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Welcome to the “Windy City.” Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
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19 Day Fly, Stay & Cruise Holiday with $3000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More
Book By 28th February 2025
19 Day Fly, Stay & Cruise Holiday with $3000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Exclusive Package Savings & More
Return economy flights to Chicago returning from New York
10 Day leisurely guided coach tour from Chicago to New Orleans
Transportation on private deluxe motor coach with services of a professional tour director
Immerse yourself with city tours in Chicago, Nashville & St Louis
Enjoy a show at the Grand Old Opry in Nashville – dedicated to honouring country music and it’s history
Visit Graceland – Home of Elvis Presley
Explore New Orleans with a city tour; visit the French Quarter, Jackson Square & many other iconic sites
Enjoy a 7 night Bahamas & Caribbean cruise onboard Oasis of the seas in an Interior Stateroom
Experience perfect day at CocoCay, a private island in the Bahamas reserved exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests
Indulge in complimentary gourmet dining at multiple onboard venues
Experience world class entertainment, including Broadway shows, spectacular performances at the Aqua Theater, vibrant comedy clubs, live music, and energetic nightclubs.
Enjoy thrilling activities like rock climbing, zip-lining, and surfing on the FlowRider wave simulator
Stroll through Central Park, an open-air garden lined with specialty restaurants and shops, providing a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle.
Unwind in the adults-only Solarium, offering a peaceful retreat with whirlpools, comfortable loungers, and breathtaking ocean views.
Onboard all port taxes & charges
Onboard prepaid gratuities
One way flight from New Orleans to New York
BONUS 2 Night hotel stay to explore the city of New York at your leisure
BONUS Included transfer for NYC airport to your hotel
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Welcome to the “Windy City.” Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
Chicago is known for its iconic architecture, world class museums, and beautiful waterfront. Sightseeing includes landmarks like the Wrigley Building, Willis Tower (formerly the Sears Tower), and Navy Pier followed by an afternoon at leisure. Consider visiting the extraordinary Art Institute of Chicago or stroll along Michigan Avenue, better known as the Magnificent Mile. Enjoy an optional river cruise to take in the Windy City’s amazing architecture, then go deep with a slice (or three) of iconic Chicago deep-dish pizza!
Travel across the fertile Illinois farmlands to St. Louis, “Gateway to the West.” An orientation tour includes a trip to the Gateway Arch National Park, which commemorates the city’s key role in westward expansion. Visit the museum under the Arch, which celebrates Lewis & Clark’s famous expedition 200 years ago.
Recross the Mississippi River and roll southeast to Paducah, Kentucky on the Ohio River. Have time for lunch there and perhaps pay a visit to the National Quilt Museum to view quilts that truly are works of art. Late-afternoon arrival in Nashville. Tonight, enjoy reserved seating for a toe-tapping show at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, a mecca for country musicians.
Start the day with a sightseeing tour of Nashville, the Country Music Capital of the World. Visit the famous landmarks and the Music Row recording studios. Then consider joining an optional excursion to tour both historic RCA Studio B, cradle of the 1960s “Nashville Sound” where stars such as Dolly Parton, Elvis Presley, Eddy Arnold, Willie Nelson, and the Everly Brothers recorded many of their biggest hits and also the Country Music Hall of Fame to see glittering costumes, rare instruments, and a king-sized set of wheels a.k.a. Elvis Presley’s “solid-gold” Cadillac.
Depart Nashville and visit the Tina Turner Museum in the one-room schoolhouse attended by a young Anna Mae Bullock (a.k.a. Tina Turner). See the collection of the “Queen of Rock’s” memorabilia, including costumes, gold records and even her high school yearbook! Afterward, cross Tennessee to Memphis, “Home of the Blues” and a city with a distinct Southern flavor. Enjoy an orientation tour on arrival and see where scenes from the movie “Walk the Line” were filmed. Later, consider an optional excursion to where rock-n-roll was first recorded at Sun Studio, followed by dinner.
Enjoy time today at Graceland, Elvis Presley’s beautiful estate. Your guided audio tour focuses on the opulent 15,000-square-foot mansion and the Meditation Garden where Elvis, and his daughter and grandson, are laid to rest. Also see Elvis’ custom jets and his favourite automobiles. Return to Memphis mid-afternoon and, if you haven’t done so already, perhaps get a taste of Memphis with some southern barbecue or a visit to the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum.
Today, make your way through the state of Mississippi. Visit the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center. Discover the life of B.B. (Blues Boy) King, from his humble beginnings to his big break on Beale Street in Memphis. An evening arrival in New Orleans allows time for exploring this lively city on your own.
A full morning is dedicated to the sights and sounds of New Orleans, featuring a guided tour that includes the French Quarter landmarks, St. Louis Cathedral and Jackson Square, and a visit to a unique above-ground cemetery. This afternoon, join an optional tour of one of the many plantation homes in southern Louisiana. The architecture and beauty of these homes alone is impressive and the stories that go with them are even better. Or cruise down bayous with moss-draped cypress trees to seek out alligators on a Louisiana Swamp Tour. This evening, perhaps enjoy an optional Mississippi River dinner cruise, complete with live jazz—the perfect finale to a memorable touring adventure of the South.
Say goodbye to the soulful rhythms of New Orleans and hello to the dazzling skyline of New York City!
Today be transferred from your New Orleans hotel to the Airport for your connecting flight to New York. In New York you will taken to your hotel where you can settle in and explore at your leisure. Whether you’re swapping beignets for bagels or jazz for Broadway, this flight whisks you from the charm of the French Quarter to the energy of Times Square in just a few hours. Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.
Embark your 7 night Bahamas & Caribbean cruise onboard Oasis of the Seas today.
Your day at sea will allow you to take full advantage of everything the ship has to offer. Seek out hidden treasures and make the most of the facilities onboard. All of the ships activities can be found on the vessels daily newsletter. If relaxation is on your mind then your sea day will allow you to sit back, soak in ship life and watch the world as it floats by.
A central port in Florida, Canaveral is one of the busiest in the world. Over 3.9 million cruise passengers passed through last year alone! Once in Orlando, you’ll be treated too over 12 theme parks with Walt Disney World as the key attraction. The new hot spot, Universal Orlando, is home to Universal studios and Harry Potter World which makes for a fun day out.
Welcome to the capital of the Bahamas! Nassau has the largest open-air aquarium in the world with over 100 different species of colourful tropical fish. Here you can interact with dolphins and go on excursions to neighbouring islands in motorboats. The historical centre of Nassau boasts charming colonial-style buildings and numerous pastel-coloured wooden shops that alternate with Georgian-style structures.
Welcome to CocoCay! Known for offering the ‘Perfect Day’, this island is exclusively reserved for Royal Caribbean guests. Adventure-seekers can’t miss the shriek-inducing slides of Thrill Waterpark or the rush of ziplining across the sunny, blue sky. Meanwhile, those seeking a more chilled-out vibe can grab swim-up cocktails at Oasis Lagoon or hang out in a private cabana at Hideaway Beach. The choice is yours at CocoCay.
Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.
Disembark Oasis of the Seas in New York City today. Farewell USA as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.
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Please note: Stateroom upgrade pricing may vary depending on departure date
Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.
Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.
Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.
Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry. Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.
Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.
Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges. These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights
Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.
** Low Deposit Policy
A second deposit (part payment) will be required/date & amount will be supplied by the consultant at the time of booking.
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