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0 Comments Published by Jason Stratford on Wednesday, October 07, 2009 at 11:04 AM.
Qantas Aussie AirPass starting at CAD$1199* from Vancouver
Visit 4 cities for the price of one!!!
The Aussie AirPass includes both international flights to Australia and three domestic Australia flights. With the Qantas Aussie AirPass, you have the freedom to explore Australia’s many popular destinations at your own pace - experience modern and vibrant Sydney, or historical Melbourne. Whatever you decide to do, it promises to be a memorable adventure at an unbeatable price. *Restrictions apply. Please see terms and conditions for details.
How the Qantas Aussie AirPass works
It's simple - each zone pricing includes international flights from Los Angeles, San Francisco or Honolulu and three domestic Australian flights to the cities below. If all your flights are within in one zone, the fare will be the price of the zone as described below. If any of your flights go into multiple zone, the price of the highest zone you fly to will determine your fare. You can add unlimited Australian domestic cities to your itinerary for just $100 per additional city.
Zone 1 includes the following destinations: Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL), Brisbane (BNE), Adelaide (ADL), Gold Coast (OOL), Hobart (HBA), Launceston (LST) and Canberra (CBR).
Zone 2 includes the following destinations: Cairns (CNS), Townsville (TSV), Gold Coast (OOL), Newcastle (NTL) and Maroochydore (MCY)
Zone 3 includes the following destinations: Hamilton Island (HTI), Mackay (MKY), Gladstone (GLT), Rockhampton (ROK), Hervey Bay (HVB), Ballina (BNK), Coffs Harbour (CFS), Port Macquarie (PQQ), Lord Howe Island (LDH), Alice Springs (ASP) and Ayers Rock (AYQ).
Zone 4 includes the following destinations: Perth (PER), Karratha (KTA), Broome (BME), Darwin (DRW), Gove (GOV) and Hayman Island (HIS).
The Qantas Aussie AirPass must be booked by 31 December 2009.
Pricing
Prices indicated are for travel from Vancouver.
Terms and Conditions
* Taxes, fees and restrictions apply. Prices quoted are in Canadian dollars and do not include taxes and charges. A maximum stay of 45 days applies. For an additional $500 extend your trip to 3 months. The Travel Group service fee applies when booking. Information is correct as of 20 January 2009 and subject to change without notice. Fare basis: Q-PS type (996) and S-PS type (995)
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
Jason Stratford
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
Escorted tours in the South Pacific
0 Comments Published by Jason Stratford on Tuesday, October 06, 2009 at 4:12 PM.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
Jason Stratford
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
Virgin Blue Air Pass now includes New Zealand!
0 Comments Published by Jason Stratford on Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 2:55 PM.
For international visitors travelling on a budget throughout Australia and New Zealand the easiest and most flexible way to travel by air is with their NEW Virgin Blue Airpass* available through The Travel Group!
The Virgin Blue Airpass flexibility allows you to travel into Australia or New Zealand on ANY international airline and offers set airfares across four (4) unique Virgin Blue ‘Fly Zones’ with the cost of your flights based on how far you fly - so you only pay for the air miles you use!
You can 'mix and match' a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 8 flights per Airpass from any of the Virgin Blue Airpass Fly zones (choose from Quick Fly, Metro, Coastal and Cross Country) and have up to 9 passengers per Airpass!
If your plans change – so can your Airpass.
Virgin Blue Airpass is fully flexible (no online change fees*) and there are no season restrictions or minimum or maximum stays required! The Virgin Blue Airpass is only available to non-residents of Australia and New Zealand for Australian domestic flights with Virgin Blue.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
Jason Stratford
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
The Great Australian Outback Cattle Drive IS BACK!
0 Comments Published by Jason Stratford on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 at 2:38 PM.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
Jason Stratford
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
Self Drive New Zealand Movie Trail
0 Comments Published by Jason Stratford on Monday, April 27, 2009 at 12:28 PM.
Until recently, New Zealand has been one of the best kept secrets in the film world. It's quite possibly the only place on earth where, within a few hours, you can move from sub-tropical rainforests to snowy alps, to lush green farmland, sandy beaches, craggy coastlines, high country sheep and cattle stations, citrus groves or the steel and glass towers of major cities. Lord of the Rings, Narnia, Whale Rider, The Last Samurai, Vertical Limit and The Piano are just a few of the big name productions filmed in New Zealand. We invite you to journey through the spectacular landscapes, and even visit some of the movie set locations on this incredible journey of New Zealand Movies and Film.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Bush and Beach Wilderness Tour
• Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
• East Cape ‘Whale Rider’ Movie Tour
• 2 nights in capital city of Wellington – ‘Movie Central’
• Experience the Dart River Jet Boat Safari
• 24-hour 7-day Customer Assistance
ITINERARY
Day 1 - Arrive Auckland
Welcome to Auckland! We recommend an afternoon Great Sights Discover Auckland tour.
Day 2 - Auckland
Today, take a Bush and Beach Wilderness tour through the Waitakere Ranges to KareKare beach, where the award winning movie ‘The Piano’ was filmed. Discover the fascinating local history, flora and fauna of the region and take the opportunity to stroll on an unspoiled black sand beach.
