India Colour Festival

• Return international full-service flights (economy class), surcharges may apply

• 9 nights of quality accommodation (Standard or Premium options available)

• 14 meals including daily breakfast while on tour

• English-speaking local guides
• Sightseeing and monument entry fees
• Holi Festival celebration in Jaipur

• Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles

• Return airport transfers

• Arrive Early: Arrive up to 30 days before your tour starts (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stay Behind: Return up to 30 days after your tour concludes (does not include hotel accommodation, meals or transfers)
• Stopover Packages: Break up the long-haul flight with a stopover at a fantastic location (see checkout for details)
• Optional Tours: Optional experiences and tours are available to add to your itinerary (see checkout for details)
• Flight Upgrades: Upgrade to Business Class (see checkout for details)
• Premium Accommodation: Upgrade your accommodation package (see checkout for details)
• Preferred Airline: Fly with a preferred airline (see checkout for details)

Please note: Extra charges may apply, see the Important Info section and checkout cart for fees and details

Today you'll depart for Delhi, India.

Upon arrival, you'll be met by a representative at the airport who will transfer you to your hotel where you can enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Please note: Due to flight scheduling and availability, some departures may occur on Day 0. Affected customers must be at the airport the day before. Flight times will be indicated on your final documents 4-6 weeks prior to departure.

Overnight: Delhi (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: In-Flight

After breakfast, embark on a captivating city tour of Old and New Delhi.

You'll begin your journey at Raj Ghat, the solemn site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Afterwards, marvel at the grandeur of the Red Fort, an iconic fortress built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Continue to Jama Masjid, one of India's largest mosques which boasts three great gateways, four angle towers, and two minarets constructed from alternating strips of red sandstone and white marble. You can then immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Chandni Chowk, the colourful and bustling shopping bazaar that serves as the main street of Old Delhi. While there, you'll also visit the Gurudwara Sis Ganj Sahib, a significant Sikh temple.

In New Delhi, you'll discover the Laxmi Narayan Temple which is dedicated to Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. Stand in awe before India Gate, a 42-metre high stone arch that serves as a war memorial, bearing the names of 85,000 Indian soldiers who perished in World War I. Finally, visit Rashtrapati Bhawan, an architectural marvel blending Mughal and Western styles that is actually the official residence of the President of India.

Following the tour, either choose to take part in the optional activities or take the rest of the day at leisure.

Optional Activity: Lodhi Colony Street Art Tour, Lodhi Gardens & India Habitat Centre
Discover India’s first art district with colourful murals painted across the walls of one of the last housing estates built by the British. Created by renowned artists from across the globe, this funky art shares an important message on issues such as climate and marginalised communities. Continue on foot to India Habitat Centre and admire the architecture of this unique building with its covered walkways and changing exhibits. Stroll a little further to Lodhi Gardens, one of the city’s green spaces, filled with 15th-century monuments and tombs from the Lodhi Dynasty. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Bahai Temple & Kalkaji Temple By Metro Train
Experience Delhi by metro, typically carrying in excess of 1.5 million people a day it's been a lifeline for Delhiites since it became operational back in 2002. Hop on board and travel along one of the routes for a true local experience. Stop off at Bahai House of Worship before visiting the nearby ISKON temple (International Society for Krishna Consciousness). This optional tour includes transfers by metro and a tour on foot with an English-speaking guide. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Overnight: Delhi (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: Breakfast

After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, you will depart by coach to Mandawa on an approximately 260-kilometre journey. On arrival, check-in is followed by lunch at the hotel (not included).

Mandawa is a small town in the heart of Shekhawati region and often referred to as an open-air art gallery. Well known not only for its havelis but also for its frescoes on walls and Fort Palace. In the afternoon, you will undertake a tour of Mandawa town to visit the Chokhani, Ladia, Binsidhar Newatia, and Gulab Rai Ladia Haveli.

In the evening, enjoy the Henna (Rangoli) painting on hand for the ladies and turban-tying demonstration for the gents before enjoying dinner at the hotel.

Overnight: Mandawa (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

After breakfast, enjoy walking through Mandawa and the chance to take an optional camel cart ride (not included).

