Group tours to Europe from India

Explore the best group tours to Europe from India in 2025. Discover top European destinations including the UK, Spain, Germany, Scandinavia and Eastern Europe with all-inclusive packages, visa support, Indian meals and expert guides.

There’s something about Europe that pulls you in, maybe it’s the way sunlight hits the terracotta rooftops of Lisbon where you have seen Hollywood heroes running in multiple films ending in exciting action shots, or the quiet awe of standing before the Colosseum which you have already watched on screen in the film Gladiator. Maybe it’s sipping coffee where Mozart once walked, or watching the northern skies blur into gold over a fjord in Norway, a place you have only visited in your Geography book. A Europe tour from India is like a dream you have nursed forever.

But let’s be honest, planning a Europe trip from India can feel like solving a puzzle with a hundred moving pieces. Visas, bookings, language barriers, local transport… It can be overwhelming. That’s when Indian tour operators to Europe can help you out.

That’s why group tours to Europe are such a game-changer. You get the thrill of exploring new countries, the ease of having everything sorted and the joy of doing it all with fellow travellers who might just become lifelong friends. From the fairy-tale towns of Germany to the flamenco nights in Spain, from Baltic secrets to the wild beauty of the Scottish Highlands, these tours let you just show up and live the story. No stress. Just memories waiting to be created.

Where to go in Europe: Best group tour circuits for Indian travellers

Every traveller wants something different from Europe. And as Indian tour operators to Europe we know precisely that. Some go for the castles, some for the streets, some just want to wander and feel the place. These group tours cover routes that make sense, no rush, no overplanning. Just solid days spent in the kind of places you’ve seen in photos and always wanted to go. If you’re looking for something real, something easy, something unforgettable, start here.

Region	Countries & Key Cities	Top Experiences	Best Time to Visit
Scandinavia	Denmark: Copenhagen, Aarhus Norway: Stavanger, Bergen, OsloSweden: StockholmFinland: Helsinki	Fjord cruises, Viking museums, bike-friendly cities, hygge cafés, Northern Lights (in late autumn/winter)	May – September
Eastern Europe and Venice	Austria: Vienna Croatia: Zagreb, Dubrovnik, Cavtat Bosnia: Sarajevo Slovenia: Ljubljana Italy: Venice	Vienna’s museums, Dubrovnik’s city walls, Sarajevo’s historical sites, Ljubljana’s riverside charm, Venice’s canals	April – October
UK, Scotland and Ireland	UK: London, Durham Scotland: Edinburgh, Inverness, Glasgow Ireland: Dublin	Edinburgh Castle, London’s royal landmarks, Irish pubs, Loch Ness, Trinity Library	May – September
Germany	Berlin, Nuremberg, Munich, Frankfurt, Dortmund, Hannover	Berlin Wall & Holocaust Memorial, Munich’s beer gardens, fairy-tale towns, WWII history, automotive museums	May – October
Spain and Portugal	Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Granada, Seville Portugal: Lisbon	Alhambra, Sagrada Família, Flamenco nights, Lisbon’s trams, Gothic quarters, Tapas & Fado	April – June, September – October
The Baltics	Estonia: Tallinn Latvia: Riga Lithuania: Vilnius	Medieval towns, Art Nouveau buildings, alternative art spaces, Baltic beaches, Gothic churches	Late May – Early September

Northern Elegance: Scandinavia

This one’s for those who like quiet streets, clear lakes, sharp air, towns that feel lived in but untouched. History sits side by side with everyday life. And no matter where you are, nature’s never far.

Denmark

Denmark has a way of surprising you without trying too hard. Everything works, buses, bikes, cafés, people’s sense of time. It’s clean, calm, and full of character. The cities are designed for life, not traffic. You won’t see chaos here, just small details that stay with you: A corner bakery, the smell of sea air, or a local helping you out without hesitation.

Copenhagen

This city exists in its own confident rhythm. Painted townhouses by the canal, soft-spoken locals biking past, and cafés tucked into cobbled lanes. It’s got just the right amount of cool, creative, functional and beautiful in that effortless Scandinavian way.

Things to do:

Nyhavn Harbour – probably the most photogenic place in town; colourful boats, open-air cafés and stories behind every building
The Little Mermaid – small, simple, but iconic; a quiet tribute to Andersen’s fairy tale
Christiansborg & Amalienborg Palaces – a peek into Danish royalty, architecture, and how history still lives on
Strøget – not just a shopping street, it’s a long walk through the heart of the city
King’s Garden – sit under a tree, listen to street music, and let the day slow down

Aarhus

Aarhus feels like Copenhagen’s younger sibling, less polished, but full of heart. It’s where the old meets the new. Students keep the energy fresh, and the architecture flips between Viking roots and modern design with ease.

Things to do:

Den Gamle By – a living museum that feels like time travel
ARoS Art Museum – walk through its rainbow rooftop and then get lost in its underground installations
Latin Quarter – narrow streets, second-hand shops, vinyl stores, and good coffee
Marselisborg Forest – perfect for a quiet hike or a lazy walk under tall trees

Best time to visit Denmark:
May to early September – Days are long, weather is good and the cities are full of life. Aarhus Festuge in August brings music, art and open-air performances across town.

Norway

Norway is nature’s own masterpiece. The roads are winding and scenic, the landscapes seem unreal, like someone painted them on a massive canvas. But it’s not just fjords and mountains, there’s a calm city life here too, tucked into harbours and valleys, moving at its own pace.

Stavanger

A quiet town with colourful wooden houses and friendly faces. You will find oil workers, artists, and travelers all sharing the same cafés. It’s also your launchpad to the wild beauty of Norway’s fjords.

Things to do:

Gamle Stavanger – old wooden buildings, cobbled streets and a strange sense of stillness that makes you slow down
Lysefjord Cruise – sail through deep waters surrounded by cliffs; Preikestolen looks like it shouldn’t exist, but it does
Petroleum Museum – yes, it’s about oil, but it tells you a lot about modern Norway
Harbour walk – grab a seafood platter and watch the boats roll in

Bergen

When people say “fairy tale town,” they’re probably thinking of Bergen. Surrounded by mountains and laced with rain, this place feels like a movie set. But it’s real, and it has stories to tell.

Things to do:

Fløibanen to Mount Fløyen – the view is worth every second, even better if you hike back down
Bryggen Wharf – tilted buildings, narrow alleys, and a sense that time moves slowly here
Fish Market – fresh, local, and perfect for trying things you’ve never tasted
Hanseatic Quarter – walk it once, then walk it again—it changes with the light

Oslo

Modern, green, and spaced out. Oslo doesn’t crowd you. Museums sit next to forests, and the waterfront is made for slow evenings.

Things to do:

Vigeland Park – giant sculptures that are raw, emotional, and impossible to forget
Fram & Viking Ship Museums – stories of survival, adventure, and discovery
Aker Brygge – a boardwalk lined with restaurants, locals sunbathing, and boats docking
Frogner Park – peaceful, expansive, and made for quiet walks

Best time to visit Norway:
June to August – This is Norway’s golden window. The light stays late, the fjords are alive, and you can sit outside even at midnight.

Sweden

In Sweden everything feels like it was made with care, from the clean metro stations to the way people wait patiently for the light to turn green. It’s a country that doesn’t demand attention but earns it anyway.

Stockholm

Spread across 14 islands, Stockholm is made for wandering. Water everywhere, bridges that lead to royal palaces or quiet neighbourhoods and a sense of balance between tradition and modern life.

Things to do:

Gamla Stan – cobbled streets, lantern-lit evenings, and a true old-town vibe
Royal Palace & Nobel Prize Museum – step into royalty, then into ideas that changed the world
Vasa Museum – an entire warship pulled from the sea and preserved in a museum. It’s massive.
Fika time – not just coffee. It’s a ritual. Sit down, pause the day, have a cinnamon bun

Best time to visit Sweden:
May to September – Clear days, open-air concerts, endless sunlight. Stockholm’s summer is something else—everything’s alive.

