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London & Paris8 DAYS ~ LONDON TO PARIS

NotesAll tours start and end Saturday except for * which starts and ends on Monday.Occasionally there may not be a Changing of the Guard, as an alternative we visit the Horseguards Parade.In the event of low numbers this tour will be locally hosted.

c DAY 1 ARRIVE LONDON.After checking into the tour hotel, the rest of the day is yours to relax, shop or explore. In the evening, you are invited to an informative meeand Welcome Drink with your Insight Personal Concierge.d DAYS 2, 3 & 4 LONDON AT LEISURE.Three wonderful days to take in the delightsof London and surrounding areas! But rst, an included a half-day sightseeing tour s you the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben. Continue past DownStreet to Londons Theatre District and Piccadilly Circus. Stop at Buckingham Palacsee the Changing of the Guard before nishing at Trafalgar Sq. at around 12.30pm. (B) e DAY 5 LONDON PARIS.This morning you are escorted to St. Pancras Station toboard the high-speed Eurostar train. Your comfortable two-and-a-half hour rail journtakes you via the historic Channel Tunnel to Paris. On arrival, an orientation tour of tFrench capital, shows you the Louvre building, Place de la Concorde, Arc de Triompwell as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral. (CB) DAYS 6 & 7 PARIS.Two full days to revel in the romance and culture of the capital. (BB) DAY 8 PARIS. Your tour ends today. Transfers from the tour hotel arrive at Charles deGaulle Airport at 08.00 and 11.00hrs. (BB)

Tailor Your Own Itinerary ADD OR REDUCE NIGHTS Extra nights are available pre or post. A small reductionwill be made for missed nights if advised at time of booking.

ADD PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFERS free transfers are included in Paris at timesshown in your itinerary; but private transfers are also available.TAKE TIME OUT WITH US In London, excursions to Stonehenge and Bath; LeedsCastle, Canterbury and Dover; Warwick Castle, Stratford and Oxford are available,plus much more. In Paris, perhaps visit the Palace of Versailles, Mona Lisa in the LoMuseum, Can Can at a Parisian cabaret, or tour the illuminations of this City of LighTAKE TIME OUT ON YOUR OWN Enjoy historic London walks; grab a ticket to a WestEnd show; experience the local pubs; visit the museums or stroll through the famous pIn Paris window shop in the Faubourg St-Honor, watch the passers by from a pavemecaf, take a romantic stroll along the Seine or explore on the new Parisian vlo bicyclYOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE Available throughout your itinerary, your PersonalConcierge is a gold mine of information and assistance when it comes to friendly adbooking or other arrangements for dining, sightseeing and additional activities.

London Week7 DAYS ~ LONDON

Low prices. Great quality. No hassles. Low prices. Great quality. No hassles.

NotesAll tours start Sunday and end Saturday.Occasionally there may not be a Changing of the Guard, as an alternative we visit the Horseguards Parade.This is an independent vacation, with Insight London representatives providing hosted services at your hotel.

TOUR CODE:B675

TOUR CODE:SW968B

c DAY 1 ARRIVE LONDON.After checking into your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to relax, shop or explore. This evening, be our guest for a Welcome Drink with yourInsight Personal Concierge.d DAYS 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 LONDON AT LEISURE.Start with an included Londonsightseeing tour for a panoramic drive around Parliament Sq. and past WestminsterAbbey. See Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and continue past Downing Street toTrafalgar Sq. and Piccadilly Circus. Stop at Buckingham Palace to watch the colourfulChanging of the Guard before nishing at Trafalgar Sq. at around 12.30pm. Thisafternoon and the next four full days are yours to discover this great city as you wish! (B)DAY 7 LONDON.Your trip comes to an end after breakfast. (B)

Tailor Your Own Itinerary ADD OR REDUCE NIGHTS Extra nights are available pre or post. A small reductionwill be made for missed nights if advised at time of booking.TAKE TIME OUT WITH US When you arrive, enhance your stay with options such asexcursions to Salisbury Cathedral; Windsor Castle; Stonehenge and Bath; Leeds Castle,Canterbury and Dover; Warwick Castle, Stratford and Oxford; the West End theatre; theLondon Eye; Thames River Cruising, the Tower of London and much more.TAKE TIME OUT ON YOUR OWN Enjoy historic local walks; grab a ticket to a show;shop till you drop in Selfridges on Oxford St. or Harrods in Knightsbridge; free entry to theBritish Museum and the masterpieces of the National Gallery; try sh and chips or a pintat the local pub; enjoy High Tea at the Savoy; explore the markets in Camden Town orNotting Hill; and stroll in the great open spaces of Hyde Park and Richmond or along theriver bank in Docklands.YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE Available throughout your itinerary, your PersonalConcierge is a gold-mine of information and assistance when it comes to friendly advice,booking or other arrangements for dining, sightseeing and additional activities.

Discover Londons landmarks at your leisure with plenty of options to tailor your stay

Time to stroll through the courtyard of the Louvre, Paris

Starts/Ends LondonDepartures:

2010: Nov 07, 14, 21, 28; Dec 05, 12, 19, 26;

2011: Jan 02, 09, 16, 23, 30; Feb 06, 13, 20, 27; Mar 06, 13, 20, 27

Starts London/Ends ParisDepartures:

2010: Nov 06, 13, 20, 27; Dec 04, 11, 18, *27

2011: Jan 01, 08, 15, 22, 29; Feb 05, 12, 19, 26; Mar 05, 12, 19, 26


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London, Paris & Rome10 DAYS ~ LONDON TO PARIS & ROME

c DAY 1 ARRIVE LONDON. Welcome to London! After checking in to your hotel, theafternoon is yours to relax or to explore. Spend the evening at an informative meeting andenjoy a Welcome Drink with your Insight Personal Concierge.d DAYS 2 & 3 LONDON AT LEISURE. Included is a half-day sightseeing tour ofLondons West End past Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben andTrafalgar Square. Finally, witness the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Thenits over to you - Londons museums, shops, theatres, parks and historic sites await! (B). e DAY 4 LONDON PARIS. This morning board the high-speed Eurostar trainservice to Paris. This afternoon in the French capital, you see Garniers Opera House, thePlace de la Concorde, Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. (CB)DAY 5 & 6 PARIS AT LEISURE. Two days to do what you like, when you like! (BB) DAY 7 PARIS ROME. The morning is at leisure to buy those last minute souvenirs. Thisafternoon, transfer to the airport for your ight to Rome. (BB)e DAYS 8 & 9 ROME AT LEISURE. First join anincluded orientation tour past ancientmonuments, Renaissance palaces, baroque churches, lively piazzas and gushing fountains.Then, for the remaining two days, you can follow your hearts desires. (BB)DAY 10 ROME. The tour ends after breakfast. Insights Airport Shuttle Service arrives atFiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 07.00 and 09.30hrs. (BB)

Tailor Your Own Itinerary ADD OR REDUCE NIGHTS Extra nights are available pre or post. A small reductionwill be made for missed nights if advised at time of booking.

ADD PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFERS Free transfers are included in Rome at timesshown in your itinerary; but private transfers are also available.TAKE TIME OUT WITH US Comprehensive sightseeing and excursion programmes areavailable in all three cities. See London Week, Paris Week and Rome week for suggestions.TAKE TIME OUT ON YOUR OWN London, Paris & Rome are Europes most populartourist destinations. Please see London Week, Paris Week and Rome week for suggestions.YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE Available throughout your itinerary, your PersonalConcierge is a gold-mine of information and assistance when it comes to friendly advice,booking or other arrangements for dining, sightseeing and additional activities.

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NotesAll tours start Sunday and end Tuesday except for * which starts Tuesday and ends on Thursday.Occasionally there may not be a Changing of the Guard, as an alternative we visit the Horseguards Parade.In the event of low numbers this tour will be locally hosted.

Paris & Rome7 DAYS ~ PARIS TO ROME

NotesAll tours start on Wednesday and end on Tuesdays.In the event of low numbers this tour will be locally hosted.** Paris orientation tour starts at 1.30pm on Day 1.

c e DAY 1 ARRIVE PARIS. Welcome to Paris! Insights Airport Shuttle Service depfor your tour hotel at 08:30, 11:00 & 13.30. After checking in, the highlights ofare revealed on your afternoonorientation tour **.See Garniers Opera House, the Placede la Concorde, Champs lyses, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower and enchantinDame Cathedral. Spend the evening at an informative meeting and enjoy a WelDrink with your Insight Personal Concierge.DAY 2 & 3 PARIS AT LEISURE. You have two days to enjoy Paris in your own way. (BDAY 4 PARIS ROME. The morning is free for last minute shopping or sightseeing. afternoon, transfer to the airport for your ight to Rome. (BB)e DAYS 5 & 6 ROME AT LEISURE. First join anincluded orientation tour past ancient

monuments, Renaissance palaces, baroque churches, lively piazzas and gushingThen, for the remaining two days, follow your hearts desires in this Eternal CityDAY 7 ROME. The tour ends after breakfast. Insights Airport Shuttle Service arriFiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 07.00 and 09.30hrs.(BB)

Tailor Your Own Itinerary ADD OR REDUCE NIGHTS Extra nights are available pre or post. A small reductiowill be made for missed nights if advised at time of booking.ADD PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFERS Free transfers are included at times shown in your itinerary; but private transfers are also available.TAKE TIME OUT WITH US Paris options include visits to the Palace of Versailles anLouvre Museum; attend a Parisian cabaret or join a sparkling illuminations tourtake a trip out to the gardens of Villa dEste at Tivoli; admire the treasures of theand see the Sistine Chapel; visit the Colosseum and Catacombs on the Appian WTAKE TIME OUT ON YOUR OWN

In Paris window shop in the Faubourg St-Honortry some patisserie at the famous Fauchon; watch the passers by from a pavemtake a stroll along the Champs Elyses or explore on the new Parisian vlo bicSee the modern art at the inside out Centre Pompidou. Loose yourself in theLafayette department store. In Rome take a walk to the Spanish Steps, eat pastby the Roman Pantheon, shop in the open air food and ower market at Campotake a walk along fashionable Via Condotti.YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE Available throughout your itinerary, your PersonalConcierge is a gold-mine of information and assistance when it comes to friendbooking or other arrangements for dining, sightseeing and additional activities.

