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FOOD & WINE Trekking cross country doesn’t mean surrendering great food and wine. Each day ends with big flavours and traditional rustic style cooking using fresh regional produce and the best of regional wines. It’s country fare meets Modern Australian. ACCOMMODATION Hidden Peak Trail accommodation is designed to be sensitive to the local environment, while allowing you the space and comfort to unwind after a day’s ride in a combination of cabins and luxury eco-tents. SUSTAINABILITY At Hidden Peaks Trail we feel very fortunate to live in a land that provides us with such abundant natural treasures. The Trail has been created to allow an immersive experience of the Scenic Rim area, its landscapes, and its natural flora and fauna. Our aim is to deliver an experience that exists alongside and in harmony with the natural beauty and diversity of our local surroundings. Our freehold land is managed considerately to create a balance of natural ecotourism experiences, livestock farming and nature conservation. GUIDES James Pearce: James brings a wealth of experience gained from working in some of Australia’s most spectacular regions across Western Australia, the Northern Territory and Far North Queensland. With a deep knowledge of the Scenic Rim his passion is creating memorable experiences for visitors to the Hidden Peaks Trail. Alastair Oakman: with experience in some of Australia’s most remote and dynamic environments, Alastair is a passionate advocate for native flora and fauna, as well as being a qualified and highly experienced guide. FAST FACTS ➻ 80 kilometres over 4 days ➻ Food, beverages and accommodation included ➻ Transfers and portage included ➻ Four days use of a Merida 500 mountain bike Find out more about the cycling adventure of a lifetime: Tel: 1300 101 149 E: [email protected] W: www.hiddenpeakstrail.com 78 Ultimate Adventure Pass Tea Total Tours THE WORLD OF TEA E ven adventure lovers need to take time out and for many years Tea Total Tours have taken small groups on exciting tours to the major tea producing countries of the world. This season Tea Total are offering two amazing tours - “The South Korean Tea Culture Tour” and “The Ultimate Tea Tour of China”. Join Tea Total Tours to go off the beaten track to remote and hidden areas in search of the truest of local culture and the most delicious tea. Tea Tours are an experiential and “up close” education into the lifestyles of locals and with guest numbers kept small, you are guaranteed an immersive and intimate experience. Tea Total Tours will introduce you to the world of tea, and with many years of travel and investigation - you will reach destinations you never imagined existed. Many of the local people are now considered friends of the company: please allow us to introduce you. Once you experience this kind of journey, you will understand why Tea Total Tours are so proud. The level of activity is moderate and all tours are escorted by Stephen Carroll, Tea Master and Director of Tea Total, with English speaking and local guides. SOUTH KOREA http://www.teatotal.net.au/#!southkorean-tea-culture-tour-2016/rfh37 Tea gardens, tea shops, tea ceramics and tea art are produced throughout South Korea. From the old streets of Seoul to the Jiri Mountains and the home of wild tea production, you will see, taste and learn about the world’s most elusive teas. Korean tea is rarely exported as so little is produced and most is consumed within the country, so you’ll be experiencing Continue OUTER EDGE 79