Today, take a Bush and Beach Wilderness tour through the Waitakere Ranges to KareKare beach, where the award winning movie ‘The Piano’ was filmed. Discover the fascinating local history, flora and fauna of the region and take the opportunity to stroll on an unspoiled black sand beach.
Day 3 - Auckland / Matamata / Rotorua
(145 miles/234 kms) Drive south today to Matamata, home of Hobbiton. The Hobbiton movie set has been returned to its natural state. However, hobbit holes and some structures from the film set are still present. Your tour guide will escort you through the ten-acre site, recounting fascinating details of how the Hobbiton movie set was created.
Day 4 - Rotorua
A day at leisure to explore the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua, immerse yourself in the local culture or simply relax at the famous Polynesian Spa. Tonight, enjoy a Maori Hangi (feast) and Concert.
Day 5 - Rotorua / Gisborne
(178 miles/ 287 kms) Depart Rotorua and drive through the coastal heart of the Eastern Bay of Plenty, and on to Gisborne, the most easterly city in New Zealand. Experience being in the first city in the world to see the sun of each new day. This is also the town nearest to the location of Whale Rider the movie!
Day 6 - Gisborne / Napier
(134 miles/216 kms) Take a guided tour with Hone Taumaunu, cultural consultant to the ‘Whale Rider’ to Whangara, the place where the movie was filmed. Visit the home where much of the filming actually took place and listen to the story that inspired the film. Travel south to the Art Deco city of Napier in the afternoon.
Day 7 - Napier / Wellington
(212 miles/332 kms) Hawkes Bay is one of the largest grape growing regions in New Zealand. This morning, visit to a local winery before continuing onto Wellington.
Day 8 - Wellington
Spend the day exploring Greater Wellington with a focus on the film locations used during filming of Lord of the Rings movies with your friendly guide. A picnic lunch is included.
Day 9 - Wellington / Christchurch
(211 miles/340 kms) Cruise across the Cook Strait and through the Marlborough Sounds to Picton. Begin your journey south through vineyards and coastal Kaikoura before reaching Christchurch
Day 10 - Christchurch / Aoraki-Mount Cook
(206 miles/331 kms) Today you will cross the Canterbury Plains, through MacKenzie country via Lake Tekapo. Continue on to Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park. Dinner is included this evening at the Hermitage Hotel’s award winning Panorama restaurant.
Day 11 - Aoraki-Mount Cook /Queenstown
(163 miles/263 kms) We recommend a scenic flight over Mount Cook and some of New Zealand's finest alpine scenery (weather permitting). This afternoon continue on to Queenstown, traveling through some of the alpine backdrops made famous in the movie ‘Vertical Limit’.
Day 12 - Queenstown
This morning, join the world famous Dart River Safari. A jetboat ride, short guided bush walk and backroad adventure take you through Paradise and the Dart Valley, both key locations used during the filming of The Lord of the Rings. A total wilderness experience.
* Terms and conditions -
Tour prices quoted may be subject to alteration due to hotel availability and flight costs
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- Return Air New Zealand in Pacific (economy) class from Vancouver. Transportation between Vancouver and Los Angeles will be operated by Air Canada
- 11 Nights Superior Hotel Accommodations based on double occupancy
- Executive Sedan Car Hire
- Sightseeing tours as indicated in the itinerary above
- Excludes government fees and taxes
- Further restrictions may apply
OTHER OPTIONS:
Bed & Breakfast accommodation
Luxury Lodges accommodation
Luxury Car, Chauffeur Driven & Escorted coach tour options also available
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
Jason Stratford
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
Queenstown’s original adventure four wheel drive safari company!Nomad Safaris offers you the opportunity to take a scenic adventure through some of Queenstown’s most stunning locations. See why this area has been made famous from the filming of the Lord of The Rings. In our 4WD vehicles, and with an experienced nature guide to drive you, Nomad will take you to areas inaccessible by normal means. These tours offer both off-road and on-road driving. No movie sets left, just the gorgeous scenery featured in the films.
We offer two Safari of the Scenes options:
Safari of the Scenes - Wakatipu Basin – Join us in our safari-equipped 4WD vehicles for a true off-road adventure. Our experienced guides will take you on a truly breathtaking excursion through the diverse scenery on offer in the Wakatipu Basin. Travel through historic Arrowtown and put the Land Rovers through their paces as we make a number of crossings over the Arrow River.
View the stunning lake and mountain views from The Remarkables road and the Skippers Canyon Saddle. Some of the Lord of the Rings sites we will visit during this tour includes a glimpse of the Misty Mountains, the Pillars of the Kings, Gladden Fields and the Ford of Bruinen.
Safari of the Scenes - Glenorchy – Follow the road to Glenorchy along the shores of beautiful Lake Wakatipu. From Glenorchy, we head into the glacial rivers and mystical beech forests of Paradise on the edge of Mt. Aspiring National Park.
Visit many locations from the Lord of the rings including: Isengard, Amon Hen, Lothlorien and Ithilien, as well sites from other popular movies.
