15 Nights Serenade Of The Seas
Includes Flights, Hotels, Meals, Luxury Cruise
Departures 2/06/2025 4/08/2025
Calgary, Banff, Kamloops, Vancouver, Sitka, Tracy Arm Fjord, Juneau, Icy Strait Point, Ketchikan
Serenade of the Seas
DECK PLANS
DAY 1 Monday 4 August, 2025 Depart Australia Arrive Calgary
Our adventure starts today as we depart Australia, arriving in Calgary on the same day as we cross the International Date Line. Upon arrival into Calgary, we will be met by our private coach and transferred to our hotel for check in. Meals included: In-flight
DAY 2 Tuesday 5 August, 2025 Banff, Canada
This morning we enjoy a tour of Calgary, a cosmopolitan Alberta city steeped in the western culture that earned it the nickname ‘Cowtown’. We explore the downtown area and see landmarks like Scotsman’s Hill and Crescent Heights Park, which overlook the heart of Calgary. After lunch, we travel through the spectacular Rockies to the resort town of Banff, nestled in the heart of Banff National Park in the Rocky Mountains. We will visit the world famous Lake Louise in Banff National Park and enjoy the views over this breath-taking lake. Upon arrival at the hotel in Banff, enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 3 Wednesday 6 August, 2025 Banff, Canada
A day for individual exploration in the beautiful town of Banff. You may like to ride the Banff Gondola over the shoulder of Sulphur Mountain and enjoy incredible views of the Canadian Rockies. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4 Thursday 7 August, 2025 Kamloops, Canada
This morning we depart Banff and travel to Kamloops. On the way we will journey through three of Canada’s most breathtaking National Parks: Mount Revelstoke, Glacier and Yoho. We will have a stop at Eagle Pass and visit the “Last Spike” of the transcontinental railway where it connects the east to the west. Upon arrival at the hotel enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 5 Friday 8 August, 2025 Vancouver, Canada
Today we depart Kamloops and begin our journey to Vancouver. We will enjoy a free afternoon in Vancouver, which is surrounded by mountains and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 6 Saturday 9 August, 2025 Vancouver, Canada
This morning we will enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vancouver with a local guide. We drive through the 1,000 acre Stanley Park, then step out for a look at the exceptional collection of totem poles at Lions Gate Bridge. We visit historic Gastown, site of Vancouver’s original settlement, Chinatown and more. The afternoon is free. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 7 Sunday 10 August, 2025 Embark Serenade of the Seas
This morning there is free time in the morning to explore Vancouver. Around midday we will board the Serenade of the Seas for our 7 night Alaska cruise. Be up on deck as the ship slips her moorings at 5:00pm for the start of our fabulous cruise to Alaska. From the awe inspiring blue ice of a massive glacial field to the expansive grandeur of its wildlife and nature, Alaska is a land of natural wonders. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 8 Monday 11 August, 2025 Inside Passage, Alaska
A free day while the Serenade of the Seas cruises Alaska. There will be time to enjoy the wonderful facilities of the ship, perhaps have a spa or beauty treatment, attend an informative lecture, or a dance class. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 9 Tuesday 12 August, 2025 Sitka, Alaska
Sitka is an island community boldly living between the mountains and sea, where the arts flourish and an ancient native culture still thrives. You may like to explore Sitka National Historical Park to trace the town’s early beginnings and native heritage. See indigenous artefacts, watch a documentary film and walk the mile-long Totem Trail. Then view creative pieces by local Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian artists at the Sitka Cultural Centre. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 10 Wednesday 13 August, 2025 Fjord/Juneau
This morning we sail through the dramatic Sawyer Glaciers at the end of Tracy Arm. Framed by mountains on either side, the glaciers are often bathed in a light mist that amplifies the blue hue of the ice. At 2.00pm, we arrive in Juneau, the capital of Alaska. Juneau was founded in 1880 by prospectors going to the gold rushes. You may like to see the beautiful Mendenhall Glacier, one of 38 glaciers flowing from the massive 1,500-square-mile Juneau Icefield. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 11 Thursday 14 August, 2025 Icy Strait Point, Alaska
Surrounded by towering rainforest and the abundant waters of Port Frederick and Icy Strait, Icy Strait Point is a Native Tlingit operated adventure centre that offers unparalleled access to wilderness, wildlife, adventure and genuine hospitality. You will be able to book an optional ship excursion for the day Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 12 Friday 15 August, 2025 Ketchikan, Alaska
Today we call into Ketchikan, the town most visited by tourists to Alaska. Established as a centre for the salmon industry, it is now a vibrant centre for tourism. You may want to take a sightseeing tour of the town to see the totem poles and visit famous Creek Street. It is built on stilts and used to be the red light district of the town but now contains boutique shops. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 13 Saturday 16 August, 2025 Inside Passage, Alaska
A free day while the Serenade of the Seas cruises Alaska. Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
DAY 14 Sunday 17 August, 2025 Vancouver, Depart
This morning we arrive back in Vancouver and after disembarking the ship we travel to the airport for your flight home after a spectacular trip-of-a-lifetime. Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 15 Monday 18 August, 2025 In Flight
While in flight we cross the International Date Line.
DAY 16 Tuesday 19 August, 2025 Arrive in Australia
You will arrive back in Australia. The tour concludes.
| CABIN | CATEGORY | DECK | TWIN FARE PP | SINGLE FARE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior | 4V | 3,4,8,9,10 | $7,299 | $9,639 |
| Interior | 2V | 2,3,4,7,8,9 | $7,599 | $10,219 |
| Ocean View | 4N | 3,4 | $7,699 | $10,264 |
| Balcony | 4D | 7,8,9,10 | $8,199 | $11,349 |
| Balcony | 2D | 7,8,9,10 | $8,599 | $12,219 |
| Included port & handling charges | $ 928 | $1,448 | ||
| Included air taxes as at 10/5/24 | $ 328 | $ 328 | ||
| CABIN | CATEGORY | DECK | TWIN FARE PP | SINGLE FARE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior | 4V | 3,4,8,9,10 | $7,599 | $9,939 |
| Interior | 2V | 2,3,4,7,8,9 | $7,899 | $10,519 |
| Ocean View | 4N | 3,4 | $7,999 | $10,564 |
| Balcony | 4D | 7,8,9,10 | $8,499 | $11,649 |
| Balcony | 2D | 7,8,9,10 | $8,899 | $12,519 |
| Included port & handling charges | $ 928 | $1,448 | ||
| Included air taxes as at 10/5/24 | $ 328 | $ 328 | ||
TOUR OPERATOR:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd) ATAS A10538 (ABN 64 005 817 078) is the tour operator. Serenade of the Seas is operated by Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines the Rocky Mountains, Canada and Alaska fly/cruise arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and general information detailed in the Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines 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 10 May 2024. Cruise Offers 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:
A non-refundable deposit of $1500 per passenger is required at the time of booking. Full payment will be required 90 days before departure of the tour from Australia. A 1.5% administration fee will be charged for payment by credit card
AIR TAXES:
From Brisbane/Sydney/Melbourne as listed in the itinerary. Please contact us for air taxes from different cities. Air taxes are valid as at 10 May 2024. If they change due to government and airline charges and currency variations, Cruise Offers reserves the right to charge additional amounts.
ACCOMMODATION:
| Calgary – Aloft University Hotel – 3-stars |
| Banff – Banff Park Lodge (July) – 3-stars |
| Banff Caribou Lodge (Aug) – 3 -stars |
| Kamloops – Sandman Hotel - 2-stars |
| Vancouver – Atrium Inn - 3-stars |
CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:
Cancellations within 90 days of departure will result in the loss of all monies paid. Cancellation outside 90 days from departure will result in a cancellation fee of $1500 per person.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel insurance is recommended to cover the costs of cancellation fees due to illness, death in family, etc.
MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS AND CONDITIONS:
The tour has been priced on the basis of a minimum number of passengers having booked 90 days prior to departure. Cruise Offers reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of all monies paid or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified cost.
REFUNDS:
The tour is based on arrangements that do not allow for any refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals, airfare or other services not utilized 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 with at least six months validity from your return date. An ESTA visa waiver will be required for the USA and a eTA visa waiver will be required for Canada. If not an Australian passport holder, please contact Value Holidays.
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.
BAGGAGE:
All passengers qualify for 23kg free baggage allowance.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Cruise Offers (a division of Travelrite International Pty Ltd). is the tour organiser. Cruise Offers acts only as an agent in the making of arrangements for hotels, transportation, 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 the tour, 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. The passage contract between the carriers concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the purchasers of this tour and/or the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw any tour and/or make such changes in the tour as may be found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and the proper carrying out of the tour. This contract shall be construed in accordance of the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia and any action must be taken in the State of Victoria. Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the Royal Caribbean Serenade of the Seas cruise passage contract with Royal Caribbean, detailed on their website https://www.royalcaribbean.com/. If you do not have a copy of this form please contact Cruise Offers and we will send one to you.
DELAYS AND UNFORESEEN EVENTS:
You engage Cruise Offers 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 Cruise Offers 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) 8803 6868
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.
