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Exclusive Escorted
Tour & Cruise
The
Compass
Society
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Vikings,
Celts& beyond
PREMIUM
ESCORTED
TOUR & FULLY ESCORTED FROM HOBART
CRUISE by Cathi Burnett-Cosgrove
26 Days • Departing 19 May 2020
DISCOVER what others say about their experiences on a
fully escorted premium tour with Cathi Burnett-Cosgrove...
Hard to surpass the beauty, joy and fun of this wonderful trip, but I’ll keep
trying my luck! So many thanks for all your kindness. ~ Rose.
PS: Many thanks to Rick for letting you go again for our benefit!
Dear Cathi, Loved our first trip with you, many How fantastic have the past few weeks been!
thanks! ~ M & J. Thank you for going above & beyond. Paul.
“Magnifique!” Dear Cathi, more magnificent As always you have given us more than we
memories. Thank you! Rosie. imagined. Love Andrea & Bill.
Thank you for a memorable experience. Kaye. A memorable experience, long to be
remembered. Many thanks!
As always – the best! Murray. Ilse & David.
Fabulous trip! John & Wendy. A magnificent trip, what a wonderful
Thanks once again for your crafting of a holiday experience, so many, many thanks Cathi. Rob.
that avoided the obvious and revealed the Thank you, travel goddess! from Robert & Jan.
hidden and enchanting. Love Andrea & Bill.
A great trip, thank you Cathi for all your work
to make it successful. Suzanne.
A wonderful trip! Many thanks for everything. I
look forward to travelling with you again.
Julie.
Dearest Cathi, Many thanks once again, for a
wonderful trip. Love ”The Jones’s”.
Thank you so much for the unforgettable fun,
laughter, companionship & memories.
John & Malory.
Above: Torshavn, Faroe Islands (Denmark). Below: Gap of Dunloe.
Thankyou for an amazing adventure full of surprises. Thanks for making
everything extra special! ~ Louise & John
Yet another trip whereby you have thought of Cathi, another fabulous trip. Second time
everything. We have absolutely enjoyed every around an even better experience. Thank you
second of it. Lauren & Hilton. ~ Wendy.
Once again you have done it again! Thank you So full of contrasts – am loving this next
for making our adventure unforgettable Cathi. adventure/magical tour. Rosie.
Just love it. Lyn & Laurie.
A grateful note of thanks and
Another wonderful trip! congratulations, once more!
Many thanks, Julie. Rose & Gordon.
Thank you for a magical experience. Memories Dearest Cathi, many, many thanks for another
for life. Helen. wonderful trip. It was really enjoyable and
such good company. Phil & Sue.
Cathi, thankyou, it has been truly magical!
Heather. Thankyou for another wonderful adventure, lots
of fun and good people. Looking forward to
Magical, like the first time, but different! So more. Wendy & John.
many thanks. Rose.
Many thanks for another wonderful trip. You have
Cathi, another trip, fantastic places, sights a unique ability to find the most interesting
and lots of fun – thank you so much! A very big places to visit. Loved the trip & the company.
thankyou for my special day. Wendy. Helen & Doug.
Articulate... amusing... A+ research, all adds up to To our dear friend Cathi, can’t thank you
a first class adventure. Thank you Cathi you are enough for all your blood, sweat & tears.
“simply the best”. Steph. Once again we are lucky enough to enjoy an
amazing and unforgettable trip. Lyn & Laurie.
Thank you for yet another great trip! So many
memorable moments but best of all you allowed Dear Cathi, another wonderful tour! Thankyou
us to ‘feel the moments’ in all areas. for your friendship and your superb
A hug, Jill. organising skills. Wendy & Glenn.
Top trip so far. Garry.
Dear Cathi, you’re our charismatic leader & creative designer of travel adventures
which challenge us, always interest us and test all our senses.
You connect us, giving us extraordinary experiences which remain as
special friendships & unique memories.
Sincere & deeply felt thanks! Your Murray River Discovery Cruise Group
St Kilda, UK (Scotland)
Tour Overview
26 day fully escorted Tour & Cruise departing Hobart 19th May 2020
Touring Ireland
PLUS a 13 day all-inclusive voyage aboard Silversea’s Silver Cloud expedition
ship from Dublin to Reykjavik exploring 15 ports and 4 countries
Tour Highlights
• Fully escorted small group feel the isolation on St Kilda
• Stay in distinctive local • Wander through the Abbey on Iona
accommodations in Ireland including • Explore the Faroe Islands
small pubs and inns
• See the wonders of Iceland
• Experience true Irish hospitality
• Ride through the Gap of Dunloe by
horse & buggy
• Stand atop of the Cliffs of Moher
• Be one of the very few Australians to
Dunollie Castle, Oban
“This tour has been personally hand-crafted by me. It is unique in content,
and I would be delighted to have you join me.” Cathi Burnett-Cosgrove
Participation in this tour entitles you to
The Lifetime Membership of The Compass Society
Compass valued at $79.00. Membership is exclusive to travellers who have
travelled as guests on premium tours escorted by Cathi Burnett-
Society Cosgrove to amazing destinations around the world. Members enjoy
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special events and tour briefings, advance tour notifications and more.
Lerwick, Shetland Islands
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Our Tour Itinerary
Day 1 town in Munster province known for the
medieval-era St. Mary’s Cathedral and Day 7
St. John’s square, which is lined with
TUESDAY 19TH MAY 2020: DEPART Georgian townhouses. We enjoy lunch MON 25TH MAY: KILLARNEY-
AUSTRALIA here before heading for Killarney in the GALWAY AREA VIA DINGLE
Depart Australia today bound for Dublin, afternoon. PENINSULA
Ireland, the hoe of poets, storytellers, BL Depart Killarney for the Galway area.
and outstanding welcomes! “Céad Míle En-route we drive along the Dingle
Fáilte”!
A
Day 5 Peninsula and see some of the most
incredible Irish coastal scenery, where
the Irish language and traditional ways
SAT 23RD MAY: KILLARNEY-GAP
Day 2 OF DUNLOE-KILLARNEY
of life are preserved. Dingle town is a
thriving fishing town and is typical of
The Gap of Dunloe is one of the most a country Irish town. Go to Inch, a long
WED 20TH MAY: DUBLIN-NENAGH stunningly beautiful parts of Ireland. beach bordered by dunes and made
On arrival, we will be transferred Stretching through the MacGuillicuddy famous by David Lean’s movie “Ryan’s
into the very heart of Ireland, County Reeks mountain range, this beautiful daughter”. The Dingle Peninsula will
Tipperary. What is most imagine when glacial valley simply must be charm you with its villages painted
they think of Ireland? It is the local experienced to be appreciated. We in bright colours and will bewitch
people and the green, lush spectacular will explore the Gap of Dunloe with a you with the dramatic beauty of its
scenery. We will be staying on 76 acres jaunting car ride and open boat tour landscapes. Stop at Rattoo Round
of beech woodland and formal gardens prior to enjoying a picnic lunch. In the Tower, featuring unique moulding
in historic accommodation close to afternoon we return to Killarney. with a curvilinear design dating back
Nenagh Town. BL to 1100. There is also a fascinating
‘sheela-na-gig’, an ugly, explicit carving
T
Day 6 used as a protective symbol, the only
example found in an Irish round tower.
Day 3 SUN 24TH MAY: KILLARNEY-RING
Additionally, the site boasts the ruins of
a 15th-century church, whose structure
THURS 21ST MAY: NENAGH OF KERRY includes stones from an earlier house
of worship. We will then catch the ferry
Today is a day to relax. Adjusting your The Ring of Kerry is the most famous
from Tarbert to Killimer and continue to
body’s time clock to make every minute and panoramic route in Ireland.
Galway Bay.
of your day worthwhile without the The astonishing beauty of this large
peninsula, Iveragh, comes from the BD
tiredness that often is your companion
great diversity of its spectacular scenery
Day 8
when you are on a tour. Feel free to
wander the estate, view the Neolithic - mountains, peat bogs, lakes and
Ring Forts, try your hand at fishing or magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean.
alternatively absorb the tranquillity and Leaving Killarney we pass through TUES 26TH MAY: GALWAY AREA-
peace of what is the true Ireland. Killorglin, famous for its Puck Fair, THE BURREN
BD then to Glenbeigh where the cliff road
affords panoramic views of the Dingle The Burren is a strange and unique
Day 4 Peninsula, drive through peat bogs region in Europe. “Burren” means “from
to the town of Waterville. Continue to large stones”: in fact its name describes
Sneem Village, famous for its brightly this impressive scenery perfectly well.
