OUR TOURS TO EASTERN & CENTRAL EUROPE
Our mission is to encourage Americans to broaden their cultural mindset through engaging and exciting travel experiences in Europe. Our tours are for small groups of up to 18 passengers and include daily activities and sightseeing, yet allow time to experience the locale on your own. No need to worry about tips and gratuities; we’ll take care of those.
Hotels are clean and safe, have private baths, and are central. Eating well is a priority, so we include all breakfasts and half of your dinners. Our tour leaders and local guides are experts who share our destinations’ art, history, culture, and experiences. Our booking conditions are generous and flexible, with opportunities to change or cancel if needed.
Finally, we strive to provide a stress-free, informative, and exciting travel experience. Overall, aiming to empower our guests with knowledge, guidance, and confidence to embrace the adventure, seize the moment, and, most of all, have fun!









THE BEST OF BUDAPEST & CROATIA – LAND & SEA in 13 days
Stradling the Danube River, Budapest is loaded with Hapsburg charm, temping thermal bathes, and a cuisine unlike any other in Europe. Croatia’s Baranja region is loaded with cultural, tasty cuisine, grandeur churches, and Lippizzaner horses. Zagreb, Croatia’s capital, is elegant and refined, a Habsburg mix of Vienna and Budapest. The Lakes of Plitvice National Park are an unusual mix of tropical greenery, azure lakes, and cascading waterfalls. Then join an eight-day cruise along Croatia’s Adriatic coast aboard a luxury yacht that will exceed expectations. Fast and versatile, our ship will take you where the bigger vessels can’t go, from historic towns to secluded beaches. This itinerary, combined with David McGuffin’s expertise, is the perfect island-hopping cruise in Croatia.
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$8319 + air DELUXE UPPER DECK | Sep 22-Oct 4, 2025 |
$7560 + air CABIN LOWER DECK | Sep 22-Oct 4, 2025 |
$7986 + air DELUXE UPPER DECK | Apr 20-May 2, 2026 |
$7117 + air CABIN LOWER DECK | Apr 20-May 2, 2026 |
CRUISING CROATIA in 8 days
Croatia is a diverse country stretching from the confluence of the Danube and Drava Rivers near Hurgary to its azure Adriatic shores. It boasts a rich history and culture that has evolved over millennia. This eight-day cruise along Croatia’s Adriatic coast features a luxury yacht that will exceed expectations. Fast and versatile, our ship will take you where the bigger vessels can’t go, from historic towns to secluded beaches. This itinerary, combined with David McGuffin’s expertise, is the perfect island-hopping cruise in Croatia.
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$5831 + air DELUXE UPPER DECK | Sep 27-Oct 4, 2025 |
$5072 + air CABIN LOWER DECK | Sep 27-Oct 4, 2025 |
$5101 + air DELUXE UPPER DECK | Apr 25-May 2, 2026 |
$4232 + air CABIN LOWER DECK | Apr 25-May 2, 2026 |

THE BEST OF THE BALKANS in 12-14 days
My Best of the Balkans tour weaves through centuries of history, diverse cultures, varied civilizations, scenic mountains, lakes, cities, and islands. You’ll visit remote hill towns, seaside villages, lovely islands, castles, walled cities, and war-torn battlegrounds. Along the way, encounter local hunters, farmers, fishermen, and guides who will bring to life the best experiences often overlooked by larger tour companies. Join us for the best 12 to 14 days ever in the Balkans.
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$5689 + air | Oct 12-23, 2025 12 days |
$6259 + air | Oct 12-25, 2025 14 days |
$5689 + air | Apr 12-24, 2026 12 days |
$6259 + air | Apr 12-26, 2026 14 days |
$5689 + air | Oct 4-16, 2026 12 days |
$6259 + air | Oct 4-18, 2026 14 days |

THE AUTHENTIC BALKANS in 11 days
My Authentic Balkans tour traverses five countries with varied cultures. Diving into the local culture is essential to make the most of this travel experience. Along the way, you’ll visit beautiful mountains, lakes, cities, and seaside villages dotted with castles and fortresses steeped in history. You’ll encounter strolling musicians, local artisans, market vendors, and local guides dedicated to sharing their country’s history, art, culture, and hospitality. Join us for an authentic look at the Balkans!
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$4769 + air | Sep 7-17, 2025 |
$4769 + air | May 24-Jun 3, 2026 |
$4769 + air | Sep 9-19, 2026 |

