Insight Vacations Reviews
The 613 Insight Vacations reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have travelled with Insight Vacations. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
The 613 Insight Vacations reviews listed below are from past clients of Global Journeys that have travelled with Insight Vacations. Each review has been individually verified by our team.
I enjoyed every single day during this 18 day trip. My first time travelling with Insight Vacations and certainly will do it again. All in all, the standard of accommodations, meals, sightseeing etc is similar to my life style in Sydney. I love the quality and comfort therefore the trip was fabulous. Being a spiritual person, by practising 'mindfulness' read more about my surroundings, I focused on the positive perspective from my inner self. Yeah, another enjoyable trip for me. Happiness comes from inner self.
As a first timer to group travel and a single traveller I was hesitant. Not to worry the organisation was perfect. A plus was a well behaved group all intent on a good time which filtered through the trip.
This was our 10th Insight Tour and it was a very well organised tour. Cities and Sightseeing were excellent as was the food. The Hotels were some of the best we have stayed in. We even ventured out by ourselves in St Petersburg and Moscow with no trouble. The only downside was that there was about 3 days that involved very long travel days in the coach, read more with the longest being the Moscow to Minsk day that was over 700Km and 10Hrs with only a few stops and a quick lunch break. The next being the Copenhagen to Stockholm at 600Km and over 8 Hrs. But this didn't detract from the overall fantastic tour. Maybe it should be a few days longer.
The Tour Director was average and we only had 26 passengers, he relied a lot on the local guides which were good. The optional extras are always hard to judge if they are worth it. We did those that we thought were reasonable as most of them were expensive. Those that did the Russian Ballet were disappointed and the Lithuanian Dinner didn't have Traditional Dancers and would of been better going to a restaurant ourselves. Overall I would recommend this tour but be prepared for some long bus days. As usual the booking process with Global Journeys and Yvonne was very easy and always recommend them.
The Tour Director was average and we only had 26 passengers, he relied a lot on the local guides which were good. The optional extras are always hard to judge if they are worth it. We did those that we thought were reasonable as most of them were expensive. Those that did the Russian Ballet were disappointed and the Lithuanian Dinner didn't have Traditional Dancers and would of been better going to a restaurant ourselves. Overall I would recommend this tour but be prepared for some long bus days. As usual the booking process with Global Journeys and Yvonne was very easy and always recommend them.
The weather in Scandinavia was fantastic; so good that it probably would never be repeated. To be in Bergen on Norwegian National Day (17 May) was a highlight and something that I would recommend to anyone travelling to this area. Copenhagen is a dynamic and interesting city - very different to Australia.
We would recommend travelling with Insight Travel. Our trip to Spain and Portugal was very well organised and everything went smoothly. It is great to sit back and enjoy all the wonderful places and experiences and have no worries. Our tour director, Dan, was excellent - his experience and knowledge was vast. It was a pleasure.
Also, Hannah at Global read more Journeys was excellent. The booking process was effortless and everything went smoothly.
Also, Hannah at Global read more Journeys was excellent. The booking process was effortless and everything went smoothly.
Enjoyed all aspects of this tour of the Balkans. Thank you Georgie at Global Journeys for your prompt attention and professional dealings with organising this tour. We will certainly use your company again.
An Interesting and Enlightening Tour 6
Treasures of the Balkans
Bruce & Carolyn, VIC, Australia, Apr 2018
My wife and I took the the first tour of the year, starting in early May. We were very lucky with the weather-no rain and temperatures in the mid to high 20's. Overall we found the tour very interesting with each location offering something different. It was enlightening to listen to the local tour guides provide a different slant on historical matters, read more depending on which country we were in.
The hotels were of a high standard, although many were some distance from the centre. Unfortunately the quality of the included hotel dinners was disappointing which we found surprising based on past experiences with Insight. There was little variety to choose from and no traditional food on offer, with the exception of the Yantra Grand Hotel in Veliko Tarnova.
We only did two optional activities. I would recommend the Rila Monastery excursion from Sofia but could not recommend the harbour dinner cruise in Dubrovnik. The dinner was terrible and the drinks package was not what was offered. But despite these negatives the overall experience was very good and we learned a great deal about this region.
Finally a big thank you to Yvonne at Global Journeys for her advice and organization, thus helping to make this another very successful tour for us.
The hotels were of a high standard, although many were some distance from the centre. Unfortunately the quality of the included hotel dinners was disappointing which we found surprising based on past experiences with Insight. There was little variety to choose from and no traditional food on offer, with the exception of the Yantra Grand Hotel in Veliko Tarnova.
