You are booked. Let the anticipation begin.
A clear, thoughtful guide to the practical details between booking day and departure day—so you can arrive informed, confident, and ready to enjoy every moment.
A note from Mark
Our small group and private adventures blend immersive sightseeing with ample leisure time. As your trip approaches, you will receive helpful emails with the details you need.
Your Now Journey Trip Specialist is here for you. Please call, email, or chat with us anytime a question comes up.
Thank you from all of us at Now Journey.
— Mark Story, Managing Director
Your preparation roadmap
Work through the guide at your own pace. The most time-sensitive items—insurance, airfare, passports, and entry requirements—are best handled first.
Review coverage and request a quote.
Book independently or ask our recommended advisor.
Check passports, visas, and destination rules.
Make payments and add traveler information.
Plan your bags or arrange luggage forwarding.
Enroll for U.S. embassy travel alerts.
Review destination-specific health requirements.
Get quick answers about pace, groups, and ETIAS.
Allianz travel insurance quote
02 · Airfare assistance
We recommend Connie Koenig, a travel advisor who specializes in airfare. Please allow up to five business days for a response to your quote request.
A quick reminder
When arranging independent flights, allow sensible connection time and confirm that your arrival plans work with the meeting information in your final logistics itinerary.
Request an Airfare Quote03 · Important traveler responsibility
Each guest is responsible for meeting the entry requirements for every country visited or transited. Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and any authorization required for your nationality and itinerary.
ETIAS is not currently in operation. The European Union says it is expected to begin in the last quarter of 2026 and will announce the specific start date on its official website. No ETIAS action is required from travelers at this point.
04 · Your WeTravel account
Use WeTravel to make payments, securely upload passport information, add flight details, choose available options, and update your traveler profile.
Open WeTravel05–07 · Before you go
Use these trusted resources as your departure approaches. Requirements can change, so always review the latest official guidance for your destination.
05 · Luggage
Luggage Forward can ship your bags to your destination, helping you move through airports and connections more easily.
Explore Luggage Forward06 · Travel alerts
U.S. travelers can enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program to receive security, demonstration, and severe-weather alerts from the nearest U.S. embassy.
Enroll in STEP07 · Health guidance
Health and vaccination requirements are destination-specific and may change. Review official government guidance for every country on your itinerary before departure.
Review Travel Guidance08 · Helpful answers
A quick introduction to our travel style, group size, pacing, and the practical details that help guests feel prepared.
The European Union says ETIAS is expected to begin in the last quarter of 2026. It is not currently operating, applications are not being collected, and no action is required yet. Use only the official European Union ETIAS website for current information.
On Italy’s Great Cities Tour, Deluxe includes a full daily breakfast, five of nine dinners, and 4+ to 5-star hotels. Classic includes daily breakfast, the Venice Welcome Dinner, and 3 to 4-star hotels. Classic guests may add the additional included dinners as an upgrade.
Our sightseeing pace is leisurely, with opportunities to pause or opt out. Guests typically walk about 45 to 90 minutes per day during sightseeing tours, though exact activity varies by itinerary and destination.
Most journeys follow a Slow Travel rhythm, with much of the guided sightseeing in the mornings and many afternoons available for leisure, independent exploration, or rest.
Now Journey tours average 8 to 12 guests, with a maximum of 16. The small group size creates more room for conversation, flexibility, and a personal experience.
Our trips welcome travelers of varied ages and backgrounds who enjoy history, culture, thoughtful excursions, and having fun along the way. Curiosity, flexibility, and a positive attitude are the qualities our guests tend to share.
Ready when you are
Take care of the practical details, keep an eye on your inbox, and let the anticipation become part of the adventure.