Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World

Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World

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Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World

13 Days Starting in Santiago, Chile and ending in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Visiting: Santiago, Puerto Natales, Torres del Paine National Park, El Calafate, Perito Moreno Glacier, Ushuaia, Buenos Aires

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

SF-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English
From: $8777 $8400 Barrhead discount: -$377

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

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the "Patagonia: Journey to the End of the World" tour, exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Argentina and Chile. Begin your journey in Santiago, Chile, with a city tour showcasing colonial and contemporary contrasts. Travel through the Patagonian steppe to Puerto Natales and Torres del Paine National Park, where you'll witness stunning natural wonders like the Milodon Cave and Grey Glacier. Cross into Argentina to visit El Calafate, with excursions to the Upsala and Perito Moreno Glaciers. Continue to Ushuaia, the world's southernmost city, for a Beagle Channel cruise and a visit to Tierra del Fuego National Park. Conclude your adventure in Buenos Aires, experiencing its vibrant culture, historic sites, and a captivating tango show. This small-group tour offers an intimate and immersive experience, perfect for adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts.

Highlights

  • Explore the highlights of Santiago, including the Government Palace, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and Santa Lucia Hill.

  • Visit La Vega Central Market in Santiago to learn about traditional Chilean food and enjoy a terremoto cocktail.

  • Scenic drive through the Patagonian steppe from Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales.

  • Discover the Milodon Cave and prehistoric fossils in Torres del Paine National Park.

  • See the iconic Los Cuernos peaks, Salto Grande waterfall, and Grey Glacier in Torres del Paine National Park.

  • Cruise on Lago Argentino to view icebergs and Upsala Glacier, and visit Estancia Cristina.

  • Marvel at the Perito Moreno Glacier in Los Glaciares National Park.

  • Cruise along Beagle Channel in Ushuaia and see a colony of Magellan penguins on Martillo Island.

  • Explore Tierra del Fuego National Park, the southernmost national park in the world.

  • Experience Buenos Aires with a visit to La Boca, San Telmo, Plaza de Mayo, and Recoleta Cemetery, and enjoy a tango show.

Places You'll See

Sheraton Santiago Hotel & Convention Center

Remota

Hotel Las Torres

Hotel Mirador Del Lago

Cilene Del Fuego

Loi Suites Recoleta

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Santiago,Chile

Location: Santiago

Accommodation Name: Sheraton Santiago Hotel & Convention Center

Meet your Tour Director after your arrival.

Day 2: Santiago

Location: Santiago

Accommodation Name: Sheraton Santiago Hotel & Convention Center

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

SANTIAGO Toasts of the Town After breakfast, embark on a city tour with a Local Guide who will show you the highlights of this great city of colonial and contemporary contrasts. See the famous Government Palace, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and Santa Lucia Hill. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit La Vega Central Market to learn about traditional Chilean food including steaming pots of cazuela and humitas, similar to tamales! Enjoy a terremoto cocktail (meaning ‘earthquake’ and made of Chilean wine, liqueur, and sorbet) at a local pub before a visit to Cerro San Cristobal for stunning views of Santiago and the Andes. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTLOCAL TASTES Visit La Vega Central Market, the area’s largest local market housing more than 2,000 traders selling the most local produce, where. A majority of local restauranteurs source their ingredients. During your visit, discover not only typical Chilean foods but also food from neighboring countries as well.

Day 3: Santiago,Punta Arenas,Puerto Natales

Location: Puerto Natales

Accommodation Name: Remota

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

SANTIAGO–PUNTA ARENAS–PUERTO NATALES Patagonia Pleasures Depart Santiago and fly to Punta Arenas on the Strait of Magellan, gateway to Chile’s Patagonia. Head to Puerto Natales on a scenic drive through the Patagonian steppe passing rivers, forests, mountains, and ranches. Enjoy dinner at the hotel tonight. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC RIDE Your drive today takes you through the Patagonian steppe or desert. Keep an eye out for guanacos (a type of camelid) commonly found in this region, along with condors, fox, chinchilla, and, for the very lucky, the more elusive puma.TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION Designed by National Architecture Award winner, Germán del Sol, the Remota Patagonia Lodge offers an extraordinary stay where nature is always the main stage. Inspired by traditional wind-tilted Patagonian shearing sheds, Remota Patagonia Lodge sits serenely austere and comfortable retreat amid the spectacular and ruggedly windswept landscape of Puerto Natales.

