From
its historical castles to its stunning landscapes and from its exciting
cities to its charming, small towns, Scotland has it all. On this
comprehensive Scotland tour, you’ll overnight in Glasgow, Edinburgh,
Inverness, Thurso, Isle of Skye, and Isle of Mull. Along the way,
you’ll visit some of its historical castles; witness its unspoiled,
breath-taking scenery; experience its cities and some of its small
towns; learn about its fascinating history; and much more.
Scotland is known for its many castles, and you’ll have the opportunity
to visit Edinburgh Castle, dating to the 12th century and home of the
Scottish Crown Jewels; Brodie Castle, with its outstanding art
collection and magnificent library; and Dunrobin Castle, where you’ll
also visit the formal gardens. Scotland is also known for its
interesting and often bloody history, and you’ll have an opportunity to
visit some of its historical sights. On the Orkney Islands, visit Skara
Brae, with remains from a 5,000-year-old Neolithic village. Learn about
13 centuries of clan history at the Museum of the Isles on the Isle of
Skye. Outlander fans will be treated to visits of two prominent sites:
Linlithgow Palace, and the Royal Burgh of Culross, once a port city on
the River Forth.
Of course, no vacation to Scotland is complete without seeing the
amazing scenery. Throughout this Scotland tour, sit back and enjoy as
you witness Scotland at its best—the breathtakingly wild and unspoiled
scenery and miles of yellow sandy beaches on Scotland’s northern coast;
the waterfalls and jagged, dark peaks on the Isle of Skye; the
inspiring hills, green woodlands, and spectacular beaches on the “Road
to the Isles”; and much more—while being escorted by an expert Tour
Director who will bring Scotland to life with in-depth knowledge of its
history, customs, stories, and secrets.
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A
Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per
departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between
you and
other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the
experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include
all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete
with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that
your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery
trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
Look for the ***SGD*** symbol behind each individual tour
departure date.
ROYAL BURGH OF CULROSS
Guided tour of the 17th-century village
LINLITHGOW
Visit the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots
EDINBURGH
Guided sightseeing, visit Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace
(excluding August and other occasional dates)
ABBOTSFORD
Guided tour of Sir Walter Scott’s house
MELROSE
Visit the abbey
ST. ANDREWS
Visit the home of golf
INVERNESS
Visit the Highland capital
CLAVA CAIRNS
Visit the sacred prehistoric site
CULLODEN MOOR
Visit the battle site’s visitor center
BRODIE
Visit the castle
ROSS-SHIRE GLOBUS
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helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take
you behind the scenes to spotlight
what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to
its local flavors.Guided tour of
the whisky distillery
DUNROBIN
Visit the castle and gardens
JOHN O’GROATS
Take the ferry to and from the Orkney Islands
ORKNEY ISLANDS
Board a local coach for a driver-guide commentary and visit the
Churchill Barriers, Skara Brae and Skaill House, and Kirkwall; visit
the GLOBUS
LOCAL FAVORITE Globus
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you behind the scenes to spotlight
what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to
its local flavors.Orkney Brewery
and enjoy lunch at the Tasting Hall café
ULLAPOOL GLOBUS
LOCAL FAVORITE Globus
helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take
you behind the scenes to spotlight
what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to
its local flavors.Fish & chips
lunch
ISLE OF SKYE
Visit the Museum of Island Life and the Museum of the Isles
ARMADALE–MALLAIG
Cross the Sound of Sleat by ferry; glenfinnan Take pictures of the
monument and the Harry Potter viaduct; lochaline–fishnish Take the
ferry to the Isle of Mull
GLENFINNAN
Take pictures of the monument and the Harry Potter viaduct
LOCHALINE–FISHNISH
Take the ferry to the Isle of Mull
ISLE OF MULL
Visit Tobermory
ISLE OF IONA
Take the ferry to the island and visit the center of Celtic Christianity
CRAIGNURE-OBAN
Take the ferry back to the Scottish mainland
LOCH LOMOND
Take photos of this stunning beauty spot
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites
can be seen or visited on this vacation:
Heart of Neolithic Orkney
Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
Forth Road Bridge
GLOBUS
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helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take
you behind the scenes to spotlight
what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to
its local flavors.LOCAL
FAVORITE Globus
helps you get out there and really experience your destination!
