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Essential Britain

Victoria Embankment with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, London, UK
Plymouth, England
Stonehenge at sunset, UK
The picturesque coastal town of Looe in Cornwall, UK
Pulteney Bridge over the River Avon in Bath, UK
Aerial view of Cardiff Bay, Wales, UK
The Beatles statue, Liverpool, UK
The University of Glasgow, Scotland
Gretna Green Village, UK
View from Brackenfell overlooking Grasmere, The Lake District, UK
Cityscape of Inverness, Scotland
Fort William, Scotland
St Andrews, Scotland
Edinburgh city skyline from Calton Hill, Scotland
Culloden Moor, Scotland
Pitlochry, a walk along the River Tummel in the heart of Perthshire, Scotland
Cityscape of Inverness, Scotland
View of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
Sign post with landmarks in the city of York, with view of York Minster in the background, UK
William Shakespeare's birthplace, Henley street in Stratford upon Avon, UK
London's Millennium Bridge with a view to St Paul's Cathedral, UK


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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Essential Britain" tour and explore the rich history and stunning landscapes of England, Scotland, and Wales. This fully guided journey takes you from the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge to the legendary Loch Ness, with stops at iconic sites like The Beatles Story in Liverpool, the battlefield of Culloden Moor, and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (seasonal). Enjoy scenic drives through the Taff Valley, Brecon Beacons National Park, and the West Country to Poldark’s Cornwall. Stay in comfort at top hotels and travel in style on a first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. This small-group tour ensures an intimate and immersive experience, visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites and sampling local delights like Grasmere gingerbread. ...more ...less
Highlights
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Visit the town of the legend of King Arthur and the Holy Grail
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Take a scenic drive along the Taff Valley and through the Brecon Beacons National Park
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Visit Wordsworth’s beloved village, and sample the original Grasmere gingerbread
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Visit the battlefield of Culloden Moor
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Enjoy a scenic drive through the West Country to Poldark’s Cornwall
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Visit The Beatles Story in Liverpool
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Drive the length of the legendary Loch Ness en route to Inverness
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Attend the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance (July 26 through August 16 only)
Places You'll See
Victoria Embankment with Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, London, UK
London's city skyline along the River Thames, UK
The Hoe in Plymouth, England
Stonehenge at sunset, UK
The picturesque coastal town of Looe in Cornwall, UK
The Circus, the historic street of large townhouses in the city of Bath, UK
Cardiff, Wales, UK
Royal Albert Dock, Liverpool, UK
Clyde Arc Bridge, Glasgow, Scotland
The University of Glasgow, Scotland
George Square, Glasgow, Scotland
Grasmere Village, the Lake District, UK
View of Inverness from Inverness Castle, Scotland
Cityscape of Inverness, Scotland
Fort William, Scotland
Aerial view of Fort William, Scotland
Glenfinnan Railway Viaduct, Fort William, Scotland
Edinburgh city skyline from Calton Hill, Scotland
Victoria Street in Edinburgh Old Town, Scotland
St Andrews, Scotland
Culloden Moor, Scotland
Edinburgh Castle
Swilcan Bridge on the 18th hole of the Old Course links, St Andrews, Scotland
Pitlochry, a walk along the River Tummel in the heart of Perthshire, Scotland
Memorial Cairn at the battlefield of Culloden, Scotland
Pitlochry in the Scottish highlands, Scotland
The main street of Pitlochry, Scotland
Edinburgh Military Tattoo Celebrations
View of Edinburgh and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland
St Andrews Cathedral, Scotland
Sign post with landmarks in the city of York, with view of York Minster in the background, UK
Sunrise view of a narrowboat in Stratford upon Avon, UK
Beautiful 15th Century almshouses in the historic town of Stratford upon Avon, UK

