Southern Europe Tours & Holidays 2024/2025

Join us on a holiday to Southern Europe

Live it up along the Mediterranean this summer (or hop over for some much-needed winter warmth).

Welcome to the most sun-kissed region of Europe. From the far reaches of Macedonia to the Italian islands of Sardinia and Sicily, Southern Europe is an exceptional place to while away the summer months or to even catch up on some Vitamin D during the chillier months. Year-round, destinations like Portugal offer more than 300 sunny days, as well as plenty of cultural opportunities including traditional Fado music shows and port tasting at a local vineyard.

Croatia is also a fantastic Central European destination for beaches and islands galore, with Krk, Hvar, and Vis capturing the hearts of many. But if you want to escape the crowds, discover something new, but equally beautiful, in the island nation of Malta.

Southern Europe is home to a bevvy of lesser-known travel destinations, including Albania, where travellers can explore quaint lakeside villages framed by snow-capped peaks, and also Slovenia, where the capital of Ljubljana offers an enchanting old town, stunning castle, and panoramic views of the Julian Alps.

Lake Garda

4.13 (1769 reviews)
Italy

7 meals included
Relax and unwind beside the blue waters of Lake Garda
Enjoy an optional Grand Circular Tour of Lake Garda
Partake in an optional full-day tour of Venice

Valletta, Mdina & the Wonders of Malta

4.07 (261 reviews)
Malta

4 excursions included
14 meals included
Enjoy a week of rest, exploration and Maltese hospitality
Get to know Malta's historic capital, Valletta
Spend a day on Gozo, Malta's fascinating sister island

Portofino, Florence & Tuscany

4.1 (798 reviews)
Italy

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Visit Portofino, one of the Mediterranean's most exclusive corners
Discover the wonderful cities of Pisa and Lucca
Experience an optional wine tasting at a local Chianti winery*

The Italian Dolomites

Italy

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Ride the Renon narrow-gauge railway to Collalbo
Journey by rail from Mezzolombardo to Caldes
Visit to Bolzano and enjoy a cable-car ride

Venice, Verona & Lake Garda

4.34 (1056 reviews)
Italy

4 excursions included
7 meals included
Enjoy a full-day visit to incomparable Venice, La Serenissima
Explore Verona, Romeo and Juliet’s exquisite city
Journey through the dramatic Dolomites

Hidden Portugal

4.1 (672 reviews)
Portugal

2 excursions included
14 meals included
Discover Portugal's second city, Porto, in its splendid setting above the River Douro
Visit a port wine lodge
Journey along the scenic Costa Verde

Lake Como

Italy

7 meals included
Relax and enjoy the amenities at your chosen hotel
Enjoy peaceful lake-shore strolls
Choose from six pre-bookable optional excursions

Little Trains of the Pyrenees

4.11 (204 reviews)
France, Spain

4 excursions included
14 meals included
Spend seven nights on the beautiful Costa Brava
Enjoy the views from the Roses Express 'road train'
Ride the Little Yellow Train to the French Pyrenees

Puglia & the South - Undiscovered Italy

4.19 (243 reviews)
Italy

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Spend seven nights beside the brilliant blue Adriatic Sea
Join an optional excursion to enchanting Monopoli and Polignano a Mare
Discover the UNESCO-listed wonders of Matera's Sassi cave-dwellings

Capri, Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast

4.01 (930 reviews)
Italy

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Spend a week in the blissful surroundings of the Neapolitan Riviera
Embrace time to meander around delightful Sorrento
Visit the extraordinary ruins of Roman Pompeii

Dubrovnik, Montenegro & the Dalmatian Coast

4.24 (633 reviews)
Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro

5 excursions included
14 meals included
Discover Roman Split, Croatia's second city
Visit the walled island-city of Trogir, the centre of which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Seek out the natural splendours of Krka National Park

Explore Andalucia by Little Boats

Spain

6 excursions included
7 meals included
Set off on a tour of Jerez de la Frontera, known for its history of sherry production, flamenco dancing and fine horses
Watch the famous ‘dancing stallions’ perform at the Royal Andalusian Equestrian School
Sip on port and sherry wine while learning about the production during a visit to the House of Sandeman

Lake Como, St Moritz & the Bernina Express

4.16 (227 reviews)
Italy, Switzerland

3 excursions included
7 meals included
Discover Bellagio, "Italy's most beautiful town"
Enjoy a cruise on Lake Como
Ride the Bernina Express to St Moritz

Classic Sicily, Etna & Taormina

Italy

5 excursions included
14 meals included
Visit Monreale’s Benedictine monastery
Experience a walking tour of Sicily’s capital Palermo
Spend four nights in a charming hotel beneath fabled Taormina

Classic Sardinia

Italy, France

8 excursions included
8 meals included
Travel by ferry and amble around the oldest town in Corsica, Bonifacio
Purchase handmade souvenirs and browse San Pantaleo Craft Market
Discover one of Sardinia’s most famous archaeological sites, the Giants' grave of Coddu Vecchiu and Nuraghe La Prisgiona

