MOROCCO, MED & CANARY ISLANDS $4599 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE BARCELONA ROME CASABLANCA SANTA CRUZ DE TENERIFE THE OFFER From the history-filled streets of Rome to the sun-kissed hills of Tuscany, the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona to the exotic marketplaces of Casablanca, this 18 day fly, tour and cruise package will showcase the diverse history and culture of five incredible countries in comfort and style. Experience a taste of La Dolce Vita - the good life - on a guided tour of Rome, ticking off iconic sights such as the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and Navona Square, plus enjoy an afternoon to explore more of this romantic city at leisure. Continue the journey through the rolling hills of Tuscany to Siena and Montepulciano, taking time to admire the grand piazzas, churches and palaces. Return to the Eternal City of Rome for one more night, and then embark on a wondrous 12-night cruise through the Mediterranean to Morocco and the Canary Islands aboard MSC Poesia. Dock in the chic city of Barcelona, visit the charming Old Port of Marseille, cruise to Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Canary Islands, soak up the vibrant Spanish culture of Malaga and more! This incredible package includes return flights, three nights 4-star hotel accommodation, 38 meals and so much more. INSIDE FANTASTICA CABIN $4599 OCEAN VIEW FANTASTICA CABIN $4999 BALCONY FANTASTICA CABIN $5299 * all information provided in this brochure is subject to both change and availability. Prior to purchase please check the current live deal at tripadeal.co.nz or contact our customer service team on 0800 555 260 for the most up-to-date information. If you have already purchased this deal, the terms and conditions on your Purchase Confirmation apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure.
THE ITINERARY Day 1 New Zealand - Rome Today depart from Auckland, *Wellington or *Christchurch for your flight to Rome, Italy! Fly with Emirates, Singapore Airlines or Qantas to name a few (subject to availability). Meals included: In-Flight Day 2 Welcome to Rome Upon arrival into Rome, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure in the Italian capital city. Overnight: Hotel Cristoforo Colombo or similar, Rome Meals included: None Day 3 Rome Guided Tour After breakfast, be met by your local guide and enjoy a guided tour of Rome - the Eternal City (approx. 3 hours). The tour begins at the Trevi Fountain, which has become an iconic spot thanks to the movie La Dolce Vita, directed by Federico Fellini. The tour will take you to the streets of the old town, visiting famous sites such as the Pantheon (entrance not included); the Palazzo Madama, which houses the Senate of the Italian Republic; and the Navona Square, which was built on the ruins of the Domitian Circus. Once the tour finishes you can enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure. If you have your sights set on visiting the famous Colosseum or Vatican Museum during your free time, we strongly advise pre-purchasing tickets online to avoid excessive queue times. Overnight: Hotel Cristoforo Colombo or similar, Rome Meals included: Breakfast Day 4 Rome - Siena - Montepulciano (approx. 230 km) Today continue your Italian journey through the Tuscan countryside to Siena. On arrival, join a guided tour (approx. 2 hours) through the narrow cobbled streets to Piazza del Campo, where the annual Palio horse race takes place. See the 14th century Town Hall with its slim Mangia Tower before visiting the hilltop Cathedral. Next, head to Montepulciano, a medieval town of rare beauty. The city, full of elegant Renaissance palaces, ancient churches, charming squares and hidden corners, boasts vast panoramas of the wonderful Val d Orcia and Val di Chiana Valleys that surround it. It is also surrounded by vineyards and is well known for its red wine, Rosso di Montepulciano. Afterwards return to Rome for the night. Overnight: Hotel Cristoforo Colombo or similar, Rome Meals included: Breakfast Day 5 Rome - Begin 12 nights Mediterranean, Morocco and Canary Islands Cruise - Depart 7:00pm This morning enjoy some free time exploring this incredible city. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the Civitavecchia cruise terminal to embark on a wondrous 12-night cruise through the Mediterranean to Morocco and the Canary Islands aboard the spectacular MSC Poesia. The cruise departs at 7:00pm. Meals included: Breakfast;Dinner Day 6 Genoa, Italy 8:00pm - 5:00pm Genoa is marvellously eclectic, a vibrant city full of roughedged style. During a visit you can explore its old town: a dense and fascinating warren of medieval alleyways home to a large palace built in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries by Genoa s wealthy mercantile families. You might like to seek out the Cattedrale di San Lorenzo, Palazzo Ducale, and the Renaissance palaces of Via Garibaldi, which contain the cream of Genoa s art collections, as well as furniture and decor from the days of old when Genoa s ships sailed to all corners of the Mediterranean.