The worlds smallest country, the Vatican City, Rome

Explore London, one of Europes great cities along with Paris and Rome

Low prices. Great quality. No hassles. Low prices. Great quality. No hassles.TOUR CODE:SW969B TOUR CODE:SW970BStarts London/Ends RomeDepartures:

2010: Nov 07, 14, 21, 28; Dec 05, 12, 19, *28;

2011: Jan 02, 09, 16, 23, 30; Feb 06, 13, 20, 27; Mar 06, 13, 20, 27

Starts Paris/Ends RomeDepartures:

2010: Nov 03, 10, 17, 24; Dec 01, 08, 15, 22

2011: Jan 05, 12, 19, 26; Feb 02, 09, 16, 23; Mar 02, 09, 16, 23, 30


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Rome Week7 DAYS ~ ROME

c DAY 1 ARRIVE ROMEWelcome to Rome! Insights Airport Shuttle Service depart your tour hotel at 09:30, 12:30 & 15.30. After checking into the tour hotel, the rday is yours to relax, shop or explore. Tonight you are invited to an informative mand Welcome Drink with your Insight Personal Concierge. e DAYS 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 ROME AT LEISURE.Walking the streets of Rome can be veryrewarding, and to help you nd your bearings, enjoy an included orientation toucity in air-conditioned comfort. Youll get an idea of the distance from St. Peterin the Vatican, to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Drive by the Circus Maximthe River Tiber and past the Victor Emmanuel II Monument. Afterwards you caappreciate the many hidden piazzas, cooling fountains, beautiful sculptures, andwith the locals. With complete exibility, plan your visit just as you wish. (BB)DAY 7 ROME.Sadly your tour comes to an end after breakfast. Departure transfearrive at Romes Fiumicino Leonardo de Vinci Airport at 07:00 & 09:30. (BB)

Tailor Your Own Itinerary ADD OR REDUCE NIGHTS Extra nights are available pre or post. A small reductiowill be made for missed nights if advised at time of booking.ADD PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFERS Free transfers are included at times shown in your itinerary; but private transfers are also available.TAKE TIME OUT WITH US- In Rome, take a trip out to Tivoli and the gardens of VilldEste; walk through the Papal treasure in the Vatican Museum and see MichelaSistine Chapel; explore ancient Rome with a visit to the Colosseum and Catacomthe Appian Way or take an evening drive by the fountains and piazzas.TAKE TIME OUT ON YOUR OWN In Rome discover Berninis fountain and artists inPiazza Navona. Window shop on the Via Condotti or explore the open air food amarket at Campo dei Fiori. See Michelangelos Statue of Moses in St. Peter in Cthe unusual Crypt of the Capuchin Friars. Stroll along the Via Veneto of FelinisVita or see the sun set from the Pincio Gardens. For your next visit to Rome, thcoin into the Trevi Fountain!YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE Available throughout your itinerary, your PersonalConcierge is a gold mine of information and assistance when it comes to friendbooking or other arrangements for dining, sightseeing and additional activities

Paris Week7 DAYS ~ PARIS

c DAY 1 ARRIVE PARIS.Welcome to Paris! Insights Airport Shuttle Service departsfor your tour hotel at 08:30, 11:00 & 13.30. After checking into the tour hotel, the rest of the day is yours to relax, shop or explore. In the evening you are invited to an informativemeeting and Welcome Drink with your Insight Personal Concierge.e DAYS 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6 PARIS AT LEISURE.Let us help you get the riches of theFrench capital into perspective with an orientation tour along the citys grand boulevards.Youll see enchanting Notre Dame Cathedral, the immense facades of the Louvre buildingand Garniers Opera House. From the Place de la Concorde, its centre pierced by a hugeEgyptian obelisk, drive down the Champs lyses to Napoleons Arc de Triomphe. Yourtour concludes after a photo stop of the famous Eiffel Tower. The rest of the afternoonand four more full days are now yours to discover Paris at your leisure! (BB) DAY 7 PARIS.Your tour ends today. Transfers from the tour hotel arrive at Charles deGaulle Airport at 08.00 and 11.00hrs. (BB)

Tailor Your Own Itinerary ADD OR REDUCE NIGHTS Extra nights are available pre or post. A small reductionwill be made for missed nights if advised at time of booking.ADD PRIVATE AIRPORT TRANSFERS Free transfers are included at times shown in your itinerary; but private transfers are also available.TAKE TIME OUT WITH US- Complement your stay with options such as an excursionto the Palace of Versailles, see Mona Lisa in the Louvre Museum; watch the Can-Can at aParisian cabaret, wonder at the sparkling Illuminations of this City of Light.TAKE TIME OUT ON YOUR OWN Take a walk through the bohemian quarter of Montmartre or stroll through the Latin Quarter to the bouquinistes (second hand bookdealers) along the River Seine. Stop by the famous Fauchon for cake and coffee; seethe Impressionist masterpieces of Renoir, Cezanne and Monet at the Orsay Museum orperhaps visit the Lady with a Unicorn in the Cluny. Explore Paris on one of the 20,000vlib cycles now available for hire, or discover hidden Paris and the grave of Jim Morrisonin the Pre Lachaise Cemetery.YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE Available throughout your itinerary, your PersonalConcierge is a gold mine of information and assistance when it comes to friendly advice,booking or other arrangements for dining, sightseeing and additional activities

Discover hidden Paris, Pre Lachaise Cemetery Fountains and palaces in Piazza Navona, Rom

Low prices. Great quality. No hassles. Low prices. Great quality. No hassles.

NotesAll tours start Sunday and end Saturday.This is an independent vacation, with Insight representatives providing hosted services at your hotel

TOUR CODE:SW685

TOUR CODE:SW695

Starts /Ends ParisDepartures:

2010: Nov 07, 14, 21, 28. Dec 05, 122011: Jan 02, 09, 16, 23, 30. Feb 06, 13, 20, 27; Mar 06, 13, 20, 27

Starts /Ends RomeDepartures:

2010: Nov 06, 13, 20, 27 Dec 04, 11, 182011: Jan 01, 08, 15, 22, 29. Feb 05, 12, 19, 26; Mar 05, 12, 19, 26

NotesAll tours start Saturday and end Friday.This is an independent vacation, with Insight representatives providing hosted services at your hotel.


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Switzerland

Italy

Germany

LUCERNE(Day 6 and 7)

FRANKFURT(Day 1, 8 and 9)

MUNICH(Day 2 and 3)

SALZBURG(Day 4)

INNSBRUCK(Day 5)

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c e DAY 1 ARRIVE FRANKFURT.Welcome to Germany! From the Rhine Valleyto Alpine peaks, experience lively cosmopolitancities, historic old towns, and breathtakingnatural scenery. Yourairport shuttle servicefromFrankfurt Airport to the tour hotel departs at09:30 & 12:00. Later, anorientation tour shows you FrankfurtsRmerberg Square, St PaulsChurchand thebirthplaceof German novelist Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. Tonight, join yourTour Director for aWelcome Drink.(D)ae DAY 2 FRANKFURT ROTHENBURG MUNICH. Head to fortiedRothenburg,

overlooking the Tauber River. Enter throughmedieval walls and you are plunged back to the16th century. Follow the cobblestone streets tothe Market Square with its Town Hall.Perhapspop into the Christmas Shop where the festivespirit lives all year round. Now follow theRomantic Road to Munich. (BB)e DAY 3 MUNICH SIGHTSEEING. Yourorientation tour shows you theOlympic Stadium, Victory Archanduniversity concludingin the heart of Munich at theMarienplatzwithits soaringGothic Town Halland colourfulGlockenspiel. For those arriving beforeChristmas there is time to shop in the festiveChristmas market. Tonight, why not join thelocals and enjoy a foaming stein of beer at theworld famous Hofbruhaus? (BB)d DAY 4 MUNICH SALZBURG. DrivepastLake Chiemseeand cross the Austrianborder to Salzburg, alive with the sound of music. Walk with yourlocal guidethroughthe gardens of Mirabell Palaceto photographthe city skyline, crowned by the massiveHohensalzburg fortress. Then cross theSalzach River to seeMozarts birthplaceon theGetreidegasse, a lively shopping street linedwith attractive wrought iron signs. Now followthe narrow lanes to theCathedral Squaretoview the domedcathedraland theResidenz

Fountain.This afternoon is at leisure. (BB)e f DAY 5 SALZBURG INNSBRUCK.A scenic drive takes you through snow cappedmountains toInnsbruck . Visit theWiltenBasilica, its interior richly decorated withcherubs and angels, before continuing toOld Townto see theImperial Palaceand delightfulGolden Roof . The rest of the afternoon you areat leisure among the cafs of the Old Quarter.Tonight enjoy a Highlight Dinner of traditionalT yrolean cuisine!(BB,HD)e b DAY 6 INNSBRUCK LIECHTENSTEIN LUCERNE. Delightfulscenery abounds as you make your way to the Arlberg Tunnel. Stop inVaduz, capital of thePrincipality of Liechtenstein, one of Europessmallest countries. Cross the Swiss borderand continue to lake-sideLucerne. Your TourDirector will show you the covered, wooden

9 DAYS ~ GERMANY ~ AUSTRIA ~ SWITZERLAND

Enjoy views from the summit of Mt Pilatus

Winter Wonderlandwith Christmas MarketsHeres a chance to pullon your hat and coat,rub shoulders with thelocals and sip warmmulled wine at thecolourful markets. All thewhile basking in the glowof a typical EuropeanChristmas.

