Day 1 - LONDON - AMSTERDAM

After a warm welcome from your Tour Director, drive to Dover. Admire the white cliffs on the channel crossing to France. Continue through Belgian countryside on your way to Amsterdam where you enjoy a Welcome Drink.

Hotel: Mövenpick City Centre (D)

Day 2 - AMSTERDAM SIGHTSEEING

Cross Dam Square and pass the Royal Palace to see diamonds being cut and polished. This afternoon, choose between an afternoon at leisure to visit the Rijksmuseum or the Anne Frank House, or join us on an included drive through typical Dutch countryside. (BB)

Day 3 - AMSTERDAM - RHINELAND - HEIDELBERG

Past the 'Bridge Too Far' at Arnhem before crossing the German border and heading to the scenic Rhine Gorge. Explore the wine village of Boppard before joining your cruise past half-timbered villages and turreted castles perched high above terraced vineyards. Stay tonight in Heidelberg.

Hotel: NH Heidelberg (BB,D)

Day 4 - HEIDELBERG - INNSBRUCK

Drive south into the Bavarian Alps to see King Ludwig's Neuschwanstein Castle. Take a scenic alpine drive through the mountains into Austria. Arrive at the beautiful city of Innsbruck where you walk through the Old Town to see the Golden Roof.

Hotel: Hilton (BB,D)

Day 5 - INNSBRUCK - SALZBURG - VIENNA

Make your way to Salzburg 'alive with the Sound of Music'. Walk with your guide through the Mirabell Gardens and see Mozart's birthplace. This afternoon, drive along the Danube Valley, passing Melk Abbey, to stately Vienna.

Hotel: Hilton (BB)

Day 6 - VIENNA SIGHTSEEING

With a local guide, visit the glorious Schönbrunn Palace. Head into the city centre to tour the Ring Street, pass the Opera, the soaring spires of the City Hall and the Parliament. Finish with an explanation of the history and culture of the Viennese café. (BB)

Day 7 - VIENNA - ZAGREB

Drive through Styria's forested mountains and over the Slovenian border to Maribor. Follow the Drava River to Croatia and its capital of Zagreb. On a guided tour, see the green squares of the modern Lower Town. Move on to the medieval Upper Town, and its Presidential Palace, Stone Gate, St. Marks Church and Pope's Tower.

Hotel: Sheraton. (BB,DA)

Day 8 - ZAGREB - PLITVICE NATIONAL PARK

Time at leisure this morning. Maybe take an optional excursion to Tito's home town of Kumrovec before departing for one of Europe's finest natural wonders.

Hotel: Jezero. (BB,D)

Day 9 - PLITVICE NATIONAL PARK - SPLIT

Tour Plitvice Lakes National Park. Visit Korana Canyon to see the falls and Tomicevo Pogledalo for views over the park. Drive on to the Dalmatian coast, and admire the cathedral and Renaissance Cipiko Palace in Trogir before continuing to Split. Some 1700 years ago, the Roman Emperor Diocletian built his palace here; today you can explore the streets and buildings within that same palace.

Hotel: Atrium. (BB)

Day 10 - SPLIT - SALONA - DUBROVNIK

Visit the old port of Salona with its Roman baths, Amphitheatre and Necropolis. Drive along the sun drenched coast to Dubrovnik. Tonight, enjoy a selection of ambience and local cuisine offered on your Dine-Around evening.

Hotel: Ariston (BB,D)

Day 11 - DUBROVNIK SIGHTSEEING

Join a local guide for a sightseeing tour of the Old Town, seeing Onofrio's fountain, the Rector's Palace, city walls, as well as the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries. The afternoon is at leisure - maybe take a sunset cruise this evening? (BB)

Day 12 - DUBROVNIK - KOTOR - TIRANA

Over the border, visit the Old Town of Kotor before continuing through the spectacular scenery of Montenegro. Cross into the mysterious emerging country of Albania and stay in its capital of Tirana.