Day 4: Puerto Natales,Torres Del Paine National Park

Location: Torres del Paine National Park

Accommodation Name: Hotel Las Torres

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

PUERTO NATALES–TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK Fossils, Flora & Fauna Visit the legendary Milódon Cave, where prehistoric fossils dating back 14,000 years ago, including those of a saber-toothed tiger and a gigantic sloth weighing over a ton, have been found. Venture into Torres del Paine, one of the most spectacularly scenic regions in the world. Arrive at your hotel for some free time before dinner featuring a traditional BBQ including fresh ingredients from the onsite garden. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Your small group is in for a big adventure with a guided hike to experience the natural wonders of Torres del Paine National Park. Spanning a massive area, this park was named a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1978 for its cascading waterfalls, roaring creeks, shimmering lakes, and jagged mountains. During your visits to see the famous sites, including Los Cuernos, Lago Pehoe, and Salto Grande, you’ll be sure to spot some of the park’s fauna, such as herds of guanacos, foxes, swans, and birds. Also stop at Lago Grey to see the imposing Grey Glacier, floating icebergs, and the beautiful views and rugged landscapes!TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION Experience a breathtaking estancia atmosphere amid the peaks of Patagonia's Torres del Paine National Park. Check into Hotel Las Torres before your small group is welcomed with a traditional BBQ. including fresh ingredients from the hotel's onsite garden.

Day 5: Torres Del Paine National Park

Location: Torres del Paine National Park

Accommodation Name: Hotel Las Torres

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK Peak PerfectionToday, enjoy a full day exploring the park. See Los Cuernos, or “the horns,” the iconic jagged granite peaks that loom over the windswept plains. Next, view the spectacular waterfall, Salto Grande in the park’s lake district. After lunch at the hotel, head to the Laguna Azul where you have a good chance of seeing some of the park’s wildlife, including guanacos and condors. End the day at Cascada Paine, a beautiful waterfall surrounded by rugged vistas. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Discover more of the breathtaking beauty of Torres del Paine, considered by many who visit to be the world’s most spectacular national park. From its dramatic and jagged peaks to the deep blue lakes and vast grasslands, its glacial lakes and rivers will sweep you away into a world unlike any other as your small group explores the park with a guide.

Day 6: Torres Del Paine National Park,El Calafate,Argentina

Location: El Calafate

Accommodation Name: Kosten Aike

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK–EL CALAFATE, ARGENTINA Earthly TreasuresAfter breakfast, take an easy guided hike to Laguna Ines in search of an array of birds and other wildlife that can be found here. Next, depart for El Calafate, a lovely village on the southern shores of Lake Argentino. Originally a simple sheltering destination for wool traders, today El Calafate serves as the entry point for the UNESCO Natural Heritage Site of Los Glaciares National Park. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC RIDE Leave Chile today for Argentina and its breathtaking Patagonian landscapes. Sit back and relax today as you cross the border while admiring the rugged landscape, glacial lakes, and maybe even some Patagonian wildlife.TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION The perfect retreat for small groups, the Mirador Del Lago Hotel creates just the right base camp for your days in picturesque El Calafate. Enjoy cozy luxury in the midst of mountain peaks and lakeshores in the “National Capital City of the Glaciers.”

Day 7: El Calafate. Glacier Cruise & Estancia Cristina

Location: El Calafate

Accommodation Name: Kosten Aike

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

EL CALAFATE. EXCURSION TO PERITO MORENO GLACIER Ice Breakers A must for all visitors to Argentina is a visit to Perito Moreno Glacier (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) in Los Glaciares National Park. During your walking tour along the catwalks, marvel at the breathtaking glacier views and, with some luck, see the ice calve and break into the waters below. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHTSPECTACULAR SIGHTS Explore Perito Moreno Glacier, which forms part of the Patagonian Continental Ice Field. From here, 13 glaciers descend on the Atlantic side to flow into the Viedma and Argentino Lakes with one of the few glaciers in the world that is still advancing.

Day 8: El Calafate. Excursion To Perito Moreno Glacier

Location: Perito Moreno Glacier

Accommodation Name: Kosten Aike

Meals Included: Breakfast

EL CALAFATE. EXCURSION TO ESTANCIA NIBEPO AIKE Glaciers & Gauchos Enjoy a morning at leisure to explore El Calafate. You may wish to walk the shores of Lake Argentina, visit the quaint shops, or grab a bite at one the many restaurants. Later, visit the Glaciarium: Patagonia Ice Museum to learn how glaciers form and grow, while learning the history of the Patagonia Icefields. Visit the [LF] GlacioBar, the first ice bar in Argentina, for a frosty beverage before departing for an evening at a historic estancia (ranch). (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Join your small group for an evening to remember to experience ranch life at Estancia Nibepo Aike. Located in the southern arm of Lake Argentina, this historic Argentinian estancia dates back to the early 20th century and preserves the essence of the old Patagonian ranches amid stunning views of Glacier National Park’s wild landscapes. Sip a cup of mate (traditional herbal tea) while enjoying the estancia’s stunning landscape, flora, and fauna. See gauchos (cowboys) performing traditional ranching activities such as sheep-shearing and learn techniques used in threading and rolling wool. Later, enjoy a traditional BBQ dinner while enjoying the sunset.

