Would this suit a 12 years old? How long in bus. What is the longest time in bus for this trip? Cancellation policy if we have to cancel after paying the deposit?

Yes, this tour would be suitable for a 12-year-old, as the minimum age requirement is 10 years old. Please keep in mind that this style of tour involves a fair amount of walking. On some sightseeing days, walking can take up to 2.5 to 3 hours, usually broken up throughout the day with stops and free time in between. Coach travel times will vary depending on the route and traffic conditions, and travellers typically spend around 2–3 hours at a time on the coach between destinations, with regular breaks along the way. Regarding cancellation, Expat Explore offers a 10-Day Money Back Guarantee, which allows you to cancel with a full refund within 10 days of booking, provided your chosen departure date is not within 60 days of departure. After that period, the standard cancellation terms apply: • 60 days or more before departure: Loss of deposit • 45–59 days before departure: 20% of tour cost • 30–44 days before departure: 40% of tour cost • 15–29 days before departure: 70% of tour cost • 14 days or less before departure: 100% of tour cost

Does this package include flights?

No, flights are not included in this package. The tour includes accommodation, transportation during the itinerary, and the guided program as outlined, but you will need to arrange your own international flights separately.

im checking to see whether you have any spots available on the December 22nd ,2025 tour to Europe?

Thank you for your inquiry regarding the Europe Taster Christmas tour from 22 December 2025. At this time, there are only 2 spots available on this departure. Please let us know how you would like to proceed, and we will be happy to assist.

Can I bring use my mobility scooter?

Unfortunately, mobility scooters are not permitted on our tours. Many of the destinations visited, especially in Europe, have uneven terrain, cobblestone streets, and limited accessibility, which makes it unsafe and impractical to use scooters or similar devices during the trip. Wheelchairs are not permitted for the same reason. All travellers must be able to board the coach, manage stairs, and walk distances unassisted.

Can we get a refund on the single supplement if our son joins us and shares a room?

Single supplement upgrade can be removed up to 60 days prior to departure. If your son decides to join, he would need to make a separate booking. You can then request removal of single supplement via your confirmed booking page and include your son's separate booking number to arrange rooming together.

By which means of transportation will we be travelling for each country?

You'll be traveling by coach for each country! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic routes as you journey in comfort. Plenty of opportunities to soak in the views, chat with fellow travelers, and maybe even have a little nap between destinations!

Can we reserve reservations to the top of the youngfrau before the trip starts

The Jungfraujoch Optional is booked through the tour leader while on the tour. Our Team ensures that there will be enough availability in case the whole Tour Group wishes to avail the Optional.

Is the tour available for 8 person with expat explore?

Please allow me to partner with the local operator to see if there are still 8 spaces left. May I ask how old the children will be at the time of travel?

Do I have to pay single supplement or I can be pared with another single?

For Solo Travelers, we offer the Option to book the tour at the advertised price on the website and be paired with another Solo Traveler (of the same gender) to share a room throughout the tour, or get a Single Supplement Upgrade (at an added cost but subject to limited availability).

If there's three of us, can we be in the same room?

Please note that as per European hotel rules and policy, three travelers are not permitted to stay in one room with twin beds, this cannot be allowed. Therefore the third traveler would need to either be roomed with a fellow traveler of the same gender or purchase a single supplement.

