Barcelona to Venice

Barcelona to Venice

29 Days Starting in Barcelona and ending in Venice

Visiting: Barcelona, Barcelona / Girona, Girona, Nimes / Avignon, Avignon, Beaune, Paris, Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Berlin, Dresden - Bastei, Prague, Bratislava , Budapest , Budapest, Vienna, Salzburg, Bled , Bled, Venice

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

ZMRXC

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

15-99 years

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Rail Tours

From: $7685 $7454 Tourhub's Big Adventure Sale: -$231

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Tour Overview

Discover Europe’s best places on an extensive 29-day adventure from Barcelona, ending in Venice. Explore the cuisines, cultures and quiet corners of Paris, Amsterdam, Berlin and more with ample free time in each location. You’ll also walk the medieval walls of Girona, wander riverside in Bruges and finish with a vino in Venice. With a local leader on hand to provide all the know-how you need, and transport and accommodation all sorted, there’ll be plenty of good times to share with your small group of like-minded travellers.

Highlights

  • Take in some of Germany’s best views from the heights of Bastei – a towering sandstone formation home to a medieval castle.

  • Immerse yourself in the bohemian vibes of the Czech Republic, soak up the smooth sounds of jazz at a low-lit bar in Prague and sample locally made pilsners.

  • With plenty of free time in classic Vienna and vibrant Budapest, whether you end up eating Sacher torte in a neighbourhood cafe or downing a couple of local brews in a ruin bar is totally up to you!

  • From the arts district and museums to the unmatched cafe culture and leafy parks, Amsterdam has it all. Maybe grab a bike and see the city the way the locals do.

  • Find the best Belgium fries in Brussels and wander the incredible facade of the Grand Palace as you get lost in the quaint city streets.

  • Discover the artistic history of unique Vienna – the perfect blend of modern and historic personality – then enjoy some kaffe and kuchen (coffee and cake) at a local café that empowers older residents with employment and purpose.

  • Make cross-country travel a breeze with a European trip including train travel. Enjoy extra time to sit back, relax, play games with your fellow travellers or watch the changing scenery roll by.

Places You'll See

Palace Of Versailles

The Eiffel Tower

Itinerary

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Day 1: Barcelona

Location: Barcelona

Accommodation: Hostel

Hola! Welcome to Barcelona, Spain. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm followed by a vermouth aperitivo to whet your appetite for the adventure ahead. If you arrive early, there are plenty of galleries, cafes and historic corners to keep you busy. Perhaps take the funicular to the top of Montjuic or Tibidabo for panoramic views of the harbour. After the meeting, maybe head out for some tapas with your fellow travellers so you can get to know them – your group leader will have all the best recommendations on where to go.

Included Activities:
-Barcelona - Vermouth Aperitivo

Optional Activities:
-Barcelona - La Sagrada Familia (must be prebooked in advance)
-Barcelona - Cable car to Montjuic (one way)
-Barcelona - Tapas Tour in El Raval Urban Adventure
-Barcelona - Casa Batllo (advance booking required)
-Barcelona - Contemporary Art Museum
-Barcelona - Old Santa Creu Hospital
-Barcelona - Museum of City History
-Barcelona - National Art Museum of Catalonia
-Barcelona - Ethnological and World Cultures
-Barcelona - Museum of Gaudi
-Barcelona - Guell Palace (must be prebooked in advance)
-Barcelona - Barcelona Cathedral
-Barcelona - Picasso Museum

Day 2: Barcelona / Girona

Location: Barcelona / Girona

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Say good morning to Barcelona before heading out with your group on a leader-led orientation walk of the city, sampling a favourite local treat along the way. Then, explore the city at your own pace. Why not visit Gaudi's La Sagrada Familia Basilica – possibly the most iconic landmark in Barcelona! Or, head to Park Guell – the largest green space in the city, where you can stroll through the gardens if the weather's nice and explore more of the incredible architectural work by Gaudi. This afternoon you’ll make your way to the train station, where you’ll head off to the city of Girona. Arriving in the early evening, your leader will take you on a walk through the city. Then, you have the chance to explore at your leisure. This jewel of Catalonia is known for its medieval architecture, sitting alongside the Onyar River. Make sure you get the best local dinner recommendations from your leader tonight!

