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Europe Escape

Experience 7 European countries in 12 days! Explore top sights in Venice, Paris, Amsterdam, the Rhine Valley and beyond.

12 Days | 7 Countries
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Europe Escape

12 Days | 7 Countries

Summary

Discover 7 incredible countries on our flagship, 12-day Europe Escape tour which remains a traveller favourite! Experience the magic of Paris, the French countryside and the Swiss Alps. Explore Pisa, Rome, Florence and Venice. Admire the beauty of Austria and Germany before soaking up Amsterdam’s vibrant atmosphere.

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Tour Overview

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Hotel in Rome

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Hotel in Rome

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11 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)

11 Nights

(3 & 4 star hotels)

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11 Breakfasts | 6 Dinners

11 Breakfasts

6 Dinners

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Air-conditioned Coach

Air-conditioned Coach

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Fully Guided Tour

Fully Guided Tour

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Itinerary

Start Point Icon Start Point

Hotel in Rome | 07:30 AM

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Hotel in Rome | 10:00 AM

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Meet your tour leader and group before journeying from Rome to Venice. Arrive in Italy’s floating city and look forward to a free evening to explore. Why not explore Venice the traditional way - from the canals? Join the An Evening in Venice optional excursion to see Venice from a new perspective with a water taxi and gondola ride!

Experiences:
Included
Explore Venice

Experience the magic of Venice, Italy’s floating city. Visit must-see sights like St Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Market, and more for an unforgettable experience.

Included
Explore Venice

Experience the magic of Venice, Italy’s floating city. Visit must-see sights like St Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Market, and more for an unforgettable experience.

Optional
An Evening in Venice

Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.

Optional
An Evening in Venice

Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.

hotelHotel Venezia (or similar)
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Arrivederci for now, Italy! Enjoy scenic views through the Brenner Pass to Innsbruck, Austria. Explore this charming town set against an incredible mountain backdrop, and visit the Swarovski store before continuing to Munich. Discover Bavaria’s capital on an orientation tour. Then, savour a three-course German dinner in a historic restaurant.

mealsBreakfast, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
Enjoy a scenic drive along Brenner Pass

Cross spectacular mountain passes and experience some amazing mountain vistas en route to Austria.

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Enjoy a scenic drive along Brenner Pass

Cross spectacular mountain passes and experience some amazing mountain vistas en route to Austria.

Included
Visit Innsbruck

Enjoy a comfort stop and orientation tour in this beautiful Austrian city that lies in a valley between high mountains, making for an incredible backdrop.

Included
Visit Innsbruck

Enjoy a comfort stop and orientation tour in this beautiful Austrian city that lies in a valley between high mountains, making for an incredible backdrop.

Included
Embark on Munich orientation tour

Explore Munich with your tour leader. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful Bavarian city and see highlights like Karlsplatz and Marienplatz.

Included
Embark on Munich orientation tour

Explore Munich with your tour leader. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful Bavarian city and see highlights like Karlsplatz and Marienplatz.

Included
Enjoy dinner in a historic Bavarian restaurant

Munich welcomes you with a delicious, three-course German dinner at a local restaurant. Indulge in traditional dishes like pork knuckle (eisbein). Vegetarian options available.

Included
Enjoy dinner in a historic Bavarian restaurant

Munich welcomes you with a delicious, three-course German dinner at a local restaurant. Indulge in traditional dishes like pork knuckle (eisbein). Vegetarian options available.

hotelMercure Hotel Muenchen Neuperlach Sued (or similar)
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Travel towards the majestic Rhine Valley. Upon arrival, set sail on a riverboat and cruise towards tonight’s accommodation. This picturesque region boasts Europe’s most concentrated stretch of castles! After, visit a local wine merchant for an included wine tasting. If available, try eiswein, a dessert wine made in small quantities from grapes harvested in freezing temperatures.

mealsBreakfast, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
Cruise along the Rhine River

Admire beautiful scenery and the largest concentration of gothic castles (Sterrenberg, Liebestein, Katz and Fortress Rheinfels) in Europe on a cruise along the Rhine River.

