Spectacular Australia with the Historic Ghan Train

Spectacular Australia with the Historic Ghan Train

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$11423

$10969

Spectacular Australia with the Historic Ghan Train

20 Days Starting in Melbourne, Australia and ending in Sydney, Australia

Visiting: Melbourne, Hobart, Tasman Peninsula, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Alice Springs, Uluru, Ayers Rock, Darwin, Kakadu National Park, Cairns, Great Barrier Reef, Sydney

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

PQ-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Boat/Cruise Excursion

From: $11423 $10969 Operator discount: -$454

NB: Prices correct on 08-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Australia with the "Spectacular Australia with the Historic Ghan Train" tour. This adventure takes you from the vibrant city of Melbourne, where you'll explore iconic landmarks and enjoy a high tea, to the historic streets of Hobart and the rugged beauty of the Tasman Peninsula. Experience the unique wildlife of Kangaroo Island and the breathtaking landscapes of the Great Barrier Reef. Travel through the heart of the Outback aboard the legendary Ghan Train, visiting Alice Springs and the majestic Uluru. Conclude your journey in Sydney with a private tour of the Opera House and a cruise on the stunning harbor. This tour offers a perfect blend of cultural, natural, and historical experiences, ensuring a truly memorable Australian adventure.

Highlights

  • Visit landmarks such as Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne.

  • Experience the magic of the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island.

  • Explore Hobart's waterfront district and its historic buildings.

  • Travel to the Tasman Peninsula and visit Port Arthur Historic Site and the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo.

  • Take a trip to Kangaroo Island and visit Seal Bay Conservation Park and Flinders Chase National Park.

  • Enjoy an overnight journey on the Ghan train through the heart of Australia.

  • Explore the Great Barrier Reef on a catamaran cruise from Cairns.

  • Take a private guided tour of the Sydney Opera House.

Places You'll See

The Savoy Hotel On Little Collins

The Old Woolstore Hotel

Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

The Ghan Train - Alice Springs To Darwin

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters

Desert Gardens Hotel

Hilton Darwin

Pullman Cairns International

Sydney Harbour Marriott

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Melbourne,Australia

Location: Melbourne

Accommodation Name: The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins

Meals Included: Dinner

Your hotel room is available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Please schedule flights to arrive by 3pm in order to attend this evening’s welcome briefing and dinner.ARRIVE IN MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA G’day – Welcome to Melbourne! Your hotel room is available for immediate check-in. A pre-night is not required for early check-in. Please schedule flights to arrive by 3pm in order to attend this evening’s welcome briefing and dinner. (D)

Day 2: Melbourne

Location: Melbourne

Accommodation Name: The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today’s sightseeing tour includes landmarks such as Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance, a tribute to Australia’s war heroes. Visit beautiful Fitzroy Gardens, then drive past the lush Botanic Gardens. You’ll discover the city’s differing architectural influences as you see the Victorian Arts Centre and other buildings of significance. Before returning to your hotel, indulge in a special high tea featuring mouth-watering treats, specialty teas, coffee, and a glass of champagne.MELBOURNE Toast of the Town Today’s sightseeing tour includes landmarks such as Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance, a tribute to Australia’s war heroes. Visit beautiful Fitzroy Gardens, then drive past the lush Botanic Gardens. You’ll discover the city’s differing architectural influences as you see the Victorian Arts Centre and other buildings of significance. Before returning to your hotel, indulge in a special high tea featuring mouth-watering treats, specialty teas, coffee, and a glass of champagne. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE Tonight’s optional evening excursion to see the world-famous Penguin Parade on Phillip Island is highly recommended. Experience the magic of little penguins returning home at sunset to one of the largest penguin colonies in Australia. Watch as these beloved fairy penguins waddle from the ocean to their burrows in the sand around you.

Day 3: Melbourne

Location: Melbourne

Accommodation Name: The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins

Meals Included: Breakfast

MELBOURNE Cosmopolitan Cool Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this multicultural and cosmopolitan city. Dine at a local restaurant and immerse yourself in Melbourne’s passionate food and wine scene or walk along Chapel and Brunswick Streets, famous for great shopping. (B) ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE Take a trip out of town to sample award-winning wines in the Yarra Valley or drive along the spectacular Great Ocean Road to see the “Twelve Apostles.” This and more options are available throughout your tour at MyGlobus. Your Tour Director and your GlobusGO mobile app have all the tips and guidance to enjoy your free time.

