EUROPE SMALL GROUP TOURS

What makes Albania so seductive is its relative remoteness and recent isolation from the rest of the region. While the coastal areas are attractively familiar, a Jules Verne escorted tour will also open your eyes to the riches further inland.

Armenia is a land with a mystical air, rich in history interwoven with legends from Noah’s Ark to Marco Polo’s Silk Road. Tour this enchanted land with us to discover astounding natural beauty, ancient monuments and a rapidly modernising capital.

With majestic cities, Tirolean villages, breath-taking scenery, and the musical repertoires of Mozart and Strauss, Austria is enthralling and entertaining, in equal measure, giving every visitor plenty to explore and enjoy on a small group tour.

The Balkans are a wonderful choice of holiday destination, particularly for those with an interest in the rich culture, history and politics of this region. However, the natural beauty of the Balkans is equally likely to delight and enthral visitors.

Nestled around the Baltic Sea in the north of Europe, the Baltic States are made up of three countries – Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania – each of which is filled with culture, history and stunning scenery. making the perfect destination for an escorted tour.

Tucked deep into the Southeast corner of Europe is the largely land-locked country of Bosnia and Herzegovina. A large inland country with a small stretch of land that breaks through between the two halves of Croatia, ending with a beautiful rocky shoreline.

When visiting Bulgaria, visitors could stick to the busy Black Sea coast. Or they could make the journey inland and enjoy an adventure through the ages, taking in the countless reminders of Bulgaria’s rich history and absorbing rich folklore traditions.

Crescent-shaped Croatia is littered with small islands, each offering something special. In addition, the mainland offers rich Mediterranean beauty and unique attractions. On any one of our Croatia tours, you’ll discover so much of this mesmerising location.

Cyprus boasts picturesque villages, the stunning Troödos Mountains with UNESCO heritage Byzantine churches, ancient Curium with its Greek theatre and the museums and palace of the capital, Nicosia, as well as its well-known resorts and beautiful coastline.

Estonia, though small in stature, is great in history. It is a unique country, with a culture that could never be emulated anywhere else. It has to be experienced in person to be understood and appreciated. Discover wondrous Estonia with a small group tour.

Much of Finland remains an understated, rural idyll – the perfect setting for soul searchers. It is a treasure chest of villages, churches and castles; rivers, lakes and forests. Helsinki, on the other hand, is a lively capital city offering a wealth of culture to explore.

Against a backdrop of varied and beautiful landscapes, the reasons for embarking on one of our tours to France are manifold, with exquisite cuisine, coveted vineyards and sleepy villages, chic cities, ancient houses and modern museums.

Marvel at Georgia’s diversity brought about by numerous invasions, including Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Persian, Ottoman and Russian on a tour of this welcoming and wild nation with a rich, colourful history and undiscovered wonders.

Germany is a great nation with a rich history and distinctive culture. Let us take you on a journey down one of its wonderful waterways, the Rhine, where you can sample some of this country’s exceedingly varied and beautiful landscape.

For such a small country, Greece has a lot to offer. Explore the birthplace of democracy and the foundations of life as we know it on one of our Greece tours, where crystal-clear waters, golden sands, ancient cities and historical sights await.

The jewel in Hungary’s crown is its capital, Budapest, built strategically around the Danube and split into two distinct areas: the castle area of Buda and more diverse Pest. Explore this city and the surrounding areas with us and discover Hungary’s treasures.

Iceland may conjure up visions of glittering white landscapes but it is actually a country of many colours. Expect to marvel at cobalt blue and jade green icebergs, volcanic ash beaches, black lava, red sulphur and green valleys.

From gladiatorial amphitheatres to gargantuan lakes, serene landscapes to cosmopolitan cities. Italy is the epitome of la dolce vita, and you can experience a slice of this endless pleasure and luxury on one of our escorted tours of Italy.

The tiny landlocked country of Kosovo is a land of contradictions. Discover the gently swaying poppy fields and dark oak forests of the countryside, seemingly at odds with the trendy cafes in the up-and-coming cities of Pristina and Peja.

Exploring Latvia, you’ll discover a land of divided languages and cultures. Tucked between Estonia and Lithuania, discover the green Gauja Valley, the domed cathedrals of small towns and introduce you to the lively capital, Riga.

Lithuania is renowned for its Baroque architecture, adorned with dense forests and glittering lakes, and is home to Vilnius, whose Old Town is Europe’s largest. Lithuania holidays with Jules Verne open visitors’ eyes to cultural gems unseen by many.

Whilst primarily known for its idyllic beaches, the small and independent country of Montenegro has far more to offer visitors. Fortified towns line the coast and five national parks protect its abundant and largely unspoiled natural beauty.

The beauty of North Macedonia cannot be understated to those considering visiting this tiny corner of the Balkans. The landscape is dominated by mountains, lakes and ancient towns brimming with eclectic Ottoman and European architecture.

A visit to Norway is like stepping through the wardrobe into Narnia. With spellbinding Northern Lights, Christmas card landscapes and active volcanoes forming a backdrop for tiny fishing villages, traditional farms and busy ports.

The beautiful country of Poland has been rebuilt to see and appreciate its origins and history. Poland should be higher on peoples list of countries to visit as dismissing its culturally-rich and historically-significant towns and cities would be a mistake.

When choosing your Portugal tour, you’re presented with the enviable task of deciding whether you stay on the mainland, with its rich culture, history; opt for a slice of paradise with a tour of Madeira, the island of eternal spring; or island hop on the exotic Azores.

Fine architecture, famous painted monasteries and an epic mountain range are just three reasons to visit Romania. Its monuments, fairy-tale castles and even Dracula’s lair trace the centuries and make up the rich tapestry that is its unique story.

Across millennia, the Scots remain fiercely proud of a landscape where high mountains meet deep lochs and islands rise above dramatic seas. Scotland is a land filled with historic ruins and restored castles, art galleries and fascinating museums.

Serbia is a fascinating country to visit, with an early history to match its tumultuous recent times. Its size allows easy access to the urban delights of Belgrade, and the gentler pace of the beautiful countryside, idyllic villages and national parks.

Seducing travellers for centuries, the enchanting island of Sicily has a wealth of sights waiting to be explored. On our Sicily escorted tours, take in its breathtaking natural and cultural highlights, discover its secret treasures, and enjoy fresh local cuisine.