General Details
Accommodation:
23 aesthetically designed twin and double cabins as below: 2 Suites with balcony 283.2 sq ft (includes the cabin, bathroom and the balcony) 9 Superior cabins with balcony I Deck Cabin: 206 sq. ft (includes the cabin, bathroom and the balcony) I Deck Cabin: Room 109 & 110: 230 sq. ft (includes the cabin, bathroom and the balcony) 12 Superior cabins without balcony II Deck Cabin: 150 sq.ft. (includes the cabin & bathroom) CABIN FEATURES: All cabins incorporate satellite TV, personal safe, mini bar, in-house telephone and attached bathrooms. AIR CONDITIONING: All the cabins and the restaurant/lounge are centrally air-conditioned.
Cruise:
The Brahmaputra in Assam spans from 3 to 40 kilometers across (2-25 miles), flowing under the shadows of the eastern Himalayas with mountains reaching a height of over 7400 meters (24,278 feet). The area along the river is a true natural history paradise. Here you find over 850 different species of birds, fresh water dolphins, and four national parks with abundant elephants, single-horned rhinos, and wild buffalo. Perhaps most fascinating to the visitor, are the over 40 different tribal cultures found in the region. Other attractions are Buddhist monasteries and Hindu Gurukuls, teaching in an education style of over 5,000 years. The architecture of the temples of Assam, built in traditional Indian and Thai styles, showcases the artistic talents of the local people. The brilliant greens of the terraced rice paddies and the lush tea plantations will have you marveling at this little-known paradise.
Crew:
The ship's complement consists of 30 staff including: Captain/Master Cruise Director Marine Engineer Guide/Naturalist Hospitality Manager Navigational Crew Hospitality Crew
Entertainment:
In the evenings there are local tribal dances or guest lectures. Recreational facilities onboard include: A well-stocked library. Various board games. Swimming pool on the first deck. Spa and Salon on the lower deck. Sun deck. DINING: Our chefs prepare local/Indian and Continental cuisine menus using locally sourced ingredients. All meals inclusive of tea and coffee served in the main indoor dining restaurant. Given advance notice, all dietary requirements can be catered for, along with the guest preferred alcoholic beverages. SHORE VISITS: Two excursion tenders ferry guests safely to and from the vessel under the supervision of a Senior Officer. All shore excursions are escorted. CURRENCY ONBOARD: Indian Rupees and Credit Cards – American Express, Visa and MasterCard only. PASSENGER LIFT: One passenger lift between lower deck and the second deck. The sun deck is served by an external staircase. SMOKING: Permitted in OPEN AREAS only. CHILDREN: It is recommended that children above the age of six years be booked as passengers. They would be the sole responsibility of the parents/guardians and must never be left unattended. NIGHT CRUISING: All cruising takes place between 6.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. There will be no night cruising. KEEPING IN TOUCH: Due to the remoteness of some of the areas being visited, cell phone usage may be limited to 50%. On-board internet and phone facilities will be available in the lobby area wherever the connectivity is available. IMPORTED ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, LAUNDRY, MASSAGES, SALON AND PHONE CALLS/INTERNET (WHEN AVAILABLE): are extra and subject to additional charges.
Inclusion
- Accommodation on twin sharing basis on full board plan.
- All Entrance fees at the Monuments and National Parks as per the itinerary.
- 1 Glass of Domestic wine/beer with Farewell and Welcome dinners.
- All excursions/lectures/performances and activities as per the itinerary.
- Services of English speaking Naturalist/ Destination Manager during sightseeing at all the places as per the itinerary.
- Assistance on all Arrival & Departure transfers with Representative at the airport and Land transport by Air-Conditioned vehicles (Air-conditioned vehicles at Majuli Island are subject to availability).
Exclusion
- Expense of personal nature like laundry, telephone/fax calls, internet, imported wines & spirits, camera/video camera fee at monuments/National Park, medical expenses, Salon/massages, airport departure tax etc.
- Any Insurance.
- Any further tax levied by the government of India.
- Evacuation charges in case of medical emergencies, insurance is available on request.
- Expenses caused by factors beyond our control like rail and airplanes delays, roadblocks, vehicle malfunctions, political disturbances, taxes, lost luggage, etc.
- Govt. service tax 4.5%
- Any tipping.
- International & Domestic Air fares.
- Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Supplement of peak period from 20th Dec'16 till 10th Jan'17 will be advised on booking request for that period.
