Americas Historic East by Globus Tours

America's Historic East

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America's Historic East

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America's Historic East

Duration: 9 Days

Land Tour w/deluxe motorcoach

WASHINGTON, D.C., VIRGINIA, PENNSYLVANIA and MARYLAND

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Journey through the heart of American history, where iconic cities, legendary landmarks, and the stories that shaped a nation come to life. From the living history of Colonial Williamsburg and the battlefields of Yorktown to Independence Hall and the monuments of Washington, DC, this journey traces the people, places, and events that defined the United States.

Visit George Washington's Mount Vernon and Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, walk the hallowed ground of Gettysburg National Military Park and Valley Forge, and stand beside Philadelphia's Liberty Bell. In Washington, DC, explore inspiring monuments and memorials honoring the nation's leaders and heroes, while the scenic overlooks of Shenandoah National Park provide a breathtaking contrast to the historic sites along the way.

Blending early American history, heritage, charming towns, and nationally treasured landmarks, this East Coast journey offers a deeper understanding of the people, places, and ideals that continue to shape the nation today.

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Special features included in this tour:

• Guided monuments and memorials sightseeing in Washington DC, featuring iconic tributes to America's presidents, veterans, and defining moments in history
• Visit Mount Vernon, George Washington's home and gardens overlooking the Potomac River
• Visit the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown, part of Virginia's Historic Triangle, to explore the nation's fight for independence through immersive exhibits and artifacts
• Stop at Yorktown Battlefield, site of the decisive victory that secured American independence, and enjoy free time in the historic district
• Two-night stay in Colonial Williamsburg, including guided sightseeing and a private performance by a local historian bringing the 18th century to life
• Visit Richmond and St. John's Church, where Patrick Henry delivered his famous "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death!" speech, plus a guided tour of Monticello, Thomas Jefferson's mountaintop estate
• Visit the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library to explore exhibits dedicated to the life and legacy of the 28th U.S. president
• Scenic drive along Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park, showcasing panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains
• Experience Gettysburg National Military Park, including the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War, the Gettysburg Cyclorama, and a battlefield tour with a Local Guide
• Visit Valley Forge National Historical Park, where George Washington's Continental Army endured the winter of 1777–78
• Guided sightseeing in Philadelphia, including the Liberty Bell and a visit inside Independence Hall, birthplace of the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution
• Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus pass for independent exploration of Washington DC's museums, monuments, and historic neighborhoods.

Notes:

Continue your East Coast vacation with a Washington DC Extension! (Tour AHE)

The March 26 departure is in Washington DC during the National Cherry Blossom Festival. The special departure stays in Staunton for two nights and does not stay at Skyland Resort. The visit to Shenandoah National Park and other planned activities are not affected by the change.

Guests should be prepared for easy but sustained walking throughout the tour, including over uneven ground during select days of sightseeing. The order of sightseeing is subject to change.

Enjoy spectacular fall colors on Fall Foliage departures: September 24-October 1 (Mother Nature permitting)

The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on this vacation:

Independence Hall
Monticello

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

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

THIS TOUR INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING TRANSPORTATION MODES:

Ride in Comfort

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

HEADSETS throughout the tour

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

WASHINGTON, DC Capital Hilton (SF)
WILLIAMSBURG The Williamsburg Lodge, Autograph Collection (F)
STAUNTON Hotel 24 South (SF)
SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK Skyland Resort (F)
GETTYSBURG Gettysburg Hotel (F)
PHILADELPHIA Marriott Philadelphia Old City (SF)

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

DINING HIGHLIGHTS

Breakfast daily, 4 three-course dinners including a farewell dinner in Philadelphia

Day 1 Arrive in Washington DC

Welcome to Washington DC! At 6 pm, meet with your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.

