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- The best Western Europe tour packages
- What people love about Western Europe Tours
- Travel Western Europe your way
- Top operators in Western Europe
- Discover Western Europe tours for every budget
- Western Europe tours for every group
- Top Western Europe travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Western Europe
- Contact our Western Europe travel experts
The best Western Europe tour packages
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MelissaWestern Europe travel expert at TourRadar
Rome to Lisbon: Coasts & Countryside
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We visited a lot of places but still had enough time to chill and relax. Alhumbra is a must see!”
Michelle, traveled in June 2016
Western Europe unfolds from Rome's Vatican City to Lisbon's Belem district. The route winds through the French Riviera, Monaco, Barcelona's Gaudi architecture, and Madrid's art scene. Centrally-located hostels, guided orientation walks, and tapas cooking classes enhance the adventure.
Duration 16 days Destinations Italy, France, Spain, Portugal Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operator G Adventures From $3,399
17% Off- US$2,821You save $577
Western Europe Group Rail Tour (18-35)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour was really well organised and took all the stress out of all the transfers and finding trains etc.”
Juanita, traveled in October 2019
The grand route from Venice to London showcases Murano islands, Vatican Museums, Chianti wine tasting, Mediterranean scuba diving, Barcelona tapas cooking, and Paris's Montparnasse Tower. Average group age 28, with 63% solo travelers, central hostels cost approx. $170 daily.
Duration 15 days Destinations Italy, France, Spain, England Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Euroventure Travel From $2,537
5% Off- US$2,410You save $126
Paris to Barcelona: Tapas & Train Rides
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I loved getting to experience the world in a new lens, and I cannot wait for the next trip.”
Sarah, traveled in October 2022
A 13-day odyssey from Paris to Barcelona reveals Monaco's famous casino, Cinque Terre's trails with unlimited train access, and Rome's ancient sites. Multi-share hostels, migrant-led cooking class, and picnic at the Eiffel Tower create memorable moments.
Duration 13 days Destinations France, Switzerland, Italy, Spain Age Range 18 to 39 year olds Operator G Adventures From $3,349
17% Off- US$2,780You save $569
European Highlights Escape - 12 Days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The best trip with the best people, environment, culture, and attitude.”
Bill, traveled in December 2024
Cultural capitals await with stops at Amsterdam's canals, medieval Bruges, and Paris. Guests enjoy 11 nights in 3-star hotels with breakfast included. The total costs around $2,900 includes all airport transfers and train tickets between destinations.
Duration 12 days Destinations Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Italy Age Range 1 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German, French, Dutch Operator Dot Travel From $2,929
35% Off- US$1,904You save $1,025
Barcelona's Gothic Quarter to Berlin's Brandenburg Gate showcase Western Europe's finest. Central hotels and hostels place you near Avignon's Papal Palace, Paris's Louvre, Brussels' Grand Place, and Amsterdam's canal network. Package includes 10 breakfasts and expert local guide orientation walks.
Duration 15 days Destinations Spain, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $4,445
10% Off- US$4,001You save $444
What people love about Western Europe Tours
- Western Europe Group Rail Tour (18-35)
1st time traveling? Worried about how to get about? Or just want a stress free break? Euroventure are your people! They take all those worries away and help you enjoy your trip! Amazing! Can't thank them enough for my wonderful trip and now I have the travel bug too!
- European Highlights Escape - 12 Days
We enjoyed the lively city of Athens and beautiful Santorini. Everything was organised perfect by Dot Travel Greece and we recommend the tour to everyone!
- London to Rome Highlights (10 Days)
The most amazing, life changing experience ever! It was an eye opener. Beauty and grace and in tour face. It is worth while and I would never travel without Trafalgar! Feom the hidden treasures all the way to the typical tourist, every base was covered! Not to mention the brilliantly amazing travel director who just made the trip more special.