Park Plaza Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza Waterloo

Mercure Cardiff Holland House

Crowne Plaza Plymouth

Pullman Liverpool

Clayton Hotel Glasgow

Mercure Inverness Hotel

Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street

Mercure York Fairfield Manor
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Location: London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Uniformed Globus Hosts will be waiting to welcome you. Free time this afternoon.
Day 2: London,Stonehenge,Ilminster,Plymouth
Location: London, Stonehenge, Ilminster, Plymouth
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Plymouth
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
LONDON–STONEHENGE–ILMINSTER–PLYMOUTH Secrets of the Stones LONDON Meet your Tour Director and travel companions at 8 am before departing for Stonehenge.STONEHENGE Visit the prehistoric monument.ILMINSTER [LF] Lunch at a local pub.219 mi / 352 km (B,L)LOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Quench your thirst with local ales and ciders while tasting traditional pub fayre prepared following century old recipes. Nothing eases homesickness like hearty cooked food concocted with care and love like grandma used to make. Just like home away from home!
Day 3: Plymouth. Excursion To Cornwall
Location: Plymouth, Cornwall, Looe
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Plymouth
Meals Included: Breakfast
PLYMOUTH. EXCURSION TO CORNWALL Legends of Land & Sea PLYMOUTH [LF] All aboard for a scenic cruise on Plymouth Sound. Enjoy a scenic drive through the West Country to Poldark’s Cornwall.LOOE Visit the thriving fishing village and former smugglers’ port.PLYMOUTH Free time this evening. (B) 42 mi / 70 kmLOCAL FAVORITEEPIC RIDE Stunning views of Cornwall, the setting of Winston Graham's ‘Poldark’ saga of Cornish life in the 18th century, will leave you breathless on a scenic drive through the West Country. Get carried away with a spectacular scenic cruise on Plymouth Sound, a magnificent inlet on the English Channel.
Day 4: Plymouth,Glastonbury,Bath,Cardiff,Wales
Location: Plymouth, Glastonbury, Bath, Cardiff
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Cardiff Holland House
Meals Included: Breakfast
PLYMOUTH–GLASTONBURY–BATH–CARDIFF, WALES Timeless Kings & Thermal Springs GLASTONBURY Visit the town of the legend of King Arthur and the Holy Grail.BATH Visit the excavations of the Roman Baths. (B) 184 mi / 295 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDS & LORE The Somerset town of Glastonbury is the site of King Arthur’s legendary quest for the mythical Holy Grail, the cup from which Jesus drank at the Last Supper. Hear how, while Arthur failed in his search, a noble knight named Galahad found the Holy Grail because of his pure heart.
Day 5: Cardiff,Builth Wells,Llangollen,Liverpool,England
Location: Cardiff, Builth Wells, Llangollen, Liverpool
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Pullman Liverpool
Meals Included: Breakfast
CARDIFF–BUILTH WELLS–LLANGOLLEN–LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND Moor than Meets the Eye Take a scenic drive along the Taff Valley and through the Brecon Beacons National Park.BUILTH WELLS Stop at the ancient market town.LLANGOLLEN Visit the picturesque town.LIVERPOOL Free time the remainder of the day. (B) 190 mi / 306 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTNATURAL WONDERS Discover the extraordinary natural beauty of Brecon Beacons National Park while driving through its mountains, moors, and magnificent views. Look out for Welsh mountain ponies and sheep grazing in the wild and red kites gliding gracefully in the sky.
Day 6: Liverpool,Grasmere,Gretna Green,Scotland,Glasgow
Location: Liverpool, Grasmere, Gretna Green, Glasgow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Clayton Hotel Glasgow
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
LIVERPOOL–GRASMERE–GRETNA GREEN, SCOTLAND–GLASGOW Songs, Sonnets & Secret Vows LIVERPOOL Visit The Beatles Story for a fascinating journey into the life and music of the Fab Four.LAKE DISTRICT Take a scenic drive.GRASMERE Visit Wordsworth’s beloved village, and sample [LF] the original Grasmere gingerbread.GRETNA GREEN See where a Scottish blacksmith performed weddings for eloping young couples and [LF] join in a fun wedding re-enactment. (B,D) 236 mi / 380 kmLOCAL FAVORITETIMELESS TRADITIONS Love will find a way to sweeten the day with classic gingerbread in Grasmere, or by parents hot on the trail of runaway brides and grooms who crossed them (and the Scottish border) to get hitched in 18th-century Gretna Green. Hear how romance was forged by a blacksmith who helped eloping couples hammer out the vows.
Day 7: Glasgow,Fort William,Inverness
Location: Glasgow, Fort William, Inverness
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Inverness Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
