No meals included

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Single travellers joining group trips are paired in twin or multi-share accommodation with someone of the same sex for the duration of the trip. Some of our Independent trips are designed differently and solo travellers on these itineraries must pay the single trip price.

Eating is a big part of traveling. G Adventures understands the importance of breakfast to start your day, we strive to include a basic breakfast wherever possible. A typical breakfast may include toast, coffee and tea, however this may vary depending on the city. Should breakfast not be included, your CEO can suggest some local options.

Travelling with G Adventures you experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Generally meals are not included in the trip price when there is a choice of eating options, to give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat. It also gives you more budgeting flexibility, though generally food is cheap. Our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other’s company. There is no obligation to do this though. Your CEO will be able to suggest favourite restaurants during your trip. While trekking in remote regions etc. food is included, plentiful and made of fresh local ingredients.

For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and meal budgets.

Minimum age of 18 years for this trip.

In Italy, shoulders should be covered while visiting churches and cathedrals. Ask your CEO for more specific advice.

1. It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places.

2. In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. We use public transport on this trip, which means you will need to carry your luggage from platform to platform, in and out of trains and buses etc. and also possibly up several flights of stairs. You will also need to be able to stow your luggage safely on trains and buses. It is therefore essential that you pack light and bring luggage which is compact and lightweight, and which you can easily transport. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times.

3. This trip has a fast-paced itinerary with some long transport days – please check the itinerary carefully before deciding if this trip suits your needs.

4. 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 with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes.

5. Please note that if you wish to visit popular museums such as the Vatican Museums (Sistine Chapel) and Villa Borghese in Rome, and the Uffizi or Accademia Galleries in Florence, to avoid waiting in line for a long time (especially in high season May-September when it could be a question of hours!), it is advisable to reserve tickets in advance. Tickets can be reserved online at www.weekendafirenze.com or by phone (+39) 055 294883 from Monday to Friday 8.30am-6.30pm, Saturday 8.30am-12.30pm. If you are interested in purchasing tickets we recommend that you do so once your G Adventure trip is confirmed (up to 2 months before if possible), especially for the ever-popular Uffizi, and for any time after 11am on Day 10. For additional museum resources you might want to refer to this website, www.firenzemusei.it, for more information to plan your day in Florence.

6. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE:

During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.

This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our CEOs (Chief Experience Officer). The aim of the CEO is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.

It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places. If you wish to take a guided city tour in any location our CEO will do their best to help you arrange this and pay locally.

The variety and local flavour of our accommodation is a favourite part of our European 18-to-Thirtysomethings trips. Although the properties we use are simply furnished and with few facilities, we base our choices on location, character and cleanliness. We will stay in a mixture of hotels, some hostels, and private rooms in local households.

All accommodation on this tour will be multi-share. This may involve 4-6 group members sharing and even (on rare occasions) dormitory-style rooms for the whole group. The majority of accommodation will have shared bathroom facilities.

Where we use multi-share hostels, rooming requests of any kind cannot be taken.

Note that most accommodation in Europe does not have air conditioning units in rooms. Air conditioning is not routinely installed in European homes and workplaces. However, nearly all hotels will provide a standing or desk fan for your room on hot nights. If you do not already have one in your room, please ask your CEO to organize one for you with reception. For private accommodation please see tours in our Classic Travel Style.

We recommend using a backpack for your convenience, or a medium-sized suitcase if you prefer. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. You will be responsible for carrying your own luggage. You must be prepared to carry your luggage up and down stairs, on and off transportation, and to hotels (max 15-20 mins.)

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.

Escape to Slovenia’s alpine jewel to circle an emerald lake, ride a pletna boat to the island church, and admire the clifftop castle reflected in glassy waters. The air smells of pine, and bell chimes carry across the water.

Reward the walk with a slice of famed Bled cream cake beside the shore. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Walk the heart of Kraków on a compact orientation walk around Rynek Glówny, past the Cloth Hall and St Mary’s towers, with views toward Wawel Castle. Pick up tips on trams, cafés, and where to try obwarzanek—Kraków’s signature pretzel.

Use your bearings to venture into Kazimierz’s creative streets, linger over pierogi, and plot museum stops while the bugle call (hejnal) marks the rhythm of the square.