Day 4: Melbourne,Hobart

Location: Hobart

Accommodation Name: The Old Woolstore Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

MELBOURNE–HOBART On the Waterfront Fly to Hobart, Tasmania, home of the famed Tasmanian devil. As the second oldest of Australia’s state capitals, Hobart has a wild convict past and a rich history still evident in its beautifully restored Georgian buildings and colonial cottages. Dinner tonight is at a local restaurant. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOTS Join your Tour Director for a walk in Hobart’s waterfront district. See beautiful historic buildings and hear wonderful stories about the hard-working convicts, explorers, and entrepreneurs that built this city. Afterward, enjoy dinner at a historic local pub that is full of wonderful memorabilia and features local seafood and produce.

Day 5: Hobart. Excursion To The Tasman Peninsula

Location: Tasman Peninsula

Accommodation Name: The Old Woolstore Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

HOBART. EXCURSION TO THE TASMAN PENINSULA Devilish Fun Travel to the remote and rugged Tasman Peninsula. Make stops at the scenic blowhole, Devil’s Kitchen, and Tasman Arch coastal formations. Visit Port Arthur Historic Site, which began housing convicts in the 1830’s. Then visit the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo. Return to Hobart where your evening is at leisure. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCONSERVATION HEROES Have a devilish good time meeting the world’s largest carnivorous marsupial – the Tasmanian Devil. Witness a feeding presentation and learn how the Unzoo is helping save the endangered devils with natural habitat spaces. Stroll the bushland trail and see kangaroos, cheeky parrots, wallabies, echidnas, and nearly 100 bird species. Your admission helps preserve the Tasmanian devil. TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOT One of the country’s most important heritage sites, Port Arthur will bring to life Australia’s convict history. On your private guided tour, meet some of the people who have passed through this place, walk in their footsteps, and hear their stories. It was not just hardened criminals but women and children who found their way here as well. See 30 historic buildings, ruins, restored homes, and the beautiful heritage gardens.

Day 6: Hobart,Adelaide

Location: Adelaide

Accommodation Name: Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, fly via Melbourne to South Australia’s capital city. Adelaide is home to world-class art, live music, major festivals, must-try restaurants, and sits at the gateway to amazing wineries. Upon arrival, take a brief orientation tour along the wide, tree-lined streets, and well-manicured gardens. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.HOBART–ADELAIDE Sweet Adelaide Today, fly via Melbourne to South Australia’s capital city. Adelaide is home to world-class art, live music, major festivals, must-try restaurants, and sits at the gateway to amazing wineries. Upon arrival, take a brief orientation tour along the wide, tree-lined streets, and well-manicured gardens. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (B)

Day 7: Adelaide. Excursion To Kangaroo Island

Location: Kangaroo Island

Accommodation Name: Majestic Roof Garden Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

ADELAIDE. EXCURSION TO KANGAROO ISLAND Australia’s Galapagos Early this morning, depart Adelaide and travel by motorcoach and ferry to Kangaroo Island, one of the world’s last unspoiled habitats. Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park and Flinders Chase National Park, a sanctuary for native Australian animals, including kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas. Stop for a walk on Remarkable Rocks, with stunning views of the sea. Next, visit Admirals Arch, a unique rock formation and home to a colony of New Zealand fur seals. Return to Adelaide late this evening. (B,L) TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS The stunning views of the Australian sea lion colony and nearby coastline make Seal Bay an essential experience on Kangaroo Island. There are no enclosures or cases at Seal Bay. Instead, you will be taken into the heart of the colony on a private tour with a Park Ranger. You’ll learn how these endangered animals hunt, surf, rest, interact with their pups and defend their territory. This is a truly exception wildlife experience not to be missed. Keep your camera handy for some terrific photo ops!

Day 8: Adelaide,The Ghan Train

Location: Adelaide

Accommodation Name: The Ghan Train

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

ADELAIDE–THE GHAN TRAIN All Aboard Mid-day departure on the [LF] Ghan train for an overnight journey and a unique perspective of the Outback. (B,L,D)LOCAL FAVORITENORTHWARD BOUND The Ghan is an Australian legend and the ultimate journey through the heart of Australia. It takes its name from the pioneering Afghan cameleers who blazed a permanent trail into the “Red Center of Australia” 150 years ago. Sit back and relax as you take in the changing scenery. Enjoy a meal in the restaurant car or a friendly conversation with fellow passengers from around the world in the lounge car. You’ll soon see why this train journey is on every Australians’ bucket list!

