Sit back and let an expert guide handle the route, the hotels and the highlights. Our hand-picked escorted and small-group tours range from week-long classics like the Canadian Rockies and Deep South, to in-depth journeys through New England, California and the National Parks.
A curated selection of our most-loved escorted and small-group departures across the USA and Canada.
Deep South · 11 days
Music & Legends with Elvis & Dolly
From €3,049pp
A round trip from Atlanta celebrating Elvis Presley and Dolly Parton: Tupelo, where Elvis was born, Memphis and Graceland with its Meditation Garden, the Tina Turner Museum in Brownsville, Nashville's Music Row, Louisville, Dolly's hometown of Sevierville and two nights in Pigeon Forge, with a scenic drive through Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
The journey
Take a journey of the American South celebrating two of music's most iconic stars – Elvis Presley, the "King of Rock 'n' Roll," and Dolly Parton, the "Queen of Country."
Visit Tupelo, Mississippi, where Elvis was born, and see the humble home and area where his story began. Continue to Memphis, "The Home of the Blues," and discover the city that helped shape blues, soul and rock 'n' roll. Tour Graceland, Elvis Presley's legendary estate, where you can step aboard his custom jets, see treasured memorabilia and costumes, and visit the Meditation Garden, where Elvis and other family members are laid to rest.
In Brownsville, Tennessee, visit the Tina Turner Museum and learn about the life and career of the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll." Then travel to Nashville, "Music City USA," where Dolly Parton arrived on the scene the day after her high school graduation and began her journey to stardom, with an orientation tour that includes famous Music Row, the heart of the city's music industry.
Continue to Louisville, home to boxing legend Muhammad Ali and horse-racing legends like Triple Crown winner Secretariat. Then head to Sevierville, Dolly Parton's hometown, to see the bronze statue honouring her remarkable career. Spend two nights in nearby Pigeon Forge, with free time to explore on your own or join an optional excursion to Dollywood Amusement Park.
From legendary performers and musical landmarks to Southern hospitality and scenic landscapes, this value-minded vacation showcases the people, places and stories that helped shape American music – travelling with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, hand-selected accommodation, and a private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Your tour includes
✦Return flights from Dublin
✦Orientation tours of Atlanta, Tupelo, Memphis, Louisville, Nashville and Pigeon Forge
✦Explore Graceland with an audio tour, including access to Elvis Presley's private jets
✦Visit to the Tina Turner Museum, celebrating the life and legacy of the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll"
✦Stop at the Colonel Harland Sanders Café & Museum and learn about the origins of Kentucky Fried Chicken
✦Scenic drive through Great Smoky Mountains National Park, America's most-visited national park
✦Expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides
✦Hand-selected accommodation and seamless transportation between destinations
✦Private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
Atlantic Canada · 10 days
Canadian Maritimes Adventure
From €3,249pp
A round trip from Halifax through Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island: the Bay of Fundy's world-famous tides and Hopewell Rocks, two nights in Saint John with an excursion to St. Andrews by-the-Sea, Charlottetown and Green Gables Heritage Place, Cape Breton Island and the Cabot Trail, plus Peggy's Cove and the UNESCO-listed port of Lunenburg.
The journey
Discover the natural beauty, coastal scenery and maritime heritage of Atlantic Canada on a journey through Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island.
From Halifax, travel to New Brunswick and the Bay of Fundy, home to the world's highest tides. Visit Hopewell Rocks, where dramatic sandstone formations have been sculpted by years of tidal erosion. Spend two nights in Saint John, Canada's oldest incorporated city, and enjoy an excursion to the historic seaside town of St. Andrews by-the-Sea, where you can join an optional whale-watching and wildlife cruise.
Cross the Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island, known for its red-sand beaches, fresh seafood and pastoral landscapes. During your two-night stay in Charlottetown, visit Green Gables Heritage Place, the inspiration for Lucy Maud Montgomery's beloved novel, Anne of Green Gables.
