GREECE FROM ANTIQUITY TO BYZANTIUM WITH A SEVEN-NIGHT CRUISE ABOARD THE MS GALILEO NOVEMBER 3-19, 2019 TOUR LEADER: DR JOHN TIDMARSH

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GREECE FROM ANTIQUITY TO BYZANTIUM WITH A SEVEN-NIGHT CRUISE ABOARD THE MS GALILEO NOVEMBER 3-19, 2019 TOUR LEADER: DR JOHN TIDMARSH

GREECE FROM ANTIQUITY TO BYZANTIUM Tour dates: November 3-19, 2019 Tour leader: Dr John Tidmarsh Tour Price: $9,645 per person, twin share (based on category B-grade cabin) Single Supplement: $1,785 (based on category B-grade cabin) Booking deposit: $500 per person Recommended airline: Emirates or Etihad Maximum places: 20 Itinerary: Athens (1 night), Heraklion (3 nights), Chania (1 night), Cruise (7 nights), Athens (4 nights) Date published: November 29, 2018 Overview Discover the extraordinary world of ancient and Aegean Bronze-Age Greece, from the sprawling palaces of Minoan Crete and the citadels and monumental tombs of the Mycenaeans, to the incomparable museums of Athens and the emergence of the Byzantines at the end of Antiquity. Get to know the deep history of the cultures that made Greece the cradle of western civilisation on this 17-day tour by land and sea, travelling from Crete to the Peloponnese, Olympia, Delphi and Athens, visiting archaeological sites and museums, and enjoy the dramatic landscapes mountains, spectacular coastlines and rocky islands of the Greek world. In Crete we explore the sprawling palace of King Minos at Knossos, home to the legendary Minotaur, along with the lesser known but equally fascinating Minoan palaces of Archanes and Phaestos and the charming town of Chania with its historic links from Minoan, Byzantine and Venetian cultures through to its occupation by the Germans in World War II. In Athens we board the 25 cabin Motor Sailer Galileo for an eight-day cruise circumnavigating the Peloponnese region. Docking in port each day we are able to delve into the most important archaeological and classical sites on mainland Greece at Epidauraus, Mycenae, Venetian Pylos, Ancient Olympia and mystical Delphi. After traversing the spectacular Corinth Canal, we disembark in Athens for our final four days. We explore the Acropolis and the superb Acropolis Museum, walk through the ancient Agora, investigate the finest Greek art and sculpture at the National Archaeological Museum and the collections at the privately owned Benaki Museum and Museum of Cycladic Art. Your tour leader Enquiries and bookings For further information and to secure a place on this tour please contact Rebecca Fussell on 9235 0023 or 1800 639 699 (outside Sydney) or email rebecca@academytravel.com. au Dr John Tidmarsh was previously Tutor and then Part-Time Lecturer in Greek and Roman archaeology in the Department of Archaeology at the University of Sydney, and is the former President of the Near Eastern Archaeology Foundation. He is a Co-Director of the University of Sydney s excavations at Pella in Jordan (where he has worked since 1979) and is also Co-Director of the Australian Archaeological Mission at Jebel Khalid in Syria. He was previously Associate Director of the University of Sydney s excavations at Paphos, Cyprus, and was also Senior Investigator at the university s excavations at Torone in Greece. His main areas of interest are the archaeology of Alexander the Great s conquests, the Hellenistic period in Greece, the Near East and Asia, and the Islamic world. He travels widely in the Middle East, especially in Iran, and has now led approximately 20 tours to that country as well as numerous tours to Oman, Syria, Jordan, Turkey, and Greece. I enjoyed the tour very much and John s insights and breadth of knowledge were very interesting. I enjoyed the small towns we toured, lots of fun. Feedback from John s Greece tour, May 2018.

