The Alternate Return Process Encore Tours offers our passengers flexibility in their flight arrangements. Passengers may choose our “No Air Fare” package price should they choose to arrange flights on their own and join the group at the hotel. They may also choose our “Alternate Return” option which allows them to depart or return from different gateways. Should you choose our “Alternate Return” option, here’s how to get started: Fill out our Alternate Return Form below no later than 90 days prior to departure Pay the $200 alternate return fee (Note: Each subsequent change will be $130) After your payment and form have been received, you will be sent a flight option to confirm. Your requests will be taken into consideration while choosing the best option for you. Upon confirmation, you will be billed any additional airline ticket costs from the original group airfare Important Considerations: No changes to airfare may be made within 65 days of departure Non-stop flights cannot be guaranteed While particular airlines and flight numbers can be requested, they are also not guaranteed Specific airlines cannot be guaranteed Contacts us at questions@encoretours.com to learn more!
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