Australasia brochure 2015-16

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INSPIRED BY AUSTRALASIA 2 Grove Park Court, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1 4DP Telephone 01423 565111

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AUSTRALIA • NEW ZEALAND • SOUTH PACIFIC • 2015-2016

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BOOKING CONDITIONS Your contract is with Inspired by Australasia, a division of The Curzon Corporation Ltd, a member of ABTA. 1. Your Booking Contract When you make a booking you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. A contract will exist as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice. This contract is made on the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you wish to do so.

2. Your Financial Protection We provide full financial protection for our package holidays. When you buy an ATOL protected air holiday package from us you will receive a Confirmation Invoice and an ATOL Certificate from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 2949. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advance booking. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk When you buy a package holiday that doesn’t include a flight, protection is provided by way of a bond held by ABTA, the Travel Association (ABTA Y1862). If you book arrangements other than a package from this brochure, your monies are protected by way of a bond held by ABTA. 3. ABTA We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y1862. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you

by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of, or in connection with this contract. The arbitration scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently. It provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you in respect of costs. The scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking. Neither does it apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The scheme can however deal with compensation claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Your request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within eighteen months of the date of return from holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if we agree, but the ABTA Code does not require such agreement. For injury and illness claims, you can request the ABTA Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com 4. Your Booking Price We reserve the right to alter the prices shown in the brochure. You will be advised of the current price of the arrangements that you wish to book before your contract is confirmed. When you make your booking you must pay a deposit of £300 per person or 10 percent of the holiday cost (whichever is the greater). For certain arrangements, especially extended overland tours, higher deposits may be required and you will be notified at the time of booking.

The balance of the price of your travel arrangements must be paid at least 10 weeks before your departure date. If the deposit and/or balance is not paid in time, we shall cancel your travel arrangements. If the balance is not paid in time we shall retain your deposit. All monies you pay to the travel agent are held by him on our behalf at all times.

Prices in the brochure were calculated using the following exchange rates as at 28 July 2014: A$1.80, NZ$1.98, USD 1.69, FJ$3.05, €1.26. Changes in transportation costs, including the cost of fuel, dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports and exchange rates mean that the price of your travel arrangements may change after you have booked. However there will be no change within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay more but if it is of lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges.

Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. Should the price of your arrangements go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of the total cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place.

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2 Grove Park Court, Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG1 4DP Telephone 01423 565111

www.inspiredbyaustralasia.co.uk

5. If You Change Your Booking If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made the booking or your travel agent. You will be asked to pay an administration charge of £30 per altered item, and any further cost we incur in making this alteration. You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as soon as possible. Note: Certain travel arrangements (e.g. (but not limited to) air tickets, accommodation, rail or touring products) may not be changeable after a reservation has been made and any alteration request could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.

6. If You Cancel Your Booking You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notification from the person who made the booking or your travel agent on your behalf must be received at our offices. Since we incur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown in clause 7. Note: if the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges.

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Front cover image courtesy of Tourism & Events Queensland.

Brochure designed by Andrew Bogle. Printed by Focus All Media.

7. If We Change or Cancel Your Booking It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements, but we do plan the arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time.

Most of these changes will be minor and we will advise you or your travel agent of them at the earliest possible date.

We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel it. However, we will not cancel your travel arrangements less than 10 weeks before your departure date, except for reasons of force majeure or failure by you to pay the final balance. If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements, you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard

from us, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value). If it is necessary to cancel your travel arrangements, we will pay to you compensation as set out in this clause. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Other examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same standard. If we make a major change to your booking, we will inform you or your travel agent as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or cancelling your booking and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. In all cases, except where the major change arises due to reasons of force majeure, we will pay compensation as detailed below:* Period before departure within which notice of Cancellation or major change is received by us or notified to you More than 56 days 56-43 days 42-31 days 30–0 days

IF WE MAKE A MAJOR CHANGE TO YOUR HOLIDAY Amount you will receive from us Nil £20 £30 £50

IF WE CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY

IF YOU CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY

Amount you will receive from us

MAXIMUM amount of cancellation charge*

Deposit Only Monies paid + £20 Monies paid + £30 Monies paid + £50

Deposit Only 50% of holiday cost 75% of holiday cost 100% of holiday cost

The compensation that we offer does not exclude you from claiming more if you are entitled to do so. *In some circumstances higher cancellation fees may be applied by certain product suppliers e.g. (but not limited to) airlines, accommodation, rail or touring products. Should this be the case you will be notified of such fees before confirming your booking and these will apply in the event of a cancellation. These fees may be any amount up to 100% of the value of the product or booking value.

Force Majeure: This means that we will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control. These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport. In accordance with EU Regulation 2111/2005 we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flights.

8. If You Have A Complaint If you have a problem or any cause for complaint with your travel arrangements, please report it immediately directly to the supplier (e.g. the hotel manager), and as soon as possible bring it to the attention of our local representative / agent. They will try to rectify the problem at the time. If no representative/agent is available, or if they are unable to resolve the matter to your satisfaction, please refer to your travel documents for our contact details. If your complaint cannot be resolved locally having reported it, you must inform our representative/agent in writing whilst overseas and follow this up in writing to us within 28 days of your return home. If you fail to follow this procedure, we cannot accept responsibility for any problem or complaint that could have been rectified there and then had you notified us, the supplier or our representative/agent at the time. For all problems or complaints, failure to comply with this procedure may mean that your right to claim any compensation you may otherwise have been entitled to may be affected or lost as a result.

9. Our Liability to You If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements. However we will not be liable where any failure in the performance of the contract is due to: you; or a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel arrangements and where the failure is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall. Inspired by Asia does not accept any liability for any services or facilities which your hotel or any other supplier agrees to provide for you where the services or facilities are not advertised in our brochure and we have not agreed to arrange them. Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your package holiday provided by us. For any excursion or other tour that you book, your contract will be with the operator of the excursion or tour and not with us. We are not responsible for the provision of the excursion or tour or for anything that happens during the course of its provision by the operator. Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of two times the cost of your travel arrangements.

Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner with any relevant international convention. You can ask for copies of the transport companies' contractual terms, or the international conventions, from our offices in Harrogate. Under EU law (Regulation 261/2004) you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in clause 7. If any payments to you are due from us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deducted from this amount. If your airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Air Transport Users' Council on 020 7240 6061 www.auc.org.uk 10. Prompt Assistance Overseas If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed as a result of failures attributable to a third party unconnected with the provision of the services, or as a result of failures due to unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall, and you suffer an injury or other material loss, we will offer you such prompt assistance as is reasonable in the circumstances.

This brochure is our responsibility, as your tour operator. It is not issued on behalf of, and does not commit the airlines mentioned herein or any airline whose services are used in the course of your travel arrangements. Please note that in accordance with Air Navigation Orders in order to qualify for infant status, a child must be under 2 years of age on the date of its return flight.

Published 12 August 2014. Prices and booking conditions valid from September 2014.

Registered Office Milton House, 33a Milton Road, Hampton, Middlesex TW12 2LL.

Your Financial Protection When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong.

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About Inspired by Australasia Using the brochure Maps of Australia and New Zealand Your choice of Airlines

AUSTRALIA About Australia Car Hire Motorhomes Rail Travel Discover Australia Coach Tour Sydney New South Wales Touring East Coast Self Drive East Coast Coach Tour Melbourne Great Ocean Road Self Drive Adelaide Kangaroo Island Tour Northern Territory Alice Springs Ayers Rock Ayers Rock & Kings Canyon Tours Darwin Kakadu Tours Perth Western Australia Self Drives Queensland

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Port Douglas Northern Beaches & Cairns Hotels Far North Queensland Hotels Far North Queensland Self Drive Queensland Cruising Brisbane & Southern Queensland Fraser Island Whitsunday Islands Hamilton Island Tasmania Tasmania Self Drive

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NEW ZEALAND

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About New Zealand Car Hire Motorhomes New Zealand Coach Touring New Zealand Self Drives North Island Hotels South Island Hotels North Island Tours South Island Tours South Island Cruising & Coach Tour

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Far East & Worldwide Stopovers Booking Conditions

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We are real experts in Australasia holidays When it comes to choosing and planning your Australasia holiday, you need to deal with people who know the destination inside out. Our team has travelled extensively throughout the region to ensure you can receive firsthand advice, suggestions and tips from those who really have “been there and done that.”

We are proud to be the winner of ‘Best Tour Operator 2014’ as voted by AITO Travel Agents.

We can tailor-make your holiday exactly to suit you Our brochure contains a wealth of possibilities, but don’t feel you need to limit your choice to what we feature, because everything is flexible - that’s the beauty of our tailor-made service. Simply tell us where you’d like to go, and what you’d like to do, and we’ll make it happen. Alternatively, if you can’t decide or if you’d like us to help you out with ideas and inspiration - then we’ll be happy to oblige.

We’ll offer support throughout your holiday Our service doesn’t end once you’ve left for your holiday, because we’ll be there for you, if we’re needed, throughout your stay. Should anything go wrong, you’ll have the peace of mind to know that we’ll be rapidly contactable, via our local representative or via your travel agent, to put things right.

We can organise all your flights All of our holidays begin and end with a flight. So it’s vital that all the arrangements work and that the airline matches or exceeds your expectations. Inspired by Australasia only work with quality scheduled airlines with a proven record in customer satisfaction and the flexibility to cope with complex or unusual itineraries.

We are fully bonded to give you peace of mind You can rest assured that the air holidays and flights in this brochure are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under ATOL 2949, and for holidays which do not include air travel, your financial protection is administered by ABTA number Y1862/V8887.

Your Financial Protection When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate.

This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong.

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USING YOUR INSPIRED BY AUSTRALASIA BROCHURE

Hotel ratings Each country has its own method for rating a hotel, making it difficult to provide a consistent classification.

Therefore we have rated the hotels ourselves. This is based on our personal hotel inspections and the advice of our locallybased representatives. We have only chosen what we consider to be three, four and five star properties, ranging from hotels that can be described as good value for money with superior standards, to worldclass, luxurious resorts of the highest quality.

Hotel refurbishments and renovations Every hotel will, from time to time, have to take steps to maintain its rooms and facilities.

We will do our utmost to bring any such work due to take place, to your attention, as soon as we are notified.

Hotel special offers Australia and New Zealand are great places for special offers. During low and shoulder seasons we have negotiated some exciting deals, such as free nights and free room upgrades, with many shown throughout this brochure.

We receive new offers during the year; see our website www.inspiredbyaustralasia.co.uk for the very latest.

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Special requests If you have dietary requirements, a disability we need to be aware of, or simply have a preference such as a low-floor room, please let us know at the time of booking. We will pass on your requirements to the relevant hotels and tour companies.

Passports, visas and health Most destinations require that you have at least six months remaining on your full passport and, if required a visa. British Passport Holders require a visa to enter Australia, and this must be obtained in advance. The standard holiday visa for UK visitors allows for stays of up to 3 months.

Please ask your travel agent for details.

For vaccination requirements or recommendations please contact your doctor. It is your responsibility to satisfy these requirements.

Flights Prices in this brochure do not include flights, unless specifically stated in the inclusions of some touring products.

We are specialists in organising flights to fit in with tailor-made itineraries and can secure some exceptional deals with many of the leading carriers to Australasia. While many people these days prefer to book their own flights online, we do warn clients that tickets bought this way can be inflexible if you need to make changes. Booking your flights through Inspired by Australasia is likely to prove a cheaper and far more flexible option.

Airport transfers Inspired by Australasia can pre-book private transfers from the airport to your hotel if you wish. Please ask your travel agent for details.

Insurance It is essential that you have adequate travel insurance, and we strongly recommend that you arrange this with your travel agent, at the time of booking.

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AUSTRALIA

Darwin

Kakadu NP

Litchfield NP

Katherine Port Douglas Cairns

Broome

NORTHERN TERRITORY

Port Hedland

Townsville

Alice Springs

Whitsunday Islands

Ayers Rock

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

QUEENSLAND

Fraser Island

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Brisbane

NEW SOUTH WALES

Perth

Coffs Harbour

Great Australian Bight

Adelaide

Albany

Sydney CANBERRA

VICTORIA Melbourne

TASMANIA Hobart

2,500 miles 1,400 miles

Distances in Australia and New Zealand Many people believe that Australia and New Zealand are close together - perhaps even a short ferry ride away! In fact, they are nearly 1500 miles apart, or a 4 hour flight across the Tasman Sea. Distances between the main cities and resorts of Australia can be vast, but an excellent network of internal flights lets you traverse the country with ease.

Whangarei

Auckland

NORTH ISLAND

NEW ZEALAND

Napier

Nelson

New Zealand is much more compact just over 1000 miles top to tail and only 220 miles at its widest point, so you are never far from the sea.

WELLINGTON

Greymouth

Kaikoura

Mount Cook

Milford Sound

Queenstown

Invercargill Stewart Island

Christchurch

SOUTH ISLAND Dunedin

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Rotorua Taupo

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YOUR CHOICE OF AIRLINES

Flights with Qantas benefit from the awardwinning Qantas A380 from London Heathrow to Dubai, twice daily, and allow you to choose from one of four comfortable cabins; First, Business, Premium Economy or Economy.

Combine Dubai with many other destinations across Australasia for an unforgettable travel experience thanks to Qantas and Emirates

If you've ever flown Air New Zealand you'll know their secret. It's not just the groundbreaking cabin features or the thoughtful little touches like being able to order drinks and snacks on demand from your touchscreen between meals, it really is the crew which sets them apart - helpful and professional, without losing that down-to-earth Kiwi touch.

When an airline starts to think of passengers as guests, everything changes.

This is our philosophy at Etihad. Whether it’s the private suites we offer in First Class, our guaranteed fully-flat beds in long-haul Business Class, or more comfort in Economy Class, the hospitality we provide is personalised and unique. We fly to the four corners of the world, connecting over 90 destinations across a growing network.

Singapore Airlines has evolved into one of the most respected travel brands around the world.

They have one of the world's youngest fleet in the air and a network spanning five continents.

With non-stop flights from London Heathrow and a daily flight from Manchester with easy connections at Singapore's Changi airport, Singapore Airlines takes you to the heart of the Far East and beyond.

Emirates flies 16 times daily to Dubai from a choice of 6 UK airports, offering convenient onward connections to over 140 destinations.

Onboard, passengers can enjoy world-class service, regionally inspired gourmet cuisine and up to 1,800 channels of award-winning entertainment – plus phone, SMS and email connectivity from every seat.

‘World’s Leading Airline Partnership’.

Malaysia Airlines provides a multi awardwinning premium service to more than 70 destinations and runs two daily A380 flights from London to Kuala Lumpur, offering the perfect gateway to access Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Celebrating 40 years of Malaysian Hospitality, the airline received a five-star rating from SKYTRAX along with awards for ‘Best Signature Meal’ (2012 and 2013) and ‘World’s Best Cabin Crew’ in 2012.

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AUSTRALIA There are few places left in the world that leave such a powerful and lasting impression upon visitors to Australia. Nothing can match the excitement of flying into Sydney or the delight of seeing the Great Barrier Reef for the first time. Perhaps it’s the pure air, brilliant sunshine. It’s a spirit that infuses your enjoyment of the glorious scenery, beautiful beaches, vibrant cities and astonishing wildlife found throughout this remarkable country.

Getting there There are over a dozen airlines offering flights from the UK to Australia. The shortest flying time is just over 18 hours (Perth, Western Australia). Flights to the east coast cities such as Sydney are typically around 2022 hours. Most visitors prefer to break up the journey with a stopover en-route. There is normally no extra charge to stopover, just the cost of your accommodation in that location and in most cases you can stop on both ways if you wish. There is a wide choice of stopover locations such as Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, LA, Hawaii, French Polynesia (Tahiti), The Cook Islands and Fiji. See pages 90-98 for details of stopovers.

Australia's seasons are opposite to those in the northern hemisphere. December to February is summer; March to May is autumn; June to August is winter; and September to November is spring. Typically the Southern cities of Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Hobart and Sydney are at their best in summer, from November to March. But also pleasant in Spring (April and May) and Autumn (September and October). The northern cities of Broome, Darwin, Cairns and Brisbane enjoy their driest weather from May to October. The Red Centre (Alice Springs) can be extremely hot during November to March but during May to October day time temperatures are comfortable for touring.

Important to note British passport holders require a visa to enter Australia, and this must be obtained in advance. The standard holiday visa for UK visitors allows for stays of up to 3 months. Inspired by Australasia can arrange your visa in advance. Please ask your travel agent for details. For longer stays please visit www.immi.gov.au You don’t require any vaccinations unless you have stayed in a yellow fever infected country within 6 days of your arrival.

When to go Australia experiences temperate weather for most of the year but the climate can vary due to the size of the continent. The northern states typically experience warm weather much of the time, with the southern states experiencing cooler winters. Australia is also one of the driest continents on earth with an average annual rainfall of less than 600 millimetres. Like all countries in the southern hemisphere,

AUSTRALIA AVERAGE MONTHLY TEMPERATURES AND RAINFALL (Temperatures in °Centigrade, Rainfall in millimetres) Jan Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Brisbane Cairns Perth Ayers Rock

°C 25 25 29 30 31 31 45

R 101 48 19 142 395 9 38

Feb °C 25 25 29 30 31 31 45

R 118 48 12 133 450 12 44

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Mar °C 24 25 26 29 30 30 42

R 129 50 25 106 424 19 32

Apr °C 22 20 23 27 29 26 40

R 127 57 41 69 195 44 16

May °C 19 17 19 24 27 22 35

R 120 56 60 61 91 116 18

Jun °C 16 14 16 22 26 19 32

R 132 49 80 61 45 175 14

Jul °C 16 13 15 22 25 18 32

R 97 47 76 25 29 168 15

Aug °C 17 15 17 23 26 19 35

R 79 50 67 38 26 133 9

Sep °C 20 17 19 26 28 20 38

R 68 58 60 29 33 80 8

Oct °C 22 20 22 22 29 23 42

R 76 66 44 77 46 52 21

Nov °C 23 22 24 28 30 26 43

R 84 60 32 104 95 22 29

Dec °C 25 24 27 29 31 29 44

R 77 59 28 139 177 13 37

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CAR HIRE

Australia is ideal for a selfdrive holiday. The highways and arterial roads are well maintained, and UK drivers will feel at home as driving is on the left. Avis has rental

Group A Nissan Micra (5 door) Manual or similar

stations all over this wonderful country. Whether

Inclusive Plus Price option For an additional charge you can upgrade to Inclusive Plus.

This will reduce your excess to A$385 (A$1100 for group W). Prices on request.

you’re looking to explore the beautiful cities, magnificent coastal areas or wide open spaces, Avis offers all you

Group B Hyundai i20 (5 door) Automatic or similar

need to get on the road and into adventure. Enjoy the freedom to roam wherever you want.

Group C Hyundai i30 Automatic or similar

Group X - Economy A - Compact B - Compact C - Intermediate D - Standard E - Full Size F - Full Size Wagon V - Full Size Minivan W - 4WD

Prices include • Unlimited mileage • Loss Damage Waiver (excess of A$2750. W group: A$5500) • Vehicle Registration Fee • 24 Hour Emergency roadside assistance • Goods and Service Tax GST • Concession recovery Fee • Administration Fee • Additional drivers

Car type (or similar) Nissan Micra manual 3 door Nissan Micra manual 5 door Hyundai i20 automatic Hyundai i30 automatic Holden Cruze automatic Toyota Camry automatic Holden SV6 automatic Kia Grand Automatic Mitsubishi Pajero 4WD

Inclusive prices (£) from 1-6 days 39 42 43 47 51 56 76 79 82

7-13 days 14-20 days 35 32 39 35 40 37 43 40 46 43 52 48 71 66 73 66 78 75

General conditions • Prices are calculated on a 24-hour period.

• Drivers must have a full, current driving licence, valid for at least one year.

• Loss Damage Waiver. An excess of A$2750 applies for most car types but can be reduced to A$385 for a supplement. Full Loss Damage Waiver conditions on request.

• Driving area restrictions apply. Please ask for details.

• Drivers must be 25 years of age and above.

A surcharge of A$27.50 applies for renters aged 21-24.

• Remote location surcharges. Certain locations carry an additional fee due to their location. Prices and details on request.

• Inspired by Asia recommend a GPS. We can pre-book this for you.

• One way rentals. Certain routes incur a one way drop off fee. Prices and details of these routes are on request.

Please note the seating/luggage symbols are for your guidance only.

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MOTORHOMES

When you travel around Australia in a motorhome, every road takes you on a new adventure. Hiring a Maui motorhome allows you the space and freedom to travel at your own pace and combines your transport with accommodation. Enjoy the reliability and security of Australasia’s largest rental vehicle operator behind you. Please note that the day of vehicle collection is counted as day one, regardless of pick up time.

Ultima (2-berth) from £89 per day • Sleeps 2 • Shower and toilet • Microwave, gas stove and fridge • LCD screen and DVD player • Radio, CD player • Exterior slide out BBQ

Price includes • Unlimited kilometres • Vehicle liability (can be reduced on payment of a liability reduction fee) • Extra driver fees • Kitchen equipment • Linen and bedding including Linen Exchange service Prices do not include • One way fees if applicable • Travel insurance • Broome remote location fee • Hobart airport concession fee • Campground fees • Optional extras such as a picnic table which can be pre-booked

The Maui Premium Package, which is recommended, is £50 per day Inclusions • Reduce your excess to zero • One-way fee if applicable • Taxi fare from closest airport to Maui branch upon vehicle collection only.

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General equipment • GPS Sat Nav • Valet Service* for hires of 21 days or more • Customer care 24 hour, 7 days per week road-service helpline (toll free) • Travel wallet including map of Australia with driving tips and travel information • Magazine with discounts to tourist attractions Platinum Beach (4-berth) from £115 per day Insurance and liability All vehicles are insured for the damage to the vehicle or to the property of a Third Party. The hirer is responsible for the first A$7,500.

However you can opt to reduce the excess to zero by paying A$45 per day.

• Sleeps 4 • 2 spacious double beds • Shower and toilet • Gas stove, microwave and fridge • LCD screen and DVD player • Radio, CD player • Front swivel seats • Exterior awning

Rental locations Adelaide, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Broome, Cairns, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

Platinum River (6-berth) from £125 per day Offer Receive up to a 20% Early Bird discount - call for details.

• Sleeps 6 • 3 large double beds • Shower and toilet • Gas stove, microwave and fridge • LCD screen and DVD player • Radio, CD player • Exterior awning • Security safe

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RAIL TRAVEL

If you have ever yearned for the days when rail travel was a pleasure, then you’ll appreciate the classic rail journeys still available in Australia. Here are three iconic journeys: The Indian Pacific from Sydney or Adelaide to

THE SPIRIT OF QUEENSLAND Travelling the 1681kms between Brisbane and Cairns along the Queensland coast, the new Spirit of Queensland offers a new era in long distance rail travel, Contemporary, comfortable and designed for relaxation, the newest addition of the Queensland Rail Travel fleet offers new features that will redefine the modern rail travel experience.

• Why not break your journey at Airlie Beach for a few nights and visit The Whitsundays?

See pages 58-61 for details.

Rail Bed The Rail Bed is a spacious and comfortable seat by day that includes a state-of-the-art personal entertainment system, a 240v powerpoint and a USB point. In the evening, the onboard team convert the seat to a lie-flat bed with all linen provided.

Perth, The Ghan from Adelaide to Alice Springs and Darwin, and The Spirit of Queensland from Brisbane to Cairns.

Prices per person based on twin share from: Brisbane - Cairns or vv Rail Bed £310 Premium Economy seat prices on request.

Premium Economy seats Full leather seats use the very latest in seating technology to provide a truly comfortable ride and very generous leg room. Premium Economy seats also have state-of-the-art personal entertainment systems.

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Price includes • Rail travel as shown • Choice of Premium Economy seat or Rail Bed • Rail Bed class includes most meals

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RAIL TRAVEL

THE INDIAN PACIFIC The Indian Pacific offers travellers four days and three nights of one of the most impressive and indulgent ways to explore the vastness of Australia. From the Indian Ocean on the west coast to the Pacific on the east coast, you can delight in the passing backdrop of Australia’s magnificent landscapes. Travel in either direction – from the ‘harbour city’ of Sydney in the east or from the lovely Western Australian capital of Perth.

You have a choice of three routes: Perth to Sydney or v.v. Three nights and four days via Broken Hill, Adelaide, Cook and Kalgoorlie, one way, 4,352km.

Sydney to Adelaide or v.v. One night and two days via Broken Hill, one way, 1,693km.

Perth to Adelaide or v.v. Two nights and three days via Cook and Kalgoorlie, one way, 2,659km.

Prices per person based on twin share from: Indian Pacific: Sydney - Perth or vv Gold £1479; Platinum £2376 Departure dates on request. Other sector fares on request.

• Why not break your journey in Adelaide and add a side trip to beautiful Kangaroo Island?

See page 32 for details.

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Price includes • Rail travel as shown • Stylish Restaurant Car dining included in your fare, with freshly prepared, delicious meals and waiter service • Cabin accommodation (Gold or Platinum) • Off train excursions. Platinum cabin only (Additional charge for Gold cabin).

