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ESCAPE THE ORDINARY. VACATIONS REIMAGINED.
BOOK EARLY AND SAVE*
SAVE 10% Book by 18th December 2014
SAVE 7.5% Book by 26th February 2015
SAVE 5% Book by 30th April 2015
WHAT’S NEW In 2015, Insight Vacations proudly presents over 100 hand-crafted Premium and Luxury journeys exploring Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean. There are 14 amazing new itineraries to enjoy; our luxury Insight Gold Europe collection is now all-inclusive; and every tour now includes a unique collection of engaging and authentic Signature Experiences that will introduce you to the real Europe as seen through the eyes of locals.
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NEW INsight GOLD: ALL-INCLUSIVE LUXURY
In 2015, Insight Gold in Europe and India becomes all-inclusive. All sightseeing, excursions, entertainment and evening meals are now included in the price of your holiday.
You’ll stay in some of the finest hotels in Europe and enjoy dining experiences with wine that will delight the “foodie” in you. Each tour is perfectly balanced with enlightening and engaging Signature Experiences, including private events, fantastic insights to local life, and well planned free time to allow you to indulge your personal interests.
Insight Gold is the ultimate in escorted holidays. The best of the best.
2015-2016
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EUROPE, INDIA, HAWAII, USA & CANADA
ALL-INCLUSIVE LUXU
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INSIGHT GOLD
France
Switzerland
Italy
Germany
Austria
Belgium
England
Corsica
VENICE(Day 5 and 6)
PARIS(Day 1 and 2)
LUCERNE(Day 3 and 4)
FLORENCE(Day 7 and 8)
ROME(Day 9, 10 and 11)
Basel
Pisa
Bavaria
Burgundy
Tuscany
Italian Lake District
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Mount Pilatus
LONDON
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Lucca
Burano
All-Inclusive JourneyA medieval masterpiece, full of Gothic spires, sparkling salt mines, romantic castles and sites spanning a thousand years of history. Hear the tales and discover the culture of each fascinating country.
Poland
CzechRepublic
Slovakia
Hungary
Germany
Austria
SwitzerlandItaly Slovenia Croatia
Bosnia and Herzegovina
WROCLAW(Day 4)
Kutna Hora
Auschwitz
Olomouc
PRAGUE(Day 5 and 6)
VIENNA(Day 1, 8, 9 and 10)
CESKY KRUMLOV
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KRAKOW(Day 2 and 3)
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Saxony
WieliczkaSalt Mine
Vienna Woods
BOHEMIaN RHAPSODY10 Days from $3835*
MAJEStic EUROPE11 Days from $5725*
All-Inclusive JourneyMake your way across Europe, from the glamour of the Moulin Rouge to the history of the Colosseum, a succession of memorable experiences puts you in contact with the locals and unveils each enthralling city.
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Italy
Switzerland Austria
Slovenia
Croatia
Corsica
Sardinia
VENICE(Day 17, 18 and 19)
ROME(Day 8 and 9)
PisaChianti
FLORENCE(Day 13 and 14)
PERUGIA(Day 12)
CAPRI(Day 10 and 11)
PompeiiNaples
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San Gimignano
Lucca
ChioggiaPadua
Bologna
Ferrara
Ravenna
Verona
CRUISING(Day 1 to 7)
7Po DeltaTaglio di Po
Polesella
CinqueTerre
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RAPALLO(Day 15 and 16)
Burano2
ApennineMountains
Frascati
Tuscany
AdriaticSea
TyrrhenianSea
LigurianSea
Umbria
Campania
La Serenissima19 Days from $10660*
All-Inclusive JourneyThe ultimate in escorted holidays, luxury river cruising and first class rail. From the water lapped piazzas of Venice, embark upon a romantic journey of discovery that unveils the unmissable landmarks of Italy.
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Spain
France
Portugal
BARCELONA(Day 1 and 2)
MADRID(Day 10, 11 and 12)
SEVILLE(Day 5 and 6)
GRANADA(Day 4)
VALENCIA(Day 3)
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CostaDorada
CostaBlancaSierra Nevada
CastillaLa
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León
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Fatima Peñíscola
LISBON(Day 7 and 8)
SALAMANCA(Day 9)
Sierra de Baza
Sintra
Mountains of Baza
Iberian Elegance12 Days from $4185*
All-Inclusive JourneyIberia has a rich and colourful history of discovery and empire. From the experience of the art and architecture of Picasso and Gaudi to a night of Flamenco in Seville. You’ll be forever inspired by this amazing region.
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SIGNATUREEXPERIENCES
In the evenings we include special nights of entertainment in many locations all over Europe.
Our Signature Experiences will introduce you to our local friends, involve you in the regional culture, unlock doors closed to the public and provide an engagement with real European life, creating experiences and memories that will last forever.
INSIGHT hallmarks
2015 OUR SIGNATURE YEARInsight has an award-winning heritage of innovation in travel and this year is no exception. Every Insight holiday includes a unique collection of engaging and authentic Signature Events that are far beyond run-of-the-mill tourist fare.