We only did two optional activities. I would recommend the Rila Monastery excursion from Sofia but could not recommend the harbour dinner cruise in Dubrovnik. The dinner was terrible and the drinks package was not what was offered. But despite these negatives the overall experience was very good and we learned a great deal about this region.
Finally a big thank you to Yvonne at Global Journeys for her advice and organization, thus helping to make this another very successful tour for us.
The Easy Pace Russia Tour was perfect for us 4
Ernesto & Imelda, NSW, , Apr 2018
The Easy Pace Russia Tour was perfect for us and we couldn’t be happier. Everything from the Tour Director, Joey, to the coach driver Alexander, the bus and tour schedule was excellent.
We commend and thank you Georgie, once again, for your excellent service yourself in handling our booking. Global Journey is lucky to have you in its employ and because read more of your attention to details, everything went smoothly and this is the reason we go back to you specifically for our coach tour needs.
We surely recommend you and Insight to all travellers who want to have the best value, organised tours specifically in Europe.
All the best to you and again, thank you for job well done!
We commend and thank you Georgie, once again, for your excellent service yourself in handling our booking. Global Journey is lucky to have you in its employ and because read more of your attention to details, everything went smoothly and this is the reason we go back to you specifically for our coach tour needs.
We surely recommend you and Insight to all travellers who want to have the best value, organised tours specifically in Europe.
All the best to you and again, thank you for job well done!
Fantastic taste of the culture and history of Spain 4
Highlights of Spain
Rick, SA, Australia, Apr 2018
This was our third Insight Vacations tour. They have all been great.
What we particularly like about Insight is the extra legroom on the coaches, the smaller tour group numbers, and the knowledgeable tour guides. Our tour director, Dan, was fantastic.
With only 2 weeks between booking our holiday and departing, Madeline at Global Journeys managed read more to seamlessly arrange everything, without a single hitch, and at a great, discounted price. The money that Global Journeys saved us paid for our extra hotel accommodation before and after the trip. Thanks, Madeline.
What we particularly like about Insight is the extra legroom on the coaches, the smaller tour group numbers, and the knowledgeable tour guides. Our tour director, Dan, was fantastic.
With only 2 weeks between booking our holiday and departing, Madeline at Global Journeys managed read more to seamlessly arrange everything, without a single hitch, and at a great, discounted price. The money that Global Journeys saved us paid for our extra hotel accommodation before and after the trip. Thanks, Madeline.
Travelling in the coach was a delight, smooth and roomy with a great driver and spectacular scenery - a pleasant change from the self driving we usually do. Included excursions were varied and interesting. Hotels were on the most part in central locations with one exception. Dom, our tour guide did just the right amount of commentary.
An Easy way to experience Portugal 2
Country Roads of Portugal
Lynette & Laurence, NSW, Australia, Apr 2018
Our first Insight tour was great. Nice accommodation and tours, plus a very good guide. Portugal is a great destination as it has good food and wine, plus its cheap compared to other countries in Europe.
The 15 day Insight tour of Spain and Portugal exceeded all of our expectations. Amazing sights, great hotels and meals and an excellent tour guide and driver. Some days were a bit hectic but there were a couple of relaxing days in the middle at Costa de Sol.
We did all of the optional extras and really enjoyed most of them. Overall a great value read more and fairly comprehensive tour of Spain & Portugal. We would like to say how easy and efficient our tour booking was with Global Journeys. A special thanks to our Consultant Yvonne who kept us informed at all times.
We did all of the optional extras and really enjoyed most of them. Overall a great value read more and fairly comprehensive tour of Spain & Portugal. We would like to say how easy and efficient our tour booking was with Global Journeys. A special thanks to our Consultant Yvonne who kept us informed at all times.
Our trip to Spain Portugal & Morroco was fantastic 3
Treasures of Spain, Portugal & Morocco
Keith & Barbara, QLD, Australia, Mar 2018
Have travelled with Insight 2 previous times and they are really the best. Our favourite city was Seville, could have stayed longer there and also at the Costa Del Sol. Was very surprised by Morocco the whole trip through this area was so fascinating, we felt very safe all the away, and also our guide was absolutely fantastic.
Treasures of Spain, Portugal & Morocco (Nov-Apr) 6
Treasures of Spain, Portugal & Morocco
Ian , VIC, Australia, Mar 2018
From day 1 the tour seemed rushed and poorly organised. In real terms we saw nothing of Madrid other than sitting in a bus and having sites pointed out. On one occasion we went for a short walk around the palace area. Visiting Prado Museum was great but it too was rushed. Basically we should have had two nights with free time to explore the city at read more leisure.
