2 FOR 1 WONDERS OF THE MED - From $9699 For 2 people
- Return international full-service flights for 2 people
- 7-night MSC Mediterranean cruise
- 8 nights hotel accommodation
- Enjoy 28 meals including all meals while cruising
TRAVEL PERIOD: 31 Jan - 20 Mar 2024
Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Then book the 2-for-1 Wonders of the Med tour, where you'll discover the most breathtaking sights of the Mediterranean coast.
Your journey will begin with return international full-service flights for two people, taking you to some of the most fascinating cities in Europe, including Barcelona, Nice, Florence, Rome, and more. You'll also enjoy eight nights of premium and quality hotel accommodation, where you can relax and unwind after a day of exploring.
The highlight of this tour is a seven-night MSC Mediterranean cruise aboard the fabulous 4-star 'MSC Fantasia' ship, where both of you will get to experience the best of the Mediterranean coast of Italy, France, Spain, and Monaco. During the cruise you'll enjoy all meals, so you can indulge in the delicious cuisine onboard.
Your adventure will take you to some of the most iconic cities in the world, including the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona, where you'll marvel at the stunning architecture of La Sagrada Familia and explore the Gothic Quarter. You'll also visit the charming and colourful city of Genoa, the stunning UNESCO town of Porto Venere in the Gulf of the Poets, and the medieval city of Lucca in Tuscany.
But that's not all. You'll also get to discover the ancient wonders of Rome on a half-day guided tour, admire the beauty of Florence on a half-day guided tour, and explore the exuberant port city of Marseille. You'll even get to see the famous Mediterranean Island of Palma de Mallorca and stop in Naples, a gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, and Capri.
Don't miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to discover the wonders of the Mediterranean coast. Book now and experience the adventure of a lifetime with TWAC!
2 FOR 1 WONDERS OF THE MED
- Discover the best of the Mediterranean coast of Italy, France, Spain & Monaco
- Visit Barcelona, Nice, Monaco, Florence, Rome and more
- Marvel at the sights of Barcelona on a guided tour
- Explore the UNESCO listed city of Arles in Provence
- Discover Monaco, home to the Formula 1 Grand Prix
- Stop in beautiful Nice in the south of France
- Witness the beautiful French and Italian rivieras
- Stay in the charming and colourful city of Genoa
- Explore the stunning UNESCO town of Porto Venere in the Gulf of the Poets
- Visit the medieval city of Lucca in Tuscany
- Admire the beautiful city of Florence on a half-day guided tour
- Explore the ancient wonders of Rome on a half day guided tour
- Discover the Eternal city of Rome at leisure
- Dock in La Spezia, gateway of the impressive National Park of Cinque Terre
- Dock in Naples, gateway of the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii and Capri
- See the famous Mediterranean Island of Palma de Mallorca
- Admire the cosmopolitan city of Barcelona, home to iconic La Sagrada Familia
- Discover the exuberant port city of Marseille
FLIGHTS
- Return international full-service flights (economy class), departure city surcharges may apply
CRUISE
- 7-night MSC cruise through the Mediterranean
- Sail aboard the fabulous 4-star 'MSC Fantasia' ship
ACCOMMODATION
- 8 nights of 3-4 star hotel accommodation
DINING
- Enjoy 28 meals including all meals while cruising
TOUR ESSENTIALS
- Parking and toll fees
- City taxes
- English-speaking tour leader and guide
- Airline and cruise taxes and surcharges
- Guide earphones (guided tours only)
TRANSPORT
- Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles
TRANSFERS
- Return airport and port transfers
UPGRADES AVAILABLE
- Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
- Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
- Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location. (See checkout for details)
- Guaranteed Airline: Fly with a guaranteed airline. (See checkout for details)
- Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class (see checkout for details)
Day 1 Australia (or New Zealand) - Barcelona, Spain
Day 2 Welcome to Barcelona, Spain
Day 3 Barcelona City Tour
Day 4 Barcelona, Spain - Arles, France
Day 5 Arles - Nice - Monaco - Genoa, Italy
Day 6 Genoa - Begin 7 Night MSC Mediterranean Cruise
Day 7 La Spezia (Cinque Terre), Italy
Day 8 Naples, (Pompeii and Amalfi Coast), Italy
Day 9 Cruising
Day 10 Palma de Mallorca, Balearic Islands, Spain
Day 11 Barcelona, Spain
Day 12 Marseille, France
Day 13 Genoa, Italy - Arrive at 9:00 - Porto Venere - Lucca - Florence
Day 14 Florence City Tour
Day 15 Florence - Rome
Day 16 Rome City Tour
Day 17 Rome, Italy - Australia (or New Zealand)
Day 18 Arrive Australia (or New Zealand)
This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 20th March 2024.
