2007 Goroka Classic Show Program

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GOROKA CLASSIC SHOW TOUR
07 September - 20 September, 2007

The Goroka Classic Show Tour is an unescourted 14 day/13 night program. This classic tour begins in Mount Hagen spending the weekend at the resplendent Rondon Ridge in a valley that was unknown to the outside world until 70 years ago. From Mount Hagen the itinerary takes you on a cruise on the MV Sepik Spirit down the mighty Sepik River taking you into the lowland tropical rainforest, an area steeped in mystery for its intricate carvings and incredible traditions. From the Sepik, you fly to Goroka to attend the extraordinary Goroka Show -- a phenomenal and unforgettable cultural experience. The adventure then continues to the Tari Valley to discover the completely different highlands culture of the Huli -- a proud warrior race whose complex society required young bachelors to grow their own human hair wigs, a custom still practised today.

SUMMARY - 07-20 September, 2007
2 nights	Airways Hotel, Port Moresby
3 nights	Bird of Paradise, Goroka, Eastern Highlands
2 nights	Rondon Ridge, Mount Hagen, Western Highlands
3 nights	MV Sepik Spirit, Sepik Area
1 night	Karawari Lodge, Sepik Area
2 nights	Ambua Lodge, Southern Highlands

ITINERARY IN BRIEF

Fri,_07 Sep. Upon your arrival in Port Moresby, you will be met by Trans Niugini Tours staff. You will then be transferred to the Airways Hotel.
Overnight Airways Hotel

Sat, 08 Sep. In the morning, you are transferred to Air Niugini PX180 and fly to Mt Hagen. Mount Hagen Town is in the upper Wahgi Valley - a valley with some of the oldest evidence of agriculture in the world. Perched high on Mount Kuta is Rondon Ridge, with unbelievable views of the Wahgi Valley. Half Day birding and nature tour around the walking tracks of Rondon Ridge.
Overnight Rondon Ridge

Sun, 09 Sep. Enjoy a full day of cultural and ecological touring. Mount Hagen is situated in the Waghi Valley - a valley with some of the oldest evidence of agriculture in the world.
Overnight Rondon Ridge

Mon, 10 Sep. Fly by charter from Mount Hagen to the Sepik, the mountains start to give way until eventually vast tracts of dense tropical lowland rainforest cover the landscape for as far as the eye can see. From the airstrip, you will be transferred to the air conditioned comfort of the MV Sepik Spirit. Inspired by the architechture of the "haus tambaran" or spirit house, the MV Sepik Spirit has a truly unique design. With its shallow draught, it allows travel to rarely visted areas of the Sepik River and its tributaries in comfort.
Overnight MV Sepik Spirit.

Tue, 11 and Wed, 12 Sep. Two full days are spent exploring the many waterways of the Sepik and its tributaries including visits to traditional Sepik Villages. The Sepik River is one of the largest rivers in the world - in terms of flow. Steeped in mystery, the people of the Sepik area have fascinated anthropologists like Margaret Mead since the area was first visited. Part of the mystery and attraction of the Sepik peoples is their amazing carvings, now famous the world over.
Overnights MV Sepik Spirit.

Thu, 13 Sep. From the Sepik Spirit, you will be transferred to Karawari Lodge. Sitting on a ridge above the Karawari River, Karawari Lodge boasts a spectacular view over hundreds of kilometres of dense tropical jungle. Inspired by local architecture and built with traditional materials, the lodge provides modern comforts.
Overnight Karawari Lodge.

Fri, 14 Sep. Fly by charter from Karawari to Goroka. Goroka, home of the famous and intriguing Asaro Mudmen, will be your base for the duration of the 2007 Goroka Cultural Show.
Overnight Bird of Paradise Hotel.

Sat, 15
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Sun, 16 Sep. Spend 2 days enjoying the cultural extravaganza that is the Goroka Show.
Overnight Bird Of Paradise Hotel.

