Tasmania: 10-Night All-Inclusive Small-Ship Christmas & New Year's Cruise with Roundtrip Flights & Five-Star Pre-Cruise Stay

Booking Summary: Purchasing this deal does not complete your booking. A booking form will be emailed to you after purchase. Please complete the Traveller’s Details within 48 hours.

IMPORTANT: Failure to complete your booking form may result in forfeiting your booking. Once your booking form has been finalised a member of the Luxury Escapes Cruise Team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address. You will then be required to complete your online check-in and print your e-ticket and baggage tags; you will also be able to add beverage packages, speciality dining, shore excursions, spa treatments, etc.

This Cruise package is valid for the following departure dates:

• 22 December 2023 (embarkation 23 December 2023)

Booking Process

• Select which package option you would like, taking care to choose the correct cabin option
• Click on the green ‘Check Availability’ tab
• Using the plus or minus adjust the number of people you would like to book then click the ‘View Available Dates & Prices’ tab
• Click the blue ‘Select’ button then the green ‘Review & Payment’ tab at the bottom right of the screen
• Fill out your preferred payment method and click the green ‘Pay Securely Now’ tab
• Once your order is complete, you will receive your Luxury Escapes automated booking summary email (this is not your cruise confirmation), and you will be prompted to complete your Traveller Details within 48 hours of purchase
• Once your traveller forms are completed they will be sent to the Luxury Escapes Cruise Concierge team, who will then contact you to advise if your cruise is confirmed
• Should you require assistance with your cruise, please contact our Cruise Concierge team at cruises@luxuryescapes.com who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey

IMPORTANT: The Twin-Room Package is valid for ONE PERSON (based on twin room). You must purchase TWO PACKAGES.

Solo Traveller Surcharge: Solo travellers must pay a surcharge and packages are subject to availability. Please contact Luxury Escapes to enquire.

Please note that packages cannot be split.

AMENDMENTS & CHANGES

Name Change or Corrections

• Name corrections may incur a fee.
• Name changes are not permitted.

48-Hour Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee:

• All cruise bookings have a 48-hour ‘Change of Mind Guarantee’ where any monies paid (less unrecoverable costs) within 48 hours of the initial purchase date will be refunded – no questions asked.
• Bookings outside the 48-hour ‘Change of Mind’ window will be non-refundable.

Cabin Sizes and Bedding Configuration

This cruise includes the following cabin types:

• Deluxe Stateroom – 19sqm, king bed or twin beds
• Prestige Stateroom, Deck 4 – 27sqm, king or twin beds
• Prestige Stateroom, Deck 5 – 27sqm, king or twin beds

Pre-Cruise Accommodation:

• Hobart — Salamanca Wharf Hotel (Studio Apartment) or similar

IMPORTANT:

• Cabins are on a ‘guarantee’ basis and will be allocated by the cruise line closer to sailing. Specific cabin, deck and location requests cannot be accommodated.
• Some cabins may have obstructed views and/or porthole window.
• Maximum room capacity is one adult for solo travellers, two adults for twin-share cabins/suites/staterooms or four people for quad-share cabins.
• Wheelchair-accessible staterooms are available on request and subject to availability. Surcharges may apply.

Inclusions

• Roundtrip economy-class domestic flights from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane to Hobart
• One night of pre-cruise accommodation at Salamanca Wharf Hotel (or similar)
• All-inclusive dining onboard, including room service
• Captain’s welcome cocktail and gala dinner
• Select pouring wines, house champagne and spirits onboard
• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Port Davey Marine Reserve and Maria Island
• Savour gourmet produce alongside pristine beaches at King Island
• Sample the mouthwatering wines of the Tamar Valley
• See New Year’s Eve fireworks over Constitution Dock
• Zodiac expeditions and landings alongside an expert team
• All port taxes, park entry fees and onboard entertainment
• Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard

Exclusions

• Visas
• Single supplement
• Meals/drinks not stated in the itinerary/inclusions
• Speciality dining
• Travel insurance (recommended)
• Gratuities are NOT included and will be added to your final bill
• Menus are subject to change without notice
• Transfers to and from cruise ship
• City taxes or resort fees may apply and are payable directly to the hotel on arrival

Onboard Dining

• Dining times onboard can vary between sailings. We ask for your preference, however, your preferred dining time may not be available. We suggest that you speak with the maître d’ once onboard.
• Included dining is available at the following restaurants: The Le Nautilus gastronomic restaurant and Grill Restaurant
• Please note: The captain’s gala dinner is usually held on the second night of the cruise, subject to change.

Age Restrictions

• Children under the age of 18 years must be accompanied, in the same or connecting stateroom, by a parent or other responsible adult over the age of 21 for the duration of the voyage.
• Infants aged three years and under cannot be accommodated onboard.

Travel Insurance

• Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Luxury Escapes recommends purchasing travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package.

Passports & Visas

• A valid passport or government-issued photo identification is required for all passengers. A current Medicare card can be used for guests under 18 years of age and must be presented upon embarkation.
• When travelling within Australia, please check current state/territory border entry requirements to ensure you’re eligible to travel and have completed any required permits or passes.

Health & Vaccinations

• Travellers are advised to check recommended vaccinations with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccinations require 30 days or more to be effective.
• Proof of vaccination is not usually required unless you are coming from an infected area.
• Proof of Yellow Fever vaccinations is required for entry into some countries, in particular in Africa. Please check with your health professional that you hold the appropriate vaccination entry requirements for your destination.
• Guests may be required to provide evidence of proof of vaccination against COVID-19 from our ground operator prior to embarkation. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Cruises Concierge team on cruises@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
• Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.

Flights

• Roundtrip economy-class airfares are included in your package, departing from Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane with Virgin Australia, Qantas, Rex Airlines, Jetstar or similar. Surcharges to depart from other cities will apply.
• Preferred airline seating is the responsibility of the passenger. For any specific airline seat reservations, contact the airline with the booking number included on your cruise summary email.
• Upgrades: Cabin upgrades are available on request. Please note that cabin upgrades are subject to availability and may not be available on all flights.
• Flight Change of Date: The change of date fee is A$200 per person, plus any applicable additional airfare and taxes. After airline tickets have been issued, the package can only be changed by paying an A$350 per person airline change fee, plus any applicable airfares and taxes.
• Flight is non-refundable. A credit can be obtained for future use with the same airline. Credit must be used within 12 months of the original ticket date. The new dates must be on the same airline and of equal or higher value. If a higher value, a fare and tax difference will be payable. A$50 Luxury Escapes service fee will apply when using your airline credit

Flight Baggage Restrictions and Timings

• Please note that baggage restrictions apply to your included domestic flights.
• Passengers are permitted one piece of checked-in baggage with a maximum weight of 23kg.
• Passengers are permitted one carry-on piece with a maximum weight of 7kg per person.
• Timing provided on the itinerary is based on current schedules provided by the airline and can change at any time without notice.

Currency Onboard and Tipping

• The currency onboard is EUR.
• Gratuities are NOT included and will be added to your final bill. Gratuities are A$18 per person, per day.

Fitness Requirements

• Travellers should have a good level of physical fitness and mobility and must be able to negotiate uneven surfaces and climb stairs.
• Disability access is limited during the cruise, please consider this when making your booking.
• Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake any activities in this package. Further, travellers acknowledge and agree that neither Luxury Escapes nor the third-party provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor is Luxury Escapes liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).

Surcharges

Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures which may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. Our trusted third-party suppliers will inform guests of these changes as soon as possible.

COVID-19 Safe Plan

PONANT has implemented enhanced health and safety protocols to ensure the safety of our guests and crew both onboard and ashore. For information, see the website here.

Deposits

The deposit amount is 30% and the final payment date is due 250 days prior to embarkation. Please note: other deposit options may be available on your package which differ from the above and which will be outlined in the ‘fine print’ and payment section of the specific package.

PLEASE NOTE:

Luxury Escapes reserves the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.

Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and are subject to change. While the cruise line will make all reasonable efforts to provide a cruise in accordance with the published schedules and itineraries, factors such as weather, mechanical difficulties or other unforeseen circumstances may affect scheduled itineraries.

Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking summary email for details.

Please note this cruise is operated by Ponant, one of our trusted partners. You will be contacted post-purchase with further details.