Elegant European Escapade: A Journey of Luxury

Tour Highlights

No of days:  8 Nights/ 9 Days                      

Overview of the trip:

• Day 1: London – Calais – Brussels - Holland
• Day 2: Keukenhof Tulip Gardens or Madurodam - Volendam - Amsterdam
• Day 3: Holland - Cologne - River Rhine Cruise
• Day 4: Heidelberg - Black Forest - Rhine Falls
• Day 5: Mt. Jungfrau - Interlaken
• Day 6: Mt. Titlis - Lucerne - Geneva
• Day 7: Geneva - Paris
• Day 8: City Tour with Versailles Gardens
• Day 9: Paris - Calais – London

Glimpses of the tour:

Belgium

• Atomium Structure photo stop
• Walking Tour of Brussels view the Grand Place & Mannekin Pis Statue

Netherlands

• Keukenhof Tulip Gardens OR Madurodam Model Village with entrance
• Volendam Fishing Village Free time to explore the village
• Amsterdam Canal Cruise with entrance
• Cheese & Clog Demonstration with entrance

Germany

• Cologne visit Cologne Cathedral
• River Rhine Cruise with entrance and complimentary tea
• Heidelberg Castle photo stop
• Black Forest drive through the scenic region
• Cuckoo Clock demonstration & shop

Switzerland

• Mt Jungfrau with entrance and complimentary tea
• Mt Titlis with entrance
• Rhine Falls The largest plain waterfalls in Europe
• Geneva City Tour view Flower Clock, UN Building, Jet d’Eau and more
• Luzern City Tour view the Lion Monument & Chapel Bridge
• Interlaken Free time to explore & shop

France

• Eiffel Tower (3rd floor) with entrance
• River Seine Boat Cruise with entrance
• Versailles Gardens with entrance
• French Perfumery included
• Paris Orientation Tour
• Louvre Museum entrance not included
• Night Tour of Paris included in your price

Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1
London - Calais - Brussels - Holland

Depart towards Dover for your crossing to Calais. From Calais, settle into your comfortable seats and travel to the capital city of Belgium, Brussels. On arrival the tour starts with a photo stop at the most iconic structure of Brussels, The Atomium, followed by the famous Mannekin Pis Statue and Grand Place.  {L, D}

Day 2
Keukenhof Tulip Gardens or Madurodam - Volendam - Amsterdam

Begin the morning by visiting the world renowned Keukenhof Tulip Gardens; famed for its breathtaking displays of flowers, Keukenhof has over six million bulbs that form a sea of flowers, between March and May. (After 10th May departures Keukenhof will be replaced by Madurodam model village). Later, visit Volendam and the Cheese & Clog Farm for a demonstration on the making process, before continuing to the amazing city of Amsterdam to enjoy a tranquil canal cruise.  {B, L, D}

Day 3
Holland - Cologne - River Rhine Cruise

Travel to the city of Cologne, Germany. Visit the breathtaking Cologne Cathedral, known as the Dome Church which stands 157 meters in height. The Cathedral is truly a masterpiece; taking over six hundred years to construct and is one of the best-known architectural monuments in Germany. Depart to Boppard for a scenic boat cruise on the River Rhine; enjoy picturesque views of vineyards and castles as you cruise along the longest river in Germany. Whilst aboard your cruise, enjoy a hot cup of tea to accompany the wonderful scenery. {B, L, D}

Day 4
Heidelberg - Black Forest - Rhine Falls

Travel to Heidelberg; surrounded by mountains and forests. Here, have an opportunity to photograph the famous Heidelberg Castle perched on the hills above. Travel to the Black Forest region in South Germany. On arrival, enjoy a demonstration on how the cuckoo clocks are made and have an opportunity to purchase them along with other souvenirs. Later, travel to Switzerland and witness the largest waterfalls in Europe, the Rhine Falls.

Note: Your seat numbers and Tour Manager may change on day 4 {B, L, D}

Day 5
Mt. Jungfrau - Interlaken

Witness the stunning scenery of the Lauterbrunnen Valley, the deepest U-shaped valley in the world with either sides rising a sheer 1000 meters. On arrival board a cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Jungfrau at 3454 meters above sea level. At the top, have free time to explore the Ice Palace to view life-sized ice sculptures, visit the Sphinx observation tower for spectacular views of the Aletsch glacier and surrounding peaks. Before you depart, enjoy a warm cup of masala tea whilst savouring your experience at the top of Europe. Later, drive to the oldest tourist resort in Switzerland, Interlaken. Here enjoy shopping and breathtaking scenery. {B, L, D}

Day 6
Mt. Titlis - Lucerne - Geneva

Ascend 10.000ft to the summit of Mt. Titlis. Take the world's first revolving cable car, the Titlis Rotair. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Swiss landscapes. At Mt. Titlis have free time to play in the snow and visit the ice caves or take a professional photo in traditional Swiss outfits. Depart for Lucerne to view the Lion Monument and one of the oldest wooden bridges in the world, the Chapel Bridge, enjoy free time to explore the town. In the afternoon, continue the journey to Geneva. On arrival enjoy a short city tour to see the United Nations Building, The Flower Clock and the symbol of Geneva, the Jet d'Eau (weather permitting)

Note: Geneva city tour may be conducted on day seven. {B, L, D}

Day 7
Geneva - Paris

Depart for Paris (approximate drive time will be 6 hours). On arrival enjoy a cruise along the River Seine. The cruise is perfectly designed to discover and admire the rich architecture such as the Eiffel Tower, Musee d'Orsay, Notre Dame Cathedral and more. Enjoy the famous illuminations of Paris during your night tour. This panoramic tour will cover the impressive 'Eiffel Tower', the world famous 'Champs Elysees', the beautiful 'Arc de Triomphe' and many other historic buildings.

Note: The "Paris by Night" tour may be conducted on day eight.  {B, D}

Day 8
City Tour with Versailles Gardens

The tour will start with a visit to the renowned Versailles Gardens, a ? ne example of 17th century French landscaping covering an area of more than 800 hectares. Use this free time to take mesmerising photos, souvenir shopping or simply relax on the Royal Lawns. Then visit the famous 'Louvre Museum' and have the opportunity to view the renowned painting of 'Mona Lisa' (entrance not included). Later, visit Fragonard's perfume museum to purchase some unique French fragrances, soaps, candles and more. During the orientation tour, cover the exclusive 'Champs Élysées', 'Arc de Triomphe', 'Place de la Concorde' and 'Opera Garnier'.  {B, L, D}

Day 9
Paris - Calais - London

Today embark on a journey to the top floor of the Eiffel Tower for a breathtaking bird's eye view of Paris. Followed by free time at the Avenue des Champs Élysées, the most prestigious avenue in Paris; with its cinemas, cafés, and luxury specialty shops (duration is time permitting). In the early afternoon, drive back to Calais for the channel crossing, then it is time to say farewell to the group before arriving at your drop off point.

Note: On occasions, due to large events, traffic and availability of reservations, it may be necessary to change the above itinerary. However all aspects of the itinerary will be covered.  {B, L}

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

Tour Inclusions

• Return transportation by deluxe AC coach from your selected pick up point
  Return channel crossing via Eurotunnel or Ferry
  8 nights accommodation in a 3/4* hotel with breakfast
  8 Indian dinners & 8 vegetarian lunches
  Entrances and sightseeing as mentioned in Tour Highlights
  All tips and service charges
  Premium service of a Star Tours’ Tour Manager

• Hotels
  2 nights at Golden Tulip Zoetermeer or similar
  1 night at Hotel Residenz or similar
  2 nights at Ramada Hotel Engelberg or similar
  1 night at Business Park Hotel or similar
  2 nights at Novotel Massy or similar

• Extraas in Your Tour Inclusion - SPECIALS

  Excursion to Mt. Titlis & Mt Jungfrau included in your price
  Enjoy a complimentary tea at Mt Jungfrau & River Rhine Cruise
  Night Tour of Paris included
  Tips and service charge included

Optional in Package

Additional Excursions

Price

Hotel

• 2 nights at Golden Tulip Zoetermeer or similar
• 1 night at Hotel Residenz or similar
• 2 nights at Ramada Hotel Engelberg or similar
• 1 night at Business Park Hotel or similar
• 2 nights at Novotel Massy or similar

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How to Book

1. CONTRACT
1.1 When making a booking you will accept our terms & conditions, general information and pay a fixed amount on behalf of you and all members of your group to secure your services. You must be over the age of eighteen years old to make a booking with Riviera Tours. Any bookings made within 28 days of departure must be accompanied by 100% of the total tour cost to confirm tour services. If Riviera Tours accepts your booking you will be sent a confirmation or an invoice within seven days of receipt of your booking and a contract will be made between you and us as soon as a confirmation or invoice has been provided.
1.2 If booking online, it is your responsibility to ensure that all entered details are correct. If you realise that a mistake has been made after your booking has been confirmed you must inform us within 12 hours after the receipt of your confirmation. If you fail to do so and subsequently wish to make amendments, the fees mentioned in clauses 4 & 5 of these terms will apply.
1.3 If you book through a travel agent, the travel agent will hold your deposit and any other payments until Riviera Tours sends a confirmation of booking or invoice.
1.4 A binding contract between us comes into existence when Riviera Tours confirms your booking verbally i.e. over the telephone or in person or in all other cases issue and dispatch our confirmation invoice.
The terms and condition of this form will be governed by English law and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you wish to do so.

