What we’re about
A really warm welcome to Travel Buddies!
We are a small independent company that specializes in bespoke group travel as we feel experiences are better shared and there is so much to gain from travelling together.
We started up in 2013 and have 4 groups in the UK which meet for social events, the chance to meet other members, get involved and talk travel.
We plan trips all over the world, from weekends away in Europe to long haul trips in far off destinations, and have had amazing experiences worldwide whilst making great new friends and sharing unforgettable moments together.
If its adventure that you crave, culture, relaxation or doing something completely different there are trips to suit every type of traveller and every budget.
We hope to see you at a meet up soon and look forward to travelling with you and making more unforgettable memories!
If you are looking for a super, different kind of way to start your 2025 travels off, there is no need to look any further than right here…
This 5 day tour introduces us to the most underrated city in Poland, Katowice before seeing us head south to Poland's winter capital for lots of really fun snow activities and time to relax in the mountains
- Spend 2 days exploring Poland’s most underrated city.. Katowice.
- Relax in a Thermal Spa Complex in Poland’s Winter Capital
- Try not to get lost in the biggest ice Labyrinth in Poland
- Snowmobile through snowy forests on an optional tour with a BBQ campfire.
Please follow the link to see the full itinerary.
Katowice and Poland's Winter Capital, Zakopane. Ice Labyrinth and Thermal Spas
What's Included
- 4 nights Accommodation, 2 in Katowice and 2 in Zakopane
- Breakfast each morning
- Return airport transfers
- Transfer by road from Katowice to Zakopane
- Travel Buddies host
- Walking tour of Katowice
- Entrance ticket to the Silesian museum
- Morning tour including return cable car, and cheese tasting
- Snowlandia Park entrance fee
- Entrance ticket to the thermal Spa
What's not included
- Entrance fees, transport fees and meals other than those listed above.
- Flights
- Snowmobiling tour with BBQ campfire lunch (please note that in the very unlikely event of there being no snow the tour will be conducted on quad bikes)
You need to book your own flights and they are with Wizz Air and do not include luggage. They are currently an absolute bargain at just £62.98 and if you book with the basic fare you can continue through the flight booking and add a 10 kg cabin baggage with the Wizz Priority option for £54 or a checked 10kg luggage for £50.
Please wait until we give you the go ahead to book your flights as we need a minimum number for the trip to go ahead. We will be sure to let you know as soon as we have enough Travel Buddies.
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.
Below is the flight that the tour leader will be going on.
Flights
13/02/2025- Depart London Luton 08.20 Arrive Katowice 11.40
Flight Number W61002
17/02/2025- Depart Katowice 19.35 Arrive London Luton 21.05
Flight Number W61005
Cost
The price of the above tour is £529. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services account held with HSBC:
A non refundable deposit of £200. 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 £329 needs to be paid by the 15th January 2025. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £449
Please note that the room type you choose (Sharing or solo room) will NOT be amendable after booking.
Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0048578 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
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
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 £120
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.
Please message us on Meet-up if you have any further questions.
Difficulty Rating. We have given this trip 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 take this into consideration. There will also be lot’s of snow so suitable footwear is a must.
By paying the deposit for this trip you are confirming that you are physically able to participate in all aspects of this trip unassisted.
We are really excited to have you join us.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 3 Night Festive Break.Tallinn Estonia with Medieval Banquet & Sauna Experience.London Luton Airport, Luton£439.00
Join Travel Buddies as we venture to Tallinn, the capital city of Estonia. Renowned for having one of the very best Christmas Markets throughout Europe. Wander the Medieval streets of the Old town on a walking tour. Paint your own marzipan figurine in a decorating workshop, Tuck in to a delicious banquet and relax during a sauna experience overlooking the sea. There's so much to do in Tallinn so let's go!
3 Night Festive Break.Tallinn Estonia with Medieval Banquet & Sauna Experience.
What's Included
- 3 nights accommodation at the 4* Von Stackelberg Hotel with breakfast each morning
- Marzipan painting class
- 2 hour minute walking tour of Tallinn
- Medieval banquet
- 2 hour sauna experience
- Return airport transfers
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 these are with Wizz Air and are £139.98 as of today not including luggage. 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.
08/12/2024
Depart London Luton 16.00 Arrive Tallinn 20.55 Flight Number W9544511/12/2024
Depart Tallinn 21.30 Arrive London Luton 22.40 Flight Number W95446- Entrance fees not mentioned above transport fees and meals other than those listed above.
