Luxury Spas of Europe
Tours / Luxury Spas of Europe
Experience a luxurious European escape, free from lugging bags on crowded public transit. Enjoy sightseeing excursions combined with rejuvenating spa treatments for the ultimate pampering getaway.
DATE
Sept 3-14, 2025
BOARD
4-Star Hotels
DURATION
12 Days
TRANSPORT
Vans, Taxis
GROUP SIZE
8 People
ACTIVITY
Leisure
Tour Itinerary
DAY 1: Travel Day
International flights should be arranged to depart from the US on or before Sept 3rd in order to arrive at London Heathrow airport on the tour start date of Sept 4th.
DAY 2: Arrival in London
Be picked up at the airport and whisked to the historic town of Windsor. Those who arrive in the morning may arrange to visit Windsor Castle, oldest and largest occupied castle in the world and one of the homes of the British royal family. Later arrivals may stroll through Alexandra Gardens on the River Thames. Overnight at The Castle Hotel Windsor.
DAY 3: Roman Bath
Travel in comfort from Windsor to Bath. Immerse yourself in all that the ancient city has to offer, from the Roman hot springs to the Jane Austen Center. Visit the Royal Crescent - the most esteemed address in Victorian Bath, the Pulteney Bridge - one of only four bridges containing shops, and Bath Abbey - known as the Lantern of the West. Shops and restaurants are all within easy walking distance. Optional afternoon tea in The Pump Room. End your day with a stroll along the River Avon. Overnight in Bath.
DAY 4: Thermae Bath Spa
Tour the Roman Baths with their natural hot springs and Roman artifacts found during excavations. Although you can’t enter the water at the Roman Baths, you can immerse yourself in the city’s naturally warm, mineral-rich waters on your visit to Thermae Bath Spa. A towel and robe are provided for your 2-hour spa session. Enjoy full access to the Minerva Bath, multi-sensory Wellness Suite and open-air Rooftop Pool. Tour pricing includes a 50 min massage or facial. For those seeking an alternative to the spa, a clay shooting experience can be arranged upon request. Optional afternoon visit to Prior Park. Overnight in Bath.
DAY 5: Cardiff, Wales
There's a huge amount of Welsh history packed into Cardiff Castle - around 2000 years in all. Glimpse how the royals indulged in luxurious living at Cardiff Castle as well as the much less comfortable accommodations used as air raid shelters during WWII. Optional afternoon visit to the village of Lacock. Overnight in Bath.
DAY 6: Flight to Hungary
Optional early morning hot air balloon ride over Bath. Depart Bath for London Heathrow airport and fly to Budapest, Hungary. Taxis will transport the group from the airport to the hotel downtown to drop off luggage and check-in. View the massive and ornate Hungarian parliament building on the banks of the Danube River. Pause at the Shoes on the Danube – a touching tribute to Jewish Holocaust victims. Choose from a tantalizing array of international cuisine options at Great Market Hall. Overnight in Budapest.
DAY 7: Budapest
View the city of Buda on one side of the Danube and Pest on the opposite from the high vantage point of Buda Castle. Enjoy a traditional Hungarian goulash at the castle’s Royal Guard Café. Nearby, Fisherman’s Bastion is a panoramic viewing terrace with fairytale towers and balconies. With its stunning gothic architecture and gorgeous stained-glass windows, St. Matthias church has been used as a coronation church by Hungarian royalty. Overnight in Budapest.
DAY 8: Szechenyi Baths
Set in a beautiful woodland park, the Szechenyi Baths are one of the largest spa bath complexes in Europe. Prepare to be indulged with saunas, steam rooms, 15 indoor baths and 3 grand outdoor pools. Tour pricing includes a 45-min massage or pedicure, private changing cabin and full day access. Also within City Park, visit Vajdahunyad Castle, Balloon Fly and nearby Heroes’ Square. Optional evening cruise on the Danube. Overnight in Budapest.
DAY 9: Flight to Santorini
Take a morning flight from Budapest to Santorini. A taxi will transport you from the airport to your hotel, overlooking the sea. Explore Fira’s Theotokopoulos Main Square and the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Enjoy incredible sunset views from lounge chairs on your suite deck. Overnight at the Caldera Cliff Illusion Suites, Fira with an outdoor private hot tub and view of the caldera.
DAY 10: Kamari Beach & Oia
Spend the morning sipping refreshing drinks while lazing ocean-side under a grass umbrella at Kamari Beach or relax in your room’s private hot tub. Optional morning catamaran cruise around caldera. Travel to Oia to see the iconic windmills, whitewashed houses and blue domed churches. Stay for the enchanting sunset. Overnight at the Caldera Cliff Illusion Suites.
DAY 11: Santorini
Try a fish pedicure, stroll through the Fira market stalls and boutique shops, sip a drink from a bar overlooking the sea, and/or ride the cable car down to the old port. This day is yours to explore the Old Town. Bags will be held at the hotel until time of departure. Take an evening flight back to London Heathrow. Overnight in London.
DAY 12: Return Home
The tour concludes with hotel check-out by 11 a.m. Arrangements to the airport will be made for those leaving prior to 9 a.m. Early departures or later departures should plan their own transportation to the airport.
Tour Pricing And Payment Schedule
The Luxury Spas of Europe tour scheduled for September 2025 will be $3,750 per person, based on double occupancy. A $100 discount is given for payment in full at initial deposit; otherwise, the following payment schedule applies, per person:​
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Non-refundable deposit of $600 reserves spot (deposits made prior to Dec 31st, 2024 receive a $100 discount, making the deposit $500.)
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Payment of $450 due on Feb 1st, 2025
Payment of $450 due on Mar 1st, 2025
Payment of $450 due on Apr 1st, 2025
Payment of $450 due on May 1st, 2025
Payment of $450 due on Jun 1st, 2025
Payment of $450 due on Jul 1st, 2025
Final payment of $450 due on Aug 1st, 2025
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If signing up after any deposit deadline, payment for any previous deposits will be due upon sign-up. Prompt payment is appreciated. Late payments are assessed a $25 late fee.
Solo supplement (single occupancy hotel rooms): $1,450
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Minimum Number of Participants: 6.
Tour Inclusions and Exclusions
Included in the tour cost:
Pre-tour information, such as what to pack and how to exchange currency
Expertise of a tour guide throughout the tour
All sight-seeing and visits, as noted in the itinerary
All on-tour local transportation, including vans and taxis to and from hotels
One carry-on suitcase and one personal item due to space restraints in rental vehicles
All accommodations, based on double occupancy; typically, 4-star hotels
Not included in the tour cost:
“International airfare and any related expenses, including flights between destinations
Travel insurance
Expenses due to flight delays, strikes, inclement weather or other irregularities
Passport fees, visas (including ETIAS for EU entry) and visa photos as required
Personal items such as souvenirs, laundry services, beverages, snacks, and healthcare
Optional excursions as indicated in the itinerary
Meals as indicated in the tour itinerary
Checked baggage fees and excess baggage charges
Seat requests and seat upgrades
Solo traveler supplement
Refunds for tour services not utilized
Other items not specifically mentioned as included
Tour Information
Terms and Conditions
Please thoroughly review the Terms and Conditions on our website. Submitting a deposit for services constitutes a contractual agreement with Aticus Travel and represents your acceptance of the Aticus Travel, LLC Terms & Conditions.
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​Liability Waiver and Release Form
Please sign and return the Liability Waiver and Release Form for each tour participant. A parent or guardian must sign the form for any minor participants. A tour request is officially submitted when both the tour deposit and the Waiver and Release form are received by Aticus Travel, LLC for each tour participant.
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​Travel Insurance
Due to the strict cancellation policy, in order to protect your investment, and to provide you with peace of mind, we strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance. Many reputable companies exist and you can look into any of them, but here are a few recommendations to consider: Allianz Global Assistance, TravelEx, World Nomads and Travel Guard.
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​Packing Checklist and Tips
Please review the packing list for suggestions and tips on what to pack, how much you can take and what to leave at home.
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