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Travelrite International, 2GB and 4BC
invite you to join us on the 2019
Queen Mary 2
T R A N SAT L A N T I C
New York to London & Paris
F U L LY E S C O RT E D LU X U RY C RU I S E
with 2GB and 4BC’s Chris Smith
3 July to 20 July, 2019
Great fun
and luxury on
Queen Mary 2
NEWS TALK
T R A N SAT L A N T I C
New York to London & Paris
F U L LY E S C O RT E D LU X U RY C RU I S E
The Queen Mary 2 cruise will be a wonderful opportunity to cruise from New York
City to London and then to travel by train to Paris. The cruise is fully escorted and
includes sightseeing tours at each port of call. Also included are special activities for
members of the group. We hope that you can join us!
This fantastic cruise gives you the chance to
visit four great destinations on the one holiday!
New York, New York!
Home of Wall Street and Broadway. The most exciting city in the USA!
We stay right in the heart of Manhattan and will see the highlights
of this fabulous city including the Empire State Building, Statue of
Liberty, Little Italy, Chinatown, 5th Avenue and so much more.
The Queen Mary 2
Follows in the glamorous traditions of the great Cunard Queen Ocean
liners of the 1920’s & 1930s travelling between New York and England.
The Transatlantic crossing is a wonderful relaxing cruise, with our
included private group activities and the daily Cunard program you
will be well entertained.
London, the exciting capital of England
Home to the theatre districts of the West End, Westminster Abbey,
Big Ben, The Tower of London, Harrods, fabulous shopping, countless
museums, superlative art galleries and much more.
Paris, ‘city of light’ and the capital of France
Home of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Notre Dame, the famous
Champs Elysees and the romantic Seine River. We have three nights
in this magical city.
Queen Mary 2
The Queen Mary 2 is sleek and contemporary with the most advanced technological features and
luxurious appointments. The Queen Mary 2 continues the heritage of cruising of the 1930s and the
great Queen Mary, Queen Elizabeth, and Queen Elizabeth 2. The great traditions of fine service,
food and entertainment continue better than ever. Enjoy the facilities of the gourmet restaurants,
swimming pools, the casino, theatres, the cinema, computer and internet access, the Health and Spa
Club, seven bars and much more. Take part in the multitude of daily activities that include numerous
lectures on an array of topics, the regular musical performances, ship sports and much more.
A voyage on the Queen Mary 2 is an exceptional experience to be savoured and remembered.
DAY 11 Saturday 13 July 2019 At sea
with Chris Smith With so many activities to choose from, why not take in a movie, or have a
Line Dancing lesson?
Chris Smith has worked in news and current affairs on DAY 12 Sunday 14 July 2019 London, UK
radio and TV nationally and internationally for more than This morning we arrive in Southampton. After breakfast, we disembark the
35 years. He has won several awards for reporting and Queen Mary 2 and are met by our private coach for our transfer to London.
broadcasting excellence. Currently his Afternoon Show On the way to London we will stop at Windsor castle, venue for the most
outrates all stations in Sydney at this time of day, while he recent Royal wedding. We will have a tour of Windsor Castle and free time
juggles TV appearances on Channel 7’s Sunrise. He is an to explore the town. After lunch we continue onto London where we have
active host of charity events. His focus on-air is breaking an overview sightseeing tour of the city before we transfer to our hotel. We
news, but after 17 years hosting his program, he also will see Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, St Paul’s Cathedral
and more. During our stay in London the Tour Manager will meet those
knows how to entertain and have fun. He looks forward to
wishing to dine with the group to go to a nearby restaurant for dinner.
meeting you and sharing an incredible journey.
DAY 13 Monday 15 July 2019 London
A free day to explore London. Visit some of the many sites in this historic
city or enjoy shopping in some of the world’s best stores. This evening
enjoy a traditional pub meal, dine in one of the many fine restaurants in the
DAY 1 Wednesday 3 July 2019 Depart Australia/ New York, USA city or perhaps take in a West End show.