This travel offer is priced for 2 people based on twin share.
Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers a full-price voucher must be purchased.
Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.
Departure Dates
2024January: *31
February: 14, 21, 28
March: *6, *13, ^20
Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.
Surcharges
Please note:
• Dates/months with a * incur a high season surcharge of $450 per person.
• Dates/months with a ^ incur a high season surcharge of $650 per person.
Departure Cities
Sydney, Melbourne, *Brisbane, *Adelaide, Perth, *Auckland
Departure City Surcharges
*Brisbane: $200 per person
*Adelaide: $500 per person
*Auckland: $800 per person
Full-Service Airline(s) Used
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Airlines: Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Swiss, Lufthansa, China Eastern Airlines and partners (subject to availability).
Please note: TWAC cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation.
Missed Flights
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you will miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements.
Guaranteed Airline Surcharge
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Singapore Airlines: $400 per person
• Emirates: $400 per person
• Qatar Airways: $400 per person
Please note:
• Guaranteed airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased guaranteed airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the guaranteed airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Guaranteed airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners.Arrive Early Options
Barcelona, Spain: $300 per person, subject to availability
High season dates range up to $700 per person, subject to availabilityPlease note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• Arrivals before your selected departure date can only be booked up to one month before check-in. Should you wish to arrive earlier, please contact TripADeal to request availability. *Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
1st December 2023 - 9th February 2024
18th March 2024 - 30th April 2024Stay Behind Options
Rome, Italy: $300 per person, subject to availability
High season dates range up to $700 per person, subject to availabilityPlease note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact TripADeal to request availability. *Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
1st December 2023 - 9th February 2024
18th March 2024 - 30th April 2024Stopover Packages
* Doha
Twin share: $1000 per person/one way
Solo Traveller: $1500 one way
* Dubai
Twin share: $1000 per person/one way
Solo Traveller: $1500 one way
* Singapore
Twin share: $1200 per person/one way
Solo Traveller: $1800 one way
Includes:
• 2 nights in 4-star accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers
Please note:
• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.
• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.
• Stopover packages are subject to availability.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased guaranteed airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the guaranteed airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
• A stopover is not available during the following dates:
Singapore Taylor Swift Concert: 01 - 10 March 2024
Singapore Grand Prix: 20-22 September 2024
Doha Grand Prix: October 2024
Doha MotoGP: November 2024
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (for Dubai): November 2024
Please note: exact dates for 2024 are yet to be confirmed.Flight Class Upgrades
Business or Premium Economy Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed; subject to aircraft configuration.
- Visa fees and requirements
- Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer
- Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
- Optional gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
MSC Fantasia Ship
MSC Fantasia is stylish and eco-friendly, balancing warmth and comfort with cutting-edge design. At its heart you’ll find a real stone piazza complete with an espresso bar serving freshly-baked pastries and authentic gelati, making it the perfect place to take a moment away from bargain hunting in the chic boutiques and duty-free shop nearby.
Entertainment & Leisure
The varied entertainment on board MSC Fantasia includes live music, the opulent Casinò delle Palme, panoramic Liquid Disco and futuristic L’Avanguardia theatre, and for those with a taste for adventure, a thrilling MSC Formula Racer simulator and 4D Cinema.
Fitness & Relaxation
There’s a wide range of sports facilities, from tennis, basketball, mini-golf, jogging track and gym to an elegant pool complex. The Top 18 sun deck and the MSC Aurea Spa offer peace and pampering, and there are dedicated areas for kids and teens.
Restaurants & Buffet
The restaurants offer unforgettable dining experiences, from the grand Il Cerchio d’Oro and the intimate Red Velvet with its real Murano glass chandeliers to Butcher's Cut, not forgetting L'Etoile, dedicated to our MSC Yacht Club guests.
Bars & LoungesEnjoy the metropolitan atmosphere of our themed lounge bars, including a piano bar, jazz bar and sports bar with video games and live event screenings. On top of all this, our MSC Yacht Club guests can enjoy the panoramic views in the Top Sail Lounge.
