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The MSC Opera is a medium-sized four-star ship. Refurbished in 2015 with new cabins, enlarged dining and updated spa facilities, it is sure to impress. Popular dining venues and bars include the Aroma Coffee Bar, the Gelateria Italiana and the Sottovento Pub. Entertainment abounds in the Teatro dell’Opera, the Piano Bar and the Cotton Club. Why not have a massage or treatment in the Aurea Spa or relax by the pool? A voyage on the MSC Opera is an experience to be remembered.
VIEW ITINERARY Day 1 Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Depart Australia
We depart Australia today on our flights to
South Africa.
Day 2 Thursday, 26 March 2026
Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
On our arrival into Johannesburg airport this
morning we transfer to our connecting flight to
Victoria Falls Airport. On arrival we are transferred to
Hwange National Park and our Safari Lodge. Named
after a local Nhanzwa chief, Hwange National
Park is the largest Park in Zimbabwe, occupying
roughly 14,650 square kilometers. It is located in
the northwest corner of the country about one
hour south of the mighty Victoria Falls. It became
the royal hunting grounds to the Ndebele warriorking
Mzilikazi in the early 19th century and was set
aside as a National Park in 1929. Hwange boasts
a tremendous selection of wildlife with over 100
species of mammals and nearly 400 bird species
recorded. The elephants of Hwange are world
famous and the Park’s elephant population is one of
the largest in the world.
Day 3 Friday, 27 March 2026 Hwange National Park Today we have our first safari at Hwange National Park. We will hopefully see the ‘Big 5’ – Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino and Buffalo. We’ll also see many varieties of colourful birds Our experienced guide will help us spot hard-to see animals, so we make the most of the safari.
Day 4 Saturday, 28 March 2026
Hwange National Park
Our second day on safari in the Hwange National
Park is sure to be another day of great wildlife
sightseeing and memorable experiences. The
afternoon is free to relax.
Day 5 Sunday, 29 March 2026
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
This morning we travel to Victoria Falls and enjoy a
sightseeing tour. Victoria Falls are among the most
spectacular waterfalls in the world. The Zambezi
River, which is more than 2 km wide at this point,
plunges noisily down a series of basalt gorges and
raises an iridescent mist that can be seen more than
20 km away. A great day to experience one of the
major natural wonders of the world.
Day 6 Monday, 30 March 2026
Victoria Falls
Today is a free day to explore the Victoria Falls area.
Day 7 Tuesday, 31 March 2026
Victoria Falls
A free day to explore the Victoria Falls area. Perhaps
try riding the rapids down the Zambezi River or a
helicopter flight over the falls.
Day 8 Wednesday, 1 April 2026
Cape Town, South Africa
Today we fly to the city of Cape Town, South Africa.
Known as the “Mother City”, Cape Town is the oldest
city in South Africa. Perched between the ocean and
Table Mountain, with a national park as its heart,
there is nowhere like Cape Town. On arrival we will
be transferred to our hotel.
Day 9 Thursday, 2 April 2026
Cape Town
Today we enjoy a sightseeing tour to see many
fabulous sights such as the imposing brick and
stucco Houses of Parliament, the Victoria and Alfred
dock area, and the Bo-Kaap area, where the Cape Malays live in brightly-coloured cube houses dating from the 18th and 19th centuries. We take the cable car up Table Mountain for wonderful views of Table Bay, the city and the sea (weather permitting).
Day 10 Friday, 3 April 2026
Cape Town
Today is a free day to enjoy Cape Town. You might wish to take a full day tour to the Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point, the most south-westerly tip of Africa.
Day 11 Saturday, 4 April 2026
Embarkation
Today we are transferred to the port to board the MSC Opera for our cruise up the west coast to Namibia. Please note we are travelling on a Jazz Themed Cruise.
Day 12 Sunday, 5 April 2026
At Sea
A free day to enjoy the facilities of the ship.
Day 13 Monday, 6 April 2026
Walvis Bay, Namibia
At 4.00pm, we arrive in Walvis Bay, a small port on the Skeleton Coast of Namibia and the gateway to the Namib Desert. Sheltered by the Pelican Point sand spit, its tidal lagoon is home to abundant birdlife including flamingos, pelicans and Damara terns. The harbour is busy with fishing boats and ships. Dolphins, whales and Cape fur seals inhabit the Atlantic waters around the Pelican Point Lighthouse.
Day 14 Tuesday, 7 April 2026
Walvis Bay
Take a tour into the desert or explore the curio markets, craft shops, art galleries, museums and the beachfront. The MSC Opera sails at 2.00pm.
Day 15 Wednesday, 8 April 2026
At Sea
A free day to enjoy the facilities of the ship.
