|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| About This Tour | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Eastern Mediterranean THE INSIGHT SIGHTSEEING EXPERIENCE - THE TIME, THE PLACE, THE MOMENT You alight from your coach and come face to face with one of the most awesome sights on Earth, the mighty Pyramids and Sphinx and it takes your breath away. Before you, lies the ancient world of the pharaohs immortalised in epic Hollywood movies. You share the excitement with your small group of fellow travellers - but for this moment it feels as though these wonders are yours alone. Then, with perfect timing, your Tour Director announces it’s time to embark on the next exciting chapter of your journey of discovery. This is the art of touring at its best. This is an Insight Vacation. MV Tosca - simply the finest in its class on the Nile Service from Start to Finish - Insight is one of the most experienced and respected tour operators in the Eastern Mediterranean region, so let us introduce you to its wonders and ancient history. For your comfort and convenience, our on-site regional managers and staff will arrange include complimentary arrival and departure transfers between the airport and your tour hotel no matter when you land. Insight has secured some of the very best touring hotels and cruise vessels available in order to ensure a memorable experience. While Government grading and standards of accommodation and cruise ships can be very different from the rest of Europe or the Caribbean you can be sure our planning and expertise will help you have a fabulous and memorable experience! Experts in Every Field - The expertise and vast experience of Insight’s Tour Directors and the knowledge of Insight’s local guides will ensure a truly rewarding journey through these fascinating lands. They will keep you fully informed if irregular changes need to be made to itineraries to accommodate events such as religious festivals. Cruise in Comfort - Insight uses the mid-sized Louis Lines ships around the Aegean and Greek islands, and carefully selected vessels on the River Nile. All have sun decks with plunge pools, cabaret entertainment and al fresco dining options will be at your fingertips as you watch the wonders of the ancient world glide by. New for 2009 - we introduce the MV Tosca on our three Elegance itineraries in Egypt - true 5 star luxury and the finest product in its class! Expanded for 2009. Now you can enjoy small-ship Aegean cruising experiences on Insight's two 'Elegance' vacations in Greece. Our superb Mega Yachts, Harmony G and Harmony V are the last word in comfort and small-ship style with a high staff ratio to Insight guests. This is the nearest you’ll get to cruising aboard an intimate private charter and there’s no better, way to discover the beautiful, more remote Greek Islands than this. 12 DAYS ~ TOUR & CRUISE DAY 1 – DEPART USA. Overnight flight. DAY 2 – ATHENS AT LEISURE. Welcome to Greece! You are met at the airport and transferred to your tour hotel. Tonight join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Drink. Hotel: Metropolitan. DAY 3 – ATHENS SIGHTSEEING. Your sightseeing tour this morning includes a visit to the Acropolis to admire the Parthenon. Then see the Temple of Zeus, Temple of the Wingless Victory and Hadrian’s Arch. (BB) DAY 4 – CRUISING. Spend the day at leisure. Later, board your
cruise ship. DAY 5 – CRUISING – ISTANBUL. Cruise through the Dardanelles to arrive early evening in the exotic Turkish city of Istanbul. (BB,L,D,S) DAY 6 – CRUISING – ISTANBUL. A full day to explore! As evening falls, cruise along the Bosphorus to start an overnight voyage. (BB,L,D,S) DAY 7 – CRUISING – MYKONOS. After a pleasant morning’s cruise, arrive at the pretty island of Mykonos, with its white washed windmills overlooking the harbour. After some time to explore you set sail again late evening. (BB,L,D,S) DAY 8 – CRUISING – KUSADASI. Arrive early at the island of Patmos, where St. John the Divine received his vision of the Apocalypse. Later, dock at the Turkish port of Kusadasi, - maybe visit ancient Ephesus? Tonight enjoy a Greek Evening and Dinner. (BB,L,HD,S) DAY 9 – CRUISING – RHODES. A whole day is set aside for you to explore Rhodes, the ‘Island of Roses’, at your leisure. Meet the Captain at dinner tonight. (BB,L,D,S) DAY 10 – CRUISING – SANTORINI. The morning is devoted to Heraklion on the island of Crete. Later, depart for Santorini, famous for its white cuboid houses and sheer cliffs. (BB,L,D,S) DAY 11 – ATHENS. Disembark and return to your Athens hotel for
time at leisure or perhaps a little shopping? DAY 12 – RETURN TO USA. There are transfers to the airport. (BB)
Eastern Mediterranean THE INSIGHT SIGHTSEEING EXPERIENCE - THE TIME, THE PLACE, THE MOMENT You alight from your coach and come face to face with one of the most awesome sights on Earth, the mighty Pyramids and Sphinx and it takes your breath away. Before you, lies the ancient world of the pharaohs immortalised in epic Hollywood movies. You share the excitement with your small group of fellow travellers - but for this moment it feels as though these wonders are yours alone. Then, with perfect timing, your Tour Director announces it’s time to embark on the next exciting chapter of your journey of discovery. This is the art of touring at its best. This is an Insight Vacation. MV Tosca - simply the finest in its class on the Nile Service from Start to Finish - Insight is one of the most experienced and respected tour operators in the Eastern Mediterranean region, so let us introduce you to its wonders and ancient history. For your comfort and convenience, our on-site regional managers and staff will arrange include complimentary arrival and departure transfers between the airport and your tour hotel no matter when you land. Insight has secured some of the very best touring hotels and cruise vessels available in order to ensure a memorable experience. While Government grading and standards of accommodation and cruise ships can be very different from the rest of Europe or the Caribbean you can be sure our planning and expertise will help you have a fabulous and memorable experience! Experts in Every Field - The expertise and vast experience of Insight’s Tour Directors and the knowledge of Insight’s local guides will ensure a truly rewarding journey through these fascinating lands. They will keep you fully informed if irregular changes need to be made to itineraries to accommodate events such as religious festivals. Cruise in Comfort - Insight uses the mid-sized Louis Lines ships around the Aegean and Greek islands, and carefully selected vessels on the River Nile. All have sun decks with plunge pools, cabaret entertainment and al fresco dining options will be at your fingertips as you watch the wonders of the ancient world glide by. New for 2009 - we introduce the MV Tosca on our three Elegance itineraries in Egypt - true 5 star luxury and the finest product in its class! Expanded for 2009. Now you can enjoy small-ship Aegean cruising experiences on Insight's two 'Elegance' vacations in Greece. Our superb Mega Yachts, Harmony G and Harmony V are the last word in comfort and small-ship style with a high staff ratio to Insight guests. This is the nearest you’ll get to cruising aboard an intimate private charter and there’s no better, way to discover the beautiful, more remote Greek Islands than this. CURRENT SPECIALS: Great Savings and Discounts EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNTS SAVE UP TO 10%: Insight sells its tours in many countries worldwide so the most popular tours fill very quickly. Don’t be disappointed, book early! You’ll be assured of the tours you want, andthe earlier you pay, the more you SAVE! Here’s how... Pay 4 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 2.5% Pay 7 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 5% Pay 10 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 7.5% Pay 12 months prior to tour departure date to SAVE 10% Tours must be paid in full for this discount to apply. Discounts apply to the land-only portion of your tour. Tour prices may change in future brochures. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.
FAMILY SAVINGS YOUNG TRAVELLERS SAVE 10% AGED 5-17 YEARS :Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers you the opportunity of sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren. This discount applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. Young Travellers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by an adult (limit of one Young Traveller Discount per room). On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveller must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.
GROUP DISCOUNTS 5 OR MORE – SAVE 5%: If a group of 5 to 8 people travel together a discount of 5% per person applies to the Land Only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends! SAVE $$$ FOR 9 OR MORE : If you have a group of 9 or more people travelling together on the same scheduled tour, then you automatically qualify for big savings! Your savings will be determined by the number of people travelling so ask call for details. You may also reserve a tour departure exclusively for your group! Some restrictions apply. Please contact our Groups Department 1-866-475-7023. These discounts cannot be combined with Frequent Traveller, Family Savings or Triple Room Discounts. To qualify, names of all passengers travelling must be advised to Insight at the time of booking. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises.
