We selected these 5 self-guided itineraries to showcase some of the best craggy cliffs and coastal landscapes in Europe. Hike along cliff-side trails high above the ocean, spend time in smaller towns at a slower pace, and stand on some of the most historical cliffs.
#1 Ireland: Wild Atlantic Way Self Drive Adventure - 14 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Dublin | Dublin |
| Day 2 | Tour the Rock of Cashel - Cork | Cork |
| Day 3 | Cork to Kenmare (the Sheep's Head Loop drive) | Kenmare |
| Day 4 | Beara Way & Gleninchaquinn Park | Kenmare |
| Day 5 | Ring of Kerry to Dingle | Dingle Town |
| Day 6 | Dingle Free Day | Dingle Town |
| Day 7 | Cliffs of Moher | Doolin |
| Day 8 | Explore Galway | Galway |
| Day 9 | Connemara National Park & Clifden | Clifden, Co Galway |
| Day 10 | Sky Road Cycle/hike | Westport |
| Day 11 | Achill Island | Westport |
| Day 12 | Westport to Donegal Town | Donegal |
| Day 13 | Slieve League and back to Dublin | Dublin |
| Day 14 | Departure |
Get ready for mile after mile of unforgettable memories. On this road trip along the Wild Atlantic Way— the longest defined coastal route in the world—you'll enjoy rugged scenery, gorgeous coastline, and off-the-beaten-path adventures from County Donegal’s remote Northern Headlands down to the picturesque southern peninsulas. Read more
#2 Iceland: Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords, & Northern Iceland - 12 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival and Downtown Reykjavik | Reykjavik |
| Day 2 | Drive to Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Hike in Glymur Falls, & Visit Borgarnes | Snæfellsnes Peninsula |
| Day 3 | More of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula | Snæfellsnes Peninsula |
| Day 4 | Ferry From Snaefellsnes Peninsula to the Westfjords | Patreksfjörður |
| Day 5 | Southern Westfjords: Látrabjarg & Dynjandi | Isafjordur |
| Day 6 | Isafjordur or Hornstrandir Hiking | Isafjordur |
| Day 7 | Eastern Westfjords - Isafjordur to Holmavik | Drangsnes |
| Day 8 | Northern Iceland: Holmavik to Akureyri | Akureyri |
| Day 9 | The North: Godafoss, Whale Watching, and Big Waterfalls | Lake Myvatn |
| Day 10 | Geological Wonders of Lake Myvatn | Lake Myvatn |
| Day 11 | Drive back from Akureyri to Reykjavik | Reykjavik |
| Day 12 | Visit the Reykjanes Peninsula & Depart From Reykjavík |
This off-the-beaten-path road trip is especially great during the summer months with endless days, the midnight sun, and a fraction of the visitors of Iceland's south coast and Golden Circle. Wind your way along some of the best coastal roads in the country, starting with the volcanic Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Ferry to the remote with its sheer tabletop mountains and rising seacliffs--great for spotting puffins and other local birdlife. Continue along the northern coast past small fishing villages and hidden natural hot pools near the ocean. Read more
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#3 Norway: Fjords and Western Coast Tour - 12 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Oslo - City Tour | Oslo |
| Day 2 | Train to Flåm - Ferry to Balestrand | Balestrand |
| Day 3 | Kayaking in Balestrand - Ferry to Bergen | Bergen |
| Day 4 | Explore Bergen with a Local | Bergen |
| Day 5 | Fjordcruise to Rosendal - Guided Hike & Glacier Tour | Rosendal |
| Day 6 | Return to Bergen - Board Hurtigruten | Onboard Hurtigruten |
| Day 7 | Hurtigruten: Nordford - Ålesund - Geirangerfjord | Onboard Hurtigruten |
| Day 8 | Hurtigruten: Trondheim - Rørvik | Onboard Hurtigruten |
| Day 9 | Hurtigruten: Brønnøysund - Lofoten Islands | Svolvær |
| Day 10 | Explore Lofoten Islands - Drive to Andenes | Andenes |
| Day 11 | Whale Watching & Snorkeling Safari - Drive to Svolvær | Svolvær |
| Day 12 | Ferry to Bodø - Depart Norway |
Check off a number of stunning summer gems in southern and northern Norway with this 12-day adventure. After arriving in Oslo, start your trip in the majestic fjords region with ferry rides and a kayaking adventure in the Sognefjord. From here, ferry to Bergen and visit a glacier before boarding a Hurtigruten cruise for several days along the western coast filled with fjords, charming ports, and rare wildlife under long days of sunshine. Finally, make your way to the Lofoten Islands and explore a series of gorgeous islands by rental car at your own pace. Read more
#4 France: Normandy, Brittany & the Loire Valley - 14 Days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrive in Paris - City Tour - Transfer to Bayeux | Bayeux |
| Day 2 | Tour of Normandy's Landing Beaches - Return to Bayeux | Bayeux |
| Day 3 | Tour of Honfleur & Pays d'Auge | Bayeux |
| Day 4 | Tour of Mont Saint Michel - Drive to Saint-Malo | Bayeux |
| Days 5-6 | Explore Brittany | Saint-Malo |
| Day 7 | Drive from Saint-Malo to Tours, via Rennes | Tours |
| Day 8 | Tour of the West Loire Valley | Tours |
| Day 9 | Drive from Tours to Amboise | Amboise |
| Day 10 | Tour of Chambord & Chenonceau | Paris |
| Day 11 | Free Day in the Loire Valley | Amboise |
| Day 12 | Train from Tours to Paris - Explore the City | Paris |
| Day 13 | Canal Saint-Martin Food Tour - Le Louvre Museum Tour | Paris |
| Day 14 | Depart Paris |
This epic trip combines the history-filled coasts of Normandy and Brittany with a pleasant few days in the Loire valley to balance it out. Start in Normandy to visit historical sites—spanning 900 years—between Bayeux and Omaha Beach. Next is Brittany where you'll have free time (and a car) to explore the wild, rugged coastline at your own pace. Then experience UNESCO-listed villages, castles, and wine in the Loire Valley before finishing in Paris. Read more
#5 Spain: Northern Spain Road Trip: Galicia & Basque Country - 12 days
| Day | Highlights | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Madrid - Evening Tapas Tour | Madrid |
| Day 2 | Private City Tour - Discover Madrid's Royal Legacy | Madrid |
| Day 3 | Drive From Madrid to León - City Tour | León |
| Day 4 | Drive From León to Ribeira Sacra - Stop in Astorga | Monforte de Lemos area |
| Day 5 | Boat Tour of Ribeira Sacra - Drive to Vigo | Vigo |
| Day 6 | Tour the Cíes Islands - Drive From Vigo to Santiago | Santiago de Compostela |
| Day 7 | Santiago de Compostela - Cooking Class & City Tour | Santiago de Compostela |
| Day 8 | Drive to Oviedo - Stop in Lugo | Oviedo |
| Day 9 | Drive From Oviedo to Bilbao - City Tour | Bilbao |
| Day 10 | Coastal Drive From Bilbao to San Sebastian | San Sebastian |
| Day 11 | Half-Day Tour of San Sebastian | San Sebastian |
| Day 12 | Depart Spain |
The northern region of Spain is rich in culture and beauty. Orient yourself in Madrid before continuing to the far northwest corner of Galicia, known for its delicious seafood, beautiful coastline, and historic and religious pilgrimage sites. Drive through the gorgeous Basque Country and end with a couple of days in the star cities of Bilbao and San Sebastian. Read more