Day 2 Washington DC

Monuments & Moving Memorials

Explore historic landmarks on a Washington, DC sightseeing tour with a Local Guide, including the Lincoln Memorial, Library of Congress, Kennedy Center, historic Georgetown, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and Korean War Veterans Memorial with stops for photos at the White House and at Capitol Hill. Enjoy leisure time this afternoon to explore on your own. Consider the Smithsonian Museums, C & O Canal in Georgetown, International Spy Museum, or a walk along Embassy Row. Try the optional excursion this evening for dinner and an illumination tour of the monuments at night.

ENHANCED FREE TIME

The Smithsonian is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with many of its museums located along the National Mall. Explore the National Museum of the American Indian’s expansive collection and indigenous landscaping; the Smithsonian National Museum of American History—rich in artifacts highlighting historic American culture, including Dorothy’s ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz, Muhammad Ali’s boxing gloves, and a special exhibit honoring the nation’s flag, the Star-Spangled Banner; the National Museum of African American History and Culture for significant exhibits illustrating African American culture and history, including the Revolutionary War and Civil Rights Movement.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

Georgetown’s 18th- and 19th- century grand mansions have been home to politicians, celebrities, and famous Washingtonians in one of the oldest neighborhoods in the district and continue to attract the DC elite. The cobblestone roads, waterfront views, upscale bars, trendy boutiques, and diverse culinary scene draw locals and tourists to the charming, historic area.

Breakfast

Day 3 Washington DC–Mount Vernon, Virginia–Yorktown–Williamsburg

U.S. History & Heroes

Visit Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington enroute to Williamsburg. Tour the house and gardens, including the formal garden designed for Washington’s guests. Explore the museums and Washington’s Tomb, the final resting place for George and Martha Washington. Continue south to Yorktown, known for its role in both the American Revolution and the Civil War, and visit the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. Then journey on the Colonial Parkway to Williamsburg for a 2-night stay at the Williamsburg Lodge and dinner at a local restaurant.

LOCAL FAVORITE
A historic property built by John D. Rockefeller Jr. and designed by Gilbert Stanley Underwood in 1939, the Williamsburg Lodge is the perfect base for which to explore Colonial Williamsburg. A colonial-themed property with modern amenities, the luxurious Williamsburg Lodge is steps away from historic taverns, museums, shops, and 18th-century living history demonstrations.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

The Virginia mansion estate of America’s first president, Mount Vernon is one of the most iconic 18th-century homes in America. The patriot and president renovated the home, and it grew to 10 times the size of the average home in colonial Virginia. . George Washington slowly enlarged the dwelling to create the current 21-room residence. He oversaw each renovation, advising on design, construction, and decoration; the changes reflect his growing status as a Virginia gentleman and ultimately as the leader of a new nation.

Breakfast

Dinner

Day 4 Williamsburg. Excursion to Jamestown Settlement

America's First Footsteps

This morning, enjoy an exclusive performance by Sylvia Tabb-Lee, a professional historian. Visit the Jamestown Settlement, a living-history museum that brings 17th-century Virginia to life and explore the story of the first permanent English settlement in America. Discover how Jamestown's struggles, successes, and cultural encounters helped shape the future of the Virginia colony and the nation that would follow. Return to Colonial Williamsburg for free time to discover the area on your own as the remainder of the day is at leisure. Explore restored Colonial Williamsburg, part of Virginia's Historic Triangle with Jamestown and Yorktown, where pivotal moments in America's past come to life.

LOCAL FAVORITE
Join renowned actor Sylvia Tabb-Lee for a fascinating and moving performance in Williamsburg that illuminates and inspires insight into the experience of slaves in American history. In keeping with her philosophy of “Each One, Teach One; Each One, Reach One,” Tabb-Lee is an inspiration in sharing the trials and triumphs of African American history.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

When the Virginia Company settlers landed at Jamestown to establish an English colony 60 miles from the Chesapeake Bay in 1607, they faced enormous challenges and hardships in a dramatic experience of disease and famine. Hear the dramatic details of this ambitious undertaking with a tour led by an expert guide, including the legend of Captain John Smith, the dark, starving winter of 1609, and the story of Pocahontas – all part of the thrilling story of America’s birthplace.

Breakfast

Day 5 Williamsburg–Richmond– Monticello–Staunton

Historic Figures

Depart Williamsburg and travel to Richmond, Virginia’s historic capital, where the story of America’s fight for independence comes alive. Step inside St. John’s Church, the very place where Patrick Henry delivered his stirring “Give me liberty or give me death!” speech that helped ignite a revolution. Continue to the breathtaking estate of Thomas Jefferson at Monticello, a masterpiece of Palladian architecture designed by Jefferson himself and recognized today from the back of the U.S. nickel. Wander through beautifully manicured gardens, elegant rooms, and sweeping mountain views while learning about Jefferson’s remarkable legacy and the complexities of life on this historic plantation. End the day in charming Staunton, nestled among the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia’s scenic Shenandoah Valley—an inviting town known for its walkable downtown, welcoming atmosphere, and classic Southern charm.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

Experience an unforgettable visit to Monticello, the extraordinary home of Thomas Jefferson—founding father, author of the Declaration of Independence, and America’s third president. Explore the grand mansion Jefferson spent more than 40 years designing, stroll along the terraced gardens and marvel at the timeless panoramic views of the Virginia countryside.

Breakfast

Day 6 Staunton–Shenandoah National Park

Complex Views

Visit the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, located at the 28th President’s birthplace. Gain a better understanding of the life and times of President Woodrow Wilson, his impact on the world, and his relevance today and for the future. Continue to beautiful Shenandoah National Park for dinner and a free evening in the park.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

Travel through the spectacular landscapes of Shenandoah National Park along the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Enjoy photo stops and panoramic views from Skyline Drive enroute to the historic Skyland Resort, established in the late 1800s.

Breakfast

Dinner

Day 7 Shenandoah National Park–Gettysburg

Hallowed Grounds

Discover the blooming wildflowers and songbird calls on a gentle guided walk this morning in Shenandoah National Park. Journey on Skyline Drive for majestic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and woodland animals. Continue across West Virginia and Maryland into Pennsylvania to Gettysburg. Before visiting the battlefield, gain insight through the interactive exhibits in the Gettysburg Museum of the American Civil War and view the iconic Battle of Gettysburg Cyclorama at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum. Follow the decisive events of the war including Lincoln’s enduring address with the film, “A New Birth of Freedom.” Continue to the battlefield with your Local Guide who vividly recounts the American Civil War Battle of 1863. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant tonight in downtown Gettysburg.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

Stay overnight at the historic Hotel Gettysburg, established in 1797. President Lincoln stayed just steps away from the hotel prior to delivering the Gettysburg Address, and nearly a century later, the hotel served as President Dwight Eisenhower’s National Operations Center.

Breakfast

Dinner

Day 8 Gettysburg–Lancaster–Valley Forge National Historic Park–Philadelphia

Pennsylvania Past & Present

Visit a family-owned country market, specializing in local dairy products, fresh vegetables, and delightful sweets in rural Pennsylvania. Travel through Lancaster County past Amish farmland to Valley Forge National Historical Park and continue to Philadelphia, where your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner on the historic Moshulu ship. Launched in 1904, she enjoyed a remarkable career transporting cargo around the world before finding a permanent home on Philadelphia's waterfront.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

Visit Valley Forge National Historical Park to see the camp where Washington and his troops endured the harsh winter of 1777–1778 during the American Revolutionary War. See the Memorial Arch, the Grand Parade, and the Washington Memorial Chapel.

