Name: Escape the Madness! Pre Christmas 5 night trip to Poland. Krakow and Wroclaw
Start: 2025-12-15T14:35:00.000Z
Location: London Luton Airport

**Join Travel Buddies as we embark on this incredible dream trip to Japan, a country quite like no other. A completely immersive tour that will see us exploring the ancient traditions of the Geisha, visiting ornate palaces, Shinto Shrines, traditional markets and so so much more…… This multi city tour covers the BEST OF JAPAN and promises to be an unforgettable experience.**

Please click on the link to see the full itinerary.
[13 Days in Japan The Land of The Rising Sun](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vS5WVS28_lgaP-pW1LnQd1YEY3IzI6pIPvjjW8DUSYwsCE7QOJ1BXwwY9ir_KUJTA2jUFw9aAiZSnGh/pub)

**What's Included**

* **12 nights accommodation sharing twin rooms in 3 and 4 \* hotels.**
* **Breakfast each morning.**
* **3 lunches and 1 dinner**
* **Travel Buddies tour leader**
* **English speaking guide for all tours.**
* **All daily full day tours as described above**
* **Boat ride on Ashi Lake**
* **Hakone Ropeway 1 way ticket**
* **Sushi Making class,**
* **Calligraphy Class**
* **All transport as above on a minibus.**
* **Bullet train tickets, second class.**

**What's not included**

* **Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.**
* **Tips for the guide and driver.**
* **International Flights**

**Flight’s**
**You need to book your own flights and they are with Air China and Asiana Airlines.**

**Please wait until we give you the go ahead to book the flights. Below is the flight that Phil will be going on. The best way to book is via Skyscanner as a (multi trip)**

**If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.**

**Non Direct Air China**
**06/09/2025 - Depart London Heathrow 20.25. Arrive PEK Beijing Capital 13.15+1**
**Flight Number CA938**
**7/9/25 - Depart PEK Beijing Capital 14.20. Arrive NRT Tokyo Narita 18.50**
**Flight Number CA113**

**Non Direct Asiana Airlines**
**19/9/25 - Depart KIX Kansai International (Osaka) 09.10. Arrive ICN Incheon International 11.00**
**Flight Number OZ115**
**19/9/2025 - Depart ICN Incheon International 12.20. Arrive - London Heathrow 18.50**
**Flight Number OZ521**

**COST**
**The price of the above tour is £3199. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:**

**A non refundable deposit of £400. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The second payment of £1399 needs to be paid by the 30th May 2025 and the balance of £1400 needs to be paid by the 20th July 2025. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £1825**

**Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust**
**Account number: 83664597**
**Sort Code: 40-40-14**
**Reference: [2T0059015](https://www.pts.cloud/client/BookingDetails/5351A2200297?BookingRefId=2T0059015) Your First and Last Name**

**Please note that we do not accept credit card**

**To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:**
**[Protected Trust Services](https://www.protectedtrustservices.com/consumer/)**

**By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:**
**[Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YoKyMB8JzqxAvxzAUwsYzlx9GbhxljYuBiJrMoc8RQY)**

**When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.**

**What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room for yourself for a supplement of £425**

**IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.**
**By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.**
**Physical accessibility:**

**This tour requires a good level of fitness. There is a lot of walking and the use of public transport is frequent (as it is the most time efficient and effective way to tour Japan). You will need to be able to walk many hours per day, except on the free day. On some of our days when we are on the bullet trains there will be time to relax on these journeys but please do bear this in mind if you will be joining us on this tour.**

**Visa Requirements**
**If you are traveling on a British passport You can get a visa on arrival in Japan for tourism or business for up to 90 days. You do not need to apply before you travel. You will need to have one blank page in your passport for the visa. Please contact me if you will be traveling on a passport issued in a different country.**

Travel Buddies Birmingham

Emma Hickman

Phil M

Claire Parker

Sarah

13 Days in Japan The Land of The Rising Sun

Heathrow Airport

* **Join Travel Buddies as we head to Georgia for the first time! With new direct flights from Luton Airport it has never been easier, So, let’s get there before the tourists take over :)**
* **Stay for 7 nights at 2 different 4\* hand picked hotels, one in the city and one in the Caucasus mountains.**
* **Explore Georgia's highlights with a fully guided tour included each day.**
* **Visit local wineries and taste traditional Georgian foods.**

Please click here to see the full itinerary.
[ 7 Nights Exploring the Jewels of Magical Georgia](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRvQI6kehZJDMBh5yepJUT7uhHP6xyOfXizJ0WKRtRS0YzW3MqbzXk3K7Espwf4RCOTyR_vM9g5nK4r/pub)

**What's Included**

* **7 nights staying at 4\* Hotels. 6 nights in Tbilisi and 1 night in Kazbegi**
* **Breakfast each day**
* **Return airport transfers**
* **Travel Buddies host**
* **All tours and entrance fees**
* **Transport in a minibus with Certified guide and driver**

**What's not included**

* **meals other than those listed above.**
* **Flights**

**You need to book your own flights and they are with EasyJet, they are currently £192.98 not including luggage. I would advise to book your flight as soon as possible after booking on to the trip as they are likely to rise the sooner we get to the date of departure. Below is the flight that Kellyann will be going on.**

**If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.**

**20/09/2025- Depart London Luton 12.00 Arrive Tbilisi 20.00**
**Flight Number EZY2649**

**27/09/2025 - Depart Tbilisi 20.40 Arrive London Luton 23.00**
**Flight Number EZY2650**

**COST**
**The price of the above tour is £899. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:**

**A non refundable deposit of £100. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £799 needs to be paid by the 9th August 25. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £969**

**Please note that the room type you choose (Sharing or solo room) will NOT be amendable.**

**Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust**
**Account number: 83664597**
**Sort Code: 40-40-14**
**Reference: 2T0051476 Your First and Last Name**

**To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:**
**[Protected Trust Services](https://www.protectedtrustservices.com/consumer/)**

**By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:**

**[Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YoKyMB8JzqxAvxzAUwsYzlx9GbhxljYuBiJrMoc8RQY)**
**When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.**

**What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room to yourself for a supplement of £170**

**IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.**
**Difficulty Rating. We have rated this as a moderate difficulty rating. On some days there is a fair amount of walking involved and to ensure everyone's enjoyment we ask that you consider this before deciding to join the group .**

**By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.**
**Please message us on Meet-up if you have any further questions.**

**We are really excited to have you join us.**

Travel Buddies London

Rose

7 Nights Exploring the Jewels of Magical Georgia

London Luton Airport

Please note that the flight lands in London Heathrow at 13.25 on the 19th of November and not as above this is due to the restrictions with the dates on Meet-up.

**What a tour!**

**Over 15 days in total you can expect to……**

**Explore 2 of South America's most incredible capital cities, with guided tours that include Sugarloaf mountain, Christ the redeemer and the Balcony where Eva Peron addressed her people.**

**Tango and Samba the evenings away (or at least enjoy watching others do it, whilst sipping a nice chilled Cipriana).**

**Be a cowboy/cowgirl for the day on a Gaucho Ranch Tour.**

**Explore both the Argentinian side and the Brazilian side of the Iguazu falls.**

**Visit the Sambadrome and enjoy a backstage tour of the Carioca carnival.**

**Relax and explore the stunning tropical island paradise for 3 nights on Ilha Grande (big Island)**

**Please click on the link for the full itinerary.**
[Brazil And Argentina: Buenos Aires, Rio De Janeiro, Iguazu Falls & IIha Grande](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRSwzPMjA9Yyr3unvJw5tkVvn_yGdBKdkBpzIkOLvI7cf6i2P-Xuhuauwomd-fT1xk9cUP4_ALmhsnL/pub)