FRI 22ND MAY: NENAGH- coloured houses. Travel through the Often described as lunar, the Burren
KILLARNEY mountains to Molls Gap and Ladies View is a high plateau of porous limestone
taking in superb views of the famous situated in Northern Clare between
After breakfast today we head to Ballyvaughan and Kilfenora. The area
Lakes of Killarney.
Killarney, a town on the shores of Lough boasts countless castles and monastic
Leane in southwest Ireland’s County BL
ruins. This morning we visit the Cliffs
Kerry. Along the way we take in the lush of Moher Visitor Centre. The sweeping
rolling Irish countryside through famous view across the Atlantic has recently
towns like Limerick, a compact old been ranked the best ‘cliff-view’ on the
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planet by Conde Nast Traveler, rivalling The island is 3 miles long and 1.5 miles
the Grand Canyon. This afternoon wide but draws in thousands of visitors
visit Bunratty Castle, one of the most each year due to its natural beauty and
complete and authentic medieval historical interest. Saint Columba and
castles in Ireland. Built in 1425, it was his fellow monks landed here in 563.
authentically restored in 1954 to its This beautiful stretch of coastline brings
former medieval splendour. Within out the true beauty of Iona facing onto
the grounds Bunratty Folk Park vividly the Gulf Stream that gives the island
recreates 19th century life with over 30 its mild climate. Located to the south
buildings in a ‘living’ village and rural of the road lies Sìthean Mòr (Large
setting. fairy hill) and alternatively known as
BL the Hill of Angels, this is said to have
been the setting for many rituals and
Day 9 traditions dating far back in history.
This wonderful highlight, Iona Abbey
was founded by Saint Columba in 563
WED 27TH MAY: BALLYVAUGHAN and is said to have survived many
BUNRATTY CASTLE
Viking attacks. Although little remains
Enjoy a leisurely morning then some
expedition cruising. Her large suites, of the monastic buildings of this period,
free time in Lisdoonvara before we
destination itineraries and unparalleled the magnificent Abbey is the main
visit the Burren Smokehouse for a talk
service make her truly special. With attraction.
and tasting of beautiful Burren smoked
18-brand new Zodiacs and a pole to The stunning Isle of Lunga is the largest
salmon. We head to the Poulnabrone
pole expedition itinerary, Silver Cloud island in the Treshnish archipelago. With
Dolmen, which is among the most
really does break the ice between volcanic origin the isle was populated
famous landmarks in the Burren,
expedition and luxury. until the 19th Century, and remains of
surrounded by the characteristic
limestone pavement. Tonight we enjoy Ask any Dubliner what’s happening and black houses can be seen around this
a mediaeval banquet in a 15th century you may hear echoes of one of W. B. magnificent coastal jewel. Abundant
castle, reflecting a time of struggle Yeats’s most-quoted lines: “All changed, plant life and exotic birdlife are now the
for land and title. Join in nights of changed utterly.” No matter that the main inhabitants of the area. Fortunate
merriment and song. decade-long “Celtic Tiger” boom era visitors view the magnificent array of
has been quickly followed by the Great birds, especially the great puffins that
BD
Recession—for visitors Dublin remains breed on the islands plateau. One can
Day 10
one of Western Europe’s most popular sit within just a few feet away without
and delightful urban destinations. disturbing the avian ambassador’s
Whether or not you’re out to enjoy peace. The 81 hectare island is home to
THURS 28TH MAY: the old or new Dublin, you’ll find it a many rare and endangered plants such
BALLYVAUGHAN-KILKENNY colossally entertaining city, all the more as, primroses and orchids. Views over
astonishing considering its intimate the landscape and across the ocean can
Today will leave the West Coast and size. It is ironic and telling that James be seen from the 300 foot high cliffs.
make our way towards Dublin where Joyce chose Dublin as the setting for BLD
we will overnight just outside of the City his famous Ulysses, Dubliners, and A
Day 13
before boarding our cruise tomorrow. Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man
BD because it was a “center of paralysis”
where nothing much ever changed.
Which only proves that even the greats SUN 31ST MAY: OBAN (ARGYLL) &
Day 11 get it wrong sometimes.
