An 8-day cultural journey through Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Lake Titicaca, combining community-based tourism, Andean traditions and iconic archaeological sites. Experience authentic stays with local families in Huilloc and Amantaní, enjoy traditional Pachamanca and Andean cuisine, and participate in ancestral painting and pottery workshops. Discover Machu Picchu, the archaeological complex of Raqchi, and the historic Andahuaylillas Chapel, before exploring the floating islands of Uros and Taquile and their living traditions. The journey concludes with a reflective visit to Aramu Muru, connecting travelers with the landscapes, culture and ancestral heritage of the Andes.
ITINERARY
DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN CUSCO + HUILLOC COMMUNITY (LOCAL GUIDE)
How exciting it is to arrive in Cusco! (Preferably a flight arriving before 11:00 am) Upon your arrival at Velasco Astete Airport, our team will give you a warm welcome before taking you to the rural community of Huilloc , located at 3,780 meters above sea level. There, in the home of a family , you will live an authentic and moving experience.
In this picturesque Andean village, the family will open the doors of their home to you and invite you to be part of their daily life, sharing traditional activities, games and moments of togetherness.
At 12:30 pm, a special welcome from the community, followed by a "Pachamanca" lunch, which includes a variety of potatoes, sweet potato, anu, plantain, beef, guinea pig, chicken, cheese, broad beans and corn.
At 2:30 p.m., you will participate in a cultural activity that will allow you to learn more about the ancestral customs of Huilloc and the way of life of its inhabitants . It will be an ideal opportunity to interact with the community and learn from their wisdom. (Choose one*)
At 7:00 pm, enjoy a family dinner where you can savor homemade dishes prepared with local ingredients, in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Rest at the Huilloc glamping site.
DAY 02: HUILLOC COMMUNITY + CUYO CHICO COMMUNITY (WITHOUT A TOUR GUIDE)
At 7:30 a.m., we enjoyed a delicious breakfast surrounded by family and nature. Afterward, we prepared for a cultural activity. ( Choose one*)
At 10:00 a.m., we packed our bags and said goodbye to the children and the lovely family. On the way to the community of Cuyo Chico, we made a brief stop at a hotel in the Sacred Valley to drop off our luggage.
At 12:30 pm, Master Vicente Rayo Quispe welcomes us to the community and invites us to enjoy a premium Andean lunch outdoors (Andean Style* See Image*), connecting with Pachamama (Mother Earthland). It's an opportunity to enjoy Andean products from Cusco, derived from ancestral agricultural knowledge practiced from the Inca Empire to the present day. ( See menu*)
Ancestral Painting Workshop in front of the Pisac Archaeological Complex in an Andean-style setting: After lunch, we begin the workshop with the distribution of materials and instructions from the instructor. Guided by his experience, we begin painting with ancestral techniques and six traditional colors. Later, each participant will have the opportunity to create their own design. Afterward, we will present the finished works and then visit the "Sounds of the Andes" Interpretation Center to learn about the ancestral sounds of the region.
We ended the experience with an emotional farewell.
This workshop not only allows you to take home a handmade piece as a souvenir, but also offers a moment of peace, creativity and connection with ancestral Andean art.
In the afternoon, we went to the hotel.
Accommodation in Valle.
DAY 03: MACHU PICCHU (WITH ON-SITE TOUR GUIDE)
Breakfast at the hotel.
The day has arrived to visit one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World . We will travel to the Ollantaytambo train station and arrive at the Machu Picchu town station , where our team will assist us in boarding the bus that will take us to the entrance of the sanctuary. The journey along a road with breathtaking curves will offer spectacular views of the Urubamba River as it carves the famous canyon. The Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, will welcome us with its incredible terraces, staircases, ceremonial sites, and urban areas. The energy emanates from the entire site. After a guided tour, we will return to town to enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the local restaurants. Finally, we will return to the city of Cusco, filled with unforgettable memories .
Overnight in Cusco.
DAY 04: SUN ROUTE CUSCO - PUNO: RAQCHI COMMUNITY + TRADITIONAL CERAMICS WORKSHOP (WITH PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE)
Breakfast at the hotel.
We packed our things to head to the community of Raqchi, located between the cities of Cusco and Puno. Raqchi is known for the collaborative work of eight families, led by women committed to sustainable development and community-based tourism.
On this journey, we'll visit some important attractions that will leave you in awe. First, the chapel of Andahuaylillas, known as "the Sistine Chapel of the Americas" for the breathtaking beauty of its murals. A true artistic treasure!
