Insight Tours Europe & Britain: Italy


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Insight Tour NameDaysFrom
Best of Italy (2012/13) (E922) 11 $3,299.00
Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland and Austria (2012/13) (E927) 13 $3,950.00
Country Roads of Italy (2012/13) (E722) 17 $4,450.00
Country Roads of Southern Italy and Sicily (2012/13) (E725) 14 $3,699.00
Country Roads of Switzerland (2012/13) (E728) 15 $5,225.00
Eastern Rhapsody (2012/13) (E962) 12 $3,365.00
Easy Pace Italy (2012/13) (E803) 11 $3,050.00
European Classic (2012/13) (G916) 22 $6,699.00
European Explorer - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) (E913) 21 $6,285.00
European Explorer (2012/13) (E913) 23 $6,850.00
European Grandeur - Start Paris (2012/13) (E915) 28 $8,225.00
European Grandeur (2012/13) (E915) 30 $8,825.00
European Heritage - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) (E916) 35 $10,325.00
European Heritage (2012/13) (E916) 37 $10,785.00
European Spotlight - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) (E910) 12 $3,750.00
European Spotlight (2012/13) (E910) 14 $4,035.00
Glorious Switzerland (2012/13) (E965) 10 $3,799.00
Grand Tour of Italy and Sicily (2012/13) (E921) 17 $4,799.00
Highlights of Europe - Start Brussels (2012/13) (E933) 15 $4,425.00
Highlights of Europe (2012/13) (E933) 17 $4,950.00
Italian Elegance - A Country Roads Itinerary (2012/13) (E923) 13 $3,850.00
Italian Escapade (2012/13) (E937) 14 $4,065.00
Italian Intermezzo (2012/13) (E971) 9 $2,585.00
Italian Vogue (2012/13) (G200) 12 $5,650.00
Playgrounds of Europe (2012/13) (G600) 12 $5,325.00
Road to Rome - Start Paris (2012/13) (E924) 13 $4,075.00
Road to Rome (2012/13) (E924) 15 $4,525.00
Romantic European - Start Brussels (2012/13) (E912) 21 $6,025.00
Romantic European (2012/13) (E912) 23 $6,475.00
Rome to London (2012/13) (E925) 10 $3,350.00
Select - London, Paris and Rome (2012/13) (S969) 11 $2,450.00
Select - Paris and Rome (2012/13) (S970) 8 $1,575.00
Select - Rome (2012/13) (S695) 7 $1,125.00
Sicily in Depth (2012/13) (E934) 9 $2,085.00
Sicily in Depth with Malta Option (2012/13) (T934) 12 $2,920.00
Treasures of Italy (2012/13) (E980) 12 $4,085.00
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Best of Italy (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E922 Insight Tours - Best of Italy (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,299.00
11 Days
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Roman antiquities, pious Assisi, Venetian canals, Renaissance Florence and Capri sunshine are fused with a touch of 'la dolce vita' for the perfect tour of Italy. Tour Pace: This tour has a well balanced pace with two-night stays in three of the five centres – Rome, Florence and Sorrento – and overnight stays in Assisi and Venice. The driving days are short and comfortable, interspersed with sightseeing. The high-speed train from Florence to Naples turns what is normally a full day on the coach in to a more leisurely affair. Hotels: Hotels include the modern La Griffe, situated on one of Rome’s most famous shopping streets, and the Sheraton selected for its easy access to the airport. Traditional styles prevail in the other centres. Stay in the medieval heart of Assisi at the Giotto and close to the Grand Canal in Venice.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Sorrento (DA)
  • Celebration Dinner of local cuisine with entertainment in Rome (CD)
  • 9 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Sleek, high-speed Eurostar Italia train from Florence to Naples
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 11 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Visit the Colosseum and see the Forum.
  • Assisi: See the Saint Mary Basilica then walk through the cobbled streets to visit the Basilica of St Francis.
  • Venice: Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace and St Mark’s Basilica. Drift through the canals on a traditional gondola serenade. Demonstration of traditional glass-blowing.
  • Pisa: See the Cathedral, Baptistery and ‘Leaning Tower.
  • Florence: Admire Michelangelo’s original ‘Statue of David’ in the Academy Gallery. See the Cathedral, bell tower, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and visit Signoria Square. Demonstration of traditional Florentine leather-work.
  • Sorrento: Cruise to Capri, the Island of Dreams, ride into Capri town by open top taxi (weather permitting) and return by funicular railway. Join in the Italian social ritual of ‘La Passeggiata’. Demonstration of ‘Intarsio’ inlay woodworking.
  • Pompeii: Tour the excavations of this buried Roman resort.
  • Scenic Drives: Apennine Mountains, Sorrento clifftops.



Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland and Austria (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E927 Insight Tours - Country Roads of Bavaria, Switzerland and Austria (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,950.00
13 Days
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From the glorious cruise through the Wachau Valley to the enthralling Bernina Express, this tour offers up an Alpine world of enchantment and unrivalled beauty like no other. Tour Pace: An evenly paced tour with a majority two-night stays. The travelling days are very comfortable with frequent stops. While the clever mix of country roads and cable cars, scenic rail and river cruise, add tremendous variety to your itinerary. Hotels: Enjoy an excellent selection of modern, well appointed hotels. For location, you can’t go past the Art Nouveau Arcotel Moser Verdino in Klagenfurt and the Monopole, set among the designer shops of the St Moritz pedestrian zone.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from our selection of restaurants in Vienna (DA)
  • Two-course Lunch in Poschiavo with a glass of wine (HL)
  • End-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in Lucerne (CD)
  • 11 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 3 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 13 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport or purchase a transfer)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Munich: See the Marienplatz, Town Hall and Glockenspiel.
  • Bavarian Alps: See the Oberammergau Passion Play Theatre. Visit the Wieskirche and the castle of Neuschwanstein
  • Berchtesgaden: Visit the town beneath Hitler’s ‘Eagles Nest’.
  • Salzburg: See the Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s birthplace on the Getreidegasse and visit the Cathedral in the Old Town.
  • Mondsee: View the church featured in ‘The Sound of Music’.
  • Wachau Valley: Join a cruise along the most beautiful part of the Danube. Visit medieval Dürnstein, crowned by its castle.
  • Vienna: Enjoy a guided tour of the Schönbrunn Palace and its formal gardens. Enjoy an introduction to Viennese café culture. Tour the Ring Road seeing the City Hall and Parliament.
  • Kindberg: See the colourful maypole.
  • Friesach: Stop in this mysterious moated town.
  • Klagenfurt: See the fearful Lindwurm, emblem of the city.
  • Dolomites: Visit the fashionable resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.
  • St Moritz: Experience one of Europe’s most outstanding train journeys on the Bernina Express. Enjoy a scenic ride through the heart of the Swiss Alps aboard the Glacier Express.Enjoy the freedom of a mountain railways pass.
  • Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge. Ascend to the summit of Mount Pilatus.
  • Scenic drives: Bavarian Alps, German Alpine Road, Semmering Pass, the Dolomites, Engadine Valley, Grisons Alps.



Country Roads of Italy (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E722 Insight Tours - Country Roads of Italy (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,450.00
17 Days
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Between the major cities, you’ll find littleknown gems like Orvieto, Assisi and Perugia, Tuscan hill towns, Etruscan tombs, a formidable abbey and Italy’s finest stretch of coastline. Tour Pace: This tour is well paced with an exceptional three-night stay in Sorrento at the start of the tour and two-night stays in all other cities except Orvieto. The driving days are not too long, with convenient stops at places of interest along the way. Hotels: The Sheraton is an excellent example of modern Italian design, whereas the 5 star luxury Bauer Palladio resides in a 16th century palace on the historic islands of Venice.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light informal meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in Sorrento (DA)
  • Enjoy a two-course Highlight Lunch in Bologna (HL)
  • End-of-tour Celebration Dinner of local cuisine with wine and entertainment in Rome (CD)
  • 15 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 3 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 17 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Tour St Peter’s Basilica. Visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum.
  • Monte Cassino: Visit the hill-top Abbey.
  • Cassino: Visit the peaceful Commonwealth War Cemetery.
  • Pompeii: Join a local guide for a walking tour.
  • Sorrento: Drive along the Amalfi Coast to visit Positano. Join in the Italian social ritual of ‘La Passeggiata’.Cruise to the isle of Capri, ride into Capri town by open top taxi (weather permitting) and return by funicular railway. ‘Intarsio’ demonstration.
  • Castel Gandolfo: See the Pope’s summer residence.
  • Orvieto: Visit Piazza del Duomo to admire the Cathedral.
  • Assisi: Walk through the cobbled steets to visit St Francis Basilica, St Mary of the Angels and St Clare’s church.
  • Perugia: See the Priors’ Palace and Collegio del Cambio.
  • Siena: Visit the Campo Square, fountain and Cathedral.
  • San Gimignano: Visit the medieval Manhattan of Italy!
  • Florence: Visit the Academy Gallery to see the Statue of David. See the ‘Gates of Paradise’, Basilica of Santa Croce and visit Signoria Square. Traditional leather-work demonstration
  • Bologna: See Giambologna’s Fountain and Piazza Nettuno.
  • Venice: Drift through the canals by traditional gondola. Cruise to St Mark’s Square. See the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace and St Mark’s Basilica. Venetian glass-blowing demonstration
  • Ravenna: Witness some of the finest mosaics in Europe.
  • Montepulciano: Visit the old town.
  • Tivoli: Visit the amazing water gardens of the Villa d’Este.



