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.

7 must-visit destinations for 2027

28 October 2026

A new year of travel is a chance to take a different route: swap the familiar beach break for a stretch of Albania’s Riviera, follow the Silk Road by train, or spend a few days among volcanic lakes in the Azores. These seven destinations are all reachable for a well-planned holiday, yet each offers something that can make a trip feel fresh, from the food and landscapes to the little-known corners between the headline sights. Here are some ideas to get your 2027 plans started.

Travel Counsellors explore Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies

23 October 2026

Six days, three cities, one very special train journey, and a lot of incredible scenery in between. A group of Travel Counsellors recently travelled through Western Canada, starting in Vancouver before heading through the Rockies to Jasper, Banff, and finally Calgary. It was a busy few days, but that meant getting a real feel for just how much variety you can pack into a Canada holiday – from mountains and waterfalls to city neighbourhoods, food tours, iconic lakes, and a few unexpected moments along the way.

What to expect from the new Hillside Resort Bodrum

23 October 2026

A new name is arriving on the Bodrum Peninsula for summer 2027. Opening in April, Hillside Resort Bodrum brings the Hillside approach to Gündoğan Bay, with sweeping Aegean views, a private beach, generous outdoor spaces, and plenty of ways to spend the day. For guests visiting in its first season, there’s also the excitement of being among the first to experience it.

Discover the cultural highlights of Europe with Riviera Travel

7 must-visit destinations for 2027

Travel Counsellors explore Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies

What to expect from the new Hillside Resort Bodrum

Keep dreaming with us

Every unforgettable journey starts with the right person by your side.