13-Day Unforgettable Europe Tour from Paris

What you'll experience

Highlights

13 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Paris

   We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
   
   Important:
   
   -Check-in: Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
   
   -Additional Nights: If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
   
   -Optional Activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
   
   Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
   Note: All mentioned hotels below are for your reference only, you might also check-in other same-level hotels.

   Stay: Mercure paris porte de versailles expo(36 38 Rue du Moulin 92170 Vanves Pars), Mercure ivry quai de seine(5 ALLEE DE LA SEINE)
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   Day 2 — Paris

   Total distance covered: 80 km.
   
   07:45 a.m. - Departure from Paris.
   08:30 a.m. - Versailles. Arrival to the Palace of Versailles (admission not included; please note that there may be long lines to enter due to the large number of visitors). This grand palace, once the residence of French kings, offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and history of France.
   
   11:30 a.m. - Departure from Versailles. Departure time may vary if there are delays entering the palace. Upon returning to Paris, we’ll head to Montmartre, a bohemian artists’ district where we can admire the Sacré Coeur Basilica and wander through its picturesque square and winding alleys.
   
   03:00 p.m. - We’ll start a two-and-a-half-hour panoramic tour of Paris with a local guide. This tour will take us to iconic landmarks like the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, La Madeleine, Place de la Concorde, the Opera, the Louvre, the Tour Saint-Jacques, the City Hall, Île de la Cité with Notre-Dame, the Latin Quarter, the Pantheon, the Sorbonne, the Luxembourg Garden, Les Invalides, the École militaire, Champ de Mars, the Eiffel Tower and the banks of the Seine. We’ll have brief stops near Les Invalides and Champ de Mars. After the tour, we’ll return to the hotel, with an optional stop in the city center for those who want to enjoy more free time in Paris.
   
   
   Note: Due to the high volume of tourism in Paris, the order of the services offered in the city may vary.
   

   Stay: Mercure paris porte de versailles expo(36 38 Rue du Moulin 92170 Vanves Pars), Mercure ivry quai de seine(5 ALLEE DE LA SEINE)
3. 3

   Day 3 — Paris - Rouen

   Total distance covered: 140 km.
   
   08:30 a.m. - Departure from the hotel. We’ll head to the Eiffel Tower, where tickets to the second floor are included (please note that there may be long waits due to the high number of visitors). The second floor offers the best views, providing an optimal altitude for seeing the city below (which is less visible from the third floor) and offers a better overall perspective compared to the first floor. From this vantage point, you can see up to 70 km on a clear day. After descending the tower, we’ll enjoy a scenic boat trip along the Seine River, offering stunning views of Paris´ iconic monuments and bridges. This journey lasts approximately an hour and fifteen minutes. Afterward, you’ll have some free time.
   
   04:00 p.m. - We’ll depart from Paris and head to Rouen.
   06:15 p.m. - Rouen. Enjoy free time to explore and dine in the historic center of Normandy’s capital. This vibrant city, with roots dating back to Roman times, boasts charming medieval architecture and an impressive Gothic cathedral.
   
   08:45 p.m. - Transfer to the hotel and accommodation.
   
   Note: If wait times at the Eiffel Tower are too long, we might reschedule the visit to a different time (or on Sunday) for your convenience.
   
   

   Stay: Ibis rouen center champs de mars(12 Av. Aristide Briand), Holiday inn rouen centre(103 Av. Jean Rondeaux)
4. 4

   Day 4 — Rouen - Canterbury - London

   Total distance covered: 375 km.
   Scenery: Great plains in France, a charming boat trip, and green hills in England.
   
   Notes:
   - Remember to have your passport ready, as you´ll need it to cross the British border.
   - We recommend wearing warm clothing during the crossing.
   - Don´t forget to set your watch back one hour when entering the UK.
   - The currency in the UK is the Pound; we suggest changing your money on the ferry.
   
   08:00 a.m. – Departure from Rouen. We’ll head north through France.
   11:00 a.m. - Port of Calais. We’ll board the ferry to cross into the United Kingdom at around 12:30 p.m. and go through customs and border checks. The ferry journey lasts approximately one and a half hours. You’ll travel on a modern ferry equipped with all the amenities, including restaurants, bars, lounges, game rooms, currency exchange, and shops.
   
   01:30 p.m. (02:30 p.m. in France) - Dover. Upon arrival, we’ll disembark and make our way to Canterbury. Please note that this schedule is indicative, and the actual arrival time may vary depending on ferry availability.
   02:15 p.m. - Canterbury. Enjoy free time to explore this beautiful medieval city, renowned for its impressive cathedral and vibrant streets lined with traditional architecture.
   
   03:45 p.m. –Departure from Canterbury.
   05:15 p.m. - London. We´ll arrive and stop at one of the city´s most iconic landmarks, Tower Bridge. This Victorian-era drawbridge, built to connect the two banks of the Thames, is now surrounded by the city´s modern buildings.
   
   06:30 p.m. - Transfer to the hotel for accommodation.
   