Finland

Finland doesn’t care for touristy show-offs. It’s slow, steady and filled with design, lakes, and people who let you be. It’s a place where forests outnumber people and even cities feel like they’ve been carved carefully into nature.

Helsinki

Minimalist, sea-facing and confident in its calm. You’ll see modern architecture next to Orthodox churches, street art near clean tram lines and always a bit of sea breeze in the air.

Things to do:

Suomenlinna Fortress – take the ferry and spend a few hours wandering around this island fort
Senate Square & Helsinki Cathedral – white stone, wide open spaces and a quiet kind of grandeur
Design District – the kind of stores where you touch everything but can’t afford most of it
Market Square – fresh salmon soup, rye bread, local crafts, and friendly vendors

Bonus: If time allows, visit Naantali and Turku, both laid-back towns with colourful wooden houses, old stone churches, and the kind of silence you don’t get in cities.

Best time to visit Finland:
June to early September – Long, slow days. Locals are outdoors, markets are lively and you’ll see the Baltic coast at its best.

Eastern Europe, Venice & Vienna

Vienna | Zagreb | Dubrovnik | Cavtat | Sarajevo | Ljubljana | Venice
This part of Europe feels different. It’s rough around the edges, full of contrasts. One minute you’re standing in a medieval square, the next you’re looking at a bullet-marked wall. There’s weight here, history that didn’t get washed away or painted over. The coastlines are wild, the cities honest. History speaks here and maybe that’s what makes these places unforgettable.

Austria

Austria moves with quiet grace. It doesn’t push, it flows. The buildings stand tall with stories in their walls, and the streets hum with classical music and the scent of fresh strudel. It’s polished but not plastic. Here, history isn’t frozen; it lives.

Vienna
Vienna isn’t fast, and it isn’t flashy. It’s a city that asks you to slow down. To sit with a coffee for an hour. To walk without rushing. Every corner feels composed, like someone thought about the light, the layout, the sound.

Things to do:

Schönbrunn Palace – more than a royal home; a walk into Austria’s imperial past
Belvedere Museum – bold paintings, calm halls and Klimt’s “The Kiss” right where it should be
Stephansplatz – heart of the city with street music, shops, and centuries beneath your feet
Ringstrasse tram ride – circle the city like locals do
Café Central – not just for coffee, but for the silence between conversations

Best time to visit Austria:
April to October – Spring brings flowers, summer fills the streets with music, and autumn paints Vienna in gold. Anytime is a good time if you don’t mind a coat or a scarf.

Croatia

Croatia feels like it’s made of layers, stone walls, sea winds, old towns and long days. Every town has a rhythm. Every coast holds stories. It’s not manicured, it’s alive, worn in, and sun-soaked.

Zagreb
In Zagreb trams roll by slowly. People sit on benches, not screens. There’s grit, but also grace.

Things to Do:

Upper Town (Gornji Grad) – old houses, church spires and narrow lanes that lead to quiet views
Museum of Broken Relationships – strange, sad and deeply human
Dolac Market – fresh fruit, loud voices, and the smell of home cooking
Sit by a statue, eat something local, and stay a while

Dubrovnik
It’s hard to believe Dubrovnik is real. The walls rise above the sea like something out of a legend.

Things to Do:

Walk the city walls – every step gives you a new view of red roofs and the deep blue Adriatic
Mount Srđ – the ride up is steep, the view is wide, and silence makes more sense up there
Explore alleys that twist, turn, and suddenly open into quiet courtyards
Swim off the rocks. Not for the photo—for the feeling

Cavtat
Cavtat is where you go when Dubrovnik gets too loud. Boats, stone houses and a breeze that makes you forget time.

Things to Do:

Walk the waterfront – no noise, just lapping waves and locals fishing
Racic Mausoleum – simple, white, and hauntingly beautiful

Best Time to Visit Croatia:
May to October – The sea’s warm, towns stay open late and everything slows down just enough for you to catch your breath.

