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24 DAYS
During the Summer
NOW ONLY
From 1 725 €
11 COUNTRIES
Italy, Germany, The Netherlands, France, Hungary… Practically all of Europe
ORIGINAL
The essence of Unitrips. With the orginal trips you will have all of the essentials for a unique experience.
Summer is finally here and you know what that means… time for a holiday! Join us in this tour around Europe. We will leave from Madrid and head to Rome, visiting cities such as Amsterdam, Berlin, Vienna, Budapest, Paris and many more.
Next Departures 2022:
- Madrid: 7th June to 30th July: From 1.795€
- Barcelona: 8th to 30th July June: From 1.765€
- Rome: 9th to 30th of July: From 1.675€
Close your books and leave all of your stress behind! Today you will begin your tour around Europe with Unitrips. We will begin our trip in Madrid, the capital of Spain.
We will begin our optional visit of this incredible spanish capital in the afternoon. During this visit we will see all of the main sites of the city such as Retiro Park, Alcala Gates, Cibeles, Sol and the Plaza Mayor, etc…
Following an intense day enjoying this city we will have some free time to eat dinner and in the evening we will hop on our bus and head towards Barcelona.
Did you know…
- The oldest restaurant in the world is located in Madrid! Casa Botín, founded in 1725, is recognised in the Guiness World Book of Records.
- The Royal Palace has some striking features. With a length of 135,000 square metres, is has become the biggest Royal Palace in Western Europe, and therefore one of the biggest in the world.
- Km O can be found in Puerta del Sol, the central point to all four corners of Spain.
- In Retiro Park, you can find the statue of Satan, one of the few representations of the devil in the world and the only one in Spain. It´s a Monument of the Fallen Angel and is exactly 666 metres above sea level.
After spending the night on the bus travelling across Spain on our tour around Europe, we will arrive at our next destination, Barcelona, in the early hours of the morning. The good news is you will have the whole day to discover this incredible city. Make sure you explore all of the main sites of the city which are the reason why this city has the title of the most touristic captial of the world. From the Sagrada Familia to Passeig de Gracia, to strolling down the legendary Ramblas and the gothic quarter with its impressive cathedral, you will not be disappointed.
Towards the end of the day we will hop on the ferry and voyage through the Mediterranean sea in order to start this magical tour around Europe. We will spend the night on a beautiful cruise, with all kinds of services at your disposal, all of which will make the journey very enjoyable: a club, videogames room, restaurants, 24h cafes, pool, gym, health center, casino… So order that gin tonic, and take in that warm mediterranean breeze, this tour has officially begun!
Did you know…
- The construction of Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia is endless. The builder stated that “God had all the time on the planet to see it completed”. The cathedral is so big and complex that no one knows when and IF it will ever be finished.
- There is a Statue of Liberty in Barcelona, in fact it’s one of only three originals. The most famous one is in New York, another in Paris and in Barcelona, you can find it close to Arch of Triumph, in the Arus Library.
- Passeig de Gracia is an avenue that hosts the main masterpieces of Gaudí, the idol of architecture of XX. century. Be amazed by his famous houses Pedrera and Battló.
*Optional Activity:
Rome Pack: Chapel Sistine Musei Vaticani Colosseum Walk through Rome Transfers
Did you know…
- In Rome’s St. Peter’s Cathedral, you can find stars on the marble pavement, right in the middle of a corridor that runs through the central nave. They represent the length of various Catholic temples in the world.
- Bocca Della Veritá (Mouth of Truth) is located in St. Maria in Cosmedin, the most famous mouth on the planet. According to legend, the mouth bites the hand of liars.
Today on our great tour around Europe we say goodbye to the eternal city to go straight to the Vatican.
Then we will head towards Florence, which we will visit the next day on this trip through Europe. Florence is a city that is full of life, especially at night. Here you can enjoy its university parties in the Santa Croce area.
We will spend the night on the outskirts of Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance.
Did you know…
- The Vatican is a sovereign country with nothing more than 0.44 km2. It is the smallest country in the world, which borders only one country, Italy. And not only that, but in the Vatican is the Basilica of St. Peter, which is the largest church in the world.
