
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam Schiphol (or similar)
- Amsterdam
14 Days, 11 Countries. Experience enchanting Western and Eastern Europe cities including Amsterdam, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Venice, Florence and Paris.
14 Days, 11 Countries. Experience enchanting Western and Eastern Europe cities including Amsterdam, Prague, Budapest, Vienna, Venice, Florence and Paris.

This 2-week, guided Europe trip is perfect for passionate travellers! See the best of Western and Eastern Europe. Experience Dutch lifestyle in Amsterdam and cruise through Germany’s Rhine Valley. Venture through centuries-old cities like Nuremberg, Prague and Bratislava. Taste Italian cuisine, marvel at the Swiss Alps and explore Paris.
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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.
14 days itinerary trip from Amsterdam to Amsterdam visiting 11 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 Amsterdam, click here to book pre and post-tour accommodation through our partner Booking.com.





































Welcome to Amsterdam! Start your Europe Jewel adventure with a visit to a cheese farm and clog factory in the Dutch countryside. Next, enjoy free time in the lakeside town of Volendam. Then, head to Zaanse Schans, known for its historic windmills and wooden houses. Later, experience an Amsterdam canal cruise with a delicious, two-course dinner onboard.

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!

Enjoy some free time for lunch in this lakeside town. Be sure to sample some fresh seafood from the vendors lining the beautiful harbour.

See the scenery that the Netherlands is famous for - windmills, wooden houses and green hills await!

Discover a unique way of sightseeing while you admire the city’s top landmarks from its beloved waterways and enjoy a two-course dinner onboard.

Continue on to the picturesque Rhine Valley in Germany. Visit a local wine merchant for an included tasting. You may even get to try eiswein (ice wine)! Next, board a riverboat and sail from Boppard to St Goar. With the highest concentration of medieval castles in all of Europe dotted along the riverbanks, this is a cruise to remember!

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.

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.

This morning, visit the Bavarian city of Nuremberg which was painstakingly rebuilt after WWII. Later, arrive in Prague and embark on a walking tour with a local guide. This enchanting destination will keep your camera clicking! The quirky bars and cobbled lanes add to the city’s charm. Taste authentic Czech cuisine at tonight’s group dinner. Na zdraví!

Join your tour leader on an orientation tour of this historic Bavarian city’s top sights. Start at Kaiserburg and finish in Hauptmarkt.

Join a local guide and see highlights like Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square, and enjoy views of the iconic Prague Castle.

Experience authentic Czech cuisine at a local restaurant. You will also have the option to try the famous Czech beer. Pilsner anyone?

Explore more of Prague on today’s free day. This mesmerising city is described as the “jewel in the crown of Central Europe”. Join the Prague+ optional excursion to discover the city’s rich history, stunning architecture and the exquisite Prague Castle. Tonight, enjoy Czech culture with an optional dinner featuring traditional food, music and dancing!

Tour the incredible Prague Castle, wander through the charming Mala Strana neighbourhood, cruise the Vltava River, enjoy a buffet lunch and more!

Enjoy a delicious three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks while delighting in a traditional folk show complete with Czech music and dancing!

Head for the grandeur of Vienna, visiting Bratislava, Capital of Slovakia on the way. Spot its medieval castle and marvel at Socialist-era architecture. Next stop, Vienna, Austria! Enjoy a guided walking tour of the UNESCO-listed city centre. After tonight’s included dinner, choose to enjoy an orchestra performance. Experience classical music in a venue where Mozart himself once performed!

Join your tour leader for an orientation tour of Bratislava’s charming and historic landmarks. Gaze up at Bratislava Castle which overlooks the city.

Explore Vienna’s Golden Mile, discover the courtyards and passages around the Hofburg (Imperial Castle) and admire St. Stephen’s Cathedral with a local guide.

Experience a Mozart and Strauss concert in the historic Schönbrunn Orangery. Explore the stunning Orangery Gardens during intermission!

Bid farewell to Vienna and head to Budapest, Hungary's striking capital. Explore its mix of Baroque, Neoclassical, and Art Nouveau architecture on a locally-guided driving tour. Admire landmarks like St. Stephen’s Basilica and the Houses of Parliament. After free time, opt for a memorable Danube dinner cruise for spectacular views of Budapest at night!

Marvel at must-see attractions like Budapest Parliament, St Stephen's Basilica, the State Opera House and the castle district on this locally-guided driving tour.

Indulge in a traditional Hungarian feast as you admire Budapest’s top sights from the water with a nighttime cruise along the Danube River.

Leave Budapest for Lake Balaton, Central Europe’s largest lake, and a popular summer destination. Visit the charming city of Maribor before arriving in Ljubljana. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the Slovenian capital. Admire its fairytale castle and impressive architecture. Then, opt for an excursion to explore further and taste traditional Slovenian food before returning to the hotel.

