Payment options and terms? How can best accommodate 3 people (dad, mum and 18 year old daughter travelling together)?

Payment Options and Terms: We've asked TourRadar to get in touch with you directly regarding payment options and terms, as they handle all payments on our behalf. Travelling as a Group of Three: When booking for more than one person, we'll always pair travellers from the same booking in a twin-share room—unless you let us know otherwise. Since your group has an odd number (3 people), here are a couple of options: Two travellers (e.g., Mum and Dad or Mum and Daughter) can share one room. The third traveller will be paired with another traveller of the same gender, unless you choose to book a private room upgrade (subject to availability). To help us organise your accommodation smoothly, please be sure to indicate your preferred rooming arrangements on the Important Passenger Information (IPI) form. Let us know who will be sharing a room and whether the third traveller would like to be paired with another guest or prefers a private room. Please also note: Minors under the age of 18 cannot be roomed with another minor or anyone outside of your booking.

How much will all this cost the trip, the flights, the the insurance, and anything else.

You may check the inclusions of the Tour Packages that we offer by checking the "What's Included" section of each tour page. However, we do not offer flight bookings and that is something that the customer would need to arrange on their end. For Insurance, Tour Radar does offer Insurance to customers and that is quoted when you checkout a booking.

Are international flights included in the tour price?

Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays. Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

Are young children allowed?

We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

Can you cater for my dietary requirements?

We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?

Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees. * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?

While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?

While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

How much spending money do I need for my holiday?

This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

Is travel insurance compulsory?

It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour. We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan. You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.

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Deimos from the very first encounter to the very last absolutely impressed me with his professionalism, attention to detail, knowledge, friendly warm and sincere approach.
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Operator: Expat Explore Travel
Explorer: 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 1 - 50
Ages 10+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Rome to Venice
Start point
Roma, Rome, Italy (Hotel in Rome, 07:00)
Included Activities
- Explore Venice, Italy's floating city
Optional Activities
- An Evening in Venice optional excursion - admire Venice from the water
Landmarks
Venice
Day 2
Venice - Innsbruck - Munich
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (German meal in one of Munich's historic restaurants)
Included Activities
- Marvel at the scenery along Brenner Pass
- Visit Innsbruck; a beautiful Austrian city
- Explore Munich; capital of Bavaria
- Enjoy a German meal in one of Munich's historic restaurants
- Orientation tour of Munich with tour leader
Landmarks
Brenner Pass
Innsbruck
Munich
Day 3
Munich - Rhine Valley
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Christmas Eve dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Cruise along the Rhine River
- Wine tasting at a local wine retailer in the Rhine Valley
Landmarks
Rhine River
Rhine Valley
Day 4
Rhine Valley - Amsterdam
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Christmas Dinner)
Included Activities
- Visit the iconic Riekermolen Windmill
- Local cheese and clogs demonstration in the Netherlands
- Cruise the canals and see the displays of the Amsterdam Light Festival
- Christmas dinner in Amsterdam
Landmarks
Riekermolen Windmill
Amsterdam Light Festival
Amsterdam
Day 5
Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Ghent, a beautiful medieval city in Belgium
- See the sights of Paris on a driving tour
Landmarks
Ghent
Eiffel Tower
Louvre Museum
Arc de Triomphe
Paris
Day 6
Paris
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Paris Like Locals optional excursion - macaron tasting, visit to a renowned parfumerie, and free time in the Latin Quarter
- Optional evening trip to Montmartre
- Optional cabaret show
Landmarks
Eiffel Tower
Latin Quarter
Montmartre
Parisian Christmas markets
Day 7
Paris - Burgundy - Swiss Alps
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Burgundy; a French wine region
- Marvel at the views on a scenic Swiss mountain drive
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting in Burgundy
- Visit to Hospices de Beaune
Landmarks
Burgundy
Hospices de Beaune
Swiss Alps
Day 8
Swiss Alps
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Jungfraujoch optional excursion - highest train station in Europe with snow play, Sphinx Observatory, and Ice Palace
- Alpine Dinner Experience optional excursion
Landmarks
Jungfraujoch
Sphinx Observatory
Ice Palace
Day 9
Swiss Alps - Lake Como - Tuscany
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stop at idyllic Lake Como
Landmarks
Lake Como
Tuscany
Day 10
Tuscany - Pisa - Florence - Rome
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (New Year's Eve dinner with the group)
Included Activities
- See the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Discover Florence with a local guide - walking tour including Ponte Vecchio and Florence Cathedral
- Spend New Year's Eve in Rome
Optional Activities
- Optional Tuscan lunch in Florence
Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Florence
Ponte Vecchio
Florence Cathedral
Rome
Day 11
Rome
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Optional Rome excursion - Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Pantheon with guide, piazza walks, Spanish Steps, and Italian meal at a local trattoria
Landmarks
Colosseum
Roman Forum
Pantheon
Spanish Steps
St. Peter's Square
Day 12
Rome
End point
Roma, Rome, Italy (Hotel in Rome, 10:00)
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Rome

