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European Highlights
15 Days starting from $2,350

Countries Visited:
England, Holland, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, France, Austria

 

Length: 15 Days
Type: Budget Tour
Category: SuperSaver European Essentials 2008
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: S312
   
 
About This Tour


Tour highlights include: Guided tours of Rome and Paris. Orientation tours of Amsterdam, Cologne, Innsbruck, Verona, Venice and Lucerne.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing Highlights
  • SPECIALS

Essentials Inclusions

Superior Touring

  • Arrival & departure transfers between the airport & your Insight London hotel (see savings page).
  • Comfortable Moderate First Class & First Class hotels specially selected for each departure.
  • Luxury, air-conditioned touring coach with 49 reclining seats.
  • Hotel service charges, taxes & porterage.
  • Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack.
  • Cross channel transportation by modern ferry.

Professional Service

  • Experienced professional Tour Director to escort you.
  • Qualified local city guides on major city sightseeing tours.
  • Helpful staff on hand at our London Service Centre to assist you with sightseeing, theatre tickets etc.

More Included Meals

  • 13 Breakfasts (B) 6 three course evening meals (D)

Highlights & Sightseeing

  • Guided tours of London, Rome and Paris
  • Orientation tours of Amsterdam, Cologne, Innsbruck, Verona, Venice and Lucerne

England

  • See the sights of London including Big Ben
  • HollandVisit Amsterdam’s Dam Square
  • Visit a diamond-polishing factory

Germany

  • View Cologne Cathedral
  • Relax on a Rhine cruise
  • See the legendary Loreley Rock
  • See ‘Mad’ King Ludwig’s Fairytale Castle
  • Bavarian Alpine drive

Austria

  • Cross the Europa Bridge
  • See Innsbruck’s Golden Roof & Imperial Palace
  • Picturesque drive through the Brenner Pass

Italy

  • See the Roman arena & Juliet’s balcony in Verona
  • Cruise to St. Mark’s Square by private launch & see the Bridge of Sighs & Doges’ Palace
  • Venetian glass-blowing demonstration
  • See the Roman Forum & the Colosseum in Rome
  • Tour St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, & see Michelangelo’s ‘Pieta’
  • In Florence enjoy panoramic views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo
  • Watch a demonstration of leatherwork
  • Italian Lake District drive

Switzerland

  • View Lucerne’s Lion Monument
  • See the Chapel Bridge
  • Scenic Alpine drive

France

  • In Paris see the Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe & the Eiffel Tower

VISITING ENGLAND, BELGIUM, HOLLAND, GERMANY, AUSTRIA, ITALY, VATICAN CITY, SWITZERLAND AND FRANCE

Day 1 – Depart USA
Overnight flight to London.

Day 2 – Arrive London
Welcome to London! On arrival you are transfered to your London tour hotel. This afternoon you are at leisure to relax or shop.
Hotel: Holiday Inn Kings Cross/Bloomsbury.

Day 3 – London Sightseeing
You will enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of the West End. You’ll get a feel of what London has to offer as we show you Westminster Abbey, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square, Nelson’s Column, Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. (B)

Day 4 – London – Amsterdam
You meet your Tour Director and head for the White Cliffs of Dover and your ferry to Calais. Cross Belgium’s Flanders Fields to Holland’s lively Amsterdam. Pass canals and tall gabled houses to see the Royal Palace in Dam Square and sparkling stones transformed before your eyes when you visit a diamond-polishing factory.
Hotel: Tulip Inn Riverside. (B)

Day 5 – Amsterdam – Rhineland
Leave Amsterdam this morning and cross the border into Germany. At historic Cologne, stop to view the 13th century Gothic cathedral with its soaring spires. After passing Beethoven’s home town of Bonn, continue to the charming village of Boppard to join a cruise past awesome castles, leafy vineyards and picturesque villages. Rejoin the coach and see the legendary Loreley Rock, before continuing to your hotel.
Hotel: NH Weinheim. (B,D)

Day 6 – Rhineland – Innsbruck
Head into the wooded Bavarian Alps today to see ‘Mad’ King Ludwig’s fairytale castle of Neuschwanstein. Cross the Austrian border and travel the spectacular Fern Pass to arrive in Innsbruck, the capital of the Tyrol. Your Tour Director will show you Innsbruck’s Golden Roof and the Imperial Palace before offering an optional thigh-slapping folklore show.
Hotel: Alpin Park. (B,D)

Day 7 – Innsbruck – Venice
Cross the impressive Europa Bridge, one of Europe’s highest, and the Brenner Pass into Italy. Visit Romeo and Juliet’s Verona – and see Juliet’s balcony and the Roman arena – before travelling across the fertile Adriatic Plain to the Veneto region.
Hotel: Il Burchiello (Oriago). (B,D)