The MS Galileo In November 2018 Academy Travel s London Manager, Grace McLean, travelled on the M/S Galileo around the Peloponnese. We asked Grace about her experience. How is M/S Galileo different from large cruise ships? The M/S Galileo can enter the smallest of ports, which means mooring right in centre of towns on the itinerary. Due to its size, the Galileo can also access more unusual experiences such as the medieval town of Monemvasia and pass through the Corinth Canal impossible in larger vessels. With a small ship such as the Galileo there is no waiting to get on or off, so you have more time to enjoy your onshore visits. And with a maximum of 50 passengers on board, you ll also get to know your crew and fellow passengers. What are the cabins like? Is it a luxury cruise? The cabins are small, so passengers are encouraged to minimise their luggage. You won t find luxury amenities but everything is neat and clean. Each cabin has air-conditioning, a fridge and a compact ensuite bathroom with shower and is serviced twice daily. Most passengers spend their time on deck enjoying the sun and sailing (bring a book!), or onshore exploring the local town. How is the weather in November? Although I can t guarantee it for 2019, the weather was absolutely perfect! Clear and sunny with an average of 20 degrees each day, the water was warm enough for swimming. The evenings were cool and you will need some warm clothes. High winds were predicted for our voyage but the Captain timed our sailing and planned the route to minimise rocking and rolling onboard. Was the itinerary good for someone interested in history and archaeology? Or was it just scenic sightseeing? This is an ideal itinerary if you are interested in history and archaeology and you will see some of the most important sites in Greece, particularly from the Bronze Age. Those with an interest in the Byzantine period will enjoy discovering the many forts and churches at each port. You will also experience spectacular scenery of mountains, olive groves and the clear blue waters of the Aegean.

Detailed itinerary Included meals are shown with the letters B, L and D. Tour start & finish time The tour starts on Sunday 3 November at 6.00pm, in the lobby of the Divani Palace Acropolis Hotel, Athens. The tour ends on Tuesday 19 November at the Divani Palace Acropolis Hotel, Athens, after breakfast. Above: The Koules Fortress, the symbol of Heraklion Below: Artefacts housed in the Heraklion Archaological Museum span over 5,500 years of Cretan history; the Palace of Knossos formed the ceremonial and political centre of Minoan civilisation Sunday 3 November Arrive The tour commences at the hotel in Athens at 6pm. Meet your tour leader and fellow travellers in the lobby of the hotel for an introductions and drinks followed by dinner in the hotel. Overnight Athens (D) Monday 4 November To Heraklion This morning we transfer to Athens Airport where we board a flight to Heraklion. We arrive in Crete and transfer to our hotel before John conducts an orientation tour of the Venetian city on foot. This evening, there is an introductory talk in the hotel followed by dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight Heraklion (B, D) Tuesday 5 November Phaistos and Heraklion Archaeological Museum A brief stroll from the hotel takes us to the excellent Archaeological Museum in Heraklion, which re-opened in 2014 following a lengthy renovation. The artefacts are displayed both chronologically and thematically and its collection includes Minoan artefacts and wall paintings from Knossos and the other Minoan palaces as well as the mysterious Phaistos Disk. This afternoon we travel to the site of Bronze Age Phaistos, a Minoan royal palace complex on a dramatic hilltop site overlooking the Messara Plain. Overnight Heraklion. (B, L) Wednesday 6 November Archanes and Knossos Just outside of Heraklion is the rustic village of Archanes, a treasure house of heritage-listed neoclassical architecture. Archanes was an important Minoan hub and a likely summer retreat for the Knossos Kings. We visit the delightful Archaeological Museum which houses many significant finds from the region. This afternoon we visit Crete s most famous site, the Minoan palace complex of Knossos. The area shows occupation from Neolithic times but the first palace was established c. 1900 BC. This was destroyed by an earthquake 200 years later and completely rebuilt. The site is, in fact, a

