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It is hoped that this website will offer a brief introduction to Mark Twain Travel.  Whether you are a new traveler or an oft returning one, we welcome you.  Please explore these pages to learn more about us.  If you don't see exactly what you are looking for, please do not hesitate to contact us by clicking on the "contact us" page, or by clicking any one of the "I want more information" links on our pages.  We are here to help.  We are also here to support our "computer savvy" visitors.  If you find something on the internet that you like we can generally book it for you.  Why would you want to do that?  Because if we book your findings for you then we will be there to assist you if there are any issues.  Mark Twain Travel is known for its customer service; you are our customer...it is our pleasure to aid in whatever way we can.

 


 

Mark Twain Travel has  been a full service travel agency for over 50 years. Our trained travel consultants  have a passion for travel, and have personally traveled all over the world.  As such, staff does not "speak" to you from brochures.  Instead, and in most instances, our consultants can speak from personal experiences as staff have visited over 100 countries internationally and have utilized most of the major cruise lines, tour companies, and resorts.  

 

Mark Twain Travel underwent a rigorous accreditation process to become an approved agency by  IATA ( International Airlines Travel Agent Network ), CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association), and ARC (Airline Reporting Corporation).

 

Unlike most travel agencies, Mark Twain Travel staff does not get paid by commission.  All  staff is on salary.  Thus, staff spends your money like it was their own.  We are not here to up sell you or to talk you into purchasing something that is not right for you.  We are here to get you the very best value for your dollar.  Additionally, unlike many on line sites or 800 services, we are not attached to any particular supplier.  We have access to all of them and can thus shop them all to find the best deal for you. We do not work for anyone but you!

 

You have nothing to lose and everything to gain from letting our expertise and experience guide you in your travel needs.  Any member of Mark Twain Travel staff will be more than happy to help you.  And, as Mark Twain Travel staff works as a team, we pool our combined knowledge to get you the best information possible.



"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do.  So throw off the bowlines.  Sail away from the safe harbor.  Catch the trade winds in your sails.  Explore.  Dream.  Discover."

---Mark Twain


 

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  • Flavors of Portugal & Spain:

    From $4,399.00 (USD)

    Taste the essence of Portugal and Spain as you wander through historic cities with rich culture and vintage wines. Explore Lisbon, where narrow Moorish streets meet expansive squares and a castle that overlooks a vibrant, cultural scene below.

  • GLOBUS 2025: Independent Buenos Aires City Stay with Rio de Janeiro (ILB3)

    From $1,709.00 (USD)

    Buenos Aires is bursting at the seams with bold buildings, European energy, and bustling boulevards on this Independence by Globus South American tour.

  • GLOBUS 2024: Independent Costa Rica Wonders with Tortuguero (ILA2)

    From $1,939.00 (USD)

    Livin' la Pura Vida! This philosophy of the pure life in Costa Rica is also a common greeting you'll hear on your Independence by Globus tour.

  • California's Great National Parks

    From $4,069.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: Regional ExplorerBrochure Type: USA Canada and Central America 2024 v2Larger-than-life sequoias frame your path through the Land of the Giants - experience the natural wonders of California National Parks.

  • Best of Greece with One-Day 3-Island Cruise

    From $2,789.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: Cruise or RailBrochure Type: TT Europe Winter 24 25Walk in the very place western civilization was born as your travels reveal all the best of Greece highlights.

  • Best of Scotland

    From $2,725.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: Country ExplorerBrochure Type: Ireland and Scotland Tours 2025 v1Experience the Best of Scotland from Edinburgh Castle to the eclectic streets of Glasgow.

  • European Dream

    From $2,895.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: DiscoveryBrochure Type: TT & BV Europe Summer 2024 v1Hit the ground running on this 8-day Europe trip, transporting you to the beating heart of glittering cities and the picture-perfect countryside.

  • Costa Rica Adventure with Tortuguero Extension

    From $1,738.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: RegionalBrochure Type: Americas Costsaver 2025 v1Start your Costa Rica journey with the incredible wildlife of Tortuguero.

  • 2025 : Taste of Scotland

    From $1,495.00 (USD)

    See the essentials of Scotland, distilledExplore the very best of Scotland's gorgeous scenery and bustling cities on this short-and-sweet introductory tour. Discover the highlights of Glasgow, the Highlands, and Edinburgh.

  • 2025 : Best of Ireland South (Tour C)

    From $2,195.00 (USD)

    Ireland's finest attractions in a week-long trip Give us a week, and we'll tour the best of Ireland with you. Thrill at the amazing Cliffs of Moher and the gorgeous Dingle Peninsula on this perfect introduction to the Emerald Isle.

  • 2024 : Jewels of Ireland

    From $3,995.00 (USD)

    Explore hidden gems on the Emerald IsleEnjoy the splendor of every corner on this leisurely Ireland tour of the essential-and the unexpected.

  • 2024 : Irish & Scottish Sampler

    From $2,095.00 (USD)

    Get a taste of two spectacular countriesSavor history and whisky in Edinburgh, then journey over to discover the wonders of Giant's Causeway, delve into history in Belfast, and enjoy traditional entertainment in Dublin.

  • 2025: India: Land of the Taj & Tigers with Udaipur & Mumbai (2615)

    From $2,679.00 (USD)

    Discover the gems of India without spending a fortune on this 13-day budget-friendly tour. In Delhi, visit the India Gate and the pink Presidential Palace. You'll travel through the vibrant Chandni Chowk bazaar by rickshaw.

  • Botswana, South Africa & Zambia

    From $14,790.00 (USD)

    One of our most popular South Africa tours takes you on a celebration of Southern Africa's natural world. It features an amazing safari through the national parks of Botswana and Zambia along with three nights in South Africa's Cape Town.

  • Michigan's Lakes & Mackinac Island

    From $4,890.00 (USD)

    Explore Michigan, a region famed for its 11,000 inland lakes and 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, featuring two-night stays at the world-famous Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island and the award-winning Grand Traverse Resort & Spa.

  • Northern India & Nepal

    From $13,690.00 (USD)

    Visit Kathmandu and Bhaktapur in the Himalayas... the Taj Mahal... Delhi... Mumbai... go on jungle safaris in Bandhavgarh and Chitwan national parks, and gain new insights into the amazing natural and cultural worlds of Nepal and India.

  • Namibia: Epic Safari

    From $13,490.00 (USD)

    Embark on an epic 11-day journey to Namibia, home to the Big Daddy of sand dunes, desert landscapes alive with oryx, bar-eared foxes, zebras, lizards and more, pristine beaches that line the coast, and game reserves where rhinos flourish.

  • Spotlight on New York City Holiday

    From $2,999.00 (USD)

    Experience the "the Big Apple" alive with the holiday spirit on this spectacular tour. From Rockefeller Center to Greenwich Village, New York City shines even brighter during the holiday season.

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