Itinerary
- Day 1
English Channel to Paris
Start early and drive across the English Channel to Paris, spending the ride getting to know your fellow travelers. Once you arrive, you'll take a driving tour hitting the city's main highlights. There's an optional Seine River cruise if that interests you. This evening you'll explore Paris on your own and get a feel for the city.
Included Activities
- Paris highlights drive
Optional Activities
- Seine River cruise: from €15
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Louvre Arc de Triomphe - Day 2
Paris
Begin with warm pastries from a spot your Trip Leader recommends. Head to the Louvre to see the Mona Lisa, so book your tickets ahead of time. From there, grab a photo at the Arc de Triomphe and shop along the Champs Élysées. An optional bike tour is available if you want another way to see things. Tonight brings your first group dinner, and there's an optional cabaret show afterward if you're interested.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner)
Included Activities
- Visit Louvre
- Snap photo at Arc de Triomphe
- Shop along Champs Élysées
Optional Activities
- Bike tour of Paris: from €36
- Parisian cabaret show: prices and location available locally
Landmarks Louvre Arc de Triomphe Champs Élysées - Day 3
Paris to Swiss Alps
You'll travel from Paris to the Swiss Alps today. The drive takes time but the scenery through your window makes it fly by with all those mountain views. Once you settle in, enjoy the fresh mountain air and take in the alpine surroundings for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Jungfrau Swiss Alps - Day 4
Swiss Alps
This is a full day for outdoor activities in the Swiss Alps. You can take the Jungfraubahn railway up to the Top of Europe, book a helicopter ride with a glacier landing, or go skydiving at 14,000 feet if you're feeling adventurous. Later this evening, head into town to warm up with some glühwein.
Optional Activities
- Jungfraubahn railway visit to 'Top of Europe': from 199 CHF
- Helicopter ride in the Swiss Alps with glacier landing: prices available locally
- Skydiving in the Swiss Alps: from 475 CHF
Landmarks Jungfrau - Day 5
Swiss Alps to Florence
Travel to Pisa and spend time at the famous Leaning Tower, getting that classic photo. Then continue on to Florence, where gelato and Tuscan cuisine wait for you. Walk along the Arno River for those iconic views. Tonight you can join the group for karaoke or find a cozy wine bar to sample local red wine on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Pisa and see the famous Leaning Tower
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Arno River - Day 6
Florence to Rome
After breakfast, join a local guide for a walking tour through Florence's history across the centuries. You'll visit the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and the Duomo. Later in the day, you'll travel to Rome. Dinner is yours to figure out tonight, and honestly everything here is worth trying.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Florence with local guide
Landmarks Uffizi Gallery Ponte Vecchio Piazza della Signoria Florence Cathedral 
- Day 7
Rome
This morning is completely free to do what you want. You can optionally tour Vatican City or explore Palatine Hill, the Roman Forum, and the Colosseum with a guide. Later, meet your Trip Leader for an orientation walk through Rome's ancient sites including the Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Colosseum, and Trevi Fountain. Watch as the city's 2,500 years of history light up beautifully when evening hits.
Included Activities
- Orientation walk of Rome with Trip Leader
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Vatican City: from €80
- Tour of Colosseum, Palatine Hill and Roman Forum: from €80
Landmarks Vatican City Colosseum Pantheon Spanish Steps Trevi Fountain Palatine Hill Roman Forum - Day 8
Rome
You have a full 24 hours of complete freedom to use as you like. Shop on Via Condotti, hunt for the Knights of Malta Keyhole to get a unique city view, or just wander hidden backstreets and find local cafés. There's an optional guided food and wine tour through trendy Trastevere if you're interested. Tonight, track down the best pasta alla carbonara in its birthplace.
