Great fun and fabulous cruising aboard Regal Princess
The new Regal Princess, sister ship to Royal Princess, is a spectacular example of the next generation of innovative Princess ships. From the breathtaking Atrium & Piazza – over 50 per cent larger than other ships’ atriums in the line and featuring exciting new eateries – to signature features like The SeaWalk, a dramatic glass-bottom walkway, which has been called one of the “Top Gee-Whiz Features at Sea”, you’ll quickly come to love the many exciting dining and entertainment options available on this majestic ship. Regal Princess offers a truly luxurious cruise experience. A voyage on the Regal Princess is a unique experience to be savoured and remembered!
During the day, casual clothing is typical, although shorts and swimwear are not permitted in the restaurants. During the evening on formal nights, a jacket and collared shirt is required for gentlemen and eveningwear for ladies. Casual nights require a collared shirt for gentlemen. The self-service restaurants are casual.
About a third of people on the cruise travel alone. We will match people in twin-share cabins when available, saving you the single supplement. You won’t be left alone, the Travelrite tour manager will be looking after you. There will be group activities almost every day.
The cruises are fully escorted and will be great fun holidays with plenty of activities. Each evening you will dine with the group at our reserved tables. You will meet an interesting group of people and have a fabulous time!
VIEW ITINERARYDAY 1 Sunday 4 August, 2024 Depart Australia
Today we depart Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth on our overnight
flight to London.
DAY 2 Monday 5 August, 2024 London, England
This morning we arrive at London’s Heathrow Airport. After clearing
customs, we will be met by our private coach and transferred in to the city.
We will have an overview sightseeing tour of the city before we transfer to
our hotel. We will see Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, St Paul’s
Cathedral and more.
DAY 3 Tuesday 6 August, 2024 London
This morning we will visit Buckingham Palace and enjoy a tour of 19 spectacular
State rooms. Buckingham Palace is furnished with the wonderful treasures
from the Royal Collection, including paintings by Rubens, Rembrandt,
Poussin and more world renowned artists. The afternoon will be free for more
sightseeing or shopping at your own leisure, in one of the world’s great cities.
This evening we will enjoy an included welcome dinner.
DAY 4 Wednesday 7 August, 2024 Embarkation
Mid-morning we will depart London and be transferred to Southampton to
board the Regal Princess for our voyage around the British Isles. Southampton
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.
DAY 5 Thursday 8 August, 2024 At Sea
A day at sea to enjoy the facilities of the ship. Perhaps enjoy a little pampering
or a massage in the Day Spa. This afternoon join fellow group members for a
fun game of Bingo.
DAY 6 Friday 9 August, 2024 Cork, Eire
This morning we arrive at the port city of Cork, the third largest city in Ireland
after Dublin and Belfast. On our tour today we 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. We
then return to the city of Cork to visit The Queenstown Story Visitor Centre,
which explores Ireland’s emigration phenomenon. You will have some time
to explore before we return to the ship.
DAY 7 Saturday 10 August, 2024 Dublin, Ireland
Today we arrive at Dublin, the capital of the Republic of Ireland and well
known as being a place of friendliness and ‘craic’, a city well over 1000 years
old. We will have a sightseeing tour of the city which includes visits to St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College where we see the famous Book of
Kells. We see the famous Ha’penny Bridge, the GPO in O’Connell Street, St
Stephen’s Green, and Grafton Street.
DAY 8 Sunday 11 August, 2024 Belfast, Northern Ireland
This morning we arrive at Belfast, the seat of Parliament (called Stormont) and
capital of Northern Ireland. We travel 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. After a brief
stop at the Titanic Dry Dock, we return to the city of Belfast for a sightseeing
tour where we will see City Hall, the Grand Opera House, Queens University
and Albert Memorial Clock.
DAY 9 Monday 12 August, 2024 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. On our sightseeing tour we will see Matthew
Street, the home of the Cavern Club where The Beatles played. We will make
our way down to the Mersey waterfront and take a ferry ride across the River
Mersey, made famous by Jerry & the Pacemakers.
