2016 Canada & USA Cruise Tour inc New York City Eastern Canada & USA 18 day Fly/Cruise/Tour from
$4999 per person twin share. Departing from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, or Adelaide. Ex Perth on Cathay Pacific We are specialist travel agency based in Melbourne. We source suppliers overseas that are sympathetic to the high supplements that travellers have to pay for their travel arrangements. Our criteria when choosing these suppliers is they must be fully licenced and accredited in the country that they operate the tour from and that they have capacity to cater for the needs of our customers. Please join on this Alaska, Canada & USA cruise tour today. PRICES PER PERSON TWIN SHARE AUD Cruise/Tour (Standard Inside Cabin) $4,999.00 per person. Cruise/Tour (Standard Outside Cabin) $5,699.00 per person. Reservations Phone 1300 813391 Day Port Arrive Depart Price Includes: Return airfares from Australia to Baltimore & New York. Flying economy class with Delta Airlines or United Airlines. Including all prepayable Airport taxes. 1 night Admiral Fell Hotel Baltimore pre cruise Award Winning Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines Ship Grandeur of the Seas. 9 nights Eastern Canada Cruise. Round trip from Baltimore. Choice of cabin including entertainment & meals on board the ship. All cruise taxes, port charges & gratuities on board are included Ports of Call: Please see below itinerary. One way train travel from Baltimore to New York City 8 nights New York City and Eastern /USA Canada coach tour as per below itinerary A deposit of $3500 per person is due upon confirmation of your reservations. Airfares are paid in full and cruise deposit are paid at time of booking to ensure the cheapest available deal as per the above pricing Balance Payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Booking conditions and cancellation fees apply. Subject to confirmation from the airlines, cruise and hotel operators Travel Insurance is essential. 25 May Australia to Baltimore, USA Arrive Baltimore USA and catch a taxi to your hotel for 1 night pre cruise. Overnight Admiral Fell inn, Baltimore.
ITINERARY DAY DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART Thu May 26 Baltimore, MD 4:00pm Fri May 27 At Sea Sat May 28 Boston, MA 10:00am 11:00pm Sun May 29 Portland, ME 8:00am 5:00pm Mon May 30 Bar Harbor, ME 8:00am 6:00pm Tue May 31 Saint John, NB, Canada 7:00am 3:30pm Wed Jun 1 Halifax, NS, Canada 10:30am 7:00pm Thu Jun 2 At Sea Fri Jun 3 At Sea Sat Jun 4 Baltimore, MD 7:00am 04 June Baltimore-New York Canada cruise arrives back in Baltimore catch a taxi to rail station to catch a train to New York City. Overnight New York Newton Hotel 05 June New York-Finger Lakes-Niagara Falls Please make your way to the meeting point for your early departure this morning. Heading north where we will pass the beautiful Delaware Gap to Watkins Glen State Park in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Walk through Watkins Glen Canyon to visit the beautiful waterfalls and then continue to Niagara Falls passing Seneca Lake, arriving in the late afternoon. Tour the American Side of the Falls including the American Falls, Goat Island and Sister Island. At night tour Niagara Falls where we can appreciate the spectacular lighting show of the waters. 06 June Niagara Falls-Toronto-1000 Islands Leaving the hotel, hear the thundering water of Niagara-falls. See the falls up close from the Horse shoe falls and, experience the power aboard the Maid of the Mist (May-October). In April tour the Scenic Tunnels. Around noon depart to the picturesque village of Niagara on the lake, (May to October only) before we continue to Toronto, the largest city in the biggest country in the world! See City Hall, Parliament and the Eaton Centre. Towards evening depart Toronto east along the world famous Lake Ontario for an evening arrival to the 1000 Islands area. In April we return to Niagara Falls for overnight. 06 June 1000 Islands-New Jersey We start the day with a cruise through the amazing 1000 Islands along the St Laurence River, see the houses of the rich and famous built atop private islands. (May to October) After the
cruise we head south to New-York State. In April we spend the morning visiting the Welland Canal Locks see how this amazing testament to man s ingenuity can move huge ships up and down the Niagara escarpment, we stop for lunch in Niagara on the Lake a unique lakeside village. After lunch we head to New York State. On the way to New York, enjoy a shopping excursion at one of the large outlet malls along the way find your own bargain with brand name stores for less. In the evening arrive to your hotel in New Jersey. 08 June New Jersey-Philadelphia-Washington DC Depart New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the city of brotherly love Philadelphia. Upon arrival we embark on a panoramic tour that includes, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Elfert Alley (the oldest inhabited street in America) and more. Arriving in the Historic area of Philadelphia we visit the famous Liberty Bell, and Constitution square and Constitution Hall, one of the symbols of freedom in America. Departing Philadelphia we see the famous Rocky Steps and then continue south passing through the states of Delaware and Maryland before arriving directly on Capitol Hill. See the Capitol, Senate and White House to understand the core of the US government. Continue to the Air and Space Museum before visiting the Lincoln, Washington, Korea and Vietnam Memorials. 09 June Washington DC-Amish Country-New York Start the day with a visit to Arlington National Cemetery the changing of the guards and the Kennedy family gravesite. Next, visit the Mint and learn how the US tries to keep the US Dollar safe from counterfeiters. Continue by travel north to Lancaster county home of the Amish Community. We start our visit with a ride on an authentic Amish Buggy through the Amish farm country and learn how they live without the benefit of modern technology, no electricity, running water, telephone service, or appliances. After the ride we visit the Amish marketplace where we can shop for handmade arts crafts and products. In the late afternoon we depart east for an evening arrival in New York where your tour ends. Overnight at the New ton Hotel for 3 nights 10 June Free day to Explore New York at Leisure Friday: Free day to explore New York at leisure. Standard Hotel: Hotel 11 June New York City Tour Saturday: You will enjoy a day tour of New York City. We will visit the tallest building in New York City, the Empire State Building. The Art Deco styled building spans 102 floors, and offers breathtaking 360 views of New York. From its observation deck, you can relive scenes from popular movies such as Sleepless in Seattle. We will have the opportunity to board the
Circle Line on the Hudson River, a fun and relaxing way to sightsee and capture the beautiful New York skyline. From there, we will board another type of vessel, the USS Intrepid. Commissioned in August 1943, the aircraft carrier participated in numerous naval battles during WWII. It is now docked on the side of Manhattan, and serves as the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum. On the deck of the Intrepid, visitors can view powerful example of military aircraft, including fighter jets, helicopters, and even a submarine. The tour then continues to Metropolitan Museum of Art. The museum has a permanent collection containing more than two million works of art, with works of art from classical antiquity and Ancient Egypt, paintings and sculptures from nearly all the European masters, and an extensive collection of American and modern art. It also maintains notable holdings of African, Asian, Oceanic, Byzantine and Islamic art. We will have an opportunity to tour luxurious Fifth Avenue. This "most expensive street in the world" features the world's most expensive retail spaces. Shops like Bergdorf-Goodman, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Emanuel Ungaro, Gucci, Ferragamo, and Versace line the avenue. Kids can visit FAO Schwartz, the world' s largest toy store. We will also tour the United Nations headquarters, the meeting site for international affairs. The area, home to delegates and representatives around the world is considered international territory. Our tour may view other notable sites such as Wall Street and Ground Zero in the Financial District. Standard Hotel: Howard Johnson Hotel, Manhattan 12 June New York City Tour to Australia. Please catch a taxi to New York City Airport for your flight home today. Tour Concludes Memories Begin Grandeur of the Seas Ship Rating: The Grandeur of the Seas lives up to her name with a multitude of dining and entertainment options. The multilevel Centrum, which serves as the hub of this ship, is an airy, light-filled atrium with gliding glass elevators, palm trees, panoramic windows and gleaming brass; it s the perfect spot to catch up with friends, do a little shopping or just watch the day go by. From here, the ship is your playground offering activities galore. Try your luck at the casino, take a jog around the track or spend a few pampering hours in the full-service spa. A nice variety of themed bars and lounges are popular with guests in the evening. Gather for a pre-dinner cocktail in the convivial Schooner Bar, toast to a special occasion in the Champagne Bar or enjoy the spectacular views of the newly remodeled Viking Crown Lounge; floating 11 decks above the sea, it s an observation point by day and a pulsating dance club at night. Additional ship highlights include a solarium with indoor/outdoor pool and sliding roof, a showroom and rockclimbing wall. Kids will enjoy the Adventure Ocean youth facilities, which provide round-the-clock entertainment and fun for kids ages 3 to 17 and private lounge areas for teens. Staterooms are well-appointed and feature private bath, vanity area Grandeur of the Seas Pictures Detailed Information Deck Plans Dining Special Needs Wireless Internet
