Day 1:
(Sat.) Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

Day 2:
Arrival in London, England. (Sun.) Uniformed Globus Hosts are available to help you make the most of your stay.

Day 3:
London. (Mon.) After a hearty English breakfast, morning sightseeing with a Local Guide includes all the famous landmarks: Knightsbridge with Harrods, the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben beside the River Thames, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall''s mounted horseguards and the Prime Minister''s Downing Street, and Buckingham Palace. Highlights are a visit to ST. PAUL’S CATHEDRAL, and the ceremonial pageantry of the Changing of the Guard, if held. Free time in the afternoon for independent activities or to join an optional excursion to Windsor Castle or the Tower of London with its fabulous Crown Jewels. Tonight, maybe an optional dinner followed by a cruise on the River Thames? (FB)

Day 4:
London–Stratford–Warwick. (Tue.) Meet your Tour Director and traveling companions and depart London at 8:30 a.m. for a lovely day of sightseeing. First, a special visit to admire the breathtaking ORNAMENTAL GARDENS of Henry VIII’s Hampton Court Palace. Your Tour Director will take you on a walk to see the Great Vine, Pond Garden, Privy Garden, and the flower borders of the Great Fountain Garden. Drive through Runnymede, site of the sealing of the Magna Carta; enjoy a walking tour in the university town of Oxford; admire the scenic Cotswold Hills. At Stratford-upon-Avon visit SHAKESPEARE’S BIRTHPLACE and take your pictures of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage. Before dinner at Warwick join your Tour Director for a toast to happy touring. (FB,D)

Day 5:
Warwick–York. (Wed.) A spectacular start to the day: on your special guided tour of magnificent WARWICK CASTLE, marvel at the opulent Great Hall and State Rooms and visit the former private apartments in which a royal weekend party of 1898 has been recreated. Later, skirt Robin Hood’s Sherwood Forest on the way to York, England’s most complete medieval city. Stand in awe in front of the great structure of York Minster, then follow your Tour Director through a maze of quaint streets including the narrow Shambles. (FB,D)

Day 6:
York–Edinburgh, Scotland. (Thu.) Inspect a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coast-to-coast defense against marauding northern tribes. Through wild Northumberland National Park motor to the Scottish border in the Cheviot Hills, and on to Jedburgh, where the abbey ruins and the house of Mary, Queen of Scots, are pointed out to you. Next visit Sir Walter Scott’s ABBOTSFORD HOUSE for an enlightening guided tour. Spend the next two nights in Edinburgh, the "Prince of Cities." Tonight, an optional Scottish evening with Highland dancers, bagpipers, and the Ceremony of the Haggis. (FB)

Day 7:
Edinburgh. (Fri.) Morning city sightseeing with a Local Guide introduces you to the 200-year-old “New Town” and famous scientists, inventors, and novelists. In the “Old Town,” drive up the narrow Royal Mile to EDINBURGH CASTLE to admire Scotland’s Crown Jewels, then explore HOLYROOD PALACE (except when the Queen is in residence). The afternoon is free to enjoy this “Prince of Cities” at your own pace. Later, a unique optional experience: board the former Royal Yacht Britannia, which for the Queen was once the perfect royal residence for glittering state visits and family holidays. Tour five decks and see how the Royal Family and crew of 240 lived and worked on board. Dinner rounds off this optional evening. For departure numbers 0729 through 0819 tickets are included for tonight''s performance of the world-renowned MILITARY TATTOO. (FB)

Day 8:
Edinburgh–Inverness. (Sat.) Over the elegant Forth Road Bridge and through Fife to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing. Through Braemar, home of the Royal Highland Games, to BALMORAL CASTLE. (After July 31, when the Royal Family is in residence, visit CRATHIE CHURCH instead.) From here take the scenic route through the vast expanses of heather in the Grampian Mountains. At CULLODEN VISITOR CENTRE hear about the story of the crushing Hanoverian victory over Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Scottish clans. Overnight at Inverness, the Highland capital. (FB,D)

Day 9:
Inverness–Glasgow. (Sun.) A day full of Highland splendor: Loch Ness with its mysterious monster; Fort William located beneath Ben Nevis. Skirt Loch Linnhe and enter haunting Glen Coe, where the MacDonalds were treacherously massacred by the Campbells in 1692. Across wild Rannoch Moor to the "Bonnie Banks" of Loch Lomond for a CRUISE on the loch before heading south to Glasgow. (FB,D)

Day 10:
Glasgow–Lake District–Chester, England. (Mon.) On the way through the history-steeped Lowland Hills stop at Gretna Green, where the blacksmith used to wed runaway couples. Enter the beautiful Lake District and follow the shores of Ullswater. Then over Kirkstone Pass to visit Bowness-on- Windermere. On your walking tour of Chester see the Roman remains, black and white half-timbered buildings, and the two-tiered arcades called the "Rows." (FB,D)

Day 11:
Chester–North Wales–Dublin, Ireland. (Tue.) Cross the border into North Wales and through the incomparable landscapes of Snowdonia National Park, via lovely Betws-y-Coed and over spectacular Llanberis Pass. After a break at Caernarvon it’s across Britannia Bridge to the Isle of Anglesey for photos at tongue-twisting Llanfair... At Holyhead board your High Speed Ferry for the fast Irish Sea crossing to Dun Laoghaire. Ask your Tour Director for tonight’s dining suggestions. (FB)

