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LUXURY CAMPS

You may be visiting some of the planet's most biodiverse, rugged and breathtaking landscapes - but that is no reason to rough it! Travel Masters ensures that you explore in style, sourcing accommodation that provides high quality comfort throughout your trip. We have sourced some of the most incredible accommodation on the continent, so you can spend more time making memories, and less time worrying about inadequate sleeping arrangements.

Kipling Camp Kanha - 2 Night Stay

The perfect destination for those who wish to relax in idyllic surrounds and explore the remote forests and villages of central India. Established in 1982 by a family of conservationists on the edge of Kanha National Park, it is one of the finest wildlife camps in India with attention given to every detail. Over the years, the Camp has moved gently with the times, without spoiling its magical atmosphere. Family owned and run, Kipling Camp offers highly personalised hospitality and warm ambience.

The Untamed Bandhavgash Executive Tent Bandhavgarh - 2 Night Stay

The sun rises over the rocky hill slopes and slants through the leaves of the tall Sal forest. Thick bamboo groves flourish as rivulets rush through the park, making Bandhavgarh one of the prettiest forests in India. Situated in Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh is a key tiger habitat in the jungles of Central India. Located in the midst of the Vindhya range, the park is surrounded by steep cliffs and rocky hill slopes.

All Inclusive Deluxe Escorted Touring Ex Australia

Travel Masters has been creating top quality tours in India for 25 years. Tours are designed to experience the very best the region has to offer in one itinerary, at the very best time to visit. This is a highly personalised deluxe tour using high quality operators, accommodation, safari vehicles, coaches and luxury train.

Small Group Touring For Maximum Experience

15 DAYS INDIA ESCORTED SMALL GROUP TOUR

Departing Australia: 17 February 2024 • Returning Australia: 3 March 2024

Visiting: Delhi, Jabalpur, Bandhavgarh National Park, Kanha National Park, Ranthambore National Park , Hyderabad, Agra, Jaipur, Bikaner, Jodhpur, Udaipur, Mumbai & a luxury rail journey.

COST: $24,995 PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE. *SINGLE SUPPLEMENT ADDITIONAL $13,500 BUSINESS CLASS - ADDITIONAL $5,500 SINGAPORE AIRLINES FLIGHTS ONLY BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY & PRICING AT THE TIME OF BOOKING

WHAT’S INCLUDED

» R eturn international airfare Brisbane to India (Singapore Airlines) - with airport taxes.

» All internal India flights as per itinerary

» Accommodation - 8 hotel nights, 6 nights (Deluxe Cabin), Maharaja Express

» Buffet breakfasts at all hotels, 4 Lunches and 5 dinners – wildlife itinerary + home hosted dinner with Indian family in Delhi

» Maharaja Express train - 6 Breakfasts, 1 brunch, 5 lunches and 6 dinners

» Jeep safari drives in Bandhavgarh National Park and Kanha National Park

» Experienced local English speaking guide

» All sightseeing excursions outlined in itinerary

» Gratuities to guides, drivers – whilst on group tour activities.

» Monument Entrance fees

» Daily bottled water

» Travel Masters experienced Tour Manager & local Tour Guides throughout

» All arrival and transfers by air conditioned vehicles

Meet Your Tour Escort

The tour will be escorted by the highly experienced Neil Kirby, Joint Managing Director of Travel Masters & The Travel Studio.

Neil has organised and led many tours to many of the world’s most interesting destinations. He brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience – and a passion for people and places of different cultures. You’ll find Neil will take every opportunity to make this tour one of life’s most outstanding memories.

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(Please note that Single Supplement will be payable if we are unable to assist with a suitable twin-share for you)

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(Please note that Single Supplement will be payable if we are unable to assist with a suitable twin-share for you)

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Do you require business class airfare? YES / NO

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Travel Insurance

It is compulsory and in your interest to carry travel insurance for health, loss of luggage/belongings and in case of cancellation. Would you like us to send a travel insurance brochure to you? YES / NO

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3. Direct Deposit into Travel Masters bank account. Please call for bank details.

