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Luxury European Tours with Award-Winning Cox and Kings
Compact, ancient and beautiful. Europe offers some of the best cultural experiences in the world, alongside truly stunning natural wonders. And there’s no better way to experience all that Europe has to offer than with a luxury Cox and Kings Tour. From the imperial beauty of Russia to hidden Renaissance gems of Italy and breath-taking rugged beauty of the Nordics, experience Europe with the world’s leading tour operator.
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The Cox & Kings Difference:
High-Quality Accommodation: Stay in some of the finest, centrally located hotels, with 4 or 5 star as standard.
Small Group Sizes: You’ll be guaranteed a more personal experience with an average group size of just 14 and a maximum of 26.
Local Tour Managers – On each tour, you’ll get the expertise of a local tour manager with in-depth knowledge of the destination.
Cox and Kings Signature Experiences: On each tour you’ll get a number of unique experiences, from exclusive wine-tasting in Italy to exploring Transylvania and Dracula’s castle in Bran.
All sightseeing and entrance fees included and, where possible, local taxes, so you get the best-value inclusive tour experience.
Balanced pace – Built into each tour is the opportunity to relax and explore independently.
Tailored to you – Each tour can be tailored to your needs, including extensions before or after, regional flights and upgrades.
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Cox & Kings Across the Southern Caucasus
Discover the marvelous Southern Caucasus region with this unforgettable Cox & Kings tour. Follow the iconic Great Silk Road through the "Land of fire" Azerbaijan, a vibrant modern country situated on the shores of the Caspian Sea and offering the best of both worlds - the Eastern and the Western civilizations.
Cox and Kings Grand Tour of the Balkans
This tour explores four of the countries of former Yugoslavia - Serbia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro and Croatia - each with contrasting scenery and distinctive cultures. Visit the highlights of the region including Belgrade, Dubrovnik, Mostar, and Sarajevo, where the influence of European, Ottoman and Slavic culture is evident in the ornate palaces, cathedrals and mosques.
Cox and Kings Ancient and Modern Bulgaria
From frescoed domes to cubist concrete horseman, Bulgaria is a nation where ancient and modern collides in a truly dramatic way. This unique and varied tour takes in Roman ruins in Plovdiv, beautiful medieval monasteries and three of the largest communist monuments in the world. With free time to enjoy the mountain air and the sandy shores of the Black Sea.
Cox & Kings Spotlight on Georgia
Georgia is by far the most visited country in the Southern Caucasus, and it's easy to understand why. It has a rich and old history that predates the founding of Christianity, and its astoundingly varied landscapes are all easily accessible from its colourful and exotic capital, Tbilisi, where this tour will be based for the week.
Cox and Kings Wonders of Ancient Crete
As a strategic gateway to the eastern Mediterranean, Crete has been ruled by a number of great powers, from the Minoans, one of Europe’s first civilisations, to the Byzantine, Roman and Ottoman empires. This tour explores Crete’s scenic and cultural highlights, including the Palace of Knossos, an incomparable monument of ancient Minoan society.
Cox & Kings Spotlight on Athens & Evia
Discover the charming sites of Athens and Evia on this single-centre tour
Cox and Kings Heart of Ancient of Greece
Considered the birthplace of western civilisation, Greece's influence still resonates today in the fields of architecture, science, engineering and philosophy. Incorporating the classical sites of Olympia, Delphi, Mycenae and Epidaurus, and the extraordinary rock formations of the Meteora region, this tour also explores Greece's magnificent scenery, ancient ruins, monasteries and the man-made marvels of the Corinth Canal.
Cox and Kings Puglia and Basilicata
Known as ‘the heel of Italy’, the region of Puglia offers some of the country's most remote coastline and countryside, dotted with ancient sites and whitewashed towns. The neighbouring Basilicata region is a rustic area with both historic centres and fine beaches. Over the centuries, both regions have been influenced by ancient Greek, Roman and Norman rule, which is noticeable in the varied architecture and historic remains that you will see on this tour.
Cox and Kings Discover Marche & Umbria
Visit some of Italy's most authentic and lesser known treasures. Staying right in the heart of Urbino and Montefalco, this hilly region boasts a sequence of small, yet beautiful, towns.
