SWEDEN FINLAND ESTONIA RUSSIA DENMARK NORWAY

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1 BALTICS & BEYOND $ 5999 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE THAT S % 40 OFF TYPICALLY $9999 SWEDEN FINLAND ESTONIA RUSSIA DENMARK NORWAY THE OFFER It is true a picture can say a thousand words, but nothing compares to experiencing the jaw-dropping beauty of Northern Europe first hand. From the fjords of Norway to the medieval wonders of Estonia, this 19 day tour and cruise package makes it easier than ever to explore the region. Discover the wonders of the north by land and sea through Norway, Denmark, Russia, Estonia and beyond. Witness the beauty of the Norwegian landscape on a train from Geilo to Myrdal, ride the scenic Flam Railway, and enjoy a two-hour mini cruise on spectacular Sognefjord. Visit the cities of Oslo, Bergen and Stavanger, plus see Christiansborg Palace and the Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen. A thrilling nine-night cruise aboard the Norwegian Breakway - a ship with 20 dining options, 12 bars, a water park, and Broadway style entertainment - is sure to be a highlight. Dock in the grand city of St Petersburg, visit the Old Town of Tallinn, and more. This once-in-a-lifetime package includes return flights, seven nights hotel accommodation, 34 meals and much more. INSIDE STATEROOM $5999 OCEANVIEW STATEROOM $6999 BALCONY STATEROOM $7499 *Please note: all information provided in this brochure is subject to both change and availability. Prior to purchase please check the current live deal at or contact our customer service team on TRIP (8747) for the most up-to-date information. If you have already purchased this deal, the terms and conditions on your Travel Voucher apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure.

2 THE ITINERARY Day 1 Australia Oslo, Norway Today depart from either Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth for Oslo! Fly with either Lufthansa, Swiss Airways, Singapore Airlines, Emirates, Etihad Airways or Thai Airways to name a few (subject to availability). Meals included: In-Flight Day 2 Arrive in Oslo Upon arrival into Oslo, you will be met and transferred to the hotel. Overnight: Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, Alna-Oslo Meals included: None Day 3 Oslo Flåm - South Sognefjord Stalheim (approx. 360km day) After breakfast meet the local tour leader who will be with you throughout the tour. Drive through Hønefoss to Geilo, where you will board the local NSB train for a journey into the Norwegian fjord landscape. The train departs around noon to Myrdal, and in Myrdal you will switch to the historical mountain train Flåmsbana. It is a magical one hour train journey, which presents opportunities to witness waterfalls up close. Upon arrival into Flåm, you will take a two hour cruise between Flåm and Gudvangen to the deepest fjord in Norway, the Sognefjord. Meet the coach in Gudvangen and drive to panoramic Stalheim. Overnight: Stalheim Hotel, Stalheim (South Sognefjord) Day 4 Stalheim Bergen (approx. 200km day) This morning, travel via Voss and into the Bergen - Capital of the fjords. Arrive at approx. 12:00pm. You will meet the English-speaking local guide at the Fish Market Square, and have a guided tour of the most famous attractions of the city. Finish the tour at 2:00pm at the Fløibanen Funicular. Continue up on the funicular to Mount Fløyen, at the top is an outstanding view of Bergen. Those who wish to spend a little time shopping around at the local market can stay at the harbour front. At 3:30pm, meet the coach again and transfer to the hotel for check in. Overnight: Thon Hotel Orion, Bergen Day 5 Bergen Stavanger (approx. 210km day) This morning drive south towards Stavanger on the North Atlantic Sea. Travel by ferry from Helhjem to Sandviksvåg, passing the picturesque town of Ålesund, and then continue on to Stavanger, with a ferry crossing between Mortavika and Arsvågen. In the evening take an opportunity to enjoy a short stroll along the beautiful old harbour in Stavanger. Overnight: Scandic Stavanger City, Stavanger Day 6 Stavanger Free Day Enjoy a free day at leisure to explore the historic harbour town of Stavanger. An optional cruise to the spectacular Lysefjorden fjord is also possible (not included). Overnight: Scandic Stavanger City, Stavanger Day 7 Stavanger Kristiansand - Aarhus, Denmark (approx. 550km day) Enjoy some free time this morning until check out at 10:30am. Meet the coach for a drive along the southern coast towards Kristiansand. Here board the Colour Line ferry towards Hirtshals in northern Denmark. The ferry leaves at 4:30pm, and arrives at 7:45pm. Onboard there are plenty of opportunities for shopping and dining. Please make sure to have dinner onboard (not included), as upon arrival there is a 2.5 hour drive down the northside of Denmark. Arrive into Jutland s capital, Aarhus - the second largest city in Denmark. Check in and overnight. For those who wish to enjoy a late

3 THE ITINERARY summers evening, it s a nice stroll along the Aarhus Harbour with plenty of small and cosy bars and cafes. Overnight: Scandic Hotel Aarhus Vest, Aarhus Day 8 Aarhus Odense - Copenhagen (approx. 300km day) This morning check out of the hotel and drive south, across the fjord of Vejle and the Island of Funen. Make a short stop at Odense for a stroll in the city centre of Denmark s third largest city, and the former home of famous fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen. After the stroll, cross the Great Belt Bridge towards Sealand, and reach Copenhagen around 2:00pm. Meet the local tour guide in front of the Tivoli Gardens, and go for a sightseeing tour. See famous local sights including The Christiansborg Parliament, The Royal Palace, The Little Mermaid, Strøget - the longest pedestrian street in Europe - and the Nyhavn Canal, an area home to numerous restaurants and bars. At 4:00pm, check in to the hotel. In the evening finish the tour by visiting one of the oldest amusement parks in the world, the incredible Tivoli Gardens with the illuminated lights. Optionally you can order a 3 course farewell dinner (not included) in one of the most historic restaurants of the Garden, Påfuglen. Please note: this dinner has to be ordered 30 days in advance, in order to make sure there will be space. Overnight: Scandic Hotel Glostrup, Copenhagen Day 9 Copenhagen Begin 9 Night Norwegian Cruise After breakfast enjoy the morning at leisure. Check out at the latest is 11:30am. A coach transfer will be arranged from the hotel to the cruise port (guide assistance, no tour leader). Enjoy lunch onboard and settle in before your Norwegian Cruise Liner departs Copenhagen at 5:00pm. Please note: Due to security reasons, all guests must be onboard 2 hours before sailing (indicated on your cruise ticket). Day 10 Berlin (Warnemünde), Germany Its been more than two decades since the walls came down and Berlin became unified in many ways, including the pursuit of joy. Germany s capital city is a city that balances cosmopolitan chic with a liberal undercurrent of creativity and cool. Famous landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag fascinate. The elegant Bavarian Quarter amazes. Overnight: Norwegian Cruise Lines - Norwegian Breakaway Day 11 At Sea Overnight: Norwegian Cruise Lines - Norwegian Breakaway Day 12 Tallinn, Estonia - 9:00am to 4:30pm Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, impresses cruise guests with its mix of medieval houses, modern boutiques, and welldeveloped cafe culture. Journey inside the ancient walls of Old Town to explore stunning Medieval landmarks like Toompea Castle and a 15th Century apothecary shop (not included). Move up a couple centuries to experience Tsar Peter I s Kadriorg Palace (not included), filled with art and surrounded by sculpted gardens and peaceful woodlands. Day 13 St. Petersburg, Russia - Arrive 7:00am Founded by Russian Tsar Peter the Great, St Petersburg has been a cultural centre of Russia for centuries, with spectacular architecture, Tchaikovsky operas and the famous Kirov ballet. It has undergone many changes over

4 THE ITINERARY the years, but the Venice of the North remains a dazzling cruise destination, a Russian city with a European flair, a city with more than 200 museums, and one of the largest English gardens in Europe. Day 14 St. Petersburg, Russia - Depart 7:00pm Enjoy a second day exploring the beautiful city of St Petersburg. Why not take advantage of one of Norwegian Cruise Line s many optional shore excursions, gaining insight into the best St Petersburg has to offer. Day 15 Helsinki, Finland - 7:00am to 4:00pm Welcome to Helsinki, a city defined more by its people and Art Nouveau architecture than its chilly climate (from October to April). Often called the White City of the North, Helsinki is a classic sea-city with a dramatic coastline coloured by bays and inlets. Though there is plenty of modern development, the city has thankfully kept much of its history intact. Day 16 Stockholm / Nynashamn Standard Itinerary: Stockholm, Sweden - 8:00am to 4:00pm Cruise Stockholm Archipelago Laced by an ingenious network of waterways and bridges strung between a freshwater lake and the sea, Stockholm is easily seen on foot or by waterway cruise. Its old gabled townhouses peer over cobblestone streets, while the magnificent 17th-century palace sits watching over the harbour. Enjoy a cruise through the Stockholm Archipelago, the second largest archipelago in the Baltics with over 30,000 islands. September 6 itinerary variation: Nynashamn (Stockholm), Sweden - 8:00am to 7:00pm When your cruise ship pulls into this small Swedish port, you ll be greeted by ferries transporting travellers to Gotland island. Nynashman hosts a harbour party each summer where boaters and travellers alike flock. The small, laid back town offers picture-taking opportunities from the surrounding scenic nature and of course, the Baltic Sea. Day 17 At Sea Day 18 Arrive at 7:00am - Copenhagen, Denmark - Australia After breakfast onboard disembark the cruise and make your own way to the airport for your return flight to Australia (transfer not included). Please note: Disembarkation usually begins two hours after docking. ;In-Flight Day 19 Arrive in Australia Please note, some flights may arrive in Australia +1 day later.

