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21 FAIRYTALE DAYS ON EUROPE S FAMOUS WATERWAYS INCLUDES AMSTERDAM COLOGNE NUREMBERG VIENNA BRATISLAVA BUDAPEST DEPARTS MAY 21, 2020 A LUXURY RHINE & DANUBE RIVER CRUISE with your tour leaders John & Robyn Cooney

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FAIRYTALE DAYS

ON EUROPE’S FAMOUS WATERWAYS

INCLUDES

� AMSTERDAM

� COLOGNE

� NUREMBERG

� VIENNA

� BRATISLAVA

� BUDAPEST

DEPARTS MAY 21, 2020

A LUXURY RHINE & DANUBE

RIVER CRUISE

with your tour leaders John & Robyn Cooney

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I NDEX:

page

�3. The Big Idea: from�John�&�Robyn�Cooney

�3.� Tour Highlights: to�whet�your�appetite

�4. three�cheers�for�group�tours �5. Feedback: what�previous�Mad�Midlifers�have�said

�6. The River Cruise: with�Avalon Waterways �8. Oberammergau: 6-day�optional�Passion Play tour �9. Who’s Who? introducing�the�Cooneys�and�Glen�Armstrong

10. What About You? age,�health�&�mobility

10. compulsory�travel�insurance

12. Cabin Plan: on�the�Avalon Impression

13. Nitty Gritty: cabin�choice�… estimated�prices� 14. deck�options�&�prices�… deposits�… final�payment� 15. what’s�included/not�included?� 16. passports�etc�… upgrades�&�airpoints�… newsletters� 17. Main Itinerary: Rhine & Danube route�map�&�details

18. – Singapore�– Antwerp�– Bruges� 19. – all�aboard�the�Avalon Impression

19 – Amsterdam�– Cologne�– Rudesheim

20. – Wurzburg�– Rothenburg�– Bamberg� 21.� – Nuremberg– Regensburg�– Passau�– Linz�– Melk� 22. – Vienna�– Bratislava�– Budapest 23. Extra 6-Day Option: – Budapest�– Salzburg�– Oberammergau� 24. – Munich�– homeward�bound

25. Fine Print: booking�conditions

27. Booking Forms: one�form�required�per�person

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T ime for some midlife madness?

Can�you�imagine�getting�away�from�the�rush-rush-rush,�the�traffic-

jams,�and�the�hustle’n’bustle�of�everyday�life?�Can�you�imagine�relaxing�on�the�deck�of�a�top-of-the-line�RIVER-BOAT�while�you�cruise�at�leisure�through�some�of�Europe’s�loveliest�regions?�Can�you�imagine�gliding�past�fairytale�scenery�and�magical�landscapes�to�the�very�heart�of�famous�old�cities?�Well,�imagine�no�more! In�May�2020�we’re�heading�off�for�21�luxurious�days�in�the�company�of�other�fun-loving,�adventurous,�slightly-mad�midlifers!�We’ll�start�in�medieval�Bruges,�then�journey�in�laid-back�style�and�luxury�along�the�historic�Rhine�and�the�Blue�Danube�aboard�the�elegant,�stylish�Avalon Impression … unpacking�in�our�comfortable,�spacious�cabins�… with�all�entertainment,�shore�excursions,�meals�and�tipping�paid�for�in�advance.� MIDLIFE MADNESS:�that’s�what�we’re�going�to�have,�from�Amsterdam�to�Cologne�to�Vienna�to�Budapest�– plus�(for�those�who�have�secured�a�ticket)�a�6-day�optional�tour�to�the�once-a-decade�Oberammergau Passion Play in�the�Bavarian�Alps.� And�the�good�news�is:�YOU’RE�INVITED�TO�JOIN�US!

H ighlight after highlight

It’s�hard�to�know�where�to�start�– because�UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS will�just�keep�coming,�day�after�day�after�day.�Like�what?�Well,�like�…

fairytale�Bruges (Belgium),�its�dreamy�canals�and�cobbled�lanes�lined�with�whitewashed�medieval�almshouses� magical,�old,�scarred,�soothing�Amsterdam (Holland)�with�its�canals,�bikes,�dykes,�clogs�and�windmills

Cologne�(Germany),�Rhineland’s�capital�city,�with�its�14th�century�lacy-spired�Cathedral,�a�World�Heritage�Site

the�dramatic�Rhine Gorge,�the�famous�Lorelie Rock,�plus�Rudesheim’s�vineyards�and�Mechanical�Music�Museum� hidden�gems�of�the�beautiful�Main River,�its�shoreline�dotted�with�typically�picturesque�Bavarian villages Wurzburg, ‘Pearl�of�the�Romantic�Road’, with�its�towering�fortress,�baroque�Residenz�and�glorious�frescoes timeless,�stunningly-restored�Rothenburg�,�with�time�to�buy�a�cuckoo-clock�or�sip�a�glass�of�local�Tauber�wine� medieval�Bamberg,�World�Heritage�Site,�with�its�specialty�‘smoke�beer’ and�seven�hills�crowned�with�churches

the�half-timbered�Bavarian�houses�of�Roth … plus�the�Gothic�churches,�watchtowers�and�castle�of�Nuremberg

charming�Regensburg,�the�Danube’s�oldest�city�with�its�12th�century�Stone�Bridge�… plus�Weltenburg Monastery�� enchanting�Passau�(Austria),�‘City�of�Three�Rivers’ with�coloured�houses,�arcades�and�Europe’s�largest�pipe�organ� legendary�one-time�capital�Linz – alive�with�love,�art�and�music,�and�renowned�for�its�local�Linzer�Torte�(cake)� striking�Wachau Valley�and�stunning�Melk,�home�to�a�900-year-old�Benedictine�Abbey�and�its�ornate�pipe�organ�

The Big Idea …

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TOUR LEADERS – ROBYN & JOHN COONEY

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awe-inspiring�Vienna,�one-time�home�of�the�Hapsburg�Empire�and�of�classical�music�(Strauss,�Beethoven,�Mozart) lovingly�restored�Bratislava�(Slovakia),�with�its�old�squares,�restored�Old�Town�and�enormous�13th�century�castle

magnificent�Budapest�(Hungary),�‘Paris�of�the�East’, straddling�the�Danube�with�its�famous�Chain�Bridge

PLUS,�for�those�who�requested�one�of�our�now-sold-out�tickets,�a�6-day�optional�tour�to�witness�the�renowned�Oberammergau Passion Play … including�two-night�stops�in�Salzburg�and�Munich!

I n our humble opinion …

Travel�is�wonderful�– and�GROUP TRAVEL is�doubly-wonderful!�At�least,�that’s�been�our�experience,�ever�since�Midlife Madness Tours first�began.�When�you�go�adventuring�with�one�of�our�groups,�you�end�up�doing�

stuff,�going�places,�meeting�people,�grabbing�opportunities,�and�trying�things�that�you�mightn’t�have�the�courage�to�try�if�you�were�travelling�on�your�own.�Plus�you’ve�got�a�great�bunch�of�Kiwi�friends�to�share�these�experiences�with.�In�short,�there’s�no�end�to�the�fun�that�happens�and�memories�that�are�made�when�likeminded,�young-at-heart�people�go�adventuring�together.� And�as�for�CRUISING:�there’s�truly�no�lovelier�way�to�travel!�When�you�walk�onto�our�Avalon�floating-hotel�you�can’t�help�but�relax�– because�from�that�point�on�you’re�spoilt�rotten,�fed�and�watered�so�often�it’s�indecent,�and�waited�on�hand-and-foot�as�each�carefree�day�unfolds.�And�going�ashore�to�encounter�the�sights,�sounds,�smells,�tastes�and�experiences�that�await�you�– well,�it�couldn’t�be�easier. We’re�old�hands�when�it�comes�to�touring.�We�know�how�to�find�our�way�around�airports.�And�we�know�how�to�make�the�most�of�unique�travel�opportunities.�So�come�and�share�some�MIDLIFE MADNESS ON THE RHINE & DANUBE�with�us!�

D on’t delay: book now & pay your deposit

We�hope�you’ll�decide�to�join�us�– and�would�urge�you�to�act�promptly.�This�will�be�a�select�group,�with�places�on�this�popular�Rhine & Danube Cruise allocated�on�a�first-come-first-served�basis.�Regrettably,�

when�previous�Mad�Midlife�adventures�have�filled�up,�we’ve�had�to�turn�some�disappointed�people�away.�� Secure your place by phoning Glen Armstrong (House of Travel Ellerslie) on 0800 323 333 … or by emailing [email protected] … and sending your booking form and deposit (plus a copy of the main page from your passport) to House of Travel, PO Box 11164, Ellerslie, Auckland 1051.�

We�can’t�wait�to�share�this�unforgettable�slice-of-life�with�you�in�May�2020!�

Cheers�…

JOHN�&�ROBYN�COONEY�(Tour�Leaders)

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W hat others have said: The�prime�requirement�for�each�Mad�Midlife�tour�or�cruise�is:�WE’VE�GOTTA�HAVE�A�GOOD�TIME!�And�the�feedback�that�we�get�from�our�fellow�adventurers�speaks�for�itself.�

“The trip was absolutely unreal – loved every bit of it – a new adventure each day!” (Sherrol) “You put a great deal of effort into organising this trip – thank you. We visited places we’d only dreamed about.

