Our guide to the best tours by season

Our guide to the best tours by season

Fancy spring in Dubrovnik or perhaps fall in New England?

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Christmas on Lake Bled

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

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.

Discover our range of Winter Sun holidays and enjoy a dose of sunshine when you need it most.

Great Seasonal Tours:

Colourful cliffside village of Positano on the Amalfi Coast, Italy, with pastel-coloured houses cascading down steep hills towards the sparkling blue Mediterranean Sea
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Capri, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast
Italy
Visit Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius, Naples and the Isle of Capri, and take a trip along the beautiful Amalfi Coast on this wonderful holiday to Italy.Best SellingFly Local+ 5 More
  • Visit the extraordinary ruins of Roman Pompeii
  • Enjoy a full day on the enchanting Isle of Capri
  • Discover and explore colourful, historic Naples, one of Italy’s most iconic cities
  • 8 days from £1,300 pp

    was £1,529 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    April 2026 - October 2027

  • Duration

    8 days

  • Depart From

    8 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    7 included

  • Meals

    14 included

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New England in the Fall
United States of America
Take a colourful journey from Manhattan Island to Boston and see the beautiful foliage of New England on this escorted holiday in the fall season.Best SellingIconic Landmarks+ 2 More
  • A drive along the glorious Kancamagus Highway
  • The delights of coastal Maine, including Ogunquit and exclusive Kennebunkport
  • Explore New York, the world’s most exciting city
  • 9 days from £2,082 pp

    was £2,449 pp

    Flights included
  • Dates Available

    October 2026 - October 2027

  • Duration

    9 days

  • Depart From

    2 airports

  • Excursions & Visits

    8 included

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