We take you behind the scenes to spotlight what makes this exciting
destination unique - and to introduce you to its local flavors.
INSIDE
VISITS Inside visits
and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description.
THIS
TOUR
INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING TRANSPORTATION MODES:
Ride
in Comfort
Each
Globus
motorcoach has upholstered,
reclining seats with headrests and individual air-conditioning vents. A
high-fidelity sound system broadcasts professional Tour Director's
commentary
to every seat. Our custom of daily seat rotation gives everyone a
variety
of vantage points to see the passing countryside and city scenes.
Motorcoach; ferries to/from the Orkney Islands, the Isles of Skye,
Mull, and Iona. Free Wi-Fi available on your motorcoach and in most
hotel lobbies.
HEADSETS throughout the tour
AIRPORT
TRANSFERS Airport
transfers
may be included when you make your flight arrangements.
GLASGOW DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow
Central (SF) or Radisson Blu Glasgow (SF)
EDINBURGH Hilton Edinburgh
Carlton (SF)
INVERNESS Mercure Inverness
Hotel
(F)
THURSO St Clair Hotel (F)
ISLE OF SKYE Dunollie Hotel
(F)
OBAN The Royal Oban
Hotel (SF) SUPERIOR
HOTELS - (D) Deluxe (SF)
Superior First-Class (F) First-Class
DINING
HIGHLIGHTS
Full
Scottish breakfast daily; 2 lunches; 9 three-course dinners with wine
and choice of menus, including a welcome dinner and a farewell dinner
in Glasgow
Day 1 ARRIVE IN GLASGOW, SCOTLAND Welcome
to Glasgow!
Free time the remainder of the day. At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director
and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Dinner
Day2GLASGOW–FALKIRK–ROYAL BURGH OF
CULROSS–LINLITHGOW–EDINBURGHSculpted
Horses & Scottish Heroines
FALKIRK See The Kelpies, the largest equine sculptures in the world.
ROYAL BURGH OF CULROSS Take a walking tour with a Local Guide.
LINLITHGOW See Linlithgow Palace ruins, birthplace of Mary Queen of
Scots, and a filming location for the Outlander TV series.
EDINBURGH Free time.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION
The Royal Burgh of Culross is considered one of Scotland’s most
picturesque examples of life in the 17th and 18th centuries. No wonder
it is the filming location for many film and television productions, as
well an inspiring destination for history lovers. Its well-preserved
buildings with red-tiled roofs line steep cobblestone streets from the
market cross to the hilltop abbey. Today’s Distance: 74
mi / 119 km
Breakfast
Day 3 EDINBURGHTraditions
& Treasures
EDINBURGH Walking tour with a Local Guide includes Royal Mile, a visit
to St. Giles’ Cathedral, and Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown
Jewels.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Edinburgh
Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom
of Scotland, rules with an 11,000-year history as “the most besieged
place in Great Britain.” Here, you’ll find the royal regalia and
Scotland’s Crown Jewels. The Castle also marks the starting point of
the Royal Mile, the historic processional route and location of many of
the city’s famous landmarks, including St. Giles’ Cathedral.
Breakfast
Day4EDINBURGH. ABBOTSFORD EXCURSIONRegal Manors & Royal Music
ABBOTSFORD Take a guided tour of Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House.
EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Attend the world-renowned Royal Edinburgh
Military Tattoo performance. (Departures August 5 through August 19
only).
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES The
19th century comes alive with echoes of triumph and tragedy at
Abbotsford House, where Scottish legend Sir Walter Scott became the
biggest-selling author of his day and the fashion for Scots baronial
architecture began. Learn how the “Great Scott” popularized tartan,
saved the Scottish banknote, and reclaimed his country’s Crown Jewels. Today’s Distance: 80
mi / 129 km
Breakfast
Day
5
EDINBURGH–ST.
ANDREWS–PITLOCHRY–INVERNESSScottish
Drams & Scenic Drives
ST. ANDREWS See the home of golf and famous university town then drive
across the Firth of Tay via Dundee to Pitlochry.
PITLOCHRY Walk through the Victorian mountain resort and Globus Local
Favorite visit a whisky distillery. Take a scenic drive through the
Grampian Mountains and Cairngorms National Park en route to Inverness.
