South Pacific Wonders For more information call: Maryanke Alexander Maryanke Tour & Travel (989) 866-8200 1-800-542-3895 October 23 November 09, 2017 18 s 24 Meals Highlights: Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney, Sydney Opera House, Auckland, Rotorua, Christchurch, Mount Cook National Park, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Arrowtown Deposit: $500 Save $600 pp! Double $7,049pp $7,649 Single $8,499pp $9,099 Triple $6,999pp $7,599 * For bookings made after 4/25/2017 call for rates. * Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Gerald R. Ford International Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers * Not Included in Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $350 per person * All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change based on air inclusive package from GRR YOUR ITINERARY AT A GLANCE 1 2 : Overnight Flight 3 5: Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort, Cairns 6 8 : Novotel Sydney Rockford Darling Harbour, Sydney 9: Grand Millennium Hotel Auckland, Auckland 10 11: Millennium Hotel Rotorua, Rotorua 12 13: Rydges Latimer Hotel, Christchurch 14 17: Millennium Hotel Queenstown, Queenstown On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
FULL ITINERARY 1 2 Oct 23, 2017 Oct 25, 2017: Depart From Home Today you board your flight and begin the adventure of a lifetime. Crossing the International Dateline, you skip a day ahead. 3 Oct 25, 2017: Cairns, Australia - Tour Begins Your tour opens in Cairns, the tropical gateway to one of the world s most spectacular natural attractions and a World Heritage site the Great Barrier Reef. Established as a marine park in 1975, the reef is a haven for thousands of species of sea life, as well as turtles and birds. Included meals: Dinner 4 Oct 26, 2017: Great Barrier Reef Board a high speed catamaran for an exciting excursion to the Great Barrier Reef. This is an immense series of 2,800 coral reefs which are home to amazingly diverse marine life. Explore the reef from your base on Green Island. Enjoy a glass bottom boat ride, stroll the island walking trails, relax on the beaches, snorkel or just watch the fish and sea turtles swim past from the pier. For a more adventurous encounter with the reef, optional scuba diving and an outer reef tour are also available. Whichever way you choose, you ll see some of the world s most fascinating marine and plant life., Lunch 5 Oct 27, 2017: Cairns Come to know the history of Australia s original inhabitants at the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Center. Here you ll see traditional dances, learn how to play a didgeridoo or even throw a boomerang. Browse the renowned art gallery and visit the interpretation center which houses a collection of interesting artifacts. At Hartley s Croc Farm, get up close and personal with crocodiles in their natural habitat! Boardwalks take you on a path of adventure through rainforests and woodlands, home to birds, reptiles and wallabies. While visiting you also have the chance to meet some of the local koalas and have a private talk with a wildlife naturalist to learn more about these cuddly creatures. Take an exciting cruise on the lagoon and watch for crocodiles before enjoying a delicious Aussie barbecue., Dinner 6 Oct 28, 2017: Cairns - Sydney Your morning is at leisure. Make your own adventure or simply relax and take in the tropical atmosphere. Later today, fly to the bustling city of Sydney.
7 Oct 29, 2017: Sydney This morning, see where the original English colonists first settled in 1788 during a city tour of Sydney. Highlights of your tour include Kings Cross, the Harbour Bridge, Chinatown, the Rocks, Circular Quay, the Botanic Gardens and the fashionable suburb of Paddington. Discover one of the world s most fascinating architectural sights as you take a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House, poised majestically on Sydney Harbour. Next, learn how raw opals mined from the depths of the Earth are transformed into beautiful works of art at the National Opal Centre. The evening is free to explore Sydney at your leisure the opportunities are endless! 8 Oct 30, 2017: Sydney Take hold of the exciting city of Sydney during a day of independent exploration. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to offer suggestions. Tonight, experience the best of Sydney. As you say your farewell to Australia, chat with new friends and take in the sights during a delightful dinner cruise of Sydney Harbour. Marvel at the scenic vistas the harbour has to offer including Sydney s magnificent skyline and iconic attractions: the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge., Dinner 9 Oct 31, 2017: Sydney - Auckland, New Zealand Today you leave Australia behind and fly to one of the world s best-kept secrets New Zealand. Arrive in Auckland, the City of Sails, consistently rated one of the best places in the world to live. Auckland has the highest Polynesian population in the world, imbuing its chic atmosphere with the vibrant feel of the Pacific Islands. The evening is yours to explore New Zealand s largest city. 10 Nov 01, 2017: Auckland - Rotorua Get to know the best of Auckland during a panoramic city tour featuring the America s Cup Village, the War Memorial, vibrant Queen Street and the Auckland Harbour Bridge. Next, travel to the dramatic geothermal landscape of Rotorua. Known as the Maori capital of New Zealand, over onethird of Rotorua s population has Maori roots dating back over 1,000 years. Tonight, experience an authentic Hangi dinner celebration where you learn about the warmhearted Maoris and their lives before European colonists arrived in Aotearoa (New Zealand) and since. Enjoy an immersive experience featuring authentic Maori entertainment such as the poi dance and the famous Haka war challenge., Dinner
11 Nov 02, 2017: Rotorua This morning visit Te Puia, New Zealand's premier Maori cultural and geothermal experience and a landscape of erupting geysers, bubbling mud pools and other geothermal wonders. The National Carving School and National Weaving School are located here, passing on age-old customs by teaching the tribal youth these traditional skills. Take part in an interactive demonstration on the art of weaving. You will also view the Kiwi bird and learn what is being done in an effort to remove the Kiwi from the endangered species list. Next, meet the skilled carvers who work with pounamu New Zealand greenstone at a local jade factory. Then, visit the Agrodome where you will see a fun sheep shearing demonstration and learn about the importance of agriculture to the nation. Tonight, relax or explore this lovely city on your own. 12 Nov 03, 2017: Rotorua - Christchurch A short flight* brings you to the historic city of Christchurch. Devastated by an earthquake in early 2011, see firsthand how the city known as the Garden City is recreating itself. Make yourself right at home this evening when a New Zealand family welcomes you into their home for dinner! This is sure to be an unforgettable experience during which you will make new friends, learn about the customs of the Kiwis, and enjoy a home-cooked meal., Dinner 13 Nov 04, 2017: Christchurch Enjoy some leisure time to explore Christchurch on your own. You may wish to visit the International Antarctic Centre to learn about the 7th continent, or simply relax and enjoy what the city has to offer. 14 Nov 05, 2017: Christchurch - Mt. Cook Region - Queenstown Traverse the spectacular countryside to New Zealand s most famous national park, Mount Cook. Mt. Cook is one of the most impressive mountains in the world. En route, visit a Canterbury farmyard for a fantastic opportunity to learn how a New Zealand family farm operates. You may even catch a sheep shearing demonstration. Continue to Queenstown and enjoy a stop at a local fruit stand to gain an inside look at the produce of New Zealand. This evening, take in the city of Queenstown from above and soak in the breathtaking views during a gondola ride to dinner at the Skyline Restaurant overlooking Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkable Mountains., Dinner
15 Nov 06, 2017: Queenstown - Milford Sound - Queenstown En route to Milford Sound, enjoy the rugged grandeur of the Hollyford Valley. You ll travel through ancient beech forest via the Homer Tunnel. During a cruise of the breathtakingly beautiful Milford Sound you will see why this fjord is one of the most visited sights on the South Island. With rock faces that rise nearly 4,000 feet on either side, the scenery will take your breath away. Following your cruise, you return to Queenstown. You may choose to return via a short optional flight (weather permitting) for spectacular views of New Zealand s Southern Alps., Lunch 16 Nov 07, 2017: Queenstown Today Queenstown offers up several options to enhance your tour. Shop or people-watch in the village; enjoy an optional and exhilarating jet boat ride on the Shotover River; or join the optional "Journey through Middle Earth" tour which takes you through the majestic Remarkable Mountains and the breathtaking Queenstown countryside showcasing many of the spots where The Lord of the Rings movies were filmed. 17 Nov 08, 2017: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Queenstown Enjoy a leisurely touring day as you set off for the beautiful turn-of-the-century Gold Rush settlement of Arrowtown. Take time to explore independently and stroll its quaint, historic streets. Next, explore the Central Otago region where many of New Zealand s best wines are grown and produced. During a stop at a local winery, visit their storage cave for a tasting of some of their famous wines., Dinner 18 Nov 09, 2017: Queenstown - Tour Ends Your tour ends, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful adventure. EXTEND YOUR VACATION WITH 4 s - 3 Nights Fiji Post Tour Extension Rate: $999.00 USD per person, double, land & air inclusive 4 Meals: 3 breakfasts, 1 Dinner
