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Discover the cultural highlights of Europe with Riviera Travel

15 July 2024

Imagine stepping back in time to an era of grand voyages, where the joy of travel was found in the act of exploring, learning, and immersing yourself in the wonders of the world. Riviera Travel's European Grand Tours offer you the chance to relive that golden age of travel on luxurious 9 to 13-day adventures. If you're a lover of art, culture, and history, these tours are a once-in-a-lifetime experience you'll cherish forever.

Discover the cultural highlights of Europe with Riviera Travel

Italy’s icons, from Venice to Rome

11 nights from £2,999pp – Departing April to September 2025  

Begin your adventure with three days in Venice, where you'll marvel at mesmerising art and centuries-old architecture. Enjoy a classic gondola ride through the canals before heading to Bologna, the foodie paradise of Italy. With an included gastronomic tour with a local guide, you’ll get to sample all the best local delicacies. Alongside beautiful Florence, you’ll also explore lesser-known gems such as Siena, Perugia, and Orvieto before completing your trip in the culture-drenched Italian capital.

Discover enchanting Andalucía

9 nights from £1,999pp – Departing March to October 2025

With sights like Granada’s Alhambra and the Mezquita mosque in Córdoba, this tour is the perfect way to experience Andalucía’s magical fusion of Spanish and Moorish cultures. Starting in Mijas, you’ll travel to Seville to wander vibrant streets with a local guide before exploring the majestic Alcázar Palace. In Ronda, see one of Spain’s most dramatically beautiful cities, perched high on a mountaintop above a deep gorge. You’ll visit Málaga’s historic port and beautiful Botanical Gardens, as well as a few lesser-known but equally worthy spots like Cómpeta and Sayalonga along the way.

Croatia’s picturesque islands

11 nights from £2,999pp – Departing May to October 2025

Embark on an unforgettable journey along Croatia's stunning Dalmatian coast, exploring picturesque islands and ancient landmarks. Start in Split, a city where Roman ruins coalesce with lively modern markets. Your tour includes guided visits to the idyllic Plitviče Lakes, the artistic Mestrovic Gallery, and the charming streets of Trogir. Enjoy the unique experience of wine-tasting in Vrbinik and indulge in a Croatian delicacy during lunch at a truffle restaurant in Bani. As you travel north towards Istria, stop in the Slovenian countryside to visit a local winery and savour the region’s exquisite flavours.

What’s included on your European Grand Tour?

Aside from wonderful locations, every European Grand Tour with Riviera Travel includes direct flights and transfers, along with unbeatable excursions led by experts and local guides to ensure you see the best of every destination you visit. From sampling traditional dishes with the locals to getting small group tours of must-visit gardens, castles, and palaces, as soon as you return from one tour, you’ll be wanting to book your next one.

To book your Riveira Travel European Grand Tour, contact your Travel Counsellor today.

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