The Ghan & Sea Princess, Top End, Central Australia & East Coast Icons

Journey aboard the legendary Package highlights include: 13 nights departing 8 April 2018
package reference: HOA0517
Ghan and explore the highlights 2 nights aboard The Ghan travelling from Adelaide
to Darwin in Gold or Platinum Service. twin gold concession gold platinum
of the East Coast and Papua New interior $4,789 $4,869 $6,119
Guinea. Your rail journey includes: oceanview $5,399 $5,489 $6,739
The outback trip of a lifetime.
balcony $5,929 $6,029 $7,269
Board The Ghan and watch the landscape change A culinary adventure - all meals and
from lush greenery to rich red earth, just outside your beverages. single gold concession gold platinum
window. Take part in exciting off train excursions, Exclusive access to the Outback Explorer
Lounge and Bar. interior $6,189 $6,309 $10,989
indulge in the impeccable service on board and
socialise with other guests. Spend a night in Darwin Exclusive off train excursions and outback oceanview $7,389 $7,539 $12,209
before cruising the Pacific Ocean aboard the beautiful experiences at Katherine, Alice Springs balcony $8,419 $8,599 $13,269
ship, Sea Princess. Stroll along white sand beaches in and Manguri.
*Above pricing is based on the arrangements listed
Cairns, admire the colourful markets and local crafts in
under package highlights only.
Alotau and spend time exploring the charming city of Transfer from Darwin Train Station to your
Brisbane. To depart from your nearest capital city:
accommodation. Ask your friendly consultant for assistance with
1 night stay in Darwin at the DoubleTree by Hilton booking your flights.
Esplanade including breakfast.
Transfer from your accommodation to Darwin
Cruise Terminal.
10 nights aboard Sea Princess cruising from Darwin
to Sydney with port calls in Cairns, Alotau (Papua
New Guinea) and Brisbane. Includes on board meals
and entertainment.

Images courtesy of GSR & Princess Cruises

Your travel checklist

Concession Cards
Travel insurance policy
Travel documents
(do all names match your ID?)

Essential information
We take a 20% deposit plus the cost of any airfares
at time of booking.
All prices are in AUD unless otherwise stated.

Holidays of Australia and the World Short Breaks Australia

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ATAS # 10392
Day by day itinerary:
Sunday 8 April
Please make your way to Adelaide Parklands Rail
Terminal where you will board The Ghan and travel by
rail from Adelaide to Darwin in your chosen service of
travel. Prepare for a journey of comfort, relaxation and
a touch of adventure, as the legendary Ghan takes you
deep into the heart of Australia.
Benefits of Gold Service:
All inclusive meals and drinks
Access to the Outback Explorer Lounge
Included Off Train Experiences
Private ensuite (Gold twin)
Additional benefits of Platinum:
Platinum Club
Private transfers
In-cabin breakfast
Larger cabins
Double or single side by side bedding
Panoramic in-cabin views
Accommodation:
The Ghan
2 nights on board
Monday 9 April
Step off the train this morning in Marla and warm
yourself with a morning cuppa against the stunning
backdrop of an outback sunrise.
Travel through the rich red landscapes of the Northern
Territory before arriving into Alice Springs, the heart of
the Red Centre, this afternoon.
Choice of included Off Train Excursion:
Alice Springs Desert Park
Alice Explorer
Simpsons Gap Discovery Walk
Spirit of Mt. Gillen Helicopter Flight (optional
upgrade)
Pyndan Camel Tracks (optional upgrade)
Alice Springs & Surrounds Fixed Wing Scenic Flight
(optional upgrade)
Tuesday 10 April
Continue your adventure by making a stop in Katherine
this morning, home of the stunning Katherine Gorge
and rich in Indigenous history.