Landmarks
Venice

Landmarks
Brenner Pass
Innsbruck
Munich

Landmarks
Rhine River
Rhine Valley

Landmarks
Riekermolen Windmill
Amsterdam Light Festival
Amsterdam

Landmarks
Ghent
Eiffel Tower
Louvre Museum
Arc de Triomphe
Paris

Landmarks
Eiffel Tower
Latin Quarter
Montmartre
Parisian Christmas markets

Landmarks
Burgundy
Hospices de Beaune
Swiss Alps

Landmarks
Jungfraujoch
Sphinx Observatory
Ice Palace

Landmarks
Lake Como
Tuscany

Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Florence
Ponte Vecchio
Florence Cathedral
Rome

Landmarks
Colosseum
Roman Forum
Pantheon
Spanish Steps
St. Peter's Square

Landmarks
Rome

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4.5

Overall rating based on 13 Reviews

Itinerary
4.6
Transport
4.6
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
3.9
Tour Operator
4.5

S
Spyros
January 19th, 2026
5.0
Deimos from the very first encounter to the very last absolutely impressed me with his professionalism, attention to...
Deimos from the very first encounter to the very last absolutely impressed me with his professionalism, attention to detail, knowledge, friendly warm and sincere approach. In addition, going above and beyond to ensure each traveler was catered to; he understood the diverse needs of the group and tried his utter most to ensure everyone was catered to and was having a wonderful trip. It was very clear that Dino’s loves what he does and also loves interacting with people. I am certain the trip would not have been as wonderful without Dino’s as our tour leader. Thank you Dino’s for your hard work, you made the trip fantastic.Show more
Traveled in December 2025
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Dana
January 12th, 2026
5.0
This was the most amazing trip!! Our guide, Roma, was the best guide I've ever had on a trip. She took care of...
This was the most amazing trip!! Our guide, Roma, was the best guide I've ever had on a trip. She took care of every aspect of the trip. I had a birthday while on the trip and she threw me the best birthday party of my life! I have no idea how I will top that brithday. Everything was organized and pefectly planned out. We were given a taste of all 7 countries and know where we'd like to spend more time. The food was delicious at all the planned the planned meal spots.Show more
Traveled in December 2025
J
Jeremy
January 13th, 2025
5.0
Fantastic trip. Expat was a phenomenal company and our guide Peter was first class.
Traveled in December 2024
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Sarathy
January 7th, 2020
4.0
Good tour that captured the essence of Europe. However, towards the end, after Venice, it felt like a drag. Long...
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Traveled in December 2019
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Cara
January 3rd, 2020
5.0
I loved traveling with expat, I had Pedro as my tour leader and Alex as my driver, they both were amazing and worked...
I loved traveling with expat, I had Pedro as my tour leader and Alex as my driver, they both were amazing and worked so well together, Pedro was an inspiration he tought me a lot about Europe, he was always helpful and nothing was ever an issueShow more
Traveled in December 2019
Pauline
January 9th, 2019
4.0
It was very fast paced and I would have liked to have stayed in some places longer. With the short days, some of our...
It was very fast paced and I would have liked to have stayed in some places longer. With the short days, some of our sightseeing was done in the dark. It has given me a longer bucket list as there are places I want to go back to to spend more time. I would recommend this tour if you want to see a lot of places but not spend too much time in each. Gustavo (Guide) and Wayne (Coach Driver) were excellent at their respective positions.Show more
Traveled in December 2018
Ros
January 3rd, 2019
4.5
The 12 day Europe Christmas tour was truly amazing. There were lots of early mornings and late nights, but was so...
The 12 day Europe Christmas tour was truly amazing. There were lots of early mornings and late nights, but was so well worth it for all the beautiful places we were privileged to visit. The most memorable was spending Christmas day in the swiss mountains, it was a truly awesome experience. It was so great to have spent 12 days with a busload of wonderful fellow travellers, some who will become lifelong friends. Our guide Aaron was extremely knowledgeable and lots of fun, and our driver Mark made us feel very safe with his remarkable driving skills.Show more
Traveled in December 2018
Kylie
January 11th, 2018
4.0
Loved the tour our tour leader was amazing Kevin Screene and very informative
Traveled in December 2017
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Raymond
April 7th, 2017
4.5
The 12 day Europe Explore was busy, but well organised. It covered all the spots we were looking for, but would have...
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Nadiah
March 14th, 2015
4.0
Gayle always ensured we had all the information we needed to make the most of our time and get the most of our...
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Traveled in December 2014