Day 9: El Calafate,Ushuaia

Location: Ushuaia

Accommodation Name: Cilene del Faro

Meals Included: Breakfast

EL CALAFATE–USHUAIA A Wilderness at the End of the WorldAfter breakfast, fly to Ushuaia, Argentina—the end of the world! You’ll have the opportunity to see the Andes Mountains from a [LF] cruise along Beagle Channel. Bask in the feeling of being in the southernmost city in the world, and watch for sea lions, albatrosses, skuas, and other interesting Patagonian fauna. Arrive at Martillo Island, where you have the chance to see a colony of Magellan penguins! (B)LOCAL FAVORITEWILD WONDERS Visit Martillo Island, home to a colony of Magellanic penguins on an island in Tierra del Fuego. Discover the burrows and nests in the ground and learn about the different types of penguins found in this remote part of the world.TOUR HIGHLIGHT SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION Your small group can make yourself at home with a stay at Cilene del Fuego apartment homes—yes, apartments! Your two-night stay features the services of a traditional hotel, with personal space to stretch out, indulgent spa services, pool, Jacuzzi, and sauna, and private conveniences of home. Live like a local in sleek, modern style with invigorating views of the mountainscapes and the Beagle Channel.

Day 10: Ushuaia. Tierra Del Fuego National Park Excursion

Location: Ushuaia

Accommodation Name: Cilene del Faro

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

USHUAIA. TIERRA DEL FUEGO NATIONAL PARK EXCURSION A Fragile Land of Fire Today, discover Tierra del Fuego National Park, the southernmost national park in the world. Hike around the park, escorted by an expert Naturalist. With stops at Bahia Lapataia, Lago Roca, and Bahia Ensenada, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the delicate ecosystems here. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHTSMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Today, your small group joins an expert naturalist guide for a hike in the southernmost national park in the world in Tierra del Fuego National Park. Look skyward to spot any of the 50 fascinating bird species who call this paradise home, including Magellanic woodpecker, Andean condor, and austral parakeet. Closer to earth, watch for other inhabitants like red foxes, muskrats, and guanaco.

Day 11: Ushuaia,Buenos Aires

Location: Buenos Aires

Accommodation Name: Loi Suites Recoleta

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

USHUAIA–BUENOS AIRES The Boulevards of Buenos AiresFly to Buenos Aires today, the “Paris of South America” and capital of Argentina. Fabulous food, shopping, and architecture all converge here to create a distinctly Latin vibe. Tonight, enjoy [LF] Argentinian dinner party with local specialties and wine. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Tonight’s dinner is an Argentine Experience! Enjoy a five-course dinner of Argentina’s most famous food (including steak) paired with a variety of the region’s wines. You will also learn how to make your own empanada along with the different folding techniques as well.

Day 12: Buenos Aires

Location: Buenos Aires

Accommodation Name: Loi Suites Recoleta

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

BUENOS AIRES Dinner, Dancing, Dazzling Your included sightseeing this morning starts in La Boca, a vibrant district and site of the city’s first port. Take a short walking tour of this unique enclave at the mouth of the river and then on to San Telmo, famous for its late-colonial buildings and as a popular gathering spot for artists. At the Plaza de Mayo, see La Casa Rosada (the President’s Pink House) and the Metropolitan Cathedral, which houses San Martin’s Mausoleum. Drive past the ornate Teatro Colón opera house before reaching Recoleta Cemetery, burial site of Eva Perón. After an afternoon at leisure, top off the evening at a famous Tango club. Start with a dance lesson, followed by a farewell dinner. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITESMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE The Tango and Argentina go hand in hand tonight as your small group visits a local milonga, or tango house, where professional tango dancers teach the traditional techniques of the Argentine Tango. After learning some of the key dance moves, the professionals will delight you in Tango Show featuring the dance as it has evolved through the ages. Afterward, dine on Argentine steak, specialties and wine.

Day 13: Buenos Aires

Location: Buenos Aires

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay at Sheraton Santiago Hotel & Convention Center in Santiago, Remota in Puerto Natales/Patagonia, Hotel Las Torres in Torres Del Paine/Patagonia, Kosten Aike in El Calafate, Cilene del Faro in Ushuaia, and Loi Suites Recoleta in Buenos Aires.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, 7 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.

  • Guided Tours

    City tour in Santiago with a Local Guide, guided hike to Laguna Ines, and a walking tour along the catwalks at Perito Moreno Glacier.