Chapel Bridge and youll learn about the stirringand poignant history of the Lion Monument.Then you are at leisure to shop for Swisswatches and delicious chocolate. (BB)a DAY 7 LUCERNE SIGHTSEEING. Thismorningtake the cable car to the summit of impressive Mount Pilatus, offering stunningviews of Lake Lucerne, the countryside and hills around.Later, back in Lucerne you are at

leisure in this beautiful city. Admire the superbbaroque Jesuit church, stroll along the lake sidepromenades, explore the old walls and watchtowers of the medieval fortications, or browsethe excellent shops. (BB,D)e DAY 8 LUCERNE RHINE FALLS HEIDELBERG FRANKFURT. First stop at Schaffhausento see the thunderingRhineFalls.Now cross the German border and drivedeep into theBlack Forest. Following the RhineValley north, head for the town of Heidelberg,dominated by its magnicent red sandstonecastle. Stroll through the old town or perhapssee the old Student Prison? After rejoining yourcoach, its not far to your Frankfurt hotel where

dinner awaits. (BB,D)DAY 9 FRANKFURT. After breakfast, theAirport shuttle to Frankfurt Airports Terminal 1arrives at 09.00 and Terminal 2 at 09:15. (BB)

a Included PremiumHighlights

Visit Rothenburg to see itsanimated town clock

Enjoy a ride by cable-car tothe summit of Mount Pilatusfor stunning Alpine views

b Included PersonalInsights

Learn about the poignanthistory of the LionMonument in Lucerne

Included AdditionalExcursions & Sights Drive along part of

Germanys Romantic Road Visit Munichs Marienplatz See the Olympic Stadium,

Victory Arch and university Visit Salzburgs Old Town &

see Mozarts birthplace Visit the Wilten Basilica & see

Innsbrucks Golden Roof Drive through the ArlbergTunnel and stop in Vaduz tosee the castle

View the Jesuit Church &Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

Visit the Rhine Falls and enjoya Black Forest drive

See Heidelbergs castle andvisit the Old Town.

Included First ClassServices Escorted by a professional

Tour Director Luxury air-conditioned 40

seat coach with extended legroom and onboard restroom

First Class hotels with allservice charges, taxes andporterage

Insight Traveller documentwallet, map book journal andinformation pack

Airport Shuttle arrivaland departure transfers atscheduled times on Day 1 andDay 9.

Included Quality Dining Highlight Dinner in Innsbruck

at a Tyrolean restaurant (HD) 8 Buffet breakfasts (BB),

3 three course table dhtedinners, or buffets,plus tea or coffee (D)

Christmas & New Years Evedepartures enjoy a festivecelebration dinner

Departure Dates

x Festive highlightsXmas/New Years Eve festive celebration dinner included Lucerne Christmas markets are closed on this departure.

^ All Christmas markets will be closed.All other departures offer you the opportunity to exploreChristmas markets in Frankfurt, Rothenburg, Munich,Salzburg, Innsbruck & Lucerne

StartsFrankfurt

EndsFrankfurt

Sat Nov 27 - Sun Dec 05Sat Dec 04 - Sun Dec 12Wed Dec 08 - Thu Dec 16Sat Dec 11 - Sun Dec 19Wed Dec 15 - Thu Dec 23

Sat Dec 18 - Sun Dec 26^ Mon Dec 27 - Tue Jan 04

TOUR CODE: W600


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Bridges across the Arno, Florence

Varied landscapes,magnificent scenery,history galore, atreasure trove of art andarchitecturew.a gloriousreflection of Europe ather best.

Highlights of Europe(formerly Winter Explorer)

France

Switzerland

Italy

Germany

Austria

Belgium

England

LONDON(Day 14)

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Calais

BrugesBRUSSELS

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Boppard

Bonn

St. Goar

RHINELAND(Day 2)

HeidelbergRothenburg

SALZBURG(Day 4)

VENICE(Day 5 and 6)

MUNICH(Day 3)

PARIS(Day 12 and 13)

Italian Lakes

LUCERNE(Day 10 and 11)

FLORENCE(Day 9)

ROME(Day 7 and 8)

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14 DAYS ~ ENGLAND ~ BELGIUM ~ GERMANY ~ AUSTRIA ~ ITALY ~ SWITZERLAND ~ FRAN CE

c eb DAY 1 LONDON BRUGES BRUSSELS. Transfer toDover and set sailfrom thewhite cliffsover to France. Drive intoBelgium for a stop in medievalBruges. Stroll bycanalsand alongcobbled streetsto theMain Square. Continue toBrussels, where you visittheGrand PlaceandMannekin Pisstatue.Your Tour Director introduces you to the world of Belgian beer!Valuable knowledge as you join your fellow guests for aWelcome Drink.ea DAY 2 BRUSSELS COLOGNE HEIDELBERG RHINELAND. Travelinto Germany to view the spires of Cologne

Cathedralbefore continuing along the Rhine,via Bonn, toBoppard . Join a highlight cruise pasthill-top castles and leafy vineyards to the villageof St Goar, near the Loreley Rock.Continue onto seeHeidelberg Castlebefore arriving at yourRhineland hotel. (BB,D)ae DAY 3 RHINELAND ROTHENBURG MUNICH. Stop in Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber, surrounded by medieval walls and watch towers. Continue along theRomantic Road toMunich.See theOlympic Stadium, Ludwigstrasse,MarienplatzandTown Hall. Tonight, maybesample a stein of beer in a local beer hall? (BB)d DAY 4 MUNICH SALZBURG. Driveto Salzburgin Austria. Sightseeing with alocal guideshows you thegardens of Mirabell Palace,the imposing fortress,cathedralandMozartsBirthplacein the livelyGetreidegasse. (BB,D)DAY 5 SALZBURG VENICE. Enjoy stunningscenery as you drive down to theCarinthianLake District. Cross the Italian border anddescend to the romantic city of Venice. (BB,D)ea DAY 6 VENICE SIGHTSEEING. Cruise by private launch to St.Marks Square.See theBridge of Sighs, Doges Palace, thebelltower, St. Marks Basilica and Clock Tower.Aftera demonstration of Venetian glass blowing,board a gondola for a ride through the canals.The afternoon is at leisure.(BB)DAY 7 VENICE ROME. Head south over theApennine Mountains and follow the Highwayof the Sun to Rome. (BB)da DAY 8 ROME SIGHTSEEING. Joinalocal guideto visit St Peters Basilicato seeMichelangelos Pieta. Drive across the Tibertovisit the Colosseum, and look out over theForum, centre of Roman commerce, law and religion.There is free time this afternoon. (BB)ad DAY 9 ROME FLORENCE. Driveto the Chianti Hills and the city of Florence. Alocal guide accompanies you to the statue of David in the Academy Gallery and on to theDuomo, where the Gates of Paradiseadorn theBaptistery . Continue to Signoria Squarelinedwith fountains and statues. In the area around Santa Croce Basilica, view ademonstration of leather work . Later, there is time to shop. (BB,D)

f DAY 10 FLORENCE LUCERNE. Journey north past theItalian Lake District to the Swiss border. Take the St Gotthard routeand enjoy Alpine scenery all the way toLucerne.Tonight, enjoy a Dine-Around eveningwhich offers a choice of dining experiences,atmosphere and cuisine.(BB,DA)ea DAY 11 LUCERNE SIGHTSEEING. First visit Lucernes emotiveLion Monument.

See the coveredChapel Bridgeand the JesuitChurch, thenenjoy a Premium Highlight ascentof Mount Pilatus by cog-wheel railway. From the summit, admire some of the best possible viewsof the snow-covered Alps.(BB,D)DAY 12 LUCERNE PARIS. Pass the Rhineport of Baselon your way to the French wineregion of Burgundy and glitteringParis. (BB)ad DAY 13 PARIS SIGHTSEEING. A guided sightseeing tour takes you pastNotreDame Cathedral, Louvre buildingand GarniersOpera House. Drive from thePlace de laConcordealong theChamps lysesto the Arcde Triomphe.Now ascend the Eiffel Tower.Theafternoon is at leisure. (BB)DAY 14 PARIS LONDON. Cross the WWIbattleelds to Calais and sail back to Dover.Continue to London, where your tour comes toan end. (BB)

Departure Dates

x Festive highlightsXmas/New Years Eve festive celebration dinner included

These departures offer you the opportunity to explorethe colourful Christmas markets in Salzburg or Lucerne.

StartsLondon

EndsLondon

Sat Nov 06 - Fri Nov 19Sat Nov 13 - Fri Nov 26Sat Nov 27 - Fri Dec 10Sat Dec 11 - Fri Dec 24

Sat Dec 18 - Fri Dec 31 Mon Dec 27 - Sun Jan 09

2011Sat Jan 08 - Fri Jan 21Sat Jan 22 - Fri Feb 04Sat Feb 05 - Fri Feb 18Sat Feb 19 - Fri Mar 04Sat Mar 05 - Fri Mar 18Sat Mar 19 - Fri Apr 01Sat Mar 26 - Fri Apr 08

TOUR CODE: W933

a Included PremiumHighlights

Romantic Rhine cruise Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber Venice gondola ride Visit the Colosseum and

view the Forum in Rome See the Statue of David inFlorences Academy Gallery Ascent of Mount Pilatus by

cog-wheel train & cable-car Ascend the Eiffel Towerb Included Personal

Insights Enjoy an introduction to

Belgian beerIncluded AdditionalExcursions & Sights Visit medieval Bruges Visit Brussels Grand Place View Cologne Cathedral See Heidelberg Castle Drive on the Romantic Road Visit Munichs Marienplatz See Mozarts Birthplace Cruise to St Marks Square in

Venice by private launch See the Doges Palace, Bridge

of Sighs and St Marks Basilica Visit St Peters Basilica See the Cathedral, Gates of

Paradise and Signoria Square View the Lion Monument,

and Chapel Bridge in Lucerne In Paris see Notre Dame, Arc

de Triomphe and drive alongthe Champs lyses

Venetian glass-blowing Florentine LeatherworkIncluded First ClassServices Escorted by a professional



Insight Hotels include taxes,service charges and porterage


Included Quality Dining Dine-Around evening in

Lucerne (DA) 13 enhanced or BuffetBreakfasts (BB) and 5 three

course table dhte dinners, orBuffets, plus tea or coffee (D)



Notre Dame Cathedral

Romantic Venice


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Italy

Brenta Canal

Bologna

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FLORENCE(Day 5 and 6)

ROME(Day 1, 2, 7 and 8)

