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2 day & overnight tours EGYPT Welcome day & overnight tours PORTUGAL SPAIN Saint Malo Tours Barcelona Madrid Valencia Ibiza Lisbon Gibraltar Tangier Rabat Caen Paris FRANCE Marseille Minorca Majorca Genoa Nice Venice Corsica Tuscany Sardinia Tunis TUNISIA Split Ancona ITALY Sicily SLOVENIA Rome Palermo Ljubljana Zagreb CROATIA Naples Dubrovnik Bari MALTA Corfu Kefalonia Thessaloniki Zakynthos Meteora GREECE Patra Athens Greek Islands Heraklion Crete Istanbul Kusadasi Rhodes Ankara Pamukkale CYPRUS MOROCCO Alexandria EGYPT Cairo Welcome to Sun Island Tours Dear Traveller, Sun Island Tours is proud to present our 2013 brochure featuring the best of Egypt and the Middle East. We invite you to travel through the land of the pharaohs in Egypt and the biblical settings of Israel. See the rose city of Petra in Jordan and float in the waters of the Dead Sea. Explore Oman s ethereal landscapes and beautifully preserved forts. Visit Lebanon and experience the fun of Beirut a city that truly never sleeps. We have increased our Dubai section to include more hotels and packages for you. Our 24 hour check-in hotels are a wonderful addition as they allow for unprecedented flexibility for those who arrive into Dubai at odd hours of the day. Abu Dhabi has retained a strong Arabic influence and offers an interesting contrast to Dubai. Our organised group departures have been very popular this year. Although we predominantly cater to individual travelling parties, we can also assist with our specialist knowledge in organising any tailor-made groups. For further information please contact your travel agent or visit our website at Our website has been enhanced to include a large amount of information about our destinations. Some of these enhancements include online brochures, videos on destinations, detailed descriptions, as well as subscriptions to our specials via social media. Thank you to our many repeat customers and a warm welcome to our new ones. General Manager Cover: Great Pyramid of Khufu, Giza. 2 sunislandtours.com.au

3 Cappadocia Suez Nicosia Luxor Aswan TURKEY LEBANON Beirut Amman ISRAEL Jerusalem Port Said JORDAN Petra BOOKING WITH SUN ISLAND TOURS ABU DHABI Earlybird Wholesale Airfares Book land arrangements with Sun Island Tours and save on our airfares to Europe with Emirates and Etihad Airways. Savings throughout the brochure Throughout the brochure we invite you to take advantage of our special early bird offers: Book and Pay on selected tours and packages to save! Second Tour discounts Book any two coach tours or cruises, of 5 nights or more, and receive a $50 discount per person. Not to be used in conjunction with any other special. Credit Cards Sun Island Tours accepts all Credit Cards and Eftpos. Surcharge applying only on American Express & Diners. New Products Sun Island Tours has introduced many new packages and tours. These can be easily identified with our NEW bubble. Guaranteed Departures Throughout our brochure you will come across tours with the tick symbol. This means that the tour is guaranteed. You can book this tour with the peace of mind that it won t cancel once it is confirmed. Muscat OMAN BOOK & PAY SAVE $$ SAVE $50 EGYPT...4 Cairo Hotels & Stopovers Egypt Regional Hotels....6 Egypt Day Tours...7 Egypt Private Land Packages Egypt Nile Cruises Egypt Nile Cruise & Private Land Packages Egypt Family Package Dahabeya Platinum Package...16 Extended Nile Cruise Package...17 Lake Nasser Cruises Nile & Lake Nasser Package Egypt Escorted Coach Tours JORDAN...28 Jordan Hotels & Stopovers Jordan Private Packages...30 Jordan Family Package Jordan Escorted Coach Tours ISRAEL...34 Israel Hotels & Stopovers Israel Day Tours...36 Israel Escorted Coach Tours LEBANON...40 Lebanon Hotels & Stopovers Lebanon Day Tours Lebanon Escorted Tours OMAN...44 Oman Hotels & Stopovers Oman Private Tours ABU DHABI...48 Abu Dhabi Hotels & Stopovers Abu Dhabi Day Tours Dubai City Hotels Dubai Jumeirah Beach Hotels Dubai 24 Hour Check-In Hotels...56 Dubai Day Tours...57 Dubai Special Interest Excursions Dubai Packages...58 Booking Conditions...59 Travel agents reservations: Nsw agents: (02) Suite 330, 410 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010 Facsimile: (02) info@sunislandtours.com.au Kyrenia Travel Services Pty Ltd t/as Sun Island Tours Licence No. 2TA ABN sunislandtours.com.au 3

4 Dubai Four GREAT Reasons THAT MAKE SUN ISLAND TOURS THE Dubai EXPERTS Largest selection of hotels 24 Hour Check-In rates Daily city tours & safaris Dozens of great activities Why? The magnificence of the architecture; the sail-shaped Burj Al Arab and the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world with its observation deck. Spice, gold and textile souks. The shopping centres. Bright blue beaches of Jumeirah. Cruise along the Dubai Creek. The man-made island of Palm Jumeirah. Cool down at Wild Wadi waterpark great for kids. Ski Dubai, an indoor ski field. The amazing desert sand dunes. World class restaurants. The Shawarma and Coffee. How? Emirates fly into Dubai. Etihad fly into Abu Dhabi (one hour transfer to Dubai serviced by the airline). Climate: Dubai has a subtropical climate with sunny days most of the year. The average high temperature in January is 22 C and can rise to 47 C in July. Currency: United Arab Emirates Dirham (AED). Electricity: UK 3 pin rectangular blade plug. Some hotels may have the European two round hole plug. Visa: Australian passport holders can obtain a Visit Visa upon arrival into the UAE, which is a non working visa valid for 60 days. Don t Miss Afternoon Tea at the iconic Burj Al Arab Hotel for its amazing views. It s the next best thing to staying there. AVERAGE TEMPERATURE C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec High Low *Note that the above information is a guide only and is subject to change. AL QASR /JUMEIRAH BEACH HOTEL LOCATIONS 22 MAIN ROADS ABU BAKR AL-SIDDIQ RD CLOCK TOWER AL MURAQQABAT AL MAKTOUM RD BOUK ALBAHAR BANIYAS RD SALAHUDDIN RD FOUNTAIN MALL ZA ABEL RD CREEK SHEIKH KHALIFA BIN ZAYED RD BUR 11 EMIRATES TOWERS 8 BASTAKIYA QUARTER DEIRA SPICE SOUQ NAIF SOUQ 19 3 BURI KHALIFA THE LAGOONS AL JADDAF 10 5 ZA ABEL DHOW-BUILDING YEAR PARK AL CULTURE VILLAGE JAFILIJA FLOATING BRIDGE PORT AL PORT SAEED MANKHOOL SAEED CREEKSIDE 23 PARK CREEK GOLF CLUB AL MAKTOUM BRIDGE E S W N AL MUTEENA AL RIGGA 9 7 KUWAIT RD SHEIKH KHALIFA BIN ZAYED RD AL MANKHOOL RD AL KHOR ST DEIRA DEIRA GOLD SOUQ PERFUME SOUQ AL RASHEED RD AL RASHEED RD AL KHALEEJ RD BANIYAS RD THE PALM 21 MALL OF 14 THE EMIRATES JUMEIRAH 15 BURJ AL ARAB 16 WORLD TRADE CENTRE SHEIKH RASHID RD GRAND MOSQUE AL RAS AL MINA RD CREEK JUMEIRAH RD PORT RASHID WILD WADI MARINA MARITIME CITY HERITAGE & DIVING VILLAGES SHEIKH SAEED AL-MAKTOUM HOUSE Dubai Citybreak 3 Days/2 Nights Operates Daily Day 1: Transfer from Dubai airport to your hotel. Overnight Dubai. Day 2: Half day city tour of Dubai including photo stop at the Burj al Arab and the Jumeirah Mosque. Continue to the see the wind towers of the Bastakia neighbourhood and the Dubai Museum before crossing Dubai Creek on a traditional abra to reach the gold and spice souks. (B) Day 3: After breakfast transfer to the airport. (B) Includes: Return coach transfers 2 Nights accommodation with breakfast Half day Dubai City Tour Airport Meet & Assist Dubai Explorer 4 Days/3 Nights Operates Daily Day 1: Transfer from Dubai airport to your hotel. Overnight Dubai. Day 2: Half day city tour of Dubai including photo stop at the Burj al Arab and the Jumeirah Mosque. Continue to the see the wind towers of the Bastakia neighbourhood and the Dubai Museum before crossing Dubai Creek on a traditional abra to reach the gold and spice souks. (B) Day 3: Afternoon 4WD adventure safari* through the golden sand dunes. Followed by a true Arabian sunset and camel riding at nearby Bedouin camp. A delicious barbecue dinner on open fires on a camp site set up with Persian rugs. Overnight Dubai. (B,D) Day 4: After breakfast transfer to the airport. (B) Includes: Return coach transfers 3 Nights accommodation with breakfast Half day Dubai City Tour Desert Safari 4WD Tour including Dinner Airport Meet & Assist RAMADAN is a special time to visit, however some activities are limited and restrictions may apply. Ramadan in 2013 is from Jul 9-Aug 8. Note: The sequence of the tours may vary depending on arrival day. Private transfers also available with Citybreak and Explorer packages. *4WD adventure safaris may not be suitable for persons of particular ages or those with existing medical conditions. 52 sunislandtours.com.au

5 CITY HOTELS 1 IBIS MALL OF THE EMIRATES 2 4 City Seasons 4 An excellent location across the road from the Mall of the Emirates and the world s largest indoor ski slope Ski Dubai. All rooms have air conditioning and some are interconnecting rooms for families travelling together. The hotel has two restaurant and a bar that is open every night until 2am. Jan 5-26 & Feb 1-23 & Mar 1- May 15 & Sep 15-Oct N/A N/A N/A 113 Jan & Feb N/A N/A N/A 149 May 16-Sep N/A N/A N/A 86 City Seasons Hotel is located 5 minutes walk from Dubai s International Airport and close to the city s thriving business district. Room facilities include Wi-Fi, living room and kitchen. Perfect for a meeting and any business requirements, however the hotel also caters for children. The hotel does not serve alcohol. Jan 1-Apr 30 & Oct May 1-Sep SUITE NOVOTEL MALL OF THE EMIRATES 3 5 TOWERS ROTANA 4 Adjacent to the Mall of the Emirates, this well-appointed hotel features 180 rooms. There is an outdoor pool, fitness centre and solarium for guests to enjoy. Each suite features air conditioning, a safe, a working desk and satellite TV. Triple room is a Master suite. Jan 5-26 & Feb 1-23 & Mar 1- May 15 & Sep 15-Oct Jan & Feb May 16-Sep In the heart of Sheikh Zayed Rd between Bur Dubai and Downtown, this hotel features one of the most enviable locations in Dubai. Each room has either a King size bed or twin beds, and is equipped with air conditioning, safe, satellite TV, coffee/tea facilities and internet connection. The hotel has a pool, fitness centre, sauna and steamroom. Great Value! Jan 6-May 15 & Sep 1-Dec May 16-Aug NOVOTEL DEIRA 4 