Adventure Associates
Ethiopia & the Kingdom of Jordan

Dates and cost

Ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth

22 days
16 September to 7 October 2009
Twin Share Single Supplement
$11,300 $2,300
Inclusive of economy class International Air Fares. Ask us for joining details and prices from other cities and Business or First Class upgrades.

Traveller's Notes:Should you be travelling alone and wish to share, we will endeavour to match you with a roommate of the same sex. However, if this is not possible or your roommate cancels, you will be required to pay the single room supplement. In order to benefit from the group airfares incorporated in this tour, all passengers must depart Australia on 16 September 2009. Should you wish to extend your travel, your return flights may be extended subject to availability and airline approval.

What's included

  • Economy class airfares required as per the itinerary
  • Jordanian Visa and lodgement Fee
  • Hotel/Lodge/Desert Camp accommodation based on twin share rooms with private facilities (except in Wadi Rum, shared facilities only).
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary, including local non-alcoholic beverages within Ethiopia
  • Transfers, touring and sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary
  • Horseback ride in Petra and Boat trip on Lake Tana
  • Cultural dinner, entertainment and Traditional Coffee ceremony in Ethiopia
  • Access to Dead Sea Spa Hotel Jordan
  • Tour Leader from Australia and English speaking Tour Escorts within Ethiopia and Jordan
  • Local guides for sightseeing as per the itinerary
  • All entrance fees at sites, churches, museums, parks and villages and 1 bottle of water daily whilst on tour in Ethiopia
  • All ground transportation and 4WD vehicle within Ethiopia and Wadi Rum
  • Porterage fees at airports and hotels in Ethiopia
  • All currently applicable service charges and taxes (excluding air ticket and airport taxes)

What's not included

  • Air Tickets other than those indicated in the above tour price
  • Air ticket and Airport Taxes, fuel surcharges, excess baggage on any flight, vaccination costs, passport or visa fees (except for Jordan)
  • Any other meals or sightseeing not specified in the itinerary
  • Porterage at airport/hotels in Jordan, Photography fees at any sites, churches, museums
  • Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone and other communication charges, gratuities or tips to guides/drivers, travel insurance
  • Any items not specifically mentioned as being included

How to Book

Space in this Adventure Associates in-house tour is limited to allow for ease of movement for an in-depth smaller group experience. To ensure your place on this exciting adventure, please contact us to reserve a place, then complete the Booking Form and return to us with your deposit. Reservations are established when you receive written confirmation and acceptance of the deposit and Booking Form.

Main Tour
Deposit required:$1,000 pp
Balance due:75 days prior to departure (3 July 2009)
If booking on or within
75 days of departure:
full payment must be made

Travel insurance is strongly recommended and Adventure Associates will be pleased to forward a selection of insurance proposal forms.

Cancellations

Written instructions only will be accepted by Adventure Associates to cancel a reservation. Cancellation charges are subject to regulations of airlines, coach and tour operators, hotels and any other Principals involved. If it is necessary to cancel your arrangements, the following cancellation fees will apply.

Main Tour
More than 120 days prior to departure$800 pp
Between 119-60 days prior to departure50% of tour cost pp
On or within 59 days prior to departureNo Refund
All cancellation fees will be strictly applied. If the cancellation charge is more than your advance payment you remain liable for the difference. For these and other reasons mentioned above you are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance. Once the tour has departed there will be no refund for any unused portions of the trip.
Falls
Early Booking Discount AU$250 per person for bookings deposited before 30 November 2008. Past tour or cruise passengers with Adventure Associates will be eligible for an AU$200 per person discount. The discount will also be made available to your travelling companion - only if you are booking and travelling together. Discounts are not combinable and apply to direct client bookings only.
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Group tour costs shown are per person, quoted in Australian Dollars and are subject to change due to exchange rate variations and other factors. Please check with us at the time of booking.
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