Bangkok to Forbidden City Cruise onboard Diamond Princess with Peter Rudder
23 October - 14 November 2012
International 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 activity without the need of assistance from others.
Tour Operator:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is the tour organiser. Diamond Princess is operated by Princess Cruises and the Diamond Princess cruise arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and general information detailed in the Princess Cruises brochure for 2012. All passengers must complete and sign both a Princess Cruises and Travelrite International booking form.
Deposit and Payment:
A deposit of $500 per passenger should be sent with a completed Travelrite International booking form that lists your requested cabin category. As soon as the booking is confirmed, (usually within 24 hours), a cruise confirmation advice will be posted to the client. The client must confirm the booking by paying a cruise deposit equal to 20 percent of the cruise fare within seven days of the booking being confirmed. The confirmation advice will contain all details. The passenger must also complete and return a Princess Cruises reservation form to Travelrite International. Final payments are due to be paid to Travelrite International 90 days prior to the commencement of the Diamond Princess cruise. A 1% administration charge will be added to payment by Visa and Mastercard. A 3% administration charge will be added to payment by American Express and Diners Club.
Cancellation Charges:
Number of days before sailing.
| Days prior to Departure | Cancellation Fee |
|---|---|
| Over 90 days | 10% of full fare |
| 90 - 61 days | 25% of full fare |
| 60 - 46 days | 50% of full fare |
| 45 - 31 days | 75% of full fare |
| 30 days or less | 100% of full fare |
| Non appearance/no written notice | 100% of full fare |
Refunds:
The cruise 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 require a valid passport. If not an Australian passport holder check with Travelrite International regarding visa requirements
Travel Insurance:
Adequate travel insurance is highly recommended to cover cruise members for the consequences of unforeseen events during the cruise and for cancellation fees which could result from events such as illness, accident, death etc.
Baggage:
Passengers qualify for a 20kg free baggage allowance on flights to join or return from the cruise
Minimum Tour Numbers:
The cruise arrangements have been made on the basis of a minimum number of passengers travelling. In the event that less than the required number of passengers have confirmed their booking 60 days from the date of departure, Travelrite International reserves the right to cancel the tour, giving a full refund of monies paid, or offer arrangements to proceed with the tour at a modified fare.
Responsibilities:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (Licence No 30858) is the tour organiser. Travelrite acts only as an agent in the making of arrangements with hoteliers, carriers, including transportation by ship, restaurants subsidiaries. No responsibility is accepted for any damage or delay due to sickness, pilferage, labour disputes, machinery break-down, quarantine, government restraints, weather, terrorism or other causes beyond our control. No responsibility is accepted for any additional expense, omission, delays, re-routing or acts of any government authority. Baggage is at owners' risk throughout the cruise. The passage contract between the carriers concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the purchasers of this cruise and/ or the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw any cruise and/ or make such changes in the cruise as may be found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and the proper carrying out of the cruise. This contract shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the Diamond Princess cruise passage contract with Princess Cruises, detailed on the back of the Princess Cruises reservation form. If you do not have a copy of this form please contact us and we will send one to you.
How to Book:
Bookings can be made by completing a booking form and sending it with a deposit of $500 per person to: Travelrite International Pty Ltd
182 Canterbury Rd, Heathmont 3135
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free 1800 033 436
Tel 03 9836 2552
Fax 03 9836 8068
Email balwyn@travelrite.com.au
About Travelrite International:
Travelrite International Pty Ltd (ABN 64 005 817 078) is a well established travel company which has been marketing throughout Australia for over 26 years and operating in Victoria for more than 32 years. It is a Princes Cruises Diamond Travel Agent. It has two fully licensed (No: 30858) offices at Balwyn and Heathmont which are also accredited with IATA. As such, they directly represent the major airlines of the world and all major domestic and international hotel, tour and transport operators. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents – AFTA.