5 TOUR INCLUSIONS HIGHLIGHTS Experience Norway, Denmark, Germany, Finland, Estonia, Russia and Sweden Enjoy a scenic coach tour through Norway and Denmark Admire the landscape on a local train from Geilo to Myrdal Ride the Flåm Railway from Myrdal to Flåm Enjoy a 2 hour mini cruise on the spectacular Sognefjord Experience a locally guided tour of UNESCO listed Bergen Ride the Fløibanen Funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen Relax on two ferry crossings in Norway Explore the old harbour city of Stavanger on a free day Enjoy a scenic local ferry ride from Norway to Denmark Stroll the harbour front in Aarhus, Denmark Stop in Odense, the former home of Hans Christian Andersen See Christiansborg Palace on a locally guided city tour of Copenhagen Walk the Strøget; the longest pedestrian shopping street in Europe Visit the vibrant Tivoli Gardens amusement park Explore the port city of Warnemünde (Berlin) Journey inside the medieval city of Tallinn Dock overnight in St. Petersburg Visit Helsinki, the White City of the North Explore vibrant Stockholm ACCOMMODATION 7 nights hotel accommodation on tour CRUISE 9 night Baltic cruise to Russia and Sweden with Norwegian Cruise Lines Sail aboard the magnificent Norwegian Breakaway ship Selected onboard entertainment and pre paid gratuities DINING Enjoy 34 meals including daily breakfast TOUR ESSENTIALS English speaking tour leader (Day 3 to 9) English speaking tour guides (Day 4 & Day 8) Airline and cruise taxes and surcharges TRANSPORT Transportation by private vehicles TRANSFERS Airport to hotel (Day 2) Hotel to cruise port (Day 9) FLIGHTS Return international flights (economy class) departing SYD/MEL/BNE/ADL/PER

6 IMPORTANT INFORMATION *Please note: all information provided in this brochure is subject to both change and availability. Prior to purchase please check the current live deal at au or contact our customer service team on TRIP (8747) for the most up-to-date information. If you have already purchased this deal, the terms and conditions on your Travel Voucher apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure BOOKING INFORMATION After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation . You will also be directed to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete your Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase. Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below. On purchasing this Travel Offer you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions in addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information. Please Note: all additional charges are payable direct to your Travel Consultant (unless otherwise stated). OFFER ESSENTIALS Travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 6th September Travel offer is valid for one person based on twin share. Single Traveller Supplement For solo travellers a mandatory single supplement applies. - Inside Stateroom: $ Ocean View Stateroom: $ Balcony Stateroom: $3300 Departure Dates (2018) May: 21, 30 August: *1 September: 6^ Please note: date indicated with a ^ indicates an itinerary change on day 16, where the ship will dock at Nynashamn (approx. 40 minutes from Stockholm) instead of Stockholm. Surcharges Please note: dates with a * incur a cruise high season surcharge of $200 per person. Departure Cities Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth. FLIGHTS Airline(s) Used Swiss Airways, Austrian Airways, Lufthansa, Scandanavian Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Thai Airways, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air France, KLM, Finnair, Emirates, Etihad, Alitalia, Air Berlin, British Airways plus any codeshare partners (subject to availability). Arrive early in Oslo, Norway $200 per person, subject to availability Please note: - This fee does not include extra nights accommodation, meals or airport transfers. - No flight booking changes or cancellations permitted after air tickets have been issued. - Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking. Stay behind in Copenhagen, Denmark $200 per person, subject to availability Please note: - This fee does not include extra nights accommodation, meals or airport transfers. - No flight booking changes or cancellations permitted after air tickets have been issued. - Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking. Stopover Packages Twin share: $450 per person/each way Solo Traveller: $700 each way Locations: * Singapore * Dubai Includes: - 2 Nights in 4 star accommodation - Daily breakfast - Return airport transfers Please note: - An outbound and inbound stopover may be chosen; however the stopover location must be the same each way, due to the airline used. - Stopover packages are subject to availability. Flight Class Upgrades - Premium Economy: Starting from $2899* per person - Business Class: Buy now for $6499 per person Please note: - *Starting from quotes will be processed and returned for your consideration. - All Premium Economy and Business Class upgrades are subject to availability (if we are not able to fulfill your business class request the upgrade cost will be refunded). - On any upgrade purchase, short haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed in a Premium or Business cabin; subject to aircraft configuration. - Please note: If Abu Dhabi or Dubai stopovers are offered, Premium Economy upgrades will not be available. CRUISES Cabins All cabins are subject to availability; some cabins may have restricted views. ACCOMMODATION Accommodation Used 3-4 Star (self-rated) - Oslo: Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre Alna-Oslo - Stalheim (South Sognefjord): Stalheim Hotel - Bergen: Thon Hotel Orion - Stavanger: Scandic Stavanger City - Aarhus: Scandic Hotel Aarhus Vest - Copenhagen: Scandic Hotel Glostrup - Cruise: Norwegian Cruise Lines - Norwegian Breakaway *Please note: rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type, and are subject to availability based on seasonality.