Safari of the Scenes - Wakatipu Basin – Join us in our safari-equipped 4WD vehicles for a true off-road adventure. Our experienced guides will take you on a truly breathtaking excursion through the diverse scenery on offer in the Wakatipu Basin. Travel through historic Arrowtown and put the Land Rovers through their paces as we make a number of crossings over the Arrow River.
View the stunning lake and mountain views from The Remarkables road and the Skippers Canyon Saddle. Some of the Lord of the Rings sites we will visit during this tour includes a glimpse of the Misty Mountains, the Pillars of the Kings, Gladden Fields and the Ford of Bruinen.
Safari of the Scenes - Glenorchy – Follow the road to Glenorchy along the shores of beautiful Lake Wakatipu. From Glenorchy, we head into the glacial rivers and mystical beech forests of Paradise on the edge of Mt. Aspiring National Park.
Visit many locations from the Lord of the rings including: Isengard, Amon Hen, Lothlorien and Ithilien, as well sites from other popular movies.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
Jason Stratford
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
Lord Of The Rings Trilogy Escorted Tour
1 Comments Published by Jason Stratford on Friday, April 24, 2009 at 2:27 PM.
Price: from $4110* per person (based on twin share)
New Zealand is "Middle Earth"! The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy has finished it's filming in New Zealand however the sets have not all been taken down. Most of the scenery and backgrounds shown in the movie are the "real thing". New Zealand is spectacular at the least with it's varied landscapes, strong Maori culture, friendly people and was the perfect setting for "Middle Earth". Re-visit scenes from the trilogy by taking an escorted tour with the only "official" Lord Of The Rings locations tour company (see itinerary below). Put yourself in the movie by visiting the locations and even sleep, drink and eat where the cast members did! Self-drive options are also available.
RED CARPET TOURS ITINERARY
DAY 1: You are met at the airport and transferred you to your hotel, the Spencer on Byron. We gather informally this evening to meet each other and prepare for our early start tomorrow.
DAY 2: Be ready to depart at 8:00 - Auckland to Rotorua via Hobbiton. Prepare to be enchanted by Hobbiton - a very special site to visit. Have us take your photo beneath the Party Tree and outside Bag End. We have lunch at Hobbiton in 'The Shire's Rest', on the farm. (Lunch included in tour cost.) In Rotorua later today, we'll show you some geothermal activity and suggest optional activities - such as a riding a Zorb and / or enjoying a relaxing hot mineral Polynesian Spa Pool. In the evening, a chance to experience traditional Maori Culture at it's very best.
Overnight - The Sudima Hotel, Rotorua.
DAY 3 : From Rotorua to Ohakune, via bubbling mud pools and the beautiful Huka Waterfalls at Lake Taupo. We stop for 'Second Breakfast - Morning Tea' on our way to Mt. Ruapehu and the sites of Mordor, Emyn Muil and Mt Doom. See the spot where Sam and Frodo were lost amid volcanic lava flows and where they first met Gollum. Visit Gollum's fishing pool, where Andy Serkis was careful not to plunge over the waterfall!
Overnight - The Powderhorn Chateau - where the Stars stayed. (You can request a Star's room.)
DAY 4 : Ohakune to Wellington. via a 'River Anduin' site, where there's an optional extra Flying Fox activity for the mad and daring - great viewing for the rest of us! We stop for lunch in Foxton and continue on to visit the Black Rider's Ranch. Meet him in person and enjoy his hospitality. He trained the horses , taught the actors to ride and had several key roles in the trilogy. Then, it's on to Wellington City - just in time to see the "Get off the road!" site on Mt Victoria, overlooking the city. Tonight we suggest dining at "The Green Parrot Restaurant" - said to be a favourite of Viggo's.
DAY 5 : We are joined at breakfast by the LOTR Calligrapher, Cartographer and Artist, Daniel Reeve. After breakfast he'll show us samples of his exquisite work - some are for sale - and talk about his involvement in the movies, including his more recent works - King Kong, Narnia, Pirates of the Carribbean, etc. Next, a "Wellywood!" city tour past Peter Jackson's movie studios, and a wonderful stop at Weta Workshop's new 'Weta Cave' - for souvenirs, viewing their promo dvd, and more ! Make sure your camera batteries are fully charged!! Your afternoon is free to explore Wellington. We recommend a visit to the excellent Te Papa Museum - just across from our hotel.
DAY 6: Today we call in at the Elven Cloak factory and see how the cloaks (and other garments for movies) are made - opportunities here for purchasing and photographs. Then it's over the hills (weather permitting) to the beautiful tranquility of the Leaving Lothlorien site - and where Smeagol strangled Deagol!! On our return to Wellington we'll take time for a visit to Rivendell, the Gardens of Isengard and the site of Helms Deep and Minas Tirith. This evening we fly south, to Christchurch. (45 minutes)
DAY 7: Your South Island adventure begins and it's time to head for the site and magnificence that is Edoras. We buy a picnic lunch today, as this is a remote area. Bring shorts (or trousers that roll up to the knees) and sturdy footwear. We cross three streams on our way to the summit! Later we'll view the beautiful, mountain fed lakes - Tekapo and Pukaki and see N.Z's highest Mountain - Mt. Cook, which is over 12,000 ft high.
