Great European Route, Ending in Budapest +i (2027)
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Great European Route, Ending in Budapest +i (2027)

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2 Adults
Nights 19
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Destinations 22

Madrid

Welcome! Upon arrival, we’ll provide a transfer to the hotel, where you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll receive information about the start of your tour, either in person or through the information signs located at the hotel reception.

Madrid

Today, we’ll begin with a panoramic tour of MADRID, exploring the lively city center, the beautiful Plaza Mayor, and its grand avenues and fountains. During the tour, we’ll also stroll through the gorgeous Retiro Park, an oasis in the heart of Madrid featuring elegant fountains, scenic promenades, and lush gardens. Additionally, we’ll include admission to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium home of Real Madrid, considered by many to be the best football club in the world. You’ll have free time in the afternoon. In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Plaza Mayor.

Madrid - San Sebastián - Bordeaux

We will head towards the regions of Castile and the Basque Country. In SAN SEBASTIÁN, we’ll be able to stroll along La Concha Beach and enjoy a glass of wine in the old town. We then cross into FRANCE. Arrival in BORDEAUX at the end of the afternoon. We suggest taking a walk through the city center, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Half board includes: Meat cannelloni with tomato and porcini mushroom and port cream, Baked cod taco with txakoli and orio potatoes, Small glass of cheesecake with red berries and pacharán, Water and bread

Bordeaux - Chambord - Paris

We’ll journey through the wine and cognac regions to the Loire Valley, where we’ll visit Château de Chambord, arguably the most spectacular castle in the area (admission included). Enjoy free time for lunch before we head to PARIS, arriving in the evening.

Half board includes: First course: Choice of cold meats or raw vegetables. Main course: Chicken drumstick or fillet or fish of your choice Dessert: Dessert or pastry of your choice. Drinks: Water or soft drink 33 cl

Paris

We’ll immerse ourselves in the rich history of FRANCE at the magnificent Palace of Versailles (admission not included), renowned for its stunning gardens. On our return to PARIS, we’ll visit Montmartre, a charming bohemian neighborhood famous for its artists, painters, and cabarets. To fully appreciate the grandeur of Paris, we’ll embark on a panoramic city tour with a local guide, showcasing the city’s impressive avenues and iconic monuments. Afterward, we’ll return to the hotel. ​

Half board includes: Winter menu: French onion soup beef for burgundy chocolate cake Summer menu: Mexican salad chicken basilica and French fries Chocolate cake Water bottle

Paris - Rouen

We’ll start our day in central PARIS, beginning with a visit to the iconic Eiffel Tower. You´ll have the chance to go up to the second floor of this famous iron landmark (tickets included). Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Seine. You’ll have a free afternoon to explore the city at your own pace.Around 4:00 p.m., we’ll depart Paris and head to NORMANDY, arriving in ROUEN. You´ll have free time to explore the historic center of this vibrant city, which dates back to Roman times and boasts charming medieval architecture and an impressive Gothic cathedral, offering a delightful blend of history and culture.Note: If wait times at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we might reschedule the visit to a different time (or on Sunday) for your convenience.

Rouen - English Channel - Canterbury - London

Today, we’ll have time to take a stroll through the center of ROUEN. After this, we’ll travel to northern FRANCE. Crossing the English Channel by ferry, we’ll reach CANTERBURY, the religious capital of England, known for its charming historic center. Our journey will continue to LONDON, where you’ll have some free time in the Tower Bridge area, one of the city´s most iconic symbols, before we head to the hotel.

Half board includes: To choose: fish and chips Dish of the day vegetarian option Drink to choose: Soda Tea Coffee Hot chocolate

London

Discover LONDON on a panoramic tour with a local guide that showcases the city’s culture and history. You’ll see famous sites such as the Parliament, the River Thames, and Buckingham Palace, where you might witness the iconic Changing of the Guard (depending on the dates). In the evening, we’ll establish a meeting point in Piccadilly to take a stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, areas renowned for their lively atmosphere, theaters, and entertainment options. You’ll have plenty of restaurants to choose from for dinner before we return to the hotel.

