RUSSIA WORLD CUP TOUR $ 13999 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE MOSCOW KAZAN SOCHI SAMARA ISTANBUL THE OFFER Every now and then, an opportunity comes along that you have to grab with both hands. This is one of them. In June, TripADeal will make football dreams come true with an exclusive 16 day World Cup Russia tour. Flights, hotels, match passes, a stopover in Istanbul this is the ultimate fan tour! Wave the green and gold for Australia at three matches in Kazan, Samara and Sochi - Australia vs France, Australia vs Denmark, and Australia vs Peru. Experience the highlights of Moscow on a guided tour, including stops at The Kremlin and St Basil s Cathedral in Red Square. Enjoy exclusive access to meet Socceroo legend Tim Cahill - TripADeal s new brand ambassador - and take home a signed World Cup ball to remember the trip. This game-changing tour includes international flights, 12 nights hotel accommodation in Russia, two nights accommodation in Istanbul (Turkey), charter flights in Russia, and much more. Don t miss this chance to be part of football history! 16 DAY RUSSIA WORLD CUP TOUR $13999 *Please note: all information provided in this brochure is subject to both change and availability. Prior to purchase please check the current live deal at www.tripadeal.com.au or contact our customer service team on 1300 00 TRIP (8747) 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 Australia - Istanbul, Turkey: 14th June 2018 Today depart Melbourne or Sydney for Istanbul, Turkey. Fly with award-winning Emirates. Upon arrival into Istanbul, be met by your TripADeal representative and transferred to the hotel. Located on both sides of the Bosphorus, the narrow strait between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul bridges Asia and Europe both physically and culturally. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Please note: customers departing Sydney will need to be at the airport the night before to meet their overnight flight (Day 0). Overnight: The President Hotel, Istanbul Meals included: In-Flight Day 2 Istanbul, Turkey - Kazan, Russia: 15th June 2018 Enjoy breakfast before transferring to the airport for your charter flight to Kazan - the starting point of your Russia World Cup adventure. Upon arrival, a TripADeal representative will meet you and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure in Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, or enjoy an evening cruise (not included) on the Volga River - Russia s most famous river. Overnight: Korston Club Hotel, Kazan Day 3 Kazan, Game Day - Australia vs France: 16th June 2018 Today is the first Socceroos game of the World Cup! A transfer will be arranged from the hotel to the Kazan Game Arena. Kickoff is at 1:00pm. Happy Match Day! Overnight: Korston Club Hotel, Kazan Day 4 Kazan - Moscow, Russia: 17th June 2018 Transfer to the airport for your chartered flight to Moscow, the vibrant capital city of Russia, which will be your home for the next three days. Upon arrival transfer to your hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. This grand city is home to a multitude of fascinating attractions including The Kremlin, the Bolshoi Theatre, and the surprisingly opulent Moscow Metro. Overnight: Lotte Hotel, Moscow Day 5 Moscow City Tour: 18th June 2018 Today enjoy a locally guided tour of Moscow, a city of historic architectural masterpieces and modern high-tech wonders. See the key landmarks such as Red Square, the Kremlin (entrance included), Victory Park and much more. The Kremlin, characterised by its red-brick walls, was first constructed in 1156 as a wooden fortress by the order of Grand Duke Yuri Dolgoruky. It has been rebuilt several times. The current appearance was formed in 1495 by the best architects of Russia and Italy. Today the Kremlin complex serves as the official residence of the Russian President. Overnight: Lotte Hotel, Moscow Day 6 Moscow Free Day: 19th June 2018 Enjoy a free day to experience the artistry, history, and culture of Moscow. Overnight: Lotte Hotel, Moscow Day 7 Moscow - Samara, Russia: 20th June 2018 After breakfast transfer to the airport for the next leg of your Russian adventure, starting with a chartered flight to Samara. Enjoy a panoramic city tour of Samara. Samara is a bustling hub of activity, a diverse city which acts as the gateway to the Volga region. A former hub of Russia s space program, the city is home to fascinating sights such as Samara Space Museum and one of Stalin s bunkers. End the day enjoying a sunset over the banks of the Volga River.
