UnPack Once in Europe's Best Destinations

Are you looking for a unique stay that will immerse you in local life instantly?

UnPack once and settle into the heart and soul of Europe's best destinations in an instant.

From 7 Days

Year Round

From $999

UnPack Once in Europe's Best Destinations

Are you looking for a unique stay that will immerse you in local life instantly?

UnPack once and settle into the heart and soul of Europe's best destinations in an instant.

From 7 Days

Year Around

From $999

Seeking a unique local experience in Europe’s most dreamy destinations?

Whether you’re a couple looking for a culturally immersive getaway, or a family in need of new experiences away from the daily grind, our travel designers will transform your dreams of having an authentic European trip into reality.

Make your next vacation stress-free, and have all the details taken care of by an expert team of specialists with superior local knowledge, who take away the hassle of planning a trip, so you can focus on creating memories to last a lifetime!

Duration starting from 6 Days

Year round Departure Dates

Pricing starting from $999

Reviews

“We have taken a number of Untours vacations and we keep coming back for more since they are so reliable. Our most recent Untour was in Scotland (Stirling) where the host, Moe, was gracious, knowledgeable, and responsive. We chose to stay without a car which allowed us to "be" more than "do" - we felt like we knew the neighborhood and the town in a more intimate way. Our apartment was tastefully decorated. Highly recommend.”

—J Schulz, August 2024

“Two weeks in September 2023 in Priego de Cordoba, Spain in a very comfortable apartment. It was a chance to get to know the town and the surrounding area. UnTours staff in PA and in Priego made the trip painless.

The Untours model of unpacking once is wonderful.

You set your own itinerary and with transportation included, in our case a car, we could explore at our pace."

— Marcia Brown, October 2023

“We have traveled with Untours to Switzerland, France, Portugal, Scotland, and Greece. I feel connected to those countries because I have lived in communities for several weeks. I may not have seen all the bucket list places, but I have shopped in the markets, pumped gas, gotten lost and found, used laundromats, and have met local people who have helped me out. Untours is the only way I want to “travel”. We have had lovely accommodations in every country, too, with enough support to make me feel comfortable. Highly recommended!”

—David Spring, September 2023

Reviews

“We have taken a number of Untours vacations and we keep coming back for more since they are so reliable. Our most recent Untour was in Scotland (Stirling) where the host, Moe, was gracious, knowledgeable, and responsive. We chose to stay without a car which allowed us to "be" more than "do" - we felt like we knew the neighborhood and the town in a more intimate way. Our apartment was tastefully decorated. Highly recommend.”

—J Schulz, August 2024

“Two weeks in September 2023 in Priego de Cordoba, Spain in a very comfortable apartment. It was a chance to get to know the town and the surrounding area. UnTours staff in PA and in Priego made the trip painless.

The Untours model of unpacking once is wonderful.

You set your own itinerary and with transportation included, in our case a car, we could explore at our pace."


— Marcia Brown, October 2023

“We have traveled with Untours to Switzerland, France, Portugal, Scotland, and Greece. I feel connected to those countries because I have lived in communities for several weeks. I may not have seen all the bucket list places, but I have shopped in the markets, pumped gas, gotten lost and found, used laundromats, and have met local people who have helped me out. Untours is the only way I want to “travel”. We have had lovely accommodations in every country, too, with enough support to make me feel comfortable. Highly recommended!”

—David Spring, September 2023

3 Easy Steps

Choose Your Experiences

We listen, understand and build on your ideas down to the last detail. Speak with our Untours experts to plan your perfect European trip of a lifetime.

Book Your Trip

Travel in confidence when you book with an established tour operator who has been delivering amazing memories since 1975. We plan unforgettable stays for each and every one of our guests.

Take Your Flight

All that’s left to do is to pack your bags and head to the airport. We’ll look forward to greeting you upon arrival!

3 Easy Steps

Choose Your Experiences

We listen, understand and build on your ideas down to the last detail. Speak with our Untours experts to plan your perfect European trip of a lifetime.

Book Your Trip

Travel in confidence when you book with an established tour operator who has been delivering amazing memories since 1975. We plan unforgettable stays for each and every one of our guests.

