Floriade/Chelsea Flower Show tour is a sell out!

Insight Vacations has announced that due to popular demand, it has added two extra departures for its exclusive Floriade 2012, Chelsea Flower Show & Springtime in the Alps Tour after its first release and subsequent second departure sold out in record time. An additional, brand new departure, the 17-day Floriade 2012, Hampton Court Flower Show & Summertime Alps has also been introduced in line with demand. This new tour follows the same successful itinerary, however departs later and takes in the world’s largest flower show at London’s Hampton Court Palace instead of the Chelsea Flower Show.  Lorraine Sharp, managing director, Insight Vacations said, “Insight Vacations’ 17-day Floriade 2012, Chelsea Flower Show & Springtime in the Alps Tour takes in two of the most famous horticultural events in Europe and Britain however the response to its initial release far exceeded our expectations. “After this itinerary sold out, we released an additional departure, which also sold quickly. As such, we have now released a third and fourth departure, which will be travelling in reverse to the original itinerary as well as a new tour, the Floriade 2012, Hampton Court Flower Show & Summertime Alps. “Commencing in Paris, the Floriade 2012, Chelsea Flower Show & Springtime in the Alps Tour is perfectly timed to take advantage of spring’s full bloom and of course the main attractions of Floriade and the Chelsea Flower Show. “The Floriade World Horticultural Expo, an event so special it is only held once a decade, is held in the town of Venlo. Here, guests will have a full day here to become acquainted with some of the world’s most exquisite flowers, plants, trees, fruits and vegetables. But more than just a flower show, Floriade is a celebration of music, dance, theatre, literature and visual art from around the world. “The tour will conclude in London, where guests will attend the 2012 Chelsea Flower Show, an event that is famous for bringing together the very best show gardens, flowers and gardening from around the world. “Highlights in between include travelling along the picturesque trail of the Romantic Road, two leisurely nights in the Bavarian capital of Munich, stunning Bolzano, encircled by the majestic snow-capped Italian Alps, the combination of vivid blue waters and dramatic mountains in the Italian Lake District, the perfectly landscaped Botanical Gardens of Isola Bella and sparkling Paris including a visit to Monet’s Garden, the inspiration behind his famed water lily paintings.  “The 17-day Floriade 2012, Hampton Palace Flower Show & Summertime in the Alps, follows the same captivating itinerary with the addition of the spectacular Flower Show in the gorgeous grounds of Hampton Court Palace in London in place of the Chelsea Flower Show. The Hampton Palace show combines breathtaking floral displays with presentations and tips on how to grow fruit and vegetables. New for 2012 is the World of Gardens section which will feature 12 gardens celebrating the botanical highlights of different countries. “If recent results are anything to go by, I recommend travellers get in quick to book their space and avoid disappointment.” Insight Vacations’ 17-day Floriade 2012, Chelsea Flower Show & Springtime in the Alps Tour is priced from $5569 per person, twin share, land only, (single supplement from $1675). There are two departures on 11 May, 2012 ex Paris. The 17-day Floriade 2012, Hampton Court Flower Show & Summertime in the Alps is priced from $5769 per person, twin share, land only (single supplement from $1775). This tour departs on 5 July, 2012. Price includes tickets to the Chelsea Flower Show 2012 (or Hampton Court Flower Show 2012), tickets to the Floriade for 2012, 16 nights in first class hotel accommodation, the services of a professional Tour Director, transport by luxury air-conditioned 40-seat coach with extended legroom for added comfort, airport transfers, many meals and much more. Bookings are available exclusively through travel agents and all Insight bookings attract World Rewards points for World Reward members. For more information see www.insightvacations.com.au