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| Ticket Rate (Per Person) |
Shakti Saver | Shakti Superb | Shakti Superior | Person |
Arrive Guwahati / Silghat
Shakti Saver : Superior Cabin without Balcony
Shakti Superb : Superior Cabin with Balcony
Shakti Superior : Suite Cabin (Double Occupancy only)
Date List
- Prices valid from October, 2016 till April, 2017
- Except for the 20th December’ 2016 to 10th January’ 2017 period
Cancellation
NOTIFICATION
Information contained in the FAR HORIZON CRUISE brochure, website or advertising materials is not an offer or a contract. The transportation of guests and baggage on the MV MAHABAAHU river cruise vessel is provided solely by FAR HORIZON and is governed by the terms and conditions printed on the Guest Booking Contract. For complete information on terms and conditions, itinerary, liability of FAR HORIZON, and all sections mentioned below, refer to the Guest Booking Contract below.
PAYMENT AND DEPOSIT POLICY:
A deposit for cruise fare of 25% per person is required to secure a confirmed booking. For Charter bookings this deposit is NON REFUNDABLE.
90 DAYS PRIOR TO DATE OF SAILING: 75% Per Person
For the Christmas and New Year holiday, the full balance must be paid 120 days prior.
All reservations are subject to cancellation if payments are not received by the due date.
Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of the airfare is received. At the time of booking a 25% deposit for Airfare will be required.
Upon full payment by the participant(s) of the amount specified as the Full Fare (Invoice to be referred), FAR HORIZON agrees to arrange for the provision of the services as described herein and as modified by any supplementary marketing materials.
Upon receipt of your deposit or full payment or upon the issuance of the Guest Booking Contract directly or by a Booking agent or upon receipt of a confirmation letter or final invoice from us, both the Guest and the Carrier will be fully bound by all of the terms and conditions of the Guest Booking Contract.
CANCELLATION POLICY
All cancellations must be in writing.
The following cancellation terms will be applicable for all written cancellations received prior to departure up to the scheduled time of departure.
CANCELLATION TERMS FOR CHARTER BOOKINGS APPLICABLE ON THE FULL FARE:
25% of the price will be charged for cancellation after the deposit has been paid
90-75 days prior, 50% of the charter cost will be charged
74-59 days prior, 75% of the charter cost will be charged
60 days and less, 100% of the charter cost will be charged
CANCELLATION TERMS FOR FIT AND GROUP DEPARTURES APPLICABLE ON THE FULL FARE:
120 to 90 days prior, 25% per person of the fare paid will be charged
89-76 days prior, 50% per person will be charged
75-46 days prior, 75% per person will be charged
45 days and less, 100% per person will be charged
*Full Fare is defined as the full cost of any cruise package as mentioned in the price chart.
Note: for Christmas and New Year Departures, 100% cancellation is charged 90 days and under from the sailing date.
REVISIONS/CHANGES
Once a cruise booking has a deposit or air is paid in full, all changes are subject to a US$50 charge per change, provided the said change is prior to 90 days before date of departure/sailing.
The following situations are considered as Revisions and penalties will apply:
• Changes to departure date
• Substitutions of itinerary
• Substitution of another person for original booked guest(s)
• Changing to a promotional fare
DOCUMENTS
Documents will be issued approximately 3 weeks prior to departure.
TRANSFERS
Only round trip airport-to-ship transfers are included.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION/VISAS
All guests must have passports valid for six months following disembarkation and necessary visas when boarding. Guests are advised to check with their Booking agent to determine which documents they must obtain.
Due to airline security measures, your passport name must match your airline ticket name or you may be denied boarding.
Far Horizon accepts no responsibility for obtaining required visas or for advising guests of visa or other immigration requirements.
CHILDREN/MINORS
We accept children onboard sharing a cabin with parents or guardians. They will be the sole responsibility of the parents/ guardians and must never be left unattended. For Children of 15 years and above, a separate cabin will need to be booked.
DISABLED GUESTS
We ask that you advise us at the time of booking of any disability or special needs you may have while on your Far Horizon Cruise itinerary. Most transportation services, including the motorcoaches, are not equipped with elevators or wheelchair ramps. Far Horizon India will make reasonable attempts to accommodate the special needs of travelers with disabilities, but we are not responsible in the event we are unable to do so, or there is a denial of service by vessel operators, air carriers, hotels, restaurants or other independent suppliers.
We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a guest for walking, dining, getting on and off vessels, motor coaches 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 wellbeing. The guest assumes the full risk of use and of any prohibitions imposed by vendors.
TIPS
It is customary to give cruise gratuities, subject to your satisfaction of services rendered. Gratuities on board and on land are not included in your Full Fare.
