Basix
Explorer
Rail
Barcelona to Amsterdam
15 days
Start
Barcelona, Spain
Finish
Berlin, Germany
Trip Code
ZMRPC
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 16
Physical Rating
Meals
11 breakfasts
Transport
Train, Tram, Public Bus, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (8 nights), Hostel (6 nights)
From £3,141(15 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Wander the streets of Barcelona and discover Gaudi’s architecture with your local leader by your side. After, maybe visit the La Sagrada Familia Basilica – the largest unfinished Catholic church in the world.
Visit a floating farm in Rotterdam, where you’ll learn about sustainable farming practices and see the resident cows living and grazing along the harbour.
Explore the many romantic districts and hidden alleyways of Paris. Dive into the local food scene with a croissant or coffee and tick the Eiffel Tower off your list in your free time.
Discover Amsterdam’s museums, cafe culture and leafy parks. Maybe visit the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum or Anne Frank House to brush up on your art history.
Travel like the locals do on public transport. Take the train cross-country and enjoy extra time to relax, play games with fellow travellers and watch the changing landscapes roll by.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has a mix of included activities and free time where your leader will have the best recommendations. Please budget spending money for optional activities. We recommend booking tickets one month in advance for any optional activities that require pre-booking.
As accommodation on this trip is twin-share, solo travellers will share a room with other travellers of the same gender. Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be small and in some cases bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite. Elevators may not be available in older buildings in Europe.
Summer temperatures can be very high in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water. Please keep in mind that many European hotel rooms are not equipped with air-conditioning. In Winter, warm waterproof layers will be needed as snow and rain can be expected. Carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive in the city centre. You'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find specifics under ‘Packing’ in the Essential Trip Information.
The best way to experience a city is by doing as the locals do – and in this case that means using public transport such as trams, buses or metro at some locations.
Make sure your shoes are comfy as you’ll spend most days on your feet.
This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has a mix of included activities and free time where your leader will have the best recommendations. Please budget spending money for optional activities. We recommend booking tickets one month in advance for any optional activities that require pre-booking.
As accommodation on this trip is twin-share, solo travellers will share a room with other travellers of the same gender. Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be small and in some cases bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite. Elevators may not be available in older buildings in Europe.
Summer temperatures can be very high in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water. Please keep in mind that many European hotel rooms are not equipped with air-conditioning. In Winter, warm waterproof layers will be needed as snow and rain can be expected. Carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.
The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive in the city centre. You'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find specifics under ‘Packing’ in the Essential Trip Information.
The best way to experience a city is by doing as the locals do – and in this case that means using public transport such as trams, buses or metro at some locations.
Make sure your shoes are comfy as you’ll spend most days on your feet.
Itinerary
Discover the best bits of Western Europe your own way
See a few of Europe’s best cities on a 15-day adventure from Barcelona to Amsterdam, full of fun, flexibility and free time to explore each destination at your own pace. Join your local leader on orientation walks, wander the streets of Dijon and see Gaudi’s architecture in Barcelona. Explore the medieval walls of Girona, learn the history of gladiators in the Roman amphitheatre of Nimes and visit Europe’s largest seaport in Rotterdam. This trip balances the leisure of free time with curated, local experiences that offer a deep dive into the history of Western Europe.