Return to Nova Scotia by ferry and continue to Cape Breton Island for a two-night stay in Baddeck. Visit the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and learn about the inventor's remarkable achievements, then experience the spectacular Cabot Trail, one of North America's most scenic coastal drives, with stops at viewpoints throughout Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
Your journey concludes with two nights in Halifax. Visit iconic Peggy's Cove, famous for its lighthouse and rugged Atlantic shoreline, and continue to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lunenburg, home to one of the best-preserved British colonial settlements in North America.
From dramatic coastlines and national parks to historic towns and natural wonders, this value-minded Canadian Maritimes vacation showcases the best of Atlantic Canada – travelling with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, hand-selected accommodation, and a private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Your tour includes
✦Return flights from Dublin
✦Guided sightseeing in Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park, Fundy National Park, Prince Edward Island National Park and Cape Breton Highlands National Park
✦Orientation tours of Saint John and the charming seaside town of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea
✦Cross the Confederation Bridge, one of the world's longest bridges spanning the Northumberland Strait
✦Guided sightseeing in Prince Edward Island and Halifax
✦Visit Green Gables Heritage Place, inspired by Lucy Maud Montgomery's beloved novel, Anne of Green Gables
✦Ferry crossing from Prince Edward Island to Nova Scotia
✦Explore the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site and learn about the inventor's life and achievements
✦Drive the spectacular Cabot Trail, one of North America's most scenic coastal routes
✦Visit Peggy's Cove with its historic lighthouse
✦Explore the historic port town of Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
✦Expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides
✦Hand-selected accommodation and seamless transportation between destinations
✦Private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
American West · 15 days
Exploring America's National Parks
From €4,049pp
A round trip from Las Vegas through six celebrated national parks: an overnight stay inside Grand Canyon National Park, the sandstone arches of Arches, Old Faithful erupting in Yellowstone, the rugged peaks of Grand Teton, Bryce Canyon's colourful hoodoos and the soaring cliffs of Zion, plus Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse and a 4-wheel-drive tour of Monument Valley with a local Navajo guide.
The journey
Discover six of America's most celebrated national parks on a journey through the spectacular landscapes of the American West. Stay overnight inside Grand Canyon National Park, explore the towering sandstone arches of Arches National Park, and watch Old Faithful erupt in Yellowstone National Park while keeping an eye out for bison, elk, bears and other wildlife.
Continue to Grand Teton National Park, where rugged mountain peaks rise above crystal-clear lakes, then admire Bryce Canyon's colourful hoodoos before exploring the soaring cliffs and sculpted canyons of Zion National Park.
Beyond the parks, discover some of the West's most iconic landmarks. Stand before Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial, and be awed by the sheer-walled red rock landscape of Colorado National Monument.
Experience Monument Valley on a 4-wheel-drive tour with a local Navajo guide, through a landscape of towering buttes, mesas and red rock formations made famous in classic Western films.
All of this and more is included on this National Parks adventure designed for value-minded travellers – with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, hand-selected accommodation, and a private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Your tour includes
✦Return flights from Dublin
✦Entrance fee and guided sightseeing in Grand Canyon National Park, Arches National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park and Zion National Park
✦4-wheel-drive tour through Monument Valley with a local Navajo guide
✦Visit to Colorado National Monument, known for its towering red rock canyons and dramatic desert scenery
✦Entrance fee to Custer State Park and scenic drive on Wildlife Loop Road
✦Visit to Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial, two of America's most iconic monuments
✦Photo stop at Devils Tower National Monument, the nation's first national monument
✦Orientation tours of Salt Lake City and Las Vegas
✦Expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides
✦Hand-selected accommodation and seamless transportation between destinations
✦Private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
Canadian Rockies by Rail · 12 days
Canadian Masterpiece with Rocky Mountaineer
From €4,959pp
A round trip from Vancouver featuring a two-day, all-daylight journey on the Rocky Mountaineer through the Fraser and Thompson River canyons, two nights in Banff, stunning Lake Louise, a ride on the Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier, Jasper National Park, two nights in Whistler, and a ferry crossing to Vancouver Island for Butchart Gardens and Victoria.
