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2009: TREASURES OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC (IPSA)
18 days incl. air, or 16 days from Cairns to Queenstown
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 Explore the must-see cities and sights of Australia and New Zealand. In Cairns, enjoy a spectacular half-day trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Continue to the Outback, where the stunning landscape is sure to inspire you. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Ayers Rock and Alice Springs, then explore the Outback on your own. Next, on to cosmopolitan Melbourne. After the guided sightseeing tour there is plenty of time for independent exploration. Fly to beautiful Sydney. After the guided sightseeing tour you will have plenty of time to pursue independent activities. Take the exhilarating climb to the top of Sydney Harbour Bridge and take a cruise on Sydney Harbour. Then, fly to Christchurch, New Zealand, where you will have time to explore on your own. Continue to Queenstown. Here, enjoy a full-day trip to Fiordland National Park and cruise on Milford Sound.
HOTELS
Cairns: Novotel Oasis Resort, Situated in the heart of Cairns, the Novotel Oasis Resort, is truly an "oasis" in the midst of the city. The resort is set on beautifully landscaped gardens surrounding a lagoon pool with sandy beach and offers easy access to the many attractions Cairns has to offer.Ayers Rock: Desert Gardens Hotel, Set among eucalyptus trees and part of the Ayers Rock Resort complex. Your hotel offers a swimming pool for relaxation.Alice Springs: Lasseters Hotel, Set against the MacDonnell Ranges and adjoining one of the world's best desert golf courses. Rooms are spacious and well appointed. Melbourne: Novotel on Collins, Centrally located and built above the prestigious Australia on Collins shopping center. Within close proximity to the Regent Theatre, Federation Square, and Melbourne Aquarium.Sydney: The Menzies Sydney, The ideal location to explore Sydney. Overlooking Wynyard Park and a short walk from Sydney's shopping district, Sydney Opera House, The Rocks, and Darling Harbour.Christchurch: Rydges Christchurch, Situated adjacent to the picturesque Avon River in Christchurch's cultural and culinary precinct. Within easy walking distance of the Christchurch Art Gallery.Queenstown: Scenic Circle Aurum Hotel & Suites, The Scenic Circle Aurum Hotel & Suites boasts one of Queenstown's most favorable hotel sites. Located on Stanley Street, it's less than a 5-minute walk to the busy town center.
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| Details | | Monograms | | Offer valid through 12/31/2008 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Cross the International Date Line on your flight | Cross the International Date Line on your flight. | | Day 2 | Cross the International Date Line on your flight | Cross the International Date Line on your flight. | | Day 3 | Cairns | Arrive in Cairns. | | Day 4 | Cairns | Great Barrier Reef cruise. (B) | | Day 5 | Cairns | Full day at leisure. (B) | | Day 6 | Cairns-Ayers Rock | Fly to Ayers Rock; guided sightseeing; visit The Olgas, view the sunset at Ayers Rock, and enjoy a champagne toast. (B) | | Day 7 | Ayers Rock | Guided morning sightseeing; visit the base of Ayers Rock. (B) | | Day 8 | Ayers Rock-Alice Springs | Fly to Alice Springs; guided sightseeing; visit the Old Telegraph Station, Anzac Hill, School of the Air, and the Royal Flying Doctor Service. (B) | | Day 9 | Alice Springs-Melbourne | Fly to Melbourne. (B) | | Day 10 | Melbourne | Guided sightseeing; visit the Botanical Gardens. (B) | | Day 11 | Melbourne-Sydney | Fly to Sydney. (B) | | Day 12 | Sydney | Guided sightseeing; Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge photo stop; see the historic "Rocks" area and visit Bondi Beach. (B) | | Day 13 | Sydney | Full day at leisure. (B) | | Day 14 | Sydney-Christchurch | Fly to Christchurch. (B) | | Day 15 | Christchurch-Queenstown | Fly to Queenstown. (B) | | Day 16 | Queenstown | Full-day guided sightseeing to Fiordland National Park; cruise on Milford Sound. (B) | | Day 17 | Queenstown | Full day at leisure. (B) | | Day 18 | Queenstown | Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B) |
| | US$ Price Details
Land-only price does not include intra-vacation flights. Intra-vacation flights are available, priced from $1,230.Single Room Supplement: $1531.Triple Room reduction per person: $173. Extra nights per person in Cairns: In single room $178; in twin room $105; in triple room $101.Extra nights per person in Queenstown: In single room $186; in twin room $116; in triple room $105.Extra nights per person in Auckland: Jan.-Sep. in single room $170; in twin room $106; in triple room $92.Oct.-Dec. in single room $177; in twin room $110; in triple room $95.2010 prices and itineraries subject to change. Details will be available in August 2009.
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Additional Information:
-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature. |
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