Fly Stay Cruise - 30 Day Australia, Asia & Mekong River Voyage
Enjoy an exceptional-value holiday that seamlessly combines return flights, pre- and post-cruise hotels and/or tours with a cruise—removing the stress of planning so you can enjoy every moment from departure to return.
This package includes international airfares and flights will be added to your booking at no additional cost.
River cruises are a relaxed, informal way to travel - there are fewer passengers on board compared to an ocean cruise, which means ample opportunity to make lifelong friends. You will pass through the world's most loved cities and towns; disembark and enjoy a shore excursion or two, or simply wander around and explore on your own.
This tour is categorised as 3 out of 5
Balanced exploration with walking tours: Our most popular style, this tour offers a good mix of planned activities and free time. Expect moderate daily walking tours, so pack comfortable shoes.
As a general requirement across all of our trips, you may be required to walk up and down stairs, get on and off transportation, handle your own luggage, and participate in all scheduled sightseeing that may be conducted on uneven ground and terrain. Any physical ailments you may have must be disclosed at the time of booking to determine your suitability and where required, supporting documentation may be requested to ensure that we are comfortable that you will enjoy your trip.
Package Inclusions
✓ 15-night Princess cruise
✓ 7-night Emerald Mekong River cruise
✓ 1-night pre-cruise stay in Brisbane
✓ 3-night stay in Singapore
✓ 2-night pre-cruise stay in Ho Chi Minh City
✓ 1-night post-cruise stay in Phnom Penh
✓ Return international flights
✓ Included flight Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City
✓ Included airport transfer Phnom Penh hotel to airport
✓ All onboard ocean cruise dining, entertainment and port charges
✓ All onboard Mekong river cruise meals, entertainment and port charges
✓ Comprehensive included shore excursions on every Mekong river cruise day
✓ Cultural performances on board the Mekong cruise
✓ Visit to the Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
✓ Visit to the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
✓ Tuk-Tuk evening tour of illuminated Phnom Penh
✓ Cross the Vietnam-Cambodia border by river
✓ 9 ports of call across 6 countries
✓ Long port days in Bali, Penang and Darwin
Upgrade Offer
Optional Princess Plus fare bundle add-on available on the Grand Princess sector from $79 per person per day
Inspiring Value
• Exclusive Fly-Stay-Cruise package savings
• Pre and post-cruise hotel stays in Brisbane, Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh included
Sail from Brisbane through the Coral Sea to Singapore on a 15-night ocean voyage with calls in Airlie Beach, Darwin, Bali and Penang, then board the Mekong for a 7-night river cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh. Two ships, six countries and an unforgettable journey through Australia and South East Asia.
Today your journey begins as you make your way to Brisbane for the start of your 30 Day Australia, Asia & Mekong River Voyage. Upon arrival in Brisbane, transfer to your pre-cruise hotel for an overnight stay. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city, with South Bank, the Brisbane River and the historic Queen Street Mall all easy to reach from central hotels.
Special Information
Airport transfers are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your airport transfer for an easier arrival experience (additional charges apply). Access to this portal will be available through your Traveller Hub once your booking is confirmed.
Hotel check-in time is from 3pm. If arriving prior to this, you will be able to leave your luggage with hotel reception and explore your surroundings until check-in becomes available.
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and make your own way to Brisbane International Cruise Terminal to embark Grand Princess. Check-in opens from 12:30pm. Once onboard, settle into your stateroom and take time to explore the ship's facilities, including dining venues, lounges, the Princess Theatre and open decks. Grand Princess sails this afternoon at 4pm for the start of your 15-night voyage to Singapore.
Special Information
Cruise terminal transfers are not included. Self-arrange transfer between your pre-cruise hotel and Brisbane International Cruise Terminal at Pinkenba.
Onboard service charges (gratuities) are at additional cost unless the optional Princess Plus fare bundle add-on is selected.
A day at sea sailing north along the Queensland coast towards the Whitsundays. Settle into the rhythm of life onboard and explore the ship's many amenities.
You will have an early start today as Grand Princess arrives into Airlie Beach, the gateway to the Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef. Airlie Beach itself has a relaxed seaside lagoon, a long boardwalk and a popular main street lined with cafes and bars. Optional shore excursions reach the iconic Whitehaven Beach on Whitsunday Island, sailing tours through the islands, or snorkelling and diving trips out to the Great Barrier Reef.
Special Information
In port from 7:00am to 5:00pm. Water shuttle (tender) required. Wheelchair access limited.
Three days at sea as Grand Princess sails north-west through the Coral Sea and across the Gulf of Carpentaria towards Australia's tropical Top End. Relax and enjoy the ship's full programme of dining, entertainment, lectures and onboard activities.
Three days at sea as Grand Princess sails north-west through the Coral Sea and across the Gulf of Carpentaria towards Australia's tropical Top End. Relax and enjoy the ship's full programme of dining, entertainment, lectures and onboard activities.
Three days at sea as Grand Princess sails north-west through the Coral Sea and across the Gulf of Carpentaria towards Australia's tropical Top End. Relax and enjoy the ship's full programme of dining, entertainment, lectures and onboard activities.
You will have an early start today as Grand Princess arrives into Darwin, the tropical capital of Australia's Northern Territory. Darwin has a frontier feel and a strong Aboriginal cultural presence, along with World War II history evident at the Darwin Military Museum and the Defence of Darwin Experience. The Mindil Beach Sunset Market, the Darwin Waterfront and Crocosaurus Cove (with its Cage of Death saltwater croc experience) are all close to the cruise terminal. Optional shore excursions reach Litchfield National Park for its waterfalls and termite mounds.
Special Information
In port from 7:00am to 5:00pm.
Two days at sea as Grand Princess sails north-west across the Timor Sea and into the Indonesian archipelago towards Bali.
Two days at sea as Grand Princess sails north-west across the Timor Sea and into the Indonesian archipelago towards Bali.
You will have an early start today as Grand Princess arrives into Benoa, the cruise port for Bali. With the ship in port from 6am to 9pm, you have a long day to explore Indonesia's most famous island. Optional shore excursions reach the cultural centre of Ubud with its monkey forest, palace and art markets, the iconic clifftop temples of Tanah Lot and Uluwatu, the rice terraces at Tegalalang and the beaches of Seminyak, Kuta and Nusa Dua. Traditional Balinese dance performances and cooking classes are also popular options.
Special Information
In port from 6:00am to 9:00pm. Long port day allowing a full Bali itinerary.
Three days at sea as Grand Princess sails north-west through the Java Sea and the Strait of Malacca towards Penang.
Three days at sea as Grand Princess sails north-west through the Java Sea and the Strait of Malacca towards Penang.
Three days at sea as Grand Princess sails north-west through the Java Sea and the Strait of Malacca towards Penang.
You will have an early start today as Grand Princess arrives into Penang. George Town, the island's capital, has a UNESCO-listed colonial-era old town with British, Chinese, Malay and Indian heritage all on display. Highlights include the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (the Blue Mansion), Kapitan Keling Mosque, Khoo Kongsi Chinese clan house and the famous Penang street art murals scattered through Lebuh Armenian. Optional shore excursions reach the funicular up Penang Hill for panoramic views, the Kek Lok Si Buddhist temple complex, and Penang's famous hawker food trails.
Special Information
In port from 7:00am to 7:00pm.
A final day at sea as Grand Princess sails south through the Strait of Malacca towards Singapore.
Grand Princess arrives into Singapore at 5am. Following disembarkation procedures, make your way to your Singapore hotel and check in. The afternoon and evening are at leisure to begin exploring this vibrant city-state. Marina Bay, Gardens by the Bay, the Marina Bay Sands and the Singapore River are all easy to reach.
Special Information
Singapore arrival hotel transfer is not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book your transfer at additional cost. Hotel check-in time is typically from 3pm; bags can be left with hotel reception if arriving earlier.
After breakfast, the day is yours to enjoy Singapore at your own pace. The city's standout sights include Gardens by the Bay (with the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome), Marina Bay Sands and its rooftop observation deck, the colourful shophouses of Chinatown, Little India and the Sultan Mosque in Kampong Glam. Sentosa Island, Singapore Zoo, the UNESCO-listed Singapore Botanic Gardens and Universal Studios Singapore are also popular full-day options.
A second full day at leisure in Singapore. Today might be a good time to explore the city's famous food scene, from the hawker centres at Lau Pa Sat and Maxwell Food Centre to the celebrated chilli crab and Hainanese chicken rice. The Orchard Road shopping strip, the National Gallery and the Asian Civilisations Museum offer more leisurely afternoon options. A Singapore Sling at the Long Bar of the Raffles Hotel rounds out the day.
