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Queen Elizabeth strikes an elegant chord between classic and contemporary. There are classic Cunard hallmarks throughout. Memorabilia from her predecessors sit comfortably next to superb modern flourishes. Impressive public rooms include the three-tier Grand Lobby, the Royal Court Theatre and the Queens Room with its cantilevered balconies. The great traditions of fine service, food and entertainment continue better than ever. Enjoy the facilities of the eight restaurants, two swimming pools, eight bars, a casino, theatres, a cinema, computer and internet access, spa and health club and much more. Take part in the multitude of daily activities that include numerous lectures on an array of topics, regular musical performances, ship sports and much more. A voyage on Queen Elizabeth is a historic experience to be savoured and remembered!
VIEW ITINERARYDAY 1 Friday 4 July 2025
Depart/Banf
Our holiday begins with a flight to Calgary,
arriving the same day, as we cross the
International Date Line. On arrival we will
transfer to our hotel in Banff.
DAY 2 Saturday 5 July 2025
Banf
Travel to world famous Lake Louise, in Banff
National Park, and enjoy never-to-be-forgotten
views of the lake. We will then travel on the
Icefields Parkway, through the Eastern Main
Ranges, the highest, most rugged, and most
scenic part of the Rockies. We will also ride by
snow coach on the million-year-old Athabasca
Glacier (weather permitting).
DAY 3 Sunday 6 July 2025
Calgary
We travel to Calgary, a cosmopolitan Alberta city
steeped in the western culture that earned it the
nickname ‘Cowtown’. We will have a panoramic
sightseeing tour of Calgary before checking into
our hotel.
DAY 4 Monday 7 July 2025
Calgary
One of the highlights of the tour will be our
visit to the Calgary Stampede, an annual rodeo,
exhibition and festival. Don your boots and
Stetson for the world-famous Calgary Stampede,
an exciting spectacle of classic rodeo events and grandstand shows. Spend the entire day
at “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” our
all-day pass includes admission to the Stampede
Park. Cap off the day with a bang at the
Grandstand Show, a singing and dancing musical
extravaganza with a fireworks display.
DAY 5 Tuesday 8 July 2025
Seattle
This morning we are transferred to Calgary
airport for our flights to Seattle. On arrival,
before we check into our hotel, we embark on
a sightseeing tour of the city, visiting the Space
Needle and Seattle Centre. Then we’re off to Pike
Place Market, a working market with views over
Elliott Bay.
DAY 6 Wednesday 9 July 2025
Seattle
This morning we will travel to nearby Everett
and the Future of Flight and Aviation Center
for a tour of the Boeing factory. We explore the
interactive exhibits and displays at the Aviation
Center Gallery and then go behind the scenes
for a 90-minute tour of the Boeing plant where
we watch the Dreamliner 787 assembled before
our eyes.
DAY 7 Thursday 10 July 2025
Embarkation
The morning will be free for some last-minute
shopping or sightseeing. Early afternoon we will
transfer to the dock to board Queen Elizabeth.
Be up on deck as she slips her moorings for the
start of our fabulous cruise.
DAY 8 Friday 11 July 2025
At Sea
A day of cruising the spectacular Inside Passage
(coastal waters protected from the open ocean).
Sail past many beautiful islands. This afternoon
join fellow group members for a fun game of
Bingo.
DAY 9 Saturday 12 July 2025
Ketchikan
Today we call into Ketchikan, the town most
visited by tourists to Alaska. Established as
a centre for the salmon industry, it is now a
vibrant centre for tourism. We have a morning
sightseeing tour of the town to see the totem
poles and visit famous Creek Street. It is built on
stilts and used to be the red light district of the
town but now contains boutique shops.
DAY 10 Sunday 13 July 2025
Glacier Bay
We enjoy scenic cruising today. The Glacier
Bay National Park & Preserve boasts some of
the world’s most spectacular glaciers, such as
Margerie Glacier, which often drops colossal
chunks of ice into the sea. Glacier Park N.P. and
its epic ice giants are part of a UNESCO World
Heritage Site.
DAY 11 Monday 14 July 2025
Haines
Our tour begins with a scenic, drive through
historic Fort William H. Seward, the first U.S.
Army outpost in Alaska and a National Historic
Site. We stop for photos at Picture Point, which
boasts phenomenal views of Haines. Then,
travel to the American Bald Eagle Foundation,
an interpretive wildlife display and education
center, and learn about these majestic birds and
other birds of prey.
DAY 12 Tuesday 15 July 2025
Tracy Arm Fjord
Enjoy the spectacular scenery as we cruise
Tracey Arm Fjord this morning.
DAY 13 Wednesday 16 July 2025
Juneau
This morning, we dock in Juneau, the capital
of Alaska. Juneau was founded in 1880 by
prospectors going to the gold rushes. We will
tour the highlights of the city, before travelling
to the beautiful Mendenhall Glacier, one of 38
glaciers flowing from the massive 1,500-square
mile Juneau Icefield.