Country Roads of Southern Italy and Sicily (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E725 Insight Tours - Country Roads of Southern Italy and Sicily (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,699.00
14 Days
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This tour explores the unique ‘trulli’ houses of Alberobello and Sassi di Matera, complemented by the rich Greek, Roman and Norman heritage of Sicily. Lunch at Il Riccio on Capri caps it off. Tour Pace: An evenly paced tour. Enjoy two-night stays in Alberobello, Palermo and the Bay of Naples, plus three exceptional nights in the popular resort of Taormina Mare. Hotels: Your first hotel, the Anglo Americano, is located in the historic centre of Rome. On your return, stay at the stylish Sheraton Roma which is well positioned for easy access to the airport. Elsewhere your selection includes the relaxing Hotel La Chiusa di Chietri in the Trulli region and the Villa Esperia, set right on Mazzarò Bay, only 100 metres from the cable cars that take you right into Taormina’s picturesque historic centre.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Enjoy a selection of restaurants for your dining pleasure in Taormina (DA)
  • Enjoy a superb 3 course lunch of Mediterranean cuisine with wine at Capri’s Il Riccio Restaurant, overlooking the Tyrolean Sea (HL)
  • Celebration Dinner with wine and entertainment in Rome (CD)
  • 12 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 4 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Overnight ferry from Palermo to Naples
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 14 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Alberobello: Explore the unique Trulli buildings Join us in the social ritual of ‘La Passeggiata’.
  • Matera: Visit the unique Sassi di Matera, ancient churches and dwellings hewn from solid rock.
  • Taormina: Visit the Greek Theatre with views of Mt. Etna. Visit the courtyard of Palazzo Corvaja, seat of the first Sicilian parliament, and stroll along Corso Umberto to Piazza IX Aprile.
  • Agrigento: Enjoy a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples.
  • Palermo: See Quattro Canti Square, visit Palermo Cathedral and admire the dazzling mosaics in the Palatine Chapel
  • Cefalu: Visit the cathedral in this charming fishing town.
  • Pompeii: Tour the excavations with a local guide.
  • Sorrento: Cruise to the isle of Capri, ride into Capri town by open top taxi and return by funicular railway. Visit Anacapri and the amazing Blue Grotto. (weather permitting)
  • Rome: Visit St Peter’s Basilica, Colosseum and see the Forum.
  • Scenic Drives: Apennines, Calabria mountains, Sorrento cliff top road, Capri corniche.



Country Roads of Switzerland (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E728 Insight Tours - Country Roads of Switzerland (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $5,225.00
15 Days
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An intimate journey of discovery along vine clad shores, through fortified towns and flower filled meadows amidst stunning Alpine panoramas. Tour Pace: Well paced tour with three nights in Montreux, two-night stays in most of the other cities and no excessively long driving days. There is also the added bonus of travelling on the Glacier Express train to admire the scenery from a completely different perspective, with yet more wonderful photo opportunities. Hotels: There is a good selection of modern and traditional hotels which reflect the local styles of the Swiss regions. The traditional style of accommodation in Zermatt contrasts with the more sedate resort hotels of Interlaken and Lugano.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Enjoy a Highlight lunch with Swiss cheese fondue in Gruyeres (HL)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants on your Dine Around evening in Zermatt (DA)
  • End-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in Lucerne (CD)
  • 13 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 15 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport or purchase a transfer)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge. Ascend to the summit of Mount Pilatus.
  • Berne: See the clock tower, bear pits, Federal Palace and cathedral.
  • Murten: Visit the walled town and inner court of the castle.
  • Vaud Alps: Swiss countryside excursion to Gruyéres and Gstaad.
  • Montreux: Embark on a highlight cruise on Lake Geneva. Visit medieval Chillon Castle, beautifully situated on the lake.
  • Geneva: See the sights including the Jet d’Eau and Floral Clock.
  • Martigny: View the Roman Amphitheatre.
  • Sion: See the two fortress-churches, Cathedral and Town Hall.
  • Zermatt: See the Matterhorn (weather permitting).
  • Bellinzona: See three castles.
  • St Moritz: Experience a scenic ride through the heart of the Swiss Alps aboard the Glacier Express. Enjoy the freedom of a mountain railways pass.
  • Interlaken: Grindelwald Valley and Lauterbrunnen excursion.
  • Brienz: Experience Swiss life throughout the ages at the Ballenberg open-air museum.
  • Zurich: See the Fraumünster and elegant Bahnhofstrasse.
  • Scenic Drives: Italian Lakes, Broye Valley, Simplon, San Bernardino, Julier, Schöllenen Gorge, Brunig and Susten Passes.



Eastern Rhapsody (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E962 Insight Tours - Eastern Rhapsody (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,365.00
12 Days
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From the bath houses of Budapest to the canals of Venice, venture through a diverse scenic landscape of lakes, mountains and islands, where the cultural traditions of Eastern and Central Europe, mix with the Mediterranean. Tour Pace: With two-night stays throughout, your rhapsody has a wonderful rhythm. Comfortable touring days are augmented with interesting stops. The following mornings are more leisurely, beginning with a sightseeing tour to get you acquainted with the city and then free time to do as you please. Hotels: All hotels are superbly located right in the heart of each city. Sophisticated, sleek, lustrous towers, reflecting rich blue skies in marble and glass. The exception is the historic Grande Albergo Ausonia & Hungaria on Venice Lido, resplendent in Belle Epoque style, its famous façade covered with ceramics.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • Welcome Reception and light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants on your Zagreb Dine-Around evening (DA)
  • Enjoy a highlight lunch of authentic Dalmatian cuisine with wine at restaurant on the Island of Hvar. (HL)
  • A celebration dinner with wine at a Venetian restaurant (CD)
  • 10 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 12 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Budapest: Enjoy views across the Danube from atop Gellert Hill. Visit Matthias Church in Buda’s Castle District. See the Parliament building from the Fisherman’s Bastion. Visit Heroes’ Square and drive down Andrassy Boulevard. Join the locals for a swim at one of the historic bath houses.
  • Lake Balaton: View the abbey of Tihany. Hear about the excellent wines produced along the shores
  • Zagreb: See Roosevelt Square and Ban Josip Jelacic Square. Tour the Upper Town to view the Presidential Palace, Stone Gate, St Marks Church and the Pope’s Tower.
  • Plitvice National Park: A scenic tour of the lakes and waterfalls
  • Split: See St. Duje’s, the baptistery and the Golden Gate on your guided tour through the labyrinthine streets.
  • Hvar: Enjoy an excursion to this beautiful island and spend time in Hvar town. Within the 13C walls, walk through the picturesque streets with time to explore the main square.
  • Ljubljana: A local guide shows you the medieval castle, City Hall, Cathedral of St Nicholas and Triple Bridge
  • Lake Bled: Take a boat ride to the fairy tale island church.
  • Postojna: Ride by special mini-train into the illuminated caverns.
  • Predjama: See the castle perched in a cave mouth on a cliff
  • Venice: Take a private launch to St Mark’s Square. See the Basilica, the Doges’ Palace and Bridge of Sighs. Watch a demonstration of glass-blowing. Enjoy a ride by traditional gondola.



Easy Pace Italy (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E803 Insight Tours - Easy Pace Italy (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,050.00
11 Days
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Linger longer in Italy’s three most appealing and profoundly cultural cities. Savour every part of Rome’s rich heritage. Soak up the Renaissance atmosphere of Florence and look beyond the canals and gondolas to gain a deeper understanding of Venice. Tour Pace: Easy pace itineraries are always full of extra leisure time to allow you to get the most out of every part of your holiday. Sit back and enjoy your included introduction to each of these fascinating cities, then the rest is up to you. Hotels: When you stay three nights in each city it’s important to get the hotel locations right, and this tour does not let you down! Centrally located hotels means easy access and the freedom to enjoy the attractions of the historic centres you have come to see, without wasting time and money travelling to the outskirts each day. No more apparent than when you gaze out over Venice from the rooftop bar of the Hilton Molino Stucky.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Enjoy a two-course Highlight Lunch in Cortona (HL)
  • Join a Celebration Dinner of local cuisine, complete with wine in a Venetian restaurant (CD)
  • 9 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 1 three-course table d’hôte Dinner plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 11 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Enjoy a private guided tour of the Vatican Museums, St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Ancient Rome comes alive as you visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum.
  • Cortona: Explore the narrow streets of the ancient town.
  • Florence: View the city skyline from the sumptuous terrace of Piazzale Michelangelo. Visit the Academy Gallery with a guide to admire the original “Statue of David”. See the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ on the Baptistery and Signoria Square. Visit Santa Croce Church housing the tomb of Michelangelo. Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration.
  • Verona: Walk with your Tour Director past the Roman Arena to the famous balcony in the courtyard of the Capulet home.
  • Venice: Drift through the canals on a traditional gondola serenade. Cruise to St Mark’s Square by private launch. See St Mark’s Basilica, belltower, the ornate Doges’ Palace and the adjoining Bridge of Sighs.Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.




European Explorer - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E913 Insight Tours - European Explorer - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $6,285.00
21 Days
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A roam in the Eurozone! Shop ‘til you drop in Paris or Nice. But if that timepiece on your list is Swiss, you’ll first need a bank to get a few Francs! Tour Pace: Moderate. Apart from Rhineland, Würzburg and Salzburg, this tour features two-night stays throughout. Hotels: There is an excellent selection of modern hotels like the Marriott Rive Gauche in Paris and Londra in Florence but the standout has to be the majestic Schloss Steinburg affording sweeping views over the baroque city of Würzburg and the surrounding “Würzburger Stein” vineyards.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Regional Highlight Dinner at your Wurzburg castle hotel (HD)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Lucerne (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in a Parisian restaurant (CD)
  • 19 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 4 three-course table d’hôte dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Amsterdam: See Dam Square, the Royal Palace and Mint Tower. Visit the fishing village of Volendam. Witness diamond cutting and demonstrations of clog and cheese-making.
  • Boppard: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Heidelberg: Walk through the old town and see the castle.
  • Rothenburg: Admire the old houses, towers and gateways.
  • Munich: See the Town Hall in the Marienplatz.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Vienna: Visit Schönbrunn Palace with a local guide. See the Parliament, Winter Palace and Opera House.
  • Venice: See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canals. Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and St Peters Basilica in the Vatican City. Visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum.
  • Florence: Visit the Statue of David in the Academy Gallery. View the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and Piazza Signoria. Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration
  • Pisa: See the famous Leaning Tower.
  • Monaco: Visit to the playground of the rich and famous.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: Visit to the Louvre Museum. See Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place de la Concorde, Opera House, Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.



European Explorer (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E913 Insight Tours - European Explorer (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $6,850.00
23 Days
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A roam in the Eurozone! Shop ‘til you drop in Paris or Nice. But if that timepiece on your list is Swiss, you’ll first need a bank to get a few Francs! Tour Pace: Moderate. Apart from Rhineland, Würzburg and Salzburg, this tour features two-night stays throughout. Hotels: There is an excellent selection of modern hotels like the Marriott Rive Gauche in Paris and Londra in Florence but the standout has to be the majestic Schloss Steinburg affording sweeping views over the baroque city of Würzburg and the surrounding “Würzburger Stein” vineyards.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Regional Highlight Dinner at your Wurzburg castle hotel (HD)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Lucerne (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in a Parisian restaurant (CD)
  • 1 Continental breakfast & 20 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 4 three-course table d’hôte dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Amsterdam: See Dam Square, the Royal Palace and Mint Tower. Visit the fishing village of Volendam. Witness diamond cutting and demonstrations of clog and cheese-making.
  • Boppard: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Heidelberg: Walk through the old town and see the castle.
  • Rothenburg: Admire the old houses, towers and gateways.
  • Munich: See the Town Hall in the Marienplatz.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Vienna: Visit Schönbrunn Palace with a local guide. See the Parliament, Winter Palace and Opera House.
  • Venice: See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canals. Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and St Peters Basilica in the Vatican City. Visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum.
  • Florence: Visit the Statue of David in the Academy Gallery. View the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and Piazza Signoria. Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration
  • Pisa: See the famous Leaning Tower.
  • Monaco: Visit to the playground of the rich and famous.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: Visit to the Louvre Museum. See Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place de la Concorde, Opera House, Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • London: See Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on your London sightseeing tour



European Grandeur - Start Paris (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E915 Insight Tours - European Grandeur - Start Paris (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $8,225.00
28 Days
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An epic adventure covering all points of the European compass. From Amsterdam in the north to Rome in the south, Vienna in the east and Madrid in the west. Tour Pace: This tour is well planned and moderately paced. Most overnight stays are two nights in duration. Hotels: Enjoy a wide range of hotels from the contemporary Pullman Bordeaux Aquitania, to the traditional Giotto in Assisi.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in Munich (DA)
  • Celebration Dinner with wine in an Amsterdam restaurant (CD)
  • 26 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 8 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Vimy Ridge: An introduction to tragic events of WWI.
  • Paris: A guided tour of the Louvre. Ascend the Eiffel Tower. See Notre Dame, Place de la Concorde and Arc de Triomphe.
  • Loire Valley: Visit the magnificent Château of Chenonceau.
  • Bordeaux: Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the city.
  • Lourdes: Visit the Grotto and join in the torch light procession.
  • Madrid: A highlight tour of the magnificent Prado Museum.
  • Barcelona: Tour the Gothic Quarter, drive down the Passeig de Gràcia and visit Gaudi’s amazing Sagrada Familia.
  • Monaco: See the Cathedral and Royal Palace. Excursion to the medieval village of Eze and visit a French perfumery.
  • Pisa: See the famous Leaning Tower.
  • Florence: Enjoy views from Piazzale Michelangelo then a guide shows you Signoria Square, the Duomo and Baptistery.
  • Orvieto: See the famous Cathedral.
  • Rome: Tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum.
  • Sorrento: Cruise to the Isle of Capri. Ride to Capri town by open top taxi (weather permitting) and funicular railway.
  • Pompeii: A guided tour of the ill fated Roman resort.
  • Assisi: Visit the Basilica of St Francis.
  • Venice: See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy a gondola serenade along the canals.
  • Vienna: Visit Schönbrunn Palace with a local guide. See the Parliament, Imperial Palace and Opera House.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Munich: See the Marienplatz and neogothic Town Hall.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • St Goar: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Amsterdam: Orientation tour and Dutch countryside excursion.



European Grandeur (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E915 Insight Tours - European Grandeur (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $8,825.00
30 Days
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An epic adventure covering all points of the European compass. From Amsterdam in the north to Rome in the south, Vienna in the east and Madrid in the west. Tour Pace: This tour is well planned and moderately paced. Most overnight stays are two nights in duration. Hotels: Enjoy a wide range of hotels from the contemporary Pullman Bordeaux Aquitania, to the traditional Giotto in Assisi.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in Munich (DA)
  • Celebration Dinner with wine in an Amsterdam restaurant (CD)
  • 1 Continental Breakfast & 27 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 8 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Paris: A guided tour of the Louvre. Ascend the Eiffel Tower. See Notre Dame, Place de la Concorde and Arc de Triomphe.
  • Loire Valley: Visit the magnificent Château of Chenonceau.
  • Bordeaux: Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the city.
  • Lourdes: Visit the Grotto and join in the torch light procession.
  • Madrid: A highlight tour of the magnificent Prado Museum.
  • Barcelona: Tour the Gothic Quarter, drive down the Passeig de Gràcia and visit Gaudi’s amazing Sagrada Familia.
  • Monaco: See the Cathedral and Royal Palace. Excursion to the medieval village of Eze and visit a French perfumery.
  • Pisa: See the famous Leaning Tower.
  • Florence: Enjoy views from Piazzale Michelangelo then a guide shows you Signoria Square, the Duomo and Baptistery.
  • Orvieto: See the famous Cathedral.
  • Rome: Tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum.
  • Sorrento: Cruise to the Isle of Capri. Ride to Capri town by open top taxi (weather permitting) and funicular railway.
  • Pompeii: A guided tour of the ill fated Roman resort.
  • Assisi: Visit the Basilica of St Francis.
  • Venice: See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy a gondola serenade along the canals.
  • Vienna: Visit Schönbrunn Palace with a local guide. See the Parliament, Imperial Palace and Opera House.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Munich: See the Marienplatz and neogothic Town Hall.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • St Goar: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Amsterdam: Orientation tour and Dutch countryside excursion.
  • London: See Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on your London sightseeing tour



European Heritage - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E916 Insight Tours - European Heritage - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $10,325.00
35 Days
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It was fashionable in the 18th Century for young noblemen to embark on an extended ‘Grand Tour of Europe’. This is our version here. Simply the best on offer. Tour Pace: This grand tour has many two-night stays in the major cities and is well paced. Due to its length, it has been planned with a relaxing three night Greek Island cruise in the middle of the itinerary. All the travelling days have frequent stops. Hotels: Most of the hotels on this tour are modern. As for locations, the Hotel Jezero is situated in the very heart of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, Dubrovnik’s Ariston has the perfect seaside setting while the newly renovated Renaissance Lucerne is only a stone’s throw away from the Chapel Bridge.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Enjoy a Greek Evening and Dinner with entertainment whilst cruising (HD)
  • A Dine-Around Evening in Lucerne - where you are invited to choose from a selection of local restaurants (DA)
  • End-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in a Parisian bistro (CD)
  • 33 enhanced or buffet breakfasts (BB), 3 lunches (L) and 12 three course table d’hôte dinners, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D) and 3 Suppers (S)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • 3 night cruise including outside cabin & porthole, port tax & crew gratuities
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Amsterdam: Orientation tour and Dutch countryside excursion.
  • Boppard: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Füssen: See the fairy-tale castle of Neuschwanstein.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof & Imperial Palace.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Vienna: Visit Schönbrunn Palace with a local guide. See the Parliament, Winter Palace and Opera House.
  • Zagreb: Tour both the Lower Town the medieval Upper Town.
  • Plitvice National Park: Tour the pristine lakes
  • Split: Visit the basement of Diocletian’s palace.
  • Kotor: visit the old town of Kotor and its fjord setting.
  • Athens: Ascend the Acropolis. and see the Temple of Zeus.
  • Cruising: Visit the Greek Islands of Mykonos, Patmos, Santorini, plus the Turkish port of Kusadasi.
  • Sorrento: Cruise to the Isle of Capri. Ride into Capri town by open top taxi (weather permitting) and funicular railway.
  • Pompeii: A guided tour of the ill fated Roman resort.
  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum
  • Tuscany: Enjoy a short tutorial about Chianti wines.
  • Venice: See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy a gondola serenade along the canals.
  • Florence: Enjoy views from Piazzale Michelangelo then a guide shows you Signoria Square, the Duomo and Baptistery. See the original Statue of ‘David’ in the Academy Museum.
  • Pisa: See the Leaning Tower.
  • Monaco: Visit the playground of the rich and famous.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church. Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: A guided tour of the Louvre. Ascend the Eiffel Tower. See Notre Dame, Place de la Concorde and Arc de Triomphe.



European Heritage (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E916 Insight Tours - European Heritage (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $10,785.00
37 Days
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It was fashionable in the 18th Century for young noblemen to embark on an extended ‘Grand Tour of Europe’. This is our version here. Simply the best on offer. Tour Pace: This grand tour has many two-night stays in the major cities and is well paced. Due to its length, it has been planned with a relaxing three night Greek Island cruise in the middle of the itinerary. All the travelling days have frequent stops. Hotels: Most of the hotels on this tour are modern. As for locations, the Hotel Jezero is situated in the very heart of the Plitvice Lakes National Park, Dubrovnik’s Ariston has the perfect seaside setting while the newly renovated Renaissance Lucerne is only a stone’s throw away from the Chapel Bridge.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Enjoy a Greek Evening and Dinner with entertainment whilst cruising (HD)
  • A Dine-Around Evening in Lucerne - where you are invited to choose from a selection of local restaurants (DA)
  • End-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in a Parisian bistro (CD)
  • 1 Continental & 34 enhanced or buffet breakfasts (BB), 3 lunches (L) and 12 three course table d’hôte dinners, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D) and 3 Suppers (S)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • 3 night cruise including outside cabin & porthole, port tax & crew gratuities
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Amsterdam: Orientation tour and Dutch countryside excursion.
  • Boppard: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Füssen: See the fairy-tale castle of Neuschwanstein.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof & Imperial Palace.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Vienna: Visit Schönbrunn Palace with a local guide. See the Parliament, Winter Palace and Opera House.
  • Zagreb: Tour both the Lower Town the medieval Upper Town.
  • Plitvice National Park: Tour the pristine lakes
  • Split: Visit the basement of Diocletian’s palace.
  • Kotor: visit the old town of Kotor and its fjord setting.
  • Athens: Ascend the Acropolis. and see the Temple of Zeus.
  • Cruising: Visit the Greek Islands of Mykonos, Patmos, Santorini, plus the Turkish port of Kusadasi.
  • Sorrento: Cruise to the Isle of Capri. Ride into Capri town by open top taxi (weather permitting) and funicular railway.
  • Pompeii: A guided tour of the ill fated Roman resort.
  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum
  • Tuscany: Enjoy a short tutorial about Chianti wines.
  • Venice: See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy a gondola serenade along the canals.
  • Florence: Enjoy views from Piazzale Michelangelo then a guide shows you Signoria Square, the Duomo and Baptistery. See the original Statue of ‘David’ in the Academy Museum.
  • Pisa: See the Leaning Tower.
  • Monaco: Visit the playground of the rich and famous.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church. Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: A guided tour of the Louvre. Ascend the Eiffel Tower. See Notre Dame, Place de la Concorde and Arc de Triomphe.
  • London: See Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on your London sightseeing tour



European Spotlight - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E910 Insight Tours - European Spotlight - Start Amsterdam (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,750.00
12 Days
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The contrasts on this tour are remarkable, ranging from the low lying Netherlands to the Austrian High Alps and from the canals of Venice to the wide boulevards of Paris. Tour Pace: This tour is moderately paced with two-night stays in the key cities of Amsterdam, Venice, Lucerne and Paris, you have the choice of free time to relax or participating in optional excursions organised by your Tour Director. Hotels: Start off with modern hotels such as the Mövenpick City Centre, within walking distance from the old centre of Amsterdam. Move on to the more traditional Venetian style of the Bellini on the Grand Canal, and the sophistication of Le Méridien Etoile only minutes from Paris’s Arc de Triomphe.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of Lucerne’s restaurants for your dining pleasure (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in a Parisian restaurant (CD)
  • 10 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Amsterdam: Cruise the waterways in a glass-topped boat. See Dam Square, the Royal Palace and Mint Tower. Witness a demonstration of diamond cutting
  • Boppard: Explore the quaint Romantic Rhine Gorge village.
  • Rhine Cruise: Past villages, vineyards and cliff-top castles.
  • Heidelberg: See the red sandstone castle.
  • Füssen: See the fairy-tale castle of Neuschwanstein.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.
  • Verona: See the ancient Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony.
  • Venice: Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s BasilicaEnjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canalsVenetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Enjoy an exhilarating ride by cog-wheel train and cable-car to the summit of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: See the Mona Lisa on your visit to the Louvre MuseumSee Notre Dame Cathedral, Place de la Concorde & Opera House. Drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • Scenic Drives: Fern Pass, Europa Bridge, Brenner Pass and St Gotthard.



European Spotlight (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E910 Insight Tours - European Spotlight (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,035.00
14 Days
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The contrasts on this tour are remarkable, ranging from the low lying Netherlands to the Austrian High Alps and from the canals of Venice to the wide boulevards of Paris. Tour Pace: This tour is moderately paced with two-night stays in the key cities of Amsterdam, Venice, Lucerne and Paris, you have the choice of free time to relax or participating in optional excursions organised by your Tour Director. Hotels: Start off with modern hotels such as the Mövenpick City Centre, within walking distance from the old centre of Amsterdam. Move on to the more traditional Venetian style of the Bellini on the Grand Canal, and the sophistication of Le Méridien Etoile only minutes from Paris’s Arc de Triomphe.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of Lucerne’s restaurants for your dining pleasure (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in a Parisian restaurant (CD)
  • 1 Continental Breakfast & 11 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Amsterdam: Cruise the waterways in a glass-topped boat. See Dam Square, the Royal Palace and Mint Tower. Witness a demonstration of diamond cutting
  • Boppard: Explore the quaint Romantic Rhine Gorge village.
  • Rhine Cruise: Past villages, vineyards and cliff-top castles.
  • Heidelberg: See the red sandstone castle.
  • Füssen: See the fairy-tale castle of Neuschwanstein.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.
  • Verona: See the ancient Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony.
  • Venice: Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s BasilicaEnjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canalsVenetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Enjoy an exhilarating ride by cog-wheel train and cable-car to the summit of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: See the Mona Lisa on your visit to the Louvre MuseumSee Notre Dame Cathedral, Place de la Concorde & Opera House. Drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • Scenic Drives: Fern Pass, Europa Bridge, Brenner Pass and St Gotthard.
  • London: See Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on your London sightseeing tour



Glorious Switzerland (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E965 Insight Tours - Glorious Switzerland (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,799.00
10 Days
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Discover a land of contrasting scenery, people, language and religion, offering an extraordinary kaleidoscope of interests and wonders. Tour Pace: A majority of two-night stays, a free day in Zermatt, a scenic train journey, lake cruise, mountain-top cable car and the relatively short driving distances, means you are never on the coach for too long. Consequently, this tour is feature packed, but with an unhurried air. Hotels: The Hotel De La Paix in Lugano was stylishly transformed from an 18th century villa and now offers excellent modern facilities. The cosy Alpen Resort will make you feel right at home, while the elegant Hotel Monopol is located in the heart of St Moritz, right in the pedestrian area.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants on your Dine Around evening in Zermatt (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine at a lively local restaurant in Lucerne (CD)
  • 8 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 10 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport or purchase a transfer)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Geneva: See the Jet d’Eau, Floral Clock and Reformation Monument.
  • Lake Geneva: Embark on a highlight cruise. Visit medieval Chillon Castle, beautifully situated on the lake.
  • Chamonix: Visit France’s mountaineering capital. Excursion by cable-car to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi.
  • Zermatt: Transfer by cog-wheel train. See the majestic peak of the Matterhorn from this traffic-free resort (weather permitting).
  • Italian Lake District: Experience beautiful Lake Maggiore.
  • Lugano: Visit this elegant lakeside resort.
  • St Moritz: Travel along the route of the Glacier Express for a scenic train journey through the heart of the Swiss Alps.
  • Vaduz: Visit the capital of Liechtenstein and see the castle.
  • Lucerne: See the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and covered Chapel Bridge.
  • Scenic Drives: Arve Valley, Italian Lake District, the Forclaz, Simplon, San Bernadino and Julier Passes, Grisons Alps. Walensee and Lake Zurich



Grand Tour of Italy and Sicily (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E921 Insight Tours - Grand Tour of Italy and Sicily (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,799.00
17 Days
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A comprehensive exploration from the wellheeled north to the bucolic south. Contrast Sicily’s Greek heritage with the beauty of Capri and Venice’s very own captivating character. Tour Pace: One of the more lively paced tours with some longer touring days. These are moderated with frequent stops, often with great photo opportunities, like in Pisa. The itinerary is also balanced by the free day in Florence, clever use of the overnight ferry and free time in several idyllic resorts. Hotel: Enjoy the elegance of Rome’s Mediterraneo and the resort style Simplon on Lake Maggiore. The Hotel Della Valle overlooks Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples while the Sheraton on your final night is well positioned for access to the airport.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light informal meal (WR)
  • Stop in Verona for a Highlight Lunch (HL)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in Sorrento (DA)
  • End-of-tour Celebration Dinner of local cuisine with wine and entertainment in Rome (CD)
  • 15 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 5 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, plus tea or coffee (D)`


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 17 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Tour St Peter’s Basilica. Visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum.
  • Tuscany: Enjoy a tasting and talk about Chianti wine.
  • Pisa: See the Cathedral, Baptistery and ‘Leaning Tower.
  • Portofino: Cruise the Ligurian coast to this beautiful port (weather permitting).
  • Italian Lakes: Join us in the social ritual of ‘La Passeggiata’.
  • Verona: See the Roman Arena and Juliet’s balcony.
  • Venice: Drift through the canals on a traditional gondola serenade. Cruise to St Mark’s Square. See the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace and St Mark’s Basilica. Venetian glass-blowing demonstration
  • Florence: Visit the Academy Gallery to see the Statue of David. See the ‘Gates of Paradise’, Basilica of Santa Croce and visit Signoria Square. Traditional leather-work demonstration
  • Cassino: Visit the peaceful Commonwealth War Cemetery.
  • Sorrento: Cruise to the isle of Capri, ride into Capri town by open top taxi (weather permitting) and return by funicular railway. ‘Intarsio’ demonstration
  • Taormina: Visit the Greek Theatre with views of Mt. Etna. Visit the courtyard of Palazzo Corvaja, seat of the first Sicilian parliament, and stroll along Corso Umberto to Piazza IX Aprile.
  • Enna: Visit the hill top fortress town.
  • Agrigento: Enjoy a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples.
  • Palermo: See Quattro Canti Square, visit Palermo Cathedral and admire the dazzling mosaics in the Palatine Chapel
  • Pompeii: Tour the excavations with a local guide.



Highlights of Europe - Start Brussels (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E933 Insight Tours - Highlights of Europe - Start Brussels (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,425.00
15 Days
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Varied landscapes, magnificent scenery, history galore, a treasure trove of art and architecture... a glorious reflection of Europe at her best. Tour Pace: This tour initially comprises of one night stays which makes for a lively start. However, two-nights in Venice, Rome, Lucerne and Paris allow more time to relax or indulge in optional excursions. Hotels: An excellent selection of hotels includes the classic Sant’Elena, set the tranquil space of a historic Venetian convent and the grand city center Brussels Marriott ,which also offers luxurious accommodation in a historic building. For location, you can’t beat the Pullman Tour Eiffel, situated in the shadow of the most famous landmark in Paris.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Lucerne (DA)
  • Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine at a Parisian bistro (CD)
  • 13 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Bruges: Visit one of Europe’s best preserved medieval towns.
  • Brussels: Walk through the Grand Place to the cheeky Mannekin Pis statue.
  • Cologne: View the Gothic Cathedral.
  • Boppard: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Heidelberg: See the red sandstone castle.
  • Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber: Visit Europe’s finest medieval town.
  • Munich: See the Marienplatz and neogothic Town Hall.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Venice: Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s BasilicaEnjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canalsVenetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and St Peters Basilica in the Vatican City. Ancient Rome comes alive as you overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum.
  • Florence: Visit the Statue of David in the Academy Gallery. View the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and Signoria Square. Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: See the Mona Lisa on your visit to the Louvre MuseumSee Notre Dame Cathedral, Place de la Concorde & Opera House. Drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • Scenic Drives: Romantic Road, Salzach Valley, Tauern Mountains, St Gotthard Route.



Highlights of Europe (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E933 Insight Tours - Highlights of Europe (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,950.00
17 Days
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Varied landscapes, magnificent scenery, history galore, a treasure trove of art and architecture... a glorious reflection of Europe at her best. Tour Pace: This tour initially comprises of one night stays which makes for a lively start. However, two-nights in Venice, Rome, Lucerne and Paris allow more time to relax or indulge in optional excursions. Hotels: An excellent selection of hotels includes the classic Sant’Elena, set the tranquil space of a historic Venetian convent and the grand city center Brussels Marriott ,which also offers luxurious accommodation in a historic building. For location, you can’t beat the Pullman Tour Eiffel, situated in the shadow of the most famous landmark in Paris.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Lucerne (DA)
  • Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine at a Parisian bistro (CD)
  • 1 Continental Breakfast & 14 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Bruges: Visit one of Europe’s best preserved medieval towns.
  • Brussels: Walk through the Grand Place to the cheeky Mannekin Pis statue.
  • Cologne: View the Gothic Cathedral.
  • Boppard: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Heidelberg: See the red sandstone castle.
  • Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber: Visit Europe’s finest medieval town.
  • Munich: See the Marienplatz and neogothic Town Hall.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Venice: Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s BasilicaEnjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canalsVenetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and St Peters Basilica in the Vatican City. Ancient Rome comes alive as you overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum.
  • Florence: Visit the Statue of David in the Academy Gallery. View the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and Signoria Square. Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: See the Mona Lisa on your visit to the Louvre MuseumSee Notre Dame Cathedral, Place de la Concorde & Opera House. Drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • Scenic Drives: Romantic Road, Salzach Valley, Tauern Mountains, St Gotthard Route.
  • London: See Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on your London sightseeing tour



Italian Elegance - A Country Roads Itinerary (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E923 Insight Tours - Italian Elegance - A Country Roads Itinerary (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,850.00
13 Days
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Experience the epitome of picture postcard Italy, awash with colour, blending historic cities and exquisite resorts with rustic towns and idyllic fishing villages. Tour Pace: A well paced tour to allow for an in-depth look at some of the most scenic parts of northern Italy. With two nights in a Tuscan Villa plus Rome, Venice, Cortina d’Ampezzo and the Italian Lakes, there is always time for additional sightseeing, shopping or relaxing, as you wish. Hotels: Stay central in Cortina d’Ampezzo and Venice, where your hotel is located between St. Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge. Scenic hotels include the Grand Dino on the shores of Lake Maggiore and a splendid Tuscan Villa, an oasis of tranquillity, surrounded by the greenery of the fabled hills.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Enjoy a glass of wine with your highlight lunch in one of the beautiful fishing villages of the Cinque Terre (HL)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in the Italian Lakes on your Dine-Around evening (DA)
  • Toast the culmination of your tour at a Celebration Dinner of local cuisine in the magical surroundings of Venice (CD)
  • 11 full breakfasts (BB) and 4 three-course table d’hote Dinners or buffets plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 13 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Visit the Colosseum and see the Forum.
  • Florence: Admire Michelangelo’s original ‘Statue of David’ in the Academy Gallery. See the Cathedral, bell tower, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and visit the open air gallery of Signoria Square. Demonstration of traditional Florentine leather-work.
  • Siena: See the vast Campo Square, site of the famous ‘Palio’ horse race.
  • Tuscany: Enjoy a Chianti wine tasting.
  • Cinque Terre: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Portofino: Cruise the Ligurian coast to this beautiful port (weather permitting).
  • Italian Lakes: Join us in the social ritual of ‘La Passeggiata’.
  • Verona: See the Roman Arena and Juliet’s balcony.
  • Venice: Drift through the canals on a traditional gondola serenade. Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace and St Mark’s Basilica.Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Scenic Drives: Tuscan Hills, Apennines, Dolomites, Italian Lake District.



Italian Escapade (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E937 Insight Tours - Italian Escapade (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,065.00
14 Days
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After testifying to the riches of Rome, Florence, Italian Lakes, Venice, Assisi and sun-drenched Capri, your tour comes full circle amid the illfated streets of Pompeii. Tour Pace: This is a perfectly paced tour with two-night stays in Rome, Florence, the Italian lakes, Venice and Sorrento, and one-night in hill-top Assisi. All travelling days are of a reasonable length with interesting stops en route for refreshments and photo opportunities. Hotels: There is a diverse mix of hotel styles, with the modern Sheraton in Rome contrasting with Venice’s Carlton, built by the Grand Canal, and the tranquil setting of the Simplon hotel overlooking Lake Maggiore. While in Assisi, the Hotel Roseo has a understated elegance and wonderful Italian charm.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Enjoy a two-course Highlight Tuscan lunch in Siena, including a glass of wine. (HL)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in the Italian Lakes on your Dine Around evening (DA)
  • Stop in Verona for an authentic two-course Highlight lunch including a glass of wine. (HL)
  • Celebration Dinner with wine and entertainment in Rome (CD)
  • 12 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 4 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 14 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Visit the Colosseum and see the Forum.
  • Siena: See the striped cathedral and vast Campo Square.
  • Tuscany: Enjoy a short tutorial about Chianti wines.
  • Florence: Visit the Academy Gallery to see the Statue of David. See the ‘Gates of Paradise’, Basilica of Santa Croce and visit Signoria Square. Traditional leather-work demonstration
  • Pisa: See the Cathedral, Baptistery and ‘Leaning Tower.
  • Milan: See La Scala Opera House and Gothic cathedral.
  • Italian Lakes: Join us in the social ritual of ‘La Passeggiata’.
  • Verona: See the Roman Arena and Juliet’s balcony.
  • Venice: Drift through the canals with a traditional gondola serenade. Cruise to St Mark’s Square. See the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace and St Mark’s Basilica. Venetian glass-blowing demonstration
  • Ravenna: See some of Europe’s finest mosaics.
  • Assisi: Visit the Basilica of St Francis with a guide.
  • Cassino: Visit the peaceful Commonwealth War Cemetery.
  • Sorrento: Cruise to the isle of Capri. Ride into Capri town by open top taxi (weather permitting) and return by funicular railway. ‘Intarsio’ demonstration
  • Pompeii: Enjoy a guided tour of the excavations.
  • Scenic Drives: Apennine Hills, Italian Lake District, cliff top drive to Sorrento.