DAY 10 Tuesday 13 August, 2024 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, as we will see on our morning tour when we pass
Glasgow Cathedral and travel through the Merchant City. From Glasgow Cross
we move into the medieval part of town and Glasgow Green. Here we see
the People’s Palace and the Victoria Fountain, the world’s largest terracotta
fountain. This evening we enjoy one of the highlights of the tour, the world renowned
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in the grounds of Edinburgh Castle.
DAY 11 Wednesday 14 August, 2024 At Sea
A day at sea to enjoy the facilities of the ship. Perhaps enjoy a little pampering
or a massage in the Day Spa. This afternoon join fellow group members for a
fun game of Scategories.
DAY 12 Thursday 15 August, 2024 Kirkwall, Orkney islands
Today we call in to the Orkney Islands. Kirkwall is located on Mainland, the
largest of the Orkney Islands. On our sightseeing tour today we will see the
striking 12th century sandstone Norse St Magnus’ Cathedral. We also see some
of Europe’s finest archaeological sites, including the 5,000 year old Neolithic
settlement of Skara Brae, the mysterious Standing Stones of Stenness and the
Stone Age Ring of Brodgar. Touring around the island we also see the dramatic
natural scenery including rugged cliffs and the prolific birdlife.
DAY 13 Friday 16 August, 2024 Edinburgh, Scotland
Today we visit Edinburgh, the royal and ancient capital of Scotland and one of
the most beautiful cities in Europe. On our sightseeing tour we see the ancient
Royal Mile with its cobbled streets forms the backbone of the medieval Old
Town which leads from the Palace of Holyrood house (HM The Queen’s official
residence in Scotland) all the way to Edinburgh Castle. We will enjoy a guided
tour of the castle, home to the Scottish Crown Jewels and the historic Stone of
Destiny. Enjoy the view from the castle which is simply stunning.
DAY 14 Saturday 17 August, 2024 At sea
A day at sea to enjoy the facilities of the ship. This afternoon test your knowledge
with fellow group members at Trivia.
DAY 15 Sunday 18 August, 2024 Le Havre, France
Early this morning we arrive at Le Havre, the second busiest port in France
after Marseilles. Today we travel in to the French countryside to the small
village of Giverny. We visit the villa and famous gardens of the Impressionist
painter Claude Monet. We will see the lake with its water lilies, so beloved by
Monet, and its little Japanese bridge. Tonight will be your last night on board
the Regal Princess as she crosses the English Channel. Join us for farewell
drinks to celebrate a successful cruise.
DAY 16 Monday 19 August, 2024 London, England
Early this morning we arrive back in Southampton. After breakfast and
clearing customs, we travel to Windsor to visit Windsor Castle. The oldest and
largest occupied castle in the world it is an official residence of His Majesty
the King. Built over 900 years ago the castle’s floor covers a massive 480,000
square feet. We then continue to the city of London for free time perhaps to
do some last-minute shopping or sightseeing at your own leisure. Later we
are transferred to Heathrow Airport for our over-night flight back to Australia.
DAY 17 Tuesday 20 August, 2024 In flight
DAY 18 Wednesday 21 August, 2024 Australia
We arrive back in Australia today and the tour ends.
