TAKE THE COBBLESTONES LESS TRAVELLED UNDISCOVERED BRITAIN

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1 TAKE THE COBBLESTONES LESS TRAVELLED UNDISCOVERED BRITAIN

2 FROM HILLSIDE TO SEASIDE, EXPLORE THE BEAUTY OF UNDISCOVERED BRITAIN WITH GLOBUS AND COSMOS You may fancy seeing the smashing sights in Britain, but don t think us cheeky in saying we can show you the undiscovered places that tell the true stories of its green hills and seaside cliffs. From winding paths to windswept moors, we invite you to discover Britain s authentic places beyond the London Bridge with a selection of travel styles to see old Britain in a new way. Join your expert Tour Director to discover what s truly great about Britain. Explore the undiscovered and uncrowded England, Scotland, and Wales to shop for bits and bobs in more than 30 unique bonnie shires, unhurried hamlets, and highland villages. Say, Cheerio, to typical tours for a better, brilliant way to see true British life. Pack your favourite jumpers, trainers, and trousers for an off-the-cobblestones adventure. Cheers! Lake District, Scotland 2 CONTACT YOUR PREFERRED TRAVEL AGENT CALL VISIT GLOBUSJOURNEYS.CA

3 REASONS TO FANCY A TOUR OF BRITAIN THRONES, SCONES, AND EVERYTHING ELSE. There s nothing easy about planning a vacation, especially when visiting the less-traversed areas of England, Scotland, and Wales. We handle the research, the reservations even the driving on the wrong side of the road so you don t have to. With every logistic taken care of on a tour, from hotels to transportation to sightseeing, your only job is to focus on all of the wonders that make Britain, well, great! EARL GREY AND TEE TIMES. Britain is big on tradition and welcomes you to participate. An escorted tour offers a pre-planned, pre-purchased itinerary with VIP access to the must-see sites without ever waiting in line from visiting the legendary birthplace of golf at St. Andrews to Britain s worldfamous tearooms. AISLES AND ISLES. A perfectly planned tour saves you time, which means you have more of it to spend at the special places only we can share from Britain s grand gothic cathedrals to its small, mystical islands. ROCK STARS AND FAMOUS ROCKS. From the humble beginnings of The Beatles and The Rolling Stones to the humbling and perplexing phenomena of Stonehenge and Clava Cairns, our expert Tour Directors shed light on some of Britain s greatest fascinations. SEE IT. LIKE IT. POST IT. With free Wi-Fi on our luxury motorcoaches, you can share photos with family back home to show your fascinating stops off the beaten path. Snap a pic of Clan Fraser s battle field a setting for the TV series Outlander. Or strike a regal pose at Doune Castle, a Game of Thrones film location, to share on social media. HOPS AND SCOTCH. You don t have to search the Internet for restaurants, bars, or local favourites on our tours. We know the best English pubs to order a pint of lager or the best spot for a dram of Scottish whisky. 3

4 THE BEE S KNEES There s a lot to love about Britain. From Shakespeare to shepherd s pie from The Beatles to beer. England, Scotland, and Wales is a mix of historic heroes, beloved legends, and legendary leaders THE BRITISH INVASION SCOTLAND 1 The Beatles Liverpool 2 Pink Floyd Cambridge 3 Rolling Stones Kent 4 The Moody Blues Birmingham BANGERS & MASH & MORE 5 Dundee Cakes Dundee 6 Shepherds Pie Northern England Welsh Lamb Wales 8 Fish & Chips Lancashire CHEERS! 9 Beer Sussex 8 10 Scottish Whisky Glengoyne 1 11 Sherry Exeter 12 Gin Glasgow 16 SUPER BLOKES 13 Dr. Who Cardiff 14 Harry Potter Glenfinnan 15 Sherlock Holmes Edinburgh 16 King Arthur & the Knights of the Round Table Chester FAVOURITE FIGURES 18 7 WALES 13 4 ENGLAND Winston Churchill Oxfordshire 18 Diana, Princess of Wales 19 Sir William Wallace Stirling 20 Shakespeare Stratford-upon-Avon CONTACT YOUR PREFERRED TRAVEL AGENT CALL VISIT GLOBUSJOURNEYS.CA

5 BY JOVE! WHO KNEW? DON T FORGET YOUR SWIM TRUNKS! Everywhere in England is no more than 120 kms from the sea. FOR THE RECORD, the world s oldest music shop opened in Cardiff, Wales in GIVE ME A BREAK! The first chocolate bar was invented in Bristol, England in PINKIES UP! The Brits drink 60.2 billion cups of tea a year, compared to 9 billion a year in Canada. CHEERS! Your dram of Scotch whisky may have aged for three or more years, but the peat used to dry the barley was somewhere between 1,000 and 5,000 years old. WHAT S THAT YOU SAY? Accents can change noticeably about every 40 kms in Britain. QUARRYMEN-MANIA? The Fab Four went through several band names before landing on The Beatles. TRUTH IS STRANGER THAN FICTION. Scotland s national animal is the unicorn! RIDE ANOTHER DAY. The 007 code for the extraordinary James Bond was inspired by author Ian Fleming s everyday bus route. FORE! You can thank the Scots for inventing the oftenfrustrating game of golf. 5

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7 OVER THE TOWER BRIDGE, BEYOND THE PALACE, AND PAST ABBEY ROAD, YOU LL DISCOVER LAUREL LANES AND GARDEN PATHS ALONG THE COBBLESTONES LESS TRAVELLED. When you travel to Britain with Globus, we ll take you through the winding roads to unspoiled villages other tour companies don t visit. You won t spend hours online trying to figure out where to go, where to stay, what to see, and how to get around. We take care of the logistics from first-class hotels and luxury transportation to VIP access at the iconic sites. Globus has seamlessly planned your journey to a T, so you can sit back and enjoy the tea and every splendid tradition Britain has to offer. 7

8 NEW! BRITAIN UNCOVERED A BRAND NEW WAY TO SEE THE OLD BRITAIN 12 DAYS Overnights in London Exeter Cardiff Warwick Liverpool Glasgow Inverness Edinburgh WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE WROTE, THIS BLESSED PLOT, THIS EARTH, THIS REALM, THIS ENGLAND. YOU DON T NEED TO BE A KING TO FIND THE HIDDEN GEMS OF ENGLAND, WALES, AND SCOTLAND. DISCOVER BRITAIN S LEGENDS AND LORE FROM BUSTLING SQUARES TO PEACEFUL PASTURES, FROM CLASSIC CASTLES TO QUAINT COTTAGES, AND CRASHING WAVES TO SLEEPY LOCHS. INVERNESS GLASGOW EDINBURGH LIVERPOOL Abbreviated itinerary map shows overnights only. To see full itinerary visit GlobusJourneys.ca. WARWICK CARDIFF COTSWOLDS LONDON EXETER 8 Additional highlights include: Stonehenge Plymouth Bath Widecombe-in-the-Moor Tintern Stratford-Upon-Avon Pitlochry and more!

9 From $3,569 to $3,789 Based on May Sep, 2019 departures EXETER Exeter is a small city on the Exe River that packs a vibrant punch with history and heritage pre-dating the Romans arrival in 50 A.D. Explore this fascinating and lovely setting, including one of the great churches of England the magnificent Exeter Cathedral. WIDECOMBE-IN-THE-MOOR Get to know the locals as you enjoy a pint of Shandy or a cuppa tea in this unspoiled village. Bordering Darmoor s National Park in Devon, Widecombe-in-the-Moor is home to idyllic scenes with wild ponies, sheep, and cattle that often meander onto the village green. Widecombe-in-the-Moor TINTERN The stunning scenery, including the crumbling ruins of the magnificent Cistercian Abbey in Wales beautiful Wye Valley, served as inspiration for Jane Austen and William Wordsworth. You ll be captivated and inspired by this valley as well. STRATFORD-UPON-AVON William Shakespeare may be one of the most quoted English authors of all time, but travellers may be speechless standing in his Tudor-style birthplace and surprisingly modest grave site on the banks of the River Avon. 9

