Christy Whitman and Ti Caine Invite You to Bali For

Bali

September 4-15, 2008

The SPIRIT OF PROSPERITY,  September 4th to 16th, 2008

$5549 incl RT Airfare from US, 5 star accommodations, all meals, yoga classes, spa treatments and 12 hours of workshops with Christy Whitman and Ti Caine. Non-US departure available.

Depart the US from Houston Intercontinental on the 4th of September, arrive in Bali September 6th.

ARRIVAL TRANSFER BY AIR-CONDITIONED MOTORCOACH WITH ENGLISH-SPEAKING GUIDE
LAND ITINERARY

6SEP-11SEP            

5 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION AT  NUSA DUA BEACH SPA & RESORT (PALACE CLUB ROOM)
Enjoy your gorgeously appointed, upgraded room, with private patio or balcony, marble bathroom, and sunken tub. Even the in-room privacy doors are ornate — hand-carved from exotic wood.  Everything in Bali is a work of art!

 

http://www.nusaduahotel.com/

The Nusa Dua is a stunning full-service hotel with a private beach, 6 restaurants, 4 bars, a cultural pavilion and a private Hindu temple.

 

BREAKFAST DAILY, in the Palace Club’s private dining room, which opens onto the hotel’s relaxing gardens and features views of the beautiful central pond and private Nusa Dua Temple.

NIGHTLY, enjoy a complimentary glass of champagne or wine and the fabulous hors d’oeuvres at the exclusive Palace Club.

6SEP

Welcome drink at the Nusa Dua Palace Club; room assignments; dinner on your own, or relax and take a walk on the private beach, stroll the grounds, or take a swim in one of the hotel’s beautiful pools.

 

7SEP(B/L/D)

MORNING AT LEISURE
12PM BRIEF ORIENTATION MEETING

LUNCH AT HOTEL, followed by SPIRIT OF PROSPERITY WORKSHOP, taught by our tour leaders, Christy Whitman and Ti Caine. (5 hours total, including lunch/orientation)

DINNER AT NUSA DUA BEACH HOTEL at one of the six beautiful restaurants on the grounds

 

8SEP (B/D)

SHOPPING EXCURSION

For those of you who can't wait until we get to Ubud, here's your chance to pick up some fabulous souvenirs at a fabulous discount, all under one roof!

 

AFTERNOON SPA TREATMENT AT NUSA DUA BEACH SPA & HOTEL

Time for some pampering: choose from a facial, Balinese massage or reflexology treatment at the world-class Nusa Dua Spa. This is our treat to you.

Choose from a Balinese massage, Balinese facial, or traditional reflexology with a Balinese twist – 1 hour treatment at the world-class Nusa Dua Spa. Afterwards, take a dip in the spa’s lap pool, and enjoy the soothing spa music piped through the underwater speakers!  Before or after your treatment, try the state-of-the-art gym, just across from the spa.  Of course, your visit is included!

6PM-8:30PM EVENING SUNSET CRUISE WITH TRANSFERS
Spend sunset on a cruise ship, enjoying views of Bali’s coastline against the backdrop of the spectacular setting sun. Relax and enjoy cruising on the Indonesian Ocean. Dinner on board the ship (or immediately following) will feature Balinese local cuisine, fresh and delicious!

 

9SEP (B/L)

7AM MORNING YOGA SESSION on the grounds of the Nusa Dua.

 

THE RURAL CHARM OF BALI AT GULINGAN VILLAGE,

LUNCH AT GULINGAN Lunch is a charming local buffet, which features the island’s signature dish, Babi Guling – Roast Suckling Pig.  Of course, vegetarian dishes will be included for those who prefer them. Enjoy a fabulous afternoon relaxing among the rice paddies, listening to local musicians, and even getting a Balinese cooking lesson!

 

AFTERNOON VISIT  TO TANAH LOT TEMPLE

Considered one of the most beautiful temples in the world, Tanah Lot is perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean, and the grounds will give us a taste of the street vendors we will see in Bali.  Tourist-y, but a must see!

 

10SEP (B/D)
9AM -1PM SPIRIT OF PROSPERITY WORKSHOP II with our tour leader, Christy Whitman and Ti Caine.

