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Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022

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Start and end in London
4.6
145 traveler reviews
  • Woman biking past the 'I amsterdam' sign in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
  • Group photo in front of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.
  • River view with the Ponte Vecchio at sunset in Florence, Italy.
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  • All of the organisation was taken care of, all I had to do was enjoy myself! So many wonderful experiences ticked off my bucket list.

    Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 reviewer 1
    Rhiannon, traveled in November
    5.0
  • Aerial view of Marienplatz with Town Hall in Munich, Germany, during twilight.
  • View of Rome's skyline during sunset, with St. Peter's Basilica in the distance.
  • Group of people posing with the 'I amsterdam' sign in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
  • Street view with classic Parisian buildings and a metro sign.
  • View of the Eiffel Tower by the river in Paris, France.
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 28
Ages 18-39
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London

    Meals
    Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Group dinner
  2. Day 2

    London to Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Dam Square
    • Visit Royal Palace
    • See National Monument
    • Sample local poffertjes
    Landmarks
    Dam Square
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  3. Day 3

    Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Anne Frank House (advance booking required)
    • Visit Van Gogh Museum
    • Visit Rijksmuseum
    • Bike tour of Amsterdam: from €25
    • Dinner at traditional Dutch pancake restaurant
    • Dinner at Foodhallen
    • Evening drinks at Brouwerij 't IJ
    Landmarks
    Dam Square
    Royal Palace
    Anne Frank House
    Van Gogh Museum
    Rijksmuseum
    Brouwerij 't IJ
  4. Day 4

    Amsterdam to Heidelberg

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Orientation walk of Heidelberg with Trip Leader

    Optional Activities

    • Cable car ride to Heidelberg Palace
    • Traditional German dining
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Palace
  5. Day 5

    Heidelberg to Munich

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Munich with Trip Leader

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Hofbräuhaus
    • Explore beer gardens
    Landmarks
    Hofbräuhaus
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Munich to Venice

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Venice with Trip Leader
    • Gondola ride down the Grand Canal

    Optional Activities

    • Get personalized trip T-shirt or hoodie: from €21
    Landmarks
    St Mark's Square
    Doge's Palace
    Accademia Bridge
    Grand Canal
  7. Day 7

    Venice to Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Rome with Trip Leader

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Pantheon
    • Visit Trevi Fountain
    • Visit Spanish Steps
    • Visit Colosseum
    Landmarks
    Pantheon
    Trevi Fountain
    Spanish Steps
    Colosseum
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  8. Day 8

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Vatican City: from €60
    • Visit Capitoline Hill
    • Visit Roman Forum
    • Relax at local café
    • Gelato at Fatamorgana
    Landmarks
    Vatican City
    Capitoline Hill
    Roman Forum
  9. Day 9

    Rome to Florence

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Tuscan cuisine)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Florence with local guide
    • Leather-making demonstration

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll around Arno River at sunset
    Landmarks
    Arno River
    Itinerary Image 1
  10. Day 10

    Florence to Lucerne

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Lucerne with Trip Leader

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Lion Monument
    • Visit Chapel Bridge
    • Visit Glacier Gardens
    • Visit Hofkirche
    • Dining at Rathaus Brauerei
    Landmarks
    Lion Monument
    Chapel Bridge
    Glacier Gardens
  11. Day 11

    Lucerne to Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Paris highlights drive

    Optional Activities

    • Parisian cabaret show: from €75
    • Explore Champs Élysées
    • Visit Louvre
    Landmarks
    Louvre
    Arc de Triomphe
    Champs Élysées
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  12. Day 12

    Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Louvre (book tickets in advance)
    • Shop Champs Élysées
    • Explore Parisian cafés and patisseries
    • Bike tour of Paris: from €30
    • Seine River cruise: from €10
    Landmarks
    Louvre
    Champs Élysées
    Seine River
  13. Day 13

    Paris to London

    Meals
    Breakfast
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Traveler Moments

  • Interior of the Colosseum showing its structure.
  • A group posing in front of the Eiffel Tower.
  • Group of people posing in front of the Eiffel Tower.
  • Group of people posing in front of a famous fountain.
  • Group of people enjoying a meal together on a boat.
  • Scenic view of green fields and distant mountains.
  • Glass of beer on a wooden table.
  • Box of waffles with strawberries and chocolate.
  • Couple posing with a hilly landscape view in the background.
  • Large group of tourists posing on a bridge with a canal view.
  • Colorful houses lining a canal with docked boats.
  • The Louvre Museum with its glass pyramid and horse statue in Paris.
  • Wall covered with attached padlocks in various colors.
  • Ornate ceiling with detailed artwork and gilding.
  • Locks in various colors attached to a metal frame.
  • Ceiling with ornate gold details.
  • Couple posing on a bridge with mountains in the distance.
  • The Eiffel Tower framed by trees on a clear day.
  • Person in front of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
  • Two people sitting by the Louvre Pyramid's fountain.
  • Person posing with the Louvre Pyramid in Paris.
  • Eiffel Tower lit up at night.
  • Couple kissing in a park with the Eiffel Tower in the background during sunset.
  • Two people by a lake with mountains in the background.
  • Group photo on a bridge over a lake with mountains.
  • Cathedral with detailed facade and bell tower.
  • Couple in front of the Colosseum in Rome at twilight.
  • Person in front of the Trevi Fountain in Rome.
  • People posing in front of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice.
  • Couple on a bridge in Venice during twilight.
  • Venice canal with historic buildings under an overcast sky.
  • The Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) in Munich.
  • Group enjoying a meal with beer mugs in a wooden interior.
  • Woman seated with cityscape and hills in the background.
  • Theatrical performance with dancers and colorful costumes.
  • Eiffel Tower viewed from below against a cloudy sky.
  • St. Mark's Basilica with tourists in the square.
  • Brandenburg Gate with tourists gathered around.
  • Rowboats on a lake with mountains in the background.
  • Lakeside view with mountains and a castle.