10 NEW! HIDDEN TREASURES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND SO MUCH MORE TO LOVE ABOUT GREAT BRITAIN 6 DAYS Overnights in London Stratford-upon-Avon Bath Southampton WHERE DO LONDONERS GO TO ESCAPE THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF THE CITY? FOR CENTURIES, THEY VE HEADED TO THE CALMING HILLS, THE SOOTHING HOT SPRINGS, AND THE SOLITUDE OF SEASIDE RESORTS OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND. FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ROYALS AND WRITERS TO ENJOY THE GREAT GETAWAYS ONLY THE LOCALS KNOW. Abbreviated itinerary map shows overnights only. To see full itinerary visit GlobusJourneys.ca. STRATFORD-UPON-AVON COTSWOLDS BATH LONDON SOUTHAMPTON ISLE OF WIGHT 10 Additional highlights include: Oxford Cotswolds Tetbury Isle of Wight Stonehenge Salisbury and more!

11 From $2,049 to $2,119 Based on May Oct, 2019 departures BATH First enjoyed by the Romans, then the dandies of 18th-century London, the curative mineral waters of Bath and its splendid Georgian architecture remain a respite for today s traveller. COTSWOLDS Set out and explore the legendary Cotswolds dramatic hills and sweeping meadows dotted with stately castles, honeycoloured villages, and charming thatched-roof cottages. TETBURY Enjoy lunch and a relaxing stroll through the charming wool town of Tetbury. You ll see why many call this town an architectural gem as many of the wool merchants houses seem to remain unchanged from the 16th & 17th centuries. Cotswolds ISLE OF WIGHT Picture yourself a royal as you ferry from England s south coast to the yachter s playground of Isle of Wight. At Osborne House, Queen Victoria s palatial holiday home, you can tour her private apartments and frolic on her former bathing beach. 11

12 BONNIE SCOTLAND BREATHTAKING BEAUTY OF A RUGGED LAND 7 DAYS Overnights in Glasgow Broadford Aberdeen Edinburgh ROLLING HILLS AND DRAMATIC COASTLINES; MYTHICAL CREATURES AND ELUSIVE MONSTERS; MODERN SPORTSMANSHIP AND A HEROIC HISTORY OF ANCIENT CLANS IN TARTAN KILTS THIS TOUR OF SCOTLAND IS A FEAST OF STARK CONTRAST AMONG SINGULARLY STUNNING SCENES. BROADFORD ABERDEEN EDINBURGH GLASGOW Abbreviated itinerary map shows overnights only. To see full itinerary visit GlobusJourneys.ca. 12 Additional highlights include: Loch Lomond Glengoyne Stirling Fort William Glenfinnan Scone Palace and more!

13 From $2,119 to $2,699 Based on Apr Oct, 2019 departures GLENGOYNE There s no saving the best for last at Scotland s famous Glengoyne distillery. The makers of single malt scotch welcome you with a dram of perfectly aged whisky before showing you how the smoky spirit is magically made. GLENFINNAN All aboard to witness the spectacular scenery of the Scottish Highlands village of Glenfinnan. Have your cameras ready for the mountain-lined shore of Loch Shiel and the famous viaduct that carried the Hogwarts Express in the Harry Potter films. ST. ANDREWS What s better than the striking location of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrew s along the dramatic shores of the North Sea? Hitting a few balls yourself at the world s oldest and most prestigious golf course of course. Glenfinnan SCONE PALACE Bright peacocks and colourful history await your arrival at Perth s Scone Palace, the coronation site of Scottish kings for nearly 1,000 years, including Macbeth. Located where the Highlands and Lowlands meet, Perth was Scotland s capital until the mid-15th century. 13

14 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS LEGENDARY CROWNS, LOFTY CASTLES, AND QUIET COASTS 14 DAYS Overnights in Glasgow Edinburgh Inverness Thurso Broadford Craignure TAKE THE HIGH ROAD THROUGH SCOTLAND, WINDING THROUGH ITS HILLSIDE VILLAGES, AND DETOURING TO ITS PEACEFUL ISLES AND FISHING VILLAGES TO EXPERIENCE THE TRULY UNIQUE AND UNDISCOVERED SIDE OF SCOTLAND S HERITAGE. THURSO BROADFORD INVERNESS ISLE OF IONA CRAIGNURE EDINBURGH GLASGOW Abbreviated itinerary map shows overnights only. To see full itinerary visit GlobusJourneys.ca. 14 Additional highlights include: Abbotsford Melrose St. Andrews Clava Cairns Culloden Skara Brae Broadford John O Groats and more!

