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BookingMy Booking

How do I make a booking?

You can browse and book all our breaks online. Alternatively, you can call our Reservations Team on 03330 603 742. We are open from 8:00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can make changes to a booking such as name change or a change of pick-up point (subject to availability). They will incur an administration fee of £25.00. Some changes can be made up to 10 days prior to departure but it is always best to contact our Reservations Team on 03330 603 742 who can better advise on the different possibilities. We are open from 8:00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday.

Is there a cooling off period after I make a booking?

There is no cooling off period. Once the booking is made, we have agreed a contract and it cannot be cancelled without incurring costs which will be at least the loss of deposit. Cooling off periods apply to services that fall within the Financial Regulations, such as Insurance, Credit Card applications and Loans.

Can I book Optional excursions?

Our brochures and itineraries are put together sometimes over a year in advance therefore, unfortunately, things may change before the tour takes place and some excursions may be swapped from one day to another

Are the excursions guaranteed to run on the day specified in this brochure?

There is no cooling off period. Once the booking is made, we have agreed a contract and it cannot be cancelled without incurring costs which will be at least the loss of deposit. Cooling off periods apply to services that fall within the Financial Regulations, such as Insurance, Credit Card applications and Loans.

Do I need a passport?

All our Europe, Ireland and Channel Islands holidays are sold on the basis that you are a British Passport holder. It is your responsibility to ensure your passport is valid for at least six months from the date of the tour return. You need to advise us if you are not travelling on a British passport for port security checks. In addition, any visa requirements are your responsibility.

Our Northern Lights’ tours also need a valid passport. This is not a requirement of the airline however we require this in case of an emergency landing outside of the UK (where a valid passport would be required).

Will the price of my holiday change?

It is only in exceptional circumstances that prices might change after your holiday is booked. To see the full details, our pricing policy is detailed in our Terms and Conditions.

Are children allowed on your tours?

Many of our breaks are not suitable for children under five years of age, please enquire at the time of booking. Any passengers under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Do children pay the same amount as an adult?

Unfortunately, due to our keen prices, we are unable to offer any child discounts.

PayHow to Pay

How can I pay for my holiday?

You can pay online by logging into your account. You can also pay over the phone by calling our Reservations Team on 03330 603 742; we are open 8:00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday. We accept Mastercard, Visa, Visa Debit and Maestro. Alternatively, you can send a cheque made payable to Omega Breaks to “Accounts Department. Omega Breaks, 1st Floor, 111 High Street, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1DW”. If you would prefer to make a bank transfer, please contact us for details. Please make sure that you include your booking reference number on the back of the cheque.

When do I need to pay the balance of my holiday?

The balance due dates (the period before the departure date on which your full balance normally becomes due) are: 8 weeks before departure for all UK mainland holidays, Events and Themed breaks by coach or 10 weeks before departure for all European, Ireland, Isle of Man and Channel Islands holidays by coach.

For UK, Europe, Ireland, Isle of Man and Channel Islands holidays by air, the balance is due with us no later than 10 weeks before travel. For bookings made after the balance due date; full payment is due at the time of booking. You can also make interim payments anytime between paying the deposit and the balance due date.

Some holidays, like our London Theatre breaks, require full payment at the time of booking. You can find more details about this in our Terms and Conditions.

Why do I have to pay a single supplement?

We sympathise with the frustration single supplements can cause and we acknowledge that it may be a barrier to booking for many. Unfortunately, many of our hotels charge by room, not by occupancy. However, we continuously work with our suppliers to keep our single supplements as low as possible.

Will you automatically take the balance payment using the card that I paid the deposit with?

No – we will need you to pay online, by cheque or over the phone by calling our Reservations Team on 0330 603 742) when your balance becomes due. We are open from 8:00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday.

TravelMy Travel Documentation

How will I receive my travel documents?

We prefer to send all documentation via email as this is not only environmentally friendly but is quicker, low cost and ensures delivery (if the email address is correct). For those customers who cannot provide an email address, we will use 2nd class Royal Mail. Please note that we do charge £2.00 to send any documentation by post to cover the cost of postage.

Please check your email junk or spam folders, if your email is not in your inbox before you contact us.

When will I receive my booking confirmation?

You will receive a payment receipt immediately after you make your booking, by email or within 2-4 days by post (subject to delivery times). Your full booking confirmation will be received within 7 days of making the booking.

Please check your email junk or spam folders if your email is not in your inbox before you contact us

When will I receive my final travel documents?

You will receive your final confirmation approximately 7 days before you depart, but this can depend on the type of tour you are going on. Please get in touch if you haven’t received it by this time.

If we are sending them by email, we always recommend checking your Spam or Junk folder, as sometimes the email can end up in those. For Gmail users, please check other Inbox tabs called Promotions or Updates, as email confirmations sometimes go there.

When will I receive my tickets for the show/event?

Tickets will usually be sent out by email with your final confirmation. In certain, rare, circumstances, your tickets may be with your driver for safekeeping – you will be informed of this on your final confirmation. You can also choose to receive your final confirmation and tickets by post, however this will be subject to a £2.00 postal charge .

Please check your email junk or spam folders if your email isn’t in your inbox before you contact us.

SuitcaseMy Journey

Will my pickup point change?

Pickup points are subject to change. Although we endeavour to pick up customers at the pickup point selected, it can sometimes be necessary to cancel some pickup points for operational reasons.

When this happens if the pickup point is less than 10 miles from the chosen one, we will not offer any monetary compensation. If the pickup point is over 10 miles from the original one, we will offer a monetary contribution towards any additional transport you may need to arrange. Please be aware that the amount offered might not be equal to the full amount for the chosen way of transport to the new pickup location. Please see our full Terms and Conditions for more information

What time will my pickup be?

As a rule, we depart early morning (as early as 6am or earlier if travelling from the North of England) and arrive home late afternoon/early evening although some exceptions may apply. We will inform you of the exact pickup time from your town with your final confirmation.

Please note: It is regrettable, but we are not able to provide refunds if you chose to cancel your holiday due to pick up time.

Will it always be the tour coach that collects me from my chosen pickup point

Not always, in certain circumstances we utilise smaller transfer vehicles (sometimes called Feeder vehicles) to operate pickups; these vehicles will transfer you to join the main tour coach. We do this to offer a wide range of pickup points and to keep overall journey times for the tour coach to a minimum.

Please note: if you have booked front seats, these only apply once you join the main tour coach

When will I find out my pickup time?

You will find out your pickup time with your final confirmation. It will also contain the exact location of your pickup point

Can I take my car?

Yes, on some UK tours, we operate a self-drive option. We will give you a discount of £25 per person and a seat will still be reserved for you on the coach for the excursions.

LuggageMy Luggage

How much luggage can I take with me?

For holidays by coach, your luggage must be restricted to one medium-sized suitcase weighing no more than 18 kilograms (40 pounds); we cannot carry any additional luggage items. Also, we cannot accept responsibility at any time for your personal hand luggage.

Do you provide luggage labels?

We no longer provide luggage labels. You are welcome to label your suitcase with your own label and are encouraged to do so which will help to avoid any confusion/mistaken luggage.

Who is responsible for my luggage?

As with all personal items, it is your responsibility to ensure your suitcase is on board the coach. Please make sure you see the driver place your luggage into the coach and on the way home carefully check you collect the correct luggage from the driver at your drop-off point. We cannot accept responsibility for misplaced or damaged luggage and, whilst we will assist you with the recovery of any lost suitcase, this will be upon receipt of the courier costs.

CoachMy Coach Travel

How many passengers does your coach take?

Most of our coaches take up to 53 passengers, although this can vary depending on the type of coach with some taking 47 and the largest taking 57.

Will I be seated with my party?

Although we endeavour to seat parties together on occasion, we are unable to guarantee this

When will I find out my seat numbers?

You will find out your seating plan with your final confirmation up to 7 days before departure.

Do your coaches have a toilet?

All coaches that we contract have a toilet. Please note that due to their tank capacity we would suggest they are used sparingly. We also ensure there are adequate comfort stops scheduled within our journeys.

Will it always be the tour coach that collects me from my chosen pickup point?

Not always, sometimes we utilise smaller feeder vehicles to operate some pickups; these vehicles will transfer you to join the main tour coach. We do this to offer a wide range of pickup points and to keep the overall journey times for the tour coach to a minimum.

Please note: if you have booked front seats or any other guaranteed seats through our seat reservation service, these only apply once you join the main tour coach.

Do your coaches have Wi-Fi?

Wi-Fi is not guaranteed on all coaches.

Can I request an empty seat by my side on the coach?

We can certainly try an accommodate a request for an empty seat on the coach, but as with any other request it is not guaranteed that it can be fulfilled.

How many steps are there to get on and off the coach?

The number of steps will vary depending on the make and model of the coach, with some coaches having 3 steps to the driver and then 2 to the seating area to others having four steps and then only one to the seats. The centre exit stairs are often rather steep and are 5 or 6 steps.

Is there a lowering mechanism on the coach?

Standard coaches have a system called a ferry lift. This allows the air suspension to be raised above the normal ride height level to aid in loading and unloading the coach on and off ferries due to their steep ramps and risk of grounding out but can also be used on rough ground or steep crests.

This process does not drop the coach completely to the ground and customers must also be able to navigate the steps on the coach, which vary in height depending on the make and model of the coach.

HotelMy Hotel

Can I have a ground-floor room and/or a walk-in shower?

You can request to have these but as with any other request, this cannot be guaranteed. A booking cannot be made on the basis that this request will be granted.

Can my special diet be accommodated?

Passengers are requested to inform us of any food allergies/requests at the time of booking and we will attempt to accommodate them, however, special arrangements cannot be guaranteed. Passengers who are coeliac or follow a gluten-free diet are advised to contact the hotel before arrival to check if the diet is catered for. Some customers take their own bread for breakfast. Customers with severe food allergies or dietary requirements are advised to make appropriate arrangements with the hotel before commencing their tour and speak to the hotel staff on arrival.

InsuranceInsurance

Do I need insurance?

It is a condition of booking a holiday with us that you take out a comprehensive travel insurance policy either through us or purchase an alternative policy that provides at least the same level of cover as provided by the policy that is available through us. We have arranged comprehensive cover with Towergate which is detailed in our brochure and on the website. If you choose not to opt for the travel insurance we offer and take out insurance that is for any reason inadequate and does not provide at least the same level of cover, we shall not be liable for any costs incurred by you as a result. You will also agree to indemnify us in relation to any costs, expenses, or other losses we incur or suffer as a result of your failure to purchase insurance in accordance with this clause. Please see our Terms and Conditions for more detail.

How do I claim on the insurance policy I bought with you?

You need to provide your insurer with your booking confirmation and cancellation invoice (if applicable), so please get in touch with us if you don’t have a copy of these.

To make a claim please visit: www.travelclaims.davies-group.com. Alternatively download a claim form from: www.ergotravelinsurance.co.uk/coach. Or contact the Davies Group: Post: ERGO Travel Insurance Claims, Davies Building, PO Box 1392, Preston PR2 OXE Email: travelclaims@davies-group.com Tel: 01612 198702.

AccessAccessibility

We strive to provide the very best service for all our guests, so they can fully enjoy their holiday with us. We monitor the processes we have in place and amend them as necessary to maintain high levels of service for both our disabled customers and for those with limited mobility. Please read on for more details.

When you book with us

We can provide several services which will help you when you book your holiday with us. These will include:

  • large print emails
  • text to speech service
  • correspondence in braille and
  • calls to a nominated person to help with your booking.
Please let us know how we can best provide the service you need.

We are happy for you to bring a registered assistance dog on your holiday; please let us know at the time of booking and arrange to send us a copy of the dog’s registered assistant status, so that we can book them on the coach.

Travelling with a CPAP machine

If you’re travelling with a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine, please let us know at the time you book. You can travel with this in addition to your standard hand baggage allowance, free of charge. When travelling, please make sure you bring along a copy of your manual or a letter from your GP.

On our holidays

It’s important you advise us if anyone in your party has mobility issues – the minimum requirements are that you and members of your party, can climb the steps onto a coach unaided.

Most of our tours are fully accessible for wheelchairs and walkers, but some tours, for example, our London breaks, you may find that being able to walk for 20-25 minutes is necessary due to the nature of the tour. Please check with your Reservations Agent before you book if there are any mobility restrictions for your chosen tour so we can better advise you and make sure that your tour is suitable for you. Please call our Reservations Team if you are uncertain about a particular tour on 03330 603 742. We are open from 8:00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday.

