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THE BEST OF SPAIN
9 DAYS

The Best of Spain by Globus Tours


THE BEST OF SPAIN
Duration: 9 Days
 
Includes: Land Tour w/deluxe motorcoach

Visits to: SPAIN


Specially-priced Air Rates Available: YES

THE BEST OF SPAIN

Click here for Globus Promos!The best way to see all highlights of Spain in a short time! Stay two nights in Madrid and enjoy a welcome dinner and guided sightseeing including a visit to the palatial Prado Museum. Via Cordoba, where a guided visit to the Mosque of the Caliphs is included, arrive in vibrant, festive Seville, capital of Andalusia. Here visits to the magnificent Plaza de España, used in the movies Lawrence of Arabia and Star Wars, the Alcazar, and the Santa Cruz quarter are included. In Granada, enjoy a guided walking tour with visits to the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife. Next is Valencia, once a royal capital, where Roman, Moorish, and Spanish history comes alive during your guided walking tour. Also sample the traditional Horchata drink, and enjoy a special paella dinner with wine. End in Barcelona, Spain’s second-largest city, marvel at Gaudi’s masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia Basilica, visit the Gothic quarter, and enjoy a Sangria and a special farewell dinner with wine at La Fonda del Port Olimpic restaurant.


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INCLUDED FEATURES

MADRID
Welcome dinner; guided sightseeing, visit the Prado Museum

CORDOBA
Guided walking tour, visit the Mosque of the Caliphs

SEVILLE
LOCAL FAVORITES! Visit the Plaza de España; guided sightseeing, visit the Alcazar, and walk through the Santa Cruz quarter

GRANADA
Guided walking tour, visit the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife

VALENCIA
Guided walking tour; taste the Horchata drink; LOCAL FAVORITES! paella dinner with wine at a local restaurant

BARCELONA
Guided sightseeing, take pictures of the Sagrada Familia Basilica, and visit the gothic quarter; enjoy a LOCAL FAVORITES! Sangria and special farewell dinner with wine at a local restaurant


December 20 Departure – Christmas Eve in Granada.

INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges when applicable.

LOCAL FAVORITES!  LOCAL FAVORITE
Globus helps you get out there and really experience your destination! We take you behind the scenes to spotlight what makes this exciting destination unique - and to introduce you to its local flavors.

Headsets throughout the tour


MEALS
    Full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners, including a welcome dinner in Madrid, a special paella dinner in Valencia, and a special farewell dinner in Barcelona

QUALITY HOTELS
SUPERIOR HOTELS - (D) Deluxe (SF) Superior First-Class (F) First-Class

    • Madrid Agumar (F)
    • Seville Sevilla Center (SF)
    • Granada Saray (SF)
    • Valencia NH Center (F)
    • Barcelona HCC St. Moritz (F)

    THIS TOUR INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING TRANSPORTATION MODES:

    Globus Motorcoach tour busesRide in comfort
    Each Globus motorcoach has upholstered, reclining seats with headrests and individual air-conditioning vents. A high-fidelity sound system broadcasts professional Tour Director's commentary to every seat. Our custom of daily seat rotation gives everyone a variety of vantage points to see the passing countryside and city scenes.
     

    AIRPORT TRANSFERS
    Airport transfers may be included when you make your flight arrangements.