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The only bank in the world that allows users at ATMs to select Latin as a language is located at the Vatican Bank.
“Buongiorno Principessa” said Benigni, an actor from the city of Florence, in the film “Life is Beautiful”.
Today on our tour around Europe you will have the chance to admire numerous incredible works of art in the Museum of the Uffizi. If walking round an exhibition hall is not for you, you can take a stunning walk up the famous hills where you can get to the fantastic viewpoint of the mythical Arch of Brunelleschi which dominates the city.
We will also have an optional activity for those who want to visit 5 Terre and the most famous tower, that attracts visitors from all over the world due to its unusual inclination: The Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Are you ready to go to the beach? Grab your swimsuit, towel and sunscreen, it’s time to enjoy the Italian coast! 5 little towns with colourful houses, hanging from the cliffs. A place where pollution almost hasn’t made a dent. There are very few cars and the way to travel between towns is either by foot or by a spectacular little train that runs along the seafront.
*Optional Activity:
- 5 Terre & Pisa
Did you know…
- 5 terre is composed of five small towns along 10km of the rocky the Italian coast, enclosed by two headlands; Punta di Mesco y Punta di Montenero.
- It was declared World Heritage Site by Unesco in 1997.
- It is a natural park, and its blue sea waters will leave you mesmerised.
- The most famous attraction of the city of Pisa is the leaning tower, that brings thousands of tourists every year that want to take the iconic picture “holding” the leaning tower.
- The leaning tower of Pisa is considered one of the jewels of Romanesque art, therefore the government has requested help on various occasions to avoid the tower being knocked down.
Do you want to know more about Florence?
After admiring this tiny city that has almost 3000 years of history, we will continue with our tour around Europe, this time heading to another Italian gem: Venice.
Venice had the honor of being crowned one of the most powerful, rich and populated cities over a long period of time in the past. It dominated trading routes in both the mediterranean and the oreint. What´s more, the art that was fostered here is one of a kind which can clearly be exemplified in the works of Marco Polo.
Fall in love with this city! Venice is one of the most photographed places in the world. Don’t waste time, grab your camera and find your inner photographer; bridges, Vaporettos and Gondolas are all waiting to be snapped!
Make sure you take some time to enjoy the Byzantine influenced art which is best exemplifed in the architecture of the Basillica of San Marco. You should also take a stroll down the canal, starting from the Rialto Bridge. You could also just get lost in the narrow streets and see where you end up!
*Optional Activity:
- Venice Pack: Trip to Murano and Burano (the two islands located in the Venetian lagoon)
Did you know…
- The last bridge built in Venice was designed by a Spanish architect: Calatrava.
- Sometimes in Venice there occurs a phenomenon called “Acqua Alta“. This causes a huge rise in water level in the Venice lagoon, which usually lasts about 3–4 hours. Depending on the intensity with which it occurs, most of the old town can flood, with half a meter of water.
- Cars are forbidden in Venice, as well as bicycles. You´ll receive a fine for using them. The only way to get around the city is on foot or by water.
- Although when strolling through Venice you get the impression that there are lots of canals, there are only two- the Canal Grande and the Giudecca Canal. The rest of the small canals that flow between the narrow streets are rivers.
Guten morgen!
Today, on our tour around Europe, we will have to wake up early to make the most of the day, because Vienna has a lot to offer.
You will have a chance to choose whether to join the optional bus tour around Vienna or to go walking around the centre.
On the bus tour, you will visit all the main tourist spots in Vienna, from Prater and its oldest ferris wheel in Europe, across the Danube to Ringstrasse, admiring some beautiful monuments from the nineteenth century.
You will also see a Russian soldier or two and the incredible Belvedere palace (which, today, houses the Klimt museum)… and you will have the opportunity to feel like Princess Sissi in the gardens of the Schonbrunn palace.
*Optional Activity:
- Bus Tour of Vienna: Ringstrasse and Schonbrunn (with local professional guide)
And what about lunch? Well, you should try Schnitzel and Sachertorte… the most famous chocolate cake in the world (Austrians say so!).
