Payments
To book this tour we require a non-refundable non-transferable deposit of 25% at the time of booking. Final payment is due before 17th June 2024. From this date, the booking is fully non-refundable and non-changeable.
On Request Bookings
This booking is on request. Request Bookings will confirm that you have accepted our Booking Conditions. Your booking is not however, guaranteed until our partner company confirms availability. Please expect confirmation of place within 1-3 days of making your booking. Your card payment details will still be required for the deposit to secure your space, though please be advised this information will be held securely, and the card will only be debited upon confirmation of booking.
2024 Challenge Almere Entry
You will receive a link to complete your registration directly on the Challenge Almere website. This can take between 1-4 days to receive once your booking is confirmed, sometimes longer during busy periods.
Who can book
Our tours are available to book for Triathletes and family and friends from any country.
Can I still keep my entry if I cancel my tour?
All entries remain linked to a tour and cannot be used as a stand-alone entry without a tour package.
Transfers
Transfers are not included on this tour. The easiest way to reach your hotel is via direct intercity train from Schiphol Airport to Almere Centrum. Once you arrive at Almere Centrum, it is just a five-minute walk to your hotel. It is possible to take your bike on the train for an extra fee of 7.50EUR, for more information on rules around bike transfer by train, please read here.
Your Details
Please check all the details shown to make sure the names on your booking are the same as each person's passport. If not, please let us know within 48 hours of making your booking so we can change them. If you don't let us know straight away, you may be charged. Names must be given at the time of booking and any shown as TBA will be classed as a name change and there will be a charge.
Insurance
Destination Sport Experiences strongly recommends travellers to take out comprehensive travel insurance with sufficient healthcare cover, including cover for existing medical conditions and any activities you plan to do.
If you have a European Health Insurance Card it will be valid up to its expiry date. This will be replaced with a new UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC). You can find further details here.
Special Assistance
If you or anyone on your booking needs any special assistance for reduced mobility, disability or any other medical condition, you should let us know at [email protected]
We can give you more information about the accessibility of different services and the assistance available from transport and accommodation suppliers, or at venues. Availability and access to certain services / seating may be limited by the service provider so we recommend you talk to us about what you need before booking. If you book online, please add details of any special assistance you need in the special request box.
Special Requests
If you have any special requests, please let us know. We will do our best to make them happen for you but we can't guarantee them.
Important Travel Information
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For information about passports and applying for them, you should check the passport pages of the UK Government Website.
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When you travel, you should be 'Travel Aware'. By following the Travel Aware link, you’ll find a whole list of useful information put together by the FCDO, which will help you be 'Travel Aware' for your journey ahead.
Travel Health
Please make sure to visit the NaTHNaC website for guidance on country-specific vaccine recommendations plus other important advice and tips to stay healthy abroad.