Upon arrival, the women warmly welcomed us and shared their way of life. We visited the Raqchi Archaeological Park, accompanied by the community, to explore one of the most impressive Inca complexes in the area.
We enjoyed a lunch prepared with Andean-inspired products , bursting with local flavors. Afterward, we participated in a traditional pottery workshop , a living expression of Raqchi's identity, and had free time to appreciate the scenery and purchase handmade crafts.
With gratitude, we said goodbye to our hosts and continued our journey to Puno.
Our next stop will be La Raya Pass , the natural border between the cities of Cusco and Puno . The views here are simply spectacular!
Finally, we will visit the fascinating Lithic Museum of Pukara, where we will admire the famous sculpture of Hatun Ñan Qac, known as the supreme executioner. This museum is a window into the past and the ancient cultures that inhabited this region.
Accommodation in Puno.
DAY 05: UROS COMMUNITY - AMANTANÍ COMMUNITY (WITH PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE)
Breakfast at the hotel.
At 7:45 AM, the excursion begins with a transfer from your hotel to the port of Puno to board our boat bound for the Floating Islands of Uros, Amantani, and Taquile. Our first destination is the Uros Islands, located 10 km and a 45-minute boat ride from Puno . We will visit two of the more than 100 islets, where we will learn about their way of life, history, customs, and main activities such as handicrafts, tourism, and artisanal fishing. During the visit, our guide will explain the construction of the Floating Islands, which are made from totora reeds. Native families will also invite us for an additional 20-minute ride on their traditional totora reed boats.
Next, we'll head to Amantani Island (a 2-hour and 45-minute journey). Upon arrival, a family will be waiting to welcome us into their home and show us their way of life and offer us a taste of their traditional cuisine (family lunch). In the afternoon, we'll ascend to the temples of "Pacha Tata" and "Pacha Mama," ancestral archaeological sites that are ritualistic places also known as "Apus." We'll be able to appreciate the majestic panoramic view of the sunset over Lake Titicaca. We'll then descend to the main square where each family will take us back to our homestay.
To end the day, we will have dinner with the family and participate in a welcome offered by the community.
Resting at a family home on Amantani Island.
DAY 06: AMANTANÍ COMMUNITY - TAQUILE COMMUNITY (WITH PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE)
The next day, we'll begin with a traditional breakfast, savoring the authentic flavors of the region before embarking on our journey to the magical island of Taquile. Upon arrival, we'll immerse ourselves in its charm with a 40-minute walk, surrounded by breathtaking views of Lake Titicaca. Reaching the main square, we'll be welcomed by the island's warm inhabitants, guardians of a vibrant and profound culture . Our guide will reveal the secrets of their history, the meaning behind their colorful clothing, the mastery of their handweaving , and the traditions that have made this place a true cultural treasure, recognized by UNESCO in 2005 as a " Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity."
At midday, we'll enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant with a spectacular view of the lake , where the breeze and tranquility of the surroundings will envelop us. Afterward, we'll explore the area, discovering the iconic stone arches that have witnessed time and generations. Finally, we'll begin our descent to the island's port, where our boat will be waiting to take us back to the city of Puno and then to our hotel, thus concluding an unforgettable experience filled with culture, history, and a connection to the essence of the people of Taquile, Amantaní, and Uros.
Accommodation in Puno.
DAY 07: ARAMU MURU (WITH PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE)
Breakfast at the hotel
A visit to Aramu Muru represents one of the most special and mystical moments on the Aymara Route. This enigmatic portal carved into a natural rock formation is considered by local tradition to be a sacred energy center, linked to ancient spiritual ceremonies and legends about portals connecting worlds.
Upon arrival, a mindful approach walk will take place, allowing for a gradual connection with the natural environment and the silence of the high plateau. In front of the portal, the guide will share ancestral stories, symbolic interpretations, and the spiritual significance of the place within the Andean worldview.
Visitors will have time for contemplation and reflection, ideal for personal introspection, meditation, or simply to feel the energy of the space, always respecting the environment and local traditions. This experience invites you to reconnect with yourself, with nature, and with the ancestral wisdom of the Andes. Return to the hotel.
Accommodation in Puno.
DAY 08: DEPARTURE FROM PUNO
Breakfast at the hotel, enjoying the last moments in the Folklore Capital of Peru.
At the agreed-upon time, our team will transfer you to Inca Manco Cápac Airport for your return flight to Lima or your home country. Thank you for visiting Puno!
Thank you for visiting Cusco and Puno, for sharing with the communities and their traditions!
أمانتاني - جزيرة تاكويلي - بونو
Services include private tourist transportation and a private tour guide.
In the communities of Huilloc and Cuyo Chico, an external guide english is not included, as the experience is provided directly by the community.
For passengers who do not speak Spanish, an additional guide is required.
ADDITIONAL
English-speaking guide in Huilloc and Cuyo Chico
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<h1>Privacy Policy</h1>
<p class="last-updated">Last update: 10th May 2025</p>
<h2>DESCRIPTION:</h2>
<p>The acceptance of the privacy policy of Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC (later called "Privacy policy") is a necessary condition for using this service.</p>
<p>This "Privacy policy" regulates the recompilation, treatment, and usage of the personal and no personal information of the users of the service, since the date of entry into that appears in the header.</p>
<p>Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC is going to ask always to the users before the using their data for any purpose other than those described in this Privacy Policy.</p>
<p>In the treatment of personal data of its users, NextHolidays travel & Tourism LLC complies at all times with current legislation, specifically (UE) 2016/679, of 14 April 2016, on the protection of natural persons with regard to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, and repealing Directive 95/46/EC (General Data Protection Regulation). To do this, they adopt the technical and organizational measures to prevent loss, misuse, alteration, unauthorized access and theft of personal data, given the state of technology access, the nature of the data and risks to which they are exposed.</p>
<h2>Collected information</h2>
<p>The service can be used for users by different ways, for example searching information of destinations or be a registered user, collecting different information in every case.</p>
<h3>Non registered user</h3>
<p>In this case the service collects the IP address, and the following information of the user (later a "Non Personal Information")</p>
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<li>Redirected by doing click in another website</li>
<li>Storing cookies on the user’s computer hard drive. See our <a href="#">Cookie Policy</a> for more information.</li>
<li>Specific data of the device used by the user (for example, the model, version of the operative system, errors that are generated using the Service, which navigator is used, language, date an hour of the request, URL of reference, others...)</li>
<li>Data of the user location using different technologies, for example GPS signals sends by a mobile phone, information through WiFi Acces, information on access points Wi-Fi antennas or nearest mobile telephony, among others. Always according to the privacy settings on your device.</li>
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<p>Moreover, Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC uses Google Analytics, which is an analytic service owned by Google, Inc. residing in the United States with headquarters at 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, California 94043 To provide these services, they use cookies that collect information, including the IP address of the user, which will be transmitted, processed and stored by Google on the terms set out in the web <a href="www.google.com">www.google.com</a>. Including the possible transmission of such information to third parties for legal requirement reasons or where such third parties process the information on behalf of Google.</p>
<p>Anyway, you are able to disable these cookies of Google Analytics <a href="#">here</a></p>
<h3>Registered user</h3>
<p>Every user has to indicate in the registration process: Name and last name, country, telephone number and e-maill. Then every user has to choose a password which confidentially has to keep.</p>
<p>The user who wants to book a trip using the Service has to indicate in addition: DNI or ID Card, date of birth, flight dates, transports, hotels or services hired and payment method.</p>
<p>Moreover, when you make a reservation for another person using Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC, the software is going to ask about the personal information and preferences of the other person.</p>
<p>You must have permission from those other persons before providing their personal data and trip preferences</p>
<h2>Rights and purposes</h2>
<p>Under the provisions of the Data Protection Act, we inform you that the completion of forms by the user is voluntary, although the failure to complete the required fields limits the access or use of the Service.</p>
<p>Personal information that users gives us are automatically incorporated and in the files owned by Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC for future user request in order to meet all their needs, also to keep in touch with them via e-mail, to ask about the activity of the service and their services.</p>
<p>The User is allowed in every moment to perform its access rights, rectify or cancel their Personal Information sending an e-mail to <a href="mailto:info@nextholidaystravel.com">info@nextholidaystravel.com</a></p>
<p><a href="#">Here</a> you will find different types to exercise such rights.</p>
<p>Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC respects the confidentiality of the data collected in the file, and makes use of it in accordance with the purpose, to fulfil its obligation of custody and to take all necessary measures to prevent alteration, loss, or unauthorized access data, in accordance with the provisions of (EU) 2016/679 ("GDPR"), The General Data Protection Regulation approving the Regulations implementing the data Protection Act is approved</p>
<p>To delete a User in Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC, you have to contact with <a href="mailto:info@nextholidaystravel.com">info@nextholidaystravel.com</a></p>
<h2>Minors</h2>
<p>The service is focused on adults with full legal power to make use of the system. Minors are not authorized to use the Service.</p>
