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There’s still time to explore the Med in 2024...
The European summer may be coming to an end – but there’s still plenty of time to savor a small group adventure in the balmy Mediterranean this October or November!
Whether you fancy a jaunt around idyllic Italy or a memorable adventure through la belle France, the fall shoulder season is one of the best times to travel to Europe’s more southerly locales. As well as delving into rich cultures and sampling flavorful cuisines, you’ll:
- Experience fewer crowds and quieter streets
- Encounter milder weather than the peak summer months
- Soak up all manner of stunning seasonal scenery
Allow us to inspire you with the following enchanting Europe tours in the Med and beyond that still have a few seats available...
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Discover Portugal's culinary delights
“We loved the Fado music, loved the visit and tasting of olive oil, wine, cheese and jams at the family owned olive farm and vineyard... We have so many wonderful memories and highlights from each day of the tour”.
Wendy and Robin McGregor, who joined our Discover Portugal tour in October 2022.
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Astounding alpine landscapes and bewitching woodland scenery. Storybook villages with secrets to uncover, and twinkling towns where festive charm awaits.
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Our Battlefields Tour Leader Steve shares stories from the front line of the First World War, including the military sites and war memorials we visit, and the personal pilgrimages we make on our tours of France and Belgium.
Tour Leader Tips: Immersive Adventures in Spain and Portugal
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