TERMS AND CONDITIONS itinerary. If the major change is due to force majeure or unforeseen circumstances no compensation is payable. Some changes to the itinerary may happen on tour as a result of unforeseen circumstances or local situations. Any changes made to alter the itinerary as a result will be made with full authority of the Tour Leader and any direct or indirect cost incurred as a result will be the responsibility of the Client. (b) Transfer to another departure (by Client): A transfer from one tour to another can only be made more than 60 days, (90 days for Expedition Trips) before departure date and if approved by the Company. If such a request is accepted by the Company, the Company reserves the right to charge up to the deposit amount of the first booked tour. Any request to transfer received less than 60 days, (120 days for Expedition Trips) before departure will not normally be accepted. In this case the Client must cancel the booking and then re-book on another tour. The Client may only transfer a booking to a departure date in the current season and may not transfer a booking to future seasons. Any such transfers will be regarded as cancellations and cancellation fees will apply. (c) Transfer of name: If the Client is prevented from traveling on the tour booked by circumstances such as those which would permit a claim on a standard cancellation insurance policy, the booking may be transferred to another person, provided they meet all the requirements relating to that tour and have read, understood and agree to the terms and conditions of this contract and the Expedition Ticket/Contract (if applicable). More than 60 days, (90 days for Expedition Trips) before departure, up to the deposit amount of the tour will apply. Within 60 days, (90 days for Expedition Trips) name transfers are not permitted. (d) Amendments: Within 60 days of departure (90 days for Expedition Trips) any amendments to a file will depend on availability and will be on a request basis. Any extra costs incurred for making the change will be charged along with an amendment fee of GBP25, EUR 50, USD50, CAD50, AUD50, or NZD50. No amendments are permitted to your booking within 10 days of departure. 15. AIRFARE: Any tour does not include international air fare or any other flights unless mentioned in the inclusions. The Client may choose to use the services of the Company to purchase international airfares or other additional flights. (a) Quotes: All quotes are in Canadian dollars, unless otherwise stated. The company will quote the best price available at the time of booking for the travel dates requested. (b) Price changes: The company reserves the right to change prices in the event of any price increase beyond the control of the company including, but not limited to, airfares wrongfully quoted due to system error, the price of fuel and/or currency fluctuations or government taxes or levies, or any other reasonable cause. Fares are not guaranteed until the tickets are issued. (c) Full payment: Full payment must be received by the company before the option period expires to guarantee the reservation at quoted price. A guarantee of payment by the Client is an acceptance of the travel arrangements as requested at the total price quoted. Cancellation charges will apply if the Client subsequently decides to cancel after ticket has been issued. (d) Changes & cancellations: Unless otherwise stated airline tickets are 100 non-changeable & non-refundable once tickets have been issued. (e) Flight reconfirmation: The company strongly recommends flight times and numbers be verified or reconfirmed at least 72 hours prior to departure. The company is not responsible for any change to airline schedules or flight numbers after tickets have been issued. (f) Airline tickets: All airline tickets are non-transferable and valid only for the dates and routings shown. If an airline ticket is lost, the client is responsible for the full cost of a new ticket and any changes that may occur in replacement. (g) Airline, airport or weather delays: The company will not be held responsible for any additional expenses or loss that may arise from airline, airport or weather delays. The company will not reimburse for any additional expenses incurred by the Client as a result. The company will not refund any unused portion of air tickets purchased in the event of such delays due to conditions beyond reasonable control. 16. ACCEPTANCE OF RISK: The Client acknowledges that the nature of the tour is adventurous and may involve a significant amount of personal risk. The Client hereby assumes all such risk and does hereby release the Company from all claims and causes of action arising from any damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks. Prior to tour commencement, the Client may be asked to sign a participation form, with the following wording: I understand traveling with Gap Adventures may involve risks (and rewards) above and beyond those encountered on a more conventional holiday, and that I am undertaking an adventure trip with inherent dangers. I understand I am traveling to geographical areas where, amongst other things, the standard of accommodation, transport, safety, hygiene, cleanliness, medical facilities, telecommunications and infrastructure development may not be of the standard I am used to at home or would find on conventional holiday. I have read and understood the Gap Adventures dossier for this trip I am undertaking