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Discover New Zealand by sea and land
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rand Pacific Tours, the New Zealand coach holiday specialist and Celebrity Cruises®, present this exclusive opportunity to discover New Zealand by Cruise and Coach. As the market leader for New Zealand Coach Holidays, we have something for everyone! If you like to travel in style combine our ‘business class’ ultimate small group coach (maximum 20 travellers) with the luxurious Celebrity Eclipse®. If you prefer a fully escorted tour from start to finish, combine the modern luxury of the Celebrity Solstice® with a scenic coach tour of New Zealand. Reward yourself with a complete New Zealand experience. We look forward to welcoming you to New Zealand, the land of the long white cloud and return home with memories to last a lifetime.
Peter Harding Managing Director
CONTENTS Discover New Zealand by sea and land Celebrity Eclipse® + Ultimate Small Group Touring 21 Day Ultimate Cruise and North Island Experience 21 Day Ultimate South Island Experience and Cruise Celebrity Solstice® + Fully Escorted Coach Touring 20 Day New Zealand Vista by Cruise and Coach 23 Day Best of New Zealand by Coach and Cruise Booking Terms and Conditions
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CLOCKWISE FROM FAR LEFT: Discover Mãori culture in Rotorua; enjoy a guided tour of a real movie set at Hobbiton; Auckland is a mix of natural wonders and urban adventures. GRAND PACIFIC TOURS
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CELEBRITY ECLIPSE® + ULTIMATE SMALL GROUP TOURING
Celebrity Eclipse® New to Australia
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e among the first to cruise on the luxurious Celebrity Eclipse® when it sets sail from Melbourne. Contemporary and indulgent, set sail in style surrounded by stunning décor, take your taste buds on a vacation with diverse dining options and enjoy endless entertainment. The Celebrity Eclipse® sets the standard for modern luxury, offering travellers a world-class experience and exceptional service.
AWARD-WINNING CUISINE Plot your own culinary voyage with a vast range of Award-Wining and exclusive dining options. As an AquaClass® guest you have exclusive access to Blu specialty restaurant. Enjoy the flavourful ‘clean cuisine’ for breakfast and dinner. There is also the opportunity to dine at one of the highly acclaimed specialty restaurants all with impeccable service and world-class cuisine.
STATEROOMS Enjoy the exclusivity and indulgence of your AquaClass® stateroom, located in a premium location on the ship and features a private balcony. Your AquaClass® stateroom experience includes an expanded room service breakfast menu, many luxurious spa elements, along with priority seating at Blu restaurant and access to the Relaxation Room and Persian Garden for stunning sea views.
WORLD-CLASS ENTERTAINMENT The list of onboard entertainment is endless. Whether you’re into late-night shows, live music performances, film, sports, art, relaxation or delicious cocktails, you will find a new experience at every turn.
SMALL GROUP TOURING
ULTIMATE BUSINESS CLASS ON WHEELS MAXIMUM 20 TRAVELLERS To compliment your luxurious cruise, explore New Zealand on land aboard the Ultimate Coach, a ‘business class on wheels’ experience. Indulge in a selection of 4.5 star handpicked accommodation, a range of bespoke attractions and iconic locations not visited on the cruise and enjoy VIP treatment. THE ULTIMATE COACH Be dazzled by the purpose-built Ultimate Coach featuring 20 luxury leather, reclining seats, panoramic viewing and a level of comfort unparalleled by any other vehicle. The design is state-of-the-art and complete with extensive onboard features including the latest finishes and technology.
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ATTRACTIONS AND SIGHTSEEING The list of iconic inclusions is vast and cover’s a range of experiences on both islands. From a moving walk through the Waipoua Forest to a stylish tour of Napier in a vintage car in the North Island to free time to explore the resort town of Queenstown and the mighty Aoraki / Mt Cook in the South.
21 DAY ULTIMATE CRUISE AND NORTH ISLAND EXPERIENCE
21 DAY ULTIMATE SOUTH ISLAND EXPERIENCE AND CRUISE
FROM $12,199 PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE TOUR CODE: UGPCN21
FROM $12,999 PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE* TOUR CODE: UGPCS21-R
2021 GUARANTEED departure Jan 15
2021 GUARANTEED departure Jan 17
Day Location Fly to Melbourne. Board Celebrity Eclipse® 1 Cruising 2 Sydney 3 4 - 5 Cruising Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds 6 Dunedin 7 Christchurch 8 Wellington 9 Cruising 10 Tauranga 11 Arrive Auckland. Board Ultimate Coach 12 13 - 14 Bay of Islands Auckland 15 16 - 17 Rotorua 18 - 19 Napier Wellington 20 Fly home 21
Day Location Fly to Christchurch 1 Franz Josef Glacier 2 3 - 5 Queenstown Invercargill 6 Dunedin 7 Mt Cook 8 Christchurch 9 10 Fly to Auckland. Board Celebrity Eclipse® 11 Tauranga 12 Cruising 13 Napier 14 Wellington 15 Picton 16 Christchurch 17 Dunedin 18 Dusky, Doubtful and Milford Sounds 19 - 20 Cruising 21 Melbourne *Includes internal flight.
All tours must be booked 150 days prior to departure to guarantee prices. GRAND PACIFIC TOURS
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Indulge in AquaClass® on Celebrity Eclipse® and tour in ultimate style
TOUR CODE: UGPCN21
21 Day Ultimate Cruise and North Island Experience NO HIDDEN EXTRAS TRAVEL SERVICES • Group Meet and Greet and welcome lunch in Melbourne • Hotel to airport transfer in Wellington, Day 21 • Port taxes • Comprehensive Documentation Pack Note: The airfare to Melbourne and transfer to the welcome lunch on Day 1 are not included. Please make own arrangements.
2021 GUARANTEED DEPARTURE Jan 15 ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR PRICE Tour includes transfers in NZ, luxury cruise, Ultimate 20 seat coach travel, 4.5 star accommodation, most meals, sightseeing, attractions + BONUS US$50 onboard credit per stateroom on the Celebrity Eclipse®. TOUR ONLY TWIN SHARE, PER PERSON SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
$NZ $12,199 $6300
PRE / POST STAYS Twin share Single WELLINGTON $180 $360
CELEBRITY ECLIPSE® CRUISE (DAY 1 - 11) • BONUS US$50 onboard credit per Stateroom • AquaClass® Stateroom • World-class dining in a range of unique venues (Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily) • Awesome entertainment • Endless engaging and exciting activities • Ports of call: - Sydney, free time to explore - Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sound, Fiordland National Park - Dunedin, Edinburgh of the South - Christchurch, the Garden City - Wellington, ‘Coolest Little Capital’ - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty - Auckland, ‘City of Sails’ • Gratuities on board
Extra night rates are per person and based on room only. Subject to availability.
All tours must be booked 150 days prior to departure to guarantee prices.
ULTIMATE SMALL GROUP TOURING (DAY 12 - 21) • Ultimate Small Group Tour Coach with 20 luxury leather reclining seats on a full-size vehicle, 2 door access and panoramic windows • Professional Coach Captain • 9 nights 4.5 star accommodation • 3 two night stays • Hotel porterage • 9 cooked breakfasts including a specialty breakfast: Stratosfare Restaurant, Rotorua • 8 sumptuous dinners including 3 specialty dinners: Mãori Hãngi and Concert, Rotorua; Winery Dinner, Napier; Farewell Dinner, selected beverages, Wellington • 1 Shire’s buffet lunch: Hobbiton™ • Souvenir group photo PREPAID ATTRACTIONS • Sky Tower • Kauri Museum • Footprints Waipoua Forest Tour* • Waitangi Treaty Grounds* • Sculptureum Experience • Hamilton Gardens* • Hobbiton Movie Set Tour™ • Skyline Gondola and Luge Ride • Agrodome • Thermal mud pools and geysers* • Tamaki Mãori Experience • Napier Vintage Car Tour* • Mission Estate Winery • Te Papa, NZ’s National Museum • City sights tour of Auckland and Wellington *Guided tour.
ITINERARY (B) Breakfast. (L) Lunch. (D) Dinner. (SD) Specialty Dinner.
DAY 1: Arrive Melbourne (L,D) Arrive in Melbourne, where you will be met by your Grand Pacific Tours representative for a welcome lunch. Meet your fellow travellers before boarding the Celebrity Eclipse®. Overnight Celebrity Eclipse® Port Times Depart at 17:00 DAY 2: Cruising (B,L,D) The Celebrity Eclipse® offers an unparalleled wealth of dining. As an AquaClass® guest you have exclusive access to your own restaurant, Blu, which offers healthy and delicious breakfast and dinner choices. TRAVEL IN STYLE MERCHANDISE Make sure you look the part when on tour. A Tour Jacket, NZ$88 and Tour Cap, NZ$28 are available for sale. Purchase both items for NZ$105 normally NZ$116.
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DAY 3: Sydney (B,L,D) Considered to be one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the Southern Hemisphere, Sydney offers just about anything - from beaches and wineries to stunning landmarks and world-class shopping. The day is yours to explore. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 22:00
DAY 4 - 5: Cruising (B,L,D) Cruise across the Tasman Sea to the Land of the Long White Cloud. DAY 6: Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds (B,L,D) Sail into the narrow fiords of Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds. Your ship will seem to shrink in comparison to the towering cliffs topped by lush mountain terrain. Scenic cruising. DAY 7: Dunedin (B,L,D) Situated on the magnificent Otago coastline, explore Dunedin’s historic architecture and beautiful botanic gardens. Port Times Arrive 09:00 Depart 17:00 DAY 8: Christchurch (B,L,D) In Christchurch you will see state-of-theart architecture, vibrant street art, bustling restaurants, laneways and green public spaces. Take time to explore the city by tram or Edwardian punt along the tranquil Avon River. Port Times Arrive 07:00 Depart 18:00
DAY 9: Wellington (B,L,D) Situated at the southern end of the North Island, Wellington was recently named the ‘Coolest Little Capital’. On the waterfront is Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum, one of the best interactive museums in the world. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 17:00
Experience the luxury of AquaClass®
DAY 10: Cruising (B,L,D) Relax and enjoy the comforts of this stunning superliner. While at sea enjoy the onboard facilities, world-class cuisine and the entertainment not to mention your AquaClass® balcony stateroom.
• Premium ship location close to Spa • Welcome bottled water • Daily delectable delights • Exclusive access to Blu speciality restaurant • Unlimited access to the Persian Garden • Spa Concierge • VIP tour of the Spa • Wellness consultations • In-room amenities including plush bathroom robes, slippers, towels, use of binoculars, complimentary beach towel and shoeshine service
DAY 11: Tauranga (B,L,D) Located in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is situated at the entrance to one of the largest natural harbours in New Zealand. Port Times Arrive 07:45 Depart 18:45 DAY 12: Arrive Auckland - City Sights Tour (B,D) This morning sail into the beautiful ‘City of Sails’, Auckland. Disembark the ship, meet your Ultimate Coach Captain and enjoy a city tour of Auckland. This afternoon visit Sky Tower, one of New Zealand’s most spectacular attractions. This evening enjoy a complimentary pre dinner drink at your hotel. Hotel Crowne Plaza Auckland DAY 13: Auckland - Hokianga - Bay of Islands (B,D) Depart Auckland and travel to Matakohe to enjoy an informative talk at the Kauri Museum. After lunch travel to Hokianga, home to some of the largest remaining kauri trees in the world. Join the unforgettable Footprints Waipoua Forest Tour, where a local guide will explain how these trees are intertwined with the lives of the local Mãori and the important role played in the ecosystem that is the Waipoua Forest. Continue to Paihia, situated in the heart of the beautiful Bay of Islands. Hotel Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands (Deluxe Room. 2 nights)
DAY 16: Auckland - Rotorua (B,L,D) Travel to Waikato’s most visited attraction, the Hamilton Gardens. A guided tour will take you on a journey from the peaceful Sung Dynasty Chinese Scholar’s garden into an Italian Renaissance garden followed by the grandeur of the Indian Char Bagh garden. Next visit Hobbiton for lunch followed by an experience of the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set. A guide will escort you through the ten acre site recounting fascinating details of how the set was created. Continue to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. Hotel Regent of Rotorua (2 nights)
DAY 14: Bay of Islands (Free Day) (B,D) Today is free to choose from the many optional activities available. You may like to take a coach trip to Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach, the Hole in the Rock Cruise, or a spectacular scenic flight. The choice is yours and your Coach Captain will be available to assist.
DAY 17: Rotorua (B,SD) Today begins with a Gondola ride to the Stratosfare Restaurant where a buffet breakfast and spectacular views are on offer. There is also time for a luge ride! Next stop is the Agrodome for an action-packed hour of farming entertainment and education that’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Travel to Te Puia for a tour of the boiling mud pools and awesome Geysers that Rotorua is famous for. Enjoy some free time this afternoon before travelling to a Mãori Village for an interactive and educational experience which culminates with a cultural performance and traditional Hãngi feast.
DAY 15: Bay of Islands - Auckland (B) This morning join a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the location of the signing of the treaty between the Mãori tribes and the British. Farewell the Bay of Islands and drive south via Whangarei and Warkworth to Matakana to visit Sculptureum, an art experience that is internationally unique. Enjoy time to wander through the Garden of Creative Diversity and to view the hundreds of displayed works in the Galleries and garden all designed to amuse and inspire. Return to Auckland where this evening is free to dine at leisure. Hotel Crowne Plaza Auckland
DAY 18: Rotorua - Napier (B,D) Depart Rotorua and travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway to Huka Falls and Lake Taupo. Continue to Napier known at the ‘The Art Deco Capital’, where the most comprehensive collection of art deco buildings in the world can be found.
