Tours and Trips in Europe

Get an up-close look at the site of America's D-Day invasion with a visit to the Normandy battlefield beaches from Bayeux. On this 9-hour small-group tour, you'll stroll Utah and Omaha beaches, explore famous wartime sites like Pointe du Hoc and Sainte-Mère Church, and learn the turbulent history of this key WWII location. Throughout the tour, enjoy free time to take souvenir photos, pay respects and ask questions of your expert guide.

This tour of Lanzarote is a must for fans of the well-known artist and architect C esar Manrique. In addition to visiting top Lanzarote sights such as Mirador del Rio, Los Valles, and Teguise, see where the artist spent his days at Jameos del Agua and Cueva de los Verdes. Included lunch and insight from your guide round-out this tour and provide great value.

On this eight-day tour, you'll see many of Sicily's key sights - all without having to worry about organizing the logistics of a big trip yourself. Explore Catania, climb the slopes of Mt. Etna, see ancient ruins in Syracuse, visit scenic Cefalù, discover baroque Noto, and soak up the atmosphere in Palermo, among other destinations. Comfortable hotel accommodation, coach transfers, select meals and admission fees, and guided explorations are all included.

Discover highlights of Mallorca's northern coast on this diverse full-day tour. Shop for fresh produce at a local market, stroll or swim along the beach at Formentor and take in spectacular views from the Colomer viewpoint and the World Heritage-listed Tramuntana mountains. Get a waterside perspective on the island during a boat trip to the Port of Pollensa, where you can enjoy leisure time to explore the marina and charming port town.

Drink where the locals drinks. Party with real Berliners. This evening pub crawl takes you out of the tourist-crammed parts of Berlin and into the world-famous nightlife scenes of Prenzlauer Berg, Kreuzberg, Friedrichshain, Neukölln and Wedding, hitting up goth bars, ping pong bars, hippie drinking holes, craft beer spots and much more. Learn about the history of Berlin's famous nightlife from the guide.

Discover the highlights of Cappadocia on a full-day tour that includes the Dervrent Valley, Monks Valley, Goreme Open Air Museum, and Uchisar Castle. Includes lunch, entrance fees, guide, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Cappadocia.

Cover more distance in less time on this comprehensive 8-hour tour of north Cappadocia from Goreme. Over the course of only one day, you'll visit seven Cappadocia highlights, including the UNESCO-listed Goreme Open Air Museum, and learn about the region's rich culture. Marvel at the lunar landscapes of Devrent Valley, absorb panoramic vistas from Uchisar Castle, Cappadocia's highest point, and explore the 5th-century settlement of Çavusin. Lunch and round-trip transport from your Goreme hotel is included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

See north Gran Canaria's highlights in one day on this tour from Las Palmas. Rather than juggling different side trips or arranging your own transport, this tour covers the best of the north: from the pilgrimage town of Teror and Roque Nublo to time in Puerto de las Nieves fishing port, an optional swim, and tastings of local coffee in the Agaete Valley and almond candies in Tejeda. Coach transport, guide, and entrance fees included.

Immerse yourself in the ancient majesty of Dublin's North Coast on a half-day tour to Malahide Castle and Howth from Dublin. Alongside an expert guide, explore the atmospheric chambers of the 12th-century Malahide Castle and gain insight into the fortress' 800-year-old history. After touring the castle, delight in the provincial charm of Howth, a quaint fishing village that boasts spectacular coastal scenery. Avail of a free loop of a hop-on hop-off bus tour, Dublin walking tour and an entry to the Little Museum of Dublin on the same day as a part of your day trip.

Discover the scenic beauty and historical richness of the Norman battlefields on a half-day tour of Sword Beach and the Hillman Bunkers from Bayeux. With a knowledgeable guide, enjoy a sensitive introduction to one of Europe's most difficult periods and visit significant sites related to WWII. Browse intriguing exhibitions in the Merville Gun Battery and Museum; hear turbulent tales of the events that occurred on Sword Beach; and descend into the Hillman Bunkers to gain an understanding of the conflict that took place there. Pay tribute to fallen soldiers at the Commonwealth Military Cemeteries and enjoy an intimate atmosphere on this small-group tour.

