Spring tours
As winter thaws, some travelers prefer to wait for summer’s warmer days. But shoots of green, splashes of color, and balmy sunshine have already arrived—without the accompanying crowds. Venture on one of our spring tours to bask in the beauty of it all.
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Take a tour in spring for...
Nature’s renaissance
Winter’s twinkling whites are rapidly replaced by verdant foliage and technicolor blooms—making the season ideal for outdoor exploration.
Authentic moments
With fewer travelers milling about, local life takes center stage, bringing out the best of popular landmarks and hole-in-the-wall haunts alike.
Seasonal festivals
Countries around the world come alive, celebrating holidays like Holi and Semana Santa. Join the party, and you’ll see a different side of your favorite vacation spots.
Stop and smell the roses
Some attractions have evergreen appeal—but everything shines brighter with fresh flowers. (Imagine Tokyo’s Ueno Park shaded by cherry blossoms or the Loire Valley’s Chateau de Chenonceau dotted with lavender.) Hop on one of these tours to catch a country at its most vibrant.
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Greet the Netherlands’ bright blooms
Winding canals in Amsterdam and rainbow tulips in the Keukenhof.
Explore the 6-day itinerary)
Bask in Japan’s blush-hued splendor
A cooking class in Tokyo and budding cherry blossoms in Kyoto.
Explore the 10-day itinerary
Say bonjour to blossoming France
Seaside bliss in Brittany and Normandy and wine in the Loire Valley.
Explore the 11-day itinerary)
Spring into U.S. National Parks
Cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde and the splendor of the Grand Canyon.
Explore the 12-day itinerarySpring for these trips
Who said getaways need to be a summer thing? Mindfully scheduled to make the most of your time, these tours let you experience countries and regions in just over a week. Spring fever, meet your antidote.
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Travel in the Goldilocks zone
Not too hot. Not too cold. Springtime temperatures strike that just-right balance. Add in a lack of crowds, and summer hotspots like the Mediterranean exude an entirely different vibe. Check out these itineraries, and you’ll see what we mean.
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Your spring travels begin here
You could wait for inspiration to strike—or find some with a little help from our team of experts.
10 of the best trips to book to catch spring flowers in bloom
Start in the Netherlands, then look abroad—further abroad—to complete our picks.
Where to travel in April for smaller crowds and brighter sunshine
Six trips. Five continents. Plenty of reasons to look forward to a spring tour.
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Examine a symbol of French monarchy
Spend a day at Versailles, treading palatial halls and immaculate formal gardens. Try it on our Paris, Normandy, Brittany Coast & the Loire Valley tour.
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Snack on scrumptious Dutch delicacies
Take to the streets of the Netherlands’ capital to sample seafood, sweets, and more of the country’s typical eats. Try it on our Amsterdam & the Keukenhof Gardens tour.
Celebrate the full spectrum of Holi
Revel as gulal (colored solutions) and abir (colored powder) are joyfully flung into the air and onto other celebrants. Try it on our Holi in India: Delhi, Varanasi & Agra tour.
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Enjoy tranquility among the sakuras
Join your Tour Director in seaside Kamakura, where Buddhist statues and shrines rise above the trees. Try it on our Cherry Blossoms in Japan: Tokyo to Kyoto tour.
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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.
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Step into spring
Spain, Italy, Portugal, and other summertime standbys are just as alluring in the spring. Waiting for inspiration to bloom? Give these tours a look.