Bosnia

Bosnia doesn’t hide its past. It wears it openly, on walls, in faces, in the rhythm of the streets. It’s not an easy place, but it’s real. You feel every layer, pain, pride and peace. A place that teaches you without trying.

Sarajevo
East and West don’t just meet here, they mix. Ottoman bazaars sit next to Austro-Hungarian facades. Churches and mosques share the same skyline. The city carries scars but walks with strength.

Things to Do:

Baščaršija – old bazaar full of copperware, spices, and thick Bosnian coffee
Latin Bridge – where one bullet changed the world
Tunnel of Hope – a narrow path that once saved a city
Yellow Fortress – hike up, sit on the wall, and look over Sarajevo at sunset

Best Time to Visit Bosnia:
May to September – Warm days, green hills, and streets that come alive. Spring and summer soften the city’s edges.

Slovenia

Slovenia is soft, green, and full of surprises. Forests meet fairytale towns. Castles sit above rivers. It’s small, but every corner feels curated by nature herself. You don’t pass through—you stay longer than you planned.

Ljubljana
Ljubljana feels like someone whispered it into being. Bridges with dragons, riverside cafés and a calmness that makes you want to walk everywhere, even when you don’t need to.

Things to Do:

Dragon Bridge – strange and beautiful, like the city itself
Ljubljana Castle – ride up or walk if you like stairs; the view is your reward
Metelkova – street art, music, and messages scrawled in colour
Sit by the river with a drink. That’s it. Just be there

Best Time to Visit Slovenia:
May to September – Sunshine, open-air events, and lakes that look painted. The whole country feels alive.

Italy

Italy has been described too many times but the thing is, it still hits you when you see it. It doesn’t matter how many photos you’ve scrolled past.

Venice
It’s chaos and calm all at once. Gondolas slide past. Bells ring. A woman sings from a window. You lose your map, and that’s when the magic begins.

Things to Do:

Grand Canal vaporetto – sit back and let the city unfold like a dream
Rialto Market – loud, local, and full of the smell of salt and citrus
St. Mark’s Basilica – gold, marble, and silence beneath the dome
Murano – glass that glows; a quieter kind of beauty
Get lost. Not by accident, but on purpose

Best Time to Visit Venice:
April to June, September to October – The air’s cooler, the light is softer, and Venice moves a little slower.

Extensive UK, Scotland and Ireland

This trip isn’t shiny. It’s real. Old towns, cold winds, foggy mornings, and stories that hit differently when you hear them where they happened. You’ll walk through streets that have seen kings and protests, pass pubs older than countries, and stand on cliffs that don’t need a filter. London’s fast, Edinburgh’s proud, Dublin’s got soul, and in between it all, there’s space to breathe, think, feel. This isn’t just a holiday. It’s a long, honest look at a part of the world that’s rough, beautiful, and unforgettable in the most unexpected ways.

United Kingdom

The UK isn’t one story; it’s layers of them. Grand palaces, old pubs, grey skies, and cities that never really sleep. It’s where modern life brushes up against centuries of history like it’s no big deal. And somehow, it all fits.

London
London moves fast. Red buses, black cabs, the hum of the Tube, it’s alive, even in the rain. But between the rush, there’s space to breathe. Parks, hidden corners, and stories behind every door. You don’t just visit London—you join it.

Things to Do:

Buckingham Palace – even if royalty’s not your thing, it’s worth the walk
Tower of London – grim, grand, and full of legends
London Eye – a slow spin with the city at your feet
Stroll along the Thames – past Shakespeare’s Globe, old bridges, and open-air buskers
Camden Market or Borough Market – food, noise, smells, everything at once

Durham
Smaller, slower, and older. Durham feels like stepping back, stone streets, a towering cathedral, and a river that curves like it’s protecting the past. It’s calm, worn-in, and solid.

Things to Do:

Durham Cathedral – still, silent, and deeply moving
Walk the riverside path – especially at sunset
Explore the medieval streets without a map
Pop into a quiet café and just watch the world go by

Best Time to Visit the UK:
May to September – Summer brings long days and green parks. You’ll still need a jacket, but that’s just Britain.