Breakfast

Dinner

Day 9 Philadelphia

Liberty & Legacy

This morning, discover the rich history of Philadelphia as you explore the city's most iconic landmarks in the birthplace of American independence, including the Liberty Bell on a guided sightseeing tour. Your vacation concludes with a seamless transfer to Philadelphia International Airport or to your Washington, DC tour hotel for guests extending their stay. Please schedule departing flights from Philadelphia International Airport after 2:00 p.m.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT

Few landmarks capture the spirit of the nation like the Liberty Bell. Inscribed with the words, “Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land unto all the Inhabitants Thereof,” the bell once rang from Independence Hall to summon lawmakers and citizens alike. Over time, it became far more than a statehouse bell—emerging as a powerful symbol of freedom, equality, and civil rights. Discover the remarkable story behind this enduring American icon and the message of hope it continues to inspire today.

Breakfast

Please note: Itinerary and hotel accommodations may change due to departure dates, seasonal adjustments, and weather concerns. We will include the exact itinerary, including any applicable modifications and tour components, for your chosen departure date in our full response and quote.

America's Historic East
9 Day Tour

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Celebrating nearly 100 Years of Touring!

YOUR TOUR DIRECTOR

SUSANNAH JONES

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

Travel, food, music, and laughter bring people together. There is nothing like seeing faces with bright smiles when they taste a local delicacy, hear live regional music, and make lifelong friends while traveling together. I was raised in the South, lived in Germany, and taught Middle School all before beginning my second career as a Tour Director. I love the joy of making unforgettable experiences for guests from East to West. There are the majestic sights of national parks in Yosemite, the surreal landscape of Yellowstone, the haunting beauty of our Wetlands, and the bluish-green hues of the Shenandoah Valley. Tasting Peanut soup, beignets, and Fry Bread lets you taste local culture. Traveling will change you for the better!

Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are land only. We also offer competitive group-based airfares from your home city airport that fit with this particular touring program.

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and The Globus Family of Brands

Nearly 100 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 (see Globus History video right).

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

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

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

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

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

Touring Is Just Another Way To Say "Perfectly Planned"

Think about all the great things you plan to do on your vacation. Now picture it going perfectly. That's what it feels like to tour. Bypassing the waiting lines at attractions, enjoying the company of your fellow travelers instead of driving on your own, walking into your hotel lobby and loving it every time. Not a moment of your priceless vacation wasted.

With Globus, it goes beyond planning perfection. After more than 80 years we've come to know vacations like no one else. And we can't wait to share its stories with you. Those unforgettable details about the colorful characters and places that will transform your visit into a lasting memory. Throughout your Globus tour your destination will be brought to life by expert Tour Directors who will share those stories and their intimate knowledge of every location and landmark.

With more than 225 guided vacations to more than 70 countries on six continents, Globus gives you choice to ensure you'll see the world the way you want.

VIP Access - skip the lines and get special treatment at the must-see attractions.

Central Hotels - we've done the work to find just the right hotels in the heart of the city.

Tour Directors - take your heads out of the guidebook and let expert guides make every destination fascinating.

Transportation - leave the navigating to us – and just sit back and enjoy the ride.

Inside visits to major and must-see sites are included in the vacation price.

A variety of travel styles and specialty travel includes Cruise & Tour, Family Travel, Religious Vacations, and more.

As you encounter famous sights, you don't just view or drive by—you visit, taking the time to go inside and learn the stories that bring them to life.

The ideal combination of free time and planned activities results in the perfect getaway.

Portage is included! Not handling your own bag really enhances your vacation experience.

A dynamic blend of transportation includes deluxe motorcoach, rail, air, and cruise—we make getting there part of the fun!

Many great meals are included in the package price—for a great value plus freedom to experience the local fare as you wish.

As the most recognized Tour Operator in the industry, our vacations receive five times the recommendation rate as our nearest competitor, and we're the escorted travel provider of choice by Travel Weekly, Recommend magazine, and Travel Age West.

Globus escorted travel receives a 97% satisfaction rating on our customers' post-vacation surveys.