BLD
MALLAIG, UK
Oban, “little bay” in Gaelic, today has
FRI 29TH MAY: DUBLIN, IRELAND a resident population of 8,500 and
This morning we will do a city tour Day 12 is the unofficial capital of the West
Highlands – the “Gateway to the Isles.”
and visit the Guinness Brewery before The panoramic views of the mountains,
boarding our expedition ship, Silver SAT 30TH MAY: IONA & LUNGA,
lochs and islands which have captivated
Cloud. UNITED KINGDOM artists, authors, composers, and poets
Silver Cloud is the most spacious With a population of 120 residents, Iona for centuries are as striking now as they
and comfortable ice class vessel in is Located off the Southwest of Mull. were when Dunollie Castle, a ruined
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keep which has stood sentinel over the are some stretches of single-lane road, of them illegal. The town’s twisting
narrow entrance to the sheltered bay but none poses a problem. flagstone lanes and harbor once heaved
for around six hundred years, was the BLD with activity, and Lerwick is still an
northern outpost of the Dalriadic Scots. active port today. This is also where
It is no surprise to find Oban in the 21st-
century remains a magnet for travellers Day 15 most visitors to Shetland dock, spilling
out of cruise ships, allowing passengers
from all over the world. to walk around the town.
The thriving port of Mallaig is situated TUES 2ND JUNE: ST. KILDA, UK Exploring the sandstone cliff faces of the
on the North West coast of Scotland. A St Kilda is a remarkable uninhabited Isle of Noss will reveal ledges loaded
vibrant fishing port, its remote location archipelago some 40 nautical miles with gannets, puffins, guillemots, shags,
makes it a perfect getaway to this beyond the Outer Hebrides. The kittiwakes, Razorbills, fulmars and Great
quiet area. Walks around the town stunning cliffs and sea stacks are home Skuas. The island was recognized as a
present magnificent views over the to the most important seabird breeding National Nature Reserve in 1955, and
picturesque harbour and across Loch colony in northwest Europe. St Kilda has one of Europe’s largest and most
Nevis to Knoydart. The well-known is one of the few places in the world diverse seabird colonies. Sheep have
Jacobite steam train that was featured to have received dual World Heritage grazed the inland hillsides of Noss since
in the Harry Potter movies follows the status from UNESCO in recognition the late 1800s and early 1900s when
wonderful road to the isles that ends of its Natural Heritage and cultural around twenty people lived on the island
at Mallaig. Mallaig art Gallery offers a significance. Village Bay on the island to manage the sheep farm. Along with
wide range of works by local artists; of Hirta once supported a population the sheep, shaggy Shetland ponies
A fish merchant has set up a shop in of over 200, but the last islanders left graze the windblown slopes of Noss.
the harbour offering freshly caught in the 1930s. Recent restoration work BLD
fish; local bars and cafes please all on the village by the National Trust for
tastes; this vibrant town and port offers
a broad portfolio of sights sounds and
Scotland offers a marvellous link with
the past. One of the caretakers acts Day 18
smells that will leave you with lasting as shopkeeper and postmaster for
memories. any visitors who might like to send a FRI 5TH JUNE: TORSHAVN, FAROE
BLD postcard home from St. Kilda. ISLANDS
BLD More than 600 miles (nearly 1,000
Day 14 kilometres) from Denmark’s west coast
MON 1ST JUNE: PORTREE (ISLE OF
Day 16 lie the Faroes, a triangle of eighteen
windswept islands, seventeen of which
are inhabited. Only 48,500 people plus
SKYE), UK WED 3RD JUNE: KIRKWALL some 70,000 sheep roam these remote
The Isle of Skye ranks near the top of (ORKNEY), UK lands. Much of the islands’ heritage
most visitors’ priority lists: the romance In bustling Kirkwall, the main town on reflects a medieval past, beginning with
of Prince Charles Edward Stuart, known Orkney, there’s plenty to see in the the arrival of farmers from western
as Bonnie Prince Charlie, combined narrow, winding streets extending from Norway who settled here in the 9th
with the misty Cuillin Hills and their the harbor. The cathedral and some century. Evidence of this Scandinavian
proximity to the mainland all contribute museums are highlights. heritage is preserved through centuries
to its popularity. Today Skye remains of isolation; ancient structures can still
BLD
mysterious and mountainous, an island be seen in villages clustered around old
Day 17
of sunsets that linger brilliantly until churches. Sheer cliffs and waterfalls
late at night and of beautiful, soft mists. carve Streymoy, the largest of the
Much photographed are the really old islands, where Torshavn is one of the
crofts, one or two of which are still THURS 4TH JUNE: LERWICK, world’s smallest capitals with about
inhabited, with their thick stone walls SHETLAND ISLANDS & NOSS 12,400 inhabitants, plus another 5,000
and thatch roofs. Orientation on Skye is ISLAND, UK living in the suburbs of Argir and Hoyvik.