Did you know…
- Vienna was the cultural capital of the 19th century. the Hapsburgs financed all kinds of artists, and this is why today its somewhere you have to visit in your lifetime.
- Vienna managed to gain independence from Russian occupation and become a neutral country in 1955. This is why nowadays it is a much richer and more developed country than its neighbours.
- Make sure you take a look at the traffic lights, you´ll notice something very curious.
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Today on our tour around Europe we will wake up in Vienna, and we will get on the bus to stop off in the neighbouring country of Slovakia, specifically in its modern capital, Bratislava. There we will discover its charming bronze statues that make this city very appealing to travellers.
But we won’t stop, and after traveling just 50 km we’ll be in another country, Hungary and its dazzling capital, Budapest. You can show off to friends by saying you had breakfast in Vienna, lunch in Bratislava and dinner in Budapest!
It’s time to explore the city which was born by unification of two sections: ‘Buda’ on the west side of the river Danube and ‘Pest’ on the east side.
Since 1989, Hungary and its capital have been known for their impressive development and every year they receive more and more tourists, youngsters in particular are attracted by the festivals that are held here and the nightlife provided by the famous Ruin Bars.
Don’t forget your swimsuit as you will have the chance to enjoy the best thermal baths in Europe, either at Szechenyi or at Gellert.
Did you know…
- Wizz-Air, the second Low Cost flight company of Europe is Hungarian… that’s why it’s so easy to find cheap flights to Budapest.
- The first of the Ruin Bars to be opened in Budapest is called Szimpla Kert
- Until the start of the twentieth century, Hungary belonged to the Austro-Hungarian empire, hence the resemblance to Vienna and Bratislava.
- Every Saturday, amazing parties called SPARTIES are held in the Szechenyi baths.
Vitejte v Cesku!
Today we will continue our tour around Europe by heading to another magical city…
Another day, another country, another language, another currency.
This time, the golden city of Prague awaits us! You will be amazed by the beautiful historic alleyways and the gorgeous 9th century castle that characterise ths city.
Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic laying on the Vltava River and is the largest city in the region of Bohemia. Throughout its history, it has been given several names, such as “The Golden City”, “City of a Hundred Spires” and “The Heart of Europe”.
Let´s make the most of the morning visiting this incredible city. We’ll go from the gunpowder tower and pass by the beautiful, modernist Municipal House to the Wenceslas square, universally known for the scene in “Prague Spring”.
The state theatre, where various works of Mozart were first shown, and the Jewish District are all close by. After, we can pass by the Clementinum, the old Jesuit college, to finally arrive at the Charles Bridge, with its 30 famous Baroque sculptures. If we have time, we can head to the “Old town Square” with its outstanding and fascinating astronomical clock.
In the afternoon we still have a lot to see of this beautiful city. If you have the energy, you can follow the path up to the Prague Castle, which sits in the bend of the Moldava river, and is the biggest castle in the world.
Get to know its patios, where we will find the Saint Vito Cathedral, with its artistic treasures, gothic palaces and ancient palace of the Bohemian kingswith the magnificent hall of Vladislav, which was the biggest civil hall in Europe in its time. Also, the St George Basilica, made in the year 920 and the Golden Lane, where the castle guards, medieval artisans, goldsmiths, alchemists and even the great Franz Kafka all stayed.
We hope that you didn’t get too tired today, because there is a huge variety of Czech beer to try and it’s very very cheap…
Did you know…
- The Prague Castle is described as the largest ancient castle on Earth. This is where the monarchy of Bohemia and the presidents of the Czech Republic stay. (We will visit this site and highlight the Golden Lane, as well as the Black and White Towers)
- Prague beer is cheaper than water! This is because beer is part of the everyday life and is sweet and drinkable. Awesome!
- Prague is not at the height of its fashion. The city still sees the “socks and sandals” look… Don’t believe us? Keep an eye out when you go
Once we have left Prague, we will head for the famous German capital! But before, we will make a stop in Dresden, the last German city we will visit and which is known as “Florence on the river Elbe”, We will have a chance to try “wurst”, German sausage and to admire the Baroque architecture of Berlin.