Included Activities:
-Barcelona - Orientation Walk
-Barcelona - Churros Snack

Optional Activities:
-Barcelona - La Sagrada Familia (must be prebooked in advance)
-Barcelona - Guell Palace (must be prebooked in advance)

Day 3: Girona

Location: Girona

Accommodation: Hotel

Head off with your group this morning for a walk along the medieval walls of the city. Originally built by the Romans, and then rebuilt and extended in the Middle Ages, these walls have stood watch over the city since the 14th century. From the walkway along the top, the city of Gerona spreads out beneath you, giving you a birds-eye view over the streets and houses, the river and the iconic cathedral and bell tower of San Felix. This afternoon is yours to explore the city. Why not visit the Arabic Baths or stop at the Rocambolesc Gelateria where you can grab a cup or cone of some of Spain’s finest gelato. TV buff? Several scenes of HBO’s Game of Thrones were filmed in the city! Chat to your leader about joining a Game of Thrones walking tour and find yourself transported to the streets of Braavos and King’s Landing.

Included Activities:
-Girona - Orientation Walk near the Medieval Walls

Optional Activities:
-Girona - Jewish History Museum
-Girona - Arabic Baths
-Girona - Rocambolesc Heladeria (from)
-Girona - Game of Thrones Walking Tour (from)

Day 4: Nimes / Avignon

Location: Nimes / Avignon

Accommodation: Hotel

Leaving the city after breakfast, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Nimes. Arriving in the town of southeastern France, your leader will take you on a walk through the town, giving you the lay of the land before your free time to explore at your own pace. Why not chat to your leader about visiting the famous Amphitheatre of Nimes – one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in Europe, built around the year AD 100. This evening, take the train to Avignon. When you arrive, check in to your hotel and take a walk around a walled city that was once home to French popes for more than a century.

Included Activities:
-Nimes - Orientation walk

Optional Activities:
-Nimes - Amphitheatre de Nimes

Day 5: Avignon

Location: Avignon

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Head out for an orientation walk through the markets this morning, where you’ll find fresh produce that’s locally grown in the fertile soil surrounding the city. After, maybe comb the city's impressive collection of art, visit the grand Palais des Papes (Pope's Palace) or cross the iconic bridge of Pont St-Benezet. If the weather permits, you could even hire a bike to see more of this picturesque valley and head to one of the city's amazing bakeries. There are also many small local bistros that serve up great regional cuisine – why not get some of your travel pals together for a French-inspired feast tonight!

Included Activities:
-Avignon - Market Visit and Snack

Optional Activities:
-Avignon - Collection Lambert Museum
-Avignon - Museum Calvet
-Avignon - Museum Lapidaire
-Avignon - Pont d'Avignon (Bridge of Avignon)
-Avignon - Palais des Papes
-Avignon - Museum of the Petit Palace
-Avignon - Wine Museum
-Avignon - Bike Hire
-Avignon - Lavender Museum
-Avignon - Roure Palace
-Avignon - Gourmet Tour (min. 4 pax)
-Avignon - Kayak Under The Pont d'Avignon (1 hour - from)

Day 6: Beaune

Location: Beaune

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

This morning, you’ll head by train to the city of Beaune, in the heart of France’s Burgundy wine region. When you arrive, take a leader-led walk through the town, then this afternoon, you can explore the town's rich history of food and wine production. Ask your leader about visiting the Caves Patriarche – the largest cellars in the Bourgogne wine region, in the 17th-century former convent of Les Vistandines. Here, you’ll find several million bottles of wine, some of which are from the most prestigious winemaking names in the region. Continuing your exploration of the town, see if you can find a fresh bread vending machine, or visit the incredible Hospices de Beaune. Founded in 1443 and originally a hospital that offered care to the less fortunate, it is now a museum and the host of an annual charity wine auction.

Included Activities:
-Beaune - Orientation Walk

Optional Activities:
-Beaune - Caves Patriarche Visit and Tasting (from)
-Beaune - Hospices de Beaune

Day 7: Paris

Location: Paris

Accommodation: Hostel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Leaving Beaune, travel by train to the city of light and love – Paris, of course! Rich in museums, art galleries, monuments, fashion and delicious food, Paris offers a wealth of major sights and things to do. When you arrive, check into the hotel, then join your leader for an orientation walk through the famous city streets before exploring at your leisure. Wandering around the Champs-Elysees, the student-filled Latin Quarter, or bohemian Montmartre will give you a good feel for the city. There is so much to do in Paris that it might be a good idea to make a plan before you arrive, so you can get to see all you want! Don’t know where to start? Check in with your leader for tons of advice and tips on how to make the most of your time in this incredible city.