This afternoon relive the glamour and style of the jazz era with a luxurious vintage car tour. Your driver will provide informative commentary on the city’s fascinating history. Enjoy some time at leisure this afternoon. Hotel Scenic Hotel Te Pania (2 nights) DAY 19: Napier (Free Day) (B,SD) Today is free to explore the city at leisure. Napier is home to many fine wineries, restaurants, bars and cafes. The Sea Walls collection of magnificent murals painted on more than 50 walls around the city is a must do. This evening you will dine at Mission Estate Winery, established in 1851 and known as New Zealand’s oldest winery and the birthplace of New Zealand wine. DAY 20: Napier - Wellington (B,SD) Travel south into Wellington for a city tour of the national’s capital which will showcase the history and culture. A highlight will be time to explore Gallipoli: A Scale of War exhibition at Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum. Cutting edge technology brings these stories to life through the eyes of New Zealanders who found themselves in extraordinary circumstances. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner including selected beverages with your new friends. Hotel InterContinental Wellington (Deluxe Room) Day 21: Depart Wellington (B) Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.
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Travel in a small group and enjoy a cruise on the Celebrity Eclipse®
TOUR CODE: UGPCS21-R
21 Day Ultimate South Island Experience and Cruise NO HIDDEN EXTRAS TRAVEL SERVICES • Internal flight from Christchurch to Auckland^ • Airport to hotel transfer in Christchurch, Day 1 • Port taxes • Comprehensive Documentation Pack Note: The airfare and transfer from Melbourne to your homeport on Day 21 is not included. Please make own arrangements.
2021 GUARANTEED DEPARTURE Jan 17 ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR PRICE Tour includes airfares^, transfers in NZ, luxury cruise, Ultimate 20 seat coach travel, 4.5 star accommodation, most meals, sightseeing, attractions + BONUS US$50 onboard credit per stateroom on the Celebrity Eclipse®. TOUR ONLY TWIN SHARE, PER PERSON SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
ULTIMATE SMALL GROUP TOURING (DAY 1 - 10) • Ultimate Small Group Tour Coach with 20 luxury leather reclining seats on a full-size vehicle, 2 door access and panoramic windows • Professional Coach Captain • 9 nights 4.5 star accommodation • 1 three night stay • Hotel porterage • 9 cooked breakfasts • 8 sumptuous dinners including 1 specialty dinner: Walter Peak Homestead, Queenstown • 1 picnic lunch • 1 Ultimate High Tea: Larnach Castle • Souvenir group photo
$NZ $12,999 $6900
PRE / POST STAYS Twin share Single CHRISTCHURCH $200 $400 Extra night rates are per person and based on room only. Subject to availability.
All tours must be booked 150 days prior to departure to guarantee prices.
PREPAID ATTRACTIONS • TranzAlpine Rail Journey • Skyline Queenstown Gondola and Luge Ride • Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw • Lakes District Museum • Bill Richardson Transport World* • Burt Munro, World’s Fastest Indian Memorabilia • Larnach Castle* • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre • International Antarctic Centre • City sights tour of Christchurch *Guided tour.
CELEBRITY ECLIPSE® CRUISE (DAY 11 - 21) • BONUS US$50 onboard credit per Stateroom • AquaClass® Stateroom • World-class dining in a range of unique venues (Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily) • Awesome entertainment • Endless engaging and exciting activities • Ports of call: - Auckland, ‘City of Sails’ - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty - Napier, Art Deco Capital - Wellington, ‘Coolest Little Capital’ - Picton, Marlborough Sounds Gateway - Christchurch, free time to explore - Dunedin, Edinburgh of the South - Dusky, Doubtful and Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park • Gratuities on board
ITINERARY (B) Breakfast. (L) Lunch. (D) Dinner. (SD) Specialty Dinner.
DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch (D) On arrival into Christchurch you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy a complimentary pre dinner drink as you meet your travelling companions. Hotel Sudima Christchurch City
TRAVEL IN STYLE MERCHANDISE Make sure you look the part when on tour. A Tour Jacket, NZ$88 and Tour Cap, NZ$28 are available for sale. Purchase both items for NZ$105 normally NZ$116.
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DAY 2: Christchurch - Arthurs Pass - Franz Josef (B,D) This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone before continuing to Franz Josef where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers. Hotel Te Waonui Forest Retreat
DAY 3: Franz Josef - Queenstown (B,D) See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south along the West Coast to the township of Fox Glacier. Continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque Queenstown, a year-round resort situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Hotel Heritage Queenstown (Studio Suite, Lakeview. 3 nights) DAY 4: Queenstown Sightseeing (B,SD) This morning board a scenic Gondola for a ride to the top of Bob’s Peak to take in the panoramic views of Queenstown and surrounding mountains. There is even time for a thrilling luge ride! Enjoy some free time at leisure. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Sit back, relax and enjoy a delicious gourmet barbecue dinner featuring a menu of seasonal, fresh and locally sourced food at the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as you cruise back to Queenstown.
DAY 5: Queenstown (Free Day) (B) Enjoy a day at leisure to soak in the atmosphere of one of New Zealand’s most exciting and beautiful destinations. With many sightseeing options on offer, your Coach Captain is available to assist. Why not experience the thrill of a jet boat ride, a heritage tour to Skippers Canyon or get up close to a Kiwi bird. This evening is also free to dine at one of the many eateries found in town.
Experience the luxury of AquaClass® • Premium ship location close to Spa • Welcome bottled water • Daily delectable delights • Exclusive access to Blu speciality restaurant • Unlimited access to the Persian Garden • Spa Concierge • VIP tour of the Spa • Wellness consultations • In-room amenities including plush bathroom robes, slippers, towels, use of binoculars, complimentary beach towel and shoeshine service
DAY 6: Queenstown - Invercargill (B,D) Farewell Queenstown and travel to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village where you can visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue to New Zealand’s southernmost city, Invercargill. This afternoon a guided tour is included of the Bill Richardson Transport World, an amazing private collection housed in a purpose-built Art Deco building. Displays include vintage trucks, rare classic cars, petrol pumps as well as an evergrowing showcase of Wearable Arts. Hotel The Ascot Park Hotel DAY 7: Invercargill - Dunedin (B,L,D) A trip to Invercargill wouldn’t be complete without a visit to see some of the memorabilia of the legendary Burt Munro, Speed Bike Racer, as depicted in the movie ‘The World’s Fastest Indian’. Continue through the remarkable region of The Catlins, where lush rainforest spills onto brilliant beaches. Visit the spectacular triple tiered cascading waterfall at Purakauni and enjoy a picnic lunch. Travel to Nugget Point, where there are opportunities to see wildlife as you walk to the lighthouse with spectacular views. Arrive into Dunedin for your overnight stay. Hotel Distinction Dunedin DAY 8: Dunedin - Mt Cook (B,D) Travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle, hear the tragic and scandalous stories on a guided tour. There is time to wander around this Garden of International Significance followed by an Ultimate High Tea served in the Grand Ballroom. Farewell Dunedin and travel to Oamaru famous for its limestone. Follow the Waitaki River and see Lake Benmore as you travel to Mt Cook. There is time this afternoon to discover the history of this iconic region in The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. Hotel The Hermitage Hotel (Aoraki Wing) DAY 9: Mt Cook - Christchurch (B,D) This morning marvel at Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity is available to enjoy a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the Southern Alps. Continue to Lake Tekapo and view the brilliant turquoise water, the Church of the Good Shepherd and the Sheep Dog Statue before arriving into Christchurch. Here you will visit the International Antarctic Centre, designed to provide an informative account of life in Antarctica. Feel the chill of the Antarctic storm room, take a ride on the Hagglund all-terrain vehicle, see the little blue penguins and be astonished within the immersive 4D theatre. Enjoy a city tour before arriving at your hotel. Hotel Sudima Christchurch City
DAY 10: Christchurch - Auckland (B,D) Enjoy a leisurely start to your day before boarding a local flight to the ‘City of Sails’, Auckland located in the North Island. You will be transferred to the wharf to board the Celebrity Eclipse® to commence your 11 night cruise around New Zealand and back to Australia. Overnight Celebrity Eclipse® Port Times Depart 18:00 DAY 11: Tauranga (B,L,D) Located in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is situated at the entrance to one of the largest natural harbours in New Zealand. Port Times Arrive 07:45 Depart 18:30 DAY 12: Cruising (B,L,D) Relax and enjoy the comforts of this stunning superliner. While at sea enjoy the onboard facilities, world-class cuisine and the entertainment not to mention your AquaClass® stateroom. DAY 13: Napier (B,L,D) The beautifully preserved 1930s Art Deco architecture is Napier’s special point of difference. The best way to enjoy the streetscape is on a self-guided walk. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 17:00 DAY 14: Wellington (B,L,D) Situated at the southern end of the North Island, Wellington was recently named the ‘Coolest Little Capital’. On the waterfront is Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum, one of the best interactive museums in the world. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 17:00
DAY 15: Picton (B,L,D) Cruise through the many inlets and bays that make up the Marlborough Sounds to Picton, the gateway to the South Island. This small seaport is only a short distance from the Marlborough wine region, famous for its sauvignon blanc. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 17:00 DAY 16: Christchurch (B,L,D) In Christchurch you will see state-of-theart architecture, vibrant street art, bustling restaurants, laneways and green public spaces. Take time to explore the city by tram or Edwardian punt along the tranquil Avon River. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 17:00 DAY 17: Dunedin (B,L,D) Situated on the magnificent Otago coastline, explore Dunedin’s historic architecture and beautiful botanic gardens. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 17:00 DAY 18: Dusky, Doubtful and Milford Sounds (B,L,D) Sail into the narrow fiords of Dusky, Doubtful and Milford Sounds. Your ship will seem to shrink in comparison to the towering cliffs topped by lush mountain terrain. Scenic cruising. DAY 19 - 20: Cruising (B,L,D) Enjoy a quiet refuge by day, gazing over the sea with cocktail in hand. DAY 21: Melbourne (B) Time to say goodbye after a memorable New Zealand holiday.
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CELEBRITY SOLSTICE® + FULLY ESCORTED COACH TOURING
Celebrity Solstice® Modern luxury
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he luxurious Celebrity Solstice® offers you more than you ever imagined. From the first lawn club at sea, exceptional service, luxurious accommodation and culinary excellence, this sophisticated cruise ship takes your onboard experience to a whole new level. STATEROOMS Relax in your spacious Deluxe Balcony Stateroom, complete with a private balcony with ocean views. Enjoy a room packed with thoughtful touches and amenities such as complimentary 24-hour room service, Egyptian cotton bed linen, interactive flat screen TV – to name a few.
your inner foodie on a culinary journey. Experience impeccable service and world-class cuisine, savour bold flavours and enjoy interactive, open-air grilling with ocean views at the Lawn Club Grill. WORLD-CLASS ENTERTAINMENT Explore a variety of clubs, bars and lounges – each a unique destination unto itself. Witness professional productions, beautiful musical arrangements and side-splitting comedy in the grand Solstice Theatre - the premier live performance venue aboard Celebrity Solstice®.
AWARD-WINNING CUISINE Enjoy an array of flavours and a wide selection of restaurants to suit every mood. With menus inspired by, and sourced from, the incredible regions visited by the Celebrity Solstice®, awaken
Scenic coach tour Relaxed pace
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xperience the sights and iconic locations not accessible whilst on your cruise. From the comfort of a modern coach, traverse winding roads in the safe hands of a professional Coach Captain and Tour Leader whilst taking in their expert knowledge and professional commentary. Encounter a diverse range of unique attractions, such as a Mãori cultural performance and traditional Hãngi, whilst relaxing in in the comfort of 4 star accommodation. MODERN COACHES Enjoy your tour in comfort on a modern 48 seat coach featuring panoramic windows, air conditioning, comfortable reclining seats, entertainment system, onboard restroom, two-door access and cold-water storage PROFESSIONAL COACH CAPTAINS Handpicked for their expert knowledge and extensive driving experience the
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Coach Captain will be on hand to assist you with every aspect of the tour. Enjoy the professional commentary including numerous facts and figures, myths, legends and many laughs along the way. FULLY ESCORTED An experienced Grand Pacific Tour Leader will accompany you throughout the tour. Not only will they make you feel welcome and relaxed, they will also ensure you enjoy a memorable Kiwi experience. ATTRACTIONS AND SIGHTSEEING A comprehensive range of attractions are included in your tour from the geothermal wonderland that is Rotorua and a Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tour in the North Island, to the worldrenowned TranzAlpine Rail Journey and breathtaking Queenstown in the South Island.