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Europe Taster Christmas

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Start and end in London

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Best tour so far even though it's only 7 days and fast pace. I would give this tour and team a 5 star.
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
London to Paris
London to Paris
Start point
86 Great Eastern Road, Newham, London, E15 1GR, United Kingdom (Reception at Moxy London Stratford Hotel, 06:30)
Meals
Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant in Paris)
Included Activities
- Driving tour of Paris
- Dinner in Paris
Landmarks
Eiffel Tower
Arc de Triomphe
Day 2
Paris
Paris
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Paris+ excursion with macaron tasting, perfume museum guided tour, and River Seine cruise
- Stroll the Champs-Élysées
- Visit Christmas markets
- Discover artworks in the Louvre
- Visit the Eiffel Tower
- Dine at a Parisian café
- Evening in Montmartre optional excursion with festive decorations
- Optional cabaret show
Landmarks
Champs-Élysées
Louvre
Eiffel Tower
Montmartre
Day 3
Burgundy - Swiss Alps
Burgundy - Swiss Alps
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Group dinner in Swiss Alps)
Included Activities
- Visit Beaune, wine capital of Burgundy
- Scenic mountain drive in Switzerland
- Group dinner in Swiss Alps
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting in Beaune
Landmarks
Hospices de Beaune
Day 4
Swiss Alps
Swiss Alps
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Journey to the 'Top of Europe' excursion visiting Jungfraujoch with Ice Palace and Sphinx Observatory
- Shopping at local shops and markets
- Explore nearby towns
- Alpine Dinner Experience
Landmarks
Jungfraujoch
Ice Palace
Sphinx Observatory
Day 5
Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley
Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Cruise along the Rhine River
- Wine tasting at a local merchant in Boppard
- Dinner at hotel in Rhine Valley
Landmarks
Rhine River
St. Goar
Day 6
Rhine Valley to Amsterdam
Rhine Valley to Amsterdam
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner with fellow travellers)
Included Activities
- Visit Riekermolen Windmill
- Traditional cheese-making demonstration
- Learn how Dutch clogs are made
- Canal cruise in Amsterdam
- Farewell dinner in Amsterdam
Landmarks
Riekermolen Windmill
Amsterdam Canals
Day 7
Amsterdam to Ghent to London
Amsterdam to Ghent to London
End point
86 Great Eastern Road, Newham, London, E15 1GR, United Kingdom (Outside Moxy London Stratford Hotel, 20:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ghent, a medieval city in Belgium
Optional Activities
- Sample Belgian chocolate
- Sample Belgian beer
- Sample moules et frites
- Sample Belgian waffles
Landmarks
Ghent

Landmarks
Eiffel Tower
Arc de Triomphe

Landmarks
Champs-Élysées
Louvre
Eiffel Tower
Montmartre

Landmarks
Hospices de Beaune

Landmarks
Jungfraujoch
Ice Palace
Sphinx Observatory

Landmarks
Rhine River
St. Goar

Landmarks
Riekermolen Windmill
Amsterdam Canals

Landmarks
Ghent

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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Rating: 4.5 (6,084 reviews)
Response time: 12 hours
Response rate: 88%
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Traveler Moments

Traveler Reviews

4.4

Overall rating based on 21 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
4.5
Guide
4.5
Accommodation
4.0
Food
3.9
Tour Operator
4.5

