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I’m excited to introduce something new to MW Tours, with the release of our specialised e-brochures. Each brochure contains something different to help you select the right tour for your requirements. As always, each package will show you why our tours deliver exceptional value for money to Asia and Beyond!

This brochure includes our collection of “Signature” tours, the best of the very best. Each tour has been chosen as it showcases the greatest experiences and attractions of each destination. They are fantastic for those that are looking for a fully immersive experience, as well as those who are testing the waters of travelling to these amazing destinations. Perfect for the seasoned traveller, they include some of the greatest festival tours on earth, as well as the most authentic cultural experiences possible.

Our Signature Tours all encompass the signature MW Tours Experience. It all starts with our personalised service, something I feel strongly about in a Family Owned Business, to ensure your requirements are met. Our fully inclusive small group tours ensure that you know from the start if there will be any additional costs, and you will find most tours include everything from flights and accommodation, to delicious local meals, experienced English speaking guides, and entry fees to the wonderful sites you will visit. Each experience is authentic, and our tours include some of the most unique and cultural experiences both on and off the beaten track!

Why Asia and Beyond? With our close proximity to Asia, as well as my history in Nanjing, China, it is the perfect continent to visit. Our team specialises in all our destinations, starting with myself and my first tour operations in Nanjing, China. We are proud to offer specialised tours throughout the Northeast and Southeast, as well as Beyond... in to Africa and the Subcontinent.

Since 2010, we’ve been going the extra mile for our clients. From the moment you call and speak to one of our consultants; to the airport meet & greet; the tour guide showing you unique experiences that only the locals know and the amazing hotels we use in each, and every town. There is plenty more in here, we’d love to discuss, so choose MW Tours for your next incredible tour!

WelcomeTO MY NEW SIGNATURE COLLECTION

THE MW TOURS EXPERIENCE 04

NORTHEAST ASIA

Cherry Blossom and Garden Tour 12

Japan Golden Route 14

Japan, Korea and Taiwan Triple Indulgence 16

SOUTHEAST ASIA

Ancient Cities and Yangtze River Discovery 18

China Grand Tour 20

Vietnam and Cambodia Delight 22

Gems of The Philippines with Palawan, Cebu and Boracay 24

AFRICA AND SUBCONTINENT

Tanzania’s Triangle Sky Safari 26

Kenya’s Triangle Sky Safari 27

Winelands and Country Roads Self-drive 28

Colourful Holi Festival 30

Glittering India Diwali and Pushkar Camel Festival 32

The Amazing Lanka 34

TERMS AND CONDITIONS 36

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At MW Tours we work hard to ensure each and every tour is

researched, planned, and executed in order to provide you

with an optimal travel experience. Our staff travel to every

destination we sell, ensuring our team are familiar with the

local area and can personally customise packages to suit

your requirements. We will look after you from your first

enquiry, through to the duration of your tour, when you will

be provided with 24hr local and overseas contacts to assure

you a worry-free holiday! As a family owned Australian

business, we take pride in delivering a high quality product,

that is personal and exceptional value for money.

Our entire portfolio offers exceptional value for money, and

our Signature Tours are no different! With more inclusions

and added value than any other competitor on the market,

we can provide you with the trip of a lifetime, at an

affordable price. The long lasting relationships we have built

with our local partners allow us to offer you the best price

from the start, however if you find a comparable product

at a cheaper price, we will match it for you. We have built

these relationships based on reliability, rapport, and positive

feedback received, in order to ensure you will be well looked

after during your journey.

Most of our Signature Tours are fully inclusive, which

means that all our Land and Air packages are inclusive

of international and domestic economy class flights, any

cruise or train tickets, luxury accommodation, delicious

local meals, English speaking local guides, tipping for your

guide and driver, local taxes and surcharges, entrance fees,

some evening entertainment, air-conditioned transfers

throughout, and much more!

While our group sizes can vary (on average from 6 – 15

depending on the destination), to ensure you can travel at

the time that suits you best, our Signature Tours (like all

our tours!) have guaranteed departures with a minimum of

two travelers (excluding our best selling Cherry Blossom

& Garden Tour). If you are travelling as a single passenger,

we will try our best to match you with another solo traveler

at the same time in order for your tour to go ahead. As a

solo traveler, you still have the option for single room

accommodation once the minimum departure numbers

are met. Single Supplements are the extra costs when

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comfort for you during your journey. On some tours we can

tailor the quality of accommodation to suit your needs and

price expectations.

One of the highlights of touring in a different country, is the

variety of traditional local cuisine that is on offer. Breakfast

is often a combination of Western and local food, usually

served in a buffet style. Our tours also include delicious

local meals that allow you to taste a variety of the most

popular foods in the region. Your local guides will assist you

in getting a table at the most authentic and quaint eateries,

so you don’t need to worry about no availability at the best

restaurants – often a concern on bigger tours.

Another fantastic benefit of touring is the personal service

you receive from your tour guides. Our experienced English

speaking guides pass on their in-depth and often local

knowledge of your fantastic destinations. They also handle

daily arrangements, coordinate with each local exhibition,

assist you on and off the coach, and help at check in. We


travelling single but staying in twin share accommodation.

The cost is often nearly the same amount as two people

travelling, however we discount this price so that our Single

Supplements are on average 30% of the Land or Land & Air

price.

At MW Tours our itineraries are designed to show you the

best unique and authentic experiences, and our Signature

Tours are no different. While we include all the popular

must see attractions and experiences (walking along the

Great Wall of China, travelling by Bullet Train in Japan), we

also include lesser known experiences such as the Face

Changing Cultural Show, or Sundowners in the Serengeti. If

there is something on your bucket list that isn’t included in

one of our tours, let us know! We can tailor tours to suit your

needs and always add on a pre or post stay to give you the

best experience possible. You could also add on a fantastic

Stopover Package to experience more of a fantastic

destination, or even at a completely different place!

Each Signature Tour includes high quality 4 – 5* hotel

accommodation, as well as the best local hotels possible in

remote areas. All accommodation is inspected by our staff

and local partners in order to ensure the highest levels of

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provide contact numbers for all our guides, offering 24-hour

assistance should you require it while travelling. In some

destinations we can even offer bilingual guides to suit your

requirements.

During your tour, your comfort and enjoyment are of the

utmost importance! Our Signature Tours use a variety

of transportation methods, from modern air-conditioned

automobiles, full service airlines, and cruise lines that offer

5* service. You may also travel by modern High Speed Rail

or Bullet Train, as well as popular Cable Cars or Ropeways.

Something a lot of travellers to Asia (and Beyond!) worry

about, is tipping. Coming from a country where tipping isn’t

common, it can be daunting trying to understand if it is

necessary when visiting a different country. At MW Tours

we eliminate the confusion by including tipping for you in

most of our Signature Tour Packages. In the regions we

visit, tipping is an expected and essential part of receiving

any service. Our experienced tour guides rely on tipping to

supplement their income, however the amount can vary

depending on group size, tour duration, and the services

provided. By including tipping in your package, we ensure


that our guides are receiving the correct amount for their

excellent service. If tipping isn’t included in your package,

your final documents will let you know the recommended

amount, however it is at your own discretion.

Before your Signature Tour commences, you will receive

your final travel documents. These documents may include

(if applicable) your air ticket, a detailed day by day tour

itinerary including your accommodation details, your 24

hour emergency contact details, destination information

booklets and maps (if available), and your complementary

travel wallet and luggage tags. We’ll make sure you have

everything you need for the trip of a lifetime!

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Honeymoon Ideal holiday for couples wanting a romantic

getaway.

Family Many activities for all ages & families of all sizes.

Eco Eco warriors take note! Less electricity used and

back to basics.

BeachSand, Sun & Surf, ideal holiday for those island or

beach getaways.

CampIf you don’t mind roughing it, then our camping

tours are a great alternative.

Cultural & AuthenticFor the ultimate experience, plunging head first in some of the most cultural countries on the planet.

CruiseSome of the best sights in the world can only be

seen by water. Enjoy luxury cruises in various locations for an unforgettable experience.

Culinary For all those foodies that want nothing more than to immerse themselves in the local cuisine, for the

best food and wine experiences.

FestivalAll our signature packages that are scheduled

departures to celebrate the best festival seasons throughout Asia & beyond!

Back to NatureExplore the great outdoors and see some of the

most picturesque places on earth.

Early Payment Discounts

Book a fully inclusive tour (Air & Land package) and pay in full, a minimum of 6 months before departure and

you will be eligible to enjoy the following discounts:

• For land-only portion value under $2,500, $50 per person discount will apply.

• For land-only portion value between $2,500 to $5,000, $100 per person discount will apply.

• For land-only portion value over $5,000, $150 per person discount will apply.

Travel Together and Save $$$

Travel with family and friends is a great way to travel. If a group of 6-9 guests travel together, a discount of 5%

off the land-only portion, per person, applies to your booking! For groups of 10 or more, MW Tours can offer an

even better rate depending on the number of travellers.

Loyalty BONUS!

If you’re a MW Tours regular and have travelled with us before, we’d like to say Thank You, by offering a special

5% discount off the land-only portion of your next MW Tour! You will need to travel within two years of your last

trip to qualify for the discount.*Refer to Ts & Cs for further information

Signature Discounts!

Generally suitable for anyone to join with shorter duration and a slower pace for your enjoyment.

Tour may include longer periods on foot and climbing stairs as well as longer driving period.

Involves longer than expected walking, trekking and many overnight train journeys which an

active level of fitness is required for. It may also involve itineraries with no more than one night

in each location.

Tour Grading

Tour Categories

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When the idea for a Signature Collection first came about, there was no question that the fabulous Cherry Blossom & Garden Tour would be the first one on the list. Our most popular tour to date, it takes advantage of the most beautiful time of year to see Japan: Cherry Blossom season. This Signature Tour really embodies what MW Tours is all about; it is fully inclusive, with luxury accommodation, and a mixture of delicious local and Western cuisine. Your professional and knowledgeable English speaking guide will show you the most popular attractions in Japan, as well as some lesser known cultural and authentic highlights that shouldn’t be missed. This tour really is a once in a lifetime experience.

Inclusions:• Return international economy class airfares with full

service airlines• Tipping for guides and drivers• Meals, as mentioned• Deluxe accommodation with buffet breakfast• All transportation, daily tours and admission fees • Bullet train tickets and luggage transport• English speaking National guide throughout the tour. • Daily mineral water

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance • Personal expenditures.• Land only packages - do not include arrival and

departure transfers

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PRICE (LAND ONLY | TWIN SHARE)

from $6,980 per person

PRICE (SINGLE SUPP)


PRICE (LAND & AIR | TWIN SHARE)

from $7,880 per personDeparting Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane with Qantas Airways. BNE and MEL depart on day 2 for same day arrival.


from $8,080 per personDeparting Perth and Adelaide with Cathay Pacific or Singapore Airlines ADL may require additional domestic flight.

DEPARTURE DATES: (SURCHARGE FROM $400 PP)

2019: 24/03-07/0405/04-19/04

2020: 22/03-05/0403/04-17/04

*Extra airport transfers or pre-stay may be necessary for Sydney departures, at an additional cost.

Cherry Blossom & GardenTokyo, Hakone, Kawaguchiko, Mt. Fuji, Kyoto & Osaka 12 NIGHTS / 15 DAYS

ITINERARY

Day 01: Depart Australia (-/-/-)Board your overnight flight to Tokyo.

Day 02: Tokyo (-/-/-)Arrive in Tokyo. On arrival you will be welcomed by our representative, in the arrivals hall and transferred to your Hotel, for which you’ll call home for the next 3 nights.

Day 03: Tokyo (B/L/D) After breakfast, your tour guide will meet you for the start of your amazing sightseeing tour of Tokyo. Driving through the National Diet Building and Tokyo Sky Tree. We’ll stop at Imperial Palace and double Bridge for some fantastic photo opportunities. Then onto visit Ueno park, which is the best place to enjoy the cherry blossoms in full bloom. After a Japanese style lunch, visit Asakusa Kannon Temple and Nakamise Shopping street. Legend has it that fishermen discovered an image of Kannon (the goddess of mercy) in the Sumida River around 1370 years ago and they were inspired to enshrine it. Its symbol is a large red paper lantern that bears the word ‘Kaminari-mon’ or a thunder gate. If time permits we will also visit Hamarikyu garden, before this evening, welcoming you with a Japanese style dinner to celebrate the first day of your MW Tours adventure.