complex of administrative, residential, and religious structures that offers an excellent idea of what life in Minoan Crete may have been like. Overnight Heraklion. (B) Thursday 7 November Rethymno and Souda Bay This morning we depart for Rethymno and undertake a walking tour of the town which flourished under Venetian rule in the 16th century and where the old quarter retains a rich elegance. Our tour includes the massive Venetian Fort, the Nerantzis Mosque (built originally as a church by the Venetians and now the city s concert hall), the Great Gate of the town, and the Venetian mansions along Arkadiou Street. We continue to Souda Bay to visit the Allied War Cemetery, where soldiers from the Commonwealth, including many Australians and New Zealanders who lost their lives in the Battle of Crete and the First World War, are buried. Our day concludes in Chania, a strategic location that first attracted the Minoans who founded the city state of Kydonia here in the Bronze Age. Since then it has been fought over by Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, Genoese, Turks, Egyptians, and finally the German Army in 1941. We explore the layers of history the invaders have left behind including the fortified Venetian harbour and the Mosque of the Janissaries. Overnight Chania. (B) Friday 8 November To Athens Today we depart Chania and fly to Athens. Upon arrival we transfer to Marina Zea where we board the MS Galileo, meet the crew and set sail for Epidaurus. Overnight aboard MS Galileo (B, D) Above: A poignant memorial to Allied soldiers at Souda Bay; Charming alleyways in Rethymno Below: The ancient theatre at Epidaurus is dedicated to Ascelpius, the god of medicine Saturday 9 November Epidaurus Today we have an early start as we depart the ship forth the impressive site of Epidaurus, the location of the Asclepeion, one of the most famous healing centres of the Classical world. The sanctuary was raided by the Romans and Goths and little remains of it today. Testament to the prosperity brought by the sanctuary is Epidaurus well-preserved 4th century BC theatre with a capacity for 13000 spectators. Still in use today, the theatre is regarded as the best in Greece for its fine structure, symmetry and perfect acoustics. We return to the ship for lunch and set sail for Nafplion. Overnight aboard MS Galileo (B, L, D) Sunday 10 November Mycenae After a short walk through Napflion we visit Mycenae, the seat of Agamemnon who served as leader of the Greek coalition at Troy and a site that gave its name to a whole civilization. We enter through the famous Lion Gate and see the Shaft Graves of Circle A and climb through the site to the crowning Megaron Palace where the Mycenaean king would have held sway over much territory. Blending back into the rocky hills, the ruins of this

ancient powerhouse are in a spectacular location atop the citadel and ringed by well-preserved Cyclopean walls. After lunch back on board we sail to Gythion. Overnight aboard MS Galileo (B, L, D) Monday 11 November Mani Peninsula This morning we visit Ancient Gythion which was used by the Spartans as a port and naval base, after they enlarged the natural harbour. Crossing the Mani Peninsula to Cape Tenaro at the tip of the Peloponnese, we reach Diros and visit the spectacular caves, among the most important natural sites in Greece. We descend into the caves and explore the dramatic stalactite and stalagmite formations by boat. After a stroll through the nearby town of Areopolis we reboard our vessel and head to Pylos. Overnight aboard MS Galileo (B, L, D) Above: The MS Galileo, docked in port Below: Stalactites hang from the ceiling of the caves at Diros; let the games begin! Tthe Temple of Zeus at Olympia Tuesday 12 November Palace of Nestor The seaside town of Pylos is the site of an important in Greek naval history after the Venetian fleet defeated the Ottomans, leading to the independence of Greece in 1829. Located on a scenic hilltop, we visit the Mycenaean period Palace of Nestor, seat of power for wise king Nestor in Homer s Iliad. This recently restored site contains one of the best-preserved Mycenaean palaces ever excavated and the small area allows easy interpretation. We continue a short distance to Hora and visit the superb archaeological museum which holds an array of artefacts recovered from the site. This afternoon we sail for Katakolon. Overnight aboard MS Galileo (B, L, D) Wednesday 13 November Olympia Disembarking the ship early this morning we depart Katakolon for the ancient site of Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games and where the Olympic flame is still lit every four years. Home to the Temple of Zeus, one of the Wonders of the Ancient World, the Pan-Hellenic sanctuary at Olympia not only lies in a beautiful and peaceful setting but its largely non-reconstructed remains allow a unique opportunity to visualise how this complex would have looked during its heyday. Also within the sanctuary is the ancient Temple of Hera, while just outside the precinct are the gymnasium and well-preserved stadium. The archaeological museum is a treasure trove of artefacts excavated from the sacred precinct including superb architectural sculptures from the Temple of Zeus itself. We reboard the ship at Patras and depart for Itea in the Gulf of Corinth. Overnight aboard MS Galileo (B, L, D) Thursday 14 November Delphi Today we travel to Delphi, chosen by the Greeks as the navel of the Earth and located on the spectacular cliff face of Mount Parnassus. We visit the impressive and mystical archaeological

