The Best Educational Organized Tours in Europe

Guided Group Tours, Vacation Packages, or Planned Itineraries

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Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure to Europe, but are not sure how to start planning? Don't worry, because we have analyzed an extensive selection of multi-day educational tours based on key criteria such as price, destinations, guest ratings, service, travel style, quality, and activities. So, get ready to immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of culture, history, activities, excitement, food, and breathtaking landscapes. Below are the best holiday packages and organized tour options in Europe, so let's get to it!


The Top 3 Tours:

  • 16 Days, $2675.00

  • 6 Days, $1135.00

  • 8 Days, $2345.00
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The Best Educational Tours through Europe

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Organized by Contiki 16 Days Paris to Rome 17 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for educational tours in Europe.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.4 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 42
Price per Day: $125

This tour visits Paris, London, Dover, Calais, Somme, Bordeaux, San Sebastian, Barcelona, Monte Carlo, Monaco, Cinque Terre, Pisa, Florence, Sorrento, Amalfi, Pompeii, and Rome.

  • In-depth Cultural
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$2,006
on TourRadar

Organized by Haggis Adventures 6 Days Start/End in Edinburgh 18 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for educational tours in Europe.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 18 to 45
Maximum Group Size: 16
Price per Day: $189

This tour visits Edinburgh, Falkirk, Loch Ness, Inverness, Corrieshalloch Gorge National Nature Reserve, Ullapool, Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Isle of Harris, Callanish, Carloway, Portree, Sligachan, Eilean Donan, Kilt Rock, Mallaig, Fort William, and Pitlochry.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By Haggis Adventures
Haggis Adventures is a smaller tour company providing personalized service with a focus on Great Britain. They like to use local guides who offer a specialized experience into the region's culture. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.



$1,135
on TourRadar

Organized by CIE Tours 8 Days Start/End in Dublin 12 Destinations
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.8 rating

Age Range: 8 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $293

This tour visits Dublin, Kilkenny, Blarney, Killarney, Dungarvan, Cork, Dingle, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Shannon, Aran Islands, and Athlone.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Local Guide
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By CIE Tours
CIE Tours is a smaller tour company that offers trips to 5 countries, including Ireland, Great Britain, Iceland, and Italy. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$2,345
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 8 Days Amsterdam to Vienna 8 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for educational tours in Europe.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 46
Price per Day: $145

This tour visits Amsterdam, London, Dover, Calais, Berlin, Prague, Dresden, and Vienna.

  • Educational
  • Dancing
  • Fully Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$1,161
on TourRadar

Organized by CIE Tours 6 Days Dublin to Shannon 10 Destinations
Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 8 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $299

This tour visits Dublin, Blarney, Killarney, Cashel, Ring of Kerry, Valentia Island, Skellig Michael, Sneem, Cliffs of Moher, and Shannon.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By CIE Tours
CIE Tours is a smaller tour company that offers trips to 5 countries, including Ireland, Great Britain, Iceland, and Italy. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$1,795
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 12 Days Amsterdam to London 11 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for educational tours in Europe.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 27 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 42
Price per Day: $153

This tour visits Amsterdam, London, Volendam, Sankt Goar, Munich, Venice, Rome, Florence, Lucerne, Paris, and Dover.

  • Sightseeing
  • Brewery
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$1,835
on TourRadar

Organized by Contiki 12 Days Start/End in London 11 Destinations
  • Great Value: the daily price is lower than average for educational tours in Europe.
  • High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.
  • Great for Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.7 rating

Age Range: 18 to 35
Maximum Group Size: 42
Price per Day: $163

This tour visits London, Dover, Volendam, Sankt Goar, Munich, Venice, Rome, Florence, Lucerne, and Paris.

  • Sightseeing
  • Brewery
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By Contiki
Contiki specializes in group tours for young travelers (ages 18-35). Their trips emphasize social experiences, adventure, and vibrant nightlife while covering top destinations worldwide. They offer different styles, from fast-paced itineraries to more laid-back explorations, catering to solo travelers and groups alike.



$1,950
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 10 Days Bern to Innsbruck 7 Destinations

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $330

This tour visits Bern, Interlaken, Lucerne, Liechtenstein, Innsbruck, Salzburg, and Ettal.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$3,299
on TourRadar

Organized by Collette 11 Days Athens to Thermopylae 18 Destinations
Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.4 rating

Age Range: 5 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $324

This tour visits Athens, Corinth, Piraeus, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Heraklion, Santorini, Kalabaka, Metéora, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Philippi, Plaka, Selcuk, Knossos, Crete, and Thermopylae.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By Collette
Collette is a long-established tour operator offering guided tours with a balance of structured sightseeing and free time. Their trips range from classic group tours to small-group explorations, faith-based travel, and luxury options. They emphasize comfort, cultural immersion, and local experiences, often including unique dining and hands-on activities.



