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A diversity of more off the beaten track Europe vacations & European tours from specialist & responsible operators & accommodations. All our Europe vacations are from operators commited to supporting their local communities and environments.

Europe vacations
Northern Lights and the Icehotel holiday, Sweden
See the Northern Lights and spend a night in the Icehotel, from £1495 (5 days) inc UK flights
Liveaboard sailing vacation in Greece
Combine a sailing and diving adventure in the Greek islands, from €694 - €750 (7 days) ex flights
Walking vacation in Tuscany
A variety of daywalks in the beautiful Tuscan countryside, from US $1330 - US $1460 (8 days) ex flights
Finland winter activity vacation & Northern Lights
Discover this Finnish winter activity wildernerss week, from US $1930 - US $2190 (8 days) ex flights
Liguria vacation accommodation, self catering apartments
Stay in a restored medieval village, from €560 - €1200 per apartment per week (sleeps 2-6)
Beach vacation in Cirali, Turkey
A charming, small boutique hotel, from £690 per chalet per week
Sea kayaking vacation in Croatia
Paddle around the Pearl of the Adriatic., from €715 (7 days) ex flights
Andalucia self catering accommodation, Spain
Farmhouse accommodation, a short walk to village, from £199 per person per week
Family activity vacation in Italy
A superb destination, from £965 (8 days) ex flights
Carpathian Mountains conservation & culture vacation
Wolves, bears & sightseeing, from US $1400 (8 days) ex flights
Cross country skiing in Norway
Skiing in Norway's Telemark ski region, from US $1460 - US $1490 (8 days) ex flights
Sintra Natural Park accommodation in Portugal
guesthouse, in Sintra Natural Park, Portugal near beaches, from €55 - €115 per room per night
Northern Lights winter holiday, Lapland
Wonderful accommodation in a Northern Lights hot spot., from £1625 - £1745 (8 days) inc UK flights
Catalonia self guided cycling vacation, Spain
Self guided cycling vacation, from £379 (8 days) ex flights
Walking in Andalucia, Spain
Week's walking tour in the beautiful Axarquia, from £649 (8 days) ex flights
Walking holidays in Spain
A walker's paradise, from €560 - €850 (8 days) ex flights
Troodos Mountains accommodation, Cyprus
Visit the picturesque village of Vouni, from £45 per apartment per night
Accommodation in the Mercantour, France
Beautifully located accommodation in the Mercantour, from £350 (7 days) per accommodation per week (sleeps 4)
Iceland photography holiday, glaciers, volcanos & waterfalls
Jokulsαrlon glacier lagoon, bubbling mud, ice, black beaches, from £1850 (9 days) ex flights
Sardinia cycling vacations, Italy
Cycle expanses of vineyards, oak valleys & secluded coves, from £860 (8 days) ex flights
Luxury yurt accommodation in Lanzarote, Canary Islands
Luxury eco yurt in a beach setting including hybrid car, from €1085 - €1295 per week (sleeps 4)
Husky safari in Finland
5 day husky safari in Finland's spectacular wilderness., from £1775 - £1945 (8 days) inc UK flights
Sardinia farmhouse accommodation
Converted farmhouse in the Sardinian countryside, from €29 - €50 per person per night
Bavaria self catering apartments
Apartments in the Bavarian Forest, from €375 - €1150 per accommodation per week

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These full and frank independent Europe vacations reviews are from travelers who have booked directly through responsibletravel.com. They are not edited by us or any of the companies we work with. Find the real story, from real travelers below.

