How many countries can I typically visit on a tour starting from London?

European tours from London generally cover 7-9 countries based on your chosen trip length. The 25-day European Quest includes stops in England France Spain Italy Austria Czech Republic Germany and the Netherlands. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Visiting 8 countries in 19 days was fast-paced but perfectly organized to see all the highlights."

What are the common departure points in London for these European tours?

Three main departure points serve London's European tours: The Royal National Hotel in central London Kings Cross Station for Eurostar connections and Victoria Coach Station. The Royal National Hotel in Bloomsbury serves as the primary meeting spot where tour groups gather with their manager before departure. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

How do tours handle the Channel crossing from London to Europe?

The journey across the English Channel happens in one of two ways: by Eurostar train through the Channel Tunnel from London's St Pancras Station to Paris or Brussels or by ferry between Dover and Calais. Ferry crossings take about 90 minutes. As one TourRadar traveler shared: "The ferry crossing was actually a fun part of the journey offering great photo opportunities of the famous white cliffs."

What's the best time of year to start a European tour from London?

Most tours operate during the peak months of June through August. Spring tours (April-May) offer mild weather and smaller crowds while autumn trips (September-October) feature fall colors and harvest celebrations. A TourRadar traveler reported: "We went in June and had perfect weather for exploring cities like Paris and Rome plus the days were longer which gave us more sightseeing time."

What's included in the tour price for trips starting in London?

Standard tour packages cover accommodation transportation between cities daily breakfast select dinners guided city tours and a trip manager. The European Discovery tour for example provides 11 breakfasts 3 dinners coach transportation and lodging for USD 2940. Extra costs apply for optional activities such as Paris's Moulin Rouge or Venice gondola rides.

What are the most common first destinations after departing London?

Paris or Amsterdam typically serve as the first stop after London via Dover and Calais. Hotels like the Park Inn Cardiff City Centre or Ibis Liverpool Centre Albert Dock often host groups before crossing the Channel. One TourRadar traveler described the journey offering "stunning days spent on the coast of San Sebastian cultured nights bar hopping in Prague and enough time in Italy to leave you up to your eyebrows in pizza."

What type of accommodation can I expect on tours starting from London?

Accommodations range from established hotels like the Park Plaza Riverbank in London and Tulip Inn Riverside in Amsterdam to hostels for budget-conscious travelers. A TourRadar traveler observed: "The hotels were conveniently located and comfortable though quality varied between cities - the nicest ones were in London and Paris."

Europe Tours from London

Find your perfect adventure! We have 445 tours of Europe that start in London, England. The most popular month is June, and tour lengths range between 4 and 61 days.

