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Awaken and indulge your senses as Insight Vacations shows you the magic of Europe in winter.
Winter is an ideal time to visit Europe as the climate is often surprisingly mild. Major sights and attractions are uncrowded and unhurried and the early evenings lend themselves to the twinkling coloured lights that celebrate Christmas and the New Year. Best of all prices are substantially lower than in peak summer season!
Times have changed, at least at Insight. They ?ve redefined escorted touring as a premium experience. You?ll enjoy more legroom and comfort on Insight's luxury coaches and travel with a smaller, and more intimate group of individuals, each of whom shares a fondness for reassuring quality, well planned itineraries and ample opportunity for personal interpretation. This is the art of touring in style. This is an Insight vacation. |
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Winter in Italy is often surprisingly mild, particularly around March and April, and as the summer heat disappears, so do the summer crowds. It's the perfect time of year to slow down and absorb the unique atmosphere and seasonal traditions.
Our range of Italian itineraries includes a great introduction tour to Italy, Amazing Italy, offering two nights Rome, Florence & Venice.
Our Southern Italy & Sicily tour showcases the beauty of Italy 's Southwestern coast as well as the enchanting island of Sicily-filled with ancient roots tied to Greece and North Africa
While our Easy Pace Italy showcases the historic cities of northern Italy in a relaxed and leisurely manner. This is the prefect tour for those who love Italian architecture, culture and art, with three night stays in Milan, Venice, Florence and Rome. |
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Best of Italy Tour
This tour has a well balanced pace with two-night stays in three of the five centres: Rome, Tuscany and Sorrento and overnight stays in Assisi and Venice. The driving days are of a comfortable length with several stops en route.
11 days, Priced from $2475
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LONDON & PARIS
Ideal for the independent travellers, with included sightseeing and plenty of time to explore alone. See the bright lights and historic sights of London then experience the fast route to France aboard the high speed Eurostar to the romantic city of Paris. |
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SPAIN, PORTUGAL & MOROCCO
Explore the Iberian countryside while enjoying the mild winter climate. Our tours in Spain & Portugal include in-depth sightseeing tours in Toledo, Granada, Seville, Lisbon and Madrid. Our popular Amazing Morocco tour will appeal to those with a sense of adventure as you explore the imperial cities of Meknes, Fez and Marrakesh contrast with the dramatic gorges of the High Atlas Mountains and the solitude of the Saharan desert that lies beyond. |
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VIENNA, PRAGUE & BUDAPEST
Experience the highlights of Eastern Europe with three different cities, each with its own story to tell. See medieval town squares glistening in snow and Christmas lights. Cesky Krumlov in winter is a scene straight out of a Christmas cards! |
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EGYPT
For thousands of years travellers have been mesmerised by the unforgettable historical treasures of Egypt and it is no different today. Relax as you glide down the Nile on a luxurious cruise, see ancient monuments such as the Sphinx and Abu Simbel and stay at historic hotels - a truly memorable experience! |
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GREECE
Visits to the Parthenon, the ancient sites of Mycenae, Olympia and Delphi, as well as the monasteries of Meteora provide a unique history lesson for those interested in the birth of Western Civilization. |
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| The perfect combination of great destinations, excellent sightseeing opportunities, complete comfort and personalised service is the foundation of all Insight tours. Join us on any European Essentials tours and you’ll enjoy the magic of Europe, including its great cities, lovely countryside and unforgettable attractions. You’ll be delighted by our comfortable first class hotels and quality touring with maximum choice at the lowest possible cost. |
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 FIRST CLASS HOTELS THROUGHOUT
Unlike budget tour operators, we'll accommodate you in First Class hotels throughout, each chosen for their ambience and amenities. On each itinerary we list every hotel on your tour, so you are assured of staying in comfortable accommodation. |
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 MORE INCLUDED DINNERS
One of the great delights of travelling in Europe is its cuisine, and on a European Essentials tour you won't go short of great dining experiences. Each day begins with breakfast served in the continental style, including fresh bread rolls, croissants, orange juice and tea or coffee. The bonus is that we will include delicious three course evening meals on the majority of nights. At other times you can dine out on your own or enjoy an optional evening at a restaurant, bistro, trattoria often with entertainment. |
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FABULOUS SIGHTSEEING INCLUDED
Your sightseeing will include a guided or orientation tour in each of the highlighted towns and cities, often with a specialist local guide who will introduce you to their home town as only a local can do. |
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EUROPE'S FINEST TOUR DIRECTORS
Your Tour Director is the skilled professional who will escort you throughout your tour, bringing to life Europe's magic. Their multilingual skills and in-depth knowledge will open the doors to Europe's unrivalled history and culture. Their attention to detail and enthusiasm for their job never stops and their friendly yet unobtrusive assistance will be there whenever you need it. |
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 ENJOY PLENTY OF FREE TIME
You'll enjoy ample free time to make the most of each exciting destination you visit in your own way. Explore at your leisure, shop alongside the locals or relax with a coffee on a famous piazza. And why not enjoy one of our many fabulous optional excursions to the Fisherman's Island of Burano in Venice for an unforgettable fish lunch, or perhaps a Flamenco Show in Spain. The choice is yours. |
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 QUALITY TRANSPORTATION
You'll enjoy door-to-door convenience as we chauffeur you to and from your hotel for every sightseeing and excursion. Our modern fleet of motorcoaches is configured with just 49 seats instead of the usual 53 so you will recline in air-conditioned comfort whilst enjoying splendid views through panoramic windows, listening to expert commentary from your tour director as you travel along the highways and byways of Europe. |
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TRAVEL WITH LIKE-MINDED PEOPLE
We'll introduce you to fellow travellers from around the world, each of whom has joined their Insight tour because they too recognise good quality and great value when they see it. So, whether you are travelling alone, as a couple or with friends or family, you'll enjoy being with like-minded people when you choose or taking time out on your own when you prefer it. |
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WE TAKE CARE OF EVERYTHING
Your Insight tour has been meticulously planned to bring you a complete vacation with everything taken care of. Insight pays for your porterage at hotels and on ferries; we take care of tips and taxes in hotels and restaurants and we arrange all the reservations, services and support you would otherwise have to organise and do yourself if you were travelling independently. |
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BRING THE FAMILY ALONG
Travelling with the family can be an expensive proposition! That’s why many of Insight Vacations’ family travellers choose European Essentials tours, so they can enjoy first class touring at affordable prices. One of the great joys of touring with Insight is the mix of like-minded travellers: singles, couples, honeymooners and families from around the world, so making new friends and sharing unforgettable experiences is an added bonus. |
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 Follow in the footsteps of Anne Boleyn and discover more mysterious and majestic tales of Tudor England on the new Elegance of Great Britain. Guests will travel in true royal style on this well-paced tour which visits London, Hampshire, Stratford, Cotswolds, Lake District, Edinburgh, Yorkshire and Brontë Country. |
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 Explore the fascinating regions of Spain and Portugal, with our new Iberian Elegance tour. This tour is richly seeped in history and religion, from the majestic Jeronimo’s Monastery in Lisbon to the vast cathedrals of Burgos and Seville. Travelling in ultimate style and comfort, guests will visit Madrid, Santander, Santillana Del Mar, Oviedo, Santiago, Oporto, Lisbon, Seville and Granada. |
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 The Moroccan Elegance tour offers guests a traditional taste of Morocco with luxurious Riad stays in both Fez and Marrakesh. Formally the private residences of nobility, Riads were originally constructed as a tranquil oasis nestled within the hustle and bustle of Moroccan medinas, typically featuring a central courtyard dotted with exotic flowers, shady trees, flowing fountains and opulent rooms. As well as exploring the labyrinths of these fascinating cities, guests will also take in the highlights of Casablanca, Rabat and Erfoud. |
