Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service; Destination Guide; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service; Destination Guide; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; discounts in Paris at the famous Galeries Lafayette and other leading department stores; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; discounts at the famous Galeries Lafayette and other leading department stores in Paris; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; flight from Dublin to London with transfers.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations.

Experience two of the world’s most popular cities on one fabulous tour. Enjoy unpacking just once in each city for a relaxing journey as you discover the enduring allure of both London and Paris. In London, a local expert leads you on a comprehensive tour that includes sights like Trafalgar Square, Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey. You’ll enjoy an exciting theatre performance, and have ample time to shop or explore this city’s historic buildings and fine museums. Travel aboard the Eurostar high-speed train to Paris, where you’ll see the breathtaking architecture of the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame Cathedral and Place Vendome. Special highlights include dinner at the Eiffel Tower, a cruise on the Seine, and an afternoon well spent at the magnificent Palace and Gardens of Versailles.

Spend a magnificent week in London and Paris with your family! Start with three overnights in London as well as sightseeing with a Local Guide of the major sights and a “flight” on the London Eye for stunning views of the city. There’s also plenty of free time for independent sightseeing. Next, an exciting ride on the high-speed Eurostar train whisks you to Paris for another three nights. Here you’ll ride the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower; see the sights with a Local Guide, including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysées, and Opera; and visit Notre Dame Cathedral. Again, plenty of time for exploring the “City of Light” on your own. A farewell dinner at a local restaurant celebrates the perfect vacation!

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See the places you’ve always read about on this exciting journey through southern England. Begin in London with guided sightseeing that shows off the city’s most famous landmarks: Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Head southwest and stop to admire the breathtaking gardens at Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace, then drive through Runnymede, site of the signing of the Magna Carta, explore the university city of Oxford, and pause in Bladon at the gravesite of Winston Churchill. Spend the night in Stratford-upon-Avon and visit Shakespeare’s birthplace and Anne Hathaway’s cottage. Continue west through the scenic Cotswolds, stopping at the Elizabethan village of Broadway and at 12th-century Tintern Abbey in southeastern Wales. See the amazing Roman excavations in Bath, contemplate mysterious Stonehenge, and cross the Salisbury Plain on your way to the seaside resort of Brighton. Tour the Royal Pavilion and visit moated Leeds Castle before returning to London for the completion of your vacation.

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Absorb the unique gallic atmosphere and traditional sights of Paris. Move on to Interlaken with the chance to ski, snowboard or paraglide. Then venture through the rolling countryside of Tuscany to the mind blowing city of Florence, ending the tour in historic Rome.Take the opportunity to practice your Italian and don't forget to sample the traditional winter fare. All this variety in just a week!

Discover the historic national treasures of the East on this rewarding vacation. Start your trip in Washington DC with a sightseeing tour featuring Arlington National Cemetery, the Vietnam, Korean, and World War II Memorials, and many other famous sites. Then tour Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington, and the Yorktown Historical Battlefield Park, where the British surrendered to Washington’s troops in 1781. Next, tour the archaeological site of Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg's historic area, where costumed villagers add charm and authenticity to the quaint streets. See the historic trade shops and the Public Gaol; drop in at Raleigh Tavern, the meeting place for Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and other patriots. Enjoy a colonial-style dinner at a local tavern, where you experience a recreated supper experience savored by 18th-century patriots.

Next, visit Richmond and St. John's Church, where Patrick Henry proclaimed, “Give me liberty or give me death.” Tour Jefferson's beautiful and imposing estate, Monticello. Shenandoah National Park, Harper's Ferry, and Gettysburg National Military Park are also highlights on this trip. Enjoy a tour of Gettysburg and hear about the Battle of 1863. Continue exploration at Valley Forge for a behind-the-scenes tour, and see where Washington and his troops endured the harsh winter of 1777-1778. End your exciting trip with a sightseeing tour in Philadelphia, including a visit to Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. This vacation to America’s Historic East allows you to see and experience some of the most prominent places in America’s past. A trip of a lifetime!

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Fall Foliage:
Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the West on our special Fall Foliage departures: Sep. 15–Oct. 15 (if Mother Nature permits).

A super concise tour crafted for guests with limited vacation time who would like to experience the very best of Britain in just four days.

The charming islands and rugged coastlines of New England are the focus of this eight-day vacation. Join us as we explore Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, Cape Cod, and the historic cities of Providence, Boston and Newport. In preservation-minded Providence, see one of the nation's best collections of restored colonial home and mansions on the streets around Brown University. In Newport, the opulence of the Gilded Age is combined with expansive ocean vistas as you take a guided tour of the Vanderbilt summer home, Marble House. In Boston, more colonial history awaits you in the city's historic North End, Beacon Hill, the Old South Meeting House and Old North Church. The story of the Pilgrims becomes very real at Plimoth Plantation, a meticulously researched recreation of their early settlement and center for early American history. On Cape Cod, see the summer playground (and presidential retreat) of the Kennedy family in Hyannisport. On Martha's Vineyard, summer home to celebrities, famous writers and artists, join a local guide to see the island's renowned gingerbread cottages, historic whaling port and captain's homes. On the island of Nantucket, explore the waterfront and browse the shops lining its cobblestone streets before embarking on a guided tour of the island's cottages, beaches and lighthouses.

Tucked between rolling hills, rugged mountains, and spectacular Atlantic coastline, the back roads of our New England journey wind through Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. Your first stop, historic Boston includes Revolutionary War landmarks such as the Old North Church and Old South Meeting House along with the Public Gardens, Faneuil Hall marketplace, and Beacon Hill. Vermont highlights include Robert Frost's gravesite in the village of Bennington; the chance to learn about maple syrup and textile production and other farm ways on a working farm; time to explore the vast collection of fine, decorative and folk art at the highly regarded Shelburne Museum complex; and cruise on Lake Champlain. Learn the art of cider making at a cider mill and tour the Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream Factory in Burlington, before making a short visit to Stowe for some shopping. From your base in Lincoln, New Hampshire, enjoy a full day tour of the majestic natural beauty of this area. Travel across the scenic Kangamangus Highway to North Conway where you can shop in the many outlet stores. Along the rugged Maine coast, you'll visit beautiful Boothbay Harbor, drive along Ocean Point Road and have a traditional New England lobster dinner. En route to Boston, you'll travel along Ocean Drive through the seaside community of Kennebunkport – the summer presidential retreat of the elder President George Bush.

Welcome to Ontario and Québec! This Canadian vacation begins in cosmopolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city and Ontario’s capital. See major landmarks such as the CN Tower and SkyDome Stadium on a city tour. But first, travel to Niagara Falls and board the Maid of the Mist for up-close views of thundering Niagara Falls. After Toronto, visit historic Kingston and cruise the St. Lawrence River in St. Lawrence Islands National Park before arriving in Canada’s capital, Ottawa. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of this lovely city and visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables. Next, travel to the French-Canadian province of Québec and to Québec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour this historic walled city—one of the best-preserved cities in North America. Perhaps dine at one of Québec City’s French restaurants. The final stop on this tour of eastern Canada is sophisticated Montréal, one of the world’s largest French-speaking cities. Your sightseeing tour of Montréal shows you the city’s famous sights. What a great way to end this vacation to Ontario and Québec.

Our most popular Britain vacation offers you the best of this great land. Guided sightseeing shows you all the famous landmarks in London: Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Head southwest to admire the breathtaking gardens at Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace, then venture on to prehistoric Stonehenge, the Roman excavations of Bath, the Cotswolds village of Stow, Shakespeare’s birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon, and picturesque Llangollen in North Wales. Travel north through the Lake District, pausing in Wordsworth’s Grasmere and Gretna Green before arriving in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital. Admire the Crown Jewels at Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House. In medieval York, enjoy a walking tour that features York Minster and the narrow Shambles. Return to London by way of the market town of Stamford and the university city of Cambridge.

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On your journey through England, Scotland and Wales, you'll experience a theatre performance in London, an evening of dinner and local entertainment in Edinburgh, and an overnight stay at Ruthin Castle. You'll see the must-see sites in London including Buckingham Palace, Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. Stop in Cambridge, home of the famous university; and in York, don't miss the magnificent 13th-century Minster, thought to be one of the finest cathedrals in all of Europe. A two-night stay in Edinburgh, Scotland, allows you to tour its famous highlights including Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels. You'll delight in the rolling countryside and charming villages of the area known as the Cotswolds. All along the way, there will be beautiful vistas at every turn, from the pastoral scenes of England's Lake District, to the ancient structures of Bath, to the quaint charm of Shakespeare's birthplace, Stratford-upon-Avon.

This exciting vacation is a delightful introduction to the history and culture of England, Scotland, and Wales. Begin your trip in London with a full day to discover the city’s landmarks on your own or to take an optional tour. Afterwards, enjoy a walking tour in Cambridge, one of the country’s oldest seats of learning, and then in York, England’s most complete medieval city. See a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes, before arriving in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, where your guided sightseeing tour includes mighty Edinburgh Castle with its Crown Jewels. Travel south through the Lowlands to Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed young runaway couples. Continue through the Lake District, considered the finest of England’s national parks. Visit Wordsworth’s charming Grasmere and follow the shores of beautiful Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake. Enjoy a walking tour of 2,000-year-old Chester, stop at Ironbridge “Cradle of the Industrial Revolution,” and tour fascinating William Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. Through the scenic Cotswolds, to the Welsh capital of Cardiff, where you enjoy an orientation drive. Later, explore elegant Georgian Bath, famous for its Roman relics, see mysterious Stonehenge and majestic Salisbury, and return to London for the conclusion of your grand Britain vacation.

Special Departure:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for Aug 6, Aug 13 & Aug 20 departures.

Get acquainted with the history, beauty, and coastal traditions of Cape Cod and its neighboring islands on this fascinating vacation. Your trip begins in Boston with a welcome drink, guided sightseeing of “Bean Town’s” most famous sites, and two overnights. Head southeast to the pilgrim’s Plymouth to see Plymouth Rock and a replica of the Mayflower II; then visit a working cranberry bog and explore Plimoth Plantation. On to the resort town of Hyannis for two overnights and an orientation tour that features the JFK Memorial and St. Francis Xavier Church. An included excursion takes you along the peninsula’s Cape Cod National Seashore to Provincetown for an exciting whale-watching cruise.

Next, take a ferry ride to Nantucket for guided sightseeing of the imposing mansions and Quaker influences, an included clam bake dinner, and an overnight. Board a ferry and make your way to Martha’s Vineyard, where you spend the night and take a morning guided sightseeing tour. A high-speed ferry whisks you to Woods Hole and the cobblestone streets of New Bedford, former whaling port of Moby Dick fame. Continue to elegant Newport, Rhode Island, where you spend two nights and enjoy an orientation tour that shows off Cornelius Vanderbilt’s opulent Breakers mansion. Your incredible Cape Cod & the Islands vacation ends as you return to Boston for your homebound flight.

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Fall Foliage:
Enjoy spectacular fall colors on our Fall Foliage departures: Sep. 9-Sep. 23 (if Mother Nature permits).

Absorb the history and beauty of New England on this scenic summer and fall foliage vacation. Begin your trip in Boston and travel north along New Hampshire’s short shoreline and along Maine's rocky coast to Portland, one of New England’s most famous cities. Then enjoy two evenings in Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine's oldest summer resort. See picturesque Acadia National Park, one of America’s most visited national parks, and enjoy a traditional Maine lobster bake. In Acadia National Park, enjoy the spectacular panorama from the summit of Cadillac Mountain, the first place in the continental United States to see the sunrise. Next, travel to New Hampshire to see the scenic White Mountains, New England’s greatest range and premier outdoor playground.

Then cross the border into Vermont for a visit to a living history museum and re-enter Massachusetts for visits to the Norman Rockwell Studio and Museum and Sturbridge Village, a 19th-century living history museum. Explore Mystic Seaport, a living museum showcasing how life might have been in an 1800s New England coastal village. Afterward, head to Rhode Island and Newport, with its elegant mansions, for an orientation tour. Your New England vacation ends back in Boston with a sightseeing tour in historic Boston. New England is famous for breathtaking summer and fall foliage, and this vacation lets you experience its beauty as well as many of New England’s historic places. A trip not to be missed!

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Fall Foliage Departures:
Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the West on our special Fall Foliage departures: Sep. 23–Oct. 11 (if Mother Nature permits).

This extraordinary vacation is a sample of some of Europe’s major highlights. Start with two nights in London, where sightseeing with a Local Guide includes a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral and time to watch the Changing of the Guard (if held). Next, board the Eurostar train to Brussels, followed by a comfortable drive to Amsterdam for sightseeing by way of a leisurely canal cruise. In Germany, visit the awe-inspiring cathedral in Cologne, cruise the romantic Rhine River, take pictures of Heidelberg Castle, and drive through the Black Forest. In Switzerland, visit the Rhine Falls and spend two nights in charming lakeside Lucerne to relax and enjoy the Alpine scenery. On through the Burgundy wine area to Paris, where guided sightseeing includes all the highlights and a ride up to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.

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Witness the magnificent fall colors and sample fresh maple syrup as you make your way through classic New England on this glorious fall foliage vacation. You’ve heard about the blazing orange, red, and yellow colors that light up the trees during fall in New England, and now’s your chance to experience them. Let Globus handle the details and driving, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the magnificent scenery.

Enjoy time in Kennebunkport, a small Maine fishing village, and the small, relaxed mountains town of Stowe, North Conway, and Lake Placid. Visit a maple syrup farm to learn how maple syrup is produced, and enjoy a tour of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory. Explore a living history museum and a restored village to learn about life in New England’s past.

This vacation through New England is a perfect way to see the beautiful fall foliage for which New England is famous. So grab your camera and get ready for a wonderful vacation filled with beautiful sights and glorious colors.

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Fall Foliage:
Enjoy spectacular fall colors on this vacation, if Mother Nature permits.

This compact vacation delivers the pristine wilderness of several national parks and the soaring beauty of the Rockies on both sides of the Canada/U.S. border. From Calgary, travel south along the Macleod Trail to Waterton Lakes National Park, a beautiful national park with rugged mountains, beautiful water, and wilderness. Enter Montana through Glacier National Park, where you enjoy a thrilling drive on the spectacular Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard the famous red "Jammer" bus. The Going-to-the-Sun Road crosses 6,664-foot-high Logan Pass and offers alpine scenery where jagged mountain peaks, deep green forests, pristine lakes, and meadows dominate the landscape.

Take in the magnificent scenery as you cross the Continental Divide to the town of Whitefish. Then re-enter Canada and visit the historic mining town of Fort Steele, the famous health spa at Radium Hot Springs, and Kootenay National Park in British Columbia. On to Alberta for 2-night stays in both Banff and Jasper National Parks. In Banff, enjoy a ride on the Banff gondola up Sulphur Mountain and leisure time to explore on your own. Or join an optional helicopter flightseeing trip with views of the Canadian Rockies. As you head to Jasper National Park, stop for a memorable ride aboard an Ice Explorer at the 1,000-foot-thick Columbia Icefield. In Jasper National Park, take a cruise to Spirit Island. Visit famous Lake Louise, a highlight of your vacation, before returning to Calgary. Your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner in Calgary—a wonderful way to end this scenic, thrilling vacation to Glacier National Park and the Canadian Rockies.

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Travel to the heart of the Canadian Rockies on this spectacular vacation. Your trip begins in Calgary with a sightseeing tour of Calgary’s highlights and a visit to Fort Calgary. Then head west through the foothills of the Canadian Rockies into Banff National Park, Canada’s oldest national park and gateway to the Canadian Rockies. Spend two overnights at this popular year-round resort with time to explore Banff on your own or to take an optional excursion. On the way to Jasper National Park, stop in Lake Louise and discover this world-famous location with its cold waters reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Next: a highlight of your vacation—take a thrilling ride aboard an Ice Explorer, an all-terrain vehicle, on the Columbia Icefield, the largest expanse of ice in the Canadian Rockies.

Continue on to Jasper National Park, the largest national park in Canada, for an overnight and an orientation tour in Jasper. Depart Jasper, follow the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, and overnight in Kamloops. Travel to the Pacific coast and board a ferry for Victoria, where you enjoy two overnights and a city tour plus time for optional activities, including a whale-watching cruise. Also visit world-famous Butchart Gardens with its 55 acres of showcase floral exhibits. Then sail through the spectacular Gulf Islands back to Vancouver and enjoy a sightseeing tour, including Gastown, Stanley Park, and other famous landmarks. It’s a great way to wrap up your majestic Canadian Rockies vacation.

On this wonderful vacation, enjoy charming upper and lower Canada and spend two nights each in Montréal, Québec City, Ottawa, and Toronto. Start your trip in Montréal, Canada’s second-largest city, with a sightseeing tour and visit to Notre Dame Basilica. Then head to Québec City, once the center of New France and one of the most historic and best-preserved cities in North America. Enjoy a tour of Canada’s only walled city, including the ancient Place Royale, as well as free time to explore Québec City on your own. On the way to Ottawa, stop in Cap-de-la-Madeleine for a visit to the famous Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. In Ottawa, Canada’s capital, take in the city on your sightseeing tour. Also, visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables, a living tribute to Canadian heritage and history. Leave Ottawa and arrive in 1000 Islands National Park for a waterways cruise.

Next: head to Toronto and travel to Niagara Falls. Board the Maid of the Mist for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering waterfalls from river level. Then enjoy a sightseeing tour in Toronto, Canada's largest and most cosmopolitan city. This vacation, featuring historic cities of Eastern Canada, offers a balance of guided sightseeing tours, leisure time, and a mix of historical, natural, and cultural offerings. An unforgettable trip!

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

Fall Foliage:
Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of Ontario and Québec on our special Fall Foliage departures: Sep.11– Oct. 2 (if Mother Nature permits).

Highlights include Newport, Block Island, Cape Cod, Gloucester, Pineland Farm, Boothbay Harbor, Lobster Dinner, Kennebunkport and more.|

Enjoy this vacation to spectacular Spain and visit some of Spain’s most famous cities, including Madrid, Toledo, Granada, and Seville. Spain is a country steeped in history, and you’ll have an opportunity to see some of its historical sights, as well as its well-known museums and churches. A tour highlight is the Prado Museum in Madrid. One of the most prestigious art museums in the world, the Prado houses 8,000 pieces of Western painting—from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.

Enjoy Toledo, a city that has been influenced by three cultures—Arabic, Jewish, and Christian—and see the architectural styles left behind by each. Also visit Granada, a city with more than 1,000 years of recorded history, and see the Alhambra Complex. The Alhambra was a palace, citadel, and fortress for the Nasrid sultans and their servants, elite soldiers, and high officials from the 13th to 14th centuries. Time on the Costa del Sol gives you a chance to relax, enjoy the sandy beaches, and browse the trendy boutiques. While in Spain, be sure to sample tapas and paella, and take lots of photos of this memorable vacation.

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Explore the best of Ireland, Wales, and England on this exciting vacation. Begin your trip with free time in London, then head out to explore enigmatic Stonehenge, majestic Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral, and elegant Georgian Bath with its famous Roman relics. Overnight in Bristol, where John Cabot set sail to discover America in 1497. Cross into Wales and enjoy an orientation drive in Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Motor through rich dairy farmland to Pembroke, where you take the ferry across St. George’s Channel to Ireland. Take time in Blarney, famous for the legendary Stone of Eloquence, and visit the castle or shop for Irish handicrafts. Then, travel on to the bustling resort of Killarney. Next, an exciting drive along the “Ring of Kerry” with spectacular views of seascapes, mountains, and verdant vegetation. Stop in Adare, known for its remarkable thatched cottages, and see the sights on an orientation tour of Limerick. Travel east to Dublin, Ireland’s capital, where the orientation drive shows you statue-lined O’Connell Street and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. You have time to tour Dublin on your own and browse its shops. Leave Ireland and cross the Irish Sea to Wales, arriving in Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey. Then, drive through scenic Snowdonia National Park and Llanberis Pass to pretty Betws-y-Coed. Spend the night in Wrexham before traveling south to England. Stop in Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, where you have time to take photos of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and tour the town on your own. You trip ends back in London, the finale of your wonderful adventure.

Get a “Taste of Europe” and sample some of Western Europe’s best-loved areas, including England, Holland, Germany, Switzerland, and France. You’ll visit the main cities—London, Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Paris—but you’ll also behold fascinating scenery and cruise legendary waterways. Experience the wonder of a cruise on the Rhine—with its picturesque countryside, historical castles, and charming villages. See the mythical Lorelei rock and hear the legend about the distraught maiden who sat on the rock combing her long golden hair and luring passing navigators to their death. In Amsterdam, hear about its 165 canals at a total length of 62 miles. As such an integral part of the city, you’ll enjoy a canal cruise to appreciate Amsterdam from the waterways. Breakfast is included daily, and most days, you’ll have the opportunity to venture out and try local cuisine. Sample a pint of bitter in a local British pub, savor French wines in the Parisian cafés, and try the local beers in Germany.

