Explore Europe over the festive season and enjoy the ultimate winter holiday! Discover Europe’s most famous destinations over 12 days.
Explore Europe over the festive season and enjoy the ultimate winter holiday! Discover Europe’s most famous destinations over 12 days.
Celebrate the 12 days of Christmas in style with this Europe Escape Christmas & New Year tour! Discover some of Europe’s most famous destinations including Paris, Venice and Munich. Visit Germany's Rhine Valley, spend Christmas Day in Amsterdam, celebrate the New Year in Rome and explore the majestic Swiss Alps!
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This 12-day tour starts and ends in Rome, and includes 2 nights accommodation in Rome. Celebrate Christmas in Amsterdam and New year's Eve in Rome. The rest of the itinerary is the same as the Christmas-only tour.
This 10-day tour starts and ends in Rome, but does not include any accommodation in Rome. Celebrate Christmas in Amsterdam, and end the tour in Rome on the morning of New Year's Eve. The rest of the itinerary is the same as the Christmas & New Year tour.
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Not sure how to spend your free day? Explore the city on your own, or choose from these handpicked optional experiences designed to show you the best of the region.
Unless marked as "Pre-Book", all optional experiences can be booked directly with your tour leader on tour, payable in cash or by card in the stated currency. Prices and availability are subject to change.
12 days itinerary trip from Rome to Rome visiting 7 countries
We partner with a range of hand-picked hotels in each destination. The hotels listed below are those we stay at most frequently. However, you may stay at different hotels of a similar standard.
All rooms are twin share with private, en suite bathrooms. Solo travellers will be paired with another traveller of the same gender. Single supplements are available upon request at checkout. A confirmed list of hotels is emailed to all travellers prior to their tour departure. To extend your stay in Rome, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.
Ciao! Meet up with your tour leader and group in Rome and hit the road. Arrive in Venice and prepare to be wowed! Keep an eye out for St. Mark’s Square, the Rialto Bridge and Grand Canal. Enjoy a free evening. See Venice the traditional way on a water taxi and gondola ride by joining the Evening in Venice excursion!
Experience the magic of Venice, Italy’s floating city. Visit must-see sights like St Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, Rialto Market, and more for an unforgettable experience.
Take a water taxi cruise and gondola ride of Venice’s iconic waterways. Soak up the romantic sights from the canals and enjoy an included dinner.
Continue onto the next exciting destination. Take a trip through the spectacular Brenner Pass and admire gorgeous countryside en route. Stop in Innsbruck before arriving in Munich, Germany, this afternoon. Set off on an orientation tour of this Bavarian capital to see the highlights. This evening, enjoy an authentic taste of Germany during an included dinner at a local restaurant.
Cross spectacular mountain passes and experience some amazing mountain vistas en route to Austria.
Enjoy a comfort stop and orientation tour in this beautiful Austrian city that lies in a valley between high mountains, making for an incredible backdrop.
Explore Munich with your tour leader. Learn more about this fascinating and beautiful Bavarian city and see highlights like Karlsplatz and Marienplatz.
Munich welcomes you with a delicious, three-course German dinner at a local restaurant. Indulge in traditional dishes like pork knuckle (eisbein). Vegetarian options available.
It’s Christmas Eve and the adventures continue to the picturesque Rhine Valley! Arrive and embark on a Rhine River cruise. Admire the views of the dramatic cliffs, medieval towns and castles along the river banks. After, visit a local wine merchant for a Rhine Valley wine tasting. This evening, celebrate Christmas Eve with an included dinner at a local restaurant!
Admire beautiful scenery and the largest concentration of gothic castles (Sterrenberg, Liebestein, Katz and Fortress Rheinfels) in Europe on a cruise along the Rhine River.
Visit a local wine merchant in this famous wine region, and sample German wine varietals. You may even get to try eiswein, a rare dessert wine.
Merry Christmas! En route to Amsterdam, stop at an iconic Dutch windmill before discovering two Dutch icons: cheese and clogs! Visit a local farm to learn how these items are crafted. Arrive in Amsterdam and embark on a twilight canal cruise and admire the Amsterdam Light Festival displays! After, join the group for a delicious Christmas dinner.