Day 12:
Dublin. (Wed.) An orientation drive in the Irish capital includes statue-lined O’Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Then visit Oscar Wilde’s TRINITY COLLEGE, famous for the 1,200-year-old Book of Kells and the magnificent Old Library. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight take your Tour Director’s dining recommendation. (FB)

Day 13:
Dublin–Limerick. (Thu.) Across the Curragh to the IRISH NATIONAL STUD at Kildare. Lots to see on the way to Limerick: the Rock of Cashel where St. Patrick preached; Tipperary, made famous in a wartime marching song; and on arrival an orientation drive acquaints you with St. Mary’s Cathedral, King John’s Castle, and the Stone where the Treaty of Limerick was signed in 1691. Tonight’s recommendation: an optional banquet at Bunratty Castle. (FB)

Day 14:
Limerick. West Coast Excursion. (Fri.) A breathtaking view of the Clare coast from the 668-foot CLIFFS OF MOHER, then a drive across the limestone plateau of The Burren to the port city of Galway. Hear about the infamous Lynch Stone, commemorating the day Mayor James Lynch Fitzstephen hanged his son for murder. Drive into the unspoiled region of Connemara, and at Moycullen visit a CONNEMARA MARBLE FACTORY. (FB)

Day 15:
Limerick–Ring of Kerry–Killarney. (Sat.) Via quaint Adare, with its pretty thatched cottages, and Killorglin on Dingle Bay, the setting for Ryan’s Daughter, join the spectacular "Ring of Kerry" for a 100-mile panoramic drive around the island’s southwestern tip. Take your photos of the Lakes of Killarney then spend the night in this popular resort town. (FB,D)

Day 16:
Killarney–Waterford. (Sun.) Morning visit to Blarney, renowned for its Stone of Eloquence. Time for lunch, to walk up to the castle, and to shop for traditional Irish handicrafts. In the afternoon proceed via Cork to Waterford, a stronghold founded by the Danish Vikings. Time still for a visit to the world-famous WATERFORD CRYSTAL FACTORY. (FB,D)

Day 17:
Waterford–Bristol, England. (Mon.) By ferry from Rosslare across St. George’s Channel to Pembroke and a drive through South Wales. Cross the River Severn and in Bristol your orientation focuses on Brunel’s daring Clifton Suspension Bridge, SS Great Britain, and the historic harbor from which John Cabot sailed in 1497 to discover America. (FB,D)

Day 18:
Bristol–Bath–Plymouth. (Tue.) First this morning in Georgian Bath, with time to explore the amazing excavations of the ROMAN BATHS. Then focus on Cheddar Gorge and King Arthur’s Glastonbury. Visit pretty Widecombe in the Moor as you head across Dartmoor to Plymouth, destination for the next two nights. (FB,D)

Day 19:
Plymouth. Cornwall Excursion. (Wed.) Cross the River Tamar on your way to the pretty shark-fishing village and former smugglers’ port of Looe. Back in Plymouth, a leisurely afternoon. See the Mayflower Steps where the Pilgrim Fathers embarked in 1620, and hear about Sir Francis Drake. Maybe an optional cruise on Plymouth Sound. Your Tour Director will also have recommendations for this evening. (FB)

Day 20:
Plymouth–London. (Thu.) Two sightseeing highlights on the last leg of your journey: first try to figure out the intriguing prehistoric riddle of STONEHENGE; then stroll through pretty Salisbury with its vast cathedral, the ultimate in Early English Gothic. Return to London around 4 p.m. How about celebrating the success of your vacation by taking in one of the great West End shows? (FB)

Day 21:
(Fri.) Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (FB)

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CURRENT SPECIALS:

Book now and take $200 off per couple on any air-inclusive European Low Season Vacations.*

* Book a 2008/2009 Globus Europe Winter air-inclusive vacation on select carriers to receive the $100 per person discount. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between June 4 and August 31, 2008 for travel commencing between October 1, 2008 and April 30, 2009. To secure the air booking, an additional deposit of $250 is required, which is refundable until the time that the flight information is confirmed. Offers not valid with one another or any offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

Save up to $600 per stateroom on 2009 Globus River and Small Ship Cruises

Discover an entirely new way to uncover the wonders of the world with river and small ship cruises. From a wine tasting adventure through the vineyards of France to island hopping in the Galapagos Islands, you’re sure to find a Globus river or small ship cruise that speaks to your heart. There’s simply no more peaceful way to sample the charming cities and awe-inspiring sights of Europe, China, Egypt and the Galápagos Islands.

*Book a 2009 Globus River Cruise air-inclusive vacation to receive the $300 off per person offer. Cruise-only bookings are eligible for the $125 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between May 14 and August 31, 2008 for travel through December 31, 2009. To secure the air booking, an additional deposit of $250 is required, which is refundable until the time that the flight information is confirmed. Offers not valid with one-another or any other offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.

Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus

Discount for young travelers

Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.

Pay less for your second vacation

We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.

Triple room reduction

On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.

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!

Do you have a large party of friends or family that wants to travel?

Right now when you book between 5 and 7 people before December 31, 2008, each passenger will save $75.* For example, book 5 passengers and receive a $375 discount, 6 passengers equals a $450 discount and 7 passengers will receive a $525 discount. With an offer like this, the world’s greatest destinations are now closer than ever!

*Book a 2009 Globus vacation for five, six or seven travelers to receive the $75 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between Jun 4 and Dec 31, 2008 for travel through December 31, 2009. Individuals must be traveling together from the same origination point to receive the discount. Not valid with any other offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.