Sabbaticals in Europe Holidays

Sabbaticals are the perfect opportunity to hit pause on normal life and set off on an adventure, whether it's for three months or three weeks. Perhaps you want to learn new skills, lose yourself in nature, or immerse yourself in a new culture - whatever your motivation, Europe has got you covered.

Sabbaticals in Europe holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Italy – Greece – Venice – Bologna – Florence – Rome – Naples – Sicily – The Peloponnese

    Art, Architecture & Ancient Cities - A Cultural Sabbatical Through Europe

    Embark on a five-week sabbatical through Europe’s cultural treasures, from Venice and Rome to Sicily and the Greek Peloponnese

    36 days, from £13600 to £21750

  • One Country Greece – Albania – Montenegro – Croatia – Slovenia – Italy – Switzerland – France

    Lovely Lakes, Majestic Mountains and Sparkling Seas - A Luxury Mediterranean Sabbatical

    Embark on an 11-week sabbatical across Europe’s gems, from Alpine peaks and turquoise lakes to historic towns and sun-kissed coasts

    77 days, from £34100 to £54500

  • One Country Sweden – Norway – Gothenburg – Oslo – Alesund – Northern Fjords – Lofoten Islands

    Luxury Scandinavian Sabbatical - Cities, Fjords and Arctic Adventures

    Savour the Scandinavian lifestyle on this 42-day sabbatical, from charming Gothenburg to Norway’s frosty fjords and Lofoten islands

    42 days, from £35000 to £45500

With so many countries to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start planning a sabbatical in Europe. Fear not: our team of travel experts are on hand to help craft the perfect itinerary packed full of memorable experiences. If it's culture you're after, we can organise private after-hours museum tours, pair you up with expert guides and introduce you to local artisans who can teach you traditional crafts. Or maybe you fancy an adventure? We can arrange everything from kayaking along Norway's dramatic fjords to treks through the cinematic landscapes of Iceland.

The beauty of sabbaticals in Europe is that you can visit multiple countries in a single trip. On a luxury Mediterranean sabbatical, travel through some of the continent's most beautiful countries, stopping along the way for a sailing trip in Greece, hiking in the Dolomites and Albanian Alps, a serene stay in Switzerland, and an elegant trip to Paris.