GOLDEN ANCHOR TRIPS... So Much Included! LOW-cost Air from $499, Most Meals, Cancellation Travel Protection, Escorted, MORE!

GOLDEN ANCHOR TRIPS PRESENTS

BEST OF AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND

aboard Royal Caribbean Radiance of the Seas

 

Sydney Pre Tour ~ Milford Sound ~ Doubtful Sound ~ Dusky Sound ~ Dunedin ~ Akaroa ~ Auckland ~ Tauranga ~ Bay of Islands ~ Optional 6 Day Post Tour Cairns, Great Barrier Reef & Melbourne

 

SO MUCH Is Included! ~ LOW-cost Air Add on Cities from just $499 ~ FREE Travel & Cancellation Travel Protection PLUS Cancel For ANY Reason option ~ FREE Meal Package ~ FREE Escorted Experience ~ And so much more!

 

18 & 19 Day BEST OF AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND CruiseTOUR from just $2,899. LOW-cost Air is available from Many USA cities!  This amazing trip is a GOLDEN ANCHOR TRIPS EXCLUSIVE and SO MUCH is Included! You will fly (LOW-COST AIR) to Sydney (and return from Sydney). Your leisurely paced CruiseTOUR features your comprehensive Trip Cancellation & Interruption Travel Protection with an option for Cancel For ANY Reason (FREE TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN) and already free to make this a worry-free vacation. All Transfers are included (FREE TRANSFERS) in Australia.  

 

Enjoy an exciting 13 or 14 Day cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Radiance of the Seas. Best of all no need to worry about planning meals as you enjoy Breakfast & Dinner daily (FREE MEAL PACKAGE) while in Australia.  Your comprehensive sightseeing will include the best Sydney.  Experience a 3-night Sydney stay with sightseeing. You can even add an optional 6-day post tour of Cairns, Great Barrier Reef & Melbourne. These are SPECIAL 2020 departures so we recommend you act fast!
 

ITINERARY..............................................
 

TRIP ITINERARY: Departs January 14, 2020 (18 Days)  See March 10, 2020 (19 Days) ITINERARY below.

 

Day 1 | LOW-cost Air USA to Sydney

Fly from Select USA cities to Sydney (other cities on request).

 

Day 2 | Fly & Cross The International Date-line

 

Day 3 | Arrive Sydney, Australia  

Upon arrival FREE TRANSFERS are included from Sydney airport to your hotel if air was arranged by Golden Anchor Trips. Upon arrival you check into your first class (3 star) Sydney hotel, Hotel CBD (or similar). You may upgrade to deluxe (4-star city center) Hotel Vibe (or similar). Tonight, enjoy dinner in Sydney.  

 

Day 4 | Sydney & Sightseeing

Breakfast is included at the hotel this morning.  Today enjoy a wonderful tour of this great city. Sydney is one of the world’s great capital cities and today you find out why.  Your sightseeing will include the world famous Opera House, the Harbor Bridge, Bondi Beach and so much more. The afternoon is at your leisure.  Tonight dinner is included.

 

Day 5 | Cruising: Board Radiance of the Seas

Breakfast is included at the the hotel this morning.  Transfer to your beautiful ship today and begin an incredible journey across the world famous Tasman Sea to New Zealand. Board Royal Caribbean Radiance of the Seas for a 12-night cruise. SPECIAL PERKS including On Board Credit, Dining Upgrades, Beverage Packages, Free On-Board Gratuities may be available.  Your travel agent can assist you with details.

 

Day 6 | Cruising: Fun Day at Sea

 

Day 7 | Cruising: Fun Day at Sea

 

Day 8 | Cruising: Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound & Dusky Sound, New Zealand

Milford Sound: Milford Sound is the undisputed jewel of Fiordland National Park. Because of its outstanding natural beauty and cultural significance, Milford Sound has been nominated a World Heritage area. See Bowen Falls, spectacular Mitre Peak, Tutoko Glacier and the Underwater Observatory in Harrison Cove -- a unique opportunity to look under the dark waters of Milford Sound and see the life teeming below. In fact, when you descend the 60 steps of the underwater viewing platform, you will see how much natural light penetrates these seemingly dark waters.

