Luggage limits for Grand Australia and New Zealand trip
Can Tauck answer definitely about the luggage limits for the Grand Australia and NZ trip? I understand the 50# per bag limit but am uncertain about the ability to bring a carryon, even if it has to be checked if over 15#. Is this okay? The small soft carryon for the bus trips is understood...but I am confused from other posts about whether we can take more than one suitcase. Can you clarify? Looking forward to the January 14th trip! Nancy
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I hope this helps. Every airline has different weight and luggage restrictions. This tour has strict policies on luggage due to the size of airplanes we use on tour.
As you already know carry-on luggage may not weigh more than 15 pounds, and the maximum dimensions are 20" x 15" x 10" (including all wheels, handles, etc). If these dimensions are exceeded, the carry-on may be checked at the gate.
Hope this helps,
Emily
We were on this trip Oct/Nov 2012. Carry on was no problem as long as not exceeded size limits, although in NZ because the charter plane is smaller, they may load a larger carry on with the luggage but the Tour Director will tell you that and you can pull out a smaller bag for whatever you need for the flight--none longer than 1 1/2 hours.
As for the Qantas flights, a few of our fellow travelers had packed a lot and as they purchased items along the way and repacked, their luggage became heavier. At check in, they did weigh check in bags and a few had to repack right then and there to reduce the weight--just a warning.
We always travel light; there is opportunity to send wash out in Sydney for cheap, and you will need less clothing than you think! Just pack something wind/rain proof for your top layer; bring a few items you can layer, and remember you will be going in their summer. NZ is cooler but we still had wonderfully warm weather in TeAnau.
As for converters, all you need is an adaptor and all hotels had hairdryers. I didn't pack shampoo or conditioner because my husband needed the space for his fragrance-free items. All of the hotels had these items in the rooms and when I found one I really liked, I took it along with me.
Wonderful trip, enjoy!!!
Don't over pack and have lots of room for all of those Aussie gifts you'll buy for family and friends back home.
Rod