20 DAY NEW ZEALAND VISTA BY CRUISE AND COACH
23 DAY BEST OF NEW ZEALAND COACH AND CRUISE
FROM $9499 PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE* TOUR CODE: CSGP20
FROM $10,049 PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE* TOUR CODE: CSGP23-R
2021 GUARANTEED departure Feb 12
2020 GUARANTEED departure Nov 13
Day Location Fly to Sydney. Board Celebrity Solstice® 1 2 - 3 Cruising Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds 4 Dunedin 5 Christchurch 6 Wellington 7 Cruising 8 Tauranga 9 Arrive Auckland. Board Coach 10 11 - 12 Bay of Islands Auckland 13 14 - 15 Rotorua Fly to Queenstown 16 Queenstown 17 Franz Josef Glacier 18 Christchurch 19 Fly home 20
Day Location Fly to Christchurch 1 Franz Josef Glacier 2 3 - 4 Queenstown Fly to Auckland 5 6 - 7 Bay of Islands Auckland 8 9 - 10 Rotorua 11 Auckland. Board Celebrity Solstice® 12 Tauranga 13 Cruising 14 Picton 15 Akaroa 16 Dunedin 17 Dusky, Doubtful and Milford Sounds 18 - 19 Cruising 20 Hobart 21 Cruising 22 Eden Sydney 23
*Includes internal flight.
*Includes internal flight.
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Enjoy a 9 night cruise combined with a coach tour including the picturesque Bay of Islands
TOUR CODE: CSGP20
20 Day New Zealand Vista by Cruise and Coach NO HIDDEN EXTRAS TRAVEL SERVICES • Tour Leader • Internal flight from Auckland to Queenstown^ • Hotel to airport transfer in Christchurch, Day 20 • Port taxes • Comprehensive Documentation Pack Note: The airfare and transfer to Sydney on Day 1 to join the cruise is not included. Please make own arrangements.
2021 GUARANTEED DEPARTURE Feb 12 ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR PRICE Fully escorted tour includes airfares^, transfers in NZ, luxury cruise, modern coach travel, 4 star accommodation, most meals, sightseeing, attractions + BONUS US$50 onboard credit per stateroom on the Celebrity Eclipse®. TOUR ONLY TWIN SHARE, PER PERSON SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
$NZ $9499 $4850
PRE / POST STAYS Twin share Single CHRISTCHURCH $140 $280 Extra night rates are per person and based on room only. Subject to availability.
All tours must be booked 150 days prior to departure to guarantee prices.
CELEBRITY SOLSTICE® CRUISE (DAY 1 - 9) • BONUS US$50 onboard credit per Stateroom • Deluxe Balcony Stateroom • Group Meet and Greet + Welcome Dinner • World-class dining in a range of unique venues (Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily) • Awesome entertainment • Endless engaging and exciting activities • Ports of call: - Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sound, Fiordland National Park - Dunedin, Edinburgh of the South - Christchurch, free time to explore - Wellington, ‘Coolest Little Capital’ - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty - Auckland, ‘City of Sails’ • Gratuities on board
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PREPAID ATTRACTIONS • Sky Tower • Kauri Museum • Footprints Waipoua Forest Tour* • Waitangi Treaty Grounds* • Sculptureum Experience • Hamilton Gardens* • Hobbiton Movie Set Tour™ • Skyline Gondola and Luge Ride • Agrodome • Thermal mud pools and geysers* • Tamaki Mãori Experience • TranzAlpine Rail Journey • City sights tour of Auckland *Guided tour is included with 1 guide per 24 travellers.
ITINERARY (B) Breakfast. (L) Lunch. (D) Dinner. (SD) Specialty Dinner.
DAY 1: Arrive Sydney (D) Arrive in Sydney where you will be met by your Grand Pacific Tours Leader aboard the Celebrity Solstice®. Meet your travelling companions this evening at dinner. Overnight Celebrity Solstice® Port Times Depart at 18:45 DAY 2 - 3: Cruising (B,L,D) Relax and enjoy the comforts of this stunning superliner. While at sea enjoy the onboard facilities, world-class cuisine and the entertainment not to mention your deluxe balcony stateroom. Cruise across the Tasman Sea to the Land of the Long White Cloud.
TRAVEL IN STYLE MERCHANDISE Make sure you look the part when on tour. A Tour Jacket, NZ$88 and Tour Cap, NZ$28 are available for sale. Purchase both items for NZ$105 normally NZ$116.
SCENIC COACH TOUR (DAY 10 - 20) 48 seat modern coach travel, 2 door access, restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows • Professional Coach Captain • 10 nights 4 star accommodation • 3 two night stays • Hotel porterage • 1 rail journey • 10 cooked breakfasts including a specialty breakfast: Stratosfare Restaurant, Rotorua • 8 sumptuous dinners including 2 specialty dinners: Mãori Hãngi and Concert, Rotorua; Farewell Dinner, Christchurch • 1 Shire’s buffet lunch: Hobbiton™
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DAY 4: Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds (B,L,D) Sail into the narrow fiords of Milford, Doubtful and Dusky Sounds. Your ship will seem to shrink in comparison to the towering cliffs topped by lush mountain terrain. Scenic cruising. DAY 5: Dunedin (B,L,D) Situated on the magnificent Otago coastline, explore Dunedin’s historic architecture and beautiful botanic gardens. Port Times Arrive 09:00 Depart 17:00
DAY 6: Christchurch (B,L,D) In Christchurch you will see state-of-theart architecture, vibrant street art, bustling restaurants, laneways and green public spaces. Take time to explore the city by tram or Edwardian punt along the tranquil Avon River. Port Times Arrive 07:00 Depart 18:00 DAY 7: Wellington (B,L,D) Situated at the southern end of the North Island, Wellington was recently named the ‘Coolest Little Capital’. On the waterfront is Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum, one of the best interactive museums in the world. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 17:00 DAY 8: Cruising (B,L,D) Enjoy a quiet refuge by day, gazing over the sea with a cocktail in hand. DAY 9: Tauranga (B,L,D) Located in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is situated at the entrance to one of the largest natural harbours in New Zealand. Port Times Arrive 08:30 Depart 19:45
Enjoy spectacular views from the Skyline Gondola, Rotorua.