Meander around the beautiful Lake Balaton and tick the largest lake in central Europe off your bucket list!

Explore the beautiful city of Maribor in Slovenia and enjoy free time to find a local spot for lunch.

Join a local guide to explore Ljubljana’s old town, Preseren Square, the Riverfront, Dragon Bridge and more. Don’t miss St. Nicholas Church’s spectacular Baroque architecture!

Experience an enchanting evening in Ljubljana. Tour the fairytale castle overlooking the city and enjoy a traditional Slovenian dinner!

Discover Slovenian wine culture with a sommelier-led tasting in Ljubljana’s Old Town, followed by a delicious three-course dinner of local delicacies.

Before departing Slovenia, visit the town of Postojna. Opt for an unmissable tour of the dazzling Postojna Cave! Next stop is Venice; a city immortalised in literature, film and art thanks to its timeless waterways and artistic masterpieces. Don’t miss the An Evening in Venice optional excursion, featuring a gondola and water taxi cruise, plus a delicious local dinner!

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.

Embark on a guided tour of Postojna Cave! Take the underground train through dazzling sights such as stalagmites, a vivarium and even a post office.

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.

Leaving Venice is never easy, but Tuscany is calling! On arrival in Florence, admire panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo before embarking on a locally-guided tour. Learn all about this Renaissance city’s fascinating history and landmarks before enjoying free time to explore at your own pace. Tonight, savour a traditional Italian meal before heading to the Tuscan countryside for tonight’s accommodation.

Explore this historic, Renaissance city. See highlights like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo, and the replica of Michelangelo’s David.

Indulge in a delicious Italian meal at a local restaurant in Florence.

Departing Tuscany, head for one of Europe's most famous buildings. Learn the story behind the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and snap some photos! Then, journey through stunning Alpine scenery into Switzerland. Marvel at snow-capped mountain views before arriving in a charming Swiss village. Settle in for a two-night stay and enjoy an included dinner this evening.

Tick the Leaning Tower of Pisa off your bucket list and snap iconic photos of yourself ‘holding up’ this world-famous landmark!

Marvel at the spectacular views on a drive through mountain passes and alongside lakes, breathtaking mountain vistas and scenic views of quaint Swiss towns.

The Swiss Alps are yours to explore today! The Jungfraujoch: Journey to the Top of Europe optional excursion is highly recommended! Visit the highest train station in Europe, play in the snow, visit the Sphinx Observatory, explore the ice palace, and admire the glacier views! This evening, opt for the Alpine Dinner Experience for a traditional Swiss meal.

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!

It's time for the city of lights and love: Paris! Arriving in the afternoon, embark on a riveting driving tour of the French capital. Get your cameras ready for the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe! Take note of places to visit on tomorrow’s free day. After, sit down for a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.

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!

Enjoy a free day to embrace the magic of Paris! Choose to delve deeper with Paris+ and visit a famous macaron shop and perfume museum, snap breathtaking photos from the Galeries Lafayette terrace, and cruise the River Seine. Later, choose to stroll the romantic Montmartre neighbourhood and enjoy a Parisian dinner. Complete the night with an optional cabaret show!

Spend the day ticking off Parisian highlights! Today includes top attractions, macarons, perfume, a River Seine Cruise and much 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!

Depart Paris, sit back and relax as the tour travels to today’s first stop - the Belgian city of Ghent. Enjoy free time to explore the medieval city centre and grab a bite to eat. Afterwards, drive back to Amsterdam where the tour comes to an end. Be sure to exchange contact details with your fellow travellers before travelling onwards!

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!
Saeed Nia
Europe tour
It was amazing experience with limited time we have done I really appreciate from Ruma and Pascal
Greg
Great , love it
We really liked this trip , but some of the hotels could be better
Drae
Excellent
This tour is compact and full of adventures everyday. The best tours guide and driver wee available to put us at ease.
TUA

Wonderful trip,Great experience for Europe coach tour.Everthing organised.The program tour is good.Bus is very clean and driver is very nice "Walter".Great tour leader"Sem" always good jobs.We will be back.
Dave

We recently returned from the Europe Jewel tour and we couldn't be more impressed with how smoothly and professionally everything was organised. Mayra and Pascal conduct was outstanding particulary when faced with logistic and personnel matters, well done.
Bossy

I had a wonderful 2 weeks experience with the group. And special thanks to our tour guide Peter Keron and also to our bus captain Jeffrey de Haard. Peter is one of a kind tour guide, very knowlegable with the places we've been thru. And to Jeffrey for driving us around safely and always on time.
Marie