Included Activities:
-Paris - Orientation Walk

Optional Activities:
-Paris - Centre Pompidou (must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Museum of Comparative Anatomy and Paleontology
-Paris - Fragonard Perfume Museum - Free
-Paris - Catacombs (must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Napoleon's Tomb & Les Invalides Army Museum
-Paris - Da Vinci Code Walking Tour
-Paris - Musee d'Orsay
-Paris - Louvre Museum (must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Picasso Museum
-Paris - Rodin Museum
-Paris - Eiffel Tower (from - must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Sainte Chapelle & Conciergerie
-Paris - Arc de Triomphe
-Paris - Paradis Latin Cabaret Show (must be prebooked in advance)

Day 8: Paris

Location: Paris

Accommodation: Hostel

Enjoy another free day to explore Paris. If you didn’t get the chance already, why not spend today checking out the world-famous Louvre, where you can see the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. Maybe climb the Eiffel Tower – or take the lift – for some impressive aerial views of Paris. For a simple picnic lunch of baguette and cheese, The Tuileries, Plantes and Jardin du Luxembourg all make excellent backdrops. Later, you’ll have a second meeting with the new members of your group at 6 pm. After you meet your fellow travellers and trip leader, you might choose to head out for an optional dinner at one of the gorgeous local restaurants or explore the surrounding neighbourhoods and further discover why this city is known for its romantic appeal

Optional Activities:
-Paris - Napoleon's Tomb & Les Invalides Army Museum
-Paris - Musee d'Orsay
-Paris - Da Vinci Code Walking Tour
-Paris - Centre Pompidou (must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Catacombs (must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Fragonard Perfume Museum - Free
-Paris - Museum of Comparative Anatomy and Paleontology
-Paris - Gourmet Marais Urban Adventure
-Paris - Hidden Montmartre Urban Adventure
-Paris - Paradis Latin Cabaret Show (must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Eiffel Tower (from - must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Louvre Museum (must be prebooked in advance)
-Paris - Sainte Chapelle & Conciergerie
-Paris - Arc de Triomphe
-Paris - Rodin Museum
-Paris - Picasso Museum
-Paris - Palace of Versailles & Gardens

Day 9: Brussels

Location: Brussels

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Leave Paris behind and jump on a train to Brussels, where your leader will take you on a walk around the city, sampling some traditional Belgian fries along the way. After, you have free time to explore at your own pace. Maybe wander down to the Manneken Pis (Little Peeing Man) – an iconic symbol of Belgium or wander The Musical Instrument Museum – three floors of musical instruments coming from every corner of the world and hundreds of years of musical history in one place. Tonight, maybe explore Ilot Sacre – a great place to find good food and fun bars.

Included Activities:
-Brussels - Belgium Fries Snack
-Brussels - Orientation Walk

Optional Activities:
-Brussels - Cantillon Brewery Visit
-Brussels - Museum of the Musical Instruments
-Brussels - Grand Place - Free
-Brussels - Manneken Pis - Free
-Brussels - Magritte Museum
-Brussels - Mini Europe Attraction Park

Day 10: Bruges

Location: Bruges

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

This morning, enjoy some free time in Brussels before making your way to the train station in the early afternoon to head to Bruges. Arriving mid-afternoon, your leader will take you around the city to give you the lay of the land before you explore at your own speed. Wander along the picturesque river this evening, watching the city illuminate around you in the setting sun. Your leader will be able to give you the best recommendations for dinner spots tonight, and maybe where you can find the best beer in town.

