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SAV E 5 % T R A N S P O R TAT I O N Spectacular train rides, breathtaking cable car ascents, overnight Aegean cruise ships, scenic day ferries, private first-class motorcoaches (most with free Wi-Fi )—Cosmos offers a wonderful variety of transportation for a memorable travel experience. And with Cosmos, you never have to worry about getting to the ferry on time, buying tickets for the train, or waiting in long lines to take the cable car. Just sit back and enjoy the ride! S IGHTS EEI NG Our packages include guided sightseeing and scenic highlights that reveal the best of Europe. Cruise down the Rhine River, through the Greek Isles, or across the Straits of Gibraltar. Bask in the beauty of Tuscany, the Swiss Alps, Scottish Highlands, French Riviera, Costa del Sol, Sahara Desert, and more. Enjoy inside visits of the must-see sites with knowledgeable Local Guides who will bring each destination to life. Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description.
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Journeys Club members can save 5% on any 2017 Globus family of brands holiday. This is on top of other great member benefits, including deal alerts throughout the year. To become a member, simply enroll via GlobusFamily.com.au, detailing your previous Globus family of brands holiday(s).
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You can also save when three people travel together and share accommodations. (NOTE: A triple room is usually the same size as a twin room, with beds to accommodate three. We cannot guarantee there will be three separate beds. If there are only two beds, a rollaway bed may be requested, but cannot be guaranteed.)
W E H E L P S O LO T R AV E L L E R S SAV E , TO O G U I DA N C E At the heart of every great Cosmos tour are the friendly, knowledgeable folks who show you around and help you maximise your free time. We go to incredible lengths to find the most professional Tour Directors and Local Guides. They deliver commentary in English, but are multilingual so they can navigate Europe with ease and give you the richest experience possible. When in London, the Cosmos hospitality desk is available at your hotel for any help or information you may need. Our expert staff can suggest what to do and where to go, and arrange excursions, evening entertainment, and theatre outings for you. ACCO M M O DAT I O N S After a day of travelling you want to relax at a comfortable, clean, and attractive hotel. We select hotels with the best guestrooms (always with a private bathroom), service, and food for the money. See individual itinerary pages for hotels.
MEALS When it comes to meals, Cosmos strikes a perfect balance. We include some meals to save you time and money, yet we also leave enough free time so you can sample Europe’s gastronomic delights on your own. See individual itinerary pages for specifics about which meals are included on your holiday.
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Travel doesn’t have to be a couple or group activity! In fact, more than a third of our passengers are out there seeing the world on their own, so we’ve designed a great way for solo travellers to avoid paying the single room supplement and save money. We accept “guaranteed share” reservations that match up solo travellers of the same gender in twin-bedded rooms. For mutual comfort, there is a no-smoking rule. “Guaranteed Shares” are not available on select extensions or for any extra nights before or after your holiday, or on overnight trains or cruises. And if no other traveller books “guaranteed share” on your chosen holiday, we’ll set you up in a single room at no extra charge! If you are a solo traveller who prefers the privacy of your own room, single accommodations can be reserved. Single room supplements are listed online.
1. Requires payment of $250 per person deposit within 7 days of booking or by 13 September 2016 (whichever comes first). 10% early booking discount based on land-only portion of core tour on twin share price, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips and supplements/reductions. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between June 22, 2016, and September 13, 2016. Combinable with Journeys Club repeat traveller benefit, second tour discount & Airfare Discount. Offer reliant on space availability and applies to new 2017 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply and additional restrictions may apply. See Terms & Conditions for details.
4. Must be a Journeys Club member at the time of booking to receive a 5% discount on the land-only portion of Globus, Cosmos, Monograms, or Avalon Waterways core tour, package, or cruise and on twin share price, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips, and supplements/reductions. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between June 22, 2016, and December 31, 2017, for travel commencing by December 31, 2017. Journeys Club member number must be supplied before full payment is made. Applies to new 2017 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. See Terms & Conditions for details.
2. Multiple tours must travel within the same calendar year and must be booked at the same time. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between June 22, 2016, and September 13, 2016 to receive the doubled second tour discount. Offer can be combined with Save 10% Book Early & Save Discount, Airfare Discount and Journeys Club repeat traveller benefit. Does not apply to Globus, Monograms or Avalon Waterways. Offer reliant on space availability and applies to new 2017 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. See Terms & Conditions for details.
5. 10% off Young Traveller discount based on the land-only portion of core tour, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/fees, tips, and supplements. To receive the Young Traveller discount, the age of the traveller must qualify at commencement of services. Discount based on twin occupancy. Young Traveller discounts are not combinable with any other offer or discount other than Journeys Club repeat traveller discount. Additional restrictions may apply. See Terms & Conditions for details.
3. Airfare discount applies to international airfare ticketed through Cosmos reservations/air desk. Offer only available when combined with a land tour. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between June 22, 2016, and September 13, 2016. Airfare deposit and final payment conditions apply and will be confirmed at time of reservation. Offer can be combined with Save 10% Book Early & Save Discount, Second Tour Discount and Journeys Club repeat traveller benefit. Offer reliant on space availability and applies to new 2017 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. See Terms & Conditions for details.
6. Triple room reduction available on most Cosmos tours, please call for availability and reduction amounts. Not combinable with any other offer or discount other than the Journeys Club repeat traveller benefit. See Terms & Conditions for details.