Travel Western Europe your way
A Western Europe river cruise beckons with timeless charm, meandering past ancient castles, rolling hills, and historic cities. Walk along Amsterdam's canals, visit Cologne's famous Gothic cathedral, or tour Strasbourg's half-timbered houses.
See all River Cruise toursThe Swiss Alps stand out as a top hiking destination among our European tour guests. Getting up to Glacier 3000 opens up some really good mountain paths between peaks - you've got those suspended bridge walks and trails that work for different fitness levels. Around Interlaken, the day hikes give you clear views of the Bernese Alps. Our groups really like walking through the Burgundy vineyards and taking those uphill paths in Florence that lead to the Piazzale Michelangelo lookouts.
See all Hiking & Trekking toursThe active parts of our tours mix things up nicely - you'll paddle through Venice's quiet canals in gondolas and climb to city viewpoints most tourists don't reach. Our travelers tell us they love how varied it all is, from walking ancient Roman sites to tackling those Swiss mountain passes. The coastal walks at Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland and along the Cliffs of Moher add some good physical challenge while you're learning about local culture. There's a nice balance between city walking tours and getting out into nature, especially in places like the Scottish Highlands and Alpine areas.
See all Active toursPedal through Western Europe's scenic routes. Wind past vineyards in France's Loire Valley, cycle up the challenging Swiss Alps and travel along Germany's Rhine River. Visit charming villages, explore medieval castles and sample local cuisine.
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Top operators in Western Europe
Looking at these top European tour companies, Trafalgar stands out for making travel logistics really smooth. Their tour directors know exactly how to navigate busy attractions, so you skip the queues and get more actual sightseeing done each day. Just keep in mind you might need to budget extra for some optional excursions that aren't included in the base price. Expat Explore delivers solid value with well-planned routes, and specific guides like Niall get mentioned again and again in customer feedback for going above and beyond. The only real variable seems to be the hotels - they can range from quite nice to pretty basic depending on the location. G Adventures' Rome to Lisbon route is getting great reviews, particularly for guides Lalo and Freddy who've found that sweet spot between structured touring and independent exploration. They're good at reading the group and adjusting the pace, which makes a big difference on longer trips through multiple countries. What I like about these companies is how they each handle the practical details differently - Trafalgar focuses on efficiency, Expat Explore prioritizes affordability and G Adventures emphasizes that balance of guidance and independence. Based on what our travelers tell us, these differences really shape the overall experience you get on the ground.
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"The trip itself was relaxing. I liked that we had stayed in the same hotel at least two nights. Not much time in the bus or train moving from one city to the other. Marco was a great tour guide! He was very pleasant and patient with everybody. He had a lot of information to give us. Overall, I really enjoyed the tour!
- Tours
- 96 Western Europe tours
- Age range
- 12 to 90 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 2h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $417
- 4.5 (399 Western Europe reviews)
"The New Year in Holland and the Romantic Rhine (port to port) was a lovely cruise. My husband and I were very happy with the staff, the cruise itself and the places we visited. It was relaxing and informative. The food was wonderful and varied and well presented. We did not have to do anything, the staff greeted us on arrival and took our bags to the cabin, and took our bags to the taxi on departure. We had a great time.
- Tours
- 270 Western Europe tours
- Age range
- 1 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- River Cruise
- Response time
- 23h
- Response rate
- 84%
- Average price
- $409
- 4.5 (11 Western Europe reviews)
- Tours
- 1 Western Europe tours
- Age range
- 1 to 1 years old
- Adventure type
- Festival & Events
- Response time
- 13h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $669
Discover Western Europe tours for every budget
Budget travelers love our Rome to Lisbon coastal route that covers five countries in two weeks. It's designed well, giving you proper free time to wander through places like Lagos and Granada on your own. Another solid choice takes you from Amsterdam through Paris and down to Rome - you'll cook tapas with Barcelona locals and walk Rome's old streets at night with guides who really know their history. Our customers tell us they like how these tours mix planned activities with free time, so you can join group dinners or explore local restaurants yourself.