Scotland

Scotland isn’t soft. It’s wild and weathered, full of misty hills, crashing waves, and voices that carry stories like fire. The land feels alive, with raw cliffs, dark lochs, and skies that shift by the hour. It doesn’t try to be beautiful, it just is.

Edinburgh
Edinburgh feels like a tale told in stone. The castle watches from above, the Royal Mile winds down like a spine, and something about the air makes you walk slower. It’s dramatic, poetic, and full of ghosts.

Things to Do:

Edinburgh Castle – heavy with history and views that stretch forever
Royal Mile – buskers, bagpipes, whisky shops, and stories in every close
Arthur’s Seat – hike up for a city view that hits different
Grassmarket – pubs with low ceilings and louder laughter

Inverness
Gateway to the Highlands. Inverness is quiet and close to the wild. You can feel the change in pace here, the mountains are nearer, the air tastes different, and everything slows down.

Things to Do:

Loch Ness – boat out into the fog and chase legends
Culloden Battlefield – feel the weight of history under grey skies
Inverness Castle & River Walk – simple, scenic, and slow
Highland pubs – warmth, whisky, and maybe live music if you’re lucky

Glasgow
Rougher, louder, and full of life. Glasgow doesn’t polish itself up, and that’s why it works. The art, the music, the grit, the humour, it’s a city that doesn’t care if you “get it.” But once you do, it stays with you.

Things to Do:

Kelvingrove Museum – art, science, and a pipe organ that fills the room
The Riverside Museum – old trams, ships, and stories from the Clyde
Sauchiehall Street – shops, food, music, noise
Live gig in a local bar – Glasgow’s soul comes alive with sound

Best Time to Visit Scotland:
May to September – When the moors are green, the skies are clearer, and the rain gives you a bit of a break.

Ireland

Ireland doesn’t try too hard. It doesn’t need to. The beauty’s natural, the people warm, and the humour dry. You’ll hear stories in pubs, songs in alleyways, and silence in the hills. It’s soft in all the right ways.

Dublin
Dublin is friendly before anything else. Even if the weather’s moody, the city isn’t. It’s made for walking, for talking, for getting a little lost and not minding at all.

Things to Do:

Trinity College Library – old wood, old books, and that smell of history
Temple Bar – not just for drinking, but for music echoing down the lanes
Dublin Castle – less flashy, more real
Grafton Street – live music, busy shoppers, street performers
Guinness Storehouse – for the view from the Gravity Bar and a pint that tastes better here

Best Time to Visit Ireland:
May to early October – When the sun breaks through and lights up the green in a way that doesn’t feel real. Spring and summer bring festivals, music, and easy days.

German Grandeur

Germany

Germany doesn’t show off, but it doesn’t need to. It’s solid, sharp, and full of contrast. One moment you’re looking at a stretch of wall that once split the world in two, and the next you’re drinking beer under fairy-tale rooftops. There’s history in the bricks, rhythm in the streets, and a kind of order that somehow makes room for wild creativity. This trip moves through six cities, each with its own pulse.

Berlin
Berlin is loud in the quietest way. You won’t find perfection here, but you’ll find truth. It’s a city that’s broken, rebuilt, remembered, and reimagined—again and again. Walls, art, subways, scars. And yet, somehow, Berlin moves forward without forgetting a thing.

Things to Do:

Walk along the East Side Gallery – a wall that once divided, now covered in hope
Holocaust Memorial – stand still. Let it hit you
Brandenburg Gate – a symbol with weight behind it
Museum Island – history, art, silence
Berlin nightlife – if you’re up for it, Berlin doesn’t sleep

Nuremberg
Old meets heavy here. Storybook buildings, yes—but with shadows of war trials and fire. Nuremberg holds its past in plain sight, without softening it. You walk through it, feel it, learn from it.