In the afternoon, you'll depart for Jaipur where you will check into the hotel. Jaipur is the picturesque capital of Rajasthan. This beautiful city, along with Agra and Delhi, forms what is known as the Golden Triangle of the Indian tourist circuit. There is a timeless appeal to Jaipur's colourful bazaars where one can shop for Rajasthani handlooms and trinkets. You'll also delight in the ambling camels and cheerful people in multi-hued costumes that make your trip to the pink city a memorable one.

In the evening, ride through the market streets of Jaipur before seeing a sari and Indian costume demonstration and a pre-Holika Dahan Puja ceremony. Tonight, dinner is included in your package.

Optional Activity: Camel Cart Ride
Experience the charm of Mandawa with a traditional camel cart ride. As you meander through its historic streets and vibrant bazaars, marvel at the stunning frescoes and grand havelis, soaking in the rich cultural heritage of this enchanting Rajasthani town. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Overnight: Jaipur (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

After having breakfast at the hotel, it's time to experience the Holi Colours Festival.

Originally known as Holika, this ancient festival is one of the most popular festivals in India. Detailed descriptions have been found in early religious works such as Jaimini's Purvamimamsa-Sutras and Kathaka-Grhya-Sutras.

Celebrated as winter gives way to spring on the full moon, the festival actually starts the night before with the lighting of bonfires. Dance to the beats of Indian music, revel amidst your fellow travellers, splash each other with organic colours, and join in one of India’s most important and lively festivals. You'll also have the chance to hear stories of this ancient Hindu festival symbolising the victory of good over evil. Food, in particular sweets, is an important part of the festival (not included).

Overnight: Jaipur (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you'll depart for a morning excursion to Amber Fort which is located just 11 kilometres from Jaipur. Amber Fort was the historic fort of the Kachhwaha clan of Amber, the previous capital. The fort is built with white marble and red sandstone. With the picturesque Maota Lake in the foreground, it is simply breathtaking. You will also visit the Anokhi Museum and the Hawa Mahal Palace of Winds which was constructed for the royal ladies to watch the royal processions without being seen.

The afternoon is your choice so you may enjoy the city at your own leisure, or take one of the optional activities on offer.

Optional Activity: Indian Cooking Demonstration & Lunch
Participate in a cooking demonstration to learn the secrets of authentic Rajasthani cooking in an informative and fun way. Your local chef will try to provide the maximum possible cooking techniques and secrets in the shortest time and allow you to enjoy the dishes with their delightful families. Experience cooking traditional vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes to get an idea of the different spices used to make the dishes more delicious and rich. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: City Palace & Jantar Mantar
Discover a superb collection of royal costumes, armoury, swords, carpets, antiques and artefacts of the Mughals and Rajputs at the City Palace, the former royal residence of the Maharaja. You'll then proceed to Jantar Mantar, a UNESCO World Heritage site built by Maharaja Jai Singh in the 18th century. Here you can admire the complex of stone-made astrological and astronomical instruments which are still accurate today. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Heritage Walk
This heritage walk gives you the chance to explore the beauty and hidden paths of the historical pink city that takes you through 250-year-old culture by taking a leisurely walk through the streets. Admire the street shops, local handicrafts, spice markets, flowers and vegetables. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Overnight: Jaipur (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before travelling to the ancient Chand Baori Step Well, located opposite the Harshat Mata Temple. The Step Well dates back to the 9th century and plays an important role in religious and ceremonial activities alongside its main function of drawing water.

You'll then enjoy a special lunch at a restaurant in Bharatpur, along the route to Agra. Afterwards, you'll continue your journey to Agra and check in to the hotel after an approximately 245-kilometre journey.

Overnight: Agra (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch

This morning, you'll have the option to visit the Taj Mahal either just after sunrise at approximately 06:00 and then return to the hotel for breakfast, or visit after you eat breakfast at about 09:00. The world-famous Taj Mahal is where you will see the undeniable beauty that incorporates and expands on design traditions of Persian and earlier Mughal architecture. Constructed out of white marble and semi-precious stones, the Taj Mahal is a true sight to behold.

Later in the day, you'll visit Agra Fort. It's a fascinating sight as the fort’s artwork mixes Persian, European and Indian art. The result is a unique Shahjahani style that is rich in form, expression and colour. In 2007, it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Take the afternoon to enjoy Agra at your leisure or choose from the optional activities on offer.