Optional Activities
- Food and wine tour of Rome: from €79
Landmarks Via Condotti Trastevere - Day 9
Rome to Venice
After a long drive, you'll arrive in Venice and settle into the Floating City. Your Trip Leader will lead an orientation walk through St Mark's Square, Doge's Palace, and Accademia Bridge. This evening, wander through Venice's misty alleyways and shimmering piazzas to find the perfect carb-loaded Italian meal.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk of Venice with Trip Leader
Landmarks St Mark's Square Doge's Palace Accademia Bridge - Day 10
Venice
This is your full day to explore Venice however you want. Float past the famous Rialto Bridge on a gondola, check out the epic Libreria Acqua Alta bookshop, or find a spot by a fire with hot mulled wine. Later, grab a cheap meal at Osteria Al Portego or indulge in Italian pastries at a café.
Optional Activities
- Get a personalised trip T-shirt or hoodie: prices available locally
Landmarks Rialto Bridge Libreria Acqua Alta - Day 11
Venice to Salzburg
Travel to Salzburg, a city filled with elegant Baroque buildings that has plenty to offer beyond strudel and The Sound of Music references. Your Trip Leader will guide a walking tour covering Mirabell Gardens, Mozart's birthplace, Fortress Hohensalzburg, and the Cathedral. Tonight, order a weiner schnitzel and a pint of Ottakringer at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Salzburg with Trip Leader
Landmarks Mirabell Gardens Mozart's Birthplace Fortress Hohensalzburg Salzburg Cathedral - Day 12
Salzburg / Austrian Alps
The Austrian Alps are calling if you love snow. Spend a full day skiing or tobogganing on slopes that fit your level, or just relax and sip hot chocolate while taking in the views. If the Alps aren't your thing, stay in Salzburg instead and take the funicular to the castle, visit Mozart's birthplace, explore St Peter's Catacombs, or join an optional Sound of Music tour. Don't miss trying mozartkugel.
Optional Activities
- Skiing in the Alps: prices available locally
- Tobogganing in the Alps: prices available locally
Landmarks Austrian Alps - Day 13
Salzburg to Vienna
Travel to Vienna, known for its musicians, grand coffee houses, and strudel. You'll drive past iconic sites like the Opera House, Hofburg Palace, Museum Quarter, and Ringstrasse. The afternoon is yours to fill. Visit Café Central where Freud and Trotsky once gathered, try ice skating at the seasonal rink outside Rathaus, or join an optional concert featuring Mozart and Bach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Vienna highlights drive
Optional Activities
- Viennese orchestra experience: from €55
Landmarks Vienna State Opera House Hofburg Palace Museum Quarter Ringstrasse Café Central Rathaus - Day 14
Vienna to Budapest
First stop is Bratislava, Slovakia. Your Trip Leader will guide an orientation walk through Bratislava Castle, the Gothic Old Town, and you'll grab lunch where you can try kapustnica or bryndzové pirohy. Then you'll continue to Budapest and see a highlights drive past the Chain Bridge, Castle District, Heroes' Square, and House of Terror. Tonight warm up at 360 Bar in a rooftop igloo with city views, or optionally take a Danube River cruise with lit-up Buda Castle and Parliament House.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk of Bratislava with Trip Leader
- Budapest highlights drive
Optional Activities
- Danube River cruise: from €35
Landmarks Bratislava Castle Old Town Bratislava Chain Bridge Buda Castle Heroes' Square House of Terror Parliament Building Budapest - Day 15
Budapest
You're free to explore Budapest however you'd like. Visit the Central Market Hall, check out the Jewish Quarter, or soak in the warm therapeutic waters of Széchenyi Thermal Baths. You can optionally join a bike tour or experience traditional Hungarian folk dancing with dinner at a historic wine cellar restaurant. Try local specialties like goulash, chicken paprikash, langos, and dobos cake.
Optional Activities
- Bike tour of Budapest: from €38
- Traditional Hungarian dinner in an historic wine cellar, including folk dancing show: from €65
Landmarks Central Market Hall Jewish Quarter Budapest Széchenyi Thermal Baths - Day 16
Budapest to Kraków
Travel to Kraków and join your Trip Leader for a walking tour. You'll learn about the city's history including its dragon legend, and visit the largest medieval town square in Europe. Later, explore on your own to visit Wawel Castle, discover quirky cafés and boutiques in the Jewish Quarter, check out Schindler's Museum, or try Polish potato pancakes at a local restaurant.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Kraków with Trip Leader
Landmarks Main Market Square Kraków Wawel Castle Jewish Quarter Kraków Schindler's Museum - Day 17
Kraków
Another free day in Kraków to do your thing. Head to Hamsa in the Jewish Quarter for hummus and happiness, shop for amber in the UNESCO-listed Cloth Hall, or try zapiekanki street food at Okrąglak. There's an optional vodka tasting tour with a local guide through cobblestone streets if you want to sample Polish vodka varieties. Later, find Przypiecek, a pierogi place that'll become your favorite.