Deposit And Final Payment

The deposit of $3,000 per person is accepted as a first instalment of the tour cost and will be fully refunded if the arrangements cannot be confirmed or the tour is cancelled by Travel Masters. A detailed invoice is sent out to all passengers booked on the tour, approximately two weeks prior to due date of the final payment. Final payment for the tour must be received by 31 October 2023.

Cancellation Fees

If it is necessary for you to cancel your holiday, notification of cancellation must be received in writing. Cancellation charges will apply: up to 31 October 2023, loss of deposit. After 31 October 2023, no refund is applicable. No refund is available for cancellation of the tour or any service not used after commencement of the tour. Deposits are non-transferable/non refundable.

Passport And Visas

It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure that they possess the necessary travel documentation for the tour, such as a valid passport and any required visas. In general, a passport should be valid at least 6 months beyond the end of your journey. At the time of final payment you will be given information about any visas that may be required for the tour. Travel Masters will assist you with the Visa process.

Prices

Tour prices stated on the tour brochure has been calculated on the basis of exchange rates and tariffs valid at time of print (March 2023) and are subject to change up until final payment for the tour has been received. Should you decide to cancel your tour on the basis of a change of price, then normal cancellation charges will apply.

Responsibility

Mistvale Pty Ltd trading as Travel Masters and/or its associated Companies or Agents, act only in the capacity of agents for the passenger in all matters of transportation, tour operation and other services. All receipts, tickets, vouchers, coupons or exchange orders are issued subject to the terms and conditions under which transportation and other services are provided. Travel Masters and/or its associated companies or Agents assume no responsibility for loss, injury, accident, delay or damage or irregularity that may be caused to person or property, however caused arising before commencement and/or during any tour under its management, sponsorship, procurement or otherwise.

It is the responsibility of the passenger to make sure he/she is in possession of the proper visas and other travel documents and that they are in compliance with current government and transportation companies’ regulations. The right is reserved to modify the itinerary in any way considered necessary or desirable, or to change any reservation, hotel feature and/or means of conveyance, without allowance or refund but the extra cost (if any) resulting there from must be paid by the passenger. The right is also reserved to cancel or withdraw any tour, to replace any tour leader with another, to cancel or withdraw any booking made for a passenger, or to decline to accept any person as a member of a tour. The transportation companies or firms shall be exempt from all liabilities in respect of any detention, delay, loss, damage, sickness or injury however and by whomsoever caused and of whatever kind occurring of or to the passenger at any time when the passenger is not on board a carrier or conveyance used or operated by the transportation companies or firms.

The contract of passage in use by the transportation companies or firms concerned shall constitute the sole contract between transportation companies or firms, and the purchase of these tours and/or passenger. All tickets, deposit tickets, coupons or orders are furnished and issued subject in all respects to those terms and conditions under which the means of transportation or other services provided there by are offered or supplied by owners, public carriers, or managing agents. The issuance and acceptance of receipts, tickets, vouchers, coupons, or exchange orders shall be deemed consent to the above conditions. The tour is based on flights as detailed in the itinerary, however any other IATA or non-IATA carrier may be used for tour co-ordination.

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TOUR LEADER: Neil Kirby

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Email: lifestyle@thetravelstudio.com.au

Tel: 0411 296 611 Email: neil@travelmasters.com.au

Visit our website: www.travelmasters.com.au

Force Majeure - Travel Masters & The Travel Studio shall not be liable for any loss or damage incurred by you as a consequence of our agency or any of the suppliers being unable to perform its obligations under your contract(s) due to the unusual or unforeseeable circumstances (a “force majeure event”) beyond the control of the party affected by the force majeure event. The can include (but not be limited to) threat of war, industrial action, act of God, government enforced travel restrictions, riot, political unrest, global pandemic or natural disaster. Should your travel arrangements be cancelled due to an Force Majeure event and a refund offered by the supplier(s) involved in your travel arrangements, Travel Masters & The Travel Studio retains the ability to deduct from any returned funds reasonable costs and/or the remuneration earned as part of the booking procedure and our continued service.

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