TAHITIAN TREASURES $6499 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE TYPICALLY $9999 PAPEETE MOOREA BORA BORA HUAHINE TIPUTA THE OFFER Paradise has a name and it s French Polynesia. Coral-fringed lagoons and mossy mountain peaks, indulgent luxury yachts and intriguing island culture are just the beginning in this dazzling island group - an oasis in the vast South Pacific. Isn t it time you experienced its magic for yourself? On this 14 day fly, stay and cruise package, French Polynesia is within your reach. Get into the holiday mood with two nights at the romantic InterContinental Tahiti Resort & Spa, and then set sail for a life-changing 10 night cruise aboard the fabulous Windstar Wind Spirit yacht. Cruise to the UNESCO listed biosphere reserve of Fakarava; spend a day on the private island of Motu Mahaea; take in the picture-perfect beauty of Bora Bora, enjoying ample time to get that perfect shot; visit Huahine, the oldest settlement in French Polynesia; and much more! This dazzling island adventure includes return international flights, two nights hotel accommodation (plus day use at the InterContinental Tahiti at the end of the trip), 32 meals, airport and cruise transfers, and more! FWD/AFT OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM $6499 MID SHIP OCEAN VIEW STATEROOM $6899 UPPER MID SHIP OCEAN VIEW $7499 About Wind Spirit: A sleek, four-masted sailing yacht accommodating just 148 guests, the Wind Spirit feels like your own private yacht. Wind Spirit offers two primary dining venues. AmphorA restaurant offers gourmet, course-by-course cuisine in the evenings and Veranda restaurant offers casual buffet and full-service dining for breakfast and lunch. All staterooms have ocean views, queen beds, flat-screen TV with DVD player, and Bose SoundDock speakers for Apple ipods. The Wind Spirit also features a swimming pool, hot tub, lounge, casino, day spa and water-sports platform. *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 135 777 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 [Depart 25th November, Arrive 24th November] Australia - Papeete, Tahiti (via New Zealand) Today depart from either Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne to Papeete, Tahiti. Fly with either Air New Zealand or Air Tahiti Nui (subject to availability). Please note: due to crossing the international date-line, the flight will depart on the 25th November and arrive on the 24th November, the day before. Upon arrival be met and transferred to the resort. Overnight: Intercontinental Tahiti Resort, Papeete Meals included: In-Flight Day 2 [25th November] Papeete Free Day After breakfast, enjoy a full day at leisure. Papeete town offers great shopping and delicious local Polynesian food from the waterfront esplanade, or perhaps visit one of Tahiti s incredibly beautiful beaches. Overnight: InterContinental Tahiti Resort, Papeete Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 [26th November] Papeete Begin 10 Night Tahiti Windstar Cruise After breakfast at the resort, be transferred to the cruise port and board your home for the next 10 nights - the Wind Spirit yacht. The cruise departs at 6:00pm. Day 4 [27th November] At Sea Day 5 [28th November] Fakarava, French Polynesia - 7:00am to 5:00pm Today experience one of earth s most beautiful places, Fakarava - home to an ecosystem so diverse it s been named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. This diver s paradise welcomes you to a world of magnificent cauliflower coral, sleek grey reef sharks, and neon schools of tropical fish. This Island of Dreams is also home to rare species of nesting birds. Day 6 [29th November] Tiputa, (Rangiroa) French Polynesia - 9:00am to 5:00pm Part of the largest atoll in the Tuamotu Archipelago, Rangiroa is home to black pearl farms, fishing villages and outstanding lagoons. Visitors are amazed by the variety of sea life, which is easily observed in the crystal clear waters. Day 7 [30th November] At Sea Day 8 [1st December] Motu Mahaea (Tahaa), French Polynesia - 8:00am to 5:00pm Spend the day on a private island complete with swaying palm trees and white-sand beaches. Swim, snorkel and enjoy a variety of non-powered water sports in the sheltered waters of the lagoon. There will be a delicious barbecue lunch and tropical drinks waiting for you. Day 9 [2nd December] Bora Bora, French Polynesia - Arrive at 8:00am The stay here allows plenty of time to capture the beauty in photographs and you ll want plenty. These stunning waters will show a different kaleidoscope of blue in each frame. This is
