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DAY 1: WED 11 MAY 2016 DAY 4: SAT 14 MAY 2016 largest and most famous island, renowned for Arrive Paris Dijon – Swiss Alps its incredible palace and stunning Botanical Millenium Hotel Paris Opera Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof Gardens. There is a guided tour of this Welcome to Paris, one of the world’s most Travel across the border into Switzerland privately owned palace with free time to exciting cities! Airport transfers depart from to Montreux for a lunch stop before we admire the gardens. (B) Charles De Gaulle Airport for the tour hotel, visit Chillon Castle, set on a rocky inlet, at 8.30, 11.00 & 13.30. The rest of the day is immortalised by Byron’s "Prisoner of Chillon". DAY 8: Wed 18 MAY 2016 at leisure to relax or begin to explore Paris on As we ascend into the Swiss Alps, marvel at Italian Lakes – The Dolomites your own. This evening join your Tour Director the Wetterhorn peaks as you travel along Four Points by Sheraton Bolzano for a Welcome Drink and tour debriefing. Grindelwald Valley, where you can look up Drive to the town of Verona, legendary home from almost anywhere and be rewarded with of Romeo and Juliet. Admire the well preserved DAY 2: THU 12 MAY 2016 dramatic glacial views. We stay in the village of Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony. Continue Paris & Monet’s Garden Grindelwald for the next two nights. (B) through the colourful peaks and the sheer Millenium Hotel Paris Opera valleys of the Italian Alps, some of the most After breakfast this morning we travel to DAY 5: SUN 15 MAY 2016 Swiss Alps – Jungfrau Excursion spectacular scenery that Europe has to offer. Giverny to visit the charming house and Our destination is the stunning Bolzano. (B,D) gardens, the former home of the greatest Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof impressionist painter, Claude Monet, and A day to explore the beautiful Alps! See the inspiration for his famous lily paintings. This "Valley of Waterfalls", and the Staubbach Falls afternoon is at leisure in this romantic city. plunge 300 metres. Consider taking There is plenty of time to stroll by the Seine, a cog-wheel train ride to the summit of the visit the impressionist paintings of the Museé Jungfrau Mountain. (B) d’Orsay, or enjoy a pleasant hour or two watching the passers-by from a Parisian café. DAY 6: MON 16 MAY 2016 This evening we enjoy our dinner in true French Swiss Alps – Italian Lakes style, with dinner up the Eiffel Tower. (B,HD) Grand Hotel Dino Another day through spectacular scenery as DAY 3: FRI 13 MAY 2016 we travel south through some of the most Paris – Dijon splendid Alpine countryside and down into Mercure Dijon Clemenceau Italy and to the Italian Lakes District to our This morning we travel to the majestic lakeside hotel. (B,D) Versailles. The Château de Versailles, which has been on UNESCO’s World Heritage List DAY 7: TUE 17 MAY 2016 for 30 years, is one of the most beautiful Italian Lakes achievements of 18th-century French art. Grand Hotel Dino We also visit the extensive gardens which in The Italian Lakes District is a fairyland of Louis XIV’s view were just as important as vivid blue waters at the foot of dramatic the Chateau itself. We then continue into mountains, a favourite haunt for artists and Burgundy where we visit a local winery and travellers. A full day set aside to relax and taste the local nectar before settling in to our enjoy the fantastic sights this lake land area Rothenburg, Germany hotel in Dijon. (B,D) has to offer. Take a cruise to Isola Bella, the DAY 9: THU 19 MAY 2016 guided tour, you’ll visit the stylish shops of The Dolomites – Munich Stokstraat and the cobblestone streets of the Pullman Munich Jeker neighbourhood. You’ll also pass by the After breakfast, head into Austria and onto red tower of St John’s Church and the ancient Innsbruck, set in a valley surrounded by Basilica of St Servatius. This evening is at leisure snow-capped mountains. See the lovely to explore the Old Town for dinner with its Golden Roof of the Emperor Maximilian and close proximity to our hotel. (B) the Royal Palace. Then head for the Bavarian DAY 13: MON 23 MAY 2016 capital of Munich for the next two nights. Maastricht – Brussels On arrival our orientation tour shows us the Olympic Stadium, university, Victory Arch and Sheraton Brussels the Marienplatz. (B,D) After breakfast we depart Maastricht and head to Brussels. An orientation tour takes DAY 10: FRI 20 MAY 2016 in the contrasts of Brussels. Take a leisurely Neuschwanstein Excursion stroll around the Grand Place, voted the most Pullman Munich beautiful square in Europe and make a cheeky We are treated to more spectacular scenery visit to Manneken Pis statue. The rest of the day today. Our excursion takes us into the is at leisure to explore. (B) heart of Bavaria to the fairytale castle of DAY 14: TUE 24 MAY 2016 Neuschwanstein, perched on a spectacular Brussels Sightseeing Alpine mountainside. This was King Ludwig II’s favourite castle. Visit the exuberantly decorated Sheraton Brussels apartments, including the Throne Room. Via This morning, visit Botanic Gardens Meise on the Alpine Road we head back to Munich. (B) the outskirts of Brussels, considered a centre for excellence for research of tropical and European DAY 11: SAT 21 MAY 2016 botany. See the tropical plants growing in the Munich – Rothenburg Plant Palace, the largest greenhouse in Belgium Hotel Tilman Riemenschneider and stroll through the historic 92 hectare park. Our journey takes us along the "Romantic Then it’s time to try one of Belgium’s favourites. Innsbruck, Austria Road", meandering through river valleys and See a chocolate master at work and enjoy a taste of the finished product. Tonight, continue rolling countryside. As the route unfolds it evokes life in the great medieval cities. With your journey of the tastes of Belgium with DAY 16: THU 26 MAY 2016 the baroque character of old episcopal courts a meal of typical Belgium specialties with drinks Royal Tunbridge Wells – London featured in Imperial towns, it reveals aspects of in historic surroundings. (B,HD) the past that could only belong to Germany. Thistle Marble Arch We tour Rothenburg, the most well preserved DAY 15: WED 25 MAY 2016 RHS Garden Wisley was gifted to the Royal Brussels – Royal Tunbridge Wells town on the "Romantic Road" where we Horticultural Society in 1903 and since then it plunge into the 16th Century, walking through The Spa Hotel has evolved into a world class garden. Explore the narrow cobbled streets lined with high Cross to Calais for the channel crossing to the beautiful Bowes-Lyon Rose Garden, the gabled houses, to the market square dominated Dover, where we are met by our coach and picturesque orchard and the huge cathedral by its Renaissance town hall. The afternoon is at travel to Sissinghurst, one of the best known like glass house with its world class tropical leisure to explore on your own before enjoying and admired gardens in the world where plant collection. Continue to London, the rest dinner in an Old Town local restaurant. (B,HD) the horticulture is unparalleled. Explore the of the day and evening at your leisure. (B) amazing series of linked garden spaces and DAY 12: SUN 22 MAY 2016 walk through to the new Kitchen Gardens. Rothenburg – Maastricht DAY 17: FRI 27 MAY 2016 Climb the tower for a fabulous view. Then to Chelsea Flower Show Crowne Plaza Maastricht our luxury spa hotel in the picturesque Kent We travel into the Netherlands to the pretty countryside. Its glorious past as a playground Thistle Marble Arch town of Maastricht, where the European Union of royalty in the 18th and 19th centuries A transfer in the morning takes you to the was created in 1993, located on the Dutch – reflects in its treasure trove of stately homes, famous Chelsea Flower Show! The Chelsea Belgian border. Maastricht is among the oldest formal gardens and castles, as well as local Flower Show will bring together the very best continually settled cities in Holland. On your craft and history. (B,D) show gardens, flowers and gardening from around the world. You will be able to see England magnificent floral displays, model gardens, LONDON English garden tools and a host of garden l Holland e Dover n ROYAL TUNBRIDGE WELLS n structures and artifacts. 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PASSENGER CONDITIONS: Tips & Taxes & Porterage: Insight hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage. All tips are included for services on tour provided by dining-room waiters, chambermaids and porters at hotels. What’s Not Included: Airfares, airport taxes and charges imposed by third parties, passports and applicable Tickets to the Chelsea Flower Show 2016 visa fees, laundry, phone calls, items of a personal nature, beverages, meals and sightseeing not detailed on the itinerary, tips and gratuities to the Tour Director, coach drivers and local city guides, excess baggage, Locally guided tour of Maastricht & Paris optional excursions and travel insurance. Please note that travel insurance is highly recommended. Please see your Travel Agent for further details. Orientation tours in Munich, Verona, Montreux & Rothenburg • A deposit of AUD$200 per person is required within 7 days of booking. Visit the villages that dot the "Romantic Road" Final Payment: Required to your travel agent no later than 70 days prior to departure. Price: The advertised price is in Australian dollars. No surcharges in regards to cost or currency fluctuations Scenic drives through the Bavarian, Austrian, Italian & Swiss Alps will be made once deposit is received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges and does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or its agencies. No discounts are applicable with this tour. Visit Neuschwanstein Castle Discounts: Frequent Traveller & 2nd Tour Discount apply only. No other discounts are available on this tour. Refer our 2015/2016 brochure for conditions of these. Cruise to Isola Bella & visit Borromeo Palace & Gardens Cancellation Fees: The following scale of charges apply when cancellation is notified: No of days prior to "Valley of the Waterfalls" Jungfrau excursion tour commencement. Cancellation fee a % of total tour price More than 70 days loss of deposit Visit Chillon Castle Between 69 & 30 days 38.5% Between 29 & 8 days 55% Wine tasting in Burgundy Between 7 days to departure 100% of fare Visit Monet’s Garden Amendments: A fee of $50 may apply to any change made to your booking once confirmed. Refunds: No refund is available if cancellations occur after the tour has commenced or in respect of any Visit Versailles Chateaux & Gardens tours, accommodation, meals or any other services not utilised. Itinerary Changes & Tour Cancellation: Discover a world of plants at the Botanic Gardens in Belgium Insight Vacations reserves the right to vary itineraries should circumstances dictate, as well as cancel or reschedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements, or circumstances beyond its control. Visit to world famous Sissinghurst Gardens The advertised tours require minimum numbers to depart. Should these not be met Insight Vacations reserves the right to alter or cancel arrangements. Expore beautiful Garden Wisley Hotels: The hotels listed in the itinerary are confirmed, although subject to change for reasons beyond our control. London – Thames River Cruise Dinner (jacket & tie required) Rooming Arrangements: Please note that single accommodation is usually limited. Occupying a single room either by choice or circumstance is subject to the applicable supplement. Brussels – Dinner of local specialties in historic surroundings Tour Membership: Any person aged 8 years or more is eligible, though if under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. The Tour Director may, at his or her discretion, require any person to withdraw from Rothenburg – Dinner in an old town restaurant any tour if he or she deems the person’s acts or conduct offensive or a nuisance to other passengers, and we shall have no further liability. Paris – Highlight Dinner up the sparkling Eiffel Tower Porterage: For one suitcase on tour is included in the tour price and at arrival or departure from each tour hotel. Due to limited coach capacity this single bag should have a weight not exceeding 30kg (66lbs) and dimensions not exceeding 77.5cm (30.5in) x 56cm (22in) x 32cm (12.5in). Charges will be levied in the event these limits are exceeded and our promise to transport you as indicated may be invalidated. Note: Airlines Included quality dining may restrict check-in baggage to 20kg per person. Documentation: Approximately 2 weeks prior to departure from Australia, documentation will be received 17 breakfasts (B), 5 three-course Evening Meals with choice, or by your travel agent including a tour itinerary, a full Hotel list, an Optional Experiences list, baggage labels & buffets, plus tea or coffee (D), 4 Highlight Dinners (HD) ticket wallet. Holidays & Changes: During local or national holidays abroad, certain facilities such as museums, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited. In such instances, and whenever possible, slight itinerary adjustments are made by Insight Vacations to minimise inconvenience to our passengers. If, however you Included First Class Services feel your enjoyment might be diminished by such minor limitations please check with the respective national tourist office before selecting a specific departure. Similarly, holidays, closing days and other circumstances 17 nights in Premium Hotels in the best locations may necessitate a change of the day of the week for scheduled highlight dinners, sightseeing or other activities. Due to the unreliability of domestic air scheduling, religious festivals, and other unforseen Escorted by professional Tour Director circumstances, the itineraries, hotels or order of sightseeing may change at short notice. Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room, • Pre or post tour accommodation is subject to availability. If not available, an alternative may be offered. Booking Terms and Conditions: These conditions incorporate the basis upon which bookings are on-board restroom and panoramic windows accepted by your Travel Agent and Insight Vacations. By making a booking you are agreeing to these terms & conditions. Insight is not responsible for the costs of any other travel arrangements affected due to our Included airport transfer service cancellations or re-scheduling of any tour departure. For further information about Insight Vacations please refer to Insight’s brochure. These conditions must be carefully studied prior to making the commitment of paying the deposit as they must be referred to. Additional terms and conditions may be applicable to group bookings and will be advised. IV4014

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