America's Historic East with Extended Stay in Washington DC

America's Historic East with Extended Stay in Washington DC

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America's Historic East with Extended Stay in Washington DC

11 Days Starting and ending in Washington, D.C., United States

Visiting: Washington, D.C., Washington DC, Williamsburg, Richmond, Shenandoah National Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

AHE-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group, Special Events

Interests:

Cultural, History

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $4248 $3934 Barrhead discount: -$314

NB: Prices correct on 24-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through America's Historic East with an extended stay in Washington DC. This cultural tour takes you to iconic landmarks and historic sites, including the Lincoln Memorial, Mount Vernon, Colonial Williamsburg, and Gettysburg. Experience the charm of Georgetown, the grandeur of Monticello, and the natural beauty of Shenandoah National Park. Enjoy exclusive performances, guided tours, and colonial-style dinners that bring history to life. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Philadelphia's Liberty Bell and a full day exploring Washington DC's monuments and museums. This tour offers a rich blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty, perfect for history enthusiasts and cultural explorers.

Highlights

  • See many of Washington DC’s famous landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial, Library of Congress, Kennedy Center, historic Georgetown, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials, with stops for photos at the White House and at Capitol Hill.

  • Visit Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington, and tour the house and gardens.

  • Explore Fredericksburg, known for its role in both the American Revolution and the Civil War, and visit Waterman’s Museum.

  • Enjoy a guided tour of Jamestown Settlement and enter Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area.

  • Visit Thomas Jefferson’s estate at Monticello and explore the majestic mansion and beautiful gardens.

  • Travel to Shenandoah National Park and enjoy photo stops and panoramic vistas from Skyline Drive.

  • Tour Gettysburg National Military Park and hear vivid recounts of the Battle of 1863.

  • Visit Valley Forge National Historic Park to see the camp where Washington and his troops endured the harsh winter of 1777-1778.

Places You'll See

Capital Hilton

Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites

Hotel 24 South

Skyland Resort

Gettysburg Hotel

Marriott Philadelphia Old City

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Washington Dc

Location: Washington, D.C.

Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton

At 6 pm, meet with your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.

Day 2: Washington Dc. Excursion To Mount Vernon

Location: Washington, D.C.

Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton

Meals Included: Breakfast

onuments & Moving Memorials On a sightseeing tour, see many of Washington DC’s famous landmarks, including the Lincoln Memorial, Library of Congress, Kennedy Center, historic Georgetown, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial plus the [LF] Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials, with stops for photos at the White House and at Capitol Hill. Try our optional dinner tonight at one of Washington’s favorite restaurants, followed by an illumination tour of the monuments at night.

Day 3: Washington Dc,Mount Vernon,Virginia,Fredericksburg,Williamsburg

Location: Washington DC

Accommodation Name: Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites

Meals Included: Breakfast

WASHINGTON DC–MOUNT VERNON, VIRGINIA–FREDERICKSBURG–WILLIAMSBURG U.S. History & Heroes Visit Mount Vernon, the restored home of George Washington en route to Fredericksburg. Tour the house and gardens and visit the museums. Continue south to Fredericksburg, known for its role in both the American Revolution and the Civil War. After an orientation tour, enjoy a bit of free time to explore the historic district. Continue to [LF] Williamsburg for a 2-night stay. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT A LEGEND SLEPT HERE 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 began running Mount Vernon in 1752, and slowly enlarged the dwelling to create the current 21-room residence. Washington 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.LOCAL FAVORITEHISTORIC SITE Williamsburg is a historic treasure you’ll love exploring. After English settlers founded the colony in 1632, it became the center of political events in Virginia leading to the American Revolution. History lovers are drawn to restored Colonial Williamsburg, part of the Historic Triangle with Jamestown and Yorktown – where America was born.