The whole thing was the best ‘away’ experience we’ve ever had!” (Ray) “We have wonderful memories of another amazing adventure with you lovely people!” (Nola�&�John) “I congratulate you – I had a better time than I ever imagined. Everything went so smoothly, our group was so

friendly, and no one felt left-out.” (Zelda) “It was a totally magical experience. Thanks to you both for taking such good care of us.” (Soon�Ja) “A wonderful trip! I was hesitant at first about going on a group tour, but I’m so pleased I joined you. It all went so

smoothly, without a hitch. I’d recommend your tours to anyone!”�(June) “Thanks for being such kind and thoughtful friends, as well as delightful tour leaders.” (Patty) “An amazing trip! Thanks for all the fun and laughter you instigated along the way. You’re amazing!” (Shirley) “Thanks for always going the second mile! We appreciate your enthusiasm.” (Marie�&�Warwick) “Particular thanks for your professionalism, your meticulous attention to detail (both prior to the trip and during

it), and your many kindnesses. We will be happy to join you on another occasion.” (Les�&�Marion) “It was all so much more than we had envisaged, and you really did make it fun.” (Brian)� “I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our tour. Have bored everyone to tears since, raving on and on about the

things we did and the wonderful friends we made. “ (Diane) “Thanks for all the advance planning you did to create this amazing tour. Thanks for being delightful tour leaders,

and such kind and thoughtful friends. You take the stress out of travel. We can certainly understand why people choose to go with you again and again.” (Maureen�&�Kevin)�

“My absolute best travel experience ever!” (Anne)

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Feedback …

Bratislava

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valon Impression

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P remium-class luxury: Avalon Waterways

The�Avalon Waterways fleet�ranks�amongst�the�most�beautiful�ships�cruising�Europe’s�great�rivers.�These�stylish,�elegant�vessels�have�every�mod-con�you�can�imagine�– boasting�premium�class�luxury�with�all�the�

comforts�you’d�expect�in�a�floating�hotel�… plus�incomparable�views�of�the�‘floating-by’ scenery.�In�short,�you’ll�be�pampered�to�bits�from�the�moment�you�step�on�board! Unlike�a�coach�tour,�we�won’t�waste�hours�each�day�on�the�road.�Instead,�we’ll�sail�(mostly�during�the�night)�through�the�very�heart�of�our�destination.�And�with�‘walk-right-off’ access�to�these�stunning�European�locations,�we’re�promised�a�totally�memorable�immerse-yourself�experience.� Avalon Waterways offer�a�delightfully�intimate�cruise�setting.�The�spacious�Deluxe Staterooms�feature�two�picture�windows�… premium�beds�with�Egyptian-cotton�linens�… under-bed�luggage�storage�… writing�desk�&�chair�… flat-screen�TV�… in-room�safe�… large�private�ensuite�with�shower�&�L'Occitane�bath�products�… bathrobes,�slippers�&�hairdryer�… and�ample�closet�space.�Panorama Suites�feature�the�same�as�above,�except�large�floor-to-ceiling�windows�replace�the�picture�windows,�transforming�the�living�space�into�a�unique�open-air�balcony�and�giving�you�the�opportunity�to�wake�each�morning�to�the�enchanting�scenery�and�a�fresh�breeze.� Gourmet pleasures�of�the�highest�standard�(including�healthy�choices,�vegetarian�options,�and�allergy -free�selections)�are�served�at�every�meal�in�the�spacious�open-seating�dining�room�… full�buffet�breakfast�with�made-to-

order�egg�station�… lunch�buffet�with�carving�and�pasta�stations�(plus�Sky�Bistro�lunch�option�on�the�Sky�Deck)�…

Royal Suite

Panorama Suite

Deluxe Stateroom

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four-course�dinners with�choice�of�appetizers,�soups,�salads,�entrées�and�desserts�or�cheese�… plus�complimentary�wine,�beer,�or�soft�drinks�with�lunch�and�dinner Here’s a sample of what else awaits us on board: self-serve�beverage�station�with�complimentary�tea,�coffee,� afternoon�tea�featuring�tea,�coffee�&�sweet�treats

happy�hour�every�evening�including�featured�drink�specials

friendly,�English-speaking�crew�and�Cruise�Director sightseeing�with�certified�local�guides

headsets�for�guided�shore�excursions� onboard�lectures,�activities�&�nightly�entertainment Sky�Deck�whirlpool�&�games�area

complimentary�WiFi English-speaking�TV�channels�with�over�100�movie�options

hair�salon�… well-stocked�library�… fitness�centre

bicycles�available�onboard�for�complimentary�check-out fresh�fruit�available�throughout�the�day

As�you�can�see,�luxury�river�cruising�is�a�tough�way�to�travel.�But�someone�has�to�do�it�– right?�– and�it�might�as�well�be�YOU.� Decide�now�you’re�gonna�come�with�us! You�won’t�regret�it,�that’s�a�promise!

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P assion Play: 6-day optional extra tour

The�world-renowned�Passion�Play,�staged�once�every�10�years�in�the�village�of�Oberammergau (Bavaria,�Southern�Germany),�will�be�performed�in�2020.�And�if�you’d�like�to�personally�witness�this�unique�re-

enactment,�you�can�join�us�for�a�short,�optional-extra�tour�(following�our�Mad Midlife cruise�on�the�Rhine & Danube). The Oberammergau Passion Play�dates�back�to�1633�and�the�Thirty�Years�War�when,�after�much�suffering�and�death�caused�by�the�plague,�with�millions�dead�and�dying�all�over�Europe,�the�surviving�population�of�this�alpine�village�vowed�that,�if�they�were�spared�from�extinction,�they�would�perform�“the play of the suffering, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ” every�10�years.�They’ve�kept�their�promise�throughout�the�centuries,�and�the�power�and�mystique�of�their�six-hour�performance�draws�more�and�more�visitors�each�decade�– more�than�half�a�million�in�2010.� Situated�in�Bavaria’s�stunningly�beautiful�alps,�Oberammergau�Village�is�also�famous�for�its�wood�carvings,�plus�the�glorious�frescos�that�adorn�the�walls�of�the�old�houses.�And�the�Passion�Play�– which�takes�place�on�a�huge�purpose-built�outdoor�stage,�with�the�sky�and�mountains�as�backdrops�– is�a�wonderful�spectacle�of�pageantry�and�devotion�involving�almost�half�the�population�and�a�cast�of�more�than�2000�villagers.� With�the�help�of�our�booking�agent,�Glen Armstrong (House�of�Travel�Ellerslie),�we’ve�arranged�a�great�Oberammergau�Tour�for�our�Kiwi�group�(itinerary�p23�– cost�p13).�And�if�YOU’D�like�to�personally�witness�the�Passion�Play,�you can join us for�the�extra�6-days�at�the�end�of�our�River�Cruise.� Please�don’t�delay�making�a�decision.�Tickets�are�already�selling�fast�for�the�Passion�Play,�and�accommodation�will�quickly�be�claimed.�Register�your�interest�and�secure�your�place�now:�phone�Glen�on�0800 323 333 … or�email�[email protected].

Oberammergau

SORRY – FULL!

Our limited tickets for Oberammergau

have all been claimed.

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Who’s Who?

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T our leaders: John & Robyn Cooney

International travel has�featured�high�on�our�agenda�for�several�decades�now.�In�between�kids�and�grandkids�and�publishing�the�family�magazine�Grapevine�(which�we�established�back�in�1981),�we’ve�been�

privileged�to�visit�many�stunning�destinations:�Europe,�the�UK,�Singapore,�Vanuatu,�the�USA,�Israel,�Egypt,�Africa�(Kenya�&�Tanzania),�China,�Laos-Cambodia-Vietnam,�the�Mediterranean,�the�Baltic,�India,�China,�South�America,�Canada,�Alaska.�And�somehow,�amongst�all�this�rushing-around,�we�launched�Midlife Madness Tours. Travel,�we’ve�discovered,�is�an�all-five-senses�experience�– a�chance�to�see,�feel,�smell,�hear�and�taste�the�world.�And�you’ve�got�to�believe�us:�sightseeing�as�a�group�of�laid-back�Kiwis�is�DOUBLE�the�fun!�We�hesitate�to�call�ourselves�‘experts’ – but�we�relish�the�chance�to�explore�new�countries,�cultures�and�customs�… we’re�at-home�in�airports,�hotels,�cruise�ships,�and�the�like�… and�we�know�how�to�make�the�most�of�a�unique�travel�opportunity.� Our�2020 RHINE & DANUBE CRUISE can’t�come�quick�enough�– lots�of�laughs,�great�company,�memories�that�will�last�forever.�And�we’re�so�looking�forward�to�our�return�visit�to�Oberammergau!�Here’s�hoping�YOU�will�join�us�…

John�&�Robyn�Cooney,�PO�Box�212,�Whangamata�3643,�NZ

Phone:�021�643�078�(mob) Email:�[email protected]�… Website:�www.midlifemadness.tours

Travel�Blog:�www.midlifemadness.wordpress.com

Facebook:�www.facebook.com/MidlifeMadnessTours

B ookings manager: Glen Armstrong at House of Travel Ellerslie

House of Travel Ellerslie is�an�IATA-bonded�consultancy,�serving�passionate�travellers�like�you�since�2004.�Glen and his team�bring�to�Midlife�Madness�Tours�extensive�experience�with�group�travel,�plus�a�commitment�to�helping�the�Cooneys�provide�the�very�best�by�way�of�hassle-free�adventures�– so�you�can�enjoy�every�minute�and�not�worry�about�a�thing!�House of Travel is�a�New�Zealand�owned�and�operated�travel�company,�established�in�1987,�with�65�outlets�nationwide.�Glen�and�his�team�look�forward�to�talking�with�you�about�your�booking�arrangements�… travel�insurance�… and�any�other�touring�queries�or�requirements.�

House�of�Travel,�PO�Box�11164,�Ellerslie,�Auckland�1051,�NZ

Street�address:�108�Main�Highway,�Ellerslie,�Auckland

Phone:�tollfree�0800�323�333�… Office:�09�525�2363� Email:�[email protected] … Website:�www.hotellerslie.co.nz�

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What About You?

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a ge, health & mobility

This�tour�(as�the�name�suggests)�is�a�little�different�to�most.�We�use�the�term�‘midlife’ loosely�(with�tongue-

in-cheek),�because�most of the folk who come with us on these well-paced, hassle-free adventures are in their 60s and 70s!�You�see,�in�our�experience,�AGE�isn’t�as�important�as�ATTITUDE.�And�your�date-of-birth�isn’t�as�relevant�as�your�health,�mobility�and�outlook.� We’re�keen�to�attract�like-minded, fun-loving, young-at-heart travellers – no�matter�what�their�age.�And�our�groups�have�always�included�a�good�mix�of�singles�and�couples�… plus�a�good�mix�of�ages:�most�in�their�middle�years�or�retired�… some�younger�… and�some�older�still,�who�often�turn�out�to�be�the�life’n’soul�of�the�party! Yes,�this�Midlife�Madness�tour�involves�lengthy�flights,�some�long�days,�lots�of�getting�on-and-off�our�cruise-

ship,�and�daily�walking/standing/seeing/doing.�Which�probably�makes�it�unsuitable�for�you�if�you�have�a�disability�… mobility/balance�problems�… heart/lung/eyesight�conditions�… or�other�health�issues�that�could�(i)�place�you�at�unreasonable�risk,�(ii)�require�extra�time/attention�from�the�tour�leaders,�or�(iii)�slow�down�the�group�as�a�whole.�And,�yes,�to�be�on�the�safe�side,�if�you’re�75 years old (or more),�you’ll�be�asked�to�complete�a�Medical�Certificate�(see below) – which�may�require�some�input�from�your�doctor. But the GOOD NEWS is: if you’re fit, healthy and able to keep up … if you want to have fun-fun-fun, go mildly wild, and laugh yourself silly with a bunch of fellow-Kiwis … then YOU’LL FIT IN JUST FINE!