GLASGOW–FORT WILLIAM–INVERNESS Landmarks, Lochs & Legends GLASGOW Orientation drive to see Glasgow’s landmarks, including the 12th-century cathedral, university buildings, and Georgian squares. Take a scenic drive past Loch Lomond, Rannoch Moor, and Glen Coe.FORT WILLIAM See the gateway to Ben Nevis, UK’s highest peak.LOCH NESS Drive the length of the legendary lake en route to Inverness. (B,D) 178 mi / 286 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE Survey the shores of famed Loch Ness for the chance to catch a glimpse of its mysterious Nessie. Hear of the folklore and firm believers in the legend of the Loch Ness Monster, which is said to swim in the shimmering waters.
Day 8: Inverness,Culloden—Pitlochry,St. Andrews,Edinburgh
Location: Inverness, Culloden, Pitlochry, St. Andrews, Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street
Meals Included: Breakfast
INVERNESS–CULLODEN—PITLOCHRY–ST. ANDREWS–EDINBURGH Bravery, Birdies & Bagpipes CULLODEN MOOR See the battlefield.PITLOCHRY Walk through the Victorian mountain resort.ST. ANDREWS Visit the home of golf and the famous university town. (B) 202 mi / 326 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTICONIC FOOTSTEPS See the fairways and greens at the birthplace of golf, where legendary players of the Scottish game made history in the university town of St. Andrews.TOUR HIGHLIGHTTHE ROYAL EDINBUGRH MILITARY TATTOO Unpack your plaid! Edinburgh Military Tattoo performances included on departures July 26, August 2, 9 and 16.
Day 9: Edinburgh
Location: Edinburgh
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street
Meals Included: Breakfast
EDINBURGH Crown Jewels & Castle Views EDINBURGH Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the New Town, the Old Town, and a visit to Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland’s Crown Jewels. Free time. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOT Ascend to Castle Rock to explore Edinburgh Castle, one of the most important historical strongholds in the Kingdom of Scotland, with a 1,100-year history as "the most besieged place in Great Britain.” Here, see the royal regalia and Scotland’s Crown Jewels.
Day 10: Edinburgh,Alnwick,England,York
Location: Edinburgh, Alnwick, York
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Mercure York Fairfield Manor
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
EDINBURGH–ALNWICK, ENGLAND–YORK Lights, Camera, Alnwick! ALNWICK Visit Alnwick Castle, setting for many film productions. Choose between touring the castle or taking a stroll through the magnificent gardens.YORK See York Minster and browse the shops of The Shambles. (B,D) 214 mi / 344 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOTS Visit Alnwick Castle to discover 700 years of English and family history of its owners, the Percy Family. Continuing the lineage of centuries of Dukes, Duchesses, and Earls whom have called the impressive castle home. The castle is a haven for movie and TV buffs as the filming location for many productions, including Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. If nature is more to your liking, consider a visit to the splendid 12-acre Alnwick Gardens.
Day 11: York,Stratford-Upon-Avon,London
Location: York, Stratford-upon-Avon, London
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Meals Included: Breakfast
YORK–STRATFORD-UPON-AVON–LONDON Mr. & Mrs. Shakespeare STRATFORD-UPON-AVON See Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace. (B) 255 mi / 410 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTA LEGEND SLEPT HERE Ah, young love! Even more true, as young Shakespeare’s fiancée was eight years his senior. See Anne Hathaway's Cottage, the family home where the bard’s wife-to-be was born and courted by young Will. Built more than 500 years ago, much of the original structure remains. Visit Shakespeare’s Birthplace and family home in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. Hear tales of Shakespeare’s family life, marriage, and children with a close look at fascinating artifacts in a world-class collection assembled by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust.
Day 12: London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided as detailed in the itinerary.
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Fully Guided
The tour is fully guided.
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Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 lunch; 3 three-course dinners.
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Transport
Transport is provided by a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
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Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to UNESCO Sites including City of Bath, Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape, Forth Road Bridge, Frontiers of the Roman Empire, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Stonehenge, The English Lake District, and The great Spa Towns of Europe - Bath.
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport transfers at the destination are not included.
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Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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International Travel
International travel to and from the destination is not included.
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 lunch; 3 three-course dinners
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds. ...more ...less
UNESCO Sites
