Duration
9 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
London
Available
April 2024 / March 2025
Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
IMPORTANT: Please note that hotel check-in time is typically at 14:00 p.m. If you need early room access, consider booking an additional night at the start of your trip.
If you have booked additional nights, your room will be prepared upon arrival, but your trip guide will generally only contact you when the scheduled activities begin. At reception, you’ll find a sign with contact details and assistance hours for our staff. Until the tour begins, your schedule is free, and the hotel staff can assist with any inquiries.
Optional activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. We recommend booking these activities well in advance through the Europamundo app or your "My Trip" link to ensure availability. Last-minute bookings may result in limited availability (e.g., tickets, coach seats).
Note: The timings in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust schedules as needed to make sure you have the best experience.
The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace. Our guide will offer an optional excursion to Windsor 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.
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.
Scenery: Dutch landscapes, plains, canals, windmills…
08:30 a.m. - Arrival at Hoek van Holland and continuation of the journey.
10:00 a.m. - Volendam, a charming fishing village. You’ll have time to wander around.
01:30 p.m. - Departure from Volendam.
02:00 p.m. - Amsterdam. We’ll go on a city tour with a local guide, lasting about two hours. We’ll start the tour with a stop in front of the Rembrandt Statue and Amsterdam Mill, one of the most iconic mills in Holland. Next, we’ll pass through the RAI Convention Center, crossing the southern part of the city, the most exclusive area of Amsterdam. We’ll then stop at the Museum Square to learn about diamond cutting techniques at the Diamond Museum. Afterwards, we’ll head to the Amstel River, entering the former Jewish Quarter with its Holocaust Memorial and the Portuguese Synagogue. We’ll pass by the old harbor and the Maritime Museum. Our tour will conclude at the Central Station, where we’ll leave the bus and walk to the Church of St. Nicholas, the heart of the city. The tour ends here, and you’ll have some free time to explore on your own.
In the evening, we’ll provide a transfer to Rembrandtplein, known for its wide variety of restaurants offering cuisine from around the world. Here, you can enjoy dinner at your leisure and explore the nearby Red Light District, celebrated for its progressive values.
08:30 p.m. - Transfer back to the hotel.
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.
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 ethnic restaurants for dinner. After, we’ll return to the hotel.
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.
After the city tour, you’ll enjoy a cruise along the Vltava River. The afternoon is free for you to continue exploring the city.
In the evening, you’ll have some time to spend in the historic city center, where you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy cuisines from around the world. Afterwards, we´ll return to the hotel.
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.