Optional Activity: Visit Baby Taj & Mehtab Bagh
Head to the landmark mausoleum of Itmad ud Daulah, known as “the Baby Taj”, to marvel at the intricately carved marble monument conceived before the Taj Mahal and considered the blueprint for its design. You'll then continue to Mehtab Bagh, Moonlight Garden and drink in the sunset over the Taj Mahal from the beautiful gardens. This optional tour includes transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking guide and entrance fees. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Food Trail Tour
Embark on a heritage walk through hidden lanes and bustling markets to visit an array of local eateries. Meet the people behind some of the city’s most famous snacks and sample traditional foods such as paratha and savour chai served in a traditional clay cup. You'll also have the chance to taste Agra’s famous sweet petha, originally prepared more than 350 years ago in the royal kitchens of Shah Jahan. This sugary white pumpkin sweet comes in a variety of flavours having adapted to consumers' changing tastes. This optional tour includes transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking guide and a selection of snacks and chai. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Overnight: Agra (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

After breakfast at the hotel, you will begin your journey back to Delhi. Upon arrival, enjoy the heritage city at your own leisure after an approximately 205-kilometre journey. Alternatively, you can enjoy one of the optional activities. The choice is yours!

Optional Activity: Humayun's Tomb & Qutub Minar
India has an astounding 40 UNESCO World Heritage sites, one of the largest concentrations in the world. Two of Delhi’s will be explored today as you visit Humayun’s Tomb, a great example of Mughal architecture in India. The complex of buildings, laid out in manicured lawns and fountains, were built to house the Emperor’s body. You'll also stop off at the Qutub Minar, a 72.5-meter victory tower with five distinct storeys. Built by Qutb ud-din Aibak in 1193, it is the world’s tallest brick minaret. The red sandstone structure has words from the Quran intricately engraved into it. This optional tour includes transfers by an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking guide and entrance fees. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Overnight: Delhi (Standard or Premium accommodation as per package inclusions)

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you'll check out before catching the transfer to the airport to take your flight home.

Please note: Check-out is at 12:00. If your transfer is later than this, luggage can be stored at reception (charges may apply).

Meals included: Breakfast; In-Flight

Meals included: None

After purchase, you will receive a receipt and a Purchase Confirmation, directing you to an online Passenger Information Form. You must complete the Passenger Information Form within 72 hours of purchase.

Any special requests, preferences and optional extras MUST be clearly stated in your Passenger Information Form. Any change requested after submitting your Passenger Information Form cannot be guaranteed, is strictly subject to availability and will incur surcharges as outlined in the Schedule of Fees below.

On purchasing this Travel Offer, you are bound by the General Terms and Conditions and the specific terms and conditions outlined in this Important Information. 

Please note: All countries and territories have different entry requirements in relation to vaccinations, quarantine/isolation periods and travel restrictions. Due to the evolving nature, we would ask all of our customers to monitor, meet and adhere to the specific requirements of their intended destination(s) in the lead-up to and immediately before travel, as well as any requirements post-travel upon their return.

Cancellation and Refund Policy
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• we act as your booking agent: TripADeal is a booking services provider, and curates the Travel Offers available on our website. We act as your booking agent, and we receive payment for the Booking Services as part of the booking price, however, we do not provide any of the Travel Services (flights, accommodation, tours or other products or services) included in your booking – the Travel Services are provided by a number of third party Travel Suppliers.
• each booking is unique: our Travel Offers are made up of a variety of different components and are, during the booking process, uniquely tailored to suit your requirements, for example, departure dates and ports, flight and room upgrades, tour inclusions, etc.
• changes/modifications to your booking may not be possible: once your booking has been made, changes or modifications may not be possible, and where possible, may incur a fee. It is important to ensure that the information you provide during the booking process is accurate and up to date, and that you read the Travel Offer carefully before placing your order.
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• our Travel Offers are generally non-refundable: in order to provide great value Travel Offers, we work with a variety of Travel Suppliers to find the best deals – this often means the Travel Suppliers’ offerings are non-refundable to ensure the best price. We recommend that you obtain travel insurance as soon as you make a booking with us.
To read more about our Cancellation and Refund Policy, please click here.

