Bali to Broome Total Solar Eclipse Cruise - TravelQuest International
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April 9 - 24, 2023

Bali to Broome Total Solar Eclipse Cruise

For most of us, Bali conjures up dreams of exotic escape from our everyday lives. But what if this jewel of the Java Sea was just the starting point for a journey even further beyond the ordinary? Imagine sailing on a luxury expedition ship to a remote island preserve of giant dragon lizards. Then venturing ashore on one of the world’s tiniest island nations — discovered by Europeans 500 years ago but still visited by few outsiders. And finally, as you sail toward the wild coast of Western A ...Show more

Highlights

  • Enjoy 16 days aboard Le Lapérouse, Ponant’s intimate and elegantly appointed 184-passenger expedition ship.
  • Visit Komodo National Park, home to the world’s largest living reptiles, exploring the island’s pristine mangrove environments.
  • Discover the intriguing and seldom visited island nation of Timor-Leste, with chances to view rock art dating back thousands of years.
  • Experience the 1-minute-12-second total solar eclipse on April 20, 2023 from one of the best viewing locations along the center line path.
  • Enjoy Zodiac outings and excursions ashore along Australia’s spectacular Kimberley Coast — including chances to witness unique tidal phenomena like the Horizontal Falls.
  • Expand your knowledge with lectures from Ponant’s expedition team and TravelQuest’s signature astronomy programming.
  • Arrive ahead of our sailing date and experience even more of the magical island of Bali.

After arriving according to your flight itinerary at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport (code: DPS), your TQ representative will arrange the transfer to Benoa Bay, where our luxury expedition ship Le Lapérouse is already alongside the wharf, ready for boarding. As you settle into your stateroom and then enjoy drinks and dinner onboard, the crew prepares to set sail eastward through the islands of the Indonesian archipelago.

 

DATE(S): Sunday, April 9, 2023

MEALS: Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

Komodo National Park was originally designed as a refuge for the famed Komodo dragons, the largest lizards on the planet. But the reserve also protects a rich marine ecosystem, offering superb snorkeling and diving opportunities. After heading ashore by Zodiac, you can swim over the island’s perimeter reef, marveling at the coral’s myriad colors, or simply relax and take in the peaceful beauty of this virtually uninhabited paradise. Designated a global priority protected area by both the World Wildlife Fund and Conservation International, the park lies in the Wallacea Region of Indonesia — named for 19th-century naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace, who identified the transition line between the major biological realms of Asia and Australia. (This was the same Wallace who developed, independently of Charles Darwin, an evolutionary theory of natural selection.)

DATE(S): Monday, April 10, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1989, the park is almost completely undeveloped; its 30 or so islands are home to only a few small fishing villages. And with one of the lowest annual rainfalls in Indonesia, it’s a perfect environment for the exotic wildlife that characterize the Wallacea region. Areas of dense monsoon forest open onto grassland savannah studded with spiny Ziziphus trees — the preferred habitat of the Komodo dragon. Join your expedition team and park rangers as we head off in search of the giant lizards, spotting unique flora and fauna along the trail.

DATE(S): Tuesday, April 11, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

As we sail the Flores Sea among the Lesser Sunda Islands, you can work out in the ship’s fitness centre or relax in the spa — or maybe take a dip in the swimming pool or enjoy some reading and sunbathing on deck. This day without a port of call is also your opportunity to enjoy a show or presentation, do some shopping in the ship’s boutique or get a few tips from the Ponant photographers onboard. And if you love the open sea, you can head to the upper deck to spot marine life and just admire the spectacle of wave upon wave stretching to the far horizons. In short, today is a welcome interlude weaving together luxury comforts, entertainment, and rest.

DATE(S): Wednesday, April 12, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

On the northern coast of the island of Timor, between the central mountains and the Ombai Strait, lies Dili; the quiet seaside city that was thrust into the role of national capital when Timor-Leste became an independent country in 2002. East Timor, as it was then known, declared its independence from Portugal in 1975 following 400 years of colonial rule. Within days, Indonesian forces had invaded Dili and annexed East Timor. During the long guerrilla war that followed, as many as 200,000 East Timorese lost their lives. Today, though, Dili shows no signs of that tumultuous history. The city has a laidback, small-town vibe with a distinctly Portuguese flavour — which our local guides are proud to share as they take you on a tour of historical and cultural sites.

DATE(S): Thursday, April 13, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

Journeying on to the eastern part of Timor-Leste, we discover its second largest town, Bacau. Set on a plateau overlooking the sea, this bustling market center has a more sedate old quarter filled with reminders of its Portuguese colonial past. Next, we follow a winding road down to the coast, where beautiful white-sand beaches stretch as far as the eye can see. It’s along this lightly traveled shore, in remote villages and sheltered coves, that you experience authentic Timorese life — from musicians in traditional handwoven garments welcoming their honored guests to villagers proudly sharing their culture through performances and artisanal crafts such as fabric dyeing and weaving. And, of course, you’ll have chances to enjoy more swimming and snorkeling in the clear blue waters.

DATE(S): Friday, April 14, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

Today the focus onboard is our astronomical program while everyone prepares for the April 20th eclipse. As always, you’re welcome to enjoy the ship’s many amenities — or just stroll the deck spotting marine life and taking in vistas of the endlessly changing sea.

DATE(S): Saturday, April 15, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

Wyndham is the northernmost town in Western Australia and the gateway to the Kimberley Coast. Surrounded by massive landforms, deep river valleys and wildlife-filled wetlands; it’s the ideal starting point for exploring the Ord River and beautiful Argyle Lake (one of the world’s largest human-made reservoirs), as well as Purnululu National Park, with its untouched wilderness overlooked by the Bungle Bungle range. Choose one of three guided tours to venture deeper into this untamed territory.

DATE(S): Sunday, April 16, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

The Kimberley region is one of the last great wilderness areas — larger than three-quarters of the world’s countries — and a spectacular natural asset for a nation that boasts many. At 424,517 sq km (163,907 sq mi), it’s roughly equivalent in size to California, yet this vast area is only traversed by a single paved road. Our excursions ashore are true expeditions, with each day’s activities determined by the ship’s captain and your TravelQuest expedition leader after looking at weather, the tides and sea conditions. You’ll find details below on the various destinations we may visit during our time on the Kimberley Coast.

 

Exploring the Kimberley Coast

 

King George River and Falls

The journey up the deep rock valley carved out by the King George River is breathtaking. The gorge’s 80 m (260 ft) sandstone walls display varying degrees of weathering, and the colors and textures change constantly as you travel upriver. The culmination of this unfolding spectacle is your arrival at the famed twin falls of the King George, the highest single-drop cascade in the Kimberley region. Your expedition team takes you by Zodiac to the foot of the falls as our guides explain the fascinating geology of the surrounding canyon.

 

Swift Bay

The Bonaparte Archipelago is a maze of islands, peninsulas, bays and rivers along a remote stretch of the Kimberley Coast. Among the highlights of this remarkably pristine area is Swift Bay (named for Jonathan Swift, the author of Gulliver’s Travels), a T-shaped inlet with steep walls of dramatically fractured sandstone. The bay has been a place of refuge for millennia. Hidden among its many rock shelters are superb examples of art by the early Wandjina people, some dating back several thousand years. Your expedition team arranges an expert-guided walk to several of these extraordinary rock art galleries.

 

Mitchell Plateau and Falls

The Mitchell Plateau is one of the most scenic and ecologically significant areas of Australia. Small patches of rainforest grow around its margins, where they thrive in the wet conditions created by runoff. Cutting across the plateau is the Mitchell River, which has etched steep gorges into the sandstone and spills over the plateau’s edge in several waterfalls. The most celebrated is four-tiered Mitchell Falls, which flows year-round over a series of massive stone steps.

 

Montgomery Reef and Collier Bay

The tidal movements along the Kimberley Coast are among the most dramatic on the planet, and Montgomery Reef is a showcase for their effects. As the tide drops, a torrent of water is drawn away from shore and the entire reef appears to rise from the sea. Covering nearly 400 sq km (about 150 sq mi), it is Australia’s largest inshore reef, comprising shallow lagoons, extensive seagrass beds and multi-hued corals. Your expedition team guides you (tidal conditions permitting) through the exposed reef system to see its mini-waterfalls and fascinating marine life up close.

