New Zealand Southern Explorer & Cruise
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New Zealand Southern Explorer & Cruise,
New Zealand
Tour Code :
Tour Days : 19 Days / 18 Nights
Tour Validity : 01 Jun - 31 Oct
Tour Schedule :
Starting from ₹ 310,000/ per person


  • Day 01
    Arrive Sydney
    • Arrive in Sydney where you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours Guide aboard the Celebrity Solstice.  Meet your travelling companions at dinner and begin a 14 night cruise around Australia and New Zealand.
      Meal – Dinner

    Day 02
    Cruising at Sea
    • Relax and enjoy the comforts of this stunning superliner. While at sea enjoy the onboard facilities, world-class cuisine and the entertainment not to mention your deluxe balcony cabin..
      Meal – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 03
    Melbourne (Free Day)
    • Arrive into Melbourne, Victoria’s coastal capital, where a short tram ride will take you into the city.  At its centre is the strikingly modern Federation Square with bars and restaurants. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 18:00.
      Meal: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 04
    Cruising at Sea
    • Cruise across Bass Strait and enjoy a day at sea to further explore this luxurious ship. You may like to schedule a massage or join a class in the fitness centre with floor-to-ceiling views of the sea.
      Meal – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 05
    Hobart (Free Day)
    • Docking in Hobart gives you immediate access to Mount Wellington and its incredibly beautiful surrounds. From there you can look out over the busy harbour and yachts from all over the world. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 18:00
      Meal – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 06
    Cruising at Sea
    • Spend the next two days cruising across the Tasman Sea to the Land of the Long White Cloud..
      Meal – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 07
    Cruising at Sea
    • Cruising at sea across the Tasman to New Zealand..
      Meal – Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 08
    Dusky, Doubtful & Milford Sounds
    • Sail into the narrow fiords of the Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds. Your massive ship will seem to shrink in comparison to the towering cliffs topped by lush mountain terrain. Scenic cruising.
      Meal:- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 09
    Dunedin
    • Dunedin is known as the Edinburgh of the South. Situated on the magnificent Otago coastline, explore Dunedin’s historic architecture and beautiful botanic gardens. Port Times Arrive 09:00 Depart 19:00..
      Meal:- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 09
    Akaroa
    • Nestled in the heart of an ancient volcano, Akaroa is rich with beautiful bays and home to the rarest and smallest marine dolphin. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 18:00.
      Meal:- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 11
    Wellington
    • Locals are particularly proud of the National Museum of New Zealand – Te Papa Tongarewa. Loosely translated as “our place” from the native Maori tongue, the museum is one of the world’s largest and most progressive (optional). Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 18:00.
      Meal:- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 12
    Napier
    • The beautifully preserved 1930s Art Deco architecture is Napier’s special point of difference. The best way to enjoy the streetscape is on a selfguided walk. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 18:00..
      Meal:- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 13
    Cruising at Sea
    • Enjoy a quiet refuge by day, gazing over the sea with a cocktail in hand..
      Meal:- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 14
    Cruise to The Bay of Island
    • The beaches in the Bay of Islands are considered some of the world’s finest, with their perfect white sand and crystal-clear water. Port Times Arrive 07:00 Depart 18:00.
      Meal:- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

    Day 15
    Auckland to Queenstown
    •  This morning arrive into the beautiful ‘City of Sails’, Auckland. Disembark the ship, meet your Coach Captain and enjoy an informative city tour which includes the Auckland Domain, Parnell Rose Garden, Bastion Point and the America’s Cup Village. This afternoon board a local flight to the resort town of Queenstown, located in the South Island. Meet your South Island Coach Captain and enjoy a tour of historic Arrowtown before arriving at your hotel. This evening is free to dine at one of the many fine eateries located near your hotel