*The route from Prague to Berlin will be made on public transport. Unitrips will take charge for factors such as times organisation and the costs that this implies.
Did you know…
- The Berlin wall, which divided the city between 13th of August of 1961 and 9th of November 1989, was 45 km long. This wall separated the occidental part of Berlin from the communist part. Known as “wall of shame” it was 3,6 metres high.
- Although there is only one emblematic gate to the city, the Brandemburg Gate, that remains, at one point in history there were 18 different entry gates.
- The origin and meaning of the word Berlin is “swampy land“, the name come from the fact the land on which this city was built is very swampy.
“Ich bin ein Berliner”, which means “I am a Berliner” is what JFK said in ’63 to show support with people who were separated from their families due to construction of the Berlin wall. Today, it’s time for you to repeat the phrase and spend a day as a Berliner on our tour around Europe.
We will continue to the Checkpoint Charlie, running across a large portion of the former wall of Berlin, destroyed in ’89, which is certainly the most important political event of Germany to occur in the past 50 years. If there is time, we will get to famous Alexanderplatz, where you will have an opportunity head up to see a token of Berlin, its skyline and impressive views from the TV tower.
*Optional Activity:
- Berlin bus tour (with professional guide)
You will have a chance to choose whether to spend the day with us and a professional local guide who will explain even the finest detail of what lays behind the buildings of Berlin, such as the famous building of Reichstag, the Parliament of Germany, next to it the iconic Brandenburg Gate, and famous monument of the Holocaust, the Heisman masterpiece.
Did you know…
- One tenth of the population of Berlin is made up of mainly Turks, Italians, Poles and Russians. In addition, the German capital has the largest Turkish community outside Turkey, comprising of more than 150,000 people. The district of Kreuzberg is the most mixed city called “Little Istanbul”
We shall say goodbye to Berlin with tears in our eyes… But don’t worry! The liberal city of Amsterdam is waiting for us!
To get to today’s destination on time, we must wake up early, and get on the bus; where we will cross most of Germany!
Did you know…
- The facades of the multitude of houses that populate Amsterdam tilt forward. It is said that their architects created them thinking that, due to their narrowness, the only way to get furniture into the house could be from the windows. For this reason they have a hook on their roof and are slightly tilted forward from top to bottom, to prevent the furniture from colliding with the facade when the furniture is brought upwards. It seems strange, but 300 years ago there was no IKEA furniture you could build at home!
- There are more bikes than cars in Amsterdam, and combustion cars are scheduled to be banned by 2025.
- The people are very tall. Men are an average height of 184 cm and women measure 170 cm. So wear heels!
- Water Mills in the Netherlands have been used to gain land to the sea, and pump water out of the ground. Along with the levees, they are the fundamental elements that allow this country to be underwater.
Today on our tour around Europe we will have the whole day to enjoy Amsterdam and its unique architecture. Houses here are so narrow and high that they appear to defy gravity.
Put your comfortable shoes on, because we´ll walk a lot in Amsterdam.
Keep an eye out if you´re walking on ike paths. Bikes are the most widespread means of transport, and in their lanes they take absolute priority.
If you don’t feel like walking we offer you an alternative means to visit Amsterdam, a small boat that passes under the bridges.
Amsterdam is a city that never ceases to amaze people, so enjoy its streets, bridges, bars and the atmosphere of this modern and cosmopolitan city that attracts tourists from all over the world.
You can choose to visit one of its thousands of museums: from the most classic museum of the village (Rjyksmuseum), to the Rembrandt museum, without forgetting the museum dedicated to the craziest painter in Europe – Van Gogh.
There is also a museum of contemporary art (MOCO)… and if you’re into beer, you have to visit the modern Heineken Museum. If you prefer diamonds, there is also a museum dedicated to the stone.
We offer you admission to another museum relating to the experience of a young Jewish girl throughout the Second World War, whose diary has been read by millions of people: Anne Frank.
Throughout these days you will be able to do the following optional activities.
