May 2009
Monthly Archive
Qantas and Swiss Air Business Class Special to Europe

Many business trips are hectic and stressful. On board SWISS Business Class, you will experience something very different – rest and relaxation. Sit back, relax and recharge. After the comfortable flight, you can attend your meetings refreshed and energized. Starting in 2009, they offer best-in-class sleeping comfort on the Airbus A330 and more.
A quiet place to relax or to work
Their Business Class is tailored to your needs. Do whatever you can and want to do on a long flight: relax, sleep or work – with minimal interference. Their flight attendants will attend to your needs, including a welcome drink (a glass of champagne, fresh orange juice or water) and plenty of amenities.
Special Business Class Special to Europe – From $5650 + taxes
Valid for travel from 01st January 2010 – 31st August 2010
Valid for sales: 16th November 2009 – 30th March 2010
Airfare Type: Return Business Class Airfares
Departing city: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth
Destination: London, Frankfurt, Zurich, Amsterdam, Lisbon, Amsterdam, Athens, Hamburg, Istanbul, Zurich, Rome, Manchester, Madrid and many more
Business Class Airfares: From $5650 + taxes*Taxes are subject to change.
Holiday Ideas
21 Day Classical Europe with Prague and Paris – APT Tour
On Travelmarvel’s 21 day Classical Europe with Prague and Paris, discover the historic sights of Prague before embarking on a 15 day cruise aboard the ms Sound of Music from Budapest to Amsterdam, followed by three indulgent nights in Paris

Price from $6095 per person, twin share.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Prague
Be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure before this evening’s Welcome Reception.
Hotel Century Old Town Prague
Day 2. Prague Sightseeing
This morning take a walking tour of Prague’s Old Town. Visit the 1,000 year-old Hradcany Castle courtyard and St Vitus, then walk over Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square. Enjoy a Welcome Dinner this evening.
Hotel Century Old Town Prague
Day 3. Prague at Leisure
With today at leisure, perhaps further explore, or join an optional tour to Terezín Concentration Camp Memorial or Kutná Hora (both at own expense). Tonight perhaps join us for a special folklore performance over a dinner of local specialities.
Hotel Century Old Town Prague
Day 4. Budapest, Embark Ship
Travel to Budapest, where 18 Day (EUTCRBP18) guests join the tour. Board your ship, and tonight, enjoy the Captain’s Gala Welcome Dinner.
ms Sound of Music
Day 5. Budapest Sightseeing
Following breakfast, join a sightseeing tour of Budapest. Visit 500 year-old Matthias Church, St Stephen’s Basilica, the distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion, the marvellous Royal Palace and historic Buda Castle, where you have views of Buda and Pest over both banks of the river.
Day 6. Bratislava
Relax this morning as you cruise to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Upon arrival, disembark and join a walking tour through this intriguing city. This evening, enjoy dinner and an evening music performance as you cruise to Vienna.
Day 7. Vienna
Today take a guided tour of Vienna, including St Stephen’s Cathedral, Hofburg Imperial Palace, and more. After free time, perhaps join us tonight for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert.

Day 8. Durnstein, Melk
This morning reach the Wachau Valley and stop in Durnstein for a tour. At lunch, continue to Melk for a tour of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, one of the world’s most famous monastic sites. Later, sample some of the delights of the Wachau Valley with a wine tasting.
Day 9. Linz, Passau
Cruise past Linz and on to Passau. Here, you will disembark for a tour of this historic city, situated on the Austrian border at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn, and the Ilz rivers.
Day 10. Regensburg
Arrive in Regensburg, where a guided tour of the city’s architectural highlights includes the Old Town Hall and the Porta Pretoria – gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Tonight, folklore entertainers perform on board.
Day 11. Nuremberg
Nuremberg played a pivotal role for the Nazi Party during World War II and acted as the symbolic host of the Nuremberg Trials. Today, visit a number of Nuremberg’s World War II sites on a guided tour.
Day 12. Bamberg
Today, you’ll disembark the ship just outside of Bamberg and travel by coach into this enchanting town. As one of the few cities in Germany that wasn’t destroyed by bombs during World War II, Bamberg was declared a World Heritage-listed site in 1993. Here, take a tour of the city’s serpentine streets, then enjoy time to shop or explore before continuing your cruise.
Day 13. Wurzburg
After breakfast, arrive in Wurzburg and disembark for a tour. Then enjoy free time to explore, or perhaps take an optional excursion to Rothenburg.
Day 14. Miltenberg, Wertheim
Arrive in Miltenberg and travel by coach to Wertheim. Known for its glassworks, Franconian wine and friendly people, enjoy free time to explore. Return to Miltenberg for a tour of this lovely Franconian town, then re-board the ship and watch a glass-blowing performance as you cruise through the valleys of the Main River.
Day 15. Rudesheim, Koblenz
Today arrive in Rudesheim, where a mini-train will take you to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Instrument Museum for a tour. Later, cruise through the Rhine Gorge on perhaps the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine. Cruise past castles and castle ruins, as well as Lorelei Rock.
Day 16. Koblenz, Cologne
This morning enjoy a walking tour of Koblenz, located at the confluence of the Rhine and the Moselle rivers. The cultural monuments, historic buildings, narrow alleyways and relaxed atmosphere of its squares make Koblenz a very welcoming destination. Continue cruising to Cologne where, after dinner, you’ll take an evening walk through the city.
Day 17. Cologne to Amsterdam
Arrive in Amsterdam and join a canal boat cruise. Sailing in a glass-top boat, admire 17th century homes, charming churches and 16th century merchant houses. Return to your ship for the Captain’s Gala Farewell Dinner this evening.
Day 18. Disembark Ship, Paris
After breakfast today, disembark the ship and transfer to your hotel in Paris.
Mercure Paris Suffren Tour Eiffel

Day 19. Paris Sightseeing
Discover the sights of the French capital during a guided tour. You’ll see the Champs Élysées, one of the most famous streets in the world, and the commemorative Arc de Triomphe. You’ll also visit the iconic Eiffel Tower and journey up to the second viewing level, where stunning views of Paris and the River Seine await. With tonight at leisure, perhaps enjoy dinner and a show at the Moulin Rouge.
Mercure Paris Suffren Tour Eiffel
Day 20. Paris at Leisure
Today is yours to enjoy at leisure in the City of Light. Perhaps stroll along the boutique-lined boulevards, sip coffee in the bohemian Latin Quarter or go shopping at Rue Mouffetard. Tonight gather with your fellow travellers for a delicious Farewell Dinner.
Mercure Paris Suffren Tour Eiffel
Day 21. Depart Paris
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Departure Date
| Start Date |
End Date |
Twin |
Single |
| 26 Mar 2010 |
15 Apr 2010 |
$6,690 |
$9,145 |
| 12 May 2010 |
1 Jun 2010 |
$8,390 |
$11,695 |
Prices are per person
All prices are displayed in Australian Dollar (AUD)
For more information and condition contact YOURHOLIDAYS.com.au on +61 (2) 9439 9655
15 Day Classical Europe – Amsterdam to Budapest APT Tour
On Travelmarvel’s 15 day Classical Europe cruise aboard the ms Sound of Music from Amsterdam to Budapest, weave within seductive landscapes and right through the centre of the charming towns, villages and cities along their path.

Price from $3695 per person, twin share.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Amsterdam, Embark Ship
Be met at the airport and transferred to the ms Sound of Music, conveniently moored close to Amsterdam’s city centre. Tonight enjoy the chance to meet your fellow travellers at a Welcome Reception.
ms Sound of Music
Day 2. Amsterdam Canal Boat Cruise
Join a canal boat cruise today and see the sights of Amsterdam from a unique vantage point. Cruise in a glass-top boat and admire the stunning architecture of the city, from 17th century homes to charming churches and 16th century merchant houses. Afterwards, enjoy some free time to explore at your leisure, then tonight, return to your ship and enjoy a sumptuous dinner on board.
Day 3. Cologne, Koblenz
Having entered Germany overnight, cruise past Dusseldorf and arrive in Cologne. Here, enjoy a tour through the old part of Germany’s fourth-largest city. Returning to your ship, continue cruising to the 2,000 year-old town of Koblenz, set in one of Germany’s most important wine-producing regions. After dinner this evening, disembark the ship and take an evening stroll through the middle of this charming city.
Day 4. Koblenz, Rudesheim
Today cruise through the Rhine Gorge on what is regarded as the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine. Later arrive in Rüdesheim where a mini-train will take you to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Instrument Museum for a tour.