Gold Cabin During the day, the compact Twin Berth Sleeper Cabins offer a comfortable three seater lounge, converting to an upper and lower sleeping berth at night. Your journey will be made even more comfortable with service from the hospitality attendant including fresh sheets, bath towels, pillows, doonas and complimentary toiletries. Twin Berth Sleeper Cabins have private en suite facilities with a hide-away compact toilet, wash basin and shower.

Platinum Cabin Spacious private cabins, each with a full en suite, are part of the Platinum Service experience. Almost double the size of Gold Service cabins, they have premium fittings, a shower, vanity with ample cupboard space, mirror, toilet facilities and an incabin safe.

THE GHAN The Ghan has been traversing the heart of Australia for more than eighty years. Now it’s your turn to explore the continent’s vast and remote interior. For three days and two nights, you will discover the Red Centre and the landscapes of this extraordinary land at a relaxing pace, in comfort and style. Whether you begin in Adelaide or Darwin, your trip will take in the sweeping Adelaide Plains and majestic Flinders Ranges of South Australia, and the ochre heart of the Red Centre.

You have a choice of three routes: Adelaide to Darwin or v.v. Two nights and three days via Alice Springs and Katherine, one way 2,979km.

Darwin to Alice Springs or v.v. One night and two days via Katherine, one way 1,420km.

Adelaide to Alice Springs or v.v. One night and two days, one way 1,559km.

Prices per person, based on twin share from: Adelaide - Alice Springs or vv Gold £724; Platinum £1247 Adelaide –Darwin or vv Gold £1120; Platinum £2073 Offer Receive a discount when booking 6 months in advance.

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COACH TOURING

Perth

Kata Tjuṯa

Great Barrier Reef

18 DAY DISCOVER AUSTRALIA COACH TOUR Here over the course of 18 days, you’ll experience the best that Australia has to offer. On this Travelmarvel by APT tour you’ll enjoy exceptional service, handpicked accommodation, quality meals and included sightseeing, along with the security and confidence of travelling with the region’s leading tour operator.

Tour departure dates on request.

Day 2 Perth Swan River Cruise Travel by coach into Perth for a guided sightseeing tour of the city’s many highlights, including the untouched bushland, Botanic Gardens and walkways of beautiful Kings Park. Return to Fremantle on a leisurely cruise along the picturesque Swan River.

Day 3 Fremantle at leisure Perhaps visit the Western Australian Maritime Museum, discover the port’s many historic buildings or visit Fremantle Markets. Or join one of the two available optional experiences: a cruise to the historic Swan Valley Wine Region and enjoy a tasting of some premium local wines; or spend the day on beautiful Rottnest Island (both at own expense).

Please note airfares are not included.

Price includes • All sightseeing, excursions and entrance fees as shown • A dedicated Travelmarvel Tour Director and professional drivers • 17 nights premium accommodation • 20 meals: 16 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 feature dinners • Spacious, luxurious coaches Day 1 Arrive Perth On arrival at Perth Airport today, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the colourful port city of Fremantle. After time at leisure to settle in, enjoy a memorable Welcome Reception this evening. Three Night Stay: Fremantle, The Esplanade Hotel

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Day 4 Fremantle, Perth, Alice Springs Leaving Fremantle after breakfast, transfer back to Perth Airport for the flight to Alice Springs. Nestled between the MacDonnell Ranges, this iconic Outback town is the geographical centre of Australia famous for its rich pioneering history and ancient indigenous culture. Two Night Stay: Chifley Alice Springs Resort Day 5 Alice Springs Early this morning, you may like to take a balloon flight over the desert at sunrise (own expense), before joining the group to enjoy panoramic views of the town and surrounding MacDonnell Ranges from Anzac Hill. Enjoy the remainder of the morning at leisure before visiting the Royal Flying Doctor Service and School of the Air. This evening, perhaps take a camel ride at sunset (own expense).

Day 6 Alice Springs, Kata Tjuta, Uluru The Australian Outback comes to life today as you travel through rugged landscapes to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Discovered by explorers in 1872, Uluru (Ayers Rock) is one of Australia’s most famous and sacred sites. Visit the rock domes and peaks of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) and walk to Walpa Gorge, then enjoy a glass of wine while watching the sunset over Uluru. Tonight, there is the opportunity to join the Sounds of Silence Dinner - where you’ll dine on Australian delicacies seated under the canopy of the desert night (own expense).

Stay: Ayers Rock Resort, Voyages Outback Pioneer Hotel and Lodge Day 7 Uluru, Cairns This morning, marvel at the magnificent sunrise over Uluru and take a guided tour around the base, viewing ancient caves and indigenous rock art sites.

Afterwards, fly to the sparkling blue waters and lush green rainforests of Cairns in Tropical North Queensland. Special Stay enjoy a four-night escape at the Pullman Cairns International in a stylish room with mountain views. The evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. Four Night Stay: Pullman Cairns International

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Melbourne

Twelve Apostles

Day 8 Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Cairns by fast catamaran to Reef Magic’s reef activity platform and enjoy five hours amidst the colourful coral and marine life. While here, snorkel in the coral lagoon, walk through the underwater observatory, join a guided tour on the semi-submersible or glass bottom boat, or relax on the sundeck, before enjoying a lunch on board. On return to the mainland, rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 11 Cairns, Melbourne Departing Cairns today, fly south to the city of Melbourne. With its cutting-edge designs and heritage architecture, spacious parks and diverse village-like suburbs, fabulous arts and worldclass sporting action, you’ll quickly understand why Victoria’s vibrant capital is considered one of the most liveable cities in the world. Three Night Stay: Melbourne, Radisson on Flagstaff

Day 9 Cairns at Leisure Relax and explore Cairns at leisure, or join one of a number of optional experiences: a hot air balloon flight over the Cairns Highlands; Ride the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over the rainforest canopy in Kuranda; discover the Daintree River region where the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation; or enjoy a mysterious journey into the ancient Tjapukai culture by night (all at own expense).

Day 12 Melbourne Today, explore the city’s highlights on a sightseeing tour, including Cook’s Cottage, Federation Square and the Royal Botanic Gardens. The remainder of the afternoon is free for you to explore the city at leisure. Or join an enchanting optional experience to witness the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island (own expense).

Day 10 Cairns at Leisure Combine Your Stay in Cairns Choose one of the following multidestination stay options during your four nights in the region.

1. Fitzroy Island Combine two nights in Cairns with two nights on idyllic Fitzroy Island, a tropical paradise of rainforest and coral beaches within the calm waters of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

2. Palm Cove Stay overnight in Cairns before spending three nights at the Pullman Palm Cove Sea Temple Resort and Spa in the beachside village of Palm Cove.

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Day 13 Melbourne at Leisure Today is completely free for you to explore Melbourne at leisure. You may wish to take a sightseeing cruise on the Yarra River to enjoy unique views of the Melbourne skyline; discover the breathtaking coastal scenery, native flora and fauna, and intriguing towns along the Great Ocean Road on a full-day tour; or enjoy a memorable dinner aboard the historic Colonial Tramcar Restaurant (all at own expense).

Day 14 Melbourne, Sydney After one last morning to take in the sights, fly to Sydney.

Special Stay - transfer to your hotel, just steps from Darling Harbour. Wrapped around a spectacular harbour, this glamorous city is home to the instantly recognisable icons of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Four Night Stay: Sydney, Four Points by Sheraton Darling Harbour

Sydney

Day 15 Sydney Enjoy a guided city tour this morning followed by a relaxing cruise on Sydney Harbour, then step inside the Sydney Opera House for a guided tour. Your day culminates with a traditional fish ‘n’ chip dinner on Bondi Beach this evening.

Day 16 Sydney at Leisure Enjoy a day at leisure. Alternatively, you may like to head to the Blue Mountains National Park; or savour fine wines and explore the stunning gardens in the Hunter Valley (both at own expense).

Day 17 Sydney at Leisure Appreciate a further day at leisure, or perhaps join one of our optional experiences. Enjoy a bird’s eye view of Sydney’s famous coast and waterways aboard a seaplane; or climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge to discover the scale and grandeur of this inspiring global icon (both at own expense). This evening enjoy a Farewell Drink and Dinner.

Day 18 Depart Sydney Following a day at leisure, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Prices from £2995 per person, based on twin share.

Cairns Alice Springs Uluru

Perth Fremantle Melbourne

Sydney

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SYDNEY 4 DAY SYDNEY HOT DEAL Includes • 3, 4 or 5-star hotels • Luxury Yacht Harbour Cruise • Blue Mountains or Hunter Valley small group tour • Private airport transfers Day 1 Arrive Sydney Met on arrival and privately transferred to your chosen hotel (see prices below).

Day 2 Luxury Yacht Harbour Cruise The best way to explore Sydney Harbour. This tour encompasses a 4 hour cruise of Sydney Harbour taking in the iconic sights and million dollar homes. Explore the shoreline and secluded coves from Darling Harbour to Watsons Bay. Jump off the boat for a Harbour swim or try your luck fishing whilst your sumptuous BBQ lunch is prepared and served. A luxury yacht carrying a maximum of 16 passengers.

Day 3 Blue Mountains or Hunter Valley Small Group Tour Choose to experience the spectacular forest and mountain scenery of the Blue Mountains, or a full day in the vineyards of the Hunter Valley with wine tasting. See page 21 for full details.

Day 4 Depart Sydney Private car transfer to the airport.

Prices per person, based on twin share from: 3-star Travelodge Hotel Wynyard £499 4-star Holiday Inn Old Sydney £549 5-star Shangri-La Hotel Sydney £699

Sydney Harbour Bridge

For most visitors, Sydney is the first and most spectacular introduction to Australia.

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You’re never more than a few minutes from a beach, a chic restaurant or a lively street market. Don’t miss a chance to visit

Sydney Opera House

The Rocks

Circular Quay

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Darling Harbour

Government House

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the Opera House, the Botanical Gardens,

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Royal Botanic Gardens

Museum Parliament House

the Rocks or Darling Harbour. See Bondi

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Beach, catch the ferry to Manly or

Woolloomooloo

immerse yourself in the finest shopping.

Darling Harbour

Hyde Park

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Kings Cross

4 When to go The warmest months in Sydney are from December to February with temperatures around 26˚C. Hot days are often tempered by cooling sea breezes making evening outdoor dining perfect.

June to August are the coolest months, with temperatures rarely falling below 7˚C. Even during winter the skies can be blue and a coat is not always needed.

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Darlinghurst Chinatown

Haymarket Surry Hills

Paddington

Central Railway Station

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SYDNEY Hotels

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TRAVELODGE HOTEL WYNYARD

PARKROYAL DARLING HARBOUR

The Travelodge Hotel Wynyard is centrally located, within easy walking distance of iconic Sydney attractions - The Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Rocks precinct. Darling Harbour is a short walk away. It is adjacent to Wynyard railway station and across the road from the bus terminal providing great transport links to the rest of the city. Guest rooms are comfortable or choose an Executive room on a higher floor with better city views. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, gym and parking.

The Parkroyal Darling Harbour is a great location with all the attractions of Darling Harbour (Sydney Aquarium, Powerhouse Museum, Cockle Bay Wharf), within a 5-10 minute walk. The train station is just a short walk with a short train journey to Circular Quay and the Opera House.

Alternatively you can reach the Opera House on foot in 30 minutes.

Choose from a Superior room, Darling Harbour View room or a Club Room with club benefits. Facilities include a gym, bar and a restaurant.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £64 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £76 per person per night, based on room only.

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HOLIDAY INN OLD SYDNEY

ADINA APARTMENT HOTEL SYDNEY

The Holiday Inn Old Sydney is nestled between the famous Harbour Bridge and Opera House, in the historic Rocks area. Take a stroll down the harbourside promenade past the Museum of Contemporary Art to Circular Quay, catch a ferry to Manly Beach, Watsons Bay and Taronga Park Zoo or enjoy a fabulous harbour cruise. Enjoy magnificent views of the world’s most stunning harbour from the spectacular rooftop swimming pool. Facilities include a breakfast restaurant, bar and spa.

Centrally located apartments. Choose to stay in a comfortable studio apartment, or in one of the self-contained one, two or three bedroom apartments. At the end of the day, return to your Sydney hotel apartment and relax in the sauna, take a dip in the heated swimming pool or work out in the fully equipped-gym before retiring to the on-site restaurant or choosing from an array of restaurants at nearby Darling Harbour, a short walk away.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £78 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £69 per person per night, based on room only.

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SYDNEY Hotels

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RADISSON BLU HOTEL SYDNEY

AMORA HOTEL JAMISON SYDNEY

An intimate, boutique style hotel housed within a heritage-listed building that is located in the heart of Sydney. The stunning sandstone facade of the building dates back to the 1800's and blends beautifully with the chic, calm and contemporary interior. A great location with the Botanic Gardens and Circular Quay just a 10 minute walk away. Facilities include a heated indoor pool, restaurant, bar and gym. Choose from Atrium rooms with inner courtyard views, or Premier rooms with city views.

Within a short walk to Circular Quay and the Opera House Sydney this luxury hotel will offer fully refurbished rooms of the highest standard from early 2015. The stylish guest rooms ranging from Deluxe King Rooms to Jamison Club Suites, mostly overlook the harbour and city below. Club rooms on the top five floors offer superb views and club facilities. In-room amenities include the latest in-room entertainment.

Facilities include a choice of bars & restaurants, an indoor pool and spa.

Offer Receive free breakfast when staying 3 nights or more. Year round.

Offer Receive 3 nights for the price of 2. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £100 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £96 per person per night, based on room only.

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ADINA APARTMENT HOTEL BONDI BEACH

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL SYDNEY

Adina Apartment Hotel Bondi Beach faces Australia’s most iconic beach.

Set amongst a diverse mecca of vibrant restaurants and shops, the commanding position of this apartment hotel allows guests to soak up all the glamour and lifestyle that Bondi offers. The stunning beach is a 2 minute stroll! Choice of studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Facilities include a pool and gym. The centre of Sydney is 5 miles away by bus and train – with a journey time around 45-60 minutes.

The Shangri-La Hotel is impeccably positioned between the iconic Opera House and the Harbour Bridge, offering breathtaking views. Located within walking distance of the historic Rocks area. Guest rooms are some of the most luxurious and spacious in Sydney and offer commanding city, Darling Harbour, Opera House or full Harbour view (Bridge and Opera House) rooms. Facilities include an indoor pool, fitness centre, spa and a choice of dining options including a 36th floor restaurant.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £67 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £100 per person per night, based on room only.

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SYDNEY Day Tours

Cruise like a local

Blue Mountains 4WD Wildlife

Bridge Climb

The best way to explore Sydney Harbour. This tour encompasses a 4 hour luxury yacht cruise of Sydney Harbour taking in the iconic sights.

Explore the shoreline and secluded coves from Darling Harbour to Watsons Bay. Jump off the boat for a Harbour swim or try your luck fishing whilst your sumptuous BBQ lunch is prepared and served. Maximum 16 passengers. From £169 per person.

A full day tour into the real backcountry of the Blue Mountains World Heritage area. In 4WD explore the tracks of the magnificent Grose Valley (also known as Australia's Grand Canyon). Enjoy awesome views and see waterfalls. Take a short bushwalk if you like.

See koalas, kangaroos up close plus friendly dingoes and pat the koalas at a wildlife park.

Depart daily. Max. group size: 15. Lunch included. From £145 per person.

BridgeClimb is a small group adventure offering the ultimate experience of Sydney with 3 hour guided Climbs to the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, day and night for 360 degree panoramic views. Today thousands of Sydneysiders and visitors to Sydney enjoy in total safety the exhilaration and satisfaction of climbing Sydney's icon, the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Departs daily. From £159 per person.

Sydney Seaplane Scenic Flight

Opera House Backstage Tour

Hunter Valley Winetaster

Fly on board an immaculately restored seaplane and enjoy stunning views (and photo opportunities) of Sydney Harbour as you fly above the Harbour Bridge and Opera House and view Bondi Beach. On the descent back to Rose Bay your pilot points out the beautiful houses of the rich and famous before gently splashing back down to earth. 15-minute flight. Departs daily. Extend to a 30 min flight for an additional £45. From £130 per person.

This tour grants you exclusive access to areas normally reserved for the stars and their crew.

You will visit the backstage areas of one of the busiest performing arts centres in the world as it prepares for the upcoming performances.

Take up the conductor's baton in the Opera Theatre orchestra pit. Peek inside the dressing rooms of the stars. Breakfast included. Group size: 8. Departs daily 7am. From £98 per person.

Depart Sydney for Australia's premium wine region. Wildlife spotting in spectacular scenery along the way including morning tea.

Enjoy a delicious lunch (included) served in the heart of the vineyards. The Hunter Valley has many great wineries with their own style and we'll visit two more today including guided walks through the vineyards. Departs daily September – March. April-August: Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Group size: 14. From £155 per person.

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NEW SOUTH WALES Touring

2 DAY BLUE MOUNTAINS 4WD TOUR

2 DAY WINE AND DOLPHINS TOUR

Small group backcountry sightseeing and touring in the breathtaking Blue Mountains. See kangaroos, koalas, waterfalls, the Three Sisters and hidden canyons. Travel in air conditioned, luxury All Terrain vehicles seating 6-18 passengers. Enjoy a full commentary with an expert driver/guide. Stay overnight in the Blue Mountains at either Lilianfels Spa Resort (5 Star) or Mountain Heritage Hotel (4 Star). Includes morning tea in the bush as well as a superb lunch (Day 1) and full breakfast (Day 2).

Departs daily. Prices from £379 per person.

Enjoy a guided tour of the Hunter Valley with a superb lunch and wine tasting. Relax at your hotel (Peppers Guest House 5 star or Hunter Valley Resort 4 star) or stroll through the vineyards in the evening. On the second day visit Port Stephens with a 4WD tour of the sand dunes and beach, a lunch overlooking the marina and a dolphin watch cruise.

Return to Sydney to complete the tour. Includes 2 lunches. Departs Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Prices from £440 per person.

5 DAY BLUE MOUNTAINS, WINE AND DOLPHINS SELF DRIVE Includes • 4 nights 4 or 5-star hotel accommodation • Avis group B car hire for 5 days Day 1 Sydney to the Blue Mountains 63 miles 1½ hours Drive to Katoomba in the Blue Mountains. Enjoy spectacular views and perhaps a walk along one of the signposted tracks. Overnight for 2 nights: Blue Mountains. Standard: Mountain Heritage Hotel. Superior: Lilianfels Day 2 Blue Mountains Full day to enjoy the scenery.

Day 3 Blue Mountains to the Hunter Valley 150 miles 3 hours Drive north to the wine-producing Hunter Valley region. Visit some vineyards

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for wine tasting or an idyllic lunch. Stay 1 night Hunter Valley. Standard: Hunter Valley Resort. Superior: Peppers Guest House Day 4 Hunter Valley to Port Stephens 61 miles 1¼ hours Drive east to the coast and Port Stephens. Stroll along the beach, have lunch overlooking the marina and take a cruise to see dolphins in the bay. Stay 1 night Port Stephens. Standard: Ibis Salamander. Superior: Peppers Anchorage Day 5 Port Stephens to Sydney 128 miles 2½ hours Take the Pacific Highway south to Sydney to complete your trip.

Prices per person from £385 Standard; £519 Superior.

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LILIANFELS BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT & SPA

THE MOUNTAIN HERITAGE RESORT & SPA

Overlooking the World Heritage Listed Blue Mountains, Lilianfels Resort and Spa is a renowned haven of relaxation for its favoured guests. This historic five star, European style country house, set amidst two acres of English style gardens and just a 90 minute drive from Sydney, is a breathtaking escape for romantics, a delight for gourmets and a wonder for lovers of nature. Facilities include a choice of restaurants, bar, swimming pools (indoor/outdoor), spa, gym, sauna, and tennis.

This Blue Mountains retreat offers luxurious accommodation and unrivalled panoramic views over the World Heritage listed Blue Mountains wilderness. Located just a few minutes stroll down a winding, leafy avenue from Katoomba; the main town for the Blue Mountains, this fresh and elegant property captures to perfection the romance and charm of yesteryear while providing all the luxuries of today. Facilities include an outdoor pool, a restaurant, bar, library, gym and spa.

Offer Receive free breakfast when staying 3 nights or more. Year round.

Offer Receive a 10% discount when staying 3 nights or more.

Prices from £116 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £69 per person per night, based on room only.

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THE BYRON AT BYRON BAY RESORT & SPA

HUNTER VALLEY RESORT

Set within a stunning 45 acre lush rainforest, The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa is designed to stir the senses. The magnificent main building represents the heart of the resort and overlooks the rainforest canopy, allowing you to relax and enjoy the stunning outdoor surrounds. Just 5 minutes south of Byron Bay and a short walk to the spectacular beach.

Accommodation is in one bedroom suites. Facilities include a restaurant, pool, kids pool, spa, sauna, gym, tennis and bike hire.

The Hunter Valley Resort is located on 70 secluded acres, an easy 2 hours drive north of Sydney, and offers the complete Wine Country Experience. Facilities include a pool, an all day restaurant offering fabulous food, their own great wines from the Wine Tasting Cellars, a brewery, Segway and horseriding tours, massage centre, and the Hunter Wine Theatre where guests can see how the wine is produced. All of this heaven is nestled within its own 45 year old vineyards.

Offer Free breakfast for 3 night stays. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Free entry to the wine theatre and a vineyard tour with winetasting.

Prices from £105 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £73 per person per night, based on room only.

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EAST COAST Self Drive

Coffs Harbour

6 DAY SYDNEY TO BRISBANE SELF-DRIVE Experience wonderful scenery on

to Coffs Harbour. This is a popular beachside resort with a backdrop of high mountains, lush rainforests and steep banana plantations. Coffs Harbour features a superb marina – a great place to relax and take in the scenery.

Standard: Breakfree Akrura. Superior: Breakfree Akura (Paradise Bure)

this 6-day self drive tour that combines wine tasting, dolphin watching, beach strolls and so much more. This Pacific Coast drive is one of the best self-drive

Day 4 Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay 150 miles 3 hours. Drive through the most beautiful scenery in New South Wales. Follow the coast road through the pretty resort town of Lennox Head, to reach Byron Bay. This is the perfect place to chill out with white sands, crystal waters and world-renowned surf. Standard: Lord Byron Resort. Superior: The Byron at Byron

routes in Australia.

Includes • 5 nights hotel accommodation • Avis group B car hire for 6 days

Day 1 Sydney to The Hunter QUEENSLAND Brisbane Valley 99 miles Gold Coast 2½ hours.

Byron Bay Head north NEW SOUTH across the Coffs Harbour WALES Sydney Harbour Bridge Hunter Valley and the Port Stephens northern Sydney suburbs of Sydney before emerging into countryside. Exit at Cessnock and you’ll find yourself in the middle of the Hunter Valley vineyards. Standard: Hunter Valley Resort. Superior: Peppers Guest House

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Byron Bay

Day 2 Hunter Valley to Port Stephens 76 miles 1½ hours. Head northeast to the coast.

Port Stephens is set in a charming horseshoe bay with calm waters. Here you could join a dolphin cruise. Standard: Ibis Style Salamander Shores (inc.Breakfast). Superior: Anchorage Port Stephens Day 3 Port Stephens to Coffs Harbour 280 miles 6 hours. Depart Port Stephens and take the Pacific Highway north. Drive via the stunning beaches of Taree and Port Macquarie

Day 5 Byron Bay to the Gold Coast 42 miles 1 hour. Just a short drive north to the Gold Coast. Visit one of the many theme parks that the Gold Coast is famous for, or relax on one of a wide choice of beaches. Standard: Vibe Surfers Paradise. Superior: Sofitel Broadbeach Day 6 Gold Coast to Brisbane 62miles 1½ hours. Continue your drive to Brisbane where you complete your journey. You can drop the car off at the airport or in the downtown Brisbane office.

Prices per person: Standard from £420; Superior from £570.

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EAST COAST Coach Touring

Byron Bay

Fraser Island

12 DAY EAST COAST TROPICAL DISCOVERY FULLY ESCORTED TOUR This AAT Kings Guided Holiday will let you fully explore Queensland and immerse yourself in its landscape, history and culture.

Your Tour Director will provide the commentary, stories and insights that will bring each destination you visit to life, whilst also taking care of absolutely everything creating a stress-free holiday.

Tour departure dates on request.

Note: airfares are not included.

Price includes • All sightseeing, excursions and entrance fees as shown • An experienced, professional Tour Director and Tour Driver • 11 nights accommodation • 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 5 dinners • Spacious, luxurious coaches

Day 1 Sydney - Coffs Harbour Depart Sydney north along the scenic coastline. Stop at Port Macquarie on our way to the resort town of Coffs Harbour. Tonight enjoy a welcome drink

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and dinner with your Tour Director. Hotel:

Barrier Reef. Hotel: Daydream Island Resort &

Novotel Pacific Bay Resort, Coffs Harbour.

Spa, Ocean Balcony Rooms, 2 nights.