DAY 4 : Ohakune to Wellington. via a 'River Anduin' site, where there's an optional extra Flying Fox activity for the mad and daring - great viewing for the rest of us! We stop for lunch in Foxton and continue on to visit the Black Rider's Ranch. Meet him in person and enjoy his hospitality. He trained the horses , taught the actors to ride and had several key roles in the trilogy. Then, it's on to Wellington City - just in time to see the "Get off the road!" site on Mt Victoria, overlooking the city. Tonight we suggest dining at "The Green Parrot Restaurant" - said to be a favourite of Viggo's.
Overnight and tomorrow night, we stay at The Duxton Hotel, in Wellington.
DAY 5 : We are joined at breakfast by the LOTR Calligrapher, Cartographer and Artist, Daniel Reeve. After breakfast he'll show us samples of his exquisite work - some are for sale - and talk about his involvement in the movies, including his more recent works - King Kong, Narnia, Pirates of the Carribbean, etc. Next, a "Wellywood!" city tour past Peter Jackson's movie studios, and a wonderful stop at Weta Workshop's new 'Weta Cave' - for souvenirs, viewing their promo dvd, and more ! Make sure your camera batteries are fully charged!! Your afternoon is free to explore Wellington. We recommend a visit to the excellent Te Papa Museum - just across from our hotel.
Dinner tonight? Perhaps "Strawberry Fare" - specialising in delicious desserts - just up from the Embassy Theatre, where the ROTK Premiere was held.
DAY 6: Today we call in at the Elven Cloak factory and see how the cloaks (and other garments for movies) are made - opportunities here for purchasing and photographs. Then it's over the hills (weather permitting) to the beautiful tranquility of the Leaving Lothlorien site - and where Smeagol strangled Deagol!! On our return to Wellington we'll take time for a visit to Rivendell, the Gardens of Isengard and the site of Helms Deep and Minas Tirith. This evening we fly south, to Christchurch. (45 minutes)
Accommodation: Copthorne Central Hotel, where a special guest who starred in the movie, joins us for dinner.
DAY 7: Your South Island adventure begins and it's time to head for the site and magnificence that is Edoras. We buy a picnic lunch today, as this is a remote area. Bring shorts (or trousers that roll up to the knees) and sturdy footwear. We cross three streams on our way to the summit! Later we'll view the beautiful, mountain fed lakes - Tekapo and Pukaki and see N.Z's highest Mountain - Mt. Cook, which is over 12,000 ft high.
Overnight at Twizel's McKenzie Country Inn. (Buffet Dinner included tonight.) This is a great place to study the night sky - have you seen the Southern Cross?
DAY 8:We depart at around 9-00 a.m. for the Pelennor Fields - an area that once rang to the thunderous sound of 250 horses on the charge, as King Theoden's battle speech roused men to battle. Moving on, we check out the site of The Great Chase and then head to scenic Lake Wanaka for lunch. After lunch we make time to try your archery skills - perhaps we have a budding Legolas amongst us? If Ian Brodie, author of the LOTR Guide Book, is available we call in and say hello while we're in the locality.
DAY 9: We head out through Alexandra this morning, to where the Rohan village was burned. We walk through the canyon where the leaf brooch was dropped. (Dwarves are 'dangerous over short distances' here, or so Gimli tells us!)This afternoon - Queenstown - and the remainder of the afternoon is free.
DAY 10: We take a picnic lunch to the Mavora Lakes today and visit 4 LOTR sites:
DAY 11: Today our group returns to Queenstown, via Arrowtown - a charming old settlement, historically significant in the gold rush days of the 1860s. It's also the location where Isildur was attacked by Orcs at Gladden Fields. This afternoon and tomorrow you are free to pursue optional activities:
DEPARTURE DAY: Alas, your journey through Middle-earth with Red Carpet Tours is at an end. We hope it has been an enjoyable adventure. Thank you for travelling with us. Perhaps you will consider joining a future Re-union tour.
Tour prices quoted may be subject to alteration due to hotel availability and flight costs.
*TERMS & CONDITIONS & PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
• Coach transport
• Air New Zealand airfares in economy class from Los Angeles and Air Canada from Vancouver
• All Tour Guiding costs.
• Entry fees to privately owned movie sites.
• Your airfare from Wellington to Christchurch and from Queenstown back to Auckland.
• Hotel accommodation throughout, on a room and breakfast share twin basis (please enquire for single or triple share rates). There will be buffet dinners at least two locations.
• Excludes airfare taxes and fees. Further restrictions may apply.
DAY 8:
Overnight - Cromwell. The Golden Gate Lodge.
DAY 9: We head out through Alexandra this morning, to where the Rohan village was burned. We walk through the canyon where the leaf brooch was dropped. (Dwarves are 'dangerous over short distances' here, or so Gimli tells us!)This afternoon - Queenstown - and the remainder of the afternoon is free.