DAY 10: Arrive Auckland - City Sights Tour (B,D) This morning arrive into the beautiful ‘City of Sails’, Auckland. Disembark the ship and meet your Coach Captain for a city tour of Auckland. This afternoon visit Sky Tower at leisure, one of New Zealand’s most spectacular attractions. Hotel SkyCity Hotel DAY 11: Auckland - Hokianga - Bay of Islands (B,D) Depart Auckland and travel to Matakohe to enjoy an informative talk at the Kauri Museum. After lunch travel to Hokianga, home to some of the largest remaining kauri trees in the world. Join the unforgettable Footprints Waipoua Forest Tour, where a local guide will explain how these trees are intertwined with the lives of the local Mãori and the important role played in the ecosystem that is the Waipoua Forest. Continue to Paihia, situated in the heart of the beautiful Bay of Islands Hotel Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands (2 nights) DAY 12: Bay of Islands (Free Day) (B,D) Today is free to choose from the many optional activities available. You may like to take a coach trip to Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach, the Hole in the Rock Cruise, or a spectacular scenic flight. The choice is yours and your Coach Captain and Tour Leader will be available to assist. DAY 13: Bay of Islands - Auckland (B) This morning join a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the location of the signing of the treaty between the Mãori tribes and the British. Farewell the Bay of Islands and drive south via Whangarei and Warkworth to Matakana to visit Sculptureum, an art experience that is internationally unique. Enjoy time to wander through the Garden of Creative Diversity and to view the hundreds of displayed works in the Galleries and garden all designed to amuse and inspire. Return to Auckland where this evening is free to dine at leisure. Hotel SkyCity Hotel
DAY 14: Auckland - Rotorua (B,L,D) Travel to Waikato’s most visited attraction, the Hamilton Gardens. A guided tour will take you on a journey from the peaceful Sung Dynasty Chinese Scholar’s garden into an Italian Renaissance garden followed by the grandeur of the Indian Char Bagh garden. Next visit Hobbiton for lunch followed by an experience of the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set. A guide will escort you through the ten acre site recounting fascinating details of how the set was created. Continue to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. Hotel Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua (Superior Room. 2 nights) DAY 15: Rotorua (B,SD) Today begins with a Gondola ride to the Stratosfare Restaurant where a buffet breakfast and spectacular views are on offer. There is also time for a luge ride! Next stop is the Agrodome for an action-packed hour of farming entertainment and education that’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Travel to Te Puia for a tour of the boiling mud pools and awesome Geysers that Rotorua is famous for. Enjoy some free time this afternoon before travelling to a Mãori Village for an interactive and educational experience which culminates with a cultural performance and traditional Hãngi feast. DAY 16: Rotorua - Auckland - Queenstown (B,D) Travel to Auckland Airport where you will board a local flight to picturesque Queenstown, located in the South Island. Meet your South Island Coach Captain and travel to this year-round resort located on the shores of magical Lake Wakatipu. Hotel Copthorne Hotel and Resort Lakefront (2 nights)
DAY 17: Queenstown (Free Day) (B) Today is a free day. There are plenty of sightseeing options and your Coach Captain and Tour Leader are available to assist. This evening is also at leisure, you may choose to dine high above Queenstown at the Skyline Restaurant (optional) or board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu for a gourmet barbecue at the Colonel’s Homestead, Walter Peak Station (optional). DAY 18: Queenstown - Franz Josef (B,D) Depart Queenstown and travel via the Haast Pass to the West Coast, an area of stunning beauty. See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel north to the township of Fox Glacier. Continue to Franz Josef where time is available (weather permitting) to experience a scenic flight (optional) over the spectacular glaciers. Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Douglas Wing) DAY 19: Franz Josef - Arthur’s Pass - Christchurch (B,SD) Travel to Hokitika and visit the Greenstone Factory. Continue to Arthur’s Pass and board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel through spectacular gorges, river valleys and over massive viaducts before completing your journey in Christchurch. This evening enjoy a farewell dinner with your new found friends. Hotel Distinction Christchurch Hotel Day 20: Depart Christchurch (B) Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.
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Experience New Zealand by Coach and on a relaxing ocean cruise
TOUR CODE: CSGP23-R
23 Day Best of New Zealand by Coach and Cruise NO HIDDEN EXTRAS TRAVEL SERVICES • Tour Leader • Internal flight from Queenstown to Auckland^ • Airport to hotel transfer in Christchurch, Day 1 • Port taxes • Comprehensive Documentation Pack Note: The airfare and transfer from Sydney to your homeport on Day 23 is not included. Please make your own arrangements.
2020 GUARANTEED DEPARTURE Nov 13 ALL INCLUSIVE TOUR PRICE Fully escorted tour includes airfares^, transfers in NZ, luxury cruise, modern coach travel, 4 star accommodation, most meals, sightseeing, attractions + BONUS US$50 onboard credit per stateroom on the Celebrity Eclipse®. TOUR ONLY TWIN SHARE, PER PERSON SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
$NZ $10,049 $4950
PRE / POST STAYS Twin share Single CHRISTCHURCH $140 $280 Extra night rates are per person and based on room only. Subject to availability.
All tours must be booked 150 days prior to departure to guarantee prices.
TRAVEL IN STYLE MERCHANDISE Make sure you look the part when on tour. A Tour Jacket, NZ$88 and Tour Cap, NZ$28 are available for sale. Purchase both items for NZ$105 normally NZ$116.
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SCENIC COACH TOUR (DAY 1 - 10) • 48 seat modern coach travel, 2 door access, restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows • Professional Coach Captain • 10 nights 4 star accommodation • 3 two night stays • Hotel porterage • 1 rail journey • 10 cooked breakfasts including a specialty breakfast: Stratosfare Restaurant, Rotorua • 8 sumptuous dinners including specialty dinner: Mãori Hãngi and Concert, Rotorua • 1 Shire’s buffet lunch: Hobbiton™ PREPAID ATTRACTIONS • TranzAlpine Rail Journey • Sky Tower • Kauri Museum • Footprints Waipoua Forest Tour* • Waitangi Treaty Grounds* • Sculptureum Experience
Hamilton Gardens* Hobbiton Movie Set Tour™ • Skyline Gondola and Luge Ride • Agrodome • Thermal mud pools and geysers* • Tamaki Mãori Experience • City sights tour of Auckland • •
*Guided tour is included with 1 guide per 24 travellers.
CELEBRITY SOLSTICE® CRUISE (DAY 11 - 23) • BONUS US$50 onboard credit per Stateroom • Deluxe Balcony Stateroom • Group Meet and Greet • World-class dining in a range of unique venues (Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily) • Awesome entertainment • Endless engaging and exciting activities • Ports of call: - Auckland, ‘City of Sails’ - Tauranga, Bay of Plenty - Picton, Marlborough Sounds Gateway - Akaroa, French inspired village - Dunedin, Edinburgh of the South - Dusky, Doubtful and Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park - Hobart, free time to explore - Eden, Sapphire Coast • Gratuities on board
ITINERARY (B) Breakfast. (L) Lunch. (D) Dinner. (SD) Specialty Dinner.
DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch (D) On arrival into Christchurch you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Hotel Distinction Christchurch Hotel DAY 2: Christchurch - Arthurs Pass - Franz Josef (B,D) This morning board the TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. Travel over massive viaducts, river valleys and spectacular gorges as you ascend to Arthur’s Pass located in the centre of the Southern Alps. Board your coach and travel to Hokitika, famous for its Greenstone before continuing to Franz Josef where time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers. Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Douglas Wing)
DAY 3: Franz Josef - Queenstown (B,D) See the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel south along the West Coast to the township of Fox Glacier. Continue via the Haast Pass, an area of stunning beauty before arriving into picturesque Queenstown, a year-round resort situated on the shores of magical Lake Wakatipu. Hotel Copthorne Queenstown Lakefront (2 nights) DAY 4: Queenstown (Free Day) (B) Today is a free day. There are plenty of sightseeing options and your Coach Captain and Tour Leader are available to assist. This evening is also at leisure, you may choose to dine high above Queenstown at the Skyline Restaurant (optional) or board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu for a gourmet barbecue at the Colonel’s Homestead, Walter Peak Station (optional).