SIGNATURE HOTELS
SIGNATURE DINING
SIGNATURE EVENINGS
The historic Palais Auersperg, completed in 1710, is reserved for your evening of magical operetta.
Every Insight journey to Seville includes a night of fiery Flamenco, with dinner and wine.
Our Signature Dining provides a range of authentic dining experiences to suit every taste and palate.
Meet olive grower Francesco at his family mill in Umbria, where you’ll sample the nutty flavour of his fragrant oil.
Lisa Ray, Insight’s Brand Ambassador, enjoying exclusive priority access to the Bramante stairs.
Stay in the luxurious five-star Château de Rochecotte in the Loire Valley.
On your Dine-Around evening, indulge in à la carte dining at the restaurant of your choice.
The elegant five-star Corinthia Grand in Budapest, has outstanding facilities and a world-famous spa.
Our unique collection of over 80 Signature Hotels includes stays in desirable central and scenic locations.
We’ve also kept everything our guests love about Insight Vacations – coaches with extra legroom, the best hotels and unbeatable service from our top Tour Directors.
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New Premium Escorted Journeys
Italy
Sardinia
Corsica
VENICE(Day 8 and 9)
ROME(Day 1)
PERUGIA(Day 2, 3 and 4)
Orvieto
Siena
SAN GIMIGNANO(Day 5, 6 and 7)
Assisi
3Spello
Pisa
Lucca
Cortona
Florence
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Todi
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Frascati
Tuscany
River Po
AdriaticSea
LigurianSea
Umbria
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
Croatia
Korčula
Veliko Jezero
Makarska
Mljet
TrstenikElephiti Islands
KunaŠćedroHvar
Bol
Dubrovnik
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NIGHTS CRUISING(Day 2 to 9)
TROGIR(Day 1)
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Dalmatian Elegance9 Days from $2824*
EnglishChannel
Sark
PARIS(Day 11 and 12)
LONDON
CAEN(Day 9 and 10)
Arromanches
GivernyBeuvron-en-Auge
Bayeux
ST. MALO(Day 8)
Mont St. Michel
St. LaurentPointe du Hoc
SALISBURY(Day 1 and 2)
ST. PETER PORT
(Day 3, 4 and 5) ST. HELIER(Day 6 and 7)
Weymouth
Chicester
Bath
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Beaulieu
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England
France
Guernsey
Jersey
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New Forest
Normandy
Brittany
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France
Italy
Belguim
PARIS(Day 1, 14,
15, 21 and 22)
Troyes
CHAMONIX(Day 4)
Chablis
Poitiers
DORDOGNE(Day 12 and 13)
ALBI(Day 11)
DIJON(Day 2 and 3)
GRENOBLE(Day 5)
Stes Maries-
de-la-MerArles
Pont du Gard
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
AVIGNON(Day 8 and 9)
NîMES(Day 10)
Cahors
RocamadourSarlat-la-CanédaLascaux Caves
NICE(Day 6 and 7)
Monaco
Annecy
Fixin
Chartres
NORMANDY BEACHES
(Day16 and 17) Rouen
ArromanchesBayeux
Ussé
ST. MALO(Day 18)
Mont St. Michel
St. LaurentPointe du Hoc
CHÂTEAU DE ROCHECOTTE(Day 19 and 20)Angers
Saumur
VillandryAzay-le-Rideau
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Aix-en-Provence
St Paul de Vence
Carcassonnek
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Burgundy
Beaujolais
Luberon
World War 1 Battlefields Mini-Trip
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TGV Train
Spain
Portugal
Morocco
Algeria
France
GRANADA(Day 5 and 6)
Gibraltar
Mijas
FES(Day 8 and 9)
MARRAKESH(Day 10 and 11)
CASABLANCA(Day 12 and 13)
SEVILLE(Day 3 and 4)
Valdepeñas
MADRID(Day 1, 2)
Sierra Morena
Sierra de Guadarrama
Alentejo
ALGECIRAS(Day 7)
Sierra de Baza
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Estrela Mts.
Cordobak
Sergovia
Caves of Nerja
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Country Roads of Umbria& Tuscany9 Days from $2865*
Southern England, THE ChannelIslands & Normandy12 Days from $4325*
Splendours of Andalucía& Morocco13 Days from $2750*
French Heritage22 Days from $7375*
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SIGNATURE EVENTSMeet ‘Etruscan chef’ Lorenzo Polegri, who shares with you his virtuoso cooking skills in Orvieto.Sample the flavoursome reds of Tuscany during your visit to a local wine cellar.To the tune of accompanying musicians, you are serenaded through the atmospheric canals by gondola in magical Venice.
SIGNATURE EVENTSMeet the locals in Kuna and enjoy a typical village feast of Croatian delicacies.Ride the cable car to the summit of Srd Mountain for scenic views over the famous fortifications of Dubrovnik.Celebrate the grand finale of your Dalmatian cruise with a special Captain’s dinner with live entertainment.
SIGNATURE EVENTSExplore Lord Montagu’s world-famous Motor Museum and gardens in Beaulieu.Enjoy a cooking demonstration and tasting of potato peel pie in Guernsey.Trace the story of the D-Day landings in Normandy.