Tour Itinerary

Day
1 Arrive in Madrid, Spain


Welcome to Madrid! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)
Day 2 Madrid
Globus Tours - SpainThe capital since 1561, Madrid today is a strikingly modern city, the showcase of a country resolutely turned towards the future. Your Local Guide takes you to the Puerta del Sol, Plaza de España with its monument to Cervantes, the Parliament, Cibeles Fountain, elegant Calle Alcala, and Paseo de Castellana. Then, the highlight: a visit to the palatial PRADO MUSEUM with its priceless art treasures. To make the most of your stay, exciting optional excursions are available. (Breakfast)
Day 3 Madrid–Cordoba–Seville
Drive south through the arid landscapes of Don Quixote’s La Mancha to Cordoba, where sightseeing with a Local Guide includes the Alcazar, the Roman Bridge, and the medieval Jewish quarter. Tour the magnificent 8th-century MOSQUE OF THE CALIPHS, famous for its 850 pillars of porphyry, marble, and jasper. Then, continue to Seville, the vibrant, festive capital of Andalusia, (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 Seville
Start with LOCAL FAVORITES! a visit to magnificent Plaza de España, used in the movies Lawrence of Arabia and Star Wars. Meet your Local Guide, and hear about the city’s role in Roman times, its conquest by the Moors in 712 AD, and its contribution to the discovery of the New World. Admire Maria Luisa Park, the Golden Tower on the Guadalquivir River, and the university that used to be the tobacco factory of Carmen fame. Also visit the ALCAZAR, founded in the 11th century as a Moorish fortress, with its Palacio de Don Pedro. Then, stroll through the narrow lanes of the charming SANTA CRUZ QUARTER. For those interested, an optional extended guided visit to the cathedral is available. Tonight, for a truly Andalusian night out, reserve a seat at our optional Flamenco show. (Breakfast)
Day 5 Sevillle–Granada
Globus Tours - SpainSightseeing with a Local Guide features Granada’s main attraction, the ALHAMBRA COMPLEX. The mighty yet graceful citadel was planned by 13th-century Moorish ruler Al Ahamar. A fantasy of “lace in stone” surrounded by arabesque gardens and fountains, it affords superb views of the Old Quarter and Sacromonte, a mountain occupied by Gypsy cave dwellers. Also amble through the magnificent WATER GARDENS OF THE GENERALIFE, the royal summer residence. (Breakfast)
Day 6 Granada–Valencia
Cross Mora Pass and pass troglodyte cave dwellings, hollowed out of the soft tufa stone, near Purullena and Guadix on your way to Valencia, once a royal capital. During your guided walking tour, Valencia’s Roman, Moorish, and Spanish history comes alive. Sample a traditional Horchata drink, and tonight, LOCAL FAVORITES! a special paella dinner with wine has been prepared for you at one of Valencia’s local restaurants. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 7 Valencia–Barcelona
Enjoy a scenic drive along the coast to Barcelona, Spain’s second-largest city and host of the Olympic Games in 1992. Tonight, why not join an optional dinner at a typical Catalonian restaurant?
Day 8 Barcelona
Globus Tours - BarcelonaSightseeing with a Local Guide features the Columbus Monument, Plaza de Cataluna, and Paseo de Gracia. Admire the spectacular Sagrada Familia, Gaudi’s masterpiece, and enjoy a panoramic view of the city and harbor from Montjuïc Hill. Also visit the GOTHIC QUARTER. This afternoon, an optional excursion to Montserrat can be arranged, and this evening, LOCAL FAVORITES! enjoy Sangria and a special farewell dinner with wine at La Fonda del Port Olimpic restaurant to say, “Adios” to your traveling companions. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 9 Barcelona
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)

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Book a new 2013 Globus vacation to receive a 5% discount on the land-only portion of the core tour, package or cruise, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees tips or supplements. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 3, 2012 and December 31, 2013, for travel commencing by December 31, 2013. Must be a Journeys Club member at the time of booking and a US resident to receive discount. Must have traveled within the last five years of your booking to receive the discount. Journeys Club discount is not available retroactively. Applies to new 2013 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.



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It pays to travel more often! Book two Globus vacations traveling in the same year and receive 5% off the land portion of your second tour. And if you take three tours, you save 5% on each of your next two.

Discount on the land-only portion of core tour, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and supplements. Does not apply to Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon Waterways. Multiple tours must travel within the same calendar year and must be booked at the same time. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 1, 2012 and December 31, 2013. Discount is calculated off the least expensive tour. Not combinable with any other offer or discount. Offer reliant on space availability, and applies to new bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.



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Traveling with family and friends has always been rewarding, and now the rewards can really pile up. Small groups of 5, 6, or 7 can save 5% per person off the land-only portion of Globus vacations. And don't forget: in groups of 8 to 15, one person travels at half-price; in a group of 16+, one person travels free. So, bring others along and multiply the fun—and the savings!