Choice of included Off Train Excursion:
Nitmiluk Gorge Cruise
Nitmiluk First Gorge Rock Art Cruise
Katherine Outback Experience
Nitmiluk Gorge Helicopter Flight (optional upgrade)
Twin Parks Fixed Wing Scenic Flight (optional
upgrade)
Enjoy a late lunch back on board The Ghan before Wednesday 18 April
arriving into Darwin early this evening where upon your Today you will be cruising at sea. Get involved in the
arrival you will be transferred to your accommodation. daily on board activities and join in on inspirational and
exciting enrichment programs.
Accommodation:
DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin
1 night stay including breakfast
Wednesday 11 April
This morning you will be picked up from your
accommodation and transferred to the cruise terminal
to begin your cruise from Darwin to Sydney via the
beautiful East Coast of Australia and Papua New
Guinea. Your cruise includes on board meals and
entertainment.
Accommodation:
Sea Princess
10 nights on board
Thursday 19 April
Thursday 12 April Brisbane, Queensland
Today you will be cruising at sea. Treat yourself and The cool and casual capital of Queensland offers all
dine at one of the delicious specialty restaurants this the glitz and glam of a big city, without the big city
evening, then catch a broadway style show in the airs. Located on the banks of the Brisbane River and
theatre or put your dancing shoes on to complete a surrounded by rolling hills, this urban oasis is certainly
perfect evening on board. easy on the eyes. Whether youre heading for the
suburbs, centre or outskirts of town, youll be sure to
Friday 13 April encounter your fair share of first-ever experiences.
Today you will be cruising at sea. Pamper yourself and Scale the legendary Story Bridge, take a sandboarding
pay a visit to the spa for a relaxing massage or beauty tour on North Stradbroke Island. Or if youd like to
treatment. connect with your inner Aussie, try your hand at sheep
shearing at the Australian Woolshed.
Saturday 14 April
Cairns, Queensland
Cairns is one of Australias hottest vacation
destinations. Cairns boasts three of Australias great
natural wonders. Just offshore, immense bastions of
living coral form the Great Barrier Reef. Sixteen miles
of superb beaches stretch to the north of the city -
the famed Marlin Coast and inland lays the immense
Daintree National Park. Cairns itself basks in tropical
sunshine and balmy breezes waft in from Trinity Bay.
The citys graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the
gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland.
Sunday 15 April
Today you will be cruising at sea. Do a spot of
shopping, from souvenirs and local crafts, to jewellery Friday 20 April
and clothing from world-class brands. Today you will be cruising at sea. Find your favourite
lounge on board and soak up stunning ocean views as
Monday 16 April you read a book or enjoy a coffee.
Alotau, Papua New Guinea
Alotau is a sleepy little town built on the hillsides of the
northern shore of Milne Bay. It became the provincial
capital in 1968 when administrators were moved from
overcrowded Samarai Island.
Alotau and the coastal strip either side played a pivotal
role in the WWII Battle of Milne Bay and there are
several memorials and relics here. The towns sights
might soak up some time, but the real attractions lie
beyond Alotau, amid the beautifully set capes, coves
and islands of Milne Bay.
Saturday 21 April
This morning you will arrive into Sydney and
disembark, marking the end of your arrangements.
For inspirational ideas visit our website, download
or request a brochure or speak with one of our
experienced consultants.
Tuesday 17 April
Today you will be cruising at sea. Try your luck in the
on board casino with games for novices, casual players,
or high rollers.
 Sea Princess
Not long ago, Sea Princess was updated to include
The Sanctuary, a haven just for adults, a fitting
enhancement for this relaxed, rejuvenating retreat at
sea. Whether youre cutting into a juicy steak cooked
to order in the dining room, or dining in the Horizon
court buffet, youll be taken care of on board as you
sail to fascinating destinations all over the world with
Sea Princess.
Shore Excursions
Book shore excursions that will take you to the most
memorable sites and let you experience the culture.
Princess offers a variety of shore excursions based on
interests and activity levels as well as some tailored for
families. When you book an excursion with Princess
its convenient and safety is the top priority and theyll
hold the ship if your tour runs late!
