Top Europe Trips & Tours in May 2026

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Active & Discovery on the Danube (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression

• Vienna Ringstrasse Bike
• Belvedere Palace Tour
• Wachau Valley Vineyards
• Mauthausen Memorial Visit

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Budapest / Vilshofen

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Wine Tasting

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Explore the Danube on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Hike to Dracula’s Tower, bike Vienna’s Ringstrasse, and see Belvedere Palace. Experience Wachau Valley vineyards, Grein’s historic theater, Mauthausen Memorial, and Engelhartszell Abbey.

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The Blue Danube Discovery

Budapest to Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II

• Join a guided tour of Vienna
• Enjoy the flavors of Wachau Valley
• Explore the city of Passau
• See the architecture in Regensburg

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Budapest / Nuremberg

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Unravel the beauty of some of Europe’s timeless treasures on an 8-day cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II. From Budapest’s gilded landmarks and Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg and the medieval architecture of Nuremberg.

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Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages along the Douro

Roundtrip Porto - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Alegria

• Cruise the Douro River
• Guided tours to Braga and Guimaraes
• Explore Peso da Regua and Lamego
• Kayak through Douro Valley
• Conclude the trip in Porto

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Porto / Porto

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Embark on an 8-day Vida Portugal cruise aboard Avalon Alegria. Begin and end in Porto, visiting historic towns like Salamanca, Lamego, and Amarante. Explore UNESCO sites, vineyards, artisan markets, and ancient villages.

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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion

• Visit the Benedictine Abbey of Melk
• Tour Vienna's landmarks
• Hike to Bratislava Castle
• Guided tour in Budapest

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Hiking, Biking

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This 8-day river cruise aboard Avalon Passion begins in Vilshofen, Germany, and ends in Budapest, Hungary. Explore Passau, Linz, Melk, Dürnstein, Vienna, and Bratislava with guided tours, hikes, and biking options. Discover abbeys, castles, and city landmarks while sailing through scenic stretches of the Danube, including the Wachau Valley.

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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

Spain - Greece - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Cruise the Mediterranean Sea
• Explore standing stones on Menorca
• Taste Sicilian wine
• Swim at Kefalonia
• Explore Delphi and Corinth Canal

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Barcelona / Athens

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Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and local cuisine. Visit Menorca’s prehistoric stones, Bonifacio’s citadel, Sardinia’s artisan villages, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia’s waters, and explore Delphi.

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Portugal to Ireland: The History & Traditions of Europe

Lisbon - Dublin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse

• Experience Vigo and Santiago
• Visit Ferrol & Aviles old town
• Explore Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum
• Visit Bordeaux for UNESCO landmarks

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Lisbon / Dublin

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Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

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On this 12-day Portugal to Ireland cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse, explore five nations along the Atlantic Coast. Visit Lisbon, Vigo, Ferrol, Aviles, and Bilbao with its Guggenheim Museum. Continue to San Sebastian, Bordeaux’s vineyards, Concarneau’s walled town, the Isles of Scilly, and finish in Dublin.

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Italy and Croatia

Civitavecchia - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Explore Ponza’s colorful harbor
• Discover Amalfi’s grand Duomo
• Admire Lipari’s volcanic beauty
• Wander Taormina’s ancient lanes

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Civitavecchia / Venice

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Local Market Visits

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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Venice on the Star Clipper, exploring Italy and Croatia's hidden gems like Ponza and Otranto. Experience historic towns and local cuisine, and enjoy onboard relaxation and adventure across beautiful coastal seas.

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From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube (Port-to-port cruise)

Oltenita to Vienna - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi

• Visit Bucharest’s landmarks
• Join a guided tour in Constanta
• Tour Ruse Renaissance architecture
• Discover Belgrade’s vibrant culture

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Oltenita / Vienna

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Embark on a 12-day Danube River cruise aboard MS Vivaldi, starting in Romania and ending in Austria. Visit Constanta, Bucharest, Ruse, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Mohacs, Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. Experience guided city tours, folklore evenings, cultural excursions, and scenic cruising through the Iron Gates gorge.

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Beautiful Bordeaux

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Diamond

• Sail through Bordeaux’s waterways
• Tour the Monolithic Church
• Discover Medoc's vineyards
• See the fortified town of Cadillac

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Bordeaux / Bordeaux

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Join this 11-day journey through the Bordeaux region aboard the Scenic Diamond. Explore the stunning architecture and vibrant atmosphere of Bordeaux before cruising to Libourne and the medieval town of Saint-Emilion. Savor the region’s world-class wines and visit historic landmarks like the Monolithic Church.

