At the time of this page's publication
of this tour, FROM ROME TO
LONDON, was not being offered for 2021.
HOWEVER, this COSMOS tour may be offered by the Globus Family of Brands
at a
later date or may be offered in the 2021 season. In the meantime here
are some similar tours that may also interest you that will be
operating
in 2021:
From Rome to London, travel to Western
Europe’s most famous cities on this European tour. Along the way, see
some of Europe’s most iconic sights and witness beautiful scenery. In
Rome, Florence, and Paris, see the must-see sights on your guided
sightseeing. In Rome, take a walk around St. Peter’s Square, designed
by Brunelleschi and the centrepiece of Vatican City with its Basilica.
In Florence, your walking tour features the city’s renaissance center,
including Piazza Signoria, home to many ornate and famous sculptures.
In Paris, your city tour includes views of the iconic Arc de Triomphe,
Champs Elysées, and Eiffel Tower. You’ll reach the romantic city
of Venice by private motorboat with views of St. Mark’s Square. Other
iconic sights on this Europe tour are Innsbruck’s Golden Roof, the
balcony built for Emperor Maximilian in the early 15th century; Pisa’s
Leaning Tower; and Lucerne’s Chapel Bridge, Europe’s oldest covered
bridge dating back to 1333. Throughout this European tour, take in some
beautiful landscapes. Enjoy
the rolling hills, olive groves, and rural villages in Tuscany. Admire
the alpine scenery in Switzerland, including green pastures, rustic
chalets and deep blue lakes; Cortina, a well-known Italian ski resort
nestled amid the majestic Dolomites, the mountains that turn pink at
sunset. In France, drive past some of Burgundy’s most famous vineyards
located on gently rolling hills. From Paris, you’ll ride the Eurostar
train to London, with the
opportunity to get to know the British capital, a cosmopolitan city
that never ceases to surprise. From Rome to London, this is the perfect
way for value-minded travelers
to see some of Europe’s most iconic sights!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: ROME Guided sightseeing PISA See the
Leaning Tower FLORENCE
Guided
walking tour VENICE Canal
boat ride, glassblowing workshop CORTINA
D’AMPEZZO
Visit INNSBRUCK Visit VADUZ Visit LUCERNE Visit PARIS Guided
sightseeing PARIS-LONDON
by
Eurostar train
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites
can be seen or visited on this vacation:
Historic
Centre of Florence
Historic
Centre of Rome - various properties Vatican City
Paris Banks
of the Seine
Piazza del
Duomo Pisa
The Dolomites
Venice and
its Lagoon
Inside
visits and
special features: Shown in UPPERCASE in
the tour description including admission charges where applicable.NOTE:December 21 Departure – Christmas Eve in
Venice and New Year’s in London OPTIONALS:
Choice of optional excursions at reasonable prices to customize your
own experience. Please find a detailed list in your travel documents
HEADSETS
throughout the tour
ROME Park Hotel Dei Massimi (F) FLORENCE Hotel Nil (ST)
VENICE Poppi (ST)INNSBRUCK Hotel Ramada Innsbruck Tivoli (ST)LUCERNE Royal Luzern (ST)
PARIS Kyriad Paris Bercy
Village (ST)LONDON Holiday Inn Kensington High Street
(ST) or Novotel London West (F)HOTELS -
(SF) Superior First-Class (F) First-Class (ST) Superior Tourist Class
(T) Tourist Class
DINING
HIGHLIGHTS
Buffet
breakfasts daily; 3 dinners TRANSPORTATIONTouring by
private, first-class,
air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; Eurostar train
Paris-London; Pisa mini-train ride; canal transfer boat in Venice
GUIDES
Local Guides for city sightseeing in Rome, Florence, Paris;
professional Tour Director while touringAIRPORT TRANSFERS Airport transfers
may be included when you make your flight arrangements.
Day
1
Arrive in
Rome,
ItalyCheck into your hotel. Maybe use your
CosmosGO app to explore this lively ancient capital. In the afternoon,
meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
Day2RomeThe “Eternal City” is steeped in
history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Included
sightseeing with a Local Guide starts with St. Peter’s Square and
Basilica. Other highlights are the iconic Colosseum and Circus Maximus.
An optional visit is available to the Vatican Museums and
Sistine Chapel, world famous for Michelangelo’s impressive fresco of
The Last Judgment.
Breakfast
Day
3
Rome–Pisa–FlorenceVistas of rolling hills, austere rows of
cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages
form the backdrop of your journey through Tuscany. Take a break in Pisa
and enjoy a ride on a mini train to see the SQUARE OF MIRACLES and the
amazing Leaning Tower. Then, on to Florence.
Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 kmBreakfast Dinner
Day4Florence–Venice AreaBirthplace of the Renaissance, Florence
was for centuries a leading power. On the included walking tour with an
expert Local Guide, discover the landmarks of this amazing city, like
Piazza Signoria with the Loggia dei Lanzi, Palazzo Vecchio, and the
breathtaking cathedral on Piazza del Duomo. Watch how leather is
embossed with gold, and enjoy free time to shop. In the afternoon,
drive north across the Po River and spend two nights in the Venice area.
Today’s Distance: 180 mi/ 290 kmBreakfast
Day 5 Venice AreaVenice is known worldwide for its
carnival, its film festival, and its incredible location on the water.
Today, reach Venice by private MOTORBOAT to view the Bridge of Sighs,
Doges’ Palace, and St. Mark’s Square before the visit to a GLASSBLOWING
WORKSHOP. Don’t miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along
the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you.
Breakfast Dinner
Day6Venice Area–Cortina–Innsbruck Area,
AustriaLeave the plains of the Veneto region
behind and drive northward to spot the spectacular peaks of the
DOLOMITES. Stop awhile in Cortina to enjoy the grand scenery. Later,
cross over the Europa Bridge and Brenner Pass into Austria to reach
Innsbruck in time to see the famous golden roof, emblem of the city.
Today’s Distance: 205 mi/ 330 kmBreakfast
Day
7
Innsbruck
Area–Liechtenstein–Lucerne, SwitzerlandDrive through the valleys and villages
of the mountainous Tyrol to the Arlberg Tunnel, descending into
Switzerland. Stop briefly in Vaduz, Liechtenstein’s capital. Absorb the
majestic alpine landscapes and glimpses of Lake Walen on the way to
Lucerne.
Today’s Distance: 196 mi/ 315 kmBreakfast
Day8LucerneOne of Switzerland’s finest cities,
Lucerne is nestled amid its snowcapped Alps, surrounded by its lake,
and embellished by the clear mountain waters of the Reuss River. The
orientation includes the LION MONUMENT, erected in memory of the 800
Swiss Guards who defended Louis XVI and his wife. Also see the famous
wooden CHAPEL BRIDGE. A grand selection of optional activities
completes the day: a cable-car ride to the 10,000-foot summit of Mount
Titlis; a cruise on the fjord-like lake; or, of course, time to shop
for an authentic Swiss watch.
Breakfast Dinner
Day 9 Lucerne–Paris, FranceEnjoy vistas of green pastures and
rustic chalets, then cross into France and drive past some of its most
famous Burgundy vineyards to romantic Paris.
Today’s Distance: 423 mi/ 680 kmBreakfast
Day10ParisParis is a world-class city with more
familiar landmarks than almost any other city in the world. This
morning, see them during the included city tour with a Local Guide.
Later, feel like a French aristocrat on an optional walking tour
through the opulent Palace of Versailles.
Breakfast
Day11Paris–London, EnglandRelax on your EUROSTAR journey to London.
Today’s Distance: 305 mi/ 492 kmBreakfast
Day12LondonYour vacation ends with breakfast this
morning.
Breakfast
From
Rome to London
12 Day Tour
From $2199USD
(Less
applicable COSMOS
PROMO(S) and Gardner Travel
Discounts)
Exceptional
Vacations
Celebrating
over 85 Years of Touring!
STATUS
OF THIS TOUR FOR 2021
At the time of this page's publication
of this tour, FROM ROME TO
LONDON, was not being offered for 2021.
HOWEVER, this COSMOS tour may be offered by the Globus Family of Brands
at a
later date or may be offered in the 2021 season. In the meantime here
are some similar tours that may also interest you that will be
operating
in 2021:
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competitive group-based airfares from your home city airport that fit
with this particular touring program.
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perfect tour at the best price available, today. We've been
representing the GLOBUS Family of
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Partner - a designation only awarded to the top tier agencies
that are authorized to represent the full Globus Family of Brands. We
can take you all the way from your own hometown to
some of the most beautiful touring experiences in Europe and then back
again - all with the expertise of a seasoned COSMOS professional
representative.
When it is important to get it right, you can trust the services of our
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availability of onsite resources and those of the tour companies and
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request from our listed programs. We will respond to your
requests as quickly as possible and as soon as we have all components
of your package confirmable. All tour program rates are based upon
double occupancy unless otherwise specified.
Thank
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your interest in this quality Cosmos Tour by The GLOBUS Family
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Randy
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Service,
Inc.
More
than three decades ago Cosmos
pioneered the idea of quality value
travel
to Europe. Since then we've developed and refined the concept of
vacation
packages. Over a million people have come back to us for a second or
third
vacation...or more!
