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- Platinum Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Partially Guided
- Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
- Guided in English
- Group Size 1 - 12
- Ages 15+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore the Louvre and Eiffel Tower in Paris
- Savor tarte flambee in Strasbourg
- Ride the funicular to Fortress Hohensalzburg
- Tour Vienna with coffee and cake stops
- Discover Budapest's historical Buda Castle
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Paris
- Day 2 Strasbourg
- Day 3 Strasbourg / Munich
- Day 4 Munich
- Day 5 Salzburg / Vienna
- Day 6 Vienna
- Day 7 Budapest
- Day 8 Budapest
- Day 9 Novi Sad / Belgrade
- Day 10 Belgrade
- Day 11 Nis
- Day 12 Sofia / Plovdiv
- Day 13 Plovdiv / Overnight Train
- Day 14 Istanbul
- Day 15 Istanbul
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar 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
Operated by
Intrepid Travel
Number of tours
1,545
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
7 hours
Response rate
96%
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Customer Reviews
- Patrick· June 16th, 2025Overall, this was an awesome experience! Our guide (C.) was great - knowledgeable, friendly, and well-organized. The group had great chemistry, and there was a good mix of cultural activities, free time, and scenic highlights. Using public transport added authenticity and gave us a chance to see more of the country. Cappadocia was definitely a highlight, but be aware that excursions there can be expensive if booked through the tour provider. For example, the balloon tour offered through Intrepid was €200, while local prices ranged from €80–120 the day before. I’d love to see Intrepid partner with reliable local companies to offer better rates and even more optional extras (e.g. photoshoot in Cappadocia). Personally, I would’ve preferred skipping the Konya stop - the time spent checking in/out and transferring didn’t feel worth it. Adding half a day more in Antalya or including Izmir or Ankara in the itinerary could further improve the overall experience. The night bus to Istanbul was difficult (very little sleep), though maybe unavoidable. We were lucky it wasn’t crowded, but if full, it would’ve been nearly impossible to rest. The last day in Istanbul also felt a bit underwhelming - only visiting the Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. A short city tour or Bosphorus cruise would’ve been a great addition. Hotels were basic but fine for the trip style. All in all, a wonderful adventure across Turkey - with stunning landscapes, deep culture, and good company!Show more
- Robert· April 23rd, 2025Excellent & thoroughly enjoyable 2-week tour, Turkey Encompassed.Show more
- Amy· August 12th, 2025Incredible trip! Absolutely recommend for those who want to get the jist of these countries.Show more
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- From Thursday21 Aug, 2025To Thursday4 Sep, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:NZ $7,890 per person
- From Thursday28 Aug, 2025To Thursday11 Sep, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:NZ $6,935 per person
- 1 Other Unavailable Departure
- -10%From Monday1 Sep, 2025To Monday15 Sep, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$7,960NZ $7,164 per personMultiple Room Types
- From Thursday4 Sep, 2025To Thursday18 Sep, 2025Check the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:NZ $8,320 per person
- -10%From Thursday11 Sep, 2025To Thursday25 Sep, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$8,285NZ $7,457 per personMultiple Room Types
- -10%From Monday15 Sep, 2025To Monday29 Sep, 2025EnglishFilling FastCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestFrom:$7,990NZ $7,191 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Monday6 Oct, 2025To Monday20 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$6,935NZ $6,241 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Thursday9 Oct, 2025To Thursday23 Oct, 2025EnglishAlmost Sold OutThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$7,960NZ $7,164 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-10%From Thursday16 Oct, 2025To Thursday30 Oct, 2025EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$6,935NZ $6,241 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Thursday16 Apr, 2026To Thursday30 Apr, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:NZ $6,770 per personMultiple Room Types
What our customers ask about this tour
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Tania
Asked on June 22nd, 2025Is there any opportunity to secure a private couchette on the overnight trains at an extra cost to accommodate my sleep phobia?
Intrepid TravelOperator•Written June 2025The primary form of transportation on this trip consists of scheduled local and intercity trains, which run along historic railway routes once used by the Orient Express in the late 19th century. We typically use standard, economy, or 2nd-class carriages, depending on availability. For the overnight train from Plovdiv to Istanbul, the cabins are quad-share and bunk-style, meaning each compartment accommodates four travellers. Unfortunately, there are no upgrade options available for private couchettes on this route.
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Gloria
Asked on May 12th, 2025Would like a later departure, around 12 to 15 day trip. Not keen to be part of a wild drinking group of 18-20 year olds.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written May 2025
All our trips are led by experienced tour leaders to ensure safety and group well-being. We offer trips specifically designed for 18 to 35-year-olds that attract like-minded travelers. We can offer a complimentary 48-hour hold on the trip before requiring a deposit.
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