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European Highlights

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Start and end in Rome
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 50
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Highlights

  • View the Eiffel Tower and dine in the Latin Quarter
  • Enjoy traditional Bavarian beer and delicious Tuscan wine
  • Go to the highest train station in Europe – Jungfraujoch
  • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa and tour the ancient Rome
  • Taste some delicious Dutch cheese and Belgian waffles

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start of tour in Rome - Venice
  2. Day 2 Innsbruck - Munich - Bavaria Region
  3. Day 3 Munich - Rhine Valley
  4. Day 4 Rhine Valley - Amsterdam
  5. Day 5 Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris
  6. Day 6 Paris: Free Day
  7. Day 7 Paris - Burgundy - Swiss Alps
  8. Day 8 Swiss Alps: Free Day
  9. Day 9 Swiss Alps - Lake Como - Tuscany
  10. Day 10 Tuscany - Pisa - Florence - Rome
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  • DH
    · October 29th, 2025
    An excellent tour with a fantastic itinerary which allows you to see many of the major sights in Europe. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Europe for the first time.
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    Trip date: September 2025
  • SM
    · October 11th, 2025
    It was a great price and a super fun tour. Great activities. Our tour guide Allesandro was so funny and knowledgeable.
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    Trip date: August 2025
  • GS
    · September 17th, 2025
    Robyn was the greatest tour leader EVER!!!
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    Trip date: September 2025
  • European Highlights reviewer 4
    · September 14th, 2025
    Great experience overall, particularly thanks to your guide Alex P. He was awesome!!
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    Trip date: August 2025
  • European Highlights reviewer 5
    · July 30th, 2025
    Good time with tour.
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    Trip date: July 2025
  • European Highlights reviewer 6
    · July 25th, 2025
    You guys, forget to give us the our tour guide & driver Name & phone , 5days before our departure .. our tour guide Antonio & the driver Ben they are amazing.. everything went good..
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    Trip date: June 2025
  • LC
    · July 19th, 2025
    I don’t recommend Expat Explore tour companiy and I’ll not going to travel with them ever again! Tiago, the guide had no idea about all places that we were visited and did not give us any information, but he was asking few times about the tips for him. So if you just want a bus ride, that’s all that you have.
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    Trip date: June 2025
  • MR
    · June 19th, 2025
    This tour was amazing!! It was so much fun!! Gemma our tour guide knew so much about each country and she had the best personality she also made sure we all had so much fun and our driver Szabi was an amazing driver we always felt safe I’ll definitely tell everyone to do an expat explore tour
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    Trip date: June 2025
  • European Highlights reviewer 9
    · May 19th, 2025
    It was a great experience that we will never forget. The pace was fast but it was manageable, with us covering a lot of county's in a short amount of time. Our tour guide did an excellent job in leading us. He was very interesting to listen to, with his knowledge and understanding of the history and culture of each country visited. The driver was excellent in his skills of navigating our course. The driver and guide made an excellent team, providing insight and good leadership. We made many new friends and will never forget our time together with each one of them.
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    Trip date: May 2025
  • A
    · December 27th, 2024
    His passion and enthusiasm was the core of the trip! Luke made my student trip unforgettable with joyful moments!!
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    Trip date: January 2023

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    Jeff

    Asked on September 1st, 2025

    I'd like to know which is the closest airport to the starting and end point? If I'd like to book for October 5th, is that trip still available for 1 traveller for a private room?

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten September 2025

      The starting and ending point of the tour will be at a hotel in Rome, which is currently listed as Excel Roma Montemario. The closest airport is Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), although Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA) is also an option depending on your flights. Please note that the hotel allocation is still subject to change, and the final details will be shared in your Tour Leader Announcement closer to departure. I'm happy to confirm that the October 5th departure is still available, and you can secure a private room by selecting the single supplement upgrade. Availability for private rooms is limited, and this departure is selling quickly, so we recommend proceeding soon via our website to either place a hold or finalize your booking.

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    Irene

    Asked on August 23rd, 2025

    Where in Rome should we meet for the European highlights tour?

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      You meet the group at a central hotel in Rome. I can give you the name of the hotel but I would need to know which departure you would like to join.