2. WHAT YOU PAY & WHEN
2.1 When your tour is confirmed, the remaining balance must be paid within the time frames laid out below (including any surcharges referred to in clause 3) to the office at which you made your booking. Deposits per person and balance due dates are as follows
Holiday Type Deposit Balance due
Coach Tours 25% of holiday cost 4 Weeks prior
Flight Tours 40% of holiday cost 6 Weeks prior
2.2 If you make a booking after the date on which the balance of the holiday is due, you must pay the full holiday cost at the time of booking.
2.3 When booking online, it is important that you understand that payment at the time of booking does not mean that your booking is confirmed. Your booking is only confirmed when we send you our email confirmation of the booking. If due to lack of availability we are unable to confirm your services after you make a payment through the online booking portal, we will refund you any monies paid to us. Any refund owed may take up to two weeks to reflect in your account. We cannot take responsibility for any interest, surcharges or fees which you may incur as a result of a delay in money transfer.
2.4 Price per person is based on 2/3 adults sharing a room. Child must share a room with 2/3 adults. Max. occupancy is 3 adults (excluding infants)
2.5 Early Bird Offer is not applicable for infants aged 0-23 months for any holidays mentioned on our website (www.Rivieratours.co.uk) or brochure. Infant prices for coach holidays is for a seat only.
2.6 It is your responsibility to remember to pay the balance, however on some occasions we may email and/or call to remind you. You must pay the balance within 48 hours of receiving the reminder.
2.7 If you do not pay the balance within 48 hours of the reminder then we have the right to cancel your holiday and apply the cancellation charges as set out in clause 5.
2.8 Early Bird offers and other promotional/web-only discount are applicable only in conjunction with confirmed bookings and a deposit payment.
2.9 It is your responsibility to carefully check the confirmation invoice and any other documents issued by Riviera Tours and let Riviera Tours or your travel agent know immediately in the event of any error or inaccuracy as it may not be possible to make changes later.

3. YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE
3.1 Once we have sent you a booking confirmation or invoice, we will only change the price of your holiday if there is a change or increase in any one or more of the following:
(a) Transportation costs (including flight supplements and the cost of fuel);
(b) Dues, taxes or fees chargeable ,such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports; or
(c) The exchange rate applicable to the particular holiday package. (Our prices are fixed using the exchange rates available in the month of November 2014)
(d) In the event of a significant increase in any of the components that are included in your tour cost i.e.: hotels, entrances, flights, transportation & food.
3.2 Should the price of your holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of your holiday cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place.
3.3 If we increase the cost of your holiday by more than 10% you may cancel the holiday, provided that you notify us within seven days from the date you receive the confirmation or invoice with the increased amount. We will refund you the full amount paid by you to Riviera Tours towards your booking.
3.4 Early Bird Offers and discounts are only applicable to flight tours when the land arrangements and flight components fall within the given budget of the tour price. Early Bird discounts will not apply to flight tours when flight/hotel surcharges are present.

4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING
4.1 In the case of Coach Tours; a name, date or tour change will be possible as below provided written notification is received.
Amendment/ Change For Coach Tours Only More then 22 days prior to departure 21 - 14 days prior to departure 13 – 8 days prior to departure 7 – 0 days prior to departure
Name change £25.00 per person £50.00 per person £100 N/A
Tour date change £25.00 per person N/A N/A N/A
Tour Upgrade (opting for a higher value tour) Free of charge N/A N/A N/A
Tour Downgrade (opting for a lower value tour) £25.00 per person N/A N/A N/A
We can allow a maximum of two amendments per individual booking. The administration charges stated above will apply for each amendment. More than two changes are not possible and it will be considered as a cancellation for which cancellation charges will apply as per the policy.
Any amendment subsequent to confirmation of any flight tours will be subject to cancellation fees stated in clause 5.1 of these terms and conditions.
If you want to replace any individual in your booking subsequent to confirmation, it will be your responsibility to find a replacement. Riviera Tours cannot take any responsibility of introducing another individual to replace the original tour participant.
4.2 You can change your pick up point up to 10 days prior to departure free of charge. Within 10 days it may not be possible to make changes to your pick up point; if possible then there will be £10 admin charge per person. Pick up points will be confirmed only 10 days prior to departure, and are subject to availability.
Note:
Certain travel arrangements (e.g. Apex / No frills airlines Tickets) may not be changeable after a reservation has been made and any alteration request could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.

5. IF YOU CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY
5.1 If you or any member of your party wishes to cancel your holiday, you should notify us or the travel agent with whom you made the booking, in writing. If you cancel the holiday, then we will charge the cancellation fees as set out in the table below. Riviera Tours shall remain within its rights to forfeit the non-refundable deposit amount paid to confirm the booking to recover the scale of cancellation charges set by our suppliers.
Cancellation policy apply if a) tour participant can not adhere to the tour payment schedule set out on the left, b) in the event that visas for any countries are not granted or c) In the event that any tour participant is unable to travel for any reason whatsoever, including medical grounds.
Notice given for Cancellation Coach Tours Flight Tours
More than 42 Days 25% of total holiday cost 40% of total holiday cost
41-28 Days 25% of total holiday cost 50% of total holiday cost
27-14 Days 50% of total holiday cost 75% of total holiday cost
13-7 Days 75% of total holiday cost 90% of total holiday cost
6 Days or less 100% of total holiday cost 100% of total holiday cost
The cancellation charges shown represent a percentage of the total holiday price, excluding insurance premium or any additional charges (e.g. visa charges, courier, postal).
Note: If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges through your insurers.
5.2 Due to increased security measures, all airlines now require first and last names on the airline tickets. This must be the same name that appears on your passport, which must be the same name given when making your booking with us. It is your responsibility to ensure this information is correct on your invoice and other documentation. Any changes will lead to an administrative charge (of which you will be notified at the time).

