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Cancellations are quite uncommon for our customers. In fact, before the Covid-19 pandemic, we had only experienced a handful of cancellations over several years of operation. While the booking process is crucial for us, we also understand that a clear and fair cancellation process is just as important for our customers.
Up to 31 days before
100% » Full refund
If the cancellation occurs more than 31 days before the service start date.
22 to 30 days before
70% » Partial refund
If the cancellation occurs 22 to 30 days before the service start date.
11 to 21 days before
50% » Partial refund
If the cancellation occurs 11 to 21 days before the service start date.
1 to 10 days before
0% » Non-refundable
If the cancellation occurs 1 to 10 days before the service start date.
Why Travelers Sometimes Cancel Their Trips
Here are the main reasons why some of our past customers had to cancel their tours, along with other common scenarios that could lead to cancellations:
- Visa Rejection: A common reason for cancellations is when travelers are unable to obtain the necessary visa to enter the destination country. Unfortunately, this is often beyond their control.
- Lost or Stolen Passport: In cases where a passport is lost or stolen shortly before the trip, customers may not have enough time to obtain a replacement and have to cancel their tour.
- Missed Flight: Sometimes, customers miss their flight due to unforeseen delays or transportation issues, which can lead to the cancellation of the tour.
- Medical Condition: Illness or injury, whether to the customer or a family member, is a frequent reason for last-minute cancellations, as health always takes priority.
- Family Emergency: Unforeseen family emergencies, such as a death or serious illness in the family, can require immediate attention, forcing customers to cancel their trip.
- Work-Related Issues: Unexpected work commitments or urgent professional matters can arise, leaving customers unable to take time off for their scheduled tour.
- Travel Restrictions: Changes in government policies or sudden travel restrictions due to political instability, safety concerns, or natural disasters can prevent customers from embarking on their planned tour.
- Flight Cancellations: Airlines sometimes cancel or significantly delay flights, leading to disrupted travel plans that make it difficult for customers to proceed with their tour.
- Financial Reasons: Occasionally, unexpected financial issues arise that prevent customers from continuing with their travel plans, especially if it involves unforeseen expenses.
- Personal Reasons: Sometimes, customers may simply have a change of heart or face personal issues that make it difficult for them to commit to traveling at that particular time.
Cancellation Policy Overview
We understand that plans can change, so we have a flexible cancellation policy depending on how far in advance you notify us of the cancellation. Below, we outline the refund conditions based on when you choose to cancel your tour or service:
1. Cancelling More Than 31 Days Before the Start Date
100% Refund – Full Refund
- If you cancel your booking 31 days or more before your tour or service is scheduled to begin, you will receive a full refund of the amount you paid.
- This means if your trip starts, for example, on June 30th, you can cancel anytime before May 30th and receive your money back in full.
2. Cancelling 22 to 30 Days Before the Start Date
70% Refund – Partial Refund
- If you cancel your booking between 22 and 30 days before the tour or service begins, you will receive a 70% refund.
- This means we will return 70% of the amount you paid, while the remaining 30% will be retained to cover administrative and booking fees.
- For example, if your trip starts on June 30th, cancelling between May 31st and June 8th would result in a 70% refund.
3. Cancelling 11 to 21 Days Before the Start Date
50% Refund – Partial Refund
- If you cancel your booking between 11 and 21 days before the tour or service starts, you will receive a 50% refund.
- This means half of the total amount you paid will be refunded, and the other half will be retained by us to cover costs associated with the booking.
- For example, if your trip starts on June 30th, cancelling between June 9th and June 19th would result in a 50% refund.
4. Cancelling 1 to 10 Days Before the Start Date
0% Refund – Non-Refundable
- If you cancel your booking within 1 to 10 days of the tour or service start date, unfortunately, the booking is non-refundable.
- This means we are unable to provide a refund, as preparations for your tour are already in full motion and significant costs have been incurred.
- For example, if your trip starts on June 30th, cancelling anytime between June 20th and June 29th will result in no refund.
How to make a cancellation official
For a reservation to be officially canceled, the customer must send an email with their personal details and the reservation number through our contact box. After sending, you must wait a maximum period of 48 hours for a confirmation of the cancellation.
Reservation refund
Important note: We kindly inform you that as part of our refund process, there will be deductions to cover the costs associated with receiving and sending the refund, as well as applicable office charges. These deductions will amount to 50 USD per refund for each 1000 USD refunded. This ensures that the necessary administrative and transactional expenses are covered, allowing for a smooth and efficient refund procedure. Please note that these deductions are standard and applied to maintain the integrity of our operations while providing transparency and accountability in our refund policy. We strive to provide a high level of service and ensure that the refund process is conducted in a professional and fair manner. If you have any further questions or require clarification regarding our refund policy, please do not hesitate to reach out to our dedicated support team. We are here to assist you throughout the refund process and address any concerns you may have. (UPDATE 18/05/2023)