Day Trips & Excursions in Europe

Get to know the Venice of Portugal and more on this full-day small-group tour of Aveiro and Coimbra, departing from Porto. After your friendly guide greets you in Porto, enjoy a short scenic drive by minibus to the colorful seaside town of Aveiro, known for its charming houses and romantic canals. Your guide will inform you about the local fishing culture, and take you to see Costa Nova, the traditional ‘moliceiro’ boats and more. After lunch, skip over to Coimbra, where you will learn about this intriguing medieval town and its charming university, before returning to Porto in the evening. This is a small group tour for a personal experience. 

Just outside of Paris, the riverside village of Giverny was the home of iconic French artist Claude Monet and a major center of the Impressionist art movement. This full-day trip offers longer to explore than most tours, including a morning tour of Monet's House and Gardens, a delicious lunch at the Monet-inspired Les Nymph eas restaurant, and an afternoon visit to the Mus ee des Impressionnismes.

Commemorate the sacrifices of Australian and New Zealander soldiers during World War I with the annual ANZAC Day Dawn Service in Villers-Bretonneux. On April 25, Depart Paris in the early morning hours to arrive in time for the dawn vigil. Continue on to the surrounding countryside for a tour of the pivotal Somme battlefields with your historian guide. Visit landmarks and memorials including the massive Lochnagar Crater, the Franco-Australian Museum and the Adelaide Cemetery on this enlightening and emotional full-day tour.

Immerse yourself in the historical charm of Antwerp on an enriching 5.5-hour tour of the stunning city from Brussels. Accompanied by an expert guide, absorb the medieval majesty of Market Square; gaze at the beguiling beauty of Baroque facades created by treasured artist, Rubens; and marvel at the outstanding architecture of Antwerp railway station. See the Diamond Pavilion and the excellent exhibits of the Museum Aan de Stroom at the end of your enriching excursion.

Escape the bustle of Bordeaux for some seaside therapy on this 4.5-hour day trip to the Bay of Arcachon. With your local guide and small group, you'll journey southwest by mini-coach to the white sands beaches of Arcachon, famous for oyster-harvesting. Hike to the top of Pyla Dune - the highest sand dune in Europe - stroll the beach, get splendid ocean and forest views, and sample fresh oysters at a local oyster farm.

Book this full-day trip to diminutive but culturally and historically rich Montenegro. Travel through the Konavle Valley in Croatia, cross the border and then stop in the ancient village of Perast for a brief boat trip to a centuries-old church on an island and explore eye-popping pretty Kotor, situated in Europe's southernmost fjord.

Explore Ancient Turkey on a full-day tour of Ephesus, and surrounding areas. Traverse Ephesus on foot and see the Tempe of Hadrian, the Library of Ephesus with its grand Columns and statues, and many other sights.  After a lunch break, visit the Temple of Artemis and then have time to explore the the Greek village of Sirince known for its wine production, olives, and organic farming. Stop for a presentation on the art of traditional Turkish carpet eating before making the journey back to your hotel.

Combine entrance tickets for the famous Antalya Aquarium with a short Antalya city tour and a visit to the Lara Waterfall on this great value family day trip from Alanya. Your tickets include access to the world's longest tunnel aquarium, as well as the Wildpark, Snow World and 4D cinema, after which you can walk around the atmospheric old town of Kaleici.

Immerse yourself in Roman and medieval history with a visit to the Saalburg Roman fort at the UNESCO-listed Limes and the 13th-century Castle Ronneburg. With tales of the Roman Empire frontier ringing in your ears, you'll explore the fort's interiors and ramparts alongside a guide. In the afternoon, you'll travel into the mountains for a glimpse into castle life during the Middle Ages. Round-trip transport from Frankfurt is included.

Head out of Rome to Ostia, an incredible area of ancient ruins where the Eternal City meets the sea, on this half-day morning tour. Just 30 minutes from the center of Rome, Ostia offers well-preserved ruins and tranquility away from the Italian capital. The ruins are convenient, compact and shady, and provide a tantalizing glimpse into daily life in ancient Rome.