Our clients'
repeat business is the best testimony to the incredible value and
experience
we offer.
If you've never
taken a package vacation, consider this: Traveling with Cosmos is less
expensive, more comfortable, and far easier than going it alone. Our
volume
contracting for hotels and services provides you with travel at
wholesale
prices. A Cosmos package is carefully planned to make the best possible
use of your time.
Our team of
experts has refined our itineraries to combine the must-see sights with
significant time on your own, offering more choice and flexibility. You
can travel relaxed and hassle-free, knowing that we've taken care of
all
the details. Once you've
discovered the special advantages of traveling with Cosmos, you'll
never
want to travel any other way again. Cosmos is "A Smart Way To Go."
Guidance At
the heart of every great Cosmos tour are the friendly, knowledgeable
folks who show you around and help you maximize your free time. We go
to incredible lengths to find the most professional Tour Directors and
Local Guides. They deliver commentary in English, but are multilingual
so they can navigate Europe with ease and give you the richest
experience possible. Headsets
For all guided visits and included sightseeing in Europe, Cosmos will
provide personal audio headsets. See tour itinerary for details. The Right Balance
No one enjoys a vacation where every second is spent on a schedule. We
build free time into every Cosmos vacation, so you can eat, shop, and
explore the way you want. Your Tour Director and Local Guides can offer
suggestions for things to see and do-or you can join one of our many
intriguing optional excursions. Sightseeing
Our packages include guided sightseeing and scenic highlights that
reveal the best of Europe, North America, and South America. Enjoy
inside visits of the must-see sites with knowledgeable Local Guides who
will bring each destination to life. Inside visits and special features
are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description. See individual
itinerary pages to learn what is included in your vacation. Personalize Your
Vacation with MyCosmos
Cosmos lets you enhance your tour with optional excursions that are
meaningful to you. Whether you enjoy art, music, food, wine, history,
or whatever, we give you the freedom to truly personalize your trip.
Best of all, you can make your selections-and even pre-pay-in advance
online at Cosmos.com/MyCosmos.
Cosmos
Takes
Care of Your
HotelsWhere
you stay makes all the difference After a day's
traveling you want to relax at a comfortable, clean, and attractive
hotel.
We have chosen hotels with the best rooms, service, and food for the
money.
Of course, they vary as different countries have different standards.
However,
we ensure that everywhere you get the best available in cleanliness and
comfort.
Cosmos hotels
are always located in good neighborhoods, some more centrally and
others
in residential areas. Especially in large cities we sometimes prefer
good
hotels in residential areas on the outskirts to less desirable or
overpriced
downtown hotels.
Rooms at all
our hotels include private facilities: private bath or shower and a
toilet.
Triple rooms
are usually no larger than twin rooms and the third bed is often a
roll-away
bed put into a twin-bedded room just for the night.
Cosmos
specifies
your hotels Our hotels
are mainly superior tourist-class (ST) and tourist-class (T)
establishments,
but we also feature some first-class (F) hotels. Cosmos hotel ratings
follow
standards set by the independent Official Hotel Guide (OHG) or by
national
tourist boards. The specific rating for each contract hotel is
determined
by our quality controllers.
We reserve
the right to substitute hotels listed on the tour pages with hotels of
equivalent standard. With your Cosmos travel documents you'll receive a
list of hotel addresses, telephone numbers, and fax numbers for your
tour.
Stretch
Your
Vacation Dollars Value-packed
vacations at bargain prices. With Cosmos,
a company that specializes in package travel arrangements, you'll visit
the world without spending a fortune. Because all our buying power is
devoted
to package travel, our clout with suppliers is powerfully concentrated
-- and we pass the savings on to you with affordable vacation packages
for every budget.
Singles
save
with "guaranteed share" rates More than one-third
of all people traveling with Cosmos are traveling independently. We
therefore
accept reservations on a "guaranteed share" basis. We charge singles
the
basic price and match up singles of the same gender in twin-bedded
rooms.
For mutual comfort we adopt a no-smoking rule in shared rooms.
"Guaranteed
shares" are not available for extra nights before or after your tour,
on
tours with overnight trains, or on train or cruise extensions. If we cannot
find a roommate for a traveler who has booked on a "guaranteed share"
basis,
we'll absorb the single room supplement, and that traveler will be
accommodated
in a single room at no extra charge. Of course we
do offer single rooms when available to those who prefer to travel solo
and pay the single supplement.
Triple
room
reduction Cosmos grants
a reduction to three people who travel together and share the same
accommodation.
Triple room reductions, when available, are listed in the Dates and
Prices
box on the tour page. A word of
caution:
Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms, and the third bed,
if there is one, is often a rollaway bed put in a twin-bedded room for
the night.