Day 5. Wertheim, Miltenberg
In Wertheim, disembark the ship and travel by coach to Miltenberg. Take a tour of this Franconian town before re-boarding the coach and returning to Wertheim. Known for its glassworks, wine and friendly people, the time you spend here is an ideal introduction to a typical medieval village. Watch a local glass-blowing demonstration, then relax as you cruise through the valleys of the meandering Main.
Day 6. Wurzburg
Surrounded by green hills covered with vineyards, Wurzburg is a crucial centre for wine and trade. During a tour here, see the impressive Residential Palace and churches ranging in styles from Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque to Modern. Then enjoy free time to further explore, or perhaps take an optional excursion to the beautiful walled town of Rothenburg. After dinner on board this evening the ship continues cruising towards Bamberg.
Day 7. Bamberg
After breakfast, disembark your ship and travel by coach to the World Heritage-listed town of Bamberg. During your time here, tour the city’s streets, with their charming houses and 18th century mansions. After your tour, there is time at leisure to shop, relax or explore further before returning to your ship. Back on board, the ship cruises into the Main-Danube Canal. Having taken 32 years to construct, the canal was completed in 1992 and truly is a feat of modern engineering. Enjoy another delicious dinner on board as you cruise towards Nuremberg, the capital of Franconia.
Day 8. Nuremberg, Continental Divide
Nuremberg played a pivotal role for the Nazi Party and was thus systematically bombed by the British and US air forces during World War II. It went on to act as the symbolic host of the infamous Nuremberg Trials. Today, visit a number of Nuremberg’s World War II sites on a guided tour and get a feel for the history of this symbolic city. At lunch, re-board your ship and continue along the Main-Danube Canal. This afternoon, thanks to the series of stair step locks, you’ll arrive at the highest point of your cruise, 435 metres above sea level, where you will cross Europe’s Continental Divide.
Day 9. Regensburg
Arrive in Regensburg today, located at the confluence of the Danube and Regen rivers and one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities. Here you’ll have the opportunity to see one of the oldest bridges crossing the Danube and take a guided tour of the city’s architectural highlights including the Old Town Hall, the World Heritage-listed city centre and the Porta Pretoria – gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Tonight, enjoy a music performance on board.
Day 10. Passau, Linz
After breakfast this morning, you’ll arrive in Passau. Take a tour of the sights, including a trip to St Stephen’s Cathedral, before enjoying an afternoon of scenic cruising into Austria and to Linz. After dinner tonight, disembark the ship and explore the sights of Linz during an evening stroll through this pretty town.
Day 11. Melk, Durnstein, Weissenkirchen
Cruise through the scenic Strudengau region to the pretty Wachau Valley this morning and take a tour of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, one of the world’s most famous monastic sites. Located on an outcrop overlooking the Danube, it has the rare distinction of surviving as an active Benedictine monastery continuously since its foundation. After, rejoin your ship and continue to Dürnstein for a tour along the medieval cobblestone streets of this town. High above town, you’ll see the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, the King of England, was imprisoned in 1192. Then re-board your ship and cruise back to Weissenkirchen, where you’ll have the chance to sample Wachau Valley wines.
Day 12. Vienna
Today take a guided tour of Vienna, including St Stephen’s Cathedral, Hofburg Imperial Palace, the Vienna Opera House, Ringstrasse and more. You’ll also enjoy a taste of Austria when you visit a traditional Viennese coffee house for cake and coffee. Then enjoy free time to further explore. Tonight, perhaps join us for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert.

Day 13.
Vienna, Bratislava
This morning depart Vienna and cruise across the Austrian border into Slovakia. Upon arrival in the capital of Bratislava, disembark and take a walking tour. After your tour, the rest of the day is at leisure for you to further explore. Later, re-board your ship for dinner.
Day 14. Budapest
Still on the Danube, arrive in Budapest, the romantic Hungarian capital. With its intriguing history, incredible architecture and rich cultural heritage, Hungary’s capital deserves its reputation as the Paris of central Europe. Following breakfast, disembark for a guided sightseeing tour of Budapest that includes 500 year-old Matthias Church, St Stephen’s Basilica, the distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion, the marvellous Royal Palace and historic Buda Castle, where you have views of Buda and Pest over both banks of the river.
Day 15. Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest
After breakfast this morning, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Departure Date
| Start Date |
End Date |
Twin |
Single |
| 15 Mar 2010 |
29 Mar 2010 |
$4,290 |
$5,545 |
| 1 May 2010 |
15 May 2010 |
$5,990 |
$8,095 |
| 29 May 2010 |
12 Jun 2010 |
$5,990 |
$8,095 |
Prices are per person
All prices are displayed in Australian Dollars (AUD)
For more information and condition contact YOURHOLIDAYS.com.au on +61 (2) 9439 9655
18 Day Majesty of Egypt and Jordan Apt Tour
Explore Cairo then enjoy a River Nile cruise from Luxor to Aswan. Later fly to majestic Abu Simbel then continue to Alexandria before crossing into Jordan for a look at the red city of Petra, the famous Dead Sea and more.

Price from $6715 per person, twin share.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Cairo
Arrive in Cairo and transfer to your hotel, with the remainder of the day free to explore. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner.
Three Night Stay: Cairo, Sofitel El Gezirah
Day 2. Cairo Sightseeing
Start at the famous Museum of Egyptian Antiquities and admire the riches of King Tutankhamen’s tomb. After lunch, tour the Old City of Cairo and continue to the Citadel of Saladin and Mohammed Ali Mosque, before visiting the Khan el-Khalili Bazaar.
Day 3. Memphis, Sakkara, Pyramids and Sphinx Excursion
Travel to Memphis and see the statue of Ramesses II and a temple dedicated to the goddess Hathor. Continue to Sakkara, containing some 80 pyramids and hundreds of tombs. Later drive to the Giza Plateau, home of the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx, carved almost entirely from one piece of limestone, before returning to Cairo.
Day 4. Cairo – Luxor, Embark Ship
Early this morning, transfer to the airport for the flight to Luxor. Upon arrival board your ship. Luxor became the capital of the New Kingdom around 1500 BC and developed into a major trading centre with luxurious palaces and massive temples. Here, tour the temples of Luxor and Karnak. Then tonight, after dinner, take in a spectacular sound and light show at Karnak Temple on the River Nile.
Four Night Stay: Moon Goddess
Day 5. Luxor – West Bank and Valley of the Kings – Esna
Take a boat to the West Bank of the Nile River and pass through the ancient town of Thebes to the Valley of the Kings. Here the tomb of Tutankhamen was discovered in 1922. Continue to Deir-el-Bahari, Queen Hatshepsut’s temple. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon then cruise to Esna and watch rural life unfold in a very similar way to ancient Egyptian times. Tonight enjoy an Egyptology lecture.
Day 6. Edfu – Kom Ombo
In Edfu, take a horse carriage to the Temple of Horus, Egypt’s best preserved temple. Continue to the Temple of Kom Ombo, set on a hill overlooking the Nile. The ship moors overnight in Kom Ombo.

