Globus Tours and Globus Monograms

Posted on Monday, March 08, 2010

When it comes to seeing Europe, there’s no better way to go than on a pre-planned vacation. Marvel at Rome’s incomparable Sistine Chapel or admire artistic masterpieces in Paris’ Louvre Museum. Cruise the canals of Venice—or the canals of Amsterdam…and that’s just the start!

Where ever you plan to travel in Europe, the Globus family of brands can take you there. Choose from Globus tours, Monograms independent travel packages or Avalon river cruises through Europe.

Europe Vacations

Italy Vacations
Step back in time and explore a country rich with historical treasures. From magnificent churches and marble monuments to medieval piazzas with awe-inspiring fountains, you’ll feel an ambiance reminiscent of times past while in Italy.
Italy Vacations

England, Scotland & Ireland Vacations
For a travel experience befitting royalty, there’s truly nothing better than a vacation to Britain & Ireland. Whether you’re off checking out a a 2,000-year-old castle or riding through the city streets on a double-decker bus, you’ll be left with a lifetime of incredible memories.
England, Scotland & Ireland Vacations

France Vacations
Ascend to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower and enjoy spectacular views of Paris or visit the famous Promenade des Anglais in Nice. France is filled with the world’s most eclectic collection of artwork, mouthwatering bakers’ delights, and abundantly colorful flower and fruit markets.
France Vacations

Germany, Austria & Switzerland Vacations
Enjoy the essence of Central Europe as you experience Germany, Austria & Switzerland. Enjoy beautiful architecture, interesting museums, a tasty beer garden and, of course, the opera and classical music concerts.
Germany, Austria & Switzerland Vacations

Globus Italian Treasures

Posted on Friday, February 12, 2010

Italy has more art treasures than any country in the world. Blend these with the architecture of the Renaissance, and the history of ancient Rome & you have the most culturally splendid region in Europe.  And let’s not forget about the outstanding cuisine!

Planning a trip to Italy this year?

Consider this amazing Globus tour: Italian Treasures.

This Italy vacation includes Rome, Florence, and Venice, as well as overnight stays in Lucca and St. Francis’ Assisi. All major sights are included, such as St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapel, and the Colosseum in Rome, Michelangelo’s David in Florence, St. Mark’s, Doges’ Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs in Venice (which you enter by private boat), and St. Francis’ Basilica and St. Clare’s Church in Assisi. Enjoy a welcome dinner in Rome, a stop at Pisa’s Leaning Tower, walking tours of Lucca and Siena, and time in picturesque San Gimignano, at Verrazzano Castle to learn about the famous Chianti wine, and in Romeo & Juliet’s Verona. Also travel along the stunning coastline to Ravenna, admire the mosaics in the 6th-century Basilica of St. Apollinaris in Classe, and stop in Orvieto for a funicular ride right through its ramparts!

Learn more about Globus tours or browse more Italy tours