Italian Intermezzo (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E971 Insight Tours - Italian Intermezzo (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $2,585.00
9 Days
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Italy’s three most famous and best loved cities reveal a treasure-trove of riches on this concise yet surprisingly diverse and delightful itinerary. Tour Pace: This is an evenly paced tour with two-night stays in Rome, Venice and Florence, allowing time for sightseeing and people-watching from the comfort of sidewalk cafés. The driving days are of a reasonable length with frequent stops for rest and photo opportunities. Hotels: The Romanico in Rome is traditional in style and just a short walk to the ‘Dolce Vita’ of Via Veneto, while on the last night, the Sheraton has been selected for its easy access to the airport. Hotel Sant’Elena is found in the greenest part of Venice, yet still within walking distance to St Marks Square and the deluxe four star Hotel Londra is the ideal starting point for discovering Florence.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with a light meal (WR)
  • Stop in the peaceful landscapes of Tuscany for a highlight lunch consisting of two-courses and a glass of wine. (HL)
  • Enjoy an authentic two-course Florentine lunch with a glass of wine (HL)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Florence (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine at a lively local restaurant in Rome (CD)
  • 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 9 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Enjoy a private guided tour of the Vatican Museums, St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Ancient Rome comes alive as you visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum.
  • Venice: Cruise to St Mark’s Square by private launch. See St Mark’s Basilica, bell tower, the ornate Doges’ Palace and the adjoining Bridge of Sighs. Drift through the canals on a traditional gondola serenade. Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Florence: During your guided walking tour, visit the Academy Gallery to admire Michelangelo’s original “Statue of David”. See the Cathedral, belltower, ‘Gates of Paradise’ on the Baptistery and visit Signoria Square, political heart of the city. Visit Santa Croce Church housing the tombs of Michelangelo and Galileo. Witness a traditional Florence leather-work demonstration



Italian Vogue (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: G200 Insight Tours - Italian Vogue (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $5,650.00
12 Days
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This journey ebbs like the eternal Tiber, offering a completely new set of surroundings and cultural experiences every other day. Tour Pace: Perfect. As with all Insight Vacation’s Gold itineraries, the tours have been planned where possible, with two-night stays and later starts in the morning. In order to experience some of Italy’s more secluded wonders, you’ll embark on a variety of ferries, hydrofoil, trains, gondolas and boats in addition to the usual armchair coach comfort. Hotels: Your superb traditional hotels are all excellently located retaining the classic elegance and grace of their respective settings but with a contemporary feel and friendly service. In the exclusive world of luxury hospitality the Grand Hotel Plaza enjoys one of the best city centre locations in Rome. An oasis of calm on its own private island, the sublime San Clemente Palace combines period atmosphere with modern amenities. The historic Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • Get to know your Tour Director and fellow guests over a Welcome Reception including a light meal (WR)
  • 1 two-course lunch at a historic winery in the Chianti Hills (HL).
  • 1 lunch of local specialites in one of the charming villages of the Cinque Terre (HL).
  • Join a highlight Celebration dinner with wine at Venice’s Ai Do Forni restaurant (CD).
  • 10 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 3 three course dinners with choice (D)


Insight Tours: Gold Services


  • Escorted by your ‘Personal Concierge’, an Insight professional Tour Director; and accompanied by expert local guides where appropriate.
  • First class seats aboard the high-speed Eurostar Italia train from Naples to Florence.
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 Airport departure transfers by private boat on Day 12.



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Welcome drink reception; view the priceless art collection of the Vatican Museums and ceiling of the Sistine Chapel on a privately guided tour; overlook the Forum and visit the ancient Colosseum; visit the vast St. Peter’s Basilica and see Michelangelo’s ‘Pieta’.
  • Pompeii: Join a local guide for a private tour of the Roman town, buried by an eruption of Vesuvius in AD79.
  • Isle of Capri: Walk to Augustus’ Gardens for views of the Faraglioni Rocks; Descend from Capri Town by funicular; Visit the most famous of Capri’s marine caves - the Blue Grotto.
  • Florence: Marvel at Michelangelo’s original statue of David in the Academy of Fine Arts; see the Cathedral, Giotto’s belltower, ‘Gates of Paradise’, and open-air gallery of Signoria Square.
  • Tuscany: Enjoy wine tasting in the Chianti Hills.
  • Pisa: See the famous leaning tower and Cathedral
  • Cinque Terre: Travel by train and boat to enjoy time in one of the five charming fishing villages that comprise the Cinque Terre.
  • Venice: Drift through the canals by gondola accompanied by musicians: see St. Mark’s Basilica and the Bridge of Sighs.



Playgrounds of Europe (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: G600 Insight Tours - Playgrounds of Europe (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $5,325.00
12 Days
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Follow the trail of mega-yachts, luxury villas, designer stores and chic cafés from the glistening lakes of Italy to the glamour of the French Riviera. One minute you’re spirited away for dinner by private launch in Venice, the other you’re hobnobbing with the haut monde in St Moritz or calling in, by boat, to the resort of Portofino. Tour Pace: Perfectly paced from Como’s lakeside lattés to the allure of the Côte d’Azur. Savour your hotels’ exquisite facilities and warm hospitality with later morning starts. The heady mix of luxury coach, trains, boat cruises and water taxi only add to the glamour, leaving you plenty of time for the exclusive boutiques of some of Europe’s most fashionable resorts. Hotels: The luxury 5 stars Hotel San Clemente, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, is set on a private island whose origins date back to the time of La Serenissima. The historic Grand Hotel Principe di Piemonte is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World and the Great Hotels of the World


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • Get to know your Tour Director and fellow guests over a Welcome Reception including a light meal (WR)
  • Cruise by private launch to a historic restaurant tucked in behind St Mark’s Square for a highlight dinner with wine (HD)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration dinner with wine at a delightful restaurant on the Côte d’Azur. (CD)
  • 10 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three course dinners with choice (D).


Insight Tours: Gold Services


  • Escorted by your ‘Personal Concierge’, an Insight professional Tour Director; and accompanied by expert local guides where appropriate.
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom.
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 1 and Day 11.



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Milan: See the Gothic Milan Cathedral and La Scala Theatre, with ample time for shopping
  • Lake Como: Visit the town of Como, dominated by its marble cathedral. Drive past beautiful villas and resort villages.
  • St Moritz: Board the panoramic viewing carriages of the Bernina Express for one of Europe’s outstanding train journeys.
  • Venice: Drift through the canals accompanied by musicians on a gondola serenade; See St Mark’s Basilica and the Bridge of Sighs. Witness a Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Florence: Marvel at Michelangelo’s original statue of David in the Academy of Fine Arts; see the marble Cathedral, Giotto’s belltower, the ‘Gates of Paradise’, Piazza Santa Croce and the open-air gallery of Signoria Square.
  • Tuscany: Travel through the famous Chianti vineyards and taste some of the local wine.
  • Pisa: See the famous leaning tower and Cathedral
  • Portofino: Take a short cruise along the Ligurian coast to the exclusive and elegant village of Portofino
  • Monaco: Drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit, walk through the old town to see the Royal Palace and visit the Cathedral.



Road to Rome - Start Paris (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E924 Insight Tours - Road to Rome - Start Paris (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,075.00
13 Days
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Proverbially, all roads lead to Rome, but this one includes grand views from the Eiffel Tower and Mount Pilatus, the atmospheric canals of Venice and the art of Renaissance Florence. Tour Pace: This classic tour is well paced with two-night stays in Paris, Lucerne, Venice, Florence and Rome. The travelling days are planned for your comfort with frequent rest stops. Hotels: Your hotels are mostly modern, such as the Londra in Florence. While in Venice your hotel is traditional, only meters away from St. Mark’s Square, having accommodated such luminaries as Richard Strauss and Winston Churchill.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in Venice on your Dine-Around evening (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine and entertainment at a lively local restaurant in Rome (CD)
  • 11 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available
  • Airport departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 12
  • (Should your flights not coincide with these departure transfers, please make your own way to Rome airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Vimy Ridge: An introduction to the tragic events of WWI at the Canadian War memorial.
  • Paris: See the Mona Lisa in the Louvre MuseumSee Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place de la Concorde & Opera House. Drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Enjoy an exhilarating ride by cog-wheel train and cable-car to the summit of Mount Pilatus.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Venice: Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s BasilicaEnjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canalsVenetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Florence: Visit the Academy Gallery to admire the original “Statue of David”. See the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ on the Baptistery and Signoria Square.
  • Tuscany: Enjoy a short tutorial about Chianti wines.
  • Orvieto: Visit the pleasant Umbrian hilltop town.
  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and St Peters Basilica in the Vatican City. Ancient Rome comes alive as you overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum.
  • Scenic Drives: Arlberg, Inn Valley, Tauern Mountains



