Southern Europe Rail Tour
Southern Europe Rail Tour
Southern Europe Rail Tour
21 Days Starting in Chania and ending in Porto
Visiting: Rome, Florence, Venice, Nice, Barcelona, Seville, Faro, Lisbon, Porto
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
5 - 20
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
18 - 35 year olds
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Tour Overview
Our Southern Europe route is the perfect way to explore four incredible counties’ absolute best destinations. Experience authentic European backpacking, travelling with a small group of likeminded people.
You’ll have between one and three nights in each city, making this the ultimate way to experience all of all four countries. With a blend of major cities and smaller towns, unmissable included activities and an exciting library of optional excursions, as well as plenty of opportunities for self-guided exploring, this is the ultimate way to see the Mediterranean at its best.
Travelling with you throughout, your tour leader will ensure your trip goes smoothly; making sure you arrive in each destination safely. They’ll also co-ordinate essential and optional activities such as walking tours and pub crawls- not to mention making sure you’ve got a cold beer waiting for you upon arrival in each hostel.
Euroventure take all the stress out of travelling so that you’re free to relax and enjoy your trip!
Highlights
- Travel by Train - fast, scenic, sociable and easy!
- Stay in beautiful boutique hostels
- Unmissable included activities at every city
- Small group of up to 20 which is perfect!
- See the best that Southern Europe has to offer in 21 days
Itinerary
Day 1 : Ciao Roma!
Location: Rome, Rome
Accommodation: Hostel
It's time to kick off your Southern Europe Group Tour! Head to the hostel and meet your new family for the next few weeks!
Day 2 : Explore The Sistine Chapel
Location: Rome, Rome
Accommodation: Hostel
The morning after, you'll be taken to your included activity - the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Get ready to soak up and marvel at the jaw-dropping art and history! You'll then have the rest of the day free. Don't miss the Colosseum and Roman Forum, these tickets sell out pretty quick, so make sure you book these in advance!
Day 3 : Next Stop, Florence
Location: Florence, Florence
Accommodation: Hostel
Next stop Florence- this city is the epicentre of art history (even some supermarkets hold treasured art pieces!). Your first day there could be spent exploring the gardens of Bobilli, or the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, or simply strolling through the endless streets. When you're hungry, you can grab a bite to eat at Central Market, a large indoor food market serving everything from fresh handmade pasta to vegan poke bowls. This place does not disappoint!
Day 4 : Fancy A Wine Tour?
Location: Florence, Florence
Accommodation: Hostel
The included activity for Florence is a Chianti Wine Tour. The group will head out in the afternoon and spend a few hours there admiring the beautiful vineyard and green scenery. Return in the late evening and feel like an Italian wine conossiour! The rest of the time there is yours - we recommend watching the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo, where there's usually some jazzy live music.
Day 5 : Explore The Gorgeous Venice
Location: Venice, Venice
Accommodation: Hostel
Venice is hands-down the most romantic city in Italy! You can simply stoll around for hours, or sit outside with an Aperol Spritz just watching the Venetian life go by - the definition of 'Il Dolce far niente'.
Day 6 : Travel In Style - On A Dreamy Gondola
Location: Venice, Venice
Accommodation: Hostel
The next day will be the group activity - a dreamy gondola ride through to the grand canal. You'll then have some free time to explore the city - be sure to book a ticket to Scala Contarini del Bovolo to see some great views! Watch the sky turn from blue to yellow to a deep pink as the sun sets from the Rialto Bridge, then enjoy some delicious, local seafood from one of the many incredible restaurants. This is the last day of the Italy group tour, so have a proper send off at Anda's-hostel-turned-club!
Day 7 : Visit To Murano, Burano And Torcello
Location: Venice, Venice
Accommodation: Hostel
The day after will be the last day for the rest of the Med tour, you'll have another included activity to the islands just off from Venice- Murano, Burano and Torcello. Watch a traditional glassblower make a horse in under 5 minutes, enjoy the colorful houses on the canal and see the impressive mosaics in Santa Maria Assunta church.
Day 8 : Quick Stop In Nice!
Location: Nice, Nice
Accommodation: Hostel
Now for a quick stop in Nice! This beautiful city in the South of France is full of colourful buildings, stunning sea views and delicious cuisine. You'll have the first evening free to grab some food around the Old Town, then maybe hit Wayne's Bar for live music, some drinks and a boogie on the tables if that's your thing!
Day 9 : Scuba Dive Time!
Location: Nice, Nice
Accommodation: Hostel
The next day you'll have the morning free, then its scuba diving time! You'll be taken on a boat around 40 minutes from the Port, where you'll get your gear on and go swimming with the fish in the coral reef. This is truely a unique experience. You'll have the rest of the evening free to relax with some French wine, ready for the trip to Barcelona the following day.
Day 10 : Bon Dia, Barcelona!
Location: Barcelona, Barcelona
Accommodation: Hostel
Bon dia, Barcelona! You'll arrive in the late afternoon, which gives you time to recharge with some obligatory tapas! Venture down Las Ramblas or to the Gothic Quarter to see the most lively parts!
