Ahead of booking...

We look forward to having you travel with us, but before you book do make sure you read and are familiar with our:

Booking Conditions
The Package Travel & Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018
For all Visitors to the UK, please refer to new, mantatory ETA visa required for entry into the UK below

Below is a summary of our Booking Conditions. This summary is intended to alert you to the key points of our terms of travel.

It is your responsibility to check the entry requirements for the country(ies) you are travelling to and be aware of the Government Guidence on Staying Safe
We recommend you check and are aware of the Latest International Entry Requirements for the country/ies you will be visiting. You will find this website useful in finding information: https://cibtvisas.co.uk/health-requirements
To make a booking you must complete our booking form, confirming you understand and accept our terms of travel.
A binding contract comes into existence once ECT Travel Ltd has dispatched a confirmation invoice to the group organiser (for group bookings) or lead passenger (for all other bookings). We must be made aware of any inaccuracies in these documents within 10 days of the issue date.
Should you, or any member of your party, need to cancel your chosen tour then you must notify ECT Travel Ltd in writing. Cancellation charges range from 20% to 100% per person, depending on the length of the cancellation period. Some of our tours are paid for in full at time of booking, and our cancellation charges apply.
You must have adequate travel and health insurance if you are travelling outside of the UK. ECT Travel Ltd will need details of your insurance policy to complete your booking. Please pay special attention to the clause covering delay and cancellation.
Unfortunately, ECT Travel Ltd's holidays may not be suitable for people with certain disabilities or medical conditions. If you, or a member of your party, has a disability or medical condition that may affect the holiday, then you must notify us at the time you book. We strongly advise you to contact us to discuss your requirements before you book.
A full and valid passport is required for all overseas tours. You are responsible for ensuring that you meet all necessary passport and visa requirements.
In compliance with the UK Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992, all travel and accommodation monies received are placed in a holding Trust Account which is independently monitored by an Independent Trustee. Our ATOL Number is 6545

The following Booking Conditions together with the General Information contained in our COVID -19 Additional Terms and Information and any other information we have bought to your attention before you made your booking, form the basis of your contract with European Connoisseurs Travel (ECT Travel) and set out our respective rights and obligations. Please note, in these Booking Conditions “you” means all persons named on the booking (including anyone who is added or substituted at a later date). “We” means European Connoisseurs Travel.

NEW Entry/Exit System (EES)

Changing requirements for UK nationals travelling to countries in the Schengen area:

From 12^th October 2025, the European Union’s (EU) new Entry/Exit System (EES) will begin. This is a new digital border system that will change requirements for British citizens travelling to the Schengen area.

If you are travelling to a country in the Schengen area for a short stay using a UK passport, you will be required to register your biometric details, such as fingerprints and a photo, when you arrive. You do not need to take any action before you arrive at the border, and there is no cost for EES registration.

After it is fully implemented, EES registration will replace the current system of manually stamping passports when visitors arrive in the EU.  

More information can be found on the Government website.

ETAs Electronic Travel Authorisations VISAS - For All Visitors to the UK:

Electronic Travel Authorisations (ETAs) are now mandatory for all visitors to the UK who do not currently need a visa for short stays, or who do not already have a UK immigration status prior to travelling.

You will need an ETA to travel to the UK from 2^nd April 2025
From 25^th February 2026, you will not be able to board your transport or legally travel to the UK without an ETA
An ETA costs £16 and permits multiple journeys to the UK for stays of up to six months at a time over two years, or until the holder’s passport expires – whichever is sooner.
Apply for an ETA by scanning QR code below or clicking here (we recommend you use the official GOV UK website and not other services available)
We cannot assist you with this process.

Some important things to do before you travel

Make sure your passport is in date. Some countries require six months validity from the date of issue, not date of expiry.
Check whether you will need a visa.
Take out travel insurance. Check the small print so you can be sure it is adequate for your needs and has enhanced COVID-19 coverage
Make sure you pack and take essential items to protect you: face masks, hand sanitiser, antibacterial wipes
Consider taking bank cards, not cash as many places are only accepting contactless card payments
Tell your bank you are travelling abroad and that you might use your credit/debit card. Sudden overseas activity can cause the bank to become suspicious which may result in them stopping your cards.
Make a note of your passport number in case you lose or misplace it.
Make a list of useful numbers, for example emergency contacts if your mobile, debit or credit cards are lost or stolen.
Check luggage allowances and pack accordingly.