 

Horizontal Falls, Talbot Bay

Described by Sir David Attenborough as “one of the greatest wonders of the natural world,” the Horizontal Falls are created when the tide in Talbot Bay pushes through two successive narrow gaps, just a few hundred metres apart, in the coastal McLarty Range. When the water builds up faster on one side of the gap than the other, it forms a fast-moving, whitecapped wave up to 4 m (13 ft) high. Our Zodiac excursion is timed to coincide (when possible) with the greatest tidal movement through the gaps — though the volume naturally depends on changing daily conditions.

 

The Lacepede Islands

The Lacepede Islands are Western Australia’s most important breeding habitat for green sea turtles. The chain of four islands has also been designated a globally important bird area by BirdLife International. The Lacepedes’ colony of brown boobies, for example, is possibly the largest in the world; naturalists have also recorded up to 20,000 roseate terns here. Other bird species breeding in the islands include masked boobies; Australian pelicans; lesser frigatebirds; Eastern reef egrets; silver gulls; crested, lesser crested and bridled terns; common noddies; and pied and sooty oystercatchers. While landings are prohibited to protect the sensitive environment, your expedition team takes you in close by Zodiac to view the incredible profusion of birdlife.

 

TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE DAY – THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2023

Everyone is up early this morning as the ship nears our carefully chosen spot in the Timor Sea and we prepare to view the total solar eclipse. It’s an experience you’ll never forget — and we’ll mark it appropriately with a celebration on deck!

Centerline viewing site in the Timor Sea: 14°50’S, 120°52’E

Duration of totality: 1 minute, 12 seconds

 

2023 Eclipse Weather Prospects on the Timor Sea
By TQ eclipse meteorologist Jay Anderson

The Timor Sea is a very good location from which to watch a solar eclipse. April comes on the heels of the wet season, when precipitation and cloud cover are descending from their February maximums. The dry season is on its way. Satellite observations reveal that average cloudiness is less than 40% over much of the sea; in more southerly parts, it sinks still further, to only 25%. Even more enticing, the largest part of this meagre cloud cover comes from small cumulus buildups — cloud formations that are easily avoided on a ship. Archived satellite images since 2000 show that a shipboard position in the central Timor Sea would have been able to view an April 20 eclipse on all but one of those years — among the most promising records in eclipse-viewing annals.

 

DATE(S): Monday-Sunday, April 17-23, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner daily

ACCOMMODATION: Ponant cruise ship Le Lapérouse

Broome, “the pearl of Northwest Australia,” is the gateway to the Kimberley Coast wilderness and a destination in its own right, thanks to the magnificent white sands of Cable Beach. You awake to views of the charming resort town this morning, as Le Lapérouse is already moored alongside the wharf. After a final breakfast onboard, it’s time to exchange farewells before disembarking and heading to the airport (airport code BME) for your flight homeward — or on to further adventures in Australasia.

DATE(S): Monday, April 24, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast

Optional Add-ons

For guests who would prefer to arrive in Bali a little ahead of our eclipse cruise, we’ve created a unique three-day experience that immerses you in the natural beauty and vibrant culture of this magical Island. It’s an ideal way to leave jet lag behind and get into the spirit of your TravelQuest adventure.


Day 1 – Arrive Bali, Indonesia

You’re met at Bali’s Denpasar Airport (code: DPS) by our local TravelQuest representative, who arranges the quick transfer to our well-situated resort hotel. Spend the rest of the day relaxing, exploring the grounds and enjoying your first taste of Balinese cuisine.

DATE(S): Friday, April 7, 2023

MEALS: No meals

ACCOMMODATIONS: The Apurva Kempinski Bali


Day 2 – Balinese Landscapes and Culture

Sebatu Gunung Kawi Temple

After breakfast, we make the hour-long journey by private coach to Gunung Kawi Sebatu, an 11th-century temple complex devoted to the goddess Wisnu, preserver of the universe. It’s a remarkable site, with a series of rock-cut shrines built above a natural spring and surrounded by ponds filled with blooming lotuses. After donning pilgrims’ garb – sarongs for men, scarves for women – we’re greeted by young Balinese performing the Panyembrana, or Dance of Welcome, and then ushered into a purification ceremony led by the high priest. Take time to explore the complex on your own, including the spring-fed inner pool and the floating pavilion.

