The following Terms and Conditions apply to all bookings of any YES Tours program. Some terms are specific to particular programs, see below for details. Making a booking with YES Tours means you accept these terms.
A non-refundable deposit per person and a signed booking form is required at the time of booking.*
Should the requested reservation be unavailable, naturally the deposit is fully refundable.
Payment of the deposit will indicate acceptance of the following terms and conditions.
*Given the global circumstances in light of COVID-19 we have updated our booking deposit policy. Please read below.
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WHISTLER PROGRAM BOOKINGS
Deposit:
A non-refundable and non-transferrable deposit of $500 CAD per person and a signed booking form is required at the time of booking.***
Should the requested reservation be unavailable the deposit will be fully refundable.
Payment of this deposit will indicate acceptance of the following terms and conditions.
***COVID-19 UPDATE***
We have made a change to our policy so that the booking deposit will be fully refundable up until 30 days prior to program start. We understand that there is no way to predict the outcome of these next few months so we have updated our policy to give you all as much time to feel comfortable that you’re making plans without risking your deposit. We hope that you & your families are healthy & can take some time together to reconnect & stay safe. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions about our new policy.
Payment Methods:
Deposit payment is by credit card through the form on this website.
Please note that a 3% surcharge will be applied to all American Express credit card charges.
Balance payment may be made by credit card or bank transfer, further details will be provided once the booking is confirmed by YES Tours.
If no alternative payment has been received by YES Tours 60 days prior to the program start date, we reserve the right to charge the full balance payment to the credit card used for the initial deposit.
Final Balance:
Final Balance is due 60 days prior to departure.
YES Tours may charge this balance to your credit card used for the deposit payment if no alternative payment has been received by that date.
Amendments:
Amendments of confirmed arrangements – min. fee of $25 per revision + any applicable charges.
Late Booking Fee:
A late booking fee of up to $100 may apply for bookings made within 30 days prior to departure.
Cancellation:
Minimum fees for cancellations are as follows:
90-60 days prior to program start date:
$500 per person.
Within 60 days prior to program start date:
100% of total program cost may apply, no refund.
Please note: Once full payment is made there is no refund available – we recommend taking out travel insurance at time of booking to cover any unforeseen reasons you may need to cancel your trip.
N.B. We consider travel insurance compulsory and advise that this is taken out when booking. Please make sure your Travel Insurance coverage includes course/program/travel cancelation coverage.
Damage Security Deposit: Instructor Program Accommodation:
YES Tours requires all clients participating on the instructor training course to provide a CAD$400 cash damage deposit on arrival into your accommodation. The deposit will be returned to you at the end of your stay, pending a thorough inspection of your room at completion of the program.
The deposit is due at time of check in at the chalet.
Holiday Costs:
All prices are in Canadian dollars and could be subject to increase until final payment has been made.
Exclusions:
YES Tours takes no responsibility for currency adjustments, airport taxes, passport and visa costs, meals, beverages, laundry, excess baggage charges, insurance. Additional costs caused by weather or failure of transport services beyond the control of the tour operator, their principal or their agent are also not included.
Responsibilities:
YES Tours Inc. reserves the right to modify program details regarding dates, prices and or schedules in any way, without notice. YES has the right to change accommodations to a property of the same or higher standard.
The right is also reserved to decline to accept, cancel or withdraw any tour person. Refunds can not be made, under any circumstances, for services, accommodation, instruction, lift passes and functions not utilized and an itemization of costs will not be rendered. YES Tours Inc. accepts no responsibility for any accidents, damage, loss, injury, sickness, death, cancellation, delay, detention, deviations, war, strikes, quarantine or other unforeseen events associated with the willful act or omission of any of its agents or principals.
Final Documentation:
Final documentation will be issued only when this completed form & full payment is received by YES Tours Inc.
WANAKA PROGRAM BOOKINGS
Deposit payment:
Deposit payment is required to secure a booking. No booking will be accepted and confirmed without the payment of this deposit.
Please see the section on “Payment Methods” for details of how to complete the deposit payment.
Final Balance:
Final Balance is due 60 days prior to departure.
Payment Methods:
As we offer the Wanaka program in both $AUD and $NZD dollars, it’s up to you in which currency you would like to make your booking.
Please note that if you want to make a payment using a credit card you will need to book your program in $NZD.
We require a $500 per/person deposit to secure your place on the program.
PAYMENTS in Australian dollars
DIRECT DEPOSIT (Australian Dollars)
ANZ Bank
Account name: YES TOURS INC.