Hotel: Sheraton (BB,D)

Day 13 - TIRANA - IOANNINA

Head south through the spectacular scenery to the northern mountainous region of Greece and the pretty resort of Ioannina, built on the bank of Lake Pamvotis

Hotel: Du Lac (BB,D)

Day 14 - IOANNINA - ATHENS

Take a scenic drive to the ancient capital of Greece, Athens. From the top of your hotel you can see the Acropolis and the sea.

Hotel: Metropolitan (BB)

Day 15 - ATHENS SIGHTSEEING

Join a local guide this morning for your Athens sightseeing tour. Enjoy glory in abundance, from the Parthenon and Acropolis to the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of the Wingless Victory and Hadrian's Arch. The afternoon is at leisure to explore at your own pace. (BB)

Day 16 - CRUISING - MYKONOS

Board your cruise ship and set sail for the Cyclades. Arrive early evening at the island of Mykonos. The narrow lanes of the town were originally built to discourage the wind and pirates! Tonight they're yours to explore. (BB,L,D,S)

Day 17 - CRUISING - KUSADASI & PATMOS

Dock at the Turkish port of Kusadasi. Visit the bazaar or perhaps take the option to visit ancient Ephesus. Sail to the island of Patmos where St John wrote the book of Revelation. Tonight enjoy a Greek Evening and Dinner with entertainment. (BB,L,HD,S)

Day 18 - CRUISING - HERAKLION & SANTORINI

Sail to Heraklion on the island of Crete, site of the ruins of King Minos' Palace of Knossos. Later continue to the sheer cliffs of Santorini. Experience the island's capital of Thira, with its cliff top restaurants and cafes, breathtaking views and amazing sunsets. (BB,L,D,S)

Day 19 - ATHENS

Disembark and transfer to the airport. (BB)
 

Your Insight tour already includes a host of bonus highlights and comprehensive sightseeing. However, there is 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. All prices are quoted in local currency. Payment can be made in cash or by Visa, Mastercard or American Express. To help your pre-tour budgeting we suggest you allow approximately EURO 45 per person per day for optional excursions.

AMS01 - AALSMEER FLOWER AUCTIONS
Each day, 19 million flowers and 2 million plants are sold at 'Bloemenveiling Aalsmeer'. This is the world's largest flower auction and you will experience the excitement of a live 'Dutch auction' from a specially designed viewing gallery. You will be dazzled by the millions of flowers being prepared for export. EURO 20

AMS02 - DUTCH BULBFIELDS
Holland's Bollenstreek (bulb district) is a short drive from Amsterdam and is a seasonal delight. In the spring and summer months, millions of Dutch tulip, hyacinth and daffodil bulbs erupt into a riot of colour from their orderly rows. The entrance fee is included. (This excursion is only available in season). EURO 28

AMS08 - DINNER IN A HISTORIC DUTCH RESTAURANT & CANAL CRUISE
Savour a meal of typical Dutch specialities with drinks in historic surroundings. Later we board our private canal boat and guide gently along illuminated canals, past traditional Dutch-gabled houses built right on the water's edge and under picturesque bridges. EURO 60

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. EURO 35

INN01 - 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. EURO 39

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 motor coaches 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 snow capped peaks. EURO 47

SZG07 - BERCHTESGADEN AND HOHENRINGSTRASSE EXCURSION
Should optional SZG06 not be available, SZG07 below will be offered as an alternative. A scenic drive in the Bavarian Alps to Berchtesgaden within sight of Hitler's Bavarian redoubt. Then via the Hohenringstrasse, we ascend 1500 m (5000 ft) along one of Europe's most spectacular and scenic roads. EURO 34

VIE06 - DINNER IN A COUNTRY MANSION
We see the famous Prater Amusement Park, then cross the Danube to arrive at one of the most famous restaurants in Austria. Former patrons include Napoleon, the Emperor Franz Joseph, Luciano Pavarotti, Liz Taylor and Arnold Schwarzenegger. In this historic country mansion we will enjoy a delicious dinner in one of the elegant dining rooms. Choose your main dish from various Austrian specialties and enjoy the live music and unlimited drinks. EURO 60