Today’s Distance: 200
mi / 325 km
Breakfast
Dinner
GLOBUS
LOCAL FAVORITE Globus
helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take
you behind the scenes to spotlight
what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to
its local flavors./LOCAL
TASTES Feel your heart skip a beat in the heart of Scotland. Pitlochry
fills the senses with spectacular scenery and warm hospitality. Raise a
dram of whisky at an historic, local distillery whilst you learn all
about Scotland’s favorite spirit.
Day6INVERNESS. HIGHLANDS EXCURSIONThe
Bronze Age & Brave Battles
THE HIGHLANDS Visit the Bronze-Age chamber tomb site of Clava Cairns.
See the Culloden battlefield site and visitor center. Visit Cawdor
Castle.
INVERNESS Free time the remainder of the day. TOUR
HIGHLIGHT LITERATURE &
ARCHITECTURE In The Bard’s words, ‘This castle hath a pleasant seat;
the air nimbly and sweetly recommends itself unto our gentle senses.’
Walk through history in the dramatic countryside of the Scottish
Highlands to visit Cawdor Castle, the ancestral home of the Campbells
of Cawdor. Discover the castle’s literary connection to The Scottish
Play by William Shakespeare - also known as Macbeth.
Today’s Distance: 45
mi / 70 km
Breakfast
Day 7 INVERNESS–THURSOGardens
& Grandeur
DUNROBIN Visit the castle and gardens.
THURSO Free time this afternoon.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Perched
in the Northern Highlands overlooking the Moray Firth is Dunrobin
Castle, the historic home of the Earls and Dukes of Sutherland. One of
the oldest continuously inhabited “Scottish great houses,” the castle
evokes images of a French château with towering spires and grand
gardens inspired by the Palace of Versailles. Today’s Distance: 109
mi / 176 km
Breakfast
Dinner
Day8THURSO. EXCURSION TO THE ORKNEY ISLANDSBreathtaking Views
& Brews
JOHN O’GROATS Ferry crossing to the Orkney Islands.
ORKNEY ISLANDS Sightseeing includes the four Churchill Barriers, Scapa
Flow, Skara Brae, the Ring of Brodgar, and Kirkwall. Globus Local
Favorite Enjoy a guided tour of The Orkney Brewery with a light lunch
at the brewery’s Tasting Hall café and visit Skaill House.
Return to the mainland by ferry in the late afternoon.
Today’s Distance: 119
mi / 191 km
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
GLOBUS
LOCAL FAVORITE Globus
helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take
you behind the scenes to spotlight
what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to
its local flavors./LEGENDS
& LORE Orcadian water, the best malt, hops, and yeast are the only
four ingredients of hand-crafted ales such as Orkney Dark Island,
Northern Light and the world-famous Skull Splitter named after a
vicious Orkney Earl. Join a guided tour of the brewery and learn the
traditions of beer making and a long, long history of brewing quality
ales.
Day 9 THURSO–ULLAPOOL–ISLE OF SKYEScottish
Fish Stories
ULLAPOOL Visit the fishing port and enjoyGLOBUS
LOCAL FAVORITE Globus
helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take
you behind the scenes to spotlight
what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to
its local flavors.a traditional fish & chips lunch at
a local restaurant.
Today’s Distance: 219
mi / 353 km
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
GLOBUS
LOCAL FAVORITE Globus
helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take
you behind the scenes to spotlight
what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to
its local flavors./LOCAL
TASTES Walk along the whitewashed cottages with views of lovely Loch
Broom in the charming harbor town of Ullapool. Feast on traditional
fish and chips, a Scottish specialty that never fails to satisfy.
Day10ISLE OF SKYESea & Skye
ISLE OF SKYE Drive across the Inner Hebridean island; visit the Museum
of Island Life; stop in the picturesque island capital of Portree and
take in the views of the Cuillin Hills.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Magic
abounds on the Isle of Skye, home to some of Scotland's most iconic
landscapes to enchant the senses. With magnificent mountain ranges,
miles of captivating coastline, and heroic history, Skye casts a spell
with its breathtaking beauty and sense of island adventure.
Today’s Distance: 100
mi / 161 km
Breakfast
Dinner
Day
11
ISLE OF
SKYE–GLENFINNAN–FORT WILLIAM–OBANBrave
Lads & Bonnie Lands
ISLE OF SKYE Visit Museum of the Isles. Ferry crossing on the Sound of
Sleat to mainland.
