Question 1

Do I need a travel visa?

Accepted Answer

Canadians only need a valid passport. There are no special visa requirements to enter Europe. Please note that your passport’s expiration date should be at least 6 months after the date you are scheduled to fly to Europe.
ETIAS has been announced for 2025. There is a small fee associated with this. TOLY will forward all relevant information

Question 2

Are TOLY Small Group Tours active?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all TOLY tours are considered moderate pace tours. Europe has cobble streets, steep hill towns, and lots of walking. Feel free to reach out and ask for more details.

Question 3

Why should we travel with TOLY Small Group Tours?

Accepted Answer

We have a passion for travel, history, fantastic food, and once in a lifetime experiences. We put our heart and soul into every detail to make your European tour an extraordinary experience. Most group tours in Europe have from 40-60 people on the bus. At Toly, our numbers are between 8 and 20 people on tour.

Question 4

Why Small Groups?

Accepted Answer

Its what truly sets us apart from all the other tour companies. A small group allows us to stay in small, central, often family run authentic hotels. Big tours stay in large chain hotels outside the historic oldtown. A small group allows you to experience better, more intimate authentic restaurants, that simply cant cater to large groups

Question 5

Are you Registered with TICO?

Accepted Answer

Yes , we are fully registered with TICO. Our # is 50027410. You can travel with Peace of mind knowing you have consumer protection.  Check out https://tico.ca/consumers.html (https://tico.ca/consumers.html)for more information

Question 6

I’ve never been to Europe, which tour should we take?

Accepted Answer

Each country is unique, and each tour brings with it a different experience. Please reach out to us and we can talk about your interests to determine which tour is for you.

Question 7

We have booked our TOLY Small Group Tour, when should we book our flights?

Accepted Answer

A deposit holds your place on a tour; however, you must wait for a confirmed trip notification before booking your airfare or consider booking a cancelable fare. Our trips usually meet this minimum by the time flights are available to book

Question 8

Do I need to bring money for gratuities?

Accepted Answer

No, all gratuities for hosts, guides, coach, and boat drivers etc. are included with your TOLY Small Group Tour.

Question 9

What about luggage, do I have to carry my own bags?

Accepted Answer

Yes, at Toly, we believe your money should go towards unforgettable experiences, not Porter fees. Plan on carrying/ pulling/ loading your own luggage.Your tour hosts will give you all the packing tips and details before we travel.

Question 10

Can I travel early or extend my stay?

Accepted Answer

Of course! many of our guests like to enhance their tour by arriving early or extending their tour or even adding another destination. Your tour host can help you with all the details, planning and we can even make all the arrangements for you.

Question 11

My family would like to do a group tour together. Do you do Private tours?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Plenty of options are available, from a fully guided private tour to helping you book your very own dream tour.

Question 12

I see you are going on a Battlefield Tour as well as  Switzerland/Germany and Austria in 2025. Any other destinations?

Accepted Answer

2026, We will have tours to Ireland as well as France and a soon to be announced Italy tour.  2027 should see tours to Scotland and the Alps. 2028  England and France.
 Let us know what destinations interest you! We set tour dates based on interest, so let us know if you are interested in touring in 2026 or 2027

Question 13

Terms and Conditions

Accepted Answer

Click here for terms and conditions. (https://www.tolytours.ca/terms-and-conditions)