Branch # 013839
Acc # 589458048
Please use your full name as the reference for your deposit
PAYMENTS in New Zealand dollars
Deposit and full payment must be paid directly to the Edgewater Resort (even if you are not booking accommodation!) Payment is accepted by bank transfer, MasterCard, VISA or AMEX. Please note a 2.5% surcharge is levied by the Edgewater Resort for all credit card payments . Please phone the Edgewater Resort on + 64 (0)3 443 0311 and let them know your payment is for a YES TOURS reservation. If you would prefer to make a payment by direct transfer in $NZD please contact us for the details.
Final Balance:
Final Balance is due 60 days prior to departure.
YES Tours may cancel any booking not fully paid 60 days prior to arrival.
Amendments:
Amendments of confirmed arrangements – min. fee of $25 per revision + any applicable charges.
Late Booking Fee:
A late booking fee of up to $100 may apply for bookings made within 30 days prior to departure.
Cancellation:
Minimum fees for cancellations are as follows:
90-60 days prior to program start date:
$500 per person.
Within 60 days prior to program start date:
100% of total program cost may apply, no refund.
Please note: Once full payment is made there is no refund available – we recommend taking out travel insurance at time of booking to cover any unforeseen reasons you may need to cancel your trip.
N.B. We consider travel insurance compulsory and advise that this is taken out when booking. Please make sure your Travel Insurance coverage includes course/program/travel cancelation coverage.
Exclusions:
YES Tours takes no responsibility for currency adjustments, airport taxes, passport and visa costs, meals, beverages, laundry, excess baggage charges, insurance. Additional costs caused by weather or failure of transport services beyond the control of the tour operator, their principal or their agent are also not included.
Responsibilities:
YES Tours Inc. reserves the right to modify program details regarding dates, prices and or schedules in any way, without notice. YES has the right to change accommodations to a property of the same or higher standard.
The right is also reserved to decline to accept, cancel or withdraw any tour person. Refunds can not be made, under any circumstances, for services, accommodation, instruction, lift passes and functions not utilized and an itemization of costs will not be rendered. YES Tours Inc. accepts no responsibility for any accidents, damage, loss, injury, sickness, death, cancellation, delay, detention, deviations, war, strikes, quarantine or other unforeseen events associated with the willful act or omission of any of its agents or principals.
Final Documentation:
Final documentation will be issued only when this completed form & full payment is received by YES Tours Inc.
NISEKO PROGRAM BOOKINGS
Deposit payment:
A non-refundable and non-transferrable deposit of $1,000 CAD per person and a signed booking form is required at the time of booking.
Should the requested reservation be unavailable the deposit will be fully refundable.
Payment of this deposit will indicate acceptance of the following terms and conditions.
Final Balance:
Final Balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
Payment Methods:
Deposit payment is by credit card through the form on this website.
Please note that a 3% surcharge will be applied to all American Express credit card charges.
Balance payment may be made by credit card or bank transfer, further details will be provided once the booking is confirmed by YES Tours.
If no alternative payment has been received by YES Tours 90 days prior to the program start date, we reserve the right to charge the full balance payment to the credit card used for the initial deposit.
Final Balance:
Final Balance is due 90 days prior to departure.
YES Tours may charge this balance to your credit card used for the deposit payment if no alternative payment has been received by that date.
Amendments:
Amendments of confirmed arrangements – min. fee of $25 per revision + any applicable charges.
Late Booking Fee:
A late booking fee of up to $100 may apply for bookings made within 30 days prior to departure.
Cancellation:
Minimum fees for cancellations are as follows:
More than 90 days prior to program start date:
$1,000 per person.
Within 90 days prior to program start date:
100% of total program cost may apply, no refund.
Please note: Once full payment is made there is no refund available – we recommend taking out travel insurance at time of booking to cover any unforeseen reasons you may need to cancel your trip.
N.B. We consider travel insurance compulsory and advise that this is taken out when booking. Please make sure your Travel Insurance coverage includes course/program/travel cancelation coverage.
Holiday Costs:
All prices are in Canadian dollars and could be subject to increase until final payment has been made.
Exclusions:
YES Tours takes no responsibility for currency adjustments, airport taxes, passport and visa costs, meals, beverages, laundry, excess baggage charges, insurance. Additional costs caused by weather or failure of transport services beyond the control of the tour operator, their principal or their agent are also not included.
Responsibilities:
YES Tours Inc. reserves the right to modify program details regarding dates, prices and or schedules in any way, without notice. YES has the right to change accommodations to a property of the same or higher standard.
The right is also reserved to decline to accept, cancel or withdraw any tour person. Refunds can not be made, under any circumstances, for services, accommodation, instruction, lift passes and functions not utilized and an itemization of costs will not be rendered. YES Tours Inc. accepts no responsibility for any accidents, damage, loss, injury, sickness, death, cancellation, delay, detention, deviations, war, strikes, quarantine or other unforeseen events associated with the willful act or omission of any of its agents or principals.
Final Documentation:
Final documentation will be issued only when this completed form & full payment is received by YES Tours Inc.