Travel through the Dutch countryside and enjoy a photo stop at an iconic Dutch windmill.
See how these traditional shoes are made by hand, and taste Dutch cheese. Purchase some unique and authentic Dutch souvenirs during the visit!
See Amsterdam’s iconic sights that sit along the waterside at twilight. Better yet, admire the elaborate displays of the Amsterdam Light Festival!
Celebrate Christmas alongside your new travel friends with an included group dinner in Amsterdam.
This morning, experience Ghent, Belgium. This picturesque port city is renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture! Grab a bite to eat and stroll through the historic centre. Next up is Paris! Embark on a driving tour of the French capital. See iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum and the Arc de Triomphe before enjoying a local dinner.
Look forward to free time in this Belgian port city which enchants with its medieval market squares. Take this opportunity to taste authentic Belgian cuisine!
Take a guided drive through Paris, spotting iconic sights like L’Opéra Garnier, the Tuileries Gardens, the Seine, Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and more!
Today is yours to explore Paris as you wish. Join the highly recommended Paris Like Locals optional excursion for a fun-filled day tour complete with a macaron tasting, visits to a perfume museum and Galeries Lafayette as well as free time in the Latin Quarter. Why not finish off with an evening in Montmartre and a Cabaret show? C'est magnifique!
Explore the many highlights of Paris! Stroll among top attractions, taste macarons, smell perfume, discover the Latin Quarter and more.
Explore the vibrant Montmartre neighbourhood by night! See the Moulin Rouge and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and indulge in a three-course French dinner.
Be amazed by colours, costumes and cancan at one of Paris’ top cabaret venues!
Departing Paris, enjoy a lunch stop in Burgundy in the heart of French wine country. Here, try the famous wine or visit the beautiful Hospices de Beaune. After, prepare to be amazed by the views of the Swiss Alps where the tour will stay for the next two days. Soak up the spectacular alpine surroundings and festive spirit!
Stop in Beaune, Burgundy’s UNESCO-listed wine capital. Enjoy free time to explore the medieval town or sample regional cuisine and wines.
Marvel at the spectacular views on a drive through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.
Make the most of a free day in the Swiss Alps! Don’t miss the chance to join the ‘Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe’ optional excursion! At Jungfraujoch, you can play in the snow, admire the breathtaking panoramas, visit the Sphinx Observatory and even explore an Ice Palace! Warm up tonight with the optional Alpine Dinner Experience.
Travel to the “Top of Europe” - Jungfraujoch, the highest train station in Europe! Enjoy exceptional views, year-round snow and a magical ice palace.
Tuck into a cheese fondue to start, sit back for a hearty Swiss meal and round off the evening with something sweet. Swiss tradition at its finest!
The trip continues to Italy! Stop at Lake Como, a beautiful destination in the Italian Lake District complete with picturesque lakeside villages, sparkling blue waters and impressive mountain backdrops. Find a spot for lunch and soak up the dreamy scenery. Afterwards, head to Tuscany, a region famous for its food, wine, art and architecture. Settle in at the hotel.
This is one of the most beautiful and glamorous destinations in Italy! Lake Como is famous for its dramatic scenery and luxury resorts.
Start celebrating New Year's Eve with a visit to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa! Then, head to the enchanting city of Florence for a locally-guided walking tour of the birthplace of the Renaissance. Join the Taste of Tuscany excursion for a delicious lunch before journeying back to Rome. Ring in the new year with your group during dinner tonight!
Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!
Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.
Say goodbye to the year in style! Before ringing in the new year in bella Roma, enjoy a delicious Italian meal at the hotel with the group.
Get a true taste of Tuscany with this culinary experience in Florence! Sit down for a family-style meal and indulge in classic Tuscan dishes.
Kick off the brand new year with a free day in Rome. Known as “The Eternal City”, Rome was once at the centre of the Roman Empire. Join the Conquer the Capital excursion to tick off multiple Rome highlights including the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps and the Colosseum followed by a delicious local dinner and gelato tasting!
