Australia & New Zealand 2024-25

HANDCRAFTED

Welcome

With Scenic, it’s more than an escorted tour...

Scenic has more than 38 years’ experience creating unforgettable handcrafted journeys for our guests. Promising to introduce you to the very best of Australia and New Zealand, we aim to deliver the most wonderful experience possible to create memories that will last a lifetime.

You’ll find the Scenic Difference is in the details. Our handcrafted itineraries have set the benchmark in escorted land journeys, with accommodation and transport complemented by fully inclusive sightseeing and the services of a dedicated Scenic Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides.

Our guests remain at the forefront of all we do, from the creation of our once-in-a-lifetime Scenic Enrich experiences to the extensive range of Scenic Freechoice activities that allow you to personalise your trip.

We look forward to welcoming you in 2024 and 2025, as Australasia’s natural beauty, heritage and traditions capture your sense of wonder.

It’s more than the finest accommodation – it’s spectacular locations and signature creature comforts.

It’s more than daily sightseeing excursions – it’s exclusively curated once-in-a-lifetime captivating Scenic Enrich moments.

It’s more than gourmet dining and beverages – it’s a culinary celebration through authentic local and global cuisine.

It’s more than flexible touring – it’s days spent broadening your horizons through included Scenic Freechoice excursions.

It’s more than transporting you from point A to point B – it’s seamless travel, arriving refreshed from the ease of your journey.

It’s more than small group travel – it’s unparalleled access at a comfortable pace.

With Scenic, it’s more than an escorted tour – it’s a handcrafted land journey in a class of its own.

Milford Sound, South Island, New Zealand

DISCOVER

Australia is as vast as it is uniquely beautiful. There is an ancient pulse that beats throughout the land, and it has so much to offer even the most seasoned of travellers.

Dampier Archipelago Montebello Islands

Exmouth

Bateman Bay

Dirk Hartog Island

Denham

Abrolhos Islands

Map Key

Land Journeys Only

Ocean Cruising Only

Land & Ocean Journeys

South Australia

Jurien Bay

Rowley Shoals

Ashmore Reef

Vansittart Bay

Bigge Island

Hunter River

Buccaneer

Archipelago

Lacepede Islands

Broome

Darwin

King George River

Montgomery Reef

Talbot Bay

Western Australia

Cobourg Peninsula

Wessel Islands

Galiwin’ku (Elcho Island)

Northern Territory

Alice Springs

Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) Uluru (Ayers Rock)

AUSTRALIA

Geraldton

Perth

Fremantle

Busselton

South Australia is renowned for its gourmet cuisine and wine. The natural wonders are revealed as you explore Kangaroo Island, the gourmet offerings of Adelaide and world-class wineries.

Tasmania

With its pristine wilderness, complex convict history and outstanding local produce, Tasmania is an island not to be missed.

Northern Territory

Journey through the precious wilderness exploring Alice Springs and the wonder of the ‘Red Centre’, and discover the delights of Darwin.

Queensland

Queensland will delight those intrigued by the history. From famous bush ballads, to ‘dinosaur country’, travel in the footsteps of explorers.

Outback New South Wales & Victoria

South Australia

This region is home to rugged ocean and inland landscapes, picturesque drives, ancient wilderness and towns with intriguing history.

North Island

From Auckland’s centrepiece harbour to the sublime scenery of the Bay of Islands, the bubbling geothermal pools of Rotorua and stylish Wellington, the North Island offers something for everyone. Mãori culture is rich and ever-present in many parts and you’ll love discovering their stories and traditions.

South Island

Towering alps, sweeping plains and rugged coastlines, the South Island will captivate and delight. Enjoy the many charms of a rejuvenated Christchurch and Scottish-influenced Dunedin. The mighty Southern Alps feature the extraordinary Franz Josef Glacier and stunning Mount Cook. While in the far south, explore Milford Sound and Queenstown, New Zealand’s adventure capital.

Wilpena Pound

Port Augusta

Barossa Valley

Thursday Island

Cape York

Piper Islands

Sandy Cay

Davie Reef

Osprey Reef

Lizard Island

Cooktown

Cairns

Willis Island

Port Douglas

Queensland

Magnetic Island

Whitsunday Islands

Percy Islands

Great Keppel Island

Lady Elliot Island

Our commitment to a sustainable future

Scenic’s Cherish the Planet ethos is a commitment to creating positive change through sustainable practices and rich community partnerships.

Built in accordance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, our sustainability agenda reinforces our commitment to environmentally responsible tourism and protecting the places we visit.

We aim to leave as small a footprint as possible while proudly forming positive and enriching associations with the communities we visit.

New South Wales

Broken Hill

Mungo National Park

McLaren Vale

Adelaide

Kangaroo Island

Mildura

Victoria

Sydney

Australian Capital Territory

Melbourne Bendigo

Flinders Island

Smithton

Cradle Mountain

Strahan

Tasmania

Launceston

Freycinet National Park

Hobart

Milford Sound

Queenstown

Fiordland National Park

Oban, Stewart Island

Cape Reinga

Omapere

Norfolk Island

Auckland

Bay of Islands (Paihia)

North Island

New Plymouth

NEW ZEALAND

Kaiteriteri

Nelson

Picton Hokitika

Franz Josef

Tauranga

Rotorua

Lake Taupo Napier Blenheim

Wellington

Marlborough Sounds

Kaikoura -

Arthur’s Pass

Mount Cook Christchurch

Akaroa

South Island

Te Anau

Dunedin

Gisborne

New Zealand is a wonder-in-waiting. A place with bustling towns, breathtaking landscapes and everything in between.

Handcrafted Land Journeys

The Scenic Experience

From revealing spectacular destinations to ensuring you are at the heart of everything we do, Scenic has raised the bar to exceed expectations. It’s more than a land journey, it’s truly immersive discoveries throughout Australasia.

Scenic Tour Directors

Being a Scenic Tour Director is a lifetime passion. Their role is to make sure your experience exceeds your expectations, managing each element of your land journey so you can relax knowing everything is taken care of.

Scenic Enrich

Visit the Australia of your imagination through handcrafted Scenic Enrich moments. From an authentic Bushtucker dining experience to an in-depth discovery of the treasures and stories of New Zealand’s land and people.

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Scenic Freechoice

Your included Scenic Freechoice activities are designed to allow you to personalise your journey to suit your pace and interests. From history to culture, cuisine to nature, there’s a wealth of exceptional experiences. Active, moderate and relaxed-paced options ensure there’s something for everyone.

Immersive accommodation

Stay in a spectacular waterfront location amidst Australia’s beautiful, rugged outback or in a stylish hotel in central Sydney. Or enjoy the magnificent views of Mount Cook from The Hermitage Hotel, and the spectacular skyline of Queenstown from the Millennium Hotel.

Unrivalled culinary choices

Experience the best of Australia’s rich and famous fresh produce, from traditional Aboriginal cooking and wine tastings to gourmet tours and local market visits. In New Zealand, local fare, engaging food and wine tours and speciality cuisine from around the world promises a truly immersive culinary journey.

The Nth Degree

Travel with the confidence of knowing every detail is taken care of to the Nth Degree. With Scenic, you’ll enjoy extraordinary moments of wonder in fascinating destinations while we manage all the transfers, tipping, bookings, touring and accommodation. Scenic’s commitment to safety and extraordinary quality is in every aspect of your journey.

It’s More Than Handcrafted Inclusions

With Scenic, it’s about experiencing unique moments of wonder. It’s the ease of small group travel with an unparalleled range of handcrafted features.

All internal flights throughout Australia and New Zealand

Fully escorted small group touring with a maximum of 36 guests

Scenic Enrich – exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime experiences

Scenic Freechoice – a range of activities to personalise your journey

Scenic Sunset Drinks – exclusive evening drinks in memorable locations

Scenic Special Stays – iconic hotels, remarkable for their location, character and heritage

Comprehensive range of included meals – see itinerary for specific inclusions

Expert handpicked Scenic Tour Directors, drivers and local guides

Helicopter ride over the Great Barrier Reef and seaplane ride over Sydney Harbour

TranzAlpine rail journey

Milford Sound overnight cruise

Airport transfers throughout Australia and New Zealand

A Scenic representative to assist you on arrival and departure

Health and Safety policies –hotels and experiences are selected for your wellbeing

Complimentary Wi-Fi at selected hotels

All tipping and gratuities

Return airport transfers

Scenic Enrich

Our exclusive Scenic Enrich events take you behind the scenes to enjoy exclusive access and memorable encounters inaccessible to the ordinary traveller.

Australia

Marvel at the technicolour coral of the Great Barrier Reef from above by helicopter. At Ulur u, artist Bruce Munro’s Field of Light installation will bathe the desert landscape in a mystical glow as you indulge in an authentic Australian dinner.

Sample gourmet cheese, honey and wine for the unique flavours of South Australia’s Kangaroo Island. Meet the team at Gemtree Winery to hear about its sustainability practices, and discover the amazing Wall in the Wilderness art display in Tasmania.

New Zealand

Venture off the beaten track in New Zealand for an introduction to traditional Mãori life at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds, and journey to the mighty Tãne Mahuta, nestled in Waipoua Forest.

Look forward to a private dinner and tasting event at Mission Estate Winery, one of the oldest and most established wine producers in the country. And, when visiting Lake Te Anau, enjoy an exclusive screening of ‘Ata Whenua – Shadowland’, a short movie that takes you on a journey of the World Heritage-listed wilderness.

Scenic Freechoice

Taste the local fare, discover unique wildlife, or embark on an outdoor adventure; Scenic Freechoice activities and dining experiences offer something for everyone. And of course, they’re all included.

Australia

Embark on a hot air balloon adventure over the Atherton Tablelands, explore the delights of Melbourne’s Yarra Valley wine region on a tasting tour, and taste your way through the iconic Adelaide Central Markets. Enjoy a thrilling 4WD safari, guided treks around Ulur u and sunset cruises.

New Zealand

Sail through Auckland Harbour on board an America’s Cup yacht, or choose to take the Dart River Wilderness Jet in Queenstown, along with learning about Mãori culture.

For the full Scenic Freechoice Directory, see page 96.

Each guest is different, so we appreciate that you may want to move at your own pace. Perhaps you’ll want to follow a busy day with one at a more relaxed pace, or you may wish to unwind throughout. We’ve divided our extensive list of Scenic Freechoice activities into active, moderate and relaxed pace so you can choose those which best suit your requirements and interests.

Active – For those keen to explore further afield, for a longer or more demanding journey.

Moderate – A comfortable walking pace at which you can easily discover a beautiful city on a walking tour.

Relaxed – A slower pace to take in a museum or sightseeing tour.

Your trip has been handcrafted by one of our expert Journey Designers. We have travelled the globe so that every Scenic Freechoice option is one to remember.

Scenic Hotels

You’ll find that the wonders of Australia and New Zealand are all the more special when you’re in comfortable surroundings that reflect the uniqueness of your destination.

As you travel across Australasia, you can look forward to wonderful accommodation in the most iconic locations. The Pullman Reef Hotel is one of Cairns’ most prestigious dwellings promising spectacular views, and the centrally located Crowne Plaza Lasseters Hotel in Alice Springs, giving you the freedom to experience the amazing sights of Central Australia.

Our commitment to excellence continues into New Zealand and Tasmania, with a beautiful stay at the Te Waonui Forest Retreat, situated in the Western World Heritage Park, as well as the award-winning Tall Timbers Tasmania, ideally located close to the area’s many attractions.

A Grand Chancellor, Hobart

B Hermitage Hotel, Mount Cook National Park

Special Stays

In select locations, we feature Scenic Special Stays, iconic hotels remarkable for their location, character and heritage. The Sails in the Desert hotel in Australia’s Red Centre acts as a wonderful contrast to Ulur u’s natural beauty, while New Zealand’s Hermitage Hotel is a unique hideaway surrounded by Mount Cook.

Scenic Special Stays

Look for this symbol on your itineraries for locations where you will experience these outstanding properties.

Scenic Rail

One of New Zealand’s grandest rail journeys, the TranzAlpine takes you across the spine of the South Island into pristine wilderness and the extraordinary Southern Alps.

Spectacular views of the chiselled alpine landscape will take your breath away at every turn, from the magnificent gorges and river valleys of the Waimakariri River to the village of Arthur’s Pass. The expansive Canterbury Plains, with their patchwork fields, provide another perspective of New Zealand’s heartland.

The TranzAlpine features GPS-triggered journey commentary at your seat via headphones, plus information displays and overhead HD video. The train also features a café carriage offering a range of drinks, snacks and light meals and an open viewing carriage for views of the Southern Alps.

Scenic Cruising

An overnight cruise on Milford Sound will be one of the highlights of your trip. Wake up to the dawn of a new day in one of the most beautiful places on Earth.

Delight in the majesty of Milford Sound after other visitors have departed. View the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforests, mountains and wildlife accompanied by a specialist nature guide. Anchor overnight in a sheltered cove, where you can explore in the vessel’s tendercraft and kayaks. Alternatively, simply relax on deck and soak in the beauty of this amazing place, or even go for a swim.

As evening falls, enjoy a delicious carvery buffet prepared fresh by your on board chef. Indulge in some stargazing before retiring to your private cabin and awake in the morning to the spectacle of sunrise on magnificent Milford Sound. Discover for yourself why Rudyard Kipling described this serene body of water as the eighth Wonder of the World.

Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery YachtsTM

Ultra-Luxury Ocean Voyages

Enjoy the voyage of a lifetime as we reveal the many wonders of Australia and New Zealand from the elegant surrounds of your 6-star ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II.

The voyage of a lifetime

With a close to 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio, you can be confident that every aspect of your comfort and peace of mind is considered to make your voyage truly remarkable.

After a day of exciting discoveries exploring your destination with our Discovery Team or landing at remarkable locations by helicopter ^ , you’ll return to your spacious verandah suite, designed to be your own indulgent haven. Be pampered in the expansive 550m2 Senses Spa#, swim in the invigorating Vitality Pools, or unwind with a drink in one of up to eight bars and lounges as you share your experiences with new friends.

Luxury Suites with Butler Service

Every one of the 114 spacious and beautifully designed suites features elegant furnishings, luxurious amenities, a separate sleep zone and lounge area. Watch the world go by from your private verandah or terrace as your butler pours you your favourite glass of wine.

Indulgent Spaces

From the 550m2 Senses Spa# to the gym and yoga and Pilates studio, you’ll experience a sense of tranquility from the moment you step inside. Your wellness is enhanced in our steam room with aromatherapy, experience showers and a salt therapy lounge.

Scenic Discovery Excursions

Scenic Discovery excursions offer rich insights and exploration of your chosen destination. Our expert Discovery Team of activity guides, marine biologists, historians, geologists and expert local guides accompany guests and share their knowledge from their local experience and in-depth research of the regions.

Premium Beverages

Unlimited beverages are included any time of the day. Choose from more than 100 whiskeys from around the world, premium spirits and an excellent selection of fine wines*. Enjoy custom-made cocktails or mocktails, complimentary mini-bar restocked daily.

Unrivalled Dining Experiences

Enjoy up to 10 truly all-inclusive dining experiences ranging from relaxed café style dining to ‘by invitation only’ private dégustation. New menus are created each day that draw from more than 3,000 recipes to take you on a culinary journey inspired by your destination.

Scenic Enrich & Scenic Freechoice

Enjoy unique and exclusively handcrafted moments with Scenic Enrich experiences. Gain private access to iconic locations inaccessible to the ordinary traveller. Choose from a wide range of Scenic Freechoice activities, meticulously curated to cater to your fitness level and interest.

Scenic Stopovers

A Temple in the Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand

B Gardens by the Bay, Singapore

C Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Before you arrive at your destination, enjoy a stopover in one of our many exciting destinations, adding another dimension to your adventure of a lifetime.

Break up your long haul flight and enhance your journey by including an outbound or inbound stopover. Choose from one of our exciting locations and stay in great, centrally located hotels, allowing you the luxury of free time to explore.

Choose from a selection of exceptional hotels in Singapore or Bangkok, further details can be found on pages 92-94.

Stopover destinations and flight options

Your stopover will include return transfers between the airport and hotel as well as superior hotel accommodation with a full breakfast each day.

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REGIONAL

Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle or Glasgow with Emirates

Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle or Glasgow with Emirates

Manchester Manchester Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle or Glasgow with Emirates

Manchester Manchester Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Manchester, Newcastle, Leeds Bradford, Glasgow

ULTIMATE NEW ZEALAND, ROYAL NEW ZEALAND AND NEW ZEALAND

Manchester

Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle or Glasgow with Emirates

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Please note: Not all flights are direct and may transit through other points, please call for details. Flight routes and operational dates are subject to change. Regional airports offered by Emirates do not route via London Heathrow. Singapore Airlines flights departing from Manchester are not operational daily and are subject to availability. Supplements may apply for regional airport departures.

Airline and stopover information: Airline travel is based on a specific class of seat, which are limited in number on each flight. We recommend booking early to avoid paying a supplement. Please note that airlines release their availability approximately 10 months prior to departure dates. Stopover accommodation is based on a specific category of room and is subject to availability. Stopovers are unescorted by a Scenic Tour Director. For more information on stopovers please see pages 92-94. Please call one of our expert team for more information.

Seamless travel is integral to your journey, so we’ve made getting to and from your destination easy and comfortable. If you prefer, our team are on hand to make your travel arrangements for you, to ensure you arrive feeling ready for your trip.

Airlines you can count on Flexibility and choice is key when it comes to travel arrangements, which is why we offer a selection of flights via a range of established airlines.

In our continued commitment to your experience, we only use the best airlines to ensure your journey is as stress-free as possible if you choose to have our team book for you.

Departing from a number of UK airports, we aim to provide a seamless journey that is one of complete luxury and comfort.

Fly Business Class

Relax in an ultra-spacious cabin, enjoying superior in-flight entertainment options, delicious cuisine, and world-class hospitality.

Your spacious seat transforms into a fully flat bed and combines enhanced personal space with luxurious comfort.

Contact us today to find out more about upgrading your flight.

Internal Flights

We’ve scheduled internal flights so that you don’t have to endure lengthy drives or train journeys. A number of these flights will be operated by local airline, Jetstar.

AUSTRALIA

Vast desert outback, rocky mountain ranges, winding ocean roads and cosmopolitan cityscapes, take the Scenic route through Australia as the allure of true adventure beckons.

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Cosmopolitan capitals

In Melbourne and Sydney, nature and city living connect seamlessly. Trendy art-adorned alleyways lead on to world-class restaurants, while sandy beaches and lush parks graze the outskirts of vast metropolises.

Wine and gastronomy

From the chardonnay of the Yarra Valley, to the rich reds of McLaren Vale, the day’s fresh catch to barbecued bush foods, quality homegrown produce has always been at the heart of Australian cuisine.

Vast outback

At the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, Alice Springs is the gateway to the Northern Territory’s ancient outback, while Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park reveals the awe-inspiring monolith that is Ayers Rock, within.

Abundant wildlife

From the sea lion colonies of Kangaroo Island, to the Phillip Island penguin parade, the sea turtles of the Great Barrier Reef, to the kangaroos of Alice Springs. Australia is home to some of the world’s most unique wildlife.

Discover Australia

Contemporary cities spill out onto golden beaches and vast outback carpets thousands of miles of endless horizon. Where the Great Barrier Reef meets the great outdoors, and world-class wineries and authentic cuisine satisfy a taste for the unknown. It won’t take long to fall under Australia’s enchanting spell.

Cosmopolitan coastlines

Australia’s coastal cities boast their own unique identity and unmissable highlights. Sydney is the most iconic of all, a metropolis wrapped around one of the world’s most celebrated harbours and in close proximity to the world-famous Bondi Beach. Melbourne, considered the cultural capital, is a stylish sanctuary for artists and creatives alike, with its inspiring ocean road drives, treasured lanes and wildlife-rich island neighbours.

Flavours Down Under

Bold flavours, fresh seafood and hearty produce, Australia’s progressive culinary landscape is as diverse as it is flavoursome. From laidback barbecues to vineyard lunches and award-winning eateries, the land Down Under is recognised for its myriad of achievements in fine food, casual fare and world-class wines.

Striking landmarks

Thousands travel to Australia for its inspiring landscapes and striking natural beauty. The clear Queensland waters are home to the technicolour coral network of the Great Barrier Reef, one of the great natural wonders of the world.

Discover Tasmania

Tasmania

With its pristine wilderness, complex convict history and outstanding local produce, Tasmania is an island not to be missed. Hear stories about its intriguing history, meet with local wildlife and lead your taste buds on a delicious journey.

Food and drink

An unwavering focus on preserving the environment enables this tiny island state to cultivate much of its own fresh produce. Farmers markets, local eateries and friendly pubs are abundant, as well as finer high-end bars and restaurants.

A truly authentic gastronomic experience, here is where you’ll find Australia’s ‘finest cheddar’ in production at the Pyengana Dairy Company, as well as some of the country’s leading cool climate wines, ciders, whiskey and gin. Boutique breweries are all the rage, where producers can show off their wares during tasting sessions.

Nature and wildlife

Due to its size, it’s not difficult to venture into the differing environments. National Parks and World Heritage wilderness make up nearly half of Tasmania’s terrain and these are where you can expect to find mammals, birds and reptiles, some of which are unique to this area. Mt. Field National Park is the oldest, while the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park and Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park promises excellent views of Cradle Mountain on a clear day.

Very Best of Australia & New Zealand

11/13/23 Day Land Journey Melbourne > Auckland NEW

These generous lands of striking diversity promise proud tradition and endless adventure.

Take to the Great Ocean Road, as it winds along the Southern Ocean and walk amongst kangaroos during a Scenic Enrich excursion at a sanctuary in Alice Springs, before you visit the Red Centre for a sunset dining experience at Uluru. Take a helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef and view this technicolour wonder from above, before heading to Sydney to explore its iconic harbour.

A cruise on the ethereal Milford Sound introduces you to unique New Zealand. Witness the Franz Josef Glacier, go punting on Christchurch’s River Avon and unwind in the geothermal pools of Rotorua, before a Scenic Enrich Mãori experience. Venture behind the scenes of one the most-loved fantasy films, the Lord of the Rings, during a visit to Hobbiton™, and end your adventure in Auckland with an excursion to the black sandy beaches and rainforests of Waitakere Ranges.