The journey
Experience the beauty and adventure of western Canada on this value-minded vacation. Explore vibrant Vancouver before boarding the Rocky Mountaineer train for an incredible two-day journey through the Fraser and Thompson River canyons, with an overnight stay in Kamloops. Continue through the Selkirk Mountains en route to Yoho National Park, wind through the Spiral Tunnels as your train climbs Kicking Horse Pass and cross the Continental Divide into Alberta and Banff National Park.
Spend two nights in Banff with time to hike, relax at the hot springs, watch for wildlife, or perhaps take an optional helicopter ride for spectacular aerial views of the Canadian Rockies. Visit stunning Lake Louise, then travel the Icefields Parkway for a ride aboard the Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier, where the ice measures up to 750 feet thick.
Arrive in Jasper National Park, where you may choose an optional float trip on the Athabasca River and an optional cruise on Maligne Lake to iconic Spirit Island. Journey to the base of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, on your way to the resort town of Sun Peaks. Then spend two nights in Whistler, surrounded by Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.
Ferry to Vancouver Island and visit beautiful Butchart Gardens, with 55 acres of floral displays. Enjoy free time in Victoria to perhaps experience High Tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel or join an optional wildlife and whale-watching expedition. Then return by ferry to Vancouver and celebrate your unforgettable western Canada adventure.
All of this is included with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, hand-selected accommodation, seamless transportation between destinations, and a private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Your tour includes
✦Return flights from Dublin
✦Guided city sightseeing in Vancouver, featuring Stanley Park and other city highlights
✦2-day, all-daylight rail journey on the Rocky Mountaineer in SilverLeaf Service, with views of western Canada's mountains, rivers, and canyons (GoldLeaf Service upgrades available)
✦Entrance fees to Banff National Park and Jasper National Park, home to glacier-fed lakes, mountain peaks, and wildlife
✦Orientation tours of Banff, Jasper, Whistler, and Victoria, introducing the highlights of each destination
✦Ride on the Ice Explorer across the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefields
✦Ferry crossings to and from Vancouver Island
✦Admission to Butchart Gardens on Vancouver Island, featuring 55 acres of floral displays
✦Expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides
✦Hand-selected accommodation and seamless transportation between destinations
✦Private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
Deep South · 8 days
Southern Sounds & Elvis
From €3,079pp
New Orleans to Nashville celebrating the sounds that shaped America: two nights in the Big Easy, the B.B. King Museum in the Mississippi Delta, three nights in Memphis with Graceland and an overnight at The Guest House at Graceland, then two nights in Nashville with a live show at the Grand Ole Opry.
The journey
From the birthplace of jazz to the home of the King of Rock 'n' Roll and the heart of country music, this journey celebrates the sounds that shaped America. Spend two nights in New Orleans, where a Local Guide introduces you to the sights, music and history of the Big Easy.
Continue to Indianola, Mississippi, to visit the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center and discover how the Mississippi Delta became the birthplace of the blues.
Enjoy a three-night stay in Memphis, including a visit to Graceland, where you'll tour Elvis Presley's home and see his famous private jets. Then head to Nashville for two nights and experience a live performance at the legendary Grand Ole Opry.
You can also choose an optional excursion to Historic RCA Studio B, where Elvis recorded more than 200 songs, and the Country Music Hall of Fame, home to memorabilia, instruments and exhibits celebrating country music's greatest artists.
With guided sightseeing, visits to iconic music landmarks and free time to explore on your own, this value-minded tour is the perfect way to experience the rich musical heritage of the American South – with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, hand-selected accommodation, and a private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Your tour includes
✦Return flights from Dublin
✦Guided city sightseeing in New Orleans and Memphis, where you'll learn how each city contributed to American music
✦Admission to the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center, celebrating the life and legacy of the "King of the Blues"
✦Admission to Graceland, including an audio tour of Elvis Presley's mansion and access to his private jets
✦Overnight at The Guest House at Graceland, just steps from Elvis Presley's iconic estate
✦Orientation tour of Nashville, the heart of country music
✦Ticket to a live performance at the legendary Grand Ole Opry
✦Expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides
✦Hand-selected accommodation and seamless transportation between destinations
✦Private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
American West · 14 days
Golden West Adventure
From €4,099pp
A round trip from Los Angeles through the best of the American West: Hollywood sightseeing, the desert oasis of Palm Springs, Sedona's red rocks, Grand Canyon National Park's South Rim, Las Vegas, Yosemite's granite cliffs and waterfalls, San Francisco, 17-Mile Drive, the Big Sur coast, Solvang and Santa Barbara.
