Terms and Conditions
DEPOSITS AND FINAL PAYMENT:
No reservation is considered confirm until deposit has been received. Your initial deposit payment shall deemed to be in cash or check payable to PILGRIMS TRAVEL AGENCY and at least 50% of the chosen package tour. Space is limited and offered on a first-come basis.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
Passport valid at least 6 months after the return date of the trip is required to travel. It is sole responsibility of the traveler to check their passport’s expiration date.
THE TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
AIR TRANSPORTATION:
By IATA/ARC air carrier or other scheduled jet carrier, in economy class, with flights and air routings at the discretion of the air carrier and based on non-refundable bulk group fares. Cancellations made after air tickets have been issued are subject to full cancellation penalties as imposed by the airlines. We strongly recommend all tour members retain both their ticket receipts and boarding passes as copies of same cannot be provided. Airline Tickets must bear your first, middle and last name as it appears on your passport. Passengers must apply directly with the airline for frequent flyer mileage, awards are the sole discretion of the airline. Pilgrims Travel Agency makes every effort to provide the lowest possible to/from your final destination. Pilgrims Travel Agency is not responsible for and will not provide any refund for portion of trips missed due to cancelled, rescheduled or delayed flights by the carrier.
SURFACE TRANSPORTATION:
By deluxe motor coach.
HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS
Accommodations are at First class hotels based on two persons sharing a twin-bedded room with private bath. Pilgrims Travel Agency cannot guarantee roommates. A person taking a single room must pay a supplement of $959.
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
We strongly advise obtaining your own Travel Insurance in the United States for safety or in case of unforeseen
incidents.
ACCIDENT INSURANCE:
Automatic Five hundred Thousand pesos (Php 500,000.00) accident insurance policy for each Passenger, subject to policy terms and limitations.
MEALS:
Breakfast Lunch, Dinner and Tour snacks daily.
SIGHTSEEING:
As specified in the Itinerary using motor coach transportation or other conveyances as required. Entrance fees and the services of local English-Speaking guides or Tour managers are included.
TRANSFERS:
Assistance and transfers from airports to Hotels and vice versa in private motor coach.
SERVICE CHARGES, TAXES AND PORTERAGE:
Service Charges and Taxes are normally included in bills, government taxes on hotel bills, taxes on sightseeing and excursion trips and porterage at hotels of one normal size suitcase (maximum weight 50lbs) are included in the tour price.
BAGGAGE:
Airlines may now charge baggage fees for checked luggage on International/ Domestic Flights based on the policy of each carrier. The Maximum number of pieces of luggage , the weight allowance and baggage dimensions may also vary by airline from the USA to overseas destination and beyond. Many carriers require that checked luggage in economy class not exceeded 50lbs with a combined length , width and height of 62 inches. Regulations vary for business / first class passengers. Airline Policies regarding baggage are subject to change at any time without prior notice. It is the responsibility of each passenger to check their airline prior to departure for baggage information, regulations and compliance. Pilgrims Travel Agency are not responsible for additional fees imposed by air carriers regarding baggage. Due to space limitations on Pilgrims Travel Agency motorcoaches. Pilgrims Travel Agency can only allow one piece of luggage per person plus a carry-on bag with total dimension of 45 inches which fits in the overhead bin or underneath the seating front of you. Wheeled carry-on bags are not permitted due to limited motorcoach capacity. Pilgrims Travel Agency accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to the tour member baggage or personal belongings at any time.
TRAVELERS REQUIRING SPECIAL ASSISTANCE:
Disabled travelers requiring special attention or care must advise Pilgrims Travel Agency in writing at the time of reservation. A physically able companion must accompany any person who needs special assistance. Tour directors, guides, drivers or other tour hotel personnel are not able to provide such assistance. Pilgrims Travel Agency are not responsible for any denial of services to the disabled participant by air carriers, hotels, restaurants or other independent suppliers. Certain destinations involve extensive walking. Be aware that outside the U.S. the Americans with Disabilities Act is not applicable and facilities for disabled individuals are limited. Pilgrims Travel Agency is not responsible for any passenger requiring special medical equipment.
THE TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE:
U.S. departure taxes, overseas airport taxes. Phone calls, Valet /laundry service, wines, liquors and other services not specifically mentioned, excess baggage and all other items of a purely personal nature.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
The airfare used is based on non-refundable bulk group fares . Airline require a minimum of 20 persons departing on same gateway city.
Please note that the healthcare/ medical costs outside the U.S.A. are not covered by Medicare and many private medical insurance plans. Please consult with your health/ medical coverage for overseas travel.
RESPONSIBILITY: PILGRIMS TRAVEL AGENCY
Pilgrims Travel Agency act only in the capacity of agents in all matters pertaining to hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours and transportation, whether by railroad, motor bus, motor car, cruise vessel, boat, air or any other means. Except for the willful negligence of its direct employees.
Pilgrims Travel Agency is not liable for any damage, loss (including but not limited to personal injury , loss of enjoyment, distress death and property loss), expense or inconvenience caused by any act, omission or default of any supplier providing tour services or by any other person or reason whatsoever or by any delays or changes in the itinerary , or the acts and omission of the tour leader / host or travel agent.
Pilgrims Travel Agency assumes no liability or responsibility for any injuries, inconveniences, illness, irregularity or incidental damages occasioned by circumstances beyond the control of the tour operator, or by any person or reason whatsoever, including but not limited to events such as strikes, revolts, wars, natural disasters, closures of airports or hotels, default or omission of any common or private carrier.
Pilgrims Travel Agency reserves the right to cancel the tour at any time, to operate the tour with a substitute leader at any time. Pilgrims Travel Agency reserves the right to make changes in the published itinerary if needed including deleting and adding cities and changing the sequence of the itinerary, or whenever in agency sole judgment as conditions warrant, or if agency deems it necessary for the comfort, convenience or safety of the tour.