Capilano Golf Club2015 Tour - Australia

Capilano GC Tour

AustraliaEnjoy the spectacular golf, natural wonders, extraordinary wildlife and fun-loving people of Australia. Merit Golf Vacations in conjunction with our Australia representative have used our local expertise, knowledge and contacts to ensure the best of the east coast of Australia is experienced.

We have secured tee-times at these top ranked golf clubs in Australia. These include Royal Melbourne GC, Kingston Heath GC, Victoria GC, Barnbougle Dunes, Lost Farm, New South Wales GC and The Lakes GC.

The golf will be fantastic, however this is only one part of the experience. We have also included wonderful day tours for the Sydney Harbour, Great Ocean Road, The Yarra Valley and more.

With luxury accommodation, great restaurants, golf and sightseeing this tour will be leave a lasting impression.

Itinerary - GolfersArrive Sydney

18th March

All Transfers are by Private Coach Transfer - Sydney Airport to Hotel.Accommodation:Intercontinental Sydney (2 nights)Club InterContinental Eastern Harbour View Room Includes access to the Club Room and porterage (Includes breakfast, twilight drinks between 5-7pm, light refreshments all day, Personal concierge plus more.

19th March

Return transfer to the Lakes Golf Club.The Lakes Golf Club, established in 1928, is one of Sydney's most prestigious private golf clubs.

20th March

Transfer to New South Wales Golf Club.Officially opened for play by the Governor General of Australia, Baron Stonehaven, on June 23 1928, although incomplete at the time.Original Course Routing and Bunkering Plan was by Dr. Alister MacKenzie, December 1926

Transfer – NSW GC to Sydney Domestic AirportFlight Sydney-Launceston

Barnbougle DunesTasmania, Australia’s island state is renown for its untouched wilderness, pristine coastline, cool climate wines and fresh local produce. On the north East coast of Tasmania lies a hidden gem and one of the world's top Links golf courses, Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm.

20th March

Arrive BarnbougleAccommodation:Lost Farm Lodge (2 Nights)Including Daily Breakfast

21st March

Golf at Lost Farm

22nd March

Golf at Barnbougle DunesTransfer to Launceston Airport and fly to Melbourne

Melbourne

22nd March

Transfer Melbourne Airport to HotelAccommodation Crown Tower (4 nights)Includes Crystal Club access - includes buffet breakfast and evening drinks.

23rd March

Return transfer to Royal Melbourne Golf Club.Royal Melbourne's two courses, the East Course and the West Course, are each ranked amongst the best in the world. Royal Melbourne has hosted numerous national and international events, most famously the 1959 Canada Cup, the 1970 World Cup and the 1998 and 2011 Presidents Cup.

24th March

Return transfer to Kingston Heath Golf Club.Kingston Heath Golf Club is one of Australia's best golf courses. Ranked as the number one course in Asia and the 27th best course in the world, Kingston Heath enjoys an enviable reputation for its superb conditioning all year round.

25th March

Return transfers to Victoria Golf Club.The style of design together with the shape of MacKenzie’s bold bunkering, the slope of the land and use of native vegetation is somewhat reminiscent of Royal Melbourne albeit on a slightly smaller scale.

Day of Departure

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Day of Departure

March 26

Transfer via private coach to Tullamarine Airport ( Melbourne ) for 80 minute flight to Sydney, and connection with homeward flight to Vancouver

New South Wales Golf Club(Australian Ranking 5)"La Perouse", as the course is often known, is set amongst scrub covered sand hills and valleys that slope down to the Pacific Ocean at secluded Cruwee Bay. This inspiring layout is bounded by water on three sides and has many of the characteristics of true links golf. Occasionally benign and at the mercy of the "young guns", this sleeping giant, with its undulating fairways and small greens, calls for great skill in shot making when the sea breezes blow. It has been written that golf had its origins on unique seascapes similar to this one, where the wind is a dominating factor and the direction from which it blows making any of the eighteen holes comparatively easy or extremely difficult.

