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Cosmos vs Trafalgar
Compare the travel styles, pricing, destinations and popularity of Cosmos and Trafalgar.The Low Down
A lot of our clients aren't too fussed about their accommodation (as long as it's clean and comfortable) and are more interested in the destination. Over 1,200 past client reviews with an average 4.5 out 5 star rating, is impressive. Why? Great value and interesting itineraries. Part of the Globus Family, there are further great discounts to be had.Accommodation is 3 to 3/12 star, but a lot of our clients are pleasantly surprised at the quality. Hotels are often located out of the city centre, so prepare your trip budget to allow for transfers or taxis if you want to explore the cities on your own. Allow extra funds for some meals and excursions not included in more premium inclusive itineraries. Like our past clients, we feel very comfortable recommending Cosmos.
Over 250 coach tours around the world, and one of our clients most popular Operators, Trafalgar is part of the Travel Corporation, which includes under its umbrella the sister brands of Insight Vacations, AAT Kings, Uniworld, Contiki & Costsaver. With a worldwide presence along eith local operations in Australasia for many years, you'll enjoy the company of many nationalities aboard your coach, including those from Downunder. Sitting between Insight and Costsaver, Trafalgar pride themselves in touring innovation, introducing 'Insider Experiences' (where you get to know and dine with the locals) and travel styles to suit those that prefer smaller groups or those that prefer a more leisurely itinerary.Look out for Trafalgar's Early-payment savings where you can enjoy significant savings on your trip as well as further savings if you are a past passenger on any of the aforementioned sister brands.
Stats
No. of Trips
159
No. of Departures
3,348
Avg. Trip Length
14 Days
Avg. Price Per Day
$273
Accommodation
3 - 3.5 Star
Budget
Affordable
Trip Styles Coach Tours
No. of Trips
307
No. of Departures
9,487
Avg. Trip Length
11 Days
Avg. Price Per Day
$360
Accommodation
4 Star
Budget
Premium
In Their Own Words We asked the travel companies themselves why you should travel with them
At Cosmos, we like to think of ourselves as experts in ‘thrillology’ – the art of bringing you an experience, time and time again. With over 50 years of ‘wow’ under our belts and no sign of slowing down, we know how to curate value touring holidays that you’ll never forget; creating the experiences you’ve always dreamed of and showing you the ones, you never thought of. Our job is to take care of the planning and logistics, so that all you have to focus on is living your dreams!
We are the world’s leading and most awarded travel brand spanning all 7 continents of the globe. From the iconic to the unexpected our guests connect to the real depth of the places we go. They will break bread with the locals at our exclusive Be My Guest experiences and unlock local secrets of our Travel Directors and Local Specialists. Everything is taken care of, so they travel with true ease and get the real thing without worrying about a thing.
We consider how we can positively impact the communities we engage with. Through our JoinTrafalgar initiatives powered by TreadRight, guests don’t just leave footprints on the ground, but leave a lasting legacy for the betterment of locals and the future of their communities.
It’s 72 years of destination experience and feedback from over 5 million happy guests that fuels our innovation to continually delivery simply the best holidays.
Recent Reviews
4.5
We found the trip a bit of a disappointment, the accommodation was fantastic near or in the Game Reserve, the food was good with 3 meals a day with a large variety to choose from and the 6 seater 4x4 with lifting roof where comfortable and allowed all of us to have a great view and get great shots. Ours and fellow travelers disappointed was that most ...read more drives were only 2 hours and the 4x4 were not aquipped with radio to communicate with other vehicles and seemed to drive a set route, we were told one day we were not looking for big cats as the agenda said elephants. Also our tour guide moved between both vehicles each day but spent most of it talking to the driver. While it was a great experience going to these amazing locations I’d probably choose another provider for our next adventure in Africa.
This tour goes to all the places you need to see. Highlights were Montreux and Zermatt. Hotels were lovely and included meals were really nice, especially the lasagne served at the family run hotel in St Moritz. Our tour guide gave good instructions so not to miss any of the trains. As we watched all the beautiful scenery from the trains we also got ...read more to know our travelling companions and made new friends. Loved all the optional tours.
