Ultimate Alaska & the Yukon

Ultimate Alaska & the Yukon

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Ultimate Alaska & the Yukon

13 Days Starting and ending in Anchorage, Alaska

Visiting: Arrive In Anchorage, Alaska, Anchorage, Wasilla, Talkeetna, Alaska Railroad, Denali National Park, Fairbanks, Dawson City, Whitehorse, Kluane National Park, Tok, Valdez, Whittier

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

CB-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Interests:

Cultural

From: $6132 $5579 Operator discount: -$380 Tourhub's Big Adventure Sale: -$173

NB: Prices correct on 04-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Embark on the "Ultimate Alaska & the Yukon" tour, a captivating journey through the breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Alaska and Canada's Yukon Territory. Begin your adventure in Anchorage, exploring the iconic Iditarod Headquarters before boarding the historic Alaska Railroad to Denali National Park. Experience the untamed beauty of Denali with a Naturalist Driver Guide, and delve into the Gold Rush history at Dawson City’s Diamond Tooth Gerties. Cruise the Chena River, visit a recreated Chena Indian Village, and marvel at the Five Finger Rapids. In Whitehorse, meet Alaska’s sled dogs at Muktuk Adventures and enjoy a scenic cruise on Prince William Sound, with views of Columbia Glacier and diverse wildlife. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural wonders, cultural insights, and unforgettable experiences, all while staying in comfortable accommodations and enjoying delicious meals.

Highlights

  • Visit the Iditarod Headquarters in Wasilla, home of the world-famous dogsled race.

  • Board the historic Alaska Railroad for a scenic trip to Denali National Park.

  • Journey into the 6-million-acre Denali National Park with a Naturalist Driver Guide.

  • Cruise on the Chena River and visit a recreated Chena Indian Village to learn about Athabascan Native culture.

  • Experience the Gold Rush history at Diamond Tooth Gerties in Dawson City.

  • Marvel at the sight of The Five Finger Rapids on the Yukon River.

  • Get up close and personal to Alaska’s amazing sled dogs at Muktuk Adventures in Whitehorse.

  • Enjoy a scenic cruise on Prince William Sound, including views of Columbia Glacier and wildlife.

Places You'll See

Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa

Denali Park Village

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Eldorado Hotel

Best Western Gold Rush Inn

Young's Motel

Valdez Hotel

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Anchorage,Alaska

Location: Arrive In Anchorage, Alaska

Accommodation Name: Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa

ARRIVE IN ANCHORAGE, ALASKA Welcome to Alaska! Meet your Tour Director between 3 pm and 7 pm in the hotel reception area.FREE TIME TIPS EXPLORE MORE in Anchorage with a dinner out in this iconic Alaskan city. Your Tour Director can point you in the right direction. Tap your GlobusGO mobile app for the best bites, brews, and things to do!

Day 2: Anchorage,Wasilla,Talkeetna,Alaska Railroad,Denali National Park

Location: Anchorage, Wasilla, Talkeetna, Alaska Railroad, Denali National Park

Accommodation Name: Denali Park Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

ANCHORAGE–WASILLA–TALKEETNA–ALASKA RAILROAD–DENALI NATIONAL PARK Riding the Rails Travel north into the majestic wilds of Alaska and visit the Iditarod Headquarters, home of the world-famous dogsled race. Continue to Talkeetna, the starting point for climbers attempting to summit Denali (formerly known as Mount McKinley), the highest peak in North America at 20,320 feet. Board the historic Alaska Railroad for a scenic trip to Denali National Park. Tonight, enjoy a [LF] private presentation by a Local Naturalist at the Murie Science & Learning Center followed by dinner. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE CONSERVATION HEROES Enjoy dinner at the Murie Science and Learning Center where stewardship and education are key to preserve and nurture the wild places of American national parks. You’ll hear fascinating and informative information presented by a Local Naturalist in this vital site named for wildlife biologist Adolph Murie who made lasting contributions to the understanding of wolves and wildlife management in Denali.TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC RIDE Board the Alaska Railroad train for spectacular views through its panoramic windows designed for soaking in the stunning scenery on this full-day journey that truly showcases America’s 49th state. Keep an eye out for views of Denali —as well as wildlife along the way!

Day 3: Denali National Park

Location: Denali National Park

Accommodation Name: Denali Park Village

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

DENALI NATIONAL PARK Wilderness Wonders Journey into the 6-million-acre Denali National Park with a Naturalist Driver Guide on the Tundra Wilderness tour exploring the majestic wilderness. Your late afternoon and evening are free for optional adventures such as float trips, a dogsled demonstration, a helicopter ride over the park, or a delicious dinner and rollicking musical comedy performed in a camp house reminiscent of the Gold Rush era. (B,L)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Venture deep with a Naturalist into Denali National Park and Preserve in search of fantastic wildlife and natural wonders. Stay alert for wildlife, including Denali’s Big-Five, the grizzly bear, caribou, moose, Dall sheep, and the formidable yet elusive wolf. Named for the highest mountain peak in North America, Denali is a natural treasure of pristine and untamed wilderness at its finest.

Day 4: Denali National Park,Fairbanks

Location: Denali National Park, Fairbanks

Accommodation Name: Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

DENALI NATIONAL PARK–FAIRBANKS Bites & Brews This morning, spend a little more time marveling at the wonder of Denali National Park. Then, enjoy a friendly atmosphere during lunch at the [LF] 49th State Brewery to taste local specialties and play Alaska lawn-games. Travel into the heart of Alaska to Fairbanks, where the remainder of the day is at leisure. (B,L)LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Craft brewing as well as great food is a hallmark of Alaskan culture. Savor traditional Alaska cuisine with lunch at the fabulous 49th State Brewing Co. Taste the attention to detail born of glacial aquifers, fine malts and hops, and yeast, served by Cicerone Certified beer servers with proper glassware to accompany various styles of beer, along with a hearty menu to satisfy your appetite.

Day 5: Fairbanks

Location: Fairbanks

Accommodation Name: Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast

FAIRBANKS Native American Traditions Start the day by boarding the sternwheeler Discovery for a cruise on the Chena River, with a stop at a recreated Chena Native Village to learn about Athabascan culture. Later, during a city tour, visit the University of Alaska–Fairbanks Museum and stop at the Trans-Alaska Oil Pipeline. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEMS Experience frontier living in an Athabascan village on the Chena River. Here in the Alaskan forests, cabins are made of spruce logs, and the old ways of living with the land are beautifully preserved in the heritage of the Alaska Native culture. Learn about traditions and survival in an unforgiving yet beautiful environment, where generations of Athabascans skillfully survived for over 10,000 years, adapting to village life and Western culture in the past century.

Day 6: Fairbanks,Dawson City,Yukon

Location: Dawson City

Accommodation Name: Eldorado Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

FAIRBANKS–DAWSON CITY, YUKON Goldminers & Old Timers Continuing the journey into Gold Rush history, motor over the Top of the World Highway and enter Canada’s Yukon Territory. Passing through the village of Chicken, today promises to be filled with breathtaking scenery. Tonight, you have reservations at Diamond Tooth Gerties, featuring ragtime music, can-can girls, and an old-fashioned casino. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTCULTURAL GEM Get a rush of nostalgia for the old frontier with casino games, nostalgic tunes, and can-can shows at Dawson City’s rip-roaring Diamond Tooth Gertie’s saloon to relive the days of the Gold Rush, prospectors, barkeeps, and piano players in the Wild West.

Day 7: Dawson City

Location: Dawson City

Accommodation Name: Eldorado Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAWSON CITY There’s Gold in the Yukon! Step back in time at the site of Klondike Gold Rush Claim #1, where the first gold strike was made. Continue to the Robert Service Interpretive Center to learn of the numerous poems and ballads he composed while exploring this remote area. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDARY LIVES Walk in the footsteps of historic figures of the Yukon Gold rush. Stand in the spot where George Carmack and Skookum Jim discovered the first shiny glimpse of gold in Bonanza Creek in 1896 to stake the first gold rush claim in the Yukon. Enter the humble cabin (now a historic site) where bank teller and famed poet Robert Service penned some of the Yukon’s most famous ballads and poems. See the artifacts belonging to this legendary “Bard of the Yukon.”

Day 8: Dawson City,Whitehorse

Location: Dawson City, Whitehorse

Accommodation Name: Best Western Gold Rush Inn

Meals Included: Breakfast

DAWSON CITY–WHITEHORSE Roaring Rapids & Rip-Roaring Trace the trail of the gold seekers on their way to the Klondike. View the Five Finger Rapids, which once posed a major obstacle to the hordes of fortune seekers stampeding into the Yukon. Your day concludes in Whitehorse, capital of the Yukon, for a free evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Marvel at the sight of The Five Finger Rapids on the Yukon River. Here, four islands divide the river into five narrow channels of which only the eastern is passable. The Five Finger Rapids is mentioned in Jack London's novel “The Call of the Wild” and posed a significant challenge to the throng of fortune seekers on the hunt for gold.

Day 9: Whitehorse

Location: Whitehorse

Accommodation Name: Best Western Gold Rush Inn

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

WHITEHORSE A Dog’s Life A city tour stops at the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, where you can meet the Ice Age giant mammals that once ruled the ancient subcontinent. See the historic SS Klondike Riverboat and learn about its importance on the Yukon River in the Gold Rush days. Later, head to Whitehorse’s premier dogsled facility, [LF] Muktuk Adventures, where you will meet the huskies and their trainers. Enjoy a special Taste of the Yukon dinner. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE CULTURE & TRADITION Get up close and personal to Alaska’s amazing sled dogs and their trainers at Muktuk Adventures. Learn about training and care of the Alaskan champions and the spirit needed to race in world-famous Iditarod and Yukon Quest competitions. A memorable experience that leads the pack!

Day 10: Whitehorse,Tok,Alaska

Location: Kluane National Park

Accommodation Name: Young's Motel

Meals Included: Breakfast

WHITEHORSE–TOK, ALASKA Depart the Yukon and head to Alaska along the rugged mountains of Kluane National Park, home to 19,625-foot Mount Logan, Canada’s highest peak. Continue on the Alaska Highway to Tok, the “Dog Sled Capital of the World.” (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT WILDERNESS TREASURES On your way to Alaska’s dogsledding town of Tok, you’ll drive along the mountains of Kluane National Park and Reserve in the southwest of the Canadian Yukon. Witness a vast wilderness of ice fields, forests, and towering peaks, including Canada’s highest summit, Mount Logan. Here, spectacular sights created by the glacier-fed Alsek River are home to grizzly bears, Dall sheep and more than 100 bird species.

Day 11: Tok,Valdez

Location: Tok, Valdez

Accommodation Name: Valdez Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

TOK–VALDEZ Sights on the Sound Head to Alaska’s northernmost ice-free port, Valdez, home of the Alyeska Pipeline Terminal. As you travel toward some of the highest coastal mountains in the world, enjoy views of Thompson Pass, Worthington Glacier, and Bridal Veil Falls before arriving in the “Switzerland of Alaska”— Valdez. Visit the Valdez Museum to learn of the areas Native culture, early explorers, 1898 Gold Rush, and 1964 Good Friday Earthquake. Free time this evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Located near the head of a deep fjord in Prince William Sound, Valdez is a mix of tidewater glaciers, rainforests, majestic mountains, and wildlife on land and sea. Orcas and humpback whales, otters, sea lions, and birds are among the many animals you might spy from this spectacular seaport.

Day 12: Valdez,Whittier,Anchorage

Location: Valdez, Whittier, Anchorage

Accommodation Name: Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

VALDEZ–WHITTIER–ANCHORAGE True Fish Stories Board a boat today and get a closer look at the Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal, the many massive glaciers, and playful sea life of Prince William Sound. Keep your eyes open for eagles, whales, mountain goats, dolphins, and sea lions! Continue to Anchorage for a farewell dinner. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITIONS Go further with a scenic cruise on the spectacular Prince William Sound. Cruise along the 3-mile face of Columbia Glacier with a watchful eye out for wildlife, including seals, sea otters, birds, and even whales!

Day 13: Anchorage

Location: Anchorage

Accommodation Name: Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay at various hotels including Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa, Denali Park Village, Pike's Waterfront Lodge, Eldorado Hotel, Best Western Gold Rush Inn, Young's Motel, and Valdez Hotel.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily, 3 lunches including a box lunch in Denali National Park, and 3 dinners.

  • Transportation

    Travel includes a scenic trip on the Alaska Railroad and a boat cruise on Prince William Sound.

  • Guided Tours

    Guided tours include a Naturalist Driver Guide in Denali National Park, a city tour in Fairbanks, and a visit to the Valdez Museum.

  • Local Experiences

    Enjoy a private presentation by a Local Naturalist at the Murie Science & Learning Center, a visit to the 49th State Brewery, and a stop at Muktuk Adventures to meet huskies and their trainers.

  • Cultural Visits

    Visits to the Iditarod Headquarters, Chena Indian Village, Robert Service Interpretive Center, and Diamond Tooth Gerties.

  • Scenic Highlights

    View the Five Finger Rapids, Thompson Pass, Worthington Glacier, and Bridal Veil Falls.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Optional adventures such as float trips, a dogsled demonstration, a helicopter ride over Denali National Park, and additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining 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.

  • Flights

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

Meals

Breakfast daily, 3 lunches including a box lunch in Denali National Park, 3 dinners

Notes

While wildlife in Alaska is frequently seen year-round, May through early June and September departures offer greater opportunities for wildlife viewing. Departures after mid-August offer fall foliage. The Northern Lights (aurora borealis) are most visible in late August and September, weather permitting.

This vacation visits remote regions where some facilities are not up to the first-class standards you’d expect from Globus. We have selected the best available hotels that satisfy our high standards of cleanliness and comfort.

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

Kluane National Park

Accommodation

Stay at a selection of comfortable hotels including Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa, Denali Park Village, Pike's Waterfront Lodge, Eldorado Hotel, Best Western Gold Rush Inn, Young's Motel, and Valdez Hotel, offering a mix of modern amenities and local charm throughout your Alaskan adventure.

Mode of Transport

Travel through Alaska with a scenic trip on the historic Alaska Railroad and enjoy a breathtaking boat cruise on Prince William Sound, providing a unique perspective of the region's stunning landscapes and wildlife.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of wildlife might I see during the tour?

    During the tour, you may see a variety of wildlife including grizzly bears, caribou, moose, Dall sheep, and wolves in Denali National Park. In Prince William Sound, you might spot eagles, whales, mountain goats, dolphins, and sea lions.

  • What cultural experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes visits to the Iditarod Headquarters, a recreated Chena Indian Village to learn about Athabascan culture, and Diamond Tooth Gerties in Dawson City for a taste of Gold Rush history. You'll also visit the Robert Service Interpretive Center and the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre.

  • Are there any unique local experiences on this tour?

    Yes, the tour offers unique local experiences such as a private presentation by a Local Naturalist at the Murie Science & Learning Center, a visit to the 49th State Brewery, and a stop at Muktuk Adventures to meet huskies and their trainers.

  • What scenic highlights can I expect to see?

    You can expect to see the Five Finger Rapids on the Yukon River, Thompson Pass, Worthington Glacier, and Bridal Veil Falls. The tour also includes a scenic cruise on Prince William Sound with views of Columbia Glacier.

  • What is the accommodation like during the tour?

    Accommodation includes stays at various hotels such as Sheraton Anchorage Hotel & Spa, Denali Park Village, Pike's Waterfront Lodge, Eldorado Hotel, Best Western Gold Rush Inn, Young's Motel, and Valdez Hotel.

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour package includes breakfast daily, three lunches including a box lunch in Denali National Park, and three dinners.

  • What optional activities are available during the tour?

    Optional activities include float trips, a dogsled demonstration, a helicopter ride over Denali National Park, and additional sightseeing, shopping, and dining opportunities.

  • 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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