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Framed by old stone buildings, local small businesses, and cobblestone roads, Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile is one of the city's most atmospheric spots. Rather than wandering around alone, walk the storied street up to Edinburgh Castle while learning about Edinburgh rich history on a walking tour before heading inside the castle with your included ticket.

The Bay of Kotor—also called Boka—offers up islets, caves, and more. This boat tour lets you experience its highlights more easily and scenically than traveling by hire car or public transport. Prebook to secure your seat, and visit the Our Lady on the Rocks island church, a Soviet-era submarine base, and the Blue Grotto, to swim in its neon-blue waters. A choice of departures provides important flexibility.

Discover the beauty of the Bavarian countryside on this full-day coach tour from Munich, visiting the iconic Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles. Learn about King Ludwig II and his architectural masterpieces, with the flexibility to choose admission to one or both castles (entrance fees not included). Enjoy a hassle-free journey with stunning views and expert commentary along the way.

Iconic Paris landmarks including Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower line the Seine River, but trying to see them all takes time—and leads to sore feet. Admire the city’s world-famous monuments while resting your legs during this one-hour Bateaux Parisiens river cruise. Ride during the day, or choose an evening departure time to float through the enchanting city at night.

Experience some of the top scenery of the Czech Republic and Germany in one day on this small-group tour from Prague. There’s no need to self-drive as transportation and hotel transfers are included. On both sides of the border, explore natural wonders such as the Bastei Bridge, Pravcicka Gate—Europe's biggest natural arch—and the Kamenice Gorge without the risk of getting lost. Refuel with an included lunch.

There’s no need to fret about never-ending ticket lines for the Sagrada Familia. Instead, make your visit hassle-free by opting for this guided tour, which includes skip-the-line entry. As well as learning about the history of this magnificent building, you can also have the opportunity to look at some of Gaudi’s original sketches.

Hungary’s capital united Buda and Pest, two cities divided by the Danube River. See both sides during sunset or under the night sky on this cruise. Come aboard a boat and glide down the river with Hungarian sparkling wine in hand. Relaxing music and English commentary fill the airwaves as you drift down the Danube. Be sure to keep your camera at the ready for great photo ops of the Hungarian Parliament Building.

Avoid wasting time in the notoriously long lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery and spend more time in the home of Michelangelo’s David. Navigate the museum’s vast halls under the guidance of an expert guide, who will provide richness to your experience through informative narration. After your tour, feel free to stay on as long as you want to explore independently.

Covering Athens on foot takes far longer than most travelers anticipate, and group tours stick to rigid itineraries. Benefit from a customizable route and comfortable private transport on a tour tailored to your pace and interests. Check off the Temple of Zeus, Roman Agora, Acropolis, and more, all while your driver-guide provides local insights to enrich your experience.

Combine two Polish landmarks in a single trip with this package that takes you to both the Wieliczka Salt Mine and the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum from Krakow. At both sites, benefit from the deep knowledge of your guides and learn more than you could on your own. Includes Krakow hotel pickup and drop-off.

Make the most of your valuable vacation time by avoiding the long line at the Vatican Museums. You save hours of waiting time by booking a group tour with skip-the-line admission. Follow your guide on a carefully crafted itinerary and hear informative commentary as you admire the art and architecture. Admission is included to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica (depending on the option selected).

We love Dublin and we love showing people around Dublin; the city who's long and illustrious story we are proud to be part of. Each of us is an actor, a writer, a musician or an artist of some description, offering a unique account of our beloved city, its people, its history and its stories. We will show you some of the absolute ‘must sees’ in Dublin, like Dublin Castle, Christchurch Cathedral and Trinity College, and also some of the city’s forgotten corners and hidden gems; always from our own unique perspective, with an insight and knowledge we feel we’re uniquely placed to give you.

Skip the long lines and explore Barcelona’s Sagrada Família on a tour offered exclusively in your selected language—English, Spanish, French, or German. Enter with priority access and follow your expert guide through Gaudí’s architectural masterpiece while learning about its history, symbolism, and ongoing construction. After the tour, enjoy free time to explore on your own and use an included discount at a nearby café.

Make the most of your time in Catalonia with a small-group tour to Montserrat, including round-trip transportation from Barcelona—so there's no need to rent a car or organize transport. Choose from various tour options, including tickets to the basilica, Black Madonna, and/or the Boy's Choir, a tour-only option with plenty of free time to explore, or a full-day tour that combines Montserrat with a winery visit and lunch. With a flexible duration, this tour allows you to tailor your visit (with six options in total) while discovering one of Catalonia’s top landmarks.

Visit one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal viewpoints on a half-day small-group tour from Athens to Cape Sounion. Travel by minivan along south Attica’s scenic shoreline roads to reach the ancient Temple of Poseidon, built atop a towering sea cliff with fantastic views of the Aegean. Explore the ruins of this temple dedicated to the Greek god of the sea, and opt for an afternoon tour to catch a famously beautiful sunset.

Escape Istanbul’s bustle on a luxury sunset cruise along the Bosphorus Strait. Sail between Europe and Asia as golden light reveals panoramic, water-level views of the city. Enjoy prime photo opportunities of Dolmabahçe Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Rumeli Fortress, and other iconic landmarks. This small-group experience includes live commentary in English and Spanish, with optional hotel pickup from select areas.

View Budapest’s floodlit landmarks by boat on a Danube River evening cruise. Settle on the glass-enclosed vessel, and admire the cityscapes as you cruise by the UNESCO-listed riverbanks, glass in hand. Admire the Hungarian Parliament and Buda Castle district twinkling with lights, and sail under the illuminated Chain Bridge and other bridges. Your choice of Champagne, wine, beer, soda, or mineral water, Wi-Fi, and commentary included.

The Blue Grotto is the most famous sight on Capri, but the long wait at the cave entrance means that many boat tours skip a stop here. With this small-group tour, set sail first thing in the morning to beat the crowds and cut wait times to a minimum. After taking in the grotto, enjoy a boat tour around the island with stops to swim and free time to explore on land.

There’s much more to Italian food than pizza and pasta, and this Venice tasting tour offers a delicious introduction to Venetian cuisine. Instead of visiting the typical tourist bars, get an insider’s perspective on where the locals drink and dine in the city, sampling an array of Veneto specialties. Fresh seafood, homemade gelato, traditional Venetian cookies, and regional wines are all on the list.

Discover the Dutch countryside on this full-day tour to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken. Round-trip transfer from central Amsterdam ensures a hassle-free trip. See windmills, waterlands, cheese makers, and clog factories up close. Discover the region's rich history firsthand from a professional guide. The price includes tasters of cheese and other local produce, as well as interior tours. There's also an option to embark on a 1-hour canal sightseeing tour right after the tour, which ends at Amsterdam Central Station.

Make the most of your time at Rome's Colosseum with exclusive access to the Arena Floor—something most visitors miss out on. Explore the site independently as you listen to a behind-the-scenes history of fighters, spectators, and more with an audio guide. Next up, join a guide to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, and learn more about daily life for the ancient Romans.

Head to the coast of Normandy to visit Mont-Saint-Michel on this day tour from Paris. You'll receive an orientation from a guide, and then enjoy time to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site independently with an audio guide or by wandering the hilly streets at your leisure. Transportation is by coach from Paris.

On this eminently civilized guided tour with a round trip transportation from Paris. Your guide will show you the most magnificent of the 2,000 rooms, including the Hall of Mirrors, the King’s State Apartments, and the King’s Private Apartments, then introduce you to the magical 2,000-acre (800-hectare) gardens.