After breakfast, check out of your Singapore hotel and make your way to Changi Airport for your included flight to Ho Chi Minh City (approximately 2 hours). Upon arrival at Tan Son Nhat Airport, make your way to your Ho Chi Minh City hotel and check in. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Special Information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours, including transfer to Singapore Changi Airport, the flight to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to your hotel.
Singapore hotel to Changi Airport transfer and Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat Airport to hotel transfer are not included. Our transfer portal offers the option to book transfers at additional cost.
[NOTE: Confirm flight carrier and class for SIN-SGN sector. Confirm whether IV provides arrival transfer in HCMC or whether customer self-arranges.]
A full day at leisure in Ho Chi Minh City. The city's central District 1 has the standout colonial-era landmarks within walking distance of most central hotels, including Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Saigon Central Post Office (designed by Gustave Eiffel) and the Reunification Palace. The War Remnants Museum offers a sobering account of the Vietnam War from the Vietnamese perspective. Ben Thanh Market is the colourful central market and a good lunch stop. Optional excursions reach the Cu Chi Tunnels, the Viet Cong network used during the war, around 90 minutes from the city.
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and make your way to Saigon Port to embark Emerald Harmony for the start of your 7-night Mekong River cruise. You will be welcomed onboard by your captain and crew. After lunch, the ship sets sail down the Saigon River towards Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta. This evening, enjoy your first dinner onboard with your fellow guests and an informative port talk hosted by your Cruise Director.
Special Information
Ho Chi Minh City hotel to Saigon Port transfer is not included as part of the IV package as the customer has already arrived in Ho Chi Minh City. [NOTE: Confirm with Emerald whether their port transfer service can be extended to passengers already in Ho Chi Minh City, or whether IV needs to arrange an independent transfer.]
This morning, Emerald Harmony cruises through the bustling Cho Gao canal, one of the major arterial canals of Vietnam connecting Tien Giang Province in the Mekong Delta with Ho Chi Minh City. Upwards of 1,800 vessels transit this important waterway each day. Once back on the Mekong River, the afternoon includes a visit to the Tan My Floating community, followed by a ride through local plantations to visit a mushroom farm, a fruit farm with sampling and a honey farm with local sweets. Later, the ship sails on to Sa Dec.
Special Information
Included excursion: Tan My Floating community, mushroom farm, fruit farm and honey farm.
After a short sampan ride to Sa Dec, enjoy a walking tour with a visit to the home of Mr Huynh Thuy Le, who inspired Marguerite Duras' celebrated novel L'Amant (The Lover), and the town's bustling central market. Return to Emerald Harmony by sampan, then sail on to My An Hung Island. Recognised as a cultural and historical destination, this small rural village specialises in cultivating red-hot chilli and peppers. During your visit, you'll listen to a performance of traditional local folk singing.
Special Information
Included excursions: home of Mr Huynh Thuy Le, Sa Dec central market, My An Hung village. Cultural inclusion: local folk singing performance in My An Hung.
Known as Mango Island, Cu Lao Gieng is a small, scenic island untouched by tourism, located along the upper Mekong River. Travel by local motorcycle rickshaw through the island's villages to visit families who work in a variety of local industries, including mango farming, traditional boat building and an incense stick factory supplying temples across the region. The afternoon is at leisure onboard, with a traditional Lion Dance performance staged on the ship as part of your itinerary.
Special Information
Included excursion: Cu Lao Gieng village industries tour. Cultural inclusion: Lion Dance performance onboard.
This morning, embark on a sampan ride to Evergreen Island for a walk through a local village, giving you a glimpse into the lives of the local farming community. Reboard the sampan and return to Tan Chau, where you will visit a local Cao Dai Temple. Cao Dai is a syncretic, monotheistic religion established in Tay Ninh, southern Vietnam, in 1926. Afterwards, ride in a Xe Loi (local form of cyclo) back to your sampan before returning to Emerald Harmony. Back onboard, the ship sails to the border between Vietnam and Cambodia.
Special Information
Included excursions: Evergreen Island village walk, Cao Dai Temple visit, Xe Loi cyclo ride. Vietnam-Cambodia border crossing onboard. Customer documentation requires Vietnam exit and Cambodia entry formalities; cruise operator handles passport collection.
This morning, you will awake in Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh. Known as the Pearl of Asia, the city was almost entirely evacuated by the Khmer Rouge in 1975. Today you will learn about the Khmer Rouge regime and the darkest days of Cambodia's history. A short drive will take you to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, where you can stroll through the fields, visit the memorial and understand more about this sombre chapter. Afterwards, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school converted to the Khmer Rouge's main prison and torture headquarters. The afternoon is at leisure; you may wish to visit the Central Market in the heart of the city or simply relax onboard. This evening, enjoy a remork (local Tuk-Tuk) tour through Phnom Penh to admire the city lights.
Special Information
Included excursions: Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Evening cultural inclusion: Phnom Penh by night remork (Tuk-Tuk) tour. Optional add-on excursions available at extra cost.
Located north of Phnom Penh, Oudong was the former royal capital of Cambodia until the seat was relocated to Phnom Penh in 1866. Start your day with a visit to the Oudong Monastery and Temples, with the burial sites of Khmer kings and religious artefacts dating back more than a century. In Oudong Monastery's main temple, receive a traditional Buddhist blessing from the resident monks. In the afternoon, visit the majestic Royal Palace with its French-inspired gardens and Silver Pagoda. Back onboard, enjoy a cultural performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organisation. Afterwards, the ship sets sail, gliding past illuminated Phnom Penh at night, to Rokar Koang, a small town further up the Mekong River.
Special Information
Included excursions: Oudong Monastery and Temples, Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Cultural inclusions: traditional Buddhist monk blessing, cultural performance by the Cambodian Student and Children's Organisation.
Disembark Emerald Harmony this morning at Rokar Koang. Take your included transfer back to Phnom Penh and check in to your hotel. The afternoon and evening are at leisure to round out your Cambodia experience. The Royal Palace, the National Museum of Cambodia, the Russian Market and the riverfront promenade along Sisowath Quay are all easy to reach from most central hotels.
Special Information
Included transfer from Rokar Koang disembarkation point to Phnom Penh hotel. [NOTE: Confirm with Emerald that their standard Rokar Koang disembarkation transfer can be redirected to a Phnom Penh city hotel instead of straight to Phnom Penh airport.]
After breakfast, the morning is at leisure until it is time for your included airport transfer to Phnom Penh International Airport for your return flight home. Thank you for travelling with Inspiring Vacations. We hope you take home wonderful memories of your 30 Day Australia, Asia & Mekong River Voyage.
Special Information
Your included airport transfer Phnom Penh hotel to Phnom Penh International Airport is provided as part of your package. Customers typically arrive home in Australia or New Zealand later the same day, due to the modest time zone offset and connecting flight timing.
Cruise 1 - 15 Night Grand Princess - Brisbane to Singapore
Cruise 2 - 7 Night Emerald Harmony - Mekong River, Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh
Grand Princess
Grand Princess is one of Princess Cruises' best-known ocean ships, carrying around 2,600 guests across multiple dining venues, a Princess Theatre for nightly entertainment, lounges, the Lotus Spa, multiple swimming pools and extensive open deck space. With Princess Cruises' renowned international hospitality, Grand Princess provides a relaxed long-distance ocean cruising experience from Brisbane to Singapore.
Princess Standard Fare
This package is based on the Princess Standard fare, which includes all onboard dining at the main dining rooms and buffet, entertainment, and port charges. Gratuities, beverage packages, specialty dining, onboard wifi and shore excursions are not included as standard. The optional Princess Plus fare bundle can be added at additional cost (see Cabin Information & Upgrades section).
Emerald Harmony
Emerald Harmony is an intimate Mekong river cruise vessel purpose-built for the river, carrying just 84 guests across a single ship. Onboard you will find a panoramic restaurant serving regionally inspired and international cuisine, a relaxed lounge bar, a fitness area, a sun deck with a small swimming pool, and an in-pool cinema. Spacious staterooms feature panoramic windows or French balconies, allowing you to take in the changing Mekong landscape at your own pace.
Emerald Harmony All-Inclusive Fare
This package includes all onboard meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), select onboard beverages with meals, all included shore excursions and cultural experiences across the seven-night Mekong itinerary, onboard entertainment, all gratuities for the onboard crew, port charges and government fees. Optional add-on excursions and certain premium beverages are not included.
Guaranteed Cabin - What This Means for You
Your cabin on the Grand Princess is booked on a Guaranteed basis. This means you are confirmed in your selected cabin category (or higher), however your specific cabin number will be allocated by the cruise line closer to departure. You may receive an upgrade at no additional cost, but cabin location and deck cannot be requested. Mekong river cruise cabin locations are pre-allocated.
