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Experience Europe Like a Local
Pick the roads less traveled and go beyond a destination’s main sightseeing by delving into the culture and authentic side of Europe.
Travel isn’t just about seeing the sights. First and foremost, it’s the best way to broaden one’s horizons and learn how life is lived in other parts of the world. At JayWay, we don’t do big bus tours and strive to work with locally owned accommodations and providers to offer our guests an almost-local experience in Europe.
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for a honeymoon in Croatia
featured hotels
for a honeymoon in Croatia
Puglia, Italy
Palazzo Presta
4-Star Hotel
lake como, Italy
Le Quattro Dame
4-Star Hotel
Sorrento, Italy
Laqua Countryside
4-Star Hotel
Puglia, Italy
Palazzo Presta
4-Star Hotel
lake como, Italy
Le Quattro Dame
4-Star Hotel
Sorrento, Italy
Laqua Countryside
4-Star Hotel
Get To Know The Local Lifestyle
Go Off The Beaten Path
If you’re looking to dig a little deeper into a country and its culture, be ready to immerse yourselves in the local lifestyle, thus gaining a deeper understanding of the destination you’re visiting, no matter if you’re only staying there for a few days. To achieve this, you might want to add a few slightly lesser-known destinations to your Europe itinerary. For instance, alongside Rome, Prague, and Paris, consider Lecce, Brno, and Lyon, for a chance to hit the main sites, but also get a glimpse of a more authentic part of the same country.
Eat, Drink & Have Fun The Way The Locals Do
Other ways to experience Europe like a local include eating, drinking, and having fun where locals do or joining immersive activities that reflect the local culture, such as cooking classes or pottery workshops. Whatever you do, allow yourselves enough time to sit back and take in the sights, smells, and sounds of the place you’re visiting, because that’s where the real soul of a city or village lies.
Ask Your Local JayWay Friend
With local staff across Europe, JayWay can give you insights and experiences that big group tours can’t. Before and during your trip, you’ll meet and stay in contact with one of our team, that local friend you never knew you had in Europe, always eager to let you in on the small secrets that can make your stay in their home country all the more memorable and recommend their own favorite places to eat or drink.
Led by knowledgeable and passionate guides, the tours included in our itineraries aim to give you valuable insight into the lives of locals, thus allowing you to have a more immersive experience in Europe.
Suggested Local-Themed Itineraries Throughout Europe
Here’s a sample of our bespoke Europe itineraries that focus on local culture, with a focus on authentic experiences, away from the tour buses.
* Starting price is per person, in US Dollars, based on double occupancy in 3 star accommodation, in the most affordable month an itinerary is offered. Airfare to Europe is not included.
Click on your choice of itinerary, select the number of travelers in your party, month of travel, and desired star level of accommodation to get an approximate price. Submit the enquiry form with any additional details and we can start planning your customized trip.