Day 04: Tokyo (B/-/-)Enjoy the day in Tokyo at your own pace. You can try to hop on the advanced local train to Shinjuku or Ginza area for shopping, book an optional excursion to Nikko city, a day at Tokyo Disney or simply immerse yourself in the city lifestyle for the day experiencing the culture and food that this bustling city has to offer.

Day 05: Tokyo - Hakone - Kawaguchiko (B/L/D) After breakfast, we visit Koishikawa Botanical Garden, on the way to Hakone, visiting the Peace Park, Owakutani Hot spring, and enjoy a cruise on Lake Ashi, along the way. We will be staying at a hot spring resort tonight where you can enjoy complimentary hot spring facilities after dinner.

Day 06: Kawaguchiko - Mt Fuji - Takayama (B/L/D) After breakfast, we start your trip and take you to the majestic Mt. Fuji. It includes a trip up to Mt. Fuji’s 5th Station at an elevation of 2,300 meters, above sea level (weather permitting). We also visit the Fuji Visitor Centre to learn more about this iconic mountain. After lunch, proceed to Takayama for 2 nights stay at Ryu Resort or similar.

Day 07: Takayama (B/L/D)After breakfast, your tour guide will meet you in the lobby for a full day tour in Takayama including a visit to Jinya, Festival Floats Exhibition Hall, Kusakab Folkcraft Museum and Kamisannomachi Street. Takayama’s beauty is the ancient and quaint narrow streets, lined with wooden merchants’ houses dating back hundreds of years.

Day 08: Takayama - Shirakawago - Kanazawa (B/L/-) Travel to world heritage listed Shirakawago today, famous for the traditional gasshouzukuri farmhouse of more than 250 years old. We have time to explore the village before heading to Kanazawa. After lunch we visit Kenroku-en Garden and Castle. Your tour finishes with a visit the highest ranked Samurai house and walking through the old district.

Day 09: Kanazawa - Kyoto (B/-/D)We travel to Kyoto this morning, Japan’s ancient capital, where you will visit Heian Jingu Shrine. It is the home of the world’s most authentic and well celebrated “Golden Pavilion”. Enjoy the Kimono show at Nishinjin Showroom and visit the famous promenade called “Path of Philosophers”, which is a highlight of the trip. We then return to the Hotel for check-in for your 2 nights stay. Afterwards you may like try an optional Kimono-wearing experience and tour of Machiya Houses and this evening, after dinner enjoy a pleasant walk through the Gion district, a popular area to see traditional teahouses and watch Geisha’s at work!

Day 10: Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto (B/L/-) Visit Nijo Castle, this morning, which was built in the early 17th century. Ninomaru-goten, is renowned as a priceless example of the architectural style of that period. Also visit the famous Kiyomizu Dera Temple. Tea ceremony will be organised to experience traditional Japanese culture! After lunch, proceed to Nara and visit Todoiji Temple, the Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall), which is one of the world’s largest wooden buildings and one of the best-known temples in Japan. Next you will visit Nara Deer Park where the deer roam freely. Afterwards we drive back to Kyoto in the afternoon and visit the iconic Fushimi Inari shrine.

Day 11: Kyoto - Hiroshima (B/-/D) Please prepare an overnight bag for today. After breakfast, your tour guide will organise a baggage collection (for baggage to be shipped separately to your hotel in Osaka) We then make our way to the train stations and depart for Kyoto on JR Bullet Train “Nozomi” and arrive at Hiroshima in less than 2 hours. On arrival, we’ll then continue the tour, visiting Miyajima and the Itsukushima Shrine with a ferry ride. Miyajima Island is the popular name of Itsukushima Island. It is a scenic sight in which the mountains, sea and red shrine buildings blend in harmony. After dinner, check-in at your Hotel for 1 night.

Day 12: Hiroshima - Himeiji - Osaka (B/L/-) Off to the Peace Memorial Park this morning. The Atomic Bomb Dome is the symbol of Hiroshima, the city that advocates peace in the world after WWII. Later on, we’ll then, transfer to Himeiji by bullet train, which is about a 1.5hr journey. After a Japanese set lunch, we visit Himeiji Castle, one of the ancient and famous castles in Japan. To complete the day we transfer back to Osaka, about a 2hr drive and check into your Hotel for next 2 nights.

Day 13: Osaka - Kobe - Osaka (B/L/D) Transfer to Kobe after breakfast. On arrival we visit the Old Sake Breweries Museum. Next you will wander along the Kobe port side and enjoy shopping in China Town - Moto-machi, a lively town perfect for shopping, gourmet food and nightspots in the centre of Kobe. Under Kobe Station is a maze of shopping streets and, above ground, a big shopping arcade. Return to Osaka and have a group picture in front of the Osaka castle and enjoy the boat ride around the castle. Visit Dontoburi and Shinsaibashi shopping mall. Tonight we wrap up the amazing journey with a farewell dinner before your transfer back to your hotel!

Day 14: Depart Osaka (B/-/-) This morning you are free at leisure until it’s time for your transfer from hotel to airport for your flight back to Australia.

Day 15: Arrive Australia (-/-/-)Arrive home in the morning.

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Possibly our most popular destination, Japan is particularly beautiful during the bustling Cherry Blossom Season, as well as Autumn when the vibrant green leaves start to turn golden. The Japan Golden Route Tour is essential for our Signature Collection as it travels through the highlights of this magnificent country, during the most spectacular times of the year. With fantastic and authentic cultural experiences, delicious local cuisine, knowledgeable English speaking guides, luxurious accommodation, and much, much more, you cannot go past this Signature Tour.


service airlines• Tipping for guide and driver • Most meals as indicated • Deluxe accommodation with buffet breakfast• All transportation, daily tours and admission fees • Bullet train rides• Daily mineral water• English speaking National guide throughout the tour.

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance • Personal expenditures• Land only package does not include arrival and

departure transfers


from $5,480 per personDeparting Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane flying Qantas Airways


from $5,580 per personDeparting Perth and Adelaide flying Cathay Pacific or Singapore Airlines

DEPARTURE DATE: (SURCHARGE FROM $200 PP)

2019: 24/03-02/04 - Cherry Blossom 11/11-20/11 - Autumn leaves

2020: 25/03-03/0412/11-21/11

Japan Golden Route Tokyo, Hakone, Kawaguchiko, Toyohashi, Nara, Kobe & Osaka 07 NIGHTS / 10 DAYS

ITINERARY

Day 01: Depart Australia (-/-/-) Enjoy an overnight flight from Australia to Tokyo.

Day 02: Arrive Tokyo (-/-/-) Arrive in Japan’s capital, Tokyo in the afternoon. You will be transferred to Narita Excel Hotel or similar for an overnight stay.

Day 03: Tokyo (B/L/D)Today’s full day tour includes; Asakusa Temple, a popular 7th Century Buddhist Temple; Tsukji Fish Market; the Imperial Palace, home of the Imperial Family (only open to the public on the 23rd December and 2nd January); and Ueno Park where you will see the beautiful Cherry Blossoms or Autumn leaves depending on your travel dates. Check in to the Sunshine City Prince or similar. Day 04: Tokyo (B/-/-)After breakfast, enjoy free time in Tokyo. Shop in the famous Ginza or Shinjuku areas, or simply immerse yourself in the Japanese city.

Day 05: Tokyo - Hakone - Kawaguchiko (B/L/D)Travel to Hakone by coach. Visit the Peace Park, Owakutani Hot Spring, and enjoy a cruise on Lake Ashi. Stay overnight at the Kawaguchiko Japanese Ryokan where you can enjoy a hot spring spa.

Day 06: Kawaguchiko - Toyohashi (B/L/-)Visit impressive Mt Fuiji. You will climb up 2300m above sea level to the 5th station, by coach. Learn about the history of the area at the Visitor Centre, and sample tea at the Green Tea Farm. The coach will then transfer you to the train station for a Bullet Train ride to Toyohashi. Stay overnight at the Toyohashi Nikko Hotel or similar.

Day 07: Toyohashi - Kyoto (B/L/-)Travel to Kyoto, the ancient capital. Visit the Heian Jingu Shrine and the Golden Pavilion, before enjoying the Kimono Show at Nishinjin Showroom. You will then experience authentic Japanese life at Gion Corner, before going to Kiyomizu Temple. Outside the Temple you can wander the shopping street and pottery lane. The veranda at the front of the main Temple is supported by 139 wooden pillars and no nails, an architectural feat! There is also a Shrine dedicated to worshipping marriage. Stay overnight in Osaka.

Day 08: Nara - Kobe - Osaka (B/L/D)After breakfast we will drive to Nara and visit the popular Deer Park and Todaiji Temple (Great Buddha Temple). Then visit Kobe, a unique Japanese city. Here you will explore China Town and the Japanese Sake Brewery (Kobe is known for brewing the best Sake in Japan). Take a short Bullet Train ride back to Osaka and visit Osaka Castle and Shinzaibashi Mall with its many boutique stores. Enjoy our farewell dinner tonight. Day 09: Depart Osaka (B/-/-)After breakfast, enjoy the day at your leisure until it is time to transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Day 10: Arrive Australia (-/-/-) Arrive in Australia in the morning, dreaming of Japan.

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PRICE (SINGLE SUPP)


*Adelaide departures may involve additional domestic add on at extra cost.


from $7,195 per personDeparting Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth flying Cathay Pacific.

Exploring Northeast Asia over 20 days, the Japan, Korea and Taiwan Triple Indulgence is a fully inclusive experience that is the perfect example of a Signature Tour. Travelling through Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan, three geographically close but culturally diverse countries, you will receive three independent but equally authentic experiences that you will never forget.


service airlines• Internal flights between Taiwan, Korea and Japan• Standard accommodation in Japan and superior

accommodation in Taiwan and Korea• Breakfast daily• All transportation, daily tours and admission fees • Bullet train ticket and luggage transfer in Japan• Local English speaking guide during the tour

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance • Tipping for guide and driver• All other meals• Personal expenditures• Superior hotel upgrade in Japan from $300

DEPARTURE DATE:Departs Australia every Friday*Peak season surcharge from $300 PP for Mar, Apr, May, Aug, Oct and Nov.

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Japan, Korea and Taiwan Triple Indulgence Taipei, Hualien, Taroko Gorge, Seoul, Buyeo, Gwangju, Yeosu, Gyeongju, Wonju, Tokyo, Mt. Fuji, Kyoto, Nara & Osaka17 NIGHTS / 20 DAYS

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Day 01: Depart Australia (-/-/-)Enjoy your overnight flight from Australia to Taipei. Meal onboard.

Day 02: Arrive Taipei (-/-/-)Welcome to Taipei! Upon arrival, meet and transfer to Howard Plaza Hotel or similar for overnight stay. Enjoy half day city tour afterwards. You will be driving past the Presidential Office Building, Chiang Kai- Shek Memorial Hall (Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall), Martyrs’ Shrine,, National Palace Museum, Chinese Temple, and Handicraft Centre. In the late afternoon you can visit Shilin night market and enjoy the night of Taipei at your own pace.

Day 03: Taipei - Hualien - Taitung (B/-/-)Transfer to Taipei Railway Station to take scenic train to Hualien. Visit Shitiping Terranced rocks and Sanxiantai-Amis Folk Centre in the East coast National Scenic area. Check in at 5* Sheraton Taitung for overnight stay.

Day 04: Taitung - East Rift Valley - Hualien (B/-/-)Breakfast at hotel, Visit Luye Gaotai and Mr. Brown Avenue, also visit Taitung’s Takeshi Kaneshiro tree, continue to visit Matai’an Wetland Ecological Park. Check in at 5* Promiseland Resort & Lagoon. A Boat ride to experience exotic Venice sensation at hotel after check in.

Day 05: Hualien - Taroko Gorge - Jiaosi (B/-/-)Travel by coach to Taroko Gorge, an exceptionally beautiful, narrow raving created by a river which has cut deep into the mountains of solid marble. Stops will be made at Evergreen Shrine, Swallow Grotto, Nine Turns of Tunnel, Marble Bridge, Tienshiang and Marble factory. Then, proceed to Jiaosi for overnight stay and check in to your Hotel.