See Rome’s iconic sites on a bucket-list treasure hunt through the city! See the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and more. Plus, enjoy dinner and a gelato tasting.
After 12 days filled with festive Christmas and New Year fun, the tour comes to an end after breakfast today in Rome. We hope you enjoyed this festive trip and that we can welcome you back to Europe again in the future! Be sure to swap details with your fellow travellers before you say farewell for now!
April
Incredible European Adventure
We had the most wonderful time seeing a little of a lot of Europe! The tour is quite full-on, especially if you do all the optional excursions, but it's absolutely worth it if you don't want to miss out on any part of the experience. The two-night stays were definitely appreciated, giving us a chance to catch our breath and soak in each destination a little more. Everything was so well-organised, and we were incredibly fortunate to have the most amazing tour leader and bus driver, Peter & Silvian, who made the journey even more special. Overall, we couldn't have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a well-planned and unforgettable European adventure. See you next time! :)
Christie
Magical Christmas & New Years with Expat Explorer
I just got back from the 12 Day Christmas and New Year's Europe Escape tour (2023/2024) & being the 1st time I've been away from home for the holidays, I found it simply magical, everything I hoped for plus more.. This tour is fast paced with plenty of early morning departures and plenty of walking, but the trade off is that you get to experience as much as possible in each of the cities along the way. As a solo traveler, I never felt unsafe or alone and the camadarie of the group was instant. I also appreciate that this tour allows you the freedom to choose between various pre-set excursions in any given city and/or the option to go off and explore on your own and/or workout a hybrid of such with your tour leader. If you are on the fence about booking an Expat Explorer tour, I say do yourself a favor and just book it.
Cbear
So much packed in
I loved the tour. It was very fast paced but we saw so much. The meals that were included were for the most part excellent. The add on excursions were well chosen and packed in even more. It was very good value for money.
Bry
My girlfriend and I were a bit hesitant before on going on a guided tour/excursion due to time constraints and tight schedule, BUT our expectations were proven wrong, and beyond! It was an unforgettable experience for both of us! To sum it up- Tour Leader Luke + 7 European countries= A Match Made in Heaven!
Margot
Good experience as we are able to see all the iterinaries in a well planned time frame. Our tour leader Diarmaid and tour driver Alessandro were excellent in their field.Both very nice and professional.
Michael
Steve was fantastic and clearly knows what he's doing and everything about all the places. Very important to keep that employee and have him train others. I overheard him and the bus driver talking and the bus driver was saying how the other tour guides didn't go to as much effort or give nearly as much info as Steve does. So I was extra happy to know we had one of the best guides for our 12 day Europe escape.
Claudine
The best thing about these tours you see a lot in such a short period of time. Filled with history. Well organized. Not a minute wasted. Problem is the long travel time and less immersion. Early waking hours and just a few hours in one location. Other than that it has been great!
Lizzie
Most of the hotels was great, some bathrooms was very small. Rooms in France was very small. Most of the cruises was in the afternoon, dark due to winter Gondola ride was also in the Evenung could not see much.
Shane & Tiffany
My wife and I booked a European tour for Christmas and New Years and were not disappointed. We saw so much and had a great time. Filip our tour guide and Joshy our Driver were an amazing team. Filip's extensive knowledge of all the places we went to was priceless. We would definitely do another tour.
Marisa
A once in a lifetime experience, friendly and experienced staff.
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Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
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Your accommodation, transport, Tour Leader and driver, breakfast most mornings, select lunches and dinners, and the Included Experiences on the tour page. Everything else is yours to choose. Check the individual tour page before you book for the exact inclusions.
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
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Yes. Free time is built into Classic itineraries, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
Absolutely. Many Chasers travel solo, and there’s no compulsory single supplement when you travel with us. For accommodation, solo travellers share a twin room with another solo traveller of the same gender. If you’d prefer your own room, you can choose to pay a single supplement instead. Check the individual tour page for pricing.
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No. Flights aren't included, giving you flexibility over how you get there and when you travel. Your tour information will tell you where and when to meet the group on day one.
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