DAILY TOURS ISTANBUL – TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. Contract Agreement

1.1 Booking Parties
All bookings are made with Manolya Tours Turizm Sanayi ve Tic. Ltd. Şti. (L.L.C.), trading as Manolya Tour (hereinafter referred to as "we," "us," or "Manolya Tours"). is a registered trademark operated by Manolya Tours.

1.2 Acceptance of Terms
By booking a product with us, you (the "Client") acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Booking Terms & Conditions, which constitute the entire agreement between you and Manolya Tours. The services provided are those specified in your booking confirmation/invoice.

1.3 Definitions

  • "Client": All persons named on the booking form intending to travel with Manolya Tours.
  • "Product": Any service sold by Manolya Tours (e.g., tours, transfers, accommodations).
  • "Contract": Formed upon written confirmation of your booking by Manolya Tours.

1.4 Authority to Book
The person submitting the booking form (online or in hard copy) warrants that they have full authority to do so on behalf of all listed travelers and confirms that all parties are aware of and accept these terms.

1.5 Booking Refusal
We reserve the right to decline any booking at our discretion without obligation to provide justification.


2. Pricing & Payment Policy

2.1 Price Adjustments
Before confirmation, prices may change due to factors beyond our control, including:

  • Government-imposed taxes/fees
  • Transportation cost increases (flights, fuel surcharges)
  • Exchange rate fluctuations
  • Admission fee adjustments

2.2 Payment Methods

  • Bank Transfers: Must cover the full published amount.
  • Credit Cards: Accepted in TRY, USD, or EUR. The final charge in your local currency will be determined by the Turkish Central Bank’s exchange rate (www.tcmb.gov.tr) at the time of transaction.
  • Client Responsibility: Any bank fees or exchange rate discrepancies are the Client’s responsibility.

2.3 Discounts & Promotions

  • Discounts applied at booking are final.
  • No retroactive discounts apply. Canceling to rebook at a lower price incurs standard cancellation fees.

3. Deposits & Final Payments

3.1 Group Tours, FIT & Private Tours

  • 25% deposit required within 7 days of booking.
  • Full payment due 42 days before departure.
  • Bookings within 42 days of departure require full payment immediately.

3.2 Gulet Cruises

  • Non-refundable 25% deposit within 7 days of booking.
  • Full payment due 60 days before departure.

3.3 Accommodations & Day Tours (<€500/USD 500)

  • Full payment required within 7 days of booking.

3.4 Child Discounts

  • Ages 6–12: 25% discount
  • Ages 3–5.99: 50% discount
  • Ages 0–1.99: Free (except flights)
  • No double discounts. Highest applicable discount applied automatically.
  • Minors (under 18) must travel with a parent/legal guardian.

4. Airport Transfers

4.1 Included Transfers

  • Available only on the first/last day of the tour.
  • Pre-tour hotel bookings extend transfer eligibility to the check-in date.

4.2 Flight Details

  • Full flight details (arrival time, flight number, airline) must be provided at least 48 hours prior to arrival.
  • Failure to provide details may void transfer entitlement.

4.3 Transfer Limitations

  • Only applicable to tour-specified hotels.

5. Luggage Allowance

  • Domestic flights in Türkiye: 15 kg checked + 8 kg cabin baggage.
  • Excess baggage fees are the Client’s responsibility.
  • Upgrades available online or at the airport.

6. Free Time & Liability

  • "Free time" is provided for personal exploration.
  • No refunds for unused free time.
  • Manolya Tours is not liable for accidents, injuries, or losses during free time.

7. Inclusions & Exclusions

Included

  • Accommodations, transport, and attractions listed in the "Included" section of your itinerary.

Not Included

  • Airfare (unless specified), visas, insurance, personal expenses, meals not listed, tips, etc.

8. Guaranteed vs. Minimum Departures

  • Guaranteed Departures: Operate as scheduled unless force majeure (war, natural disasters, etc.) intervenes.
  • Minimum Departures: Require a set number of participants. If unmet, alternatives or refunds will be offered.

9. Cancellations & Amendments

9.1 Cancellation Fees

Days Before Departure Group/FIT/Private Tours Day Tours/Transfers Gulet Cruises
45+ days Deposit forfeited Free cancellation 60+ days: Deposit forfeited
44–31 days 30% of total cost Free cancellation 60–31 days: 30%
30–17 days 50% of total cost Free cancellation 30–16 days: 50%
16–3 days 100% of total cost Free cancellation 15–0 days: 100%
2–0 days 100% of total cost 100% of total cost

9.2 Amendments

  • First change: Free.
  • Subsequent changes: €50 admin fee per amendment.
  • No guarantee on requested changes.

9.3 Refunds

  • No refunds for partially used tours or discounted bookings.
  • Bank fees for refunds are Client’s responsibility.

10. Force Majeure & Changes by Manolya Tours

  • We may cancel/modify tours due to unforeseen circumstances (natural disasters, political unrest, etc.).
  • Compensation: Refund or alternative tour of comparable value.

11. Travel Documentation & Insurance

  • Client’s responsibility: Valid passport, visas, vaccinations.
  • Mandatory travel insurance covering medical, cancellation, and personal liability. Proof required on Day 1.

12. Liability & Conduct

  • Adventure activities involve inherent risks—clients participate at their own discretion.
  • Exclusion from tours: We reserve the right to remove clients for unsafe behavior, with no refunds.

13. Complaints & Disputes

  • Complaints must be raised immediately during the tour.
  • Written complaints must be submitted within 15 days of tour completion.
  • Jurisdiction: Turkish law governs all disputes.

14. Updates to Terms

  • Manolya Tours may update these terms at any time.
  • Latest version available at: www.manolyatour.com

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