On our coaches

Mobility Aids
You are welcome to bring a walking aid on your holiday with us. These can be either wheelchairs or walking frames so long as they are collapsible. We ask that you speak to us before you book so that we can pre-book a space for you as the coach will have limited space. We will also need to check that the wheelchair is compatible with the space on the coach and that your specific coach is not already fully booked. Please note that even if you have a wheelchair or walking aid, you must be able to climb the steps onto a coach unaided by another person.

Please call our Reservations Team on 03330 603 742 if you need to book a mobility aid onto your tour. We are open from 8:00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday.

Mobility Scooters
We will be happy to take you and your mobility scooter on our tours. However, please bear in mind that coaches are subject to overall weight restrictions and have limited space to accommodate the luggage of all passengers. We are therefore only able to accept one small lightweight mobility scooter on each coach as long as it can be safely stowed in the luggage hold of the coach. Please also be aware that some of our hotels may not be able to accommodate mobility scooters due their structural design, so while we may have room on the coach, if the hotel cannot support it, then we may have to decline your request to bring it along.

A mobility scooter can be taken on the coach if it can be safely stowed in the luggage hold when:

  • No individual part should weigh more than 20KG in weight, to comply with H&S regulations.
  • The assemble and disassemble of the scooter is the responsibility of the owner and not the driver.
  • It is capable of being folder and unfolded.
  • Drivers should load the scooter onto the coach. Customers cannot load the scooter as its leading them to danger.
  • The battery is a dry fuel cell or gel fuel cell or lithium battery.
  • It has no assistance or auxiliary aids which would make it unsafe for stowage.
  • No liability for the scooter shall be accepted by either JG or the supplier.
Please call our Reservations Team on 03330 603 742 if you need to book a mobility scooter onto your tour. We are open from 8:00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday.

Seating on the coach
On every coach, we reserve the row just behind the front seats for customers with restricted mobility so that they have easier access to exit. Please note that these seats have the same dimensions as other seats on the coach.

Getting on and off the coach
Our standard coaches have a system called a ferry lift. This allows the air suspension to be raised above the normal ride height level to aid in loading and unloading the coach on and off ferries due to their steep ramps and risk of grounding out but can also be used on rough ground or steep crests.

This process doesn’t drop the coach completely to the ground and passengers must also be able to navigate the steps on the coach which vary in height depending on the make and model of the vehicle.

CancellationCancellation or Changes

My tour has been cancelled, what are my options?

Whilst we try to avoid any cancellations, if your tour is cancelled by us, we will endeavour to find you a suitable alternative, in which case we would reimburse the difference in the cost (if any).

If we are unable to find you a suitable alternative, we will issue you a refund within 14 days of the cancellation.

I need to cancel my booking, what are my options?

Before cancelling a booking completely, you may be able to offer your holiday to someone else. We would accept a name change (a £25 administration fee applies) up to 7 days prior to departure. Please note that if you change your booking to another person, some aspects of it such as event or theatre tickets may not be transferable and you may have to pay another full fee for such tickets or they may no longer be available, if, for example, the event has sold out.

Alternatively, we can try and transfer your booking to another date. Please call our Reservations Team on 03330 603 742 for further advice. We are open from 8:00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm Saturday and 9.00am to 4.00pm Sunday.

FeedbackHow to contact us/Feedback

I have had a great experience, how can I let you know?

I have had a great experience, how can I let you know?

We love to hear about your travel experiences with us. Please complete our feedback questionnaire after your tour, drop us an email at customerservices@omegabreaks.com or send us a letter. You can also leave a review on our Facebook page or Trustpilot so everyone can read about your experiences!

I have had a disappointing experience, how can I let you know?

We take all feedback seriously and are committed to working with our suppliers to improve our service. If you have had a disappointing experience with us, please help us by giving your feedback on our Contact Us page. If you prefer you can also send us an email or letter.

WebsiteHelp with the Website

Why can’t I find the date I want to travel?

All our tours operate on different dates and routes, depending on where in the country you are travelling from. So, regrettably, some dates may simply not be available to you. The easiest way to find out what dates are available from your preferred pickup points is to enter your postcode at the top of the website. This will filter out all dates that are unavailable. If you would like to see all dates that are available (regardless of pickup locations), simply hit reset in the postcode box at the top.

When I put my postcode in, I can’t find any available dates

Unfortunately, this simply means we do not travel from your area on any of the (remaining) dates available.

We would suggest finding an alternative tour or changing your pickup location to one that is available, if this is an option for you.