City of Bath|Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape|Forth Bridge|Frontiers of the Roman Empire|Old and New Towns of Edinburgh|Stonehenge|The English Lake District|The great Spa Towns of Europe - Bath
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge and Park Plaza Waterloo in London, Crowne Plaza Plymouth, Mercure Cardiff Holland House, Pullman Liverpool, Clayton Hotel Glasgow, Mercure Inverness Hotel, Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street, and Mercure York Fairfield Manor.
Notes
This tour requires some uphill walking on rough terrain at Edinburgh Castle which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. Some walking involved back to the hotel after the Edinburgh Tattoo for departures that include the Tattoo.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides transportation in a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach equipped with free Wi-Fi.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes full buffet breakfast daily, one lunch, and three three-course dinners.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in comfort at various hotels including Park Plaza Westminster Bridge and Park Plaza Waterloo in London, Crowne Plaza Plymouth, Mercure Cardiff Holland House, Pullman Liverpool, Clayton Hotel Glasgow, Mercure Inverness Hotel, Mercure Edinburgh Princes Street, and Mercure York Fairfield Manor. ...more ...less
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Is the tour fully guided?
Yes, the tour is fully guided with expert Tour Directors, Drivers, and Local Guides.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
No, airport transfers at the destination are not included in the tour package.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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Does the tour visit any UNESCO World Heritage Sites?
Yes, the tour visits several UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the City of Bath, Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape, Forth Road Bridge, Frontiers of the Roman Empire, Old and New Towns of Edinburgh, Stonehenge, The English Lake District, and The great Spa Towns of Europe - Bath.
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What is the group size for this tour?
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes various activities such as visiting the town of the legend of King Arthur and the Holy Grail, taking a scenic drive along the Taff Valley and through the Brecon Beacons National Park, visiting Wordsworth’s beloved village and sampling the original Grasmere gingerbread, visiting the battlefield of Culloden Moor, enjoying a scenic drive through the West Country to Poldark’s Cornwall, visiting The Beatles Story in Liverpool, driving the length of the legendary Loch Ness en route to Inverness, and attending the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo performance (July 26 through August 16 only).
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Reviews of this operator
Great Value for your Money
This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites. ...more ...less
My go-to escorted travel Co My...
My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.
What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus
Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon ...more ...less
Great guide, accommodations, and tours.
We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.
Globus exceeded my expectations!
This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.
The experience was amazing!!
The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!! ...more ...less
Did the Globus Highlands and...
Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both. ...more ...less
Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland...
Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland and Scotland. August 2024. Let me begin with the positive , the Tour guide was knowledgable, personable and educated! He also was extremely professional and took a genuine interest in providing the highest quality of service to the client. The bus was clean and comfortable and well maintained. The driver was highly experienced and provided excellent transportation. The excursions were acceptable and enjoyable. The Variety of age groups on the trip made for wonderful traveling companions. But unfortunately, that is where the positive ends. The Leonardo hotels that are part of the chain and experience for this specific tour are below quality. We spent a night in a room with a leak in the ceiling. That was known before we checked in and continued to leak while we were there. Another Leonardo hotel, we could not get out of our room. Due to the carpet being ripped up and blocking the door. Most of these hotels I would have walked away from, had I been on my own individual trip. The customer service is missing, customer safety is also missing in these hotels. There is lack of concern to assist customers to their rooms even when it is there responsibility to change the room, there isn't assistance offered. Never have I experienced where you had to absolutely be your own advocate. Because there is no customer concern or care. Quality of food provided is also below standards. It is frowned upon if you request something and often