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www.cosmostourama.co.uk
At Cosmos Tourama, we specialise in
bringing the world to you. Our carefully planned tours will escort
you effortlessly to a wide range of famous sights and breathtaking
locations.
Not surprisingly with over 40 years experience creating and
organising quality touring holidays, we have a good understanding of
what makes a memorable holiday. A lot of our Tour Directors have
been with us for many years and all have been highly trained to
ensure that you get the most from your holiday.
And thanks to the respect we’ve gained from our many partners and
contacts around the world, we’re able to offer outstanding value for
money.
It also means we can provide security and reassurance due to our
well established track record. Naturally we’re ABTA bonded and a
member of ATOL so you can rest assured that you are financially
protected from the moment you book with us.
Little wonder then, a Cosmos Tourama holiday is Your Window on the
World.
Resort Holidays in Europe
If you prefer to relax in a stunningly beautiful resort and explore
the local area at your leisure, choose one of our resort based
holidays in Italy or the Portuguese island of Madeira.
Lake Garda Holidays
Magnificent, impressive and breath taking! The shimmering blue
waters of Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake, prove a delightful
contrast to the grandeur of the Alps. Nestling in the foothills of
the Dolomites the lake enjoys a Mediterranean climate where lemons,
oranges, olives and semi - tropical flowers flourish.
Ischia Holidays
Relax and enjoy a stay on the strikingly beautiful island of Ischia,
rich in culture, history and myth.
Lido di Jesolo
The Venetian Rivera is a popular holiday destination with mile after
mile of golden, sandy beaches. And for those in search of culture,
the legendary charms of Venice or Romeo and Juliet's Verona are
relatively close by.
Montecatini Terme
Whether you wish to simply relax or explore the beautiful region of
Tuscany in more detail, the hilltop spa town of Montecatini Terme
right in the heart of Tuscany is the perfect place to unwind and
create a holiday to suit your own pace.
Sorrento
The ideally positioned town of Sorrento, perched high above the Bay
of Naples, has always been a popular resort for a relaxing holiday.
Madeira Holidays
This beautiful Portuguese island is perfect for those who love
sunshine, exotic flowers, lush scenery and a touch of the past.
For an more extensive range of resort-based holidays across Europe,
Florida, Africa, Indian Ocean & Red Sea visit our
Cosmos Holidays
website.
Christmas Markets from UK
European Christmas Markets
Rediscover the wonder of Christmas with one of our delightful
Christmas Market holidays across Northern and Eastern Europe.
Traditional Christmas markets of Germany include Cologne, Koblenz,
Nuremburg and Rüdesheim while in Austria we visit Salzburg and
Vienna. We also cover Slovakia, Hungary and the Czech Republic’s
Christmas markets of Bratislava, Budapest and Prague.
Bratislava Christmas Market
This traditional market takes
place in the Old Town’s Main Square. It fills up with wooden booths
offering Christmas gifts, ornaments and traditional Christmas food
and drink. Don’t miss the delicious Lokse (potato crepes) with
various fillings, grilled meats, mulled wine and Christmas punch.
Lovely!
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holiday:
Danube Christmas Cruise
Budapest Christmas Market
Christmas celebrations in
Budapest centre around the remarkable Vorosmarty Square in the
centre of Pest. Key to the Budapest Christmas market is attention to
detail and an air of tradition about everything on sale. Many of the
items on sale are hand created using techniques handed down through
generations. Items are lovingly crafted and beautifully finished.
The festive atmosphere is enhanced with an assortment of foods and
drink including scrumptious honey cakes, strudels, pastry horns,
fresh grilled chops and steaming mulled wine.
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holidays:
Danube Christmas Cruise
Prague, Vienna & Budapest Tour
Cologne Christmas Market
Boasts six Christmas markets,
Cologne is one of Germany’s oldest and most distinguished cities.
The most magnificent is the market held at the gothic cathedral,
which provides an striking and atmospheric setting. The
half-timbered stalls of the Alter Market offer festive food and
drink including spiced cakes and mulled wine.
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holiday:
Rhine Christmas Cruise
Koblenz Christmas Market
The traditional Koblenz
Christmas Market is one of the biggest in Rhineland Palatinate with
more than one hundred wooden stands. In addition to an extensive
range of arts and crafts as well as Christmas decorations and a huge
selection of gifts, there’s music and concerts throughout the
season. Spicy mulled wine and sweet-smelling Christmas cakes are a
must. St Nicholas surprise’s the children every afternoon with small
gifts. Highlights include the nativity crib with life-sized figures
and the Christmas Market ice skating rink.
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holiday:
Rhine Christmas Cruis
Nuremburg Christmas Market
In the heart of the old
quarter, centred around the city’s main market square of Haupmarkt,
is Nuremburg’s Christmas market. Wooden stalls exude rich smells of
gingerbread, cinnamon, Bratwurst and roasted almonds. The
traditional carousel and Santa sleigh are very popular.
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holidays:
Prague, Vienna & Budapest Tour
Prague Christmas Market
Prague’s Christmas markets
enjoy a stunning backdrop and are centred on the cobbled square of
the Old Town and the grandeur of Wenceslas Square. Rows of brightly
decorated wooden huts sell Czech handicrafts, scented candles, corn
on the cob, wooden toys, intricate glasswork, amazing puppets and
much more.
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holiday:
Prague, Vienna & Budapest Tour
Rüdesheim Christmas Market
The 120 stalls representing
twelve countries of the Rüdesheim am Rhein Christmas market brings a
particularly festive feel to the romantic old quarter. Europe's
biggest Nativity scene can be admired on the market square.
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holiday:
Rhine Christmas Cruise
Salzburg Christmas Market
Christmas in Salzburg is a
memorable experience thanks to the Christkindelmärkte Christmas
markets. Dine on hot roasted chestnuts, gingerbread hearts, freshly
baked apples, toasted almonds washed down with local Punch. Magical
concerts fill the musical calendar and snow usually covers the
cupolas and copper roofs of the Altstadt.
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holiday:
Rhine Christmas Cruise
Vienna Christmas Market
Spread across the city, from
street corners to market squares is Vienna’s Christkindlmarkt.
Traditional wooden huts offer everything from traditional arts and
crafts to locally carved novelties and handmade decorations. Try
delicacies including locally produced sausage and gingerbread. The
delicious ‘Gluhwein’ (hot sweetened wine) is perfect for keeping out
the cold.
Visit this Christmas Market on our following holiday
Danube Christmas Cruise
Prague, Vienna & Budapest Tour
Multi Centre Holidays
Why stay in just one location all holiday? How about exploring two
completely different destinations on the same holiday. There are a
number of options to choose from in the USA, Canada & Europe,
combining stays in two or three locations.
America & Canada – Multi Centre Holidays
Boston & New York
Las Vegas & New York
Orlando, Las Vegas & New York
San Francisco & Las Vegas
San Francisco, Las Vegas & Los Angeles
Europe & beyond - Multi Centre Holidays
Rome and Sorrento (14 nights Fiume & Eden)
Rome and Sorrento (14 nights Nova Domus & Majestic Palace)
Rome and Sorrento (7 nights Fiume & Eden)
Rome and Sorrento (7 nights Nova Domus & Majestic Palace)
Krakow & Zakopane
Moscow & St. Petersburg
Short City Breaks in Europe
We offer a range of great value short breaks in European cities for
4 nights or more, with half-day sightseeing trips included.
Rome Short City Breaks
Spend a few days exploring the 'Eternal City', with its rich Roman
legacy and modern èlan. Hub of the ancient civilised world, Rome is
a city steeped in history and culture, vibrantly alive and exciting
and absolutely unique!
Poland Short City Breaks
Discover one of Europe's architectural treasures - a city steeped in
rich history and culture. This is, they say, Poland's most beautiful
city. It was for centuries the residence of Polish kings and for
almost 500 years the country's capital. It was listed by UNESCO in
1978 as one of the 12 great historic cities of the world. Visit
Wawel Hill Cathedral, Old Market Square, Renaissance Cloth Hall,
Barbaken, Florian Gate and much more.
Marrakech Short City Breaks
A chance to explore the rich architectural heritage, longstanding
traditions and vibrancy of this fascinating city filled with
striking contrasts. Capital of the Moroccan South and renowned for
its traditional open-air markets, street festivals and mosques,
Marrakech is a city full of contrasts and variety.
Reykjavik Short City Break
Discover Iceland's charming capital and spectacular natural
highlights on this leisurely four-night break. Reykjavik, the
world’s northernmost capital, is located on a peninsula surrounded
by the Atlantic Ocean and overlooked by the Majestic Mount Esja.
Enjoy a full day tour of the “Golden Circle” (Gulfoss, Geysir &
Thingvellir), three of Iceland’s most impressive sights. You’ll also
visit The Blue Lagoon, a unique thermal spa where guests enjoy
relaxing in geothermal seawater surrounded by remarkable lava fields
and black sandy beaches. The waters contain mineral salts which aid
relaxation and relieve stress, whilst the white silica mud,
cleanses, tones and revitalises.
Special Interest Holidays
Are you a keen gardener, a walker, wine lover or music lover? Look
no further for an enhanced holiday experience with our specialist
guided excursions. You'll also be amongst like-minded people, so you
might well make some new friends who share your enthusiasm.
Music Holidays
Elvis & the Southern Sounds
Elvis Aaron Presley is the USA’s greatest popular music icon. He has
sold more than one billion records worldwide – more than any other
artist. And his premature death in 1977 has done nothing to lessen
the enthusiasm of his legions of loyal followers. Delve into
American Music and the life of the international King of Rock 'n'
Roll - Elvis Presley - on this exciting behind the scenes tour of
America's musical landmark cities. Includes Memphis (stay at the
Heartbreak Hotel), Graceland, Sun Studios, Rock 'n’ Soul Museum,
Tupelo, Nashville, Grand Ole Opry & Country Music Hall of Fame. Add
an extra three nights at the Las Vegas Hilton where from 1969 to
1976 Elvis performed over 800 times. During his month long
engagements he would live in the hotel’s 5,000-square-foot,
four-bedroom, 30th floor Imperial Suite. Las Vegas in the 60’s and
70’s was definitely Elvis’ kind of place. He worked there, lived
there, played there and even married there.
Music with Bohemian Rhapsody
Follow in the footsteps of the great composers on this wonderful
tour of Eastern Europe's music capitals. For several centuries,
Eastern Europe was the cultural heart of the continent and a rich
musical heritage remains in the lovely cities of Prague, Budapest,
Vienna and Salzburg. Trace the lives of famous composers like Johan
Strauss, Beethoven and Mozart as you tour some of the historic
locations where they lived and worked and enjoy some delightful
performances of their timeless music.
Visit the Opera in Verona
Why not have a fantastic night at the opera in delightful Verona?
Whether your stay in Lake Garda is after one of our tours or whether
it is a resort stay, enjoy the opera of your choice in the stunning
outdoor ‘Arena’ in Verona.
The Puccini Festival
During July and August the charming Tuscan town of Torre del Lago,
around 48 kilometres from Montecatini plays host to fans and artists
from the world of opera to celebrate the well known Maestro, Giacomo
Puccini, in the town which provided him such inspiration.
Wine Holidays
Chianti Valley: Special Wine-Lovers Departures
Much of the prosperity of the region of Tuscany is owed to the
production of the much-loved Chianti Classico. The included tour
will include a visit to a wine-making estate and a wine-tasting
session.
Walking Holidays
Walking Zell am See, Switzerland
A spectacular scenic tour including lovely walks and a memorable
train journey. Spectacularly located on the shores of the Zeller
lake, Zell am See is a charming resort within easy reach of the
soaring Hohe Tauern and Grossglockner mountain ranges and makes the
perfect base for a memorable walking and sightseeing holiday. Our
included walks are of a relatively easy standard, so will appeal to
those who prefer a leisurely ramble rather than a serious hike.
On each walk you’ll be accompanied by an experienced walking guide,
who will give you insights and information along the way.
Walking In Ischia
Some of the most captivating beauty spots in Ischia are hidden away
atop the island's rolling hills or concealed on the dramatic
coastline. For this reason walking is the ideal way to discover
Ischia's undisturbed charms.
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