Today we depart Australia on our flight to New York. As we cross the DAY 14 Tuesday 16 July 2019 Paris, France
international dateline we arrive in the early evening on the same day we Today we transfer to St Pancras Station to board the Eurostar train to travel
departed Australia. On arrival we are transferred to our centrally located through the “Chunnel” to Paris. On arrival into Paris we have a sightseeing
New York hotel in downtown Manhattan. During our time in New York the tour of this fascinating city. We will see the Eiffel Tower, the Champs Elysees
Tour Manager will assist those interested in booking tickets to Broadway and the Arc de Triomphe. We are then transferred to our hotel with the rest
shows. Join us for an included welcome dinner hosted by Chris Smith. of the day free.
DAY 2 Thursday 4 July 2019 New York DAY 15 Wednesday 17 July 2019 Paris
Today is Independence Day. We have a sightseeing tour of New York City Today we experience the thrill of climbing the Eiffel Tower. We start with a
and join in the celebrations. We will see the major sites of the city including river cruise along the Seine River, a relaxing way to see the sights of Paris
the Empire State Building, Wall Street, the Rockefeller Centre, Fifth Avenue, from a different angle. The cruise concludes at the Eiffel Tower where we
Times Square and much more. We will also visit Ground Zero, once the will enjoy lunch at the 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant on level 1. You will enjoy
site of the World Trade Centre. The afternoon is free for sightseeing. A spectacular views from this iconic landmark.
walk up 5th Avenue or along the famous Highline Park is an unforgettable
experience! DAY 16 Thursday 18 July 2019 Paris
Today we travel into the French countryside to the small village of Giverney.
DAY 3 Friday 5 July 2019 New York We visit the villa and famous gardens of the Impressionist painter Claude
This morning we travel by boat out to the famous Statue of Liberty. A gift Monet. We will see the lake with its water lilies so beloved by Monet and
from the French to American people in 1886 and engineered by Gustave its little Japanese bridge. This evening join Chris Smith as we attend the
Eiffel, it has been the symbol of the freedom of the USA to immigrants famous Moulin Rouge show with dinner included. This fantastic show is a
for over 100 years. We then travel to historic Ellis Island where half the stunning mix of glamour and traditional Parisian style.
population of the US entered the United States for the first time. We will see
the route that new immigrants took through the processing room, medical DAY 17 Friday 19 July 2019 Departure
appraisal room and entry room. Today the group will be transferred to the Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
for our flight to Australia.
DAY 4 Saturday 6 July 2019 New York
A free day to explore the sights of New York or do some shopping.
DAY 18 Saturday 20 July 2019 Arrive Australia
Perhaps take the elevator to the top of the Empire State Building, visit the Tour members arrive back in Australia. The tour concludes.
Guggenheim Museum, take a walk in Central Park or perhaps take a cruise
around Manhattan Island.
DAY 5 Sunday 7 July 2019 Queen Mary 2 Fantastic value!
This morning will be free for shopping and sightseeing. Early afternoon the – nothing more to pay
group will be transferred to the Queen Mary 2. Early evening the majestic
The Travelrite escorted Queen Mary 2 cruise represents
liner will slip her moorings and we will be on our way aboard the spectacular
Queen Mary 2 on the route it was designed for, the transatlantic crossing.
amazing value. There are no costly extras; everything is
In the 1920s & 1930s these great ships were patronised by film stars and included in the one great price. Port and handling charges
royalty. Queen Mary 2 follows on from the luxury and glamour of this are included in the price.
era. Enjoy the spectacular view of the New York skyline as we depart this
wonderful city!
DAY 6 Monday 8 July 2019 At sea
Our first day at sea to enjoy the many activities and magnificent facilities
Clothing on board Queen Mary 2
on the Queen Mary 2. This evening join Chris Smith for welcome drinks to
celebrate our transatlantic crossing. During the day casual clothing is typical, although shorts and
swimwear are not permitted in the formal restaurants. During the
DAY 7 Tuesday 9 July 2019 At sea evening on formal nights, a dinner suit or jacket and tie for gentlemen
A free day to further explore the QM2 and enjoy the many facilities of the and eveningwear for ladies is required for the main restaurants. Casual
ship. This afternoon join us in a talk from Chis Smith about his life in the nights require a collared shirt for the gentlemen. The self-service
media. restaurants are casual.
DAY 8 Wednesday 10 July 2019 At sea Don’t worry about coming alone
This morning enjoy a lecture or a show in the QM2 theatre. This afternoon About a third of people on the cruise travel alone. We will match people
join Chris Smith for a talk about Super Stars of the media. in twin-share cabins, when available, saving you the single supplement.
DAY 9 Thursday 11 July 2019 At sea You won’t be left alone, the Travelrite tour manager will be looking after
There are so many activities to choose from on the QM2. Why not take you – there will be group activities almost every day.
some Ballroom dancing lessons, or visit the library and find an interesting The advantages of the Queen Mary 2
book to read up on deck.
New York to London & Paris cruise
DAY 10 Friday 12 July 2019 At sea The cruise is fully escorted and will be a great fun holiday with plenty
Why not take a swim in the marvellous outdoor pool or play shuffleboard of activities. Each evening you will dine with the group on our reserved
this morning? This afternoon join Chris Smith for a fun game of Trivia. tables. You will meet a fun group of people and have a fabulous time.T R A N SAT L A N T I C
New York to London & Paris
F U L LY E S C O RT E D LU X U RY C RU I S E
3 July to 20 July, 2019 Included in the QM2 Transatlantic
luxury cruise NYC to London & Paris:
Price per person in Australian Dollars • Economy-class air travel from Melbourne/Sydney/Brisbane
to New York and from Paris back to Australia
Cabin Description Deck Twin-share Single • Travel on Queen Mary 2 in the selected cabin category
IE Inside Forward/Aft 4,5,6,9,10 $ 8,990 $ 11,990 • All meals, entertainment and service charges on Queen Mary 2
• Private Queen Mary 2 activities on board
IC Inside Midships 4,5,6,11,12 $ 9,190 $ 12,090
• 4 nights’ accommodation in New Yorlk including breakfast
IB Inside Midships 5,6,10 $ 9,290 $ 12,190 • 2 nights’ accommodation in London including breakfast
HB Atrium View Midships 5,6 $ 9,490 $ 12,390 • 3 nights’ accommodation in Paris including breakfast
EF Oceanview Forward/Aft 4,5,6 $ 9,690 $ 12,590 • Sightseeing tours of New York, London & Paris
DC Balcony (Obstructed) Midships 8 $ 9,990 $ 12,990 • Welcome dinner in New York and lunch on the Eiffel Tower in Paris
BY Balcony (Sheltered) Aft 4,5,6 $ 10,190 $ 13,290 • Dinner and show at the Moulin Rouge in Paris
• Tour management by Travelrite International
BV Balcony (Sheltered) Midships 4,5,6 $ 10,390 $ 13,390
• Port and handling charges on Queen Mary 2
BC Balcony Midships 8,11 $ 10,790 $ 13,990
• Cruise taxes
P1 Princess Suite Midships 10 $ 12,390 $ 19,490 • Air taxes as of 1 June 2018
Q6 Queens Suite Forward 9,10 $14,490 $ 21,890 • Onboard gratuities
Q5 Queens Suite Midships/Aft 9,10,11 $ 14,890 $ 22,490
Not included in the cruise price:
Included port and handling charges $ 255 $ 429 • Travel insurance
Included air taxes as at 1/6/18 $ 220 $ 220 • Additional travel arrangements not detailed in the itinerary
Included ship gratuities $ 120 $ 120 – these will be quoted for separately
• Passport and visa fees
Availability: All cabins are subject to availability. • Drinks on board
Please call 1800 630 343 for fares and information on other cabin categories. • Lunches when not on the ship
Extending: You can stay longer in Europe for minimal additional cost. Please contact Travelrite on 1800 630 343 for more information.
General information and booking conditions
International touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is
important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this activity without
the need of assistance from others.
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2 is operated by Cunard Cruise Line and the Queen MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS: The fly/cruise arrange- Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of
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