Day 9: The Ghan Train,Marla,Alice Springs

Location: Alice Springs

Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters

Meals Included: Breakfast

THE GHAN TRAIN–MARLA–ALICE SPRINGS Into the Outback This morning you are invited to step off the train in the outback town of Marla. There’s time to stretch your legs as the sun light slowly bathes the surrounding outback. Take a moment to enjoy the stillness and sip on a steaming mug of coffee and snack on a breakfast sandwich. Reboard your train and get ready for the rest of the day’s adventures, or feel free to hop back into bed! Brunch is served onboard before arriving Alice Springs midday. Upon arrival, visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the Old Telegraph Station. This evening is at leisure. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT FLIGHT FOR LIFE The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) was established in 1928 to bring much needed medical care to the residents of the remote Outback. Learn the history of Reverend John Flynn, the founder, and hear the heroic tales of the birth and growth of the RFDS. Through the interactive displays you can experience what it’s like to fly with an RFDS pilot and the issues they have faced from dirt runways, inadequate maps, and more.

Day 10: Alice Springs,Uluru (Ayers Rock)

Location: Uluru

Accommodation Name: Desert Gardens Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

ALICE SPRINGS–ULURU (AYERS ROCK) Rock Stars Today, travel through the heart of the Outback. Keep a lookout for red kangaroos, dingoes, camels, and feral horses, known as “Brumbies.” Visit the magnificent Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), a geological spectacle of some 36 brilliant domes. Tonight, [LF] dinner is served under the sparkling Outback sky. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITEHEAVEN & EARTH Your evening begins with canapés and chilled sparkling wine upon a dune top overlooking Uluru. As the sun sets and darkness falls, listen to the sound of a didgeridoo and sit down for an unforgettable dining experience. Enjoy a bush tucker inspired menu along with a selection of Australian wines and beers. Afterward, sit back and listen to a star talker decode the southern night sky. Before the end of the evening, you’ll be to locate the Southern Cross, signs of the zodiac, the Milky Way as well as planets and galaxies. From amazing scenery to delicious food and wide-open spaces, it’s sure to be a memorable evening!

Day 11: Ayers Rock,Alice Springs,Darwin

Location: Ayers Rock

Accommodation Name: Hilton Darwin

Meals Included: Breakfast

AYERS ROCK–ALICE SPRINGS–DARWIN Sunrise and Wheels Up For an unforgettable experience, you may choose to rise early for an optional helicopter ride to watch the sunrise at Uluru. Later, travel to Alice Springs for your flight to Darwin. (B)NOTE: Due to this remote location and limited flights, you may be booked on a connecting flight from Alice Springs to Darwin. ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE with an optional sunrise helicopter ride at Uluru (Ayers Rock). This once-in-a-lifetime experience takes you high above the magic of early morning at Uluru, where the shades from the emerging sunlight paint the massive stone formation, changing in hue with each second as the sun rises above the Outback. This and more options are available throughout your tour at MyGlobus.

Day 12: Darwin

Location: Darwin

Accommodation Name: Hilton Darwin

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

DARWIN Remembrance & Resilience Enjoy an orientation tour of the capital of the Northern Territory. See the elegant colonial architecture of the city’s historic buildings that survived Cyclone Tracey in 1974. Visit the splendid Botanic Gardens, beautiful East Point and spend time at the fascinating Darwin Museum. Tonight, you may wish to join the optional dinner cruise in Darwin Harbour. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT In 1942, more than 188 Japanese aircraft attacked Darwin’s harbour and airfield. It was the first and largest foreign attack ever mounted on Australia. At the Darwin Museum, hear first-hand accounts from the men and women who survived the horror of that morning, learn about the Top End’s role in WWII through interactive displays, take a walk through the lush garden to see military vehicles, or climb to the top of the gun emplacement to check out the 9.2’ gun that it houses.

Day 13: Darwin. Excursion To Kakadu National Park

Location: Kakadu National Park

Accommodation Name: Hilton Darwin

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

DARWIN. EXCURSION TO KAKADU NATIONAL PARK Picturing History Journey to Kakadu National Park, Australia’s largest national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The park is home to exceptional natural beauty and a unique biodome. Take a scenic cruise and then explore ancient Aboriginal rock petroglyphs at Nourlangie Rock and learn more about the history of the area at the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre. Return to Darwin late this evening. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHT EPIC RIDE Cruise the unspoiled waterways of the Yellow Water Billabong. Enjoy incredible scenery with the opportunity to spot water buffalo and an abundance of bird species such as Whistling Ducks, Magpie Geese, and Sea Eagles. Keep an eye out for crocodiles basking on the banks or even swimming alongside your boat. NOTE: During the wet season (December through April), it can be difficult to spot crocodiles in the wild.