DAY 5: Queenstown - Auckland (B,D) Travel to Queenstown Airport where you will board a local flight to the ‘City of Sails’, Auckland, located in the North Island. Meet your North Island Coach Captain and enjoy a city tour. This afternoon includes a visit to Sky Tower at leisure, one of New Zealand’s most spectacular attractions. Hotel SkyCity Hotel DAY 6: Auckland - Hokianga - Bay of Islands (B,D) Depart Auckland and travel to Matakohe to enjoy an informative talk at the Kauri Museum. After lunch travel to Hokianga, home to some of the largest remaining kauri trees in the world. Join the unforgettable Footprints Waipoua Forest Tour, where a local guide will explain how these trees are intertwined with the lives of the local Mãori and the important role played in the ecosystem that is the Waipoua Forest. Continue to Paihia, situated in the heart of the beautiful Bay of Islands. Hotel Scenic Hotel Bay of Islands (2 nights) DAY 7: Bay of Islands (Free Day) (B,D) Today is free to choose from the many optional activities available. You may like to take a coach trip to Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach, the Hole in the Rock Cruise, or a spectacular scenic flight. The choice is yours and your Coach Captain and Tour Leader will be available to assist. DAY 8: Bay of Islands - Auckland (B) This morning join a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, the location of the signing of the treaty between the Mãori tribes and the British. Farewell the Bay of Islands and drive south via Whangarei and Warkworth to Matakana to visit Sculptureum, an art experience that is internationally unique. Enjoy time to wander through the Garden of Creative Diversity and to view the hundreds of displayed works in the Galleries and garden all designed to amuse and inspire. Return to Auckland where this evening is free to dine at leisure. Hotel SkyCity Hotel DAY 9: Auckland - Rotorua (B,L,D) Travel to Waikato’s most visited attraction, the Hamilton Gardens. Your guide will share the story of how the gardens were transformed into a Garden of International Significance. Visit Hobbiton for lunch followed by an experience of the real Middle-earth with a visit to the Hobbiton Movie Set. A guide will recount the fascinating details of how the set was created. Continue to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua. Hotel Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua (Superior Room. 2 nights)
TranzAlpine Rail Journey.
DAY 10: Rotorua (B,SD) Today begins with a Gondola ride to the Stratosfare Restaurant where a buffet breakfast and spectacular views are on offer. There is also time for a luge ride! Next stop is the Agrodome for an action-packed hour of farming entertainment and education that’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Travel to Te Puia for a tour of the boiling mud pools and awesome Geysers that Rotorua is famous for. Enjoy some free time this afternoon before travelling to a Mãori Village for an interactive and educational experience which culminates with a cultural performance and traditional Hãngi feast. DAY 11: Rotorua - Auckland (B,D) Travel to Auckland where you will board the Celebrity Solstice® to commence your 12 night cruise around New Zealand and back to Australia. Overnight Celebrity Solstice® Port Times Depart 18:30 DAY 12: Tauranga (B,L,D) Located in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga is situated at the entrance to one of the largest natural harbours in New Zealand. Port Times Arrive 09:30 Depart 16:15 DAY 13: Cruising (B,L,D) Relax and enjoy the comforts of this stunning superliner. While at sea enjoy the onboard facilities, world-class cuisine and the entertainment not to mention your deluxe balcony stateroom. DAY 14: Picton (B,L,D) Cruise through the many inlets and bays that make up the Marlborough Sounds to Picton, the gateway to the South Island. This small seaport is only a short distance from the Marlborough wine region, famous for its sauvignon blanc. Port Times Arrive 08:00 Depart 17:00
DAY 15: Akaroa (B,L,D) Nestled in the heart of an ancient volcano, Akaroa is rich with beautiful bays and home to the rarest and smallest marine dolphin. Port Times Arrive 07:00 Depart 18:00 DAY 16: Dunedin (B,L,D) Situated on the magnificent Otago coastline, explore Dunedin’s historic architecture and beautiful botanic gardens. Port Times Arrive 07:00 Depart 17:00 DAY 17: Dusky, Doubtful and Milford Sounds (B,L,D) Sail into the narrow fiords of Dusky, Doubtful and Milford Sounds. Your ship will seem to shrink in comparison to the towering cliffs topped by lush mountain terrain. Scenic cruising. DAY 18 - 19: Cruising (B,L,D) Enjoy a quiet refuge by day, gazing over the sea with cocktail in hand. DAY 20: Hobart (B,L,D) Docking in Hobart gives you immediate access to Mount Wellington and its incredibly beautiful surrounds. From here you can look out over the busy harbour, which plays host to yachts from all over the world. Port Times Arrive 09:00 Depart 17:00 DAY 21: Cruising (B,L,D) A day at sea allows you to further explore all that this luxurious ship has to offer. DAY 22: Eden (B,L,D) Located on the Sapphire Coast, Eden is steeped in whaling history and is one of Australia’s best spots for whale watching. Port Times Arrive 07:00 Depart 16:00 DAY 23: Sydney (B) Time to say goodbye after a memorable New Zealand holiday.