FAR HORIZON
FAR HORIZON acts solely as a Sales Agent for the all direct guests or Booking Agents of the vessels described in Far Horizon advertising.
RESPONSIBILITY
Far Horizon accepts no liability or responsibility, whether occasioned by railroad, motor coach, private car, boat, aircraft or any other conveyance, for any injury, damages, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be occasioned either by reason or defect, through the acts or defaults of any company or person, or in carrying out the arrangements of the cruise, as a result of any cause beyond the control of Far Horizon.
Guests specifically release FAR HORIZON from any and all claims for loss or damage to baggage or property or from personal injuries or death, or from loss or delay, arising out of the acts, omissions or negligence of any independent contractors, such as air carriers, hotels, shore excursion operators, restaurateurs, transportation providers, medical personnel or other providers of services or facilities.
All arrangements made for guests with independent contractors, including medical services, are made solely for convenience to participants and are done at the participant’s own risk. Medical personnel are independent contractors.
FAR HORIZON specifically disclaims all liability for damages for emotional distress, mental suffering or psychological injury of any kind.
Tickets, vouchers and any other travel documents are subject to all terms and conditions of the respective suppliers (some of which may limit supplier’s liability).
FAR HORIZON and the owners and operators of the vessels identified herein shall be entitled to any and all liability limitations, immunities and rights applicable to them or any of them under the Strasbourg Convention on the Limitation of Liability of Owners of Inland Navigation Vessels (CLNI), with protocols and amendments, together with the further provisions of the International Convention of Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims, 1976, with revisions and amendments (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Convention”), if and as applicable, and by those other and further limitations of liability set forth in the statutory and general maritime law of the United States, (including Title 46 U.S. Code Section 181-186, 188), as well as any other applicable nation’s laws limiting liability. Far Horizon and the owners and operators of the vessels identified herein shall be entitled to claim the benefit of whichever law, regulation, treaty or doctrine provides the greatest legal protections to FAR HORIZON and the owners and operators of the vessels identified herein.
REFUSAL OF PASSAGE
Far Horizon shall not be required to refund any amount paid by any guest who must leave the cruise prematurely for any reason, nor shall FAR HORIZON or the owners of the vessel identified herein be responsible for the lodging, meals, return transportation or other expenses incurred by such guest. However, facilitation of all services to the said affect would be made on request and paid for by the guest.
ADVANCED, CANCELLED OR DELAYED SAILING
Far Horizon reserves the right to withdraw and/or cancel a cruise or to make changes in the itinerary and hotel accommodations whenever, in its sole judgment, or in the judgment of the vessel owner, conditions warrant it. In the event of charters of the vessel, truces, lockouts, riots or stoppage of labor from whatever cause or for any other reason whatsoever, the owner of the vessel identified herein may, at any time, cancel, advance or postpone any scheduled cruise and may, but is not obliged to, substitute another vessel or itinerary and shall not be liable for any loss whatsoever to guests by reason of any such cancellation, advancement or postponement.
ACTS OF GOD, STRIKE, OR OTHER CONDITIONS BEYOND CONTROL
Neither FAR HORIZON nor the owners of the vessels identified herein shall be liable for delay or inability to perform any condition described herein or any part thereof caused by or arising out of strikes, lockout or labor difficulties or shortages whether or not the carrier is party thereto, or explosion, fire, collision, standing or foundering of the vessel or breakdown or failure of or damage to the vessel or its hull or machinery or fittings howsoever and wheresoever any or the same may arise or be caused, or civil commotion, riot, insurrection, war, government restraint, requisitioning of the vessel, political disturbance, acts or threats of terrorism, inability to secure or failure of supplies including fuel, Acts of God, or other circumstances beyond their control.
SERVICES PROVIDED BY AIRLINES
FAR HORIZON reserves the right to choose the air carrier, routing and city airport from each gateway city. FAR HORIZON, may utilize contracted block space as outlined by each specific carrier, therefore all flights and routings may not be available any additional costs including penalties for cancellations/rebooking will be made at the guest’s expense. All airline tickets issued by FAR HORIZON are refundable only to FAR HORIZON, therefore, all tickets should be returned to: FAR HORIZON: Attention Air Refunds.
FAR HORIZON will determine the amount of any refund due. If the air ticket is lost, the guest is responsible for the cost of its replacement.
FAR HORIZON has no responsibility for any change in travel plans caused by airline delays or for any act, omission or event.
TRAVEL PROTECTION
Travel Protection is not included in the listed fares. It is the individual responsibility of each guest.
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