Day 4: Williamsburg

Location: Williamsburg

Accommodation Name: Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

WILLIAMSBURG Spend your day your way in Williamsburg This morning, enjoy an exclusive [LF] performance from Sylvia Tabb-Lee, a professional historian. This afternoon, explore more of Williamsburg with your choice of included excursions. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. After dinner, consider an optional Colonial Ghost Tour to experience the haunting local legends of Williamsburg. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE HISTORIC MOMENTS Join renowned historian 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 a wealth of information and inspiration in sharing the trials and triumphs of African-American history. TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SITE 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. Within the wooden fort here was England’s first permanent colony in North America and it planted the seeds for the United States of America to grow. Hear the dramatic details of this insurmountable venture 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.TAKE YOUR PICK Explore your way today with your choice of excursions: PATRIOTS’ DREAMS Visit the nearby Jamestown Settlement for a guided tour to learn about the first permanent English settlement in the New World. Then, enter Colonial Williamsburg’s Historic Area, where costumed villagers add to the authenticity. Stroll down the quaint streets, browse through historic trade shops, and see the Public Gaol. Also, be sure to stop at Raleigh Tavern, the meeting place for Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and other patriots. OR: HISTORIC STEPS Journey through historic Williamsburg on a walking tour, “We Shall Overcome: A Black History Experience.” Embark on a tour that transports you to the very paths walked by both free and enslaved inhabitants of Williamsburg. Immerse yourself in the remarkable history of the African American experience in colonial America.

Day 5: Williamsburg,Richmond,Monticello,Staunton

Location: Richmond

Accommodation Name: Hotel 24 South

Meals Included: Breakfast

WILLIAMSBURG–RICHMOND–MONTICELLO–STAUNTON Historic Figures First stop is Richmond, Virginia’s capital and once the capital of the Confederacy. Visit St. John’s Church, where Patrick Henry proclaimed, “Give me liberty or give me death!” Next, visit Thomas Jefferson’s estate at Monticello, the Palladian style structure designed by President Jefferson and displayed on the back of the U.S. nickel currency. Spend the evening in Staunton, nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Visit the home of America’s third president, founder of University of Virginia and principal author of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson, at his grand estate at Monticello. Stroll the beautiful gardens and explore the majestic mansion designed by Jefferson over a 40-year period. Learn about the history of this plantation with a Local Guide.

Day 6: Staunton,Shenandoah National Park

Location: Shenandoah National Park

Accommodation Name: Skyland Resort

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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. Then, journey to beautiful Shenandoah National Park. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Travel to the spectacular expansive vistas of Shenandoah National Park along the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Enjoy photo stops and panoramic vistas from Skyline Drive en route to the historic Skyland Resort, established in the late 1800’s.

Day 7: Shenandoah National Park,Gettysburg,Pennsylvania

Location: Gettysburg, Pennsylvania

Accommodation Name: Gettysburg Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK–GETTYSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA Hallowed Grounds Continue across West Virginia and Maryland into Pennsylvania to Gettysburg National Military Park. Tour Gettysburg and hear your Local Guide vividly recount the Battle of 1863. A Colonial-style candlelight dinner tonight at the elegant [LF] Dobbin House Tavern, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Be transported back in time to the early days of America with a Colonial-style candlelight dinner at Dobbin House Tavern. This elegant Gettysburg restaurant is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. A notable address in Gettysburg! TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Stay overnight at the historic Hotel Gettysburg, established in 1797. President Lincoln honed the immortal words of his Gettysburg Address just steps away from the hotel, and nearly a century later, the hotel served as President Dwight Eisenhower’s National Operations Center.

Day 8: Gettysburg,Lancaster,Valley Forge National Historic Park,Philadelphia

Location: Philadelphia

Accommodation Name: Marriott Philadelphia Old City

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

GETTYSBURG–LANCASTER–VALLEY FORGE NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK–PHILADELPHIA Pennsylvania’s Past & Present Visit a family-owned farm and country market, specializing in cheese production in rural Pennsylvania. Tour the cheese-making operation and taste the dairy creations and flavorful favorites. Travel through Lancaster County past Amish farmland to Valley Forge National Historic Park and continue to Philadelphia, where your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner on the historic Moshulu ship. Launched in 1904, she had a long and exciting career on the seas and is now considered one of Philadelphia’s best restaurants. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Visit Valley Forge National Historic Park to see the camp where Washington and his troops endured the harsh winter of 1777–1778. See the Memorial Arch, the Grand Parade, and the Washington Memorial Chapel.

Day 9: Philadelphia,Washington Dc

Location: Philadelphia

Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton

Meals Included: Breakfast

PHILADELPHIA–WASHINGTON DC Philadelphia Freedom Sightseeing this morning features the famed historic treasures, including the iconic Liberty Bell. Continue to Washington D.C. for a 2-night stay. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SITES The Liberty Bell bears a timeless message: "Proclaim Liberty Throughout All the Land unto all the Inhabitants Thereof" where it rang out from Independence Hall to summon lawmakers to work and the citizenry to gather for news. Benjamin Franklin noted while writing a letter, "Adieu, the bell rings, and I must go among the grave ones and talk ‘politicks.’" Go beyond the iconic crack to learn how this State House bell was transformed into an extraordinary symbol of civil rights and still resounds with a message of freedom and hope.

