Top Europe Trips & Tours in May 2026

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Lyon & Provence

Avignon to Lyon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Explore Avignon
• Experience Arles' vibrant city
• Visit Viviers’ Old Town
• Discover Beaujolais

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Avignon / Lyon

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Join this 8-day expedition and tour lands of fine wine & cuisine from Avignon to Lyon aboard Viking River Cruises. Explore Avignon’s Palace of the Popes and excite your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy.

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from $10,399

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Portraits of Eastern Europe

Prague to Bucharest - 19 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice

• Walk through Regensburg city
• Visit to the Spitz’ Shipping Museum
• Tour to the Vienna Opera House.
• See the Artstetten Castle in a tour

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Prague / Bucharest

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Embark on a 19-day Portraits of Eastern Europe Cruise from Prague to Bucharest aboard S.S. Beatrice. Begin in Budapest and journey through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Discover historical landmarks, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant local cultures as you explore captivating cities like Belgrade, Vukovar, and Bucharest.

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from $10,855

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Swiss Mountains with Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Lausanne - Marseille - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Explore Lausanne’s historic center
• Tour Lyon’s basilica
• Taste Beaujolais reds in Macon
• Stroll Tournon’s riverside castle

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Lyon / Marseille

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Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration, Hiking, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

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Explore Switzerland and Southern France on a 12-day river cruise from Lausanne to Arles aboard the Emerald Liberte, featuring guided tours, wine tasting, and local experiences. Enjoy unique activities like biking in Lyon and a Provencal dinner by Chef Fabien Morreale while discovering stunning landscapes and rich culture.

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from $16,990

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Unforgettable Douro

Roundtrip Porto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Azure

• Explore Porto’s historic center
• Admire Gaia’s dynamic skyline
• Wander Guimaraes’ medieval streets
• Visit Regua’s museum

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Porto / Porto

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Join an 11-day cruise on the Scenic Azure along Portugal's Douro River, exploring charming towns steeped in tradition and savoring local cuisine. Discover key sites like Vega de Terron and historic Lamego, known for port wine, while enjoying stunning valley views and relaxing moments.

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from $11,590

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Bordeaux Affair

Roundtrip Bordeaux - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Diamond

• Explore Bordeaux’s Old Town
• Tour Saint-Emilion’s medieval lanes
• Taste Grand Cru wines
• Walk Blaye’s Citadel

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Bordeaux / Bordeaux

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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the Scenic Diamond through the Bordeaux region, exploring its rich history and culinary delights. Visit renowned wine areas like Saint-Emilion and Medoc and enjoy local gastronomy and culture.

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Svalbard: North to the Midnight Sun

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Explore Northeast Svalbard
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Visit Ny-Ålesund station
• Explore Longyearbyen

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Citizen Science, Photography Seminars

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Sail through this 8-day breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard, from Longyearbyen to the icy edge of the North Pole aboard Ocean Albatros. Encounter glaciers, walruses, seabirds, and polar bears while uncovering the region’s rich exploration history.

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Portugal's River of Gold

Lisbon-Porto - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Tour the Jerónimos Monastery
• Visit Vila Real's Mateus Palace
• Explore Castelo Rodrigo
• Enjoy Salamanca, Spain

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Lisbon / Salamanca

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Discover Lisbon's rebirth through its newest galleries and cafés on this Portugal cruise from Lisbon to Porto aboard Viking River Cruises. This 10-day tour includes a hotel stay in Lisbon and the added bonus of a visit to Spain. Enjoy stops in stunning ports of Porto, Régua & Pinhão, Douro, and Salamanca.

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from $37,540

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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Discover the Nordaustlandet
• Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
• Sail through Hinlopen Strait
• Watch the arctic wildlife

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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

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Skiing

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Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day cruise exploring the north-east of Greenland, inaccessible to traditional ships in early summer, before cruising to Svalbard and its untouched landscapes.

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from $9,590

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Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Lyon - Marseille - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Explore Lyon
• Discover Chalon-sur-Saône
• Experience Tournon
• Uncover the rich history of Arles

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Lyon / Marseille

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Sail from Marseille to Lyon for another fun and exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhone and Saone Rivers. Emerald Liberté offers comfortable accommodations before exploring different cities.

