Spain, Portugal & Morocco

Spain, Portugal & Morocco

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$3487

Spain, Portugal & Morocco

17 Days Starting in Lisbon, Portugal and ending in Madrid, Spain

Visiting: Lisbon, Seville, Rabat, Marrakesh, Ouarzazate, Erfoud, Fez, Costa del Sol, Granada, Madrid

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

ZU-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

Activities:

Walking

From: $3676 $3487 Barrhead discount: -$189

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, where cultural wonders and breathtaking landscapes await. Begin in Lisbon with guided tours of Jerónimos Monastery and Belem Tower, and visit a traditional tile workshop in Azeitão. In Seville, explore Casa de Pilatos and the Santa Cruz quarter. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco, where you'll discover the Mohammed V Mausoleum in Rabat, the Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate, and enjoy a 4-wheel drive excursion on the sand dunes of Erg Chebbi in Erfoud. Conclude your adventure in Spain with a guided tour of the Alhambra complex in Granada and a farewell dinner in Madrid. Enjoy luxurious accommodations, scenic drives, and exclusive experiences throughout this culturally rich tour.

Highlights

  • Guided sightseeing in Lisbon includes Jerónimos Monastery and Belem Tower.

  • Visit a traditional tile workshop in Azeitão.

  • Guided sightseeing in Seville includes Casa de Pilatos and a walk through the Santa Cruz quarter.

  • Ferry crossing the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco.

  • Guided sightseeing in Rabat includes Mohammed V Mausoleum and the Roman relics of Chellah.

  • Visit the Kasbah Taourirt en route to Ouarzazate.

  • 4-wheel drive excursion on the sand dune of Erg Chebbi in Erfoud.

  • Guided walking tour of the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife in Granada.

Places You'll See

Hotel Florida

Sevilla Center

Rihab Hotel

Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi

Le Berbere Palace

Kasbah Hotel Chergui

Barcelo Fez Medina

Hilton Garden Inn City Center

Melia Costa Del Sol

Hotel Saray

Nh Madrid Zurbano

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Lisbon,Portugal

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: Hotel Florida

Meals Included: Dinner

At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.ARRIVE IN LISBON, PORTUGAL Welcome to Lisbon! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)

Day 2: Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: Hotel Florida

Meals Included: Breakfast

LISBON Lovely Lisbon LISBON Guided sightseeing includes Jerónimos Monastery and cloister, and a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOTS The stunning capital city of Portugal is a treasure trove of historic and architectural masterpieces. Lisbon is home to the 16th-century Monastery of Jerónimos, adorned with its 100-foot façade featuring images of St. Michael the Archangel and Our Lady of Belém. See the 16th-century Belém Tower, which served as a fortress but also as an embarkation point for sailors and was their last sight of land before the start of their journey. Lisbon’s Monument to the Discoveries pays homage to great Portuguese explorers with a spectacular carved prow of an ancient ship.

Day 3: Lisbon,Azeitao,Seville,Spain

Location: Seville

Accommodation Name: Sevilla Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

LISBON–AZEITAO–SEVILLE, SPAIN Artistry in Azeitão AZEITÃO [LF] Visit a traditional tile workshop en route to Seville. (B,D) 298 mi / 480 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION Enter a world of authentically handmade Portuguese tiles at the São Simão Arte workshop and gallery in Azeitão. It is here that distinguished antique collector Antonio Soares Franco creates his ceramic masterpieces by hand in the style of his ancestors.

Day 4: Seville

Location: Seville

Accommodation Name: Sevilla Center

Meals Included: Breakfast

SEVILLE The Squares of Seville SEVILLE Visit Plaza de España. Guided sightseeing includes Casa de Pilatos, and a walk through the Santa Cruz quarter. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Walk through Seville’s picturesque Plaza de España, originally built for Seville's Ibero-American Expo at the 1929 World's Fair, the 540,000-square-foot plaza features a sprawling mosaic patio. Explore the historic Santa Cruz quarter and its magical maze of tapas, flamenco, and cafés

Day 5: Seville,Tarifa,Rabat,Morocco

Location: Rabat

Accommodation Name: Belere Rabat

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

SEVILLE–TARIFA–RABAT, MOROCCO Magical Morocco STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR Ferry crossing to Morocco. Scenic drive along the Barbary Coast to Rabat. (B,D) 286 mi / 460 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Travel the Mediterranean coastline of North Africa along the Barbary Coast and explore this country that is a true melting pot of cultures from the South of Sahara, France, Spain and many more.

Day 6: Rabat,Casablanca,Marrakesh

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Location: Marrakesh

Accommodation Name: Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

RABAT–CASABLANCA–MARRAKESH As Time Goes By RABAT Guided sightseeing includes Mohammed V Mausoleum and the Roman relics of Chellah.CASABLANCA Enjoy [LF] Lunch at Rick’s Café Américain. Guided panoramic drive includes the Hassan II Mosque. Scenic drive to Marrakesh followed by dinner at your hotel. (B,L,D)205 mi / 330 kmLOCAL FAVORITE CULTURAL GEMS “Everybody comes to Rick’s. It is where deals are made and where time is passed.” Rick’s Café Américain was made famous by the iconic movie with Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. Enjoy lunch and relax in this Moroccan iconic venue and you’ll definitely want to play it again.

Day 7: Marrakesh

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Location: Marrakesh

Accommodation Name: Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi

Meals Included: Breakfast

MARRAKESH The Spice of Life MARRAKESH Guided sightseeing includes Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCITY SIGHTS Marrakesh is a magnificent feast for the senses, from its spice markets to it historic sites, including the intricate designs of Bahia Palace and marble masterpiece of the Saadian Tombs. Steeped in rich heritage and vibrant artistry, Marrakesh endures as a city of artisans who keep its ancient traditions alive.

Day 8: Marrakesh,Ouarzazate

Location: Ouarzazate

Accommodation Name: Le Berbere Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

MARRAKESH–OUARZAZATE Captivating Kasbahs OUARZAZATE Visit the Kasbah Taourirt en route to Ouarzazate. (B,D) 124 mi / 200 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDARY SITE Ouarzazate has remained at the edge of the Sahara Desert for a long time. A city of palm trees and sandy lanes, it is known as “the door to the desert.” Today Ouarzazate is considered Morocco’s Hollywood as it has been immortalized in movies like Lawrence of Arabia, Star Wars, and Gladiator. Many may recognize it as the port of Pentos, one of the Free Cities of the Game of Thrones.

Day 9: Ouarzazate,Erfoud

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Location: Erfoud

Accommodation Name: Kasbah Hotel Chergui

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

OUARZAZATE–ERFOUD Desert Oases Scenic drive through the desert via the Dades Valley with its oases filled with olives, dates, and figs, and see the Todra Gorge, Morocco’s Grand Canyon.ERFOUD Take a [LF] 4-wheel drive excursion to the sand dune of Erg Chebbi. Sip the traditional mint tea. Enjoy dinner in a tent in the desert while watching the sunset. (B,D) 193 mi / 310 kmLOCAL FAVORITE EPIC RIDE A desert sea of sand dunes unfolds in front of your eyes while on a 4-wheel adventure in Erg Chebbi. Take in the endless expanse of sand and sky before sipping traditional mint tea. Afterwards enjoy dinner in a tent in the desert.

Day 10: Erfoud,Er Rachidia,Fez

Location: Fez

Accommodation Name: Barcelo Fez Medina

Meals Included: Breakfast

ERFOUD–ER RACHIDIA–FEZ Sheer Beauty ER RACHIDIA See the Ziz Gorges en route to Fez. (B) 267 mi / 430 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC RIDE Drive along the dramatic and sheer slopes of Ziz Gorges on the Middle Atlas Mountains of Morocco. Take in the spectacular scenery carved by the River Ziz on your way to Fez.

Day 11: Fez,Tangier

Location: Fez

Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn City Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

FEZ–TANGIER The Heart of Morocco FEZ Guided sightseeing includes the Medina and Medersa Bou Inania.TANGIER Take an orientation drive in the city. (B,D) 211 mi / 340 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Discover a lively city akin to Disney’s Aladdin, bursting with vibrant hues and fragrant aromas. Fez’s ancient history comes to life in this part of the town surrounded by high walls, separating the maze of over 9.000 alleys from the outside world.

