Explore with a guided tour

ESCORTED holiday tours are the way forward. They combine the freedom of travel and seeing a host of destinations with the confidence of knowing that once you’re there you don’t need to organise a thing.

Forget about the hire car, finding the hotel, locating out-of-the-way attractions and that nagging feeling that you’re not going to make it in time for dinner.

Another big attraction is that the tours are put together by people with a vast knowledge of a region – not only do you get to see the places you know you want to see, but also many lesser-known destinations.

Tours by Cosmos and Cosmos’ sister brand Globus have another bonus – you don’t even need to arrange your days as guided tours, entry to attractions and other activities are planned and are included in the price.

Of course, if you’d rather head off and spend

Friendships

some quiet time on your own, you can do that too.

What’s also great is that instead of travelling as a couple, rarely in anyone else’s company, you’ll find yourself among a group of like-minded people who are also ready to explore.

Lifetime friendships are made on these tours and Cosmos caters for single travellers too, with solo rooms, or the option to reduce the price by sharing with someone.

Each and every trip is led by a dedicated tour director who knows the destination to the full.

There’s also the bonus of knowing exactly what your holiday is costing. With accommodation, flights, tours and more included in the price, Cosmos lets you relax knowing it’s all sorted.

Plus, for customers living within 50 miles of their departure airport, there’s a free private home pick-up. Whatever the tour, if you find a cheaper like-for-like option, Cosmos (0330 058 8289, cosmos.co.uk) will match the price and take off a further £100.