General Terms and Conditions
By placing your booking with us, you acknowledge and agree to our Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy and Cancellation Policy.

This travel offer is valid for travel on selected dates until the 10th March 2025.

Minimum group size 4, maximum group size 30 per vehicle.

This travel offer is priced per person based on a twin share.

Single Traveller Supplement
For solo travellers, a mandatory single supplement applies:
• Standard Accommodation: $400
• Premium Accommodation: $500 
Please note: Accommodation for single customers who are travelling on a tour or cruise package may be in a single room, depending on availability.

Child Policy
• No child discounts. The full price applies to all children travelling with their parents.
• Valid for children 8 years old and over.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult 18 years old and over to travel. No unaccompanied minors are allowed.

Departure Dates     
2025
March: 10 
Please note: See checkout for live dates and availability.

Departure Cities      
Sydney, Melbourne, *Brisbane, *Adelaide, *Perth and *Auckland  

Departure City Surcharges
• Perth: $50 per person
• Brisbane and Adelaide: $250 per person
• Auckland: $550 per person

International Full-Service Flight(s)
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
Please note: We cannot accommodate one-way flights. Travellers must take all included flights within the package, and any flights intentionally forfeited will result in later flights being subject to cancellation. 

Preferred Airline Surcharge
• Cabin Class: Economy Class
• Singapore Airlines: $265 per person 
Please note: 
• Preferred airlines are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your request, the above extra cost will be refunded.
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed, subject to aircraft configuration.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Preferred airline refers to the marketing carrier and could include codeshare partners. 

Arrive Early Options
Delhi - $300 per person
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• You may book a date to arrive early via our website but only a date that is within 30 days of the tour departure date. If you wish to arrive earlier than 30 days before your tour departure date, please call our friendly staff for availability and pricing. Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season arrive early can be purchased for up to $500 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025
28th March 2025 - 27th April 2025
16th June 2025 - 20th July 2025

Stay Behind Options
Delhi - $300 per person
Please note:
• This fee does not include extra nights' accommodation, meals or airport transfers.
• A stay behind can only be booked up to one month after your package end date upon check-out. Should you wish to stay later, please contact us to request availability. Additional costs may apply.
• No flight booking changes or cancellations are permitted after air tickets have been issued.
• Flight changes are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• A high season stay behind can be purchased for up to $500 per person, subject to availability.
• High season surcharges apply to flights departing between the below date ranges (only available for purchase over the phone):
6th December 2024 - 31st January 2025
28th March 2025 - 27th April 2025
16th June 2025 - 20th July 2025

Stopover Packages 
Singapore
Includes:
• 2, 3 or 5 nights in 4-star accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers 
For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note: 
• When a pre and post-tour stopover is chosen, the same stopover location must be chosen each way, due to the airline used.
• When selecting an Arrive Early or Stay Behind in conjunction with a Stopover Package, the stopover will take place after the departure date you select for your Arrive Early or Stay Behind.
• Stopover packages are subject to availability.
• In the event that a purchased stopover package and a purchased preferred airline upgrade are not compatible, you will have the option to receive a refund for the preferred airline upgrade or be offered an alternative stopover city option, e.g if you choose to fly with Singapore Airlines you cannot stopover in Dubai.
• Blackout dates apply to flights departing between the below date ranges:
Singapore Grand Prix: 02 October - 08 October 2025
Christmas and New Years Eve - 22 December 2025 to 2 January 2026
(TBC for all event exact dates for 2025)

Flight Class Upgrades
Business Class: For pricing, please refer to the payment cart at checkout.
Please note:
• Flight upgrades are subject to availability and pricing changes (if we cannot fulfil your request, the upgrade cost will be refunded).
• On any upgrade purchase, short-haul flights and domestic flight sectors are not guaranteed.

Missed Flights 
If you fail to arrive for your outbound flight, you risk all flight and land arrangements in your destination being automatically cancelled by the airlines and land operator, respectively. Additional fees may apply to reinstate these services. If you miss your flight for whatever reason, please contact us as soon as possible to make arrangements. 