**What's Included**

* **10 nights staying at 3 and 4 \* Hotels**
* **3 Nights in a Suite or Chalet on Ilha Grande**
* **13 Breakfasts, 2 lunches and 2 dinners**
* **All airport transfers**
* **Return bus and boat transfers to Ilha Grande**
* **Travel Buddies host**
* **Internal flight Buenos Aires- Personal item (purse, handbag, or backpack) up to 3 kilograms. Carry-on up to 8 kilograms and 15kg Luggage.**
* **Internal flight Iguassu Falls to Rio De Janeiro, 23kg Luggage**
* **Full day tour of both sides of the Iguazu Falls**
* **Full day Buenos Aires Highlights tour**
* **Full day Gaucho tour with lunch**
* **Full day Rio Highlights tour**
* **Samba carnival tour**
* **Favelas tour**

**What's not included**

* **Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.**
* **Flights**

**You need to book your own flights and they are with British Airways and Air Iberia. I would advise to book your flight as soon as possible after booking on to the trip as they are likely to rise the sooner we get to the date of departure. Below is the flight that Nigel will be going on.**

**There are also similar flights with different airlines, you can choose whichever suits you best as long as you are there to start the tour on the 6th November of April.**

**If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.**

**Outbound (Non Direct)**
**05/11/2025 - Depart London Heathrow 07.25 Arrive Madrid 10.55 Flight Number BA0458**
**Depart Madrid 12.00. Arrive Buenos Aires 20.35 Flight Number BA4255**

**Inbound (Non Direct)**
**18/11/25 - Depart Rio De Janeiro 20.15 Arrive Madrid 10.25+1 . Flight Number IB270**
**Depart Madrid 11.55 Arrive London Heathrow 13.25 Flight Number IB3644**

**COST**
**The price of the above tour is £2199. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:**

**A non refundable deposit of £400. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The second payment of £799 needs to be paid by the 10th June 25. The balance payment of £1000 needs to be paid by the 30th September 25. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £1400.**

**Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust**
**Account number: 83664597**
**Sort Code: 40-40-14**
**Reference: 2T0051510 Your First and Last Name**
**Please note that we do not accept credit card**

**To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:**
**[Protected Trust Services](https://www.protectedtrustservices.com/consumer/)**

**By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:**

**[Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YoKyMB8JzqxAvxzAUwsYzlx9GbhxljYuBiJrMoc8RQY)**
**When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.**

**What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room to yourself for a supplement of £400**

**IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.**
**By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.**
**Visa Requirements**

**To enter Brazil a visa is not required when traveling on a British passport. Your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date of arrival.**
**To enter Argentina a visa is not required when traveling on a British passport.**

**We are really excited to have you join us.**

Travel Buddies Warwickshire

Sue Upton

Michael Newell

Rosy Murphy

Tirath

Wendy 

Katie

Trisha

Caroline

S Jones

Nick 

Brazil And Argentina: Buenos Aires, Rio De Janeiro, Iguazu Falls & IIha Grande

London Heathrow Airport

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS TRIP ENDS AT 16.25 ON THE 30TH NOVEMBER.

**Cuba is one of the most beguiling travel destinations on the planet. Gorgeous neo classical buildings, classic American cars, the best music and dance on the planet and super friendly locals put Cuba firmly on everyone’s bucket list. We will be spending four nights in Havana, two nights in Viñales, three nights in Trinidad, a night in Santa Clara and to end, a three night all inclusive stay in Varadero. This trip is filled with fantastic excursions and also allows us time to relax and really experience Cuba at our own pace too.**

Please click on the link to see the full itinerary
[CUBA 13 Nights. Havana, Vinales, Trinidad, Santa Clara & Varadero.](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQLwcs69pKVA7dVylKWdUOy2Pz2O16LT6zX7g5HDvwn_gPZLk6v6yZKMjoeTBCRjcJXBze47Y7sJXoc/pub)