easy: follow the only roads around the Visitors find interesting museums,
loops on the northern part of the island Founded by Dutch fishermen in the churches, monuments and all the
and enjoy the road running the length 17th century, Lerwick today is a amenities of a modern town and thriving
of the Sleat Peninsula in southern Skye, busy town and administrative center. harbour here. The world’s oldest, still
taking the loop roads that exit to the Handsome stone buildings—known active parliament was founded in the
north and south as you please. There as lodberries—line the harbor; they Viking age.
provided loading bays for goods, some BLD
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Day 19 a modern Lutheran church rising on a
green hill near the waterfront, provide
the Icelandic words for smoke, reykur,
and bay, vík. In AD 874, Norseman
a focal point. To the south of Akureyri Ingólfur Arnarson saw Iceland rising out
SAT 6TH JUNE: VESTMANNA, is the pyramid-shape rhyolite mountain of the misty sea and came ashore at
FAROE ISLANDS Súlur. Beyond it is Kerling, the highest a bay eerily shrouded with plumes of
The Vestmanna bird cliffs are near peak in Eyjafjörður District. steam from nearby hot springs. Today
vertical, volcanic cliffs that rise steeply BLD most of the houses in Reykjavík are
out of the ocean to a height of over 600 heated by near-boiling water from the
meters. They are impressively covered
with innumerable bird nesting sites as
Day 22 hot springs. Natural heating avoids air
pollution; there’s no smoke around.
well rare and hardy vegetation. Literally After disembarkation, we overnight
tens of thousands of seabirds can be TUES 9TH JUNE: VIGUR ISLAND, tonight in Reykjavík and enjoy a farewell
seen soaring along the cliffs, sitting ICELAND group dinner.
on nests as well as swimming across Vigur Island is a little more than a BLD
the water. Species include numerous mile (1.6 km) in length and about
kittiwakes, Common Guillemots, Black
Guillemots and the endearing Atlantic
450 yards (412 m) wide. This green
oasis punctuates the waters of the
Day 24
Puffin. In addition, several waterfalls Ísafjarðardjúp fjord east of the town
cascade down in graceful mists from of Isafjordur. The island is home to a THURS 11TH JUNE: FLIGHT TO
hundreds of meters in the air and single farming family and has some AUSTRALIA
explorations reveal a series of sea meticulously preserved historical We farewell Reykjavík today after
caves ranging from modest in size to landmarks including Iceland’s only breakfast for our flight home to
enormous. windmill, built in 1840 and used until Australia.
BLD 1917 for grinding imported wheat
BA
from Denmark; and a 200-year-old
Day 20 rowing boat, which is still in use to
ferry sheep to the mainland. Summer is Day 25
the best time to see large numbers of
SUN 7TH JUNE: DAY AT SEA Atlantic Puffins, Arctic Terns and Black FRI 12TH JUNE: IN TRANSIT
Days at sea are the perfect opportunity Guillemots. One of the export articles
from this small island was eider down A
to relax, unwind and catch up with what
and one can see where the eider ducks
you’ve been meaning to do. So whether
that is going to the gym, visiting the nest and how the down is collected and
cleaned.
Day 26
spa, whale watching, catching up on
your reading or simply topping up your BLD SAT 13TH JUNE 2020: ARRIVE
tan, these blue sea days are the perfect HOME
balance to busy days spent exploring
shore side.
Day 23 Our flight brings us home to Tasmania
today, where we bring home magical,
BLD
WED 10TH JUNE: REYKJAVIK, wonderful memories of an unforgettable
ICELAND adventure in such good company.
Day 21 Sprawling Reykjavík, the nation’s
Included meals as shown in the itinerary:
nerve center and government seat, is B Breakfast; L Lunch; T Afternoon Tea; D Dinner;
MON 8TH JUNE: AKUREYRI, home to half the island’s population. A In-flight service
ICELAND On a bay overlooked by proud Mt.
