The third of the small group escorted tour operator’s new brochure series, the European Collection showcases Jules Verne’s 2025/26 adventures to the region – including new tours and destinations.
Small group escorted tour operator, Jules Verne, has announced the launch of its new European Collection brochure.
Featuring over 60 tours and visiting an array of destinations across the region, including the Baltic States, Italy, Armenia, Croatia, Iceland, Greece and more, the new brochure has been curated to showcase Jules Verne’s impressive array of European adventures for 2025/26. The continent continues to prove extremely popular with almost 50% of the small group escorted tour operator’s 2024 bookings being to European destinations.
The brochure also features eight brand-new tours for 2025/6 and includes two new destinations – Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Switzerland.
The European Collection is the third of four brochures to be launched as part of Jules Verne’s new series, following the release of the Worldwide Collection and the Cruise Collection brochures earlier this year and with the Solo Collection to come.
To celebrate the launch, Jules Verne is giving customers on the initial mailing list for the new European Collection brochure a £200 credit voucher to use on their next booking.
Debbie O’Neill, Managing Director at Jules Verne, says: “Our new European Collection brochure showcases the very best of our specialist small group escorted tours across the incredibly diverse and culturally rich European continent. Every itinerary has been carefully curated with customer experience at its heart, driven by our ongoing commitment to providing travellers with extraordinary and unique experiences which create memories that last a lifetime.
“We are particularly thrilled to introduce two brand-new destinations to our portfolio of European adventures, with one tour exploring the fascinating and relatively undiscovered land of Bosnia & Herzegovina and another immersing guests in the majestic mountains and lakes of Switzerland.
“These are two of our eight new tours to Europe for 2025/6, which also include five additional itineraries to Italy – in response to customer demand, with the country being one of our best-selling destinations worldwide – as well as a new cruise to Germany sailing the Rivers Neckar, Rhine, Moselle, and Saar.
“From exploring ancient ruins in Crete, learning the art of chocolate making in Switzerland and meandering through Venice’s streets of water, to hiking through emerald mountain peaks in Bosnia & Herzegovina, cruising along Croatia’s scenic coast and wine tasting in an Italian vineyard, our portfolio of European adventures is packed with experiences that promise to delight curious minds.”
See Jules Verne’s top picks for 2025/26 from the new European Collection brochure below, including both best-selling and new tours.
New for 2025: Best of Bosnia & Herzegovina – from £1,475pp
- 7-night tour departing:
o 4 June, 17 September & 1 October 2025 - Return flights from London Gatwick (June & October departures) or London Heathrow (September departure)
- Price includes: air travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 2 lunches and 3 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives
From hiking through emerald mountain peaks, visiting Ottoman-era cities, weaving between medieval fortresses and witnessing lake-studded landscapes, Bosnia and Herzegovina is a fascinating place to visit.On this brand new eight-day Jules Verne tour, guests will discover some of the country’s most captivating highlights including the postcard-pretty town of Trebinje, the mountain parks of Sutjeska National Park, the Pliva Lakes and Travnik, the once capital of Ottoman Bosnia.
BEST-SELLER: Treasures of Sicily (Italy) – from £2,025pp
- 7-night tour departing:
o 8 & 22 April, 6 & 13 May, 3 & 10 June, 2, 9, 16 & 30 September, 14 October, 4 (Solo Group Departure) & 11 November 2025 - Return flights from London Gatwick
- Price includes: air travel and taxes, entrance fees, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, itinerary as described, services of local guides and representatives
Jules Verne’s top tour in Italy, this week-long break takes guests on a circular tour exploring Sicily’s treasures, starting with the island’s astonishing wealth of well-preserved sites – from Greek and Roman monuments to Norman, Phoenician and Saracen landmarks. Highlights include visiting the iconic Mount Etna, the ancient port of Catania and a Palazzo in Palermo as well as witnessing Roman Mosaics at Villa del Casale, touring Agrigento’s Valley of Temples and wine tasting at Marsala.
New for 2025: Lake Lucerne and Majestic Mountains (Switzerland) – from £2,295pp
- 6-night tour departing:
o 8 September & 17 October 2025 - Return flights from London Heathrow
- Price includes: air travel and taxes, rail transfers, 6 nights’ accommodation, 6 breakfasts, 1 dinner, itinerary as describe, services of guides and local representatives
From a base in Lucerne, on this tour guests will explore Switzerland’s most stunning Alpine scenery by train. Highlights include riding Europe’s oldest cogwheel railway to the summit of Mount Rigi, learning to make Swiss chocolate with a local chocolatier, and visiting the picturesque Alpine town of Engelberg.
BEST-SELLER: Myths & Minoans (Greece) – from £1,925pp
- 7-night tour departing:
o 15 May, 11 September & 9 October 2025
o 23 April, 14 May, 4 June, 17 September & 8 October 2026 - Return flights from London Gatwick
- Price includes: air travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, 2 lunches, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives
This seven-night tour explores the largest of the Greek islands, Crete. Visiting Roman ruins, Ottoman streets, Byzantine churches, Venetian ports, mountain villages and Minoan Palaces, guests will be immersed the myths and legends of this magical island. Other highlights include a cooking demonstration with wine tasting.
NEW FOR 2025: Timeless Venice from the Water (Italy) – from £1,655pp
- 5-night tour departing:
o 19 June, 14 August (No Single Supplement Options) & 9 October 2025 - Return flights from London Heathrow
- Sailing on MS Michelangelo
- Price includes air travel and taxes, transfers, 5-night cruise accommodation, full board and drinks on cruise vessel, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives
Making full use of the watery topography of Venice, this tour is based aboard the stylish cruiser, MS Michelangelo; calmly removed from the crowds, while effortlessly visiting unmissable sights. The ‘best of both worlds’ concept extends to the itinerary, introducing guests to Venice and its surrounds in a flexible blend of guided tours and independent discovery.
BEST-SELLER: The Coast of Explorers & Emperors (Croatia) – from £2,095pp
- 7-night tour departing:
o 10 May, 7 June, 6, 13 & 20 September & 4 October 2025 - Return flights from London Heathrow
- Sailing on a private Jules Verne small ship, the elegant MV Admiral
- Includes: air travel and taxes, all port charges, transfers, 7-night cruise, breakfast daily, 5 lunches and 6 dinners, excursions, Jules Verne Representative, local expert guides and representatives
Taking guests on a magical meander around the intriguing sites, inviting islands, and unique scenery of the Croatian coast, this relaxing and refreshing cruise sees new horizons every day of its seven-night sail on a private Jules Verne small-ship, the elegant MV Admiral. Highlights include tasting the fine wines of the scenic Pelješac peninsula, visiting the islands of Hvar, Trogir and Brac (the largest of the Dalmatian islands), exploring Mljet National Park and wandering the charming streets of Dubrovnik and Split.
Book online or call 0203 553 3722 to speak to a Jules Verne specialist. To download or order a European Collection brochure, visit https://www.vjv.com/brochures/.
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Notes to Editors:
- Please note, if our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
- Full tour details can be found on Jules Verne’s website, with all tours being subject to availability and no additional spaces possible once the tour is filled. Tour price correct at the time of writing.
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About Jules Verne:
Established in 1978, Jules Verne’s innovative small group escorted tours offer authentic travel with a twist via air, road, rail and river. Every Jules Verne traveller is guaranteed a unique, quality experience within a small group of around 15 like-minded companions.
The spirit of Jules Verne is to seek out fascinating adventures around the world. Jules Verne works thoughtfully with local tour guides and communities to craft tours which reveal the true heart of each destination.
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