Western Europe Rail Tour
Western Europe Rail Tour
Western Europe Rail Tour
15 Days Starting in Venice and ending in London
Visiting: Venice, Rome, Florence, Nice, Barcelona, Paris, London
Tour operator:
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
5 - 20
Age range:
18 - 35 year olds
Special diets catered:
Meat, Vegetarians, Vegans
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Our group trips are the perfect way to explore Europe in a safe, sociable and authentic way. Travel with your group and tour leader via public transport and stay in top rated local hostels. There’ll be several unmissable activities which are included in your price – but there will also be other optional activities on offer. We’ve also included a few free days throughout your trip, so that you can chill out and do whatever you fancy!
Your tour leader will be an experienced traveler who has spent time in all of the cities on your route, making them the perfect guide to the fantastic destinations you’ll visit.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Show Time!
Location: Venice, Venice
Accommodation: Hostel
After much anticipation and excitement, it's finally the day of your tour! You'll meet the tour leader at the hostel at 17:00, before getting acquainted with the rest of the group.
Day 2 : Exploring The Islands
Location: Venice, Venice
Accommodation: Hostel
Your first full day on tour - you'll get to know the rest of the group a little better by visiting the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. Tomorrow you'll be off to Rome, so spend the rest of your evening seeing what you haven't yet - or squeeze in another aperitivo, or two.
Day 3 : Ciao, Roma!
Location: Rome, Rome
Accommodation: Hostel
Head South to Rome, the country's capital, where you'll stay for 2 nights. There's an endless amount of things to see and do here. Simply wander the streets, eat some home-made pasta, or drink from the fountain outside the Spanish steps!
Day 4 : Roaming Rome
Location: Rome, Rome
Accommodation: Hostel
Start off the day with your included activity - the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Get ready to soak up and marvel at the jaw-dropping art and history! You'll then have the rest of the day free. Don't miss the Colosseum and Roman Forum, these tickets sell out pretty quick, so make sure you book these in advance!
Day 5 : Next Stop, Florence
Location: Florence, Florence
Accommodation: Hostel
Next, you'll be travelling to Florence and staying for 2 nights. this city is the epicenter of art history (even some supermarkets hold treasured art pieces!). Your first day there could be spent exploring the gardens of Bobilli, or the Basilica of Santa Maria Novella, or simply strolling through the endless streets. When you're hungry, you can grab a bite to eat at Central Market, a large indoor food market serving everything from fresh handmade pasta to vegan poke bowls. This place does not disappoint!
Day 6 : Fancy A Wine Tour?
Location: Florence, Florence
Accommodation: Hostel
The included activity for Florence is a Chianti Wine Tour. The group will head out in the afternoon and spend a few hours there admiring the beautiful vineyard and green scenery. Return in the late evening and feel like an Italian wine conossiour! The rest of the time there is yours - we recommend watching the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo, where there's usually some jazzy live music.
Day 7 : The French Riviera
Location: Nice, Nice
Accommodation: Hostel
After your Italian escape, the group will travel to Nice, on the French Riviera, and enjoy 3 lively nights here! Start off your stay here by roaming the glamorous streets and endless high-end shops. Admire the beautiful colourful French buildings as you pass them...you can't see this anywhere else.
Day 8 : Scuba Time!
Location: Nice, Nice
Accommodation: Hostel
The next day you'll have the morning free, then its scuba diving time! You'll be taken on a boat around 40 minutes from the Port, where you'll get your gear on and go swimming with the fish in the coral reef. This is truly a unique experience. You'll have the rest of the evening free to relax with some French wine.
Day 9 : Soak Up The Sunshine In Nice
Location: Nice, Nice
Accommodation: Hostel
Enjoy your final day in this glamorous city by basking in the sunshine on one of the many beaches. End your stay dancing on the tables in Wayne's Bar, before heading to Barcelona the next morning.
Day 10 : Bon Dia, Barcelona!