Day 7. Aswan – Philae Temple
Today explore the Nile in a felucca sailboat. Admire Elephantine Island, the Botanical Garden and the Aga Khan Mausoleum, then visit Philae Temple. The construction of Aswan’s High Dam would have flooded Philae Island, so the temple was dismantled and moved to Angilika Island.
Day 8. Abu Simbel Excursion, Disembark Ship – Cairo
A morning plane excursion takes you to the temples of Abu Simbel, built by Ramesses II as tribute to his favourite wife Nefertari. After lunch, fly back to Cairo.
Stay: Cairo, Sofitel El Gezirah
Day 9. Cairo – Alexandria
Depart Cairo and travel by coach to Alexandria. Check in to your hotel and enjoy time at leisure before dinner.
Two Night Stay: Alexandria, Sofitel Cecil Hotel
Day 10. Alexandria
Explore Alexandria, built in 332 BC by Alexander the Great. Under Roman occupation, it was the second city of the Roman Empire. See Pompey’s Pillar, the Nilometer, the Roman Amphitheatre and much more.
Day 11. Alexandria – Cairo
After breakfast, enjoy the morning in Alexandria, then travel via the port town El Alamein on your return to Cairo.
Stay: Cairo, Mena House Oberoi in pyramid view rooms
Day 12. Cairo – Amman
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Amman, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world (flight at own expense). On arrival, enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore or relax.
Stay: Amman, Le Méridien

Day 13. Amman – Petra
Today journey from Amman to Petra. Along the way, stop and explore the town of Madaba, Mt Nebo, and the magnificent Crusader fortress of Kerak.
Two Night Stay: Petra, Mövenpick Resort
Day 14. Petra Sightseeing
On a tour of World Heritage-listed Petra, explore the arched gateways, temples, and colonnaded streets. Surrounded by towering hills of rust-coloured sandstone, Petra was recently named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Today you’ll see why this ancient city is considered the most amazing site in Jordan. In the evening discover Petra by Night, with the entire al-Siq and Treasury lit up by over 1,500 candles – a truly unforgettable sight.
Day 15. Petra – Dead Sea
Today take a two hour Jeep tour of Wadi Rum and its sheer granite and sandstone cliffs, then transfer to the famous site of the Dead Sea and check in to your hotel.
Two Night Stay: Dead Sea, Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea

Day 16. Dead Sea, Bethany
Travel to Bethany, a place associated with the lives of Jesus and John the Baptist. Then enjoy the chance to swim in the Dead Sea, one of the world’s saltiest bodies of water where you can float.
Day 17. Dead Sea – Amman
This morning return to Amman for a city tour.
Stay: Amman, Le Méridien
Day 18. Depart Amman
Departure Dates
| Start Dates |
End Dates |
Twin |
Single |
| 9 Sep 2009 |
26 Sep 2009 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 19 Sep 2009 |
6 Oct 2009 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 7 Oct 2009 |
24 Oct 2009 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 17 Oct 2009 |
3 Nov 2009 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 4 Nov 2009 |
21 Nov 2009 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 14 Nov 2009 |
1 Dec 2009 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 2 Dec 2009 |
19 Dec 2009 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 12 Dec 2009 |
29 Dec 2009 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 9 Jan 2010 |
26 Jan 2010 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 27 Jan 2010 |
13 Fed 2010 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
| 6 Feb 2010 |
23 Feb 2010 |
$7,645 |
$11,470 |
| 24 Feb 2010 |
13 Mar 2010 |
$7,645 |
$11,470 |
| 6 Mar 2010 |
23 Mar 2010 |
$7,645 |
$11,470 |
| 24 Mar 2010 |
10 Apr 2010 |
$7,645 |
$11,470 |
| 3 Apr 2010 |
20 Apr 2010 |
$8,045 |
$12,070 |
| 21 Apr 2010 |
8 May 2010 |
$7,945 |
$11,920 |
| 1 May 2010 |
18 May 2010 |
$7,245 |
$10,870 |
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|
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Prices are per person
All prices are displayed in Australian Dollars (AUD)
For more information and condition contact YOURHOLIDAYS.com.au on +61 (2) 9439 9655
12 Day Majesty of Egypt APT Tour
Enjoy an exploration of Egypt, starting with three nights in Cairo before flying to Luxor and taking a four night River Nile cruise to Aswan, where the river is at its most beautiful. From here, fly to Abu Simbel and marvel at the magnificent temples then continue to Alexandria on the Mediterranean Coast before returning to Cairo.

Price from $4295 per person, twin share.
Itinerary
Day 1. Arrive Cairo
Upon arrival, transfer and check in to your hotel. Then enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Later get to know your fellow travellers during tonight’s Welcome Dinner.
Three Night Stay: Cairo, Sofitel El Gezirah
Day 2. Cairo Sightseeing
On a visit to the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, listen to the fascinating narration as you walk through halls full of treasures from various historical periods. Admire treasures from King Tutankhamen’s tomb. After lunch, tour the Old City of Cairo to see Saint Sergius Church, the Citadel of Saladin and the Mohammed Ali Mosque, followed by a visit to ancient Khan el-Khalili Bazaar, where for centuries Egyptians have been bartering for goods.
Day 3. Memphis, Sakkara, Pyramids and Sphinx Excursion
Today travel to Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. Here see a colossal statue of Ramesses II and a temple dedicated to Hathor. Then tour Sakkara, the burial site of Memphis for 3,000 years. Sakkara contains some 80 pyramids and hundreds of tombs, and is a focal point in Egyptology. Its best-known monument is the Step Pyramid of King Zoser, built in 2650 BC and thought to be the world’s oldest surviving stone building. Then drive to the Giza Plateau, home of the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Walk through the Valley Temple where the pharaohs were laid out for their funeral before entering the tombs. Then admire the Sphinx, carved almost entirely from one piece of limestone, before returning to Cairo.
Day 4. Cairo – Luxor, Embark Ship
Early this morning, fly to Luxor and board your ship. Luxor became the capital of the New Kingdom around 1500 BC and developed into a major trading centre with luxurious palaces and massive temples. Here, tour the temples of Luxor and Karnak. After dinner, take in a sound and light show at Karnak Temple on the banks of the Nile. Watch in awe as lights reflect on the water and light up the sky as the ancient splendour of Thebes comes to life. This show narrates the story of the temple and the history of Thebes.
Four Night Stay: Moon Goddess
Day 5. Luxor – West Bank and Valley of the Kings – Esna
This morning, take a boat to the West Bank of the Nile River and pass through the ancient town of Thebes to the Valley of the Kings. Here the tomb of Tutankhamen was discovered in 1922. Continue to Deir-el-Bahari, Queen Hatshepsut’s temple. Stop at the Colossi of Memnon then cruise to Esna and watch rural life unfold in a similar way to ancient times. Tonight enjoy an Egyptology lecture on board.

Day 6. Edfu – Kom Ombo
Arrive in Edfu and take a horse carriage ride to the Temple of Horus, Egypt’s best-preserved temple. Continue your cruise to the Temple of Kom Ombo, set dramatically on a hill overlooking the Nile. The ship moors overnight in Kom Ombo.
Day 7. Aswan – Philae Temple
Today explore the Nile in an ancient felucca sailboat. Admire Elephantine Island, the Botanical Garden and the Aga Khan Mausoleum, then visit Philae Temple, one of the last places where ancient Egyptian religions flourished. The construction of Aswan’s High Dam would have flooded Philae Island, so the temple was dismantled and moved to its location today, on Angilika Island.
Day 8. Abu Simbel Excursion, Disembark Ship – Cairo
An included early morning plane excursion takes you to the temples of Abu Simbel, built by Ramesses II as tribute to his favourite wife Nefertari. In the 1960s the temples were cut into pieces and moved to a higher location to protect them from flooding. After lunch, fly back to Cairo.
Stay: Cairo, Mena House Oberoi in pyramid view rooms
Day 9. Cairo – Alexandria
This morning after breakfast, travel by coach to the city of Alexandria. On arrival here, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure before dinner tonight.
Two Night Stay: Alexandria, Sofitel Cecil Hotel
Day 10. Alexandria
Explore Alexandria, built in 332 BC by Alexander the Great. Under Roman occupation, it became the second city of the Roman Empire. The change from a Pagan to a Christian city caused many temples and buildings to be destroyed. In 641, the Arabs took over the city with its 4,000 palaces, 1,200 gardens, 400 circuses and entertaining centres and 500,000 inhabitants. On tour, see Pompey’s Pillar, Montaza Palace, the Nilometer – measuring annual Nile floods – as well as the Roman Amphitheatre and Lighthouse of Alexandria.

