Name: European Rhapsody (London, 1, Summer, Classic)
Brand: Insight Vacations
SKU: N/A
Price: 4595 USD
Availability: LimitedAvailability
Rating: 4.6 (1 reviews)

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We were visiting in Umbria and my husband found this tour. As it turned out, there were just four of us, so it was a nice small group. I'm not sure if her name was Michelle, but she was a terrific guide, married with kids and her husband is in the business too. Anyway, she was so knowledgeable and passionate about her city. Obviously very well educated about the history of the sites we saw. We've taken a number of tours all over the world and she ranked up at the top. It was easy to meet up. It was a hike and you end up at the other end of the city, away from where we met. But we had a delightful lunch mid-way back so it was not so bad. You do finish up near 1:30 so we had to hustle to get to lunch on time. I would not hesitate to recommend this guide and this tour. We would have missed out on so much if we had wandered around by ourselves.

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Visiting in Umbria and my husband found this tour.

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Loved all of the locations. Small group and personalized attention.

The Relaxed Explorer

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Dear Alexandra, thank you, it was great! I was describing Assizes and Spelo to my daughters and my boyfriend, I hope we are all well and be lucky enough to come again to your beautiful homeland. 
I think the weekend I will start my Italian language lessons! Wish you, your family and the people you love, all the best! Let's keep in touch Anna Anna Maltabe

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As with all small group travel, your group and tour leader have a lot to do with whether or not you have an enjoyable tour.  For this trip, we were lucky enough to have a great group and an absolutely amazing tour leader.  Adrian (tour leader) was a huge part of why this tour was a resounding success!

Just a couple thoughts on this particular trip:

- Bring a suitcase!  Don't buy the hype and strap a big old backpack to yourself.  You'll regret it (trust me).  A suitcase is easier and quicker to pack than a backpack.  True, many streets in older areas of European cities have cobblestones.  If your suitcase has wheels, you're probably ok on these streets and sidewalks.  The trek between train station and hotel can be quite a haul in some instances.  As long as you can safely carry your luggage up and down a flight of about 30 stairs and lift it above your head on occasion to store it in the train, you're fine.  If you can't lift and/or carry your suitcase for these short distances, you have either packed too much stuff or you just might not be in shape to make this trip.  We had a group of 10 travelers and 8 brought suitcases.  Hauling a loaded backpack up and down train station stairs and from station to hotel and back was way more effort than it was worth.

- Don't be afraid to sample the local cuisine (sometimes).  Following local customs and eating local dishes is part of why you travel.  That being said, there is a reason some of these traditional dishes haven't become worldwide sensations.  Some of them just aren't that great.  It's hard to know what you'll enjoy ahead of time, but trust your gut and try things you wouldn't normally try at home.  Just don't be shocked if, every once in awhile, you don't ask for seconds.

- Wear comfortable shoes!  We're not talking about shoes that are soft and comfy while walking around the house.  We're talking shoes that can keep your feet intact while walking uneven surfaces and pounding those previously mentioned cobblestone streets and sidewalks for extended distances and periods of time every single day.  Imagine a strenuous 7-8km hike in the mountains over rocks of all shapes and sizes.  Now imagine walking your ever-loving backside off through town the very next day, and every day after that.  You absolutely need shoes that will hold up to a lot of walking.  I would advise bringing two pair of shoes for this trip.  Better yet, get yourself used to walking long distances in your shoes of choice prior to the trip.  You'll be glad you did.

- European bandaids suck.  Bring your own.  You will end up with a blister, or ten.  If you don't bring your own adhesive bandages, you will not enjoy the outcome.

- Bring an extra t-shirt or two, a couple extra pairs of underwear, and enough socks to last until the apocalypse.  There are opportunities to have your laundry washed while on this trip but you really don't want to run short of the essentials.  I also found time to sneak off to a laundromat for an hour.  You don't want to be the stinky one in the group.  :)

- The stars of the trip for me, supply-wise: Febreze, an awesome travel adapter with 4 USB ports, a lightweight day pack, a travel wallet that attached securely to my belt, my own soap, and earplugs.

- Things I wish I had brought with me: a couple washcloths (You won't find any in these hotels), another pair of shorts, more bandaids, and a wheeled suitcase.

- Oh, I almost forgot.  Get your phone/data situation figured out ahead of time.  If your cellular provider offers coverage while you're in Europe for a somewhat reasonable cost, take advantage of it.  If not, make certain to plan ahead and locate a reputable big-name cell service provider store as soon as your arrive.  15-20 bucks will get you a couple GB of data.  Wifi is available in your hotel but you need data to use Google Maps.  You need Google Maps.  Trust me on this one.  Download the areas you will be visiting for offline use before your trip.  If you don't know how to do this, search the internet.  Do not try to navigate any of these cities without some assistance.  You will get lost.  Guaranteed.

That's about it, I think.  All in all, awesome trip!  If you are lucky enough to have Adrian as your tour leader, enjoy!  Your group plays a huge role in how much you enjoy this trip.  Make sure you contribute positively to the group.  Make friends.  Go out of your way to make sure others have a good trip as well.  Try new things.  Enjoy the tremendous scenery.  Know your limits but be willing to push them here and there.  Good luck and safe travels!

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Our tour leader, David Peris, was excellent - he was incredibly helpful, fun and informative.

Our tour leader, David Peris, was excellent

I had a fall in the Spanish Pyrenees and David  Peris was extremely helpful - getting me down the mountain safely, taking me to the emergency department of a Spanish hospital and making sure that I understood about my injury and the treatment. He assisted me with.my luggage when necessary because of stairs  - my broken collarbone restricted my ability to carry my 10kg bag. The group was also very supportive but David enabled me to continue my journey with confidence and so I was able to participate in most activities and enjoy the travel I had planned so long ago.

The trip was fantastic with pasta, gelato making and the wine tasting lunch. The difference in climate and terrain, and the opportunity to visit cultural areas

The trip was fantastic with pasta, gelato

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Great tour leader, enjoyed the opportunities offered with the trip. Hotel locations were close to transport and places of interest.

Italy Historic Sightseeing Tours & Packages Tour & Trip Reviews

Visiting in Umbria and my husband found this tour.

Great Tour

It was great! I