Booking, Delivery & Service Policy

Last Updated: 2026

This policy explains how customers can book tourism services through Ark Touring, how bookings are confirmed, and how tour services are delivered.

By submitting a booking through the Ark Touring website, the customer agrees to the procedures described below.


1. Scope

This policy applies to tourism services offered through Ark Touring, including:

  • Tour packages
  • Private tours
  • Group tours
  • Guided tours
  • Day tours
  • Excursions
  • Sightseeing programs
  • Cultural and heritage tours
  • Adventure and outdoor activities
  • Other tourism programs offered by Ark Touring

2. Selecting a Tour

Customers can browse the tours available on the Ark Touring website and review the information provided for each tour.

Tour information may include:

  • Tour description
  • Destination
  • Duration
  • Tour dates
  • Price
  • Number of participants
  • Meeting or starting point
  • Tour inclusions
  • Tour exclusions
  • Important information
  • Cancellation conditions

Customers should carefully review the tour information before making a booking.


3. Making a Booking

To request a tour, the customer may be required to provide:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Number of participants
  • Preferred tour date
  • Other information necessary to organize the tour

The customer is responsible for ensuring that all information submitted is accurate.


4. Booking Request

Submitting a booking through the website constitutes a request to purchase the selected tourism service.

Depending on the tour and availability, the booking may be:

Instantly confirmed, or

Subject to confirmation by Ark Touring.

Where a booking requires confirmation, Ark Touring will review availability and confirm the booking as soon as reasonably possible.


5. Payment

Where online payment is available, the customer may be required to complete payment during the booking process.

Other payment methods may be offered for selected tours.

A booking requiring payment will not normally be considered fully confirmed until the required payment has been successfully received or otherwise confirmed by Ark Touring.


6. Booking Confirmation

After a booking has been successfully confirmed, Ark Touring will provide the customer with appropriate confirmation details.

Depending on the tour, the confirmation may include:

  • Booking reference
  • Customer information
  • Tour name
  • Tour date
  • Number of participants
  • Price
  • Meeting point
  • Starting time
  • Important instructions
  • Contact information

Customers should keep their booking confirmation and make it available when requested.


7. Tour Voucher

Where applicable, Ark Touring may issue a tour voucher or electronic confirmation.

The voucher may be provided by:

  • Email
  • Customer account
  • Website
  • WhatsApp
  • Another agreed communication method

Customers should review the voucher carefully and contact Ark Touring promptly if any information appears to be incorrect.


8. Meeting Point and Starting Time

The customer must arrive at the designated meeting point at the time stated in the booking confirmation or tour itinerary.

Meeting-point information may be provided through:

  • Booking confirmation
  • Tour voucher
  • Email
  • WhatsApp
  • Direct communication with the customer

Customers are responsible for allowing sufficient time to reach the meeting point.


9. Tour Delivery

Ark Touring will make reasonable efforts to provide the tour in accordance with the confirmed itinerary.

The tour may include services such as:

  • Professional guiding
  • Transportation related to the tour
  • Sightseeing
  • Visits to attractions
  • Cultural experiences
  • Activities
  • Other services specifically included in the tour description

The exact services provided will depend on the confirmed tour.


10. Changes to the Tour

Tour schedules and itineraries may occasionally need to change because of:

  • Weather conditions
  • Road conditions
  • Site closures
  • Government requirements
  • Safety considerations
  • Local circumstances
  • Operational requirements
  • Circumstances beyond Ark Touring’s reasonable control

Where reasonably possible, Ark Touring will inform customers of significant changes and provide an appropriate alternative.

Minor changes that do not materially affect the overall nature of the tour may be made when necessary.


11. Customer’s Responsibility During the Tour

Customers are expected to:

  • Follow instructions provided by the guide or tour representative
  • Respect local laws and regulations
  • Follow safety instructions
  • Respect cultural and religious sites
  • Respect other tour participants
  • Arrive at agreed meeting points on time
  • Inform the guide or Ark Touring of any relevant issue during the tour

Failure to follow reasonable safety or operational instructions may affect the customer’s participation in the tour.


12. Delays

Customers should understand that tourism services may occasionally be affected by circumstances such as:

  • Traffic
  • Weather
  • Road conditions
  • Delays at attractions
  • Local events
  • Government or security requirements
  • Other circumstances beyond Ark Touring’s reasonable control

Ark Touring will make reasonable efforts to minimize the impact of delays.


13. Communication With Customers

Ark Touring may communicate with customers regarding their booking through:

  • Email
  • Telephone
  • WhatsApp
  • SMS
  • Website notifications
  • Other contact methods provided by the customer

Customers should ensure that the contact information provided during booking remains accessible before and during the tour.


14. Tour Guide and Representative

Where a tour includes a guide or tour representative, the guide or representative may provide information concerning:

  • Meeting arrangements
  • Tour itinerary
  • Safety
  • Timing
  • Local conditions
  • Site regulations
  • Changes to the itinerary

Customers are expected to cooperate with reasonable instructions provided during the tour.


15. Failure to Attend

If a customer does not attend the tour at the agreed meeting point and time, the booking may be treated as a no-show.

No-show and late-arrival consequences are governed by the Cancellation & Refund Policy and any specific conditions applicable to the tour.


16. Special Requirements

Customers should inform Ark Touring before booking, or as early as possible after booking, about any special requirements that may affect participation in the tour.

Examples may include:

  • Mobility requirements
  • Dietary requirements where relevant to the tour
  • Accessibility requirements
  • Other reasonable arrangements

Ark Touring will make reasonable efforts to accommodate such requirements where possible.

However, not all tours or locations may be suitable for every requirement.


17. Children and Minors

Where a tour has specific age restrictions or requirements, these will be stated in the tour information.

A parent or legal guardian remains responsible for minors participating in a tour.

Ark Touring may require appropriate adult supervision depending on the nature of the tour.


18. Tour Availability

Tour availability may depend on:

  • Date
  • Number of participants
  • Guide availability
  • Local conditions
  • Site availability
  • Government requirements
  • Other operational factors

Displaying a tour on the website does not necessarily guarantee availability for every date.


19. Documents and Information Required

Customers may be required to provide identification or other information when necessary for the organization or delivery of a tour.

Where documents are required, customers are responsible for providing valid and accurate information within the required timeframe.


20. Service Completion

A tour is considered delivered when the agreed tourism program has been substantially provided according to the confirmed booking.

Where circumstances outside Ark Touring’s reasonable control affect part of the itinerary, Ark Touring will make reasonable efforts to provide an alternative where possible.

Refund matters are handled according to the Cancellation & Refund Policy.


21. Customer Feedback

After completing a tour, customers may be invited to provide feedback or a review.

Customer feedback helps Ark Touring improve the quality of its tourism services.

Any use of customer reviews, photographs, or other customer-generated content will be subject to applicable permissions and privacy requirements.


22. Contact Us

For questions regarding a booking or tour service:

Ark Touring
Email: info@ark-touring.com

Phone / WhatsApp: 966559913239

Address: JEDDAH

Please include your booking reference number whenever contacting us about an existing booking.


23. Related Policies

Customers should also review:

  • Terms & Conditions
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
  • Privacy Policy
  • Complaints & Suggestions Policy

24. Applicable Law

This policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.