Inclusions
Meals
11 breakfasts
Transport
Train, Tram, Public Bus, Metro
Accommodation
Hotel (8 nights), Hostel (6 nights)
Included activities
Barcelona - Vermouth Aperitivo
Barcelona - Orientation Walk
Barcelona - Churros Snack
Girona - Orientation Walk near the Medieval Walls
Nimes - Orientation walk
Avignon - Market Visit and Snack
Dijon - Mustard Making Workshop
Dijon - Orientation Walk
Paris - Orientation Walk
Brussels - Belgium Fries Snack
Brussels - Orientation Walk
Ghent - Orientation Walk
Bruges - Day Trip
Amsterdam - FEBO Snack
Amsterdam - Orientation Walk
Rotterdam - Floating Farm Visit
Rotterdam - Day Trip
Optional activities
Barcelona - La Sagrada Familia (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR26
Barcelona - Cable car to Montjuic (one way) - EUR10
Barcelona - Tapas Tour in El Raval Urban Adventure - EUR99
Barcelona - Casa Batllo (advance booking required) - EUR29
Barcelona - Contemporary Art Museum - EUR12
Barcelona - Old Santa Creu Hospital - EUR16
Barcelona - Museum of City History - EUR7
Barcelona - National Art Museum of Catalonia - EUR12
Barcelona - Ethnological and World Cultures - EUR5
Barcelona - Museum of Gaudi - EUR6
Barcelona - Guell Palace (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR12
Barcelona - Barcelona Cathedral - EUR9
Barcelona - Picasso Museum - EUR15
Girona - Jewish History Museum - EUR4
Girona - Arabic Baths - EUR3
Girona - Rocambolesc Heladeria (from) - EUR4
Girona - Game of Thrones Walking Tour (from) - EUR30
Nimes - Amphitheatre de Nimes - EUR10
Avignon - Collection Lambert Museum - EUR10
Avignon - Museum Calvet - EUR6
Avignon - Museum Lapidaire - EUR2
Avignon - Pont d'Avignon (Bridge of Avignon) - EUR5
Avignon - Palais des Papes - EUR15
Avignon - Museum of the Petit Palace - EUR6
Avignon - Wine Museum - EUR6
Avignon - Bike Hire - EUR15
Avignon - Lavender Museum - EUR8
Avignon - Roure Palace - EUR5
Avignon - Gourmet Tour (min. 4 pax) - EUR55
Avignon - Kayak Under The Pont d'Avignon (1 hour - from) - EUR12
Paris - Centre Pompidou (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR15
Paris - Museum of Comparative Anatomy and Paleontology - EUR7
Paris - Fragonard Perfume Museum - Free
Paris - Catacombs (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR31
Paris - Napoleon's Tomb & Les Invalides Army Museum - EUR15
Paris - Da Vinci Code Walking Tour - EUR25
Paris - Musee d'Orsay - EUR16
Paris - Louvre Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR22
Paris - Picasso Museum - EUR17
Paris - Rodin Museum - EUR14
Paris - Eiffel Tower (from - must be prebooked in advance) - EUR23
Paris - Sainte Chapelle & Conciergerie - EUR22
Paris - Arc de Triomphe - EUR20
Paris - Paradis Latin Cabaret Show (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR90
Paris - Gourmet Marais Urban Adventure - EUR78
Paris - Hidden Montmartre Urban Adventure - EUR35
Paris - Palace of Versailles & Gardens - EUR32
Brussels - Cantillon Brewery Visit - EUR8
Brussels - Museum of the Musical Instruments - EUR15
Brussels - Grand Place - Free
Brussels - Manneken Pis - Free
Brussels - Magritte Museum - EUR10
Brussels - Mini Europe Attraction Park - EUR20
Brussels - Local Brewery Visit With Tasting - EUR16
Brussels - Jeu de Balle Flea Market - Free
Ghent - St. Nicholas' Church - Free
Ghent - Gravensteen Castle - EUR13
Ghent - Canal boat tour - EUR10
Ghent - Belfry of Ghent - EUR11
Ghent - STAM (City Museum) - EUR10
Ghent - Museum of Fine Arts - EUR13
Bruges - Belfry of Bruges - EUR15
Bruges - Canal Boat Tour - EUR15
Bruges - Chocolate Workshop - EUR56
Bruges - Cycle trip to Damme - EUR13
Bruges - Museum St John's Hospital - EUR15
Bruges - Sint-Janshuismolen Mill - Free
Amsterdam - Rijksmuseum - EUR25
Amsterdam - Heineken Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR25
Amsterdam - Anne Frank's House (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR16
Amsterdam - Canal Boat Tour - EUR24
Amsterdam - Van Gogh Museum (must be prebooked in advance) - EUR24
Amsterdam - Bike Hire - EUR10
Amsterdam - Royal Palace - EUR13
Amsterdam - Bike Tour - EUR30
Amsterdam - Oude Kerk - EUR14
Rotterdam - Markthal Market - Free
Rotterdam - Cube House - EUR3
Rotterdam - Euromast Tower - EUR17
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