 

Doubtful Sound: The grandeur of towering peaks descending into deep waters, outstanding waterfalls and fjords covered with ancient vegetation, all make up the unforgettable solitude and serenity of Doubtful Sound, New Zealand. First named ‘Doubtful Harbour’ by Captain Cook, who was unsure of whether or not the inlet was navigable, was later renamed Doubtful Sound by whalers and sealers. The sound is home to several large waterfalls, notably Helena Falls at Deep Cove, and the Browne Falls, which have a fall of over 600 meters. The fjord also protects the southernmost population of bottlenose dolphins as well as fur seals, penguins, and numerous sea creatures such as sea anemones, coral and starfish.

 

Dusky Sound: Dusky Sound, New Zealand's longest fjord, is also one of the most beautiful, with numerous wooded islands and inlets. It was given its name by Captain Cook, who sailed past the fjord on his first voyage, in 1770, as evening was falling. The upper reaches of the sound are steep-sided, and the high precipitation of the region leads to hundreds of waterfalls cascading into the sound during the rainy season. You may also have an opportunity to spot some of the area’s wildlife in the water, such as dolphins and seals.

 

Day 9 | Cruising: Dunedin, New Zealand

8 am - 6 pm. This city lies at the head of a fjord-like inlet and is surrounded by seven hills. It is said to be the most perfectly preserved Victorian city anywhere. Dunedin Scottish heritage is everywhere, from a statue of Robert Burns in the Octagon -- the eight-sided heart of the central city -- to the country's only whiskey distillery. In addition, a jewel in the city’s architectural crown is the first Church of Otago. The imposing railway station is worth visiting if only for its locomotives reproduced in stained glass.  

 

Day 10 | Cruising: Akaroa, New Zealand

8 am - 6 pm. Akaroa has a unique place in New Zealand's history as the only French settlement in the country. The lovely bayside town has many streets with French names, and some descendants of the original French families still live there. It is the site of the nation's first Catholic Church and the first vineyard in the country.

 

Day 11 | Cruising: Fun Day at Sea

 

Day 12 | Cruising: Auckland, New Zealand

8 am - 6 pm. New Zealand’s largest city -- and the world’s largest Polynesian city -- sprawls across an isthmus positioned between two harbors. The “City of Sails” boasts more boats per capita than any other city. Queen Street is the major shopping area, while Victoria Park Market offers food and crafts in a re-created European-style village, and the Parnell area has art galleries and antique shops in restored Victorian buildings. Some excursions introduce cruise passengers to Maori culture, while others head to sheep and cattle farms for a glimpse of New Zealand’s rural life. Kelly Tarlton’s Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World offers a look at the marine and birdlife of Antarctica. Beachgoers will want to head to Takapuna, four miles north of the city.

 

Day 13 | Cruising: Tauranga, New Zealand

8 am - 6 pm.  Tauranga is the principal city of the Bay of Plenty, noted for its good climate and fine beaches. The Mount Maunganui town center is within walking distance from the port. Tauranga also plays an important role as gateway to Rotorua, known as one of New Zealand’s most famous tourist attractions.

 

Day 14 | Cruising: Bay of Islands, New Zealand

8 am - 5 pm. Named the Bay of Islands by the explorer James Cook in the late 18th century, this string of 144 islands and cloistered bays is perfect for those with an interest in the maritime. Bay of Islands offers the perfect combination of exotic and rare marine life with exclusive glimpses into the indigenous Maori culture. Yachting, fishing, swimming with dolphins, scuba diving, kayaking, biking, and golf are just a few of the many things to do here. (also called Bay of Isles)

 

Day 15 | Cruising: Fun Day at Sea

 

Day 16 | Cruising: Fun Day at Sea

 

Day 17 | Cruising: Arrive Sydney - Best of Australia Optional Post Tour

Today your incredible cruise comes to an end as you arrive in Sydney.  Transfer from the pier to your first class Sydney hotel. Upon arrival you check into your first class (3 star) Sydney hotel, Hotel CBD (or similar). You may upgrade to deluxe (4-star city center) Hotel Vibe (or similar). Tonight, enjoy dinner in Sydney.  

