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European Trail: Capitals & Cafés

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 Trip Length
26 Days
 Trip Starts
Paris
 Trip Finishes
Paris
26 Day European Trail: Capitals & Cafés Itinerary (G Adventures)
Trip Style
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Departures
Budget
Affordable
Max. Group Size
16
Pace
Leisurely
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
EFET

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 26 Day European Trail: Capitals & Cafés. You. Europe. 26 days. Ready? You’d better be, because this epic Paris-to-Paris romp through the Old World’s greatest cities doesn’t slow down for stragglers. Geared towards budget-conscious travellers eager to check an entire continent off their must-do list in one fell swoop, this adventure will take you from Paris’ most elegant galleries and cafés, to the stunning natural brilliance of the Swiss Alps, the ancient beauty of Italy’s Florence, the Eastern European charm of Budapest and Krakow and the...read more party capitals of Berlin and Amsterdam. Phew! We’re tired just talking about it.

Itinerary

Arrive at any time. Tonight, you won’t need to go far for Paris to sweep you off your feet, because after all, it is the City of Love. Head to your hostel’s bar with your CEO and group to kick back and grab drinks in celebration of the first day of your grand adventure. Stay: Generator Hostel Paris

Explore and discover the “je ne sais quoi” of the City of Lights. Paris has something for everyone and you can use your day here to picnic under the Eiffel Tower, explore the outstanding museums and churches, float down the Seine on a river cruise or people watch at one of the charming cafés. Stay: Generator Hostel Paris (L)

Take a train from Paris to Interlaken, a small city in the Swiss Alps with breathtaking scenery. Stay: Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof

Enjoy an orientation walk of Interlaken. Opt to get the adrenaline pumping with some canyoning or whitewater rafting. Explore a nearby glacier or go swimming in a crystal clear lake. Don't miss the nightlife on your Big Night Out! Stay: Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof

Take a full free day to enjoy all the adventures you'll find on this side of the Alps. Stay: Backpackers Villa Sonnenhof

Opt to check out the famous Roman sites from times past like the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican and Pantheon. Opt to wander the cobblestone streets, or relax in a piazza with an espresso. Don't miss the amazing Italian food, wine and nightlife. We recommend pre-purchasing advance entry tickets for popular attractions such as the Sistine Chapel, Villa Borghese, and the Colosseum to avoid waiting in long queues on the day of your visit. Stay: Roma Scout Center

Today, new travellers may join you for the rest of the adventure. You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening, followed by an optional dinner. Stay: Roma Scout Center

Explore a different side of Rome on a walking tour led by a migrant guide and see Rome through the eyes of a recent newcomer to Italy. Leave Rome behind and head towards Florence. No city can boast of such artistic richness as this romantic Renaissance city. Food, art, culture, and beautiful views put this outstanding Italian city in a field of its own. The list of things to see and do in Florence and the surrounding Tuscan countryside is unlimited, be it art, nature, architecture, history, or food and drink! Stay: Hostel Plus Florence

For a truly local experience, indulge your inner gastronome on a culinary tour of the city. Opt to pre-book the "Florence Food Tour" on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour. Stay: Hostel Plus Florence

Opt to take a ride in a gondola, visit Piazza San Marco, or discover the magic behind Murano glass. Stay: Anda Venice Hostel

Journey to Ljubljana, Slovenia. Explore the Ljubjanica River lined with outdoor cafes, or opt to take a quick trip to nearby Bled. Stay: Hotel Emonec

Catch the bus to Vienna. Take a short orientation walk around this incredible city. Stay: Do Step Inn Vienna

After tiring yourself out with sightseeing, pop into a café, a Viennese institution. For a slice of local life, the cafés are good places to relax and get your bearings while deciding what to do next. A delicious café experience involves Gugelhupf, one of Vienna’s specialty cakes, and a cup of Melange (half coffee, half milk). Stay: Do Step Inn Vienna

To gain deeper insight on local history, opt to pre-book the "Budapest History Walking Tour" on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour. Stay: A&O Hostel Budapest

Today, new travellers may join you for the rest of the adventure. You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening, followed by an optional dinner. Stay: A&O Hostel Budapest