THE ITINERARY the stuff that dreams are made of. Day 10 [3rd December] Bora Bora, French Polynesia - Depart at 9:00pm With another full day to enjoy Bora Bora, perhaps wander the cute shopping areas, great for trinkets and local crafts or spend another day relaxing on the stunning beaches. Day 11 [4th December] Huahine, French Polynesia - 8:00am - 5:00pm Huahine is the oldest settlement in French Polynesia, so it s a great place to soak up some of the nation s history and traditions. Take your time to perhaps explore the lush forests, the tropical landscapes, and the quaint villages to discover one of Polynesia s best kept secrets. Here, at a slower pace, see a glimpse of the authentic South Pacific island lifestyle. transferred back to the Intercontinental Tahiti Resort where you will enjoy early check in and day use of the facilities. Late this evening you will be transferred to the airport for your early morning flight tomorrow. Day use: InterContinental Tahiti Resort, Papeete Meals included: Breakfast Day 14 [Depart 7th December, Arrive 8th December] Papeete, French Polynesia - Australia (via New Zealand) Depart Papeete early this morning (approx. 2:00am) for your return flight back to Australia, via New Zealand. Please note: due to crossing the international date-line, the flight will arrive the day after. Meals included: In-Flight Day 12 [5th December] Moorea, French Polynesia - 8:00am to 6:00pm - Papeete, French Polynesia - Arrive 9pm Welcome to paradise, where your stunning surroundings soak up superlatives and call for more. During your time here you ll have plenty of time to do it all. Moorea is renowned for both its dramatic inland scenery and excellent snorkelling and diving opportunities. Day 13 [6th December] Papeete, French Polynesia - Disembark at 8:00am - Transfer to the airport After breakfast and disembarking the Wind Spirit, be met and
TOUR INCLUSIONS HIGHLIGHTS Discover the highlights of incredible French Polynesia Experience the relaxed and welcoming island culture of Papeete Visit the UNESCO biosphere reserve of Fakarava Island Cruise to Tiputa, known for its black pearl farms Spend a day on the private island of Motu Mahaea Enjoy 2 days at leisure in stunning Bora Bora Soak up the history and culture in Huahine Discover the dramatic beauty of Moorea Island on board Wind Spirit Nightly informative port talks and destination briefings DINING 32 meals including daily breakfast and all meals while cruising TOUR ESSENTIALS Airline, resort and cruise taxes and surcharges FLIGHTS Return international flights (economy class) ex SYD/MEL/ BNE TRANSFERS Return airport and cruise port transfers ACCOMMODATION 2 nights hotel accommodation at the 4 star InterContinental Resort Tahiti, Papeete Early check-in and day use at the 4 star InterContinental Resort Tahiti, Papeete CRUISE 10 night Windstar Cruise of French Polynesia Sail aboard the sleek, 4-masted Wind Spirit yacht All onboard entertainment All non-alcoholic beverages, including espresso and other speciality non-alcoholic drinks Daily fresh fruit and flowers delivered to your stateroom L Occitane bath amenities for use in your stateroom Participate in Windstar s open bridge policy, see what the Captain sees! Unlimited use of all non powered water sports equipment
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 135 777 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 25th November 2018. This travel offer is priced for one person based on twin share. Single Traveller Supplement For solo travellers a mandatory single supplement applies: Forward/Aft Ocean View Stateroom: $4040 Mid Ship Ocean View Stateroom: $4220 Upper Mid Ship Ocean View Stateroom: $4760 Departure Dates 25th November 2018 Departure Cities Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane FLIGHTS Full Service Airline(s) Used Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui plus any codeshare partners (subject to availability). Arrive early in Papeete, French Polynesia $200 per person, subject to availability Please note: Due to flight scheduling, arrive early is not permitted departing Australia on Wednesday or Saturday. 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 Not available. Stopover Packages Not available. Flight Class Upgrades Premium Economy: Not available. Business Class: Buy now for $2499 per person. Please note: All Premium Economy and Business Class upgrades are subject to availability (if we are not able to fulfill your business class request the upgrade cost will be refunded). On any upgrade purchase, short haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed in a Premium or Business cabin; subject to aircraft configuration. CRUISES Ocean View Stateroom s Each Ocean View Stateroom aboard Wind Spirit will have the following amenities: * 188 square feet * Luxury Egyptian Cotton Linens * Queen bed / Twin bed * Waffle-weave robe and slippers * Flat-screen television, DVD, Bose Sound Dock, private safe Cabin Locations Upper Mid Ship Ocean View Staterooms Upper Deck Staterooms are nearer the pool and sun decks. They also offer better panoramic views. Midship Ocean View Staterooms Midship Staterooms are a good choice due to their central location. They are excellent for those who have mobility problems. Forward/Aft Ocean View Stateroom Are typically the furthest from the common busier areas such as the pool and bars/lounges. ACCOMMODATION Accommodation Used 4 Star (self-rated) Papeete: Intercontinental Tahiti Resort Cruise: Windstar Cruises - Wind Spirit Yacht 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 Papeete (Pre Tour): $390 room only Papeete (Post Tour): Not available. Please note: extra nights are based on room only and subject to availability until the time of booking. Airport transfers are not included if you wish to arrive early or stay behind. Maximum Room Capacity 2 people. Child Policy No child discounts. Full price applies for all children travelling with their parents. Valid for Children/infants 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.