April 21 departure - Easter Week
Dec 17 departure - Christmas in Paris
Dec 24 departure - New Years in Paris

Discover the historic national treasures of the East on this rewarding vacation. Start your trip in Washington DC with a sightseeing tour featuring Arlington National Cemetery, the Vietnam, Korean, and World War II Memorials, and many other famous sites. Then tour Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington, and the Yorktown Historical Battlefield Park, where the British surrendered to Washington’s troops in 1781. Next, tour the archaeological site of Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg's historic area, where costumed villagers add charm and authenticity to the quaint streets. See the historic trade shops and the Public Gaol; drop in at Raleigh Tavern, the meeting place for Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and other patriots. Enjoy a colonial-style dinner at a local tavern, where you experience a recreated supper experience savored by 18th-century patriots.

Next, visit Richmond and St. John's Church, where Patrick Henry proclaimed, “Give me liberty or give me death.” Tour Jefferson's beautiful and imposing estate, Monticello. Shenandoah National Park, Harper's Ferry, and Gettysburg National Military Park are also highlights on this trip. Enjoy a tour of Gettysburg and hear about the Battle of 1863. Continue exploration at Valley Forge for a behind-the-scenes tour, and see where Washington and his troops endured the harsh winter of 1777-1778. End your exciting trip with a sightseeing tour in Philadelphia, including a visit to Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Your vacation ends back in Washington DC with two overnights, an Old Town Trolley tour, and plenty of leisure time. This vacation to America’s Historic East allows you to see and experience some of the most prominent places in America’s past. A trip of a lifetime!

A good story starts with a good vacation. What story might you discover next?

Fall Foliage Departures:
Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the West on our special Fall Foliage departures: Sep. 15–Oct. 15 (if Mother Nature permits).

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; discounts at Galeries Lafayette and other leading department stores in Paris; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations.

Marvel at snowcapped mountain peaks, roaring waterfalls, and green coastal forests as you wind through western Canada's "road less traveled" aboard the Rocky Mountaineer® train. Take a city tour of Vancouver featuring Chinatown and the world-famous steam-powered clock. In the Old English-styled city of Victoria on Vancouver Island, meander through 50 acres of gorgeous flowers and lush plant life in Butchart Gardens. Traveling from Vancouver to Jasper, you won't be able to turn away from the window as you pass the stunning Monashee Mountains and view beautiful Pyramid Falls cascading down Mt. Cheadle. During a snocoach excursion across the Columbia Icefield, get out and stand on the impressive Athabasca Glacier, a mass of ice over 1,000 feet thick! Here you have a good change of spotting the area's wildlife including grizzly bears, furry marmots, and elk. View the unrivaled beauty of Maligne Lake and Peyto Lake, whose waters turn a deep turquoise at the height of summer. You'll overnight at fabulous hotels including the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the world-famous Chateau Lake Louise, known as the "Diamond in the Wilderness." You'll also see the stunning glaciers of the Albreda Icefields, the powerful waters of Athabasca Falls, and the impressive Hoodoos, land of sleeping giants.

The beautiful South comes alive on this wonderful vacation. Start your trip in Chicago and spend leisure time getting to know the city. See the famous Chicago landmarks on an included sightseeing tour before heading south to St. Louis, Missouri, known as the “Gateway to the West.” On your St. Louis tour, take a trip to the top of the towering Gateway Arch. Then cross the Mississippi River to Nashville, Tennessee, home of country music! A guided tour shows you Nashville’s most famous sights, including the recording studios on Music Row, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and legendary RCA Studio B, once the recoding home of Elvis Presley. No vacation to Nashville is complete without a visit to the Grand Ole Opry, and you have reserved seats for a Grand Ole Opry show!

Travel to Memphis, “Home of the Blues,” a city with a distinct Southern flair. Enjoy an orientation tour and visit Graceland, Elvis Presley’s grand estate. Next, hop on the AMTRAK City of New Orleans train to Louisiana. Pass cotton fields and catfish ponds to the heart of Cajun country. Spot alligators on the waterways of Atchafalaya Basin before crossing bayou country into New Orleans, where this Southern vacation comes to an end.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations; flight from Dublin to London with transfers.

This comprehensive vacation introduces you to all five countries that make up the British Isles. Start with an overnight in London, then head west to prehistoric Stonehenge, picturesque Salisbury, and the extraordinary Roman excavations in Bath. Next, spend a night in Newport, Wales, and travel via Cardiff to Pembroke for a ferry crossing to Ireland. Enjoy a guided tour of the newly opened House of Waterford Crystal, admire the stallions at the Irish National Stud in Kildare, and relax with two overnights and an orientation drive in Dublin featuring O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College with its Book of Kells. Cross into Northern Ireland, pass the Mountains of Mourne, and stop in vibrant Belfast before boarding a ferry bound for Scotland. In the capital city of Edinburgh, guided sightseeing includes a castle visit to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Also visit the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe’s magnificent Floors Castle and see the abbey ruins at Jedburgh. Return to England, where you see a section of Hadrian’s Wall (dating back to the 2nd century) and stop in medieval York to marvel at gothic York Minster. Skirt Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest on the way to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, then return to London for an overnight and the conclusion of your journey.

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Special Departure:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for August 2, 9, and 16 vacations.

From the picturesque squares and elegant boulevards of Paris, we journey to Interlaken, Europe's adventure capital: bungy jumping or white water rafting? Then it's onwards to the twisting streets and superbly preserved old-town of Annecy, and south to the turquoise Mediterranean bordering sub-tropical Nice. Admire Pisa's gleaming marble Leaning Tower and hunt for souvenirs at the medieval shops stretching across Florence's bridges. Discover over 2,700 years of history in Rome. Short of time? This is the perfect introduction to Europe!

This extraordinary vacation is a sample of some of Europe’s major highlights. Start with two nights in London, where sightseeing with a Local Guide includes a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral and time to watch the Changing of the Guard (if held). Next, board the Eurostar train to Brussels, followed by a comfortable drive to Amsterdam for sightseeing by way of a leisurely canal cruise. In Germany, visit the awe-inspiring cathedral in Cologne, cruise the romantic Rhine River, take pictures of Heidelberg Castle, and drive through the Black Forest. In Switzerland, visit the Rhine Falls and spend two nights in charming lakeside Lucerne to relax and enjoy the Alpine scenery. On through the Burgundy wine area to Paris, where guided sightseeing includes all the highlights and a ride up to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Return to London from Paris by Eurostar train and enjoy one night in London.

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This vacation is ideal for repeat visitors to the United Kingdom. Begin with two overnights and guided sightseeing in London that shows you all the famous landmarks: Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Head north to the market town of Stamford and pass by Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest on your way to medieval York. In Alnwick, choose between a visit to the castle or to the lavish garden, then cross into Scotland to take in the beauty of the Lowlands, Edinburgh and its castle, a whisky distillery, and the Highland capital of Inverness. Follow the shores of legendary Loch Ness on your way to the Isle of Skye. Return to the mainland and the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond. A highlight visit to Mount Stuart House on the Isle of Bute and two overnights in Glasgow complete this amazing Scottish experience.

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Special Departures:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for August 5, August 12, August 19 vacations.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; discounts in Paris at Galeries Lafayette and other leading department stores; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; discounts at the famous Galeries Lafayette and other leading department stores in Paris; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations.

The Canadian Rockies—a land of majestic mountain scenery, fascinating wildlife, sparkling glaciers, crystal-clear lakes, and interesting towns. If you want to see breathtaking scenery and jagged mountain peaks, this tour is for you. Spend time in Vancouver, Victoria, Sun Peaks, Whistler, Jasper National Park, and Banff National Park. A tour highlight is the Ice Explorer ride on the 1000-foot-thick Columbia Icefield. It is one of the few places where you go right up to an icefield. You’ll also enjoy unsurpassed scenery on the drive between Jasper National Park and Banff National Park. As you parallel the Great Divide, keep an eye out for alpine meadows, waterfalls, massive glaciers, and wildlife, including big horn sheep and elk. Another tour highlight is a cruise on Maligne Lake, one of the most picturesque spots in the Canadian Rockies. Be sure to have your camera ready so you can capture photos of the beautiful lake and towering peaks.

You’ll have leisure time in the towns to explore on your own or to participate in optional activities. Sample the cuisine offered in the towns, take a scenic walk, relax, and enjoy peace and quiet while surrounded by majestic scenery. Words and photos cannot adequately capture the beauty of this area. You must witness it in person, and this tour offers the opportunity to sit back and take it all in while Globus handles all the details.

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Charming New England comes to life on this scenic and historic vacation. Start your trip in New York City, then travel to Newport, Rhode Island, home to magnificent mansions, skilled sailing, and fresh seafood. Continue to Plymouth, Massachusetts, for two overnights and plenty of time to sightsee. Visit Plimoth Plantation, where costumed interpreters portray the early 17th-century lifestyle of the Pilgrims, and see Plymouth Rock, the spot where the Pilgrims landed in 1620. A major highlight in Plymouth is a whale-watching expedition for dolphins as well as finback and humpback whales.

Enjoy a harbor cruise in Hyannis, the “Homeport of Cape Cod.” Then travel to historic Boston for a sightseeing tour of Boston’s major sights and free time, before spending an overnight in the oceanfront village of Ogunquit, Maine. Marvel at New England’s glorious fall foliage as you travel to Lake Winnipesaukee for a scenic cruise and an overnight in Shelburne, New Hampshire. In Vermont, taste local maple syrup and sip fresh apple cider before boarding a ferry across Lake Champlain into New York. The foothills of the Adirondack Mountains guide you to Lake Placid, a former Winter Olympic site. Enjoy an orientation tour in Saratoga, known for its Victorian estates, before arriving in the capital of New York, Albany. From Albany, travel back to New York City for the end of your New England vacation. From the historic sights to the scenic beauty, this tour through New England is sure to delight.

Tucked between rugged mountains and a spectacular Atlantic coastline, this tour of New England takes you on a delightful journey through Massachusetts, Vermont and New Hampshire. Your first stop is picturesque Cape Cod where you'll tour Hyannisport, home of the Kennedy compound; and later indulge in traditional New England fare, a lobster dinner. Next, ferry over to Martha's Vineyard where a local guide will point out all the highlights of this once-famous whaling port. Traveling north, the history of the American Revolution is highlighted during a stop at the Minute Man National Historical Park before arriving in Lincoln, New Hampshire, in the heart of the scenic White Mountains. Travel across the dramatic Kangamangus Highway to North Conway where you can shop in the many outlet stores, and enjoy a cruise on New Hampshire's largest lake, Winnipesaukee, before heading off to the quaint village of Woodstock, Vermont. Here, the Simon Pearce glass blowing shop is a delight especially if you catch the artisans at work. Next you'll discover the great city of Boston with a sightseeing tour of some of history's famous sites. Finally, it's on to the maritime town of Salem, best known for its infamous witch trials of 1692, and where you will enjoy a walking tour that concludes with a visit to the "House of Seven Gables."

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; headset in Rome; discounts at the famous Galeries Lafayette and other leading department stores in Paris; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations; flight Rome-Paris with transfers.

When you want to see Western Europe’s highlights but don’t have a lot of time, this is the vacation for you! Sample famous French food—from fresh baguettes and pastries to gourmet cuisine and fine wines. See London’s famous museums, shop at its famous stores on Bond Street and Knightsbridge, or kick back and stroll through lovely Hyde Park. A highlight of your trip is Germany’s Romantic Road, a trade route during the middle ages. Step back in time as you travel this famous area with its charming villages, cobblestone streets, walled cities, and scenic countryside. Stop in Rothenburg, a walled town that has retained its medieval character, and really experience the appeal of the Romantic Road. Once you cross into Austria, head south into Italy to visit the unique floating city of Venice as well as Romeo and Juliet’s Verona. Another highlight is your stay in Lucerne, situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Lucerne and nestled within the snowcapped Swiss Alps. See this picturesque town’s famous Chapel Bridge, built in 1333 as part of the city’s fortifications and now the oldest preserved wooden bridge in Europe. Don’t miss the Water Tower, built approximately 1300, which has served as a place to store loot, a treasury, a jail, and a torture chamber. Your vacation concludes with overnights in Dijon and Paris, the stunning “City of Light,” where you’ll enjoy guided sightseeing and free time to explore on your own.

April 20 departure - Easter Week

Create a lifetime of incredible memories traveling through the unforgettable Canadian Rockies! Take a snow coach ride on Athabasca Glacier in Alberta, travel across British Columbia on the Rocky Mountaineer train, and enjoy ferry crossings to/from Vancouver Island—these are just a few of the many highlights on this memorable Western Canada vacation. Begin your trip in Calgary with a sightseeing tour of Calgary’s major sites. Then travel to Banff, one of Canada’s favorite resorts, for time to hike, fish, and relax, or take an optional helicopter ride over the Canadian Rockies. On the way to Jasper National Park, stop in Lake Louise and marvel at this world-famous location with its cold waters reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Next: a highlight of your vacation—take a thrilling ride aboard an Ice Explorer on the Columbia Icefield, the largest expanse of ice in the Canadian Rockies. Continue on to Jasper National Park, the largest national park in Canada, for two nights.

Next, journey on the Rocky Mountaineer for a 2-day, all-daylight journey from Jasper National Park to Vancouver. This train ride through breathtaking scenery takes you back to a time when getting to your destination was part of the fun. Along the way, see wild rivers, majestic mountain ranges, and beautiful lakes. Upon arrival in Vancouver, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vancouver’s major sights. Then set sail for Victoria and enjoy a sightseeing tour, including world-famous Butchart Gardens with its 55 acres of floral displays. Take a full day at leisure in Victoria before returning to Vancouver, where your grand Canadian Rockies vacation ends. This is truly an unforgettable vacation with an amazing itinerary full of beautiful scenery and once-in-a-lifetime activities.

Beginning in Vienna, the city of the Waltz, baroque architecture and palaces, we travel north to Prague, one of the most stunning and exciting capitals in Europe. Enjoy a guided tour of the sights and then a night out in the trendy cafes and clubs. It is then onto Berlin with its eclectic mix of old and new. Finally learn about the history and heritage of Amsterdam, explore the canal area and take a walk on the wild side through the infamous Red Light District.

Get a “Taste of Europe” and sample some of Western Europe’s best-loved areas, including England, Holland, Germany, Switzerland, and France. You’ll visit the main cities—London, Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Paris—but you’ll also behold fascinating scenery and cruise legendary waterways. Experience the wonder of a cruise on the Rhine—with its picturesque countryside, historical castles, and charming villages. See the mythical Lorelei rock and hear the legend about the distraught maiden who sat on the rock combing her long golden hair and luring passing navigators to their death. In Amsterdam, hear about its 165 canals at a total length of 62 miles. As such an integral part of the city, you’ll enjoy a canal cruise to appreciate Amsterdam from the waterways. Breakfast is included daily, and most days, you’ll have the opportunity to venture out and try local cuisine. Sample a pint of bitter in a local British pub, savor French wines in the Parisian cafés, and try the local beers in Germany.

April 21 departure - Easter Week
Dec 17 departure - Christmas in Paris
Dec 24 departure - New Year in Paris

This is one of our most popular Europe adventures! Begin with two nights in Rome, where you enjoy a special welcome dinner with wine at a lively Roman restaurant, and end with two nights in London. Also stop in major cities, like Florence, Venice, Lucerne, and Paris. Guided sightseeing features all must-see sights, such as St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapel, Rome’s Colosseum, Michelangelo’s David in Florence, St. Mark’s in Venice, the second floor of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and St. Paul’s in London. From Italy, cross the border to subtropical Lugano in Switzerland, then drive straight through the Alps via the St. Gotthard and William Tell country. In picture-book Lucerne, enjoy a relaxing 2-night stay before heading to Paris. After two nights in Paris, board the Eurostar train for a smooth ride to London and the conclusion of your exciting vacation.

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Relax and take in the view as we travel through some of the most inspiring and contrasting scenery in Europe. Experience the wonder of Italy with Rome, the 'Eternal City' as it's highlight and the majestic rolling Tuscan countryside as the encore. Gaze upon the panoramic view from the Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence whilst anticipating the delights of the French Riviera. Visit Interlaken with it's dramatic views towards the snow capped Jungfrau, the most memorable mountain scenery in Switzerland. This is a tour that will inspire you to return again and again to the timeless wonders of Europe.

Please note: You can also finish this tour in Paris >

Witness the magnificent fall colors and sample fresh maple syrup as you make your way through classic New England on this glorious fall foliage vacation. You’ve heard about the blazing orange, red, and yellow colors that light up the trees during fall in New England, and now’s your chance to experience them. Let Globus handle the details and driving, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the magnificent scenery.

Enjoy time in Kennebunkport, a small Maine fishing village, and the small, relaxed mountains town of Stowe, North Conway, and Lake Placid. Visit a maple syrup farm to learn how maple syrup is produced, and enjoy a tour of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory. Explore a living history museum and a restored village to learn about life in New England’s past. Also enjoy time in New York City. Take a cruise on New York Harbor and around the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

This vacation through New England is a perfect way to see the beautiful fall foliage for which New England is famous. So grab your camera and get ready for a wonderful vacation filled with beautiful sights and glorious colors.

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Fall Foliage:
Enjoy spectacular fall colors on this vacation, if Mother Nature permits.

This compact vacation delivers the pristine wilderness of several national parks and the soaring beauty of the Rockies on both sides of the Canada/U.S. border. From Calgary, travel south along the Macleod Trail to Waterton Lakes National Park, a beautiful national park with rugged mountains, beautiful water, and wilderness. Enter Montana through Glacier National Park, where you enjoy a thrilling drive on the spectacular Going-to-the-Sun Road aboard the famous red "Jammer" bus. The Going-to-the-Sun Road crosses 6,664-foot-high Logan Pass and offers alpine scenery where jagged mountain peaks, deep green forests, pristine lakes, and meadows dominate the landscape.

Take in the magnificent scenery as you cross the Continental Divide to the town of Whitefish. Then re-enter Canada and visit the historic mining town of Fort Steele, the famous health spa at Radium Hot Springs, and Kootenay National Park in British Columbia. On to Alberta for 2-night stays in both Banff and Jasper National Parks. In Banff, enjoy a ride on the Banff gondola up Sulphur Mountain and leisure time to explore on your own. Or join an optional helicopter flightseeing trip with views of the Canadian Rockies. As you head to Jasper National Park, stop for a memorable ride aboard an Ice Explorer at the 1,000-foot-thick Columbia Icefield. In Jasper National Park, take a cruise to Spirit Island. Visit famous Lake Louise, a highlight of your vacation, before returning to Calgary, where you’ll attend the Calgary Stampede, with its chuck wagon races and rodeo.

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Welcome to Ontario and Québec! This Canadian vacation begins in cosmopolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city and Ontario’s capital. See major landmarks such as the CN Tower and SkyDome Stadium on a city tour. But first, travel to Niagara Falls and board the Maid of the Mist for up-close views of thundering Niagara Falls. After Toronto, visit historic Kingston and cruise the St. Lawrence River in St. Lawrence Islands National Park before arriving in Canada’s capital, Ottawa. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of this lovely city and visit the Royal Canadian Mounted Police stables. Next, travel to the French-Canadian province of Québec and to Québec City, the heart of French Canada and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour this historic walled city—one of the best-preserved cities in North America. Perhaps dine at one of Québec City’s French restaurants. Then head south to sophisticated Montréal, one of the world’s largest French-speaking cities. Your sightseeing tour of Montréal shows you the city’s famous sights. From Montréal, board the overnight Ocean train bound for Nova Scotia for a 2-night stay in Halifax. Tour Halifax, the largest city east of Montréal and the capital of Nova Scotia, and take an excursion to postcard-pretty Peggy’s Cove. Exploring this quaint fishing village is a wonderful way to end your vacation to Ontario, Québec, and Nova Scotia!

Elegant resorts set amidst breathtaking panoramic views await you on this Collette Vacations tour of the Canadian Rockies, where you'll tour the beautiful province of Alberta, home to such legendary spots as Jasper, Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary, as well as the province of British Columbia, where you will enjoy stays in Sun Peaks and Vancouver. This tour combines the best of the prairies and the majesty of the Canadian Rockies with a stay in some of Canada's most impressive resort hotels. Keep your camera ready for spectacular photo opportunities at every bend in the road…you won't want to miss sites like Maligne Lake and Butchart Gardens.

This memorable vacation starts in London and travels to Brussels for an overnight. Travel to Germany’s scenic Rhineland and discover charming medieval Rothenburg along the Romantic Road. Next up: the beautiful landscapes of Bavaria, a visit to King Ludwig’s fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle, then Austria and Switzerland. An included panoramic Alpine train ride on the spectacular Bernina Express—which leaves from St. Moritz and crosses the Bernina mountain range into the Italian Valtellina—is an unforgettable experience. A change of scenery as you continue to subtropical Lake Lugano, then back over the mountains to Lucerne, Interlaken, and Gruyère in the Swiss Alps. Spend the night in international Geneva, with an included orientation drive, then head north with a stop in medieval Beaune. Your adventure ends with two overnights in Paris, the inimitable “City of Light.”

