Tours and Trips in Europe

Take in the highlights of Cappadocia on a full-day tour from Istanbul. Fly early to Kayseri, the gateway to Cappadocia, where your guide meets you. Highlights of the day include the Goreme Open Air Museum, with caves that hold ancient Christian churches and frescoes. View incredible fairy chimney rock formations in Goreme and the Zelve Valley, Devrent Valley and Ürgüp. Admire the views at Uçhisar Castle and the earthen chambers of Kaymaklā± Underground City. You'll also learn about Avanos pottery, and enjoy a delicious lunch and tasting of Cappadocian wines.

Take in the highlights of UNESCO-listed Bursa on this full-day tour from Istanbul, starting with a scenic ferry ride across the Sea of Marmara. Discover how the city was the one-time capital of the Ottoman Empire, and why it's nicknamed 'Green Bursa' as you tour the famous Green Mosque, stroll the Silk Market and ride the cable car to the top of Mt Olympus for an impressive city view.

Explore the beautiful nature of Cyprus with this day trip form Paphos. Stroll around scenic limestone-clad Avakas Gorge. Walk along the Lara Bay and gawk at indigenous turtles nesting in their natural habitat. Discover Ayios Georgios, a church dating back to the sixth century. And then take some free time to wander on your own.

Explore some of southern Romania's most important cultural treasures on this full-day tour from Bucharest. Visit the imposing medieval fortress of Targoviste, uncover the legend of Dracula at Snagov Church - the mythical island resting place of Vlad the Impaler - and admire a beautiful example of local architecture at the 18th-century Palace of Mogosoaia. Travel in a small group for personalized attention from your guide.

Discover the beautiful surroundings of Vilnius during this full-day private tour. Venture out of the city to see the Paneriai Holocaust Memorial Park and the beautiful Trakai Island Castle. The last stop on the tour is the large Rumsiskes Ethnographic Museum where guests can learn more about the different ethnographic regions in Lithuania from the 18th century onwards.

Rather than jostling among the crowds on land, enjoy the tranquility of the Tagus River during a sailing tour that provides unobstructed views of top Lisbon landmarks. A great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves in Portugal's capital, this tour provides local insight into Portuguese history and reveals the best views of Belem and the 25th of April Bridge.

Venture outside the city limits of Vilnius to explore some key landmarks in the surrounding areas. This full-day private tour visits the Paneriai Holocaust Memorial Park, the picturesque Trakai Island Castle, and the second largest Lithuanian city of Kaunas, home to the Pazaislis Monastery. This tour gives visitors a deeper understanding of Lithuania's rich history and culture from various important eras.

Travel between the far-flung attractions of Transylvania without worrying about getting lost on rural roads on this day trip, designed with visitors on a time budget in mind. In an intimate small group limited to seven people, you'll visit Peles Castle, Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), and Rasnov Fortress and benefit from both the personalized attention and insider knowledge of your guide.

Explore the ancient cities of Pompeii and Paestum on an all-day guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup in Naples, Sorrento, Amalfi Coast or Salerno, travel back in time and see Paestum's 2,500-year-old temples of Hera, Neptuen and Ceres. Then visit the well-preserved archaeological site of Pompeii, which was buried in ash by Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago.

Enjoy a fun informative and relaxing day trip from Rome to the world heritage sites of Cerveteri and Tarquinia protected by Unesco. These are two city-like necropolis feauturing spectacular monumental tombs painted and carved in the rock. A private driver and a local guide will pick you up at your hotel in Rome or at the port of Civitavecchia in a comfortable new air conditioned minivan. You will have the chance to visit some of the hidden treasures of Lazio countryside including Lake Bracciano, the Medieval town of Tarquinia and the best surviving examples of Etruscan culture in Italy.

Discover Sintra with an expert guide on a day hike with a choice of three different itineraries. Options include a walk around the old quarter of Sintra-Vila and monuments such as Sintra Palace, Pena Palace and Castle of the Moors. Or you can hike in the forest and mountains of the Sintra Range. If you love the coast, a third option takes in beaches, rugged cliffs and traditional villages. Your guide shares informative commentary about the places you visit throughout your tour.

Swap the bustle of the city for the tranquil waters and looming mountains of Lake Sapanca on this full-day tour from Istanbul, including lunch. Escape from it all with a picnic on the lakefront and a hike to the Masukiye waterfall, then ride the cable car (not included) to Mt Kartepe for impressive views over the surrounding countryside.

Explore the top attractions of Sevan Lake, the Tsakhkadzor Rope Way and Kecharis Monastery on this 7-hour Armenia tour from Yerevan. Visit Sevan Lake - the largest stretch of water in the entire Caucasus - with a guide and admire fine views over the serene waters. Listen as a guide sheds light on the region's diverse plant and bird life, then admire spectacular views over Mt Teghenis on route along the Tsakhkadzor Rope Way. Afterward, visit 11th-century Kecharis Monastery, where Armenia's rich religious history comes to life.

Round-trip transfers from many Nicosia hotels are availableVisit the beautiful St. Hillarion, the inspiration for Snow Whites' castleExplore the 13th-century Bellapais AbbeyVenture out into the Five Finger Mountains of Northern Cyprus

Escape the bustle of Rome on a private day trip to Bagnoregio and Orvieto with round-trip hotel transport. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides little-known anecdotes about hidden towns built on hills and volcanic rock. Don't forget your camera: The towns offer sweeping views of the natural landscape often missed by visitors to Rome.

Visit the sacred city of Assisi and the medieval hill town of Orvieto on this full-day private tour from Rome. Learn about the birth of the Franciscan movement as you explore the relics of UNESCO-listed Assisi. After lunch (own expense), continue to charming Orvieto to admire the magnificent Cathedral of Orvieto and hear stories of religious legends, Saints and miracles as you explore its hallowed halls.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city on a day tour to Feldioara, Viscri, and Sighișoara from Brașov, and discover historic landmarks including the UNESCO-listed Viscri fortified church, the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, and Sighișoara's imposing Church on the Hill. Travel between dispersed locations with ease via air conditioned vehicle, and learn more about the region's history and culture from your guide.

Explore Sardinia's natural side with a day trip to Asinara National Park, including lunch. Set sail at 9:45am from the tourist port Marina di Stintino and sail around the gorgeous and rugged island of Sardinia. Enjoy a swim or snorkel along the way, and visit various parts of the park on land, too. Stop midday for a lunch break of traditional dishes with wine, Sardinian sweets and coffee (included). Continue sailing after lunch and enjoy another opportunity to swim before heading back to the departure point at 18:00.

Swim in the pristine waters of the Gulf of Gokova on this full-day cruise from Marmaris, including lunch; an exhilarating way to escape the crowds. Visit the idyllic Fenerli island, Incekum bay and Çanak bay, enjoy a mud bath at the English harbor and, if you're lucky, get the chance to swim among dolphins in Dolphin bay.

Travel between Vilnius and Riga with ease and see the best of both cities on this full-day transfer tour. Depart from your Vilnius hotel and travel with a driver-guide to The Hill of Crosses. Learn about the area's history. Afterwards, continue on to Rundale Palace and Bauska Castle. Your tour concludes at your Riga accommodation.