Day 06: Jiaosi - Taipei (B/-/-)Morning visit to the National Centre for traditional Arts, later visit King Car Kavalan Distillery to sample the famous Taiwan Whisky brand. Also visit Yuanshan Orchid garden before transferring back to Taipei. Check in at 5* Howard Plaza for overnight stay.

Day 07: Taipei - Seoul (B/-/-) Enjoy your half day tour to Chiufen village and Northeast coast. Af-ter lunch, free at leisure, you can use our complimentary MRT ticket. Later transfer to airport for your flight to Seoul. Upon arrival, meet and transfer to Ramada Hotel or similar for overnight stay.

Day 08: Seoul - Gongju - Buyeo - Jeongju - Gwangju (B/-/-)This morning we depart Seoul for Gongju and visit Gongsanseong Fortress, then move to Buyeo, an ancient capital of Korea. Visit Baekje Cultural Land. Proceed to Jeonju to visit Hanok Village, showcasing 700 traditional Korean houses called Hanok. Transfer to Gwangju and check in at Gwangju Prado Hotel or similar.

Day 09: Gwangju - Suncheon - Yeosu (B/-/-)Start your City Tour and visit Asia Munwha Maru for a Hub City of Asian Culture and Street of Arts. Move to Suncheon where you will visit Songgwangsa Temple and Suncheon Bay. Later transfer to nearby city Yeosu and visit local Fish market and sightseeing of Industrial Complex night scene. Check into hotel and enjoy your leisure time. Stay Yeosu The Ocean Resort or similar.

Day 10: Yeosu - Jinju - Busan - Gyeongju (B/-/-)Transfer to Jinju and see Jinjuseong Castle. Proceed to Busan for a City Tour from Jagalchi Fishery Market - largest seafood market

where you will have free time for lunch and wondering around. Later transfer to Gyeongju - a museum without walls. Overnight at Gyeo-ngju Concord Hotel or similar.

Day 11: Gyeongju - Andong - Wonju (B/-/-)Gyeongju City Tour in the morning including Bulguksa Temple. Move to Andong then visit Hahoe Folk Village. Travel to Wonju, decorated with the Chiaksan Mountain and the Seom River, it maintains a rich tradition and cultural relics. Stay Wonju Interborgo Hotel or similar.

Day 12: Wonju - Pyeongchang - Gangneung - Mt Sorak - Seoul (B/-/-)This morning move to Pyeongchang - the venue of 2018 winter Olympic Games. Then move to nearby Gangneung, located between the Eastern sea and the mountain ridge, well-known for wide pine forests, clear sandy beaches and crystal blue sea. Visit Seongyojang Folklore Materials Pavilion (residence of noble class) Short drive to Sokcho Mt. Seorak National Park listed as UNESCO world heritage.Return to Seoul and check in at Ramada Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 13: Seoul - Tokyo (B/-/-)After breakfast, start your half day tour including Gyeongbokgung Palace, The Royal Guard Changing Ceremony, National Folk Muse-um, Korean Ginseng Centre. Afternoon free until transfer to airport for your flight to Tokyo. You will be met by our representative and helped to board an airport bus to Shiba Park Hotel or similar for 2 nights stay.

Day 14: Tokyo (B/-/-)After breakfast, start your Tokyo Morning Tour including Meiji Shrine, Imperial Palace East Garden. Visit Asakusa Kannon temple and its shopping arcade. We finish in Tokyo station for free time shopping. Return to your accommodation on your own.

Day 15: Tokyo - Mt Fuji - Hakone (B/L/-) Your main suitcase will be transferred directly from Tokyo to Kyoto. You travel with just an overnight bag for your night in Hakone. Pro-ceed to Mt.Fuji and join our Hakone Tour visiting Owakudani Boiling Valley, take Hakone Ropeway to the mountain top, Boat Cruise on Lake Ashi. After the tour, you will be transferred to Hakone hotel or similar. Enjoy hot spring facility in your Ryokan Resort tonight!

Day 16: Hakone - Kyoto - Nara - Kyoto (B/-/-)Transfer to Odawara and take the bullet train to Kyoto in 2.5 hours. On arrival, meet our assistant and walk to the New Miyako hotel or similar for 2 nights stay. Enjoy Kyoto afternoon Tour including Kiyo-mizu Temple, Kodaiji Temple, Yasaka Shrine and Gion district.

Day 17: Kyoto (B/L/-)After breakfast, enjoy Nara Morning Walking Tour including Todaiji Temple with Great Buddha, Nara Park, Kofukuji Temple. Afternoon free at leisure to explore this ancient city at your own pace.

Day 18: Kyoto - Osaka (B/-/-)Travel to Osaka by train, after hotel check-in at Hotel Vischio Osaka by GRANVIA or similar, enjoy your day at leisure in Osaka for last minute shopping at famous Shinsaibashi mall.

Day 19: Depart Osaka (B/-/-)After breakfast, free of leisure until transfer to Kansai International Airport by Airport Shuttle bus for your flight back to Australia.


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We couldn’t have a Signature Collection without including tours from our primary destination, China. Well known for its magnificent landmarks such as the Great Wall and Tiananmen Square, as well as natural beauties such as the Giant Panda and majestic Yangtze River, China is bursting with rich cultural experiences. Our Ancient Cities and Yangtze River Discovery is the epitomy of a Signature Tour. You will stay in luxurious 5 star accommodation, including during your Yangtze River Discovery, travel in comfort using high quality transportation, and enjoy delicious local cuisine.


service airlines• Domestic airfare and taxes• Tipping for guide and driver• 1st class high speed train, Xi’an - Chengdu - Chongqing/

Nanjing - Shanghai • Most meals as indicated • 5* accommodation with buffet breakfast• 5* Luxury Century Paragon Cruise with balcony cabin• All transportation, daily tours and admission fees • Professional English speaking guide

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance • Personal expenditures• Compulsory service charge from RMB150/person ($30)

payable upon boarding your cruise• Chinese Visa


from $5,285 per personDeparting Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth flying Cathay Pacific or Qantas.

DEPARTURE DATE: (SURCHARGE FROM $200 PP / $400 PP)

2019: 25/03-10/04 15/04-01/05 06/05-22/05 27/05-12/0624/06-10/07

02/09-18/09 16/09-02/10 07/10-23/10 28/10-10/11 18/11-01/12

2020: 16/03-01/04 06/04-22/04 27/04-13/05



PRICE (SINGLE SUPP)


Private departure can be arranged with a surcharge from $500 per person, land only.

Lhasa

Jiayuguan

GuangzhouHong Kong

Sanya

Harbin

MacauYunnan

Beijing

Xi’an

Chengdu

Chongqing

Yichang

Nanjing

Shanghai

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TrainCruise

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3N

2N3N

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Day 01: Depart Australia - Arrive Beijing (-/-/-)Enjoy your morning flight to Beijing. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by the local tour guide who will check you in for three nights at the Novotel Peace or similar hotel. Day 02: Beijing (B/L/D) After breakfast at the hotel, today’s highlights include tours of Ti-ananmen Square, the largest city centre square of its kind in China; the Forbidden City, the site of thousands of palaces and spellbind-ing artworks that will give you an in depth insight in to the royal life of Chinese Emperors and Concubines; and the Summer Palace, home of a World Heritage listed Imperial Garden. In the evening you will enjoy a feast of Peking Duck, as well as an entertaining acrobatic show. Day 03: Beijing (B/L/D) Wear comfortable walking shoes today as you will explore the Great Wall after breakfast. In the afternoon, enjoy a tour to the famous Ming Tombs. Return to Beijing for free time, shopping and walking along the famous Wangfujing Street. Day 04: Beijing (B/L/-) After breakfast, tour the Temple of Heaven. The focus here is the famed Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest, a round edifice construct-ed of wood without a single nail. Spend the afternoon at leisure; visiting local markets or explore Beijing at your own pace.

Day 05: Beijing - Xi’an (B/L/D) Morning flight to Xi’an. On arrival, transfer to downtown and visit the Provincial History Museum where you can feast your eyes on thousands of treasures and precious historical relics. Check in at the Golden Flower hotel for two nights stay. For dinner, feast on a Dumpling Banquet followed by a show of Tang Dynasty singing and dancing.

Day 06: Xi’an (B/L/-) After breakfast, today’s full day tour includes the world famous 6,000 life-size Terracotta Warriors and Horses, and the Wild Goose Pagoda. Day 07: Xi’an - Chengdu (B/-/D) In the morning take a tour to the Drum and Bell Tower Square. You will also visit the Muslim Quarter and food market. Enjoy a bullet train ride to Chengdu, the capital of the Sichuan Province. On arriv-al, meet and transfer to Crowe Plaza Hotel or similar for 2 nights stay, enjoying a delicious Sichuan Hot Pot for dinner.

Day 08: Chengdu (B/L/-)Spend the morning visiting the Giant Panda Reserve to see these famous animals in an environment similar to their natural habitat. Travel back to Chengdu for lunch and a tour of the city in the after-noon. Enjoy free time shopping in the city.

Day 09: Chengdu - Chongqing (B/-/D)After breakfast, board your high-speed train to Chongqing. Chongqing is known as ‘The Mountain City’, famous for its super spicy Sichuan Hot Pot and its bicycle-free hilly streets. On arrival, start your tour with Erling Park and the General Stilwell Museum. Then visit the Three Gorges Museum, dedicated to protecting the history and culture of the Three Gorges area. After dinner at a

local restaurant, we board our luxurious Century Paragon Cruise for a three night voyage down the Yangtze River. You will visit the ancient temples and witness the stunning scenery and gorges that line the Yangtze’s banks.

Day 10: Shibao Pagoda (B/L/D) Enjoy an afternoon shore excursion to Shibao Pagoda ‘The Pearl of the Yangtze’. Today will also include a river briefing and the Captain’s Welcome Party, with a welcome dinner and crew cabaret performance. *Optional morning excursion to Fengdu’s ‘Ghost City’ (river condi-tions permitting). Day 11: Three Gorges - Shennong Stream Pea Pod Boat Excursion (B/L/D) Voyage through the Three Gorges. First is the Qutang Gorge, the shortest and narrowest. Then take in the sheer cliffs and moun-tainous forests of the Wu Gorge. Transfer to a Pea Pod Boat to cruise through Shennong Stream. In the evening, sail through the Three Gorges Dam Ship Locks.*Optional shore excursion to White Emperor City (river conditions permitting).

Day 12: Yichang - Nanjing (B/L/-) Visit the Three Gorges Dam, the world’s largest power station. Transfer to the train station and board a bullet train to the ancient capital city of Nanjing. Check in to the Grand Hotel or similar for two nights stay. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

Day 13: Nanjing (B/L/D) After breakfast visit the Dr Sun Yat San Mausoleum and surround-ings. Explore Nanjing Museum, Yangtze River Bridge, the ancient Ming Dynasty City Wall and Confucius Temple Market, and Qinhuai River. Day 14: Nanjing - Shanghai (B/-/D) Transfer to the railway station to board a bullet train to Shanghai. On arrival, visit the Shanghai Museum and Jade Buddha Temple. After dinner, travel to the viewing platform of the Oriental Pearl Tower (third highest tower in the world) for spectacular views of the city by night. Stay overnight at The Crowne Plaza Hotel Shang-hai or similar. Day 15: Shanghai (B/L/-) Spend the morning visiting the historic Bund (one of the world’s best preserved examples of Art-Deco architecture, located adja-cent to the Huangpu River), and the famous Nanjing Road Shop-ping District. After lunch visit the bustling Chenghuang Market in the old town area, and the Xin Tian Di upmarket area.*Optional after dinner evening cruise on Huangpu River can be arranged upon request. Day 16: Depart Shanghai (B/-/-) After breakfast, enjoy last minute shopping or explore the city until transfer to the airport for your flight home. If you have never tried the Maglev train, you have a chance to take it to the airport! Day 17: Arrive Australia (-/-/-)Arrive home in the morning with happy memories to last a lifetime.

