Portugal in Depth with Madeira

Portugal in Depth with Madeira

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Portugal in Depth with Madeira

15 Days Starting and ending in Lisbon, Portugal

Visiting: Lisbon, Porto, Evora, Algarve, Funchal, Santa Cruz, Europe

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

ZPF-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

23 - 46

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-90

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $3823 $3667 Barrhead discount: -$157

NB: Prices correct on 25-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Discover the rich cultural tapestry of Portugal with our "Portugal in Depth with Madeira" tour. This immersive journey takes you through the historic streets of Lisbon, the medieval charm of Obidos, and the spiritual sanctuary of Fátima. Explore the vibrant city of Porto, renowned for its Port wine, and the scenic Algarve coast with its stunning promontories. Experience the unique traditions of Madeira, from the bustling Mercado dos Lavoratores to the picturesque village of Porto da Cruz. Enjoy guided sightseeing, special tastings, and visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, all while staying in comfortable accommodations and savoring delicious local cuisine.

Highlights

  • Guided sightseeing in Lisbon including Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, and the Monument to the Discoveries

  • Orientation walk of the medieval town of Obidos

  • Visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery in Alcobaca

  • Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary in Fátima

  • Guided sightseeing in Porto including the Church of São Francisco and the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange

  • Excursion to the Promontory of Sagres, Cape St. Vincent, and Lagos in Algarve

  • Visit Mercado dos Lavoratores and the "open-air-museum" of the Santa Maria in Funchal

  • Stop for a walk in the village of Porto da Cruz and free time in Santana

Places You'll See

Mundial

Double Tree By Hilton Lisbon Fontana Park

Dos Templarios

Porto Palacio Hotel By The Editory

Nh Collection Porto Batalha

Grao Vasco

M'ar De Ar Muralhas

Tivoli Lagos

Nh Marina Portimao

Vila Galé Santa Cruz

Mercure Lisboa

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Lisbon,Portugal

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: Mundial

Meals Included: Dinner

At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.

Day 2: Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: Mundial

Meals Included: Breakfast

LISBON Lovely Lisbon LISBON Guided sightseeing includes Jeronimos Monastery and cloister and a photo stop at Belem Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC 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, 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,Obidos,Nazaré,Alcobaça,Fátima,Tomar

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: Dos Templarios

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

LISBON–OBIDOS–NAZARÉ–ALCOBAÇA–FÁTIMA–TOMAR Sea, Surf & Sanctuaries OBIDOS Take an orientation walk of the medieval town.NAZARÉ Free time to browse.ALCOBAÇA Visit the Church of Santa Maria Monastery.FÁTIMA Visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary en route to Tomar. (B,D)130 mi / 220 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES The monastery of Alcobaça is a unique masterpiece of Gothic Cistercian art. See the tombs of King Pedro I and his Castillan lover, Ines de Castro, and hear about the heartbreaking tale of these ill- fated lovers. The king never stopped loving Ines even after she was murdered, and during his life he commissioned matching tombs that sit together so that they can look at each other as they rise from their graves.

Day 4: Tomar,Coimbra,Porto

Paul Allen

Location: Porto

Accommodation Name: Vila Gale Porto

Meals Included: Breakfast

TOMAR–COIMBRA–PORTO Academic Honors TOMAR Visit the Convent of Christ.COIMBRA Visit the University. Scenic drive en route to Porto. (B) 155 mi / 250kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURE & TRADITION The University of Coimbra is distinguished as the oldest university in Portugal and one of the oldest in the world, it is also one of the best known and internationally celebrated. With a history of more than seven centuries, the students at Coimbra University dress in the traditional black capes with ribbons in varying hues as was the tradition when the school was founded in 1290.

Day 5: Porto

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Location: Porto

Accommodation Name: Vila Gale Porto

Meals Included: Breakfast

PORTO Guided sightseeing includes a panoramic drive to the mouth of the Douro River and the cathedral. Visit the Church of São Francisco and the Arabian Hall in the Stock Exchange. Enjoy a [LF] Port wine tasting at the famous Sandeman & Co Port Wine Cellar. Free time this afternoon.

Day 6: Porto,Guimaraes,Penafiel,Viseu

Paul Allen

Location: Porto

Accommodation Name: Grao Vasco

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

GUIMARAES Orientation walk through the medieval district.PENAFIEL [LF] Visit the gardens of the Quinta da Aveleda winery and enjoy Portuguese petiscos tasting. Take a scenic drive through the port wine vineyards en route to Viseu.VISEU Dinner with local specialties and wine at Forno da Mimi restaurant. 149 mi/ 240 km

Day 7: Viseu,Belmonte,Castelo De Vide,Evora

Location: Evora

Accommodation Name: M'ar De Ar Muralhas

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

VISEU–BELMONTE–CASTELO DE VIDE–EVORA Bottles & Corks BELMONTE Visit the Jewish Museum. Enjoy an [LF] olive oil tasting.CASTELO DE VIDE Walk through the Jewish quarter with free time to browse.EVORA [LF] Visit a traditional cork factory. (B,D) 236 mi / 380 kmLOCAL FAVORITELOCAL TASTES Discover the tradition and taste of authentic Portuguese olive oil in a 20th-century olive-oil-factory-turned-museum in Belmonte. See the machinery which farmers used to transform olives into oil and taste the delicious fruits of their labors. Perhaps take home a gift of wine, olive oil, or jam to commemorate your visit. Later, visit a Cork Factory in Evora to learn about this traditional artisanship of Portugal.

Day 8: Evora,Algarve

Location: Evora

Accommodation Name: Tivoli Marina Portimao

Meals Included: Breakfast

EVORA–ALGARVE Gothic Grandeur EVORA Guided walking tour includes the Gothic cathedral, the Sao Francisco Church, and the Ossuary Chapel. Free time for lunch.ALGARVE Free time late afternoon and evening (B) 162 mi / 260 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Walk back in time to the Roman era of Evora – a city with roots firmly planted in the 16th century in the home of Portuguese kings. See the white houses, architectural tiles, and embellished balconies with a stroll through the Gothic sites of the cathedral, church, and chapel.

Day 9: Algarve. Coastal Excursion

Location: Algarve

Accommodation Name: Tivoli Marina Portimao

Meals Included: Breakfast

ALGARVE. COASTAL EXCURSION Cliffs & Coastlines ALGARVE Join an excursion to the Promontory of Sagres, Cape St. Vincent, and Lagos. (B)81 mi / 130 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Take in the breathtaking views of the sweeping southern coastline of Portugal in Algarve. Stand on the Promontory of Sagres and Cape St. Vincent to gaze at the glorious beaches, postcard-perfect fishing ports, and towering cliffs along the sea.

Day 10: Algarve,Azeitão,Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: Lumen Lisboa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

ALGARVE–AZEITÃO–LISBON Peninsula Miles & Painted Tiles ALGARVE Depart with a scenic drive along the Serra da Arrábida with views of the Tróia Peninsula.AZEITÃO Visit a traditional tile workshop.LISBON Enjoy a farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D) 180 mi / 290 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTART & ARTISTRY 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 11: Lisbon,Santa Cruz

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: Vila Galé Santa Cruz

Meals Included: Breakfast

LISBON–SANTA CRUZ Seasons in the Sun LISBON Fly to FunchalSANTA CRUZ Orientation walk. Free time (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS The Island of Madeira boasts some of Europe’s most impressive landscapes. Soak in the breathtaking natural scenery that merges with crystal- clear waters, centuries-old traditions, and authentic flavors. Experience a unique island where the clock does not set the time, and the calendar does not dictate the season.