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c DAY 1 ROME AT LEISURE. Welcome toItaly! On arrival at Romes Fiumicino Leonardoda Vinci Airport, yourairport shuttle service leaves for the tour hotel at 09:30, 12:30 &15:30. Then this historic city is yours to discover.Tonight, join your Tour Director and fellowpassengers for aWelcome Drink and dinner. (D) a d DAY 2 ROME SIGHTSEEING. Alocal guideintroduces the grandeur of thecity! Drive to the independentVatican State, the richest community in the world, tovisitthe vast St Peters Basilicawhere you admireone of Michelangelos early works,the Pieta, as well as the splendiddomecompleted afterhis death.Now relive the glory of ancient Romeas you cross the River Tiber to visit the mighty Colosseum. You also look out over the site of the Roman Forum, once the bustling centre of commerce, law and religion.The afternoon isfree to enjoy Rome at your own pace. (BB) DAY 3 ROME VENICE. Depart the EternalCity and follow the course of the River Tibernorth. Traverse the wild Apennine Mountains and descend to the fertile Po Valley. Tonightstay stay in Venice on the fashionable Lido, aglorious city of quaint bridges, ornate palaces,and gondolas. (BB,D) a e DAY 4 VENICE SIGHTSEEING.Appreciate the splendour of Venice as youcruise by Palladios San Giorgio Maggioreto StMarks Square.Your Tour Director will explainthe glorious history of La Serenissima, onceone of the greatest trading centres of the world its wealth and power is echoed by the richesof St Marks Basilica.See theDoges Palace and its adjoiningBridge of Sighs,then visit oneof the glass showroomsfor ademonstration of traditional craftsmanship, unchanged forcenturies.Relax and enjoy the atmosphere as you cruise along the Venetian canals by gondola. There is time to explore or browse through the

shops on the Rialto Bridge in the afternoon.Dont miss the chance to try the deliciousseafood, freshly caught in the lagoon. (BB) a b d DAY 5 VENICE FLORENCE.Begin your day with a scenic drivealong theBrenta Riviera,lined with classicalvillasof the Venetian nobility. Continue south, pastBologna, and follow the river Reno high into theApennines. As you drive through the peacefullandscapes of Tuscany , there is an informativetutorial about the Chianti wines that make thisregion so famous.On arrival in the Renaissancecity of Florence, visit the Academy Museum to see Michelangelos original Statue of David. Afterwards, walk with your guide to the marblecladCathedralandBaptistery,where GhibertisGates of Paradisehave been recreated inall their glory. Next stop is Signoria Square, political heart of the city and still an open air

8 DAYS ~ ITALY

The magic of Venice

Italian Intermezzo(formerly Amazing Italy)

Italys three most famousand best loved citiesreveal a treasure-troveof riches on this conciseyet surprisingly diverseand delightful itinerary.

gallery of Renaissance masterpieces. Finally,visit thechurch of Santa Croceto see thetombsof GalileoandMichelangelo.Tonight,there area selection of local restaurants to choose fromon your Dine-around evening.(BB,DA) DAY 6 FLORENCE AT LEISURE. Thismorning learn the secrets of traditionalFlorentine leatherwork.The rest of the day is yours to shop, explore or continue sightseeing

at your own pace. Consider taking an optionalexcursion into the Tuscan hills and medievalSan Gimignano before sampling some neFlorentine cuisine and Chianti wine. (BB) ad f DAY 7 FLORENCE ROME.Take the smooth autostrada back to Rome.Your Intermezzo reaches its crescendo at the VaticanMuseums. Wonder at the collection of ancientand Renaissance art gathered by Popes over theages, before entering the Sistine Chapel, wherethe Popes are elected. This is where your audioheadset comes into its own, providing clear,expert commentary from your local guide. Gazeup now and truly appreciate the signicance of Michelangelos famous painted ceiling.(BB) DAY 8 ROME. Bid farewell to the gloriesof Italy.Departure transfersarrive at RomesFiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 07:00 &09:30. (BB)

a Included PremiumHighlights Visit the Colosseum and see

the Forum to discover thewonders of ancient Rome

Cruise the canals of Venice ina traditional gondola

Visit the Statue of David inFlorences Academy Museum

Tour the Vatican Museumsand Sistine Chapel

b Included PersonalInsights Enjoy a short tutorial about

the Chianti wines of TuscanyIncluded AdditionalExcursions & Sights Tour St Peters Basilica Cruise to St Marks Square in

Venice by private launch See St Marks Basilica, Doges

Palace and Bridge of Sighs

Brenta Riviera scenic drive See the Cathedral, Gates of Paradise and Signoria Squarein Florence

Visit the tombs of Galileoand Michelangelo

Demonstrations of Florenceleatherwork and Venetianglass-blowing




Insight Hotels include taxes,service charges and porterage Insight Traveller document

wallet, map book journal andinformation pack

Airport Shuttle arrivaland departure transfers atscheduled times on Day 1and Day 8

Included Quality Dining Dine-Around evening in

Florence (DA) 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and

2 three-course table dhteDinners, or Buffets, plus teaor coffee (D)


Departure Dates


StartsRome EndsRome

Sat Nov 06 - Sat Nov 13Sat Nov 13 - Sat Nov 20Sat Nov 20 - Sat Nov 27Sat Nov 27 - Sat Dec 04Sat Dec 04 - Sat Dec 11Sat Dec 11 - Sat Dec 18

Mon Dec 20 - Mon Dec 27 Mon Dec 27 - Mon Jan 03

2011Mon Jan 03 - Mon Jan 10Sat Jan 15 - Sat Jan 22Sat Jan 29 - Sat Feb 05Sat Feb 12 - Sat Feb 19Sat Feb 26 - Sat Mar 05Sat Mar 05 - Sat Mar 12Sat Mar 12 - Sat Mar 19Sat Mar 19 - Sat Mar 26Sat Mar 26 - Sat Apr 02

TOUR CODE: W971

Michelangelos David

Romes Trevi Fountain



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Spain

PortugalMADRID

(Day 1, 8 and 9)

GRANADA(Day 2)

SEVILLE(Day 3 and 4)

LISBON(Day 5 and 6)

SALAMANCA(Day 7)

Toledo

AvilaFatima

c DAY 1 ARRIVE MADRID. Welcome toMadrid, Europes highest capital city. The airportshuttle departs Madrid Airport at 09.30, 11.30,14.00 & 17.00 hours. The rest of the day is atleisure. Tonight, enjoy aWelcome Drink with your Tour Director.ab DAY 2 MADRID TOLEDO GRANADA. Set off forToledo, situated high above the River Tagus. Walk through thecobbled streets to the great Gothic Cathedraland visit the Church of Santo Tom, housing oneof El Grecos most famous paintings.Continueon through the dry plains of La Mancha, beforecrossing the Sierra Nevada toGranada. (BB,D) d a DAY 3 GRANADA SEVILLE. Visitthe Alhambra Palace, built as a citadel by theMoors in the 13th century. You also visit theexotic water gardens of the Generalife, theroyal summer residence.Enjoy the neviewsover the town and its three verdant hills beforeembarking on a scenic drive to Seville. (BB) d a DAY 4 SEVILLE SIGHTSEEING. On yourguided sightseeing tour of Sevillevisit thetomb of Christopher Columbus in the cathedral. Back outside, admire the Alcazar , GiraldaTower and the atmosphere of the trendy SantaCruz Quarter . The rest of the day is at leisure.Perhaps, enjoy a amenco show tonight? (BB) DAY 5 SEVILLE LISBON. Bid adis toSeville and head for the green slopes of theSierra Morena. After crossing the Portugueseborder, continue through the innite horizonsof the Alentejo Plateau. Once over the amazingTagus Bridge, you arrive in historicLisbon. (BB)

9 DAYS ~ SPAIN ~ PORTUGAL

Monument to the Discoveries, just one of the highlights of Lisbon, Portug

Amazing Spain& PortugalFrom the cobbledstreets of Toledo to thearabesque Alhambraand Manueline Lisbon,this well planneditinerary highlightsthe culture, art andlandscapes of these twoamazing countries.

da DAY 6 LISBON SIGHTSEEING.A panoramic guided tour takes you along thespacious avenues of the Lower Town to theTerreiro do Paco, nest square in the city.Visit the Belem Quarter to see the modernMonument to the Discoveriesand the moreancientBelem Tower . It was erected to protect Jeronimos Monastery which you visit next.Then you are at leisure. (BB)e DAY 7 LISBON FATIMA SALAMANCA. Drive into the green hills northof Lisbon to visitthe Basilica at Fatima,themost celebrated place of pilgrimage in Portugal.Then cross the border back into Spain andcontinue to Salamanca, famous for its goldenstone buildings. During your stay see thearcadedPlaza Mayor , University BuildingsandPuente Romanobridge. (BB,D) e d f DAY 8 SALAMANCA AVILA MADRID. Cross the rock strewn hills of LaMorana, towards St. Theresas city of Avila, stillentirely enclosed within perfect11th century walls, and unique in Europe. Walk awhile withinthe ancient city, before returning toMadrid for a sightseeing tour . Here, yourlocal guide introduces you to thePlaza de Espaaand the statue of Cervantes, theRoyal Palace, Cibeles FountainandParliament.This evening, bid farewell to your new found friends with a lively Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant.(BB,HD) DAY 9 MADRID. The airport shuttle servicefrom the tour hotel arrives Madrid Airport at07.00, 09.00 & 11.00 hours. (BB)

a Included PremiumHighlights Visit the city of Toledo Visit the Alhambra Palace Visit the tomb of Columbus

in Seville Cathedral Visit Lisbons Belem Tower &

Monument to the Discoveries Visit Jeronimos Monasteryb Included PersonalInsights Learn about Toledo - where

four religions meetIncluded AdditionalExcursions & Sights See the Alcazar, Giralda

Tower & Santa Cruz Quarterin Seville

Visit the Basilica in Fatima See the Plaza Mayor and

Puente Romano bridge inSalamanca

Visit the walled town of Avila See the Puerta del Sol, GranVia, Royal Palace and CibelesFountain in Madrid






Airport Shuttle arrivaland departure transfers atscheduled times on Day 1and Day 9.