  • Transportation

    Flights from Santiago to Punta Arenas, El Calafate to Ushuaia, and Ushuaia to Buenos Aires are included.

  • Cruises

    Cruise along Beagle Channel in Ushuaia and a glacier cruise on Lago Argentino.

  • National Park Visits

    Visits to Torres del Paine National Park, Tierra del Fuego National Park, and Los Glaciares National Park.

  • Small Group Discovery

    Tour is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure, ensuring extra space and personalized experiences.

What's Not Included

  • International Flights

    International flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • Personal Expenses

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

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities such as trekking or exploring by 4-wheel-drive vehicle at Estancia Cristina are not included.

  • Gratuities

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

Meals

Breakfast daily, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners

Small Group

Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on all South America tour dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 20 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.

UNESCO Sites

Los Glaciares National Park|Torres del Paine National Park

Accommodation

Santiago: Sheraton Santiago Hotel & Convention Center; Puerto Natales/Patagonia: Remota; Torres Del Paine/Patagonia: Hotel Las Torres; El Calafate: Kosten Aike; Ushuaia: Cilene del Faro; Buenos Aires: Loi Suites Recoleta.

Mode of Transport

The tour includes flights between Santiago, Punta Arenas, El Calafate, Ushuaia, and Buenos Aires, as well as scenic drives through the Patagonian steppe and boat cruises on Lago Argentino and Beagle Channel.

Notes

Please note that this tour is designed for all levels of fitness, however one should be in suitable physical condition to fully enjoy the experiences. Guests with mobility concerns may experience uneven surfaces specifically for ferry loading and unloading.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of wildlife can I expect to see in Torres del Paine National Park?

    In Torres del Paine National Park, you are likely to see herds of guanacos, foxes, swans, and various birds. You may also spot condors and other wildlife during your visit.

  • What activities are available at Estancia Cristina?

    At Estancia Cristina, you can choose between a quiet day of touring and learning about the history of the ranch or more adventurous activities like trekking or exploring by 4-wheel-drive vehicle.

  • What unique experiences are included in the Santiago city tour?

    The Santiago city tour includes visits to the Government Palace, Plaza de Armas, the Cathedral, and Santa Lucia Hill. You will also visit La Vega Central Market to learn about traditional Chilean food and enjoy a terremoto cocktail at a local pub before heading to Cerro San Cristobal for stunning views of Santiago and the Andes.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Perito Moreno Glacier?

    During the visit to Perito Moreno Glacier, you will take a walking tour along the catwalks to marvel at the breathtaking glacier views. With some luck, you may also witness the ice calving and breaking into the waters below.

  • What is included in the Tierra del Fuego National Park excursion?

    The Tierra del Fuego National Park excursion includes hiking around the park with an expert Naturalist. You will visit Bahia Lapataia, Lago Roca, and Bahia Ensenada to gain a deeper appreciation for the delicate ecosystems in the park.

  • What special activities are planned in Buenos Aires?

    In Buenos Aires, you will have a sightseeing tour that includes La Boca, San Telmo, Plaza de Mayo, La Casa Rosada, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Teatro Colón opera house, and Recoleta Cemetery. In the evening, you will enjoy a Tango club experience with a dance lesson, a farewell dinner of Argentine steaks, and a Tango show.

  • What is the significance of the Milodon Cave visit?

    The visit to Milodon Cave is significant because it is a legendary site where prehistoric fossils dating back 14,000 years ago, including those of a saber-toothed tiger and a gigantic sloth, have been found.

  • What can I expect from the organic cocktail demonstration in Torres del Paine?

    During the organic cocktail demonstration in Torres del Paine, you will take a walk through the garden to pick ingredients and then learn how to make popular drinks from the region. This will be followed by dinner at the hotel.

  • What is unique about the cruise along Beagle Channel in Ushuaia?

    The cruise along Beagle Channel in Ushuaia offers the opportunity to see the Andes Mountains, sea lions, albatrosses, skuas, and other interesting Patagonian fauna. You will also visit Martillo Island to see a colony of Magellan penguins.

  • 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.

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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.

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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)  

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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.

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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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Feb 10, 2026 - Feb 22, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Sunday - Friday

Mar 01, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Tuesday - Sunday

Mar 10, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Tuesday - Sunday

Oct 13, 2026 - Oct 25, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Tuesday - Sunday

Oct 20, 2026 - Nov 01, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Tuesday - Sunday

Oct 27, 2026 - Nov 08, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Tuesday - Sunday

Nov 03, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Tuesday - Sunday

Nov 17, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Tuesday - Sunday

Dec 01, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

Tuesday - Sunday

Dec 08, 2026 - Dec 20, 2026
$9458 $8892

Barrhead discount: -$565

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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