Southeast Asia

Ancient Cities and Yangtze River Discovery Beijing, Xi’an, Chengdu, Chongqing, Yangtze River, Nanjing, Yichang & Shanghai15 NIGHTS / 17 DAYS

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As its name suggests, our China Grand Tour takes you on a majestic four week journey through this vast nation. Our longest Signature Tour, it does not skimp on quality or experiences. You will stay in 5 star accommodation, including on your luxurious cruise, travel by high speed rail and soft sleeper train, and enjoy delicious local and Western meals. There is no need to worry about tipping throughout the different provinces as we will take care of it for you, and your expert English speaking guide will ensure you don’t miss a minute of this fantastic Signature Experience!


service airlines• Domestic airfares and taxes • Soft sleeper train ticket from Beijing to Xi’an (quad

share)• High speed train tickets (Suzhou - Nanjing - Yichang)• Tipping for guides and drivers during the tour • Most meals as indicated • 5* accommodation with buffet breakfast • 5* luxury Victoria Cruises • All transportation, daily tours and admission fees • Professional English speaking guide

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance • Compulsory cruise service charge from RMB150/person

($30) payable upon boarding • Personal expenditures• Chinese Visa


from $8,880 per personDeparting all Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide flying Cathay Pacific.

DEPARTURE DATE: (SURCHARGE FROM $300 PP / $500 PP)

2019: 25/03-20/04 15/04-11/05 06/05-01/06 27/05-22/06 24/06-20/07

02/09-28/09 16/09-12/10 07/10-02/11 28/10-23/11

2020: 16/03-11/04 06/04-02/05 27/04-23/05

Shanghai

KunmingDali

Jiayuguan

Sanya

Harbin

Beijing

Xi’an

Nanjing

FengduChongqing

Jiuzhaigou

Chengdu

Guilin

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TrainCruise

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2N

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2N

3N2N

Yichang2N

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Day 01: Depart Australia - Arrive Beijing (-/-/-)Fly to Beijing. On arrival, check in to the Nikko New Century hotel for three nights stay.

Day 02: Beijing (B/L/D) Tour Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace. In the evening you will enjoy a feast of Peking Duck, with an entertaining acrobatic show.

Day 03: Beijing (B/L/D) Explore the Great Wall and tour the famous Ming Tombs. Return to Beijing for free time. Day 04: Beijing (B/L/-) Explore the Temple of Heaven and the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest. Spend the afternoon at leisure.

Day 05: Beijing - Xi’an (B/L/D) Morning flight to Xi’an. Visit the Provincial History Museum. Feast on a Dumpling Banquet followed by a show of Tang Dy-nasty singing and dancing.

Day 06: Xi’an (B/L/-) Full day tour including the famous Terracotta Warriors, and the Wild Goose Pagoda. Day 07: Xi’an - Shanghai (B/L/-) Take a tour to the Drum and Bell Tower Square, the Muslim Quarter and food market. Afternoon flight to Shanghai.

Day 08: Shanghai City (B/L/D)Tour Shanghai, including the Bund, People’s Square, Shanghai Museum, Chenghuang Market Old Town, and Xin Tian Di. Enjoy a panoramic view of Shanghai at night from the World Financial Centre.

Day 09: Shanghai (B/-/-) Spend the day at your own leisure exploring Shanghai.

Day 10: Shanghai - Suzhou - Nanjing (B/L/D) Morning transfer to Suzhou,visit Santang, popular for its gar-dens, silk, and embroidery. Afternoon train to Nanjing.

Day 11: Nanjing (B/L/D)Full day excursion of Nanjing, including the Ming Dynasty City Wall Museum and a Qing Dynasty style bazaar surrounding a Confucian Temple.

Day 12: Nanjing - Yichang (B/-/D)After breakfast, free until transfer to railway station for your high-speed train to Yichang. Enjoy a local dinner, before embark-ing on your cruise. Day 13: Yichang - Xiling Gorge - Three Gorges Dam (B/L/D)Sail through Gezhou Dam near Yichang. Visit the Three Gorges Dam. Sail through Xiling Gorge, then enter the Three Gorges Dam ship locks.

Day 14: Wu Gorge - Qutang Gorge - Shennong Stream (B/L/D)Enter Wu Gorge, then sail through Qutang Gorge. Take an excur-sion through the Shennong Stream Small Gorges.

Day 15: Fengdu (B/L/D) Take a shore excursion to Fengdu, visiting either the ‘Ghost City’, or the new relocation village.

Day 16: Chongqing - Jiuzhaigou (B/L/-) Upon arrival in Chongquin, disembark and take a tour of the city before flying to Jiuzhaigou. Stay overnight in Huanglong.

Day 17: Huanglong - Jiuzhaigou (B/L/D) Visit Huanglong Valley, a magic landscape of limestone forma-tions, waterfalls, caves, and ancient temples.

Day 18: Jiuzhaigou (B/L/-) Spend a second day exploring the beautiful World Heritage listed valley.

Day 19: Jiuzhaigou - Chengdu (B/-/D)Fly to Chengdu and visit the Panda Breeding Centre. An optional Face Changing Cultural Show can be arranged for tonight if time permits.

Day 20: Chengdu (B/L/-)Morning drive to Dujiangyan ancient irrigation system. After lunch, visit Sichuan Cuisine Museum for a cooking class demon-stration.

Day 21: Chengdu - Guilin (B/L/-)Tour Chengdu including a visit to the nearby ancient town of Huanglongxi. Return to the city in the afternoon to visit Jingli Street and Kuanzhai Alley. Evening flight to Guilin.

Day 22: Guilin (B/L/-) Visit Elephant Trunk Hill and Reed Flute Caves. Enjoy a free afternoon. Day 23: Guilin - Yangshuo - Guilin (B/L/D)Board a Li River Cruise boat to Yangshuo. Spend the remain-der of the day exploring the streets and shopping of this small market town. Day 24: Guilin - Kunming (B/-/D)Fly to Kunming and visit Western Hill and Dragon Gate. Enjoy a Yunnan style dinner. Check in to your hotel for two nights stay.

Day 25: Kunming - Stone Forest - Kunming (B/L/D)Travel by coach to the Stone Forest, a captivating maze of jagged limestone.

Day 26: Kunming - Australia (B/-/-)Visit the famous Pu Er Tea House in the morning, then the West and East Pagodas, Golden Temple, and local silk factory before transferring to the airport for your flight home.


Southeast Asia

Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai, Suzhou, Nanjing, Yichang, Fengdu, Chongqing, Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong, Chengdu, Guilin & Kunming25 NIGHTS / 27 DAYS

China Grand Tour




PRICE (SINGLE SUPP)


Private departure can be arranged with a surcharge from $800 per person, land only.

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Our Signature Collection highlights the most exciting and unique experiences in Asia and Beyond. The Vietnam and Cambodia Delight takes you on a journey through these two distinct and less travelled countries, giving it a well earned spot in the Signature Collection. From the serenity of Halong Bay, to the mystical Angkor Wat, this Signature Tour will not disappoint. You will enjoy a fully inclusive experience, from your full service international flights, to the daily mineral water your English speaking guide will provide.


service airlines• Domestic airfares and taxes• Tipping for guide and driver • Most meals as indicated • Daily mineral water• 4* accommodation with buffet breakfast• All transportation, daily tours, and admission fees • Professional English speaking guide

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance • Personal expenditures• Vietnamese & Cambodian Visas • Upgrade flight option, Saigon to Phnom Penh from $280 PP


from $4,495 per personDeparting Sydney and Melbourne on Day 2, flying Vietnam Airlines.


2019: 24/02-11/03 24/03-08/04 21/04-06/05 19/05-03/06 16/06-01/07 21/07-05/08

18/08-02/09 06/09-21/09 29/09-14/10 20/10-04/11 17/11-02/12

2020: 23/02-10/03 23/03-07/04 20/04-05/05

Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Hue, Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh & Siem Reap13 NIGHTS / 16 DAYS



PRICE (SINGLE SUPP)

from $950 per person


from $4,695 per personDeparting Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth flying Singapore Airlines.

Vietnam and Cambodia Delight

Chennai

SapaLao Cao

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FlightCoach

Danang

Hoi An

Ho Chi Minh City

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Hue

Phnom Penh

Siem Reap

OUT

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1N

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Hanoi

Halong Bay

2N

1N

3N

2N

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ITINERARY

Day 01: Depart Australia (-/-/-)Depart from Australia to Hanoi on an overnight flight.

Day 02: Arrive Hanoi (-/-/-) Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel for two nights stay. Depending on your arrival time, you may be able to enjoy a unique water puppet show depicting Vietnamese Folk Art dating back to the 11th Century.

Day 03: Hanoi (B/L/D)After breakfast you will enjoy a full day tour of Ho Chi Minh Mau-soleum (closed Mondays and Friday during September and Oc-tober); One Pillar Pagoda, one of Vietnam’s most iconic temples; the Temple of Literature, which is known as the first university in the country; Ethnology Museum, a goldmine of Vietnamese cultural diversity; and Hoa Lo Prison, known as ‘Hanoi Hilton’ as it was used for both political prisoners and Prisoners of War.

Day 04: Hanoi - Halong Bay (B/L/D) After breakfast, travel to Halong Bay where you will embark on an unforgettable cruise. World Heritage Listed Halong Bay is known for its islets bursting with caves of colourful stalactites and stalagmites. You will enjoy a delicious seafood lunch on board the boat. While cruising on the emerald waters of the Bay, you will visit traditional floating villages where the locals live on fishing offshore, as well as raising fish in caves. The cruise will also take you to caves such as Sung Sot (the most magnificent in the area) before you enjoy a short walk on the beach or climb the 400 steps to the island’s peak for a panoramic view of the Bay. Enjoy dinner and stay overnight on the Junk.

Day 05: Halong Bay - Hanoi - Hoi An (B/L/-)Continue your cruise of the magnificent Bay. Enjoy an early lunch before disembarking around noon. Drive back to Hanoi and catch a short flight to Danang. Upon arrival you will be transferred to the ancient town of Hoi An for two nights stay.

Day 06: Hoi An (B/-/D)Today you will take a walking tour of old Hoi An. Visit the home of an old merchant, the 400 year old Japanese Covered Bridge, the Hoi An Culture Museum, House of Tan Ky, and Fujian As-sembly Hall. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure or take an optional tour to explore the first and only organic farm in Hoi An.

Day 07: Hoi An - Hue (B/L/D)Take the scenic Hai Van Pass drive to Hue, with a stop at the magnificent Marble Mountains, Cham Museum, and China Beach on the way. After lunch, visit the ruins of the Citadel and Purple Forbidden City. Admire the beautiful Pagoda of Thien Mu and end the day with a relaxing Dragon Boat ride down the beautiful Perfume River. Spend the night in Hue.

Day 08: Hue - Ho Chi Minh (B/-/D)Visit the tombs of King Tu Duc and Khai Dinh. The Tomb of Tu Duc, a 19th Century Emperor is set among beautiful frangipani and pine trees. Board a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to your hotel for the next few nights.

Day 09: Ho Chi Minh (B/L/-)Today you will enjoy a city tour, including the Presidential Palace,

Notre Dame Cathedral, Old Saigon Post Office, War Museum, Ngoc Hoang Temple, Thien Hau Pagoda, and the Binh Tay wholesale Market in Cholon (the old Chinatown).

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh - Cu Chi Tunnels (B/L/D)After breakfast, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels (70km from Ho Chi Minh City), the former stronghold of the Viet Cong. The network of tunnels stretch for over 200km and three levels underground. Continue to Tay Ninh and visit a place of pilgrimage at the Cao Dai Holy See Temple. The temple is unique as it is a place of worship for Daoism, a religion of Southern Vietnam. Return to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh for the night.

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh - Phnom Penh (B/-/D)After breakfast, travel by bus to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. You will be met on arrival by your local guide. Enjoy a city tour and visit the local markets. Check in to your hotel for two nights stay.

Day 12: Phnom Penh (B/L/D)After breakfast, embark of a day tour of the city. Experience life as a royal in the Royal Palace and Private Quarters, and admire the Majestic Silver Pagoda, then the artwork at the National Museum. Enjoy lunch before taking in the unique view from Wat Phnom Temple and learn more about Cambodian history at the Toul Sleng Musuem.