Get acquainted with imperial Vienna on a concise orientation walk around the grand Ringstrasse and St Stephen’s Cathedral. Learn how to navigate trams and the U-Bahn, and note handy spots for coffee breaks and budget bites.

Vienna’s streets blend Habsburg grandeur with vibrant modern culture; after the walk, linger in a traditional café for a melange, or browse the Naschmarkt’s stalls to enjoy a free afternoon like a local.

Dive into Budapest’s nocturnal side on a Big Night Out through the city’s legendary ruin bars—creatively repurposed courtyards and once-abandoned spaces in District VII. Expect eclectic rooms, street-art walls, and friendly, music-filled energy.

Between courtyard mosaics and candlelit nooks, clink glasses with your travel crew and locals alike. It’s Budapest’s bohemian nightlife distilled into one spirited evening.

Explore a different side of the capital on Migrantour Rome, a social-enterprise guided walk led by a newcomer to Italy. Trace everyday life through markets and side streets—often around Esquilino and Piazza Vittorio—where global flavours mingle with Roman tradition.

Hear lived perspectives that connect from ancient empire to modern migration, and learn how this G for Good experience supports training and fair employment for guides. It’s an eye-opening, human look at Rome’s evolving identity.

Join a short orientation walk through Venice’s maze of alleys and canals to get your bearings around landmarks like the Rialto Bridge and St Mark’s Square. Pick up practical tips on finding vaporetto stops, supermarkets, and ATMs.

With Venice’s labyrinth revealed, you’ll be ready to wander quieter sestieri, pause on hidden bridges, and savour cicchetti like a local—without losing the thread of where you are.

Stroll Budapest’s core on an essential orientation walk linking the Danube Promenade, the Chain Bridge, and the stately Parliament exterior. Get pointers on metro lines, ruin-bar districts, and where to find chimney cakes or lángos.

With Buda’s castle slopes facing Pest’s boulevards, this riverside capital rewards explorers. Use your new bearings to dip into thermal baths, browse markets, and craft your evening plans with ease.

Acquaint yourself with the historic core on an orientation walk around Old Town Square, the Astronomical Clock, and lanes leading toward Charles Bridge. Learn where to find trams, budget eats, and riverside viewpoints.

Cap the experience with a stop at a genuine Pilsner beer hall to sample Bohemia’s famed brew in its home region—poured foamy and fresh. Raise a cheerful “Na zdraví!” and feel Prague’s convivial spirit.

Celebrate Prague after dark on a Big Night Out that threads through atmospheric pubs and music spots tucked behind cobblestone lanes. From classic beer halls to modern bars, the city’s social charm comes alive one toast at a time.

Venture into neighbourhoods like Žižkov or Vinohrady where local crowds gather. With your group by your side, Prague’s nightlife feels both welcoming and endlessly varied.

Pause for a meaningful meal or drink at Nem Adom Fel Café and Bar—“Never Give Up”—a social enterprise employing people living with disabilities. Your stop supports training, advocacy, and inclusive opportunities in Budapest.

This G for Good moment blends community impact with local flavour, from hearty Hungarian plates to fair-trade coffees in a warm, welcoming space.

Get a feel for the German capital on a focused orientation walk past the Brandenburg Gate, towards Museum Island, and near key U-Bahn hubs. Note where to find affordable eats, green spaces, and late-night convenience shops.

With bearings set, you can branch to memorials and street art, trace the Berlin Wall Memorial, or settle into a café culture that’s equal parts creative and casual.

Explore Florence’s flavours on a guided tasting through Mercato Centrale and artisan delis to sample regional wines, Tuscan olive oil, salumi, and sweet treats. Learn how seasonality shapes home-style recipes and what to order in a classic trattoria.

This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour; menus may be fixed and special dietary requirements may not be accommodated. It’s a delicious primer on Tuscan foodways.

Venture into rolling hills to discover Siena’s brick-hued lanes, the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, and the striking black-and-white stripes of the striped Duomo. Learn about the Sienese contrade—neighbourhoods whose rivalries animate the Palio horse race.