7 IMPORTANT INFORMATION Properties will be confirmed, no later than two weeks prior to travel. Extra Nights Not available. Maximum Room Capacity 2 people. Child Policy - No child discounts. Full price applies for all children travelling with their parents. - Strictly valid for Children/infants 12 years old and over. Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors allowed. Triple Share Not available. Bedding Configuration - Double or Twin Bedding on land tour (subject to availability). - Twin Bedding on cruise (subject to availability). Adjoining Rooms (Interconnecting Rooms) Not available. GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION Minimum group size 25, maximum group size 44 per vehicle. Optional Tours / Activities Day 6: STAVANGER (Norway): - 3 hour Lysefjord Cruise: approx. 62 per person (approx. $93 AUD) Day 8: COPENHAGEN (Denmark): - Tivoli Gardens 3 course dinner at Påfuglen : approx. 69 per person (approx. $103 AUD) Please Note: The Lysefjord Cruise and Tivoli Gardens dinner must be booked in advance. Please state on your booking form if you would like to make a reservation for either of these two options. Please Note: - prices are based on per person, are subject to availability, time permitting and weather conditions, and are payable direct to the tour operator in the currency specified. - Some tours require minimum numbers to operate. - Shore excursions can be booked/ reserved directly with the cruise line prior to travel (subject to availability). - Shore excursions can also be booked whilst onboard (subject to availability). EXCLUSIONS - Visa fees and requirements (A visa for Russia is a strict requirement travelling on an Australian Passport - ONLY if you choose to enter independently into Russia without an organised shore excursion as part of cruise) - Meals/beverages not stated in the itinerary (including any specialty restaurants onboard cruise) - Gratuities/tipping * Recommended land: 5 per person/ day payable on tour * Mandatory Cruise: On any additional purchases made onboard - Optional activities/tours (including any onshore excursions as part of cruise) - Personal expenses - Transfer Cruise Port to Airport (Day 18) - Travel insurance (Strongly recommended OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION TOUR GUIDE vs TOUR LEADER Tour Guide: Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction in which he or she is guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves the group at the end of the tour, they do not travel with the group. Tour Leader: An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides in each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village, and offer information on the place visited on the bus, however they are not required to have specific knowledge on art, architecture, or history. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and if caught doing so, can be fined. Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all TripADeal travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when particularly required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. CRUISE: Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking. Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing. Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice. Check your specific sailing for exact departure and arrival times. All times are local to the port. COACH TOUR: Meals: Daily breakfast is included in the tour, for all other meals; lunches and dinners the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. You can also enquire about any allergies and food and if necessary advise meals to be to be prepared with any medication you require. Luggage: You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on the tour. With regards to luggage, you must carry your own luggage from the coach to the hotel room and back to the coach. The driver will assist with the uploading and offloading of their luggage from the coach. Gratuities: Gratuities (tips) are not included in the tour price for services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The recommended tip for the tour leader and driver is 5 per person per day, which will be collected whilst on tour. Pre-paid gratuities onboard the cruise are included in the package price. Any optional extras

8 IMPORTANT INFORMATION purchased onboard the cruise will have up to an 18% gratuity added. Fitness Level Required / Mobility: Our vehicles are not equipped with wheelchair access, so unfortunately our tours are currently not suitable for wheelchair users and those less mobile. Please note: a general level of fitness will be required. If you have any concerns please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel. VISAS A Tourist visa for Europe is not required for stays up to 90 days. A visa for Russia is a strict requirement ONLY if you choose to enter independently into Russia without an organised shore excursion as part of cruise (please note a Letter of invitation will be required in this instance). ****Please start arranging your visa at least 3 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours. Please Note: Passengers who are not Australian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required. by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. Changes within 30 days of departure $ person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. Changes within 14 days of departure $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. Name Changes Due To Passenger Error If the incorrect name has been advised to TripADeal, charges of $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider will apply. INSURANCE We are proud to offer a range of travel insurance products - please ask your Travel Consultant for more information. SCHEDULE OF FEES Voluntary Changes This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue. 1st Change - $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. 2nd Change - $ per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. Subsequent changes - $ per person + any additional charges applied