Europe Vacation Planner
Ancient ruins, café-lined squares and island sunsets. A European vacation packs a dozen cultures into one trip — and a specialist ties the flights, trains, hotels and tours together.
Europe rewards a good plan: the art cities and coast of Italy, the islands of Greece, the cafés of France, the castles of Britain and the beaches of Spain and Portugal. Go independent by train and car, or let an escorted tour handle the logistics. A travel specialist matches the route, pace and hotels — and prices the whole trip.
Why Vacation in Europe?
A dozen cultures
Italy, France, Greece, Britain, Spain and more.
Cities, coasts & islands
Art, ruins, beaches and mountain villages.
Independent or escorted
Trains and self-drive, or a guided tour.
A specialist plans it
Flights, rail, hotels and tours handled.
Where to Go in Europe
Italy
Rome, Florence, Venice and the Amalfi Coast.
Greece
Athens, Santorini and the Greek Isles.
France & Spain
Paris, Provence, Barcelona and the coasts.
Britain & Ireland
London, Scotland and the Emerald Isle.
Popular Europe Vacation Ideas
- Italy — Rome, Florence, Venice & the Amalfi Coast
- Greek Isles island-hopping
- France & the Mediterranean
- Britain & Ireland journeys
- Multi-country rail itineraries
Ready to plan your Europe trip?
Tell us your countries, dates and style and we’ll match the perfect trip. Get up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from a Europe travel specialist.
Get up to 5 Europe vacation quotes!Why Smart Traveler?
Smart Traveler is a service of the travel division of Best of the USA, Inc. Entrust your trip to seasoned professionals specializing in cruises, tours, vacation packages, all-inclusive resorts and international airfares. With over 50,000 travel advisors in our growing database, we’re sure to have the experts right for your travel needs!
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Insider access to rates and partnerships unavailable to the average traveler.
Europe Vacations — Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to visit Europe?
May–June and September–October bring great weather and thinner crowds; July–August is peak and warmest, especially in the south.
Should I do a tour or travel independently?
Tours handle the logistics and add guides; independent travel offers flexibility. Many combine both — a specialist advises.
How many countries should I visit?
For a first trip, two or three at a relaxed pace beats rushing five. A specialist builds a route that fits your days.
How do I get a quote?
Request up to 5 free, no-obligation quotes from a Europe travel specialist and compare itineraries, hotels and dates.