There will be lots of early booking deals which are combinable with past passenger discounts, small groups deals and even the Globus Early Booking plan where you save 10% off the land tour if you pay your vacation in full 9 months prior to departure.

Today, the raft journey through the Grand Canyon is one of the West's great white-water thrills. It's hard to imagine just how daunting the trip must have been in 1869, when John Wesley Powell first decided to attempt it. Back then, the canyon was utterly unexplored. It existed on maps only as a blank spot in the southwest. Powell was a geology professor from Illinois who had lost his right arm as an officer during the Civil War. Despite this handicap, he got together nine men, mostly his own friends and relatives, and transported four wooden boats to Green River in Wyoming. Waving goodbye to a few well-wishers by the riverbank, they set off to face 1,000 miles of unknown river. The challenge was extreme. The intrepid group had to learn how to ride the rapids as they went, with their clumsy boats regularly overturning. They subsisted on a diet of dry biscuits for much of the time. Three men became so discouraged they decided to hike out through the desert. They were never heard from again, and are presumed killed by Indians. But Powell and the others would emerge unscathed at the southern end of the Grand Canyon, three months after their trip had begun. Powell became a national celebrity, as famous in the United States as Neil Armstrong would become after walking on the moon – a feat that occurred, coincidentally, exactly a century later.

Young Traveler Discounts

With Globus, travel is definitely a family affair. Young travelers ages 8-17 receive a 10% discount on the land-only portion of their Globus vacation.

Discount for Repeat Travelers

Journeys Club members can save 5% on any 2012 Globus vacation. This is on top of other great member benefits, including exclusive deal alerts throughout the year, unique travel accessories, and special partner discounts and benefits. 

Second Tour Discount

It pays to travel more often! Book two Globus vacations traveling in the same year and receive 5% off the land portion of your second tour. And if you take three tours, you save 5% on each of your next two.

Book Early & Save

With Globus, planning ahead pays off. Book your 2012 Globus vacation and pay in full 9 months or more prior to your departure and save 10% off the land-only portion of your tour.

Triple Room Reduction

You can also save when three people travel together and share accommodations. Refer to the itinerary pages for the specific reduction per tour.

Big Savings for Small Groups

Traveling with family and friends has always been rewarding, and now the rewards can really pile up. Small groups of 5, 6, or 7 can save 5% per person off the land-only portion of Globus vacations. And don't forget: in groups of 8 to 15, one person travels at half-price; in a group of 16+, one person travels free. So, bring others along and multiply the fun—and the savings!

Avoid the Single Room Supplement

We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!

The tour will be 8 days long and pricing starts at $2,899 pp. Included in the price are hotel accommodations at the Melia Cohiba Hotel, some meals and sightseeing. 

If you book before the end of September, you can get $200 off pp as an early booking discount.

Spending seven days in Havana, Globus travelers will enjoy a perfect blend of spiritual, historical and cultural sights to truly experience this unique nation.  Tour highlights include:

• Enjoying a walking tour along the cobblestone streets of the old town
• Visiting El Templete where Havana’s first Catholic Mass was celebrated nearly 500 years ago
• Learning about Havana’s unique architecture from a local architect, including the religious and cultural aspects that have influenced the structures
• Taking a guided tour through world-famous Colon Cemetery, where an expert will explain the flamboyant chapels, vaults, tombs and galleries
• Dining at a paladar with a local clergy, discussing Cuban life today
• Visiting the Museum of the Revolution housed in the ornate former Presidential Palace
• Attending a private candlelight choir concert at San Francisco De Asis Church with members of the community
• Visiting Finca Vigia, Ernest Hemingway’s beloved home (his fishing boat is still there)
• Touring El Morro Castle, a picturesque fortress that “guards” the entrance of Havana Bay
• Learning about the Black Madonna at the Church of Our Lady of Regla, where Christianity and the Santeria religion are practiced side-by-side
• Driving to dinner on the last night in style – byway of a 1950s car (Cuban law dictates only cars bought before the 1959 Revolution can be freely bought and sold)

Regional Discoveries
Their most popular style, Regional Discoveries, are well-planned, in-depth escorted vacations that provide one-of-a-kind opportunities to experience the character, personality, and flavor of a specific region or country. Select a destination to find the Regional Discovery that's right for you.

River Cruises
Through Avalon Waterways, Globus offer over 100 different cruise options that meander down the Rhine, the Danube, the Main, the Rhone and the serene Moselle rivers of Europe. You can also cruise down the Nile, China's Yangtze River and visit the Galapagos Islands. River cruising allows you to sail to the heart of the world's most enchanting destinations. Unpack once and then enjoy up-close views of picturesque landscapes and the most modern amenities in the river cruise industry. On shore, Local Guides ensure you'll return to the ship having experienced an authentic slice of local life.

Monograms Independent Vacations
Monograms vacations provides you the chance to discover Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia & New Zealand, and North & South America independently, at your own pace and in your own style. Stay two to three nights in major cities enjoying more opportunities to relax, explore and enjoy free time. Monograms vacations also offer the assistance of a Local Host who provides authentic service and support, helping travelers feel more at ease in each destination. Dive into the local culture and put your finger on the pulse of the world's cities like never before.

Panoramas
Panoramas are escorted multi-country, multi-state, or multi-province tours. They are designed to allow travelers the chance to experience and compare a variety of cultures, take in "must see" sights, and create the most vivid memories all over the world at an on-the-go pace. Select the Panorama vacation that's right for you.

Vignettes
Designed for a new generation of touring Europe, these exciting vacations deliver a comprehensive overview of your destination-with more time in each city, centrally located hotels, and at least one train as a mode of transportation, so getting from city to city is part of the adventure!

Cruises & Tours
Travelers will visit destinations in Europe, North & South America, Hawaii, and Australia & New Zealand on our uniquely guided Cruise & Tours vacations. Thanks to a partnership with major cruise lines, these land vacations can be combined with a big-ship cruise to create an incredible journey on both land and sea. Don't just skim the surface of your destination-become a part of it-as expert Tour Directors share the inside stories that bring the world to life. Plus, earn more commission with us!

Special Events
For up-close views and behind-the-scenes glimpses of North America's most famous celebrations, travelers can experience Globus Special Events vacations. From Pasadena's Tournament of Roses Parade and the Calgary Stampede to Albuquerque's famous ballon fiesta, travelers not only witness exciting events but get to take part in them as well.

More interesting facts:

1. Can you take pictures? Yes, but absolutely no flash

2. Headphone translation? : There is none provided. The play is in German and a written outline is provided in English. The Passion Play story is obviously well known so your client will be able to easily follow along.

3. Meals: All meals (B, L, D) are provided by the hotel in Oberammergau for Globus clients: the Hotel Boeld. The Boeld is dedicated to Globus clients during the play. The hotel is a 10 minute walk from the theatre and not in the crush right in the middle of town which is an advantage. 

4. The actors and play: there are 21 major roles, the roles are double cast with no preference for the actor (i.e. understudy etc). They have to have lived in Oberammergau for 20 years to participate.

5. How many people from the USA?: 150,000  or about 30% of all travelers.  Oberammergau does not expect a big downturn in attendance and still predicts a 100% sellout. English is spoken in the city of Oberammergau. 

6. The play: Starts at 2:30 pm, break at 5 pm. The break is 3 hrs. Play ends at 10.30 pm. They did this so the crucifixion is at night and is very dramatic.

7. The theatre: the spectators will not get wet or rained on because the theatre is covered. The actors will if it did rain as they are not covered. Bring a sweater or blanket it can get cold. Oberammergau is 800 meters in altitude and in the Alps. There are lots of bathrooms at the play. The sets are handicapped accessible. It could snow in the later performances in Sept. The theatre holds exactly 4,720 people. We have some of the best seating arrangements. There is also an Oberammergau Museum at the Passion Play complex. It's an included feature with the ticket.

8. Staying outside of Oberammergau and the Globus advantage: Any tour operator not staying in Oberammergau itself is most likely approximately 20-25 kms from Oberammergau. It cannot be emphasized enough the huge advantage we have of staying in the town of Oberammergau. Other tour operators and their clients are living out of a bus. Who wants to take a bus home at 10:30 at night 25 kms away after the play? We will also have an operating office in Oberammergau.

Europe’s most famous cathedral, whose twin Gothic towers loom above France’s most beloved river, the Seine, actually owes a lot of its international success to the author Victor Hugo. Back in 1831, when Hugo wrote his classic novel about a hunchbacked bell-ringer at Notre Dame who falls in love with a beautiful gypsy, the medieval cathedral had fallen on hard times. During the Revolution in 1789, it had been seized, looted of its treasures and converted into an atheistic “Temple of Reason.” Even worse, after the monarchy was restored in 1815, Notre Dame was used as riverside warehouse – its once-splendid glass windows now dimmed and its facades decaying pathetically above the Île de la Cité. But Parisian’s indifference to their landmark ended suddenly in 1831, when Victor Hugo published his romantic novel the “Hunchback of Notre Dame,” (called “Notre-Dame de Paris” in French). The book was an international bestseller and lured armies of tourists to Paris in search of its Gothic cathedral setting. Hugo used this groundswell of public interest to lobby the French government for renovations of his beloved Notre Dame. From 1845 to 1864, repairs were indeed carried out – the clogged medieval streets nearby were cleared, revealing the marvelous edifice we see today.

Information provided by Globus Journeys

We know what you’re thinking, “Aren’t I already traveling with a group when I choose an escorted vacation?” Well, in fact, you are. But you may be looking to travel with a special group of people on an escorted vacation, in which case we’d like to give you a little extra attention, and when applicable, a discount.

Escorted vacations are ideal for group travel. Planning a family reunion? Putting together a trip for your school? Is your church organizing a religious or secular journey? The types of groups we can cater to are as varied as our vacations.

Let Globus take extra special care of your group. Not only will we make it easier on you, the vacation coordinator, but our vacations guarantee your group will come away with lasting memories. Your group will be talking about their trip for years to come.

Travel is responsible for some of life’s most memorable moments. Celebrating a life milestone or simply enjoying the vacation of a lifetime are just a few of the reasons people crave to travel. And when people can share those experiences with friends and loved ones, those memories last forever. Group travel is fun, rewarding and sometimes even life changing. So gather some of your closest confidants and plan a group vacation with Globus.

Discounts for group travelers – It only takes eight people to form a group for any of our land-based escorted vacations, and the eighth traveler saves 50% on the land price of the vacation. Plus the 16th traveler travels for free (land only). The discount can be used to save everyone a little on the price of their vacation or to treat a special person in your group, such as your mother as a surprise for her 60th birthday.

Trust – With more than 80 years experience, coupled with our $11 million consumer protection plan, means you can rest assured that your group is traveling with a credible, safe and longstanding company. Our worldwide offices and operations ensure that no matter where your group travels, their experiences will be safe, seamless and of superior quality.

Start Planning Today! If you have a special group vacation in mind, don’t delay in planning, as many of the popular vacations and departures can fill up quickly.

Specialized Group Department – If you have questions or are ready to book, we have a specialized group department who are ready to serve you. Whether it’s a small family reunion or a large affinity trip, our group department can work with you to put together the perfect vacation. They understand the uniqueness of group travel and will ensure that your booking process is smooth and effortless. We can assist with flyers, power point presentations and more, at not additional cost to you.

Please call 866.475.7023 for more information.