15 days tour

Barcelona To Berlin

Barcelona To Berlin

This tour includes:

Guide

All Intrepid group trips in Europe are accompanied by one of our local European group leaders. โ€™Localโ€™ in this context means a leader who is European or lives in Europe. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced leader however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders. Your leader takes care of logistics, will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. At Intrepid we also aim to support local guides in the individual cities or locations we travel to. If you are interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your leader can recommend an optional local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.

Transport

Train,Public bus,Metro,Tram TRANSPORT IN EUROPE: Half the fun of travel is the travelling itself, thatโ€™s why we like to travel the local way โ€“ whether that means mingling with commuters on a local train, watching the scenery roll by from the window of a long distance bus, arriving on a high speed train in the city centre of your next destination, or navigating each cityโ€™s public transport system. In Europe, you are guaranteed to travel by genuine local public transport wherever possible, which puts you right in the centre of the action.

Meals

12 breakfasts

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation. Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if weโ€™re arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isnโ€™t always possible which means we wonโ€™t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available. OCCASIONAL ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION: The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline. On rare occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our usual accommodation. A similar standard of accommodation will be used in these instances. CHECK-IN TIME: Throughout the trip we request that our hotels prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if weโ€™re arriving prior to normal check-in time. However this isnโ€™t always possible which means we wonโ€™t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination. PRE/POST TRIP ACCOMMODATION: If youโ€™ve purchased pre-trip or post-trip accommodation (if available), you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights. FACILITIES: Your accommodation may not always have private en suite facilities or air-conditioning. European hotels generally donโ€™t provide kettles or fridges. Hotel (8 nights),Hostel (6 nights)

Not included:

Others

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

Optional

Other activities and services not included

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Itinerary of your trip Barcelona To Berlin

  • Day 1 Day 1: Barcelona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Barcelona

      Hola! Welcome to Barcelona, Spain. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting around 7 pm today. If you arrive early, why not use this time to get your bearings. There are plenty of galleries, cafes and historic corners to keep you busy. After the welcome meeting, perhaps head out for some tapas with your fellow travellers so you can get to know them โ€“ your group leader will know some choice spots to go.

      Accommodation: Hostel

  • Day 2 Day 2: Barcelona
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Barcelona

      Today is free for you to explore at your own pace. There are plenty of optional activities to choose from. Perhaps take the funicular to the top of Montjuic or Tibidabo for panoramic views of the harbour or visit Gaudiโ€™s La Sagrada Familia Basilica โ€“ possibly the most iconic landmark in Barcelona. Speak to your leader if youโ€™re having trouble deciding where to spend your time today.

      Accommodation: Hostel

  • Day 3 Day 3: Avignon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Avignon

      Take the train to Avignon in southwest France (approximately 5โ€“6 hours). This journey is quite spectacular, so make sure youโ€™re ready for photos and try to nab a window seat. With mountain hideaways and emerald vineyards, the Mediterranean coastline folds into table-top mountains where fields of lavender and wildflower cover the landscape. On arrival into Avignon, check in to your hotel and then take a walk around a walled city that was once home to French popes for more than a century.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 4 Day 4: Avignon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Avignon

      There are no scheduled activities today, so you can explore the local sites at your own pace with help from the optional activities list. Maybe comb the cityโ€™s impressive collection of art, visit the grand Palais des Papes (Popeโ€™s Palace) or cross the iconic bridge of Pont St-Benezet. You could even hire a bike to see more of this picturesque valley and head to one of the cityโ€™s amazing bakeries. There are also many small local bistros that serve up great regional cuisine โ€“ why not get some of your travel pals together for a French-inspired feast.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 5 Day 5: Lyon
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Lyon

      Travel north by train for just an hour to Franceโ€™s third largest city, Lyon. This UNESCO World Heritage site is known for its diverse architecture โ€“ think Roman ruins, Renaissance palaces and even modern skyscrapers. Start your visit with an orientation walk with your leader to get the lay of the land and scheme up some spots to return to on your own later today. Donโ€™t miss the opportunity to sample some local dishes and eateries in this gastronomy hotspot. Stock up at some of the cityโ€™s many patisseries, boulangeries and cafes with meats, cheeses, breads and a famous Lyonnais pink praline tart. A 30-minute stroll from your hotel along the Rhone takes you to Franceโ€™s largest urban park, Parc de la Tete dโ€™Or. Have a picnic and enjoy the parkโ€™s botanical gardens and row boats.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 6 Day 6: Paris
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Paris

      This morning, travel by train to the city of light and love โ€“ Paris! Rich in museums, art galleries, monuments, fashion and delicious food, Paris offers a wealth of major sights and things to do. On arrival into the city, check in to the hotel and then explore at your leisure. Wandering around the Champs-Elysees, the student-filled Latin Quarter, or bohemian Montmartre will give you a good feel for the city. There is so much to do in Paris that it might be a good idea to make a plan before you arrive, so you can get to see all you want!

