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You're invited to join us on a journey through some of Australia's most unique terrain to discover the wonders of Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Travel through this vast and beautiful land, from the rugged landscapes of the Kimberley to the cosmopolitan city of Darwin and experience striking contrasts of landscapes, sights, people, wildlife and environments. Australia has captured the hearts of people the world over and Evergreen Tours is proud to bring you the best of this awe-inspiring land. Wonder at the sheer majesty of the spectacular wetlands and rock formations of the Top End and witness how time has stood still as Aboriginal culture lives and breathes in the expansive landscape at Kakadu National Park. Explore the Kimberley, one of the world's last great wilderness areas. Admire the red cliff face plunging to the water’s edge at Katherine Gorge, and experience the Ord River, home to an incredibly diverse ecosystem teeming with wildlife. Experience the rich colour palette of Western Australia and the Northern Territory with the fiery red Cockburn Ranges, the yellows, oranges and greys of Geikie Gorge, and the contrast of the white sands of Cable Beach against the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. 2
Our tour combines the very best of each region showcasing both iconic sights and hidden gems. While our itineraries are comprehensive, you will also appreciate freedom for personal discoveries in your own time. New for 2016, Evergreen partners with Kimberley Quest Cruises, the multiaward winning luxury cruise company, to show you the Kimberley coast from the sea. Aboard their custom-designed vessel you'll visit many places other Kimberley cruises cannot reach, and with a maximum of 18 guests you'll experience personalised service. Our team of local experts will proudly show you the best that Western Australia and the Top End has to offer. Our friendly Tour Directors, Coach Drivers, Local Hosts and Guides do more than just their job; they go out of their way to ensure you’re totally satisfied with every sightseeing experience and exclusive excursion. Established for 36 years, Evergreen Tours are experts in the region and have carefully developed handcrafted itineraries to deliver the right balance of must-see sights, cultural interaction, local insights, and culinary delights as well as uncovering some of Australia's best kept secrets.
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A Journey of Discovery Explore and Uncover Hidden Treasures An extraordinary journey awaits. Lose yourself in the majesty of immense landscapes, marvel at some of Australia's most iconic geological wonders, meet fascinating people and hear tales which transport you back in time. Enjoy an abundance of wildlife and be touched by an ancient land rich in culture and history in the Northern Territory and Western Australia. With such a wealth of spectacular sights, no day will pass without leaving you spellbound. Visit the jewel of the Top End, the World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Cruise on the Yellow Water Billabong and through countless amazing gorges including Katherine Gorge, Chamberlain Gorge and Geikie Gorge, each one unique and captivating. Explore bountiful National Parks such as Hidden Valley National Park known as the mini Bungle Bungles and Litchfield National Park with its cascading waterfalls and intriguing termite mounds.
peaceful Ord River valley, stroll or take a camel ride along the white sands of Cable Beach in Broome. Cruising the Kimberley, you'll discover it is dotted with islands, whirlpools, inlets, waterfalls, pristine beaches and unforgettable scenery that will take your breath away. The team at Kimberley Quest will convey their passion for this ancient land, forging the sights and sounds of the Kimberley into your memory forever. There are ample opportunities to try the local specialities as well. In an area abundant with fresh tropical fruit like mangoes we will take you to a place that makes the best mango smoothies. And if fresh Barramundi has been caught on the day during your Kimberley Quest cruise it will be on the menu that night. Enjoy your farewell dinner at the iconic Cable Beach as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean, quite simply a magnificent close for a remarkable journey.
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This vast land tells a new story at every turn and exudes a multitude of fascinating landforms such as the curious beehive domes of the Bungle Bungles. Visit Australia's own China Wall, located outside of Halls Creek, this natural white stone wall looks just like the Great Wall of China. Enjoy pristine landscapes as you cruise the 4
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14 Day Kakadu and Kimberley Explorer Day 1 Arrive Darwin
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Welcome to the iconic Top End! You will be met on arrival at Darwin airport and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the unique character of this tropical outback town before meeting your Evergreen Tours’ Tour Director and travelling companions for a welcome reception and dinner. Three Night Stay: Doubletree by Hilton Esplanade. Day 2 Litchfield National Park
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Start your tour by being taken through one of the region’s most stunning wilderness areas, Litchfield National Park. Visit unusual termite mounds, picturesque waterfalls and plunge pools. See beautiful Florence and Wangi Falls and large spring–fed natural pools surrounded by lush rainforest. Tonight enjoy a sunset dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour. Day 3 Darwin at Leisure
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the Pacific Campaign of WWII on a Bombing of Darwin Tour. (See page 12). (FB,D) Day 4 Kakadu National Park Enter the amazing World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park which is renowned for its natural beauty. Visit Nourlangie Rock which exhibits some of the oldest Aboriginal rock art in the world, dating back 50,000 years. Stop at the Bowali Visitor Centre and learn about the local region and its rich culture and wildlife. Two night Stay: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel Day 5 Kakadu National Park – Yellow Water Cruise (FB,D) This morning embark on a cruise of the famous Yellow Water Billabong, where you may encounter Kakadu’s unique water birds and crocodiles. Journey to Ubirr for majestic views over the flood plains and escarpment country.
