Best Trips for Your Gap Year
Find the right gap year tour for you in Europe. There are 10 trips to choose from, that range from 8 days in length, up to 18 days. The month with the most departures is May, making it the most popular time to visit Europe.
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10 best GAP Year Europe tour packages
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- London to Rome Trail (Standard, Summer ( Until Mar '27), Start Amsterdam, Gap 18-22)
- Vienna to London Trail (Standard, Summer ( From Mar '27), Gap 18-22)
- Barcelona to London Quest (Standard, Gap 18-22)
- Vienna to Rome Trail (Standard, Summer ( From Mar '27), Gap 18-22)
- London to Rome Quest (Standard, Start London, Gap 18-22)
- Barcelona to Rome Quest (Standard, Gap 18-22)
- London to Rome Trail (Standard, Summer ( From Mar '27), Start London, Gap 18-22)
- London to Vienna Trail (Standard, Summer ( From Mar '27), Start Amsterdam, Gap 18-22)
- London to Barcelona Quest (Standard, Start Paris, Gap 18-22)
- London to Vienna Trail (Standard, Summer ( Until Mar '27), Start Amsterdam, Gap 18-22)
London to Rome Trail (Standard, Summer ( Until Mar '27), Start Amsterdam, Gap 18-22)
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Duration 16 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Slovenia, Italy Age Range Ages 18-22 Operator Contiki From
- US$2,522
Duration 16 days Destinations Austria, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, France, England Age Range Ages 18-22 Operator Contiki From
- US$2,495
Vienna to Rome Trail (Standard, Summer ( From Mar '27), Gap 18-22)
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Designed for gap year travelers ages 18-22, this Europe trip covers Kraków's Royal Castle, Ljubljana's rainbow bridges, Venice's floating canals, and Rome's Trevi Fountain across 6 countries. Visit the solemn grounds of Auschwitz-Birkenau, swim in Lake Bled's alpine waters, and try Budapest's thermal baths with optional river cruises and dinners. The 9-day itinerary blends historical sites like the Colosseum with off-the-beaten-path gems, all guided by an expert Trip Manager and local guides through Central Europe's hidden legends and popular highlights.
Duration 9 days Destinations Austria, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy Age Range Ages 18-22 Operator Contiki From
- US$1,525
Perfect for ages 18+, this 9-day gap year adventure covers Barcelona to Rome with fellow young travelers, visiting Monaco's Royal Palace and Monte Carlo Casino on the French Riviera. Hike the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre villages, see Pompeii's ancient Roman city frozen by Mt. Vesuvius, and end in Rome with optional pasta cooking classes and gelato tastings throughout Florence and Sorrento.
Duration 9 days Destinations Spain, France, Italy Age Range Ages 18-22 Operator Contiki From
- US$1,785
London to Rome Trail (Standard, Summer ( From Mar '27), Start London, Gap 18-22)
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Duration 16 days Destinations England, France, Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, SloveniaSee all destinations Age Range Ages 18-22 Operator Contiki From
- US$2,505