Mon, 17 Sep. Fly by charter aircraft from Goroka to Ambua, a thrilling flight past the twin peaks of Mt.Giluwe and over the alpine grasslands of the Tari Gap. Ambua Lodge is high on the slopes of the Tari Valley, with magnificent views of the valley below and surrounding peaks. The Tari Valley - home of the Huli, a colourful and proud people still largely living the same way that their tumbuna did. The afternoon is spent exploring the area surrounding Ambua - high mountain forests with roaring waterfalls beckon the intrepid traveller.
Overnight Ambua Lodge.

Tue, 18 Sep. Enjoy a full day of cultural and ecological touring. The Tari area is home to an incredible 13 species of birds of paradise, as well as numerous orchid species. Learn how the Huli live and how they interact with and use their environment.
Overnight Ambua Lodge
Wed, 19 Sep. Fly by charter aircraft from Ambua to Mount Hagen, a thrilling flight over the alpine grasslands of the Tari Gap and past the twin peaks of Mt.Giluwe. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to the Highlander Hotel to have lunch and relax by the poolside. In the afternoon you will be transferred to Air Niugini PX183 and fly to Port Moresby. Upon arrival in Port Moresby, you will be met by Trans Niugini Tours staff and transferred to the Airways Hotel.
Overnight Airways Hotel

Thu, 20 Sep. You will be met by Trans Niugini Tours staff and transferred to your international departing flight.

INFORMATION

LAND COST:
US$4,406.00 per person - (twin share room basis)
SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT:
US$675.00 per person (Single room EXCEPT at the Bird of Paradise Hotel or onboard the MV Sepik Spirit, which are on a twin share basis).
LAND COST INCLUDES:
Accommodation, airport transfers and tours on a seat in a bus basis, meals from dinner on 07 September to breakfast on 20 September, local guides and show gate fees.
LAND COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Domestic and international flights, visa fees and services of a personal nature such as beverage, laundry charges, phone and fax bills.
ADDITIONAL AIR CHARTER COST:
US$1,386.00 per person
10 Sep. Mount Hagen/Sepik
14 Sep. Karawari/Goroka
17 Sep. Goroka/Ambua
19 Sep. Ambua/Mount Hagen
Special Note Regarding Charters: Maximum baggage allowance is 10kg per person and a maximum of 5kg carry on baggage per person. Large, hard sided suitcases are not permitted on charter aircraft.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
You are only to book and ticket the domestic Air Niugini flights together with your international flights. We will book the Air Charter flights.
The Air Niugini flights you are to book and ticket are:
Saturday 08 September -- Air Niugini PX180 PORT MORESBY/MOUNT HAGEN
Wednesday 19 September -- Air Niugini PX183 MOUNT HAGEN/PORT MORESBY

BOOKING AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

To secure space, a NON REFUNDABLE deposit of US$500.00 per person is required to confirm the booking .

Full payment is due on 15 July, 2007. We will confirm booking only on receipt of payment.

Deposits and payments should be made into our Wells Fargo US Dollar bank account, details of which can be found on our payment instructions page.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Cancellations received within a 30 day period prior to the commencement of the tour will attract a 50% fee of the total land and air charter costs. No refund is available after scheduled arrival in Papua New Guinea or in respect of any tour, accommodation, meals or any other service not utilized during the tour. Any additional costs incurred because of changes made during the itinerary by clients, will be to the clients account. Cancellations received after the 15 June, 2007, and prior to the 30 day period before the tour commences, will attract a fee of US$500 per person.

CLIENT INFORMATION:
Upon receipt of deposits, you will be sent a confirmation packet and Client Information Booklet. We cannot stress enough the importance of reading this information prior to your arrival in Papua New Guinea. The Client Information Booklet has been specifically designed to give you vital information about strict luggage weight limits on the small aircraft used throughout the tours, possible delays in aircraft movements, standards of accommodation, etc. - Information in advance may help you to adjust to situations better as they occur.

A copy can also be obtained from this web site by clicking here [GENERAL INFORMATION]

COMMISSION RATE ON LAND CONTENT: Please apply.

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