6 SAVOY SUITES HOTEL APARTMENTS 4 Great Choice for Families Excellent location in the heart of Deira, facing the City Centre shopping mall. All 188 rooms feature air conditioning, mini bar, satellite TV, coffee making facilities and safe. Hotel facilities include 2 restaurants and 2 bars, outdoor pool, fitness centre, Wi-Fi Internet access and children friendly policy. There are no twin beds, only double bedding with the option of an additional sofa bed in each room. Jan 6-26 & Feb 1-23 & Mar 1- May 15 & Sep 15-Oct Jan & Feb May 16-Sep In Bur Dubai, midway between the airport and Dubai Mall. The 98 Studio Suites can each accommodate two adults and two children under 12. There are also larger rooms that can accommodate more guests. A well priced option for families, the hotel rooms are non-smoking and there is a pool and fitness centre. Complimentary in-room internet access is included. There are free shuttle services to both the beach and metro station. The hotel does not serve alcohol. Jan 1-Apr 30 & Oct May 1-Sep Minimum stays and blackout periods may apply. Supplements may apply during trade fairs and special events. Booking fee may apply to transfers. Additional hotel rates are available upon request. sunislandtours.com.au 53

6 CITY HOTELS 7 Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Rd 4 10 GRAND HYATT 5 An enviable location close to Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall makes this hotel a popular choice. 3 restaurants, 2 bars, a pool on the 43rd floor and chic rooms mean that this is the great value option. Triple room is a Preferred room. Jan 1-Mar 31 & Oct Apr 1-May 14 & Sep May 15-Aug AL MANZIL 4 Pure relaxation awaits you in this sprawling luxury resort. With 14 restaurants and bars, the hotel caters particularly well during the Ramadan period. The 674 rooms and suites are beautifully appointed, and the outdoor features include: swimming pools, tennis courts, and jogging track. A gym and wellness spa are also available and the Wafi City shopping mall is nearby. Triple room is a Creek room. Jan 8-26 & Mar 1-May 9 & Sep 1-Nov 3 & Nov 29-Dec Jan & Feb Feb 1-22 & Feb 28 & Nov May 10-Aug THE ADDRESS MALL 5 Unbelievable location across the road from Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and Dubai s dancing fountains. One of the most lovely hotels in all Dubai each of the lavish rooms feature air conditioning, free wired internet access, large safe, minibar and LCD TV. There is a large outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. The new centre of Dubai is only steps away. BOOK & PAY IN FULL BY 31 MAR 13 15% OFF (Valid for stays May 11-Aug 7) Jan 6-May 10 & Aug 8-Dec N/A N/A N/A 347 May 11-Aug N/A N/A N/A 232 Located in the heart of trendy Downtown Burj Dubai and attached to Dubai Mall. All 244 rooms feature flat screen TV, mini bar, complimentary Internet access and coffee making facilities. Hotel facilities include 5 restaurants, fitness centre and spa, swimming pool, hair salon and direct access to Dubai Mall. Jan 12-May 10 & Aug 8- Dec N/A N/A N/A 488 May 11-Aug N/A N/A N/A Shangri La Dubai 5 True luxury exemplified by the paradise that is Shangri La. 8 restaurants and bars, pool, spa, health club and complimentary internet access. A wonderful hotel perfectly located in the shadow of the world s tallest tower and the world s biggest shopping mall. Jan 1-26 & Jan 31-Feb 23 & Feb 28-May 15 & Sep 1- Nov 16 Jan & Feb & Nov May 16-Aug WE HAVE MANY MORE HOTELS THROUGHOUT, INCLUDING THE ICONIC BURJ AL ARAB. STAY THERE FOR A NIGHT OR VISIT FOR HIGH TEA. SEE PAGE 57 FOR DETAILS. Minimum stays and blackout periods may apply. Supplements may apply during trade fairs and special events. Booking fee may apply to transfers. Additional hotel rates are available upon request. 54 sunislandtours.com.au

7 JUMEIRAH BEACH HOTELS 12 OASIS BEACH TOWER APARTMENTS 4 15 MADINAT JUMEIRAH MINA A SALAM 5 Located on Jumeirah Beach, in the Dubai Marina area. All 180 rooms are fully equipped and range from 2, 3 and 4 bedroom options. The property features a 24 hour front desk, pool, room service, fitness centre, wireless internet. As the rooms are massive, this is an excellent family option. Special Deals Ask Us! 2 BEDROOM 3 BEDROOM PER NIGHT 2 PEOPLE 3 PEOPLE 4 PEOPLE 5 PEOPLE 6 PEOPLE Room Only Jan 1-3 & Aug 7-16 & Oct Jan 4-Feb 23 & Mar 8-May 10 & Oct 19-Dec Feb 24-Mar 7 & Jun 7-Jul 7 & Sep 19-Oct May 11-Jun 6 & Jul 8-Aug 6 & Aug 17-Sep Grand boutique hotel designed in authentic Old Arabia style. Beautifully appointed rooms in traditional style with TV and mini bar. Features 3 restaurants, 5 bars and lounges, pools, watersports facilities, healthclub and a traditional souq. Arabian Deluxe Balcony Jan 14-Feb 15 & May 9-19 & Oct 1-13 Feb 16-Mar 20 & Apr 8-26 & Nov 9-Dec 23 Mar 21-Apr 7 & Apr 27-May 8 & Oct 14-Nov 8 ASK US ABOUT AL QASR AND DAR AL MASYAF May 20-Sep SOFITEL JUMEIRAH BEACH 5 16 JUMEIRAH BEACH HOTEL 5 Situated on the beachfront, adjacent to Dubai Media City/Internet City and walking distance to Dubai Marina. The rooms feature air conditioning, mini bar, safe and Wi-Fi Internet access. Hotel amenities include 2 restaurants and 3 bars, outdoor pool, fitness centre and in-room service. Triple room is a Junior suite. STAY 3/PAY 2, STAY 4/PAY 3, STAY 7/PAY 5 (Valid Jun 1-Sep 15) Jan 1-May May 5-31 & Sep 16-Oct Jun 1-Sep A landmark of luxury appealing to both couples and families. Leisure facilities include 5 pools, watersports, tennis courts, squash courts and a full equipped gym. Extensive choices of restaurants and bars. Ocean Deluxe Jan 14-Feb 15 & May 9-31 & Jun 21-Jul 10 & Aug 12-Oct 13 Feb 16-Mar 20 & Apr 8-May 8 & Nov 9-Dec Mar 21-Apr 7 & Oct 14-Nov Jun 1-20 & Jul 11-Aug LE ROYAL MERIDIEN beach RESORT 5 17 ATLANTIS THE PALM 5 Surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens on the Jumeirah Beach. All rooms feature, 42 LCD screen, DVD Player, tea/coffee making facilities, safe and high speed internet. Hotel offers 14 restaurants and bars, 5 Hammam and 3 pools, private beach with water sport activities, gym, Penguin Kids Club, Shopping arcade and complimentary shuttle service to different Malls in Dubai. EARLYBIRD OFFERS FREE NIGHTS AND DISCOUNTED RATES! Deluxe Landview Feb 9-Mar 22 & Apr 20-May Mar 23-Apr May 13-Jun Jun 10-Aug Sep Oct Atlantis, The Palm is an iconic 1,539 room resort on The Palm Jumeirah. Features unprecedented waterpark amusements and over 65,000 marine animals in one of the largest open-air marine habitats in the world. Innovative dining, luxury boutiques and extensive convention facilities. Fun for all ages. Special Deals Ask Us! Deluxe Room Jan 14-Mar Mar 19-Apr Apr 14-May May 10-Sep Sep 28-Oct Oct 19-Nov Minimum stays and blackout periods may apply. Supplements may apply during trade fairs and special events. Booking fee may apply to transfers. Additional hotel rates are available upon request. sunislandtours.com.au 55

8 24 Hour CHECK-IN HOTELs Check-In at any time! Our 24 Hour Check-In Hotels allow you immediate access to your room if you happen to fly into Dubai in the early morning or late night. Instead of traditional check-in/check-out times, each night at these hotels is based on a 24 Hour block. So if you check-in for one night at 6 am, then check-out is the following morning at 6 am. The check-in is based on the arrival time of your flight into Dubai. 18 ASCOT HOTEL 3 21 PULLMAN MALL OF THE EMIRATES 4 Within walking distance of the chic Burjuman Mall, as well as Dubai s traditional neighbourhood of Bastakia and the Dubai Museum. Rooms feature air-conditioning and satellite TV. Complimentary use of the swimming pool and spa at an adjacent hotel, as well as free transfers to the beach. Great value for a quick stopover. Jan 1-Apr 30 & Oct May 1-Sep A classy property connected to the Mall of the Emirates the second largest in Dubai. Each of the 481 rooms is decorated in a modern style with most featuring glass-walled bathrooms. There are five bars and restaurants and two rooftop pools with panoramic views of Jumeirah Beach and the Burj Al Arab. The fitness centre is open 24/7 for your convenience. A true gem in Dubai. Jan 5-26 & Feb 1-23 & Mar 1- May 15 & Sep 15-Oct Jan & Feb May 16-Sep MARCO POLO 4 22 PULLMAN DEIRA CITY CENTRE 4 This excellent hotel is located near the souks of old Dubai. Each of its 126 tastefully appointed rooms features air-conditioning, safe, TV, minibar and coffee/tea making facilities. There are eight cafes and restaurants, and a fitness centre and swimming pool to relax by after a busy day seeing all that Dubai has to offer. Jan 1-Apr 30 & Oct May 1-Sep Located near the airport and the Dubai Golf & Yacht Club, and adjoining the City Centre Mall which features over 300 stores. Rooms feature a king bed or two single beds and are stylishly furnished. Each chic room has air-conditioning, safe, minibar, coffee/ tea making facilities and free Wi-Fi. A sauna, spa, solarium and large outdoor pool complement the modern fitness centre. A great choice. Triple room is a Deluxe room. Jan 5-26 & Feb 1-23 & Mar 1- May 15 & Sep 15-Oct Jan & Feb May 16-Sep OCEAN VIEW 4 23 JUMEIRAH CREEKSIDE 4 One of Dubai s newest hotels, located west of Jumeirah Beach at Dubai Marina. All 342 rooms feature sea views, many of which interconnect for families travelling with children. Property features include five restaurants and bars, spa, health club, steam room and sauna. Enjoy views of the Arabian Gulf from the large outdoor temperaturecontrolled swimming pool. Triple room is a Junior suite. Feb 10-Mar 21 & Apr 7-26 & Sep 28-Oct Mar 22-Apr 6 & Oct 26-Nov Apr 27-Jun 7 & Sep Jun 8-Aug A brand new hotel featuring large rooms with either a king or two single beds. With a large TV, ipod dock, writing desk and rain shower, each room is very cool and unique. The location is convenient on Dubai Creek and near the airport. For relaxation, the Akaru Spa has 14 treatment rooms, a sauna and hammam. Enjoy! Triple room is a Deluxe room. Jan & Mar 29-May Jan 27-Mar 28 & Oct 1-Dec May 11-Sep Minimum stays and blackout periods may apply. Supplements may apply during trade fairs and special events. Booking fee may apply to transfers. Conditions apply must pre-book the arrival and departure time. 24 hour check-in rates only apply to particular room types and flight details are required. 56 sunislandtours.com.au

