A quick and easy guide to planning your dream European holiday
When it comes to travelling, Europe has no shortage of attractions. The continent, which spans across 50 countries, is the birthplace of Western civilisation and home to impressive cultural heritage sites, breathtaking natural wonders, historic architecture, amazing artworks and lavish delicacies – and that’s really only the beginning.
With so much to cover, planning an effective and inspiring tinerary is certainly not the easiest of feats. But a smooth, hassle-free trip to the continent is within reach. Cosmos’ fully escorted touring can take you to the front seat of all the essential gems across Europe, leaving no stone unturned while allowing you to just sit back, relax and take in the glorious views.
Travel your way
Every traveller has their own distinct style – whatever your preferences are, there are options to suit. With Cosmos, you have the freedom and flexibility to explore all the sights or simply go at your own pace.
Want to check off a bucket list of must-see landmarks? How about setting foot in 12 different countries in the month-long All About Europe tour, where you can experience all the essentials from visiting Vatican City and snapping a picture with the Leaning Tower of Pisa, to trying your hand at Flamenco dance in Barcelona or setting out on a romantic, serenaded gondola ride in Venice. For a more compact vacation, you can take in a selction of the top capital cities, including Czech Republic’s Prague and Austria’s Vienna, in the two-week European Capitals tour.
Or perhaps you’d rather take the road less travelled: you can experience authentic tradition and local charms in the off-the-beaten-path towns and landscapes of the Cosmos Undiscovered series. The Eastern Med tour will take you along southeast Europe, starting from the mediaeval walled city of Dubrovnik to the seaside citadel of Montenegro’s Kotor before bringing you onto an overnight ferry trip across the Adriatic Sea to arrive in Italy’s port city of Bari.
Those looking for adventure at a more leisurely pace can opt for the Sicily tour, in which you will spend eight days on the Mediterranean’s largest island doing everything from sightseeing the iconic Palatine Chapel and the Acropolis and going on a cable-car ride to the mediaeval hilltop town of Erice, to walking among the charms of the coastal town of Cefalù and the majestic volcano of Mount Etna. Foodies can also try the affordable Gourmet Tuscany package, in which you can indulge in local produce, world-class wines and gourmet fare you’ll be savouring for a lifetime.
Whatever you want to do, wherever you want to go – there will be something amazing in store for you. Cosmos is always on the lookout for exciting places to go, unique experiences and fresh ways of doing things, keeping a finger on the pulse of today’s travel trends and getting ahead of them wherever possible. Adventure is out there, just waiting to be experienced.
Every little detail covered
It’s always the finer details that can make or break your holiday – luckily, Cosmos has got all the logistics handled so you can simply live it up and enjoy a smooth, seamless voyage.
With 50 years of touring experience, Cosmos is well-versed in the very best experiences and destinations around the globe. No need to worry about getting around or finding a place to stay – the motorcoach is ready to take you from point A to point B. Once you’re done with the excursions of the day, simply recline and plug into WiFi as you make your way back to your comfortable lodgings, be it the hotel room, the overnight cruise ship, or the train making its steady way through the Swiss Alps.
Thanks to their insider knowledge and tailored suggestions, each tour director and local guide will help you become immersed in and make the most out of the activities and excursions, ensuring that you will have an adventure to remember.
Your dream European holiday awaits – so get inspired and start building your vacation plans today.
This is a sponsored article written in partnership with Cosmos.