Golf Clubs & Course Overview

Royal Melbourne Golf Club(Australian Ranking 1 West course and 8 East course) Royal Melbourne's two courses, the East Course and the West Course, are each ranked amongst the best in the world. Royal Melbourne has hosted numerous national and international events, most famously the 1959 Canada Cup, and the 1970 World Cup. It was selected by the PGA Tour to hold the Presidents Cup for the first time outside the United States in December 1998. The Club will also host the Presidents Cup in 2011.

The Lakes Golf Club(Australian Ranking 12) The Lakes has long been a major tournament venue having hosted many events including the Australian Open, Australian PGA, Ampol Tournament, Chrysler Classic, Wills Masters, Johnnie Walker Classic, Greg Norman Holden International and the ANZ Championship. The course continues to maintain its reputation as a great challenge to any golfer. The golf course is renowned for its presentation and is generally regarded as one of the best wet weather courses in the region. The final nine holes bordering the Botany Aquifer and wetlands area, with an abundance of wild life, scenic views and a range of tempting golf shots, makes a round of golf at The Lakes a memorable experience.

Golf Clubs & Course Overview

The Victoria Golf Club(Australian Ranking 9) The Victoria Golf Club is acclaimed by golfers the world over for its fine hospitality and superb world championship course. Situated in the heart of Melbourne's rolling sandbelt country, in the beach side suburb of Cheltenham, it offers a sporting experience on par with the worlds best. The beautifully landscaped par 72 course is designed to challenge both the amateur and professional golfer.

Barnbougle Dunes(Australian Ranking 4) Golfing at Barnbougle Dunes is an unforgettable outdoors experience. The crashing surf of Bass Strait is visible from most holes, and audible from all. Few golf courses can boast such a variety of surrounding water bodies. Barnbougle Dunes is flanked by Bass Strait, the Trent tidal estuary, freshwater tea-tree wetlands, and the Forester River, having meandered its way down from the distant peaks of Mt Maurice.

Kingston Heath Golf Club(Australian Ranking 2) Kingston Heath Golf Club is not only one of Australia's, but also one of the world's leading golf clubs.The 18 holes were built on only 50 hectares, it is perfectly manicured and its bunkering and clever use of dips and hollows visually fools the non observant golfer. If you wildly deviate from the fairway, the rough (comprising long grass, ti- tree and sandy scrapes) will test your ability to get the ball back into play.

Barnbougle Lost Farm(Australian Ranking 6) The Lost Farm commences on some level terrain to reach the coast, so the first couple of holes build the anticipation as the dunes loom ahead. By the time we reached the 3rd, the assault commenced. A short par-4 with a small, tiered green sheltered in a dune. It appears innocuous from the tee, but the challenge is all at the green. This hole was a fearsome introduction to a stretch of holes played in and through some remarkable dunes in the links land.

Crown TowersA spectacular Melbourne landmark, Crown Towers rises above the city’s vibrant precinct of Southbank, offering luxury accommodation with leisure facilities and an impeccable standard of guest service and attention to detail.

InterContinental SydneyOverlooking the world’s most stunning harbour, this Sydney hotel is a true expression of luxury. Guests can enjoy picturesque views from contemporary suites or the heated indoor swimming pool on the 31st floor. Experience one of the finest restaurants in Sydney at Cafe Opera, serving European and Australian cuisine made from fresh local produce. Near the hotel, explore the The Rocks, stroll through the Royal Botanic Gardens or browse the designer boutiques at the Queen Victoria Building.

Accommodation Overview

Lost Farm LodgeStylishly appointed, the Lost Farm Lodge provides an elegant accommodation option for golfers wishing to stay on site at the golf course. With views of the course, coastline and Tasmanian hinterland each room is only a short stroll to the Lodge Restaurant, Spa, Clubhouse and first tee. The lodge offers two types of accommodation, the Queen Double Suites and the Queen Suites. 

MARCH 18 – 26/15

Golfer Package Inclusions:

Accommodations• InterContinental Sydney (2 nights)• Lost Farm – The Lodge (2 nights)• Crown Towers (4 nights)

7 rounds of Golf (Australian Ranking 1 rd at each of):• (2) Kingston Heath GC• (9) Victoria GC• (1/8) Royal Melbourne (West/East Course)• (4) Barnbougle Dunes• (6) Lost Farm• (5) New South Wales Club• (12) The Lakes Golf Club

*Golf Clubs with multiple courses hold the rights as to which course tee-times will be available for play on the day.

