TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The Terms and Conditions and all information contained in this web site build up the basis of the contractual relationship between Dragon (China) Tours & Travel and all its clients. Please read these carefully. Receipt of a deposit will be taken as an understanding by the Company that the participant has read and agrees to abide by these terms and conditions.

PASSPORT & VISAS: All passengers are reminded that a valid passport is necessary in all cases. Visas are the responsibility of the traveler. We urge you to check with all relevant consulates and/or embassies prior to travel. Visas are required for China and we recommend these be obtained with your Travel Agent assistance.

HEALTH: At the time of printing, no vaccinations or inoculations are required. However, we suggest you first check with the Department of Health for up-to-date information.

TRAVEL INSURANCE: We strongly recommend that you purchase a travel insurance policy of your choice.

TRANSPORTATION AND ACCOMMODATION: Whilst Dragon (China) Tours & Travel make every effort to ensure accuracy in transport and accommodation information and descriptions, we are reliant on our suppliers of transportation and accommodation giving us accurate details. Since the suppliers are constantly changing prices, facilities and services, we cannot be liable for any errors or omissions herein. If during peak holiday periods we are unable to confirm the transportation and accommodation specified, you will be assigned a transportation and accommodation of similar or superior standard.

TOUR PRICES: The prices quoted by Dragon (China) Tours & Travel are subject to change without notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances such as fluctuation in exchange rates, fuel surcharges and land and airfare costs. Itineraries are subject to alteration if airline schedules are amended or other conditions require it.

BOOKINGS: Reservations can only be confirmed upon receipt of a deposit of $150 per person payable to Dragon (China) Tours & Travel together with a completed and signed booking form and subject to availability. This deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE if travel is not undertaken. The balance of payment must be received 30 days prior to departure. If the booking is made within 30 days of departure, then full payment is required immediately upon such booking is confirmed.

AMENTMENT FEES: No amendments to flight schedules can be made after tickets have been issued within 21 days of departure. Any amendments to a confirmed booking outside the above mentioned period will incur a fee of $50 per each amendment.

CANCELLATIONS: The following cancellation fees or refunds shall apply if, for any reason, the client cancels a holiday. All cancellation terms are specified on a per person basis. LAND ARRANGEMENTS - Bookings cancelled at any time after confirmation up to 30 days prior to departure will be subject to a $100 per person cancellation fee. Bookings cancelled at any time after confirmation within 30 days of departure will incur a minimum fee of 70% per person for land cost and may forfeit any amount equal to the total land content price. AIRFARES - Where a cancellation occurs after ticket issued, a minimum of 25% of the applicable airfare may be retained by the airline. This is an IATA regulation. All cancellations must be put in writing. REFUNDS: No refund is available after the holiday is commenced, or in respect of any tours, accommodation, meals or other services not utilized.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Except to the extent that the law imposes a non-excludable liability: Dragon (China) Tours & Travel (herein referred to as the Operator) act only as an agent for the transportation services (airlines, coach companies, rail roads, shipping companies), hotels and other services and shall not assume any responsibility for loss, damage, injury, accident, delay, changes in schedules, hotel overbooking or other inconvenience to the passenger whether by reason of defect in any vehicle or through acts of default of any company or person engaged in conveying or housing the passenger. The Operator shall not assume responsibility through acts of war, national disturbances or causes of nature. The transportation companies, hotels and firms shall be exempt from all liability in respect of any detention, delay, loss, damage, sickness or injury, however or whom-so-ever caused and what ever kind occurring on 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 hotels. The Operator, its associate or agents, while taking every care with the passengers? luggage or property, shall not accept any liability for damage, loss or inconvenience in the handling thereof. The passage contract in use by the transportation companies or firms concerned shall constitute the sole contract between the transportation companies or firms and purchaser of these arrangements and/or passengers.

LAW OF CONTRACT: Any contract arising with the client shall be governed by the laws of the state of Victoria and any legal action arising from there shall be litigated only in the appropriate court having jurisdiction in that State.

WEB VALIDITY: The tours referred to in this web are valid from now to Year 2008.