Why should we travel with CIE Tours?
We asked CIE Tours why you should travel with them, here's what they said...
When you travel with CIE Tours, you will get the warmest of welcomes and all the benefits of our 87 years of experience. The itineraries are locally crafted - we set our own high standards for delivering excellent holidays with state-of-the-art luxury coaches; the best hotels; carefully chosen authentic experiences and entertainment.
Our outstanding local tour directors are ready to share their knowledge, stories, passion for their home places - they are our greatest assets. Many of our tours spend 2 nights in each location, and our flexible read more itineraries include a great balance of escorted and free time. We include full breakfasts, most dinners and some evening entertainment. No one has to worry about paying for optional extras on the trip. It’s all included, no hidden extras.
We know how much these trips mean to you and we want to ensure that this is a trip you will treasure forever.
What types of trips do CIE Tours offer?
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All Europe Tours All UK & Ireland Tours England Tours Ireland & Northern Ireland Tours Italy Tours Scotland ToursCIE snapshot
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The low down on CIE from our expert team of advisors at Global Journeys...
CIE Tours are specialists in guided coach tours of Britain and Ireland. With over 80 years of history, the team at CIE certainly have the local ties and experience to deliver you a top-notch touring experience through Scotland, Ireland, Wales and England. They have recently dipped their toes into new regions within Europe, including Iceland, Italy and Spain.
CIE are relatively unknown in the Australasian market but are very popular in the rest of the world, so your fellow travellers are more likely to be North American than Antipodean. With itineraries designed to be fully inclusive, putting your hand in your pocket for optional day trips and read more activities is not something you need to worry about.
CIE Tours use, at minimum, 3-star hotels, which offer comfortable rooms and facilities, but many tours feature 4 and 5-star accommodations, which include luxurious amenities like spas, or more unique settings, like castle or manor stays. Breakfasts, along with many lunches and dinners are also included. There's a maximum group size of 44, but look out for selected departures on selected trips that are designed for small groups. Also keep a lookout for CIE's Last Minute Deals, which run year-round and offer savings of up to 15% off the normal retail price.
Who travels with CIE?
Guests are predominantly mature North American travellers, mostly couples, with friends, families and solo travellers also joining.
What's the age range on a CIE tour?
Most travellers are aged around 45 to 70, with most guests generally aged 50+.
How many people will we be travelling with?
Standard guided tours average about 35 guests, with coaches carrying a maximum of 44. Some departures are limited to 26 guests.
I'm a solo-traveller, will your tours suit me?
Yes. Solo travellers can join any guided tour and receive their own room by paying the applicable single supplement.
What percentage of people travel solo with you?
5%
Do you offer single rooms?
Yes. A single supplement applies and single-room pricing and availability is shown for each departure.
Do you offer room-sharing with other solo travellers?
No.
How would you describe the accommodation on your trips?
A mix of well-located hotels and more distinctive regional properties, including historic, manor and castle stays on selected itineraries.
Are there any extras to pay on top of the price shown?
Meals not listed in the itinerary, drinks and tour staff gratuities. There are no optional sightseeing options sold as most sightseeing and attraction entries are included.
Do you have the same guide throughout the trip?
Yes. A CIE Tour Director accompanies the group throughout the guided tour, managing the journey and providing commentary, with additional specialist guides used where appropriate.
Do you use local guides?
Yes. CIE uses local Tour Directors and specialist local guides to provide destination knowledge, history and cultural insights.
How much free time will we have on a CIE trip?
There is some free time built into most itineraries, although sightseeing is included every day. Guests can also skip scheduled touring when staying multiple nights in one location if they want more independent time.
How fit do we need to be?
A moderate level of mobility is generally sufficient for standard coach tours, although walking varies by destination. Ireland and Britain tend to be more leisurely, while Italy, Iceland and Spain can involve uneven surfaces, stairs, slopes and up to three or four hours of walking on some days.