Accommodation Used
Standard Accommodation Package
3 & 4-Star Properties (Self-Rated)
• Delhi: Best Western Maharani Bagh
• Mandawa: Udai Vilas Palace
• Jaipur: Park Ocean
• Agra: Howard Plaza The Ferns

Premium Accommodation Package
4 & 5-Star Properties (Self-Rated)
• Delhi: ITC Dwarka
• Mandawa: Castle Mandawa Hotel
• Jaipur: KK Royal
• Agra: Crystal Sarovar Premiere

Please note: Accommodation/rooms offered are based on a lead-in room type and are subject to availability based on seasonality. In the instance a property is not available, a similar standard of accommodation will be provided. Properties will be confirmed and included in your travel pack, which you will receive 4-6 weeks before travel.

Extra Nights
Not available.
Please note: If you are interested in booking additional nights of accommodation pre or post-tour, please wait until you receive your travel documentation approximately 4-6 weeks before departure for the confirmed list of hotels. If booking your own additional accommodation directly with the hotel, please be aware that you may be required to change rooms at the start/end of your tour. 

Maximum Room Capacity
2 people.
 
Triple Share
Not available. 

Bedding Configuration
Twin or double (subject to availability).

• Day 2: Lodhi Colony street art tour, Lodhi Gardens, India Habitat Centre - $45 AUD per person
• Day 2: Bahai Temple, Kalkaji Temple by Metro Train - $35 AUD per person
• Day 4: Camel cart ride - $35 AUD per person 
• Day 6: Indian Cooking Demonstration & Lunch - $35 AUD per person
• Day 6: City Palace, Jantar Mantar - $35 AUD per person
• Day 6: Heritage Walk - $25 AUD per person
• Day 8: Visit to Baby Taj and Mehtab Bagh - $40 AUD per person
• Day 8: Food trail tour - $35 AUD per person
• Day 9: Humayun's Tomb and Qutub Minar - $60 AUD per person

Please note:
• The optional tours listed above must be purchased on checkout or over the phone before submitting your passenger information form (subject to availability). 
• Some tours require minimum numbers to operate.

• Visa fees and requirements 
• Domestic transfers and flights not stated in the deal offer
• Meals/beverages not stated in the deal offer
• Optional gratuities/tipping 
• Optional activities/tours 
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• Any costs associated with an interruption to your tour as a result of an airline schedule change or cancellation

Land
Gratuities (tips) are not included for the services of the tour leader (when available) and driver throughout the tour. The recommended tip is 300 Rupees per person per day. This covers the guide/leader and the driver and will be collected on tour. 

Please note: Tipping for services provided is always a matter of personal discretion; however, please be aware that many locals consider tipping part of their normal remuneration, and they may approach you for payment; there's no need to be intimidated by the request.

TOUR GUIDE VS. TOUR LEADER
Tour Guide
Often locals with intimate knowledge of an area, its culture, and history. Their role entails providing commentary, routing the tour, and seeing that people have a good time. They are a licensed, qualified expert who supplies specific information on the history, art, architecture and culture of the city/village/attraction where they are guiding the tour. The guide meets the group at the required place and leaves it at the end of the tour; they do not travel with the group.

Tour Leader
An experienced person tasked with ensuring the smooth operation of tours, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the whole trip. Their role primarily includes assisting with accommodation, transportation between locations, and communication with tour guides at each stop. A tour leader may provide general guidance around a city or village and offer information on the place visited on the bus. However, they are not required to have specific art, architecture, or historical knowledge. They are not allowed to provide a guided tour or commentary of a city/village/attraction once there and, if caught doing so, can be fined.

Please note: Tour leaders/guides are not a standard inclusion in all travel offers. Tour leaders/guides will only be made available when required to enhance the experience of the destination featured. 

CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
India
March
Expect a pleasant climate with warm days, cool nights, low to moderate humidity and moderate precipitation.

FLIGHTS
Seat Selection & Frequent Flyer Points
We do not arrange seat selection. It is essential to highlight that some airlines do not allow pre-selected seats. We strongly suggest you contact the airline directly with seating allocation requirements and/or arrive at the airport earlier to arrange your seating. While we do not add frequent flyer member details to bookings, you can do this directly with the airline once you have your flight information.