Things to Do:

Nuremberg Castle – high walls, deep views
Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds – not easy, but important
Old Town – half-timbered houses and narrow lanes
Hauptmarkt – the square where life gathers

Munich
Clean, classic, and proud. Munich wears tradition like a well-kept coat—Bavarian charm, beer halls, and wide boulevards. But it’s not stuck in the past. It’s alive, sharp, and smooth.

Things to Do:

Marienplatz – the heartbeat of the city, where everything begins
Hofbräuhaus – beer, brass bands, and long tables full of noise
English Garden – a green space so big you’ll forget you’re in a city
BMW Museum – sleek lines, shiny speed, German precision

Frankfurt
Glass towers and old streets live side by side here. Frankfurt’s a financial hub, but if you look past the suits, you’ll find museums, riverside walks, and a skyline that lights up without trying too hard.

Things to Do:

Römerberg – old town charm in a city of skyscrapers
Städel Museum – where art meets atmosphere
Main Tower – view the city from above, then come back down for apple wine
Take a walk along the River Main. It clears your head

Dortmund
Known for football and beer, Dortmund is gritty in the best way. It’s not touristy, and that’s its strength. It’s where real life happens—loud, fast, and full of character.

Things to Do:

Signal Iduna Park – even if you’re not into football, the energy’s unreal
Dortmunder U – modern art meets industrial past
Brewery tour – taste where the city’s roots lie
Westfalenpark – big, open, and breathing

Hannover
Underrated and easygoing. Hannover doesn’t demand your attention—but it rewards it. There’s greenery, old buildings, and a rhythm that feels slow in all the right ways.

Things to Do:

Herrenhausen Gardens – quiet, clipped, and calming
Old Town – small, charming, full of detail
Maschsee Lake – rent a boat, take a walk, or do nothing at all
Sprengel Museum – a mix of bold, weird, and thoughtful

Best Time to Visit Germany:
May to October – Long days, warm air, beer gardens open, festivals in full swing. Summer brings life to the streets. Autumn turns the cities golden.

Spain & Portugal – The Spanish ring with Lisbon

Madrid | Barcelona | Valencia | Granada | Seville | Lisbon
This route doesn’t just show you Spain, it lets you feel it. Streets that echo with flamenco, buildings that don’t follow rules, meals that stretch for hours. Every city has a different rhythm. And then, at the edge, Lisbon waits, laid-back and sun-washed, holding on to old-world charm without needing to fix a thing. It’s a journey of noise and silence, salt air and dry hills, late nights and slow mornings. It’s warm. It lingers.

Spain

Spain doesn’t whisper. It sings, it claps, it dances late into the night. The cities pulse with energy, the food hits deep, and the streets are made for walking without a plan. You’ll find beauty in the cracks, rhythm in the noise, and moments that stay with you long after you’ve left.

Madrid
Madrid is energy. Not chaotic—but buzzing. Wide boulevards, massive plazas, old cafes, and bars that fill up just as the sun goes down. You can feel the pride in the way people speak, eat, move. It’s a working city, a living city—and it welcomes you in.

Things to Do:

Prado Museum – timeless masterpieces in a space that feels like a quiet cathedral
Retiro Park – row a boat, nap under a tree, let the city fade for a while
Royal Palace – ornate, massive, unapologetically regal
Tapas crawl in La Latina – eat, walk, drink, repeat
Watch the city glow from a rooftop bar near Gran Vía

Barcelona
Barcelona breaks the rules. The buildings curve and melt, the language shifts, and the beach lives right next to Gothic cathedrals. It’s strange in the best way—creative, bold, and full of life.

Things to Do:

Sagrada Família – no photo prepares you for the scale
Park Güell – mosaic tiles, crooked benches, views that stretch forever
Las Ramblas – loud, busy, beautiful chaos
Gothic Quarter – tight lanes, old stone, candle-lit bars
Eat seafood by the beach with sand still on your feet

Valencia
This is where tradition and future live side by side. One part feels like an old Spanish town, the other looks like a sci-fi movie. It’s clean, coastal, and somehow still under the radar.