Our Complete Scandinavia tour handles everything across Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland for travelers who want comfort and quality. You'll kayak around Vrango Island, try traditional fika in Alingsas and stay in excellent hotels throughout. We've added special touches like early morning visits to Stockholm's Vasa Museum before other tourists arrive, and quiet evenings at local restaurants after the crowds leave. There's also time set aside to watch master glassblowers at work in a traditional Venice arts center - our travelers particularly enjoy these authentic moments.
Western Europe budget tours671 tours
Starting from
$42
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- Western Europe luxury tours
506 tours
Starting from
$90
per day
Western Europe tours for every type of group
Who are you traveling with?
Group
7,332 tours in Western EuropeThe Modern Europe route connects 13 cities from Madrid to Berlin, mixing fast trains with local experiences. You'll discover Munich's old town, see Amsterdam's canals and often make good friends along the way. We also run a popular route from London through France, Switzerland and finally Italy - our customers often mention how they start as strangers and end up as friends, while still having enough time to explore on their own.
Small Group
1,579 tours in Western EuropeVisit Western Europe with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.
Private / Personalized
1,829 tours in Western EuropeOur private European tours can be adjusted to match what interests you most. Many travelers choose our 12-day route from Amsterdam through Bruges, Paris, Zurich, Venice, Florence and finally Rome, using a mix of flights and first-class trains. You'll get our local knowledge and careful planning but can move at your own speed. Travelers especially like being able to spend extra time in places they love or move on when they're ready.
Top Western Europe travel itineraries to fit your plans
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Kusadasi, Patmos, Heraklion, Santorini, Lavrion
Our 7-day journey from London to Paris really gives you a solid taste of Western Europe's highlights. You'll cruise down the Rhine from Boppard, passing old castles and vineyards that climb up the hillsides. The route takes you to Switzerland's Rhine Falls - they're massive up close - before reaching Lucerne where you can walk across the wooden Chapel Bridge and see the carved Lion Monument. What makes this trip special are the local moments, like watching a Black Forest clockmaker at work and sitting down for coffee and that famous Black Forest cake. The week wraps up in Paris, where evening tours show you the city lights and you can explore the artists' quarter of Montmartre.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Amsterdam, Sankt Goar, Heidelberg, Black Forest, Lucerne, Paris
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With 10 days you can really dig into Europe's culture. Our London to Rome route shows you how European heritage evolved as you head south. The guides know Paris inside out, taking you beyond the usual spots, then you'll cross through Burgundy's wine country. In Venice, local glassblowers show you their craft up close, and Florence opens up its Renaissance art collection to you. If you prefer starting north, our Amsterdam route begins with canal tours and diamond workshops, then winds through the Black Forest before hitting the Swiss Alps. Our travelers tell us they love how we mix guided tours with plenty of free time to wander and discover things on their own.
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Salzburg, Munich
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Our Rome to Lisbon coastal route works beautifully for solo travelers, mixing guided activities with plenty of free time to explore. People quickly make friends over tapas in Barcelona and group dinners in local Roman trattorias. The Paris through French wine country to Switzerland route is another favorite - with small groups, you'll bond naturally while tasting wines in Beaune's historic cellars or exploring Amsterdam's waterways. Our travelers often tell us how quickly they feel part of the group, whether they're wandering Paris's Latin Quarter at night or discovering Venice's quiet corners.
Couples tend to pick our deeper cultural experiences that mix romance with local authenticity. On the Complete Scandinavia route, you can watch the sun set over Stockholm's island views and share traditional fika coffee breaks in small Swedish towns. The British Isles tour lets couples walk together along the Cliffs of Moher and spend nights in cozy Highland hotels. Our travelers love having both structured activities and quiet time together, whether they're finding hidden spots in Rome's Trastevere or taking evening walks along Amsterdam's lit-up canals.
