The RDA Group Travel Expo Cologne 2026 is a leading trade and order exhibition for coach and group tourism, taking place on April 28th and 29th, 2026, in Cologne. The event is a significant milestone in the 50th anniversary year of the RDA Group Travel Expo, celebrating five decades of bringing together the coach and group tourism industry. The exhibition will feature 340 exhibitors from 27 nations, showcasing their products and services to an expected 2,500 exhibition participants. The event is primarily targeted at the coach and group tourism industry, with a focus on travel agents, tour operators, and other industry professionals.
The program includes various presentations and discussions on the latest trends and topics in the industry, such as cultural trips as an opportunity for coach tourism, art cities, and combining coach and air travel to expand possibilities in group tourism. Exhibitors such as REISEN, CULTURE LOUNGE, Pro Sky, and JUFA Hotels will be presenting their offerings, including historic narrow-gauge railways, steam tours, and holiday experiences in Austria, Germany, and Liechtenstein. The event also features the RDA Expo Night at the Rheinterrassen in Cologne, where attendees can network and celebrate with over 770 guests in a festive atmosphere. The exhibition is expected to have a high level of exhibitor satisfaction, with 84% of visitors holding decision-making authority, and a high recommendation rate among trade visitors.
