WILD ALASKA & ROCKIES $ 4999 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE THAT S % OFF 55 TYPICALLY $10999 ALASKA INSIDE PASSAGE ROCKY MOUNTAINS VANCOUVER JUNEAU VICTORIA The Canadian Rockies is one of North America s most dramatic landscapes; a jaw-dropping mix of rugged peaks, slow-moving glaciers, turquoise lakes, and dense forests. Though it may seem difficult to reach, the Rockies is now more accessible than ever. When combined with a breathtaking cruise in Alaska s Inside Passage, a place renowned for its wildlife-filled fjords and alpine scenery, you have an adventure worth grabbing with both hands. The Offer *First 250 bookings receive bonus Verandah Stateroom upgrade* Experience the rugged beauty of Alaska and Canada on this unforgettable 15 day tour including return flights, five nights hotel accommodation, and a seven-night Celebrity cruise. Drive through scenic Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, visit the Last Spike of the Transcontinental Railway, gaze in wonder at the turquoise waters of lakes Louise and Moraine, and view glaciers from the iconic Icefields Parkway. After experiencing the magic of the Rockies, set sail for a thrilling seven-night cruise aboard the newly revitalised Celebrity Solstice. This 4.5 star ship boasts numerous casual and fine dining options, regular live music and dancing, and even a rooftop lawn club with real lawn. Sail through Tracy Arm Fjord, spot wildlife such as a whales and seals from the deck, and dock in ports including Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway. With all this and more, it s easier than ever to experience the breathtaking beauty of Alaska and Canada for yourself. Have more time? Upgrade to the 18 Night Wild Alaska & Rockies with Northern Lights Extension for your chance to witness this magical phenomenon in Canada s remote Yukon territory. *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 Travel Voucher apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure.
The Itinerary Day 1: Australia Calgary, Canada (In-Flight Meals) Today depart from either Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, *Adelaide or *Perth with either Qantas Airways or Air Canada to Calgary via Los Angeles or Vancouver. Upon arrival be met with a transfer to your hotel by hotel shuttle. Overnight: Ramada Plaza Calgary Airport, Calgary Day 2: Calgary Lake Louise Moraine Lake - Canmore (B) After breakfast drive to Banff National Park. The incredible glaciers, dramatic peaks and brilliant emerald waters of Lake Louise & Moraine Lake have wowed visitors since the 1890s. You will visit the Jewel of the Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise, and the world renowned Moraine Lake, both of which are part of a UNESCO world heritage site. You will have enough time to take some souvenir photos at both lakes and walk to the Rockpile, a spectacular viewpoint at Moraine Lake. Story telling abounds on this trip as you learn of the mountaineering history and local legends of the area. Overnight: Days Inn OR Ramada Inn & Suites, Canmore Day 3: Canmore Columbia Icefield Banff Canmore (B) Head for the Icefields Parkway in Banff and Jasper National Parks. For an extra special experience, ride the specially designed Ice Explorer (not included) onto the surface of stunning Athabasca Glacier. Considered the most beautiful drive in the world, the jaw-dropping scenery is punctuated by more than 100 ancient glaciers, and turquoise lakes set in sweeping valleys. Views of Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Summit, Mistaya Canyon are sure to please all who journey to this amazing part of the world. Overnight: Days Inn OR Ramada Inn & Suites, Canmore Day 4: Canmore Vernon/Kelowna (B) Journey through three of Canada s most breathtaking National Parks: Mount Revelstoke, Glacier and Yoho. On the way stop at the Eagle Pass and visit the Last Spike of the transcontinental railway where it connects the east and the west. Overnight: Village Green Hotel, Vernon / Kelowna Inn and Suites / Comfort Suites, Kelowna OR Holiday Inn Express, Kelowna Day 5: Vernon Seattle (B) Today, continue through the fertile Fraser Valley before traveling over the towering Cascade Mountains and crossing the border into the U.S.A. Settle down in Seattle for the evening. Overnight: Ramada Hotel Tukwila, Seattle Day 6: Seattle Begin 7 Night Celebrity Cruises Alaska Inside Passage Cruise (B,L,D) Today transfer to Seattle Pier to begin your seven night Alaska cruise aboard the Celebrity Solstice ship. Depart this afternoon at 4:00pm. Day 7: At Sea (B,L,D) Day 8: Ketchikan, Alaska - 7:00 am to 4:00pm (B,L,D) Known as the Salmon Capital of the World, Ketchikan is also the ancestral home of the Tlingit people, who have carved the world s largest collection of totem poles. Day 9: Tracy Arm Fjord - 6:00am to 10:00am (cruising) & Juneau, Alaska - 1:30pm to 10:00pm (B,L,D) Book-ended by two of Alaska s most dramatic glaciers, the North and South Sawyer, and surrounded by granite walls that rise 3,000 feet from the emerald coloured seas, the Tracy Arm Fjord area has everything you ve come to Alaska to experience. Juneau is a city that gracefully balances frontier ruggedness with cosmopolitan flair. Day 10: Skagway, Alaska - 7:00am - 6:00pm & Inside Passage