Day 13: Phnom Penh - Siem Reap (B/-/D)Travel by express bus to Siem Reap. Visit Cambodian Cultural Villages, Phsar Thmey, Kompong Kdey Bridge, the Reclining Buddha, Wax Museum, and former capital city Ou Dong. Enjoy a traditional Cambodian Dance Show. Stay overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 14: Siem Reap (B/L/D)After breakfast, visit Angkor Thom and its South Gate, Bayon, Bapuon, Phimeanakas, Elephant, and Leper King Terrace. After lunch visit the famous World Heritage Listed Angkor Wat Tem-ple. As the largest religious monument in the world, it is not to be missed. Then take in Kraven, and the incredible jungle temple of Ta Phrom. Finish the day with a walk up Bakheng Hill to enjoy the picturesque sunset. Enjoy dinner with an Apsaras Dancing Show.. Back to Siem Reap for the evening. Day 15: Siem Reap - Depart Siem Reap (B/-/-)After breakfast, we head out of town and drive beyond the Angkor Complex through the Preah Dark village to the intricate-ly carved and well preserved Banteay Srei Temple. We stroll around this beautiful landmark which was designed to leave no space undecorated. The next stop is Banteay Samre which is adorned with striking relief depicting the scenes of Vishunu and Krishna legends. If time permits we visit Preah Khan Temple before transferring to the airport for our departure flight to Aus-tralia, arriving home the following morning.

Day 16: Arrive Australia (-/-/-)Arrive home today, planning your next trip back to Vietnam and Cambodia!

Southeast Asia

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Our Signature Tours are all about providing you with the greatest authentic experiences that fulfill your desires and requirements, while living up to the high standards of the MW Tours Experience. Gems of The Philippines encompasses this ethos, as it explores this beautiful archipelago and the richest cultural and historical sites, while allowing you to choose your level of high quality accommodation.

Inclusions:• Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast

(Accommodation is tailored to your choice of Hotel (3*, 4*, 5* options available))

• Transportation throughout• English speaking local guide• Entrance fees

Exclusions:• All flights and taxes• Tipping for guide and driver is at your own discretion• Travel Insurance• Personal expenditures• Seasonal surchargesPRICE (LAND ONLY | TWIN SHARE)

from $1,925 per person Superior Class (3*) staying St. Giles Hotel Manila, Microtel Inn & Suites - Palawan, Be Resorts Mactan and Best Western Boracay Tropics.

from $2,175 per person Deluxe Class (4*) staying Hotel Jen Manila, Hotel Centro-Palawan, Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort Cebu and Coast Boracay.

DEPARTURE DATE: Daily Departure

Manila, Puerto Princesa, Sabang, Cebu, Bohol & Boracay10 NIGHTS / 11 DAYS

Gems of The Philippines with Palawan, Cebu and Boracay

from $3,265 per person Luxury Class (5*) staying The Manila Hotel, Sheridan Beach Resort-Palawan, Shangri-La’s Mactan.

Chau Doc

Sabang

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Flight

CoachBoat

Manila

Bohol

Boracay

Cebu

Puerto Princesa

Sabang

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2N

2N

4N

ITINERARY

Southeast Asia

Day 01: Arrive Manila (-/-/-)On arrival in Manila, our representative will meet and greet you, then you transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Day 02: Manila: (B/-/-)Breakfast inside the hotel. Your Manila half day tour starts right in the heart of Philippines’s financial district, Makati. Have a glimpse of Makati’s hustle and bustle as you drive onwards to Rizal Park to arrive at Intramuros, “The Walled City”. This relic is proof of the Philippines deep Spanish history with ancient walls, church ruins and conquistadores. We then go to the American War Cemetery, Rizal Park, Fort Santiago, San Agustin and Ma-nila Cathedral. If time permits, we may visit the Cultural Centre Complex along Roxas Boulevard. After the tour, we transfer back to the hotel.

Day 03: Manila - Puerto Princesa (B/-/-)Free at leisure until your departure transfer to NAIA Domestic Airport for flight to Palawan. Arrive at the gateway, Puerto Princ-esa Airport, our representative will meet and greet you, then you transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Day 04: Underground River Tour (B/L/-)We experience one of Palawan’s main attraction today - the Underground River via Sabang to Subterranean River National Park. The river excursion is by boat (1h30) in this network of riv-er caves that stretch over 8kms making this a premiere ecotour-ism destination. It was inscribed on the prestigious UNESCO Worlds Heritage Site lists for its outstanding universal value and ecological significance, as a natural site of intense beauty. We also spend some time walking the park to observe the animals (Monitor Lizards/monkeys) before going back to the Hotel.

Day 05: Puerto Princesa - Cebu (B/-/-)After breakfast, we check-out and transfer to Puerto Princesa Airport for your flight to Cebu. Upon arrival, our representative will meet and greet you, then you transfer to the hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is free at leisure.

Day 06: Cebu City Tour (B/-/-)Today’s visits include Fort San Pedro, Magellan’s Cross, Colon Street - the oldest street in Cebu and the famous Carbon Market where goods are sold at lowest price. Appreciate Cebu’s rich culture, creatively assimilating foreign influences with local folk sensibilities, as seen in old churches like the Basilica Minore and majestic Taoist Temple. Enjoy scenic beauty, driving through hilly residential areas and colourful gardens of “Beverly Hills”. Short stops for Cebu’s handicrafts, invite shoppers, if time permits at the end of the tour.

Day 07: Cebu - Bohol - Cebu (B/L/-)After breakfast, we transfer to Cebu Pier for the ferry to Bohol. On arrival, our representative will meet and greet, before starting our Bohol countryside tour with Lunch. This excursion showcases the history, culture and nature of the province, as we visit Blood Compact Shrine, Baclayon Church & Museum, the famous “Chocolate Hills”, Bilar Manmade forest, Loboc River cruise and the Tarsier Sanctuary. We return to Cebu later in the day by ferry and transfer to the hotel.

Day 08: Cebu Free Day (B/-/-)Today is totally free to explore! You might like to add an optional tour (extra charges apply) to Oslob to experience the majestic Whale Shark that are residential to the area. This is perfect for travellers of all ages and a magical experience that MUST not be missed.

Day 09: Cebu - Boracay (B/-/-)Leisure time until your departure transfer to Cebu Mactan Inter-national Airport for your flight onto Boracay via Caticlan Airport. On arrival, we assist with a transfer to the hotel for check in.

Day 10: Boracay Island Hopping (B/L/-)Boracay is home to more than a dozen undeveloped beach-es, turquoise waters and colourful coral reefs and perfect for Australian travellers. Boasting a feel similar to Cancun, the Gold Coast or Miami, feast your eyes on the amazing scenery or get a glimpse of the thriving sea life by snorkelling until your heart is content. The boat trip is for 4 hours with astopover at some amazing places in Boracay where you can re-lax and swim the day away in warn tropical weather. Snorkelling gear & Lunch will be provided for you, before your transfer back to the hotel.

Day 11: Depart Boracay (B/-/-)Free time until your departure transfer back to the Airport. De-part Caticlan for your flight back to Australia.

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Tanzania’s Triangle Sky Safari

Highlights of your Luxury Safari • Domestic flights on Tanzania’s northern circuit in Sky

Safari’s executive Grand Caravan 8 Seater• Full board accommodation, all drinks(except premium

drinks) and laundry services • Scheduled game drives and activities (Shared basis in

camp vehicles)• Airport/airstrip transfers on the northern circuit, including

to/from Kilimanjaro International Airport• Drinks include: soft drinks, beer, house wines and select-

ed spirits• The Park Entry Fees included• Extend your stay to Zanzibar at extra cost is available on

request

Day 01: Arrive Arusha Coffee Lodge Day 02: Tarangire National Park Tree topsDay 03: Tarangire National Park Tree topsDay 04: The Manor at NgorongoroDay 05: The Manor at NgorongoroDay 06: Serengeti Pioneer Camp or Migration CampDay 07: Serengeti Pioneer Camp or Migration CampDay 08: Serengeti - Arusha

Included Added ValueArusha Coffee Lodge (time permitting) - Bean-to-Cup Coffee Tour Tarangire Treetops - Visit an authentic Masai village, game walk and night game drive The Manor at Ngorongoro - 30min massage, cycling in the estate and market visit Serengeti Migration Camp / Serengeti Pioneer Camp - Sun-downers in the bush and game walk (Migration Camp only), choice of Lake Manyara National Park to be included.

Inclusions:• All main meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner from

Dinner on Day 1 in Arusha• All drinks (excluding premium drinks such as Cham-

pagne, Cognacs, single malt whiskey etc.)• All transfers to and from the hotels/lodges/camps• All domestic flights in an Exclusive Grand Caravan 8

Seater• All game drives in 4X4 Safari Vehicles with the assistance

of English-speaking driver guides• Bush activities and Bush meals• The Park Entry Fees (given separately, subject to change)



7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYSPrice based on travel in Apr and May 2019, peak season surcharge applies

SerengetiNational Park

Ngorongoro Crater

Tarangire National Park

Arusha

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Flight

1N

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Kenya’s Triangle Sky Safari



7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS

Highlights of your Luxury Safari • Full Board accommodation as per the itinerary from

Dinner on Day 1 in Nairobi• All drinks (except premium drinks)• All transfers to and from the hotels/lodges/camps• All domestic flights in an Exclusive Grand Caravan 8


of English-speaking driver guides• Bush activities and Bush meals• The Park Entry Fees included

Day 01: Arrive Nairobi Hemingways hotelDay 02: Tortilis Luxury Safari Camp Amboseli Day 03: Tortilis Luxury Safari Camp Amboseli Day 04: Elsa’s Kopje Luxury Camp Meru National Park Day 05: Elsa’s Kopje Luxury Camp Meru National Park Day 06: Sand River Luxury Safari Tent Masai Mara Day 07: Sand River Luxury Safari Tent Masai Mara Day 08: Masai Mara-Nairobi

Included Added ValueHemingways Nairobi Hotel - drinks included except Premium drinks Tortilis Camp - Sundowner in the bush, early morning walking safari, bush breakfast Elsa’s Kopje - 30min massage, sundowner in the bush Sand Rivers Masai Mara Camp - Sundowner in the bush and special Farewell dinner

Inclusions:• All main meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner from

Dinner on Day 1 in Nairobi• All drinks (excluding premium drinks such as Cham-

pagne, Cognacs, single malt whiskey etc.)• All transfers to and from the hotels/lodges/camps• All domestic flights in an Exclusive Grand Caravan 8


of English-speaking driver guides• Bush activities and Bush meals• The Park Entry Fees (given separately, subject to change)

Africa & Subcontinent

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National Reserve2N

Lake Nakuru

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Masai Mara National Reserve

AmboseliNational Park

MeruNational Park

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Lake Nakuru

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Langebaan

Stellenbosch

Oudtshoorn

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Tulbagh

Gondwana Game Reserve

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Relatively new to the MW Tours portfolio, our Winelands and Country Roads Self-drive is one of our most popular South African packages. An African Safari is an experience like no other, and we had to restrain ourselves to not include all tours to this largely untouched continent. Driving through the vast landscape of South Africa is a unique and unimitable experience. You will enjoy the most delicious African meals and locally produced wines, while staying in luxurious Deluxe Accommodation and seeing the majestic wildlife. This really is a Signature Tour that you should not miss!

Inclusions:• International return flights to Cape Town• Deluxe Accommodation and daily breakfast • Wine pairing dinner at Mimosa Lodge• Safari Ostrich Farm with lunch in Oudtshoorn• Meerkat Safari & Surval Farm Tour with Olive Tasting• Gondwana Game drives in open Safari Vehicles• Historical Stellenbosch Culinary walk• Car rental base on Hyundai Accent

Cape Town, Langebaan, Tulbagh / Breede River Valley, Montagu, Oudtshoorn, Gondwana Game Reserve & Stellenbosch10 NIGHTS / 12 DAYS



Price based on travel from Apr - Sep 2019, peak season surcharge applies.


from $4,895 per person Departing Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth flying South African Airways or Qantas.

