Europe History & Culture Holidays

A region as rich, diverse and historic as Europe has bountiful history and culture to discover. There are heritage sites all through the region and every country has a significant site or historic place to see – Italy alone has 44 UNESCO sites, with the canals of Venice, the Coliseum, Pompeii, St Mark's Square and the Sistine Chapel just a few of the headliners.

Whether you travel to see the Alhambra or Sagrada Familia in Spain, the Pantheon in Rome, the Acropolis in Greece, Dubrovnik's old city in Croatia, Auschwitz in Poland, Cinque Terre in Italy, the Kremlin in Russia, Mont Saint-Michel in France, the Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany or any one of dozens of other important cultural stops throughout Europe, you'll discover a wealth of rich sites to explore

The Hermitage in Russia is one of the premier galleries in the world and an essential stop for visitors to St Petersburg, whilst the Louvre in Paris could detain you for days at a time and the Uffizi in Florence or Museo del Prado in Madrid are justifiably celebrated.

Capri & the Amalfi Coast

10-day tailor-made holiday from £3,885 pp

Let stays in world-class hotels and the services of private drivers showcase the best of Capri’s island paradise, the Amalfi Coast’s dramatic beauty and Sorrento’s clifftop views. In between, there's plenty of time for some beach-side relaxation and independent exploration.

Cordoba, Spain. The Mezquita Mosque-Cathedral

Essential Andalucia‬

7-day tailor-made self-drive from £1,075 pp incl. flights

Offering superb value, this weeklong road trip will see you uncovering the Moorish wonders of southern Spain, brought to life with guided tours and stays in stylish hotels.

‭Iberian Inspiration‬‬‬ with Backroads Tours

12-day Small-Group escorted tour from £3,120 pp incl. flights

On this small-group escorted tour, you'll take in the rich history and diverse cultures of the Iberian Peninsula, all in the company of expert guides. Explore a heady mix of treasures that range from Arabic palaces and Roman temples to Catholic cathedrals and attention-grabbing cuisine

Tuscany, Umbria & Amalfi self-drive

10-day tailor-made self-drive from £2,145 pp incl. flights

Soak up the cultural heritage, picturesque cities and towns, natural beauty, historical sites and tantalising cuisine of Tuscany, Umbria and the Amalfi Coast with this self-drive journey.

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River Seine & the best of Normandy

8-day luxury river cruise from £2,495 pp incl. flights

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Save up to 20% off selected departure dates in 2025
Book by: 31 October 2024

Take in northern France’s rural idyll, medieval jewels and chateau icons in all-inclusive luxury on this Uniworld small-ship river cruise.

Al Andalus Luxury train: Seville, Granada & Cordoba

8-day luxury rail journey from £5,750 pp incl. flights

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2025 departures early booking savings – Save up to £235pp
Book by: 31 October 2024

This weeklong rail journey will see you travel in royal luxury between Andalucia's great Moorish cities, returning each evening to the fine dining, piano lounge and opulent cabins of the Al Andalus train.

Magnificent Europe: The Rhine & Danube with APT

15-day river cruise from £2,295 pp incl. flights

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Save up to 60% on selected departure dates
Book by: 15 October 2024

This fully inclusive river cruise showcases the best of the Rhine and Danube, calling at quiet riverside villages and city greats alike between Holland, Germany, Austria and Hungary.

Highlights of Madeira

8-day tailor-made self-drive from £1,240 pp incl. flights

Famed for its natural beauty, mild climate and fabulous fortified wine, Madeira is the perfect year-round destination. Explore the island's myriad highlights on this tailor-made road trip.

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