Last updated: April 2026
These terms and conditions govern all programmes and services provided by Miles Minds Limited (Company No. 802673, Ireland), trading as China Quest. By booking a programme or creating an account, you agree to these terms.
Any questions should be sent to info@milesminds.com.
The Pioneer Programme is a founding cohort initiative. Registration of interest and account creation for the Pioneer Programme is free of charge and requires no deposit. No financial commitment is required until a place is formally offered and accepted.
Pioneer Programme participants will be notified separately of any applicable fees, payment schedules, and cancellation terms before any commitment is made.
For standard programmes (Roots, Pulse, Horizon, Tailored):
If the balance is not received by the due date, China Quest reserves the right to treat the booking as cancelled and apply the cancellation charges set out below.
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@milesminds.com. Refunds are calculated based on the date written notice is received:
Group bookings of 10 or more travellers may be subject to separate cancellation terms, which will be outlined in the group booking agreement.
We strongly recommend that all participants purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes cancellation cover.
Changes to your itinerary requested before final payment will be accommodated free of charge where possible.
After final payment, itinerary modifications may incur an administration fee of €25 per request, plus any additional costs charged by third-party suppliers (airlines, hotels, venues).
China Quest reserves the right to modify programme itineraries due to circumstances beyond our control, including but not limited to weather, local regulations, venue closures, or safety concerns. In such cases, we will provide suitable alternatives of comparable quality at no additional cost.
It is the responsibility of each participant (and, for minors, their parent or guardian) to ensure they hold:
China Quest accepts no liability for participants who are denied entry to China or who fail to obtain the necessary documentation.
Participants are responsible for checking vaccination requirements and health advisories for China. China Quest recommends consulting your GP or a travel health clinic at least 6 weeks before departure.
Participants with medical conditions that may affect their ability to travel should inform China Quest in writing at the time of booking. We reserve the right to request a doctor's certificate confirming fitness to travel.
All China Quest programmes include comprehensive travel insurance (TOPP-compliant) covering:
We recommend that participants also hold personal travel insurance from their home country, particularly for cancellation cover, as this is not included in the group policy.
Luggage allowances are determined by the airline and class of travel. Typical economy class allowances for international flights are 23kg checked baggage and 7kg hand luggage. Internal Chinese flights typically allow 20kg checked baggage.
Excess baggage charges are the responsibility of the participant.
We are committed to resolving any issues promptly. If you have a complaint:
China Quest acts as an organiser and coordinator of educational travel programmes. We accept responsibility for ensuring the programme is delivered as described, subject to the right to make changes as outlined in Section 4.
China Quest shall not be held liable for:
All China Quest programmes are designed for participants aged 14–18 and operate under strict safeguarding policies:
We process personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Irish Data Protection Act 2018. For full details, see our Privacy Policy.
These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of Ireland. Any disputes arising shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.
China Quest reserves the right to update these terms at any time. The latest version will always be available on this page. Material changes will be communicated to affected participants by email.
This document was last updated in April 2026.