CRUISE
NEW ZEALAND
Burnie - Melbourne -
Sydney
Aboard
Holland
America
's 5-Star ms Statendam
Escorted ex
Perth
Departing Wednesday 14 February 2007
27 Days / 23 Nights
Escorted and departing ex
Perth
Sunday 3 December 2006
Wednesday 14 February:
Perth
to
Auckland
Home pick-up and transfer to your Qantas flight, connecting via
Melbourne
.
Thursday 15 February:
Auckland
- City Sightseeing
We arrive shortly after midnight and will be met and transferred to the delightful Stamford Plaza Auckland - for immediate check-in and a stay of 2 nights. We'll enjoy a leisurely breakfast then, this afternoon, undertake city sightseeing. (B)
Friday 16 February: ms Statendam
This morning's at leisure then, early this afternoon, we'll be transferred to the wharf and (after completing formalities) board the delightful ms Statendam. After checking into our cabins, we can relax and wait for lifeboat drill. The next 14 nights will be inclusive of all meals, onboard activities and entertainment. Your escort will co-ordinate arrangements as may be required and will assist with booking of shore excursions. (B/D)
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CRUISE ITINERARY
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Date
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Port
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Arrive
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Depart
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16 February
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Auckland
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-
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6.00pm
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17 February
|
Tauranga
|
8:00am
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Midnight
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18 February
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At Sea
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-
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-
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Scenic cruising via Mercury Islands, |
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-
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i"Hole in the Wall" passage, |
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-
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Alderman Islands, Mayor Island |
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-
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and White Island |
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-
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19 February
|
Napier
|
8:00am
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5:30pm
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20 February
|
Wellington
|
8:00am
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Midnight
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21 February
|
Anchor at Captain Cook's Ship Cove
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7:30am
|
11:30am
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Scenic Cruising Queen Charlotte Sound
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-
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-
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Picton
|
1:00pm
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6:00pm
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22 February
|
Christchurch
|
7:30am
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7:00pm
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23 February
|
Dunedin
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8:00am
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6:00pm
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24 February
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Scenic Cruising Fjorland National Park
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-
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-
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via Dusky Doubtful & Milford Sounds
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-
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25 February
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At Sea
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-
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-
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26 February
|
At Sea
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-
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-
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| 27 February |
Burnie - Tasmania
|
7.00am
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6:00pm
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| 28 February |
M
elbourne
|
8:00am
|
6.00pm
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| 1 March |
At Sea
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-
|
-
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| 2 March |
Arrive Sydney |
7:00am
|
-
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Friday 2 March:
Sydney
to
Perth
After disembarking, we will be met and provided with brief city sightseeing, then transferred to the airport for our Qantas flight back to
Perth
. On arrival, you will be transferred back to your home. (B)
OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS
All participants must travel together on the forward journey, however there is an opportunity to extend and to undertake additional arrangements. Check for costs.
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HOLIDAY
COSTS
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| Ex Perth |
Twin Room
|
Single Room
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| INSIDE |
|
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| Large Inside - M |
$4,944
|
$6,679
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| OUTSIDE |
|
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| Large Outside - G |
$5,382
|
$7,335
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| Large Outside - F |
$5,527
|
$7,552
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| Large Outside - E |
$5,601
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$7,664
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| VERANDAH SUITE |
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| Verandah Suite - BA |
$7,191
|
$12,438
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| STATEROOM SIZES |
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| Large Inside |
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16.9sqm
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| Large Outside |
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18.3sqm
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| Verandah Suite (including verandah |
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26.3sqm
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| Check for conditions and inclusions. |
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STATEROOM FACILITIES
Luxurious Euro-Top beds and premium linen
Large extra fluffy Egyptian cotton towels
Plush bath robes
Salon quality hair dryer
Television with DVD player
Complimentary fresh fruit assortment
Complimentary 24-hour in-room dining
Nightly turndown service
CHECK WITH ITS FOR DECK PLANS
OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS
All participants must travel together on the forward journey, however there is an opportunity to extend and to undertake additional arrangements. These might include a journey through
Bolivia
(
La Paz
and Lake Titicaca) and
Peru
(
Cuzco
, Macchu Pichhu and
Lima
); and/or
Easter Island
(the fascinating land of the Moai). Check with ITS for costs.
ms Statendam
Elegance: One of Holland America Line's 5-star cruising vessels, the ms Statendam is a classically designed, mid-sized ship which ensures high levels of creature comfort.
Cuisine: The ms Statendam's elegant dining room provides a delightful opportunity to experience fine dining, where the Terrace Grill offers a more relaxed (poolside) ambience. The Lido Restaurant caters for breakfasts, lunches and dinners; as well as serving ice-cream and infamous late night snacks. Afternoon tea is served each day (with accompanying music).
Service: In true Holland America Line tradition, service in all public areas is of the highest calibre.
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Your superb cruise ship has the following features:-
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Weight
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55451 gross tonnes
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Length
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236 metres
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Maximum passengers
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1258
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Guest decks
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10
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Elevators
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8
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Public rooms
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15
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Restaurants
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3
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Outdoor swimming pools
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2
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GUEST FACILITIES INCLUDE
Automatic Stabilisers
Movie Theatre
Internet Cafe
Casino
Health Spa
Duty-free Shops
Library
Beauty Salon
STATEROOM FACILITIES
Spacious and elegantly appointed staterooms
Luxurious Euro-Top beds and 250-thread-count bed linen
Flat screen TV with DVD player
A Holland America Line canvas tote bag - 1 per cabin
Complimentary daily bowl of fresh fruit (upon request)
Complimentary 24-hour in-room dining
Nightly turndown service
ENTERTAINMENT
Award-winning shows and variety performers
Recent release movies (with popcorn)
Dancing in the ocean bar
Light classics in the Explorer's Lounge (a place to come for after-dinner specialty coffee and hand-dipped chocolates - yum)
Pre-dinner or after dinner entertainment at the Piano Bar
DAY TIME ACTIVITIES
Fully equipped Fitness Centre with experienced professionals on hand to provide you with personal training on the latest exercise equipment
Yoga, pilates or spin classes
2 outdoor swimming pools
2 whirlpools
Wrap around teak deck for walking or jogging
Sports deck where you can play volleyball, shuffleboard or basketball
Luxurious "Greenhouse Spa," a tranquil oasis with stunning vistas and staff committed to pampering (with the latest skin, body and hair treatments). Indulge yourself in a heavenly massage, a steam bath or one of the many treatments on offer
Unwind in the extensive library (one of the largest at sea) and relax with the perfect book
Surf the internet or puzzle with crosswords
