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Europe Highlights Christmas

10 days
Start and end in Rome
5.0
2 traveler reviews
Europe Highlights Christmas - Expat Explore Travel
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
Age range 10 to 75
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Highlights

  • Celebrate Christmas in Amsterdam!
  • Explore Venice, Amsterdam, Florence, Munich and more
  • Cruise along the Rhine Valley and Amsterdam’s canals
  • Enjoy free days to explore Paris and the Swiss Alps
  • Visit Burgundy, Ghent and Innsbruck

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start of tour in Rome - Venice
  2. Day 2 Venice - Innsbruck - Bavaria
  3. Day 3 Bavaria - Rhine Valley (Christmas Eve)
  4. Day 4 Rhine Valley - Amsterdam (Christmas Day)
  5. Day 5 Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris
  6. Day 6 Paris: Free Day
  7. Day 7 Paris - Burgundy - Swiss Alps
  8. Day 8 Swiss Alps: Free Day
  9. Day 9 Lake Como - Tuscany
  10. Day 10 Pisa - Florence - Rome (New Year’s Eve)
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Number of tours

83

Age Range

10 to 80 years old

Response time

6 hours

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • Europe Highlights Christmas reviewer 1
    · January 6th, 2025
    I booked thru Tour Radar but it was “Ex-Pat” tours who provided the tour, actually; I was not as well informed of the logistics of the trip had I booked with Ex-Pat directly. It was a whirlwind tour, well organized & implemented. The weather was understandably chilly; the sights & experiences memorable. Emphasis on good footwear can not be overstated. Have a plan for your free time or anticipate reasonable extra costs. Guide & driver were super! Ty
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    Trip date: December 2024
  • Europe Highlights Christmas reviewer 2
    · December 29th, 2024
    Luke went above and beyond to make sure everyone has the best experience ever. He keeps it fun, personal and interesting each & every day of the tour.
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    Trip date: December 2023

Dates & Availability

10 days
Europe Highlights Christmas
From Rome to Rome

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    Tina

    Asked on November 22nd, 2024

    Where will we meet?

    Tour Details
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      The meet up location for your European Highlights Tour is the following Hotel in Rome, at 7:30 AM on December 22, 2024. Excel Roma Montemario, Via degli Scolopi, 31, 00136 Roma RM, Italy.

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      Tina

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      What more can you tell us about the optional excursions available to select from?

    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten December 2024

      Please note that we have responded on your confirmed booking page. To streamline communication, kindly refer any further questions or concerns to your confirmed booking page.

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    Jackie

    Asked on August 27th, 2024

    I need the starting point hotel so i can book a hotel nearby for the pre-night

    Accommodation
    Tour Details
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten August 2024

      At this stage, your departure is too far in advance for us to give you a confirmed starting hotel. Due to the fact that our hotels are subject to change, we do not provide inaccurate information beforehand to minimize any confusion that may be caused. We therefore suggest reaching out roughly 90 days prior on your confirmed booking page for this information.

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    Allan

    Asked on July 11th, 2024

    What is the cost for the single supplemental for my own private room?

    Single supplement
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten July 2024

      For this tour, the Single Supplement is at 845.60 USD.

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    Helen

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Are international flights included in the tour price?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
      Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

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    Ivan

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Are young children allowed?

    Age Range
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

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    Jorge

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

    Meals
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

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    Rob

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

    Payments
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
      * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

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    Molly

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

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    Travel Support
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

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    Jamie

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

    Visa
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

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    Ryan

    Asked on March 18th, 2024

    How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

    Price / Availability
    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten March 2024

      This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 254620

  • Currencies
    Euro
    Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy and Netherlands
    Fr.
    Swiss Franc
    Switzerland
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types L, J.

    Type L
    Italy
    Type J
    Switzerland
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria, Germany and Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before August 10th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 10th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Expat Explore Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Expat Explore Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
  • Cancellation Policy
  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.