Traveler Reviews

4.6
Overall rating based on 145 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.7
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.2
  • Food
    4.3
  • Tour Operator
    4.6

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  • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 reviewer 1
    November 26th, 2019
    4.5
    It is a really awesome way to see a lot of Europe especially if your limited on time. It is also a really cool way to...
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    Traveled in September 2019
  • P
    November 25th, 2019
    5
    Highly recommended! With a Trip leader like Nicole and a driver like Phil, you won't be disappointed. Enjoyed the...
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    Traveled in November 2019
  • L
    November 18th, 2019
    4
    Great way to see a lot of Europe really quickly, met a great group of people and a lot of potentially lifelong friends.
    Traveled in July 2019
  • T
    November 16th, 2019
    5
    Absolutely life changing!! If you are considering travelling alone, no doubt this trip will not just give you a...
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    Traveled in November 2019
  • K
    November 15th, 2019
    4
    I’d absolutely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see highlights of Europe! I was blessed to have a fantastic...
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    Traveled in August 2019
  • T
    November 15th, 2019
    4
    Be ready for a huge adventure!! Be aware that every other day is 7 hours on a bus and to pack anti nauseous tablets...
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    Traveled in November 2018
  • E
    November 15th, 2019
    5
    I would let them know they picked an amazing trip. It is a quick and busy trip but you see so many amazing places in...
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    • Venice canal with historic buildings under an overcast sky.
    • Couple posing with a hilly landscape view in the background.
    • Couple kissing in a park with the Eiffel Tower in the background during sunset.
    • Couple in front of the Colosseum in Rome at twilight.
    • Group photo on a bridge over a lake with mountains.
    • Couple on a bridge in Venice during twilight.
    • Group enjoying a meal with beer mugs in a wooden interior.
    • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 customer review photo
    • People posing in front of St. Mark's Basilica in Venice.
    • Woman seated with cityscape and hills in the background.
    • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 customer review photo
    • Eiffel Tower lit up at night.
    • Person in front of the Trevi Fountain in Rome.
    • Two people sitting by the Louvre Pyramid's fountain.
    • Person posing with the Louvre Pyramid in Paris.
    • Couple posing on a bridge with mountains in the distance.
    • The Neues Rathaus (New Town Hall) in Munich.
    • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 customer review photo
    • The Eiffel Tower framed by trees on a clear day.
    • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 customer review photo
    • Two people by a lake with mountains in the background.
    • Person in front of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
    • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 customer review photo
    • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 customer review photo
    Traveled in May 2019
  • B
    November 15th, 2019
    4
    Was amazing definitely worth it
    Traveled in May 2019
  • R
    November 15th, 2019
    5
    Absolutely the best decision ever! All of the organisation was taken care of, all I had to do was enjoy myself! Our...
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    • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 customer review photo
    Traveled in August 2019
  • Play & Pause: Intro to Europe 2022 reviewer 10
    November 14th, 2019
    4
    Do it, you'll have a blast!
    Traveled in August 2019

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    Lisa

    Asked on June 3rd, 2022

    What time and place will the tour start?

    Tour Details
    • TopdeckOperator•Written June 2022

      The tour will meet up at the Ibis Blackfriars Hotel in London at 6pm.

  • A

    Adam

    Asked on May 1st, 2017

    Does this include accommodation?

    Accommodation
    • TopdeckOperator•Written May 2017

      Yes, this tour includes accommodation.

  • R

    Rosemary

    Asked on September 1st, 2016

    Can I start the tour in Paris? Would it be any cheaper if I did that?

    Other
    • TopdeckOperator•Written September 2016

      Yes, you can join this tour in Paris. Unfortunately, it does not affect the tour price.

  • B

    Brittany

    Asked on July 1st, 2016

    What is the age range of this tour?

    Age Range
    • TopdeckOperator•Written July 2016

      This tour is operated by Topdeck and they operate tours for travellers between ages 18 to 39. They are geared towards active, budget-minded young travellers who want to meet other people from all over the world, and tend to be very popular with students and backpackers.

  • J

    Jan

    Asked on June 1st, 2016

    Is single supplement available on your European tour?

    Single supplement
    • TopdeckOperator•Written June 2016

      Unfortunately TopDeck does not offer a single supplement option on any of their Europe tours.

  • S

    Simon

    Asked on April 1st, 2016

    Is it possible for me to get a room to myself?

    Accommodation
    • TopdeckOperator•Written April 2016

      There is no option for a single room on this TopDeck tour.

  • M

    Molly

    Asked on June 11th, 2015

    Can I join the tour in Amsterdam?

    Other
    • TopdeckOperator•Written June 2015

      Yes it is possible to join this tour in Amsterdam, you will simply meet the group in the late afternoon at the joining point hotel in Amsterdam. The price of the tour will not change, but you will not miss out on any of the Amsterdam activities by selecting to join there. Please indicate at time of booking if you wish to join in Amsterdam or London.

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