Included Activities:
-Bruges - Orientation Walk

Optional Activities:
-Brussels - Jeu de Balle Flea Market - Free
-Brussels - Local Brewery Visit With Tasting

Day 11: Bruges

Location: Bruges

Accommodation: Hotel

Today you have a free day to explore Bruges. This town on the coast of Belgium looks like it's been plucked straight from the pages of a fairytale, and there’s so much to see and explore. Why not take a stroll through the UNESCO Protected Old Town, starting in the iconic Burg square. Right in the centre of town, this square is home to a mix of Gothic, Renaissance and neoclassicism architecture, and features the town hall, which was built in the 14th century. Don’t forget to check out the Basilica of the Holy Blood, which is said to be home to a vial of cloth stained with a drop of the blood of Jesus. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, hunt down the best bowl of moules-frites (a Flemish classic of mussels cooked in white wine and served with a side of crunchy fries).

Optional Activities:
-Bruges - Cycle trip to Damme
-Bruges - Museum St John's Hospital
-Bruges - Sint-Janshuismolen Mill - Free
-Bruges - Belfry of Bruges
-Bruges - Canal Boat Tour
-Bruges - Chocolate Workshop

Day 12: Antwerp - Amsterdam

Location: Antwerp - Amsterdam

Accommodation: Hostel

Bid Bruges a fond farewell as you hop on the train to Antwerp. Your leader will take you around the city to help you get your bearings, then you can explore on your own. Why not visit the Het Steen Castle – a medieval fortress in the Old City centre. Built in the early 1200s and with towering walls and turrets, it’s not hard to imagine knights on horseback and princesses wandering through the castle grounds. Then, jump back on the train and cross into Amsterdam. When you arrive, why not find somewhere for dinner with your group? Amsterdam is a network of canals, bridges and parks, perfect for exploring on a bike if the weather’s good. If you’re an art-lover, Amsterdam is home to plenty of museums, like the Rijksmuseum, which houses one of Rembrandt’s most famous works – 'The Night Watch'. Alternatively, the Van Gogh Museum, which comprises nearly every painting, sketch, print, etching and piece of correspondence that Van Gogh ever produced, including 'Sunflowers'.

Included Activities:
-Antwerp - Half Day Visit
-Antwerp - Orientation Walk

Optional Activities:
-Antwerp - Het Steen Castle

Day 13: Amsterdam

Location: Amsterdam

Accommodation: Hostel

Meals Included: breaksfast

This morning, your leader will show you around Amsterdam before your free day to explore. You could visit Anne Frank's House – the former hiding place of the famous child diarist and her family during WWII, which has now been preserved as a museum. Or perhaps visit the De Waag – a 15th-century building on Nieuwmarkt Square first constructed as a gate for the city’s fortified walls. For a snack, try Pannekoeken (Dutch pancakes). This afternoon, why not visit the best bars, breweries and beer halls of the city. From a place where nuns used to brew ales, to the mothership of Dutch beer brewing (the original Heineken building), you could go on a tasting tour of the Netherlands’ strong beer history.

Included Activities:
-Amsterdam - FEBO Snack
-Amsterdam - Orientation Walk

Optional Activities:
-Amsterdam - Heineken Museum (must be prebooked in advance)
-Amsterdam - Royal Palace
-Amsterdam - Bike Hire
-Amsterdam - Oude Kerk
-Amsterdam - Bike Tour
-Amsterdam - Rijksmuseum
-Amsterdam - Canal Boat Tour
-Amsterdam - Plastic Fishing (from)
-Amsterdam - Van Gogh Museum (must be prebooked in advance)
-Amsterdam - Anne Frank's House (must be prebooked in advance)

Day 14: Berlin

Location: Berlin

Accommodation: Hostel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Rise bright and early this morning before jumping on the train to Berlin. Today is a long travel day, so grab a window seat if you can. Berlin has plenty of impressive sites and is known for a great bar scene. Get some of the best recommendations and must-see spots from your leader while you make your way towards the city. Arriving in the evening, your leader will show you around and share all the insider tips and tricks, like where to find the best schnitzel for dinner and the best local beer.

Day 15: Berlin

Location: Berlin

Accommodation: Hostel

Meals Included: breaksfast

After yesterday’s late arrival, today is free for you to get your bearings in Berlin. You may like to take a Spree River cruise, visit the multiple museums and galleries at Kulturforum Potsdamer Platz or stop by the impressive Berliner Dom Cathedral. Tonight, you’ll have another meeting with the new members of your group at 6 pm. After, why not join your newfound travel pals for dinner? Berlin’s food is a mix of classic German with Bavarian, Italian and Middle Eastern influences. But who can go past a traditional schnitzel or pretzel together with a stein of beer?