Setia Darma Mask and Puppet House

Our journey then winds upward to Gunung Batur, an active volcano rising 1,717 m (5,600 ft) above the forested hills – designated by UNESCO as a geologically significant Global Geopark. Nearby Batur Purba was originally over 3,000 m (9,800 ft) before it erupted some 29,000 years ago, creating a massive caldera that has since filled with rainwater to form Batur Lake. After lunch and a stroll to take in spectacular lakeside and mountain views, we begin our descent for the journey homeward. En route, enjoy a visit to the Setia Dharma Mask Museum, a beautiful cluster of houses and gardens that features 7,000 masks, puppets and other artifacts from Indonesia and Southeast Asia. In honor of our visit, we’re treated to a performance of the sacred dances of Barong and Keris, which bring to life tales of lions with supernatural powers protecting humans in the eternal battle between good and evil spirits. It’s a spectacle whose evocative power stays with you as we journey on to our hotel – where you can relax after a fascinating day, enjoying dinner on your own.

DATE(S): Saturday, April 8, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast / Lunch

ACCOMMODATIONS: The Apurva Kempinski Bali


Day 3 – Relaxing at the Resort / Cruise Ship Boarding

After breakfast, spend a free morning in the resort and environs, doing as much or as little as you wish. Then in early afternoon, it’s an easy transfer to Benoa Bay, where you’re welcomed aboard Le Lapérouse to begin your extraordinary eclipse cruise.

DATE(S): Sunday, April 9, 2023

MEALS: Breakfast

ACCOMMODATIONS: n/a


Pricing

Price: $ 1,340 per person, double occupancy; $1,815 for single occupancy.

  • Add-on package includes: two nights’ accommodation at The Apurva Kempinski Bali plus all meals, activities and transportation (including transfers) as noted in the itinerary.
  • Not included: inbound airfare to Bali, plus any services, meals or items of a personal nature not mentioned in the itinerary.

Payment is due by bank wire or check with your final payment for the Bali to Broome Total Solar Eclipse Cruise. All payments become non-refundable 120 days prior to departure.

TRIP LEVEL

Easy/Moderate: Short to medium walks on your own over terrain that may be wet, muddy, rocky, uneven and/or hilly, in generally easy to rugged travel conditions. Possible wet shore landings from inflatable Zodiac boats.

At TravelQuest, we want to be sure you find the trip that best suits your interests and level of fitness. Please email or call if you have any questions regarding the itinerary.

 

Le Lapérouse - Welcome!

Le Lapérouse

Ponant luxury expedition ship

Intimately scaled and technologically advanced, Ponant’s Le Lapérouse offers a distinctive cruise experience that balances elegant comfort with environmental sensitivity. The ship’s lounges are largely open to the ocean vistas and breezes — and the unique Blue Eye Lounge offers incomparable views of another world below the waterline. Sailing under the French flag with one of the world’s most admired cruise lines, you’ll enjoy the chic ambiance and five-star service of a great luxury ship while gaining access to islands and coastlines that only a nimble expedition vessel can reach. 

Le Lapérouse at a Glance

  • 92 outside staterooms and suites, all with private balconies
  • Up to 184 passengers
  • 118 crew members
  • Length: 131 m (430 ft)
  • Beam: 18 m (59 ft)
  • Draft: 5 m (15 ft)
  • Gross tonnage: 9,976 UMS
  • Cruising speed: 12.5 knots
  • Elevators to all decks
  • French flag

Your stateroom

The 92 cabins and suites of Le Lapérouse all have private balconies and terraces offering magnificent views to the distant horizons. Tastefully decorated, combining muted tones with generous natural light, your stateroom epitomizes Ponant’s dedication to ensuring absolute comfort and a completely relaxing voyage.

 

Deck Plan & Cabin Details

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Download Cabin Descriptions

Evenings to savor

In late afternoon, after a day of sailing and/or exploring ashore, settle back and enjoy another beautiful sunset accompanied by piano melodies and your choice of aperitif — including a new featured cocktail daily. Then it’s on to the dining room for a great meal created by the chefs in the grand tradition of French cuisine.

 

Relaxing ambiance

Aboard Le Lapérouse, look forward to unwinding in a sophisticated and warmly welcoming atmosphere. The ship’s lounges and other public areas are artfully designed down to the smallest detail — the perfect setting for enjoying the company of other passengers or reflecting on your own.  

