Tours and Trips in Europe

Explore the highlights of the UNESCO-listed Buda Castle District in Budapest on this small-group walking tour. With an historian guide, stroll around cobbled Castle Hill, Budapest's oldest quarter, as you learn about its occupation by different nations and invaders down the centuries. Visit the Castle complex and Matthias Church; admire baroque and Gothic townhouses and churches; and enjoy panoramic views from the Fisherman's Bastion. Morning and afternoon departures available, with entrance fees at own expense.

Take a 2-hour guided tour of Budapest's beautiful Castle District, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Cross the Chain Bridge by coach to Buda's hilltop district, where your guide will fill you in on the area's rich history. Check out the Royal Palace, Matthias Church and the famous Fisherman's Bastion, a neo-Gothic arcade with views overlooking the river and beyond. You'll conclude your tour with a journey up to Gell ert Hill for more photos of the stunning vistas below.

Stroll up Budapest's Castle Hill with a local guide on this 3-hour walking tour. As you pass stately buildings with unique architectural details, hear stories about their histories and past occupants. Stop by the city's oldest confectionery and Hungary's first private art gallery before ending up at Matthias Church. With your included entrance ticket, explore the interior of the 14th-century church, constructed in the Gothic style. Leave your tour with some tips on where to get lunch or an afternoon coffee in the surrounding neighborhood.

Discover the highlights of Budapest with ease on a 90-minute Airwheel scooter tour. After a short training session to familiarize yourself with the scooter, follow your guide through the city's parks and past its most iconic monuments. Effortlessly make your way through Vörösmarty Square, along the Danube, and beyond. As your guide narrates the tour, feel free to stop at any time to take a photo or ask questions.

Admire the beautiful Buda Castle District on a 2.5-hour walking tour in Budapest. You'll follow a local guide around the cobblestone streets and hear stories of the city's rich history. See UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Royal Palace, as well as the lesser-known landmarks such as Vienna Gate. Be sure to capture pictures with family and friends from the panoramic lookout of Fisherman's Bastion before you head out.

If you love the pomp and theater of Britain's royal family, check off two regal residences with not even a thought of left-side driving on this convenient guided coach tour. Start by exploring Buckingham Palace's magnificent 19th-century staterooms, including the throne room. Then travel to Windsor, enjoy a 2-course lunch at the Harte and Garter Hotel, and tour Windsor Castle, including the chapel where Harry married Meghan.

Delve into London's rich royal heritage during a 2.5-hour visit to Buckingham Palace to see the Changing of the Guard Ceremony. Marvel at the traditional Changing of the Guard performance, which involves meticulously dressed soldiers marching to the rhythm of military drums. Then, enjoy an exclusive experience as you enter the opulent State Rooms of Buckingham Palace for an independent audio tour. See lavish chambers during a tour only available for two months of the year, and gain fascinating insight into the history of the British monarchy.

The River Danube's banks in Budapest take on an extra magic after dark, when the monuments and bridges are bathed in floodlights. With this evening bike tour, save the effort of walking between the sights and view all the must-sees more easily - on two wheels. Admire the Chain Bridge and a musical fountain; enjoy panoramas over the Hungarian Parliament; and learn history on the sights you might not hear otherwise.

Feel like a British Royal on this 4-hour tour that includes a visit to Buckingham Palace and afternoon tea. Meet a tour host outside the royal residence and head inside with your prebooked ticket and audio guide for an independent tour of the State Rooms. Then, join back up with your host and stroll through St James's Park to an elegant venue, where you'll savor a traditional afternoon tea spread of scones, sandwiches and tea. Please note: Buckingham Palace is open to the public for just eight weeks (approx.) each year and tickets sell out quickly. Book early to avoid disappointment.

Dive deep into the history of Budapest's Buda Castle district on this 3-hour walking tour. Explore this UNESCO-listed cobbled hillside, uncovering its medieval, Ottoman, Habsburg, and World War II history as you see landmarks, baroque architecture, and hidden gardens, courts, and statues. Admire the Royal Palace, St. Matthias Church, and Danube-side Várkert Bazaar, and absorb the city views from the Fisherman's Bastion. A coffee or another drink, plus entrance to St. Matthias included.