<p>If Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC requires a User accreditation of age, and it is not satisfactory, Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC reserves the right to terminate and cancel this user data</p>
<p>If the Service discovers any user who is a minor, this account is going to be closed immediately as its Personal and No Personal information deleted</p>
<h2>Use of data</h2>
<p>Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC is going to use data of its users for commercial, personalization, operational and statistical reasons</p>
<p>In this sense, we use the collected information to offer requested products and services; send confirmation and updates on your trip; manage your account; communicate with you in general; answer your questions and comments; prevent potentially prohibited or illegal activities and enforce our terms and conditions.</p>
<p>Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC is going to use the user’s e-mail for the followings reasons, that the users accepts:</p>
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<li>Sending newsletters, the User can cancel this service at any time.</li>
<li>Notifies service questions or user (for example, reset password)</li>
<li>Notify misconduct and, if necessary, report the suspension or withdrawal of the User account.</li>
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<p>By accessing or using the service, user explicitly agrees to receive these emails, but may unsubscribe: a) specified in any communication link is sent via email or; b) sending an email to <a href="mailto:info@nextholidaystravel.com">info@nextholidaystravel.com</a>. However, the user may not unsubscribe from our correspondence determined as messages concerning your account, the same security issues or the terms and conditions of service</p>
<p>Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC may also use the Personal user Information as anonymous data to show to third parties. You can also share statistics and demographic information about users and their use of the Service with third parties, but none of this will enable those third parties to identify a user.</p>
<h2>Services suppliers and others.</h2>
<p>There are others who manage part of the Service. These others are obligated by Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC to comply this Policy Privacy as applicable to them and also they must have their own. However, Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC will not be responsible for compliance with this policy.</p>
<p>In some cases, Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC could share, use, preserve or disclose the Personal Information to other, of non-aggregated form.</p>
<h3>To provide the Service</h3>
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<li>Suppliers, as hotels providers, airlines or activities providers are used to compose the trip. In Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC, all the services are provided by a third party provider and they are described as them. We recommend that to examine the privacy policy of every other who provides the service. Please note that these suppliers also may contact you as necessary to obtain additional information.</li>
<li>Third party suppliers which provide services, including the processing of credits cars, commercial analytics, customer service or marketing. are able to collect and have access to the necessary information to act their functions, but they have no power to share or use this information for others ends.</li>
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<h3>To cooperate with competent authorities</h3>
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<li>We though that is currently necessary to satisfy every law or legal process from all around the world and we believe that if we do it our responsibility will be diminished. In any case, we only provide the information required.</li>
<li>We believe that this kind of actions are appropriated to comply with the terms and conditions of Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC, including any investigation of possible violations of them</li>
<li>If its necessary to detect, prevent or otherwise address and prosecute fraud, security or technical issues related to Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC</li>
<li>If this action is according to protect the rights, property or security of Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC, employers and users.</li>
<li>We believe it is reasonably necessary to satisfy any law or on its own initiative or at the request of third parties who prove a legitimate interest.</li>
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<p>In every way, if Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC is part of a fusion, acquisition or another transaction which is related with the sale of all or some of its assets or securities with voting rights, User information, including Personal Information obtained through the Service, may be included in the transferred assets or securities. If this happens, your personal information will remain subject to this Privacy Policy.</p>
<h2>Security measures</h2>
<p>Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC takes all necessary technical and organizational measures to protect the security and integrity of personal information against unauthorized access and against alteration, loss or accidental destruction</p>
<p>Thus, sending a data submission made by the user through the Service, for example when the payment is protected by techniques of electronic security in the network. Also, the information provided and stored in the databases of Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC is also protected by security systems that prevent access to them by unauthorized third parties</p>
<p>Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC makes its best efforts to provide the most updated for the effectiveness of these safety systems. In addition, Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC stores Personal Information for as long as the rules allow, and periodically destroys it if no longer needed</p>
<p>Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC cannot guarantee the absolute security of personal information, so the user must collaborate and use at all times and common sense on the Personal Information Publishing</p>
<p>The user must be aware that publishing the data will be its own responsibility. Next Holidays travel & Tourism LLC cannot guarantee that the published information will not be seen by unauthorized persons. You understand and acknowledge that, even after disposal, Personal Information may remain visible in cache or if other users have copied or stored Information</p>
<h2>Changes of the Privacy Policy</h2>
<p>We may update this Privacy Policy in the future.</p>
<p>We will inform you about material changes to this Privacy Policy by sending a notice to the email address you gave us and by placing a notice in a prominent location on our website</p>
<h2>Contact</h2>
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<p>If you have questions about this Privacy Policy contact us at:</p>
<p><strong>Next Holidays Travel & Tourism LLC</strong><br>
Deira, Riggat Al-Buteen – Salemiyah Tower floor 12, Dubai, UAE.<br>
Telephone: (+971) 04-5581670<br>
e-mail address: <a href="mailto:info@nextholidaystravel.com">info@nextholidaystravel.com</a></p>
<p>In addition, you can communicate directly with the travel provider phone number or address provided on your travel itinerary</p>
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<h1>Refund Policy</h1>
<p>At Next Holidays Travel and Tourism LLC, we strive to provide our customers with seamless and enjoyable travel experiences. However, we understand that plans may change, and cancellations or modifications might be necessary. This Refund Policy outlines the terms and conditions governing refunds, cancellations, and non-refundable services to ensure transparency and fairness for both our customers and our company.</p>
<h2>1. General Refund & Cancellation Policy</h2>
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<li>Refund eligibility depends on the type of booking, supplier policies (airlines, hotels, tour operators, etc.), and the timing of the cancellation.</li>
<li>Many travel services (such as discounted airfares, hotel bookings, and special packages) may be non-refundable as per the terms set by third-party providers.</li>
<li>Next Holidays Travel and Tourism LLC acts as an intermediary between customers and travel suppliers, meaning we must adhere to their cancellation and refund rules.</li>
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<h2>2. Cancellation by the Customer</h2>
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<li><strong>Refundable Bookings:</strong> If a booking is eligible for a refund, the amount returned will depend on the supplier’s policy and any applicable cancellation fees. Processing times may vary (typically 7–30 business days).</li>
<li><strong>Non-Refundable Bookings:</strong> Some bookings (e.g., promotional fares, certain hotel reservations, or last-minute deals) may not qualify for any refund. Customers will be informed of this before confirmation.</li>
<li><strong>Partial Refunds:</strong> In cases where only part of a booking is refundable (e.g., flights but not hotels), refunds will be processed accordingly.</li>
<li><strong>Processing Fees:</strong> Next Holidays Travel and Tourism LLC may retain a service fee for cancellations, as administrative costs apply.</li>
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<h2>3. Supplier-Imposed Fees</h2>
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<li>Airlines, hotels, and other service providers often enforce strict cancellation policies. These rules override Next Holidays Travel and Tourism LLC’s policies, and we cannot issue refunds if the supplier denies them.</li>
<li><strong>Airline Tickets:</strong> Most discounted fares are non-refundable. Some may allow changes with penalties, while others are entirely inflexible.</li>
<li><strong>Hotel Reservations:</strong> Refundability depends on the rate type booked (e.g., "Free Cancellation" vs. "Non-Refundable").</li>
<li><strong>Tour Packages & Activities:</strong> Many tours have strict cancellation windows (e.g., 48–72 hours prior) for refunds.</li>
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<h2>4. No-Show Policy</h2>
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<li>Failure to show up for a booked service (flight, hotel, tour, etc.) without prior cancellation will result in a full forfeiture of the payment with no refund.</li>
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<h2>5. Force Majeure & Unforeseen Circumstances</h2>
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<li>Next Holidays Travel and Tourism LLC is not liable for refunds due to events beyond our control, including but not limited to:
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<li>Natural disasters, pandemics, or government travel restrictions.</li>
<li>Airline/hotel operational changes (delays, cancellations, overbookings).</li>
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<li>In such cases, we will assist customers in rescheduling or claiming refunds only if permitted by the supplier.</li>
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<h2>6. Refund Processing Time</h2>
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<li>Approved refunds may take 7–30 business days to reflect in the original payment method, depending on banking processes.</li>
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<h2>7. Disputes & Customer Support</h2>
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<li>If you believe a refund was wrongly denied, please contact our customer support team at info@nextholidaystravel.com .</li>
<li>All refund requests must be submitted in writing.</li>
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<h2>8. Policy Updates</h2>
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<li>Next Holidays Travel and Tourism LLC reserves the right to modify this policy at any time. Customers are bound by the policy in effect at the time of booking.</li>
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<p>By making a booking with Next Holidays Travel and Tourism LLC, you acknowledge and agree to this Refund Policy.</p>
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