Optional Activities:
-Berlin - Museum Pass (3 Day Ticket)
-Berlin - Bike Tour
-Berlin - Jewish Museum
-Berlin - National History Museum
-Berlin - Pergamon Museum
-Berlin - Spree River Cruise
-Berlin - Berliner Dom Cathedral
-Berlin - TV Tower
-Berlin - Kulturforum Potsdamer Platz
-Berlin - German History Museum
-Berlin - Checkpoint Charlie Museum
-Berlin - Schloss Charlottenburg
-Berlin - Reichstag (time slot must be booked online in advance) - Free
-Berlin - Topography of Terror - Free

Day 16: Berlin

Location: Berlin

Accommodation: Hostel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Set out to discover more of Berlin today, as you’ll have free time to enjoy it as you please. There are plenty of impressive sites for you to check out – the Brandenburg Gate, remnants of the Berlin Wall and the dominating Reichstag building – either on your own, during a bike tour or all at once from the observation deck of the Berlin TV Tower. There are also a couple of unique memorials, like the Jewish Memorial and the Topography of Terror, which are well worth your time. Tonight, maybe explore Berlin’s thriving foodie scene with a few dinner suggestions from your leader.

Optional Activities:
-Berlin - German History Museum
-Berlin - Kulturforum Potsdamer Platz
-Berlin - TV Tower
-Berlin - Checkpoint Charlie Museum
-Berlin - Topography of Terror - Free
-Berlin - Reichstag (time slot must be booked online in advance) - Free
-Berlin - Schloss Charlottenburg
-Berlin - Jewish Museum
-Berlin - Bike Tour
-Berlin - Museum Pass (3 Day Ticket)
-Berlin - National History Museum
-Berlin - Berliner Dom Cathedral
-Berlin - Spree River Cruise
-Berlin - Pergamon Museum

Day 17: Dresden - Bastei

Location: Dresden - Bastei

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

This morning, say goodbye to Berlin and hop on an early train to Dresden. After checking in to your accommodation, travel to Rathen, where you can enjoy a hike to the sandstone pinnacles of Bastei. The unique rock formation offers some of Germany’s best views and is home to the remnants of the medieval Neurathen Castle. If a hike doesn’t take your fancy, you’re welcome to join in on the journey to Rathen and spend your time exploring the riverside village or stay in Dresden, immersing yourself in the city’s history and heritage.

Included Activities:
-Bastei - Hike

Optional Activities:
-Dresden - Electric Car Manufacturer Tour

Day 18: Prague

Steffen Breitung

Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Leave Germany behind and board the train to Prague. You'll travel through the Labe Valley, with fairytale-like landscapes to the right and left. This is a gorgeous train journey, so grab a window seat if you can and get lost in the scenery! When you arrive, check-in at your hotel and then see the highlights on a leader-led orientation walk. Prague's architecture can be traced from the Middle Ages through to the avant-garde of the Gehry-designed Dancing Building (also called the Fred and Ginger Building). Finish with a visit to a Czech brewery, where you can sample a pilsner in its homeland. Spend your free afternoon at Prague Castle – the biggest in the Czech Republic – where you'll find the famous St Vitus Cathedral and Golden Lane. Continue to wander through the old Jewish Quarter to see what remains of the city's formerly significant Jewish community.

Included Activities:
-Prague - Czech Brewery Visit

Day 19: Prague

Mr Kane!

Location: Prague

Accommodation: Hotel

With another free day in Prague, maybe learn how the Bohemian artists, writers, dissidents and the Bohemian mentality shaped the nation. Don’t forget to sample some traditional and modern Czech snacks along the way. If you feel like a daytrip out of the city, ask your leader to help you organise a trip to Kutna Hora. See the Church of Santa Barbara and Sedlec ossuary or The Church of Bones – a small Roman Catholic chapel that contains skeletons of between 40,000 and 70,000 people! At night, Prague’s Old Town comes alive with many great restaurants and pubs, some in old vaulted cellars. The nightlife in Prague is also some of the best in Central Europe. Whether you're after dance clubs, beer halls, jazz clubs or underground absinthe bars, there's something for everyone.