See how beautiful Bohemia glass, also known as Czech crystal, is made on this 4-hour factory tour from Prague. Travel by coach to the Czech town of Nizbor and visit a traditional Bohemia glass factory to discover how its leaded crystal glassware is hand made using time-honored techniques. See the molten glass being blown straight from the fiery furnaces; watch skilled artisans hand cut the items into highly decorated vases, glasses, bowls and other pieces; and if you wish, buy some exquisite finished pieces for factory prices at the showroom.

Even if you're a photographer yourself, it can be hard to find a good place to take pictures of the northern lights. Travel with a guide who knows the best areas to photograph the lights in Abisko National Park during this aurora borealis night tour. Your group is limited to ten, so your guide can give you their full attention and teach you how to snap pictures using the provided equipment.

Visiting the varied heights and depths of Montengro can be tricky without a car. On this full-day tour, travel to mountains, canyons, and coasts with a guide. Depart from Perast in an minivan or minibus and visit the coastlines of Kotor and Risan Bay. Ascend the Durmitor Mountains and admire the views, and descend to Tara River in the deepest canyon in Europe. Hike around the Black Lake and visit the Ostrog Monastery.

Skip the long lines and enjoy no-wait access to the Vatican Museums on this 4.5-hour tour. Visit the Vatican Paintings gallery, St Peter's Basilica, and the spiral Bramante Staircase. Also, see Raphael's Rooms, with frescoes painted by renowned Renaissance artist Raphael and the Gallery of Tapestries. Visit the Sistine Chapel to see Michelangelo's famous "Creation of Adam" painting, plus the rarely visited Etruscan Museum.

Follow in the footsteps of World War II soldiers on an insightful and moving tour of the Normandy battlefields from Bayeux. With a knowledgeable guide, visit significant sites like Pegasus Bridge, the Merville Battery Museum and the Hillman Bunker and delve into the intriguing history of D-Day and the turbulent battles that occurred. Admire the sandy stretch of Omaha Beach, the site of one of D-Day's bloodiest battles, and pay tribute to fallen soldiers at Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only eight people.

Enhance your experience of Normandy and its intriguing historical heritage on a half-day tour of Pointe du Hoc and Omaha Beach from Bayeux. Delve into the turbulent past of the region with a knowledgeable guide and visit renowned D-Day battlefield sites situated on Normandy's picturesque coastline. Pay tribute to fallen soldiers at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial and browse the exhibitions in the informative visitor center. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only eight people.

Escape the city for the wild landscapes of the Yorkshire moors on this full-day tour from York. Set out on a scenic drive through the North York Moors National Park; visit sites from the Harry Potter movies in Goathland and snap photos of landmarks like Beggar's Bridge, Hutton-le-Hole and Rosedale Abbey. Enjoy free time to explore the seaside resort of Whitby, where you can learn the legacy of Dracula and try the town's famous fish and chips (own expense), before visiting the market town of Helmsley.

Enrich your knowledge of the fascinating history of World War II on a full-day tour of the Normandy battlefields from Bayeux. With an accomplished guide, discover facts surrounding Canada's lesser-known involvement in the liberation of Europe and pay your respects at the B eny-sur-Mer Canadian War Cemetery. Hear of the tragic Canadian massacre at Ardenne Abbey and listen to intriguing narration that reveals poignant and probing information. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to onely eight people.

Explore the most famous sites in Venice with an insider guide on this walking tour. Learn the history of iconic attractions around St Mark's Square, and explore the commercial heart of this ancient city as you walk across the Rialto Bridge. Head to the front of the long line at St Mark's Basilica to admire the cathedral's glittering gold splendor without the wait. Rest your feet, but not your eyes and emotions for a quintessential 30-minute shared gondola ride with a local gondoliere from the Grand Canal (if Gondola ride tour selected). Optional upgrades include a small-group tour with a water taxi ride along the Grand Canal and a guided tour of the Doge's Palace at St Mark's Square.

Discover the rugged beauty of rural north England on this 8-hour North York Moors and Whitby day trip from York. Explore the medieval town of Helmsley, home to quaint shops and a medieval castle. Delve into the North York Moors National Park for panoramic views over the rolling countryside. Soak up Whitby's seaside atmosphere at your leisure, perhaps visiting Whitby Abbey, the port or the Captain Cook Museum. Return via the Hole of Horcum and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 16 people.