Discount
for
young tour members Cosmos grants
a 10 percent discount on the land tour price to travelers who are under
18 years old on the tour departure date, provided they are accompanied
by an adult. We do not accept children under eight on our tours because
we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations. Cosmos Vacations
Offer Flexibility Joining late and
leaving early*
Many Cosmos land arrangements start and end in London. If you have
already spent time in the British capital, you may want to skip one or
more of the included London nights or even join at the first overnight
hotel on the Continent. Call your Travel Agent for any reductions that
apply to your vacation for joining late or leaving early. Vacations
with these reductions are sold on a land-only basis. A
professional team takes care of you in London
For any help or information you might require during your London stay,
please contact the Cosmos hospitality desk at your hotel. Our
knowledgeable staff will serve you with a smile; give you guidance on
what to do and where to go; and arrange excursions, evening
entertainment, and theater outings for you. Extra
nights*
If you'd like more hotel nights than we've provided at the start or end
of your tour, we can make reservations for you at the rates quoted
below, provided you request them at the time you book your vacation.
Rates are per person, per night, and include room with private bath,
breakfast, service charges, and taxes. Extra nights are only available
immediately prior to or after your
tour. Extra pre-tour nights in London are not available if you join
your tour later than Day 2. Every effort is made to reserve extra
nights at the hotel where your
tour stays. If space at the tour hotel is not available, alternative
accommodation will be reserved at a hotel of equivalent standard. When
this is the case, the transfer to and from the tour hotel is at our
expense. As hotel space is limited, we cannot reserve more than two
extra nights
before and/or after a tour, unless they are needed to bridge the gap
between two Cosmos vacations. During particularly busy periods, hotel
space in certain cities can become so tight that we may be unable to
sell extra nights.
Trust
& Travel Insurance
For
generations, Globus has worked
hard to provide the best on-trip experiences, world-class customer
service, and the best consumer protection plans available in the travel
industry.
DETAILS
OF THIS INSURANCE PROGRAM WILL BE INCLUDED IN ALL OF OUR QUOTES.
and The Globus
Family of
Brands
More than 90
years ago, Antonio Mantegazza bought a rowboat to transport commercial
goods across Lake Lugano in Switzerland. Who could know that rowboat
would launch the world's leading escorted travel company? Today Globus
is a global, family-owned company reaching every corner of the world.
Globus is now the first choice among individuals looking for vacations
with both domestic and international travel in a variety of styles to
six continents and hundreds of itineraries to choose from (see Globus History video right).
Antonio's
frequent trips across the scenic lake led him to
consider opportunities in a different market - tourism. His
entrepreneurial instinct pushed him to gradually acquire some
motorcoaches to transport tourists around the Lake Lugano area. In
1928, Antonio opened a company specializing in motorcoach touring
called Globus Viaggi. The company began with a fleet of 12 coaches
which operated local excursions for European tourists in Switzerland.
By
1950, Globus Viaggi had grown to a fleet of 33 coaches
and featured overnight excursions to Rome, Venice, the Dolomites and
the French Riviera. Gradually, these became regularly scheduled tours
and grew longer to cover more ground. Later that decade, under the
leadership of Werner Albek, Antonio's business partner, Globus
pioneered the concept of Grand European Touring by offering first-class
European tours to North Americans. By 1961, the company launched its
Cosmos arm, which featured affordable, value-priced European touring
for the cost-conscious British traveler.
The
coach tours were so successful that Cosmos soon
introduced another form of travel for the British market: air holiday
packages to the sunny destinations of southern Europe. By 1968, Cosmos
air holidays became so popular the company formed its own airline,
Monarch Airlines. Monarch Airlines started out modestly with two used
Britannia aircraft and eventually blossomed into one of the most
successful European charter companies with a large fleet of modern jets
and its own engineering division.
Under
the flagship of Sergio Mantegazza, current president
and son of Antonio, Globus began expanding its markets beyond Great
Britain and North America. Since 1974, travel packages have been sold
in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and most recently in Southeast Asia.
Starting in the 70s, the company also aggressively expanded its
offerings, introducing travelers to more countries than any other tour
operator with packages to Africa, South and North America, Europe, the
South Pacific and Asia.
Today,
the Globus family of brands is marketed and operated
by a network of more than 32 independent tourism and aviation
businesses, serviced by a group of more than 5,000 professionals
worldwide. Combined, Globus, Cosmos, and Monograms carry over 500,000
passengers a year, making the organization the leading operator of
guided vacations worldwide. Globus attributes its success to the ideals
of founder Antonio Mantegazza. For three generations, his vision, hard
work, love for travel, and commitment have guided the company. These
values are the cornerstone on which Globus was built and will continue
to grow.
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