6. BOOKINGS MADE ONLINE
6.1 You may choose to book your holiday online through our online booking portal. All bookings which are made online are subject to the terms & conditions which apply to all bookings made with Riviera Tours. All bookings which are made through our web-portal remain provisional until Riviera Tours issues a confirmation invoice.
6.2 All bookings made through our web-portal are subject to accuracy checks by Riviera Tours before services which are requested can be confirmed. If the requests which you make (i.e. regarding rooming, seating, dietary, etc.) at the time of your booking process are contrary to these Terms & Conditions or published general information, we have the right to refuse the booking. In this circumstance, we will contact you and inform you of the inaccuracies. At this time, you may choose to amend the booking in line with accepted policies and pricing or cancel your provisional booking with Riviera Tours.
6.3 It is your responsibility to ensure that you review all these terms & conditions, general information and have all relevant documentation prior to beginning the booking process. To complete your booking you will be required to register an account, fill all necessary fields, accept these terms & conditions and published general information and provide a minimum deposit or full payment depending on your departure date proximity.
6.4 All bookings processed through the online booking portal must be paid in UK Sterling. If you choose to employ a debit/credit card which is not issued by a UK bank, you will incur the respective surcharges/fees placed upon you by your issuing bank or building society.
6.5 It is important to understand that your booking will be confirmed only once you have received a confirmation invoice from Riviera Tours. Payment at the time of booking does not guarantee that your booking is confirmed. If your booking is confirmed by Riviera Tours, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 24 hours of completing your booking.
6.6 It is your responsibility to ensure that all details are correct before you complete your booking with a payment. If you notice any inaccuracies when you receive the booking confirmation, you must contact us within 12 hours of receipt. If you fail to notify us within 12 hours, amendment fees will apply as per section 4.1 of these terms.
6.7 Web-based discounts are only applicable on bookings made through the online booking portal. Riviera Tours has the right to withdraw web-based discounts or promotions at any time and without prior notice.


7. IF WE CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY
7.1 It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements, however, occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. Most of these changes will be minor and we will advise you or your travel agent of them at the earliest possible opportunity.
We also reserve the right under certain circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel that tour departure. However, we will not cancel your travel arrangements less than two weeks before your departure date, except for reasons of force majeure or failure by you to pay the final balance. If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements, you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us, if available. Riviera Tours cannot be held responsible for any cost which you incur as a result of cancellation due to lack of passenger participation.
In accordance with EU regulations we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flight/connecting flight/transfer. We do this by listing carriers to be used or likely to be used as follows (other scheduled carriers may be used from time to time):
EGYPT AIR / SWISS AIR / EASYJET / ALITALIA / BRITISH AIRWAYS / JETAIR / AIR FRANCE / SINGAPORE AIRLINES / LUFTHANSA/TURKISH AIRLINES/ UNITED AIRLINES/ BRITISH MIDLANDS/AMERICAN AIRLINES/ DELTA/ CONTINENTAL/GULF AIR/ KLM
7.2 If we make a minor change to your holiday (for example a change to travel time, a change of departure and return point , a different mode of transportation to a major joining point such as London, a change in accommodation to a lower official classification for one or two nights, or a change of advertised tour itinerary where the change is not a major change), we will try to notify you of this before departure, but you will not be entitled to any compensation as a result of such minor changes.
7.21 Dover pick-up can only be provided if the ferry departs from the Port of Dover and therefore Dover pick up is not guaranteed at all times. We are able to confirm Channel crossing seven days prior to departure. You can initially select Dover although if unavailable then you will need to change your pick up point. (Riviera Tours will not be responsible for any costs associated with you changing your pick up).
7.22 If you have arranged for an external pick up then transportation from your chosen pick up to the point where you will board the coach may be arranged by a private car, minibus or an alternative coach. If you have booked a return pick up/drop off service then on rare occasions there may be up to ninety minutes wait for a connecting coach (if the wait is more than ninety minutes then a dinner voucher will be provided by Riviera Tours).
7.23 Riviera Tour’s reserves the right to change the timings of any external pick up 12 hours prior to departure.
7.3 If we make a major change to your holiday, for example a change to your UK airport, (unless we change from one recognised London airport to another), time of departure or return of more than 12 hours, or a change to lower quality accommodation for more than two nights or a significant change to the itinerary then:
We will tell you of the change as soon as possible; you can decide to accept the change and continue with the holiday as amended, accept an alternative holiday (and if the alternative holiday is cheaper we will refund you the cost difference) or you may choose to cancel your booking.
7.4 If, as the result of a major change you choose to cancel your booking we will refund all monies that you have paid to us (For services rendered only by us).
7.5 We shall not be liable to pay compensation to you, where there is a major change or a minor change that either:
We, or the supplier of the services in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid; or if the change is due to unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control and the control of our suppliers, the consequences of which we or our suppliers could not have avoided even if all due care had been exercised.
Examples include hostilities, political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, terrorist activity, industrial disputes, natural or nuclear disasters, flood, fire, epidemic or health risk, advice from any environmental health office or body, technical problems to transport (except where these arise as a result of the negligence of our suppliers or us), airport closures, adverse weather conditions or similar events beyond our control.
Force Majeure: This means that we will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control. These can include, e.g. war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions.
7.6 With regards to flight tours, if we do not have the required minimum number of passengers, we may operate the tour on individual basis covering the same itinerary, where we would not be able to provide you the services of a full time tour manager, but there will be a local guide who will assist you to all the main sightseeing places.
7.7 If due to unusual or unforeseeable conditions, we may have to cancel the “Paris by night tour” then we will be offering a refund of 10 Euros per adult. (Children 11 years and below will not be eligible for this refund).
7.8 If due to unforeseen circumstance or adverse weather conditions, the Eiffel Tower may restrict top floor access. In this case we will reimburse clients the difference between second floor and third floor entrance cost. On some occasions, the entrance of the Eiffel Tower may be restricted all together. On these occasions, the entrance cost will be reimbursed or an alternative attraction will substitute the Eiffel Tower visit.
7.9 In addition, there are various trade fairs, exhibitions and seminars that take place during the holiday season; although we try to avoid these, it may be the case that we will need to change the hotels offered and its location to another town or city. If this is the case we will try and advise you at the time of booking or at the earliest possible time prior to your travel. Otherwise our tour manager or local representative will inform you of the changes on the spot and we solicit your full co-operation in accepting such circumstantial changes. Therefore no grievance regarding service/itinerary changes will be entertained from the tour participant during or after the tour.


8. OUR RIGHT TO CANCEL YOUR HOLIDAY
8.1 In order for us to run each tour, there must be a minimum number of passengers who book. If the minimum numbers of people do not travel for a specific date, we may cancel the tour for that date (provided that we send you notice of the cancellation either in writing or via the telephone, at least two weeks prior to departure). If we cancel because there are not enough passengers, we will refund full amount you have paid to us in respect of the tour (for services rendered by us). Riviera tours reserves the right to amend, amalgamate, alter, vary or cancel a tour without incurring any liability to pay any compensation. Riviera Tours cannot be held responsible for any cost which you incur as a result of cancellation due to lack of passenger participation.
8.2 In the event that we may have to cancel your tour, we may from time to time where logistically possible, operate the same tour using a mini bus; (Mini busses do not have air-conditioning or toilets on board) which will be offered to you at the same price or with a small premium. This is subject to us having a minimum of 10 passengers. If you do not wish to take this option, then a full refund will be provided (for services rendered by us).

9. SPECIAL NEEDS & SPECIAL REQUESTS
9.1 Where possible, we accept bookings from people with special needs who wish to make special requests, although we cannot guarantee to be able to do so.
9.2 If you have a special need or a special request, it is important for you to contact us in writing or by telephone prior to making your booking. You must write to us giving us full details of your special requests or special needs and details of any disability that affects you.
9.3 Riviera Tours reserves the right to refuse a booking or service, based upon the appropriateness of the tour, for an individual passenger.
9.4 IMPORTANT: Please note that if you have a special need or a special request and we accept your booking, we still cannot guarantee to provide for your special need or your special request. However we do generally find that hotels respond favourably to special requests or special needs that we notify them about.
9.5 If you have a special request (e.g. Veg meals) on the flight please check and inform us when you book your holiday and we will pass this information on to our suppliers. Our note of request on your invoice confirms we have received it however does not guarantee that we or the relevant supplier can meet with your request. Where ever possible they will try to help you. We will not pay compensation for failing to meet a special request that we have not confirmed separately in writing.
9.6 We cannot endow the aid of a tour manager for walking, dining, getting on/off any transportation or for any other personal needs. It is indispensable that a qualified companion must accompany any traveller whom needs such assistance. In the absence thereof, such traveller will be joining the tour on their own risk and consequence.
9.7 Step-free access to hotels, restaurants, coaches and attractions may not always be present. If step-free access is paramount to the successful completion of your tour, it is strongly recommended that you consult our sales team before making a booking with Riviera Tours to clarify the suitability of hotels, restaurants, coaches and attractions.