Discover More: Travel to Corroboree Billabong in the Mary River Wetlands and discover the world’s largest concentration of Saltwater Crocodiles as well as a myriad of birdlife and colourful flora or learn about the history and significance of
Day 6 Nitmiluk National Park – Katherine Gorge Cruise (FB,D) Discover More: Take a spectacular flight over Kakadu (see page 12). Travel to Nitmiluk National Park and enjoy a guided cruise through
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the spectacular Katherine Gorge. Marvel at the towering sandstone walls as your guide points out ancient Aboriginal rock art and unique wildlife. Overnight Stay: Ibis Styles Katherine. Day 7 Lake Argyle – Ord River Cruise – Kununurra (FB,D) Experience the true vastness of this outback land as you cross the border into Western Australia and journey into the Carr Boyd Ranges before arriving at magnificent Lake Argyle, the largest lake in the southern hemisphere. One of the highlights of the journey is a magnificent cruise on the Ord River where you will pass beneath immense gorge walls, view peaceful river scenery and spot some of the region’s abundant wildlife. Enjoy the sunset as you arrive into Kununurra. Overnight Stay: Ibis Styles Kununurra Day 8 Hidden Valley – El Questro (FB,D) Discover More: Take a flight over the incredible Bungle Bungles Range (see page 12). Visit the magical Hidden Valley National Park, known as the mini Bungle Bungles with unusual and colourful
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SUPERB SERVICES sandstone formations. Follow the Cockburn Range to the acclaimed El Questro Wilderness Park, a million acre park set in stunning outback Kimberley landscape. Two Night Stay: Emma Gorge Resort Day 9 El Questro Wilderness Park– Chamberlain (FB,D) Gorge Cruise Enjoy a spectacular cruise through Chamberlain Gorge, a fresh waterhole bound by diverse flora and fauna set beneath towering 60 metre tall sheer walled cliffs. Day 10 El Questro – Argyle Diamond Mine – (FB,L,D) Halls Creek Travel to the world’s single largest producer of diamonds, the Argyle Diamond Mine, for a private guided tour of the open cut mine. Continue on to Halls Creek, the oasis of the Kimberley and once the hub of a gold rush in the late 1800’s. Overnight Stay: Halls Creek Motel or similar (FB,D) Day 11 Geikie Gorge Cruise – Fitzroy Discover the natural rock formation of Halls Creek's own China Wall. Continue to the Fitzroy River and cruise the exquisite Geikie Gorge with its unusual white banded walls. Keep your eye out for local wildlife including sawfish, stingrays and freshwater crocodiles. Overnight stay: Fitzroy River lodge or similar (FB) Day 12 Fitzroy – Broome Travel to the famous town of Broome surrounded by a pristine coastline. Broome was originally founded as a pearling port over a hundred years ago, and now boasts a multicultural population lured here by the promise of finding their fortunes. The pearling industry remains a vibrant part of Broome, proudly producing the world’s finest Two Night Stay: Oaks Cable Beach Sanctuary Day 13 Broome
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• Western Australian and Northern Territory specialist Tour Director and Coach Driver • Tour by air-conditioned coach equipped with restroom, reclining seats and large panoramic windows • Complimentary airport transfers on Day 1 & Day 14 of the tour* conditions apply • 13 nights’ accommodation in twin share rooms with private facilities • Guided sightseeing of all major attractions and options for extra sightseeing activities (additional expense) • All hotel service charges & baggage handling (one suitcase per person)
PREMIUM INCLUSIONS • Visit the tranquil wilderness area of Litchfield National Park • Sunset dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour • Explore Kakadu National Park and cruise the Yellow Water Billabong • Visit Nitmiluk National Park and cruise through Katherine Gorge • Cruise on the magnificent Ord River and spot an abundance of wildlife • Discover the extraordinary Hidden Valley National Park
Day 14 Depart Broome (FB) After breakfast your Northern Territory and Western Australia adventure ends with a transfer to the airport. We trust you enjoyed your Evergreen Tours experience!
PREMIUM HIGHLIGHTS • Learn about the ancient Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock • See magnificent Lake Argyle, the largest lake in the southern hemisphere • Visit the pearling capital of Broome with its pristine beaches and azure waters
QUALITY DINNING • 25 Quality meals including 13 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 9 Dinners and 2 Highlight Dinners
EVERGREEN'S HIGHLIGHTED FEATURES Welcome Dinner
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Today is at your leisure to explore the tropical town of Broome or Discover More of Broome with one of the enticing extra sightseeing activities on offer. At the end of the day join your fellow travellers to sit back, relax and enjoy a drink before watching the spectacular sunset over Cable Beach, followed by a sumptuous dinner. Discover More: Enjoy a guided farm tour and cruise of the Willie Creek Farm, take a scenic flight over the beautiful Buccaneer Archipelago, take a relaxing camel ride on Cable Beach, or enjoy a scenic hovercraft tour along Broome's coastline (see page 12 and 13)
• Stay at the world famous El Questro Wilderness Park and cruise through Chamberlain Gorge • Private guided tour of Argyle Diamond Mine with lunch • See Australia's own China Wall at Halls Creek • Cruise the Fitzroy River through the amazing Geikie Gorge • Visit the famous Boab Prison Tree at Derby • Indulge in a pre-dinner drink and three course dinner overlooking Cable Beach
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DEPARTURE DATES AND PRICES TOUR CODE:
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$7,380
June 5*
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July 7, 22
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August 11*
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DEPOSIT Deposit (Required within 5 days of booking)
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OTHER TOURING INFORMATION All prices are per person in AUD. Fully inclusive of sightseeing & entrance fees (as stated in the itinerary), porterage, tipping and gratuities, accommodation and meals (as specified). Tour itinerary is subject to change. Tour Maps: Any tour maps or other route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon. *Transfers please refer to page 15 clause 12.1. For full terms and conditions please see page 14-15 and our website, www. evergreentours.com.au for full details.
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Kimberley Quest Cruises
22 Day Ultimate Kimberley Explorer (D) Day 1 Arrive Darwin Welcome to the iconic Top End! You will be met on arrival at Darwin airport and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the unique character of this tropical outback town before meeting your Evergreen Tours’ Tour Director and travelling companions for a welcome reception and dinner. Three Night Stay: Doubletree by Hilton Esplanade. (FB,HD) Day 2 Litchfield National Park HM Start your tour by being taken through one of the region’s most stunning wilderness areas, Litchfield National Park. Tonight enjoy a sunset dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour. (FB) Day 3 Darwin at Leisure Discover More: Travel to Corroboree Billabong in the Mary River Wetlands and discover the world’s largest concentration of Saltwater Crocodiles as well as a myriad of birdlife and colourful flora or learn about the history and significance of the Pacific Campaign of WWII on a Bombing of Darwin Tour (see page 12). Day 4 Kakadu National Park (FB,D) Enter the amazing World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park. Visit Nourlangie Rock and Bowali Visitor Centre and learn about the local region and its rich culture and wildlife. Two night Stay: Mercure Kakadu Crocodile Hotel Day 5 Kakadu National Park – (FB,D) Yellow Water Cruise This morning embark on a cruise of the famous Yellow Water Billabong, where you may encounter Kakadu’s unique water birds and crocodiles. Journey to Ubirr for majestic views over the flood plains and escarpment country. Day 6 Nitmiluk National Park – (FB,D) Katherine Gorge Cruise Discover More: Take a spectacular flight over Kakadu (see page 12). Travel to Nitmiluk National Park and enjoy a guided cruise through the spectacular Katherine Gorge. Marvel at the towering sandstone walls.Overnight Stay: Ibis Styles Katherine.
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Day 7 Lake Argyle – Ord River Cruise – Kununurra
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Experience the true vastness of this outback land as you cross the border into Western Australia and journey into the Carr Boyd Ranges before arriving at magnificent Lake Argyle. One of the highlights of the journey is a magnificent cruise on the Ord River. Enjoy the sunset as you arrive into Kununurra. Overnight Stay: Ibis Styles Kununurra (FB,D) Day 8 Hidden Valley – El Questro Discover More: Take a flight over the incredible Bungle Bungles Range (see page 12). Visit the magical Hidden Valley National Park, known as the mini Bungle Bungles with unusual and colourful sandstone formations. Follow the Cockburn Range to the acclaimed El Questro Wilderness Park, a million acre park set in stunning outback Kimberley landscape. Two Night Stay: Emma Gorge Resort Day 9 El Questro Wilderness Park – Chamberlain Gorge Cruise (FB,D) Enjoy a spectacular cruise through Chamberlain Gorge. Day 10 El Questro – Argyle Diamond Mine – Halls Creek (FB,L,D) Travel to the world’s single largest producer of diamonds, the Argyle Diamond Mine, for a private guided tour of the open cut mine. Overnight Stay: Halls Creek Motel Day 11 Geikie Gorge Cruise – Fitzroy (FB,D) Continue to the Fitzroy River and cruise the exquisite Geikie Gorge with its unusual white banded walls. Keep your eye out for local wildlife including sawfish, stingrays and freshwater crocodiles. Overnight stay: Fitzroy River lodge Day 12 Fitzroy – Broome (FB) Travel to the famous town of Broome surrounded by a pristine coastline Three Night Stay: Oaks Cable Beach Sanctuary HD (FB,HD) Day 13 Broome Today is at your leisure to explore the tropical town of Broome or Discover More of Broome with one of the
enticing extra sightseeing activities on offer. At the end of the day join your fellow travellers to sit back, relax and enjoy a drink before watching the spectacular sunset over Cable Beach, followed by a sumptuous dinner. Discover More: Enjoy a guided farm tour and cruise of Willie Creek Pearl Farm, take a scenic flight over the beautiful Buccaneer Archipelago, take a relaxing camel ride on Cable Beach, or enjoy a scenic hovercraft tour along Broome's coastline (see page 12 and 13) DAY 14 Broome After breakfast enjoy a day at leisure.