   Stay: Ibis london earls court(47 LILLIE ROAD, Earls Court CP SW6 1UD LONDON), Ibis london wembley(SOUTH WAY WEMBLEY)
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   Day 5 — London

   In the early morning, we’ll start a panoramic tour with a local guide. The sites may vary depending on the local guides, traffic and the weather. The specific sites visited may vary depending on the local guide, traffic conditions, and weather. During the tour, you’ll see Hyde Park, Oxford Street, St. Paul’s Cathedral, the Tower of London, River Thames, Piccadilly Circus, the Parliament, Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace, where you may have the chance to witness the famous Changing of the Guard, depending on the time of year.
   
   The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace. Our guide will offer an optional excursion
   to the Thames Valley including the town of Windsor crowned by the stunning Castle.
   
   6:30 p.m. - In the evening, we’ll meet at Piccadilly Circus to take a stroll through Leicester Square, Chinatown, and Soho, areas known for their vibrant atmosphere, theaters, and entertainment. Enjoy dinner at a restaurant of your choice, offering options such as Indian, Chinese, Thai, or international cuisine. After dinner, we’ll return to the hotel.
   

   Stay: Ibis london earls court(47 LILLIE ROAD, Earls Court CP SW6 1UD LONDON), Ibis london wembley(SOUTH WAY WEMBLEY)
6. 6

   Day 6 — London - Colchester - Ferry

   Total distance covered: 170 km.
   
   Scenery: Pleasant hill landscapes.
   
   Notes:
   -Please have your passport ready, as it will be required to leave the UK. When entering the Netherlands, we’ll set our watches forward one hour.
   -We have a night crossing, so pack anything you´ll need on the ferry in a carry-on suitcase.
   
   In the morning, we’ll visit the British Museum, one of the oldest and most renowned museums in the world, showcasing artifacts from cultures across the globe. Our guide will help you find your way to the different galleries. We especially recommend visiting the ancient Egypt section.
   
   At lunchtime, we’ll provide a transfer to Camden, a district renowned for its vibrant and eclectic street market. There, you can explore unique items and artifacts from around the globe and enjoy lunch at one of its little restaurants or food stands.
   
   4:00 p.m. - Departure from London.
   6:45 p.m. - Arrival in Colchester, known as the oldest town in England. You’ll have time to explore and enjoy the town.
   
   8:45 p.m. - Departure from Colchester.
   9:30 p.m. - In Harwich, we’ll board a modern ferry equipped with all the amenities of a cruise ship for a night voyage to the Netherlands. Accommodation will be in cabins with private bathrooms. The ferry is scheduled to depart at 11:00 p.m.
   
   Important note: Due to the limited number of cabins available on the ferry, the itinerary may be adjusted. On some occasions, we might travel from London to Amsterdam via a daytime ferry, departing around 5:00 p.m. and spending the night in Antwerp, including a short walk through the city before accommodation. For bookings made at shorter notice, we may instead travel to Amsterdam by train or plane, including transfers.
   

   Stay: Harwick-hoek van holland(.), Harwick-hoek van holland(V)
7. 7

   Day 7 — Ferry - Volendam - Amsterdam

   Total distance traveled by road: 130 kmScenery: Dutch landscapes, flat plains, canals, and windmills.
   
   08.30 a.m. – Arrival in Hoek van Holland and continuation of the journey.
   
   10.00 a.m. – Arrival in Volendam, a very picturesque fishing village. Free time to stroll.
   
   01.30 p.m. – Departure from Volendam.
   
   02.00 p.m. – Arrival in Amsterdam and guided city tour (approximately two hours). We’ll start with a stop in front of the windmill and Rembrandt statue; one of the most picturesque windmills in the Netherlands. We’ll continue past the RAI Convention Center, crossing through the southern part of the city, Amsterdam´s most exclusive area.
   Next, we’ll stop at Museum Square to learn about the diamond-cutting technique at the Diamond Museum. Afterward, we’ll head toward the Amstel River, entering the old Jewish Quarter with its Holocaust Memorial and the Portuguese Synagogue, followed by the old harbor and the Maritime Museum.
   
   The tour ends at the Central Station and you have free afternoon. Our guide will give you directions so you can continue enjoying the city, its famous canals, and beautiful cafés.
   
   08.30 p.m. - Transfer to the hotel.
   
   
   

   Stay: Park plaza amsterdam airport(MELBOURNESTRAAT 1), Ibis amsterdam city west(Transformatorweg 36)
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   Day 8 — Amsterdam - Hamelin - Berlin

   Total distance covered: 685 km.
   Scenery: Large plains.
   
   07:30 a.m. - Departure from Amsterdam, traveling to Germany. We´ll make a stop along the way.
   12:15 p.m. - Hamelin, a picturesque German town where the streets and shops bring to life the legend of the Pied Piper of Hamelin, a children´s fairy tale by Brothers Grimm. Enjoy some time for a walk and lunch.
   
