Accommodation

City	Hotel	Room	Category	Option
Shimla	Snow Valley Resorts	Deluxe		Or Similar Hotels
Manali	Hotel The Conifer	Deluxe		Or Similar Hotels

Inclusions

• City: Shimla, Manali.
• Accommodation for 2 nights in Shimla.
• Accommodation for 2 nights in Manali.
• Breakfast.
• Vehicle Type: Sedan – AC (Upto 3 passengers).
• All transfers and sightseeing in a AC vehicle.

Exclusions

• GST:5%
• Air/ train fare.
• Any expenses for optional activities.
• Items of personal nature like porterage, tips, laundry.
• Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses.
• Any additional meals.
• Anything not mentioned in Inclusions.

Useful Tips Before Booking

• If you intend to visit Rohtang Pass please note, the tourist vehicles are only allowed till Gulaba Checkpost. Post Checkpost local union taxi are to be hired to go till Rohtang Pass.
• Rohtang Pass is closed for visit on Tuesdays as BRO (Border Road Organization) carries out maintenance of the Rohtang road.
• In order to visit Rohtang Pass you need to obtain a permit. There are limited permits available every day (750 for local HP registered vehicles and only 250 for tourist vehicles).
• Hotels may not have free heater services available. Heaters may be arranged from the hotel at additional charges on direct payment basis, varying from Rs 400 – Rs 1000, as per hotel charges and availability. We request you to kindly check the same with the hotel at the time of check-in to avoid inconvenience during stay.
• Most of the 2 star and 3 star hotels in Himachal provide only Mattresses not Extra bed.
• In case you are booking an AC Cab, while driving in hilly areas, AC is will be kept switched off.
• Hotels in Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala and Dalhousie do not provide heater free of cost. If you require a heater in the room, that will be payable extra directly at the hotel.
• Vehicles in Hill Areas – Even if you opt for AC vehicle, in hill stations AC is non-operational to avoid damage or mid-trip break down of the vehicle for your own convenience. Also, in several hill areas, commercial vehicles are not allowed to play music to prevent accidents.
• Driving in hilly areas which are different from normal driving, speed limit would be 30 kms per hour.

Things To Carry

• Hats.
• Sunscreen.
• Sunglasses.
• Comfortable footwear.
• Comfortable clothes.
• Camera.
• It is mandatory to carry a valid photo identity card (Passport / Driving License / Voter ID card).

Terms & Conditions

• Per person prices are quoted on twin-share basis (2 persons sharing a room).
• A maximum of 3 adults are allowed in one room.
• The third occupant of the room shall be provided a mattress/rollaway bed.
• The price does not include –
  Expenses of personal nature, such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic beverages, mini bar charges, tips, portage, camera fees etc.
  Any meals and services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
• Airline seats and hotel rooms are subject to availability at the time of booking.
• In case of unavailability in the listed hotels, arrangement for an alternate accommodation will be made in a hotel of similar standard.
• Check-in and check-out times at hotels would be as per hotel policies. These are generally pre-decided as per ferry operation schedules.
• Transportation shall be provided as per the itinerary and will not be at disposal.
• City museums and monuments remain closed on Mondays while Ross Island remains closed on Wednesdays. If any visit is missed due to closure or maintenance issues, all efforts will be made to cover the sightseeing after returning to Port Blair from Havelock/Neil, time permitting.
• Guests who have pre-booked Scuba or Sea walk shall be provided the activity in Havelock as per time slot availability.
• Snorkelling is a complementary activity and in case this is missed due to any reason, there would be no refund/compensation for the same.
• It is advisable to seek your doctor’s advice before undertaking activities like Scuba or Sea walk, especially in case of any pre-existing medical issues.
• EWSH reserves the right to modify the itinerary at any point, due to reasons including but not limited to: Force Majeure events, strikes, fairs, festivals, weather conditions, traffic problems, overbooking of hotels / flights, cancellation / rerouting of flights, closure of / entry restrictions at a place of visit, etc. While we will do our best to make suitable alternate arrangements, we would not be held liable for any refunds/compensation claims arising out of this.
• It is mandatory for all guests to carry valid photo ID’s (Passport/Driving License/Voter ID Card). PAN Card is not accepted at many places as a valid photo ID.
• Foreign Nationals need to clear immigration at Port Blair, where they are issued with a RAP (Restricted Area Permit) free of cost. This permit is to be carried by the foreign national at all times and would be required at the time of check-in at the hotel, during security checks before boarding vessels, landing on every island etc. It is mandatory to carry valid original passport and visa in order to obtain the RAP. Photocopies/scan copies are not accepted.
• In case Makruzz/Coastal Cruise are not operational due to weather, technical or other unavoidable reasons, EWS Holidays shall make the best possible alternate arrangements. However, EWS Holidays will not be liable for any refund claims arising from this.
• If your flights involve a combination of different airlines, you may have to collect your luggage on arrival at the connecting hub and register it again while checking in for the return journey to your origin.
• Service Tax shall be applicable over and above the mentioned prices.
• For queries regarding cancellations and refunds, please refer to our Cancellation Policy.
• Disputes, if any, shall be subject to to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi.