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Experience the best of New Zealand on two fun filled tour options designed for those who travel solo, but want the convenience, company and value of travelling in a group.

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New ZealandSolo Travellers Coach Tours

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www.singletravellerstours.com Valid for Departures September 2015 - May 2016

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Grand Pacific Tours is pleased to provide solo travellers with a selection

of New Zealand Coach Holidays. Family owned and operated, we pride

ourselves on the highly professional and personalised service we offer to

thousands of travellers every year.

Taking a coach holiday is the best way to make your holiday an unforgettable

experience. From the time you arrive in New Zealand a friendly smile awaits.

Our professional crew will provide a high standard of service and have been

specially trained to perform Grand Pacific Tour’s itineraries, meaning you can

relax in the knowledge that everything is taken care of.

As the New Zealand Coach Holiday specialist we offer tours specifically

designed for Solo Travellers. Travel with like-minded individuals and make a

network of lifelong friends.

Our policy is to provide each traveller with the best New Zealand coach holiday

experience available. It is important for you to enjoy the wonderful sightseeing

and attractions and return from your holiday with memories to last a lifetime.

The best testimony to this is the terrific feedback we receive from our past

travellers who in turn tell their friends how well Grand Pacific Tours looked

after them.

Grand Pacific Tours is known as the New Zealand Coach Holiday specialist

as we offer ‘something for everyone’! Join us on a holiday experience to this

magical place - New Zealand. You won’t be disappointed.

Peter HardingManaging Director

Kia Ora welcome to New Zealand

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Aoraki / Mt Cook New Zealand’s highest peak; experience Maori Culture at Te Puia; Church of the Good Shepherd; sit back, relax and enjoy stunning landscapes.

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>> NO HIDDEN EXTRAS

PRE PAID ATTRACTIONS• Haggis Ceremony & Gift• Larnach Castle*• Glenfalloch Restaurant• Milford Sound Cruise & Lunch • Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw• Lakes District Museum• TranzAlpine Rail Journey• Cruise on the Interislander Ferry• Introduction to Te Papa, NZ’s National Museum*• Skyline Rotorua Gondola & Luge Ride• Agrodome• Paradise Valley Springs*• Thermal mud pools & geysers*• Traditional Maori Hangi & Concert• Dolphin / Hole in the Rock Cruise• Kauri Museum*• City sights tour of Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington & Auckland *Guided tour is included with 1 guide per 24 travellers.

>> ITINERARY(B) Breakfast. (L) Lunch. (D) Dinner. (SD) Specialty Dinner.

DAY 1: Arrive Christchurch (SD)On arrival into Christchurch you will be met by a Grand Pacific Tours representative who will transfer you to your hotel. This evening meet your travelling companions for a pre dinner drink followed by a welcome dinner.Hotel Heartland Hotel Cotswold

DAY 2: Christchurch - Omarama (B,D)After an introductory city sights tour depart Christchurch and travel through the southern Canterbury Plains to Lake Tekapo. See the brilliant turquoise water, visit The Church of the Good Shepherd and view the Sheep Dog Statue. Marvel at the spectacular mountain ranges including Mt Cook, New Zealand’s highest peak. The opportunity is available (time and weather permitting) to enjoy a scenic flight (optional) over the Southern Alps before travelling to Omarama.Hotel Heritage Gateway Hotel

DAY 3: Omarama - Dunedin (B,SD)Depart Omarama and see Lake Benmore, before following the Waitaki River to Oamaru, famous for its limestone. Continue south to Dunedin and enjoy a city sights tour followed by some free time. Tonight a Scottish evening will be presented comprising of bagpipes, great food, special Haggis Ceremony and gift.Hotel Mercure Leisure Lodge

DAY 4: Dunedin - Te Anau (B,D)This morning travel out along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle where you hear of the tragic and scandalous history on a guided tour. Next visit Glenfalloch Restaurant for a delightful morning tea. Farewell Dunedin and travel through Balclutha and Gore to Te Anau, gateway to Fiordland and your overnight stay. Tonight you may like to visit the Te Anau Glow Worm Caves (optional).Hotel Distinction Luxmore Hotel (Superior Room)

DAY 5: Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown (B,L)Depart Te Anau for a fascinating drive to Milford Sound where you board your launch for a cruise on this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and towering Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic lunch. This afternoon travel to Queenstown, overlooking magical Lake Wakatipu. Spend the next two nights at this year round resort which offers a wide range of activities and attractions. This evening is free and you may choose to dine at one of the many fine restaurants.Hotel Mercure Queenstown Resort (2 nights)

