These Booking Conditions form the basis of the agreement between Explores India ("we", "our", "us") and the traveler, travel agent, tour operator, or organization ("you", "your", "client"). By confirming a booking with Explores India, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and accepted these Booking Conditions.
A booking request does not constitute a confirmed reservation.
A booking shall be considered confirmed only when:
All services remain subject to availability until confirmed in writing.
To secure arrangements, the following payment schedule generally applies:
FIT (Free Independent Travelers)Certain services may require:
This includes:
Specific payment requirements will be communicated at the time of booking.
Bookings received within 30 days of arrival may require 100% payment at the time of confirmation.
Payments may be made through:
Any bank charges, transfer fees, currency conversion charges, intermediary bank deductions, or payment gateway fees shall be borne by the client unless otherwise agreed.
Quotations may be provided in:
Payments must be made in the currency specified on the invoice unless otherwise approved.
Quoted prices are based on:
Prices may be revised prior to confirmation due to:
Once confirmed and paid as agreed, prices will generally remain fixed except where government-imposed changes apply.
Accommodation is booked subject to availability.
Hotels reserve the right to:
Room allocation is solely at the discretion of the hotel.
Special requests such as:
cannot be guaranteed unless expressly confirmed.
Standard Check-In / Check-OutThis may vary by property.
Child rates vary according to:
Age proof may be required at check-in.
Additional charges may apply if the child's age differs from information provided at booking.
Transportation may include:
Schedules are subject to change by operating authorities.
Explores India shall not be responsible for delays, missed connections, route changes, or service interruptions caused by third-party operators.
Where flights are arranged:
Any fare increase occurring before ticket issuance shall be payable by the traveler.
Rail reservations are subject to availability and railway regulations.
Waitlisted tickets cannot be guaranteed.
Alternative transportation may be offered where feasible, subject to additional costs.
Travelers are solely responsible for obtaining:
Explores India may provide information and assistance but does not guarantee visa approval.
No refunds shall be provided due to visa refusal, delayed processing, or incorrect documentation.
Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Coverage should include:
Travelers participate at their own risk if adequate insurance is not purchased.
Travelers must disclose any:
Failure to disclose relevant information may affect participation in certain activities.
Adventure activities involve inherent risks.
These may include:
Participation is voluntary and undertaken entirely at the traveler's own risk.
Guests must comply with all safety instructions provided by guides and operators.
Changes after confirmation may result in:
All amendments are subject to availability.
No refunds will be provided for:
after travel has commenced.
Explores India shall not be liable for disruptions resulting from circumstances beyond reasonable control, including:
Alternative arrangements will be made whenever reasonably possible, subject to additional costs if applicable.
Travelers are expected to:
Any costs arising from misconduct shall be borne by the traveler.
Should any issue arise during travel, clients must immediately notify:
This allows an opportunity to resolve concerns during the journey.
Complaints submitted after travel should be received within 30 days of tour completion.
Cancellation charges shall be governed by the applicable Cancellation & Refund Policy published on our website and communicated at the time of booking.
Certain services may carry separate supplier-imposed cancellation conditions.
By confirming a booking with Explores India, the client acknowledges acceptance of these Booking Conditions on behalf of all travelers included in the reservation.
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