Included
Cruise along the Rhine River

Admire beautiful scenery and the largest concentration of gothic castles (Sterrenberg, Liebestein, Katz and Fortress Rheinfels) in Europe on a cruise along the Rhine River.

Included
Indulge in a Rhine Valley wine tasting

Visit a local wine merchant in this famous wine region, and sample German wine varietals. You may even get to try eiswein, a rare dessert wine.

Included
Indulge in a Rhine Valley wine tasting

Visit a local wine merchant in this famous wine region, and sample German wine varietals. You may even get to try eiswein, a rare dessert wine.

hotelWyndam Garden Koblenz (or similar)
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Continue to the Netherlands this morning. In the Dutch countryside, discover three Dutch icons - cheese, clogs and windmills! Snap photos at Riekermolen windmill and learn how Dutch cheese and clogs are made. Later, arrive in Amsterdam and enjoy a twilight canal cruise with an audio guide. End the day with dinner at a local restaurant and free time to explore.

mealsBreakfast, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
Visit the iconic Riekermolen windmill

Travel through the Dutch countryside and enjoy a photo stop at an iconic Dutch windmill.

Included
Visit the iconic Riekermolen windmill

Travel through the Dutch countryside and enjoy a photo stop at an iconic Dutch windmill.

Included
Enjoy a cheese and clogs demonstration

See how these traditional shoes are made by hand, and taste Dutch cheese. Purchase some unique and authentic Dutch souvenirs during the visit!

Included
Enjoy a cheese and clogs demonstration

See how these traditional shoes are made by hand, and taste Dutch cheese. Purchase some unique and authentic Dutch souvenirs during the visit!

Included
Cruise along the Amsterdam canals

Cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals. Enjoy a unique way of sightseeing while you admire the city’s top landmarks from its beloved waterways.

Included
Cruise along the Amsterdam canals

Cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals. Enjoy a unique way of sightseeing while you admire the city’s top landmarks from its beloved waterways.

hotelHampton by Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol (or similar)
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Bid vaarwel to the Netherlands and travel to Ghent, a charming Belgian city known for its medieval architecture and cobbled streets. Sample a Belgian waffle or pick up some delicious local chocolate before continuing to Paris. Arrive in the City of Lights and enjoy a driving tour of iconic Parisian landmarks before a delicious French dinner.

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Experiences:
Included
Visit Ghent

Look forward to free time in this Belgian port city which enchants with its medieval market squares. Take this opportunity to taste authentic Belgian cuisine!

Included
Visit Ghent

Look forward to free time in this Belgian port city which enchants with its medieval market squares. Take this opportunity to taste authentic Belgian cuisine!

Included
Embark on a driving tour of Paris

Take a guided drive through Paris, spotting iconic sights like L’Opéra Garnier, the Tuileries Gardens, the Seine, Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and more!

Included
Embark on a driving tour of Paris

Take a guided drive through Paris, spotting iconic sights like L’Opéra Garnier, the Tuileries Gardens, the Seine, Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and more!

hotelB&B HOTEL Paris Nord 18ème (or similar)
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Enjoy a full free day in Paris! Explore at your own pace or join the Paris Like Locals excursion for a macaron tasting, parfumerie visit, Latin Quarter stroll and more. In the evening, experience the charm of Montmartre, home to the Moulin Rouge, or opt to enjoy a classic Parisian cabaret show.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Optional
Paris Like Locals

Explore the many highlights of Paris! Stroll among top attractions, taste macarons, smell perfume, discover the Latin Quarter and more.

Optional
Paris Like Locals

Explore the many highlights of Paris! Stroll among top attractions, taste macarons, smell perfume, discover the Latin Quarter and more.

Optional
Parisian Cabaret with drinks

Be amazed by colours, costumes and cancan at one of Paris’ top cabaret venues!

Optional
Parisian Cabaret with drinks

Be amazed by colours, costumes and cancan at one of Paris’ top cabaret venues!

Optional
An Evening in Montmartre

Explore the vibrant Montmartre neighbourhood by night! See the Moulin Rouge and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and indulge in a three-course French dinner.