Day 11. Alexandria – Cairo
Enjoy the morning in Alexandria, travel via the port town El Alamein on your return to Cairo. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner cruise along the Nile with an entertaining belly dancing performance.
Stay: Cairo, Sofitel El Gezirah
Day 12. Depart Cairo
Your tour ends after breakfast as you transfer to the airport.
Departure Dates
| Start Date |
End Date |
Twin |
Single |
| 9 Sep 2009 |
20 Sep 2009 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 19 Sep 2009 |
30 Sep 2009 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 7 Oct 2009 |
18 Oct 2009 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 17 Oct 2009 |
28 Oct 2009 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 4 Nov 2009 |
15 Nov 2009 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 14 Nov 2009 |
25 Nov 2009 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 2 Dec 2009 |
13 Dec 2009 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 12 Dec 2009 |
23 Dec 2009 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 9 Jan 2010 |
20 Jan 2010 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
| 27 Jan 2010 |
7 Feb 2010 |
$4,695 |
$7,045 |
| 6 Feb 2010 |
17 Feb 2010 |
$4,695 |
$7,045 |
| 24 Feb 2010 |
7 Mar 2010 |
$4,695 |
$7,045 |
| 6 Mar 2010 |
17 Mar 2010 |
$4,695 |
$7,045 |
| 24 Mar 2010 |
4 Apr 2010 |
$4,695 |
$7,045 |
| 3 Apr 2010 |
14 Apr 2010 |
$4,995 |
$7,495 |
| 21 Apr 2010 |
2 May 2010 |
$4,995 |
$7,495 |
| 1 May 2010 |
12 May 2010 |
$4,295 |
$6,445 |
Prices are per person
All prices are displayed in Australian Dollars (AUD)
For more information and condition contact YOURHOLIDAYS.com.au on +61 (2) 9439 9655
Hilton Family Special Ski Package Tour 17 Days
Hilton Family Special Package Tour 17 Days
Escorted from Sydney
The Hilton Family special is the ultimate family holiday, with something for everyone. Dad will love the fantastic snow staying on the mountain at the Niseko Hilton.
The kids will be giddy with excitement at the Hilton Tokyo Bay in the Tokyo Disney Resort. Mum is not forgotten, with a night at a beautiful Japanese Ryokan in the romantic old capital of Kyoto and shopping in Tokyo and Osaka. All the boxes are ticked on this adventure: travel on a bullet train, see Mt Fuji, ski in world-best powder snow. Family holidays should all be this good!

Hilton Special Family Ski Package Tour Itinerary
| Day |
Date |
Tour Itinerary |
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1
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07 Jan 10
(Thu) |
Australia – Tokyo – Sapporo
Depart AustraliaArrive in Tokyo
Depart TokyoArrive in Sapporo
Transfer to your hotel by coach
Accommodation at Hilton Niseko Village |
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2 – 7
|
08 – 13
Jan 10
(Fri)-(Wed) |
Niseko
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Day at leisure
(6-day lift pass included)
Accommodation at Hilton Niseko Village |
|
8
|
14 Jan 10
(Thu) |
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Niseko – Sapporo – Tokyo Tokyo Disney Resort ®
Transfer to New Chitose Airport by coach
Depart SapporoArrive in Tokyo
Transfer to your hotel by coach
Accommodation at Hilton Tokyo Bay |
|
9
|
15 Jan 10
(Fri) |
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Tokyo Disney Resort ®
Enjoy Tokyo Disneyland ®
Accommodation at Hilton Tokyo Bay |
|
10
|
16 Jan 10
(Sat) |
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Tokyo Disney Resort ®
Enjoy Tokyo Disneysea ®
Evening – transfer to Tokyo
Accommodation at Hilton Tokyo |
|
11
|
17 Jan 10
(Sun) |
Tokyo
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Full day Tokyo sightseeing
Accommodation at Hilton Tokyo |
|
12
|
18 Jan 10
(Mon) |
Tokyo
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Full day Mt Fuji/Hakone sightseeing
Accommodation at Hilton Tokyo |
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13
|
19 Jan 10
(Tue) |
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Tokyo – Nagoya – Kyoto
Leave for Kyoto
Half day Nagoya sightseeing en-route
Accommodation at Japanese style ‘Ryokan’ |
|
14
|
20 Jan 10
(Wed) |
Kyoto
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Full day Kyoto sightseeing
Accommodation at Japanese style ‘Ryokan’ |
|
15
|
21 Jan 10
(Thu) |
Kyoto – Osaka
Breakfast at Your Hotel
Leave for Osaka
Half-day Osaka sightseeing
Accommodation at Hilton Osaka |
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16
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22 Jan 10
(Fri) |
Osaka – Tokyo – Narita
Breakfast at Your Hote
lFree until departure
Afternoon, transfer to Itami Airport by coach
Depart Osaka
Arrive Haneda, Tokyo
Transfer from Haneda Airport to Narita Airport by coach
Depart Tokyo |
|
17
|
23 Jan 10
(Sat) |
Arrive in Australia |
| Hilton Special Family Ski PackageTour – Escorted from Sydney |
| Departure from: Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne*, Adelaide* and Canberra* |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
| Departs: 07 January 2010 |
$9,990
|
$8,330
|
$7,950
|
* Airfare related taxes, levies, fees and charges of approx $250 are not included in the package price. These are subject to change without notice and will vary depending on airports and airlines. Please check at time of booking and before final payment is made.
* One child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $915 based on Triple share.
* A surcharge of $240 per person applies to Melbourne, Adelaide & Canberra departures
* All prices are subject to availability. Conditions apply.
* Minimum 10 persons required for tour to operate |
| Hilton Special Family Ski PackageTour – Escorted from Sydney |
| * Land only price |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
| Departs: 07 January 2010 |
$8,690
|
$7,030
|
$6,650
|
* One child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $700 based on Triple share.
* All prices are subject to availability. Conditions apply.
* Minimum 10 persons required for tour to operate |
Pacakge Price Includes
– Economy class return airfares to Japan with Japan Airlines
– 16 nights accommodation
– Daily breakfasts
– Three lunches and two dinners
– 6-day Niseko All Mountain Lift Pass
– Tokyo Disney Resort ® 2-Day Passport
– Travel by train (Tokyo – Nagoya – Kyoto – Osaka)
– Airport transfers
– Full Day Tokyo Sightseeing tour
– Full Day Mt Fuji Hakone Sightseeing tour
– Half Day Nagoya Sightseeing tour
– Full Day Kyoto Sightseeing tour
– Half Day Osaka Sightseeing tour
– Two luggage transfers (Niseko – Tokyo – Osaka) |
All prices are subject to availability. Conditions apply.
Niseko Japan skiing Holiday Package

Niseko
Niseko is an exciting place to experience true hospitality, worldclass resorts and incredible cultural delights, all just a 10 hour flight from Australia. Located on the western coast of the island of Hokkaido, Niseko is widely known as having one of the most consistent and biggest snowfalls in Japan and is famous for some of the best powder conditions to be found anywhere. Niseko is the largest of Hokkaido’s ski areas with 4 inter-linked first class resorts – Annapuri, Higashiyama, Hirafu and Hanazono. As well as the powder, the terrain offers first timer slopes, half-pipes, quarter pipes, table tops, mogul fields, tree runs and lot’s of natural hits to ensure everyone’s tastes are catered for. There is a good mixture of beginner, intermediate and advanced runs, with skiers and snowboarders welcome everywhere. One of the highlights is night skiing, with lifts open daily from 8.30am to 9pm. The illuminated area is huge, and visibility good. Even tree runs are accessible. A powder night session is a must! Plenty of alpine alternatives are also on offer including cross country skiing, snowmobiling, snow rafting, snowshoeing, dog sledding and relaxing in the natural hot springs called onsens. Niseko offers some great ski-in / ski-out accommodation with a variety of western hotels and pensions catering to all budgets.
PARK HOTEL
One of the nicest hotels in Niseko, located on the main street, minutes from the lifts – ski out access is available at the back of the hotel. With spacious Western or Japanese styles rooms there is also a large indoor/outdoor common bath on site. Breakfast is included and is western or Japanese hot buffet.
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RM TYPE – ENSUITE
|
WESTERN RM
|
JAPANESE RM
|
|
#SHARING
|
1
|
2
|
2
|
3
|
|
04 Jan – 14 Feb
|
2691
|
2047
|
2047
|
1788
|
|
15 Feb – 21 Feb
|
2619
|
1975
|
1975
|
1716
|
|
22 Feb – 07 Mar
|
2227
|
1716
|
1716
|
1583
|
|
08 Mar – 31 Mar
|
2167
|
1656
|
1656
|
1523
|
*Includes Breakfast
FIRST HOTEL
The J First hotel is a small more intimate hotel with impressive décor and great views of Mt Yotei. This well appointed hotel will offer an authentic rotenburo onsen (outdoor natural hot spring) on the premises in 2003. Games Room, restaurant, karaoke room, IDD Telephone, souvenir shop, western or Japanese style rooms.
|
RM TYPE
|
STANDARD RM – ENSUITE
|
|
#SHARING
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
|
04 Jan – 14 Feb
|
4000
|
2299
|
2243
|
|
15 Feb – 06 Mar
|
3928
|
2227
|
2171
|
|
07 Mar – 27 Mar
|
3084
|
1915
|
1852
|
|
28 Mar – 10 Apr
|
2440
|
1782
|
1719
|
*Includes Breakfast & Dinner
ALPEN HOTEL
Alpen Hotel offers ski in access and all rooms have ensuite, TV, phone and fridge. Facilities include several Western or Japanese restaurants, steam rooms, whirlpools, indoor swimming pool and traditional Japanese hot baths.
|
RM TYPE
|
STANDARD RM – ENSUITE
|
|
#SHARING
|
|
|
|
|
|
03 Jan – 14 Feb
|
3475
|
2243
|
2110
|
1984
|
|
15 Feb – 27 Feb
|
3403
|
2171
|
2038
|
1912
|
|
28 Feb – 07 Mar
|
2815
|
1779
|
1646
|
1520
|
|
08 Mar – 10 Apr
|
2755
|
1719
|
1586
|
1460
|
*Includes Breakfast
PRODUCTS AND PRICES IN THIS BROCHURE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND ARE USED AS A GUIDE ONLY.
All prices are per person and include 7 nights accommodation. BONUS 2000 Qantas frequent flyer points, conditions apply.
Contact YOURHOLIDAYS.com.au on +61 (2) 9439 9655

South African Flights to Johannesburg!

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Airlines
|
South African Airways
|
|
Departure City
|
Sydney, Melbourne
|
|
Destination
|
Johannesburg
|
|
Travel Class
|
Economy Class
|
|
Price
|
$1890.00 Plus taxes Approx $400 per person
|
|
Valid travel date
|
09-Feb-2010 31-Mar-2010/16-Jan-2011 31-Mar-2011
|
|
Sales End
|
31st March 2010
|
|
Other conditions
|
*Taxes not included
*Minimum stay 0 Days
*Maximum stay 12 Months |
Ski Park City Resort Holiday Package

Park City Resorts
Park City Mountain Resort consistently ranks in the top ten of ski resorts in North America. It suits every type of skier and is complemented by a vibrant and bustling town that could entertain the most demanding of Après skiers, after all it is the centre of the universe for the LA set during the Sundance film Festival each year.
Deer Valley
Deer Valley Resort revolutionized the ski industry in 1981 by providing the attentive service, gourmet food and luxury accommodations one would experience at a fine hotel. Deer Valley is an exclusive full service ski area second to none if you wish to be pampered from guiding to unloading skis. Deer Valley also proudly hosted the 2002 Olympic Winter Games slalom, aerials and moguls events. Exceptional customer service, consistent quality and attention to every detail are all part of the Deer Valley experience. The resort has four mountains, offering a wide variety of terrain and to this day does not allow snowboarding.
The Canyons
The Canyons is the largest single ski and snowboard resort in Utah an one of the five largest in the U.S. The Canyons Resort caters to people who really love to ski and snowboard and can appreciate how well the diverse terrain holds and protects the massive snowfall. All enthusiasts will find endless terrain for every style and ability from long and gentle to big and bowled to steep and steeper, Aspen trees, pine trees and perfectly groomed runs.
HOTEL PARK CITY
Edging the Park City Golf Club, this resort offers a ski and spa holiday. All-suite luxury hotel with elegant dining options, a world class spa and generous sized rooms, all just five minutes from 3 ski resorts by complimentary shuttle. All rooms have fireplaces, balcony or patio, marble bathrooms with jetted tubs, CD and DVD entertainment systems, kitchen facilities and mountain or pool views.
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RM TYPE
|
EXECUTIVE SUITE
|
DELUXE EXECUTIVE
|
|
#SHARING
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
|
21 Jan – 31 Jan
|
6618
|
3594
|
2796
|
4091
|
3125
|
2642
|
|
01 Feb – 28 Mar
|
5134
|
2852
|
2299
|
3349
|
2628
|
2271
|
|
29 Mar – 12 Apr
|
3405
|
1984
|
1718
|
2299
|
1928
|
1739
|
*Surcharge applies 11-15Feb
*Includes daily breakfast for 2 people
SNOW FLOWER CONDOMINIUS
Snowflower is conveniently located in a prime position to offer true ski in/ski out lodging.
Condominiums vary in size and configuration and they all have full kitchens, balcony, fireplace, free high speed internet access, cable TV with VCR or DVD and wall safe. On site there is a fitness centre, ski storage, laundry facilities and parking.
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RM TYPE
|
STUDIO
|
2 BEDROOM
|
3 BEDROOM
|
|
#SHARING
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
5
|
5
|
6
|
7
|
|
31 Jan – 10 Feb
|
2012
|
2173
|
1741
|
1502
|
1959
|
1724
|
1557
|
|
11 Feb – 26 Mar
|
2166
|
2360
|
1881
|
1614
|
2060
|
1808
|
1629
|
|
27 Mar – 30 Apr
|
1606
|
1786
|
1450
|
1270
|
1533
|
1369
|
1253
|
*Surcharge applies 14-17Jan and 11-15Feb
SILVER KING HOTEL
Nestled at the base of Park City Mountain
Resort with the lifts just a few steps away, Silver King is just a few minutes walk to Main Street. Luxurious condominiums with fully equipped kitchens, wood burning fireplaces, spacious living areas, oversized jetted tubs, heated pool, hot tub, sauna and ski lockers. Complimentary in-town shuttle service available.
|
RM TYPE
|
1 BEDROOM
|
2 BEDROOM
|
3 BEDROOM
|
|
#SHARING
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
5
|
6
|
5
|
6
|
7
|
|
21 Jan – 31 Jan
|
3237
|
2348
|
2597
|
2191
|
1921
|
2627
|
2284
|
2039
|
|
01 Feb – 27 Mar
|
2248
|
1689
|
1811
|
1563
|
1397
|
1823
|
1614
|
1465
|
|
28 Mar – 15 Apr
|
1626
|
1274
|
1380
|
1218
|
1110
|
1314
|
1190
|
1101
|
*Surcharge applies 12-20Feb
Special - Stay 5/Pay 4 dates apply
PRODUCTS AND PRICES IN THIS BROCHURE ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND ARE USED AS A GUIDE ONLY.
All prices are per person and include 7 nights’ accommodation. BONUS 2000 Qantas frequent flyer points, conditions apply.
For more informtion and condition please contact yourholidays.com.au
Hokkaido – Furano Ski Resort/ Japan Packages
Best Powder Snow In Japan
Furano is located four hours by coach from Sapporo, in the centre of Hokkaido.
This location is unrivalled as a ski destination, with snowfalls of up to 14 metres per season. Furano is famous for long blue-sky days and the ever-present Hokkaido powder, with long runs and magnificent views. You can also visit the local winery or cheese factory, or just stroll around this quaint town to get a feel for authentic Japan.

