Wildlife in Europe Holidays

We fly to distant continents to see amazing animals in their natural habitats but tend to overlook the fact that there are some superb wildlife holidays in Europe to consider. Introducing our new collection of European safaris, on which you can see extraordinary animals - including the European Big Five, our version of the African term - in equally extraordinary surroundings. Have you always assumed you couldn't see animals as diverse and downright glorious as blue whales, polar bears, manta rays, wolves, brown bears, lynx and flamingoes in Europe? Think again. You can have utterly memorable wildlife holidays in Europe; you just need to know where to look. That's where we come in, and even better, many of these destinations are accessible by train, so you can reduce your carbon footprint, which in turn helps protect the precious habitats of these extraordinary species.

Wildlife in Europe holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

  • One Country Romania - Danube Delta - Bucharest

    A Short Break in Romania - The Danube Delta and Bucharest

    Drive through Romania from the waterways of the Danube Delta to the streets of Bucharest

    5 days, from £1300 to £1650

  • One Country Norway – Oslo – Heggenes

    Culture, Adventure and Calm - A Winter Break to Norway

    Embark on a week-long adventure around Norway, charting a captivating course from Oslo to the wilderness of Valdres

    6 days, from £1700 to £2300

  • One Country Portugal – The Algarve

    A Family Escape to the Algarve - Castles, Beaches and Sunsets off the Beaten Track

    Escape to the Algarve for a family adventure, full of secluded beaches, spectacular sunsets and fresh seafood 

    10 days, from £2000 to £2750

  • One Country Svalbard

    Ice Caves, Husky Sledding & Northern Lights - A Big Short Break to Svalbard, Norway

    Experience the best of Norway’s Svalbard archipelago on this 5-day Big Short Break

    5 days, from £2500 to £3250

  • One Country Sweden - Lapland

    Summer in Swedish Lapland - Midnight Sun, Saunas and Alpine Meadows

    Take a summertime excursion through the most beautiful natural landscapes of Swedish Lapland, from the Gulf of Bothnia to Abisko National Park

    11 days, from £3000 to £4000

  • One Country Norway – Svalbard

    Into the Arctic Wilderness - Summer in Svalbard

    Reconnect with nature under Svalbard’s long summer sun on this five-day Arctic escape of fjord cruises, glacier hikes and wilderness wonder

    5 days, from £3500 to £4550

  • One Country Italy – Pescasseroli – Bisegna – Santo Stefano di Sessanio

    Hilltop Hikes and Wildlife Watching in Italy's Hinterland - A Journey Across Abruzzo

    Track Abruzzo’s wildlife on guided hikes and excursions during this eight-day journey through the Italian Apennines

    8 days, from £3700 to £4800

  • One Country Italy – Slovenia – Croatia – Lake Garda – Ribnica – Bale – Bovec – the Dolomites

    Italian Lakes, Slovenian Scenery & Croatian Coast - A European Family Road Trip

    Buckle up for 16 days of family fun on this epic road trip between Italy, Slovenia and Croatia

    16 days, from £4000 to £5200

  • One Country Romania – Armenis – Transylvania

    Wildlife & Culture in Romania - Rewilding Bison & Touring Transylvania

    Enjoy ten days in Romania, rewilding bison in the Carpathian Mountains and exploring Transylvania

    10 days, from £4300 to £5550

Wildlife in Europe Guide

Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday