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A valid passport is required for all international travelers. Please check your passport's expiration date well in advance of your travel plans as many foreign governments require that your passport be valid for six (6) months after the completion of your travel. As U.S. passport processing can be unexpectedly delayed, we recommend applying early and/or using a Passport Service for new or renewal applications.
Visa requirements vary according to the nationality of the passport holder. For travelers who are not citizens of the United States, please consult a visa service or the embassy of your destination country for visa requirements. It is each traveler’s responsibility to obtain their required visas.
Since visas are necessary for some tours we offer the following option to obtain required visas:
Through a Visa Service:For those who wish more complete visa services, our recommended visa service, CIBT, can provide documentation services. The following prices are per person and cover all fees plus return of the documents to your home by Federal Express service.
[1] 3-5 business day Russia visa service is available at a cost of $323. Please inquire at time of booking for details.
FreeStyle Add-Ons may change the visa (e.g. multiple entry from single entry) required from that shown tour products. Please confirm the visas for your itinerary at time of booking. You may also make your own visa arrangements directly with the consulate of your destination country. Please be aware that for Russia, you will need additional documentation from General Tours. We are happy to prepare this for you at your request provided the booking is under deposit and a $25 visa documentation fee is submitted. Several countries provide "on-arrival" visas which do not need to be purchased in advance, or your visa is included in your tour cost. Visas secured upon arrival may require that you carry 2 or more passport photos. These countries are:
Please note that visa requirements are subject to change, and should be confirmed at the time of booking. The Tour Operator is not responsible for the refusal or delayed processing of visas and passports by Consular offices and normal cancellation charges will apply.
On Safari in Kenya - A visa for Kenya is required for U.S. citizens.On Safari in Tanzania - A visa for Tanzania is required for U.S. citizensInto Africa: On Safari in Kenya & Tanzania - Visas for Kenya and Tanzania are required for U.S. citizens
An Australia visa is required for U.S. citizens for these tours:
A Journey to Australia & New ZealandA Taste of AustraliaAustralia, New Zealand & the Great Barrier Reef
A Brazil visa is required for U.S. citizens for these tours:
Classic RioCarnival in Rio!Three Jewels: Rio, Iguassu & Buenos AiresAlong the Amazon to Rio
Upon arrival in Chile, a tourist fee must be paid in US Dollars. At time of printing, the fee was $100 per person
Cross the Andes to Argentinas PatagoniaThe Fjords of ChilePatagonia ExpressTraditions & Flavors of South America: Buenos Aires to SantiagoAround the Horn from ArgentinaAcross the Andes of South America
A China visa is required for U.S. citizens for these tours:
Adventures on the Trans-Siberian - a visa for Russia and a single-entry visa for China is requiredAlong the YangtzeBeijing, Hong Kong & the YangtzeChina SamplerChina Sampler EscortedChina Style!China to Tibet by RailClassic Cities of ChinaClassic Cities of China EscortedEthnic Traditions of Southern ChinaFrom Japan to Chinas YangtzeHistorical China, Tibet & the YangtzePriceBuster BeijingSpirit of India and BhutanThe Horsemen of Mongolia (double entry visa required)The Shangri-La Experience in ChinaWater Towns of ChinaYangtze SamplerYangtze Sojourn
An Egypt visa is required for U.S. citizens for these tours:
From the Sultans to the Pharaohs - Visas for Turkey and Egypt are required for U.S. citizensRiver of the PharaohsThe Pleasures of Cleopatra
A single-entry visa for India is required for U.S. citizens for these tours:
Grandeur of India and Nepal - double entry visa for India and a Nepal visa is requiredIncredible India! Land of the Maharajahs Kerala, India: Spas, Houseboats & WildlifeRhythms & Colors India from North to South
A visa for Russia is required for U.S. citizens for these tours:
Adventures on the Trans-Siberian - a visa for Russia and a single-entry visa for China is requiredDiscover Moscow & St. PetersburgJewels of Eastern Europe & RussiaKremlin and HermitageLost Palaces of the CzarsMake A Difference in RussiaRussia SamplerSplendid Waterways of the CzarsSplendid Waterways of the Lower VolgaSplendid Waterways of the Volga and Caspian Sea
A visa for Vietnam and Cambodia is required for U.S. citizens for these tours:
Cruising the Mekong & Irawaddy - Visas for Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar are required for U.S. citizensDiscover Thailand & Angkor Wat - A visa for Cambodia only is required for U.S. citizens.Legendary IndochinaLegendary Indochina and SingaporeThe Mekong River & Angkor WatVietnam Sampler - A visa for Vietnam only is required for U.S. CitizensVisions of Vietnam & Angkor Wat
A visa for Russia and a single-entry China visa is required for U.S. citizens.
Single entry visas for China, India & Nepal are required for U.S. citizens. A Travel Permit for Tibet is included.
A single entry visa for Jordan is required for U.S. citizens and is available upon arrival at the Amman airport.
A visa for Turkey is required for U.S. citizens.
U.S. Passport holders need a visa for the following countries: Cambodia, China, India, Myanmar and Vietnam
Visas for Vietnam, Cambodia and Myanmar are required for U.S. citizens
Visas for Turkey and Egypt are required for U.S. citizens.
A double entry visa for India and a Nepal visa are required for U.S. citizens.
A visa for Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar is required for U.S. citizens.
