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At Riviera Travel, we do the hard work to deliver adventures effortlessly and our magnificent European escorted tours collection spans the breadth of this diverse continent.

Europe is such a beautifully diverse continent. It is the birthplace of some of history’s best-known and loved writers, composers, philosophers and artists; its architecture is a rich tapestry that tells of the ebbs and flows of power of empires over the centuries; that's before you even consider the culinary scenes, which vary wildly depending on which region you visit, let alone which country!  

Whether you’re a history buff or fervent foodie, Europe has something to offer. You can be sipping pale pink rosé in a vineyard in Provence one second, discovering the natural beauty of the Italian Lakes on a walking holiday the next, then hopping over to Greece to learn about ancient history, or Germany for a city break to delve into more recent history. 

And if you want to take your holiday to the next level, consider choosing a Signature tour option. Many of our European tours give you the choice between Classic Tours or Signature Tours, which have smaller groups of up to 25 people with additional Signature experiences. 

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Unbeatable value, which always includes

  • Direct flights from 14 UK airports with no regional supplements & transfers
  • Hand-picked hotels in the best locations
  • Insightful excursions & visits with local guides
  • New smaller group sizes for 2025 & 2026
  • Breakfast each morning, plus select other meals
  • Expert Tour Manager looking after you throughout
  • Free time to explore at your own pace
  • Checked luggage
  • All additional taxes
  • 24/7 support from our UK-based team

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Italian Lakes

Italy may be famous for its postcard-worthy cities, filled to the brim with ancient architecture and world-famous art, but those in the know will never overlook the Italian countryside, particularly the Italian Lakes.

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European City Breaks

Explore some of Europe's most iconic cities on a short 4-5 day city break

On our city breaks all the planning is done for you, including handpicking hotels, organising overseas transfers and planning insightful guided tours and free time to explore

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Scandinavia & Nordics

Known for their breathtaking natural surroundings and endless summers nights, take a different trip this year to the north of Europe

Explore Norway, Sweden, Denmark or Finland on escorted tours that offer unbeatable value for money.

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Landscape of Alhambra in Granada in Spain amid a beautiful green hilltop and blue skies

Spain

Take a trip on some of our bestselling tours across Spain

A magical fusion of heritage and history, culture and cuisine, it’s no surprise that we keep returning to Spain.

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France

Our collection of tours in France features its most remarkable sights, cities, and regions.

Strolling along the Champs-Élysées, admiring the view from the Eiffel Tower, or discovering the lavender fields of Provence - France is a magical and unforgettable holiday destination.

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Street view of beautiful buildings and cafes in Rouen Old Town, Normandy, France
Statues along the side of the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Rouen in Paris

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Highlights of Normandy: Monet’s Garden, Rouen and Honfleur

  • France
  • 4* hotel
  • Rail included
  • Bed & breakfast
  • 5 included experiences
  • Visit Arromanches and the D-Day beaches
  • Tour the medieval city of Rouen
  • Visit Claude Monte's house and gardens
Group of European greater flamingos walking in shallow water of a swamp

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Highlights of Provence

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  • France
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Rail included
  • Daily breakfast & 2 local restaurant dinners
  • 12 included experiences
Panorama of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey
Celsus library in the Roman ruins of Ephesus during sunrise in Turkey

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Istanbul, Ephesus and Troy

  • Turkey
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast & 3 dinners
  • 11 included experiences
  • Visit Hagia Sophia
  • Tour the Topkapi Palace
  • See the remains of Homer's Troy
View of Villa del Balbianello building from Lake Como in Italy
Isola Bella Lake Maggiore
The Villa del Balbianello and gardens overlooking Lake Como, Italy
A red train in motion curved along the Brusio Spiral Viaduct on the Bernina Railway
Sunset at Lake Lugano from wooden jetty in Switzerland

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Lake Como, St Moritz and the Bernina Express

  • Italy, Switzerland
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Half Board
  • 7 included experiences
View of St. Wolfgang waterfront
Salzburg skyline with river Salzach in springtime, Austria

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Lakes and Mountains of Austria

  • Austria
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast & 4 dinners
  • 7 included experiences
  • Tour of Salzburg
  • Tour of Hellbrunn Palace
  • See the Austria Lake District
Colourful buildings along the cliffside of Cinque Terre over the Mediterranean sea
A low ground shot of the leaning tower of Pisa and the Campo dei Miracoli building, Italy
View of Porto Venere harbour, Italy
Aerial view of the Portofino Village on the Ligurian Coast of Italy

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Lucca, Portofino & the Cinque Terre

  • Italy
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast & 3 dinners
  • 7 included experiences
Village nestles between the copse covered mountains, Curral das Freiras
Overlook of Monte Palace Tropical Gardens
Tropical Botanical Gardens in Funchal town, Madeira island
Ocean view of the Veil Of The Bride Waterfall Porto Moniz, Madeira

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Madeira, the Pearl of the Atlantic

  • Madeira, Portugal
  • 4* hotel
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast & 7 dinners
  • 9 included experiences
The Almudena cathedral during sunset in Madrid, Spain
View of Toledo town from the Tagus river in Toledo, Spain
King Philip III statue at Plaza Mayor in Madrid, Spain

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Madrid, Salamanca and Toledo

  • Spain
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast
  • 5 included experiences

Signature Small Group Tours

Enjoy the more exclusive atmosphere of travelling in a small group of 25 or fewer guests, and enjoy enhanced experiences added to your tour.

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Aerial view from Asinelli tower in Bologna, Italy

City Breaks

On a city break with Riviera Travel, every detail is planned for you, from your return Eurostar or flights to the accommodation, transfers and daily itinerary.

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Walking Holidays

Our Walk & Discover holidays are a blend of the classic Riviera Travel tours, thoughtfully balanced with inspiring walks accompanied by specialist guides.

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We’re on hand before and during your holiday. If anything were to go awry during your travels, you can call our emergency number at any point.

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Book early confident in the knowledge it will be our lowest price. In the very rare event we do reduce the price after you've booked, we'll automatically send you a Future Travel Voucher for the difference in value, plus an extra 25%

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You’re always protected by our Happiness Guarantee; if you’re not happy by day two of your holiday, we’ll bring you home with a full refund.

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You cannot find the same quality experience for less with a competitor – and if you do, we’ll match the price.

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Early morning shot of a Tuscany wineyard

The Ultimate European Bucket List

Inspiration and ideas for the ultimate Europe bucket list – where to go, what to see and amazing experiences.

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Julian Alps and Lake Bled with St. Marys Church on small island in Slovenia, Europe

The Best Italian Lakes to Visit

Set among breath-taking scenery and fringed with charming towns, Italian lakes are some of the most beautiful areas of Italy.

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Salamanca Cathedral reflected on Tormes River during sunset in Salamanca, Spain

10 Famous European Cathedrals

Discover some of Europe’s most famous cathedrals and basilicas in cities such as Barcelona, Cologne and Seville.

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