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from $4,121

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Indulge in Art, Heritage, and Flavors on a Cruise along Belgian Canals

Halle - Ghent - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Raymonde

• Tour Brussels’ Grand-Place
• Explore the "Belgian Versailles"
• See Bruges canals & medieval street
• Taste wine at Chant dEole vineyard

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Oudenaarde / Ghent

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Discover the heart of Belgium on a 7-day river cruise from Halle to Ghent aboard the MS Raymonde. Step into Brussels to explore iconic landmarks and indulge in Belgian chocolate. Witness incredible engineering at the Ronquières Inclined Plane and the Strépy-Thieu boat lift. Tour Mons, known for its vibrant culture and food scene.

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Norway, Sweden and Denmark: Nordic Flavors and Scenic Landscapes

Edinburgh to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Spot dolphins on River Spey
• Kayak Sweden’s marine park
• Taste fresh Nordic cuisine
• Tour Zealand’s castles, villages

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Edinburgh / Copenhagen

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Urban Exploration

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Discover Moray Firth in Scotland, Mandal in Norway, Kosterhavet National Park in Sweden, and North Zealand in Denmark on an 8-day Scandinavia cruise from Edinburgh to Copenhagen on National Geographic Endurance. Enjoy Nordic flavors, coastal scenery, kayaking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and cultural experiences across Scotland and Nordic countries.

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from $26,490

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Inuit Spring of Ammassalik

Reykjavík - Reykjavík - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Meet the Inuit people
• Join the dog sled activity
• Sail to eastern coast of Greenland
• Explore Ammassalik

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Embark on this 11-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, exploring the hypnotic and icy landscapes of the Ammassalik and Blosseville regions.

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from $36,680

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Northeast Greenland's Unexplored Sea Ice

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Discover Blosseville
• Cross Denmark Strait
• Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
• Watch the arctic wildlife

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Fishing

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This 15-day cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore Greenland's northeast coast, one of the most remote regions in the Far North. Take the time to explore the coasts of Blosseville, Ittoqqortoormiit, and Greenland's northeast.

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Paris to the Swiss Alps

Paris - Zurich - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Tour Trier, Germany's wine region
• Discover Reims Cathedral
• Stroll Cochem's medieval town
• Enjoy a scenic Zurich lake cruise

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Paris / Paris

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Biking

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Join Viking cruises on this fascinating 12-day French, German, and Swiss river cruise exploration, along with hotel stays in Paris and Zurich. Explore picturesque towns, iconic landmarks, historic sites, and wine countries.

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from $4,449

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Rhine & Moselle Splendors - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Explore historical Trier
• Discover the Reichsburg Castle
• Visit Rüdesheim on a gondola ride
• Enjoy the beautiful Neckar Valley

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Starting in the tiny country of Luxembourg, this 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amaprima takes you through Germany, France, and Switzerland along the scenic Rhine River. The towns of Strasbourg, Cochem, Riquewihr, and Basel delight with their baroque style and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Make sure to enjoy the locally produced wines and beers too!

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from $7,879

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Rhine & Moselle Splendors

Paris - Zurich - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Walk through the glamorous Paris
• Discover historical Luxembourg
• View the famous Porta Nigra gate
• Visit Heidelberg medieval city

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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the MS Amaprima, with 2 nights in Lucerne and Zurich. Cruise the enchanting Rhine and Moselle, visiting fairytale villages like Cochem and Bernkastel, and exploring cultural treasures in Trier and Strasbourg.

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from $7,359

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Captivating Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Join a bike ride along the Rhine
• Taste Rüdesheimer Coffee
• Discover Heidelberg Castle
• Explore the Black Forest

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Enjoy a 14-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena! From Amsterdam to Basel, journey into the heart of the destinations you visit. Then enjoy two days in Lucerne and two days in Zurich. Along the way, you can bike ride along the Rhine, taste Rüdesheimer Coffee, discover Heidelberg Castle, and explore the Black Forest.

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from $6,989

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Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Explore the Rhine River
• Admire vibrant Amsterdam
• Visit a local tavern in Cologne
• Tour the stunning city of Paris

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Amsterdam / Paris

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On this 13-day cruise aboard MS Amaprima, embark in Amsterdam en route to cosmopolitan Paris. Along the way, admire vineyards and picturesque Rhine castles on your way to charming Rüdesheim. Continue to historic Koblenz and cruise through the world’s steepest vineyards along the Moselle River Valley to quaint Cochem and Bernkastel.

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