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European Trail: Capitals & Cafés
You. Europe. 26 days. Ready? You’d better be, because this epic Paris-to-Paris romp through the Old World’s greatest cities doesn’t slow down for stragglers. Geared towards budget-conscious travellers eager to check an entire continent off their must-do list in one fell swoop, this adventure will take you from Paris’ most elegant galleries and cafés, to the stunning natural brilliance of the Swiss Alps, the ancient beauty of Italy’s Florence, the Eastern European charm of Budapest and Krakow and the party capitals of Berlin and Amsterdam. Phew! We’re tired just talking about it.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Grading: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Merchandising: Planeterra Project
Trip Type: Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
Age requirements: 18-39
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European Trail: Capitals & Cafés - Itinerary
DAY 1
Paris
Arrive at any time. Tonight, you won’t need to go far for Paris to sweep you off your feet, because after all, it is the City of Love. Head to your hostel’s bar with your CEO and group to kick back and grab drinks in celebration of the first day of your grand adventure.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Generator Hostel Paris:
Generator Hostel Paris
European Trail: Capitals & Cafés - Itinerary
DAY 1
Paris
Arrive at any time. Tonight, you won’t need to go far for Paris to sweep you off your feet, because after all, it is the City of Love. Head to your hostel’s bar with your CEO and group to kick back and grab drinks in celebration of the first day of your grand adventure.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Connect With New Friends:
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Generator Hostel Paris:
Generator Hostel Paris
What’s Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Migrantour Rome, Rome
- Your G for Good Moment: Nem Adom Fel Café and Bar, Budapest
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
- Your Discover Moment: Paris
- Your Foodie Moment: Eiffel Tower Picnic, Paris
- Your Discover Moment: Interlaken
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Interlaken
- Your Discover Moment: Rome
- Your Discover Moment: Florence
- Your Discover Moment: Venice
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Budapest
- Your Discover Moment: Budapest
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Prague
- Your Discover Moment: Berlin
- Your Big Night Out Moment: Bruges
- Visit to genuine Bohemian Beer Hall (Prague)
- Bicycle tour around Amsterdam
- Orientation walks in Paris, Interlaken, Rome, Venice, Vienna, Budapest, Kraków, Prague, Berlin, and Bruges
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
- Hotels/hostels (24 nts, multi-share with 2-6 people), sleeper trains (1 nts).
- 1 lunch
- Train, public bus, metro, walking.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
European Trail: Capitals & Cafés Departure Dates
All Years
| Start | Ending | Availability | Prices from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Apr 05 2026 | Thu, Apr 30 2026 | Open (4) | $5,062.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sun, May 03 2026 | Thu, May 28 2026 | Open (8) | $5,039.2 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sun, May 17 2026 | Thu, Jun 11 2026 | Open (9) | $5,228.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sun, May 31 2026 | Thu, Jun 25 2026 | Open (8) | $5,228.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) | |
| Sun, Jun 14 2026 | Thu, Jul 09 2026 | Open (6) | $5,228.17 USD (price includes taxes and fees) |
More from European Trail: Capitals & Cafés
USEFUL INFO
What's Included
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Migrantour Rome, Rome
Your G for Good Moment: Nem Adom Fel Café and Bar, Budapest
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Your Discover Moment: Paris
Your Foodie Moment: Eiffel Tower Picnic, Paris
Your Discover Moment: Interlaken
Your Big Night Out Moment: Interlaken
Your Discover Moment: Rome
Your Discover Moment: Florence
Your Discover Moment: Venice
Your Big Night Out Moment: Budapest
Your Discover Moment: Budapest
Your Big Night Out Moment: Prague
Your Discover Moment: Berlin
Your Big Night Out Moment: Bruges. Visit to genuine Bohemian Beer Hall (Prague). Bicycle tour around Amsterdam. Orientation walks in Paris, Interlaken, Rome, Venice, Vienna, Budapest, Kraków, Prague, Berlin, and Bruges. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
What are the main highlights of this trip?
What are the main highlights of this trip?
Visit the galleries and cafés of Paris, take in the natural beauty of the Swiss Alps, marvel at the beauty of Florence, get a taste of Eastern charm in Kraków, party in Budapest and Prague.
Is there a disclaimer I should read before booking this trip?
Is there a disclaimer I should read before booking this trip?
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you view a final copy of your Trip Details a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Is there an itinerary Disclaimer?
Is there an itinerary Disclaimer?
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
Are there Itinerary notes?
Are there Itinerary notes?
ACCOMMODATION
Please note most of our 18-to-Thirtysomethings accommodation in Europe is multi-share. For more info, see the "About Accommodation" section under "Tour Details".
COMBO TRIP
Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travellers may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.