Half board dinner includes: Cheese and Tomato Salad Second Chicken Schnitzel with puree and sauce Dessert Tiramisu Drinks Water and bread

London - Colchester - Colchester - Volendam Ferry

In the morning, we’ll visit the British Museum, one of the world´s oldest museums, where we’ll see traces of cultures from all around the world. At lunchtime, after some free time, we’ll head to CAMDEN, a district renowned for its vibrant and eclectic street market. There, you can explore unique items and artifacts from around the globe and enjoy lunch at one of its little restaurants or food stands.Around 4:00 p.m., we’ll depart for COLCHESTER, the oldest recorded town in ENGLAND, and enjoy a leisurely stroll through its historic streets. We’ll then continue to Harwich to board the ferry for an overnight voyage to the Netherlands, staying in en suite cabins.Important note: Due to the limited number of cabins available on the ferry, the itinerary may be adjusted. We might travel from London to Amsterdam via a daytime ferry, with an overnight stay in Antwerp, or alternatively, take a train or flight to Amsterdam.

Half board dinner includes: main dish and desert, water, tea/coffee

Colchester - Volendam Ferry - Volendam - Amsterdam

Around eight in the morning, we arrive in the NETHERLANDS (Hoek van Holland) and visit VOLENDAM, a charming and picturesque fishing village.Afterwards, we travel to AMSTERDAM, and take a guided tour of the city, combining several highlights: the iconic image of the windmill and the Rembrandt statue, the contemporary elegance of the South District, and the centuries-old magic of diamond cutting at Museum Square.Finally, the tour will end at the central station, where the guide will provide you with information to explore the city, canals, and street markets.

Half board includes: Soup Fish with vegetables and fries Ice Cream Water

Amsterdam - Hamelin - Berlin

We’ll depart from AMSTERDAM and head towards GERMANY. Our first stop is HAMELIN, a picturesque German town with shops and streets reminiscent of the Pied Piper of Hamelin fairy tale by Brothers Grimm. We’ll then continue towards Berlin, passing through Marienborn, the former border that separated East and West Germany until 1990. We’ll arrive in BERLIN in the evening.

Half board includes: Tomato cream soup, schnitzel with french fries and a small salad, vanilla ice cream with whipped cream and chocolate sauce, water, bread on the tables.

Berlin

Immerse yourself in the local culture with a tour of BERLIN, the incredible capital of GERMANY, accompanied by a local guide. From our coach, you´ll have the chance to see the Museum Island, the Television Tower, the city center’s main shopping streets, the old cathedral destroyed during World War II, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and the city’s expansive parks. We’ll stop to visit the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Memorial Museum—two powerful landmarks that remind us of Germany’s challenging history in the previous century. You’ll have the afternoon free to explore the city at your own pace. In the early evening, we’ll provide a transfer to the lively Kantstrasse area.

Berlin - Dresden - Prague

We’ll journey through forests towards Dresden, a city renowned for its exceptional architectural and artistic heritage, making it one of Germany’s top tourist destinations. You’ll have time to explore some of the impressive palaces and enjoy lunch at one of its many restaurants and coffee shops. Later, we’ll depart for the Czech Republic, arriving in Prague. We’ll head to the Old Town Square, a vibrant area full of energy and tourist activities, ideal for your first experience of Prague. Dine at one of the numerous restaurants offering a variety of international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian. Afterwards, we’ll return to the hotel.

Prague

Today, we’ll visit the capital, PRAGUE, the Baroque jewel of Europe. Our local tour guide will lead an informative panoramic tour, highlighting the city’s most outstanding monuments. During the tour, there will be a visit to Prague Castle (admission included). After that, enjoy a boat ride on the Vltava River (included). In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore the city on your own.

Half board includes: Buffet Drinks not included

Prague - Munich - Innsbruck

We´ll depart early and head to Bavaria, GERMANY. We’ll arrive in MUNICH by midday, where you´ll have free time to stroll through the historic city center and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll continue to AUSTRIA. Upon arrival in the heart of the Alps, you´ll have time to explore INNSBRUCK, the capital of Tyrol. There will be time for dinner in the Golden Roof area and Old Town.

Innsbruck - Salzburg

Today, we’ll visit the Swarovski Museum (admission included), the renowned home of crystals. We’ll explore its impressive gardens and learn how these exquisite crystal pieces are made. Next, you’ll have free time to stroll through the historic center of INNSBRUCK. Our journey will continue along scenic mountain roads until we reach KITZBÜHEL, a Tyrolean town famous for its ski resort where you can enjoy snow nearly year-round. This town hosts the legendary Hahnenkamm Race, one of the most prestigious and thrilling alpine skiing events in the world. We´ll reach SALZBURG by the end of the day.

Salzburg - Lake Traunsee - Vienna

Today, we’ll get to know AUSTRIA better. During the morning, we´ll explore SALZBURG, Mozart’s city. Its Renaissance and Baroque center is filled with beauty, all in the shadow of the grand castle. Next, we’ll travel through lakes and mountains to reach ST. WOLFGANG, a renowned pilgrimage site in Austria. We’ll then head to TRAUNKIRCHEN, located beside the beautiful Traunsee Lake, where we’ll take an included cruise to see four of the lake´s castles before disembarking in GMUNDEN. Afterward, we’ll continue to VIENNA, arriving in the evening.

