12 DAY ITINERARY ESPECIALLY PREPARED FOR NZMEBC Saudi Arabia / Qatar Construction Delegation 4*

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1 12 DAY ITINERARY ESPECIALLY PREPARED FOR NZMEBC Saudi Arabia / Qatar Construction Delegation 4* November 2012 Friday 09 6:15pm Saturday 10 05:20am 06:55am 07:50am Auckland Depart Auckland on flight EK435 to Dubai This flight transits in Australia en-route to Dubai Dubai - Arrive Dubai Depart Dubai on flight EK819 to On arrival you will be met after immigration. Transfer to your hotel for check in. Early check in is confirmed for all delegates. Afternoon at leisure Informal welcome and visit briefing will be held this evening at New Zealand Residence, hosted by Ambassador Harris and Trade Commissioner Steve Jones. A coach is included today for a maximum of eight hours for either meetings or orientation tour. Novotel Al Anoud 4* Novotel Al Anoud offers166 well appointed rooms & suites, located in Olaya, off King Fahad Express Way, in the hub of the business and shopping districts of, with in easy access of 's International Exhibition Centre, Diplomatic Quarters and Government offices. The Hotel also features light meals and drinks at the "Lounge Cafe" an International Cuisine restaurant " La Croisette" and banquet & Meeting facilities. Sun 11 Briefing with NZTE including Beachheads advisors, followed by presentations from regionally based companies Briefing/Meeting with Al Marai Alan Vander Nagel Briefing/Meeting with Leightons Middle East Paul Redstone Visit to Saudi Build (half day) afternoon Evening at leisure

2 Mon 12 Briefing/Meeting with Saudi Arabia Consult Meeting with selected architects and construction firms, followed by a working lunch NZ Embassy Re-visit Saudi Build Media opportunities Reception with New Zealand and Australian Business Groups and selected Saudi firms NZ residence Tue 13 Visit to King Abdullah Financial District Visit to Saudi Build Opportunities for follow-up meetings Media opportunities Minister McCully arrives Wed 14 Last Day of Saudi Build MFA to potentially visit TBA Chamber of Commerce event in conjunction with Minister McCully TBA Evening dinner with Minister McCully and senior Saudi/expat construction sector contacts hosted at New Zealand residence Thu 15 Site Visits - TBA A coach and guide are included and available today for eight hours for any potential group arrangements. Fri Transfer Novotel Al Anoud to King Khaled International Airport to meet departure flight Check in for Departure Flight QR725, ETD 1005 Depart on flight QR725 to Arrive A visa is required to enter, Qatar and this will be issued to each delegate on arrival. The cost of this is QAR (approx NZD35.00) and must be paid direct on arrival. On arrival you will be met after immigration. Transfer to your hotel for check in. Programme Details TBA

3 A coach is included today for a maximum of four hours for either meetings or orientation tour. La Cigale 4* Experience four-star accommodation and a superb level of personal service in the heart of, Qatar at La Cigale Hotel. Behind its polished 20-story façade, this striking high-design hotel offers a stylish yet relaxing haven where business travellers can escape the city s hectic pace. Named the 2010 and 2012 Qatar Leading Hotel by the World Travel Awards and a member of the Leading Hotels of the World, La Cigale is one of the city s most esteemed hotels, an engaging blend of contemporary style and cosmopolitan ambiance. Sat 17 Sun 18 Mon 19 Tue Wed pm -Dubai-Auckland Transfer La Cigale to International Airport to meet departure flight Check in for Departure Flight EK848, ETD 0340 Depart on flight EK848 to Dubai Arrive Dubai Depart Dubai on flight EK434 to Auckland This flight transits in Australia en-route to Auckland Auckland Arrive Auckland

4 TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE TWIN SHARE including flights Business class all flights (Economy Class for - only) Economy class all flights NZD$14, NZD$7, SINGLE SHARE including flights Business class all flights (Economy Class for - only) Economy class all flights NZD$16, NZD$10, TWIN SHARE excluding flights NZD$4, SINGLE SHARE excluding flights NZD$7, *All airfares are based on departures ex AKL. Package prices for departures ex other NZ cities on application REGISTRATION DETAILS All land and air prices quoted are based on a minimum of 15 delegates travelling If numbers are less than 15 delegates, then all prices are subject to change Any pre or post tour extensions will incur additional costs. Quotes can be provided on request All costs quoted are based on payment via cash/cheque or direct debit. Payment via credit card will incur additional fees TOUR INCLUSIONS All flights as outlined in itinerary including airline taxes and NZ departure taxes All airfares are based on departures ex AKL. Package prices for departures ex other NZ cities on application All transfers airport - hotel return as specified Gilpin Travel representative for entirety of trip Transport in air-conditioned coaches Accommodation with private facilities - 4* hotels Early check in, in Breakfasts daily Coach and guide as specified in and Tipping Saudi Arabia visa TOUR EXCLUSIONS Personal Expenses Insurance (compulsory) Alcohol Departure and airport taxes International & Internal flights unless specified Late check out if required Porterage Abayas for female travellers in Saudi Arabia (additional $200.00) NOTES: Hotel check-in/out times are normally IN: 2pm / OUT: 12noon The only way to guarantee an early check-in or late check-out is to pre-book the night before (early check-in) or night after (late check-out). Otherwise early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability when you are there.

5 Non Smoking Rooms: As a policy Gilpin Travel request non smoking rooms for all guests. These rooms are requested and are subject to availability. Tipping Please remember that tipping is an accepted practice throughout the world. In the majority of countries tipping acts as a supplement to a basic wage. It is however discretionary. If you believe you have received efficient service, then service should be rewarded. In order to assist you in determining a fair and reasonable tip Gilpin Travel have provided guidelines in the comprehensive travel notes provided in your documentation. On a lighter note Please remember that religious beliefs, traditional customs and daily manners may differ from country to country, these may seem quite strange at first. These idiosyncrasies are part of what makes travelling a special experience. Please be patient if you think things are happening at a different pace than you are used to and respect the differences in culture. If you need assistance relating to travel arrangements provided, please contact our Local Agent immediately as they are there to assist you. The Local Agents details are listed on your itinerary and vouchers. Please note it is easier and often faster for them to assist you initially. Tour conditions, cancellation and amendment fees as advised upon receipt of your deposit by Gilpin Travel Events. Travel Advisory Information can change at any time and we suggest clients refer to The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Travel Trade Advisory website at prior to departure for the latest up to date information and general advice regarding the countries you are visiting.