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European Tours in Autumn

Skip the summer heat and the crowds and instead enjoy the golden foliage and milder weather of autumn.

One of the main draws of autumn in Europe is the stunning display of foliage, where landscapes transform into a kaleidoscope of vibrant reds, oranges and yellows. And, along with colour, Autumn brings cooler temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor exploration without the scorching heat - the perfect weather for a walking tour. With the summer season over, destinations feel quieter and more relaxed, offering a more authentic look into local life. Attractions and historic landmarks - like the Venice canals, the Eiffel Tower and the Acropolis - are quieter too, creating a more intimate experience as you explore iconic sites.

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Narrow street in Mijas tourist town of the white villages in Andalusia, Spain
View on Alhambra at sunset with distant mountains in the background, Spain
Village Ronda sitting on rocky clifftops and Puente Nuevo, a bridge in Ronda in Andalusia, Spain.
Plaza de España canal plaza in Seville, Spain.

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Classical Spain: Seville, Córdoba & Granada

  • Spain
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Bed & breakfast
  • 7 included experiences
  • Tapas in Seville
  • Visit to Alhambra
  • Visit to Córdoba
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Gondola on Canal Grande with Rialto Bridge at sunset in Venice, Italy

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Lake Garda, Venice and Verona

  • Italy
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Breakfast & dinner
  • 5 included experiences
  • Tours of Venice & Verona
  • Visit to Lake Garda
  • Tour of the Dolomites
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Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Amalfi Coast from Villa Rufolo gardens in Ravello, Campania, Italy
Positano on Amalfi coast with blurred flowers on foreground in Campania, Italy
Ruins of Pompeii and a distant view of  Mount Vesuvius volcano in Italy

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Pompeii, Capri and the Bay of Naples

  • Italy
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Breakfast & dinner
  • 6 included experiences
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Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability

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The Rozenhoedkaai canal and Belfort tower at twilight in Bruges

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Bruges Tour

  • Belgium
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Rail included
  • Bed & breakfast
  • 3 included experiences
Plan ahead, save 10% on 2027 & 2028 holidays.
Plan ahead, save 10% on 2027 & 2028 holidays.
Krakow City with ancient architecture buildings in Poland
Black and white image of Auschwitz concentration camp gate, Poland

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Krakow

  • Poland
  • 4* hotel
  • Flights included
  • Bed & breakfast
  • 2 included experiences
Plan ahead, save 10% on 2027 & 2028 holidays.
Plan ahead, save 10% on 2027 & 2028 holidays.
Taormina theatre columns with snowy Mount Etna in the distance in Taormina, Italy
Fallen Statue of Icarus and Temple of Concordia, Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy
Coast of Ortigia island at the city of Syracuse in Sicily, Italy

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Sicily Tour

  • Italy, Sicily
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast and dinner, plus 1 light lunch
  • 7 included experiences
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
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

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Lake Como, St Moritz and the Bernina Express

  • Italy, Switzerland
  • 3* hotel
  • Flights included
  • Half Board
  • 7 included experiences (9 in 2027)
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Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Isola Bella island and Lake Maggiore with statue and garden in Italy
View of the Great Matterhorn mountain in the Alps between Italy and Switzerland

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Lake Maggiore, Orta and the Matterhorn

  • Italy, Switzerland
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Half Board (except 1 hotel)
  • 7 included experiences
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Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Traditional colourful eyed boats Luzzu at harbour in Marsaxlokk, Malta
Shot of The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux ontop of a hill on a sunny blue skied day
View of Saint Julian, Malta
The Blue Grotto, Malta

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Malta Uncovered

  • Malta
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Half Board
  • 10 included experiences
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Beautiful beach coast of Sardinia in Italy

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Sardinia: Alghero, Costa Smeralda and Corsica

  • Italy
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast & 4 dinners
  • 8 included experiences
  • Guided tour of Alghero
  • Sardinian dinner at a agriturismo
  • Tour of Costa Smeralda's coastal villages
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Colosseum in Rome lit by morning sunlight, Italy
Aerial scenic view of Siena town and historical houses in Tuscany, Ialy
The Brunelleschi Dome with the Tuscany Mountains in the background, Italy
The beautiful Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi located in the town of Assisi, Italy. Photo contains a Tuscan hillside view in the background and a bright blue sky with pretty cloud formations.
The wonderful medieval city of Siena in Tuscany region, italy
  • Italy
  • 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Bed & Breakfast with dinner on night 5
  • 7 included experiences
  • Guided tour of Rome
  • Guided tour of Florence
  • Visit to Uffizi Gallery
Plan ahead, save 10% on 2027 & 2028 holidays.
Plan ahead, save 10% on 2027 & 2028 holidays.
Aerial view of Nafplio city from Palamidi castle in Nafplio, Greece
Parthenon former temple in Athens, Greece
View of port with colourful boats on Hydra island in Saronic, Greece
The ancient amphitheatre of Epidaurus in Peloponnese, Greece
Skyline of Athens with Monastiraki square and Acropolis hill in Athens, Greece

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Classic Greece

  • Greece
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Daily breakfast & 2 dinners
  • 7 included experiences
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
Save £200pp this Autumn on select dates | Limited availability
More about Europe in Autmun

Autumn is also harvest season in Europe. You can savour an abundance of fresh produce and local delicacies in gastronomy capitals like Bologna - home of fine French food. Experience the grape harvest in Bordeaux and Saint-Émilion and try a glass (or three) of the world-renowned local wines or sample seasonal treats like pumpkin soup in Germany or truffles in Italy. There's so much choice for foodies!

Whatever European adventure you choose, you can relax knowing you'll get unbeatable value. Expertly crafted itineraries (made by our expert explorers), insightful excursions with local guides, hand-picked accommodation in the best locations, direct flights from your local airport at no extra cost, transfers and the services of a wonderful Riviera Tour Manager who’ll look after you throughout - it's all included in the price. 

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Botanical gardens of Villa Monastero with Oleander flowers at Lake Como, Italy

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