Things to Do:

City of Arts and Sciences – surreal architecture that makes you look twice
Turia Gardens – a dried riverbed turned into a green playground
Central Market – colours, smells, shouting vendors
Paella by the sea – born here, and it tastes like it

Granada
Granada is where the air changes. Dry, hot, and quiet. The mountains rise in the background and the Alhambra stands above everything like it’s watching. There’s a stillness here, even when the streets are busy.

Things to Do:

Alhambra – not just a building, but a memory carved in stone
Albaicín – whitewashed houses and narrow alleys on the hillside
Free tapas with your drink – it’s a rule here
Watch the sunset from Mirador de San Nicolás – the view’s all fire and shadow

Seville
Warm light, orange trees, and the sound of flamenco in the distance. Seville feels like a city that’s in love with its own culture—and rightly so. It’s all passion, heat, and soul.

Things to Do:

Alcázar of Seville – tiled, golden, and full of Moorish detail
Seville Cathedral & La Giralda – giant, gothic, and glowing
Flamenco in a small tablao – raw, emotional, unforgettable
Stroll through Plaza de España – tiles, water, and open skies

Portugal

Portugal moves at its own quiet pace. The streets are worn, the walls are tiled, and the air smells like salt and old stories. It’s not in a hurry to impress, but it does. From crumbling hillsides to golden coastlines, there’s a softness here that pulls you in without trying.

Lisbon
Lisbon doesn’t rush. It leans back. The light’s softer, the air has sea in it, and the city climbs up and rolls down like a quiet wave. Trams rattle past, old men read newspapers in tiled cafés, and every sunset feels personal.

Things to Do:

Tram 28 ride – a shaky, perfect ride through the city’s oldest corners
Alfama – faded walls, hanging laundry, and Fado music floating out of windows
Belém Tower – standing proud at the water’s edge
Eat a pastel de nata, still warm, with cinnamon dusted on top
Miradouros – rooftop viewpoints with nothing to do but breathe it all in

Best Time to Visit Spain & Portugal:
April to June, and September to October – The heat’s kind, the crowds thinner, and every city opens itself up without the noise. Late dinners, golden light, and long, slow evenings.

Stunning Baltics

Tallinn | Riga | Vilnius

The region stretches along the northeastern edge of Europe, with the Baltic Sea on one side and Russia looming on the other. Forests, lakes, flat plains, and long, chilly coastlines make up most of the land. Winters are long and harsh, but summer brings a soft golden light that bathes everything in stillness. You can cross borders in hours, Tallinn to Riga, Riga to Vilnius, and still feel like you’ve stepped into a new world each time.

Estonia

Tallinn
Tallinn looks like it was drawn from an old storybook, red rooftops, medieval towers, narrow streets that twist and turn. But don’t be fooled by the fairytale look, this city is smart, tech-forward and full of edge. The old and the new blend here.

Things to do:

Wander the Old Town – cobbled, quiet, and beautifully preserved
Toompea Hill – for the views and the breeze
Visit the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – domes, candles, and calm
Check out Telliskivi Creative City – old factories turned into art spaces and cafes
Grab coffee in a courtyard that still remembers the 1400s

Latvia

Riga
Riga has its own rhythm. One part gritty, one part graceful. Art Nouveau facades rise above cracked sidewalks and old warehouses now pulse with music and art. It’s not dressed up for tourists, and that’s what makes it feel real.

Things to do:

Explore the Old Town – it’s compact, colourful, and full of life
Alberta Street – some of Europe’s best Art Nouveau buildings
Central Market – local snacks, loud voices, and the city’s real heartbeat
Climb St. Peter’s Church tower – for views that stretch over rooftops and river
Catch live music in a basement bar or tucked-away café

Lithuania

Vilnius
Vilnius has churches everywhere, tangled streets and a sense that this city has carried a lot and kept going anyway. There’s humour here and defiance too. It feels old but awake, quiet but never boring.