denied. We even had a situation where another individual was placed in the same room we were in and it was considered a "oh well too bad for you." Again, we had to transport our own luggage and bags to a new room. Only after we were our own advocates. We said this stranger and ourselves are not going to stay in the same room. Finally, we received a good room, a room that would be found acceptable in every day normal travel, and we had to change again. Because there was a missing part in a Radiator and this was known to the hotel but yet they still booked us into a room. The radiator would not turn off and the room was steaming hot. So once again, we had to transfer all of our luggage and personal items and trudged down stairwell and elevators to once again change rooms. This is so sad for a bucket list, once in a lifetime, save your money and go on your anniversary trip. The rooms are old and out, dated with stains and tears in carpets and materials. Some of the missing items are a safety concern. Buyer beware! The communication for traveling in other countries is not to the level of customer service and satisfaction that we are used to, we did not expect this level of unacceptable accommodations, much like staying in a hostile. It is the Globus/Cosmos Travel companies responsibility to make sure their accommodations for housing is up to the level of expectations of their customers. The accommodations provided are a reflection of Globus/Cosmos business model and integrity in the global travel industry. This is not everything we experienced, but just a few examples. At this time, their brand appears to be old, outdated, without concern or care for the safety of their clients or their health and welfare as applied to accomodations.Customer service, is their lost art. Choose carefully for travel service. And I would not recommend Globus or Cosmos. ...more ...less
I have done Newfoundland &...
I have done Newfoundland & Labrador with Iceberg Festival tour with Globus in June 2024. It was absolute rubbish for the price I paid towards the tour. Terrible hotels, horrible meals, barely any sightseeing that is worth while the visit, most importantly, the Iceberg festival never happened. Globus sold this specific tour departure date as the only way to attend this supposed Iceberg Festival. I felt cheated after paying 3527£ for a 13 day tour considering the only reason I picked this departure date was because I wanted to attend this Iceberg festival. I could have used my time and money in a better way doing a different tour with another company. A Canadian company who did the exact same tour is doing it for £2400. I have been travelling with Globus and Cosmos tours since 2008. However, this company tours have been terrible after the covid shutdowns. They are charging more than the premium companies and not providing the equivalent service on par with the prices. Safe to say that I won't be recommending Globus and Cosmos tours to anyone. Try other tour companies that are on the market. ...more ...less
I really enjoyed my Cosmos...
I really enjoyed my Cosmos tour to Italy last September. However I was totally disappointed by two major things which completely changed the atmosphere of the holiday for me. One was the 'last minute' rearrangement of one of our hotels which then put us well outside of Florence on a trading estate for two nights instead of walking distance from the city walls. That completely blocked any plans or ideas of enjoying Florence in the evening. My biggest disappointment was the terrible travel arrangements and associated advice about travelling through Heathrow Cosmos put in place for me and for which they refused to be accountable despite the fact that they had made the ticket booking on my behalf and I had asked them for appropriate check in advice at all key points before I travelled. As a result I was put on standby when I should never have been (even the BA departure staff were shocked at this) and separated from my luggage which travelled on a later flight. I spent over 6 hrs of my first day in Rome in the airport waiting for my luggage and subsequent transfer to my hotel, without any assistance from Cosmos or BA airside staff. When I complained after my holiday, Cosmos would not take any responsibility at all for the fact that I lost the first day of my holiday and approx. 50% of the time I was due to spend in Rome, preferring to blame BA who in turn were uncontactable about my complaint. Very poor customer service indeed. ...more ...less
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Globus requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Essential Britain
12 Days Starting and ending in London, UK
Visiting: London, Stonehenge, Ilminster, Plymouth, Cornwall, Looe, Glastonbury, Bath, Cardiff, Builth Wells, Llangollen, Liverpool, Grasmere, Gretna Green, Glasgow, Fort William, Inverness, Culloden, Pitlochry, St. Andrews, Edinburgh, Alnwick, York, Stratford-upon-Avon ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GC-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Low
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Interests:
NB: Prices correct on 15-Mar-2025 but subject to change.
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