Chocolate is tastier from confectioneries toured in Swiss villages, Mediterranean sunsets look like impressionist paintings, and the Roman Empire’s influences are found in every corner of the continent. But when you travel in Europe, you also discover things you never imagined. You experience tour through Italian mountains adorned with pagan myths, ancient Spanish cities dangling off the sides of cliffs, and pastel de nata that redefines the simple egg custard tart.
On our small-group tours, we focus on the unexpected joys of Europe instead of the stereotypes. We do this to avoid the crowds and let you enjoy the true soul of the continent. You travel on mini-coaches with an expert driver and guide, stay in hand-picked travel accommodation, choose the attractions you pay for, support local communities, and go beyond the guidebooks. Discover our fresh style of small-group tours in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Switzerland below.

Europe offers stunning natural beauty, rich cultures, and incredible cuisines, making it a dream destination for many travelers. Before booking your trip, it’s important to plan ahead. The blog covers essential advice, including the best ways to travel to Europe and 18 practical tips for first-time visitors - such as budgeting, packing smart, understanding local customs, and making the most of your journey.

Planning your summer in Italy? We’ve rounded up the best experiences to make your trip unforgettable. From gliding through Venice’s canals on a gondola to exploring the ancient ruins of Pompeii, our guide highlights Italy’s most iconic sights and hidden gems. Whether you crave coastal beauty, historic wonders, or cultural treasures, our list will help you prioritise your time. Dive in and discover where your Italian adventure should begin.

Europe offers stunning natural beauty, rich cultures, and incredible cuisines, making it a dream destination for many travelers. Before booking your trip, it’s important to plan ahead. The blog covers essential advice, including the best ways to travel to Europe and 18 practical tips for first-time visitors - such as budgeting, packing smart, understanding local customs, and making the most of your journey.

Cuisines to Impress
From sampling fruit at a Florentine market stall to tasting ten tapas dishes in ten minutes when exploring the streets of Portugal, our small-group tours to Europe take you to the places the chefs dream about.
Envious Landscapes
On every one of our tours, there’s a moment you step back, take a deep breath, and say ‘WOW!’ We travel to national parks, Alpine vistas, tree-lined lakes, and Europe’s best natural wonders.

Step Back in History
Gaze from a rampart and imagine a stampede of warriors, feel the breath of past prayers in a Gothic cathedral, and envision the masters in Renaissance Florence. Let our storytelling driver-guides transport you through time with tales that bring history to life.
Culture to Absorb
Before you’re able to pronounce ‘grazie mille’ you’re already practising your flamenco moves in a Spanish bar. Travel through European countries and embrace a kaleidoscope of cultures. The only question left to answer is where will you begin?

Your Story. Your Europe Adventure.
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From Tuscan hills to dramatic coastlines, Italy’s summer is made for slow, scenic days. Wander hilltop towns, sip local wines, and breathe in the scent of lemon groves and cypress. Explore regions like Tuscany, Umbria, the Lakes, and sun‑splashed seaside routes.
Seasonal highlights: golden light for photography, outdoor markets, vineyard visits, gelato breaks, and leisurely lunches in shaded piazzas.

Glacier‑fed lakes, cable cars to incredible viewpoints, and crisp, clear paths that invite gentle strolls or scenic train rides. Discover mountain villages, emerald valleys, and peaks that glow at dusk.
Seasonal highlights: flower‑filled meadows, panoramic Alpine vistas, refreshing lake breezes, and picture‑perfect days for light hiking or scenic cruising.

Your Story. Your Europe Adventure.
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