DAY 6: Queenstown (Free Day) (B,SD)Today is a free day for you to explore Queenstown at leisure. Your Coach Captain and Tour Guide are available to assist with the many sightseeing options available, including the thrill of a jet boat ride, a heritage tour to Skippers Canyon or get up close to a Kiwi bird. This evening board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station. Sit back, relax

16 Day Solo Travellers highlights TourFully escorted and designed for the solo traveller

TOURING• Return airfares from your homeport• Luxury coach travel with 2 door access, restroom, reclining seats and panoramic windows• Professional Coach Captain • Tour Guide• Personalised Meet & Greet on arrival• Return airport transfers in New Zealand• 15 nights quality hotel accommodation• 4 two night stays• Hotel porterage• 4 cruises• All sightseeing and pre paid attractions• GST (New Zealand Goods and Services Tax)• Comprehensive documentation pack

MEALS• 15 cooked breakfasts including a specialty breakfast: Stratosfare Restaurant, Rotorua • 12 sumptuous dinners including 5 specialty dinners: Welcome Dinner, Christchurch; Haggis Ceremony, Dunedin; Walter Peak Homestead, Queenstown; Maori Hangi & Concert, Rotorua; Farewell Dinner, Auckland• 1 picnic lunch• 1 delicious morning teaNote: Dinner on Day 1 not included for anyone arriving later than 8pm.

GUARANTEED Departures 2015 2016Oct 25, Nov 6 Mar 11

ALL INCLUSIVE Tour PriceGUARANTEED Single Room Fully Escorted tour includes airfares, taxes accommodation, most meals, sightseeing & attractions.

Home Tour Pre TotalPort including Paid Per Person Airfare Taxes** Single RoomSydney $5729 + $145 = $5874Melbourne $5729 + $145 = $5874Brisbane $5729 + $145 = $5874Gold Coast $5729 + $145 = $5874Canberra $5959 + $210 = $6169Cairns $6009 + $175 = $6184Adelaide $6029 + $150 = $6179Hobart $6029 + $140 = $6169Launceston $6029 + $140 = $6169Perth $6279 + $135 = $6414

Land Only $5329

Share a room and SAVE $1130Twin share with another single traveller of the same gender and save $1130 per person off the above tour price.

Stay a little longerCity Twin Share SingleChristchurch $95 $190Auckland $95 $190Extra night rates are per person in Australian Dollars, based on room only.

Prices are in Australian Dollars. **Prepaid taxes are subject to change. Exact amounts will be confirmed by your travel agent at the time of booking.

Social NetworkMeet new friends on Facebook. Connect with your travelling

companions before the tour begins. Receive your special group invite at time of booking.

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and enjoy a gourmet barbecue dinner which the chef will prepare in front of you at the Colonel’s Homestead. After dinner enjoy a short farm tour then reboard the TSS Earnslaw for a sing along by the piano as you cruise back to Queenstown.

DAY 7: Queenstown - Arrowtown - Franz Josef (B,D)Travel to Arrowtown, an old gold mining village and visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue via the Haast Pass to the mighty West Coast, an area of stunning beauty. See the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel to Fox Glacier. Time is available to experience a scenic flight (optional, weather permitting) over the spectacular glaciers before continuing to Franz Josef.Hotel Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier (Graham Wing)

DAY 8: Franz Josef - Arthur’s Pass - Christchurch (B,D) Travel to Hokitika and visit the Greenstone Factory. Continue into Arthur’s Pass and board The TranzAlpine, renowned as one of the great train journeys of the world. View rivers and valleys as you travel through the Waimakariri Basin, over massive viaducts and through the patchwork farmlands of the Canterbury Plains to the elegant city of Christchurch. On arrival your coach will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel.Hotel Heartland Hotel Cotswold

DAY 9: Christchurch - Picton - Wellington (B,D)Travel along the East Coast to the seaside village of Kaikoura. Enjoy the spectacular scenery as you travel through Marlborough Country, famous for its food and wine. Continue to Picton, where you board the Interislander Ferry for your journey through the Marlborough Sounds and across Cook Strait to Wellington.Hotel Ibis Wellington (2 nights)

DAY 10: Wellington (B)Today explore this exciting region and enjoy an extensive city tour which explains the history and culture on show in New Zealand’s capital, Wellington. A highlight will be time to explore Te Papa, New Zealand’s National Museum, with exhibits that embrace both Maori and European views of the land, environment and people. Enjoy some free time to explore at leisure this afternoon. This evening is also free and you may choose to dine at one of the many fine restaurants.

DAY 11: Wellington - Taupo - Rotorua (B,D)Depart Wellington and view the snow capped peaks of Mt Ruapehu and Mt Tongariro as you travel to Lake Taupo. Visit the spectacular Huka Falls then travel along the Thermal Explorer Highway to the geothermal wonderland of Rotorua.Hotel Sudima Hotel Lake Rotorua (2 nights)

DAY 12: Rotorua (B,SD)Today begins with a Gondola ride and breakfast at the Skyline Rotorua. There is also time for a luge ride! Next stop is Agrodome for an action packed hour of farming entertainment and education that’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Visit Paradise Valley Springs, a superb wildlife park where you can hand feed rainbow trout. Enjoy some free time before travelling to Te Puia to see the boiling mud pools and awesome Geysers that Rotorua is famous for. This evening experience an entertaining Maori Hangi and Concert.

DAY 13: Rotorua - Auckland - Bay of Islands (B,D)This morning depart Rotorua and travel north via Auckland to the Parry Kauri Park to see a magnificent example of a Kauri Tree. Continue via Whangarei to Paihia, situated in the heart of the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy an introduction to the Bay of Islands, location of the signing of the treaty between the Maori tribes and the British. Hotel Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge (2 nights)

DAY 14: Bay of Islands (B)Today cruise through the beautiful Bay of Islands on board a luxury catamaran to Cape Brett and the famous Hole in the Rock. Keep an eye out for bottlenose and common dolphins before returning via Russell to Paihia for a free afternoon where a range of optional activities are available. This evening is also free and you may choose to dine at one of the many fine restaurants.

DAY 15: Bay of Islands - Auckland (B,SD)Depart the Bay of Islands this morning and travel via Whangarei and Dargaville to Matakohe. Enjoy a visit and informative talk at the Kauri Museum before continuing to Auckland for a city sights tour. This evening you will be treated to a farewell dinner with your new found friends.Hotel Copthorne Hotel Auckland City

DAY 16: Depart Auckland (B)Time to say goodbye. You’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.

TOP TO BOTTOM: The Wellington Cable Car option is one of Wellington’s oldest and most popular attractions; board the TranzAlpine at Arthur’s Pass for a scenic rail journey; cruise through the scenic Marlborough Sounds on the Interislander Ferry.

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Well planned and co-ordinated with an excellent Coach Captain. The 20 person small group concept worked well. The Ultimate Coach was a pleasure to ride in. Outstanding hotels and meals.

p. C. - past Traveller

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The beauty of travelling aboard the Ultimate Coach in a small group is that every aspect of your holiday is personal. Travel is at a relaxed pace, with

more time to explore at your leisure.

THE ULTIMATE COACH In a class of its own, travel on a full size coach (13.5 metres long) which would normally house 48 seats and has been reconfigured with only 20 luxury leather seats. Two brand new vehicles have been purpose built for Grand Pacific Tours boasting a cutting edge design complete with the latest finishes. Onboard the coach, the business class treatment extends to a wide range of features including:

• 20 luxury leather fully reclining seats with adjustable headrest and calf support for added comfort.• Panoramic viewing, air-conditioning and seat belts.• Wood grain timber tray table with built in cup holder.• Seat side personal storage area providing easy access to your travel bag.• Personal audio control unit with multiple music channels and a complimentary set of headphones.• Individual USB point for charging your camera, mobile phone, iPod and iPad.• Stylish centre galley area equipped with refrigerated drinking fountain and fridge units.• Complimentary daily on board Wi-Fi allowance.• Onboard restroom.

ULTIMATE TOUR ExTRAS Travel in style and enjoy a number of extras exclusive to Ultimate Small Group Tours:

• A deluxe Travel Set including Travel Bag and Ticket Wallet.• Complimentary pre dinner drink at the welcome dinner.• Cloth bag including boxed mints and complimentary bottle of water.• Access to daily newspaper and a range of glossy magazines.• An intimate farewell dinner including selected beverages.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: The Ultimate Coach offers a level of unparalleled comfort including luxury leather fully reclining seats; individual USB point for charging all devices is available onboard the coach; travelling in a small group is a personal experience; the Ultimate Coach Captain is the crème of the crop and chosen for his professionalism; panoramic windows, air-conditioning and wood grain timber tray tables are only a few of the wide range of features.

