If the changes in the following conditions have been clearly communicated in writing to the client before the conclusion of the contract and they are properly provided for in the program;
Any changes subsequent to the conclusion of the contract are subject to prior agreement of both the agency and the client, except as provided in the "impossibility of comply" clause.
These general conditions comply with the provisions of Decree-Law 61/2011 of May 6th, as amended by Decree-Law 199/2012 of August 24th.
The general conditions, which refer to an organized trip described in this program, along with the specific conditions provided to the client in the travel documentation at the time of booking, constitute the travel contract that binds the agency and the client.
The technical organization and sale of the activities included on this website are the responsibility of Papa-Léguas, a travel and tourism agency, with home office at Rua Manuel Assunção Mestre, nº22, 7780-199 Castro Verde, registered in the Commercial Registry Office of Lisbon with Taxpayer Identification Number 504163590. It has a share capital of €99,759.60 (ninety-nine thousand, seven hundred and fifty-nine euros and sixty cents). Papa-Léguas is also registered with the National Registry of Travel Agents and Tourism Operators (RNAVT) nº2275 and the National Registry of Tourist Animation Agents (RNAT) nº67/2014.
At the time of registration the client must deposit 30% of the service price, paying the remaining 70% up to 21 days before the service begins. If the registration takes place 21 days or less before the service begins, the total price of the service must be paid at the time of registration. Papa-Léguas, Agência de Viagens e Turismo Lda. reserves the right to cancel any booking that has not been paid for under the conditions mentioned above. Reservations are subject to the obtaining of a confirmation from suppliers for all services.
The prices of tours are presented per person and based on the occupation in a room shared by two people. The organizing agency will group clients who sign up individually for the same tour in pairs, by gender, and in chronological order of registration. Clients who are singled out must pay the respective individual supplement, when required by the service provider.
INFORMATION UNDER LAW N.º 144/2015 OF SEPTEMBER 8:
According to Law No. 144/2015 of September 8th, we inform that the customer may resort to the following Alternative Consumer Dispute Resolution Entities:
i) Customer Authority of Travel and Tourism Agencies at provedorapavt.com;
ii) Arbitration Commission of Tourism in Portugal at turismodeportugal.pt;
iii) Or any of the entities indicated in the list provided by the Directorate-General for Consumer Affairs at http://www.consumidor.pt, which we recommend consulting.
Complaints will only be considered if submitted in writing to the agency within a maximum period of 30 days after the completion of the services.
In the event of a complaint regarding non-compliance with contracted services, the customer may activate the Travel and Tourism Guarantee Fund provided for in DL 61/2011 of May 6, in its current wording, by submitting the respective complaint:
i) To the Customer Authority, as Papa-Léguas, Travel and Tourism Agency Ltd., is a member of the Customer Ombudsman for Travel and Tourism Agencies at www.provedorapavt.com. To benefit from this service, you must submit your written complaint within 20 business days after the end of the trip. Agencies are bound to comply promptly with any decisions issued by this entity.
ii) To Tourism of Portugal I.P. at www.turismodeportugal.pt within 30 days after: (i) the end of the trip; (ii) the cancellation of the trip attributable to the agency; (iii) the date of knowledge of the impossibility of its realization due to the agency; (iv) the closure of the establishment.
iii) To any of the entities listed on the website of the General Directorate for Consumer Affairs at http://www.consumidor.pt.
1) The agency is responsible for the luggage in the legal terms;
2) The Client has the obligation to complain to the service provider at the moment of subtraction, deterioration or destruction of luggage.
3) In international transport, if the luggage is damaged, the complaint must be made in writing to the carrier immediately after the damage is verified, and no later than 7 days after delivery. If the luggage is merely late in delivery, the claim must be made within 21 days from the date of delivery.
4) The presentation of such a claim will be an essential basis for Papa-Léguas, Agência de Viagens e Turismo Lda. to hold responsible the entity providing the service.
The responsibility of the agency will be limited to the maximum amount that can be demanded from the service providers, in accordance with the Montreal Convention of May 28, 1999, on International Air Transport, and the Bern Convention of 1961, on Rail Transport.
