17 Nights MSC Preziosa
Includes Flights, Hotels, Meals, Guided Sightseeing, Luxury Cruise
Departures 8/09/2025
Prague, Berlin, Hamburg, Southampton, Cork, Belfast, Glasgow, Liverpool, Falmouth
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DAY 1 Monday, 8 September 2025 Depart Australia
Our holiday begins with overnight flights to Prague. Meals included: In-flight
DAY 2 Tuesday, 9 September 2025 Arrive Prague, Czech Republic
This afternoon we arrive in Prague. On arrival, we will be met by our private coach and transferred to the hotel for check in. Meals included: In-flight
DAY 3 Wednesday, 10 September 2025 Prague
Today we will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Prague. We will see the Estates Theatre, where Mozart conducted the premiere of his opera Don Giovanni in 1787, then head into the Old Town Square, the medieval heart of Prague, and learn about the city’s thousand-year-old history. We will see the beautiful Astronomical Clock and the exquisite Charles Bridge, and visit the elegant Jewish Quarter and Wenceslas Square, the scene of the 1969 Czech Uprising and 1987 Velvet Revolution. We travel to the top of Hradčany, Prague’s Castle District, where we will enjoy stunning panoramic views. We walk past the famous castle guards and into Prague Castle with our guide to learn about the statues and monuments and hear exciting tales of myth and legend. We see St. George’s Basilica, the oldest building still inside the castle today, which dates back to 920AD. We also see the impressive St. Vitus Cathedral, celebrated as one of the finest Gothic buildings in the world, which was begun in the 14th century and finally completed in the 20th century. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Thursday, 11 September 2025 Berlin, Germany
Today we travel to Berlin, stopping along the way in Dresden. There are few city silhouettes more striking than Dresden’s. The classic view from the River Elbe’s northern bank takes in spires, towers and domes belonging to palaces, churches and stately buildings; indeed, it’s hard to believe that the city was all but wiped off the map by Allied bombings in 1945. On arrival into Berlin, we check into our hotel. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 5 Friday, 12 September 2025 Berlin
This morning we enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city. Berlin is a modern city, which is being revitalized after the many years of communist rule in the city’s East. We explore this exciting city of museums and modern architecture, visiting the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag and the East Side Gallery. The afternoon is free. You may like to spend it exploring Berlin’s Museum Island. With its five museums, it is the largest museum ensemble in the world and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 6 Saturday, 13 September 2025 Hamburg, Germany
This morning we travel north to Hamburg. On arrival we will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Hamburg. On the tour we will admire the architectural marvel of the Elbphilharmonie concert hall, explore the historic Speicherstadt with its warehouses and canals, and take a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Alster Lake. We check into our hotel late afternoon. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 7 Sunday, 14 September 2025 Embark
A free morning to explore Hamburg. You may like to visit the iconic sites where the Beatles performed in the early days of the band. At midday we are transferred to the port to embark the MSC Preziosa for our cruise around the British Isles.
DAY 8 Monday, 15 September 2025 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 9 Tuesday, 16 September 2025 Southampton, England
This morning we arrive in Southampton, which served as Britain’s historic ocean liner gateway for the British Empire and the intense North Atlantic passenger trade to the U.S. and Canada. There are so many options for touring today! You may like to take an excursion up to London to see iconic sights such as Buckingham Palace and Big Ben, or you can visit Windsor Castle. Other options include a tour out to Stonehenge or Winchester. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 10 Wednesday, 17 September 2025 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 11 Thursday, 18 September 2025 Cork, Ireland
This morning we arrive at the port city of Cork, the third largest city in Ireland after Dublin and Belfast. Today you may like to visit Blarney Castle, famous the world over for being the place where you can kiss the ‘Blarney Stone’. The legend states that once kissed, the stone bestows the gift of eloquence. Or stay in the city and visit The Queenstown Story Visitor Centre, which explores Ireland’s emigration phenomenon. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 12 Friday, 19 September 2025 Belfast, Northern Ireland
This morning we arrive at Belfast, the seat of Parliament (called Stormont) and capital of Northern Ireland. Take a tour along part of the beautiful coastal road to take in the stunning views on our way to the Giant’s Causeway to see the remarkable rock formations. The lunar landscape of the Giant’s Causeway is a World Heritage site where the basalt columns packed tightly together have made the Giant’s Causeway the subject of numerous legends. Or explore Belfast and visit the Titanic Museum, home to the very place where the Titanic was designed, built and launched. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 13 Saturday, 20 September 2025 Glasgow, Scotland
