Top Europe Trips & Tours in September 2025

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A Cruise in Aquitaine : The Great Wines of Southern France

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Cyrano de Bergerac

• Admire Bordeaux heritage
• Explore the famous Médoc region
• Tour Blaye and its monuments
• Discover the Gironde and Garonne

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Bordeaux / Bordeaux

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Biking

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Join the MS Cyrano de Bergerac on this 6-day river cruise along along the Garonne and the Dordogne to discover the amazing cities in Bordeaux region.

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from $1,850

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The Romantic Rhine Valley and the Rock of Lorelei

Strasbourg Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Gérard Schmitter

• Explore the Stolzenfels Castle
• Visit the Bassenheimer Hof cellar
• Enjoy the views of Rüdesheim

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Get to know the scenic Rhine River on this 5-day river cruise aboard the MS Gerard Schmitter. From Strasbourg, France to Rudesheim, Germany and back, you'll see the Rock of Lorelei, visit vineyards and traditional cafes cellar, and see museums & neighborhoods like those of Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, and Speyer.

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from $2,044

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The Coastal Express – South

Kirkenes - Bergen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys

• Visit Hammerfest
• Pass through the Lofoten Islands
• Cross the Arctic Circle
• Tour Nidaros Cathedral

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Kirkenes / Bergen

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Whale Watching

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The 6-day Voyage South (Kirkenes – Bergen) aboard the MS Nordlys is great for those in search of incredible scenery, as it includes a daylight sailing through the idyllic, mountainous Vesterålen and Lofoten Islands, and past the Seven Sisters mountains & Torghatten. You'll also take a step back in time at the ancient Hammerfest & Nidaros Cathedral.

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from $112,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Italy

Venice - Mantua - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Bella Vita

• Admire Venice’s grand Basilica
• Visit Adria’s museum
• Tour Ferrara’s castle and cathedral
• Experience Mantua’s Ducal Palace

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Venice / Mantua

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Experience a 7-day private cruise on La Bella Vita, exploring northern Italy from Venice to Mantua, with guided tours of historic sites and art museums. Indulge in local cuisine, wine tastings, and stunning views of the Venetian Lagoon and Po River Valley.

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from $89,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

Fleurey-sur-Ouche - Escommes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard L’Impressionniste

• Experience Fleurey-sur-Ouche
• Enjoy Chateauneuf’s fortress
• Stroll Burgundy villages
• Taste Beaune wines

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Fleurey-sur-Ouche / Escommes

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Join a 7-day private cruise on the L’impressionniste along the Burgundy Canal, enjoying wine tastings, guided excursions, and local cuisine. Highlights include historic tours, cycling paths, and breathtaking countryside views from Chateauneuf-en-Auxois.

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from $84,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Scotland

Banavie - Muirtown - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Spirit of Scotland

• Explore Dalwhinnie Distillery
• Stroll scenic Loch Oich
• Pass beneath Urquhart Castle
• Admire iconic Eilean Donan Castle

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Banavie / Muirtown

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Experience a 7-day private cruise from Banavie to Muirtown on the Spirit of Scotland, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to Caledonian highlights like Dalwhinnie Distillery, Eilean Donan Castle, and Culloden Moor. Enjoy excursions with cultural landmarks, wildlife encounters, and whisky tastings along the scenic journey.

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from $78,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Finesse

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

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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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from $78,000

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Private Charter - 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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Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits

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Experience a 7-day private barge 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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from $52,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Burgundy

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

• Explore Auxerre’s medieval center
• Walk through Lucy-sur-Yonne village
• Experience Vezelay’s basilica
• Visit Chateau de Bazoches

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Auxerre / Chevroches

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Experience a 7-day private 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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from $52,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Canal du Midi

Marseillan - Le Somail - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Anjodi

• Explore Pezenas theatrical legacy
• Stroll medieval Carcassonne
• Sample wines at Chateau de Paraza
• Discover Roman Narbonne’s cathedral

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Marseillan / Canal du Midi

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Wildlife Viewing

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Variable

Join a 7-day private cruise from Marseillan to Le Somail on the Anjodi, exploring the Canal du Midi with visits to Carcassonne, Narbonne, and a private truffle hunt. Enjoy wine tasting at Chateau de Paraza and biking along the Canal de la Robine.