With time for coffee on the Campo and panoramic views, this excursion delivers Tuscany’s medieval soul. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Glide the back canals of Venice aboard an iconic gondola, slipping beneath arched stone bridges and past timeworn palazzi as water softly laps the hull. See the city from its most traditional vantage point.

Expect quiet, away from the bustle of the Grand Canal, and classic views fit for photos. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Eat like a Venetian as you hop between bacari to taste cicchetti—bite-sized specialties—paired with a classic Venetian spritz or local wine. Navigate taverns near the Rialto and learn what to order by season.

This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour; menus may be fixed and special meal requirements may not be accommodated. A delicious window into lagoon life.

Sail to Murano for a close-up of Murano glass craftsmanship. Watch masters coax molten glass in a roaring furnace, shaping it into luminous forms with centuries-honed skill.

Learn how the Serenissima once guarded this art by relocating furnaces off the main islands, and browse studios for one-of-a-kind pieces. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Step into the baroque arena of the Spanish Riding School to watch Lipizzaner stallions execute classical dressage—either a choreographed performance or morning training to music. White coats, polished tack, and centuries of horsemanship shine.

Rooted in Habsburg tradition, this equestrian art unfolds beneath chandeliers in a living museum of movement. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Trace the city’s story on a guided walk over Castle Hill past Buda Castle, the tiled spire of Matthias Church, and lookout terraces of Fisherman’s Bastion, then cross to Pest’s grand boulevards and squares.

Hear of empire, war, and the 1956 Uprising as facades and statues regain their voices. At additional cost and bookable on tour; this option may be available to pre-book.

Cruise the Danube after sunset for a luminous panorama of Budapest. Glide past the Parliament illuminated, Buda Castle aglow, and a procession of bridges—especially the Chain Bridge—each reflected in the river’s dark mirror.

Settle on deck with a drink as the city slips by in gold and glass. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Slip into Budapest’s spa culture with a soak at the city’s famed thermal baths. Choose the neo-baroque courtyards of Széchenyi or the art nouveau elegance of Gellért to unwind in steamy pools fed by mineral springs.

Enjoy saunas, whirlpools, and a century-old ritual of relaxation; bring swimwear and flip-flops. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Pay respects during a guided visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, walking through preserved barracks, exhibitions, and gates that mark an unfathomable chapter of history. This is a solemn place of remembrance.

Led by an accredited guide, the experience fosters reflection and learning. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Descend into a 13th-century world of saline tunnels, chapels, and a shimmering subterranean lake on the Wieliczka Salt Mine tour. Marvel at crystalline chandeliers and the carved splendour of St Kinga’s Chapel.

Recognized by UNESCO, this underground city reveals miners’ artistry and faith in salt. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Explore the Jewish Quarter (Josefov), visiting historic synagogues—including the storied Old-New Synagogue—and the evocative Old Jewish Cemetery with its layered stones and mossy light.

Encounter centuries of resilience and culture, with reflections on writers like Franz Kafka and the community’s enduring legacy. At additional cost and bookable on tour.

Connect with new friends over an easygoing night out in Rome. Follow your CEO to a favourite local quarter where cobbled streets, warm trattoria light, and clinking glasses set the mood for swapping travel stories and trip tips.

Soak up Rome’s social rhythm—an aperitivo on a lively piazza, a crisp spritz, and plates meant for sharing in a Roman trattoria. Wandering cobbled lanes after dinner, you’ll feel the camaraderie that powers the journey.

Meet your fellow travellers and meet your CEO and group to set the tone for the adventure ahead. Get a friendly rundown of neighbourhood essentials and swap first impressions as Rome’s lively piazzas hum around you. This casual meetup helps you enjoy a free evening with confidence—whether that means gelato by the fountain or a first plate of cacio e pepe.

Gathering in the Eternal City adds a special charge: marble facades glowing at dusk, scooters zipping past ancient ruins, and the promise of discoveries to come as you soak in the city atmosphere.

Climb to Prague Castle for sweeping views and stroll past the soaring nave of St Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace courtyards, and storybook Golden Lane. Learn how monarchs and saints shaped the city’s skyline.

Between Gothic spires and Renaissance facades, the hilltop district of Hradcany offers Prague’s grandest perspective. At additional cost and bookable on tour.