Optional Activities
- Vodka tasting: from 269 PLN
Landmarks Cloth Hall Kraków Jewish Quarter Kraków - Day 18
Kraków to Prague
Travel to Prague, the picture-perfect city with its spire-filled skyline that lives up to the photos. Your Trip Leader will guide a walking tour through Wenceslas Square, the largest ancient castle in the world, and the medieval Charles Bridge. Watch the 600-year-old Astronomical Clock do its hourly performance. Fried cheese is a must-try while you're here. Tonight, visit a traditional pub to sample famous Czech beer, or enjoy mulled wine under the Christmas tree in Old Town Square if you're visiting in December.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Prague with Trip Leader
Landmarks Wenceslas Square Prague Castle Charles Bridge Astronomical Clock Prague Old Town Square Prague - Day 19
Prague
Today Prague is yours to explore as you wish. Check out the John Lennon Wall, visit the Communist Museum for some history, or take the funicular up Petrin Hill for panoramic views of the city. Grab a delicious roast pork roll from a street vendor in Old Town Square. Sample local Czech beer at various pubs, or indulge in trdelník, a fire-roasted pastry with cinnamon sugar and Nutella.
Landmarks John Lennon Wall Communist Museum Prague Petrin Hill Old Town Square Prague - Day 20
Prague to Berlin
You'll stop in Dresden, an 800-year-old city that was rebuilt after WWII. From there, continue to Berlin and prepare for currywurst and hipsters. You'll drive past Berlin Wall remnants, Museum Island, the Holocaust Museum, and Alexanderplatz. Your Trip Leader will guide an orientation walk in Dresden. Later, grab a steaming döner kebab with the group.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation walk of Dresden with Trip Leader
- Berlin highlights drive
Landmarks Dresden Berlin Wall Museum Island Berlin Holocaust Memorial Alexanderplatz - Day 21
Berlin
You have 24 hours to experience Berlin however you want. Optionally join a historic walking tour covering Nazi-era sites like the Reichstag, Checkpoint Charlie, and Brandenburg Gate, or take a food tour sampling kebabs, pastries, currywurst, pierogi, and local beers. Tonight, experience Berlin's nightlife with the group.
Optional Activities
- Third Reich walking tour: from €20
- Berlin food tour: from €50
Landmarks Reichstag Checkpoint Charlie Brandenburg Gate - Day 22
Berlin to Amsterdam
Travel to Amsterdam for the final leg of your tour. Drop off your stuff and explore Dam Square, the Royal Palace, and the National Monument. Dinner has plenty of options, whether you want Dutch steakhouses, vegan restaurants, fancy menus, or award-winning take-away fries. Later, head to Proeflokaal Arendsnest to sample over 100 local beers and enjoy the cosy atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Dam Square Royal Palace Amsterdam National Monument Amsterdam 
- Day 23
Amsterdam
This is your last full day together, so make it count. Optionally join a bike tour to explore Amsterdam's iconic canals, bridges, and parks. History lovers should visit the Anne Frank House, but book in advance. The Van Gogh Museum and Rijksmuseum are must-sees, or just get lost exploring diverse neighborhoods. Be back in time for your included group farewell dinner tonight.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group farewell dinner)
Optional Activities
- Bike tour of Amsterdam: from €32
Landmarks Anne Frank House Van Gogh Museum Rijksmuseum - Day 24
Amsterdam
After breakfast this final morning, it's time to head back to the UK. You've completed 24 days across 11 countries with incredible experiences and new friends who feel like family. Consider booking next year's trip while the memories are still fresh.
- Meals
- Breakfast