Day 8 – Venice sightseeing
Drive to the Venetian Lagoon where a private launch takes you to St Mark’s Square. See the ornate Basilica of St Mark, Doges’ Palace, Bridge of Sighs and the prison in which Casanova was incarcerated – and from which he escaped. Join a demonstration of Venetian glass-blowing before spending the rest of the day at leisure – why not explore the islands of the beautiful lagoon or try a local seafood lunch? (B,D)

Day 9 – Venice – Rome
Cross the Appenine Mountains and follow the Autostrada del Sole past ancient Etruscan hill towns to Rome, a city founded on seven hills above the river Tiber. Discover hidden piazzas and the splendid fountains of the ‘Eternal City’.
Hotel: Cristoforo Colombo. (B)

Day 10 – Rome Sightseeing
Rome is three cities in one: Imperial Rome, Catholic Rome and modern Rome. Enter the Vatican City with your local guide and explore St Peter’s Basilica and its moving ‘Pieta’ by Michelangelo. Cross the Tiber River to see the remains of the Colosseum, where Nero was entertained by gladiator fights. Your guide will enthral you with stories of the Roman Empire as you overlook the Imperial Forum, from where Julius Caesar contemplated his victories. The rest of the day is yours to explore the treasures of the Vatican Museum, including the Sistine Chapel, and to sample the best of Italy: pasta, vino and music. (B)

Day 11 – Rome – Florence
Bid ‘Arrivederci’ to Rome as you head north to the Tuscan hills and Renaissance Florence. View the city from Piazza Michelangelo, before enjoying a Florentine leatherwork demonstration and shopping for the latest fashions. Be sure to explore Signoria Square with its open-air museum, the Ponte Vecchio and tombs of Galileo and Michelangelo in Santa Croce Basilica.
Hotel: Wall Art. (B,D)

Day 12 – Florence – Lucerne
Head north from Tuscany, past Milan and on to the Lake District on the Italian/Swiss border. Enjoy the magnificent drive through the Swiss Alps to Lucerne, where you see the wooden Chapel Bridge and view the famous Lion Monument.
Hotel: Luzernerhof. (B,D)

Day 13 – Lucerne – Paris
Cross the Rhine at Basel before skirting the Jura Mountains and following the valley of the Doubs River into Burgundy – a region noted for its fine wines. Cross the wheat fields of Auxerre and the forest of Royal Fontainbleau before arriving in Paris – don’t forget to look out for the Eiffel Tower as you approach the French capital. Consider taking a tour of the sparkling illuminations.
Hotel: Mercure la Defense 5. (B)

Day 14 – Paris Sightseeing
Tour the city with a local guide, seeing the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Cathedral of Notre Dame, the Opera and Place de la Concorde. The afternoon is yours to shop for souvenirs or to visit the Mona Lisa in the Louvre; perhaps plan a farewell dinner in a typical Parisian restaurant or take in a cabaret. (B)

Day 15 – Return to USA
Your memorable tour ends after breakfast with a transfer to the airport. (B)


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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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Essentials Inclusions

Superior Touring

  • Arrival & departure transfers between the airport & your Insight London hotel (see savings page).
  • Comfortable Moderate First Class & First Class hotels specially selected for each departure.
  • Luxury, air-conditioned touring coach with 49 reclining seats.
  • Hotel service charges, taxes & porterage.
  • Insight Traveller document wallet, map book journal and information pack.
  • Cross channel transportation by modern ferry.

Professional Service

  • Experienced professional Tour Director to escort you.
  • Qualified local city guides on major city sightseeing tours.
  • Helpful staff on hand at our London Service Centre to assist you with sightseeing, theatre tickets etc.

More Included Meals

  • 13 Breakfasts (B) 6 three course evening meals (D)

Highlights & Sightseeing

  • Guided tours of London, Rome and Paris
  • Orientation tours of Amsterdam, Cologne, Innsbruck, Verona, Venice and Lucerne

England

  • See the sights of London including Big Ben
  • HollandVisit Amsterdam’s Dam Square
  • Visit a diamond-polishing factory

Germany

  • View Cologne Cathedral
  • Relax on a Rhine cruise
  • See the legendary Loreley Rock
  • See ‘Mad’ King Ludwig’s Fairytale Castle
  • Bavarian Alpine drive

Austria

  • Cross the Europa Bridge
  • See Innsbruck’s Golden Roof & Imperial Palace
  • Picturesque drive through the Brenner Pass

Italy

  • See the Roman arena & Juliet’s balcony in Verona
  • Cruise to St. Mark’s Square by private launch & see the Bridge of Sighs & Doges’ Palace
  • Venetian glass-blowing demonstration
  • See the Roman Forum & the Colosseum in Rome
  • Tour St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City, & see Michelangelo’s ‘Pieta’
  • In Florence enjoy panoramic views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo
  • Watch a demonstration of leatherwork
  • Italian Lake District drive

Switzerland

  • View Lucerne’s Lion Monument
  • See the Chapel Bridge
  • Scenic Alpine drive

France

  • In Paris see the Notre Dame Cathedral, Arc de Triomphe & the Eiffel Tower

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).


   
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