Traveling party of 5, 6 or 7 must travel from same origination point and must be advised at the time of booking. Discount on the land-only portion of core tour, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and supplements. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 1, 2012 and December 31, 2013, for travel commencing by December 31, 2013. Does not apply to Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon Waterways. Not combinable with any other offer or discount other than the Journeys Club repeat traveler benefit. Not combinable with other group allowances. Travelers already traveling at a discount, such as children, do not count toward the party total. Offer reliant on space availability, and applies to new bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.



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With Globus, travel is definitely a family affair. Young travelers ages 8-17 receive a 10% discount on the land-only portion of their Globus vacation.

And on Globus Family vacations and any Monograms vacation package, young travelers save as much as 25%.

10% off Young Traveler discount based on the full land-only cost of the tour. Does not apply to Avalon Waterways. To receive the Young Traveler discount, the age of the traveler must qualify at commencement of services. Discount is applicable to any accommodation. 25% off Young Traveler discounts apply to Globus Family Travel and Monograms vacations. On Globus Family Travel vacations, we welcome travelers as young as 5.



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You can also save when three people travel together and share accommodations. Refer to the itinerary pages for the specific reduction per tour.

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About Globus

History Video of Globus ToursMore than 75 years ago, Antonio Mantegazza bought a rowboat to transport commercial goods across Lake Lugano in Switzerland. Who could know that rowboat would launch the world's leading escorted travel company? Today Globus is a global, family-owned company reaching every corner of the world. Globus is now the first choice among individuals looking for vacations with both domestic and international travel in a variety of styles to six continents and hundreds of itineraries to choose from.

Antonio's frequent trips across the scenic lake led him to consider opportunities in a different market - tourism. His entrepreneurial instinct pushed him to gradually acquire some motorcoaches to transport tourists around the Lake Lugano area. In 1928, Antonio opened a company specializing in motorcoach touring called Globus Viaggi. The company began with a fleet of 12 coaches which operated local excursions for European tourists in Switzerland.

By 1950, Globus Viaggi had grown to a fleet of 33 coaches and featured overnight excursions to Rome, Venice, the Dolomites and the French Riviera. Gradually, these became regularly scheduled tours and grew longer to cover more ground. Later that decade, under the leadership of Werner Albek, Antonio's business partner, Globus pioneered the concept of Grand European Touring by offering first-class European tours to North Americans. By 1961, the company launched its Cosmos arm, which featured affordable, value-priced European touring for the cost-conscious British traveler.

The coach tours were so successful that Cosmos soon introduced another form of travel for the British market: air holiday packages to the sunny destinations of southern Europe. By 1968, Cosmos air holidays became so popular the company formed its own airline, Monarch Airlines. Monarch Airlines started out modestly with two used Britannia aircraft and eventually blossomed into one of the most successful European charter companies with a large fleet of modern jets and its own engineering division.

Under the flagship of Sergio Mantegazza, current president and son of Antonio, Globus began expanding its markets beyond Great Britain and North America. Since 1974, travel packages have been sold in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and most recently in Southeast Asia. Starting in the 70s, the company also aggressively expanded its offerings, introducing travelers to more countries than any other tour operator with packages to Africa, South and North America, Europe, the South Pacific and Asia.

Today, the Globus family of brands is marketed and operated by a network of more than 32 independent tourism and aviation businesses, serviced by a group of more than 5,000 professionals worldwide. Combined, Globus, Cosmos, and Monograms carry over 500,000 passengers a year, making the organization the leading operator of guided vacations worldwide. Globus attributes its success to the ideals of founder Antonio Mantegazza. For three generations, his vision, hard work, love for travel, and commitment have guided the company. These values are the cornerstone on which Globus was built and will continue to grow.

Vacation Standards
When you travel with Globus you'll simply get MORE! You'll get MORE selection, MORE included features, MORE quality hotels, MORE experience and MORE value. You'll get inside attractions which you'll merely see from the outside with other travel companies. Globus has almost 80 years of experience for you to take advantage of. Vacation Standards 

    * Free airport transfers
    * Saving options
    * Help along the way
    * Hotels
   * Transportation

What is Escorted Travel?


One of the biggest benefits of escorted travel is the ability to experience a destination without worrying about the details such as transfers, hotels and much more. You will have plenty of free time to explore on your own but you will also benefit from the expert knowledge of our Tour Directors.

And Globus enables you to choose the escorted experience that will suit you best. Do you want a vacation with more planned time or a do you want to enjoy a more independent experience with less "guided" time? There are hundreds of itineraries for you to choose from.

There is also value you receive with an escorted vacation that is difficult or nearly impossible to get with your own planning. Because of Globus' buying power and thanks to nearly 80 years of experience, you will get unmatched values when it comes to your hotels, excursions and even your air price. You will often also have the option of adding even more inclusives to your trip or even adding days to your vacation.

Escorted travel with Globus will allow you to travel with confidence. Globus has offices located all around the globe so you can rest assured during your vacation that you will never be stranded without access to our legendary customer service. The Tour Directors all speak English, besides their native tongue, and often other languages. They are also some of the most experienced in the business, averaging almost 150 vacations each, which also helps avoid confusion or problems for you on a Globus vacation.

You will also have the peace of mind of Globus' $10 million consumer protection plan while you travel domestically or abroad. You can even (for a small fee) be sure that if an emergency came up before your trip you could cancel or reschedule it easily.

The best way to experience the benefits of escorted travel is to choose the Globus vacation that is best for you and then trust Globus to provide you with a superb travel experience.

Trust & Travel Insurance


For generations, Globus has worked hard to provide the best on-trip experiences, world-class customer service, and the best consumer protection plans available in the travel industry.

   * $11 Million of Travel Protection
   * Worldwide Scope
   * Travel Protection
   * Travel Protection Plus
   * Global Travel Community
   * Awards
   * Affiliations

$11 Million of Travel Protection

Globus has provided a $10 million letter of credit* issued by a leading bank to protect payments made by its customers for all 2005 vacation departures sold in the United States. "In these uncertain times, we feel it is important to assure our customers and our travel partners that we are financially secure and that we back our products 100 percent," said Phillip Gordon, chief executive officer and president. This is in addition to the $1 million traveler's assistance program maintained by the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) in favor of Globus travelers.

*The $10 million letter of credit has been issued by Credit Suisse S.A. in favor of PRO-CLAIM, INC. of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, acting as trustee of a trust for the benefit of Globus and Cosmos customers who advance deposits or payments for any Globus or Cosmos tour departure sold in the United States. PRO-CLAIM INC., as trustee of the trust, is responsible for refunding deposits or payments (excluding deposits or payments made by credit cards, since chargebacks are available), for Globus and Cosmos tours sold in the United States in the event Group Voyagers Inc., d/b/a Globus and Cosmos, becomes insolvent, bankrupt or ceases business.
 

Worldwide Scope

Globus is truly a worldwide operation with 32 offices around the world to assist travelers. Booking Globus vacations is always simple due to a network of over 13,000 knowledgeable travel agencies offering Globus vacations. Globus is also offered by some of the most well known travel consortia, such as Vacation.com.

Travel Protection

You're planning your annual vacation, or the vacation of a lifetime. Either way you don't want to think about canceling or interrupting your trip. Or getting sick. Or losing your luggage. We know these things can happen and we provide travelers peace of mind with a Travel Protection Plan. The plan costs from $79-$249 per person (depending on the vacation destination and price) and offers a wide range of benefits. Ask your travel agent for the details, get the details in your travel documents or follow the link below.

Please note that the Czech Republic now requires a minimum of $35,000 medical and repatriation insurance coverage. Our basic Travel Protection policy has a $25,000 limit, however will be increased to $35,000 while in the Czech Republic in order to meet Czech Republic requirements. There is no additional cost for this extra coverage. If you choose to purchase insurance independently, please know that the you may be required by immigration to produce proof of coverage while traveling in the Czech Republic.

Travel Protection Plus (Cancellation Protection)


If you purchase the Globus family of brands Travel Protection Plan, you may also purchase the optional Globus family of brands Travel Protection Plus Plan at an additional cost of only $30.00 per person. This additional Benefit* (if purchased) allows you to cancel your vacation up to 24 hours (or the prior business day, whichever is farther out) before your scheduled departure for any reason not covered by the basic Travel Protection Plan provisions. Under this Travel Protection Plus Plan Benefit, Globus family of brands will reimburse the cancellation penalty amount, as retained by the Globus family of brands, in travel certificates, minus the insurance premium. Plus, now Travel Protection Plus extends your basic Travel Protection Plan benefits to include coverage of air penalties or change fees on air purchased outside of the Globus family of brands, when canceling for a reason covered by your basic Travel Protection Plan.

*The Travel Protection Plus Plan is provided by Globus family of brands and is not an insurance benefit and must be purchased with the initial payment for your Trip.
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Globus recognizes the importance of preserving the North American attractions that our travelers go to great lengths to experience, which is why Globus is donating generously to the Tourism Cares for Tomorrow for restoration and preservation of five "American Icons." The donations are going toward specific projects, rather than operational costs.

Awards

For six years in a row, Globus has been selected by Recommend Magazine as the best Tour Operator to Europe, and a top finalist for North America, Asia, Latin America and Africa. The brand was also named in Travel Weekly's 2004 Reader's Choice Awards as Best Tour Operator - Europe and 2005 Reader's Choice Awards as Best Tour Operator - Europe, Best Tour Operator - International and Best Tour Operator - Asia and South Pacific.

SAVE UP TO 45% OFF when purchasing a Globus Tour Program when compared to booking your trip independently. Since 1928, Globus has been a world leader when purchasing bulk rates from every hotel, transportation and attraction featured within these quality touring programs. We also provide a private viewership rate for an even greater savings. Inquire below or call us!

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Europe in Depth
31 Days
by Globus Tours
The Grand European
23 Days
by Cosmos Tours
Traditional Grand European
21 Days
by Globus Tours
The Best of Europe
18 Days
by Cosmos Tours
Continental Introduction
From Paris to London
16 Days
by Globus Tours
European Tapestry
14 Days
by Globus Tours
Legendary Waterways of Europe 15 Days by 
Collette Vacations
Europe's Highlights
15 Days
byCosmos Tours
From Vienna to Istanbul 15 Days by Globus Tours Continental Introduction
From Paris to Amsterdam 14 Days by Globus Tours
The Best of Eastern Europe 14 Days by Globus Tours East Meets West 14 Days by Globus Tours
Magnificent Cities of Central and Eastern Europe 13 Days by
Collette Vacations
Enchanting Europe
13 Days by Globus Tours
From St. Paul's to St. Peter's
12 Days by Cosmos Tours
European Charm
13 Days by Globus Tours
Essential Europe
11 Days by Globus Tours
The Best of Italy and France 11 Days by Globus Tours A Taste of Europe
10 Days by Cosmos Tours
Six Countries, Venice and Paris 10 Days by Cosmos Tours
Imperial Splendors
10 Days by Globus Tours
From the Colosseum to the Eiffel Tower
10 Days
by Globus Tours
Bohemian Dream
9 Days by
Globus Tours
European Highlights
with Sorrento 12 Days by Globus Tours
European Highlights
9 Days by Globus Tours
European Sampler
From London to London
10 Days by
Globus Tours
European Sampler
From London to Paris
9 Days by Globus Tours
Holland, Luxembourg and Belgium 9 Days by Globus Tours
London and Paris 7 Days by Globus Tours A Week in London and Paris 7 Days by Monograms Vacations