M edical Certificate please

1. You�must advise us,�at�the�time�of�booking�(and�later,�should�things�change),�if� you�have�ANY�relevant�health�or�mobility�problems�we�need�to�be�aware�of.�

2. If�you�have�any�health�or�mobility�problems�– or�if�you’re�75 years old (or more) – you’ll�be�asked��to�complete�a�Midlife�Madness�Medical Certificate�(from�House�of�Travel) – which�may�require�some�input�from�your�doctor.�(This�information�will�be�treated�confidentially.)

3. If�we�believe�this�tour�is�unsuitable�for�you�(for�health�or�mobility�reasons): a. we�may�decline�your�booking,�with�regret�(we’d�encourage�you�to�join�a�slower-

paced,�less-demanding�tour)�… or� b. if�you�were�intending�to�travel�on�your�own,�we�may�request that you travel with

someone else�(your�wife/husband/partner,�a�family�member,�a�close�friend,�a�travel-buddy)�– who�can�accompany�you�and�provide�any�special�assistance�you�may�need.

T ravel insurance – compulsory

Travelling�with�no�(or�inadequate)�cover�is�highly�risky�– and,�should�an�accident�or�illness�occur�while�you’re�overseas,�it�can�prove�extremely�costly!�Which�is�why�we require everyone joining this Midlife

Madness Tour to have adequate, up-to-date insurance (including�provision�for�emergency�evacuation).�Regrettably,

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failure to attend to this could result in your booking being declined.� Please,�therefore,�consider�the�following�two�options:

1. You�can�sign up for our RECOMMENDED TRAVEL INSURANCE.�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�offer�a�valuable discount (up to 20%)�that�you�might�like�to�take�advantage�of.�Simply�call�Glen Armstrong�on�0800 323 333�

(toll-free)�and�ask�for�a�quote�… or�send�Glen�an�email:�[email protected].�Please�also�tick�the�RECOMMENDED�TRAVEL�INSURANCE�box�on�your�Booking�Form�(down�the�right-hand�side�of�the�form). Glen�will�get�back�to�you�with�a�quote,�plus�further�information.�Your�travel�insurance�discount�(up�to�20%�off�the�premium)�will�be�deducted�by�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�from�your�final�tour�invoice.�

2. Alternatively,�you can arrange YOUR OWN INSURANCE,�if�you�wish.�However,�to�avoid�any�unpleasant�or�expensive�shocks�(in�the�unlikely�event�of�an�accident�or�illness): a. please check your policy’s fine-print�carefully�and�make�sure�you�know�what�you’re�covered�for�– and�

what�you’re�not�covered�for.�For�example,�you�should be covered�for�‘emergency�evacuation’ (in�the�event�of�serious�injury�or�illness)�and�‘civil�commotion’ (in�the�event�of�riots�and�demonstrations).�If�in�doubt,�discuss�your�concerns�asap�with�Glen at�House of Travel Ellerslie.

b. please provide us with a copy of your policy document,�showing�the�insurance�company,�policy�number,�emergency�contact�numbers,�etc�– so�we�have�this�information�on�hand,�should�a�situation�arise.

CONFUSED?� If�you�need�to�discuss�age/health/insurance�matters,�get�in�touch�with�Glen (House�of�Travel�Ellerslie): phone�0800 323 333�(toll-free)�or�email�[email protected].�

Nuremberg

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valon Cabin Plan

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C hoosing your cabin … We’ve�requested�allocations�and�prices�for�various�options�and�deck-levels�aboard�the�Avalon Impression:�

Cabins�on�the�INDIGO DECK�feature�picture�windows�which�are�fixed – i.e.�don’t�open – no�balcony.

Cabins�on�the�SAPPHIRE DECK�feature�large�floor-to-ceiling�windows�that�transform�into�an�open-air�balcony.

Cabins�on�the�ROYAL DECK�feature�large�floor-to-ceiling�windows�that�transform�into�an�open-air�balcony.�

F eatures: Each�air-conditioned�STATEROOM and�SUITE faces�out�(offering�river-views),�with�a�spacious�3-door�wardrobe,�

flat-screen�TV,�en-suite�bathroom�with�shower/WC,�and�a�double-bed�– which�can�be�made�up�as�two�singles.�(Cabin�layouts�may�vary�from�those�shown�here.)� Confused?�Talk�to�Glen�– phone�0800 323 333.

e stimated all-up prices: from $16,699 pp share-twin

Confirmed�prices�won’t�be�known�until�later�this�year,�and�are�subject�to�unexpected�increases�and/or�currency�exchange�fluctuations.�They�vary�according�to�your�choice of stateroom or suite – and�whether�or�not�you’ll�continue�with�us�on�the�Oberammergau�6-day�optional�tour. Prices�shown�are�share-twin – which�means�you�share�a�

cabin/hotel�rooms�with�your�spouse/partner/friend.� If�you’re�travelling alone and want to share a cabin/hotel

rooms,�talk�to�Glen�(House�of�Travel�Ellerslie)�– free-phone�0800 323 333 – there’s�a�good�chance�he�can�match�you�up�with�another�suitable�single�traveller.

If�you’re�travelling alone and require a cabin/hotel room all to yourself,�ask�Glen about�single options�and�prices.

The Nitty Gritty INDIGO�STATEROOM

SAPPHIRE�SUITE

ROYAL�SUITE

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D eposits required & final payment: The�Rhine & Danube�is�a�super-popular�river-cruise�(especially�around�the�dates�we’ve�chosen)�… and�available�cabin-space�will�sell�out�fast.�We�must�make�early�commitments�(and�pay�group�deposits)�to�be�

sure�of�the�cabins�we�need.� And�then�there’s�Oberammergau:�tickets�for�the�once-every-10-years�Passion Play are�already�selling�fast.�To�secure�the�performance�date�we�require�(plus�suitable�accommodation)�we’ve�pre-purchased�a�strictly�limited�number�of�first-class�tickets�– which�we�will�allocate�on�a�first-come-first-served�basis.� If�you�want�to�be�certain�of�a�cruise-cabin�– plus�(if�you’re�keen�to�come)�a�place�on�our�6-day�Oberammergau�tour�– please�complete�the�Booking�Form�(attached)�and�send�it�asap,�with�your�first�deposit,�to�House of Travel, PO Box 11164, Ellerslie, Auckland 1051.�

1ST DEPOSIT (with�booking):�$1,500�pp�– refundable�until�Oct�1,�2019�(less�$250�cancellation�fee�– see�p25)�

2ND DEPOSIT (due�Oct�1,�2019):�$1,500�pp�– non-refundable

FINAL PAYMENT DUE:�February 1, 2020 (your�final�invoice�will�be�sent�out�in�December�2019)�

(Note: if you wish to pay your deposits ONLINE – by credit card or direct credit – please phone Glen at House of Travel for a secure link and their bank account details: 0800 323 333)

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Midlife Madness on the

RHINE & DANUBE

Main River Cruise

21 Days

Oberammergau 6-Day Tour

(*estimate only – to be confirmed)

Cabin Options Available: Prices shown here are share-twin, and include all airfares, transfers, hotels, cruise, sightseeing,

most meals, tips, etc – as detailed over page and in the Final Itinerary.

INDIGO DECK – category�E ������=�$16,699 per�person plus�$2,995 pp�extra*

“ “ – category�D ��plus�$500 pp�extra plus�$2,995 pp�extra*

SAPPHIRE DECK – category�B plus�$2,988 pp�extra plus�$2,995�pp�extra*

“ “ – category�A plus�$3,178 pp�extra plus�$2,995 pp�extra*

ROYAL DECK – category�P plus�$3,398 pp�extra plus�$2,995 pp�extra*

Cologne Cathedral

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W hat’s included in the prices?

Like�we�say,�pretty much everything!�Why?�Well,�experience�has�taught�us�that�Kiwi�travellers�prefer�to�know�– and pay – up�front�and�in�advance�...�rather�than�having�to�find�

substantial�extra�dollars�during�the�tour�for�unplanned�sightseeing,�meals,�tipping,�etc.� Take�SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS,�for�example�– which,�on�a�tour�like�this,�can�easily�total�$1,500-to-

$2,000 per person.�Many�tour�promoters�don’t�include�the�cost�of�these�in�their�advertised�prices,�but�we�do – selecting�the�very�best�options�for�our�Kiwi�group�in�advance.�The�same�goes�for�TIPPING�(a�hassle,�and�a�necessary�evil,�which�can�add�hundreds�of�dollars�to�the�cost�of�a�trip)�… and�expensive�MEALS�in�nice�restaurants�… all included�in�our�Mad�Midlife�price.� So�when�you’re�trying�to�compare�similar�tours�and�prices�being�offered,�remember:�our�2020 Rhine & Danube Cruise�(plus�Oberammergau)�prices�include�SO�MUCH�MORE!�Here’s�what’s�covered:

AIRFARES�(economy):� Auckland�to�Amsterdam,�Budapest/Munich�to�Auckland

SINGAPORE: stopover�(on�outbound�flight) TAXES: airport�taxes�and�airline�security�taxes

HOTEL: in�Amsterdam�(including�breakfast) 15-DAY RIVER CRUISE: aboard�the�Avalon Impression including�meals,�entertainment�and�gratuities PORT�CHARGES: and�port�taxes�on�all�cruise�stopovers

TRANSFERS:� between�airports�and�hotel�and�piers MEALS�ASHORE: as�detailed�in�the�final�itinerary

SIGHTSEEING:� all�excursions�and�entrance�fees�as�detailed�in�the�final�itinerary

TIPPING: all�gratuities�to�local�guides,�drivers,�porters,�ship�crew,�etc

LOCAL�GUIDES: services�of�experienced�guides�on�shore�excursions

TOUR�LEADERS: all�the�help�that�John�&�Robyn�Cooney�can�offer PLUS OBERAMMERGAU: the�6-day�optional�tour�(if�you�choose�to�join�us)�– travel,�hotels,�meals,�

plus�first�class�Passion�Play�ticket�as�detailed�in�our�Final�Itinerary

W hat’s not included?

passport�fees optional�excursions�and�sightseeing�not�in�final�itinerary�(e.g.�when�you’re�on�your�own) meals,�other�than�those�detailed�in�the�final�itinerary

drinks�with�meals�or�otherwise�(except�tea�or�coffee,�and�complimentary�wine�on�board) travel�insurance

items�of�a�personal�nature�(e.g.�medical�expenses,�laundry,�phone�calls,�souvenirs)

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EXPENSIVE EXCURSIONS & EXTRAS

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T ravel documents

All�tour�members�need�a�current�PASSPORT (valid�for�at�least�6�months�after�return�to�NZ).�A�RETURNING RESIDENT’S VISA is�also�required�for�holders�of�other�than�NZ�Passports.�If�you�need�assistance�with�

either�of�these�documents,�contact�Glen at�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�– phone�tollfree�0800�323�333.

s ingapore Airlines stuff-you-should-know

1. PREMIUM ECONOMY or BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADE:�If�you�would�like�to�fly�Premium�Economy�or�Business�Class,�please�phone�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�on�0800�323�333�for�an�estimated�upgrade�price.

