Rome To Amsterdam
Rome To Amsterdam
$2570
Rome To Amsterdam
10 Days Starting and ending in Hotel in Rome
Visiting: Rome, Siena, Venice, Lucerne, Swiss Alps, Black Forest, Rhine Valley, Amsterdam
Tour operator:
Tour code:
EX2L
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
10 - 51
Age range:
10-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on a magnificent 10-day tour across four captivating European countries, filled with thrilling activities and free days. Discover the wonders of Rome, the enchantment of Venice, the beauty of Siena, and wake up in the heart of the Swiss Alps. Experience the allure of Germany's Black Forest, a scenic Rhine River cruise, and explore Amsterdam's canals, culture, and history. This tailor-made Rome to Amsterdam tour promises unforgettable memories and endless fun, showcasing the best of Europe!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Of Tour In Rome
Location: Rome
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to the beginning of your 10-day European adventure! The tour begins in Rome, where you'll meet your tour leader and fellow travellers at the hotel. After gathering, venture into the city and delve into Rome's rich history on a walking tour led by a local guide. Marvel at iconic landmarks like the Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Roman Forum, and the Colosseum, which are all emblematic of its imperial past. Wrap up the day with an included dinner, the perfect opportunity to bond with your fellow adventurers!
Walking tour of Rome with a local guide
Welcome dinner in Rome
Day 2: Rome: Free Day
Location: Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day exploring Rome, the "Eternal City" renowned for its ancient ruins, historical landmarks, religious monuments, and vibrant culture! See top attractions like the Colosseum and Roman Forum, or simply wander the historic streets sampling delicious local cuisine. Alternatively, venture to the Vatican City for the Vatican Museums and awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel. Enjoy the richness of Rome at your own pace today!
Day 3: Rome - Siena - Venice
Location: Rome, Siena, Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, journey to the Tuscan town of Siena which is known for its food, art, culture, medieval cityscape and the Palio di Siena (the famous horse race held twice a year)! Enjoy free time in this scenic destination before continuing on to Venice. Arrive in the evening for solo exploration or join an optional Venice by Night excursion with your tour leader. Feel the city's enchanting atmosphere, steeped in centuries of art and literature, promising to captivate your heart and imagination!
Visit Siena in the Tuscan countryside
Day 4: Venice: Free Day
Location: Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Look forward to a free day in the floating city! Don't miss the quintessential gondola ride, which can be arranged by your tour leader, and a visit to the islands of Murano and Burano for their famous glass-blowing and lace-making crafts and colourful houses. Indulge in Venice's culinary delights or simply wander the enchanting streets soaking in the atmosphere. Today, the choice is yours!
Experience the magic of Venice
Day 5: Venice - Lucerne - Swiss Alps
Location: Venice, Lucerne, Swiss Alps
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Crossing into Switzerland, the tour heads to the Swiss Alps today with a visit to Lucerne, a stunning Swiss city, along the way. After an orientation tour and free time here, enjoy a scenic drive through the Swiss Alps to the Jungfrau region. Marvel at the breathtaking alpine scenery, crystalline lakes, and snow-capped mountains throughout the journey. Arrive at your accommodation and enjoy an included group dinner. Relax and mingle with your fellow travellers, as tomorrow promises more adventures!
Visit Lucerne, a picturesque Swiss city
Admire the views on a scenic Swiss mountain drive
Day 6: Swiss Alps: Free Day
Location: Swiss Alps
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a free day amidst the stunning Swiss Alps today. Join one of the tour highlights, the optional train ride to the 'Top of Europe' (Jungfraujoch), for breathtaking views and year-round snow. Capture unforgettable moments with a backdrop of ice, snow, and epic vistas. Or, explore lower altitudes, uncovering the hidden gems of the local village, or simply soaking in the stunning scenic outdoors. End the day with an optional Swiss fondue dinner, and savour the authentic flavours of Switzerland.
Day 7: Swiss Alps - Black Forest
Location: Swiss Alps, Black Forest
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Bidadieuto the Swiss Alps as the tour ventures into Germany today! Journey through the enchanting Black Forest, renowned for its breathtaking beauty. From towering pine trees to babbling brooks, it's straight out of a fairytale! Pause at Lake Titisee for photos and enjoy free time for lunch in Triberg. Afterwards, check the "World's Largest Cuckoo Clock" off your bucket list before exploring Freudenstadt's charming market square. Tonight's accommodation is located in the Black Forest region, where an included group dinner awaits.
