Europe Urban Exploration Tours

Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.

Enjoy two days in Amsterdam, then embark on the MS Amalucia for an 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, Switzerland, exploring the fascinating towns of Cologne, Rudesheim, Strasbourg, and Breisach along the Rhine River.

Embark on a 13-day cruise through eastern Canada aboard Seabourn Ovation. Sail the St. Lawrence River, visiting Havre-Saint-Pierre, L’Anse aux Meadows, St. John’s, Saguenay, and remote islands. Explore Viking history, fjords, fishing villages, and French-influenced ports.

Enjoy a 6-day Douro Valley cruise aboard MS Miguel Torga, sailing round-trip from Porto through the stunning Douro Valley to Salamanca. Discover Porto’s charm, Mateus Palace, the Port Wine Route, and Salamanca’s cultural treasures.

Embark on a 6-day Porto and Douro Valley cruise aboard MS Gil Eanes. Explore Lamego’s heritage, visit Porto’s tram museum, see Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, and walk through Afurada’s streets while experiencing local culture along Portugal’s waterways.

Be part of a 6-day cruise along the stunning Douro Valley aboard MS Miguel Torga. Discover Porto, Lamego, Guimarães, and charming Afurada, while enjoying cultural experiences like a traditional folk evening on board.

Cruise the Romantic Rhine this Christmas on a 4-day journey aboard MS Monet. Discover Strasbourg’s festive market, visit Rüdesheim and Mainz, and celebrate Christmas Eve with optional Midnight Mass in Boppard.

Experience springtime in the Netherlands on a 5-day MS Monet cruise from Antwerp to Amsterdam, exploring historic cities and scenic canals. Enjoy optional visits to Keukenhof Gardens, Volendam, and Zaanse Schans for a true Dutch adventure.

Sail from Amsterdam to Antwerp on a 5-Day Springtime in Holland Cruise aboard MS Monet. Discover Holland’s tulips, windmills, and traditions as you explore Keukenhof Gardens, UNESCO-listed canals, and charming villages like Volendam and Zaanse Schans.

Embark on a 15-day Grand France Southbound cruise from Paris to Arles aboard the Avalon Tapestry II. Sail the Seine, Saône, and Rhône rivers, exploring the historic Normandy landing beaches, the romantic streets of Paris, the medieval architecture of Lyon, and the Roman ruins of Arles. Enjoy authentic food, wine, and stunning river views.

Embark on an 8-day Avalon Imagery II river cruise through Holland and Belgium. Start in Amsterdam with Keukenhof Gardens before exploring Nijmegen, Maastricht, Namur, Liège, Antwerp, and Brussels, experiencing history, culture, and local flavors at every port.

Discover Belgium and Holland on an 8-day Avalon Imagery II cruise from Brussels to Amsterdam. Visit Ghent’s medieval treasures, Bruges’ canals, Middelburg’s spice-trade heritage, charming Veere, Rotterdam’s skyline, Zaandam, and Haarlem, before exploring Amsterdam’s canals, bike paths, and historic streets.