Road to Rome (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E924 Insight Tours - Road to Rome (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,525.00
15 Days
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Proverbially, all roads lead to Rome, but this one includes grand views from the Eiffel Tower and Mount Pilatus, the atmospheric canals of Venice and the art of Renaissance Florence. Tour Pace: This classic tour is well paced with two-night stays in Paris, Lucerne, Venice, Florence and Rome. The travelling days are planned for your comfort with frequent rest stops. Hotels: Your hotels are mostly modern, such as the Londra in Florence. While in Venice your hotel is traditional, only meters away from St. Mark’s Square, having accommodated such luminaries as Richard Strauss and Winston Churchill.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in Venice on your Dine-Around evening (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine and entertainment at a lively local restaurant in Rome (CD)
  • 1Continental Breakfast & 12 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 12
  • (Should your flights not coincide with these departure transfers, please make your own way to Rome airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Vimy Ridge: An introduction to the tragic events of WWI at the Canadian War memorial.
  • Paris: See the Mona Lisa in the Louvre MuseumSee Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place de la Concorde & Opera House. Drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Enjoy an exhilarating ride by cog-wheel train and cable-car to the summit of Mount Pilatus.
  • Innsbruck: See the Golden Roof and Imperial Palace.
  • Salzburg: Walk through the Mirabell Gardens with a guide, see Mozart’s Birthplace and the Cathedral.
  • Venice: Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s BasilicaEnjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canalsVenetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Florence: Visit the Academy Gallery to admire the original “Statue of David”. See the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ on the Baptistery and Signoria Square.
  • Tuscany: Enjoy a short tutorial about Chianti wines.
  • Orvieto: Visit the pleasant Umbrian hilltop town.
  • Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and St Peters Basilica in the Vatican City. Ancient Rome comes alive as you overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum.
  • Scenic Drives: Arlberg, Inn Valley, Tauern Mountains
  • London: See Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on your London sightseeing tour



Romantic European - Start Brussels (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E912 Insight Tours - Romantic European - Start Brussels (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $6,025.00
21 Days
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Your love affair begins in Bruges. Unleash your spirit of adventure in Prague. Fall under Vienna’s spell, before being swept off your feet in Venice. Tour Pace: This is a well paced tour with two night stays in the eight key cities, allowing time for sightseeing, exploration at your own pace or optional excursions. Travelling days are well planned with plenty of stops for refreshment and photo opportunities. Hotels: An excellent selection of modern and traditional hotels including the impressive Corinthia Grand Hotel in Budapest and the Vienna Hilton Plaza. For location, Venice’s Cavalletto E Doge Orseolo, is only metres from St Mark’s Square.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Lucerne (DA)
  • Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine at a Parisian bistro (CD)
  • 19 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 5 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Bruges: Visit one of Europe’s best preserved medieval towns.
  • Brussels: Visit the Grand Place and see the Mannekin Pis.
  • Amsterdam: See Dam Square, the Royal Palace and Mint Tower. Visit the fishing village of Volendam. Witness diamond cutting and demonstrations of clog and cheese-making.
  • Boppard: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Würzburg: See the Marienberg Fortress and Old Bridge.
  • Nuremberg: See the old dwellings and town ramparts.
  • Prague: Visit St Vitus Cathedral and see the Astronomical Clock.
  • Bratislava:. Free time to explore the old town
  • Budapest: Visit Matthias Church and the Fisherman’s Bastion, then drive down Andrassy boulevard to Heroes’ Square.
  • Vienna: Visit Schönbrunn Palace with a local guide. See the Parliament, Winter Palace and Opera House.
  • Venice: See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canals. Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Rome: Tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City. Ancient Rome comes alive as you overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum.
  • Florence: Visit Piazzale Michelangelo for views over Florence. View the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and Signoria Square. See the tombs of Galileo and Michelangelo in Santa Croce Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: Visit to the Louvre Museum. See Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place de la Concorde, Opera House, Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.



Romantic European (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E912 Insight Tours - Romantic European (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $6,475.00
23 Days
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Your love affair begins in Bruges. Unleash your spirit of adventure in Prague. Fall under Vienna’s spell, before being swept off your feet in Venice. Tour Pace: This is a well paced tour with two night stays in the eight key cities, allowing time for sightseeing, exploration at your own pace or optional excursions. Travelling days are well planned with plenty of stops for refreshment and photo opportunities. Hotels: An excellent selection of modern and traditional hotels including the impressive Corinthia Grand Hotel in Budapest and the Vienna Hilton Plaza. For location, Venice’s Cavalletto E Doge Orseolo, is only metres from St Mark’s Square.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Lucerne (DA)
  • Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with wine at a Parisian bistro (CD)
  • 1 Continental Breakfast & 20 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 5 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • London Airport transfer service available



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Brussels: Visit the Grand Place and see the Mannekin Pis.
  • Amsterdam: See Dam Square, the Royal Palace and Mint Tower. Visit the fishing village of Volendam. Witness diamond cutting and demonstrations of clog and cheese-making.
  • Boppard: Embark on a Rhine cruise past vineyards and castles.
  • Würzburg: See the Marienberg Fortress and Old Bridge.
  • Nuremberg: See the old dwellings and town ramparts.
  • Prague: Visit St Vitus Cathedral and see the Astronomical Clock.
  • Bratislava:. Free time to explore the old town
  • Budapest: Visit Matthias Church and the Fisherman’s Bastion, then drive down Andrassy boulevard to Heroes’ Square.
  • Vienna: Visit Schönbrunn Palace with a local guide. See the Parliament, Winter Palace and Opera House.
  • Venice: See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s Basilica. Enjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canals. Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Rome: Tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City. Ancient Rome comes alive as you overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum.
  • Florence: Visit Piazzale Michelangelo for views over Florence. View the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and Signoria Square. See the tombs of Galileo and Michelangelo in Santa Croce Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Cog-wheel train and cable-car ride to the top of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: Visit to the Louvre Museum. See Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place de la Concorde, Opera House, Champs Elysées, Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • London: See Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace on your London sightseeing tour



Rome to London (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E925 Insight Tours - Rome to London (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $3,350.00
10 Days
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If you had to define Europe by just a handful of cities and sightseeing experiences, then look no further than this tour. This is your classic European itinerary. Tour Pace: This dynamic tour showcases the historic and cultural variety of Europe in nine fabulous days. It’s vibrant, lively and feature packed. The historical centres of Florence, Rome and Venice means much of the sightseeing is done on foot, but afternoons are generally at leisure for you to explore at your own pace. Hotels: Your hotels are mostly modern in style, with the exception being the elegant Excelsior on the Venice Lido, which, over the years, has housed film stars and nobility. The Crown Plaza St Peters has a beautiful garden setting near the Vatican, while the upscale Pullman Montparnasse is located in the heart of the historical, commercial and cultural Left Bank district of Paris.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Choose from a selection of restaurants in Lucerne on your Dine-Around evening (DA)
  • Enjoy an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner with wine in a Parisian restaurant (CD)
  • 8 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 1 three-course table d’hôte Dinner plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival transfers at scheduled times on Day 1(Should your flights not coincide with these arrival transfers, please make your own way from Rome airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Ancient Rome comes alive as you visit the Colosseum and overlook the Forum. Enjoy a private guided tour of the Vatican Museums, St Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.
  • Tuscany: Enjoy a short tutorial about Chianti wines.
  • Florence: Walk with your guide to see the Cathedral, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and open-air gallery of Signoria Square.
  • Venice: Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St Mark’s BasilicaEnjoy a gondola serenade along the atmospheric canalsVenetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Lucerne: See Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument & Jesuit Church.Enjoy an exhilarating ride by cog-wheel train and cable-car to the summit of Mount Pilatus.
  • Paris: See the Mona Lisa on your tour of one of the world’s best known art collections at the Louvre MuseumSee Notre Dame Cathedral, the Place de la Concorde & Opera House. Drive along the Champs Elysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for views over the city.
  • Scenic Drives: The Apennines, St Gotthard and Swiss Alps



Select - London, Paris and Rome (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: S969 Insight Tours - Select - London, Paris and Rome (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $2,450.00
11 Days
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Your Vacation: Ideal for the independent minded traveller who wants to spend quality time in three of Europe’s most renowned capital cities. A comprehensive panoramic sightseeing tour of each city is included to introduce you to the famous sights and attractions, followed by ample time to explore at your leisure. Your Hotels: Thistle Marble Arch is a classic art deco hotel overlooking the shops of Oxford Street and Marble Arch, with the West End theatre district only a short walk away. The first-class Pullman Paris Bercy hotel is at the heart of the Bercy Village pedestrian complex. A stone’s throw from the Grande Bibliothèque, the Bastille and Marais districts. The Hotel Cicerone is an four star Hotel in Rome’s city centre offering luxury accommodation and extensive services.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • Welcome Drink Reception (WR)
  • 9 delicious cooked breakfasts (B)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • 9 nights in First Class hotels in a central locations
  • All hotel service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Personal Concierge service at your hotel
  • Destination Briefing
  • Special document wallet Insight Traveller Welcome pack and city maps
  • Eurostar from London to Paris
  • Flight from Paris to Rome
  • All transfers, days 5, 8 & 11 (per itinerary)