**What's Included**

* **10 nights accommodation in Casas Particulares**
* **3 nights All Inclusive at The Sol Caribe Beach Varadero**
* **Breakfast each morning**
* **One home cooked dinner.**
* **Return Airport transfers**
* **Welcome supper in Havana**
* **Havana walking tour**
* **Havana Classic car tour**
* **Salsa Lesson**
* **Vinales valley tour on horseback with tobacco house visit**
* **Havana shopping trip for ingredients and dinner**
* **Full day trip to Cubanito National Park Trinidad with picnic lunch**
* **Bay of pigs visit and museum entry**
* **Che Guevara mausoleum and museum visit**

**What's not included**

* **A visa (Tourist Card) is required for entry into Cuba. British passport**
**holders will need to obtain a tourist card for travel to Cuba. The cost of the visa is £39 per person. The visas take around 10 working days to issue and are only valid for 2 months from the date of issue. We therefore recommend that you apply for your visa 8 weeks before travel.**
* **Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after**
**departing from Cuba.**
* **Tips for the guides.**
* **Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.**
* **Flights**

**You need to book your own flights. The flights that Gloria will be taking are below and are currently £655 not including luggage they are with Air Europa. I would advise to book your flight as soon as possible after booking on to the trip as they are likely to rise the sooner we get to the date of departure.**

**If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport that is fine. You will need to make your own way by taxi to meet the group in Havana at the Casas.**

**16/11/2025**
**Depart London Gatwick 10.00 Arrive Havana 19.50**
**Flight Numbers UX1014/UX51**
**Connection in Madrid for 2 hours 5 minutes**

**29//11/2025**
**Depart Havana 22.00 Arrive London Gatwick 16.25+1 day.**
**Flight Numbers UX52/UX1015**
**Connection in Madrid for 2 hours 20 minutes**

**Cost**
**The price of the above tour is £1595. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:**

**A deposit of £395. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £1200 needs to be paid by the 1st September 2025. If you are having a room to yourself the balance will be £1470.**

**Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust**
**Account number: 83664597**
**Sort Code: 40-40-14**
**Reference: [2T0060277](https://www.pts.cloud/client/BookingDetails/5351A2200253?BookingRefId=2T0060277) Your First and Last Name**

**To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit [www.protectedtrustservices.com/travel/consumer-protection/**

**PLEASE NOTE ; IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU ANSWER THE QUESTIONS UPON RSVPING.**
**By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:**
**[Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YoKyMB8JzqxAvxzAUwsYzlx9GbhxljYuBiJrMoc8RQY/edit)**
**IMPORTANT ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room to yourself for a supplement of £270?**

**IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.**
**By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.**

**Physical accessibility:**
**This tour is suitable for Travel Buddies with average fitness & normal mobility. It involves full days of sightseeing, often on foot, and includes some climbing of stairs, and getting on and off coaches and boats. This tour is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.**

**Visa**
**We will be in touch closer to the departure date of the trip to provide you with the website address and any other information you need to complete the visa online.**
**Vaccinations**
**[Please see here for Vaccination advice](https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations)**

**Packing**
**It is best to pack light for this trip as it is a road trip and you will be staying in 5 different accommodations across the 13 nights.**

**You are responsible for the transportation of your own luggage for the duration. In some instances this may mean getting it on/ off a bus or train or up a flight of stairs. In the instance that a porter/guide is available, and you use their services you are responsible for payment/tipping.**

**We Really look forward to exploring Cuba with you!**

Travel Buddies Bristol

Ellie

Summer

Julian Robert

CUBA 13 Nights. Havana, Vinales, Trinidad, Santa Clara & Varadero.