Overnight - The Novotel Gardens Hotel.
DAY 10: We take a picnic lunch to the Mavora Lakes today and visit 4 LOTR sites:
- the Orc funeral pyre,
- Fangorn Forest,
- the log which concealed Merry & Pippin before Frodo left the fellowship, and
- where Sam and Frodo paddled away on the next stage of their journey.
- Stunning scenery!
Later you may like to jet boat down the River Anduin or take a helicopter ride to P.J.'s favourite location. There is also a Glow Worm Caves tour available this evening.
Overnight at the Luxmore Hotel in Te Anau.
DAY 11: Today our group returns to Queenstown, via Arrowtown - a charming old settlement, historically significant in the gold rush days of the 1860s. It's also the location where Isildur was attacked by Orcs at Gladden Fields. This afternoon and tomorrow you are free to pursue optional activities:
- There is time today to take a helicopter flight to the Ford of Bruinen
- Or the trip up Deer Park Heights
- Perhaps a cruise on Lake Wakatipu
- Or some retail therapy - shopping in Queenstown.
Accommodation: Novotel Gardens Hotel, Queenstown, for the next 2 nights.
DAY 12: Devote today to further optional activities and last minute shopping. How about:
- A 4 wheel drive tour to Lothlorien country?
- Horse trekking?
- A jet boat ride or bungy jump?
- Maybe a trout fishing trip?
- A guided walk - or a day's hike?
- Or a hot air balloon ride?
- Para-sailing?
- Para-gliding?
Your Guide will discuss the many options available with you and assist or advise with bookings.
Tonight we ride the Skyline Gondola up for our Farewell Dinner at the Skyline Restaurant (included in tour costs).
DEPARTURE DAY: Alas, your journey through Middle-earth with Red Carpet Tours is at an end. We hope it has been an enjoyable adventure. Thank you for travelling with us. Perhaps you will consider joining a future Re-union tour.
Tour prices quoted may be subject to alteration due to hotel availability and flight costs.
*TERMS & CONDITIONS & PACKAGE INCLUSIONS:
• Coach transport
• Air New Zealand airfares in economy class from Los Angeles and Air Canada from Vancouver
• All Tour Guiding costs.
• Entry fees to privately owned movie sites.
• Your airfare from Wellington to Christchurch and from Queenstown back to Auckland.
• Hotel accommodation throughout, on a room and breakfast share twin basis (please enquire for single or triple share rates). There will be buffet dinners at least two locations.
• Excludes airfare taxes and fees. Further restrictions may apply.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
Jason Stratford
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
Icelandair now flies out of Seattle!
0 Comments Published by Jason Stratford on Monday, April 20, 2009 at 3:49 PM.
(all prices are in USD)
You may have heard of Olafur Eliasson's depiction of Icelandic waterfalls in New York City. Now come see the real thing with this complete, compact sampling of Iceland's best-known wonders.
Boston/New York/Minneapolis - Summer Discount: Book by May 15, 2009 and take $200 off of Jun - Aug tours. Total of up to $600 less over previous prices! Discount taken at booking time. Discount applies to new bookings only.
You may have heard of Olafur Eliasson's depiction of Icelandic waterfalls in New York City. Now come see the real thing with this complete, compact sampling of Iceland's best-known wonders.
Boston/New York/Minneapolis - Summer Discount: Book by May 15, 2009 and take $200 off of Jun - Aug tours. Total of up to $600 less over previous prices! Discount taken at booking time. Discount applies to new bookings only.
Seattle- Discount: Book by April 30, 2009 to receive a discount for the following travel periods.
Jul 23 - Aug 10 $430
Aug 11 - 24 $300
Aug 25 - Sep 30 $200
For those short on time but long on curiosity, this tour is offered with spring, winter and fall (Oct, Feb, Mar and Apr) versions; with the popular tour featuring a special sense of adventure; comfortable Land Rovers+ provide transportation.
Oct - Apr information: All the specially equipped Land Rovers+ are mounted on 38 or 44 inch tires, equipped with a GPS satellite navigation system, VHF Radios, NMT telephones and other necessary equipment for comfortable all-season travel in Iceland’s rugged and scenic landscape. Each Land Rover+ comfortably accommodates up to 7 passengers for road and track touring.
+Note: Only the October through April departures use Land Rovers. Motorcoaches are used from May - September.
Duration: 7 Days
2009 Spring departures: Apr 14**
2009 Summer departures: May 24**; Jun 14**, 21**,28**; Jul 5**, 12**, 19**,26**; Aug 2**, 9**, 16, 23, 30; Sep 6**, 13**, 20
** = guaranteed departures (Note: Minimum of 4 passengers required to guarantee tour for Oct and Apr tours; Minimum of 10 passengers required to guarantee May - Sep tours)
Afternoon flights from North America depart on these days and arrive in Iceland the same night. Guests can usually check into their hotel rooms right away.
Evening flights from America depart the evening before and arrive in Iceland early in the morning on the above dates. Please note that your room may not be ready for immediate check-in.