9 DAY TOURS from dubai Dubai City Tour Desert Safari Dhow Dinner Cruise Half Day Tour Morning (excluding Fridays) and Afternoon Departures A tour to introduce you to Dubai s rich culture and traditions. The tour begins in Jumeirah, home of the famous Burj Al Arab, to see the Jumeirah Mosque. Continue into the Bastakia neighbourhood, where houses are still cooled with wind towers. Arrive at Al Fahidi Fort, home of the Dubai Museum, after which you will cross the Dubai Creek on an abra a traditional boat to experience the hustle and bustle of the gold and spice souks. Evening Tour Departure from 15:00 Leave the city behind in a 4WD for an unforgettable evening under the stars. Arrive at the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve for some thrilling dune bashing as the red sun sets on the horizon. Then onto a Bedouin encampment for a sumptuous dinner. Take part in activities including: belly dancing, camel rides, shisha, henna painting, and the chance to see a falcon up close. Not to be missed! NOTE: Safaris involve off-road driving and are not suitable for children under 3, expectant mothers, elderly guests or those with certain medical conditions. Evening Cruise Enjoy a relaxing evening cruising along Dubai Creek onboard a traditionally decorated dhow. A lavish dinner will be served, including a drink and a chance to taste traditional Arabic coffee. Both sides of the Creek feature views of Dubai old and new architecture yours to enjoy in the most tranquil of settings. Finish off your Dubai stay in style! Jan 1-Oct Jan 1-Oct Jan 1-Oct Rags to Riches Shopping Tour Icons of Dubai High Tea at the Burj Al Arab Full Day Tour Jan-Dec Operates Tue/Thu Whether it s beautiful handcrafted souvenirs you re after, or you just want to cut loose in the world s largest mall, this tour is for you. Start at a wholesale outlet browsing for souvenirs, before continuing to Jumeirah Beach Rd for arts and handicrafts. Head to Dubai s only outdoor luxury mall The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence. Finally, visit Dubai Mall for the biggest shopping adventure of all! From high street to haute couture, take your time as it is open until late in the evening, and save with your discount voucher booklet. Tour ends at Dubai Mall. Half Day Tour Jan-May Operates Sun/Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu Jun-Aug Operates Sun/Mon/Tue/Thu Sep-Dec Operates Sun/Mon/Tue/Wed/Thu Morning Departure An opportunity to see the biggest and best landmarks that Dubai is famous for. Start at the Palm Jumeirah, exploring this man-made wonder. Be mesmerised by the Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis The Palm. Visit Dubai Marina and take a trip on the futuristic monorail. Continue to Dubai Mall and the popular Souk Al Bahar. Finally, the highlight ascend to the observation deck of the Burj Khalifa the tallest building on the planet. Tour ends at Dubai Mall. Full Day Tour Jan-Dec Operates Sun/Mon/Wed/Thu Visit the world s most iconic luxury hotel. Start at Dubai Mall, exploring the aquarium before continuing to the Souk Al Bahar a modern shopping mall with a traditional feel. Then take photos from the base of the world s highest tower, the Burj Khalifa. Continue to the Palm Jumeirah, to explore this architectural marvel built into the sea, before arriving at the Madinat complex and the Burj Al Arab to enjoy High Tea in the most sumptuous of surroundings. Smart casual dress required for entry to the Burj Al Arab. Jan 1-Dec Jan 1-Oct Jan 1-Oct Aquaventure & Lost Chambers Abu Dhabi City Tour Ferrari World Admission Only If the heat of Dubai is too much, cool down and have fun with Aquaventure at Atlantis the Palm. Dubai s most popular water park is a great way for both kids and adults to splash around and relax for the day. When you re done, head into the Lost Chambers featuring all kinds of marine life: from sharks to rays, eels, and 65,000 other creatures from the deep blue sea. Ask us about return transfers to Aquaventure. Jan 1-Dec Full Day Tour Jan-Dec Operates Sun/Mon/Wed/Thu/Sat Discover the beautiful capital of Abu Dhabi. Travel past the world s largest man-made port, at Jebel Ali. Upon arrival in Abu Dhabi, visit the huge Sheikh Zayed mosque. Visit the Heritage Village showcasing traditional culture, and contrast it with Manarat al Saadiyat: a display of Abu Dhabi s exciting future. Cross over to the Yas Marina Circuit home of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, before returning to Dubai. Modest dress including skirts and trousers required. Jan 1-Oct Admission and Transfers Jan-Dec Operates Tue-Sun Travel to Abu Dhabi to quench your need for speed. Visit the factory floor, learn about the Grand Prix, and enjoy the exhilaration and thrill of truly fast rides. Take on the Formula Rossa if you dare the fastest rollercoaster on the planet. Includes return transfers from Dubai. Jan 1-Oct Minimum passengers may apply. Nov-Dec rates on application. Tours are subject to cancellation or change due to government regulations, public holidays, special event periods and weather conditions. Photography of Military and Government installations is prohibited. sunislandtours.com.au 57

