Spiti and Leh Bike Expedition Policy and Terms

Travel Master Adventure (TMA) | Manali

The Spiti and Leh bike expedition policy applies to both destinations and all fixed departure motorcycle tours operated by Travel Master Adventure. These are high-altitude Himalayan expeditions, not regular leisure holidays. Although summer is considered the most stable riding season, the route still remains unpredictable. Therefore, landslides, weather changes, road diversions, water crossings, union restrictions, mechanical stress, and operational adjustments may arise at any time. For this reason, the following payment, cancellation, health, damage, and operational terms apply strictly to every participant travelling to Spiti or Leh with TMA.

I. Payment Collection Schedule – Spiti and Leh Bike Expeditions

(TMA Fixed Departure Motorcycle Tours – Spiti & Leh)

Because Himalayan summer inventory is limited and demand is high for both Spiti and Leh departures, the payment structure is fixed and non-negotiable.

Stage Payment Amount Timeline Purpose
Stage 1: Slot Block Booking Amount (Fixed) At booking Seat confirmation and hotel blocking (Non-Refundable)
Stage 2: Confirmation 50% of Total Package Cost 45 Days Before Departure Hotels, support vehicle, permits and crew allocation
Stage 3: Full Settlement 100% of Total Package Cost 21 Days Before Departure Final room allocation, bike planning and operational clearance

Stage 1: Slot Block

Payment Amount Booking Amount (Fixed)
Timeline At booking
Purpose Seat confirmation and hotel blocking (Non-Refundable)

Stage 2: Confirmation

Payment Amount 50% of Total Package Cost
Timeline 45 Days Before Departure
Purpose Hotels, support vehicle, permits and crew allocation

Stage 3: Full Settlement

Payment Amount 100% of Total Package Cost
Timeline 21 Days Before Departure
Purpose Final room allocation, bike planning and operational clearance
Bookings made within 30 days of departure require 100% immediate payment for confirmation. Furthermore, delayed payments may lead to automatic seat cancellation without prior notice.

II. Cancellation and Refund Policy – Spiti & Leh

Cancellation charges for both Spiti and Leh bike expeditions are calculated on the total package cost.

All cancellation timelines are calculated from the official departure date in IST. These terms apply equally to Spiti departures and Leh departures.

III. Destination-Specific Operational Clauses

Spiti Expedition Clause

Spiti routes may involve landslides, slush, broken mountain roads, water crossings, Kunzum side restrictions, and weather-led rerouting. Consequently, TMA reserves full rights to modify route flow, halt points, overnight stays, or sightseeing order when operational safety demands it.

Leh Expedition Clause

Leh and Ladakh routes may involve high passes, sudden weather shifts, military or civil restrictions, local union rules, route closure windows, and permit-related adjustments. Therefore, TMA may revise the itinerary, movement plan, support structure, or stay locations whenever required.

In case of route changes, stay changes, permit delays, union restrictions, or administrative closures, no refund or compensation shall be applicable. Safety-first operations will always prevail.

IV. Motorcycle Security and Damage Policy

Refundable Security Deposit: ₹10,000 per motorcycle (payable before bike handover as per current operational requirement).

Damage includes but is not limited to accidental falls, broken levers, clutch burn due to improper riding, bent rims, crash guard damage, broken lights, handlebar misalignment, or engine damage caused by negligent riding or improper water crossings.

Damage charges are calculated as Original Spare Parts MRP + Labour Charges. Normal wear and tear will be handled by TMA. However, any damage caused by negligent riding, overspeeding, stunt riding, ignoring ride-leader instructions, or reckless use remains the rider’s responsibility.

V. Health and Altitude Responsibility (AMS Clause)

Both Spiti and Leh are high-altitude destinations. Riders may travel between approximately 12,000 and 18,000 feet depending on route design. Therefore, altitude remains a serious factor throughout the expedition.

If a rider develops Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), is advised by medical personnel not to continue, or voluntarily withdraws from the expedition, return transport, hotel, evacuation, or alternate logistics costs must be borne by the rider. Additionally, no refund for unused services will be provided.

TMA reserves the right to discontinue participation of any rider on medical, safety, or behaviour grounds.

VI. Mandatory Riding Documentation

An original valid Driving License with motorcycle-with-gear endorsement is mandatory for both Spiti and Leh expeditions. Without a valid original driving licence, the motorcycle will not be issued.

Government ID proof must also be carried in original form. Permit-related travel, check-post verifications, and operational screening may require it during the journey.

Failure to provide valid documents will be treated as a last-minute cancellation. Therefore, a 100% cancellation charge will apply.

VII. Route, Weather and Force Majeure Policy

Mountain weather is beyond operator control. Therefore, road closures, snowfall on passes, landslides, floods, political restrictions, protests, mechanical delays due to terrain, medical delays, army movement restrictions, or administrative orders may affect the expedition.

Under such conditions, TMA may alter the itinerary, skip a section, hold movement, shorten the tour, extend a halt, or use an alternative route. In such cases, no refund, compensation, or liability claim will arise for missed sightseeing, delayed movement, or altered plans.

VIII. TMA Professional Advantage – Spiti and Leh Operations

Both Spiti and Leh departures are serious Himalayan riding experiences. Therefore, participants should travel with realistic expectations, physical preparation, and a professional expedition mindset.

Agreement Clause

By transferring the booking amount, the participant confirms full acceptance of these Spiti and Leh bike expedition policy and terms, including payment rules, cancellation structure, health clauses, damage responsibility, and operational conditions, without exception.

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