Day 14: Darwin,Cairns

Location: Cairns

Accommodation Name: Pullman Cairns International

Meals Included: Breakfast

DARWIN–CAIRNS Aussie Adventures Today, fly to Cairns, “Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.” (B)NOTE: Due to this remote location and limited flights, you may be booked on a connecting flight from Darwin to Cairns and may arrive late in the evening. ENHANCE FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE in Cairns, known for its mild winters, great nightlife, and plenty of fun things to see and do. Enjoy free time to browse the Cairns Night Markets for a vast array of souvenirs, delicious foods, and the work of local artisans and designers.

Day 15: Cairns. Excursion To The Outer Great Barrier Reef

Location: Great Barrier Reef

Accommodation Name: Pullman Cairns International

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

CAIRNS. EXCURSION TO THE OUTER GREAT BARRIER REEF Below the Surface Prepare for the experience of a lifetime when you board a catamaran and cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Explore this underwater world that is a brilliant kaleidoscope of coral and sea life. Return to Cairns late this afternoon. Your evening is at leisure. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTBUCKET LIST. CHECK! The only living structure on Earth that can be seen from space, the Great Barrier Reef is a masterpiece of Mother Nature. Comprising over 3,000 individual reefs and spanning over 135,135 miles (350,000 square kilometres), your day at the Reef will be one to remember. After your scenic catamaran cruise, the day is yours to explore the Reef how you like. Choose to snorkel amid a dazzling array of fish and coral, take a semi-submersible watercraft tour, attend an informative presentation by a marine biologist, or just relax and enjoy the serenity of your surroundings.

Day 16: Cairns

Location: Cairns

Accommodation Name: Pullman Cairns International

Meals Included: Breakfast

CAIRNS Ticket to Paradise A full day at leisure. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE For a truly amazing experience, consider an optional trip to Kuranda via the old scenic rail route. You may also wish to take a 4 wheel-drive excursion into the Daintree Rainforest, stroll Cairn’s famous Esplanade home to shops and art galleries, or just sit back and relax at your resort’s pool. You can also cool off in the man-made Cairns Esplanade Lagoon with a swim or sandcastle building. Perhaps take a dip at night in the glowing water, illuminated by underwater lights. These and more options are available throughout your tour at MyGlobus. Your Tour Director and your GlobusGO mobile app have all the tips and guidance to enjoy your free time.

Day 17: Cairns,Sydney

Location: Sydney

Accommodation Name: Sydney Harbour Marriott

Meals Included: Breakfast

CAIRNS–SYDNEY Hi C’s on the Harbour Today, fly to Sydney, the largest city in Australia and home to the Sydney Opera House and the Taronga Zoo. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE in Sydney with free time to enjoy first-class restaurants or browse its grand shopping arcades.

Day 18: Sydney

Location: Sydney

Accommodation Name: Sydney Harbour Marriott

Meals Included: Breakfast

SYDNEY Spectacular Sydney Explore one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Visit the Sydney Opera House and travel to Mrs Macquarie’s Chair in the city’s botanic gardens for a great photo opportunity and sweeping views of the harbor and Harbour Bridge. Next, visit world-famous Bondi Beach with time to explore on your own. Return to Sydney and enjoy a cruise on Sydney Harbour to see some of the city’s best views. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURAL GEM The Sydney Opera House is one of the most well-known buildings in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The building was designed by Jorn Utzon, a Danish architect, and was finally completed in 1973, after sixteen years of construction, at a cost of over $100 million dollars. You’ll enjoy a private guided tour of the Opera House and see its interiors and theaters. Hear untold stories, be awed by the acoustics, and learn the history and future of this amazing hall beneath the sails.

Day 19: Sydney

Location: Sydney

Accommodation Name: Sydney Harbour Marriott

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

SYDNEY Sights & Bites Enjoy a full day at leisure. Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellow travel companions for a festive farewell dinner. (B,D)ENHANCED FREE TIME EXPLORE MORE Join an optional excursion to Hunter Valley, one of Australia’s leading wine-growing regions. You can even climb to the top of Sydney’s Harbour Bridge for amazing views of the city and harbour below or walk in the footsteps of Australia’s early convicts, mischievous gangs, and locals of the past on the Rocks District Pub tour. These and more options are available throughout your tour at MyGlobus. Your Tour Director and your GlobusGO mobile app have all the tips and guidance to enjoy your free time.

