The Grampians National Park, the historic gold-rush town of Ballarat, a renowned gourmet restaurant miles from anywhere, an amazing labyrinth of wine cellars and a night in a trendy spa town. They say a Victorian itinerary is like a jigsaw puzzle, where all the pieces fit together -- and it’s true, says John Taylor who travelled Australia’s Great Southern Touring .

There’s nothing as chic as sipping champagne in Champagne while savouring the gastronomic delights of the region. A leisurely drive from the historic city of Reims meanders through some wonderful scenery with several sparkling interludes along the way.  Total drive approx: 100 kms Day 1. Reims Reims is located in the Champagne-Ardenne region of France, some 130 kilometres from Paris. For visitors whose .

Verona to Venice: it’s a journey that leads to some of Italy’s finest art treasures and stunning architectural gems. It’s also an itinerary for those who enjoy the works of Shakespeare. Located about a two-hour drive from Milan and around ninety minutes by car from Bologna, Verona makes an excellent departure point for this voyage of discovery. Total drive approx: 200 .

Australia’s Great Alpine Road is not normally a route you would choose in winter, unless you were headed for the Victorian snowfields. But that was the 4X4 itinerary chosen by Belgian adventurer Pascal Renes and a friend for a Melbourne-Sydney drive in the month of July. This is his diary of their journey. Day 1 (Approx 420 kms). Melbourne is a .