Europe

Top highlights of Europe

Marvel at Rome's ancient Colosseum
Soak of the stunning view along the Cinque Terre
Stroll along the Ringstrasse in Vienna
Enjoy bohemian Prague's legendary nightlife
Reflect on the tragedy of WWII at Auschwitz
Soak up the art and culture of Madrid
Admire Gaudi's quirky architecture in Barcelona
Dance the night away in Lisbon
Experience the romance of Paris

Hike in the legendary Pyrenees
See fragments of the Berlin Wall
Explore the best of Amsterdam by bike
Taste waffles in medieval Bruges
Discover Oslo's Viking past
Get acquainted with stylish Helsinki
Visit Soviet icons in Moscow
Immerse yourself in St Petersburg's storied streets and canals
Experience the rich diversity of the Baltic states

Travel to Europe with Intrepid

Vatican City - located in the heart of Rome - is actually an independent state. Its 0.4 square kilometres of territory makes it the smallest country in the world

Europe is the world's most visited destination for a very good reason - and 460 million visitors a year can't be wrong! Paris, Rome, London, Madrid and Berlin - Europe's most iconic cities reveal their world-changing histories among a backdrop of famous sights, epic mountain vistas, lush emerald fields and charming Mediterranean coastlines. And while history may not be everyone's cup of tea, contemporary Europe boasts groundbreaking art for the trendy, marvellous cuisine for the hungry and a large dose of luxury for the weary. A joy to navigate, travellers can ride the rails between sunny beaches, hallowed cathedrals and picturesque vineyards - or simply cruise between countries on Europe's many highways. Throw in Scandinavian snowfields, Russian grandiosity and Spanish siestas and there's no doubt that no other continent on earth manages to compile so many unique cultures and settings into one corner of the globe. Experience a land forever immortalised in art and culture, and see why Europe more than deserves its place among the world's most worthwhile travel destinations.