15 From $4,479 to $5,239 Based on Apr Sep, 2019 departures DOUNE CASTLE You may have seen the medieval stronghold of Doune Castle in Outlander, Game of Thrones, or Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Stand before the castle and see its miraculously preserved Great Hall for yourself. ABBOTSFORD HOUSE If you ve read the works of Sir Walter Scott, you ll want to see his other notable work the rambling and whimsical Abbotsford House on the River Tweed. Dunrobin Castle DUNROBIN CASTLE From its Highlands perch above the North Sea and ample gardens, Dunrobin Castle evokes a time of storybook fairytales. You ll want to linger in this quintessential Scottish setting amid the heathered moors, mountain views, and Sutherland s splendid seashore surveyed by dukes, earls, and a fascinating list of historical residents through the centuries. ISLE OF IONA Hailed as Scotland s cradle of Christianity and one of the world s quietest places, this tiny island off the southwest coast of Mull is home to the beautiful Iona Abbey and burial ground of early Scottish kings. 15

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17 WITH GREATER FREEDOM, FLEXIBILITY, AND AFFORDABILITY, COSMOS TURNS YOUR DREAMS OF CASTLES, COUNTRYSIDE, AND CRUMPETS INTO REALITY. Cosmos takes you off the beaten cobblestones to unique places only we and the locals know. Come with us over bridges, along coastlines, and to the legendary fairways of Britain. Enjoy free time to savour specialties like fish and chips, or find that perfect seaside spot to soak in the views. With Cosmos, you can enjoy the benefits of escorted travel with a greater choice of activities and value. Pick up a souvenir or an accent! And, we re introducing Cosmos Lite the world s first à la carte touring style that lets you schedule your day as you please. Cosmos Lite provides the essentials you d expect from a traditional Cosmos escorted tour comfy accommodations, on-hand Tour Director, first-rate transportation, and breakfast each morning. The difference? You plan your day your way with MyCosmos optional excursions and activities that suit your interests, pace, and budget. Tap on your CosmosGO mobile app for local information, directions, and recommendations. Your schedule is your own. Rise early or sleep late. See the sights or simply people watch; hear about local legends or chat with the locals. With Cosmos Lite, it s your way, every day. 17

18 NEW! BRITISH HIGHLIGHTS HISTORIC TALES OF ROMANCE AND THE POETRY OF REAL LIFE 6 DAYS Overnights in London Cardiff Chester Edinburgh THE PERFECT BALANCE OF TOWN AND COUNTRY, THIS TOUR LEADS YOU TO THE CAPITAL CITIES OF LONDON, EDINBURGH, AND CARDIFF. VENTURE INTO THE PLACES ONLY THE LOCALS KNOW IN THE TRUE ENGLAND, SCOTLAND, AND WALES. EDINBURGH SCOTTISH LOWLANDS LAKE DISTRICT Abbreviated itinerary map shows overnights only. To see full itinerary visit CosmosVacations.ca. CHESTER CARDIFF COTSWOLDS LONDON 18 Additional highlights include: Bath Stonehenge Stratford-Upon-Avon Llangollen Gretna Green

19 From $1,319 to $1,589 Based on Apr Oct, 2019 departures CARDIFF Nestled between an ancient fort and a modern waterfront, the capital of Wales packs plenty of captivating architecture and energizing nightlife into its historic, yet urban avenues. CHESTER The medieval streets of Chester may be lined with history s signature timber-framed buildings, but you ll also discover colourful museums, shops, and trendy cafés. THE LAKE DISTRICT To protect the peaceful and serene beauty that inspired poets Shelley, Keats, and Wordsworth, England s most treasured national park recently became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lake District, Windermere GRETNA GREEN You can t help but fall in love with Scotland s most romantic village a legendary wedding spot for England s runaway couples since the 18th century. 19