The journey
Experience the best of the American West on a journey that combines iconic cities, spectacular national parks, dramatic desert landscapes, and scenic coastal drives. Begin in Los Angeles with sightseeing that includes Hollywood, the TCL Chinese Theatre, and the Dolby Theatre before traveling to the desert oasis of Palm Springs and the striking red-rock landscapes of Sedona.
Visit Grand Canyon National Park, where sweeping views from the South Rim reveal one of the world's most remarkable natural wonders. Continue to Las Vegas, where you'll have free time to explore the city's famous resorts, entertainment, and nightlife.
Discover the towering granite cliffs, waterfalls, and forests of Yosemite National Park before heading to San Francisco, home to the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, and Fisherman's Wharf. Follow California's scenic coastline through Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea, travel along famed 17-Mile Drive, and enjoy views of the rugged Big Sur coast.
Complete your journey with visits to the Danish-inspired village of Solvang and the coastal city of Santa Barbara before returning to Los Angeles. From world-famous landmarks to unforgettable natural scenery, this Western adventure showcases some of the most celebrated destinations in the United States.
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring – travelling with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, hand-selected accommodation, seamless transportation between destinations, and a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Your tour includes
✦Return flights from Dublin
✦Guided sightseeing in Los Angeles and San Francisco, featuring famous landmarks, scenic waterfronts, and iconic neighborhoods
✦Orientation tours in Palm Springs and Las Vegas
✦Entrance fees and guided sightseeing in Grand Canyon National Park, home to unforgettable vistas, and Yosemite National Park, home to towering granite cliffs, waterfalls, and giant sequoias
✦Scenic drive along 17-Mile Drive with guided sightseeing from Monterey to Carmel-by-the-Sea, featuring dramatic coastal scenery and ocean views
✦Entrance fee to Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, surrounded by towering redwoods and the rugged beauty of the Big Sur coastline
✦Expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides
✦Hand-selected accommodation and seamless transportation between destinations
✦Private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
Route 66 · 16 days
Highlights of Route 66
From €4,729pp
Chicago to Los Angeles along the legendary Mother Road through eight states: the Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Cadillac Ranch, the Cherokee Nation Cultural Center, Albuquerque, a detour to the Grand Canyon's South Rim, time in Las Vegas and the finish at the "End of the Trail" sign in Santa Monica before Hollywood and Beverly Hills.
The journey
Follow the legendary Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles on a journey across the heart of America. Known as the "Main Street of America," Route 66 connected communities across eight states and became one of the country's most iconic highways. Today, traces of its history live on in roadside attractions, historic towns, and museums dedicated to preserving the spirit of the Mother Road.
Travel through Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, and California while visiting Route 66 landmarks, cultural sites, and communities that helped shape the highway's legacy. Along the way, explore Chicago and Los Angeles, visit the Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Welcome & Cultural Center, stop at Cadillac Ranch, and discover the stories behind America's most famous road at several Route 66 museums.
The journey also includes a detour to Grand Canyon National Park, where you'll experience one of the country's most spectacular natural landscapes, as well as time in Las Vegas to explore the city's famous resorts, entertainment, and attractions. Optional excursions include visiting Hoover Dam and a rafting adventure through Black Canyon on the Colorado River.
Complete your Route 66 adventure in Santa Monica at the historic "End of the Trail" sign before discovering some of Los Angeles' most famous sights, including Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and the Sunset Strip. From roadside Americana and historic landmarks to scenic countryside and iconic cities, this journey celebrates one of the most legendary road trips in American history.
