Western Europe Tours & Trips
Sail the River Thames for a fresh perspective on London's iconic sights, and take your time exploring the city's well-known landmarks. Experience Paris's stunning architecture and its vibrant arts scene, or meander through Zurich's picturesque Old Town, where medieval structures hug the cobblestone lanes. Marvel at Milan's magnificent Duomo and the chic galleries that blend fashion and art. Western Europe is a true delight.
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Srinivas • traveled in September
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SVETLANA • traveled in August, 2025
Love the tour with Francesca in… Love the tour with Francesca in Florence. Very sweet and knowledgeable and attended to every request we had. ❤️
Wonders of Europe: A 17-Day Grand Tour from London to Rome - R
Ross • traveled in September
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!
Western Europe Group Rail Tour (18-35)
Table of contents
- The best Western Europe tour packages
- Travel Western Europe your way
- Best tour companies for Western Europe tours
- Discover Western Europe tours for every budget
- Western Europe tours for every type of group
- Top Western Europe travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Western Europe
- Contact our Western Europe travel experts
- What our customers ask about Western Europe Tours & Trips
The best Western Europe tour packages
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MelissaWestern Europe travel expert at TourRadar
12-Day Central Europe Discovery by Train: Paris, Brussels & Amsterdam
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
Duration 12 days Destinations France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Netherlands Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $6,395
30% Off- NZ$4,477You save $1,919
13 Day From London to Rome by train (London, Paris, Zurich, Milan, Florence and Rome.)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers
The rail route connects Western Europe's cultural capitals over 13 days. London's Hyde Park, Paris's Louvre Museum, Zurich's Old Town, Milan's Duomo, Florence's Renaissance treasures, and Rome's Trevi Fountain highlight the tour. Features guided city tours, daily breakfast, and first-class train travel.
Duration 13 days Destinations England, France, Switzerland, Italy Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator STM Tours LLC From $4,742
30% Off- NZ$3,319You save $1,422
From Copenhagen to Helsinki
70 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“My wife and I had an amazing time. Our favorite trip thus far.”
Dustin, traveled in May
Copenhagen's Nyhavn terraces and Helsinki's Russian architecture anchor this Nordic tour. Norway's dramatic fjords, Sweden's historic Örebro castle, and Denmark's H.C. Andersen House in Odense create lasting memories. Quality accommodations and scenic ferry journeys included.
Duration 10 days Destinations Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
30% Off- NZ$3,778
Wonders of Europe: A 17-Day Grand Tour from London to Rome
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Love the tour with Francesca in Florence. Very sweet and knowledgeable.”
svetlana, traveled in July
Duration 17 days Destinations England, France, Switzerland, Italy Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC From
30% Off- NZ$18,206
Copenhagen to Helsinki
27 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“His knowledge and sharing was fantastic. He made sure to relate with each and every traveler.”
Nordic gems shine from Copenhagen's Tivoli Gardens to Helsinki's Senate Square. Hans Christian Andersen's Odense, Bergen's UNESCO-listed Bryggen, and Stockholm's Royal Palace tell their stories. Twelve nights in highly-rated hotels, two overnight ferry cruises, and traditional Scandinavian dinners included.
Duration 13 days Destinations Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Expat Explore Travel From
30% Off- NZ$4,885
Rome to Amsterdam
42 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We are a vegetarian family so got the vegetarian/ vegan meals throughout the travel in different countries.”
Abhishek, traveled in October
Ten magnificent days span Rome's ancient ruins to Amsterdam's scenic canals. Venetian gondola rides, Swiss Alpine vistas in Jungfrau, Black Forest's Lake Titisee, and Rhine Valley wine tasting create lasting memories. City-center hotels, 9 breakfasts and 4 group dinners cost approx. $260 per day.
Duration 10 days Destinations Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Netherlands Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Expat Explore Travel From
30% Off- NZ$3,175
Western Europe Group Rail Tour (18-35)
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Everything about the process was easy and allowed us to spend more time enjoying our vacation.”
Bryan, traveled in June
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 16 days Destinations Italy, France, Spain, England Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Euroventure Travel From
30% Off- NZ$4,846
A Time to Remember (16 destinations)
75 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Spend wonderful time with my Better-half.”