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SMALL GROUP TRAVEL 2 BRAND NEW COACHESPREMIUM ACCOMMODATION

Business class on wheels Unparalleled comfort

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>> NO HIDDEN EXTRAS

PRE PAID ATTRACTIONS• Introduction to Te Papa, NZ’s National Museum• Cruise on the Interislander Ferry• Larnach Castle*• Milford Sound Cruise• Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw• Lakes District Museum• TranzAlpine Rail Journey• City Sights tour of Wellington, Christchurch & Dunedin*Guided tour.

ULTIMATE SMALL GROUP TOURING• Return airfares from your homeport• Ultimate Small Group Tour Coach with 20 luxury leather reclining seats on a full size vehicle, 2 door access and panoramic windows

>> ITINERARY(B) Breakfast. (L) Lunch. (D) Dinner. (SD) Specialty Dinner.

DAY 1: Arrive Wellington (D)On arrival into Wellington you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Meet your travelling companions over a complimentary pre dinner drink.Hotel InterContinental Wellington (2 nights)

DAY 2: Wellington - New Year’s Eve (B,D) Enjoy an extensive city tour in New Zealand’s capital, Wellington. A highlight will be time to explore Te Papa, NZ’s National Museum. This afternoon enjoy free time before preparing to see in the New Year with your travelling companions.

DAY 3: Wellington - Picton - Blenheim (B,D)Enjoy free time this morning. This afternoon board the Interislander Ferry and enjoy the scenery as you travel through the Marlborough Sounds to Picton for the short journey to Blenheim.Hotel Scenic Hotel Marlborough

DAY 4: Blenheim - Kaikoura - Christchurch (B)Tour through Marlborough Country, famous for its food and wine then travel to the seaside village of Kaikoura. Continue onto the garden city of Christchurch for an introductory city sights tour.Hotel The George

DAY 5: Christchurch - Dunedin (B,D)Depart Christchurch and travel south through Oamaru a well preserved Victorian city, famous for its limestone. In Dunedin enjoy a city tour followed by some free time to explore at leisure.Hotel Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

DAY 6: Dunedin - Te Anau (B,D)Travel along the Otago Peninsula to Larnach Castle where you will hear of the scandalous history on a guided tour, followed by Devonshire Tea in the grand ballroom. Continue south through Balclutha

and Gore to Te Anau.Hotel Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas

DAY 7: Te Anau - Milford Sound - Queenstown (B,L)This morning enjoy a fascinating drive to Milford Sound where you board your launch for a cruise on this magnificent fiord. See the spectacular Bowen Falls and Mitre Peak as you enjoy a picnic lunch. Continue to Queenstown where this evening is free to dine at leisure.Hotel Millennium Hotel Queenstown (2 nights)

DAY 8: Queenstown (Free Day) (B,SD)Today is a free day. There are plenty of sightseeing options and your Coach Captain is available to assist. This evening board the TSS Earnslaw and cruise to Walter Peak Station. On arrival sit back and relax as you are treated to the best of NZ’s high country cuisine in the Colonel’s Homestead.

DAY 9: Queenstown - Fox Glacier (B,D)Travel to Arrowtown to visit the Lakes District Museum. Continue via the Haast Pass and see the snow capped peaks of the Southern Alps as you travel to Fox Glacier. You may like to experience a scenic flight (optional) over the spectacular glaciers.Hotel Distinction Fox Glacier

DAY 10: Fox Glacier - Christchurch (B,SD) Travel to Hokitika and visit the Greenstone Factory. Continue to Arthur’s Pass and board The TranzAlpine, one of the great train journeys of the world. Enjoy the spectacular scenery through to Christchurch. This evening you will be treated to a farewell dinner including selected beverages with your new found friends.Hotel The George

DAY 11: Depart Christchurch (B)Time to say goodbye. You will be transferred to the airport for your flight home after a memorable New Zealand holiday.

11 Day Ultimate Solo Travellers TourA New Year escape to New Zealand with like-minded travellers in a small group

• Professional Coach Captain• Personalised Meet & Greet on arrival• Return airport transfers in New Zealand• 10 nights premium hotel accommodation• 2 two night stays • Hotel porterage • 3 cruises• All sightseeing and pre paid attractions• GST (New Zealand Goods and Services Tax)• Comprehensive documentation pack

MEALS• 10 cooked breakfasts• 8 sumptuous dinners including 2 specialty dinners: Walter Peak Homestead, Queenstown; Farewell Dinner, selected beverages, Christchurch • 1 picnic lunch • 1 delicious Devonshire Tea: Larnach CastleNote: Dinner on Day 1 not included for anyone arriving later than 8pm.

