Globus Tours - About the Globus Family of Escorted Tours

It all began more than 80 years ago when a young man purchased a rowboat to transport visitors across Lake Lugano, Switzerland. Who would have thought that this single rowboat would launch one of the world's leading travel companies?

Today, the Globus family of brands is a global company reaching every corner of the world, yet remains family-owned and steeped in the values Antonio had when he set out across Lake Lugano—to enlighten travelers by showing them the very best of the destinations Globus escorted tours know so well.

At the core of the company are Antonio's ideals of passion, hard work, innovation and love for travel. These values are the cornerstone on which Globus family of brands was built and will continue to grow for generations to come.

Think about all the great things you plan to do on your vacation. Now picture it going perfectly. That's what it feels like to tour. Bypassing the waiting lines at attractions, enjoying the company of your fellow travelers instead of driving on your own, walking into your hotel lobby and loving it every time. Not a moment of your priceless vacation wasted.

With Globus, it goes beyond planning perfection. After more than 80 years Globus vacations have come to know vacations like no one else. And they can't wait to share their stories with you. Those unforgettable details about the colorful characters and places that will transform your visit into a lasting memory. Throughout your Globus tour your destination will be brought to life by expert Tour Directors who will share those stories and their intimate knowledge of every location and landmark.

• With more than 225 guided vacations to more than 70 countries on six continents, Globus gives you choice to ensure you'll see the world the way you want.
• VIP Access - skip the lines and get special treatment at the must-see attractions.
• Central Hotels - Globus tours have done the work to find just the right hotels in the heart of the city.
• Tour Directors - take your heads out of the guidebook and let expert guides make every destination fascinating.
• Transportation - leave the navigating to Globus – and just sit back and enjoy the ride.
• Inside visits to major and must-see sites are included in the vacation price.
• A variety of travel styles and specialty travel includes Cruise & Tour, Family Travel, Religious Vacations, and more.
• As you encounter famous sights, you don't just view or drive by — you visit, taking the time to go inside and learn the stories that bring them to life.
• The ideal combination of free time and planned activities results in the perfect getaway.
• Portage is included! Not handling your own bag really enhances your vacation experience.
• A dynamic blend of transportation includes deluxe motorcoach, rail, air, and cruise — Globus escorted tours make getting there part of the fun!
• Many great meals are included in the package price—for a great value plus freedom to experience the local fare as you wish.
• As the most recognized Tour Operator in the industry, Globus vacations receive five times the recommendation rate as their nearest competitor, and they're the escorted travel provider of choice by Travel Weekly, Recommend magazine, and Travel Age West.
• Globus escorted travel receives a 97% satisfaction rating on their customers' post-vacation surveys.
• More than 80 years experience showing people the world.