 

Protecting the environment

Ponant, after carrying out rigorous environmental impact studies, has implemented a range of measures designed to decrease its footprint, from ending the use of heavy fuel oil to eliminating single-use plastics. As we explore sensitive areas like Komodo, Timor-Leste and the Kimberley Coast, we do so carefully and thoughtfully, reinforcing the fundamental respect for nature that defines TravelQuest.  

 

Your health and safety

Onboard ship and on our excursions ashore, your safety and well-being are always top priorities. Ponant upholds strict safety measures throughout our voyage, and the ship’s crew includes professional medical staff to assist with any health concerns.

Le Lapérouse

Ponant luxury expedition ship

Intimately scaled and technologically advanced, Ponant’s Le Lapérouse offers a distinctive cruise experience that balances elegant comfort with environmental sensitivity. The ship’s lounges are largely open to the ocean vistas and breezes — and the unique Blue Eye Lounge offers incomparable views of another world below the waterline. Sailing under the French flag with one of the world’s most admired cruise lines, you’ll enjoy the chic ambiance and five-star service of a great luxury ship while gaining access to islands and coastlines that only a nimble expedition vessel can reach. 

Le Lapérouse at a Glance

  • 92 outside staterooms and suites, all with private balconies
  • Up to 184 passengers
  • 118 crew members
  • Length: 131 m (430 ft)
  • Beam: 18 m (59 ft)
  • Draft: 5 m (15 ft)
  • Gross tonnage: 9,976 UMS
  • Cruising speed: 12.5 knots
  • Elevators to all decks
  • French flag

Your stateroom

The 92 cabins and suites of Le Lapérouse all have private balconies and terraces offering magnificent views to the distant horizons. Tastefully decorated, combining muted tones with generous natural light, your stateroom epitomizes Ponant’s dedication to ensuring absolute comfort and a completely relaxing voyage.

 

Deck Plan & Cabin Details

Download Deck Plan

Download Cabin Descriptions

Evenings to savor

In late afternoon, after a day of sailing and/or exploring ashore, settle back and enjoy another beautiful sunset accompanied by piano melodies and your choice of aperitif — including a new featured cocktail daily. Then it’s on to the dining room for a great meal created by the chefs in the grand tradition of French cuisine.

 

Relaxing ambiance

Aboard Le Lapérouse, look forward to unwinding in a sophisticated and warmly welcoming atmosphere. The ship’s lounges and other public areas are artfully designed down to the smallest detail — the perfect setting for enjoying the company of other passengers or reflecting on your own.  

 

Protecting the environment

Ponant, after carrying out rigorous environmental impact studies, has implemented a range of measures designed to decrease its footprint, from ending the use of heavy fuel oil to eliminating single-use plastics. As we explore sensitive areas like Komodo, Timor-Leste and the Kimberley Coast, we do so carefully and thoughtfully, reinforcing the fundamental respect for nature that defines TravelQuest.  

 

Your health and safety

Onboard ship and on our excursions ashore, your safety and well-being are always top priorities. Ponant upholds strict safety measures throughout our voyage, and the ship’s crew includes professional medical staff to assist with any health concerns.

Prices are per person in US Dollars based on two people in a room.

Deluxe Stateroom

Brochure price

$20,130

EARLY BOOKING

$14,830
Prestige – Deck 4

Brochure price

$22,300

EARLY BOOKING

$16,360
Prestige – Deck 5

Brochure price

$23,420

EARLY BOOKING

$17,130
Prestige – Deck 6

Brochure price

$24,740

EARLY BOOKING

$18,050
Deluxe Suite

Brochure price

$34,380

EARLY BOOKING

$24,800
Prestige Suite – Deck 5

Brochure price

$46,440

EARLY BOOKING

$33,240
Prestige Suite – Deck 6

Brochure price

$48,860

EARLY BOOKING

$34,940
Privilege Suite

Brochure price

$51,270

EARLY BOOKING

$36,620
Grand Deluxe Suite

Brochure price

$56,310

EARLY BOOKING

$40,150
Owner Suite

Brochure price

$59,150

EARLY BOOKING

$59,150

IMPORTANT:

  • All tour prices, taxes and airfares quoted in this brochure are based on tariffs, currency exchange rates and costs that were in effect at the time of publication. Consequently, prices herein are subject to change. Due to fluctuations in global oil prices, a fuel surcharge may be added to your tour fee. You will be advised of details and costs prior to departure.
  • TravelQuest, working with our partners, makes every effort to follow the published itinerary. However, please keep in mind that it is subject to change depending on weather and other local conditions.
  • It is important to acknowledge that seeing the total solar eclipse is Sun and weather dependent, and TravelQuest can make no guarantees that the Sun and weather will cooperate.