Discover Budapest's highlights on this 3-hour panoramic sightseeing tour. As you travel between the sights, learn about Hungary's 1,000-year-old history and pass landmarks such as St. Stephen's Basilica, the Parliament, and more. Walk around the Buda Castle District, soak up city views from the Fisherman's Bastion and Gell ert Hill, and view the monuments to Hungary's kings and national heroes at Heroes' Square. Choice of morning and afternoon departure included.

Visit two of England's grandest royal residences on this day trip to Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace. Traveling from London by air-conditioned coach, head for Windsor Castle in Windsor. Be one of the first of the morning to witness the State Apartments and St George's Chapel, and, depending on the day, the Changing of the Guard. Then, pass Runnymede, where the Magna Carta was signed in 1205, and enjoy an audio-guided tour of the magnificent State Rooms and treasures of Buckingham Palace, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's main London residence.

Delight in the quintessentially English culture of London on a 4.5-hour tour that combines three iconic British experiences. With a knowledgeable guide, watch the incredible Changing of the Guard Ceremony outside of Buckingham Palace, and then embark on an audio-guided tour of the residence's lavish State Apartments, only open for two months of the year. Then, head to a prestigious hotel in central London and pleasure your palate with an appetizing array of finger sandwiches, soft scones and aromatic cups of English tea. Book now to avoid missing the few dates that Buckingham Palace is open to the public.

See London's highlights by retro double-decker bus, cruise boat and foot on this 5.5-hour tour. Take a seat on a vintage, red Routemaster bus and pass top London sights including Trafalgar Square, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. Then, soak in more London landmarks, such as Tower Bridge and the Tower of London, on a Thames River sightseeing cruise. Finally, crown your tour with a visit to magnificent Buckingham Palace. Take an audio tour of the ornate State Rooms, only accessible to the public for two months in the year.

Dive head first into medieval Hungarian history on a private tour of the Castle District. Go beyond the general overview you find on most group tours and discover the secret history of the district. For 2.5-hours, enjoy the personal attention of a private guide and feel free to ask as many questions as you like. Round out your tour with a coffee and pastry at a traditional cafe.

Admire the 'Paris of the East' by night and enjoy dinner and a folklore show on this 4-hour Budapest evening tour. Take a panoramic drive to see lit-up landmarks including the Parliament and Buda's Royal Palace, and enjoy a traditional Hungarian dinner and folklore show. Finally, soak in the views of the city illuminations from the top of Gell ert Hill. 3-course dinner with wine and water, show, air-conditioned transport, and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Open for only a handful of weeks every summer, the Buckingham Palace State Rooms are one of London's most in-demand attractions. Secure your admission in advance, and get ready to go behind the scenes. Discover parts of the palace used by the Queen for state business, learn more from your audio guide, and admire masterpieces from the Royal Collection Trust - including a special exhibition this year in honor of Prince Charles' 70th birthday. You can also upgrade to visit the Royal Mews: Buckingham Palace's elegant stables.

Experience Budapest's art nouveau landmarks on a small-group walking tour with an historian guide. Stop to see the city's art nouveau masterpieces, all graced with the decorative natural and folk motifs that characterized the early 20th-century architectural movement. Admire examples including the Royal Postal Savings Bank; learn about Hungary's celebrated exponent, Odon Lechner; and uncover the design and history behind each building. Choose a morning or afternoon tour, with public transport passes at own expense.

Stretch your legs and see the sights on this 3-hour Budapest walking tour. Your local guide will lead to the jewels of the city, including UNESCO World Heritage sites like Heroes' Square, where iconic statues of the Seven Chieftains of the Magyars sit, as well as the beautiful Buda Castle. You'll take a break with two delicious Hungarian pastries and a hot drink. This walking tour is limited to 15 people, keeping the experience intimate as you discover all that this incredible city has to offer.

The hilltop Castle District is one of Budapest's unabashed highlights, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site besides. Discover the highlights of the area, and learn all about its history, when you set off on a small-group walking tour. Over the course of several hours, you'll visit the Fisherman's Bastion, will venture inside Matthias Church, will admire the namesake Buda Castle, and more. Cap off your tour with a visit to a beloved local bakery, where you'll enjoy a slice of cake and a coffee break.