
Touring can involve a considerable amount of walking and stair climbing in the places visited and it is important that all tour participants have a level of physical fitness that allows them to take part in this tour without the need of assistance from others.
Tour Operator:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd. (ABN 64 005 817 078) (Travelrite) is the tour operator
Tour Costs:
The tour prices are based on airfare, general transport, accommodation and other costs, at foreign exchange rates at 1 November 2011. Travelrite International reserves the right to alter the tour price or modify the tour if any of these factors change, giving any passenger that has booked, the right to withdraw with a full refund of monies paid, if the price increase is greater than 10% of the original price. No alteration to the tour price will be made within 60 days of departure from Australia.
Deposit and Payment:
A deposit for $1,000 per person is required at the time of booking. A second deposit of $2,000 per person is due by 4 June 2012. Full payment will be required 60 days before departure. A credit card surcharge of 1% for Visa and Mastercard and 3% for American Express and Diners Club will be added to each payment made by credit card.
Changes:
After confirmation of travel arrangements, one change to travel arrangements will be provided free of charge. Subsequent changes to travel arrangements will incur a fee of $25 for each change.
Cancellation conditions:
Cancellation more than 60 days from the date of departure from Australia will incur a cancellation fee of $500 per person. Cancellations 60 days or less from the date of departure will result in the loss of all monies paid. Travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover the cost of cancellation fees that could result from a death in the family, illness, etc
Minimum tour numbers:
The tour has been priced on the basis of a minimum of 15 passengers having booked 60 days prior to the date of departure. Travelrite International reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of all monies paid, or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified price. Refunds: The tour is based on arrangements
Travel insurance:
Travel insurance is recommended to cover the costs of cancellation fees due to illness, death in family, etc.
Refunds:
The tour is based on arrangements which do not allow for any refunds in respect to sightseeing, accommodation, meals or other services not utilised after the tour has commenced.
Travel Documents:
All passengers will need to be in possession of a valid passport. No visa is required for Australian passport holders.
Baggage:
All economy-class passengers qualify for two pieces of luggage. Each piece can weigh up to 18kg.
Minimum Tour Numbers:
The tour has been costed on the basis of a minimum number of passengers having booked 60 days prior to departure. Travelrite reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of all monies paid or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified cost if the minimum number is not achieved.
Responsibilities:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078, Licence No 30858) is the tour organiser. Travelrite International acts only as agents in making arrangements with carriers, hoteliers and others for the tour. As a result, we cannot accept liability for any act or omission whatsoever, whether negligent or otherwise of those carriers, hoteliers or other persons providing services in connection with the tour, over whom we have no direct or exclusive control. We do not accept responsibility for any injury, damage, loss, delay, change of schedule or any other events which are beyond our direct control, such as, but not limited to, war, terrorism, flood, fire, civil disturbance, acts of God, acts of Government, or any other authorities, accidents to, or failure of machinery or equipment, or industrial action. The passage contract in use by the carriers concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the transportation companies or firms and the purchasers of these tours. Baggage is at own risk throughout the tour. The contract shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria
How to Book:
Bookings can be made by sending full names and addresses of intending tour members, with a deposit of $1,000 per person to:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd
298 Whitehorse Road Balwyn 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free:1800 630 343
Telephone: (03) 9836 2522
Fax: (03) 9836 8068
Email: balwyn@travelrite.com.au
www.travelrite.com.au/booking.shtml
About Travelrite International:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a well established travel company which has been operating in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne for more than 30 years. It is fully licensed and has two fully accredited IATA offices in Balwyn and Heathmont. As such, it directly represents the major airlines of the world and all major domestic and international tour and transport operators. It has been operating successful tours for over 25 years. Travelrite International is a full member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents - AFTA.