Take Your Flight

All that’s left to do is to pack your bags and head to the airport. We’ll look forward to greeting you upon arrival!

Why Untours

  • UnPack Once

Unlike anyone else, we offer you complete ease. Upon arrival you’ll settle into local living in an instant. It’s all the fun of independent travel, but with the planning, service, and on-site support of a tour.

  • Personalized Experiences

We make amazing places come alive, because of you. Our travel designers tailor itineraries with your interests and style in mind, offering an exclusive depth to your chosen destination unlike no other.

  • In depth local knowledge

Our team visits and thoroughly investigates all destinations, services, and amenities featured on our unique food and wine itineraries, so we can be sure we are offering the best quality experiences for you.

  • Comfortable Homebase

Whether a farmhouse in Provence or a garden apartment in Paris, Untours has selected home bases that give travelers unparalleled access to a city or region.

Why Untours?

  • UnPack Once

Unlike anyone else, we offer you complete ease. Upon arrival you’ll settle into local living in an instant. It’s all the fun of independent travel, but with the planning, service, and on-site support of a tour.

  • Personalized Experiences

We make amazing places come alive, because of you. Our travel designers tailor itineraries with your interests and style in mind, offering an exclusive depth to your chosen destination unlike no other.

  • In depth local knowledge

Our team visits and thoroughly investigates all destinations, services, and amenities featured on our unique food and wine itineraries, so we can be sure we are offering the best quality experiences for you.

  • Comfortable Homebase

Whether a farmhouse in Provence or a garden apartment in Paris, Untours has selected home bases that give travelers unparalleled access to a city or region.

Featured Experiences

Nafplio, Greece

From $939 per person

One of Greece's prettiest towns. Soak up its lively atmosphere, discover its Venetian Castle and lose yourself in the mosaic lanes. Strike out into the beautiful countryside to explore incredible ancient sites.

Nafplio

bike across Italy

Price: From $939 per person

Discover a romantic, waterbound Bourtzi castle; the 18th century Palamidi fortress; the collection of artifacts at the Archaeological Museum; the prize-winning Peloponnesian Folklore Museum; the nearby sandy beach at Karathanos; and the dozens of unique shops and diverse restaurants.

Where Will You Stay?

Stay in a beautiful vacation home in the heart of Nafplio, with easy access to the many sights of the Peloponnese.

Highlights

There is so much to do in the beautiful Nafplio:

  • An orientation on Thursday afternoon, the day after your arrival by the wonderful Christoff, your go-to Greek host during your stay.
  • Go back in time by meandering some of the mountainous secondary and tertiary roads of the Peloponnese. You will encounter shepherds tending their flocks using crooks right out of a Sunday school play.
  • See breathtaking landscapes reminiscent of the Alps.
  • Take a magical boat ride to see Bourtzi Castle, used by both Venetians and the Ottomans as protection.
  • Sail your way along the coast in the crystalline waters, completed in true Greek style with sensational seafood.
  • Stroll the Arvanitia Promenade and marvel at Nafplio's Medieval Castles, a wonderful paved route that stretches across 1.5 km.
  • Do as the Greeks do, by learning to cook and enjoy traditional dishes with expert locals.

What’s Included?

  • One or two weeks in a personally selected, private apartment in the historic town of Nafplio.
  • Suggestions for booking your international flight from the U.S. to Athens, or we can purchase tickets on your behalf.
  • Transfer assistance on arrival from Athens airport to Nafplio.
  • Car rental, with unlimited mileage and basic insurance, for the duration of your Untour.
  • An orientation session by our superb on-site staff with current information on local events, concerts, and festivals.
  • Local information and our own Untouring Greece guidebook, researched and written by Untours staff, full of the best restaurants, sightseeing, and other suggestions.
  • A local cultural event, like a sumptuous Greek dinner with our local staff person.
  • A stash of groceries upon your arrival, so you don’t need to shop right away.
  • Pre-trip planning advice from our staff, available by phone or email right up until you leave.
  • Ongoing support with our local representative. Help available when you need it.