site, home to the most important oracle of the ancient world whose influence on rulers and the ruled alike was profound. Political decisions were made and colonies around the Mediterranean were founded only after consultation with the Oracle. We examine the site, exploring the Temple of Apollo, treasuries, theatre and stadium. The adjoining Archaeological Museum houses a collection of treasures including the marble Sphinx of Naxos and the marvellous Charioteer, one of the finest extant bronze statues from the classical world. Returning to the ship, we traverse the Corinth Canal and sail to Marina Zea outside of Athens. Overnight aboard MS Galileo (B, L, D) Friday 15 November Disembark Dafni This morning after breakfast, we say farewell to the Variety Voyager. On our way to Athens we stop at the eleventh-century Byzantine Monastery at Dafni. Founded in the sixth-century on the site of the Sanctuary of Apollo it has undergone several restorations resulting in the cloisonné style exterior common to Greek Byzantine churches we see today. The interior is laid out in a simple Greek cross-octagon with an important mosaic of Christ the Pantocrator gazing down sternly from his place in the heavens atop the dome. Arriving in Athens, there is a short orientation walk before dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight Athens (B, D) Saturday 16 November Acropolis and Benaki Museum This morning we explore the Acropolis and its monuments, which form the greatest architectural and artistic complex bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world. The Parthenon, Erechtheion, and the exquisite temple of Athena Nike are the centrepieces of the ancient buildings on the Acropolis and encapsulate both the beauty and achievements of ancient Greek spirit and civilisation. We continue at the Acropolis Museum where artefacts recovered from the site and spanning thousands of years are displayed. This afternoon we visit the Benaki Museum illustrating the Greek world through its extraordinary collection of Greek, Roman and Byzantine antiquities in the family s neoclassical Athens mansion. Overnight Athens (B) Above: Delphi is spectacularly located on the cliff face of Mt Parnassus; the Acropolis Museum is solely dedicated to artefacts found on the slopes of the site Below: The streets and squares of Athens a ripe for discover and individual exploration Sunday 17 November Athens Agora and Archaeological Museum We depart for a guided walking tour through the Agora, centre of the ancient city where citizens assembled for a wide variety of administrative, cultural, religious and political purposes. This afternoon we visit the National Archaeological Museum of Greece, with its incomparable collection of Mycenaean and classical period art and artefacts. Originally built to house finds from around Athens it has become a truly national museum with collections devoted to prehistory, sculptures, metallurgy and pottery. Overnight Athens (B)

Monday 18 November Cycladic Museum This morning we visit the Museum of Cycladic Art, a private collection of Cycladic, Ancient Greek and Cypriot artefacts accumulated by Dolly and Nicholas Goulandris since the 1960 s. Over 3000 artefacts from the Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean cultures dating from the 4th century CE are housed over four levels in two separate buildings. As one of the most important exhibits of Cycladic art in the world, the collection contains austere marble figurines depicting the naked human form that have inspired 20th-century artists such as Brancussi, Modigliani and Moore. The afternoon is at leisure before a farewell dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight Athens (B, D) Tuesday 19 November Depart The tour concludes after breakfast. Passengers who have booked their international flights through Academy Travel will be provided with a transfer to the airport. (B) Weather on tour November is an enjoyable time to visit Greece. The summer hordes have departed, but temperatures are still mild in the late teens on the mainland and up to an average of 21 degrees on Crete. Evening temperatures remain only drop to around 12 degrees and the sea temperature is a pleasant 20 degrees. Cloud cover has increased but with only a slight chance of rain. Above: A beautifully carved Cycladic marble female figurine Below: The Neoclassical Stathatos Mansion houses the temporary exhibitions of the Cycladic Museum Air travel OPTIONS The tour price quoted is for land content only. We recommend flights with Emirates, Qatar or Etihad, who fly daily into and out of Athens. Please contact us for further information on competitive Economy, Business and First-Class airfares. Airport transfers will be included for all passengers booking their flights through Academy Travel.