GLENFINNAN See the monument to fallen Jacobite clansmen and the famous
Glennfinnan Viaduct.
FORT WILLIAM See the gateway to Ben Nevis, the UK’s highest peak.
GLEN COE Scenic drive en route to Oban. TOUR
HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Long
before it was made famous by the Harry Potter films, the Glenfinnan
Viaduct was hailed one of the most visually stunning railways in
Scotland. Flanked by rolling green hills that are home to the iconic
Scottish red deer, the elevated curves of the longest concrete railway
in Scotland traverses through a world of adventure and history.
Today’s Distance: 109
mi / 175 km
Breakfast
Dinner
Day12OBAN. EXCURSION to ISLE OF MULL and IONAHighland Isles & Miles
OBAN Ferry crossing to the Isle of Mull.
ISLE OF MULL Take a scenic drive across the island.
ISLE OF IONA Continue to Iona with a ferry to the island and visit the
center of Celtic Christianity before returning to mainland.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT PICTURE PERFECT Called
“Eagle Island” by wildlife watchers, the Isle of Mull is a paradise for
birds of prey keeping a watchful eye on the wonderful wild landscapes
below. Watch for Scottish red deer, iconic Highland cattle, and rolling
hills that paint a picture of quintessential Scotland.
Today’s Distance: 97
mi / 156 km
Breakfast
Dinner
Day 13 ISLE OF MULL–INVERARAY–GLASGOWGlasgow Sights & Grand Heights
INVERARAY Take a scenic drive over the mountainous Pass of Brander.
LOCH LOMOND Stop for photos.
GLASGOW Enjoy an orientation drive to see Glasgow’s landmarks,
including the 12th-century cathedral, university buildings, and
Georgian squares. Free time this evening.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE
Spanning both banks of the River Clyde in Scotland's western Lowlands,
Glasgow gives art and architecture lovers a grand time. From its
Victorian and art nouveau architecture to its beautiful Georgian-style
squares and the medieval grandeur of its cathedral, Glasgow is brimming
with historic and artistic sights to savor during an orientation drive
through this national cultural hub, home to the Scottish Opera,
Scottish Ballet, and National Theatre of Scotland. Today’s Distance: 108
mi / 174 km
Breakfast
Dinner
Day14GLASGOWSafe
travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
Scottish
Highlands and Islands
14 Day Tour
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Vacations
Celebrating
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YOUR
TOUR DIRECTOR
ANDREW HYND
Escorting
tours for more than 20 years
What makes being a Tour Director fulfilling? The look on people's faces
when they see where their ancestors come from, or the realisation that
kicks in when history and location collide and it all starts to fall
into place...the characters, anecdotes, and laughter. I was once asked
to be Best Man for a couple who chose to get married on one of my
tours. I'll never forget it because they made the male coach driver the
Maid of Honor!
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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 GLOBUS professional
representative.
When it is important to get it right, you can trust the services of our
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Randy
C.
Gardner President Gardner Travel
Service,
Inc.
and The Globus Family of
Brands
IT ALL
BEGAN MORE THAN
90 YEARS AGO
In 1928, a young man purchased a rowboat to
transport
visitors across Lake Lugano, Switzerland. Who would have thought that
this single rowboat would launch one of the world's leading travel
companies?
Today, the Globus family of brands is a global company reaching every
corner of the world, yet remains family-owned and steeped in the values
Antonio had when he set out across Lake Lugano—to enlighten travelers
by showing them the very best of the destinations we know so well.
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.
Touring Is Just
Another
Way
To Say "Perfectly
Planned"
Think about all the
great things you plan to do on your vacation. Now
picture it going perfectly. That's what it feels like to tour.
Bypassing the waiting lines at attractions, enjoying the company of
your fellow travelers instead of driving on your own, walking into your
hotel lobby and loving it every time. Not a moment of your priceless
vacation wasted.
With
Globus, it goes beyond planning perfection. After more than 90 years
we've come to know vacations like no one else. And we can't wait to
share its stories with you. Those unforgettable details about the
colorful characters and places that will transform your visit into a
lasting memory. Throughout your Globus tour your destination will be
brought to life by expert Tour Directors who will share those stories
and their intimate knowledge of every location and landmark.
