Terms & Conditions Variety Cruises
Cruise Fares
All fares are quoted in US Dollars or Euro and are per person based on double occupancy. US $ cruise fares apply for US and Canadian passport holders and Euro rates apply for all other nationalities.
Fares Include:
Shipboard accommodations, ocean transportation all meals and on board entertainment as specified in the cruise program selected.
Fares do not Include:
Port charges, fuel surcharge, travel insurance, transfers, optional air/sea or land programs (unless noted), shore excursions, airport facility charges, taxes/fees, nor do they include items of a personal nature such as alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, gratuities, gift shop purchases, medical services, phone calls, etc. All onboard charges are in Euros.
Port Charges, Fuel Surcharge and Airport Taxes
Port charges and fuel surcharge are in addition to the cruise fares. Payment for port charges must be made at the time the final payment is made.
Guarantee of Fares
Passengers with confirmed bookings under deposit, or who have made final payment, shall be protected in the event of a price increase, except in the event of major exchange fluctuations or in case of exceptional rise of fuel costs or government new taxes requiring changes in port taxes or a fuel surcharge. However, excluding the above, Variety Cruises reserves the right to increase all prices for new bookings, without prior notice, including port charges, fuel surcharge, insurance and taxes/fees.
Single Supplement Rates
For single occupancy cabin reservations, a 50% single supplement is applicable for on the fare per person in twin cabin. Single space is capacity controlled.
Deposit and Payment
To secure your reservation, a deposit of 25 % of the cruise fare per person is required within 7 days of booking. Final payment is required 60 days prior to departure. All payments may be made by either check (US passengers only), Visa, Master Card, or American Express. All final payments by credit card requires the signature of the credit cardholder. Please make checks payable to Variety Cruises. All reservations are subject to cancellation if payments are not received by the due date. Group policies may differ.
Administrative Charge for Cruise and Land Tour
An administration fee of 50$/35€ is required for any changes made to reservations including both a cruise and a pre or post land package. In addition, any costs incurred for changes in land arrangements will be the responsibility of the passenger. Sailing dates cannot be changed within the penalty period.
Cancellations and Refunds
For full refund of cruise fare, notice of cancellation must be in writing and received by Variety Cruises no later than sixty (60) days prior to sailing. If a cancellation occurs, the following charges will apply:
60-31 days prior to departure :25% of cruise fare
30-16 days prior to departure : 50% of cruise fare
15 days or less prior to departure: No refund
Refunds will normally be made to the booking party. Variety Cruises can only be responsible for refunding amounts actually received. If cancellation fees are charged by pre/post hotels, or services suppliers they will be deducted from any refund made. No refunds will be made to passengers who do not board the ship or passengers who cancel after the start of the cruise. We recommend the purchase of travel insurance.
Child Reduction
Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 50% discount on the cruise fare per person in twin cabin. Children between the ages of 10-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount. Port taxes are not discounted.
Cruise Itinerary Change, Sailing Cancellation and Vessel Substitution
Variety Cruises Ltd. reserves the right at its sole option and discretion and that of the Captain of the ship, without liability for damages or refund of any kind, to deviate from the ship's advertised or ordinary itinerary or route, either this is caused by weather conditions - sailing is not permitted by port authorities in case of winds if 7 beaufort or more – or other extraordinary conditions. Such does not entitle passengers for any claims or refunds. Variety Cruises will however ensure that passengers access their port or disembarkation on time for their outwards flights.
Variety Cruises guarantees all departures with a minimum participation of 12 passengers. In the unlikely event that such would be required, the cancellation of a departure will be notified at least 60 days prior to the sailing date and alternative sailing dates will be offered to the passenger.
Variety Cruises may for any reason whatsoever cancel any sailing at any time for reasons of force majeure or else and Variety Cruises's only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the cruise ticket and any other pre or post land tour or excursions package purchased from Variety Cruises.
Vessel Substitution
Variety Cruises may operate the cruise program with another vessel as long as this vessel is of the same or higher standard. Passengers offered a suitable alternative cruise program are not entitled to any refund.
Cruise Interruption
During the cruise should the vessel sustain any breakdown in machinery, or be disabled by fire, grounding or collision disrupting the cruise itinerary for more than 48 hours, and if no substitute vessel or arrangement is offered, passengers will be entitled to a refund proportional to the cruise days not operated. No further claims will be accepted.
It is further recognized that Variety Cruises is a Greek Company, the vessels are of Greek registry, and it is agreed between Variety Cruises and contractual party that the interpretation of the terms and conditions will be resolved solely according to the Greek Laws in Greek Courts.

Independent Contractor / Limit of Liability
Variety Cruises Ltd liability and responsibility does not extend beyond the vessel; any arrangements made by or for passengers either before boarding or when disembarking are at the passenger's own risk. Variety Cruises Ltd does not own or control any ground transportation or hotels. As a convenience to our passengers, Variety Cruises may sell tickets for shore excursions or arrange other services which are operated by independent contractors, but shall not be responsible in any way whatsoever for any damage, loss, injury or death arising.

Travel Insurance
Variety Cruises wants your trip to be worry-free. It can save you time and money, and provide greater peace of mind. Our Access America Tour Protection Plan is affordably priced and provides valuable coverage for your vacation. This plan provides protection for your non-refundable tour costs and cancellation fees should you need to cancel or interrupt your trip due to unforeseen circumstances. It also provides important medical benefits and assistance while travelling.

Coverage

Maximum Benefit Per Person

Trip Cancellation

Up to $50,000

Trip Interruption

Up to $75,000

Emergency Medical & Dental Coverage

$25,000

Emergency Medical Transportation

$500,000

Baggage Loss/Damage

$1000

Baggage Delay Coverage

$300

Travel Delay Coverage

$500

Missed Connection Coverage

$500

Collision Loss/Damage (optional)

Primary $35,000

24/7 Emergency Travel & Medical Assistance

Included

Trip Protection Cost per person begins at $148 (based on age and total cost of trip). Call for exact price quote.
Kids are free! Travel insurance is provided, at no extra cost, to children who are under 18 years of age on the date of purchase of insurance and who are accompanied by their parent(s) or travelling with just their grandparents.
Purchase trip protection within 14 days of deposit and coverage for the following are covered:
·Existing Medical Conditions Exclusions & Coverage
·Supplier Default Coverage. Covers situations where a carrier, cruise line, tour operator or other travel entity goes into financial default.
Biz-Pac – a simple $24 add-on. Client who have to cancel or interrupt their trip due to business reasons are covered for their loss when they purchase this optional coverage.