More than 90 years experience showing people the world.

When you travel with Globus, even the places you lay your head at night have their own intriguing histories and captivating stories to uncover—because many Globus hotels are legendary places in their own right. At our superior, conveniently located hotels, you'll always feel well looked after because we know that relaxing in comfortable, clean, attractive accommodations at the end of a busy day of sightseeing is essential. The hotels we carefully select have mastered the fine art of handling group check-ins and baggage, and of balancing efficiency with the individual attention you deserve. You won't be surprised by any hidden check-out charges, either. And with your hotels often within mere steps of the world's greatest sites and attractions, you'll never waste precious vacation time getting to the sights you want to see most.

Superior Accommodation

Globus uses chains such as Crowne Plaza, Forte, Hilton, Holiday Inn, Hyatt, Inter-Continental, Jolly, Queens Moat Houses, Marriott, Mövenpick, Radisson SAS, Renaissance, Scandic, Sheraton, Sofitel, Thistle and Westin.

The specific hotels we have selected for you are listed separately for each tour. The vast majority of our hotels are rated deluxe (D), superior first-class (SF), or first-class (F). In overnight places where there is no hotel in these categories or where our demand exceeds the supply, we choose the best available superior tourist-class (ST) or tourist class (TC) hotels.

Most hotels have amenities such as satellite TV, mini-bar, a cocktail lounge, a restaurant, room service and concierge services. Many also have a swimming pool, health club, shops, and dry cleaning and laundry services.

Globus hotel ratings follow standards set by the independent Hotel & Travel Index and by national tourist boards. The specific rating for each contract hotel is determined by our quality controllers.

We reserve the right to substitute hotels listed on the itinerary pages with hotels of equivalent standard. With your Globus travel documents you’ll receive a list of hotel addresses, telephone numbers, and fax numbers for your vacation.

Why Globus is Better

Even though our main competitors use hotels with comparable quality, none of them has mastered the art of creating vacations that will enthrall you and enrich you, with lots of side trips, adventurous optionals, and many other memorable experiences.

Dining in Style

With Globus, even meals are designed for your convenience and to help you make the most of your vacation. Start each day with a hearty included breakfast; take advantage of free time to sample the local fare on your own; and discover culinary highlights through food and wine tastings, and traditional meals at local restaurants.

Extra Nights Before and After Your Vacation

If you require extra nights at the first and/or last vacation hotel, we will make reservations for you at the rates quoted, provided you request them at the time you book your vacation. Rates are per person, per night, and include room with private bath, breakfast, service charges, and taxes.

Extra nights are only available immediately prior to or after your vacation. Every effort will be made to reserve extra nights at the hotel where your vacation stays. If space at the hotel is not available, alternative accommodations will be reserved at a hotel of equivalent standard. When this is the case, the transfer from and to the vacation hotel is at our expense.

As hotel space is limited, we cannot reserve more than two extra nights before and/or after your vacation, unless they are needed to bridge the gap between two Globus vacations. During particularly busy periods, hotel space in certain cities can become so tight that we may be unable to sell extra nights.

Experience the World

Through the Eyes of a Local Expert!

One of the biggest benefits of a Globus escorted vacation is getting to experience the very essence of your destination in the company of Tour Directors and Local Guides who are actually from the region. Year after year, these experts are rated the best in the industry by travelers and travel agents—and our perfectly planned itineraries incorporate their feedback so that you can get the most out of every stop. All along the way, they share their vast knowledge of the areas, offer special recommendations, and tell colorful stories about each historic landmark to help bring your journey to life in a powerful, memorable, and enriching way.