April 22 departure - Easter Week

When you want to see Western Europe’s highlights but don’t have a lot of time, this is the vacation for you! Sample famous French food—from fresh baguettes and pastries to gourmet cuisine and fine wines. See London’s famous museums, shop at its famous stores on Bond Street and Knightsbridge, or kick back and stroll through lovely Hyde Park. A highlight of your trip is Germany’s Romantic Road, a trade route during the middle ages. Step back in time as you travel this famous area with its charming villages, cobblestone streets, walled cities, and scenic countryside. Stop in Rothenburg, a walled town that has retained its medieval character, and really experience the appeal of the Romantic Road. Once you cross into Austria, head south into Italy to visit the unique floating city of Venice as well as Romeo and Juliet’s Verona. Another highlight is your stay in Lucerne, situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Lucerne and nestled within the snowcapped Swiss Alps. See this picturesque town’s famous Chapel Bridge, built in 1333 as part of the city’s fortifications and now the oldest preserved wooden bridge in Europe. Don’t miss the Water Tower, built approximately 1300, which has served as a place to store loot, a treasury, a jail, and a torture chamber. Overnight in Dijon and in Paris, the stunning “City of Light,” where you’ll enjoy guided sightseeing of the highlights and free time to explore on your own. Cross the Channel by ferry to jolly old England! Your vacation ends in London, the perfect conclusion to a great adventure.

April 20 departure - Easter Week

On this vacation, discover the South at its finest as you travel through Georgia and South Carolina! Begin your trip in Atlanta with a city sightseeing tour and free time to explore on your own. Experience Myrtle Beach’s 60-mile-long “Grand Strand,” and visit the famous Brookgreen Gardens, a National Historic Landmark located on an old rice and indigo plantation. In Georgetown, see where the first permanent settlers arrived in the early 1700s. Tour the historic district of Charleston, one of the last bastions of the Old South, and encounter the preserved pre-Revolutionary character of picturesque Beaufort. Next up: trolley tours of Savannah and Jekyll Island. Visit St. Simons Island, home to one of Georgia’s last working lighthouses, and Macon’s Hay House, the Palace of the South. Return to Atlanta for an overnight and the perfect ending to your Southern adventure trip. With an ideal balance of free time and guided tours, this Southern vacation gives you the flavor of the South.

The beautiful South comes alive on this wonderful vacation. Start your trip in Chicago and spend leisure time getting to know the city. See the famous Chicago landmarks on an included sightseeing tour before heading south to St. Louis, Missouri, known as the “Gateway to the West.” On your St. Louis tour, take a trip to the top of the towering Gateway Arch. Then cross the Mississippi River to Nashville, Tennessee, home of country music! A guided tour shows you Nashville’s most famous sights, including the recording studios on Music Row, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and legendary RCA Studio B, once the recoding home of Elvis Presley. No vacation to Nashville is complete without a visit to the Grand Ole Opry, and you have reserved seats for a Grand Ole Opry show!

Travel to Memphis, “Home of the Blues, ” a city with a distinct Southern flair. Enjoy an orientation tour and visit Graceland, Elvis Presley’s grand estate. Next, hop on the AMTRAK City of New Orleans train to Louisiana. Pass cotton fields and catfish ponds to the heart of Cajun country. Spot alligators on the waterways of Atchafalaya Basin before crossing bayou country back into New Orleans. Spend three nights in New Orleans and get acquainted with the city on your tour and leisure time. You also receive a pass and roundtrip transportation to the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. What a great way to end your musical vacation to the charming South.

Join us on one of these special departures and be part of the action at the 42nd Annual Jazz & Heritage Festival. In addition to the great music, your tastebuds will enjoy classic New Orleans staples, including Creole, Cajun, and international cuisine. Your Jazz Fest package includes two extra nights in New Orleans, a city sightseeing tour, and a 1-day pass with roundtrip transportation to the Jazz Fest grounds.

This vacation offers a panoramic exploration of England, Wales, and Scotland. Begin with an overnight and free time in London, then head west to prehistoric Stonehenge, picturesque Salisbury, and Widecombe-in-the-Moor in Dartmoor National Park. Spend two nights in Plymouth, with an excursion to Land’s End and the seaside resort of St. Ives. North to Glastonbury of King Arthur fame and stop to see the amazing Roman excavations in Bath. Cross into Wales, for an overnight in Newport and a drive through Brecon Beacons National Park to Chester and then to Liverpool, where you visit the Beatles Story. Explore England’s scenic Lake District and Wandsworth’s Grasmere before crossing into Scotland for a stop in Gretna Green. Spend the night in Glasgow, then skirt the banks of Loch Lomond on your way to the Isle of Skye. After a stop in the Highland capital of Inverness, head south through Culloden Moor, Braemar, and St. Andrews. A 2-night stay in Edinburgh includes guided sightseeing and visits to Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. Back in England, choose between a visit to Alnwick Castle or to the lavish Alnwick Garden, then see a section of Hadrian’s Wall, and medieval York. Pass along Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest on the way to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon. Return to London for an overnight and the completion of your magnificent vacation.

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Special Departure:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for July 30 through August 20 vacations.

See some of Europe’s most precious gems on this magnificent mosaic of European culture. Begin in London with a full day to discover the UK’s capital. Cross the Channel by ferry and board your motorcoach to Amsterdam, where guided sightseeing and a canal cruise await. In Germany, travel along the castle-dotted Rhine River and join the Romantic Road as it passes by medieval towns with fairytale half-timbered houses. Overnight in Munich and continue south through the majestic Dolomites, stopping in Cortina and then on to Venice. A boat ride along one of the main canals takes you to St. Mark’s Square, with time to admire the famous Venetian landmarks. On to Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” for a guided walking tour that features Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Duomo. Heading north, cross the Lombardy plain into Switzerland’s Canton Ticino for a stop in subtropical Lugano before climbing toward St. Gotthard Tunnel and descending to Lake Lucerne. Your vacation ends in Paris, the “City of Light,” where a Local Guide shows you the sights and you’ll enjoy free time to soak up the romantic beauty.

April 20 departure - Easter Week
Dec 18 departure - Christmas in Florence

From Vienna's palaces and boulevards we head east to Budapest's citadel and fortified castle district. Enjoy a night out at Prague's trendy and Bohemian bars and clubs. Visit the modern, exciting city of Berlin: Checkpoint Charlie and the Brandenburg gate, locked for the duration of the Communist rule. Stroll around Amsterdam's infamous red light district, the 17th century gabled houses overhanging the canals, the Van Gogh and Rembrandt galleries - a perfect trip to experience the essence and variety of Europe.

Please note: You can also finish this tour in Paris >

A short tour that takes you from London to Vienna. From London our first destination is Paris where you can take a romantic cruise along the Seine, gorge your senses on French gourmet cuisine and gaze down upon the city from the dizzy heights of the Eiffel Tower. Our next stop is Amsterdam, the city of surprises, then onto Berlin at the cutting edge of music, art and lifestyle trends with it's amazing nightlife. We travel to Prague with it's wonderful sightseeing, opera, restaurants & nightlife. Enjoy Budapest which is rich in UNESCO World Heritage sites: the view of the Danube embankments, the Buda Castle and Hero's Square, before ending in Vienna. What a great way to see some of the major cities of Europe in such a short space of time!

Experience the cities, culture, and unspoiled landscapes of Scandinavia on this remarkable vacation. Begin with two overnights in Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen. Stop in Odense, Hans Christian Andersen’s home, and continue through the Jutland peninsula to reach Frederikshavn. From here, cross the Kattegat Channel by ferry to Gothenburg, Sweden, and continue by motorcoach into Norway for an overnight in Oslo. Included sightseeing of Norway’s capital features the City Hall, National Theatre, Royal Palace, and Gustav Vigeland’s sculpture park. On to the scenic Telemark region. A spectacular journey delivers you to the Vemork Norwegian Industrial Workers Museum, a tribute to recent history’s heroes. The views become more and more stunning as you cross the Hardangerfjord by ferry to arrive in Bergen, home of composer Grieg. After two overnights in this fascinating city, enjoy a cruise on the amazing Sognefjord, where the mountains meet the sea. Next up: Fagernes, Lillehammer of Olympics fame, and through fairytale landscapes to Karlstad. Stop at Gripsholm Castle before reaching Stockholm, the Swedish capital set on 14 islands with canals, palaces, and parks. Guided sightseeing shows you the highlights, the perfect ending to this exciting Scandinavian exploration.

Your journey begins in the Italian capital of Rome with guided sightseeing that highlights the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Vatican’s St. Peter’s Square. Head north to see Pisa’s Leaning Tower and to Renaissance Florence, featuring Piazza Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Giotto Campanile, and Brunelleschi Cupola in Piazza del Duomo. Spend two overnights in the Venice area, with an included canal boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and free time to explore. Ascend the mighty Dolomites, stopping in Cortina, then continue into the Austrian Tyrol to Innsbruck and cross into Switzerland. Stop in the tiny Principality of Liechtenstein and later arrive in medieval lakeside Lucerne for two overnights. On to Paris for guided sightseeing, free time to make your own discoveries, and two overnights. Cross the Channel by ferry to jolly old England! Your vacation ends in London, the perfect conclusion to a great adventure.

April 17 departure - Easter Week

Begin your vacation in London with two overnights and plenty of leisure time to make your own discoveries in this lively city. Cross the Channel by ferry and board your motorcoach to Paris. Your 2-night stay includes guided sightseeing that highlights the Arc d’Triompe, Champs Elysées, and the Eiffel Tower, then free time to explore the French capital at your own pace. Head south through Burgundy to picture-perfect Lucerne in Switzerland, then visit Lugano in the Italian-speaking Swiss canton of Ticino before crossing into Italy. Stop in Verona to see Juliet’s balcony, and in beautiful Venice for a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and free time to maybe try an optional gondola ride. In Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” enjoy a guided walking tour that introduces you to Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Giotto Campanile and Brunelleschi Cupola in Piazza del Duomo. Admire the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa before spending two nights in the “Eternal City” of Rome, with included guided sightseeing featuring St. Peter’s Square, the Roman Forum, and the mighty Colosseum.

Dec 15 departure - Christmas in Rome

Discover Europe with your family! Start in Rome with a welcome dinner and guided sightseeing that features visits to the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, and the Colosseum, where you get a family picture with a gladiator (if available). On to Pisa to see its Leaning Tower, then to the spa resort of Montecatini. In Florence, visit the Academy of Fine Arts with Michelangelo’s celebrated David and admire the cathedral and sculpture-studded Signoria Square. Enjoy a pizza party lunch at a local restaurant and see how they are made! Enter Venice in style by private boat, savor an authentic pasta dinner at a local restaurant, create your own Venetian mask, and follow your Local Guide for a visit to St. Mark’s Square, Doges’ Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. On to charming Lake Maggiore, then cross Simplon Pass, ride a mountain train, and arrive in Zermatt for free time at the base of the Matterhorn. Continue to Montreux at Lake Geneva. From Lausanne, ride the high-speed TGV train to Paris for included visits to Notre Dame Cathedral and to the top of the Eiffel Tower. A farewell dinner at a local restaurant celebrates the success of an unforgettable vacation! Continue by Eurostar train to London, and includes two nights and a city tour with a Local Guide featuring London’s highlights and a “flight” on the London Eye.

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

Spend time in some of Canada’s most scenic areas on this grand vacation to Canada’s national parks and mountain towns. Get ready to see spectacular scenery and spend time in Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Whistler, Sun Peaks, Victoria, Vancouver, and Kelowna. Take an Ice Explorer ride on the 1,000-foot-thick Columbia Icefield, and marvel at the spectacular scenery, including alpine meadows, waterfalls, and massive glaciers. Enjoy panoramic views of Banff from the Banff gondola, and enjoy dinner at a winery in Kelowna.

Marvel at the beauty of Lake Louise, whose green-blue waters form a perfect mirror reflection of Mount Victoria. Take a cruise on Maligne Lake, the largest lake and one of the most picturesque spots in the Canadian Rockies. Be sure to have your camera ready so you can capture photos of the beautiful lake and towering peaks.

This is just a sampling of the highlights offered on this tour. So let Globus handle the details while you sit back, relax, and enjoy the tranquil beauty, fun experiences, and sightseeing tours on this marvelous vacation.

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Introduce your family to the wonders of Europe! Begin in London with guided sightseeing of the main city highlights and a “flight” on the London Eye for stunning views of the city. Hop aboard the high-speed Eurostar train to Paris, where you will ride the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower and will see the city highlights with a Local Guide, including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysées, and a visit to Notre Dame Cathedral. On to Switzerland via high-speed TGV train. Stop in Basel and continue by motorcoach to Lucerne in the heart of the Alps. An included orientation tour features the Lion Monument, Old Town, and famed Chapel Bridge. On the way to Austria, visit a Swiss chocolate confectionary to learn about chocolate making. Also stop in Vaduz, capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein, before arriving in Innsbruck to see Maximilian’s Golden Roof. In Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace, guided sightseeing features sights from the Sound of Music. An included excursion to Hohenwerfen Fortress teaches you about traditional hunting methods using birds of prey, while another highlight is a visit by horse carriage to King Ludwig’s Neuschwanstein Castle, the inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle. In Munich, enjoy guided sightseeing, a Brezel tasting, and a farewell dinner to celebrate the conclusion of your vacation.

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The Canadian Rockies—a land of majestic mountain scenery, fascinating wildlife, sparkling glaciers, crystal-clear lakes, and interesting towns. If you want to see breathtaking scenery and jagged mountain peaks, this tour is for you. Spend time in Vancouver, Victoria, Sun Peaks, Whistler, Jasper National Park, and Banff National Park. A tour highlight is a train ride on the Rocky Mountaineer, where you travel over the Continental Divide and through spectacular scenery. Recline in your seat and watch out the picture windows as you travel through breathtaking scenery.

Another tour highlight is the Ice Explorer ride on the 1000-foot-thick Columbia Icefield. It is one of the few places where you go right up to an icefield. You’ll also enjoy unsurpassed scenery on the drive between Jasper National Park and Banff National Park. As you parallel the Great Divide, keep an eye out for alpine meadows, waterfalls, massive glaciers, and wildlife, including big horn sheep and elk.

You’ll have leisure time in the towns to explore on your own or to participate in optional activities. Sample the cuisine offered in the towns, take a scenic walk, relax, and enjoy peace and quiet while surrounded by majestic scenery. Words and photos cannot adequately capture the beauty of this area. You must witness it in person, and this tour offers the opportunity to sit back and take it all in while Globus handles all the details.

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Explore the natural wonders and Viking history of Newfoundland and Labrador on this unique journey. Set sail on a nature cruise to Witless Bay Ecological Reserve to spot whales, puffins, and other marine life. Travel to L'Anse aux Meadows, believed to be the site where Norse explorer Leif Eriksson first landed, and learn about Newfoundland's Viking heritage. In Labrador, explore the importance of whaling in charming fishing villages and a 16th-century whaling port and visit Gros Morne National Park, Atlantic Canada's largest park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Along the way, Canadian experts provide special insight into the cultural and natural history of this maritime province.

Charming New England comes to life on this scenic and historic vacation. Start your trip in New York City, then travel to Newport, Rhode Island, home to magnificent mansions, skilled sailing, and fresh seafood. Continue to Plymouth, Massachusetts, for two overnights and plenty of time to sightsee. Visit Plimoth Plantation, where costumed interpreters portray the early 17th-century lifestyle of the Pilgrims, and see Plymouth Rock, the spot where the Pilgrims landed in 1620. A major highlight in Plymouth is a whale-watching expedition for dolphins as well as finback and humpback whales.

Enjoy a harbor cruise in Hyannis, the “Homeport of Cape Cod.” Then travel to historic Boston for a sightseeing tour of Boston’s major sights and free time, before spending an overnight in the oceanfront village of Ogunquit, Maine. Marvel at New England’s glorious fall foliage as you travel to Lake Winnipesaukee for a scenic cruise and an overnight in Shelburne, New Hampshire. In Vermont, taste local maple syrup and sip fresh apple cider before boarding a ferry across Lake Champlain into New York. While in New York, visit Lake Placid, Saratoga, and Albany before traveling back to New York City for two nights and an orientation tour of New York City’s most famous sights. From the historic sights to the scenic beauty, this vacation through New England is sure to delight.

Savor the diversity and history of the great cities of New England and Eastern Canada on this enchanting vacation, featuring a 7-night cruise aboard Holland America’s MS Maasdam. Begin your trip in exciting Boston, where your sightseeing tour focuses on historic sites, such as the Old North Church, Faneuil Hall, and the Old State House. Then head to New Hampshire and the scenic White Mountains, New England’s greatest range and premier outdoor playground. Take a thrilling gondola ride up Wildcat Mountain to the 4,397-foot summit. Cross into Vermont and visit a working maple syrup farm in Montpelier, drive to Stowe, and enjoy a cruise on Burlington’s Lake Champlain.

Next: travel to Montréal, Canada’s second-largest city, for a sightseeing tour and visit to Notre Dame Basilica. Then, embark the MS Maasdam for your 7-night cruise to some of Canada’s historic towns and beautiful places. Ports of call include Québec City, Canada’s only walled city; Charlottetown on Prince Edward Island; Sydney, originally settled by Highland Scots; Halifax; Bar Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Maine’s oldest summer resort; and Boston. This incredible vacation through New England and Eastern Canada is packed with adventure—both on land and at sea!

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Fall Foliage:
Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the Eastern U.S. and Canada on our special Fall Foliage departures: Sep. 13–27 (if Mother Nature permits).

This memorable vacation starts in London and travels to Brussels for an overnight. Travel to Germany’s scenic Rhineland and discover charming medieval Rothenburg along the Romantic Road. Next up: the beautiful landscapes of Bavaria, a visit to King Ludwig’s fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle, then Austria and Switzerland. An included panoramic Alpine train ride on the spectacular Bernina Express—which leaves from St. Moritz and crosses the Bernina mountain range into the Italian Valtellina—is an unforgettable experience. A change of scenery as you continue to subtropical Lake Lugano, then back over the mountains to Lucerne, Interlaken, and Gruyère in the Swiss Alps. Spend the night in international Geneva, with an included orientation drive, then head north with a stop in medieval Beaune and two overnights in Paris, the inimitable “City of Light.” Cross the Channel by ferry to jolly old England! Your vacation ends in London, the perfect conclusion to a great adventure.

April 22 departure - Easter Week

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

On this South America vacation, explore the Amazon Jungle and two of the great cities in Brazil and Argentina—Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires—at a relaxed pace. For a once-in-a-lifetime thrill, you’ll visit the Amazon Jungle and cruise along the chocolate-colored Rio Negro to its confluence with the yellow-gray Rio Solimões, where the two rivers form the Amazon. Watch for the captivating native flora and fauna. Also, visit a rehabilitation center for primates and see spider monkeys, squirrel monkeys, wooly monkeys, and capuchin monkeys.

In addition to the beauty of the Amazon, this tour also offers you a chance to experience Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires. Dance the Tango in Buenos Aires; sip caipirinhas, a popular Brazilian cocktail, in Rio; listen to the sounds of Rio; and watch people play soccer and volleyball on famous Copacabana Beach. Sightseeing in both cities shows you the famous sites, including the Cemetery of the Recoleta, where Eva Peron is buried in Buenos Aires.

A trip highlight is Iguassu Falls, one of the most spectacular sights on earth. Meaning “Big Water” in the local dialect, there are 275 falls that cover a distance of over a mile and a half. A photograph cannot accurately portray this breathtaking sight—you must experience it for yourself! Hear the deafening roar and admire the brilliant rainbows created by the clouds of spray.

From the vibrant cities to the scenic beauty, this vacation to the Amazon, Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, and Buenos Aires will leave you with vacation memories you’ll cherish forever.

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South Africa is a mix of adventure, beauty and culture, certain to fascinate you with its exciting diversity. Where else can you see a forever-changing landscape and amazing wildlife one day, and enjoy an elegant dinner the next. South Africa's moving history comes alive as you venture from Johannesburg to Sandton where you can visit nearby Nelson Mandela Square. In Soweto, enjoy a guided tour of its luxurious mansions and informal settlements and experience regional cuisine and lifestyle when you join locals for lunch. Later visit the Apartheid Museum for a firsthand look into the dynamic history of racial segregation. In Kruger National Park, an open-air safari game drive will provide thrilling views of lions, elephants, rhinos, and leopards in this incredible wildlife reserve followed by an evening of ceremonies complete with dinner and traditional tribal entertainment. You'll travel the famous Garden Route, filled with vistas of beautiful bays, dramatic river gorges and majestic mountains to the picturesque resort town of Knysna. Also included is a visit to the "ostrich capital of the world," Oudtshoorn, where a private tour of a fascinating ostrich farm will be featured. During your 3-night stay in beautiful Cape Town, you'll learn why this region has an incomparable reputation for superb wines when you visit a nearby private vineyard and sample the vintage.

