Athens - Italy trip 2026 (Second installment)

The second payment installment of £650 per person, due on September 15, 2025, marks a critical transition from initial planning into firmly securing key components of the trip. This payment directly covers:

• Significant Accommodation Deposits: While the first payment helped secure the non-refundable villa booking in Tuscany, this second installment allows us to place substantial deposits on the accommodations in the other locations. For a group of 14, hotels and guesthouses often require a significant down payment to officially confirm a large block of rooms and hold the specific dates. This payment locks in the group rate we have negotiated and guarantees our space, ensuring we have a place to stay in all locations.

• Early-Bird Excursions & High-Demand Activities: This payment allows us to book and pay for high-demand tours and excursions that fill up months in advance. Examples of what this might cover include deposits for:

  • Private guided tours for historical sites.

  • Exclusive group experiences like a private boat charter.

  • Cooking classes or food tours that have limited space.

By collecting this payment now, we are able to move forward with confirming reservations that cannot be left to a later date, securing our itinerary and ensuring all planned activities are available to the group. This portion of your payment is largely non-refundable, as it is immediately used to fulfill the financial commitments required by our suppliers at this stage.