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9090 TOUR 9090 24 Days from London to London DEPARTS March to October MEALS 23 Breakfasts (B), 10 Dinners (D)
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Day 5 NEWCASTLE-JEDBURGH, SCOTLAND-MELROSE-EDINBURGH. See a section of Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman coastto-coast defence against marauding northern tribes, then motor through wild Northumberland National Park to the Scottish border. (B)
Strathpeffer Inverness Culloden Moor
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Waterford 1 Tramore 2 Killarney Blarney Dungarvan
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Day 1 ARRIVE IN LONDON, ENGLAND. Time to rest or to start exploring the lively English capital. DAY 2 LONDON. Today is devoted to exploring on your own or enjoying our exciting program of optional activities. You may choose to join a Local Guide for an optional morning sightseeing tour of the city’s famous landmarks: the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Whitehall’s mounted horseguards and the Prime Minister’s Downing Street, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. (B)
Day 6 EDINBURGH. A full day to enjoy the Scottish capital. Morning 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. (B) Day 7 EDINBURGH-ST. ANDREWS- DUNDEEPERTH-PITLOCHRY-CULLODEN MOORINVERNESS-STRATHPEFFER. Take the elegant Forth Road Bridge to St. Andrews, whose Royal and Ancient Golf Club has given us the rules of golfing, then cross the Firth of Tay and via Dundee and Perth, head into the Highlands, then via Inverness, head for your Highland destination. (B,D) Day 8 STRATHPEFFER. WEST COAST EXCURSION. Today see Dornoch Firth, the Kyle of Sutherland, the Mountains of Assynt, and Knockan Crag. Then, follow Strath Oykel for a
visit to Ullapool, before returning along Loch Glascarnoch. (B) Day 9 STRATHPEFFER-ISLE OF SKYE-FORT WILLIAM-GLASGOW. Drive through the western Highlands to Lochalsh and the Inner Hebridean Isle of Skye. The route back to the mainland is by FERRY, then breathtaking scenery all the way to Fort William beneath Ben Nevis. Glen Coe, and a drive along the “Bonnie Banks” of Loch Lomond are scenic highlights on the way to Glasgow, Scotland’s great cultural city. (B,D) Day 10 GLASGOW-ALLOWAY-BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND. On this morning’s orientation drive through Scotland’s largest city, Later, stop at Alloway, the birthplace of Robert Burns, before boarding the FERRY for the Irish Sea crossing to Belfast. (B) Day 11 BELFAST-GIANT’S CAUSEWAY- DERRYBELLEEK-DRUMCLIFF, IRELAND- SLIGO. Take the scenic route along the Antrim Coast to awe-inspiring GIANT’S CAUSEWAY, then head for the city of Derry, and, later, BELLEEK POTTERY before arriving in Sligo. (B,D) Day 12 SLIGO-KNOCK-GALWAY-CLIFFS OF MOHER-ENNIS. Travel south to Galway, a popular seaside
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Day 13 ENNIS-DINGLE PENINSULA- KILLARNEY. Via Clonderlaw Bay to Killimer for the FERRY across the Shannon estuary. Breathtaking scenery this afternoon on the Dingle Peninsula. Afternoon arrival in Killarney. (B,D) Day 14 KILLARNEY. RING OF KERRY EXCURSION. At Killorglin, join the road known as the RING OF KERRY for a 160-kilometre (100mile) coastal panoramic drive. (B) Day 15 KILLARNEY-BLARNEY- DUNGARVANTRAMORE. More scenic splendour as you head into County Cork. Stop in Blarney, famous for its Stone of Eloquence. After lunch, drive past Cork. Finally, Dungarvan and along the Copper Coast to the seaside resort of Tramore. (B,D) Day 16 TRAMORE-WATERFORD-AVOCAGLENDALOUGH-DUBLIN. Highlights on your northbound journey: Waterford, Enniscorthy, a visit to Ireland’s oldest HANDWEAVING mill at Avoca, views of the Wicklow Mountains and Glendalough. Afternoon arrival in Dublin (B)
Day 21 PLYMOUTH. CORNWALL EXCURSION. A day full of West Country sights as you head through Daphne du Maurier’s Cornwall. Take your photos at Land’s End before exploring the popular seaside resort of St. Ives. (B)
See the famous
EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO
Day 22 PLYMOUTH-STONEHENGEARUNDEL-BRIGHTON. An interesting day with a visit to intriguing, prehistoric STONEHENGE. Explore the stunning visitor centre with its imaginative exhibitions, then admire the magnificence of the monument up close before continuing on to the seaside resort of Brighton. (B,D) Day 23 RIGHTON-ROYAL TUNBRIDGE WELLS-LONDON. Time this morning for a seafront promenade stroll or to browse along The Lanes, a quaint area of narrow streets renowned for its antique shops. Finally, take the scenic route to Royal Tunbridge Wells. Afternoon arrival in London. (B) DAY 24 LONDON. Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Tickets included for select departures, late July to mid August. Please call to enquire.
Day 17 DUBLIN. A day in the “Fair City” starts off with an orientation drive through Ireland’s capital and includes statue-lined O’Connell Street, elegant Georgian squares, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral. (B) Day 18 DUBLIN-WREXHAM, WALES. Take the FERRY across the Irish Sea to Holyhead on the Welsh Isle of Anglesey. Enjoy the best of North Wales on a scenic drive through Snowdonia National Park, before arriving in Wrexham. (B,D)
Day 3 LONDON-OXFORDSTRATFORD-UPON-AVON-COVENTRY. A memorable day of sightseeing: a photo opportunity at Hampton Court Palace; Runnymede, where King John sealed the Magna Carta; a walking tour in Oxford, and skirting the Cotswold Hills to Shakespeare’s Stratford upon- Avon. Take photos of Anne Hathaway’s Cottage and explore the town at your own pace. Overnight is near Coventry. (B,D) Day 4 COVENTRY-YORK-NEWCASTLE. Leave the Midlands and head north to York, England’s most complete medieval city. Stand in awe in front of the great structure of York Minster. Stop for the night in Newcastle. (B,D)
destination and a buzzing cosmopolitan centre. Then, cross the limestone plateau of The Burren to visit CLIFFS OF MOHER. Tonight, a chance to attend an optional banquet at Bunratty Castle. (B)
Day 19 WREXHAM-BUILTH WELLS- BRECONCARDIFF. A day dedicated to Wales as you head South through the ancient market town of Builth Wells and the Brecon Beacons National Park. In Cardiff, an orientation drive takes in Cathays Park with its splendid civic buildings and Cardiff Castle. (B)
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Day 20 CARDIFF-BATH, ENGLANDGLASTONBURY-WIDECOMBE-PLYMOUTH. Across the Severn Bridge to the elegant Georgian city of Bath, famed for its Roman relics. Into the West Country via Glastonbury and wild and romantic Dartmoor to Plymouth. (B,D) *Price includes Save 10% Early Booking Discount. Itinerary is based on 2016, and is subject to change. Full details available in September.
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TOUR 6070 15 Days from Frankfurt to Frankfurt DEPARTS March to December MEALS 14 Breakfasts (B), 5 Dinners (D)
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Day 7 KRAKOW. Optional morning sightseeing in ancient Krakow, for centuries the residence of Polish kings. See the Market Square, the Jewish Quarter, St. Mary’s Church, and Wawel Cathedral. Free time later to explore this interesting town at your own pace and mingle with the locals. (B) Day 8 KRAKOW-BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. A comfortable drive through three countries. First, south to the Tatra Mountains of Poland, then through a scenic part of Slovakia, and finally into Hungary. (B,D) Day 9 BUDAPEST. Included sightseeing features Buda Castle, which dominates the twin cities of Buda and Pest, separated by the broad ribbon of the Danube. (B)
Day 1 ARRIVE IN FRANKFURT, GERMANY. Day is free for you to explore Frankfurt. Day 2 FRANKFURT-WEIMAR-BERLIN. Travel northeast today using the Autobahn for a stop in Weimar. Journey past Jena, home to the worldfamous Zeiss Optics Factory. Over the Elbe River into Germany’s capital city, Berlin. (B)
Day 10 BUDAPEST-VIENNA, AUSTRIA. Head for the Austrian border by way of Gyor. You’ll be in Vienna in time to enjoy the afternoon and evening in this lively capital. Enjoy the included sightseeing tour with a Local Guide. (B)
DAY 11 VIENNA-PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. Morning optional excursion to Schonbrunn Palace. This afternoon, cross the Czech border into Moravia, then through the rich farmlands of Bohemia to Prague. (B,D)
Day 14 MUNICH-NORDLINGENROTHENBURG-FRANKFURT AREA. The highlight today is undoubtedly the Romantic Road, which runs north to south as far as the Alps. First to lovely medieval Nordlingen, then Rothenburg with its ramparts and towers, cobblestone streets, and 16th-century houses, before heading towards the Frankfurt area. (B,D) Day 15 FRANKFURT AREA. Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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Day 1 ARRIVE IN DUBLIN, IRELAND. Meet your travelling companions for an afternoon orientation drive through statue-lined O’Connell Street and elegant Georgian squares to St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Trinity College.