Hotel Information Athens, Divani Palace Acropolis (5 nights) We have Acropolis view rooms at this conveniently located hotel divaniacropolishotel.com Heraklion, GDM Megaron Hotel (3 nights) Five-star hotel overlooking the harbour in the city centre. www.gdmmegaron.com Chania, Kydon Hotel (1 night) Four-star with superior rooms overlooking the old town. www.kydonhotel.com Cruise, MS Galileo (7 nights) Category B cabins are included in the tour price. Both cabins include air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, mini fridge, safe deposit boxes, hair dryer and en suite bathroom with shower. Deck Plan: Sun Deck Category B: Lower Deck Cabin The Category B cabins are located on the Lower Deck and have portholes. Cabins are a compact 11-13 square metres. Category A: Upper Deck Cabin Cabins are located on the Upper Deck and have large portholes. Cabins are a compact 12-13 square metres. Above: The sun deck, equipped with sun beds, deckchairs and shaded areas; and the shaded outdoor deck area with an outdoor bar Upper Deck Below: the lounge area, located on the main deck Main Deck Lower Deck www.varietycruises.com/english/variety/ship/ms-galileo/4

Tour Price The tour price is $9,645 per person, twin share. The supplement for a single traveller is $1,785. This is based on a comfortable Category B Lower Deck cabin. UPGRADE TO CATEGORY A CABIN We are holding four Category A Upper Deck cabins, with a supplement price set out in the table below. Please contact us to check the availability of these cabins. Category A Upper Deck Cabin (4 cabins available) Supplement Supplement of $480 per person, twin share TOUR DEPOSIT A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required to secure a place on the tour. A second non-refundable deposit of $1,500 is required six months before departure. Tour inclusions INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE Nine nights accommodation in selected four- and fivestar hotels in Athens, Heraklion and Chania Seven nights aboard the MS Galileo with full board Breakfast daily, plus lunches and dinners as indicated in the itinerary Shore excursions during the cruise Land travel by air-conditioned coach One-way economy class airfare from Athens to Heraklion and Chania to Athens Background talks and extensive tour notes All entrance fees to sites mentioned on itinerary Local guides for most cities and sites Tips to local guides and drivers Group tip for cruise staff NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE International air fares, taxes and surcharges Travel insurance Individual tips to cruise cabin staff Meals not stated as included in this itinerary Internet during cruise (limited availability, chargeable) Items of a personal nature such as laundry or phone Enquiries & bookings For further information and to secure a place on this tour please contact Rebecca Fussell at Academy Travel on 9235 0023 or 1800 639 699 (outside Sydney) or email rebecca@academytravel.com.au Fitness Requirements of THIS tour GRADE TWO It is important both for you and for your fellow travellers that you are fit enough to be able to enjoy all the activities on this tour. To give you an indication of the level of physical fitness required to participate on our tours, we have given them a star grading. Academy Travel s tours tend to feature extended walking tours and site visits, which require greater fitness than coach touring. We ask you to carefully consider your ability to meet the physical demands of the tour. Participation criteria for this tour This Grade Two tour is designed for people who lead active lives and can comfortably participate in up to five hours of physical activity per day on most days, including longer walking tours, challenging archaeological sites, climbing stairs, embarking and disembarking trains and/or boats, and a more demanding tour schedule with one night stops or several internal flights. You should be able to: keep up with the group at all times walk for 4-5 kilometres at a moderate pace with only short breaks stand for a reasonable length of time in galleries and museums tolerate uncomfortable climatic conditions such as cold, humidity and heat walk up and down slopes negotiate steps and slopes on archaeological sites, which are often uneven