Visit ancient Olympia and the Corinth Canal without the bustle of a shared-group tour on this private day trip from Athens. Traveling by comfortable air-conditioned vehicle, stop to view the rock-cut Corinth Canal, built in 1893. Then, travel into the Peloponnese to explore the birthplace of the Olympics independently, seeing the athletes' training areas and crumbled temples and stadium where competitions were held from the 8th century BC. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off included.

Soak up Portuguese culture on this full-day tour of the Douro Valley, departing from Porto. Meet your friendly guide and settle in to your air-conditioned vehicle, then relax on the short scenic ride from Porto to the Douro Valley. See the Douro Valley's main highlights, like stunning port wineries, a 16th-cenutry monastery and picturesque landscape. Break for lunch at the charming village of Pinhao, in the heart of the valley. After a full day of sightseeing and sampling Portuguese specialties, enjoy a quick ride back to Porto.

Let your imagination transport you back to ancient Greek and Roman times as you discover the architectural marvels of UNESCO-listed Ephesus and the ruins of the once-glorious Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This 4-hour minivan tour from Kusadasi includes admission to the Selcuk Museum, the Terrace Houses and Ephesus Ancient City, where you can take in highlights like the Odeon, the Trajan Fountain, the Temple of Hadrian and the Celsius library.

Visit the ruins of Ostia Antica on this tour from Rome. Sometimes known as 'the better Pompeii' for the excellent preservation status of its buildings, forums and artwork, Ostia Antica is an archaeological site that was once the port city of Ancient Rome. You'll travel to and from the site by train, and then take a 2.5-hour walking tour of the ruins with a guide. Be wowed by the intact condition of ancient structures such as the amphitheater, Baths of Neptune, taverns and more.

Discover scenic landscapes, impressive fjords and Arctic wildlife. Join us on this day trip to discover Tromsø's beautiful surroundings in our modern and comfortable minibus, perfect for nature sightseeing.

Ephesus is one of Turkey's most impressive ancient sites, but many tours only include a whistle-stop visit. This full-day tour from Izmir takes in all the highlights of the archeological site; visits St. John Basilica, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary; and includes a delicious Turkish lunch and wine tasting in Sirince village. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Get acquainted with a less-visited part of Scotland, the windswept Applecross Peninsula, during this 9-hour day trip from Inverness. Get glimpses of the abundant wildlife and revel in the dramatic views of stark Highlands scenery. Visit the Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve, travel over the steep Bealach nam Ba pass and enjoy some free time in the charming Applecross Village. Round-trip transportation from Inverness in a luxury minibus is included.

Visit the Ancient City of Ephesus alongside a private guide on a full-day tour from Kusadasi with lunch and a wine tasting at a local vineyard. Step into the world of ancient Greeks and Romans as you see Ephesus' top sites, from the Library of Celsus to thermal baths, the Odeon, and the imposing Forum, then learn about Turkish wines on a sprawling estate. This 7-hour Ephesus tour includes pickup and drop-off in Kusadasi, lunch, a wine tasting, and entrance fees at the Ancient City of Ephesus.

This Aran Islands and Cliffs of Moher cruise will take you to beautiful areas of Ireland that can only be reached by boat. Your guide will tell you about the history of the villages you encounter and point out highlights such as one of Ireland's most beautiful beaches. This tour gives you the freedom to explore independently, hire a bike, or grab some lunch. A highlight is the views from the top of the Cliffs of Moher.

Maximize your time in Turkey with an organized day tour to Ephesus.  Forget the stress of planning as the comprehensive tour includes your plane ticket to Izmir, hotel pickup and drop-off, a filling buffet lunch, and entry fees. With your private guide running the show, all you have to do is relax and enjoy one of Turkey's most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites.