Realm of the Polar Bear
2012 Dates and Cost
#Last Minute Saving#
20% off all 2012 Departure
Ends 31 May 2012
Selected Cabins Only - Book Now!
- M.S. Expedition - 8 days 29 Jun - 6 Jul 2012
- 8 days 6 - 13 Jul 2012
- 8 days 13 - 20 Jul 2012
- 8 days 20 - 27 Jul 2012
- 8 days 27 Jul - 3 Aug 2012
- 8 days 3 - 10 Aug 2012
| CAT 1A | CAT 1 | CAT 2 | CAT 3 | CAT 4 | CAT 5 |
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| AU$3,569 | AU$4,059 | Was |
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| #Now AU$3,885 | #Now AU$4,520 | #Now AU$5,230 | #Now AU$5,945 |
20% saving applies to new bookins only before 31 May 2012. Discount cannot be combined with any other offer.
Single supplements available at a rate of 1.6 X the respective room rate excluding Category 1.
CAT 1A: 2 upper berth, 2 lower berths, full ensuite washroom, porthole - CAT 1: 1 upper berth, 2 lower berths, full ensuite washroom, porthole - CAT 2: 2 lower berths, full ensuite washroom, porthole - CAT 3: 2 lower berths, full ensuite washroom, window - CAT 4: 2 lower berths, full ensuite washroom, large window - CAT 5: Queen bed, lounge area, upgraded full ensuite washroom, seveeral large windows and fridge. All cabins have private facilities.
What's included
- Spacious accomodations on board the M/S Expedition
- All meals while on board the ship (Excluding Drinks)
- Shore excursions and Zodiac cruises
- 10:1 Expedition staff and naturalists ratio
- Free Rubber Boots on Board
- Roundtrip LYR airport Transfers (depending on your flight details)
- Spitsbergen Destination Guide Book on 'Realm of the Polar Bear' Departures
What's not included
Airfare/Air Ticket taxes to or from the gateway city, whether on scheduled or charter flights; passport and visa expenses; government arrival and departure taxes; any meals ashore; baggage, cancellation and travel insurance (please note that emergency medical insurance is mandatory - see Terms and Conditions); excess baggage charges; laundry, bar, beverage and other personal charges; telecommunications charges; and the customary gratuity at the end of the voyage for stewards and other service personnel (guidelines will be provided).
How to Book
To initiate your reservations, please contact us as soon as possible to place an option on the cabin of choice. A Booking Form is to be signed, completed and returned to Adventure Associates along with your non-refundable deposit. Reservations are established only when you receive written confirmation and acceptance of the deposit and booking form.
| Deposit required per person: | AU$750 per person - Non refundable |
|---|---|
| Cruise balance due: | 90 days prior to departure |
| If booking within 89 days of departure: | full payment must be made. |
Cancellations and Refunds
Written instructions only will be accepted by Adventure Associates to cancel a reservation. Cancellation charges are subject to regulations or airlines, cruise companies, coach and tour operators, hotels and any other Principals involved. If it is necessary to cancel your arrangements, the following non-refundable provisions will apply.
| Up to 90 days prior to departure | Full loss of deposit |
|---|---|
| Between 89-60 days prior to departure | 50% of cost of service booked per person |
| On or within 60 days prior to departure | 100% of cost of service booked per person. |
If cancellation occurs within the 89 day period and full payment has not yet been received, the full penalty will still apply and unpaid monies are due immediately.
For these and other reasons mentioned below, you are strongly encouraged to obtain trip cancellation insurance.
