Tibetan Tours – Terms & Conditions

Welcome to Tibetan Tours. Please read the following Terms & Conditions carefully before booking your trip. These terms form the basis of the contract between you and Tibetan Tours and outline the responsibilities of both parties.

 

1. Booking & Confirmation

 

• A 10–20% deposit of the total tour cost is required to secure a booking.

• The remaining balance must be paid before the tour begins, either upon arrival in Lhasa or as arranged in advance.

• A booking is confirmed only after the deposit is received and written confirmation is issued.

 

2. Travel Permits & Documents

 

• We assist with arranging the Tibet Travel Permit and other necessary travel documents.

• Travelers must provide accurate passport and visa information in a timely manner.

• Tibetan Tours is not responsible for delays or issues caused by incorrect or late submission of documents.

 

3. Payment & Cancellation Policy

 

Payment

 

• Deposit: 10–20% upon booking confirmation

• Balance: Payable on the first day in Tibet (cash or bank transfer, as agreed)

 

Cancellation Fees

 

(Calculated as a percentage of the total tour cost)

 

• 30+ days before departure: 20%

• 29–8 days before departure: 30%

• 7–1 days before departure: 50%

• No-show: 100%

 

Route Changes

 

If you change your itinerary:

 

• If costs remain the same → no additional charge or refund

• If the revised itinerary costs less → the difference will be refunded

• If the revised itinerary costs more → the additional cost must be paid

 

Early Departure

 

If a traveler leaves the tour earlier than planned:

 

• Unused hotel nights will be refunded.

• 50% of unused guide and transportation fees will be refunded, as these services are reserved in advance.

 

Force Majeure

 

If the tour is affected by government restrictions, natural disasters, or other unforeseen events, we will offer alternative arrangements or a partial refund, depending on the circumstances.

 

4. Tour Amendments

 

• Minor itinerary adjustments may be requested, and we will do our best to accommodate them.

• Major changes after confirmation may involve additional costs, particularly for accommodation or transportation.

 

5. Health, Safety & Responsibility

 

• Travelers are responsible for ensuring they are physically fit for high-altitude travel.

• We recommend consulting a doctor before departure.

• Tibetan Tours is not liable for illness, injury, or personal loss; however, we will assist with emergency arrangements if necessary.

• Comprehensive travel insurance, including emergency evacuation, is strongly recommended.

 

6. Payment Methods

 

• Payments can be made via bank transfer or cash, as agreed.

• Bank transfer or currency exchange fees are the responsibility of the client.

 

7. Accommodation & Transportation

 

• We arrange clean and comfortable hotels with local character, subject to availability.

• Private transportation is provided according to the itinerary.

• Hotel or vehicle upgrades can be arranged upon request at an additional cost.

 

8. Responsibilities & Liabilities

 

• Tibetan Tours organizes travel services and works with local hotels, guides, and drivers.

• We are not responsible for delays caused by weather, political conditions, airline issues, or other circumstances beyond our control.

• We reserve the right to adjust itineraries if necessary for safety or logistical reasons.

 

9. Code of Conduct

 

Travelers are expected to:

 

• Respect local customs, religion, and traditions.

• Follow instructions from guides and local authorities.

• Behave respectfully in monasteries, temples, and cultural sites.

 

Disruptive or disrespectful behavior may result in removal from the tour without refund.

 

10. Tour Modifications

 

• Free itinerary changes are allowed if requested 30 days or more before departure.

• Changes requested within 30 days may involve additional costs depending on service providers.

 

11. Prohibited Activities in Tibet

 

To comply with local regulations and protect cultural and natural heritage, the following activities are prohibited:

 

Illegal Activities

 

• Possession or trafficking of illegal drugs.

• Any criminal activity under Chinese law.

• Unauthorized photography of military facilities, government offices, or checkpoints.

 

Cultural & Religious Respect

 

• Disrespecting monasteries, monks, or religious customs.

• Touching sacred objects without permission.

• Loud or inappropriate behavior in religious sites.

 

Environmental Protection

 

• Littering or damaging natural landscapes.

• Removing rocks, plants, wildlife, or cultural artifacts.

• Smoking or making open fires in restricted areas.

 

Safety Violations

 

• Ignoring safety instructions from guides or local authorities.

• Entering restricted or high-altitude areas without guide supervision.

 

Photography & Media

 

• Always ask permission before photographing local people.

• Drone use requires prior authorization.

 

Social & Political Activities

 

• Participating in protests or demonstrations.

• Distributing political materials or sensitive content.

 

Consequences

 

Violating these rules may result in removal from the tour, fines, confiscation of equipment, or legal action by local authorities.

No refunds will be given for tours terminated due to prohibited activities.

 

12. Acceptance of Terms

 

By booking with Tibetan Tours, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.

 

Signed by

 

Tibetan Tours

Signature: ___________________________

 

Name: Ngawang Tenzin

 

Date: _______________________________

 

Participant

 

Signature: ___________________________

 

Name: _______________________________

 

Date: _______________________________

 

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