Scenic Enrich experience

You’re invited to a dining experience set amidst an outdoor exhibit called Field of Light. The mesmerising artwork, created by Bruce Munro, will be created from thousands of bulbs planted in the desert surrounding Uluru in the outback. As the sun sets and the lights twinkle, you’ll enjoy canapés, complimentary drinks, and authentic Australian cuisine.

The Scenic Difference:

Visit the much-loved Kangaroo Sanctuary in Alice Springs on a guided tour at sunset

Discover Uluru’s Field of Light exhibition, during an exquisite dining experience

Fly by helicopter over the stunning Great Barrier Reef

Explore the tranquil beauty of the Blue Mountains on a day trip

Take a tour and discover the history and extraordinary secrets of the famous Sydney Opera House

Enjoy an unforgettable cruise on Milford Sound

Very Best of Australia & New Zealand

11/13/23 Day Itinerary Melbourne > Auckland

Day 1

Melbourne

Welcome to Melbourne.

You’ll be met at the airport by a Scenic Representative and transferred to the Pan Pacific hotel for a three-night stay.

Meals: D

Day 2

Melbourne

Spend your first day however you please. Why not visit one of the city’s many art galleries and museums, or head to Federation Square?

Enjoy dinner this evening at a local restaurant.

Meals: B.D

Day 3

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Freechoice: Take a trip to Phillip Island and see the penguin parade, take a ride down the Great Ocean Road, or explore the city’s treasures on a guided walking tour of the city. Explore the delights of Yarra Valley on a wine tasting tour or enjoy a Yarra River Cruise.

Meals: B

Day 4

Melbourne > Alice Springs e

Fly to Alice Springs and begin your adventure through the ‘Red Centre’ of Australia. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service and learn about medical services in the outback. Tonight, stay at Crowne Plaza Alice Springs. Enrich: Take a laid-back walk through the bush of the Kangaroo Sanctuary. A guide will be on hand to teach about the significance of the wildlife that inhabits the 90 acres of untouched land, founded by Chris Barnes, star of Kangaroo Dundee.

Meals: B

Day 5

Alice Springs > Uluru (Ayers Rock) te

Travel through Australia’s desert landscape before arriving at Uluru - Kata Juta National Park. Your two-night Special Stay is at Sails in the Desert.

Enrich: Tonight, you’re invited to a dining experience set amidst an outdoor exhibit called Field of Light. The mesmerising artwork, created by Bruce Munro, will be created from thousands of bulbs planted in the desert surrounding Uluru in the outback. As the sun sets and the lights twinkle, you’ll enjoy canapés, complimentary drinks, and authentic Australian cuisine.

Meals: B. D

Day 6

Uluru f

Freechoice: Watch the sun rise over Uluru, before choosing from several exciting activities; embark on an Uluru Highlights and Cultural Tour, or trek around the rock’s giant base. Alternatively, explore the desert by camel or join a dot painting workshop. This afternoon is yours to discover the mysteries of Kata Tjuta, followed by enjoying the sunset over Uluru from the viewing area.

Meals: B

Day 7

Uluru> Cairns

Fly to Cairns for a three-night stay in the Tropical North of Australia. This afternoon visit Rainforestation Nature Park located in the Kuranda Rainforest where you will have an opportunity to meet Australian animals and learn more about the Indigenous Culture through storytelling and performances. Enjoy a trip on Skyrail where you will get to see the rainforest from above. Your three-night stay is at the Pullman Reef Casino Hotel.

Meals: B

Day 8

Great Barrier Reef e

Travel to Port Douglas and take a catamaran to the Outer Barrier Reef. Snorkel amidst the labyrinth of coral with an instructor and enjoy the underwater observatory on a semi-submersible boat. Afterwards, a delicious lunch will be served on the pontoon. Enrich: One of the highlights of your trip will be taking to the skies for a short helicopter flight over the Great Barrier Reef. A bird’s eye view really puts this striking phenomenon into perspective, offering unrivalled views of the extensive network of coral below.

Meals: B.L

Day 9

Cairns f

Freechoice: Soar over the Atherton Tablelands on a hot air balloon flight at sunrise. Alternatively, enjoy an Australian wildlife experience at Hartley’s Crocodile adventures or a day trip to Cape Tribulation to experience the world’s oldest rainforest. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

Meals: B.D

Day 10

Cairns > Sydney t

Welcome to Sydney. Upon arrival you’ll check into the Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel for a three-night Special Stay, a short stroll from the harbour.

Meals: B.D

Day 11

Sydney f

Freechoice: Visit Taronga Zoo or take a day trip to the Blue Mountains discovering some local wildlife along the way. Alternatively enjoy a Sydney sights tour.

Meals: B.

Day 12

Sydney

Start the day with an included tour of the famous Sydney Opera House, before taking the opportunity to discover the city independently. Stroll the famous Bondi and Bronte beaches or join a bushwalk through Sydney Harbour National Park.

Optional tour

Why not take in the best views of Sydney Harbour with a Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb (additional expense, please book prior to departure).

Meals: B

Day 13

Sydney > Queenstown, New Zealand

Early this morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Queenstown. Enjoy a three-night stay at the Millennium Hotel or similar. The afternoon is yours to spend at your leisure, taking in the magnificent views of the lake and the Remarkables Mountains.

Meals: B.D

13 Day Melbourne to Sydney guests transfer to Sydney airport after breakfast (Journey code: DGAU). 11 Day Queenstown to Auckland guests join here (Journey code: DGNZ).

Day 14

Queenstown

Journey to Fiordland National Park for an unforgettable cruise on Milford Sound. The sublime landscape is an isolated utopia, carved by ancient glaciers.

Meals: B.L

Day 15

Queenstown f

Freechoice: Take the Dart River Wilderness Jet or tour local wineries. Alternatively feel exhilarated on the Shotover jet, or take a 4WD tour of Skippers Canyon. Ride the Skyline Gondola for views of Queenstown or experience a safari of the scenes.

Freechoice Dining: Take a steamship cruise on TSS Earnslaw and enjoy dinner at Walter Peak, dine at a local restaurant or simply relax at the hotel’s restaurant.

Meals: B.D

Day 16

Queenstown

> Franz Josef

Travel to the West Coast and stop at the Haast River for a jet boat ride. Arrive in Franz Josef and stand in wonder at Franz Josef Glacier with its ever-changing face. Stay overnight at the Te Waonui Forest Retreat.

Optional tour

Take a helicopter flight over Franz Josef or Fox Glacier and experience the wonder of landing in this natural alpine landscape (additional expense, please book prior to departure).

Meals: B. D

Very Best of Australia & New Zealand

11/13/23 Day Itinerary Melbourne > Auckland

Day 17

Franz Josef

> TranzAlpine

> Christchurch

Visit the home of New Zealand’s native greenstone, Hokitika. Join the TranzAlpine this afternoon for your rail journey across the Southern Alps back to Christchurch, considered one of the top six train journeys in the world. Enjoy a two-night stay at the Crowne Plaza Christchurch or similar, situated just moments from Cathedral Square and Hagley Park.

Meals: B.D

Day 18

Christchurch f

Freechoice: Go punting on the tranquil River Avon or explore the nearby Botanical gardens. Visit the award-winning Antarctic Centre for a truly immersive experience, or if you’d prefer, embark on a sightseeing tour of the city.

Meals: B

Day 19

Christchurch

> Rotorua

After transferring to the airport and flying to Auckland in the North Island, you’ll travel to Rotorua for a two-night stay at the Millennium Hotel Rotorua or similar.

Meals: B

Day 20

Rotorua fe

Be amazed by Rotorua’s unique geothermal activity during a visit to Te Puia. Freechoice: Embark on an amphibious duck tour of Rotorua’s city and lakes or take a nature discovery treewalk. If you’d prefer, you can relax in the region’s famous geothermal pools on a Polynesian Spa Day or enjoy a ride on the gondola to Skyline with an opportunity to taste local wines.

Enrich: This evening, you’ll be warmly welcomed at Te Pa Tu by local Mãori people, who will put on an insightful cultural show before telling stories of their ancestors. A delicious dinner will then be served, which has been cooked using a traditional Hangi.

Meals: B.D

Day 21

Rotorua > Auckland

This morning visit the National Kiwi Trust. Discover the award-winning Hobbiton™ movie set on a guided tour with lunch, and experience the real Middle-earth™, where, in the heart of the Waikato region, you can step into the lush pastures of the Shire™, as seen in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies. Later, continue to Auckland for a two-night stay at the waterfront M Social hotel.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 22

Auckland f

Today, Auckland is yours to discover.

Freechoice: Explore the wine and cuisine of Waiheke Island or sail on an authentic America’s Cup yacht. Visit the Waitakere Ranges and stroll the black sand beaches, or explore the city of Auckland on a guided tour. Visit Auckland’s latest attractions - Weta Workshops Revealed and the All Blacks Experience or join a food walking tour around Auckland.

Meals: B.D

Day 23

Auckland

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home. If you’re not ready for your journey to end, we can arrange an inbound stopover in Singapore or Bankok, see pages 92-95 for details (extra expense).

Meals: B

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the journey will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 104-107 for further information.

Handcrafted inclusions:

All airport and hotel transfers within Australia and New Zealand

Fully escorted small group land journey

4 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences e

Your choice of 38 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining f

2 memorable Scenic Special Stays t

37 meals - 22 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L) and 12 dinners (D)

Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides

All excursions and entrance fees

All tipping and gratuities

2024/25 PRICING & OFFERS

Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia

S 33° 85’ E 151° 21’

Outback Landscapes

A magical tri-state journey of discovery

Experience Australia’s vast and beautiful iconic states during this unforgettable 15-day journey. From the country’s bustling cultural capital Melbourne to the barren otherworldly landscape of Broken Hill onto Kangaroo Island, your every sense will be delighted as you unearth a new Australian wonder every day.

Be amazed at endearing wildlife and awe-inspiring natural landscapes and indulge in the up-and-coming vibrant food and wine culture. Journey back in time and explore the home of the gold rush, Bendigo, and be inspired by the creation of the Flinders Ranges and its significance to the traditional owners of the land at Wilpena Pound. There’s so much to do and see that even the most seasoned traveller will be impressed.

15 Day Land Journey

Day 1

Melbourne t

Welcome to Melbourne, Victoria’s capital, renowned for its sporting events, café culture and breathtaking natural wonders. Regarded by many as the world’s most liveable city and referred to as Australia’s cultural capital, it is the birthplace of Australian Impressionism and Australian Rules football. From the airport, you will be transferred to your Special Stay at the Sofitel Melbourne.

Meals: D

Day 2

Melbourne > Mildura

This morning, visit Bendigo, a town built by immigrants who came for the gold rush - the money from this era turned Bendigo into a grand city of

Melbourne > Adelaide

architectural elegance. Travel through Mallee country with low scrub before stopping in Mildura. Located on the banks of the Murray River, the city produces most of Victoria’s citrus fruits. Your overnight stay is at Quality Hotel Mildura Grand.

Meals: B.D

Day 3

Mungo > Broken Hill

Today we visit the World Heritage-listed Mungo National Park and meet our park ranger for a guided tour. You’ll see the famous Mungo Lunette, formed by sand swept up from the dried-up lake floor and dumped on the shoreline, now the site of the iconic ‘Walls of China’, carved from layers of the lunette and spectacular to view.

Stop in the town of Wentworth, where the mighty Murray and Darling Rivers meet. It’s north to the town of Broken Hill, site of the world’s richest deposits which led to the establishment of BHP. Your three-night stay will be at the Broken Hill Resort.

Meals: B.D

Day 4

Broken Hill

Visit the outback ghost town of Silverton, scene of over 140 films and commercials. Spend time strolling around the restored gaol, art galleries and the Silverton Hotel before a visit to the Mad Max Museum. At the Daydream Mine, you will experience life back in the early mining days. Visit the Royal Flying Doctors Service before enjoying a milkshake from the famous Bells Milk Bar.

Meals: B.D

Day 5

Broken Hill

See and learn about the artwork of Pro Hart during a tour in the Ant Hill Gallery. Visit the small town of Menindee, located on the banks of the Darling River and home to the Menindee Lakes. Enjoy the sunset at the spectacular Living Desert Sculptures Outdoor Museum.

Meals: B.D

Day 6

Broken Hill > Wilpena Pound s

Say goodbye to NSW as you cross the border and enter South Australia. Travel through remote Saltbush country on the Barrier Highway through the towns of Peterborough and Hawker. Enter Flinders Ranges National Park for your two-night stay at Wilpena Pound Resort.

Sunset Drinks: Watch the sunset with a drink in hand from Stokes Hills, which offers spectacular panoramic views of Wilpena Pound and the surrounding ranges.

Meals: B.D

Day 7

Wilpena Pound e

Optional flight

Optional flight over Wilpena Pound available today.

(Additional expense). With rugged mountain scenery, peaceful gorges and a huge array of wildlife and flora, the Flinders Ranges is a wonderful showcase of the Australian outback.

Enrich: In a 4WD, venture with your local guide to Wilpena Pound. Hear stories about the ‘The Meeting Place’, home to the Adnyamathanha people for tens of thousands of years, then preserved as a natural enclosure by early pastoralists.

Meals: B.D

Day

Day 8

Wilpena Pound >

Adelaide

Travelling south, today we stop in Port Augusta, situated on the quiet waterways of the Spencer Gulf. Visit the Wadlata Outback Centre and journey through the ‘Tunnel of Time’ to learn about life in the outback. Then travel to Adelaide, South Australia’s capital, renowned for its gourmet delights and thriving arts scene. Your home for the next three nights is the Intercontinental Hotel.

Meals: B.D

Day 9

Barossa Valley

Travel to one of Australia’s oldest wine producing regions, Barossa Valley, and spend the day discovering its famous drop. Visit Maggie Beer’s farm shop and pick up some culinary tips during a cooking demonstration, before the chance to try wine with lunch at Seppeltsfield. Take a vineyard tour of the award-winning Jacob’s Creek Winery and then return to Adelaide.

Meals: B.L

Day 10

Adelaide f

Freechoice: Discover the history and culture of Adelaide on a walking tour or taste your way through the Adelaide Central Markets tour. Alternatively, choose between an Adelaide city sights tour, which includes the famous and newly renovated Adelaide Oval and a Torrens River cruise, or a visit to Adelaide Zoo.

Meals: B.D

Day 11

Adelaide >

Kangaroo Island s

Journey south today to the Fleurieu Peninsula, where rolling hills are complemented by rugged clifftops and sandy beaches. We’ll stop in McLaren Vale and visit the d’Arenberg Cube, a five-storey contemporary glass structure that almost appears to float amongst the vineyards. Board your ferry ride to Kangaroo Island. Your accommodation here will be at the Seafront Hotel for the next three nights.

Sunset Drinks: Unwind over an evening drink while looking out to the stunning views of the beach before dinner tonight.

Meals: B.D

Day 12

Kangaroo Island

Be inspired by the scenery at Flinders Chase National Park – you will find that Admiral’s Arch and Remarkable Rocks are great photo opportunities. A special encounter awaits at Seal Bay, home to the third-largest sea lion colony in Australia. Meet your conservation guide for a walk amongst the seals; locals say that if you are quiet, you might even hear them talking.

Meals: B.D

Day 13

Kangaroo Island e

Enrich: Tantalise your taste buds as your local epicurean guide introduces you to the magnificent taste for which Kangaroo Island is famous. Sample gourmet cheese, honey and wine for the unique flavours of this amazing island.

Meals: B.L

Day 14

Kangaroo Island > Adelaide et

Your ferry trip this morning will bring you back to the mainland and onto Adelaide. Enrich: Meet the winemakers at Gemtree Wines, rated the ‘World’s Best Winery for Sustainable Wine Tourism’ in 2019.

Discover through an interactive experience at the Biodynamic hut all about biodynamic viticulture and finish your visit with a taste of locally sourced snacks. Continue to Glenelg, a beach side suburb of Adelaide where you will enjoy an overnight Special Stay at the Stamford Grand Hotel.

Meals: B.D

Day 15

Adelaide

It is time to say goodbye to your newfound friends and head home, taking wonderful memories with you.

Meals: B

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the journey will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 104-107 for further information.

Handcrafted inclusions:

All airport and hotel transfers within Australia

3 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences e

Your choice of 4 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining f

2 memorable Scenic Special Stays t

2 Scenic Sunset Drinks events s

28 meals - 14 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 12 dinners (D)

Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides

All excursions and entrance fees

All tipping and gratuities

Ultimate Tasmania

13 Day Land Journey Hobart > Hobart

A treasure trove of delights

A great passion for nature, history, culture and food defines this little island. With some of the world’s most magnificent untouched wilderness, an intriguing convict legacy, world-class galleries and artisan produce, Tasmania is a treat for the senses.

From the salty dockside Salamanca Point to the extraordinary art housed in MONA, you’ll fall in love with Hobart before heading south to the World Heritage-listed convict enclave of Port Arthur. History and art combine with a visit to the incredible ‘Wall in the Wilderness’, before you go deep into nature with visits to the Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers and Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Parks.

Explore many of the quaint little towns scattered across the island, sampling the finest in Tassie hospitality before heading back to the wilds of Freycinet National Park. The extraordinary Wineglass Bay will capture your imagination before you make your way back to lovely Hobart.

Smithton Stanley Burnie Sheffield

Helens Pyengana

Strahan

1

Cruise the Gordon River on the new Spirit of the Wild, a vessel with state-of-the-art hybrid propulsion system, allowing for quiet cruising through this magnificent World Heritage-listed wilderness area. Enjoy a new and enhanced character-based interpretation program and a menu featuring some of the best in Tasmanian produce.

The Scenic Difference:

Appreciate the silence of Gordon River on your cruise through Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park

Enjoy views of Salamanca from your hotel room in Hobart

Taste Hellyers Whiskey during your visit to the Hellyers Road Distillery

See the work of the convicts and Australia’s oldest bridge in Richmond

Wander the peaceful and quaint coastal towns of Burnie and Penguin

Ultimate Tasmania

13 Day Itinerary Hobart > Hobart

Day 1

Hobart

tWelcome to Hobart and the Apple Isle. Your two night Special Stay at the dockside Hotel Grand Chancellor in Harbour View Rooms includes a special Taste of Tasmania welcome dinner.

Meals: D

Day 2

Hobart

Delve into Tasmania’s convict past with a visit to World Heritage-listed Port Arthur. Your guided tour includes a cruise to the Isle of the Dead for a fascinating insight into the lives and deaths of Port Arthur’s past residents, both convicts and free settlers.

Meals: B

Day 3

Hobart > Strahan e

Visit the lush rainforest of Mt Field National Park, Tasmania’s oldest National Park, and the location of the spectacular three-tiered Russell Falls.

Enrich: Witness history in the making with your visit to the ‘Wall in the Wilderness’, a wood-carved history of the Central Tasmanian Highlands. A continuous work in progress, Greg Duncan has hand-carved a series of scenes into panels commemorating those who have shaped the area’s past and present. Travel to Queenstown before arriving in the picturesque village of Strahan for your two night stay at Strahan Village.

Meals: B.D

Day 4

Strahan

Cruise through the World Heritage-listed Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park. From the luxury of the Captain’s Premier Upper Deck, enjoy a gourmet lunch of local Tasmanian delicacies. This evening, see a performance of ‘The Ship That Never Was’, a play which highlights the history and classic characters of the convict era in Western Tasmania.

Meals: B.L

Day 5

Strahan >

Cradle Mountain

Keep your fingers crossed for clear skies this morning to be treated to magnificent views of Cradle Mountain and breathtaking reflections on Dove Lake. Hear the stories from your local guide about the intrepid early settlers of this area. Take in the pristine alpine vistas of Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, where you’ll enjoy your overnight stay at the Cradle Mountain Hotel.

Meals: B.D

Day 6

Cradle Mountain > Smithton

Leave the mountains for the coastal towns of Burnie and Penguin. Visit Hellyers Road Distillery and take the whiskey walk, learning about how whiskey is distilled and matured in Tasmania. Enjoy the rugged coastline on the way to the village of Stanley. Enjoy Tasmanian hospitality tonight as you stay at the Tall Timbers Hotel.

Meals: B.D

Day 7

Smithton >

Launceston

Visit the town of Sheffield and discover its history, geography, wildlife and people from the murals that are painted on the walls across town. Upon arriving in the charming city of Launceston, visit Cataract Gorge and ride the chairlift to take in its beautiful scenic views. Your two night stay is at the Peppers Silo Launceston.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 8

Launceston e

Enrich: Discover the grounds of Josef Chromy winery with a guided walk. This cool climate winery is well known for producing varieties of red, white and sparkling wines. Enjoy lunch with matching wines.

Meals: B.L

Day 9

Launceston >

Bicheno es

Journey to the coast via Legerwood and discover unique tree carvings, a memorial to World War I.

Enrich: Learn about the award winning cheeses from Pyengana Dairy Company, reputed to produce Australia’s finest cheddar, and delight your tastebuds with a delicious sampling. Enjoy your two night stay at the Beachfront Bicheno or similar.

Sunset Drinks: Enjoy a glass of Tasmanian Sparkling as the sun sets over Bicheno.

Meals: B.D

Day 10

Freycinet

National Park

Today visit the breathtaking Freycinet National Park, where you’ll discover this incredible wilderness.

Cruise on Wineglass Bay with its white sandy beaches and sparkling turquoise waters. Enjoy the views from Cape Tourville.

Meals: B

Day 11

Bicheno > Hobart et

Enrich: Visit the Tasmanian Wool Centre in the convict town of Ross. Your local guide will share stories of the town’s history and the influence of its first export –wool.

Stop in Richmond and see Australia’s oldest bridge, built by convict labour. During a visit to Bonorong National Park meet Tasmania’s shy and elusive Tasmanian devil, before arriving back at the Hotel Grand Chancellor in Hobart for a two night Special Stay.

