Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Amsterdam
You'll meet your group in London and head straight to the English coast to see the White Cliffs of Dover. After taking in those dramatic cliffs, you catch a ferry across the Channel to Calais. From there you drive through Belgium, arriving in Amsterdam by evening. Your included group dinner gets things started, and then the night's yours to check out the city's bars and nightlife.
- Meals
- Dinner (Group dinner in Amsterdam)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South (or similar))
Included Activities
- Group dinner in Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Explore Amsterdam bars and nightlife
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover 
- Day 2
Amsterdam
Amsterdam's yours to explore at your own pace today. If you're into heights, you can swing from the A'DAM lookout for views over the canal network. Otherwise, wander through museums, pop into cafes, and try the local food scene. You'll find pancakes and frites everywhere, and hopping between bars gives you a real feel for how locals spend their time here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South (or similar))
Optional Activities
- A'DAM lookout swing - observation deck with views of Amsterdam canals
- Museum visits
- Bar hopping
- Local food experiences - pancakes and frites
- Day 3
Amsterdam to Berlin
This morning you travel from Amsterdam to Berlin, driving through the autobahn into Germany. Once you arrive, your Trip Manager fills you in on what to see around the city. You're settling in for two nights, so after checking into your hotel, you have time to get oriented. Berlin's known for its nightlife and complicated history, both things you'll get into over the next couple days.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Berlin Messe (or similar)), Hotel (ibis Berlin Messe (or similar))
Included Activities
- History orientation to Berlin
Optional Activities
- Explore Checkpoint Charlie
- Explore historic side streets and landmarks
Landmarks Checkpoint Charlie - Day 4
Berlin
You've got choices for how to spend this day diving into Berlin's history. Take a morning walking tour hitting the Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building, or save the evening for a tour through edgy Kreuzberg instead. The day's packed with stories and sites no matter which route you pick. Later, you'll head to Kreuzberger Himmel for dinner, where they serve plant-based Middle Eastern food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at Kreuzberger Himmel - Middle Eastern cuisine served by diverse staff of refugees)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Berlin Messe (or similar)), Hotel (ibis Berlin Messe (or similar))
Included Activities
- Walking tour options - historical morning tour or alternative evening tour of Kreuzberg
- Visit Brandenburg Gate
- Visit Reichstag Building
- Dinner at Kreuzberger Himmel - Middle Eastern cuisine
Optional Activities
- Explore the longest open-air gallery in the world
- Discover Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial
Landmarks Brandenburg Gate Reichstag Building Tiergarten Alexanderplatz Russian War Memorial - Day 5
Berlin to Prague
Leaving Berlin, you travel to Prague but stop in Dresden first, a city rebuilt after World War II. You'll see Baroque architecture including the Opera House, Frauenkirche, and Royal Residence before continuing on. Once you reach Prague, you explore its castles, cathedrals, and Gothic streets. If you want, there's an optional dinner option with traditional Czech food and folklore dancers as the sun sets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Praha Mala Strana Hotel (or similar)), Hotel (B&B Hotel Prague (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop in Dresden - view Baroque architecture
- Visit Opera House, Frauenkirche, and Royal Residence
- Explore Prague - castles and cathedrals
Optional Activities
- Traditional Czech cuisine dinner with folklore dancers
Landmarks Frauenkirche Zwinger Palace Dresden Opera House - Day 6
Prague
Today's all about Prague. You'll walk around snapping photos of the Gothic buildings, browse antique markets, try local beer, and just soak in the vibe of the City of a Thousand Spires. The whole day is unstructured, so you move at your own pace and see what calls to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Praha Mala Strana Hotel (or similar)), Hotel (B&B Hotel Prague (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore Gothic architecture
- Browse market antiques
- Sample local beer
- Day 7
Prague to Munich
You leave Prague heading toward Munich, Germany, with a stop at Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial. It's a somber but important part of understanding history. After that reflective visit, you continue to Munich where you experience Bavarian culture at a traditional beer hall. You'll also see Marienplatz and its Gothic clock tower with 32 dancing figures and 43 chiming bells.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Wyndham Garden Munich Messe (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
- Traditional Bavarian beer hall experience
- See Marienplatz clock tower
Landmarks Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site Marienplatz - Day 8
Munich
Munich's yours to check out on your own today. Roam through the old town, maybe pick up traditional Bavarian clothes like lederhosen or a dirndl if that appeals to you. The cafes and streets in the university district are lively, and you can hop around however you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Munich City West (or similar)), Hotel (Wyndham Garden Munich Messe (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Walking tour with local guide covering historical and cultural sites
- Explore old town
- Shop for traditional Bavarian clothing
- Visit university district cafes and streets
- Day 9
Munich to Venice
You travel from Munich through the scenic Bavarian Alps, passing fairytale castles and vineyards as you head into Austria. You stop in Innsbruck, a medieval old town famous for hosting the Winter Olympics, where you grab lunch and explore the streets. Later you head to dinner at a local spot before continuing on to Venice. You'll arrive in this floating city by evening and settle in.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Riviera dei Dogi (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Lunch and dinner in Innsbruck
- Explore Innsbruck - medieval old town, Olympic Ski Jump, Royal Palace
Landmarks Innsbruck - Day 10
Venice
Today you explore Venice by boat, starting with a private motoscafo cruise through the canals to get to the heart of the city. If you want the classic experience, you can opt for a traditional gondola ride instead. Either way, you've got the full day to discover what makes this floating city so unique.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (LH Hotel Sirio Venice (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Riviera dei Dogi (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private motoscafo cruise through Venice canals to city center
Optional Activities
- Traditional gondola ride
Landmarks Venice Canals - Day 11
Venice to Rome
You leave Venice and travel to Rome, the Eternal City. When you arrive, you take a night tour to see Rome's major highlights as the sun goes down, getting views of ancient monuments lit up. It's a great introduction before you dive deeper tomorrow. You'll grab gelato and pizza as you walk around and soak in the atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pineta Palace Hotel Roma (or similar))
Included Activities
- City tour of Rome on arrival by night
Optional Activities
- Explore Roman landmarks and ancient monuments
Landmarks Colosseum - Day 12
Rome
Start early to take on Rome's ancient wonders. You can opt for a guided Colosseum tour to walk where emperors and gladiators once were, or just snap photos with the pink azaleas at the entrance. You'll stop by Trevi Fountain to throw a coin and make a wish, sip espresso in the cobbled backstreets, and maybe join a food tour to taste authentic local cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Pineta Palace Hotel Roma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stroll Rome and explore ancient sights
- Visit Trevi Fountain
Optional Activities
- Guided Colosseum tour - walk in footsteps of emperors and gladiators
- Roman food tour
Landmarks Colosseum Trevi Fountain - Day 13
Rome to Florence
You leave Rome heading to Tuscany, stopping at a 16th-century working winery along the way. There you tour the cellar and taste wines, sampling Chianti with antipasti. Then you continue on to Florence. You drift along the River Arno, take in the Tuscan vibes with wine in hand, and check out the Duomo Cathedral. Tomorrow you'll have all day to continue exploring here.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit 16th-century villa winery
- Wine tasting and cellar tour
- Sample Chianti wine with antipasti
Optional Activities
- Explore Florence and River Arno
Landmarks Duomo Cathedral River Arno - Day 14
Florence
This day balances guided experiences with free time. You learn about traditional Florentine leatherwork and see major sights on a walking tour through heritage-filled streets. In the afternoon, you get free time to browse local markets and grab gelato. There's an optional special evening activity available if you want to do something more.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli (or similar))
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Florence covering major sights
- Learn about traditional leatherwork
Optional Activities
- Explore local markets
- Taste local gelato
- Special optional evening out
Landmarks Basilica Santa Croce Giotto's Bell Tower Baptistery Piazza della Signoria - Day 15
Florence to Lucerne
You make a quick stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa for that classic photo where you're holding up the tower. After that, you head to Switzerland, arriving in Lucerne, a fairytale town with wooden bridges and cobbled lanes overlooking a lake. You visit the wooden Chapel Bridge and Lion Monument, then explore the city and enjoy Swiss chocolate in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Luzern City (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Visit Wooden Chapel Bridge
- Visit Lion Monument in Lucerne
Optional Activities
- Explore Lucerne
- Browse local shops and cafes
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Wooden Chapel Bridge Lion Monument - Day 16
Lucerne
You spend the day in Lucerne exploring beautiful streets and the mountain setting around town. Stroll through, relax in a coffee shop, or try fondue. If you're into adventure, there's an optional trip to the top of Mt. Pilatus for Alpine views, or you can take a cruise across Lake Lucerne to see the Swiss Alps reflected in the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Luzern City (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Stroll Lucerne's streets
- Visit coffee shops
- Try fondue
- Mt. Pilatus visit for Alpine views
- Lake Lucerne cruise
Landmarks Mt. Pilatus Lake Lucerne Swiss Alps - Day 17
Lucerne to Paris
Leaving Lucerne, you cross back into France through the Burgundy wine region and arrive in Paris for a nighttime tour. You'll see the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame Cathedral as evening falls. You climb to the 56th floor of Montparnasse Tower for panoramic views of the city before celebrating your first night in Paris.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Paris 17 Clichy-Batignolles (or similar))
Included Activities
- Nighttime city tour of Paris
- Visit Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Climb Montparnasse Tower - 56th floor for panoramic views
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Arc de Triomphe Louvre Champs-Élysées Notre-Dame Cathedral Montparnasse Tower 
- Day 18
Paris
Your last full day in Paris starts with a visit to the Fragonard perfumery to learn how fragrance is made. After that, you get free time to explore tree-lined neighborhoods, wander Le Marais for food and shopping, visit the Champs-Élysées, or check out galleries in the Louvre. In the evening, there's an optional cabaret show with dinner if you want to celebrate with can-can girls.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Paris 17 Clichy-Batignolles (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Fragonard perfumery and learn fragrance art
Optional Activities
- Explore Parisian quartiers
- Wander Le Marais
- Shop on Champs-Élysées
- Visit Louvre galleries
- Cabaret show with dinner and can-can girls
Landmarks Fragonard Perfumery Le Marais - Day 19
Paris to London
You have your final morning in Paris to reflect on everything you've seen and experienced with your group. Later you travel south to Calais and cross the Channel back to England, arriving in London to wrap up your European adventure. You'll say goodbye to the group as this incredible journey comes to an end.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Final Paris exploration
