Small group travel · Flexible itinerary · Europe 2026

Slow trips, good places, easy company.

Curated day trips and small group European escapes for people who want the beauty of travel without the overpacked tour feeling.

May 2 Rye Day trip from London
June 2026 Menorca Spain
July 2026 Milos Greece
September 2026 Lisbon Beginner surf trip

What is offered

Travel plans with room to breathe.

Each trip is designed around beautiful places, relaxed pacing, local food, optional plans, and enough structure that you can simply show up and enjoy it.

01 · Small group trips

Europe escapes without the big-tour energy

Curated stays, transport guidance, shared plans, and handpicked local experiences across islands, coastlines, food towns, and surf spots.

02 · Day trips from London

Easy, sociable days outside the city

Low-pressure day trips to charming UK towns and coastlines, planned for people who want company, good scenery, and a simple way to get away.

03 · Custom travel support

A plan when the logistics feel messy

Destination ideas, route planning, accommodation areas, transport notes, and realistic pacing for the places that feel a little harder to organise alone.

Who this is for

For people who want more than a checklist.

This is for travellers who care about atmosphere, good timing, small details, and having the option to explore together or wander independently.

You are short on planning time

You want the trip to feel thoughtful, but you do not want to spend weeks comparing routes, neighbourhoods, ferries, trains, and stays.

You prefer small groups

You like meeting people, but you do not want a loud coach tour, rigid schedule, or every minute of the day decided for you.

You have done the obvious city breaks

You are ready for island swims, old towns, coastal walks, long lunches, local markets, and places that feel slower and more specific.

You want flexibility built in

Join the group plan when you want company, take solo time when you need it, and travel with enough guidance to feel relaxed.

Upcoming trips

Summer 2026 is taking shape.

Limited spots, flexible itineraries, and relaxed small groups. Message “EUROPE” on Instagram or email for details and availability.

Mermaid Street

May 2, 2026

Day trip to Rye

A charming day out from London for cobbled lanes, independent shops, coastal air, and an easy first taste of travelling with the group.

Day trip · UK
Golden sunset over the sea

June 2026

Menorca, Spain

Quiet coves, slow mornings, beautiful swims, and Mediterranean food. A small group island trip with space to explore.

Small group · Spain
Blue water and beach in Greece

July 2026

Milos, Greece

Volcanic beaches, boat days, whitewashed villages, and a softer alternative to the most crowded Greek island routes.

Small group · Greece
Blue water and beach in Portugal

September 2026

Lisbon, Portugal

A beginner-friendly surf trip with Atlantic beaches, city evenings, good food, and a relaxed group pace.

Beginner surf · Portugal
Summer 2026 Europe trip poster listing Menorca, Milos, and Lisbon

Curated stays. Slow travel. Space to explore.

The summer trip list is based on the current Europe poster: Menorca in June, Milos in July, and Lisbon in September as a beginner surf trip. Rye on May 2 is now added as the next day trip.

Warm coastal sunset over the sea

The travel style

Less rushing. Better days.

The point is not to see everything. It is to choose the right base, eat well, leave space for swims and slow mornings, and make the logistics feel lighter.

  • Small groups with a friendly, relaxed pace.
  • Flexible plans, not hour-by-hour touring.
  • Destinations chosen for atmosphere, scenery, food, and ease.
  • Clear details before you join so you know what to expect.
Shivali, host of Slow Travel Europe

Host note

Hosted by Shivali

I am a London-based traveller who loves the kind of places people keep saving and never quite book: islands, coastlines, food towns, and slow corners of Europe. This page is less about me and more about making those trips easier to finally say yes to.

Limited spots

Want the details for the next trip?

Message on Instagram or email to register interest, ask questions, or get the full itinerary when dates and places are released.