Day 2 Byron Bay - Gold Coast Journey to the Cape Byron Lighthouse. Stop in Byron Bay for lunch (own expense) before you follow the lush Tweed River Valley to the famous Gold Coast. Hotel: Vibe Hotel, Gold Coast.

Day 8 Free time on Daydream Island A day at leisure to explore Daydream Island.

Day 3 Gold Coast - Noosa Travel on to Brisbane for a tour then visit Australia Zoo. Arrive at Noosa on the Sunshine Coast. Hotel: French Quarter Resort, Noosa, 2 nights.

Day 4 Free Time in Noosa Take time out to discover Noosa for yourself.

Day 5 Fraser Island - Hervey Bay Explore the wonders of World Heritage listed Fraser Island on a 4WD tour. Visit Lake McKenzie, ringed with magnificent white sandy beaches. Enjoy a delicious BBQ before a ferry to the mainland for an overnight stay at Hervey Bay. Hotel: Mantra Hervey Bay, Hervey Bay. Day 6 Hervey Bay - Rockhampton Journey to the beef capital of Australia. En route, stop at Langmorn cattle station. Enjoy afternoon tea at a restored ‘Queenslander’ built in 1873.

Continue to Rockhampton, on the Fitzroy River. Hotel: Travelodge, Rockhampton.

Day 7 Rockhampton - Daydream Island Travel north to Airlie Beach, a gateway to the Whitsunday Islands. Ferry across to Daydream Island in the heart of the spectacular Great

Day 9 Daydream Island - Mission Beach Journey further into North Queensland. Stop in Townsville, overlooking Magnetic Island. Spend tonight at Mission Beach. Hotel: Castaways Resort & Spa, Mission Beach.

Day 10 Mission Beach - Cairns Climb the Atherton Tablelands, where lush rainforests, waterfalls and lakes abound. Stop at the MaMu Canopy Boardwalk for an exhilarating view of the rainforest canopy and beyond. Visit Millaa Millaa Falls then on to Cairns. Hotel:

Novotel Oasis Cairns, Cairns, 2 nights.

Day 11 Great Barrier Reef Join a high speed catamaran out to the Great Barrier Reef. View spectacular coral and tropical fish from the underwater observatory and the semisubmersible craft. Chance to go snorkelling (equipment provided). Enjoy a lunch then return to Cairns for a farewell dinner.

Day 12: Depart Cairns Your tour concludes today after breakfast.

Prices per person from: £2425 twin share.

Offer receive up to 10% off by booking in advance. Ask for details.

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MELBOURNE 4 DAY MELBOURNE HOT DEAL Includes • 3 or 4½-star hotels • City Tour and River Cruise • Great Ocean Road Tour • Private airport transfers Day 1 Arrive Melbourne Met on arrival and privately transferred to your chosen hotel (see prices below).

Day 2 City Tour and River Cruise A tour capturing the essence of Melbourne, a scenic cruise on the Yarra River, a comprehensive look at the highlights of Melbourne and a visit to the cultural icons of St Kilda and the Brighton Beach bathing boxes.

Day 3 The Great Ocean Road One of the world’s great coastal drives, with its dramatic scenery. Golden beaches, majestic monoliths rising out of the sea, giant cliffs and lush rainforests. Hear the legends of the shipwreck coast on this guided day tour.

Day 4 Depart Melbourne Time at leisure before your private car transfer to the airport.

Prices per person, based on twin share: 3-star Travelodge Southbank from £299 4½-star Crown Promenade from £349

Melbourne is renowned as being one of the world’s most liveable cities, and

Carlton Gardens

relishes its reputation as Australia’s most

Royal Exhibition Building

stylish and cosmopolitan centre. Beyond Melbourne lies the vineyards of the Yarra

Old Melbourne Gaol

Queen Victoria Market

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State Library and National Museum

Valley and the spectacular Great Ocean Road. One of Australia’s greatest sights.

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East Melbourne Chinatown

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Spring (September to November) is fresh and invigorating, and Autumn is a superb time to visit with the changing leaves and moderating temperatures. Winter (June to August) can be cold – alpine snowfields are three hours from Melbourne by car.

Melbourne Aquarium Melbourne Exhibition Centre

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South Melbourne Royal Botanic Gardens

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MELBOURNE Hotels

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TRAVELODGE SOUTHBANK

CLARION SUITES GATEWAY

The Travelodge Southbank offers value for money and a great location, on the banks of the Yarra River. Located on the Southbank it offers easy access to the sights of the city. Guest rooms feature a queen-sized double bed or twin beds and a sofa which can convert into a bed.

Families with 2 adults and 2 children can be accommodated in one room. Rooms include a kitchenette. Facilities include a breakfast restaurant and lounge.

This apartment-style, fully refurbished property is located just across the river from the vibrant Southbank area, and within walking distance to the Crown Entertainment Complex as well as the sights of the city.

Accommodation is in stylish, fully-serviced studios and 1 and 2 bedroom suites (with kitchen). Ideal for couples or families. Most have private balconies and either city or river views. Facilities include an indoor heated pool, sun deck, bar and café and off-site gym.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Free breakfast and room upgrade when staying 3 nights.

Prices from £58 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £70 per person per night, based on room only.

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RADISSON ON FLAGSTAFF GARDENS

CROWN PROMENADE

Located directly opposite the Flagstaff Gardens, the hotel is a short walk from the city's many attractions and very close to the popular Queen Victoria Market. This fully refurbished 4 star hotel offers comfortable standard rooms as well as Premium Park view rooms which occupy higher floors with views of the Gardens. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and a spectacular rooftop gym with superb city views. Hotel guests can ride the Free City Tram to the Melbourne Docklands precinct.

The Crown Promenade is a luxury property which is directly linked to the Crown Casino Complex, and is located along the banks of the vibrant Southbank area in the heart of the city. Crown Promenade offers stylish rooms which are 34sqm and have floor to ceiling windows, offering either city or river views. Facilities include a 25 metre infinity spa pool with views of the city, spa, gym, restaurant and bar.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 3 nights for the price of 2. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £70 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £79 per person per night, based on room only.

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MELBOURNE Day Tours

YARRA VALLEY WINERY TOUR

PENGUINS, KOALAS AND WILDLIFE TOUR

Expert guides guarantee a social, entertaining and educational day out on this specialised Yarra Valley Wine Experience, departing daily from Melbourne. Enjoy a personalised tour in the company of an average number of 12 -20 people (max. 24) in a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle.

Includes cellar door tasting, an a la carte lunch at Balgownie Estate with marvellous views and a private tour of Domaine Chandon. Full day tour.

Prices from £70 per person.

This fascinating experience gives you a glimpse of rural Victoria so close to the city, before a visit to the Koala Conservation Centre. Then to Philip Island for the world famous Penguin Parade. Each evening at dusk Little Penguins arrive in groups on the beach. See them waddle their way into the dunes where their burrow nests are situated. We have access to the less populated boardwalks for close contact with the penguins. Full day small group tour. Departs daily. Prices from £150 per person.

THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD ADVENTURE

CITY TOUR AND RIVER CRUISE

Discover the breath-taking coastline as you travel one of the world's most scenic roads through an extended area that includes the world-famous Twelve Apostles, the Otways rainforest, Bells Beach on the Surf Coast, and the Great Ocean Road itself. Experience resort towns like Torquay, Lorne and Apollo Bay, the coastal cities of Geelong and Warrnambool, and the historic villages of Queenscliff, Port Campbell, Port Fairy and Portland. Full day small group tour. Departs Mondays and Fridays.

Lunch included. Prices from £150 per person.

A tour capturing the essence of Melbourne, a scenic cruise on the Yarra River with spectacular views, a comprehensive look at the highlights of Melbourne and a visit to the cultural icons of St Kilda and the Brighton Beach bathing boxes. View the contrasting scenery of Melbourne that has made it one of the “Most Liveable Cities in the World”. Departs daily at 1pm for a half day tour. Prices from £50 per person.

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GREAT OCEAN ROAD Self Drive

4 DAY GREAT OCEAN ROAD SELF-DRIVE

The coastal route between Adelaide and Melbourne visits some of Australia’s

Price includes • Avis Group B car hire for 4 days • 3 nights hotel accommodation • Breakfast daily (Superior category only)

Adelaide

best beaches, rainforests, wonderfully rugged ranges and great wine regions. This spectacular 4 day self drive takes you along the The Great Ocean Road, visiting

Day 1 Melbourne to Apollo Bay 118 miles 2½ hours. Follow the shores of Port Phillip Bay to Torquay, considered to be the start of the famous Great Ocean Road. Relax in the surfing capital of Australia before continuing to Apollo Bay for your first night. Standard: Comfort Inn International. Superior: Captain’s at the Bay

the famous Twelve Apostles, majestic monoliths rising from the sea. Then across the border to South Australia to visit the beautiful Coorong National Park.

Day 2 Apollo Bay to Port Fairy 125 miles 2½ hours. Travel along the Great Ocean Road to Port Campbell, amidst spectacular coastal scenery. See the highlights of the ‘Shipwreck Coast’ such as Loch Ard Gorge and the impressive Twelve Apostles. Continue to Port Fairy via Warrnambool. Standard: Comfort Inn

Robe

Melbourne Port Fairy Apollo Bay

Break the journey here before you arrive in the historic town of Robe. Standard: Robe Motel.

Superior: Robe House Day 4 Robe to Adelaide 210 miles 4½ hours.

Drive via the Coorong National Park before reaching the city of Adelaide to complete your journey.

Port Fairy. Superior: Oscars Waterfront Day 3 Port Fairy to Robe 196 miles 4 hours.

Continue west via Portland to Mount Gambier.

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Prices per person: Standard from £249; Superior from £330.

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ADELAIDE 3 DAY ADELAIDE HOT DEAL Includes • 3½ or 4½-star hotels • Kangaroo Island day tour (fly/fly) • Private airport transfers

Remarkable Rocks, Kangaroo Island

Day 1 Arrive Adelaide Met on arrival and privately transferred to your chosen hotel (see prices below).

Day 2 Kangaroo Island Tour (fly/fly) Visit unique Seal Bay where you’ll get up close to nature as the wild Australian Sea-lions frolic and laze about on the stunning beach. Enjoy lunch in an Australian bush setting, followed by a walk around Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch in the Flinders Chase National Park.

Day 3 Depart Adelaide Time at leisure before your private car transfer to the airport.

Prices per person, based on twin share from: 3½-star Mercure Grosvenor £499 4½-star Crown Plaza £549

Adelaide, the capital of South Australia, is set beside the Torrens River between the ADELAIDE

Adelaide Hills and the Gulf of St Vincent.

The city centre is laid out on a square mile grid of wide streets with gracious colonial architecture surrounded by 930 hectares of delightful parkland.

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When to go Adelaide’s climate is often described as Mediterranean – mild winters and warm to hot summers. The warmest months are December to February with maximum temperatures of 28˚C. Although temperatures in the outback can reach 40˚C. Spring (September to November) and Autumn (March to May) bring pleasant mild days with temperatures around 20-25˚C. Winter from June to August see the most rainfall and temperatures around a 15˚C maximum.

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Central Market

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ADELAIDE Hotels

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MERCURE GROSVENOR HOTEL ADELAIDE

CROWN PLAZA ADELAIDE

Good value for money hotel, located in the heart of the city, on bustling North Terrace. The recently refurbished Mercure Grosvenor Hotel is an historic hotel and the perfect base to explore Adelaide city and its surrounds. Just a short walk to the Festival Centre, Casino, free city tram and the main shopping area of Rundle Mall. The Botanical Gardens are within an easy stroll. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and café.

Set within the heart of Adelaide, on Hindmarsh Square, facing the gardens in a quiet location. Easy walk to the main sights of the city and the museums, galleries and shops at Rundle Mall. The stunning Botanic Gardens are just a short walk away. Spacious and comfortable rooms have good views and the latest amenities. The hotel facilities include a restaurant, bar, an indoor pool, gym, sauna and spa.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 3 nights for the price of 2. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £43 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £64 per person per night, based on room only.

ADELAIDE DayTours

THE BAROSSA VALLEY WINE TOUR

KANGAROO ISLAND DAY TOUR (FLY/FLY)

The Barossa Valley is Australia’s most internationally acclaimed wine region, highly regarded for producing excellent Shiraz. Featuring premium award winning wines, magnificent stone architecture and boutique wineries, the Barossa Valley is a great getaway destination. On this exciting new tour, enjoy a wonderful gourmet food & wine experience in the beautiful Barossa Valley, whilst touring in a small group (max.20).

Full day tour (lunch included). Departures dates on request. Prices from £157 per person.

Short flight from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island. Met on arrival and begin a small group tour with an experienced and entertaining guide. Walk on a beach full of Sea Lions. Then on to Flinders Chase and the chance to see an abundance of kangaroos and other wildlife. Enjoy spectacular views at Admirals Arch and view a colony of fur seals. Visit Remarkable Rocks before a BBQ lunch in a wonderful setting. In the afternoon see Koalas in the wild before your flight back to Adelaide. Full day tour departing daily. Prices from £279 per person.

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KANGAROO ISLAND Tour

Just a 30 minute flight from Adelaide lies the spectacular Kangaroo Island. Some like to call Kangaroo Island a zoo without fences. Kangaroos, koalas, wallabies, penguins, echidnas and bird life all call the island home. Seal Bay is the only place in Australia where you can walk on the beach amongst a colony of endangered Australian sea lions. Kangaroo Island gives you Australian nature and wildlife at its very best.This is a small group tour with KI Wilderness Tours offering personalised, nature based touring of the highest quality.

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Price includes • Airport transfers and flights from Adelaide • 2 Day of touring as shown • An expert and entertaining guide • Air-conditioned 4WD vehicle • All meals, beer, wine and soft drinks • Kangaroo Island accommodation Day 1 Adelaide to Kangaroo Island Transfer from your Adelaide accommodation to the airport. Short 30 minute flight to Kingscote.

Met on arrival and then off to Seal Bay where you can walk amongst sea-lions on the beach. Journey further south and enjoy a pleasant, easy walk through the bush and come out at the base of KI’s spectacular and vast sand dunes of Little Sahara. Climb the dunes and enjoy stunning views of distant Bays and the serene, rural landscape. Visit the Parndana Wildlife Park. This park was set up as an ‘animal refuge’, where sick, injured, orphaned or unwanted animals could find a home. Marvel at the colours of the Australian Birds here, pat a Koala and feed a Kangaroo! After lunch the north coast beaches of Snellings and Stokes Bay are perfect for a leisurely stroll. Enjoy the sound of waves breaking on the pristine sandy coast, or if the weather allows, go for a swim in some of the

clearest water you will ever experience. Later in the day enjoy a nature walk through the drooping she-oaks of Lathami National Park and observe the kangaroos and wallabies. The first day’s touring concludes with your return to your Island accommodation.

Day 2 Kangaroo Island to Adelaide Drive to Rocky River in the Flinders Chase National Park. Here, kangaroos laze and Cape Barren geese graze. The Chase is home to all our varieties of native animals and birds. On to Admirals Arch, an ancient limestone formation close to the ocean, a perfect haul-out area for an active colony of the New Zealand fur seal. To Remarkable Rocks, via the spectacular coastline where the forces of nature have carved modern sculptures out of the granite.

Following a BBQ lunch in a beautiful bush setting, head for Koala Avenue where Koalas can be seen in the Gum Trees. At Kelly Hill enjoy viewing a large `mob` of Kangaroos. At Vivonne Bay be amazed at the clear turquoise water.

Return to the airport for your flight to Adelaide to conclude the tour.

Prices from £950 per person.

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NORTHERN TERRITORY 3 DAY ULURU (AYERS ROCK) HOT DEAL Includes • 2 nights 3, 4 or 5-star hotels • Return airport transfers • Sunrise tour • Sounds of Silence sunset Dinner

Uluru

Day 1 Arrive Ayers Rock Met on arrival and transferred to your chosen accommodation. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2 Sunrise and Sounds of Silence sunset dinner Up early for a spectacular sunrise over Ayers Rock. Then tour the base of Ayers Rock including a visit to the Mutijulu Waterhole to view ancient cave paintings. Afternoon at leisure before a Sounds of Silence dinner.

Dine in style in desert surroundings as you watch the sun set on Ayers Rock.

Day 3 Depart Ayers Rock Time at leisure before your transfer to the airport.

Kata Tjuṯa

Prices per person, based on twin share from: 3-star Outback Pioneer £369 4-star Desert Gardens £399 5-star Sails in the Desert £449

For many people, the Northern Territory is the very essence of Australia. The vast redgold desert of the Red Centre contrasts with the wetlands that teem with the native wildlife of the Top End. Darwin, the capital,

DARWIN Kakadu National Park

Litchfield National Park

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is the gateway to World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Alice Springs, Australia’s most famous Outback town,

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is in the heart of Central Australia and

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gateway to adventurous activities.

Tennant Creek

When to go Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Alice Springs have desert climates.

Autumn and spring will give you sunny days with cloudless skies and cool, crisp nights. December to February are the hottest months with temperatures reaching 39˚C. The cooler winter months of May to September see temperatures at a more comfortable maximum of 20˚C. Darwin has two seasons; tropical summer during November to April and tropical winter from May to October. It’s warm all year round, but summer is wetter and winter is dry. Winter (May-Oct) is the best time for the top end.

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ALICE SPRINGS Hotels

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CHIFLEY ALICE SPRINGS RESORT

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON

Low rise architecture and lush green lawns contribute to the relaxed atmosphere of this award-winning resort, situated on the banks of the famous Todd River with its magnificent river red gums. Resort facilities include a pool, restaurant, bar, and free onsite parking. The hotel is only a five minute walk from the town's bustling cultural and shopping centre and a convenient pick up point for the many local sightseeing tours.

Set against the MacDonnell Ranges, DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs offers guests the unique opportunity of enjoying a resort style holiday whilst experiencing the spectacular 'Red Centre' and outback. Stay in one of the best hotels that Alice Springs can offer with Alice a 15 minute walk away. Facilities include a restaurant, gym, spa and sauna, heated pool and two floodlight tennis courts.

Offer Offer Receive a 10% discount when staying 3 nights or more.

Offer Receive a 10% discount when staying 3 nights or more.

Prices from £57 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £60 per person per night, based on room only.

ALICE SPRINGS Tours

A TOWN LIKE ALICE TOUR

OUTBACK BALLOONING

This afternoon you'll learn how the town of Alice Springs has evolved into the central hub of the Australian outback. Overflowing with history and heritage, Australia's most famous outback town has a lot of interesting places to see. On this 4-hour tour visit the School of the Air, historic Telegraph Station, Royal Flying Doctor Service, Alice Springs Reptile Centre and finally ANZAC Hill for panoramic views of Alice Springs.

Departs daily. Prices from £58 per person.

You will be collected from your hotel by Outback Ballooning to commence your 30 or 60 Minute Balloon Flight. Once floating gently in the air you will appreciate the vast remoteness of the Australian Outback.

Wildlife, particularly big red kangaroos are seen nearly every day as the balloon crosses spinifex grasses, mulga scrub and cattle stations. Upon completion of this balloon flight you will be offered chilled refreshments.

A$25 insurance payable locally. Departs daily. 60 minute flight price on request. Prices from £169 per person.

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DESERT GARDENS HOTEL

OUTBACK PIONEER HOTEL

Magnificent ghost gums and flowering native shrubs are the setting for this lovely hotel. Desert Gardens Hotel is centrally located to all resort and touring facilities and offers a range of stylish accommodation, from shaded poolside rooms to the magnificent deluxe rooms overlooking the desert. You can relax in the comfort of your own private balcony or courtyard, or unwind in the hotel's refreshing pool, sipping on cocktails from the Bunya bar. Airport transfers included.

The true Outback, pioneering atmosphere that gives guests a taste of traditional Australian hospitality. The Outback Pioneer is set within native landscaped gardens within Ayers Rock Resort. Enjoy a beer and a great meal at the Outdoor Barbecue and swap stories of your days adventures.

Enjoy live music on most evenings. Hotel facilities include a pool, restaurant and bar. The centre of Ayers Rock Resort can be reached within a 10-minute free shuttle bus ride. Airport transfers included.

Offer Discounts available for stays of 2 nights or more.

Offer Discounts available for stays of 2 nights or more.

Prices from £120 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £83 per person per night, based on room only.

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SAILS IN THE DESERT

LONGITUDE 131°

In Australia’s Red Centre, the five star Sails in the Desert hotel contrasts Uluru’s raw beauty with a modern luxury brought to life by the mystery, colour and wisdom of the Anangu people. From the Mulgara Gallery, inspired restaurants and Red Ochre Spa to the private comfort of your accommodation, this living cultural landscape accents every facet of Ayers Rock Resort’s premier Sails in the Desert hotel. Facilities include a choice of restaurants, pool and tennis courts.

Standing at the gateway to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Longitude 131° is the closest accommodation to Uluru (Ayers Rock). An intimate fifteen luxury tents, elevated atop rust-red dunes, guests will enjoy the serenity and luxury that each tent affords. As one of only a select number of guests, awake to your own private view of the sun rising over Uluru. All meals, in-suite bar, guided touring and airport transfers included. Minimum stay 2 nights.

Offer Discounts available for stays of 2 nights or more.

Offer Free guided touring included.

Prices from £123 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £650 per person, including all meals.

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AYERS ROCK Touring

Sounds of Silence

Ayers Rock Harley Davidson Ride

Ayers Rock Sunrise Tour

Dine under a million stars at the award winning Sounds of Silence restaurant. Travel out to a private dining setting in the middle of the desert. Enjoy champagne with the sound of a lone didgeridoo filling the air as the sun slowly sets over the Olgas (Kata Tjuta) and Ayers Rock (Uluru). Dine on a gourmet BBQ of Australian delicacies and then sit back as an astronomer takes you on a tour of the clear Southern night skies. From £123 per person.

“Experience the Legend” feel the wind in your hair as Uluru Motorcycle Tours take you for an unforgettable Harley Davidson ride. They offer many varied rides but their Sunset ride with a glass of champagne is a must. They provide helmets, jackets and gloves if required. The sunset tour departs from Ayers Rock Resort an hour before sunset and lasts around 90 mins.

Covers approximately 30 miles. From £125 per person.

As you travel towards Uluru, its vast shape rises from the sand dunes at early dawn. Your guide will take you to a location to watch the sun rise over the monolith. Learn the Creation stories of Liru (poisonous snake) and Kuniya (python) and hear about the Mala people.

After breakfast visit Mutijulu Waterhole and then drive around the base of Uluru. Small group tour. Includes an Outback picnic breakfast. From £80 per person.

3 DAY ULURU AND KINGS CANYON COACH TOUR Includes • 2 nights accommodation with breakfast daily • Touring as shown (with AAT Kings) Day 1 Arrive Ayers Rock – Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) On arrival at Ayers Rock Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. The afternoon is spent touring Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), including a walk at Walpa Gorge. Travel to the sunset viewing area to enjoy complimentary wine and canapés and watch the effect of the setting sun on the colour of Uluru. Hotel: Outback Pioneer Budget Rooms (Budget), Outback Pioneer Hotel (Standard), Desert Gardens Hotel (Superior) or Sails in the Desert (First Class)

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Day 2 Ayers Rock – Kings Canyon Rise early to watch the sun light up Uluru, and a base tour. Visit the Uluru – Kata Tjuta Cultural Centre to see locally-made crafts. This afternoon travel to Kings Canyon Resort. Hotel: Kings Canyon Lodge (Budget), Standard Rooms (Standard and Superior), Wilderness Lodge (Superior + Wilderness or First Class + Wilderness) or Deluxe Spa Rooms (First Class), Kings Canyon.

Day 3 Kings Canyon – Ayers Rock or Alice Springs This morning join your guide for the rocky climb to the canyon rim for superb views of Watarrka National Park. Travel back to Ayers Rock Resort or on to Alice.

Prices per person from £495, based on twin share.

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DARWIN Hotels

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MANTRA ON THE ESPLANADE

SKYCITY DARWIN

On the Esplanade overlooking Darwin Harbour, the recently refurbished Mantra on the Esplanade offers hotel rooms and one and two-bedroom apartments within walking distance of Darwin’s attractions. The spacious and comfortable apartments have large private balconies, full kitchens and laundry facilities. Hotel facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a spa, a licensed restaurant and a lounge bar with superb harbour views.

Nestled on 30 acres of tropical gardens fringed by the blue Arafura Sea, Skycity’s centrally located resort offers stunning accommodation and dining options, teamed with a world class entertainment complex. Relax in one of the 120 stylish hotel or 32 resort rooms, swim in the infinity edged pool or lagoon pool, enjoy five distinctive dining experiences, indulge in spa treatments, and relax on the beautiful private beach.

Offer Free breakfast when staying 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer Receive a 10% discount when staying 3 nights or more.

Prices from £53 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £56 per person per night, based on room only.

DARWIN Day Tours

KAKADU & YELLOW WATERS WILDLIFE CRUISE

LITCHFIELD NATIONAL PARK TOUR

World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park covers some 12,500 square miles. Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre and gain an insight into the cultural and historical significance the park holds for its traditional owners, before joining a guided cruise along Kakadu’s most famous wetland area, Yellow Waters billabong. Departs daily. 13 hours in duration. Prices from £135 per person.