Day 5 ENNIS-ADARE-RING OF KERRY-KILLARNEY. Skirting the city of Limerick, head to Adare, a village known for its prize-winning thatched cottages. At Killorglin, join the road known as the RING OF KERRY for a 160-kilometre (100-mile) coastal panoramic drive. The next two nights are spent in the popular resort of Killarney. (B,D) Day 6 KILLARNEY. DINGLE PENINSULA EXCURSION. Breathtaking scenery this morning on the Dingle Peninsula, where the 51-kilometre (32-mile) Slea Head drive affords magnificent vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Back in Killarney, a special optional adventure: take a horse-drawn jaunting car along the national park lakeshore for pictures of Ross Castle. (B)
for its Stone of Eloquence, with time at your leisure to see the castle and shop for Irish crafts and handmade crystal. After lunch, drive past Cork, the country’s second-largest city on the way to Waterford, where a guided tour of the HOUSE OF WATERFORD CRYSTAL is included. (B,D) Day 8 TRAMORE-ENNISCORTHY- AVOCAGLENDALOUGH-DUBLIN. Highlights on your northbound journey: Enniscorthy, site of the final battle of the Great Rebellion of 1798; a visit to Ireland’s oldest HANDWEAVING MILL at Avoca; views of the Wicklow Mountains; and Glendalough with its ruins of a centre of Irish Christianity, founded by St. Kevin. Back in Dublin tonight, celebrate the success of your tour with an optional dinner evening at the Guinness Storehouse. (B) Day 9 DUBLIN. Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Day 7 KILLARNEY-BLARNEY- WATERFORDTRAMORE. More scenic splendour as you head over the Kerry Mountains into County Cork. Stop in Blarney, famous
Day 3 BELFAST-GIANT’S CAUSEWAY- DERRYDONEGAL, IRELAND-SLIGO. First stop this morning is GIANT’S CAUSEWAY, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Let the province’s story unfold as you head for the city of Derry before returning to the Republic to visit Donegal, the ancient town founded by Danish Vikings and home of the O’Donnell Clan. Drive along Donegal Bay with its small fishing ports and hidden beaches before arriving in Sligo, tonight’s destination. (B,D)
Day 4 BERLIN-POZNAN, POLAND-WARSAW. Drive east to Poznan, one of Poland’s oldest trading centres and now an international marketplace during its industrial fairs. Continue to Warsaw, the capital city of Poland. (B,D) Day 5 WARSAW. The included sightseeing tour is an introduction to Warsaw, magnificently reconstructed after wartime destruction. Today, its wide avenues contrast strikingly with the narrow lanes of the old section. (B)
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destination and a buzzing cosmopolitan centre with colourful shops and a busy cafe and bar culture. Cross the limestone plateau of The Burren to visit the spectacular 204 metre (668-foot) CLIFFS OF MOHER. (B)
Day 2 DUBLIN-DOWNPATRICK, NORTHERN IRELAND-BELFAST. On your northbound route today, pass Drogheda, scene of the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, then through the fertile landscape of the Boyne Valley, known for its prehistoric passage graves. Cross the border into Northern Ireland and drive past the Mountains of Mourne to Downpatrick, the burial place of Patrick, Ireland’s Patron Saint, and on to the vibrant city of Belfast, where the Titanic was built. (B)
Day 3 BERLIN. On this morning’s included guided tour, learn how the city is no longer divided but every bit as fascinating. Once the city of contrasts with its West and East side separated into two different worlds, since the fall of the wall, Berlin has developed into a harmonious blend of old and new (B)
Day 6 WARSAW-JASNA GORAAUSCHWITZ-KRAKOW. Two encounters with history on your southbound journey today. First, JASNA GORA near
Donegal Atlantic Ocean
Day 12 PRAGUE. The included guided sightseeing features landmarks such as the Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge, and the Old Town Square with the Astronomical Clock. (B) Day 13 PRAGUE-MUNICH, GERMANY. Into the landscape of the Bohemian Forest before reaching the Czech-German border. Drive south, enjoying the Bavarian scenery, to Munich, the “Secret Capital,” for an orientation drive. (B)
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Czestochowa. In the afternoon, visit what is left of the Auschwitz CONCENTRATION CAMP, a chilling reminder of the Holocaust. Evening arrival in Krakow. (B,D)
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Day 4 SLIGO-KNOCK-GALWAYCLIFFS OF MOHER-ENNIS. South to Knock, a village that has attracted pilgrims from all over the world since the townsfolk saw apparitions. Then, to Galway, a popular seaside *Price includes Save 10% Early Booking Discount. Itinerary is based on 2016, and is subject to change. Full details available in September.
