Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Amsterdam
Your trip starts in London where you'll meet the group, then head toward the coast to see the White Cliffs of Dover. After that, you'll cross the Channel by ferry into Calais and travel through Belgium. By evening you'll reach Amsterdam for an included dinner, and there's an optional boat tour available if you want to see the canals before exploring the neighborhoods on your own.
- Meals
- Dinner (Included dinner in Amsterdam)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Included Activities
- Viewpoint of White Cliffs of Dover
- Ferry crossing from Dover to Calais
- Included dinner in Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Panoramic view of Amsterdam (optional after dinner)
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover 
- Day 2
Amsterdam
This is your day to wander Amsterdam however you like. The canals are there to check out, plus the museums and cafe scene. Try some local pancakes or frites if you get hungry. Later this evening, you can either join a dinner at a local Dutch farm or take a canal cruise to see the city lights, or skip both and do your own thing.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Dinner at local Dutch farm
- Canal cruise at night
- Day 3
Amsterdam to Berlin
You'll drive toward Berlin on the autobahn, and once you arrive there's a guided city tour followed by dinner included. After that, the evening is free to explore Berlin's nightlife scene. You'll have two nights here total, so there's time to see what the city's known for.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Included dinner in Berlin)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Included Activities
- City tour of Berlin
- Included dinner in Berlin
- Day 4
Berlin
Berlin's history is the focus today. There's an optional walking tour covering Checkpoint Charlie, the Holocaust Memorial, and other significant sites from the 20th century. You can also explore the side streets and hidden spots on your own. Later, there's an optional Alternative Berlin tour if you want to check out the trendy hipster neighborhoods.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Historical walking tour of 20th century Berlin including Hitler's underground bunker and Holocaust Memorial
- Alternative Berlin walking tour of hipster neighborhoods
Landmarks Checkpoint Charlie Holocaust Memorial Hitler's Underground Bunker - Day 5
Berlin to Prague
Leaving Berlin, you'll head toward Prague with a stop in Dresden. There you'll see the Baroque Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, the Opera House, and the Frauenkirche with its dome. From there, continue on to Prague where you'll arrive this evening and start learning about the city's castles, cathedrals, and gothic architecture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop and exploration of Dresden including Baroque architecture, Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House and Frauenkirche
- Exploration of Prague castles and cathedrals
Landmarks Royal Residence Dresden Frauenkirche Zwinger Palace - Day 6
Prague
Spend the day moving through Prague at your own pace, walking the historic streets and squares. The gothic architecture and market antiques are there to explore, plus local beer culture if that interests you. This evening has an optional dinner with traditional Czech cuisine and folklore dancers performing as the sun sets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Traditional Czech cuisine dinner with local folklore dancers
Landmarks Charles Bridge Wenceslas Square Old Town Square Prague Astronomical Clock Prague Castle District - Day 7
Prague to Vienna
Head from Prague toward Vienna with a stop in Kutna Hora, a small Bohemian city where you'll have free time. There's an option to visit the Sedlec Ossuary chapel if you're interested in that kind of thing. After Kutna Hora, continue on to Vienna where you'll arrive this evening and can either join a Make Travel Matter Experience or simply rest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop in Kutna Hora with free exploration time
Optional Activities
- Sedlec Ossuary Chapel visit (additional cost applies)
- Make Travel Matter Experience in Vienna
Landmarks Sedlec Ossuary - Day 8
Vienna
Your Trip Manager will guide you through Vienna's cultural sites including Schönbrunn Palace, the State Opera House, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. After that tour wraps up, you're free to wander art galleries, relax in local coffee houses, or try a slice of Sacher Torte. There's also an optional Classic Night Out if you want evening plans.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))
Included Activities
- Trip Manager-guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, State Opera House and St. Stephen's Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Classic Night Out in Vienna
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace State Opera House St. Stephen's Cathedral - Day 9
Vienna to Krakow
You'll arrive in Krakow and start with an orientation tour covering the medieval city, the cathedral, Royal Castle, and the best beer spots. After the tour, the evening is yours to explore the food and nightlife scene on your own. The city has stories about salt mining heritage and mythical dragons too.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar))
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Krakow including cathedral, Royal Castle and city highlights
Landmarks Krakow Royal Castle - Day 10
Krakow
This morning you'll visit the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camp memorials, a sobering and educational experience reflecting on World War II tragedies. You'll return to Krakow in the afternoon for a free evening. Consider trying pierogi, a traditional Polish dumpling, if you're exploring the local food.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp memorial and museum
Landmarks Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum - Day 11
Krakow to Budapest
The drive today takes you through Alpine scenery and traditional villages toward Budapest, passing through Poland, Slovakia, and Hungary all in one day. You'll stop in Banska Bystrica, a charming Slovakian city with pastel buildings, for lunch. Later, you'll reach Budapest where the Danube splits Buda and Pest, and there's an optional river cruise and dinner tonight.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Budapest (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop and lunch break in Banska Bystrica
Optional Activities
- River cruise and dinner in Budapest
Landmarks Banska Bystrica - Day 12
Budapest
After all the traveling, you've got the day to do whatever you want in Budapest. The thermal baths are popular if you want to soak in warm water and see the historic architecture. Margaret Island has gardens, fountains, pools, and ruins if you'd rather be active. The choice is yours for what makes the city special to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Budapest (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Thermal baths experience
- Margaret Island visit including gardens, fountains, pools and ruins
Landmarks Margaret Island - Day 13
Budapest to Ljubljana
You'll head south from Budapest toward Slovenia and arrive in Ljubljana, the capital that often gets overlooked compared to other European cities. The place has a youthful vibe and local charm, with nice architecture all around. Since there aren't tons of monuments requiring check-boxes, you can relax in cafes and just soak up the atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ljubljana Resort (or similar))
Included Activities
- Orientation of Ljubljana's fairytale-like capital
Landmarks Ljubljana - Day 14
Ljubljana to Venice
From Ljubljana, you'll journey to Venice, which is about as charming as Italy gets. When you arrive, you'll board a motoscafo to travel through the canals to the heart of the city. You can choose between a gondola ride, a guided food tour, or just wander the streets on your own to discover what you find.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Motoscafo ride through Venice canals to city center
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride
- Guided food tour of Venice
Landmarks Venice - Day 15
Venice to Rome
Leaving Venice behind, you'll head to Rome, the Eternal City. This afternoon you'll see Italian icons in the country's capital. There's an option to join a pasta making class and cook your own dinner, or explore Rome on your own and experience the city's nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Yellow (or similar)), Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Pasta making class with homemade dinner
- Day 16
Rome
Your final morning is time to explore Rome's iconic sights at your own pace before heading home. Then it's time for goodbyes and reflecting on the entire trip. There will definitely be reunion plans to make.
- Meals
- Breakfast
