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Cosmos offer 140 affordable guided tours for travellers who want a well-organised holiday without the cost of premium accommodation and extensive inclusions. Transport, comfortable hotels, experienced guides, sightseeing and selected meals are included, with free time and optional excursions giving you more choice along the way.
Cosmos offer 140 affordable guided tours for travellers who want a well-organised holiday without the cost of premium accommodation and extensive inclusions. Transport, comfortable hotels, experienced guides, sightseeing and selected meals are included, with free time and optional excursions giving you more choice along the way.

Cosmos at a glance...

Tours
140
Departures
Reviews
Budget
Affordable
Trip Types
Coach Tours
Accommodation
Comfortable hotels with essential amenities
Activity Level
Moderately paced
Meals
Breakfast daily and selected dinners
Sightseeing
Essential guided sightseeing included
Free Time
Regular free time built into itineraries
Transport
Modern coach, rail, cruise and ferry
Age Range
5-99 Years
Airport Transfers
Available at extra cost (excluding North America)
Gratuities
Not included
Guiding Style
Fully Guided
Guest Mix
International travelers, generally aged 50+

Featured tours

Showcasing our exclusive packages and Cosmos' most popular tours

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Seven Countries, Venice & Paris

10 Days London to Paris

Trip Style: Classic

From 2,409pp
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Italy's Best

14 Days Rome to Rome

Trip Style: Classic

From 3,289pp
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Scenic Switzerland by Train

9 Days Zurich to Zurich

Trip Style: Classic

From 3,779pp
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The British Isles in Depth

23 Days London to London

Trip Style: Classic

From 6,049pp
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Popular destinations

Explore the following regions on one of 140 tours with Cosmos
Cosmos Africa Tours
Africa
Cosmos Asia Tours
Asia
Cosmos Australia & New Zealand Tours
Australia & NZ
Cosmos Canada & Alaska Tours
Canada & Alaska
Cosmos Europe Tours
Europe
Cosmos Middle East Tours
Middle East
Cosmos South America Tours
South America
Cosmos UK Tours
UK & Ireland
Cosmos USA Tours
USA

Most recent Cosmos reviews

Cosmos Reviews
Average Rating 4.4 out of 5
5 Star
53%
4 Star
39%
3 Star
7%
2 Star
1 Star
Alaska and Canada   0 Western Canada by Rail with Alaska Cruise , QLD, Australia, Jul 2026
Great trip - thanks Kayla. Little disappointed wirh Air Canada business class, very squeezy, but everything including coach, tour guide, Rocky Mountaineer, Holland America were all great. Hotels fine, free time good, Cosmos 3 stars.
An Epic Tour !   0 Canadian Masterpiece with Rocky Mountaineer & Alaska Cruise , NSW, Australia, Jul 2026
This tour " Canadian Masterpiece with Rocky Mountaineer and Alaskan Cruise" with Cosmos through Global Journeys was truly wonderful . The itinerary was perfect and well paced and the tour director was fantastic. Every destination was full of stunning scenery whether it was from the Rocky mountaineer train , from the coach, on a gondola or chairlift, read more in the resort towns, from a look out , from a boat or a cruise ship , from a raft or from a helicopter and even from an ice explorer on a glacier and from a suspension bridge! This scenery included snow capped picturesque mountains, magnificent glaciers, beautiful mirrored lakes, rivers, and bays, lush forests and waterfalls, spectacular gardens, beautiful valleys, sunsets and ocean as well as exciting wildlife such as bears, eagles, otters, seals, sea lions, elk, deer and whales. An epic trip ! Thank you.
Western Canada. Calgary Stampede. Inside passage and Alaska cruise 0 Western Canada with Inside Passage, Calgary Stampede & Alaska Cruise , VIC, Australia, Jul 2026
Absolutely loved the Calgary Stampede. Tour was great and the Holland America cruise was wonderful as was everything else. Had a wonderful time.
Daniel Wilson enriched the experience of this phenomenal Canadian Maritimes tour 0 Canadian Maritimes Adventure , BC, Canada, Jun 2026
Entire trip was filled with highlights. I have no negative comments. All the places we stayed were great. Director and driver were top notch. Best experience and fab memories of this tour will be embedded in our hearts forever. It was a special surprise for hubby's milestone bday..and it exceeded my expectations. Learned a lot but a good balance of read more everything (talking and quiet time and jokes and great video clips/games). Daniel is a pro!
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What's it like travelling with Cosmos?

Value Packed Touring At Down-to-Earth Prices

Value Packed Touring At Down-to-Earth Prices

With 60+ years experience in planning itineraries and guiding holidays worldwide, you'll enjoy the benefits, security and convenience of escorted touring with Cosmos.

