Insight Vacations 2006 premium Ancient Civilizations brochure

Visit timeless lands and discover the mystery and splendour of the world’s great and ancient civilizations with Insight Vacations’ 2006 Ancient Civilizations Premium First Class Escorted Vacations brochure, available at travel agents now. The brochure presents 17 fantastic itineraries including many cruising options, broadly encompassing Egypt, Greece, Turkey, Jordan and Israel.

Each Insight tour is a unique journey of discovery backed by the highest standards of personal service, reminiscent of the golden age of travel – and Insight Vacations invite you to experience it for yourself.

Insight’s expert tour planners have put together a range of superbly balanced, leisurely paced escorted vacations and cruises designed to showcase the very best of the region.

In 2006 Insight is introducing four new itineraries including;

Jordan Experience – 5 days from $1099 per person, twin share, land only

Visiting Amman, Jerash, Petra, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Kerak, Shobak and Petra, highlights include the lost city of Petra, the massive Crusader Castle at Kerak and the grand ruined Greco Roman city of Jerash.

Aegean, Danube, & Black Sea Explorer – 12 days from $2499

Visits Istanbul, Burgas, Mangalia, Bucharest, Sofia, Kalambaka and Athens. Highlights include Topkapi Palace and the Grand Bazaar, home to more that 4000 shops, cafes and tea houses in Istanbul, the Black Sea resort town of Burgas, Transylvanian excursion to Bran Castle in search of Dracula, said to be the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s book, and Meteora’s amazing hanging monasteries.

Best of Egypt – 9 days $1685

Visiting Cairo, Aswan, Edfu and Luxor, highlights include high tea on the terrace in Aswan, the Great Pyramids in Giza, Valley of the Kings, overnight train from Cairo to Aswan as well as a three night, five-star cruise down the mighty river Nile.

Grand Tour of Egypt – 17 days from $3399

Visits Cairo, St Catherine, Gulf of Suez, Alexandria, Luxor, Edfu, Aswan, and Kom Ombo. Highlights include the option to climb Mt Sinai, sunrise over the mountains of Saudi Arabia, the Red Sea and Gulf of Aqaba, Alexandria and the luxurious seven night Nile Cruise, to name just a few.

Insight Vacations has achieved a worldwide reputation for hospitality and outstanding service. Its reliability and attention to detail is unparalleled because Insight employs the most respected and experienced travel professionals in the region, experts who are dedicated to making your vacation both carefree and memorable.

Imagine relaxing on a Nile or Mediterranean cruise; visiting the Great Pyramids of Cheops at Giza; seeing the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth; enjoying a half day excursion to the legendary Temple of Poseidon; and seeing a sound and light show at the Temple of Karnak. All of this can come true on your Insight Vacations Ancient Civilizations tour.

Insight guests will enjoy more intimate groups, limited to just 40 passengers which ensures unparalleled, individual attention and service; a unique mix of transport, ensuring the journey is as enjoyable as the destination; coach travel on luxury reconfigured coaches with more space, legroom and comfort; the added value of exclusive included premium highlights worth hundreds of dollars; and the assurance that you’ll only stay in first class and deluxe hotels which are centrally or scenically located – it’s these differences which ensure every Insight journey is smooth and hassle free, so all that’s left is time to fully enjoy each destination visited.

Insight Vacations is a clear choice for travellers wanting a holiday of a lifetime. Its product is very competitively priced and clearly differentiated from other escorted journeys with premium and business class benefits as well as experienced tour directors, guaranteed departures and more.

The exceptional quality, unrivalled value and impeccable service provided by Insight Vacations will create holiday memories that last a lifetime. To make a booking visit your local travel agent, or for more information see www.insightvacations.com.

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