Terms & Conditions
Domestic Kitchen Tours
Booking & Payment: Booking will be confirmed only after receipt of the prescribed advance amount. The full balance must be paid at least 30 days before departure; otherwise, the booking may be cancelled and the seat reallotted.
Tour Cost: Tour cost is subject to change due to increases in fuel prices, taxes, government charges or other market conditions. Applicable GST will be charged extra.
Transportation: Transportation will be arranged according to the group size and destination. AC buses may not be available in hill stations, remote areas and certain pilgrimage destinations. Minibuses, Tempo Travellers or local vehicles may be used wherever required.
Accommodation: Rooms will generally be provided on twin/triple-sharing basis. A rollaway mattress may be provided for the third person. Single occupancy or an additional room will be charged extra. Hotel check-in and check-out will be as per hotel rules.
Food: Pure vegetarian food will be provided on a fixed-menu basis wherever mentioned in the package. During train journeys or at locations where the cooking team cannot operate, passengers may need to make their own arrangements or meals may be provided at local restaurants.
Tickets & Identification: Train, flight and helicopter tickets are subject to availability and the respective operator's rules. Every passenger must carry a valid original government photo ID throughout the tour. Passengers travelling with waitlisted or RAC tickets must make their own alternative arrangements.
Package Inclusions: Passengers must check all inclusions and exclusions before booking. Entry fees, boating, local vehicles, porter charges, cable cars, Doli/Pony, camera charges, mineral water, personal medicines and other personal expenses are excluded unless specifically mentioned.
Cancellation Policy
The booking advance is non-refundable. For cancellations after full payment
More than 15 days before departure: 50% refund
7–14 days before departure: 25% refund
Less than 7 days before departure: No refund
Airline, railway and helicopter cancellation charges will be applied as per the respective operator's policy. Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing.
Changes & Force Majeure: The company reserves the right to modify the itinerary, schedule, transport, accommodation, tour cost or sightseeing due to weather, road conditions, natural calamities, strikes, government restrictions, political disturbances, transport cancellations or other circumstances beyond its control. Any resulting additional expense or loss must be borne by the passenger.
Unused Services: No refund will be provided for missed sightseeing, meals, accommodation, transport or any other service not used by the passenger due to personal reasons, late arrival or early withdrawal from the tour.
Health & Responsibility: Passengers must ensure that they are physically fit to undertake the tour. Senior citizens should travel with a family member or blood relative. The company acts only as a tour operator and is not responsible for deficiencies or disruptions caused by hotels, airlines, railways, transport providers or other third-party service providers.
Declaration & Jurisdiction: By signing the booking form, the passenger confirms that they have read, understood and accepted the tour itinerary, inclusions, exclusions and these Terms & Conditions. All disputes shall be subject to Bengaluru jurisdiction only.