You can visit exciting cities at remarkable prices - Cosmos trips include accommodation in three star (or better) hotels, transportation including first class coaches, rail journeys and cruises, visits to must-see sights, an expert Tour Director and plenty of leisure time to explore.

Travel The Way You Want

Travel The Way You Want

Just as the world is wonderfully diverse, so too is the way you can experience it. With Cosmos, trips are designed to offer you the flexibility, choices and pace that best fit the way you want to travel.

From focusing on one specific region, to experiencing a variety of cities or countries, there is a travel style to suit you.

Getting Around

Getting Around

Cosmos offers you the best ways to see the world - from our private first-class motorcoaches to walking tours with Local Guides, from scenic day ferries to overnight Aegean cruise ships, from cable car ascents to spectacular train rides and panoramic drives through areas of natural beauty.

There's so much for you to look forward to! you'll get to see some of the world's most magnificent sights while travelling in comfort.

Cosmos Brochure

Cosmos Worldwide (2025-26) Brochure

Cosmos Worldwide (2025-26)

Priceless experiences are well within your reach with affordable tours that turn someday into today. Cosmos makes it easy to breeze through your bucket list without spending a boatload of money. With more than 60 years of experience selecting hotels, providing knowledgeable Tour Directors and guided sightseeing with Local Guides, and seamless transportation, Cosmos makes it easier than ever to say more “Let’s go!” From Europe’s iconic legends to the incredible landscapes of North America; from the peaks of Peru to the wonders of Asia and Africa, it’s your time to break away for adventure— without breaking the bank. That’s why budget-minded adventurers know the value of our expert travel planning—so all you have to do is pack your bags to turn “No” into “Let’s Go!”

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FAQs

When can I expect to get my travel documents?
Cosmos provide e-documents (electronic docs) as an eco-friendly alternative to printed travel documents to strengthen their commitment to environmental sustainability. Three to four weeks prior to take off (once full payment and emergency contacts have been received) we will email through your documents.
Am I expected to pay gratuities?
Gratuities are not included in the trip price and are discretionary. Cosmos offers you the ability to pre-pay your Tour Director and Driver gratuities before departure in select destinations. A base per-person gratuity rate is calculated for each holiday in North America, South America, Africa, and Asia to conveniently provide gratuities for the Tour Director and Driver. Local Guides and other personnel, however, are not covered in this amount. You can pre-purchase gratuities at the time of booking or they can be added after you've already booked up until the final payment due date.

Note: Tips to Local Guides are included in pre-paid gratuities in South America. Europe, Australia and New Zealand tours are not eligible for pre-paid gratuities, but you are welcome to offer tips directly on tour.
How much luggage can I bring?
Our coaches (and often your airline carrier) limit passengers to one 22kg suitcase per person. Your airline may also have other restrictions relating to the size of luggage. A good rule of thumb is suitcases with a maximum size of 76 x 53 x 28cm and 30 x 28 x 14cm for hand luggage. Don’t forget the tags – even on hand luggage – so they can always find their way home.
Can I book optional excursions before travel?
Sure can. You can lock away the options that jumps off the page and puts a shiver of excitement down your spine between 90 and 4 days prior to your tour start date. We will provide you with more details once your booking is confirmed.
Will I be travelling with people from other countries?
Cosmos is an international company. As such, you will be travelling with like-minded enthusiasts from countries as diverse as the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, as well as Europe and Asia regions.
What are the standard bed configurations?
Every effort is made to reserve only twin-bedding room. Occasionally, some hotels will only provide double-bedded rooms. These rooms will be allocated to couples where possible. If your preference is for a double bed, please request this at time of booking. Please note that as Cosmos do not own the hotels, and it is the hotels themselves that undertake the room allocation, double rooms are only a request and cannot be guaranteed.
Is there Wi-Fi on the coach?
Cosmos coaches offer free wireless internet connection whilst touring. This allows you to browse online and share your experience with your friends and family back home. Please note that free wireless availability in coaches is not offered on local coaches used for transfers or occasionally for sightseeing tours. Wireless service is also not available in some countries and certain regions that do not have Wi-Fi service coverage. Downloading is not available on the coaches but you can do this in the hotels. Please check with the hotel reception or concierge where the free Wi-Fi is located in each hotel.
Do Cosmos provide transfers?
Airport transfers can be added to your reservation with Cosmos at an additional cost. Airport transfers for Cosmos are often group transfers operated by motorcoach and may have pre-set departures times. Missed transfers are non-refundable. Transfers are not provided in North America.
What about porterage - is that included?
Porterage is not included, with the exception of the Scenic Switzerland by Train itinerary, where porterage for main luggage is provided from hotel to hotel but hand luggage is each guests responsibility. Cosmo's sister brand, Globus, do include porterage on their trips.


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