 

BEST OF AUSTRALIA OPTIONAL POST TOUR:  For guests that choose, you may extend your journey to explore the Australia coast including Cairns, Great Barrier Reef and Melbourne.

 

Day 18 | Sydney & Fly to USA

Breakfast is included this morning.  You are transferred to the airport if you arranged air with Golden Anchor Trips.  Fly home with many wonderful memories of you trip to Australia & New Zealand

 

March 10, 2020 ITINERARY (19 Days)

Day 1    / Fly from Los Angeles

Day 2    / Cross International Date-line

Day 3    / Arrive Sydney

Day 4    / Sydney & Sightseeing

Day 5    / Board Radiance of the Seas

Day 6    / Fun day at sea

Day 7    / Fun day at sea

Day 8    / Milford, Doubtful & Dusky Sound, New Zealand

Day 9    / Dunedin, New Zealand

Day 10  / Akaroa, New Zealand

Day 11  / Wellington, New Zealand

Day 12  / Fun day at sea

Day 13  / Tauranga, New Zealand

Day 14  / Auckland, New Zealand

Day 15  / Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Day 16  / Fun day at sea

Day 17  / Fun day at sea

Day 18  / Arrive Sydney and overnight

Day 19  / Fly Sydney to USA

 

Post Tour -  Best of Australia

6 Days / 5 Nights – January 30 - February 4, 2020 or March 27 - April 1, 2020

$1,299 Double, $1,799 Single, $899 3rd/4th    NOTE: all rates are per person.

(Upgrade to deluxe 4-star city center accommodations in Australia for $249 Double, $498 Single, $199 3rd/4th   NOTE: all rates are per person).

 

Day 1 | Sydney Pier  / Fly to Cairns & Great Barrier Reef

Guests that select this post tour option will transfer from the Sydney pier to the Sydney airport.  Fly to Cairns and the world famous Great Barrier Reef. Upon arrival check into the first class (3 star) Ibis Hotel (or similar).  You may upgrade to the deluxe (4-star city center) Rydges Hotel (or similar). Welcome to Great Barrier Reef.

 

Day 2 | Cairns Sightseeing

Cairns is home to the native people of Australia and the greatest living organism on the planet… the Great Barrier Reef.  Today enjoy a sightseeing tour of this lovely city. The afternoon is free to enjoy an optional cruise or visit the rainforest.  The choice is yours.

 

Day 3 | Cairns to Melbourne

Today you transfer to the airport and fly to Australia’s 2nd city… Melbourne.  Upon arrival check into the first class (3 star) Mercure Welcome Hotel (or similar).  You may upgrade to the deluxe (4-star city center) Melbourne Novotel (or similar).

 

Day 4 | Melbourne Sightseeing

Today is dedicated to sightseeing of Melbourne.  For Australia, Melbourne is similar in thought and identity of Chicago in the USA… the 2nd city.  Your sightseeing tour will show you all the best sights of the city. The afternoon is at leisure for your own pursuits. You may want to enjoy an evening trip to see the world famous Ferrie Penguins as they come ashore at nightfall.

 

Day 5 | Melbourne to Sydney

Today you transfer to the airport and fly to Sydney.  Upon arrival check into the first class (3 star) Hotel CBO (or similar).  You may upgrade to the deluxe (4-star city center) Vibe Hotel (or similar). One final evening in Australia.

 

Day 6 | Sydney – Fly home

Today your wonderful Australia & New Zealand CruiseTOUR comes to an end as you are transferred to the Sydney Airport.  Fly home with many wonderful memories of your South Pacific sojourn.

 

PRICING................................................

 

CruiseTOUR RATES:

Rates from $2,899

Rates are per person based on double occupancy.

Government taxes & fees of $229.61 (January 14 departure) and $258.40 (March 10 departure) are additional.

 

All categories are available aboard the ship.  SPECIAL PERKS including On Board Credit, Dining Upgrades, Beverage Packages, Free On-Board Gratuities may be available.  Your travel agent can assist you with details.

 

Rates are valid for: January 14, 2020  & March 10, 2020 departure  

 

Rates were valid on May 9, 2018 and are subject to change

 

PAYMENTS: $1000 deposit per person due upon booking. Final Payment due 120 days prior to departure. If there are any additional airfare or insurance charges they must be paid at time of deposit and those charges are non-refundable.