Things to do:

Walk through the Old Town – pastel buildings, silent courtyards, slow afternoons
Gediminas Tower – climb for a view, stay for the breeze
Užupis – a “republic” within the city, full of art, strangeness, and good coffee
Explore local churches – baroque, gothic, layered with history
Try Lithuanian food in a family-run joint—it’s hearty, honest, and comforting

Best time to visit the Baltics:
Late May to early September – Long days, open-air cafes, music in the parks, and that golden northern light that makes everything feel softer. Summers are alive but never overwhelming.

Tips for group tours to Europe from India

Group tours across Europe are exciting, but they move fast. Different countries, cultures, currencies, and rules, all packed into one trip. Here’s how to keep your head clear and your experience smooth.

Schengen Visa – Know the drill
Most European group tours (excluding UK & Ireland) fall under the Schengen Visa. Apply at least 4–6 weeks in advance, preferably through the consulate of the country you’ll spend the most nights in. You’ll need:

Travel insurance with EUR 30,000 coverage
Flight & hotel bookings (your tour operator will help)
Bank statements, income proof, NOC if employed
Make sure your passport has at least 6 months’ validity and 2 blank pages.

For UK & Ireland, you’ll need separate visas:

UK Visa (Standard Visitor Visa)
Ireland Visa (Short Stay C Type)

Always check the latest rules, especially with shifting geopolitics and embassy backlogs.

Keep currency simple

Euro works across most of Europe (Spain, France, Germany, Baltics, etc.)
British Pound in the UK
Swiss Franc in Switzerland
Krona/Zloty in Scandinavia or Eastern Europe (some countries don’t use the Euro)

Don’t carry all your money in cash. Use a forex travel card, keep some Euros in hand, and always have a backup card. Let your bank know about international travel.

Time zones change – Often
Europe’s small, but you’ll still jump between time zones, especially when moving from the UK to Eastern Europe. Adjust your watch and sleep schedule accordingly. Always double-check meeting times in local time.

Travel insurance isn’t optional
Apart from being a visa requirement, insurance is essential. Medical emergencies, lost baggage, or delays can ruin your trip fast. Make sure you’re covered for:

Medical evacuation
Trip cancellations
Delayed flights or missed connections
Loss of passport or personal items

Stay on schedule
You’re one of many. The coach, the guide, and the group won’t wait long. Be the person who’s always five minutes early, not the one being called over the hotel speaker.

Don’t overpack
You’ll change cities often. Cobblestone streets and no elevators aren’t kind to giant suitcases. Stick to one medium suitcase and one backpack. Laundry is possible mid-way.

Local rules matter
Every country has its own quiet codes. In Germany, don’t jaywalk. In Spain, dinner is late. In Scandinavian countries, silence is normal. Observe before you jump in.

Use free time wisely
Your group tour will give you pockets of free time. Don’t waste them in souvenir shops. Explore a back alley café, visit a museum the group skipped, sit by a river, or just wander.

Download what you need (Offline)

Google Maps (offline)
Currency converter app
Basic translator (especially in Baltics or East Europe)
WhatsApp or SIM card for EU roaming

Be open but prepared
Europe isn’t one-size-fits-all. You’ll move from London’s fast pace to Tallinn’s quiet calm. Be open to change, but also be prepared. Group travel is about the shared experience—respect the rhythm, and let the road surprise you.

Come back with more than just a memory

You don’t come back from Europe with just photos. You come back changed.

Not because you saw the Eiffel Tower or stood in front of a palace, but because somewhere between rushing for a train in Berlin, eating something you couldn’t pronounce in Lisbon, or staring at fog rolling over a Scottish loch, you slowed down. You felt something. You remembered what it means to be small in a big world and are curious again.

That’s the kind of travel we believe in at Flying Squirrel Holidays.
Not factory-made itineraries. Not tourist traps. We build journeys that breathe. Circuits that feel like conversations between you and the places you visit.

So if you’re looking for a trip where everything’s timed down to the minute, this may not be for you. But if you’re after something real, where you still have space to wander, to pause, to look up from your phone and just be somewhere you’re in the right hands.

We don’t just take you to Europe.
We take you into it.

Call us at +91 33 40525777 / +91 833 697 8737
Email us at connect@flyingsquirrelholidays.com