Question 1

ITINERARY SUMMARY:

Accepted Answer

DAY 1: Upon arrival at Colombo airport, our representative will assist you with your airport formalities and then transfer you to your hotel.  
DAY 2: Post an early breakfast, check out from your hotel and proceed to visit the largest and best-preserved cave-temple complex - Dambulla. Post visit, you will be transferred to your hotel in Sigiriya.  
DAY 3: Early morning, visit the 'Lion Fortress' of Sigiriya, which was built in the late 5th century CE, on a remarkable monolithic rock pillar. Continue with your journey and drive to the next destination - Kandy.  
DAY 4: Early morning, visit a sacred temple, located in the Kandy Royal Palace Complex which houses the tooth relic of the Buddha and stroll around the nearby lake. Visit the Peradeniya Botanical Gardens which has a variety of orchids and more than 4000 species of plants including spices, medicinal plants, palm trees, etc. Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan Dance performance in the evening. The cultural dance of Sri Lanka is a worthwhile experience and visitors get to witness this magical performance when they travel to Sri Lanka. 
DAY 5: The train journeys are one of the major highlights of this country as the ride is very scenic and pleasant. So, today, get ready to board a train for a fun ride to the picturesque town of Nuwara Eliya. Visit one of the largest botanical gardens in Sri Lanka which is known for housing over 10,000 species of plants, diverse species of Orchids and Roses. Choose to ride a bicycle through the lush tea plantations or simply relax at your hotel.  
DAY 6: Wake up early morning and embark on a full day excursion to Horton Plains National Park with your guide. A visit to Horton Plains is a major highlight for those thrill seekers who travel to Sri Lanka for adventure. Located at an elevation of 2,300 metres, this park is one of the most beautiful World Heritage Sites in the world and is best known for its panoramic landscapes, exclusive plant and animal life.  
DAY 7: Depart from Nuwara Eliya and drive to one of the most well-known wildlife destinations in Sri Lanka - Yala. A visit to Yala is a must for those who travel to Sri Lanka, specifically for nature or wildlife.  
DAY 8: Enjoy the morning & afternoon safaris in one of Asia’s best national parks to spot the elusive leopards. Yala National Park is also home to more than thirty recorded species of mammals and animals including sloth bears, elephants, water buffaloes, wild boars, spotted deer, sambars and golden jackals.  
DAY 9: Leave Yala and proceed with your drive to the historic city of Galle.  Evening shall be at leisure.
DAY 10: Visit the city's important sites including the 16th century UNESCO World Heritage Site - Galle fort and the National Museum of Galle located within the fort complex. This city is an ideal destination for history buffs who travel to Sri Lanka for ancient history and culture exploration.  
DAY 11: Drive to the lush tropical paradise of Tangalle and spend your day at the palm-fringed Tangalle beach.  
DAY 12: Have a good breakfast at hotel before driving back to Colombo. On arrival, visit city's prominent attractions including the National Museum of Colombo that houses a 4th century statue of Buddha, crown jewels from the Kandyan monarchy, national artifacts, varied artworks, etc. Pay a visit to one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Colombo - Gangaramaya Temple. Wander through the streets of one of Colombo's busiest bazaars - Pettah market.  
DAY 13: Early morning, depart for the airport to board your flight for onward journey.

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Question 2

PROGRAM INCLUSIONS:

Accepted Answer

• Double/twin Room Accommodation with breakfasts in Superior hotels
 • Transfers by Private Air Conditioned Vehicle
 • English speaking chauffeur-cum guide for sightseeing
 • All monument entrances
 • Excursion to Dambulla Cave Temple
 • Trek to Rock Fortress
 • Cultural Dance Performance in Kandy
 • Guided hike to Horton Plains National Park
 • Kandy – Nuwara Eliya train fare
 • Morning & afternoon guided safaris at Yala National Park
 • Bottled Water in the vehicle at all times
 • All hotel & all Govt. Taxes that are applicable

Question 3

PROGRAM EXCLUSIONS:

Accepted Answer

• International flights
 • Tourist Visa & Insurance
 • Lunches & Dinners
 • Alcohol or Beverages
 • Tips & porterage, tele-calls & laundry
 • Still Camera charges & Video camera fee (if any)
 • Any other item not mentioned in our inclusions

Question 4

BOOKING & CANCELLATION TERMS:

Accepted Answer

. Quote is usually based on 2 persons sharing 1 room, unless quote is requested for a single person. Single room supplements are available on request.