DAY 14 Thursday 17 July 2025
Sitka
Witness Alaska’s remarkable animal kingdom
with a tour that includes bald eagles at the
Alaska Raptor Center, brown bears at the
Fortress of the Bear sanctuary and a menagerie
of sea creatures at the Sitka Sound Science
Center. Then, enjoy a brief sightseeing tour of
Sitka. Pass many of the Russian and American
sites including the beautifully restored Russian
Bishop’s House, St. Michael’s Russian Orthodox
Cathedral, both of which date back to the days
when Sitka was the Russian colonial capital, and
the WWII-era Fort Ray Historic District
DAY 15 Friday 18 July 2025
Misty Fjord
Enjoy the spectacular scenery as we cruise Misty
Fjord this morning.
DAY 16 Saturday 19 July 2025
At Sea
A day at sea to enjoy the wonderful facilities of
the ship. You may like to enjoy afternoon tea
in the Queens Room or attend an interesting
lecture. This morning join fellow group
members for a fun game of Trivia. You will be
divided into teams with prizes for the winners!
DAY 17 Sunday 20 July 2025
Victoria
Today we call into the city of Victoria, named
after Queen Victoria, on Vancouver Island in
Canada. It was settled in 1841 and has retained
a number of its historic buildings. We have
a sightseeing tour of Victoria and visit the
beautiful Butchart Gardens, one of the most
stunning gardens in the world. Jennie Butchart
began to shape this landscape in 1904 in an
abandoned limestone quarry. She established
the dramatic sunken garden as part of the early
20th-century beautification movement. The
gardens retain much of the original design and
continues the tradition of seasonally changing
the outstanding floral displays.
DAY 18 Monday 21 July 2025
Disembark/Vancouver
We disembark this morning in Seattle and enjoy
a coach trip to Vancouver. Upon arrival we enjoy
a tour of this beautiful city. We drive through
the 1,000- acre Stanley Park, then step out for
a look at the exceptional collection of totem
poles at Lions Gate Bridge. We visit historic Gas
Town, site of Vancouver’s original settlement,
Chinatown, the Vancouver Lookout and more.
We check into our hotel this afternoon.
DAY 19 Tuesday 22 July 2025
Vancouver
We continue our sightseeing of Vancouver with
a tour to the Capilano Canyon and walk across
the Capilano Suspension Bridge. There will be
time in the park to enjoy the gorge and forest
including the cliff top walk. We then go up to the
lookout of Grouse Mountain for panoramic city
views. The afternoon will be at leisure.
DAY 20 Wednesday 23 July 2025
Depart
There is free time this morning for last minute
shopping before we transfer to the airport for
our flights home.
DAY 21 Thursday 24 July 2025
In flight
DAY 22 Friday 25 July 2025
Arrive Australia
Price per person in Australian Dollars
| CABIN | DESCRIPTION | DECK | TWIN SHARE FARE PP | SINGLE FARE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IE | Inside Stateroom | 4,5,6,8 | $10,990 | $15,190 |
| ID | Inside Stateroom | 5,6,7 | $11,290 | $15,490 |
| EC | Ocean View Stateroom | 1 | $11,990 | $16,590 |
| EB | Ocean View Stateroom | 1 | $12,190 | $16,790 |
| BE | Balcony Stateroon | 4,5,6,7,8 | $12,690 | $17,590 |
| BD | Balcony Stateroon | 5,6,7 | $12,790 | $17,690 |
| BB | Balcony Stateroon | 5,6,7,8 | $12,990 | $18,190 |
| P1 | Suite | 7,8 | $16,890 | $26,790 |
| Q4 | Suite | 7 | $18,590 | $29,990 |
| Included port and handling charges | $385 | $674 | ||
| Included gratuities | $270 | $270 | ||
| Included air taxes as at 1 July 2024 | $290 | $290 | ||
All cabins are subject to availability. Please call for fares and information on other cabin categories.
You can stay on in Canada for minimal additional cost. Please contact Travelrite on 1800 630 343 for more information
It is important that all tour participants have a basic level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this tour without the need of assistance from others.
TOUR OPERATOR:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005817 078)
is the tour organiser. The Queen Elizabeth is operated by Cunard Line and
the fly/cruise arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and
general information detailed in the Cunard Line website www.cunard.com .
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT:
A non-refundable deposit of $1200 per
passenger should be sent with a completed Travelrite International
booking form that lists your requested cabin category. As soon as the
booking is confirmed, (usually within 24 hours), a cruise confirmation
advice will be posted to the client. The passenger must also complete
the Cunard Line online cruise personaliser. Final payments are due to be
paid to Travelrite International 90 days prior to the commencement of the
fly/cruise. A 1.5% administration fee will be added to payments by Visa,
Mastercard and Amex cards.