Akureyri, called the Capital of the Esja (pronounced eh-shyuh), with its
North is the second largest urban ever-changing hues, Reykjavík presents
area in Iceland, and a lively one at a colorful sight, its concrete houses
that. Hemmed by the 60-km (37-mile) painted in light colors and topped by
long Eyjafjörður, Akureyri is sheltered vibrant red, blue, and green roofs.
from the ocean winds and embraced In contrast to the almost treeless
by mountains on three sides. Late countryside, Reykjavík has many tall,
19th-century wooden houses impart a native birches, rowans, and willows,
sense of history, and the twin spires of as well as imported aspen, pines, and
spruces.Reykjavík’s name comes from
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Tour Information
TOUR PRICE
Vigur Is. Akureyri
TWIN SHARE $19,480* per person ex Tasmania (based on a CRUISE ITINERARY
(Days 11-23)
Vista Suite aboard Silver Cloud)
SINGLE $24,980* per person ex Tasmania (very limited ICELAND
Vestmanna
availability) REYKJAVIK Tórshavn
OPTIONAL ADD-ONS Noss
REYKJAVIK, ICELAND IRELAND LAND TOUR
Lerwick
Option of one additional night in Reykjavik, including
accommodation, breakfast and full day tour. Kirkwall
St. Kilda
Twin share $745* per person or Single $1,040* per person. Portree Mallaig
Ballyvaughan NORTH
STOPOVER ON OUR RETURN Dublin Lunga SEA
Galway
Iona Oban
Why not break your return journey just to relax. Includes 2
The Nenagh DUBLIN
nights accommodation, full breakfast daily and return airport Burren
transfers.
Killarney
Twin share $640* per person or Single $890* per person. from Hobart to Hobart
UPGRADE $1,380* per person to a Verandah Suite. Airfare ITINERARY MAP
upgrades available upon request.
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES YOUR SILVERSEA SILVER CLOUD • Onboard entertainment
CRUISE INCLUDES • Onboard gratuities
• Economy class airfare ex Hobart
including all fees, taxes and levies • Guided Zodiac, land and sea tours, TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Meals as specified and shoreside activities led by the
Expeditions Team • Meals other than mentioned
• Entrance fees to all specified
attractions • Enrichment lectures by a highly • Local airport departure taxes (if
qualified Expeditions Team applicable)
• All excursions as stated in the
itinerary • Butler service in every suite • Laundry, telephone calls, beverages
• Unlimited Free Wifi not specified, and other expenditure
• Local tour escort (subject to
of a personal nature
minimum numbers) • Choice of restaurants, diverse
cuisine, open-seating dining • Any services other than mentioned
• Expert tour guides
• Beverages in-suite and throughout • Travel Insurance
• All gratuities for services provided as
stated in the itinerary the ship, including champagne, select • Gratuities other than specified
wines and spirits • Travel visa and passport costs (if
• Complimentary lifetime membership
of The Compass Society ©™ valued • In-suite dining and room service applicable)
at $79.00
While this pricing is current as of August 2019, fluctuating fuel surcharges, currency exchange rates and taxes may result in an increased cost.
Bookings
Your Tour Escort: Cathi Burnett-Cosgrove at Andrew Jones Travel in Hobart
Phone: (03) 6221 3499 or email: cathi@ajtravel.com.au
For bookings, contact Cathi or your favourite consultant at Andrew Jones
Travel in Hobart or Launceston:
HOBART Level 1, 61 Salamanca Place, Hobart 7000
Phone: (03) 6221 3499 • Fax: (03) 6224 3511 • Email: hobart@ajtravel.com.au
LAUNCESTON 44 Charles Street, Launceston 7250 • Phone: (03) 6331 1214 www.ajtravel.com.au
19th May to 13th June 2020 9
Your Tour Escort Cathi Burnett-Cosgrove
Hobart-based Cathi is one of Australia’s Cathi’s list of achievements extends far Likewise is her desire for all of her
most experienced and widely awarded beyond that. clients to be blissfully overwhelmed on
travel agents. their return.
• She was the first Australian agent to
Cathi is known throughout the become an International Masters Cruise For the past 20 years – with two, three,
travel industry nationally, having a Consultant. and sometimes four extended tours
distinguished career stretching back to annually – Cathi is a very busy lady.
• The first to create unique, premium,
1984.
small group touring. And that is not forgetting tailoring trips
Her personal success has in turn when back in her Hobart office for
• Assisted in river cruising television
extended to Cathi’s loyal client base clients around Australia who want to
productions to introduce Australians to
through her well-established ability to make their own way in the world.
this luxury travel form.
foresee travel trends.
However, Cathi is never too busy not
While this is a brief rundown on Cathi,
A shining example was her work as a to welcome another chance to explore
her escorted tours are about you.
pioneer of Canada and Alaska as viable our magnificent world with existing and
tourist destinations for Australians. Her drive for perfection is legendary. new clients.
“Another wonderful trip. You have a unique
ability to find the most interesting places
to visit.”
“You have thought of everything.”
“An amazing adventure
full of surprises.”
ABOVE: Exploring Chefchaouen known
“A holiday that avoided the obvious and as the Blue City of Morocco.
revealed the hidden and enchanting.”
“Second time around an even ABOVE: Our “Pursuit of the
Northern Lights” group tour
better experience.” members in February 2019.
“Once again you have
done it again!” RIGHT: Camel trek in
the Sahara Desert
“Thank you for going above & beyond.”
“Amazing and unforgettable.”
“Long to be rememebered.”
“Thank you, travel goddess!”
“Such good company.”
ABOVE: Breaking bread from the
“So many memorable moments.” Communal Oven
“Superb organising skills.” RIGHT: Captivating Bordeaux
“Dear Cathi, you’re our charismatic leader & creative designer of travel adventures
which challenge us, always interest us and test all our senses.
You connect us, giving us extraordinary experiences which remain as
special friendships & unique memories.”
10 Vikings, Celts & BeyondBenefits of an Escorted Group
Being part of our premium, escorted group means you understandably excited about the adventure ahead. Along
leave home with an experienced, personal tour escort. Not the way you will meet new friends and enjoy the peace of
only this but you will be with someone who understands mind of travelling in an organised group.
the travel industry, as Cathi has worked in retail travel
Best of all, you will want to come back for more! Your
for more than 35 years. You will travel with a local group
holiday memories will last a lifetime and you will benefit
of like-minded people (who you meet before we go, at
from Cathi’s expertise in crafting a unique experience that
our pre-tour get together(s) who are great company and
avoids the obvious and goes “above and beyond”.
“Really enjoyable and such good company” “Lots of fun and good people.”
“You connect us, giving us extraordinary experiences which remain
as special friendships & unique memories.”
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
TOUR PAYMENTS A non-refundable deposit of needs. A qualified and physically able companion the hotel or restaurant); optional excursions; travel
$3,000 is due within 7 days of booking. An interim must accompany travellers who need such insurance, excess baggage fees; all other items of a
payment of $5,000 is due by Tuesday 01 October assistance, and must assume total responsibility for personal nature.
2019. The full payment is due not later than Tuesday the handicapped participants well-being. Motorised HOLIDAYS During local or national holidays, certain
20 March 2020. scooters are unsuitable for touring vacations in this facilities such as museums and restaurants,
CANCELLATIONS Deposits are strictly non- brochure. sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited or
refundable. Cancellation fees may also apply to SMOKING Smoking is not allowed on transportation not available. Alternatives will be offered whenever
any additional services, reserved prior to, during or accommodations. possible.
and after the tour. Notice of all cancellations must PRICE GUARANTEE Air tickets booked via Andrew SAFETY Please be aware that during your
be made in writing to Andrew Jones Travel on or Jones Travel are guaranteed when we receive full participation in vacations operated by the Operators,
before final payment due date shown above. Loss of payment. This does not include any Government/ certain risks and dangers may arise beyond our
deposits. After final payment due date: 100% of total airport tax increases and currency fluctuations. control including, but not limited to, the hazards
price. Cancellation fees also apply to any additional Vacation prices are per person, based on two of travelling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat,
services, reserved prior to, during and after the persons sharing a room. Single room supplements train, automobile, aircraft or other means of
vacation. are listed where applicable. transportation; the forces of nature, political unrest
If flight changes, including flight cancellations, are ACCOMMODATIONS The accommodations listed and accident or illness in remote regions without
requested, revision fees or airline cancellation in this brochure are intended to be used on this means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. The
fees will apply. Andrew Jones Travel Pty. Ltd. and departure; however, if a change becomes necessary Operators will not have liability regarding provision
the carriers, accommodations, and other suppliers for any reason, the accommodations substituted of medical care or the adequacy of any care that
providing tour services shall all be known as the will be equivalent in standard to those shown. may be rendered. It is understood that the Operators
‘Operators’ and reserve the right to cancel or re- Every effort is made to reserve your preferred will use its best efforts to ensure that adequate
schedule any vacation departure. If cancellation room request. It may occasionally happen that an measures are taken.