EVENING: DINNER AT BBC RESTAURANT IN JIMBARAN BAY
This fabulous experience is not to be missed – a torch lit dinner on the beach, at the water’s edge, featuring local dancing and musicians, while we dine on seafood fresh from the Indian Ocean – lobster, shrimp, and fish you’ve never even heard of!  Vegetarian meals will be provided for those who do not eat seafood.

                                               

11SEP (B/L)                       

7AM MORNING YOGA SESSION on the grounds of the Nusa Dua.

11:00AM TRANSFER FROM NUSA DUA TO UBUD.  En route, we will visit the AYU MAS PAINTING STUDIO, which features room after room of gorgeous paintings in the Balinese, local, and classic styles.  Yes, we have negotiated a great discount for you here!

The Ayu Mas is a huge, privately owned, art gallery filled with hundreds of original paintings by dozens of local artists. There’s often a small group of artists working out front. The owner is a charming fellow who’s very knowledgeable in the various local “schools” of painting (i.e. Ubud style, traditional style, etc.) and the staff is friendly and efficient.

LUNCH AT THE TALISMAN RESTAURANT, UBUD

In the afternoon, we will visit UBUD MARKET, the renowned outdoor market – you’re on your own bargaining with the vendors, but you’ll want an extra suitcase for the silk sarongs alone!

 

ARRIVE AT ROYAL PITA MAHA RESORT AT 4:00PM.

 

11-15SEP 

http://www.royalpitamaha-bali.com/

  

4 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION AT ROYAL PITA MAHA RESORT (POOL VILLAS)   You will never want to leave! Perhaps the best resort on the whole island of Bali, your own private villa features a personal infinity pool, separate living room and bedroom, outdoor dining room overlooking the rice paddies or rain forest, and the largest bathrooms we’ve ever seen anywhere – including a heart-shaped marble soaking tub!  And a private butler will make sure your every wish is attended to.

 

 

 

BREAKFAST DAILY at the fabulous Royal Pita Maha buffet: http://www.royalpitamaha-bali.com/dining.html

 

12 SEP (B/L)

After breakfast, we visit BALI BUDAYA WOOD CARVING STUDIO, a magnificent example of Balinese craftsmanship at its best, this enormous studio features works as small as the palm of your hand… up to 10 feet tall! 

This studio offers stunning, original carvings in a variety of sizes and price-ranges. We have negotiated a very substantial discount for the group.

UBUD SHOPPING In the afternoon we hit a couple of terrific local craft studios offering hand-made batik fashions and silver and gold jewelry. We were very pleased with the quality of the crafts on offer and have negotiated a group discount at both establishments.

LUNCH AT TEPI SAWAH, a typical restaurant in Ubud.

 

OPTIONAL EXCURSION:

By special arrangement, Spirit Quest has set up readings with the world-famous Ketut Liyer, the Balian featured in the international best-selling book by Elizabeth Gilbert, "Eat, Pray, Love." Ketut will give private readings outside in his family compound, and you can also buy art drawn by Ketut or his granddaughter, or carved by one of his sons. As Ketut is 87, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to have your palm read, or ask questions of this charming, quirky wise one. You can also pose for a picture with Ketut at no extra charge, but he will ask to see the picture, and then is sure to tell you he is very ugly! Enjoy this glimpse into Balinese magic and spiritual energy. (Limit 25 people - $30/pp)

 

OR

Spirit Quest has arranged for a special trip to visit the greatest living Kris Master, I Wayan Ritug, who lives outside Ubud.  Museum quality weapons mingle with the large collection of caged birds in his Balinese compound, where you will get a glimpse into real Balinese life. If you want to choose your own Kris, you can buy the handle and blade separately and have it forged into your own special piece.  A unique opportunity!

The “Kris” is a wavy-bladed dagger/short-sword, peculiar to Bali and Indonesia, which possesses great magical qualities and mystical significance. I Wayan Ritug’s family compound easily has 1000 antique kris in it (as well as tons of other cool, amazing things). Ritug’s Kris sell for as little as $150 up to $1000 or more (the President of Indonesia recently purchased an antique Kris from Ritug). (Limit 10 people – $15/pp)

EVENING - SPA TREATMENT AT ROYAL PITA MAHA's SPA,

Choose from a complimentary Balinese massage, Balinese facial, or traditional reflexology with a Balinese twist – 1 hour treatment at the fabulous Spa, at the Royal Pita Maha.