Senthilkumar, traveled in March
Ten days of European treasures unfold from Rome's Colosseum to Paris's Eiffel Tower. Sixteen destinations including Strasbourg's Franco-German quarter and Switzerland's Mount Titlis showcase their beauty through guided city tours and scenic drives across 5 countries.
Duration 10 days Destinations Italy, Vatican City (Holy See), Austria, Switzerland, France Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
30% Off- NZ$3,239
European Highlights Escape - 12 Days
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The trip was very well organized and the mentioned hotels were of high quality!”
Lotte, traveled in June
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 All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Dutch Operator Dot Travel From $5,836
25% Off- NZ$4,377You save $1,459
London to Athens (Plus, Start London) (from London to Athens)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We felt privileged to have her running our contiki tour, and feel she balanced the responsibility and duties of her role with the social and fun aspect of travelling perfectly.”
Eamonn, traveled in July
A 17-day route through Western Europe takes you from London through Paris's Montparnasse Tower to Barcelona's Gothic Quarter. Unique stays include a 16th-century château in Beaujolais, while visits to Monaco's Monte Carlo Casino and Venice's iconic gondolas lead to Athens.
Duration 17 days Destinations England, France, Spain, Italy, Greece Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki From $5,745
10% Off- NZ$5,171You save $575
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Best tour companies for Western Europe tours
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.
Discover Western Europe tours for every budget
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Top Western Europe travel itineraries to fit your plans
Demographics
- Solo Travelers8,801 tours
- Couples8,158 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)387 tours
- Seniors (50+)3,699 tours
Best time to visit Western Europe
- 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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- Spring 2026
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 2026
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 2026
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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What Cultural Experiences Can You Join in Western Europe?
Western Europe's got some amazing cultural traditions you can really dive into. In France you'll love taking part in fika - it's this wonderful coffee break tradition where you can relax in charming cafés around Alingsås with cinnamon buns pastries and other treats. Want to learn authentic Spanish cooking? Head to Barcelona where you can join migrant students at Mescladis (supported by G Adventures) for hands-on tapas making. And when in Rome don't miss the chance to experience real Italian hospitality during a Be My Guest dinner on Isola Tiberina where you'll share amazing food and stories with locals.
Where Can You Find Natural Wonders Away From the Cities?
There's so much natural beauty to explore beyond the urban areas. You've got to see Norway's stunning Naeroyfjord (it's UNESCO listed) by taking a boat trip through the fjord. The Black Forest in Germany feels like you've stepped into a fairy tale - you can drive through or take beautiful hiking trails. Over in Ireland the Cliffs of Moher are absolutely spectacular whether you're driving the Wild Atlantic Way or joining a tour. And in Switzerland you can take an unforgettable train ride up to Jungfraujoch Europe's highest railway station for incredible views of the Alps.
What Are Some Different Ways to Get Around Western Europe?
Looking to explore beyond the usual routes? Try cycling around Copenhagen with Street Voices - they're this amazing social enterprise working with local guides. Sweden's lakes are perfect for a road trip especially around Lake Siljan where you'll get a real feel for traditional village life. The Scottish Highlands are fantastic for scenic drives or hiking if you want to discover hidden spots. And cruising the Rhine from Boppard lets you see all these picture-perfect villages vineyards and castles along the way.
Which Places Are Worth Visiting That Tourists Often Miss?
There are some real hidden gems worth checking out. Malmo in Sweden is really coming up - it's got this amazing art scene and such young vibrant energy with nearly half the population under 35. Derry in Northern Ireland often gets overlooked but it's packed with history art and culture. Lucerne Switzerland is absolutely beautiful with its Lion Monument and historic Chapel Bridge. And if you want to see traditional Dutch life head to Zaanse Schans with its iconic windmills - it's much quieter than the major tourist spots.
How Do You Get Around Western Europe?
Getting around is actually pretty straightforward with lots of options. High-speed trains like the Eurostar between London and Paris or Barcelona to Madrid are super comfortable and quick. The Oslo to Bergen train journey gives you incredible views of Norway's countryside. Cities have great bus and tram networks and you'll find ferries connecting coastal spots and islands. If you're planning to cover lots of ground think about getting a Eurail pass or maybe rent a car if you want more freedom to explore.