Dining
Traditional
This ship offers several formal dining rooms in the
cruise tradition, with Traditional Dining at the same
times for each meal, with attentive service provided by
your own waiter throughout the cruise.
Traviata Dining Room
Specialty
Specialty restaurants are always in big demand
and this ships options are no exception, serving up
exquisite local specialties and gourmet favourites.
Reservations recommended (Cover charges apply).
Sterling Steakhouse
Casual
Want to maximize your pool time and minimize your
mealtime? Get a quick and satisfying bite whenever
you like at the Casual Dining eateries, or get take-out
and dine by the pool.
Horizon Court buffet
Wine bar
Patisserie
Sundaes ice cream bar
Caf Corniche
Riviera Grill (burgers & hot dogs)
Afternoon tea
24-hour room service
Ship facts Cabin Options
Gross tonnage 77,499 Balcony Cabin
The spacious approximately 179-square-foot Balcony
Length 857 feet
stateroom is appointed with fine amenities and
Height 188 feet
outstanding views from an approximately 28-square-
Number of guests 2,016
foot private balcony.
Last refurbished October 2015
Oceanview Cabin
Number of decks 15 The Oceanview stateroom is approximately 147 to
Number of pools 3 155 square feet and features a picture window for
memorable views. The Oceanview stateroom is richly
appointed with fine amenities.
Useful information
All prices on board Sea Princess cruises departing Interior Cabin
from and returning to Australia are in Australian The Interior stateroom is 135 to 148 square feet and
Dollars. richly appointed with fine amenities.
Sea Princess features standard Australian plugs
providing 220 volts AC at 60 hertz.
If transfers to the cruise terminal are not included
in your cruise package they can be added on when Activities
you are staying a pre-night before your cruise. Pools & Spas
Check-in closes one hour prior to your scheduled Sometimes floating serenely just isnt enough - splash
departure time but please make note of your around or take a dip in one of this ships bubbling hot
embark / disembark times as listed on your final tubs.
documents. Riviera Pool (plus 2 hot tubs)
On board credit may only be used for on board Lotus Spa Pool (plus 2 hot tubs)
goods and services (excluding medical centre and The Sanctuary (adults only)
casino) and is not redeemable for cash. Sports
Princess ships will keep you on the run, literally, with
basketball, table tennis, jogging tracks and state-of-
the-art gyms equipped with machines thatll keep your
Entertainment
heart rate pumping.
Theatres Lotus Spa, gym and fitness area
This ships theatre venues are designed with great Shuffleboard
acoustics, the best seats in the house, and stellar acts. Sports Court
The movies shown are all first-run feature-length films.
Enrichment
Princess Theatre
When is a cruise an opportunity to enrich? When its
Vista Show Lounge
a Princess cruise. This ship offers area lectures, art
Hot Spots exhibits and classes taught by local experts.
Hot Spots are just that - sizzling! They vary depending World-class art collection, gallery and auctions
upon the ship and feature dazzling casinos, our Movies ScholarShip@Sea
Under The Stars outdoor theatre, night clubs, dance 24-hour Internet Caf (wireless access available)
floors and more. Library and writing room
Monte Carlo Club Casino
Boutiques
Lounges Deals on designer clothing and gifts, including Lladro,
Whether youre in the mood for a cosy space to sip Swarovski, Calvin Klein, Tommy Bahama, Lancome,
cocktails with someone or make new friends, Princess Clinique, Estee Lauder, and Fossil - all up to 30% off.
ships provide it all.
Wheelhouse Bar
Atrium Lounge/Crooners Bar
Premier Cru
Sports Bar
General Terms and Conditions
1. Deposit:
A minimum deposit of 20% plus airfares per person is required to
confirm your reservations. The reservation deposit is non-refundable.
Payment of your deposit will be deemed as you accepting these terms
and conditions. If you are booking an early bird , advanced purchase
or discounted fare your deposit terms my vary from our standard 20%
deposit plus airfare per person. At the time of booking your consultant
will advise you of such changes and provide to you the revised
payment terms to reflect the payment terms associated with these
discounted fares. For example if you are booking a Great Southern
Rail discounted advance purchase fare aboard the Ghan, Ghan
Expedition or Indian Pacific the fare is fully non refundable and requires
payment in full at the time of booking. You will not seek to reverse the
reservation deposit if any travel service provider is unable to provide
the services for which you have contracted. Credit card fees do not
apply to deposit payments. Fees are applied to balance payments and
those paid in full at the time of booking.
2. Final payment:
The balance for all bookings is due 90 days prior to travel.
2.1 If you have not paid by the due date we may cancel your
arrangements and retain your deposit.
2.2 Credit card payments are accepted with fees applicable (2% for Visa
and MasterCard, 3% for American Express and Diners). To avoid the
payment of credit card fees, EFT transfers and cheques are accepted,
however the funds must be cleared into the nominated Holidays of
Australia bank account by the due date of the final payment.
3. Late bookings:
Reservations made within 90 days of departure will only be accepted
if the total value of the arrangements is paid in full at the time of
booking, this also secures payment of any cancellation fees imposed if
the booking is subsequently cancelled by you. In the event that we are
unable to confirm your requested arrangements your payment will be
refunded in full.
4. Cancellations by you:
Cancellation of a booking, or part thereof, will incur the following fees
plus any additional supplier charges. Once travel has commenced,
no refunds will be made for any unused service. All flights are non-
refundable and changeable subject to fees and applicable fare rules.
Cancellation period prior to Cancellation fee as % of total
departure package value
90+ days Loss of deposit
90 days and less 100%
5. Changes by us:
At the time of booking in the event we have to change any component
to your itinerary due to schedule changes, unavailability or price
increase due to supplier charges your package will be re-priced
accordingly and you will be notified. In almost all cases, significant
changes to your itinerary and even the cancellation of one or more
parts of your holiday package will be due to factors which are outside
our control, given we are not ourselves a provider of travel services.
We will notify you of changes to your booking as soon as we can.
We cannot accept any liability or pay any compensation where the
services we have promised to arrange are significantly modified or
cannot be provided at all or as promised as a result of circumstances
which are outside of our control. We reserve the right to amend your
travel documents if they do not match your booking due to our error
or omission.
6. Changes by you:
Should you choose to change any of your travel arrangements a
change fee of $25 per person per change is applicable in addition to
any change and cancellation fees imposed by our supplier partners
as per their terms and conditions. In the event you should advise the
spelling of your name which does not match your as per identification
or request incorrect travel dates resulting in the reissue and or
rebooking of your travel arrangements, all and any fees incurred will be
passed on to you for payment.
7. Itinerary and Fares:
Rates and details are valid at the time of printing however, these can
be subject to alteration and we reserve the right to alter fares in the
case of unforeseen circumstances without notice.
8. On board currency and on board purchases:
We cannot accept responsibility for any advice in relation to the
currency used on board cruise ships or the methods of payment of
on board purchases. You are solely responsible for making your own
enquires in relation to the currency used on board cruise ships and the
methods of payment of on board purchases.
9. Airfares:
Where airfares have been included in itineraries, they are based
on lead in economy fares based on the best availability at the time
of packaging. In the event that fares have increased an additional
payment will be required. Fares include check-in luggage and inflight
dining and entertainment where applicable. Should you require certain
facilities or have a preferred airline please discuss this with your
consultant at the time of booking.
Flight Booking, Change and Cancellation Fees
Booking Fees Flights Only:
The following booking fees apply to flight only bookings:
Domestic and Short Haul International (flights under 5 hours)
bookings will incur a booking fee of $10.00 per person in addition to
the applicable credit card surcharge.
International flight bookings will incur a booking fee of $20.00 per
person in addition to the applicable credit card surcharge.
