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 £3,030 pp incl. flights

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 £1,090 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

Beautiful Bordeaux with Scenic

11-day river cruise

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The name Bordeaux has always evoked impressions of quiet pleasures, where the civil and the natural coexist in easy harmony, and wine lovers are free to engage their favourite pastime - savouring the world's finest wines.

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Magnificent Europe: The Rhine & Danube with APT

15-day river cruise from £3,495 pp incl. flights

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Book by: 15 August 2025

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.

Magna on the Danube

8-day luxury river cruise from £3,205 pp incl. flights

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Save up to £750 plus stateroom upgrade and onboard credit
Book by: 31 July 2025

See the wonders of one of the world's great waterways in utter luxury onboard the innovative AmaMagna, enjoying included touring and drinks-paired dining throughout. Along the way, you'll take in the region's great cities and off-the-beaten-track gems.

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Venice to London

4-day tailor-made holiday from £4,315 pp incl. flights

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Special northbound savings on selected departures – Save up to £795pp
Book by: 30 September 2025

After a stay in stylish canal-side hotel, reached by private water taxi, indulge with bar-car drinks and fine dining as you sweep across the snow-dusted Alps and through the heart of western Europe.

Venice Simplon-Orient-Express: Verona to London

4-day luxury rail journey from £4,605 pp incl. flights

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2025 Northbound departures special savings – Save up to £445pp
Book by: 31 July 2025

Explore Verona’s medieval delights with a luxury stay and pair of tasting tours before the afternoon teas and white-gloved service of the most iconic train sees you home.

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