
Insight Vacations is the world leader in premium escorted tours to Britain and Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean and North America. From the moment you begin your journey, you will notice the Insight Difference.
The Art of Touring in Style lies at the very heart of the Insight philosophy. Insights vast selection of itineraries are planned embracing their unique small group philosophy and are perfectly paced.
Choose from one of Insights unique Discovery, Regional, EasyPace or Country Roads itineraries to take a vacation as though you had planned it yourself. An Insight vacation includes airport transfers, quality hotels, top-notch tour directors and more included sightseeing excursions, as well as most meals.
Insight Vacations, Europes premier escorted tour operator, provides premium escorted motor coach vacations throughout Britain, Ireland, Europe, Scandinavia the Eastern Mediterranean and North America.
The Art of Touring in Style lies at the very heart of Insight philosophy.
Their carefully chosen unique features and impeccable service standards enable Insight to deliver exceptional quality, unequalled value, unforgettable memories and personal freedom at levels currently unrivalled elsewhere in the industry.
From Great Britain to the European continent, from Turkey to the wonders of Israel and Egypt and the breathtaking National Parks and exciting cities of America & Canada Flight Centre invites you to experience the Insight difference and travel in style and comfort.
Flight Centres consultants are there to help you with every step of your adventure from decisions to destinations and back again. We know what youll need to know; so rest assured, you wont miss a step because well provide the knowledge and handle the details while you dream about your trip.
It takes very special qualities to become an Insight Tour Director. They are your personal storyteller, art expert, historian, interpreter and problem solver - all in one.
Time and time again, Insights guests tell us that it was their Tour Director who really made their trip, steering them through the labyrinth of each destinations cultures and languages, bringing its magic to life before their eyes.
Their passion and in-depth knowledge of the areas they visit is invaluable - theyll take you to places that are often left out of many travelers itineraries and share their secrets for the best places in town to shop or dine.
Insights exclusive Premium Highlights bring to life the real destination.
Youll never forget the time you first set eyes on Michelangelos statue of David, cruised past Ottoman palaces on the Bosphorus in Turkey or get up close to the local wildlife at the Alaskan Wildlife Conservation Center.
Contrast these with a thrilling cog wheel train ride to the summit of breathtaking Mt Pilatus in the magnificent Swiss Alps or a gourmet dinner aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train in California.
Perhaps an exhilarating ride on the Athabasca Glacier in the Canadian Rockies or living the dream as you glide along the ancient canals of Venice on a romantic gondola ride. Look for the Premium Highlights symbol on the itinerary of your choice.
If youve previously traveled with Insight to some of Europes great cities maybe their Independent Options will interest you, the Musée dOrsay in Paris or a leisurely Swiss hike for example. As with Insights exciting optional excursions, your Tour Director will act as your personal concierge and make your pre-booking.
If youre looking to delve into the history, culture, mythology and legend of Europe and Britains hidden gems, Insight has introduced Personal Insights, providing you with a hassle-free way of exploring sights off the beaten track. Perhaps enjoy the world famous French markets on a guided insight into everyday life in Rouen or witness a traditional mint tea ceremony with a Moroccan family.
These innovative additions mean you get an even better, more in-depth understanding of the places you visit.
An exclusive feature of an Insight Premium tour is that their groups average just 35 guests, and are limited to a maximum of 40, making them smaller, more intimate and friendlier than on other tours.
Further-more, Insights luxury touring coaches have been specially reconfigured by removing spare seats to allow up to twice as much legroom than a standard coach on every departure with no extra to pay.
Enjoy exciting railroad journeys like the famous Glacier Express, the French high speed TGV train, Eurostar, Norways spectacular Flam Railway and the worlds oldest cogwheel train in Switzerland.
Insight hotels are chosen from the premium brands of leading hotel chains, such as Accor or Intercontinental hotel groups, where Insight guests stay only in Sofitel, Intercontinental or Crowne Plaza rather than Holiday Inn, Mercure or Novotel.
Similarly, youll enjoy other top names like Marriott, Sheraton, Fairmont, Radisson SAS and Hilton or you could find yourself in a privately-owned hotel chosen for reasons of character, location or ambiance.
In key cities, all Insight red-star rated hotels are centrally located, therefore convenient for the main shopping, entertainment and historic sights.
In areas of outstanding natural beauty like the Norwegian Fjords, Provence, Tuscany and Americas National Parks, you can look forward to spectacular views and panoramas at their green-star rated scenic hotels.
Breakfast is included daily, as well as many dinners. Highlight Dinners and Dine-Around evenings in a choice of selected restaurants are special features on Insight tours, theres at least one on most itineraries and they often include wine, beer or soft drinks.
Highlight Dinners range from a Scottish Highlands Ceilidh to a four-course dinner and Flamenco Spectacular in Seville; while Dine-Around choices allow your selection of dining preference in cities such as Rome, Dublin, Killarney or Lucerne.
It is the fascinating characters youll meet on an Insight tour that will really make your holiday. Whether you are traveling with your family or partner, or exploring Europe on your own, Insights smaller group sizes give you time to get to know your fellow traveling companions.
You will travel with companions from all over the English speaking world - England, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa, Singapore and more. Youll soon discover that people from halfway across the world you only met yesterday, are fast becoming friends. Relax and capture the spirit of Europe and North America while Insight takes care of every detail.
Travel broadens the mind and enhances those special relationships. Insight offers families a combination of cultural and fun experiences exploring places throughout Europe, the USA & Canada in style and comfort giving you the opportunity of sharing your happy holiday memories with your children or grandchildren.
Whats more Insight appreciates how important a childs education is and understands that its not always easy striking a balance between school, the family holiday and the family budget - thats why Insight doesnt charge extra for travel during school holidays.
In 1978, its first year, the company had a handful of staff in London and carried just 5700 passengers. Today, Insight has a team of professionals throughout the world, plays host to over 100,000 guests per year and has offices in the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Singapore and the UK. The company has also appointed specialist agents in Argentina, Brazil, Mauritius, India, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Korea, Taiwan and China.