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DAY 15 Broome – Hunter River (B,L,D) Your Southern Quest Cruise begins this morning when you depart for a Scenic Flight up the Kimberley coast to Mitchell Plateau. Board a helicopter and enjoy a flight over Mitchell Falls before landing on the Kimberley Quest II. Take a tender excursion to view the Hunter River. Seven Night Stay: Kimberley Quest DAY 16 Careening Bay – Prince Regent River – Camp Creek (B,L,D) This morning at Careening Bay see the ancient carved Boab tree. Cruise through St George Basin a stunning inland sea before travelling up the Prince Regent River. Visit Camp Creek, a beautiful waterway lined with weeping paperbarks where you can enjoy a walk to the top of the falls for another memorable swim. DAY 17 Prince Regent River – King Cascade – Cathedral Gorge (B,L,D) Arriving at the King Cascade waterfalls, climb above the falls for an unforgettable swim in a massive crystal clear pool. Be rewarded with a breathtaking view over the magnificent Prince Regent River in the distance - wilderness adventuring at its best. This afternoon join an excursion to Cathedral Falls or alternatively fish the Prince Regent River for Barramundi and Threadfin Salmon. DAY 18 Camden Harbour – Kuri Bay – Langii (B,L,D) At nearby Camden Harbour, visit the forlorn settler’s graves on Sheep Island and soak up the history of
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DAY 19 Raft Point – Sale River – Doubtful Bay (B,L,D) This morning cruise towards Steep Island, anchor below Raft Point and walk to the caves perched on the hill. Here is some of the finest well-preserved Wandjina art in the Kimberley. This afternoon fish the inlets of Doubtful Bay for the elusive Barramundi and Threadfin Salmon. DAY 20 Red Cone Creek – Montgomery Reef – Collier Bay (B,L,D) Take a tender ride to view many marine species, including turtles and sea birds at Red Cone Creek. Cruise to the amazing Montgomery Reef, which covers more than 300km², making it Australia’s largest inshore reef. Watch as the tide falls right before your eyes. Late Afternoon fish in Collier Bay or just relax on board. DAY 21 Talbot Bay – Dugong Bay – Buccaneer Archipelago (B,L,D) Cruise to Talbot Bay, home to one of the icons of the Kimberley coast, the spectacular Horizontal Waterfalls. Take a tender and head in for an up-close and exhilarating ride through this natural phenomenon. Cool off with a refreshing swim in Dugong Bay before crossing the vast King Sound, cruising through the thousands of islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. Pass Cape Leveque at sunset and journey through the night towards Broome. (B) DAY 22 Cape Leveque – Broome Arrive into Broome early morning and enjoy breakfast before being transferred to your accommodation or the airport.
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the first European settlement in the 1860s. Take a tender for a spot of exploration. Have a go at fishing or collect rock oysters, before unwinding on the sundeck to take in the beautiful scenery. Visit the mysterious cove at Langii and witness the ‘Petrified Warriors’. These remarkable sandstone pillars represent the warriors killed in a Dreamtime battle.
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SUPERB SERVICES • Western Australian and Northern Territory specialist Tour Director and Coach Driver • Tour by air-conditioned coach equipped with restroom, reclining seats and large panoramic windows • Complimentary airport transfers on Day 1 & Day 22 of the tour* conditions apply • 14 nights’ accommodation in twin share rooms with private facilities • 7 nights on board locally owned Kimberley Quest II • All hotel service charges & baggage handling (one suitcase per person)
PREMIUM INCLUSIONS • Visit the tranquil wilderness area of Litchfield National Park • Sunset dinner cruise on Darwin Harbour • Explore Kakadu National Park and cruise the Yellow Water Billabong • Visit Nitmiluk National Park and cruise through Katherine Gorge • Cruise on the magnificent Ord River and spot an abundance of wildlife • Discover the extraordinary Hidden Valley National Park • Stay at the world famous El Questro Wilderness Park and cruise through Chamberlain Gorge
• Private guided tour of Argyle Diamond Mine with lunch • See Australia's own China Wall at Halls Creek • Cruise the Fitzroy River through the amazing Geikie Gorge • Visit the famous Boab Prison Tree at Derby • Indulge in a pre-dinner drink and three course dinner overlooking Cable Beach
PREMIUM HIGHLIGHTS • Learn about the ancient Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock • See magnificent Lake Argyle, the largest lake in the southern hemisphere • Visit the pearling capital of Broome with its pristine beaches and azure waters • Witness the spectacular Horizontal Falls • Cruise through the islands of Buccaneer Archipelago • Opportunities to fish for Barramundi and threadfin Salmon • Discover Wandjina Aboriginal Art Gallery • Climb above King Cascade Waterfalls • Helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls
QUALITY DINNING • 47 Quality meals including 21 Breakfast, 8 Lunch, 16 Dinners and 2 Highlight Dinners
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DEPARTURE DATES AND PRICES TOUR CODE:
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8 DAY SOUTHERN QUEST CRUISE ONLY – BROOME TO BROOME 2016 June 21*
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OTHER TOURING INFORMATION All prices are per person in AUD. Fully inclusive of sightseeing & entrance fees (as stated in the itinerary), porterage, tipping and gratuities, accommodation and meals (as specified). Tour itinerary is subject to change. Tour Maps: Any tour maps or other route depictions are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon. *Transfers please refer to page 15 clause 12.1. For full terms and conditions please see page 14-15 and our website, www. evergreentours.com.au for full details.
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Discover More DARWIN WWII BOMBING OF DARWIN Visit the sights hit by Japanese air raids during WWII in the largest attacks ever mounted against Australia. Visit historic bunkers in Charles Darwin National Park, cruise Darwin Harbour, view HMAS Coonawarra, East Point's military precinct, the Military Museum and the Catalina Flying Boat Base. Fitness Level: Moderate Pace Duration: ½ Day EVERGREEN PRICE: $112.00
Fitness Level: Moderate Pace Duration: 6 hours EVERGREEN PRICE: $129.00
DARWIN JUMP ON JUMP OFF TOUR The perfect introduction to the Top End city of Darwin. This tour takes in all of Darwin’s main historical and cultural attractions with an opportunity to stop and visit during the tour.