Winelands and Country Roads Self-drive

ITINERARY

Day 01: Arrive Cape Town - Langebaan (B/-/-)Upon arrival and completing entry formalities, collect your rental car and drive towards Langebaan. Langebaan offers everything for the water and sun lover, a long beach, lots of sun, some fabulous restaurants and beach bars. Two nights at Windtown Lagoon Hotel.Travel distance: 135.1 km

Day 02: Langebaan (B/-/-)Enjoy the day at your own pace. If you’re interested in archeology, visit the new Fossil Park just outside of town!

Day 03: Langebaan - Tulbagh / Breede River Valley (B/-/-)Leaving the coastline behind, our journey takes us to the Cape’s unique countryside, with Tulbagh as today’s final destination. After check in at The Tulbagh Boutique Heritage Hotel, take a leisurely walk along Church Street with its fabulous manicured Gardens and interesting small museums. Visit the surrounding wine estates for wine tasting and enjoy a lovely dinner at your hotel. Travel distance: 129.5 km

Day 04: Montagu on Route 62 (B/-/D)Montagu is one of the rock climbing hotspots in South Africa. The various walking trails are equally attractive leading through the stunning nature around the village. Visitors to the Novello Farm can meet a herd of Alpacas, walking through town brings visitors to various art galleries, studios and small craft businesses whilst enjoying the beautiful architecture of old times. A drive through the Breede River Valley leads to various wine estates, offering some of the finest white and red wines of South Africa. Montagu itself is well known for its sweet Muscadel and dried fruit. Dinner consists of fine dining combined with beautiful wines of the region. Over-night stay at Mimosa Lodge.Travel distance: 131.2 km

Day 05: Montagu - Oudtshoorn (B/L/D)Depart from Montagu and drive through the small town of Bar-rydale before continuing to Ladismith. Travel to Calitzdorp, the capital of the local South African Port Wine industry then on to Oudtshoorn, the capital of the Little Karoo and is also known as ostrich capital. Visit Safari Ostrich Farm, where you will enjoy a tour followed by a traditional lunch.Travel distance: 235.1 km

Days 06: Oudtshoorn (B/L/D)Wake up at dawn and drive to Buffelsdrift Game Lodge for your Meerkat Safaris. Witness these incredible wild habituated crea-tures emerging out of their burrows. Enjoy olive tasting at Surval Olive Farm.Travel distance: 10.3 km

Days 07: Oudtshoorn - Gondwana Game Reserve (B/L/D)After a lovely breakfast, make your way to Gondwana Game Reserve near Mossel Bay. Being the only Vynbos reserve with free roaming Big Five - lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo and elephant. Over 300 bird species can be viewed. Guided Safari drives in open 4x4 vehicles take place in the morning and late afternoon. Guests can also walk through the unique fynbos with a ranger or participate in a Horseback Safari. Travel distance: 85.3 km

Day 08: Gondwana Game Reserve (B/L/D)Continue to explore Gondwana Game Reserve and enjoy further Guided or Horseback Safaris.

Day 09: Gondwana - Stellenbosch (B/L/-)Driving through some beautiful heritage villages, cross the scenic mountains. Enjoy magnificent views from False Bay to the Cape of Good Hope. We past Somerset West and arrive at Stellenbosch, the second oldest town of South Africa and now a bustling univer-sity town.Travel distance: 365.8 km

Day 10: Stellenbosch (B/L/-)Enjoy a culinary walk through historical Stellenbosch. You’ll hear delightful stories about the historic places you visit, including a visit to the oldest restored townhouse in the South Africa. Stop for local tea tasting and snacks. There will be a heritage lunch platter featuring some South African favourites.

Day 11: Depart Cape Town (B/-/-)Spend the morning at leisure, before making your way to Cape Town’s Airport, where you drop off your rental car and your journey comes to an end. Travel distance: 50 km

Day 12: Arrive Australia (-/-/-)Arrive home.


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Our Signature Tours are all about enjoying the greatest and most unique, authentic cultural experiences on earth, and the famous Holi Festival definitely fits the criteria. On this colourful tour you will explore the unforgettable Golden Triangle, and wander through one of the most well known landmarks in the world, the Taj Mahal. The most unforgettable day will be the day of Holi! Spending the day with a local host and his friends and family, and experiencing the festival as a local, definitely earns this tour a place in our Signature Collection!


service airlines• Domestic airfare with all taxes• Deluxe accommodation with private facilities• Travel by private air conditioned Coach• Meals as specified• Entrance fees to the monuments• Professional English speaking guide• Tips for guide and driver• Visa fee

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance• Camera and video permits may be required at some sights• Personal expenditures

Colourful Holi Festival Delhi, Agra, Bharatpur, Ranthambore, Jaipur, Jodhpur & Udaipur12 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS



PRICE (SINGLE SUPP)



from $5,295 per personDeparting Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth cities flying Cathay Pacific or Singapore Airlines.


2019: 13/03-26/03

2020: 02/03-15/03

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JaipurAgra

Delhi

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Manali

Mysore

Dharamshala

Mumbai

Darjeeling

Varanasi

KochiAlleppey

Kovalam

Chennai

Panaji

Bhubaneshwar

Ranchi

Dispur

Munnar

Trivandrum

Yala National ParkVivanta

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Coach

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Udaipur

BharatpurAgra

Jaipur

Ranthambore

Delhi 2N

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ITINERARY

Day 01: Depart Australia - Arrive Delhi (-/-/-)Morning flight to Deli. Upon arrival, you will be assisted with a transfer to the hotel.

Day 02: Delhi (B/-/D)After breakfast we enjoy guided sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Begin with Old Delhi as we drive past the renowned 17th Century landmark Lal Qila; the Red Fort Palace to reach Jama Masjid. Visit Jama Masjid; cycle rickshaws on our journey of Chandni Chowk. Visit the Gandhi Memorial before driving past New Delhi, the exterior the Parliament House, the War Memo-rial Arch (India Gate) and the Vice Regal Palace, the official residence of the President of India in New Delhi. Continue your sightseeing with the visit to Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar. Evening enjoy your Welcome Dinner at Chor Bizarre, one of the finest Indian Cuisine restaurants in Delhi offering Kashmiri Cuisine

Day 03: Delhi - Agra (B/-/D)After breakfast travel to Agra. On arrival, check in at the hotel. Af-ternoon tour to Agra Fort. Evening visit Mehtab Bagh garden, the last of eleven Mughal-built gardens along the Yamuna opposite the Taj and the Agra Fort. Stay overnight in Agra.

Day 04: Agra - Bharatpur (B/-/D)Early morning visit Taj Mahal - the epitome of love. Made completely out of marble, this structure and its awe will instil a lasting image in your memory! Later we check-out from your Hotel. Visit Fatehpur Sikri, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site, before arriving in Bharatpur. We then check-in at your new hotel for free time this evening.

Day 05: Bharatpur - Ranthambore (B/-/D)After breakfast visit Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, explore while rid-ing eco-friendly rickshaws, accompanied by a naturalist. Return to the hotel to check-out and thereafter proceed to Rantham-bore National Park - a heaven for Royal Bengal Tiger. Arrive and check-in at hotel.

Day 06: Ranthambore (B/L/D)Wake up early this morning and prepare for your first game drive at 6:00am. A variety of birds including Owls, the ubiqui-tous Langur (monkey), Leopard, Caracal, Hyena, Jackal, Jungle Cat, Marsh Crocodiles, Wild Boar, Bears and various species of Deer are the main attractions. Return to the hotel approximately around 9:30am and have your breakfast. Later enjoy another game drive back to the National Park in afternoon commenc-ing from 2:30pm, for another action packed afternoon, before returning to your hotel in the evening.

Day 07: Ranthambore - Jaipur (B/-/D)Morning drive to Jaipur - the pink city and gateway to the land of Rajputs. Arrive Jaipur and check-in at the hotel. Evening experience to rural India, which celebrates the joys of life with the visit to Amber Vatika. Enjoy your dinner before heading back to your hotel.

Day 08: Jaipur (B/L/D)Today is the main event! Enjoy your day with celebrating Holi! Considered as one of the most respected and celebrated festi-vals of India! Transfer to Narayan Niwas Palace Hotel to enjoy the exhilarating celebrations and be part of an ancient tradition. You are welcomed to a noble’s house in the erstwhile state of Jaipur and taken through the journey filled with live music, dance, drinks and mouth-watering delicacies. Smear colours and splash water on each other, with pichkaries (water guns) and water balloons in the company of the host, his friends and family. Return back to the hotel in the afternoon.

Day 09: Jaipur (B/-/D)Visit Amber Fort with a decorated elephant ride. Photo stop at - The Palace of the Wind. Afternoon enjoy Jaipur City includ-ing City Palace Museum and Jantar Mantar; one of the famed observatories (of the heavens) which provides accurate infor-mation to this day. This evening we visit a local Rajput home to learn authentic Indian cooking with home cooked dinner. After dinner enjoy an interesting session of Heena Painting and Rajas-thani Turban tying.

Day 10: Jaipur - Jodhpur (B/-/D)Morning travel to Jodhpur, while you catch a glimpse of the splendour and magnificence of this ancient desert city built on the edge of the Thar Desert.

Day 11: Jodhpur (B/-/D)After breakfast enjoy a guided tour of Jodhpur, visiting the Mehrangarh Fort (Majestic Fort - one of the most impressive structures in India.), the Fort Museum and Jaswant Thada. Con-tinue to explore the city with a heritage walk passing through the narrow lanes of the blue city. The walk concludes at the famous Clock Tower where the renowned foods from Jodhpur, including “Makhaniya Lassi” (butter milk) and “Mawe ki Kachori” (fried snack stuffed with dry fruit) can be tasted.

Day 12: Jodhpur - Udaipur (B/L/-)After breakfast drive to Udaipur, en route visiting Ranakpur - renowned for its Jain temples with intricately carved marble Pillars and Domes. Afternoon we arrive Udaipur and check-in at your designated Hotel. A Sunset boat ride on Lake Pichola has been organised for you this evening.

Day 13: Udaipur - Depart Delhi (B/-/D)Today we start your sightseeing tour of Udaipur. Visit City Pal-ace Complex & Saheliyon-Ki-Bari and also the Bhartiya Lok Kala Mandir which is an Indian folk art museum. Transfer to Udaipur airport to board flight to Australia via Delhi

Day 14: Arrive Australia (-/-/-)Arrive home in the evening.


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Our Signature Collection includes the greatest festivals on the planet, and this combination of two of India’s iconic and most visually spectacular festivals in one trip should not be missed! Celebrate India’s Festival of Lights - Diwali, and immerse yourself in the annual camel fair during the full moon in the month of November - an event that attracts 5 million people every year! Your will stay in luxurious 4 star accommodation, travel via First Class Sleeper Train, and immerse yourself in to the local culture with the assistance of a professional English speaking guide. Truly a Signature experience.


service airlines• 4* minimum accommodation with daily breakfast• All transfers by air conditioned vehicles • Arrival & Departure assistance • Meals as specified• Entry fees & Monument charges • Professional English speaking guide • Overnight sleeper train ticket for Varanasi - Agra (first

class)• Tipping for guide & driver

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance• Camera and video permits may be required at some

sights• Personal expenditures

Glittering India Diwali and Pushkar Camel Fair Kolkata, Varanasi, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Jaipur, Pushkar & Delhi14 NIGHTS / 16 DAYS



PRICE (SINGLE SUPP)



from $5,785 per personDeparting Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth cities flying Cathay Pacific or Singapore Airlines.


2019: 26/10-10/11

2020: 13/11-28/11

Leh

Mysore

KochiAlleppey

Kovalam

Chennai

Panaji

Munnar

Trivandrum

Yala National ParkVivanta

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Kolkata

Varanasi

Agra

JaipurPushkar

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ITINERARY

Day 01: Depart Australia - Arrive Kolkata (-/-/-)Enjoy morning flight to Kolkata. Our guide will meet you at the arrival lounge, and assist with a transfer to the hotel for check-in.

Day 02: Kolkata (B/L/D)Start your day with a short trip to Howrah Bridge and the neigh-bouring flower market. Continue to Kumartuli (Potters Colony) the unique artisan village that dates back 400 years, making it one of the oldest of its kind in the world. In the afternoon we go to Victoria Memorial. From there, we enjoy a Tonga ride (Victoria Ride), before later heading for Bagh, the heart of old Kolkata. Your visit includes St. John’s Church, the General Post Office, the High Court, the Government House, the Writers’ Building and Paresh-nath Jain Temple. Evening celebrates Diwali annual Festival of Lights (traditional clothes provided). Discover the fascinating aspects of this ancient Hindu holiday, including its traditions and rituals, with a knowledgeable guide.