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Tom
Asked on July 10th, 2025
Payment options and terms? How can best accommodate 3 people (dad, mum and 18 year old daughter travelling together)?
Accommodation
Group size
Payments
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written July 2025
  Payment Options and Terms: We've asked TourRadar to get in touch with you directly regarding payment options and terms, as they handle all payments on our behalf. Travelling as a Group of Three: When booking for more than one person, we'll always pair travellers from the same booking in a twin-share room—unless you let us know otherwise. Since your group has an odd number (3 people), here are a couple of options: Two travellers (e.g., Mum and Dad or Mum and Daughter) can share one room. The third traveller will be paired with another traveller of the same gender, unless you choose to book a private room upgrade (subject to availability). To help us organise your accommodation smoothly, please be sure to indicate your preferred rooming arrangements on the Important Passenger Information (IPI) form. Let us know who will be sharing a room and whether the third traveller would like to be paired with another guest or prefers a private room. Please also note: Minors under the age of 18 cannot be roomed with another minor or anyone outside of your booking.
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Lynn
Asked on July 9th, 2024
How much will all this cost the trip, the flights, the the insurance, and anything else.
Payments
Price / Availability
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written July 2024
  You may check the inclusions of the Tour Packages that we offer by checking the "What's Included" section of each tour page. However, we do not offer flight bookings and that is something that the customer would need to arrange on their end. For Insurance, Tour Radar does offer Insurance to customers and that is quoted when you checkout a booking.
J
Joan
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Are international flights included in the tour price?
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays.
  Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.
B
Barry
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Are young children allowed?
Age Range
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!
T
Tyler
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Can you cater for my dietary requirements?
Meals
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.
L
Lynda
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Do I need to exchange cash before I leave?
Payments
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees.
  * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.
R
Russell
Asked on March 21st, 2024
If I wish to stay longer in the start or end destination, will Expat Explore assist with pre/post-tour accommodation?
Accommodation
Travel Support
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.
T
Tim
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Can Expat Explore issue me with a visa?
Visa
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.
D
Dawn
Asked on March 21st, 2024
How much spending money do I need for my holiday?
Other
Price / Availability
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.
V
Vanessa
Asked on March 21st, 2024
Is travel insurance compulsory?
Travel Support
- Expat Explore TravelOperator•Written March 2024
  It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour.
  
  We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan.
  
  You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.

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Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types L, C, E, F.
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Vaccines
- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria.Germany. Ideally 6 months before travel.
Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before June 18th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 18th, 2026, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Expat Explore Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Expat Explore Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Expat Explore Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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