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) is the tour organiser. River Queen is operated by Uniworld Cruises and the European Jewels cruise arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions and general information detailed in the Uniworld Cruises brochure for 2010. All passengers must complete and sign a Uniworld Cruises and Travelrite International booking form.
Deposit and Payment:
A deposit of $750 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 passenger must also complete and return the Uniworld Cruises reservation form to Travelrite International. Final payments are due to be paid to Travelrite International 100 days prior to the commencement of the European Jewels river 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. If fares and air taxes change due to government and airport regulations and curency fluctuations, Travelrite International reserves the right to charge additional amounts.
Cancellation Charges:
| Days prior to Departure |
Cancellation Fee |
| Over 90 days |
Full deposit |
| 90 - 61 days |
50% of full fare |
| 60 - 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 please 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. Baggage is at owners’ risk throughout 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 90 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 International Pty Ltd, its agents, officers, affiliates, and/or suppliers of services pursuant to, or in connection with these cruises, shall act only as agents for the passenger in making arrangements for hotels, transportation, including transportation by ship, restaurants, or any other service and do not assume any liability whatsoever for any injury, damage, death, loss, accident or delay to person or property due to an act of negligence or a default of any hotel, carrier restaurant company or person rendering any services included in cruises, or by act of God. Further, no responsibilities are accepted for any damage or delay due to sickness, pilferage, acts of terrorism, labour disputes, machinery break-down, quarantine, government restraints, weather, terrorism or other causes beyond their 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 these cruises and/or the passengers. The right is reserved to withdraw any cruise and/or make such changes in the cruises as may be found desirable or necessary for the convenience of the parties and the proper carrying out of the cruises. This contract shall be construed in accordance of the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia. Attention is also directed to the terms and conditions of the River Queen cruise passage contract with Uniworld Cruises, detailed on the back of the Uniworld Cruises brochure. 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 $500.00 per person to: Travelrite International Pty Ltd 298 Whitehorse Road Balwyn, Victoria 3103
Further information can be obtained by telephoning
Toll Free:1800 033 436,
Telephone (03) 9836 2522,
Fax (03) 9836 8068,
Email balwyn@travelrite.com.au
Website www.travelrite.com.au/booking.shtml
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 25 years and operating in Victoria for more than 30 years. 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 hotels, tour and transport operators. Travelrite International Pty Ltd is a full member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents – AFTA.