Enjoy this vacation to spectacular Spain and visit some of Spain’s most famous cities, including Madrid, Toledo, Granada, Seville, and Barcelona. Spain is a country steeped in history, and you’ll have an opportunity to see some of its historical sights, as well as its well-known museums and churches. A tour highlight is the Prado Museum in Madrid. One of the most prestigious art museums in the world, the Prado houses 8,000 pieces of Western painting—from the Middle Ages to the 19th century.

Enjoy Toledo, a city that has been influenced by three cultures—Arabic, Jewish, and Christian—and see the architectural styles left behind by each. Also visit Granada, a city with more than 1,000 years of recorded history, and see the Alhambra Complex. The Alhambra was a palace, citadel, and fortress for the Nasrid sultans and their servants, elite soldiers, and high officials from the 13th to 14th centuries. Time on the Costa del Sol gives you a chance to relax, enjoy the sandy beaches, and browse the trendy boutiques. In Barcelona, visit the Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s magnificent church started in 1882 and still not completed today.

While in Spain, be like a local and sample tapas and paella. Be sure to pack your camera, so you can capture the wonderful monuments and scenery from this glorious vacation.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Create a lifetime of incredible memories traveling through the unforgettable Canadian Rockies! Begin your vacation in Vancouver with a tour that includes Chinatown and the famed totem poles of Stanley Park. Then, board the Rocky Mountaineer train and head for historic Kamloops, east to Shuswap Lake, and over the Continental Divide to breathtaking Banff National Park. This train ride through breathtaking scenery takes you back to a time when getting to your destination was part of the fun. Along the way, see wild rivers, majestic mountain ranges, and beautiful lakes.

Spend two nights in Banff at the internationally recognized Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, a chateau-style hotel developed into one of the top three getaways in North America. Tour the highlights of Banff with free time to enjoy your choice of activities. En route to Lake Louise, enjoy a side trip to one of the crown jewels of the Canadian Rockies—Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks, where ten mountain peaks soar 10,000 feet and surround the tranquil waters of the lake. In Lake Louise, stay at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, a world-famous resort built in 1890.

Travel on Icefields Parkway past towering peaks and hanging glaciers to Jasper National Park, Canada’s largest national park. View Peyto Lake and Athabasca Falls, and ride an Ice Explorer on the Athabasca Glacier. Drink in the scenery as you pass Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, then on to Sun Peaks and the mountain resort of Whistler. Ferry across to Victoria, spend two nights, and tour the city with a guided sightseeing tour. Finally, return via ferry to mainland Vancouver—a great ending to your exciting Canadian Rockies vacation.

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

On this vacation, enjoy the romance of train travel as you journey via two trains from Toronto to Vancouver. Your first train travels from Toronto to Jasper on VIA Rail’s® the Canadian. Your second train travels in the Canadian Rockies from Banff to Vancouver via the Rocky Mountaineer. During your train travels, admire breathtaking scenery, stunning mountain peaks, serene lakes, glittering glaciers, thundering waterfalls, and vast prairie grasslands.

You’ll spend two nights in Jasper National Park and three nights in Banff National Park, where you’ll have time to relax, hike, shop, admire wildlife, and join optional activities. Other fun experiences include a cruise at Niagara Falls and a ride in an all-terrain vehicle on the Columbia Icefield, Canada’s largest expanse of ice.

Stunning scenery, enjoyable train travel, leisure time to relax and explore, and fun experiences—you can anticipate all of this and more on this marvelous Canadian rail vacation.

Create a lifetime of incredible memories traveling through the unforgettable Canadian Rockies! Take a snow coach ride on Athabasca Glacier in Alberta, travel across British Columbia on the Rocky Mountaineer train, and enjoy ferry crossings to/from Vancouver Island—these are just a few of the many highlights on this memorable Western Canada vacation. Begin your trip in Calgary with a sightseeing tour of Calgary’s major sites. Then travel to Banff, one of Canada’s favorite resorts, for time to hike, fish, relax, and much more. On the way to Jasper National Park, stop in Lake Louise and discover this world-famous location with its cold waters reflecting the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Next: a highlight of your vacation—take a thrilling ride aboard an Ice Explorer on the Columbia Icefield, the largest expanse of ice in the Canadian Rockies. Continue on to Jasper National Park, the largest national park in Canada, for two nights.

Next, journey on the Rocky Mountaineer for a 2-day, all-daylight journey from Jasper National Park to Vancouver. This train ride through breathtaking scenery takes you back to a time when getting to your destination was part of the fun. Along the way, see wild rivers, majestic mountain ranges, and beautiful lakes. Upon arrival in Vancouver, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vancouver’s major sights. Then set sail for Victoria and enjoy a sightseeing tour, including world-famous Butchart Gardens with its 55 acres of floral displays. Take a full day at leisure in Victoria before returning to Vancouver, where your grand Canadian Rockies vacation ends. Spend two nights in Vancouver and get to know this city on your own. This is truly an unforgettable vacation with an amazing itinerary full of beautiful scenery and once-in-a-lifetime activities.

Be a part of cafe society along the boulevards of Paris and then enjoy the crisp mountain air of the Alps. Visit the great Italian monuments and use your free time to see even more or to shop for bargains in the markets and boutiques of Florence and Rome. End your tour in wonderful Vienna, the city of baroque palaces and delectable desserts.

Here lies the story of Britain, starting with Coventry Cathedral, risen from wartime ashes and ending with the most famous monument from the ancient world.

This cross-country train adventure across Canada begins in Toronto, ends in Vancouver, and includes beautiful scenery and fun-filled activities in some of Canada’s most popular cities. Cosmopolitan Toronto, the largest city in Canada, hosts world-class shopping and many spectacular sights. Start your vacation in Toronto and head to Niagara Falls, where you take a Maid of the Mist cruise to enjoy up-close views of Niagara Falls from river level. Then board VIA Rail®’s The Canadian—a premier continental train—and head west. The next three days and nights are spent in first-class, refurbished art deco rail cars. Observe unparalleled views of Canada’s countryside as you journey through Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta.

After passing through the majestic Canadian Rockies to Jasper, the rail portion of this journey ends. Spend two nights in Jasper with free time to explore. Then board your motorcoach to Banff National Park. On your way to Banff, take a thrilling ride aboard an Ice Explorer on the Columbia Icefield, the largest expanse of ice in the Canadian Rockies. In Banff, you have two nights and time to relax, hike, or join an optional activity, such as a helicopter ride over the Canadian Rockies or a gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain. Travel through Yoho and Glacier National Parks before arriving at the cattle-ranching center of Kamloops. Finally, spend time in Vancouver then sail through the Gulf Islands to Victoria.

This fascinating journey delivers the best of Scotland, England’s Lake District, North Wales, and the Emerald Isle. Begin in lively Glasgow and head north via the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond to Fort William, Loch Ness, and the Highland capital of Inverness. Travel south, stopping to visit a whisky distillery and Balmoral Castle (when open). Spend two nights in Edinburgh and visit the famous castle and Holyrood Palace. In the Lowland hills, see the famous blacksmith’s shop at Gretna Green before crossing into England. Delight in the beauty of the Lake District on your way to historic Chester. Explore the North Wales towns of Betws-y-Coed and Caernarvon, then ferry across the Irish Sea to the “Fair City” of Dublin, where an orientation drive shows off O’Connell Street, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Trinity College. Visit the Irish National Stud at Kildare, stop in Blarney, and then at the popular resort of Killarney. Marvel at the scenic Ring of Kerry, the spectacular Cliffs of Moher, and stunning Giant’s Causeway. Visits to the pilgrimage village of Knock, world-famous Belleek Pottery, Derry, and Belfast are also included, before returning to Glasgow for the conclusion of the tour.

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

Special Departure:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for August 8, 15, and 22 vacations.

Savor the diversity and enchantment of the great cities of the Northeast and Canada on this enticing vacation, featuring a boat cruise and visits to the most important monuments. Begin your trip in exciting Boston, where your sightseeing tour focuses on historic sites such as the Old North Church and the Old State House. There's also leisure time to browse through Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. Then it's on to romantic Québec City, Canada's only walled city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your Québec City tour with a Local Guide features the Place d'Armes, the ancient Palace Royale, and the Plains of Abraham. Next, continue to Montréal, Canada’s second-largest city, for a sightseeing tour, a visit to Notre Dame Basilica, and an afternoon at leisure.

Drive west to beautiful Ottawa, Canada’s capital, where you see the Canadian Mint, Parliament Hill, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables, and other famous sites on your guided tour. Next is the cosmopolitan city of Toronto, Canada’s largest city, for a sightseeing tour and free time. See magnificent Niagara Falls on a Maid of the Mist cruise before returning to the U.S. to visit Lancaster, Pennsylvania, home of the religious Amish and Mennonite communities. Enjoy a traditional Amish feast and learn about the Amish faith, culture, and way of life. Next, travel to Washington DC, where your tour features Washington DC’s famous monuments and government buildings. Finally, travel north to Philadelphia for a sightseeing tour including Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Your vacation ends in New York City.

No one brings the world’s stories to life like we do. What story will you discover next?

Fall Foliage:
Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the Eastern U.S. and Canada on our special Fall Foliage departures: Sep. 12– Oct.12 (if Mother Nature permits).

This is the ideal trip for those who prefer an in-depth Western Europe experience. Begin in London with two overnights and guided sightseeing that visits St. Paul’s Cathedral and includes time to see the Changing of the Guard (if held). Enjoy a fast Eurostar train ride from London to Paris, where you’ll ride to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower and will enjoy a special welcome dinner with wine at a fine Parisian restaurant. Spend two nights in Lucerne and admire the Swiss Alps. Stop in the Principality of Liechtenstein and in Innsbruck, Austria, then spend two nights in Munich, Germany, where guided sightseeing shows off the Olympic Stadium, Nymphenburg Palace, Marienplatz, and more. Take a walking tour through medieval Rothenburg, and in Rhineland, enjoy a Rhine cruise and a Riesling wine tasting. Via Cologne, arrive in Amsterdam, Holland, where an included canal cruise and visit of a major diamond center complete this exciting journey!

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

Begin your England, Scotland, and Wales vacation in London with a day of independent activities or optional tours. Then, head out to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and Lady Godiva’s Coventry. Pass Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest and take a walking tour of York, England’s most complete medieval city. See a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. Cross the Scottish border and arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, for a guided sightseeing tour, which includes a visit to mighty Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. On to St. Andrews, home of golf; Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Games for the past 900 years; and Royal Deeside, where the Queen is an annual visitor. Spend the night in the Scottish Highlands and visit the Highland capital of Inverness, then search for mysterious Nessie at legendary Loch Ness. Via Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, continue through the Lowlands to Gretna Green and through the lovely Lake District to charming Grasmere and the shores of beautiful Lake Windermere. Spend the night in Liverpool of Beatles fame, then prepare yourself for the splendor of Wales. Stop at Betws-y-Coed, Caernarvon, Conway, and Cardiff, capital of Wales. Travel through scenic Snowdonia and Brecon Beacons National Parks. Back in England, enjoy a walking tour of 2,000-year-old Chester; explore elegant Georgian Bath, famous for its Roman relics; and hear about King Arthur in Glastonbury. Visit quaint Widecombe-in-the-Moor, made famous in The Hound of the Baskervilles, and see the Mayflower Steps in Plymouth, where the Pilgrims embarked on their voyage in 1620. On the way back to London, encounter mysterious Stonehenge and majestic Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral. Your tour concludes with free time in London, a great way to end this fantastic vacation.

Special Departure:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for Aug 1 through Aug 22 departures.

See some of Europe’s most precious gems on this mosaic of European culture. Begin in London with a full day to discover the UK’s capital. Cross the Channel by ferry and board your motorcoach to Amsterdam, where guided sightseeing and a canal cruise await. In Germany, travel along the castle-dotted Rhine River and join the Romantic Road as it passes by medieval towns with fairytale half-timbered houses. Overnight in Munich and continue south through the majestic Dolomites, stopping in Cortina and then on to Venice. A boat ride along one of the main canals takes you to St. Mark’s Square, with time to admire the famous Venetian landmarks. On to Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” for a guided walking tour that features Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Duomo. Heading north, cross the Lombardy plain into Switzerland’s Canton Ticino for a stop in subtropical Lugano before climbing toward St. Gotthard Tunnel and descending to Lake Lucerne. Spend two nights in Paris, the “City of Light,” before returning to London for an overnight and the finale of your grand vacation.

April 20 departure - Easter Week
Dec 18 departure - Christmas in Florence

This breathtaking vacation crosses Canada using the scenic railroad. Your trip begins in Toronto with an orientation tour and excursion to Niagara Falls. Board the Maid of the Mist for a thrilling boat ride to view thundering Niagara Falls from the river level. Back in Toronto, board the Art Deco cars of VIA Rail’s The Canadian train for your 3-night rail journey through Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Watch the scenic countryside, lakes, and sun-dappled forests from your windows as you relax in first-class refurbished cars from the 1950s. Travel roughly parallel to the famed Yellowhead Route, Canada’s historic trail of westward expansion.

Disembark in Jasper and take in the beauty of Jasper National Park. Enjoy an excursion to Maligne Lake for a fully narrated cruise to Spirit Island, and travel through Jasper National Park on Icefields Parkway. Take a thrilling Ice Explorer ride on the 1,000-foot-deep Columbia Icefield.

On the way to Banff National Park, drink in the spectacular sights of Lake Louise with its green-blue waters forming a perfect mirror reflection of Mount Victoria. In Banff, visit Sulphur Mountain for a ride on the Banff gondola with panoramic views of Banff’s spectacular scenery. Next, catch a ferry to Victoria for a visit to Butchart Gardens and free time on your own. Your Canadian vacation ends back in Vancouver.

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

This fantastic trip covers three countries—Spain, Morocco, and Portugal—concentrating on the southern part of the Iberian Peninsula. On this tour, you’ll see many of the area’s historic sights, including the Alcazar in Seville, founded in the 11th century as a Moorish fortress, and the Alhambra Complex in Granada. The Alhambra was a palace, citadel, and fortress for the Nasrid sultans and their servants, elite soldiers, and high officials from the 13th to 14th centuries.
If you’re interested in religious sights, this tour is not to be missed. Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Rosary in Fatima, where pilgrims from all over the world visit; Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon, built to thank the Virgin Mary for Portugal’s success in its voyages around the world; the Church of Santo Tomé in Toledo, which has one of El Greco’s most famous paintings; and more.

Ferry crossings over the Strait of Gibraltar afford you spectacular views of the Rock. There’s a full day at leisure at the Costa del Sol, so you can enjoy the sandy beaches, browse the shops, or join an optional excursion to the Rock of Gibraltar.

These are just a few of the many highlights on this wonderful trip to Spain, Portugal, and Morocco—a trip of a lifetime!

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

Enjoy a leisurely vacation with 2-night stays in Rome, Venice, Florence, Nice, and Paris. Begin with a special welcome dinner with wine at a lively Roman restaurant. Guided sightseeing features: St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and the Forum in Rome; a stop in Assisi to visit St. Francis’ Basilica; a private boat ride, St. Mark’s Basilica and Doges’ Palace in Venice; a stop in Ferrara; and Michelangelo’s David in Florence. A scenic drive along the Mediterranean takes you to Pisa to see its Leaning Tower, then to Nice on the French Riviera. From here, an included visit takes you to the famous artist town of St. Paul de Vence. A thrilling ride on the high-speed TGV train delivers you to Paris, where you ascend to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant, and have plenty of free time to immerse yourself in the splendid “City of Light.” Continues by Eurostar train to London, and includes two nights and a city tour with Local Guide in London, featuring a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral and time to watch the Changing of the Guard (if held).

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Discover the best of these two colorful countries on this exciting vacation to the Spanish regions of Castile, La Mancha, Andalusia, Costa del Sol, and Oporto. Among the highlights: visit the walled city of Toledo and Granada’s royal Alhambra complex. Also experience sunny Malaga and its surrounding resort villages, the British-owned Rock of Gibraltar, spectacular Seville, enchanting Evora, delightful Lisbon, and the famed Fatima sanctuary. Stop in Oporto, rich in culture and history and known for its Port wine production; and Salamanca, Avila, and Segovia, precious jewels in the heart of Spain. Spend your last two nights in Madrid, with an included sightseeing tour of this dynamic capital city.

May 3 departure - Feria in Seville
Dec 14 departure - Christmas in Madrid

Canada’s national parks highlight this wonderful Canadian Rockies vacation. Begin your trip in Vancouver with a sightseeing tour of Vancouver’s major sights and time to explore on your own. Then, travel to the resort city of Kelowna for a winery tour and overnight. Journey through the Okanagan Valley to Canada’s Glacier National Park for panoramic vistas and to Yoho National Park with its Natural Bridge. Enter Alberta and Banff National Park, the scenic heart of the Canadian Rockies. In Banff, one of Canada’s favorite resorts, you have time to hike, fish, relax, and much more. Then it’s on to Jasper National Park. But first, stop in Lake Louise and travel north on Icefields Parkway to savor stunning views of alpine meadows, waterfalls, and glacier masses. Next: a highlight of your vacation—take a thrilling ride aboard an Ice Explorer, an all-terrain vehicle that travels on the Columbia Icefield, the largest expanse of ice in the Canadian Rockies. Then continue on to Jasper National Park, the largest national park in Canada, for two nights and an orientation tour in Jasper.

Head back into British Columbia via the base of 12,972-foot Mount Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy leisure time in Sun Peaks and the alpine resort of Whistler, host of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Then travel to the Pacific Coast, where you sail across the Strait of Georgia to Victoria for an orientation tour and two overnights. Enjoy free time to discover some of Victoria’s most popular attractions. After a visit to Butchart Gardens—with its 55 acres of floral displays—ferry through the Gulf Islands to Vancouver, where your Canadian Rockies vacation ends. Exploring the Canadian Rockies is truly an unforgettable vacation.

Experience British Columbia and Alberta on this fun-filled Canadian vacation. Start your trip in Vancouver with a city sightseeing tour before taking a ferry to Vancouver Island, where you make stops in Victoria, Chemainus, and Port Hardy. Your tour in Victoria includes world-famous Butchart Gardens, a floral extravagance with 55 acres. Cruise one of the world’s most beautiful ocean voyages on the Inside Passage to Prince Rupert. The breathtaking scenery includes towering mountains, roaring waterfalls, endless islands, and virgin rainforest. Watch for sea lions, eagles, and porpoises. In Prince Rupert, board Canada’s VIA Rail®’s Jasper to Prince Rupert train to Prince George. On this train journey, watch for soaring bald eagles, black bears, moose, and majestic mountains.

Leave British Columbia and cross the border into Alberta, where you overnight in both Jasper National Park and Banff National Park. Other fabulous highlights on this vacation include Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies; Columbia Icefield, where you take a thrilling ride in an all-terrain vehicle on Canada’s largest expanse of ice; Lake Louise; and Yoho National Park, one of Canada’s most popular recreational areas. Your vacation ends back in Vancouver. To see spectacular scenery by land, train, and boat, this vacation offers it all!

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; a one-day Metro ticket and discounts at the famous Galeries Lafayette and other leading department stores in Paris; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations

Take a voyage of discovery to the world's southernmost continent, Antarctica, a land of unparalleled beauty and natural history. From the comfort of your cruise ship, the MS Fram, observe dramatic icebergs and wildlife from the ship's expansive decks. Excursions and landings on the "White Continent" allow you to explore this rarely visited region from both land and sea. After disembarking from your cruise ship in Ushuaia, the "city at the end of the world" and the gateway to Antarctica, you'll also explore the culture and history of Santiago, Chile.

This grand vacation travels through northeastern parts of the U.S. and Canada. Begin your trip in New York City with an exciting sightseeing tour. Then travel north to Boston, a city known for its colonial history, for a guided tour and time to discover the city on your own. Travel north through New Hampshire’s beautiful mountains and scenery on your way to Québec, a French-Canadian province. Enjoy a guided tour of Québec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved cities in North America. In this historic walled town, perhaps dine in one of the French restaurants.

Turn south toward cosmopolitan Montréal, a city which blends historic architecture with modern skyscrapers, and enjoy an included sightseeing tour. Be sure to study up on your French, as it is one of the world’s largest French-speaking cities. Then drive west to the capital of Canada—Ottawa—for a city sightseeing tour and free time to explore. Visit St. Lawrence Islands National Park with an included scenic cruise on the river.

Next is cosmopolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city and Ontario’s capital. See major landmarks such as the CN Tower and SkyDome Stadium on a city tour. From Toronto, travel to Niagara Falls and board the Maid of the Mist for up-close views of thundering Niagara Falls. Toward the end of your journey, leave Canada and travel through the Appalachian Mountains into Pennsylvania Dutch Country to learn about the faith, culture, and way of life of the Amish and Mennonites in Lancaster County. Then visit the capital of the U.S., Washington DC, and spend two nights getting to know this fascinating city. Your guided tour of Washington DC includes some of the city’s main highlights. Finally, stop in Philadelphia, a city of historic significance, for an orientation tour on your way back to New York City, where your vacation ends.