 

CANCELLATION PENALTIES: Deposit is non-refundable, 120 - 91 days prior 50%, 90 - 61 days prior 75%, Within 60 days 100%

 

INCLUSIONS..........................................

 

WHAT’S INCLUDED & what’s not included…

 

SO MUCH IS INCLUDED! Just compare Golden Anchor Trips with the competition and find out all of the value you receive.  No wasted time, no tricks, no long planning and hassle-free travel.  We are passionate about this experience and that is why this looks different than anything you have ever seen before. Golden Anchor Trips has included all of the essential cost for your vacation so you can enjoy a worry-free experience.  (note: items of a personal nature like drinks, shopping, gratuities and the like are not included.)

 

LOW-COST AIRFARE AVAILABLE: See air chart below. You already know, that getting to the cruise or destination requires expensive travel arrangements.  LOW-cost Air is already offered in your Golden AnchorTrips price.  And that even includes your arrival and departure transfers.  Compare how much more it would cost you if you had to purchase air and transfers on your own. This saves you HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS! Upgrade to PREMIUM AIR and you can select the number of stops, the times, the airlines, or any flight preferences at prevailing air supplements. This option is VERY HIGHLY recommended to get your EXACT flight preferences. Ask your agent for details.

 

Low-cost Air Add On:  add $499 for Los Angeles. add $599 for Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Diego. add $649 for Portland (OR), Sacramento, San Jose, San Francisco, Seattle. add $699 for Denver, Salt Lake City. add $749 for Austin, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Oklahoma City, San Antonio, St Louis. add $799 for Atlanta, Baltimore, Birmingham, Boston, Buffalo, Charlotte, Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus, Detroit, Hartford, Indianapolis, Louisville, Milwaukee, Nashville, New Orleans, New York, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Richmond, Miami, Tampa, Washington. add $999 for Cincinnati, Jacksonville, Memphis, Orlando, West Palm Beach. NOTE: all rates are per person.

 

Transfers Are Available Even If You Don’t Participate in our Low-cost Air Program:  You may purchase round-trip transfers in Sydney for just $49 per person.  You must provide your exact air schedule no later than 60 days prior to trip departure.

 

ROYAL CARIBBEAN RADIANCE OF THE SEAS: Special 12-night or 13-night cruise aboard Radiance of the Seas sailing from Sydney to Sydney. SPECIAL PERKS including On Board Credit, Dining Upgrades, Beverage Packages, Free On-Board Gratuities may be available.  Your travel agent can assist you with details.

 

FIRST CLASS (3 Star) HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: 3 nights Sydney are included. You can upgrade to deluxe 4-star city center accommodations just $199 per person Double, $398 per person Single, $149 per person 3rd/4th.  NOTE: all rates are per person.

 

FREE MEAL PACKAGE: Most Meals including ALL Breakfasts, and ALL Dinners. The cost of meals while you are traveling is a substantial cost.  That is already included in your Golden Anchor TRIPS price.  Most meals are already planned for.  Compare how much more it would cost you if you had to purchase this FREE program already included. This saves you HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS! Meal package is not included on Pre & Post tours.

 

SIGHTSEEING as outlined in itinerary on the ITINERARY Tab. Every effort has been made to include all the “must see” attractions in each destination, yet provide time for individual exploration.

 

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:  There are some things that are not possible to include.  Items of a personal nature (like beverages, shopping, gratuities and the like) are NOT included in your price.  Also travel components (like currency conversion, air departures taxes departing a foreign country, local taxes and on-site resort fees in some some cities that can’t be prepaid, VISA’s, passport application, airline baggage fees and the like) are NOT included in your price.

 

PACKAGE DETAILS...............................

 

WHAT IS ’GOLDEN ANCHOR TRIPS’ ALL ABOUT…

SO MUCH IS INCLUDED! Just compare Golden Anchor Trips with the competition and find out all of the value you receive.  No wasted time, no tricks, no long planning and hassle-free travel.  We are passionate about this experience and that is why this looks different than anything you have ever seen before. Golden Anchor Trips has included all of the essential cost for your vacation so you can enjoy a worry-free experience.  (note: items of a personal nature like drinks, shopping, gratuities and the like are not included.)