      Meal:- Breakfast

    Day 16
    Queenstown
    • Today is a free day. There are plenty of sightseeing options and your Tour Guide and Coach Captain are available to assist. You may wish to enjoy the thrill of a jet boat ride, a heritage tour of the scenic Skippers Canyon or to get up close to a Kiwi bird. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Sit back, relax and enjoy a gourmet barbecue dinner which the chef will prepare in front of you at the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as you cruise back to Queenstown.
      Meal:- Breakfast  & Dinner

    Day 17
    Queenstown – Franz Josef
    • Depart Queenstown and travel via the Haast Pass to the West Coast, an area of stunning beauty. See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel north to Fox Glacier. Continue to Franz Josef where time is available (weather permitting) to experience a scenic flight (optional) over the spectacular glaciers.
      Meal:- Breakfast

    Day 18
    Franz Josef – Arthur’s Pass – Christchurch
    • Travel to Hokitika and visit the Greenstone Factory. Continue to Arthur’s Pass and board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Descend through spectacular gorges, river valleys and over massive
      viaducts before completing your journey at Christchurch. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your new found friends.
      Meal:- Breakfast & Dinner

    Day 19
    Christchurch
    • Time to say goodbye. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.
      Meal:- Breakfast

  • CITY HOTEL NAME NIGHTS
     AUCKLAND   CELEBRITY SOLISTICE***/SIMILAR 14
     QUENNSTOWN   MILLENNIUM QUEENSTOWN***/SIMILAR 2
     FRONZ JOSEF GLACIER   SCENIC HOTEL FRONZ JOSEF GLACIER***/SIMILAR 1
     CHRISTCHURCH   SUDIMA CHRISTCHURCH***/SIMILAR 1


  • INCLUSION

      • All airport transfers, all sightseeing, entry fees and meals as specified
      • The expert services of an APT Tour Director and professional Driver
      • Accommodation in double/twin-bedded rooms in hotels as mentioned in the itinerary (or similar category hotels)
      • Meals, coach tours, entrance fee, sightseeing tours and surface transportation as indicated in the itinerary
      • Accommodation in handpicked hotels chosen to suit your comfort, needs and convenience of location
      • Travel in comfort aboard climate controlled luxury coachesTake a dolphin-watching cruise to Cape Brett in the Bay of Islands
      • Luxury coach travel with 2 door access, restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows
      • Professional Coach Captain
      • 4 nights superior 4 star hotel accommodation included Hotel Porterage
      • 1 two night stay
      • 4 cooked breakfasts
      • 3 sumptuous dinners including a specialty dinner at Walter Peak Homestead – Queenstown
      • Auckland city tour
      • TranzAlpine Rail Journey
      • Deluxe Balcony Cabin onboard the Celebrity Solstice (Vista Deck 8)
      • Group ‘meet & greet’ and welcome dinner
      • World class dining in a range of unique venues (breakfast, lunch & dinner daily)
      • Awesome entertainment.
      • Inspiring activities such as cooking classes and wine tasting
      • Ports of call:
      • Sydney / Melbourne / Hobart, free time to explore
      • Milford Sound, Doubtful and Dusky Sound, Fiordland National Park
      • Dunedin, Edinburgh of the South
      • Akaroa, French inspired village
      • Wellington, Coolest Little Capital
      • Napier, Art Deco Capital
      • Bay of Islands
      • Auckland, City of Sails
      • All gratuities on board
      • Tour Guide
      • Internal flight from Auckland to Queenstown
      • Hotel to Airport transfers in Christchurch, Day 19
      • GST (Goods & Services tax)
      • Port taxes
      • Comprehensive Documentation Pack
      • 17 cooked breakfasts including a specialty breakfast at Stratosfare Restaurant – Rotorua
      • 16 sumptuous dinners including 2 specialty dinners: Walter Peak Homestead – Queenstown & a farewell dinner in Christchurch
      • 12 lunches on board the Celebrity Solstice
      • Superior hotels are utilised on these tours and represent a 4 star rating. All properties are centrally located and offer high quality service plus a wide range of facilities.