Day 03: Kolkata - Varanasi (B/L/D)Morning flight to Varanasi. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel and check-in. We then later proceed to visit Sarnath; the place where Lord Buddha preached his first sermon at the deer park after his enlightenment. In the Evening, we witness the Grand prayer (Aarti) ceremony conducted on the ghats of River Ganges.

Day 04: Varanasi (B/L/D)We’re off for a heritage walk and sunrise boat ride on river Ganges this morning. Visit the Banaras Ghat, Assi Ghat to name a few. Later we proceed to one of the oldest living city in the world visiting Alamgir Mosque - 2km south of Varanasi, here the 18th century Durga Temple (Monkey Temple) presides. We then finish the day calling in at Banaras Hindu University before dinner.

Day 05: Varanasi - Agra (B/L/D)You’re free to explore today until your transfer to Varanasi train station for your long journey to Agra, which has a rich historical background, amply evident from the numerous historical monu-ments in and around the city. Overnight on board the train.

Day 06: Agra (B/L/D)Arrive Agra in the morning and we’ll attempt to check-in early (if available). After a hearty hotel breakfast, start your tour with a vis-it the impressive 16th century Agra Fort and continue to the white marble Tomb of I’timād-ud-Daulah. Described as a ‘jewel box’, or the ‘Baby Taj’, the tomb of I’timād-ud-Daulah is often regarded as a draft of the Taj Mahal. A marble inlay workshop is close by for us to witness some inlay work (the same work completed for the Taj Mahal of which its authenticity & tradition has been preserved).

Day 07: Agra (B/-/-)Enjoy sunrise tour to Taj Mahal, the epitome of love which stands on the banks of the river Yamuna, built in the 17th century by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 08: Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Jaipur (B/L/D)Morning we travel towards Jaipur. En-route we visit Fatehpur Sikri, an outstanding example of Mughal architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Arrive Jaipur and check-in at hotel. Enjoy hunting through the colourful and chaotic streets, with some free time, this afternoon.

Day 09: Jaipur (B/L/D)Visit Amber Fort, and on the way stopping for photo opportunities at Hawa Mahal (Wind Palace); The most enthralling experience of Amber Fort is the gaily decorated elephant ride. Tour of Jaipur city with City Palace Museum and Jantar Mantar. This evening you will be transferred to a local family home to learn authentic Indian cooking & dinner. We also experience the art of Heena Painting and Rajasthani Turban tying.

Day 10: Jaipur - Pushkar (B/L/D)Today we drive west to Pushkar, it is very popular worldwide for its famous Puskar Camel Fair, India’s highly rated travel experi-ence, a spectacle attracting more than 5 million people and up to 20,000 camels, cattle and horses. This year we will join the unique Camel Fair which happens each November, at the time of the Kartik Purnima full moon. After our hotel check-in, we proceed & explore this small town famous for its Brahma temple, the Pushkar Lake and the world renowned “Pushkar Fair’ where mass trading of camels takes place.

Day 11: Pushkar (B/L/D)Early morning hike to the hilltop Savitri temple to watch the sun-rise over this holy place. After breakfast, we hop on a decorated camel cart especially waiting for you to wander the Pushkar fair ground, for a day filled with fun and adventure We enjoy sometime shopping like a local, hunting through the lined shops for colourful bangles, hairpins, trinket jewellery, rural household items.

Day 12: Pushkar (B/-/-)Today will be the third day of the week long fair where villagers from far and wide, start coming with their camels and cattle for sale. The beautifully decorated Camels and equally colourfully dressed owners will strike you at first glance. Visit the famous Brahma temple today. In the evening, you will be driven to nearby sand dunes where a traditional India dinner under the moonlit night with folk dance performances, awaits you!

Day 13: Pushkar - Delhi (B/L/D)Take an early morning Balloon ride (optional) for an enchanting aerial view of Pushkar City, followed by your transfer to Ajmer railway station, where we’ll board an express train for our onward journey to Delhi. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and check-in.

Day 14: Delhi (B/L/D)After breakfast we enjoy guided sightseeing tour of Old & New Delhi. Begin with Old Delhi as we drive past the renowned 17th Century landmark Lal Qila; the Red Fort Palace to reach Jama Masjid. Visit Jama Masjid; cycle rickshaws on our journey of Chandni Chowk. Visit the Gandhi Memorial before driving past New Delhi, the exterior the Parliament House, the War Memorial Arch (India Gate) and the Vice Regal Palace, the official residence of the President of India in New Delhi. Continue your sightseeing with the visit to Humayun’s Tomb and Qutub Minar. A light and sound show at Old Fort, is booked for your enjoyment this evening before your dedicated Farewell Dinner at Chor Bizarre.

Day 15: Depart Delhi (B/L/D)After breakfast, free to explore Delhi at your own pace until a transfer to Delhi International Airport to board your overnight flight.

Day 16: Arrive Australia (-/-/-)Arrive home with the memories of a lifetime.



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Lonely Planet’s #1 Destination for 2019 is a beautiful and diverse country, with a rich and vibrant landscape, and charming local people. Sri Lanka is becoming increasingly popular due to its cultural and culinary delights, as well as UNESCO World Heritage Listed Sites and opportunities for wild animal safaris that can rival Africa. This Signature Tour gives you the opportunity to explore this award winning destination while staying in Deluxe Accommodation, exploring the vibrant sights, and fully immersing yourself in the rich culture with the assistance of a professional English speaking guide.


service airlines• Deluxe accommodation with daily breakfast• All transfers by air conditioned vehicles • Local specialty lunch and dinner as per itinerary• Evening entertainment• Professional English speaking guide • Entry fees & Monument charges • Tipping for guide & driver

Exclusions:• Travel Insurance• Sri Lankan Visa • Other meals

The Amazing LankaColombo, Negambo, Habarana, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya & Bentota

12 NIGHTS / 14 DAYS



PRICE (SINGLE SUPP)



from $3,995 per personDeparting Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth cities flying Singapore Airlines.

DEPARTURE DATE: (SURCHARGE FROM $200 PP / $300 PP / $400 PP)

2019: 22/02-07/0329/03-11/0419/04-02/0524/05 -06/0621/06-04/07

26/07-08/0830/08-12/0927/09-10/1025/10-07/1122/11-05/12

2020: 21/02-05/0327/03-09/04

MysoreChennai

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Anuradhapura

Negombo

Polonnaruwa

Kandy

Nuwara EliyaHorton Plains

Bentota

Habarana

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2N

Galle

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1N

ITINERARY

Day 01: Depart Australia - Arrive Colombo (-/-/-)Fly to Colombo. Meet & Greet at the arrival lounge and you will be assisted with a transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is free to explore.

Day 02: Negombo - Habarana (B/-/D)Travel by road to Dambulla. On arrival, visit the World Heritage site of Dambulla Rock Temple dating back to the 1st century BC. It is the largest and best-preserved cave complex in Sri Lanka with over 80 documented caves in the surrounding areas.

Day 03: Anuradhapura Excursion (B/-/D)Anuradhapura - a UNESCO World Heritage site was the first capital. Its antiquity is equal to any of the ancient ‘buried’ cities in the world. The 2,200 years old tree - the ‘Sri Maha Bodhi’, the island’s oldest Buddhist shrines, impressive white ‘dagabas’ (relic chambers) - monuments embellished with stone carvings, a superb irrigation system and canals are the main attractions of Anuradhapura.

Day 04: Polonnaruwa & Wildlife (B/-/D)After breakfast enjoy a visit to Polonnaruwa, another ancient capital of Sri Lanka and a World Heritage site. Join a wildlife jeep safari at Minneriya National Park and witness wild elephants, deer, sambur and sloth bears.

Day 05: Habarana - Kandy (B/-/D)Travel to Kandy, en route visiting a very popular site in Sigiriya of Lion Rock. There is no wonder, this fortress, being from the 5th century, was featured in the 2018 season of Travel Guides TV show (Channel 9). Later visit the spice garden at Matale to see varieties of spice plantation and shop the locally grown sou-venirs. In the evening indulge yourself with a Kandyan cultural performance.

Day 06: Elephant Orphanage (B/-/D)After breakfast, we enjoy an excursion to Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawela. We ensure we get there at the best time to view feeding time and bathing in the river. We then indulge, with a sightseeing tour of Kandy, including: Arts and Craft workshops, Batik Manufactures and the much-revered ‘Temple of the Tooth’ relic of Lord Buddha.

Day 07: Kandy (B/-/D)After breakfast your day is free to explore the town or simply relax in the hotels facilities.

Day 08: Kandy - Nuwara Eliya (B/-/D)After breakfast we leave for Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens before travelling to Nuwara Eliya, the ‘Little England’ of Sri Lanka. Nuwara Eliya is set against beautiful backdrops of mountains, valleys, waterfalls and tea plantations. We take you to one of those tea plantations to witness the complete process of turn-ing the raw green leaf into the finished product.

Day 09: Trek to the World’s End (B/-/D)Off to Horton Plains National Park this morning, a UNESCO World Heritage site and trekking paradise. Two escarpments - “World’s End” and “Little World’s End” canyons that fall 1,000 feet and 3700 feet respectively, the land below and the Baker’s fall are places you MUST visit.

Day 10: Nuwara Eliya - Bentota (B/-/-)Travel to Bentota, a small town on the south western coastal belt, where the beaches boast a dazzling combination of sun, sea and sand. The resorts in this area are simply gorgeous! Enjoy and immerse yourself in the serenity of the area. The afternoon is free for you to relax and enjoy.

Day 11: Galle Excursion (B/L/-)After breakfast enjoys an excursion to Galle - the most ancient and important harbour of the country from yester year. There is an obvious Dutch influence in this town due to early settle-ments. Explore the bazaar for local hand-crafted souvenirs before returning to Bentota.

Day 12: Bentota - Colombo (B/L/-)Visit a Turtle Hatchery at Kosgoda operated by the Wildlife Protection Society of Sri Lanka. You can join an optional (extra charges apply) safari on the Madu River to experience its unique ecosystem and beauty. Transfer to Colombo.

Day 13: Depart Colombo (B/-/D)Vibrant, bustling and colourful Colombo, offers a stunning con-trast to the rest of the country. Visit the famous Pettah bazaar, Hindu and Buddhist temples such as the Gangarama and Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil, and some of the city’s residential areas such as Cinnamon Gardens, where you can find prestigious landmarks of the Prime Minister’s Office, In-dependence Hall, Colombo Town Hall and the National Museum as well as the stately homes of the affluent. Later transfer to Colombo international airport for your flight home.

Day 14: Arrive Australia (-/-/-)Arrive home in the evening.

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you will have agreed to accept the Terms & Conditions. Please read it carefully before you

make a booking as they incorporate the basis upon which bookings are accepted by MW Tours

and it is important to you. Please note all the bookings are subject to availability at the time of

reservation.

6 RESERVATION AND DEPOSITAll services are subject to availability of tour, airline availability. Prices may differ once airfare is

sold out. A non-refundable $400 per person is required at the time of booking along with a com-

pleted tour booking form and accompanying passenger names must be provided exactly as per

passport (a copy is to be provided), including middle names, at the time of booking. Receipt of

a deposit will be taken as an understanding by MW Tours that customers has read and agreed

to be bound by the terms and conditions in this brochure. Any spelling corrections made after a

deposit is paid must be sent in writing and will incur additional fees, including any ticket reissue

fees. MW Tours reserves the right to correct any errors in rates quoted or calculated, or any

omissions made at any time during your booking. Any verbal quote given is an indication only of

the final price and is subject to confirmation in writing.

7 RECEIPT OF DEPOSITBy sending a deposit the client agrees to be bound by the terms, conditions and responsibilities

set forth in this brochure. The client also agrees that:

• All persons are fit and physically able to partake, unaided, in their chosen tour as per the

itinerary outlined in the Tour description.

• All persons travelling on a Private or Tailor-Made Tour are fit and physically able to partake,

unaided, in their chosen itinerary.