MORE REGIONAL PROGRAMS
THE BRITISH ISLES: ENGLAND | SCOTLAND | IRELAND
Britiain and Ireland in Depth
25 Days
by Globus Tours
The Best of the British Isles
20 Days
by Globus Tours
Highlights of Britain and Ireland
15 Days
by Globus Tours
Scottish Highlands and Islands
14 Days
by Globus Tours
Exploring Britiain and Ireland 14 Days by Collette Vacations From the Shannon to the Thames
13 Days by Globus Tours
Celtic Highlights
13 Days by Globus Tours
Scenic Ireland
13 Days by Globus Tours
Scotland and Ireland
12 Days by
Collette Vacations
Essential Britain
12 Days by Globus Tours
Emerald Isle
10 Days
by Globus Tours
Essential Britain and Ireland
10 Days
by Globus Tours
Shades of Ireland
9 Days by
Collette Vacations
Irish Explorer
9 Days by Cosmos Tours
Discover Scotland
9 Days by
 
Collette Vacations
British Landscapes
9 Days by
Collette Vacations
Britain Sampler
9 Days by Globus Tours
London and Paris
7 Days by
Collette Vacations
Introduction to Ireland
7 Days by Globus Tours
The Best of Southern England
7 Days
by Globus Tours
London and Paris
7 Days
by Globus Tours
Bonnie Scotland 7 Days by Globus Tours Two Weeks in London and Paris 14 Days by
Monograms Vacations 
London, Amsterdam, and Paris 10 Days by
Monograms Vacations
A Week in London
7 Days by 
Monograms Vacations 
A Week in London and Paris 7 Days by 
Monograms Vacations 



FRANCE | GERMANY
La France!
15 Days by Globus Tours
Alpine Countries
15 Days by Globus Tours
Grand Tour of France
14 Days
by Cosmos Tours
The Best of Eastern Europe
14 Days
by Globus Tours
Two Weeks in London and Paris 14 Days by 
Monograms Vacations 
Poland, East Germany and World War II
12 Days by Globus Tours
Highlights of Germany
12 Days by Cosmos Tours
The Alpine Countries
12 Days by
Collette Vacations
German Highlights
11 Days by Globus Tours
France Magnifique!
11 Days by
Collette Vacations
London, Amsterdam, and Paris 10 Days by
Monograms Vacations 
Imperial Splendors
10 Days by Globus Tours
Bohemian Dream
9 Days by Globus Tours
Colors of Provence
9 Days
by
Collette Vacations
Munich, Salzburg and Vienna 11 Days by Globus Tours French Sampler
8 Days
by Globus Tours
Normandy, Brittany and Chateau Country 8 Days by Globus Tours A Week in Paris 7 Days by
Monograms Vacations  
London and Paris
7 Days by 
Collette Vacations
A Week in London and Paris 7 Days by
Monograms Vacations 

SWITZERLAND | AUSTRIA
Alpine Countries
15 Days by Globus Tours
From Vienna to Istanbul
15 Days
by Globus Tours
The Best of Eastern Europe
14 Days
by Globus Tours
The Alpine Countries
12 Days by 
Collette Vacations
Best of Austria and Switzerland
11 Days
by Globus Tours
The Legendary Danube
11 Days by Globus Tours
Imperial Splendors
10 Days by Globus Tours
Bohemian Dream
9 Days by Globus Tours
Discover Switzerland, Austria and Bavaria
10 Days by
Collette Vacations
Munich, Salzburg and Vienna 8 Days by Globus Tours Grand Tour of Switzerland
8 Days by Cosmos Tours
Signature Danube ~
'M/S River Cloud II'
8 Days
by
Abercrombie and Kent
Best of Switzerland
8 Days
by Globus Tours




ITALY | GREECE | TURKEY
Southern Italy and Sicily
16 Days
by Cosmos Tours
The Best of Italy and Sicily
15 Days
by Globus Tours
Turkish Delight
14 Days by Globus Tours
Exploring Greece and its Islands 14 Days by
Collette Vacations
The Best of Turkey
8 Days
by Globus Tours
Italian Vistas 8 Days by Globus Tours Italian Mosaic
13 Days
by Globus Tours
Highlights of Sicily and Southern Italy
14 Days
by Globus Tours
The Best of Italy
13 Days
by Cosmos Tours
Italian Vistas
12 Days
by
Collette Vacations
Italy's Treasures
11 Days
by
Collette Vacations
Italian Lakes and Greek Isles 11 Days by
Collette Vacations
Best of Italy and France
11 Days
by Globus Tours
Best of Italy
11 Days
by Globus Tours
Splendors of Italy
11 Days
by
Abercrombie and Kent
Southern Italy and Sicily
10 Days by
Collette Vacations
Northern Italy's Highlights 10 Days
by
Globus Tours
Italian Treasures
11 Days by Globus Tours
Italian Highlights
10 Days by Globus Tours
Greek Island Hopper Cruise/Tour 10 Days by Globus Tours
Greece and Turkey Cruise/Tour
11 Days by Globus Tours
Discover Croatia
10 Days by
Collette Vacations
Crossroads of Sicily
10 Days
by Collette Vacations
Rome and the Amalfi Coast 9 Days by
Collette Vacations

