If you love Italian food and enjoy exploring new places by bike, take a look at our cycling tour to the sun-drenched region of Puglia, in the heel of Italy. Learn about local bread-making in Altamura, cheese-making in Putignano Agri, and wine-making in the fertile vineyards of Locorotondo. Then work off the extra calories with easy-going cycle rides along the wild coastlines of the Adriatic Sea, past cone-shaped Trulli houses and along quiet back roads lined with flourishing olive groves. 

Explore two islands in one week, each with it's own unique highlights. Discover the rich and fascinating history of the megalithic temples found on both Malta and Gozo. Visit the Ggantija temple complex, thought to be one of the oldest freestanding structures in the world, dating back to 3600 BC. Some of the colossal stones are over 5 meters long and weigh over 20 tons and the temple still reaches a height of over 7 metres. After exploring the archaological park, continue on to the remains of Calypsos Cave, alleged to be the cave referred to by Homer in The Odyssey and perhaps even have a refreshing dip in the sea from the nearby red sand beach.

Croatia is adorned with a treasure trove of cultural gems. Head to the UNESCO-restored town of Dubrovnik, also known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, to wander amongst whimsical medieval buildings and along bustling cobbled streets. The ancient courtyards of Diocletian's Palace in Split will transport you back in time to a bygone era and Games of Thrones fans will recognise the mighty Klis Fortress that played host to scenes set in the fictional city Meereen. 

Want to celebrate the end of lockdown with an active family getaway? Head to the rolling hills of Tuscany, Italy, to go canyoning in the Turrite Valley, tree climbing in Buffardello Park and cycling to the peak of Alpe de San Pellegrino. This vast natural playground is a thrillseeker's paradise, and the kids will have endless fun playing in the great outdoors. Plus, if the youngsters still have some energy to spare, they can splash around in the hotel pool in the evening while you recharge and get ready for more fun-filled adventures tomorrow. 

Hike beyond well-trodden trails with a walking holiday in Albania. The towering Accursed Mountains are home to colourful wildflower meadows and fertile valleys, and quiet back roads will guide you to deserted pastures and alpine forests that feel a world away from fast-paced modern life. Meet local shepherds tending to their herds of hardy sheep and stop for lunch with a local family in the remote mountain village of Theth in the heart of this unspoiled corner of Europe. 

Lose yourself in the vast valley landscapes of the Tatra Mountains on our eight-day moderate-graded Poland Hiking Tour. From the rocky canyon of the UNESCO World Natural Heritage Dunajec Gorge and far-reaching vistas of soaring pinnacles to glacial aquamarine lakes and mighty sheer-drop waterfalls, this lesser-visited area of Europe boasts a plethora of hidden gems and unique walking trails waiting to be discovered.