2. AIRPOINTS:�To�receive�frequent�flyer�points�for�our�upcoming�flights�you�need�to�join�Singapore�Airlines�KRISFLYER�programme.�Joining�is�easy�and�free:�go�to�www.singaporeair.com … click�‘KrisFlyer’ … click�‘Join Now’ … then�fill�in�the�form�and�hit�‘send’.�Alternatively,�you�can�phone�0800�750�760. Once�you�have�your�KrisFlyer�number,�please�let�Glen�know.�KrisFlyer�points,�can�be�used�on�Air�NZ�Domestic,�Tasman�or�Pacific�Islands�flights�– as�well�as�on�Singapore�Airlines.

3. COMING FROM OUTSIDE OF AUCKLAND:�If,�when�joining�the�tour,�you’ll�fly�from�Wellington�or�Christchurch,�ask�about�the�special�connect-to-Auckland�or�direct-to-Singapore�flights�offered�by�Singapore�Airlines.

a fter the cruise: extending your trip

Our�MIDLIFE MADNESS�cruise�ends�in�Budapest,�Hungary.�Those�who�are�returning�home�will�transfer�to�the�airport�for�our�Singapore�Airlines�flight�back�to�New�Zealand.

You�could,�however,�join�us�for�the�extra�6�day-optional�tour�to�OBERAMMERGAU … or�you�could�spend�some�extra�time�in�Europe�or�the�UK. You�could�travel�by�air/coach/train/rental�car�– the�possibilities�are�endless!�And,�with�Singapore�Airlines,�you�can�fly�home�later�from�Rome,�Amsterdam,�Istanbul,�Copenhagen,�Frankfurt,�Zurich,�Paris,�Milan,�Barcelona�or�London.� Phone�Glen tollfree�on�0800�323�333�to�discuss�options.

M eanwhile, we’ll keep you posted

Between�now�and�our�departure,�we’ll�keep�you�updated�with�TOUR TEASERS (giving�you�a�background�‘taste’ of�the�places�we’ll�be�stopping�

at)�… plus�occasional�Midlife�Madness�NEWSLETTERS�(giving�you�important�details�re�our�tour,�travel�tips,�what�to�pack,�money-money-money,�etc).�In�short,�we’ll�do�everything�we�can�to�help�you�prepare�for�– and�gain�the�MAX�from�– this�fabulous�travel�experience!�So what are you waiting for? Decide now you’re going to join us!

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L et us explain … This�Mad�Midlife�adventure�will�take�us�2000�kilometres�… in�pampered�luxury�… along�three�of�the�big�names�in�rivers:�the�Rhine,�Main�and�Danube�… through�Holland,�Germany,�Austria,�Slovakia,�Hungary�… past�

wide-open�spaces,�quaint�villages,�proud�castles,�impressive�cathedrals�… and�right�into�the�throbbing�hearts�of�dazzling�cities.� In�short,�the�Rhine & Danube Cruise is�one�of�the�most�exciting�and�varied�river�adventures�on�offer. Plus,�if�you’d�like�to�join�us,�we’re�adding�an�extra�6-day�optional�tour�– to�the�unforgettable,�once-a-decade�Oberammergau Passion Play. WOW! BRING IT ON!

We’ll�be�making�frequent, carefully planned stopovers … and�will�get�to�enjoy�a choice selection of top-quality shore excursions … plus�we’ll�add�some nice extra touches of our own.� We’ll�give�you�full�details�of�our�flight�times,�cruise�arrival/departure�times,�stopovers,�sightseeing,�etc�in�a�FINAL ITINERARY.�But,�for�now,�we’ve�assumed�that�(like�us)�you’ll�want�to�experience�as�much�as�possible�… without�getting�bored�or�exhausted�… and�with�time�in-between�to�kick�back�and�relax.�Right?�And�what�we’ve�ended�up�with�is�a�superb�all-inclusive�package.� So�read�on,�because�this�interim itinerary is�sure�to�whet�your�appetite�...

Our Itinerary ...

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Singapore

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Midlife Madness on the Rhine & Danube: May 2020 Itinerary

Thursday�21� let the fun begin! We�depart�on�our�Singapore�Airlines�flight,�arriving�in�Singapore in�the�evening�and�transferring�

to�our�hotel.�It’s�easy�to�get�to�the�picturesque�Singapore�River,�or�the�famous�Orchard�Road�and�a�zillion�shops�– so�those�of�us�who�can’t�sleep�can�do�some�late-night�exploring�…

Friday�22� sampling a taste of Asia� (B) After�waking�and�downing�a�delicious�breakfast,�we�have�the�rest�of�the�day�at�leisure�– and�

there’s�HEAPS�to�see�and�do:�you�could�ride�a�sampan�down�the�Singapore�River�… explore�the�ultra-modern�Gardens�By�The�Bay�or�the�spectacular�National�Orchid�Gardens�… grab�some�up-

high�views�aboard�the�Singapore�Flyer�(a�giant�ferris-wheel)�… enjoy�English�High�Tea�or�a�‘Singapore�Sling’ at�the�famous�Raffles�Hotel�… snooze�in�your�room,�or�splash�in�the�hotel�pool.

Later�in�the�day,�we transfer�to�Changi�Airport�and�the�next�leg�in�our�exciting�journey�…

Saturday�23� hello Belgium!

(D) We�touch�down�early�morning�in�Amsterdam – unload�bags�and�bodies�onto�our�waiting�coach�– then�drive�to�Antwerp (Belgium)�and�an�early�check-in�at�our�hotel.�The�rest�of�the�day�is�yours:�to�catch�up�on�sleep�and�get�acquainted�with�Belgium’s�second�city.�It�has�long�been�a�powerful�magnet�for�everyone�from�fashion�moguls�to�art�lovers�– and�(drum-roll)�now�WE’RE�here,�even�if�only�for�one�night!�

If�you�want�to�get�LOST,�that’s�fine�– but�make�sure�you�get�FOUND�again.�Because,�this�evening,�we�enjoy�our�fun-filled�‘Midlife Madness Welcome Dinner’ … Yeehaa!

Sunday�24 Antwerp to Bruges

(B) Bruges’ beauty�was�brought�to�a�wider�audience�when�it�was�the�focus�of�a�blockbuster�movie�starring�Colin�Farrell�in�2008,�but�it�has�always�been�a�stunning�place�to�visit,�with�canals�reminiscent�of�Venice�and�gothic�style�architecture�to�rival�any�other�European�city.�The�city�itself�is�a�UNESCO�Heritage�Site�and�it’s�not�hard�to�see�why.�

If�you�go�exploring�in�Bruges�today�(once�we’ve�arrived�and�checked�in�to�our�hotel�for�the�next�two�nights),�make�sure�to�climb�the�Belfry�tower�for�the�best�views.�And,�for�something�really�unusual,�visit�the�Museum�of�Torture�– it’s�exactly�what�it�says!

Amsterdam

Bruges

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Monday�25 sightseeing in Bruges

(B) Distinguished�by�its�canals�and�cobblestone�streets,�Bruges�is�living�evidence�that�fairytales�exist.�Old�world�charm�aplenty,�there’s�no�question�that�this�is�the�most�beautiful�town�in�Belgium.�Today�we�enjoy�a�guided�tour�of�the�superbly-restored�Old�Town�– photogenic�market�squares,�soaring�towers,�historic�churches�and�lane�after�lane�of�old�whitewashed�almshouses.�

Tuesday�26� welcome aboard the Avalon Impression … (B,�D) This�morning�we�transfer�back�to�Amsterdam�– then,�In�the�late�afternoon,�we�drive�to�the�

cruise�terminal�where�the�elegant�Avalon Impression awaits�us!�Get�onboard,�little�children,�because�our�MAD MIDLIFE adventure on the RHINE & DANUBE�is�about�to�begin!�Prepare�to�be�disgustingly�pampered�for�the�next�15�romantic�days�…

Wednesday�27� Amsterdam: bikes, dykes & windmills (B,�L,�D) Amsterdam is�one�of�the�world’s�best�and�oldest�hangouts.�And,�this�morning,�we�enjoy�a�

magical�canal-cruise along�tree-lined�waterways�in�one�of�the�city’s�famous�glass-covered�boats.�Keep�an�eye�out�for�windmills,�bikes,�Burgher’s�mansions,�gabled�roofs,�floating�houseboats,�and�the�‘Magere�Brug’ (the�city’s�most�photographed�bridge).