$3,559
on TourRadar

Organized by CIE Tours 6 Days Dublin to Shannon 15 Destinations
  • Efficient: you'll cover a variety of destinations swiftly.

Great for:
  • History Enthusiasts
  • Culture Lovers

starstarstarstarstar 4.6 rating

Age Range: 8 to 99
Maximum Group Size: 44
Price per Day: $349

This tour visits Dublin, Blarney, Killarney, Macroom, Dingle, Slea Head, Adare, Limerick, Killarney National Park, New Ross, Kenmare, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Burren, and Shannon.

  • Sightseeing
  • Historical
  • Educational
  • Fully Guided

By CIE Tours
CIE Tours is a smaller tour company that offers trips to 5 countries, including Ireland, Great Britain, Iceland, and Italy. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.



$2,095
on TourRadar

Why does Europe appeal to travelers?

Europe's history, art, and culture make it ideal for educational travelers. Rome, Istanbul, and Paris offer plenty of amazing museums and sights to explore. Rome is known for its iconic archaeological sites such as the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, as well as its gelato, Italian cuisine, and strong religious roots. Rome, Istanbul, and Paris are foodie destinations with fantastic cuisine and world-class restaurants. The blend of historical and practical learning makes it a top choice for curious minds.

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How much do educational tours in Europe cost?

The average daily price of Educational Tours in Europe is $260 per day. Prices can vary widely due to the included amenities, length of the trip, number of guests on the tour, and many other factors. If you want more information about prices, we have put together a complete analysis of the costs of Educational Tours in Europe here.


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Average Group Size

Which Tour Companies Offer Educational Tours?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer educational tours in Europe. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

Contiki

Contiki logo Contiki is a large multi-national travel company which offers tours to destinations around the world. Some of their most popular destinations include Great Britain, Italy, France, and Germany. Younger travelers looking for adventures love this company. This company's tour offerings are generally priced lower than others, which makes them attractive for budget travelers. Travelers usually enjoy the tour activities such as island hopping, snorkelling, wine tasting, surfing, camping, whale watching, diving, rock climbing, white water rafting, and jet boat rides.

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CIE Tours

CIE Tours is a smaller tour company that offers tours to 5 countries, including Ireland, Great Britain, Iceland, and Italy. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category.

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Collette

Collette logo Collette is a large international travel company offering tours all over the world. Some of their most popular destinations include the U.S., Italy, Great Britain, and France. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Many of the tours fall into the mid-range price category. The company's adventures often highlight activities such as wine tasting, island hopping, and camping.

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Haggis Adventures

Haggis Adventures is a smaller tour company that focuses on Great Britain. They like to use local guides who offer a specialized experience into the region's culture. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.

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Educational Destinations in Europe

Wondering where educational tours visit in Europe? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

London

London is a world class international city that has charming neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and a vibrant nightlife scene. There are a diversity of attractions that offer something for everyone. Although prices can be steep, there are many free activities as well, with wandering the many markets being a favorite of many visitors.

Dover

Dover is home to the iconic White Cliffs of Dover. This spectacular sight offers views down the coastline and highlights the remoteness of the setting. On the east side you'll find the Dover Castle, which warrants at least a few hours of exploration.

Rome

Rome is the capital city of Italy, and for many visitors it serves as the entry and departure point of their trip. Rome is filled with ancient ruins hidden next to modern development. It's a history enthusiasts dream. The city is also filled with cafes and Italian restaurants where you can sip wine and dine on Italian pasta dishes.

Florence

Florence is the capital of Italy's famous Tuscany region. It's a city filled with some of the world's most famous and beautiful art and architecture. There are many iconic sights including the famous Duomo, the Uffizi Gallery, and the The Galleria dell'Accademia where you'll find Michelangelo's David. The city is also filled with cafes and shops where you can buy fine Italian items or souvenir knockoffs.

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Other popular destinations for educational tours through Europe include Blarney, Shannon, Sankt Goar, Volendam, and Stornoway.


Which is cheaper?

Is independent travel less expensive than booking guided educational tours? The answer varies. Organized tours package essential services like accommodations, transport, meals, entrance fees, and activities into a single price, while independent travel involves booking each aspect separately. To assess which is more economical, compare the tour price with what you'd spend arranging everything yourself. If you prioritize budget options or premium experiences, the cost comparison could swing either way. Always review the details of what's included in the tour package to decide.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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