Day 10: Washington Dc

Location: Washington DC

Accommodation Name: Capital Hilton

Meals Included: Breakfast

WASHINGTON DC The Nation’s Capital A full free day includes the Big Bus for easy access to the monuments and museums, the galleries and gardens, and the bistros and bars where you can find every type of cuisine plus live entertainment. (B)FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE in Washington DC with free time to see the sights of the Nation’s capital. Globus provides you with a boarding pass for the popular Big Bus for easy hop-on/hop-off sightseeing of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Day 11: Washington Dc

Location: Washington DC

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay at various hotels including Capital Hilton in Washington DC, Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites in Williamsburg, Hotel 24 South in Staunton, Skyland Resort in Shenandoah National Park, Gettysburg Hotel in Gettysburg, and Marriott Philadelphia Old City in Philadelphia.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily and 4 dinners are included.

  • Guided Tours

    Guided tours of various historic sites including Mount Vernon, Jamestown Settlement, Monticello, Gettysburg National Military Park, and Valley Forge National Historic Park.

  • Local Experiences

    Exclusive performances and presentations by local historians and actors, including a performance by Sylvia Tabb-Lee and a portrayal of Ulysses S. Grant and his wife Julia.

  • Transportation

    Transportation between destinations is included.

  • Big Bus Pass

    A boarding pass for the Big Bus hop-on/hop-off sightseeing tour in Washington DC is provided.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Dinners

    Optional dinners at local restaurants are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • Gratuities

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

  • Airfare

    International and domestic airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 4 dinners

Notes

The June 25 departure spends July 4th in Washington DC. Festivities include a parade, concerts, and fireworks display on the grounds of the Washington Monument. Due to the national holiday, the Big Bus sightseeing tour is not available on July 4th.

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America 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 escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Independence Hall|Monticello

Accommodation

Washington DC: Capital Hilton, Williamsburg: Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites, Staunton: Hotel 24 South, Shenandoah National Park: Skyland Resort, Gettysburg: Gettysburg Hotel, Philadelphia: Marriott Philadelphia Old City

Mode of Transport

The tour includes transportation by coach, with sightseeing tours and excursions to various historic landmarks and national parks.

Check out our Q&As

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

    The tour includes stays at various hotels and resorts such as the Capital Hilton in Washington DC, Williamsburg Woodlands Hotel & Suites in Williamsburg, Hotel 24 South in Staunton, Skyland Resort in Shenandoah National Park, Gettysburg Hotel in Gettysburg, and Marriott Philadelphia Old City in Philadelphia.

  • Are there any special events or performances included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes several special events and performances such as an exclusive performance by historian Sylvia Tabb-Lee in Williamsburg, a presentation by Ulysses S. Grant and his wife Julia in Gettysburg, and a Colonial-style candlelight dinner at Dobbin House Tavern.

  • What kind of meals are included in the tour?

    The tour includes breakfast daily and four dinners. Some of the dinners are special events, such as a Colonial-style dinner at a famous local Tavern in Williamsburg and a farewell dinner on the historic Moshulu ship in Philadelphia.

  • Is there any free time during the tour to explore on my own?

    Yes, there is a full free day in Washington DC where you can use the Big Bus for easy access to the monuments, museums, galleries, and other attractions.

  • What are some of the key historical sites visited during the tour?

    The tour visits several key historical sites including Mount Vernon, Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown Settlement, Monticello, Gettysburg National Military Park, Valley Forge National Historic Park, and the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia.

  • Are there any special considerations for the tour departing on June 24?

    Yes, the June 24 departure spends July 4th in Washington DC, where you can enjoy festivities including a parade, concerts, and a fireworks display on the grounds of the Washington Monument. However, the Big Bus sightseeing tour is not available on July 4th.

  • What is the group size for this tour?

    Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates, which are limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. This ensures extra space between travelers while still providing an up-close and personal experience.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes coach transportation for traveling between different locations and sightseeing tours.

  • 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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