Vienna

Today, we’ll embark on a panoramic tour of this impressive city with a local guide. We’ll explore its majestic avenues, beautiful palaces, large parks and vibrant city center. In the afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore on your own. In the evening, we’ll include a transfer to the Grinzing district, an old wine-growing village now part of the city, known for its traditional taverns. You’ll have free time to dine in the area.

Vienna - Budapest

After about three hours of travel, we’ll arrive in BUDAPEST, the capital of HUNGARY. Our first stop will be the lively area of Váci utca, where you’ll have free time for lunch. After, we’ll kick off our exploration of Budapest with an included boat trip on the Danube River, with historic Buda on one bank and cosmopolitan Pest on the other. The views are unbeatable. Following this, we’ll begin a panoramic tour of the so-called "Queen of the Danube." You’ll have some free time afterwards. In the evening, we’ll offer an optional outing to a Magyar show, with dinner included.

Half board includes: Starter:Mushroom soup Main course:Pork with mushroom sauce with mixed garnish Dessert:Somlo sponge cake Drinks:Tap water and bread

Budapest

After breakfast, end of our services.

Guide languages

Spanish
Portuguese
Day 1: Madrid
Day 2: Madrid
Day 3: Madrid, San Sebastian, Bordeaux
Day 4: Bordeaux, Chambord, Paris
Day 5: Paris
Day 6: Paris, Rouen
Day 7: Rouen, Bournemouth, UK, Canterbury, London
Day 8: London
Day 9: London, Essex, Volendam
Day 10: Volendam, Amsterdam
Day 11: Amsterdam, Lower Saxony, Berlin
Day 12: Berlin
Day 13: Berlin, Dresden, Prague
Day 14: Prague
Day 15: Prague, Munich, Innsbruck
Day 16: Innsbruck, Salzburg
Day 17: Salzburg, Salzkammergut (Lake District), Vienna
Day 18: Vienna
Day 19: Vienna, Budapest
Day 20: Budapest
  • Europamundo General Services: Travel by bus with Spanish and Portuguese speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and continental breakfast.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • City tour in: Madrid, Paris, London, Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna, Budapest
  • Excursion: Palace of Versailles in Paris
  • Boat: On the Seine river in Paris, on the Vltava River , Traunsee lake in Traunkirchen , Danube River in Budapest
  • Evening transfer: Tower Bridge in London, Leicester Square, Chinatown and Soho in London , Rembrandtplein square in Amsterdam , Kantstrasse neighborhood in Berlin , Old Town Square in Prague , Grinzing district in Vienna
  • Transfer: Montmartre neighborhood in Paris, British Museum and Camden district in London
  • Ticket admission: Palace of Versailles in Paris; 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, Diamond Factory in Amsterdam , Holocaust Memorial and Wall Museum in Berlin , Prague Castle , Swarovski Crystal Museum
  • Ferry: Calais/Dover, Harwick (UK) / Hoek Van Holland (NL)
  • 8 Lunch included in: San Sebastián , Chambord, Paris, English Channel, Volendam, Hamelin, Prague, Budapest
  • 2 dinner included in: London, Colchester - Volendam Ferry

Possible accommodations

MADRID
  • PRAGA 4*
BURDEOS
  • MOXY BORDEAUX 3*
PARIS
  • H4 WYNDHAM PLEYEL PARIS 3*
  • GREET PARIS 13 PORTE DITALIE 3*
ROUEN
  • HOLIDAY INN ROUEN CENTRE 3*
LONDRES
  • PARK PLAZA PARK ROYAL 4*
FERRI COLCHESTER VOLENDAM
  • HARWICK-HOEK VAN HOLLAND 3*
AMSTERDAM
  • BEST WESTERN AMSTERDAM 4*
BERLIN
  • MERCURE BERLIN TEMPELHOF 4*
PRAGA
  • PANORAMA HOTEL PRAGUE 4*
  • DUO 4*
INNSBRUCK
  • HOLIDAY INN INNSBRUCK 4*
SALZBURGO
  • HARRYS XL SALZBURG 3*
LAGO TRAUNSEE
  • IBIS SALZBURG NORD 3*
VIENA
  • HAMPTON BY HILTON VIENNA CITY WEST 5*
BUDAPEST
  • MERCURE BUDAPEST CASTLE HILL 4*