Location: Barcelona, Barcelona
Accommodation: Hostel
Bon dia, Barcelona! You'll arrive in the late afternoon, which gives you time to recharge with some obligatory tapas! Venture down Las Ramblas or to the Gothic Quarter to see the most lively parts!
Day 11 : Chef's Kiss
Location: Barcelona, Barcelona
Accommodation: Hostel
Hasn't everyone always wanted to cook good traditional tapas for themselves? Well today you're going to learn how from a Spanish chef! The group's activity will be a tapas cooking class in the afternoon, then the rest of the day is yours to explore the Catalan Capital however you like. Seek out Gaudi's many buildings, take the cable cars up to Montjuic Castle, or simply stroll through the parks.
Day 12 : Free Day In Barcelona
Location: Barcelona, Barcelona
Accommodation: Hostel
Make the most of your final day in Barcelona. Explore the huge flea, food and street markets, walk along the Barceloneta coast - or maybe even consider a day trip to Girona or Montserrat if you fancy getting out of the big city!
Day 13 : On To The 'City Of Lights'
Location: Paris, Paris
Accommodation: Hostel
Wave goodbye to Barcelona, as you travel to your eleventh and final destination; Paris! This city is one of the most famous in the world for a reason, the food, art, culture and nightlife are like no other.
Day 14 : The Final Day Of The Tour
Location: Paris, Paris
Accommodation: Hostel
Your last included activity is a group trip up the Montparnasse Tower, where you can enjoy 360 views of the city, and a drink on the terrace. Spend the rest of the day however you like, you could visit the world famous Louvre, or the stunning Arc de Triumph. End your day watching the glistening light show on the Eiffel Tower before saying au revoir to your fellow travellers and the trip of a lifetime.
Day 15 : Home Time
Location: London, London
Head back to London St Pancras with the group, where your trip will come to an end. The exact time of return will be confirmed to you prior to your group tour, so you're able to book your onward travel.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Shared Hostel Dorm in each city you visit
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Fully Guided
Experience Euroventure Tour Leader throughout
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Meals
Some breakfasts depending on the city
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Transport
All train tickets and seat reservations where available between all cities on the itinerary
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Activities
One must-do activity in each destination as per the itinerary.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Any flights or travel to and from the first and last destination on the itinerary
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Meals
Most meals and all drinks
Mode of Transport
Trains throughout with the exception of one journey by coach. Trains are the best way to travel Europe as they are comfortable, scenic, fast, and take you from city centre to city centre. You don't need to check-in early and there is no baggage limit!
Accommodation
You will be staying in some of the best boutique hostels in Europe, in dormitories sharing with other travellers. Hostels have great facilities and are sociable places to meet other travellers,
Check out our Q&As
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No - we can however provide visa support letters for £6 per hostel.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
They'll be plenty of walking but nothing too exerting!
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Sadly not. We require at least 30 days' notice before you can join any tour, so we have enough time to arrange everything and make sure your trip runs smoothly.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Since the 6th February 2020, Euroventure has been operating as a carbon negative business – this means that we not only offset the carbon that our staff and trips produce, but we have reduced it by 200%, ensuring that we make a positive contribution towards the environment.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We'll be in touch around 4 weeks before your trip, with a request for you to complete a couple of forms for us. From there, we'll provide your PDF travel pack and information about your meeting point, before you will be put in contact with your dedicated tour leader around a week before your departure date.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Your trip becomes non-refundable and non-amendable within 90 days of your trip starting. If you need to change before that, please get in touch and we'll see what we can do to help. Your deposit remains non-refundable in such an event.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been operating for 10 years now, since 2012!
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
On our Backpacking Group Tours everyone on the tour will be aged between 18 - 35, plus one of our experienced and fun tour leaders! On our Premium Group Tours, everyone will be aged 18+ and the average age is 50+. You’ll be traveling in a small group of up to 20 people and your tour leader.
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Euroventure Travel requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of euroventure travel charges.
Up to 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 89 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.