18 Queenstown - Nadi, Fiji Today you will arrive in the beautiful tropical paradise of Fiji. Fijians are warm and friendly, with a welcoming, vibrant South Pacific culture. The expansive sandy beaches and clear ocean waters draw visitors from around the world. 19 Fiji Your day is free to explore everything that your resort has to offer. Relax by the beach and pool or choose one of the many fun, adventurous activities available to you from the hotel activities desk. Tonight, enjoy a lovely dinner., Dinner 20 Fiji Enjoy another day of rest and relaxation. The friendly concierge and activities staff will help you get the most out of your time. Late checkout is included so that you can enjoy all the resort facilities until your departure. Please Note Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. A very leisurely pace, this tour involves minimal physical activity, such as climbing some stairs, boarding a motor coach, and walking from the hotel reception area to hotel rooms and dining areas. Extensions are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request. Due to flight schedules, on some departures the optional Fiji extension is 2 nights and is slightly lower priced. During your extension, your local guide will provide included sightseeing services and will be available via a local office at other times. A minimum of 4 passengers is required for this extension to operate. Air inclusive rate is valid for guests who have purchased our air package for the full tour. Rate will vary for those who have purchased their own air. 21 Fiji - Tour Ends
AVAILABLE OPTIONS: Cairns Over and Through the Rainforest Canopy $105pp Glide over and through the lush rainforests of Cairns on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, the world s longest gondola cableway. The comfortable gondola carries you 4½ miles through the rugged beauty of Barron Gorge National Park, part of the Wet Tropics, a UNESCO World Heritage area. The gondola dips through the layers of the canopy to bring you deep into the rainforest, stopping at two viewing platforms along the way. Experience the sights, sounds and scents of this vibrant ecosystem up close and see the dramatic Barron gorge and waterfalls. Duration: Approximately 2 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is included. The Outer Reef Experience $150pp Jump in and explore the vibrant, colorful world teeming with life at the Agincourt Reef at the very edge of the Continental Shelf of the Great Barrier Reef. This massive reef system, the largest in the world, can actually be seen from space. Cruise across the water by catamaran to the Quicksilver pontoon where a diverse, bountiful ecosystem is yours to discover. You may enjoy the fish feeding from the unique underwater platform. You re sure to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience exploring one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Duration: Approximately 9 hours. Please note a minimum of 1 passengers is required. Transportation is included.york Christchurch Antarctica the Seventh Continent! $40pp Did you know that New Zealand is one of the primary departure points for Antarctica? Well, this makes it the perfect place to learn about the 7th continent! Step inside and be transported to the white continent! The awesome and magical beauty of Antarctica is recreated with an interactive, fun and exciting experience of the Great White South. See the seasons change before your eyes. Feel the chill of winter and watch daylight return as the Antarctic summer approaches. They ll outfit you to experience the Polar Room, where you ll find real snow and ice. Explore the snow cave or brave the wind chill machine. Every half hour an Antarctic storm blows through the Polar Room, with lightning, authentic Antarctic storm audio and 25 mile per hour winds. The Aquarium features amazing creatures found in McMurdo Sound. Experience the internationally acclaimed 4-D experience that takes you on a simulated journey through the notoriously rough Drake Passage to the shores of Antarctica. Get up close and personal with the amazing little blue penguin. This is as close to the seventh continent as you can get without going! Duration: Approximately 2.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is included.