This exciting vacation lets you sample the natural wonders of Ecuador, including the Galápagos Islands and the Amazon Jungle. From Quito, fly to Coca and travel by canoe to your Amazon lodge for a 3-night stay that include a rainforest canopy walk, a guided night tour, a cruise through the flooded forest, and visit of Kapok Tree Tower. Return to Quito for guided sightseeing, have your photo taken at the “Center of the World,” and spend time at leisure in Guayaquil. Fly over the Pacific to San Cristobal Island, where you’ll embark on an exciting 4-day cruise among various Galápagos Islands. Then, spend two nights on Santa Cruz Island at the Finch Bay Hotel, where an expert Naturalist introduces you to indigenous plant and animal species found only in the Galápagos. Also visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and choose from a menu of à la carte activities—a remarkable adventure!

This vacation consists almost entirely of 2-night stays in a variety of famous cities and picturesque towns. In Amsterdam, enjoy guided sightseeing and a canal cruise. Cruise the Rhine River and stop in Cologne, Heidelberg, medieval Rothenburg, and Munich. Stay two nights in the Passion Play village of Oberammergau and visit King Ludwig’s fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle. Drive through the Alps via Innsbruck to Venice, where sightseeing includes St. Mark’s Basilica and Doges’ Palace with its Bridge of Sighs. Entering Switzerland, stop in Italian-speaking Lugano before arriving in German-speaking Lucerne to roam through its medieval streets. Next up: Montreux, of festival fame, for an overnight stay. Board the high-speed TGV train in Lausanne and travel to Paris, where guided sightseeing features a visit to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Continues by Eurostar train to London and includes two nights and guided city sightseeing that features a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral and time to watch the Changing of the Guard (if held).

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Join us on an unparalleled journey through England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. From the glitz and glamour of London to the charm of Killarney, you'll relive the magic and merriment of the middle ages on this great adventure. Your 2-night stay in London includes a sightseeing tour viewing its famous landmarks, including Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the Tower of London with time to explore on your own. Experience the grandeur of Salisbury Cathedral before marveling at the mysterious rock formations of Stonehenge. A visit to Bath and its Roman Baths Museum is where you’ll see 1st century spas. Then it's on to Wales and its capital Cardiff before boarding your ferry for a delightful cruise to Ireland. Here you'll have the opportunity to kiss the Blarney Stone; witness stunning vistas along the Ring of Kerry; visit a dairy farm; and enjoy a guided tour to the Rock of Cashel. Other highlights in Ireland include tours of the Waterford Crystal Factory, dinner at an Irish cabaret, and a tour of the "Fair City" of Dublin. A ferry ride across the Irish Sea brings you back to Wales where you'll see beautiful Caernarfon Castle, where Charles was crowned Prince of Wales, before traveling north to England's scenic Lake District. Crossing into Scotland and its capital Edinburgh, you'll tour the famous Edinburgh Castle, home of the Scottish crown jewels, and enjoy a traditional Scottish dinner with entertainment. This tour concludes with a visit to the city of York, where you'll enjoy a walking tour through its quaint streets before venturing onto Stratford-upon-Avon, the home of William Shakespeare.

Step back in history as you explore Vietnam and Cambodia on this amazing vacation. Discover the ancient ruins of Angkor, visit some of Vietnam’s historical treasures, behold spectacular scenery, and learn about different cultures. This is a journey like no other!

As a hub of culture, cuisine, and curiosities, Vietnam paints an exotic picture of Southeast Asian life. Vietnam has a long history and on this tour, you’ll learn more about its history and see some of the historical sights. Visit One Pillar Pagoda, a Buddhist temple built in 1049, and hear about the dream that led Emperor Ly Thai Tong to build the temple. Also, visit sights from the Vietnam War, including the Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels used by the Viet Cong, and China Beach, the landing point for U.S. soldiers during the war.

A highlight of this tour is a visit to the temples at Angkor in Cambodia. These ancient temples, built between the 9th and 13th centuries, are unmatched among ancient ruins anywhere in the world. See many of the temples, including spectacular Angkor Wat, built in the 12th century and honoring the Hindu god Vishnu. Words and photos simply cannot describe these amazing structures. They must be visited in person! Be prepared to be even more amazed as you watch the sunset at Angkor Wat—one of the most incredible experiences in the world!

Sightseeing is just part of this tour. You’ll also get a chance to experience cultural performances, shop for local goods, and explore the cuisine. So pack your camera and get ready for a trip sure to delight all your senses.

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?


We never allow more than 20 travelers on our Small-Group Discovery vacations, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the destination and local culture.

This is the ideal vacation to explore France. Enjoy 2-night stays in Paris, Tours, and Nice. Start with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in Paris, and also visit Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower. Next up: Rouen, Caen, the Normandy landing beaches, Bayeux with Queen Mathilda’s tapestry, Mont St. Michel, and the Loire Valley to visit the castles of Chambord and Chenonceaux. Stop in picturesque St. Emilion for a wine tasting before continuing to Bordeaux. Travel via the medieval walled town of Carcassonne to Nîmes for an overnight, then on via the famous Pont du Gard and Avignon to Nice. Enjoy an entire day at leisure on the Côte d’Azur. The next morning, drive through the film festival town of Cannes and along the famous Route Napoleon through the French Alps to Grenoble. Continue to Lyon for a panoramic view from Fourviere Hill, enter Burgundy, and stay overnight in pretty Dijon. From here, ride the high-speed TGV to Paris, where there is time for an optional visit to the Louvre Museum.

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Discover China’s ancient history and fascinating culture on this delightful China river cruise. Sightseeing with a Local Guide shows you the highlights in Beijing, Xi’an, and Shanghai, with inside visits that include the Forbidden City, Imperial Palace, Great Wall, Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs, the Terracotta Warriors, Dayan Pagoda, the Bund, the Yu Yuan Gardens, and the Children’s Palace. Attend an acrobatic show or visit the Ghost City Temple, and participate in a calligraphy class, lacquer and cloisonné workshops, and a noodle-making demonstration. You’ll also tour the ancient Hutongs by rickshaw, enjoy a performance of the Peking Opera, “The Tang Dynasty” dinner show, and an authentic Peking Duck dinner, and will tour a silk factory. On your 3-night river cruise along the majestic Yangtze, see the impressive Three Gorges Dam site. Fly to Hong Kong for three overnights that include a cable car ride up Victoria Peak for panoramic views. Drive by Repulse Bay, a popular beach area, then to the Aberdeen fishing village for a sampan ride on the harbor.

Highlights include Old Delhi, New Delhi, Rajasthan, Jain Temple, Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, Game Drives, Taj Mahal, Mother Teresa's Charity Home, Khajuraho and more.|

This is our most comprehensive Scotland vacation! After an overnight in Glasgow, head south to the Lowlands to see poet Robert Burns’ birthplace in Alloway and Gretna Green. Cross into England for a guided visit of 11th-century Carlisle Castle and to see a section of Hadrian’s Wall. Back in Scotland, see the house of Mary, Queen of Scots, the Jedburgh Abbey ruins, Sir Walter Scott’s Abbotsford House, and spend two nights in the Scottish capital of Edinburgh, with visits to its castle and Holyrood Palace. Heading north, stop at St. Andrews, home of golf, and Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Games. In the Scottish Highlands, drive through the Grampian Mountains, visit a whisky distillery, and the Highland capital of Inverness. An included excursion takes in Culloden Moor and Cawdor Castle, setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Also visit majestic Dunrobin Castle before boarding a ferry for the Orkney Islands. Here, a Local Guide shows you the unique sites, including a 5,000-year-old Neolithic village and the Ring of Brodgar, the area’s own Stonehenge. Stunning scenery delivers you to the isles of Skye and Mull for 2-night stays on each. Return to Glasgow for the completion of your vacation.

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Special Departures:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for August 6, 13, and 20 vacations.

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

This vacation offers the essential sights and unique culture of the land "Down Under," Australia, and the spectacular natural beauty of New Zealand's South Island all at an enjoyable pace. Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef provide fascinating introductions to the Aboriginal lifestyle and a world of colorful sea life unique to the area. Learn to throw a boomerang or play a didgeridoo, a traditional instrument. From your base on Green Island, there are many ways to enjoy the reef – you can scuba, snorkel or enjoy a glass bottom boat ride. Sydney will delight you with its friendly manner and sites like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge for which Australia is famous. New Zealand…land of breathtaking terrain and stunning natural beauty offers much to see and do. Check out the strong historical and architectural reminders of a colonial past in the cities of Queenstown and Christchurch. Visit Mt. Cook, New Zealand's most famous national park. Highlights are many, including a tour of the countryside from the rugged grandeur of the Hollyford Valley, a cruise on picture-perfect Milford Sound, and a gondola ride to dinner overlooking Lake Wakatipu and the mountains. Dine with a "Kiwi" family and take with you a wonderful memory of New Zealand…a place like no other.

This vacation is perfect for those who wish to experience all the excitement and energy of Spain. You’ll visit Spain’s most popular cities, including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Vitoria, Pamplona, Toledo, and Seville. You’ll have time to relax on the Costa del Sol, where you can sample traditional Spanish cuisine, walk on the sandy beaches, and browse the trendy boutiques. You’ll also visit the Rock of Gibraltar, in British hands since 1704.

History fans will enjoy seeing the Alcazar in Seville, founded in the 11th century as a Moorish fortress, and the Alhambra Complex in Granada. The Alhambra was a palace, citadel, and fortress for the Nasrid sultans and their servants, elite soldiers, and high officials from the 13th to 14th centuries. Fans of art and architecture will delight in seeing the Prado Museum in Madrid, with its 8,000 pieces of Western painting, and the Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s masterpiece in Barcelona.

History, art, architecture, beaches, Spanish food, and time for shopping—what more could you ask for in a vacation to Spain?

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For a once-in-a-lifetime safari adventure, there is no better place for scenic beauty and abundant wildlife than the African country of Kenya. Upon arriving in Nairobi, Kenya's cosmopolitan capital and the country's safari gateway, you will visit the farmhouse of Karen Blixen, author of "Out of Africa." During your 2-night stay in Amboseli National Park, you'll enjoy luxurious accommodations and two game drives. At your hotel in the Aberdare National Forest, located in the central highlands of Kenya, watch as animals come to drink at a watering hole located below your lodge. Your next stop is the world-famous Mt. Kenya Safari Club, former hunting lodge and retreat of William Holden, and your home for two nights. A full day excursion in the Sweetwaters Private Sanctuary provides the opportunity to see and observe chimps in an area similar to their natural living environment. Next, enjoy a leisurely drive to Subukia on the edge of the Great Rift Valley where you'll tour a delightful tea estate and enjoy lunch and fresh farm tea. An evening game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park is where you might see rhinos, leopards and flamingos. Finally, the highlight of this and every program in East Africa is the Masai Mara Game Reserve, with Kenya's richest concentration of lion, zebra, buffalo, giraffe, cheetah and more. Your two-night stay here includes a visit to a Masai village, two game drives, and a traditional bush dinner.

This exciting river cruise vacation has it all! Begin in Amsterdam with a cruise through the city’s enchanting canals. Then, head north to explore the unique harbor town of Volendam, Edam with its world-famous cheeses, and Arnhem, where you can choose between guided sightseeing and a visit of the WWII Airborne Museum Hartenstein. Enjoy guided sightseeing in Cologne and Strasbourg, see the Deutsches Eck at Koblenz, the Roman ruins at Trier, Reichsburg Castle above charming Cochem, and the unique Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim. Also, visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz, sail past the legendary Lorelei rock and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, sample the area’s celebrated wines in Bernkastel, and enjoy excursions to majestic Heidelberg and to Germany’s legendary Black Forest.

This in-depth vacation is ideal for those who wish to see Turkey’s many famous attractions. Your Istanbul stay includes visits to the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Seraglio, and the Grand Bazaar. Cross the Bosporus into Asia Minor and continue to Bursa, the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, where guided sightseeing includes the Green Ottoman Complex and the Great Mosque. Via Gordion, where Alexander the Great cut the proverbial knot and opened the way to Asia, continue to Earth Tumulus. In Ankara, capital of the Turkish Republic since 1923, visit the Mausoleum of Atatürk and the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Explore the exotic Caravansary of Agcikarahan. In Cappadocia, visits to the early Christians’ rock chapels and the underground city of Oykonak are included. Also visit the fascinating archaeological site of Hierapolis in Pamukkale. Discover the fascinating history of Ephesus, Troy, and the World War I Cemetery on your way back to Istanbul.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Experience the best of the West on this grand adventure. Begin your trip with a sightseeing tour in Los Angeles before crossing the Mohave Desert to Lake Havasu, a water sports paradise. On to the natural wonders of the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Bryce Canyon National Park, and Zion National Park. First stop is Grand Canyon National Park, where you can enjoy a majestic sunset and be awed by the spectacular scenery. Continue to Lake Powell and enjoy an afternoon cruise and leisure time to relax in this beautiful setting. In Lake Powell, join an optional float trip on the Colorado River, take an optional flightseeing trip over the lake, or pursue your favorite activities. Then head for Bryce Canyon National Park, where years of erosion have carved colorful sandstone into thousands of spires, arches, and mazes, and Zion National Park, a spectacle of massive stone formations.

Leave Zion National Park and head to Las Vegas for an orientation tour and plenty of leisure time to enjoy the activities offered in Las Vegas. Then journey across Nevada’s desert landscape to Fresno and Yosemite National Park. In Yosemite National Park, descend to the valley floor to see its wonderland of lakes, mountains, and waterfalls. Next up: California wine country and a guided sightseeing tour in San Francisco. In your free time, be sure to ride one of the historic cable cars! A farewell dinner in San Francisco is the perfect way to end your Western Explorer vacation.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

From London to Paris via Belgium, Luxemburg, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Italy, discover many of Europe’s historical sites, architectural wonders, and its regional cuisine. In Rome, visit the Roman Forum, dating back to the 7th century BC, and the Colosseum, completed in the 1st century AD. In Lucerne, see the Chapel Bridge, built in 1333 as part of the city’s fortifications and now the oldest preserved wooden bridge in Europe. Or how about the medieval houses and Golden Roof in Innsbruck, built around 1500 for Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I? Also visit Florence, known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world and often referred to as the art capital of Italy. A highlight of Florence is the magnificent east door of the Baptistery of St. John, with the gilded bronze doors depicting scenes from the Old Testament. The doors got their nickname—Gates of Paradise—from the great artist, Michelangelo, who said the 12 bronze reliefs were “so fine that they would grace the entrance of paradise.” Of course, no traveler to Europe should miss the distinct architecture of Paris, and you’ll have plenty of time to explore Paris’ famous architectural sights. From London and Paris to Venice and the French Riviera, this affordable tour offers something for everyone.

Dec 18 departure - Christmas in Rome

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Savor the diversity and enchantment of the great cities of the Northeast and Canada on this enticing vacation, featuring a boat cruise and visits to the most important monuments. Begin your trip in exciting Boston, where your sightseeing tour focuses on historic sites such as the Old North Church and the Old State House. There's also leisure time to browse through Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market. Then it's on to romantic Québec City, Canada's only walled city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your Québec City tour with a Local Guide features the Place d'Armes, the ancient Palace Royale, and the Plains of Abraham. Next, continue to Montréal, Canada’s second-largest city, for a sightseeing tour, a visit to Notre Dame Basilica, and an afternoon at leisure.

Drive west to beautiful Ottawa, Canada’s capital, where you see the Canadian Mint, Parliament Hill, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stables, and other famous sites on your guided tour. Next is the cosmopolitan city of Toronto, Canada’s largest city, for a sightseeing tour and free time. See magnificent Niagara Falls on a Maid of the Mist cruise before returning to the U.S. to visit Lancaster, Pennsylvania, home of the religious Amish and Mennonite communities. Enjoy a traditional Amish feast and learn about the Amish faith, culture, and way of life. Next, travel to Washington DC, where your tour features Washington DC’s famous monuments and government buildings. Your vacation ends in New York City with two overnights, a tour of the city, and plenty of time to explore the city on your own.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Fall Foliage:
Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the Eastern U.S. and Canada on our special Fall Foliage departures: Sep. 12– Oct.12 (if Mother Nature permits).

This is the ideal trip for those who prefer an in-depth Western Europe experience. Begin in London with two overnights and guided sightseeing that visits St. Paul’s Cathedral and includes time to see the Changing of the Guard (if held). Enjoy a fast Eurostar train ride from London to Paris, where you’ll ride to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower and will enjoy a special welcome dinner with wine at a fine Parisian restaurant. Spend two nights in Lucerne and admire the Swiss Alps. Stop in the Principality of Liechtenstein and in Innsbruck, Austria, then spend two nights in Munich, Germany, where guided sightseeing shows off the Olympic Stadium, Nymphenburg Palace, Marienplatz, and more. Take a walking tour through medieval Rothenburg, and in Rhineland, enjoy a Rhine cruise and a Riesling wine tasting. Via Cologne, arrive in Amsterdam, Holland, where an included canal cruise and visit of a major diamond center complete this exciting journey! Continues to Brussels, Belgium, for an orientation that includes the Grand’Place, then travels via Eurostar train to London for two nights and guided sightseeing that features a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral and time to watch the Changing of the Guard (if held).

No one brings the world’s stories to life like we do. What story will you discover next?

Experience Europe’s major highlights on this extraordinary vacation. Begin in London with two overnights and free time to make your own discoveries. Cross the Channel and travel by motorcoach to Amsterdam for a guided sightseeing tour and canal cruise. Journey through the German Rhineland, passing castles and vineyards, with an optional Rhine River cruise. Drive through the Tyrolean Alps from Innsbruck on the way to the floating city of Venice, then to Assisi, St. Francis’ town in the Apennine hills. Spend two nights in the “Eternal City” of Rome, visiting archaeological jewels such as the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Next up: Tuscany with a visit of Florence, the “Cradle of the Renaissance,” and a walking tour that features the Duomo and Piazza Signoria. On to Pisa with its famous Leaning Tower, then discover the Swiss subtropical town of Lugano, and Lucerne with its medieval wooden bridge and surrounding mountains. Stop in Interlaken and Gruyère before reaching Lausanne on Lake Geneva, then drink in the beauty of the French vineyards in Burgundian Beaune. Your adventure concludes in fabulous Paris, with three overnights and included guided sightseeing.

April 20 departure - Easter Week
Dec 13 departure - Christmas in Paris

The perfect vacation when you want to experience traditional Europe. All major cities include guided sightseeing. Also included are a canal cruise in Amsterdam and visits to St. Paul’s in London, St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and the Roman Forum in Rome, and Michelangelo’s David in Florence. Enjoy a high-speed Eurostar train ride between London and Brussels and a high-speed TGV train ride from Nice to Paris. Other features are a romantic Rhine cruise, a private boat transfer in Venice, scenic drives through the Black Forest, the Swiss and Tyrolean Alps, Brenner Pass, and more. An overnight stay at the Côte d’Azur gives you the opportunity to visit Monte Carlo. In Paris, guided sightseeing features a bird’s-eye view of the city from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.

No one brings the world’s stories to life like we do. What story will you discover next?

Journey through the lands of kings, queens, and leprechauns! Begin in London with two overnights and guided sightseeing that features Parliament, Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and visits to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard, if held. Depart the city to admire the breathtaking gardens at Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace, then venture on to prehistoric Stonehenge, picturesque Salisbury, and the Roman excavations at Bath. Cross into Wales and spend the night in Newport, then to the Welsh capital of Cardiff before ferrying across the Irish Sea to the Emerald Isle. Highlights are a guided visit of the newly opened House of Waterford Crystal, Blarney, the resort town of Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Limerick, the Irish National Stud in Kildare, and an orientation drive in Dublin that includes St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College. Return across the Irish Sea and through scenic North Wales into England’s Lake District. Enjoy a cruise on Lake Windermere before heading to the Scottish Lowlands and Edinburgh for visits to Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. On your way back to England, visit the Duke and Duchess of Roxburghe’s Floors Castle, and see the abbey ruins at Jedburgh and a section of Hadrian’s Wall. Stop to admire the impressive gothic York Minster, explore Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, and visit beautiful Blenheim Palace before returning to London for the end of your adventure.

No one brings the world’s stories to life like we do. What story will you discover next?

Special Departures:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for July 26 through August 16 vacations.

Cruise four of Europe's most important waterways: the Rhine, Moselle, Main and Danube and unpack just once on a relaxing 14-night cruise through five European countries. Explore historic medieval port cities; delight in old world traditions, savor local Bavarian foods and other regional specialties, gypsy music, lavish palaces and ancient castle ruins. Your adventure begins in Amsterdam, the capital city of the Netherlands, and where you'll board ship on the ms Amadeus Princess whose amenities include a panoramic deck, fitness center, 81 spacious cabins with large windows and terrace cafe. This brand new ship offers excellent cuisine and outstanding service. Join a local expert in Amsterdam, the 700-year-old capital of the Netherlands and marvel at its Golden Age architecture including 500 bridges, intricate canal system and 17th century homes and churches. Cruise the scenic Rhine to Cologne and take a guided tour of one of Germany's oldest cities. Continue to Koblenz, where the Rhine meets the Moselle River; see the legendary Lorelei Rock; and end in Rudesheim, where you can explore the Drosselgasse, renowned for its dance halls and bands. In Würzburg, rebuilt after World War II, see the magnificent Bishops' Residence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cruise the famous Franconian wine region, the Main-Danube canal and enjoy a guided tour of the winding cobblestone streets, 18th century mansions and 11th century cathedral in Bamberg, founded in 902. In medieval Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city and site of the 1946 World War II War Crimes Tribunal, see its 900 year-old-ramparts and Imperial Castle. In Melk, see the magnificent, 900-year Benedictine Abbey of Melk, one of Europe's largest Baroque monasteries and join a local expert exploring Vienna's Imperial architecture including the lavish Hofburg Palace and the impressive Vienna Opera House. Your final stop is Hungary's famous capital city of Budapest, where you'll enjoy a city tour and a farewell dinner accompanied by Gypsy music.

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales—experience them all on this comprehensive vacation. Your adventure begins with a full day to enjoy exciting optional tours in London before heading out to Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace. In Oxford, a walking tour takes in the colleges where Britain’s elite receive their education, then experience the exquisite Cotswolds, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, and Lady Godiva’s Coventry. Continue to York, England’s most complete medieval city, for a walking tour. See a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes, and enter Scotland for two overnights in regal Edinburgh. Here, your sightseeing tour with a Local Guide includes a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Travel south through the Lowlands to Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. Continue through the Lake District, considered the finest of England’s national parks, visiting Wordsworth’s charming Grasmere and beautiful Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake. Enjoy a walking tour of 2,000-year-old Chester and drive into Wales through breathtaking Snowdonia National Park, Betws-y-Coed, and Llanberis Pass to the Isle of Anglesey. At Holyhead, board a ferry for Dublin, Ireland’s capital, where an orientation drive shows you the main attractions. Head west and via Galway to the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Take a break in Adare, known for its remarkable thatched cottages, then enjoy breathtaking views on your drive along the spectacular “Ring of Kerry.” After an overnight in the popular resort of Killarney, motor to Blarney, famous for its castle and “Blarney Stone.” Leave Ireland and take the ferry back to Wales for an orientation drive of Cardiff, the capital of Wales. Then, return to England and stop in the Georgian city of Bath, famous for its Roman relics. Continue to enigmatic Stonehenge and majestic Salisbury. Your tour ends back in London with free time—a memorable trip!

Special Departure:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for July 31 through Aug 21 departures.

This trip will give you an in-depth insight into European history and culture. Beginning with the Romans and continuing via the Renaissance to the Hapsburg dynasty, you will move on through the 20th century right up to the present day. En-route you will experience the essence of European lifestyle with its architecture, shopping, street cafes, beer cellars and restaurants.

From London to Paris via Belgium, Luxemburg, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, and Italy, discover many of Europe’s historical sites, architectural wonders, and its regional cuisine. In Rome, visit the Roman Forum, dating back to the 7th century BC, and the Colosseum, completed in the 1st century AD. In Lucerne, see the Chapel Bridge, built in 1333 as part of the city’s fortifications and now the oldest preserved wooden bridge in Europe. Or how about the medieval houses and Golden Roof in Innsbruck, built around 1500 for Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I? Also visit Florence, known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world and often referred to as the art capital of Italy. A highlight of Florence is the magnificent east door of the Baptistery of St. John, with the gilded bronze doors depicting scenes from the Old Testament. The doors got their nickname—Gates of Paradise—from the great artist, Michelangelo, who said the 12 bronze reliefs were “so fine that they would grace the entrance of paradise.” Of course, no traveler to Europe should miss the distinct architecture of Paris, and you’ll have plenty of time to explore Paris’ famous architectural sights. Return to London for a final overnight and free time to explore on your own. From London and Paris to Venice and the French Riviera, this affordable tour offers something for everyone.

Dec 18 departure - Christmas in Rome

This is the best way to see of the highlights of Europe in two weeks! Start with a special welcome dinner with wine at a fine Parisian restaurant. Enjoy two-night stays in Paris, Rome, Venice, and Amsterdam, as well as guided sightseeing that includes the major sights, like the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, Michelangelo’s David in Florence, Rome’s Colosseum and Sistine Chapel, and St. Mark’s Basilica and Doges’ Palace in Venice. In Florence, a special dinner at a local restaurant is included. Also enjoy an overnight stay in Lugano, a private boat ride in Venice, a cruise down the Rhine, and a canal cruise in Amsterdam, as well as stops in Ferrara, Innsbruck, Austria, medieval Rothenburg in Germany, and an overnight in Munich. Continues to Brussels, Belgium, for an orientation that includes the Grand’Place, then travels via Eurostar train to London for two nights and guided sightseeing that features a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral and time to watch the Changing of the Guard (if held).

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

This grand vacation travels through northeastern parts of the U.S. and Canada. Begin your trip in New York City with an exciting sightseeing tour. Then travel north to Boston, a city known for its colonial history, for a guided tour and time to discover the city on your own. Travel north through New Hampshire’s beautiful mountains and scenery on your way to Québec, a French-Canadian province. Enjoy a guided tour of Québec City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved cities in North America. In this historic walled town, perhaps dine in one of the French restaurants.

Turn south toward cosmopolitan Montréal, a city which blends historic architecture with modern skyscrapers, and enjoy an included sightseeing tour. Be sure to study up on your French, as it is one of the world’s largest French-speaking cities. Then drive west to the capital of Canada—Ottawa—for a city sightseeing tour and free time to explore. Visit St. Lawrence Islands National Park with an included scenic cruise on the river.

Next is cosmopolitan Toronto, Canada’s largest city and Ontario’s capital. See major landmarks such as the CN Tower and SkyDome Stadium on a city tour. From Toronto, travel to Niagara Falls and board the Maid of the Mist for up-close views of thundering Niagara Falls. Toward the end of your journey, leave Canada and travel through the Appalachian Mountains into Pennsylvania Dutch Country to learn about the faith, culture, and way of life of the Amish and Mennonites in Lancaster County. Then visit the capital of the U.S., Washington DC, and spend two nights getting to know this fascinating city. Your guided tour of Washington DC includes some of the city’s main highlights. Finally, on your way back to New York City, stop in Philadelphia, a city of historic significance, for an orientation tour. Spend two nights exploring New York City—a fantastic way to end your vacation through northeastern U.S. and Canada.

Experience Europe’s major highlights on this extraordinary vacation. Begin in London with two overnights and free time to make your own discoveries. Cross the Channel and travel by motorcoach to Amsterdam for a guided sightseeing tour and canal cruise. Journey through the German Rhineland, passing castles and vineyards, with an optional Rhine River cruise. Drive through the Tyrolean Alps from Innsbruck on the way to the floating city of Venice, then to Assisi, St. Francis’ town in the Apennine hills. Spend two nights in the “Eternal City” of Rome, visiting archaeological jewels such as the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Next up: Tuscany with a visit of Florence, the “Cradle of the Renaissance,” and a walking tour that features the Duomo and Piazza Signoria. On to Pisa with its famous Leaning Tower, then discover the Swiss subtropical town of Lugano, and Lucerne with its medieval wooden bridge and surrounding mountains. Stop in Interlaken and Gruyère before reaching Lausanne on Lake Geneva, then drink in the beauty of the French vineyards in Burgundian Beaune. In fabulous Paris, enjoy three overnights and included guided sightseeing, then back to the Channel for your return ferry ride to England and transfer to London for the final night of your exciting vacation.

April 20 departure - Easter Week
Dec 13 departure - Christmas in Paris

The perfect vacation when you want to experience traditional Europe. All major cities include guided sightseeing. Also included are a canal cruise in Amsterdam and visits to St. Paul’s in London, St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and the Roman Forum in Rome, and Michelangelo’s David in Florence. Enjoy a high-speed Eurostar train ride between London and Brussels and a high-speed TGV train ride from Nice to Paris. Other features are a romantic Rhine cruise, a private boat transfer in Venice, scenic drives through the Black Forest, the Swiss and Tyrolean Alps, Brenner Pass, and more. An overnight stay at the Côte d’Azur gives you the opportunity to visit Monte Carlo. In Paris, guided sightseeing features a bird’s-eye view of the city from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Return to London by Eurostar train and stay one night in London.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Cover the heartland of Europe on this exciting multi-country adventure. Begin in London, then cross the Channel by ferry and board a motorcoach bound for Brussels. A comfortable ride on the German Autobahn takes you south into Bavaria with an overnight stop in the lovely Ulm area on the banks of the Danube. Cross through Tyrolean Austria over Brenner Pass to reach the magical Italian city of Venice with its canals and St. Mark’s Square. Visit Assisi to admire Giotto’s frescoes in St. Francis’ Basilica, then continue to Rome, where you’ll encounter iconic landmarks like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. On to Montecassino and to Pompeii to see ruins of the city destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Spend two nights in Sorrento, then sail to the jet-set island of Capri. On the way to Florence, stop in beautiful Orvieto to see its distinctive cathedral and beautiful surrounding countryside. Spend two nights in Renaissance Florence and see the city’s many highlights—like Piazza Signoria and the Duomo—on the included walking tour. Have your cameras ready at the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and visit the Piazza Maggiore in Bologna before crossing into Switzerland to beautiful Lake Lugano for an overnight. See more of Switzerland on the way to Lucerne, and spend two nights in Paris with guided sightseeing and free time to discover the “City of Light” on your own.

This fascinating adventure covers the central and eastern regions of Europe, focusing on the monumental architecture, history, and traditions of the former Prussian and Austro-Hungarian Empires. Begin with two overnights in London, then cross the Channel by ferry and join your motorcoach to Brussels, capital of Belgium. Pass through the Duchy of Luxembourg to enter Germany with a stop in ancient Trier. Overnight in Frankfurt and travel through Bavaria, visiting Nuremberg and Munich, and arriving in Mozart’s hometown of Salzburg. Next, an included sightseeing tour in Vienna shows off the State Opera, Hofburg Palace, Parliament, and St Stephen’s Cathedral. On to Hungary with a stop in historic Györ and two nights in Budapest, where you’ll admire the Parliament Building, the Royal Castle, Fishermen’s Bastion, and Mathias Coronation Church. Stop in the Slovakian capital of Bratislava, then encounter the brilliant gothic and baroque architecture in Prague, including the Charles Bridge and the Astronomical Clock. Back in Germany, visit Dresden, Berlin, and medieval Hamelin to hear the story of the Pied Piper. Continue to the Rhineland for the night, then back to the Channel for your return ferry ride to England and transfer to London for the final night of your exciting vacation.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; shopping discounts in Paris; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations; flight Paris-Budapest with transfers.

Full buffet breakfast (B); Local Host service in each city; Destination Guides; shopping discounts in Paris; headsets in Italy; entrance ticket to Marciana Library & Correr Museum in Venice; sightseeing with a Local Guide and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary; transfers to/from train stations; flight Paris–Venice with transfers.

Sample the unique cultures of South America on this thrilling vacation to Brazil, Argentina, and Chile, including stays in Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires, Bariloche, and Santiago.

On this tour, you’ll see some amazing scenery and natural wonders. Start with Iguassu Falls, located on the border of Brazil and Argentina. See the falls from both sides—with their thunderous roar, torrential downpour, and brilliant rainbows. Everywhere you look, there is water pouring down! Words cannot describe the sheer wonder of the falls!

But that’s not all…even more beauty awaits you in Bariloche, which boats some of Argentina’s most glorious scenery. Take a chairlift ride to a lookout point at Cerro Campanario, rated one of the top 10 viewing spots by National Geographic. Experience breathtaking panoramic views and breathe fresh mountain air. While in Bariloche, be sure to splurge and enjoy its famous chocolate.

In addition to beautiful scenery, you’ll also experience the vibrant cities—Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Santiago—and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour in each city. A highlight of any trip to Rio is the Christ the Redeemer statue, the 98-foot statue of Jesus that was elected a New Seven Wonders of the World. You’ll take a scenic cog railway to its top, where you can admire 360-degree views of the city. In Buenos Aires, stroll the streets of this friendly town and experience a Tango show—a passionate, sizzling dance. In Santiago, you’ll have an opportunity to take an optional excursion to Chile’s wine country.

From the lakes and mountains to the towns and cities, this vacation through South America is sure to leave you with plenty of stories, photos, and memories to last a lifetime.

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?

Explore the beauty of South America during this exhilarating vacation to Brazil, Argentina, and Chile plus the Amazon Jungle. Visit Rio de Janeiro, a vibrant, bustling city known for its beautiful beaches and beautiful people. The birthplace of Samba, Rio’s vitality comes alive as you experience its sights, sounds, and flavors. Perhaps visit the bar where “Girl from Ipanema” was composed.
Buenos Aires is regarded as the “Paris of South America” with its chic shopping, French architecture, outdoor cafés, legendary nightlife, and cosmopolitan cuisine. Buenos Aires is famous for its sensuous Tango dance, but did you know the Tango had a scurrilous birth in the 1890s when it was started in the impoverished bars and brothels of La Boca, the port area of Buenos Aires? Now a famous dance with its thrusting hip movements and intertwined limbs, it once shocked polite society in Europe. You’ll see a Tango show and learn more about this passionate dance on your Globus tour.

In Santiago, step back into the 16th century as you trace the city’s colonial history and heritage. Santiago sits with the snowcapped Andes Mountains as a backdrop, and it offers lovely cafes, shops, and attractions. You’ll have plenty of leisure time to explore the city.

Cities are not the only thing you’ll see on this vacation. You’ll also travel to Iguassu Falls, with its breathtaking falls that words cannot adequately describe. Then there’s the Amazon rainforest, where you’ll discover the lush vegetation and native wildlife of this amazing ecosystem. It’s an experience you’ll never forget!

From the friendly people and the fashionable shops to the historical monuments, exquisite restaurants, and stunning scenery, this vacation to South America is sure to delight.

No one brings the world’s stories to life like we do. What story will you discover next?

Spain, Portugal, and Morocco—three glorious countries rich in history and culture, and on this tour, you’ll experience them all! You’ll have overnights in Lisbon, Seville, Rabat, Marrakesh, Fez, Granada, and Madrid. Tour highlights include the Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon. A symbol of Portugal’s power during the Age of Discovery, King Manual I built it to thank the Virgin Mary for Portugal’s success in its voyages around the world.
Step back in time in Marrakesh as you wander through the Djemaa-el-Fna, a square and exotic bizarre offering some of the greatest open-air entertainment. Listen to the storytellers—an integral part of the culture—and browse for handicrafts. It’s not hard to imagine what it was like in the past, a time when caravans loaded their camels with food and goods to sell at the markets.

Visit Gibraltar, in British hands since 1704, and learn about its turbulent history. Spend time on the Costa del Sol, where you can relax and soak up the sun on the beach. Sample tapas and paella in Spain, and enjoy a wine tasting in Setubal, Portugal.

These are just a few of the many highlights offered on this spectacular vacation. You’ll be sure to arrive home with lots of photos and stories to treasure from this memorable vacation.

No one brings the world’s stories to life like we do. What story will you discover next?

Experience China in depth on this mesmerizing river cruise vacation. Visit world-famous historical sites in Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai, Guilin, and Hong Kong, including the Forbidden City, Great Wall, Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs, Terracotta Warriors, Yu Yuan Gardens, Reed Flute Cave, and Stanley Market. Attend special cloisonné and lacquer workshops, a noodle-making demonstration, a calligraphy class, and tour a silk factory and a tea farm. Enjoy a Peking Duck welcome dinner, as well as “The Tang Dynasty” dinner show and Peking Opera performances. Marvel at the Three Gorges Dam site on your magical 3-night Yangtze River cruise, and at the fascinating scenery on a Li River day cruise in Guilin. The one-of-a-kind port city of Hong Kong rounds out your journey with a cable car ride up Victoria Peak and a sampan ride on the harbor.

The unhurried pace and beauty of Ireland is blended with the delights of the English countryside and austere Scottish Highlands for a truly memorable tour.

This comprehensive vacation begins in London, then crosses the Channel by ferry and arrives in Brussels by motorcoach. Continue to Germany for a leisurely Rhine River cruise. Through Bavaria, visit Nuremberg on the way to the Czech capital of Prague, then into enchanting Bohemia and Moravia before reaching “waltzing” Vienna with its State Opera, Hofburg Palace, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Cross Austria and the Styrian Alps to Venice, where a canal boat ride takes you to St. Mark’s Square. Here you’ll also encounter the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace, and the Basilica. South to the “Eternal City” of Rome and to Renaissance Florence for highlights like Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, and the beautiful Duomo. Stop in subtropical Lugano and spend two nights in scenic Lake Lucerne. Your final two nights are in Paris, the “City of Light,” with guided sightseeing and free time to make your own discoveries.

April 14 departure - Easter in Rome
Dec 15 departure - Christmas in Rome

Fantastic treasures await on this cruise vacation of Peru and the Galápagos Islands. Enjoy a walking tour of Lima; guided sightseeing in Quito and Cuzco, former capital of the Inca Empire; and an excursion to Otavalo’s famous Indian market. Also visit ancient Puca Pucara, the Temple of Sacsayhuaman, the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo, and mystical Machu Picchu. Then, fly to Baltra Island for a fantastic 4-day Galápagos Islands cruise. In the company of a local Naturalist you’ll encounter indigenous plants and animals found only the Galápagos Islands and will even pay a visit to the world-famous Charles Darwin Research Station! Fly to Coca, where you’ll travel by canoe to your lodge in the Amazon Jungle. Spend three nights here and enjoy a rainforest canopy walk, guided night tour, cruise through the forest, and visit of Kapok Tree Tower.

Notes:
Maximum elevation on tour: 12,000 ft.

A feature filled tour encompassing the great cities of Europe - Vienna, Venice and Rome with more besides. Begin the adventure in Vienna and absorb the unique atmosphere and architecture. Enjoy a ride and incredible view on one of Europe's oldest ferris wheels, the Wiener Riesenrad. Visit Salzburg and see where the 'Sound of Music' was filmed. Watch the world drift by from a gondola in Venice and explore the Pantheon in Rome. This is a tour to indulge your senses and create wonderful memories!

Please note: You can also finish this tour in Paris >

Visiting five countries, this tour heads south from Paris across farmlands dotted with chateaux, through snow-capped Alps and glacial scenery, along the French Riviera: azure coastline set against palm-studded hills, and between rolling Tuscan hillsides to the majestic ruins of Rome. Sample fondue in Switzerland and pizzas in Italy. Visit historical Pompeii, the museums and picturesque bridges of Florence and the canals of Venice, before heading north to the baroque palaces of Austria's capital, Vienna.

Please refer to Tour Code EU5LFS for Oktoberfest Itinerary, Dates and Pricing.

Visiting six countries, this tour heads south from Paris across farmlands dotted with chateaux, through snow-capped Alps and glacial scenery, along the French Riviera: azure coastline set against palm-studded hills, and between rolling Tuscan hillsides to the majestic ruins of Rome. Sample fondue in Switzerland, pizzerias in Italy, and Blackforest Gateaux in Bavaria. Visit historical Pompeii, the museums and picturesque bridges of Florence and the canals of Venice, before heading north to the baroque palaces of Austria's capital, Vienna.

Cover the heartland of Europe on this exciting multi-country adventure. Begin in London, then cross the Channel by ferry and board a motorcoach bound for Brussels. A comfortable ride on the German Autobahn takes you south into Bavaria with an overnight stop in the lovely Ulm area on the banks of the Danube. Cross through Tyrolean Austria over Brenner Pass to reach the magical Italian city of Venice with its canals and St. Mark’s Square. Visit Assisi to admire Giotto’s frescoes in St. Francis’ Basilica, then continue to Rome, where you’ll encounter iconic landmarks like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. On to Montecassino and to Pompeii to see ruins of the city destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Spend two nights in Sorrento, then sail to the jet-set island of Capri. On the way to Florence, stop in beautiful Orvieto to see its distinctive cathedral and beautiful surrounding countryside. Spend two nights in Renaissance Florence and see the city’s many highlights—like Piazza Signoria and the Duomo—on the included walking tour. Have your cameras ready at the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and visit the Piazza Maggiore in Bologna before crossing into Switzerland to beautiful Lake Lugano for an overnight. See more of Switzerland on the way to Lucerne, and spend two nights in Paris with guided sightseeing and free time to discover the “City of Light” on your own. Back to the Channel for your return ferry ride to England and transfer to London for the final night of your exciting vacation.

