Tour cost and minimum number of participants: Tour cost and minimum number of participants:
$3,365, based on a minimum of 35 paying participants.
$3,465, based on a minimum of 30 paying participants.
$3,595, based on a minimum of 25 paying participants.
Based on exchange rates and tariffs in effect as of above date; subject to change in the event that there is a fluctuation of more than 2%.
Air transportation (included in tour cost):
Twin Cities/Rome roundtrip air based on currently confirmed fare by Delta Air Lines, subject to restrictions and cancellation penalties by the airline; current taxes and surcharges are included (subject to change until ticketed); Catania/Rome air based on currently estimated fare, including taxes, by Air One.
Surface travel/transfers: By private motorcoach as indicated in the itinerary; Naples/Palermo by overnight ferry, including triple or quad berths.
Accommodations and meals: Twin and/or triple occupancy at hotels as indicated, or similar, with continental buffet breakfast daily and two group dinners overnight ferry Naples/Palermo in triple or quad berths.
Program arrangements: As indicated in the itinerary, including entrance fees for guided touring where applicable; services of professional English-speaking guides for all tours and transfers; ‘whisperers’ (listening devices) where available. NOTE: Participants with special needs may incur surcharges for additional services. Handicap accessibility varies significantly from country to country. Participants are responsible for ensuring that they meet passport and visa requirements of each country visited. If required, passport and visa information must be received by Seminars International 45 days prior to departure; late information will result in additional fees.
Payment schedule: $500 per person deposit due with enrollment by November 24, 2008; final balance due January 2, 2009, upon receipt of final invoice.
Cancellation and refund policy:
Should cancellation occur prior to 90 days before departure, full refund will be granted less a $50 service charge each. In addition to any airline penalties, the following specified costs are non-refundable: 60-89 days — $250; 46-59 days — 50% of tour price; 15 - 45 days — recoverable costs only (possible forfeiture of entire tour cost); cancellations received less than 15 days from departure will receive no refund. Cancellations must be submitted in writing; the date such notification is received by Seminars International, Inc. is the cancellation date. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
Exclusions:
Items not listed above, including but not limited to meals other than those indicated; beverages other than at breakfast; optional entertainment and excursions; excess baggage charges; all personal items, such as telephone calls, laundry expenses, individual room service; insurance (brochure available through Seminars International); gratuities; departure taxes (except U.S.); passport and visa fees. Note: Most countries require passports to be valid up to six months after the scheduled return.
Management and responsibility:
Seminars International (SI) acts only as an agent and neither SI nor any employee or appointee nor any other person, party or organization or agency collaborating with it is or shall be responsible or liable for any injury or loss, accident or damage, delay or deviation or curtailment, howsoever caused or arising or the consequences thereof, which may occur during any part of the travel or program or during such free time as the members may elect to spend independently on tour. The airlines or commercial carriers concerned are not to be held responsible for any acts, omissions, or events during the time the passengers are not on board their planes or conveyances. The passage contracts in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, will constitute the sole contract between the airlines and the purchaser of this tour and/or passenger.
Deviations policy:
Some participants may wish to precede the group, extend their stay, or originate or deplane from different cities. Every effort will be made to assist tour members who require deviations in air and/or land arrangements for a $75 per person service charge, plus any additional charges levied by the airline. Once the deviation has been booked, any changes may incur additional costs. Please remember that you are purchasing a group tour. Thus, any deviation from the tour arrangements will require staff time that is not calculated in the tour price. No refund can be granted to participants who wish to omit portions of the itinerary. All deviation requests must be submitted in writing at least 75 days prior to departure to avoid any misunderstandings. Please make sure all participants have this information.
*Upon request, Seminars International Inc. will assist tour members traveling singly to arrange for a roommate. If no roommate is found, a single supplement will be assessed.