Meals: B

Day 12

Hobart f

Freechoice: Choose from a range of Hobart attractions. Enjoy a bus tour viewing some of Hobart’s main highlights or visit the Huon Valley and walk amongst the fruit orchards. Alternatively, cruise on the MONA ferry and enjoy a tour of the Museum of Old and New Art, take a distillery tour into the Derwent Valley or cruise the Derwent River to see Australia’s oldest light house.

Toast your adventures during tonight’s farewell dinner at the Drunken Admiral Restaurant.

Meals: B.D

Day 13

Hobart

It’s time to say farewell to new friends and the wonders of Tasmania.

Meals: B

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the journey will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 104-107 for further information.

Bay, Freycinet National Park

Extend your journey

Extend your journey with a full day award-winning tour and cruise to Bruny Island (at additional cost, please book prior to departure. Available before or after your tour).

Handcrafted inclusions:

All airport and hotel transfers within Tasmania

Fully escorted small group land journey

4 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences e

Your choice of 5 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining f

2 memorable Scenic Special Stays t

1 Scenic Sunset Drinks event s

22 meals - 12 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L) and 7 dinners (D)

Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides

All excursions and entrance fees

All tipping and gratuities

2024/25 PRICING & OFFERS

NEW ZEALAND

Kia Ora and welcome to Aotearoa, the ‘land of the long white cloud’. From the spectacular scenery of the far north to the dramatic wilderness of its southernmost reaches, New Zealand is yours to discover.

Mount Cook

S 37° 33’ E 78°

Nature’s masterpiece

From towering snow-capped mountains and glistening turquoise lakes to bubbling geysers and the greenest farmland, New Zealand is breathtakingly beautiful.

A wealth of unique wildlife

Experience heart-warming moments and encounter New Zealand’s iconic Kiwi, other native birds and wildlife and the teams committed to protecting them.

Celebration of culture

Take an in-depth journey of discovery. Be immersed in the history, stories, and treasures of the Māori culture. Learn about Māori integration and achievements and enjoy traditionally inspired food.

Adventure is calling

Enjoy Shotover Jets through the Dart River Valley, Skyline Gondola rides over Queenstown or a kayak excursion in the stunning Milford Sound – feel exhilarated as you explore New Zealand’s iconic beauty.

Discover New Zealand

Charming towns frequented by friendly locals, immense landscapes inhabited by extraordinary wildlife and the powerful Mãori culture that still resonates today. New Zealand may be divided by north and south, but combine the two and you have the journey of a lifetime.

The North Island

The serene Bay of Islands attracts water lovers, from fishermen to sailing enthusiasts. Multicultural Auckland is the country’s largest city; it’s a place that demands you dig a little deeper to unearth the real charm of the region. In Wellington, the plentiful bars, cafés and museums are encircled by lookout hilltops and a craggy shoreline. Rotorua shies away from the metropolitan buzz, swapping modernity for authentic Mãori culture and substituting silver skylines with natural mineral pools, which are ideal for a relaxing Polynesian spa day.

The South Island

In between the cities and towns where locals dwell, great mountains, glimmering waterways and ivory glaciers fill the gaps. One of the best ways to navigate this eclectic landscape is by boarding the TranzAlpine railway and journeying through the magnificent Southern Alps, or by taking to the many rivers and lakes for a tranquil (or exhilarating) boat ride. Peace and tranquility is easily found on these bountiful lands.

A Indigenous flora and fauna

B Milford Sound

C Mãori Poi dance

D Geothermal activity, Rotorua

C

Walk on the wild side

Rudyard Kipling once described Milford Sound as the ‘eighth wonder of the world’. Now, this fusion of spectacular treasures is an adventurer’s playground, perfect for rural hikes, diving, kayaking and everything else in between. The conveniently accessible Franz Josef Glacier is a modern day slice of the Ice Age, easily explored with an expert guide. In Rotorua, orange-rimmed geothermal pools emanate clouds of hot steam. With so few people inhabiting this fertile land, so much of New Zealand remains perfectly unspoilt.

Ultimate New Zealand

19/24 Day Land Journey Auckland > Christchurch

The land of the long white cloud

A place of wild beauty and extraordinary friendliness, you’ll love getting to know New Zealand during a journey of wonder.

After falling in love with the ‘City of Sails’, Auckland, you’ll discover ancient kauri forests and the spectacular beauty and historical significance of the Bay of Islands. Explore Middle-earth™ before taking in the geothermal wonders of Rotorua. Continue with a visit to Wellington before hopping on a ferry to the South Island.

Sample crisp Sauvignon Blanc in its place of origin, and marvel at the diverse marine life along the East Coast before arriving in Christchurch. This city will delight visitors with its resilience and positive outlook before crossing the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine. Franz Josef Glacier is a highlight, as is the energy and passion of Queenstown, while waking up to the views of Milford Sound and Mount Cook will be a treasured memory for years to come.

Scenic Enrich experience

Meet the makers and sample fine New Zealand wines at the award-winning Mission Estate Winery in Hawke’s Bay. Established in 1851 by pioneering French Missionaries, Mission Estate is the birthplace of New Zealand wine.

The Scenic Difference:

Be awed by the beauty of Milford Sound

Walk through the redwood trees at Rotorua

Stay at the Hermitage Hotel with picturesque views of Mount Cook

Taste wine from New Zealand’s oldest winery at Mission Estate

Experience a traditional Maori dinner and welcome

Journey to the top of New Zealand, Cape Reinga

Ultimate New Zealand

19/24 Day Itinerary Auckland > Christchurch

Day 1

Auckland t

Kia Ora and welcome to Auckland for your two night Special Stay at the Grand Millennium Hotel. Celebrate the wonder of New Zealand at tonight’s welcome dinner.

Meals: D

Day 2

Auckland f

Freechoice: Sail on an authentic America’s Cup yacht or explore the wine and cuisine of Waiheke Island. Discover the black sand beaches of the West Coast, or join a small group sightseeing tour of Auckland. Alternatively, visit Auckland’s latest attractions the Weta Workshop Unleashed and the All Blacks Experience or join a food walking tour around Auckland.

Freechoice Dining: Choose between a sunset dinner yacht cruise, Orbit 360 at Sky City, or dinner at the hotel’s Grand Millennium Brasserie.

Meals: B.D

Day 3

Auckland >

Paihia es

Travel north towards the Bay of Islands and visit the Kauri Museum to learn about the history of the local pioneers.

Enrich: See the mighty T-ane Mahuta kauri tree and listen to stories about the ‘Lord of the Forest’.

Sunset Drinks: Relax over an evening drink watching the sunset at Copthorne Bay of Islands.

Your base for the next three nights is at the Copthorne Bay of Islands or similar.

Meals: B.D

Day 4

Paihia f

Freechoice: Take a lunch cruise or enjoy a ferry ride to Russell. Alternatively, discover the bay on a scenic cruise and journey through the Hole in the Rock (weather permitting), or join a Taste of the Bay tour.

Meals: B.D

Day 5

Paihia e

Enrich: Journey to the top of New Zealand – Cape Reinga – and enjoy the thrill of travelling along Ninety Mile Beach.

Meals: B.L

Day 6

Paihia > Auckland e

Enrich: This morning, discover the Waitangi Treaty Grounds with a Maori guide. Learn first-hand the connection between art and nature at the Hundertwasser Art Centre, before your return to the Grand Millennium Hotel Auckland.

Meals: B

Guests on the 19 Day Scenic Splendour tour (Journey code: SHI) will join in Auckland today.

Day 7

Auckland > Rotorua

Visit the Hobbiton™ Movie Set before arriving in Rotorua, home of Maori culture and bubbling mud pools. Later, visit the National Kiwi Trust, before your two night stay at the Millennium Rotorua.

Meals: B.L

Day 8

Rotorua fe

Be amazed by Rotorua’s geothermal activity during a visit to Te Puia, before an experience on a nature discovery treewalk.

Freechoice: Take an amphibious duck tour or relax in the geothermal pools. Alternatively, enjoy the view from Skyline Rotorua while wine tasting.

Enrich: Tonight immerse yourself in Maori traditions at an authentic hangi dinner.

Optional flight

Take a floatplane flight over Mt Tarawera (additional expense, please book prior to departure).

Meals: B.D

Day 9

Rotorua >

Napier fe

Witness the force of nature at Huka Falls before seeing the magnificent Lake Taupo.

Freechoice: Take a walking tour of Napier’s Art Deco buildings, view the famous landmarks of Napier during a vintage car tour or discover a diverse range of animals at the National Aquarium.

Enrich: Meet the makers at a special wine tasting and dinner at Mission Estate Winery.

Enjoy your overnight stay at Scenic Hotel Te Pania or similar.

Meals: B.D

Day 10

Napier > Wellington

Head south to the town of Greytown in the Wairapa region. Continue to Wellington for a two night stay at Copthorne Oriental Bay.

Meals: B.D

Day 11

Wellington e

Enrich: Take an in-depth journey of Te Papa to discover the treasures and stories of New Zealand.

Meals: B

Day 12

Wellington > Blenheim f

Travel across the Marlborough Sounds to the South Island.

Freechoice: Enjoy a tasting at the home of Sauvignon Blanc or a visit to the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre.

Stay overnight at the Scenic Hotel Marlborough or similar.

Meals: B.D

Day 13

Blenheim >

Christchurch f

Drive along the spectacular East Coast where rugged mountains meet the ocean. Experience how Christchurch is recovering and enjoy a two night stay at Distinction Christchurch or similar.

Freechoice Dining: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant or at the hotel’s restaurant.

Meals: B.D

Day 14

Christchurch f

Freechoice: Go punting on the Avon River, take a Botanic Gardens Tour or enjoy a city tour. Alternatively, visit the seaside town of Akaroa or the International Antarctic Centre.

Meals: B

Day 15

Christchurch >

Franz Josef t

Join the TranzAlpine this morning for your rail journey across the Southern Alps. Stand in wonder at Franz Josef Glacier with its ever-changing face before your overnight Special Stay at Te Waonui Forest Retreat.

Optional flight

Take a helicopter flight over Franz Josef or Fox Glacier and experience the wonder in this natural alpine landscape (additional expense, please book prior to departure).

Meals: B.D

Day 16

Franz Josef >

Queenstown

Enjoy a ride on the Haast River before you arrive in Queenstown for your three night stay at the Millennium Hotel Queenstown.

Meals: B

Ultimate New Zealand

19/24 Day Itinerary Auckland > Christchurch

Day 17

Queenstown f

Freechoice: Take the Dart River Wilderness Jet, or tour local wineries. Feel exhilarated on the Shotover Jet or take a 4WD Skippers Canyon tour. Ride the Skyline Gondola for views of Queenstown or experience a safari of the scenes.

Freechoice Dining: Take a steamship cruise on TSS Earnslaw and enjoy dinner at Walter Peak, dine at a local restaurant or enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Meals: B.D

Day 18

Queenstown

Enjoy a day at leisure to discover Queenstown.

Meals: B

Day 19

Queenstown >

Milford Sound t

Visit the lakeside town of Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park. Enjoy an overnight Special Stay on board the Milford Mariner amidst the majesty of Milford Sound.

Meals: B.D

Day 20

Milford Sound > Dunedin t

Awake to breathtaking beauty in Milford Sound. Then immerse yourself in New Zealand’s oldest university city, Dunedin, with a two night Special Stay at the Distinction Dunedin.

Meals: B.D

Day 21

Dunedin f

Freechoice: Tour Larnach Castle or visit the breeding colony of Royal Albatross. Alternatively, take a heritage walking tour, cruise Otago Harbour or take a tour of Speights Brewery.

Meals: B

Day 22

Dunedin >

Mount Cook t

Visit the Moeraki Boulders, featuring huge spherical boulders scattered across a sandy beach. Enjoy a Special Stay at the Hermitage Hotel with Mount Cook view rooms.

Meals: B.D

Day 23

Mount Cook >

Christchurch te

Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd before returning to Christchurch for your Special Stay at The George Hotel or similar.

Enrich: Celebrate your adventures during an iconic tram ride.

Meals: B.D

Day 24

Christchurch

Bid farewell to New Zealand.

Meals: B

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the journey will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 104-107 for further information.

Handcrafted inclusions:

All airport and hotel transfers within New Zealand

Fully escorted small group land journey

7 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences e

Your choice of 42 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining f

6 memorable Scenic Special Stays t

1 Scenic Sunset Drinks event s

40 meals - 23 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 15 dinners (D)

Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides

All excursions and entrance fees

All tipping and gratuities

2024/25 PRICING & OFFERS

Royal New Zealand

16 Day Land Journey

A tale of two islands

Christchurch > Auckland

From south to north, the spectacular natural wonders never cease. With turquoise waters, ancient forests, sweeping mountainscapes and epic glaciers, New Zealand is and always will be, breathtaking.

Start on the South Island in Christchurch, a city reimagining itself. Experience the amazing TranzAlpine railway and stand in awe before Franz Josef Glacier. Soak up the adrenaline of Queenstown and savour the beauty of Milford Sound.

In the North Island, your Scenic Freechoice option in Rotorua gives you a chance to marvel at the bubbling geothermal activity. Explore the ‘City of Sails’ and sail across Auckland Harbour, a beautiful way to end your 16 days of delight and exploration.

Ferry 1 Overnight Rail Land

Scenic Enrich experience

The film of ‘Ata Whenua – Shadowland’ takes you on an unforgettable journey through the expansive beauty of the dramatic Fiordland landscape, across the extremes of season, climate and terrain.

The Scenic Difference:

Delight in the spectacular scenery on one of the famous train rides of the world – the TranzAlpine

View the bubbling mud during a visit to Te Puia

Experience a special screening of ‘Ata Whenua –Shadowland’, an unforgettable journey over the World Heritage-listed wilderness

Visit the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and enjoy a luncheon banquet

Experience a traditional Maori dinner and welcoming as part of your visit to Te Pa Tu

Visit the magnificent Lake Taupo

Royal New Zealand

16 Day Itinerary Christchurch > Auckland

Day 1

Christchurch

Kia Ora and welcome to Christchurch for a two night stay at Distinction Christchurch. The wonder of New Zealand begins here. Celebrate the start of your journey with a welcome dinner.

Meals: D

Day 2

Christchurch f

Freechoice: Go punting on the Avon River, take a Botanic Gardens Tour or a city tour of Christchurch. Alternatively, visit the seaside town of Akaroa or the International Antarctic Centre – the choice is yours.

Meals: B

Day 3

Christchurch >

Franz Josef t

Join the TranzAlpine this morning for your rail journey across the Southern Alps. Visit the home of New Zealand’s native greenstone, Hokitika. Stand in wonder at Franz Josef Glacier with its ever-changing face before your overnight Special Stay at Te Waonui Forest Retreat.

Optional flight

Take a helicopter flight over Franz Josef or Fox Glacier and experience the wonder of a landing in this natural alpine landscape (additional expense, please book prior to departure).

Meals: B.D

Day 4

Franz Josef >

Queenstown

Enjoy a ride on the Haast River Jet boat before you arrive in Queenstown for your two night stay at the Scenic Suites.

Meals: B

Day 5

Queenstown f

Freechoice: Wilderness and adventure beckon on the Dart River, or enjoy a guided tour of local wineries. Alternatively, feel exhilarated on the Shotover Jet, take a 4WD Safari of the Scenes tour exploring ‘The Lord of the Rings’ filming locations. Ride the Skyline Gondola for views of Queenstown or opt for a guided tour through Skippers Canyon.

Freechoice Dining: Take a steamship cruise on TSS Earnslaw and enjoy dinner at Walter Peak, dine at a local restaurant or enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Meals: B.D

Day 6

Queenstown >

Te Anau es

Visit the lakeside town of Te Anau, the gateway to Fiordland National Park.

Enrich: Experience a special screening of ‘Ata Whenua –Shadowland’. Also known as ‘Fiordland on Film’, this short movie takes you on an unforgettable journey over the World Heritagelisted wilderness. Your base for your two night stay is the Distinction Hotel and Villas in Te Anau.

Sunset Drinks: Tonight enjoy a drink at your hotel as you watch the sunset.

Meals: B.D

Day 7

Te Anau

Travel to Fiordland National Park to witness the spectacular beauty of Milford Sound. Stand in awe of the towering cliffs, peaks and waterfalls.

Meals: B.L

Day 8

Te Anau >

Mount Cook t

See the fertile, sheep-filled farming land of Central Otago en route before soaking up the alpine landscape of Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. Enjoy a Special Stay at the Hermitage Hotel.

Meals: B.D

Day 9

Mount Cook >

Christchurch

Visit the Church of the Good Shepherd on the shores of Lake Tekapo. Travel through the patchwork countryside of the Canterbury Plains before arriving back in Christchurch for an overnight stay at Distinction Christchurch.

Meals: B

Day 10

Christchurch >

Wellington

Drive along the spectacular East Coast where rugged mountains meet the ocean. Travel in the ferry’s premium lounge across the Marlborough Sounds to start your discovery of the North Island. Discover the nation’s capital city Wellington with your two night stay at Copthorne Oriental Bay.

Meals: B

TranzAlpine train

Day 11

Wellington e

Enrich: Take an in-depth journey of Te Papa to discover the treasures and stories of New Zealand’s land and people.

Meals: B.D

Day 12

Wellington > Rotorua

Visit the magnificent Lake Taupo and then experience the force of nature at Huka Falls. Continue to Rotorua for your two night stay at the Millennium Rotorua.

Meals: B

Day 13

Rotorua fe

Be amazed by Rotorua’s geothermal activity during a visit to Te Puia.

Freechoice: Take an amphibious duck tour of Rotorua’s city and lakes or relax in the geothermal pools. Alternatively, take a nature discovery treewalk or enjoy wine-tasting and the skyline gondola.

Enrich: Immerse yourself in Maori traditions at an authentic hangi dinner.

Optional flight

Take a floatplane flight over Mt Tarawera (additional expense, please book prior to departure).

Meals: B.D

Day 14

Rotorua > Auckland t

This morning visit the National Kiwi Trust. Enjoy the scenery of the rolling hills and farmlands of the Waikato region. Visit the Hobbiton™ Movie Set before arriving in the ‘City of Sails’ this afternoon for your two night Special Stay at the Grand Millennium Auckland.

Meals: B.L.D

Day 15

Auckland f

Freechoice: Sail on an authentic America’s Cup yacht or explore the wine and cuisine of Waiheke Island. Discover the black sand beaches of the West Coast, or join a small group sightseeing tour of Auckland. Alternatively, visit Auckland’s latest attractions the Weta Workshop Unleashed and the All Blacks Experience or join a food walking tour around Auckland.

Meals: B.D

Day 16

Auckland

It’s time to bid a fond farewell to your new friends and the wonders of New Zealand.

Meals: B

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the journey will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 104-107 for further information.

Handcrafted inclusions:

All airport and hotel transfers within New Zealand

Fully escorted small group land journey

3 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences e

Your choice of 24 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining f

3 memorable Scenic Special Stays t

1 Scenic Sunset Drinks event s

26 meals - 15 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 9 dinners (D)

Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides

All excursions and entrance fees

All tipping and gratuities

2024/25

New Zealand Panorama

11 Day Land Journey Auckland > Queenstown

Mother Nature’s Magic

This is your chance to see New Zealand’s beauty for yourself and experience every moment to the fullest.

Setting out from Auckland, the ‘City of Sails’, take in New Zealand’s finest natural wonders as you head south over 11 days to Queenstown. New Zealand uniquely boasts a vast diversity of landscapes and panoramas – from towering snow-capped mountains and glistening turquoise lakes to bubbling geysers and the greenest of verdant farmland. During this journey, you will be fortunate to experience such staggering landscapes every day.

Along with the stunning backdrops, this journey offers the chance to explore some of New Zealand’s most iconic locations, the Hobbiton™ Movie Set and Rotorua’s geothermal pools. Your heart-warming Scenic Enrich experience will be at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve where you will encounter the Kiwi, other native birds and wildlife and learn of the conservation work the team is committed to.

Scenic Enrich experience

Meet the committed team at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve in Christchurch and encounter the resident Kiwi, other native birds and wildlife. As a wildlife reserve, protecting and educating the community about endangered species, is one of their most important roles.

The Scenic Difference:

Visit the magical Hobbiton™ Movie Set

Experience the Maori tradition of a hangi dinner

Explore the much photographed Church of the Good Shepherd on Lake Tekapo Toast to the stunning scenery during Scenic Sunset Drinks in Te Anau

Make friends with New Zealand’s national bird, the Kiwi

New Zealand Panorama

11 Day Itinerary Auckland > Queenstown

Day 1

Auckland t

Kia Ora and welcome to Auckland for a two night Special Stay at the Grand Millennium Hotel. Celebrate the wonder of New Zealand at a welcome dinner.

Meals: D

Day 2

Auckland f

Freechoice: Sail on an authentic America’s Cup yacht or explore the wine and cuisine of Waiheke Island. Alternatively, enjoy a foodie walking tour or discover the black sand beaches of the West Coast. Join a small group sightseeing tour of Auckland or visit Auckland’s latest attractions the Weta Workshop Unleashed and the All Blacks Experience. Freechoice Dining: Choose between a sunset dinner yacht cruise, Orbit 360 at Sky City or dinner at the hotel’s Grand Brasserie.

Meals: B.D

Day 3

Auckland > Rotorua

Visit the Hobbiton™ Movie Set before arriving in Rotorua, home of Maori culture and bubbling mud pools. Your base for the next two nights is at the Millennium Rotorua.

Meals: B.L

Day 4

Rotorua fe

Be amazed by Rotorua’s geothermal activity during a visit to Te Puia.

Freechoice: Take an amphibious duck tour or relax in the geothermal pools. Alternatively take a nature discovery treewalk or enjoy wine-tasting and the Skyline Gondola. Enrich: Immerse yourself in Maori traditions at an authentic hangi dinner.

Optional flight

Take a float plane flight to Mt Tarawera (additional expense, please book prior to departure).

Meals: B.D

Day 5

Rotorua > Christchurch e

Farewell New Zealand’s north island and fly to the garden city of Christchurch, the largest city on the picturesque South Island. Enrich: Discover the native birds of New Zealand during your tour at the family owned Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. See the native species of New Zealand including the Kiwi. Hear about the conservation work they are a part of, focusing on New Zealand native and endangered species. Your stay for the next two nights is at the Sudima Christchurch City.