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BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS Payment and completion of the GOOD TO GO Form to your Travel Agent acknowledges that you have read, understood and accepted these booking conditions. Grand Pacific Tours (GPT) is a 100% Australian owned company. For a full list of booking terms and conditions, refer to the GPT website at gptnz.com. Deposits and Payment At time of booking a deposit of $900 per person is required for tours travelling on the 48 seat coach and $1200 per person for Ultimate Small Group Tours. The balance of payment, including any merchandise, is due 90 days prior to departure. Passport and Visa Requirements All visitors require a passport to enter New Zealand. Your passport must be valid for at least three months past the date that you intend to leave. For Australian citizens travelling on an Australian passport, you do not need a visa or permit to visit New Zealand. Visitors from visa-waiver countries must request an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) prior to travelling to New Zealand. For visitors from non-visa waiver countries it is recommended you contact your Travel Agent or NZ Immigration for full entry requirements. If you are not an Australian Citizen or permanent resident, you may also have to pay for an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL). Please check with your Travel Agent for up to date immigration requirements. Prices All holiday prices are based on schedules, fares and tariffs current at the time of printing. GPT reserves the right to vary the cost of tours if necessary, by reason of currency fluctuation, component cost increase or airfare cost. Tour costing will be guaranteed at the price prevailing at the date of final payment. The option to embark or disembark a Celebrity® Cruise in other Australian ports is available however the tour fare remains the same. Luggage Limits Each traveller is entitled to travel with ONE suitcase on tour measuring (length + width + depth) no more than 150cm. Ultimate Small Group travellers are entitled to up to TWO suitcases (if airline ticket permits). Weight limits also apply to luggage due to Occupational Health and Safety issues. Approximately, the maximum suitcase weight allowed is 23kg. If a traveller brings more than the allocated limit of luggage, any additional arrangements made to get their luggage to the final destination will be at their own expense. Please be aware that oversized or overweight luggage may be refused to be carried by coach companies. All travellers are supplied with a Grand Pacific Tours Travel Bag for personal and small items which can be carried on the coach when travelling. The travel bag is designed to carry a maximum of 6kg. Due to limited space on board the coach, please ensure carry-on bags are approximately (length + width + depth) 81cm with a maximum weight restriction of 6kg. All luggage is entirely at the ‘owner’s risk’, GPT takes no responsibility for accidental damage or loss. Staterooms The prices in this brochure are based on the stateroom type specified on the individual itinerary. No upgrades from the stateroom type listed are available Pre / Post Accommodation in New Zealand Hotel check-in time is approx. 3pm and check-out is approx. 10am. If early hotel check-in or late check-out is required due to flight schedules, additional accommodation will need to be purchased. The rates quoted in this brochure are only valid for one night, room only and subject to availability. Any additional meals will need to be ordered and purchased directly with the hotel, BB rates cannot be provided. Additional nights are subject to availability and may be charged at the prevailing rate by the hotel.
Dietary Requests GPT limit special dietary requests to Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Lactose Intolerant and Diabetic. These will be requested to the hotel but cannot be guaranteed. Meal options may be limited. As a volume group tour operator, contracting specific menus which range from Buffet to A-la-carte, the logistics of arranging meals meeting the correct criteria over an extended touring itinerary can be challenging and cannot be guaranteed to meet the expectations of the traveller. Therefore, religious dietary requests (i.e. Hindu Vegetarian, Kosher, Halal) cannot be accommodated. Any further intolerances needing to be managed are the responsibility of the traveller. Airlines have restricted dietary conditions which vary, ask at time of booking. Single Travellers Paying the Single Supplement covers the sole use of accommodation only, the 48-seat coach is not single seating, you will be required to sit with a fellow traveller. Travel on the Ultimate Small Group Tour Coach is single seats. Coach Seat Rotation For the enjoyment of all travellers GPT operates a daily seat rotation system which all travellers must participate in as a condition of booking. There are no exceptions to this policy. Cancellations / Transfer of Booking In the event a traveller cancels off a tour the following fees apply. - 151 or more days prior to departure 50% of the deposit (i.e. $350) is refundable. Cost of Trans-Tasman airline ticket if issued is non-refundable. - 91 to 150 days prior to departure loss of the full deposit plus the cost of Trans-Tasman airline ticket if issued. - 71 to 90 days prior to departure, loss of 25% of the total package price. - 31 to 70 days prior to departure, loss of 50% of the total package price. - 0 to 30 days prior to departure, loss of 100% of the total package price. If a traveller wishes to cancel their existing booking and transfer to a new departure date, the above cancellation fees still apply. Health and Fitness Payment of deposit by traveller(s) to GPT acts as a warranty that the traveller(s) is / are reasonably healthy and / or fit to participate in the tour and the traveller(s) indemnifies GPT from all actions, claims and demands arising out of any want of health and fitness. GPT reserves the right to remove a traveller from a tour if their health and / or fitness interferes with the tour or other traveller(s) tour experience in any way. Travelling with a collapsible wheelchair / mobility scooter is subject to availability at the time of booking as each tour only has the capacity to cater for one wheelchair/mobility scooter traveller. Accessible Rooms are subject to availability and not always allocated in the room type advertised. Responsibilities GPT advises that the service it provides is for the booking and packaging of goods and services provided by other operators such as cruise ships, hotels and transportation companies. Travellers are advised to familiarise themselves with the terms and conditions on which these services are supplied. Accordingly, GPT will not be responsible and will be excluded from liability for any loss, damage, omission or acts being negligent or otherwise, committed by the operators of airlines, cruise ships, coach companies, hotels or attractions used in connection with the tours.
Transfers Airport transfers are included on the first and last day of your GPT tour and / or pre or post tour accommodation directly linked with the tour hotel. Transfers cannot be re-routed to other pick up points or destinations. No refund will be given for unused transfers. Inter-terminal airport transfers are not included. On arrival in New Zealand, the transfer vehicle will wait up to 1 hour after the flight lands. If your flight is delayed or has changed please contact GPT. Travellers who miss the pre-booked transfers must make their own way to / from the GPT tour hotel at their own expense. Special Offers Only one special offer is applicable per booking and must be advised at time of booking. There will be no retrospective discounts applied. Any offers by Celebrity Cruises® are subject to validity dates and can be withdrawn at any time due to capacity. Any Celebrity Cruises® offer is out of the control of GPT. Onboard Credits BONUS US$ onboard credit is per stateroom and based on minimum number of staterooms sold. Late Bookings Booking’s made inside 150 days prior to departure date, are subject to availability and may incur a surcharge. Onboard credits may not be available. Celebrity Cruises® reserve the right to recall any unnamed staterooms at any time due to capacity. Gratuities Onboard gratuities included in the brochure price, cover restaurant and stateroom services only. This does not cover any specialty services purchased on board the Celebrity Solstice® or gratuities for the Crew, which are at the discretion of the traveller. Tour Leader The cruise component on the tours including the Celebrity Solstice® is only fully escorted when minimum numbers are reached. Cruise Check-In All travellers must be checked-in and be on board the ship no later than 90 minutes prior to the published sailing time or they will not be permitted to sail. If you are not on board at least 90 minutes before the ship’s scheduled sailing time, Celebrity Cruises® are entitled to assume that you do not intend to travel. Your booking will then be cancelled, 100% cancellation charges will apply, no refund provided. Cruises Concluding in Australia On any cruises that conclude in Australia it is recommended that onward flights are booked after midday. Internet Most hotels have internet access available. Not all hotels offer free Wi-Fi, charges may apply. GPT do not have any influence over hotel Wi-Fi access and related costs. Internet access is available on the Celebrity Cruises® for a fee. Privacy Policy For a full version of our Privacy Policy refer to the GPT website at gptnz.com/privacy-statement. Validity Brochure valid for travel from November 2020 - March 2021.
Documentation GPT documentation including any merchandise will be made available on the first night of the tour. Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate early requests for documentation. Ticket wallet is one per person.
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