Visit the main falls of Litchfield National Park. View Florence Falls from a high vantage point before making your way down the stairs to the plunge pool below. Visit Tolmer Falls for a magnificent view of the water cascading down to the deep waterhole below. We venture to Wangi Falls for another opportunity for a swim in the large crystal clear pool and an optional steady climb through the monsoon vine forest to the top of the falls. 11 hours duration. Prices from £92 per person.

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KAKADU Touring

Nourlangie Rock

3 DAY KAKADU AND KATHERINE GORGE INDEPENDENT TOUR

5 DAY KAKADU, ARNHEM LAND & COBOURG PENINSULA SMALL GROUP TOUR

Includes • 2 nights accommodation • Breakfast and two lunches • Touring as shown (with AAT Kings)

Includes • 4 nights accommodation • All meals • Small group touring as shown (with Venture North)

Day 1 Darwin – Kakadu National Park Cruise on the Adelaide River, home to over 1,600 crocodiles, on the Jumping Crocodile cruise. See these prehistoric creatures up-close as your guide entices them to leap out of the water. Then travel into Kakadu National Park, home to a myriad of animals, hundreds of bird species and thousands of different insects and plants. Stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre then continue to Ubirr, to climb up through the ancient Aboriginal rock art galleries to the lookout for views over the surrounding wetlands. Hotel Aurora Kakadu.

Day 1 Depart Darwin. En route join a morning cruise on the Corroboree Billabong with the opportunity to view birdlife and salt water crocodiles.

Enter Kakadu and arrive at Barramundi Gorge. Enjoy a scenic walk to Barramundi Falls. Chance to swim or snorkel in the plunge pool. Visit Nawurlandja Lookout for views of the sun setting across Nourlangie Rock. Overnight: Anbinik Kakadu Resort (bush bungalows)

Day 2 Kakadu National Park – Katherine Wander the Nourlangie rock art site for the opportunity to see many different forms of Aboriginal rock art paintings. Later, join your local guide for a cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong, Kakadu’s most famous wetland. The picturesque yellow waters are home to thousands of saltwater crocodiles and up to 60 species of colourful birdlife. This afternoon travel to Katherine. Hotel: Ibis Styles, Katherine.

Day 3 Katherine – Farewell from Darwin Enjoy an early morning cruise through Katherine Gorge, a stunning network of thirteen sandstone gorges home to many rapids and falls. Cruise among freshwater crocodiles, birdlife and amazing scenery. Afterwards proceed to the Nitmiluk Visitor Centre for breakfast. Next stop is Leliyn (Edith Falls). The paperbark and pandanus fringed natural pool at the base of the falls is suitable for swimming most of the year (conditions permitting). Return to Darwin via Pine Creek, an historic gold mining town.

Prices from £605 per person.

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Day 2 Cross into Arnhem Land for a scenic drive to Gunbalanya Aboriginal community. Watch traditional local artists then be shown around the art sites. Journey on to the Cobourg Peninsula. Arrive at Venture North's camp. Overnight: Cobourg Coastal Camp for 3 nights Day 3 Explore NT’s largest Marine Park by boat. Cobourg is abundant in some amazing marine life. Visit the Victoria Settlement ruins. Return to camp this afternoon. Tonight enjoy a freshly caught seafood dinner.

Day 4 Explore the eastern side of Cobourg by 4WD. Explore exposed coral reefs and rock pools which are home to a variety of marine life. Visit the Park’s Cultural and Information Centre before returning to camp.

Day 5 Depart Cobourg early and travel back to Kakadu. Enjoy lunch by the banks of the East Alligator River. Then visit Ubirr Rock for some of Kakadu’s best Aboriginal rock art and some spectacular views. En route to Darwin visit the Mamukala wetlands, a haven for thousands of native birds and reptiles. Arrive back in Darwin at around 7pm.

Prices from £1699 per person.

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PERTH 4 DAY PERTH HOT DEAL Includes • 3 nights 3 or 5-star hotels • Perth, Fremantle and Swan River Tour • Return airport transfers Day 1 Arrive Perth Met on arrival and transferred to your chosen hotel. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2 Perth, Fremantle and Swan River tour Begin at the Kings Park botanical gardens with a walk through the tree's canopies on the Tree Top Walkway giving you a birdseye view of Perth. Continue to one of Perth's best beaches Cottesloe Beach before arriving at the historic port town of Fremantle. Time is allowed to walk down the main street, enjoy a coffee or shop at the markets (Fri, Sat & Sun only). Then join a Swan River Cruise back to Perth with Captain Cook Cruises. Enjoy a Western Australian wine tasting whilst cruising with arrival at Barrack Street Jetty at approximately 12.30pm.

Day 3 At leisure Time at leisure, or we can pre-book a day trip to The Pinnacles. See page 42 for details.

Day 4 Depart Perth Time at leisure before transfer to the airport.

Prices per person, based on twin share from: 3-star Goodearth Hotel £269 5-star The Duxton Hotel £399

Western Australia is the largest state,

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When to go Perth has four seasons, with an average termperature of around 30˚C in summer (January to March) and around 18˚C in winter (June to August). January to March are the hottest months with temperatures rising as high as 40˚C. Broome in the north-west offers warm sunny days and balmy nights.

There are two seasons; the cooler months of April to October bring rainless balmy days while November to March bask in higher temperatures and monsoonal rains.

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PERTH Hotels

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GOODEARTH HOTEL

MANTRA ON HAY

Located on Adelaide Terrace, the Goodearth Hotel is a full service, apartment-style Hotel. This value for money property is just a short stroll from the centre of Perth and offers a diverse range of accommodation options with 180 well appointed and spacious rooms which include; studio apartments, one bedroom apartments, multi-share rooms and two bedroom apartments. Ideal for families or couples. Facilities include a restaurant, bar and car parking.

One of Perth's newest hotels, located centrally on Hay Street, Mantra on Hay offers 152 one and two-bedroom apartments. All apartments have large private balconies, some overlooking the famous Swan River. The apartments include a full kitchen. One of the attractions of the property is the unique indoor rooftop swimming pool which offers spectacular views of Perth City. Walking distance to the shops and restaurants of Perth city centre. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, gym and parking.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Free breakfast when staying 3 nights or more. Year round.

Prices from £47 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £95 per person per night, based on room only.

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THE DUXTON HOTEL

Seashells Apartments Scarborough directly overlooks Scarborough Beach, with each apartment enjoying breathtaking ocean views from their individual and spacious balconies. Watch the sun set slowly over the Indian Ocean. A short stroll away there are plenty of shops to explore, along with beachfront cafes, restaurants, lively bars and nightclubs. Facilities include two outdoor pools, sauna and BBQ.

The Duxton Hotel is within walking distance to the Swan River, Perth's city centre, and the rare luxury of central city parklands and riverside walkways. Perth’s finest shopping is within a few minutes walk from the hotel. Offering well-appointed spacious rooms with good amenities. The hotel's facilities include a restaurant, two bars, fitness centre with sauna and steam room, and an outdoor pool and a spa.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Free upgrade to River View room when staying 3 nights or more.

Prices from £85 per person per night, based on twin share.

Prices from £98 per person per night, based on room only.

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PERTH Day Tours

PERTH CITY AND RIVER CRUISE

THE PINNACLES

Begin the day at the beautiful Kings Park botanical gardens, whilst here you will have time to experience a walk through the tree's canopies on the Tree Top Walkway giving you a birds eye view of Perth's city skyline.

Later, we continue to one of Perth's best beaches, Cottesloe Beach before arriving at the historic port town of Fremantle. Then join a Swan River Cruise back to Perth with Captain Cook Cruises. Onboard, relax enjoy fine Australian wine and superb river scenery. Half day. Departs daily. Prices from £62 per person.

Explore the Pinnacles Desert, an amazing moon-like landscape. Other highlights include off road driving and sand boarding on huge white sand dunes, swimming in the Indian Ocean (weather permitting), hand feeding kangaroos, touching and photographing koalas and viewing native wildflowers. At the amazing Pinnacles Desert your driver guide takes you for an easy paced walk through parts of this fascinating landscape covering some 400 hectares. Later enjoy a sunset journey back to Perth. Departs daily. Prices from £128 per person.

DISCOVER ROTTNEST ISLAND

SWIM WITH THE DOLPHINS

Explore the beauty and tranquility of Rottnest as you relax in the comfort of an air conditioned coach. This 90 minute tour of the island takes you out to some of Rottnest’s most spectacular locations. This tour will provide you with an insight into Rottnest’s cultural and historical heritage, diverse wildlife and fauna and social heritage. Enjoy a stroll along the boardwalk at the majestic look-out point at West End. Full day tour includes lunch at the Rottnest lodge and a Swan River Cruise.

Prices from £112 per person.

Enjoy this morning's "Swim With The Dolphins" experience with Rockingham Wild Encounters. You'll cruise out to the sheltered shallows of Rockingham’s calm, clear bays in search of any of over 200 bottlenose dolphins. They don't do tricks, and you won't feed them - simply spend some time enjoying each other's company. Your tour includes wetsuits, snorkelling gear and a light lunch. While they have enjoyed a 99% success rate with their encounters, please be aware that there are no guarantees or refunds. Prices from £140 per person.

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA Self Drive

Albany Beach

6 DAY BEST OF THE SOUTHWEST SELF-DRIVE

This self-drive explores the picturesque southwest corner

Stirling Range National Park. Stay 2 nights in Albany. Standard: Ibis Styles Albany. Superior:

The Beachhouse at Bayside (with breakfast)

of Western Australia, home to some gorgeous beaches and top quality vineyards. The south of the region features national parks known for towering Karri forests and carpets of wild flowers, in season.

Includes • 5 nights hotel accommodation • Avis group B car for 6 days

Perth Margaret River Pemberton Albany

Day 1 Perth to Albany 260 miles 4½ hours. Head south from Perth, stopping en route at the stunning

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Day 2 Albany at leisure.

Day 3 Albany to Pemberton 149 miles 3 hours.

Visit the Natural Bridge and drive to the top of Mt Clarence for a panoramic view. Don’t miss a visit to the Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk in the Walpole-Normalup National Park near Walpole. Stay 1 night in Pemberton. Standard: Karri Valley Resort. Superior: Karri Valley Resort.

Day 4 Pemberton to Margaret River 86 miles 2 hours. There are 60 boutique Margaret River wineries that welcome visitors for tours and tastings, some with vineyard restaurants serving gourmet food. Stay 2 nights in Margaret River. Standard: Quality Inn Margaret River. Superior: Pullman Resort, Bunker Bay Day 5 Margaret River Full day at leisure to enjoy this beautiful region.

Day 6 Margaret River to Perth 176 miles 3½ hours. Take the Caves Road towards Yallingup and Dunsborough. Return to Perth via the attractive towns of Busselton and Bunbury.

Prices per person: Standard from £384; Superior from £512.

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA Self Drive

The Pinnacles

6 DAY PERTH TO MONKEY MIA SELF DRIVE

This self-drive itinerary covers big distances but does include some unique and fascinating sights. Experience for yourself

Day 2 Pinnacles to Kalbarri 235 miles 4 hours.

The twisting 50-mile path of the Murchison River carves through the rugged gorges of the National Park, providing excellent bushwalks and scenic lookouts. Overnight: Kalbarri Edge Resort

the remarkable Pinnacles Desert, the rugged gorges of Kalbarri and the chance to see wild dolphins at Monkey Mia.

Day 3 Kalbarri to Monkey Mia 250 miles 5 hours. Continue north to Monkey Mia. Overnight for 2 nights: Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort

Includes • 5 nights hotel accommodation • Avis group B car hire for 6 days

Monkey Mia beach

Day 1 Perth to Pinnacles 125 miles 2½ hours.

Monkey Mia Head north to the unique Pinnacles in the Kalbarri Nambung National Park Geraldton the fossilised remains of an ancient rainforest that Pinnacles stretches across the desert landscape.

Perth Cervantes also offers superb beaches.

Overnight: Cervantes Pinnacle Motel

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Day 4 Monkey Mia at leisure With flawless blue skies and sunshine 320 days of the year, Monkey Mia is the ideal untouched Mediterranean-style holiday zone of the Southern Hemisphere for a leisurely getaway, romantic escape or outback adventure. Enjoy getting up close and personal with the dolphins directly in front of the Monkey Mia Dolphin Resort – only a handful of steps from your beach front accommodation. This dolphin interaction is known to be one of the most

reliable meeting places for dolphins in the world. Dolphins have visited every day in the last five years excluding only four times. Enjoy cruising, sailing, snorkelling or 4WD’ing.

Unwind with a beach camel ride, or relax in the resort’s spring hot tub and fully-licensed restaurants.

Day 5 Monkey Mia to Geraldton 270 miles 5½ hours. Head south to the town of Geraldton.

This area is renowned for its beautiful wildflowers (seasonal) and scenic countryside.

Overnight: Best Western Hospitality Inn Day 6 Geraldton to Perth 260 miles 5½ hours. Return to Perth to complete your self drive itinerary.

Note alternatively we can arrange one way car hire with a flight back to Perth. Price and details are available on request.

Prices per person from: £384.

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WESTERN AUSTRALIA Self Drive

Gibb River Road

10 DAY BEST OF THE KIMBERLEY SELF DRIVE

A thrilling ride that picks up the four-wheel-drive track of the Gibb

and Jack’s Waterhole, before arriving at El Questro for a 2 night stay. Overnight: El Questro Wilderness Park, Station Bungalow

River Road. The scenery is magnificent with gorges and waterholes lining the route, and the landscape is framed by rugged mountain ranges.

Includes • 9 nights accommodation • Hertz 4WD car hire for 10 days

Day 1 Broome to Mt Hart Station 283 miles 6 hours. Depart Broome and travel to Windjana Gorge, an area rich in aboriginal culture and abundant wildlife. Visit Tunnel Creek and Lennard Gorge before arriving at Mt Hart Station. Overnight: Mt Hart Wilderness Lodge

Day 4 El Questro Day at leisure. Perhaps soak in the thermal pools of Zebedee Springs, before a walk to Emma Gorge for a swim.

Day 5 El Questro to Kununurra 69 miles 1½ hours. Depart El Questro for the short drive to Kununurra. Overnight: Ibis Styles Kununurra for 2 nights Day 6 Kununurra Full day at leisure. Option to take a scenic flight over the spectacular Bungle Bungles (additional cost).

Day 7 Kununurra to Katherine 323 miles 5½ hours. Depart Kununurra and cross into the Northern Territory. Follow the Victoria River to Katherine. Overnight: Nitmiluk accommodation

Day 2 Mt Hart to Mt Elizabeth Station 150 miles 3½ hours. Visit Manning Gorge, the Barnett Range and cool off in a river gorge before arriving at Mount Elizabeth Station.

Overnight: Mt Elizabeth Station

Day 8 Katherine to Kakadu National Park 190 miles 3½ hours. Enjoy a morning cruise through Katherine Gorge (own cost) before reaching Kakadu at sunset. Overnight: Aurora Kakadu Resort for 2 nights

Day 3 Mt Elizabeth Station to El Questro 190 miles 4½ hours. Another scenery-filled day.

Highlights include the Durack River Crossing

Day 9 Kakadu National Park Full day at leisure to explore this World-Heritage listed area.

The Bungle Bungles

Day 10 Kakadu to Darwin 160 miles 3 hours.

Scenic drive to Darwin to complete your trip.

Prices per person from £1099.

Note A$1200 one-way drop off fee to be paid locally at time of vehicle collection.

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QUEENSLAND 4 DAY PORT DOUGLAS HOT DEAL Includes • 3 nights 3½, 4 or 4½-star hotels • Full day Great Barrier Reef cruise • Private airport transfers from Cairns Day 1 Cairns to Port Douglas Met on arrival at Cairns Airport and transferred to Port Douglas. Check in to your chosen accommodation for a 3 night stay.

Day 2 Great Barrier Reef Cruise Quicksilver’s wave-piercing catamaran takes you to Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef where you can experience the magic that is the Great Barrier Reef.

Choose to dive, snorkel, or stay dry from the comfort of a semisubmersible. Full day tour including lunch, morning and afternoon teas, transfers and snorkelling equipment.

Day 3 At leisure Full day at leisure. See page 49 for suggested day tour ideas.

Day 4 Port Douglas to Cairns Time at leisure before your transfer to the airport.

Prices per person, based on twin share from: 3½-star Villa San Michele £399 4-star Mantra Portsea £439 4½-star Peninsula Boutique Hotel £519

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When to go Cairns in the north is in the tropics. This means it’s warm all year round with daytime temperatures at 29˚C from December to March, and 26˚C from May to August. Tropical downpours occur during December to April but are interspersed with sunshine. Brisbane, in the south of the state, offers an excellent sub-tropical climate. The coolest months are July to August with day temperatures around 21˚C. The hottest time of the year is January to February with daytime highs around 29˚C.

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Gladstone OCEAN Bundaberg Hervey Bay

Glass House Mountains

Fraser Island

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PORT DOUGLAS Hotels

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VILLA SAN MICHELE

THALA BEACH LODGE

Villa San Michele, Port Douglas offers one and two bedroom apartment accommodation right in the centre of Port Douglas. Villa San Michele's central location places boutique shops and award winning restaurants right on your doorstep, and just a short stroll to Four Mile Beach. Villa San Michele apartments have a unique Mediterranean style, and are situated around a courtyard of tropical gardens with two heated saltwater swimming pools, spa and a poolside barbecue.

Thala’s beautifully appointed timber bungalows are secluded among trees and surrounded by tropical beaches. The timber deluxe bungalows sit on high poles at the tree canopy with views either to the ocean or the mountains. Relax on the verandah to spot birds and enjoy the views.

This private nature reserve is set on a headland just a 10 minute drive south from Port Douglas (shuttle bus service). Facilities include a gourmet restaurant, cocktail bar and two free-form swimming pools.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £61 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £85 per person per night, based on room only.

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MANTRA PORTSEA PORT DOUGLAS

PORT DOUGLAS PENINSULA BOUTIQUE HOTEL

The Mantra Portsea is just a couple of minutes stroll to Four Mile Beach and a 15-minute walk to Macrossan Street, Port Douglas’s main street.

Accommodation includes a choice of hotel rooms, one bedroom studios and two bedroom apartments. Of the three swimming pools, the large central lagoon features a swim-up pool bar, with water slide, spas and waterfalls. Enyoy the sights and sounds of the tropics from your courtyard or balcony. Facilities include a spa, gym and tennis.

The Peninsula Boutique Hotel is stunningly positioned on the beachfront at Four Mile Beach and only a one-minute walk from the centre of Port Douglas with it shopping and restaurants. It is an adult escape, as the hotel does not cater for children less than 17 years of age. Relax in the spacious one-bedroom fully air conditioned suites with private balconies/ terrace, consisting of 28 rooms with ocean views and 6 with pool views.

Facilities include a restaurant and bar, pool and Jacuzzi.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £68 per person per night, based on twin share.

Prices from £112 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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NORTHERN BEACHES and CAIRNS Hotels

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KEWARRA BEACH RESORT & SPA

PARADISE ON THE BEACH RESORT

There's nothing like the accommodation at Kewarra Beach Resort & Spa. Located just a 20 minute drive north of Cairns and a few minutes’ drive to Palm Cove. Individual bungalows and spacious suites are discretely situated throughout the 30 acres of lush tropical gardens. Enjoy private beachfront accommodation or tranquil rainforest accommodation in a beautiful relaxed environment. Facilities include two pools (of which one is heated), a cocktail lounge, sundeck and Day Spa.

Conveniently located along palm-fringed Williams Esplanade Palm Cove, Paradise on the Beach is beachfront accommodation just a coconut throw over the promenade to beautiful Palm Cove beach. Choose from spacious studios to two bedroom apartments suitable for a variety of accommodation needs and budgets. All rooms have private shady balconies that overlook the landscaped pool and spa area or towards the ocean. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool and spa.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £86 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £47 per person per night, based on room only.

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PEPPERS BEACH CLUB AND SPA

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, THE MARINA CAIRNS

Overlooking a stunning palm-fringed beach, the award winning Peppers Beach Club & Spa is set in the heart of Palm Cove. Peppers Beach Club offers three swimming pools. Cool off in the unique lagoon swimming pool with swim-up bar and sandy beach or lay back and relax in the formal pool. For a complete escape, retreat to the rainforest serenity rock pool set amongst lush tropical gardens. Facilities include a restaurant, choice of bars, café, gym, tennis and a spa.

Superbly located overlooking the Marina with the range of mountains as a backdrop. This is a luxurious hotel to relax on the terrace and enjoy the views and buzz of the marina activity. The centre of Cairns is a 5 minute stroll away and a waterfront boardwalk offers a choice of bars and restaurants on your doorstep. Well appointed rooms are spacious and offer private balconies or terraces. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, bar, gym, sauna, spa and large outdoor swimming pool and sundeck.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer 10% discount for 5 nights or more. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £90 per person per night, based on twin share.

Prices from £86 per person per night, based on room only.

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FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND Day Tours

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise

Hot Air Balloon Flight

Quicksilver’s wave-piercing catamaran takes you to Agincourt Reef, a magnificent ribbon reef where you can experience the magic that is the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to dive, snorkel or stay dry from the comfort of a Quicksilver semi-sub. Watch the fish feeding from Quicksilver’s unique underwater viewing platform. This full day tour departs daily and includes lunch, morning and afternoon tea, snorkelling equipment and hotel transfers.

From £144 per person.

Experience the fun and unique sensation of being in a hot-air balloon flying gently high above the Atherton Tablelands. View the picturesque landscape at sunrise and enjoy 30 minutes’ flying time. Breathe in the wide-open spaces. Hot Air is Australia’s largest operator of balloon rides, with an impeccable safety record. Departs daily and includes hotel transfers. 60 minute balloon flight price on request. From £120 per person.

Cape Tribulation & Daintree

Daintree Rainforest Walkabout

Kuranda Skyrail & Train

Enjoy a full day exploring the rainforest and amazing landscapes of the Cape Tribulation wilderness area. Includes a visit to Mossman Gorge with a guided walk. Then on to Cape Tribulation and a walk along this world renown beach. After lunch drive through the rainforest to the Alexandra lookout for a spectacular view. Finish the day with a cruise where you may spot a crocodile or two. Departs daily.

From £115 per person.

At Mossman Gorge experience the Kuku Yalanji Dreamtime Walk, a guided rainforest walk along easy tracks, past traditional bark shelters and over cool rainforest streams. Your interpretive Indigenous guides demonstrate traditional plant use, identify bush tucker, share their dreamtime legends, explain the history of cave paintings and provide an enchanting narrative of the rainforest. Cruise the Daintree River and spot crocodiles. Lunch included. From £114 per person.

Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your journey to Kuranda. Be amazed as you glide silently over the rainforest canopy, enjoying two stops along the way. This is a rainforest experience like no other. Stretching over 7 miles above the rainforest. There is plenty of free time in Kuranda to explore before boarding the Kuranda Scenic Rail. Relax as you wind over bridges and through tunnels on this historic journey. Departs daily. From £90 per person.

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Michaelmas Cay Reef Cruise Join your full day cruise to Michaelmas Cay with Ocean Spirit Cruises. You will enjoy four hours at the reef, morning tea on the sail out, lunch, afternoon tea, informative, ecological presentations by qualified Marine Biologists, snorkelling demonstrations and tuition, use of all snorkelling equipment and a glass of Australian sparkling wine or orange juice on the return journey. Departs daily. From £113 per person.

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FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND Hotels

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SILKY OAKS LODGE AND HEALING WATERS SPA

DAINTREE WILDERNESS LODGE

Experience the ancient wonders of the Daintree at Silky Oaks Lodge & Healing Waters Spa, an oasis of elegance and beauty, nestled on the edge of a World Heritage-listed wilderness. Fifty stylish Tree Houses and River Houses each have wide verandahs and spa baths. Only 20 minutes from Port Douglas. Take a relaxing stroll along the lush riverbank or explore the local area by bike, paddle a canoe on the river, or join a guided rainforest walk. .

An intimate lodge offering tranquillity amongst World Heritage rainforest just a 90-minute drive north from Cairns. Bungalows offer complete privacy, with interconnecting boardwalks, en suite bathrooms and a viewing roof to allow you to enjoy the rainforest canopy from within your room. Facilities include an outdoor pool, nature walks, and a restaurant and bar (connected to the rooms by a boardwalk). Car hire (Cairns or Port Douglas) is essential for a stay here.

Offer Free rainforest walk and 1 free shuttle bus to Port Douglas per day.

Offer 10% discount when staying 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £114 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £86 per person per night including breakfast daily.

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ROSE GUMS WILDERNESS RETREAT

CASTAWAYS RESORT & SPA

Located an easy 80 minutes scenic drive from Cairns, and just 2 hours from Port Douglas Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat is an award-winning property set in 230 acres of rainforest in the Atherton Tablelands. Enjoy living in a timber tree house in the cool tropical climate. Explore the walking tracks and be amazed by the abundance of wildlife including over 160 bird species, or just relax on a verandah and enjoy the view.

