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Best places to go on holiday in July 2022
There’s no getting away from it – July is peak season in much of the world and the most popular attractions can be overrun and overwhelming, not to mention expensive. Leave popular hotspots such as Venice and Barcelona behind and head for the Carpathian Mountains or the Austrian countryside for respite from the heat and crowds. Or navigate the waters of the Aegean or Croatia, choosing a small ship voyage that keeps away from the busy cruise routes.
It’s all about the outdoors in Europe in July, with dry, warm weather that’s perfect for getting active both underwater and on dry land. ![]()
Unless you like the combination of seasonal downpours and peak summer holiday prices then much of the Caribbean and Southeast Asia is best avoided, with the exception of Indonesia and Malaysia, where it’s the perfect time to see orangutans. For a wild card, Australian winter is a revelation: head for Tasmania for sunny skies and tip-top hiking conditions. Keep reading to find out more about the best places to go on holiday in July.
Our Best places to go in July Holidays
Botswana camping safaris
Botswana's premier game parks, Okavango Moremi Savuti Chobe
From
€1740 to €1970
14 days
ex flights
Sailing in Croatia
A multi-activity adventure sailing cruise in Croatia
From
€580 to €790
4 days
ex flights
West Highland Line railway holiday in Scotland
Take the world's best rail journey to the Isle of Skye
From
£981 to £1055
5 days
ex flights
Split to Dubrovnik Luxury cruise, Croatia
Cruise Split to Dubrovnik in luxury via Croatia's islands
From
£1049 to £1899
8 days
ex flights
Scotland by railway holiday
Experience authentic Scotland independently and car-free
From
£1255 to £1325
8 days
ex flights
Activity holiday in Montenegro
An active villa holiday at stunning Lake Skadar, Montenegro
From
£695 to £795
7 days
ex flights
July holiday activities
Activity holidays
Montenegro’s beaches are bursting with tourists at this time of year, but head into the countryside and it’s cloud and crowd free – just right for a zip-lining, canyoning, rafting extravaganza. While Spain’s popular beaches are heaving, in the Spanish Pyrenees and you can find peace (and cooler temperatures) walking through national parks and learning to cook in traditional mountain villages.
Self drive
There’s a real romance to hitting the road in Europe in the summer – windows down, wind in your hair, stop-offs at Mediterranean beaches… however the rest of the continent is in on it too, so you’ll also have traffic jams and high-season prices to contend with. Wild card? Try traversing the Tasmanian countryside, meeting the locals one B&B at a time. Both the wilderness and the winter sunshine are glorious.Small ship cruises
Rocking up in Venice on a mega ship is a big no-no – stick to a small ship cruise or sailing holiday that gets you away from the busiest routes and keeps your impact minimal. It’s hot, hot, hot in Croatia and Greece at this time of year, but the water’s clear and calm. A cruise around Scotland’s west coast, meanwhile, brings with it superb marine wildlife and birdlife.Our top Best places to go in July Holiday
Southern Croatia cruise in comfort
Cruise Croatia's beautiful islands on a small cruise ship
From
£669 to £979
8 days
ex flights
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2023: 6 May, 13 May, 20 May, 27 May, 3 Jun, 10 Jun, 17 Jun, 24 Jun, 1 Jul, 8 Jul, 15 Jul, 22 Jul, 29 Jul, 5 Aug, 12 Aug, 19 Aug, 26 Aug, 2 Sep, 9 Sep, 16 Sep, 23 Sep, 30 Sep, 7 Oct, 14 Oct
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Wellness
Plenty of fresh air and the feeling of warm sun on your skin is enough to enhance your mood already. Throw in some al fresco yoga and you’ll be really relaxed. All our wellness retreats are in full swing in July; head for Austria for a backdrop of snow-capped mountains or Greece for views across olive groves to the sea.
Wildlife holidays
It’s bear season in the deep, dark forests and mountains of the Carpathians and you can join a tour to search for these creatures in the wild – bring a torch for night-time tracking! Tanzania’s dry plains make it easier to spot wildlife and the wildebeest migration is in full swing, while in the Azores wildlife encounters come in the form of swimming with wild dolphinsMore about Best places to go in July
Where to go on holiday in July depends on whether you fancy relaxing on the water or getting out the binoculars. Read our guide for ideas.
Peruse our top 10 July holidays, from orangutans in Borneo to serenity in Scotland. We’ve chosen them for their popularity with our travellers.
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