With the Danube River dividing old town, Buda, from the newer area, Pest, there is plenty to see and do. Stay: Overnight Train from Budapest to Krakow

Opt to visit Rynek Główny - Europe’s largest medieval market square; savour a traditional Polish breakfast (kielbasa, yum), or sit back with a coffee and a slice of Poland's famous cheesecake (sernik babci) at one of the many cafes in the area. Then, walk it off with a stroll uphill to marvel at the impressive Wawel Royal Castle. Stay: Ginger Hostel Krakow

Imagine a city lined with Bohemian art, beer halls offering the finest brews in the region, tranquil gardens, and ornate chapels - it's no wonder why visitors fall in love with this place. Take the afternoon and get lost. Stay: Czech Inn Hostel

Enjoy all Prague has to offer. Opt to visit the famous Charles Bridge, the clock tower in the main square or a traditional Czech beer hall with serious helpings of meat and potatoes. Stay: Czech Inn Hostel

Berlin is an amazing city with tangible historical importance and a melting pot of different cultures and flavours. Stay: Generator Hostel Berlin Mitte

Today, new travellers may join you for the rest of the adventure. You are welcome to join them at a group meeting this evening, followed by an optional dinner. Stay: Generator Hostel Berlin Mitte

Enjoy free time to explore historic monuments, such as the Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate and the Checkpoint Charlie Museum. Experience Berlin's famous nightlife. Stay: Generator Hostel Berlin Mitte

Hop on a train and cross into the Netherlands. Stay: Hostelworld Flying Pig Uptown

Begin the day with bicycle tour of Amsterdam's city centre. Opt for a tour through the canals, hit up a museum, or wander through the Red Light District. As the day ends, head into a cozy bruin café or “eetcafé” (to the Dutch what pubs are to the British and Irish), local spots where friends gather to catch up over a beer or glass of house wine. Stay: Hostelworld Flying Pig Uptown

Jump on a bus from Amsterdam and head into Belgium, for a visit to the small medieval trading town of Bruges. Bruges is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe and has remained practically unchanged since its heyday. Once inside the city walls, the town closes in around you with street after street of historic houses and a canal always nearby. Stay: St Christopher's at the Bauhaus Hostel Bruges

Hop on a bus to Paris. Tour ends on arrival.

Trip Inclusions

  • Visit the galleries and cafés of Paris.
  • Take in the natural beauty of the Swiss Alps.
  • Marvel at the beauty of Florence.
  • Get a taste of Eastern charm in Kraków.
  • Party in Budapest and Prague.

  • Your G for Good Moment: Migrantour Rome, Rome
  • Your G for Good Moment: Nem Adom Fel Café and Bar, Budapest
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
  • Your Discover Moment: Paris
  • Your Foodie Moment: Eiffel Tower Picnic, Paris
  • Your Discover Moment: Interlaken
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Interlaken
  • Your Discover Moment: Rome
  • Your Discover Moment: Florence
  • Your Discover Moment: Venice
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Budapest
  • Your Discover Moment: Budapest
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Prague
  • Your Discover Moment: Berlin
  • Your Big Night Out Moment: Bruges
  • Visit to genuine Bohemian Beer Hall (Prague)
  • Bicycle tour around Amsterdam
  • Orientation walks in Paris, Interlaken, Rome, Venice, Vienna, Budapest, Kraków, Prague, Berlin, and Bruges
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

  • Hotels/hostels (24 Nights, multi-share with 2-6 people), sleeper trains (1 Nights)
  • The variety and local flavour of our accommodation is a favourite part of our European 18-to-Thirtysomethings trips. Although the properties we use are simply furnished and with few facilities, we base our choices on location, character and cleanliness. We will stay in a mixture of hotels, some hostels, and private rooms in local households. All accommodation on this tour will be multi-share. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing and even (on rare occasions) dormitory-style rooms for the whole group. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities.
  • Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken.
  • Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style.
  • Please note that pre & post additional accommodations cannot guarantee same gender rooming thus mixed gender rooming may occur.

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

  • 1 lunch

  • Train, public bus, metro, walking

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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