Insight Vacations Reviews
The 608 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 608 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.
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.
Spain has been on our bucket list for a while and we were not disappointed. Our coach tour gave us a good overview of Spain and we certainly saw and did a lot in a short time. Like all coach tours there are times when you feel a bit rushed and being moved on mass to the next sight, but overall it was a good experience.
Not sure what the slogan 'the art of touring in style' and VIP tags attached to our luggage meant. The tour was just average and like any other tours. No hotel staff greeted us with welcome drinks as VIP and, we had to queue in line to enter the museums, churches, etc.. like any other groups. As we had paid more (than the price offered by its competitor), read more we expected the hotels to be better than those provided by its competitor, whom we usually travel with. Yet, we found the hotels, except for Dom Pedro in Lisbon, are of lower standard and located too far away from city centres.
While the horse riding could be part of the optional dinner, I believe visiting Plata de Espana in Seville should have been part of the city tour inclusion as this world heritage site is admission free, and only 10 minutes drive from the hotel. The inclusive dinners, except the one served at Vincci Albayzín, were average and rather disappointing, Conclusion; Not so happy or keen to recommend the tour or Insight to our friends and families. Beware of the optional tours and dinners! They could cost you an extra Euro 550 on top the already pricey tour.
While the horse riding could be part of the optional dinner, I believe visiting Plata de Espana in Seville should have been part of the city tour inclusion as this world heritage site is admission free, and only 10 minutes drive from the hotel. The inclusive dinners, except the one served at Vincci Albayzín, were average and rather disappointing, Conclusion; Not so happy or keen to recommend the tour or Insight to our friends and families. Beware of the optional tours and dinners! They could cost you an extra Euro 550 on top the already pricey tour.
Great trip 2
Susan, VIC, Australia, Oct 2017
Would definitely book with Global Journeys again, Hannah was extremely helpful and prompt. The cruise was probably too short as so much crammed in, but was perfect for our time frame. If time allowed, would go on a longer cruise to spend longer at each island. Had a ball!
I have just returned from an 18 day Grand Tour of Spain and Portugal. It was a most enjoyable, comfortable and happy trip. We had an excellent Tour Director Enzo Buonomo, who attended to every detail with ease and showed unlimited patience, kindness and compassion. His knowledge of the region was amazing and he often would surprise us with edible treats read more of the areas we were travelling through. We had a large group of 40 but the coach was very roomy and I loved the seat rotation every day.
We all got on well together. There were 7 from USA & the rest Aussies. I found the accommodation first class. Food however I was not keen on. Some of the included dinners were terrible. The optional extras were very pricey but the ones for trips were worth it but the optional dinners weren't worth the price - 58 - 65 Euros was exorbitant. Highly recommend the morning tour into France, Montserrat, Gaudi's Park Guell and Segovia.
On the whole the trip was good value for the money I paid and would definitely travel with Insight Vacations again. I would also like to thank Georgie from Global Journeys for her time and trouble in organising this trip for me and would highly recommend this company too.
We all got on well together. There were 7 from USA & the rest Aussies. I found the accommodation first class. Food however I was not keen on. Some of the included dinners were terrible. The optional extras were very pricey but the ones for trips were worth it but the optional dinners weren't worth the price - 58 - 65 Euros was exorbitant. Highly recommend the morning tour into France, Montserrat, Gaudi's Park Guell and Segovia.
On the whole the trip was good value for the money I paid and would definitely travel with Insight Vacations again. I would also like to thank Georgie from Global Journeys for her time and trouble in organising this trip for me and would highly recommend this company too.
Thank you Hannah at Global Journeys, for all your assistance. From your professional, friendly and efficient responses to all questions regarding the best tour to accommodate both mine and my mother's travel wants and needs; to the seamless and faultless planning and booking of what has been a trip of a lifetime, filled with wonderful experiences and read more memories for us both. We have nothing but praise for all aspects of our travel arrangements and the tour itself and will definitely be making Global Journeys our first port of call in the planning of future holidays.
The Country Roads of Italy route and experiences gave a well rounded and well paced insight into ancient and modern day Italy. Our enthusiastic pocket rocket Tour Director, Beatrice and our ever cheerful and accommodating driver, Guiseppe, successfully made every effort to make sure that this trip fulfilled all expectations. And not least of all, we were fortunate to share our experiences with a group of the most friendly, congenial and like minded fellow travellers. Please take me back... I want to do it again!
The Country Roads of Italy route and experiences gave a well rounded and well paced insight into ancient and modern day Italy. Our enthusiastic pocket rocket Tour Director, Beatrice and our ever cheerful and accommodating driver, Guiseppe, successfully made every effort to make sure that this trip fulfilled all expectations. And not least of all, we were fortunate to share our experiences with a group of the most friendly, congenial and like minded fellow travellers. Please take me back... I want to do it again!