Day 12: Santa Cruz,Excursion To Funchal

Location: Funchal

Accommodation Name: Vila Galé Santa Cruz

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

SANTA CRUZ–EXCURSION TO FUNCHAL Little Lisbon FUNCHAL Visit Mercado dos Lavoratores and the “open-air-museum” of the Santa Maria. Take the cable car to Monte and take in views of the city. Dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTART & NATURE It’s no coincidence that Funchal used to be called “Little Lisbon,” and that is no coincidence. There are plenty of historical buildings to discover in the narrow streets, while the typical white are houses nestled on the steep slopes. You won’t believe your eyes at the heart of the Zona Velha (Old Town), a swirl of public creativity, which has seen the entrances to buildings along the Rua de Santa Maria, adorned with bright paintings and imaginative scenes. Images include everything from a fisherman sitting by his boat in the moonlight to a dislocated eye peering from behind a cracked “window” of yellow glass.

Day 13: Santa Cruz

Location: Santa Cruz

Accommodation Name: Vila Galé Santa Cruz

Meals Included: Breakfast

SANTA CRUZ Fishing Lore & Alluring Pools SANTA CRUZ Day at leisure. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMENATURAL WONDERS Head West and stop in Camara de Lobos, a small fishing village that Winston Churchill painted in 1949. Continue towards Cabo Girai the world's second highest sea cliff (and Europe’s highest) and the Paul de Serra, Madeira’s biggest and highest plateau. Visit Porto Moniz, the most north-western valley. Here, visit its beautiful natural pools which are the village’s main attractions and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Day 14: Santa Cruz,Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Accommodation Name: Lumen Lisboa

Meals Included: Breakfast

SANTA CRUZ–LISBON Sights of Santa Cruz SANTA CRUZ Fly to Lisbon.LISBON Free time. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMETOUR HIGHLIGHT Time to pack your bags and say goodbye to the magical Island of Madeira with a flight to Lisbon to relax and reminisce over your stunning adventure.

Day 15: Lisbon

Location: Lisbon

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation in various hotels including Mundial in Lisbon, Dos Templarios in Tomar, Vila Gale Porto in Porto, Grao Vasco in Viseu, M'ar De Ar Muralhas in Evora, Tivoli Marina Portimao in Algarve, and Vila Galé Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz.

  • Meals

    Full buffet breakfast daily and 5 three-course dinners.

  • Guided Sightseeing

    Guided sightseeing in Lisbon, Porto, Evora, and Funchal, including visits to Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, Church of Santa Maria Monastery, Convent of Christ, University of Coimbra, Church of São Francisco, and more.

  • Special Experiences

    Special experiences such as Port wine tasting at Sandeman & Co Port Wine Cellar, Portuguese tapas tasting at Quinta da Aveleda winery, olive oil tasting in Belmonte, and a visit to a traditional cork factory in Evora.

  • Excursions

    Excursions to various locations including Obidos, Nazaré, Fátima, Guimaraes, Penafiel, Belmonte, Castelo De Vide, Algarve, and Azeitão.

  • Transportation

    Transportation for all included activities and excursions.

  • Small Group Discoveries

    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 Convent of Christ in Tomar, Historic Centre of Evora, Historic Centre of Guimaraes, Historic Centre of Porto, Monastery of Alcobaca, Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon, and University of Coimbra.

  • Flight from Lisbon to Funchal

    Enjoy a flight from Lisbon to Funchal and back, ensuring a seamless travel experience.

What's Not Included

  • Flights

    International and domestic flights are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.

  • Personal Expenses

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

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities and excursions not listed in the itinerary are not included.

  • Gratuities

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

  • Visas and Entry Fees

    Visas and entry fees, if applicable, are not included.

Meals

Full buffet breakfast daily, 6 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

Convent of Christ in Tomar|Historic centre of Evora|Historic Centre of Guimaraes|Historic Centre of Porto|Monastery of Alcoba?a|Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon|University of Coimbra

Accommodation

Lisbon:Mundial
Lisbon:Double Tree by Hilton Lisbon Fontana Park
Tomar:Dos Templarios
Porto:Porto Palacio Hotel by The Editory
Porto:NH Collection Porto Batalha
Viseu:Grao Vasco
Evora:M'ar De Ar Muralhas
Algarve:Tivoli Lagos
Algarve:NH Marina Portimao
Santa Cruz:Vila Galé Santa Cruz
Lisbon:Mercure Lisboa

Mode of Transport

Travel through Portugal in comfort with guided sightseeing tours, scenic drives, and excursions. Enjoy a flight from Lisbon to Funchal and back, ensuring a seamless travel experience.

Notes

Participation in full tour experience may be challenging for guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs due to uneven terrain.
Services of the Tour Director end on day 11. Island portion includes services of a local expert.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of special experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes special experiences such as Port wine tasting at Sandeman & Co Port Wine Cellar, Portuguese tapas tasting at Quinta da Aveleda winery, olive oil tasting in Belmonte, and a visit to a traditional cork factory in Evora.

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

    Yes, the tour includes visits to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Convent of Christ in Tomar, the Historic Centre of Evora, the Historic Centre of Guimaraes, the Historic Centre of Porto, the Monastery of Alcobaca, the Monastery of the Hieronymites in Lisbon, and the University of Coimbra.

  • What kind of meals are provided during the tour?

    The tour provides a full buffet breakfast daily and 5 three-course dinners.

  • What type of transportation is included in the tour?

    Transportation for all included activities and excursions is provided. Additionally, there is a flight from Lisbon to Funchal and back to ensure a seamless travel experience.

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

    You will stay in a variety of comfortable accommodations including Mundial and Double Tree by Hilton in Lisbon, Dos Templarios in Tomar, Vila Gale Porto and NH Collection Porto Batalha in Porto, Grao Vasco in Viseu, M'ar De Ar Muralhas in Evora, Tivoli Marina Portimao and Tivoli Lagos in Algarve, Vila Galé Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz, and Lumen Lisboa in Lisbon.

  • Are there any activities or excursions that are not included in the tour price?

    Yes, optional activities and excursions not listed in the itinerary are not included in the tour price.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    No, travel insurance is not included and is recommended.

  • What is the group size for this tour?

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

  • What kind of guided sightseeing is included?

    Guided sightseeing is included in Lisbon, Porto, Evora, and Funchal, with visits to Jeronimos Monastery, Belem Tower, Church of Santa Maria Monastery, Convent of Christ, University of Coimbra, Church of São Francisco, and more.

  • What are some of the key highlights of the tour?

    Key highlights include guided sightseeing in Lisbon, an orientation walk of the medieval town of Obidos, visits to the Church of Santa Maria Monastery in Alcobaça, the Sanctuary of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary in Fátima, guided sightseeing in Porto, an excursion to the Promontory of Sagres, Cape St. Vincent, and Lagos in Algarve, and visits to Mercado dos Lavoratores and the 'open-air-museum' of the Santa Maria in Funchal.

  • 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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Jun 11, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026
$4475 $4225

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Jun 18, 2026 - Jul 02, 2026
$4475 $4225

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Jun 25, 2026 - Jul 09, 2026
$4601 $4350

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Jul 09, 2026 - Jul 23, 2026
$4588 $4337

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Jul 23, 2026 - Aug 06, 2026
$4588 $4337

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Aug 06, 2026 - Aug 20, 2026
$4049 $3798

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Aug 20, 2026 - Sep 03, 2026
$4526 $4275

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Aug 27, 2026 - Sep 10, 2026
$4413 $4162

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 03, 2026 - Sep 17, 2026
$4475 $4225

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 10, 2026 - Sep 24, 2026
$4475 $4225

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 01, 2026
$4475 $4225

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Sep 24, 2026 - Oct 08, 2026
$4400 $4149

Barrhead discount: -$251

Thursday - Thursday

Oct 01, 2026 - Oct 15, 2026
$4300 $4049

Barrhead discount: -$251

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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