Accommodations: Hotels (rooms with private bathroom facilities)
Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 1 Packed Lunch, 3 Dinners
Winter/Spring Group Size: 4 - 35 (min. of 4 passengers to guarantee tour)
Summer Group Size: 10 - 35 (min. of 10 passengers to guarantee tour)
Price
Summer Discount: Book by Apr 30, 2009 and take $200 off of Jun - Aug tours. Total of up to $600 less over previous prices! Discount taken at booking time. Discount applies to new bookings only.
MotorCoach (Summer 2009) version - Lower prices for the summer! Now pay up to $400 less than previous prices!
Fall, Winter and Spring LandRover version (Oct - Apr):
(B= Breakfast, PL = packed lunch, D= Dinner)
Day 1: Evening departure from North America. Complimentary soft drinks and in-seat entertainment system during flight. Meals, headsets and blankets available for purchase or provide your own.
Day 2: Early morning arrival in Keflavik International Airport. Fly Bus airport transfer to hotel in Reykjavik. The rest of the day is free for your own activities. We suggest a visit to the local geothermal swimming pools, a really unique and fun Iceland experience you can enjoy year-round! (No meals included). Note: Your hotel room may not be available for immediate check-in.
Day 3: (B,D) After breakfast at your hotel, your Land Rover Jeeps will be ready to take you to the wonders of South Iceland! Depart Reykjavik with your driver/guide for a greenhouse village to a great waterfall reputed to hide a Medieval treasure. Optional visit to the well-designed Skogar folk museum where you can learn how Icelanders lived in the not so distant days before Iceland became one of the world's most technologically advanced nations. Afterwards head to charming Vik village, Iceland's lowest village. It sits on the seacoast, offering a fascinating look at basalt sea stacks and a marvelous arch carved by the ocean. Then it's on to a town named after a former convent, Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Distance Traveled: 199 miles
Day 4: (B,D) Today explore Skaftafell National Park, perched on the rim of Europe's largest glacier
(Vatnajokull- Water Glacier) You'll also visit a magnificent lagoon created by melted glaciers. Icebergs float here, making this an amazing photo stop. Several movies have been filmed in this part of Iceland.
Day 5: (B,PL, D) Journey from ice to fire when you visit Thjorsardalur Valley, the longest valley in Iceland. The "terrible lady", Hekla Volcano, looks over this amazing region. Her eruptions have sculpted this area into a Daliesque region of lava terrain, waterfalls and sand plains. Take the Fjallabak Highland track to Landmannalaugar, an areas of colorful rhyolite mountains ringing a natural warm pool. You can take a swim here (not included in tour price). Note: If the road to Landmannalaugar is closed, you will instead visit Thorsmork Valley, a picturesque region cradled within glaciers. Then it is back to civilization when you head to Fludir, a village famous for its organic greenhouse agriculture, for your overnight Distance Traveled: 168 miles
Day 6: (B) No trip to Iceland is complete without the beloved Golden Circle. Fall and winter lend a special artistic touch to the powerful Geyser hot springs and the magnificent Golden Falls. Experience the majesty of Thingvellir National Park where North America and Europe literally meet. This is also the site of the world's oldest surviving Parliament (founded 934AD). Tour ends at your hotel in Reykjavik. Distance Traveled: 124 miles
Day 7: (B) Catch some last minute shopping or sightseeing before afternoon Fly Bus transfer to Keflavík International Airport. Complimentary soft drinks and in-seat entertainment system during flight. Meals, headsets and blankets available for purchase or provide your own.
Summer Motorcoach version (May - Sep):
(B= Breakfast, PL = Packed Lunch, D= Dinner)
Departure Day:
Depart from North America on evening flight (all gateways) or afternoon flight (Boston or New York). Complimentary soft drinks and in-seat entertainment system during flight. Meals, headsets and blankets available for purchase or provide your own.
Day 1 Arrival Day: After going through customs, head to the Fly Bus waiting at the curb outside the airport. Give your Fly Bus transfer (included in documents) to driver or attendant on bus. Transfer to hotel in Reykjavik for your first night in Iceland. There should be a pack of documents concerning your journey for you at the hotel. (No meals included today)
Day 2: (B,D) Breakfast at your hotel. Depart Reykjavik with your guide for a greenhouse village to a great waterfall reputed to hide a Medieval treasure. Nearby is the Skogar Folk Museum where you can opt to visit and learn how Icelanders lived in the not so distant days before Iceland became one of the world's most technologically advanced nations (not included in price). Afterwards head to charming Vík, Iceland's lowest village. It sits on the seacoast, offering a fascinating look at basalt sea stacks and a marvelous arch carved by the ocean. Then it's on to a town named after a former convent, Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Distance Traveled: 199 miles
Day 3: (B,D) Today explore Skaftafell National Park, perched on the rim of Europe's largest glacier,
Vatnajokull (Water Glacier). The area is stunning in the summer, as it is an oasis of green plants in a sea of ice. You'll also have the opportunity to take a sail on Jokulsarlonid, ,a magnificent lagoon created by melted glaciers. Icebergs float here, making this an amazing experience. Several movies have been filmed in this part of Iceland. Overnight in Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Distance Traveled: 174 miles
Day 4: (B,PL, D) Journey from ice to fire when you visit Thjorsardalur Valley, the longest valley in Iceland. The "terrible lady", Hekla Volcano, looks over this amazing region. Her eruptions have sculpted this area into a Daliesque region of lava terrain, waterfalls and sand plains. If the weather permits you will also be able to visit Thorsmork Valley, a picturesque region cradled within glaciers. Then it is back to civilization when you head to Fludir, a village famous for its organic greenhouse agriculture, for your overnight Distance Traveled: 168 miles
Day 5: (B) No trip to Iceland is complete without the beloved Golden Circle. Feel the power of the Geyser hot springs area and the magnificent Golden Falls. You will also have the option to visit the Geysir Multimedia show at the new Geysir Centre (not included in price). Experience the majesty of Thingvellir National Park where North America and Europe literally meet. This is also the site of the world's oldest surviving Parliament (founded 934AD). Tour ends at your hotel in Reykjavik. Distance Traveled: 124 miles
Day 6: (B) Breakfast at hotel. Catch the Fly Bus to Keflavík International Airport for morning or afternoon flight to North America. Complimentary soft drinks and in-seat entertainment system during flight. Meals, headsets and blankets available for purchase or bring your own.