The world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring – travelling with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, hand-selected accommodation, seamless transportation between destinations, and a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Your tour includes
✦Return flights from Dublin
✦Guided city sightseeing in Chicago and Los Angeles
✦Visit to Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum, celebrating the history and culture of America's most famous highway
✦Admission to Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, featuring exhibits on the life and legacy of the 16th U.S. president
✦Orientation tours of St. Louis, Joplin, Oklahoma City, Albuquerque, and Las Vegas
✦Entrance fee to Gateway Arch National Park, including a trip to the top of the Arch
✦Visit to Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Welcome & Cultural Center to learn about Cherokee history, culture, and traditions
✦Admission to the National Route 66 Museum, showcasing the people, places, and stories that shaped the Mother Road
✦Stop at Cadillac Ranch, the famous roadside art installation along Historic Route 66
✦Visit to El Malpais National Monument, known for its volcanic landscapes, lava flows, and sandstone bluffs
✦Entrance fee and guided sightseeing at Grand Canyon National Park, featuring spectacular South Rim views
✦Visit to California Route 66 Museum, highlighting the history and nostalgia of America's Main Street
✦Expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides
✦Hand-selected accommodation and seamless transportation between destinations
✦Private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
Eastern Canada · 8 days
Ontario & French Canada
From €2,899pp
Toronto to Montréal through Eastern Canada's vibrant cities and spectacular scenery: the CN Tower, Ottawa's Parliament Hill, Québec City's Château Frontenac, Mount Royal in Montréal, a Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise and a scenic cruise through the Thousand Islands on the St. Lawrence River.
The journey
Discover the vibrant cities, rich history, and spectacular scenery of Eastern Canada on a journey featuring Toronto, Ottawa, Québec City, and Montréal. See iconic landmarks including Toronto's towering CN Tower, Ottawa's Parliament Hill, Québec City's magnificent Château Frontenac, and Montréal's Mount Royal. Along the way, enjoy free time in each to explore on your own.
Experience the power and beauty of Niagara Falls on a sightseeing cruise that brings you up close to one of the world's most famous natural wonders. Cruise through the scenic Thousand Islands, where wooded islands and opulent Gilded Age summer homes dot the St. Lawrence River.
From dynamic cities and historic landmarks to breathtaking landscapes and natural wonders, this value-minded vacation showcases the best of Eastern Canada – travelling with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, hand-selected accommodation, and a private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available).
Your tour includes
✦Return flights from Dublin
✦Guided city sightseeing in Ottawa, Québec City, and Montréal, featuring each city's historic sites and iconic landmarks
✦Orientation tour of Toronto, Canada's largest city
✦Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise with unforgettable up-close views
✦Scenic cruise through the Thousand Islands along the St. Lawrence River, passing forested islands, cottages, and grand estates
✦Visit to the Basilica of Notre-Dame-du-Cap, one of Canada's most important pilgrimage sites
✦Expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides
✦Hand-selected accommodation and seamless transportation between destinations
✦Private first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi (where available)
California · 9 days
Best of the West Coast
San Francisco to Los Angeles along the Pacific Coast Highway, including Yosemite and Monterey.
Southwest · 12 days
National Parks Discovery
Las Vegas, Zion, Bryce, Monument Valley, the Grand Canyon and Sedona, small-group escorted.
Deep South · 8 days
Soul of the South
Nashville, Memphis and New Orleans, music, food and history with a local expert guide.
East Coast · 8 days
Great Eastern Cities
New York to Philadelphia (or back to NYC) via the Finger Lakes wine country, Niagara Falls on the Canadian side, Pennsylvania Dutch Country, the Gettysburg battlefield, Washington D.C. and Independence Hall.
Deep South · 8 days
Rhythms of the South
New Orleans to Atlanta, Bourbon Street and the French Quarter, Baton Rouge, an antebellum mansion in Natchez along the historic Natchez Trace Parkway, Beale Street in Memphis, the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville and the Chattanooga Choo Choo.
American West · 15 days
Rocky Mountain Frontiers
Denver to San Francisco via Rocky Mountain National Park, Cheyenne, Mount Rushmore, Cody's Buffalo Bill country, Yellowstone, Salt Lake City, Canyonlands, Arches, Capitol Reef, Bryce, Zion, Las Vegas, Death Valley, Mammoth Lakes and Yosemite.