Tuscany, Italy

From $1,109 per person

Escape to rolling hills, medieval towns, olive groves and the never ending vineyards of Tuscany. Summer tempts with fields of sunflowers. In the fall winemakers welcome the grape harvest.

Tuscany

La Bella Puglia

Price: $1,109 per person

As the summer heats up, sun-soaked Tuscany is at its most beautiful. However, Tuscany is a pleasure to revel in most times of the year, especially in fall if you desire the iconic wines that come from this region. Quite simply life is always good under the Tuscan sun.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a get-together after the following morning's orientation. Past events have included a luncheon and tour of the cloisters of Mt. Olivetto Maggiore.
  • Enjoy the flower-lined, cobblestoned streets of Pienza, and the unforgettable Duomo and Piazza del Campo of Siena.
  • Discover the wonderful scenery of the Chianti Valley, and the 13 medieval towers of San Gimignano.
  • Lose yourself in the streets of the classic hill town of Montalcino, one of Untours’ home villages.
  • Admire the austere beauty of the Sant’Antimo Abbey framed by cypress trees, or visit the open-air market on Saturday in your hometown of Buonconvento.
  • Of course what would Tuscany be without indulging in the delicious cuisine and wines? Enjoy a delicious meal at Da Mario, one of our favorite local restaurants and optional wine and cheese tasting experiences.
  • Wander the tiny little medieval village of Murlo, very near our hometown, visit the Medicean mineral bath at Bagno Vignoni and stop by to take a dip in the bathing pool of a natural spring at Bagni di San Filippo.
  • Discover Montepulciano by getting lost on the back road through Monticchiello, picnic at Abbazia di San Galgano, the ruins of a sixteenth-century abbey, still a beautiful and well-maintained piece of architecture, ruin or not!
  • Optional day trips to Siena, Pienza, Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Cinque Terre and, of course, Florence. Lucca, Volterra and Pisa are also longer day-trip possibilities.

What’s Included?

  • One or two weeks in a farmhouse apartment, often on a working vineyard with stunning countryside views.
  • Suggestions for booking your international flight from the U.S. to Florence, or we can purchase tickets on your behalf.
  • Airport meeting upon your arrival (set arrival time only) and assistance with your rental car pick-up and transfer to your apartment. (Or detailed instructions that allow you to reach your apartment independently with ease.)
  • Car rental, with unlimited mileage and basic insurance, for the duration of your Untour. (Other city drop off fees apply.)
  • An orientation with our acclaimed local staff person, who is full of excellent recommendations for your sight seeing, practical advice on driving and parking, and a listing of local events happening during your stay.
  • A regional map, local information, plus our own Untouring Tuscany guidebook, researched and written by Untours staff, full of the best restaurants, sightseeing, and other suggestions.
  • A local cultural activity, like a luncheon and a guided tour of a local abbey.
  • Use of an Untours cell phone while on location.
  • A stash of groceries upon your arrival, so you don’t need to shop right away.
  • Pre-trip planning advice from our staff, available by phone or email right up until you leave.
  • Ongoing support with our local representative. Help available when you need it.

Provence, France

From $1,959 per person

Discover the scenery and light that inspired countless artists. The art of living is alive and well in this hotbed of food, wine, and natural beauty. Explore picturesque terracotta villages, taste the local wines, and linger over some of France's best cuisine.

Paris

La Bella Sicilia

Price: From $1,959 per person

Paris is always a good idea they say, and it’s true! A city engulfed in a rich and decadent history. Discover the treasures of the Louvre and taste the “Arts de Vivre” through Paris’s exquisite cuisine. Home at one place in time to the most iconic artists, writers and rockstars, Paris continues to serve as an inspiration.

Where Will You Stay?

Choose from one of 8 chic apartments in desirable locations across Paris. Settle into a charming neighborhood. Become a regular at the local café and bakery, shop the markets, live the dream.