Queensland TAC Hot Air Ballooning Adventure $200pp Float in a hot air balloon over blue gum and paperbark trees and experience the wide open spaces of the Atherton Tablelands in the beautiful early morning light. Watch in wonder as the balloons inflate and rise into the sky. Don t forget your camera to capture dawn s light on the lush rainforest and pastureland below you. Keep an eye out for the birds and wildlife that are so active in these dawn hours. This option is only available to purchase while on tour through your tour manager. Time is seasonal. This option operates on a weather permitting basis only. Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 1 passengers is required. Transportation is included. Queensland Cruise Lake Wakatipu to Dinner $95pp All aboard! Board a Fiordlander and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Country Farm. Enjoy the hospitality of the Colonel s Homestead at an impressive buffet where you can indulge in the best of New Zealand meats and seafood, fresh vegetables and garden salads. You are sure to find the house dessert specialties hard to resist! An after-dinner visit to the farm provides an entertaining glimpse into farming life in the high country. Cruise back to Queenstown, relaxing or joining in the revelry of the lively sing-along. This option is only available from May 11 through July 2 while the TSS Earnslaw is undergoing yearly scheduled maintenance. Duration: Approximately 4 hours. Please note a minimum of 1 passengers is required. Transportation is not included. A Blaze of Glory on the Shotover River! $110pp Zoom through the sheer canyons of the Shotover River on this thrilling ride. Shotover Jet boats race along in mere centimeters of the glacial water which flows down from the Southern Alps, providing an exhilarating, but safe and enjoyable ride for all ages. You may get a little wet, but it is a unique and fun way to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the South Island of New Zealand and absorb a little of the spirit that has made Queenstown a world center for adventure tourism. Many people think adventure is only for the young. Guests on these jet boats consistently illustrate otherwise this adventure is perfect for the young at heart! Weather may be cold (boat has heated handlebars) and you may get wet during this option. Actual high speed boating time is 25 minutes. Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 1 passengers is required. Transportation is included. Journey through Middle Earth Safari of the Scenes $135pp Embark on a 4WD adventure into the primeval, mystical landscapes where the powerful "Lord of the Rings" trilogy inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien was filmed. The vast panoramas of unspoiled wilderness and awesome grandeur of New Zealand s South Island provided the ideal setting to bring these
beloved adventures to life. Trek into the Remarkable Mountains and travel to the entrance of Skipper Canyon. As well as locations where scenes from the movies were filmed, this safari will introduce you to the gold mining heritage of the area you can even try your hand at gold panning as you enjoy morning refreshments by the Arrow River. Option to cancel is available up until 24 hours before start date of tour. If you choose to cancel within 24 hours of the tour, you will still be liable for payment. Duration: Approximately 4 hours. Please note a minimum of 1 passengers is required. Transportation is included. Take a Steamship to Dinner $115pp Step back in time when you board the TSS Earnslaw, the beloved steamship that has been transporting goods and people on Lake Wakatipu since 1912. Nicknamed "The Lady of the Lake," she is the only coal-fired steamship still in operation in the southern hemisphere. Embark on a leisurely cruise across the pristine waters to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Enjoy the hospitality of the Colonel s Homestead at an impressive buffet where you can indulge in the best of New Zealand meats and seafood, fresh vegetables and garden salads. You are sure to find the house dessert specialties hard to resist! An after-dinner visit to the farm provides an entertaining glimpse into farming life in the high country. Cruise back to Queenstown, relaxing or joining in the revelry of the lively sing-along. This option is only available from July through April as it is drydocked during the other months of the year. When the TSS Earnslaw is undergoing maintenance, the Cruise Lake Wakatipu to Dinner option will be made available to purchase. Duration: Approximately 4 hours. Please note a minimum of 1 passengers is required. Transportation is included. SYDNEY A Sydney Night Out $130pp Meet the fascinating denizens of the deep at the largest aquarium in the Southern Hemisphere. Sea Life Sydney Aquarium allows you to experience the enormous diversity of 14 unique Australian aquatic zones. Over 13,000 animals are found here, including huge sharks, rays, platypuses, crocodiles, and more! Australia s marine diversity will astound you from the weedy sea dragon of the Southern Oceans to the wiggly sea cucumber found in tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Later, enjoy dinner at a popular spot with locals and tourists alike. Enjoy the city's renowned cuisine and picturesque waterfront location. Duration: Approximately 5.5 hours. Please note a minimum of 15 passengers is required. Transportation is included. CANCELLATION WAIVER: Worry-Free Cancellation Our industry-leading cancellation waiver offers travellers a full cash refund for the price of the tour, right up to the day prior to departure, minus the small cost of the
waiver. Travel worry-free knowing if anything changes, you're protected. Plus, you're covered on tour. Our cancellation waiver and insurance plan covers you on tour. If you have to stop your trip or return home early, need medical assistance or evacuation, suffer a baggage loss or delay; or are delayed on tour for 12 hours or more, you're covered. Cancellation Waiver and Insurance is just $350 per person. More details at http:// www.gocollette.com/en/about-collette/ terms-and-conditions TRAVEL TIPS: Accommodations On some programs, there are a limited number of single and triple rooms. Double rooms usually consist of 2 beds. Triple rooms are normally a standard double room with 2 beds. A cot or rollaway bed may be added to the double room at some hotels, based on room size and Pire codes. When triples are not available, appropriate charges for single and twin accommodations will be assessed. We make every effort to accommodate your specipic requests and forward them to the hotels. These requests cannot be guaranteed as hotels may not always be able to honor them. Check-in times are set by individual hotel properties and vary by hotel. Depending on your arrival time, there may be a delay in gaining access to your room as most hotels offer afternoon check-in. We ask guests to observe check-out times at all properties as designated by the hotel. Some hotels require a credit card imprint or your passport information upon checkin in order to activate telephones in the rooms and for potential incidental charges. Most hotels charge an access fee for using phones in hotel rooms. Please check with the front desk personnel at each hotel for specipic policies. Hotel membership programs are not applicable. In certain countries, hotel rooms tend to be smaller than standard U.S. accommodations. Please be assured that we use high quality properties throughout each country. ADA The Americans with Disabilities Act does not apply outside of the United States. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the special needs of tour participants. Persons requiring individual assistance must be accompanied by a companion who is capable of, and totally responsible for, providing the necessary assistance. Neither our personnel nor its suppliers may physically lift or assist clients onto transportation vehicles. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member who has special mobility, dietary or other like needs.