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Day 1 ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY. The day is free for you to explore this ancient capital. Day 2 ROME. The “Eternal City”-a city steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Included sightseeing with a Local Guide starts in St. Peter’s Square, followed by a visit to the ROMAN FORUM and the mighty COLOSSEUM. (B) Day 3 ROME-PISA-MONTECATINI. This morning, vistas of undulating hills, austere rows of cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Stop in Pisa and visit the SQUARE OF MIRACLES and see the amazing Leaning Tower. (B) Day 4 MONTECATINI. EXCURSION TO FLORENCE. Today, enjoy an included excursion to Florence. Your Local Guide will show you most of the cities highlights on the walking tour. (B,D) Day 5 MONTECATINI-LA SPEZIA- CINQUE TERRE-GENOA. Travel towards La Spezia, a province in Italy’s Liguria region. Ride the TRAIN to Levanto and stop to see one of the five spectacular Cinque Terre villages. Back on the coach, head towards Genoa, birthplace of explorer Christopher Columbus, for an overnight. (B)
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Day 6 GENOA-MILAN-LAKE MAGGIORE. Today’s included guided sightseeing tour is an excellent introduction to Genoa. A maze of squares and alleys, the city grew around the port, a natural inlet, and boasts the largest medieval historical centre in Europe. Stop in Milan to marvel at its magnificent Duomo, then continue to Baveno in the Lake Maggiore area. (B) Day 7 LAKE MAGGIORE. EXCURSION TO LUGANO. Time to relax and get to know the area. Take advantage of the included excursion to visit Lugano and its lake in Switzerland. (B) Day 8 LAKE MAGGIORE-VERONA-VENICE AREA. Travel across the Po River plain and stop in the romantic city of Verona to see Romeo and Juliet’s balcony, and enjoy some time at leisure before reaching the Venice area. (B) Day 9 VENICE. Venice is more like a marvellous film set than a real-life city, with its criss-crossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. The included orientation starts with a BOAT RIDE to St. Mark’s Square and is followed by time at leisure. (B,D)
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Explore the maze of streets in Venice, and discover hidden treasures and restaurants in their back alleys. Stand in awe as you admire the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a must-see icon in Italy. Have your camera ready as you explore the historical sites of Rome, including the Colosseum, the amphitheatre used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles during the Roman Empire. Sit in a café as you admire one of Italy’s most unique squares in Siena.
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Day 1 ARRIVE IN MADRID, SPAIN. The day is free to start exploring lively Madrid. (D) Day 2 MADRID. Spaniards say the Spanish capital, situated 665 metres (2,180 feet) above sea level, is the nearest thing to Heaven. You have only a day here, and it’s certainly worth making the most of it by joining the included guided sightseeing tour: a
Day 10 VENICE AREA-RAVENNA-ASSISIPERUGIA. An interesting drive southwards right across the Po Delta to Ravenna. In the afternoon, journey to Assisi, enclosed by ramparts and little changed since the Middle Ages. (B,D)
full panoramic drive by way of the Avenida Mayor, Puerta del Sol, Parliament Square, and a picture stop outside the ROYAL PALACE. (B) Day 3 MADRID-AVILA-SALAMANCA-COIMBRA, PORTUGAL. West for a visit to fortified Avila with its many towers. Next is Salamanca, just 9.6 kilometres (6 miles) from the spot where Wellington routed Napoleon’s army in 1812. Cross the frontier to Guarda, the highest town in Portugal. From here, descend to the valleys of the Serra da Estrela to Coimbra for an overnight. (B,D) Day 4 COIMBRA-FATIMA-OBIDOS-LISBON. This morning, enjoy your orientation tour of Coimbra, celebrated for its beauty and ancient university. Later, travel southwards to visit the SANCTUARY of Fatima. En route, stop for an enjoyable wine tasting, then continue to the fortified Obidos, before reaching Portugal’s capital, Lisbon, for two overnights. (B) Day 5 LISBON. Henry the Navigator made Lisbon the 15th-century “Mistress of the Seas.” On the included tour, see his monument, the Belem Tower, the Moorish Citadel, and the impressive Black Horse Square. Spend the afternoon in the Alfama’s tile-decorated streets, or take an optional excursion to coastal Estoril and Cascais. (B)
Day 7 SEVILLE. At leisure in one of Spain’s most colourful cities. (B) Day 8 SEVILLE-FERRY TO MOROCCO-RABAT. An interesting drive today through Spain’s pretty sherry wine region and south to the coast. Here, you will embark the FERRY and cruise across the Strait of Gibraltar to Morocco on the African continent. (B,D) Day 9 RABAT-CASABLANCA-MARRAKESH. Today starts with an included guided city sightseeing tour of the country’s lively capital. Later, via Settat, reach Morocco’s westernmost city: Casablanca. Continue on to the historic oasis city of Marrakesh. (B,D) Day 10 MARRAKESH. The highlight of this morning is included city sightseeing that will make you feel like you’ve been whisked back in time. (B) Day 11 MARRAKESH-FEZ. Today, motor through the fragrant cedar forests of the Middle Atlas mountains, where a number of peaks soar above 3,962 metres (13,000 feet) in elevation. (B,D) Day 12 FEZ. Ancient Fez is a city of outstanding scenic beauty. Visit the MEDINA during included sightseeing this morning, and enjoy the maze of narrow streets through the colourful bazaars and exotic atmosphere. (B)
Day 11 PERUGIA-POMPEII-SORRENTO. Drive south on the autostrada to Pompeii. On the included visit you can see the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theatre, and forum. Next, Sorrento, set on a plateau above the waters of the Bay of Naples. (B)
Day 13 FEZ-FERRY CROSSING TO SPAIN-COSTA DEL SOL. Today, an early departure takes you north for the FERRY back to mainland Spain for an overnight on the Costa del Sol. (B,D)
Day 12 SORRENTO. BOAT TRIP TO CAPRI. Surrounded by rocky coastline where the crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves. The town with its pretty piazza, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and smart restaurants is a mecca for the jet set. (B,D)
Day 14 COSTA DEL SOL-GRANADA. Drive along the coastal road of the Costa del Sol (Coast of the Sun) and head into the heart of Andalusia to reach Granada. (B,D)
Day 13 SORRENTO-ROME. This morning, time at leisure or enjoy an optional excursion to Positano before a comfortable drive northwards for an afternoon arrival in Rome. (B) Day 14 ROME. Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Day 6 LISBON-SEVILLE, SPAIN. From the rolling plains of the Alentejo with its woodlands of cork and eucalyptus trees, southwards all the way to the brilliant light of Andalusia. (B,D)
Day 15 GRANADA-MADRID. Travel north today through the very heart of Don Quixote’s La Mancha, famed for its castle and windmills. (B) COLOSSEUM, ROME
*Price includes Save 10% Early Booking Discount. Itinerary is based on 2016, and is subject to change. Full details available in September.
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Day 16 MADRID. Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B) More Europe Preview itineraries available at CosmosTours.com.au
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DISCOVER EUROPE’S BEST WITH GLOBUS There’s no better way to experience the wonders of Europe than on a first class Globus Tour. You’ll experience more inclusions, giving you the freedom to customise, relax and just enjoy your European holiday of a lifetime.
EVERY COSMOS TOUR INCLUDES:
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aQuality accommodation aSightseeing with Local Guides aServices of a professional Tour Director a Deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach with complimentary Wi-Fi aPlenty of free time to explore
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For more information, call 1300 230 234 visit CosmosTours.com.au or see your Travel Agent *Above prices include Save 10% Early Booking Discount. See page 5 for deals terms and conditions. Itinerary is based on 2016, and is subject to change. Full details available in September.
