Tours and Trips in Europe

Exploring Bucharest on your own can be a daunting task. Get an insider's perspective on the city's most important landmarks and hidden gems this 6-hour guided tour. See where locals come to play at Herāƒstrāƒu Park, explore traditional peasant life at the National Village Museum and ride the subway to University Square. Learn about Bucharest's multilayered history on a walking tour of the city center, concluding at the jaw-dropping Palace of Parliament - the most famous legacy of Romania's Communist era.

Get a richer experience of Edinburgh's fascinating architecture than possible alone on this private guided tour led by a local architecture graduate. In the company of just your party and guide, learn about such native styles as Scottish Baronial, as well as foreign architectural influences on the capital's buildings, as you walk through the Old Town, along the famed Royal Mile and dipping into hidden closes (alleys) and courtyards en route to the strikingly modern Scottish Parliament Building.

Get off the typical tourist trail, and delve into Cyprus' rich and complex history, on this full-day tour from Protaras. After pickup from your accommodation, head to Famagusta, known for its 15th-century Venetian walls. Enjoy free sightseeing time, or join an optional excursion to the Monastery of St. Barnabus and the ancient ruins of Salamis. Then, see another side of Famagusta when you view its fenced-off area of Varosha - uninhabited since the Turkish invasion.

Experience the mesmerizing beauty of a live Portuguese fado performance during a 45-minute show in Porto. Absorb the radiant atmosphere of a traditional Portuguese bar and listen to haunting voices sing of love, loss and betrayal. As you enjoy the dexterous strumming of the accompanying guitars, sip emblematic Port wine, locally grown in the vineyards of Porto, for a truly authentic cultural experience.

Combine visits to Salamis and Famagusta on a single day excursion from Larnaca. Planning this multi-stop itinerary may be complicated and time-consuming if traveling independently, but this tour has all the details taken care of. With a guide in the lead providing insightful commentary, visit highlights such as the fenced-off "Ghost Town", the Monastery of St. Barnabas, the Othello Castle, the Church of St. Nicholas, and the local beach.

Savor sensational views of Cappadocia's famous fairy chimneys and explore off-the-beaten-track gems on this customizable full-day private tour, including lunch. Start with a view of Ürgüp's iconic Three Beauties, then journey south to discover Mustafapasa's historic churches and dramatic table mountains. Finally, learn about Cappadocia's rich history and early Christian population with visits to the Soganli Valley, the sacred Keshlik Monastery and the recently discovered archaeological site of Sobessos.

Designed to delight those seeking a cultural experience of Cyprus, this 8-hour excursion takes you to the historic hotspots of Famagusta and Salamis. Travel from Ayia Napa with ease in an air-conditioned coach and visit highlights such as the Monastery of St. Barnabas and the Gothic center of Famagusta. See, too, Varosha, an abandoned quarter of Famagusta known as the 'ghost town' and enjoy the golden sands of the surrounding beach. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour, limited to 10 people.

Discover the Faggiano Museum in Lecce with this entrance ticket including a guided tour. Explore this historic building where a wide range of archeological objects was discovered in the early 2000s. Go inside this private building, once a convent, to see frescoes, tombs, cisterns, and more.

Satisfy your craving for authentic Italian pasta while learning kitchen tricks to take home with this evening cooking class at a chef's private home in Florence. Help prepare filled and shaped pastas dishes like ravioli with ricotta, pesto tagliatelle, or Florentine gnocchi, and sit down to enjoy the homemade feast along with chef specialties and wine pairings. With only 1 hour of hands-on cooking time, the express lesson allows you to enjoy a full day of sightseeing before your memorable dinner.

A tour to take you to discover some of the secrets and history of Fado proclaimed a World Heritage by UNESCO.

Explore the Thorsmork Valley in a super jeep on this full-day private excursion from Reykjavik. Get views of Iceland's diverse landscape, including waterfalls, volcanoes, and glaciers that make for dramatic photos. This private tour ensures personalized attention and a flexible itinerary. Pickup and drop-off at Reykjavik hotels.

