Top Europe Trips & Tours in October 2026

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Romantic Rhine (Northbound)

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View

• Black Forest excursion
• Strasbourg cathedral visit
• Heidelberg castle tour
• Rhine Gorge sailing

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Hiking

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Set sail on an 8-day Rhine River cruise, traveling from Basel to Amsterdam aboard Avalon View. Explore Germany’s Black Forest, Strasbourg’s Gothic cathedral, and Heidelberg Castle. Walk through Mainz, sail the Rhine Gorge past ancient castles, and visit Cologne’s cathedral before ending among Amsterdam’s canals.

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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View

• Guided walking tour in Amsterdam
• See Cologne’s twin-steepled Gothic
• Sail along Rhine Gorge
• Discover Strasbourg’s Iconic Sights

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Wine Tasting, Biking, Village Visits, Urban Exploration

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Variable

Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel aboard Avalon View. Explore Amsterdam canals, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, the Black Forest, and Basel’s city center. Optional guided excursions are available throughout the journey.

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Danube Dreams (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression

• Explore Budapest’s Heroes Square
• Walk Bratislava’s Old Town
• Marvel at Melk Abbey
• See Passau’s three rivers

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Budapest / Vilshofen

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Archaeological Site Visits

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Variable

Experience an 8-day Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Budapest’s grand landmarks, Bratislava’s Old Town, Vienna’s imperial treasures, and the Wachau Valley’s vineyards and abbeys. Explore Linz, Salzburg, or Cesky Krumlov, and witness Passau where three rivers meet, before ending in charming Vilshofen.

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The Legendary Danube

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II

• Explore medieval architecture
• Stroll Vienna’s imperial landmarks
• Enjoy the tour of Roth
• See the city of Budapest

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Nuremberg / Budapest

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Variable

Sail from Nuremberg to Budapest on an 8-day Danube River cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II, visiting Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Melk, and Vienna. Explore medieval landmarks, imperial palaces, scenic valleys, and vibrant cultural treasures along the way.

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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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Variable

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 Symphony (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression

• Explore Linz historic sites
• Cruise scenic Wachau Valley
• Stroll Bratislava Old Town
• Taste Wachau Valley wines

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Board Avalon Expression for an 8-day Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary. Visit Linz, Vienna, and Bratislava, sail through the Wachau Valley, and enjoy optional experiences such as a Linzer Torte cooking class, wine tasting, or a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace before ending in Budapest.

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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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Variable

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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Eastern Europe & Balkans Unveiled with Transylvania & Budapest

Budapest - Bucharest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal

• Cruise along the Danube River
• Taste Villany’s bold red wines
• Visit Kalemegdan Fortress
• Explore Buda’s Varkert Bazar
• Discover Budapest’s thermal baths

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Budapest / Bucharest

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Cruise through Eastern Europe aboard Scenic Crystal. Explore Budapest, Mohacs, Osijek, Belgrade, Iron Gates, Rousse, Silistra, and Bucharest. Enjoy guided tours, unique cultural experiences, and scenic river views. A perfect blend of history, nature, and adventure across 15 days.

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Whales and Northern Lights in Northern Norway

Roundtrip Alta - 7 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm

• Explore Alta’s Arctic charm
• Navigate Norway’s icy fjords
• Spot whales in Stjernoya
• Witness Aurora Borealis in Alta

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Alta / Alta

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Whale Watching, Northern Lights

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Take a 7-day cruise aboard the M/S Stockholm and experience Norway's stunning natural beauty. Enjoy the sparkling ice formations, snow-capped mountains, fjord ice, and maybe even spot orcas, humpback whales, and the Northern Lights.

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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, Local Market Visits, Kayaking

Activity Level

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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Highlights of Normandy & The Seine

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Gem

• Explore Paris’ iconic landmarks
• Wander Conflans’ medieval streets
• Admire Chantilly’s grand chateau
• Discover Rouen’s medieval past

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Paris / Paris

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Variable

Experience an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Paris on the Scenic Gem, exploring Normandy's rich heritage. Visit historic sites, enjoy local delicacies, and attend an exclusive classical concert at Chateau de La Roche Guyon along the scenic Seine River.

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Grand Voyage: Malta, Balearics & Spain

Malta - Las Palmas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Explore Valletta’s historic charm
• Discover Gozo’s serene beauty
• Sail Cagliari’s medieval coast
• Wander Palma’s Gothic streets

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Valletta / Las Palmas

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Set sail on a 20-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer, exploring UNESCO-listed Valletta, Gozo’s myths, and scenic Mediterranean gems. Highlights include Gothic Palma, Cartagena’s ruins, and Tenerife’s towering Mount Teide.

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