CHRISTMAS MARKETS – CENTRAL EUROPE in 8 days
Christmas Markets pop up all over Europe during the weeks leading up to Christmas. Each year, we feature several winter wonderland tours during the holiday Christmas season. These outdoor markets feature unique decorations, beautiful, handcrafted arts, and endless opportunities to sample great food and countless varieties of glüwein, punch, and spiced drinks, served piping hot in souvenir mugs. This route features four contrasting cultures and languages. This tour visits Nürnberg, Prague, Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest.
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$3789 + air | Nov 30-Dec 7, 2025 | |
$3789 + air | Dec 13-20, 2026 |
BEST OF GREECE & SANTORINI in 12 days
My Best of Greece & Santorini tour visits my favorite Greek mainland and island destinations. We begin in the countryside at Delphi, home of the ancient Oracle and her temples. After crossing the Bay of Corinth, we’ll spend several days on the Pelopenes Peninsula, visiting ancient temples, worship sites, historic cities, and theatres. Hopping on a ferry, enjoy a short ride to traffic-free Hydra Island for two days of relaxation. Then it is off to Athens, where we’ll dedicate the better part of two days to exploring this capital city. Finally, we will hop on a short flight to Santorini, home of white-washed villages on an ancient volcano caldera. My Best of Greece & Santorini tour provides the perfect mix of sightseeing, education, and relaxation.
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SOLD OUT | Apr 20-May 1, 2025 | |
SOLD OUT | Oct 9-17, 2025 | |
$5089 + air | Apr 7-18, 2026 | |
$5089 + air | Jun 15-26, 2026 | |
$5089 + air | Sep 14-25, 2026 |

BEST OF GREECE in 9 days
My Best of Greece tour weaves my favorite Greek destinations into this itinerary. We begin in the countryside at Delphi, home of the ancient Oracle and her temples. After crossing the Bay of Corinth, we’ll spend several days on the Pelopenes Peninsula, visiting ancient temples, worship sites, historic cities, and theatres. Hopping on a ferry, enjoy a short ride to traffic-free Hydra Island for two days of relaxation. Then it is off to Athens, where we’ll dedicate the better part of two days to exploring this capital city. My Best of Greece tour provides the perfect mix of sightseeing, education, and relaxation.
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SOLD OUT | Apr 20-28, 2025 | |
SOLD OUT | Oct 9-17, 2025 | |
$3889 + air | Apr 19-27, 2026 | |
$3889 + air | Jun 3-11, 2026 | |
$3889 + air | Oct 11-19, 2026 |
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BEST OF GREECE in 9 days | $3889 + air | 9 | Apr 19-27, 2026 Jun 3-11, 2026 Oct 11-19, 2026 |
BEST OF GREECE & SANTORINI in 12 days | $5089 + air | 12 | Apr 20-sold out Oct 2025 -sold out ------------ Apr 19-30, 2026 Jun 3-14, 2026 Oct 11-22, 2026 |
CHRISTMAS MARKETS - EASTERN EUROPE in 8 days | $3789 + air | 8 | Nov 30-Dec 7, 2025 ------------ Dec 13-20, 2026 |
CRUISING CROATIA in 8 days | $4232 to $5831 + air | 8 | Sept 27, 2025-sold out ------------ Apr 25-May 2, 2026 Oct 11-18, 2026 |
THE BEST OF CROATIA- LAND & SEA in 13 days | $7117 to $8319 + air | 13 | Sept 22, sold out ------------ Apr 20-May 2, 2026 Oct 6-18, 2026 |
BEST OF THE BALKANS in 12-14 days | $5689 - $6259 + air | 12 to 14 | Oct 12-25, 2025 ------------ Apr 12-26, 2026 Oct 4-18, 2026 |
AUTHENTIC BALKANS in 11 days | $4769 + air | 11 | Sep 7-17, 2025 ------------ May 24-Jun 3, 2026 Sep 9-21, 2026 |