CABIN | DESCRIPTION | DECK | TWIN SHARE PER PERSON | SINGLE FARE |
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IF | Inside | 8,15,16 | $9,390 | $12,590 |
ID | Inside | 10,11,12,14 | $9,490 | $12,690 |
IC | Inside | 8,15,16 | $9,590 | $12,890 |
IB | Inside | 8,9,10,11,12,14 | $9,690 | $12,990 |
IA | Inside | 9,10,11,12,14 | $9,790 | $13,190 |
BW | Balcony (Obstructed) | 8 | $10,990 | $15,490 |
DW | Balcony (Obstructed) | 8,15,16 | $11,090 | $15,690 |
BF | Balcony | 8,15,16 | $11,190 | $15,890 |
BE | Balcony | 8,9,10,11,12,15 | $11,250 | $15,990 |
BD | Balcony | 9,10,11,12,14 | $11,290 | $16,090 |
BC | Balcony | 15,16 | $11,390 | $16,290 |
BB | Balcony | 9,10,11,12,14,15 | $11,490 | $16,490 |
DE | Balcony | 8,9,12,14,15 | $11,550 | $16,590 |
DD | Balcony | 9,10,11,12,14 | $11,590 | $16,690 |
DC | Balcony | 8,15,16 | $11,690 | $16,790 |
DB | Balcony | 9,10,11,12,14 | $11,790 | $16,890 |
D4 | Balcony | 8,9,10,11,12,14,15 | $11,990 | $17,190 |
ME | Minisuite | 12,14 | $12,990 | $18,990 |
MC | Minisuite | 15,16 | $13,190 | $19,490 |
Included gratuities | $279 | $279 | ||
Included port and handling charges and cruise taxes | $390 | $390 | ||
Included air taxes as at 1 May 2023 | $290 | $290 |
You can stay on in London for minimal extra airfare cost. Please contact Travelrite on 1800 630 343 for more information
All cabins are subject to cabin availability. Please call Travelrite International on 1800 630 343 for fares and information on other cabin categories.
Touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this tour without the need of assistance from others.
TOUR OPERATOR:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is the tour organiser. Regal Princess is operated by Princess Cruises and the fly, cruise and tour arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and general information detailed in the Princess Cruises brochure. All passengers must complete the Princess Cruises online check-in on www.princess.com as well as a Travelrite International booking form.
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT:
A deposit of $1200 per passenger should be sent with a 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 forwarded to the client. Final payments are due to be paid to Travelrite International 90 days prior to the commencement of the fly, tour and cruise holiday. A 1.5% administration fee will be added to all payments by credit card. If fares and air taxes change due to government and airport regulations and currency fluctuations Travelrite International reserves the right to charge additional amounts.
CANCELLATION CHARGES: * Cancellation conditions don’t apply for clients with future cruise/tour credits. Cruise/tour credits are non-refundable.
Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
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91 days or more | Loss of deposit |
90 - 65 days | 50% of full fare |
65 days or less | 100% of full fare |
Non appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
REFUNDS:
The cruise is based on arrangements that do not allow for any refunds in respect to 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 conse-quences of unforeseen events during the cruise and for cancellation fees which could result from such events such as illness, accident, death etc.
BAGGAGE:
Passengers qualify for a 30kg free baggage allow-ance on flights to join or return from the cruise.
MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS:
The 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.
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.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd is the tour organiser. Travelrite International Pty Ltd, it’s agents, officers, affiliates, and/or suppliers of services pursuant to or in connection with these fly/cruise/stay holidays 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/stay holiday. The passage contract between the carriers concerned when issued shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the purchasers of these fly/cruise/stay holidays and/or the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw any fly/cruise/stay holiday and/or make such changes in the fly/cruise/stay holidays as may be found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and the proper carrying out of the fly/cruises. This contract shall be construed in accordance of the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of Princess Cruises passage contract, detailed on Princess Cruises website.
DELAYS AND UNFORESEEN EVENTS:
You engage Travelrite to book this tour on your behalf and you acknowledge that Travelrite 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. Travelrite 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 Travelrite your attorney for this purpose. You agree to pay Travelrite any cost thereof and you indemnify Travelrite in respect of any cost it incurs in this regard. Travelrite 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 book-ing form and sending it with a deposit of $1200 per person to:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd
423 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free: 1800 630 343
Telephone: (03) 8803 6868
Fax: (03) 9836 8068
Email: sales@travelrite.com.au
www.travelrite.com.au
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 30 years and operating in Victoria for more than 40 years. It has a fully licensed (ATAS No. 10538) office at Balwyn which is accredited with IATA. As such we 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.
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