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PRICES IN THIS BROCHURE AND RELATED FLYERS
All prices quoted in this brochure and any other additional packages are quoted in U.S. Dollars, and based on airfares, land rates and exchange rates in effect at the time of printing and on group rates of 32 passengers or more. Some tours may depart with less than the required number of passengers, at the discretion of Adriatic Tours. Additional surcharge may apply. All prices including airfare may change without notice prior to departure due to major currency fluctuations, fuel prices, additional taxes and/or unforeseen economic circumstances.
RESERVATION, DEPOSITS AND FINAL PAYMENTS
Once you have chosen an itinerary and departure date, please complete the booking form, with full name (as it appears on passport), mailing address and telephone number and mail it to us with your deposit of $350.00 per person plus insurance (optional). Receipt of your deposit shall act as your agreement to the terms and conditions herewith. Balance is due 75 days before departure date. If a booking is made within 75 days of departure, full payment is due plus insurance and applicable taxes. Credit cards: Prices are based on cash payments. Credit cards may be accepted for final payment as a convenience to our customers (deposits must be made by check), but a 4% bank fee may apply (void where prohibited by law). If final payment is made by credit card (AMEX, VISA, MC and Discover), Adriatic Tours requires a completion of authorization form with your signature, accompanied with copies of front and back of the card.
Airport taxes, security fees, fuel surcharges and International departure tax are not included in the price of Adriatic Pilgrimages and Tours. Taxes depend on city, routing and destination and may vary between $125-$350 per ticket.
PASSPORTS, TRAVEL DOCUMENTS & VISAS
A valid US passport is required for travel to US citizens. If you do not have a valid passport, please apply for one at the passport office in your city. Passports must be valid at least 6 months after return date. Most countries do not require US citizens to obtain visas. However, when and if a visa is required, it is the passenger’s responsibility to obtain one. Non US citizens, please consult with your embassy or consulate for visa requirements. Adriatic Tours assumes no responsibility for passport or visa requirements.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodation is based on two persons sharing a twin-bedded room with private bath or shower. A single room may be provided, if available, at an additional supplement listed for each tour. While single rooms provide privacy, they are often smaller than twin bedrooms. In addition, rooms are assigned upon arrival based on current availability and may vary in size, amenities and location. If a passenger is traveling without a companion, Adriatic Tours will do its best to find a same-sex roommate. If Adriatic Tours is unable to assign a roommate, then the passenger will be solely responsible for the cost of the single supplement. Adriatic Tours reserves the right to substitute similar category hotels without prior notice. Triple rooms are available for family or friends traveling together, but there are no discounts for using triple rooms.
MEALS
All our tours include daily breakfast and dinner. Meals are usually served at the hotel. Dinner may be served at a local restaurant too. On Greek Islands cruises, all meals are included i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner. Beverages are not included with dinners. Although we cannot guarantee special meal requests, Adriatic Tours will try to accommodate each special meal request on flights as well as hotels.
TRANSFERS
Our programs include group round-trip transfers plus meeting and assistance by our local representatives. Passengers who purchase “land only” package are responsible for their transfers at their own expense.
SIGHTSEEING
Ground transportation is provided by air conditioned motor coach, trains and other conveyance as specified in the package description. Our programs offer complete sightseeing packages. During local or national holidays, certain facilities such as museums, palaces, restaurants, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited or not available. Changes in the itinerary may be necessary and alternatives may be offered. Optional excursions on cruises and land are offered. Your local host or tour escort will advise you of the optional excursions available, all of which must be purchased locally. Shore excursions on the Greek Islands cruise could be purchased prior to tour’s departure. Smoking is not allowed on motor coaches.
EXTENDED STAY AND DEVIATIONS
Adriatic Tours packages are designed to be fully customized. Extension or deviation at the end of the tour is subject to any
additional costs that may be incurred by airfares, hotels, private transfers etc…
ADD-ON AIRFARE
Add-on airfares are available from most major US cities. We encourage you to purchase your domestic airline tickets from Adriatic Tours whenever possible. Adriatic Tours is not responsible for any penalties incurred on domestic tickets not purchased from us, in case of changes in the schedule of the tour.
AIRLINE SEATING
There is no advance seat selection for groups on most airlines. Early check-in is necessary to secure seats with travel companions and those with special needs. Due to security measures taken at airports, it is advisable to arrive at the airport three hours prior to departure time. Seating is solely under control of the airlines.
FINAL DOCUMENTS AND TICKETS
All documents and tickets are issued upon receipt of final payment only and are mailed about 3 weeks prior to departure date. Tickets and final documents are not guaranteed if final payment and booking form are not received on time. Upon receipt of your documents and tickets, you are responsible to check your itinerary, spelling of your name on tickets, dates, times and other important information to ensure that they are all correct. In case your final documents have any errors in spelling names, departure city and date, it is the passenger’s responsibility to contact Adriatic Tours immediately.
BAGGAGE
The less you bring with you, the better. We recommend that you take along one suitcase per person with a maximum weight of 50lbs., plus one small overnight bag (no more than 14 pounds) with maximum dimension of 9”X14”X22”. You can check-in your luggage from your domestic city of departure all the way to your destination. All baggage is the passenger’s responsibility and that of the airline. For lost baggage claims, the passenger is responsible to notify the airline directly. Adriatic Tours is not responsible for the loss of, theft of, delay of, or damage to luggage and any other passenger’s belongings.
PRICE GUARANTEE
Adriatic Tours guarantees that the prices shown in this brochure will not be increased on any departure provided Adriatic Tours receives full payment before March 15, 2006. Thereafter, the tour price may increase or remain the same depending on possible increases in airfares or currency fluctuations, or any other increased costs.
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CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS (if you cancel)
You have the right to cancel a reservation, but if you do, all cancellation requests must be submitted to Adriatic Tours in writing, either by fax, email or letter. The following cancellation charges per person will apply.
- REGULAR TOURS:
120 days or more before departure date - $25
119 to 91 days prior to departure date - $250
90 to 61 days prior to departure date - $1,000
60 to 31 days prior to departure date - $1,500
30 days to 1 day prior to departure date or no show - No refund.
Once the tours commence there will be no refunds on missed or unused portions of the tour program.
WORLD YOUTH DAY TOURS:
240 days or more before departure date - $200
239 to 121 days prior to departure date - $600
120 to 61 days prior to departure date - $1,000
60 to 31 days prior to departure date - $1,500
30 days to 1 day prior to departure date or no show - No refund.
Once the tours commence there will be no refunds on missed or unused portions of the tour program.
IF WE CANCEL
We reserve the right to cancel a specific departure date or whole tour due to lack of participation or for reasons beyond our control such as natural disasters, acts of war, acts of God or government restrictions. If such an unlikely event should occur, we will offer an alternate departure date or tour program. Should you decline an alternate departure date or should we cancel the tour outright, the limit of our liability to you will be the refund of all monies received, including any cancellation penalties. We will not be liable, however, for costs incurred by you not paid to us, such as visas and passport costs, items of personal nature, domestic transportation either by ground or air etc… nor will we be liable for any psychological damages, traumas, stress, disappointment, personal and financial loss resulting from our change of departure date or cancellation of a tour. Refunds are not provided for services paid for, but not used on a trip.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS
It is advisable to report to Adriatic Tours at the time of booking, any disability or medical condition requiring special attention. While we endeavor to provide the highest level of service to all our passengers, we cannot guarantee special facilities or assistance for disabled or sick passengers. It is your responsibility to arrange for such assistance as required prior to making the reservation. A qualified and physically able companion must accompany travelers who need special assistance. Be aware that all our tours are operated outside the USA where the Americans with Disabilities Act are not applicable and facilities for disabled individuals are limited. Adriatic Tours is not responsible for any medical conditions that occur prior, during, and/or after the tour.
AIR TRANSPORTATION
Air transportation is in economy class on scheduled flights and approved carriers. Ticketing must be completed not later than 30 days prior to departure date. Airline carriers, prices and schedules are subject to change without notice. No airline shall be liable for any loss, damage, injury, accident, or delay that may occur by reason of defect or through the acts of any person or company performing or rendering the services other than carriage by air described in the brochure. Air transportation shall be subject to each carrier’s respective contracts of carriage. Adriatic Tours is not responsible for any cancellations, loss, delays, injury, illness, or expenses incurred due to the actions made by the airlines. For any issue that arises in relation to airline service, complaints and compensation should be addressed to the specific airline directly.
PAPAL AUDIENCE
The papal audience is scheduled for every Wednesday. In addition, his holiness the Pope gives his blessing from the balcony of the Basilica every Sunday. We will ensure that you are present for this occasion. However, please be advised that due to the Pope’s travel schedule, vacation or health, he may not be able to give his weekly audience or blessing.
CUSTOM TOURS
Adriatic Tours will be glad to put together a custom tour for you and for the dates and places you desire as long as you can book the minimum number of passengers needed for each tour. We can print 1,000 flyer's for your customized tour at a cost $100 including type setting, printing and delivery. The $100 will be credited against your first booking.
TRAVEL INSURANCE www.tripmate.com/wp423k
Regular Tour cost per person: ......Premium per person:$
All tours between $ 0 - $1,500 .................$111
All tours between $1,501 - $2,500 ................ $131
All tours between $2,501 - $3,500 .................$185
All tours between $3,501 - $5,000 ................ $271
All tours between $5,001 - $6,500 .................$357
IMPORTANT: We must receive your insurance premium payment with your initial deposit or within 7 days of the date we receive your initial deposit for your trip in order for the exclusion of pre-existing conditions to be waved (provided you are not disabled from travel at the time you pay your premium.
PROOF OF CLAIM: Claim of illness to Trip Mate must be strictly valid and supported by the submission of a detailed medical certificate signed by a certified physician. In case of death, a death certificate with raised seal is required.
NOT INCLUDED
Airport taxes, border taxes, port taxes, fuel surcharges and items not listed on each program such as meals, beverages and items of personal nature, excess luggage allowance, laundry, room service, travel insurance, passport and visas costs, shore excursions, any incurred medical costs and replacement of items forgotten or stolen while on the tour and gratuities to tour escorts, local guides and drivers.
RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE
The tour participant understands that he or she has no claim against Adriatic Tours (also known as Adriatic Travel and Adriatic Pilgrimages), for any delay or damage to or loss of property or baggage or injury to or death of persons due to any neglect or willful act of a direct air carrier, hotel, bus company, steamship or cruise company, railroad, transportation company or service company of any kind, or any other person or persons rendering any of the services being offered in connection with these tours. Further, Adriatic Tours advises that it has no ownership interest whatsoever in any hotel, restaurant, bus company or transportation or service company of any kind outside the USA, nor does it have any employee outside of the USA. You may see the name Adriatic affixed to motor vehicles, on signs around the hotel or elsewhere. This use of our name is purely for reasons of identification and does not denote ownership, supervision, or control by Adriatic Tours in any way. Adriatic Tours and its overseas representatives reserve the right without notice to change, amend or cancel any part or all of the tour and to make such changes as may be necessary. Adriatic Tours acts only as an agent in securing hotels, transportation and other travel services, and in no event shall Adriatic Tours be liable in the event of any failure by any person or company to render any transportation, lodging or other travel services to be provided on the tour. Adriatic Tours and its suppliers, contracted for services reserve the right to refuse to accept or retain any person whose behavior is deemed likely to affect the smooth operation of a tour, or adversely affect the enjoyment or safely of other passengers. Adriatic Tours, its agents and suppliers shall be under no liability to any such person for refund, compensation, or any other matters arising.
PRINTING DISCLAIMER
Adriatic Tours is not responsible for any typographic or printer’s error in the brochure and related fliers.
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