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Triple Share Not available. Bedding Configuration Double or twin bedding (subject to availability). Adjoining / Interconnecting Rooms Subject to availability and at the hotels discretion. Please enquire on booking if you require this option. GENERAL TOUR INFORMATION Minimum group size 2, maximum group size 30 per vehicle. Optional Tours / Activities Please note: 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 (A tourist visa is not required for Tahiti if travelling on an Australian passport) Meals/beverages not stated in the itinerary (including any specialty restaurants onboard cruise) Gratuities/tipping: * Recommended Land: 2 per person/ day * Mandatory Cruise: $13.50 USD (approx. $17 AUD) per person /day 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. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURE French Polynesia has a warm tropical climate. Expect average temperatures between 22 and 29 C. 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. FLIGHTS Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points: At TripADeal we do not arrange seat selection. It is important to highlight that some Airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the Airline directly with seating allocation requirements and or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the Airline once you have your flight information. CRUISE Disembarkation: Begins approximately 2 hours after docking. Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing. Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice. Check your specific sailing for exact departure and arrival times. All times are local to the port. Cruise Loyalty Discounts: Please note: Travellers booked via TripADeal will not be entitled to receive any cruise line customer loyalty discounts. Similar to airline frequent flyer programs, this is outside of the TripADeal booking process. However, customers may contact the cruise line direct upon receiving their TripADeal travel documents to request any membership benefits they are entitled to. Luggage: You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on the tour. With regards to luggage, you must carry your own luggage from the coach to the hotel room and back to the coach. The driver will assist with the uploading and off-loading of the luggage from the coach. OTHER Fitness Level Required / Mobility: Our vehicles are not equipped with wheelchair access, so unfortunately our tours are currently not suitable for wheelchair users and those less mobile. Please note: a basic level of fitness will be required. If you have any concerns please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel. Gratuities / Tipping: Gratuities (tips) are not included in the tour price for services of drivers, concierge staff, porters etc. The recommended tip is 2 per person per day. A mandatory gratuity/tip will be charged to your onboard account at approximately $13.50 USD (approx. $17 AUD) per person, per day. Please note: additional extra s purchased onboard will
IMPORTANT INFORMATION also have a gratuity of up to 15% charged on top of the normal ship board gratuity. VISAS A tourist visa is not required for Tahiti if travelling on an Australian passport. Please note: Passengers who are not Australian citizens must check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required. It is also important to note, some areas of employment such a journalism, government authorities and charity organisations may have additional restrictions in applying for Visas. This may in turn affect the type of application required. Changes within 14 days of departure $500.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/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/ accommodation/other travel provider. 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 an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue. 1st Change - $100.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/accommodation/other travel provider. 2nd Change - $150.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/ cruise company/accommodation/other travel provider. Subsequent changes - $250.00 per person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/ accommodation/other travel provider. Changes within 30 days of departure $350.00 person + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/ accommodation/other travel provider.