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Discover the enchanting beauty of Europe on an unforgettable 8-day adventure with Adventure Life. From the captivating Southern Cyclades to the stunning Amalfi Coast, these tours offer a mix of cultural exploration, archaeological site visits, and small ship cruises that promise an experience like no other. Explore ancient ruins, taste Portugal's wines, hike a shimmering glacier in Iceland, or gaze upon the Sistine Chapel in Italy. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, the diverse itineraries cater to every type of traveler. Don't miss the chance to embark on a journey that will create memories to last a lifetime. Contact one of our Trip Planners for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Lofoten Islands, Norway
from $5,395
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Lofoten Islands Hiking Adventure

Small Group Tour in Norway - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Djevelsporten and Fløya hike
  • Discover Svolvær's thrilling nature
  • See panoramic view of Henningsvær
  • See Henningsvær, a fishing village
  • Discover Kvalvika's white-sand bay
  • Visit the charming Nusfjord village
  • Discover a stunning resort in the A
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Evenes / Lyngvær
Activity Level
Moderate
This 8-day hiking expedition through Norway’s Lofoten Islands delivers raw Arctic beauty, dramatic peaks, and wild coastal trails. Explore the Lofoten archipelago, which showcases jagged mountains, windswept beaches, and remote fishing villages, making it ideal for adventurers seeking rugged, off-the-map experiences.
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Dramatic evening cityscape of Reine town with Northern Lights
from $6,395
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Northern Lights Photography Adventure in Norway's Lofoten Islands

Small Group Tour in Norway - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Learn new photography skills
  • See the Northern Lights in Lofoten
  • See jagged peaks and icy landscape
  • Stay in traditional Norwegian cabin
Starts / Ends
Evenes / Evenes
Activities
Village Visits, Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience the breathtaking scenery and untamed beauty of Norway's Lofoten Islands by enrolling in this 8-day Northern Lights Photography Adventure. With the help of an expert photographer, learn about the technical and creative techniques to capture landscapes and chase the aurora across rugged peaks and remote shores.
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Northern lights over Lapland
from $5,395
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Finnish Winter Adventure Week: Chasing the Northern Lights

Small Group Tour in Finland - 8 Day Itinerary
  • See Lapland's forest in snowshoes
  • Learn backcountry skiing
  • Enjoy fat biking activity in snow
  • Learn how to dogsled with huskies
  • See the Northern Lights
  • Stay in a wilderness cabin
  • Try Finnish sauna and local food
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Ivalo / Ivalo
Activities
Biking, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Northern Lights, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Skiing
Activity Level
Moderate
Plunge into an 8-day winter adventure week in Finland’s Lapland. Chase the Northern Lights, snowshoe through the tundra, ski wild terrain, and fat bike snowy trails. Ride with huskies, unwind in a Finnish sauna, then sleep off-grid in a remote hut—no power, no water, just raw nature, and pure northern magic.
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Warm lights glow through the blue hour in Lyon
from $4,139
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Colors of Provence - Cruise Only

Lyon - Arles - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amakristina
  • Tour the highlights of Lyon, France
  • Stop at the home of a local vintner
  • Learn about olive farming tradition
  • Take the Artist Experience tour
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Lyon / Arles
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Embark the MS Amakristina in Arles, France for your week-long cruise through France's legendary wine regions, including Cotes du Rhone, Burgundy and Beaujolais. Enjoy wine tastings, ancient Roman ruins, and medieval villages on this European vacation. Les Baux, Avignon, Viviers, Tournon, and Vienne are all stops before arriving to Lyon, France.
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Stop in beautiful Basel, Switzerland
from $3,699
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
  • Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
  • Explore Cologne's historic center
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Basel / Amsterdam
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover the charm of medieval towns like Breisach and Braubach, explore the cobbled streets of Strasbourg, and visit the majestic Marksburg Castle. Delight in guided walking tours, bike rides along the Rhine, and panoramic views from cable cars.
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Visit charming Passau
from $3,749
EBD $4000
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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Visit Vienna
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.
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Walking in Santorini
from $2,410
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Southern Cyclades

Roundtrip Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Piraeus vibrant port city
  • Wander Rhodes medieval streets
  • Discover Bodrum rich history
  • Admire Santorini whitewashed cliffs
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Piraeus / Piraeus
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail for 8 days on the Star Flyer, exploring historic Aegean ports from Piraeus to Rhodes and Bodrum while enjoying stunning views in Santorini and Hydra. Experience local culture, cuisine, and relaxation, culminating in a memorable return to Piraeus.
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Nossa Senhora dos Remedios Sanctuary
from $2,481
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Portugal to Spain - Porto, the Douro Valley and Salamanca

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Miguel Torga
  • Explore Porto vibrant culture
  • Discover Vega de Teron charm
  • Stroll Salamanca historic streets
  • Experience Barca d'Alva beauty
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Variable
Experience an 8-day river cruise on the MS Miguel Torga through Portugal's Douro Valley, starting in Porto with guided tours, wine tastings, and Flamenco shows. Cross into Spain for a day in Salamanca and explore Baroque Lamego before concluding with Fado music in Porto.
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The colorful streets of Spain
from $2,167
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Andalusia: Tradition, Gastronomy, and Flamenco

Seville Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS La Belle de Cadix
  • Sail across the Guadalquivir River
  • View a traditional equestrian show
  • Explore Jerez, the capital of wine
  • Visit the charming city of Granada
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Seville / Seville
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Variable
This 8-day Spanish cruise aboard the MS La Belle de Cadix showcases the Andalusia region, including stops in Seville, Cadiz, Granada and Cordoba. Local wine tastings, Flamenco music and visits to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Donana Park highlight this itinerary.
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A female tourist is walking on the riverbed next to the historical Ottoman Kadiu bridge in Albania
from $3,238
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Albania Multisport Adventure

8 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy Përmet's outdoor activities
  • Visit St. Mary's Church in Leusë
  • See Bënjë Thermal Baths
  • Discover Gjirokastra's UNESCO Site
  • Kayak along Gjipe Beach
  • Explore Tirana's iconic landmarks
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Tirana / Tirana
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Local Market Visits, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Moderate
Join the best 8-day Albania multisport tour with hiking, kayaking, and cycling across stunning landscapes. Compare Albania multisport tour prices, find the top-rated packages, and read trusted reviews. Extend your adventure with Macedonia adventure vacations and experience the ultimate adventure holidays in the Balkans.
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A stunning view of Nafplion, Greece
from $3,550
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Harmony V
  • Stroll Nafplion’s old town
  • Visit the peaceful town of Chora
  • Discover Delos archaeological site
  • Explore Kea’s charming port
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Athens aboard the Harmony V, exploring the Cyclades, Crete, and the hidden gem of Kythira. Discover historic charm in Monemvasia and Nafplion while enjoying a unique blend of cruising and yachting.
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Traditional architecture in Greece.
from $3,090
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Jewels of the Cyclades

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Capture Santorini’s caldera views
  • Swim Poliegos turquoise waters
  • Stroll Folegandros cliffside views
  • Tour Delos sacred temples
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Athens / Athens
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galileo, exploring the beautiful Cyclades from Athens to islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Folegandros. Enjoy swim stops, cultural experiences, and delightful Cycladic cuisine on this unforgettable journey.
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The towering ruins of the Acropolis rise over Athens
from $2,000
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Antiquity to Byzantium

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Explore Epidaurus grand theater
  • Visit Mycenae and its Lion’s Gate
  • Discover Nafplion’s old town
  • Tour Delphi’s ruins
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Athens / Athens
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Galileo to explore Greece's historic landmarks, starting in Ancient Epidaurus and visiting iconic sites like Olympia and Delphi. Enjoy guided excursions and stunning coastlines before concluding your journey in Marina Zea.
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Salamanca, Spain
from $4,139
EBD $4000
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Enticing Douro - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Porto - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadouro
  • Tour the São Bento Railway Station
  • Sample Bôlas de Lamego
  • Visit Salamanca
  • Visit the Palacio de Mateus
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Porto / Porto
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail roundtrip from Porto on an 8-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amadouro, passing terraced vineyards and historic wine estates in the world’s oldest demarcated wine region. Explore Regua, savor Port wines, and visit Salamanca, the UNESCO-listed “Golden City.”
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Porto Cityscape, Portugal
from $4,139
EBD $4000
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Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only

Porto - Vega de Terron - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaVida
  • Explore Porto's historic old town
  • Taste Portugal's wines
  • Visit Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
  • Hike through Vega Terron, Spain
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Variable
Sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amavida from Porto through the stunning Douro River Valley, a UNESCO site of terraced vineyards and charming quintas. Enjoy wine tastings, historic villages, and the rich flavors of Spain and Portugal.
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St.Blaise Church, Dubrovnik
from $1,365
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Dubrovnik to Split

Dubrovnik - Split - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Splendid
  • Tour Split’s Diocletian Palace
  • Enter Bisevo’s magical Blue Cave
  • Relax on Bol’s Zlatni Rat beach
  • Explore historic Dubrovnik
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Dubrovnik / Split
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Split aboard M/S Splendid, exploring Croatia’s stunning islands, historic cities, and vibrant culture. Enjoy medieval towns, crystal-clear waters, and timeless traditions.
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Romania's iconic Bran Castle "Dracula's Castle"
from $4,449
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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Admire Rousse's architecture
  • Learn of the region's rich history
  • Enjoy culinary and wine excursions
  • Tour European cities and villages
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Budapest / Giurgiu
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Variable
Arrive in Budapest and embark the Amamagna for your 8-day Danube River cruise. Traverse the dramatic narrow gorge known as the Iron Gates, then cruise along the Romanian-Bulgarian border. Visit Mohacs before disembarking in Giurgiu. Culture, history, magnificent architecture and stunning landscapes highlight this cruise.
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Bronze Age Clava Cairn near Inverness, Scotland
from $10,065
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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens
  • Sail through Loch Ness
  • Visit medieval abbey ruins
  • Hike in spectacular Cuillin Hills
  • Discover ancient standing stones
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Inverness / Kyle of Lochalsh
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Variable
From Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh, explore the historic sites of Scotland on this week-long cruise on the Lord of the Glens. Lochs, castles, villages, pubs, and ancient ruins highlight this tour, which features inland visits like Loch Ness and Duart Castle.
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