DARWIN JUMPING CROC CRUISE Experience these reptiles in the wild on the beautiful Adelaide River, where crocs leap out of the water pursuing their prey. Also includes a visit to Fogg Dam, a wetlands nature reserve.
Fitness Level: Relaxed Pace Duration: ½ Day EVERGREEN PRICE: $40.00
Fitness Level: Relax Pace Duration: ½ Day EVERGREEN PRICE: $90.00
KAKADU NATIONAL PARK FIXED WING SCENIC FLIGHT The Kakadu wetlands are so spectacular yet so hard to see, except from an aircraft! A view from above offers a kaleidoscope of rugged gorges, vast flood plains, winding rivers and placid billabongs.
KAKADU NATIONAL PARK HELICOPTER SCENIC FLIGHT Everyone agrees that to see Kakadu you must fly Kakadu. The sights are unequalled, and the must do flight is in a helicopter with the ability to slow-stop-turn-go-low.
Fitness Level: Relaxed Pace Duration: 30 mins EVERGREEN PRICE: $150.00
BUNGLE BUNGLES BUNGLE BUNGLES SCENIC FLIGHT Board your scenic flight, for a journey over the famous Bungle Bungles. We fly past the Diversion Dam, Lake Kununurra and over the Ord Irrigation Area before crossing the Carr Boyd Range, Lake Argyle and Osmond Range. A spectacular journey. Fitness Level: Relaxed Pace Duration: 2 hours EVERGREEN PRICE: $365.00
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DARWIN WILDLANDS WETLANDS DISCOVERY Cruise on Corroboree Billabong in magnificent Mary River Wetlands. Experience a natural wonderland, home to the world’s largest concentration of crocodiles and a myriad of birdlife and colourful flora.
Fitness Level: Relaxed Pace Duration: 20 mins or 30 mins EVERGREEN PRICE: $230.00 20 mins $335.00 30 mins
BROOME HOVERCRAFT TOUR Enjoy the thrill of a hovercraft ride while being taken on a scenic and historic tour of Broome's beautiful coastline. Visit some fascinating and inaccessible areas around Broome that no other tour offers. Fitness Level: Moderate Pace Duration: 60 mins EVERGREEN PRICE: $135.00
On an Evergreen Tour we know you value free time to explore on your own. We also know that most of our guests like to be offered extra sightseeing to personalise their holiday, so we offer enhanced experiences such as a chance to get an aerial view of the Bungle Bungles or the Willie Creek Pearl Farm Tour in Broome. When you pre book one of the following tours you can be assured of the best price and value.
BROOME WILLIE CREEK PEARL FARM Discover a guided farm tour and cruise, discover how the rare and beautiful "Australian South Sea Pearl" is produced. Your guide will reveal the intricate process of today's modern cultured pearling industry. Fitness Level: Moderate Pace Duration: ½ Day EVERGREEN PRICE: $95.00
BROOME BUCCANEER ARCHIPELAGO SCENIC FLIGHT Experience the majestic beauty of the thousands of islands in the Buccaneer Archipelago. See the spectacular Horizontal Falls, Talbot Bay, and Cape Leveque where you will enjoy a delightful morning tea. Your flight then returns you to Broome. Fitness Level: Moderate Pace Duration: ½ Day EVERGREEN PRICE: $640.00
BROOME SUNSET CAMEL RIDE ON CABLE BEACH Take in the spectacular sunset on a relaxing camel ride along the beautiful white sands of Cable Beach. Enjoy the sun setting over the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean; dolphins and other marine life are often viewed from atop your camel (weight restrictions apply). Fitness Level: Active Pace Duration: 30 mins EVERGREEN PRICE: $90.00
BROOME CAPE LEVEQUE 4WD ADVENTURE Experience the highlights of the pristine Dampier Peninsula on this adventurous day trip up the Cape Leveque Road into Bardi/Jawa country. Fitness Level: Active Pace Duration: 12 hours EVERGREEN PRICE: $269.00
Conditions: Prices are in AUD per person and are valid from 1st April 2016 – 31st March 2017. Minimum numbers and seasonal operation may apply. Please see details on page 15, clause 12.2.
Pre & Post Tour Accommodation Extend your holiday with these great hotel options
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON ESPLANADE Overlooking the famous Darwin Esplanade, Doubletree by Hilton Esplanade is within walking distance of downtown Darwin. Twin Share from $150pp Single Room from $270pp
OAKS SANCTUARY CABLE BEACH A luxury resort just a short walk from the pristine sands of Cable Beach. The resort features elegant modern designs which draw on traditional Broome architecture and colours. Twin Share from $155pp Single Room from $310pp
Prices are in AUD per person per night in a run of house room. Prices advertised are ‘from’ prices and subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Includes one nights accommodation, breakfast daily, all taxes and airport transfers
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1. Contract 1.1 These terms and conditions ("Conditions") form the basis of the contract between You and Scenic Tours Pty Limited (“Evergreen”, “We”, “Us” or “Our”) ("Contract"). It is important that You read the Contract carefully to ensure that You understand Your rights and obligations. Your Contract may also include additional terms and conditions applicable to a special offer or promotion. 1.2 You confirm Your understanding and acceptance of the Conditions and the Contract by paying Your Booking Deposit or otherwise paying any part of the price of Your Tour. 1.3 If You make a Booking on behalf of any other person, You represent to Us that You have their authority to make the Booking on their behalf and to legally bind them to the terms of the Contract, including the Conditions. Each reference to "You", "Your", "Guest" or "Passenger" means the person who makes the Booking and each other person covered by the Booking. 1.4 Your Itinerary does not form part of the Contract. 1.5 We may amend these Conditions from time to time. If We amend the Conditions, We will publish the amended version on Our Website. We will also provide the current version of the Conditions to You upon request. You will be bound by the current version of the Conditions at the time You make Your Booking. 2. Meaning of Words In these Conditions, the following words and expressions have the following meanings: (a) “Booking” means the booking You have made with Us for the Tour. (b) “Booking Deposit” means a booking deposit in an amount which We have notified You before You make Your Booking; (c) “Cruise” means a cruise constituting or forming part of Your Tour; (d) “Cruise Conditions” means the Operator’s conditions of carriage for a river cruise vessel. (e) “Cruise Director” means any person designated by Us as the cruise director for any Cruise forming part of Your Tour. (f) “Customer Service Contact Address” means the details for contacting Us set out in clause 13.1 of the Conditions. (g) “Deposit Protection Plan” means Our deposit protection plan as set out on Our Website. (h) “Force Majeure Event” means any act of God, war, terrorism, fire, flood or any other extreme weather conditions, loss of power, epidemics or pandemics, industrial disputes, slow-downs or other strike activities, riots or civil disturbances, acts of government, semi government or other authorities, inability to obtain any necessary licence or consent and delays caused by sub-contractors, suppliers or other third parties (including telecommunications carriers), material shortages or other disruption to the Tour beyond Our control. (i) “Guest Contact Details” means Your contact details which You have provided to Us at the time of making Your Booking, as amended by any written notice You may provide to Us from time to time in accordance with clause 13.4 of these Conditions. (j) “Itinerary” means the Itinerary for Your Tour issued by Us, subject to any amendments made by Us from time to time in accordance with the Contract. (k) “Operator” means the owner or operator of a river cruise vessel. (l) “Personal Information” means information about You and any other person for whom You make a Booking, including Your name, address, phone number and other contact details, details of Your next of kin, Your passport number, credit or debit card details, and information about Your health, medical needs, dietary requirements and any disabilities or other special requirements. (m) “Service Provider” means any independent contractor engaged by Us to provide a Tour or any part of a Tour, and includes an Operator. (n) “Tour” means to the tour package You have booked with Us as outlined in Your Itinerary. (o) “Tour Brochure” means the brochure for Your Tour published by Us and includes any amendments notified on Our Website from time to time. (p) “Tour Departure Date” means the scheduled departure date for the Tour set out in Your Itinerary. (q) “Tour Director” means any person designated by Us as the tour director for Your Tour. (r) “Tour Price” means the total amount payable by You for the Tour. It includes the Booking Deposit. (s) “Validity Period” means 1 April 2016 to 31 March 2017. (t) “Website” means Evergreen’s website at www.evergreentours.com. au. 3. Booking and Payment 3.1 You may make a Booking directly with Us or through a travel agent. Your Booking will be confirmed only when We have received: (a) Your Booking Deposit; or (b) if Your Booking is made 90 days or less before the Tour Departure Date, the Tour Price and all other amounts payable under the Contract. 3.2 Except as indicated in clause 3.8, We will notify You of the Tour Price and provide You with Your Itinerary at the time of making Your Booking 3.3 You must pay Your Booking Deposit within 5 days after making Your Booking. If We do not receive Your Booking Deposit within 5 days after You make Your Booking, We will automatically cancel Your Booking without further notice to You. 3.4 If You have made Your Booking through a travel agent, Your travel agent should forward Your Booking Deposit or Tour Price to Us on Your behalf. However, payments by You to Your travel agent are not considered to be payments by You to Us. We will consider payment has been received by Us only when We receive payment from Your travel agent. 3.5 Any accommodation, sightseeing or flights We book for You separately to those stated in Your Itinerary are not included in the Booking Deposit or Tour Price and You must pay both the deposit and full costs for such additional services separately to the Booking Deposit and Tour Price at the time which We notify You at or before You make Your Booking. Any requests for such additional services will not be processed until Your Booking Deposit is paid in full. 3.6 For some special offers, We may require payment of a further deposit before the balance of the Tour Price is due. We will notify You of any such requirement before You complete Your Booking and will confirm the payment details when we confirm Your Booking. You must make payment by the date notified by Us.
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3.7 Except as required by law or in accordance with the Deposit Protection Plan, Booking Deposits are not refundable and are not transferable to other Tours or Bookings. 3.8 If You make Your Booking within 65 days of Your Tour Departure Date, You must pay Your Booking Deposit before We can process Your Booking and confirm Your Tour Price. Your Booking is not confirmed until You have paid the Tour Price. We will notify You of the Tour Price promptly after We have calculated it. If You do not confirm Your acceptance of the Tour Price in writing within 7 days of receipt of notification from Us, You will be deemed to have rejected the Tour Price. If You notify Us that You have rejected the Tour Price or if You are deemed to have rejected the Tour Price, We will cancel Your Booking and refund Your Booking Deposit. If You accept the Tour Price, You must pay the outstanding Tour Price within 24 hours of Us notifying You of the Tour Price, or We will cancel Your Booking and retain Your Booking Deposit. 3.9 If clause 3.8 does not apply, You must pay to Us the balance of the Tour Price and all other amounts payable under the Contract no later than 90 days before the Tour Departure Date. 3.10 If You wish to change any incidental component of Your Booking, such as any pre or post-tour accommodation or add-ons, You must contact Us. We may accept or reject Your request at Our absolute discretion and if We accept, You must pay a change fee to Us in for each change accordance with clause 4.7(b) and any additional costs resulting from the change. Additional costs may include additional overnight accommodation required as a result of any change to Your flights. 3.11 You may cancel a Booking by sending Us written notice of cancellation at the Customer Service Contact Address. If You cancel a Booking You will be liable to pay a cancellation fee in accordance with clause 4.8. 3.12 A name change for a Guest or a change to the Tour Departure Date is considered a cancellation of the original Booking. 4. Prices, inclusions and fees 4.1 All Tour Prices are quoted in Australian Dollars. 4.2 If You pay Us by credit card, the following surcharges will be added: Credit card Visa Mastercard American Express
Surcharge on Deposit 0 0 3%
Surcharge on Tour Price or Fees 1% 1% 3%
There is no surcharge for payments made by cash, cheque or direct transfer to Our nominated bank account. 4.3 Your Tour Price includes all coach and cruise travel; the services of a Tour Director; airport transfers; meals as specified in Your Itinerary; accommodation; sightseeing and admissions, where stated; all gratuities and tipping on land tours operated by Us; and any other specific inclusions identified in Your Itinerary. 4.4 Unless expressly listed in Your Itinerary as an inclusion, Your Tour Price does not include airfares; airline taxes; additional optional activities; accommodation upgrades; meals not specified in Your Itinerary; drinks; laundry; passport fees; visas; vaccinations; medical assistance; government taxes and charges (excluding GST); or any items or expenses of a personal nature. 4.5 Unless stated as an inclusion in Your itinerary, overnight accommodation required to meet Your Tour and/or any flight connections are not included in the Tour Price and will be at Your expense. 4.6 We reserve the right not to honour any published prices that We determine were erroneous due to printing, electronic, or clerical error. If You make a Booking based on erroneous pricing, We will offer You the option of cancelling the Booking and receiving a refund of any amount paid by You or confirming the Booking by paying the difference between the erroneous price and the correct price, as determined by Us. 4.7 The following Fees are payable in addition to the Tour Price: (a) If You book 21 days or less before the Tour Departure Date, You must pay a late booking fee of $50.00 per Booking. (b) If You change Your Booking, other than by varying the Tour Departure Date, You must pay a change fee of $50.00 per Booking. This fee is on account of administrative expenses incurred by Us in changing Your Tour and is a genuine and reasonable estimate of Our expenses. 4.8 If You cancel Your Tour for any reason prior to Your Tour Departure Date (including by changing Your Tour Departure Date or the name of a Guest), You will be liable for the following cancellation fees: Days of notice prior to Tour commencement 65 days and over 64 to 14 days 13 to 8 days 7 days or less
Cancellation charge (per person) Loss of deposit 50% of Tour Price 75% of Tour Price 100% of Tour Price
You may also be liable to pay cancellation fees to airlines and other third parties. 4.9 We may vary Your Tour Price at any time before You have paid the Tour Price in full to the extent necessary to meet any increase in the Tour costs for reasons outside Our control, including airfares, fuel, government taxes and charges, exchange rate fluctuations or other Tour related costs or tariffs. We will not vary the Tour Price after We have received the total Tour Price from You, regardless of any increases in the costs incurred by Us. We will notify You of any such variation using the Guest Contact Details. 4.10 You are responsible for and must pay for all costs and expenses incurred by You as a result of any change made by You to Your Itinerary after Your Tour Departure Date. This includes changes due to illness or other personal reasons. 5. Cancellation, delays and changes to Your Itinerary 5.1 Your Booking is conditional on Us receiving a minimum number of tour or Cruise passenger bookings to operate the Tour and ensure an enjoyable group atmosphere. Where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, We may cancel or delay a scheduled Tour or Tour Departure Date. 5.2 We will endeavour to make any decision to cancel or delay a Tour or Cruise, and to notify You of that decision, at least 60 days prior to the scheduled Tour Departure Date. 5.3 If We cancel a Tour, for whatever reason, before departure: (a) We will use reasonable endeavours to offer You the closest available tour or cruise departure. If the proposed alternative tour or cruise is: (i) cheaper than Your original Tour Price, We will refund the difference to