Car hire recommended.

Castaways Resort & Spa, Mission Beach is your absolute beachfront escape in the tropics. Just short of two hours south of Cairns, Mission Beach, it offers a unique and organic destination far away from the tourism crowds but still offering a wide range of activities. The resort is flawlessly positioned just twenty metres from the white sands of Mission Beach and the Coral Sea. Facilities include two swimming pools, a restaurant and cocktail bar and a spa.

Offer 3 nights for the price of 2. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £90 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £55 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND Self Drive

6 DAY FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND SELF-DRIVE A scenic self drive itinerary that includes the coastline hugging road between Cairns and Port Douglas, offering amazing beach and mountain views, with the Atherton Tablelands, a land of lakes and waterfalls and tropical rainforest. Finishing with some time on the golden sands of

at Hartley’s Crocodile Adventure Park where Cairns you can cruise on a lagoon and see Atherton crocodiles and other Tableland wildlife. Arrive in the laid-back holiday town of Port Douglas, with its Mission Beach backdrop of steep mountain ranges, coastal beaches and headlands. Stay 3 nights.

Port Douglas

Standard: Villa San Michele. Superior: Peninsula Boutique Hotel

Mission Beach.

Includes • 5 nights hotel accommodation • Avis group B car hire for 6 days

Days 2 and 3 Port Douglas Two full days at leisure. Enjoy the spectacular Four Mile Beach, a full day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef (see page 49) or take a short drive north to Mossman Gorge and the Daintree.

Day 1 Cairns to Port Douglas 42 miles 1 hours.

Collect your car from Cairns airport and take the impressive ocean drive along the Cook Highway. There are plenty of great stops to choose from along the way. Call in at the beachside village of Palm Cove. Perhaps stop

Day 4 Port Douglas to Rose Gums, Atherton Tableland 85 miles 2 hours. Head inland to the tropical rainforest of the Atherton Tablelands. Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat is a one-of-a-kind experience that you will remember long after returning home. Stay in your very own treehouse with spectacular

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views. Spend time enjoying one of the many tracks that take you through beautiful rainforest scenery with abundant birdlife.

Standard and Superior: Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat Day 5 Rose Gums to Mission Beach 85 miles 2 hours. Head south and to the coast at Mission Beach. Set on a 14 kilometre white sandy beach, Mission Beach boasts a great variety of activities with over twenty nearby islands, white water rafting and reef trips just to name a few. Mission Beach village is just a short walk along the beach. Standard: Castaways Resort and Spa, Resort room.

Superior: Castaways Resort and Spa, Coral Sea View room Day 6 Mission Beach to Cairns Airport 90 miles 2 hours. Time at leisure before your drive north to Cairns Airport to complete your itinerary.

Prices per person from: Standard £449; Superior £649.

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QUEENSLAND Cruising

CORAL PRINCESS CRUISES There’s no better way to discover the Reef, islands and rainforests of this World Heritage-listed region than aboard a small ship cruise from Cairns. An incredible underwater world hides just beneath the surface and whether you experience the Reef by glass bottom boat, snorkelling or SCUBA diving, it is a mystical

3 Night Cruise Includes a visit to Thetford Reef for an afternoon of snorkelling, glass bottom boat tours, scuba diving and fish feeding. On the second day wake to the sight of towering cliffs and mangroves in the Hinchinbrook Channel.

After a barbecue lunch enjoy a guided rainforest walk and time to relax on the beach.

Your third day includes a visit to Dunk Island with a naturalist. On your last day travel ashore on Fitzroy Island to explore the white sandy beaches and bush walks. After lunch cruise back to Cairns.

Prices from £920 per person.

4 Night Cruise Highlights include a visit to historic Cooktown on your second day. Relax with snorkelling, swimming or a glass bottom boat tour in the afternoon. On day 3 an optional walk to the lookout point on Lizard Island for an amazing view. Afternoon for snorkelling or diving at Ribbon Reef No.9. On the 4th day discover Ribbon Reef No. 3 before a final day cruising the coastline and returning to Cairns.

Prices from £1146 per person.

• We can also offer a 7 night cruise. Price and details on request.

world filled with coral, marine life and vibrantly coloured fish.

Cruises include • All meals, morning and afternoon tea • Use of snorkelling equipment • Guided coral viewing tours • Presentations by marine biologists • Library

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About the cruises Travelling in an intimate group of no more than 50 like-minded guests you will explore well beyond the reach of the busy day tour groups; it really will feel like you have this breathtaking region all to yourself. Savour unhurried snorkelling, SCUBA diving and glass bottom boat tours in the company of a resident Marine Biologist, their expert knowledge ensuring that you gain a full appreciation of the Reef and its colourful marine life. Travelling ashore you will explore pristine tropical islands and wander ancient rainforest trails. Back on board enjoy the stylish facilities, outstanding dining and the attentive service of our all-Australian staff. Choose from four levels of well appointed accommodation; cabins with porthole, stateroom, upper deck stateroom and deluxe stateroom.

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BRISBANE & SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND

Lake McKenzie, Fraser Island

Brisbane is blessed with a near perfect year-round dry tropical climate and plenty of sunshine. Fifty miles south is the Gold Coast where 35 beaches extend for over 40 miles. The Sunshine Coast, featuring the town of Noosa, is a 90 minute drive north of Brisbane. Off the coast is Fraser

Brisbane

Island and an array of tropical islands in 3 DAY BRISBANE HOT DEAL

the The Whitsundays.

When to go Brisbane offers an excellent sub-tropical climate. The coolest months are July and August with day time temperatures around 21˚C. The hottest time of the year is January and February with daytime highs of 29˚C. The Whitsundays enjoys a tropical climate of hot summers, warm winters and bright spring and autumn days. Average daily temperatures range from around 22 - 23˚C in the winter months of June and July, and up to 29 - 30˚C in December and January during the height of summer. Water temperatures remain a welcoming 25˚C most of the year round. The tropical wet season occurs during January to March when days can be steamy and the summer heat is often broken by tropical showers.

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Includes • 2 nights 4 or 5-star hotels • Morning city sights and river cruise • Arrival transfer Day 1 Arrive Brisbane Met on arrival and transferred to your chosen accommodation.

Day 2 Morning city sights and river cruise This morning’s tour provides a great overview of Brisbane and the surrounding suburbs.

Take a relaxing cruise along the Brisbane River through the city centre, with commentary from local experts. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 3 Depart Brisbane Time at leisure before your onward journey.

Prices per person, based on twin share from: 4-star Rendezvous Brisbane Anzac Square £225 5-star Stamford Plaza Brisbane £278

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BRISBANE & SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND Hotels

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RENDEZVOUS BRISBANE ANZAC SQUARE

STAMFORD PLAZA BRISBANE

In the heart of the city overlooking the Anzac Gardens, the Rendezvous is a beautifully restored, landmark building and boasts over 131 beautifully appointed hotel rooms and spacious suite style apartments with kitchenette facilities. It is located a mere 100 metres from the vibrant Queen Street Mall, considered to be the centre of Brisbane shopping and a stroll away from the Treasury Casino and popular South Bank Parklands. Facilities include a restaurant and bar. .

Stamford Plaza Brisbane, one of the city's most recognisable landmarks, comprises 252 luxuriously appointed guestrooms over 22 floors and is nestled between the banks of the Brisbane River and the Botanical Gardens. Every guestroom features stunning views across the Brisbane River and boasts luxurious amenities and decor. It is just minutes from the city centre for shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Facilities include a choice of restaurants and bars, a pool, sauna and fitness centre.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Free breakfast for stays 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £48 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £74 per person per night, based on room only.

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TANGALOOMA WILD DOLPHIN RESORT The highlight of any stay at Tangalooma Island Resort will be the opportunity to interact closely with native wildlife. So beautiful, so accessible, yet you'll feel worlds away; surrounded by crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches and untouched National Parks, Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island is a natural wonderland to be explored. Take a relaxing 75-min cruise across Moreton Bay from Brisbane and arrive on the doorstep of Tangalooma Island Resort, only 50m from the beach. Enjoy the opportunity to interact closely with and hand feed a pod of native bottlenose dolphins (included). You can also enjoy over 75 different tours and activities.

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Tangalooma Island Resort offers 134 modern style units including Deluxe Resort Units and Suites as well as 56 two-storey family villas, 96 hotel rooms and the latest development - Deep Blue 4½ star absolute beachfront luxury apartments. We can arrange your roundtrip transfers from Brisbane.

Offer Receive 3 nights for the price of 2. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £68 person per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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SOUTHERN QUEENSLAND Hotels

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O’REILLYS RAINFOREST RETREAT

SPICERS HIDDEN VALE

Escape to a world of ancient forest, fresh mountain air, crystal clear creeks and breathtaking sunsets only a short drive from the City of Gold Coast. Experience the magic of the subtropical rainforest with 160kms of walking trails, over 500 waterfalls and 250 species of unique Australian wildlife right outside your door. Comfortable accommodation with mountain and rainforest views from your balcony. Facilities include a pool, restaurant, spa and sauna. Great range of daily activities.

Situated on a 10,000 acre working cattle station a 1 hour drive from Brisbane, Spicers Hidden Vale offers an exclusive Outback Australian experience. Stay in boutique hotel accommodation centred around the historic homestead. With everything from bush walking, horse riding and laser shooting, archery, abseiling to massage and beauty treatments.

Facilities include a fine dining restaurant, two stunning outdoor pools, spa, tennis court, mountain bike trails, camp fire pit, animal nursery.

Offer Receive selected activities free when staying 3 nights. Call for details.

Offer Free minibar and 1 hour shooting academy.

Prices from £71 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £92 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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OUTRIGGER LITTLE HASTINGS, NOOSA

PALAZZO VERSACE, GOLD COAST

This village-style resort nestled beside the Noosa National Park is just a 500-metre stroll (or a golf buggy car ride) from the cosmopolitan dining and fashion hub of Hastings Street and famed Laguna Bay. Set on a hillside you’ll enjoy spectacular views across the bay. Beautifully appointed serviced apartments offering either village, national park or Laguna Bay views, all with a kitchenette and outdoor balcony. Facilities include a restaurant and bar, 2 pools, spa, steam room and gym.

The world’s first Versace hotel incorporates 205 classically elegant rooms, 72 neighbouring condominiums and a private marina just a 5 minute drive from Surfers Paradise. The Gold Coasts magnificent waterways, hinterland and white sandy beaches have established it worldwide as a resort destination. Facilities include a choice of restaurants, bar, pool bar, heated indoor pool, spa and steam room. The beach is just a short walk away and the hotel is surrounded by boutiques.

Offer Stay 3 nights and receive an upgrade to National Park View.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £68 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £140 per person per night including breakfast daily.

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FRASER ISLAND 2 DAY FRASER ISLAND DISCOVERY TOUR Fraser Island Discovery offers a Uniquely Australian experience showcasing the very best of the World Heritage Listed Fraser Island in 2 days. Experience the excitement and adventure of the worlds best beach driving and immerse yourself in pristine wilderness as your guide leads you on an epic journey of discovery.

World-Heritage listed Fraser Island stretches over 123 kilometres in length and 22 kilometres at its widest point, it is the largest sand island in the world.

Fraser Island is a place of exceptional beauty, with its long uninterrupted white beaches flanked by strikingly coloured sand cliffs, and over 100 freshwater lakes, all ringed by white sandy beaches.

Ancient rainforests grow in sand along the banks of fast-flowing, crystal-clear creeks. Located 80 miles from Noosa.

Includes • Pick up and drop off from Noosa • Comfortable air-conditioned 4WD vehicles • Tour guide • All meals • 1 night Happy Valley (Timber Cabin en suite) Day 1 Noosa to Fraser Island Highlights include a visit to Tin Can Bay and possibility of dolphin feeding. Morning tea on the beach. A guided rainforest walk through Pile Valley and Central Station Rainforests.

A swim in beautiful Lake McKenzie. A bakery lunch and dinner.

Day 2 Fraser Island to Noosa After breakfast swim in the infamous Eli Creek, visit the Maheno Shipwreck and enjoy a bakery lunch. Later visit the coloured sands and The Pinnacles, a magnificent view from Indian Head and an exhilarating drive along 75 mile beach. Return to Noosa.

Prices from £234 per person, twin share.

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KINGFISHER BAY RESORT Kingfisher Bay Resort nestles among dunes on the edge of the calm waters of the Great Sandy Strait and is a paradise for boating, fishing, swimming, bush walking, and 4WD adventures. There are free, daily nature walks and activities such as bird watching and fishing. Dolphin search cruises operate year round except 1 Aug to 30 Oct when there are daily whale-watch cruises to see humpback whales. There is a choice of restaurants and bars, 4 pools, watersports, tennis and a kids’ pool.

3 DAY KINGFISHER BAY RESORT PACKAGE Includes • Roundtrip transfers from Hervey Bay • 2 nights at Kingfisher Bay Resort with breakfast daily • Full day guided tour of Fraser Island Spend a few days on this unique World-Heritage listed island with so much to see and do. Swim in beautiful Lake McKenzie, enjoy the drive along 75-mile beach. Kingfisher Bay Resort offers a relaxing retreat to sit by the pool or take one of the many nature trails.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £56 per person per night, based on room only.

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Prices from £236 per person, twin share.

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The Whitsundays are made up of 74 islands on the beautiful tropical coast of Queensland.

Right in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, the stunning natural landscapes of coast and islands are dotted with secluded beaches and friendly towns.

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WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS Hotels

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DAYDREAM ISLAND RESORT & SPA

ONE&ONLY HAYMAN ISLAND

Daydream Island Resort & Spa is a dynamic resort in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef offering numerous accommodation styles, each beautifully appointed with balcony views. There is a diverse range of funfilled activities, dining experiences, secluded beaches and stunning rainforest. Facilities include an outdoor cinema, Australia’s premier 19hole themed mini-golf course, direct access to a live coral reef in a unique outdoor aquarium and a world class rejuvenation day spa.

One&Only Hayman Island is Australia's most celebrated private island, beautifully situated in the Great Barrier Reef. Coral reefs, beautiful white beaches and spectacular views combine to make this one of the most beautiful locations in the Whitsunday’s. Hayman offers 106 guest rooms, suites, penthouses and villas. No part of the resort is higher than four storeys and throughout, shady ponds and gentle waterfalls thread their way among beautiful gardens, spacious walkways and open air lanais.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 7 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £95 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £220 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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HERON ISLAND

LADY ELLIOT ISLAND ECO RESORT

Heron Island is located on a coral cay 50 miles north-east of Gladstone.

It is one of Australia's premier dive destinations. Here you can swim straight off the beach into a garden of coral with waters literally teeming with beautifully coloured fish and marine life. Heron Island is also renowned for its abundance of bird life. In June/July and September/October you can sight Humpback Whales, November January you will have the opportunity of watching Green Turtles nesting.

Lady Elliot Island Eco Resort is a coral cay at the southern tip of the Great Barrier Reef and is one of the world's top diving and snorkelling sites. There is a multitude of birdlife, reef fish, live corals and, at certain times of the year, whales and turtles. It has daily flights from Bundaberg or Hervey Bay. Choice of accommodation from Island Suites overlooking a coral lagoon to permanent tent cabins. Located on the beachfront it offers a low-key atmosphere, popular with couples and families alike.

Offer Free boat transfers when staying 5 nights or more. Dates vary.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £127 per person per night, including all meals.

Prices from £155 per person per night, including breakfast and dinner.

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HAMILTON ISLAND

Perfectly situated in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, nestled among the Whitsunday Islands, Hamilton Island offers an experience like no other. Wonderful white sand beaches, coral reefs to snorkel on, a top class golf course and a great choice of bars and restaurants.

GREAT BARRIER REEF EXPERIENCE Full day tour to the Great Barrier Reef.

Available from Hamilton Island. Travel by high speed catamaran to Hardy Reef where the ‘Reefworld’ pontoon is moored. Snorkeling gear is provided free of charge. There are guided snorkelling tours but these are payable for a small charge locally. Includes a semi-submersible for underwater viewing, lunch, presentations by reef experts and free wetsuit usage.

Prices from £113 per person.

Hamilton Island 3 to 5 star Hamilton Island is in the middle of Queensland’s Whitsunday Islands and at the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. There are a wide range of restaurants, activities, shops and regular daily tours to the reef and Whitehaven Beach. Hamilton Island's hotel accommodation is varied from 3-star Palm Bungalows to the 5-star qualia, one of Australia’s most luxurious resorts.

Getting there Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) is the main air hub for the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. The modern airport handles direct flights daily from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Cairns, operated by Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas and Qantaslink. You’ll be met on arrival and transferred to your chosen accommodation.

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WHITEHAVEN BEACH HALF DAY CRUISE Explore the more remote and beautiful bays, islands and beaches to see the very best of the Whitsunday Islands National Park. This guided tour takes you to the spectacular Whitehaven Beach with its gorgeous white sand and warm turquoise waters.

One of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Whitehaven stretches for a spectacular seven kilometres. The sand is almost 100% silica, which gives it the white colour.

Prices from £61 per person.

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HAMILTON ISLAND Hotels

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PALM BUNGALOWS, HAMILTON ISLAND

REEF VIEW HOTEL, HAMILTON ISLAND

Hamilton Island Palm Bungalows are designed for couples and small families holidaying on a budget. Surrounded by tropical landscaped gardens and lush foliage, the freestanding bungalows are simple yet charming, offering seclusion in a convenient location, with the island’s main swimming pool and shops and restaurants of Marina Village just minutes away. Each Bungalow has its own private balcony and hammock.

Guests have access to Hamilton Islands facilities, bars and restaurants.

The Reef View Hotel has many amenities, including a 35m swimming pool, bar and restaurant. Reef View Hotel guests enjoy complimentary use of non-motorised water sports. Choose from a range of rooms and suites with a furnished balcony, internet access and bathroom with separate bath and shower. Garden View rooms have leafy views and ocean glimpses, while each Coral Sea View room has spectacular views over Catseye Beach.

Offer Free breakfast when staying 4 nights or more. Dates vary.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £107 per person per night including breakfast daily.

Prices from £112 per person per night, based on room only.

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BEACH CLUB, HAMILTON ISLAND

QUALIA, HAMILTON ISLAND

Surrounded by landscaped gardens on Catseye Beach, the Beach Club Hamilton Island is a boutique retreat exclusively for adults. Romantic, intimate and perfect for couples, the boutique rooms have a stylish and relaxed beach house vibe. All rooms have a private courtyard or balcony looking onto palm-fringed Catseye Beach. Guests have access to all of Hamilton Island’s facilities but also a Beach-Club guest only infinity pool and restaurant. Note the hotel does not cater for guests under 18.

qualia is nestled neatly into the northern tip of Hamilton Island. Its secluded location and intuitive service makes it a luxurious resort of world-class standards. The two exclusive restaurants within qualia both serve the freshest and finest produce. Each of qualia’s 60 light-filled Pavilions faces the water, surrounded by tropical bushland with uninterrupted and sweeping views from every Pavilion. Private beach for qualia guests. The hotel does not cater for guests under 16.

Offer Receive 5 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Free transfers and free personal buggy use.

Prices from £176 per person per night including breakfast daily.

Prices from from £295 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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TASMANIA

Wineglass Bay

Tasmania is one of the world’s most picturesque islands. If you enjoy rugged mountains, beautiful rolling pastures, dense ancient rainforest and pristine white beaches, then Tasmania is the place for you.

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When to go Tasmania has a temperate, maritime climate with four distinctly different seasons.

Summer temperatures (December to February) average a comfortable 22˚C and in winter (June to August) around 12˚C. Spring and Autumn are warm, but bring extra clothing for the evenings.

Tasmania’s summers are wonderfully long. In the middle of summer there can be up to 15 hours of daylight.

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TASMANIA Hotels

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THE HENRY JONES ART HOTEL, HOBART

TRAVELODGE HOBART

Standing on Hobart's waterfront, a row of historic warehouses have been transformed into an enthralling first-class hotel. Designed by awardwinning architects, the hotel is itself a work of art. You will be fascinated by the unexpected combination of the antique and the ultra modern.

Most suites have opening windows and close harbour views and feature natural timber, air conditioning, original furnishings, special trapeze lighting, a lavish king size bed with exotic covers and ottomans.

The Travelodge Hobart is a 3½ star property with well-appointed rooms and offering value-for-money for couples and families on a budget.

Guest rooms include a kitchenette. It is in a convenient location in the centre of the city and within easy reach of shops, cafes and major tourist and entertainment attractions. Only two minutes walk to Salamanca Place - home to cafes, galleries and restaurants. Facilities include a breakfast lounge, laundry and free parking.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £105 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £48 per person per night, based on room only.

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FREYCINET LODGE

PEPPERS CRADLE MOUNTAIN LODGE

Freycinet Lodge is an award winning, luxury eco lodge located in Freycinet National Park on Tasmania’s east coast, overlooking the endless blue waters of Great Oyster Bay, and with the rugged beauty of The Hazards range as its backdrop. Visitors can spend long, unhurried days discovering white sand beaches, hidden bays, coastal forests and rugged mountains. Visit Wineglass Bay and explore its world famous glittering white beach and crystal clear, turquoise water.

Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge is a unique wilderness experience, set on the edge of a spectacular World Heritage-listed national park, just 2 hours drive from Launceston and 1½ hours from Devonport. Set discreetly within this wilderness setting, there are 90 private timber cabins, offering 4 grades of accommodation. Around the Lodge, there are walking trails that suit every fitness level. You can trek mountains, take to trails on horseback, mountain bike or learn to fly-fish.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £85 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £85 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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Cradle Mountain

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TASMANIA Self Drive

Tamar River

10 DAY BEST OF TASMANIA SELF-DRIVE

The island of Tasmania lies just 150 miles from mainland Australia across the Bass Strait, yet it is a world apart. A land of wild and beautiful landscapes, it is also rich in history and blessed with a rare abundance of food and wine. This self-drive itinerary is a relaxing 10-day tour of the Island’s sublimely picturesque countryside, contrasted with visits to several delightful small and large towns.

Includes • 9 nights hotel accommodation • Avis group B car hire for 10 days

Day 1 Arrive Hobart Arrive in Hobart and collect your rental car. Rest of the day at leisure. If you are in Hobart on a Saturday, visit the Salamanca Markets, where you will find hundreds of stalls displaying arts, crafts, collectables and delicious Tasmanian food.

Standard: Travelodge Hobart. Superior: Henry Jones Art Hotel

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Day 2 Hobart to Strahan 189 miles 4 hours.

Head north west along the Lyell Highway with the River Derwent to your left. Along the way, stop at the historic towns of New Norfolk or Queenstown. Continue to the fishing village of Strahan. Standard: Strahan Village. Superior: Risby Cove Day 3 Strahan to Cradle Mountain 93 miles 2 hours. Travel into Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair National Park. At more than 780 sq miles it offers spectacular alpine scenery and fantastic bushwalking. Home to Mt Ossa, the highest mountain in Tasmania, and Lake St Clair, the deepest natural freshwater lake in Australia. 2 nights in Cradle Mountain.

Standard: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge (Pencil Pine Cabin). Superior: Peppers Cradle Mountain Lodge (Contemporary Spa Cabin).

Both include breakfast Day 4 Cradle Mountain A full day at leisure to explore this spectacular national park.

Day 5 Cradle Mountain to Launceston 94 miles 2 hours. Head east, passing through the towns of Deloraine and Westbury to reach Tasmania’s second city, Launceston for a 2 night stay. Standard: Penny Royal. Superior: Peppers Seaport Day 6 Launceston Full day at leisure. Why not discover the Tamar Wine Valley Route near Launceston where you can sample some wonderful wines, crisp ales and beers, superb seafood and fresh local produce.

Day 7 Launceston to Freycinet National Park

146 miles 2½ hours. A scenic drive through picturesque countryside brings you to Freycinet National Park for a 2 night stay.

Standard: Freycinet Lodge with breakfast.

Superior: Freycinet Lodge with breakfast.

Day 8 Freycinet National Park A day at leisure to enjoy Freycinet National Park, home to spectacular coastal scenery, fishing, boating, bushwalking and swimming. You can walk into the park and climb the mountains for stunning views across the bay and out over the Tasman Sea. Perhaps take a guided walk up to Wineglass Bay lookout, with sweeping views of the Freycinet Peninsula and beyond. Make your way down to the pristine shores of Wineglass Bay beach.

Day 9 Freycinet National Park to Hobart 46 miles 1 hour. Travel south via the Tasman Highway to Hobart. Standard: Travelodge Hobart. Superior: Henry Jones Art Hotel Day 10 Depart Hobart Drop the car off to complete your itinerary.

Prices per person: Standard from £760; Superior from £999.

