JUST ANNOUNCED: Adventures by Disney Teases Two New European Itineraries for 2026

It’s never too early to start daydreaming about your next vacation, right? Well, if you can’t decide between a Disney trip or a European getaway, why not combine them?

Adventures by Disney Switzerland will offer guests the opportunity to explore and appreciate its scenic wonders while embracing their adventurous spirit. Whether by kayak or a refreshing swim, they’ll be dazzled by the stunning turquoise blue waters of Lake Brienz. (courtesy of Switzerland Tourism)

Thanks to Adventures by Disney, you can find some incredible itineraries with a little added Disney magic. And now, Disney just confirmed two NEW destinations for 2026. Trust us — once you hear what’s on the schedule, your vacation plans will be MADE.

We’ve got a LOT to talk about, so we’re diving right in. Starting in 2026, you can book a trip with Adventures by Disney to Switzerland and Greece: Mythology of Athens, Peloponnese & Rhodes. Bookings open on May 9th, 2025, and there will be both family and adult-exclusive departures in 2026.

Each trip is led by an Adventure Guide, who combines storytelling, historical in-depth knowledge, and facts about Disney. Adventures by Disney will offer ten departures in 2026. Six departures will be for families, and four will be exclusively for adults.

When guests travel with Adventures by Disney, they have insider access to distinctive locales around the globe. On the new Greece: Mythology of Athens, Peloponnese & Rhodes itinerary, guests will have the opportunity to snorkel and kayak over the ancient submerged archaeological site of Epidaurus, reminiscent of the legendary city of Atlantis. (courtesy of Disney)

This one is for all you fans of Hercules, Fantasia, and The Little Mermaid. Adventures by Disney is offering a new 2026 itinerary: Exploring Greece with Adventures by Disney. This is an eight-day experience that will take you to the historic sites and sweeping landscapes of Athens, Peloponnese and Rhodes.

Guests on the Adventures by Disney Greece: Mythology of Athens, Peloponnese & Rhodes itinerary will experience eight days of exploring the landmark structures, historic sites and magnificent landscapes that shaped Ancient Greece and inspired Disney animated classics like “Hercules,” “The Little Mermaid” and “Fantasia.” (Matt Stroshane, Photographer) © Disney

Vacation highlights include:

Visit Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens and the ruins of the ancient Greek city Mycenae, the center of the first true Greek civilization
Kayak and snorkel above an ancient submerged archaeological site in Epidaurus, with similarities to the lost city of Atlantis
Explore the seaside town of Rhodes, once home to the site of the Colossus of Rhodes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the seven wonders of the ancient world
Participate in hands-on activities like replicating Greek pottery and a cooking class featuring
centuries-old techniques

Beginning in 2026, Adventures by Disney, a leader in global family travel, will offer guests a brand-new itinerary rooted in stunning architecture, delectable cuisine and famous mythology – Greece: Mythology of Athens, Peloponnese & Rhodes. Each departure is led by Disney-trained Adventure Guides who bring real-world magic to life through masterful storytelling, in-depth knowledge of each destination and a hassle-free travel experience for a vacation unlike any other. (Matt Stroshane, Photographer) © Disney

Looking for a different kind of vacation? Perhaps you’ll be interested in the new Switzerland itinerary! Here, Adventures by Disney is offering an eight-day itinerary with visits to charming villages and locations that inspired Walt Disney. Oh, and other will be some AMAZING culinary delights like chocolate, cheese, and wine.

Adventures by Disney Switzerland will allow guests to explore some of the majestic landscapes and charming towns that inspired many Disney creations, including an alpine hike with the Matterhorn as their backdrop – the inspiration behind Disneyland Resort’s Matterhorn Bobsleds attraction. (Amy Smith, Photographer) © Disney

Highlights include:

An alpine hike with views of the famous Matterhorn — this was the inspiration for Disneyland’s Matterhorn Bobsleds attraction
Authentic Swiss delights, including Gruyère cheese, fondue, and specialty chocolates, in a Swiss chocolate-making workshop
A privately guided tour of the lakeside medieval castle, Château de Chillon
A visit to Lake Brienz by kayak and a dip in the water
An after-hours event at the Olympic Museum, home of the largest archive of Olympic Games memorabilia in the world

Adventures by Disney Switzerland will give guests the opportunity to experience eight days of real-world magic, including a fairytale setting come to life during a privately guided tour of the dreamy lakeside medieval castle, Château de Chillon.
(courtesy of Switzerland Tourism/Markus Buehler-Rasom)

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