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Travel Package Inclusions and Exclusions Explained

What common terms in a package quote actually mean, and what is usually left out.

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Indian travellers

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October 2026

Common terms decoded

Term	What it usually means
CP, MAP, AP	Breakfast only; breakfast plus one meal; all meals. Confirm the exact plan.
SIC transfers	Shared transfers with other guests, on a fixed schedule.
Private transfers	A vehicle just for your group.
Sightseeing on SIC	Group tours; timings fixed by the operator.
Entry fees	Tickets for attractions; sometimes excluded.
Land package	Hotels, transfers and tours, without flights.

Often excluded

Flights, unless stated
Visa fees and insurance
Lunches and dinners on non-meal-plan days
Entry fees and optional activities
Tips and personal expenses
Peak-season surcharges and gala dinners

How to be sure

Ask the agent to list inclusions and exclusions in plain words, per day. Anything that matters to you should be written, not implied.

Frequently asked questions

What is a land package?

A package that includes hotels, transfers and sightseeing but not flights.

Are taxes included?

Not always. Ask whether the price is final.

Are tips included?

Usually not. Ask what is customary at the destination.

How can QuoteMyTrip help?

Post your requirement once, and travel agents can send plans and quotes that you can compare side by side. QuoteMyTrip does not take bookings or payments for trips.

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