Launceston Cradle Mountain Strahan

Hobart

Freycinet NP

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Lake Wakatipu

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Mitre Peak

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NEW ZEALAND New Zealand is blessed with spectacularly beautiful landscapes, vast mountain ranges and sweeping coastlines. While rich in experiences for lovers of the great outdoors, New Zealand has something for everyone. Add to this a fascinating heritage of Maori culture, world-class sporting events, a passion for food and wine, and as location for the Lord of the Rings Trilogy and the Hobbit, and you have a beautiful country bursting with holiday possibilities.

Getting there The quickest flight to New Zealand from the UK is 25 hours. Many choose to break the journey with a stopover in the Far East, the Pacific or the USA. The following airlines offer flights to New Zealand; Air New Zealand, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Southern, Emirates, Malaysia Airlines.

Qantas, Royal Brunei, Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways. Most international flights arrive into Auckland Airport on the North Island.

Christchurch, Wellington, Rotorua, Queenstown and Dunedin Airports also receive some international flights. There is a very good network of domestic flights throughout the country.

and inland alpine areas of the South Island can be as cold as -10°C (14°F) in winter, most of the country lies close to the coast, which means mild temperatures. The average temperature decreases as you travel south.

January and February are the warmest months, and July is the coldest month of the year. In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20-30ºC (70-90°F) and in winter between 10-15ºC (50-60°F). Summer (December to February) is moderate to hot, with temperatures hovering around 20-30ºC. Autumn (March to May) temperatures are a little cooler than summer but the weather can be excellent. It can cool off at night more during this season, so make sure you have a warm sweater. Winter (June to August) brings colder weather to much of the country, with snow in the south and rain in the north. Spring (September to November) brings weather of all types - expect everything from cold, frosty, clear days to sunny and hot.

When to go You can visit New Zealand at any time of the year.

Summer and winter temperatures vary by only about 10˚C over most of the country, making New Zealand an ideal holiday destination all year round. New Zealand has four quite distinct seasons. Spring (September to November), Summer (December to February), Autumn (March to May) and Winter (June to August). In summer, there’s plenty of sunshine and activities in and around water including rafting, snorkelling and kayaking. In winter you’ll find snow on the mountains and excellent skiing. While the far north has subtropical weather during summer,

Important to note All visitors to New Zealand must carry a passport that is valid for at least three months beyond the date you intend to leave the country.

UK passport holders do not need a visa to enter New Zealand, if staying less than six months.

NEW ZEALAND AVERAGE MONTHLY TEMPERATURES AND RAINFALL (Temperatures in °Centigrade, Rainfall in millimetres)

Auckland Christchurch

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Jul

Aug

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Oct

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Dec

°C R 23 75 23 42

°C R 24 65 22 39

°C R 22 94 20 54

°C R 20 105 18 54

°C R 17 103 15 56

°C R 15 139 12 66

°C R 15 146 11 79

°C R 15 121 12 69

°C R 16 116 15 47

°C R 18 91 17 53

°C R 20 93 19 44

°C R 22 91 21 49

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CAR HIRE

New Zealand is ideal for selfdrive holidays. Here you will find quiet, well maintained roads that lead you through some of the world’s most spectacular scenery. New

Group A Toyota Yaris manual or similar

Zealanders drive on the left so UK drivers can feel at home. Avis has 38 branches

Prices include • Unlimited mileage • Motor Vehicle Insurance • Vehicle Registration Fee • 24 Hour Emergency roadside assistance • Goods and Service Tax GST • Additional drivers • Loss Damage Waiver. An excess of NZ3450 applies for most car types but can be reduced to NZ$258.75 for a supplement. Full Loss Damage Waiver conditions on request.

throughout New Zealand including at all major commercial airports.

Group B Toyota Corolla Hatchback manual or similar

Group D Ford Mondeo automatic or similar

Group A - Economy B - Compact C - Compact D - Intermediate E - Full Size F - Station Wagon V - Full Size Minivan

Car type (or similar) Toyota Yaris manual Toyota Corolla Hatchback manual Toyota Corolla Hatchback auto Ford Mondeo automatic Holden Commodore automatic Toyota Highlander automatic Hyundai iMax

Inclusive prices (£) from 3-6 days 7-13 days 14-20 days 40 39 37 43 42 39 44 43 40 48 45 44 50 48 47 69 67 65 81 77 75

Repositioning Special Offer So many visitors hire cars to travel north to south. If you rent a vehicle in Christchurch in the south island and drop it off in Auckland in the north island then discounted prices can be offered. Call for details.

General conditions • Prices are calculated on a 24-hour period.

• Drivers must have a full, current driving licence, valid for at least one year.

• A GPS can be pre-booked and paid for locally.

• One way rentals. A one way fee of NZ$57.50 to be paid locally for hires of less than 7 days.

• A charge of NZ$51.75 will apply for hires commencing from or returning to an airport or ferry terminal. Only one charge per agreement.

• Petrol Security Bond. NZ$150 to be paid at the time of rental.

Please note the seating/luggage symbols are for your guidance only.

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MOTORHOMES

Hiring a Maui motorhome allows you the space and freedom to travel at your own pace and combines your transport with accommodation. You can also enjoy the reliability and security of Australasia’s largest rental vehicle operator behind you. Please note that the day of vehicle collection is counted as day one, regardless of pick up time.

Ultima (2-berth) from £60 per day Price includes • Unlimited kilometres • Vehicle liability (can be reduced on payment of a liability reduction fee) • Extra driver fees • Kitchen equipment • Linen and bedding including Linen Exchange service • GPS Sat Nav • Customer care 24 hour, 7 days per week road-service helpline (toll free) • supermarket discount card, NZ map with discounts Prices do not include • One way fees if applicable • Travel insurance • Road user Recovery Fee • LPG Gas bottle • Vehicle Security Deposit (see Insurance and Liability) • Queenstown collection or return incurs an NZ$210 charge • Campground fees • Optional extras such as a picnic table which can be pre-booked • NZ$50 surcharge applies to rentals picking up/dropping off on Public Holidays

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Maui Premium Package (recommended) Inclusions are: • Liability Reduction Option • One-way fee if applicable (this is extra on the non-Maui Premium Package) • Pre-purchase Gas • Picnic table and chairs (chairs per person) • LPG Gas Bottle exchange • MP3 connectivity Insurance and liability All vehicles are insured for the damage to the vehicle or to the property of a Third Party. The hirer is responsible for the first NZ$7,500.

Reduce to zero by paying NZ$45 per day. Premium Package clients have their excess reduced to zero (see Maui Premium Package, above).

• Sleeps 2 • Shower and toilet • Microwave, gas stove and fridge • LCD screen and DVD player • Radio, CD player • Exterior slide out BBQ

Platinum Beach (4-berth) from £70 per day • Sleeps 4 • 2 spacious double beds • Shower and toilet • Gas stove, microwave and fridge • LCD screen and DVD player • Radio, CD player • Front swivel seats • Exterior awning

Rental locations Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown.

Offer Receive a 10% discount when booking at least 120 days in advance of the rental date.

Platinum River (6-berth) from £80 per day • Sleeps 6 • 3 large double beds • Shower and toilet • Gas stove, microwave and fridge • LCD screen and DVD player • Radio, CD player • Exterior awning • Security safe

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16 DAY HIGHLIGHTS OF NEW ZEALAND Coach Tour

Mitre Peak

Grand Pacific Tours is a New Zealand luxury coach holiday specialist offering a range of holidays aimed primarily at the mature age traveller. Here we show an affordable 16 Day Highlights of New Zealand tour

Day 2 Christchurch - Omarama After a city sights tour depart Christchurch and travel to Lake Tekapo. See the brilliant turquoise water and visit The Church of the Good Shepherd. Marvel at the spectacular mountain ranges including Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity is available (time/weather permitting) to enjoy a scenic flight (optional) over the Southern Alps before travelling to Omarama. Hotel: Heritage Gateway Hotel.

with guaranteed departures and the highest quality standard of product.

Price includes • Luxury coach travel with restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows • Professional Coach Captain • Personalised Meet & Greet on arrival • Return airport transfers in New Zealand • 15 nights’ quality hotel accommodation • 4 two night stays • Hotel porterage • 4 cruises • All sightseeing and pre paid attractions • GST (NZ Goods and Services Tax) • Comprehensive documentation pack • 15 breakfasts including one speciality • 13 dinners including 4 speciality • 1 picnic lunch • Sightseeing as shown Day 1 Arrive Christchurch On arrival into Christchurch you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative who will transfer you to your hotel. Hotel: Heartland Hotel Cotswold.

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Day 3 Omarama - Dunedin Depart Omarama and see Lake Benmore, before following the Waitaki River to Oamaru, famous for its limestone. Continue south to Dunedin and enjoy a city sights tour followed by some free time. Scottish themed dinner in the evening.

Hotel: Mercure Leisure Lodge.

Day 4 Dunedin - Te Anau This morning visit Larnach Castle where you hear of the tragic and scandalous history on a guided tour.

After a delightful morning tea travel to Te Anau for your overnight stay. Te Anau Glow Worm Caves evening visit (optional).

Hotel: Distinction Luxmore Hotel (Superior Room).

Day 5 Te Anau - Milford Sound Queenstown Depart Te Anau for Milford Sound where you board your launch for a cruise on this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic lunch. This afternoon travel to Queenstown, overlooking magical Lake Wakatipu. Spend the next two nights at this year round resort which offers a wide range of activities and attractions.

Evening at leisure. Hotel: Mercure Queenstown Resort (2 nights).

Day 6 Queenstown Today is a free day for you to explore Queenstown at leisure. Your Coach Captain is available to assist with the many sightseeing options available.

Day 7 Queenstown - Arrowtown - Franz Josef Travel to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village and visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue via the Haast Pass to the mighty West Coast, an area of stunning beauty. See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel to Fox Glacier.

Time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers before continuing to Franz Josef. Hotel: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Graham Wing).

Day 8 Franz Josef - Arthur’s Pass Christchurch Travel to Hokitika and visit the Greenstone Factory. Continue into Arthur’s Pass and board The TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. View rivers and valleys as you travel through the Waimakariri Basin, over massive viaducts and through the patchwork farmlands of the Canterbury Plains to the elegant city of Christchurch. Hotel: Heartland Hotel Cotswold.

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Lake Taupo

Day 9 Christchurch – Picton - Wellington Travel along the East Coast to Kaikoura.

Enjoy the spectacular scenery as you travel through Marlborough Country, famous for its food and wine. Continue to Picton, where you board the Interislander Ferry for your journey through the Marlborough Sounds and across the Cook Strait to Wellington. Hotel: Ibis Wellington (2 nights).

Franz Josef glacier

Day 10 Wellington Today explore this exciting region and enjoy an extensive city tour which explains the history and culture on show in New Zealand’s capital, Wellington. Explore Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum, with exhibits that embrace both Maori and European views of the land, environment and people.

Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Wellington

Tongariro as you travel to Lake Taupo. Visit the spectacular Huka Falls then travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. Hotel: Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua (2 nights).

Day 12 Rotorua Today begins with a Gondola ride to Cableway Restaurant where a buffet breakfast and spectacular views are on offer. Travel to the Agrodome where you see performing sheep, a shearing display and sheep dog trial. Next visit Paradise Valley Springs, a superb wildlife park where you can hand feed rainbow trout. Some free time is available before travelling to Te Puia to see the boiling mud pools and awesome Geysers that Rotorua is famous for. This evening experience an entertaining Maori Hangi and Concert.

Enjoy a visit and informative talk at the Kauri Museum before continuing to Auckland for a city sights tour. This evening you will be treated to a farewell dinner with your new found friends. Hotel: Copthorne Hotel Auckland City.

Day 16 Depart Auckland Time to say goodbye. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.

Note Itinerary is subject to amendments.

The latest itinerary is available, on request.

A full list of guaranteed departure dates can be provided.

Prices per person from £2399, based on twin share.

Day 13 Rotorua - Auckland - Bay of Islands This morning depart Rotorua and travel north via Auckland. Continue to the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy an introduction to the Bay of Islands, location of the signing of the treaty between the Maori tribes and the British. Hotel: Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge (2 nights).

Bay of Islands Whangarei Dargaville

Auckland Hamilton Rotorua Taupo

Palmeston North

Day 14 Bay of Islands This morning cruise through the beautiful Bay of Islands on board a luxury catamaran to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock. Keep an eye out for bottlenose and common dolphins before returning via Russell to Paihia for a free afternoon.

Wellington Blenheim Arthurs Pass

Haast Milford Sound

Wanaka

Te Anau

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Day 15 Bay of Islands - Auckland Travel via Whangarei and Dargaville to Matakohe.

Christchurch

Franz Josef

Queenstown

Day 11 Wellington - Taupo - Rotorua Depart Wellington and view the snow capped peaks of Mt Ruapehu and Mt

Kaikoura

Oamaru Dunedin

Gore Balclutha

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19 DAY NEW ZEALAND RAIL, CRUISE & COACH TOUR

Auckland

Grand Pacific Tours is a New Zealand Luxury Coach Holiday Specialist. They offer a range of coach holidays aimed primarily at the mature age traveller. As a New Zealand Coach Holiday Specialist they are focussed on providing an excellent range of New Zealand coach holidays.

This 19 Day Tour offers fully escorted touring featuring 4 breathtaking rail journeys and a scenic Milford Sound cruise.

Price includes • Luxury coach travel with restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows • Professional Coach Captain • Personalised Meet & Greet on arrival • Return airport transfers in New Zealand • Milford Sound Overnight Cruise • 17 nights superior hotel accommodation • 5 two night stays • Hotel porterage • 4 rail journeys • 5 cruises • All sightseeing and pre paid attractions • GST (NZ Goods and Services Tax) • Comprehensive documentation pack • 18 breakfasts • 15 dinners including 4 speciality • 1 speciality lunch • Sightseeing as shown

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Rotorua

Day1 Auckland On arrival in Auckland be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative who will transfer you to your hotel. Hotel Rendezvous Grand Hotel Auckland.

Day 2 Auckland - Bay of Islands Depart Auckland and travel to the Parry Kauri Park to see a magnificent example of a Kauri Tree.

Enjoy a visit and informative talk at the Kauri Museum in Matakohe then on to Paihia.

Enjoy a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the location of the signing of the treaty between the Maori tribes and the British. Hotel Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands (2 nights).

Day 3 Bay of Islands Free Day Today is a free day. Choose from the many optional activities available in the region.

Day 4 Bay of Islands - Auckland This morning travel aboard a luxury catamaran to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock.

Keep an eye out for dolphins before returning to Paihia. Drive south to Auckland’s north shore. Rest of the day at leisure. Hotel Spencer on Byron.

Day 5 Auckland - Rotorua Depart Auckland and travel to Glenbrook Vintage Railway for a nostalgic 15 kilometre ride on a beautifully restored vintage steam train. Visit the restoration workshop and on return to Glenbrook Station, morning tea will be served. Depart Glenbrook and travel through magnificent countryside to Longlands Farm & Restaurant for lunch. Next, continue to Rotorua and visit Paradise Valley Springs, a superb wildlife park where you can hand feed rainbow trout. Hotel Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua (Superior Room. 2 nights).

Day 6 Rotorua Today begins with a Gondola ride to Cableway Restaurant where a buffet breakfast and spectacular views are on offer.

Travel to the Agrodome where you see performing sheep, a shearing display and sheep dog trial. Enjoy some free time before travelling to Te Puia to see the boiling mud pools and awesome geysers that Rotorua is famous for. This evening experience an entertaining Maori Hangi and Concert.

Day 7 Rotorua - Wellington Travel to the spectacular Huka Falls. Continue to Lake Taupo for some free time to enjoy this scenic lakeside town. Travel via the Tongariro National Park and this afternoon visit Southward Car Museum, home to a comprehensive collection of veteran and vintage cars. Continue south to Wellington.

Hotel James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor (2 nights).

Day 8 Wellington Enjoy an extensive city tour in New Zealand’s capital, Wellington. Explore Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum, with exhibits that embrace both Maori and European views. Afternoon at leisure.

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Kaikoura

Milford Sound

Day 9 Wellington - Kaikoura This morning board the Interislander Ferry, cross the Cook Strait and travel through the Marlborough Sounds to Picton. Join the Coastal Pacific, a spectacular rail journey with the Kaikoura mountain ranges on one side and the coast on the other. Travel through tunnels and across several bridges before departing the train in Kaikoura. Experience a scenic flight (optional) to view the amazing whales. Hotel Donegal House.

Day 10 Kaikoura - Canterbury Travel south through some of the finest farmland areas to Christchurch for a city sights tour. A short drive through the Canterbury region brings you to your hotel. Hotel Methven Resort.

Day 11 Canterbury - Arthur’s Pass - Franz Josef Board the TranzAlpine, one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass in the Southern Alps.Visit Hokitika before arriving at Franz Josef with time for a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers. Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Douglas Wing).

Day 12 Franz Josef - Queenstown See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque Queenstown. Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort (Lakeview Room. 2 nights).

Day 13 Queenstown Free Day Today is a free day for you to explore Queenstown. Your Tour Guide and Coach Captain are available to assist with the many options available.

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Day 14 Queenstown - Milford Sound Overnight Cruise This morning travel to Arrowtown and visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue via Te Anau to Milford Sound and board the Milford Mariner for your amazing overnight cruise. There is plenty of time to view the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife you’re bound to encounter seals and if you’re lucky maybe dolphins and penguins. As evening falls enjoy a delicious carvery buffet prepared freshly by the onboard chef.

Overnight Milford Mariner.

Day 15 Milford Sound - Te Anau Start the day with a hearty breakfast before heading back out to the Tasman Sea (weather permitting) to explore more of the fiord.

Return to the wharf to meet your coach and enjoy the drive to Te Anau. This afternoon enjoy a cruise across Lake Te Anau to visit the Glow Worm Caves - incredible limestone caverns, waterfalls and Grotto. Hotel Distinction Luxmore (Deluxe Room).

Day 18 Dunedin - Christchurch Travel to Oamaru, famous for its limestone. Explore the Victorian Precinct. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your new found friends.

Hotel Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport or similar.

Day 19 Depart Christchurch Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.

Note Itinerary is subject to amendments from time to time. The latest itinerary is available, on request. A full list of guaranteed departure dates can be provided.

Prices per person from £3280, based on twin share.

Bay of Islands Whangarei Dargaville

Auckland

Day 16 Te Anau - Dunedin Travel via Gore and Balclutha to Dunedin for an informative city tour including a visit to Olveston House, a prestigious historic home. Scottish themed dinner. Hotel Scenic Hotel Dunedin City (2 nights).

Hamilton Rotorua Taupo

Palmeston North Picton

Wellington Blenheim

Day 17 Dunedin Travel to Larnach Castle for a guided tour. Next visit Glenfalloch Restaurant for a delightful morning tea.

Return to the city for some free time before boarding The Taieri Gorge Limited for a journey through spectacular scenery only accessible by rail. On return to Dunedin’s historic Edwardian Railway Station your coach will transfer you to your hotel.

Greymouth

Arthurs Pass

Kaikoura

Christchurch

Franz Josef Haast Milford Sound

Wanaka Queenstown

Te Anau

Oamaru Dunedin

Gore Balclutha

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NORTH AND SOUTH ISLAND Self Drive

Stingray Bay, Coromandel

18 DAY BEST OF NEW ZEALAND SELF-DRIVE

An 18 day self drive that offers you the very best that New Zealand has to offer. Take in the highlights of the North and South Islands and choose the type of accommodation that suits you best.

Price includes • 17 nights hotel accommodation • Avis car hire group B for 18 days • Ferry Wellington to Picton

Day 1 Auckland to Whitianga 120 miles 3 hours. Drive via the beautiful Clevedon Valley region of Auckland and the Pacific Coast Highway before arriving in Thames, gateway to the Coromandel Peninsula. The Coromandel’s dramatic and unspoiled coast offers beautiful white sandy beaches and many activities. Stay 2 nights. Standard: Beachside Resort, Whitianga; Superior: Beachside Resort, Whitianga 1-Bedroom apartment

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Day 2 Coromandel - day at leisure Full day to enjoy this area.

Standard: Scenic Hotel Te Pania; Superior: The County Hotel, Luxury Room.

Day 3 Whitianga to Rotorua 145miles 3½ hours. Head for Tauranga along the Pacific Coast Highway. Arrive in the Bay of Plenty region in the early afternoon, in time for a swim or lunch in one of the many restaurants. Continue to Rotorua. Stay 2 nights. Standard: Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua; Superior: Millennium Rotorua, Superior room.

Day 7 Napier to Martinborough 156 miles 3½ hours. Today drive to Martinborough, well known for the range of vineyards in the area. Spend the afternoon out and about on the wine trail. Standard: The Claremont, Martinborough; Superior: Aylstone Boutique Retreat.

Day 4 Rotorua - day at leisure Full day at leisure in Rotorua.

Day 5 Rotorua to Lake Taupo 50 miles 1½ hours. Depart Rotorua for the short journey through the Lake Taupo region. Taupo is a perfect base to explore some stunning New Zealand scenery. Standard: Lakeland Resort; Superior: Hilton Lake Taupo.

Day 6 Lake Taupo to Napier 89 miles 2½ hours. Depart Taupo on the Thermal Explorer Highway for the Hawke’s Bay Region, famous for its wine, food and fabulous scenery. Napier and Hastings offer a high concentration of Art Deco architecture.

Day 8 Martinborough to Wellington 52 miles 1½ hours. Drive over the beautiful Rimutaka Hills to Wellington, the nation’s capital. The downtown area is ideal for walking around, with lots if shops and cafes. Don’t miss a visit to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand).

Standard: Copthorne Hotel Oriental Bay; Superior: Museum Art Hotel.

Day 9 Wellington to Blenheim 3 hour ferry then 30 minute drive. Drop your Avis car off at the Wellington Ferry office. Take the three hour Interislander ferry to Picton on the South Island to collect a similar model vehicle from Avis. Drive the short distance to the wine growing town of Blenheim.

Standard: Scenic Hotel Marlborough; Superior: Chateau Marlborough.

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Mount Cook and Lake Pukaki

Day 10 Blenheim to Nelson 86 miles 3 hours. Depart Blenheim and head north via the Marlborough Sounds region. Spend the afternoon discovering the many wineries.

Alternatively there are many walks and boating activities. 2 night stay. Standard: Trailways Hotel; Superior: Shelbourne Villa Day 11 Nelson - day at leisure Full day at leisure. We highly recommend a visit to the Abel Tasman National Park.

Day 12 Nelson to Punakaiki 172 miles 5 hours. From Nelson, journey through scenic reserves and the earthquake-riven landscapes of the Buller Gorge to the historic coal-mining settlement of Wesport. Visit the seal colony. Standard: Punakaiki Resort; Superior: Punakaiki Resort Eco Suite

Punakaiki

Day 13 Punakaiki to Franz Josef / Fox Glacier 142 miles 3½ hours. Explore the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes.

Travel on to Greymouth, the largest township

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on the west coast, and Hokitika before arriving in Franz Josef, an area of mountain peaks and impressive glaciers. Here you can take guided glacier walks or scenic flights.

Standard: Punga Grove Franz Josef; Superior: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier Day 14 Franz Josef / Fox Glacier to Queenstown 251 miles 6 hours. Leave the west coast and travel through the scenic wilderness of Haast Pass. Continue to beautiful Wanaka before arriving into Queenstown for 2 nights. Standard: Rydges Lakeside Resort; Millennium Queenstown

Mercure Dunedin Leisure Lodge; Superior: Scenic Hotel Dunedin City Day 18 Dunedin to Christchurch 225 miles 5 hours. Travel via Timaru, known for its extensive Edwardian and Victorian architecture. Continue on to Christchurch to complete your itinerary.

Prices per person from Standard £1299; Superior £1679.

Day 15 Queenstown at leisure Full day and so much to do. White water rafting, jet boating, or relax aboard the TSS Earnslaw as it cruises across the lake.

Day 16 Queenstown to Te Anau 106 miles 3 hours. Journey through mountains and alongside lakes before arriving in Te Anau.

We suggest a trip to Milford Sound or Doubtful Sound, both accessible from Te Anau. Standard: Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau; Superior: Distinction Te Anau, Lakeview room Day 17 Te Anau to Dunedin 180 miles 4 hours. Drive north from Te Anau to Gore and on to historic Dunedin. If time permits book a ride on the Tairei Gorge Railway. Standard:

Auckland

Whitianga

Rotorua Lake Taupo Napier Martinborough Nelson Wellington Punakaiki

Fox Glacier

Blenheim

Christchurch

Queenstown Te Anau

Dunedin

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NORTH ISLAND Self Drive

Bay of Plenty

Wai-O-Tapu geothermal, near Taupo

9 DAY BEST OF THE NORTH ISLAND SELF DRIVE

Experience the very best of the North Island on this nine-day self drive itinerary. Relax on the beautiful beaches of the Coromandel Peninsula, take in the Maori culture in Rotorua, adventurous activities in Lake Taupo, wine tasting in Hawke’s Bay and a bit of culture in Wellington.

Day 2 Coromandel – day at leisure Full day to enjoy this area.

Day 3 Whitianga to Rotorua 145 miles 3½ hours. Head for Tauranga along the Pacific Coast Highway. Arrive in the Bay of Plenty region in the early afternoon, in time for a swim or lunch in one of the many restaurants.

