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Health & Safety

While the world has changed a lot recently, your health and safety still remains our biggest priority. When traveling on a YMT vacation, it’s important that you’re able to relax and enjoy complete peace of mind in an environment that is safe, clean and enjoyable.

We’re in this together

We’ve introduced enhanced hygiene protocols on all of our tours, and we ask that you take personal responsibility for your health as well. This begins with packing any personal protective equipment and hygiene supplies you may need. 

We ask that you follow CDC guidelines prior to your trip, including staying home if you feel ill. Please monitor your health throughout your tour and notify your Tour Director immediately if you feel unwell. Any guest who develops symptoms of Covid-19 during a tour will be tested with a rapid test. Any guest who tests positive for Covid-19, or refuses to be tested, will not be able to continue the tour, and no refund will be provided.

Please follow physical distancing and hygiene guidelines before departure and follow all health instructions including local signage and requests from your Tour Director while on tour.

YMT Vacations will require the use of masks where it is mandated by local guidelines. You can observe suggested safety precautions by following CDC guidelines:

Wash your hands often
Use face masks (where required)
Stay Up to Date with COVID-19 Vaccines
Test for COVID-19 (where required)
Follow Recommendations for What to Do If You Have Been Exposed
Stay Home If You Have Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19

As of January 1, 2023, while we highly recommend Covid-19 vaccinations, boosters, and pre-travel Covid-19 testing, they are no longer required for guests traveling with YMT Vacations. 

Please note that guests will need to comply with specific vaccine, testing and any booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or destination requirements, which may still apply.

This policy may change without notice based on guidance from health organizations, government agencies, and/or operational needs. No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to their failure to comply with these requirements. 

Any additional costs for quarantine or to return home are the guest’s responsibility. We highly recommend all guests purchase travel insurance. We will provide you with more details prior to departure. Additionally, we will keep you up to date with any additional pre-departure destination and partner requirements and have provided links to partner websites so you can monitor the latest updates.

Industry Standards

We are actively engaged with global travel organizations, like USTOA, TourCare and WTTC, and follow the health and safety protocols set throughout the travel industry.

TourcareTour Care

TourCare are health and sanitation guidelines developed by the tour industry’s major global associations: the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), The Canadian Association of Tour Operators (CATO) and the European Tourism Association (ETOA). YMT incorporates these guidelines that encourage their members to adhere to the highest standards in the industry.

World Travel & Tourism CouncilWTTC

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has produced new global Safe Travels protocols for use by the Travel & Tourism sector as best practice guidelines. The global protocols were developed in collaboration with WTTC Members, leading industry associations & international organizations. They take into account the current guidelines of the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Helpful Links

Health Protocols:

Major Airline COVID-19 & Health Protocols:

Cruise Line COVID-19 & Health Protocols:

Promotionals Terms & Conditions

*Temporary changes to standard terms and conditions apply to new bookings, this policy may be withdrawn at any time. Deposits and final payments remain non-refundable. Notice of change in travel plans must be given 100 days before departure for all land tours, ocean cruise tours and river cruise tours. Standard cancellation penalties will apply for full cancellation without rebooking or changes made within 100 days pre-departure. Seasonal pricing and eligible promotions for the new tour or cruise will apply.

If you choose a tour or departure that is more expensive than the original, you are responsible for the difference in price; if the tour or departure is less expensive than the original, a Future Travel Credit will be issued for the difference. Air penalties and charges may apply. Your Future Travel Credit reservation is set to expire 2 years from date of issue. Additional restrictions may apply; see Terms & Conditions for details.