Included Quality Dining Highlight Dinner in Madrid

at a local restaurant (HD) 8 buffet breakfasts (BB),

2 three course table dhtedinners, or buffets, plus teaor coffee (D)


Departure Dates


StartsMadrid

EndsMadrid

Sat Nov 06 - Sun Nov 14Sat Nov 13 - Sun Nov 21Sat Nov 27 - Sun Dec 05Sat Dec 04 - Sun Dec 12

Sat Dec 18 - Sun Dec 26 Mon Dec 27 - Tue Jan 04

2011Sat Jan 08 - Sun Jan 16Sat Feb 12 - Sun Feb 20Sat Feb 26 - Sun Mar 06Sat Mar 05 - Sun Mar 13Sat Mar 12 - Sun Mar 20Sat Mar 19 - Sun Mar 27Sat Mar 26 - Sun Apr 03

TOUR CODE: W300


Tomb of Columbus in Seville

Alhambra Palace, Granada

Explore Spains former capital of Toledo


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Step into the heart of Marrakesh, Morocco

a Included PremiumHighlights Visit the city of Toledo Visit the tomb of Columbus

in Seville Cathedral Tour of the Alhambra Palace Visit Madrids Royal Palace

b Included PersonalInsights Enjoy a short tutorial on the

wines that complement yourmeal in Seville

Included AdditionalExcursions & Sights See the Plaza Mayor,

Cathedrals and Universitybuildings in Salamanca

Visit the Basilica in Fatima View Lisbons Belem Tower &

Monument to the Discoveries View Sevilles Alcazar, Giralda

Tower & Santa Cruz quarter See the Rock of Gibraltar See the Medina and Casbah

of Tangier Visit the Medina and shop for

Moroccan carpets in Fez Visit Marrakeshs Saadi Tombs View the Royal Palace and

Hassan Tower in Rabat See Madrids Cervantes

Monument, Cibeles Fountainand drive the Gran Via




Insight Hotels include taxes,service charges and porterage Insight Traveller document

wallet, map book journal andinformation pack

Airport Shuttle arrivaland departure transfers atscheduled times on Day 1and Day 17.

Included Quality Dining Seville Highlight Dinner and

Flamenco Show (HD) Fez Highlight Dinner, Folklore

Show and belly dancing (HD) Dine Around evening in

Granada. (DA). 16 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and

5 three-course table dhteDinners, or Buffets, plus tea orcoffee (D)


A kaleidoscopicadventure that takes youfrom some of the mostcosmopolitan cities of Europe, to an exotic andvivid land of medinasand minarets.

Treasures of Spain,Portugal & Morocco

Spain

Portugal

Morocco

GRANADA(Day 15)

COSTA DEL SOL(Day 14)

Gibraltar

FEZ(Day 9 and 10)

MARRAKESH(Day 11and 12)

Casablanca

RABAT(Day 13)

TANGIER(Day 8)

Tarifa

SEVILLE(Day 6 and 7)

LISBON(Day 4 and 5)

Valdepeas

Fatima Avila

SALAMANCA(Day 3)

MADRID(Day 1, 2, 16, and 17)

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17 DAYS ~ SPAIN ~ PORTUGAL ~ MOROCCO

c DAY 1 MADRID AT LEISURE. Welcometo Madrid - Europes highest capital! On arrivalat Madrid Airport, yourairport shuttle service leaves for the tour hotel at 09:30, 11:30, 14:00and 17:00. As evening falls, get to know yourfellow passengers over aWelcome Drink.a d DAY 2 MADRID SIGHTSEEING. A guided tour shows you thePuerta del Sol, GranVia, Paseo de la Castellana, Cibeles Fountain and theCervantes Monumentin thePlaza deEspaa. Now enjoy a highlight visit to the stateapartments of the Royal Palace.Later, perhapsconsider a visit to the Prado museum. (BB)

a e dDAY 3 MADRID TOLEDO

SALAMANCA. Walk through Toledos mazeof cobbled streets to the Cathedral. See the old synagogue and admire El Grecos masterpiecein the chapel of Santo Tom.Continue past thewalls of St Theresas Avilato Salamanca. See thePlaza Mayor,theNew and Old Cathedralsandtheuniversity buildings.DAY 4 SALAMANCA FATIMA LISBON.

Drive across the Portuguese frontier toFatimato visit the great white Basilicabeforecontinuing to the capital,Lisbon. (BB) d DAY 5 LISBON SIGHTSEEING.Sightseeing with yourlocal guide,shows you Sao Jorge Castle,theMonument to theDiscoveries, Belem Tower and JeronimosMonastery.This afternoon is at leisure. (BB) a b f d DAY 6 LISBON SEVILLE.Leave Lisbon via theTagus Bridgeand drivethrough the Alentejo region into Spain. In Seville, join a local guide to visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus in the Cathedral.Continue to theGiralda Tower, Alcazar and Santa Cruz quarter. Enjoy a Highlight dinner and Flamenco show plus a short presentation on the regional winesthat complement your meal.(BB,HD) DAY 7 SEVILLE AT LEISURE. Theday is free to take in more sights of your choice. Perhapstake an optional excursion to Cordoba? (BB)

DAY 8 SEVILLE GIBRALTAR TANGIER.Cross intoGibraltar to explore the town andtake a trip to the top of the Rock to see the fortications, St Michaels Caveand theBarbary Apes.Then sail from Tarifa to Morocco.(BB,D) f d DAY 9 TANGIER FEZ. On a sightseeing tour of Tangier,see theMedinaandCasbahbefore continuing to Fez.Enjoy a superbMoroccan Dinner and a Folklore Show withdrums and belly dancing.(BB,HD)d DAY 10 FEZ SIGHTSEEING. During a guided tour visit theMedinaand thewalled city of hidden courtyards, mosques and tiny workshops,the ancientbazaar and acarpetco-operative.Afterwards, consider visiting thefascinating Berber village of Meknes. (BB,D)DAY 11 FEZ MARRAKESH. Travel via therugged Atlas Mountains,past mud-walledvillages toMarrakesh. (BB,D)

d DAY 12 MARRAKESH SIGHTSEEING.On a guided tour,see theKoutobia Minaret,visit the Saadi Tombs,andexplore the Medina.The tour ends amid the acrobats, dancers andfortune tellers of Jemaa el Fna Square.(BB)

e DAY 13 MARRAKESH RABAT. Head toCasablancafor anorientation tour.Continueto the modern capitalRabatwhere you see theRoyal Palace and Hassan Tower.(BB, D)DAY 14 RABAT COSTA DEL SOL. Sail back across the Straits of Gibraltar . Disembark at theport of Tarifa and travel along the sun drenchedCosta del Solto your hotel. (BB)a d f DAY 15 COSTA DEL SOL GRANADA. Drive past olive groves to hilltopGranada. Tour the fabulous Alhambra Palacewith a local guide and visit the exotic water gardens of the Generalife.This eveningchoose from a selection of restaurants for your dining pleasure. Hotel: Saray (BB,DA)DAY 16 GRANADA MADRID. TravelthroughLa Mancha, via the wine centre of Valdepeas,its roads lined with bodegas. (BB)

Departure Dates


StartsMadrid

EndsMadrid

Fri Nov 05 - Sun Nov 19Fri Nov 12 - Sun Nov 26Fri Nov 26 - S un Dec 10Fri Dec 03 - S un Dec 24

Fri Dec 17 - S un Dec 31 Mon Dec 27 - Wed Jan 09

2011Fri Jan 07 - Sun Jan 23Fri Jan 14 - Sun Jan 30Fri Feb 11 - Sun Feb 27Fri Feb 25 - Sun Mar 13Fri Mar 04 - Sun Mar 20Fri Mar 11 - Sun Mar 27Fri Mar 18 - Sun Apr 03Fri Mar 25 - Sun Apr 10

TOUR CODE: W942

DAY 17 MADRID. Your tour draws to a closetoday.Departure transfersarrive at MadridAirport at 07:00, 09:00 & 11:00. (BB)


Why not enjoy a buggy ride in Seville

Fez dinner & show


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CASABLANCA(Day 1, 8 and 9)

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c D AY 1 ARRIVE CASABLANCA. Welcometo Morocco, a land so intrinsically beautiful,it has attracted seekers of the exotic over thecenturies. On arrival at Casablanca Airport, yourairport shuttle serviceleaves for the tour hotelat 09:00, 11:00, 13:00 & 15:00. Then relax andsettle in. Tonight join your Tour Director andfellow travellers for aWelcome Drink.(D) ad DAY 2 CASABLANCA RABAT MEKNES FEZ. After a sightseeing tour of Casablanca,depart for the capitalRabatto seethemausoleum of King Mohammed V and theRoyal Palace.Now on to one of the kingdoms

imperial cities,Meknes,dating back to the 11thcentury. Make arare highlight visit inside themosque and see Bab el-Mansour gateway beforecontinuing to Fez. (BB,D) f d DAY 3 FEZ SIGHTSEEING. A daypacked with fantastic sights and smells as youtour this carefully preserved university city .Visit themedinaof Fez and walk through itsold streets. See one of theoldest universities inthe world,taking time to haggle in theBazaar and seeMoroccan pottery.Oriental rugs arean attraction for bargain hunters witnessthis most important handicraft of Fez.Enjoy a superb Moroccan dinner and a folklore show with drums and belly dancing.(BB,HD) DAY 4 FEZ ZIZ GORGES ERFOUD.Leave the bustle of the city behind and headfor the snow-cappedHigh Atlas Mountains. Pass through Ifrane before reaching the greatcedar forests of Azrou. Travel up through themagnicent Ziz Gorges,past palm fringedtowns to Er Rachidia. Your destination isErfoud, on the edge of the Sahara Desert. (BB,L,D) DAY 5 ERFOUD TODRA GORGE DADES

VALLEY OUARZAZATE. This morningthere is the option of taking camels into theSahara to witness the glorious sunrise. Later,venture towards the oasis of Tinehir, notedfor its silver and jewellery workshops. Take adetour to explore theTodra Gorge the GrandCanyon of the Sahara. At Boumalne-du-Dades,encounter the dry ruggedDades Valley,dottedwith oases of gs, olives, date palms and withcastellated mud houses hugging the slopes.The route concludes atOuarzazate,lm capitalof Morocco, with everything from Lawrence of Arabia to Star Wars being lmed here. (BB,L,D) DAY 6 OUARZAZATE AIT BENHADDOU