Cruise 1 - Grand Princess (15 Nights, Brisbane to Singapore)
Included Cabin Type - Interior Stateroom
Interior staterooms aboard Grand Princess offer comfortable bedding that can be configured as two twin beds or a queen-size bed, an ensuite bathroom and a sitting area.
Oceanview Stateroom - upgrade from $250 per person, twin share. Solo fare on application.
Oceanview staterooms offer a picture window with views of the ocean, alongside the same comfortable bedding configuration, sitting area and ensuite bathroom found in the Interior staterooms.
Balcony Stateroom - upgrade from $1,160 per person, twin share. Solo fare on application.
Balcony staterooms offer your own private outdoor balcony where you can take in the ocean and changing coastlines across your 15-night voyage. Inside, enjoy a spacious layout with comfortable bedding, sitting area and ensuite bathroom.
Optional Princess Plus Fare Bundle Add-On - from $79 per person per day
The Princess Plus fare bundle can be added at the time of booking on the Grand Princess sector. Princess Plus includes an upgraded beverage package, MedallionNet wifi, daily crew appreciation (gratuities) and a range of additional Princess Plus inclusions. The bundle is charged per person per day for the full 15-night cruise.
Cruise 2
Included Cabin Type - Category D Stateroom (Riviera Deck)
Category D Staterooms aboard Emerald Harmony are located on the lower Riviera Deck and feature a fixed window with views of the river, comfortable bedding that can be configured as a twin or queen-size, an ensuite bathroom and contemporary furnishings.
Category B Stateroom - upgrade from $910 per person, twin share. Solo fare on application.
Category B Staterooms offer a French (open-air) balcony for an open-air feel and direct views over the Mekong, along with the same comfortable bedding and ensuite as the Category D Staterooms.
Payment Information
Secure your trip with a $99.00 deposit per person.
Once we receive your deposit, we will send you an invoice with your remaining balance and payment options.
Instalment Schedule:
Cooling Off Period
A refund will be available within the 3-day cooling-off period unless otherwise restricted by the purchased product.
Where 'last minute' bookings are available within 71 days of departure, the cooling-off period does not apply and bookings are immediately non-refundable.
Terms and conditions
Please note that this package is a Cruises by Inspiring Vacations package. Please review the terms and conditions here: https://www.inspiringvacations.com/au/page/terms-and-conditions
Starting Point
Your starting hotel may differ from the original itinerary. Please refer to your final documentation which will be provided approximately 14-30 days before departure for your confirmed hotel list. If you need to book pre-tour accommodation independently, we suggest you do this only once you have received your final hotel list for your tour. If you would like to book something sooner, we recommend that you book using a flexible rate that can be cancelled through your chosen third-party provider without penalty.
Travellers will arrive at various times throughout the day depending on flights booked. If arriving before standard check-in time, which is generally 3pm, you are welcome to leave your luggage at hotel reception and explore your surroundings until check-in becomes available as there are no scheduled activities on day 1 of the itinerary. The hotel may grant early check-in, however this is strictly subject to availability and at the hotel’s discretion.
Note: if you need to apply for a tourist visa before departure, we recommend using the details of the suggested hotel on the tour itinerary if you wish to fulfil this before the release of your final tour documentation. Please refer to our visa section for more information on whether or not a visa is required for your destination.
In Case of Emergency
Although we strive to deliver exceptional holiday experiences, unforeseen circumstances can occasionally arise during travel. If any issues arise during your tour, it's essential to promptly communicate them to your tour leader or local representative. This ensures they can take immediate action to address the problem and mitigate any negative impact on the remainder of your journey.
We understand that there may be instances where your tour leader or local representative is unable to resolve a situation to your satisfaction. In such cases, we encourage you to request that the tour leader or local representative escalate the matter to their direct manager for further assistance.
When your final tour documentation is released, this will include an emergency contact for our local travel partner while you are on tour.
Finishing Point
Your finishing hotel may differ from the original itinerary. Please refer to your final documentation which will be provided approximately 14-30 days before departure for your confirmed hotel list. If you need to book additional post-tour accommodation, please do so once you have the final hotel list. We recommend booking a flexible rate that can be changed or cancelled without penalty should there be any unforeseen changes to your booking.