10 Special Interest Excursions & Packages Big Game Fishing Dubai Boat Cruise Dubai Autodrome Half Day Excursion Morning/Afternoon Departures Head out to the deep blue for an opportunity to catch some of the biggest fish in the Arabian Gulf, included the highly prized sailfish. Using your captain s knowledge of the waters around Dubai, this is a great opportunity for any fishing enthusiast. Passports required. Hats and sunscreen highly recommended. 75 min. Excursion Escape the busy city and do your sightseeing aqua style! Meet at the marina for a relaxing cruise around the Palm Jumeirah, Atlantis The Palm, and around to the Burj Al Arab. Enjoy the best unobstructed views of these famous landmarks, framed by the city behind them. Transfers are an additional cost. Ask us about our extended catamaran cruise that includes a BBQ lunch on the water against a backdrop of the Burj Al Arab. Half Day Excursion Jan-Dec Operates Wed Morning Departure Prove who is the fastest at the Dubai Autodrome. Experience the exhilaration of F1 style racing and reach amazing speeds as you rocket from km/h in just four seconds! Not for the faint-hearted! Transfers are an additional cost. Height, weight and age restrictions apply. An international (manual) driver s licence, suitable casual attire and closed-toe shoes required. Jan 1-Oct Jan 1-Oct Jan 1-Oct From Dubai to Oman From Dubai to Abu Dhabi 5 Days/4 Nights Day 1: Dubai. Transfer from Dubai airport to your hotel. Overnight Dubai. Day 2: Dubai. Half day city tour of Dubai including Dubai Museum, and the spice and gold souks. Overnight Dubai. (B) Day 3: Dubai Muscat. After breakfast departure for Muscat via Sohar. Overnight Muscat. (B) Day 4: Muscat. City tour visiting the Grand Mosque, Natural History Museum, the Old Town, and Muttrah Souq. (To enter the Grand Mosque ladies must be fully covered with a scarf and long sleeve top while men must wear long pants). Overnight Muscat. (B) Day 5: Muscat. After breakfast transfer to Muscat airport for your departure flight. (B) Includes: Private transfers as per itinerary 2 nights Ibis Mall of the Emirates, Dubai 2 nights Park Inn, Muscat Dubai City Tour and Muscat City Tour Meals as per itinerary Entrance fees, service charges and local taxes TWN TRP SGL Jan 1-Oct O/R 1292 Rates are a guide only. 5 Days/4 Nights Day 1: Dubai. Transfer from Dubai airport to your hotel. Overnight Dubai. Day 2: Dubai. Half day city tour of Dubai including the Bastakia, Dubai Museum and a local water taxi across the Creek to the area of spice and gold souks. Overnight Dubai. (B) Day 3: Dubai Abu Dhabi. Depart Dubai for Abu Dhabi. Upon arrival the remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight Abu Dhabi. (B) Day 4: Abu Dhabi. Your morning is at leisure to explore Abu Dhabi. In the afternoon enjoy a 4WD desert safari. Watch the sunset before an exciting drive over the sand dunes and a BBQ with entertainment. Overnight Abu Dhabi. (B) Day 5: Abu Dhabi Dubai. After breakfast transfer back to Dubai airport. (B) Includes: Private transfers as per itinerary 2 nights Ibis Mall of the Emirates, Dubai 2 nights Al Rawda Arjaan, Abu Dhabi Dubai City Tour and Abu Dhabi Desert Safari Meals as per itinerary Entrance fees, service charges and local taxes TWN TRP SGL Jan 1-Oct O/R 994 Rates are a guide only. burj khalifa, dubai AQUAVENTURE Minimum passengers may apply. Nov-Dec rates on application. Tours are subject to cancellation or change due to government regulations, public holidays, special event periods and weather conditions. Photography of Military and Government installations is prohibited. 58 sunislandtours.com.au sunislandtours.com.au 58

11 Deposit A non-refundable deposit of $ per person is required within 10 days upon confirmation of booking. After this period booking is subject to cancellation. Certain services may require a deposit before booking. This deposit will be refunded if the service is not available. An additional deposit may be required for certain cruises and services and the deadline may vary. These will be outlined on invoice. Final payment Final payment is payable 45 days prior to departure date from Australia unless otherwise stated, for instance, specials and other promotions. Unless monies are actually received by Sun Island Tours, no responsibility is held for monies paid to other travel agents, acting on our behalf, for any accommodation, tours, car hire, cruises and/or any other Sun Island Tour products. Cruise bookings or some other tour and hotel options may require full payment earlier than 45 days. Cancellations All cancellation charges are based on the commencement date and cost of each confirmed booking and are in addition to any charge levied by the client s travel agent, and will be applied and calculated by the number of days before the commencement date upon which written advice of cancellation is received by the Sun Island Tours office in Australia. Cancellation Charges: 45 days prior or more Deposit