Cosmos did excellent job selecting most interesting places along the tour. Driver Jarek and tour director Tom performed beautifully. We had the best time during this tour week.
We had a wonderful time on a Cosmos tour . Western Canada by rail. The tour did not disappoint. We had the best time and the best tour director Mark Love. Highly recommend this tour.
We would definitely travel with Cosmos again and book with Global Journeys again. From our first enquiry regarding our chosen trip, all our questions were answered in detail and promptly. The website and app also making it easier to gather information. Our trip to the Canadian Rockies certainly met our expectations. There were so many highlights during ...read more this trip we couldn't pick one that stood out from the other, they all did. We started our trip early in June and that was a great time to go for us, before it got too hot and there was still snow on the peaks which made the scenery even more spectacular. The accommodation was great, all the rooms were large. Our fellow travelling companions were a mixed lot from Canada, USA, UK, India and Australia and all got along well.
It was as a great tour of B C. The tour leader Brad couldn’t have been better. He was punctual, courteous, knowledgeable and kind. Our bus driver Dave was an excellent, safe driver which was needed on the many hair-pin bends or roads with precipitous drops! Some lunch stops were in service areas so the food options together with the scenery or shade ...read more were limited. Accommodation was comfortable with the highlight being in Victoria on Vancouver Island at the Royal Scot hotel. The hotel in Kolawan was in an area distant from the main attractions and the beautiful lake, so that location was a disappointment. Excursions offered, especially the marine-life watching off Victoria where we saw Orcas and Hump Back whales, were an enjoyable part of the trip. The lake excursion to Spirit Island was sublime.
The Alaskan cruise was probably the most decadent experience of my life. Royalty could not have been better treated! The food in the dining room and service were unsurpassed! Be sure to book a stateroom with at least a window though! I’d book a Cosmos tour again! I’d recommend it for value, interest and professionalism. Happy travels!
The Alaskan cruise was probably the most decadent experience of my life. Royalty could not have been better treated! The food in the dining room and service were unsurpassed! Be sure to book a stateroom with at least a window though! I’d book a Cosmos tour again! I’d recommend it for value, interest and professionalism. Happy travels!
4.5
Absolutely wonderful tour and great itinerary! Highly recommend for a tour of Northern Italy. Travel time was planned
smartly and efficiently to ensure the time was spent well. It's easy to add another extension before or after the group tour as well with Milan as a central location.
smartly and efficiently to ensure the time was spent well. It's easy to add another extension before or after the group tour as well with Milan as a central location.
This was my 4th Trafalgar tour and my 2nd booked through Global Journeys. I was not disappointed and highly recommend both. Spain was spectacular and each day was as exciting as the previous one. It is a country that just keeps on giving, from palaces to little markets. Spanish Wonders is a fast paced tour if you do all of the optional tours, however ...read more I would have missed some unforgettable sights and sites if I had not chosen the extras.
Our tour was very well organized. Our tour guide and bus driver were excellent. The group were very good which made for a great holiday. We enjoyed all the beautiful places we visited - a couple of long days on the coach that were expected but our guide broke them up with visits to small towns and comfort stops. All in all, a fabulous holiday.
Enjoyed the overall trip Tour Guide Danilo was great…found it very full on with some days lots of time on the coach. Disappointed with meals included in price by Trafalgar and found Optional Extras very expensive with Australian dollar rate. Still had good time and met great people but also think Trafalgar should organise something for those not doing ...read more the Optional Extras (in the day) rather than just "free time".
Travelling with Trafalgar through Europe was amazing. We saw so many cities, icons, monuments and stunning views.
From the driver to the Travel Director, everything was carefully thought out and we had plenty of free time thrown in.
All of the hotels we stayed at were fabulous, comfortable beds and great hospitality. Highly recommend Trafalgar, can’t w ...read moreait to plan my next trip!
From the driver to the Travel Director, everything was carefully thought out and we had plenty of free time thrown in.
All of the hotels we stayed at were fabulous, comfortable beds and great hospitality. Highly recommend Trafalgar, can’t w ...read moreait to plan my next trip!
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