SIGNATURE EVENTSJourney to the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape to taste the famous wines.Spend two nights at the sumptuous Château de Rochecotte in the Loire Valley.Travel on the high-speed TGV train to the bright lights of Paris.
SIGNATURE EVENTSWalk with an expert guide through the forest of horseshoe shaped arches of the Cathedral in Cordoba.Tour of the Rock of Gibraltar, with its magnificent views of the meeting of the Atlantic and Mediterranean.In Casablanca a fabulous 4-course Celebration Dinner with drinks at Rick’s Cafe awaits.
Pont du Gard
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• EXTENSIVE WI-FI AVAILABILITY• HOTEL/DINING TIPS & LUGGAGE HANDLING• FEATURED AIRPORT TRANSFERS• CONCIERGE SERVICE THROUGHOUT
Italy
Sicily
ALBEROBELLO(Day 2 and 3)
SORRENTO(Day 4, 5 and 6)
Matera
ROME(Day 1, 7 and 8)
Pompeii
FrascatiApulia
Basilicata
TyrrhenianSea
Gulf ofTaranto
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Capri
Positano Greece
Bulgaria
Macedonia
Albania
Crete
ATHENS(Day 1, 2, 14 and 15)
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Meteora
DodonaKALAMBAKA
(Day 3)
IOANNINA(Day 10)
OHRID(Day 8)
THESSALONIKI(Day 4 and 5)
SOFIA(Day 6 and 7)
Thermopylae
Corinth Canal
OLYMPIA(Day 11)
Delphi
Patras
Mycenae
Vergina
Skopje
TIRANA(Day 9)
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NAFPLIO(Day 12 and 13)
Rila Monastery
Israel
Jordan
West Bank
Gaza Strip
Golan Heights
TEL AVIV(Day 5 and 6)
GALILEE(Day 3 and 4)
JERUSALEM(Day 1 and 2)
Jaffa
Ben GurionAirport
CapernaumMount of Beatitudes
HaifaNazareth
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Country Roads of Puglia& The Neapolitan Riviera8 Days from $2485*
Grand Tour of Greece& The Balkans15 Days from $3995*
IsrAEl Experience6 Days from $2375*
Greece & Israel12 Days from $5095*
IsrAEl & Turkey18 Days from $5495*
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SIGNATURE EVENTSVisit the famous ‘Sassi’ or cave dwellings in Matera.Cruise to the island of Capri and travel in style to the town by open top taxi.Walk with a local expert through the cobbled streets of Pompeii.Learn the history and taste for yourself the amazing structure, flavour and body of Apulian wine.
SIGNATURE EVENTSIn Athens ascend to the Acropolis, to admire the Parthenon built in 5th century BC.Visit the Theatre of Dodona in Ioannina, one of the largest and best preserved of ancient Greece.Join a qualified chef for an entertaining cookery demonstration in Olympia.
SIGNATURE EVENTSIn Jerusalem, walk the Stations of the Cross to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, site of the Crucifixion.Enjoy a morning boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.Visit the gardens of the magnificent golden domed Bahai Temple in Haifa.
SIGNATURE EVENTSTake a dip in the mineral rich waters of the Dead Sea.Partake in a Friday night Shabbat dinner in Tel Aviv.Celebrate the music, dance and colourful tradition of the Turkish people at a folklore show in Cappadocia.
SIGNATURE EVENTSVisit the original location of the Olympic Games in Olympia.Ascend the Sacred Way in Delphi, to reach the Temple of Apollo, where the people would seek divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.Explore the Roman and Crusader ruins of Caesarea, formerly one of the splendid cities in Palestine.
The Dead Sea
The Whirling Dervishes
Temple of Athena, Olympia
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More Legroom – More ComfortTravelling on an Insight Vacations luxury, Wi-Fi equipped touring coach is a special experience like no other.
Comfort is paramount so we allow a maximum of 40 guests on each tour, removing excess seats to create up to twice as much legroom as other operators’ coaches. When it comes to giving
your legs the extra centimetres they deserve, we go the extra mile.
IT’S LIKE TRAVELLING BUSINESS CLASS
Enjoy up to 100% more legroom and more window space for spectacular high-deck views.
Typical Insight Vacations 40 seat coach Standard 49 seat coach
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WINTER EUROPEIncluding the EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN & CHRISTMAS MARKETSPREMIUM HOTELSIN CENTRAL
LOCATIONS
BUSINESS CLASS LEGROOM
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES & PRIORITY ACCESS
DINE-AROUND & HIGHLIGHT EVENINGS
SMALLER GROUP SIZES
EXTENSIVE WI-FI AVAILABILITY
HOTEL/DINING TIPS & LUGGAGE HANDLING
FEATURED AIRPORT TRANSFERS
CONCIERGE SERVICE THROUGHOUT
2014-2015
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*Conditions apply. Prices based on per person, twin share. Refer to Insight Vacations 2015 Europe & Britain brochure for full details. IV2754