Top Europe Trips & Tours in August 2026

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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Discover Heidelberg Castle gardens
• Cruise the Rhine Gorge
• Taste flavors of Alsace
• Visit Cologne Cathedral

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Sail from Amsterdam to Zurich on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard Emerald Destiny. Visit iconic destinations including Alkmaar, Cologne, Strasbourg, and Heidelberg. Join guided walking tours, enjoy scenic bike rides, and experience local flavors across Germany, France, and Switzerland.

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Iceland and British Isles Cruise

Reykjavik to Dublin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana

• See Puffins on Heimaey Island
• Visit Torshavn's old quarter
• Giant’s Causeway early access
• Reykjavik cultural city tour

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Reykjavik / Dublin

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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard SH Diana and journey through Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Scotland, and Ireland. Visit puffin colonies, Viking sites, fjords, castles, and dramatic coastlines before ending in Dublin. Discover natural wonders, rich cultures, and remote communities on this immersive exploration.

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Danube Delights with Nuremberg & Munich

Budapest - Munich - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

• Explore Budapest highlights
• Discover Bratislava’s Old Town
• Tour Vienna’s grand boulevards
• Stroll Passau’s medieval streets

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Budapest / Munich

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Join a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Sky to explore four European countries along the Danube. Experience a blend of history and modernity in cities like Vienna and Budapest, where rich cultural heritage meets vibrant contemporary life.

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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

• Explore Budapest’s Grand Market
• Discover Bratislava’s Gothic charm
• Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
• Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque halls

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Budapest / Passau

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Enjoy an 8-day Danube cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Star, exploring rich cultural landmarks. From Budapest's grand architecture to Vienna's imperial Ringstrasse and Melk Abbey, experience immersive tours and regional flavors along the way.

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Danube Delights

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

• Visit Vienna’s top museum
• Tour Gottweig Abbey, Austria
• Taste sausage in Regensburg
• Hike to Dürnstein Castle

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Budapest / Regensburg

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Wine Tasting

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Variable

Explore Central Europe on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Regensburg aboard Emerald Sky. Discover cities like Bratislava, Vienna, and Passau with guided tours, active hikes, and bike rides. Enjoy regional culture with local tastings, folklore performances, and UNESCO-listed sites along the Danube River.

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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Explore Zurich's vibrant charm
• Discover Freiburg's Black Forest
• Wander Strasbourg's medieval street
• Taste Koblenz’s Riesling wines

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Join an 8-day Rhine cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Emerald Dawn, exploring Basel, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and historic cities like Heidelberg and Cologne. Finish your journey in Alkmaar, which is famous for its traditional cheese-making.

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Danube Explorer

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Visit Bavarian Farm
• Tour Cesky Krumlov
• Walk through historic Melk Abbey
• Visit Budapest Market

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Munich / Budapest

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Local Market Visits, Biking, Hiking, Urban Exploration

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Variable

Discover the charm of the Danube on an 8-day Emerald Luna journey from Munich to Budapest. Wander through Bavarian villages, medieval Český Krumlov, and Melk Abbey. Explore Vienna’s Ringstrasse and Bratislava Castle, then enjoy walking tours, hikes, and bike rides before a guided visit to Budapest’s markets and landmarks.

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Highlights of Paris, Provence and the Riviera

12 Day Itinerary

• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Le Marais with local food and wine
• Enjoy a Rhône Valley wine tasting
• Drive through iconic villages
• Discover enchanting towns in Proven
• Explore Nice with food and wine tou
• Visit medieval village around Nice
• Visit Antibes market and a wine tas
• Visit Monte Carlo's famous street
• Admire the view of Mediterranean Se

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Paris / Nice

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Easy Active

Uncover the magic of France on this 12-day journey from iconic Paris to sun-kissed Provence and the dazzling Riviera. Stroll along the Seine, sip rosé in lavender-scented vineyards, explore medieval hilltop villages, and unwind on the sparkling Mediterranean coast.

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from $12,728

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Classic France: Paris, the Loire Valley, and Normandy

13 Day Itinerary

• Take a a bike tour of Versailles
• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Enjoy food tour in Loire Valley
• See the chateau de Chambord
• Visit Mont Saint Michel by e-bike
• Visit D-Day beaches in Normandy
• Taste Normady's local cuisine

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Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Easy Active

Take this 13-day trip through Paris, the Loire Valley, and Normandy to see the best of France. Visit iconic sites like the Eiffel Tower, the Seine, and the Louvre. Continue to the Loire Valley to explore fairy-tale châteaux, taste local wines, and visit historic villages. In Normandy, visit the D-Day landing beaches and Mont-Saint-Michel

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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Explore the village of Kinderdijk
• View the sites of Rüdesheim
• Discover the Speyer Cathedral
• Visit resplendent churches

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine, during this 8-day voyage. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From Amsterdam to Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

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Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Finesse

• Explore Chateau de Germolles
• Wander Roman Autun amphitheater
• Tour Beaune’s Maison Champy
• Visit Beaune’s Hotel-Dieu

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St-Julien-sur-Dheune / Chalon Sur Saone

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Set sail on a 7-day cruise aboard the Finesse through Southern Burgundy, starting in St-Julien-sur-Dheune and concluding in Chalon-sur-Saone. Enjoy guided tours of historic sites, premier vineyards, and biodynamic wine tastings while exploring the scenic Canal du Centre.