Day 20: Sydney

Location: Sydney

Accommodation Name: Sydney Harbour Marriott

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Sydney and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase.SYDNEY Until We Meet Again! Your tour ends with breakfast this morning. You may also choose to extend your time in Sydney and explore more on your own. Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)

What's Included

  • Transport

    Travel by flights between cities, motorcoach for local excursions, and experience the iconic Ghan Train journey from Alice Springs to Darwin.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, 6 lunches, 5 dinners.

  • Guided Tours

    Private guided tour of the Sydney Opera House, guided tour of Port Arthur Historic Site, and guided tour of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the Old Telegraph Station in Alice Springs.

  • Excursions

    Visit landmarks such as Parliament House and the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, experience the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island, explore Hobart's waterfront district, visit Port Arthur Historic Site and the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo, visit Seal Bay Conservation Park and Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island, explore the Great Barrier Reef on a catamaran cruise from Cairns.

  • UNESCO Sites

    Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Australian Convict Sites, Great Barrier Reef, Kakadu National Park, Sydney Opera House, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, and Wet Tropics of Queensland.

  • Small Group Discoveries

    Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select South Pacific tour dates, limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Excursions

    Optional evening excursion to see the Penguin Parade on Phillip Island, optional trip to Kuranda via the old scenic rail route, optional 4 wheel-drive excursion into the Daintree Rainforest, optional dinner cruise in Darwin Harbour, optional sunrise helicopter ride at Uluru, optional excursion to Hunter Valley, and optional climb to the top of Sydney’s Harbour Bridge.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks not included in the tour package.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.

  • Flights to and from Australia

    International flights to and from Australia are not included.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 6 lunches, 5 dinners

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select South Pacific tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 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 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 tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Australian Convict Sites|Great Barrier Reef|Kakadu National Park|Sydney Opera House|Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park|Wet Tropics of Queensland

Accommodation

Stay in a selection of premium accommodations including The Savoy Hotel in Melbourne, The Old Woolstore Hotel in Hobart, Majestic Roof Garden Hotel in Adelaide, and the iconic Ghan Train from Alice Springs to Darwin. Enjoy comfort at Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters, Desert Gardens Hotel in Uluru, Hilton Darwin, Pullman Cairns International, and Sydney Harbour Marriott.

Notes

The Ghan Train features twin cabins with upper and lower berths, wash basin, toilet, and shower. Single cabins feature a single berth and wash basin with shared toilet and shower facilities.

This tour visits remote regions where some facilities are not up to the first-class standards you expect from Globus. However, we have selected the best available hotels that satisfy our high standards of cleanliness and comfort.

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique wildlife experiences can I expect on this tour?

    You will have the opportunity to visit the Tasmanian Devil Unzoo, where you can witness a feeding presentation and learn about conservation efforts for the endangered Tasmanian devils. On Kangaroo Island, you will visit Seal Bay Conservation Park and Flinders Chase National Park, where you can see native Australian animals such as kangaroos, wallabies, and koalas in their natural habitat.

  • What is the significance of the Ghan Train journey included in the tour?

    The Ghan Train journey is a legendary Australian experience that offers a unique perspective of the Outback. It is named after the Afghan cameleers who helped explore the interior of Australia. The train journey provides a relaxing way to see the changing scenery of the Outback, with opportunities to enjoy meals in the restaurant car and socialize with fellow passengers.

  • Are there any special dining experiences included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes a special high tea in Melbourne featuring mouth-watering treats, specialty teas, coffee, and champagne. Additionally, there is a memorable dinner under the Outback sky at Uluru, where you can enjoy a bush tucker inspired menu with Australian wines and beers while listening to a didgeridoo and a star talker decoding the southern night sky.

  • What cultural experiences are part of the itinerary?

    The tour includes a private guided tour of the Sydney Opera House, where you will learn about its history and architecture. You will also visit Port Arthur Historic Site, where you can explore Australia's convict history through a guided tour of the historic buildings and gardens.

  • What are some of the natural wonders I will see on this tour?

    You will explore the Great Barrier Reef on a catamaran cruise, visit the stunning coastal formations on the Tasman Peninsula, and see the remarkable rocks and Admirals Arch on Kangaroo Island. The tour also includes a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, where you can see ancient Aboriginal rock art and diverse wildlife.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • 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.

  • 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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Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

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.

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Specifically, Cosmos Tour of Ireland...

11-Aug-2024

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.

Suneetha Raja (Google Reviewer)  

I have done Newfoundland &...

06-Jul-2024

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.

Lynda Bailey (Google Reviewer)  

I really enjoyed my Cosmos...

11-Jun-2024

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.

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