Optional
An Evening in Montmartre

Explore the vibrant Montmartre neighbourhood by night! See the Moulin Rouge and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and indulge in a three-course French dinner.

hotelB&B HOTEL Paris Nord 18ème (or similar)
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Say “au revoir” to Paris and head to Burgundy, a famous French wine region. Stop in Beaune to explore the historic Hospices de Beaune or sample local wine. After free time for lunch, journey through stunning scenery into the Swiss Alps. Settle in for two nights surrounded by mountain views and enjoy dinner at the hotel tonight.

mealsBreakfast, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
Visit Beaune in Burgundy

Stop in Beaune, Burgundy’s UNESCO-listed wine capital. Enjoy free time to explore the medieval town or sample regional cuisine and wines.

Included
Visit Beaune in Burgundy

Stop in Beaune, Burgundy’s UNESCO-listed wine capital. Enjoy free time to explore the medieval town or sample regional cuisine and wines.

Included
Enjoy a scenic Swiss Mountain Drive

Marvel at the spectacular views on a drive through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.

Included
Enjoy a scenic Swiss Mountain Drive

Marvel at the spectacular views on a drive through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.

hotelAlpenrose Hotel and Gardens (or similar)
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Today offers a free day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps! Choose to join the unmissable Jungfraujoch excursion and travel to Europe’s highest train station. Experience year-round snow, epic views, and an ice palace carved into a glacier! Alternatively, explore local villages on your own. This evening, opt for a cozy fondue dinner to end the day.

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Experiences:
Optional
Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe

Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.

Optional
Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe

Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.

Optional
Swiss Fondue Dinner

Get an authentic taste of Switzerland and warm up with an authentic Swiss fondue dinner! Is there anything better than a pot of melted cheese?

Optional
Swiss Fondue Dinner

Get an authentic taste of Switzerland and warm up with an authentic Swiss fondue dinner! Is there anything better than a pot of melted cheese?

hotelAlpenrose Hotel and Gardens (or similar)
Famous luxury villa Monastero stunning botanical garden decorated with mediterranean oleander flowers lake Como Varenna

Take in final Alpine views before heading to Italy. Stop at the luxurious Lake Como to admire its crystal-clear waters and surrounding mountains during lunchtime. Then, continue to Montecatini Terme, a charming Tuscan spa town. This evening, opt for the Evening in Montecatini excursion. Enjoy a funicular ride featuring fantastic views and indulge in a traditional Tuscan dinner.

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Experiences:
Included
Visit the picturesque Lake Como

This is one of the most beautiful and glamorous destinations in Italy! Lake Como is famous for its dramatic scenery and luxury resorts.

Included
Visit the picturesque Lake Como

This is one of the most beautiful and glamorous destinations in Italy! Lake Como is famous for its dramatic scenery and luxury resorts.

Optional
An Evening in Montecatini

Ride the Montecatini Funicular and admire the views of Montecatini Terme before enjoying a delicious, three-course Tuscan dinner.

Optional
An Evening in Montecatini

Ride the Montecatini Funicular and admire the views of Montecatini Terme before enjoying a delicious, three-course Tuscan dinner.

hotelHotel Terme Pellegrini (or similar)
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Begin the day with a visit to the legendary Leaning Tower of Pisa for some memorable photos. Then, explore Florence on a walking tour with a local guide, followed by a visit to a leather and gold shop. Enjoy free time or join an optional, family-style Tuscan lunch before returning to Rome. Enjoy an included dinner tonight.

mealsBreakfast, Dinner
Experiences:
Included
See the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!

Included
See the Leaning Tower of Pisa

Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!

Included
Discover Florence with a local guide

Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.

Included
Discover Florence with a local guide

Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.

Optional
Taste of Tuscany

Get a true taste of Tuscany with this culinary experience in Florence! Sit down for a family-style meal and indulge in classic Tuscan dishes.

Optional
Taste of Tuscany

Get a true taste of Tuscany with this culinary experience in Florence! Sit down for a family-style meal and indulge in classic Tuscan dishes.

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Explore the “Eternal City” to your heart's content today! Join optional guided tours of the Colosseum and Roman Forum or the Vatican museums! Why not do both for a fascinating insight into Rome’s artistic and ancient heritage? In the evening, opt to explore Trastevere and savour a delicious Roman dinner in this charming neighbourhood.

mealsBreakfast
Experiences:
Optional
Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour

Delve into ancient Rome. Take a locally guided walking tour of the awe-inspiring Colosseum and visit the ruins of the ancient Roman Forum. 

Optional
Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour

Delve into ancient Rome. Take a locally guided walking tour of the awe-inspiring Colosseum and visit the ruins of the ancient Roman Forum. 

Optional
Vatican Museums Guided Tour

Visit the smallest country in the world, skip the lines and be mesmerised by the artistic masterpieces in the Vatican Museums and on a guided tour!

Optional
Vatican Museums Guided Tour

Visit the smallest country in the world, skip the lines and be mesmerised by the artistic masterpieces in the Vatican Museums and on a guided tour!

Optional
Eternal Rome

Discover Rome’s ancient and artistic wonders! Tour the legendary Colosseum & Roman Forum and explore the magnificent Vatican Museums.

Optional
Eternal Rome

Discover Rome’s ancient and artistic wonders! Tour the legendary Colosseum & Roman Forum and explore the magnificent Vatican Museums.

Optional
An Evening in Trastevere

Discover the colourful neighbourhood of Trastevere. Indulge in delicious Roman cuisine and see some of the area’s historic sights.

Optional
An Evening in Trastevere

Discover the colourful neighbourhood of Trastevere. Indulge in delicious Roman cuisine and see some of the area’s historic sights.

hotelExcel Roma Montemario (or similar)
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Your 12-day Europe Escape adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. Be sure to exchange details with your fellow travellers! A great way to stay in touch and to constantly relive the memories of the adventure with each other is to join your tour’s Facebook group. Expat Explore wishes you a safe journey onwards!

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Tour Highlights

Optional Experience
An Evening in Venice
An Evening in Venice

Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.

Optional Experience
Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe
Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe

Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.

Included Experience
Cruise along the Rhine River
Cruise along the Rhine River

Admire beautiful scenery and the largest concentration of gothic castles (Sterrenberg, Liebestein, Katz and Fortress Rheinfels) in Europe on a cruise along the Rhine River.

Included Experience
Enjoy a cheese and clogs demonstration
Enjoy a cheese and clogs demonstration

See how these traditional shoes are made by hand, and taste Dutch cheese. Purchase some unique and authentic Dutch souvenirs during the visit!

Optional Experience
Eternal Rome
Eternal Rome

Discover Rome’s ancient and artistic wonders! Tour the legendary Colosseum & Roman Forum and explore the magnificent Vatican Museums.

Choose your preferred itinerary option

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Europe Escape tour

This tour starts and ends in Rome, and includes 2 nights accommodation in Rome. This option is ideal for travellers who want to experience Rome as it includes a full free day to explore. The rest of the itinerary is the same as the Europe Highlights tour.

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17 Included Experiences!

  • Explore Venice
  • Enjoy a scenic drive along Brenner Pass
  • Visit Innsbruck
  • Embark on Munich orientation tour
  • Enjoy dinner in a historic Bavarian restaurant
  • Cruise along the Rhine River
  • Indulge in a Rhine Valley wine tasting
  • Visit the iconic Riekermolen windmill
  • Enjoy a cheese and clogs demonstration
  • Cruise along the Amsterdam canals
  • Visit Ghent
  • Embark on a driving tour of Paris
  • Visit Beaune in Burgundy
  • Enjoy a scenic Swiss Mountain Drive
  • Visit the picturesque Lake Como
  • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Discover Florence with a local guide

Optional Experiences

Enhance your tour with these carefully selected optional experiences. Each one is designed to add depth and excitement to your journey, allowing you to customize your adventure according to your interests.

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An Evening in Venice€125

Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.

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Paris Like Locals€70

Explore the many highlights of Paris! Stroll among top attractions, taste macarons, smell perfume, discover the Latin Quarter and more.

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Parisian Cabaret with drinks€90

Be amazed by colours, costumes and cancan at one of Paris’ top cabaret venues!

Book On Tour
An Evening in Montmartre€50

Explore the vibrant Montmartre neighbourhood by night! See the Moulin Rouge and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and indulge in a three-course French dinner.

Book On Tour
Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe€225

Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.

Book On Tour
Swiss Fondue Dinner€50

Get an authentic taste of Switzerland and warm up with an authentic Swiss fondue dinner! Is there anything better than a pot of melted cheese?

Book On Tour
An Evening in Montecatini€50

Ride the Montecatini Funicular and admire the views of Montecatini Terme before enjoying a delicious, three-course Tuscan dinner.

Book On Tour
Taste of Tuscany€55

Get a true taste of Tuscany with this culinary experience in Florence! Sit down for a family-style meal and indulge in classic Tuscan dishes.

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Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour€85

Delve into ancient Rome. Take a locally guided walking tour of the awe-inspiring Colosseum and visit the ruins of the ancient Roman Forum. 

Pre-Book
Vatican Museums Guided Tour€85

Visit the smallest country in the world, skip the lines and be mesmerised by the artistic masterpieces in the Vatican Museums and on a guided tour!

Pre-Book
Eternal Rome€160

Discover Rome’s ancient and artistic wonders! Tour the legendary Colosseum & Roman Forum and explore the magnificent Vatican Museums.

Book On Tour
An Evening in Trastevere€50

Discover the colourful neighbourhood of Trastevere. Indulge in delicious Roman cuisine and see some of the area’s historic sights.

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Standard Tour Cost US$2,735
Total Price US$2,735

Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

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Standard Tour Cost US$2,855
Total Price US$2,855

Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).

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Full payment is required on tours starting within the next 60 days

Accommodation

We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard. 

A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Rome, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.

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Simply Incredible

Since this was my first coach tour, I did not know what to expect. Was unsure about being on a bus with strangers for 12 days. Turns out all those strangers are now "my family". Ha...

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The experience of a lifetime

All in all this is a trip I will never forget. Alongside the tour guide, the driver and all of the amazing guests on our trip this was definitely worth it.

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The Magic of Christmas and New Year's in Europe

This was one of the best tours I've ever taken. Our Tour Leader PK was the best part of the trip. He kept things lively and fun no matter what we were doing, and the time flew by...

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Note: As the 22 December 2025 departure date takes place over the festive season, the itinerary will feature special festive experiences! Click here to view.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting destination for the first day of your tour. Make sure you keep departure times and possible delays in mind when booking flights. Please click here to visit Skyscanner - a useful tool for comparing prices from the vast majority of airlines.

When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to. 

If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking.

If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.

Yes, and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance. Passengers and their personal property travel with Expat Explore solely at their own risk. A suitable insurance policy should provide adequate cover for medical expenses arising through illness or accident prior to or during the holiday, and loss of holiday monies through cancellation or curtailment of the holiday or other insurable reasons. Clients should ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for the type of activities in their tour. 

For a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with the peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries. To receive a quote from our preferred travel insurance partner please visit World Nomads*.

For more information on what to look for in a travel insurance policy, click here.

While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we have partnered with Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. 

If you would like to receive the hotel list in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel, please request this by sending an email to info@expatexplore.com with your booking reference.

Expat Explore can provide travellers requiring visas with visa support documents on a request basis. Please note that you are required to pay for your tour in full in order to receive the documents. This is an embassy/consulate requirement by law. Once you have received confirmation that your booking has been paid in full, you can request your visa support documents by emailing info@expatexplore.com - please allow up to 10 working days to receive these documents.

All travellers are required to carry their own bags. Our walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down stairs. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.

Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email for consideration. Expat Explore reserves the absolute right to accept or decline a booking at our discretion.

Your deposit secures your spot on tour and locks in the price you pay. Although the deposit you pay at the time of booking is non-refundable, you're protected by our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee – a full refund if you cancel within 10 days of making your booking.

For more information, please refer to the 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee in our Terms & Conditions.

Before the tour starts, you will receive an email from us requesting your dietary requirements. There is always a vegetarian option available. We try as much as we can to offer you the traditional local cuisine.

No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting point for the first day of your tour. We have partnered with Welcome Pickups to secure a hassle-free service. You will be met at the arrivals gate by your driver. Your driver will track your flight, so they'll wait for you even if it's delayed. Please click here to book an airport transfer.

This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tours specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.