Reflections of Italy
9 Days
by
Collette Vacations
Italian Tapestry
9 Days by Globus Tours
Gems of Umbria and Tuscany 9 Days by Globus Tours Iconic Aegean
Cruise/Tour
8 Days by Globus Tours
Italy's Great Cities
8 Days by Globus Tours
Iconic Aegean Cruise/Tour 7 Days by Globus Tours Classical Greece
8 Days by Globus Tours
A Taste of Italy
7 Days by Globus Tours

SPAIN | PORTUGAL | MOROCCO
Spain, Portugal and Morocco 17 Days by Globus Tours Spanish Fiesta
14 Days by Globus Tours
Iberian Vacation
13 Days by Globus Tours
The Best of Spain and Portugal 13 Days by Cosmos Tours
Sunny Portugal
9 Days by
Collette Vacations
Spectacular Spain
9 Days by Globus Tours
The Best of Spain
9 Days by Globus Tours
Spain's Classics
9/12 Days by
Collette Vacations

Portugal In Depth
12 Days
by Abercrombie and Kent
Signature Spain
10 Days
by Abercrombie and Kent



RUSSIA | NORTHERN/EASTERN EUROPE
Russia and Northern Europe
18 Days
by Globus Tours
Arctic Circle
18 Days
by Globus Tours
Jewels of the Baltics
16 Days by Cosmos Tours
The Best of Eastern Europe 14 Days by Globus Tours
The Scandinavian
13 Days by Globus Tours
Northern Capitals
13 Days
by Globus Tours
Magnificent Cities of Central and Eastern Europe 13 Days by Collette Vacations Warsaw, The Baltics and St. Petersburg 14 Days by Globus Tours
Poland, East Germany and World War II
12 Days by Globus Tours
Imperial Splendors
10 Days by Globus Tours
Russian River Cruise
10 Days by
Collette Vacations
Bohemian Dream
9 Days by Globus Tours
Holland, Luxembourg and Belgium 9 Days by Globus Tours Scenic Norway
9 Days by Globus Tours
Iceland Adventure
8 Days by Globus Tours
St. Petersburg and Moscow
7 Days by Globus Tours
Wonders of Iceland
7 Days by
Collette Vacations






Romantic Rhine (NB)
8 Days from Zürich to Amsterdam
Romantic Rhine (SB)
8 Days from Amsterdam to Basel
Windmills, Vineyards and Paris (NB) 10 Days from Paris to Amsterdam Windmills, Vineyards and Paris (SB) 10 Days from Paris to Amsterdam
Capitals of Central Europe
10 Days from Prague to Budapest
European Splendor (EB)
13 Days from Amsterdam to Vienna
European Splendor (WB)
13 Days from Vienna to Amsterdam
Highlights of Germany
13 Days from Munich to Basel

Blue Danube to the Black Sea (EB) 14 Days from Vienna to Bucharest Blue Danube to the Black Sea (WB) 14 Days from Bucharest to Vienna Grand France
(SB) 16 Days from Paris to Côte d'Azur
Grand France
(NB) 16 Days from Côte d'Azur to Paris
Magnificent Europe (EB) 15 Days from Amsterdam to Budapest
Magnificent Europe (WB) 15 Days from Budapest to Amsterdam Jewels of Central Europe (EB) 17 Days from Paris to Budapest Jewels of Central Europe (WB) 19 Days from Budapest to Paris
 
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