Provence cooking & walking vacation
We had a simply terrific time and have already recommended the house to numerous friends, particularly those people who are seasoned travelers and are tired of the regular offerings (more)
From €470 - €590 excluding flights
Andalucia B&B farmhouse, Sierra de Grazalema
I loved this little farm and the people who run the B&B. It was in a lovely spot by a stream...I loved my time in the area of the B&B. (more)
From €49 - €58 per double room per night
Sea kayaking vacation in Scotland
My vacation was in the Outer Hebrides – a wonderful, awe inspiring and educational 7 days. The scenery was magnificent but one the most memorable experience for me was sharing it with five others that were just as impressed with both the location and history of the area as I was.  (more)
From £545 excluding flights
Cycling tour in Catalonia for food lovers, Spain
Biking in the beautiful country of Spain with my husband and good friends was the most memorable part. It was a wonderful experience, great trails, food and memories to last a lifetime. I am planning my next trip now! (more)
From €799 excluding flights
Lapland winter adventure holiday
The husky sledging was amazing and we also got to see the northern lights we did something nearly everyday and enjoyed every minute, went to the ice hotel you can't really explain in words how pretty the scenery is you have to go and see it to believe it. (more)
From £1445 - £1575 including UK flights
Wildlife sailing holiday in Scotland
Memorable for me for wonderful wildlife we really saw ( so often we have been disappointed, even in Amazon rain forest). We saw dolphins and seals and lots of beautiful sea birds, we fished and laid lobster pots. We caught a lobster, along with crab and star fish, and netted plankton which we examined under microscope.  (more)
From £578 excluding flights
Cote d Azur scuba diving vacations in France
Most memorable was diving in the warm, clear mediterranian waters with a friendly and professional guide. The driving company went out of their way to make sure we had a memorable trip. (more)
From £399 - £775 excluding flights
Self guided cycling vacation in Spain
We loved the flexibility of this trip - Alan and Vivian were happy to tailor the trip to our needs and always ready to offer advice or ideas. The trip they planned allowed us to see Catalonia and stay in some fantastic places without the hassle of sorting everything out ourselves. (more)
From €785 - €897 excluding flights
Sintra Natural Park accommodation in Portugal
The most memorable parts were being able to catch public transport to most places with a toddler; the fantastic location of the guesthouse; and the great innkeepers & their fantastic hospitality. (more)
From €55 - €115 per room per night
Andalucian mountains self-guided walking vacation, Spain
We have many fond memories from our short but action packed six day break in Andalucia, Spain. We couldn't have asked for a better base than this hotel, an impressive building, sympathetically modernised whilst still retaining its Spanish Farmhouse roots. (more)
From €300 - €360 excluding flights
Amalfi Coast walking vacation, Italy
The views on the Amalfi coast can not be captured in pictures, it is so beautiful. The walks we took each day were challenging and took us to areas not seen by tourists. It was spectacular...The whole itinerary was planned well and went off without a hitch. Really a great vacation.  (more)
From US $1440 excluding flights
Pilates & Italian cooking vacation, Piedmont
It was excellent! The pilates teacher, equipment, chef, bedroom - everything is super top quality. The idea itself - a blend of pilates and cookery is so inspiring and from day one makes you feel completely invigorated. (more)
From €1000 - €1100 excluding flights
Cirali beach accommodation, Turkey
It's hard to say what the most memorable thing was but one memory that stands out is being served an absolutely delicious breakfast every day at a table with a perfect white table cloth surrounded by flowers, friendly hens and kittens - all right on the edge of a stunning beach! (more)
From £790 - £890 per accommodation per week
Lake District family activity vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed it all - the walking and scenery was spectacular and the activities just pitched right for both adults and children. The trip was made even more enjoyable by the expertise, knowledge and personalities of the guides who were great fun. (more)
From £765 excluding flights
Northern Lights winter holiday, Lapland
Amazing - one of the best we have ever had. The different activities each day and information given on culture and history were fantastic. It was lovely to be somewhere so spoilt and quiet. (more)
From £1625 - £1745 including UK flights
Alicante self guided walking vacation
Fantastic scenery in the Sierra Altana - even though there was a fair bit of cloud and rain! The people we met and stayed with were, without exception wonderfully helpful and welcoming! Joaquime in Caossa was an absolute star! (more)
From £565 excluding flights
Catalonia self guided walking vacations, Spain
Really wonderful! It exceeded my expectations. Steve could not have been more helpful in coordinating and supporting us in this vacation. We loved the places we stayed, enjoyed the people and small towns. The food was excellent. The hikes we great. I felt like we really got to see the country and small communities. (more)
From £359 - £606 excluding flights
Family vacations in Scotland, nature & wildlife
I loved it! It helped the environment and taught you a lot about the area and animals around you. We were kept entertained and had a really fun time - I will always remember this vacation. (more)
From £400 - £600 excluding flights
Loire Valley self guided cycling vacations
The pre dinner drinks and craic (good conversation) and the dinners cooked by Debbie and Mark were always something to look forward especially when the legs were tiring and the backside a little sore! (more)
From €460 excluding flights
Walking in Andalucia, Spain
The most memorable part was stopping for lunch on top of hills with amazing views and the homegrown oranges... Top, really enjoyed, excellent value, very well organised, great fun and wonderful people. Also loved accommodation.  (more)
From £649 excluding flights

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5 stars
I am reborn! Simply the best vacation I have ever been on
4 stars
Some great stories to tell the grandchildren. Would recommend to a friend
3 stars
Very enjoyable
2 stars
It was OK
1 star
A bit disappointing really
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