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COSMOS TERMS & CONDITIONS Please Read Carefully 1. The purchase of any travel services offered by Circuit Travel Pty Ltd (ABN 12 001 268 257), authorised to trade as The Globus Family of Brands (which includes the authorisation to trade as Globus, Cosmos, Monograms and Avalon Waterways) (“The Company”) constitutes a contractual arrangement between you (also referred to in these conditions as “traveller ”) and The Company, and represents your acceptance of The Company’s Terms & Conditions as set out herein. Please ensure that you carefully read and understand these Terms & Conditions prior to booking. You represent and warrant that you are authorised to accept The Company’s Terms & Conditions on behalf of everyone named in your booking, and you will be deemed to have accepted The Company’s Terms & Conditions on behalf of everyone named in your booking. You are advised to check The Company’s websites or to request the latest version of the Terms & Conditions from your Travel Agent or The Company prior to booking your holiday. 2. Additional Terms and Conditions apply to group reservations. For group reservations, please call 1300 330 334 or see the Travel Agent section on the website. HOW TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION
3. To make your reservation or for enquiries see your Travel Agent or call 1300 230 234. DEPOSIT AND FINAL PAYMENT
4. Except as provided in clause 8, a non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $250 per person per land tour is required for The Company to reserve space for you, with some limited exceptions as noted below. The deposit must be received within 7 days of booking. On certain departures, deposits may be required at time of booking to hold or to confirm space for you. Your reservation will be automatically cancelled if the deposit is not received by The Company by the deposit due date. Your booking is not confirmed and payment is not deemed made until the deposit is received by The Company and The Company sends a confirmation invoice to you. Any bookings made within 21 days of your departure from Australia will incur a late booking fee of $30 per transaction. 5. Payment of the deposit confirms you have read and accepted these Terms and Conditions.
6. Payment of the balance in full must be received by The Company not less than eight weeks before with some limited exceptions set forth below. If final payment is not received by The Company by the due date, your reservation will be cancelled and your full deposit, including SafetyNet Protection payments, will be retained by The Company. 7. The Company accepts payment via Bpay, electronic fund transfer (EFT), cheque, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Merchant fees apply to purchases made by credit card. Please review and verify your booking invoice thoroughly and contact your Travel Agent or The Company immediately if your invoice appears to be incorrect or incomplete, as it may not be possible to make changes later. The Company cannot accept responsibility if it is not notified of invoice inaccuracies within 5 days of sending out the invoice. In the case of billing errors, The Company reserves the right to re-invoice you with correct pricing.
8. Subject to clause 9 below, you have a cooling-off period of seven (7) days during which you may cancel your holiday. Your cancellation must be made in writing to The Company within the cooling-off period. The cooling-off period will commence on the first day following the day on which you book your holiday. If you cancel your holiday during the cooling-off period your deposit will be refunded and no cancellation fee will apply. If you do not cancel your holiday during the cooling-off period, then all other of these Terms and Conditions apply. EXCEPTIONS
9. No cooling-off period will apply to holidays booked less than 45 days before a scheduled land tour departure, and less than 90 days before a scheduled cruise departure, or earlier if specified for the particular holiday. For bookings made within these periods, payment in full is required at the time of booking.
10. The following deposit and/or final payment dates apply to these holidays. Please see your invoice for more information on deposit and/or final payment dates. Other final payment dates may apply to Globus family of brands holidays listed in this brochure. Please check with your Travel Agent or the Company prior to booking for the Terms and Conditions of those holidays. AIR TRAVEL INCLUSIVE HOLIDAYS
11. An additional $200 per person non-refundable air travel deposit is required for any air travel booked in conjunction with any holiday. Air travel can only be booked by The Company in conjunction with a holiday package. All air travel is subject to the airline’s terms and conditions and applicable laws, which may limit or exclude its liability to you. 12. Additional taxes and fees may apply to your holiday price if you book an air-inclusive holiday with The Company. These taxes and fees may vary depending on your itinerary. Please ask your Travel Agent or a representative of The Company at time of reservation for more information. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS
13. Travel Documents, including e-ticket itineraries, are sent by post approximately 2-3 weeks prior to departure provided full payment, Emergency Contact details have been received, and passengers have acknowledged the Globus family of brands Terms and Conditions, via their customer portal account 14. Acceptance on the holiday is subject to presentation of your Tour/ Cruise Member Certificate, which details the services you have purchased from The Company and which will be available in your final Travel Documents. CANCELLATIONS AND CANCELLATION FEES
15. If cancellation is received in writing by The Company before the final payment due date of your holiday, the non-refundable deposit will be retained in addition to any airline imposed fees or cancellation charges. If cancellation is received in writing by The Company after the final payment due date of your holiday, the below specified per person cancellation fees apply for individual reservations. The total price specified below does not include discounts, promotions, or special incentives. (For group reservations, refer to the Group Policy). No
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cancellation fee will apply to holidays cancelled within the cooling off period (see clause 8).
STANDARD CANCELLATION FEES FOR ESCORTED AND INDEPENDENT HOLIDAYS: 16. 45-22 days prior to scheduled departure: 20% of total price (including SafetyNet Protection) 17. 21-8 days prior to scheduled departure: 30% of total price (including SafetyNet Protection)
18. 7-1 days prior to scheduled departure: 50% of total price (including SafetyNet Protection) 19. On scheduled departure day and later: 100% of total price (including SafetyNet Protection) 20. Note: Pre-paid gratuities are not subject to cancellation fees.
21. Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services reserved prior to, during, and after the holiday. If flight changes (including but not limited to flight cancellations or name changes) are requested, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply in addition to the above cancellation fees (see “Revision Fees” below).
22. Airline revision or change fees may be up to 100% of the ticket price. Cancellation penalties will be quoted at the time of cancellation. If an air travel inclusive holiday is cancelled after air tickets have been issued, any applicable refunds will be processed after air tickets are returned to The Company. 23. Cancellation fees relating to insurance policies will be subject to the Terms and Conditions of the insurance provider and will incur the standard Revision Fee (see “Revision Fees” below).
