Real Western Europe

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This 11-day tour covers all of Western Europe’s greatest hits. After getting to know sizzling Barcelona, travel by train past fields of lavender and sunflowers to Avignon, a quintessential French town. Munch baguettes and gaze at the Eiffel Tower – preferably at the same time – in Paris and discover oh-so-pretty canals, gooey cheese and bike culture in Amster...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • This trip covers some of the best food destinations in Europe. Snack on cured meats and olives in Barcelona; taste sophisticated French cuisine in Avignon and Paris; and sample gooey cheeses and Dutch-style fries in Amsterdam.
    • Enjoy free time in Paris to visit iconic sites, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, then learn about some of the city's best hidden gems for your knowledgeable leader.
    • Discover Antoni Gaudi's instantly recongisable whimsical style in Barcelona. Visit Casa Battlo, Parc Guell and his still unfinished masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia.
    • Explore Amsterdam the local way - from the seat of a bike. It's charming streets and oh-so-pretty canals are a delight to discover on two wheels.
    • Trendy Berlin is a fascinating mix of cutting-edge modernity and sobering history. Not to mention, a delicious food scene and non-stop nightlight. Discover its galleries, poignant memorials and historic sites including Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Wall, Reichstag building, Jewish memorial and Brandenburg Gate.

What's this trip about?

    This 11-day tour covers all of Western Europe’s greatest hits. After getting to know sizzling Barcelona, travel by train past fields of lavender and sunflowers to Avignon, a quintessential French town. Munch baguettes and gaze at the Eiffel Tower – preferably at the same time – in Paris and discover oh-so-pretty canals, gooey cheese and bike culture in Amsterdam before ending in trendy Berlin. Packed with plenty of free time to choose how you want to experience each destination and a knowledgeable local leader to provide plenty of useful tips, this trip offers just the right amount of structure for a truly unforgettable, tailor-made adventure.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 18 - 30's

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • Netherlands
  • Spain

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Avignon
  • Barcelona
  • Berlin
  • Eiffel Tower
  • Paris

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Travel Map

Day 1 Barcelona

Hola! Welcome to Barcelona. Your adventure kicks off with a welcoming meeting at 7 pm where you'll meet your tour leader and travel group. There are no other activities planned for today, but why not get to know your new travel crew a bit better after this important m...

Day 2 Barcelona

Today’s a free day to discover all Barcelona has to offer. This vibrant city truly has something for everyone. History buffs will want to explore the stories and shops contained in Barna’s atmospheric Gothic Quarter – don’t forget to rub the stone turtle by Casa de l’...

Day 3 Avignon

Say adios to Spain and bonjour to France as you travel to Avignon by train. It’s a scenic six-hour journey across the fields of Provence. Grab a window seat and make sure to have your camera handy as you travel past emerald vineyards, fields of lavender and sunflowers...

Day 4 Avignon

Enjoy a free day to explore the medieval heart and historic capital of Provence. After taking a stroll along its famous Saint-Benezet bridge (you may remember the children’s song ‘On the Bridge of Avignon’ or ‘Sur le Pont d’Avignon’), perhaps check out the centre of p...

Day 5 Paris

Hop back on the train this morning and travel north (three to four hours) to Paris. Whether you know it as the City of Love, the City of Light or just Paris, it’s nearly impossible to resist its charms. After checking into your hotel, you’re free to explore at your ow...

Day 6 Paris

Today is another free day to see Paris at your own pace. As there is so much to do here, it’s a good idea to have a plan. You could spend hours exploring its world-class museums – come face-to-face with the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo at the Louve or join ‘the Thinker...

Day 7 Amsterdam

Enjoy another half day to tick more items off your Paris to-do list before hopping a train bound for Amsterdam. This is your last chance to explore some of Paris’ ‘other’ museums, such as the Museum of Comparative Anatomy and Paleontology, which offers a window into 1...

Day 8 Amsterdam

Today is a free day to explore Amsterdam how you please. The best way to get around the city, is the local way – on a bike – and an optional half-day bike tour is a great way to get to know the city’s tangled network of canals, bridges and parks. Amsterdam is also spo...

Day 9 Amsterdam

Enjoy another free day to get to know Amsterdam. Perhaps dig deeper into Amsterdam’s history and pay a visit to Anne Frank’s house or check out the old city gate, De Waag. In-between sightseeing, make sure to sample some authentic Dutch cuisine. More than just wonderf...

Day 10 Berlin

Leave the Netherlands behind and hop a train bound for Berlin. It should take about six and a half hours to arrive to this constantly-changing German city. Evidence of its turbulent past are present everywhere you look. This is a city that was destroyed by World War I...

Day 11 Berlin

The trip comes to an end today after breakfast. As there is much to see and do here, we recommend that you book an extra couple of days in Berlin to give yourself more time to explore. Our reservations team can help (subject to availability).

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Price per day$259
Last Updated: 8/6/2019

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Our travelers have three styles of tour to choose from: Basix, Original and Comfort. Each has a different level of inclusions and accommodation, but all have unforgettable real life experiences as part of the package. Travellers can also choose themed trips, such as Family, Sailing or Food, to suit their interests.

Our group size has an average of just ten travellers, which allows us to get off the beaten track, use local accommodation and transport, and really get to know the culture. It also ensures we are contributing to the local economy; by choosing local suppliers we were able to keep AUD 60 million in local economies in 2012. We’re also working hard to reduce our carbon footprint and were the first in our sector to introduce carbon offset trips. This, along with our many corporate sustainability activities, has meant we’re one of the travel industry’s leaders in responsible travel.

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Intrepid Travel has come a long way since its beginnings in 1989. From two university friends, a typewriter and a kitchen desk, it is now a proud member of The Intrepid Group, taking over 100,000 travelers every year.

Intrepid Travel is part of The Intrepid Group of companies, alongside leading small group adventure companies Peregrine, Urban Adventures and PEAK DMC.

Despite growing into a global business with over 1,000 staff based all over the world and over 800 different trips across every continent, we’ve remained devoted to the same grassroots values and responsible travel philosophies that we had at the very beginning.

 

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Logistics

Accommodation

Hotel (8 nights),Basic hotel (2 nights),

Transportation & Flights

Train,Tram,Metro,

Transportation & flights

Train,Tram,Metro
Guides
All Intrepid group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced leader however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders. Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you were interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your leader can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. We require that, at a minimum, you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. When travelling on a trip, you won't be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance and the insurance company's 24 hour emergency contact number has been seen by your leader. If you have credit card insurance your group leader will require details of the participating insurer/underwriter, the level of coverage, policy number and emergency contact number rather than the bank's name and credit card details. Please contact your bank for these details prior to arriving in-country. http://www.intrepidtravel.com/insurance.php
Visa requirements
Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. Entry requirements can change at any time, so it's important that you check for the latest information. Please visit the relevant consular website of the country or countries you’re visiting for detailed and up-to-date visa information specific to your nationality. Your consultant will also be happy to point you in the right direction with acquiring visas. Visas can take several weeks to process, so familiarise yourself with any requirements as soon as you have booked your trip to allow for processing time. Australian, New Zealand, Canadian, US and British citizens currently do not require a visa to enter countries visited on this trip. Other nationalities should check with the relevant embassy or consulate in their home country for up to date visa information. Passports have to be carried, but normally you do not need to show them. Stamps are no longer issued at border crossings.
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
Finish point Moxy Berlin Ostbahnhof Andreasstrasse 76-78 Berlin GERMANY Phone: +49 30726218540
Trip ID
intrepid-ZMYW

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