Arrival Suggestions Due to varied Plight schedules and arrival times of our tour guests, there are no scheduled activities prior to dinner on 1. Should your Plight schedule allow for an early arrival, enjoy this opportunity for some independent exploration. If you are staying post tour, your Tour Manager will be available to offer suggestions for your additional time in the area. Clothing & Packing Tips If you are taking prescription medication, please be sure to take an adequate supply for your tour and a few additional days, in original prescription containers. Medication should be packed in your carryon baggage. Do not place it in your checked luggage. You may want to carry an extra prescription in a separate bag in case medication is lost. When you travel down under to Australia and New Zealand, enjoy a casual dress style and be sure to pack comfortable walking shoes! It is recommended to take light or medium weight clothing during their summer months (December through April) and medium weight clothing the remainder of the year. From May through October, it s a good idea to bring along a winter weight jacket, hat, gloves, and/or scarf especially for your visit to the South Island of New Zealand. Rain wear and an umbrella are recommended year-round. It is recommended that you bring along swimwear for your included excursion to Green Island and the Great Barrier Reef. It is generally a good idea to bring clothing that can be worn in layers so it can be easily added or removed as the temperature changes. You may want to pack a hat and sunscreen as well. Smart casual dress is suggested for your visit with a New Zealand family as well as for the farewell dinner. Currency Your personal bank card may work at local ATM machines in the destination you are traveling to and would dispense local currency. Please contact your bank to determine if this option is available, that your PIN number will be accepted, to inform them that you are traveling and to determine if any charges apply for each transaction. You may exchange your money at airports, banks, exchange bureaus, and at most hotels. In most cases, a commission charge will be assessed to exchange your money. At the hotel or in the city usually offer a better currency exchange rate than airports. We recommend carrying only a few major credit cards. Credit card purchases often provide an extra guarantee on your purchase (check with your specipic credit card company for details and fees). It is advisable to contact any credit card company you intend utilizing while on tour before you depart to notify them where
you will be traveling, to avoid any rejection of services. The currency in Australia is the Australian Dollar, in New Zealand, the New Zealand Dollar and in Fiji, the Fijian Dollar. If optional tours are made available to purchase, please note that credit cards must have an expiration date of greater than 30 days from the start of the tour. Electricity Australia and New Zealand use 230 Volts. Both are Type I plugs. An adaptor (which changes the physical plug) and/or converter (which changes the electric current) are necessary if you plan to use an appliance with voltage different from the standard within the country you are visiting. Please note, if your appliance has dual voltage you may still need an adaptor for the plug. When packing your electronic items for travel, please review the converter electric current level to make sure it is the same or greater than the items you are planning on using. If you plan on utilizing or transporting a sleep apnea machine, please remember to pack an extension cord and adapter plug to ensure proper function. Helpful Hints Bring a camera, memory cards, Pilm and batteries and be sure to bring enough photography supplies for your entire trip. If you have a video camera, bring an extra battery, plus proper recharging equipment. Due to security screening, we recommend storing your equipment in your carry-on luggage. Bring a travel alarm clock, travel sewing kit and an alcohol based gel hand sanitizer when soap and water is not accessible. Pack items that may leak in plastic bags. Do not pack any articles of value in your checked luggage. As a precaution, we suggest that you divide the contents of your suitcase with your traveling companion. Avoid over packing and leave room for souvenirs that you plan to take back home. Bring a copy of your passport/ identipication and pack it separately from the original. Leave a copy of your tour itinerary at home with your emergency contact and a copy of your passport. Remember when Plying you can only take one quart size bag with no more than 3 ounces of any one liquid. Liquids that do not Pit in the one quart size bag and are larger than 3 ounces will be discarded by security. Remember to hydrate and get up and stretch while Plying. If you are considering using your cell phone while traveling internationally, you should check with your cell provider concerning their access and charges for overseas calls, texting and emailing for the specipic destination you are traveling to.