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    Craig

    Asked on August 18th, 2025

    cost of insurance of this tour

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      We highly recommend obtaining comprehensive travel insurance, ensuring you won't need to worry about emergencies that can happen anytime, anywhere, before or during your travels. Insurance can cover the cost of your adventure(s) in the case of an unforeseen cancellation. It ensures that you do not have to worry about any unplanned changes to your travel plans, such as having to rush home to an ill family member or having an adventure changed or cancelled because of a natural disaster. It can even help with smaller things - like lost luggage or stolen cameras. When selecting a travel insurance policy we recommend a minimum coverage of USD 200,000 for repatriation and emergency rescue. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, medical, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.

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    Edward

    Asked on August 7th, 2025

    Can you please provide the visa requirements for these countries?

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      Visa requirements will depend on the nationality or passport you hold, so the best next step is to check with a reputable visa or travel agency for the most up-to-date information. For your reference, the European Highlights tour visits: France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium — and all of these are part of the Schengen Area. This means that for most nationalities requiring a visa, you'll likely need a Schengen visa to cover your entire trip. Please note: While we aim to provide accurate guidance, we are not a registered visa agency. We strongly recommend confirming this information with a reputable travel or visa agent, as entry requirements can change unexpectedly.

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    Gina

    Asked on August 4th, 2025

    I want to know the meeting point and also time to book flights

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      The starting and end point for this tour is the following Hotel in Rome. Excel Roma Montemario, Via degli Scolopi, 31, 00136 Roma RM, Italy. For Flight Bookings, you can choose to book your flights first before booking the tour, or the other way around. Truly dependent on your preference.

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      Gina

      TravelerWritten August 2025

      An i stay at the hotel the night before so i can be there in the morning for the tour?

    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      The Meet up Hotel for this tour is only for the group to gather and then board the coach. No accommodation in that Hotel is booked for the tour. If you arrive in Rome a day before the tour starts, you can choose to book your Pre-tour accommodation on that Hotel or anywhere close, but that is not part of the package and you will have to pay separately.

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    Sandra

    Asked on July 30th, 2025

    What time of day does the European highlights tour return to Rome

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      The provisional start time for this tour is 07:30 AM. The provisional end time for this tour is 07:30 PM.

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      Sandra

      TravelerWritten July 2025

      Is there a discount code available so we can make it work?

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      Sandra

      TravelerWritten August 2025

      Can you advise the best price for the european highlights tour departing 5th October. 4 travellers, 2 adults, 2 children (11&12 yrs)

    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten August 2025

      There are no discounts available for children or seniors on this tour. The pricing is fixed regardless of age, as it covers shared costs such as accommodation, transportation, and other inclusions.

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    Luis

    Asked on July 26th, 2025

    Could you please let us know if this option [student discount] is available?

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      We do not offer any Student Discounts for our Tours since they are offered as a package and are already the most competitive pricing in the market.

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    Alexander

    Asked on July 26th, 2025

    I am a student at King's College London. I wanted to know about your student discount policy if there is any. I am willing to go on your European Highlights tour but finding the price on a higher end. A student discount might help me make a decision.

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      Since our Tour Packages are offered at the most competitive rates in the market, we current do not offer any Special Discounts (e.g. Student, Senior, Military, etc.). However, we do offer discounts for all types of travelers from time to time and it will be displayed on the website if a Discount/Promotion is offered.

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    Taylor

    Asked on July 19th, 2025

    Do you also process shengen visa for a super visa holder here in canada who would avail your tour packages

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      We do not have the capacity to process or assist in Visa Applications. However, we do provide Visa Supporting Documents for their application. The Visa Supporting Documents include: 1. e-Ticket and Visa Letter. 2. Itinerary & Accommodation List. These documents can only be released when a booking meets the following: 1. Tour's Start Date is within the next 90 Days. 2. Booking is Paid in Full.

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    Julie

    Asked on July 14th, 2025

    Looking for price detailed for two adult and on child (13 years). Interested Departure Date: Sunday 5 October, 2025

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    • Expat Explore TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      Travellers aged 10 to 17 are very welcome on our tours, as long as they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who will take full responsibility throughout the trip. We aren't able to accommodate unaccompanied minors. Unfortunately, only one seat is currently available on Sunday, 5 October 2025, so that date won't be suitable for your group of three. We have upcoming departures with more availability: Sunday, 12 October 2025 - 4 seats available, Wednesday, 15 October 2025 - 10 seats available. When booking for more than one person, we'll always pair travellers from the same booking in twin-share rooms unless you request otherwise.

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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria, Germany and Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before December 28th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after December 28th, 2025, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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