Regarding maritime transport, the liability of travel agencies, concerning their clients, for the provision of transport services or accommodation, when applicable, by maritime transport companies, in the event of damages resulting from their willful misconduct or negligence, will be limited to the following amounts:
a) € 441,436, in case of death or physical injury;
b) € 7,881, in case of total or partial loss of baggage or its damage;
c) € 31,424, in case of loss of a motor vehicle, including the baggage contained therein;
d) € 10,375, in case of loss of baggage, whether accompanied or not, contained in a motor vehicle;
e) € 1,097, for damages to baggage resulting from the damage to the motor vehicle.
Where applicable, the liability of travel agencies and tourism for the deterioration, destruction, and theft of baggage or other items in tourist accommodation establishments, while the client is staying there, is limited as follows:
a) € 1,397, in total;
b) € 449 per item;
c) The value declared by the client regarding the items deposited under the custody of the tourist accommodation establishment.
The agency's liability for non-bodily damages may be contractually limited to an amount corresponding to five times the price of the service sold.
For each reservation the following will be charged:
Reservation Expenses:
Alteration Expenses:
For each alteration (names, dates, type of apartment or room, travel, etc) : 50€ (fifty euros). Please note that the acceptance of such changes depends on the acceptance by the respective suppliers.
The client must have their personal or family documentation in good order (identity card, military documentation, authorization for minors, visas, vaccination certificates, and any other documents that may be required). The agency disclaims any responsibility for visa refusal or the client's denial of entry into a foreign country. The client is solely responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such a situation.
Travel in European Union:
Travel outside the European Union:
If the travel suppliers involved allow it, whenever a customer who is registered for a particular trip wishes to change their registration to another trip or the same trip with a different departure date, or any other changes, they must pay a fee as alteration expenses. However, if the change takes place 21 days or less before the departure date of the trip for which the customer is registered, or if the service providers do not accept the change, the customer will be subject to the expenses and charges specified under the “cancellation (termination)” section.
Once the trip has started, if a request is made to change the contracted services for reasons not related to the agency (e.g., extending the number of nights of stay, changing the flight), the prices of the touristic services may not correspond to those published on the website that prompted the contract.
The customer may transfer their registration by being replaced by another person who meets all the required conditions for the trip, provided that they inform the selling agency at least seven days in advance and such transfer is possible under the applicable air transport regulations. In the case of cruises and air travel, the prescribed period will be fifteen days in advance.
The transfer of the registration makes both the transferor and the transferee jointly responsible for the payment of the trip price and any additional charges incurred.
Whenever there are external reasons that justify it, the organizing agency may change the order of the itineraries, modify the departure times, or substitute any of the planned hotels with others of similar category and location. The agency must inform the client of such changes as soon as they become aware of them.
When the tour is dependent on a minimum number of participants the Agency reserves the right to cancel the organized tour if the number of participants reached is less than the minimum. In such cases, the Client will be informed in writing of the cancellation within 15 (fifteen) days.
The prices in the program are based on the costs of services and exchange rates in effect on the date of printing of the program, and are therefore subject to change resulting from variations in the cost of transportation or fuel, duties, taxes, fees, and exchange rate fluctuations up to 20 days prior to the date of departure.
Once the tour has begun, no refund is due for services not used by the client due to unforeseeable circumstances or for reasons attributable to the client, except for refunds by the respective suppliers. Failure to provide services foreseen in the travel program for reasons attributable to the organizing agency and if it is not possible to replace them with equivalent ones, entitles the client receive a refund for the price difference between the originally anticipated services and the services actually provided.
If, prior to the start of the journey and due to circumstances beyond the control of the organizing agency, it becomes unable to fulfill any essential service included in the travel program, the client has the right to cancel the trip and immediately receive a refund of all amounts paid, or alternatively, accept a modification and possible price variation.
If the aforementioned circumstances beyond the control of the organizing agency result in the cancellation of the trip, the client may choose to participate in another organized trip of equivalent price. If the proposed replacement organized trip is of a lower price, the client will be refunded the price difference accordingly.
