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Resting under the Matterhorn - Shadow of the MatterhornIntroduction

Mountains, Castles, Coastlines all on your doorstep – there is so much to see and do in Europe – cities and towns both ancient and modern from the remarkably preserved ruins of ancient Pompeii to the striking spires of wintery Russia, Explore’s range of European Adventure Holidays can offer something new to even the most well travelled of explorers.

Whether you want to scale the peak of the Matterhorn in Switzerland or relax on a sailing boat cruising the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia you can find your holiday here in what is one of the - if not the - widest choice of active holidays in Europe.

Europe: been there, done that. (Are you sure…?)

A trip within Europe may not be everyone's idea of an adventure holiday; yet... how much of the Old Continent have we actually seen and experienced? - A trek through sulphuric lava fields, up and over one of the most temperamental volcanoes on the planet? (That's right: Etna, with its fireworks). Treading the millennial tracks of the Santiago de Compostela pilgrims? A moderate trek through the Corsican villages or the Picos de Europa? Observing the natural treasures of the Danube Delta? Or the cultural treasures of ancient Macedonia?


And as Europe grows and gently opens up, there are a myriad of other sites, species and landscapes for us to experience. There's a lot to be said for good neighbours… 

Tours in Northern Europe
Tours in Western Europe
Tours in Eastern Europe
Tours in the Eastern Mediterranean

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Dalmatian Island Cruise

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    Docking at the many local villages

    Croatia

    • Explore several contrasting Dalmatian Islands
    • Unwind, swim & snorkel & ramble along the Dalmatian coast
    • Savour the fresh seafood & sip the excellent wines

    8 days, from US$1300.00 without flights

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Bay of Naples & the Amalfi Coast

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    Ancient Pompeii

    Italy

    • Stay in traditional Sorrento Peninsula accommodation
    • A great historical snapshot of Southern Italy
    • Walk to the crater rim of Vesuvius

    8 days, from US$1610.00 without flights

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Winter Russia

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    The Trinity Monastery of St. Sergius/Mark Davidson

    Russia

    • Explore Moscow's Kremlin, Red Square & fabulous Metro
    • Visit the cultural gems & architectural icons of St Petersburg
    • Experience the unique atmosphere of the Russian winter

    8 days, from US$1870.00 without flights

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Levada Trails of Madeira

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    Walking along the cliff path of Sao Lourenco peninsula/Paul Bondsfield

    Madeira

    • One-week traversing this verdant isle on foot
    • Follow the levadas as they meander along the southern slopes
    • Enjoy the 'balcony walk' to Madeira's highest peak

    8 days, from US$930.00 without flights

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