Today we arrive at Glasgow, a city full of style, energy and its own gritty history. From its humble beginnings, Glasgow reaped the wealth of the industrial revolution. You may like to take a sightseeing tour of the city today to see the cathedral and Victoria Fountain, the world’s largest terracotta fountain. Or perhaps enjoy a visit to nearby Edinburgh, home to Holyrood Palace, the Edinburgh residence of King Charles and the Edinburgh Castle. Take a stroll down Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile or check out the lovely Princes Street Gardens. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 14 Sunday, 21 September 2025 Liverpool, England
This morning we arrive into the port city of Liverpool, the capital city in the county of Lancashire, a city full of culture, excitement and important maritime history, and famous for its Mersey waterfront. Liverpool is also known throughout the world for being the home of The Beatles, at the time when the Mersey Beat was born. Beatles fans may like to visit iconic sights such as the Cavern Club and Beatles Museum. Or you may like to enjoy a ferry ride across the River Mersey, made famous by Jerry & the Pacemakers. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 15 Monday, 22 September 2025 Falmouth, England
Arriving in Falmouth, immerse yourself in the charm of Cornwall. Explore its rugged coastline, picturesque villages, and scenic landscapes. Don’t miss a visit to King Arthur’s legendary Tintagel Castle, perched on dramatic cliffs. Discover ancient myths, stunning views, and rich history, making your Cornwall adventure truly magical. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 16 Tuesday, 23 September 2025 At sea
A day at sea exploring the ships fantastic facilities. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 17 Wednesday, 24 September 2025 Disembark/Departure
This morning we disembark the cruise and transferred to Hamburg airport to begin our journey home after the holiday of a lifetime. Meals included: Breakfast, In-flight
DAY 18 Thursday, 25 September 2025 Australia
Tour members arrive back into Australia this evening. Tour arrangements conclude on arrival.
| Stateroom | Grade | Twin-share Fare(PP) | Single Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior Bella | IB | $6,999 | $9,499 |
| Junior Interior (Decks 8-11) | IM1 | $7,099 | $9,650 |
| Junior Interior (Decks 12-13) | IM2 | $7,150 | $9,750 |
| Deluxe Interior (Decks 5-10) | IR1 | $7,199 | $9,850 |
| Deluxe Interior (Decks 11-13) | IR2 | $7,499 | $9,899 |
| Deluxe Ocean View (Deck 8-13) | OR2 | $7,699 | $10,350 |
| Premium Ocean View (Deck 5) | OR1 | $7,799 | $10,450 |
| Balcony Bella | BB | $7,950 | $10,750 |
| Deluxe Balcony**Partial View (Deck 8-13) | BP | $7,999 | $10,799 |
| Junior Balcony (Decks 9-11) | BM1 | $8,099 | $10,950 |
| Junior Balcony (Decks 12-13) | BM2 | $8,150 | $10,999 |
| Premium Balcony (Deck 8-9) | BL1 | $8,199 | $11,099 |
| Premium Balcony (Deck 10-11) | BL2 | $8,250 | $11,299 |
| Premium Balcony (Deck 12-13) | BL3 | $8,299 | $11,399 |
| Balcony Aurea (Deck 11) | BA | $8,599 | $11,799 |
| Included port and handling charges | $560 | $940 | |
| Included air taxes as at 30/6/24 | $342 | $342 | |
TOUR OPERATOR:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd), (ABN 64 005 817 078) is the tour organiser. MSC Preziosa is operated by MSC and the Eastern Europe & British Adventure fly/cruise arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and general information detailed in the MSC brochure.
TOUR ORGANIZATION:
Cruise Offers reserves the right to change advertised entrances if necessary for the smooth operation of the tour.
TOUR COSTS:
The tour costs are based on airfare, shipping, general transport, accommodation costs and foreign exchange rates at 30 June 2024. Cruise Offers Value Holidays reserves the right to alter the costs if any of these factors change, giving any passenger that has booked the right to withdraw with full refund of monies paid or modify arrangements. No alterations to price will be made within 90 days of departure from Australia.
DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS:
All Cruise Offers Value Holidays are heavily discounted and available for a limited time only. For this reason we require a deposit of $1500 at the time of booking. This payment is non refundable. The deposit should be sent with a completed Cruise Offers booking form that lists your requested cabin category. As soon as the booking is confirmed, (usually within 24 hours), a cruise confirmation advice will be posted to the client. The confirmation advice will contain all details. The passenger must also complete the online MSC cruise personaliser at https://www.msccruises.com/int Final payments are due to be paid to Cruise Offers 90 days prior to the commencement of the MSC Preziosa fly/cruise. A 1.5% administration fee will be added all credit card payments. Any changes made to a booking after purchase may incur fees.
AIRLINES USED:
Etihad Airways, Emirates, Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways, Thai Airways, Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines plus any codeshare partners (subject to availability)
AIR TAXES:
From Brisbane/Sydney/Melbourne/Adelaide/Perth as listed in the itinerary. Please contact us for air taxes from different cities. Air taxes are valid as at 30 June 2024. If they change due to government and airline charges and currency variations, Cruise Offers Value Holidays reserves the right to charge additional amounts.
ACCOMMODATION:
Accommodation has been booked at the following hotels:
| Prague – Grand Majestic Plaza (4 stars) |
| Berlin – ARCOTEL John F Berlin (4 stars) |
| Hamburg – Holiday Inn Hamburg Berliner Tor (4 stars) |
EXTENDING:
You can stay longer in Europe if you wish to extend your holiday. Please contact Cruise Offers on 1800 630 343 for more information.
CANCELLATION CONDITIONS: Number of days before sailing.
| Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| Over 90 days | loss of deposit |
| 90 days or less | 100% of full fare |
| Non appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
REFUNDS:
The cruise is based on arrangements which do not allow for any refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals or other services not utilised after the tour has commenced.
TOUR PARTICIPATION:
Children under 5 years of age are ineligible on coach & cruise tours. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Passengers with disabilities are welcome on Travelrite & Cruise Offers tours provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessary assistance, and do not require special assistance from Travelrite & Cruise Offers personnel. Travelrite and Cruise Offers reserves the right to refuse to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of coach & cruise tour travel and who may require services and facilities that Travelrite & Cruise Offers cannot guarantee will be available. You agree to not hold the Travelrite & Cruise Offers responsible for any decision made by any of them or any service provider to refuse to carry you, provide any facilities or accommodation to you or to provide any service to you.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
All passengers will require a valid passport. If not an Australian passport holder, please contact Value Holidays.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Adequate travel insurance is required to cover cruise members for the consequences of unforeseen events during the cruise and for cancellation fees which could result from events such as illness, accident, death etc.
BAGGAGE:
Passengers qualify for a 23kg free baggage allowance on flights to join or return from the cruise.
GROUP AIRLINE SEATING:
Please note; you will be booked as part of a group booking with the airline, this means we are unable to confirm any seating requests. Pre purchasing of flights and payment of airline seat booking fees allows allocation of specific seats. Additional costs will apply.
MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS AND CONDITIONS:
The fly/cruise arrange ments have been made on the basis of a minimum number of passengers travelling. In the event that less than the required number of passengers have confirmed their booking 90 days from the date of departure, Cruise Offers reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of monies paid, or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified fare.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd, ATAS A10538) is the tour organiser. Cruise Offers, its agents, officers, affiliates, and/or suppliers of services pursuant to, or in connection with these fly/cruises, shall act only as agents in making arrangements for hotels, transportation, including transportation by ship, restaurants, or any other service and do not assume any liability whatsoever for any injury, damage, death, loss, accident or delay to person or property due to an act of negligence or a default of any hotel, carrier restaurant company or person rendering any services included in fly/cruises, or by act of God. Further, no responsibilities are accepted for any damage or delay due to sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, machinery break-down, quarantine, government restraints, weather, terrorism or other causes beyond their control. No responsibility is accepted for any additional expense, omission, delays, re-routing or acts of any government authority. Baggage is at owners’ risk throughout the fly/cruise. The passage contract between the carriers concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the purchasers of this fly/cruise and/ or the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw any fly/cruise and/ or make such changes in the fly/cruises as may be found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and the proper carrying out of the fly/ cruise. This contract shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia and any legal action must be undertaken in the State of Victoria. Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the MSC Preziosa fly/cruise passage contract with MSC, detailed on the MSC website. If you do not have a copy of the MSC terms and conditions please contact Cruise Offers and we will send one to you.
DELAYS AND UNFORESEEN EVENTS:
You engage Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd) to book this tour on your behalf and you acknowledge that Cruise Offers acts as your agent for the purpose of making contracts between you and the various providers of accommodation, transportation and other services that comprise the tour. Cruise Offers may without reference to you provide or make available to you, or may as your agent engage any third party to provide or make available to you, any good or service which Travelrite reasonably believes is necessary for your benefit to maintain the tour itinerary, repatriate you or otherwise accommodate, transport or sustain you in circumstances in which the tour itinerary fails wholly or partly for any reason. You appoint Cruise Offers your attorney for this purpose. You agree to pay Cruise Offers any cost thereof and you indemnify Cruise Offers in respect of any cost it incurs in this regard. Cruise Offers advises you to obtain travel insurance generally including in respect of the risk that any such good or service may become required.
HOW TO BOOK:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form and sending it with a non-refundable deposit of $1500 per person to:
Cruise Offers
423 Whitehorse Road Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free: 1800 630 343
Telephone: (03) 9836 2522
Email: [email protected]
www.valueholidays.com.au
ABOUT TRAVELRITE INTERNATIONAL:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd), is a well-established travel company which has been marketing through-out Australia for over 30 years. It has a fully ATAS accredited (No. A10538) office at Balwyn and directly represent the major airlines of the world and all major domestic and international hotel, tour and transport operators. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents – AFTA.