20 NEW! SCOTTISH OUTLANDER ADVENTURE TRACE THE STEPS OF HIGHLANDER HEROES THROUGH STORYBOOK SCOTLAND 7 DAYS Overnights in Glasgow Edinburgh Strathpeffer TRAVEL BACK IN TIME THROUGH THE STORIED SETTINGS OF FICTION, FANTASY, ADVENTURE, AND ROMANCE. FROM GLASGOW TO THE ISLE OF SKYE AND BEYOND, SCOTLAND S RUGGED BEAUTY WILL STIR YOUR IMAGINATION TO TRANSCEND TIME. STRATHPEFFER ISLES OF SKYE LOCH NESS GLASGOW EDINBURGH Abbreviated itinerary map shows overnights only. To see full itinerary visit CosmosVacations.ca. 20 Additional highlights include: Bo ness Aberfoyle Stirling St. Andrews Pitlochry Culloden Moor Inverness Armadale Ft. William and more!

21 From $1,589 to $1,849 Based on May Sep, 2019 departures STIRLING Enjoy the views surveyed by Scotland s greatest Kings and Queens. Built atop a volcanic formation, Stirling Castle served as both a palace and fortress for centuries and just one of the many stunning settings of the epic Outlander television series. STRATHPEFFER Dotted with grand hotels and pavilions, this lovely Highland spa town rose to prominence during Victorian times. Today, it remains a popular home base for exploring the coasts of the northern Highlands. LOCH NESS You may not find Nessie, the elusive Loch Ness monster, but you re certain to witness breathtaking scenery as you cruise the mysterious waters of the loch. Isle of Skye ISLE OF SKYE Prepare to be mesmerized by 80 misty kilometres of superlative Scottish landscapes. You ll travel the rugged terrain made of magnificent moors and mountains, woodlands and waterfalls, lochs and landscapes, and cliffs and castles. 21

22 NEW! ENGLAND EXPLORER BEAUTIFUL BRISTOL, THE BEATLES BIRTHPLACE, AND OLD-SCHOOL SCHOLARS 7 DAYS Overnights in London Bristol Liverpool FROM THE THAMES TO THE ENGLISH CHANNEL, TO THE HILLS OF THE COTSWOLDS, SEE ENGLAND S CITYSCAPES AS WELL AS WIDE OPEN COUNTRY TO EXPLORE AS YOU PLEASE. Abbreviated itinerary map shows overnights only. To see full itinerary visit CosmosVacations.ca. LIVERPOOL COTSWOLDS LONDON BRISTOL 22 Additional highlights include: Stratford-upon-Avon Additional Shrewsbury visits include: Tetbury Stratford-upon-Avon Oxford Shrewsbury Tetbury Oxford

23 From $1,189 to $1,319 Based on Apr Oct, 2019 departures OXFORD Feel your IQ start to rise as you explore the medieval streets and colleges of one of the world s most esteemed universities. Included among Oxford s graduates are 48 Nobel Peace Prize winners, 28 British prime ministers, and 28 foreign presidents. TETBURY Keep your eyes open for unique fans, curios, and rare antiques as you stroll through this quaint Cotswold village. You may even spot Prince Charles, whose nine-bedroom Georgian mansion, Highgrove House, is just a stone s throw away. BRISTOL Take a break from pomp and ceremony in this eclectic West Country city. With a thriving cultural scene, Bristol is the perfect place to shop for contemporary art, see a play, or hear a local band in one of the city s lively bars and cafés. Oxford SHREWSBURY Everything you d wish for in a charming, inviting, and delightful medieval town can be found in Shrewsbury s shops, cafes, bakeries, and pubs. Across foot bridge and toll bridge, and the River Severn s tree-lined path, take in both old and new architecture, including the four churches and old town s remarkable skyline. 23

