Best places to visit in May vacations
Discover the best places to visit in May. Cruise season is warming up, so you could hop in a small ship and sail along the Adriatic Coast, around the islands of the Aegean, or swoop down the Egyptian Nile. It's surprises abounds in Scotland, where rail trips explore the West Highlands, while weather along the Silk Road makes for great road-tripping potential.
41 Best places to visit in May vacations found
Luxury gulet cruise in the Aegean 2023
5 star services while cruising the Greek Islands in luxury
From £1,250 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2023: 27 May, 2 Sep
Split to Dubrovnik Luxury cruise, Croatia
Cruise Split to Dubrovnik in luxury via Croatia's islands
From £1,049 to £1,899 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 21 Aug, 24 Aug, 28 Aug, 31 Aug, 4 Sep, 7 Sep, 11 Sep, 14 Sep, 18 Sep, 21 Sep, 25 Sep, 28 Sep
Southern Croatia cruise in comfort
Cruise Croatia's beautiful islands on a small cruise ship
From £669 to £979 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 15 Oct
2023: 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct
2023: 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct
Altiplano de Granada activity vacation, Spain
Multi-activity Family holiday in the Spanish Lake District
From 396 to 607 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Las Alpujarras hiking vacation, Spain
Guided walking holiday, Andalucia, with writer Chris Stewart
From 1,295 to 1,395 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 17 Sep, 15 Oct
2023: 15 Apr, 13 May, 23 Sep, 21 Oct
2023: 15 Apr, 13 May, 23 Sep, 21 Oct
Amalfi Coast walking vacation, Italy
Walk in lemon groves and hillside villages
From US $1,949 to US $2,579 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 8 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 31 Dec
2023: 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 20 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
2023: 11 Feb, 18 Feb, 25 Feb, 4 Mar, 11 Mar, 18 Mar, 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 20 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov, 23 Dec, 30 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 27 Aug, 03 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 08 Oct, 29 Oct, 05 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov
Whale watching in the Azores
Classic whale watching trip in the Azores archipelago
From £610 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made to start on any day of the week from March to October
Our flexible booking policy means you can safely book in advance without risk. If you can't travel due to future covid related disruption, you would be entitled to a full refund or you can transfer your deposit to a future date.
Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan small group tour
A comprehensive tour through Azerbaijan, Georgia and Armenia
From £2,599 to £2,699 20 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 4 Sep
2023: 30 Apr, 3 Sep
2023: 30 Apr, 3 Sep
Puglia small group tour, Italy
Puglia, whitewashed towns, traditional farmland and fine cuisine
From US $2,349 to US $2,479 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 3 Sep, 17 Sep, 15 Oct, 5 Nov
2023: 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 8 Jul, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 4 Nov
2023: 1 Apr, 15 Apr, 6 May, 20 May, 3 Jun, 17 Jun, 8 Jul, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 4 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 03 Sep, 17 Sep, 15 Oct, 05 Nov
Greece yoga vacation
Yoga holiday in unspoilt Pelion, Greece by the sea
From £850 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 17 Sep, 24 Sep
2023: 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 16 Sep, 23 Sep
2023: 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 16 Sep, 23 Sep
Late availability special offer: £100 off per person on 17 September and 24 September Yoga Retreats
Spanish course & hiking vacation, Picos de Europa, Spain
Spanish classes + stunning hikes in Picos de Europa
From 719 to 777 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 22 Aug, 29 Aug, 5 Sep, 12 Sep, 19 Sep, 26 Sep, 3 Oct, 10 Oct, 17 Oct, 24 Oct
All 29th August courses have 100 off.
Scotland by railway vacation
Experience authentic Scotland independently and car-free
From £1,255 to £1,325 8 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made from April to the end of October.