Ancient ruins, magnificent scenery, vibrant dances, cosmopolitan cuisine, friendly people, and awe-inspiring sights—all this and more await you on this wonderful vacation to South America! If you want to see stunning beauty that can’t be found anywhere else in the world, this tour is for you. See Iguassu Falls on the border of Brazil and Argentina, and witness the amazing beauty created as the water plummets over the falls. You’ll hear a thunderous roar and view spectacular rainbows. For even more amazing scenery, you’ll visit the Amazon Jungle, where you’ll see the incredible lush vegetation and see firsthand the many species of wildlife that call this area home.

And that’s just a start…there’s also Machu Picchu. About 1000 people once lived there, in around 200 structures, but archaeologists still don’t know its true purpose. Regardless, the first glimpse of this city poised high above the jungle-covered ravines is one of the most majestic images in South America.

On this South America vacation, you’ll also get the chance to explore Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires at a more relaxed pace. Experience the varied restaurants, shops, and optional excursions offered in both cities. Dance the Tango in Buenos Aires; sip caipirinhas, a popular Brazilian cocktail, in Rio; and walk on Rio’s famous Copacabana and Ipanema Beaches. In Buenos Aires, see the Cemetery of the Recoleta, where Eva Peron is buried, and hear more about her life.

From the vibrant cities to the scenic beauty, this trip to South America will leave you with vacation memories to last a lifetime.

A good story starts with a good vacation. What story might you discover next?

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 3 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 3 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

This comprehensive vacation begins in London, then crosses the Channel by ferry and arrives in Brussels by motorcoach. Continue to Germany for a leisurely Rhine River cruise. Through Bavaria, visit Nuremberg on the way to the Czech capital of Prague, then into enchanting Bohemia and Moravia before reaching “waltzing” Vienna with its State Opera, Hofburg Palace, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Cross Austria and the Styrian Alps to Venice, where a canal boat ride takes you to St. Mark’s Square. Here you’ll also encounter the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace, and the Basilica. South to the “Eternal City” of Rome and to Renaissance Florence for highlights like Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, and the beautiful Duomo. Stop in subtropical Lugano, spend two nights in scenic Lake Lucerne, and two nights in Paris, the “City of Light,” with guided sightseeing and free time to make your own discoveries. Your vacation ends back in London with a final overnight and free time to explore on your own.

April 14 departure - Easter in Rome
Dec 15 departure - Christmas in Rome

This exciting river cruise vacation introduces you to the rich history and cultural treasures of China and Tibet. Begin your journey with three overnights in vibrant Hong Kong, including a cable car ride up Victoria Peak for panoramic views, a drive to Repulse Bay, and time in the Aberdeen fishing village for a sampan ride on the harbor. On to mainland China, where you’ll marvel at the Three Gorges Dam site on your delightful 4-night Yangtze River cruise, and experience world-famous sites in Shanghai, Xi’an, and Beijing, including the Bund, Yu Yuan Gardens, the Children’s Palace, Dayan Pagoda, Terracotta Warriors, Great Wall, Forbidden City, Imperial Palace, and Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs. High in the Himalayas, explore Lhasa, Tibet’s mystical capital, with visits to the Summer Palace, a local home and monastery, Potala Palace, and Jokhang Temple—a remarkable vacation!

Notes:

• This trip is for travelers who are fit. You will visit regions reaching almost 14,000 ft. in elevation.
• Accommodations in the Gobi Desert are in traditional Mongolian gers with private bathroom and shared shower facilities.

Uncover Europe's amazing scenery and rich architectural landscape on this unique tour which takes in the culture and diversity of Europe. Enjoy a scenic cruise of the Seine in Paris and the famous waterways of Amsterdam. Discover Berlin and it's iconic attractions. Walk the streets of Prague and experience it's amazing nightlife. Visit Hungary's capital Budapest and the romantically inspiring city of Vienna, listen to Opera or marvel at the majestic architecture of the Schonbrunn Palace. Travel through unspoilt countryside to Salzburg and onto Venice's highlights. Walk around St Mark's square, wonder at the Basilica, visit the Accedemia Art Museum and enjoy a meal watching gondolas sail by. This amazing tour finishes in Rome rounding off a truly enjoyable way to see Europe.

Experience the best of England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales on this in-depth exploration of the British Isles. Begin your vacation in London with a full day to enjoy the city on your own or to take optional tours, then visit enigmatic Stonehenge and majestic Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral. Drive through Dartmoor National Park and visit Widecombe-in-the-Moor, setting of The Hound of the Baskervilles, before arriving in Plymouth, starting point for the Pilgrims’ 1620 voyage. Hear about legendary King Arthur in Glastonbury and explore elegant Georgian Bath, famous for its Roman relics. Leave England, cross into Wales, and arrive in Cardiff, the capital of Wales, for an orientation drive. Ferry across St. George’s Channel to Ireland, stopping in Blarney, famous for the legendary “Blarney Stone,” and in the popular resort of Killarney. Along the scenic “Ring of Kerry” coastal route, see sparkling seascapes, mountains dotted with brightly colored farmhouses, winding lanes bordered with verdant vegetation, and spectacular views of the Lakes of Killarney. Savor splendid views from the shores of the Dingle Peninsula, and in Adare, take photographs of the lovely thatched cottages. Then, enjoy an orientation drive of Limerick. Spend the night in the market town of Ennis before heading west to the spectacular 668-foot Cliffs of Moher. Travel via Galway to Dublin, Ireland’s capital, where you see all the major sights. Cross the Irish Sea to Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey, then motor to 2,000-year-old Chester in England. Head north through the Lake District, often considered the finest of England’s national parks, and cross the border into Scotland. Spend the night in Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, before traveling into the Highlands. Follow the banks of mysterious Loch Ness on the way to Inverness. Cross Culloden Moor and stop at St. Andrews, founded in 1754 and home of golf. Spend two nights in regal Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, and visit mighty Edinburgh Castle on your guided tour. Continue south to see a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. Stop in York, England’s most complete medieval city, for a walking tour through its maze of quaint streets. Pass Robin Hood’s legendary Sherwood Forest, enjoy time in Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and then drive through the scenic Cotswolds on your way back to London, where your unforgettable vacation ends.

Special Departure:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for July 23 through Aug 13 departures.

This tour of Western Europe includes the must-see sights and is a Cosmos favorite. Begin in London with free time to see the major landmarks, then ferry across the Channel and board a motorcoach bound for Amsterdam. Travel along the banks of the legendary Rhine River to Germany and stop in Heidelberg before crossing into Switzerland. In Lucerne, marvel at the famous Lion Monument. Drive through the St. Gotthard Tunnel to the shores of Lake Lugano, and pause inVerona and see Juliet’s balcony. In Venice, enjoy a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and see the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace, and the Basilica. Visit Assisi and St. Francis’ Basilica, then head for Rome, the “Eternal City,” for a visit to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. South to the archaeological site of Pompeii, destroyed in 79 AD by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Enjoy two overnights on the Riviera, with a boat trip to the glamorous Isle of Capri. Travel north for time in Tuscany, Florence, and in Pisa to see the Leaning Tower. Finally, cross into France for a taste of Provence, continuing to the alpine town of Grenoble for an overnight. Stop in Burgundy’s Beaune on the way to Paris, the “City of Light” for two final overnights.

April 14 departure - Easter Week
Dec 16 departure - Christmas in Rome & New Year in Paris

A tour which introduces the major cities and highlights of Europe, encompassing spectacular scenery, art and culture along the way. After exploring Rome's crumbling ruins and significant buildings, wander Venice's convoluted streets and catch a gondola ride along the canals. Shop in Salzburg's medieval alley where Mozart was born then admire the scenery of the alpine peaks in Austria before we head towards the fabled spires of Prague. Discover the Red light district in Amsterdam the galleries and the bars tucked between endless waterways . Indulge yourself in under 3 weeks!

Please refer to Tour Code EU4LFS for Oktoberfest Itinerary, Dates and Pricing.

Please note: You can also finish this tour in Paris >

A tour which introduces the major cities and highlights of Europe, encompassing spectacular scenery, art, and culture along the way. After exploring Rome's crumbling ruins and significant buildings, wander Venice's convoluted streets and catch a gondola ride along the canals. Sample pork knuckles in Munich washed down with a local beer or two, recover by admiring the scenery of the Alpine peaks in Austria before we head towards the fabled spires of Prague. Discover the red light district in Amsterdam, the galleries and the bars tucked between ubiquitous waterways. Indulge yourself - all in under 3 weeks!

Please note: You can also finish this tour in Paris >

Step back in history as you explore Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand on this amazing vacation. Discover the ancient ruins of Angkor, visit some of Vietnam’s historical treasures, behold spectacular scenery, and learn about different cultures. This is a journey like no other!

Vietnam has a long history and on this tour, you’ll learn more about its history and see some of the historical sights. Visit One Pillar Pagoda, a Buddhist temple built in 1049, and hear about the dream that led Emperor Ly Thai Tong to build the temple. Also, visit sights from the Vietnam War, including the Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels used by the Viet Cong, and China Beach, the landing point for U.S. soldiers during the war.

A highlight of this tour is a visit to the temples at Angkor in Cambodia. These ancient temples, built between the 9th and 13th centuries, are unmatched among ancient ruins anywhere in the world. See many of the temples, including spectacular Angkor Wat, built in the 12th century and honoring the Hindu god Vishnu. Words and photos simply cannot describe these amazing structures. They must be visited in person! Be prepared to be even more amazed as you watch the sunset at Angkor Wat—one of the most incredible experiences in the world!

In Thailand, visit Wat Doi Suthep, which draws Buddhist pilgrims from all over the world. Also, discover great shopping and sumptuous cuisine. Perhaps sample khao soi—curry noodles—or get a Thai massage. So pack your camera, leave room in your suitcase for unique Asian purchases, and get ready for a trip sure to delight all your senses.

At Globus, we design our journeys around the stories that they will tell. What story will you discover next?


We never allow more than 20 travelers on our Small-Group Discovery vacations, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the destination and local culture.

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 4 lunches (L), 3 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of China and Tibet during this unforgettable vacation. See historic sights, gawk at the amazing beauty, sample authentic cuisine, purchase local souvenirs and crafts, and learn about different cultures on this fantastic tour.

Of course, no trip to China is complete without seeing the Great Wall of China, one of the most amazing sights in the world. You’ll have a chance to walk along a portion of the wall and be astonished as you think about how this structure was built so long ago! Also, see the Terracotta Warriors in Xi’an. These historical masterpieces have been guarding China’s first emperor’s tomb for over 2,000 years! In Lhasa, Tibet, a trip highlight is the Potala Palace, once the religious and political center of old Tibet and the former winter residence of the Dalai Lama. It now houses rare cultural relics, including valuable gifts from the Chinese emperors and other antiques. While in Tibet, you’ll also learn about the local culture.

In addition to historical treasures, this tour also offers you a chance to see stunning beauty. Visit the Stone Forest outside of Kunming. One of the most beautiful natural creations, the limestone pillars here are dotted with small lakes and waterfalls. Also visit Black Dragon Pool and see spectacular views of 18,464-foot Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.

Spend time shopping in the street markets in Hong Kong or purchase luxury goods in Shanghai. Whatever your taste and budget, you’ll be delighted by all the shopping opportunities in these cities. Whether you’re interested in food, shopping, historical sights, or spectacular scenery, this tour offers it all.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.


We never allow more than 20 travelers on our Small-Group Discovery vacations, allowing you to truly immerse yourself in the destination and local culture.

Highlights include Auckland, Bay of Islands, Ninety Mile Beach, Tongariro National Park, Wellington, Franz Josef Glacier Region, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mt. Cook, Christchurch and more.|

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 2 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Spain, Portugal, and Morocco—three glorious countries rich in history and culture, and on this tour, you’ll experience them all! You’ll have overnights in Lisbon, Seville, Rabat, Marrakesh, Fez, Granada, Madrid, and Barcelona. Tour highlights include the Jeronimos Monastery in Lisbon. A symbol of Portugal’s power during the Age of Discovery, King Manual I built it to thank the Virgin Mary for Portugal’s success in its voyages around the world. Another architectural wonder is the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Gaudi’s magnificent church started in 1882 and still not completed today.

Step back in time in Marrakesh as you wander through the Djemaa-el-Fna, a square and exotic bizarre offering some of the greatest open-air entertainment. Listen to the storytellers—an integral part of the culture—and browse for handicrafts. It’s not hard to imagine what it was like in the past, a time when caravans loaded their camels with food and goods to sell at the markets.

Visit Gibraltar, in British hands since 1704, and learn about its turbulent history. Spend time on the Costa del Sol, where you can relax and soak up the sun on the beach. Sample tapas and paella in Spain, and enjoy a wine tasting in Setubal, Portugal.

These are just a few of the many highlights offered on this spectacular vacation. You’ll be sure to arrive home with lots of photos and stories to treasure from this memorable vacation.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Create a lifetime of incredible memories traveling through the unforgettable Canadian Rockies! Begin your vacation in Vancouver with a tour that includes Chinatown and the famed totem poles of Stanley Park. Then, board the Rocky Mountaineer train and head for historic Kamloops, east to Shuswap Lake, and over the Continental Divide to breathtaking Banff National Park. This train ride through breathtaking scenery takes you back to a time when getting to your destination was part of the fun. Along the way, see wild rivers, majestic mountain ranges, and beautiful lakes.

Spend two nights in Banff at the internationally recognized Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, a chateau-style hotel developed into one of the top three getaways in North America. Tour the highlights of Banff with free time to enjoy your choice of activities. En route to Lake Louise, enjoy a side trip to one of the crown jewels of the Canadian Rockies—Moraine Lake and the Valley of the Ten Peaks, where ten mountain peaks soar 10,000 feet and surround the tranquil waters of the lake. In Lake Louise, stay at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, a world-famous resort built in 1890.

Travel on Icefields Parkway past towering peaks and hanging glaciers to Jasper National Park, Canada’s largest national park. View Peyto Lake and Athabasca Falls, and ride an Ice Explorer on the Athabasca Glacier. Drink in the scenery as you pass Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, then on to Sun Peaks and the mountain resort of Whistler. Ferry across to Victoria, spend two nights, and tour the city with a guided sightseeing tour.

Return via ferry to mainland Vancouver and board your Holland America cruise ship for a 7-night cruise through Alaska’s Inside Passage and Glacier Bay National Park. Watch for spouting whales, soaring eagles, barking seals, and other wildlife. Marvel at glaciers and witness the amazing spectacle of thunder and spray as tremendous slabs of ice break off and “calve” into the sea. Disembark in Vancouver, the perfect ending to an exciting Canadian Rockies and Alaska cruise vacation!

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This tour of Western Europe includes the must-see sights and is a Cosmos favorite. Begin in London with free time to see the major landmarks, then ferry across the Channel and board a motorcoach bound for Amsterdam. Travel along the banks of the legendary Rhine River to Germany and stop in Heidelberg before crossing into Switzerland. In Lucerne, marvel at the famous Lion Monument. Drive through the St. Gotthard Tunnel to the shores of Lake Lugano, and pause inVerona and see Juliet’s balcony. In Venice, enjoy a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and see the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace, and the Basilica. Visit Assisi and St. Francis’ Basilica, then head for Rome, the “Eternal City,” for a visit to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. South to the archaeological site of Pompeii, destroyed in 79 AD by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Enjoy two overnights on the Riviera, with a boat trip to the glamorous Isle of Capri. Travel north for time in Tuscany, Florence, and in Pisa to see the Leaning Tower. Finally, cross into France for a taste of Provence, continuing to the alpine town of Grenoble for an overnight. Stop in Burgundy’s Beaune on the way to Paris, the “City of Light.” Your vacation ends back in London with a final overnight and free time to explore on your own.

April 14 departure - Easter Week
Dec 16 departure - Christmas in Rome & New Year in Paris

See the best of China and Thailand on this mesmerizing vacation. Visit world-famous historical sites in Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai, Guilin, and Hong Kong, including the Forbidden City, Great Wall, Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs, Terracotta Warriors, Yu Yuan Gardens, Reed Flute Cave, and Stanley Market. Attend special cloisonné and lacquer workshops, a noodle-making demonstration, a calligraphy class, and tour a silk factory and a tea farm. Enjoy a Peking Duck welcome dinner, as well as “The Tang Dynasty” dinner show and Peking Opera performances. Marvel at the Three Gorges Dam site on your magical 3-night Yangtze River cruise, and at the fascinating scenery on a Li River day cruise in Guilin. On to the one-of-a-kind port city of Hong Kong, with a cable car ride up Victoria Peak and a sampan ride on the harbor. Then, fly to Bangkok for three overnights and sightseeing that features the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Keo, and the Temple of the Reclining Buddha.

New Zealand offers some of the most diverse and breathtaking terrain of a country its size. Here Nature's bounty has almost overdone it. From countless sandy beaches, to snow-capped peaks, to deeply cut fjords, to steaming geothermal springs, this two-island nation presents stunning photo opportunities every step of the way on your incredible 19-day journey.

The land "down under" comes alive as you savor the amazing contrasts of sophisticated cities with spectacular scenery and cultural wonders. Begin your tour in cosmopolitan Melbourne where you'll visit Fitzroy Gardens and the Parliament House. A special trip to Phillip Island is included where you'll witness hundreds of penguins waddle from the sea to their burrows in the dunes in what is dubbed the legendary Little Penguin Parade. A 3-day adventure in the rugged Outback will introduce you to the Aboriginal life and culture of Alice Springs. You'll view the mystical wonder of the huge monolith called Ayers Rock. From Cairns, you will enjoy an exhilarating catamaran ride to your Green Island base for views of the Great Barrier Reef's colorful coral and fish. Your stay in Sydney will provide a firsthand view of its legendary landmarks, including a performance at the famed Sydney Opera House. A fun-filled breakfast with the national icon, the kangaroo, and a visit to a wildlife park offer you an opportunity to meet some of Australia's famous wildlife. New Zealand's South Island promises some of the finest scenery in the world and a special dinner with a local Kiwi family. From the beautiful English city of Christchurch, you’ll explore the snow-capped peaks, river gorges and waterfalls of New Zealand’s Southern Alps and the Franz Josef Glacier region In Queenstown, enjoy a day of leisure to explore this charming village and a cruise on Milford Sound before taking off for massive Mt. Cook, New Zealand's well-known national park. Back in Christchurch, visit a working farm for a sheep shearing demonstration, and enjoy dinner and a presentation on the history of the city's first settlers at a restored mansion.

Spend time in some of Canada’s most scenic areas on this grand vacation to Canada’s national parks and mountain towns. Plus, enjoy a 7-night Alaska cruise. See spectacular scenery and spend time in Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Whistler, Sun Peaks, Victoria, Vancouver, and Kelowna. Take an Ice Explorer ride on the 1,000-foot-thick Columbia Icefield, and marvel at the spectacular scenery, including alpine meadows, waterfalls, and massive glaciers. Enjoy panoramic views of Banff from the Banff gondola, and enjoy dinner at a winery in Kelowna.

Marvel at the beauty of Lake Louise, whose green-blue waters form a perfect mirror reflection of Mount Victoria. Take a cruise on Maligne Lake, the largest lake and one of the most picturesque spots in the Canadian Rockies. Be sure to have your camera ready so you can capture photos of the beautiful lake and towering peaks.

Extend the fun by boarding a Holland America 7-night cruise ship bound for majestic Alaska. Explore the remote and rugged beauty of Alaska, and watch for spouting whales, soaring eagles, barking seals, and other wildlife. Marvel at glaciers and witness the amazing spectacle of thunder and spray as tremendous slabs of ice break off and “calve” into the sea. Soak in the local flavor of Juneau, Alaska’s capital, and see the world’s largest totem collection in Ketchikan.

This is just a sampling of the highlights offered on this tour. So let Globus handle the details while you sit back, relax, and enjoy the tranquil beauty, fun experiences, and sightseeing tours on this marvelous vacation.

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This breathtaking vacation crosses Canada using the scenic railroad. Your trip begins in Toronto with an orientation tour and excursion to Niagara Falls. Board the Maid of the Mist for a thrilling boat ride to view thundering Niagara Falls from the river level. Back in Toronto, board the Art Deco cars of VIA Rail’s The Canadian train for your 3-night rail journey through Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Watch the scenic countryside, lakes, and sun-dappled forests from your windows as you relax in first-class refurbished cars from the 1950s. Travel roughly parallel to the famed Yellowhead Route, Canada’s historic trail of westward expansion.

Disembark in Jasper and take in the beauty of Jasper National Park. Enjoy an excursion to Maligne Lake for a fully narrated cruise to Spirit Island, and travel through Jasper National Park on Icefields Parkway. Take a thrilling Ice Explorer ride on the 1,000-foot-deep Columbia Icefield.

On the way to Banff National Park, drink in the spectacular sights of Lake Louise with its green-blue waters forming a perfect mirror reflection of Mount Victoria. In Banff, visit Sulphur Mountain for a ride on the Banff gondola with panoramic views of Banff’s spectacular scenery. Next, catch a ferry to Victoria for a visit to Butchart Gardens and free time on your own.