Then,�come�early�afternoon,�our�Avalon Cruise gets�underway,�sailing�along�the�Rijnkanaal,�through�the�flat�polder�landscape�of�Southern�Holland,�towards�the�German�border.�

Just�sit�back�and�enjoy�the�scenery,�folks,�because�there’s�oodles�of�it!�

Thursday�28� Cologne & its Gothic cathedral (B,�L,�D) Prost!�(Cheers!)�Early�this�morning�we�cruise�past�the�great�industrial�cities�of�Duisburg�and�

Essen,�prior�to�docking�in�Cologne.�This�famous�city,�founded�by�the�Romans,�has�long�been�an�important�trading�centre�– and�is�dominated�by�its�vast�Gothic�Cathedral,�started�in�1248�as�a�pilgrimage�church�to�house�the�relics�of�the�three�Magi.�Don’t�put�your�neck�out�peering�up�at�its�soaring�twin�steeples.�

Don’t�miss�the�chance�(after�our�city�walk)�for�a�glass�of�Kolsch�pale�lager�– locally�brewed�for�over�100�years!�

In�the�evening,�we�enjoy�some�live�entertainment�as�we�continue�cruising�along�the�Rhine�…

Friday�29 Rhine Gorge & Rudesheim (B,�L,�D) Eat,�drink�and�be�merry,�folks!�Today�we’re�in�wine�country�… sailing�along�what�is�probably�the�

most�famous�and�most�scenic�stretch�of�the�Rhine�Valley.�You’ll�definitely�want�to�be�up�on�the�

Cologne

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top�deck�as�we�motor�past�terraced�vineyards,�hilltop�castles,�attractive�riverside�villages,�and�the�famous�rock�of�the�Lorelei.�

This�afternoon,�when�our�ship finally docks�in�Rudesheim,�we�ride�into�this�picturesque�town�for�a�visit�to�‘Siegfried’s�Mechanical�Music�Museum’ … followed�by�some�wine-tasting,�mmm!�

Later,�back�on�board�the�Impression,�local�musicians�will�join�us�for�some�live�entertainment.�

Saturday�30� Main River Village

(B,�L,�D) After�starting�the�day�with�an�optional�‘morning�stretch’ on�the�Sundeck,�led�by�our�Avalon�Adventure�Host�– followed�by�a�yummy�breakfast�in�the�ship’s�dining�room,�we�head�off�for�a�walking�tour�in�one�of�the�picturesque�Bavarian Villages that�keep�beckoning�us�from�along�the�shoreline.�Don’t�forget�to�bring�your�camera!�

Sunday�31� Wurzburg & the Residenz

(B,�L,�D) After�an�all-night�sail�we�reach�the�historic�city�of�Wurzburg – ‘Pearl�of�the�Romantic�Road’ – and�head�off�for�a�morning�meander�through�this�lovely�town�with�its�Old�Main�Bridge,�its�towering�fortress,�and�its�Residenz:�the�beautiful�Baroque�palace�built�for�the�prince-bishops�in�the�early�1700s�and�famous�for�its�great�marble�staircase�plus�frescoes�by�the�Venetian�master,�Giovanni�Battista�Tiepolo.�

Following�this,�we�might�fancy�some�more�wine-tasting�– right?� JUNE

Monday�1� Marktbreit – Rothenburg – Volkach

(B,�L,�D) After�docking�this�morning,�we�urge�you�to�join�us�for�a�optional�tour�of�beautifully-restored�Rothenburg – ‘a jewel of the Middle Ages’ and�a�sight�for�sore�eyes�with�its�great�stone�walls�and�towers�and�gates,�its�vibrantly-coloured�houses�with�their�half-timbered�gables,�and�its�quaint�shops�(including�the�Käthe�Wohlfahrt�Christmas�Store).�There’ll�be�time�afterwards�to�shop-shop-shop�for�Xmas�stuff,�Hummel�figurines�and�cuckoo-clocks.

In�the�afternoon,�we�go�sightseeing�in�the�quaint�town�of�Volkach,�with�its�half-timbered�houses�and�cobblestoned�streets.�

Then�we�sail�again�this�evening�along�what�is�now�the�River�Main,�past�the�lush�vineyards�of�Franconia�…

Tuesday�2 medieval Bamberg

(B,�L,�D) Sometime�in�the�early�afternoon�our�ship�turns�out�of�the�River�Main�into�the�Main-Danube�Canal,�and�moors�in�Bamberg – one�of�the�best-preserved�medieval�cities�in�Germany.�With�2300�buildings�of�historic�interest,�Bamberg�is�on�UNESCO’s�World�Heritage�register,�and�our�

Rothenburg

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guided�tour�of�the�old�city�(with�its�cathedral,�palace,�seven�hills�crowned�with�churches,�and�former�fishing�village�now�known�as�‘Little�Venice’) promises�to�be�fascinating�– so�don’t�miss�it!�

We�leave�Bamberg�in�the�evening,�and�enjoy�another�live�onboard�performance�as�we�cruise.

Wednesday�3� 900-year-old Nuremberg

(B,�L,�D) Today�we�head�ashore�(by�coach�and�on�foot)�to�discover�what�the�city�of�Nuremberg�has�to�offer�– for�example,�the�storybook�900-year-old�ramparts,�the�Kaiserburg�Castle,�the�gilded�fountain,�the�Gothic�cathedral,�and�the�markets�(for�maybe�some�shopping).�

Later,�we�enjoy�an�onboard�lecture�about�the�Main-Danube�Canal�– stretching�for�a�length�of�170�kms�from�Bamberg�to�Regensburg,�with�a�total�of�16�locks�– linking�these�two�rivers�and�making�a�vital�navigable�connection�between�the�North�and�Black�Seas.�

Thursday�4 miraculous Regensburg (B,�L,�D) We�wake�up�this�morning�in�superbly-restored�Regensburg, – ‘Bavaria’s�Medieval�Miracle’ –

where�we�have�time�to�inspect�the�architectural�highlights,�the�Altes�Rathaus�(Old�Town�Hall),�one�of�Europe’s�oldest�bridges�(which�has�spanned�the�Danube�since�the�12th�century)�and�the�Porta�Pretoria�(Germany’s�most�ancient�stone�fort,�built�179�AD).�

This�afternoon,�you�may�choose�an�optional�visit�to�Weltenburg Abbey.�Founded�by�Irish�or�Scottish�monks�in�about�620�AD,�it’s�the�oldest�monastery�in�Bavaria�– and�includes�the�oldest�monastery�brewery�in�the�world.�(We�can�sample�the�famous�dark�beer�later.)�

Friday�5� Passau & Linz� (B,�L,�D) Today�we�‘go�for�Baroque’ in�Passau – City�of�Three�Rivers�– where�the�Danube,�Inn�and�Ilz�all�

meet.�A�guided�wander�includes�the�impressive�St�Stephen’s�Cathedral,�home�of�the�world’s�largest�organ:�17,974�pipes.�

And�then�we’re�sailing�again:�crossing�the�border�and�docking�in�one�of�the�most�important�Austrian�cities:�Linz.�Founded�by�the�Romans,�Linz�became�a�big-time�trade�centre,�then�an�even-bigger-time�home�of�the�Hapsburg�Emperor�Friedrich�III.�Once�we’ve�explored�the�historic�Old�Town,�main�square�and�Mozarthaus,�we�get�to�taste�the�local�favourite:�Linzer�Torte�(cake).�

Saturday�6� Melk in the Wachau Valley

(B,�L,�D) Wake�up,�Kiwis,�and�get�out�on�deck!�We’re�begun�sailing�through�Austria’s�stunningly�beautiful�Wachau Valley – smack�in�the�middle�of�Austria’s�stunningly�beautiful�wine-growing�region�– and�you�won’t�want�to�miss�it!�We�tie�up�and�go�ashore�to�explore�one�of�Europe’s�largest�baroque�monasteries:�the�magnificent�Benedictine�abbey�of�Melk,�with�its�frescoed�ceilings,�statues,�incredible�library,�and�ornate�pipe�organ�

Melk

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This�afternoon,�enjoy�a�coffee�or�a�cocktail�out�on�the�Sky�Deck�as�we�sail�on�through�the�Wachau�Valley�– en�route�to�Austria’s�gorgeous�capital:�musical,�historical,�unforgettable�Vienna,�home�of�Vienna�waltzes�and�Blue�Danube�beauty.�After�dinner�on�board,�consider�joining�an�optional�excursion�to�a�Royal�Waltz�Concert�in�an�elegant�theatre�this�evening.�

Sunday�7� Vienna: city of art, music & culture

(B,�L,�D) We�start�the�day�with�a�sightseeing�tour�of�Vienna’s gilded�landmarks�– the�Imperial�Palace�(winter�residence�of�the�Hapsburg�families),�the�historic�Opera�House,�and�the�awe-inspiring�St�Stephens�Cathedral.�Oh,�on�the�way�we�might�get�to�sample�Vienna’s�famous�pastries!�

Then,�this�afternoon,�for�something�a�little�different,�you�might�choose�to�join�an�optional�excursion�to�Bratislava,�capital�of�Slovakia – enjoying�the�restored�Old�Town�and�the�fascinating�13th-century�Bratislava�Castle.�Tonight�we�sail�for�Hungary.�

Monday�8 Budapest

(B,�L,�D) We�arrive�this�morning�in�Budapest – ‘Pearl�of�the�Danube’ and�capital�of�Hungary�– home�of�the�Chain�Bridge,�the�iconic�Heroes'�Square,�500-year-old�Matthias�Church,�St�Stephen’s�Basilica,�the�distinctive�Fisherman’s�Bastion,�and�the�historic�Buda�Castle,�from�where�we�get�splendid�views�of�the�twin�cities�of�Buda�and�Pest,�spread�over�both�banks�of�the�Danube,�with�the�dazzling�Parliament�Building�demanding�attention.�

Following�our�introductory�tour�this�morning,�we’re�free�to�continue�exploring�this�most�beautiful�city�at�leisure.�Be�sure�to�sample�a�cream�cake�in�the�world-famous�Gerbeaud�Café!�

Tuesday�9� all good things come to an end … (B) Our�‘Midlife Madness’�river�cruise/tour�is,�sadly,�over.�The�time�has�come�to�disembark�… say�

goodbye�to�the�Avalon Impression … and�say�goodbye�to�those�Kiwi�friends�who�aren’t�coming�with�us�to�Oberammergau:�

1.� If you’re going straight back to New Zealand,�you’ll�transfer�to�Budapest� airport�for�your�outbound�flights�– to�(eventually)�Auckland.

2.� If you’re coming with us to the Oberammergau Passion Play�– we’ll�head�for�Salzburg�(in�Austria).�(See the Oberammergau itinerary on the following pages.)

3.��If you’re extending your holiday�– some�extra�time�in�Europe or�another�

exciting�chapter�in�the�UK�– you’ll�now�head�off�on�your�lonesome. It’s�been�a�BLAST�… this�combination�of�luxury-on-river�and�discovery-on-shore!�We’ve�got�

memories�and�photos�to�prove�it�– and�made�friendship�that’ll�last�forever!

