Incredible European Small Group Adventures with Explore
Since launching in 1981, Explore has grown to become one of the UK’s best adventure travel companies, offering over 350 tours in around 100 countries. Whether you’re after a cultural discovery tour or a wildlife-spotting trip, a walking or cycling holiday or a family-fun adventure, Explore has the perfect tour for you!
We’ve hand-picked our favourite European adventures.
** SAVINGS of up to £100pp **
8-Day Croatia Island-Hopping
Enjoy sun and sea with a side of culture, island hopping along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast. Tick the highlights off your list, uncovering the history of the country’s terracotta-roofed cities, as well as the charm and beauty of its island life.
** Deposit from £190pp **
From £1,895pp
Operated by Explore
- Brac Island – Try stand-up paddle boarding or kayaking on one of Croatia’s most- iconic beaches, Zlatni Rat – otherwise known as the Golden Cape.
- Korcula Island – Get off the beaten track to uncover the island’s untouched corners and meet locals at a traditional farm.
- Dubrovnik – Explore the ancient history and architecture of the walled city’s UNESCO-listed Old Town.
- Boat cruise passing hidden coves, pine-fringed beaches, and dramatic cliffs
- Wine tasting and visit the walled city of Ston
- 3 nights comfortable hotel
- 4 nights premium hotel
- 8 breakfasts & 1 lunch
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Local transport as per the itinerary
8-Day Amalfi Coast Walking
Stretching along the south-west coast of Italy, the Amalfi Coast is a delightful patchwork of postcard-perfect seaside towns and lush rural landscapes. Walk the ancient stone stairways, limestone cliff paths and old mule tracks that link Campania’s picturesque villages, and discover Italian icons from Ravello to Positano and Capri.
** Deposit from £160pp **
From £1,595pp
Operated by Explore
- Bucket list hikes – Take on the Walk of the Gods from Bomerano to Positano. With unforgettable scenery throughout, the trail offers one of the most stunning hikes in Italy – if not the world.
- Italian hospitality – Experience a rustic way of life at our comfortable agriturismo accommodation, where you get a taste of family life, wines and local food.
- Visit Pompeii and Herculaneum – Discover these unforgettable UNESCO World Heritage Sites on an optional day trip.
- Hiking in the Ferriere Nature Reserve
- Free day to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum
- Walking the island of Capri
- 7 nights comfortable agriturismo
- 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches & 4 dinners
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Local transport as per itinerary
8-Day Malta & Gozo Discovery
Explore two Mediterranean gems on this trip spanning Malta and Gozo. Uncover Gozo’s ancient history and breathtaking landscapes, travelling across the island and stopping for dips in secluded bays. Then, hop across to Malta to tour its fortified capital, fascinating temples and quaint harbours littered with colourful fishing boats.
** Deposit from £142 **
From £1,420pp
Operated by Explore
- Discover Gozo – Get to know Malta’s unspoilt sister island, from the capital, Victoria, to the rocky coastline.
- Explore Valletta – Delve into the history of Malta’s scenic capital, admiring fortifications, churches and the bustling Grand Harbour.
- Tour the temples – Visit the oldest freestanding structures in the world, the UNESCO-Listed temples of Ggantija, Hagar Qim and Mnajdra.
- Walking tour of Victoria and the Ggantija temples at Xaghra
- Visit Dwejra and take a scenic walk to Xwejni Bay
- Tour of Valletta Old City and visit Saint John’s Co-Cathedral
- Walking tour of the Three Cities and Grand Harbour cruise
- Explore Hagar Qim Temples and enjoy local food and wine tasting
- Visit to Mdina, San Anton Botanical Gardens and the Mosta Dome
- 7 nights comfortable hotel
- 7 breakfasts & 1 lunch
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Local transport as per itinerary
8-Day Walking In Madeira
It might be small, but this volcanic island is bursting with beauty, from its unique geological formations to its breathtaking coastlines and its age-old traditions. Take in the landscapes, walking along cliff tops to the Ponta de Sao Lourenco and past alluring waterfalls, then, at the end of the day, get acquainted with local life, sipping Madeiran wine in quaint, local towns and villages.
** Deposit from £142pp **
From £1,420pp
Operated by Explore
- Levada Paths – See Madeira’s beauty at its best on several picturesque walks alongside the island’s unique irrigation channels.
- The Balcony Walk – Take in the spectacular mountain views along this famous path between the peaks of Arieiro and Ruivo.
- Funchal – Explore the laid-back capital with its beautiful gardens, historic buildings, and colourful farmers’ market.
- Hike Levada do Alecrim from Rabaçal to Risco Waterfall
- Walk through UNESCO-listed Laurisilva Forest to Faja do Penedo
- 4 nights comfortable hotel & 3 nights premium hotel
- 7 breakfasts
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Local transport as per itinerary
8-Day Highlights of Andalucia
Blessed with culture, history and abundant sunshine, Andalucia is an enthralling destination. Get swept up in flamenco, tapas and Moorish architecture on our tour that ticks off the greats from Granada to Cordoba and Seville.
** SAVE up to £100pp **
From £810pp
Operated by Explore
- Cordoba – Discover Moorish architecture from the golden era of Al-Andalus at the Mezquita
- Sierra de Arcena – Walk through the rolling landscapes of southern Spain to see the white villages
- Seville – Explore this characterful city and the stunning UNESCO-listed Alcazar Palace
- Tick off bucket-list sites including the Alhambra Palace
- 1 nights comfortable hotel
- 2 nights simple guesthouse
- 4 nights simple hotel
- 7 breakfasts
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Local transport as per itinerary
16-Day Balkans Rail Adventure
Get an authentic taste of the Balkans as you journey through the heart of the region on this fast-paced rail adventure. Travel from Slovenia to Kosovo via Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, Serbia, and North Macedonia.
** Deposit from £330 **
From £3,295pp
Operated by Explore
- Explore by rail – Travel by local train, including the Bar to Belgrade sleeper line
- Uncover stories of the former Yugoslavia – Journey across the Balkans and discover both the celebrated landmarks and lesser-known corners that shaped this fascinating region
- National parks and vibrant capitals – From the waterfalls of Plitvice and the iconic bridge in Mostar to buzzing capital hubs like Belgrade and Skopje, each stop reveals a new side of the region’s story
- 14 nights comfortable hotel
- 1 night basic overnight train
- 15 breakfasts & 2 dinners
- Experiences as detailed in the itinerary
- Explore tour leader
- Local transport as per itinerary
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