24. The Company reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any holiday departure in accordance with operational requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If a holiday is cancelled prior to the scheduled departure date, The Company’s only responsibility will be to refund the amount received for the reservation. Wherever possible, The Company will offer the same holiday with a different departure date, or an alternative similar holiday. If there is a difference in cost, it will be your expense. For air-inclusive holidays, The Company will try to confirm air schedules for the selected new dates, subject to availability. The Company is not responsible for any additional costs or fees relating to the issuance and/or cancellation of air tickets or other travel arrangements not made through The Company. INSURANCE
25. The above cancellation charges will be applied in all cases. The Company strongly recommends you take out comprehensive travel insurance, including coverage for medical expenses, loss of luggage, and land content and airfare charges that may arise, including due to cancellation. For more details about travel insurance, see your Travel Agent or call us on 1300 230 234. REVISION FEES
26. A fee of $30 per transaction will be charged for any alteration or revision made to a reservation after the deposit is made. Any revision to an air travel reservation may result in the loss of confirmed airline reservations or increased airfare which will be payable by you. Additional airline and hotel charges may also apply and may be up to 100% of the full price. A change of traveller name, holiday date, or itinerary after the final payment date will be treated as a full cancellation and new reservation; holiday cancellation fees (as above) apply. AIR TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS
27. The Company is not responsible if an airline cancels, reschedules, varies or delays a flight for any reason. If you purchased an airfare through The Company, The Company will try and assist in making new arrangements providing you have not already checked in with your airline for your first flight segment. After check-in, you must work with the airline directly to reach your destination or to make any alternate arrangements including amendments to return services. Airline fees often apply for modifications to air schedules not related to airline imposed flight cancellations, reschedules, variations or delays. These fees will be payable to the airline directly on request. If you miss your departure flight or connection, it is your responsibility to work with the airline on which you are ticketed to reach your destination. No refunds will be provided by The Company for portions of trips missed due to cancelled, rescheduled, varied or delayed flights after airport check-in, nor is The Company responsible for any additional expenses you may incur prior to joining your trip if you miss your departure flight or flight connection. PARTICIPATION
28. For the benefit of everyone on your holiday, The Company reserves the right to accept or reject any traveller and to remove any traveller whose conduct is deemed incompatible with the interests of the other travellers. The Company will not refund or cover any cost or expenses incurred for termination of holiday arrangements due to unacceptable behaviour. All Tour Directors, Local Hosts, Local Guides, and ship crew speak English and all vacation commentary is conducted in English. For maximum enjoyment and understanding, you should be able to read and speak English. TRAVELLERS WHO NEED SPECIAL ASSISTANCE ON TOURS AND/OR CRUISES
29. You must report to The Company at the time of reservation any disability requiring special attention while on tour or on a cruise. The Company will make reasonable attempts to accommodate the special needs of disabled travellers, but is not responsible in the event it is unable to do so; nor is The Company responsible for any denial of services by air carriers, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers. The Company cannot provide individual assistance to a holiday participant for walking, dining, getting on and off motor coaches, cruise ships and other vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified and physically able companion must accompany travellers who need such assistance and must assume full responsibility for their well-being.
30. Some locations and sightseeing activities may not accommodate wheelchairs and may require extensive standing, sitting or walking. The Company is not
responsible for any missed activities due to a traveller’s inability to participate with the group. Most transportation services, including the touring motor coaches and cruise ships, are not equipped with wheelchair ramps.
YOUNG TRAVELLERS
31. Travellers under 18 years old on the scheduled departure date must be accompanied by an adult and share the adult’s accommodation for the duration of the holiday. Interconnecting rooms are not guaranteed.
32. The following age restrictions apply to Cosmos escorted holidays: Children aged 8 years and over are eligible to travel. Travellers aged 8-17 receive a 10% discount on the base land holiday price, not including internal air travel. 33. Young traveller discounts are based on the age of the traveller at the scheduled departure date.
34. Due to heightened security, many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, it is recommended that a notarised letter be written by the parents, or nontravelling parent, granting authorisation to travel, including the dates of travel. We suggest that you also contact the appropriate consulate and airlines because they may have additional requirements or recommendations. SMOKING
35. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not allowed on transportation that is exclusively provided by The Company. On cruise ships, smoking is restricted to certain areas of the vessel. As a standard rule, The Company confirms non-smoking hotel rooms. If you require a smoking room a request may be submitted, but we cannot guarantee availability. WIFI
36. For tours where Wi-Fi is available on the motorcoach, Wi-Fi connectivity is provided by an independent third party with separate terms and conditions of usage and acceptance thereof. These can be found online or will be made available upon request. PRICE POLICY
37. All holiday prices are based on rates (including foreign exchange rates) known at the time of publication, are expected to be in effect at the time of departure and do not include airfare except where specified. Prices are subject to increase without notice if such rates change prior to departure. Holiday prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single room supplements are listed where applicable. Triple room reductions for land holidays are also listed, but are not available on cruises. Please call us for more information on rates. Not all accommodation types are available on all holidays. 38. Prices will be confirmed at the time of reservation. Prices are subject to increase without notice, subject to the guarantees set forth below.
39. Once The Company has received your full deposit for any holiday departing 01 January 2017 to 31 December 2017, that price (excluding air travel) is guaranteed, and any subsequent land/cruise cost increases are at The Company’s expense, not including surcharges, energy cost increases, air travel whilst on tour and/or any government tax increases. Air travel tickets booked via The Company are guaranteed once full payment has been received. This guarantee does not include any government/airport tax increases and currency fluctuations.
40. 2017 departures are subject to price and itinerary modifications. Full details will be available in September 2016. Travellers have the right to cancel their reservation without penalty within 7 days of notification in the event of a price increase for departures in 2017 prior to the release of the 2017 brochure. VISAS & PASSPORTS
41. You are responsible for obtaining and paying for all visas and entry documents, for meeting all health and other requirements, and for any documents required by the laws, regulations, orders, and/ or requirements of the countries you will visit. The Company is not responsible for providing specific visa and passport information or documentation, and The Company cannot accept liability for any traveller refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure of the traveller to carry correct documentation. All travellers travelling internationally are required to have a passport. Most countries require that the passport be valid for at least six (6) months beyond the conclusion of the trip. It is recommended you have a minimum of three blank pages in your passport when travelling, as many countries require blank pages. Multiple entry visas are required for some holidays. It is your responsibility to verify all visa and passport requirements. The process of obtaining a visa and/or passport can take up to three months or more. HOTELS & ACCOMMODATIONS
42. The hotels listed on this website are intended to be used on all departures; however hotels are not guaranteed. Cosmos reserves the right to substitute other hotels than those listed on the itinerary pages. If a change becomes necessary for any reason, including alternate hotels for additional departures on the same date, or hotel location changes within or outside itinerary cities, the hotel substituted will be of equivalent or higher quality to those shown. No refunds are provided for hotel changes; full cancellation penalties as noted above apply. ITINERARY VARIATIONS
43. The accommodation listed in our websites/brochures is intended to be used on all departures. However, if a change becomes necessary for any reason, substitute accommodation will be equivalent in standard to that shown. No refunds are provided for accommodation variations and full cancellation penalties as noted above apply.
44. Every effort is made to reserve only twin-bedded rooms. Occasionally, some hotels will only provide double-bedded rooms. These rooms will be allocated to couples where possible. Room and bed preferences may be requested, but are not guaranteed. Please note that check-in times vary worldwide and The Company cannot control or guarantee check-in times. Triple-room configuration is at the discretion of individual hotels. Payment for a single supplement ensures your own room, not necessarily a twin bedded room. On cruises, staterooms are subject to change and are finalized upon embarkation.
