"Don't Just Stand There, Hop In"
Email: info@hopinbusservice.com
Toll-Free: 833-774-6746
Charter Bus Service Terms and Conditions
Deposit Policy:
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Reservations require a 10% non-refundable deposit.
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The remaining balance of your reservation is due seven days before the departure date.
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Reservations booked within seven days of departure will require full payment to book.
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Hop In Bus Service LLC does not accept cash on delivery. Full charter reservations are to be paid before our buses leave the garage. ​
Payment Schedule Policy:
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Reservations require a 10% non-refundable deposit.
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All reservations require payment in full seven days before the departure date.
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Hop In Bus Service LLC will accept no partial payments or installments after receiving the first 10% non-refundable deposit. The remaining balance is due seven days before the departure date.
Cancellation Policy:
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Hop In Bus Service LLC reserves the right to cancel a reservation if full payment has not been received seven days before the departure date due to a failure to adhere to the Payment Schedule Policy.
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No refund will be given if a cancellation is requested within seven days of the departure date after a reservation is paid in full.
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If a cancellation is requested on the departure date, the fee will be the total amount paid for the reservation.
Refund Policy:
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We do not provide refunds because of our Payment Schedule Policy, which stipulates that a 10% non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a reservation and that the remaining amount is due seven days before departure.
Processing Fees Policy:
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All Debit Card and Credit Card transactions incur a 4% processing fee.
Chargebacks or Unauthorized Purchases/Transactions policy:
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Upon payment, the customer acknowledges that Chargebacks or Unauthorized Purchases/Transactions initiated via their bank or creditor should be recognized as an attempt to fraudulently keep the above amount paid to the company while receiving reimbursement for the service.
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Any unauthorized chargebacks are fraudulent and will be resolved through the company payment processing firm dispute center in fairness to both Hop In Bus Service LLC and the customer.
ACH, Debit Card, and Credit Card Authorization Policy:
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For reservation balances and incidentals associated with the reservation, Hop In Bus Service LLC and our merchant service provider will retain the credit card, debit card, or ACH account information used to make the initial payment on file. An email describing the charge and the payment receipt will be sent.
Gratuity Policy:
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Gratuity (Tip) is not included in the base fare.
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It is customary to tip the driver 10% - 15% of the total cost of the charter for charter buses and 15% - 20% of the total cost of the charter for sprinters and sprinter limousines.
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Gratuity can or will be billed into the price quote and labeled "Gratuity" at the company's discretion.
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Tipping the driver before departure is customary to ensure service.
Overtime Policy:
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Overtime pay will apply after the first 15 minutes of the prearranged time provided by the passenger. The company is not responsible for a vehicle's delay or the termination of a reservation in winter caused by unsafe road conditions (e.g., not salted, accidents, etc.).
Purchase Order Payment Policy:
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Payment shall be made via ACH or check.
Alcohol, Smoking, Drug Use, and Illegal Activity Policy:
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Drug use is not permitted on charter buses, sprinters, and limousines.
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Smoking is not permitted on charter buses, sprinters, and limousines.
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Alcohol consumption is not permitted on charter buses and sprinters.
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Alcohol consumption can be permitted on limousines if all passengers are 21 and older.
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Alcohol must be stored in the luggage compartment on charter buses and sprinters.
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Any illegal activity performed on the vehicle will automatically terminate the agreed contract. THERE WILL BE NO REFUND OF PAYMENT in this case, and the local authority will be called at the time of the incident.
Weather Warnings and Advisories Policy:
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Hop In Bus Service LLC reserves the right to charge the established hourly rate plus gratuity and fees if the local weather service declares a weather warning or advisory. The charges will commence once the vehicle leaves the garage and continue until it returns.
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Hop In Bus Service LLC is not liable for circumstances beyond its control, including, but not limited to, weather, road conditions, and mechanical breakdowns.
Personal Belonging Policy:
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The driver will not be required to handle any luggage or items stored in the vehicle's luggage department. The customers are responsible for managing their luggage or objects in and out of the luggage departure to ensure driver safety from unforeseen injuries and for insurance purposes for the company.
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Due to our vehicle's interior design and seat material, all coolers must be stored underneath the bus in the luggage department, not on the seats.
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The company is not responsible for items left on any vehicle. Please be sure to collect all items.
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Hop In Bus Service LLC assumes no responsibility for lost or damaged baggage, personal belongings, or any items left in the vehicle.
Cleanup and Damage Policy:
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The customer is responsible for cleaning and equipment damage caused by the transported group.
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The customer, or any members of their party, assumes entire financial liability for any damage caused to the vehicle(s) during the rental period.
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The cleanup fee starts at $250. The damage fee will be determined, and the customer will be billed the quoted price in full.
Driver and Vehicle Lodging Policy:
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Parking fees are to be paid by the customer.
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The customer will pay for the driver's lodging (hotel room). Each driver requires accommodation (hotel room).
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The driver is not required to leave the bus at an amusement park or property after the passengers have exited the bus at their charter destination. The driver chooses where the bus is stored during Off-Duty status.
Additional Surcharge Policy:
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If necessary, after your trip, if the price changes because of tolls, parking, damages, or time and mileage overages (yawn, traffic, and flight delays), we may notify you and offer payment options, or we'll charge your previously authorized card or ACH payment again for those costs.
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Any added stops, pickups, drop-offs, destinations, or transfer requests are subject to additional fees, starting at $100.
Additional Policies:
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All quotes are subject to change without notice or reasoning due to volatile market conditions.
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The customer is responsible for obtaining permits to enter parks or municipalities.
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The customer will pay any fines.
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Pets or animals are not allowed in any vehicle.
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The driver has the right to terminate service without a refund if there is blatant indiscretion from the client or chartering group.
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Vehicles cannot be loaded beyond seating capacity. The number illustrated under "Passengers" is the vehicle's maximum seating capacity.
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We cannot guarantee the request of a specific driver.
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This company reserves the right to lease or charter buses from other companies to fulfill any charter booked with Hop In Bus Service LLC.
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Due to the fuel market's unpredictability, a 5% or 10% fuel surcharge may be added.
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Arrival times on any price quote, reservation, or invoice are estimated. Traffic or unseen conditions are not considered in arrival times.
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The cost illustrated in the price quote may change depending on your itinerary.