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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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  • GLOBUS 2024: Independent Peru with Lake Titicaca (ISL1)

    From $3,009.00 (USD)

    If your independent spirit is filling your dreams with new heights in adventure, just point your compass south to soar higher in the Andes and the heart of Peru.

  • GLOBUS 2025: Southern Charms (NG)

    Sweet tea and the sea. Magnolias and Muscadine. Fresh, ripe peaches and inviting pillared porches. Follow the oak-lined streets to the endless delights awaiting in the genteel South. Beginning and ending in Atlanta, this southern U.S.

  • GLOBUS 2025: The Best of Spain (ZV)

    From $2,789.00 (USD)

    Although you might be enthralled with the idea of the Spanish siesta-the customary post-lunch nap to escape the midday heat-you'll want to think twice about catching any afternoon Zzzs on this dreamy introductory tour of Spain.

  • GLOBUS 2025: Turkish Escape (KQRX)

    From $999.00 (USD)

    Turkey is a unique country with a unique identity straddling both Europe and Asia.

  • GLOBUS 2024: Grand Hawaii Vacation (EK)

    From $5,199.00 (USD)

    Every day is Hawaiian shirt day on this ultimate vacation to Hawaii and its lush, tropical islands. How else would you dress for palm-lined beaches, breezy scenic cruises, and traditional luaus with haupia and hula?

  • GLOBUS 2024: Italian Vista (LR)

    From $2,339.00 (USD)

    Explore hidden cobblestone streets, watch the world go by from a sidewalk cafe, sail across beautiful blue waters and delight at the local specialties on this incomparable Italian vacation.

  • GLOBUS 2024: From the Shannon to the Thames (GU)

    From $3,999.00 (USD)

    Beloved music, literature, and poetry; lively traditions, customs, and conversation; smooth Guinness, whisky, and ale-they all flow from the banks of one legendary river to another on this immersive tour of Ireland, Scotland, and England.

  • Irish Experience

    From $3,495.00 (USD)

    Tour Type: Regional ExplorerBrochure Type: Ireland and Scotland Tours 2024 v1Explore the Emerald Isle on this most in-depth of Irish experience trips, filled with tales of mythical creatures and the troubled history of an island split in two.

  • 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 : Irish Legends

    From $2,945.00 (USD)

    A mythic journey through the Emerald IsleDelve into Ireland and its past on this tour, which mixes in plenty of hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path sights among the tried-and-true favorites.

  • 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: The Camino, a Walking Journey for the Soul (5390)

    From $2,899.00 (USD)

    The history of the Camino de Santiago goes back to the 9th Century, when the tomb of the evangelical apostle St. James was discovered in what is today Santiago de Compostela. Since then, pilgrims from all over the world have walked St.

  • 9 Day Renaissance Tour 2024

    From $4,225.00 (USD)

    The Renaissance was a rediscovery of classical Greek culture in Italy, and especially Florence.Michelangelo and Leonard da Vinci were the big names of this period.

  • Classic Italy, Small Groups

    From $10,990.00 (USD)

    Averaging 24 Tauck guests, Classic Italy, Small Groups are more personal Italian vacations highlighted by stays at chic smaller hotels in the heart of the cities.

  • England, Scotland & Wales

    From $8,490.00 (USD)

    See the best that the British Isles have to offer. Travel from Edinburgh to the English Lake District; explore medieval Wales, Bath, Stonehenge and more; and spend three nights in London at the incomparable The Savoy.

  • Botswana, South Africa & Zambia

    From $15,890.00 (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.

  • Essence of Japan

    From $11,990.00 (USD)

    Traditional arts, tranquil gardens, colorful pagodas, and ancient shrines are just some of what you'll experience on this Japan adventure that takes you to Tokyo, Hakone, Kanazawa and Kyoto, as well as off-the-beaten-track villages in the countryside...

  • Exploring Britain & Ireland

    From $5,299.00 (USD)

    Travel to some of the world's most magnificent cities and through the magical countryside of Britain and Ireland. This comprehensive journey takes you through rolling farmland and across the Irish Sea, through England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales.

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