Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Paris
Your trip kicks off in London, then you'll head to the coast to check out the White Cliffs of Dover. After taking the ferry across the English Channel to Calais, you'll walk through World War I battlefields in the Valley of the Somme before arriving in Paris for a nighttime city tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))
Included Activities
- Night-time tour of Paris
Optional Activities
- Explore White Cliffs of Dover
- Visit Valley of the Somme WWI battlefields
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover Valley of the Somme Eiffel Tower - Day 2
Paris
Start the day at Notre Dame Cathedral and the Louvre Museum. Browse luxury shops for haute couture, grab coffee and crêpes at a café, then finish with dinner followed by a cabaret show in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Louvre Museum
- Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Explore haute couture shops
- Parisian Dinner at French bistro - Per adult €45.00
Landmarks Notre-Dame Cathedral Louvre Champs-Élysées - Day 3
Paris to Bordeaux
Travel from Paris to Bordeaux, which has produced wines since the 1st century. You'll see the Miroir d'eau (water mirror) and wander through charming surroundings. If you're interested, there's an optional scenic wine-tasting walk available during the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Budget Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Go Walking and Wine-tasting in Bordeaux - Per adult €42.00
Landmarks Miroir d'eau Palais de la Bourse 
- Day 4
Bordeaux to San Sebastian
Leave Bordeaux and head toward the Spanish border to reach San Sebastian, a nice coastal town between France and Spain. Explore at your own pace or join an optional pintxos food tour to sample local flavors throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koisi Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Pintxos tour
Landmarks San Sebastian - Day 5
San Sebastian
Spend the day checking out San Sebastian's highlights including Parte Vieja, Playa de la Concha, and Centro Romántico. Walk along cobblestone roads while taking in the city's beautiful coastline. The evening includes a dinner you don't need to arrange.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Koisi Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore Parte Vieja
- Visit Playa de la Concha
- Explore Centro Romántico
Landmarks Parte Vieja Playa de la Concha - Day 6
San Sebastian to Barcelona
Depart San Sebastian and travel through Spain to Barcelona. Start with the Sagrada Familia, then explore the city's Gothic architecture, vibrant street life, and beaches. An optional flamenco show is available if you want to spend your evening there.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Sagrada Familia
Optional Activities
- Explore Gothic Quarter
- Visit Barcelona beaches
- See a Flamenco Show with Tapas & Drinks - Per adult €65.00
Landmarks Sagrada Familia - Day 7
Barcelona
Spend the day exploring Parc Güell, the beach, and backstreets filled with tapas bars and paella restaurants. In the afternoon, you can participate in an optional cooking experience where you'll prepare and taste a meal you made yourself.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Parc Güell
- Beach time
Optional Activities
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® cooking experience - prepare and taste your own meal
Landmarks Parc Güell - Day 8
Barcelona to French Riviera
Leave Barcelona and travel along the French Riviera coastline with its sapphire waters. You'll get dinner included, then the rest of the night is free for you to explore on your own terms.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore French Riviera coastline
- Day 9
French Riviera to Monaco
Start with an optional bike ride along the coastline if that appeals to you. Later, you'll try the French Riviera's famous lavender honey, aioli, and rosé wine. The day includes visits to the Monte Carlo Casino and Royal Palace in Monaco before returning to accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Take a 'Nice' Bike Ride - Per adult €29.00
- Visit Monte Carlo Casino
- Visit Royal Palace in Monaco
Landmarks Monte Carlo Casino Royal Palace of Monaco - Day 10
Monaco to Cinque Terre to Pisa
Travel to Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and explore dramatic clifftop fishing villages using your rail pass. You can hike, do a food crawl, taste wine, or simply wander around at leisure. After that, you'll head to Pisa for overnight accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Rail pass for Cinque Terre exploration
Optional Activities
- Hike around Cinque Terre
- Food crawl in Cinque Terre
- Wine tasting in Cinque Terre
Landmarks Cinque Terre 
- Day 11
Pisa to Florence
See Pisa's iconic Leaning Tower and walk through the city's markets with gelato in hand. Check out artworks by Michelangelo and watch a skilled leather demonstration. Then travel to Florence, with the option to join a Tuscan dinner experience later.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Florence (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Explore Pisa markets
- Leather demonstration
Optional Activities
- View artworks by Michelangelo
- Free Time Add-On Tuscan dinner
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa 
- Day 12
Florence to Sorrento
Leave Florence and head south along Italy's coast to Sorrento. You'll enjoy seaside sunset views, and there's an optional visit to La Sorgente, a locally-owned family mozzarella farm. The experience includes an authentic Italian meal with fresh homemade mozzarella and limoncello.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit La Sorgente mozzarella farm for authentic Italian meal
Landmarks Sorrento 
- Day 13
Sorrento to Capri to Sorrento
Take a day trip to the island of Capri with its distinctive rocky coastline and upscale cafés. You can relax in town or optionally take a cruise with swim stops and views of the coastline. Later you'll return to Sorrento to explore the cliffs and historic center.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Capri cruise with swim stops and coastline views
Landmarks Capri - Day 14
Sorrento to Rome
Travel along the scenic Amalfi Coast and stop in ancient Pompeii for a guided walking tour of Roman city remains. You'll see Mt. Vesuvius on the drive, then continue to Rome to explore iconic ancient sights and famous cobblestoned streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Rome (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Pompeii
Optional Activities
- View Mt. Vesuvius
- Explore ancient Roman sights in Rome
Landmarks Pompeii Mount Vesuvius 
- Day 15
Rome
Start early to see Rome's ancient architecture and the Colosseum up close. The afternoon is free to rest or explore on your own. An optional pasta cooking class with dinner is available in the evening if you want to try it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Rome (or similar))
Included Activities
- See the Colosseum
Optional Activities
- Optional pasta cooking class with dinner
Landmarks Colosseum - Day 16
Rome to Verona to Venice
Travel from Rome through Italy, stopping in Verona to see the famous Romeo and Juliet balcony and the Roman Arena. Then continue to Venice, arriving at this lagoon city with 118 islands. You'll have all day tomorrow to explore it properly.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Romeo & Juliet balcony in Verona
- Visit Roman Arena in Verona
Landmarks Romeo and Juliet Balcony Verona Arena 
- Day 17
Venice
Spend the entire day exploring Venice aboard a private boat, cruising canals to reach the historical heart of the city. You can join an optional food tour, experience a gondola ride, or wander the maze-like streets on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private boat tour of Venice canals
Optional Activities
- Optional food tour
- Optional gondola ride
Landmarks St. Mark's Square - Day 18
Venice to Austrian Tyrol
Leave Venice and travel through the Dolomite Mountains toward Austrian Tyrol. You'll do white-water rafting, then arrive at a chalet. The evening includes time to explore the mountain setting before a welcome dinner and two nights of adventure activities ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar))
Included Activities
- White-water rafting
- Explore Austrian Tyrol setting
Landmarks Dolomite Mountains - Day 19
Austrian Tyrol
Wake up to mountain views and pick your adventure for the day. Options include a bike tour through green mountains, tandem paragliding, a leisurely stroll, hot chocolate, gondola rides up the mountain, or relaxing at the chalet.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Bike tour through green mountains and valleys
- Tandem paragliding
- Stroll around the setting
- Mountain gondola ride
- Relax at chalet
- Day 20
Austrian Tyrol to Munich
Travel to Germany with an important stop at Dachau Concentration Camp memorial for a historically significant experience. Continue to Munich to explore Bavarian culture, the famous Glockenspiel, peaceful gardens, and legendary beer halls.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ramada Encore by Wyndham Munich Messe (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Dachau Concentration Camp memorial
Optional Activities
- Explore peaceful gardens
- Bike tour of Munich side streets
- Visit legendary beer hall
Landmarks Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial 
- Day 21
Munich to Berlin
Leave Munich heading north with a quick stop in a city famous for legendary composers and striking monuments. You'll have the afternoon to explore and grab a bite, then continue to Berlin for an included dinner and city tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A conveniently located hotel)
Included Activities
- City tour of Berlin's top sights
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration of unnamed historic city
Landmarks Brandenburg Gate Reichstag Russian War Memorial Tiergarten Alexanderplatz 
- Day 22
Berlin
Explore Berlin with optional walking tours available. You can discover the city's historical past including Checkpoint Charlie and Hitler's bunker site, or choose a street art and counter-culture tour instead. Later, experience Berlin's famous underground nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Historical walking tour including Checkpoint Charlie and Hitler's bunker
- Alternative walking tour of street art and counter-culture
- Underground rave or cocktail bar exploration
Landmarks Checkpoint Charlie Berlin Wall East Side Gallery - Day 23
Berlin to Amsterdam
Travel through the flat Netherlands to Amsterdam. Start with an included dinner and optionally watch a comedy show. The rest of the evening is yours to explore Amsterdam's famous canals.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Comedy show
- Day 24
Amsterdam
Explore Amsterdam's unique culture and street art at the STRAAT Museum. An optional canal cruise is available during the day. The final evening features a traditional Dutch meal on a local cheese-making farm where you'll learn about clogs and a local game.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit STRAAT Museum
- Optional canal cruise
Landmarks STRAAT Museum - Day 25
Amsterdam to London
Say goodbye to your tour group as you depart Amsterdam. You'll be escorted to Schiphol Airport by around 10am. If you're continuing, travel south to Calais, cross from France to England, and return to London.
- Meals
- Breakfast