MARRAKESH. Get your cameras readyas you stop at the village of At Benhaddou, boasting one of Moroccos nest kasbahs. Continue via the spectacularTizi nTichkaPassbefore descending past charming mountainvillages, dense woods and green elds to theochre coloured city of Marrakesh.(BB,D) b d DAY 7 MARRAKESH. Sightseeingincludes an exploration of the fascinatingMedina(old town), theKoutoubia Mosque, whose minaret dominates the Marrakesh

9 DAYS ~ MOROCCO

Colourful life in the medinas

Best of Morocco(formerly Amazing Morocco)Morocco is a colourful

mix of Islamic, Arabicand African influences.Spain and Francehave left their marktoo, making for a richand unique travelexperience.

skyline, and avisit to the secluded tombs of the Saadi dynasty,hidden behind high walls. Aftersome time to watch the dancers, storytellersand acrobats at the bustlingDjemaa El Fna Square,take a scenic drive south of Marrakeshto the beautifulOurika Valley. Visit a Moroccan family home to witness a traditional mint tea preparation ceremony before returning to your hotel.Tonight, maybe consider an optionalhorse and buggy ride to the magical Jemaa elFna Square to enjoy the sights and sounds bynight, followed by dinner in a typical Moroccanrestaurant? (BB) DAY 8 MARRAKESH CASABLANCA. Headback toCasablancatoday. Spend your lastafternoon at leisure, enjoying this vibrant city at your own pace. (BB,D)DAY 9 CASABLANCA. Your tour comesto an end today.Departure transfersarrive atCasblanca Airport at 07:00, 10:00 & 12:00. (BB)

a Included PremiumHighlights In Meknes, visit one of the

few Islamic religious buildingsopen to non-Muslims

b Included PersonalInsights Visit a Moroccan family

home to witness a traditionalmint tea preparationceremony

Included AdditionalExcursions & Sights View the Royal Palace,

Mohammed V Mausoleumand Hassan Tower in Rabat

Visit the Bab el-MansourGate in Meknes

Visit the Medina and shop forMoroccan carpets in Fez

Visit the pottery workshopsof Fez

See the Ziz Gorges and theOasis Region of Tinehir View the spectacular scenery

of the High and Middle AtlasMountains

Visit the Kasbah of AitBenhaddou

Visit the Saadi Tombs andsee the Koutobia Minaret inMarrakesh







Included Quality Dining Highlight Dinner and Folklore

Show with belly dancing inFez (HD)

8 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2

Lunches (L), 6 three-coursetable dhte Dinners, orBuffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


Departure Dates

x Festive highlightsXmas/New Years Eve festive celebration dinner includedRiad Upgrade:Instead of staying at the tour hotel inFez and Marrakesh, Insight offers you the opportunity of upgrading to Riad style accommodation. Originally noblehomes, Riads typically feature exotic gardens, fountainsand Moroccan architecture. Bedrooms are well equippedwith traditional furnishings and private facilities.

StartsCasablanca EndsCasablanca

Sat Nov 06 - Sun Nov 14Sat Nov 13 - Sun Nov 21Sat Nov 27 - Sun Dec 05

Sat Dec 18 - Sun Dec 26 Mon Dec 27 - Tue Jan 04

2011Sat Jan 08 - Sun Jan 16Sat Feb 05 - Sun Feb 13Sat Feb 19 - Sun Feb 27Sat Mar 12 - Sun Mar 20Sat Mar 19 - Sun Mar 27Sat Mar 26 - Sun Apr 03

TOUR CODE: W938


Ait Benhaddou


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Cesky Krumlov

Here are three differentcities, each with theirown story to tell, yetall related in some way.Their history and cultureintertwined by theubiquitous Hapsburgsand waters of the blueDanube.

Vienna, Prague& Budapestwith Christmas Markets

RepublicCzech

Slovakia

Hungary

Austria

PRAGUE(Day 2and 3)

BUDAPEST(Day 4 and 5)

VIENNA(Day 1, 6 and 7)

Brno

Bratislava

Tabor

Cesky Krumlov

7 DAYS ~ AUSTRIA ~ CZECH REPUBLIC ~ SLOVAKIA ~ HUNGARY

c DAY 1 ARRIVE VIENNA. Welcome toVienna! On arrival at Vienna Airport there is anairport shuttle service to your hotel at 09.00,12.00 & 15.00 hours.The rest of the day is atleisure. Maybe stroll amid the statues of thecitys greatest musicians in the City Park? Asnight falls, enjoy aWelcome Drink with yourfellow travellers and Tour Director.a DAY 2 VIENNA CESKY KRUMLOV PRAGUE. Leave Vienna and cross the Czechborderto visit enchanting Cesky Krumlov,nestled on the banks of the Vltava River.On days when snow blankets the medievalbuildings and wood smoke pervades the narrow cobbled streets - its a scene straight out of a

Christmas card! Spend some time exploring thelittle back lanes and arch covered footpaths- not forgetting the outstanding castle whichoverlooks the town, considered by many to bethe countrys nest.This afternoon, continuenorth through the forested countryside of Bohemia to Golden Prague. (BB,D) d DAY 3 PRAGUE SIGHTSEEING. Sightseeing with yourlocal guidereveals thehighlights of the Czech capital. Begin at thelofty heights of Prague Castle, dominated bythe spires of St. Vitus Cathedral. Walk throughmedieval cobbled streets, past beautiful palaces,and enjoyviewsover the city. Now descend andcross the river tothe Old Town Squarewith itsancient buildings, churches andastronomicalclock . For those travelling in December, besure to grab a sausage and mulled wine at thebrightly decorated Christmas Markets! (BB) DAY 4 PRAGUE BRATISLAVA

BUDAPEST. The smooth motorway windsthrough peaceful farmland to the Slovakianborder. Arrive in the fortied capital of Bratislavaby lunch time. Time here to walkfrom the banks of the Danube to theOld Towns historic squares ; all the while the fourtoweredBratislava Castlelooms over the city.The Hungarian border is only a proverbialstones throw away. Your destination is elegantBudapest, Queen of the Danube (BB,D) d DAY 5 BUDAPEST SIGHTSEEING. This morning join alocal guidefor a strollthrough theold town of Buda, perched highabove the Danube. Admire the view from the

Fishermans Bastion, andvisit Matthias Church,with its incredible interior decoration. Nowenjoy anotherne view from theold citadelon Gellert Hill, before crossing the Danube to thecommercial Pest district. See theParliamentbuildingand visitHeroes Square. This afternoonis at leisure. Perhaps join the shoppers amidthe boutiques of Vaci street? In December, thestreet will be colourfully lit and the Christmasfair will be in full swing! (BB) ab f DAY 6 BUDAPEST VIENNA.A leisurely drive today returns you to Vienna.On arrival alocal guidereveals all the highlightsof this grand city.First a visit to the glorious Schnbrunn Palace, built as a summer residenceduring the Golden Age of the Hapsburg Empire. Now into the city centre totour the Ring Street.Pass magnicentSt Charles church, the Vienna State Opera House, the spires of theCity Halland the Parliament. Finally catch a glimpse of Strauss in the Stadtpark before free time forshopping this afternoon.This evening, enjoy aHighlight Dinner at a local restaurant.(BB,HD) DAY 7 VIENNA. The airport shuttle servicearrives at Vienna Airport at07.00 and 09.00hours where your tour ends. (BB)

Departure Dates

x Festive highlights

Xmas/New Years Eve festive celebration dinner includedExplore the colourful Christmas markets in Prague,Budapest & Vienna on these departures. A curtailed selection of Christmas Markets are availableon these departures.

StartsVienna

EndsVienna

Sun Nov 07 - Sat Nov 13 Sun Nov 14 - Sat Nov 20

Sun Nov 28 - Sat Dec 04Sun Dec 05 - Sat Dec 11Sun Dec 12 - Sat Dec 18

Mon Dec 20 - S un Dec 26 Mon Dec 27 - Sun Jan 02

2011Sun Jan 02 - Sat Jan 08Sun Jan 16 - Sat Jan 22Sun Feb 06 - Sat Feb 12Sun Feb 20 - Sat Feb 26Sun Mar 06 - Sat Mar 12Sun Mar 13 - Sat Mar 19Sun Mar 20 - Sat Mar 26Sun Mar 27 - Sat Apr 02

TOUR CODE: W700

a Included PremiumHighlights Explore the cobbled streets

of Cesky Krumlov and see themedieval castle

In Vienna enjoy a guided visitto magnicent Schnbrunn

Palace and gardensb Included PersonalInsights Learn about the legendary

meeting between Mozartand Marie Antoinette inSchnbrunn Palace.

Included AdditionalExcursions & Sights Walk within the walls of

Prague Castle Visit St Vitus Cathedral See the Astronomical Clock

in Pragues Old Town Square Visit the Matthias Church

Enjoy views from FishermansBastion in Buda Look out over Budapest from

the heights of Gellert Hill See the Parliament Building Visit Heroes Square in Pest See the Opera House,

Parliament building & StCharles Church in Vienna




Insight Hotels includetaxes, service charges andporterage



Included Quality Dining Highlight Dinner in Vienna at

a local restaurant (HD) 6 buffet breakfasts (BB),

2 three course table dhte

dinners, or buffets, plus teaor coffee (D) Christmas & New Years Eve

departures enjoy a festivecelebration dinner


Budapest

Pragues Astronomical Clock


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Greece

ATHENS(Day 1, 2, 6 and 7)

Corinth CanalMycenaeOLYMPIA

(Day 3)

Patras

Metora

KALAMBAKA(Day 5)

DELPHI(Day 4)

Thermopylae

A r k a d i a

T h e s s a l y

c DAY 1 ATHENS AT LEISURE. Welcometo Athens, City of the Gods, and the cradle of European civilisation! You aremet at the airportand transferred to your tour hotel. Then thereis time to settle in and relax or start exploring.Later, get to know your fellow travellers over aWelcome Drink . (D) a d DAY 2 ATHENS SIGHTSEEING.All the glories of Athens are on display on your sightseeing tour this morning.Highlight of thetour is the Parthenon, built atop the Acropolis tohouse the long vanished statue of the goddess Athena Parthenos.You also seethe Temple of Zeus, the Temple of the Wingless Victory andHadrians Arch- a magnicent list of treasuresfrom the Classical age. This evening, why not join your fellow guests for a night of traditionalGreek food, dancing and music? (BB) d DAY 3 ATHENS MYCENAE OLYMPIA. Follow the shores of the Saronic

Gulf to theCorinth Canal- an amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese frommainland Greece. Continue to the ancientruined city of Mycenae. Walk through theLionGateand seethe giant Cyclopean stoneswhichwere used to build the city walls. Visit theroyalbeehive tombswhere the archaeologistHeinrich Schliemann uncovered golden treasureand hear tales of Agamemnon. Now adelightfuldrivetakes you through the mountains of Arkadia to arrive atOlympia. (BB,D) d DAY 4 OLYMPIA DELPHI. See theOlympic Stadiumwhere the original gameswere rst held in 776BC, plus the athletes gymnasiumand the citys ancienttemples. Then head north to Patras on the tip of thePeloponnese and cross the soaringRio-Antiriobridgeto the mainland. Follow the coast toancient Delphi. (BB,D)

7 DAYS ~ GREECE CLASSICAL TOUR

The majestic Parthenon

Glories of Greece

A classic journey back

to the 5th Century BC,when the Athenianserected the Parthenon,Delphi was in its heydayand the games atOlympia was the talk of the Mediterranean.