With more than 225
guided vacations to more than 70 countries on six continents,
Globus
gives you choice to ensure you'll see the world the way you want.
VIP
Access -
skip the
lines and get special treatment at the must-see attractions.
Central
Hotels -
we've
done the work to find just the right hotels in the heart of the city.
Tour
Directors -
take
your heads out of the guidebook and let expert guides make every
destination fascinating.
Transportation
-
leave
the navigating to us – and just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Inside
visits to
major
and must-see sites are included in the vacation price.
A variety of
travel
styles and specialty travel includes Cruise & Tour, Family Travel,
Religious Vacations, and more.
As you encounter famous sights,
you don't just view or drive by—you visit, taking the
time to go inside and learn the stories that bring them to life.
The ideal
combination
of free time
and planned
activities results in the
perfect getaway.
Portage
is
included!
Not handling your own bag really enhances your vacation experience.
A dynamic blend
of
transportation includes deluxe motorcoach, rail, air, and cruise—we
make getting there part of the fun!
Many
great meals
are
included in the package price—for a great value plus freedom to
experience the local fare as you wish.
As the most
recognized
Tour Operator in the industry, our vacations receive five
times
the
recommendation rate as our nearest competitor, and we're the escorted
travel provider of choice by Travel Weekly, Recommend magazine, and
Travel Age West.
Globus escorted
travel
receives a 97%
satisfaction rating
on our customers' post-vacation
surveys.
More than 90
years
experience showing people the world.
When you travel with
Globus, even the
places you lay your head at night
have their own intriguing histories and captivating stories to
uncover—because many Globus hotels are legendary places in their own
right. At our superior, conveniently located hotels, you'll always feel
well looked after because we know that relaxing in comfortable, clean,
attractive accommodations at the end of a busy day of sightseeing is
essential. The hotels we carefully select have mastered the fine art of
handling group check-ins and baggage, and of balancing efficiency with
the individual attention you deserve. You won't be surprised by any
hidden check-out charges, either. And with your hotels often within
mere steps of the world's greatest sites and attractions, you'll never
waste precious vacation time getting to the sights you want to see most.
Superior
Accommodation
Globus uses
chains such as Crowne Plaza,
Forte, Hilton, Holiday Inn, Hyatt, Inter-Continental, Jolly, Queens
Moat Houses, Marriott, Mövenpick, Radisson SAS, Renaissance,
Scandic, Sheraton, Sofitel, Thistle and Westin.
The specific
hotels we have selected for
you are listed separately for each tour. The vast majority of our
hotels are rated deluxe (D), superior first-class (SF), or first-class
(F). In overnight places where there is no hotel in these categories or
where our demand exceeds the supply, we choose the best available
superior tourist-class (ST) or tourist class (TC) hotels.
Most hotels
have amenities such as
satellite TV, mini-bar, a cocktail lounge, a restaurant, room service
and concierge services. Many also have a swimming pool, health club,
shops, and dry cleaning and laundry services.
Globus
hotel ratings follow standards
set by the independent Hotel & Travel Index and 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 itinerary pages with hotels of equivalent
standard. With your Globus travel documents you’ll receive a list of
hotel addresses, telephone numbers, and fax numbers for your vacation.
Why
Globus is Better
Even though
our main competitors use
hotels with comparable quality, none of them has mastered the art of
creating vacations that will enthrall you and enrich you, with lots of
side trips, adventurous optionals, and many other memorable experiences.
Dining
in Style
With
Globus, even meals are designed for
your convenience and to help you make the most of your vacation. Start
each day with a hearty included breakfast; take advantage of free time
to sample the local fare on your own; and discover culinary highlights
through food and wine tastings, and traditional meals at local
restaurants.
Extra
Nights Before and After Your Vacation
If you
require extra nights at the first
and/or last vacation hotel, we will make reservations for you at the
rates quoted, 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 vacation. Every effort will be made
to reserve extra nights at the hotel where your vacation stays. If
space at the hotel is not available, alternative accommodations will be
reserved at a hotel of equivalent standard. When this is the case, the
transfer from and to the vacation hotel is at our expense.
As hotel
space is limited, we cannot
reserve more than two extra nights before and/or after your vacation,
unless they are needed to bridge the gap between two Globus vacations.