Optional Activities:
-Prague - Castle Visit
-Prague - National Museum
-Prague - Town Hall Clock Tower
-Prague - Museum of Communism
-Prague - Jewish Quarter
-Prague - Bike Tour
-Prague - Kafka Museum
-Prague - Mucha Museum
-Kutna Hora - Day Trip (by public transport)
-Kutna Hora - Church of St Barbara
-Kutna Hora - Sedlec Ossuary & Bone Church

Day 20: Bratislava

Location: Bratislava

Accommodation: Hotel

Leave Prague and travel to Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Set along the Danube, Bratislava blends past and present with its charming Old Town and lively boutiques and cafes. You have a free day to explore it all today. You could climb to the top of the tower at Michael’s Gate or UFO Tower for a bird’s eye view of Bratislava, visit the Bratislava City Museum to learn about the country’s communist past or spot as many of the city’s quirky statues as you can. For dinner, maybe seek out some local delicacies like kapustnica (a sauerkraut and sausage soup) – your leader will have the lowdown on the best spots.

Optional Activities:
-Bratislava - Blue Church Bratislava - Free
-Bratislava - Kamzik TV Tower - Free
-Bratislava - Slavin War Memorial - Free

Day 21: Budapest

Location: Budapest

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Transfer from Bratislava to Budapest and enjoy a free day in the self-proclaimed Pearl of the Danube. Perhaps explore the historical Buda Castle and palace complex. Forget about the bustling city and lose yourself in the history of the winding streets of the Castle District, which dates back to the 13th century. In the afternoon, you could take a slow cruise along the Danube for some pretty epic views of the riverside Parliament Building, the Castle District and the bridges linking Buda to Pest. The spectacle is particularly beautiful, especially at sunset and at night.

Day 22: Budapest

Location: Budapest

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Today, you’ll have another meeting with the new members of your group at 6 pm. Before then, the day is yours. Why not stroll around the grand architecture and boulevards to get your bearings? Maybe explore one of the local markets and pick up a langos (a deep-fried Hungarian pastry with an assortment of different toppings). Why not head out to Statue Park to get an insight into the city’s past or take a soak in one of the many thermal bath complexes around town? After the meeting tonight, perhaps get a group of friends together for a Hungarian feast of goulash or stroll to the Jewish quarter and check out some ruin bars – unique nightlife hubs that are great for groups and feature a whole heap of weird and wonderful decor.

Optional Activities:
-Budapest - Szechenyi Thermal Baths (starting from)
-Budapest - Pub Crawl (starting from)
-Budapest - Central Market - Free
-Budapest - Transport and Entry to Statue Park
-Budapest - Parliament Tour
-Budapest - Great Synagogue
-Budapest - Bike Ride
-Budapest - Hungarian National Museum
-Budapest - House of Terror

Day 23: Vienna

Location: Vienna

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: breaksfast

Hop on a train this morning to the cosmopolitan city of Vienna. After dropping your bags at your accommodation, you’re in for a real treat! Stop for Kaffe and kuchen (coffee and cake) with your group at Vollpension – a local cafe that empowers older members of the community by providing them with employment and purpose, while bridging the gap between the staff and the younger patrons who visit the cafe. Have a chat with the friendly staff while enjoying your sweet treat in this warm and welcoming environment. 

Included Activities:
-Vienna - Kaffee and Kuchen Experience

Day 24: Vienna

Location: Vienna

Accommodation: Hotel

You’re free to choose your own adventure today, and Vienna has a lot to offer! For art lovers, there's a vast array of museums, including the Albertina, the Leopold, Kunsthalle Wien and the Museum of Modern Art. Those interested in 19th- and 20th-century Austrian art should visit the Belvedere Palace – home to Gustav Klimt's painting 'The Kiss'. Check out the colourful Hundertwasserhaus or the dome of the Secession building. Perhaps visit Hofburg Palace – once the imposing winter retreat of Habsburg royals and now the official residence of the Austrian president, or visit the gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the neo-classical Graben. If you want to see something impressive, head to the State Opera House – one of the world's most important opera houses and the heart of classical Viennese culture. 

