Springtime and thin crowds make April an excellent time for a European adventure

It’s spring in Europe, so get ready for budding flowers, longer days and warming temperatures. April is a great time to see some of Europe’s most eclectic cities and witness nature changing across the continent. With so much to see and do, you can find activities to suit all interests, whether it’s paying your respects to ANZAC soldiers in Gallipoli or walking across glaciers in Iceland. From food adventures for the cuisine-curious to hiking trails for the trekkers, enjoy the beauty of Europe in April.

Top 10 Europe tours April 2024

Departing Days From NZD
5 Apr 2024
Cappadocia Short Break
4 818
5 Apr 2024
Taste of Istanbul
3 850
6 Apr 2024
Madrid to Marrakech
15 5500
6 Apr 2024
Best of Central Europe
15 5765
6 Apr 2024
North Spain Discovery
8 3570
3213
6 Apr 2024
Spain, Portugal & Morocco
24 6765
6 Apr 2024
Premium Spain
11 9940
6 Apr 2024
Budapest to Bucharest
10 3610
6 Apr 2024
Classic Spain & Portugal
22 10135
6 Apr 2024
Turkey Highlights
8 2570
2442
7 Apr 2024
Rome to Amalfi
8 3965
3569
7 Apr 2024
Six Days in Iceland
Ages 18 to 35
6 2055
8 Apr 2024
Best of Italy
14 7000
8 Apr 2024
Six Days in Turkey
Ages 18 to 35
6 835
8 Apr 2024
Turkey Explored
18 3185
2867
8 Apr 2024
Turkey Uncovered
14 2500
10 Apr 2024
Turkey Encompassed
15 6025
5724
10 Apr 2024
Mainland Greece Discovery
8 3595
10 Apr 2024
Best of Greece
15 7465
11 Apr 2024
Dubrovnik to Venice
10 2865
2149
11 Apr 2024
Dubrovnik to Rome
17 5645
5081
12 Apr 2024
Gallipoli Pilgrimage
2 318
12 Apr 2024
Portuguese Camino
10 3960
13 Apr 2024
Turkey: Women's Expedition
12 4800
13 Apr 2024
Essential Turkey
Ages 18 to 35
10 1740
1653
13 Apr 2024
Real Turkey
Ages 18 to 35
15 2460
13 Apr 2024
Highlights of Portugal
8 3455
3110
13 Apr 2024
Premium Portugal
8 6440
13 Apr 2024
Explore Spain & Portugal
15 6760
13 Apr 2024
France & Spain
22 9685
13 Apr 2024
Turkey Real Food Adventure
11 3770
2828
13 Apr 2024
Hike the Rota Vicentina in Portugal
8 3465
13 Apr 2024
Best of Spain
15 6820
13 Apr 2024
Classic Greece
8 4030
13 Apr 2024
Barcelona to Rome
15 8320
7488
13 Apr 2024
France, Spain, Portugal & Morocco
31 10260
9234
13 Apr 2024
Paris to Madrid by Rail
8 3930
3341
13 Apr 2024
Classic Spain
22 10210
13 Apr 2024
Real Central Europe
Ages 18 to 35
15 3530
14 Apr 2024
Amalfi Coast: Hike & Kayak
8 4320
14 Apr 2024
Classic Barcelona to Madrid
7 4405
3965
14 Apr 2024
Premium Turkey in Depth
15 9115
14 Apr 2024
Rome to Southern Italy
17 9390
14 Apr 2024
Rome to Sicily
23 14200
14 Apr 2024
Classic Barcelona to Lisbon
15 9620
14 Apr 2024
Premium Turkey & the Caucasus
29 18970
14 Apr 2024
Walk the Camino de Santiago
7 2580
14 Apr 2024
Premium Greece
8 5170
15 Apr 2024
Eastern Europe Express
9 2580
15 Apr 2024
Iceland Discovery
8 5715
5144

Highlights of April 2024 tours

A gold-covered busker in Vienna, Austria

Cities aplenty in Central Europe

Looking for a little of everything on your European tour? Then look no further than our 15-day Central Europe exploration that takes you through the captivating capital cities of Vienna, Budapest and Prague, romantic rolling hills and significant historical locations such as Auschwitz. Alongside guided tours of each location, your local leader will share what the cherished drinks, delicious eats and exceptional attractions of each region are. You'll be an expert in Central Europe in no time.   

Commemorative shrine in Gallipoli, Turkey

ANZAC Commemorations at Gallipoli

The Gallipoli Peninsula is a significant place for Australians, New Zealanders and the Allied forces due to the significant military battle that occurred there in WW1. Every ANZAC Day (April 25th), a Dawn Service is conducted at the commemorative site to pay remembrance to those involved, especially the people that fought and the lives that were lost. Visit this poignant site during other times of the year in our Turkey tours and Short Breaks from Istanbul.

Travellers hiking along the Hadrian Wall in England, United Kingdom

Roman ruins in the United Kingdom

Travel through the ancient remains of pre-British history in the United Kingdom during a walk along Hadrian’s Wall. Along the journey, you’ll walk beside the forts and structures left behind by the Romans as well as get special glimpses of the Robin Hood tree and castles that are speckled across the English countryside. This trip is a perfect option for history buffs and moderately fit long-distance walking fans.

People relaxing in the popular Blue Lagoon, Iceland

Idyllic Iceland

Intrigued by the icy wonders and tranquil waters of the northern wonder that is Iceland? Then hop aboard a full-circle tour of this incredible country. Our tours will take you from glaciers and waterfalls to the lagoons and the eccentric residential regions of Iceland. April weather can be unpredictable in Iceland but being the off-season, prices are likely to be lower than peak time, you may even see the Northern Lights!

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