FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Our average batch size is 12 – 14 people who are aged between 22 – 40. Our minimum batch size is 8 people and does not exceed 18. 

While we do not have strict age criteria, we recommend a good level of fitness, as we will spend most of our time on expeditions enjoying the great outdoors.

Yes, it is definitely safe and also enjoyable. In fact, it is recommended! If you’re new to solo travel, we’d be happy to help you learn essential skills, such as using maps and making efficient plans, to ensure your trips (with us and on your own in the future) are smooth and confident. About 60-70% of our travelers are first-time solo adventurers!

Ensuring safety and providing timely support is always a priority at Tales and Trails. We support all genders and are strict about maintaining respect for everyone. Traveling with us is all about inclusiveness and willingness to embrace new adventures with new people in a safe environment.

Yes, absolutely! 

We usually have a good mix of people from various professional backgrounds. We prefer to travel at a relaxed pace and spend the majority of our time enjoying the great outdoors. This means, we sometimes wake up early to catch magnificent sunrises and sometimes stay up late in the night to witness the magical aura of Northern Lights! Along the way, we engage in learning new skills in photography which is just an added bonus. You do not need to be a professional or an experienced photographer to join us. We will help you learn new skills on your phone as well! 

 

Some of the best photographs on our adventures have been captured by amateurs who learnt a few skills with the group.


Don’t take our word for it. Check out tales from the trails in the words of our tripsters on each of the Expedition pages.

Most days of our adventures have a combination of an average of 3 – 5 hours of drive and 3 – 4 hours of moderate hiking. Having said that, you are the best judge of your own fitness levels. We recommend you to go through our itineraries carefully to judge your feasibility to do most of the activities on the trip. We have also given an indicative difficulty meter for each of our adventures. 

Trust us, our adventures are great motivators to commence your fitness journey! If you have never hiked before, a month of simple and consistent workouts before the trip will prepare you well. On the trip, we will take care of you, do not worry. We balance out our day hikes with relaxation and fun in the evening.

Yes, Tales and Trails does provide you with assistance to book your visa appointment, accommodation documents, help you prepare your travel documents, and provide suggestions for booking cost-effective flights. Our tripsters have faced less rejections when they go through the visa process as advised by us. Once you have received your invite and have been added to our WhatsApp group, you can coordinate with your fellow travelers from the same location and make your own flight bookings!

You will find the list of inclusions on each of our Expedition pages. 

In general, the cost is inclusive of:

  • All accommodation for that trip.
  • Domestic transportation at the location.
  • All experiences at that destination, except those which are specifically highlighted in the Expedition page.
  • Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

0%: Full refund if cancelled before 90 days before the trip.

70%: 70% refund if cancelled between 90-60 days of the trip.

30%: 30% refund if cancelled between 60-30 days of the trip.

0%: No refund within 30 days of the trip.

You can transfer your seat to any other person provided he/ she is interested to be part of the trip.
Alternatively you can also keep the funds parked and use it for another trip.

In case the trip gets cancelled/ postponed, participants will be given a full refund minus any cancellation charges on cars/ accommodation booked.

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If you wish to know more about our trip leaders, you can do so on each Experience page.

Sightseeing fun is always a bit unpredictable. Weather, road conditions, and group timing could lead us to shuffle or skip some locations depending on the day’s events.

We may adjust the itinerary as needed for weather, road, or other surprises. If we encounter road closures, we’ll find an alternate route and stay. Any extra costs in this regard will be your responsibility. Flexibility is key!

If you have medical conditions like high blood pressure or asthma, please consult your doctor before joining the tour.

Play nice and follow the rules, or you might have to get a one-way ticket home without any refunds. 

Follow the guidelines from our local guides and partners, and remember that some areas will be camera-free.

If you decide to leave the tour early, there’s no refund. 

Unused services are non-refundable. 

We are serious about our sustainability goals. Please bring a sturdy steel water bottle and avoid single-use plastics. 

Your luggage is your responsibility at all points in time during the trip. Keep your gear light and compact to fit in the car’s boot space.

We reserve the right to take photographs or videos during the expedition for any commercial or promotional use. By joining an expedition, you agree to such use of your photographs and videos. Copyright in all photographs, videos and related materials created by a participant shall belong to the participant. 

In case of occurrence of unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances, Tales and Trails will not be liable for any changes or cancellations effected to your bookings. “Unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances” means war, threat of war, riot, terrorist activity, natural or nuclear disaster, pandemic, epidemic or any other situation that we deem to be unavoidable and extraordinary circumstance. However, we will endeavor to provide prompt assistance and, where possible, offer alternative arrangements or refunds as per our policies.

Enjoy your adventure with us, and let’s make some unforgettable memories!

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