We accept checks, money orders, Visa, MasterCard, Discover/Novus, and American Express. Your payment is not deemed made until it is received by Globus.

A non-refundable deposit of $200 per vacation per person ($500 on vacations SPE, SPY, ISQB/A, ISCB/A) is required for us to reserve space for you. For group reservations, travel agents should refer to the Group Policy Booklet, which may be requested. Final payment is due 45 days (90 days for River Cruises, 99 days for vacations SPE, SPY, ISQB/A, ISCB/A, and 65 days for vacations CD/CDE, CDG/CDGE, CKI/CKIE, CKX/CKXE, CZ/CZE, CZG/CZGE) prior to commencement of services. If we do not receive final payment by this date, we reserve the right to cancel the reservation. In the case of billing errors, we reserve the right to reinvoice with correct pricing. Payment in full is required at time of booking for reservations made less than 45 days (90 days for River Cruises, 99 days for vacations SPE, SPY, ISQB/A, ISCB/A, and 65 days for vacations CD/CDE, CDG/CDGE, CKI/CKIE, CKX/CKXE, CZ/CZE, CZG/CZGE) before departure. In order to secure booked space, your Travel Agent should advise Globus of your credit card number when phoning in your reservation.

Acceptance on the vacation is subject to presentation of the Globus Traveler Certificate.

If cancellation is received by Globus more than 45 days (more than 90 days for river cruises, 99 days for vacations SPE, SPY, ISQB/A, ISCB/A, and 65 days for vacations CD/CDE, CDG/CDGE, CKI/CKIE, CKX/CKXE, CZ/CZE, CZG/CZGE) prior to commencement of services, your deposit will be retained. For individual reservations, the following per person cancellation fees apply. Total price does not include discounts, promotions or special incentives. (For group reservations, refer to the Group Policy Booklet.)

45-22 days prior to commencement of services: 20% of total price 21-8 days prior to commencement of services: 30% of total price 7-1 days prior to commencement of services: 50% of total price On departure day and later: 100% of total price.

90-60 days prior to commencement of services: 35% of total price
59-30 days prior to commencement of services: 50% of total price
29-1 days prior to commencement of services: 80% of total price
On departure day and later: 100% of total price

98-65 days prior to the commencement of services: 30% of total price
64 days to departure or later: 100% of total price

65-47 days prior to the commencement of services: 50% of total price
46 days or later to departure: 100% of total price

46 days prior to the commencement of services: $200 per person
45-30 days prior to the commencement of services: 20% of total price
29-15 days prior to the commencement of services: 50% of total price
14-0 days prior to the commencement of services: 100% of total price

Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including accommodations, independently supplied services and optional excursions, reserved prior to, during and after the tour.

If flight changes, including flight cancellations, are requested, revision fees or airline cancellation fees will apply. If an air-inclusive vacation is canceled after air tickets have been issued, refunds will be processed after air tickets are returned to Globus.

Globus reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any vacation departure. If cancellation is made prior to departure, the only responsibility of Globus will be to refund to the passenger the amount we have received for the reservation. We will try to re-book the same vacation with a different departure date, or a similar vacation. Where Globus has confirmed flights, we will try to confirm air seats for the selected new dates, subject to availability. Globus cannot assume responsibility for any additional costs or any fees relating to the issuance and/or cancellation of air tickets or other travel arrangements not made through Globus.

A fee of $30 per transaction will be charged for any alteration or revision made to a reservation. Airline penalties may also apply. A change of traveler name, vacation date or itinerary within 45 days (90 days for river cruises, 99 days for vacations SPE, SPY, ISQB/A, ISCB/A, and 65 days for vacations CD/CDE, CDG/CDGE, CKI/CKIE, CKX/CKXE, CZ/CZE, CZG/CZGE) of commencement of services will be treated as a cancellation and new reservation; standard cancellation fees apply.

For the benefit of everyone on your vacation, Globus reserves the right to accept or reject any vacation participant, and to remove any participant whose conduct is deemed incompatible with the interests of the other participants.

You must report any disability requiring special attention to Globus at the time the reservation is made. Globus will make reasonable attempts to accommodate the special needs of disabled travelers, but is not responsible in the event it is unable to do so, nor is it responsible for any denial of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers. Be aware that outside the U.S. the Americans with Disabilities Act is not applicable and facilities for disabled individuals are limited. Most transportation services, including the touring motorcoach, are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a vacation participant for walking, dining, getting on and off motorcoaches and other vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified and physically able companion must accompany travelers who need such assistance, and must assume full responsibility for their well being. Motorized scooters are unsuitable for Globus vacations.

