Itinerary
- Day 1
London
After you check in and get settled, there's time to wander around Borough Market if you arrive early, checking out the local food vendors. Later this evening you'll meet up with everyone for dinner and drinks, hear the welcome speech, then head out to see London's lit-up iconic sights before calling it a night.
Optional Activities
- Visit Borough Market, a large food market near London Bridge
Landmarks/POIs London Bridge Borough Market - Day 2
London to Paris
You'll board the Eurostar train from London to Paris. Once you freshen up, walk through Montmartre to see Sacré-Cœur dome, Moulin Rouge, and the 'Le Mur des Je t'aime' wall from the area's best viewpoints. After that, dinner and drinks wrap up your evening, with maybe some dancing thrown in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Explore Montmartre area including views from Sacré-Cœur dome
- Visit Moulin Rouge
- Visit Le Mur des Je t'aime wall
Landmarks/POIs Sacré-Cœur Moulin Rouge Le Mur des Je t'aime - Day 3
Paris
This morning you'll hit Paris's major landmarks, taking photos at the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower from great angles. The afternoon opens up for free time, so you can visit the famous museums, try local cuisine, or simply relax with some wine at a café.
Included Activities
- View Arc de Triomphe
- View Eiffel Tower from scenic vantage points
Optional Activities
- Visit Paris's famous museums
- Try local delicacies and wine
Landmarks/POIs Arc de Triomphe Eiffel Tower - Day 4
Paris to Amsterdam
Travel by train to Amsterdam, the 'Venice of the North.' After checking in at your hostel, you'll explore the Red Light District and check out the local bars. Later, you'll join a bar crawl through the city's nightlife, sampling drinks and dancing through the night.
Included Activities
- Explore Red Light District
- Bar crawl in Amsterdam
Landmarks/POIs Red Light District - Day 5
Amsterdam
Start with an underground tour led by someone with street experience who offers a real perspective on the city. You'll have free time after that to relax by the canals and take photos. In the afternoon, hop on a canal cruise with the group, beer in hand, seeing Amsterdam from the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Underground tour with street perspective guide
- Canal cruise
Optional Activities
- Explore picturesque canals
Landmarks/POIs Amsterdam Canals - Day 6
Amsterdam to Berlin
Today's a travel day to Berlin where you can rest on your journey. Once you arrive, you'll check in at your hostel in the Mitte district, which has tons of restaurants and bars nearby. This evening you'll head out to try local beer, and the hostel even brews its own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit local bars and restaurants in Mitte district
- Try hostel's own brewed beer
Landmarks/POIs Mitte District - Day 7
Berlin
A local guide leads you on a walking tour covering Brandenburg Gate, the German Parliament Building, Holocaust Memorial, Berlin Wall, and Checkpoint Charlie. After lunch, you'll walk through the East Side Gallery to see graffiti art where the city's history and present collide. Dinner happens later in the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walking tour to Brandenburg Gate
- Visit German Parliament Building
- Visit Holocaust Memorial
- Visit Berlin Wall
- Visit Checkpoint Charlie
- East Side Gallery graffiti art tour
- Lunch stop
Optional Activities
- Dinner at local restaurants (Currywurst suggested)
Landmarks/POIs Brandenburg Gate German Parliament Building (Reichstag) Holocaust Memorial Berlin Wall Checkpoint Charlie East Side Gallery - Day 8
Berlin to Prague
Travel day to Prague where you get to sleep in and recover from Berlin. During the train ride you can relax, look through your photos, update social media, or chat with your travel companions. Once you arrive, the evening's yours to explore however you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Prague on free evening
- Day 9
Prague
You'll stroll through Prague's Old Town to see the astronomical clock and twin towers, then walk across the iconic Charles Bridge. A guided tour of Prague Castle comes next. The afternoon gives you free time to keep exploring or sit at a local beer garden and try the city's famous cheap beer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Old Town exploration with astronomical clock and twin towers
- Charles Bridge walk
- Prague Castle guided tour
Optional Activities
- Visit local beer garden
Landmarks/POIs Old Town Square Astronomical Clock Charles Bridge Prague Castle - Day 10
Prague to Budapest
Train travel takes you to Budapest, and you can sit back without worrying about luggage. After freshening up when you arrive, you'll head out to explore Budapest's famous ruin bars, starting with the well-known Szimpla Kert.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Szimpla Kert ruin bar
Landmarks/POIs Szimpla Kert - Day 11
Budapest
You're heading to the famous Széchenyi Thermal Baths where your guide will point out landmarks like the Parliament Building and Basilica of St. Stephen along the way. Spend the day swimming and relaxing in the thermal pools and saunas. Later, board a night cruise down the river to see the city all lit up.
Included Activities
- View Parliament Building
- View Basilica of St. Stephen
- Széchenyi Thermal Baths visit
- Night cruise along the river
Landmarks/POIs Széchenyi Thermal Bath Parliament Building Basilica of St. Stephen - Day 12
Budapest to Vienna
Train takes you to Vienna. After checking in, you'll take a quick orientation walk through the city to get oriented. This evening you'll sample Austrian spirits and soak in the atmosphere of the 'City of Music,' which awaits with cultural treasures and great food.
Included Activities
- Orientation walk through Vienna
Optional Activities
- Sample Austrian spirits in the evening
Landmarks/POIs Schönbrunn Palace - Day 13
Vienna
You'll participate in a chocolate-making workshop where you learn to craft smooth chocolate and get to enjoy what you make. This evening, head to a bar to try signature cocktails, challenge people to dance-offs, or just relax and celebrate your time in Austria.
Included Activities
- Chocolate-making experience
Optional Activities
- Visit bars for cocktails
- Dancing at venues
- Day 14
Vienna
Another day in Vienna's chocolate workshop where you'll master chocolate-making and taste your own creations. Afterwards, celebrate your last night in Austria at some of the city's trendiest bars. Sip signature cocktails, have dance-offs with the group, or unwind while thinking back on your European adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Chocolate-making experience
Optional Activities
- Visit Vienna's trendiest bars
- Signature cocktails
- Dancing with travel group
- Day 15
Vienna to Lake Bled
An early start means a scenic bus journey to Lake Bled, one of the tour highlights. Depending on the season, you might swim or trek up to Bled Castle viewpoint. This Alpine spot is ideal for photos. Watch the sunset and drink beers lakeside, taking in the special moments.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Bus journey to Lake Bled
- Sunset watching by the lake with beer
Optional Activities
- Swimming in Lake Bled
- Trek to Bled Castle viewpoint
Landmarks/POIs Lake Bled Bled Castle - Day 16
Lake Bled
Grab a bike and explore the Lake Bled countryside by cycling through small villages with photo stops along the way. In the afternoon, optional water sports like rafting and kayaking let you add some excitement to your day. Lake Bled offers plenty of thrills for those who want them.
Included Activities
- Countryside cycling through villages
Optional Activities
- Thrilling rafting
- Epic kayaking
- Other water sports
Landmarks/POIs Lake Bled - Day 17
Lake Bled to Venice
The morning is yours at Lake Bled to take in the Alpine views however you like. Spend time by the lake, explore the charming town, or relax with a book. In the afternoon and evening you'll travel to Venice, so you can kick back during the journey. You'll arrive in the evening for a relaxed night before tomorrow's activities.
Optional Activities
- Explore Lake Bled town
- Quiet time by the lake
Landmarks/POIs Lake Bled - Day 18
Venice
Your Venetian adventure kicks off with a gondola ride through the canals where the gondoliers might just make you laugh. You'll explore Venice's winding streets, try Aperol spritzes, and walk across the Rialto Bridge. This city is full of hidden alleys, fascinating history, and delectable Italian food waiting for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Gondola ride through canals
- Explore Venice's winding streets
- Visit Rialto Bridge
Optional Activities
- Sip Aperol spritzes
- Try Italian cuisine at local restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Grand Canal Rialto Bridge - Day 19
Venice to Milan
You'll head to Milan for your final stop, arriving in the afternoon to check in at your hostel. First up is the Duomo with its architectural details and views. Nearby, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II offers great photo opportunities. Stay in the Navigli district where restaurants and nightlife are excellent. Tonight you'll celebrate with your travel group over local food, cocktails, and good company before your final goodbye.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit the Duomo
- Visit Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Optional Activities
- Explore Navigli district restaurants
- Experience nightlife in Navigli
Landmarks/POIs Milan Cathedral (Duomo) Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II Navigli District - Day 20
Milan
Time to say goodbye. Today is a relaxed checkout day. Your guide can help with travel recommendations and plans if you're heading somewhere else in Europe. You've finished a 20-day rail journey across Europe, made memories that'll stick with you, and taken enough photos for your Instagram all year. You're part of the TruFam now, so it's not goodbye, just see you later.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Assistance with onward travel planning
- Guide recommendations for further exploration