• All parties acknowledge the physical demands and hazards involved in the tour they will be

undertaking and have chosen to participate at their own risk.

• All parties understand that any medical or dietary information provided to MW Tours does not,

under any circumstances, make MW Tours liable if a particular condition exacerbates while on

tour or affects their ability to participate in any portion of the tour.

8 BALANCE OF PAYMENTBalance of payment must be received no later than 60 days prior to date of departure. Price

shown are for payment by cash. An additional surcharge will be applied to the dollar amount

paid by credit card or charge card. We reserve the right to cancel the booking without receiving

full payment on due day and to apply the appropriate cancellation charges.

9 LATE BOOKINGSPayment must be made in full immediately after the company confirms that it is holding

space. If payment is not so made, MW Tours shall reserve the right to cancel the booking at

its discretion. The bookings may also incur additional fees including any applicable urgent visa

processing fees. Any visa applications for bookings made less than 30 days prior to departure,

customers are responsible for applying for their own visas.

10 AMENDMENT & BOOKING FEESThe following fees will apply:

Land-Only Amendments, to confirmed and deposited itineraries outside of 30 days prior to

departure where the value of the booking is decreased - $150 per person, per change (a change

to the booking that increases the value will incur no fee)

Transferring between tours (within 75 days) - See ‘Cancellation by Customer’ for applicable fees

and details for cancelling the original tour. An amendment fee would then apply to transfer to

the new booking plus any difference applicable between the 2 tour bookings.

Reissue of airline tickets - From $100 per person (other fees may apply)

Once a booking is confirmed, name transfers may incur additional charges.

11 CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMERAll Cancellation must be made in writing to MW Tours and will be subject to the following

cancellation charges from the date the written notice is received.

• More than 60 days prior to departure, loss of deposit.

• 59-50 days prior to departure: forfeit 25% of total tour cost.

• 49-40 days prior to departure, forfeit 50% of total tour cost.

• 39-30 days prior to departure, forfeit 80% of total tour cost.

• 30 days prior to departure, forfeit 100% total tour cost.

In the event of a cancellation any refunds will be less administration fees and any applicable

amendment fees passed on by any supplier or airline. MW Tours will endeavour to recover as

much as possible from suppliers to pass on to the customer. Regrettably cancellation charges

and fees cannot be waived. There can be no exceptions. No refund will be made for any unused

portions of the holiday after the departure date. Please note that employees of any overseas

company or staff of MW Tours outside Australia are not authorised to give any guarantees or

agreements to customers in respect of refunds or any other matters. Additionally, employees

or staff of MW Tours are not authorised to give any guarantees, agreements or amendments to

customers in respect of refunds or any other matters outside of these terms and conditions.

12 CANCELLATION BY MW TOURSMW Tours reserves the right to cancel or vary a tour prior to departure due to insufficient num-

bers. In such an event, alternative guaranteed travel dates will be offered. Should these options

not be acceptable MW Tours will refund the full price paid, less visa cost. If a tour is cancelled

or varied prior to departure due to unforeseeable circumstances such as, but not restricted to,

severe weather conditions or force majeure, MW Tours will refund all monies prior to departure

less visa cost, fuel surcharge and any other cancellation fees levied by airlines and other third

parties. Unforeseeable circumstances such as force majeure, adverse weather, flight resched-

uling, hotel overbooking and faults with transportation or road conditions may also have an

effect on the tour itinerary after the commencement date. Any decision made in respect of tour

services by independent operators to re-route or amend the itinerary due to any of the above or

similar circumstances is at the discretion of the tour service provider and MW Tours shall not be

liable for any claim whatsoever arising from such events.

13 REFUSAL OF CARRIAGEMW Tours, and their applicable suppliers and ground operators, retain the right to remove

customers from our group tours for reasons that impact on the enjoyment or safety of other

tour members, such as, but not limited to, the physical, medical or mental inability of customers

to undertake the arrangements of the tour, unsocial or unruly behaviour, or the carriage of

prohibited substances and materials.

14 HOTEL DESCRIPTIONS, MAPS & PICTURESHotel descriptions featured in this brochure are based on current hotel guides provided by sup-

pliers and contractual agreements. Any facilities described are subject to change at any time.

Maps and photographs are included for general information only and may not necessarily reflect

actual routings, location or services. MW Tours has made reasonable enquiries to verify that the

descriptions and details are accurate but does not warrant that they are.

15 TRAVEL INSURANCE

There is no insurance coverage for all our tours. It is strongly recommended that all customers

travelling with MW Tours are adequately covered by insurance for the duration of their travel

arrangements no later than when final balance is paid. MW Tours cannot in any way be made

liable for any additional cost incurred by the customer on any tour. We offer 20% discount on

insurance policy to all travellers who booked our tour package.

16 HEALTH REQUIREMENTSAll customers are required to familiarise themselves with any health requirements specific to the

countries being visited. Any pre-existing health conditions must be discussed with your doctor

who can confirm your suitability to travel on your chosen tour. The ‘pace’ guide of each tour is

outlined in our brochures (easy, moderate & active), on our website and also in the Tour descrip-

tion. If you or any member of your party has any medical conditions, dietary requirement/food

allergy, or disability, which may affect you while travelling, you must provide us with full details

in writing prior to making your booking so that we can assist you in considering the suitability

of your arrangements. You must also promptly advise us if there are any changes to your health

that may affect your holiday after your booking has been confirmed. In the best interests of

yourself and of your tour group, MW Tours reserves the right to prevent you from further partic-

ipation on a tour if a physical or psychological condition presents itself that significantly affects

the enjoyment or wellbeing of yourself or the rest of your group. MW Tours will not be liable to

refund any part of the price of the tour paid by you, or on your behalf, which you have not used.

You will be responsible for making alternative arrangements to accommodate any medical or

dietary condition. The information provided does not, under any circumstances, make MW Tours

liable if your condition exacerbates or affects your ability to participate in any portion of the tour.

Your medical and dietary information is collected so that we may process your booking. Your

medical and dietary information will be provided to our suppliers and partners overseas for the

sole purpose of endeavouring to accommodate your condition where possible.

We accept no responsibility for any disease or infection which you may become infected as a

result of your tour. Please check with your doctor for the vaccination if required. MW Tours will

not and do not provide medical advise and refer all enquiries to health care professionals.

17 TRAVEL DOCUMENTS & VISA PROCESSINGA passport with a minimum of 6 months validity is required for customers travelling to all

countries in our tour itineraries. Visas may be required for some of the destinations we sell,

passengers should familiarise themselves with any visa requirements that may be applicable

in the areas they intend visiting. MW Tours does not accept any responsibility for passport

and visa requirements and clients should be responsible for all entries, exits, health and other

documents required by law.

MW Tours does not assist in the process or issuance of visas. MW Tours cannot guarantee that

any visa fee, published on any company documents, website or brochure is up to date or correct,

at the time of print. MW Tours encourage all passengers to contact the relevant authorities and

accepts no responsibility if a visa application is refused. Any cancellation fees or other expenses

incurred, by the customer, due to the refusal of a visa, will be entirely the customer’s liability.

18 CONSULAR ADVICEWe strongly recommend that you familiarise yourself with the latest Government Consular

advice and information. We also recommend that you review information provided by the

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade prior to making your booking by calling 1300

555 135, or by visiting their website www.dfat.gov.au for the latest information.

19 SINGLE TRAVELLERSWhen booking for Single travellers, a Single Supplements may apply to your booking. Single trav-

ellers have the option to travel on a ‘willing to share’ basis. MW Tours will endeavour to match

‘willing to share’ travellers of the same gender booked on the same departure. In the event that

we are unable to confirm a share partner, MW Tours will confirm a single room in all accommo-

dation and charge the Single Supplement fee applicable for the tour they are booked on.

20 TIPPINGLocal tipping is customary in Asia. MW Tours provides the option to include or exclude tipping

on all tours. It is the responsibility of the traveller to advise which option they will take prior to

deposit being made. If pre-purchasing your, we will make arrangements with our suppliers and

ground operators to pay locally to the Tour Guide in their local currency, who then distributes

it daily to service providers on your behalf. This avoids the need for you to consider individual

tipping situations daily throughout your trip.

The amount payable for each tour varies and will be shown in the price guide, however is subject

to change at any time, without notice.

21 SHOPPINGShopping can be an entertaining and pleasurable experience in Asia in either local markets

or government stores. MW Tours and its suppliers and ground operators are not qualified nor

permitted to ensure or guarantee the quality or value of any goods purchased or the suitability

of any retail shops visited. It is entirely at our customers own risk at all times in all cases. The

customer must accept responsibility for their decision regarding the good’s value, as well as the

risk and process of credit card purchases and/or shipping charges.

22 TRANSPORTATIONCustomers travelling on any MW Tours product acknowledge that they travel at their own risk.

Travelling on vehicles without seatbelts may occur. Seatbelts may not be compulsory by law in

some destinations featured by our company and therefore the locals may choose not to wear

them. For this reason, local operators may or may not have seatbelts in vehicles or they may be

hidden underneath protective seat covers. It is recommended that where seatbelts are available

customers must use them and remain seated at all times while the vehicle is moving. As such,

customers warrant that they shall not make any claim howsoever arising from injury or damage

in respect of, arising from or contributed to by the absence of seatbelts and hereby release MW

Tours from all such claims.

23 AIRLINESAirlines featured in any brochures do not by virtue of their endorsement represent themselves

either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from MW Tours, or as having any legal

relationship with such a purchaser. Frequent flyer miles may not be accrued on some packaged

fares. Pre-flight seat allocation is not available. For details, contact our office. Schedule changes

or flight cancellations are subject to the airlines policy and are outside MW Tours control.

The free checked baggage allowance for economy class passengers is normally 23-30KG per

person to Asia in accordance with international airline regulations. Some airlines have increased

luggage allowance. Please refer to your Air Ticket copy for the actual luggage allowance. Any

excess baggage charges will be at own cost of each and every passenger.

Airline schedules from different cities vary so travellers from some cities may need to make their

own way to another capital city to join the tour or may require pre- or post-tour accommodation,

a stopover or have a lengthy transit en-route to their destination. Any cost for accommodation,

transportation or meals incurred will be at the passengers’ own expense. Our reservations team

can assist with any of these additional services.

24 AIRLINE FUEL LEVY SURCHARGEAirlines servicing flights to Asia may charge a fuel levy surcharge, on top of the normal airline

ticket price, in order to cover the increased cost of aviation fuel. As fuel prices have fluctuated,

so too has the amount airlines charge for this levy. At the time of pricing, some airline fuel

surcharges are included in the cost of the fare; however, this amount is subject to change until

your airline ticket is issued.

25 COMPLAINTS escalation policy & CLAIMSMW Tours do everything possible to make your trip with us an enjoyable one. We also ensure

that we deal with complaints effectively and efficiently. Should you not be satisfied at any time,

you hereby agree to inform our local guide or other service provider on the spot immediately

so that they can promptly resolved the problem. If this is not possible and you wish to lodge

a complaint or claim this must be done in writing to MW Tours in Brisbane (or by email to

[email protected]) within 30 days of the date of the completion of your MW

Tours arrangements. Relevant receipts and substantiating evidence must be attached to the

letter of claim.

We are committed to being accessible and responsive to all people who approach us with

feedback or complaints. At the same time our success depends on:

• Our ability to do our work and perform our functions in the most effective and efficient way

possible

• The health, safety and security of our staff, and

• Our ability to allocate our resources fairly across all the complaints we receive.

A copy of our complaints escalation policy is available upon request.

26 PRIVACYWe are collecting your personal information so that we can process your booking. We will also

keep you up to date with other MW Tours offers and product information that may be of interest

to you if you have consented to this. You can opt out of receiving information at any time if you

choose to do so.

27 LAW OF CONTRACTThis contract is governed by the laws of the state of Queensland and any legal action arising

therefrom shall be litigated only in the appropriate court in that state having jurisdiction in that

claim.

THE GREAT VALUE TOURS TO ASIA AND BEYOND

www.mwtours.com.au

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Signature THE COLLECTION - MW Tours · Signature Discounts! Generally suitable for anyone to join with shorter duration and a slower pace for your enjoyment. Tour may include longer