Europe Tours in October 2025
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- Athens to Dubrovnik Adventure 7-countries (Small Group)
- Balkan Experience – seven countries in two weeks - SMALL GROUP
- European Discovery (Winter, Start Amsterdam, Classic)
- Imperial Cities and Austrian Alps from Belgrade
- Semi-Private Balkans Tour; From Athens to Sarajevo or Belgrade
- Small Group Tour: 7 Balkan Countries from Athens to Dubrovnik or Split
- Hidden Balkan with Greece
- Real Central Europe
- Express to the Orient: Paris to Istanbul
- European Highlights
Duration 9 days Destinations Greece, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Kosovo, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia Age Range 6 to 90 year olds Operator Eskapas October departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 Oct, 2025 10+ spaces left 13 Oct, 2025 10+ spaces left From $4,537
3% Off- NZ$4,401You save $136
Balkan Experience – seven countries in two weeks - SMALL GROUP
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The scenery was one of the highlights. The Balkans now ranks near the top in beautiful landscapes.”
Andrew, traveled in September
Duration 14 days Destinations Serbia, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, Bosnia Age Range 1 to 90 year olds Operator Victor Tours DMC October departure dates
11 Oct, 2025 10 spaces left From $4,964
9% Off- NZ$4,517You save $447
Duration 12 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Vatican City (Holy See), Switzerland, France, England Age Range up to 35 year olds Operator Contiki October departure dates
9 Oct, 2025 7 spaces left From $3,647
25% Off- NZ$2,735You save $912
Imperial Cities and Austrian Alps from Belgrade
11 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We saw so many countries, a fairytale journey! Must do it with Serbia DMC tour 🙏🏻”
Farah, traveled in August
Duration 13 days Destinations Serbia, Hungary, Austria, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Slovenia Age Range 1 to 85 year olds Operator Balkan and more October departure dates
6 Oct, 2025 10 spaces left From $8,020
23% Off- NZ$6,175You save $1,845
Semi-Private Balkans Tour; From Athens to Sarajevo or Belgrade
20 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Best days in the Balkans!”
Nirvana, traveled in March
Duration 14 days Destinations Greece, Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia, Serbia Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Operator Choose Balkans October departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 Oct, 2025 10 spaces left 11 Oct, 2025 8 spaces left From $6,282
15% Off- NZ$5,340You save $942
Small Group Tour: 7 Balkan Countries from Athens to Dubrovnik or Split
22 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This tour made it really easy to experience the highlights without the stress of planning everything ourselves.”
Eldis, traveled in April
Duration 14 days Destinations Greece, Albania, Macedonia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Bosnia, Croatia Age Range 2 to 90 year olds Operator Choose Balkans October departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 Oct, 2025 10 spaces left 11 Oct, 2025 8 spaces left From $6,282
15% Off- NZ$5,340You save $942
Duration 15 days Destinations Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel October departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 Oct, 2025 10+ spaces left 11 Oct, 2025 10+ spaces left From $3,795
15% Off- NZ$3,226You save $569
Duration 15 days Destinations France, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria, Turkey Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel October departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 Oct, 2025 10 spaces left 9 Oct, 2025 1 space left From $6,935
10% Off- NZ$6,241You save $694
European Highlights
223 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The country we've been has lots of knowledge and stories.”
Cynthia, traveled in September
Duration 10 days Destinations Italy, Austria, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland Age Range 10 to 75 year olds Operator Expat Explore Travel October departure dates
See All Departure Dates5 Oct, 2025 3 spaces left 12 Oct, 2025 4 spaces left From $3,500
30% Off- NZ$2,450You save $1,050
What people love about Europe Tours in October
- Imperial Cities and Austrian Alps from Belgrade
Great tour! I would recommend this tour to people who would like a taste of Eastern Europe. There are definitely countries that I would come back to and stay longer in. Budapest is such a beautiful city and I would go back in a heartbeat. I also loved Vienna and Prague. The nightlife in Prague is fun. The food in Serbia is awesome and the prices are reasonable. I would also go back to Serbia again!
- Semi-Private Balkans Tour; From Athens to Sarajevo or Belgrade
Hey guys it was just perfect! Everything! From organization to beautiful places that we visited. I was all around the world but Albania is something else. Wine, sea, food, local people, history, cities - perfection! The places where we stayed were beautiful and clean and tour guide was lovely, talkative and kind. Recommendation to everybody!
- Small Group Tour: 7 Balkan Countries from Athens to Dubrovnik or Split
We spent 2 weeks with Choose Balkans Team travelled all over the Balkans. There’s so much to see and do in every place, this trip is definitely worth. It was great to eat local cosine. For us Berat was highlight of the trip.
What our customers ask about Europe Tours in October 2025
What are the best destinations to visit in Europe during October?
With mild temperatures and fewer tourists major European capitals like Paris Rome Amsterdam and Munich are excellent choices in October. The Swiss Alps show their autumn colors before winter while Mediterranean destinations like Venice maintain pleasant weather. Cities such as Prague and Vienna become more accessible as summer crowds thin out. Hotels like the Alpenrose in Wilderswil Switzerland serve as convenient bases for fall activities. A TourRadar traveler shares: "Visiting in October meant we could really enjoy outdoor attractions like the Rhine River cruise without summer crowds."
What unique festivals and events can I experience in Europe during October?
Cultural celebrations fill the European calendar in October. Vienna hosts its International Film Festival while local wine taverns welcome visitors for harvest season tastings. A G Adventures traveler notes: "experiencing Oktoberfest in Munich was a highlight - the beer halls were lively and authentic." Prague lights up with the Signal Light Festival and Budapest presents the Café Budapest Contemporary Arts Festival. Properties like Hotel Art in Split provide easy access to regional food festivals.
Are tourist attractions less crowded in October?
October marks shoulder season when major sites remain fully operational but with noticeably smaller crowds. Visitors will find shorter lines at attractions like the Athens Acropolis Dubrovnik's city walls and Venice's St. Mark's Square. Tour operator Balkan and More confirms: "visitors can enjoy more intimate experiences at major attractions with shorter queues and better photo opportunities."
What special fall activities are available in Europe during October?
The season brings distinctive experiences such as wine harvesting in Serbia's Fruška Gora region truffle hunting across Tuscany and leaf-peeping in Romania's Carpathian Mountains. Switzerland's Alpenrose Hotel & Gardens runs dedicated autumn hiking programs while Montenegro's Kotor Bay provides ideal conditions for boat excursions.
Are hotels and accommodations cheaper in October?
Accommodation costs typically drop during October. Hotels such as the Massimo d'Azeglio in Tuscany and Hampton by Hilton Schipol Airport in Amsterdam reduce their rates compared to peak season. Tour companies often secure special pricing at quality properties like the Royal Inn in Belgrade and the Alpenrose Hotel in Switzerland.
What are the best outdoor activities to do in Europe in October?
The comfortable weather creates perfect conditions for outdoor activities. Visitors can hike around Slovenia's Lake Bled where TruTradventures guests note the "stunning fall colors reflecting in the crystal lake." Options include kayaking Kotor Bay and cycling through Vienna's Prater Park. A Balkan & More guest reports: "the thermal baths in Budapest were magical in October - warm waters with cool crisp air." Many hotels including the Hotel Palisad in Zlatibor offer equipment rentals and guided excursions.