Meals: B.D

Day 6

Christchurch f

Freechoice: Go punting on the River Avon, take the Botanic Gardens Tour or enjoy a city tour of Christchurch. Alternatively visit the seaside town of Akaroa or the International Antarctic Centre.

Meals: B

Day 7

Christchurch > Franz Josef t

Join the TranzAlpine this morning for your rail journey across the Southern Alps. Stand in wonder at Franz Josef Glacier with its ever-changing face before your overnight Special Stay at Te Waonui Forest Retreat.

Optional flight

Take a helicopter flight over Franz Josef or Fox Glacier and experience the wonder in this natural alpine landscape (additional expense, please book prior to departure).

Meals: B.D

Queenstown, South Island

Day 8

Franz Josef >

Queenstown f

Enjoy a ride on the Haast River Jet boat before you arrive in Queenstown for your three night stay at the Millennium Hotel Queenstown.

Freechoice Dining: Take a steamship cruise on TSS Earnslaw and enjoy dinner at Walter Peak or dine at a local restaurant.

Meals: B.D

Day 9

Milford Sound

Travelling along Milford Road is one of the finest alpine drives in the world. See broad grassy flats, dense rainforests and towering mountains, glacial lakes and alpine herb fields. Then cruise through the breathtaking beauty of Milford Sound, carved by glaciers over 100,000 years ago. Stand in awe as you cruise by towering cliffs, peaks and waterfalls. Milford Sound was described by Rudyard Kipling as the eighth wonder of the world.

Meals: B.L

Day 10

Queenstown f

Freechoice: Take the Dart River Wilderness Jet or tour local wineries. Alternatively feel exhilarated on the Shotover jet, opt for a guided tour of Skippers Canyon, take a 4WD Safari of the Scenes tour exploring ‘The Lord of the Rings’ filming locations or ride the Skyline for views overlooking Queenstown. Tonight, enjoy a farewell dinner showcasing New Zealand’s finest produce at your hotel.

Meals: B.D

Day 11

Queenstown

Bid farewell to wonderful New Zealand.

Meals: B

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the journey will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 104-107 for further information.

Handcrafted inclusions:

All airport and hotel transfers within New Zealand

Fully escorted small group land journey

2 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences e

Your choice of 25 Scenic Freechoice activities and dining f

2 memorable Scenic Special Stays t

19 meals - 10 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) and 7 dinners (D)

Expert Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides

All excursions and entrance fees

All tipping and gratuities

2024/25 PRICING

ULTRA-LUXURY OCEAN VOYAGES

Once-in-a-lifetime experiences await in prehistoric lands filled with dramatic landscapes and natural wonders. Swim with colourful fish in the Great Barrier Reef and see Indigenous rock art dating back to the Ice Age. Be in awe before cascading waterfalls in the Kimberley. With her world-class design, Scenic Eclipse II will take you through small inlets and secluded waterways inaccessible to the ordinary traveller.

The Kimberley

Verdant oases, thundering waterfalls, sky-high gorges, and ancient Indigenous rock art. Where the desert meets the sea, enjoy the captivating coastal scenery from rugged cliffs to serene bays. Paprika-coloured cliffs seem surreal against the iridescent azure sea.

Western Australia

Watch as the landscape evolves from the turquoise waters and red rust dirt in the north to expansive stretches of snow-white sand and some of the tallest forests in the world in the south.

North Island

At the northernmost tip of New Zealand, see where the Pacific Ocean meets the Tasman Sea. Sail through the beautiful Bay of Islands, the cosmopolitan port town of Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty region, and experience the captivating charm of Napier. Horizontal

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South Island

The South Island’s long coastline offers an extraordinary variety of sheltered bays, pristine lakes, and turquoise glacial rivers. Fiordland National Park’s landscape is lined with waterfalls cascading hundreds of metres and rainforests that cling to mountains.

Truly

All-Inclusive Ultra-Luxury

When you travel with Scenic you can be confident that every detail is taken care of, and our highly trained crew will anticipate your every need. Every single aspect of your comfort and peace of mind has been considered, including your airport transfers, all tipping and gratuities both onshore and on board, making your cruise a truly carefree experience.

An intimate, small ship experience for up to just 228 guests

Spacious all-verandah 6-star ultra-luxury suites

Personalised butler service for every guest and a close to 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio

Up to 10 culinary experiences, from casual to fine dining

The finest selection of included premium branded beverages, with a choice of over 100 whiskeys*

Indulgent 550m2 Senses Spa#, gym, Yoga and Pilates studio and Vitality Pools

Daily entertainment and education programs in the state-of-the-art theatre and Scenic lounge

Engaging on board lecture and education program

Swarovski Telescopes in the Observation Lounge and in-suite binoculars so you can be immersed in the breathtaking scenery

Immersive excursions led by a Discovery Team of up to 15 experts, and experienced local guides

Scenic Discovery excursions on Discovery Voyages

Included program of kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding on selected voyages

Exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences and personalised Scenic Freechoice experiences on selected voyages

All tipping on board and onshore

Complimentary Wi-Fi^

Best Available Fare

Cruise with Confidence

We appreciate that you have invested a lot of time into planning your holiday and we want to reassure you that, with Scenic, you can book with confidence. We are working closely with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and international government health agencies to ensure our protocols exceed the latest regulatory requirements.

Our Health & Safety Steering Committee ensure you can travel with confidence, safe in the knowledge that your wellbeing and safety are being taken care of to the highest standards.

(111O) departing 20 August 2025. Best Available Fare: Save up to 10% plus ‡Free Flights is valid when booking and paying in full 10 months before departure, or at time of booking if departure is within 10 months. Free Flights is up to £2,700 per person, which is dependent on itinerary, departure date and suite category booked. If the required air fare exceeds the set credit amount, additional charges will apply. Save up to 10% and Free Flights of up to £2,700 per person is based on a spa suite booking, on Australian Odyssey: Western Australia & The

The Abrolhos Islands, Australia

Australia’s Top End: Cape York & Arnhem Land

11 Day Cairns > Darwin

Northern Territory

Cobourg Peninsula Queensland

10

Cairns Cape York Thursday Island Wessell Islands

Cruise

start/finish

The Land of Plenty

Australian Odyssey: Western Australia & The Abrolhos Islands

15 Day Broome > Fremantle

Rowley Shoals

Montebello Islands

Exmouth

Bateman Bay

14 Sandy Cay, Creech Reef Willis Island

Dampier Archipelago

Broome Australia

Dirk Hartog Island

Denham

Abrolhos Islands Geraldton

Jurien Bay

Cruise

Be immersed in ancient indigenous culture and explore the natural wonders of Australia.

Day 1 Cairns, Australia

Day 2 Willis Island

Day 3 At sea

Day 4 Lizard Island

Day 5 Sandy Cay, Creech Reef

Day 6 Cape York >

Thursday Island

spread are a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the cruises will operate unaltered from the itineraries stated above. For full terms and conditions please visit sceniceclipse.com. Voyage Prices & Offers Voyage 201O Apr 30 2024 Full Fare from Flexi Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Best Available Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Suite Category Verandah £9,860 £9,395 £8,465 Deluxe Verandah £10,860 £10,345 £9,315 Grand Deluxe £11,560 £11,010 £9,910 Spa SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Panorama SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Grand Panorama SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Owner’s Penthouse SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Two-bedroom Penthouse SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Voyage Prices & Offers Voyage 111O Aug 20, Sep 3≤ 2025 Full Fare from Flexi Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Best Available Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Suite Category Verandah £13,595 £12,940 £11,630 Deluxe Verandah £14,710 £14,000 £12,580 Grand Deluxe £16,085 £15,310 £13,750 Spa £21,190 £20,155 £18,085 Panorama £35,130 £33,400 £29,935 Grand Panorama £35,785 £34,025 £30,495 Owner’s Penthouse £42,725 £40,615 £36,390 Two-bedroom Penthouse SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT 70 Scenic°

Day 7 At sea

Day 8 Wessel Islands

Day 9-10 Cobourg Peninsula

Day 11 Darwin

Fremantle

Cruise

start/finish

Wildlife, Beaches and Cultures

Teeming wildlife, pristine beaches and islands rich in history and culture make it a voyage you’ll remember forever.

Day 1 Broome, Australia

Day 2 Rowley Shoals

Day 4 Dampier Archipelago

Day 5 Montebello Islands

Day 6-7 Exmouth

Day 8 Bateman Bay

Day 9 Denham

Day 10 Dirk Hartog Island

Day 11 Abrolhos Islands

Day 12 Geraldton

Day 13 Jurien Bay

Day 14 Busselton

Day 15 Fremantle (Perth)

Kimberley’s Ancient Shores

The Kimberley Coast is a vast and ancient land.

Day 1 Darwin, Australia

Day 2 King George River

Day 3 Vansittart Bay

Day 4 Ashmore Reef

Day 5 Hunter River

Day 6 Bigge Island & Low Rocks

Day 7 Montgomery Reef & Raft Point

Day 8 Talbot Bay & Horizontal Falls

Day 9 Buccaneer Archipelago

Day 10 Lacepede Islands

Day 11 Broome

Magnetic Island, Australia

Reef

12 Day Auckland > Cairns NEW

DISCOVERY VOYAGE

Cairns

Magnetic Island

Percy Islands Whitsunday Islands

Great Keppel Island

Lady Elliot Island Lady Musgrave Island

11

Norfolk Island

Australia Australia Bay of Islands

Auckland

New Zealand

Coral Sanctuaries and Pristine Islands

Uncover one of the greatest nature spectacles on Earth, the Great Barrier Reef.

Day 1 Auckland, New Zealand

Day 2 Bay of Islands

Day 3 At sea

Day 4 Norfolk Island, Australia

Day 5-6 At sea

Day 7 Lady Elliott Island > Lady Musgrave Island

Day 8 Great Keppel Island

Day 9 Percy Islands

Day 10 Airlie Beach

Day 11 Magnetic Island

Day 12 Cairns

Cape York, Australia

Australia’s Top End: Cape York & the Great Barrier Reef

16 Day Darwin > Cairns NEW

DISCOVERY VOYAGE

Thursday Island

Hole in the Wall (Wessel Islands) English Company Islands

Cobourg Peninsula Galiwin’ku (Elcho Island)

Cape York

Busselton Jetty, Australia

Ultimate Kimberley Coastline, Western Australia & The Abrolhos Islands

25 Day Darwin > Fremantle NEW

Vansittart Bay

Ashmore Reef

Buccaneer Archipelago Lacepede Islands Hunter River Bigge

KingIslandGeorge River

Montgomery Reef Talbot Bay

Piper Islands

Sandy Cay

Yirrkala Davie Reef

Darwin Cairns

15 Australia

Port Douglas Cooktown Osprey Reef

Willis Island

Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay

The Land of Plenty

Day 1 Darwin, Australia

Day 2-3 Cobourg Peninsula

Day 4 Galiwin’ku (Elcho Island) > Wessel Islands

Day 5 English Company Islands > Yirrkala

Day 6 At sea

Day 7 Thursday Island

Day 8 Cape York

Day 9 Piper Islands

Day 10 Sandy Cay > Davie Reef

Day 11 Osprey Reef

Day 12 Cooktown

Day 13 Port Douglas

Day 14 Willis Island

Day 15-16 Cairns

Darwin 24

DISCOVERY VOYAGE The

Montebello Islands

Dampier Archipelago Exmouth

Rowley Shoals Bateman Bay

Dirk Hartog Island

Denham

Abrolhos Islands Geraldton

Jurien Bay

Busselton

Broome Australia

Fremantle

Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay

West Coast Discovery

Day 1 Darwin, Australia

Day 2 King George River

Day 3 Vansittart Bay

Day 4

Day 5

Ashmore Reef

Hunter River

Day 6 Bigge Island & Low Rocks

Day 7 Montgomery Reef & Raft Point

Day 8

Day 9

Day 10

Talbot Bay & Horizontal Falls

Buccaneer Archipelago

Lacepede Islands

Day 11 Broome

Day 12 Rowley Shoals

Day 13 At sea

Day 14 Dampier Archipelago

Day 15 Montebello Islands

Day 16-17 Exmouth

Day 18 Bateman Bay

Day 19 Denham

Day 20 Dirk Hartog Island

Day 21 Abrolhos Islands

Day 22 Geraldton

Day 23 Jurien Bay

Day 24 Busselton

Day 25 Fremantle (Perth)

Geysers,

Pure

Dolphins,

New Zealand In Depth

18 Day Queenstown > Auckland NEW

Auckland Nelson

Tauranga

Napier New Zealand

Gisborne

Wellington Kaiteriteri Kaikōura

Picton 11

1 Milford Sound Queenstown

Dunedin Oban, Stewart Island

Majestic Islands

Explore the North and South Islands in-depth as you journey from big cities to small villages. Enjoy extraordinary wildlife encounters and stunning scenery.

Day 2 Tauranga

Day 3 Gisborne

Day 4 Napier

Day 5 Wellington

Day 6 Kaiteriteri > Nelson

Day 7 Picton

Day 8 Kaikoura

CRUISE VOYAGE CRUISE VOYAGE The itineraries on this spread are a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Scenic cannot guarantee the cruises will operate unaltered from the itineraries stated above. For full terms and conditions please visit sceniceclipse.com. Deposit per person (required at time of booking): 20% of the cruise fare. All prices listed are per person, based on twin share and include port charges. All applicable discounts are included in the advertised cruise fare. International flights are not included as standard as part of your cruise fare, however, are available at an additional cost and as part of our offer set out below. Flexi Fare: Deposit required at time of booking. Flights are not included with this fare. Best Available Fare: Must be paid in full 10 months prior to departure, or at time of booking if less than 10 months prior to departure. ‡Flight credit is up to £1,500 per person for all cabin grades. Savings are based on cruise and cabin contents. If the required air fare exceeds the set credit amount, air surcharges will apply. Single Supplement price on application. Prices are correct as of 14 November 2023, please note a fuel surcharge may be applicable at time of full payment. For all terms and conditions please visit sceniceclipse.com. Voyage Prices & Offers Voyage 101Q Nov 8, Dec 5 2024, Dec 3 2025 Full Fare from Flexi Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Best Available Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Suite Category Verandah £9,645 £9,235 £8,410 Deluxe Verandah £10,520 £10,065 £9,155 Grand Deluxe £11,600 £11,090 £10,070 Spa £15,615 £14,905 £13,485 Panorama £26,565 £25,310 £22,795 Grand Panorama £27,080 £25,800 £23,230 Owner’s Penthouse £32,530 £30,975 £27,865 Two-bedroom Penthouse SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT Voyage Prices & Offers Voyage 201Q Nov 18 2024 Full Fare from Flexi Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Best Available Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Suite Category Verandah £13,295 £12,695 £11,495 Deluxe Verandah £14,570 £13,910 £12,580 Grand Deluxe £16,140 £15,400 £13,915 Spa £21,975 £20,945 £18,875 Panorama £37,905 £36,075 £32,415 Grand Panorama £38,655 £36,790 £33,055 Owner’s Penthouse £46,585 £44,325 £39,795 Two-bedroom Penthouse SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT 74 Scenic°

Day 9 Dunedin

Day 10 Oban

Day 11 Cruising Dusky Sound & Doubtful Sound

Day 12 Milford Sound > Queenstown

Day 13 Queenstown

Pristine Wonders

Day 1 Queenstown, New Zealand

Day 2 Queenstown > Milford Sound

Day 3 Cruising Doubtful Sound & Dusky Sound

Day 4 Oban

Day 5 Dunedin

Day 6 Akaroa

Day 7 Kaikoura

Day 8 Kaiteriteri > Nelson

Day 9 Picton

Day 10 Napier

Day 11

Wellington

Day 12 New Plymouth

Day 13-14 At sea

Day 15 Norfolk Island, Australia

Day 16 At sea

Day 17 Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Day 18 Auckland

Akaroa lighthouse, New Zealand

New Zealand Delights

12 Day Dunedin > Auckland NEW

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Kaiteriteri

Napier New Zealand

Kaikōura

Akaroa

Milford Sound

Oban, Stewart Island

Dunedin

Auckland Nelson Picton 11

Cruise Cruise start/finish 1 Overnight stay

Spectacular New Zealand

Day 1 Dunedin, New Zealand

Day 2 Oban

Day 3 Milford Sound

Day 4 Cruising Dusky Sound

Day 5 At sea

Day 6 Akaroa

CRUISE Voyage Prices & Offers Voyage 301Q Feb 23 2025 Full Fare from

Day 7 Kaikoura

Day 8 Kaiteriteri > Nelson

Day 9 Picton

Day 10 Napier

Day 11 Cruising White Island

Day 12 Auckland

VOYAGE Flexi Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from

Best Available Fare (Includes Flight Credit‡) from Suite Category Verandah £8,895 £8,485 £7,660 Deluxe Verandah £9,770 £9,315 £8,405 Grand Deluxe £10,850 £10,345 £9,325 Spa £14,865 £14,155 £12,735 Panorama £25,815 £24,560 £22,045 Grand Panorama £26,330 £25,050 £22,480 Owner’s Penthouse £31,780 £30,225 £27,115 Two-bedroom Penthouse SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT

Akaroa, New Zealand

Scenic Additional Journeys

Australia and New Zealand are as vast as they are beautiful. From the coastlines of Western Australia and the vivid reds of the Northern Territory, to the beauty of Milford Sound and the fascinating Mãori culture, these lands offer so much to explore.

In addition to the outstanding itineraries already featured in this brochure, we also have a selection of further itineraries if you cannot find exactly what you’re looking for in here. Call our friendly Land Journey Experts today on 0161 768 0126 or visit scenic.co.uk to find out more about these additional itineraries.

West Coast Discovery

Explore the incredible Pinnacles of Nambung National Park, meet the friendly dolphins of Monkey Mia and take a stroll along beautiful Shell Beach. Go coral viewing at Ningaloo Reef, and enjoy a variety of experiences, including riding a camel. Take an unforgettable cruise around the Kimberley region, discover the stunning Montgomery Reef, the Lacepede Islands, and the Prince Frederick Harbour, delighting in the waterfalls along your way.

Central Australia and the Ghan

Embark on one of the world’s most renowned and luxurious rail journeys, the Ghan, from Darwin to Adelaide, as you adventure through the country’s immense, diverse, and mesmerising interior. It is truly the ultimate Australian outback experience. Witness vastly different scenery in beautiful South Australia, delighting your taste buds at Adelaide’s excellent restaurants, and shopping for the perfect souvenir at its bustling markets.

From £5,195

Territory Explorer and The Kimberley

Uluru is a special place to visit, particularly when adorned by the ‘Field of Light’ exhibition. Delight in taking one of the world’s great train trips, the Ghan, before exploring Darwin and Katherine Gorge. The beauty of Yellow Water Billabong and the grace of the Ord River will take your breath away. Sink into the stories and marvel at the ingenuity of farmers and miners, then conclude on the beaches of Broome.

Scenic Additional Journeys

Treasures of the West Coast

Travel the coast from Darwin to the prehistoric beauty of Katherine Gorge, and be astounded by sparkling waters and deep sandstone cliffs, then find yourself in stunning El Questro Wilderness Park. Seek out wildlife, visit the world’s largest diamond mine and meet a traditional landowner. Ride a camel along Cable Beach or get up close with a Bottlenose dolphin in the waters of Monkey Mia, before arriving in Perth.

Historic Norfolk Island

From the fascinating history of Kingston to the hospitality and delicious fare from Bounty descendants, there’s plenty to delight on this South Pacific Paradise. Discover the wonder of Emily Bay or admire First Fleet artefacts in the maritime museum. Learn about the curious mix of English and Tahitian that forms the unique Norfolk language, and venture into the homes of three islanders for an entertaining dinner.

Top End & Kimberley Spectacular

Discover Kakadu National Park and visit billabongs, spot crocodiles, enjoy a dinner cruise on Katherine Gorge and spend time on the breathtaking Ord River. Journey along Gibb River Road to El Questro Wilderness Park and marvel at Chamberlain Gorge. Meet a landowner to hear his stories, then bid farewell to your new friends in Broome, but not before exploring the tropical waters and beaches of this gorgeous town.

Tour Code: KKA

Outback Queensland Adventure

Learn about the role a small town in Queensland played in World War II, find out what is so special about the shire of Cloncurry, taking home the prized Tambo Teddy, and travel to Winton, birthplace of the ‘Waltzing Matilda’. No Queensland experience is complete without a visit to Australia’s crowning glory, the Great Barrier Reef, and you will have many opportunities to explore its kaleidoscopic corals with an expert.

2024 Departures

Southern Spectacular

Beginning in Christchurch, you’ll have a chance to explore a city rejuvenating itself. Take one of the great rail journeys through the Southern Alps on the TranzAlpine before marvelling at the magnificent Franz Josef Glacier. Head to Queenstown, then greet a new day in serene Milford Sound, surrounded by the majesty of Fiordland National Park, and visit New Zealand’s oldest university city, Dunedin, with its Scottish heritage.

2024

Northern Explorer

Spend time sailing Auckland’s beautiful harbour, walking the black sand beaches of the west coast or taking in the sights on a city tour, before travelling towards the Bay of Islands. Here you’ll find Tãne Mahuta and enjoy the sweeping sunset over the bay. Visit the Waitangi Treaty Grounds before heading to the shooting geysers of Rotorua and learning about the Mãori culture. Visit Napier before concluding in the national capital, Wellington.

2024

Southern Highlights

From wild sweeping landscapes to fine wine and charming hospitality, this part of the world is a joy to explore. Christchurch will amaze and inspire, and Aoraki Mount Cook National Park is simply breathtaking. The TranzAlpine promises the trip of a lifetime, and there are no words to describe the mighty Franz Josef Glacier. Experience the spectacular Fiordland National Park where towering cliffs and crystal waterfalls will leave you awestruck, before exploring Queenstown.

Territory Explorer

Venture further afield to Kata Tjuta and Walpa Gorge, and be awed by the once-in-a-lifetime ‘Field of Light’ installation in Uluru. Visit the iconic Royal Flying Doctor Service and the School of the Air, both monumentally important in connecting outback Australia to the outside world. The luxurious cabins, fine dining and incredible panoramas that greet you on the Ghan will truly delight as you make your way to Darwin.