   02:30 p.m. - Departure from Hamelin. We’ll continue our route towards the capital of Germany, passing through Marienborn, the old border that separated East and West Germany until 1990.
   07:30 p.m. – Berlin. Arrival in the evening.
   

   Stay: Abacus tierpark(FRANZ METT STR 3-9), Mercure berlin tempelhof(HERMANNSTRASSE 214-216 CP 12049 Eingang Rollbergstrasse)
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   Day 9 — Berlin

   08:00 a.m. – Panoramic tour of Europe’s most modern city with a local guide (if not already done on the previous day upon arrival). From our coach, you’ll have the chance to see Museum Island, the Television Tower, the main shopping streets in the city center, the old cathedral destroyed during the Second World War, the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and the city’s magnificent parks. We’ll also stop at the Holocaust Memorial and the Berlin Wall Museum, providing insights into the city’s challenging history during the 20th century.
   
   The afternoon will be free for you to explore the city. If you wish, you can optionally visit Sachsenhausen, one of the largest Nazi concentration camps.
   
   In the evening, we’ll transfer to the lively Kantstrasse area, which offers a variety of restaurants for dinner. After, we’ll return to the hotel.
   

   Stay: Abacus tierpark(FRANZ METT STR 3-9), Mercure berlin tempelhof(HERMANNSTRASSE 214-216 CP 12049 Eingang Rollbergstrasse)
10. 10

    Day 10 — Berlin - Dresden - Prague

    Total distance covered: 350 km.
    
    Scenery: Enjoy the pleasant landscapes of Saxony and the forest-covered hills of the Czech Republic.
    
    08:00 a.m. - Departure from Berlin.
    10:45 a.m. - Dresden. Known as the pearl of the Elbe Valley and often called the German Tuscany, Dresden is must-see. We’ll stop next to the immense Dresden Castle, where our guide will provide all the information you need about the city’s exceptional artistic heritage and museums. You’ll also have time for lunch.
    
    02:00 p.m. - Departure from Dresden. We’ll continue our journey to the Czech Republic, enjoying beautiful scenery of hills and forests along the way.
    04:15 p.m. - Prague. We’ll take you to the Old Town Square, a vibrant location full of energy and tourist activities. It’s a marvelous place to get acquainted with Prague. Dine at one of the numerous restaurants offering a variety of international cuisines, including Czech, Chinese, Indian, and Italian. Afterwards, we’ll return to the hotel.
    

    Stay: Duo(Teplická 492/19), Panorama hotel prague(MILEVSKA 1695/7)
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    Day 11 — Prague

    07:45 a.m. – We’ll begin our city tour with a local guide. The tour will last approximately three hours. We will explore the upper and oldest part of Prague on foot, home to its castle and citadel, where we´ll find historic churches and palaces. From here, we’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of the “City of 100 Spires.”
    
    We’ll then continue to the lower part of the city, the Baroque district known as "Malá Strana" or "Lesser Town". Crossing the Vltava River via the iconic Charles Bridge, a masterpiece of architecture and sculpture, we’ll take in a stunning panoramic view of the city before entering Stare Mesto, the Old Town. Here, we´ll find its famous square, considered one of the most beautiful in Central Europe, featuring the Tyn Church and the famous Old Town Hall with its astronomical clock and carrillon. The tour includes the admission to Prague Castle, the former residence of the kings of Bohemia, built in the 9th century.
    
    After the city tour, you’ll enjoy a cruise along the Vltava River (included). Free afternoon in this gorgeous city, which invites you to get lost in its medieval alleys.
    
    
    
    

    Stay: Duo(Teplická 492/19), Panorama hotel prague(MILEVSKA 1695/7)
12. 12

    Day 12 — Prague - Pilsen - Rothenburg - Frankfurt

    Total distance covered: 555 km.
    
    Scenery: Forests and hills in Czech Republic, pleasant landscapes in Germany.
    
    07:30 a.m. - Departure from Prague.
    09:00 a.m. - Pilsen. Time to visit this city in western Bohemia, renowned for its beers. Enjoy a walk through its historic center, where you’ll find its breweries, the Great Square, the cathedral, the Plague Column, and a Renaissance-era town hall.
    
    10:00 a.m. - Departure from Pilsen. We’ll travel to Germany to explore one of the stops on the famous Romantic Road.
    01:30 p.m. - Rothenburg. This fairytale-like city is considered one of the most beautiful towns in the country. Enjoy a stroll through its medieval old town and have lunch.
    
    03:30 p.m. - Departure from Rothenburg.
    06:00 p.m. - Frankfurt. We’ll cross the wide, modern avenues that showcase the financial district. Later, you’ll have free time in the historic city center, where you’ll find a wide variety of restaurants offering Indian, Asian, Italian, and international cuisines. Transfer to the hotel.
    

    Stay: Ibis frankfurt city messe(Leonardo-da-Vinci-Allee 40), Novotel frankfurt city(LISE-MEITNER STRASSE 2)
13. 13

    Day 13 — Frankfurt

    After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
    
    Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
    

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