Travellers will depart at various times throughout the day depending on flights booked. Check-out time is generally from 10am-12pm. You are welcome to leave your luggage at the hotel reception and spend your final moments of free time exploring the area or please speak with hotel staff if you would like to extend your check-out time. This service is subject to availability and will likely come at an additional cost payable directly.
Departure Details
Airport transfers are included as part of your package, at a suitable time you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the airport.
Accommodation
All hotels listed are subject to change; any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding requests cannot be guaranteed and are always on a request basis with the hotel.
Bedding Configuration
Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, but we can not guarantee your request will be available at all properties.
Single travellers
When booking this tour, solo travellers will be presented with two options:
1 - Single Supplement
By paying an additional $23,450 per person, in addition to the twin-share price, you guarantee the privacy of your room throughout the entire tour.
Please note when choosing Single Supplement for this tour, your room will generally consist of a double or semi-double bed. Occasionally there may be a hotel that will provide a single bedded room for single travellers.
2- Shared Room with a known friend
If travelling together with a friend, you can opt to share your room with them and avoid paying a single supplement.
You and your friend can create a unique booking each. Creating a unique booking, gives each of you the flexibility of making different travel arrangements (such as adding extra accommodation, flights, etc), making separate payments and having individual access to our Traveller Hub
During the purchase path, you will need to provide your friend’s booking ID (if known) or at a minimum, your friend’s full name.
Itinerary Changes
Please note that as part of our commitment to constantly improving our passenger experience, there may be itinerary changes between the time of booking and when you travel. These changes are always made with your experience in mind and will be clearly communicated in advance if they affect your booking.
Trusted Travel Partner Tour
Your chosen tour will be operated by one of our trusted travel partners. These are meticulously crafted tours designed by established travel partners we know and trust. These tours offer a unique and exciting way to explore the world, packed with incredible sights and experiences
Documentation
Travel documentation is sent digitally 30 days before departure. No postal documents are issued. You must complete your cruise personaliser directly with the cruise line. We cannot complete this on your behalf. Visit the Know Before You Go section for guidance, and you will receive an email reminder when it is time to complete this.
Visas & Entry Requirements
Many countries require a visa and obtaining the correct visa for your tour and any countries you may transit through is your responsibility. We recommend you check your visa requirements as soon as you have booked your tour. This will ensure you have time to prepare your documents and for your visa application to be processed. You can check the visa entry requirements for your nationality via our page here:
https://inspiringvacations-8357211.hs-sites.com/visa-information
You’ll need a valid passport to travel internationally and most countries require your passport to have a minimum of 6 months validity, so remember to check the expiry date.
We need your passport information to get everything ready for your tour so the information on your booking must match your passport exactly. Please take care to provide the correct details. We recommend carrying a copy of the photo page of your passport while travelling and leaving a copy at home with family or friends.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended on all our tours. We require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. It is also important to consider forced pre-tour cancellations and how your chosen insurance policy may cover such circumstances, so please keep this in mind when choosing your provider.
We strongly recommend all travellers have a policy that also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage or personal effects. For international tours, you will be asked by your tour leader for your travel insurance details if they were not already added to your Traveller Hub account pre-departure.
If you have credit card insurance your Inspiring Vacations tour leader or local guide may require details of the participating insurer/underwriter, the level of coverage, policy number, and emergency contact number rather than the bank's name and your credit card details. Please contact your bank for these details before arriving in-country.
Before you depart, you will be asked to submit your Travel Insurance details through the booking holder's Traveller Hub account through the Inspiring Vacations website. This is to ensure that we have this information readily available should we ever need it.
Official Travel Advice
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey, we recommend referring to the official travel advisory website of your home country for the latest updates on your chosen destination. These websites provide valuable information on:
Here is a help link to get you started:
In the unlikely event of a situation that could potentially disrupt your tour, we want to assure you of the following:
By staying informed and working together, we can ensure a fantastic travel experience for you. We will post our own travel updates to our website here.
Post-Tour Feedback
Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a link to a post-purchase survey, which is your opportunity to share your feedback with us on your booking experience and interactions with our Sales and Customer Success teams. This feedback is invaluable to ensure that we are servicing our customers to the best of our ability.
Terms and Conditions
For the full terms and conditions for Cruises by Inspiring Vacations, please see HERE.
This is a flight inclusive package.
This package includes international airfares and flights will be added to your booking at no additional cost. Select your departure city after clicking ‘Book Now’.
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