The client or their companions are free to cancel the trip at any time.
i) Such cancellation implies that the client is responsible for the payment of all charges arising from the beginning of the fulfillment of the contract and their withdrawal, as well as a percentage that can go up to 15% of the price of the trip.
ii) If applicable, the client will be refunded the difference between the amount paid and the aforementioned amounts.
iii) The cancellation of travel services/organized trips whose reservation has been made using the voucher issued under Decree-Law No. 17/2020 of April 23rd is subject to a cancellation fee equal to the price of the service, in order to prevent simulated or fraudulent reservations made solely with the intention of anticipating the receipt of the voucher-entitled values.
If for reasons not attributable to the client, the agency has to cancel the organized tour before the departure date, the client can choose to:
i) Being immediately refunded all amounts paid;
ii) Optionally, choose to participate in another organized tour and be refunded for any difference in price.
The liability of the travel agency organizing the trips included in this program and arising from the assumed obligations is covered by a civil liability insurance policy with Fidelidade Insurance Company, under policy number 9257343, for an amount of 75,000€ (Seventy-five thousand euros), in accordance with the applicable legislation.
The prices mentioned in this program already include the Value Added Tax at the current rate of 23%
This program is valid from 01/01/2022 to 12/31/2022
Arrival or departure times:
Departure and arrival times are stated in the local time of the respective country of destination and according to respective airline schedules at the time of printing this program, and may therefore be subject to change.
Hotels / Apartments:
Apartments - In case the accommodation is contracted in apartments, the client is responsible for informing the number of people that will occupy the apartment. If there are more people than booked, the apartments may refuse admittance.
Hotels - The prices shown are per person and are based on double occupancy. Not all hotels have triple rooms and usually an extra bed is placed in the room, which may not be of equal quality. In rooms equipped with two beds or a double bed, the triple may consist only of those beds.
The list of hotels and apartments in the program is indicative, as is their category, which is based on local criteria and classifications that are sometimes different from those used in Portugal.
Meals:
Unless otherwise indicated, the prices shown for the Half Board and Full Board supplements do not include drinks.
On arrivals at the hotel after 7PM the first meal service will be breakfast the next day, on the last day and except for the possibility of late check-out, the last service of the hotel will be breakfast.
Check-in and check-out times:
The check-in and check-out times on the first and last day, will be defined according to the first and last service. As a rule, without binding character, the rooms can be used from 2PM on the day of arrival and should be left free by noon (12PM) on the day of departure.
In the apartments, the entry takes place generally at 5PM on the day of arrival and must be left free by 10AM on the day of departure.
Special conditions for children:
Given the conditions applied for children (destination and provider) it is recommended to always question the special conditions that may apply to the tour in question.
Insurande:
The agency offers the sale of insurance that can be purchased depending on the tour to guarantee assistance situations and cancellation expenses.
The maximum age limit, for the insurance, is 75 years-old.
See our full Data Protection and Privacy Policy here.
Documentation
The necessary documentation may vary, depending on your nationality, the country of origin and the places you will travel to. For further information, consult the relevant embassy websites or contact Papa-Léguas.
Withdrawals
If the customer gives up the trip less than 65 days before the departure date, he/she will have to pay 100% of the value of the land program.
Smokers
Smoking is forbidden on the street while in transit, and there are specific places for smokers (but difficult to find).
Luggage
Luggage will always be carried by the participants, so the size of travel bags should be as small as possible.
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Japan is made up of 6,852 islands and this trip goes around seven of its most beautiful islands!
Join us and come discover the diversity of Okinawa’s Main Island, Amami Oshima Island (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the other five islands that southern Japan’s tropical paradise has to offer – Tokashiki Island, Yoron Island, Okinoerabu Island, Tokunoshima Island and Kakeroma Island. Each island has its own unique history, culture and dialect.