River cruise ships do not have elevators. Cabin doors and restrooms are not wide enough to allow access by standard wheelchairs, and bathrooms and other doorways may be fitted with coamings. For safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on ramps in ports where the ship is at anchor.

Travelers who are less than 18 years old on the departure date must be accompanied by an adult. Children receive a 10% discount on the land price; there is no discount on river cruises. We do not accept children who are less than eight years old except on our Monograms Independent Vacations where there is no age restriction: land arrangements for infants under two are free of charge, providing parents pay directly to the hotels for food, crib, etc. For any special requirements regarding airline tickets for children, contact your airlines directly.

For driving vacations, children under 12 sharing a room with two adults will receive a 40% discount on the land price based on twin accommodations. The land price does not include transportation.

Due to heightened security, many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a child will be traveling with adults other than the parents or with only one parent, it is recommended that a notarized letter be written by the parents or non-traveling parent granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel. We suggest that you also contact the appropriate consulate and airlines because they may have additional requirements.

Smoking is not allowed on transportation that is exclusively provided by Globus. On European river cruise ships, smoking is allowed only on the vessels' Sky Deck. On China River Cruise Ships, smoking is allowed on the outside decks and may be allowed in a small area in the Yangtze lounge.

All vacation prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) known at the time of publication and expected to be in effect at the time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Globus has received your deposit for any vacation departing in 2008, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost increases are at our expense, not including surcharges and any government tax increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation prices are guaranteed when we receive full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions are listed where applicable.

For vacations requiring visas for U.S. citizens, detailed visa information will be mailed or faxed. You are responsible for obtaining and payment for all visas and entry documents, and for meeting all health and other requirements and any documents required by laws, regulations, orders and/or requirements of the countries to be visited. Multiple-entry visas are required for some vacations. Non-U.S. citizens must consult with appropriate consulates to determine if any visas are needed and are responsible for obtaining all visas and entry documents. All passengers traveling internationally are required to have a passport. Most countries require that the passport be valid for at least six (6) months beyond the conclusion of your trip.

The accommodations listed on the Web site are intended to be used on all departures; however, if a change becomes necessary for any reason, the accommodations substituted will be equivalent in standard to those shown. Every effort is made to reserve only twin-bedded rooms. It may occasionally happen that an accommodation provides some double-bedded rooms instead. These rooms will be allocated to couples.

Please note that accommodation check-in times vary worldwide.

In exceptional cases where private bath or single rooms as reserved by us are not available, refunds will be made by the tour director or local host. Claims made in this respect cannot be accepted after the vacation is completed. One tours including rail journeys, single compartments do not have private bath facilities. These are available in each carriage.

Porterage for one suitcase is included in the vacation price. Airport porterage at the beginning and end of the vacation is not included. Due to limited coach capacity, this single bag should have dimensions not exceeding 30"x21"x11" and weight not exceeding 50 lbs. (22kg) or less if your air carrier has stricter weight/dimension limitations. We regret we are unable to accept a second suitcase or any luggage exceeding these limits. We recommend you consult your air carrier as size and weight limitations vary from airline to airline and even according to destination, and are becoming more restrictive. Globus is not responsible for additional fees imposed by air carriers. Regulations within most airports require that travelers handle their own luggage through customs.

Globus will supply each traveler (except on Monograms Independent Vacations) with a complimentary travel bag, which can serve as your carry-on bag. Should you prefer to take along a different bag, it should not exceed the dimensions of 12"x11"x6".

For safety reasons, wheeled carry-on bags are not suitable as hand luggage on motorcoaches and mini-buses.

No responsibility is accepted for loss of or damage to baggage or any of the traveler's belongings. Baggage insurance is recommended. See our Web site for an all-inclusive Travel Protection Plans.

These Terms and Conditions contain a summary of some of the rental conditions. For full, detailed conditions refer to the conditions schedule in the car rental agreement. To rent a car, drivers must be 21 years of age with a valid driver's license. A medical certificate stating that the customer is fit to drive the vehicle they have booked for the duration of the trip is required for drivers over the age of 75. Collision Damage Waiver Fees are not covered for the rental car for your vacation. You may ask them to be covered when picking up your vehicle. Car rental terms and conditions are subject to change but usually do not include gasoline, tolls, ferries, additional insurance, taxes, infant seat charges, or surcharges for additional drivers. Rental days are calculated on a 24-hour basis. Early return of the vehicle does not entitle you to any refund of the unused portion of the rental. Fees associated with rental exceptions and/or late car returns are not covered in the vacation package.