Vienna

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O berammergau Optional Tour: Brace�yourselves,�Kiwis.�The�Mad�Midlife�fun�has�not�yet�finished�…

Tuesday�9� Budapest to Salzburg

(B,�D) After�disembarking�from�our�cruise�ship�in�Budapest (Hungary),�we’ve�got�a�lengthy�drive�in�our�private�air-conditioned�coach�through�the�Salzkammergut,�enjoying�stunning�views�of�lakes,�mountains�and�villages�like�Hallstatt�and�Mondsee,�before�arriving�in�Salzburg�(dubbed�‘the�Rome�of�the�North’ because�of�its�many�churches).

Salzburg�is�the�birthplace�of�Mozart (1756-91),�and�you�can�hear�year-round�performances�of�Wolfgang’s�famous�compositions.�But�the�tunes�you’re�more�likely�to�recognise�come�from�a�1964�movie�that�made�Salzburg�a�household�name.�And�if�the�Mirabell�Gardens,�the�Pferdeschwemme�fountain,�Nonnberg�Convent�and�the�Residenzplatz�all�look�kind-of�familiar,�that’s�hardly�surprising�– because�this�is�where�Maria�and�the�von�Trapp�children�sang�their�hearts�out�in�that�beloved�Hollywood�extravaganza�The Sound of Music.�How�about�that?

This�evening,�we�get�to�do�the�same,�at�The Sound of Salzburg Dinner & Show! Come�along�prepared�to�join�in�and�make�music�…

Wednesday�10 Salzburg to Oberammergau

(B) We’re�on�the�road�again�today,�crossing�the�border�and�driving�through�Bavaria�(Bayern).�Germany’s�largest�state�is�well�endowed�with�natural�riches,�and�its�snowy�peaks,�rushing�streams�and�velvety�forests�will�stir�your�romantic�heart.�

In�the�countryside,�keep�an�eye�out�for�ancient�stoneworks�and�watchtowers.�And�in�the�towns�and�villages,�see�if�you�can�spot�the�locals�in�their�traditional�costumes:�leather�pants�with�flowery�suspenders,�colourful�shirts,�richly�decorated�jackets,�felt�hats�garnished�with�feathers,�goatee�beards�and�lots�of�ornaments,�bells�and�trinkets.�

We’ll�hopefully�have�time�en�route�for�a�quick�peep�at�a�magnificent�castle,�Schloss�Lindenhof�(built�high�in�the�alps�by�crazy�King�Ludwig)�– before�arriving�in�Oberammergau and�our�hotel�for�the�next�two�nights.

Thursday�11� Oberammergau Passion Play

(B,�D) The�gorgeous�alpine�village�of�Oberammergau�is�surrounded�by�majestic�mountains�– and�is�famous�for�its�peace�and�quiet,�its�scenery,�its�wood�carvings�and�frescos,�and�(of�course)�its�once-a-decade�Passion�Play.

We�have�time�this�morning�for�a�wander-around�and�a�photo-feast.�Then,�after�lunch,�we�claim�our�seats�in�front�of�the�giant�outdoor�stage�where�up�to�2000�locals�re-enact�the�dramatic�final�

Budapest

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hours�in�the�life�of�Christ.�The�dialogue�is�in�German�(not�that�we’ll�have�any�difficulty�following�the�story).�And�the�play�lasts�throughout�the�afternoon�and�evening�– with�a�nice,�long�dinner-break�in�between�back�at�our�hotel.�

Brace�yourself,�Kiwis:�we’re�in�for�a�TREAT!

Friday�12� Oberammergau – Munich

(B) We�bid�Oberammergau a�reluctant�goodbye�and�drive�north�today�along�the�Bavarian�Fairytale�Route�to�the�regional�capital,�Munich,�admiring�on�the�way�two�more�iconic�fairytale�castles�by�King�Ludwig�– Schloss�Neuschwanstein�and�Schloss�Hohenschwangau.

Arriving�in�Munich,�we�check�into�our�hotel�for�the�next�two�nights,�and�begin�exploring�...�

Saturday�13� Munich

(B,�D) Munich is�a�city�where�traditional�and�modern�sit�side-by-side�like�few�places�on�earth.�Its�centuries-old�brewing�industry�is�alive�and�kicking�– with�six�mammoth�breweries�pumping�out�world-class�suds,�and�six�million�people�flocking�annually�to�the�city’s�famous�Oktoberfest,�dressed�more�often�than�not�in�their�traditional�lederhosen.�

And�then�there’s�‘gemutlichkeit’ – the�word�locals�use�to�describe�their�city’s�coolness,�well-being�and�laid-back�attitude.�Which�is�probably�due�to�the�fact�that�their�Bavarian�capital�is�one�of�the�most�affluent�cities�on�the�planet,�with�an�economy�larger�than�most�small�countries.

We’ll�take�a�leisurely�look�around�and�see�for�ourselves�why�the�Munchners�love�their�city�so�much.�Then,�tonight,�we’ll�sit�down�somewhere�nice�for�our�Midlife Madness Farewell Dinner.�

Sunday�14� Homeward bound

(B) All�good�things�eventually�come�to�an�end�… and�today�it’s�OUR�turn�to�pack�our�bags�for�the�very�last�time,�check�out�of�the�hotel,�and�transfer�to�the�airport�– where�(unless you’ve got still MORE travelling to do) a�Singapore�Airlines�flight�waits�to�return�us�safely�to�New�Zealand.�

Phew,�what�an�adventure�we’ve�had!�And�what�stories�we’ve�got�to�tell! “Auf wiedersehen!” “Goodbye�Europe,�hello�Godzone�…” IS EVERYBODY HAPPY?

YOU BET YOUR LIFE WE ARE!

It’s�been�a�BLAST�… this�combination�of�luxury-on-river�and�discovery-on-shore!�and�we’ve�got�memories�and�photos�to�prove�it!

IS EVERYBODY HAPPY? YOU BET YOUR LIFE WE ARE!

Munich

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The Fine Print:

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PRICE: MIDLIFE MADNESS ON THE RHINE & DANUBE

Main�Tour�with�River�Cruise�– $16,699 pp�share-twin

Oberammergau�Option – $2,995 pp�extra

Note: A limited number of single cabins are available on request.

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES

1. economy�class�airfares�from�Auckland�to�Amsterdam�… Budapest/Munich�to�Auckland

2. airport�taxes�and�airline�security�taxes 3. hotels�(breakfast�included)�as�detailed�in�the�final�itinerary� 4. 15-day�river�cruise�with�Avalon�Waterways�(including�all�meals,�

entertainment,�and�onboard�gratuities) 5. all�port�charges�and�taxes�at�cruise�stopovers 6. transfers�between�airports�and�hotels�and�piers 7. all�sightseeing,�shore�excursions�and�entrance�fees�as�in�final�itinerary� 8. meals�ashore,�as�detailed�in�the�final�itinerary

9. services�of�experienced�Local�Guides�on�all�sightseeing�tours 10. tipping�to�local�guides,�drivers,�porters,�etc

11. assistance�of�Tour�Leaders,�John�&�Robyn�Cooney

12. plus�the�optional�6-day�Oberammergau�tour

TOUR PRICE EXCLUDES

1. passport�fees 2. optional�excursions�and�sightseeing�not�in�the�final�itinerary� 3. meals,�other�than�those�stated�in�the�final�itinerary

4. drinks�with�meals�or�otherwise�(except�complimentary�wine�with�evening�meals�on�the�cruise�and�included�dinners)

5. travel�insurance

6. items�of�a�personal�nature�(e.g.�medical�expenses,�laundry,�phonecalls,�souvenirs,�etc)

PAYMENTS

1st�Deposit�Due� – $1,500�pp,�payable�with�booking

2nd�Deposit�Due� – $1,500�pp,�payable�Oct�1,�2019

Final�Payment�Due – February�1,�2020

1. Your�tour�reservation�will�be�confirmed�on�receipt�of�deposit�and�booking�form.

2. Payment�in�full�is�required�at�time�of�booking�for�reservations�made�after�February�1,�2020.

3. If�payment�is�not�made�by�this�date,�bookings�may�be�cancelled. 4. Travel�documents�and�instructions�for�joining�your�tour�will�be�sent�to�

you�approximately�two�weeks�before�departure�from�New�Zealand�(providing�full�payment�has�been�received).

MINIMUM NUMBERS

Tour�costs�are�based�on�a�minimum�of�20�tour�members.�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�reserves�the�right�to�cancel�the�tour�if�this�number�is�not�reached.�If�this�happens,�you�may�claim�cancellation�charges�against�your�loss-of-deposit�travel�insurance.�This�action�will�relieve�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�of�any�further�liability�to�the�client.�All�indications�are�that�this�tour�will�be�well�supported.

CANCELLATION & REFUNDS

Tour�Arrangements: If�you�find�it�necessary�to�cancel�your�Midlife�Madness�tour,�monies�will�be�refunded�less�a�cancellation�fee�per�person�as�follows:� If�you�cancel�after�1st�deposit�paid,�but�before�2nd�deposit�(generally�

up�to�180�days�prior�to�departure)�– less�cancellation�fee�of�$250. If�you�cancel�between�2nd�deposit�and�full�payment�(generally�from�

180�to�100�days)�– less�cancellation�fee�of�50%�(or�as�advised,�due�to�commitments�made�to�suppliers).

If�you�cancel�after�full�payment�has�been�made�(generally�90�to�105�days�prior�to�departure)�– no�refund,�sorry.�

Note:����i.��We�commit�to�offering�you�as�much�of�a�refund�as�possible� ��whenever�possible.� �����ii.��We�will�retain�a�minimum�of�$500,�plus�any�cancellation�fees� ��levied�by�suppliers,�where�your�cancellation�affects�the�cost�to� ��the�group,�or�affects�the�size�or�viability�of�the�group. ����iii.��All�refunds�at�any�time�are�subject�to�supplier�charges�if�and� ��where�we�have�paid�monies�on�your�behalf�to�a�supplier. ����iv.��A�cancellation�involving�a�twin-share�arrangement�(where�we� ��are�cancelling�your�place�but�not�cancelling�the�hotel�rooms�or� ��cabin)�will�require�a�recalculation�of�costs�incurred.