You; or (ii) more expensive than Your original Tour Price, You must pay the difference to Us; (b) if You accept the proposed alternative tour or cruise, Your Itinerary will be amended accordingly and We will give You an updated Itinerary; (c) if You do not accept the proposed alternative tour or cruise within 7 days of being notified by Us of the alternative, We will: cancel Your Booking, refund to You all monies paid directly to Us and will have no further liability to You; and (d) We are not liable for any third party costs You may incur, which We have not booked on Your behalf, for example airfares or other arrangements booked independently through or paid to a travel agent. 5.4 If We delay the departure of a Tour, for whatever reason, for more than 7 days, You may terminate this Contract and We will provide You with, at Your option, either: (a) a full refund of all amounts paid to Us; or (b) a credit towards future tours with Us which will be valid for 24 months from the date You notify Us of the termination of this Contract. 5.5 We will use reasonable endeavours to provide the Tour You have booked in accordance with Your Itinerary. However, due to the nature of travel, it may not always be possible for Us to adhere strictly to Your Itinerary and We may need to make alterations to the Tour or Your Itinerary, before or after the commencement of the Tour. Where, due to circumstances outside of Our control, We are unable to provide the Tour in accordance with Your Itinerary, We will use reasonable endeavours to: (a) give You reasonable notice of any alterations, but there may be circumstances beyond Our control in which alterations will be required with little, or no, advance notice; and (b) provide or arrange appropriate alternative activities, transport and accommodation as required. 5.6 The circumstances in which We may alter Your Itinerary or the Tour include: (a) high or low water levels in any river or canal; (b) lock closures, unscheduled vessel maintenance or other operational reasons; (c) road, river or weather conditions; (d) national or local holidays affecting the closure of public buildings or attractions; (e) Force Majeure Events; (f) emergency events, accidents, injuries or other incidents involving You or other passengers; and (g) any other event beyond Our control. 5.7 Alterations to Your Itinerary or the Tour may include: (a) substitution of vessels for part or the whole of a Tour; (b) cabin changes on a vessel; (c) additional embarkations and disembarkations; (d) substitution of alternate transportation, including the use of motor coaches; (e) substitution of hotel accommodation for accommodation on a vessel; (f) alterations to arrival and departure times; (g) alterations to sightseeing activities; and (h) reductions or increases in the time spent at a location. 5.8 If We substitute any vessel, motor coach or accommodation under this clause 5, We will use reasonable endeavours to provide You with a substitution of equivalent specification or quality, but some services and facilities may not be available for all substitute arrangements. 5.9 Any changes to Your Itinerary will be notified to You: (a) if prior to Your Tour Departure Date, by phone, email or post using the Guest Contact Details; or (b) if during Your Tour, personally by Your Cruise Director or Tour Director. 5.10 To the maximum extent permitted by law, You agree that We are not liable to You for, and You release Us from, any cost, claim, loss, damage or expense whatsoever arising either directly or indirectly in connection with any alteration to Your Itinerary or substitution carried out in accordance with this clause 5, including without limitation any: (a) claim for distress, disappointment or loss of enjoyment arising from the alteration; (b) additional personal expenses incurred by You, including for food, beverages and personal items; or (c) costs associated with any other travel arrangements affected by the changes, including any costs and expenses incurred by You for cancelling or changing those other arrangements or arising from a failure to meet a connection. 6. Your Tour obligations 6.1 For the comfort and safety of You and Your fellow passengers and other people, You must follow the Tour Director’s and Cruise Director’s instructions at all times. 6.2 If We, the Tour Director or Our staff or any Service Provider consider You are negatively affecting Your own health, safety or enjoyment, or that of other passengers, including by refusing to comply with instructions of the Tour Director, We may terminate the Contract and withdraw You from the Tour with immediate effect. If it is reasonably practicable to do so, the Tour Director will provide a warning to You and allow You an opportunity to rectify Your behaviour before We withdraw You from the Tour. 6.3 If You are withdrawn from the Tour under clause 6.2, You must make Your own travel and other arrangements at Your own expense and We are not liable to You for any loss, cost or damage You may suffer or incur. 6.4 If You are unhappy with something that does or does not happen on Your Tour, You must first use all reasonable endeavours to negotiate with Us in good faith to settle the dispute before commencing proceedings in any court or tribunal. In the first instance You should raise Your concern with the Tour Director or the Cruise Director as soon as reasonably practicable as it may be possible for them to take steps to resolve Your concern with minimal delay. 7. Notification of General Risks 7.1 You acknowledge and agree that there are general risks associated with travelling, which are beyond Our control and We are not liable to You for any loss, cost or damage You may incur as a result of these general risks. Such general risks include: (a) Tour variations or interruptions caused by road, river or weather conditions; national or local holidays affecting the closure of public buildings and attractions; Force Majeure Events; high water levels; low
water levels; flooding; lock closures; unscheduled vessel or vehicle maintenance; (b) changes to the Tour and Your Itinerary in the circumstances described in clause 5.5; (c) forces of nature; illness; flight schedule changes or cancellations; loss of luggage; epidemics or pandemics; political unrest; accidents; acts of terrorism or other criminal acts; changes to government visa or travel requirements; or (d) other circumstances beyond Our control. 7.2 You acknowledge and agree that where the Tour, any part of the Tour, accommodation, flights or any other good or service are not directly provided by Us, but is provided by a Service Provider, in the event of any dispute or claim including for loss, damage, breach of contract or negligence arising from the conduct of the Service Provider, You must pursue Your claim directly against the relevant Service Provider. 7.3 You must make Your own enquiries regarding Your Tour, including being aware of any relevant government travel safety warnings. 8. Liability 8.1 Nothing in these Conditions or the Contract operates to exclude, restrict or modify the application of any provision of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), including the Australian Consumer Law, or any equivalent State or Territory legislation, the exercise of a right conferred by such a provision, or any of Our liability for breach of a guarantee, condition or warranty implied by such a provision, where it is unlawful to do so. All exclusions and limitations of Our liability under the Contract must be read subject to this clause. 8.2 You acknowledge and agree that We accept no responsibility and will not be liable to You (or any third party) for any loss, cost or damage (including loss of enjoyment) suffered directly or indirectly in connection with: (a) any Tour risks or other aspects of the Tour disclosed to You in the Contract; (b) any change to Your Itinerary or delays in departure or arrival times of aircraft or otherwise during the conduct of the Tour; (c) any loss or damage to Your baggage or belongings; (d) any personal injury or death resulting from the acts or omissions or negligence of any third parties providing goods or services to You during the Tour, including air carriers, hotels, shore excursion operators, restaurateurs, transportation providers and medical personnel; or (e) any disappointment or loss of enjoyment due to circumstances outlined in the Contract or otherwise beyond Our control. 8.3 Subject to clause 8.1, but despite any other provision of the Contract, and to the extent permitted by law, Our maximum liability to You or any third party (including any claims of negligence by Us) is limited to the Tour Price You have paid to Us. 8.4 To the maximum extent permitted by law, You acknowledge and agree We are not liable to You, under any circumstances, for any loss of enjoyment, opportunity, profit, savings, revenue or interest or any other consequential or indirect, incidental, special or punitive loss, damage or expenses. 8.5 You acknowledge and agree that We are not liable for any delay or failure by Us or a Service Provider to perform Our obligations under the Contract, resulting from or as a consequence of a Force Majeure Event. 8.6 If a delay or failure occurs or is anticipated due to Force Majeure Event, Our obligations are suspended for the duration of the Force Majeure Event. 8.7 We may immediately terminate the Contract, if the Force Majeure Event delays performance of the Tour for a period of 7 days or more, calculated from the date We notify You of the Force Majeure Event. 8.8 To the extent permitted by law, all express or implied warranties, guarantees, representations, or terms are expressly excluded. Where the law implies any guarantee, condition or warranty which cannot be excluded, Our liability to You for breach of such an implied guarantee, condition or warranty is limited, to one or more of the following: (a) in the case of goods: the repair of goods, replacement of goods, the supply of equivalent goods or the cost of repair, replacement or supply of equivalent goods; or (b) in the case of services: supplying the services again or payment of the cost of supplying the services again. 8.9 We strongly recommend that You take out comprehensive travel insurance with a reputable insurance company to cover You against risks associated with Your Tour including cover for loss of luggage, medical expenses, costs and expenses incurred due to cancellations, delays or other disruptions. 9. Privacy and Data Protection 9.1 In order for Us to process Your Booking and provide the Tour to You, You will need to provide to Us, and We will need to use Personal Information. We will need to provide Your Personal Information to Service Providers, as well as customs and immigration authorities. We may also provide Your personal Information to security and credit checking organisations. Some of the persons to whom We provide Your Personal Information are located overseas, including in countries that may not provide the same level of protection of Personal Information as Australia. By making a Booking You give Us Your consent to use and disclose Your Personal Information in the manner described in this clause 9.1. 9.2 We may also use Your name and the Guest Contact Details for marketing purposes, unless You tell Us that You do not want Us to do so. You may do this by contacting the Customer Service Contact Address. 9.3 We will otherwise deal with Your Personal Information in accordance with Our Privacy Policy, which can be found on Our Website or provided on request. 10. General Provisions 10.1 We may only waive a right or remedy created under these Conditions in writing. Our delay in exercising a right or remedy does not constitute a waiver of that right or remedy, nor does any waiver by Us (either wholly or in part) operate as a subsequent waiver of the same or any other right. 10.2 The Contract is governed by the laws in force in New South Wales. 10.3 The parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales and any courts competent to hear appeals from those courts. 10.4 Any term which is, by its nature, intended to survive termination of the Contract survives termination. 10.5 In these Conditions, unless the context otherwise indicates a contrary intention:
(a) headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation; (b) singular includes the plural and vice versa; (c) a reference to a party includes its successors, permitted assigns, administrators and substitutes; (d) where a word or phrase is defined, its other grammatical forms have the corresponding meaning; (e) the word ‘include’ in any form is not a word of limitation; (f) no rules of construction apply to Our disadvantage on the basis that these Conditions or the Contract were prepared by Us; (g) a reference to a natural person includes their personal representatives; and (h) a reference to a body (including institute, association or authority) which ceases to exist or whose powers or functions are transferred to another body is a reference to the body which replaces it or which substantially succeeds to its powers or functions. 10.6 The Tour Brochure and these Conditions are valid for Tour Departure Dates during the Validity Period unless otherwise indicated in Your Itinerary, and supersedes all previous brochures. 11. Important notices about Your Tour 11.1 Tour Participation (a) Special needs: We welcome You if You have a disability or other special need, provided You are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all the assistance You require. Please note that although We will use reasonable endeavours to provide You with all the activities on Your Itinerary, depending on Your disability, You may not be able to participate in every activity and the Tour Director or Cruise Director will have the right to refuse Your participation if the Tour Director or Cruise Director believes Your health and safety or the health and safety of other passengers may be impacted by Your participation. You must advise Us (or Your travel agent) of any disability, medical condition or dietary requirement at the time of Booking. (b) Facilities: It is important to note that: (i) requests for disabled rooms must be made at the time of Booking and are subject to availability; (ii) for safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on boarding ramps (which may be steep due to water levels) whilst the vessel is tied up or at anchor, or on to motor coaches; and (iii) wheelchairs and walkers can be carried in the luggage compartment of motorcoaches subject to space limitations. (c) Our discretion: We may, in Our absolute discretion, decline Your Booking if We are of the view that: (i) We cannot adequately provide for any or all of Your special needs; (ii) Your health, safety or enjoyment, or that of any other passengers attending the Tour may be at risk; or (iii) You cannot or will not abide by any reasonable directions of the Tour Director. 11.2 Coaches (a) Seat rotation: To ensure all passengers have the opportunity to enjoy front and window seats, a daily seat rotation system is employed on all of Our coaches and You must follow the seat rotation system. (b) Travel sickness: If You suffer from travel sickness, You should arrange medication or other alternatives to treat symptoms, as We cannot make allowances for this. 12. Additional Important Information 12.1 Air Travel and baggage (a) Airfare Conditions (i) Discounted airfares are subject to availability and conditions apply. (ii) Our reservations consultant will book the most appropriate fare for Your Tour. (iii) Some discounted airfares have conditions which make them unsuitable to be used in conjunction with Our tours. Full details and conditions may be obtained from Your travel agent. If You have any questions or concerns please contact Our reservations consultant. (iv) Airfares booked as part of Your Tour will be through the most appropriate route although may not be a direct flight; some included flights are unescorted. If You request a customised route or direct flight You will be responsible for all additional costs. (v) Dependant on departure date and time of booking the required booking class for airfare offer may be too far in advance to book with the appropriate airline. If the required booking class is unavailable air surcharges may apply. The flight quote including air taxes and surcharges will be confirmed once all air sectors are booked and confirmed. (vi) Taxes are defined as all airline and government taxes and surcharges. Taxes are subject to change and will be advised at the time of flight reservation. (vii) Please contact Your travel agent for applicable rules and regulations relating to Your air travel. (viii) All early bird airfare deals are subject to availability and scheduled for travel to meet the Tour Departure Dates set out in the Tour Brochure. Any requests outside of the tour dates may incur seasonal surcharges as enforced by the airline. (b) Airport Transfers (i) Airport transfers are only available on the first and last day of Your Tour and at times We designate. Transfers outside these times will be at Your expense and must be secured by Your own arrangements. (ii) Passengers who have purchased Our pre and post Tour hotel accommodation and airfares will be provided airport transfers to/from their hotel in the Tour start or end city only, on the day of the pre or post accommodation booking. (iii) If You do not book Your flights with Us, You must ensure Your flight details are provided to Us at least 60 days before the Tour Departure Date by: (A) entering Your flight details at the tour personaliser on the Website; or (B) contacting Us at the Customer Service Contact Address. (iv) No refund will be given for unused transfers. Transfers cannot be routed to other pick-up points or destinations. (v) If You miss the pre-booked transfer You will be responsible for making Your own way to the Tour departure point, at Your own expense. (vi) Airport transfers may be group transfers scheduled to coincide with multiple flight arrival and departure times. (c) Carriers: The carriers (including airlines, rail and sea carriers used in association with the tours) are not responsible for statements or features in Tour Brochures. The conditions of sale of each carrier constitute