2024 Departures

Tour Code: AKD

LAND JOURNEY & TRAVEL INFORMATION

Read on for more information to help plan your journey with Scenic. Learn about our loyalty program, Scenic Club, important booking terms and conditions, our Scenic Freechoice excursions, the finest hotels, stopovers and Special Stays.

Scenic Club

Learn more about the benefits and rewards of Scenic Club. The more you travel with us, the greater the rewards, and membership is free. Be rewarded for doing what you enjoy most – creating memories with Scenic.

The Finest Hotels

Stay in luxurious hotels with excellent amenities, that complement your surrounds during your wonderful land journey with Scenic.

Special Stays

Experience remarkable properties that have been picked because they offer a unique hybrid of luxury, location and first-class facilities. What’s more, these extraordinary Special Stays are included in the price of your itinerary.

Stopovers

Break up your long-haul flight, and enhance your journey by including a stopover. Stay in great, centrally located hotels, allowing you the luxury of free time to explore the destination of your choice.

Enrich Your World with Scenic

For 38 years, the pursuit of wonder has led us to search more than 60 countries to create unique luxury itineraries.

Truly all-inclusive ultra-luxury river cruising Europe and South East Asia

Scenic’s 5-star Space-Ships are designed to navigate Europe’s rivers, whilst providing you with abundant space on board for a relaxing river cruise. With a maximum guest capacity of 163, Scenic Space-Ships provide a more personalised and intimate environment for guests to relax, make friends and enjoy our truly all-inclusive luxury philosophy. Enjoy thoughtful inclusions, such as Scenic Culinaire, a cooking school on board our ships sailing in the South of France and Bordeaux, and a Salt Therapy Lounge on board our ships sailing the Rhine, Main, Danube, South of France and Bordeaux regions. With Scenic, you’re sure to get the best unique experiences in 5-star luxury.

In South East Asia, Scenic’s 5-star luxury boutique ship, Scenic Spirit, cruises the Mekong River. Scenic owns and operates Scenic Spirit, so you can be assured it is of the highest luxury standard. Each suite is well-appointed with separate living and bedrooms areas, walk-in wardrobes, a private Scenic Sun Lounge and trademark Scenic Slumber Bed. A range of dining experiences, an extensive international beverage list, Scenic Enrich and Scenic Freechoice excursions are included, so you can enjoy a truly personalised experience.

Extraordinary ocean voyages

Antarctica, the Arctic, Europe & the Mediterranean, the Americas and more...

Scenic Eclipse, The World’s First Discovery Yachts™, has set the benchmark in ultra-luxury ocean cruising. Discover our handcrafted journeys around the world, from the untouched beauty of the Arctic, Japan and Antarctic regions, to the magnificent Norwegian Fjords, sun-drenched Caribbean and the history and cultures of South America and the Mediterranean. Scenic Eclipse provides truly all-inclusive luxury with up to ten dining experiences, the finest selection of premium beverages, spacious all-verandah suites, exclusive Scenic Enrich and Scenic Freechoice activities and much more. Scenic Eclipse offers the opportunity for voyages of discovery across the globe. Unrivalled exploration is made possible on board the yacht’s submersible – Scenic Neptune , two helicopters^, a fleet of Zodiacs and kayaks, accompanied by our Discovery Team of up to 20 members. And, an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest ratio and no more than 228 guests on board (200 in polar regions), enables an intimate cruising experience.

^Helicopter and submarine experiences at additional cost, subject to regulatory approval, availability, weight restrictions, medical approval and weather and ice conditions. Helicopter unable to operate in Japan and Indonesia. Submarine unable to operate in the Kimberley, New Zealand and Indonesia.

Unforgettable handcrafted land journeys

USA, Canada & Alaska, Japan, South Korea and more...

Scenic’s handcrafted land journeys are meticulously designed to capture the extraordinary wonders of your chosen destinations. The all-inclusive sightseeing and services of a dedicated Tour Director and knowledgeable local guides make the journey truly unforgettable. Via distinctive elements such as historic hotels for Scenic Special Stays and iconic, luxurious rail journeys to take in the scenery, Scenic’s land journeys are created to be wonderfully relaxing.

MEMBERSHIP & BENEFITS

The Scenic Club loyalty program rewards you for pursuing your passion for travel. You will gain access to exclusive offers and savings, like priority access, private transfers on pre-release handcrafted land journeys and ultra-luxury cruises, complimentary pre- or post-cruise hotel stays, and more.

Upon returning from your first cruise or land journey, you’ll automatically become a Scenic Club Gold member. Gold benefits include: £100 thank you voucher to be redeemed on your next ultra-luxury cruise or land journey*, priority booking on pre-release land journey or cruises, Scenic Club members-only events and exclusive access to Scenic Wonder eMagazine.

Members who collect 5,000 status points will be upgraded to Scenic Club Platinum. In addition to the benefits of Gold, your Platinum benefits include: Private transfers* and a complimentary pre or post hotel stay^.

Members who collect 10,000 status points will be upgraded to Scenic Club Diamond. In addition to the benefits of Platinum, your Diamond benefits include: Invitation to premium events, on board booking priority and private transfers with an extended travel distance allowance*.

Members who collect 25,000 status points will be upgraded to Scenic Club Emerald. In addition to all the benefits of Diamond, your Emerald benefits include: an additional thank you voucher to be redeemed on your next cruise or land journey (up to £150), upgraded hotel and extended transfer benefits^^ and invitations to premium events.

Accommodation Special Stays

With our range of Scenic Special Stays you will find yourself staying in hotels that are simply unlike any others – iconic properties remarkable for their location, character and heritage. Look for the Special Stays symbol on your itinerary indicating the locations of these outstanding properties.

Location Description

Adelaide Australia

Ayers Rock, Uluru, Australia

Stamford Grand Hotel

Stamford Grand Hotel Adelaide at Glenelg is one of Adelaide’s premier beachside resort. Located right on the beach in a popular seaside suburb, Stamford Grand Resort is accessed via Jetty Road’s vibrant retail 7-day trading strip.

Sails in the Desert

In the heart of Australia’s Red Centre, Sails in the Desert hotel beautifully contrasts Uluru’s raw natural beauty with a unique outback holiday experience. The visionary residence features a gumtree-lined swimming pool, brasserie-style restaurant and indigenous inspired rooms.

Hobart, Tasmania Hotel Grand Chancellor

Overlooking the Hobart Harbour, this polished hotel features modern rooms with water or mountain views and all the facilities you need to make your stay one of absolute comfort. Amenities include an upscale restaurant, a lounge, a 10th floor indoor pool and fitness facilities.

Location Description

Melbourne, Australia

Sydney, Australia

Auckland, New Zealand

Sofitel Melbourne on Collins

Located at the Paris-end of Collins Street in the heart of Melbourne, this chic, French-inspired hotel is home to a wonderful restaurant overlooking the Yarra River and Southbank, as well as a cocktail bar and elevated High Tea restaurant.

Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel

Set in the heart of the city, Sydney Harbour Marriott Hotel at Circular Quay boasts an ideal location to explore, only minutes from famous landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge; as well as the open-air markets of The Rocks and the shops of Pitt Street Mall.

Grand Millennium Auckland

A six minute walk from the Sky Tower and opposite the bustling Aotea Square, this wonderfully central hotel boasts an indoor heated swimming pool, stylish bar and Teppanyaki restaurant.

A Sails in the Desert, Uluru

B Franz Josef, Te Waonui Forest Retreat, New Zealand

Location

Franz Josef, New Zealand

Mount Cook, New Zealand

Description

Te Waonui Forest Retreat

At Te Waonui Forest Retreat, all focus has been on creating a healthy, environmentally safe habitat to maximise guests’ wellbeing. With an organic, rural ambience and first-class service, there’s no better place to take a deep breath and simply unwind.

Hermitage Hotel

The Hermitage is located in Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Village in the South Island of New Zealand. All rooms have en suites, tea and coffee making facilities, satellite TV, IDD telephones and fridges. Wireless internet is available in all hotel rooms and chalets.

Christchurch, New Zealand

The George

The George is a luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of Christchurch, and a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World group. Overlooking the picturesque Hagley Park and river Avon, just steps from the cultural precinct and other key attractions.

Location

Milford Sound, New Zealand

Dunedin, New Zealand

Description

Milford Mariner

For the ultimate Milford Sound experience, spend the night aboard the Mariner and wake up to the dawn of a new day in one of the most beautiful places on Earth. The cruise style is relaxed, allowing plenty of time to view the fiord’s spectacular waterfalls, rainforest, mountains and wildlife.

Distinction Hotel

The 1937 former Chief Post Office in Dunedin has been transformed into an elegant 4.5-star luxury hotel, located in the rejuvenated and vibrant Warehouse Precinct in the heart of the city.

Accommodation Hotel Directory

Scenic accommodation is all about luxury. We stay in the finest hotels in each of the locations we visit. Your hotel will always be central, often historic and, without exception, luxurious, so you can rest easy, wherever you are on your Scenic journey.

Location Description

Adelaide, Australia InterContinental Adelaide

Situated in the heart of Adelaide along the banks of the River Torrens, InterContinental Adelaide effortlessly blends luxury with comfort, and is in an unrivalled location for exploring the city.

Alice Springs, Australia

Crowne Plaza Lasseters Hotel

Lasseters is the centre of entertainment in Alice Springs with four restaurants, four bars, a sports lounge, poolside cafe and an international standard casino. Experience 4.5-star comfort and enjoy access to a resort-style pool and spa during your stay.

Cairns, Australia Pullman Reef Casino Hotel

The 5-star Pullman Reef Hotel Casino is Cairns’ most prestigious hotel, equipped with a roof-top swimming pool, gym, five restaurants and bars, boutique casino, and a unique Wildlife Dome. Each of their luxurious rooms has its own spa bath and garden balcony overlooking the city with mountain backdrop or water views.

Location Description

Kangaroo

Island, Australia

Melbourne, Australia

Seafront Hotel

Providing 4-star accommodation in an idyllic setting, Seafront Hotel offers a pristine environment, perfectly located for exploring wonderful Kangaroo Island, a totally unspoilt landscape with rocky outcrops, a stunning coastline and an abundance of wildlife.

Pan Pacific Melbourne

Conveniently located near the South Wharf district of Melbourne, the Pan Pacific is one of the best luxury hotels in Melbourne.

New South

Wales, Australia

Broken Hill - Broken Hill Resort

Uniquely located in the heart of the extraordinary frontier landscape of Outback New South Wales, Broken Hill Resort is set in a stunning heritage building, promoting a wonderful combination of rugged nature and comfort.

A Crowne Plaza Lasseters Hotel, Alice Springs

B Tall Timbers Hotel, Smithton, Tasmania

Location Description

Flinders Ranges, South Australia

Flinders Ranges - Wilpena Pound

Wilpena Pound Resort is a haven of warm outback hospitality located in the Flinders Ranges National Park. The resort’s 60 rooms blend effortlessly into the landscape and provide a comfortable accommodation base from which to explore the splendid Flinders Ranges.

Mildura, Australia Quality Hotel Mildura Grand

Quality Hotel Mildura Grand is superbly located in the heart of Mildura’s shopping and dining precinct, just a short stroll from the Murray River. The historic, landmark hotel offers character and charm with modern amenities and comforts.

Cradle Mountain, Tasmania

Cradle Mountain Hotel

Spectacularly located close to the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area and Cradle Mountain - Lake St. Clair National Park, the alpine accommodation of Cradle Mountain Hotel is the ideal base for an exploration of the Tasmanian Highlands.

Launceston, Tasmania Peppers Silo Launceston

Bringing history alive on the banks of the idyllic Tamar River, this unique heritage building, dating back to the 1960s is an iconic landmark converted into a sophisticated nine storey hotel providing a unique place to stay.

Location Description

Strahan, Tasmania

Strahan Village Hotel

Overlooking Macquarie Harbour, the scenic Strahan Hotel is surrounded by mature woodlands and exudes a humble, rustic charm. Amenities include a refined restaurant with exposed wooden beams and a relaxed bar, plus a garden with seating.

Bicheno, Tasmania Beachfront Bicheno

Opposite Waub’s Bay, the hotel offers wonderful ocean and pool view rooms and a bistro specialising in steak and seafood. Just a short walk from the beach, it’s close to Freycinet National Park and some of Tasmania’s award-winning vineyards.

Smithton, Tasmania

Tall Timbers Hotel

Tall Timbers Hotel is an award-winning property located in the small Tasmanian town of Smithton. The retreat boasts unique and stylish accommodation, designed to take advantage of the stunning rural views. Relax and unwind, take a walk around the lake or picnic in the grounds near the waterfall.

Location Description

Auckland, New Zealand

Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Blenheim, New Zealand

M Social Hotel

A contemporary hotel for the curious, the explorers and those who thrive on new experiences. Functionally chic, this contemporary hotel features rooms and suites designed for all travellers, and is overlooking the vibrant Princes Wharf that is home to a stunning array of dining, entertainment and shopping experiences.

Copthorne Hotel & Resort Bay of Islands

This hotel commands a superb waterfront location, offering uninterrupted views of 60 acres of subtropical gardens. Part of the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds, facilities include a spectacular free-form lagoon style swimming pool.

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

A multi-million dollar renovation in 2012 has left this contemporary 4-star property gleaming with style and comfort. Located in the heart of Marlborough, the hotel is just minutes from the centre of Blenheim and brings some of New Zealand’s finest food and wine virtually to your doorstep.

Location Description

Christchurch, New Zealand

Christchurch, New Zealand

Christchurch, New Zealand

Crowne Plaza

Located across from Victoria Square in the city centre, this contemporary space boasts views over the city, to the coast, hills and Southern Alps.

Distinction Hotel

Located in Cathedral Square, in the very heart of the city, you’ll be a pleasant stroll from some of Christchurch’s best restaurants and bars.

Sudima Christchurch City

This 5-star boutique hotel is ideally located on Victoria Street amidst an array of cafés, restaurants and bars. Only a stone’s throw from beautiful Hagley Park and Christchurch’s CBD, experience the ‘garden city’ in style at Sudima Christchurch City.

Franz Josef, New Zealand

Te Waonui Forest Retreat

At Te Waonui Forest Retreat, all focus has been on creating a healthy, environmentally safe habitat to maximise guests’ wellbeing. With an organic, rural ambience and first-class service, there’s no better place to take a deep breath and simply unwind.

Napier, New Zealand

Queenstown, New Zealand

Scenic Hotel Te Pania

This waterfront boutique hotel is in the heart of Napier. Looking out onto the Pacific Ocean, you’ll be perfectly positioned to explore the city, known for its tree-lined promenade and Art Deco landmarks, including the Daily Telegraph building.

Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Overlooking Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables mountain range, Millennium Hotel Queenstown sits in the heart of the city’s Central Business District. All rooms offer a peaceful place to stay and feature all the amenities you desire from a modern hotel.

Queenstown, New Zealand

Scenic Suites Queenstown

Scenic Suites Queenstown provides one of the most sought after locations for Queenstown hotels, offering fantastic views of the Southern Alps and over Lake Wakatipu. You’ll find yourself perfectly placed to take in the picturesque beauty of the city and beyond.

Rotorua, New Zealand

Te Anau, New Zealand

Wellington, New Zealand

Millennium Hotel Rotorua

This deluxe property is perfectly situated next to mystical Lake Rotorua, and just a swift walk from the city centre, restaurants and bars. Adjacent is one of the world’s best spas, set amidst the picturesque Government Gardens.

Distinction Hotel and Villas

Surrounded by extensive, colourful gardens and overlooking spectacular Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland ranges, this hotel sets the tone for a stay in one of the world’s most breathtaking regions.

Copthorne Hotel Oriental Bay

The Copthorne Hotel Oriental Bay overlooks one of the most beautiful harbours in the world, and offers one of the most luxurious accommodation experiences in Wellington. All rooms are decorated in colours that capture the natural beauty of the nearby ocean and earth.

Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

38° 08’ E 176° 15’

Scenic Stopovers Singapore

A cosmopolitan mix of contrasts, Singapore is home to people of Chinese, Malay and Indian descent, offering visitors unique sightseeing and culinary opportunities. Easily accessible by Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) or taxi, the shopping district of Orchard Road offers high fashion, high-tech gadgets, souvenirs, and numerous dining options.

InterContinental® Singapore

A luxury landmark set in the heart of a historic precinct, the InterContinental® Singapore is deeply rooted in the heritage of the arts and cultural districts of Bugis and Bras Basah. The hotel architecture encompasses an elegant blend of modern touches with Peranakan undertones representative of colourful shophouses, once home to a multi-ethnic community of settlers known as Bugis from Indonesia. The hotel’s central location offers convenient accessibility to the diverse attractions around Singapore. As a gourmet dining destination, it offers guests a selection of award-winning restaurants presenting a diverse selection of cuisine for the refined palate.

Value added benefits:

Lounge Access (2, 3 and 5 night package)

Complimentary high tea at the Lobby Lounge (2 night package)

Complimentary dinner for two at Man Fu Yuan or Ash & Elm (3 night package)

Complimentary dinners for two at Man Fu Yuan and/or Ash & Elm and high tea at the Lobby Lounge (5 night package)

Return airport transfers

Breakfast daily

Call us on 0161 768 0126 for packages and pricing.

Take an evening cruise on the Singapore River, or stroll along its banks to Clarke and Boat Quays and sample Singaporean Chilli Crab. Head to the Esplanade for stage plays, artistic performances and concerts or take a Night Safari at Singapore Zoo, one of the best zoos in the world.

Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay

Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay is located in the heart of Marina Bay, with angelic views of Singapore’s city skyline. Known as the country’s first ‘Garden in a Hotel’, this remarkable property prides itself as the champion of sustainability with distinctive dining options and stylishly appointed modern guest rooms. Enjoy the 25-metre swimming pool and fitness facilities to maintain an active holiday.

Value added benefits:

Return airport transfers

Breakfast daily

Call us on 0161 768 0126 for packages and pricing.

F Swimming Pool, Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay

G Skyline Bar, Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay

Fairmont Singapore

The Fairmont Singapore is ideally situated at the crossroads of Singapore’s cultural, entertainment and shopping districts. Enjoy this captivating city by staying in unrivalled elegance and luxury. Indulge in gastronomic delights at one of the 15 restaurants and bars, sip artisan cocktails by the pool or pamper yourself at Willow Stream Spa.

Value added benefits:

Return airport transfers

Breakfast daily

Call us on 0161 768 0126 for packages and pricing.

H Swimming Pool, Fairmont Singapore I Lobby, Fairmont Singapore

Scenic Stopovers Bangkok

A Banyan Tree Bangkok

B Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit Bangkok

Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscopic world of Bangkok and indulge all your five senses. From delighting in the flavourful delicacies of its busy street markets to moments of quiet reflection inside its serene monasteries, the city is a melting pot of new experiences.

Banyan Tree Bangkok

Banyan Tree Bangkok is located on South Sathon Road in the relaxed Sathorn neighbourhood just 10-minutes’ walk from the excitement of the Silom area. The Banyan Tree hotel is a prime example of the marriage of luxury and comfort in the heart of Bangkok.

This 5-star all-suite hotel offers a wide range of facilities including a rooftop swimming pool, two brilliantly appointed rooftop bars with stunning views of the Bangkok skyline, world-class dining experiences and an award-winning spa.

Value added benefits:

Complimentary drink upon arrival

Complimentary club lounge access for all bookings

Return airport transfers

Breakfast daily

Call us on 0161 768 0126 for pricing.

Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit

Bangkok

Experience a vibrant and luxurious stay at the Hyatt Regency Sukhumvit Bangkok. Guests can enjoy a variety of dining experiences as well as swimming and exercise facilities. Situated in the centre of the main shopping district, Sukhumvit, wander various malls and street stalls or try some of the local cuisines on the streets of Bangkok.

Value added benefits:

Return airport transfers

Breakfast daily

Call us on 0161 768 0126 for and pricing.

Bangkok

N 22° 14’ E 113° 54’

Scenic Freechoice Directory

Whether you’re a foodie, keen to learn more about Aboriginal culture or simply a devotee of the great outdoors, our comprehensive range of Scenic Freechoice activities offers something for everyone.

Whether your interests lie in getting to see nature in all its wonder, discovering unique wildlife, tasting the local fare, learning of the region’s multi-faceted history, or going on an outdoor adventure, there are many Scenic Freechoice activities to suit you.

Each guest is different, so we appreciate that you may want to move at your own pace. Perhaps you’ll want to follow a busy day with one at a more relaxed pace, or you may wish to unwind throughout. We’ve divided our extensive list of Scenic Freechoice activities into active, moderate and relaxed pace so you can choose those which best suit your requirements and interests.

Active – For those keen to explore further afield, for a longer or more demanding journey.

Moderate – A comfortable walking pace at which you can easily discover a beautiful city on a walking tour.

Relaxed – A slower pace to take in a museum or sightseeing tour.

Whether you want a relaxed pace or you want to fit in as much as possible, Scenic Freechoice offers a diverse range of sightseeing activities for you to choose from. And of course, they’re all included.

AUSTRALIA

Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Guests’ Pick

Adelaide

Adelaide Heritage Walking Tour*

Explore this sophisticated, cultural and casual coastal city on a walking tour, and find out why it was once voted ‘Australia’s most livable city’.

Adelaide Zoo

A relaxing green city oasis and vibrant sanctuary that gives you the feeling of stepping into another world. The zoo is one of Adelaide’s most iconic attractions and home to more than 2,500 animals and species of exotic and native mammals, birds and reptiles.

Morning Central Market Tour*

Great Ocean Road

Uluru Highlights and Cultural Tour

Uluru Highlights and Cultural Tour

View Uluru at sunrise before a picnic breakfast and guided tour to the Mutitjulu Waterhole, highlighting Aboriginal mythology and creation stories. Finish with a drive around Uluru.

Desert Camel Ride

Catch the Camel Train and enjoy a ride through the classic Red Centre’s desert landscape with spectacular views of Uluru and Kata Tjuta. (Weight restrictions apply).

Uluru Base Trek

A guided sunrise trek around the 12 kilometre base trail of Uluru, embracing its culture, geology and environment. Enjoy a picnic breakfast as you listen to the variety of desert sounds from the surrounding environment.

