Europe is not one-size-fits-all, and neither is the way you experience it. Some travelers want the ease of a guided land journey through iconic cities and countryside villages. Others prefer sailing along vineyard-lined rivers, exploring coastal ports aboard a small ship, or traveling with family on a journey designed for every generation.
Tauck’s 2027 Europe collection offers multiple ways to explore the continent, all with the same thoughtful planning, insider access, and seamless travel experience Tauck is known for. Whether you’re drawn to Croatia’s Adriatic coastline, Portugal’s wine country, the Baltic Sea, or the French countryside, these journeys are designed to help travelers experience Europe in a deeper and more effortless way.
Tauck Bridges Family Travel
Croatian Coast: Family Voyage
8 Days | Dubrovnik • Hvar • Korčula • Brač • Omiš
Tauck Bridges journeys are designed for multi-generational travel, creating experiences that are just as engaging for kids as they are for adults. One of Tauck’s newest 2027 itineraries, Croatian Coast: Family Voyage, invites families to explore the Adriatic aboard the Lupus Mare, a yacht reserved exclusively for Tauck Bridges guests.
The journey combines coastal exploration with hands-on activities and active adventures. Families can raft through the dramatic Cetina River canyon in Omiš, kayak or bike through Mljet National Park, and experience traditional Dalmatian culture during a visit to Terra Arhaica on Hvar, where guests learn local traditions like bread-making, fishing, and winemaking.
Along the way, Tauck balances adventure with cultural discovery through experiences like a scavenger hunt in Old Town Korčula, a visit to a stonemasonry school on Brač, and a guided tour of Dubrovnik complete with a gondola ride. With daily swims in the Adriatic and an itinerary built specifically for families, this journey offers an easy and memorable way to experience Croatia together.
River Cruising Through Europe
Exploring the Douro, plus Madrid
11 Days | Madrid • Porto • Salamanca • Douro Valley • Pinhão
For travelers who enjoy unpacking once while Europe unfolds outside their window, Tauck’s river cruises offer a relaxed and immersive way to explore. Exploring the Douro, plus Madrid pairs the energy of Spain’s capital with the scenic beauty of Portugal’s famed wine country.
The journey begins with three nights in Madrid, where guests can explore the city’s iconic landmarks, visit the Prado or Reina Sofía Museum, or take an optional excursion to the Gothic city of Toledo. From there, travelers cruise through Portugal’s Douro Valley, a region known for terraced vineyards, historic wine estates, and picturesque riverside villages.
Tauck-exclusive experiences include dinner at Michelin-starred Chef Rui Paula’s celebrated DOC restaurant, vineyard tours and tastings in the Vinho Verde region, and opportunities to hike or bike through the surrounding wine country. Combining cultural immersion with the ease of river cruising, this itinerary offers a slower, more scenic way to experience Europe.
Small Ship Cruising
Cruising the Baltic Sea
12 Days | Copenhagen • Helsinki • Tallinn • Stockholm
Tauck’s small ship cruises offer the atmosphere and access of boutique travel while still delivering the comfort and service of an ocean voyage. Cruising the Baltic Sea explores Northern Europe through the waterways that shaped centuries of trade, exploration, and Viking history.
Travelers sail aboard Le Champlain, discovering medieval harbor towns, UNESCO-listed Old Towns, and Scandinavia’s celebrated capitals. Guided tours in Helsinki and Tallinn provide insight into the region’s layered history, while guest lecturer Åsa Övrelid adds cultural context throughout the voyage with expertise in Nordic and Baltic history.
One of the journey’s highlights is a Tauck-exclusive farewell evening at Stockholm’s iconic Vasa Museum, dining beside the world’s only preserved 17th-century ship. With two-night stays in both Copenhagen and Stockholm, the itinerary balances immersive sightseeing with time to enjoy each destination at a comfortable pace.
Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome
12 Days | Rome • Amalfi Coast • Sicily • Malta
For travelers drawn to the Mediterranean, Sicily, the Amalfi Coast & Rome combines Italy’s coastal beauty with centuries of layered history and culture. Sailing aboard a small ship allows access to both iconic ports and lesser-known corners of Southern Italy and Malta.
Tauck-exclusive experiences include visits to privately owned palaces in Palermo, a private farewell dinner in Rome at historic Palazzo Brancaccio, and a visit with a Knight of Malta at Casa Rocca Piccola in Valletta. Guests can also choose between excursions along the Amalfi Coast, cooking experiences, and food-focused tours that showcase the region’s distinct flavors and traditions.
With overnight stays in both Malta and Rome, the journey balances time at sea with meaningful cultural immersion on land.
Guided Land Journeys
A Week In… Champagne & Alsace
8 Days | Kaysersberg • Colmar • Reims • Épernay • Chantilly
Tauck’s guided land journeys are designed for travelers who want to experience a destination in depth while leaving the logistics behind. A Week In… Champagne & Alsace explores two of France’s most celebrated regions through wine, cuisine, and local culture, all at an unhurried pace.
Travel along the Alsatian Wine Route through storybook villages, vineyard-covered hillsides, and historic towns shaped by both French and German influences. Tastings of Riesling, regional cheeses, and Champagne are woven throughout the itinerary, alongside guided visits to landmarks like the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims and renowned Champagne houses including Taittinger and Moët & Chandon.
Tauck-exclusive experiences elevate the journey even further, from a private dinner prepared at a chef’s home overlooking the Obernai Valley to an intimate evening at Moët & Chandon. With small group departures averaging just 24 guests, the experience feels personal, immersive, and thoughtfully paced.
The Tauck Difference
No matter how you choose to experience Europe, Tauck’s approach remains the same: carefully designed itineraries, meaningful local experiences, and seamless travel from beginning to end. From family adventures and river cruising to small ship voyages and guided land journeys, every detail is thoughtfully handled so travelers can focus on enjoying the experience itself.
With 2027 Europe itineraries now opening, this is the perfect time to start planning your next journey.
Contact your Coastline Travel Group Advisor to learn more about Tauck’s Europe collection and find the style of travel that fits you best.