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Coolcations discovery guide

These trips flip the script of the typical summer holiday: Instead of blazing beaches and sun-baked cities, expect cool climes—and even cooler moments. Follow your Tour Director along Ireland’s misty cliffs, across Iceland’s mammoth glaciers, or into Norway’s towering fjords, and see why Coolcations have never been hotter.

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What makes a Coolcation?

Cooler temperatures

It’s like the name says: You might be traveling in the summer, but you won’t feel the heat like you would in other, warmer locales.

Greater savings

No beach? No problem. While coastal hotspots spike their prices in response to demand, these destinations stay relatively affordable.

Smaller crowds

With fewer visitors around, you’ll experience more—of the villages you’ll roam, of the sights you’ll see, of the moments that make travel special.

Our favorite Coolcations

For a taste of a typical Coolcation, we recommend swapping the Mediterranean for the North Atlantic. This European trio fits the bill: From grazing Highland cows to stunning Scandinavian architecture, you’ll relish the region’s icons—and with rays that warm instead of scorch, you’ll revel in the weather, too.

A breath of fresh air

The sparkling surface of Lake Louise. The misty churn of Iceland’s Gullfoss waterfall. The snow-crusted heights of Denali. Bask in the natural wonders of Canada, Iceland, and more on these Coolcations. (With pleasant weather and plenty of sunshine, you won’t want to go inside.)

Coolcations start here

You could wait for inspiration to strike—or find some with a little help from our team of experts.

Coolcations: what they are and where to go

Dig into the details of the next big way to travel, along with recommendations from our pros.

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Smile at timeless Irish landscapes

Sandwich a traditional pub lunch with visits to the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren. Try it on the A Week in Ireland: Dublin to Belfast tour.

Drift past Canada’s finest alpine scenery

Ride a raft down the Bow River and marvel at Banff’s beauty. Try it on our Canadian Rockies by Train: Banff, Lake Louise & Vancouver tour.

Take a bite out of the Norwegian summer

Walk through Oslo and get to know the city by way of its cuisine. Try it on our Fjords of Norway: Bergen, Geirangerfjord & Alesund itinerary.

Snap photos of Iceland in miniature

Spend a day on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, a “greatest hits” compilation of the country’s sights. Try it on our Landscapes of Wild Iceland tour.

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You dream it. We’ll take care of every last detail.

Pick your perfect trip

We offer 200+ immersive, guided tours around the world. Wherever you choose to go, you’ll enjoy lots of advantages that make traveling with us different.

Put just $99 down

That’s all it takes to secure a spot on one of our group tours when you sign up for AutoPay. Plus, you can pay in interest-free,
monthly installments.

Prep your packing list

While you’re deciding what to take, we’ll be busy arranging your hotels, meals, tickets, and more tour essentials. That’s what going guided is all about.

Go far (and get rewarded)

Take off on your big adventure— but why stop there? Every trip you book with us earns rewards that you can use to keep expanding your horizons.

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What travelers are saying about our Coolcations

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Keep cool—there’s more where that came from

Craving more out-of-the-box itineraries? Freshen up your travel plans with these tours to cooler climes.

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