Autumn, Winter, Spring & Christmas Markets
Alpine Christmas Markets 2020
The lead up to Christmas in traditional German towns and the snow-frosted Alps, is the stuff of storybooks - twinkling markets full of Yuletide delights and towering Christmas trees. Enter the realm of gingerbread, Gluhwein and carol singers.
The Insight difference
At first glance, magic may seem effortless, but a magician doesn't just 'conjure things up'. It is all about carefully laid foundations and professional skills honed over years.
At Insight, our magic comes from taking the hundreds of ingredients that go into each trip and with meticulous preparation and planning, weaving them into your perfect vacation. We ensure that every element has been taken care of, providing the very best experiences from start to finish.
Let us make the magic happen while you step seamlessly into an unforgettable adventure.
HIGHLIGHTS
INSIGHT EXPERIENCES
- Salzburg: With a Local Expert, see Mozart's family home and the 500-year-old Christmas Market in front of the cathedral.
TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS
- Innsbruck: Meet your coachman and enjoy a delightful journey through Tyrol's picturesque countryside, on your horse-drawn Fiaker.
- Freiburg: Enjoy a romantic walk through the medieval cobbled streets of Freiburg and soak in the magic of its Christmas Markets.
- Strasbourg: Exploring the Christmas Markets is like stepping directly into a fairytale, where glittering lights and the scent of cinnamon enchant your senses.
- Zurich: Attend Europe's biggest indoor Christmas Market with its magnificent Swarovski crystal-decorated Christmas tree.
- Christmas Markets: All departures will experience the wonderment of the Christmas Markets of each city, some of the oldest in Europe.
AUTHENTIC DINING
- Munich: At the Christmas Market, meet a stallholder and taste the aromatic and utterly delicious Lebkuchen with a glass of Gluhwein.
- Hall in Tirol: Situated perfectly in a 700-year-old building in the charming town of Hall in Tirol, enjoy a medieval banquet of Austrian specialties with wine.
- Zurich: The Swiss just love good food and wine, a decorative, well-laden table, and a touch of Gemutlichkeit - all of which you will find at your warm Celebration Dinner.
- Dining Summary: 8 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 5 Dinners with Wine (DW) all with tea or coffee.
INCLUDED INSIGHT SERVICES
- Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- 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.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- 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 Sightseeing Trip, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Christmas Markets of Austria & Bavaria 2020
Journey through the Bavarian Alps with their snow-capped mountains, musical Salzburg, the magical castle in Neuschwanstein, and on to heart-warming Munich.
The Insight difference
At first glance, magic may seem effortless, but a magician doesn't just 'conjure things up'. It is all about carefully laid foundations and professional skills honed over years.
At Insight, our magic comes from taking the hundreds of ingredients that go into each trip and with meticulous preparation and planning, weaving them into your perfect vacation. We ensure that every element has been taken care of, providing the very best experiences from start to finish.
Let us make the magic happen while you step seamlessly into an unforgettable adventure.
HIGHLIGHTS
INSIGHT EXPERIENCES
- Vienna: The sheer opulence of Schonbrunn Palace will exhilarate your senses. Your Local Expert will bring to life the story of the Habsburgs during your tour of the royal grounds.
- Salzburg: With a Local Expert, see Mozart's family home on the Getreidegasse and the 500-year-old market in front of the cathedral.
- Neuschwanstein: With a Local Expert, visit King Ludwig II's fairy-tale castle, built high in the Bavarian Alps and rumoured to be the inspiration of Walt Disney's castles.
TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS
- Innsbruck: Meet your coachman and enjoy a delightful journey through Tyrol's picturesque countryside on your horse-drawn Fiaker.
- Christmas Markets: You will have the chance to be dazzled by the magic of Christmas, with local handicrafts and delicious, seasonally-festive treats like Gluhwein.
AUTHENTIC DINING
- Vienna: At the Christmas Market, meet a local stallholder and sample a delightful Viennese winter dessert, complimented perfectly with a traditional fragrant glass of Gluhwein.
- Hall in Tirol: Situated perfectly in a 700-year-old building in the charming town of Hall in Tirol, enjoy a medieval banquet of Austrian specialities with wine.
- Munich: Join your newfound friends for a festive Celebration Dinner with wine and good cheer!
- Dining Summary: 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 3 Dinners with Wine (DW) all with tea or coffee.
INCLUDED INSIGHT SERVICES
- Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- 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.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- 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 Sightseeing Trip, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Christmas Markets of Germany 2020
Warm your heart with the magic of Christmas, savour classic German treats and fill your suitcase with hand-crafted gifts on this enchanting winter journey.
The Insight difference
At first glance, magic may seem effortless, but a magician doesn't just 'conjure things up'. It is all about carefully laid foundations and professional skills honed over years.
