LIMERICK,
DONEGAL, BELFAST, DUBLIN, CORK, KILLARNEY and ADARE
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Breath-taking,
lush landscapes combined with vibrant cities and historical
attractions—all of this and more await you on this Scenic Ireland tour,
which includes Northern Ireland. You’ll visit some of the most famous
cities as well as some of the smaller towns. Along the way, you’ll
learn about the Irish way of life, see breath-taking scenery, hear
about Ireland’s tumultuous history, and visit some of its historical
sights.
If you’re interested in the Irish way of life, you’ll enjoy the special
adventures Globus has arranged. At a typical Irish farm, you’ll see a
farmer at work with his dogs and you’ll learn how to bake scones, which
you later enjoy with coffee. Globus has also arranged an Irish coffee
demonstration in Waterford. Visit the Blasket Islands Centre, which
tells the story of life on the remote Blasket Islands evacuated by the
last inhabitants in 1953. Learn about life in Northern Ireland on
guided tours with Local Guides in Derry and Belfast.
Spectacular scenery also awaits you on this Ireland tour. See the
668-foot Cliffs of Moher on Ireland’s west coast, offering breathtaking
views of rugged cliffs dropping into the ocean. You’ll visit beautiful
Garinish Island, home to a lush garden, and you’ll join part of the
Ring of Kerry, a 100-mile drive with sparkling seascapes and mountains
dotted with brightly colored farmhouses. In Northern Ireland, you’ll
visit awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway, basalt columns formed millions of
years ago by volcanic eruptions.
You’ll also hear about Ireland’s history and visit some of its
historical and religious sites, including peaceful Kylemore Abbey,
Hillsborough Castle, the official residence of the Royal Family in
Northern Ireland, followed by morning coffee, and visit Belfast’s
Titanic Experience where you’ll learn about the building of the Titanic
and its ill-fated maiden voyage. These are just some of the many
highlights offered on this scenic tour of Ireland.
LIMERICK
Welcome dinner
CLIFFS OF MOHER
Savor the spectacular views
RATHBAUN FARM
See the farmer at work,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.bake your own
scones, and enjoy coffee in the farmhouse
GALWAY
Orientation
CONNEMARA
Visit a marble workshop
KYLEMORE
Visit the Benedictine abbey
WESTPORT
Visit this heritage town
DERRY
Guided walking tour
COUNTY ANTRIM
Visit Giant’s Causeway
BELFAST
Guided “Living History” tour, visit the Titanic Exhibition, guided tour
of Hillsborough Castle and enjoy morning coffee
CARLINGFORD
Visit the medieval tow
DUBLIN
Orientation drive
KILKENNY
Visit Kilkenny Castle
WATERFORD Guided tour of
the House of Waterford Crystal; 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.Enjoy an Irish
Coffee demonstration; guided walking
tour
BLARNEY
Visit the famous castle and kiss the Blarney Stone
GLENGARRIFF 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.
Private boat to Garinish Island
RING OF KERRY
Take pictures of the Lakes of Killarney
DINGLE PENINSULA
Visit the Blasket Islands Centre and the town of Dingle
ADARE
Admire the thatched cottages
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites
can be seen or visited on this vacation:
Archeological
Ensemble of the Bend of the Boyne
Giant's Causeway and Causeway Coast
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
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; private boat to Garinish Island. 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.
LIMERICK CLAYTON HOTEL LIMERICK (SF)
CLIFDEN STATION HOUSE HOTEL
(F)
SLIGO SLIGO PARK HOTEL &
LEISURE CLUB (SF)
BELFAST THE CLAYTON HOTEL
BELFAST (F)
DUBLIN ROYAL MARINE HOTEL (SF)
WATERFORD GRANVILLE HOTEL (F)
KINSALE TRIDENT
(SF) KILLARNEY KILLARNEY TOWERS HOTEL (F) SUPERIOR
HOTELS - (D) Deluxe (SF)
Superior First-Class (F) First-Class
DINING
HIGHLIGHTS
Full
Irish breakfast daily; 6 three-course dinners with wine and choice of
menus, including a welcome dinner in Limerick
Day 1 Arrive in Shannon,
Ireland–Limerick Céad
mile fáilte—a hundred-thousand welcomes!
This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a
welcome dinner at your hotel.
Dinner
Day2LIMERICK–CLIFFS OF MOHER–GALWAY–CLIFDENSeacliff
Rocks & Sheep Flocks
CLIFFS OF MOHER Visit the 668-foot-high cliffs above the Atlantic Ocean.
RATHBAUN Visit Rathbaun Farm toGLOBUS
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.try your hand at scone baking to enjoy
with coffee and learn about sheep herding on this Irish farm.
GALWAY Free time.
Today’s Distance: 144
mi / 230 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 Someone’s in the kitchen in Rathbaun Farm, just outside of
Galway. You can don an apron and whip up your own delicious home-made
scones, served with fresh preserves and whipped cream. Learn about the
long-time tradition of sheep farming in this beautiful Irish landscape.
Day 3 CLIFDEN–KYLEMORE–WESTPORT–SLIGOAbbey
Roads & Irish Roses
KYLEMORE Visit the Benedictine abbey and gardens.
WESTPORT Free time.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION
Nestled between the woodlands and lakeshore near Galway City, Kylemore
Abbey is home to the Benedictine Sisters who have been in residence
since 1920 in a life of prayer, work, and community. The history of
this stunning abbey reaches back to the 1800s as the estate of Irish
patriot Mitchell Henry. Visit the abbey where handmade chocolates, wild
Irish honey, and traditional fuchsia pottery are sold. Stroll the
lovely grounds of Ireland’s largest walled garden in the heart of the
Connemara countryside. Today’s Distance: 116
mi / 190 km
Breakfast
Dinner
Day4SLIGO–DERRY, NORTHERN
IRELAND–GIANT’S CAUSEWAY–BELFASTGiant Steps in Northern Ireland
DERRY Walk on the city walls with a Local Guide.
GIANT’S CAUSEWAY See more than 40,000 interlocking basalt columns
formed millions of years ago.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE
Follow in the legendary footsteps of giants at the foot of the cliffs
along the coast of Northern Ireland, where 40,000 massive black basalt
columns jut out of the sea. Hear the legendary myth of two battling
giants that caused the magnificent geological wonder of Giant’s
Causeway, which actually evolved through volcanic activity 50–60
million years ago. Today’s Distance: 203
mi / 328 km
Breakfast
Day 5 BELFASTA
Grand Ship & Great Sights
BELFAST On the “Living History” tour with a Local Guide see City Hall,
the Albert Memorial Clock Tower, Queen’s University, and the Parliament
Buildings at Stormont. Visit the Titanic Belfast Experience, followed
by free time this afternoon.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Explore
the fascinating Titanic Belfast Experience for an in-depth look at the
history and mystery of the legendary ocean liner. See artifacts and
amazing accounts of Belfast’s boom in shipping and those who built her.
Learn about the courage and loss of all involved on a fateful night in
April 1912. Get an immersive look at the launch, sinking, and final
resting place of the doomed ship, with myths and reality revealed.
Breakfast
Day6BELFAST–CARLINGFORD, IRELAND–DUBLINBelfast’s
Big House
BELFAST Guided tour of Hillsborough Castle followed by morning coffee.
CARLINGFORD Stop at a village on the Cooley Peninsula.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE
Hillsborough Castle is called the “grandest house in County Down” with
an equally grand history of royal and political residents. Today, the
Irish “big house” near Belfast is the official home of Northern
Ireland’s secretary of state and of the Royal Family when they visit. Today’s Distance: 121
mi / 200 km
Breakfast
Day 7 DUBLINIreland’s
Capital City
DUBLIN Take a morning orientation drive to see O’Connell Street,
Georgian squares, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Free
time.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS “In
Dublin’s fair city where girls are so pretty,” you’ll also find great
personality and charm. The charisma of Dubliners and the bounty of pubs
here is matched only by the gorgeous Georgian Squares, 12th-century St.
Patrick’s Cathedral, and legendary library of Trinity College.
Breakfast
Day8DUBLIN–KILKENNY–WATERFORDCastle
Dreams & Coffee with Cream
KILKENNY See one of Ireland’s most cosmopolitan yet quaint towns with
medieval cobblestones. Visit Kilkenny Castle and gardens.
WATERFORD Take a guided tour of the House of Waterford Crystal.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.Enjoy an Irish coffee demonstration
after dinner.
Today’s Distance: 132
mi / 213 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 It’s crystal clear why we get a warm feeling in Waterford with
traditional Irish Coffee – as much a warm welcome as it was for
stranded travelers in 1943. It was a wintry night in Limerick when
Foynes Port chef Joe Sheridan concocted this soothing elixir of hot
coffee, Irish whiskey, sugar, and whipped cream to make their cancelled
flight a little more palatable. Raise a toddy glass of Caife Gaelach
with a hearty “slainte!”
Day
9
WATERFORD–BLARNEY–KINSALEIrish
Storytelling
WATERFORD Take a city walk with a Local Guide.
BLARNEY Visit the village and Blarney Castle known for its magical
Kissing Stone. TOUR
HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE Cut
the blarney and hear the history of how telling tales is forever linked
to the 15th-century castle and the village below in Blarney. One of the
last estate villages that remain standing in Ireland, the village was
built by an 18th-century landlord to house the castle workers there.
It’s true!
Today’s Distance: 105
mi / 171 km
Breakfast
Dinner
Day10KINSALE–GARINISH ISLAND–KILLARNEYHeaven on Earth
GARINISH ISLANDGLOBUS
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.Private boat crossing followed by a walk
of the island.
RING OF KERRY Panoramic drive around part of Ireland’s spectacular
southwestern peninsula.
Today’s Distance: 100
mi / 158 km
Breakfast
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./PICTURE
PERFECT In the sheltered harbour of Glengarriff in Southwest Ireland’s
Bantry Bay lies a place called heaven by frequent visitor, George
Bernard Shaw. Stepping off your private boat onto the slip here, you’ll
soon discover why this lush garden island and home to the historic
Bryce house has enamored generations of visitors, including mystery
author Agatha Christie. Explore this horticultural heaven with a walk
through one of the most renowned gardens in Europe.
Day 11 KILLARNEY. DINGLE EXCURSIONRugged
Good Looks
DINGLE PENINSULA Visit the Blasket Islands Centre and stop in Dingle.
KILLARNEY Free time this evening.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Irish
history comes alive on the Dingle Peninsula with a view beyond the
breathtaking shores of the Wild Atlantic Way, where Irish families once
lived off the land and sea on the Blasket Islands. The Blasket Islands
Centre on the peninsula’s edge tells the story of these hearty people
and their stories that live on in the prolific Irish literature of the
1800s islanders. Today, the town of Dingle is a vibrant spot and mecca
for curious characters, artists, and artisans. Today’s Distance: 107
mi / 172 km
KILLARNEY Enjoy free time this morning.
ADARE Stop at the quaint village to see its thatched cottages.
LIMERICK Free time.
TOUR
HIGHLIGHT PHOTO OPS There once
was a town called Adare, with charm that was beyond compare... Adare’s
charming thatched-roof cottages create visual poetry in County
Limerick, some say the prettiest village in Ireland. Today’s Distance: 68
mi / 110 km
Breakfast
Day 13 LIMERICKSafe
travels until we meet again!
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
Scenic
Ireland
13 Day Tour
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Celebrating
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YOUR
TOUR DIRECTOR
PETER DUNDON
Escorting
tours for more than 20 years
A traveler once asked me if I'd actually given birth to Ireland. I told
him I hadn't - as far as I was aware - but I do feel very passionate
about my country, its people, its stories, and its magic. I absolutely
love introducing people to Ireland's many wonders, which is why I love
what I do so much!
Prices
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per person based on double occupancy and are land only. We also offer
competitive group-based airfares from your home city airport that fit
with this particular touring program.
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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 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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