Recent CIE reviews
We loved Ireland, the Irish humour and stories/myths and it was a lot of fun. Again we were the only Australians. Although it was a large group, many travelled together and were in groups of say 6 or 7, so they pretty much kept to themselves which was fine. It then made the group of people “mingling” together to be around 24, so again it was lovely sharing that time. Everyone got on very well and the activities etc catered to the majority of the people. The accommodation was also excellent, each one better than the previous. And on our last day in Dublin, we happened to arrive for the grand final of a big Irish football league and the team that won had not won for 75 years, so you can imagine the party celebrations in Dublin that night. And our hotel was right opposite the stadium where the game was played, so the atmosphere was fabulous!! And naturally, we all joined in on the celebrations even if we did not understand or watch the game……..the sheer jubilation, stories and celebration was enough to want to be a part of. So I would recommend CIE also, although I got the impression that most tours around Ireland are around to 35-40 people mark. Again, thank you Grace for all your assistance with our overseas trip. 😊
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Why should we travel with Globus?
We asked Globus why you should travel with them, here's what they said...
At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way it makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures that you’ll want to re-live forever. We’ve been creating wonder-filled first class touring for more than 90 years; we have the experience and local knowledge globally to craft immersive adventures that make Globus travellers feel alive. Not only can you expect to see the big sites, we’ll also take you deeper in each location, right to the beating heart of each new discovery.
At Globus, we understand that your holiday read more is your treat – a gift from you to you. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination.
What types of trips do Globus offer?
Coach Tours Short BreaksWhere can you travel to?
Africa Asia Canada & Alaska Europe Hawaii Middle East South & Central America UK & Ireland More...Globus snapshot
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The low down on Globus from our expert team of advisors at Global Journeys...
Globus is part of the Globus Family of Brands, which also includes Cosmos and Avalon Waterways and are always popular with our clients. Globus offer premium guided touring experiences all over the world, catering mainly for the 55+ market - but like most operators they are open to all ages. Along with their classic touring itineraries, Globus also have a range of popular winter escapes, small group discoveries and range of independent trips for those that like a bit more freedom to do their own thing.
The majority if their trips are centred on Europe, Canada and the USA where they provide 4 to 4.5 star accommodation, read more luxury coaches, plenty of meals & inclusions.
Globus's clasic coach tours host a maximum of 45 guests per trip (slightly less that the industry standard of around 50) and their small group trips host between 18 and 24 travellers. Average group sizes are often lower than those maximums, based on the destination you're exploring and the time of year you're travelling.
Our team of advisors have enjoyed numerous journeys with Globus including trips to South America, Dalmatia, Mexico and Spain, so we have plenty of first hand knowledge to help you plan your next trip!
Who travels with Globus?
International travellers, with guests from Australia, New Zealand, the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia.
What's the age range on a Globus tour?
Generally 50+
How many people will we be travelling with?
Classic tours generally average around 36 guests, with most itineraries capped at 45 travellers.
I'm a solo-traveller, will your tours suit me?
Yes. Solo travellers regularly join Globus tours and can book their own room for a single supplement; selected departures may offer reduced or waived single supplements.
What percentage of people travel solo with you?
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Do you offer single rooms?
Yes. A single supplement applies and single-room pricing and availability is shown for each departure.
Do you offer room-sharing with other solo travellers?
No.
How would you describe the accommodation on your trips?
Premium, hand-selected hotels, with accommodation varying by destination and itinerary.
Are there any extras to pay on top of the price shown?
Arrival and departure transfers, optional excursions, some meals and drinks and gratuities.
Do you have the same guide throughout the trip?
Globus guided tours are accompanied by a Tour Director who manages the trip and is supplemented by specialist Local Guides where required.
Do you use local guides?
Yes. Globus uses Local Guides to provide destination-specific sightseeing and insight.
How much free time will we have on a Globus trip?
Globus builds free time into its itineraries, alongside structured sightseeing and, on many tours, a choice of included or optional excursions.
How fit do we need to be?
Most tours are leisurely to moderate, although walking and physical requirements vary by itinerary and destination.
