Please note that optional excursions featured below are based on the 2009 tour season and are listed for guidance and budget purposes only and are subject to change without notice.
OPTIONAL SIGHTSEEING & EXCURSIONS
With Insight, you will enjoy many of Europe's famous highlights as included features on your tour - at no extra cost. However, there are an exciting array of additional excursions which are made available to help turn an already outstanding experience into a trip of a lifetime. These are entirely optional and offered to you at competitive prices. They are all bookable through your Tour Director at the commencement of your tour as many of them are planned to coincide with the best highlights available at the time of your visit.
The following list is a general selection as it would be impossible to operate all excursions on any one tour. This selection will vary due to seasonal conditions and museum opening days and times. Your Tour Director will give you a receipt once you have paid for your excursions. Payment can be made in cash or by Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Please note that credit/debit card payments can only be processed in Euros however cash can be taken in most major currencies and your Tour Director will be able to give you specific details of relevant exchange rates on commencement of your tour.
HOW TO BUDGET FOR OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS:
The final list of optional excursions to be offered during your tour by your Tour Director will be based on the descriptions and pricing featured in this leaflet. To help your pre tour budgeting we suggest you allow approximately € 45 per person per day for optional excursions.
INNSBRUCK
INN01 TYROLEAN EVENING .€ 39
INN05 TYROLEAN EVENING & DINNER
Enjoy a lively evening of traditional entertainment, featuring dancers in national costume, yodeling and entertainment typical of the life, crafts and traditions of the Tyrolean people. (Two drinks included).€ 56
INN07 TYROLEAN HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDE
We visit a typical mountain village and then enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride which takes us through the mountains and valleys of the Tyrol. We make a stop in a quaint tavern for a drink, before returning to Innsbruck. € 34
(Occasionally this tour may be offered with dinner € 55)
SALZBURG
SZG06 EAGLE'S NEST & THE BAVARIAN ALPS
Drive deep into the National Park past farmhouses and picturesque villages to the ruins of Obersalzburg. From here, transfer to special motorcoaches adapted to the scenic mountain climb to Hilter's notorious 'Eagles Nest'. There are splendid views through the arches up to the 'Hohen Goll' and across the snowcapped peaks.€ 45
PARIS
PAR02 SEINE CRUISE & ILLUMINATIONS
First we take a Seine cruise on the famous Parisian boats. Then our illuminations tour reveals the magic and grandeur of the 'city of light' - a vision to last a lifetime. € 31
PAR07 PALACE OF VERSAILLES EXCURSION
The Palace and Gardens of Versailles, the imposing residence of Louis XIV reflects the extravagant lifestyle of the grandest court in history. Escorted by a local guide we see the Queen's apartments, the Hall of Mirrors and the Gallery of Battles.€ 58
PAR09 PARISIAN CABARET WITH DINNER
Parisian night-life is the envy of the world so don't miss this opportunity to enjoy the fun of a Paris Cabaret! An excellent meal with abundant wine, the lively 'Can-Can' and a full international cast ensures a memorable evening. (Occasionally this excursion will be offered without dinner). € 113
VENICE
VCE 02 BURANO EXCURSION & LUNCH
Explore the Venetian lagoon on our cruise around the islands including the colourful island of Burano a photographers paradise and famous for its lace. Then enjoy a superb lunch sampling the local specialities. € 65
LUCERNE
LCR14 CARRIAGES & COUNTRYSIDE
A chance to meet the Swiss, as local farmers take us on a delightful countryside tour in horse drawn carriages. Enjoy stunning scenery as we trot around a typical rural community, en route to a local farm where local drinks and snacks will be served. SF 65
LCR01 LAKE LUCERNE CRUISE
The true beauty of Lake Lucerne is revealed as we cruise the tranquil waters and enjoy the stunning scenery of snow- capped mountains, green pastures and dense forests. SF 37 (Occasionally this tour can be offered as a 'Happy Hour' cruise with drinks SF 47)
LCR05 SWISS EVENING
Tonight we shall enjoy a tasty Swiss meal (one of the courses will be the famous Swiss cheese fondue) in a typical restaurant. Whilst you enjoy dinner, join in the fun of a lively folklore show which includes yodelling, flagthrowing, Alpine horn blowing and many other customary Swiss entertainment. Drinks are included. SF 93