From Rome to Munich and Paris, experience Europe’s most breathtaking sights and vibrant cities in an exhilarating, action-packed 10-day adventure!
Experience world-famous sights on this top-rated 10-day Europe tour! Start in Rome and explore France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium. Cruise Venice canals, see the Eiffel Tower, journey through the Alps, taste traditional cuisine and soak up local culture. This action-packed adventure covers Europe’s greatest hits!
Hotel in Rome
Hotel in Rome
9 Nights, (3 & 4 star hotels)
9 Nights
(3 & 4 star hotels)
9 Breakfasts | 5 Dinners
9 Breakfasts
5 Dinners
Air-conditioned coach
Air-conditioned coach
Fully-guided tour
Fully-guided tour
Hotel in Rome | 07:30 AM
Hotel in Rome | 07:30 PM
Welcome to the Europe Highlights tour! Travel from Rome to Venice through majestic Italian landscapes which never fail to impress. Arrive and discover iconic landmarks like St. Mark’s Square and the Grand Canal. This evening, join the optional Evening in Venice excursion for a twilight water taxi cruise, gondola ride and dinner at a local restaurant.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Arrivederci, for now Italy! Head north through spectacular countryside. Admire the breathtaking Brenner Pass before stopping in Innsbruck, Austria, for an orientation tour and free time. Continue to Munich in Germany’s beautiful Bavaria region. Embark on a city tour and enjoy a delicious three-course Bavarian dinner at a historic local restaurant.
Cross spectacular mountain passes and experience some amazing mountain vistas en route to Austria.
Cross spectacular mountain passes and experience some amazing mountain vistas en route to Austria.
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.
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.
Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Munich and visit top sights including Marienplatz, Frauenkirche, Residenz, Viktualienmarkt and Kaufingerstraße.
Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Munich and visit top sights including Marienplatz, Frauenkirche, Residenz, Viktualienmarkt and Kaufingerstraße.
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.
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.
Today, head to one of the most picturesque sections of the Rhine River. Arrive in the Rhine Valley and relax onboard a riverboat as it travels past vineyards, charming medieval towns and lofty cliffs. Afterwards, visit a local wine merchant for a wine tasting. If the harvest has been good, try eiswein (ice wine)!
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.
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.
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.
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.
En route to Amsterdam, travel through the Dutch countryside. Enjoy a photo stop at the Riekermolen windmill. Then, indulge in a cheese and clog-making display - and sample delicious local cheeses! Arrive in Amsterdam this afternoon and enjoy free time before embarking on a twilight canal cruise. Afterwards, look forward to an included dinner at a local restaurant.
Travel through the Dutch countryside and enjoy a photo stop at an iconic Dutch windmill.
Travel through the Dutch countryside and enjoy a photo stop at an iconic Dutch windmill.
See how these traditional shoes are made by hand, and taste Dutch cheese. Purchase some unique and authentic Dutch souvenirs during the visit!
See how these traditional shoes are made by hand, and taste Dutch cheese. Purchase some unique and authentic Dutch souvenirs during the visit!
Cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals. Enjoy a unique way of sightseeing while you admire the city’s top landmarks from its beloved waterways.
Cruise through Amsterdam’s iconic canals. Enjoy a unique way of sightseeing while you admire the city’s top landmarks from its beloved waterways.
Today, head to the Belgian city of Ghent. This picturesque cultural hub is known for its remarkable medieval architecture. Later, travel to Paris, the ‘City of Lights’! Embark on a driving tour and get your cameras ready for the city’s most treasured landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe! Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening.
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!
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!
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!
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!
Enjoy a free day to explore all this magical city has to offer. Join the Paris Like Locals excursion for a day full of unique Parisian experiences. These include a macaron tasting, a parfumerie tour and a visit to the Latin Quarter! This evening, choose to explore the stunning Montmartre neighbourhood and watch an exciting cabaret show!
Explore the many highlights of Paris! Stroll among top attractions, taste macarons, smell perfume, discover the Latin Quarter and more.
Explore the many highlights of Paris! Stroll among top attractions, taste macarons, smell perfume, discover the Latin Quarter and more.
Be amazed by colours, costumes and cancan at one of Paris’ top cabaret venues!
Be amazed by colours, costumes and cancan at one of Paris’ top cabaret venues!
Explore the vibrant Montmartre neighbourhood by night! See the Moulin Rouge and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and indulge in a three-course French dinner.
Explore the vibrant Montmartre neighbourhood by night! See the Moulin Rouge and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and indulge in a three-course French dinner.
Say Au revoir Paris and get a taste of small-town France with a lunch stop in Beaune, Burgundy. Visit the beautiful Hospices de Beaune or try local wine! Then, travel to the spectacular Swiss Alps. Surrounded by snow-capped peaks and clear-blue lakes, take in idyllic scenery at every angle. Settle into the hotel and enjoy an included dinner tonight.
Stop in Beaune, Burgundy’s UNESCO-listed wine capital. Enjoy free time to explore the medieval town or sample regional cuisine and wines.
Stop in Beaune, Burgundy’s UNESCO-listed wine capital. Enjoy free time to explore the medieval town or sample regional cuisine and wines.
Marvel at the spectacular views on a drive through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.
Marvel at the spectacular views on a drive through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.
The Swiss Alps have some of the highest peaks in the world! Take the opportunity to feel on top of the world at Jungfraujoch on this free day. Admire picture-perfect beauty all around, play in the year-round snow and look forward to endless photo opportunities. Why not warm up this evening with a delicious Swiss fondue dinner?
Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.
Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.
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?
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?
Head back towards Italy, stopping at the glamorous Lake Como. Fringed by picturesque scattered villages, it's not surprising that George Clooney owns a luxurious villa here. Then, it's onwards to the exquisite Tuscan region - famous for wine, food, art and architecture. Settle in Montecatini Terme and join tonight’s optional excursion to fully experience this gorgeous spa town!
This is one of the most beautiful and glamorous destinations in Italy! Lake Como is famous for its dramatic scenery and luxury resorts.
This is one of the most beautiful and glamorous destinations in Italy! Lake Como is famous for its dramatic scenery and luxury resorts.
Ride the Montecatini Funicular and admire the views of Montecatini Terme before enjoying a delicious, three-course Tuscan dinner.
Ride the Montecatini Funicular and admire the views of Montecatini Terme before enjoying a delicious, three-course Tuscan dinner.
This morning, capture photos at the UNESCO-listed Leaning Tower of Pisa! Then, head to Florence for a locally-guided walking tour. History oozes out of every pore of this artistic Renaissance city. Afterwards, join the Taste of Tuscany optional excursion to indulge in a delectable family-style meal. Finally, return to Rome to end the tour. Safe travels from Expat Explore!
Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!
Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!
Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.
Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.
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.
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.
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.
Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.
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.
See how these traditional shoes are made by hand, and taste Dutch cheese. Purchase some unique and authentic Dutch souvenirs during the visit!
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!
This tour is available in multiple options – choose your preferred option using the buttons below:
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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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.
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.
Explore the many highlights of Paris! Stroll among top attractions, taste macarons, smell perfume, discover the Latin Quarter and more.
Explore the vibrant Montmartre neighbourhood by night! See the Moulin Rouge and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and indulge in a three-course French dinner.
Be amazed by colours, costumes and cancan at one of Paris’ top cabaret venues!
Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.
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?
Ride the Montecatini Funicular and admire the views of Montecatini Terme before enjoying a delicious, three-course Tuscan dinner.
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.
If you are planning to travel a different year, please select here to view the relevant itinerary:
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
Price is based on a sharing twin room. Single room (optional).
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.
Great trip, tour leader and driver were exceptional (Andela & Bogdan), great experience! This was our second trip with Expat and I'm sure we'll book again.
Overall great trip with a very packed itinerary. It is fast paced and a lot time on the trip is spent on the tour bus, but still you have a good amount of time at each stop. The ad...
I really enjoyed traveling with Expat Explore in this Europe Highlights Tour. It was very organized and we didn't encounter any problem at all. Roma was a very knowledgeable and in...
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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.
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*.
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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.
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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.