Salzburg

H ow to book: 1. Read�the�Booking�Conditions�(below). 2. Complete�the�Booking�Form�(one�per�person,�carefully�filling�in�your�passport�details). 3. Mail�the�following�to�House�of�Travel,�PO�Box�11164,�Ellerslie,�Auckland�1051:

your�Booking�Form

your�First�Deposit�Cheque – $1,500 pp�required�with�booking�(refundable�until�Oct�1,�2019) plus�a�photocopy�of�your�Passport’s�main�page��

4. If�you�want�House�of�Travel’s�discounted�insurance,�please�tick�that�box�on�your�Booking�Form.� 5. If�you’re�paying�online�(by�credit�card�or�direct�credit)�please�phone�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie – tollfree�

on�0800�323�333�– for�a�secure�link�and�their�bank�account�details. 6. House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�will�confirm�your�booking�in�writing�and�send�you�a�receipt�for�your�deposit. 7. If�the�tour’s�already�full,�you’ll�be�advised�(with�regret)�and�your�deposit�will�be�returned�immediately.

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�����v.��Cancellation�conditions�may�vary�from�supplier�to�supplier�– and� ��may�sometimes�differ�from�our�standard�cancellation�options.

No�refund�is�available�for�cancellation�after�commencement�of�tour�arrangements�or�on�any�services�not�used.�Should�you�encounter�any�problems�on�your�tour�it�is�always�better�to�try�and�solve�it�on�the�spot�with�the�operator�of�the�tour.�If�this�is�not�possible�and�you�wish�to�lodge�a�complaint,�this�should�be�done�in�writing�within�30�days�of�completing�your�tour.

Sightseeing:�No�refunds�will�be�made�to�passengers�who�elect�not�to�partake�in�shore�excursions�included�in�the�itinerary.

Air�Arrangements:�Cancellation�fees�will�apply�as�required�by�Airline�Tariff�Regulations�and�will�vary�dependent�upon�the�type�of�airfare�utilised.�Travel�insurance�is�compulsory�for�everyone�on�this�tour.

Name�Changes�may�require�the�cancellation�and�rebooking�of�your�airfare�portion�at�your�expense.�Amendment�fees�and�fare�differences�may�be�incurred.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

1. Prior�to�confirming�your�travel�arrangements,�you�should�check�that�your�Passport�will�remain�valid�for�at�least�6�months�after�your�return�to�New�Zealand).�You�must�carry�your�Passport�with�you�throughout�the�entire�duration�of�the�tour.�

2. A�Returning�Resident’s�Visa�is�required�for�holders�of�other�than�NZ�Passports.�Talk�to�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�about�this.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel�insurance�is�compulsory�for�everyone�on�this�tour.�You�agree�that�we�will�have�no�liability�for�any�loss�or�damage�of�any�kind�(direct,�indirect,�consequential�or�otherwise)�you�may�suffer�resulting�from�cancellation,�loss�of�luggage�and�personal�property,�medical�expenses,�and�the�effects�of�accident,�however�it�is�caused.�It�is�your�responsibility�to�insure�yourself�fully�with�a�comprehensive�policy�that�includes�provision�for�emergency�evacuation.

YOUR HEALTH AND FITNESS

Pre-Existing�Medical�Conditions:�We�strongly�recommend�a�visit�to�your�doctor�and�dentist�before�your�holiday.�You�must�ask�your�doctor�about�current�inoculation�requirements.�Full�details�of�pre-existing�medical�conditions�must�be�forwarded�to�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�when�you�book.�Failure�to�do�so�is�a�breach�of�these�conditions�and�may�result�in�your�being�excluded�from�the�tour�and�all�funds�paid�being�forfeited.�Clients�70�years�old�(or�more)�and/or�with�pre-existing�medical�conditions�require�a�medical�certificate�from�their�doctor�clearing�them�for�this�tour,�and�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�reserves�the�right,�at�its�discretion,�to�cancel�your�booking�and�refund�the�money�paid�by�you.�During�your�holiday�you�are�under�the�control�of�your�tour�leader,�who�has�the�authority�to�determine�your�suitability�to�continue�with�the�tour.

Illness�or�Absenteeism:�In�case�you�have�to�withdraw�from�the�tour�after�it�has�begun�for�reasons�such�as�illness,�be�sure�to�obtain�a�medical�certificate�to�support�any�insurance�claim.�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�regrets�that�they�cannot�make�refunds�for�absences�from�the�tour,�including�but�not�limited�to�missed�meals�or�sightseeing.�If�a�promotional�airfare�is�broken�or�extended�for�any�reason,�an�additional�fare�may�be�payable.

Physical�Disabilities:�If�you�need�any�form�of�assistance�or�are�physically�disabled,�you�must�be�accompanied�by�a�passenger�who�will�take�full�responsibility�for�any�assistance�needed�during�the�cruise,�associated�land�arrangements�and�in�the�event�of�an�emergency.�You�must�notify�us�in�writing�prior�to�booking�of�any�disabilities,�medical�apparatus,�or�special�medical�assistance�you�may�need.�We�reserve�the�right�to�decline�anyone�for�any�reason�who,�in�the�opinion�of�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie,�is�unsuitable�for�travel�or�whose�condition�may�affect�the�health,�safety�or�enjoyment�of�other�passengers.�

TOUR EXCLUSIONS

House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�reserves�the�right�to�withdraw�tour�membership�from�anyone�whose�behaviour�is�deemed�likely�to�affect�the�smooth�operation�of�the�tour�or�adversely�affect�the�enjoyment�or�safety�of�other�passengers,�and�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�shall�be�under�no�liability�to�any�such�person.

INFORMATION PACK VALIDITY

Considerable�care�has�been�taken�to�compile�this�information�pack�but�circumstances�may�necessitate�changes�in�itinerary�and�costs,�in�which�case�you�will�be�informed�as�soon�as�possible.�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�cannot�be�held�responsible�for�any�changes�which�may�occur�and�reserves�the�right�to�increase�the�price�of�any�travel�arrangements�up�to�the�date�of�departure.�This�includes�adjustment�for�devaluation,�fuel�surcharges,�airfare�increases�as�well�as�international�exchange�rate�fluctuations.�Singapore�Airlines�does�not,�by�virtue�of�their�endorsement�to�this�information�pack�represent�themselves�as�either�contracting�with�any�purchaser�of�a�holiday�from�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�or�as�having�any�other�legal�relationship�with�such�purchaser.

CHECKING YOUR TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

It�is�important�that�you�check�all�documentation�sent�to�you�in�relation�to�your�proposed�travel�and�accommodation�to�ensure�that�it�fully�meets�with�your�requirements�and�that�there�have�been�no�misunderstandings.

BOOKING CONDITIONS: 1. The�guarantees�under�the�Consumer�Guarantees�Act�1993�will�

apply�to�services�supplied�by�us�except�where�they�are�acquired,�or�are�held�out�as�being�acquired,�for�business�purposes:

1.1 The�services�that�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�supply�consist�of�arranging�and�coordinating�travel,�entertainment�and�accommodation,�and�making�bookings,�issuing�tickets�and�vouchers�to�be�redeemed�by�Suppliers.�We�will�not�be�liable�for�any�loss�or�damage�of�any�kind�(direct,�indirect,�consequential�or�otherwise)�which�you�may�suffer�resulting�from�selection�of�those�suppliers,�or�your�use�or�consumption�of,�or�inability�to�use�or�consume�those�facilities�or�services. 1.2 We�undertake�to�perform�these�services�with�reasonable�care�and�skill.�We�will�not�be�liable�for�any�loss�or�damage�which�results�from�the�act,�default�or�omission�of�any�person�other�than�ourselves,�our�employees�or�agents,�or�any�cause�independent�of�human�control.�This�includes�(but�is�not�limited�to),�loss�or�damage�which�arises�directly�or�indirectly�from�any�act�of�God,�weather�disruptions,�dangers�incidental�to�the�sea,�fire,�breakdown�in�machinery�or�equipment,�acts�of�Governments�or�other�authorities�de�jure�or�de�facto,�wars�whether�declared,�or�not,�hostilities,�civil�disturbances,�strikes,�riots,�terrorist�incidents,�deaths,�pilferage,�epidemics,�quarantines�or�medical�or�customs�regulations. 1.3 We�are�not�able�to�exercise�control�over�services�we�do�not�supply�directly,�therefore�we�will�not�be�responsible�for�any�loss�or�damage�arising�from: any�booking�made�directly�with�a�service�Supplier�by�another�travel�

agent;�or any�services�which�are�not�provided�by�us�and�which�are�additional�to�

those�described�in�this�information�pack.

2. Supply�of�Travel,�Entertainment,�Accommodation�Services�and�Facilities:�

2.1 When�we�make�your�bookings�with�the�Suppliers�of�travel,�entertainment�and�accommodation�facilities�or�services,�we�are�acting�as�a�booking�agent�for�the�Suppliers. 2.2 All�travel,�entertainment�and�accommodation�facilities�or�services�are�supplied�directly�to�you�by�the�Suppliers.�We�have�no�control�over�the�facilities�or�services�themselves,�or�the�manner�in�which�they�are�provided�by�the�Suppliers.�Therefore�you�should�be�aware�of�the�following�conditions: We�will�not�be�liable�for�any�loss�or�damage�of�any�kind�which�may�

arise�from�your�use�of,�consumption�of,�or�inability�to�use�or�consume�those�facilities�or�services.

The�provision�of�those�facilities�or�services�is�subject�to�the�terms�and�conditions�of�your�contract�with�each�Supplier.

Where�for�any�reason,�a�Supplier�is�unable�to�provide�particular�facilities�or�services,�then�that�Supplier�may�be�entitled,�under�its�contract�with�you,�to�substitute�those�services�or�facilities�with�comparable�or�equivalent�facilities,�or�services�without�incurring�any�liability�to�you.�You�should�check�your�contract�with�each�Supplier.

All�facilities�or�services�described�by�us�are�subject�to�availability�from�the�Supplier.

We�will�not�be�liable�or�responsible�for�any�loss�or�damage�relating�to�your�luggage,�personal�possessions,�health�or�welfare,�or�delays�or�travel�disruptions�unless�these�arise�directly�from�the�service�we�provide�to�you.

3. Business�Purposes:� You�agree�that�where�our�services�are�acquired�for�business�purposes,�or�where�you�hold�yourself�out�for�acquiring�our�services�for�business�purposes,�the�Consumer�Guarantee�Act�1993�will�not�apply�to�any�supply�of�goods�or�services�made�under�these�conditions�and�we�will�not�be�liable�or�responsible�for�any�loss�or�damage�of�any�kind�to�you,�including�any�consequential�loss�or�damage�however�it�may�be�caused.