Dot-Painting Experience

Take part in a dot-painting workshop and learn about the culture and traditional arts of the Anangu.

Cairns

Hot Air Balloon Flight*

Enjoy the sunrise during a 30 minute hot air balloon flight over the Atherton Tablelands, a region renowned for its wonderful scenery and astounding natural wonders.

Cape Tribulation

Discover where the rainforest meets the reef. Spot crocodiles on a Daintree river cruise, learn about flora, fauna and the history of the Daintree on a guided board walk, take a 4WD ride through a World Heritage-listed rainforest on the Bloomfield Track with your local naturalist guide.

Guests’ Pick

Cape Tribulation Day Trip

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventure

Visit the 10-hectare wildlife sanctuary and get up close with reptiles, koalas, wombats and more.

With over 80 traders under one roof, the Adelaide Central Market is the largest under cover market in the Southern Hemisphere filled with an abundance of premium food and wine products.

Guests’ Pick

Morning Central Market Tour

City Tour with River Cruise

Enjoy a morning city tour of Adelaide combining the old with the new. Visit the delightful gardens on the banks of the River Torrens before a scenic cruise on board the famous ‘Popeye’.

Melbourne

Phillip Island and Penguin Parade*

The Phillip Island Penguin Experience is all about nature, touring the island and experiencing a range of native animals as close up and personal as possible.

Yarra Valley River Cruise

Meander past Melbourne CBD and discover one of the busiest ports in the Southern Hemisphere. Victoria Docks will give you a snapshot of the rich maritime heritage. Heading up river, you will cruise through Melbourne’s picturesque gardens, parklands and some of the famous sporting arenas.

City Walking Tour

Take a guided stroll around multicultural Melbourne and learn all about the city’s main attractions and hidden gems.

Yara Valley Wine Tasting

Explore the delights of Melbourne’s Yarra Valley wine region on a wine tasting tour.

Great Ocean Road*

Witness dramatic landscapes and encounter a rich variety of wildlife as we journey along the Great Ocean Road, passing 100 metre-high cliff faces.

Sydney

Sydney Sights Tour

Join a city tour which include a visit to the historic Rocks area, NSW Parliament House and Hyde Park Barracks. Enjoy the magnificent views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Walking Tour Through the Rocks District

There is no better way to get up close and personal with the living history and heritage of Sydney than on foot. Partake in a leisurely 90 minute walk around Sydney’s historic Rocks District. Hear the story of Sydney from the beginning as you stroll along the shoreline of Sydney Harbour. The Rocks is renowned for having the oldest streets in Sydney which are dotted with beautifully restored 19th century buildings.

Taronga Zoo

Taronga Zoo*

Come face to face with Australian sea lions, little penguins and Tasmanian devils at the award-winning Taronga Zoo, which has panoramic views of Sydney Harbour.

Blue Mountains Day Trip

Enjoy morning tea at Calmsley Hill, home to kangaroos, emus, wombats and koalas. Complete a circle loop of the Blue Mountains, visiting remote regions with stunning views including lunch at Hydro Majestic.

Guests’ Pick Hobart

Hobart and the Huon Valley*

Join our guide on this private tour of Hobart, including the waterfront, Botanical Gardens and Battery Point. Explore the Huon Valley and in the town of Franklin, enjoy a lunch showcasing local produce.

MONA*

Take the MONA ferry to Australia’s newest museum, the Museum of Old and New Art. Guided by your own audio visual device, choose a part of the museum which interests you most. Includes lunch.

Dart River Wilderness Jet, Queenstown

The Red Decker Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour

Enjoy expert commentary of all the sights of Hobart with the opportunity to get on and get off the bus to visit various sights.

Iron Pot Cruise

Cruise the renowned waterways of Hobart arriving at Iron Pot, Australia’s oldest lighthouse. Cruise down the Derwent River based historic Battery Point and hear stories of Hobart’s early settlement.

Derwent Valley & North Hobart Tour

Take a tour with us through the Northern suburbs of Hobart and beyond into the Derwent Valley, home of the Tasmanian hop growing industry. You’ll visit a farmhouse brewery, taste rum distilled on the grounds of an old psychiatric ward and taste the crisp lager of a Dutch ‘brew set’.

NEW ZEALAND

Auckland

America’s Cup Sailing*

The America’s Cup is the ultimate yachting regatta and this is a unique opportunity to join in as part of the crew or simply enjoy the action.

The Waiheke Gourmet Food & Wine Tour*

Try some of Waiheke Island’s locally produced goods, accompanied by wines from the island. Succulent oysters, award winning olive oils, honey and cheeses are all a part of this tour.

Guests’ Pick

Waitakere Wilderness Experience

Waitakere Wilderness Experience*

Visit the Waitakere Ranges, with its breathtaking vistas, streams and waterfalls. Walk though the lush native rainforest and along the wild black sand beaches.

Auckland City Highlights Tour*

Explore the history of Auckland during a guided city tour. See the Harbour Bridge, historic Devonport and take in the stunning panoramic views from atop Mount Victoria.

All Blacks Experience & Weta Workshop Unleashed

Step into a guided and interactive journey through the New Zealand Rugby Story, an experience that celebrates New Zealand’s rugby heritage, achievements and culture. Then join a guided tour through original movie projects that were built by Wellington’s Academy award-winning Weta Workshop and discover the magic of making designs come to life in this celebration of creativity.

Flavours of our City Walking Tour

A city walking tour of Auckland while learning about its culture and history and tasting some of the delightful sweet and savoury food on offer. Visit a purveyor of artisan products and try award winning cheeses, honey and jams.

Bay of Islands

Bay of Islands

Lunch Cruise

Pass Omata Estate Vineyard and Kororareka

Oyster Farms as you cruise the waterways of Opua and Okiato. Relax on board with the friendly crew and enjoy lunch.

Ferry Ride to Russell

Visit Russell, where the original street plan and names from the 19th century are still intact.

Cape Brett Cruise

Discover the spectacular scenery in an area that is soaked in rich culture and history and encounter diverse wildlife in their natural surroundings. Visit the iconic ‘Hole in the Rock’ and, if the conditions permit, travel through it.

Taste of the Bay Tour

This completely unique tour is the ultimate way to experience the best the Bay of Islands has to offer. Travelling with a local guide, experience Cottle Hill Vineyard, Makana Chocolate Factory, Olivado Oil, Manuka Honey, Haruru Waterfalls and K4 Kombucha Brewery.

Rotorua

Polynesian Day Spa

Polynesian Day Spa

Take the time to pamper yourself and relax in the natural therapeutic waters at the spa, which overlooks beautiful Lake Rotorua.

Gondola Ride & Volcanic Hills Winery

Sample carefully crafted Volcanic Hills wines from New Zealand’s most recognized and respected wine regions, all while enjoying panoramic views over Lake Rotorua.

Amphibious Tour

Experience Rotorua and its lakes from a totally unique perspective on a WWII amphibious landing craft. Drive through the city before splashing into two of Rotorua’s most stunning lakes, Tikitapu and Okareka.

Redwoods Daytime Treewalk

Immerse in a nature discovery treewalk with a birds’ eye perspective of the exotic forest floor below, New Zealand silver ferns and the treetops above.

Napier

Art Deco Walking Tour

Discover the fascinating story of Napier’s heritage on a guided walking tour. Levelled by a devastating earthquake in 1931, the town was completely rebuilt within the contemporary style of the times, Art Deco.

Vintage Car Highlights Tour

Enjoy a mini tour of Napier in a luxurious 1930s vintage car. Learn of the city’s heritage and view some of its most famous landmarks, including New Zealand’s most photographed building in Ahurir.

Guided Tour of the Aquarium

Take a guided tour of the Aquarium and learn how New Zealand fits into the world picture of ocean life. Learn about the breeding cycle of the iconic kiwi and experience a behind the scenes tour of the little penguins.

Queenstown

Guests’ Pick

Boutique Winery Tour

Boutique Wineries Tour

Visit two of Queenstown’s award-winning wineries, both set in picturesque surroundings. Enjoy an underground wine cave tour, cheese tastings and a gourmet lunch.

Dart River Wilderness Jet

Experience incredible scenery, wilderness jet boating and Mãori culture on the Dart River in the World Heritage area of Mount Aspiring National Park.

Shotover Jet Adventure

As the accelerator hits the floor, your adrenaline hits the roof as you take a unique, breathtaking ride through the dramatic and narrow canyons of the Shotover River.

Safari of the Scenes Tour

Step into the real locations featured in ‘Lord of the Rings’ and ‘The Hobbit’ trilogy. Bring the films to life with authentic replica props, dress up and take photos or simply soak up the breathtaking mountain and forest scenery.

Skippers Canyon

Skippers Canyon was formed by glaciers approximately 25,000 years ago and this tour of the former gold mining region offers some of the most spectacular mountain scenery imaginable.

Skyline Gondola

Take a scenic ride in the iconic Skyline Gondola and enjoy spectacular views over Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu.

Dunedin

Larnach Castle and Garden Tour

Surrounded by beautiful gardens, Larnach Castle has magnificent carved ceilings, a collection of antiques and offers spectacular views. Includes lunch.

Royal Albatross Colony

The Royal Albatross Centre is the only mainland place in the world to view Northern Royal Albatross in their natural habitat.

Heritage Walking Tour

Explore the heritage of Dunedin, once New Zealand’s largest and wealthiest city, and discover one of the finest collections of Victorian and Edwardian buildings in the Southern Hemisphere.

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Tour

Take a half day cruise to discover the natural beauty and wildlife of the Otago Peninsula. View the only mainland nesting place of the Northern Royal Albatross in the world and learn about the harbour’s volcanic geology and its Mãori and European history.

Speight’s Brewery

Be introduced to the origins of Speight’s Brewery and the history of beer in New Zealand. After your tour, enjoy an included hearty meal at the Speight’s Ale House within the brewery, where you will find generous helpings of great southern fare. Christchurch.

Christchurch

Avon Punting and Gardens Tour

Relax as the Edwardian punt glides you down the Avon River through the beautiful city of Christchurch. Later, tour the Botanic Gardens.

Christchurch Sightseeing Tour

A half day sightseeing tour of Christchurch highlighting both the damage to the city inflicted by several large earthquakes in 2010 and 2011, and the rebuild currently in progress, together with the surviving beauty of the city and the historical landmarks.

International Antarctic Centre

Take a ride on the Penguin Express to the Antarctic Centre where you’ll learn about the wildlife of Antarctica. Make sure to visit the little blue penguins at the Penguin Encounter.

Akaroa

Explore the historic French settlement of Akora, set on a long harbour surrounded by volcanic hills, and experience majestic scenery and stunning wildlife on a two-hour Nature Harbour Cruise.

Botanical Gardens

Explore the Botanical Gardens including commentary by your expert guide and driver. Discover the natural beauty, history and culture of this central city oasis while at the same time being taken around the gardens in comfort and style.

Blenheim

Wine Tasting at Marlborough Wineries

Wine Tasting at Marlborough Wineries

Learn and taste why this area is famous for its Sauvignon Blanc wines.

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

Enjoy a guided tour of this private collection of WWI planes and artefacts.

Scenic Freechoice Dining

NEW ZEALAND

Auckland

Grand Millennium Brasserie*

Grand Millennium Brasserie offers delicious local and international cuisine in an inviting environment, using the freshest produce to create innovative dishes.

Sunset Dinner Cruise*

Enjoy a unique dining experience as the sun sets on magnificent Waitemata Harbour and admire the views as the night lights of the ‘City of Sails’ come alive.

Orbit 360 Restaurant at Sky City*

Situated at the top of Auckland’s Sky Tower, the dining room rotates once every hour, providing a truly unique experience with amazing 360° panoramas of the city, the Hauraki Gulf and beyond.

Guests’ Pick

Christchurch

Market Place Restaurant & Bar

Market Place Restaurant & Bar

The Market Place Restaurant & Bar is located in the Crowne Plaza Christchurch, showcasing the best produce from local butchers, fishmongers, fruit and vegetable growers.

Gumption Restaurant & Bar

Located on the ground floor of the Distinction Hotel, the food here takes flavour and sophistication seriously.

Botanic Garden Bar and Dining

Enjoy a meal in a casual, contemporary space unique to Christchurch. A menu that is light and healthy yet diverse in flavour.

Queenstown

TSS Earnslaw and Walter Peak Station Cruise aboard the TSS Earnslaw, the only coal-fired steamship in the Southern Hemisphere, followed by dinner at Walter Peak High Country Station.

Hillside Brasserie

The Hillside Brasserie celebrates the very best of New Zealand’s fresh produce with flavoursome dishes from around the globe that are sure to tantalise any taste buds. Situated within the Scenic Suites Queenstown, you will be assured of fantastic views of the Southern Alps and over Lake Wakatipu.

The Observatory Restaurant

Located within The Millennium Hotel Queenstown, The Observatory Restaurant lives up to its name. Serving up some of the finest contemporary New Zealand cuisine and carefully curated wines, all while you enjoy the refreshing Alpine views.

Boardwalk Restaurant

Located in one of Queenstown’s most iconic waterfront sites and offering a contemporary blend of fresh seafood, meats and local produce.

Cape Brett Lighthouse, Bay of Islands

S 37° 33’ E 78° 0’

Terms & Conditions

Booking conditions

Important: The following terms and conditions together with the general information contained in our brochure form the basis of your contract with Scenic Tours (UK) Ltd, 4 Piccadilly Place, Manchester, UK, M1 3BN company number 05770868. Please read them carefully as they set out our respective rights and obligations and in particular note that:

If for any reason you cancel your holiday, cancellation charges will apply and may be up to 100% of the booking cost. We may also cancel your booking;

• You may make amendments to your booking but there will be a charge for this and we can change your booking where it is necessary for us to do so;

• You should take out travel insurance that is appropriate to your needs;

• We provide financial security as required by The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018, flight inclusive holidays will be financially protected by our ATOL membership (number 9294) and for holidays excluding flights through IPP (for further information, see www.ipplondon.co.uk);

• If your booking includes flights these will be financially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed on this brochure. This brochure will provide you with information on the protection that applies in the case of each holiday and travel service offered before you make your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. Please see out booking conditions for information, or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.caa.co.uk

• We are responsible for your package holiday subject to the terms of these Booking Conditions and will pay you compensation when appropriate.

• n order for us to process your booking and provide the journey to you, you will need to provide us, and we will need to use your personal information. We will also need to provide your personal information to service providers. By making a booking you give us your consent to use and disclose your personal information in the manner described.

By asking us to confirm your booking, we are entitled to assume that you have had the opportunity to read and have read these booking conditions and agree to them. Except where otherwise stated, these booking conditions only apply to journey arrangements (including pre and post journey accommodation, activities and other services) which you book with us and pay for before departure and which we agree to make, provide or perform (as applicable) as part of our contract with you. All references in these booking conditions to “holiday”, “booking”, “cruise”, “journey” or “arrangements” mean such journey arrangements unless otherwise stated. In these booking conditions, “you” and “your” means all persons named on the booking (including anyone who is added or substituted at a later date) or any of them as the context requires. “We”, “us” and “our” means Scenic Tours (UK) Limited.

We are a Member of ABTA. When you book with an ABTA Member you can expect high service standards, fair terms of trading and accurate information. ABTA’s strict joining criteria for Members, code of conduct, customer helpline and approved Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) scheme to resolve complaints are all there to give you confidence and peace of mind when booking your travel arrangements. For more information see www.abta.com.

Bookings

1. If you or any member of your party has any medical condition, pregnancy or disability which may affect your journey or has any special requirements as a result of any medical condition, pregnancy or disability (including any which affect the booking process), it is very important that you tell us of the condition and of any medical or mobility equipment you will need in writing before you confirm your booking so that we can assist you in considering the suitability of the arrangements and/or making the booking. You must also notify us of any changes or deterioration in the disability or medical condition or development of any disability, pregnancy or medical condition after booking. We must reserve the right to decline a reservation of any person or, if full details are not given at the time of booking or the condition/disability develops after booking, cancel when we become aware of these details, if we reasonably feel unable to properly accommodate their particular needs. In the event that you require assistance with embarking or disembarking as a result of your reduced mobility or disability, please advise us at the time of booking and in any event no later than 48 hours before the assistance is required. Please also note that assistance is not always available when embarking or disembarking at all ports of call. Any passenger affected by a disability or medical condition must ensure they have notified this to their travel insurers and that their travel insurance will provide a suitable level of cover (see clause 36 for more information about insurance).

It is important to note in relation to the Scenic Eclipse that:

(i) for safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on boarding ramps (which may be steep due to water levels) whilst the vessel is tied up or at anchor, or on to motor coaches, tenders, Discovery experiences including but not limited to Zodiacs, kayaks and submarine; and

(ii) collapsible walkers may be taken onto tender vessels for transfer to shore for the included touring. Walkers are however unable to be taken on the zodiacs at any time due to space restrictions. The walkers will be stored in the guest’s suite – there is no additional storage space on board.

(iii) guests must be able to walk up/down stairs in the event of an emergency to reach emergency evacuation points.

(iv) motorised scooters cannot be used on board

(v) wheelchairs and walkers can be carried in the luggage compartment of motorcoaches subject to space limitations.

(vi) embarking and disembarking the tenders, Zodiacs, kayaks and submarine are via a mud room/change room with steps leading to a marina platform and requires the ability to step into and out of

these vessels unaided.

(vii) elevators may not access all decks and cabins and bathrooms may have significant thresholds and cabin doors which limit access.

2. The operation of all journeys is conditional on us securing the minimum number of bookings required to operate the journey and to ensure an enjoyable group atmosphere. Where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, we reserve the right to cancel or change a scheduled journey. Please also see clauses 18 and 19. We will notify you no less than 60 days prior to the departure date of the journey if we have to cancel or significantly change a journey due to lack of numbers.

3. If you have any special requests (including dietary requirements) you must notify us in writing at the time of booking. Please note special requests cannot be guaranteed. Failure to meet any special request will not be a breach of contract by us. Confirmation that a special request has been noted or passed on to the supplier of any service(s) or the inclusion of the special request on your confirmation invoice or any other documentation is not confirmation that the request will be met. Unless and until specifically confirmed, all special requests are subject to availability. For your own protection, you should obtain confirmation in writing that a special request will be complied (where it is possible to give this) where it is important to you. We cannot accept any conditional bookings, i.e. any booking which is specified to be conditional on the fulfilment of a particular request. All such bookings will be treated as “standard” bookings subject to the above provisions on special requests. Payment

4. To make a booking, you must pay the applicable deposit of a minimum of £1,250 per person or full payment if booking 120 days or less before the start of the holiday. For Scenic Eclipse bookings, for departures until October 2024, your deposit will be 10% of the cruise element (or cruise and land element when booking a cruise and land journey combination) with a second deposit of 15% of the cruise element (or cruise and land element when booking a cruise and land journey combination) due 12 months prior to departure. For departures from the beginning of November 2024 the deposit will be 20% of the cruise element (or cruise and land element when booking a cruise and land journey combination) at the time of booking. Or full payment if booking within 120 days prior to departure. If you make a provisional booking the deposit or full payment, as applicable, must be received by us at the time of booking to ensure a place on the journey is held. We will automatically assume that you do not wish to proceed with a booking if the applicable deposit or full payment, as applicable, is not received by us and we will have no further liability to you. Any accommodation, sightseeing, flights or flight upgrades we book for you which are separate to those stated in your itinerary are not included in the deposit or journey price. An extra payment will be required to cover the costs of these additional services, and these services will not be booked until both your holiday deposit and additional service costs are paid in full.

5. Deposits are non-transferable and non-refundable except as expressly set out in these terms and conditions. We therefore recommend that you take out adequate insurance prior to booking.

6. The balance of the journey price (after deduction of the applicable deposit) must be received by us no less than 120 days prior to the start of your journey. If we do not receive all payments due (including any surcharge where applicable) in full and on time, we are entitled to assume that you wish to cancel your booking. In this case, we will be entitled to keep all deposits paid or due at that date. If we do not cancel straight away because you have promised to make payment, you must pay the cancellation charges shown in these terms and conditions depending on the date we reasonably treat your booking as cancelled.

7. Except for flight inclusive bookings, all monies you pay to one of our authorised travel agents for your holiday with us will be held by the agent on your behalf until a contract between us comes into existence. After that point, your agent will hold the monies on our behalf until they are paid to us. For flight inclusive bookings, all monies paid to any authorised travel agent of ours for your holiday with us will be held on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust subject to the travel agent’s obligation to pay such monies to us in accordance with our trading terms unless we fail. In the unlikely event of our financial failure, all monies then held by the travel agent or subsequently paid by you to the travel agent will be held by the agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation on the agent to pay such monies to us.

8. Credit Card Payments (No charge for debit/credit cards)

Your contract

9. Subject to availability we will confirm your booking by issuing our confirmation invoice. This invoice will be sent to the lead name on the booking (“Lead Name”) or your Travel Agent. Please check this invoice carefully as soon as you receive it. Contact us immediately if any information on the confirmation or any other document appears to be incorrect or incomplete as it may not be possible to make changes later. We cannot accept any liability if not notified of any inaccuracy in any document within 7 days of our sending it out. We will do our best to rectify any mistake notified to us outside these time limits but you must meet any costs involved in doing so.

10. A binding contract between you and us comes into existence when we issue our confirmation invoice. We both agree that English law (and no other) will apply to your contract and to any dispute, claim or other matter of any description which arises between us (“claim”) (except as set out below). We both also agree that any claim (and whether or not involving any personal injury) must be dealt with by the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the courts of your home country or those of England and Wales.

If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and any claim or other matter of any description which arises between us governed by the law of

Scotland/Northern Ireland as applicable (but if you do not so choose, English law will apply).

Your journey obligations

11. (a) You must follow the Captain, Discovery Team Leader (Scenic Eclipse) and Journey Director’s instructions at all times. You acknowledge that failure to do so may result in restricted access to areas on the journey, or if necessary for your own safety and/or that of other passengers, withdrawal from the journey. (b) We expect all clients to have consideration for other people. If in our reasonable opinion, or in the reasonable opinion of any other person in authority, you behave in such a way so as to cause or be likely to cause danger, upset or distress to yourself or any third party or damage to property we are entitled, without prior notice, to terminate the journey of the person(s) concerned. We will not be liable to you for any loss, cost or damage resulting from your withdrawal. If you are withdrawn from the journey, you must make your own return travel arrangements at your own expense.

