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HOLIDAYS
Idyllic
New Zealand
Princess Cruise
13
nights
$2680
leisurely pace
per person twin share
departing Sunday 10 January 2016
1300 1500 50
www.cotaholidays.com.au
ALL INCLUSIVE
DOOR TO DOOR SERVICE!
Met at your doorstep in Adelaide, you will be transferred by chauffeured car
to the airport for your departure flight to Melbourne. On arrival in Melbourne,
transfers are provided from the airport to the cruise terminal where you will
board the Golden Princess.
Sail on this 13 night voyage visiting Fiordland National Park, Dunedin, Akaroa,
Wellington, Gisborne, Tauranga and Auckland before returning to Melbourne.
Off shore excursions are available in each port or alternatively stay on board
and relax on this idyllic cruise!
Price is per person twin share for an Interior Stateroom $2680.
Upgrades available to an Oceanview Stateroom $3510pp or Verandah Stateroom $3889pp.
Fares include
• chauffeur transfers from your home in Adelaide to the airport (within the zoned area)
• return airfares Adelaide to Melbourne and current taxes
• 13 night cruise onboard the Golden Princess
• return transfers from ship to airport in Melbourne
• all meals onboard
• all entertainment onboard
• all port taxes and charges
Don’t live in Adelaide? Ask us about departures from other capital cities!
Itinerary
day
1
Melbourne, Australia Sunday, January 10 depart 4pm
Today is the day your fabulous 13 night New Zealand Cruise begins on the
Golden Princess.
Passengers departing from Adelaide will be collected via chauffeur car and
transferred to the airport for departure flight to Melbourne. On arrival, you will
be met by a Princess Cruise representative and transferred to the pier to board
the Golden Princess. Boarding commences just after midday when passengers
will be welcomed to their beautifully appointed stateroom with time to discover
the amazing amenities on board the ship.
The Golden Princess sails out of Melbourne Harbour at 4pm.
day
2
At Sea
Monday, January 11
Over the next three days sail across the Pacific Ocean to arrive at its first
destination the amazing Fjordland National Park at the very tip of New
Zealand’s south island.
The cruise to New Zealand is a perfect opportunity for passengers to relax,
unwind and have fun on board. The Golden Princess has a variety of dining
rooms and restaurants where you can enjoy wonderful meals and service.
Restaurants include the Canaletto, Donatello and Bernini’s restaurants. As well
there is the Crown Grill Steak and Seafood Grill room to enjoy the perfect steak
or seafood.
day
3
At Sea
Tuesday, January 12
Snacks and drinks are always available from the lobby bar, Vines Wines bar and the international café, Sundaes Ice
Cream Parlour, Prego Pizzeria and Burger Shop are especially great for a quick casual snack.
day
4
Fiordland National Park, New Zealand
Wednesday, January 13
arrive 7am
depart 5pm
New Zealand’s largest national park was formed millennia ago by massive
glacial flows that carved deep fiords into the coast of New Zealand’s South
Island. At the heart of Fiordland National Park lies Milford Sound. Lined by
cliffs that soar nearly a mile above its surface, Milford Sound cuts into the
heart of the Southern Alps. Rainforest clings to the cliffs and graceful waterfalls
plummet into the void. Mile-high Mitre Peak dominates the upper reaches of
the sound.
day
5
Dunedin (Port Chalmers), New Zealand
Thursday, January 14
arrive 8am
depart 5pm
Perched on the hills above one of New Zealand’s loveliest harbors, Dunedin is
a Kiwi city with a Scottish heart. Hailed as the “Edinburgh of New Zealand,”
Dunedin is proud of its heritage. A statue of famed Scottish poet Robert Burns
graces downtown, and the presence of New Zealand’s only kilt maker and
whiskey distillery - as well as many bagpipe bands - keep Dunedin’s ties to
Scotland alive. The city also boasts a distinguished architectural and cultural
history, a legacy of New Zealand’s 1860s gold rush.
Port Chalmers, gateway to Dunedin, is located eight miles from the city center.
Dunedin is a planned city: its streets and suburbs fan out from the city’s
octagon.
day
6
Akaroa, New Zealand
Friday, January 15 arrive 7am
depart 5pm
On the eastern shores of New Zealand’s South Island, Akaroa is a popular
tourist destination with a distinctly French flair, its history steeped in legend. It
lies on the volcanic Banks Peninsula, which the Maori believe was formed when
a hero named Maui piled mountains upon a giant who threatened to eat his
children.
The same peninsula was purchased from the local Maori by a French whaler
around 1838, and was later settled by both the French and the British, who had
just signed the Treaty of Waitangi ensuring New Zealand’s existence as a British
colony.
With French-named streets leading to restaurants serving French cuisine and
colonial architecture all around, Akaroa’s heritage as the only French-founded
community in New Zealand is unmistakable. Akaroa harbour is home to a
diverse array of marine life, including rare Hector’s dolphins, and visitors are
lured by the area’s secluded beaches and quaint boutiques.
day
7
Wellington, New Zealand Saturday, January 16
arrive 8am
depart 5pm
New Zealand’s capital offers stunning views of forested peninsulas, dramatic
cliff-side homes and fine Victorian buildings. Settled in 1840 by the Londonbased New Zealand Company, “wonderful, windy Wellington” is frequently
buffeted by bracing winds funnelling through Cook Strait. The sophisticated
metropolis boasts museums, winding streets and even a cable car. No wonder
many travelers compare it to San Francisco.
Despite its steep hills, the city can be easily explored on foot. Kelburn Cable
Car, stairways and footpaths climb the slopes from the city center.
day
8
Gisborne, New Zealand
Sunday 17 January
arrive 8am
depart 4pm
Thanks to their proximity to the International Dateline, residents of Gisborne
love to claim their town is the first city in the world to greet the sun each day.
Other towns in the South Pacific might disagree - but there’s no denying
that this popular vacation spot on New Zealand’s North Island draws sun
worshippers and surfers to its famous beaches. Located at the confluence of
three rivers, Gisborne has won renown of late as one of New Zealand’s fine
wine regions, producing internationally acclaimed chardonnay and Pinot gris.
The region also boasts one of the largest Maori populations in New Zealand
- scenes from the award-winning film “Whale Rider” was shot at the nearby
Whangara Marae, a major Maori cultural center.
On October 8, 1769, a lookout on HMS Endeavour spotted white chalk cliffs
and sang out “Land ho!” Thus Captain James Cook was rewarded with his
first sight of New Zealand. Cook named the headland after the young lookout hence Gisborne’s famous landmark Young Nick’s Head.
day
9
Tauranga, New Zealand
Monday 18 January
arrive 9.30am depart 8.30pm
New Zealand’s natural bounty is always on display at the Bay of Plenty. It
was Captain James Cook who in 1769 aptly named this bay, thanks to the
prosperous Maori villages of the region. Tauranga, the chief city, is a bustling
port, an agricultural and timber center and a popular seaside resort. Tauranga
is also the gateway to Rotorua - a geothermal wonderland that is the heart
of Maori culture. A 90-minute drive from Tauranga, Rotorua is New Zealand’s
primary tourist attraction.
Your ship docks near the foot of Mt. Maunganui, which rises 761 feet above the
bay. Across the harbor, Tauranga offers scenic tidal beaches at Omokoroa and
Pahoia. The region boasts fine beaches, big-game fishing, thermal springs and
seaside resorts.
day
10
Auckland, New Zealand
Tuesday 19 January
arrive 7am
depart 5pm
Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volcanoes, New Zealand’s
former capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a cosmopolitan
collection of shops, restaurants, museums, galleries and gardens. Rangitoto,
Auckland’s largest and youngest volcano, sits in majestic splendor just offshore.
Mt. Eden and One Tree Hill, once home to Maori earthworks, overlook the city.
One of New Zealand’s fine wine districts lies to the north of Auckland.
Auckland served as New Zealand’s capital from 1841 until 1865, when the seat
of government moved to Wellington.
day
11
At Sea
Wednesday, January 20
On board activities include anything from basking in the sun beside a variety
of magnificent swimming pools and spas to the Casino or boutique with great
value clothing and jewellery.
day
12
At Sea
Thursday, January 21
Take a visit to one of the health and fitness facilities, or indulge at the Bliss and Wellness Centre.
day
13
At Sea
Friday, January 22
In the evening the Golden Princess is alive with nightly shows and entertainment
in the Princess Theatre with music in most lounges after dinner.
You’ll love your experience on board sailing between your ports of call on this
great cruise.
day
14
Melbourne, Australia
Saturday, January 23
arrive 7am
This morning your ship docks in Melbourne at approximately 7am. After disembarkation you will be transferred
to Melbourne airport for your departure flight back to Adelaide. On arrival into Adelaide, passengers are met by
chauffeur car and transferred home.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
PRICES
Are correct as at 14 May 2015 and are subject to availability,
supplier and currency fluctuations at any time until full
payment is made. All itineraries and costings are subject to
change without notice.
BOOKING & PAYMENTS
A non refundable deposit of $1000 per person is due within
3 days of booking. Final balance is due no later than 20th
October 2015. For any bookings made after 20th October
2015, full payment is required within 24 hours. Airfares
are based on instant purchase flights and are subject to
availability and pricing at time of booking.
TRANSFERS
Hughes transfers are only applicable for Adelaide passengers
from their nominated addresses to Adelaide airport. Zoning
restrictions do apply. If the nominated address is outside the
zoning area, a surcharge will be applicable and advised by
your consultant.
Single cabin prices are available on application. Please ask
your consultant for details. Singles who wish to be matched
up with another single traveller of the same gender may
be accommodated, however, in the event that no single
companion can be found, a forced single supplement will
apply.
TRAVEL PROVIDERS
Presently Holiday Wonders are using Princess Cruises to
provide travel services for this departure. Should there be
any significant changes implemented by any one of these
suppliers, Holiday Wonders reserves the right to make
necessary changes in order to maintain the price/quality of
the package. Should this occur, all booked passengers will
be notified.
CANCELLATIONS
Deposits and Airline tickets are non refundable at all times
after payment. For cancellations after the 20th October
2015, 100% cancellation fee applies.
COTA Holidays partner with licensed travel operator
TTA150304
AMENDMENTS
Your package is fully changeable by you at any time until final
payment at a fee of $220 per person per change, in addition
to any airline and supplier charges.
PAYMENTS
Accepted methods of payment are: direct transfer, cash,
cheque, MasterCard, Visa, Amex and Diners. Please note
that payments made via Visa and MasterCard will attract
a 1.5% merchant fee and Amex and Diners will attract a
3% merchant fee. If you chose to make your payment via
cheque or direct transfer please allow at least 3 working
days for the payment to clear to our account. If money is not
received by our office within the specified time frame your
reservations may be cancelled.
PASSPORTS AND VISAS
It is a condition of booking that we have a passport copy on
file which has at least 6 Months validity at your date of return
to Australia.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Passengers should ensure they have adequate Travel
Insurance.
INCLUDED MEALS
Breakfast
Lunch Dinner
COTA MEMBERS
As this tour is on a cruise ship it will consist of COTA
members as well as non-members.