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30 Day Fly, Stay, Tour & Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Onboard Beverages, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | April 2025

Book By 30 September 2024

Set Sail on 17 April 2025

Product Code: MC-32444

BUCKET LIST PANAMA CANAL AND CALIFORNIA DISCOVERY

30 Day Fly, Stay, Tour & Cruise Holiday with $4000 Bonus Value Including City Stay, Onboard Beverages, Exclusive Package Savings & More

  • $4000 Bonus Value
  • Sail | April 2025

Package Inclusions Open All

Return economy flights to Fort Lauderdale returning from Los Angeles

BONUS 1 Night hotel stay to explore the city of Fort Lauderdale

Enjoy a 16 night Panama Canal cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles onboard Celebrity Summit in an Interior Stateroom

Onboard dining across a range of complimentary venues
Onboard entertainment including live music & performances
Onboard all port taxes & charges
Onboard prepaid gratuities

BONUS Onboard beverage package with cocktails, spirits, wine, beer & soft drinks
BONUS Onboard Wifi package

13 Day leisurely guided coach tour through Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas and Yosemite
12 Night accommodation in hand selected hotels whilst touring
Transportation on a private deluxe motor coach with the services of a professional tour director

Touring Highlights

  • A glimpse of Hollywood glamour with photo stops in Los Angeles  
  • Discover the renowned mid-century architecture of Palm Springs 
  • A taste of Old West in Scottsdale  
  • Admire panoramic views on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon 
  • Stay in Williams with Route 66 in the main town.
  • Free time to experience Las Vegas
  • Explore Yosemite National Park  
  • Take in the sites of the Golden Gate city of San Francisco                                                                           
  • Visit Cannery Row in Monterey, inspired by the author John Steinbeck 
  • Traverse the rugged and beautiful pacific coastline on 17 Mile Drive & Big Sur Highway 
  • See the towering ancient redwood trees in Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park 
  • Stay in the Danish city of Solvang and explore the quaint village streets
  • End at Santa Monica pier and the ultimate California beach 
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Fort Lauderdale, USA

Welcome to Fort Lauderdale! Boasting an intricate canal system, lush tropical trails, white sand beaches bordering the charming Atlantic Ocean, and a seemingly infinite shopping district, this city is undoubtably eclectic. Adventure-seekers will not be disappointed with an airboat tour down the Florida Everglades (keep an eye out for alligators and flamingos!), while those looking to broaden their minds can uncover all the Museum of Science and Discovery has to offer. Enjoy a 1-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Fort Lauderdale, USA

Embark your 16 night Panama Canal cruise from Fort Lauderdale to Los Angeles onboard Celebrity Summit today.

 
At Sea

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.

 
George Town, Grand Cayman

Welcome to George Town, where the high life meets island life. Here, you can snorkel with stingrays, sea turtles and starfish, soak up some rays at the iconic Seven Mile Beach and hit the green at the North Sound Club. Finish your day in paradise with a cocktail in hand, lazing on a beachside hammock.

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
Cartagena, Colombia

Welcome to Cartagena! It’s hard not to fall in love with the vibrant energy and friendly locals of this historic coastal city. Roam the multicoloured streets of the Old Walled City, step back in time at the Palace of the Inquisition or swim and snorkel in the coral reefs of the nearby Rosario Islands.

 
Colon, Panama

Welcome to Colon! Home to the Panama Canal’s Atlantic Ocean entryway, here you can watch as ships enter this engineering marvel. Later, venture to the 16th-century forts of the Portobelo National Park, day trip to the urban Panama City or shop ‘til you drop at Zona Libre, one of the largest duty-free shopping areas in the world.

 
Panama Canal, Panama

Welcome to Panama! Today you’ll transit through one of the world’s most extraordinary engineering feats, the Panama Canal. As you cruise your way through the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, you’ll pass the lush Soberania National Park – be sure to keep an eye out for sloths, eagles and toucans!

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
Puntarenas, Costa Rica

Welcome to Puntarenas! If you’re seeking an eco-adventure in Costa Rica, this diverse port is the one for you. Trek amongst the treetops in San Luis Park, tour the Espiritu Santo Arabica coffee plantation or venture to the artisan town of Sarchi to shop for arts and crafts.

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala

Welcome to Puerto Quetzal, your gateway to Guatemala’s most iconic attractions. Book a shore excursion to the city of Antigua, a UNESCO World Heritage Site teeming with historic sites and Spanish Colonial streets. Or stay in Puerto Quetzal and learn how to weave intricate textile patterns from the local Mayan women.

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
Mazatlán, Mexico

Welcome to Mazatlán! This idyllic Mexican city is known as the ‘Pearl of the Pacific’. Stroll past pretty pastel houses and restored colonial buildings as you explore the city’s historic centre before kicking back on a golden stretch of sand at one of many beaches.  

 
At Sea

Enjoy a relaxing day at sea.

 
Los Angeles - Tour Begins

Disembark Celebrity Summit in Los Angeles today. Your Tour Leader will be on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.