Day 12: Tangier,Costa Del Sol,Spain

Location: Costa del Sol

Accommodation Name: Hotel Aly Benalmadena

Meals Included: Breakfast

TANGIER–COSTA DEL SOL, SPAIN Strait to Spain STRAIT OF GIBRALTAR Ferry crossing to Spain en route to Costa del Sol. (B) 81 mi / 130 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT EPIC RIDE Cross the deep and narrow waters of the Strait of Gibraltar - connecting the Atlantic Ocean with the Mediterranean Sea. See the massive Rock of Gibraltar that, with Mount Hacho, forms the Pilars of Hercules standing high above one of the world’s busiest waterways. Keep an eye out for the numerous birds that migrate along the strait each year, including Atlantic puffins.

Day 13: Costa Del Sol

Location: Costa del Sol

Accommodation Name: Melia Costa Del Sol

Meals Included: Breakfast

COSTA DEL SOL Sea & Sun COSTA DEL SOL Enjoy a free day on the coast. (B)FREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE Endless beaches to stroll along, hidden caves, white villages that scatter the mountains, historical landmarks with centuries of culture, evenings spent sipping cocktails by the sea, pleasant temperatures all year round and happy friendly people that make you feel at home. These are the many ingredients of the area. Take your pick!

Day 14: Costa Del Sol,Granada

Location: Granada

Accommodation Name: Hotel Saray

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

COSTA DEL SOL–GRANADA Splendid Spain GRANADA Guided walking tour includes the Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife. Lunch at a local restaurant. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B,L) 87 mi / 140 kmNOTE:Day 14 Alhambra complex: Entrance to Nasrid Palace is not guaranteedTOUR HIGHLIGHTARCHITECTURAL GEMS Granada’s Alhambra Complex stands as one of the largest ancient aristocratic sites of Western Muslim culture. Its leafy lanes and streams enhance the grand water gardens of Generalife, at the once summer palace and country estate of the Nasrid rulers.

Day 15: Granada,Toledo,Madrid

Location: Madrid

Accommodation Name: NH Madrid Zurbano

Meals Included: Breakfast

GRANADA–TOLEDO–MADRID City of Three Cultures TOLEDO Join a walking tour with a Local Guide. Visit a Damascene steel workshop en route to Madrid. (B) 292 mi / 470 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION Known as the “City of Three Cultures” Toledo gets its nickname from the ancient influences of the Romans, Visigoths, and North African Moors – evident in the city’s well-preserved synagogues, mosques, and cathedrals. See the Gothic cathedral, Santo Tomé Church with one of El Greco’s masterpieces, and Santa Maria La Blanca Synagogue on a walk through this dynamic city.

Day 16: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Accommodation Name: NH Madrid Zurbano

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

MADRID Masterpieces in Madrid MADRID Guided sightseeing includes the Prado Museum and sights of the Cibeles Fountain and Calle Alcala. Enjoy a farewell dinner of paella at a local restaurant. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTART & ARCHITECTURE The Prado Museum houses one of the world’s largest art collections, including its amazing assortment of masterpieces by historic artists like Velasquez, Goya, and El Greco. The famous museum also displays the works of renowned European masters, including Rubens and Rembrandt, along with a stunning collection of Greco-Roman statues.

Day 17: Madrid

Location: Madrid

Accommodation Name: NH Madrid Zurbano

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.MADRID Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation in various hotels including Hotel Florida in Lisbon, Sevilla Center in Seville, Belere Rabat in Rabat, Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi in Marrakesh, Le Berbere Palace in Ouarzazate, Kasbah Hotel Chergui in Erfoud, Barcelo Fez Medina in Fez, Hilton Garden Inn City Center in Tangier, Hotel Aly Benalmadena and Melia Costa Del Sol in Costa del Sol, Hotel Saray in Granada, and NH Madrid Zurbano in Madrid.

  • Meals

    Full buffet breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 8 three-course dinners.

  • Guided Sightseeing

    Guided sightseeing tours in various locations including Jerónimos Monastery and cloister in Lisbon, Casa de Pilatos and Santa Cruz quarter in Seville, Mohammed V Mausoleum and the Roman relics of Chellah in Rabat, Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs in Marrakesh, Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate, Medina and Medersa Bou Inania in Fez, Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife in Granada, and the Prado Museum in Madrid.

  • Special Experiences

    Special experiences such as visiting a traditional tile workshop in Azeitão, lunch at Rick’s Café Américain in Casablanca, a 4-wheel drive excursion on the sand dune of Erg Chebbi in Erfoud, and a farewell dinner of paella at a local restaurant in Madrid.

  • Transportation

    Ferry crossings across the Strait of Gibraltar and scenic drives along various routes.

  • Small Group Discoveries

    Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.

  • UNESCO Sites

    Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Alhambra and Generalife in Granada, Casablanca Hassan Mosque 2, Historic City of Toledo, Medina of Fez, Medina of Marrakesh, Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon, and Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City).

What's Not Included

Entrance to Nasrid PalaceEntrance to Nasrid Palace in the Alhambra complex is not guaranteed.

Meals

16 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 8 Dinners

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Alhambra and Generalife Granada|Casablanca Hassan Mosque 2|Historic City of Toledo|Medina of Fez|Medina of Marrakesh|Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon|Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City)

Accommodation

Stay in luxurious hotels including Hotel Florida in Lisbon, Sevilla Center in Seville, Belere Rabat in Rabat, Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi in Marrakesh, Le Berbere Palace in Ouarzazate, Kasbah Hotel Chergui in Erfoud, Barcelo Fez Medina in Fez, Hilton Garden Inn City Center in Tangier, Hotel Aly Benalmadena and Melia Costa Del Sol in Costa del Sol, Hotel Saray in Granada, and NH Madrid Zurbano in Madrid.

Notes

Guests are required to manage their own luggage through customs, and when embarking and disembarking the ferry portion of this tour.
The Alhambra complex: Entrance to the Nasrid Palace is not guaranteed.
The Alhambra complex is wheelchair accessible, but the entrance and route differ from those of the included guided visit.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    You will stay in luxurious hotels including Hotel Florida in Lisbon, Sevilla Center in Seville, Belere Rabat in Rabat, Movenpick Mansour Eddahbi in Marrakesh, Le Berbere Palace in Ouarzazate, Kasbah Hotel Chergui in Erfoud, Barcelo Fez Medina in Fez, Hilton Garden Inn City Center in Tangier, Hotel Aly Benalmadena and Melia Costa Del Sol in Costa del Sol, Hotel Saray in Granada, and NH Madrid Zurbano in Madrid.

  • What meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a full buffet breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 8 three-course dinners.

  • Are there any special experiences included in the tour?

    Yes, special experiences include visiting a traditional tile workshop in Azeitão, lunch at Rick’s Café Américain in Casablanca, a 4-wheel drive excursion on the sand dune of Erg Chebbi in Erfoud, and a farewell dinner of paella at a local restaurant in Madrid.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    Transportation includes ferry crossings across the Strait of Gibraltar, scenic drives along the Barbary Coast, and through the desert via the Dades Valley. You will also enjoy guided sightseeing tours and local excursions in various cities.

  • Are there any UNESCO World Heritage Sites included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as Alhambra and Generalife in Granada, Casablanca Hassan Mosque 2, Historic City of Toledo, Medina of Fez, Medina of Marrakesh, Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon, and Rabat (Modern Capital and Historic City).

  • Is the entrance to the Nasrid Palace in the Alhambra complex guaranteed?

    No, entrance to the Nasrid Palace in the Alhambra complex is not guaranteed.

  • What kind of activities are included in the guided sightseeing tours?

    Guided sightseeing tours include visits to Jerónimos Monastery and cloister in Lisbon, Casa de Pilatos and Santa Cruz quarter in Seville, Mohammed V Mausoleum and the Roman relics of Chellah in Rabat, Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs in Marrakesh, Kasbah Taourirt in Ouarzazate, Medina and Medersa Bou Inania in Fez, Alhambra complex and the Water Gardens of the Generalife in Granada, and the Prado Museum in Madrid.