10 best Europe tour packages from London

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European Encounter (Winter, Start London, Classic)
4.8 (78 traveler reviews)
"The experience was so easy and so much better, I'm glad I got the opportunity."
Carl, traveled in January
Duration
16 days
Destinations
England France Netherlands Germany Czech Republic Austria Italy Vatican City (Holy See)Switzerland+4 more
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Operated in
English
Operator
Contiki
15% Off
From $2,427
US$2,075per person
Price based on Shared Room
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From London to Budapest
4.0 (1 traveler review)
"I was once again impressed by the efficiency, knowledge and professionalism of the tour."
Kavita, traveled in December
Duration
14 days
Destinations
England Netherlands Germany Czech Republic Austria Hungary+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
15% Off
From
US$2,783per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
European Rhapsody (Small Groups, Summer, Start London, 12 Days)
4.5 (1 traveler review)
Duration
12 days
Destinations
England Netherlands Germany Czech Republic Hungary Austria Italy+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Vienna Budapest Prague
Operated in
English
Operator
Insight Vacations
15% Off
From
US$6,050per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Best of Western Europe
4.4 (24 traveler reviews)
"It's a great way to experience Europe and GB if you're going there for the first time. The hotels were decent and actually larger rooms than I anticipated."
Duane, traveled in September
Duration
10 days
Destinations
England France Luxembourg Germany Switzerland Liechtenstein Austria Italy+3 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Expat Explore Travel
15% Off
From
US$2,305per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Best of Europe
4.5 (85 traveler reviews)
"The places that were visited had exceptional historical knowledge."
Paul, traveled in October
Duration
22 days
Destinations
England France Luxembourg Germany Switzerland Austria Italy Slovenia Croatia Hungary Slovakia Czech Republic Netherlands Belgium+8 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Expat Explore Travel
15% Off
From
US$4,175per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
European Discovery (Winter, Start London, Classic)
4.7 (229 traveler reviews)
"Everything ran smoothly and on time. Remi's knowledge on all the locations was invaluable."
GabrielleBroome, traveled in June
Duration
12 days
Destinations
England France Netherlands Germany Austria Italy Vatican City (Holy See)Switzerland+2 more
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Operated in
English
Operator
Contiki
10% Off
From $1,724
US$1,552per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Classic Europe Christmas & New Year
5.0 (16 traveler reviews)
"Our two weeks Europe trip was an incredible experience. Highly recommend!"
Mavis, traveled in January
Duration
14 days
Destinations
England France Switzerland Italy Austria Germany Netherlands Belgium+2 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Expat Explore Travel
10% Off
From
US$3,495per person
Price based on Shared Room
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European Escapade (Standard, Summer, Start London)
4.9 (7 traveler reviews)
"Really well organized and got to see lots of amazing places. Demi taught us a bit about each location as we got there."
Sophie, traveled in July
Duration
24 days
Destinations
England France Switzerland Spain Italy Austria Germany Czech Republic Netherlands+2 more
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Operated in
English
Operator
Contiki
5% Off
From $2,995
US$2,845per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Remarkable Journey (16 destinations)
3.5 (2 traveler reviews)
"Good tour for the sights."
JULIAN, traveled in September
Duration
14 days
Destinations
England Netherlands Belgium France Andorra Spain
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
5% Off
From
US$2,505per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
European Whirl (End Paris, 14 Days)
4.6 (77 traveler reviews)
"He made the trip both interesting and fascinating."
Mark, traveled in September
Duration
14 days
Destinations
England Belgium Netherlands Germany Austria Italy Vatican City (Holy See)Switzerland France+3 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Trafalgar
15% Off
From $4,395
US$3,736per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Classic Europe
4.6 (288 traveler reviews)
"The Classic Europe trip was amazing! Tour Guide Luis and Coach Driver Ishti were always kind, patient and informative about each destination we visited."
Patricia, traveled in September
Duration
14 days
Destinations
England France Switzerland Italy Austria Germany Netherlands Belgium+2 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Expat Explore Travel
15% Off
From
US$3,185per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Europe Taster
4.5 (374 traveler reviews)
"I feel safe the way Zoltan drive. Firo is very fun, knowledgeable, and knows how to handle his group well."
Salvacion, traveled in August
Duration
7 days
Destinations
England France Switzerland Germany Netherlands Belgium
Age Range
Ages 10+
Operated in
English
Operator
Expat Explore Travel
15% Off
From $1,715
US$1,458per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Central Europe Group Rail Tour (18-35)
5.0 (5 traveler reviews)
"Every city was stunning and I met some great people as well. Truly an unforgettable experience I would highly recommend."
Lauren, traveled in July
Duration
15 days
Destinations
England Netherlands Germany Czech Republic Hungary Austria Italy+2 more
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Operated in
English
Operator
Euroventure Travel
15% Off
From
US$2,654per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
Whole of Europe Group Rail Tour (18-35)
4.9 (17 traveler reviews)
"It was the best experience of my life! I met the most amazing people and the experiences we had go unmatched."
Megan, traveled in September
Duration
29 days
Destinations
England Netherlands Germany Czech Republic Hungary Austria Italy France Spain+4 more
Age Range
Ages 18-35
Operated in
English
Operator
Euroventure Travel
15% Off
From
US$5,054per person
Price based on Shared Room
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13 Day From London to Rome by train (London, Paris, Zurich, Milan, Florence and Rome.)
4.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
13 days
Destinations
England France Switzerland Italy
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
STM Tours LLC
35% Off
From $2,919
US$1,898per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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