Journey price

12. Please note, changes and errors occasionally occur. You must check the price of your chosen holiday at the time of booking. We reserve the right to make changes to and correct errors in advertised prices at any time before your holiday is confirmed. We will advise you of any error of which we are aware and of the then applicable price at the time of booking. Once the journey price has been confirmed at the time of booking, clause 13 below will apply. When booking a cruise the price is based on the cruise cabin category as indicated on the brochure page. Upgrades to other cabin types may be available at an additional cost. Please note individual cabin number requests are a request only and cannot be guaranteed. Please note, changes and errors occasionally occur. You must check the price of your chosen holiday at the time of booking. We reserve the right to make changes to and correct errors in advertised prices and information at any time before your holiday is confirmed. We will advise you of any error of which we are aware and of the then applicable price at the time of booking.

13. Once your journey price has been confirmed at the time of booking, then subject to the correction of errors, it will only be increased or decreased in the following circumstances. A surcharge or refund (as applicable) will be payable, subject to the conditions set out below, in the event of any change in our transportation costs or in dues, taxes, fuel or fees payable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports or airports increase or decrease or in the exchange rates which have been used to calculate your journey price. Even in the circumstances set out in above, only if the amount of the increase in our costs exceeds 2% of your journey price (excluding insurance premiums and any amendment fee) will we levy a surcharge. If any surcharge is greater than 8% of your journey price (excluding insurance premiums and any amendment fee), you will be entitled to cancel your booking and receive a full refund of all monies you have paid to us (except for any amendment fee) or alternatively purchase another journey from us – see clause 18. You have 14 days from the issue date printed on the surcharge invoice to tell us if you wish to cancel or purchase another journey where applicable. Otherwise, we are entitled to assume that you do not wish to do so and will pay the surcharge. Any surcharge must be paid with the balance of the journey price or within 14 days of the issue date printed on the surcharge invoice, whichever is the later. Please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the journey price due to contractual and other protection in place. A refund will only be payable if the decrease in our costs exceeds 2% as set out above. Where a refund is due, we will pay you the full amount of the decrease in our costs. No surcharge will be levied within 20 days of departure. No refund will be payable if any decrease in our costs occurs during this period either.

Journey features

14. We make no representations about the features of any journey other than those expressly set out in the journey brochure and these terms and conditions.

Brochure validity

15. The journey brochure and these terms and conditions are valid for the departure dates as stated in the journey brochure unless extra dates are added or otherwise expressly advised by us.

Variation or cancellation by us

16. We start planning the journeys we offer many months in advance. Occasionally, we have to make changes to and correct errors in the details of advertised journeys both before and after bookings have been confirmed and cancel confirmed bookings. Whilst we always endeavour to avoid changes and cancellations, we must reserve the right to do so. Due to the nature of our itineraries, which are sometimes dependent on the safe navigation of national and international waterways over which we have no control, it is therefore not always possible for our vessels to sail or call at all ports as planned or foresee when this may occur. Unfortunately, this is an inherent risk in sailing which you must accept. The captains of all the vessels we use retain the ultimate right to deviate from or change any particular itinerary where they believe it necessary to so, for example in the interests of the health and safety of passengers.

17. In the event of industrial action affecting air, rail, cruise or other journey related transportation we will make every effort to contact the lead name and advise of alternative arrangements (if any).

However, if contact is not made, you should phone 0808 231 3933.

18. Most changes made to a confirmed journey are minor. Examples of what we both agree to be minor changes are changes of vessels to one of the same class for the whole or part of your journey, changes to vehicles used for transfers and excursions, changes to planned excursions, changes to hotel accommodation to that of an equivalent standard including the substitution of accommodation to on-board our vessels or vice versa, changes to berthing or dock location, changes to sailing times, and the substitution and/or removal of ports of call, or the replacement of sailing with the use of motor coaches. Occasionally, we have to make a significant change to or cancel a confirmed journey and we must reserve the right to do so. A significant change is a change made before departure which,

taking account of the information you give us at the time of booking or which we can reasonably be expected to know as a tour operator, we can reasonably expect to have a significant effect on your journey. If we have to make a significant change or cancel, we will tell you as soon as possible. If there is time to do so before departure, you will be offered the choice of the following options:- (a) (for significant changes) accepting the changed arrangements or (b) purchasing alternative arrangements from us, of a similar standard to those booked if available. We will offer you at least one alternative holiday of equivalent or higher standard for which you will not be asked to pay any more than the price of the original holiday. If this holiday is in fact cheaper than the original one, we will refund the price difference. If you do not wish to accept the holiday we specifically offer you, you may choose any of our other available holidays. You must pay the applicable price of any such holiday. This will mean your paying more if it is more expensive or receiving a refund if it is cheaper or (c) cancelling or accepting the cancellation and receiving a full refund of all monies you have paid to us. If you choose not to accept the substitute package and cancel your booking then we are not liable for any third party costs you may incur which we have not booked on your behalf, for example air fares or other arrangements booked independently. Please note, the above options are not available where any change made is a minor one. A change of flight time of less than 12 hours, airline (except as specified in clauses 49 to 52 “Flights”), type of aircraft (if advised) or destination airport will all be treated as minor changes.

19. If we have to make a significant change to or cancel a confirmed journey, we will in addition to the options set out in clause 18 pay you compensation depending on the circumstances and when the significant change or cancellation is notified to you subject to the following exceptions. Compensation will not be payable and no liability beyond offering the options set out in clause 18 can be accepted where (1) we are forced to make a change or cancel as a result of unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which we could not have avoided even with all due care or (2) we have to cancel because the minimum number of bookings necessary for us to operate your journey has not been reached – see clause 2. No compensation will be payable and the options set out in clause 18 will not be available if we have to cancel as a result of your failure to comply with any requirement of these terms and conditions entitling us to cancel (such as paying on time) or where a change is a minor one.

20. Very rarely, we may be forced by Force Majeure (see clause 34) to change or terminate your journey after departure but before the scheduled end of your time away. This is extremely unlikely but if this situation does occur, we will be unable to make any refunds (unless we obtain any refunds from our suppliers which we do not use to pay for alternative services), pay you any compensation or meet any costs or expenses you incur as a result.

Amendment or cancellation by you

21. If any member of your party is prevented from travelling, the person(s) concerned may transfer their place to someone else (introduced by you) providing we are notified not less than 90 days before departure. Where a transfer to a person of your choice can be made, all costs and charges incurred by us and/or incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers as a result together with an amendment fee of £50 per person must be paid before the transfer can be processed. Any overdue balance payment must also be received. For flight inclusive bookings, you must pay the charges levied by the airline concerned. As most airlines do not permit name changes after tickets have been issued for any reason, these charges are likely to be the full cost of the flight.

22. If you wish to make any amendments to your confirmed booking you must notify us in writing as soon as possible. It may not always be possible to make such amendments. Where we can, an amendment fee of £50 per person per booking will be payable together with any costs incurred by ourselves and any costs or charges incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers. A change of journey dates will normally be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and rebooking in which case cancellation charges will apply. Changes may result in the recalculation of the journey price where, for example, the basis on which the price of the original journey was calculated has changed.

23. You may cancel your booking by notice to us in writing and payment of the applicable cancellation fee as shown below. Cancellation notifications are not effective until received by us in writing (if received by us on a weekend day or public holiday the notification will be treated as having been received by us on the next working day).

The following cancellation fees apply to each person(s) cancelling and where shown as a percentage are based on the total cost of the arrangements which are being cancelled excluding any insurance premiums, amendment fee or previously incurred cancellation charges which are all non-refundable in the event of your cancellation:

24. Cancellation Fees

Period before your journey commences within which written notification of cancellation is received by us

Days of notice prior to journey Cancellation charge commencement (per person)

120 days and over Loss of deposit/s

119 to 91 days 50% of Journey Price

90 days or less 100% of Journey Price

NB. Transferring to another date is treated as a cancellation and the cancellation fees above will apply.

Depending on the reason for cancellation, you may be able to reclaim these cancellation charges (less any applicable excess) under the terms of your insurance policy. Claims must be made directly to the insurance company concerned.

Where any cancellation reduces the number of full paying party members below the number on which the price, number of free places and/or any concessions agreed for your booking were based, we will recalculate these items and re-invoice you accordingly.

Our liability

25. We will ensure that the journey arrangements we have agreed to make, perform or provide as applicable as part of our contract with you are made, performed or provided with reasonable skill and care. This means that, subject to these terms and conditions, we will

accept responsibility if, for example, you suffer death or personal injury or your contracted journey arrangements are not provided as promised or prove deficient as a result of the failure of us, our employees, agents or suppliers to use reasonable skill and care in making, performing or providing, as applicable, your contracted journey arrangements. Please note, it is your responsibility to show that reasonable skill and care has not been used if you wish to make a claim against us. In addition, we will only be responsible for what our employees, agents and suppliers do or do not do if they were at the time acting within the course of their employment (for employees) or carrying out work we had asked them to do (for agents and suppliers).

We will not be responsible for any injury, illness, death, loss (including loss of enjoyment or possessions), damage, expense, cost or other sum or claim of any description whatsoever which results from any of the following:the act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s) affected or any member(s) of their party or the act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party not connected with the provision of your journey and which were unforeseeable/ unavoidable or - Force Majeure as defined at clause 34 below.

26. We cannot accept responsibility for any services which do not form part of our contract with you. This includes, for example, any additional services or facilities which any hotel or other supplier agrees to provide for you where the services or facilities are not advertised in our journey brochure as part of your journey and we have not agreed to arrange them as part of our contract and any excursion or other services you purchase during your journey. Where any such excursion or services are purchased through or with our assistance, please note that we act only as booking agent. Your contract will be with the operator or provider of the excursion or services in question. We have no liability in relation to the same. In addition, regardless of any wording used by us on our website, in any of our brochures or elsewhere, we only promise to use reasonable skill and care as set out above and we do not have any greater or different liability to you.

27. The promises we make to you about the services we have agreed to provide or arrange as part of our contract and the laws and regulations of the country in which your claim or complaint occurred will be used as the basis for deciding whether the journey arrangements in question had been properly provided. If the particular arrangements which gave rise to the claim or complaint complied with the then applicable local laws and regulations, the services will be treated as having been properly performed or provided. This will be the case even if the arrangements did not comply with the laws and regulations of the UK which would have applied had those arrangements been provided in the UK. The exception to this is where the claim or complaint concerns the absence of a safety feature which might lead a reasonable journey participant to refuse to take the journey in question. Please note, however, our obligation is to exercise reasonable skill and care as referred to in clause 24. We do not make any representation or commitment that all services will comply with applicable local laws and regulations and failure to comply does not automatically mean we have not exercised reasonable skill and care. 28. As set out in these booking conditions, we limit the maximum amount we may have to pay you for any claims you may make against us. Where we are found liable for loss of and/or damage to any luggage or personal possessions (including money), the maximum amount we will have to pay you is £1000 per person affected unless a different limitation applies to your claim under this clause or clause 29 below. For all other claims which do not involve death or personal injury, if we are found liable to you on any basis the maximum amount we will have to pay you is twice the price (excluding insurance premiums and amendment fees) paid by or on behalf of the person(s) affected in total unless a lower limitation applies to your claim under clause 29 below. This maximum amount will only be payable where everything has gone wrong and you have not received any benefit at all from your journey. 29. Where any claim or part of a claim (including those involving death or personal injury) concerns or is based on any travel arrangements (including the process of getting on and/or off the transport concerned) provided by any air, sea or rail carrier to which any international convention or EU regulation applies, the maximum amount of compensation we will have to pay you will be limited. The most we will have to pay you for that claim or that part of a claim if found liable to you on any basis is the most the carrier concerned would have to pay under the international convention or regulation which applies to the travel arrangements in question (for example, the Warsaw Convention as amended or unamended and the Montreal Convention for international travel by air and/or for airlines with an operating licence granted by an EU country, the EC Regulation on Air Carrier Liability No 889/2002 for national and international travel by air, the Athens Convention for international travel by sea (as amended by the 2002 Protocol where applicable) and COTIF, the Convention on International Travel by Rail). Please note: where a carrier or hotelier would not be obliged to make any payment to you under and in accordance with the applicable international convention or regulation in respect of a claim or part of a claim, we similarly are not obliged to make a payment to you for that claim or part of the claim. When making any payment, we are entitled to deduct any money which you have received or are entitled to receive from the carrier for the claim in question. Copies of the applicable international conventions and regulations are available from us on request.

30. Please note, we cannot accept any liability for any damage, loss, expense or other sum(s) of any description (1) which on the basis of the information given to us by you concerning your booking prior to our accepting it, we could not have foreseen you would suffer or incur if we breached our contract with you or (2) which did not result from any breach of contract or other fault by ourselves or our employees or, where we are responsible for them, our suppliers. Additionally, we cannot accept liability for any business losses including self-employed loss of earnings.

31. You must provide ourselves and our insurers with all assistance we may reasonably require. You must also tell us and the supplier concerned about your claim or complaint as set out below. If asked to do so, you must transfer to us or our insurers any rights you have

against the supplier or whoever else is responsible for your claim or complaint (if the person concerned is under 18, their parent or guardian must do so). You must also agree to co-operate fully with us and our insurers if we or our insurers want to enforce any rights which are transferred.

Suppliers

32. Many of the services which make up your journey are provided by independent suppliers. Those suppliers provide these services in accordance with their own terms and conditions. Some of these terms and conditions may limit or exclude the supplier’s liability to you, usually in accordance with applicable international conventions (see clause 29).

33. Copies of the relevant parts of these terms and conditions and of the international conventions are available on request from ourselves or the supplier concerned.

Force Majeure

34. Except where otherwise expressly stated in these terms and conditions we regret we cannot accept liability or pay any compensation where the performance or prompt performance of our obligations under our contract with you is prevented or affected by or you otherwise suffer any damage, loss or expense of any nature as a result of Force Majeure. Force Majeure means any event which we or the supplier of the service(s) in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such events are likely to include (whether actual or threatened) an act of God, war, terrorism, fire, flood or any other extreme weather conditions exceptional water levels, lock damage, loss of power, epidemics or pandemics, industrial disputes, slow-downs or other strike activities, political unrest, riots or civil disturbances, prohibitions or acts of Federal, State, Territory, local government, quasi-government bodies or other authorities (including, in each case, their duly constituted or appointed agents), inability to obtain the necessary licence of consent and delays caused by sub-contractors, suppliers or other third parties (including telecommunications carriers), material shortages, any border closures by any country or the UK Government, or other disruptions to the Journey beyond our control, set out in clause 25 (which includes the behaviour of any passenger(s) on the flight who, for example, fails to check in or board on time).

Risk and travel insurance

35. You acknowledge and accept that there are inherent risks associated with our journeys for example events of Force Majeure, hazards of travelling in undeveloped areas, travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft or other means of transportation particularly in underdeveloped countries or more remote locations.

36. We strongly advise you to take out adequate and appropriate travel insurance to cover as a minimum cancellation by you, loss of luggage, early return following death of a relative and emergency repatriation in the event of accident or illness.

37. Please read your policy details carefully and take them with you on your journey. It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance cover you purchase is suitable and adequate for your particular needs.

Itinerary changes and travel advice

38. During local or national holidays, certain facilities such as museums and restaurants, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited or not available. Alternatives will be offered if possible.

39. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office may have issued information about your journey destination. You are advised to check this information on the internet at www.gov.uk/foreign-traveladvice.

Smoking

40. Smoking (including e-cigarettes) is not permitted inside tourist coaches or indoors on any ship and such other places as are prohibited. We will use reasonable endeavours to ensure there are frequent stops on any coach trip and there are permitted areas.

On-board Scenic Eclipse (other vessels), smoking is limited to designated smoking areas and is not permitted in suites or on verandahs and terraces. (i) You acknowledge that we may restrict smoking to specific times and locations during your cruise for the comfort of all passengers. (ii) Smoking is not permitted on coaches or such other places as nominated by us from time to time. (iii) Although we will use reasonable endeavours to ensure there are opportunities for you to smoke during the journey, we cannot guarantee such opportunities will be available.

Baggage allowance

41. You are entitled to carry one suitcase per person with the total sum of its length, width and height not exceeding 76 x 53 x 28cm/30 x 21 x 11in (62 inches) and weight up to 23kg (50 lbs) dependent on any airline restrictions. Personal and valuable items such as make-up, cameras, medication, passport, money/credit cards etc. should be carried in a travel bag or on your person. You must ensure that luggage meets the weight requirements as overweight or oversize items will not be carried. Excess baggage is always at your cost.

Young travellers

42. Travellers who are less than 21 years old on the departure date must be accompanied by and share a cabin/room with an adult aged 21 or over. Children under 12 years of age are not encouraged and are accepted or rejected at our sole discretion. This is a condition of carriers and cruise operators we use.

Complaints, Alternative Dispute Resolution and damage

43. If a problem occurs during your journey, you must advise our representative immediately so that steps can be taken to resolve the matter and you can continue to enjoy the remainder of your journey. You must also advise the supplier concerned. Any verbal notification must be put in writing and given to our representative/ agent and the supplier as soon as possible. If we do not have or you cannot contact our local representative or agent and any complaint or problem is not resolved to your satisfaction by the supplier, you must contact us in the UK using the contact details we have provided you with during your holiday, giving us full details and a contact number. Until we know about a complaint or problem, we cannot begin to resolve it. Most problems can be dealt with quickly. If you remain dissatisfied, any complaint must be made in writing to us giving full details within 30 days of the end of the journey. If you fail to follow this procedure, your right to claim compensation you may otherwise have been entitled to may be affected or even lost as

a result. Only the lead name should write to us. Disputes arising out of, or in connection with your booking which cannot be amicably settled may be referred to ABTA’s ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution Scheme). The scheme provides for a simple and inexpensive method of resolving disputes and, where appropriate, arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on the customer in respect of costs. Full details will be provided on request or can be obtained from the ABTA website (www.abta.com). The arbitration scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking. Neither does it apply to claims which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The scheme can however deal with compensation claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. Your application for arbitration and other required documents must be received by ABTA within 18 months of your return from the holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration under the scheme may still be available if we agree, although the ABTA Code does not require such agreement. For injury and illness claims, you can request the ABTA mediation procedure and we have the option to agree to this. Where we act as agent, please bear in mind that your contract is with the supplier of the arrangements concerned. Unless the supplier is also a member of ABTA, only disputes relating to our actions as agent can be dealt with by the arbitration scheme or mediation procedure and not complaints about the arrangements themselves or the acts/omissions of the supplier.

44. When you book with us, you accept responsibility for any damage or loss caused by you or any member of your party. Full payment for any such damage or loss (reasonably estimated if not precisely known) must be made direct to the accommodation owner or manager or other supplier or to us as soon as possible. If the actual cost of the loss or damage exceeds the amount paid where estimated, you must pay the difference once known. If the actual cost is less than the amount paid, the difference will be refunded. You will also be responsible for meeting any claims subsequently made against us and all costs incurred by us (including our own and the other party’s full legal costs) as a result of your actions. You should ensure you have appropriate travel insurance to protect you if this situation arises.

Included in your fare

45. Coach, rail and cruise travel as set out in the itinerary, services of a Cruise Director (if applicable) and/or Journey Director; airport transfers outside United Kingdom, port charges, meals as specified in your itinerary, economy class group flights and air taxes as set out in your specific itinerary, accommodation, sightseeing and admissions and other services as expressly indicated in the itinerary, all gratuities and tipping on land journeys except as set out below.

NOT included in your fare

46. Unless expressly listed in your itinerary as an inclusion, your journey price does not include airfares, airlines taxes, shore excursions on ocean cruises; additional optional activities; accommodation upgrades; overnight accommodation required to meet your journey and/or flight connections; gratuities and tips to any staff on cruise ships not operated by us (unless otherwise expressly advised), meals not specified in the itinerary, drinks, laundry, passport fees, visas, vaccinations, medical assistance, government taxes and charges (excluding VAT), expenses of a personal nature, travel between train stations and any other items which are not expressly included in the cost of your journey.

Changes to flight schedules may require additional overnight accommodation at either commencement or completion of journey which is at your own expense. For the avoidance of doubt hotel accommodation is not provided on an all-inclusive basis.

Discovery Experiences whilst on-board Scenic Eclipse can only be booked whilst on-board including Zodiac, kayak, helicopter and submarine are at additional costs.

Changes to flight schedules may require additional overnight accommodation at either commencement or completion of journey which is at your own expense. For the avoidance of doubt hotel accommodation is not provided on an all-inclusive basis.

Airfare conditions

47. If your booking Includes a flight please note air travel is based on a specific class and is subject to availability at time of booking. If booking a promotional cruise, all inclusions and conditions may differ. Please check promotional booking conditions. Full details and conditions may be obtained from your travel consultant. Changes to original tickets will incur amendment or cancellation fees, are subject to availability and surcharges may apply. Please see clauses 21 and 22 above. Please note: all airfares are subject to routing restrictions, and route availability.

Flights

48. If booking a flight inclusive package we are not always in a position at the time of booking to confirm the flight timings which will be used in connection with your flight. The flight timings shown in our brochure, on our website and/or detailed on your confirmation invoice are for guidance only and are subject to alteration and confirmation. Flight timings are outside our control. They are set by airlines and are subject to various factors including air traffic control restrictions, weather conditions, potential technical problems and the ability of passengers to check in on time. The actual times will be those shown on your tickets which will be dispatched to you approximately two weeks before departure. Please note, flights may operate indirect. You must accordingly check your tickets very carefully immediately on receipt to ensure you have the correct flight times. It is possible that flight times may be changed even after tickets have been dispatched - we will contact you as soon as possible if this occurs. Please also note not all airlines offer pre-assigned seats and some may impose additional charges for pre-assigned seats.