Departure Dates

Notes

Due to local schedules, religious festivals and otherunforeseen circumstances the order of this itinerary maychange at short notice.Visa Requirements: Check with your Travel Agent about visas for t his tour.

StartsAthens

EndsAthens

Sat Nov 06 - Fri Nov 12Sat Nov 20 - Fri Nov 26Sat Dec 04 - Fri Dec 10

Sat Dec 11 - Fri Dec 17Sat Dec 18 - Fri Dec 24

2011Sat Feb 05 - Fri Feb 11Sat Feb 12 - Fri Feb 18Sat Feb 19 - Fri Feb 25Tue Feb 22 - M on Feb 28Sat Feb 26 - Fri Mar 04Tue Mar 01 - M on Mar 07Sat Mar 05 - Fri Mar 11Tue Mar 08 - M on Mar 14Sat Mar 12 - Fri Mar 18Tue Mar 15 - M on Mar 21Sat Mar 19 - Fri Mar 25Tue Mar 22 - M on Mar 28Sat Mar 26 - Fri Apr 01Tue Mar 29 - M on Apr 04

TOUR CODE: W951

DAY 5 DELPHI KALAMBAKA. In antiquity,the ancients believedDelphi to be the centreof the universe. Ascend the Sacred Way,oncelined with offertory temples and statues. Seethe splendidTreasury of the Atheniansand thePolygonal Wall,its stones so perfectly ttedtogether that even thousands of years have notharmed it. Now approach theTemple of Apollo itself, where the Oracle of Delphi breathed herenigmatic words. Now head into the heartof Greece. Stop at the pass atThermopylae, famous for its heroic defence byLeonidasandhis courageous Spartans. Continue through themarket town of Trikala, renowned in ancienttimes for its sanctuary to Asklepios. Stay inKalambakatonight. (BB,D) a DAY 6 KALAMBAKA ATHENS. Afterbreakfast,visit one of the amazing monasteriesknown as Metora, which means in the air,incredibly perched on top of pinnacles of rock.Enjoy the stunning viewsover thePeneios Valley andPindos Mountainsthen a scenic drive alongthe coast returns you to Athens. Perhaps roundoff your tour with a celebration Greek styledinner at a local taverna? (BB) DAY 7 ATHENS. Sadly, your tour comes toan end today. Perhaps time to buy those lastminute souvenirs beforetransferring to Athensairportfor your onward ight. (BB)

a Included PremiumHighlights Climb the Acropolis to

the Parthenon and enjoyamazing views over Athens

Visit one of the monasteriesof Metora perched atop

towering pinnacles of rockIncluded AdditionalExcursions & Sights See Hadrians Arch, the

Temple of the WinglessVictory and Temple of Zeusin Athens

Cross the Corinth Canal Walk through the Lion Gate

past the Cyclopean Stones toMycenaes beehive tombs

Tour the original OlympicGames site seeing theGymnasium and OlympicStadium

In Delphi, ascend the SacredWay to the Temple of Apollo

Hear tales of Leonidas andhis heroic Spartans at thepass of Thermopylae

Included First ClassServices Services of Insights

professional multilingualTour Director Days 2 - 6

Luxury air-conditioned 40seat coach with extended legroom and onboard restroom

Athens hotel including servicecharges, taxes and porterage

Insight Traveller document

wallet, map book journal andinformation pack Services of Insights resident

manager in Athens Arrival & departure transfers

between the airport and yourInsight tour hotel

Included Quality Dining 6 Breakfasts (BB), and 4

special-menu Dinners, orBuffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

Meteora

Colourful locals



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The Blue Mosque at night

a Included PremiumHighlights Highlight Bosphorus cruise Explore underground houses

and churches in Greme Visit the well preserved

Roman Theatre at Aspendos

Visit Pamukkales CottonCastle & ruins of Hierapolis Tour ancient Ephesus Visit Gallipolis Anzac Cove

and Lone Pine Cemetery Visit the Topkapi Palaceb Included PersonalInsights A complete guide on how to

haggle in the Grand Bazaar!Included AdditionalExcursions & Sights Visit the ruins of St. Sophia

and see the city walls in Iznik Visit Bursas Grand Mosque,

Green Mosque and Tomb Visit Ataturks tomb and the

Hittite Museum in Ankara Visit Haci Bektas mausoleum Visit Sultanhani Caravanserai Tour an underground city Visit Konya Mevlana Museum Visit Perges ancient ruins Visit the Temple of Aphrodite Visit the House of the

Virgin Mary and SelukArcheological Museum

Visit ancient Pergamon View the Trojan Horse Visit Istanbuls Blue Mosque

and Basilica of St. SophiaIncluded First ClassServices Insight Hotels include service

charges, taxes and porterage Luxury air-conditioned 40


Insights professional TourDirector escorts & guides you


Arrival & departure transfersbetween the airport and yourInsight tour hotel

Included Quality Dining A folklore show in an

underground cave (HD) 14 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and

10 special-menu Dinners, orBuffets, plus tea or coffee (D)


In ancient times, Turkeywas a pivotal player inthe Western world. Itsin vogue once again, butthis time its the historicsites, natural wondersand great value formoney that are drawingthe crowds.

Treasures of Turkey

Turkey

ISTANBUL(Day 1, 13, 14 and 15)

Iznik

Seluk

Troy

Pergamon

Gordion

BURSA(Day 2)

ANKARA(Day 3)

Aspendos

Perge

KONYA(Day 6)

ANAKKALE(Day 12)

Gallipoli

Ephesus

IZMIR(Day 11)

PAMUKKALE(Day 9)

ANTALYA(Day 7 and 8)

GremeZelve Valley

UhisarCAPPADOCIA(Day 4 and 5) Kaymakli

A e g

e a n

C o a s t

KUSADASI(Day 10)

15 DAYS ~ TURKEY

c DAY 1 ISTANBUL AT LEISURE.Welcometo Turkey! You are met at the airport andtransferred to your hotel. Settle in and relax, orstart exploring this glorious city! This evening join your Tour Director for aWelcome Drink .a DAY 2 ISTANBUL IZNIK BURSA.Embark on a Highlight Bosphorus cruise pastOttoman palaces, mansions and fortresses. Leave Istanbul now, bound for Iznik.Visit theruins of St Sophia and see the city wallsbeforecontinuing to Bursa where there is time tohaggle in the bazaar and silk markets. (BB,D) DAY 3 BURSA CUMALIKIZIK ANKARA.Visit BursasGreen Mosque and Mausoleumcomplex and Grand Mosquebefore driving toCumalikizik Villagewith its wooden housesand cobblestone streets.Visit Gordion,whereAlexander the Great cut the Gordion Knot, enroute to Turkeys capital, Ankara. (BB,D)

d DAY 4 ANKARA CAPPADOCIA.Sightseeing includes a fascinatingvisit to theHittite Museum. You alsovisit the mausoleum of the great Ataturk . Drive to themausoleum of Haci Bektasbefore reaching your hotel.(BB,D) a f DAY 5 CAPPADOCIA GREMEEXCURSION.Visit some of Gremes rock-carved churches and ancient frescoes in theopen-air museum as well as the Zelve valley,dotted with troglodyte dwellings.Visit theunderground city of Kaymakli and see the coneof Uchisar .Dinner at the hotel is followed by a folklore show in an underground cave.(BB,HD) DAY 6 CAPPADOCIA KONYA.Visit theCaravanserai of Sultanhani before driving toKonya, which was once the home of the mysticWhirling Dervishes.Visit the Mevlana Museum, with its beautiful turquoise dome, and see theKaratay Medrese and Ince Minaret. (BB,D)

Departure Dates

StartsIstanbul

EndsIstanbul

Sun Nov 07 - Sun Nov 21Sun Nov 14 - Sun Nov 28Sun Nov 28 - S un Dec 12

Sun Dec 26 - Sun Jan 092011

Sun Jan 30 - S un Feb 13Sun Feb 20 - Sun Mar 06Sun Feb 27 - Sun Mar 13Sun Mar 06 - Sun Mar 20Sun Mar 13 - Sun Mar 27Thu Mar 17 - Thu Mar 31Sun Mar 20 - Sun Apr 03Thu Mar 24 - Thu Apr 07

Sun Mar 27 - Sun Apr 10Thu Mar 31 - Thu Apr 14

TOUR CODE: W949

a DAY 7 KONYA ASPENDOS PERGE ANTALYA.Visit perhaps the best preserved Roman theatre in the world at Aspendos.Driveto the Roman city of Perge where chariot rutscan still be seen. Visit the greattheatre, stadiumand gate-towers. Tonight, enjoya walking tour of Antalyas Old Town. (BB,D) DAY 8 ANTALYA AT LEISURE.The day is setaside for you to relax and enjoy Antalya at yourown pace. (BB,D)a DAY 9 ANTALYA PAMUKKALE.Crossthe Taurus mountains on your way toPamukkale.On arrival,visit the ruins of Hierapolis and thedazzling white limestone terraces. (BB,D)DAY 10 PAMUKKALE KUSADASI.Visitthe Temple of Aphrodite at Aphrodisiasbeforefollowing the Maeander River valley to yourbeach-front hotel in Kusadasi. (BB,D)a DAY 11 KUSADASI EPHESUS IZMIR.Tour one of the worlds nestarcheological sites, Ephesus. Visit the Amphitheatre and walk along the Arcadian Way to the Library of Celsus.Above the ruins,visitthe House of the Virgin Mary, before viewing theartefacts in the Ephesus Archeological Museum. Stay overnight in the port of Izmir. (BB,D)DAY 12 IZMIR PERGAMON ANAKKALE.Stop inPergamonto visitthe Acropolis, Temple of Athena and library. Also seethe Red Courtyard and ruins of the Asklepion. Drive to Homers Troy where thereare remains of nine cities built on top of eachother and a reconstructedwooden horse. Theevening is spent in anakkale. (BB,D)a DAY 13 ANAKKALE GALLIPOLI ISTANBUL.Cross the Dardanelle Straits byferry and continue to theGallipoli Peninsula, scene of erce ghting in World War One.Pay

your respects at Anzac Cove and visit the LonePine Cemetery before returning to Istanbul. (BB)a b d DAY 14 ISTANBULSIGHTSEEING.Visit the Blue Mosque and the Hippodrome,where Roman chariot raceswere held. Alsovisit St Sophia,which is nowa magnicent museum. The afternoon isdedicated to the Topkapi Palace, home of theOttoman sultans for nearly 400 years.Finishat theGrand Bazaar where your guide explainsthe time-honoured ritual of bargaining!Perhapssome dinner and belly-dancing tonight? (BB)DAY 15 ISTANBUL.The tour ends today withtransfersto the airport. (BB)

Aspendos

Cappadocia




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TEL AVIV

(Da y 1 a nd 2 )

GALILEE(Day 3)

DEAD SEA(Day 4)

JERUSALEM(Day 5, 6, 7 and 8)

Jaffa

Masada

Qumran

Ben Gurion Airport

Caesarea

CapernaumMount of Beatitudes Acre

Haifa

Nazareth

Israel

DAY 1 TEL AVIV AT LEISURE.Welcometo Israel - one of the worlds oldest and mostmagnicent centres of faith and civilisation. Youare met at Ben Gurion airport and transferredto your hotel for a two-night stay.a f DAY 2 TEL AVIV SIGHTSEEING.Your Tel Aviv city tour reveals all the highlights:theHabimah National Theatre, Rabin Square and theCarmel market.At the ancient port of Jaffavisit the ea marketand explore theartists galleries.Visit Mini Israel, a miniature park featuring 330 replica models showcasing Israelscultural, historic and religious diversity. Tonight

enjoy a Shabbat dinner at your hotel.(BB,HD) b DAY 3 TEL AVIV GALILEE.Drivealong the coastal road to visit theRoman and Crusader ruinsatCaesarea. Travel viaHaifa,Israels northern port to Acre, old stompingground of Richard the Lionheart. See the fortress,theold harbour areaandCrusader cryptbeforecontinuing toNazareth. Visit theChurch of the Annunciation, on the site where the angel is saidto have appeared to Mary.The day concludeswith a visit to a Kibbutz for a brief introduction tothis communal way of life.(BB,D) a DAY 4 GALILEE DEAD SEA. Startthe day with a morning boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Visit the ancient wooden boat, dating

back to the times of Jesus. VisitCapernaum where Jesus is said to have entered theSynagogue and taught, and then head to theMount of Beatitudes, where He preached theSermon on the Mount. Now journey along the Jordan valley to the shores of the Dead Sea, thelowest point on Earth,where you enjoy a dip inthe therapeutic and mineral-rich waters.(BB,D) a DAY 5 DEAD SEA JERUSALEM.In thecool of the morning, take a thrilling cable-car ride up to the awe-inspiring hill top fortress of Masada. Later, pass the caves of Qumran,wherethe Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, beforedriving through the Judean hills to Jerusalem.Begin your sightseeing with abreathtaking view over this most hallowed of citiesfrom Mount Scopus.VisitKing Davids Tomb on Mount Zion, theRoom of the Last Supper and theWesternWall,Judaisms most sacred site. (BB)

f DAY 6 JERUSALEM SIGHTSEEING.TourYad-Vashem,the museum commemoratingthose killed during the Holocaust. Continue

to the Shrine of the Book,housed in the IsraelMuseum which also contains theDead Sea Scrolls. Later, you have the opportunity of joining an optional excursion to visit MangerSquare and the Church of the Nativity inBethlehem. Tonight,relax and soak up theatmosphere at the Highlight evening a specialOriental dinner at a local restaurant. (BB,HD) DAY 7 JERUSALEM SIGHTSEEING.Wanderthrough the tranquilGarden of Gethsemene at theChurch of All Nationsbefore entering Jerusalems Old City. View theTemple Mount, one of Islams holiest sites. Continue in thefootsteps of Jesus along theVia Dolorosatothe Stations of the Cross.See theEcce Homo Arch,Pool of BethesdaandChurch of the Holy Sepulchre,built on the site of the Crucixion. (BB) DAY 8 JERUSALEM.The tour ends todaywithtransfersto Ben Gurion airport. (BB)

8 DAYS ~ ISRAEL

Western Wall & Dome of the Rock, Jerusalem

Israel Discovery

a IncludedPremium Highlights

Visit Mini Israel in Tel Aviv A morning boat ride on the

Sea of Galilee Enjoy a swim in the Dead Sea Take a thrilling cable-car ride

up to the fortress of Masadab IncludedPersonal Insights

An insight into the history andcontemporary life on a Kibbutz

Included AdditionalExcursions & Sights See Habimah National

Theatre, Rabin Square andCarmel market in Tel Aviv

Visit the ancient port of Jaffa, Visit the Church of the

Annunciation in Nazareth Visit Capernaum & Mount of

the Beatitudes in Galilee See where the Dead Sea

Scrolls were discovered In Jerusalem walk the Stations

of the Cross and visit theChurch of the Holy Sepulchre,Garden of Gethsemene, Roomof the Last Supper, Pool of Bethesda, Ecce Homo Arch

See theTemple Mount Visit the Jewish sites of King

Davids Tomb, Western Wall,Holocaust Museum and Shrineof the Book

IncludedFirst Class Services Insights professional

multilingual Tour Directorto escort you

Travel by air-conditionedcoach or minibus

Insight Hotels include allservice charges, taxesand porterage


Arrival & departure transfersbetween the airport and yourInsight tour hotel.

Included Quality Dining Friday night Shabbat Dinner at

the hotel (HD) Special Oriental Dinner at a

Jerusalem restaurant (HD) 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and

2 special-menu Dinners, orBuffets (D)


Walk in the footstepsof Jesus as you followHis life from birth tothe Crucifixion. Jewishand Islamic sites, as wellas some contemporaryvisits, balance the tour.

Departure Dates


NotesSmaller coaches without toilet facilities may be used on thistour. The order of sightseeing may change at short notice.

Security is a major concern to all of us and the situation inIsrael is constantly changing. Events in Israel coupled withthe Travel Advisories put out by various governmentsmay at times necessitate changes to the accommodation

and itinerary or even tour cancellation. Please refer to ourterms and conditions for further information in this regard.You must accept these risks involved in travel to Israel andaccept responsibility for your own travel decisions.

Check with your Travel Agent about visas for this tour.

StartsTel Aviv

Ends Jerusalem

Thu Nov 04 Thu Nov 11Thu Nov 11 Thu Nov 18Thu Nov 18 Thu Nov 25Thu Nov 25 Thu Dec 02Thu Dec 02 Thu Dec 09Thu Dec 09 Thu Dec 16Thu Dec 16 Thu Dec 23

Thu Dec 23 Thu Dec 30 Thu Dec 30 Thu Jan 06

2011

Thu Jan 06 - Thu Jan 13Thu Jan 13 - Thu Jan 20Thu Jan 20 - Thu Jan 27Thu Jan 27 - Thu Feb 03Thu Feb 03 - Thu Feb 10Thu Feb 10 - Thu Feb 17Thu Feb 17 - Thu Feb 24Thu Feb 24 - Thu Mar 03Thu Mar 03 - Thu Mar 10Thu Mar 10 - Thu Mar 17Thu Mar 17 - Thu Mar 24Thu Mar 24 - Thu Mar 31Thu Mar 31 - Thu Apr 07

TOUR CODE: I944


Jaffa

Jerusalem

Shrine of the Book


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Egypt

CAIRO(Day 1, 2, 7, 8 and 9)

Luxor

Edfu

Kom-Ombo

Aswan

Esna

Valley of the Kings

Temple ofHatshepsut

Philae Island

Giza

Memphis

DAY 1 CAIRO AT LEISURE.Welcome to a

land of wonder and mystery. You are met at theairport andtransferred to your hotel.a d DAY 2 CAIRO SIGHTSEEING.Aftera pre-tour brieng with your Tour Director,Visitthe Citadelfor abreath taking view of the city of Cairo.Salah El Din started the Citadel in the12th century, but it owes its present outlineto Mohammed Ali,whose great Mosque youvisit next. Now enjoy a highlight visit to the famous Egyptian Museum. Here, among themany thousands of artefacts on display, view Tutankhamuns magnicent treasures, includinghis splendid burial mask.Do you believe in thecurse of the boy king? This evening, drive outto thegreat Pyramids for a magical Sound &

Light Show which literally illuminates the history of ancient Giza! (BB) DAY 3 CAIRO LUXOR JOIN CRUISE.Fly to Luxor and transfer to yourcruise ship. Afterlunch on board,visit Luxor Templewhich wasunearthed by Mariette in the 1860s. Continueto Karnak,the largest temple complex everbuilt by man. Walk through the avenue of Ram-headed sphinxes to stand in awe among thehuge columns of theHypostyle Hall. ( B,L,D) f a DAYS 4 6 ON BOARD SHIP.Relax as you gently cruise along the Nile pastpalm fringed villages and irrigated elds toexotic Aswan. But before leaving Luxor, there isan excursion by

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