Road to Rome - Start London, Classic Group

What's Included

• Meals

  Enjoy 12 breakfasts, 1 lunch with wine, and 4 dinners with wine, including a Welcome Dinner in Paris and a Celebration Dinner in Rome.

• Exclusive Experiences

  Gain VIP access to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica. Experience a Dine-Around Evening in Lucerne, visit a local winery in Veneto, and enjoy a lunch of Tuscan specialties at Il Poggio.

• Luxury Travel

  Travel in comfort on Insight's luxury air-conditioned 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Enjoy the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train from London to Paris.

• Top-rated Accommodations

  Stay in hand-picked hotels in prime locations, including Park Plaza Victoria in London, Le Méridien Etoile in Paris, and Kolbe Hotel Rome in Rome.

• Local Experts

  Benefit from the knowledge of Local Experts in cities like Rome, Florence, and Assisi for an in-depth understanding of the history and culture.

• Additional Highlights

  Enjoy a variety of experiences such as a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, a panoramic journey to the top of Mount Stanserhorn, and a glassblowing workshop in Venice.

What's Not Included

• Flights

  International flights to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
  
  

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, and additional meals or drinks outside of the included meals are not covered.
  
  

• Optional Activities

  Costs for optional activities not included in the tour itinerary are not covered.
  
  

• Visa Fees

  Any required visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
  
  

• Airport Transfers Outside Scheduled Times

  If your arrival and/or departure flights do not align with the itinerary start and end dates, transfers are not included and may require an additional fee.
  
  

Mode of Transport

Relax on the smooth, high-speed Eurostar train as you journey from London to Europe via the revolutionary Channel Tunnel.

Accommodation

Stay at the following or similar: Park Plaza Victoria - London, Le Méridien Etoile - Paris, Hotel Astoria - Lucerne, AC Hotel Innsbruck - Innsbruck, BW Premier Collection CHC Continental - Venice, Hotel Indigo Florence - Florence, Kolbe Hotel Rome - Rome.

Dining Summary

• 12 Breakfast (B)
• 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
• 1 Lunch with Wine (LW)

Additional Included Highlights

• Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
• 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.
• We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
• From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
• Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
• 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 Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Insight Experiences

• Rome: Enjoy exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes during an after-hours visit. This 9th-century basilica’s simple facade guards the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The history of the church springs to life as you admire the interior’s treasured collection, including Bernini's first sculpture and the renowned mosaics, illuminated for your visit. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a rare and unforgettable insight into Rome and its religious history.
• Rome: Enjoy an exclusive visit to the oldest pharmacy in Europe, Rome’s Antica Spezieria di Santa Maria della Scala, also known as the ‘Pharmacy of the Popes.’ Discover this hidden gem during a private audience with a friar of the Carmelite order, who reveals the historic curiosities of this 16th-century pharmacy.

Summary

• Visit the Basilica of St. Francis with a Local Expert in Assisi.

Well-being

• Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
• Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.