Then board Holland America's MS Zuiderdam cruise ship for a 7-night amazing cruise through Alaska's stunning Inside Passage. Watch for soaring eagles, barking seals, and other wildlife. Marvel at glaciers and witness the amazing spectacle of thunder and spray as tremendous slabs of ice break off and “calve” into the sea. Soak in the local flavor of Juneau, Alaska’s capital, and see the world’s largest totem collection in Ketchikan. This is an excellent choice of vacation for those who want to experience the best of Canada via rail and see the majestic beauty of Alaska via an Inside Passage cruise.

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Sample the unique cultures of South America on this thrilling vacation to Brazil, Argentina, and Chile, including stays in Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires, Bariloche, and Santiago. Plus, enjoy time in the Amazon Jungle.

On this tour, you’ll see some amazing scenery and natural wonders. Imagine how you’ll feel when you see the Amazon with its abundance of wildlife and lush vegetation. On your guided jungle walk, you’ll get a chance to witness this amazing ecosystem. Or how about Iguassu Falls, located on the border of Brazil and Argentina? See the falls from both sides—with their thunderous roar, torrential downpour, and brilliant rainbows. Everywhere you look, there is water pouring down! Words cannot describe the sheer wonder of the falls!

But that’s not all…even more beauty awaits you in Bariloche, which boats some of Argentina’s most glorious scenery. Take a chairlift ride to a lookout point at Cerro Campanario, rated one of the top 10 viewing spots by National Geographic. Experience breathtaking panoramic views and breathe fresh mountain air. While in Bariloche, be sure to splurge and enjoy its famous chocolate.

In addition to beautiful scenery, you’ll also experience the vibrant cities—Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Santiago—and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour plus plenty of leisure time in each city. From the jungle, lakes, and mountains to the towns and cities, this vacation through South America is sure to leave you with plenty of stories, photos, and memories to last a lifetime.

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Discover the best of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland on this getaway that features five 2-night stays. Your journey begins in England with visits of London, Hampton Court gardens, Oxford, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick, and medieval York. Heading north, it’s on to the Scottish Lowlands and Highlands for visits of Edinburgh, St. Andrews, Braemar, Inverness, Glasgow, Gretna Green, and a cruise on Loch Lomond. Return to England to take in the serene Lake District and the Beatles Story in Liverpool before passing through Snowdonia National Park in Wales en route to Ireland. The “Fair City” of Dublin, the Irish National Stud at Kildare, the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, Connemara, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Blarney, and Waterford are just some of the Irish highlights. Ferry across St. George’s Channel and drive to Bath to see the amazing Roman excavations. Enjoy two nights in Plymouth, including an excursion to the former smuggler’s port of Looe, then return to London via prehistoric Stonehenge and Salisbury.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Special Departures:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for July 31 through August 21 vacations.

See much more than the main treasures on this magnificent vacation focusing on Central and Eastern Europe. Start in London, then cross the Channel by ferry and board your motorcoach bound for Amsterdam for guided sightseeing, a canal cruise, and two overnights. Head east to the magnificently restored city of Berlin for guided sightseeing, then on to the mountains and fortresses of the Erzgebirge range. Enter the Czech Republic and Bohemia to arrive in Prague for two nights and guided sightseeing. Next stop: Vienna for guided sightseeing that shows off the State Opera, Town Hall, and Parliament. South through the beautiful Styrian countryside to Klagenfurt. Skirt Lake Wörth and Villach and travel through the Karawanken Tunnel to Slovenia. Stop in picturesque Lake Bled with an overnight in Ljubljana. Follow the Adriatic shores past the port of Trieste, then cross into Italy to Venice for a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s and to marvel at this amazing “floating” city. Stop in Assisi to visit St. Francis’ Basilica, then on to the “Eternal City” of Rome with sightseeing that highlights the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. In Renaissance Florence, a Local Guide shows you Piazza Santa Croce, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Duomo. Admire the Leaning Tower in Pisa and drive along the Italian and French Rivieras. On the way to Lyon, stop in Arles and Avignon, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. North through Burgundy to ancient Beaune before reaching Paris for guided sightseeing and your final two nights.

April 11 departure - Easter in Rome
Dec 16 departure - Christmas in Vienna

Winter is a magical time to visit Europe, with fewer crowds and preparations underway for traditional Christmas and New Year celebrations. Wrap up warmly and enjoy Viennese pastries in Vienna. Amid crisp and chilly air, stroll the city avenues and boulevards in Paris and Rome, discover Florence's art galleries and the eternal ice caverns of the Jungfraujoch at Interlaken. This tour wouldn't be complete without allowing plenty of free time to shop, and soak up the winter spirit and excitement of the festive season.

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 5 lunches (L), 3 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

Sample the unique cultures of South America on this thrilling vacation to Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru, including stays in Rio de Janeiro, Iguassu Falls, Buenos Aires, Bariloche, Lima, and Santiago.
On this tour, you’ll see some amazing scenery and natural wonders. Start with Iguassu Falls, located on the border of Brazil and Argentina. See the falls from both sides—with their thunderous roar, torrential downpour, and brilliant rainbows. Everywhere you look, there is water pouring down! Words cannot describe the sheer wonder of the falls!

But that’s not all…even more beauty awaits you in Bariloche, which boats some of Argentina’s most glorious scenery. Take a chairlift ride to a lookout point at Cerro Campanario, rated one of the top 10 viewing spots by National Geographic. In Peru, visit the ancient city of Machu Picchu. One of the most famous archeological sights, this “Lost City of the Incas” is sure to amaze you—with its history, astonishing structures, and unparalleled views of the mountains and valley.

In addition to beautiful scenery, you’ll also experience the vibrant cities—Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Santiago, and Lima—and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour in each city. In Rio, see the Christ the Redeemer statue, the 98-foot statue of Jesus that was elected a New Seven Wonders of the World. In Buenos Aires, stroll the streets of this friendly town and experience a Tango show—a passionate, sizzling dance. Be sure to try some local food and taste the local drinks, including the wine in Chile.

From the lakes and mountains to the towns and cities, this vacation through South America is sure to leave you with plenty of stories, photos, and memories to share with your loved ones back home.

With Globus, you’ll see more than a place. You’ll discover its story.

Explore the beauty of South America during this exhilarating vacation to Brazil, Argentina, Chile, and Peru. In Brazil, visit the Amazon Jungle, where you’ll see the incredible lush vegetation and see firsthand the many species of wildlife that call this area home. Also, visit Rio de Janeiro, a vibrant, bustling city known for its beautiful beaches and beautiful people. The birthplace of Samba, Rio’s vitality comes alive as you experience its sights, sounds, and flavors.

Buenos Aires is regarded as the “Paris of South America” with its chic shopping, French architecture, outdoor cafés, legendary nightlife, and cosmopolitan cuisine. Spend time exploring this amazing city and enjoy a Tango show, where you’ll learn about this sensuous dance.

In Santiago, step back into the 16th century as you trace the city’s colonial history and heritage. Santiago sits with the snowcapped Andes Mountains as a backdrop, and it offers lovely cafes, shops, museums, and attractions. You’ll have plenty of leisure time to explore the city or to take an optional excursion to Chile’s wine country. The highlight of the Peru portion of the tour is Machu Picchu, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Step back in time and learn about the Inca Empire while viewing the spectacular ruins and amazing views—one of the most amazing sights in the world!

From the friendly people and the fashionable shops to the historical monuments and exquisite restaurants, this vacation to South America offers a vacation experience of a lifetime!

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This trip not only covers all the “must-see” cities and sights in Europe, but also includes a Eurostar train ride from London to Brussels, a canal cruise in Amsterdam, a Rhine cruise, the Black Forest, the Rhine Falls, Liechtenstein, Innsbruck, Sound of Music Salzburg, a private boat transfer in Venice, and visits to Ferrara and Pisa in Italy, and Avignon in France. In all cities, visit the stand-out features, like St. Paul’s in London, St. Stephen’s in Vienna, St. Mark’s Basilica and Doges’ Palace in Venice, St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapel and Colosseum in Rome, and Michelangelo’s David in Florence. In Nice at the Côte d’Azur, enjoy a full day at leisure with the possibility to visit Monte Carlo. In Paris, a visit to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower has been included in your guided sightseeing tour of the “City of Light.”

A good story starts with a good vacation. What story might you discover next?

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 4 lunches (L), 3 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

See much more than the main treasures on this magnificent vacation focusing on Central and Eastern Europe. Start in London, then cross the Channel by ferry and board your motorcoach bound for Amsterdam for guided sightseeing, a canal cruise, and two overnights. Head east to the magnificently restored city of Berlin for guided sightseeing, then on to the mountains and fortresses of the Erzgebirge range. Enter the Czech Republic and Bohemia to arrive in Prague for two nights and guided sightseeing. Next stop: Vienna for guided sightseeing that shows off the State Opera, Town Hall, and Parliament. South through the beautiful Styrian countryside to Klagenfurt. Skirt Lake Wörth and Villach and travel through the Karawanken Tunnel to Slovenia. Stop in picturesque Lake Bled with an overnight in Ljubljana. Follow the Adriatic shores past the port of Trieste, then cross into Italy to Venice for a canal boat ride to St. Mark’s and to marvel at this amazing “floating” city. Stop in Assisi to visit St. Francis’ Basilica, then on to the “Eternal City” of Rome with sightseeing that highlights the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. In Renaissance Florence, a Local Guide shows you Piazza Santa Croce, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Duomo. Admire the Leaning Tower in Pisa and drive along the Italian and French Rivieras. On the way to Lyon, stop in Arles and Avignon, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, then north through Burgundy to ancient Beaune before reaching Paris for guided sightseeing and two nights. Your vacation ends back in London with a final overnight and free time to explore on your own.

April 11 departure - Easter in Rome
Dec 16 departure - Christmas in Vienna

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 7 lunches (L), 6 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

A wealth of history, dramatic scenery, sacred sites, legend and tradition, all come together, invoking a sense of romance on this fascinating tour.

This trip not only covers all the “must-see” cities and sights in Europe, but also includes a Eurostar train ride from London to Brussels, a canal cruise in Amsterdam, a Rhine cruise, the Black Forest, the Rhine Falls, Liechtenstein, Innsbruck, Sound of Music Salzburg, a private boat transfer in Venice, and visits to Ferrara and Pisa in Italy, and Avignon in France. In all cities, visit the stand-out features, like St. Paul’s in London, St. Stephen’s in Vienna, St. Mark’s Basilica and Doges’ Palace in Venice, St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapel and Colosseum in Rome, and Michelangelo’s David in Florence. In Nice at the Côte d’Azur, enjoy a full day at leisure with the possibility to visit Monte Carlo. In Paris, a visit to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower has been included in your guided sightseeing tour of the “City of Light.” Return to London by Eurostar train and stay one additional night.

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This exciting vacation introduces you to the rich history and cultural treasures of China, Tibet, and Mongolia. Begin your journey with three overnights in vibrant Hong Kong, including a cable car ride up Victoria Peak for panoramic views, a drive to Repulse Bay, and time in the Aberdeen fishing village for a sampan ride on the harbor. On to mainland China, where you’ll marvel at the Three Gorges Dam site on your delightful 4-night Yangtze River cruise, and experience world-famous sites in Shanghai, Xi’an, and Beijing, including the Bund, Yu Yuan Gardens, the Children’s Palace, Dayan Pagoda, Terracotta Warriors, Great Wall, Forbidden City, Imperial Palace, and Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs. High in the Himalayas, explore Lhasa, Tibet’s mystical capital, with visits to the Summer Palace, a local home and monastery, Potala Palace, and Jokhang Temple. Fly to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, where a city tour shows off the sites, you’ll enjoy a Mongolian folklore performance, and inside visits introduce you to the Bogd Khan Winter Palace and Gandan Monastery. Fly to the Gobi Desert and visit Eagle Valley National Park, the largest sand dunes in the region, and a camel breeders camp to learn about the nomadic lifestyle—truly the trip of a lifetime!

Notes:

• This trip is for travelers who are fit. You will visit regions reaching almost 14,000 ft. in elevation.
• Accommodations in the Gobi Desert are in traditional Mongolian gers with private bathroom and shared shower facilities.

Welcome to the South Pacific and a journey that will introduce you to the many diverse regions of both Australia and New Zealand! You'll witness first hand unique cultures like that of Australia's Aboriginals and New Zealand's native Maori civilization. Your adventure begins in Cairns, an ideal setting-off point for the Great Barrier Reef. The majestic coral structures that make up the reef are home to the most diverse animal and plant ecosystem on earth. Your visit to Victorian Melbourne is where you'll enjoy a tour of Fitzroy Gardens and view the Little Penguin Parade on Phillip Island. A 3-night stay in Sydney will impress with its amazing must-see sights like the Sydney Opera House, where you'll enjoy a performance; and Koala Park, where you'll have the opportunity to pose with these cuddly creatures. Following an evening in Auckland, New Zealand's "City of Sails," enjoy dinner with a local Kiwi family in Rotorua. Your visit to Rotorua, one of New Zealand's most active geothermal regions, includes touring a Maori village and viewing the many hot springs and geysers in the area. In Wellington, New Zealand's capital city and decidedly British Christchurch, tour highlights include Te Papa Tongawera, New Zealand's national museum and time to explore on your own. Enjoy New Zealand' best-known national park and massive Mt. Cook before setting off for Queenstown and a cruise of Milford Sound, a spectacular fjord.

This extensive vacation stretches through Central Europe from London to Rome, then along the Mediterranean to Spain and France to reach Paris. Begin in London, making the most of the UK’s capital, then cross the Channel by ferry to join your motorcoach bound for Amsterdam for guided sightseeing and a canal cruise. Follow the banks of the Rhine with its many castles and visit romantic Heidelberg, then on to Switzerland for two overnights by the shores of Lake Lucerne surrounded by impressive alpine landscapes. Stop in sub-tropical Lugano and continue south into Italy, visiting Verona en route to the unique floating city of Venice with its St. Mark’s Square and Basilica. More Italian masterpieces in Assisi, St. Francis’ home; Rome with its Roman Forum and Colosseum; and Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” with its incredible architecture and works of art. Northwest to the mild climate of the French Riviera. Experience an optional evening in Monte Carlo, visit Avignon, and overnight in Carcassonne, a wonderful example of a medieval fortified city. In Spain, spend two nights each in Barcelona and Madrid with included guided sightseeing tours. North into Castille, stopping in El Cid’s Burgos, then to Basque Country for an overnight in Bilbao before exploring the jewels of France: Bordeaux, Poitiers, Châteaux Country, Orleans, and Paris, the splendid “City of Light.”

April 13 departure - Good Friday in Rome
Dec 10 departure - Christmas in Barcelona and New Year in Paris

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 6 lunches (L), 4 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.

This extensive vacation covers the whole of the British Isles—Scotland, England, Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Wales. No other tour is as complete. Begin your trip with two overnights in London and time to explore on your own or to take an optional tour. Head to Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace; enjoy a walking tour of Oxford, where Britain’s elite receive their education; and travel through the exquisite Cotswolds to Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon and Lady Godiva’s Coventry. Continue on to York, England’s most complete medieval city, for a walking tour with your Tour Director. See a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes, and enter Scotland for two overnights in regal Edinburgh. In the Scottish capital, your tour includes a visit to mighty Edinburgh Castle. On to St. Andrews, home of golf; Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Games for the past 900 years; and Royal Deeside, where the Queen is an annual visitor. Enjoy an excursion to the spectacular west coast of Scotland, then drive over to the beautiful Isle of Skye. Scenic highlights await you on the way to Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, and an orientation drive acquaints you with Glasgow’s attractions. Next, ferry to Belfast in Northern Ireland and visit remarkable Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on the way to Derry. Travel to Knock, where pilgrims flock to the Marian Shrine; see the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher; and drink in the scenery on the Dingle Peninsula and along the gorgeous “Ring of Kerry.” Visit popular Killarney; Blarney, known for the “Stone of Eloquence”; and Waterford, famous for its crystal. Stop at Ireland’s oldest handweaving mill at Avoca and enjoy Glendalough with St. Kevin’s Irish Christianity Centre ruins. In Dublin, Ireland’s capital, an orientation drive shows you the sights. Then, ferry back across the Irish Sea to Holyhead and travel south through scenic Wales with stops in Wrexham and Cardiff. Return to England and explore elegant Georgian Bath, famous for its Roman relics. Hear about King Arthur in Glastonbury, stop in Widecombe-in-the-Moor, made famous in The Hound of the Baskervilles, and see where the Pilgrims embarked on their monumental journey in Plymouth. Also see St. Michael’s Mount and Land’s End on the way to the popular seaside town of St. Ives. Contemplate the mystery of Stonehenge, take a break in beautiful Salisbury with its magnificent cathedral, and overnight in Brighton before returning to London for the finale of your awesome adventure.

Special Departure:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for Aug 4, Aug 11 & Aug 18 departures.

This extensive vacation stretches through Central Europe from London to Rome, then along the Mediterranean to Spain and France to reach Paris. Begin in London, making the most of the UK’s capital, then cross the Channel by ferry to join your motorcoach bound for Amsterdam for guided sightseeing and a canal cruise. Follow the banks of the Rhine with its many castles and visit romantic Heidelberg, then on to Switzerland for two overnights by the shores of Lake Lucerne surrounded by impressive alpine landscapes. Stop in sub-tropical Lugano and continue south into Italy, visiting Verona en route to the unique floating city of Venice with its St. Mark’s Square and Basilica. More Italian masterpieces in Assisi, St. Francis’ home; Rome with its Roman Forum and Colosseum; and Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance,” with its incredible architecture and works of art. Northwest to the mild climate of the French Riviera. Experience an optional evening in Monte Carlo, visit Avignon, and overnight in Carcassonne, a wonderful example of a medieval fortified city. In Spain, spend two nights each in Barcelona and Madrid with included guided sightseeing tours. North into Castille, stopping in El Cid’s Burgos, then to Basque Country for an overnight in Bilbao before exploring the jewels of France: Bordeaux, Poitiers, Châteaux Country, Orleans, and Paris. After two overnights in the splendid “City of Light,” return to London for a final overnight and free time to explore on your own.

April 13 departure - Good Friday in Rome
Dec 10 departure - Christmas in Barcelona and New Year in Paris

This vacation offers our most complete view of the British Isles. In England, enjoy visits to London, Canterbury, the seaside resort of Brighton, mysterious Stonehenge, Salisbury, historic Plymouth, Land’s End, St. Ives, and the Roman Baths. Stop in the Welsh capital of Cardiff and travel across South Wales, then take a ferry to the “Emerald Isle.” Visits include Waterford, Blarney, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Limerick, the Cliffs of Moher, Knock, Belleek, Giant’s Causeway, Belfast, and Dublin. Return across the Irish Sea, and through North Wales to Liverpool in England. North through the Lake District to Scotland, with highlights that include Gretna Green, Glasgow, the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond, the Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Inverewe Gardens, Inverness, pretty Braemar, St. Andrews, the Scottish capital of Edinburgh, and fairytale Floors Castle. Back in England, explore medieval York, Shakespeare’s Stratford-upon-Avon, and Blenheim Palace on your way back to London.

A good story starts with a good vacation. What story might you discover next?

Special Departures:
Tickets for the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo are included for July 18 through August 8 vacations.

Sample the unique cultures of South America on this thrilling vacation, and experience a once-in-a-lifetime tour filled with spectacular scenery, sensuous dances and music, vibrant cities, fascinating history, and plenty of time to eat in local restaurants, shop for native wares, and sip local drinks.

South America offers some amazing scenery, including Iguassu Falls, located on the border of Brazil and Argentina. Experience the thunderous roar, torrential downpour, and brilliant rainbows. Everywhere you look, there is water pouring down! Or how about Bariloche, where you’ll take a chairlift ride to a lookout point at Cerro Campanario, rated one of the top 10 viewing spots by National Geographic? Experience breathtaking panoramic views as you breathe fresh mountain air. Of course, no trip to South America is complete without a visit to the Amazon Jungle. Take a jungle walk and discover the lush vegetation and native species that call the Amazon home. And don’t forget about Machu Picchu, one of the most amazing sights in South America, if not the world. Hear about the history of the site and see the spectacular ruins of this “lost city.”

In addition to beautiful scenery, you’ll also experience the vibrant cities—Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, Santiago, and Lima—and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour in each city. A highlight of any trip to Rio is the Christ the Redeemer statue, the 98-foot statue of Jesus that was elected a New Seven Wonders of the World. In Buenos Aires, stroll the streets of this friendly town and experience a Tango show—a passionate, sizzling dance. In Santiago, you’ll have an opportunity to take an optional excursion to Chile’s wine country. In Lima, your sightseeing tour focuses on the city’s colonial heritage.

From the lakes and mountains to the towns and cities, this vacation through South America is sure to leave you with plenty of stories, photos, and memories to last a lifetime.

A good story starts with a good vacation. What story might you discover next?

A legendary tour that illuminates some of the hidden corners of the British Isles, crafted to please those with a love of nature and history.

Buffet breakfast daily (B), 8 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D); Local Host service in each city; a welcome wallet and city map; sightseeing and transportation as outlined in the day-by-day itinerary.