Slideshow: Rick’s Top 10 Tours for 2025

  • We've filled about 95 percent of our 2025 tour seats and it's fascinating to see which corners of Europe are pushing travelers' "must-see" buttons. If you haven't yet decided on the trip of your dreams for 2026, maybe this slideshow will inspire you. Let's go!

  • #10: Paris & the Heart of France in 11 Days Tour

    If the unforgettable sights of Paris, elegant châteaux of the Loire, Brittany's charming half-timbered villages, magical Mont St-Michel, or Normandy's stirring D-Day beaches keep rising to the top of your travel dreams, Paris & the Heart of France is the perfect tour for you.

  • Pub fiddler, Temple Bar neighborhood, Dublin, Ireland

    #9: Heart of Ireland in 7 Days Tour

    In a mere week of touring the Emerald Isle, you'll be surprised by all the amazing sights you'll see and the friendly people you'll meet.

  • Sainte-Chapelle, Paris, France

    #8: Best of Paris in 7 Days Tour

    Paris can be overwhelming, even for experienced travelers. With the insider's insights of an expert guide and line-skipping reservations to the best places, our Best of Paris in 7 Days tour makes the City of Light a true delight. 

  • #7: Best of Venice, Florence & Rome in 10 Days Tour

    Italy's great cities are a thrilling introduction to Europe, and this 10-day tour has long been Rick Steves' most popular introduction to Italy. Maybe seeing this guy has something to do with it?

  • #6: Best of Scotland in 13 Days Tour

    Sheepdogs: Watch them work. Pet their puppies. Need we say more? OK, there's more: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Highlands, islands, lochs, castles, and a wee dram of whisky.

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    #5: Best of the Adriatic in 14 Days Tour

    Slow down and experience the natural wonders of Croatia and Slovenia. From the Julian Alps to waterfall-laced Plitvice Lakes National Park to the jewels along the Dalmatian coast, our Adriatic adventure serves up a hearty mix of Slavic culture and Mediterranean romance.

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    #4: Athens & the Heart of Greece in 14 Days Tour

    On this tour you'll walk among ancient ruins in Athens, Delphi, Olympia, Epidavros, and Mycenae before hopping a boat to the idyllic traffic-free island of Hydra. Your entire day on Hydra is free to soak up the sun and whitewashed architecture as you wander the narrow streets and harbor promenade.

  • Discoveries Monument with fun group, Belem, Portgual

    #3: Heart of Portugal in 12 Days Tour

    With their "Europe in the old days" vibe, Portuguese villages feel far from the tourist crowd. This tour connects you with the Portuguese people in a range of inviting locales, from salty harbors to lovingly tended vineyards, on an adventure that is sure to be magical.

     

  • #2: Best of Ireland in 14 Days Tour

    We could show you plenty of colorful scenic shots of Ireland, but it's the people you meet who make each visit unforgettable. And if two weeks is too much of a stretch, we can fit you into our seven-day Heart of Ireland tour just fine.

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    #1: Best of Sicily in 12 Days Tour

    If you're looking forward to a warm and engaging welcome on your next trip, our Sicily tour is a sure thing. And the Mediterranean climate makes this island a great destination whether you choose to travel in winter, spring, summer, or fall.

    Learn more about our 2026 tours — 46 exciting itineraries covering nearly all of Europe — and book now to get the best choice choice of departure dates and save $100!