Day 16 Thursday, 9 April 2026
Disembark/Cape Town
After disembarking the MSC Opera we are transferred to our hotel. The rest of the day is free.
Day 17 Friday, 10 April 2026
Depart Cape Town
This morning we are transferred to the airport for our flights back to Australia
Day 18 Saturday, 11 April 2026
Arrive Australia
Today we arrive in Australia and the tour concludes.
| Stateroom | Cabin | Deck | Twin-share Fare(PP) | Single Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interior Bella | IM1 | 7,8 | $6,299 | $7,709 |
| Ocean View Bella | OM1 | 7,8 | $6,399 | $7,879 |
| Balcony Bella | BM1 | 9,10 | $6,499 | $8,039 |
| Included port & handling charges | $240 | $240 | ||
| Included air taxes as at 1/11/24 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Included ship gratuities | $70 | $70 | ||
All cabins are subject to cabin availability. Please call for fares and information on other cabin categories. Please call for details on 1800 630 343.
You can stay longer in southern Africa for minimal cost. Please contact Cruise Offers Value Holidays on 1800 630 343 for more information.
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.
TOUR OPERATOR:
Cruise Offers Value Holidays (a division of Travelrite
International Pty Ltd – ABN 64 005 817 078) is the tour organiser.
TOUR COSTS:
The tour costs are based on airfare, shipping, general transport,
accommodation costs and foreign exchange rates at 1 November 2024 Cruise
Offers Value Holidays reserves the right to alter the costs if any of these factors
change, giving any passenger that has booked the right to withdraw with full
refund of monies paid or modify arrangements.
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT:
A non-refundable deposit of $1,500 per passenger
is required at the time of booking. Full payment will be required 92 days before
departure of the tour from Australia. A 1.5% administration fee will be charged
for payment by Visa, Mastercard and AMEX cards.
AIR TAXES:
Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Perth as listed in the itinerary.
Please contact us for airfares from different cities. Air taxes are valid as at 1
November 2024. If they change due to government and airline charges and
currency variations, Cruise Offers Value Holidays reserves the right to charge
additional amounts.
CANCELLATION CONDITIONS: Number of days before sailing.
* Cancellation conditions don’t apply for clients with future cruise/tour credits. Cruise/tour credits are non-refundable.
| Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| Over 92 days | $1,500 |
| 92 - or less | 100% of full fare |
| Non appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel insurance is recommended to cover the costs of
cancellation fees due to illness, death in family, etc.
MINIMUM TOUR NUMBERS AND CONDITIONS:
The tour has been priced on the
basis of a minimum number of passengers having booked 92 days prior to
departure. Travelrite International reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a
full refund of all monies paid or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at
a modified cost.
TOUR ORGANISATION:
Cruise Offers Value Holidays reserves the right to change
advertised entrances if necessary, for the smooth operation of the tour.
REFUNDS:
The tour is based on arrangements that do not allow for any refunds
in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals, airfare or other services not
utilized after the tour has commenced.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
All passengers will require a valid passport with at least
six months validity from your return date. Visas will be required for Zimbabwe
for Australian passport holders and are obtained on arrival into Victoria Falls.
If not an Australian passport holder, please contact your local embassy for visa
information.
BAGGAGE:
All passengers qualify for a 20kg free baggage allowance (1 piece
per person).
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.
RESPONSIBILITY:
Cruise Offers Value Holidays is the tour organiser. Travelrite
International acts only as an agent in the making of arrangements for hotels,
transportation, 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 the tour, 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. The passage contract between
the carriers concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between
the carriers and the purchasers of this tour and/or the passengers. The right is
reserved to withdraw any tour and/or make such changes in the tour as may be
found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and the proper
carrying out of the tour. This contract shall be construed in accordance of the
laws of the State of Victoria, Australia and any legal action must be taken in the
State of Victoria. Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the
MSC Opera cruise passage contract with MSC Cruises, detailed on their website
www.msccruises.com.au. If you do not have a copy of this please contact Cruise
Offers Value Holidays 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 International 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 International 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 $1,500 per person to:
Cruise Offers Value Holidays
423 Whitehorse Road
Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free: 1800 630 343 press option 1
Telephone: (03) 8803 6868
Email: valueholiday@cruiseoffers.com.au
ABOUT CRUISE OFFERS:
(A division of Travelrite
International Pty Ltd) is a well-established travel
company which has been marketing throughout
Australia for over 30 years. It has a fully ATAS
accredited (No. A10538) office at Balwyn, Victoria.
As such it directly represent the major airlines of
the world and all major domestic and international
hotel, tour and transport operators. Travelrite
International Pty Ltd is a full member of the
Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA.
“Exactly as promised, as per the itinerary. Local guides were excellent.”
“Very good tour. I would recommend it. Good value for money”
