European Explorer Start Amsterdam (201213)
A 21-Day Insight Tours tour starting from $6,285
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| Tour Code: | E913U407 |
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See DescriptionAmsterdam: 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 demonstrationPisa: 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.
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.
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Board your overnight flight (not included).
Day 2: AMSTERDAM
On arrival, enjoy a Welcome Reception with drink and a light meal, followed by time to relax and explore. Schiphol Airport arrival transfers operate at 09:00, 11:00 and 14:30.(Welcome Reception)
Day 3: AMSTERDAM SIGHTSEEING
Cross Dam Square and pass the Royal Palace to see diamonds being cut and polished. Later, choose between an afternoon at leisure to visit the Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House, or join us on an included drive through typical Dutch countryside to Volendam.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 4: AMSTERDAM – RHINE CRUISE – MAINZ
Head past Arnhem famed for its ‘Bridge Too Far’. Stop in the wine village of Boppard which was founded by the Romans, before joining a highlight cruise on the finest stretch of the Rhine before reaching your Mainz hotel.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 5: MAINZ – ROTHENBURG – WÜRZBURG
Walk through Heidelberg’s Old Town and see the castle before travelling to medieval Rothenburg. Admire the old houses, towers and gateways dating from the 14C. Tonight, in one of Europe’s most beautiful castle hotels, you are treated to regional cuisine, wine and warm-hearted hospitality.(Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Day 6: WÜRZBURG – MUNICH – SALZBURG
South along the Romantic Road to Munich where an orientation tour shows you the Olympic Stadium, Town Hall and Marienplatz. Enjoy free time for a Bavarian beer before arriving in Salzburg, city of Mozart.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 7: SALZBURG – VIENNA
Walk through the Mirabell Gardens on your guided city tour. Enjoy fine views of the Hohensalzburg Fortress before viewing Mozart’s birthplace on the Getreidegasse and the Cathedral in the old town. After some time to explore, continue past Mondsee Lake and along the Danube Valley to Vienna.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 8: VIENNA SIGHTSEEING
Visit the State Apartments of Schönbrunn Palace, Maria Theresa’s summer palace. On a guided city tour, see the Winter Palace, Parliament and Opera House along the Ring Road.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 9: VIENNA – VENICE
Cross the Semmering Pass and continue south past enchanting lakes and wooded countryside. Travel through the Carinthian Lake District into Italy. Follow mountain valleys down to the Veneto Plain on your way to your hotel on the Venice Lido.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 10: VENICE SIGHTSEEING
Cruise to St.Mark’s Square and alight to see the Bridge of Sighs which connects the Doges’ Palace to the prisons. In the square, see the bell tower and the beautiful mosaics of St. Mark’s Basilica. After a demonstration of Venetian glass blowing, board a gondola for a serenade through the romantic canals accompanied by musicians. The afternoon is at leisure.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 11: VENICE – ROME
Cross the Apennine Mountains into the Tuscan Hills. En route, hear an informative tutorial about the famous Chianti wines that make this region so famous. Continue along the course of the Tiber to the ‘Eternal City’ of Rome.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 12: ROME SIGHTSEEING
With your local guide, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Next door, tour St Peter’s Basilica, seeing Michelangelo’s Pieta. Cross the Tiber to visit the Colosseum and see the Forum. There is time in the afternoon to relax or explore.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 13: ROME – FLORENCE
Classic Tuscan scenery surrounds you on your way to Florence. With a local guide, visit the Academy Gallery to admire Michelangelo’s Statue of David. Then view the Cathedral, Gates of Paradise, Giotto’s Campanile, the open air gallery of Piazza Signoria, and Santa Croce Basilica. After a leatherwork demonstration, there’s time at leisure to explore or shop.(Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 14: FLORENCE AT LEISURE
A whole day to explore this glorious city, treasure-house of the Italian Renaissance.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 15: FLORENCE – PISA – MONACO – NICE
Lend your support to the Leaning Tower of Pisa before following the Italian Riviera coast to France. Stop in Monaco to see its harbour, Monte Carlo Casino and drive along part of the Grand Prix circuit before continuing to elegant Nice.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 16: NICE AT LEISURE
Enjoy a whole day at leisure on the Cote d’Azur. Stroll along the Promenade des Anglais, or try the refreshing local rosé wine and an original salade nicoise in the Old Town.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 17: NICE – LUCERNE
Visit a French perfumery in the village of Eze before passing through the Italian Lake District en route to Switzerland. See stunning Swiss Alpine scenery on the way to lovely lake side Lucerne.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 18: LUCERNE SIGHTSEEING
Ascend by cog-wheel railway to the summit of Mount Pilatus for stunning 360 degree views of the Swiss Alps. Later, back in Lucerne, see the emotive Lion Monument, Jesuit Church and Chapel Bridge before spending your free time shopping or relaxing. Tonight, enjoy a selection of ambience and local cuisine offered on your Dine-Around evening.(Buffet Breakfast / Dine Around)
Day 19: LUCERNE – PARIS
Cross the French border at Basel and continue through Alsace farmlands to the Burgundy wine region. Your destination is the glittering French capital of Paris. This evening enjoy good food, wine and company at an end-of-tour Celebration Dinner in a Parisian bistro.(Buffet Breakfast / Celebration Dinner)
Day 20: PARIS SIGHTSEEING
Drive via Notre Dame Cathedral for a private tour of the Louvre Museum. See the Mona Lisa and many more priceless works amassed over the ages by the Kings of France. Sightseeing continues to Place de la Concorde for drive along the grand Champs Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe. Now survey the city from the heights of the Eiffel Tower. The afternoon is at leisure.(Buffet Breakfast)
Day 21: RETURN TO USA
Transfers arriving at Paris’ Charles de Gaulle Airport at 08:00 and 11:00.(Buffet Breakfast)
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)
INCLUDED FIRST CLASS SERVICES
Escorted by a professional Tour DirectorHeadsets for all guided visits and walking toursEnjoy the unique comfort of Insight’s Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroomInsight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterageInsight Traveller Welcome packLondon Airport transfer service available
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Insight Vacations has a few seats available on selected Definite Departures and is offering them at reduced prices. Combine these land prices with Insight's air deals for a great value-for-money holiday package. Plus, further discounts apply!
Please note: To get these special rates, please reference the trip's 'PROMO CODE' at the time of booking.
USA & Canada - Expires 31st May
| Tour Name | Tour Duration | Departing | Was | Now | Savings | Promo Code |
| Hawaiian Dreams with Kauai (GOLD) | 12 Days | 18 Aug | $4595 | $4135 | $460 | PPWOW193 |
| Hawaiian Dreams (GOLD | 10 Days | 18 Aug | $3750 | $3375 | $375 | PPWOW194 |
| Hawaiian Dreams with Kauai (GOLD) | 12 Days | 14 Jul | $4595 | $4135 | $460 | PPWOW195 |
| Hawaiian Dreams (GOLD | 10 Days | 14 Jul | $3750 | $3375 | $375 | PPWOW196 |
| Enchanting Canyonlands | 07 Days | 23 Jun | $1975 | $1777 | $198 | PPWOW198 |
| Enchanting Canyonlands | 07 Days | 14 Jul | $1975 | $1777 | $198 | PPWOW199 |
| Enchanting Canyonlands | 07 Days | 21 Jul | $1975 | $1777 | $198 | PPWOW200 |
| Enchanting Canyonlands | 07 Days | 28 Jul | $1975 | $1777 | $198 | PPWOW201 |
| Capitals of Eastern Canada | 07 Days | 01 Jul | $1799 | $1619 | $180 | PPWOW202 |
| Best of Eastern Canada and USA | 16 Days | 24 Jun | $4175 | $3757 | $418 | PPWOW208 |
| Best of Eastern Canada and USA | 16 Days | 08 Jul | $4175 | $3757 | $418 | PPWOW209 |
| Cities of the East Coast (GOLD) | 08 Days | 23 Jun | $2499 | $2249 | $250 | PPWOW210 |
| Cities of the East Coast (GOLD) | 08 Days | 28 Jul | $2499 | $2249 | $250 | PPWOW211 |
| Americas Magnificent National Parks | 16 Days | 30 Jun | $4150 | $3735 | $415 | PPWOW213 |
| Americas Magnificent National Parks | 16 Days | 14 Jul | $4150 | $3735 | $415 | PPWOW214 |
| Americas Magnificent National Parks | 16 Days | 28 Jul | $4150 | $3735 | $415 | PPWOW215 |
| Wonders of the American West | 10 Days | 14 Jul | $2695 | $2425 | $270 | PPWOW217 |
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2012 USA SALE - SAVINGS OF UP TO $600
Save up to $300 per person on select 2012 Insight Vacations USA itineraries
| Tour Name | Tour Duration | Departing | Was | Now | Saving | Promo Code |
| American Parks Trail | 10 | May 13, 27 | $2525 | $2325 | $200 | 12USSALE1 |
| Best of California | 9 | Jul 20 | $2595 | $2395 | $200 | 12USSALE2 |
| Best of Eastern Canada & USA | 16 | May 27 | $4175 | $3875 | $300 | 12USSALE3 |
| Capitals of Eastern Canada | 7 | Jul 8 | $1799 | $1599 | $200 | 12USSALE4 |
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Coastal New England and Canada’s Maritimes |
13 |
Jun 29, Jul 13 |
$3525 | $3225 | $300 | 12USSALE5 |
| Enchanting Canyonlands | 7 |
May 19, Jun 16 & 30, Jul 21 & 28 |
$1975 | $1775 | $200 | 12USSALE6 |
| Grand Canadian Rockies | 13 | May 28 | $6275 | $5975 | $300 | 12USSALE7 |
| Great Western American Adventure | 15 | Jul 20 | $4350 | $4050 | $300 | 12USSALE8 |
| Hawaiian Dreams | 10 | Jun 16 | $3750 | $3450 | $300 | 12USSALE9 |
| Hawaiian Dreams with Kauai | 12 | Jun 16 | $4595 | $4295 | $300 | 12USSALE10 |
| Maritimes Landscapes | 8 | Jul 2, 16 | $2375 | $2175 | $200 | 12USSALE11 |
| Southwest Discovery | 11 |
May 11, Jun 15 |
$2535 | $2335 | $200 | 12USSALE12 |
Terms and Conditions: Price is in American dollars and is per person, land only, based on double occupancy. For new bookings only made after March 31, 2012 on departures listed above for 2012 travel. Subject to availability. Excludes Early Payment Discount and any other promotional offer. Please note if the booking is made within 45 days from the departure date full Payment will be due at the time of booking. No bookings may be made after June 26th, 2012. Other conditions apply.
SAVE Up To $700 On 2012 Insight Europe Tours
SAVE UP TO $700 ON 2012 INSIGHT EUROPE TOURS
AIR-INCLUSIVE DEPARTURE: Save up to $700 per couple on Insight Gold, and $500 per couple on Premium Europe tours.
LAND-ONLY DEPARTURE: Save up to $500 per couple on Insight Gold, and $300 per couple on Premium Europe tours.
BOOKING WINDOW: March 31st - June 28th, 2012
TRAVEL WINDOW: April 15th - October 25th, 2012
Terms and Conditions: Booking and full payment for entire vacation package must be made by June 28, 2012. Offer is valid for new bookings made from March 31, 2012 through June 28, 2012. Travel must begin between April 15, 2012 and October 25, 2012. Offers valid on any airline. Offers not valid to Egypt, Turkey, Morocco, Jordan, Israel, Select Choices, or any tours with train and tours with cruise. Save $700 ($350pp) offer valid only on air-inclusive Insight Gold Europe tours; Save $500 ($250pp) air offer valid only on air-inclusive Premium Europe tours. Normal name change policy applies. Fuel surcharges, taxes and fees are included in quoted rate. Once payment is received, air tickets are non-refundable. Save $500 ($250pp) land offer valid on land-only Insight Gold departures; Save $300 ($150pp) land offer valid on land-only Premium Europe departures only. Offers are combinable with brochure discounts found in our 2012 Premium Europe & Britain brochures except Early Payment Discounts. Offers are not combinable with Hot Deals or each other. Offers may be withdrawn at any time and are subject to availability. Valid for new Scheduled Group bookings subject to promo payment conditions are met. Please call for details. CST No. 20687545-20
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BOOKING WINDOW: April 16, 2012 - July 12, 2012
TRAVEL WINDOW: November 1, 2012 - March 31, 2013
Terms and Conditions: $300 per couple savings ($150 per person) valid when booking and deposit (plus applicable insurance) for vacation package is made by July 12, 2012. Offer valid for new bookings made on Winter Europe brochure vacations from April 16, 2012 through July 12, 2012. Travel must begin between November 1, 2012 and March 31, 2013. Offer not valid to Greece, Egypt, Turkey, Jordan, Israel, Select Choices, and tours with cruise inclusions. Promotion is combinable with brochure discounts found in Insight Vacations’ 2012/13 Winter Europe brochure except Early Payment Discounts. Offer may be withdrawn at any time and subject to availability. Valid for new Scheduled Group bookings subject to promo payment conditions being met. Offer ends July 12, 2012. Please call for details. CST No. 20687545-20
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