Furano Ski Package Tour Itinerary
| Day |
Tour Itinerary |
|
1
|
Depart Australia
Arrive Tokyo (Narita)
Depart Tokyo for Sapporo on Japan Airlines domestic flight.
Arrive Sapporo. Meet & Greet at New Chitose Airport
Walk to Hotel
Accommodation at Hotel Com’s New Chitose Airport |
|
2
|
Breakfast at Hotel.
Transfer from airport to the hotel by coach. (4 hours)
Accommodation at Furano |
|
3 – 8
|
Breakfast at Hotel.
Day at Leisure. (6-day lift pass included).
Accommodation at Furano |
|
9
|
Breakfast at Hotel.
Transfer from Furano to Shin Chitose airport (SPK) by coach.
Depart for Australia via Tokyo |
|
10
|
Arrive in Australia. |
Suggested Stopovers:
* ASAHIKAWA – Home of the biggest snow festival in Hokkaido. Walk with the Penguins and get up close to Polar bears at the Asahikawa Zoo. |
Furano Ski Package includes..
– Economy class return airfares to Sapporo via Tokyo with Japan Airlines.
– Meet & Greet at New Chitose Airport.
– 1 night accommodation at Hotel Con,s New Chitose Airport.
– 7 nights accommodation at Furano.
– Daily breakfast.
– 6-day lift pass.
– Return coach transfer from New Chitose Airport tohotel.
* Airfare related taxes, levies, fees and charges of approx $250 are not included in the package price. These are subject to change without notice and will vary depending on airports and airlines. Please check at time of booking and before final payment is made.
* A surcharge of $240 per person applies to Melbourne, Adelaide & Canberra departures.
* All prices are subject to availability. Seasonal surcharges and conditions apply.
* Qantas Airways packages & land only prices are also available.
Hotel Naturwald Furano

| Hotel Naturwald Furano 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 18 Dec 09 |
N/A
|
$3,446
|
$3,350
|
| 19 Dec 09 – 17 Jan 10 |
N/A
|
$3,756
|
$3,572
|
| 18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10 |
N/A
|
$3,601
|
$3,416
|
| 25 Jan 10 – 22 Feb 10 |
N/A
|
$3,432
|
$3,248
|
| 23 Feb 10 – 12 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$3,122
|
$3,026
|
| 13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$3,291
|
$3,195
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) from |
N/A
|
$157
|
$146
|
* A surcharge of $45 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 30Dec-03Jan inclusive.
* One child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $812 based on Triple share. |
| Hotel Naturwald Furano 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
12 Dec 09 – 18 Dec 09
01 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$1,931
|
$1,835
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
N/A
|
$157
|
$146
|
| 19 Dec 09 – 28 Feb 10 |
N/A
|
$2,241
|
$2,057
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
N/A
|
$201
|
$178
|
* A surcharge of $45 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 30Dec-03Jan inclusive.
* One child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $514 based on Triple share. |
New Furano Hotel

| New Furano Hotel 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 21 Dec 09 |
$3,871
|
$3,461
|
$3,247
|
| 22 Dec 09 – 17 Jan 10 |
$4,063
|
$3,638
|
$3,439
|
| 18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10 |
$3,908
|
$3,483
|
$3,283
|
| 25 Jan 10 – 28 Feb 10 |
$3,739
|
$3,314
|
$3,115
|
| 01 Mar 10 – 12 Mar 10 |
$3,547
|
$3,137
|
$2,923
|
| 13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$3,716
|
$3,305
|
$3,091
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) from |
$209
|
$159
|
$131
|
| * A surcharge of $53 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 31Dec-01Jan inclusive.
* One child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $964 based on Triple share. |
| New Furano Hotel 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
12 Dec 09 – 21 Dec 09
01 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$2,356
|
$1,946
|
$1,732
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$209
|
$159
|
$131
|
| 22 Dec 09 – 28 Feb 10 |
$2,548
|
$2,123
|
$1,924
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$237
|
$184
|
$159
|
| * A surcharge of $53 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 31Dec-01Jan inclusive.
* One child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $666 based on Triple share. |
New Furano Prince Hotel

| New Furano Prince Hotel 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 21 Dec 09 |
$4,517
|
$3,587
|
$3,587
|
| 22 Dec 09 – 17 Jan 10 |
$4,665
|
$3,808
|
$3,808
|
| 18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10 |
$4,509
|
$3,652
|
$3,652
|
| 25 Jan 10 – 20 Feb 10 |
$4,341
|
$3,484
|
$3,484
|
| 21 Feb 10 – 28 Feb 10 |
$4,193
|
$3,263
|
$3,263
|
| 01 Mar 10 – 12 Mar 10 |
$4,170
|
$3,071
|
$3,071
|
| 13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$4,338
|
$3,239
|
$3,239
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) from |
$365
|
$243
|
$243
|
* A surcharge of $176 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 26Dec-03Jan inclusive.
* One child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $802 based on Triple share.
* Additional night price includes daily lift pass. |
| New Furano Prince Hotel 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
12 Dec 09 – 21 Dec 09
21 Feb 10 – 28 Feb 10 |
$3,002
|
$2,071
|
$2,071
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$403
|
$271
|
$271
|
| 22 Dec 09 – 20 Feb 10 |
$3,149
|
$2,293
|
$2,293
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$425
|
$302
|
$302
|
| 01 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$2,979
|
$1,879
|
$1,879
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$365
|
$243
|
$243
|
* A surcharge of $176 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 26Dec-03Jan inclusive.
* One child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $504 based on Triple share.
* Additional night price includes daily lift pass. |
For more information and condition contact YOURHOLIDAYS.com.au on +61 (2) 9439 9655
Honsyu – Zao Ski Resort Japan Holiday Packages
Riding through the “Snow Monsters”
Zao Onsen Ski Resort has courses for beginners through to advanced skiers, catering for families with young children and professionals alike. Zao is best known for its surreal phenomena, “Snow Monsters” which are large stacks of hardened ice, formed as wind sculpts snow to frozen fir trees. Skiing through the monsters is a rare treat, while onsen (hot-springs) at the bottom of the mountain soothe tired muscles and revitalise in time for dinner and the culinary delights that await.
Zao Onsen Ski Resort welcomes you with open arms and promises a holiday experience like no other.

Zao Ski Package Tour Itinerary
| Day |
Tour Itinerary |
|
1
|
Depart Australia
Arrive Tokyo (Narita).
Transfer to your hotel by Airport Limousine Bus.
Accommodation at Shinagawa Prince Hotel |
|
2
|
Breakfast at Hotel.
Leave Tokyo for Yamagata by JR Shinkansen (150 minutes).
Leave for Zao Hot Spring Ski Resort by shuttle bus (40 minutes).
Accommodation in Zao |
|
3 – 8
|
Breakfast at hotel.
Day at leisure (6-day Ski Lift pass included).
Accommodation in Zao |
|
9
|
Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Yamagata station by shuttle bus.
Leave Yamagata by JR Shinkansen.
Leave Tokyo by JR Narita Express (55 minutes).
Arrive Narita Airport.
Depart Tokyo. |
|
10
|
Arrive Australia. |
Zao Ski Package includes..
– Economy class return airfare to Tokyo (Narita) with Japan Airlines.
– 1 night accommodation at Shinagawa Prince Hotel
(Main Tower).
– 7 nights accommodation at Zao Hot Spring Ski Resort.
– Daily Breakfast.
– 6-day lift pass
– Return JR Shinkansen ( Bullet train ) fare from Tokyo to Yamagata.
– Return coach transfer from Yamagata to Zao Hot Spring Ski Resort.
– Transfer from Narita airport to hotel by Airport Limousine Bus.
– JR Narita Express from Tokyo to Narita airport.
* Airfare related taxes, levies, fees and charges of approx $250 are not included in the package price. These are subject to change without notice and will vary depending on airports and airlines. Please check at time of booking and before final payment is made.
* A surcharge of $240 per person applies to Melbourne, Adelaide & Canberra departures.
* All prices are subject to availability. Seasonal surcharges and conditions apply.
* Qantas Airways packages & land only prices are also available.
Zao Shiki-no Hotel

