7 experiences you'd never guess were in Europe

You don't need to travel to Mongolia to stay in a traditional yurt; join our Iceland Yurt Adventure to spend three nights in a cosy camp in the heart of the Golden Circle. Just as in Mongolia, Iceland's climate is one of extremes, but the circular lattice structure is designed to stand strong in brisk winds, and the efficient airflow provides excellent temperature control. But unlike Mongolia, here you'll also have a chance to see the incredible Northern Lights from your yurt in winter months. Enjoy underfloor heating and fluffy sheepskin rugs in winter or open the front door when the temperatures climb in summer. 

Pedal amongst vast rural countryside and grassy meadows on your way to the ancient town of Matera on our Puglia Cycling Tour. Characterised by prehistoric stone dwellings carved into the chalky cliffs of the Gravina valley, the town is thought to be one of the earliest human settlements in Italy. You'll feel as though you've gone back in time as you explore the maze of narrow alleyways and rest tired legs in a specially-adapted cave room at the Sassi Hotel. 

The Annapurna Circuit in the lofty mountain ranges of Nepal is considered to be one of the best long-distance treks in the world. But a similar challenge closer to home presents itself on our Tour Du Mont Blanc. Push yourself to the limits as you circumnavigate 148km around the snowy peaks of Mont Blanc Massif and climb rocky passes to altitudes of over 2,500 metres on this dramatic European alpine adventure. 

Although its reputation for exquisite wine may come as a surprise, Moldova was once known as the 'Vineyard of the USSR'. Visit the vast underground tunnels of Milestii Mici Wine Cellar on our Moldova Short Break to sample home-grown sparkling wines and return to Chisinau to dine in the charming Carpe Diem wine bar. This secret hidden gem is far removed from the tourist hot-spots and, perhaps unexpectedly, boasts a vast array of tasty wines presented and poured by knowledgeable sommeliers.