Circumnavigation of Australia onboard Sun Princess and Indian Pacific Train
April 25 to May 16, 2012
Tour Operator:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005
817 078) is the tour organiser and the Sun and Dawn Princess are
operated by Princess Cruises. The Sun and Dawn Princess cruise
arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and general
information detailed in the Princess brochure for 2012. All passengers
must complete and sign a Princess and Travelrite International
booking form.
Deposit and Payment:
A deposit of $500 per passenger should
be sent with a completed Travelrite International booking form
that lists your requested cabin category. As soon as the booking is
confirmed, (usually within 48 hours), a cruise confirmation advice
will be posted to the client. The client must confirm the booking by
paying a cruise deposit equal to 10 percent of the cruise fare within
seven days of the booking being confirmed. The confirmation advice
will contain all details. The passenger must also complete and
return a Princess reservation form to Travelrite International. Final
payments are due to be paid to Travelrite International 90 days prior
to the commencement of the Sun and Dawn Princess cruises. A 1%
administration fee will be added to payments by Visa or Mastercard
and 3% for payment by AMEX or Diners.
Cancellation Charges:
Number of days before sailing.
| Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| Over 120 days | $1000 |
| 120 - 91 days | 25% of full fare |
| 90 - 61 days | 50% of full fare |
| 60 - 46 days | 75% of full fare |
| 45 days or less | 100% of full fare |
| Non appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
Refunds:
These cruises are 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.
Travel Documents:
All passengers will require a valid passport. If not an Australian passport holder, check with Travelrite International for visa requirements.
Travel Insurance:
Adequate travel insurance is highly
recommended 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 20kg free baggage allowance on
flights to join or return from the cruise.
Minimum Tour Numbers:
These cruise arrangements 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, Travelrite International 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.
Responsibilities:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd. (Licence
number 30858) is the tour organiser. Neither Nationwide News Pty
Limited nor any of its subsidiaries, nor any of its newspapers have
any involvement in the tour, and have no liability of any kind to any
person in relation to the tour. Travelrite acts only as an agent in the
making of arrangements with carriers, hoteliers and others for the
tour. As a result we cannot accept liability for any act or omission
whatsoever, whether negligent or otherwise of those carriers, hoteliers
or other persons providing services in connection with the tour over
whom we have no direct or exclusive control. We do not accept
responsibility for any injury, damage, loss, delay, change of schedule
or any other events which are beyond our direct control, such as, but
not limited to, war, terrorism, flood, fire, civil disturbance, acts of
god, acts of Government, or any other authorities, accidents to or
failure of machinery or equipment, or industrial action. The passage
contract in use by the carriers concerned, shall constitute the sole
contract between the transportation companies or firms and the
purchasers of these tours and the passengers. Baggage is at own risk
throughout the tour. The contract shall be construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of Victoria.
Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the rail/cruise passage contract with Princess Cruises, detailed on the back
of the reservation form. If you do not have a copy of this form please
contact us and we will send one to you.
How to Book:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking
form and sending it with a deposit of $500 per person to:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd
182 Canterbury Road
Heathmont, Victoria 3135
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free:1800 033 436
Telephone: (03) 9729 8722
Fax: (03) 9729 0682
Email: heathmont@travelrite.com.au
www.travelrite.com.au/booking.shtml
About Travelrite International:
Travelrite International
Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well established travel company
which has been marketing throughout Australia for over 26 years
and operating in Victoria for more than 32 years. It is a Princess Elite
member. It has two fully licensed (No.30858) offices at Balwyn and
Heathmont that are also accredited with IATA. As such they 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..