Pousadas of Portugal

4.02 (28 reviews)
Portugal

6 excursions included
11 meals included
Stay in three of Portugal's famous Pousada hotels
Discover the historic Portuguese capital, Lisbon
Visit the incredible UNESCO-listed Royal Sintra

Christmas on Lake Bled

Slovenia

1 excursion included
11 meals included
Soak up the festive atmosphere at Lake Bled
Visit Ljubljana, and browse the Christmas market
View the Legend of the Sunken Bell light show

Valletta, Mdina and the Wonders of Malta - Two Weeks Stay

4.07 (261 reviews)
Malta

4 excursions included
14 meals included
Enjoy two weeks of rest, exploration and Maltese hospitality
Get to know Malta's historic capital, Valletta
Spend a day on Gozo, Malta's fascinating sister island

Milan, Verona & Lake Garda

New

Italy

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Discover the picturesque village and former Roman city of Sirmione with its historic centre and medieval castle
Board a boat and set sail across the tranquil waters of Lake Garda, observing the shoreside towns, castles, and villas
Spend time in lakeside Salò, with its pretty long promenade and elegant architecture

Christmas in the Italian Dolomites

Italy

3 excursions included
11 meals included
Spend a wonderful Christmas in the Italian Dolomites
Included excursion to Trento and Riva del Garda
Christmas Eve visit to Merano and Bolzano, followed by a special dinner at the hotel

Christmas in Andalucia

4.42 (25 reviews)
Spain

2 excursions included
11 meals included
A stay in the heart of the Andalusian hills
A Christmas Eve visit to Seville
A full day in Granada, including entry to the Alhambra

Ancient Greece Uncovered

Greece

6 excursions included
9 meals included
Discover Athens and its treasure chest of archaeological sites
Visit the Corinth Canal and Epidaurus, a small city famed for its temple and theatre
Discover historic Delphi, the home of the Temple of Apollo

Christmas in Malta

3.59 (30 reviews)
Malta

2 excursions included
14 meals included
Enjoy a week of festive rest, relaxation and exploration
Soak up the colour and atmosphere of Valetta
Visit the cities of Vittoriosa, Cospicua and Senglea

Lisbon, Seville & the Glorious Algarve

4.1 (137 reviews)
Portugal, Spain

2 excursions included
14 meals included
Embrace sun-kissed days in the holiday haven of Albufeira
Uncover the historical and architectural delights of the Portuguese capital, Lisbon
Soak up the sights of Seville, the great City of Flamenco

Christmas in Verona & Lake Garda

4.32 (93 reviews)
Italy

2 excursions included
11 meals included
Embark on a guided tour of Verona, Romeo and Juliet’s exquisite city
Soak up the scenery on a cruise and tour of Lake Garda and its surroundings
Journey on an optional train ride to enchanting Venice

Historic Paradores of Hidden Spain

Spain

5 excursions included
11 meals included
Soak up the royal history and elegant atmosphere of your parador hotels
Follow in pilgrims’ footsteps in Santiago de Compostela and León
Explore Santillana del Mar – one of Spain’s prettiest villages

A Snapshot of Western Sicily – Exclusively Solos

Italy

5 excursions included
14 meals included
Explore the medieval town of Erice with panoramic views and visit Trapani's historic centre
Discover Palermo's food markets and culinary scene, as well as the city's artistic and monumental riches on the Arab-Norman route
Visit Monreale Cathedral, Benedictine Cloister, and the Valley of Temples in Agrigento, one of the greatest treasures of the Greek heritage in Sicily

Paradores & Pousadas of Spain & Portugal

New

Portugal, Spain

6 excursions included
9 meals included
Stay in a collection of hand-picked unique, luxury and historic paradores and pousadas
Embark on a guided tour of Lisbon, built across seven hills and along the Atlantic Ocean and Tagus River
Discover the coastal town of Estoril, a haven for royal families with its golden sandy beaches and sprawling promenade

Highlights of Italy: Venice to Rome

New

Italy

3 excursions included
14 meals included
Explore and stay in the ‘Floating City’ of romantic Venice, known for its labyrinth of canals, Byzantine-style Basilica di San Marco, and the ornate Ponte dei Sospiri (Bridge of Sighs)
Discover Padova (Padua), a city famed for its frescoes, Basilica di Sant'Antonio di Padova and Scrovegni Chapel
Sightsee around Bologna, taking in its Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest in the world and join an optional visit to FICO Italy, an Italian food theme park

Tuscany, Rome and the Amalfi Coast

Italy

17 meals included
Embark on a city tour of Arezzo with entrance to Basilica di San Francesco
Delve into the historical and architectural delights of Florence
Partake in an optional day trip to the charming cities of Siena and San Gimignano