Highlights

  • Marvel at unmissable landmarks such as Notre-Dame de Paris, St Sulpice, Eglise St. Germain-des-Prés, Sacré-Coeur, le Panthéon, le Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Musée Rodin, The Pompidou Center, Carnavalet Museum, The Eiffel Tower, Opéra de Paris, Garnier, and much more!...
  • Tour Les Egouts (The Sewers), stroll along the Champs-Elysées, wander through the streets of Montmartre, tour Napoleon’s tomb and Les Invalides.
  • Find the best café and bakery in your neighborhood, window-shop through the Marais, Paris’s hippest new district. Finish by feeding the pigeons and people-watching in what may be the most beautiful square in Europe, Place de la Vosges
  • Why not take a day trip to Giverny, Versailles, Rouen, Chartres, Tours-Loire Valley, Vaux-le-Vicomte, Château de Fontainebleau, Château de Chantilly, Auvers-sur-Oise, and of course Disneyland Paris!

    • What’s Included?

    • One or two weeks in a personally selected apartment in the heart of Paris.Suggestions for booking your international flight from the U.S. to Paris, or we can purchase tickets on your behalf.
    • Transfer assistance by car service from the airport to your new Untours home and back at the end of your stay.
    • 2-week Untour: 5-day Paris Visite transit pass, which covers the city and will take you out to Versailles; 20 metro/bus single-ride tickets; and two 2-day museum passes that give you free entry to most major museums, allowing you to skip admission lines. 1-week Untours: 20 single ride metro/bus tickets and a 2-day museum pass.
    • An orientation session given by our local staff to start your trip off on the right foot.
    • A Paris street atlas, local information, and our Untouring Paris guidebook, researched and written by Untours staff, full of insider tips, restaurant recommendations, and sightseeing information.
    • A local cultural event, like a group dinner at a restaurant in the Latin Quarter.
    • A stash of groceries upon your arrival, so you don’t need to shop right away.
    • Pre-trip planning advice from our staff, available by phone or email right up until you leave.
    • Ongoing support with our local representative. Help available when you need it.

    Heartland, Switzerland

    From $1,269 per person

    Switzerland has everything – From the Alpine farming villages to snow-capped mountain peaks and cosmopolitan cities, it's all yours in the Swiss Heartland.

    The Switzerland - Heartland

    bike across Italy

    Price: From $939 per person

    No matter where you look in Switzerland, you’ll be in awe of its Alpine beauty.
    You’ll find now end to activities to keep you amused. From its charming towns, museums with world-class collections, gorgeous lakes, snow-capped mountains, hiking and superb wine and food, you will wish you had booked a several-months' trip.

    Where Will You Stay?

    Stay in a charming chalet apartment nestled in one of the Alpine farming villages with picturesque views.

    Highlights

    There is so much to do in Switzerland such as:

    • Exploring the cultured cities of Bern, Thun, Brienz, Interlaken, Basel, Luzerne, Zürich, Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, St. Gallen, Locarno and Lugano.Taking a refreshing dip in Switzerland’s many lakes and rivers such as; Lake Brienz, Lake Thun, Lake Luzerne, Lake Geneva, Lake Zürich, Lake Zug, Lake Lugano, Lake Maggiore, Lake Biel, Lake Constance, the Aare River and the Rhine River.
    • Alpine highs not to be missed include; Schilthorn, Jungfraujoch, Schynige Platte, Pilatus, Titlis, Stanserhorn, Schönbüel, Brienzer Rothorn, Balmeregghorn, Planplatten.
    • Visit some of the finest museums on the Continent including the Kunstmuseum in Bern, the Sammlung Rosengart, the Picasso Museum and the Verkehrshaus (Transportation Museum) in Luzern, the Kunstmuseum in Zürich, the Fondation Beyeler in Basel, the Ballenberg Open-Air Museum near Brienz, the Hergiswil Glass Factory, and the Olympic Museum in Lausanne.
    • Marvel at the castles in Spiez, Thun, Oberhofen, Gruyères, and Chateau de Chillon.
    • Enjoy a blissful railway journey on the iconic Golden Pass Panoramic Express, Glacier Express, or Bernina Express.
    • See how Swiss cheese is authentically made on a family-operated farm in the Alps, taste to your heart's content.
    • Immerse yourself in the local culture by listening to local musicians and yodlers at your farewell get-together.
    • Peruse local bakeries for fresh bread, and local markets for the freshest fruits, vegetables and cheese.
    • Enjoy hearing a (free) symphony of cowbells as you stroll to your home-away-from-home after a dinner at a lakeside restaurant.
    • Visit the Sherlock Holmes Museum
    • Taste fabulously fluffy meringue in Meiringen.

    What’s Included?

    • One or two weeks in a private Swiss apartment or chalet, often with spectacular views of the lakes and mountains.
    • Suggestions for booking your international flight from the U.S. to Zurich, or we can purchase tickets on your behalf.
    • Transfer assistance for most arrivals at the Zurich airport, with detailed instructions that allow you to reach your village with ease.
    • An 8 or 15-day Swiss Rail Pass valid on trains, buses, and lake ships; free entry to over 400 museums in Switzerland.
    • An orientation session given by our very experienced local staff covering rail and sightseeing.
    • Local information and our Swiss Heartland Dream Book and Swiss Hiking Guide, both researched and written by Untours staff, chock-full of suggestions for scenic hiking trails and day trips.
    • Depending on the length of your stay, a cultural group activity such as a local excursion or a group lunch.
    • A stash of groceries upon your arrival, so you don’t need to shop right away.
    • Pre-trip planning advice from our staff, available by phone or email right up until you leave.
    • Ongoing support with our local representative. Help available when you need it.
    • Special savings for kids 15 and under on this Untour in qualifying apartments. Call for details.

    Rome, Italy

    From $1,369 per person

    The Eternal City awaits. Discover its myriad fountains and palaces, its massive monuments and intimate neighborhoods. See some of humankind’s biggest triumphs of creation, or explore Rome’s cobbled backstreets, art galleries, and quirky food markets.

    Rome, Italy

    La Bella Puglia

    Price: $1,369 per person

    The food, the wine, the romance … are just a few things to love about Rome. It’s a city like no other, brimming with inspiration on every corner. From the impressive squares, to the ancient ruins layered with history and the quirky neighborhoods, you’ll never find a dull moment in the Eternal city.

    Where Will You Stay?

    Stay in one of our 7 Romanesque apartments, complete with all the amenities you’ll be needing for a metropolitan city escape.

    Highlights

    • Join our staff person for an orientation session to go over the basics of living in Rome and navigating its sights and public transit.
    • Linger over a cappuccino or window shop in the charming old Trastevere.
    • Visit Vatican City to tour St. Peter’s Basilica, and even schedule an audience with the Pope.
    • Tour the incredible holdings of the Vatican Museums, including the Raphael rooms and the dazzling Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo’s most famous frescoes.
    • Visit the city’s other major basilicas also beckon: St. Paul’s, Santa Maria Maggiore and San Giovanni in Laterano.
    • Wander around the historical streets, gazing upon the grand architecture of the many churches. Ranging from Medieval to Baroque, it’s an incredible collection of sacred art and architecture.
    • Explore the endless museums, from the Capitoline Museums to the Villa Borghese, the Vatican Museums to the Castel Sant’Angelo.
    • Stroll through some of Rome’s most famous squares and linger before its beautiful fountains such as; the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, the Piazza del Popolo to name just a few.
    • Just outside the city you can visit the Catacombs as a day trip.
    • On easy day trips you can explore the Ancient Roman port town of Ostia Antica or visit an old Ancient Roman villa in lovely Tivoli.
    • Relax on the beach in Lido di Ostia. Or take more ambitious excursions to Naples and Pompeii!
    • Explore the historic Jewish ghetto, and learn about the history.
    • Stroll along the Tiber River or among the Umbrella pines of the ancient Aventino Park grounds.Picnic in the Borghese Gardens. Smaller museums showcase Etruscan and Roman artifacts, modern art, Roman history and the art of specific eras.
    • Peruse the morning market in Campo dei Fiori for gifts to take home to loved ones.

    What’s Included?

