you are new to Cross Country Tours and choose to have your name added to our computer system, loyalty points will begin to calculate from your first booking. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? There is no cost to join and no ongoing fees. HOW DO I EARN POINTS? All CCT tours from the value of $50 will qualify to earn loyalty points. You will earn 1 loyalty point for every $50 spent per booking (excluding optional extras on day tours). HOW DO I REDEEM POINTS? Points can be redeemed at any time on any booking of a CCT tour that is booked direct with our office. 1 loyalty point is equal to 1 CCT Dollar. DO MY POINTS EXPIRE? Points are issued the day after your travel is complete and are valid for 12 months. CAN I CASH MY POINTS IN? Points are nontransferrable to other passengers or redeemable for cash. CAN I PAY FOR MY DAY TOUR WITH POINTS TO THE HOSTESS? All points must be allocated by our office before your tour departs. DO I GET A MEMBERSHIP CARD? There is no need for a membership card as we keep track of all points earned. HOW DO I GET A POINTS BALANCE? Just contact our office and our staff will be happy to advise your points balance or provide you with a statement.

MEALS AND ADMISSION CHARGES are included as specified in individual tour descriptions. If you have medical dietary needs, please advise us when booking and we will endeavour to have those needs met, however, this cannot be guaranteed. For the comfort and safety of all passengers, smoking, eating or drinking (other than water) is NOT permitted on our coaches. TAXIS are provided on day tours if outlined in the individual tour description. We provide this service to a limited area along our pickup routes. To find out if we cover your address, please phone our office.

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IMPORTANT MESSAGE Day tours are colour coded to make it easier to see which tours are picking up in your area. A detailed list of pickup points for the three different routes is shown below. This will allow you to choose the most convenient pickup point for you. Once you have identified where you would like to board the coach, look for the corresponding coloured stripe highlighted in each tour. Please note that all pickup points may not be available on every tour. Please speak to our staff when booking for exact details of your most convenient boarding point.

ROUTE A (Pink)

ROUTE B (Blue)

Pickups are made throughout the Redcliffe, North Lakes and Pine Rivers areas.

Pickups are made throughout the inner northern suburbs to the Roma Street Transit Centre.

Clontarf

Brighton

- Pelican Park near information centre opposite Thomas St

- On Beaconsfield Tce near Brighton IGA - On Ward St outside Regis Aged Care - On Baskerville St near Wakefield St

Woody Point - On King St near Victoria Ave outside Church

Sandgate

Margate

Deagon

- On Oxley Ave near Boyce St Redcliffe - On Oxley Ave near Redcliffe Library

Scarborough - On Sunnyside Rd near Oyster Point Esp

Kippa-Ring - On Boardman Rd near Kippa-Ring Village

- On Brighton Rd near Town Hall/Woolworths - On Board St near Adams St at racecourse

Fitzgibbon - On Beams Rd near St Flannans School

Carseldine

- On Anzac Ave near Bunnings

Aspley - On Gympie Rd near Westpac bank

Kallangur - On Anzac Ave near Norths Leagues Club

Petrie - Petrie Rail Station bus stop

Chermside - On Gympie Rd near Westfield Chermside - On Gympie Rd near Chermside Place shops - On Gympie Rd corner Rode Rd

Kedron

Strathpine

- On Gympie Rd corner Sport St - On Gympie Rd near Service Station/ Ellaways

- On Dixon St at Strathpine Shopping Centre bus interchange

- On Lutwyche Rd near Lutwyche Shops

Lawnton - On Gympie Rd near Bunnings

- On Andrew St near railway station

Wynnum West - On Wynnum Rd near Wynnum Plaza

Tingalpa - On Wynnum Rd near Kianawah Park

Cannon Hill

- On Wynnum Rd near of Cannon Hill Plaza - On Beams Rd at Taigum Square interchange - Wynnum Rd after Keats St near Nightowl

- On Beams Rd near Golden Downs Village - Carseldine Rail Station bus interchange

- Northlakes bus interchange

Wynnum Central

Taigum

Rothwell North Lakes

ROUTE C (Orange) Pickups are made throughout the south eastern suburbs including Wynnum, Cannon Hill, Morningside, Coorparoo and Mt Gravatt.

Lutwyche

Morningside

- On Wynnum Rd near Downtown Toyota - On Wynnum Rd near railway station

Coorparoo - On Old Cleveland Rd near Coorparoo Square

Greenslopes - On Logan Rd corner of Cornwall St - On Logan Rd near Greenslopes Mall

Holland Park - On Logan Rd near Australia Post

Mt Gravatt - On Logan Rd near the Home Maker Centre - On Logan Rd near Mt Gravatt Mower Centre - On Logan Rd near Wishart Rd - On Logan Rd near Palmdale Shops

Windsor - On Lutwyche Rd near Le Geyt St

Roma St - Roma St Transit Centre Level 3 Coach Deck

INFORMATION AND BOOKINGS: Cross Country Tours Pty Ltd 88 Hoskins St, Sandgate Q 4017 | PO Box 357 Sandgate Q 4017 Ph: (07) 3869 7444 Fax: (07) 3869 7447 email: [email protected] www.crosscountrytours.com.au Monday - Friday: 8.30am - 5.00pm | Saturday: 8.00am - 12.00noon Emergency a/h mobile: 0408 158 739 ABN 82 010 745 561