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from $13,230

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Corsican shores, under Sail Aboard Le Ponant

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant

• Visit Balagne and Cap Corse
• Visit Gulf of Ajaccio
• Discover the Gulf of Sant’Amanza
• Visit the Gulf of Roccapina

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Nice / Nice

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Scuba Diving, Snorkeling

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise along the Corsican coastline aboard Le Ponant, departing from Nice. Explore the northern terrain of Balagne and Cap Corse with historic citadels and unspoiled villages. Experience the Gulf of Sant’Amanza. Visit the Gulf of Roccapina and Domaine de Murtoli before returning to Nice.

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from $8,700

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Cruising Southern Spain and Portugal – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Lisbon - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Stroll Barcelona’s vibrant streets
• Explore Palma’s idyllic coves
• Discover Valencia’s architecture
• Visit Ronda’s dramatic landscapes

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Barcelona / Lisbon

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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring Spain and Portugal’s vibrant coasts from Barcelona to Lisbon. Highlights include Gaudi’s masterpieces in Barcelona, the Alhambra of Granada, and Lisbon’s UNESCO-listed Jeronimos Monastery, with stops in Mallorca, Malaga, Cadiz, and the Algarve’s stunning landscapes.

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from $13,384

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Sailing the Greek Isles

Piraeus - Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Explore sacred Delos ruins
• Visit Amorgos cliffside monastery
• Uncover Santorini Akrotiri ruins
• Visit Tinos pilgrimage church

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Athens / Piraeus

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Small Ship Sailing

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Sail the Greek Islands for 8 days aboard the Sea Cloud II, visiting Tinos, Amorgos, Santorini, Delos, and Sifnos with expert-led excursions. Explore historic sites, traditional villages, and ancient ruins while enjoying classic tall ship sailing and cultural insights along the way.

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from $13,065

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Longing for La Dolce Vita

Sicily - Italy - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud Spirit

• Visit Taormina
• Discover Palermo
• Explore Lipari
• Explore Amalfi

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Catania / Naples

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Embark on an 8-day "Longing for La Dolce Vita" cruise aboard the Sea Cloud Spirit. Begin in Taormina, a town known for its blend of cultures and varied cuisine. Explore Palermo and discover its historic palazzi and gold mosaics, then head to Lipari, an island with volcanic landscapes and a lively harbor town. The trip concludes in Amalfi.

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from $12,295

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Dreaming of Sicilian Sun

Malta to Malta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Explore Valletta's UNESCO heritage
• Sail amid Sicilian marvels
• Discover Palermo's historic charm
• Visit Lipari's volcanic shores
• Explore Taormina's elegant vistas
• Experience Mount Etna's grandeur
• Delve into Syracuse's history

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Valletta / Valletta

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Sail away on Sea Cloud II for an 8-day cruise and discover a historically significant site with ancient temple complexes and UNESCO World Heritage status. Walk Valletta's streets lined with golden facades, then explore Trapani's medieval town and Palermo's vibrant mix of Arab, Swabian, and Norman influences.

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from $7,730

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4th Opera Festival at Sea

Venice - Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Explore Rovinj
• Discover Hvar
• Visit Otranto
• Explore Taormina

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Venice / Valletta

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Embark on an 8-day cruise in Venice and end in Valletta aboard L'Austral, exploring Ionian and Adriatic treasures. Enjoy excursions and French lectures and visit Malta, Montenegro, Croatia, and Italy for the 4th Opera Festival.

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from $8,625

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Greek Isles Odyssey: Mythology, History and Cerulean Seas

Athens to Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Explore Delos’ sacred site
• Tour Akrotiri’s ruins
• Taste wines with experts
• Carve marble in Naxos

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Athens / Lavrion

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Hiking, Urban Exploration, Cooking Classes, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration, Kayaking

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Sail through the Greek Isles on an 8-day voyage aboard National Geographic Orion, featuring experts from Food & Wine magazine. Explore Delos, Milos, Naxos, and more with hands-on cultural experiences, wine tastings, and guided adventures through ancient ruins and island traditions.

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from $9,490

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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest

Munich - Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Explore the Danube River
• Visit UNESCO heritage sites
• Explore Central Europe
• Learn about the history of Europe

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Munich / Budapest

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Join this 10-day Danube Explorer & Budapest Highlights Cruise on Emerald Luna. Discover five countries and UNESCO sites, experiencing central Europe's essence. Immerse in local encounters, traditions, and cuisine. Uncover history, landmarks, and culture along the Danube's banks.

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