Included Features The following are included in your tour package: transportation via motorcoach, accommodations, hotel luggage handling, meals, sightseeing, admission charges (as outlined in your itinerary), and applicable gratuities for bellmen, doormen and dining room wait staff. Customary gratuities for hotel housekeeping staff, local sightseeing guides, drivers and Tour Managers have not been included. Luggage For your inter-plights within Australia, New Zealand and Fiji, there is a maximum of 7 kilos (approximately 15lbs) for your carryon bag. Checked bag maximum is 23 kilos (approximately 50lbs). Please consult with your scheduled airline as luggage fees and restrictions vary by carrier and destination. Due to the limited motorcoach capacity, one checked luggage (62 inches in length, height and width; weight not to exceed 23kg/50lbs) is allowed on tour. We also encourage just one carry-on bag per individual (for carrying items that might be needed during the day s sightseeing excursions or camera/video equipment). Dimensions for carry-on bags should not exceed 17" x 12" x 10", allowing it to Pit under the seat or in the overhead rack of most motor coaches. If you exceed the limit of 2 bags, we cannot guarantee that your additional luggage will be able to Pit in the touring vehicle. Storage or shipment of additional luggage will be at your own expense. If we are able to accommodate your additional luggage, we will assess a fee of 4 US dollars per bag per hotel. Please remember to label your luggage and important items with your name, home address and telephone number. We recommend labeling your luggage on both outside and inside of the bag. Please attach only the plastic luggage tag included in this mailing to your checked luggage before checking in for your Plight. Your paper luggage tag is to be attached at the Pirst hotel. We cannot assume liability or accept claims for loss or damage to luggage and personal effects due to breakage, theft or normal wear and tear that results from hotel, airline and group carrier handling. It is in your best interest to have adequate insurance (such as our comprehensive No Worries Travel Protection ) to cover these eventualities. Meals Local Customs: It is suggested that you bring a gift for the New Zealand family who will host your dinner. Something representative of your area would be great. Value should not exceed 10 USD. (Note: Please do not bring unprocessed foods as they will be taken by New Zealand Custom Officers.) Respect the native Maoris' and Aborigines' privacy. Ask first if you may take a photo before doing so.
Name Badges Included in this package is your personalized name badge. Our guests wear these in order to get to know their fellow travelers. The name badge also ensures that a Collette representative can easily recognize you, particularly in crowds and at the airport upon arrival. Reading List As you prepare for your trip, reading is the perfect way to learn about the culture, people and history of your destination and know before you go. We have a list of pre selected travel guides, novels and books about history, nature and art that will enhance your travel experience. You can access the complete list by typing the following into your web browser. Select the region of the world to Pind your tour: http://www.longitudebooks.com/pind/d/ 10951/r/CV/mcms.html Shopping If you purchase DVDs or other electronic equipment abroad, check that it is compatible with your PC or other home equipment. One of the best parts of traveling is coming back home with souvenirs that really replect the place you ve just been. In Australia, Aboriginal art and artifacts are very popular choices. You'll Pind the best opals in the world in Australia. Wines are abundant in the land down under and not to be missed! In New Zealand, look for products made from jade, the gorgeous "greenstone" which the Maori call 'pounamu.' Jade carvings make beautiful jewelry pendants. Another popular souvenir in New Zealand is products made from wool, like luxurious sweaters, scarves and hats. Don't miss the chance to choose a piece made from Possum Down, a unique New Zealand material. It is also a wonderful place to pick up unique art pieces like paintings, as well as handmade crafts and PaciPic Island themed treasures. New Zealand is famous for its wine, which makes for a great souvenir. Sauvignon Blanc is very popular here. Australia now offers a tax rebate program at the departure airport for purchases over 300 AUD. The purchases must total a minimum of 300 AUD, must be purchased no earlier than 30 days prior to departure, must be purchased from the same store, and items must be presented to Customs upon departure with receipts. Visit: www.customs.gov.au to see what products are eligible for the rebate. Smoking Our tours are non-smoking throughout. If you require a smoking room, please alert your agent upon tour booking.
Please be mindful of locations where smoking is prohibited: the motorcoach, at dining venues and other restricted areas on tour including most hotels. Customers are responsible for any Pines incurred for failure to comply with smoking restrictions. Time Zone Britain is 5 hours ahead of (EST) Eastern Standard Time. Tour Manager We pride ourselves on having the best trained and most experienced Tour Managers in the industry. Gratuities should be extended on a voluntary basis and should be in direct proportion to the level of professionalism and personal service extended to you throughout the tour. Past experience has shown that a guideline of 4-6 US dollars per person for each traveling day is a customary amount for the Tour Manager. A customary amount of 3-5 US dollars per person per day is suggested for the driver. Transportation Transfers We are pleased to provide you with complimentary airport to hotel, and hotel to airport transfers at the beginning and end of an escorted tour when you purchase an air-inclusive tour. Land-only clients who have purchased round trip transfers will be accommodated at the same times as air inclusive clients. Arrival meeting locations and transfer departure times are provided on your document booklets. On some programs there may be a waiting period at the airport due to varying Plight schedules of other arriving guests. If you have secured your own transfer, you may meet your Tour Manager at the hotel. Motorcoach Information: We do not own or operate vehicles. We charter quality coaches that are temperature controlled vehicles. Coach size may vary based upon the number of tour patrons. In certain countries, lavatory equipped motorcoaches are not available or the lavatory is for emergency use only. Frequent stops will be made en route for comfort and convenience. Seat Rotation: Seats are rotated for the benepit of our tour guests. This fosters communication and enables our guests to enjoy a variety of vantage points on the motorcoach. Guests will rotate seats at least once a day, as directed by the Tour Manager. In fairness to all, there will be no exceptions to this policy. Flight Information, Departure Taxes & Fees Land Only Vacations: If you chose to purchase a land only vacation, pay particular attention to Plight segments that occur during the tour which are not included in your land only rate.
You must purchase these internal Plight segments and the schedule must match the Plights that we utilize on the group tour. Please provide us with your Plight schedules for the entire tour six weeks prior to departure so we may secure services if you purchased transfers from us, as well as maintain emergency contact. Air Inclusive Vacations Air inclusive vacations cover air transport to and from your origin gateway as well as all internal air segments on tour. In order to comply with Homeland Security s Secure Flight mandate, all passengers must provide full name, date of birth and gender at time of reservation. Your airline ticket must match the name on your valid, non-expired, government issued photo ID to be shown at the airport (including middle name, Pirst or middle initial). If you are a member of a participating frequent Plyer program, provide the number upon booking and retain the passenger copy of your ticket and boarding pass to ensure that you receive proper credit of your mileage. Some air tickets are not eligible for mileage accrual. Whenever possible, we will add charges for air departure taxes to your invoice. Some international arrival and departure fees are not included in your air ticket and must be paid by you on tour in local currency. Due to numerous Plights in Australia and New Zealand, early or late Plights may be necessary to fulpill all required components of the tour. Please Note Book Now rates valid until Apr 25, 2017, valid on air inclusive packages only. Economy air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same Plights and dates. *Taxes/fees to be paid in local currencies upon exiting from Rotorua Airport are approximately 5 NZD (approx. $4.25 US dollars). Previous guests have indicated that a small gift from your area is appropriate and appreciated the night of your home hosted dinner in New Zealand. Due to early arrival times in some cities, rooms may not always be ready for immediate check-in. To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing our airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at prescheduled times. Single accommodations are limited and are available on a Pirst come, Pirst served basis. Air Travel:
Due to changes in air schedules while on tour, the order of days in the itinerary may change. Due to ever changing Plight schedules, a post-night in Queenstown may be required (at an additional cost). Please inquire at the time of booking, Please be advised many airlines do not provide advance seat assignments until check-in at the airport. Advance seating will be subject to the airline's terms and conditions. The internal Plights on this program are not included in the land price of your tour. These Plights need to be arranged and purchased separately if you arrange your own air. Internal Plights are included with the air portion of your tour if you purchase air through us. This tour requires average physical activity. You should be in good health, able to climb stairs and walk reasonable distances, possibly over uneven grounds and cobblestone streets. CST#2006766-20 UBN#601220855 Nevada Sellers of Travel Registration No. 2003-0279 sso helper