 

FREE CANCELLATION & INTERRUPTION TRAVEL PROTECTION Plus CANCEL FOR ANY REASON TRAVEL PROTECTION SUPPLEMENT*: Golden Anchor Trips takes the worry out of travel because ALL of our guests already have Trip Cancellation & Interruption Travel Protection and is FREE. This is so critically important for your peace of mind for your vacation experience.  Cancel for Work-related Reasons (including loss of job)  trip protection FREE (up to the value of the trip cost including work-related reasons in addition to job loss). Cancellation trip protection FREE (up to the value of the trip cost).Travel interruption trip protection FREE (up to 150% of Trip Cost). Emergency medical and evacuation & Repatriation trip protection FREE (up to $250,000)..  Baggage & Personal Effects travel protection FREE (up to $1500).  Travel Delay travel protection FREE (up to $750). Missed connections travel protection FREE (up to $500).  Baggage delay travel protection FREE (up to $400). Non-medical Emergency Evacuation FREE (up to $150,000). Accident & Sickness Medical Expense travel protection FREE (up to $50,000). And more.  Compare how much more it would cost you if you had to purchase this free program already provided FREE. This saves you HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS!  (benefits include Worldwide Emergency Assistance.) See TRAVEL INSURED trip protection policy statement for exact details and benefit limits.) TRAVEL INSURED is one of America’s most respected Travel Insurance Providers and provides you peace of mind while traveling. Please see your Travel Protection Policy coverage limits and descriptions for complete details.  This document contains highlights of the travel protection plan. The plan contain insurance benefits underwritten by the United States Fire Insurance Company. The plans also contain non-insurance Travel Assistance Services that are provided by an independent organization.  Coverages may vary and not all coverage is available in all jurisdictions.

 

TRAVEL PROTECTION POLICY DETAILS:  Your FREE policy will include coverage of your total invoice for $2501 to $3000 per person.  If you purchase services that exceed this amount you can add to the travel protection amount with the following low-cost add on (INSURANCE SUPPLEMENTS MUST BE PAID FOR AT TIME OF BOOKING AND ARE NON-REFUNDABLE):   

$3001 - $3500 per person $35 supplement  

$3501 - $4000 per person $70 supplement

$4001 - $4500 per person $105 supplement  

$4501 - $5000 per person $140 supplement  

$5001 - $5500 per person $175 supplement  

$5501 - $6000 per person $210 supplement   

$6001 - $6500 per person $245 supplement   

$6501 - $7000 per person $280 supplement   

$7001 - $7500 per person $315 supplement  

$7501 - $8000 per person $350 supplement   

$8001 - $8500 per person $385 supplement  

$8501 - $9000 per person $420 supplement   

$9001 - $8500 per person $455 supplement  

$9501 - $10000 per person    $490 supplement

 

CANCEL FOR ANY REASON TRAVEL PROTECTION*:  You may add at an additional cost optional CANCEL FOR ANY REASON TRAVEL PROTECTION. This gives you protection regardless of your reason for cancellation.  This addition provides coverage of 75% of the nonrefundable trip cost. Trip cancellation must be 48 hours or more prior to scheduled departure. CFAR must be purchased at the time of the plan purchase and within 14 days of your initial trip deposit.   Please see your Travel Protection Policy coverage limits and descriptions for complete details. *NOT available for residents of New York.  

If you purchase services that exceed this amount you can add to the travel protection amount with the following low-cost add on:   

$2501 - $3000 per person $86 supplement    

$3001 - $3500 per person $106 supplement  

$3501 - $4000 per person $126 supplement

$4001 - $4500 per person $146 supplement  

$4501 - $5000 per person $166 supplement  

$5001 - $5500 per person $186 supplement  

$5501 - $6000 per person $206 supplement   

$6001 - $6500 per person $226 supplement   

$6501 - $7000 per person $246 supplement   

$7001 - $7500 per person $266 supplement  

$7501 - $8000 per person $286 supplement   

$8001 - $8500 per person $306 supplement  

$8501 - $9000 per person $326 supplement   

$9001 - $8500 per person $346 supplement  

$9501 - $10000 per person    $366 supplement

 

GOLDEN ANCHOR TRIPS TOUR ESCORT, Tour Manager or Host: Having a local expert is of great value and with our travel experience you will have it.  Having an experienced local expert to ensure the smooth operation of the trip, answer your individual questions and be of assistance in the event of an emergency is of great value. Compare how much more it would cost if you had to purchase this free program already included. (see FAQ policy description for full details.)