10. OUR RIGHT OF REFUSAL
10.1 In addition to our rights under clause 9.3, we may refuse to accept a booking or terminate your holiday in the following circumstances:
(a) if you fail to advise us in writing at, (or promptly after) the time of booking of any relevant medical condition or disability from which you suffer and for which you seek special assistance or attention from us or our suppliers;
(b) If, during the course of the holiday, we reasonably consider that you are unable to cope with the demands of the holiday;
(c) If you act unreasonably and we reasonably consider that your actions or behaviour are likely to cause distress, damage, danger or annoyance to other customers, employees or third parties or to the property of any person.
10.2 If you are prevented from travelling or from completing your holiday in the circumstances set out in clause 9.1, our responsibility to you for your holiday will cease when we terminate the holiday.
10.3 You will not be entitled to any refund where we terminate your holiday in the circumstances set out in this clause and we will not be liable to pay any compensation to you as a result of terminating your holiday.


11. OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO YOU
11.1 During your holiday your driver, tour leader, guide, hotel or other service providers may offer services or excursions which are not included in the price of your holiday or listed in our brochure. Since they do not form part of your contract with us, we do not accept any responsibility for their cancellation or curtailment or for any loss, damage, injury or death that you may suffer. If you wish to make a complaint or bring a claim in relation to such excursions or activities, then you should contact the person who offered them to you directly.
11.2 For operational reasons not all additional excursions listed on the tour itinerary or published online maybe available during your tour. Your tour manager will advise you of availability whilst on tour.
11.3 We accept responsibility for the actions of both our suppliers and our employees where they are providing any part of the holiday on our behalf. Our liability to you for their acts and omissions is limited by our terms & conditions. Our liability to you for your holiday and any loss, damage or injury that you may suffer in relation to, or as a result of it (whether caused by us or by our employees or suppliers acting on our behalf) shall be limited as follows:
(a) Where such acts or omissions (including negligence) cause you any loss or damage other than death or personal injury, our liability shall not be more than twice the price of your holiday;
(b) We shall not be liable in circumstances that we, our suppliers and employees could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid or for unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, consequences of which we could not have avoided even if all due care had been exercised;
(c) If you travel on a ship, train or aircraft as part of your holiday with us, the carrier’s conditions of carriage (copies of which are available from us on request) will apply. The carrier’s liability to you may be significantly limited by its conditions of carriage and by international conventions; our liability to you will also be limited to the amount that you could claim from the aircraft, train or ship operator in accordance with any applicable international conventions.
(d) In the event of a breakdown of a coach on a touring holiday, our liability will be limited; if, for any reason we can not provide a replacement coach and that you miss out on a significant attraction we will reimburse the amount which we have paid to the supplier, though we will endeavour to replace the coach at the earliest. However sometimes delays will occur due to many reasons beyond our control. In this event we are also entitled to use a replacement coach that we deem fit to conclude the rest of the journey. The replacement coach may or may not have the same amenities as the original coach.

12. LIABILITY
12.1 Riviera Tours shall under no circumstances whatsoever be liable to the passenger or his/her co-traveller for: a) Discontinuation of tour due to loss/destruction of passports/travel documents prior/during the tour culmination, and any further expenditure for the tour participant due to such loss/destruction of passports/travel documents. b) Personal injury, delay, sickness, accident, death, discomfort, increased expense, consequential loss and/or damage on account of theft or injury howsoever caused. c) Temporary or permanent loss/damage to baggage/personal effects howsoever caused. In this condition “howsoever caused” includes wilful negligence on the part of any person. d) Expense caused due to personal injury, delay, sickness, accident, death, discomfort. e) Loss of baggage by Airline/Cruise line/Surface transportation. e) Airline not allowing tour participant board the aircraft for reasons beyond the control of Riviera Tours. f) Failure on the part of an Airline to accommodate tour participant(s) despite having confirmed tickets. g) Damage or loss caused due to reasons beyond the control of Riviera Tours (including Force Majeure).
12.2 No liability on the part of Riviera Tours in any way out of this contract in respect to your holiday, tour, excursion facility shall exceed the total amount paid or agreed to be paid for the same and shall in no case include any consequential loss or additional expense whatsoever.
12.3 Many of the services which make up your holiday are provided by independent suppliers. Those suppliers provide these services in accordance with their own terms and conditions. These terms and conditions may limit or exclude their liability to you. Copies of the relevant parts of their terms and conditions are available from Riviera Tours and the relevant suppliers. Riviera Tours will endeavour to ensure that all elements of the itinerary advertised are fulfilled by our supplier however as we act as an intermediary for the third party supplier concerned we will not be liable in relation to the arrangement provided by that third party supplier/s or for the acts or omissions of the third party concerned.
12.4 You are responsible for checking-in for flights and presenting yourself for all pre-booked attractions whilst on holiday. Riviera Tours cannot accept liability for clients missing flights as a result of late check-ins or arrivals and no credit notes or refunds will be given if you fail to take up any component of your tour.
12.5 You are responsible for joining our coach tours as per the pickup time given on your confirmation. Riviera Tours cannot accept liability for clients missing any component of your tour. No credit notes or refunds will be given and we will not be liable for any costs incurred by the client who wishes to rejoin the tour.

13. COMPLAINTS
13.1 We ensure that we will fulfil our duties and promise to deliver an enjoyable and trouble free holiday. However, problems do occasionally occur. If you have a problem or complaint during your holiday, please inform the relevant supplier (for example the hotel owner) and our tour manager as soon as possible. They will try and rectify the problem immediately. However, if the problem or complaint is not resolved to your satisfaction, you should write to us within 28 days of the end of your holiday.
13.2 In the event of a problem or complaint involving the negligence of any of our suppliers, sub-contractors or agents (as opposed to any negligence on our part or on the part of any of our employees acting within the course of their employment) we cannot accept any liability if you do not report the complaint during the tour, or at the hotel (in accordance with the procedure set out above) and you fail to report the complaint to us in writing, giving full details (as set out above) within 28 days of your return from holiday.
13.3 We aim to respond to any complaints within 28 days although this can sometimes take longer as we have to investigate and may need to wait for replies from hoteliers or other parties. Any dispute or claim which arises out of (or in connection with) your contract or holiday must be dealt with under the ABTA arbitration scheme, or brought to the courts of England and Wales only. It is only these courts that will have any jurisdiction to hear any claims made under or relating to it. For full details on the arbitration scheme, please visit the ABTA website www.abta.com
13.4 If you fail to follow this simple procedure we will have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify your complaint whilst you were on tour and this will affect your rights under this contract.

14. PASSPORTS & VISAS
14.1a You should ensure that you allow sufficient time (currently eight weeks from posting a correctly completed application form) to apply for a passport.
It is the passenger’s responsibility to ensure that they possess all relevant travel documents prior to departure of their scheduled tour. If the passenger is acquiring the necessary visas/travel documents independently from Riviera Tours, then it is the passenger’s responsibility to ensure that they fulfil all necessary criteria prior to the scheduled tour departure. If for any reason the tour participant is unable to travel due to incomplete travel documentation after booking and confirmation of tour, the tour participant will be subject to cancellation policy as stated in clause (5.1) of these terms and conditions.
(a) UK CITIZENS – Travelling on holiday outside the EC, you must have a passport, valid for at least six months from date of departure. At present, British passport holders do not require visas for the majority of countries within Europe, only a valid passport. For all other countries, it is advisable that you check with relevant embassies or consulates.
(b) NON-EC CITIZENS – Holders of Non-EC passports are most likely to require a visa for certain countries visited within our brochure. At Riviera Tours, we provide a visa service at an extra cost for certain cases, which is separate to your holiday cost. You must submit all documents required together. Applications with documents pending will not be accepted. It is your responsibility to submit all documents to us at the correct time. Though we try our best to obtain the visa on your behalf, it is solely at the discretion of the relevant consulate to accept your application; we can therefore not take any responsibility if the visa has been refused for any reason whatsoever. We will try to process your visas as early as possible; however, we reserve the right to choose the date of submission for the application. It is responsibility of the passenger to ensure they have the correct visa in place before travelling. In the event passengers are not able to travel due to not having the correct visas, the cancellation policy set in clause 5.1 will apply.
14.1b If you are processing your visa through Riviera Tours in the UK and the visa is rejected refused or delayed by the consulate and we know the outcome 10 days prior to departure, then we will charge 25% of the tour cost for coach tours and 40% for all flight tours. If the visa is rejected within 10 days of tour departure then the cancellation will be 35% of the tour cost for coach tours and 50% for all flight tours that are cancelled (This only applies if the booking is made in UK and if the visa has been applied through Riviera Tours UK). If you are ineligible to apply for Schengen visas or you are unable to submit the documents as informed by Riviera Tours within a timeframe specified by Riviera Tours, cancellation fees stated in point 5.1 will apply. The visa fee and service charge is non-refundable in all circumstances.
14.1c Customs & Immigrations delays and enquires. Riviera Tours will not be held responsible, if you are stopped or held by any government department, e.g. Police, Customs, Immigrations or any other authorities of the destination country. The tour will continue and no financial or any other kind responsibility will be accepted by Riviera Tours. Passengers that are held back will have to make their own arrangements to their respective destination.
14.2 It is your responsibility to check any travel documentation which we issue in relation to your booking as soon as you receive it. Please contact us immediately if you believe that the document is incomplete or incorrect. We will not be able to accept liability for inaccuracies if we are not notified within five working days of issuance. We will nonetheless attempt to rectify any mistakes caused, however if notified outside five working days, you will be responsible for any associated costs.
14.3 Some airlines now require additional passport information (API) and we will inform you and failure to provide this will result in you being denied boarding. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel due to this, no refund or compensation will be offered.