- International Flights
COST
The price of the above tour is £439 .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 £339 needs to be paid by 22nd October 24 in to the following business account. ( if you are having a room to yourself the balance is £424 )Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0023435 Your First and Last Name
(Please note that we do not accept Credit Cards)To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit [www.protectedtrustservices.com/travel/consumer-protection/
By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to our cancellation policies and that you have read and agree to
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & ConditionsWhen you RSVP it is important that you answer all of the following 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? Name and Contact number of next of kin?IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
You are responsible for ensuring that you are covered by insurance for the trip and in particular all activities that you undertake outside of the Travel Buddies itinerary.You will need to have a minimum of 6 months validity left on your passport from the return date to the UK in order to be able to travel
We really look forward to having you join the trip! :)
Not open - 10 Days over New Year in Toronto, Montreal, Quebec and Niagara Falls.Heathrow Airport, Hounslow£1,649.00
Join Travel Buddies as we head off to explore Three Incredible East Canadian Cities and the Niagara Falls over New Year and in to 2025!
See in the New year on a boat party, taste the culinary delights on a gourmet food tour, visit the amazing Niagara falls and a local winery, visit a "Sugar Shack and learn about the process involved in the production of Canada's sweetest treat, Maple Syrup. Take in views of the CN Tower and immerse yourself in the winter spirit of CANADA.To view the full itinerary of the chair please follow the link below which will take you directly to the Warwickshire site...
10 Days over New Year in Toronto, Montreal, Quebec and Niagara Falls.
What is included.
- 5 Nights at the Town Inn Suites Hotel with Breakfast
- 4 Nights at the Auberge Le Bons Martin Inn
- Hop on/off bus ticket
- Full day Niagara falls tour with winery visit
- Boat Party ticket on New Years Eve
- Train ticket one way Toronto - Montreal
- Transfer to and from both hotels to the station/Airport.
- Montreal Foodie Tour
- Entrance to the Pointe A Calliere Museum
- Entrance to the Notre Dame Basilica
- Full Day Highlights of Quebec Tour Quebec
- Sugar Shack tour with evening buffet meal included. (Tax and gratuity is not included)
- Travel Buddies host
What's not Included
- International Flights.
- Tips and service charges at restaurants and to tour guides
- Public transport. Please allow around £6-10 per day for this. UBER is also used lots in Canada so if you prefer not to take the Metro is is a good idea to have the app on your phone before arrival.
The below flights are the suggested flights. You are more than welcome to book different flights from wherever is most convenient for you in the UK. If you wish to join the group from a different flight you will need to arrange a transfer to the hotel to meet the group.
You need to book your own flights. Below is the flight that The tour leader will be taking. Suggested flights are with and are as follows. They are £657.00 return as of today (13.06.2023) and include a 23kg luggage.
28/12/2024
Depart London Heathrow Terminal 5. 11.45 Arrive Toronto 14.50
Flight duration 8 hours 5 mins. Flight Number BA009306/01/2025.
Depart Montreal 20.45 Arrive London Heathrow Terminal 5. 08.20+1
Flight Duration 6 hours 35 mins. Flight Number BA0094- Any other activities other than those listed above.
- Entrance fees, public transport and tips.
COST
The price of the above tour is £1649. All payments need to be made into the Protected Trust Services
account held with HSBC:
A deposit of £249. 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 £1400 needs to be paid by the 14th October 2024.Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0026352 Your First and Last Name.Please note that we do not accept credit cards.
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit
[www.protectedtrustservices.com/travel/consumer-protection/SOME NOTES FOR THE TRIP
If you are travelling on a British passport you will need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) to entry Canada. We will guide you through the application.Please see here for the entry requirements to Canada
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/canada/entry-requirements
Please see below for our Terms and Conditions.
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & ConditionsThe itinerary is subject to change, we cannot control the weather and so will adapt the itinerary to suit but we absolutely endeavour to deliver everything on the itinerary.
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Not open - NEW YEAR. 12 Days Encompassing Egypt including 5* Nile Cruise & Gala Dinner.London Gatwick Airport, Gatwick£1,499.00
Join Travel Buddies as we embark once more on this incredible journey through Egypt, Visit Hurghada, Cairo, Aswan and Luxor. With time to relax in Hurghada at 2 beautiful hotels, a 3 night Nile cruise and visits to all of the top "Must See" sights in Egypt. This is really not to be missed. What a perfect way to start 2025!
To view the full itinerary of the trip please follow the link below which will take you directly to the Warwickshire site...