Single Occupancy

A very limited number of guaranteed single accommodations (Deluxe Stateroom, Prestige Decks 4 and 5 only) are available. These single accommodations are available at 150% of the double occupancy rate. Once sold out all remaining single occupancy requests will be sold at 200% of the double occupancy rate.

Room Sharing Program

If you are traveling solo, you can realize significant savings by taking advantage of TravelQuest's Room Sharing Program, which matches travelers of the same gender so they can share twin-bedded accommodations. Although we will do our best to fulfill your request, if we cannot find a match, you will have to pay the single occupancy price.

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Includes

  • 16-days accommodation aboard the intimate 184-passenger Le Lapérouse
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers to and from the ship per the dates of the cruise.
  • All meals aboard ship beginning with dinner on day 1, including 24-hour room service
  • Open bar the duration of the cruise, including a wide selection of drinks including mineral water, soft drinks, wine, beer, spirits, coffee & tea). Certain premium alcoholic beverages on the menu may not be included in the open bar program
  • All shipboard entertainment featuring expedition enrichment program and TravelQuest astronomy lecture program
  • All onboard gratuities
  • All port, safety & park fees
  • Free WiFi internet access 24 hours a day, where available
  • Pier to ship/ship to pier baggage handling
  • Excursions and Zodiac transfers throughout the cruise led by the ship's highly-qualified Expedition Team. 

Not Included

  • Air transportation to Bali, Indonesia (airport code: DPS) and from Broome, Australia (BME)
  • Luggage handling at airports
  • Items of a personal nature, including spa, hair salon, laundry services and select premium beverages, etc.
  • Any passport & visa fees, along with any required immunizations
  • Highly recommended Travel Insurance/Trip Cancellation Insurance
  • Optional Kimberly excursions with limited availability. Details to be provided in Fall 2022.
  • Pre-tour extension in Bali

Payments & Terms

  1. An advance payment of $2500 USD per person along with the completed reservation form, are required to secure your reservation.
  2. A second advance payment equal to 45% of your invoice total, payable by check or bank wire only, is due June 17, 2022.
  3. A third advance payment of $2600 per person, payable by check or bank wire only, is due September 16, 2022.
  4. Final payment, payable by check or bank wire only, is due by December 16, 2022.

Cancellation Terms

  • Cancellations must be submitted in writing, by email, fax or letter.
  • All advance payments, less a $1200 USD per person fee, are refundable until June 16, 2022.
  • From June 17 to August 17, 2022, all advance payments, less a $2750 USD per person service fee, are refundable.
  • There are no refunds after August 17, 2022.
  • Air cancellation terms are additional.

TRAVELER HEALTH

We at TQ want to be sure you find the trip that best suits your interests and level of fitness. Prior to submitting their booking, it is the responsibility of each traveler on the booking to thoroughly read the itinerary, acquire and understand all pertinent medical advice to determine whether or not they are of an appropriate physical and healthy state to undertake the trip. At minimum, participants must be able to climb into and out of buses, vans, trains and boats without assistance, keep up with the pace of the trip, and carry their own luggage. If you have any questions about your trip’s itinerary or its level of difficulty, please contact us prior to booking.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel insurance protects you from unexpected “what ifs” on your travels: What if your bags go missing? What if you have to cancel? What if you need medical assistance? At TravelQuest International, we highly recommend that you purchase a travel protection plan to help secure you and your trip investment against the unexpected. You can purchase this insurance on your own or contact our friends at Travelex, who are familiar with our trips and offer a selection of coverage options to suit your needs. To be eligible for the waiver of pre-existing medical condition exclusion, Travelex plans must be purchased within 15 days from the time you make your initial deposit to TravelQuest. ALL Travelex policies must be purchased at least 3 weeks (21 days) prior to your departure date.

For more information on these plans or to enroll, click on the link below or contact TravelEx Insurance Services direct at 1-800-228-9792, and reference location number 03-6043.

TravelEx Insurance

 

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