Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Amsterdam
Start your trip meeting the group in London, then head toward Amsterdam. The route takes you past the White Cliffs of Dover, and you'll take a ferry crossing through France before moving into Belgium. Once you arrive in Amsterdam, there's an included dinner and a panoramic view of the city from above. After that, the evening is yours to wander around and get a feel for things.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Included Activities
- View White Cliffs of Dover
- Ferry crossing to Calais
- Panoramic view of Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Explore Amsterdam's canals
- Visit Amsterdam museums
- Experience Amsterdam cafe culture
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover 
- Day 2
Amsterdam
This is a free day in Amsterdam to do whatever interests you. Hit up the bar scene, walk through museums, try local pancakes and frites from a street vendor, or just spend time at one of the many cafes along the canals. The city's known for its relaxed cafe culture, so there's plenty of time to soak it in at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Bar hopping
- Museum crawling
- Try local pancakes and frites
- Day 3
Amsterdam to Berlin
Leave Amsterdam and drive toward Berlin on the autobahn. When you arrive, you'll get a driving tour that points out the city's key spots and landmarks. After that tour wraps up, the rest of the evening is open for you to check out the nightlife Berlin's known for, or just walk around different neighborhoods.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Included Activities
- Driving tour of Berlin
Optional Activities
- Explore Berlin's nightlife
- Visit Berlin's open-air gallery
- Day 4
Berlin
Join a historical walking tour with a local guide covering 20th century Berlin, including sites like Hitler's underground bunker and the Holocaust Memorial. You'll have free time during the day to see Checkpoint Charlie and explore side streets on your own. Later in the evening, there's an Alternative Berlin walking tour that focuses on the city's hipster scene and modern culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Included Activities
- Historical walking tour of 20th century Berlin
- Visit Hitler's underground bunker
- Visit Holocaust Memorial
- Alternative Berlin walking tour
Optional Activities
- Explore Checkpoint Charlie independently
- Discover side street attractions
Landmarks Brandenburg Gate Reichstag Checkpoint Charlie Holocaust Memorial Tiergarten Alexanderplatz Russian War Memorial - Day 5
Berlin to Prague
Drive from Berlin toward Prague and stop in Dresden along the way. There you'll see the rebuilt Baroque architecture, the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, the Opera House, and Frauenkirche. By evening you'll reach Prague where you can walk through the castle area, see the cathedrals, and start learning about the city's Bohemian and gothic history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop in Dresden
- View Baroque architecture in Dresden
- View Royal Residence in Dresden
- View Zwinger Palace
- View Opera House in Dresden
- View Frauenkirche
- Explore Prague castles and cathedrals
Landmarks Royal Residence in Dresden Zwinger Palace Frauenkirche 
- Day 6
Prague
Spend the full day in Prague looking at the Gothic architecture throughout the old town. Walk through markets checking out antiques and local goods. Try some of the local beer at different spots around the city. If interested, there's an optional evening where you can have traditional Czech food and watch local folklore dancers perform.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Photograph Gothic architecture
- Browse market antiques
- Experience traditional Czech cuisine and folklore dancers
Landmarks Charles Bridge Wenceslas Square Old Town Square Astronomical Clock - Day 7
Prague to Vienna
Leave Prague heading toward Vienna, but first stop in Kutna Hora to visit the Sedlec Ossuary Chapel, which is decorated with 40,000 human skeletons in unique patterns and arrangements. When you get to Vienna, there are optional evening activities like a Habibi & Hawara dinner or a night out at one of the imperial palaces in the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit Sedlec Ossuary Chapel
- Habibi & Hawara dinner
- Classic night out in imperial palace
Landmarks Sedlec Ossuary 
- Day 8
Vienna
Explore Vienna's history with your trip manager visiting Schonbrunn Palace, the State Opera House, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. You'll also take a scenic drive along the Ring Road, which passes many historic buildings and landmarks. After that, you have free time to check out art galleries, try local coffee houses, and have a piece of Sacher Torte, the famous Viennese chocolate cake.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along historic Ring Road of Vienna
- View St. Stephen's Cathedral
- View State Opera House
- Learn about Schönbrunn Palace
Optional Activities
- Visit art galleries
- Explore local coffee houses
- Try Sacher Torte
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace State Opera House St. Stephen's Cathedral - Day 9
Vienna to Krakow
Travel from Vienna to Krakow with a meaningful visit to the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camp memorials. This is a somber but important part of the tour. Once you arrive in Krakow, you'll settle in for the evening. The city has a rich history tied to salt mining and local dragon legends, so there's plenty to explore starting tomorrow.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp memorials
Landmarks Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum 
- Day 10
Krakow
Start with an orientation tour that takes you to some of Krakow's best beer spots and historical areas around the city. From there, explore the UNESCO World Heritage center on your own time, which includes the Jewish Quarter, the castle, and several museums. If you're interested, there's an optional evening where you can try traditional Polish food and pierogi.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar))
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Krakow
Optional Activities
- Explore Jewish Quarter
- Visit Krakow castle
- Browse museums
- Enjoy traditional Polish evening with pierogi
Landmarks Krakow Cathedral Royal Castle - Day 11
Krakow to Budapest
Leave Krakow and head toward Budapest, passing through Alpine scenery and traditional villages along the way. There's a lunch stop in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia, which adds a third country to the trip. When you reach Budapest, Hungary, you can join an optional river cruise and dinner to start exploring the city, or just rest after the long travel day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Budapest (or similar))
Optional Activities
- River cruise and dinner in Budapest
Landmarks Banska Bystrica 
- Day 12
Budapest
Spend the day in Budapest however you like. Many people relax in one of the thermal baths the city is known for, or head to Margaret Island to see the gardens, fountains, pools, and old ruins. This is a good day to take things slow after all the time spent traveling between cities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Budapest (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Soak in thermal baths
- Visit Margaret Island
- Explore gardens, fountains and pools
Landmarks Margaret Island - Day 13
Budapest to Ljubljana
Leave Budapest heading toward Slovenia and Ljubljana. Stop at Lake Bled on the way, which sits in a beautiful setting surrounded by the Julian Alps. You'll have time to swim in the lake and take photos. Then continue to Ljubljana, a capital city known for its colorful architecture, photogenic bridges, and mountain views in the background.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ljubljana Resort (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop at Lake Bled
- Walk around Lake Bled
- Orientation of Ljubljana
Optional Activities
- Swim in Lake Bled
- Explore Ljubljana independently
Landmarks Lake Bled 
- Day 14
Ljubljana to Venice
Travel to Venice, which sits on the water without roads connecting the city. You'll take a private speedboat ride through the canals and see the gothic architecture and narrow lanes that make Venice unique. Spend time wandering the winding streets and getting a feel for how different this city is from anywhere else.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private Motoscafo ride in Venice
- Explore gothic architecture in Venice
Optional Activities
- Explore Venice's network of lanes
Landmarks Venice 
- Day 15
Venice to Rome
Leave Venice and head to Rome. This afternoon, you can walk around and see some of Rome's famous sites and ancient monuments. There's an optional pasta making class where you'll cook a homemade meal to eat for dinner. If cooking doesn't appeal to you, spend the evening exploring Rome and experiencing the city at night instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Yellow (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Pasta making class and homemade dinner
- Explore Rome independently
- Experience Rome's nightlife
- Day 16
Rome
This is your last morning in Rome to see anything you might have missed. Your trip manager will let you know at the start about visiting the Colosseum and other sites. After that, it's time for goodbyes and talking about planning reunions with people you've met along the way. Reflect on the journey through all these different countries and cities.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit the Colosseum
Landmarks Colosseum
