Beat the heat with a European holiday in May
Before the intense sun and boatloads of tourists settle in for the summer season, find time in May to take a tour to some of the top 10 European destinations for this month. Visit Spain in May for warm and balmy weather, perfect for partaking in the San Isidro Festival or exploring the Moorish architecture of its major cities. If you’re keen to get your steps in before the peak mid-year heat, hike up the ruins of the old coastal cities of Croatia or get lost in the fortresses, temples and stunning landscapes of the central Mediterranean wonder that is Malta.
Top 10 Europe tours May 2024
| Departing | Trip name | Days | From NZD | |
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23 May 2024Premium Sicily |
Palermo to Catania |
10 |
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25 May 2024Sardinia & Corsica Sailing Adventure |
Sardinia & Corsica Sailing Adventure Sardinia to Sardinia |
8 |
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26 May 2024Andorra: Hike, Bike & Raft |
Soldeu to Soldeu |
8 |
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27 May 2024Six Days in TurkeyAges 18 to 35
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Antalya to Istanbul Ages 18 to 35
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6 |
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27 May 2024Best of Turkey |
Istanbul to Istanbul |
15 |
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27 May 2024Turkey Explored |
Istanbul to Istanbul |
18 |
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27 May 2024Turkey Uncovered |
Istanbul to Goreme |
14 |
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28 May 2024Premium Greece |
Athens to Athens |
8 |
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28 May 2024Spitsbergen Explorer |
Helsinki to Helsinki |
12 | ||
29 May 2024Best of Spain |
Madrid to Barcelona |
15 |
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29 May 2024Taste of Istanbul |
Istanbul to Istanbul |
3 | ||
29 May 2024Cappadocia Short Break |
Goreme to Goreme |
4 | ||
29 May 2024Athens to Santorini |
Athens to Santorini |
8 |
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29 May 2024Rome to Amalfi |
Rome to Minori |
8 |
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29 May 2024Portuguese Camino |
Porto to Santiago de Compostela |
10 |
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29 May 2024Croatia & Slovenia |
Split to Bled |
8 |
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29 May 2024Turkey Backroads |
Goreme to Istanbul |
5 |
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30 May 2024A Taste of Scandinavia |
Copenhagen to Oslo |
7 |
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30 May 2024Iceland Express |
Reykjavik to Reykjavik |
5 |
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30 May 2024Greece Real Food Adventure |
Athens to Athens |
9 |
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30 May 2024Portugal Real Food Adventure, featuring Galicia |
Portugal Real Food Adventure, featuring Galicia Santiago de Compostela to Lisbon |
8 |
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31 May 2024Northern & Southern Ireland |
Belfast to Dublin |
8 |
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31 May 2024Premium Split to Dubrovnik |
Split to Dubrovnik |
8 |
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31 May 2024Turkey Encompassed |
Istanbul to Istanbul |
15 |
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31 May 2024Iceland Discovery |
Reykjavik to Reykjavik |
8 |
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31 May 2024Premium Split to Belgrade |
Split to Belgrade |
16 |
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31 May 2024Premium Balkans in Depth |
Split to Bucharest |
26 |
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Highlights of May 2024 tours
Get lost as you roam the brightly coloured seaside villages of Cinque Terre on an Italian adventure. Sample the region’s local produce at the clifftop vineyards and olive groves while travelling between Monterosso, Corniglia and Riomaggiore. The walking routes of this region will give you a stunning view of the northwest Italian coastline but may require an afternoon swim to cool off after the steep climb.
Explore both sides of Budapest by day and night for a taste of this Eastern European capital city. Find yourself relaxing in a thermal bath or ascending the steps of Castle Hill for a panoramic view of the beautiful cityscape. End your evening with a stroll or boat ride along the Danube to see the beautiful vista by night or stop by one of the region’s signature ruin bars for Hungary’s national drink, pálinka.
Take a dive into new cuisine on a Real Food Adventure through Portugal. Sample Galician food on day one and learn how to cook it on day two. Sip on port and discover its origins in the city of Porto then enjoy the rustic life of a Portuguese farm before heading to the country’s capital. While admiring the city’s historical splendour, treat yourself to tapas and finish with the country’s favourite custard tarts.
Fancy an Irish adventure? Let Ireland’s ancient history astound you while traipsing across its vast island scenery. You’ll be met with man-made and natural wonders alike such as Ross Castle and The Giant's Causeway. When away from the country, find yourself tucked into a classic Irish pub for an energetic live performance, local delicacies and a pint of signature brew – a perfect way to end your day.
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