Activity vacation in Montenegro
An active villa holiday at stunning Lake Skadar, Montenegro
From £695 to £795 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 23 Oct
2023: 7 May, 14 May, 21 May, 28 May, 4 Jun, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 25 Jun, 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep
2023: 7 May, 14 May, 21 May, 28 May, 4 Jun, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 25 Jun, 2 Jul, 9 Jul, 16 Jul, 23 Jul, 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep
Borneo tour, Great Apes and Beach escapes
Explore bustling cities, lush jungles and paradise beaches.
From £1,658 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build your own unique and meaningful trip. Slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there, add a few more active adventures along the way, upgrade your accommodation for that extra bit of luxury its up to you!
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Japan self guided trekking vacation, Nakasendo Trail
Self-guided walking along Japans ancient Nakasendo trail
From US $1,040 to US $1,845 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Luxury small ship cruise in Croatia
Luxury small ship cruise through Croatia's Islands
From £1,175 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 15 Oct
Kumano Kodo trail self guided trekking vacation, Japan
Self guided trekking on the Kumano Kodo Trail
From US $1,070 to US $1,445 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Dubrovnik & islands hiking vacation, Croatia
Walking holiday in Dubrovnik and islands in Croatia
From 790 to 880 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 3 Sep, 17 Sep, 1 Oct
Croatia self drive vacation
A self drive discovery tour of beautiful Croatia
From £1,045 to £1,575 15 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade throughout the year and can be adapted to suit your interests, budget and requirements as necessary
Archaeology vacation in Greece
A small-group archaeology tour of Greece
From 1,380 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 3 Sep, 10 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 8 Oct, 15 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct
Croatian coast walking tours, self guided
Self guided walking tour on the sunny Croatian coast
From 645 to 800 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at any time from 1st April to 1st November
Self guided biking tour in Croatia
Explore the amazing island's coasts, medieval town on bike
From 790 to 950 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
Departures can be arranged at any time to suit you between April and October
Cycling vacation in Portugal, self guided
A leisurely cycling holiday in the Algarve
From 665 to 729 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be arranged at any time to suit your requirements although we do not recommend trips in August due to high temperatures
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise in Croatia
From 580 to 790 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 28 Aug, 29 Aug, 1 Sep, 3 Sep, 6 Sep, 7 Sep, 8 Sep, 11 Sep, 12 Sep, 13 Sep, 14 Sep, 15 Sep, 18 Sep, 20 Sep, 21 Sep, 22 Sep, 24 Sep, 25 Sep, 26 Sep, 27 Sep, 28 Sep, 29 Sep, 1 Oct, 2 Oct, 4 Oct, 5 Oct, 6 Oct, 8 Oct, 9 Oct, 10 Oct, 11 Oct, 12 Oct, 13 Oct, 15 Oct
French Riviera yoga vacation
Experience real French culture while relaxing mindfully...
From 990 to 1,100 6 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip runs every week (mid-March to mid-Nov) with a set itinerary but the length of stay & arrival date can be adjusted to your needs
Algarve vacation accommodation
Enchanting agrotourism on 6 ha rural estate close to beach
From 65 to 250 per accommodation per night
Accommodation
Amalfi coast small group hiking holiday
This walking holiday explores the spectacular Amalfi Coast.
From US $1,520 to US $1,940US $1,820 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2022: 27 Aug, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov
2023: 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov
2023: 25 Mar, 1 Apr, 8 Apr, 15 Apr, 22 Apr, 29 Apr, 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 26 Jul, 2 Aug, 9 Aug, 16 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct, 21 Oct, 28 Oct, 4 Nov, 11 Nov, 18 Nov
Late availability on these dates: 27 Aug, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 05 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov
West Highland Line railway vacation in Scotland
Take the world's best rail journey to the Isle of Skye
From £981 to £1,055 5 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made from April to October
Arctic sailing voyages, North Spitsbergen
Spitsbergen tall-ship wildlife and natural history sailing
From 2,790 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2023: 15 May, 22 May, 29 May, 8 Jun, 18 Jun, 28 Jun, 8 Jul
Cordoba Sierra vacation in Argentina
Discover the Sierras de Cσrdoba and their amazing landscapes
From US $790 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
