Gotta-See Europe: Germany, Austria, Italy
From AUD $3849 Was AUD $5499
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Gotta-See Europe: Germany, Austria, Italy
17 days
Small Group
Basic
Light
English
Experience Overview
Amsterdam to Rome, with Europe’s best-of-the-best destinations in between — yeah, this epic 17-day, hostel-based adventure really is as good as it sounds.
Amsterdam to Rome, with Europe’s best-of-the-best destinations in between — yeah, this epic 17-day, hostel-based adventure really is as good as it sounds. You’ll get up close to Berlin’s history and vibrant art scene, as well as the jaw-dropping architecture of Prague and Vienna. You’ll hike around a ridiculously scenic mountain lake on the way to Salzburg. You’ll get immersed in Innbruck’s alpine charm, live out Italian fantasies in the Tuscan countryside, and sample the most mouth-watering cuisine in Rome. If you’re looking for the the total Europe experience, oh yeah, you found it.
Highlights
- Cruise around Amsterdam on a bike tour
- Take a hike along a gorgeous lake at Konigssee near Salzburg
- Hike in the Italian alps along Lake Misurina
- Enjoy local brews with a beer tasting in Prague
- Try local delicacies on a market and food tour in Venice
- Sample delicious local food in Rome.
Trip Details
17 days
Private vehicle, train, and walking.
Small Group
English
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Rome, Italy
Basic
Budget
Light
Itinerary
Day 1: Amsterdam
Day 2: Amsterdam/Berlin
Day 3: Berlin
Want to try something even cooler? Rent a bike and visit the now defunct Tempelhof Airport which doubles as a beautiful park space in the city. (A best-kept local secret if we do say so ourselves). At night lounge in the hostel or witness the vibrant nightlife Berlin is known for.
Day 4: Berlin/Prague
Afterwards, hit the road and arrive in Prague by early evening. Your day doesn't end here, gather as a group and go on a highlight walk with your cool CEO passing must-see places like, the TV Tower of Prague, the Astronomical Clock, Charles Bridge, and John Lennon's Wall, followed by a beer tasting to experience Prague's famous brews.
Day 5: Prague
Day 6: Prague/Vienna
Finish the day in Vienna where you'll get to know the city as a group on an evening highlights walk. Pass sites like St. Stephen's Cathedral, Rathaus, National Library, The Hofburg and much more. Later, kick back, relax, and have some laughs at your hostel.
Day 7: Vienna
Remember, we all need a little downtime during our travels, so if you need a break we get it. Grab a coffee, order a slice of mouthwatering cake and settle yourself in with your pals on a café terrace as the world moves on around you. Don't worry, you still have plenty of time to keep finding a few world-famous museums and indulge in typical Austrian desserts like strudel or Sacher Torte. Keep in mind your CEO just might know the best secret places that will really set your experience apart from the main crowd. Ask away!
Day 8: Vienna/Salzburg
Salzburg is up next, so don't forget to save some of that wanderlust energy! You'll go with the group on an orientation walk of the city. Wander the historic squares and quaint little side streets of Salzburg Old Town. Climb Festungsberg Hill to visit Hohensalzburg Castle, or find the birthplace of Mozart and meet up to go to the museum there.
Day 9: Salzburg/Munich
Spend time in Marienplatz, home to the Old and New Town Halls. Find the famous glockenspiel, or one of the many great beer halls, or the green dome-crested towers of the iconic Church of Our Lady. The vibe is totally up to you, have a pint, or two, or three!
Day 10: Munich
Day 11: Munich/Innsbruck
Day 12: Innsbruck/Venice
Day 13: Venice
The main city is small enough that you can walk it in several hours with the added bonus of getting those steps in. Explore the canals, relax in the small squares, and go cafe-hopping for coffee, pastries, wine, or all three, because why not? See Venice from the water on a gondola ride through the canals, run through the pigeons or people watch in St. Mark's Square, take an elevator ride up to the top of the Campanile Di San Marco for panoramic views of the city below. Your only real job today is to have a blast!!
Day 14: Venice/Florence
This evening happens to be perfect if you are looking to relax, eat some more (if you can), or recover from those food comas in your hostel before a quick highlight tour of the city.
Day 15: Florence
Day 16: Florence/Rome
The night is yours! Did someone say dance party?
Day 17: Rome
We recommend booking post-tour accommodation to fully explore this magnificent city. Please speak to a G Adventures representative about booking accommodations in Rome after the final day of this itinerary.
Please note that if Vatican City is on your must-see list, we highly recommend purchasing your tickets online several weeks prior to your trip. Advance tickets can be reserved online at https://tickets.museivaticani.va/home. Same-day entrance to St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums (including the Sistine Chapel) cannot be guaranteed without advance tickets.
We also recommend pre-booking your ticket to the Colosseum to guarantee entrance and avoid long queues:
https://ticketing.colosseo.it/en
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $5499
Duration: 17 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Light
Amsterdam to Rome, with Europe’s best-of-the-best destinations in between — yeah, this epic 17-day, hostel-based adventure really is as good as it sounds.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 02 Nov 2025
Customer Reviews
11/21/2023
I had an excellent time on my trip with no issues. Would highly recommend to anyone that asks me.
11/21/2023
I'm definitely likely to recommend this style of travel, there was just things that I was unaware of that I would let people know of.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
11/21/2023
I had an excellent time on my trip with no issues. Would highly recommend to anyone that asks me.
11/21/2023
I'm definitely likely to recommend this style of travel, there was just things that I was unaware of that I would let people know of.
11/21/2023
It would depend on the person i recommend to if they like their trip to be planned but still have free time this is it for them if they want more planned activities maybe not
11/21/2023
I think the trip was well organised in terms of transport and accommodation. The stress of finding a place to stay and in navigating to and from each hostel was taken off my hands thankfully! The convenience in terms of actually sorting out the logistics of the trip was a major positive as to why I'd score 8/10.
11/07/2023
My overall experience was amazing
09/26/2023
Just loved every minute of it
09/21/2023
This method of travel is perfect for the newbie or up and coming traveller. Having autonomy to pick what you'd like to do in a place, but being able to step back from the tough tasks like travel and accommodation really allowed me to enjoy the places visited more freely. I took the mindset that this ?lots of places in little time? as a taster of Germany, Italy and Austria and felt that we had enough time to really engage with the ?must see? sites within each place. I'd also recommend it based upon the expertise used to find the ?off the beaten track places? that are usually the most special. For me, some of the best experiences came in day trips to rural German lakes and medieval towns.
09/12/2023
I think this trip was great value for money in terms of accommodation & travel provided for the cost. The standard of the majority of hostels was great, the private bus between destinations made it a very easy and comfortable way to travel. Even the rail portions of the travel was as streamlined as possible, with G Adventures handling the reservations. Overall, I think that the money paid was justified for the standard of accommodation for 17 nights, and the basically stress free travel between destinations. The knowledge and enthusiasm of the CEO also added to the experience. I also think that style of the trip allows for as much or as little alone time/doing your own thing as you wish, and there is always the option of joining in with the main group (which also allows you to control your spending).
08/29/2023
Had a great time!
08/29/2023
Met great people, saw amazing things and learnt tons of history from the very knowledgeable tour guide
08/15/2023
I really enjoyed the trip and travelling in a group. I got to meet so many lovely people and I think travelling around with a big group of people you really like and get along with was really special. I made some best friends on the trip and sharing all the special moments of the trip with them made the whole thing even more special and enjoyable. I would recommend G Adventures because I think it was a very organised and well-planned out trip with a lot of thought out into the route and I like the values of the company and the fact you promote more sustainable travel and put effort into improving communities that people visit on these trips.
08/15/2023
Great People. Great times.
08/01/2023
One of the best trips of my life. Claudia is the most amazing tour guide, I could not have asked for more. I made beautiful friends and have the best memories from this tour
08/01/2023
Great experience, only a little bit of unexpected hassle. Would highly recommend.
07/04/2023
We didn't stay in the best of areas. No one was ever on time by at least half an hour. We weren't given the best advice as to what was around each town in terms of stuff to do. Was a great time don't get me wrong. I've just had better tours for those reasons.
07/04/2023
It is a great way to meet people and travel to many places in a small time frame with simple accommodation, but this may not be for everyone.
07/04/2023
I loved all aspects of the tour. I just hated being in big crowds in busy areas which is something that is uncontrollable. But overall loved the experience
07/04/2023
I absolutely loved every minute of my trip. My CEO was wonderful and was very knowledgeable about all of the places we went to. The others on the tour were also lovely people and everyone got along well. Over all an awesome experience
06/06/2023
Good social atmosphere and age range for group travel
06/06/2023
Met some amazing people and our CEO was a king. Was upset to end the tour
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