THE ITINERARY Overnight: 7 Avenue Hotel, Samara Day 8 Samara, Game Day - Australia vs Denmark: 21st June 2018 Today the Socceroos will face off against Denmark in their second group match. A transfer will be arranged from the hotel to the Samara Arena in the afternoon. Kick off will be at 4pm. Happy Match Day! Overnight: 7 Avenue Hotel, Samara Day 9 Samara - Sochi, Russia: 22nd June 2018 After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your charter flight to Sochi. Located on the Russian Riviera, the resort city of Sochi is Russia s top beach destination. Famed for its amazing coastline, endless shingle beaches, warm sunny days, and bustling nightlife, it s a summertime mecca for Russia s rich and famous. Best of all, Sochi hosts two matches - World Cup holders Germany v Sweden (tickets not included) ahead of Australia s final group game against Peru. Day 10 Sochi Free Day: 23rd June 2018 Today you will explore Sochi, a city perhaps best known to the world as the host city of the 2014 Winter Olympic Games. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city s highlights, including the Pushkinskaya Library, the Canon and Anchor monument, the Primorskaya Hotel one of the oldest hotels in the city, built in the 1930s in Stalin s Empire style and the Winter Theatre another majestic example of Stalinist architecture (entrances where required are not included). Tonight take the opportunity to watch the next match Germany vs Sweden with a kick-off at 9:00pm (transfers or tickets not included). Day 11 Sochi Free Day: 24th June 2018 Enjoy the next two days at leisure in Sochi, the summer capital of Russia. Day 12 Sochi Free Day: 25th June 2018 Enjoy the day at leisure. Day 13 Sochi, Game Day: Australia vs Peru: 26th June 2018 Enjoy the morning at leisure before transferring to Fisht Olympic Stadium for the Socceroos final match of the group. Kick-off is at 5:00pm. Happy Match Day! Day 14 Sochi, Russia - Istanbul, Turkey: 27th June 2018 Enjoy your final morning in Sochi. In the afternoon you will be transferred to the airport for your chartered flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival meet your TripADeal representative and be transferred to your hotel. Make the most of your day in this Turkish capital by exploring local markets, wandering through the crowded city streets, enjoying fare in local restaurants, admiring incredible architectural masterpieces, or perhaps visiting a traditional hammam (Turkish bath). Overnight: The President Hotel, Istanbul Day 15 Istanbul, Turkey - Australia: 28th June 2018 Today marks the end of your incredible World Cup adventure. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight home. Please note: if your flight departs early, breakfast will be arranged for pick up from the hotel reception the night before. ;In-Flight
THE ITINERARY Day 16 Arrive in Australia: 29th June 2018 Please note: some flights may arrive in Australia +1 day later.
TOUR INCLUSIONS HIGHLIGHTS Be a part of history at the 2018 World Cup in Russia Discover the wonders of Turkey and Russia Explore the cities of Istanbul, Moscow, Kazan, Samara and Sochi See the Kremlin and Red Square on a tour of Moscow Enjoy a guided tour of Sochi, the summer playground of Russia Soak up the culture of Samara on the Volga River Enjoy exclusive access to meet Socceroo legend Tim Cahill and members of the Socceroos Receive 3 Premium Match Day Tickets Watch Australia vs France, Australia vs Denmark and Australia vs Peru Take home a 2018 World Cup soccer ball signed by Tim Cahill DINING Enjoy daily breakfast TOUR ESSENTIALS English-speaking TripADeal Tour Representative Meet and assist on arrival Airline taxes and surcharges TRANSPORT Transportation by private A/C vehicles TRANSFERS Return airport transfers 1-way transfers to the 3 game day matches FLIGHTS Return Emirates international flights (economy class) ex SYD/MEL to Istanbul, Turkey Return international charter flights (economy class) from Turkey to Russia 1-way charter flight (economy class) from Kazan to Moscow, Russia 1-way charter flight (economy class) from Moscow to Samara, Russia 1-way charter flight (economy class) from Samara to Sochi, Russia ACCOMMODATION 2 nights in 4 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul, Turkey 12 nights in 4 to 5 star hotel accommodation in Russia
IMPORTANT INFORMATION *Please note: all information provided in this brochure is subject to both change and availability. Prior to purchase please check the current live deal at www.tripadeal.com. au or contact our customer service team on 1300 00 TRIP (8747) 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. Please note: all additional charges are payable direct to your Travel Consultant (unless otherwise stated). OFFER ESSENTIALS Travel offer is valid for travel on the 14th June 2018. Travel offer is valid for one person based on twin share. Single Traveller Supplement For solo travellers a mandatory single supplement of $4720 applies. Departure Date 14th June 2018 Departure Cities Sydney or Melbourne. FLIGHTS Full Service Airline(s) Used Emirates (subject to availability). Arrive early OR Stay Behind Stopover Packages Flight Class Upgrades Premium Economy: Business Class: Buy now $6399 per person. Please note: *Starting from quotes will be processed and returned for your consideration. All Business Class upgrades are subject to availability (if we are not able to fulfill your business class request the upgrade cost will be refunded). On any upgrade purchase, short haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed in a Business cabin; subject to aircraft configuration. ACCOMMODATION Accommodation Used 4-5 Star (self-rated) Istanbul (Turkey): The President Hotel Kazan (Russia): Korston Club Hotel Moscow (Russia): Lotte Hotel (5 Star Hotel) Samara (Russia): 7 Avenue Hotel Sochi (Russia): Sea Galaxy & Congress Spa Hotel Please note: 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 Maximum Room Capacity 2 people. Child Policy No child discounts. Full price applies for all children travelling with their parents. Valid for Children 12 years old and over. Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors allowed. Triple Share Bedding Configuration Double or Twin Bedding (subject to availability). Adjoining / Interconnecting Rooms GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION Minimum group size 40, maximum group size 50 per vehicle. EXCLUSIONS Visa fees and requirements (An e-visa for Turkey is a strict requirement if travelling on an Australian passport. A Russian visa is exempt for World Cup 2018 Ticket holders. Meals/beverages not stated in the itinerary Recommended gratuities/tipping at approximately 5 per person/day for the driver and guide Optional activities/tours Personal expenses Travel insurance (Mandatory) Please note: A comprehensive travel Insurance policy must be organised BEFORE all details can be finalised. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURE Turkey: June in Turkey signals the start of summer and an influx of crowds. June sees average temperatures for June is 23 C (73 F). Average highs for the month are 29 C (84 F) and a average sunshine hours is the most for the year. Russia: The warmest times to visit Russia are June, July and August. Typical high temperatures in the warm months of June, are around 23 C (73 F), but during heat waves, which can occur anytime from May to September, daytime
IMPORTANT INFORMATION temperature highs often top 30 C (86 F). TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER Tour Guide: Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction in which he or she is guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves the group at the end of the tour, they do not travel with the group. Tour Leader: An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides in each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village, and offer information on the place visited on the bus, however they are not required to have specific knowledge on art, architecture, or history. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and if caught doing so, can be fined. Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when particularly required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. COACH TOUR Meals: Daily breakfast is included in the tour, for all other meals; lunches and dinners the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. You can also enquire about any allergies and food and if necessary advise meals to be to be prepared with any medication you require. Luggage: You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on the tour. With regards to luggage, you must carry your own luggage from the coach to the hotel room and back to the coach. The driver will assist with the uploading and off-loading of the luggage from the coach. Gratuities: Gratuities (tips) are not included in the tour price for services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The recommended tip for the tour leader and driver is 5 per person per day, which will be collected whilst on tour. Fitness Level Required / Mobility: Our vehicles are not equipped with wheelchair access, so unfortunately our tours are currently not suitable for wheelchair users and those less mobile. Please note: a standard level of fitness will be required. If you have any concerns please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel. VISAS Turkey: A Tourist Visa for Turkey is a strict requirement if travelling on an Australian Passport. If you are visiting Turkey for tourism or business purposes and for less than 90 days in a 180 day period, you ll need to get an electronic visa ( e-visa ) this can take approx. 3 business days to process. You will be able to start your E-Visa application process once you receive your final travel documentation 6 weeks prior to departure. Please note: Passengers who are not Australian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required. Russia: A Tourist Visa for Russia is a strict requirement if travelling on an Australian Passport. However for this world event, the law permits visa-free entry to Russia for all 2018 World Cup match ticket holders and free overground travel on public transport 18 hours before and after matches. TripADeal will provide you with further information in your Travel Pack. Please note: Passengers who are not Australian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required. INSURANCE We are proud to offer a range of travel insurance products - please ask your Travel Consultant for more information. SCHEDULE OF FEES Voluntary Changes This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue. 1st Change - $100.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. 2nd Change - $150.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. Subsequent changes - $250.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. Changes within 30 days of departure $350.00 person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. Changes within 14 days of departure $500.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other travel provider. Name Changes Due To Passenger Error If the incorrect name has been advised to TripADeal, charges of $150.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/ other
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