London Gatwick Airport

**Make December 2025 your best ever and join our small group bespoke tour which will leave you with happy memories for many years to come.**

**A little Christmas present to yourself, and why the devil not?**

**Escape the December pre-holiday madness and step back in time on this wonderful tailor made trip exploring Krakow and Wroclaw, two of our favorite Polish cities.**

* **Take a fully guided tour to experience Auschwitz -Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine**
* **Relax in a thermal pools complex in Zakopane, Poland’s winter capital**
* **Explore Wroclaw, from its Dwarfs to the exciting Market Hall and the picturesque Market Square brimming with all things festive!**

Please click on the link to see the full itinerary.
[Escape the Madness! Pre Christmas 5 night trip to Krakow and Wroclaw](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSinyFoGNfhjOvrUZRy4id-sWV50H92bi48OhUdd9im7BaUjU_KMDDaprSBpENOBF9ZUuNA0SrHdBkw/pub)

**What's Included**

* **5 nights accommodation**
* **Breakfast each morning**
* **All airport and train transfers**
* **One way train ticket from Krakow to Wroclaw**
* **Full day tour to Auschwitz-Birkenau and Wieliczka Salt Mine including lunch and hotel transfers**
* **Full day tour to Zakopane including thermal spa ticket and hotel transfers**
* **Walking tour of Wroclaw**

**What's not included**

* **Any additional entrance fees and public transport that you may use that is not listed above.**
* **Meals that are not included in the itinerary.**
* **Tips for the guides and drivers.**
* **International Flights**

**Flight’s**
**You need to book your own flights and they are outbound with Ryanair and inbound with Wizz Air.**

**Below is the flight that Di is going on.**

**Flights are currently £107 not including luggage.**

**If you would prefer to travel from an alternative UK airport or book a different flight, that is absolutely fine. Please let us know when you book. You will need to arrange your own hotel transfers.**

**Outbound - Ryanair**
**15/12/2025 Depart London Luton 14.35 Arrive Krakow 18.10**
**Flight Number FR2351**

**Inbound - Wizz Air**
**20/12/2025 Depart Wroclaw 19.45 Arrive London Luton 21.05**
**Flight Number W61801**

**COST**
**The price of the above tour is £749 All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:**
**A non refundable deposit of £100. If we haven’t received your deposit within 3 days of RSVP, your RSVP will be changed to "not going" and your space will be released. The balance of £649 needs to be paid by the 1st October 2025 . If you are having a room to yourself for the 5 nights the balance is £789.**

**PTS Air Travel Trust**
**Account number: 83664597**
**Sort Code: 40-40-14**
**Reference: [2T00](https://www.pts.cloud/client/BookingDetails/5351A2200297?BookingRefId=2T0049999)75759 Your First and Last Name**

**Please note that we do not accept credit card**

**To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:**
**[Protected Trust Services](https://www.protectedtrustservices.com/consumer/)**

**By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:**
**[Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions](https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/16YMGNpEb0wba-YatV6ffw3JmgdxJBBYDOINIJbsMl7E/edit)**

**When you RSVP to a trip you will be asked the following questions please take a moment to fill in all of the answers.**

**What is your full name? What is your contact number? What is your email address? Do you know the travel buddy you wish to share a room with? Do you wish to have a room for yourself for a supplement of £140**
**Physical accessibility**

**This tour is suitable for Travel Buddies with medium fitness & normal mobility. It involves full days of sightseeing, often on foot, and includes some climbing of stairs, and getting on and off coaches and boats. This tour is not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.**

**Visa Requirements**
**There is no visa required if you are traveling on a passport issued in the United Kingdom.**

**Travel Insurance**
**Travel Insurance is a mandatory requirement for travelling with Travel Buddies. Please ensure you are fully insured for all aspects of your trip. We would advise you to take out your travel insurance as soon as you have paid your deposit.**

**We really look forward to you joining us.**

Travel Buddies Leicestershire

Di Carter

Escape the Madness! Pre Christmas 5 night trip to Poland. Krakow and Wroclaw

Travel Buddies Holidays 

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