Highlights of Europe - Start London, End Paris, Classic Group, Summer

What's Included

• Accommodations

  Stay at the Thistle Marble Arch in London, the Hilton Amsterdam in Amsterdam, the Marriott Hotel Heidelberg in Heidelberg, the AC Hotel Innsbruck in Innsbruck, the Hotel Indigo Venice - Sant'Elena in Venice, the Room 007 Select in Rome, the NH Firenze in Florence, the Hotel Simplon in Baveno, and the Hotel Astoria in Lucerne.

• Meals

  Enjoy 14 breakfasts (B) and 6 dinners with wine (DW), including a Welcome Dinner in Amsterdam, a traditional Bistecca alla Fiorentina dinner in Florence, and a Celebration Dinner in Paris.

• Transport

  Relax on the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train as you journey from London to Europe via the revolutionary Channel Tunnel. Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.

• Experiences

  Choose between two carefully selected activities in Venice, witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, enjoy a private cruise in Venice, gain Fast Track access into the Vatican Museums, and visit a local winery in Veneto for a prosecco tasting.

• Local Experts

  Benefit from the knowledge of Local Experts in major cities like Rome, Florence, Paris, and more, providing you with enriching insights into local culture, history, and cuisine.

• Additional Services

  Hotel and restaurant tips are included, as well as all taxes and porterage charges at hotels. Enjoy complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).

What's Not Included

• International Airfare

  International airfare to and from the start and end of your tour is not included, allowing you the flexibility to choose your own travel arrangements.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers to ensure protection against unforeseen events.
  
  

• Some Meals

  While many meals are included, some are excluded to give you the freedom to explore local dining options according to your own taste and budget.
  
  

• Optional Excursions

  Optional excursions and personal spending are not included, providing you with the opportunity to customize your travel experience.
  
  

• Airport Transfers Outside Scheduled Times

  If your arrival and/or departure flights do not align with the itinerary start and end dates, transfers are not included but may be available for purchase.
  
  

Mode of Transport

Relax on the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train as you journey from London to Europe via the revolutionary Channel Tunnel.

Accommodation

Stay at the Thistle Marble Arch in London, the Hilton Amsterdam in Amsterdam, the Marriott Hotel Heidelberg in Heidelberg, the AC Hotel Innsbruck in Innsbruck, the Hotel Indigo Venice - Sant'Elena in Venice, the Room 007 Select in Rome, the NH Firenze in Florence, the Hotel Simplon in Baveno, and the Hotel Astoria in Lucerne.

Dining Summary

• 14 Breakfast (B)
• 6 Dinner with Wine (DW)

Additional Included Highlights

• Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
• Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
• We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
• From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
• Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
• If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Insight Experiences

• Rome: Enjoy exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes during an after-hours visit. This 9th-century basilica’s simple facade guards the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The history of the church springs to life as you admire the interior’s treasured collection, including Bernini's first sculpture and the renowned mosaics, illuminated for your visit. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a rare and unforgettable insight into Rome and its religious history.

Well-being

• Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
• Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.