Escorted Tours & Guided Tour Holidays

If you are seeking seamless exploration and adventure, Riviera Travel’s escorted tours are made for curious wanderers.

With hand-picked hotels and expert local guides who know the ins and outs of a destination, you couldn’t be in safer hands. We’ve got an array of escorted tours to take you across the globe, from Australia to Austria and everywhere in between. Not a fan of flying? Our rail-only European tours are perfect for the “I’d rather keep my feet on the ground” kind of person, or those who are conscious of their carbon footprint.

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10% off Worldwide Tours in 2027

Our 2027 worldwide tours are now on sale with every itinerary crafted for the incurably curious. Book now and save 10% with our early booking offer.

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Save up to £750pp on select 2026 worldwide tours

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New Small Group Signature Tours for 2026

Discover our new enhanced Signature tours for 2026, with destinations like Provence and Pompeii. Explore hidden gems and enjoy unforgettable moments.

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Our European Favourites

New to touring? We’ve hand-picked our top European tours just for you. Extraordinary destinations at unbeatable value.

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Where Our Escorted Tours Can Take You

Whether you're looking to indulge all of the senses on a foodie trip to Italy, delve into the past with a visit to the ancient temples of Japan, say g'day to koalas in Australia or wake with the sunrise on an African safari, explore holiday tours that have something to suit everyone.

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Bamboo Forest. Asian woman wearing japanese traditional kimono at Bamboo Forest in Kyoto, Japan.

Tours to Japan

Discover the best of Japan's stunning temples and shrines, fast-paced cities, incredible cuisine and outstanding natural beauty.

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Exterior of Hawa Mahal palace, The Palace of the Winds in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Tours to India

Bringing together a unique blend of sights, sounds and spirituality, India has a distinctive flavour that flows through every experience you encounter.

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Tours to South Korea

Explore historic palaces, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities in a small group tour led by expert guides.

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Morning view of Amalfi cityscape on coast line of the Mediterranean sea, Italy

Tours to Italy

Whether you're exploring the Italian lakes or drifting along the Grand Canal, sightseeing holidays in Italy always involve unforgettable experiences.

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The bordering walls of the Plaza de Espana in Seville, Spain

Tours to Spain

Whether you chose to visit the vibrant cities, or the sun-kissed countryside, your escorted holiday in Spain will be as varied and rich as the country itself.

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Tours to France

France is the world’s number one tourist destination. It’s the perfect mix of culture, beauty, and history, with many attractions and destinations to explore.

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Tours to Portugal

Famed for its food, football, and favourite tipple, Portugal is a country of great variety and beauty.

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Tours to South Africa

An incredibly varied climate home to some of the planet’s most amazing wildlife awaits you in South Africa – referred to by its inhabitants as “a world in one country”.

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Statue of queen Hatshepsut in Luxor, Egypt.

Egypt River Cruises

Uncover one of the planet's oldest civilisations, see the Great Pyramids of Giza, ancient temples and lesser-known gems on a river cruise along the Nile.

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The Hassan II Mosque surrounded by the sea in Casablanca, Morocco

Tours to Morocco

Sightseeing holidays to Morocco include a range of iconic sights, none more spectacular than the Atlas Mountains – North Africa’s most imposing mountain range.

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Tours to Canada

Canada possesses one of the most diverse natural landscapes in the world. Sprawling with wilderness wilderness and imposing mountainous backdrops, it is a wonderful place to explore on an escorted tour holiday.

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Close-up of the Statue of Liberty against a blue sky in New York

Tours to the USA

The United States of America is awe-inspiring on a whole other scale. Each state will entice you with its own unique personality.

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Tours to South America

From the majestic and ancient Machu Picchu in Peru to the thriving culinary scene in Buenos Aires in Argentina, holidays to South America offer a diverse range of natural wonders.

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Bright blue water infront of the New Zealand National Park, Mt Cook

Tours to New Zealand

Your escorted tour to New Zealand - the “land of the long white cloud” - will take you through an ever-changing array of wonderful, breathtaking landscapes.

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Kangaroo warning sign in the outback, Australia

Tours to Australia

Discover our tour holidays to Australia to experience beautiful beaches, bustling cities, endless sunshine and a laid-back lifestyle.

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Book with confidence

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.

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%

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.

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

No matter what, your money is safe and secure and fully protected by ABTA and ATOL.

Types of Escorted Tour

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Grand Tours

Spend longer exploring the world. Be inspired by the golden age of travel on an epic grand tour across Europe or worldwide. Explore the world with Riviera.

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Signature Small Group Tours

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

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Solo Holidays

Solo holiday tours are ideal if you prefer travelling alone or like your own space with the option to mingle with likeminded people.

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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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A herd of African elephants charging in Ethosa National Park Namibia

Wildlife and Safari Tours

Calling all animal lovers! You can spot incredible wildlife - from elephants to giant tortoises - in their natural habitat on these epic adventures.

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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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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.

Spain
3* / 4* hotels
Flights included
Bed & breakfast
7 included experiences
Tapas in Seville
Visit to Alhambra
Visit to Córdoba

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

Italy, Sicily
4* hotels
Flights included
Daily breakfast and dinner, plus 1 light lunch
6 included experiences

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

Shot of The Xara Palace Relais & Chateaux ontop of a hill on a sunny blue skied day

Traditional colourful eyed boats Luzzu at harbour in Marsaxlokk, Malta

Malta
4* hotels
Flights included
Half Board
10 included experiences

Brightly coloured houses in the European Old Town Tallinn, in Estonia

Suomenlinna (Sveaborg) Fortress in Helsinki, Finland

Aerial view of Market Square at the Old Town pier in Helsinki, Finland

Front view of Tartu City Town Hall and fountain, located in Town Hall Square

Estonia, Finland, Latvia
4* hotels
Flights included
Daily breakfast & 3 dinners
7 included experiences

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

Italy
3* / 4* hotels
Flights included
Breakfast & dinner
6 included experiences

Scenic aerial shot of the Fortress and old town in Dubrovnik

Aerial view of Mali Ston medieval old town and fortified wall in Croatia

Croatia
4* hotels
Flights included
Breakfast & dinner
7 included experiences

Gondola on Canal Grande with Rialto Bridge at sunset in Venice, Italy

The bridge Ponte Pietra In Verona, Italy

Italy
4* hotels
Flights included
Breakfast & dinner
5 included experiences
Tours of Venice & Verona
Visit to Lake Garda
Tour of the Dolomites

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

Italy, Switzerland
4* hotels
Flights included
Half Board (except 1 hotel)
7 included experiences

The River Seine and the Eiffel Tower during sunrise in Paris, France

Pont Alexandre III bridge with ornate Art Nouveau lamps over the river Seine in Paris, France

France
3* / 4* hotels
Rail included
Bed & breakfast
4 included experiences

Sassi di Metera, an ancient town in Basilicata, Italy

Italy
4* hotels
Flights included
Daily breakfast, plus 4 dinners
7 included experiences

Santa Maria Church catholic church on an island in the centre of Lake Bled, Slovenia

Cityscape of the Slovenian capital Ljubljana.

A picturesque view of Ptuj town in Slovenia

Slovenia
4* hotels
Flights included
Bed & breakfast
8 included experiences
Guided tour of Ljubljana
Visit Bled Island
Guided tour of the Lipica Classical Riding School

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