What awaits you are coral reefs, crystal blue sea, white sandy beaches, and several breathtaking natural landscapes. This trip was scheduled at this time of year to avoid the extreme summer heat and typhoon season, and is the perfect trip to join if you have visited Japan before and would like to experience something a little different this time.
Come be part of this adventure with a small group, fully accompanied by an experienced guide, and relax on tropical islands with a Japanese touch!
Flight to Naza.
Note: the arrival/departure dates may vary, depending on your origin city. If you have any doubts, contact Papa-Léguas for further clarification.
Meet the local guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel, which is located in downtown Naha.
Once you have checked in, you will have free time to relax or go for a walk.
We spent our first day in Okinawa exploring the historic southern region by private vehicle.
The Battle of Okinawa, a major battle during the Pacific War, was fought mainly in the southern part of Okinawa. We visit several war memorials during the day, including the Himeyuri Peace Museum and the Okinawa Peace Memorial Park and Museum.
Southern Okinawa is also home to some of the most important remains of the Ryukyu Kingdom. We will explore the historic ruins of Tamagusukujo Castle, the sacred site of Sefa-Utaki, and the royal palace of the Ryukyu Kindom, Shuri Castle. In addition to these incredible sites, we will also make a stop at the stunning Mibaru beach, where you'll have ample time to bask in the beauty of its white sandy shores and pristine, crystal-clear waters.
We finish the day with a walk through the streets of the crowded Kokusai-dori district in downtown Naha and then enjoyed a delicious welcome dinner at a local izakaya (Japanese-style restaurant/bar).
Today we travel to the Tokashiki Island by ferry.
Tokashiki Island is the largest of the Kerama Islands and is one of the most popular trips from Okinawa Main Island because of its pristine beaches and its proximity (only 40 minutes by sea line) to Naha. The beaches are paradisiacal and the interior of the island is covered by dense forest. There are also some trails and observation points with amazing views of the ocean and surrounding islands.
Appart from exploring the island, we will also have plenty of free time to relax and enjoy this tropical paradise.
Today we travel from Naha to the quiet seaside village of Onna.
After arrival, we will visit Ryukyu Village, a small theme park that introduces traditional Okinawan culture in the form of a recreated village, traditional dances, music and crafts. Ryukyu Village is also a great place to purchase local handmade sculptures and artwork.
Located on the western side of the island, Onna is famous for its spectacular sunsets. Enjoy this piece of paradise by the sea.
Today we travel further north, to Motobu.
After arriving in Motobu, we will spend some time at the beautiful Sesoko Beach on Sesoko Island. This breathtaking beach is considered the best beach in northern Okinawa. You will have plenty of time to enjoy the white sand beach and crystal clear water.
Next we will visit the famous Churaumi Aquarium, considered one of the richest in Japan, with species such as whale sharks, manatees, sea turtles, and dolphins.
The last stop of the day is the picturesque seaside village of Bise. Enjoy a walk through the narrow streets and authentic old Okinawan houses with traditional paper doors and tangled tatami flooring. Take a trip back in time and see what Okinawan villages were like.
Arrival in Hiroshima in the early evening. It's time to take a bus or cab to the hotel.
Enjoy a day trip to the northernmost point of Okinawa's main island by private vehicle.
Our destination today is Cabo Hedo. Here you can enjoy some of the most spectacular views of the island, as well as see the Pacific Ocean and the East China Sea at the same time from the top of the 70-meter high cliff. On the way to Cape Hedo, we will visit the Kouri Island, where we will enjoy the best panoramic views of the island and the surrounding ocean from the top of the Kouri Ocean Tower. To reach the island, we crossed the long Kouri Bridge.
Any day trip to the northern part of Okinawa would not be complete without visiting some of its beautiful waterfalls. Today we will make stops at two of the most famous areas: the Ogimi Waterfall and the Seven Falls of Kijoka.
Journey from Motobu to Yoron Island by cruise ship.
We travel around the island in a private vehicle making stops at various places of interest, such as the stunning Yurigahama Beach, the Southern Cross Center (museum), and the Yoron Folk Village. Yurigahama Beach has white sand, crystal clear waters, amazing coral reefs and an abundance of marine life. If you are lucky, you can even swim with turtles!