NEW YEAR. 12 Days Encompassing Egypt including 5* Nile Cruise & Gala Dinner.
What is included
- Qualified English speaking Egyptologist
- 2 nights in Hurghada on an all inclusive basis staying at the Golden Beach Resort
- 3 nights in Hurghada on an all inclusive basis staying at the Arabia Azur Resort
- Two nights at a 4* star hotel in Cairo on a half board basis.
- Three nights aboard a 5* Nile Cruise on a full board basis “M/S Radamis II or similar”
- Two ways A/C bus: Hurghada- Cairo/ Luxor- Hurghada
- One way sleeper train from Cairo to Aswan
- Guided tours of the Pyramids and Cairo city Guided tours of Aswan; Valley of the Kings; Kom Ombo and Luxor Temples
- Airport pickup and transfers Transportation in A/C bus Entrance fees to sites visited
- New Year Gala Dinner
What's not included
- Visa (allow approx. GBP25)
- Travel insurance (compulsory)
- Tipping kitty (allow GBP £50) Tour guide tips
- Meals not indicated in the itinerary
- Drinks, snacks and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
- Flights
You need to book your own flights. The tour leader will be travelling on the following flight with with EasyJet Airlines which are £245.36 not including luggage. We 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. You are more than welcome to book different flights from a more convenient airport and can meet the group at the hotel. (in this instance you will need to book your own airport transfers)
29/12/24
Depart London Gatwick 12.40 Arrive Hurghada 20.00 Flight Number EZY874509/01/25
Depart Hurghada 17.40 Arrive London Gatwick 21.30 Flight Number EZY8744COST
The price of the above tour is £1499. 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 £1399 needs to be paid by the 13th November 2024 in to the following business account.Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0025086 Your First and Last Name
(Please note that we do not accept Credit Cards)
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit [www.protectedtrustservices.com/travel/consumer-protection/By paying a deposit you will be agreeing to our cancellation policies and that you have read and agree to:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & Conditions
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ.
You are responsible for ensuring that you are covered by insurance for the trip and in particular all activities that you undertake outside of the Travel Buddies itinerary.You will need to have a minimum of 6 months validity left on your passport from the return date to the UK in order to be able to travel
We really look forward to having you join the trip! :)
- Agadir Morocco for New Year! 5 Nights Half Board Paradise Valley And NYE Dinner.London Gatwick Airport, Gatwick£649.00
TRIP NOW FULL.
Join travel Buddies and see out the end of the year (and the start of the next one) in style. Relax on warm sandy beaches, shop in the colourful souks and do as much or as little as you please at Morocco's best beach resort.
- Stay at a boutique hotel for 5 nights on a Half Board Basis
- Explore Paradise Valley and Taghazout Surfers Village on a day tour
- Enjoy the perfect start to the new year amongst newly made Travel Buddies companions with a New Years Dinner and Traditional Moroccan Entertainment.
Please click on the link to see the full itinerary
Agadir Morocco for New Year 2025! 5 Nights Half Board with Paradise Valley And New Years Eve Dinner.What's Included
- 5 nights staying at the Atlantic Hotel Agadir
- Breakfast and dinner each day
- Return airport transfers
- Travel Buddies host
- Day tour to Taghazout and paradise valley tour with transfers
- New Year's Eve dinner with traditional Moroccan entertainment.
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 EasyJet they are currently £187.84 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 Gillie will be going on.
The most cost effective way to book the flight is to choose the basic fayre option and then add the luggage afterwards.
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.
29/12/2024 - London Gatwick 14.40 Arrive Agadir 19.40
Flight Number EZY871103/01/2025 - Depart Agadir 12.55 Arrive London Gatwick 15.45
Flight Number EZY8704COST
The price of the above tour is £649. 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 £549 needs to be paid by the 10th November. If you are having a room to yourself the balance is £729.
Please note that the room type you choose (Sharing or solo room) will NOT be amenable.Trustees of PTS Air Travel Trust
Account number: 83664597
Sort Code: 40-40-14
Reference: 2T0035052 Your First and Last NamePlease note that we do not accept credit card
To learn more on how we protect your money, please visit:
Protected Trust ServicesBy paying a deposit you will be agreeing to the following cancellation policies:
Travel Buddies UK Limited Terms & ConditionsWhen 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 £180
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.
Gillie is hosting this trip, she is a much loved host and has been the tour leader on many trips for the group.Please message us on Meet-up if you have any further questions.
We are really excited to have you join us.
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