THE ITINERARY Day 7 Marseille, France 8:00am - 6:00pm Enjoy a stop in the beautiful southern French city of Marseille. When you alight from the ship, discover the Vieux Port, where glistening fresh fish are sold straight off the boats on Quai des Belges. The many amazing French cafés are wonderful spots to observe the city life. Day 8 Barcelona, Spain 9:00am - 6:00pm Barcelona - Spain s second city and capital of the Catalonia region - pulsates with life. There s no other city in the country that compares to its style, energy, and good looks. A cruise excursion (not included) to the city centre will allow you to discover its world-class art galleries and museums, as well as its countless designer restaurants, bars, and shops. The extraordinary Antoni Gaudí designed La Sagrada Família, a church which has been under construction since 1882, and the famous Ramblas boulevard, are just two essential sights worth taking in. Day 9 At Sea Day 10 Casablanca, Morocco 7:00am - 11:00pm Morocco s biggest city and commercial capital, Casablanca is the Maghreb s largest port, and busier than Marseilles, on which it was modelled by the French. Casablanca s most iconic sight, the Mosquée Hassan II, is not to be missed. It also features the only Jewish museum in the Muslim world. However, the city s true charm remains the Mauresque and Art Deco architecture built during the colonial period. Day 11 At Sea Day 12 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain 9:00am - 4:00pm Like a painting. The port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife welcomes cruisers ashore on its ramblas (wide, tree-lined avenues) that lead to the central Plaza de España, where the Francoist architecture finds itself a national expression. If you explore to the old town of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, you come across churches built in a variety of architectural styles, from the insular baroque of the church of St. Francis, to the colonial Canary style of the church of the Concepciòn or the 18th century Iglesia del Pilar, built on an ancient hermitage. Day 13 Funchal, Portugal 8:00am - 6:00pm As you arrive in Funchal, the ship will cast anchor in a bay protected by mountains rising straight up behind the port. The name, Funchal, derives from that of the fennel plant, the funcho still used today in the traditional sweets known as rebuçados de funcho, that one can find anywhere on the island of Madeira. Alight from the ship and explore the many beautiful gardens, markets and madeira wine cellars. Day 14 At Sea
THE ITINERARY Day 15 Malaga, Spain 7:00am - 2:00pm The elegant central zone of Málaga is very pedestrian friendly with the focal point, marble-paved Calle Marqués de Larios, lined with many fashionable stores for those wanting to do a bit of shopping. Plaza de la Constitución, Málaga s main square, hosts a monumental fountain flanked by slender palms and the terraces of numerous cafés and restaurants. Málaga centre has a number of interesting churches and museums, not to mention the birthplace of Picasso and the Museo Picasso Málaga, housing an important collection of works by Málaga s most famous son. Day 16 At Sea Day 17 Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy - Arrive at 9am This morning arrive back into the port of Civitavecchia, Rome. After breakfast you will disembark and make your own way to the airport for your return flight to New Zealand. Meals included: Breakfast;In-Flight Day 18 Arrive in New Zealand some flights may arrive +1 day later.