15. HEALTH
15.1 UK & EC Citizens are advised that from 1st January 2006, you will need a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to receive healthcare that becomes necessary during your visit to an EEA country or Switzerland. Please note that we strongly advised that you should still obtain travel insurance as a precautionary measure.
15.2 NON EC Citizens are advised to obtain the necessary travel insurance from their country of origin, in case of person residing in the UK on work permits etc. they may obtain travel insurance from us or any other insurance supplier of their choice. We strongly advise that all passengers obtain travel insurance for the entire duration of their holiday.
15.1a VACCINATIONS, HEALTH, SAFETY & LOCAL STANDARDS
In certain countries vaccinations maybe required or recommended by the Department of Health. As regulations are frequently changing, you must check with your doctor as to which inoculations’ are advisable for your chosen holiday. You should also refer to the Department of Health leaflet “Health and Advice for Travellers”. You may also check with your local health provider. Valid medical insurance for the entire duration of your trip is highly recommended.
The safety standards and regulations, which apply overseas, are those of the country concerned. Often they do not aspire to the same levels as in the UK, due to this the general standards of safety, hygiene, fire precautions; etc can differ to those we expect in the UK. We suggest you familiarise yourself with fire escapes, and check depth and exits from swimming pools before swimming. Upset stomachs can easily be caused from climate change, water & ice. Sexually transmitted diseases are a serious threat throughout the world. Please exercise precaution and seek immediate advice if you think you may be affected. Avoid skin piercing and touching wild or stray animals as rabies is also a big threat. You should take due care of sunburn by using creams and not over exposing yourself. It is advisable to keep note of any significant medical condition you have and details of any medication you are prescribed.
15.1b ALLERGIES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
Riviera Tours will attempt to accommodate the requirements of individuals who suffer from allergies. Passengers who suffer from allergies must inform Riviera Tours in writing at time of booking. Individuals who suffer from severe allergies are strongly advised to take all relevant precautions before travelling. Passengers are strongly advised to inform the Tour Manager of any allergies at the beginning of the tour. Riviera Tours can take no responsibility for the actions of other passengers who aggravate allergies suffered by another passenger. We cannot guarantee that food within Restaurants and Kitchen Caravans are free from allergens (e.g. nuts) due to potential cross contamination risks from product, people and the environment.
Riviera Tours will attempt to accommodate any requests concerning dietary requirements; however passengers are advised that these are not guaranteed. Passengers will be informed regarding the adherence to these requirements at time of dining by the tour manager.

16. DAMAGE OR LOSS OF PROPERTY
16.1 You will be responsible for making full payment for any damage or loss caused by you or any of your party whilst on tour. Payment must be made directly to the service provider concerned. In failing to do so, you will be liable for any claims or legal actions against us (together with any third party legal costs) resulting from your or your party’s actions.
16.2 Riviera Tours will take no responsibility for retrieving any items of lost property due to safety and legal reasons. Riviera Tours will take no responsibility in reclaiming any belongings from third-party suppliers. It is the clients’ responsibility to contact the service provider directly and arrange for payment and shipping independently. If items are returned to Riviera Tours, we will not be responsible for any damage sustained during transit. Any belongings misplaced by passengers and subsequently given to Riviera Tours will be held for a maximum of seven days. Belongings which are not claimed within seven days will be disposed off or donated to a charity.


17. DATA PROTECTION STATEMENT
The law concerning data protection and your privacy can generally be found in the Data Protection Act 1998 and its associated legislation.
If you are booking a holiday with us, we need your personal details in order to process your booking and to enable us (or our suppliers and agents) to get in touch with you in connection with your travel arrangements, if required. Similarly, if you are booking a holiday with us or are enquiring about a holiday, or are responding to one of our promotional campaigns and would like us to update you with information about the services and products we offer, then we need some personal information in order to communicate with you. We collect personal information such as names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses. If you book a holiday with us we will also collect your passport and credit or debit card details. It may also be necessary for us to collect information of a more personal nature. This information will allow us to process your booking, fulfil or pass on any other request you might have.
When you make a booking, request a brochure or sign up for our e mail updates then we will securely store your contact details in order to contact you with details of products and services we think you might be interested in. Rest assured we do not sell your personal details to other companies. If you decide you would rather not receive news, information and offers about our holidays, please let us know in writing to: Riviera Tours and Travel 8-9 Agrawal Complex Beside Municipal Market C G Road Ahmedabad 38009 INDIA Email : rivieratours.india@gmail.com

BROCHURE ACCURACY
Information provided within this brochure is factually accurate at the time of print (November 2014). We have tried our best to provide an accurate description of all the services, amenities, exchange rates and places of interest within this brochure. However circumstances can change which are beyond our control and thus we cannot take responsibility for the same. These can take the form of circumstances such as bad weather/traffic, closure of hotels/restaurants, over booking of hotels/restaurants, restricted access to certain sightseeing due to necessary re-routing and availability of services
The prices and details within this brochure will become void once a new brochure is published