On this 15-day adventure traversing Europe from Paris to Istanbul, use local trains to follow the historic routes once used by the Orient Express’ carriages in the 19th century. Travel by train all the way from Paris to Budapest, with stops to explore the historic quarters and modern offerings of Strasbourg, Munich and Vienna. Then change lines and follow another historic route from Belgrade to Istanbul, riding local trains to experience Nis, Sofia and Plovdiv as you go. With plenty of free time to explore at each stop, and a passionate local leader on hand to point you in the right direction, there isn’t a moment you’ll want to miss on this rail adventure.
ExplorerTrain tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, Istanbul, Belgrade, Nis
Paris, Istanbul, Belgrade, Nis, Plovdiv, Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, Budapest
This tour of Türkiye and Egypt will take you through the most significant highlights of these fascinating countries. Begin your journey in the breath-taking cosmopolitan city of Istanbul; a city that blends rich history, man-made wonders, and a warm and welcoming culture. Explore the Topkapi Palace, the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, famous for its colourful ceramics. From there board a flight to Kayseri and continue your tour to Cappadocia, a city famous for its unique geological features dubbed fairy chimneys and the picture-perfect spot for hot air ballooning. Next, fly to Antalya to end your journey in Türkiye on the beach and experience nature and history as you explore the ancient sites of Aspendos, Perge, Side, and the beautiful Kursunlu waterfalls before flying to Egypt. Begin your journey in Cairo, the cultural hub of the Arab World. Take a flight to Luxor and embark on a relaxing four-night cruise up the Nile River. You will discover the ancient temples of Luxor and Karnak, the oldest temple compound in the world. Uncover the fascinating historical sights of Kom Ombo, including the tombs of Theban rulers, ancient kings, and queens of several dynasties. Continue your journey to The Temple of Edfu — the best-preserved ancient temple in Egypt and the second largest. Travel to Aswan and admire the Phile Temple, built to worship the Goddess Isis. Your last stop is Cairo, where you will admire the magnificence of the Great Pyramids of Egypt and Sphinx.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Istanbul, Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, As
Istanbul, Cairo, Luxor, Edfu, Aswan, Cappadocia, Antalya
This tour will guide you through the ancient temples, archaeological sites, breathtaking beaches of Egypt & Greece. Begin your journey in Cairo, the cultural hub of the Arab World. Take a flight to Luxor and embark on a relaxing four-night cruise up the Nile River. You will discover the ancient temples of Luxor and Karnak. Uncover the fascinating historical sights of Kom Ombo, including the tombs of Theban rulers, ancient kings, and queens of several dynasties. Continue your journey to The Temple of Edfu — the best-preserved ancient temple in Egypt and the second largest after Karnak. Travel to Aswan and admire the Phile Temple, built to worship the Goddess Isis. Your last stop is Cairo, where you will admire the magnificence of Great Pyramids of Egypt and Sphinx before you fly down to Greece. Your journey will begin in Athens, the famous capital of Greece known as the birthplace of democracy. Visit the Acropolis and see the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, two of the city’s most famous landmarks, before you board your ferry to Mykonos, a breathtaking island known for its exhilarating nightlife scene. Later, visit Santorini, where you will see the most beautiful sunsets in Greece. Lay back under the sun on the beautiful local beaches, set out to explore the traditional Greek villages, and lose yourself in the vast and varied landscapes of his romantic island. Finally, make your way back to Athens, where your island-hopping tour of Greece will come to an end!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
8-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Athens, Mykonos, Santorin
Cairo, Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Luxor, Edfu, Aswan
I was very lucky to be on the first edition of this tour in May 2024! It was great introduction to all the countries along the coast between Italy and Greece.
Itinerary was the perfect mix of capital cities and seaside towns, with plenty of options for swimming, city walks, and visiting historic sites.
Our guide Jude was passionate and knowledgeable about all the countries we visited, and about being a Topdeck guide in general and this really helped everyone get the most out of the tour!
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Journey from one ancient city to another on this nine-day overland trip across Greece to Istanbul. Discover the age-old temples of Athens, the Royal Tomb of Phillip, the Hospital Complex of Edirne and the culinary city of Thessaloniki. Along the way, make a stop at the floating monastery of Vistonida Lake, learn about silk in the shops of Soufli and meet women from the Pomak minority group, all before crossing the border to Turkey. With so much history and culture to explore, and local leaders from both nations guiding the way, you’ll get to know these two worlds in no time.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Embark on a journey through Central and Eastern Europe, exploring six diverse countries and cultures along the way. Wander Prague’s streets, unwind in a Slovakian castle and sample local flavours with alcohol tastings and a Pierogi cooking class. Reflect on history with a private tour of Auschwitz and embrace Paloc culture in Holloko, where you can try your hand at local crafts and try on traditional costumes. Travel across borders to Transylvania to explore vampiric lore and cobbled Old Towns and get to know Romania’s top sights and lesser-known charms. Through mountain scenery, UNESCO World Heritage sites, winery tours and local immersions, this trip will give you the full experience of these regions, all with a local by your side.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Uncover the medieval heart of Transylvania, as you journey from Bucharest to Budapest. Walk in the footsteps of Vlad the Impaler, explore UNESCO-listed citadels and soak up the charm of Sibiu and Timișoara.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Budapest, Bucharest, Harman, Bra
Budapest, Bucharest, Harman, Brasov, Sibiu, Timioara
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Discover the treasures of the Balkan Riviera on this unforgettable journey through Albania, Montenegro and Croatia. From Tirana to Dubrovnik, explore ancient towns, dramatic coastlines and cultural gems. Wander through Ottoman-era fortresses, cruise the Bay of Kotor and see the historic walls of Dubrovnik, soaking in the region’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Tirana, Vlore, Budva
Dubrovnik, Tirana, Vlore, Budva, Budva
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Journey through Croatia, Slovenia and Italy on an intimate small-group exploration of the Adriatic. Stroll through Zagreb’s historic squares, cruise across Lake Bled in a traditional pletna boat and marvel at the vast karst formations of Postojna Cave. Discover Istria’s coastal gems — from the Roman heritage of Pula to the Venetian charm of Rovinj — before arriving in Venice, where a gondola ride through hidden canals brings your journey to a memorable close.
Embark on a journey through the heart of Europe, exploring five diverse countries and cultures along the way. Wander Prague’s streets, unwind in a 13th-century Slovakian castle and sample local flavours with alcohol tastings and a Pierogi cooking class. Reflect on history with a private tour of Auschwitz and embrace Paloc culture in Holloko, where you can try your hand at local crafts and try on traditional costumes. This trip weaves together history, cuisine and cultural immersion so you can fully experience Central Europe – what are you waiting for?
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Prague, Belgrade, Olomouc, Krako
Prague, Belgrade, Olomouc, Krakow, Banska Stiavnica, Budapest
Amazing experience!! met the best people and had the best time! London to Athens was very jam packed and exciting, the greek island hopping was relaxing but also had lots of parties so it was a great way to end the trip!!
It was so fun. Sorta expensive but we had a great group of people and had a really great time at all the places. They liek to take us to karaoke bars so we didn’t really get to any other cool bars but it was still very fun and u could leave if u wanted.
Overall a great time and out tour leaver was sooooo amazing.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, Athens, Paris, Venice, F
London, Athens, Paris, Venice, Florence, Rome, Beaujolais, Barcelona, French Riviera
Embark on a spectacular 33-day journey from Vienna to Istanbul where you’ll gain a fascinating insight into how much regions can change as you cross national borders! Discover the hidden fairy tale gem of Cesky Krumlov, explore the classic Polish cities of Wroclaw and Krakow and join a guided tour around the medieval churches of Brasov, including Bran Castle – the inspiration for Dracula’s home. Breath in the crisp alpine air on a hike in the Pirin Mountains and dine with a local family during your overnight homestay in Viscri. Take a wine cellar tour in the Valley of the Beautiful Women and become acquainted with traditional Romanian culture and customs in Maramures.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
