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🏔️ Explore Europe's Best Adventures 🧗‍♂️

Discover thrilling adventures easily reachable from the UK for your next day trip or weekend getaway.

Here are 14 adventures close to airports achievable in a day. With destinations across 9 countries, and activities from just €25, why not search for flights from the UK and treat yourself to an Extreme Adventure Day Trip!

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Aiguille du Midi Cable Car

Aiguille du Midi Cable Car

France

Nearest Airport: Geneva Airport (75 mins)

Taxi

1 hour 15 minutes • €230

Public Transport

1 hour 30 minutes • €20

FlixBus from Geneva Airport to Chamonix


Activity Cost: €70

Experience the highest vertical ascent cable car in the world, reaching an altitude of 3,842 meters with panoramic Alpine views.

Aerial AdventuresMountain SportsScenic Views
Bernina Mountain Train & Diavolezza Cable Car

Bernina Mountain Train & Diavolezza Cable Car

Italy

Nearest Airport: Milan Malpensa Airport (45 mins)

Taxi

40 minutes • €60

Public Transport

50 minutes • €13

Metro from airport to Milan Central Station


Activity Cost: €185

Journey through the Swiss Alps on the iconic Bernina Red Train, followed by a cable car ascent to Diavolezza at 3,000 meters for a mountain-view lunch. Experience breathtaking Alpine vistas and one of the most scenic train routes in the world.

Mountain SportsScenic ViewsAerial Adventures
Caminito del Rey

Caminito del Rey

Spain

Nearest Airport: MĂĄlaga-Costa del Sol Airport (60 mins)

Taxi

1 hour • €80

Public Transport

1 hour 30 minutes • €10

Train to MĂĄlaga MarĂ­a Zambrano, regional train to El Chorro


Activity Cost: €25

Walk the famous suspended walkway through the stunning Desfiladero de los Gaitanes gorge.

Nature & WildlifeScenic ViewsHeritage Sites
Cliff Jumping In Mallorca

Cliff Jumping In Mallorca

Spain

Nearest Airport: Palma de Mallorca Airport (30 mins)

Taxi

30 minutes • €45

Public Transport

45 minutes • €8

Bus from Palma Airport to activity location


Activity Cost: €65

Experience an exhilarating combination of cliff jumping (3-12 meters), abseiling, rock scrambling, and sea cave exploration along Mallorca's beautiful coastline with licensed instructors.

Coastal ActivitiesWater SportsAdrenaline Rush
Costa Brava Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour with Picnic

Costa Brava Kayaking & Snorkeling Tour with Picnic

Spain

Nearest Airport: Barcelona–El Prat Airport (15 mins)

Taxi

25 minutes • €20

Public Transport

40 minutes • €5

Train from Barcelona to Costa Brava


Activity Cost: €57

Explore secluded beaches and rocky caves by kayak while discovering the marine life of Costa Brava. Includes snorkeling among fish and coral formations, plus a picnic lunch in a stunning natural setting.

Water SportsCoastal ActivitiesNature & Wildlife
Dolphin Watching in Lisbon

Dolphin Watching in Lisbon

Portugal

Nearest Airport: Lisbon Portela Airport (20 mins)

Taxi

20 minutes • €25

Public Transport

50 minutes • €5

Train/Bus combination to marina


Activity Cost: €50

Join marine biologists on an intimate speedboat tour to observe dolphins in their natural habitat. Explore Lisbon's stunning coastline while learning about ocean wildlife and seeing the historic Bugio Lighthouse.

Nature & WildlifeCoastal ActivitiesEducational
Ferrari 458 Race Track Experience

Ferrari 458 Race Track Experience

Italy

Nearest Airport: Milan Malpensa Airport (83 mins)

Taxi

1 hour • €70

Public Transport

2 hours • €15

Train from Milan to race track location


Activity Cost: €200

Experience the thrill of driving a Ferrari 458 on a professional race track. Enjoy 3 laps (10 minutes) behind the wheel of one of the world's most powerful street cars, with professional instruction included.

Adrenaline RushEducational
Hot Air Balloon Ride in Marrakech

Hot Air Balloon Ride in Marrakech

Morocco

Nearest Airport: Marrakech Menara Airport (30 mins)

Taxi

30 minutes • €14


Activity Cost: Contact for price

Experience a breathtaking sunrise flight over the Moroccan landscape, including views of Berber villages, desert oases, and the Atlas Mountains.

Aerial AdventuresDesert AdventuresScenic Views
Iceland Snowmobiling

Iceland Snowmobiling

Iceland

Nearest Airport: KeflavĂ­k International Airport (45 mins)

Taxi

45 minutes • €100

Public Transport

45 minutes • €23

Flybus to ReykjavĂ­k city center


Activity Cost: €150

Embark on a thrilling snowmobiling adventure across Iceland's stunning glaciers and icy landscapes.

Winter SportsNature & WildlifeScenic Views
Lake Bled Paragliding

Lake Bled Paragliding

Slovenia

Nearest Airport: Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (30 mins)

Taxi

30 minutes • €50

Public Transport

1 hour 15 minutes • €10

Bus to Kranj, bus to Bled


Activity Cost: €130

Soar over the stunning Lake Bled with panoramic views of the Julian Alps and historic castle.

Aerial AdventuresScenic ViewsNature & Wildlife
Sigulda Bobsleigh Track

Sigulda Bobsleigh Track

Latvia

Nearest Airport: Riga International Airport (60 mins)

Taxi

1 hour • €70

Public Transport

2 hours • €5

Bus to Riga city center, train to Sigulda


Activity Cost: €80

Experience the thrill of riding an Olympic bobsleigh track, available in both winter and summer seasons.

Winter SportsOlympic VenuesAdrenaline Rush
Soča River Kayaking

Soča River Kayaking

Slovenia

Nearest Airport: Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (120 mins)

Taxi

2 hours • €180


Activity Cost: Contact for price

Navigate the crystal-clear turquoise waters of the Soča River, one of Europe's most beautiful waterways. Suitable for all skill levels, this guided kayaking experience offers stunning views of the Julian Alps and Soča Valley.

Water SportsNature & WildlifeScenic Views
Stairway to Heaven (Himmelsleiter)

Stairway to Heaven (Himmelsleiter)

Austria

Nearest Airport: Salzburg Airport (60 mins)

Taxi

1 hour • €150

Public Transport

2 hours 30 minutes • €30

Bus to Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, train to Golling-Abtenau, bus to Gosau + taxi


Activity Cost: Contact for price

A thrilling via ferrata route featuring a 40-meter-long ladder bridge, offering breathtaking alpine views.

Mountain SportsScenic ViewsAdrenaline Rush
Zipline Dolinka Bled

Zipline Dolinka Bled

Slovenia

Nearest Airport: Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (30 mins)

Taxi

30 minutes • €50

Public Transport

1 hour 15 minutes • €10

Bus to Kranj, bus to Bled


Activity Cost: €65

Experience seven thrilling ziplines while learning about the protected Sava River Valley.

Aerial AdventuresNature & WildlifeEducational
Here are 14 adventures close to airports achievable in a day. With destinations across 9 countries, and activities from just €25, why not search for flights from the UK and treat yourself to an Extreme Adventure Day Trip!

General Tips for Adventurers

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Advance Booking

It's advisable to book these activities in advance, especially during peak seasons, to ensure availability.

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Transportation

While public transport is available for some locations, arranging transportation through the activity provider or taking a taxi might offer a more direct and time-efficient route.

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Safety

Ensure that your insurance covers extreme sports and always follow the safety guidelines provided by activity operators.

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