a separate contract between You and the carrier and We have no responsibility in relation to contracts between You and the carriers. (d) Luggage (i) Tour participants are entitled to one suitcase per person. Your suitcase must not exceed 76 x 53 x 28cms (30’’ x 21’’x 11’’) and must not weigh more than 20kg (42lbs). (ii) Airline passengers should consult with their airline as size and weight restrictions may vary from airline to airline and also according to the class booked. (iii) It is Your responsibility to ensure Your luggage complies with these requirements and You acknowledge that We, contracted carriers or Service Providers may elect not to carry overweight items. (iv) You will be responsible for any excess baggage charges. 12.2 Sightseeing, Excursions and Special Activities on Tour (a) Sightseeing: Sightseeing in many historic towns and cities can only be undertaken by walking tours as motorcoach access is not possible. Consequently, a reasonable level of fitness is required as the sightseeing tour may involve steps and extensive walking over uneven surfaces. (b) Additional Optional Tours: Additional activities undertaken by You such as sightseeing tours purchased by You in addition to those activities outlined in the Tour Brochure during Your Tour are not included in Your Tour Price and incur an additional cost. Additional activities are subject to availability, seasonal and operational factors and must be prebooked prior to Your departure. Some activities require a minimum and maximum number of participants to operate. 12.3 Passenger Requirements (a) Special Diets: You must advise Us in writing of any and all special requests and dietary requirements at the time of Booking. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate Your dietary requests but cannot guarantee that such requests can be met. (b) Solo Passengers and Single Accommodation (i) Prices quoted in Tour Brochures are on a twin share basis. If Your Booking is not a twin share booking We will notify You of the applicable single supplement rate, and You must pay the single supplement rate for the Tour, at the time of Booking. (ii) If You are willing to share a room with another single traveller of the same gender, We will waiver the Single Supplement Rate. If We are unable to find a single traveller of the same gender for You to share a room with, We will also waiver the Single Supplement Rate. We accept no responsibility for the suitability of the allocated rooming partner. (iii) If at any time during the Tour, You consider Your rooming partner unsuitable, You must notify Us and We will use reasonable endeavours to arrange single accommodation for You for the remainder of the Tour, subject to availability, and at Your own cost. (iv) A limited number of single rooms and/or cabins are available at a Single Supplement Rate for each Tour. In some locations, single rooms are smaller than twin rooms and may not be available. You acknowledge that if there is no availability of single accommodation for the remainder of the Tour, You will be required to continue to share with Your nominated rooming partner for the remainder of the Tour. (c) Young Passengers: (i) Passengers under the age of 18 years (as at the Tour Departure Date) must be accompanied by an adult and share their accommodation with an adult. (ii) Children under the age of 8 years are not encouraged (with the exception of Christmas tours and Cruises) and are accepted or rejected at Our sole discretion. 12.4 Maps, Pictures and Images (a) Maps: Maps or tour depictions contained in Tour Brochures or any other brochures We issue are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon as the actual route to be taken during the Tour. (b) Images: All images in Tour Brochures represent typical scenes and descriptive detail for each tour, however it is possible that the particular subject matter may not be seen or experienced on Your Tour. Also, some pictures may have been digitally enhanced. 12.5 Hotel Accommodation (a) Substitution: We may substitute hotel accommodation of a similar standard in the place of the advertised hotel due to hotel availability issues. Any changes will be notified once confirmed with the hotel. (b) Responsibility: Although We have taken reasonable steps to secure the most suitable hotel accommodation in the area of the Tour, We are not liable to You for the quality, size or fitness of hotel rooms. 12.6 Deposit Protection Plan Our Deposit Protection Plan is available at a cost of $75 per person per Tour. The cost is non-refundable and must be paid at the time of Booking Your Tour. The Deposit Protection Plan does not, nor is it intended to, replace travel insurance. Details and terms and conditions of the Deposit Protection Plan are available on Our Website. 13. Contact Details 13.1 To make, change or cancel a Booking or to make any enquiries regarding a Booking or to otherwise give Us any notice in accordance with the Contract, You should contact Our customer service centre as follows: Email:
[email protected] Telephone: 1300 383 747 Postal: PO Box 807, Newcastle, NSW 2300 Australia This is the Customer Service Contact Address. 13.2 Our customer service centre is open from 7.30am to 6.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.00am to 1.00pm Saturday (excluding public holidays in New South Wales) (Sydney time). Although We hope You won’t need it, Our after-hours emergency number when calling in Australia is freecall 1800 620 105. 13.3 If You need to contact Us during Your Tour, We recommend that if it is practicable to do so, in the first instance You should try to contact the Tour Director or Cruise Director. Depending on the purpose of Your contact, they may be able to assist You, but otherwise they may direct You to contact Our customer service centre. 13.4 We will use the Guest Contact Details if We need to contact You before the Tour Departure Date, including for example, if there is a change to Your Itinerary. It is therefore very important that You keep the Guest Contact Details up to date and notify Us immediately of any changes. To update Your Guest Contact Details, please contact Us at the Customer Service Contact Address.
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ANTARCTICA, PATAGONIA, GALÁPAGOS & AMAZON CRUISING
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VIETNAM & CAMBODIA
AFRICA
NEW ZEALAND
2016
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CLASSIC SAFARIS • NATURAL TREASURES
RIVER CRUISING
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AOTEAROA – LAND OF THE LONG WHITE CLOUD
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QUALITY Carefully planned in-depth and insightful itineraries which enable us to deliver an experience of exceptional standards
VALUE
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Centrally located hotels, delicious dining and unique attractions at unbeatable prices
KIMBERLEY & TOP END
TASMANIA UNSPOILT WILDERNESS • CLASSIC HERITAGE
SERVICE 2016
Personalised service from our experienced Tour Directors, Drivers and Local Guides
2015/16
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RESERVATIONS & ENQUIRIES Direct Dial Australia Wide. Local call cost
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