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19 FABULOUS DAYS Departing 2016: May 22, Jun 20, Sep 19 & 26

Visit the gardens of Villa Carlotta

Walk to the Cathedral in Florence.

PICTURE PERFECT ITALYItaly is a photographer’s paradise. Celebrate Italian culture and style on this leisurely paced journey from jagged pastel-hued

peaks to rolling Tuscan hills. Along the way discover hill-top towns, star-studded resorts, elegant villas and lavish gardens.

Day 1 – Your Journey Begins. Board your

overnight flight to Italy (not included).

Day 2 – Welcome to Venice. On arrival at Venice

airport you are transferred by water taxi to

your canal-front hotel, located between St.

Mark’s Square and Rialto Bridge. Later, join

your Tour Director for Welcome Drinks and a relaxed evening of dinner and wine at a local restaurant. (WD) Hotel: Star Hotel Splendid.

Day 3 – Venice & the Magic of La Serenissima. A Local Expert introduces you to this fabled city. Standing in the iconic Piazza San Marco, admire the grand basilica and Doges’ Palace. See the Grand Canal and learn about the history and culture of ‘La Serenissima’. The rest of the day is free for independent exploration. Perhaps experience a romantic gondola ride or get a bird’s eye view of Venice from one of the bell towers. In the evening, enjoy a mouth-watering dinner at one of Venice’s prized local restaurants. (BB,HD)

Day 4 – Cortina d’Ampezzo & the Dolomites. Travel through the distinctive formations of the Dolomites, where rugged peaks take the form of towers belfries or domes. Spend two wonderful nights in the chic ski resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo. (BB) Hotel: Ancora.

Day 5 – The Colorful Peaks of the Dolomites. There is an opportunity today to join the coach for a scenic drive to the pretty pine circled Lake Pianozes. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Perhaps ascend to the summit of one of the nearby peaks by cable car? (BB)

Day 6 – Down to the Italian Lake District. Travel down from the mountains and head for Milan to see the magnificent cathedral, its impressive façade dripping with pinnacles and spires. Now on to the enchanting Italian Lake District for three nights in the lakeside resort of Baveno. (BB,D) Hotel: Dino.

Day 7 – Lake Maggiore & the Borromean Islands.Take to the waters of Lake Maggiore for a delightful cruise to the beautiful Borromean Islands. Visit Isola Bella renowned for its incredible palace and stunning Botanical Gardens. Next, embark on a scenic drive along the shores of the lake, past splendid villas set in sub-tropical gardens with the Swiss Alps providing the backdrop. Cross into Switzerland to explore fashionable lakeside Lugano. (BB)

Day 8 – Lake Como Excursion. Spend the morning in Bellagio – the pearl of Lake Como! Enjoy glorious water views and explore the narrow cobblestone alleyways, filled with luxurious boutiques. In the afternoon, visit the romantic gardens of Villa Carlotta. Built at the end of the

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Soak up the unique atmosphere of Venice

Visit the Cinque Terre

17th century, this botanic haven is famous for its art and a photographer’s dream come true! (BB)

DAY 9 – Rapallo on the Italian Riviera. Leave the Italian Lake District and travel down to Rapallo on the sunny, color-splashed Ligurian coast! Your hotel is one of the most prestigious properties on the Eastern Riviera - overlooking the Portofino Promontory and housed in an elegant Art Nouveau style residence that dates from 1908. (BB) Hotel: Grand Hotel Bristol. s

Day 10 – Portofino Excursion. Travel to the exclusive fishing village of Portofino, epitome of La Dolce Vita. Join a sightseeing cruise which includes a visit to a little village while you bask in Mediterranean sun. Afterwards admire the gaily-colored houses, browse the fashionable boutiques, stay a while in the cafe bars on the piazzetta and watch the yachts bob in the harbor. Back in Rapallo, fans of Italian seafood are in for a treat at this evening’s Highlight Dinner. (BB,HD)

Day 11 – Cinque Terre, Tuscany & Chianti. Get ready to explore the ‘Cinque Terre’, or ‘five villages’, which were for years only accessible by donkey. Explore a couple of the fishing villages hugging the cliff-face, where there are amazing opportunities to capture great photographs. Soak up the atmosphere before continuing to your charming hotel in the heart of the Tuscan countryside. (BB,D) Hotel: Compagnie Des Hotels.