Travel documents, including any paper air tickets or e-ticket itineraries, are sent by regular ground delivery approximately two to three weeks prior to departure, provided full payment has been received. A $15 charge per reservation is added for documents requested in advance or for two-day delivery in the continental USA. Please indicate at the time of reservation whether you prefer regular ground delivery or two-day delivery. (Two-day delivery with related charges is required for reservations made within 45 days of commencement of services.)

Federal Inspection Fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigration; International Air Transportation Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes and fees; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour or cruise director, tour host, tour driver, local city guides, ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar; alcohol, beverages and food not on the regular table d'hôte menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal nature.

Please note that any request for refunds is subject to these terms and conditions; no refund can be made for unused services of less than 48 consecutive hours, for unused transportation where group activity tickets are involved, or for voluntary modifications made by the traveler. (No refunds can be made for any unused services on river cruises). Airport transfers are complimentary with air-inclusive bookings on qualifying flights. Customers not using the included transfer will not be given a cash equivalent or vacation price reduction.

If after returning from your vacation, you wish to inquire about any services provided, please ensure that all correspondence relating to those services is received by Globus, Traveler Services, Group Voyagers Inc. (see address below), within 60 days of the tour completion date. This will enable Globus to make a timely investigation.

During local or national holidays, certain facilities such as museums and restaurants, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited or not available. Alternatives will be offered whenever possible.

In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.

Avalon reserves the right to change the itinerary whenever conditions, in the opinion of the Master of the Ship or local waterways regulations, render it advisable or necessary. Globus will not be responsible for any loss or expense caused by reason of such changes.

Avalon reserves the right to cancel, advance or postpone any scheduled tour and/or sailing date and may, but is not obligated to, substitute another vessel and shall not be liable for any loss whatsoever to tour/cruise participants by reason of any such cancellation, advancement or postponement. In the event of cancellation by Avalon only, tour/cruise participants' only right of recourse shall be to a refund of monies paid to Avalon in connection with such tour/cruise. In the event of charters of the vessels, strikes, lockouts, riots or stoppage of labor for whatever cause or for any other reason whatsoever, Avalon may at any time cancel, advance or postpone any scheduled sailing and may, but is not obliged to, substitute another vessel and shall not be liable for any loss whatsoever to tour/cruise participants by reason of any such cancellation, advancement or postponement.

Please be aware that during your participation in vacations operated by Globus, certain risks and dangers may arise beyond our control including, but not limited to, the hazards of traveling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft or other means of transportation; the forces of nature, political unrest, acts of terrorism and accident or illness in remote regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. Globus will not have liability regarding provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered. It is understood that Globus will use its best efforts to ensure that adequate measures are taken.

Group Voyagers Inc. located at 5301 South Federal Circle, Littleton, Colorado 80123, is an independent company ("the Company") licensed to market and distribute travel products under the Globus brand name, and arrange for the vacation services offered on this Web site, including transportation, sightseeing, and accommodations through independent contracts.

The carriers, accommodations, and other suppliers providing services are independent contractors and are not agents, employees, or servants of, or joint ventures with, the Company or its affiliates. All certificates and other travel documents for services issued by the Company are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the supplier, and to the laws of the countries in which the services are supplied.

If, after departure, the services included in the vacation cannot be supplied, or there are changes in an itinerary for reasons beyond the control of the Company, the Company will arrange for the provision of comparable services. Any resulting additional expense will be payable by travelers and any resulting saving will be refunded by the Company to vacation participants.

The Company reserves the right to accept or reject any person as a vacation participant, to expel any participant from the vacation, to make changes in the itinerary whenever the Company deems it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of the participants, and to cancel a vacation at any time.

The vacation participant agrees that neither the Company nor its affiliates shall be liable for any damage, loss (including personal injury, death, and property loss) or expense occasioned by any act or omission of any supplier providing services, or any insurer or insurance administrator under the Travel Protection Plan, or of any other person.

Any dispute between the vacation participant and the Company directly or indirectly relating to the Terms and Conditions shall be first submitted to mediation at Denver, Colorado before a mediator mutually agreed to by the parties. If mediation is not successful, the dispute must be resolved by binding arbitration under Colorado law before the Judicial Arbiter Group or its successor located at 1601 Blake Street, Denver, Colorado 80202. The prevailing party shall be entitled to an award of costs and reasonable attorney's fees. Any action to enforce the arbitrator's decision shall be brought in the state or federal courts in the State of Colorado.

Arbitration against the Company must be commenced within one year following the date of tour completion. Neither the Company nor any affiliate shall in any case be liable for other than compensatory damages, and you hereby waive any right to punitive damages.

No person, other than an authorized representative of the Company, by a document in writing, is authorized to vary, add, or waive any term or condition on this Web site, including any term or condition set forth in the preceding provisions