and unstable get on and off a large coach with steep stairs, train or boat unassisted, possibly with luggage move your luggage a short distance if required A note for older travellers If you are more than 80 years old, or have restricted mobility, it is highly likely that you will find this itinerary challenging. You will have to miss several activities and will not get the full value of the tour. Your booking will not be accepted until after you have contacted Academy Travel to discuss your situation and the exact physical requirements of this tour. While we will do our best to reasonably accommodate the physical needs of all group members, we reserve the right to refuse bookings if we feel that the requirements of the tour are too demanding for you and/or if local conditions mean we cannot reasonably accommodate your condition.

TO SUBMIT YOUR BOOKING: Complete form on screen. Simply click in the box to fill in your details and press Tab to progress to the next box. Save the completed form and email it to us. Or print the form, complete the fields and send it back to us. Name of tour: Departure date: A Your details This is my first tour with Academy Travel I have previously travelled with Academy Travel PASSENGER 1 PASSENGER 2 Your title (Ms, Mrs, Mr, Dr etc): Your full name (as it appears on your passport): Your title (Ms, Mrs, Mr, Dr etc): Your full name (as it appears on your passport): Preferred first name: Date of birth: Preferred first name: Date of birth: Postal Address: Postal Address: State: Postcode: State: Postcode: Email: Email: Phone - Area code: Phone: Phone - Area code: Phone: Mobile: Mobile: Passport number: Expiry date: Passport number: Expiry date: Frequent flyer number(s) Seating (Aisle or window) Frequent flyer number(s) Seating (Aisle or window) Name of next of kin (not travelling with you): Name of next of kin (not travelling with you): Relationship to you: Contact number of next of kin: Relationship to you: Contact number of next of kin: PROOF OF IDENTITY Please provide a photocopy of the photo page of your passport together with this booking form. ROOMING PREFERENCES I am travelling: on my own with a friend or family member. Name of friend or family member (if not passenger 2) I/we would like: a room for sole occupancy a twin-bedded room a double-bedded room B Your special requirements MEAL REQUIREMENTS/ALLERGIES Please indicate below if you have any special dietary requirements. Appropriate meals will be requested for you on all flights and group meals based on this information. PASSENGER 1 PASSENGER 2 I do not have any specific dietary requirements or allergies I have the following specific dietary requirements/allergies I do not have any specific dietary requirements or allergies I have the following specific dietary requirements/allergies MEDICAL CONDITIONS Please indicate below if you have any serious health issue that may affect your travel insurance coverage, your physical capacity to undertake some activities on tour or may otherwise need to be considered by the tour leader/manager during the tour. PASSENGER 1 PASSENGER 2 I have no specific medical condition that Academy Travel needs to know about Academy Travel needs to know about the following medical condition(s) I have no specific medical condition that Academy Travel needs to know about Academy Travel needs to know about the following medical condition(s) Level 1, 341 George Street Sydney NSW 2000 Phone: + 61 2 9235 0023 or 1800 639 699 (outside Sydney) ACADEMY TRAVEL

BOOKING FORM C Your travel plans I/we wish Academy Travel to arrange air travel from Australia. Economy Class. Premium Economy Class. Business Class. I/we will organize our own air travel. I/we are undecided about air travel. Please contact us to discuss the available options. I plan to leave Australia before the tour commences. Planned departure date: I intend to take part in the extension tour offered in the itinerary (if applicable). I/we plan to undertake additional travel before/after the tour and would like Academy Travel to organise this (please describe destinations and length of stay required below). To discuss your travel arrangements please contact the travel consultant for your tour. You can also email enquiries to info@academytravel.com.au. D Your