VIE17 - ELEGANT VIENNA
Explore the interior of the world's most famous opera house and step back in time as we enjoy Vienna's magnificent historic district by taking an open-air carriage ride. EURO 46

VIE16 - VIENNA WOODS & GRINZING
We drive to the west of this Imperial City to the romantic Vienna Woods where we have dinner with drinks and musical entertainment in a typical "heuriger" tavern. EURO 56

VIE14A - DINNER AND GALA VIENNESE CONCERT
We will enjoy a delicious meal of Viennese specialities, with drinks, followed by a wonderful concert of Viennese classical music including some of the most famous works of Johann Strauss and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, performed by some of the most highly acclaimed soloists and dancers in Austria. A glass of champagne is included during the interval. EURO 94

ZAG01 - KUMROVEC & LUNCH/DINNER
Through beautiful rolling countryside of Zagorje we reach Kumrovec, an exceptionally valuable and attractive ethnic village with about thirty rural houses and farmsteads. Some of them are still lived in by the locals, the others present the life as it was in Zagorje about 150 years ago. Visiting a native house of late Marshal Tito gives us a chance to clarify complicated and bloody history of this region. Short ride later we enjoy a truly home-made lunch in a picturesque restaurant favored by the locals, with unlimited drinks. Magnificent views of the vine-covered rolling hills and Veliki Tabor Castle come as a bonus! EURO 51

SPT01 - KONOBA DINNER
If you want to truly experience Dalmatian cuisine, a dinner in a traditional 'konoba' – a stone daylight basement – is the best choice. Select from a variety of seafood or meats accompanied by good Dalamatian wines. EURO 47

DBV02 - SUNSET CRUISE & DINNER
Sit back and enjoy a relaxing cruise around the fabled bay of Dubrovnik. The mighty city walls rise straight from the cliffs that once upon a time were part of yet another island of the Adriatic. A dinner of seaside specialties will be washed down with local drinks (wine and grappa being the most famous) as the sun sets over the splendid city. We will moor in the old town harbour and have another look at Dubrovnik by night – when the crowds are gone and the locals come out for a stroll. (The operation of this tour is dependent on weather conditions and in some cases the cruise will be operated during the day with lunch). EURO 53

ATH22 - CAPE SOUNION
Cape Sounion is the Southernmost tip of the Attica Peninsula in Greece, site of the first lighthouse and the ruins of the Temple of Poseidon. Steeped in Greek History, this is one of the most famous and picturesque places in Greece. EURO 37

ATH79 - TRADITIONAL GREEK TAVERNA MEAL IN THE PLAKA
The lively Plaka is within walking distance from most of the central Athens hotels and it is here that we enjoy excellent traditional Greek food, music and dance. Wine, beer and soft drinks are included. (Casual dress) EURO 52

SHORE EXCURSIONS
Optional shore excursions will be offered while on your cruise. Full details of the excursions listed below will be provided by your representative in Greece or on embarkation of your cruise. The shore excursions are arranged by Louis Cruises, and Insight is not able to intervene with regard to any purchases made at shops visited on these excursions. An Insight Representative will be available on the cruise ship but might not accompany groups on shore excursions.

KUS01 - EPHESUS & THE HOUSE OF VIRGIN MARY
HALF DAY Adult: EURO 65 Child: EURO 43

KUS02 - ANCIENT EPHESUS
HALF DAY Adult: EURO 62 Child: EURO 41

PAT01 - ST. JOHN'S MONASTERY & GROTTO OF THE APOCALYPSE
HALF DAY Adult: EURO 51 Child: EURO 31

PAT02 - SCENIC ISLAND TOUR
HALF DAY Adult: EURO 39 Child: EURO 25

HER02 - KNOSSOS PALACE
HALF DAY Adult: EURO 58 Child: EURO 39

HER04 - A TASTE OF CRETE Adult: EURO 54 Child: EURO 27

SAN01A - EXCURSION TO OIA VILLAGE Adult: EURO 55 Child: EURO 35

SAN02 - SANTORINI SAILING & VOLCANO
HALF DAY Adult: EURO 55 Child: EURO 28