Passport Validity
Customers must provide valid passport details either at the time of purchase or no later than 45 days before the departure date. Failure to do so may result in the cancellation of the booking. Customers will be responsible for any costs and fees incurred in this instance.

COACH TOUR
Meals
For meals not included, the tour leader (when available) will offer assistance with reservations, suggestions and directions to local restaurants. It is your responsibility to notify us of any dietary requests/requirements. 
Please note: We will do our best to meet your requests/requirements; however, we cannot guarantee that we will always be able to.

Luggage
You will be responsible for all your personal belongings whilst on tour. You must carry your own luggage from the vehicle to the hotel room and back to the vehicle. The driver will assist with the uploading and unloading of bags from the vehicle.

OTHER
Mobility
If you require wheelchair access please contact our friendly sales and service team to inquire on your behalf.

Fitness Level Required
A leisurely level of fitness will be required. Leisurely is described as light walking, including up multiple stairs, and occasional hiking, may involve uneven surfaces. Able to travel unassisted and get on and off vehicles and small boats. Suitable for most fitness levels and mobility.
Please note: If you have any concerns, please consult your healthcare provider prior to purchase/travel.

Yellow Fever
A valid international certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever is required in many countries. You may need to present this on arrival at the airport or border crossing. Some countries will refuse entry if you are unable to present your certificate. It's also common for your home country to request a Yellow Fever certificate upon arrival. You must check with your doctor well before leaving home about the Yellow Fever requirements for the countries you'll be visiting.

Sightseeing
Please note: If entry to a site is affected by changes in operating hours or public holiday closures, your itinerary, where possible, may be adjusted, or a similar activity will be offered in its place (subject to availability).

Shopping
Shopping overseas can be a daunting and confusing experience, especially when there is a language barrier. Please be very cautious when foreign currencies and prices are involved. If paying by credit card, please pay close attention to the amount you are being charged and keep all your receipts. Do not make any purchases you are not comfortable with or feel pressured into. If you are uncertain or need assistance with the language barrier, please seek assistance from your Tour Guide/Leader. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions regarding shopping for further information.

India
A tourist visa for India is a strict requirement if travelling on an Australian or New Zealand passport. You will be able to start your visa application process once you receive your final travel documentation approximately 6 weeks prior to departure.

Important: 
• Please start arranging your visa three weeks before departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours.
• Visa rules are subject to change. Please check with the nearest embassy, consulate or immigration department of the destination/s you are visiting once you receive your travel documentation to ensure you have the most up to date information.
• It is your responsibility to be travel-ready and ensure that you are aware and comply with any destination or travel requirements, including the validity of all required travel documents.
• Passengers who are not Australian citizens must also check with the respective consulate or visa agency to determine what their visa requirements are and what personal identification is required.
• It is also important to note that some areas of employment, such as journalism, government authorities and charity organisations, may have additional restrictions in applying for visas. This may, in turn, affect the type of application required.

Embarking on your next trip is exciting, and while you hope the unexpected does not happen, it is best to be prepared. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance when making your booking. Whether it’s a potential medical emergency, a flight cancellation, a delayed suitcase, or an unforeseen event, it's important to ensure you're adequately protected. For more information or advice visit https://www.tripadeal.com.au/travel-insurance

Voluntary Changes
This includes booking changes requested by you, including but not limited to those changes requiring an airline ticket or a Purchase Confirmation reissue.
• Changes - $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Name Changes Due To Passenger Error
• If the incorrect name has been provided, charges of $100 AUD per booking and any additional charges applied by the airline/cruise company/accommodation/other travel providers.

Supplier Fees
In the event the tour package you have purchased is unable to proceed, and/or a travel Supplier is unable to fulfil the tour due to external circumstances (Limitation of Liability e.g. a Force Majeure event), there may be a fee or amount of money that is withheld by our Suppliers and is unrecoverable. This may be due to non-refundable airline tickets, cancellation penalties with cruise cabins or unrecoverable payments with our land/accommodation partners. If refunds are not available from Suppliers, we will endeavour to obtain a travel credit on the best terms available and communicate these outcomes to you. In the event we are unable to obtain a refund or travel service credit, or part thereof, this cost is passed on to the customer as a Supplier Fee.