    EXCLUSION

    • 5.00% (Government Service Tax)
    • Complimentary Visa Assistance
    • Any kind of Insurance not included
    • Meals other than specified, Porte rages, tips, telephone calls, laundry.
    • Any high season surcharge, transfers surcharge (late evening or early morning), any increase in the airfare, taxes, fuel charges etc.
    • Any item of personal nature such as Laundry, tips, shopping, telephone bills etc.
    • Any other item not mentioned in the Holiday Price Includes head.
    • Optional & Add-On tours unless mentioned otherwise.
    • Any increase in the airfare / taxes / routing charged by the airlines for ticket (presently calculated on 14th Aug 2015)
    • Airline and Hotel surcharges (if applicable) during high / festive season to be paid extra per person.
    • Cost of extension of validity or deviation of your air ticket.
    • Porterage at hotels, apartment, airports and seaports, tips, laundry, wines, mineral water, telephone charges, all items of personal nature and also food and drinks not forming part of the touring group’s menu.
    • Medical test and Premium cost of your Overseas Travel Insurance policy valid for passengers above 70 years of age.
    • Anything not specifically mentioned in ‘What Your Tour Price Includes’ box.

  • Payment Policy

          • Initial deposit – Rs.15,000/-per person to confirm your booking with us.
          • 100% payment to be made at least 15 days before departure.
          • Total Payment in INR as per the prevailing exchange rate on the date of final Payment.

     

    Payment Policy : Cancellation

          • All services such as Airline seats / Hotel accommodation / ground transportation are per-blocked well in advance. We are liable to pay penalties to all our suppliers / vendors if these services are released within the below mentioned time frame.
          • If circumstances make you cancel the tour , the cancellation must be intimated to us in writing.

     

    Cancellation Will Attract The Following Cancellation

          • 35 Days or more prior to Departure              15% of the Tour Cost.
          • 34 Days to 15 Days prior to Departure          25% of the Tour Cost.
          • 14 Days to 08 Days prior to Departure          50% of the Tour Cost.
          • 08 Days and beyond                                          100% of the Tour Cost.

    Prices Are for a Minimum 2 passenger Traveling Together , No Refund for Un-utilized Service .

          • Given cost is estimated, based on lowest hotel rates existing as of now. We don’t hold any confirmation for hotels/airline.
          • Its subject to availability at the time of booking. Any difference in cost shall be borne by passenger.
          • Any further increase in airfare due to increase in the fuel price, change in government regulations, taxes, etc., charged by the airline will have to be borne by the passengers. Destiny Travels will not be held responsible for them. Above rates are subject to change with our prior notice.
          • Check-in time at hotel is 14:00 hrs & check-out time is 11:00 hrs.
          • Your tours and transfers are based on not at disposal basis.
          • Your itinerary will be strictly on timings.
          • Room rates based on standard rooms. Supplement cost will be applicable for valley facing rooms.
          • Breakfast will start from day 2 of the itinerary.
          • Services will be given in exchange of original vouchers/itinerary only.
          • If lunch is included in sightseeing it will be light pack lunch.
          • Portages and coach captain tips are extra.
          • Optional sightseeing has to be booked in advance on your own by paying an additional cost.
          • There is no refund for utilized service.
          • On hilly areas the ac will not work.
          • We will not be held responsible for any delays in airline leading to misconnecting of onward flights.
          • During sightseeing the vehicle will go up to permissible point only, from that point any arrangement to be made all extra expenses shall have to be borne by the passengers.
          • Any govt.tax levied must be borne by the passengers only.
          • Pre payment of journey is not allowed. It will be treated as cancellation & accordingly the cancellation charges will be applicable.
          • If accommodation is not available in the identified / specific hotel for the particular package tour due to reason beyond our control, we shall make our best efforts to shift the clients to hotel maintaining / having more or less the same standard.
          • No complaint or claim shall be made by the client in this respect.
          • If any airline is delayed or cancelled, Destiny Travels is not responsible for any compensation for hotels, meals, sightseeing or any other claim.

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