The above booking fees are non-refundable for changes of mind
or cancellations by you (subject to your rights under Australian
Consumer Law).
Holidays of Australia and the World
Toll free (AU): 1300 854 897
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Our Change and Cancellation Fees Flights:
Subject to your refund and remedy rights under the Australian
Consumer Law, the following change and cancellation fees apply to
all bookings:
Changes to Domestic and Short Haul International bookings will
incur the following fees per passenger, per booking:
Economy $ 15 plus any airline fee
Premium $ 25 plus any airline fee
Business $ 50 plus any airline fee
Cancellations to Domestic and Short Haul International bookings will
incur the following fees per passenger, per booking:
Economy $ 30 plus any airline fee
Premium $ 50 plus any airline fee
Business $ 75 plus any airline fee
Changes to International bookings (excluding Short Haul
International bookings) will incur the following fees per passenger,
per booking:
Economy $ 50 plus any airline fee
Premium $ 75 plus any airline fee
Business $ 100 plus any airline fee
Cancellations to International bookings (excluding Short Haul
International bookings) will incur the following fees per passenger,
per booking:
Economy $ 150 plus any airline fee
Premium $ 300 plus any airline fee
Business $ 500 plus any airline fee
Supplier Change and Cancellation Fees - Flights:
Cancelled bookings may also incur supplier fees, which can be up to
100% of the cost of the booking, regardless of whether travel has
commenced. Supplier fees may also apply where a booking is changed
and when tickets or documents are re-issued. Where we incur any
liability for a supplier cancellation fee for any booking which you
change or cancel, you agree to indemnify us for the amount of that fee.
Where you seek a refund for a cancelled booking for which payment
has been made to the supplier, we will not provide a refund to you until
we receive the funds from that supplier.
Taxes:
Airline taxes are subject to change and are confirmed at the time your
airline ticket is issued. There may also be a local tax charged at some
airports.
10. Hotel check-in procedures:
When checking into hotels it is common procedure to present valid
photo identification on arrival. Many hotels may also require a credit
card pre-authorisation upon arrival as a security bond to cover any
incidental expenses incurred during the stay (please note: the amount
charged will vary, however some hotels will charge AU$100 per night
upwards as a security bond). Cash is not accepted as a payment for the
security bond.
11. Travel Insurance:
We strongly recommend that passengers have their own travel
insurance against illness, injury, loss/damage to personal belongings,
cancellation charges and not being able to travel on the confirmed
departure date. Please enquire at the time of booking.
12. Passports:
When travelling internationally, you are required to have a valid
passport to show upon departure and arrival of your journey. Often
this requires at least 6-12 months validity past your return date to
Australia depending on your destination. Please ask your consultant for
further clarification at the time of enquiry. You are solely responsible
for meeting necessary passport requirements and paying all associated
costs.
13. Visas:
Depending on diplomatic relations, some countries will require you
to obtain a visa in order to stay in the country. Even if you are just
stopping over for a few hours, some countries will require you to
have a visa if you wish to leave the airport. To find out if you require a
visa for your international stay and how to apply for one, refer to the
destinations consulate or embassy, your consultant or visit Visa Link
online
http://visalink.com.au. You are solely responsible for meeting
necessary visa entry requirements and paying all associated costs.
14. Concessions:
Please note: To receive concessional travel fares, Great Southern Rail
is required to confirm your eligibility for the concession electronically
with Centrelink. If you do not want this to happen you will need to
contact Centrelink or the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) to
obtain a Pension Concession Letter as proof of your eligibility for the
concession and provide this directly to Great Southern Rail before the
concession can be given. To qualify for Concession Fares, Australian
Pensioner, Commonwealth Seniors Health Card or state issued Seniors
Card must be presented at the time of booking must be valid as at the
time of bookings and travel and must be carried at all times during
travel. Not all sectors are included in arrangements for the funding of
concessions. Funding for concessions may be withdrawn subsequent
to the printing of this document and any rates quoted may therefore
change without notice.