CANCELLATION CHARGES:
| Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| Over 90 days | Loss of deposit |
| 90 days or less | 100% of full fare |
| Non appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
REFUNDS:
The cruise is based on arrangements which do not allow for any
refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals or other services
not utilised after the tour has commenced.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
All passengers will require a valid passport. If you
are not an Australian passport holder check with Travelrite International
for visa requirements.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Adequate travel insurance is highly recommended
to cover cruise members for the consequences of unforeseen events
during the cruise and for cancellation fees which could result from events
such as illness, accident, death etc.
BAGGAGE:
Passengers qualify for a 20kg free baggage allowance on
flights to join or return from the cruise.
MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS:
The fly/cruise arrangements have been
made on the basis of a minimum number of passengers travelling. In the
event that less than the required number of passengers have confirmed
their booking 90 days from the date of departure, Travelrite International reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of monies paid, or
offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified fare.
TOUR PARTICIPATION:
Children under 5 years of age are ineligible on coach & cruise tours. Children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Passengers with disabilities are welcome on Travelrite & Cruise Offers tours provided they are accompanied by a companion capable of providing all necessary assistance, and do not require special assistance from Travelrite & Cruise Offers personnel. Travelrite and Cruise Offers reserves the right to refuse to carry anyone if it is felt the individual cannot cope with the requirements of coach & cruise tour travel and who may require services and facilities that Travelrite & Cruise Offers cannot guarantee will be available. You agree to not hold the Travelrite & Cruise Offers responsible for any decision made by any of them or any service provider to refuse to carry you, provide any facilities or accommodation to you or to provide any service to you.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ATAS No. A10538)
is the tour organiser. Travelrite International Pty Ltd, its agents, officers,
affiliates, and/or suppliers of services pursuant to, or in connection with
these fly/cruises, shall act only as agents in making arrangements for
hotels, transportation, including transportation by ship, restaurants,
or any other service and do not assume any liability whatsoever for any
injury, damage, death, loss, accident or delay to person or property
due to an act of negligence or a default of any hotel, carrier restaurant
company or person rendering any services included in fly/cruises, or by
act of God. Further, no responsibilities are accepted for any damage or
delay due to sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, machinery break-down,
quarantine, government restraints, weather, terrorism or other causes
beyond their control. No responsibility is accepted for any additional
expense, omission, delays, re-routing or acts of any government
authority. Baggage is at owners’ risk throughout the fly/ cruise. The
passage contract between the carriers concerned, when issued, shall
constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the purchasers of
this fly/ cruise and/or the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw
any fly/cruise and/or make such changes in the fly/cruises as may be
found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and the
proper carrying out of the fly/cruise. If the tour leader is unable to lead
the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, for example illness, Travelrite
International reserves the right to replace the tour leader. This contract
shall be construed in accordance of the laws of the State of Victoria,
Australia and any legal action must be undertaken in the State of Victoria.
Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the Cunard Line
fly/cruise passage contract with Cunard Line, detailed on the back of the
Cunard Line reservation form. If you do not have a copy of this form please
contact Travelrite International and we will send one to you.
DELAYS AND UNFORESEEN EVENTS:
You engage Travelrite International
to book this tour on your behalf and you acknowledge that Travelrite Inter
national acts as your agent for the purpose of making contracts between
you and the various providers of accommodation, transportation and other services that comprise the tour. Travelrite International may without
reference to you provide or make available to you, or may as your agent
engage any third party to provide or make available to you, any good or
service which Travelrite International reasonably believes is necessary for
your benefit to maintain the tour itinerary, repatriate you or otherwise
accommodate, transport or sustain you in circumstances in which the
tour itinerary fails wholly or partly for any reason. You appoint Travelrite
International your attorney for this purpose. You agree to pay Travelrite
International any cost thereof and you indemnify Travelrite International
in respect of any cost it incurs in this regard. Travelrite advises you to
obtain travel insurance generally including in respect of the risk that any
such good or service may become required.
HOW TO BOOK:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form and
sending it with a non-refundable deposit of $1200 per person to:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd
423 Whitehorse Road Balwyn, Victoria 3103.
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free:1800 630 343
Telephone (03) 8803 6868
Email sales@travelrite.com.au
www.travelrite.com.au
ABOUT TRAVELRITE INTERNATIONAL:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd
(ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well-established travel company which has been
operating in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne for more than 40 years. It is
fully IATA and ATAS accredited: A10538. As such, it directly represents the
major airlines of the world and all major domestic and international tour
and transport operators. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member
of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents – AFTA.
“Absolutely fantastic tour. Covered all our expectations, wonderful group of people who we got to know really well. The Tour Manager was wonderful, very professional.”
“Tour Manager did a fantastic job. Local guides were excellent in every port. Sea activities with the group were fun and well organised. We enjoyed the cruise and have some wonderful memories.”