*Optional Activities:
- Amsterdam Canal Boat Ride
- Visit Anne Frank
- Heineken Experience’s house
- Visit the Dutch Mills, Zaanse Schans
More info regarding the coffee shops:
Today we will continue our journey on this tour around Europe and hopefully you’re not too tired, as there’s a lot to see. This afternoon we are going to Belgium and specifically to its capital: Brussels. You will get to know the heart of the European Union, in all its dynamism and splendor!
Did you know…
- The famous Manneken Pis statue in Brussels, also known as meón child, is not the original. There have been silent replacements of the statue due to it being damaged and stolen by vandals repeatedly.
- The three typical delights of Brussels are: fries, waffles and beer
- There are many types of beer in Brussels, and the Delirium bar is one of the most picturesque, collecting them all
- There is a wellspring of hot water, cold water and sparkling water in the middle of the city, located at the Gare Central
- Some of its universities follow the Flemish method of education, while others remain French
We will start the day visiting the beautiful university city of Ghent and end the day in the city of Bruges, which is the most visited city in Belgium ahead of the capital. Join the tour and you’ll find out why.
*Optional Activity:
- Excursion to Bruges and Ghent:
Did you know…
- During the Middle Ages, Bruges encountered its most prominent financial height which is reflected in its Gothic design. The city started its decay when its port was blocked by sandbars
- Contrary to the popular belief that relates the name of the city to a story about witches, “Brugge” has its roots in the Old Dutch word for “bridge”.
- It belongs to Flanders, cuturally a much richer region than Wallonia (the southern part of Belgium).
Today we will continue our tour around Europe. We will get back on our Unitrips bus after having a good breakfast in Brussels, and we will head for one of the most anticipated destinations, Paris, “The City of Love“. We will travel through the north of France, where the Ch’tis will welcome us (“Benvenue chez le Ch’tis” was a very popular film throughout France) and then we will rest again in Paris, also known as “The City of Light“.
Do you want to know why it is called the city of lights?
Come with us to the panoramic bus tour around this city, driving around the most important spots in Paris, all of which are beautifully illuminated.
*Optional Activity
- Paris by night:
We’ll wake up in Paris and after having eaten a croissant and a hot drink, and begin our tour!
It’s going to be an intense day in the “Ville Lumiere”, so put your comfortable shoes on because it’s time to walk. We will start in Notre Dame, the great Lady of Paris, and going through pont Neuf, we will admire Paris’ river, The Seine and we will pass by the museum that contains the most famous painting of all times, Leonardo Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa.
Of course, we’ll finish our tour at the most famous tower, the Eiffel Tower, a massive structure of steel which was a result of a universal exhibition in the nineteenth century and since then has watched the people of Paris from above, covered in trillions of their little locks. And you don’t have to be in love to enjoy Paris.
Did you know…
- The Eiffel Tower is 18 cm higher in summer, due to the expansion of iron.
- Why Paris is called City of Light? Its because many burglaries used to take place, so the mayor ordered putting candles in all windows, until gas lamps were installed on the streets.
- A problem called “Paris Syndrome“ affects many Japanese who arrive to the city with very high expectations which are not fulfilled during their visit so they suffer great disappointment. There is even a phone line available 24 hours a day for victims of the syndrome.
We will finish the tour with one last croissant in Paris. It’s time to go home… but don’t worry! We still have all morning to enjoy the city. We will also take the opportunity to try the famous chocolate crepes or stroll through the Latin Quarter, where we will find thousands of souvenir shops and typical Parisian cafes.
We’re sorry to leave, but soon we’ll start planning our next trip. What will be our next destination?
In the afternoon we will end our tour around Europe and we will head back to Madrid where we will finish our tour.
If the conventional places in Europe don´t interest you, we invite you to take a look at a different trip – Balkans Grand Tour
There will be more than one bus used on this trip therefore if you wish to be with the people you have booked with you must highlight this in the reservation form under ´special requests´
The program could suffer unforeseen changes due to weather conditions, traffic… or the ability of the group to respect meeting times.
The suggested programme doesn’t include optional/extra activities. You will have opportunity to book some of them in the reservation form, while the others will be proposed by the tour leader along the tour.