FURTHER INCLUSIONS:

• All Private coach transfers btwn airport /hotels and golf courses

• Daily breakfast (throughout)• Evening drinks at all hotels• Opening dinner at the Intercontinental in Sydney• Closing dinner at Victoria GC• All domestic airline costs• International airfare – economy class

Exclusions• Meals, drinks and laundry not specified in the itinerary• Gratuities and any items of a personal nature• Sightseeing and excursions not specified in the

itinerary• Visa fees (please be sure to check if visas are

required)

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS PRICING ISBASED ON 2014 PRICES FROM AIRLINES, TRANSFER

COMPANIES, RESORTS, GOLF COURSES AS WELL AS CURRENT CANADIAN VS AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATES.

IN THE EVENT THAT THERE IS A FLUCTUATION OF MORE THAN 5% IN EITHER DIRECTION ON THE ADVERTISED PRICE. MERIT GOLF RESERVES THE RIGHT TO INCREASE OR DECREASE THE ADVERTISED PRICE ACCORDINGLY.

THIS WILL ONLY OCCUR IN CONSULTATION WITH CAPILANO GOLF CLUB PROFESSIONAL STAFF AND WILL ONLY BE CONSIDERED AS A LAST RESORT.

Capilano Australia Tour International Flight Schedule

• Mon Mar16 AC033 LV Vancouver 11:40pm AR Sydney 9:20am +2days (Mar18)

• Thu Mar26 QF406 (Qantas) LV Melbourne 6:45am AR Sydney 8:10am

• Thu Mar26 AC034 LV Sydney 11:15am AR Vancouver 7:30am

• Business Class is available but there is an upcharge of $5920cad per person

CAPILANO AUSTRALIA TOUR PRICING

LAND AND AIR PRICE PER PERSON

•$7000cad per golfer based on Double occupancy•$8850cad per golfer based on Single occupancy•Please be advised that this pricing is subject to change due to currency fluctuations

•To hold space on this trip a $2000cad partially refundable deposit is required. Should cancellation occur, $1000 will be non-refundable. •To protect yourself and your deposit, both medical and trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended. For information contact your Merit representative•FULL PAYMENT WILL BE REQUIRED 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE

Deposit requirements:

Travel InsuranceIt is highly recommended Travel Insurance is obtained at the time you make payment for your travel. Travel insurance should protect you against any medical expenses arising from sickness or injury during your travels and against any loss of or damage to your belongings. It should also provide cover against trip cancellations and flight delays, and offer 24 hour emergency assistance. 

Cancellation Policy More than 70 days before departure date: We will retain 50% of the deposit.Between 30 and 69 days before departure date: We will retain the full deposit. No refund of the balance paid will be available to you until after we receive a refund from our supplier. In some instances you may not be able to claim a refundWithin 30 days of departure date: No refund is payable.Notifications of cancellations must be forwarded to Merit Golf Vacations in writing or email as soon as possible. Brian.langford@merit.caThere is no refund for cancellation for unused services on or after the tour commencement date. Note: Airlines have there own cancellation terms and conditions.

Tour Rates Tour prices are set as a guide only and may vary due to currency fluctuations and component cost increases. All rates advertised are accurate at the time of publication and are subject to change until receipt of payment in full. The Travelling Golfer reserves the right to adjust our tour cost as necessary. Any surcharges will be passed on in respect to currency fluctuations unless full payment has been received and no changes are made to your bookingThe tour price is for the package as detailed in the itinerary only. If changes are requested to the itinerary, then an administration fee of $100 plus any additional costs incurred will be charged, on top of the tour price.

AirlinesInternational airfares are included in the tour itinerary. All airfare bookings are subject to individual airline terms and conditions. Airlines have their own luggage restrictions. If you do not adhere to these limitations excess baggage fees may apply and are at your own expense.

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