The Itinerary (cruising) 6:30pm to 10:30pm (B,L,D) The great Klondike Gold Rush lives on in Skagway s charming downtown of restored 19th-century buildings and its historic railway. You ll sail beyond the Inside Passage into the more protected Alaska Inside Passage, a complex labyrinth of fjords and bays where whales and sea lions find refuge during the summer months. Day 11: At Sea (B,L,D) Day 12: Victoria, Canada - 5:30am to 11:59pm (B,L,D) The capital of British Columbia is also its largest island. This one-time British colony has retained much of its colonial splendour. Victoria is a seaside enclave that enjoys a temperate climate. Which is great, because you ll want to explore all the museums, parks and golf courses Victoria has to offer. Day 13: Arrive into Vancouver City Tour Australia (B) The ship will dock at 7:00am and after a final breakfast disembark. The tour guide will meet you at the arrival area for an introductory tour of Vancouver including Chinatown, Gastown and Stanley Park. A transfer will then be arranged to Vancouver International Airport for your homebound flight via Los Angeles after one trip-of-a-lifetime! Day 14: In Transit (In-Flight Meals) Day 15: Arrive In Australia 18 WILD ALASKA & ROCKIES with NORTHERN LIGHTS EXTENSION (Post Tour Only) Day 13: Vancouver Whitehorse, Yukon (B) The ship will dock at 7:00am and after a final breakfast disembark. The tour guide will meet you at the arrival area for an introductory tour of Vancouver including Chinatown, Gastown and Stanley Park. A transfer will then be arranged to Vancouver Airport for your flight to Whitehorse, Yukon this evening. Upon arrival be met with a transfer to the hotel in downtown Whitehorse. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. The hotel is located within walking distance of all attractions, restaurants, banks and stores. Information meeting and registration for optional tours at the hotel. Fitting of winter clothing (optional), time for shopping and dinner on your own. Overnight: Best Western Gold Rush Inn or Coast High Country Inn, Whitehorse Day 14: Northern Lights Viewing and City Tour (No Meals) Enjoy a sleep in the morning, with a 10:00am start on a city tour of Whitehorse. Sightseeing includes the main street, Train Depot of the White Pass and Yukon Route, Log Skyscraper, Log Church, Sternwheeler SS Klondike, Fish ladder, Schwatka Lake and some residential areas. Tonight enjoy a tour with a 9:30pm departure for Aurora viewing. In a warm up cabin hot drinks and snacks are provided. You may sit around a roaring fire and share stories. Return to the hotel around 2.00am. Overnight: Best Western Gold Rush Inn or Coast High Country Inn, Whitehorse Day 15: Northern Lights Viewing (No Meals) Day at leisure. Tonight we depart at 9:30pm for another chance to see the Northern Lights. Return to hotel around 2:00am. Overnight: Best Western Gold Rush Inn or Coast High Country Inn, Whitehorse Day 16: Whitehorse Australia via Vancouver (In-Flight Meals) Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight after an experience you ll never forget. Day 17: In Transit Day 18: Arrive in Australia
What You Get 15 Day Wild Alaska & Rockies FLIGHTS Return international flights (economy class) from SYD/MEL/BNE/*ADL/*PER ACCOMMODATION Five nights hotel accommodation CRUISE Seven night Alaska s Inside Passage cruise with Celebrity Cruises Sail aboard the incredible Celebrity Solstice ship Bonus: first 250 bookings will be upgraded to a Verandah Stateroom All onboard entertainment and gratuities DINING Enjoy 26 meals including all meals while cruising HIGHLIGHTS Discover Canada s stunning Rocky Mountains Admire the famous lakes Louise and Moraine Travel through scenic Banff and Jasper National Parks Witness Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Summit and Mistaya Canyon Take in the beauty of Yoho, Glacier and Mount Revelstoke National Parks Visit the Last Spike of the transcontinental railway Travel through the fertile Fraser Valley region Dock in Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Victoria