Day 11 : An Ode To Gaudi
Location: Barcelona, Barcelona
Accommodation: Hostel
Day two will be yours to explore the Creatan Capital however you like. Seek out Gaudi's many buildings, take the cable cars up to Montjuic Castle, or simply stroll through the parks. In the evening, trek up to the Bunkers for an unbeatable view of the sunset, which you could enjoy with a beer or empanada which are often being sold there!
Day 12 : Visit The Sagrada Familia
Location: Barcelona, Barcelona
Accommodation: Hostel
On the final day, we'll visit the Sagrada Familia, with Skip the Line tickets included and the afternoon yours to spend how you please!
Day 13 : The City Of Orange Trees!
Location: Seville, Seville
Accommodation: Hostel
Next, Seville - the city of Orange trees! Here you'll have plenty of free time to explore all the eccentric buildings, immaculate patios and tapas bars as you like! For your included activity, we'll head over to the home of Flamenco and visit the Triana neighbourhood to catch an authetic show.
Day 14 : Your Final Day In Seville
Location: Seville, Seville
Accommodation: Hostel
Be sure to get tickets into the Royal Alcazar Palace and the Plaza de Espana on your last day - these are some of the most unique and interesting buildings Spain has to offer! Relax with a glass of orange wine and tapas down Alameda de Hercules street. Make sure you leave enough time to check out the spectacular Catedral de Sevilla - the largest gothic church in the world!
Day 15 : Not Too Far To Faro
Location: Faro, Faro
Accommodation: Hostel
From the city of Seville to the soft sand and sunsoaked coast of the Algarve. Here, you'll have time to relax on the beach and wonder through the Old Town, then stop for a drink at the bustling Irish Bar!
Day 16 : Enjoy A Faro Boat Trip
Location: Faro, Faro
Accommodation: Hostel
The included activity in Faro is a boat trip to the small quiet islands surrounding Faro. Be sure to look out for the flamingos along the way! The rest of the evening is yours to spend it how you wish.
Day 17 : On To Lisbon!
Location: Lisbon, Lisbon
Accommodation: Hostel
From Faro, we continue to Lisbon, one of the oldest capital cities in Europe. There is plenty to do in this city, even hopping on the number 28 tram is an experience in itself! You'll have your first day free to explore everything the city has to offer.
Day 18 : Hippo Trip!
Location: Lisbon, Lisbon
Accommodation: Hostel
Then, the next day is the group activity...a HIPPO tour - we'll say no more for now. This wraps up around mid-afternoon, and the rest of the time in Lisbon is yours.
Day 19 : Your Last Stop
Location: Porto, Porto
Accommodation: Hostel
Your final stop- Porto. This is arguably one of the most underrated cities in Portugal. This hillside town offers delicious seafood, authentic Port wine, and lots and lots of steps.
Day 20 : Explore Porto
Location: Porto, Porto
Accommodation: Hostel
The first day is yours to explore, you can ride the cable car and soak up the gorgeous views, or just stroll up and down the markets near Luis I Bridge, eating Pasteis de Nata on the go. End the evening with a boogie in any one of the bars in downtown Porto - take it steady as the last day of the tour approaches!
Day 21 : Finish Off With Some Port In Porto!
Location: Porto, Porto
Accommodation: Hostel
Wake up the next morning feeling fresh and head off for some wine tasting (not included)! Although the grapes are picked and squashed outside of Porto, the wine is then brought to Porto to cure for many months, and turn into Port. The majority of these wineries offer guided tours with tasting at the end. Port wine is an acquired taste, but its a must-do! The group tour ends with the last supper (all included) before going your separate ways the next day.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Shared Hostel Dorm in each city you visit
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Free Wi-Fi at Accommodation
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Train Tickets
All your main tickets for travelling between the cities on your itinerary
What's Not Included
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Local Taxes
You must pay city tax at each hostel, where applicable
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Meals – Half Board
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Meals – Full Board
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Meals – Breakfast Only
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International Travel
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Game Drives on Safari
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Fully Guided
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Entrance Fees
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Drinks with Meals
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Country Entry Visas
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All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Check out our Q&As
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No - we can however provide visa support letters for £6 per hostel.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Sadly not. We require at least 35 days notice before you can join any tour, so we have enough time to arrange everything to make sure your trip runs smoothly.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Since the 6th February 2020, Euroventure has been operating as a carbon negative business – this means that we not only offset the carbon that our staff and trips produce, but we have reduced it by 200%, ensuring that we make a positive contribution towards the environment.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We'll be in touch around 4 weeks before your trip, with a request for you to complete a couple of forms for us. From there, in the run up to your trip, we'll provide your PDF travel pack and information about your meeting point etc, before the WhatsApp group is created around a week before you depart.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Your trip becomes non-refundable and non-amendable within 90 days of your trip starting. If you need to change before that, please get in touch and we'll see what we can do to help. Your deposit remains non-refundable in such an event.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been operating for 10 years now, since 2012!
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Everyone on the tour will be aged between 18 - 35, plus one of experienced and fun tour leaders!
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Low Deposit
Euroventure Travel requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of euroventure travel charges.
Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 89 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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