NO TIME WASTED with VIP ACCESS

A Minute Saved Is a Minute Earned

We've spent more than eight decades creating and finely honing vacations that strike the perfect balance between included planned activities…and leisure time to explore on your own. We actually take you inside the world's most awe-inspiring places, where your expert Tour Director and Local Guides reveal the little-known facts and colorful tales about the destination. This very special VIP access means you'll have a richer overall experience, and will spend less time waiting in lines so you can enjoy the unique flavors and customs of each stop along the way. Plus, Globus offers more included features than our nearest competitor—at no additional cost to you. And all of our planning adds up to great value—a Globus tour can save you up to 40% versus traveling on your own.

We Handle the Details

Seeing the world doesn't have to be a hassle—and with Globus, it isn't! Our escorted vacations come with ultimate peace of mind as you travel without worrying about the details. Because of Globus' buying power, you enjoy unmatched value when it comes to your hotels, transfers, inside visits of must-see attractions, and flight prices. You even have the option to personalize your trip with extra days and additional excursions.

Standard Amenities & Services

Discounts available for early bookings, frequent travelers, second tours within the same year, group travel, young travelers, and triple rooms

Expert Tour Directors, Cruise Directors, Hosts, and Local Guides

Twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower (hotel taxes, service charges, and tips for baggage handling included)

Private deluxe touring motorcoaches equipped with air-conditioning, extra leg room, and emergency restroom

Helpful travel documents

In Europe, Hosts, Tour Directors, and Cruise Directors at airports greet and assist you with the transfer to your hotel (applicable for air inclusive vacations, and land-only clients who have purchased transfers through Globus)

In Europe, high-speed Eurostar train rides on all vacations traveling between London and Paris (or Brussels)

Transportation to Suit

Each Moment of Your Vacation!

The Best Way to Go

No other Tour Operator offers as many means of included transportation as we do! At Globus, we believe getting from here to there can really add to the fun, so we employ a wide range of transportation. From trains and luxurious cruise ships to planes and canoes, your magical journey will deliver you to encounters with fascinating people and places, where you can create lasting stories of your own.

Seeing the World in Ultimate Comfort

On your Globus escorted tour, getting around in each city is completely hassle-free. You never have to worry about searching for some ill-defined shuttle meeting place—because we pick you up at your hotel and deliver you right to each destination's world-famous attractions. Our private deluxe motorcoaches include all the comforts you'd expect, including air-conditioning, an emergency restroom, and extra leg room, comparable to the airlines' upgraded "plus" seating so there's plenty of room to stretch out and relax!

Motorcoach Standards

Ride in Comfort

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

Free Wi-Fi on Your Motorcoach

Our state-of-the-art motorcoaches offer free Wi-Fi in North America and Europe, as well as video monitors. Once again, Globus has ushered touring into new territory, making it possible for travelers to stay connected with family and friends and browse online for free while touring. Most of our ultramodern motorcoaches now feature free wireless Internet connection. So, as you're enjoying your escorted tour, you can share your experience with friends and relatives back home...and it's all at no cost!

Please note that free connectivity features browsing only; downloading is not available. Some tour departures may not offer this service. Unfortunately, details regarding availability cannot be provided prior to the commencement of the tour. Some countries—such as Iceland, Israel, Jordan, Russia, and Ukraine—and certain regions of other countries do not have Wi-Fi service coverage, so free Wi-Fi is not available. When local coaches are used for transfers or occasionally for sightseeing tours, wireless service is not available.

Limited Group Size for Extra Comfort

The length and width of modern motorcoaches is standard, prescribed by law. The difference among tour operators is in the number of seats installed and actually sold. While it is customary to install and sell 53 seats, Globus installs fewer seats for extra leg room, and limits group size to a maximum of 44 tour members (Europe vacations only). The extra space contributes enormously to your comfort. For airport and port transfers in Britain we generally use motorcoaches with 53 seats.

Smoke-Free Coaches

For non-smokers and moderate smokers an otherwise perfect vacation can be spoiled if they are forced to inhale other people's smoke on a motorcoach. We therefore do not allow smoking on the coach. There are plenty of opportunities to smoke during the frequent stops.

