Most Insight tours already include a host of bonus highlights and comprehensive sightseeing. There may also be an exciting array of optional excursions which will turn an already amazing experience into the trip of a lifetime! These are entirely optional and can be booked through your Tour Director/Local Representative at the commencement of your tour. The following is a general list for guidance and budgeting purposes only. Actual optional excursions and prices will be advised by your Tour Director at the beginning of your tour.

VOLENDAM WINDMILL VISIT AND DUTCH COUNTRYSIDE

In the 18th century there were approximately 700 windmills in use in this area. Today, only 5 are left. We visit a typical Dutch windmill and the picturesque village of Volendam. Volendam is renowned for its wooden houses, traditional fishing boats and old harbour. Renoir and Picasso both spent time in this picturesque fishing village and some of the residents still wear the traditional Dutch clothing.

Adult Price: EURO 23
Code: AMS13

HIDDEN VENICE

An historical walk, with a local guide, through some of the lesser known quarters of Venice. Discover some of the secrets of other quarters of the Venetian labyrinth. Your experience will be enhanced by the use of individual headsets.

Adult Price: EURO 26
Code: VCE09

SEINE CRUISE ILLUMINATIONS

After our leisurely Seine Cruise we take a magical tour of the 'city of light'.

Adult Price: EURO 32
Code: PAR02

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.

Adult Price: EURO 35
Code: INN07

LAKE LUCERNE HAPPY HOUR CRUISE

Widely considered to be the loveliest of the mountain lakes, much of the shoreline of Lake Lucerne can only be fully appreciated from the water. Admire the spectacular homes of the fortunate few, privileged to live on its scenic shores, as we cruise gently by. Two drinks will be served during the trip.

Adult Price: EURO 38
Code: LCR01A

TYROLEAN EVENING

Enjoy a lively evening of traditional entertainment, featuring dancers in national costume, yodelling and entertainment typical of the life, crafts and traditions of the Tyrolean people. Two drinks are included.

Adult Price: EURO 39
Code: INN01

MAGICAL VENICE

This evening we board our private boats for a cruise down the famous “Grand Canal”, past illuminated palazzi and twinkling chandeliers, to the romantic St Mark’s Square. We have reservations in a famous café where we sit under the stars listening to the orchestra play some of Italy’s best loved music (One drink is included).

Adult Price: EURO 45
Code: VCE06

CARRIAGES AND 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.

Adult Price: EURO 50
Code: LCR14

DUTCH DINNER AND SAILOR S QUARTER

Tonight we dine in a beautiful historic restaurant which offers a wide selection of food and beverages. After dinner we'll take a guided walk through the famous 'Sailors Quarter' of the city.

Adult Price: EURO 55
Code: AMS05

BURANO EXCURSION LUNCH

Explore the Venetian lagoon on our cruise around the islands including the colourful island of Burano - a photographer's paradise and famous for its lace. Then enjoy a superb lunch sampling the local specialities. An excursion not to be missed! Lunch may be replaced with a dinner.

Adult Price: EURO 65
Code: VCE02

SWISS EVENING

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, flag throwing, Alpenhorn blowing and other great Swiss entertainment. Drinks are included.

Adult Price: EURO 74
Code: LCR05

DINNER SEINE CRUISE ILLUMINATIONS TOUR

An excellent dinner in a traditional Parisian Bistro is followed by a cruise along the River Seine to view famous sights from the Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame cathedral. The evening ends with a tour of the spectacular illuminations of Paris.

Adult Price: EURO 78
Code: PAR27

MOULIN ROUGE

Dinner and cabaret at the world famous Moulin Rouge – the original Parisian cabaret – immortalized by the recent award winning film!

Adult Price: EURO 145
Code: PAR24