49. In accordance with the UK’s retained EU Legislation on EU Directive (EC) No 2111/2005, we are required to bring to your attention the existence of a list which contains details of air carriers that are subject to an operating ban within the UK. The Community list is available for inspection at https://info.caa.co.uk/ uk-regulations/. We are also required to advise you of the carrier(s) (or, if the carrier(s) is not known, the likely carrier(s)) that will operate

your flight(s) at the time of booking. Where we are only able to inform you of the likely carrier(s) at the time of booking, we shall inform you of the identity of the actual carrier(s) as soon as we become aware of this. Any change to the operating carrier(s) after your booking has been confirmed will be notified to you as soon as possible. If the carrier with whom you have a confirmed reservation becomes subject to an operating ban as above as a result of which we/the carrier are unable to offer you a suitable alternative the provisions of clause 18 and 19 will apply. Any change in the identity of the carrier, flight timings, and/or aircraft type (if advised) will not entitle you to cancel or change to other arrangements without paying our normal charges except where specified in these conditions.

50. If you suffer a delay to your outbound travel arrangements, we will do our best to assist you make the start of your journey or, if this cannot be achieved, join it as soon as possible any costs we incur in making any alternative arrangements in this situation will be your responsibility. In the event of a flight delay, the airline concerned may provide refreshments and/or other assistance depending on factors such as the length of the delay, time of day and number of passengers affected. We cannot accept liability for any delay which is due to any of the reasons set out in clause 25 (which includes the behaviour of any passenger(s) on the flight who, for example, fails to check in or board on time).

51. If your flight is cancelled or delayed, your flight ticket is downgraded or boarding is denied by your airline, depending on the circumstances, the airline may be required to pay you compensation, refund the cost of your flight and/or provide you with accommodation and/or refreshments under EC Regulation No 261/2004 – the Denied Boarding Regulations 2004. Where applicable, you must pursue the airline for the compensation or other payment due to you. All sums you receive or are entitled to receive from the airline concerned by virtue of these Regulations represent the full amount of your entitlement to compensation or any other payment arising from such cancellation, delay, downgrading or denied boarding. This includes any disappointment, distress, inconvenience or effect on any other arrangements. The fact a delay may entitle you to cancel your flight does not automatically entitle you to cancel any other arrangements even where those arrangements have been made in conjunction with your flight. We have no liability to make any payment to you in relation to the Denied Boarding Regulations or in respect of any flight cancellation or delay, downgrading of any flight ticket or denial of any boarding as the full amount of your entitlement to any compensation or other payment (as dealt with above) is covered by the airline’s obligations under the Denied Boarding Regulations. If for any reason, we make any payment to you or a third party which the airline is responsible for in accordance with the Denied Boarding Regulations, you must, when requested, assign to us the rights you have or had to claim the payment in question from the airline. If the airline does not comply with these rules, you may complain to the CAA on 020 7453 6888 or by e-mail to passenger complaints@caa. co.uk or see www.caa.co.uk – Referring Your Complaint to the CAA.

NB. If your luggage is lost during your flight journey it is your airlines responsibility to return this to you, please contact your relevant airline desk and advise of any lost bags they will then be able to help in getting this back to you. We are not liable for any lost luggage during your air travel.

Transfers

52. These are only available on the day your cruise/journey commences and the day your cruise/journey terminates at designated times. Transfers outside these times will be at your expense and arrangement. If you have purchased pre and post journey hotel accommodation through us, you will be provided with airport transfers to/from your hotel to the relevant gateway airport and to the ship. If your airline booking is not made by us, you must ensure your flight details are provided to us (this can be entered by Tour Personaliser at www.scenic.co.uk.) Please note: No refund will be given for unused transfers. Transfers cannot be routed to other pick-up points or destinations. Passengers who miss the pre-booked transfer will be responsible for making their own way to/from the ship/rail station or hotel at their own expense. Transfers must be booked and flights advised to us a minimum of 60 days prior to travel otherwise transfers cannot be guaranteed. You will be responsible for any excess baggage charges.

We recommend you use hard suitcases that can be securely locked. You acknowledge and agree We have no liability to You for any loss, damage, breach of contract or negligence relating to your luggage during this portion of the journey and in the event of any dispute or claim including for loss, damage, breach of contract or negligence arising from the conduct of the service provider, you must pursue your claim directly against the relevant service provider.

Hotel accommodation

53. IMPORTANT: Unless otherwise expressly stated in the description of the journey in question or expressly advised by us to you, overnight accommodation required to meet journey and/or flight connections is not included in the journey price and is at your own expense.

We may substitute hotel accommodation of a similar standard in the place of the advertised hotel due to hotel availability issues. Any changes will be notified once confirmed with the hotel. Although We have taken reasonable steps to secure the most suitable hotel accommodation in the area of the Journey, We are not liable to You for the quality, size or fitness of hotel rooms.

Passports and visas

54. British (citizen) passport holders are recommended to have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date. It is your responsibility to ensure any visas required for countries to be visited on the journey have been obtained prior to the journey departure date. Failure to obtain correct documentation will mean you may be unable to participate in particular shore excursions and may be denied boarding and/or entry into certain countries.

Passport and visa entry requirements and costs are your sole responsibility. We cannot accept any liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to carry correct documentation. If failure to have any necessary travel or other documents results in fines, surcharges or other financial penalty being imposed on us, you will be responsible for reimbursing

us accordingly.

Please note: You must ensure that you obtain prior to the journey departure date all required entry visas for all countries to be visited during the journey, as failure to obtain correct documentation may affect your participation in certain shore excursions and entry to certain countries during the journey.

UK passport holders require a visa to enter Australia and New Zealand.

If you do not have the correct visa or other documentation necessary to enter a country or participate in any aspect of a journey (“Documentation”): (a) We will not refund to you all or any portion of the journey price; and (b) You will be responsible for any costs you incur as a result of your failure to obtain the required documentation, including any costs associated with re-joining the journey.

55. A full British passport presently takes approximately 6 weeks to obtain. If you are 16 or over and have not yet got a passport, you should apply for one at least six weeks before your departure from the UK. The UK Passport Service has to confirm an applicant’s identity before issuing their first passport and will ask them to attend an interview in order to do this. If you are not a British citizen or hold a non British passport, you must check passport and visa requirements with the Embassy or Consulate of the country(ies) you are travelling through and to which you are intending to travel. Please note, all requirements may change and all clients must check the up to date position in good time before departure with the Embassy or consulate of the country(ies) you are travelling through and to.

56. It is your responsibility to ensure you are aware of all recommended vaccinations and health precautions in good time before departure. Details are available from your GP surgery and from the National Travel Health Network and Centre www.nathnac. org. Information on health abroad is also available on www.nhs.uk/ Livewell/Travelhealth. At the time of publication of this brochure, we are not aware of any compulsory health requirements applicable to British citizens taking any of the holidays featured in this brochure. Vaccination and other health requirements/recommendations are subject to change at any time for any destination. Please therefore check with a doctor or clinic not less than six weeks prior to departure to ensure that you have met the necessary requirements and have the applicable information.

57. It is the lead name’s responsibility to ensure that all members of the party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents before departure. All costs incurred in obtaining such documentation must be paid by you. We regret we cannot accept any liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to carry all required documentation. If failure to have any necessary travel or other documents results in fines, surcharges or other financial penalty, costs or expenses being imposed on or incurred by us, you will be responsible for reimbursing us accordingly.

Financial security

58. We hold an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL number 9294). When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us, you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit, you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent or your credit card issuer where applicable. You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. Please note: Not all holiday or travel services offered and sold by us will be protected by the ATOL scheme *The air inclusive holidays and flights we arrange are ATOL protected providing they are made available in the UK. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk.

59. We are a member of ABTA with membership number Y6328. ABTA and ABTA members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain high standards of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For further information about ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the dispute resolution scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street, London SE1 9EQ. Tel: 020 3117 0500 or www.abta.com.

If your holiday does not include flights, IPP will financially protect your holiday by ensuring you receive a refund or, if your arrangements include return travel to the UK (other than flights) you are returned to the UK in the event that your holiday cannot be provided as a result of our insolvency. Please go to www.ipplondon. co.uk for more information.

Journey participation

60. Facilities:

(i) some cruise ships do not have elevators, and ships that are equipped with elevators may not have elevator access to all decks; (ii) wheelchair passengers should be aware that cabin doors, rest rooms and corridors may not be wide enough to provide access for standard wheelchairs;

(iii) requests for modified rooms must be made at the time of

booking and are subject to availability;

(iv) for safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on boarding ramps (which may be steep due to water levels) whilst the vessel is tied up or at anchor, or on to motor coaches; and (v) wheelchairs and walkers can be carried in the luggage compartment of motorcoaches subject to space limitations.

(vi) Our discretion: We may, in Our absolute discretion, decline Your Booking if We are of the view that:

(vii) We cannot adequately provide for any or all of Your special needs;

(viii) Your health, safety or enjoyment, or that of any other passengers attending the journey may be at risk; or

(ix) You cannot or will not abide by any reasonable directions of the Journey Director or Cruise Director.

61. Cruises

If your journey includes a cruise, the following provisions apply: (a)

Deckplan: The deck plan, cabin sizes, images, inclusions and layout in the journey brochure are indicative only and may vary. Pictured representations of cabins or rooms in Journey Brochures are not drawn to scale. (b) Cruise Cabins: Your journey price is based on the cabin category indicated in the journey brochure. Upgrades are subject to availability and will be at an additional cost. (c) Port arrival and departure times: arrival and departure times are an indication only and are always subject to change without notice. (d)

Cruise Itinerary: we reserve the right to substitute or cancel scheduled ports of call which, in our sole judgement and discretion, is justified for any reason and to do so without liability for any loss whatsoever to guests as a result of said change(s). (e) Photography: Our journeys offer some of the most spectacular and beautiful photographic scenery in the world. However, we cannot guarantee that every scene or highlighted featured in a journey brochure or Itinerary will be available on each journey. No refund or other compensation will be available for any resulting missed scene or photographic “opportunity”. (f) Smoking: Smoking is limited to designated smoking areas during. (g) Noise, vibration and odour: While the operators take reasonable steps to minimise noise, vibration and odours on the cruise vessels, you acknowledge and accept that some noise, vibration and intermittent odours may be experienced on vessels, and that we accept no responsibility, and will not be liable to you in relation to any such noise, vibration or odour. (h) Currency and credit cards: All purchases on board a charge to your shipboard account. The on-board currency is the US Dollar. Shipboard accounts may be paid by US Dollar or credit card. (i) Wi Fi and Internet Service: Internet facilities are available on board up to a pre-determined limit per suite at no additional charge. Any additional usage will be charged to the guest’s suite. Complimentary Internet service does not apply to any third-party suppliers. Internet availability and quality may vary from country to country and can also be affected by technical issues, weather or unfavourable terrain and other factors outside our control. We do not guarantee the availability or quality of Internet connections or services. (j) All-inclusive beverages: If Your Journey includes an all-inclusive beverage package, the following provisions apply: all standard beverages are included in the journey price whilst you are on board Scenic Eclipse. This includes champagne, beer, wine, soft drinks, fruit juices, specialty teas and coffee and standard spirits. It also includes daily replenishment of the suite minibars. Selected items such as a very small number of rare, fine and vintage wines, champagnes and spirits are not included in the package and may be available at an additional charge. Responsible service of alcohol is adhered to by all staff on board of all vessels and We reserve the right to refuse service. The all-inclusive beverages package does not apply to any third-party suppliers.

Medical Services

62. A medical centre is available onboard Scenic Eclipse and will be staffed according to the destination. Due to the large number of passengers on board, we cannot provide a personal escort for medical visits. We are not, and our service providers and the operators are not, liable regarding the provision of any medical care you may require or choose to accept during your Journey. You acknowledge that some regions are remote areas with limited medical facilities available. Please consult Your doctor before departure to ensure you have an adequate level of fitness and health.

63. Coaches

Seat rotation: To ensure all passengers have the opportunity to enjoy front and window seats, a daily seat rotation system is employed on all of our coaches and you must follow the seat rotation system. Travel sickness: If you suffer from travel sickness, you should arrange medication or other alternatives to treat symptoms, as we cannot make allowances for this.

64. Vaccinations: It is your responsibility to ensure You have all required vaccinations for your journey and we recommend you refer to http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Travel-immunisation/Pages/ Introduction.aspx for full details and also consult your doctor. It’s recommended for passengers travelling from the UK to get vaccinated against the following diseases Diphtheria; Rabies; Typhoid. The following information is correct at the time of printing and is provided as a guide only you will not receive a refund if you are unable to be vaccinated and if as a result decide not to complete the journey.

Sightseeing tours

65. Sightseeing: Sightseeing in many historic towns and cities can only be undertaken by walking tours as motorcoach access is not possible. Consequently, a reasonable level of fitness is required as the sightseeing tour may involve steps and extensive walking over uneven surfaces.

66. Mountain Excursions: Some journeys include mountain excursions involving high altitudes. Please consult with your doctor to ensure that you have an adequate level of fitness and are in good health before participating in these excursions.

Scenic Freechoice

67. For our Australia & New Zealand Land Journey’s your Scenic Freechoice activity in your first destination must be booked by 45 days prior to your journey departure date. All other Scenic Freechoice including dining can be booked whilst on journey with your Tour/Cruise Director (unless otherwise stated) and are subject to availability, seasonal and operational factors. Some activities

require a minimum and maximum number of participants to operate. Scenic Freechoice activities are not always exclusive to Scenic and could have guests from other journey groups on transportation and part of the group.

Scenic Enrich & Scenic Sunset Drinks

68. It may not always be possible to offer every Scenic Enrich activity and Scenic Sunset Drinks in the brochure on your journey. Wherever possible, suitable alternatives will be provided without liability to you.

Pictures, images and data protection

69. Maps or journey depictions contained in journey brochures or any other brochures we issue are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon as the actual route to be taken during the journey. All images in journey brochures represent typical scenes and descriptive detail for each journey, however it is possible that the particular subject matter may not be seen or experienced on your journey. Also, some pictures may have been digitally enhanced.

70. For the purposes of the Data Protection Act 1998 we are a data controller. Our privacy policy is available to view on our website www.scenic.co.uk and sets out how we collect and use the personal information you provide us with. We will only process personal data as set out in our privacy policy (as amended or added to) or otherwise notified to or agreed by you or as we are otherwise permitted to do in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.

71. The information contained in our brochure, on our website www. scenic.co.uk and in our other advertising material is believed correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing or publication. However, errors may occasionally occur and information may subsequently change. You must therefore ensure you check all details of your chosen holiday (including the price) with us or your travel agent at the time of booking.

Promotions

72. Please note that if a different promotion becomes available after your booking has been confirmed this is not applicable to your booking. Scenic does not back date our promotions.

73. Drones

(a) General prohibition: Unless provided by Us or an Operator as part of an organised activity during your journey, the use of Drones is strictly prohibited at all times on your journey.

(b) Legal restrictions: You should also be aware that, in addition to the prohibition in paragraph (a), the use of Drones is regulated or prohibited by law in many locations and unlawful use may result in arrest or prosecution by the relevant authorities.

(c) Organised Activities: If we or an operator allow you to operate a Drone as part of an organised activity during your journey, you must strictly comply with all instructions of the activity leader.

74. Solo Passengers and Single Accommodation

(i) Prices quoted in journey brochures are on a twin share basis. If your booking is not a twin share booking we will notify you of the applicable single supplement rate (“Single Supplement Rate”), and you must pay the single supplement rate for the journey, at the time of booking.

(ii) If You are willing to share a room with another single traveller of the same gender, you must pay the single supplement rate and we will use reasonable endeavours to match you with another single traveller of the same gender, but we cannot guarantee availability. If we are able to match you with another traveller and you remain matched throughout the entire journey, you will be refunded your single supplement rate within 2 weeks of journey completion. We accept no responsibility for the suitability of the allocated rooming partner.

(iii) If at any time during the journey, you consider your rooming partner unsuitable, you must notify us and we will use reasonable endeavours to arrange single accommodation for you for the remainder of the journey, subject to availability, and at your own cost.

(iv) A limited number of single rooms and/or cabins are available at a single supplement rate for each journey. In some locations, single rooms are smaller than twin rooms and may not be available. You acknowledge that if there is no availability of single accommodation for the remainder of the journey, you will be required to continue to share with your nominated rooming partner for the remainder of the journey.

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office may have issued information about your cruise/journey destination. You are advised to check this information at www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.

Destination Specific Terms

75. Due to the distance between some attractions, there may be days with extended coach travel.

76. In some areas porterage may not available and you will be required to carry your luggage upon arrival and departure.

77. Not later than 15 days before the journey departure date, expectant mothers are required to supply a medical certificate establishing their fitness for travel at the time they are due to travel. The certificate must be signed by a medical practitioner, include the estimated delivery date and be dated not earlier than 30 days before the journey departure date In any event, we are unable to accommodate, and will not allow to participate in the Journey, any woman who has entered her twenty-fourth (24th) week of pregnancy prior to the journey departure date, or who will do so at any time during the journey, and, to the maximum extent permitted by law, will not be responsible or liable for any complication relative to any pregnancy during the entire duration of the cruise or thereafter. Additionally, airlines may have restrictions that may differ from ours. Please contact your travel professional or airline for details.

78. Unscheduled Embarkation / Disembarkation: International cabotage laws may prohibit guests from embarking or disembarking their voyage in any port except the main scheduled embarkation and disembarkation ports. Only those guests with a medical emergency may be allowed to embark or disembark the cruise vessel at an unscheduled embark / disembark port. If an unscheduled embarkation or disembarkation is permitted as a result of an emergency, those guests may incur additional charges intended to cover any fine or penalty levied against Scenic and any other additional costs. Such additional costs will be added to the guests’ on board account prior to disembarking.

79. We strongly recommend that You take out comprehensive travel

insurance with a reputable insurance company to cover you against risks associated with your cruise/journey including cover for loss of luggage, medical expenses, costs and expenses incurred due to cancellations, delays or other disruptions or medical evacuation in remote areas.

80. You must complete a mandatory medical questionnaire when travelling on-board Scenic Eclipse (to be provided 90 days prior to departure) between 90 and 60 days prior to the journey departure date and must be returned to Scenic not later than 60 days prior to the journey departure date. Any medical certificate issued earlier than 90 days before the journey departure date will not be accepted. Any guest who has not completed and returned their medical certificate will not be cleared for embarkation and will not benefit from any refund.

81. Service Animals: Due to the sensitive environments and regulatory regulations of the region travelled to, we are unable to accept service animals on the Cruise.

82. Discovery Experiences: a reasonable level of mobility is required to participate in most discovery experiences. Specific discovery experiences will be advised on full release. Discovery experiences including Zodiac, kayak, helicopter, e-bikes and submarine are subject to regulatory approval, availability, weight restrictions, medical approval and prevailing weather, marine and ice conditions and may be cancelled at short notice. We cannot guarantee their availability, even if you have made an on-board booking. Discovery experiences can be booked whilst on Cruise with Your Cruise Director or Discovery Team Leader (unless otherwise stated) and are subject to availability, seasonal and operational factors. Some activities require a minimum and maximum number of participants to operate. We reserve the right to terminate, Your participation in a discovery experience if the Cruise Director, Journey Director or Discovery Team Leader reasonably considers that your continued participation poses a risk to the health or safety of You or any other person or You refuse to comply with all reasonable directions of the Cruise Director, Journey Director or Discovery Team Leader or any guide or operator conducting the experience.

83. Videography and Photography: (a) We may capture photographs and video footage throughout the journey for the purposes of compiling a video which features some of the highlights and activities of the journey (journey video). Although we will use reasonable endeavours to ensure that the photographs and video footage captured are general in nature and do not focus on any specific individual, you acknowledge that we may capture photographs and video footage of you throughout the journey. (b) the journey video will be prepared and made available online to you and all other passengers following the journey. The journey video will be provided to you for personal use only and you must not use it for any commercial or unlawful purpose. (c) We may decline to produce, or make available to you, a journey video in our absolute discretion. (d) You acknowledge and agree that, Scenic has no ability to restrict or control the further publication or distribution of the journey video by other passengers. (e) If You do not wish to appear in the journey video, you must inform us at the commencement of the journey by completing and returning to reception on the cruise vessel an ‘opt-out’ form, in which case we will use reasonable endeavours to ensure you do not appear, or are not able to be identified, in the journey video. (f) You acknowledge and agree that we may use the journey video (and any still images from it) for marketing, training and promotional purposes and you waive any right to claim any payment or other compensation for such use.

84. Future Travel Voucher

If we Issue a Future Travel Voucher to you:

(I) You may apply It towards any future booking for a Journey with a Journey Departure Date within 24 months after the date on which we cancel your booking; subject to availability and any Future Travel Voucher capacity limits applicable to your selected Journey or cruise;

(ii) If your original booking was for an ocean or river cruise, the Future Travel Voucher can only be applied to available ocean and river cruises within the Scenic Group (Scenic Luxury Cruises & Journeys and Emerald Cruises).

(ii) If your original booking was for a land Journey, the Future Travel Voucher can be applied to available land Journeys or ocean and river cruises within the Scenic Group (Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises).

(iii) You may, with our prior written consent, which we will not unreasonably refuse, transfer it to another person to apply towards any future Booking for a Journey with a Journey Departure Date within 24 months after the date on which we cancel your booking;

(v) its use for any future booking Is subject to availability;

(vi) it cannot be applied against stand-alone products or upgrades from third parties or from service provides in conjunction with the standard journey itinerary.

(vii) If you do not use the Future Travel Voucher prior to the expiry date you will be entitled to a refund.

(viii) You (or the person to whom It Is transferred) must pay any shortfall between the value of the Future Travel Voucher and the Journey price for the new booking.

85. Flight offers - all our flight offers are based on departures from the UK and are subject to availability. Offers are with a specific airline and in a particular class or standard of seat of our choice. If that airline and/or class/standard of seat is no longer available different charges may apply. Flights must be booked by Scenic to take advantage of any flight offer we advertise. All offers are subject to availability. Flights are normally scheduled to meet the brochure journey departure times and dates, requests for alternative flight time and dates may incur additional charges.

Full terms & conditions can be viewed and downloaded from www.scenic.co.uk

Published November 2023