39 years of Creating Luxurious & Exotic Trips !!

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39 years of Creating Luxurious & Exotic Trips !!

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Welcome to King Tut Tours USA. Over 39 years of Excellence in Worldwide Luxury Travel By booking with us, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience.

BOOKING & PAYMENT TERMS

A booking is confirmed only upon receipt of a deposit or full payment.

  • A deposit is required to secure all travel services
  • Final payment deadlines will be provided at the time of booking
  • Failure to complete payment by the due date may result in cancellation with applicable penalties

All prices are quoted in U.S. Dollars and are based on rates available at time of booking. Unless otherwise stated, all prices are per person based on double occupancy.

King Tut Tours reserves the right to adjust pricing due to:

  • Fuel surcharges
  • Government taxes or fees
  • Currency fluctuations
  • Supplier cost increases

All such increases must be paid prior to departure.

Any deposit made towards for king tut tours travel Service is non-refundable.

NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSITS (ALL BOOKINGS)

All deposits and payments made to King Tut Tours are strictly non-refundable under any circumstances, including but not limited to:

  • Personal reasons
  • Medical conditions
  • Visa denial
  • Airline delays or cancellations
  • Government restrictions
  • Travel disruptions
  • Any change in personal plans


All deposits are considered earned upon receipt due to administrative, planning, and supplier commitment obligations, and are not held in escrow.

CUSTOM / PRIVATE TRAVEL PLANNING FEES

For exclusive private or customized travel services, a 10% non-refundable planning/service fee applies.

  • Due at final payment
  • Non-refundable once itinerary planning begins
  • Separate from cancellation penalties or supplier charges

SPECIAL EVENTS & HIGH-DEMAND TRAVEL (STRICT POLICY)

Applies ONLY to:

  • Total Solar Eclipse Tours (including Egypt Eclipse 2027)
  • Special occasion travel programs
  • Custom-designed VIP/private travel arrangements requiring exclusive planning, accommodations, or arrangements

All payments for these programs are:

  • 100% non-refundable
  • Non-changeable
  • Non-transferable

STANDARD CANCELLATION POLICY (ALL OTHER TRAVEL)

More than 90 Days Before Departure

  • Non-refundable deposits
  • Non-refundable penalty 25% of total trip
  • Plus any non-refundable supplier costs listed below

60–89 Days Before Departure

  • Non-refundable deposits
  • Non-refundable penalty 60% of total trip
  • Plus any non-refundable supplier costs listed below

45–59 Days Before Departure

  • Non-refundable deposits
  • Non-refundable penalty 90% of total trip
  • Plus any non-refundable supplier costs listed below

30–45 Days Before Departure

  • Non-refundable deposits
  • 100% penalty for entire full trip payment

0–30 Days Before Departure

  • 100% of all payments are non-refundable

NON-REFUNDABLE SUPPLIER COSTS

Any non refundable air fare, any non refundable hotel accommodations, any cruise penalties or any other non refundable travel services like transportation, special requests or any other services not mentioned above.

Client expressly acknowledges that these third-party supplier charges are governed by independent contracts and may exceed amounts paid to King Tut Tours USA, and client agrees to remain fully liable for such charges.

ITINERARY MODIFICATIONS

We reserve the right to reverse or modify itineraries due to:

  • Weather / natural environmental causes
  • Airline schedule changes
  • Hotel overbooking
  • Cruise rescheduling
  • Government regulations
  • Operational or safety issues


No refunds apply for such changes.

Substitutions of equal or greater value may be made without prior notice when necessary to maintain operational integrity.

AIRFARE & THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

  • Airline tickets are typically non-refundable
  • Supplier penalties are additional
  • Hotels, cruises, and transport providers operate under their own policies
  • King Tut Tours is not responsible for third-party service failures

NO-SHOW POLICY

  • Failure to appear results in 100% forfeiture of all payments.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

  • Strongly recommended for all travelers.

PASSPORT & VISA RESPONSIBILITY

  • Client is fully responsible for valid passports, visas, and entry requirements.

  • No refunds apply for failure to comply.

FORCE MAJEURE

No refunds for events beyond control including:

  • Natural disasters
  • War
  • Pandemics
  • Government actions
  • Civil unrest

LIABILITY LIMITATION

  • Liability is strictly limited to the total amount paid.

  • No indirect or consequential damages apply.

Client waives all claims for emotional distress, loss of enjoyment, or indirect damages arising from travel disruptions.

PAYMENT DISPUTES & CHARGEBACK POLICY

Client agrees:

  • Must contact King Tut Tours before any dispute
  • No chargebacks without prior communication
  • Disputes may be resolved via credit for future travel within 12 months
  • Unauthorized chargebacks may result in legal recovery action

Client agrees that initiating a chargeback without prior written notice constitutes breach of contract and may result in collection proceedings.

CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION

By payment, client authorizes King Tut Tours USA to charge payment method for services.

Client agrees:

  • Payments are valid and authorized
  • No chargebacks without prior contact
  • All deposits are non-refundable

PAYMENT METHODS & PROCESSING FEES

Accepted:

  • Credit / Debit cards
  • Zelle
  • Bank wire transfer
  • Checks (subject to clearance)

A 4% non-refundable credit card processing fee applies to all card payments.

TERMS ACCEPTANCE (ALL PAYMENT METHODS)

By making payment via ANY method, client agrees:

  • Full acceptance of these Terms & Conditions
  • Binding legal agreement
  • Applies to all payment methods

INDEMNIFICATION

  • Client agrees to hold King Tut Tours harmless from claims arising from breach or misuse.

SEVERABILITY

  • If any clause is invalid, remaining clauses remain enforceable.

1. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

  • Binding arbitration in California where permitted by law.

CALIFORNIA TRAVEL CONSUMER RESTITUTION FUND (TCRF)

Eligible California customers may be covered under TCRF:

  • Claims over $50
  • Maximum coverage: $15,000
  • Must file within 12 months
  • $35 processing fee may apply
  • Certain civil remedies may be waived

GOVERNING LAW

  • State of California, USA

DIGITAL ACCEPTANCE, ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE & WEBSITE CHECKOUT AGREEMENT

By checking the acceptance box, submitting a booking form, or completing payment on the King Tut Tours USA website, the client expressly agrees that:

  • The client confirms they have read, understood, and fully agreed to these Terms & Conditions in their entirety
  • The client acknowledges that this agreement constitutes a legally binding contract under applicable U.S. electronic transaction laws (including ESIGN Act and UETA where applicable)
  • The client agrees that clicking “I Agree” or completing payment acts as a valid electronic signature with the same legal effect as a handwritten signature
  • The client confirms authorization to use the selected payment method (credit card, debit card, Zelle, wire transfer, or check)
  • The client agrees that payment constitutes full acceptance of all cancellation, refund, and non-refundable policies stated in this agreement
  • The client agrees not to initiate any chargeback, dispute, or reversal without first contacting King Tut Tours USA in writing to seek resolution
  • The client agrees that any unauthorized chargeback may be treated as breach of contract and may result in collection action or legal recovery proceedings
  • The client agrees that disputes may be resolved through future travel credit within 12 months at the discretion of King Tut Tours USA

1. PAYMENT TIMESTAMP & DIGITAL RECORDS

The client agrees that:

  • Electronic records including IP address, timestamp, booking logs, and payment confirmation are valid evidence of acceptance
  • These records may be used in dispute resolution, arbitration, or legal proceedings
  • No physical signature is required for enforceability of this agreement

MERCHANT ROLE DISCLOSURE

King Tut Tours USA acts solely as a travel service provider and booking intermediary. All transportation, lodging, cruise, and third-party services are provided by independent suppliers.

The Company is not the direct provider of transportation, hotel, cruise, or airline services and assumes no liability for supplier performance, delays, cancellations, or operational decisions.

NO ORAL MODIFICATIONS

No employee, representative, or agent of King Tut Tours USA is authorized to modify, waive, or alter these Terms & Conditions orally. Any modifications must be made in writing by authorized company management.

FRAUD & PAYMENT AUTHENTICATION LIABILITY SHIFT

By submitting payment, the client acknowledges and agrees that:

  • Transactions processed with 3D Secure, AVS verification, CVV verification, or bank authorization systems are considered fully authenticated by the issuing bank
  • In cases where payment is approved by the issuing bank, the client assumes full responsibility for the transaction and waives claims of unauthorized use unless proven fraudulent under applicable law
  • The client agrees that King Tut Tours USA is not liable for fraudulent use of approved payment methods when authorization is granted by the card issuing bank

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms & Conditions constitute the entire agreement between the client and King Tut Tours USA and supersede all prior communications, representations, or understandings, whether written or verbal.

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