and have provided details of any pre-existing medical conditions I may have to Gap Adventures representatives. I accept these risks and obligations and I fully assume the risks of travel. Optional Activities I understand during my trip there may be opportunities to undertake activities, which do not form part of the itinerary. I understand Gap Adventures makes no representations about the safety or quality of the activity, or the standard of the independent operator running it. I also understand Gap Adventures is in no way responsible for my safety should I elect to enter into such optional activities. With full knowledge of the above, I may still elect to partake in the activity, and if I do so, I assume full responsibility for any risks involved, and the waiver and release of the Releasees set out in the foregoing paragraph shall apply to such optional activities. 17. AUTHORITY ON TOUR: At all times the decision of the Companys tour leader or representative will be final on all matters likely to endanger the safety and well being of the tour. By booking with the Company, the Client agrees to abide by the authority of the tour leader or Company representative. The Client must at all times strictly comply with the laws, customs, foreign exchange and drug regulations of all countries visited. If the Client is affected by any condition, medical or otherwise, that might affect other peoples enjoyment of the tour, the Client must advise Gap Adventures at the time of booking. Should the Client fail to comply with the above or commit any illegal act when on the tour or, if in the opinion of the tour leader, the Clients behavior is causing or is likely to cause danger, distress or annoyance to others the Company may terminate that Clients travel arrangements without any liability on the Companys part and the Client will not be entitled to any refund for unused or missed services or costs incurred resulting from the termination of the travel arrangements. 18. GUARANTEED DEPARTURES: The Company guarantee selected departures at their discretion. The departure shall become guaranteed once there is one Client confirmed upon it. This guarantee of departure is still subject to force majeure situations, and the Company reserves the right to remove the guaranteed designation at anytime due to circumstances beyond reasonable control. The Company will not be held accountable for any indirect cost resulting to the client for this action. 19. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: (a) The Client must be in possession of a valid passport required for entry, departure and travel through each destination point along the itinerary of the tour, (passport must be valid 6 months past the return date), all visas, permits and certificates including vaccination certificates, insurance policies, required for the whole of the journey. The Client accepts full responsibility for obtaining all such documents, visas and permits prior to the start of the tour, and is solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from missing or defective documentation. Any information or advice given by the Company regarding visas, vaccinations, climate, clothing, baggage, special equipment, etc. is purely advisory, provided as a courtesy to the Client, and the Company is not responsible for any errors or omissions as to the information provided. (b) To expedite the issuing of Gap Adventures travel documents please note that all tour related travel documents such as vouchers, itineraries and invoices will be sent via email or will be available on the website www.gapadventures.com once full payment has been received by the Company. The Company reserves the right to impose a fee for those Clients who wish to receive paper documents. (c) It is the Clients responsibility to visit the website at least 72 hours prior to departure to ensure the most current Tour Itinerary and Dossier is in their possession as minor changes may have been made since the tour documents were originally provided by the Company. 20. FACTORS OUTSIDE THE COMPANYS CONTROL (FORCE MAJEURE): The Company shall not be liable in any way to the Client for death, bodily injury, illness, damage, delay or other loss or detriment to person or property, or financial costs both direct and indirect incurred, or for the Companys failure to commence, perform and/ or complete any duty owed to the Client if such death, delay, bodily injury (including emotional distress or injury), illness, damage or other loss or detriment to person or property is caused by Act of God, war or war like operations, terrorist activities or threat thereof, civil commotions, labor difficulties, whether or not Company is a party thereto, interference by authorities, political disturbance, howsoever and where so ever any of the same may arise or be caused, riot, insurrection and government restraint, fire, extreme weather or any other cause whatsoever beyond the reasonable control of Company. 21. INSURANCE: It is mandatory that all Clients obtain travel insurance with a minimum medical coverage of US200,000 while travelling with the Company and this insurance must cover personal injury, medical expenses, repatriation expenses, and evacuation expenses. Clients must be able to provide proof of Insurance purchase and adequate coverage as per the required amounts above if requested by the group Leader or Company Representative. It is strongly recommended the coverage be extended to include cancellation, curtailment, and all other expenses that might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay or inconvenience occurring to the Client. The Company shall have no liability for loss, theft of or damage to baggage or personal effects. Personal belongings lost or stolen while unattended by the client in public lounges or other public areas, whether on board a vessel, train, bus, or other mode of transportation, publicly owned or operated by the Company or elsewhere, are not reimbursable. Losses due to ordinary wear and tear, and other acts of God are not reimbursable. The Company cannot accept responsibility for and in no event shall be liable for loss or damage of valuables or other articles left in or on facilities used by the Company such as hotels, homestays, vessels, expedition vehicles, or any other mode of transportation. When the Client has obtained travel insurance through the Company, the Client acknowledges that he or she is satisfied with the levels of insurance arranged by the Company. Where the Client has declined to purchase insurance through the Company, the Client acknowledges that the cost of the tour does not include insurance, and that the Client is required to obtain separate coverage at an additional cost. When obtaining travel insurance from a source other than the Company the Client must ensure the insurer is aware of the type of travel to be undertaken. 22. STANDARDS ON TOUR: The Client acknowledges the quality of the products and services, including accommodations, transport and all other services related to the tour that are organized by the Company or its representatives are likely to be different in standard to what the Client may reasonably expect at home. Further, the Client understands, appreciates and accepts any variance in quality or level of service as a part of the adventure travel experience. All arrangements made by the Company are done so with best of intentions to match any description provided, however, the Client reasonably allows for local conditions to influence products and services. 23. RESPONSIBILITY FOR YOUR TOUR: All services herein are organized by Gap Adventures. Notice is hereby given that all arrangements made on behalf of the Client are made by organizers on the sole condition that the organizers shall not be held responsible for any injury, death, accident, delay, loss, damage or irregularity which may be occasioned through acts of any company and/or persons engaged in carrying out the arrangements. Gap Adventures acts as an agent for transport companies, hotels and other contractors and shall not be held liable for any injury, damage, loss, delay or irregularity that may occur, including, but not limited to, any defect in a vehicle or any other form of conveying a traveller, acts of God, detention, delays or expenses arising from quarantine, strike, riots, theft, force majeure, civil disturbance, government restriction or regulation, accident by aircraft, boat, bicycle, motor vehicle or any other form of transport or in any hotel or guest house, pension, or other form of accommodation. The Client acknowledges that the quality of the products organized by the Company, including accommodations and all other services related to the tour which are organized by the Company, are not within the control of the Company and that in any event the quality of such products may be compromised by local conditions. Accordingly, the Client hereby releases the Company from all claims and causes of action arising from any damages, loss of enjoyment, inconvenience, or injuries related to the quality of such products. The information contained in this brochure is correct to the best of the Companys knowledge and the Company accepts no liability for any innocent inaccuracies contained herein. The Company reserves the right to alter any itinerary in progress or service at any time without penalty to the Company. Any additional expense or cancellation shall be borne by the customer. The organizer reserves the right to withdraw or refuse any service to any customer at the discretion of the organizer. Payment of deposit is taken as acknowledgement and agreement to these terms and conditions. 24. DISCOUNTS: All discounts and reduced pricing are applied at the Companys discretion. From time-to-time the Company may offer reduced pricing on selected tours. The reduced pricing applies strictly to new bookings, and bookings that have already provided deposit are locked into their original price and are not entitled to the reduced pricing. The 5 discount for completing post trip evaluations cannot be applied to independent style travel tours, and cannot be combined with other offers or discounts provided by the Company. 25. CLAIMS AND COMPLAINTS: If a Client has a complaint against the Company, the Client must first inform the tour leader at the earliest opportunity to allow the grievance to be rectified. If satisfaction is not reached, contact the Company representative or local Office Manager whilst on tour in order that the Company is provided the opportunity to rectify the matter. Failure to indicate dissatisfaction whilst on tour will result in the Clients ability to claim compensation from the Company being extinguished or at least reduced. If satisfaction is still not reached through these means on tour then any further complaint must be put in writing to the Company via its Agents or directly to head office at customerservicegap.ca or Gap Adventures Inc., Customer Service Department, 19 Charlotte St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5V 2H5 within 30 days of the end of the tour. The Company will not accept any liability for claims received after this period. 26. SUPPLIERS CONDITIONS: Airlines, railways, coach and shipping companies and other suppliers have their own booking conditions or conditions of carriage, and the Client will be bound by these as far as the relevant transport provider or supplier is concerned. Some of these conditions may limit or exclude liability on the part of the relevant transport provider or other supplier, and they are often also subject to various international conventions. Where relevant, copies of such conditions may be available for inspection at the Companys offices, or at the offices of the relevant supplier. The Companys liability will be limited to and shall not exceed that of its suppliers. The Client is precluded from making a double recovery by making the same claims and seeking the same recovery against the Company and its suppliers. 27. LOCAL CONDITIONS: The Client acknowledges he or she will be visiting places where the political, cultural and geographical attributes present certain risks, dangers and physical challenges greater than those present in his or her daily lives. By booking travel with the Company, the Client acknowledges she or he has considered the potential risks, dangers and challenges, and expressly assumes the risks attendant to such travel conditions. The Client is solely responsible for acquainting themselves with customs, weather conditions, physical challenges and laws in effect at each stop along the itinerary, and are encouraged to locate or make contact prior to embarkation with his/her local embassy or consulate in each destination. 28. OPTIONAL EXTRAS: Optional extras do not form part of the tour or contract. It is understood and accepted by the Client that any assistance given by the tour leader or representative in arranging optional extras does not render the Company liable for optional extras. Accordingly, the Client hereby releases the Company from all claims and causes of action arising from any damages, loss of enjoyment, inconvenience, or injuries related to the quality of such products. Amongst others, optional extras include rafting, horseback riding, sightseeing flights and other extras that are not included in the tour price. 29. SEVERABILITY: In the event that any term or condition contained herein is unenforceable or void by operation of law or as being against public policy or for any other reason then such term or condition shall be deemed to be severed from this Agreement or amended accordingly only to such extent necessary to allow all remaining Terms and Conditions to survive and continue as binding. 30. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS: These Terms and Conditions shall inure to the benefit of and be binding upon the Company and the Client and their respective heirs, legal personal representatives, successors and assigns. 31. ERRORS AND OMISSIONS: Although the Company has made a concerted attempt to verify the accuracy of statements made herein and the Company cannot be held responsible for any error, omission or unintentional misrepresentation that may appear in this brochure or on the website. 32. PRIVACY POLICY: The Company will provide personal information, as well as any personal information provided in relation to persons whose travel arrangements have been requested by the Client, to suppliers and carriers to enable the operation of the services requested. The Company will do all reasonably possible in endeavoring to protect personal information. Please refer to the website www.gapadventures.com for the Companys Privacy Policy. 35. ONLINE BOOKINGS: All on line reservations shall be deemed as booked in Canada, and shall be subject to Canadian law and jurisdiction. 36. UPDATING OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The Company reserves the right to update and amend these terms and conditions at anytime. It is the responsibility of the Client to keep updated with any changes. The current version of terms and conditions will always be found on the website www.gapadventures.com and will be the terms referred to in any dispute. 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ASIA TIBET, NEPAL Nepal is filled to the brim with medieval temples and monuments, incredible wildlife such as tigers and rhinos, and hospitable locals. You are bound to be captivated by this magical country. 699 EUR Optional My Own Room Price*: Guaranteed departures available. Please see website f
ASIA INDIA, NEPAL BEST OF INDIA & NEPAL This classic journey takes you to some of the most exciting and alluring sites and cities of the region. Discover fascinating Rajasthan, then travel east to Nepal, a country blessed with gurgling rivers, luxuriant forests and pristine wildlife. 1469 EUR Optio
ASIA NEPAL TREKKING ANNAPURNA Traverse through forests of rhododendron, isolated hamlets, and small mountain villages, while encountering temples, monasteries and taking in breathtaking landscapes. Encounter friendly people of different cultures who offer a fascinating glimpse of traditional rural
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TERMS AND CONDITIONS itinerary. If the major change is due to force majeure or unforeseen circumstances no compensation is payable. Some changes to the itinerary may happen on tour as a result of unforeseen circumstances or local situations. Any changes made to alter the itinerary as a result will b