4. Prices:� 4.1 Events�beyond�our�control,�such�as�currency�fluctuations,�taxes,�changes�to�the�price�of�aviation�fuel�or�changes�to�the�cost�of�services�or�facilities�may�result�in�the�prices�charged�to�you�being�different�from�those�shown�in�this�information�pack.�You�should�check�all�prices�with�House�of�Travel�Ellerslie�before�making�reservations�and�your�final�payment. 4.2 Prices�may�also�be�liable�to�variation�between�the�time�of�booking�and�departure.�We�reserve�the�right�to�vary�the�price�up�until�the�time�of�your�final�payment�being�received�by�us�due�to�exchange�rates,�group�numbers�and�other�events�that�may�affect�our�initial�quoted�price. 4.3 Receipt�of�a�deposit�will�be�taken�as�an�understanding�by�the�Company�that�the�participant�has�read�and�agrees�to�abide�by�these�terms�and�conditions.

5. Legal�Claims:�� Any�claims�or�legal�action�in�connection�with�the�provision�of�our�services�to�you�will�be�governed�by�the�laws�of�New�Zealand.�Any�claim�or�legal�action�against�the�Suppliers�is�likely�to�be�subject�to�the�terms�of�your�contract�with�them,�and�may�be�governed�by�the�laws�of�other�countries.

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SHIP CABIN CATEGORY (aboard�the�Avalon Impression) Please�confirm�my�cabin�preference:

��on�the�Indigo�Deck ���single�cabin

��on�the�Sapphire�Deck ���double�cabin

��on�the�Royal�Deck ���share�twin

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HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

Please�arrange� ��single�room� (I�will�pay�the�extra�SINGLE�price) ��share�double� (room�with�double�bed�– available�on�request) ��share�twin� (room�with�twin�beds)

I�am ��travelling�with�……………………………………………………………………………… (name) ��travelling�alone�

AGE, HEALTH & FITNESS: Important: Please read the About You section – page 10/11 of this InfoPack. If you have any health or mobility issues, or you’re 75 years old (or over), you and your doctor will need to complete a Medical Certificate – available from House of Travel Ellerslie.

��Do�you�have�any�health/fitness/mobility�problems�that�we�should�be�aware�of?� (If necessary, please explain on a separate page)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….

��Is�there�any�illness�or�disability�for�which�you�are�on�permanent�medication?

(If necessary, please explain on a separate page)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

��Do�you�require�special�inflight�meals�(e.g.�gluten-free�or�vegetarian)?�

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

FAMILY CONTACT IN NZ: NAME�…………………………………..…………………………………………………………………...…………………………….

Relationship�……………………………………………………………………………………………….. Ph…………………………………..……………………………….. (home/work)�

Email�………..……..…………………………………………………………………………………………….. Ph……………………………………………………………………………. (mobile)

Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms�……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

�����������(please�circle)

Age�………………….�Date�of�Birth�……...…./……...…./……...…. Nationality�………………………………………………....�(e.g. New Zealand, British)

Passport�No�……………………………………………………………………………….…..�Expiry�Date�………………………………………….………………………………….

Name�you�prefer�to�be�called�by�…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…….

Address�……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….

Phone�………..……………………………..…………………..…...……... hm / wk���������Mobile�……………….……………………………………………………….…………....

Email�address�………………………………………………………………………………..�KrisFlyer�Airpoints�No�…………………………………………………….

Have�you�been�on�a�previous�Midlife�Madness�cruise�or�tour?�����������������������(please�circle) �YES–NO

DEPOSIT … (please sign and date)

Yes,�I�accept�the�Booking�Conditions�for�the�2020 RHINE & DANUBE TOUR,�and�enclose�my�first�deposit�of�$1,500�per�person.��

Please�acknowledge�my�booking,�and�send�me�my�receipt.

Signed ……………………………………………………………………………….

Date …………………………………………………………………………………..

INSURANCE: (please tick one)

I�would�like�to�take�out�your�RECOMMENDED�TRAVEL�INSURANCE�(and�claim�the�discount�of�up�to�20%).�Please�send�me�a�quote�and�further�information.

I’m�taking�out�MY�OWN�insurance. Important: please send a copy of your policy document (showing Insurance Co, details & emergency phone numbers) to House of Travel Ellerslie.

PAYMENT METHOD: (please tick one)

I�enclose�my�CHEQUE�for�$……………………….

Please make your cheque payable to

House of Travel Ellerslie

I’m�paying�ONLINE�by�CREDIT�CARD�or�DIRECT�CREDIT�

Please ask House of Travel Ellerslie for a secure link and their bank account details – phone Glen on 0800 323 333.

Please�book�my�place�on�your�May�2020�tour: MIDLIFE MADNESS ON THE RHINE & DANUBE

ANOTHER MAD MIDLIFE ADVENTURE – 21 FAIRYTALE DAYS – MAY 2020

PLEASE NOTE: 1. Carefully complete ONE FORM PER

PERSON. 2. Give the SAME FULL NAME on this

Booking Form as in your Passport.

3. Include a PHOTOCOPY of the MAIN PAGE from your Passport when you send in this Booking Form.

4. POST your completed Booking Form plus photocopied page, deposit and Travel Insurance Application to:

HOUSE OF TRAVEL PO BOX 11164

ELLERSLIE

AUCKLAND 1051

5. For all enquiries phone House of Travel Ellerslie (toll-free):

0800 323 333

I�want�to�do�the�OBERAMMERGAU TOUR�after�the�Rhine/Danube Cruise � �YES–NO

has�ended�– and�am�including�my�extra $500�deposit (please�circle)

I�wish�to UPGRADE�to�PREMIUM ECONOMY�or�BUSINESS CLASS �YES–NO

on�Singapore�Airlines�flights (please�circle)

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SHIP CABIN CATEGORY (aboard�the�Avalon Impression) Please�confirm�my�cabin�preference:

��on�the�Indigo�Deck ���single�cabin

��on�the�Sapphire�Deck ���double�cabin

��on�the�Royal�Deck ���share�twin

(tick one)

(tick one)

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

Please�arrange� ��single�room� (I�will�pay�the�extra�SINGLE�price) ��share�double� (room�with�double�bed�– available�on�request) ��share�twin� (room�with�twin�beds)

I�am ��travelling�with�……………………………………………………………………………… (name) ��travelling�alone�

AGE, HEALTH & FITNESS: Important: Please read the About You section – page 10/11 of this InfoPack. If you have any health or mobility issues, or you’re 75 years old (or over), you and your doctor will need to complete a Medical Certificate – available from House of Travel Ellerslie.

��Do�you�have�any�health/fitness/mobility�problems�that�we�should�be�aware�of?� (If necessary, please explain on a separate page)

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…….

��Is�there�any�illness�or�disability�for�which�you�are�on�permanent�medication?

(If necessary, please explain on a separate page)

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

��Do�you�require�special�inflight�meals�(e.g.�gluten-free�or�vegetarian)?�

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

FAMILY CONTACT IN NZ: NAME�…………………………………..…………………………………………………………………...…………………………….

Relationship�……………………………………………………………………………………………….. Ph…………………………………..……………………………….. (home/work)�

Email�………..……..…………………………………………………………………………………………….. Ph……………………………………………………………………………. (mobile)

Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms�……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

�����������(please�circle)

Age�………………….�Date�of�Birth�……...…./……...…./……...…. Nationality�………………………………………………....�(e.g. New Zealand, British)

Passport�No�……………………………………………………………………………….…..�Expiry�Date�………………………………………….………………………………….

Name�you�prefer�to�be�called�by�…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…….

Address�……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…..

………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….….

Phone�………..……………………………..…………………..…...……... hm / wk���������Mobile�……………….……………………………………………………….…………....

Email�address�………………………………………………………………………………..�KrisFlyer�Airpoints�No�…………………………………………………….

Have�you�been�on�a�previous�Midlife�Madness�cruise�or�tour?�����������������������(please�circle) �YES–NO

DEPOSIT … (please sign and date)

Yes,�I�accept�the�Booking�Conditions�for�the�2020 RHINE & DANUBE TOUR,�and�enclose�my�first�deposit�of�$1,500�per�person.��

Please�acknowledge�my�booking,�and�send�me�my�receipt.

Signed ……………………………………………………………………………….

Date …………………………………………………………………………………..

INSURANCE: (please tick one)

I�would�like�to�take�out�your�RECOMMENDED�TRAVEL�INSURANCE�(and�claim�the�discount�of�up�to�20%).�Please�send�me�a�quote�and�further�information.

I’m�taking�out�MY�OWN�insurance. Important: please send a copy of your policy document (showing Insurance Co, details & emergency phone numbers) to House of Travel Ellerslie.

PAYMENT METHOD: (please tick one)

I�enclose�my�CHEQUE�for�$……………………….

Please make your cheque payable to

House of Travel Ellerslie

I’m�paying�ONLINE�by�CREDIT�CARD�or�DIRECT�CREDIT�

Please ask House of Travel Ellerslie for a secure link and their bank account details – phone Glen on 0800 323 333.

Please�book�my�place�on�your�May�2020�tour: MIDLIFE MADNESS ON THE RHINE & DANUBE

ANOTHER MAD MIDLIFE ADVENTURE – 20 FAIRYTALE DAYS – MAY 2020

PLEASE NOTE: 1. Carefully complete ONE FORM PER

PERSON. 2. Give the SAME FULL NAME on this

Booking Form as in your Passport.

3. Include a PHOTOCOPY of the MAIN PAGE from your Passport when you send in this Booking Form.

4. POST your completed Booking Form plus photocopied page, deposit and Travel Insurance Application to:

HOUSE OF TRAVEL PO BOX 11164

ELLERSLIE

AUCKLAND 1051

5. For all enquiries phone House of Travel Ellerslie (toll-free):

0800 323 333

I�want�to�do�the�OBERAMMERGAU TOUR�after�the�Rhine/Danube Cruise � �YES–NO

has�ended�– and�am�including�my�extra $500�deposit (please�circle)

I�wish�to UPGRADE�to�PREMIUM ECONOMY�or�BUSINESS CLASS �YES–NO

on�Singapore�Airlines�flights (please�circle)