  • What is the group size for the Small-Group Discoveries?

    Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.

  • 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.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset  

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.

Joan Cupp (Google Reviewer)  

My go-to escorted travel Co My...

01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

CTRTeach 11  

Globus exceeded my expectations!

20-Dec-2022

This is my first Globus tour. I was pleasantly surprised with the depth and quality. The hotels were top notch, and the cruise on the Nile exceeded my expectations. The cabins were roomy and comfortable, and the food was very good.

Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

The trip was amazing. Our tour guide was so kind and very knowledgeable. I needed to attend a very important meeting via zoom. She was very understanding and accommodating to my needs and made it happen. I was very grateful! Our driver was by far the best driver I’ve ever encountered! I was beyond impressed with our guide, driver and trip!! I will definitely be back for another adventure!!

Irish Beth Maddock (Google Reviewer)  

Did the Globus Highlands and...

30-Sep-2023

Did the Globus Highlands and Islands Scottish Tour with Ian and Allister. What a trip!! With his sharp wit, immense knowledge and fun humour, Ian absolutely brought Scotland to vivid life with his many tales, informative quips and total, utter passion for history. Was spellbound. Am so VERY thankful I had the opportunity to be on Ian's last bus tour before retiring with Globus. In addition, to being so hard working and helpful, with Allister our driver, I cannot tell you how safe and secure I felt in his capable driving hands. He had some very awkward traffic and interesting roads to navigate with our large bus, (especially on the islands and up north) but he handled it all expertly and without a hitch. So much so, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey. All in all, with our tour, you could tell both these kind men cared very much for those of us who needed the extra help and advice. Made my bucket list trip to Scotland so memorable and wonderful. Thank you Ian and Allister! Globus is truly fortunate to have you both.

Patty Walker (Google Reviewer)  

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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Barrhead discount: -$189

Friday - Sunday

Oct 10, 2025 - Oct 26, 2025
$4142 $3953

Barrhead discount: -$189

Friday - Sunday

Mar 27, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
$4596 $4344

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Apr 03, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
$4747 $4495

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Apr 10, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026
$5679 $5427

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Apr 17, 2026 - May 03, 2026
$4747 $4495

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Apr 24, 2026 - May 10, 2026
$4646 $4394

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

May 01, 2026 - May 17, 2026
$4747 $4495

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

May 08, 2026 - May 24, 2026
$4646 $4394

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

May 15, 2026 - May 31, 2026
$5603 $5351

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

May 22, 2026 - Jun 07, 2026
$4759 $4507

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

May 29, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
$4659 $4407

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Jun 12, 2026 - Jun 28, 2026
$4659 $4407

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Jun 26, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
$5792 $5540

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Jul 10, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
$4621 $4369

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Jul 24, 2026 - Aug 09, 2026
$5565 $5314

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Aug 07, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
$3928 $3676

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Aug 21, 2026 - Sep 06, 2026
$4621 $4369

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Sep 04, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026
$4659 $4407

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Sep 11, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
$4659 $4407

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Sep 18, 2026 - Oct 04, 2026
$4659 $4407

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Sep 25, 2026 - Oct 11, 2026
$4759 $4507

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Oct 02, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026
$4646 $4394

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Oct 09, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
$4646 $4394

Barrhead discount: -$252

Friday - Sunday

Oct 16, 2026 - Nov 01, 2026
$4369 $4117

Barrhead discount: -$252

Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.

    Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Why book with Barrhead?

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Fully Protected

All our holidays are fully financially protected.


Your flight & hotel package is fully ATOL protected.

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Range

Our bespoke holidays are tailor-made to suit your personal requirements.


We can book flights, rail journeys, accommodation, cruises, attraction tickets and much more.


Industry leading discounts, we won't be beaten on price.

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Expert Knowledge

We know because we go – our Touring & Adventure specialists have travelled to over 55 countries.


Reliable & unbiased advice from our trusted travel experts.

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Trusted Agent

Multi award-winning agency with almost 50 years experience.


Rated 4.9/5 on Trustpilot – the highest-rated high-street travel agent.


We look after you every step of the way.


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