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Europe Tours & Trips
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Europe tours range from sailing the Turkish coast and chasing the northern lights in Iceland to Arctic expeditions in Svalbard. Guided small-group trips handle transport, hotels and expert guides, so you can cover more ground in less time without planning every connection.
- Tours
- 39
- Price from
- $420 per person
- Length
- 2–15 days
- Most departures
- May, June, July
- Popular start
- Fethiye
- Traveler rating
- 4.4 / 5 from 18,648 reviews
Updated October 2026
The best Europe tour packages for 2 adults
39 tours
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Tuscany Walking, Cooking & Yoga Tour (7 days)
“My family and I had the best time on this tour. Stunning location, amazing food and the perfect atmosphere for yoga practice.…”
Simona, March 2024- Duration
- 7 days
- Destinations
- Terontola, Cortona, Montepulciano +1 more
- Age range
- 28+ years
- Group size
- Max 10
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Ischia Thermal Spas: 7-Day Private Tour from Naples
“Excellent hotel in Ischia, friendly and helpful staff, good food. Wonderful thermal pools in Negombo and Poseidon. Punctual transfers.”
Carol, June 2024- Duration
- 7 days
- Destinations
- Naples, Ischia, Forio
- Age range
- All ages
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9-Day Dolomites Hiking Tour from Venice
- Duration
- 9 days
- Destinations
- Venice, Cortina d’Ampezzo, Kreuzkofe +6 more
- Age range
- 8+ years
- Group size
- Max 30
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What to expect in Europe
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Short distances, huge variety
In a single week you can move between ancient ruins, mountain villages and the sea. Well-planned itineraries keep travel days short so you spend your time in places, not on buses.
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Local guides with real stories
Europe rewards context. The best tours pair you with guides who live where you travel — the people who know which café opens early and why a square has the name it has.
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Seasons change everything
Summer means long days and busy sites, winter brings Christmas markets in the south and polar nights in the north. We'll help you choose the season that matches the trip you have in mind.
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Comfortable, characterful stays
Expect well-located hotels and guesthouses with local character — a boutique hotel in an old town or a cabin on the deck of a gulet rather than an anonymous chain.
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Your Europe tour questions, answered
- What is the best time to tour Europe?
May, June and September are the best all-round months: warm weather, long days and fewer crowds than July and August. For the northern lights in Iceland or Scandinavia, choose September to April.
- Do I need a visa to travel in Europe?
It depends on your passport and the countries you visit. Most of Europe belongs to the Schengen Area, where the EU is rolling out digital border systems (EES and, later, ETIAS); countries like Turkey have their own rules. Always check official government sources for your nationality.
- How many countries can I visit on one tour?
Many Europe tours focus on one country to go deeper, while others cross two or three. We recommend fewer places and more time — you'll remember far more.
- Are Europe tours suitable for first-time international travelers?
Yes. Guided tours take care of transport, check-ins and language barriers, which makes Europe one of the easiest regions for a first big trip.
- How much spending money should I budget?
Most tours include accommodation, many meals and key sightseeing. Plan extra for some meals, drinks, optional activities and tips — the tour page shows exactly what's included.
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