Cox & Kings Spotlight on Umbria
Umbria is frequently overlooked by tourists who choose its more well-known neighbour, Tuscany. With its sweeping hills, deep valleys, and characterful, ancient communities, this rural region is no less exciting or picturesque to explore.
Cox & Kings Ravenna: Mosaics & Marble
Discover the Byzantine heritage of Ravenna through its magnificent churches and mosaics
Cox & Kings Journey Through The Baltic States
Since regaining independence in 1991 and recently joining the E.U., Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia are flourishing. The countries' rich and colourful history can be best appreciated in their capital cities, which have beautiful architecture, while the surrounding countryside features lakes, forests and wetlands, dotted with manor houses, medieval castles and splendid rococo churches.
Cox & Kings Spotlight on Malta
This single-centre tour let's you explore Malta's historic cities and the island of Gozo
Cox and Kings Moldova and Ukraine
Discover one of the least visited regions of Europe on this exciting new group tour. Moldova may be small, but it's a proud nation, keen to show off their world-class viticulture. While Chisinau, is a quirky little capital like no other on the continent.
Cox & Kings Porto & The Douro Valley Solo Tour
From the coastal city of Porto to Braga, Guimarães and Coimbra. Cruise on the river Douro and soak up the beautiful vista of the Douro valley.
Cox & Kings Timeless Romania
Beautiful villages and mesmerising scenery is what truly sets Romania apart from the rest; explore the fascinating culture and discover a whole new world on this truly unique Cox and Kings tour. You will visit Transylvania, Bucovina's large monasteries and Saxon churches, as well as tour the haunting Bran Castle- home to Dracula himself! Wander around the castles and medieval towns and discover the true beauty of Romania- all in one week.
Cox & Kings Classic Russia
Russia's two greatest cities provide an ideal base from which to explore the country's rich and diverse cultural and historical heritage. Moscow is now the epicentre of the ‘New Russia', while St Petersburg is renowned for its magnificent palaces, world-class museums, elegant canals and grand architecture.
Cox and Kings St Petersburg: Pictures & Palaces
St Petersburg has remained almost unchanged since it was built in the 18th and 19th centuries. Conceived by Peter the Great as a 'window to the west', the city became a living exhibit of Russia’s status as an important European nation. Situated on a network of canals, the light reflects off the water to illuminate the colourful buildings and add to the city’s beauty.
Cox and Kings Classic Sicily
The Mediterranean’s largest island, Sicily, is as culturally rich as it is beautiful. It is home to superb Norman architecture, vibrant Roman floor mosaics, Arab-inspired gardens, and probably the fi nest Greek temples to be found anywhere in the world. Alongside this, the island has some magnifi cent natural scenery, from volcanic Mount Etna to quiet beaches in the south. This tour takes you to the best that the island has to offer.
Cox & Kings Splendours of Andalucia
Boasting stunning scenery and gorgeous Hispano-Moorish architecture, Spain has plenty to offer on this truly delightful Cox and Kings tour. You will be visiting some of Spain's most renowned sites, including the mosque in Cordoba and the Alhambra in Granada. Not only that, but you will also wander the many little towns and villages that dot the Andalucia countryside.
Cox and Kings Extremadura & the Heart of Spain
Discover historic Extremadura on this 8-day Cox & Kings tour. One of Spain's least-visited provinces, yet it’s one full of rich culture, beautiful sights and delicious cuisine.
Cox & Kings Classical Turkey
Turkey has played a major role in the Mediterranean world and due to its strategic location between two continents it has been a crucial staging post on the trade routes between East and West. This tour combines the striking architecture of the Haghia Sofia and Blue Mosque in Istanbul with the natural wonders of Pamukkale and the remarkable classical sites of Aphrodisias and Ephesus.
Cox and Kings Black Sea Turkey and Georgia
Follow in the footsteps of Silk Road traders on this exciting journey across Turkey & Georgia. The Trabzon province of North East Turkey contrasts with the usual perception of this vast country, with lush pine forests and ancient hilltop castles and combines perfectly with mysterious Georgia.
Cox and Kings Albania
Known as the ‘Cradle of the Balkans’, Albania and North Macedonia are home to a wealth of natural and historic sites, from Lake Ohrid and the well-preserved Ottoman town of Gjirokastër to the important but lesser-known Roman ruins at Butrint and Apollonia.