45. In exceptional cases where private bath or single rooms as reserved by us are not available, refunds will be made by the Cruise Director, Tour Director, or Local Host. Claims for such refunds will not be accepted after the holiday has been completed. BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE
46. Porterage for one suitcase per person travelling is included in the holiday price, except where porterage is unavailable. Airport and train station porterage is not included. Your single bag should not exceed the dimensions of 76x53x28cm (30”x21”x11”) and weight of 22kg (50lbs). We are unable to accept a second suitcase or any luggage exceeding these limits except on Avalon Europe holiday itineraries. Some holidays have more restrictive regulations than these listed above. Please refer to your travel documents for applicable regulations. 47. Size and weight limitations for carry-on and checked baggage vary from airline to airline and even according to destination, and are becoming more restrictive. Most airlines charge fees for checked baggage and these fees are not included in the airfare or the holiday package price. Please check with your airline(s) directly for baggage information, regulations and fees. The Company is not responsible for additional fees imposed by air carriers for baggage. Regulations within most airports require that travellers handle their own luggage through customs.
48. Carry-on baggage is limited to one bag per person travelling and must not exceed the dimensions of 30x28x14cm (12”x11”x6”). For safety reasons, wheeled carry-on bags are not suitable and will not be permitted as hand luggage on motorcoaches and minibuses. Carry-on bags must be small enough to store in overhead bins or under the seat in front of you on motorcoaches and other transportation. 49. The Company will not accept responsibility for loss of or damage to baggage or any of the traveller’s belongings throughout the duration of the holiday. The Company recommends that you ensure loss of or damage to baggage is included in your comprehensive travel insurance.
JOURNEYS CLUB (REPEAT TRAVELLERS)
50. Journeys Club members can save 5% on any 2017 or 2018 Holiday. You must have travelled with the company since 2005 and enrolled at Globusfamily. com.au to receive your membership number. To be eligible for the discount you must present your member number at time of booking and before full payment is paid. The 5% discount is based on the land-only portion of the core Globus, Cosmos, Monograms, or Avalon Waterways tour, package or cruise and on twin share price, not including extra night accommodations, extensions, taxes/ fees, tips, port charges, upgrades or supplements/ reductions. Booking must be made for travel commencing by 31 December 2017. Applies to new bookings only and subject to changes and amendments. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply. NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE
51. Airfares & airport taxes and fees (unless specified); passports; visas; airport transfers; vaccinations; tips to your Cruise/Tour Director, Tour Driver (unless pre-paid, see below), local city guides and other ship personnel; gratuities on ferries, trains and cruise ships laundry; telephone; mini-bar; alcohol; beverages and food not on the contracted Cosmos menu (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship or restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports and train stations; SafetyNet Protection; insurance of any kind; baggage fees; and all other items of personal nature. REFUNDS
52. Please note that any request for refunds is subject to these Terms & Conditions: no refund will be made for unused services, for unused transportation where group activity tickets are involved, or for voluntary modifications made by the traveller. PREPAID GRATUITIES
53. If you have prepaid your gratuities to your Tour/Cruise Director and Driver or if they are already included in the price of the holiday, this will be detailed within your Tour/Cruise Member Certificate and vouchers will be included within your Tour Documentation. Prepaid gratuities cover only the land portion operated by The Company of the tour itinerary. Where The Company sources other leading operators for cruising, rail or local guided elements of your holiday, the option to prepay local gratuities is not available. SERVICE INQUIRIES AFTER THE HOLIDAY AND COMPLAINTS
54. After returning from your holiday, if you wish to inquire about any services provided, please ensure that all correspondence relating to those services is received by the Globus family of brands, Client Relations, Circuit Travel Pty Ltd (see address under “Responsibility”).
55. Should you have a complaint in respect of your holiday, you should inform your Tour/Cruise Director immediately so they may attempt to rectify the matter. Any complaint or claim involving the holiday services offered must be notified to The Company within 30 days of the holiday completion date. HOLIDAYS
56. During local or national holidays or special events, on Sundays and religious occasions, certain facilities such as museums, places of worship, restaurants, sightseeing tours, and shopping may be limited or not available. Alternatives will be offered whenever possible. The Company will not be held responsible for any closures or curtailments in circumstances beyond its control. ACCEPTANCE OF RISK
57. Please be aware that during your participation in holidays operated by The Company, certain risks and dangers may arise beyond our control, including but not limited to: the hazards of travelling in undeveloped areas; travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft, or other means of transportation; forces of nature; political unrest; acts of lawlessness or terrorism; and accident or illness in remote regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. The Company will not be liable for the provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered. While The Company will use its best efforts to ensure that adequate measures are taken, by agreeing to participate in a holiday and/ or optional excursions you agree that you will hold The Company harmless regarding any provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care rendered. 58. The Company will use its best efforts to cater for your special dietary requirements and allergies. If you have any special dietary requirements please inform The Company at the time of making your reservation. However, The Company cannot guarantee that certain products will not be in food served. The Company will not accept any liability in relation to any medical conditions, special dietary requirements and/or allergies of travellers, even if such conditions are listed in the Emergency Contact Details provided by
the traveller. You must make your own decisions when selecting meals. The Company’s comments are only to assist you in making an informed decision.
EMERGENCY CONTACT DETAILS
59. All passengers must provide emergency contact details and travel insurance information prior to travel so that The Company can get in touch with friends or family in case of an emergency. Emergency contact details should be provided by creating a customer account (MyAccount) at www.globusfamily. com.au and following the instructions given. This must be completed prior to documentation being released. PHOTOGRAPHS OR PICTURES
60. Photographs or pictures appearing in this brochure/website should be used solely as an indication of facilities and attractions. Actual facilities and attractions may vary according to itinerary. Maps shown on the holiday pages are current at the time of printing and may not reflect the actual holiday routing should the itinerary change. PRIVACY POLICY
61. Circuit Travel is committed to the privacy of both existing and prospective clients. Circuit Travel respects and shares concerns of our clients over the protection of their personal information. It is for this reason that International Holidays adheres to the privacy sector provisions of the Privacy Act 1993. Please visit www.cosmostours.com.au to view our Privacy Policy. EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
62. Carriers, accommodation, and other suppliers (“the Suppliers” (including but not limited to trains, cruises, ferries, motor coaches, hotels, and restaurants) providing optional activities and excursions (“the Services”) available for booking are not run, supervised, or controlled in any way by The Company. These Services are provided by local operators or other third parties that are entirely independent of The Company, which has no control and has no right of control over the operations of these independent contractors. Such Services do not form any part of the product or services sold by The Company, even where The Company suggests particular operators/ other third parties and/or assists in booking such Services. 63. Your contract for the Services will be with the Supplier and will be subject to its Terms and Conditions, which may contain exclusions or limitations of liability. The Company has no liability for any such activity or excursion or for any act(s) or omission(s) of the Supplier or for any of its employees or agents or any other person(s) connected with the Service. Any advice or assistance on or with the Service provided by any local representative does not mean or imply that the Service is sold, supervised, or controlled by The Company or that any such advice or assistance is given on behalf of The Company. Travellers are asked to check with the Supplier and the applicable Terms and Conditions before booking. EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR TOUR ITINERARY CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS
64. In the event of water problems on stretches of any waterway, technical problems of any nature, severe weather, flooding, fire, drought, earthquake, explosion, peril of navigation, industrial action, civil unrest, war, government order or act, operational requirements or any circumstances beyond the reasonable control, it may be necessary to modify or cancel an itinerary. The Company reserves the right to change the itinerary whenever conditions, in the opinion of the Master of the Ship or local waterways regulations, render it advisable or necessary. These events are beyond our control and The Company will not be responsible for any loss, expense, or inconvenience caused by reasons of such changes.