Optional Activities:
-Vienna - Spanish Riding School Practice
-Vienna - Schoenbrunn Palace
-Vienna - Food, Coffee & Market Tour Urban Adventure
-Vienna - St Stephen's Tower
-Vienna - Prater Ferris Wheel
-Vienna - Belvedere Gallery (Lower Gallery)
-Vienna - Albertina Museum
-Vienna - Leopold Museum
-Vienna - Hofburg Palace & Sisi Museum

Day 25: Salzburg

Location: Salzburg

Accommodation: Hotel

Travel to Salzburg this morning via train – this Austrian hub on the border of Germany is backdropped by the Eastern Alps and divided by the Salzach River. When you arrive, you’ll have a full free day to explore all this gorgeous city has to offer, from the Old City to the New City. Maybe head to Mirabell Palace and Gardens for a picnic if the weather's nice or discover Mozart’s birthplace. Head to the medieval walls of Fortress Hohensalzburg and marvel at the architecture (you can also pay to get inside), or find a great viewpoint and snap some photos of the city in the shadow of the mountains, with the fortress looming above on the hill. Tonight, why not ask your local leader for the best spot for dinner.

Optional Activities:
-Salzburg - Mirabell Palace and Gardens - Free
-Salzburg - Mozart's Birthplace
-Salzburg - Old Market Place - Free
-Salzburg - Old City Hall - Free
-Salzburg - St. Peter's Abbey - Free
-Salzburg - Hohensalzburg Castle
-Salzburg - Salzburg Cathedral - Free

Day 26: Bled

Location: Bled

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast

Hop on a train to the Slovenian resort town of Bled. Sitting at the edge of the Julian Alps, this place is full of picturesque sights that are sure to take your breath away and the rail journey from Salzburg is a great way to start! Grab a window seat if you can, as you'll be crossing the Alps through a tunnel that sits 1300 m above sea level, with mountain vistas on every side. When you arrive, follow your leader to the shore of glistening Lake Bled, where many of the town’s attractions can be seen. After soaking in the sights with your group, you’ll have a free afternoon to choose your own route. For a taste of the local cuisine, try some Bled cake made of vanilla, custard, cream and pastry (many local cafes and cake shops claim theirs is the best, so if you must, maybe try a few and compare). After settling into your accommodation tonight, why not head out for a group dinner.

Included Activities:
-Bled - Lake Walk

Day 27: Bled

Location: Bled

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Today you have a free day to enjoy all the fun activities Bled has to offer (calling all nature lovers!) Maybe take a full-day adventure around Triglav Massive – there are many outdoor activities available here to get the blood pumping, such as rafting, caving, canoeing and swimming in the warmer months. Why not hire a bike and head out of town to Vintgar Gorge, where you can walk through a natural canyon. Perhaps explore Bled Castle, sitting atop the cliff overlooking the lake, or catch a pletna (small wooden boat) over to the island in the middle of the lake to ring the wishing bell. Your leader will have all the best options, so be sure to chat with them for their recommendations. If you’d prefer to have a relaxing day and the sun is out, maybe just enjoy the beauty of Lake Bled, find a quiet spot near the lake and spend the day reading or people-watching.

Optional Activities:
-Triglav National Park - River Rafting
-Triglav National Park - Bus and Cable Car Trip to Mt Vogel
-Triglav National Park - Emerald River Adventure (full day)
-Triglav National Park - Canyoning
-Bled - Mountain Bike Hire
-Bled - Pletna Boat Trip
-Bled - Castle

Day 28: Venice

Location: Venice

Accommodation: Hotel

This morning, travel to Venice. A city of canals, Venice is built over a hundred small islands connected by 400 bridges. When you arrive, head out for an orientation walk with your leader – the best way to see Venice is by foot – passing by the Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge, Palace of the Doge, Piazza San Marco and the Bridge of Sighs. There are shops, markets, galleries and churches around every corner here, so there’s plenty to explore. Tonight, what better to do than tuck into some iconic Italian cuisine (and maybe a big glass of vino?).

Optional Activities:
-Ca’ D’Oro - Galería Franchetti
-Venice - Accademia Gallery
-Venice - Chicchetti & Wine Tour of Venice Urban Adventure
-Venice - Gondola Ride
-Peggy Guggenheim Collection
-Venice - Doge's Palace & Bridge of Sighs
-Venice - St Mark's Basilica Treasury
-Venice - St Mark's Campanile

Day 29: Venice

Location: Venice

With no activities planned for today, you’re free to leave your accommodation at any time after checkout. That doesn’t mean your adventure has to end! Italy’s city of canals is an extraordinary place to see on foot, and if you’d like to spend an extra day or two exploring, just speak to your booking agent.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Hotel (19 nights), Hostel (7 nights), Guesthouse (2 nights)

  • Barcelona - Vermouth Aperitivo

  • Barcelona - Orientation Walk

  • Barcelona - Churros Snack

  • Girona - Orientation Walk near the Medieval Walls

  • Nimes - Half Day Trip

  • Avignon - Market Visit and Snack

  • Beaune - Orientation Walk

  • Paris - Orientation Walk

  • Brussels - Belgium Fries Snack

  • Antwerp - Half Day Visit

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What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • International Travel

Included Activities

Budapest - Market Visit and Picnic

Transport

TRANSPORT IN EUROPEHalf the fun of travel is the travelling itself, that's why we like to travel the local way – whether that means mingling with commuters on a local train, watching the scenery roll by from the window of a long distance bus, arriving on a high speed train in the city centre of your next destination, or navigating each city's public transport system. In Europe, you are guaranteed to travel by genuine local public transport wherever possible, which puts you right in the centre of the action.EUROPEAN TRAINSThe primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Train travel is a fast way to traverse long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right into the city centre. Trains are comfortable and often decked out with air-conditioning, toilets, a snack bar (or vending machine) and power points.PUBLIC BUSESThis trip covers some distances by public buses. Buses in Central Europe can range from high standard coaches with reclining seats and air-conditioning to Soviet era vehicles for shorter distances.

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.OCCASIONAL ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATIONThe style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline. On rare occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our usual accommodation. A similar standard of accommodation will be used in these instances.CHECK-IN TIMEThroughout the trip we request that our hotels prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination.PRE/POST TRIP ACCOMMODATIONIf you've purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights.FACILITIESYour accommodation may not always have private en suite facilities or air-conditioning. European hotels generally don't provide kettles or fridges.

Important Information

1. A single supplement is not available on this trip.

Mode of Transport

TRANSPORT IN EUROPEHalf the fun of travel is the travelling itself, that's why we like to travel the local way – whether that means mingling with commuters on a local train, watching the scenery roll by from the window of a long distance bus, arriving on a high speed train in the city centre of your next destination, or navigating each city's public transport system. In Europe, you are guaranteed to travel by genuine local public transport wherever possible, which puts you right in the centre of the action.EUROPEAN TRAINSThe primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Train travel is a fast way to traverse long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right into the city centre. Trains are comfortable and often decked out with air-conditioning, toilets, a snack bar (or vending machine) and power points.PUBLIC BUSESThis trip covers some distances by public buses. Buses in Central Europe can range from high standard coaches with reclining seats and air-conditioning to Soviet era vehicles for shorter distances.OVERNIGHT SLEEPER TRAINSOvernight trains in Europe are a comfortable way to travel from one city to another without losing valuable time to explore the destinations. Compartments usually consist of 4 berths (2 bottom bunks and 2 top bunks) with lockable doors, communal bathroom facilities at the end of each carriage (sink and toilet), and plenty of space for luggage. All trains have heating for the colder times of year, however they generally do not have air-conditioning, and windows can't be opened.

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has a mix of included activities and free time when your leader will offer suggestions. Please budget spending money for optional activities you want to partake in. We recommend booking tickets one month in advance for any optional activities that require pre-booking.

    As accommodation on this trip is twin-share, solo travellers will share a room with other travellers of the same gender. Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be small and in some cases bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite.

    Summer temperatures can be very high in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water. Please keep in mind that many European hotel rooms are not equipped with air-conditioning. In Winter, warm waterproof layers will be needed as snow and rain can be expected. Carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.

    The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right into the city centre. They are comfortable and all have toilets, however they can get busy. You'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find specifics under ‘Packing’ in the Essential Trip Information.

    The best way to experience a city is by doing as the locals do – and in this case that means using public transport such as trams, buses or metro at some locations. It’s better for the environment and you’ll get an authentic look at daily life; just be aware you may find yourself sharing a busy bus ride with local commuters or running up the stairs at a metro station.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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