My first time to be in a tour group. For sure this will not be my first time, and definitely with EXPAT Tours again. Itineraries were well planned, no time wasted, our driver Captain Jeff is always on time and very helpful and I salute to Peter Keron, his leadership is amazing, he make sure that everybody in the group is having a good time. Peter is very knowledgeable in every country that we visited, a great story teller and always buy as treats in every place we go. Very funny and with a very good sense of humor, truly an asset to EXPAT Travel and Tours. We were treated like a family, looking forward for our next trip with Expat again.
Kelly

Kudos to Peter(tour leader) and Jef(bus driver)
Ann

Karlijn (group leader) and Pascal (bus driver) definitely helped make this trip through Europe even more amazing! Can't believe all of the beautiful parts of Europe we saw! Can't wait to revisit our favorite countries!
Bev

Myra was a great leader , she made sure we seen as much as we could and we appreciated everything she did . It was an experience. Of a life time !!
Joy

From the start to finished of the tour was excellent, Our tour guide was very professional, Miss Roma is a true leader, compassionate, words can't describe how this lady looked after us throughout our holiday. Fantastic lour leadership, also Mr Coen, our amazing, wonderful, very professional Driver who make sure our journey was safe, these 2 wonderful team kept our spirits going. 100% money well spent.
Efren & Gemma

Gustavo, our tour leader made our experience so enjoyable, relaxed and easy. He was very caring and did his best to assist us in any way he could. Even when some things didn't go according to plan, he still remained positive. Having Gustavo as our tour leader made all the difference to our time in Europe. Gustavo is a GEM in Expat Explore. 5 star driving from Coen. He was very safe and careful and we felt very comfortable riding in the bus with him as our driver.
CHETHAN

NO DOUBT THIS WAS THE BEST. I HAD NEVER TRAVELED BEFORE WITH ANY OTHER AGENCY BUT FOR SURE IF IN FUTURE I WANT TRAVEL THEN IT LL BE EXPAT EXPLORE. FROM TOUR GUIDE (MR GUSTAVO) TO COACH AND DRIVER (MR SAM) THEY WERE JUST AMAZING. WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH TO EXPRESS HOW FANTASTIC THEY MADE MY TRIP. AMAZING GUYS AND AMAZING HOTELS.
Sur

wifi is needed on the bus
Arnold M.

I would definitely booked another trip with Expat Explore after the 14 days Europe Jewel. Thank you to out tour leader Perci and our Driver Zoltan for keeping us safe. It was my first time doing a group tour and it was the best decision I make it terms of traveling. Make a-lot of people and make some friends along the way. The tour is self was awesome the way it was organized. Hands down to Perci for his expertise, he makes everything looks easy and even though alot of unexpected circumstances happen even on our first day. I'll highly recommend Expat Explore to everyone, especially to all my friends when I get back home.
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Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +$1,335 pp
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Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +$1,335 pp
Instalment option available for as little as $442 per month
Price is based on a sharing twin room.
Private Room Upgrade (optional) +$1,335 pp
Instalment option available for as little as $425 per month
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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.
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Classic groups have on average between 35-45 Chasers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
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.
Maximum value, not minimum comfort. Twenty-one years of supplier relationships mean we know where to find the best for less, and we pass that directly to you. Comfortable hotels, included meals and local experiences, without paying for the premium tier.
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.
You might arrive alone. You won't feel that way for long.
Yes. You don't need any previous group travel experience. Your Tour Leader is with you throughout, and you'll have a whole group of people discovering the destination alongside you. If you're not sure which Classic tour is right for you, we can help.
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.
Yes. Travel insurance is a condition of booking. Your policy should cover the full duration of your trip, including medical expenses, cancellation and repatriation. Find out more about our travel insurance requirements here.
Our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee gives you 10 days to decide after booking. Change your mind? Full refund, no questions asked.
After this point, your deposit is non-refundable. However, you can always change your tour or departure date free of charge, as many times as you like, up to 60 days before departure on Classic tours and up to 90 days before departure on Premium and Signature tours. Changes may incur an amendment fee. The current website price applies to any new tour or date.
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Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and our head office team.
Travel Chasers is a member of ABTA (No. Y6593) and ABTOT (No. 5517). Both organisations have codes of conduct and standards that members are required to meet, giving you an extra layer of confidence when you travel with us.
Our Classic & Premium tours have a minimum age of 10 years old, while our Signature tours have a minimum age of 18 years old. We may consider younger children on certain tours on a case-by-case basis. Get in touch in writing and we'll let you know what's possible.
Before the tour starts, we'll email you to ask about any dietary requirements. A vegetarian option is available at all included meals. We can't guarantee vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free options, so if your requirements are strict, it's worth bringing snacks as backup.
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