Meeting Points
- Madrid: 7th July at Atocha Station in front of the Ministry of Agriculutre. At 16:00 in the afternoon.
- Barcelona: 8th of July at Barcelona Port. Time: Around 21:00.
- Rome: 9th July (timetable to be confirmed)
The final times will be announced via email a couple of days before the departure.
For different departure points, please consult us.
To get to Rome/Madrid/Barcelona you can choose:
- By bus
- By plane
- By train
For different departure points, please consult us.
If you have any problem regarding flights or schedules on the days you want, we can give you a hand. Before anything, we advise you to read this article
Includes:
- Transport in our comfortable Unibus to all the mentioned destinations
- 24 days and 22 nights in the best hostels, hotels and campsites in Europe:
- 2 nights in Rome
- 2 nights in Florence (surroundings)
- 2 nights in Venice
- 2 nights in Vienna
- 2 nights in Budapest
- 2 nights in Prague
- 2 nights in Berlin
- 2 nights in Amsterdam
- 2 nights in Brussels
- 2 nights in Paris
- 1 night on bus (from Paris)
- 1 night on cruise (Optional from Barcelona)
- 1 night on bus (Optional from Madrid)
- 20 breakfasts
- Multiple bedrooms – (or you can specify a single or double room)
- All transport costs
- All costs related to parking, transport and tolls
- Group leader during the whole trip
- Assistance throughout the whole trip
- Guided tours in mentioned cities given by tour leaders
- Many other surprises!
Not included:
- Everything that is not mentioned in “Includes”
- Plane tickets
- Transport to the starting point
- Travel insurance and cancellation insurance
- Entrance fees for monuments and attractions
- Visa fees or other administrative costs
- Transport within the cities (metro, taxi etc.)
- Optional activities offered on the tour
Optional Activities, Extras:
- Departure from Barcelona
- Departure from Madrid
- Rome Pack: Sistine Chapell and Vatican Museums + Colosseum and Roman Forum + return trains from the centre
- Entry into CinqueTerre National Park + Pisa
- Venice Pack: Boat transfers to the lagoon to visit Murano & Burano, trip to a glass crafts shop in Murano
- Bus tour of Vienna: Around Ringstasse and Schonbrunn with a local guide
- Bus tour with local professional guide in Berlin
- Boat trip along the canals of Amsterdam
- Entrance to Anne Frank House
- Heineken Experience:
- Trip to Zaanse Schans (Dutch windmill village)
- Day trip to Bruges and Ghent & Atomium
- Paris by night
- And much more…
(You can reserve your extras once you have booked your trip, through our app which we will give you access to)
Every optional activity requires a minimum of 30 participants to go ahead
Book your place for a small deposit…
…and pay the rest 45 days before yourdeparture.
Accommodation:
The rooms that will be available on this tour will range frorm 3 to 9 beds, depending on the availabilty. If you want a double/twin or single room you can book this extra service in the reservation formThe cities in which we will sleep may vary depending on the availability of accommodation, supposing that this will not have an impact on the organisation of the tour. Unitrips reserves the right to book accommodation in the nearby cities of those in the program in the case of unavalibility.
Transport by Bus:
The main form of transport used throughout the trip will be bus. Important: During this trip the group will be divided and put on various different buses (in the case that there is high demand), due to logistical reasons, Unitrips cannot ensure that you will be on the same bus for the entire trip. Unitrips will be in charge of asigning all of the passangers onto the different buses.
Hop on – Hop off:
Would you like to join a few days late? Do you need to leave before the end? Drop us a line and we can try to give you a reduced price!
Language of the tour:
The main language of this tour will be Spanish. However specific translations will be given as much as possible for those who speak english as it is not feasible to carry out the tour in 2 different languages simultaneously.
Minimum number of participants:
As this is a group trip, a minimum of 30 people are required for the trip to be confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do you have any question? We recommend that you to read this article to clarify any doubts 🙂
Travel Organization
This trip is entirely organized by Unitrips, a travel agency registered in ” Dirección General e Turismo de la Comunidad de Madrid” with CICMA License 2900 and FETAVE member