Accommodations
The following list is for information only and may change. A final official list will be sent with your documents. Other than pre and post nights,
hotels are selected at the discretion of the tour operator.
Arrival Day in Iceland: Icelandair Hotel Loftleidir (****)
Day 2 & 3 Icelandair Hotel Kirkjubaejarklustur (***)
Day 4 Icelandair Hotel Fludir (***)
Day 5 Icelandair Hotel Loftleidir (****)
Inclusions:
Aug 11 - 24 $300
Aug 25 - Sep 30 $200
For those short on time but long on curiosity, this tour is offered with spring, winter and fall (Oct, Feb, Mar and Apr) versions; with the popular tour featuring a special sense of adventure; comfortable Land Rovers+ provide transportation.
Oct - Apr information: All the specially equipped Land Rovers+ are mounted on 38 or 44 inch tires, equipped with a GPS satellite navigation system, VHF Radios, NMT telephones and other necessary equipment for comfortable all-season travel in Iceland’s rugged and scenic landscape. Each Land Rover+ comfortably accommodates up to 7 passengers for road and track touring.
+Note: Only the October through April departures use Land Rovers. Motorcoaches are used from May - September.
Duration: 7 Days
2009 Spring departures: Apr 14**
2009 Summer departures: May 24**; Jun 14**, 21**,28**; Jul 5**, 12**, 19**,26**; Aug 2**, 9**, 16, 23, 30; Sep 6**, 13**, 20
** = guaranteed departures (Note: Minimum of 4 passengers required to guarantee tour for Oct and Apr tours; Minimum of 10 passengers required to guarantee May - Sep tours)
Afternoon flights from North America depart on these days and arrive in Iceland the same night. Guests can usually check into their hotel rooms right away.
Evening flights from America depart the evening before and arrive in Iceland early in the morning on the above dates. Please note that your room may not be ready for immediate check-in.
Accommodations: Hotels (rooms with private bathroom facilities)
Meals: 5 Breakfasts, 1 Packed Lunch, 3 Dinners
Winter/Spring Group Size: 4 - 35 (min. of 4 passengers to guarantee tour)
Summer Group Size: 10 - 35 (min. of 10 passengers to guarantee tour)
Price
Summer Discount: Book by Apr 30, 2009 and take $200 off of Jun - Aug tours. Total of up to $600 less over previous prices! Discount taken at booking time. Discount applies to new bookings only.
MotorCoach (Summer 2009) version - Lower prices for the summer! Now pay up to $400 less than previous prices!
Fall, Winter and Spring LandRover version (Oct - Apr):
(B= Breakfast, PL = packed lunch, D= Dinner)
Day 1: Evening departure from North America. Complimentary soft drinks and in-seat entertainment system during flight. Meals, headsets and blankets available for purchase or provide your own.
Day 2: Early morning arrival in Keflavik International Airport. Fly Bus airport transfer to hotel in Reykjavik. The rest of the day is free for your own activities. We suggest a visit to the local geothermal swimming pools, a really unique and fun Iceland experience you can enjoy year-round! (No meals included). Note: Your hotel room may not be available for immediate check-in.
Day 3: (B,D) After breakfast at your hotel, your Land Rover Jeeps will be ready to take you to the wonders of South Iceland! Depart Reykjavik with your driver/guide for a greenhouse village to a great waterfall reputed to hide a Medieval treasure. Optional visit to the well-designed Skogar folk museum where you can learn how Icelanders lived in the not so distant days before Iceland became one of the world's most technologically advanced nations. Afterwards head to charming Vik village, Iceland's lowest village. It sits on the seacoast, offering a fascinating look at basalt sea stacks and a marvelous arch carved by the ocean. Then it's on to a town named after a former convent, Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Distance Traveled: 199 miles
Day 4: (B,D) Today explore Skaftafell National Park, perched on the rim of Europe's largest glacier
(Vatnajokull- Water Glacier) You'll also visit a magnificent lagoon created by melted glaciers. Icebergs float here, making this an amazing photo stop. Several movies have been filmed in this part of Iceland.
Day 5: (B,PL, D) Journey from ice to fire when you visit Thjorsardalur Valley, the longest valley in Iceland. The "terrible lady", Hekla Volcano, looks over this amazing region. Her eruptions have sculpted this area into a Daliesque region of lava terrain, waterfalls and sand plains. Take the Fjallabak Highland track to Landmannalaugar, an areas of colorful rhyolite mountains ringing a natural warm pool. You can take a swim here (not included in tour price). Note: If the road to Landmannalaugar is closed, you will instead visit Thorsmork Valley, a picturesque region cradled within glaciers. Then it is back to civilization when you head to Fludir, a village famous for its organic greenhouse agriculture, for your overnight Distance Traveled: 168 miles
Day 6: (B) No trip to Iceland is complete without the beloved Golden Circle. Fall and winter lend a special artistic touch to the powerful Geyser hot springs and the magnificent Golden Falls. Experience the majesty of Thingvellir National Park where North America and Europe literally meet. This is also the site of the world's oldest surviving Parliament (founded 934AD). Tour ends at your hotel in Reykjavik. Distance Traveled: 124 miles
Day 7: (B) Catch some last minute shopping or sightseeing before afternoon Fly Bus transfer to Keflavík International Airport. Complimentary soft drinks and in-seat entertainment system during flight. Meals, headsets and blankets available for purchase or provide your own.
Summer Motorcoach version (May - Sep):(B= Breakfast, PL = Packed Lunch, D= Dinner)
Departure Day:
Depart from North America on evening flight (all gateways) or afternoon flight (Boston or New York). Complimentary soft drinks and in-seat entertainment system during flight. Meals, headsets and blankets available for purchase or provide your own.
Day 1 Arrival Day: After going through customs, head to the Fly Bus waiting at the curb outside the airport. Give your Fly Bus transfer (included in documents) to driver or attendant on bus. Transfer to hotel in Reykjavik for your first night in Iceland. There should be a pack of documents concerning your journey for you at the hotel. (No meals included today)
Day 2: (B,D) Breakfast at your hotel. Depart Reykjavik with your guide for a greenhouse village to a great waterfall reputed to hide a Medieval treasure. Nearby is the Skogar Folk Museum where you can opt to visit and learn how Icelanders lived in the not so distant days before Iceland became one of the world's most technologically advanced nations (not included in price). Afterwards head to charming Vík, Iceland's lowest village. It sits on the seacoast, offering a fascinating look at basalt sea stacks and a marvelous arch carved by the ocean. Then it's on to a town named after a former convent, Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Distance Traveled: 199 miles
Day 3: (B,D) Today explore Skaftafell National Park, perched on the rim of Europe's largest glacier,
Vatnajokull (Water Glacier). The area is stunning in the summer, as it is an oasis of green plants in a sea of ice. You'll also have the opportunity to take a sail on Jokulsarlonid, ,a magnificent lagoon created by melted glaciers. Icebergs float here, making this an amazing experience. Several movies have been filmed in this part of Iceland. Overnight in Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Distance Traveled: 174 miles
Day 4: (B,PL, D) Journey from ice to fire when you visit Thjorsardalur Valley, the longest valley in Iceland. The "terrible lady", Hekla Volcano, looks over this amazing region. Her eruptions have sculpted this area into a Daliesque region of lava terrain, waterfalls and sand plains. If the weather permits you will also be able to visit Thorsmork Valley, a picturesque region cradled within glaciers. Then it is back to civilization when you head to Fludir, a village famous for its organic greenhouse agriculture, for your overnight Distance Traveled: 168 miles
Day 5: (B) No trip to Iceland is complete without the beloved Golden Circle. Feel the power of the Geyser hot springs area and the magnificent Golden Falls. You will also have the option to visit the Geysir Multimedia show at the new Geysir Centre (not included in price). Experience the majesty of Thingvellir National Park where North America and Europe literally meet. This is also the site of the world's oldest surviving Parliament (founded 934AD). Tour ends at your hotel in Reykjavik. Distance Traveled: 124 miles
Day 6: (B) Breakfast at hotel. Catch the Fly Bus to Keflavík International Airport for morning or afternoon flight to North America. Complimentary soft drinks and in-seat entertainment system during flight. Meals, headsets and blankets available for purchase or bring your own.
Accommodations
The following list is for information only and may change. A final official list will be sent with your documents. Other than pre and post nights,
hotels are selected at the discretion of the tour operator.
Arrival Day in Iceland: Icelandair Hotel Loftleidir (****)
Day 2 & 3 Icelandair Hotel Kirkjubaejarklustur (***)
Day 4 Icelandair Hotel Fludir (***)
Day 5 Icelandair Hotel Loftleidir (****)
Inclusions:
FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL:
Jason Stratford
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division
1-800-665-6345 or email: southpacific@travelg.com
website: The Travel Group - South Pacific Division