Nazma5.0•January 2026
We had a great time. Thank you very much.
Traveled in November 2025
Alana-maree5.0•January 2025
The itinerary was good. It covers a good range of experience. People wernt sticking to the seeting changes as they...
The itinerary was good. It covers a good range of experience. People wernt sticking to the seeting changes as they were told at the start. And I'm unsure of the maintenance of the vehicle as a number of chairs on the bus kept getting stuck in the recline position, so James had to manually fix them a number of times. Roxy was excellent, extreamly energetic and always tried to go above and beyond. Overall not a bad tour.Show more
Traveled in December 2024
Robert2.0•December 2024
The time between destinations was too long. Up to 5.5hrs on the bus and very little time spent in each destination....
The time between destinations was too long. Up to 5.5hrs on the bus and very little time spent in each destination. Checking in the hotels sometimes at 9.30pm and then departing on the bus the next morning at 7am. Very tiring and exhausting. The lunch and dinner inclusions were very basic. The optional tours were also very expensive and prices were not revealed until you’re on the tour. If the destinations were closer it would have given us more time to explore each city.Show more
Traveled in December 2024
Cory4.0•September 2024
Led by Jemma
About two weeks of tour for 11countries.! Althought schedule is tight but really enjoy it!
Traveled in December 2023
Marilou5.0•January 2024
Best tour so far even though it’s only 7 days and fast pace. Firo our tour guide is very knowledgeable and genuine in...
Best tour so far even though it’s only 7 days and fast pace. Firo our tour guide is very knowledgeable and genuine in his dealings with the group. He tries his best to have a Chinese app to help interpret a non English speaking traveler which is very difficult when you travel solo and doesn’t speak English. Ivo , our tour bus driver is excellent in maneuvering tight street corners safely and very pleasant and kept everyone feel safe during long drives. I would give this tour and team Firo and Ivo a 5 star.Show more
Traveled in December 2023
Reply from: Travel Chasers formerly Expat Explore
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled that the tour, was such a positive one for you. It's great to hear that Firo's knowledge and efforts enhanced your trip. We're grateful for your 5-star rating and we look forward to welcoming you on another Expat Explore tour in the future!
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Christina3.0•December 2023
This is more like regular taster! NOT Europe Christmas taster AND most of the time on this tour on the coach (We...
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Traveled in December 2023
Reply from: Travel Chasers formerly Expat Explore
Thank you for your feedback about our tour. Please note that as a coach tour operator, our tours involve a significant amount of travel by coach as we move between different destinations. We understand that this might not be everyone's preferred way of traveling, and we appreciate your input. We will consider your comments as we work to improve our tours and ensure a better balance between coach travel and time spent at each destination. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on tour in the future.
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Onique3.0•January 2023
Great experiences, Switzerland was my highlight. This trip should just be a Paris, Switzerland and Amsterdam tour....
Great experiences, Switzerland was my highlight. This trip should just be a Paris, Switzerland and Amsterdam tour. The rest are not needed and was just a waste of time and days. This wasn’t a Christmas experience but a trip over Christmas. In the future I would recommend a more festive celebration on the day of Christmas such as decorations and even a Christmas popper ????‍♂️ On the table and a more celebratory vibes. Prepare to spend over £500 to enjoy this “drive” across Europe. Hotels were good standards Very single beds great showers. Paris had thin walls. Beware of snorers ????‍♂️ Drive was fine but ensure you use the rest stop and use the facilities before you leave your hotels. Tour guide seemed fed up but I wasn’t there to feed off others energy. The bus seating rotation was a shambles. Make a rule and stick to it!! Didn’t affect me but caused a couple bickering. At the end of it I’ve been everywhere man!Show more
Traveled in December 2022
Patrick5.0•January 2023
Fantastic! This trip is perfect if you know what you’re getting into. You don’t sleep much because you will see so...
Fantastic! This trip is perfect if you know what you’re getting into. You don’t sleep much because you will see so much and travel every day during the tour. If you have the mindset that you will be seeing a lot of Europe in a short amount of time, this is amazing. If you plan on taking this tour to relax and unwind, it’s not going to be for you. Having said all that, my wife and I really enjoyed our time with Expat and our tour family we met along the way. The food, places you see, and experience is once in a lifetime. I will be doing this again!Show more
Traveled in November 2022
Khee5.0•January 2023
An enjoyable tour. Well organised and coordinated. Very friendly and knowledgeble tour guide. Truly a memorable trip....
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Traveled in December 2022
Shelly5.0•December 2019
Led by Filip
Our family loved it! Our kids are older (24,22 and 15) and could keep up well. It would be hard for younger kids or...
Our family loved it! Our kids are older (24,22 and 15) and could keep up well. It would be hard for younger kids or older people. We are active but everyone was worn out by the time it was over. If you can’t live on 5-6 hours of sleep each night you might second guess. (You can sleep on the bus though). But if you want to see the most in the least amount of time, this is your tour! Carly, our tour guide, was amazing and kept us all on time and organized. We could not have done this without her. For the price, you can’t beat it! We will do another xpat explore tour.Show more
Traveled in December 2019

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Jean
Asked on June 29th, 2026
Would this suit a 12 years old? How long in bus. What is the longest time in bus for this trip? Cancellation policy if we have to cancel after paying the deposit?
Age Range
Payments
Transport
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written June 2026
  Yes, this tour would be suitable for a 12-year-old, as the minimum age requirement is 10 years old.
  
  Please keep in mind that this style of tour involves a fair amount of walking. On some sightseeing days, walking can take up to 2.5 to 3 hours, usually broken up throughout the day with stops and free time in between. Coach travel times will vary depending on the route and traffic conditions, and travellers typically spend around 2–3 hours at a time on the coach between destinations, with regular breaks along the way.
  