Enjoy an evening of fado music and traditional Portuguese cuisine on a private tour in Lisbon. You'll see the city as it lights up after dark, pause for coffee and a pastry in the riverside neighborhood of Belem, then listen to the haunting sound of fado music as you dine. With pickup and drop-off at hotels in Lisbon, this is a great introduction to fado, enshrined by UNESCO as part of the world's Intangible Heritage.

Trace the footsteps of Mary, Queen of Scots with admission to Falkland Palace near Edinburgh. This 16th-century hunting palace was loved by Mary and houses tapestries, art, and antiques. See the rooms, royal tennis court, and Percy Cane-designed gardens, and take the opportunity to explore Falkland village, where filming for 'Outlander' took place, independently. If you wish, upgrade to a 3-Day or 7-Day Discover Ticket for access to around 60 more Scotland National Trust sites.

Explore Iceland's iconic natural wonders and more on an extended, 12-hour Golden Circle tour. Leaving Reykjavik, travel by 4x4 to see the top Golden Circle sights as your guide recounts their history and formation. Explore Thingvellir National Park, visit the Geysir geothermal field and see the awesome Gullfoss waterfall. On route, leave the main tourist trail to visit the Kerio crater and Hvalfjördur, with its epic coastal fjords. Finally, enjoy an optional swim in the enchanting, naturally heated Secret Lagoon. Numbers are limited to six people for a small-group experience.

Discover the world's largest Faberge collection in peace and tranquility during a private 1-hour tour of the Faberge Museum in St Petersburg. Browse a glittering collection of more than 4,000 objects d'art created by Carl Faberge while listening to illuminating commentary from your expert guide. Gaze at nine imperial Faberge eggs created for Tsar Alexander III and his son and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your St Petersburg accommodation.

Romania's historic landmarks are world-famous, but ticking off all the highlights in a day can be difficult. Make the most of your time with a day tour of iconic sights including Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov, and discover their history and legends from your professional guide. Transfer between dispersed locations with ease via private vehicle, and relax after a day's sightseeing with round-trip transport included.

Explore both the North and South of the divided island of Cyprus with this trip from Ayia Napa. You'll see the ghost town of Varosha, once a thriving tourism destination before 1974's events divided the island before heading to the historic town of Famagusta. Other stops along the way include the archaeological site of Salamis and the Tomb of Saint Barnabas, who founded the Cypriot Orthodox church.

Our Express Tour of Venice Highlights allow you to visit the main highlights of the city in just 2 hours with a private licensed guide. Enjoy a tour with a local guide that knows Venice as the back of the hands. Your itinerary includes: St Mark's Basilica, Doge Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. If you have limited time in Venice this is the perfect tour for you.

Enjoy a full-day Istanbul tour that takes in important sites around the Eyüp District, Pierre Loti Hill, the Golden Horn and more. See the Eyüp Sultan Mosque, the Chora Church (Kariye Museum), the Ecumencial Orthodox Patriarchate (aka Church of St George) and Suleymaniye Mosque as your informative guide shares the history of these Byzantine and Ottoman era monuments. Take in views of the Golden Horn from Pierre Loti Hill, and walk through the historic Fener and Balat districts, before ending the day at the Egyptian Spice Bazaar.

Go canyoning in the Cetina River during this thrilling eco-adventure from Split. With your experienced adventure guide, travel to the Cetina River Canyon, where the river has been flowing mightily for thousands of years, wearing away at the surrounding stone to create remarkable rock formations. Don a wet suit, helmet and a life jacket, then start exploring. Make your way through the river and the rapids, through subterranean tunnels and around waterfalls and lakes. See the impressive 165-foot (50-meter) Gubavica waterfall and the surrounding 600-foot (180-meter) cliffs. Round-trip transportation from central Split is included.