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Magnificent Europe

17 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• Stroll Wertheim’s charming streets
• Explore Nuremberg’s imperial past
• Marvel at Cologne’s Gothic charm
• Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals

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Embark on a 17-day cruise aboard the MS Amastella, exploring three iconic rivers across five countries. Discover UNESCO World Heritage treasures like Cologne’s Cathedral, Würzburg Palace, and Melk Abbey, while enjoying fine wines, diverse cuisines, and scenic hikes and bike rides in Passau and Vienna.

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Captivating North Cape

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Skarsvag North Cape stop
• Explore Hammerfest's polar heritage
• Captain’s Choice Arctic navigation
• Explore Svalbard glaciers

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Tromso / Oslo

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Embark on a 9-day cruise beginning in Tromso and sail north aboard World Navigator through the Arctic waters of Norway. Visit Skarsvag, Hammerfest, Bear Island, and Svalbard. Experience dramatic fjords, glaciers, and rare wildlife, including puffins and polar bears.

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Highlands and Emerald Isles

London Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Join Edinburgh Castle exploration
• Visit Belfast Giant’s Causeway
• See Cornwall coastal charm
• Learn Scottish culture

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London / London

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Kayaking

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Set out from London on an 11-day British Isles cruise aboard World Navigator. Travel through England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Ireland. Explore Edinburgh Castle, the Giant’s Causeway, Dublin’s cultural treasures, and Cornwall’s seaside charm.

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Wilds of the High Arctic

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Discover Longyearbyen
• Explore Nybyen
• Visit Svalbard Museum
• Spot elusive wildlife

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Oslo / Oslo

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Wildlife Viewing

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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the World Navigator from Longyearbyen. Explore Svalbard's High Arctic, teeming with wildlife like polar bears, reindeer, and whales. Navigate stunning glaciers, spot walruses, and experience endless daylight under the Midnight Sun.

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Highlights of Albania and Northern Greece

9 Day Itinerary

• Explore Tirana's iconic landmarks
• Visit Ohrid's UNESCO Heritage Site
• Take a kayak in Lake Ohrid
• Discover Korça’s authentic culture
• Hike the Vikos Canyon
• Visit Zagoria in Northern Greece
• Walking tour of Gjirokastra trails
• Enjoy local culinary experiences

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Tirana / Tirana

Activities

Cooking Classes

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Moderate

Take a 9-day Albania Northern Greece tour through Tirana, Ohrid, Korça, Vikos Gorge, Zagoria villages, and Gjirokastra UNESCO. Kayak on Lake Ohrid, hike Vikos Gorge Northern Greece, enjoy local culture in Korça, and see Ottoman architecture in Gjirokastra. Ideal for an adventure holiday in the Balkans.

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Discover Albania

9 Day Itinerary

• Discover Albania's rich traditions
• Experience Ionian village life
• Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Try authentic dishes with locals
• Discover Durrës's history

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Tirana / Tirana

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Relaxed

Embark on a 9-day Albania cultural tour exploring UNESCO sites, local villages, and coastal towns. Connect with locals, cook traditional dishes, and uncover Albania’s rich history and artisan heritage on this immersive small group journey through the Balkans. Visit Berat, Gjirokastra, Butrint, Kruja, Tirana, Saranda

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Impressions of the Seine & Paris

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadante

• Explore onet’s gardens in Giverny
• Discover Château d’Ambleville
• Visit Château de Harcourt Arboretum
• Enjoy Normandy’s beaches

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Paris' Seine River / Paris

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Rendezvous in Paris, the world's most romantic city, before embarking on a 14-day voyage on the MS Amadante on the Seine. Admire the world-famous Eiffel Tower, marvel at Claude Monet's stunning gardens, tour Rouen's Notre Dame Cathedral, and explore the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.

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Spectacular South of France

Roundtrip Lyon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire

• Tour St. Rémy & St. Paul de Mausole
• Enjoy a concert at Palais des Papes
• Explore Château de Cormatin
• Explore Lyon

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Lyon / Lyon

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Join an 11-day Scenic Sapphire cruise from Lyon through Southern France, exploring the culinary delights and vineyards of Burgundy. Enjoy exclusive experiences like cooking classes, truffle hunting, and private concerts amidst historical sites.

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Captivating Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaviola

• Join a guided bike tour
• Visit Speyer
• Enjoy Parc de l’Orangerie
• Explore the Black Forest

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From Amsterdam’s colorful canals to the majestic Swiss Alps, enjoy a 14-day exploration of the Rhine Valley, starting with two days in Amsterdam followed by 7 nights aboard the MS Amaviola, and concluding with four nights in Switzerland between Lucerne and Zurich. Sample the local brews of beer and coffee with chances to hike and bike as well!

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