Cox & Kings Debuts 10 New European Journeys for 2015-2016

The company's ten new journeys include a mix of the Continent's emerging destinations as well as new family-friendly trips to the Euro zones more traditional locales. Below are just some of the highlights from this year's new hand-crafted private European journeys.

Travelers looking to delve deeper into Eastern Europe will be intrigued by Cox & Kings' new Gems of the Caucasus – Armenia, Georgia, & Azerbaijan journey where they will discover the ancient history and religious cultures of this budding tourism region. Cox & Kings' signature immersive experiences include learning the art of making lavash with an Armenian family in their home, a tasting at one of Georgia's premier wineries, and a private visit by a leading expert through the Neolithic petroglyphs in Azerbaijan.

While Sardinia's glitzy beach resorts of Costa Smeralda have become popular with the jet set, the island has much more to offer. The new 7-day Sardinia: Ancient Culture of the Mediterranean journey goes beyond the coast and through the Island's rugged interior to explore ruins of ancient civilization and stroll the cobbled lanes of historic cities, while tasting classic tapas and sampling exotic varietals in the wine region.

For far-flung adventurers, the new journey Greenland: Majestic Glaciers & Inuit Heritage includes an arm's length view of the Eqi Glacier, a visit with a Greenlandic family in their home to learn first-hand about their way of life, and a private sightseeing flight over the Ilulissat Icefjord.

Taking the kids? Cox & Kings offers many family-friendly journeys throughout Europe and the UK, and this year, there are two brand new trips specifically designed for traveling with the whole clan. Train enthusiasts young and old will be enamored by Switzerland: Lakes, Alps and Panoramic Trains a 9-day trip that includes a ride on the rails almost every day, from the oldest cogwheel train to the top of Mt. Rigi to the world-renowned Glacier Express. While Royal-watchers and British history buffs will appreciate London & Wales: The Iconic and Undiscovered and its itinerary chockfull of castles, fortresses and country homes.

The five additional new European offerings include:

• A Tale of Two Islands: Sicily & Sardinia, join Cox & Kings' Destination Expert, Pamela Young, on her custom-designed “dream trip” to explore these two dramatic and often overlooked islands.
• Italian Renaissance, this 10-day journey travels from Rome north up to Milan, showcasing the best of the region.
• Alpine Christmas: Holiday Markets & Carols, ‘tis the season with an immersive journey through the world famous Alpine holiday markets
• Turkey: The Great Ottoman Empire, explore the country's major historical sites on this 10-day itinerary
• Istanbul: East Meets West, an in-depth journey through the exotic Turkish metropolis

For more information on Cox & Kings, please visit www.coxandkingsusa.com or 1.800.999.1758.