 
Los Angeles - Palm Springs

Driving Time: Approx 2 Hours

The morning starts with a sightseeing tour of Tinseltown. Drive through Hollywood and see the historic TCL Chinese Theatre. This world-famous cinema (formerly Grauman’s) has hosted some of the most exclusive movie premieres in Hollywood history. See the Dolby Theater (formerly the Kodak Theater), the first permanent home of the glamorous Academy Awards and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. At midday you’ll make your way east to the desert oasis of Palm Springs. Ever since Hollywood stars first came here in the 1930’s laying claim to ranch-style estates and staying in elite hotels, the clean dry air and sunshine have made Palm Springs irresistible.

 
Palm Springs - Scottsdale Area

Driving Time: Approx 4.5 hours  

Travel through cacti-covered desert towards Old Town Scottsdale where Western storefronts create an aura of the past. Enjoy free time to explore a taste of the Old West with shopping and Western bars. With wooden beams, wagon wheels, and cowboy hats abundant, you will feel like you have traveled back in time to the era of outlaws and saloons.

 
Scottsdale Area - Sedona - Grand Canyon - Williams
Driving Time: Approx 5.5 Hours

First stop today is a visit to Sedona, a centre for Southwestern and New Age arts. Travel through Oak Creek Canyon with its weather-sculpted formations of dramatic, color-tinted crags. Then pass by the San Francisco Mountains and beautiful pine forests to the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, take our optional helicopter flightseeing excursion for incomparable views of flame-colored walls plunging 6,093 feet into the Colorado River (extra cost) Stay overnight in Williams, a picturesque mountain town with Route 66 as the main street.

 
Williams - Las Vegas

Driving Time: 3.5 Hours

Cross the old Mohave gold-strike country, that still has traces of century-old ghost towns set in the natural desert beauty. Look out for Joshua trees, a species of the Agave family that grows to 40 feet high and can live for more than 300 years. Today’s destination is the man-made oasis in the Nevada desert that is Las Vegas, a fantastic city of feverish gambling, neon lights, and glamorous shows. An orientation tour upon arrival shows off many of the themed casino resorts along the colorful “Strip.”

 
Las Vegas
The day is free for exploring on your own. Your Tour Leader will have plenty of activities to choose from (extra cost) and will recommend favorite restaurants and shopping areas.
 
Las Vegas - Selma
Driving Time: Approx 6 Hours  

Departing the neon lights of Las Vegas, we continue across the desert landscape of Nevada before crossing into California. See the vast Mojave Desert, which covers one-fifth of California. Pass through agricultural land and overnight in Selma in the central San Joaquin Valley. 

 
Selma - Yosemite National Park - Sonora

Driving TimeApprox 3 Hours    

Today, enter Yosemite National Park, a wonderland of giant granite domes, towering pinnacles, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests.   Afterward, drive to Sonora. 

 
Sonora - San Francisco

Driving Time: Approx 2.5 Hours 

This morning, we continue west to the “Golden Gate City” of San Francisco, famous for its cable cars. After lunch, included sightseeing takes in the spectacular Golden Gate Bridge, Nob Hill, and bustling Fisherman’s Wharf. 

 
San Francisco

The day is free for you to explore more of this fascinating city with optional tours (extra cost)You may like to visit Alcatraz Prison and get a close-up look at the infamous federal penitentiary that was off limits to the public for years, take an iconic cable car ride, there are a variety of tours to choose from.

 
San Francisco - 17 Mile Drive - Carmel - Monterey

Driving Time: Approx 2.5 Hours 

This morning, travel south to picturesque Monterey, which was once Spain’s Californian capital. Visit Monterey Harbor’s historic Old Fisherman’s Wharf to look for sea lions and otters, then visit Cannery Row, made famous by John Steinbeck’s novel of the same name. Later, take in the spectacular Pacific Ocean waves from legendary 17-Mile Drive and the rugged Pacific coastline en route to Carmel Bay. Nestled in a pine forest beside the picturesque coastline, Carmel by the Sea is a storybook setting not to be missed. 

 
Monterey - Big Sur - San Luis Obispo - Solvang

Driving Time: Approx 3.5 Hours  

Today, you will experience one of the most beautiful coastlines anywhere in the world—Big Sur. Experience stunning views, redwood forests, and the Pacific Ocean crashing below. Keep your camera handy, as there will be plenty of scenic photo stops. Visit Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park and experience the deep shade and cathedral-like beauty of California Redwoods, and the dramatic mountains meeting the sea. Enjoy time in San Luis Obispo before making your way to Solvang, where Denmark has been recreated with picturesque buildings and windmills. There’s time to walk the flower-lined village streets and enjoy the “Old World” architecture.

 
Solvang - Santa Monica - Los Angeles

Driving Time: 2.5 Hours  

From Solvang, it’s a short drive south back to the coast. We make our way to Santa Monica Pier, and the ultimate California beach. Afterward, guests with outbound flights will head to Los Angeles International Airport.   

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Important Info Open All

Price based on cruise sail date 17 April 2025

Price based on departing from Auckland

Extra charges apply for:

  • Christchurch ($199pp)

Based on Interior Stateroomview stateroom

Upgrade to Oceanview Stateroom from $499 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Veranda Stateroom from $1399 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Concierge Class Stateroom from $1899 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Aqua Class Stateroom from $3599 per personview stateroom

 

Prices are per person twin share in NZD, 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 New Zealand 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 $150NZD 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 New Zealand passport holders.
For Non-New Zealand 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.

Product Code: MC-32444

From $11,390 *pp
Valued at $13390
Book By 30 September 2024

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