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A journey and saving of grand proportions with Bentours
Uncover the incredible beauty of Scandinavia on board one of Bentours best tours, ‘Grand Nordic Coast & Capital’ and travellers can save up to $350 per person until the 4th of November 2016.
Taking the scenic route from one cosmopolitan capital to another, on this tour travellers will discover breathtaking fjords, majestic mountains, timeless quint villages and idyllic country roads.
Available on four different modules, save $150 per person on the 16 day itinerary, $250 per person on the 19 day or $350 per person on the complete 22 day module.
Based on the 22 day module this comprehensive tour includes 16 nights’ accommodation with private facilities, 5 night Hurtigruten voyage, 24 hr and 48 hr city cards plus an overnight ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki and Norway in a Nutshell scenic rail ticket, plus more.
Operating throughout 2017, the ultimate 22 day package visits four iconic countries. Prices start from $7790 per person twin share.
Celebrate with Quito as it marks its UNESCO anniversary
A visit to Ecuador will elevate you to new heights. Spend a few hours exploring the Otavalo Indian Market in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Quito. Run wild through the Amazon’s lush rainforest, and experience train travel as you never have before through the Andes.
Cruise the azure waters of the Galápagos Islands, where you’ll witness brightly coloured flora and fauna, discovering blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, sea lions, marine iguanas and many other creatures you won’t find anywhere else in the world.
The 8th of September marked an important and historical day for Ecuador and Quito in particular. 38 years ago Quito was named the first ever world heritage city by UNESCO alongside Poland. It stands on the ruins of the Inca city and represents the centre of the world with the equatorial monument marking the line between the north and south hemispheres. With an altitude of 2,818m it is one of the most preserved cities in South America. Surrounded by Volcano and mountains this incredible city is a must see.
Tempo Holidays ‘Taste of Quito’ is a short 3 day package that includes all the highlights that must be explored in this momentous city. Included in the package is a half day city tour and centre of the world tour. Visit such iconic sites as the Parliament building, colonial temples and monasteries of this urban jewel, designated by UNESCO as a “World Heritage Site”. Visit St Augustine Convent, its colonial patio, cloisters, coffered ceilings and vast collection of paintings showing the life of St Augustine. Then the Independence Plaza flanked by the Cathedral, Presidential Palace, Municipal Building and the Archbishop’s Palace. Continue to the Church of San Francisco, one of the great religious buildings of the New World; its impressive façade and atrium lead to its interior of Baroque influenced by Moorish style. Then visit the Equatorial Monument, 25km north of Quito, which marks the exact Middle of the World at latitude 00. Here you can stand with a foot on each hemisphere. Visit the Ethnographic Museum inside the monument which shows the different indigenous groups living in Ecuador.
Tempo’s ‘Taste of Quito’ prices start from $651 per person and is available in three and four star categories. This package includes two nights’ accommodation, 2 breakfasts, private return airport transfers with English speaking guide and a coach city tour and middle of the world tour.
Travelmarvel’s Travel More Sale Ends Soon
Travelmarvel is reminding travel agents that there is still time to take advantage of its exciting ‘Travel More’ Sale offers.
Designed to encourage guests to travel more in the next twelve months and beyond, the Travelmarvel ‘Travel More’ sale will run until 30 September 2016.
Exciting savings are available across a range of destinations including Europe, Vietnam and Cambodia.
For example, Travelmarvel is offering free return flights, plus a saving of up to $2,600 per couple, on its popular European Gems Amsterdam to Budapest river cruise departures in 2017.
With the offer Travelmarvel’s 15-day river cruise – including meals, drinks with lunch and dinner, sightseeing, tipping, transfers and more – starts from just $5,495* per person.
Good Morning Vietnam with Adventure World
Receive a BONUS 2 day Mekong Delta Excursion when you book Adventure World’s 11-day ‘Handpicked Vietnam’ private, tailor-made journey by 30 October 2016. Capture the real essence and spirit of Vietnam, experience the hustle and bustle of old Saigon, relax on the beaches of Hoi An, and stroll through the charming capital of Hanoi before you journey down the floating marketplace of the Mekong Delta. Included in the package is 10 nights’ accommodation, activities, meals and entrances fees as per the itinerary, services of a private car and driver, internal flights, and local English speaking guides. Priced from $2375 per person and available for travel 1 May- 30 September 2017. For more information and full terms and conditions visit Adventure World at www.adventureworld.com call 1300 363 055
Uniworld’s fly free to Amsterdam
FLY FREE when you book a 2017 Uniworld Europe cruise of 13-days or more. On Uniworld’s 13-day Legendary Rhine & Moselle all-inclusive boutique river cruise, enjoy the services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager and 11 days of excursions from Amsterdam to Basel. Visit the Van Gogh Museum or the Rijksmuseum, and “Do as the Locals Do” and take a walk through Strasbourg on the border of France and Germany. Also included in the package are all meals and unlimited beverages onboard, 12 nights in a riverview stateroom on the regal River Queen, all transfers on arrival and departure days and more. Priced from $7,399 per person and available for travel Apr – Nov 2017. For more information call 1300 780 231 or visit uniworld.com.
Gladiators, gondolas and gold, oh my!
Save $312 per person on Trafalgar’s 10-day GLADIATORS GONDOLAS AND GOLD guided family holiday when booked by 15 December 2016. Hold on to your helmet for this family expedition marching through the Eternal City of Rome, illustrious Florence and the historic lagoon of Venice. Experience life as a Roman gladiator and learn the basics of sword-fighting, toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain and create your own Venetian Carnival mask before devouring the pizza you’ve just learnt to make. Priced from $2813 per person, twin-share and available for departure 4 Aug, 11 Aug, 18 Aug, 25 Aug 2017. For more information or a further selection of Trafalgar’s simply the best Europe trips visit www.trafalgar.com or call Trafalgar on 1800 002 006(toll-free).
California Dreaming with Creative Cruising
Save up to $685 on your Guided Holiday when you book Creative Cruising’s 18-night Alluring California & Alaska deal by 27 Oct 2016. Included in the deal is a Return Economy Class airfare to San Francisco flying Qantas Airways , 7 night ‘Northern California’ Guided Holiday with Trafalgar from San Francisco return, 1 night pre-cruise accommodation, a 10 night cruise on board Grand Princess from San Francisco Return, main meals and entertainment on board, port charges, government fees & air taxes and more. Priced from $7,049 per person. Cruise departs on 06 Aug 2017. Conditions apply please see www.creativecruising.com.au or call 1300 362 599 for more information.
AAT Kings offers a taste of Tasmanian Wonders
Save 10% off AAT Kings’ 10-day Tasmanian Wonders Australian Guided Holiday when booked and paid in full by 28 November 2016. Explore Hobart’s iconic sights, get amongst the idyllic scenery of Russell Falls, discover adventure capital Queenstown and Cradle Mountain National Park, and step back in time at historic Port Arthur. Included in the package are an experienced Travel Director and Driver Guide, comfortable accommodation, travel by luxury coach, airport transfers, specified meals and more. Priced from $2,655 per person (including savings) and available for travel on select departures 1 Apr 2017 – 31 Mar 2018. For more information or to book call 1300 556 100 or visit aatkings.com *Conditions Apply
Out to Munch with Contiki
Save from $314 per person with Contiki’s Early Payment Discount on Contiki’s 9-day Munch Itinerary when booked by 15 December 2016. Visiting Florence, Barcelona, the South of France, and Milan – ‘Munch’ is dedicated to tickling your taste buds at every opportunity. Fill your days with cooking classes, pasta making, and wine making lessons led by an equally passionate foodie Trip Manager and a food influencer duo. Priced from $2,835 per person including discount and available for travel 27 May 2017 – 16 Sept 2017. *Conditions apply, for more information visit www.contiki.com or phone 1300 266 845.
Busabout on an Italian Adventure
Save up to 12% off Busabout’s Hop – on Hop – off Pass when you book a 3-day Italian Adventure that takes you across the country in one ticket. Experience the history of Pompeii, the breath-taking Amalfi Coast, the glitzy glamour of Capri, and indulge in the authentic local cuisine! To book call 1300 287 226 and quote promocodeEB1, valid until 21 December 2016. For more information and a range of other Europe trips on sale visit http://www.busabout.com/.
Young Travellers save with Insight Vacations
Save up to $690 per young traveller twin share (aged 5-17yrs old) on Insight Vacations 22-day ‘Britain and Ireland Discovery’ escorted journey plus FLY FREE when booked and paid in full by 15 Dec 2016. Share your holiday memories with your children or grandchildren, on this epic adventure from Oxford to Stonehenge that illuminates the hidden corners of the British Isles. Along the way, encounter the full arc of Celtic heritage, cultures, legends and traditions. Included in the package are flights, an expert Insight Tour Director, travel in business class coach, porterage, airport transfers and more. Priced from $6,060 per young traveller, twin share and available for travel 19 Apr 2017 – 18 Oct 2017. For more information visit insightvacations.com or call 1300 727 767 (toll-free).
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