Cabins/Staterooms
Inside- Surface approx 17 m2, deck 5-13
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area and hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Ocean View
- Surface approx 18-21 m2, deck 5-13
- Window with sea view
- Relaxing armchair
- Bathroom with shower, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Balcony
- Surface approx 19-20 m2, balcony approx 4-6 m2
- Sitting area with sofa
- Bathroom with shower or bathtub, vanity area with hairdryer
- Comfortable double or single beds (on request)
- Interactive TV, telephone, Wifi connection available (for a fee), safe and minibar
Accommodation Used:
3-4 Star Properties (self-rated)
- Barcelona: Rafael Hotel Badalona or similar
- Nimes, Provence Area: Ville Active Hotel or similar
- Genoa: Novotel Genova City or similar
- Florence Area: Art Hotel Museo, Prato or similar
- Rome: American Palace Hotel or similar
4 Star (self-rated) Cruise: 'MSC Fantasia’
Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.
Extra Nights
Not available at check-out.
Please note: If you are interested in booking additional nights of accommodation pre or post-tour, please wait until you receive your travel documentation approximately 4-6 weeks before departure for the confirmed list of hotels. If booking your own additional accommodation directly with the hotel, please be aware that you may be required to change rooms at the start/end of your tour.
Maximum Room Capacity
2 people
Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for Children 12 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.
Triple Share
Not available
Bedding Configuration
Double or twin (subject to availability).
Minimum group size 20, maximum group size 36 per vehicle.
Optional Tours/Activities
• Some tours or shore excursions require minimum numbers to operate.
• Shore excursions can be booked/reserved directly with the cruise line before travel (subject to availability)
• Shore excursions can also be booked whilst onboard (subject to availability).
• Shore excursion programmes and itineraries may vary depending on local conditions and/or any unforeseen events concerning the timing on the day of the tour. Some excursions are very popular, and therefore availability cannot always be guaranteed, it is advisable to book in advance to avoid disappointment.
- Visa fees and requirements
- Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer
- Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
- Gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
A tourist visa is not required for Europe for stays up to 90 days if travelling on an Australian passport.
Important:
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules may have changed since Covid-19. Some countries and airlines may require you to obtain an additional visa before arrival. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination you're entering.
Please note:
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for Visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.
Voluntary Changes
Includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.
• Changes - $100.00 per booking + additional charges from the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
Name Changes Due To Passenger Error
• If the incorrect name has been advised to TWAC, charges of $100.00 per booking + any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.
Supplier Fees
In the event the Travel Offer you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the Travel Offer due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. TWAC has committed to these costs as your Agent and will endeavour to recover all funds committed and/or paid for your Travel Offer, but this may not be possible in all circumstances. If refunds are unavailable from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. If TWAC cannot obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee. This fee is not revenue-raising and is paid to or withheld by our suppliers when recovering payments.
Although you should read all of the terms and conditions, the following is a summary of the most important:
- Our travel package is non-refundable, however you will receive a travel credit to be applied to our travel services.
- You, as our client, agree to check all documentation immediately for errors. Travel With A Cause (TWAC) does not take responsibility for incorrect dates or names supplied.
- Prices, including, in some cases, of confirmed bookings, may be subject to change.
- Some confirmed bookings are non-refundable if cancelled by you and it is your responsibility to check if this applies.
- We will be entitled to retain our service fees even if a booking is cancelled or does not proceed for any reason which is not our fault.
- It is your responsibility to make yourself aware of all information relevant to your travel plans, including but not limited to visa requirements and health precautions.
- There may be some additional fees or other incentives from Suppliers.
- We are not liable for the recent updates of any published Supplier content including websites and brochures
CANCELLATION POLICY
Tour packages are non-refundable. If your tour package is affected by Covid-19 related travel restrictions and you are unable to travel, you will receive either a free date change (credit that is specific to your original package and purchase value) or an open credit less any non-recoverable supplier fees to the value of your original purchase for use on any other tour or package available via the TWAC website.
Please note: Date change credits are subject to availability and not guaranteed until confirmed by TWAC, not the tour operator you are due to stay with.
We recommend you consider purchasing travel insurance with Covid-19 protection. The standard cancellation policy will apply if you cannot travel because you have tested positive for Covid-19.
Please note: All additional charges are payable in AUD (unless otherwise stated).