Day 12 – Tastes of Tuscany Excursion. Get your cameras ready for a drive through the beautiful rolling countryside of Tuscany, past olive groves, old farmhouses, medieval towns and rows of vineyards. Visit the celebrated estate of Rocca di Castagnoli in the heart of historic Chianti. Visit the winery to taste the finest produce of wine and olive oil. Then enjoy a cooking lesson, where you prepare two different types of pasta, a meat dish and dessert. Afterwards, you get to eat what you

have prepared for lunch, along with a glass of the famous vino, Salute! (BB,HL)

Day 13 – Florence Excursion. Today is dedicated to Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. Join your Local Expert inside the Academy Gallery and enjoy crystal clear commentary via your audio headsets as you study the muscular forms of Michelangelo’s ‘Statue of David’. Walk on to the Duomo, Giotto’s Belltower and ‘Gates of Paradise’ before reaching Signoria Square, adorned with statues and fountains. Your walking tour concludes at the Basilica of Santa Croce, where Michelangelo lies buried. After free time for lunch, visit the Pitti Palace and relax amid the formal terraces of the Boboli Gardens. (BB)

Day 14 – Villa Lante & Hilltop Orvieto. Drive into the heart of Umbria to visit Villa Lante, Italy’s finest example of late-Renaissance design, featuring cascades, fountains and dripping grottoes. Continue to hilltop Orvieto, overlooking a sea of beautiful vineyards. Sightseeing shows you the Gothic cathedral, housing Luca Signorelli’s beautiful frescoes. (BB) Hotel: Aquila Bianca.

Day 15 – Positano & the Amalfi Coast. Continue south to the breathtaking Amalfi coast for two spectacular nights. Stay in the exclusive artists paradise of Positano - its Moorish flair and colorful houses make it one of the most photographed places in Italy. As evening descends, make most of this beautiful setting with an imaginative dinner at a local restaurant. (BB,HD) Hotel: Royal Domina.

Day 16 – Excursion to the Isle of Capri. There is magnificent scenery at every turn as you travel along the Amalfi Coast to board your ferry to Capri - the Isle of Dreams. Arriving at the Marina Grande, ascend to Capri Town by funicular railway. There is time to browse in the elegant shops before taking the spectacular Corniche road to Anacapri, with its magnificent views over the Mediterranean. There is free

time to explore and enjoy an included light lunch a before returning to Positano. (BB,L)

Day 17 – Pompeii & Rome. Drive to the ancient city of Pompeii, preserved by the eruptions of Mount Vesuvius in AD79. Walk with a local guide through the cobbled streets to explore the shops, villas and temples. Continue to the ‘eternal city’ of Rome. (BB) Hotel: Imperiale.

DAY 18 – Rome & the Gardens of Villa d’Este. A Local Expert takes you through the Vatican Museums to gaze upon the priceless Papal art collection and Michelangelo’s famous ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Now explore St Peter’s Basilica, mother church of the Catholic faith. Cross the Tiber to see the Roman Forum and the Colosseum before heading out to the UNESCO listed gardens of the Villa d’Este. In the 16th century, Cardinal d’Este diverted the river Aniene to feed hundreds of fountains in his fantasy garden and they still function today! Celebrate tonight, with dinner and wine at a local restaurant, followed by a glittering illuminations tour including the Trevi Fountain. (BB,CD)

Day 19 – Arrivederci Roma. Your memorable tour comes to an end today. Transfers arrive at Rome’s Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 07:00 & 09:30. (BB)

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BOOKINGS & INQUIRIESPlease contact your local Travel Professional

TERMS AND 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 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, coaches drivers and local city guides, excess baggage,optional excursions and travel insurance. Please note that travel insurance is highly recommended. Please see your Travel Agent for further details.• A deposit of USD $200 per person is required within 7 days of booking.Final Payment: No later than 70 days prior to departure.Price: the advertised price is in US dollars. No surcharges in regards to cost or currency fluctuations 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.Discounts: Frequent Traveler & 2nd tour Discount apply only. No other discounts are available on this tour. Refer our 2015 Europe & Britain brochure for conditions of these.Cancellation Fees:The following scale of charges apply when cancellation is notified: No of days prior to tour commencement. Cancellation fee a % of total tour priceMore than 70 days loss of depositBetween 69 & 30 days 38.5%Between 29 & 08 days 55%Between 07 days to departure 100% of fareAmendments: 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 tours, accommodation, meals or any other services not utilized.Itinerary Changes & Tour Cancellation: 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. The advertised tours require minimum numbers to depart. Should these not be met Insight Vacations reserves the right to alter or cancel arrangements.Hotels: The hotels listed in the itinerary are confirmed, although subject to change for reasons beyond our control.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.

Tour Membership: Any person aged 5 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 any tour if he or she deems the person’s acts or conduct offensive or a nuisance to other guests, and we shall have no further liability.

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 may restrict check-in baggage to 20kgs per person.

Documentation: Approximately 2 weeks prior to departure date, documentation will be received by your travel agent including a tour itinerary, a full Hotel list, an Optional Excursion list, baggage labels & 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 minimize inconvenience to our guests. If, however you 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 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 unforeseen circumstances, the itineraries, hotels or order of sightseeing may change at short notice.

• 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 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 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.

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCESItalian Lake District: Cruise to the island of Isola Bella, renowned

for its opulent palace and stunning gardens.

Portofino: Cruise along the coast to this exclusive resort town.

Lake Como: Visit the romantic gardens at the Villa Carlotta.

Cinque Terre: Explore two of the charming fishing villages .

Tuscany: Learn the art of Italian cookery.

Tuscany: Drive through the rolling countryside to a medieval village in the heart of Chianti. Visit a winery, taste the wine and olive oil.

Florence: Visit the Statue of David in the Accademia Museum.

Florence: Visit the Pitti Palace, full of art treasures, and enjoy views over Florence from the Boboli Gardens.

Villa Lante: Visit the garden’s cascades, fountains and grottoes.

Isle of Capri: Ride up to town by funicular. Take the Corniche road to Anacapri, enjoy the sea views and a light lunch.

Pompeii: Walk with a local expert through the cobbled streets.

Rome: Visit the Vatican Museums and gaze upon Michelangelo’s ceiling in the Sistine Chapel on a privately guided tour.

Rome: Visit the UNESCO listed gardens of the Villa d’Este.

SIGNATURE DININGVenice: Get to know each other over a pleasant evening of dinner

and wine at a Venetian restaurant. (WD)

Venice: Dinner with wine at one of Venice’s prized restaurants. (HD)

Rapallo: The Ligurian coast is renowned for its seafood so you are treated to a feast of local specialties. (HD)

Tuscany: Enjoy the results of your Italian Cookery Class for lunch. (HL)

Amalfi: Dine at a charming restaurant on the Amalfi Coast. (HD)

Rome: Wine & dine at a local restaurant, plus illuminations tour. (CD)

PLUS 17 full breakfasts (BB), 1 lunch (L), 2 three-course Evening Meals with choice, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D)

SIGNATURE HOTELSs Grand Hotel Bristol: Set on a hill overlooking the Gulf of

Tigullio, this Liberty Style hotel combines timeless elegance with contemporary luxury and service.

ADDITIONAL 5 STAR SERVICES17 nights in First Class Hotel Accommodation as indicated

Escorted by professional Tour Director

Luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room, on-board washroom, and panoramic windows

Insight Hotels include all service charges, taxes and porterage

Airport arrival and departure transfers on Day 2 and Day 19

Experience Italy like never before from just US$273 per day

Starts 2016 Ends 2016 Twin Share Single Sup.

22 May – 09 Jun $5179 p.p. $1067 20 Jun – 08 Jul $5179 p.p. $1067 19 Sep – 07 Oct $5179 p.p. $1067 26 Sep – 14 Oct $5179 p.p. $1067