days prior 30% of total cost or $300 per person, whichever is greater 21 days or less 100% No refund available As well as the above charges some service providers may charge additional cancellation fees, any such fees will be added by us to the client s account. The Tour Operator or Cruise Company reserves the right to cancel any programme at any time. In the event of a complete cancellation of a programme by the tour operator, the passenger will be offered the choice of a full refund or an alternative programme. Cancellation fees vary on cruises. Amendment to bookings If a client wishes to amend their bookings after confirmation, an amendment fee of $33.00 (including GST) will be charged for each individual amendment. First amendment is free of charge. Any amendment is subject to availability as well as cancellation conditions. After departure If any problems or amendments to the arrangements arise and assistance is required, contact the operator listed on the vouchers. Payment of additional services will be made directly with our overseas tour operator. Late bookings Credit card guarantees are required when bookings are requested within thirty working days before departure. Courier fees may also apply. Invoice errors or omissions The right is reserved to correct any errors in rates quoted or calculated for any service not withstanding that the invoice may have been paid in full. It is the responsibility of the agent to ensure that all services requested are correct. Rates may change after quotes due to special event periods. Refunds Regrettably, no refund can be paid after programme services have commenced due to, but not limited by, reasons such as missed connections, illness or client s choice to change itinerary. Similarly, no refund will be given should any ferry, airline or train schedule fail to operate on time. Sun Island Tours does not authorise overseas suppliers to promise or refund on our behalf. Documentation Documents are normally issued two weeks prior to departure from Australia, and upon full payment. Some delays may occur in high season. Reissue of documents will incure a $33.00 fee. Accommodation All rooms are run of the house unless otherwise stipulated. Double or twin beds may be requested, however cannot be guaranteed as there may be limited availability with the hotels. Single rooms are often smaller in size than other room types and may contain only a single bed. Triple rooms are usually twin rooms with a rollaway bed or a sofa bed. It is important to remember that room types and bedding configuration cannot be guaranteed and are subject to hotel s availability at time of check-in. Hotel standards and star ratings in the brochure are an indication only and may vary in different countries. Standards are sometimes not indicative of expectations. Child policy is based on one child per room sharing existing bedding with parents, unless otherwise specified. PACKAGES Group Packages refer to organized special interest groups. Private Packages refer to individually customized bookings except when part of a cruise or coach tour. Ferries Ferry and hydrofoil services and schedules are subject to change. A surcharge may apply for hydrofoil and jetcat if ferry cancelled or not available. No refund will be due from Sun Island Tours, however, you can speak to your travel insurance upon return to Australia. Ferry and hydrofoil schedules will only be made available upon arrival. Ferry and Hydrofoil tickets will be supplied at your overseas destination. Cruises Cruise companies reserve the right to change cruise vessels and itineraries without notice. Categories of cruise vessels vary from standard three star. Cruise companies reserve the right to cancel services due to insufficient number of passengers. Service charges do apply and are charged locally. Selling Prices All products are costed in Australian dollars. In the event of exchange rate fluctuations, alterations in a currency or its sales tax, brochure prices are subject to change without notice. For the most up to date prices please contact reservations. We endeavour to set prices for all products, as shown in our brochure, at competitive levels and cannot always guarantee that a similar product may or may not be available at a lower price if booked direct. Additional cost supplement may vary for New Years, Christmas and special occasions. This will be highlighted on your invoice. Each product or package include in the selling price charges to cover costs of the following: brochure production, research, reservation, documentation, advertising, postage, bank charges and remuneration to travel agents. Receipt of your deposit signifies your acceptance of those normal commercial costs and reservation fees paid to our overseas associates. Book and stay specials only apply with stays of consecutive nights. Free room upgrades and special offers are subject to availability and are applicable to the next room category only. Specials apply for bookings made from Jan 1, Certain cities and countries have tourist taxes which are to be paid locally at hotels upon arrival. TIPPING Tipping is not