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 7 Day 7: Paris
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Paris

      A full free day in Paris? Oui oui! The Tuileries, Plantes and Jardin du Luxembourg are all excellent places to enjoy a simple baguette with cheese. Or perhaps explore the world-famous Louvre, where you can see the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. Maybe climb the Eiffel Tower โ€“ or take the lift โ€“ for some impressive aerial views of Paris. When night falls, Marais is a great district for trendy bars and eateries, while Bastille is well-known for its clubs.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 8 Day 8: Luxembourg City
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Luxembourg City

      Take the train from Paris to Luxembourg City (approximately 2 hours). One of the smallest countries in the EU, Luxembourg is full of historical charm and natural beauty. Check in to the hotel on arrival and then head out into the cityโ€™s World Heritage-listed Old Town, which is perched high above the narrow valleys of the Alzette and Petrusse rivers. Stroll along the promenade of Chemin de la Corniche โ€“ said to be โ€™Europeโ€™s most beautiful balconyโ€™. The rest of your day is free for you do to whatever you want. Perhaps take a guided tour of the 16th-century turreted Palais Grand-Ducal, which is home to the Grand Duke.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 9 Day 9: Brussels
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Brussels

      Leave Luxembourg behind and jump on a train to Brussels (around 3.5 hours), where you can explore at your own pace on arrival. Maybe wander down to the Manneken Pis (Little Peeing Man) โ€“ an iconic symbol of Belgium. If youโ€™re interested in music, a must-see place is The Musical Instrument Museum. Three floors of musical instruments coming from every corner of the world and hundreds of years of musical history in one place. If you feel like a night out, Ilot Sacre is a great place to find good food and fun bars.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 10 Day 10: Brussels
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Brussels

      Enjoy another free day in Brussels. Perhaps visit the iconic Atomium โ€“ a silver structure built in 1958 for Brussels Worldโ€™s Fair. If you want to explore further afield, you could choose to take a day trip to Antwerp or Bruges. As always, chat to your leader for advice โ€“ itโ€™s why theyโ€™re here!

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 11 Day 11: Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Amsterdam

      New day, new country! Cross another border as you travel by bus to the capital of the Netherlands, Amsterdam (approximately 3 hours). The best way to get your head around this city is to do as locals do โ€“ cycle. Amsterdam is a network of canals, bridges and parks perfect for exploring on a bike. If youโ€™re an art-lover, Amsterdam is home to plenty of museums. One of its best is the Rijksmuseum, which houses one of Rembrandtโ€™s most famous works โ€“ โ€™The Night Watchโ€™. Alternatively, head to the Van Gogh Museum, which comprises nearly every painting, sketch, print, etching and piece of correspondence that Vincent van Gogh ever produced, including โ€™Sunflowersโ€™.

      Accommodation: Hostel

  • Day 12 Day 12: Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Amsterdam

      Enjoy another day to explore at your own pace in Amsterdam. You could visit Anne Frankโ€™s House โ€“ the former hiding place of the famous child diarist and seven others during WWII has been preserved as a museum. Or perhaps visit the De Waag, a 15th-century building on Nieuwmarkt square first constructed as a gate for the cityโ€™s fortified walls.

      Accommodation: Hostel

  • Day 13 Day 13: Amsterdam
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: Amsterdam

      With yet another free day, why not get to know the secrets of its food and drink? For a snack, pannekoeken will go down a treat โ€“ sometimes sweet, sometimes savoury, but always delicious! You could order some salty fries, taste some of the rich cheeses on offer, or discover their cafรฉ culture. A popular activity is to bask in the glory of liquid sunshine โ€“ visit the best bars, breweries and beer halls of this brew-loving city. From a place where nuns used to brew ales, to the mothership of Dutch beer brewing โ€“ the original Heineken building โ€“ get out to see and taste the Netherlandsโ€™ strong beer history.

      Accommodation: Hostel

  • Day 14 Day 14: Berlin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Berlin

      Take the train to Berlin (approximately 6.5 hours). Berlin is huge, with plenty of impressive sites and a great bar scene. Thereโ€™s the Brandenburg Gate, remnants of the Berlin Wall, the dominating Reichstag building and popular Checkpoint Charlie. There are also a couple of unique memorials like the Jewish memorial and the Topography of Terror, both of which are well worth your time.

      Accommodation: Hotel

  • Day 15 Day 15: Berlin
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 15: Berlin

      There are no activities planned for today and your tour comes to an end after breakfast. If youโ€™d like to spend more time in Berlin, weโ€™ll be happy to organise additional accommodation (subject to availability). Please speak to an Intrepid booking agent for more information.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 15 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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