.  A completed booking form, deposit payment, scanned copy of valid passport, international return flight ticket, visa/visa approval, vaccination certificate & travel insurance will be required to confirm the booking.

· Quote will not be applicable during Christmas/New Year period or any other festivals in the country. It can change depending upon the hotels’ policies & new season rates, festive supplements, changes in taxation norms, transportation rates, government regulations, guide charges, monument entrances & currency exchange rate fluctuations.

· All reservations must be made atleast 120 days in advance depending on the destinations involved and are subject to availability at the time of booking (including experiences which might be altered on different days), once the advance payment is received at our end.

·  All rooms are provided as twin sharing and non-smoking unless requested otherwise.

· Reservations can be made with 50% advance and balance is payable 90 days before departure from home country. In case of bookings made within 90 days before date of arrival, 100% advance is required.

· We prefer payments through bank/wire transfers. Payment can be transferred into Alluring Tour’s business account as per the details shared while booking. Amount quoted does not include any bank charges payable to your bank or any intermediary bank that your bank might use. For payments by credit cards, a surcharge of upto 5% is applicable, depending on the norms of the third-party channel processing the payment.

· As per the standard norms followed in most countries, the reserved vehicle is booked and paid for 8 hrs. & 80 kms. in a day. ’At Leisure’ means vehicle will not be available for use.

·  Protocols related to COVID-19 (or similar disease or a contagious health condition), need to be followed as per the destination & regulations. While we always keep each guests’ comfort & safety at priority, we also have a moral and social obligation to keep everyone around them safe and hence all impacted guest/s must agree to isolate until tested negative for condition/s. They will be required to make separate arrangements at their own expense for quarantine for a minimum of seven days or more as per doctor’s advice. We may have to cancel their remaining tour and unfortunately it would not be feasible to refund any amount for their tour. In case the guest/s choose to act on their own accord & refuse to follow the quarantine/isolation protocol, they accept responsibility for all associated risks.

· Please note that the booked hotel may or may not have arrangements for quarantine and hence we are bound to follow their policies if they are unable to accommodate reservation in case of a guest/s testing positive for Covid-19(or similar disease or a contagious health condition), considering safety of their guests and staff. They may recommend hospitalization or moving to another hotel that offers quarantine facilities and it would be subject to availability at that time.

· Alluring Tours Limited reserves the right to refuse services or refunds in case any false information is provided, or important information is withheld by guests/tour leader or if either of these parties refuse to co-operate considering safety and well-being of all parties involved in providing the booked services.

· Alluring Tours Limited reserves the right to make changes in the itinerary at any point in time considering the guest/s’ comfort, safety, unforeseen/emergency circumstances, closure of monuments, security restrictions & government orders.

· Any cancellations are to be sent by email. Penalties largely depend on the hotel policies being followed in the country. A cancellation charge of USD 200 is applicable per person. Cancellations made upto 75 days before arrival will attract a penalty of 50% of the tour price & Alluring Tours reserves the right to decide upon the mode of refund or issue a credit note as feasible under the specific circumstances. Cancellations made within 74 days before the date of arrival will result in forfeiture of full tour price. All reservations are non-transferrable. Bookings made under special offers/discounts are non-refundable and non-amendable. Accommodation in peak season, guide services, transport, meals, government taxes etc. are mostly prepaid and thus non-refundable (including non-utilized services). Tickets for most flights, train, safaris, ferry, events etc. are non-refundable and hence refund is not feasible in case of cancellations for whatsoever reason. For any re-bookings or alterations, additional charges may apply.

· By booking the tour with Alluring Tours Limited, one acknowledges the risk and hazards of travel that they/tour leader/associate/representative may encounter. All travelers accept the responsibility for themselves & thus they/all successors/all associates/representatives/legal representatives and related parties waive any & all claims for acts or omissions against Alluring Tours Limited, its owners/directors, successors, all associates, representatives & third parties involved in providing the services, for any liability, costs, damages, expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from or attributable to any claims or actions arising on account of your travel with Alluring Tours Limited & associated parties. All travelers and their successors/associates/representatives/legal representatives agree that this Assumption of Risk and Release of Liability statement shall be legally binding upon them/all successors/representatives/all associates/legal representatives & all minors under the age of 18 traveling with them. All disputes & settlements shall be subject to a Jurisdiction as selected by Alluring Tours Limited.

· Acceptance of the above-mentioned terms is to be signed at the end of Guest Reservation Form.

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