Enjoy a picturesque drive through the Black Forest region
Enjoy a photo stop at Lake Titisee
Visit Triberg, a pretty Black Forest town
See the world’s largest cuckoo clock
Day 8: Black Forest - Rhine Valley - Amsterdam
Location: Black Forest, Rhine Valley, Amsterdam
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Leaving the Black Forest behind, it’s time to travel to the beautiful Rhine Valley! Take a boat cruise from Saint Goar to the next river stop of Boppard and admire the vineyards, castles, and forests that line the banks along the way. Disembark and enjoy a wine tasting at a local cellar, tasting the region's famous varietals, such as Riesling and Gewürztraminer. Next, head to Amsterdam and savour dinner at a nearby restaurant before settling into the accommodation for the night.
Sail along the Rhine River
Enjoy a Rhine Valley wine tasting
Day 9: Amsterdam: Free Day
Location: Amsterdam
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today begins with a cruise of Amsterdam’s iconic canals! Take in the city's beauty from the water before enjoying free time in this charming destination. Afterwards, choose to explore Amsterdam at your leisure or join an optional excursion to the Dutch countryside. This optional includes a visit to a local cheese farm and clog factory, a photo stop at the historic windmill village, Zaanse Schans, and an opportunity to wander through Volendam's quaint streets filled with cafés and surrounded by stunning seaside views. Later, join the Dutch Pancake Soiree optional excursion, which is the perfect farewell to toast to the last night of the tour!
Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
Day 10: End Of Tour In Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Meals Included: Breakfast
After 10 thrilling days filled with top European sites and exciting activities, this whirlwind adventure wraps up today! Once breakfast concludes, it's time to say goodbye to new friends and reminisce about a wonderful time spent on tour. Don't forget to exchange contact details with your newfound travel companions to stay in touch once you're back home!
What's Included
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Accommodation
9 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability) -
Transport
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days) -
Meals
9 Breakfasts, 4 Dinners
*Vegetarian options available for all meals on request -
Tour Leader
Fully guided tour with experienced tour leader
Tour leader will accompany group throughout and manage all logistical details
What's Not Included
International flightsTravel to the start point and from the end point is not included. We recommend using Skyscanner to find the best deals on international flights.Travel insuranceFor a relatively small price, travel insurance provides you with peace of mind so that you can enjoy your tour without any worries.
All passengers travelling on an Expat Explore tour are required to have valid travel insurance cover and you are responsible for arranging your own insurance.
Mode of Transport
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
Accommodation
9 nights in 2, 3 & 4* hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms
Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
Traveller Comfort - *COACH* tours
We welcome all travellers on our tours but we would like to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible. In light of this, please ensure that you are happy with the below information and level of fitness required.
Expat Explore tries to be as accommodating as possible, however, our tours are unfortunately not designed for people travelling with wheelchairs or severe mobility issues.
Our tours are fast paced because they are designed for you to see the most a destination has to offer. We also want to ensure that you explore as much as possible, which may require long periods without stops on the coach as we drive to a new destination.
We offer walking tours in most cities (up to 3 hours), and a wheelchair is not always a practical option as there are often cobbled streets and stairs on these tours.
For travellers in wheelchairs, you will only be able to store your wheelchair under the coach with the other luggage. Thus, on the long drives between cities you will not necessarily have access to your wheelchair if we make a quick bathroom stop along the way. Please note that travelling with a wheelchair could prove difficult as our coaches don't have wheelchair lifts, as such you will need to be able to board and alight the coach on your own.
With regards to our accommodation, not all hotels have lifts and this means potentially having to carry bags up and down stairs.
For more information regarding traveller fitness please see our Terms and Conditions.
Experiences
Walking tour of Rome with a local guide
Welcome dinner in Rome
Visit Siena in the Tuscan countryside
Experience the magic of Venice
Visit Lucerne, a picturesque Swiss city
Admire the views on a scenic Swiss mountain drive
Enjoy a picturesque drive through the Black Forest region
Enjoy a photo stop at Lake Titisee
Visit Triberg, a pretty Black Forest town
See the world’s largest cuckoo clock
Sail along the Rhine River
Enjoy a Rhine Valley wine tasting
Cruise the canals of Amsterdam
Check out our Q&As
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Certain nationalities may require a visa(s) for this tour.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Our tours are not suitable for young children, so we set a minimum age limit of 10 years old.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Due to weight and space limitations, you are allowed to bring one main piece of luggage weighing no more than 20kg, and one small soft bag for hand luggage weighing a maximum of 7kg. On all tours, you will have to carry your own luggage (e.g. into hotels and up to your room if hotels don’t have elevators). Please bear this in mind when you are deciding what to pack
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes, Full air-conditioning
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
A full list of confirmed accommodation names and addresses for your particular departure will be emailed to you around 1 week before the tour starts.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No, visas are each traveler’s personal responsibility, and we recommend that plenty of time is allowed for visas to be applied for. When applying for your visa, please ensure that the proper research is carried out before you apply, and that you deal directly with the embassies or certified agents with regard to acquiring correct and timely information. We cannot take responsibility for customers
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What is the tipping policy?
Whilst we fully understand that some nationalities are not accustomed to tipping, this is a normal part of the culture in many of the countries we visit. Tipping has become an increasingly accepted practice in all areas of the service industry, but particularly in restaurants, bars and taxis worldwide. Expat Explore crew members
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
All our tours are conducted in English.
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What is the maximum group size?
It depends on how many other people book! There could be up to 51 other passengers, so you will have the opportunity to make lots of friends!
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting destination for the first day of your tour. Make sure you keep departure times and possible delays in mind when booking flights.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
All of the hotels on this tour offer Wi-Fi, which is available free of charge as part of your Expat Explore tour.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
We have searched and invested in excellent accommodation options, either located in cities or well placed with public transport connections. Clean linen, towels is always included. Toiletries (shampoo, shower gel etc) and hair dryers are not always included, so you may wish to bring these with you. Accommodation is provided in twin share en-suite rooms. We use a mix of mostly 2, 3 & 4-star hotels.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Our travelers come from all walks of life, with different backgrounds and interests.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No, entrance fees are not included.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No, you will need to make your own arrangements to get to the meeting point for the first day of your tour. Please see the meeting point information for details on how to reach the meeting point.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
We are committed to curating excellent travel experiences and to do so we need all of our travelers to feel safe.
In order to ensure the peace of mind and safety of our travelers and staff on board the coach, we are still requesting that all travellers, regardless of their vaccination status, produce a negative Covid test. This test can be a PCR test -
Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Our tour leaders come from all walks of life, with different backgrounds and interests. They are all confident and well-travelled with an in-depth knowledge of the destinations they are working in, and a passion for helping you make the most out of your Expat Explore tour.
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
There is an optional single supplement/private room upgrade available for single travellers who wish to have a private room. This can be added at the time of booking or by contacting our customer services team. Please note that the room provided may be a single room with a single bed.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
All travellers are required to carry their own bags, get on and off the coach, and use public transport. Our city walking tours can last up to 3 hours and certain places involve walking up and down lots of steps. We want you to enjoy your tour, so read through the itinerary thoroughly and make your own conclusions as to whether you feel that you are fit and healthy enough.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
If you are travelling alone there is no compulsory charge - you will share a twin room with another passenger of the same gender. There is an optional single supplement/private room upgrade available for single travellers who wish to have a private room. This can be added at the time of booking or by contacting our team.
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Children on tour?
Our tours are not suitable for young children which is why we have a minimum age limit of 10 years old. However, at the discretion of Expat Explore we may consider younger children on certain tours if they meet certain criteria and a request is received in writing via email. Minors (between 10 and 18 years of age) must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who accepts full responsibility for them. Unaccompanied minors will not be accepted on tour. Expat Explore reserves the right to decline any booking at our discretion. Any minor (between 10 and 18 years of age) is priced the same as an adult.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
The health and safety of our travellers and employees are our top priority. Which means, when you travel with us, our enhanced hygiene protocols will ensure you do so in a safe and responsible way - ask for details of current policies.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 2005
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Expat Explore we value responsible travel and are committed to exploring the world consciously and kindly. We are proud to make responsible travel possible with a number of our sustainable travel practices!
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Relate is a South African based not-for-profit organisation that Expat Explore supports. The group aims to help those less fortunate create better lives for themselves through a variety of fundraising initiatives. On our South Africa tours, each passenger will receive an Expat Explore branded Relate bracelet. We donate the cost of these bracelets to our chosen Relate charity: the Nelson Mandela Sc
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Free Date Changes
Expat Explore Travel allows you to make 5 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 76 days before the start of the tour.
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Low Deposit
Expat Explore Travel requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of expat explore travel charges.
Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 44 days before tour starts: Forfeit 40% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.