Europe Holidays

Europe Travel Specialist

As an award-winning Europe destination specialist, I bring years of expertise and first-hand experience to creating memorable European holidays.

My own travels across Croatia, Italy, France, Spain, Greece, Iceland, Turkey, the UK and beyond have shaped the way I help travellers explore Europe with confidence.

Whether you are considering a river cruise, ocean cruise, small-group tour, rail journey or independent adventure, I can help you create a European holiday designed around your interests and travel style.

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Creating Your European Journey

Choosing where to go is only one part of planning a memorable European holiday.

The way your destinations, experiences and travel style fit together can make a significant difference to how your trip feels. Sometimes that means combining a cruise with extra time on land, adding a scenic rail journey, slowing down in a favourite region, or planning around a special event.

If you are still exploring what your ideal trip could look like, read my guide to planning a European holiday designed around your interests, travel style and experiences.

Europe Holidays

Explore Europe’s history, cultures and breathtaking beauty on an unforgettable range of carefully crafted itineraries offering time to explore unique destinations and iconic landmarks. A lifetime of memories awaits.

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Rudesheim Germany - Image by Jonan Steiner on Unsplash

Rhine & Rhône Revealed with French Riviera | Avalon Waterways

From $10,141* pp
17 days
France, Switzerland, Germany & Netherlands
Select 2026 departures

Discover France and Germany on this 17-day Avalon Waterways river journey combining the Rhône and Rhine Rivers with a two-night French Riviera stay. Explore Lyon, Provence, the Black Forest, Strasbourg and Amsterdam while enjoying spacious Panorama Suites and premium inclusions. With excursions, drinks, Wi-Fi and Fly Free savings available, this cruise delivers an immersive European experience.

* prices per person, based on double occupancy for 8 November 2026 departure

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Wine, beer, and soft drinks are always included at lunch and dinner.
Enjoy complimentary Happy Hour every night (except the first) with wine, beer, and specialty cocktails
Club Lounge open 24/7 with complimentary specialty teas and coffees.
FlexDining® offer your choice of when, where, and how you eat.
AvalonfChoice® Excursions offers you an average of 22 included excursions to experience the world
Wellness classes led by Adventure Hosts
Complimentary Wi-Fi via Starlink
Avalon After DarkSM, your evenings sparkle with live music, trivia, dance parties, and themed events.
From$10,141*pp
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Highlights of Sicily & Southern Italy | Globus

From $6,284 pp
14 days
Italy & Sicily
Select 2026 departures
Explore Southern Italy and Sicily on this 14-day guided journey from Rome to Palermo. Visit Pompeii, Capri, Matera, Alberobello, Lecce and Taormina while discovering rich history, coastal scenery and regional cuisine. With expert touring, unique local experiences and savings or air credit available, this itinerary offers a deep cultural immersion beyond Italy's classic highlights.
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Guided walking tour of the archaeological site of Pompeii
Globus Choice excursions in Sorrento including gelato class or limoncello-making
Guided sightseeing in Capri features a funicular ride and a visit to the Augustus Gardens
Guided sightseeing tours in Naples and Palermo
Lecce guided sightseeing features the Duomo and Santa Croce Basilica
Visit to Taormina’s ancient Greek theater
... and much more!
From$6,284pp
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Glacier Express Landwasser Viaduct - Image by Johannes Hofmann on Unsplash

Scenic Switzerland by Train | Cosmos

From $5,744 pp
9 days
Switzerland & Italy
Select 2026 departures
Experience Switzerlands iconic alpine scenery by rail on this 9-day journey featuring the Glacier Express, Bernina Express and Golden Pass Panoramic trains. Visit Lucerne, Zermatt, St. Moritz and Montreux while enjoying breathtaking mountain landscapes, lakes and charming villages. With scenic rail journeys and touring included plus savings available, this itinerary offers a memorable Swiss adventure.
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Golden Pass Panoramic train to Montreux
Orientation tour of Montreux, the “Swiss Riviera”
Scenic Glacier Express train
Bernina Express train from St. Moritz to Tirano
Visit to Lucerne
Gornergrat cog railway ride
Scenic orientation tour of Interlaken
From$5,744pp
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The Croatian – Croatia & Slovenia Tour | Globus

From $5,299 pp
11 days
Croatia & Slovenia
Select 2026 departures
Explore Croatia and Slovenia on this 11-day guided journey featuring Dubrovnik, Split, Plitvice Lakes and Ljubljana. Discover medieval cities, Roman history, national parks and Adriatic coastlines while enjoying expert touring and local experiences. With savings or air credit available, this itinerary offers a comprehensive introduction to one of Europe's most captivating regions.
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Guided sightseeing in Zagreb includes sights of the historic Parliament and Stone Gate
Guided sightseeing in Ljubljana features the Town Hall’s inner court.
Globus Local Favorite Guided tour through Postojna caves onboard an underground train.
Guided walking tour in Plitvice national park
Guided walking tour in Zadar’s Old Town
Guided walking tour in Split includes Diocletian’s Palace
Globus Choice excursions in Dubrovnik: self-guided visit on the city walls or a ride up Mount Srd on the Dubrovnik Cable car
... and more!
From$5,299pp
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Spain, Portugal & Morocco Explorer | Cosmos

From $4,799 pp
16 days
Spain, Portugal & Morocco
Select 2026 departures
Discover Spain, Portugal and Morocco on this 16-day guided journey featuring Madrid, Lisbon, Seville, Granada, Marrakech and Fez. Cross the Strait of Gibraltar to explore North Africa while experiencing historic cities, cultural landmarks and scenic landscapes. With expert touring and savings available, this itinerary offers excellent value across three fascinating countries.
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Guided sightseeing in Madrid with picture stop at Royal Palace
Orientation tour of Ávila, Salamanca, and Coimbra
Inside visit to the Sanctuary of Fátima, dedicated to the Virgin Mary
Guided sightseeing in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital rich in history and art
Guided sightseeing in Seville, the sunny capital of Andalusia
Guided sightseeing in Rabat with visit to the Kasbah of the Oudayas
Orientation tour of Casablanca
Guided sightseeing in Marrakech, including visit to Bahia Palace
Guided visit to the Granada’s Alhambra complex
... and much more!
From$4,799pp
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Dubrovnik, Croatia

Jewels of the Mediterranean – Viking Ocean Cruise

From $7,245 pp
15 days
Mediterranean Ocean Cruise
Dec 26; Jan to Mar, Dec 27; Mar 28
Sail the Mediterranean from Rome visiting coastal cities and culturally rich destinations across southern Europe and North Africa. Explore Italy Sicily Sardinia and Tunisia while enjoying refined ocean cruising with guided excursions and immersive regional experiences.
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Itinerary Highlights
Cruise Italy, Spain, France and Monaco in one journey
Explore Rome, Barcelona and Florence cultural icons
Discover the Amalfi Coast and Sicilian heritage
Relax with a Mediterranean sailing day at sea
Experience Monte Carlo glamour and Tuscan landscapes
One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
From$7,245pp
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