acceptance of booking conditions PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND SIGN BELOW DEPOSITS A deposit of $500 per person is required to confirm your booking on a tour. Final payment of the tour fee, insurance and any additional travel will be due 60 days before departure. CANCELLATION FEES If you decide to cancel your booking the following charges apply: More than 60 days before departure: $500* 60-45 days before tour start: 25% of total amount due 44-15 days before tour start: 75% of total amount due 14 days or less before departure: 100% of total amount due *This amount may be credited to another Academy Travel tour within 12 months of the original tour you booked. UNUSED PORTIONS OF THE TOUR We regret that refunds will not be given for any unused portions of the tour, such as meals, entry fees, accommodation, flights or transfers. TRAVEL INSURANCE Academy Travel requires all participants to obtain comprehensive travel insurance. We offer a comprehensive policy with a reputable insurer if required. PASSPORT AND VISA A valid passport is required for all international travel. If you do not hold an Australian passport you may require a re-entry permit. Some countries require a visa to be issued before you depart Australia. We will advise you of all passport and visa requirements, but it is your responsibility to ensure that you meet passport and visa requirements before you depart. WILL THE TOUR PRICE CHANGE? If the number of participants in a tour is significantly less than budgeted, or if there is a significant change in exchange rates Academy Travel reserves the right to amend the advertised price. If this occurs you will be given the option of canceling your booking and obtaining a full refund. If an Academy Travel tour is forced to cancel you will get a full refund of all monies paid. WILL THE ITINERARY OR AIRLINE CHANGE? Occasionally circumstances beyond the control of Academy Travel make it necessary to change airline, hotel or to make slight amendments to daily itineraries. We will inform you of any changes as soon as they occur. FINAL PAYMENT Full and final payment for the tour, airfare travel, insurance and any additional travel you book is due 60 days before departure. Payment may be made by bank deposit, cheque, cash or credit card. Please note there is a surcharge for payments made by credit card. Academy Travel reserves the right to decline the booking or terminate the holiday of any traveller. I/we accept the conditions on this booking form I/we have read the information about the physical requirements of the tour in the detailed itinerary and confirm that I/we are able to meet these requirements. Date: AUTHORISATION By submitting this booking form, you are agreeing to the terms and conditions above and on our website, and the inclusions and non-inclusions listed in the detailed itinerary for the tour. E Deposit payment f How did you hear about this tour? A non-refundable $500 deposit is required for each person listed on this booking form. Please indicate which method you have chosen to pay your deposit: Number of passengers: Amount of deposit: $ Paid directly by cheque (Please make cheques payable to Academy Travel) Paid by credit card (Please complete details below) MasterCard Visa American Express Card Number: 3 or 4 digit security code: Expiry date: Please select where you first heard about this tour: I receive the Academy Travel tour program I receive the Academy Travel weekly emails I saw an advertisement online please specify I saw an advertisement in please specify I attended a lecture at... please specify Searching the internet please specify A friend recommended Academy Travel tours Other... please specify Name on card: Amount: $ AUTHORISATION Date: By submitting this booking form you are authorising us to charge the cost of deposits for booking on this tour. No further charges will be made without your prior authorisation. g SEND Please send your completed booking form to: Academy Travel GPO Box 5057 Sydney NSW 2001 Or email: info@academytravel.com.au or fax it to (02) 9235 0123 Additional booking forms can be downloaded from our website: academytravel.com.au 78146 04/18 ACADEMY TRAVEL TAILORED SMALL GROUP JOURNEYS Email: info@academytravel.com.au academytravel.com.au