Top Europe Outdoor Activities

If you’ve spent enough time lying on Lagos’ beautiful beaches, get out and explore the coastline on a kayak tour of Ponta da Piedade from Lagos Marina. Get closer to the caves, cliffs, and grottoes of the Algarve coastline than you could in a larger boat. Plus, enjoy time to swim, relax, or use the onboard slide to dive into the sea and keep your eyes peeled for local wildlife such as dolphins.

Bask in the sun and sea of Madeira, one of the world’s tallest oceanside cliffs, on this catamaran excursion from the Funchal Marina. After boarding, find a nice spot on the deck or one of the four trampoline nets for spotting whales and dolphins. Your crew highlights landmarks and wildlife plus you have a choice of a morning or afternoon departure time.

Get acquainted with Denmark’s capital from the water on a 1-hour Copenhagen boat tour. Glide along the city’s picturesque canals and soak up stellar views of top Copenhagen attractions. Pass landmarks such as the Amalienborg Palace, the Little Mermaid Statue, and the Copenhagen Opera House, and drift past colorful townhouses, cobbled lanes, and houseboats in the Christianshavn neighborhood. An easy way to see a lot in a short time.

Nothing takes the shine off a gondola ride more than standing in line. Say goodbye to long waits as you cruise the Grand Canal aboard a shared gondola. As you glide past churches, bridges, and canals. Learn about the sights using an app or brochure in your choice of nine languages. Lastly, experience a ride in a unique virtual reality as you glide over the Grand Canal's tranquil waters at sunset, and then discover the craftsmanship and secrets behind Venice's iconic boats with an up-close look at a sectioned model.

Covering Athens on foot is slow in the heat, and a car keeps you at arm's length from the sights. See plenty up close on this guided bike tour, riding past ancient ruins, neoclassical buildings, and the city's neighborhoods, with brief stops at landmarks such as the Acropolis, the Temple of Hephaestus, and the Panathenaic Stadium. Choose a regular bike or an e-bike, and add a guided Acropolis visit as an upgrade.

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.

Discover Rome’s iconic landmarks without becoming fatigued when you book this golf cart tour through the Eternal City. With a small group, see the exteriors of the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon, and more over a few hours. Listen to engaging commentary from your guide and indulge in a delicious gelato during a refreshment stop.

Immerse yourself in nature on this full-day trip to Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland national parks from Prague. Visit two countries in just one day without navigating public transportation and experience some of Europe's most beautiful landscapes at the Pravcicka Gate stone arch, the Bastei Bridge, and Tisa Rocks. Various tour options are available, including private and small-group tours, so choose one to suit your interests and needs.

Spend the day exploring Portugal’s famed Douro Valley on this guided excursion. Enjoy experiences that include touring the valley in a comfortable vehicle, enjoying a cruise on the Douro River, savoring a delicious lunch and wine pairing, and tasting a variety of reds and whites at a small, family-owned winery.

Santorini stuns at any angle, but its most magical destinations are often only reachable by water. Experience its rugged coastline and volcanic islands by boat on this catamaran cruise. Choose between daytime and sunset bookings; snorkel equipment is available for swim stops, and you'll enjoy a BBQ buffet lunch or dinner washed down with local white wine and soft drinks—as well as swimming to the Santorini Hot Springs.

Cover the highlights of Lisbon, without figuring out public transport or walking up steep hills, with this private tuk-tuk tour. Climb aboard the eco-friendly open-air vehicle and feel the wind in your hair as you effortlessly drive through Alfama, Graca, Chiado, Belem, and more (depending on the option chosen). While you explore, your driver-guide provides valuable insight into the local history and culture.

See more of Rome in less time without the fatigue of long walks or the hassle of navigating public transportation. This private golf cart tour provides an efficient way to reach the city’s top landmarks while avoiding much of the traffic and planning involved in independent sightseeing.

Venice is home to hundreds of attractions, making it difficult to cover the highlights in limited time. Ideal for first-time visitors, this full-day tour of Venice checks off top sights. Stroll across the Rialto Bridge and browse the lively Rialto fish market, then hop aboard a traditional gondola for a romantic cruise along the Grand Canal. Finally, visit St. Marks's Basilica and enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the grandiose Doge's Palace.

Enjoy Porto from three different perspectives on this half-day guided tour with a small group. Start with a walking tour through Porto, with stops at Sao Bento Railways Station and the Lello Bookshop. Afterwards, enjoy aerial views from the cable car, before taking a boat cruise down the Duroro River.

Seeing Paris from the river offers a different perspective on the city’s landmarks without navigating busy streets. This Seine cruise departs from Pont Neuf, the city’s oldest bridge, and follows a central route along the river. Glide past highlights such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Musee d’Orsay, and Notre Dame Cathedral, with live commentary providing context along the way.

Goreme National Park in Cappadocia is famous for its fairy tale chimneys, ancient monasteries, and dramatic, wide-swept valleys. But the most epic views can only be reached from the sky. During this sunrise hot-air balloon flight, admire a soaring panorama overlooking the region at the most photogenic time of day. After landing, relax over snacks and collect your complimentary flight certificate.

Cruise around Santorini on this half-day catamaran tour departing from Vlihada Marina. Observe famed sights such as the Venetian Lighthouse, the Indian Rocks, the Red Beach, and the White Beach as you glide atop clear blue water. Enjoy a swimming and snorkeling excursion, then take in panoramic views of Thirasia Island and, if you've chosen an evening tour, sail past Oia during sunset—a must-do for any Santorini trip.

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.

Explore Ireland’s natural wonders and historic gems on this full-day tour from Dublin. Set out on a scenic drive through the idyllic countryside of Wicklow National Park, stop to admire the views from Wicklow Gap and visit the monastic ruins and beautiful lakes of Glendalough. Then, step back in time with a tour of Kilkenny, Ireland’s medieval capital, and enjoy free time to explore the city independently before returning to Dublin.

With so many spread-out sights, Rome can become a tiring place when you’re sightseeing. This golf cart tour cuts out both the fatigue and the heavier traffic, efficiently shuttling you around the key sights of Rome like the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, and the Pantheon, with a sweet treat at the end—a gelato.

Skip the lines at Park Guell with this fast-pass guided tour package. With a certified site guide showing you around this wild UNESCO site, you’ll get to marvel deeply at this scenic garden complex, the modernist structures, the colorful mosaics, and the views of Barcelona. And with less time spent in line, you’ll have more time to appreciate one of Gaudi’s finest works.

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.

Indulge your inner romantic on an atmospheric evening cruise down the Seine and see the City of Light at its most magical. Dine on a decadent multi-course dinner, accompanied by live music on board, as you float past illuminated landmarks like the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Eiffel Tower.