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There's something special about spring, so discover it for yourself on a European tour, Worldwide tour or River Cruise.

After the winter chill, spring brings milder weather and landscapes are transformed into picturesque scenes. Lush meadows burst into life with vibrant colours as flowers bloom across the continent, snow-capped mountains glistening in the spring sun and waterfalls cascade down cliffsides - nature has sprung to life and there's so much to see!

European City Breaks

Ideal for culture-vultures and city-hoppers, you can relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of spring in a new city on our short breaks, while we handle all the details for you.

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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 expereinces
Krakow City with ancient architecture buildings in Poland
Black and white image of Auschwitz concentration camp gate, Poland

Escorted Tour

Krakow

  • Poland
  • 4* hotel
  • Flights included
  • Bed & breakfast
  • 2 included experiences

Escape to the Italian Lakes

Witness the landscapes of the Italian Lakes burst into vibrant colour as flowers bloom and leave return. With temperatures rising and streets still quiet, spring the perfect time to visit.

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Gondola on Canal Grande with Rialto Bridge at sunset in Venice, Italy
The bridge Ponte Pietra In Verona, Italy

Escorted Tour

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
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

Escorted Tour

Lake Maggiore, Orta and the Matterhorn

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

Escorted Tour

Lake Como, St Moritz and the Bernina Express

  • Italy, Switzerland
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • Flights included
  • Half Board
  • 7 included experiences

Explore the beautiful Lake Como and Bellagio by private boat on our Lake Como, St Moritz and the Bernina Express tour. Stroll around the 18th century Villa del Balbianello and xperience the gardens awash with colourful, fragrant flowers, then maybe a lazy lunch at one of the lakeside restaurants whilst soaking up the sun.

River Cruises

River cruising is a treat all year round. But there’s something about the spring that makes it feel that little bit more special. Enjoy the blush of spring on one of Europe’s most stunning waterways. Leave your jackets inside your cosy cabin or suite and head out on deck to relax in the milder temperatures of March, April and May.

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Visit Keukenhof, the world’s largest flower garden, covering nearly 80 acres! Nothing prepares you for the dazzling carpet of colours created by the seven million tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and other blooms arranged in rows, swirls and every other imaginable shape.

image by customer Peter Gardner on our Kinderdijk and the Dutch Bulbfields River Cruise.

Walking Tours

Temperate climates, fewer crowds, and scenic trails bursting with flowers create an unforgettable backdrop for our Walk & Discover tours. With a group size of 12-18, expert walking guides, and so much included, all you need to do is remember to pack your walking boots!

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Wooden footpath bridge and green river at the Vintgar Canyon in Slovenia

Walk through the dramatic Vintgar Gorge and along the banks of Lake Bled. You may have seen it in pictures, but they can’t compare to seeing the lake in person with it’s dazzling waters, stretching over a mile in length and width. Forested hills, medieval castle and fairytale church.

Worldwide Tours

Don't let the unpredictable spring weather get you down when you could fly south (or east or west) in search of cultural riches, beautiful landscapes and adventure.

 

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Did you also know you could visit one of the most spectacular spring events in the world, 'Sakura' Cherry Blossom season.

Both Japan and South Korea have a Cherry Blossom season, which runs from March to April.

The sakura are well known around the world for their radiant, delicate and transient beauty, but they are more than simply beautiful cherry blossom trees. Sakura are tied to Japan’s history, culture and identity. As for Koreans, they are seen as a symbol of purity and beauty.

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Highlights of South Korea

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  • 1 country visited
  • 3* / 4* hotels
  • London Heathrow Airport
  • 21 included experiences
  • Daily breakfast, one lunch and two dinners
Top view of Kamakura Hasedera Buddhist temple in Kamakura, Japan

Wander around the charming town of Kamakura with a great Buddhist statue, temple and beautiful hydrangea gardens on our Icons of Japan tour. 

Solo Holidays

Celebrate nature's most colourful season with a solo spring getaway. Journey alongside a select group of like-minded explorers and our dedicated solo-specialist Tour Manager. The Riviera experience begins at your departure airport. From there, we take care of everything - travel, hotels, accomodation and more - ensuring that you have the opportunity to connect and turn fellow adventurers into new-found friends.

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Trending Destinations

Bask in the beauty of spring with these incredible curated tours. With flights, transfers, accommodations, and more thoughtfully arranged, you can fully embrace the season of renewal and enjoy every moment.

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

Escorted Tour

Classical Italy: Florence, Siena, Assisi and Rome

  • 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
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

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Helsinki, Tallinn and Riga

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

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Aerial view of Prague Castle, cathedral and Charles Bridge at sunrise in Prague

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