FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Who is a vegan adventure in SWITZERLAND hosted by?

The  trip is hosted by Escape To..., a social enterprise that has hosted over 900 international travelers around the world on group tours, volunteering and experiential programs over the last 13 years as well as Vincent Combe, an international PhD French teacher who has taught language and culture in Geneva, France and New York City over the last 17+ years.

What's Included? 

Total pre-departure support (orientation on health, culture, safety and arrival details, what to pack, etc.), airport transfers in Zurich, accommodation, vegan meals (as indicated in the itinerary), transportation (as per itinerary), entrance fees to places of interest as per itinerary, and tips to guides and drivers. 

What's Not Included? 

Round trip airfare, visa, travel insurance, laundry, tips for hotel staff, alcohol, activities you may do in your own free time, shopping and personal expenses, any healing services such as massage, extra snacks and drinks outside of meals, meals that are specifically not listed in the itinerary.

Do I have to be vegan in order to participate? 

Nope. We encourage travelers who are interested in exploring veganism to participate. However, you can certainly take part without a background in vegansim, with the understanding that all provided meals will be vegan. 

CAN I BRING A FRIEND?

Definitely! We encourage traveling solo with us or registering with a friend(s).

WILL I GET SICK?

Most travelers to Switzerland do not find that they get altitude sickness as they get closer to the mountains. If you get motion sickness easily, make sure to pack motion sickness medicine for when we are on the trains or other public transportation.

WHAT DO I WEAR?

Summer in Switzerland is hot during the afternoons and slightly cooler in the evenings. We recommend wearing loose-fitted clothing (khakis, shorts, dresses) during the day. For women, we recommend wearing short sleeved, 3/4 or long sleeved shirts and dresses. For early mornings and evenings or during the chance that it rains, always have a light cardigan or sweater available in the mountains or on trains. The weather will be changing between the three cities that we will be visiting so pack for summer and spring as we get closer to the countryside and mountains.

WHO WILL THE OTHER TRAVELERS BE?

Our trip is meant for travelers over 18, from around the world who want to travel to Switzerland through a meaningful and culturally responsible experience. We will form a Whatsapp group around 15 days prior to the event so we can all learn about each other before we arrive in India.

WILL WE ALL FLY TOGETHER?

Not necessarily. We will get participants from around the world so everyone is responsible to fly on their own to Switzerland. Whenever possible, we will connect those of you who are flying from the same city.

HOW MANY people WILL BE ON THE TRIP?

We are capping our program at 10 travelers (in addition to 2 trip leaders).

WHERE DO MY TRIP FEES GO?

Your trip fees help provide on-ground support in the form of airport pickups, accommodation, food, transportation, all activities as per itinerary, and 24/hour staff to guide the group through the experience. Through our activities, we are supporting the work of impactful non-profits and causes along the way. 

WHAT ARE THE PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION DEADLINES?

To reserve your spot: $500 deposit
April 1st 2024 : Remaining balance (either $4,495 if you are sharing a room or $5,095 if you opt for a private room)

WHAT IS THE CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY?

90 Days or More Prior to the Trip: 100% of the final balance is refundable ($500 deposit is non-refundable)

89-30 Days Prior to the Trip: The deposit fee ($500) is non-refundable. If you have been affected by COVID-19 or other illness, we work with you and your travel insurance company to have your trip reimbursed by them. Full refund on the trip cost, will be considered if you can find someone else to take your spot. Otherwise, 20% of the final balance is refundable.

29 Days or Less Prior to the Trip: The deposit fee and any other payments are non-refundable by us. If you have been affected by COVID-19 or other illness, we will work with you and your travel insurance company to have your trip reimbursed by them. We are not be able to refund your program fees due to vendor payouts, but we will discuss options with you for either travel insurance reimbursement (if it applies to you) or partial credit for a future trip (whatever has not been already paid out to the vendors).

YOU HAVE NOT ANSWERED MY QUESTION. WHO DO I CONTACT?

Please email prachi@fairkonnect.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible!