• Island and paddleboarders, Lake Bled, Slovenia

August Tour News

Hi from Rick: Adriatic’s Never-Ending Wonders

In my mind Croatia is the cheerleader for the wonderful idea that you could spend a lifetime exploring Europe and never run out of new thrills. And, as so many travelers who take our tours (especially those who've been on 8, 9, 10…or more!) know, it's places like Croatia and Slovenia that keep Europe fresh, surprising, and exceeding expectations.

Croatia's Plitvice Lakes National Park is a perfect example. After 20 years of hard travel, I remember thinking, "Yep, I must have seen all the mind-blowing natural wonders of the continent." Then I discovered this fantasy world I didn't even know existed: a European Grand Canyon — heavily forested and corralling a long series of terraced lakes — divided by limestone cliffs and connected by countless waterfalls. A storybook boardwalk invited me past maidens selling honey and goat cheese fresh from their farms and into a misty hike spritzed with unforgettable views… Read more

In this issue


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Best of the Adriatic, Day by Day

Our Best of the Adriatic in 14 Days tour takes you on an unforgettable meander from pristine hill towns to sparkling harbors, lacing together the best destinations this diverse corner of Europe… Read more


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Raves About Touring the Adriatic

The Adriatic has so much to dazzle travelers — a wealth of cultural diversity, remember-all-your-life meals, and breathtaking modern history. But don't take our word for it… Read more


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Meet Best of the Adriatic Guide Sanel Marić

As a lead guide on Rick Steves Best of the Adriatic tours, Sanel has become legendary for the walking tours he leads through his small hometown of Stolac in Bosnia-Herzegovina… Read more


Castle and boat, Lake Bled, Slovenia

Video: The Natural Beauty of Lake Bled

Lake Bled — nestled in northwest Slovenia's Julian Alps — comes complete with a sweeping mountain panorama, a cliff-hanging castle, a lazy lakeside promenade, and the country's most sought-after desserts… Watch the video


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Poland with Guide Tomasz Klimek

On Aug. 24, we'll learn about the delights of undiscovered Poland with Best of Poland tour guide Tomasz Klimek and  Aug. 31, we'll play Monday Night Trivia… Register


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Is a Rick Steves Tour Right for You?

Join us tonight on Zoom for a Tours 101 session. Ask your questions, get answers from our tour experts, and find out if a Rick Steves' Europe tour is right for you… Register


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Going, Going, Gone

Grab one of the few remaining seats for 2026 — Best of South Italy, Venice, Florence & Rome, Best of London, Best of Europe — and save up to $200 per seat… Browse deals