Before You Book
 | How many people will be on the coach with me? | ||||||||||
| The average number of people on a Globus tour is 38, and we limit the number of tour members on our tours to a maximum of 44. This ensures smaller groups giving you more space, comfort and legroom. However our Platinum Collection tours carry a maximum of 40 passengers. | |||||||||||
| What is the benefit of travelling on the Eurostar high speed train? | ||||||||||
| Globus uses the Eurostar for all channel crossing from London to Europe. The Eurostar takes you from the heart of London to the centre of Paris in 2 hours 15 minutes or Brussels in around 2 hours, while other operators will travel all day using coach, ferry and coach. With Globus you effective get an extra half day to explore in each direction. | |||||||||||
| Whom will I be travelling with on my escorted tour? | ||||||||||
| International clientele of many ages all sharing the one passion - travel | |||||||||||
| How much time will I spend on the coach? | ||||||||||
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| It is occasionally said that coach tours have too much routine, how can I add to my overall holiday experience? | ||||||||||
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| How much time will I spend at each destination? | ||||||||||
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| What is a guaranteed departure? | ||||||||||
The tour departures marked  are guaranteed to operate. Furthermore, Globus guarantees all departures that are still in operation 45 days prior to the published departure date. Throughout our peak period, 1 May to 15 October, Globus guarantee all departures that are still in operation 60 days prior to departure.PLEASE NOTE: This guarantee does not apply in any situation where the safety of clients is at potential risk (any act of terrorism or war, political unrest, global health warnings or Force Majeure*, etc); or when the operation of a vacation is not possible for reasons beyond our control (such as industrial action/strikes and operational restrictions); to multiple coach departures (i.e. "A" coach) or late cancellation of group parties. *Force Majeure: French for "act of God; an inevitable, unpredictable act of nature, not dependent on act of man. Used in insurance contracts to refer to acts of nature such as earthquakes or lightning." | |||||||||||
| Does Globus offer more tours that are not printed within each brochure? | ||||||||||
| Yes, Globus offers over 200 tours worldwide and it is not possible to include these all in our brochures. All tours are featured on this site and it has been designed to make it easy for you to find the right tour by simply search via the destination to which you want to travel. | |||||||||||
| How do I read the Trip Scale? | ||||||||||
| Because Globus offers so many vacation options, we've added a Trip Scale to our itinerary pages to make it easy to determine the pace and sightseeing ratings at a glance. | |||||||||||
From Leisurely to On The Go, the Pace scale lets you know what to expect from your itinerary. | |||||||||||
The Sightseeing scale tells you if you will be experiencing Natural Wonders, City/Cultural sights, or a combination of both. | |||||||||||
| I'm finding it difficult to match two tours together? | ||||||||||
| Have you considered pre or post tour accommodation? We offer fantastic rates hard to find elsewhere and this may enable you to select sequential tours with minimal disruption to your intended travel plans | |||||||||||
| What is the difference between a tour director and a local guide? What are they like? | ||||||||||
| Your tour director will accompany you from the start to the end of your tour, educating you on the places and the history of the destination. Local guides are included in many cities to give you in-depth information on the culture, history and attractions of the city. Both Tour Director and Local Guides have a passion for travel, people and the destination and look forward to sharing their passion with you. If you chose to book either a "pre" or "post" vacation extension, please note that your Tour Director may not escort you during this part of your vacation. However, in such cases, a Local Host will be available should you require any assistance. | |||||||||||
| Will the tour director speak English? | ||||||||||
| Yes, we operate only English speaking tours | |||||||||||
| Do you accept travellers who need special assistance? | ||||||||||
| Any disability requiring special attention should be reported to Globus by you or your travel agent at the time the reservation is made. Globus will make reasonable efforts to accommodate the special needs of disabled tour participants, but is not responsible in the event it is unable to do so, nor is it responsible for any denial of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member for walking, dining, and getting on and off motorcoaches and other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified companion must accompany travellers who need such assistance. | |||||||||||
| Are prices based on double occupancy? | ||||||||||
| Prices are per person, based on two persons sharing a room. Single room supplements and triple room reductions are listed where available. | |||||||||||
| Do I get discounts if I book multiple tours? | ||||||||||
| Save $70 per couple (US $35 per person) for every second or subsequent tour booked in the same calendar year. The more tours you book the more you save! | |||||||||||
| How old does a child have to be to travel with Globus? | ||||||||||
| An adult must accompany travellers who are less than 18 years old on the tour departure date; the child receives a 10% discount on the land tour price. We do not accept children under the age of 8 on escorted tours, because we have found they are too young to enjoy these vacations. On our independent vacations, there is no minimum age requirement. Land arrangements for infants under two are free of charge, providing parents pay directly to the hotels for food, crib, etc. | |||||||||||
| How can I learn more about Globus? | ||||||||||
| Film nights, expos, consumer advertising specials | |||||||||||
| | Why should I choose Globus? | ||||||||||
| Globus vacations are designed to offer you flexibility, choice, and a pace that best fits the way you want to travel. Globus offers MORE included features, MORE quality hotels, and MORE experience with over 80 years of taking travellers on unforgettable journeys. In addition, Globus offer MORE value with an average price less per day than our nearest competitor. The safety of our travellers and the richness of our vacations is a priority and it is what has madde Globus the worldwide leader in travel and a name you can trust. | |||||||||||
| Safety Net Protection Policy | ||||||||||
Globus is dedicated to ensuring your trip is worry and hassle free, even when booking. Should you be uncertain what your commitments will be leading up to your departure, Globus offer a SafetyNet Protection policy*, for US$50 per person. The SafetyNet Transfer Protection* enables Globus passengers to amend their tour up to 24 hours prior to the tour departure date to another tour departing in the same calendar year, (once only) without any applicable cancellation charges or penalties. The SafetyNet Cancellation Protection* enables Globus passengers to cancel their tour in full - up to 30 days prior to the tour departure date, without any applicable cancellation charges or penalties.
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