Experienced & Professional Drivers

Globus drivers take pride in driving and in their vehicles, keeping them in great shape and spotlessly clean. Your driver will help you on and off the motorcoach with a smile and load your bags with care. Our travelers consistently lavish the highest praise on the person behind the wheel!

Emergency Washrooms

Motorcoaches in Europe are equipped with an emergency washroom. For transfers and sightseeing in London this amenity is not available. We deliberately use the term "emergency washroom," because this facility is not meant to be used regularly in lieu of the restrooms at our frequent comfort stops.

Sustainable Travel

Globus is committed to reduce transportation-related energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. Globus utilizes motorcoaches that are 5 years or newer and equipped with the latest technology in emission control and reduction. In addition, the utilization of these modern motorcoaches provide 206.6 passenger miles per gallon and on averages, seven times more energy and fuel efficient than a single-occupancy automobile. Each motorcoach replaces as many as 55 passenger cars on the roads, slashing fuel usage and pollution emissions.

Flights and Airfare

Flights Coordinated With Your Vacation

With Globus, think of your entire vacation as one-stop shopping. Rather than spending hours researching flights to coordinate with your vacation start and end dates, let us handle the work. And when we book your flights, if there are any changes to your vacation schedule, we make the air changes for you. As a completely independent company, we have no ties to any one airline. We negotiate the lowest possible airfares with the world's finest carriers on your behalf.

Globus offers 2 air options - Flex Air and Instant Purchase Air. Flex Air allows flexibility if you want to make changes to your vacation schedule. Instant Purchase Air may offer additional airline options but has more restrictions. Some vacations may only offer one Air type option.

Low Air-Inclusive Prices

& Free Airport Transfers

Regardless which air option you choose when you book your Globus vacation air-inclusive, the transfer to and from the airport to your start and end hotel is included (on published departure and return dates). This can be a substantial savings and give you peace of mind.

Land-only vacation clients who make their own air arrangements on regularly scheduled direct or nonstop flights (not chartered flights) into terminals may purchase our airport transfer service.

Airport transfers can be arranged when you purchase extra nights before or after the vacation. Transfers cannot be provided when you join late or leave early. Flight information for air purchased separately from Globus will be required at time of booking the extra night transfers and must be provided to Globus prior to final payment.

Transfers will be provided only if confirmed by Globus. Look for confirmation of your transfer in the travel documents.

We Also Accept Your Reservation on a Land-Only Basis

While booking your vacation air-inclusive gives you all the advantages described, you can also choose the land-only option.

Book Early to Get Even Better Prices Than Those Listed

The earlier you book, the better the rates will be, as availability of the best airline rates is at its best. For up-to-the-minute air prices, look online or ask a Travel Consultant. Any changes and/or revisions to airline flights may affect your air-inclusive price.

Booking your Vacation with Air

Guaranteed air-inclusive prices - air is only available to passengers traveling from the United States and only available when booked in conjunction with a land vacation. An additional non-refundable air deposit is required for Flex Air booked in conjunction with any land vacation (i.e. air-inclusive vacation). Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a vacation package. Instant Purchase Air requires air payment in full at time of booking (i.e. air-inclusive vacation) plus $30 per person non-refundable service fee. Once booked, Instant Purchase Air is non-refundable, and non-changeable. Some vacations may only offer one Air type option. However, once your airfare is confirmed and Globus has received your full air and land deposit, your air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed.

How We Select Your Flights

Since seats for our low-cost airfares fill quickly, we urge you to book early. Air-inclusive reservations cannot be made later than 10 days prior to departure. Additional rules may apply. Ask our Travel Consultants for details. Although we will try, Globus cannot always honor carrier or flight preferences.

Air tickets will be received two to three weeks prior to vacation departure. For any late bookings, tickets are sent overnight after final payment is received. It is advised to contact your air carrier for special service requests, such as specific seat assignments and special meals, or, if applicable, to advise your frequent flyer number.

Upgrades

Business class and/or Premium Economy upgrades may be available for purchase. Please inquire with your Travel Agent at the time of booking for applicable price quotes. NOTE: U.S. connection flights typically do not have upgraded cabins available in conjunction with international upgraded service.

Air-Inclusive Vacations – Applicable Taxes & Fees

Air inclusive price quotes will include all government-imposed taxes and fees applicable at the time of booking and will be shown as a Total Amount. Additional airline fees for baggage may apply. At the time of booking your air-inclusive vacation online, carrier Websites will be provided to check baggage fees, or you can visit www.iflybags.com for up-to-date baggage pricing/restrictions. The total airfare price, the base airfare price, and the applicable government taxes and fees are broken-out line-by-line and shown while booking online and on the invoice after your travel is booked. For return travel from some countries, international travelers are required to pay entry and/or exit fees at the airport. These fees will be collected by the local government and are payable by the traveler at time of travel. Your confirmation booking information will contain information about these fees.

Not Included In Your Vacation Price

Charges not included in the land vacation price: airfare to and from the start of your vacation; airline baggage fees including checked and/or excess baggage fees; Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; applicable cruise taxes, fees, fares and port charges; passports; visas and vaccinations; transfers; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); additional excursions and activities not listed as 'included' in the itinerary; porterage at airports or train stations; Travel Protection premiums; and all other items of a personal nature.

Taxes and fees

Taxes and fees are extra and subject to change and are not guaranteed until full land and air deposit are received.

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Requirements

Travel Protection Plus offers comprehensive protection for your travel investment. In addition to excellent trip coverage and cancellation protection, the plan also includes a Cancel for Any Reason Waiver Benefit that allows for cancellations up to 24 hours prior to departure (or prior business day, whichever is farther out) for any reason. In the event cancellation is for a non-covered reason under Travel Protection Plus, the cancellation penalty retained by Globus, minus the travel protection payment, will be reimbursed under the Cancel for Any Reason Waiver Benefit, in the form of Travel Certificates valid for travel within two years from the original cancelled vacation start date. This Cancel for Any Reason Waiver Benefit does not cover Instant Purchase Air or independently purchased air.
Travel Terms & Conditions
The purchase of any travel services offered by Globus, constitutes a contractual arrangement between you and Globus, and represents your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions. Please ensure that you read carefully and understand the Terms & Conditions prior to booking. These Terms & Conditions cover Deposit & Final Payment information, Air-Inclusive Deposits & Final Payment, Revisions & Revision Fees, Air Arrangements, Participation, Travelers Who Need Special Assistance, Young Travelers, Smoking, Price Policy, Visas and Passports, Hotels & Accommodations, Baggage Allowance, Travel Documents, Not Included in the Land Price, Refunds, Service Inquires After the Vacation, Holidays, Safety, Photos & Pictures, Optional Excursions, and Responsibility.

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.

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.

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.

With nearly a century of experience, Globus has earned more travel awards than any other tour company in the world. From industry accolades to guest-voted honors, our shelves are stacked – and every award tells the same story. Unforgettable vacations; delivered flawlessly.

TravelAge West
Every year, the editors at TravelAge West sort through hundreds of travel companies to spotlight the very best. We’re thrilled to be named to their prestigious Editor’s Picks – a nod to the unforgettable experiences we get to share with you.

Travel Weekly
As North America’s most influential travel industry news source, Travel Weekly shines a spotlight on excellence with its annual Readers’ Choice Awards. We’re proud that their savvy audience – advisors, partners, and travel pros – continues to place Globus among the best of the best.

TravelPulse
Known as the “Oscars of the travel industry,” the TravelPulse Awards recognize top companies across every corner of travel: destinations, hotels, cruise lines, airlines, and more. To be chosen by travel advisors – the people who know the industry inside and out – makes this recognition especially meaningful.

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