 

GUESTS WORLDWIDE CAN PARTICIPATE: Airfare is available to Sydney from many USA and other gateways to participate in this trip.  We can provide hotel & transfers before or after the tour. Ask your Golden Anchor Trips agent for details.

 

LEISURELY PACED TRAVEL EXPERIENCES ARE ALREADY INCLUDED: While many trips shuttle their guest from destination to destination, the Golden AnchorTrips philosophy is to offer a more leisure paced tour to ensure an in-depth experience for our guest.  So many of our competitors have one-night stays and move your Cruise or CruiseTour along too fast. With Golden Anchor Trips your travel experience will be a journey under the philosophy of taking your time.  Have the time to enjoy where you are visiting. Compare what they do versus this program already included.

 

FAQ.........................................................

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS. . .

 

About Royal Caribbean Radiance of the Seas: The 90,000 ton ship was built in 2001 and refurbished in 2016. The Radiance of the Seas combines high-tech features with the elegance of Old World cities. The ship features a space called the Colony Club, which is actually four theme clubs in one: The Bombay Billiard Club, Jakarta Lounge, Singapore Sling's and the Calcutta Card Club. The safari-themed solarium allows you to relax in the whirlpool or take a swim while three 16-foot stone elephants stand guard. Sports-minded passengers will love the two uppermost decks, which feature a putting green, a rock-climbing wall, a multi-purpose sports court and the ShipShape fitness center. After a day of relaxing at the full-service spa, head to the Aurora Theatre for a star-studded show. The same careful attention has been paid to the quality and variety of meals onboard the Radiance. Cascades, with its namesake waterfall, is the main dining room. Steak-lovers will enjoy Chops Grille, the ship's reservation-only steakhouse, but for lighter fare there's the open-air Windjammer Cafe. Techies and those who can't live without email will no doubt spend some time at Royal Caribbean Online, the ship's computing center.

 

Escort or Host: Either way you are going to get local knowledge on the destination you are visiting.  We provide a special Golden Anchor Trips Escort that travels with you on the included land portion of the trip when there is a minimum of 30 guests.  If there are less, then we provide a local host that provides that same experience. Either way, you are going to enjoy a personal and intimate experience with local experts of the region you are visiting. Optional Pre & Post tours are hosted.

 

FREE Meal Package: A core philosophy of Golden Anchor Trips is to be inclusive with meals.  This means providing Breakfast & Dinner daily on the tour portion of your tour. This will be provided as a planned meal or in some instances as a credit to allow you choice (depending on the convenience for our guests in the destination we are visiting).  Optional Pre & Post tours do not include meals to provide you the maximum amount of freedom of choice.

 

Travel Protection Program: Golden Anchor Trips is very unique in that your trip travel protection program is free.  Pre-existing condition is waived with your deposit. Your enrollment is automatic with participation in our group travel program.  The premium is included for the base cost of the Tour or CruiseTour. Your Travel Protection includes Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Travel Delay, Baggage & Personal Effects Coverage, Accident & Sickness Medical Expense Coverage, Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation Coverage, and world-wide assistance from Travel Insured.  See the trip protection plan policy for complete details of coverage. IF you would like to increase your trip protection coverage contact Travel Insured or your travel agent for exact details. Golden Anchor Trips HIGHLY recommends the addition of CANCEL FOR ANY REASON optional supplement.

 

What’s Not Included: There are some things that are not possible to include.  Items of a personal nature (like beverages, shopping, gratuities and the like) are NOT included in your price.  Also travel components (like currency conversion, air departures taxes departing a foreign country, local taxes and on-site resort fees in some some cities that can’t be prepaid, VISA’s, passport application, airline baggage fees and the like) are NOT included in your price.