included in rates however it is customary and expected in all the countries featured throughout this brochure. GUARANTEED PRICES All prices are guaranteed when paid in full. Variations in Tour Programmes We reserve the right to adjust our tour arrangements and costs to coincide with programme departures which are not daily. Alternatively, with your agreement, we will endeavour to arrange your tour and hotel arrangements by providing alternative arrangements of the same standard as the one originally booked. Some tours may be performed bilingually. Guaranteed departures are subject to coach company minimum numbers. Tours are not operated by Sun Island Tours. They are operated by local companies in each respective country. Consumer complaints Attempts should be made in the first instance to rectify any difficulties directly with the hotel management, our local representative or supplier. Should any difficulties not be resolved as they occur and you wish to lodge a complaint it should be forwarded in writing to Sun Island Tours with supporting documentation through your travel agents, within 30 days of return to Australia. BOOKING CONDITIONS Airlines liability All airlines by featuring and endorsing this brochure do not represent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from Sun Island Tours or as having any legal relationship with any such purchaser. Company liability responsibility Sun Island Tours does not accept any liability for accident, damage, injury, delay, loss, irregularity, default or omissions whether negligent or otherwise of airline companies, coach operators, hoteliers, yacht and shipping companies, or those providing any services which Sun Island Tours acts on behalf of by the issuance of travel vouchers, tickets, coupons or similar as contracted between the client and the operators, of which Sun Island Tours has no direct control. No liability is accepted for any loss or damage to client s property, sickness, injury or death arising from and related to acts of war, fire, floods, acts of God or governments or any other authorities. No liability is accepted for accidents relating to equipment and machinery failure or any industrial action taken directly or indirectly involving employees of company operators and their agents, carriers or whoever. Sun Island Tours is not responsible for advising health, visa and passport requirements. Agents/Clients Responsibility It is the responsibility of your travel agent to advise you of any amendments, alterations or important notes in regards to your travel arrangements. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of your agent to advise us of any special/additional requirements or amendments that may affect your travel arrangements held with us. It is the client s responsibility to ensure that services on their vouchers are accurate prior to departure from Australia. Brochure Accuracy Whilst every care has been taken in the production of this brochure, Sun Island Tours cannot be held responsible for any changes in the hotel s facilities or amenities as specified. Photographs of the hotel or its rooms are supplied by the hotel and decoration, fixtures and fittings in rooms provided may vary from those shown in the brochure. Images of hotels may not be of a standard room type. Hotel gradings are those suggested by relevant local authorities or our representatives and may vary from Tourist Office gradings. Scenes shown are representative of those featured in the various programs but are not necessarily supplied or visited. Maps are not to scale and are provided as a guide to location only. Sun Island Tours endeavours to ensure the brochure is accurate at the time of printing however we cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances. Meals Meals are indicated as follows: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch and D = Dinner. Where breakfast is free and included, as specified in the individual rates, there is no separate value and therefore cannot be refunded if not taken. Type of breakfast indicated in our brochure is subject to change. Drinks with meals are not inlcuded. Insurance Travel Insurance is strongly recommended for cover against loss of monies paid, loss of baggage, medical cover, injury etc. Ask your travel consultant for advice. Sun Island Tours does not accept responsibility for the loss or any expense incurred. Validity Unless indicated this brochure is valid from 01 January 2013 to 31 October Sun Island Tours is affiliated with the following organisations: sunislandtours.com.au 59

12 We know because we ve been BROOKE - BRAC, CROATIA CLAUDIA - MUSCAT, OMAN JOHN - CAIRO, EGYPT KAREN -, UAE Julie - Cappadocia, TURKEY Louisa - Athens, GREECE Dani - Petra, JORDAN Paul - Dead Sea, ISRAEL Roger - Gallipoli, TURKEY GLORIA - ROME, ITALY SARA - SAN SEBASTIAN, SPAIN VICKI - PAROS, GREECE TRAVEL AGENTS RESERVATIONS: NSW AGENTS: (02) Suite 330, 410 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills NSW 2010 Facsimile: (02) info@sunislandtours.com.au Kyrenia Travel Services Pty Ltd t/as Sun Island Tours Licence No. 2TA ABN Your travel agent