At Insight, our magic comes from taking the hundreds of ingredients that go into each trip and with meticulous preparation and planning, weaving them into your perfect vacation. We ensure that every element has been taken care of, providing the very best experiences from start to finish.
Let us make the magic happen while you step seamlessly into an unforgettable adventure.
HIGHLIGHTS
INSIGHT EXPERIENCES
- Berlin: With a Local Expert, explore the highlights of the city including Brandenburg Gate, remnants of the Berlin Wall and the restored Reichstag Building.
- Dresden: Your guided tour with a Local Expert shows you the Frauenkirche, the colossal 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace.
TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS
- Leipzig: Visit Thomaskirche where Bach worked as a Kapellmeister, a conductor, and his remains are now buried.
- Rothenburg-ob-der-Tauber: Fortified by ancient walls, picturesque and unspoiled, Rothenburg is a fairy tale come true at any time of year. It dazzles in December, with its 500-year-old Reiterlesmarkt lending a festive air to the cobbled streets and medieval buildings.
- Christmas Markets: Experience the wonderment of the Christmas Markets of each city, some of the oldest in Europe. Shop for local delicacies and drink the heart-warming Gluhwein. Keep an eye out for the Nuremberg Plum People and marvel at the Lepizig Christmas Pyramid.
AUTHENTIC DINING
- Dresden: At the Christmas Market, meet a stallholder and taste the local Christstollen with a glass of Gluhwein.
- Munich: Gather with your friends for a festive Celebration Dinner with wine in the fun-loving Bavarian capital.
- Dining Summary: 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB); plus 1 Welcome Dinner (WD), 2 Three-course table d'hote Dinners (DW) and 1 Celebration Dinner (CD) all with wine, plus tea or coffee.
INCLUDED INSIGHT SERVICES
- Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- 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.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- 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 Sightseeing Trip, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Christmas Markets of Poland, Prague & Germany 2020
These stunning cities of the east reveal their medieval charm, among the sparkle of twinkling lights and the magic of Christmas.
The Insight difference
At first glance, magic may seem effortless, but a magician doesn't just 'conjure things up'. It is all about carefully laid foundations and professional skills honed over years.
At Insight, our magic comes from taking the hundreds of ingredients that go into each trip and with meticulous preparation and planning, weaving them into your perfect vacation. We ensure that every element has been taken care of, providing the very best experiences from start to finish.
Let us make the magic happen while you step seamlessly into an unforgettable adventure.
HIGHLIGHTS
INSIGHT EXPERIENCES
- Prague: With a Local Expert, look down on the Vltava River from the heights of Prague Castle, dominated by the soaring spires of St. Vitus' Cathedral.
- Berlin: With a Local Expert, see the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House, remnants of the Berlin Wall and the beautifully-restored Reichstag Building.
TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS
- Krakow: Ascend Wawel Hill with a Local Expert to see the Renaissance castle and visit the historic cathedral.
- Kutna Hora: Step into the macabre world of the Sedlec Ossuary, also known as the Church of Bones - one of the most unusual chapels you will ever see!
- Dresden: Your guided tour shows you the Frauenkirche, the colossal 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace.
- Christmas Markets: Lose yourself in the festive atmosphere of Christmas, where you can shop for local delicacies and try the heart-warming Gluhwein, available on all departures.
AUTHENTIC DINING
- Prague: At the Christmas Market, meet a local stallholder and savour a steaming mug of Svarak, traditional mulled wine, along with the local Trdelnik pastry.
- Berlin: Enjoy a Celebration Dinner with delightful German cuisine and wine at a local, family-run restaurant, complete with music and Gemutlichkeit.
- Dining Summary: 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) and 4 Dinners with Wine (DW) all with tea or coffee.
INCLUDED INSIGHT SERVICES
- Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- 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.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- 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 Sightseeing Trip, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Easy Pace Russia with Christmas Markets
Russia is a whole new place come winter, with its snow-dusted cities and the festivities of Russian Orthodox Christmas in full swing.
The Insight difference
At first glance, magic may seem effortless, but a magician doesn't just 'conjure things up'. It is all about carefully laid foundations and professional skills honed over years.
At Insight, our magic comes from taking the hundreds of ingredients that go into each trip and with meticulous preparation and planning, weaving them into your perfect vacation. We ensure that every element has been taken care of, providing the very best experiences from start to finish.
Let us make the magic happen while you step seamlessly into an unforgettable adventure.
HIGHLIGHTS
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
- St. Petersburg: Sightseeing with a Local Expert will show you St. Isaac's Cathedral, Decembrists' Square, the great Cathedral of Kazan and the Church of Our Savior on Spilled Blood.
- St. Petersburg: With a Local Expert, visit St. Catherine's Palace and the Amber Room. Learn the history of the city at Peter and Paul fortress.