65. The Company reserves the right to cancel, advance or postpone any scheduled tour date in accordance with operational requirements or circumstances beyond its control and may, but is not obliged to, substitute another vessel and shall not be liable for any loss whatsoever to holiday participants by reason of any such cancellation, advancement or postponement. In the event of cancellation by The Company, tour/cruise participants’ only right of recourse shall be to a refund of monies paid to The Company in connection with such tour/cruise. In the event of charters of the vessels, strikes, lockouts, riots, or stoppage of labour for whatever cause or for any other reason whatsoever, The Company may at any time cancel, advance, or postpone any scheduled sailing and may, but is not obliged to, substitute another vessel and shall not be liable for any loss whatsoever to tour/cruise participants by reason of any such cancellation, advancement, or postponement. RESPONSIBILITY AND EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY:
66. Subject to clauses 62 to 65 above, The Company is responsible for providing the services described in this brochure, including arranging transportation, sightseeing, and accommodation as described. All references to The Company include its agents and employees.
67. These tours include the services of operators other than The Company, for example accommodation providers, airlines, other carriers, and optional tour operators (“the Suppliers”). In making your travel arrangements The Company acts only as an agent for the Suppliers who are independent contractors and are not agents, employees, or servants of, or in joint venture with, The Company or its affiliates. All certificates and other travel documents for services issued by The Company are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the Supplier, which are available on request, and to the laws of the countries in which the services are supplied. While The Company takes all reasonable care in selecting the Suppliers, it does not accept responsibility for any act or omission of the Suppliers.
of Montreal (1975) and the EU Regulation on Air Carrier Liability for air carriers with an operating license granted by an EU country, in relation to air travel; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 1962 for hotels. 69. Booking and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of these terms and conditions which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company. 70. After departure, if the services included in the holiday cannot be supplied, or there are changes in an itinerary for reasons beyond the control of The Company, The Company will arrange for the provision of comparable services wherever possible. Any resulting additional expense will be payable by travellers and any resulting savings will be refunded by The Company to travellers. 71. The Company reserves the right to accept or reject any person as a traveller, to expel any traveller from the holiday, to make changes in the itinerary whenever The Company deems it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of travellers, and to cancel a holiday at any time in accordance with operational requirements or circumstances beyond its control. 72. Notwithstanding anything contained in these conditions, The Company shall continue to be subject to any guarantees provided by the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and the Australian Consumer Law (the Act) if and to the extent that the Act is applicable to these conditions and prevents the exclusion, restriction and modification of such guarantees. 73. The Company excludes all liability including liability for any loss, damage, costs and expenses whatsoever (including personal injury, death, and property loss) that may arise in connection with or arising out of your holiday and liability under implied conditions, and warranties and guarantees except any guarantees, the exclusion of which would cause this Clause to be void, such guarantees being referred to in these conditions as “non-excludable guarantees”. 74. The Company limits its liability to you for breach of any nonexcludable guarantees to the supplying of the service again or the payment of the cost of having the service supplied again, as determined by The Company. 75. You agree that neither The Company nor its affiliates shall be liable for any damage, loss (including personal injury, death, and property loss) or expense occasioned by any act or omission of any Supplier providing services, or of any insurer or insurance administrator, or of any other person. 76. Legal proceedings against The Company may be instituted only in a court within the State of New South Wales, and any claim involved in such proceedings shall be decided in accordance with the laws of the State of New South Wales. Neither The Company nor any affiliate shall in any case be liable for other than compensatory damages, and you hereby waive any right to punitive or aggravated damages. No person, other than an authorised representative of The Company by a document in writing, is authorised to vary, add, or waive any term or condition in this brochure/website, including any term or condition set forth in the preceding provisions. TRADE NAME COSMOS is a trademark owned and/or applied for and/or registered by Cosmos European Travels AG, in the Australian Trademarks Registry and in other global jurisdictions. Circuit Travel Pty Ltd., is an authorised user of the trade and service mark COSMOS owned by Cosmos European Travels AG. Our Australian address Cosmos Circuit Travel Pty.Limited Level 5, 309 Kent Street SYDNEY NSW 2000 GPO Box 3436 SYDNEY NSW 2001 Enquiries: www.cosmostours.com.au/contact-us Telephone: 1300 230 234 AGENT RESERVATIONS ONLY Sydney Metro: (02) 8259 1110 Interstate: 1300 130 134 Facsimile: (02) 8259 1120 E-mail: reservations@cosmostours.com.au Online reservations available at www.globusfamily.com.au/onlinebookings Feedback and/or Service Enquiries After your Holiday Should you wish to contact The Company after returning from your holiday, please contact us at: Email: clientrelations@globusfamily.com.au ABN 12 001 268 257 Licence No: 2TA000637
68. The international carriage of passengers is subject to international conventions and treaties. These international conventions and treaties limit and, in some events, exclude the carrier’s liability to travellers. Where any claim or part of a claim (including those involving death or personal injury) concerns or involves any travel arrangements (including the process of getting on or off the transport concerned) provided by any air, sea, inland waterways, rail, or road carrier or any stay in a hotel, The Company’s maximum liability is the maximum which would be payable by the carrier or the hotel keeper concerned under the applicable international convention or treaty applicable to the travel arrangements or hotel stay. International conventions and treaties that may apply include: the Montreal Convention (1999), the Convention for the Unification of Certain Rules Relating to International Carriage by Air, signed at Warsaw, 12 October 1929 (the Warsaw Convention), the Warsaw Convention as amended at The Hague on 28 September 1955 and the Warsaw Convention as amended at The Hague and by Additional Protocol No. 1, 2 or 4
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