and sofa. The recent refurbishment added new dining venues, and all furniture, carpet and upholstery has been refreshed. Ship Statistics Year Built 1996 Refurbished 2012 Tonnage 74,000 tons Registry Bahamas Length 916 feet Beam 106 feet Passenger Capacity 2,446 Crew Size 760 Total Inside Cabins 399 Total Outside Cabins 576 Cabins & Suites w/ verandas 212 Suites 94 Maximum Occupancy per room 8 Age Restrictions One person must be 21 or older Dinner Seatings 2 Seating Assignments Assigned in Main Dining Room Dining Hours 5:30 p.m. & 8:00 p.m. Dining Room Dress Code Dining Tipping Recommended? Tipping Guidelines Royal Caribbean will automatically add $12.95 per day, per guest ($15.95 per day, per guest for suite guests) to your onboard account. 15% tip included on beverage orders. Onboard Currency US Dollar Services & Amenities Bars/Lounges 8 Beauty Salon/Barber Shop Casino Chapel Disco/Dancing Elevators Hot Tub 6 Cell Phone Service Internet Center Wireless Internet Access te: Available in certain areas Laundry/Dry Cleaning Library Movie Theatre Outdoor Movie Screen Onboard Weddings Self Serve Laundromats Shops Showroom Spa Video Arcade Fitness & Sports Facilities Basketball Court Fitness Center Golf Driving Net Golf Simulator Ice Skating Rink Jogging Track Mini-Golf Course Rock Climbing Wall Swimming Pool 2 te: 1 Heated Tennis Court Water Slide Water Sports Platform Cabin Features & Amenities 24-Hour Room Service Hair Dryer Safe Telephone Television Kids Facilities Babysitting Children's Playroom Kiddie Pool Supervised Youth Program Teen Center Special Needs & Requests Adjoining Cabins (private connecting doors) Kosher Meals Single Occupancy Cabins Single Share Program Wheelchair-Accessible Cabins 14
RESERVATIONS We pay for airfares in full at time of booking. Payment in full is 90 days prior to departure Booking conditions and cancellation fees apply. Prices are subject to alteration due to currency fluctuations. This may mean the cost of your tour may increase until payment in full is received by our office. Subject to confirmation from the airlines, cruise and hotel operators Travel Insurance is essential. Upon booking your holiday with Destination International Tours a 50% deposit per person per tour is required to confirm your reservation. We accept visa, mastercard, cash and checks. There is a 2% credit card surcharge for credit card bookings. You will need to return your payment with our booking form and sign the terms and conditions form. We are unable to confirm you on the tour until the forms are returned to our office Once we have confirmed your chosen travel arrangements and received your deposit, you will be sent an e-mailed or posted confirmation. Please check this confirmation carefully to ensure you fully understand your confirmed reservations, understand our terms & conditions and instructions. The balance payment for your trip is due 65 days prior to departure. Or if you are booking inside of 65 days, payment in full is due at time of reservation. Approximately 14 days prior to departure your tour documentation will be emailed or posted to you. The documentation will consist of all of the information you will need to have a memorable tour including emergency contact phone numbers for the local office in Alaska. Booking conditions and cancellation fees apply. Once final payment has been made these tours are strictly non refundable. ATAS Accreditation Number: A10718 ATAS vets travel agents against strict criteria to ensure they meet certain standards, are reliable, well trained and professional businesses. ATAS agents need to meet high standards of business discipline, training, compliance with Australian Consumer Law and compliance with a strict code of conduct ensuring your piece of mind when booking travel. We have met these strict standards and criteria in order to become nationally accredited. Our accreditation means we are the best in the industry, credible, well trained and a professional business. This means you can book your travel knowing you re in the safe hands of a trusted and reputable travel agent. Further information can be found at http://www.atas.com.au/ Affordable Holidays - HOW DO WE DO IT??? We go directly to our overseas suppliers to source the best possible price and holiday for you. That s why our holidays are so affordable!!. There are many overseas wholesalers that currently do not sell their holidays in Australia. We have approached some of these businesses to see if we can represent them here in our country. These travel
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