13 Days, featuring: Cortina D’ampezzo–lake Carezza–bolzano

Combine Venice, the Adriatic & Greece; Italian Sojourn; and Iconic Western Mediterranean for a comprehensive 22-day voyage. From ancient Athens and Croatia’s stunning Dalmatian Coast to the shores of Italy and the glamorous French Riviera, immerse yourself in rich cultures and traditions, and marvel at spectacular coastal beauty. Overnight stays in Venice, Florence/Pisa and Barcelona help you delve more deeply into this historic and legendary region.

12 Days, featuring: Cologne, Germany

See Paris icons like the Champs-Élysées through the eyes of your Local Expert, enjoy the gastronomic delights of pintxos tasting tours in San Sebastian, the foodie city of Spain and try your hand at Venice glassblowing in Italy, all on this grand European tour. From boutique fashionista shopping in the avenues of Paris to Picasso's trail blazing masterpieces in Madrid, this cultural tour de force is all encompassing. Barcelona dazzles with Gaudi's masterpiece—La Sagrada Família. The French Riviera offers an abundance of opulence, the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, the harbor of Monaco packed to the brim with luxury yachts, and in Vienna the regal history of Austria's Habsburg dynasty fire...

Mont Blanc. One of Europe's highest and most iconic peaks. Spectacular. Immense. Dazzling. And undisputedly on every serious hiker's must-do list. Hiking for 10 days through the heart of the Alps won't just get your pulse rate up, it will open your eyes to some of the most breathtaking vistas on Earth. Starting near Chamonix, you'll fully circumnavigate the Mont Blanc Massif. Follow age-old trails past giant glaciers, beside secret mountain lakes, and through grassy meadows, and delight in jaw-dropping landscapes at every bend. Experience three countries, cultures, and cuisines.

Trace the routes of centuries-old mariners as you set sail on a roundtrip journey from Barcelona. Visit scenic Marseille and elegant Corsica, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, France’s great emperor. See the UNESCO city of Valletta and delve into the ancient North African cities of Algiers, Tunis and Casablanca. Wander amid Andalusian treasures in Seville, famed for its rhythmic flamenco, and admire the mighty Alhambra palace of Granada.

Did you wish upon a star? Because this two-week adventure through Sicily’s north and south coasts is absolutely a dream come true. You’ll stroll through the seaside city of Cefalù, get immersed in the postcard-worthy scenery of the Aeolian Islands, and spot breathtaking volcanoes along the way. But oh no, the fun doesn’t stop here. You’ll then continue further south for a Sicilian cooking class, storied medieval villages, sunny seaside towns, and non-stop Italian history and culture. If this ...

See Bucharest’s 1,100-room Palace of Parliament. Join a home cook in Vidin to prepare banitsa, a feta filo pastry. Explore Belgrade’s Ottoman and European treasures, including the 6th-century Kalemegdan Fortress. View the Danube’s towering Iron Gate, witness Hungary’s daredevil Puszta horsemen and behold Budapest’s grandeur. As you sail, discover the secrets of the eastern Danube that were once hidden behind the Iron Curtain.

Indulge in Italy’s finest food and views during this 2-week guided tour. When in Rome, you will toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain during a walking tour with a Local Expert. In Sorrento, settle into a luxurious resort and take in the views of Mount Vesuvius, which buried Pompeii in a pyroclastic cloud of ash and lava stones in 79 A.D. Dine on traditional Apulian cuisine inside a historic trulli house – iconic to the region with their conical stone roofs. Enjoy seasonal dishes such as orecchiette, a traditional pasta of Puglia, honoring age-old recipes, with a deep connection to their land. In Palermo, a historian will take you through the old city, showing you its cathedral and the Palat...

Experience the legacies of civilizations as you trace Italy’s coastline and traverse the Adriatic Sea to Croatia. Discover the magnificent Amalfi Coast from Naples and visit Messina, Sicily’s cultural crossroads. Explore the culinary delights of Bari and Crotone, historic ports with ties to ancient Greece and Byzantine rule. Call at Šibenik, Croatia’s oldest town, and spend more time exploring Venice with an overnight stay in its gateway port.

Cruise the Iberian coast from Lisbon to the Moorish marvels of Andalusia and Morocco, then explore the scenic perfection and rich culture along Spain’s Costa del Sol, France’s Cote d’Azur, and Italy’s Ligurian Riviera . See all of this region’s must-sees: Lisbon’s Pina Palace, Seville’s Alcazar, Malaga’s Alhambra, Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia, and Rome’s... everything. Surround yourself in scenic beauty from Morocco’s exotic Blue City to Italy’s Cinque Terre.

Trace the routes of centuries-old mariners as you set sail on a roundtrip journey from Barcelona. Visit scenic Marseille and elegant Corsica, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, France’s great emperor. See the UNESCO city of Valletta and delve into the ancient North African cities of Algiers, Tunis and Casablanca. Wander amid Andalusian treasures in Seville, famed for its rhythmic flamenco, and admire the mighty Alhambra palace of Granada.

Sail storied seas once ruled by mighty empires and flourishing city-states. Visit Naples, gateway to Pompeii, and Messina, Sicily’s cultural crossroads. Discover Crete, the former seat of the once-flourishing Minoan kingdom. Explore the remarkably preserved city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in Athens, the “birthplace of democracy,” where the Acropolis rises above the city and the bustling Plaka District.

Trace the routes of centuries-old mariners as you set sail on a roundtrip journey from Barcelona. Visit scenic Marseille and elegant Corsica, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte, France’s great emperor. See the UNESCO city of Valletta and delve into the ancient North African cities of Algiers, Tunis and Casablanca. Wander amid Andalusian treasures in Seville, famed for its rhythmic flamenco, and admire the mighty Alhambra palace of Granada.

This transfer to Florence will provide you with free time to explore this fabulous city on your own. You decide how to spend your day in Florence.