Home to museums and concert halls, Riga is a cultural center known for its medieval Old Town with pedestrian-only traffic and varied shops and restaurants. Gothic spires and art nouveau form the spirit of this vibrant cosmopolitan city, which is also the largest of three Baltic capitals.

Thriving capital cities and friendly seaside villages, hidden mountain hamlets and an Old Town set on the water – Eastern Europe flaunts a pretty impressive display of attractions. On this 26-day adventure, you’ll discover the highlights of this diverse region, plus a whole lot of lesser-known spots. Explore the seldom-visited Sarajevo, fall in love with the walled city of medieval Dubrovnik and kick into adventure mode in Ljubljana. Feast on regional specialties in Venice, along the Cinque Terre, in Florence and in Rome. With expert local guidance and a small group of like-minded travellers, what more could you need for an epic journey across Europe?