  Regarding cancellation, Expat Explore offers a 10-Day Money Back Guarantee, which allows you to cancel with a full refund within 10 days of booking, provided your chosen departure date is not within 60 days of departure.
  
  After that period, the standard cancellation terms apply:
  
  • 60 days or more before departure: Loss of deposit
  • 45–59 days before departure: 20% of tour cost
  • 30–44 days before departure: 40% of tour cost
  • 15–29 days before departure: 70% of tour cost
  • 14 days or less before departure: 100% of tour cost
A
Anne
Asked on June 18th, 2026
Does this package include flights?
Flights / Transfers
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written June 2026
  No, flights are not included in this package. The tour includes accommodation, transportation during the itinerary, and the guided program as outlined, but you will need to arrange your own international flights separately.
C
Cheryl
Asked on December 2nd, 2025
im checking to see whether you have any spots available on the December 22nd ,2025 tour to Europe?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written December 2025
  Thank you for your inquiry regarding the Europe Taster Christmas tour from 22 December 2025. At this time, there are only 2 spots available on this departure. Please let us know how you would like to proceed, and we will be happy to assist.
T
Theresa
Asked on October 16th, 2025
Can I bring use my mobility scooter?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written October 2025
  Unfortunately, mobility scooters are not permitted on our tours. Many of the destinations visited, especially in Europe, have uneven terrain, cobblestone streets, and limited accessibility, which makes it unsafe and impractical to use scooters or similar devices during the trip. Wheelchairs are not permitted for the same reason. All travellers must be able to board the coach, manage stairs, and walk distances unassisted.
C
Courtney
Asked on August 20th, 2025
Can we get a refund on the single supplement if our son joins us and shares a room?
Single supplement
Tour Details
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written August 2025
  Single supplement upgrade can be removed up to 60 days prior to departure. If your son decides to join, he would need to make a separate booking. You can then request removal of single supplement via your confirmed booking page and include your son's separate booking number to arrange rooming together.
R
Renee
Asked on March 31st, 2025
By which means of transportation will we be travelling for each country?
Transport
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written March 2025
  You'll be traveling by coach for each country! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic routes as you journey in comfort. Plenty of opportunities to soak in the views, chat with fellow travelers, and maybe even have a little nap between destinations!
A
Annette
Asked on November 27th, 2024
Can we reserve reservations to the top of the youngfrau before the trip starts
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written November 2024
  The Jungfraujoch Optional is booked through the tour leader while on the tour. Our Team ensures that there will be enough availability in case the whole Tour Group wishes to avail the Optional.
- A
  Annette
  Traveler•Written December 2024
  What currency does the tour leader accept to pay for this excursion, euros, Swiss francs or USD.
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written December 2024
  The Optionals offered for our Tours can be paid using a Debit/Credit Card but the option to pay cash is still available and the Optional is paid in Euros.
C
Carla
Asked on September 16th, 2024
Is the tour available for 8 person with expat explore?
Group size
Tour Details
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written September 2024
  Please allow me to partner with the local operator to see if there are still 8 spaces left. May I ask how old the children will be at the time of travel?
- C
  Carla
  Traveler•Written September 2024
  The children is aged 12 and 14
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written September 2024
  We only have 2 spaces left for the Tour and Departure that you are interested in. We suggest to keep an eye out within the next few weeks or check back with us after 2-3 weeks to see if another group has been added then.
D
Debra
Asked on September 11th, 2024
Do I have to pay single supplement or I can be pared with another single?
Single supplement
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written September 2024
  For Solo Travelers, we offer the Option to book the tour at the advertised price on the website and be paired with another Solo Traveler (of the same gender) to share a room throughout the tour, or get a Single Supplement Upgrade (at an added cost but subject to limited availability).
D
David
Asked on June 23rd, 2024
If there's three of us, can we be in the same room?
Accommodation
- Travel Chasers formerly Expat ExploreOperator•Written June 2024
  Please note that as per European hotel rules and policy, three travelers are not permitted to stay in one room with twin beds, this cannot be allowed. Therefore the third traveler would need to either be roomed with a fellow traveler of the same gender or purchase a single supplement.

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