SINGLE TRAVELLER SAVING SAVE UP TO $2850 PER PERSON with Insight’s Room Mate Matching service Insight believes travelling solo should not cost you more! That’s why for people travelling alone on an Insight coach tour, we'll match you with someone of the same gender, so you don't have to pay the single room supplement. If we fail to match you, we'll provide a single room at no extra cost. Please note there is a no-smoking policy in all shared rooms. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise. 2. Does not apply to tours with River Cruises. 3. Does not apply to Irish Elegance.
TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNTS: When three people travel together and share one room, each of the three enjoys a discount off the tour price. See the Triple Room Reductions on the itinerary of your choice. This discount only applies to tours featuring the “Share a Triple Room” reduction on the itinerary pages. Note the third bed will, on occasions, be a foldaway.
FREQUENT TRAVELLER SAVING SAVE 5% OFF YOUR NEXT TOUR: Most first-time travellers go on vacation with Insight again and again. In recognition of our loyal customers, Insight now extends to all clients automatic membership into our Premier Plus Club, as well as a 5% Discount off the Land portion of their next Insight trip. Insight’s Premier Plus Club & 5% Discount is not available retroactively. Only one voucher is available per person, per tour, per year and only one voucher can be redeemed against each further tour booking. This discount cannot be combined with our Groups Discount. Exceptions: 1. Does not apply to additional accommodation, airfares or flight supplements, Easy Pace London & Countryside, Easy Pace London & Paris, Easy Pace London, Paris & Rome, Egypt tours, Israel tours, Jordan tours, the 3 Night Greek Island Cruise & Athens Extension, and Greek tours which include a Mediterranean cruise.
EXTRA TOUR DISCOUNTS SAVE $$$ON YOUR 2ND TOUR: Book two Insight vacations, each 7 days or longer and you will receive a reduction of 5%off the cheaper of the two tours. Both tours must be booked at the same time. This discount is per person.
COMPLIMENTARY TRANSFERS: Save up to $135 per couple on LONDON taxi fares
FREE LONDON RETURN : Passengers taking the 'Land only' option on our Discovery tours may return to London by Insight motorcoach at NO EXTRA CHARGE, instead of departing from Paris. Offer applies to the final day of the following Discovery tours: E920, E910, E933, E914, E912, E913, E916 & G916. Accommodations will be required, as arrival in London is late afternoon/early evening.
SMALL GROUPS ADVANTAGE : Many tour operators fill their tours with up to 53 passengers. This means more congestion and less leg room on the coach as seats are configured more closely. At Insight we have a maximum of only 40 guests per tour.
INSIGHT'S GUARANTEES PRICE GUARANTEE: With Insight, you don’t need to worry about currency fluctuations. Once we receive your full deposit, your land tour price is guaranteed and protected against any increases. (Excludes pre-registration for tours in future brochures and any imposed fuel surcharges or Government Taxes. TOUR GUARANTEE FOR LAND TRAVEL: To assist you when booking our airline offers and taking our great early payment savings, Insight has designated a large number of tours which we guarantee will operate on the scheduled date, unless circumstances occur beyond our control. Look for Tour Guarantee (TG symbol) on the itinerary of your choice indicating applicable dates. All other featured departures are planned to operate however, for operational reasons, may be subject to re- scheduling with at least 50 days notice (between May 1st & September 30th). |
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note: All prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability. These pages are not endorsed or supported by the tour operator in any way. All information presented is based on promotional material provided by the tour operator. All prices, itineraries, accommodations and dates are subject to change without notice and at any time by the tour operators. Availability is limited and must be reconfirmed at time of booking. The prices on this website are not guaranteed. We are not responsible for errors, omissions, or changes in pricing. Please call us toll free at 1-800-942-3301 to confirm availability and pricing.
© 2008 Atlas Cruises & Tours. A division of the Atlas travel network.
Site Map | Operators: Collette |Contiki |Cosmos |General Tours |Globus |Insight |Trafalgar