    • Transfer by private driver from the Rome airport (or rail station) to your new Untours home, and transport back to the airport or rail station on your departure.
    • One or two weeks in a personally selected, centrally located apartment.Suggestions for booking your international flight from the U.S. to Rome, or we can purchase tickets on your behalf.
    • A transit pass, good for unlimited rides on Rome’s extensive system of buses, trams, and metro.
    • An orientation with our on-site staff. This will cover using the public transit system and practical advice for sightseeing, tours, and reservations.
    • Local maps and literature, plus our own Untouring Rome guidebook, researched and written by Untours staff, full of the best restaurants, sights, and other suggestions.
    • A local cultural activity, such as a tour of a historical site like the Castel Sant'Angelo.
    • A regional map, local information, plus our own Untouring Tuscany guidebook, researched and written by Untours staff, full of the best restaurants, sightseeing, and other suggestions.
    • A local cultural activity, like a luncheon and a guided tour of a local abbey.
    • A stash of groceries upon your arrival, so you don’t need to dash off to shop right away
    • A stash of groceries upon your arrival, so you don’t need to shop right away.
    • Pre-trip planning advice from our staff, available by phone or email right up until you leave.
    • Ongoing support with our local representative. Help available when you need it.

    Paris, France

    From $1,959 per person

    A city that defines romance, a city like no other. Make Paris yours. Linger in its museums, dazzle at its monuments, stroll its grand boulevards, and relax in its beautiful gardens.

    Paris

    La Bella Sicilia

    Price: From $1,959 per person

    Paris is always a good idea they say, and it’s true! A city engulfed in a rich and decadent history. Discover the treasures of the Louvre and taste the “Arts de Vivre” through Paris’s exquisite cuisine. Home at one place in time to the most iconic artists, writers and rockstars, Paris continues to serve as an inspiration.

    Where Will You Stay?

    Choose from one of 8 chic apartments in desirable locations across Paris. Settle into a charming neighborhood. Become a regular at the local café and bakery, shop the markets, live the dream.

    Highlights

  • Marvel at unmissable landmarks such as Notre-Dame de Paris, St Sulpice, Eglise St. Germain-des-Prés, Sacré-Coeur, le Panthéon, le Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Musée Rodin, The Pompidou Center, Carnavalet Museum, The Eiffel Tower, Opéra de Paris, Garnier, and much more!...
  • Tour Les Egouts (The Sewers), stroll along the Champs-Elysées, wander through the streets of Montmartre, tour Napoleon’s tomb and Les Invalides.
  • Find the best café and bakery in your neighborhood, window-shop through the Marais, Paris’s hippest new district. Finish by feeding the pigeons and people-watching in what may be the most beautiful square in Europe, Place de la Vosges
  • Why not take a day trip to Giverny, Versailles, Rouen, Chartres, Tours-Loire Valley, Vaux-le-Vicomte, Château de Fontainebleau, Château de Chantilly, Auvers-sur-Oise, and of course Disneyland Paris!

    • What’s Included?

    • One or two weeks in a personally selected apartment in the heart of Paris.Suggestions for booking your international flight from the U.S. to Paris, or we can purchase tickets on your behalf.
    • Transfer assistance by car service from the airport to your new Untours home and back at the end of your stay.
    • 2-week Untour: 5-day Paris Visite transit pass, which covers the city and will take you out to Versailles; 20 metro/bus single-ride tickets; and two 2-day museum passes that give you free entry to most major museums, allowing you to skip admission lines. 1-week Untours: 20 single ride metro/bus tickets and a 2-day museum pass.
    • An orientation session given by our local staff to start your trip off on the right foot.
    • A Paris street atlas, local information, and our Untouring Paris guidebook, researched and written by Untours staff, full of insider tips, restaurant recommendations, and sightseeing information.
    • A local cultural event, like a group dinner at a restaurant in the Latin Quarter.
    • A stash of groceries upon your arrival, so you don’t need to shop right away.
    • Pre-trip planning advice from our staff, available by phone or email right up until you leave.
    • Ongoing support with our local representative. Help available when you need it.

    About Untours

    At Untours, we believe in offering more than just a vacation. We provide authentic, immersive travel experiences that allow you to live like a local in Europe’s most stunning destinations.

    Our expertly curated trips focus on cultural connection, adventure, and making memories that last a lifetime.

    Whether you're exploring the bustling streets of a historic city or relaxing in a tranquil countryside, Untours makes every moment unforgettable.

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