During particularly busy periods, hotel space in certain cities can
become so tight that we may be unable to sell extra nights.
Experience
the World
Through the Eyes of a Local Expert!
One of the
biggest benefits of a Globus
escorted vacation is getting to experience the very essence of your
destination in the company of Tour Directors and Local Guides who are
actually from the region. Year after year, these experts are rated the
best in the industry by travelers and travel agents—and our perfectly
planned itineraries incorporate their feedback so that you can get the
most out of every stop. All along the way, they share their vast
knowledge of the areas, offer special recommendations, and tell
colorful stories about each historic landmark to help bring your
journey to life in a powerful, memorable, and enriching way.
NO
TIME WASTED with VIP ACCESS
A
Minute Saved
Is a Minute Earned
We've spent more
than
eight decades creating and finely honing vacations that strike the
perfect balance between included planned activities…and leisure time to
explore on your own. We actually take you inside the world's most
awe-inspiring places, where your expert Tour Director and Local Guides
reveal the little-known facts and colorful tales about the destination.
This very special VIP access means you'll have a richer overall
experience, and will spend less time waiting in lines so you can enjoy
the unique flavors and customs of each stop along the way. Plus, Globus
offers more included features than our nearest competitor—at no
additional cost to you. And all of our planning adds up to great
value—a Globus tour can save you up to 40% versus traveling on your own. We
Handle the Details
Seeing the world
doesn't have to be a hassle—and with Globus, it isn't! Our escorted
vacations come with ultimate peace of mind as you travel without
worrying about the details. Because of Globus' buying power, you enjoy
unmatched value when it comes to your hotels, transfers, inside visits
of must-see attractions, and flight prices. You even have the option to
personalize your trip with extra days and additional excursions. Standard Amenities
&
Services
Discounts
available for early bookings, frequent travelers, second tours within
the same year, group travel, young travelers, and triple rooms
Expert
Tour Directors, Cruise Directors, Hosts, and Local Guides
Twin-bedded
rooms with private bath or shower (hotel taxes, service charges, and
tips for baggage handling included)
Private
deluxe touring motorcoaches equipped with air-conditioning, extra leg
room, and emergency restroom
Helpful
travel documents
In
Europe, Hosts, Tour Directors, and Cruise Directors at airports greet
and assist you with the transfer to your hotel (applicable for air
inclusive vacations, and land-only clients who have purchased transfers
through Globus)
In
Europe, high-speed Eurostar train rides on all vacations traveling
between London and Paris (or Brussels)
Transportation
to Suit
Each
Moment of Your Vacation!
The
Best Way to Go No other Tour
Operator offers as many means of included transportation as we do! At
Globus, we believe getting from here to there can really add to the
fun, so we employ a wide range of transportation. From trains and
luxurious cruise ships to planes and canoes, your magical journey will
deliver you to encounters with fascinating people and places, where you
can create lasting stories of your own.
Seeing the World in
Ultimate Comfort On your
Globus
escorted tour, getting around in each city is completely hassle-free.
You never have to worry about searching for some ill-defined shuttle
meeting place—because we pick you up at your hotel and deliver you
right to each destination's world-famous attractions. Our private
deluxe motorcoaches include all the comforts you'd expect, including
air-conditioning, an emergency restroom, and extra leg room, comparable
to the airlines' upgraded "plus" seating so there's plenty of room to
stretch out and relax!
Motorcoach Standards
Ride
in Comfort
Each Globus
motorcoach
has upholstered, reclining seats with headrests and individual
air-conditioning vents. A high-fidelity sound system broadcasts
professional Tour Director's commentary to every seat. Our custom of
daily seat rotation gives everyone a variety of vantage points to see
the passing countryside and city scenes. All Globus touring
motorcoaches are fully air-conditioned.