is made prior to departure of the tour, the only accommodation provides some double-bedded or TRAVEL INSURANCE is compulsory and passengers
responsibility of the Operators will be to refund to twin-bedded rooms, as room configuration is at must take out travel insurance to cover any
the passenger the amount we have received for the the discretion of individual hotels. Please note that unforeseen circumstances which may arise
reservation. We will try to re-book the same vacation accommodation check-in times vary worldwide. (including, but not limited to cancellation fees, loss
with a different departure date, or a similar tour. Paying for a single supplement ensures own room, of luggage, early return following death of a relative
Where the Operators have confirmed flights, we will not necessarily a twin bedded room. as defined in the respective proposal forms). We
try to confirm air seats for the selected new dates, recommend passengers investigate all Department
subject to availability. The Operators cannot assume BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE Porterage for one suitcase
on vacation is included in the tour price. Airport of Foreign Affairs warnings regarding the safety of
responsibility for any additional costs or any fees travelling to certain destinations. The Operators
relating to the issuance and/or cancellation of air porterage at beginning and end of the vacation is
not included. Due to limited coach capacity, this will not be held liable for any act of government,
tickets or other travel arrangements. terrorism, revolution or other act. The Operators
single bag should have dimensions not exceeding
REVISION FEES A fee of $150 per transaction 76x53x28cm (30x21x11”). We regret we are reserve the right to cancel the tour at any stage due
will be charged for any alteration or revision made unable to accept a second suitcase, or any luggage to an act of government or terrorism.
to a reservation, plus any additional costs from exceeding these limits. Please talk to your agent for PASSPORTS AND VISAS All passengers must have
Operators. Airline penalties may also apply. A change baggage weight restrictions. We recommend you a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from
to traveller name, vacation date or tour itinerary at consult your air carrier as size and weight limitations return date. It is the responsibility of each passenger
any time will be treated as a cancellation and new vary from airline to airline and even according to to ensure any applicable visas for all countries
reservation; standard cancellation fees apply. destination, and are becoming more restrictive. The visited have been obtained prior to departure. Failure
PARTICIPATION For the benefit of everyone on your Operators are not responsible for additional fees to obtain correct documentation will mean the
holiday, the Operators reserve the right to accept imposed by air carriers. Regulations within most passenger will be unable to participate in particular
or reject any person as a holiday participant, and to airports require that travellers handle their own shore excursions and may be denied boarding and/
remove from the tour any participant whose conduct luggage through customs. or entry into certain countries. Meeting necessary
is deemed incompatible with the interests of the Your carry-on bag should not exceed the dimensions passport and visa entry requirements and costs is
other participants. of 30x28x14cm (12x11x6”). For safety reasons the sole responsibility of passengers.
TRAVELLERS WHO NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE You wheeled carry-on bags are not suitable as hand * Conditions apply. Price is per person, twin share
must report any disability requiring special attention luggage on motor coaches and mini-buses. or as stated. Price is correct at time of publication
to Andrew Jones Travel at the time the reservation No responsibility is accepted for loss of or damage to (August 2019) but may fluctuate due to changes
is made. All travellers must be able to handle their baggage or any of the tour participant’s belongings. in taxes, charges, surcharges and currency.
own suitcase. The Operators will make reasonable Baggage insurance is recommended. Airfare included is based on a group airfare and
attempts to accommodate the special needs of all passengers will need to fly on these flights,
disabled travellers, but is not responsible in the DINING A restaurant or date of a dinner may be dates and destination only. Price does not include
event it is unable to do so, nor is it responsible for substituted at any time due to reasons beyond the taxes imposed directly by third parties. Tour is
any denial of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants, Operators’ control. subject to availability and terms and conditions as
or other independent suppliers. Most transportation NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE Airport taxes listed. Minimum tour numbers apply, see booking
services, including the touring motor coach, are not which are payable directly at the airport: passports; conditions for more details. A service fee and credit
equipped with wheelchair ramps. We regret that visas and vaccinations, tips to local city guides or card surcharge will apply. Images used throughout
we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour staff; laundry, telephone, mini bar, alcohol beverages this brochure are representative of the destinations
participant for walking, dining, getting on and off and food not on the regular table d’hote menu only, and may not depict your precise tour itinerary.
motor coaches and other vehicles, or other personal (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving Base map artwork: freevectormaps.com.
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