Hi Ian,
There are 20 people booked for the tour departing on 18th November.
For the weather, the temperature will range from anything from the early-20's to the minus numbers. Make sure that you take plenty of layers, a waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes just incase.
The electronic passport or ePassport was launched in 2006 and featured a microchip and facial biometrics - this was taken from the UK passport agency website, however, please note that there is now a new passport style.
With regards to visa's we can process an ESTA (this is for entry into the USA) for customers. The charge for this is £29.
I hope this helps, and if you need anymore information, please let me know.
Kindest Regards,
Monty