24 NEW! SCOTLAND EXPLORER LAND OF POETS, ARTISTS, AND BONNIE LOCHS 7 DAYS Overnights in Edinburgh Pitlochry Glasgow EXPLORE THE PASTORAL LANDSCAPES OF THE HIGHLANDS WHERE TIME STANDS STILL. SEE SCOTLAND S CITYSCAPES THAT EMBRACE TRADITIONAL AND MODERN VISION. ENJOY SCOTLAND AS IT WAS MEANT TO BE EXPERIENCED AT YOUR OWN PACE, OFF THE BEATEN PATH. PITLOCHRY GLASGOW EDINBURGH Abbreviated itinerary map shows overnights only. To see full itinerary visit CosmosVacations.ca. 24 Additional highlights include: St. Andrews Trossachs Loch Additional Lomond visits include: St. Andres Trossachs Loch Lomond

25 From $1,189 to $1,319 Based on Apr Oct, 2019 departures EDINBURGH Old-world charm meets new-world culture in the Athens of the North. Edinburgh s rich medieval past and its quirky modern art scene make this Scottish star a favourite among travellers. PITLOCHRY Located in the heart of Scotland, this former Victorian spa town has been welcoming travellers to take in its fresh air, beautiful scenery, and Scottish Baronial architecture for more than 170 years. Pitlochry THE TROSSACHS Made popular by the romantic poets of the late 18th century, this national park features wooded glens, sparkling lochs, craggy hills, and all you d imagine the dramatically beautiful Highlands to be. LOCH LOMOND Offering some of the finest views in all of Scotland, it s little wonder that the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond have been praised in a song of the same name. You won t want to miss the chance to stand amidst Scotland s most idyllic and unspoiled areas beside the largest fresh water lake in all of Britain. 25

26 A BETTER WAY TO TRAVEL There are different ways to travel through England, Scotland, and Wales. You can choose to join the group, try a do-it-yourself vacation, or choose something really smart that s in-between. Even if you think you know Great Britain, we re here to help with assistance, guidance, and recommendations so you re never going it alone while travelling independently. WITH MONOGRAMS, YOU GET: A choice of hand-selected hotels in centrally located neighbourhoods. Transportation between cities and countries, including travelling in reserved premium seating via high-speed train. A half-day of guided sightseeing in each city. VIP access to must-see landmarks (this means, you skip the lines and save valuable time). Countless customizable choices from optional excursions to accommodation upgrades. The onsite services of a local expert a Monograms Local Host your very own friendly, knowledgeable insider to help you feel like a local. 26 Additional highlights include: Stonehenge Plymouth Bath Widecombe-in-the-Moor Tintern Stratford-Upon-Avon Pitlochry and more!

27 EXPERIENCE UNDERGROUND BRITAIN WITH MONOGRAMS LONDON Have a little less time or perhaps you d like to pair London with another bucket-list city? Monograms YourWay vacations let you customize your stay from two to five nights in Europe s most popular cities. 3 NIGHTS LONDON & 3 NIGHTS EDINBURGH Beefeaters and bagpipes, scones and shortbread, stout and whisky await in two of Britain s most fascinating cities. Your Local Hosts are ready with everything you need to know to enjoy London and Edinburgh like a local. Settle in and get familiar with each city as only Monograms can deliver. 4 NIGHTS LONDON WITH STONEHENGE & BATH, 2 NIGHTS YORK & 3 NIGHTS EDINBURGH Board here for London and country, the medieval city of York, and Scotland s capital city. A highspeed train whisks you from Southern England to the Scottish Lowlands with mesmerizing scenery along the way. Pass the typical tourist traps for expert recommendations from your Local Hosts. Get better acquainted with Britain s favourite destinations like a seasoned local with Monograms independent introduction to some of Britain s most fascinating spots. MONOGRAMSTRAVEL.CA 27

28 WHERE DO YOU WANT TO GO? OVER 500 VACATIONS, 77 COUNTRIES, 6 CONTINENTS CONTACT YOUR PREFERRED TRAVEL AGENT CALL GLOBUS AT VISIT GLOBUSFAMILY.CA Featured prices are per person, in Canadian dollars, land only, based on double occupancy, departure dates as indicated (from the lowest to the highest price available to book) and include applicable taxes. Flights and travel insurance are additional. Air-inclusive pricing available Bloor St. W, Centre Tower, Suite 400, Toronto, ON M8X 2X3, TICO# /