TOUR INCLUSIONS HIGHLIGHTS Visit Italy, France, Spain, Morocco, and Portugal Dock in Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Casablanca, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Funchal and Malaga Explore historic Rome on a half day guided tour Journey through the sun-kissed Tuscan countryside on a full day tour Discover the beautiful Tuscan city of Siena on a guided tour Explore the medieval town of Montepulciano, known for its vino nobile red wine Enjoy free time to explore the city of Genoa Wander the Vieux-Port area of Marseille, France Explore the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona Visit Casablanca, the setting of the 1942 namesake film Cruise to Santa Cruz de Tenerife in the Canary Islands Discover Funchal on Portugal s Madeira archipelago Soak up the Spanish culture in elegant Malaga FLIGHTS Return international flights (economy class) ex AKL/*WLG/*CHC CRUISE 12 night MSC Mediterranean cruise Sail aboard the MSC Poesia ship ACCOMMODATION 3 nights 4-star hotel accommodation on tour DINING Enjoy 38 meals including all meals while cruising TOUR ESSENTIALS Parking, check point fees and city tax English speaking tour leader and guide TRANSPORT Transportation by A/C private vehicles TRANSFERS Day 2: Rome airport to hotel transfer Day 5: Rome hotel to Civitavecchia cruise port
IMPORTANT INFORMATION * all information provided in this brochure is subject to both change and availability. Prior to purchase please check the current live deal at tripadeal.co.nz or contact our customer service team on 0800 555 260 for the most up-to-date information. If you have already purchased this deal, the terms and conditions on your Purchase Confirmation apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure. BOOKING INFORMATION After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. The Passenger Information Form must be completed 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. all additional charges are payable direct to your Travel Consultant in NZD (unless otherwise stated). OFFER ESSENTIALS Travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 9th November 2019. This travel offer is priced for one person based on twin share. Single Traveller Supplement For solo travellers a mandatory single supplement applies: Inside Fantastica Cabin: $1900 Ocean View Fantastica Cabin: $2100 Balcony Fantastica Cabin: $ 2500 Departure Dates (2019) Please see the TripADeal website for current departure dates. Surcharges dates/months with a * incur a cruise high season surcharge of $200 per person. Departure Cities Auckland, *Wellington or *Christchurch Interstate Surcharges *Wellington: $100 per person *Christchurch: $200 per person FLIGHTS Full Service Airline(s) Used Emirates, Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways, Lufthansa, Swiss Airways, Austrian Airlines, Finnair, Etihad Airways, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Air France, KLM, Croatian Airlines, Air Serbia, Brussels Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Malaysian Airlines, Air China, China Southern and codeshare partners. (subject to availability). One way flights can not be accommodated. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. Arrive early in Rome, Italy $220 per person, subject to availability 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. Blackout Dates: * 20th June 17th July 2019 * 20th September 13th October 2019 Stay behind in Rome, Italy $220 per person, subject to availability 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. Blackout Dates: *8th December 2019 27th January 2020 Stopover Packages Twin share: $500 per person/one way Solo Traveller: $800 one way Locations: * Abu Dhabi * Doha (unavailable in both directions Pre or Post tour only) Includes: 2 Nights in 4 star accommodation Daily breakfast Return airport transfers 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. Abu Dhabi stopover is not permitted during the 29th November 2nd December 2019 due to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Flight Class Upgrades Premium Economy: Not Available Business Class (International Sectors Only): Buy now for $5099 per person 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, Trans-Tasman, and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed in a Premium or Business cabin; subject to aircraft configuration. - - If Abu Dhabi, Dubai or Doha stopovers are offered, Premium Economy upgrades will not be available
IMPORTANT INFORMATION CRUISES Cabins All cabins are subject to availability; some cabins may have restricted views. Cabin Experiences Fantastica: Cabins on the upper decks and in the most convenient positions on the ship. Wide variety of superb, freshly prepared cuisine. Classic dining style with priority in choice of dinner sitting. Seating preference is subject to availability and reconfirmation on board. Gourmet buffet with over 13 different areas, open 20 hours a day. Broadway-style theatre shows. Swimming pool, scenic gym and openair sports facilities. Packed program of daily activities. Turndown service to prepare your bed each night. Cabin service 24 hours a day. ACCOMMODATION Accommodation Used 4 Star (self-rated) Rome: Hotel Cristoforo Colombo or similar Cruise: MSC Poesia Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type, and are subject to availability based on seasonality. Properties will be confirmed, no later than two weeks prior to travel. Extra Nights Rome, Italy (Pre/Post Tour): $200 per room, per night (including breakfast) extra nights are subject to availability until the time of booking. Airport transfers are not included if you wish to arrive early or stay behind. Maximum Room Capacity Inside and Ocean View Cabins: 2 People Balcony Cabin: 3 People* (subject to availability) Child Policy No child discounts. Full price applies for all children travelling with their parents. Valid for Children 8 years old and over. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors allowed. Triple Share *Available on request in Balcony Cabin only No discounts apply for 3rd person travelling. Full price applies, subject to availability. Triple shares may be required to share existing bedding. Bedding Configuration Twin or Double bedding (subject to availability). Adjoining / Interconnecting Rooms Subject to availability and at the hotels discretion. Please enquire on booking if you require this option. GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION Minimum group size 25, maximum group size 50 per vehicle. Optional Tours / Activities 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 (Not required for Europe or Morocco if travelling on a New Zealand passport for stays up to 90 days). Meals/beverages not stated in the itinerary (including any specialty restaurants onboard cruise). Gratuities/Tipping *Land tour: recommended at 5 (approx. $8.50 NZD) per person/day payable on tour. *Cruise: mandatory at 10 (approx. $18 NZD) per person/day payable onboard at the end of the cruise. Optional activities/tours (including any onshore excursions as part of cruise). Personal expenses. Transfer: Day 17 - Cruise port to airport Travel insurance (Mandatory). A comprehensive travel Insurance policy must be organised BEFORE all details can be finalised. 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. Tour leaders/guides are not
IMPORTANT INFORMATION a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when particularly required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES October/November: The average daily temperature in the month of October lingers around 21 degrees Celsius. The best months to visit Morocco/ Canary Islands is between September and November. These shoulder seasons are known for their desirable weather as temperatures are cooler and more comfortable for sightseeing. The Mediterranean climate does gradually decrease during October/ November to 18-20degree as the season heads towards autumn, although sunshine hours remain at an average of just over seven hours daily. FLIGHTS Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points: At TripADeal we do not arrange seat selection. It is important to highlight that some Airlines do not allow preselected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the Airline directly with seating allocation requirements and or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the Airline once you have your flight information. Passport Validity: Customers are required to provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase, or no later than 45 days prior to departure date. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of the booking. In this instance customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred. CRUISE Disembarkation: Begins approximately 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. Cruise Loyalty Discounts: Travellers booked via TripADeal will not be entitled to receive any cruise line customer loyalty discounts. Similar to airline frequent flyer programs, this is outside of the TripADeal booking process. However, customers may contact the cruise line direct upon receiving their TripADeal travel documents to request any membership benefits they are entitled to. 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. It is your responsibility to notify TripADeal of any dietary requests/requirements. Please note; we will do our best to meet your requests/requirements, however cannot guarantee that we will always be able to. 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 off-loading of the luggage from the coach. OTHER 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. a general level of fitness will be required. If you have any concerns please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel. Gratuities / Tipping: 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. There is a mandatory gratuity on the cruise of 10 (approx. $18 NZD) per person/day payable onboard at the end of the cruise. Sightseeing: In the event entrance to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary will be adjusted to ensure you do not miss out on the experience. Shopping: Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all of your receipts. Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions in regards to shopping for further information. VISAS A tourist visa is not required for Europe and Morocco for stays up to 90 days if travelling on a New Zealand passport. Passengers who are not New Zealand citizens must check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required. It is also important to note, some areas of employment such a journalism, government authorities and charity organisations may have additional restrictions in applying for Visas. This may in turn affect the type of application required. INSURANCE We are proud to offer a range of travel
IMPORTANT INFORMATION insurance products - please ask your Travel Consultant for more information. SCHEDULE OF FEES Post-Purchase Change This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue. $50 NZD per change request postpurchase + any additional charges applied by the travel partners associated with the order.