Standard Terms & Conditions

Standard Terms and Conditions for Elysian Sailing

Effective Date: 05 October 2025

These terms and conditions (“Agreement”) constitute a legal agreement between you (“Customer” or “you”) and Elysian Sailing (“Company” or “we”), governing your use of our boutique crewed sailing, culture, and cuisine holidays (“Services”). By using our Services, you agree to be bound by this Agreement.

1. Booking and Payment

1.1. A booking is confirmed only upon receipt of your deposit and written confirmation from Elysian Sailing.

1.2. The deposit of 30% of the total trip price per person is non-refundable except as provided in Section 2.1.

1.3. The balance of the trip cost must be paid no later than 30 days before the trip start date. If the balance is not paid on time, we reserve the right to cancel your booking and retain the deposit.

1.4. All payments are to be made in GBP by bank transfer. Bank or currency transfer charges are the responsibility of the Customer.

2. Cancellation and Refunds

2.1. If you cancel 31 days or more before departure, we will refund any payments made less a 10% administration fee per person.

2.2. If you cancel within 30 days of departure, no refund will be made.

2.3. We recommend that you make any cancellation claims through your travel insurance provider.

2.4. If we cancel your booking due to unforeseen circumstances, we will offer you a full refund of the trip cost or a rescheduled trip at no additional cost.

3. Changes to Itinerary

3.1. We reserve the right to change the itinerary or the mode of transportation if circumstances require, including but not limited to adverse weather conditions, mechanical problems, or force majeure events beyond our control.

3.2. We will make reasonable efforts to ensure that any changes to the itinerary do not substantially affect the quality of the Services provided.

3.3. We will always aim to substitute any cancelled activity or port of call with an equivalent of similar quality or experience.

4. Limitation of Liability

4.1. You acknowledge that sailing and travel activities carry inherent risks. You agree to participate at your own risk and to follow all safety instructions provided by the crew.

4.2. We shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the provision of our Services.

4.3. Our liability for any claim arising out of or in connection with the provision of our Services shall be limited to the amount paid by you for the Services.

4.4. We are not responsible for services or experiences provided by third parties, including onshore dining or cultural activities.

5. Insurance

5.1. You are required to obtain comprehensive travel insurance covering medical expenses, cancellation, curtailment, and personal liability.

5.2. You are responsible for ensuring that you have the necessary insurance coverage for the Services provided.

6. Governing Law

6.1. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom.

6.2. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be resolved by arbitration in accordance with the rules of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) in London, United Kingdom, and judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.

7. Miscellaneous

7.1. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and us regarding the provision of the Services and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.

7.2. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

7.3. No waiver of any term of this Agreement shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

7.4. Our handling of your personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy, available on our website.