ATAS # 10392
15. Documentation:
In order for us to prepare your tickets we require the following
documentation:
15.1 For bookings with concession discounts a copy of your Pensioner
Card, Commonwealth Senior Health Card or state issued Senior Card.
(Please refer to Concessions paragraph for further details).
15.2 International bookings a copy of your passport.
15.3 Domestic bookings - a copy of your Drivers License or
Government issued photo identification.
15.4 Cruise bookings completed cruise booking form supplied by
your Holidays of Australia consultant. Your full itinerary, vouchers and
tickets will be sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure on the
condition that all required documentation has been received.
16. Pricing:
All prices are quoted in Australian Dollars and packages containing
international components are subject to currency fluctuations until
paid in full. All from package prices which include a cruise component
are based on a lead category interior cabin. Rail journeys are based
on pensioner prices where applicable. Package prices are correct as
at time of printing and are subject to availability, change and seasonal
surcharges. Prices may exclude flights, visas, insurance, items of a
personal nature and compulsory charges collected by third parties.
17. Images:
All images in this brochure depict authentic locations; their appearance
in the brochure does not indicate that these destinations will be
included in your arrangements. Some images have been provided by or
purchased from Australian Tourism Bodies, Photo Stock Libraries and
our preferred suppliers
18. Bookings by travel agent/operator:
If you are a travel agent or tour operator making a booking on behalf
of clients, you acknowledge and agree that you and your client(s) are
bound by these general booking conditions.
19. Automatic upgrades:
From time to time, travel service providers provide automatic upgrades.
It is your responsibility to advise us if you do not wish to be eligible for
an automatic upgrade.
20. Agency:
We act as an agent for, and sell various travel related products
as agent on behalf of, numerous transport, accommodation and
other service providers, such as airlines, coach, rail and cruise line
operators. Any services we provide to you are collateral to that agency
relationship. Our obligation to you is to (and you expressly authorise
us to) make travel bookings on your behalf and to arrange relevant
contracts between you and travel service providers. We exercise care
in the selection of reputable service providers but we have no control
over, or liability for, the services provided by third parties. We regret
we cannot guarantee itineraries and the connections associated with
any of our packages. All bookings are made on your behalf subject to
the terms of conditions, including conditions of carriage and limitations
of liability, imposed by these service providers. We can provide you
with copies of the relevant service provider terms and conditions on
request. Your legal rights in connection with the provision of travel
services are against the specific provider and, except to the extent a
problem is caused by fault on our part, are not against us. Specifically,
if for any reason (excluding fault on our part) any travel service provider
is unable to provide the services for which you have contracted, your
rights are against that provider and not against us.
21. Minimum group numbers:
Our escorted tours are subject to a minimum number of participants
as determined by us in order to be financially viable and to have a
pleasant group atmosphere. If the minimum number of participants
is not reached, we reserve the right to withdraw the tour escort and
re-price the tour.
22. Special needs:
Should you have any special needs, you are required to inform us at
the time of your booking. Special needs include (without limitation)
if you have any disability, illness disease or other condition, you have
limited mobility, you have a service animal, you are pregnant, you
need special help or any other circumstances exist which may make
it difficult for you to use travel services. If you fail to advise us of your
special needs, we may not be able to book suitable travel services for
you. To the extent permitted by law, you are responsible for ensuring
that the travel services are suitable for your special needs.
23. Jurisdiction:
These general booking conditions are governed by the laws in force
in South Australia. You agree that, in the event of a dispute between
you and us, any action you bring against us will be brought in South
Australia, Australia.
Your full itinerary, vouchers and tickets will be sent to you
approximately 2-3 weeks prior to your departure on the condition that
all required documentation has been received.
Short Breaks Australia
Toll free (AU): 1800 810 910
Toll free (NZ): 0800 233 524
p: +61 8 8312 6655 f: +61 8 8212 6337
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