Continue to Rotorua. Stay 2 nights. Standard: Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua; Superior: Millennium Rotorua Day 4 Rotorua – day at leisure Full day at leisure in Rotorua.

Day 5 Rotorua to Lake Taupo 50 miles 1½

Includes • 8 nights hotel accommodation • Avis group B car hire for 9 days

Day 1 Auckland to Whitianga 120 miles 3 hours. Drive via the beautiful Clevedon Valley region of Auckland and the Pacific Coast Highway before arriving in Thames, gateway to the Coromandel Peninsula. The Coromandel’s dramatic and unspoiled coast offers beautiful white sandy beaches and many activities.

Stay 2 nights. Standard: Beachside Resort Whitianga; Superior: Beachside Resort 1 Bedroom apartment

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hours. Depart Rotorua for the short journey through the Lake Taupo region. Taupo is a perfect base to explore some stunning New Zealand scenery. Standard: Lakeland Resort; Superior: Hilton Lake Taupo Day 6 Lake Taupo to Napier 89 miles 2½ hours. Depart Taupo on the Thermal Explorer Highway for the Hawke’s Bay Region, famous for its wine, food and fabulous scenery. Napier and Hastings offer a high concentration of Art Deco architecture. Standard: Scenic Hotel Te Pania; Superior: The County Hotel luxury room Day 7 Napier to Martinborough 156 miles 3½ hours. Today drive to Martinborough, well known for the range of vineyards in the area.

Martinborough vineyard

Spend the afternoon out and about on the wine trail. Standard: The Claremont; Superior:

Aylstone Boutique Retreat Day 8 Martinborough to Wellington 52 miles 1½ hours. Drive over the beautiful Rimutaka Hills to Wellington, the nation’s capital. The downtown area is ideal for walking around, with lots of shops and cafes. Don’t miss a visit to Te Papa (Museum of New Zealand).

Standard: Copthorne Hotel Oriental Bay; Superior: Museum Art Hotel, Harbour view room Day 9 Wellington Drop your Avis car off to complete your itinerary.

Auckland

Whitianga

Rotorua

Prices per person: Standard from £599; Superior from £749.

Lake Taupo Napier Martinborough

Wellington

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SOUTH ISLAND Self Drive

Near Queenstown

Fox Glacier

8 DAY BEST OF THE SOUTH ISLAND SELF DRIVE

Standard: Punga Grove; Superior: Scenic Hotel Franz Josef

This 8-day itinerary takes you to some of the most spectacular scenery New Zealand has to offer.

See Mount Cook, the country’s highest mountain, as well as Queenstown, often called the adventure capital of the world, the glacier scenery of the west coast, and a chance to cruise on the spectacular Milford Sound.

Near Nelson

for a full day tour that we can pre-book for you.

Stay 2 nights in Nelson. Standard: Trailways

Hotel; Superior: Shelbourne Villa B&B Day 3 Nelson - day at leisure Full day in the Nelson area.

Includes • 7 nights hotel accommodation • Avis group B car hire for 8 days

Day 1 Christchurch or Picton to Blenheim Start your self drive in either Picton (if arriving by ferry from Wellington) or Christchurch.

Spend the afternoon visiting Marlborough’s world-famous wineries. Standard: Scenic Hotel Marlborough; Superior: Chateau Marlborough Day 2 Blenheim to Nelson 70 miles 1½ hours. Short but scenic drive to Nelson. We highly recommend a visit to the Abel Tasman National Park which offers superb walking trails and boating opportunities. See page 87

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Day 4 Nelson to Punakaiki 172 miles 5 hours.

From Nelson, journey through scenic reserves, and the earthquake-riven landscapes of the Buller Gorge to the historic coal-mining settlement of Westport. Continue on to Punakaiki on the west coast of the South Island. Standard: Punakaiki Resort Superior

room; Superior: Punakaiki Resort Eco Suite Day 5 Punakaiki to Franz Josef 142 miles 3½ hours. Explore the Punakaiki Pancake Rocks and Blowholes. Travel on to Greymouth, the largest township on the west coast, and Hokitika before arriving in Franz Josef, an area of mountain peaks and impressive glaciers.

Here you can take guided glacier walks or scenic flights. See page 87 for a Fox Glacier Helihike that we can pre-book for you.

Day 6 Franz Josef/Fox Glacier to Queenstown 251 miles 6 hours. Leave the west coast and travel through the scenic wilderness of the Haast Pass. Continue to beautiful Wanaka before arriving into Queenstown for a 2 night stay. Standard: Rydges Lakeside Resort; Superior: Millennium Queenstown Day 7 Queenstown at leisure Full day and so much to do. White water rafting, jet boating, relaxing aboard the TSS Earnslaw as it cruises across the lake. For other options see page 87 for a Safari of the Scenes tour or a day trip to Doubtful Sound; both can be pre-booked for you.

Day 8 Depart Queenstown Time at leisure before dropping your car off in Queenstown to complete your self-drive itinerary.

Prices per person from Standard £599; Superior £749.

Picton Nelson Blenheim Punakaiki

Franz Josef

Christchurch

Queenstown

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NORTH ISLAND Hotels

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RYDGES AUCKLAND

SKYCITY HOTEL AUCKLAND

A refreshing haven from the bustle of downtown Auckland, Rydges Auckland has the heart of the city at its front door. The hotel's close proximity to the centre of the city make it an ideal location; the Viaduct's thriving bars and restaurants are just a short walk away; for exploring beyond downtown Auckland, access to the motorway system is close at hand. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, gym and rooftop terrace.

With over 323 recently refurbished rooms, this modern and spacious hotel allows you to relax in style while enjoying a world-class casino, more than 18 restaurants, cafes and bars, a theatre, free live entertainment on selected nights and the iconic Sky Tower - all right on your doorstep! Superb city views from your room. The Skycity Grand Hotel adjacent is a five star hotel. Prices on request.

Offer Receive 3 nights for the price of 2. Offer dates vary call for details.

Offer Receive 3 nights for the price of 4. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £49 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £55 per person per night, based on room only.

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HILTON AUCKLAND

COPTHORNE HOTEL & RESORT BAY OF ISLANDS

Unwind with stunning views across the Waitemata Harbour at the Hilton Auckland hotel. Located at the end of Princes Wharf, this cruise-liner shaped hotel is surrounded by water and is just a short walk from Viaduct Harbour, Wynyard Quarter, Britomart and the ferry terminal. A contemporary boutique hotel, Hilton Auckland features 165 appointed rooms with balconies. Opt for the Hilton Deluxe Harbour View Rooms where you will enjoy city and sea views.

Copthorne Hotel & Resort is located within the historical Waitangi Treaty grounds, surrounded by native bush and the beautiful Bay of Islands Harbour. It is only a short walk from the centre of Paihia. Offering 180 well appointed rooms (including four suites), each room offers delightful views of either the waters of the Bay of Islands or the hotel’s peaceful gardens. The stunning swimming and spa complex is created from free form rock pools. Facilities include tennis, restaurant and bar.

Offer Free upgrade to Deluxe Harbour View room when staying 3 nights.

Offer Free upgrade to Waterview outside of high season. Call for details.

Prices from £93 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £39 per person per night, based on room only.

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EDGEWATER PALMS, BAY OF ISLANDS

SOLITAIRE LODGE ROTORUA

The Bay of Island's lifestyle is at your doorstep at Edgewater Palms waterfront apartment accommodation, with outstanding views of Paihia's golden sands, shimmering water and islands. Relax on the deck or in your own spacious lounge, enjoying sea views and panoramic vistas from every one of Edgewater Palm's 34 One and Two-Bedroom apartments.

Hotel facilities include an infinity swimming pool, spa pool, car parking, a barbecue area and a sundeck.

Set on a privately-owned peninsula on the shores of Lake Tarawera, Solitaire Lodge’s luxurious suites each feature 180 degree views of the lake and a volcano. Unwind with a decadent spa treatment, take a leisurely bushwalk, or sip a glass of champagne while relaxing in the terrace spa pool. Price includes pre dinner drinks and canapes, five course dinner, full country breakfast, light lunch and use of the lodge's kayaks, motorised dinghies and trout fishing gear.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer Free private speedboat ride when staying 3 nights. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £64 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £350 per person per night including all meals.

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MILLENNIUM HOTEL ROTORUA

ACACIA CLIFFS LODGE TAUPO

The Millennium Hotel Rotorua is located in the city beside Lake Rotorua.

Air-conditioned rooms offer guests a wide choice of accommodation including the Club Floor rooms with complimentary use of the exclusive Club Lounge. Restaurant Nikau offers fresh local tastes and ‘The Spa’ provides relaxing massages and indulgent body treatments, including Rotorua Mud Wraps. Other features include a heated swimming pool, spa pools and saunas. Free off street parking is available.

Indulge and revive in a simply stunning location. Architecturally designed, with spectacular lake and mountain views, Acacia Cliffs Lodge offers a contemporary New Zealand experience, superb cuisine and secluded luxury yet only minutes from the region’s attractions. This boutique property can be booked per suite or on an exclusive use basis.

Your NZ hosts know the region well and offer relaxed personal service.

Price includes pre-dinner drinks and canapés.

Offer Free upgrade to a Lakeview room. Offer dates vary call for details.

Offer Free bottle of wine on arrival.

Prices from £48 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £170 per person per night, including breakfast.

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MILLENNIUM HOTEL MANUELS, TAUPO

COPTHORNE WELLINGTON, ORIENTAL BAY

Boasting a spellbinding lake edge location, this welcoming Taupo hotel and resort presents you with uninterrupted views of the magnificent lake and mountains from guest rooms, restaurants and bar areas. The hotel is luxuriously furnished with an ambience and art collection to delight all visitors. Includes two restaurants offering superb award-winning cuisine.

Hotel facilities include a tennis court, gymnasium, heated swimming pool, sauna and the unique 'Grotto' plunge pool.

If location is everything, then the Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay has it all. The hotel overlooks one of the most beautiful harbours in the world, and offers one of the most luxurious accommodation experiences in Wellington. The centre of the city is just a 10-minute walk away. Guests of this hotel can enjoy the stunning harbour views from the restaurant. Facilities include a heated indoor pool. Car parking is available for a fee (payable locally).

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer Receive a free room upgrade to a Superior room.

Prices from £60 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £77 per person per night, based on room only.

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AYLSTONE RETREAT, MARTINBOROUGH

MUSEUM ART HOTEL, WELLINGTON

Set in the heart of one of New Zealand's top wine producing regions, Aylstone offers boutique accommodation, fine dining and a relaxed environment. It is surrounded by vineyards and is just minutes from the first-class restaurants and boutique shopping in Martinborough village.

In French provincial style Aylstone has two separate guest annexes, featuring six luxury rooms with exquisite views, classic furnishings and en-suite bathrooms.

The Museum Art Hotel is a privately owned luxury hotel opposite the famous Te Papa museum and the waterfront. A stay here provides fantastic harbour views, whilst being in the heart of the city, within walking distance of diverse shopping, entertainment and nightlife. The hotel is listed on Yahoo’s list of ten of the best hotels with magnificent artwork of the world. Hotel facilities include an art gallery, fitness centre, sauna, lap and spa pool, a beautiful French restaurant and a day spa.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £68 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £76 per person per night, based on room only.

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SOUTH ISLAND Hotels

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RYDGES LAKEFRONT RESORT QUEENSTOWN

RYDGES LATIMER CHRISTCHURCH

Situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown boasts breathtaking views over the lake and surrounding mountains. Queenstown’s largest hotel is just a 5-minute flat walk along the Lakefront to the centre of town with the airport only a 10-minute scenic drive away. With 255 rooms, there is a variety of room types to suit all and 215 of the rooms have spectacular views over Lake Wakatipu to The Remarkables. Facilities include an outdoor pool and Jacuzzi.

The Rydges Latimer Christchurch has undergone a complete rebuild so that guests experience top-of-the-line features and amenities.This luxury hotel overlooks scenic Latimer Square, an iconic New Zealand green space with ample room for travellers to roam and enjoy the shade of lush, broad-leaved trees. The hotel is five levels high and offers 138 rooms spread over the first four floors. Facilities include a bar, restaurant, gym and sauna.

Offer Receive 3 nights for the price of 2. Dates vary. Call for details.

Offer Receive a NZ$50 voucher when staying 3 nights in a Deluxe room.

Prices from £53 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £59 per person per night, based on room only.

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DISTINCTION HOTEL FOX GLACIER

MANAKAU LODGE, KAIKOURA

Distinction Hotel Fox Glacier (Te Weheka) is a boutique hotel situated in the charming township of Fox Glacier, set among some of the most beautiful and unspoilt scenery in New Zealand. The township’s bars and restaurants are just a short walk away. Relax in the comfortable lounge and enjoy the views. All rooms are beautifully appointed and feature their own balcony, lounge area and spacious bedroom. Excellent ground floor dining room offering casual dining options.

Situated in beautiful mountain surroundings amongst groves of manuka trees, and enjoying panoramic views of the blue waters of the South Pacific, Manakau Lodge is a luxury rural retreat offering a quiet, peaceful haven for rest and relaxation at any time of the year. This boutique bed and breakfast lodge is just an easy ten-minute drive from the shops and restaurants of Kaikoura, and the many leisure activities and awardwinning marine excursions enjoyed by visitors from all over the world.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £77 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £94 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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SOUTH ISLAND Hotels

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COPTHORNE LAKEFRONT QUEENSTOWN

THE HERMITAGE MT. COOK

Located within walking distance of the centre of Queenstown and a few minutes stroll from Lake Wakatipu, this is a resort hotel that blends superior facilities with friendly, personal service. The Copthorne Hotel and Resort Lakefront is located on Franklin Road – the main road leading into Queenstown. Rooms include a balcony and views towards the stunning mountains or hotel gardens. Facilities include a private spa, pool, gym, restaurant and bar which offers superb lake views.

The world-renowned Hermitage Hotel is nestled against the majestic backdrop of Aoraki Mount Cook. A haven for adventurous travellers since 1884, the 212-room Hermitage Hotel offers a complete year-round alpine holiday experience. Accommodation ranges from luxurious hotel rooms to self-catering motel units and cosy A-frame chalets. Facilities include restaurants, bars, sauna, and tennis courts. Lots of activities are available at additional cost such as horse riding and helicopter rides.

Offer Receive free breakfast when staying 3 nights or more. Dates vary.

Offer Welcome gift on arrival for 2 night stays.

Prices from £48 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £54 per person per night, based on room only.

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SCENIC HOTEL FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER

THE GEORGE, CHRISTCHURCH

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier sits at the edge of the Westland World Heritage Park, and is just moments from one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural attractions, the Franz Josef Glacier. It makes the most of its alpine location and offers quality accommodation in two separate hotel 'wings'. Stay in either the Douglas (rooms with balconies) or Graham wing, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings within Franz Josef village. Facilities include a choice of bars, restaurants and spa pools.

Savour, unwind and stay a while at The George. Located in the heart of Christchurch overlooking beautiful Hagley Park and river Avon, the luxury boutique hotel The George is the essence of supreme comfort and is renowned for offering a personalised stay and warm attentive staff.

Winner of World Travel Awards leading boutique hotel in New Zealand.

Within walking distance to city attractions. Two outstanding restaurants.

Includes free parking.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer Free room upgrade for 3 night stays. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £80 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £120 per person per night, based on room only.

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MILLENNIUM HOTEL QUEENSTOWN

AZUR LODGE, QUEENSTOWN

The Millennium Hotel Queenstown offers an unrivalled alpine backdrop from its excellent location. Positioned on the main road in to Queenstown, just minutes away from central shopping, entertainment and outdoor activities such as bungee jumping, white water rafting and jet boating. All 220 elegant rooms and suites; many with excellent views.

Facilities include a restaurant, bar, gym, spa, sauna and car parking.

Azur is a contemporary lodge located on a hilltop overlooking some of the most spectacular scenery in New Zealand. Set among native trees and with stunning panoramic vistas to Walter Peak station, Cecil Peak and The Remarkables, and just a 4 minute drive from central Queenstown’s shops and cafes. Each of the nine private luxury villas offers total privacy and include a sundeck for unobstructed views of Lake Wakitipu and the surrounding mountain ranges.

Offer Receive free breakfast staying 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Offer Bottle of NZ wine in villa on arrival for stays of 2 nights or more.

Prices from £55 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £340 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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EDGEWATER RESORT, WANAKA

THE BELL TOWER ON DOG POINT, BLENHEIM

Edgewater lies right at the water’s edge of Lake Wanaka. It is the perfect destination for you to experience all that Central Otago’s four seasons have to offer. At Edgewater we have genuine local knowledge that complements our inviting accommodation and enticing seasonal menu.

Suites feature master bedroom, separate living-dining area, and laundry facilities. Each has a balcony or patio overlooking the lake and gardens.

Resort facilities include a spa, bike hire and a putting green.

The Bell Tower on Dog Point is a boutique luxury bed and breakfast, located on the Western hillside of Marlborough’s Dog Point Vineyard and in the heart of New Zealand’s premium wine growing region. The Bell Tower provides spectacular vistas over Marlborough's Richmond Range and Wairau Plains. Walking tracks on the property allow guests to explore the nearby vineyards and native plantings, soaking up the surrounding views and finishing with a wine tasting at Dog Point Vineyard if desired.

Offer Free breakfast for 1 and 2 bedroom suite stays.

Offer 10% discount for stays of 3 nights or more. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £67 per person per night, based on room only.

Prices from £153 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

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NORTH ISLAND Tours

Waiheke Island Auckland

America’s Cup Sailing Auckland

Be introduced to Waiheke on the Fullers Waiheke Explorer Tour - a picturesque 40 minute boat trip followed by a 1½ hour scenic highlights tour. Cruise to Waiheke and on arrival you will be met by an experienced guide who will give you a taste of the views, culture and history that make up the diverse island of Waiheke. Includes a complimentary All Day Bus Pass to discover more at your own pace.

Departs daily. From £36 per person.

Sail NZ offers the ultimate sailing experience in the ‘City of Sails’. Sail a real America's Cup yacht in Auckland around spectacular Waitemata Harbour. Help sail the yachts or just enjoy what Auckland Harbour has to offer you.

No experience necessary!. Experience the thrill of the pre-start, and then help plan your strategy to be first over the finishing line.

Departs Viaduct Harbour daily. Duration approximately 2 hours. From £90 per person.

Rotorua & Skyline Gondola

Bay of Islands Cruise, Paihia

Volcano by Helicopter

Half day sightseeing tour of Rotorua's top attractions including mighty geysers, boiling mud pools, and the traditional arts & culture of the Maori people. Rainbow Springs - a unique showcase of New Zealand's flora and fauna including New Zealand's national icon, a kiwi bird. The Agrodome Sheep Show and a Skyline Gondola ride to the top of Mount Ngongotaha. Departs daily. Duration approx. 7 hours. From £99 per person.

Cruise past the inner islands of the Bay and Cape Brett Lighthouse, arrive at the Hole in the Rock where the skipper navigates through the narrow space and admire the steep rock walls (weather permitting). Take in the Grand Cathedral Cave. Meander through the inner islands looking out for dolphins. Enjoy an island stopover on beautiful Urupukapuka Island (seasonal). Departs Daily. Duration 3-4 hours. From £57 per person.

Depart from Whakatane by helicopter for a 20 minute flight to White Island. Pass over the active volcano offering unmatched views, providing superb pictures. Land at the floor of the crater and enjoy a one hour guided tour that is a visual spectacle - surrounded by active fumaroles. Return to the helicopter for the flight back to base. Departs daily. From £386 per person.

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Hobbiton Movie Set Rotorua Start from Rotorua with a scenic drive to The Shires Rest Cafe, followed by a guided tour through the ten acre site recounting details of how the set was created. The Hobbit holes, Green Dragon Inn, Mill and other structures created for The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit films can be viewed. See how this beautiful piece of farmland was transformed into The Shire from Middle-earth. Departs daily. 4½ hours. From £65 per person.

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SOUTH ISLAND Tours

Doubtful Sound Cruise Your Doubtful Sound adventure begins as you cruise the crystal-clear waters of Lake Manapouri. Experience some of Fiordland’s densest rainforest and view the colourful alpine moss gardens. When you arrive at Deep Cove, you will go on a three-hour cruise that takes in the most dramatic scenery of Doubtful Sound. Keep a lookout for wildlife as bottlenose dolphins frequently swim alongside the vessel. Departs daily from Queenstown.

Duration 13 hours. From £154 per person.

Whale Watch Cruise Kaikoura Every Whale Watch tour is a unique experience and the sightings vary. Giant Sperm Whales are the stars of the show and year-round residents. A typical Whale Watch tour may encounter fur seals, pods of dusky dolphins and the endangered wandering albatross. Depending on the season you may also see migrating humpback whales, pilot whales, blue whales, and southern right whales. Departs daily (weather permitting).

Duration 3½ hours. From £87 per person.

TranzAlpine Train Christchurch The TranzAlpine is one of the world’s great scenic train trips from one coast of New Zealand to another. From Christchurch head towards alpine scenery on a series of spectacular viaducts. Then, after stopping at Arthur's Pass, descend through sub tropical rain forest past beautiful Lake Brunner and on to Greymouth for a one hour stop. Re-board the train for your return journey to Christchurch. Can be done as a one-way.

Departs daily. Duration 10 hours. From £165 per person.

Fox Glacier Helihike

Safari of the Scenes Queenstown

Abel Tasman Kayak & Walk

Combine the thrill of 2 helicopter flights, with the opportunity to explore a remote and pristine part of the glacier on foot, with your knowledgeable guide. Glacial forces are greatest in this area and often create spectacular ice caves, arches and tunnels, brilliantly blue in colour. Walkers are kitted out with sturdy leather boots and other equipment for this eco-adventure of a lifetime! Departs daily. Duration 4 hours. From £250 per person.

A scenic tour that offers breathtaking mountain and forest views along the shores of Lake Wakatipu towards Glenorchy and on into Paradise. Includes the film locations of Isengard and Ithilien Camp, plus beech forests near those used for Lothlorien. Visit the area used to film the Seat of Seeing/ the battle of Amon Hen. You will be dropped back off to Queenstown at the end of this tour. Departs daily. Duration 4 hours. From £99 per person.

Begin with the guided half day kayak trip, explore the spectacular Kaiteriteri coastline.

Stop on a golden-sand beach for a short break. Return for lunch on the beach or a nearby cafe. Swap kayaking for walking shoes, joining the 1pm Vista Cruise to the golden sands of Anchorage Beach. Disembark and take a leisurely stroll to Te Pukatea Bay and return. Rejoin the Vista Cruise back to Kaiteriteri. Departs daily. Full day tour. 2 and 3 day tours also available. From £75 per person.

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SOUTH ISLAND Cruising

Milford Sound

Doubtful Sound

FIORDLAND OVERNIGHT CRUISES

When the day visitors depart, a silence descends. An overnight cruise in Fiordland is a once-in-alifetime experience with plenty of time to enjoy the stunning views.

As the shadows lengthen, the boat will drop anchor at a favourite mooring for the night.

An evening buffet is included.

Note these cruises have a coach pick up and drop off at Queenstown. If you have your own vehicle you can drive to the departure point of the cruise - price on request for cruise only.

MILFORD SOUND OVERNIGHT CRUISE

DOUBTFUL SOUND OVERNIGHT CRUISE

An overnight cruise amid spectacular Milford Sound. The Milford Mariner caters for visitors who enjoy comfort, combined with activity.

Note option to return to Queenstown by scenic flight - price on request.

Doubtful Sound is the second largest fiord in Fiordland National Park, ten times larger than Milford Sound. The Fiordland Navigator offers a special dinner, bed and breakfast wilderness experience.

Includes • Roundtrip transfers • 1 night cruise on the Milford Mariner • Three-course buffet dinner and breakfast • Cabin accommodation en suite • Free kayaking/tender craft excursions

Includes • Roundtrip transfers • 1 night cruise on the Fiordland Navigator • Three-course buffet dinner and breakfast • Cabin accommodation en suite • Free kayaking/tender craft excursions

Day 1 Queenstown to Milford Sound Enjoy a relaxing coach trip along the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Board the Milford Mariner in the afternoon and cruise the length of Milford Sound to the Tasman Sea with time to view waterfalls, rainforests and mountains. Time at leisure for kayaking or a craft excursion, then dinner is served.

Day 1 Queenstown to Doubtful Sound Enjoy the scenic coach trip to Manapouri. Board the Fiordland Navigator in the afternoon and enjoy the spectacular scenery as you cruise Doubtful Sound. The vessel has spacious deck areas.

Time at leisure for kayaking or a craft excursion, then dinner is served.

Day 2 Milford Sound to Queenstown After breakfast, more cruising before returning to the Milford Wharf and the coach back to Queenstown, arriving mid afternoon.

Prices from £219 per person.

Day 2 Doubful Sound to Queenstown After breakfast, more cruising before your return to Queenstown, arriving mid afternoon.

Prices from £259 per person.

Note Cruise does not operate in winter.

Note Cruise does not operate in winter.