- St. Petersburg: With a Local Expert, explore the spectacular Hermitage Museum - one of the world's great repositories of European art and housed in the stunning former Winter Palace of the Tsars.
- Moscow: With a Local Expert, explore one of Moscow's opulent Metro stations.
- Moscow: A Local Expert will show you this wonderful city. Tour Moscow's Red Square and see the iconic St. Basil's Cathedral as well as Lenin's Mausoleum.
- Moscow: Walk inside the walls of the Kremlin Fortress with your Local Expert.
TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS
- St. Petersburg Christmas Markets: Russian Christmas Markets are unique. St. Petersburg brings to life the traditions and festivities from the regions of Russia, combined with those from around the globe.
- Moscow Christmas Markets: The entire city is involved in the celebration of the season with each of Moscow's districts adding their own influence to the fair. Rare, handcrafted treasures are waiting to be found, while soul-warming, local and global foods will keep the cold at bay.
- High Speed Train: 'Sapsan' in Russian means 'falcon'. Relax in modern luxury and comfort while you swoop by rail, from St. Petersburg to Moscow in just four hours.
AUTHENTIC REGIONAL FLAVOURS
- Moscow: Join in a fun-filled Celebration Dinner that straddles the culinary East to West divide and includes drinks to toast to your new-found friends.
- 7 Buffet Breakfasts (BB); plus 1 Welcome Dinner (WD) and 1 Celebration Dinner (CD) both with wine, plus tea or coffee. 7 Jan departure is on tour for Russian Orthodox Christmas and will enjoy a festive Welcome Dinner.
STAY AT THE BEST ADDRESSES
- St. Petersburg: The Solo Sokos Hotel Palace Bridge is centrally located on Vasilyevsky Island, the historical centre of St. Petersburg. Parts of the hotel date back to the mid-19th century and have been renovated from what was once the wine cellars of the famous Eliseev family.
- Moscow: Perfectly located on the main street of Moscow, leading directly to Red Square and the Kremlin, the Marriott Grand Hotel features comfortable rooms with an art deco touch.
OUR FIVE-STAR SERVICES
- Our highly-skilled Insight Tour Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend in a foreign land.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat touring coach, with extended Business Class legroom and on-board restroom.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included; you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. Plus, we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi.
- From time to time, your Tour Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish - a local tidbit representing authentic food or beverages unique to the destination.
- Complimentary transfers from St Petersburg Airport are available at scheduled times only, on arrival day. Complimentary transfers to Moscow's Sheremetyevo and Domodedovo airports are available at scheduled times only, on departure day. Should your flights not coincide with complimentary transfers, charged transfers are available on arrival and departure days, or when additional accommodation is booked through Sightseeing Trip. Alternatively, please make your own way from/to the airport.
Magical Switzerland 2020
Experience Christmas like never before, as you admire snow-laden Alpine peaks, traditional markets and sparkling lakes with a highlight experience aboard the famous Glacier Express.
The Insight difference
At first glance, magic may seem effortless, but a magician doesn't just 'conjure things up'. It is all about carefully laid foundations and professional skills honed over years.
At Insight, our magic comes from taking the hundreds of ingredients that go into each trip and with meticulous preparation and planning, weaving them into your perfect vacation. We ensure that every element has been taken care of, providing the very best experiences from start to finish.
Let us make the magic happen while you step seamlessly into an unforgettable adventure.
HIGHLIGHTS
INSIGHT EXPERIENCES
- Chillon Castle: With a Local Expert, visit beautiful Chillon Castle, an architectural jewel set on the shores of Lake Geneva. At this former home of the Dukes of Savoy, go back through time and hear how in 1816, the castle inspired Lord Byron to write the poem 'The Prisoner of Chillon' following his walk through the dungeons.
TOP RATED HIGHLIGHTS
- Winter Magic: Enjoy the majestic beauty, snowy peaks and crystal clear waters of the lakes.
- Glacier Express: Travel aboard the world famous Glacier Express for a spectacular ride through the heart of the Swiss Alps. From your panoramic viewing car, watch picturesque landscapes of ice-capped mountains and stone-built villages glide by.
- Zermatt: Board the cogwheel train which takes you to the traffic-free haven of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn.
- Christmas Markets: Lose yourself in the festive atmosphere of Christmas, where you can shop for local delicacies and try the heart-warming Gluhwein. Explore on select departures.
AUTHENTIC DINING
- Geneva: You will be delighted with a delicious fondue dinner at the local restaurant, Le Petit Chalet, it's a real Swiss treat.
- Dining Summary: 6 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 1 Lunch (L) and 4 Dinners with Wine (DW) all with tea or coffee. Departures travelling during Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve will enjoy festive Highlight Dinners which will replace an included meal.
INCLUDED INSIGHT SERVICES
- Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxury, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- 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.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- From time to time, your Travel Director will enchant you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- 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 Sightseeing Trip, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
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