Free Wi-Fi
on Your
Motorcoach
Our
state-of-the-art
motorcoaches offer free Wi-Fi in North America and Europe, as well as
video monitors. Once again, Globus has ushered touring into new
territory, making it possible for travelers to stay connected with
family and friends and browse online for free while touring. Most of
our ultramodern motorcoaches now feature free wireless Internet
connection. So, as you're enjoying your escorted tour, you can share
your experience with friends and relatives back home...and it's all at
no cost! Please
note that
free
connectivity features browsing only; downloading is not available. Some
tour departures may not offer this service. Unfortunately, details
regarding availability cannot be provided prior to the commencement of
the tour. Some countries—such as Iceland, Israel, Jordan, Russia, and
Ukraine—and certain regions of other countries do not have Wi-Fi
service coverage, so free Wi-Fi is not available. When local coaches
are used for transfers or occasionally for sightseeing tours, wireless
service is not available. Limited
Group Size for
Extra
Comfort
The
length and width of
modern motorcoaches is standard, prescribed by law. The difference
among tour operators is in the number of seats installed and actually
sold. While it is customary to install and sell 53 seats, Globus
installs fewer seats for extra leg room, and limits group size to a
maximum of 44 tour members (Europe vacations only). The extra space
contributes enormously to your comfort. For airport and port transfers
in Britain we generally use motorcoaches with 53 seats. Smoke-Free
Coaches
For non-smokers
and
moderate smokers an otherwise perfect vacation can be spoiled if they
are forced to inhale other people's smoke on a motorcoach. We therefore
do not allow smoking on the coach. There are plenty of opportunities to
smoke during the frequent stops. Experienced
&
Professional Drivers
Globus drivers
take
pride in driving and in their vehicles, keeping them in great shape and
spotlessly clean. Your driver will help you on and off the motorcoach
with a smile and load your bags with care. Our travelers consistently
lavish the highest praise on the person behind the wheel! Emergency
Washrooms
Motorcoaches in
Europe
are equipped with an emergency washroom. For transfers and sightseeing
in London this amenity is not available. We deliberately use the term
"emergency washroom," because this facility is not meant to be used
regularly in lieu of the restrooms at our frequent comfort stops.
Sustainable Travel
Globus is committed to
reduce
transportation-related energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. Globus
utilizes motorcoaches that are 5 years or newer and equipped with the
latest technology in emission control and reduction. In addition, the
utilization of these modern motorcoaches provide 206.6 passenger miles
per gallon and on averages, seven times more energy and fuel efficient
than a single-occupancy automobile. Each motorcoach replaces as many as
55 passenger cars on the roads, slashing fuel usage and pollution
emissions.
Flights
and Airfare
Flights
Coordinated With Your Vacation
With
Globus, think of your entire vacation as one-stop shopping. Rather than
spending hours researching flights to coordinate with your vacation
start and end dates, let us handle the work. And when we book your
flights, if there are any changes to your vacation schedule, we make
the air changes for you. As a completely independent company, we have
no ties to any one airline. We negotiate the lowest possible airfares
with the world's finest carriers on your behalf.
Globus
offers 2 air options - Flex Air and Instant Purchase Air. Flex Air
allows flexibility if you want to make changes to your vacation
schedule. Instant Purchase Air may offer additional airline options but
has more restrictions. Some vacations may only offer one Air type
option.
Low
Air-Inclusive Prices & Free Airport Transfers
Regardless
which air option you choose when you book your Globus vacation
air-inclusive, the transfer to and from the airport to your start and
end hotel is included (on published departure and return dates). This
can be a substantial savings and give you peace of mind.
Land-only
vacation clients who make their own air arrangements on regularly
scheduled direct or nonstop flights (not chartered flights) into
terminals may purchase our airport transfer service.
Airport
transfers can be arranged when you purchase extra nights before or
after the vacation. Transfers cannot be provided when you join late or
leave early. Flight information for air purchased separately from
Globus will be required at time of booking the extra night transfers
and must be provided to Globus prior to final payment.
Transfers
will be provided only if confirmed by Globus. Look for confirmation of
your transfer in the travel documents.
We
Also Accept Your Reservation on a Land-Only Basis
While
booking your vacation air-inclusive gives you all the advantages
described, you can also choose the land-only option.
Book
Early to Get Even Better Prices Than Those Listed
The
earlier you book, the better the rates will be, as availability of the
best airline rates is at its best. For up-to-the-minute air prices,
look online or ask a Travel Consultant. Any changes and/or revisions to
airline flights may affect your air-inclusive price.
Booking
your Vacation with Air
Guaranteed
air-inclusive prices - air is only available to passengers traveling
from the United States and only available when booked in conjunction
with a land vacation. An additional non-refundable air deposit is
required for Flex Air booked in conjunction with any land vacation
(i.e. air-inclusive vacation). Air can only be booked by Globus in
conjunction with a vacation package. Instant Purchase Air requires air
payment in full at time of booking (i.e. air-inclusive vacation) plus
$30 per person non-refundable service fee. Once booked, Instant
Purchase Air is non-refundable, and non-changeable. Some vacations may
only offer one Air type option. However, once your airfare is confirmed
and Globus has received your full air and land deposit, your
air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed.
How
We Select Your Flights
Since
seats for our low-cost airfares fill quickly, we urge you to book
early. Air-inclusive reservations cannot be made later than 10 days
prior to departure. Additional rules may apply. Ask our Travel
Consultants for details. Although we will try, Globus cannot always
honor carrier or flight preferences.
Air
tickets will be received two to three weeks prior to vacation
departure. For any late bookings, tickets are sent overnight after
final payment is received. It is advised to contact your air carrier
for special service requests, such as specific seat assignments and
special meals, or, if applicable, to advise your frequent flyer number.
Upgrades
Business
class and/or Premium Economy upgrades may be available for purchase.
Please inquire with your Travel Agent at the time of booking for
applicable price quotes. NOTE: U.S. connection flights typically do not
have upgraded cabins available in conjunction with international
upgraded service.
Air-Inclusive
Vacations – Applicable Taxes & Fees
Air
inclusive price quotes will include all government-imposed taxes and
fees applicable at the time of booking and will be shown as a Total
Amount. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply. At the time of
booking your air-inclusive vacation online, carrier Websites will be
provided to check baggage fees, or you can visit www.iflybags.com for
up-to-date baggage pricing/restrictions. The total airfare price, the
base airfare price, and the applicable government taxes and fees are
broken-out line-by-line and shown while booking online and on the
invoice after your travel is booked. For return travel from some
countries, international travelers are required to pay entry and/or
exit fees at the airport. These fees will be collected by the local
government and are payable by the traveler at time of travel. Your
confirmation booking information will contain information about these
fees.
Not
Included In Your Vacation Price
Charges
not included in the land vacation price: airfare to and from the start
of your vacation; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess
baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and
Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by
government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port
charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your
Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or
ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry;
telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the
contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra
items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or
restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as
'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations;
Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.
Taxes
and fees
Taxes
and fees are extra and subject to change and are not guaranteed until
full land and air deposit are received.
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.
THE MOST AWARDED TOUR OPERATOR In order to ensure you
are satisfied, you want to travel with the most dependable company.
Globus offers award-winning vacations, tours and cruises.
TRAVEL WEEKLY
MAGAZINE'S READER'S CHOICE AWARDS: 2019
Best Tour
Operator, Escorted/Best Tour Operator, Europe 2017
Best Tour
Operator, Europe 2018
Best Tour
Operator, Escorted/Best Tour Operator, Europe/Best Tour Operator, Asia
Pacific 2017
Best Tour
Operator, Europe 2016
Best Tour
Operator, Asia-Pacific 2015
Best Tour
Operator Overall, Escorted/Best International Tour Operator/Best Tour
Operator, Asia-Pacific 2014
Best Tour
Operator Escorted Overall/Best Tour Operator Asia-Pacific/ Best Tour Operator
International 2013
Best Tour
Operator Europe/Best Tour Operator Asia-Pacific/Best Tour Operator
International 2012
Best Tour
Operator Europe/Best Tour Operator Asia-Pacific 2011
Best Tour
Operator Europe/Best Tour Operator Asia-Pacific/Best River Cruise Ship
(Avalon Panorama)
RECOMMEND MAGAZINE READERS CHOICE AWARD: 2019
Best
Tour Operator to Europe/Best Tour Operator to US/Canada 2018
Best Tour
Operator to Europe 2017
Best Tour
Operator to Europe/Best Tour Operator to US-Canada/Best Tour Operator
to Africa/Best Tour Operator to the Middle East 2014
Best Tour
Operator to US-Canada/Best Tour Operator to Africa/Best Tour Operator
to the Middle East 2013-2014 Best
Tour Operator to Latin America 1999-2014 Best
Tour Operator to Europe
USA TODAY 10BEST 2019 Globus
ranked in the top 10 Group Tour Companies in USA Today's 10 Best 2019
readers' choice awards.
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