Explore Ketchikan, the Salmon Capital of the World See the waterfalls and peaks of Tracy Arm Fjord Discover Alaska s remote capital of Juneau Explore the historic Gold Rush town of Skagway Spot wildlife including humpback whales and seals Visit Victoria, the capital of British Columbia Enjoy a city sightseeing tour of Vancouver TOUR ESSENTIALS Professional English-speaking tour guides Airline and cruise taxes and surcharges Frequent flyer points for Qantas members TRANSPORT Transportation by A/C coach TRANSFERS Return airport and cruise transfers 18 Day Wild Alaska & Rockies with Northern Lights Extension all of the above plus the following; One internal flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse Three nights hotel accommodation Experience two tours to see the magical Aurora Borealis Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Whitehorse in the Yukon All transfers We have rarely experienced such a high level of customer service. We hope TripADeal will be able to assist us again soon with our future travel plans. TripADeal Customers Patrick & Leigh - Melbourne, Australia
The Fine Print *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 Travel Voucher apply and take precedence over the information in this brochure BOOKING INFORMATION After purchase, you will receive your Travel Voucher via email. This email will direct you to an Online Booking Form. You must return your booking form within 5 days of purchase Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Online Booking Form. Any change requested after submitting your Online Booking 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 TripADeal s standard Terms and Conditions in addition to the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Fine Print Please Note: all additional charges are payable direct to TripADeal (unless otherwise stated) OFFER ESSENTIALS Voucher valid until 10th September 2017 Voucher valid for one person based on twin share Single Supplement For solo travellers a mandatory single supplement applies - 15 Day Package: $3200-18 Day Package: $4500 Departure Dates (2017) September: 10 Departure Cities Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, *Adelaide or *Perth Interstate Surcharges *Adelaide: $300 per person/voucher *Perth: $450 per person/voucher FLIGHTS Airline(s) Used Qantas Airways or Air Canada plus any codeshare partners (subject to availability) Arrive Early in Calgary $400 per person/voucher subject to availability Please note: - 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 Stay Behind in Vancouver/ (not available between 29 September - 15 October 2017) $400 per person/voucher subject to availability Please note: - 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 Flight Upgrades Please Note: Upgrades are subject to request only. Availability and pricing will be confirmed once your booking form is returned to TripADeal CRUISES Cabins All cabins are subject to availability; some cabins may have restricted views ACCOMMODATION Accommodation Used 15 DAY PACKAGE 3-5 Star (self-rated) - Calgary: Ramada Plaza Calgary Airport - Canmore: Days Inn OR Ramada Inn & Suites - Vernon/Kelowna: Village Green Hotel / Kelowna Inn and Suites / Comfort Suites Kelowna OR Holiday Inn Express Kelowna - Seattle: Ramada Hotel Tukwila - Cruise: Celebrity Cruises: Celebrity Solstice Ship 18 DAY PACKAGE - Whitehorse: Best Western Gold Rush Inn or Coast High Country Inn *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
The Fine Print prior to travel. Extra Nights (Pre/Post Tour) Not available Maximum Room Capacity 3 people (subject to availability) Child Policy - No child discounts apply; a full priced voucher must be purchased for all children travelling with their parents - Strictly valid for Children/infants 2 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 No discounts apply for 3rd person travelling. A full priced voucher must be purchased. Subject to availability Bedding Configuration Double or Twin Bedding (subject to availability) Adjoining Rooms Subject to availability and at the hotels discretion. Please enquire on booking if you require this option GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION Minimum group size 10, maximum group size 50 per coach Optional Tours / Activities * DAY 3 - Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer Ride (Jasper National Park): $70 CAD (approx. $72 AUD) * DAY 13 (Extension Package only) - 3 Day Winter Clothing Hire: $100 USD (approx. $133 AUD) - Winter outerwear pants with inner fleece liner - Winter outerwear jacket with inner fleece liner - Winter boots (Sorel Glacier or similar) - Insulated mitts - Insulated headgear/cap Please Note: - prices are based on per person, are subject to availability, time permitting and weather conditions, and are payable direct to the tour operator in the currency specified - 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: an ESTA Visa Waiver for the USA and a ETA for Canada (Only if flying with an airline transiting through Canada) are strict requirements if travelling on an Australian passport) - Meals/beverages not stated in the itinerary (including any speciality restaurants onboard cruise) - Recommended gratuities/tipping (land tour only) $10 USD per person/day ($10 USD in total for driver and guide - Optional activities/tours (including any onshore excursions as part of cruise) - Personal expenses - Travel insurance (Mandatory) *** Please Note: A comprehensive travel Insurance policy must be organised BEFORE all details can be finalised with TripADeal. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION: - Qantas Airways Information Frequent Flyer Points To earn Qantas frequent flyer points, please provide frequent flyer numbers at the time of booking VISAS - If travelling on an Australian Passport, an ESTA (Visa Waiver) for the USA is a strict requirement when travelling to or flying through the USA. Once a USA ESTA Visa Waiver is issued it is valid for 2 years or until your passport expires (whichever is sooner) and will allow multiple entries into the USA. Any additional costs that may be incurred in order to arrange Visas to the USA are at the expense of the traveller and will not be covered in the package deal promoted by TripADeal. For information on ESTA eligibility or to apply, please visit: https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/esta/ - An ETA for Canada is also a strict requirement (If Flying with an airline transiting through Canada Only) as of the 15 March 2016. Apply via this link: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta-start. asp Please Note: - Due to recent changes in the USA Immigration policies, TripADeal recommend
The Fine Print all travellers visit US Customs & Border Protection - 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 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 travel provider will apply SCHEDULE OF FEES Voluntary Changes This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring airline ticket or Travel Voucher 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
Terms & Conditions Flights Flights are subject to change based on availability and airline schedule changes. This means some flights may arrive a day before or day later, involve a transit, a stopover, or a substitute airline. These changes are beyond TripADeal s control and will be confirmed upon booking. If you have any concerns please contact TripADeal directly for further information Flight Confirmation Once your flights are confirmed and ticketed through TripADeal, flights are non-refundable and non-changeable. Full names, as per passport and including your middle name if applicable, must be provided for ticketing *Please note: TripADeal is not liable in the event of airline schedule changes after your flights have been ticketed Please note: All tour members are required to remain with the tour for its full duration. Any unused portion of the package is nonrefundable and cannot be exchanged for other services or cash Please note: If travelling overseas, a passport is required that is valid for at least 6 months from the date of your return to Australia, with at least 2 blank pages at the time of travel Bookings are subject to availability All prices in AUD unless stated otherwise Any changes to travel dates or deal option requested after purchase will incur a fee of $100 per change per voucher, payable direct to TripADeal All prices are inclusive of taxes and service fees TripADeal is proud to offer a range of travel insurance products in partnership with My Travel Insurance Non-redeemable for cash Vouchers are not refundable and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer/ promotion TripADeal pricing reflects current market rates, so deal prices may fluctuate from day to day. This is the nature of the tourism industry, and TripADeal is not obliged to refund you to match any subsequent price reductions after purchase Please note: the Refund Policy is located at the bottom of the page on the TripADeal website Please note: all vouchers/booking dates must be confirmed before the day of travel. If you don t do this TripADeal will not be liable for any issues that might arise with the product you have purchased Please note: vouchers must be used within the stated validity period or else they will be deemed void