At the Southern Cross Center and Yoron Folk Village you will learn all about the history, culture and heritage of this fascinating little island. Yoron Island is only 20.8 km² in area with a population of about 6000 people.
Travel from Yoron Island to Okinoerabu Island by cruise ship.
When we arrive on Okinoerabu Island, we will tour the island by private vehicle making stops at various places of interest such as the beautiful Okidomari Marine Park, the rugged Cape Tamina, and the stunning "Fucha". The Fucha is a cave formed by thousands of years of erosion from waves crashing against the cliffs. During typhoons and bad weather, the water squirts up to 70 meters high!
Okinoerabu Island is home to more than 300 limestone caves.
This morning we will visit the most spectacular of all: the Shoryudo Cavern. This huge limestone cave is 3.5 km long, with approximately 600 meters, is now open to the public. It was discovered in 1936 and was recently designated a natural monument.
In the afternoon we travel from Okinoerabu Island to Tokunoshima Island by cruise ship.
Once we arrive at Tokunoshima Island, we will go to the hotel by private vehicle and have some free time to relax.
Today we will enjoy a half-day tour of Tokunoshima Island by private vehicle before traveling to our next destination, Amami Oshima, in the afternoon.
Tokunoshima Island is also known as "the island of longevity," due to the unusually high number of supercentenarians who were born and raised on the island. As you explore this piece of paradise, it becomes clear that the slow, relaxed lifestyle of the locals and the untouched natural environment in which they live, is the reason why they live so late.
Today we will visit some of the most beautiful nature sites on the island, including Mushiroze Park, the entrance to the Unbuki underwater caves, Innojofuta Park, Cape Inutabu (Yamato Memorial Monument), and the Kanamizaki Sotetsu Palm Tunnel.
In the afternoon we will make the trip from Tokunoshima Island to Amami Oshima Island by cruise.
Once we arrive at Amami Oshima Island, we will drive to the hotel by private vehicle and have some free time to relax.
Today is the day to enjoy a full-day tour of Northern Amami Oshima Island by private vehicle.
Amami Oshima is the largest island in the Satsunan island chain that stretches between Kyushu and Okinawa. In July 2021, along with Tokunoshima Island, it was designated a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
Today we will explore the northern end of the island, where you will see sugar cane fields, rugged coastlines, white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Some of the sites on today's itinerary include Cape Ayamaru, Tomori Beach, Myojinzaki Observation Deck, Sakibaru Beach, Heart Rock, and Ohama Marine Park (sunset).
As always, you will have plenty of time to enjoy each place at your own pace.
Today the day trip to Kakeroma Island is by private vehicle and ferry.
This is one of those islands that should be on the itinerary as it is considered one of the most beautiful in Japan. We will visit the two best beaches on the island - Saneku Beach and Surihama Beach; the two largest villages on the island - Nishi-Amuro Village and Shodon Village and two natural spots - Kanyu Waterfall and Ankyaba.
We really believe that this could be the best day of the trip!
Today is to explore the southern Amami Oshima island by private vehicle.
Amami Oshima is home to the second largest mangrove forest in Japan (Amami Mangrove Primeval Forest) and today, you will have the opportunity to walk through this majestic forest and take a kayak tour.
Unlike the wide open areas of northern Amami Oshima, the other end of the island is hilly and covered by lush subtropical forest. Today we will make the most of the natural scenery by visiting Arangachi Waterfall, Yuwandake Observatory, Materiya Waterfalls, Dokubama Cliff, and beautiful Kuninao Beach.
In the evening we will have a delicious farewell dinner at a local izakaya (Japanese-style restaurant/bar).
It's a day to enjoy Naze before catching your flight home, at Amami Airport (ASJ).
Depending on your flight time, you can do some last minute local tours or some last minute shopping.
Note: the arrival/departure dates may vary, depending on your origin city. If you have any doubts, contact Papa-Léguas for further clarification.
Arrival to the city of oriig