Select - Paris and Rome (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: S970 Insight Tours - Select - Paris and Rome (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $1,575.00
8 Days
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Your Vacation: Be seduced by romantic Paris and then taken back to ancient times in Rome. If shopping is your thing, then neither of these cities will disappoint - and the same can be said of the mouth watering cuisine! The short, convenient flight ensures your time in the capitals is not diminished, so you won’t miss out on a thing. Your Hotels: The first-class Pullman Paris Bercy hotel is at the heart of the Bercy Village pedestrian complex. A stone’s throw from the Grande Bibliothèque, the Bastille and Marais districts. The Hotel Cicerone is an four star Hotel in Rome’s city centre offering luxury accommodation and extensive services. Included Features: Paris: Enjoy an orientation tour seeing Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Palace, Garnier’s Opera House, Place de la Concorde, Champs Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower. Rome: Enjoy an orientation tour seeing St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, the Colosseum, Victor Emmanuel II Monument and drive by the Circus Maximus and Roman Forum.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • Welcome Drink Reception (WR)
  • 6 delicious cooked breakfasts (B)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • 6 nights in First Class hotels in a central locations
  • Destination Briefing
  • All hotel service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Personal Concierge service throughout
  • Special document wallet Insight Traveller Welcome pack and city maps
  • Flight from Paris to Rome
  • All transfers, days 2, 5 & 8 (per itinerary)




Select - Rome (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: S695 Insight Tours - Select - Rome (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $1,125.00
7 Days
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Your Vacation: Rome is one of the world’s most historic cities, filled with classical antiquities, medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and baroque churches! These six days in the Italian capital is a dream holiday in itself, or combine it with a local Insight escorted itinerary for a comprehensive tour of Italy Your Hotels: The Hotel Cicerone is an four star Hotel in Rome’s city centre offering luxury accommodation and extensive services. Perhaps dine in their gourmet restaurant, enjoy a drink in the cocktail bar or one of the exclusive wine bars in the neighbourhood. Included Features: Rome: Enjoy an orientation tour seeing St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, the Colosseum, Victor Emmanuel II Monument and drive by the Circus Maximus and Roman Forum.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • Welcome Drink Reception (WR)
  • 5 delicious cooked breakfasts (B)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • 5 nights in a First Class hotel in a central location
  • All hotel service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Personal Concierge service at your hotel
  • Destination Briefing
  • Special document wallet Insight Traveller Welcome pack and city map
  • Airport transfers on Days 2 & 7 (per itinerary)




Sicily in Depth (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E934 Insight Tours - Sicily in Depth (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $2,085.00
9 Days
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Experience the unique legacy of the Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Saracens, Normans, crusading Knights of St. John, the Bourbons, Ottoman Turks and even the Mafia! Tour Pace: This tour operates at a reasonable pace. Sicily is remarkably compact and the driving distances are short. Hotels: If you want to wind down after the tour then the relaxing three night extension on Malta is highly recommended. The Best Western Ai Cavalieri lies on a quiet Piazza, within walking distance of Palermo’s main sights. The Colleverde is ideally located for the visit to Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, while the Villa Esperia is only 100 metres from the cable cars that take you into Taormina’s picturesque historic centre.On Malta you are locally hosted, so Valletta’s Grand Excelsior has been selected for its facilities and convenient location.


Included Quality Dining


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Palermo (DA)
  • Enjoy wine and good cheer at your end-of-tour Celebration Dinner in Catania. (CD)
  • 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 1 three-course table d’hôte Dinner, plus tea or coffee (D)


Included First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 9. (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Included Premium Highlights


  • Taormina: Visit the Greek Theatre with views of Mt. Etna. Visit the courtyard of Palazzo Corvaja, seat of the first Sicilian parliament, and stroll along Corso Umberto to Piazza IX Aprile.
  • Cefalu: Visit the Cathedral and walk down to the medieval stone fountain in the old fishermen’s quarter.
  • Palermo: See Teatro Massimo, Quattro Canti Square, Fontana Pretoria and Palermo Cathedral.
  • Monreale: Witness the dazzling mosaics, paintings and multi-coloured marble of the Cathedral.
  • Erice: Explore the quiet alleys of this ancient walled town
  • Trapani Salt Marshes: Stop at one of the restored windmills and learn about the ancient process of salt extraction.
  • Marsala: Visit a family run cellar and taste the Sicilian wine.
  • Agrigento: Enjoy a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples.
  • Ragusa: See the famous Baroque buildings and churches.
  • Syracuse: A guided visit to Syracuse’s archaeological area including the Greek theatre and Paradise Quarry. Explore the ancient streets and delightful squares of Ortygia.



Sicily in Depth with Malta Option (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: T934 Insight Tours - Sicily in Depth with Malta Option (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $2,920.00
12 Days
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Experience the unique legacy of the Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Saracens, Normans, crusading Knights of St. John, the Bourbons, Ottoman Turks and even the Mafia! Tour Pace: This tour operates at a reasonable pace. Sicily is remarkably compact and the driving distances are short. Hotels: If you want to wind down after the tour then the relaxing three night extension on Malta is highly recommended. The Best Western Ai Cavalieri lies on a quiet Piazza, within walking distance of Palermo’s main sights. The Colleverde is ideally located for the visit to Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, while the Villa Esperia is only 100 metres from the cable cars that take you into Taormina’s picturesque historic centre.On Malta you are locally hosted, so Valletta’s Grand Excelsior has been selected for its facilities and convenient location.


Included Quality Dining


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Palermo (DA)
  • Enjoy wine and good cheer at your end-of-tour Celebration Dinner in Catania. (CD)
  • 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 1 three-course table d’hôte Dinner, plus tea or coffee (D)


Included First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 12. (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Included Premium Highlights


  • Taormina: Visit the Greek Theatre with views of Mt. Etna. Visit the courtyard of Palazzo Corvaja, seat of the first Sicilian parliament, and stroll along Corso Umberto to Piazza IX Aprile.
  • Cefalu: Visit the Cathedral and walk down to the medieval stone fountain in the old fishermen’s quarter.
  • Palermo: See Teatro Massimo, Quattro Canti Square, Fontana Pretoria and Palermo Cathedral.
  • Monreale: Witness the dazzling mosaics, paintings and multi-coloured marble of the Cathedral.
  • Erice: Explore the quiet alleys of this ancient walled town
  • Trapani Salt Marshes: Stop at one of the restored windmills and learn about the ancient process of salt extraction.
  • Marsala: Visit a family run cellar and taste the Sicilian wine.
  • Agrigento: Enjoy a guided tour of the Valley of the Temples.
  • Ragusa: See the famous Baroque buildings and churches.
  • Syracuse: A guided visit to Syracuse’s archaeological area including the Greek theatre and Paradise Quarry. Explore the ancient streets and delightful squares of Ortygia.



Treasures of Italy (2012/13) with Insight Vacations


Insight Tour Code: E980 Insight Tours - Treasures of Italy (2012/13) - Tour Map Land Price From: $4,085.00
12 Days
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This tour certainly ticks a lot of boxes! Historic cities, idyllic fishing villages, islands, lakes, canals, a wealth of art and heritage buildings, not to mention the fabulous food, all complemented by a backdrop of breathtaking scenery. Tour Pace: This tour moderately paced - expertly planned with just the right combination of touring, sightseeing and leisure time. Use the free time to relax and soak up the atmosphere or, if you wish, add optional components to maximise your time in Italy. Hotels: The long list of prestigious hotels on this tour starts with the two properties in the historic center of Rome. Move on to the Isle of Dreams where you will stay in elegant and luxurious surroundings. Finish at the Excelsior on Venice Lido which has housed such luminaries as Errol Flynn and Winston Churchill.


Insight Tours: Dining Highlights


  • A Welcome Reception with light meal (WR)
  • Dine-Around evening at your own choice of restaurant from our selection in Capri (DA)
  • Stop in Verona for an authentic two-course Highlight lunch including a glass of wine. (HL)
  • Celebration Dinner of local cuisine and wine in Venice (CD)
  • 10 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 three-course table d’hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Insight Tours: First Class Services


  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director
  • Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours
  • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom
  • Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage
  • Insight Traveller Welcome pack
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times on Day 2 and Day 12 (Should your flights not coincide with these transfers, please make your own way to/from the airport)



Insight Tours: Highlights


  • Rome: Tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica. Visit the Colosseum and see the Forum.
  • Pompeii: Tour the excavations of this buried Roman resort.
  • Capri: Transfer to hotel by open top taxi (weather permitting) and funicular railway. Join a sightseeing tour to Capri town and enjoy a scenic chairlift to the summit of Monte Solaro.
  • Florence: Admire Michelangelo’s original ‘Statue of David’ in the Academy Gallery. See the Cathedral, bell tower, ‘Gates of Paradise’ and visit the ‘open air gallery’ of Signoria Square.Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration
  • Cinque Terre: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Portofino: Get a taste of the ‘sweet life’ in this most elegant of fishing villages.
  • Italian Lakes: Join us in the social ritual of ‘La Passeggiata’.
  • Verona: See the Roman Arena and Juliet’s balcony.
  • Venice: Drift through the canals on a gondola serenade. Cruise, with commentary, to St Mark’s Square. See the Bridge of Sighs, Doges’ Palace and St Mark’s Basilica.Venetian glass-blowing demonstration.
  • Scenic Drives: Italian Riviera, Apennine Mountains.



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