The Kimberley: 5-Day Gibb River Road Small-Group Tour from Broome with All-Inclusive Dining

7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings and flights) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 90 days prior to the departure date.

Covid-19 Related Cancellations

For all new bookings, if you can’t travel as a direct result of border closures or Government-imposed travel restrictions that directly impact your booking, Luxury Escapes will:

• allow you to change the dates of your tour,
• offer you a credit for another tour, cruise or accommodation offer, less any third-party costs that Luxury Escapes can’t recover (including from airlines and tour providers), or
• refund the full value of your tour, less any third-party costs that Luxury Escapes can’t recover (including from airlines and tour providers)

Your comfort and safety are our number one concern. Our expert Tours team is working hard to ensure the highest health standards at every point of your journey. Find out more.

Booking confirmation: after you book, please follow the instructions on your confirmation email and ensure you complete your traveller information details within 7 days.

This tour package is valid for the following departure dates:

• 27 May 2022
• 2 September 2022

IMPORTANT: Please allow for travelling time. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive in Broome on your chosen tour start date. Please do NOT book your flights until your tour is confirmed.

Booking Process

• Select which package option you would like, taking care to choose the correct room capacity (Twin Share or Solo Traveller)
• Click on the green ‘Check Availability’ tab
• Using the plus or minus adjust the number of people you would like to book then click the ‘View Available Dates & Prices’ tab
• Click the blue ‘Select’ button then the green ‘Review & Payment’ tab at the bottom right of the screen
• Fill out your preferred payment method and click the green ‘Pay Securely Now’ tab
• Once your order is complete, you will be prompted to complete a Booking Form so that we can fulfil your booking
• Your booking is confirmed once your Booking Form is submitted and you can begin the countdown to your Luxury Escape!
• You will then be contacted by one of our Dedicated Support Agents (within 48 hours) who will support you right up until you return from your journey

IMPORTANT: The Twin-Share Package is valid for ONE PERSON (based on twin share). If you are travelling with another person you must purchase TWO PACKAGES, otherwise please purchase a Solo Traveller package

Please note that packages cannot be split.

AMENDMENTS & CHANGES

Name Change or Corrections

• Name corrections may incur a fee.

• Name changes are not permitted.

• You can enjoy unlimited, free date changes up until 90 days prior to original travel date, which are available via ‘My Escapes’, on request only

• Alternatively, you can cancel your tour booking up until 90 days prior to original travel date, with credit towards future travel for any Limited Time Lux Exclusive accommodation, tour or cruise package, excludes flights. Additional charges for date changes that result in a higher value will be charged to your account. Credit must be used within 12 months of issue date. After this time bookings are non-refundable except in accordance with our Refund Policy.

• Date changes do not apply to flights booked with Luxury Escapes. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).

• Luxury Escapes will advise if the change is confirmed via email and provide an invoice for the following, subject to fees from third party suppliers, air and rail travel and hotels (cabins on cruises).

Accommodation

This tour includes accommodation at the following hotels:

• Broome — Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa (Garden View Room) — 5 star
• Bell Gorge — Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge (Superior Tented Cabin) — 4 star

IMPORTANT:

• Accommodation is subject to availability and may be substituted for a hotel of a similar or higher standard without notice.
• Please list your preferred bedding configuration (king bed or twin single beds) in the ‘Special Requests’ field when making your purchase
• Rooms will be made available after 3pm on day of arrival. Checkout is required by 10am. Early check-in is available at an additional fee and late checkout is available upon request, subject to availability.
• Maximum room capacity is two adults.

Pre & Post Accommodation

Pre- and post-tour accommodation can be booked to extend your stay before or after your tour. Please contact tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

Inclusions

• Accommodation as specified
• All meals throughout your tour (four breakfasts, three lunches and four dinners)
• The services of an expert driver-guide
• Roundtrip transfers from Broome Airport
• All national park entry fees

Exclusions

• Return flights
• Meals/drinks not stated in the itinerary
• Optional activities/tours, personal expenses/transfers not mentioned
• Travel insurance (recommended)
• Tips and gratuities
• Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.

Age Restrictions

• This tour is restricted to guests aged 18 years and older.
• If you wish to travel with children aged under 18 years, or on your own private tour with friends, please enquire for further information. Please note that surcharges may apply.

Group Size

• Minimum number for this tour to operate is 16 guests. Please do NOT book your flights until your tour is confirmed.
• Maximum tour capacity is 22 guests.

Travel Insurance

• Travel insurance is recommended. Luxury Escapes recommends purchasing travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package.
• Luxury Escapes can assist you in purchasing travel insurance through our preferred provider. Please enquire for further information and to see if our policy is suitable for you.

Passports & Visas

• A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they’re holding a current visa for the countries they’re visiting. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
• Important: Please start arranging your visa at least 6-8 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours and processing time.
• A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).
• When travelling within Australia, please check current state/territory border entry requirements to ensure you’re eligible to travel and have completed any required permits or passes.

Health & Vaccinations

• Travellers are advised to check the vaccine requirements for their trip with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccines require 30 days or more to be effective. Please check with your health professional that you hold the appropriate vaccination entry requirements for your destination.
• By purchasing this tour, you acknowledge the COVID 19 Health & Safety advice as shown here.
• Guests may be required to provide evidence of proof of vaccination against COVID 19 from our ground operator prior to departure. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge team on tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

Tour Baggage Restrictions

• Passengers are permitted one medium-size soft bag or suitcase with a maximum weight of 16kg (66cm x 35cm x 32cm)
• Passengers are permitted one additional, smaller piece of hand luggage per person

Transfers

• Arrival and departure transfers are only available on the first and last day. Please note, arrival and departure transfers are included between the hours of 6am and 8pm. If you arrive outside these hours a supplement may apply. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Tours Concierge team on tours@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
• If booking a Twin-Share Package, transfers are based on two people sharing the one vehicle. If you are arriving on different flights at different times, a supplement will be charged for two separate vehicles.
• Please note ‘Private Transfers’ refers to transfers that are exclusive for your Luxury Escapes group and may be shared amongst other members of your group if arriving on the same flight or another flight arriving within a 30-minute window.
• Flight details must be advised at least 30 days prior to your scheduled departure date. Failure to provide your confirmed flight details within this time period will result in forfeiting your transfer.

Porterage

On occasion, porterage is not included, therefore at times you may be expected to handle your own luggage where help may not be available. Please refer to inclusions if porterage is included.

Tipping

• Tipping and gratuities are not included in the package unless otherwise stated, and are at your own discretion. As a guide, approx. A$10–A$15 per person, per day, is the industry standard.

Fitness Requirements

• Travellers should have a good level of physical fitness and mobility and must be able to negotiate uneven surfaces and climb stairs. Please note that we do a lot of walking so please be sure to pack comfortable hiking boots.
• Sections of the hikes on this tour involve steep climbs. We highly recommend consulting a doctor before booking if you have any concerns.
• Disability access is limited during the tour, please consider this when making your booking.

Dietary Requirements

In most cases Luxury Escapes can cater for special dietary requirements but please note that on occasion, this may not be possible due to location, lack of availability of ingredients, and other extenuating circumstances. It is always advised to carry supplies with you.

Any dietary requirements must be received by Luxury Escapes at least 30 days prior to your scheduled departure date. Failure to provide these details by this date may result in an inability to cater for your requirements.

Valued Up To

The value and comparative savings have been determined based on published rack rates and the value of inclusions. Please be advised that rack rates may not be reflective of actual rates being charged, dependent on the timing and manner of your booking and therefore are only indicative of the level of saving.

Itinerary Amendments & Changes

Occasionally our itineraries are updated prior to departure to incorporate improvements stemming from past travellers’ feedback as well as updates from our ground operators. Please note that while we operate successful tours in this region throughout the year, some changes may be necessary due to inclement weather, public holidays, common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes, and unforeseen circumstances. This can happen with little notice so please be prepared for modifications to the route. The order and timing of included activities may also vary from time to time.

Surcharges

Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures that may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. Our trusted third-party suppliers will inform guests of these changes as soon as possible.

Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking confirmation for details.