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Classic Cruise - Upper Loire & Western Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Renaissance

• Visit Château de la Bussière
• Cruise the aqueduct at River Loire
• Visit Gien
• Enjoy wine tasting

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Spa Relaxation

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Variable

Board the luxury hotel barge Renaissance and take a 7-day cruise through the rivers and canals of France. Cruise over Gustav Eiffel's famous aqueduct spanning the Loire River. Take some time to explore the beautiful village and canals of Montargis either on foot or bicycle.

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Classic Cruise – Champagne

7 Day Itinerary aboard Kir Royale

• Visit Chateau-Thierry battlefield
• Explore Belleau Wood cemetery
• Tour Ay's grand cru champagne house
• Discover Avize vineyards

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Chateau Thierry / Chalons en Champagne

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Experience a 7-day cruise from Chateau-Thierry to Chalons-en-Champagne aboard Kir Royale, featuring champagne tastings, World War I site visits, and gourmet dining along the scenic River Marne.

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Classic Cruise - Alsace & Lorraine

Nancy - Strasbourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Nouvelle Etoile

• Explore Nancy’s Place Stanislas
• Navigate the Vosges Mountains
• Discover Zorn Valley hills
• Visit Obernai’s fortified town

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Embark on a 7-day barge cruise from Nancy to Strasbourg on La Nouvelle Etoile, starting with a champagne welcome and visits to Nancy’s Baroque architecture and Chagall's stained-glass windows. Explore the Vosges Mountains, savor Alsace wines, and conclude with a guided tour of Strasbourg's cathedral and Folk Museum.

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Classic Cruise – Canal du Midi

Salleles d'Aude - Trebes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Enchanté

• Hunt truffles at Mas d’Antonin
• Stroll Narbonne’s market
• Taste wines at Chateau de Paraza
• Tour Carcassonne’s ramparts

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Sallèles d’Aude / Trèbes

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Experience a 7-day cruise on the Enchanté along the Canal du Midi, visiting sites like Narbonne’s Roman ruins, Chateau de Paraza, and the medieval village of Minerve. Conclude your journey in Trebes after exploring Carcassonne and enjoying truffle hunting and wine tastings.

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Explore Southwest France: Vineyards and History

10 Day Itinerary

• Taste Bordeaux's wine and cheese
• Enjoy wine tasting in Saint-Émilion
• Sail on a traditional pinasse
• Enjoy an onboard oyster tasting
• Take a stroll around Sarlat
• Visit Vézère Valley historic sites
• Visit cliffside village Rocamadour
• Taste iconic food of Toulouse

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Bordeaux / Toulouse

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Cooking Classes

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience a thrilling 10-day journey through France’s historic and culinary heart! Sip world-class wines in Bordeaux, sail Arcachon Bay in a traditional pinasse, and taste gourmet delights in Dordogne. Explore medieval Bonaguil, the stunning Lascaux caves, and the UNESCO-listed Vezere Valley. End in vibrant Toulouse with rich food, wine, and culture at every turn

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Best of Paris and Normandy

10 Day Itinerary

• Visit the famous Mont Saint Michel
• Visit le marché des Enfants Rouges
• Enjoy a bike tour in Versailles
• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Explore the history at Omaha Beach
• Savor local cheeses of Normandy

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Paris / Paris

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Easy Active

See the best of France during this 10-day trip through Paris and Normandy. Explore well-known locations such as the Louvre, the Seine, and the Eiffel Tower. Explore Normandy's historic Bayeux, sample local cheeses and wines, and see the D-Day landing beaches and Mont-Saint-Michel.

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from $6,250

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Classic Cruise – Burgundy

Auxerre - Chevroches - 7 Day Itinerary aboard L'Art de Vivre

• Explore Auxerre’s medieval center
• isit Vincelles’ Aubigny quarry
• Taste Cremant de Bourgogne
• Tour Chablis vineyards

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Auxerre / Chevroches

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Experience a 7-day cruise on the L'Art de Vivre, journeying through Burgundy from Auxerre to Chevroches. Enjoy private wine tastings, historic sites like Vezelay Basilica, and scenic excursions through vineyards and picturesque landscapes.

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