| Zao Shiki-no Hotel 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
Quad
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 25 Dec 09 |
$4,869
|
$4,202
|
$4,071
|
$3,981
|
| 06 Jan 10 – 17 Jan 10 |
$4,991
|
$4,280
|
$4,133
|
$4,044
|
18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10
13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$4,836
|
$4,125
|
$3,977
|
$3,888
|
25 Jan 10 – 31 Jan 10
01 Mar10 – 12 Mar 10 |
$4,667
|
$3,956
|
$3,809
|
$3,720
|
| 01 Feb 10 – 28 Feb 10 |
$4,963
|
$4,171
|
$4,030
|
$3,937
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) from |
$268
|
$190
|
$174
|
$159
|
* Above rates are not applicable for the nights of 26Dec-05Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $32 (Dec)/ $109 (Jan-Mar) per person/per night will apply for Saturdays and the day before public holidays.
* Up to two children (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, are eligible for a child discount of $736 based on Triple/Quad share. |
| Zao Shiki-no Hotel 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
Quad
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 25 Dec 09 |
$3,354
|
$2,687
|
$2,556
|
$2,466
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$268
|
$190
|
$174
|
$159
|
06 Jan 10 – 31 Jan 10
01 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$3,476
|
$2,765
|
$2,618
|
$2,528
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$268
|
$190
|
$174
|
$159
|
| 01 Feb 10 – 28 Feb 10 |
$3,772
|
$2,979
|
$2,838
|
$2,746
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$300
|
$221
|
$206
|
$190
|
* Above rates are not applicable for the nights of 26Dec-05Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $32 (Dec)/ $109 (Jan-Mar) per person/per night will apply for Saturdays and the day before public holidays.
* Up to two children (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, are eligible for a child discount of $439 based on Triple/Quad share. |
Rurikura Resort

| Rurikura Resort 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 29 Dec 09 |
N/A
|
$4,889
|
$4,530
|
| 03 Jan 10 – 17 Jan 10 |
N/A
|
$4,549
|
$4,186
|
18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10
13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$4,394
|
$4,031
|
25 Jan 10 – 29 Jan 10
28 Feb 10 – 12 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$4,225
|
$3,862
|
| 30 Jan 10 – 27 Feb 10 |
N/A
|
$4,565
|
$4,206
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) from |
N/A
|
$230
|
$181
|
* Above rates are not applicable for the nights of 30 Dec – 02 Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $226 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 26-29 Dec,
3-4, 9-11 Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $98 per person/per night will apply for Saturdays and the day before public holidays.
* A child discount of $361 applies for children (2-11y.o). |
| Rurikura Resort 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
12 Dec 09 – 18 Dec 09
03 Jan 10 – 28 Jan 10
28 Feb 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$3,034
|
$2,671
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
N/A
|
$230
|
$181
|
19 Dec 09 – 29 Dec 09
30 Jan 10 – 27 Feb 10 |
N/A
|
$3,374
|
$3,015
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
N/A
|
$279
|
$230
|
* Above rates are not applicable for the nights of 30 Dec – 02 Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $226 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 26-29 Dec,
3-4, 9-11 Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $126 per person/per night will apply for Saturdays and the day before public holidays.
* A child discount of $64 applies for children (2-11y.o). |
Hotel Lucent Takamiya

| Hotel Lucent Takamiya 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
Quad
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 29 Dec 09 |
N/A
|
$4,548
|
$4,530
|
$4,376
|
| 03 Jan 10 – 17 Jan 10 |
N/A
|
$4,380
|
$4,271
|
$4,036
|
18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10
13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$4,224
|
$4,115
|
$3,881
|
25 Jan 10 – 29 Jan 10
28 Feb 10 – 12 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$4,056
|
$3,947
|
$3,712
|
| 30 Jan 10 – 27 Feb 10 |
N/A
|
$4,224
|
$4,206
|
$4,052
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) from |
N/A
|
$206
|
$195
|
$157
|
* Above rates are not applicable for the nights of 30 Dec – 02 Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $226 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 26-29 Dec,
3-4, 9-11 Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $126 per person/per night will apply for Saturdays and the day before public holidays.
* A child discount of $361 applies for children (2-11y.o). |
| Hotel Lucent Takamiya 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
Quad
|
12 Dec 09 – 18 Dec 09
03 Jan 10 – 28 Jan 10
28 Feb 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
N/A
|
$2,864
|
$2,755
|
$2,521
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
N/A
|
$206
|
$195
|
$157
|
19 Dec 09 – 29 Dec 09
30 Jan 10 – 27 Feb 10 |
N/A
|
$3,033
|
$3,015
|
$2,861
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
N/A
|
$226
|
$230
|
$206
|
* Above rates are not applicable for the nights of 30 Dec – 02 Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $226 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 26-29 Dec,
3-4, 9-11 Jan inclusive.
* A surcharge of $126 per person/per night will apply for Saturdays and the day before public holidays.
* A child discount of $64 applies for children (2-11y.o). |
For more information and condition contact YOURHOLIDAYS.com.au on +61 (2) 9439 9655
Winter Wonderland Honsyu – Nozawa Onsen Resort
An Old Time Japanese Little Village
Nozawa Onsen village is located at the foot of Kenashi-yama (1650m), among beautiful natural surroundings and a number of hot springs.
The snow resort offers the best of modern facilities for skiers and snowboarders, while the Nozawa Onsen village itself manages to maintain its traditional atmosphere.
When the snow arrives each year, so too do skiers and snowboarders keen to enjoy good snow cover, in a distinctly Japanese setting. Energy levels in the town reflect the influx of visitors, rising as each ski season brings new friends.

Nozawa Onsen Ski Package Tour Itinerary
| Day |
Tour Itinerary |
|
1
|
Depart Australia
Arrive Tokyo (Narita).
Transfer to your hotel by Airport Limousine Bus.
Accommodation at Shinagawa Prince Hotel (Main Tower) |
|
2
|
Breakfast at Hotel.
Leave Tokyo for Nagano by JR Shinkansen (100 minutes).
Leave for Nozawa Onsen by coach (70 minutes).
Accommodation in Nozawa Onsen |
|
3 – 8
|
Breakfast at hotel.
Day at leisure (6-day Ski Lift pass included).
Accommodation in Nozawa Onsen |
|
9
|
Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Nagano station by coach.
Leave Nagano by JR Shinkansen.
Leave Tokyo by JR Narita Express (55 minutes).
Arrive Narita Airport.
Depart Tokyo. |
|
10
|
Arrive Australia. |
Nozawa Onsen Ski Package includes..
– Economy class return airfares to Tokyo (Narita) with Japan Airlines.
– 1 night accommodation at Shinagawa Prince Hotel
(Main Tower).
– 7 nights accommodation in Nozawa Onsen.
– Daily Breakfast
– 6-day lift pass
– Return JR Shinkansen (bullet train) ticket from Tokyo to Nagano.
– Return coach transfer from Nagano to Nozawa Onsen.
– Transfer from Narita airport to hotel by Airport Limousine Bus.
– JR Narita Express from Tokyo to Narita airport.
* Airfare related taxes, levies, fees and charges of approx $250 are not included in the package price. These are subject to change without notice and will vary depending on airports and airlines. Please check at time of booking and before final payment is made.
* A surcharge of $240 per person applies to Melbourne, Adelaide & Canberra departures.
* All prices are subject to availability. Seasonal surcharges and conditions apply.
* Qantas Airways packages & land only prices are also available.
Kiriya Ryokan

| Kiriya Ryokan 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
Quad
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 17 Jan 10 |
$4,708
|
$4,427
|
$4,407
|
$4,427
|
18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10
13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$4,553
|
$4,271
|
$4,252
|
$4,271
|
| 25 Jan 10 – 12 Mar 10 |
$4,384
|
$4,103
|
$4,083
|
$4,103
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$279
|
$256
|
$256
|
$256
|
* A surcharge of $63 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 26Dec-03Jan inclusive.
* Up to two children (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, are eligible for a child discount of $992 based on Triple/Quad share.
* Room with toilet. Communal bath. |
| Kiriya Ryokan 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
Quad
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 20 Mar 10 |
$3,193
|
$2,911
|
$2,892
|
$2,911
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$279
|
$256
|
$256
|
$256
|
* A surcharge of $63 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 26Dec-03Jan inclusive.
* Up to two children (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, are eligible for a child discount of $695 based on Triple/Quad share.
* Room with toilet. Communal bath. |
Ryokan Sakaya

| Ryokan Sakaya 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
Quad
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 17 Jan 10 |
$5,395
|
$5,010
|
$4,741
|
$4,760
|
| 18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10 |
$5,239
|
$4,854
|
$4,585
|
$4,605
|
| 25 Jan 10 – 28 Feb 10 |
$5,071
|
$4,686
|
$4,417
|
$4,436
|
| 01 Mar 10 – 12 Mar 10 |
$4,925
|
$4,560
|
$4,293
|
$4,312
|
| 13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$5,093
|
$4,729
|
$4,461
|
$4,481
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) from |
$356
|
$321
|
$286
|
$286
|
* A surcharge of $31 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 25Dec-10Jan inclusive.
* Up to two children (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, are eligible for a child discount of $515 based on Triple/Quad share.
* Room with toilet. Communal bath. |
| Ryokan Sakaya 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
Quad
|
12 Dec 09 – 18 Dec 09
01 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$3,734
|
$3,369
|
$3,102
|
$3,121
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$356
|
$321
|
$286
|
$286
|
| 19 Dec 09 – 28 Feb 10 |
$3,880
|
$3,495
|
$3,226
|
$3,245
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$377
|
$339
|
$303
|
$303
|
* Japanese/Western style combination room
* A surcharge of $120 per person/ per night will apply for the nights of 30Dec-02Jan inclusive.
* A child discount of $218 applies for children (2-11y.o). |
Hotel Hous St. Anton

| Hotel Hous St. Anton 10 days Package with Japan Airlines |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 17 Jan 10 |
$4,685
|
$3,898
|
$3,818
|
18 Jan 10 – 24 Jan 10
13 Mar 10 – 20 Mar 10 |
$4,529
|
$3,742
|
$3,662
|
| 25 Jan 10 – 12 Mar 10 |
$4,361
|
$3,573
|
$3,494
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$267
|
$175
|
$168
|
* A surcharge of $70 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 20 Dec – 16 Jan inclusive.
*A surcharge of $40 per person/per night will apply for Saturdays and the day before public holidays.
* Once child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $815 based on Triple share. |
| Hotel Hous St. Anton 9 days Land only package |
| Price (Per Person) |
Single
|
Twin
|
Triple
|
| 12 Dec 09 – 20 Mar 10 |
$3,170
|
$2,382
|
$2,303
|
| Additional Night (inc. B/Fast) |
$267
|
$175
|
$168
|
* A surcharge of $70 per person/per night will apply for the nights of 20 Dec – 16 Jan inclusive.
*A surcharge of $40 per person/per night will apply for Saturdays and the day before public holidays.
* Once child (2-11y.o.) travelling with 2 paying adults, is eligible for a child discount of $518 based on Triple share. |
For more information and condition contact YOURHOLIDAYS.com.au on +61 (2) 9439 9655
Langkawi – Malaysia perfect getaway
Langkawi
Brimming with culture, mysteries, legends and an abundance of natural scenery, Langkawi is the perfect getaway for families or friends looking for a pleasant holiday. Visit Langkawi, you won’t regret it!
Packages include:
- Return economy class airfareflying Malaysia Airlines
- 7nights accommodation as stated
- Return seat in coach airport transfers
- Ex Brisbane, Perth & Adelaide includes 1 night at the Pan Pacific Kuala Lumpur International Airport Hotel due to flight schedules

Federal Villa Langkawi – 3 Star
Run of House Room
- BONUS: Stay 7 nights for the price of 5
Berjaya Langkawi Beach & Spa Resort – 3.5 Star
Superior Chalet
- BONUS: Stay 7 nights for the price of 5
- BONUS: Full breakfast daily
Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa – 5 Star
Deluxe Room
- BONUS: Stay 7 nights for the price of 6
- BONUS: Full breakfast daily
Advertised price valid for low season travel Federal Villa: Until 30 Jun, 01 Sep – 31 Oct 09 & 01 Feb - 31 Mar 10; Berjaya: Until 30 Jun & 01 Sep – 31 Oct 09; Westin: Until 30 Jun & 01 Sep – 30 Nov 09. For all other travel dates ask for details.

Price Guide
Departing from: Sydney
|
Travelling |
Share |
Price Fr |
Approx.Taxes |
Extra Nights |
Min Total Prices |
| Federal Villa Langkawi |
08 May 09 to 31 Mar 10 |
Twin (pp) |
$1000 |
$425 |
$49 |
$1425 |
| Berjaya Langkawi Beach & Spa Resort |
08 May 09 to 31 Oct 09 |
Twin (pp) |
$1304 |
$425 |
$101 |
$1729 |
| Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa |
08 May 09 to 30 Nov 09 |
Twin (pp) |
$1824 |
$425 |
$150 |
$2249 |
Conditions
Conditions apply. Prices are per person twin share inclusive of airfare related charges, taxes and levies as at 08 May 09. Prices may change due to changes in charges taxes and levies imposed by third parties. Valid for Sale: until 31 Mar 10. Advertised price includes bonus night where stated. Minimum/Maximum stay restrictions may apply. Subject to availability. Credit Card Service Fees apply. Prices and inclusions are correct at time of issue and are subject to change. Offers may be withdrawn at anytime without notice.
Moorea – 1 FREE night and breakfast daily at InterContinental Moorea Resort
Moorea – 1 FREE night and breakfast daily at InterContinental Moorea Resort
5 night hotel package (airfares not included)
Inclusions:
- 5nights accommodation at InterContinental Moorea Resort in aLanai Room
- BONUS:1 FREE night – stay5 nights and pay for only 4^ (valid from 01 Apr – 31 May 09, 01 Nov – 30 Dec 09 & 01 Jan – 31 Mar 10)
- BONUS: Daily buffet breakfast
- Extra nights available from $198 per person twin share
- This deal does not include airfares

InterContinental Moorea Resort
This resort is magnificently located on the northwestern coast of Moorea, where the lush mountains meet the lagoon, in 27 acres of manicured tropical gardens. Many features make this resort very special, such as the unique Tahitian spa, dolphin encounters at Moorea Dolphin Centre, the padi dive center, the water sports and water activities center and the kids club for 4 to 10 years olds.
Price Guide
|
|
Travelling
|
Share
|
Price Fr
|
Extra Nights
|
|
InterContinental Moorea Resort
|
01 Apr 09 to 31 Mar 10
|
Twin (pp)
|
$792
|
$198
|

Conditions
* Conditions apply. Prices are land only per person twin share as at 01 May 09. Valid for sale & travel until 31 Mar 10. Advertised price based on hotel low season from 09 Apr – 31 May 09, 01 Nov – 30 Dec 09 & 01 Jan – 31 Mar 10. Higher rates apply for all other dates. ^Advertised price including free night. Seasonal surcharges & blackout dates may apply. Minimum/Maximum stay restrictions may apply. Subject to availability. Additional credit card service fees of 1.4% apply and will automatically be added to final package price. Prices and inclusions are correct at time of issue and are subject to change. Offers may be withdrawn at anytime without notice.