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SOUTH ISLAND Tour

Queenstown

Lake Tekapo

9 DAY BEST OF THE SOUTH ISLAND COACH TOUR

accommodation, cooked

Day 2 Christchurch - Omarama After a Christchurch city sights tour travel to Lake Tekapo. See The Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue.

Opportunity (time and weather permitting) to enjoy a scenic flight (optional) over the Southern Alps before travelling to Omarama.

breakfasts and dinners plus

Hotel Heritage Gateway Hotel.

Experience New Zealand’s breathtaking South Island scenery on board a luxury Grand Pacific Touring coach. Enjoy quality

exciting attractions such as a Milford Sound Cruise and a TranzAlpine Rail Journey.

Includes • Luxury coach travel with reclining seats and panoramic windows • Professional Coach Captain • Personalised Meet & Greet on arrival • Return airport transfers in New Zealand • 8 nights quality hotel accommodation • 1 two night stay • 2 cruises • All sightseeing and pre paid attractions • 8 cooked breakfasts • 7 sumptuous dinners including 2 speciality dinners • 1 picnic lunch

Day 3 Omarama - Dunedin Depart Omarama and see Lake Benmore, before arriving at Oamaru. Continue to Dunedin and enjoy a city sights tour. Tonight a Scottish evening with bagpipes, great food, special Haggis Ceremony and gift. Hotel Mercure Leisure Lodge.

Day 4 Dunedin - Te Anau Travel out along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle for a guided tour. Next visit Glenfalloch for morning tea.

Depart Dunedin and travel to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland. Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel (Superior Room).

Day 5 Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown Depart Te Anau for Milford Sound for a cruise on this magnificent fiord. See Bowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic lunch. Travel to Queenstown to spend the next two nights at this year round resort. Hotel

Mercure Queenstown Resort (2 nights).

Day 1 Christchurch Met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Hotel Heartland Hotel Cotswold.

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Day 6 Queenstown Today is a free day. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu.

Relax as you are treated to the best of New Zealand’s high country cuisine.

Day 7 Queenstown - Arrowtown - Franz Josef Travel to Arrowtown and visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue via the Haast Pass. Time to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers before continuing to Franz Josef. Hotel Scenic

Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Graham Wing).

Day 8 Franz Josef - Arthur’s Pass Christchurch Travel to Hokitika and visit the Greenstone Factory. Continue into Arthur’s Pass and board The TranzAlpine, one of the great train journeys of the world. View rivers and valleys as you travel over massive viaducts and through the Canterbury Plains. On arrival in Christchurch transfer to your hotel. Hotel

Heartland Cotswold.

Day 9 Depart Christchurch Transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Prices from £1549 per person, based on twin share.

Arthurs Pass

Christchurch

Franz Josef Omarama

Milford Sound

Arrowtown Queenstown

Te Anau

Dunedin

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SOUTH PACIFIC Combine a visit downunder with a stopover in the beautiful South Pacific.

We offer a small selection of hotels and paradise island resorts in this brochure, but we can also provide a wide range of places to stay throughout Fiji, French Polynesia (Tahiti) and the Cook Islands, all with idyllic locations.

When to go Fiji enjoys an ideal South Sea tropical climate, and while it gets hot in summer, temperatures seldom reach above 35˚C. Trade winds from the east bring year round cooling breezes in the late afternoon /early evening. The tropical rainy season lasts from December to February coinciding with the warmest summer months. The Cook Islands have a pleasantly warm and sunny climate all year round. June to August are the cooler months: November to March marks the warm season with an occasional tropical shower to be expected.

For French Polynesia, March to November sees the temperature hover between a pleasant 18-22˚C. Most of the rain falls during December to February, with temperatures ranging between 22- 30˚C. Important to note A valid passport for at least three months beyond on the intended stay in required. No visas required in advance. Length of stay without a visa varies: Fiji - 4 months; Cook Islands - 31 days; French Polynesia - 3 months.

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COOK ISLANDS Hotels

TAHITI Hotels

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PACIFIC RESORT RAROTONGA

LE MERIDIEN TAHITI

Located on Muri Lagoon, one of Rarotonga’s finest beaches, the Pacific Resort has a relaxing atmosphere with a private waterway, pool complex and restaurants right on the beach. It offers studios, one and two bedroom villas with garden and beachfront locations. Guests can enjoy free use of kayaks, canoes, row boats and snorkelling gear.

Garden Studio rooms include a spacious lounge, kitchenette and choice of ground floor with patio or first floor with balcony.

Set on a beautiful white sand beach on the west coast of Tahiti, this modern and luxurious hotel is just a 20 minute transfer from Papeete Airport. Rooms feature a private deck and views towards the nearby island of Moorea. There are also 12 Polynesian-style Bungalows that stretch out into the lagoon and are perched right over the water. Hotel facilities include a pool, health club, choice of restaurants and a poolside bar. Watersports and other activities are available.

Offer Receive a 20% discount when staying 7 nights or more.

Offer Early Bird Deal. Call for details.

Prices from £143 per person, per night including breakfast daily.

Prices from £151 per person, per night including breakfast daily.

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AITUTAKI LAGOON RESORT

INTERCONTINENTAL TAHITI RESORT & SPA

This luxury resort features superb beachfront and overwater bungalows and is set on its own, private island. Enjoy panoramic views of beautiful Aitutaki Lagoon from your bungalow. To get there it is just a short boat ride from the main island of Aitutaki which is a 45 minute flight from the Cook Island’s main airport at Rarotonga. Facilities include a pool, spa, sauna and gym. You can enjoy a wide range of watersports activities, most of which are free of charge.

The InterContinental Tahiti Resort and Spa has long been rated one of the top hotels on the island of Tahiti. It is located alongside the lagoon with a view of Tahiti’s sister island, Moorea. It's the perfect place to begin a visit to French Polynesia. Nestled in a sumptuous garden setting covering 12 hectares, the resort boasts two superb infinity pools and offers an extensive range of activities. The hotel is a short 2 miles from the airport.

Offer Honeymoon offers - call for details.

Offer Early Bird Deal. Call for details.

Prices from £184 per person, per night including breakfast daily.

Prices from £132 per person, per night based on room only.

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FIJI

4 DAY FIJI HOT DEAL Includes • 3 nights 3½ or 5-star hotels • Breakfast daily • Private airport transfers • Tivua Island Day Cruise Day 1 Arrive Fiji Met on arrival at Nadi Airport and transferred to your accommodation.

Day 2 Tivua Island cruise Full day visit to Tivua Island which is surrounded by a white sandy beach and 500 acres of coral reef.

The cruise includes a chance to snorkel and view the reef through a glass bottomed boat. Lunch included.

Day 3 Day at leisure Day free to enjoy the facilities of your hotel.

Day 4 Depart Fiji Time at leisure before your transfer to the airport.

Prices per person, based on twin share from: 3½-star Fiji Hideaway Resort £399 5-star Outrigger on the Lagoon £529

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FIJI Hotels

★★★★★

★★★★★

INTERCONTINENTAL GOLF RESORT & SPA

OUTRIGGER ON THE LAGOON FIJI

Nestled amongst 35 acres of tropical gardens, the InterContinental Golf Resort and Spa is located on the beautiful and picturesque Natadola Bay. Protected by a reef to create an aqua-blue ocean-facing lagoon, Natadola Beach has been voted one of the best beaches in the world.

Rooms feature private balconies with superb views. Facilities include a choice of bars and restaurants, gym, several pools, golf, spa and a kids club. A 45-minute drive from Nadi International Airport.

Fiji’s first five star resort, the Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji, is nestled on the Coral Coast in an enchanting 40-acre garden with a perfect beachfront location. Accommodation is either in rooms with balconies or bures (bungalows) with verandahs that are reminiscent of a traditional fishing village. Facilities include one of the largest swimming pools in the South Pacific, a spa and wide choice of bars and restaurants. Watersports and snorkelling equipment available.

Offer Receive hotel credit. Amount and offer dates vary.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary call for details.

Prices from £120 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £92 per person per night, based on room only.

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THE FIJI HIDEAWAY RESORT

CASTAWAY ISLAND

The Fiji Hideaway Resort and Spa is a boutique beachfront resort ideally located on the beautiful Coral Coast, along a beautiful stretch of white sandy beach. A 90-minute drive from Nadi Airport. Accommodation options vary from romantic deluxe ocean view bures to family beachfront villas. All resort accommodation is perfectly positioned amongst a palm lined beachfront facing the stunning ocean lagoon - located only a few small steps from your front door. Facilities include a pool and spa.

Castaway Island, Fiji is a pristine private island resort located in the heart of Fiji’s Mamanuca Island group. The island’s 174 acres are covered in rich tropical rainforest and surrounded by white sand beaches, vibrant coral reefs and azure South Pacific waters. Facilities include a pool, watersports facilities, spa, kids club, restaurant and bar. Choose from Island Bures (in the garden) or Beachfront Bures (directly on the beach).

It is an approx 2 hour journey by car and boat from Nadi airport.

Offer Receive 4 nights for the price of 3. Offer dates vary call for details.

Offer Adults eat at kids prices. 5 night stays. Offer dates vary.

Prices from £65 per person per night, including breakfast daily.

Prices from £199 per person per night, based on room only.

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FIJI Hotels and Cruise

★★★★★

★★★★★

LIKULIKU LAGOON RESORT

YASAWA ISLAND RESORT & SPA

Fiji’s luxury escape for couples. All bures are suspended over the lagoon.

Thirty-six bures line the pristine beachfront, some have private plunge pools and feature music systems, private courtyards and outdoor showers. Resort facilities include a restaurant, two bars, a spa, a freshwater swimming pool, gym and boutique. Located only 16 miles from Nadi International Airport, Likuliku Lagoon Resort can be reached by fast catamaran, private speedboat, seaplane or helicopter.

Yasawa Island Resort and Spa is an exclusive luxury resort on one of the most remote and unspoiled islands of Fiji. Just 18 luxury bungalows are hidden among the palms, each just a few steps from a pristine white beach. Swim in crystal clear waters, dive on vividly coloured corals, connect with an ancient culture or indulge in Fiji’s first beachfront spa.

The short 35 minute flight from Nadi International Airport lands on the hotel’s private airstrip.

Offer Free helicopter transfers for 7 night stays. Dates vary.

Offer Receive 3 nights for the price of 2. Offer dates vary. Call for details.

Prices from £299 per person including all meals.

Prices from £330 per person per night, including all meals.

BLUE LAGOON FIJI 3 NIGHT CRUISE This wonderful cruise is ideal for those with limited time who want to sample the incredible Fiji islands, taking in the majestic southern Yasawa Island and the strikingly beautiful Modriki and Sacred Islands.

3 night Explorer Cruise includes • All scheduled cruise excursions and activities • Cruise accommodation with private ensuite facilities • All meals including soft drinks • Traditional Fijian entertainment • Snorkelling equipment

Fiji Princess The boutique cruise ship, Fiji Princess accommodates up to 68 passengers and measures only 55m in length, giving access to bays and islands that would be impossible to reach in a larger ship. You can get so close to shore, that the ship can tie off a coconut tree and you can swim to the beach! All cabins are above the waterline with large windows and en suite facilities. Ship facilities include an open-air dining room, sky deck bar, saloon bar, sun loungers on the large upper deck, spa, splash pool, library with games, in room DVD viewing, glass bottom boat tour, wifi (where reception allows) and a self-service laundry.

Prices from £669 per person based on twin share.

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FAR EAST STOPOVERS

3 DAY BANGKOK STOPOVER

3 DAY SINGAPORE STOPOVER

Bangkok is like no other city in the world, a discovery for even the most seasoned of travellers. Ancient golden temples, mystical pagodas, saffron-robed monks, towering skyscrapers and bustling open-air markets. You can explore the city sights by river bus or tuk-tuk, browse for bargains at the local markets, marvel at the Grand Palace and sample the colourful nightlife.

Singapore is about as westernised as Asia gets. A sparkling, clean city that retains a grip on tradition, Singapore offers some of the world’s best shopping and hotels, along with fantastic cuisine. Be sure to check out Chinatown, Boat Quay, Little India and the new Marina Bay area that offers a wide range of dining and entertainment options.

Includes • 2 nights 4, 4½ or 5-star hotel • Private airport transfers • Breakfast daily • Grand Palace Tour

Includes • 2 nights 4 or 5-star hotel • Private airport transfers • Breakfast daily • City Tour with Singapore Flyer

Day 1 Arrive Bangkok Met on arrival at Bangkok Airport and privately transferred to your chosen accommodation: 4-star Bel-Aire Bangkok, 4½-star Dusit Thani Bangkok or 5-star Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 1 Arrive Singapore Met on arrival and privately transferred to your chosen accommodation: 4-star Traders Hotel, Singapore or 5-star Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2 Grand Palace Tour Visit the spectacular Grand Palace, one of Thailand’s must-see sights including the Royal Palace. Next to the holy Wat Phra Kaew ‘Emerald Buddha’ and the vast reclining Wat Po ‘Reclining Buddha’. Tour departs daily except Sunday. Half-day tour.

Afternoon at leisure.

Day 3 Depart Bangkok Time at leisure before your transfer back to the airport for your onward flight.

• Why not stay another night and add one of the following tours: The Floating Market from £42 per person; The River Kwai from £73 per person.

Prices 4-star from £139 per person 4½-star from £179 per person 5-star from £239 per person

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Day 2 City Tour with Singapore Flyer Explore the city with a guided tour that takes you to the best of Singapore’s sights, both old and new. Finish the tour with a ride on the Singapore Flyer; a large ferris wheel offering superb views of Singapore. Half day tour. Departs daily. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 3 Depart Singapore Time at leisure before your private transfer back to the airport for your onward flight.

• Why not stay another night and add one of the following tours: Raffles Hotel with Afternoon Tea from £50; Night Safari from £30.

Prices 4-star from £299 per person 5-star from £389 per person

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FAR EAST STOPOVERS

3 DAY HONG KONG STOPOVER

3 DAY KUALA LUMPUR STOPOVER

Hong Kong has 5000 years of Chinese Culture and only 150 years of colonial rule. The gateway to China, Hong Kong has lost none of its appeal since the handover in 1997. Hong Kong Island, the birth place of the former British colony offers a spectacular skyline, while a Star Ferry ride across the magnificent harbour brings you to a vibrant Kowloon, offering a fascinating mix of streets, malls and markets.

A modern, exciting capital, and home to the tallest twin-tower building in the world, Kuala Lumpur retains the charm of another era, evident in its domes, mosques and Moorish architecture. Broad modern highways and glamorous shopping centres contrast with colonial mansions and mosques.

Includes • 2 nights 4 or 5-star hotel • Private airport transfers • Breakfast daily • Hong Kong Island Tour

Includes • 2 nights 4 or 5-star hotel • Private airport transfers • Breakfast daily • City Tour of Kuala Lumpur

Day 1 Arrive Hong Kong Met on arrival at Hong Kong Airport and privately transferred to your chosen accommodation: 4-star Metropark Causeway Bay or 5-star Harbour Grand Kowloon. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 1 Arrive Kuala Lumpur Met on arrival and privately transferred to your chosen accommodation: 4-star Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur or 5star The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2 Hong Kong Island Tour Enjoy fantastic views of the Hong Kong skyline from Victoria Peak, reached via the Peak tram. Head down to the waterfront at the famous fishing village of Aberdeen to see the junk boats and Stanley Market where you can pick up a bargain. Half day tour.

Departs daily. Afternoon at leisure.

Day 2 City Tour of Kuala Lumpur See the influential structures of KL city in one quick trip. Admire the architectural brilliance and landscapes.

See the National Monument, King’s Palace, National Museum, Independence Square, Sultan Abdul Samad Building and choose to have a snapshot at the Petronas Twin Towers or National Mosque. Half day tour. Departs daily. Afternoon at leisure

Day 3 Depart Hong Kong Time at leisure before your private transfer to the airport.

Day 3 Depart Kuala Lumpur Time at leisure before your private transfer to the airport.

• Why not stay another night and add one of the following tours: Predinner cocktail cruise from £30 per person; Macau day tour from £80 per person.

Prices 4-star from £199 per person 5-star from £259 per person

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Prices 4-star from £189 per person 5-star from £229 per person

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OTHER WORLDWIDE STOPOVERS DISNEYLAND

LOS ANGELES

★★★★

★★★

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT ANAHEIM

HOLIDAY INN LOS ANGELES AIRPORT HOTEL

Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim is the perfect choice when visiting Orange County, California. When location is important, this Anaheim Hotel is just minutes from Downtown Disney. Guests can enjoy spacious deluxe rooms and family-friendly kids’ suites. Facilities include a gym, outdoor pool and bistro café. Allow an hour each way for a taxi ride from Los Angeles International Airport. A 2 night stay gives a full day to enjoy the attractions of Disneyland (entrance to Disneyland not included).

Offering numerous guest-friendly amenities and located barely a mile from the airport, the Holiday Inn Los Angeles Airport Hotel, matches exceptional convenience and comfort, not to mention an easy trip to all that Los Angeles has to offer. Includes a complimentary 24-hour shuttle service to and from Los Angeles International Airport. Facilities include a heated outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, bar and restaurant. A 2 night stay would allow a full day visit to Universal Studios.

Prices from £90 per person for a 2 night stay.

Prices from £65 per person for a 2 night stay.

HAWAII

DUBAI

★★★★

★★★★

ASTON WAIKIKI BEACH HOTEL

HYATT PLACE DUBAI DEIRA

Everything about the Aston Waikiki Beach Hotel is fun and full of life from the urban Hawaiian beach theme in the lobby (surfboards and all) to the vibrant tropical colours of the hotels guest rooms. Simply put, this is one of Waikiki's most popular hotels. The hotel lies directly across from the most scenic section of Waikiki Beach, so you can get to your favourite spot on the beach with ease. Facilities include an outdoor pool and gym.

Easy taxi ride from Honolulu Airport.

Just 5 miles from Dubai Airport, the Hyatt Place Dubai Deira is centrally located. Comfortable accommodation and ideal for shopping. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, sunken pool bar and gym. This 3 day 2 night package includes roundtrip airport transfers, airport meet and greet service, breakfast daily and a Desert Dune Safari with a barbecue dinner. A wonderful experience with a drive out to the desert at sunset and dinner under the night sky.

Prices from £190 per person for a 2 night stay.

Prices from £189 per person for a 2 night package.

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BOOKING CONDITIONS Your contract is with Inspired by Australasia, a division of The Curzon Corporation Ltd, a member of ABTA. 1. Your Booking Contract When you make a booking you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. A contract will exist as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice. This contract is made on the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you wish to do so.

2. Your Financial Protection We provide full financial protection for our package holidays. When you buy an ATOL protected air holiday package from us you will receive a Confirmation Invoice and an ATOL Certificate from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 2949. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advance booking. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk When you buy a package holiday that doesn’t include a flight, protection is provided by way of a bond held by ABTA, the Travel Association (ABTA Y1862). If you book arrangements other than a package from this brochure, your monies are protected by way of a bond held by ABTA. 3. ABTA We are a Member of ABTA, membership number Y1862. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you

by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of, or in connection with this contract. The arbitration scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently. It provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you in respect of costs. The scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking. Neither does it apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The scheme can however deal with compensation claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Your request for arbitration must be received by ABTA within eighteen months of the date of return from holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if we agree, but the ABTA Code does not require such agreement. For injury and illness claims, you can request the ABTA Mediation Procedure and we have the option to agree to mediation Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com 4. Your Booking Price We reserve the right to alter the prices shown in the brochure. You will be advised of the current price of the arrangements that you wish to book before your contract is confirmed. When you make your booking you must pay a deposit of £300 per person or 10 percent of the holiday cost (whichever is the greater). For certain arrangements, especially extended overland tours, higher deposits may be required and you will be notified at the time of booking.

The balance of the price of your travel arrangements must be paid at least 10 weeks before your departure date. If the deposit and/or balance is not paid in time, we shall cancel your travel arrangements. If the balance is not paid in time we shall retain your deposit. All monies you pay to the travel agent are held by him on our behalf at all times.

Prices in the brochure were calculated using the following exchange rates as at 28 July 2014: A$1.80, NZ$1.98, USD 1.69, FJ$3.05, €1.26. Changes in transportation costs, including the cost of fuel, dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports and exchange rates mean that the price of your travel arrangements may change after you have booked. However there will be no change within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday if we are able to offer one (if this is of equivalent or higher quality you will not have to pay more but if it is of lower quality you will be refunded the difference in price), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges.

Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. Should the price of your arrangements go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of the total cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place.

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5. If You Change Your Booking If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made the booking or your travel agent. You will be asked to pay an administration charge of £30 per altered item, and any further cost we incur in making this alteration. You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as soon as possible. Note: Certain travel arrangements (e.g. (but not limited to) air tickets, accommodation, rail or touring products) may not be changeable after a reservation has been made and any alteration request could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.

6. If You Cancel Your Booking You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notification from the person who made the booking or your travel agent on your behalf must be received at our offices. Since we incur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown in clause 7. Note: if the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges.

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Brochure designed by Andrew Bogle. Printed by Focus All Media.

7. If We Change or Cancel Your Booking It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements, but we do plan the arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time.

Most of these changes will be minor and we will advise you or your travel agent of them at the earliest possible date.

We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel it. However, we will not cancel your travel arrangements less than 10 weeks before your departure date, except for reasons of force majeure or failure by you to pay the final balance. If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements, you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard

from us, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value). If it is necessary to cancel your travel arrangements, we will pay to you compensation as set out in this clause. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Other examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same standard. If we make a major change to your booking, we will inform you or your travel agent as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or cancelling your booking and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. In all cases, except where the major change arises due to reasons of force majeure, we will pay compensation as detailed below:* Period before departure within which notice of Cancellation or major change is received by us or notified to you More than 56 days 56-43 days 42-31 days 30–0 days

IF WE MAKE A MAJOR CHANGE TO YOUR HOLIDAY Amount you will receive from us Nil £20 £30 £50

IF WE CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY

IF YOU CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY

Amount you will receive from us

MAXIMUM amount of cancellation charge*

Deposit Only Monies paid + £20 Monies paid + £30 Monies paid + £50

Deposit Only 50% of holiday cost 75% of holiday cost 100% of holiday cost

The compensation that we offer does not exclude you from claiming more if you are entitled to do so. *In some circumstances higher cancellation fees may be applied by certain product suppliers e.g. (but not limited to) airlines, accommodation, rail or touring products. Should this be the case you will be notified of such fees before confirming your booking and these will apply in the event of a cancellation. These fees may be any amount up to 100% of the value of the product or booking value.

Force Majeure: This means that we will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control. These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions, epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport. In accordance with EU Regulation 2111/2005 we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flights.

8. If You Have A Complaint If you have a problem or any cause for complaint with your travel arrangements, please report it immediately directly to the supplier (e.g. the hotel manager), and as soon as possible bring it to the attention of our local representative / agent. They will try to rectify the problem at the time. If no representative/agent is available, or if they are unable to resolve the matter to your satisfaction, please refer to your travel documents for our contact details. If your complaint cannot be resolved locally having reported it, you must inform our representative/agent in writing whilst overseas and follow this up in writing to us within 28 days of your return home. If you fail to follow this procedure, we cannot accept responsibility for any problem or complaint that could have been rectified there and then had you notified us, the supplier or our representative/agent at the time. For all problems or complaints, failure to comply with this procedure may mean that your right to claim any compensation you may otherwise have been entitled to may be affected or lost as a result.

9. Our Liability to You If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements. However we will not be liable where any failure in the performance of the contract is due to: you; or a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel arrangements and where the failure is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall. Inspired by Asia does not accept any liability for any services or facilities which your hotel or any other supplier agrees to provide for you where the services or facilities are not advertised in our brochure and we have not agreed to arrange them. Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your package holiday provided by us. For any excursion or other tour that you book, your contract will be with the operator of the excursion or tour and not with us. We are not responsible for the provision of the excursion or tour or for anything that happens during the course of its provision by the operator. Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to a maximum of two times the cost of your travel arrangements.

Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner with any relevant international convention. You can ask for copies of the transport companies' contractual terms, or the international conventions, from our offices in Harrogate. Under EU law (Regulation 261/2004) you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details of these rights will be publicised at EU airports and will also be available from airlines. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in clause 7. If any payments to you are due from us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deducted from this amount. If your airline does not comply with these rules you should complain to the Air Transport Users' Council on 020 7240 6061 www.auc.org.uk 10. Prompt Assistance Overseas If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed as a result of failures attributable to a third party unconnected with the provision of the services, or as a result of failures due to unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall, and you suffer an injury or other material loss, we will offer you such prompt assistance as is reasonable in the circumstances.

This brochure is our responsibility, as your tour operator. It is not issued on behalf of, and does not commit the airlines mentioned herein or any airline whose services are used in the course of your travel arrangements. Please note that in accordance with Air Navigation Orders in order to qualify for infant status, a child must be under 2 years of age on the date of its return flight.

Published 12 August 2014. Prices and booking conditions valid from September 2014.

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Your Financial Protection When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong.

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