The Barcelona to Berlin route really clicks with young adults by mixing history, active experiences and good nightlife. You'll cycle through Amsterdam, kayak around Vrango Island and hang out in Europe's best beer halls. There's wine tasting in Beaune's old cellars before heading to Paris for Eiffel Tower climbs and Louvre visits. Our guides know their stuff - from Barcelona's best tapas spots to Brussels' craft beer scene and Berlin's underground music spots. People who've done these tours tell us they made real friends while still keeping their independence.
Our senior travelers prefer well-paced tours that balance comfort with cultural depth. Many choose Swiss routes using the excellent rail system, with plenty of time to explore places like Gruyères and Lucerne without rushing. The London through French wine regions to Italy route is another hit - we include dinners at local restaurants and museum visits with everything arranged. Travelers appreciate having centrally located hotels and shorter walking distances to main sites, while still getting rich experiences like Vienna's classical concerts or watching Venice's master glassmakers at work.
For families, our Madrid route hits all the right notes with hands-on activities kids actually enjoy. They get to make their own tapas in Barcelona and explore the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium - which our soccer fans can't get enough of. Swiss tours are another solid pick where families take cable cars up to Glacier 3000 and visit the Maison Cailler Chocolate Factory for some sweet sampling. Kids particularly love watching glass-blowers at work in Venice before hopping on gondolas through the canals. Our guides know exactly how to keep everyone interested, using stories and interactive moments to make Rome's ancient sites come alive for both parents and children.
- Solo Travelers7,078 tours
- Couples4,199 tours All tours for Couples
- Young Adults (18 - 39)366 tours All tours for Young Adults
- Seniors (50+)3,561 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Western Europe
- Spring 2025
Spring transforms Europe with wildflowers painting Provence and tulips carpeting Amsterdam's fields. Our routes make the most of this natural show - some begin in Barcelona where you'll explore Gaudi's Park Güell in mild weather, then head north as French vineyards wake up. Others start in London when gardens burst with color, moving through Loire Valley châteaux and crossing the Alps as winter snow retreats. We've got a particularly nice route combining the Netherlands during tulip season with Belgium's medieval cities and also Paris in spring bloom. Our travelers often mention how spring hits that sweet spot of nice weather and smaller crowds at major sites.
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- Summer 2025
Summer opens up our widest range of Western European experiences. Several routes take advantage of endless Nordic days - starting in Copenhagen with evening food tours, then exploring Swedish lakeside towns and Norwegian fjords where darkness barely falls. Along the Mediterranean, routes link Barcelona, Provence and Italian coastal towns with plenty of time for sea swims and dining under the stars. Multi-country tours work really well in summer; you can mix morning hikes in Switzerland's Bernese Oberland with afternoon gondola rides in Venice and evening walks through Rome's piazzas. Our summer travelers particularly enjoy splitting their days between morning cultural visits, afternoon outdoor activities and also evening festivals.
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
Autumn brings harvest season adventures across Western Europe. Our routes time visits with wine harvests - you'll find yourself tasting new vintages in Burgundy's cellars or walking through Tuscan vineyards as grapes come in. Other autumn routes take you through Germany's Black Forest when leaves turn golden, then into Switzerland where crisp air makes Alpine views really pop. City tours work especially well this time of year, whether you're exploring Amsterdam's museums, Paris landmarks or Roman neighborhoods without summer heat. Our autumn travelers consistently tell us they love the mix of comfortable temperatures, harvest festivals, seasonal foods and also lighter tourist crowds at major sites.
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- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter routes really shine when connecting cultural capitals with Alpine experiences. One of our favorite routes takes you from Madrid through Paris and up to Switzerland's Glacier 3000, where you'll find yourself walking across a suspended bridge between snow-capped peaks. Another well-loved winter path starts in Amsterdam before winding through Germany's Black Forest and finally Italy - you get to explore medieval towns like Triberg and traditional Christmas markets if your timing's right. Our customers tell us they love winter tours because they can explore Europe's grand indoor sites without the summer lines, plus spend cozy evenings in local restaurants and cafes.
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