The Best European Cities to Visit in June
From the cobblestone streets of Split and Dubrovnik to the historical landmarks and culinary treats of Rome and Milan – book your place now on one of these Euro city Culture Trips.
There’s never a bad time to visit Europe, but for long days, warm temperatures and blue skies, June is an ideal time to go. You’ll also avoid the heavy crowds and bumped up prices of peak season, as schools don’t break up for summer until early July in most European countries. Here’s our pick of the top European cities to visit in June, all of which you can visit on these unique Culture Trip adventures.
Split and Dubrovnik, for atmospheric old towns and secluded swimming spots
If you’re after sun, sea and plenty of sightseeing, Croatia’s Dalmatian coast should be on your radar for a June getaway. At this time of year, there’s hardly any rainfall and temperatures tend to hover around 23°C during the day and 19°C at night. In Split, there’s an abundance of Roman and Venetian architecture to admire, as well as plenty of secluded swimming spots along the coast – while Dubrovnik boasts one of the most charming old towns in Europe, characterised by cobblestone streets and atmospheric courtyards lined with lively bars and restaurants. You can visit both, as well as island-hopping between Hvar and Korčula, on our eight-day adventure, which includes sea kayaking, cycling, wine tasting and plenty more.
From US$2231
Next available from 26th May 2024
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STARTS AT
Split, Croatia
ENDS AT
Dubrovnik, Croatia
DURATION
8
GROUP SIZE
16
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Istanbul and Antalya, for vibrant bazaars and gorgeous beaches
From wandering the labyrinthine walkways of the Grand Bazaar to marvelling at architectural gems such as the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, there’s more to see and do in Istanbul than you could cram into a single trip. On our 12-day Turkey adventure, our Local Insider will show you the highlights on a walking tour of the old city and on a food tour of the Kadıköy neighbourhood – you’ll also cruise across the Bosphorus river, between the shores of Europe and Asia. The capital, Ankara, and the Cappadocia region – renowned for its unusual rock formations and underground cities – are also on the agenda, before you arrive in Antalya – one of Turkey’s prime beach destinations. It can get scorchingly hot in the height of summer, but in June, temperatures tend to be more pleasant – typically around 25-30°C.
From US$2798
Next available from 16th Aug 2024
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STARTS AT
Istanbul, Turkey
ENDS AT
Antalya, Turkey
DURATION
12
GROUP SIZE
18
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Discovery
Naples and Matera, for street food delights and James Bond filming locations
Despite being Italy’s third-largest city, Naples is often overlooked by travellers. If you’re willing to embrace its bold, gritty character, though, it’s well worth a visit – not least because it produces arguably the best pizza in the world. You’ll gain a fascinating insight into the city’s proud coffee culture, effervescent street art scene, pulsating food markets and diverse architectural styles on our 10-day Southern Italy tour, accompanied by our Local Insider. After taking in the beauty of the Amalfi Coast, you’ll head inland to the ancient city of Matera, known for its hillside cave dwellings – and, more recently, for featuring in the James Bond movie, No Time To Die (2021). From here, it’s on to the idyllic beaches and whitewashed villages of Puglia to round off your journey across the bottom of the Italian boot.
From US$2623
Next available from 25th May 2024
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STARTS AT
Naples, Italy
ENDS AT
Lecce, Italy
DURATION
10
GROUP SIZE
14
PHYSICAL RATING
Easy
STYLE
Discovery
Athens, for ancient wonders and a taste of Mediterranean life
Athens in June, glowing in sunlight but without the chaos of European summer holiday season, is resplendent. Our eight-day Greek Island odyssey is a tribute to everything we love about Greece – the food, the beaches and, of course, the fascinating history. There’s no better symbol of this than Athens, the starting point of our trip. We’ll take you to the Acropolis, of course, but you’ll also get to explore the lively neighbourhood of Keramikos for a taste of local life, as well as dinner at a traditional taverna. It’s the perfect way to start our Greek adventure, before island-hopping to Milos, Naxos and Santorini.
From US$2039
Next available from 26th May 2024
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STARTS AT
Athens, Greece
ENDS AT
Athens, Greece
DURATION
9
GROUP SIZE
18
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
Additional words by Gethin Morgan.
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