GUARANTEED Departure 2015Dec 30

ALL INCLUSIVE Tour PriceGUARANTEED Single Room Tour includes airfares, taxes, accommodation, most meals, sightseeing & attractions.

Home Tour Pre TotalPort including Paid Per Person Airfare Taxes** Single RoomSydney $6519 + $145 = $6664Melbourne $6519 + $145 = $6664Brisbane $6519 + $145 = $6664Gold Coast $6519 + $145 = $6664Canberra $6719 + $210 = $6929Cairns $6769 + $175 = $6944Adelaide $6819 + $150 = $6969Hobart $6819 + $140 = $6959Launceston $6819 + $140 = $6959Perth $7069 + $135 = $7204

Land Only $6119

Stay a little longerCity SingleWellington $250Christchurch $390Extra night rates are per person in Australian Dollars, based on room only.

Prices are in Australian Dollars. **Prepaid taxes are subject to change. Exact amounts will be confirmed by your travel agent at the time of booking.

Social NetworkMeet new friends on Facebook. Connect with your travelling

companions before the tour begins. Receive your special group invite at time of booking.

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Payment and completion of the Booking Form to your Travel Agent acknowledges that you have read, understood and accepted these booking conditions. Grand Pacific Tours is a 100% Australian owned company.

For a full list of all booking conditions please refer to the Grand Pacific Tours website at www.grandpacifictours.com

1. Payment A deposit of $200 per person is required for all Luxury Coach Tours and $500 per person for Ultimate Tours at the time of booking. If the Tour Package includes flights, a further deposit to cover the airfare and taxes is also required at time of booking. The Airlines require all Trans Tasman flight bookings to have the air ticket issued within five days of confirmation of the Airline reservation. As Grand Pacific Tours offer a fully inclusive package price, the dollar difference between ‘Land Only’ price and ‘Package Price’ does not represent the airfare deposit amount due. Enquire with your Travel Agent as to the exact amount of airfare deposit and taxes required at the time of booking. The balance of payment, including any merchandise, is due 60 days prior to departure.

Airline frequent flyer Ports are only issued on certain fare classes. Please check at time of booking.

2. Prices All holiday prices are based on schedules, fares and tariffs current at the time of printing. Grand Pacific Tours reserves the right to vary the cost of tours if necessary, by reason of currency fluctuation, component cost increase or airfare cost. Tour costing will be guaranteed at the price prevailing at the date of final payment.

The Australian pre paid taxes are subject to change. Exact amounts will be confirmed to your travel agent at time of booking.

Children Children’s fares (i.e. 11 years and under) are available on application. Unfortunately children under five are not suitable on these tours. Children are not permitted on Ultimate Tours.

3. Luggage Limits Each traveller is entitled to take one suitcase, the sum of its length, width & depth not to exceed 140cm. Weight limits apply to luggage due to Occupational Health and Safety issues. The maximum allowed by most airlines and coach companies is one piece up to 20kg. Luggage over this allowance will be charged by the airline at the applicable rate. Check with your Travel Agent for more details.

4. Single Travellers Smoking and special requests are not permitted in the Single to Twin share rooms. If someone is not compatible with the person they have been matched up with, any additional costs incurred to assist with changing their room type will be at the traveller’s expense. Single to Twin share is subject to the individual's medical condition being suitable to this type of arrangement.

The option to twin share with another single traveller is not available on some tours. Please enquire with your Travel Agent at time of booking.

5. Room & Dietary Requests Special room and dietary requests will be accepted and passed on to the hotels but cannot be guaranteed.

6. Triple Share Room Bookings Hotel rooms are generally sized to accommodate two travellers in comfort. When three travellers elect to share a room note that there will be restricted space. Please note that a rollaway bed may be used for triple share bookings where three separate beds are required. Not applicable on Ultimate Tours.

7. Smoking Laws Smoking is not permitted in any licensed premises (bars, restaurants, cafes, casinos, etc) throughout New Zealand. Smoking rooms at hotels will be subject to availability and may not be available in some destinations.

8. Seat Rotation For the enjoyment of all travellers Grand Pacific Tours operates a daily seat rotation system which all travellers must participate in as a condition of booking.

9. Travel Insurance Travel Insurance is not included but is strongly recommended for all travellers. Speak to your local Travel Agent to arrange this.