 

DINNER on your own at the Royal Pita Maha  -  savor the regionally inspired cuisine of Terrace Restaurant against a breathtaking vista of tropical forest. http://www.royalpitamaha-bali.com/dining.html

The Ayung Valley Restaurant celebrates a culture of culinary delights where an eternal flow of mountain water has carved its path through the precious landscape. OR take a short taxi ride or walk into Ubud to enjoy strolling through the local art galleries and shops, and eat in one of the local Warungs (restaurants).

 

13SEP(B/L)

7AM MORNING YOGA SESSION on the grounds of the Royal Pita Maha

 

6:30AM-12:00 NOON TOUR TO VISIT BESAKIH TEMPLE.  Called the Mother of all Balinese Temples (over 15,000 in all!) this temple creates a sacred Mandala of 5 temples, one dedicated to each direction, and the fifth at the center.  All Balinese temples are active centers of worship, and we will have the opportunity to observe the Balinese culture and religion up close!

 

LUNCH AT PURI BOGA, a charming local restaurant.

2PM  THE UBUD MONKEY FOREST

 

Cuddle up with these amazing local monkeys at the Monkey Forest sanctuary. See Mamas and their newborns, up close and personal, take as many pcitures as you like, even feed the monkeys bananas! Jus remember to hold still in case one of them wants to groom you. Enjoy shopping afterwards on Monkey Forest Road, a favorite with our groups!

 

14SEP(B/D)   

9AM -1PM SPIRIT OF PROSPERITY WORKSHOP III with our tour leader, Christy Whitman and Ti Caine.

 

LUNCH on your own, either at the Royal Pita Maha or in Ubud.

 

EVENING FAREWELL DINNER: AT MIRA ROYAL COMPOUND (PRIVATE VENUE)

A fabulous evening awaits! Tonight we will feast like the royal families of old. Dinner at the beautiful, private Mira Compound - a sumptuous dinner experience will be served “Raja” (royal) style and will feature traditional Balinese food and dance, a royal procession and more.

The owner of this special and unique local compound is Brahmin – the highest caste in Balinese society. The venue for Dinner is a Balinese house compound, in Mas village.  On arrival, guards will lead us in procession to the Brahmin House gates. Enjoy cocktail hour in the outer courtyard of the Brahmin House with a special performance of the Kechak dance.  Then the dancers will accompany us to the inner courtyard of the Brahmin house. Dinner will be served Rajalaya (Royal) style, and we will get to see a Legong Dance performance, the traditional Balinese dance.

 

15SEP (B)           

6AM TRANSFER FROM UBUD TO AIRPORT FOR MORNING FLIGHT TO SINGAPORE

SINGAPORE
MIDDDAY ARRIVAL TRANSFER
1 NIGHT ACCOMMODATION AT THE ORCHARD HOTEL, on the world-famous Orchard Road.

Enjoy the afternoon and evening on your own as you explore Singapore, one of the cleanest and loveliest cities in the Far East.  Visit Chinatown, Little India (if you hurry, they CAN make a suit for you by morning!) or modern Singapore – it’s all right there!

DINNER  - At the Orchard Hotel, award-winning cafes and restaurants offer everything from Cantonese fine-dining to local and international cuisine, or venture out to one of the myriad street cafes, restaurants, or vendors.
                                   
16SEP (B)           

BREAKFAST at the beautiful Orchard Hotel
DEPARTURE TRANSFER

 

PRICES

Based on 20 persons
Price: $5549 including RT international airfare: Houston-Bali

Double occupancy; single room supplement is $850 per person

• Departure taxes, security and fuel surcharges are subject to changes without notice.

AIR ITINERARY

SQ  061G 04SEP: IAH-SIN 11:45P 11:30A2*      TH/SA
SQ 946G 06SEP: SIN-DPS 4:40P  7:10P *         SA
SQ 941G 15SEP: DPS-SIN 9:15A 11:45A *         MO
SQ  062G 16SEP: SIN-IAH 9:45A  9:25P *         TU                 
G/N/Q/H CLASS OF SERVICE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR MILEAGE CREDITS; upgrade to mileage credits for $300 per ticket

 

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

SIGN-UP DEPOSIT – $1000 DUE AT SIGN UP

2ND DEPOSIT - $1000 DUE MARCH 1

3RD DEPOSIT - $1000 DUE APRIL 1

4TH DEPOSIT - $1000 DUE MAY 1

5TH DEPOSIT - $1000 DUE JUNE 1

FINAL DEPOSIT - $549 DUE JULY 1

Anyone who signs up after March 1st will pay for the deposits up to that point when they sign up, so they will be caught up.  Spirit Quest Tours will send electronic invoices monthly.

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:   

Economy Class Airfare –  AS INDICATED ABOVE

Transfers and Sightseeing - by motorcoach, as specified in itinerary; all admissions and entrance fees to places visited as per the itinerary.

Hotel Accommodation - room accommodations are provided at the hotels indicated, in deluxe/garden view category.  Accommodations are based on two persons sharing a twin-bedded room or king bed with private bath.  Single rooms are available upon payment of a single room supplement of $850 per person. 

Tips and Taxes - all local taxes and tips on room accommodations, porterage and meals are included in the cost of the tour, except airport taxes and gratuities to local guides.

Tour Price Does Not Include - documentation costs, Entrance or exit visa charges of $35 total, Bali Indonesia departure tax, travel insurance, excess baggage charges, beverages not on the menu of table d'hôte meals, optional tours not specifically included in the itinerary, laundry, insurance, or any other item of a personal nature not specifically mentioned herein.

CANCELLATION

DEPOSIT IS NON-REFUNDABLE IN THE CASE OF CANCELLATION, EXCEPT AS NOTED.  PASSENGERS CANCELLING WITHIN 6 MONTHS OF TRAVEL RECEIVE A FULL REFUND LESS $300 ADMIN FEE; WITHIN 3 MONTHS, A 50% REFUND, AND LESS THAN 2MONTHS, NO REFUND – WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL  TRAVELERS TO BUY TRIP INSURANCE IN CASE OF CANCELLATION.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

All travelers need a passport valid for at least six months after the date of entering the country.  Please note that this rule is enforced by Indonesia.  Holders of American Passports are required to obtain visas to visit Indonesia. Visas will be obtained at the airport upon arrival for US$25 per person, which they must carry in cash.

BAGGAGE

Between North America and Asian destinations, each passenger is allowed two pieces of checked baggage.  The total dimensions of both pieces must not exceed 107 inches, with the largest piece not to exceed 62 inches.  Cabin baggage is limited to one item and the sum of the three dimensions must not exceed 45 inches.

RESPONSIBILITY

Spirit Quest Tours has made arrangements for the tour services described in this brochure.  Hotels, airlines, and other suppliers providing tour services are independent contractors and are not the agents, employees or servants of, or joint ventures with Spirit Quest Tours.  All certificates and other travel documents for tour services issued by us or our booking agent, Asian Affairs Holidays, are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the supplier and the laws of the countries is which the services are supplied. 

By agreeing to utilize the services of Spirit Quest Tours, the tour participant agrees that neither Spirit Quest Tours, Asian Affairs Holidays, Singapore Airlines, Plan Asia, or its affiliates nor its or their employees or agents, shall be liable for any delay, inconvenience, loss of employment, upset, disappointment, distress or frustration, whether physical or mental, resulting from the act or omission of Asian Affairs Holidays, Singapore Airlines, Plan Asia, or its affiliates, or its or their employees or agents, or shall be liable for any damage, loss, claim, cost or expense arising out  of personal injury, accident, or death, loss, damage or delay of baggage or other property, resulting from:

1. the act or omission on the part of any person other than Singapore Airlines, Plan Asia, or its employees;

2. acts of God, sickness, theft, labor disputes, mechanical break-down, government actions, weather, or any cause beyond Spirit Quest Tours’, Singapore Airlines’ or Plan Asia’s direct control.

No person, other than a representative of Singapore Airlines or Plan Asia, authorized by a document in writing, may vary, add or waive any term or condition in this brochure, including any term or condition set forth in the preceding provisions.

Written notice of any claim against Spirit Quest Tours must be received no later than fourteen (14) days after the date that services were provided to a tour participant.

Although every effort will be made to deliver the trip exactly as in the itinerary, all terms and conditions, including fares, schedules, locations and rates are subject to change without notice.

 

(206) 353-7497 • 848 N. Rainbow Blvd #1011, Las Vegas, NV 89107 • sqtours@gmail.com

(206) 353-7497 • 848 N. Rainbow Blvd #1011, Las Vegas, NV 89107 • sqtours@gmail.com