Our guide to the best tours by season
Fancy spring in Dubrovnik or perhaps fall in New England?
Every season offers something distinctly unique, from the refreshing energy of spring and the long days of summer to the wonderful colours of autumn and those cosy winter evenings. We’ve been busy dreaming about our perfect year: a year of tours! This week, we’ve shared our favourite tours for each season to help you plan your perfect year – enjoy!
Spring
Dubrovnik, Montenegro & the Dalmatian Coast
On this marvellous two-centre holiday, you’ll discover one of Europe’s most idyllic regions, starting on the sun-kissed reaches of the Makarska Riviera and then travelling south to peerless Dubrovnik.
Hebridean Island Adventure
Explore Scotland’s magical Western Isles, an unspoilt, uncrowded and timeless land of stunning scenery, ancient history and unique cultures that have been continually inhabited for over 6,000 years.
Capri, Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast
Discover the charm and warm hospitality of the Neapolitan Riviera, one of the Mediterranean’s most highly favoured corners. Get to know glitzy Capri, historic Naples and explore the ruins of Pompeii.
Summer
Loch Lomond & the Edinburgh Tattoo
This is your chance to witness the colour and spine-tingling excitement of the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, together with fascinating explorations of host city Edinburgh and capital Glasgow, and a visit to mesmerising Loch Lomond.
Five-Star Alaska Cruise & the Canadian Rockies
The undoubted highlight of this holiday is seven nights spent aboard a superbly appointed, five-star cruise ship as you sail through the fabled Inside Passage to wild, remote Alaska, calling at Glacier Bay and ending in glittering Vancouver.
The Best of the Scottish Highlands
Spend an unforgettable summer in the Highlands, where a host of highlights await, including a ride on the Strathspey Steam Railway, a cruise on the Moray Firth and a visit to fabled Loch Ness.
Autumn
Fall Colours of New England & Canada
Marvel at Mother Nature’s dazzling display, one of her greatest wonders, and visit some of North America’s most exciting, enthralling cities, including New York, Toronto, Montréal, Ottawa and Boston.
Lake Garda
Offering a tantalizing taste of the Mediterranean along its sunny shores, idyllic Lake Garda is a picture-perfect destination, framed by the craggy peaks of the Dolomites and the Alps.
New England in the Fall
There are few more memorable sights in the world than when the millions of trees that carpet the northeast corner of the United States turn a blaze of red, purple, brown and gold in the autumn.
If you're looking for an autumn getaway, check out our best places to visit in October to inspire your autumnal travel plans!
Winter
Lapland Santa Experience Day Trip
Take your children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews on a day trip they'll never forget as you journey into the Arctic Circle to a pristine landscape of snowy forests, the secret home of the real Santa Claus, his reindeer and his happy team of helpers.
Christmas on Lake Bled
Spend a memorable Christmas in the delightful surroundings of Slovenia's lakes and mountains as you enjoy a unique festive light show on the beautiful lake, and the chance to soak up the atmosphere of Ljubljana, Slovenia's exquisite riverside capital.
Iceland – Reykjavík & the Northern Lights
Discover Reykjavík, Europe’s most surprising capitals, as you explore the Land of Fire and Ice and go in search of the Northern Lights, one of the world’s most beguiling celestial phenomena.