10. Cancellations / Transfer of Booking In the event a traveller cancels off a tour the following fees apply prior to departure:- 60 days or more prior to departure, loss of deposit plus the cost of the airline ticket if issued.- Between 7 and 59 days prior to departure, 50% of the tour package price.- Less than 7 days prior to departure, 100% of the tour package price.

If a traveller wishes to cancel their existing booking and transfer to a new departure date, the above cancellation fees still apply.

11. Health and Fitness Payment of deposit by traveller(s) to Grand Pacific Tours acts as a warranty that the traveller(s) is/are reasonably healthy and/or fit to participate in the tour and the traveller(s) indemnifies Grand Pacific Tours from all actions, claims and demands arising out of any want of health and fitness. Grand Pacific Tours reserves the right to remove a traveller from a tour if their health and/or fitness interferes with the tour or other traveller(s) tour experience in any way. Travelling with a collapsible wheelchair is subject to availability at the time of booking as each tour only has the capacity to cater for one wheelchair traveller.

12. Responsibilities Grand Pacific Tours advises that the service it provides is for the booking and packaging of goods and services provided by other operators such as cruise ships, hotels and transportation companies. Travellers are advised to familiarise themselves with the terms and conditions on which these services are supplied. Accordingly, Grand Pacific Tours will not be responsible and will be excluded from liability for any loss, damage, omission or acts being negligent or otherwise, committed by the operators of airlines, cruise ships, coach companies, hotels or attractions used in connection with the tours.

13. Airline Indemnity Airlines carry no responsibility for any statement in this brochure relating to the ground content of the tours. These airlines act as air carriers only. Grand Pacific Tours indemnifies the airlines against any claim, action, loss or damage that may arise.

passengerTerms and Conditions

14. Optional Tours Grand Pacific Tours does not operate these excursions. As such, no person employed or associated with Grand Pacific Tours has any connection with the operators of these excursions. Accordingly, Grand Pacific Tours cannot and do not take any responsibility for any injury, action, loss or damage of any type, arising in any manner from these excursions.

15.Variation Grand Pacific Tours reserves the right to cancel or to vary the content of its tours should the need arise.

16. Dispute The law of this contract is the law of the State of Victoria and where applicable the law of the Commonwealth of Australia and New Zealand.

17. Documentation The traveller(s) is/are responsible for the acquisition of passports and appropriate visas, where necessary. We recommend that such documents, as required by governments, are finalised at least six weeks prior to the date of departure.

Grand Pacific Tours documentation including any merchandise will be forwarded to your Travel Agent two weeks prior to departure.

18. Transfers Airport transfers in New Zealand are not included if travellers have pre or post tour accommodation booked outside the tour hotels. Transfers provided surrounding pre and post tour dates must directly link to the tour and cannot be used on a broken stay.

19. Refund Please note that no refund shall be made for any unused portion of any itinerary. Any alteration to the holiday, made by a traveller(s), shall be wholly at the expense of that traveller(s).

20. Holiday Duration The first and last day of most structured holidays is considered a travelling day and therefore may not necessarily be a whole day.

21. Special Offers Only one special offer is applicable per booking. Senior Card membership numbers must be provided at time of booking for the discount to apply. Senior Card and Probus members offer are not applicable on certain tours. There will be no retrospective discounts. Please check at time of booking.

22. Client Trust Account Grand Pacific Tours run a Trust Account holding clients monies until tour payments are settled. All tours are prepaid to New Zealand hotels and attractions.

23. Force Majeure Except where otherwise expressly stated in these booking conditions we regret that we cannot accept liability or pay any compensation where the performance of our contractual obligations is prevented or affected by reason of circumstances amounting to ‘force majeure’. In these booking conditions, ‘force majeure’ means any event which we or the supplier of the service(s) in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such events may include war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial dispute, natural or nuclear disaster, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events outside our control.

24. Validity Brochure valid for travel from September 2015 - May 2016.

MERCHANDISE CONDITIONSAll prices are inclusive of GST. All purchases must be made with your Travel Agent at time of booking. Payment for all merchandise is due with final tour payment prior to departure. Merchandise will not be sold once on tour or after travellers return home. Merchandise will only be delivered with Tour Documentation two weeks prior to departure. Postage and handling is included with original order. Jackets can be exchanged, subject to an additional $10.

Grand Pacific Tours is an official National Awareness Partner of Alzheimer’s Australia. Our contribution is through fund raising donations.

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