A4 What puts us ahead of the rest? Our crew Passionate about travel, always up for adventure, it takes someone special to become a Dragoman leader. Our crew undergo the most intensive training program of all overland companies, spending two months learning the ropes at our base in Suffolk, then up t
Each of our trips has tw o ratings, Physical and Co mfort Zone. These guides are there to help you chose the right trip. More details on our trip our website www.dragom rating system can be seen on an.com/aboutus/ratings. hp Physical This rating will give you an idea of how fit you nee d to be and h
E16 Asia Istanbul, with the enormity of Asia stretching away to the east, is the starting point for three Epic Overland journeys that Dragoman operate along the ancient Silk Route. Travelling through inhospitable deserts and over dramatic mountain ranges, visiting the magnificent cities of Samarkand
epic overland journeys E17 How does this work? 1 Select your start point from the list along the side 2 Select your end point from the list along the top 3 Find the box that links the two destinations. Enter the code into our website 4 Factor in the direction of circuits around India. Clockwise = Ka
E18 The silk route U Khiva TURKEY Istanbul Goreme Tabriz Esfahan Shiraz IRAN Tehran Ashgabat Bukhara Samarkand T Kashgar Golmud Bishkek K Turpan Dunhuang Hohhot Xiahe Great Wall Trek Beijing Xian CHINA Lhasa Mt.Everest NEPAL Kathmandu Yangtze River Cruise Dali Kunming Luang Prabang LAOS Bangkok Angk
epic overland journeys Go to www.dragoman.com for more details and trip notes. Enter trip code: Bishkek Torugart Taklamakan Kashgar Desert Karakoram Mts E19 SRX The Silk Route to Xian 4.5 weeks between Bishkek and Xian Week 1: Kyrgyzstan and China s Xinjiang Province Begin our journey in picturesqu
A18 Asia Go to www.dragoman.com for more details and trip notes. Enter trip code: SMC Popadoms and palm trees 23 nights between Mumbai and Chennai This trip is the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation. For starters there s Mumbai, Indias most cosmopolitan city, well travel overland throug
Go to www.dragoman.com for more details and trip notes. Enter trip code: SKD adventure holidays Moguls, mosques and mahals 15 nights between Kathmandu and New Delhi Drift along the River Ganges at dawn in Varanasi, experience all the colours of Kathmandu, go in search of tigers in Bandhavgarh and se
A20 Asia Go to www.dragoman.com for more details and trip notes. Enter trip code: Physical challenge Comfort zone Crew: 2 Dragoman crew and 1 local guide (except Turkey) Vehicle: Overland expedition vehicle Accommodation: 40 camping, 60 hotels Small hotels as well as a couple of stunning hotels and
Go to www.dragoman.com for more details and trip notes. Enter trip code: KYR adventure holidays Mountain kingdoms of Kyrgyzstan 15 nights between Tashkent and Bishkek Get right off the beaten track on this challenging trip into Central Asia s mountainous hinterland. Beginning in Uzbekistan s capital
A22 Asia Go to www.dragoman.com for more details and trip notes. Enter trip code: CHM Chengde China and Inner Mongolia 16 nights between Xian and Beijing If you were looking to combine China s highlights with some of the country s hidden gems and don t have much time to spare, Xi an to Beijing is a
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Learning Chinese in BEIJING www.sprachcaffe.com SPRACHCAFFE/LANGUAGES PLUS Welcome to our world! Whether in lively, pulsating cities or colourful destinations on the coast, our organization has been the leader for more than 27 years in pro- viding language training for young people of all ages: The
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2010 START FINISH 2011 START FINISH PRICE: USD $3,035 23 Jan 30 Jan 06 Feb 20 Feb 13 Mar 27 Mar 10 Apr 24 Apr 08 May 29 May 05 Jun 12 Jun 19 Jun 26 Jun 03 Jul 10 Jul 24 Jul 31 Jul 07 Aug 21 Aug 28 Aug 11 Sep 18 Sep 25 Sep 02 Oct 09 Oct 16 Oct 23 Oct 06 Nov 27 Nov 11 Dec 01 Jan TRAVEL DATES St Peters
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2010 TRAVEL DATES START 2011 FINISH START PRICE: FINISH days COUNTRIES VISITE : D RUSSIA, MONGOL IA & CHINA CODE: CE DAY 01 Arrive Moscow 02 Moscow 03 Moscow and eve ning departure to Ula anbaatar 04 Train 05 Train 06 Train 07 Train 08 Morning arrival in Ulaanbaatar 09 To countryside and Ger camp 10
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IRKUTSK ULAN UDE ULAANBAATAR HOHHOT BEIJING days COUNTRIES VISITE : D RUSSIA, MONGOL IA & CHINA CODE: KE DAY 01 Arrive Moscow 02 Moscow and afte rnood departurn to Irkutsk 03 Train 04 Train 05 Train 06 Morning arrival in Irkutsk & Lake Bai kal 07 Return to Irkutsk & evening train to Ula anbaatar 08
ICY EXTRAS! * Dog sledding! * Mongolian cooking class! * Traditional Mongolian Ice Games! MOSCOW TO BEIJING 17 DAYS COUNTRIES VISITED: RUSSIA, MONGOLIA & CHINA CODE: WE BEIJING TO MOSCOW 17 DAYS COUNTRIES VISITED: CHINA, MONGOLIA & RUSSIA CODE: WW DAY 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Booking Conditions It is important that you read the following booking conditions and the information on page 66 of this brochure before you book. Sundowners Travel Centre Pty. Limited (A.C.N 005 066 348) and Sundowners Travel (Europe) Limited (both referred to as Sundowners Overland in these bookin
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