While some hotels were very good, many in Morocco were in state of disrepair. I.e. rain flooded the floor due to windows leaking. The fix was to close the shutters and put the room in darkness. One hotel, the evening meal was what was served at breakfast Or was it the breakfast meal they served in the evening.
As for the belly dancing night out, I could have done better myself. Not a patch on what Insight provided in Turkey. It was the pits. One excursion was cancelled, not enough people, what a joke And for whatever the reason in Morocco, we travelled the day along one highway just to return along the same highway to get to our next destination.. Let me say however Jorge our tour director worked his butt off.
Given it was Insight it was a disappointing tour.
While some hotels were very good, many in Morocco were in state of disrepair. I.e. rain flooded the floor due to windows leaking. The fix was to close the shutters and put the room in darkness. One hotel, the evening meal was what was served at breakfast Or was it the breakfast meal they served in the evening.
As for the belly dancing night out, I could have done better myself. Not a patch on what Insight provided in Turkey. It was the pits. One excursion was cancelled, not enough people, what a joke And for whatever the reason in Morocco, we travelled the day along one highway just to return along the same highway to get to our next destination.. Let me say however Jorge our tour director worked his butt off.
Given it was Insight it was a disappointing tour.
A truly memorable trip to Egypt. A journey back to ancient times with so many wonderful memories to keep forever. Everything was extremely well organized for us to sit back and enjoy it! As always, dealing with Yvonne was a breeze. Thanks, Yvonne, you make it so easy for us. Will continue to book with you in future.
Wonderful Jordan! 4
Jordan Experience with Dead Sea Extension (Winter)
Cornelia, Yong Woods, Wen-Jhett & Whei-Jhi, New Zealand, Jan 2018
We were very impressed with the level of service provided by the Jordanian counterpart of Insight Vacations on this tour which was UTA. We were told we won't be provided with transfer from airport as we were a day ahead of the scheduled tour by our agent in NZ, but nevertheless we were totally amazed when we were met at Amman Airport by UTA and was read more whisked through customs seamlessly and were transported to our hotel like VIPs.
Incredible Petra (truly one of the Seven Wonders of the World) and Jerash were what we came for, and we weren't disappointed. Our tour guide Ali Harb is the best. Super knowledgeable, entertaining and very helpful, he has to be the Godfather of tour guides in Jordan!
The Dead Sea was a great extension and a wonderful way to finish an action packed tour by relaxing and soaking up in the therapeutic salty waters.....wish we had an extra day to enjoy it. I think winter is the best time here at the Dead Sea.
Incredible Petra (truly one of the Seven Wonders of the World) and Jerash were what we came for, and we weren't disappointed. Our tour guide Ali Harb is the best. Super knowledgeable, entertaining and very helpful, he has to be the Godfather of tour guides in Jordan!
The Dead Sea was a great extension and a wonderful way to finish an action packed tour by relaxing and soaking up in the therapeutic salty waters.....wish we had an extra day to enjoy it. I think winter is the best time here at the Dead Sea.
Great sights and easily paced 5
Easy Pace Budapest, Vienna & Prague (Winter)
Cornelia, Yong Woods, Wen-Jhett & Whei-Jhi, New Zealand, Dec 2017
Hotels were great throughout the tour, with beautiful sights and very informative local guides. While breakfasts were great at all the hotels, the same can't be said with the dinners provided. They were mediocre at best. Our tour director was very helpful, but could do with a good dose of personality and enthusiasm! This is our second tour with Insight, read more having done a previous one to Spain/Portugal which was simply fabulous on all fronts, so therefore this tour was a tad below our expectations.
This was such a great trip! having never done a group tour before - we were blown away with how easy everything was. The itinerary was fantastic and was jam packed with things to do and we saw so many magical Xmas places including snow. Our tour had quite a few older people but I actually think a younger group would have loved it as well as we did so read more much. We also travelled with my parents in law which was the perfect family trip and we could never have done it on our own as the driver navigated cities and icy roads. Would definitely recommend.
We had booked this trip primarily for the Christmas markets and it certainly didn't disappoint! From the start of the tour to the very end, it is perhaps the best tour I have been on to date. It was the first time travelling with Insight Vacations and our tour director, Sue Mason, and our driver, Paolo, were absolutely fantastic. All the little things read more she did along the way made the trip. We met so many great people on the tour which made it all the more better. We were lucky to have snow for the entire trip but nothing that stopped us doing anything. The most memorable place was Lake Titisee in the Black Forest where our room overlooked the lake in all its winter glory. All in all, a trip full of memories and great fun.
Iceland is amazing! I had just done another coach tour with a different group demographic and found the group for the Iceland tour did not gel as well, although they were friendly enough. A little bit unorganised at times with hotel check-ins but overall a lovely trip.
