Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Transport

Train, public bus, metro, walking.

Hygieneprotocol

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Accommodation

Hotels/hostels (8 nts, multi-share with 2-6 people).

Others

Your G for Good Moment: Migrantour Rome, Rome Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Discover Moment: Florence Your Discover Moment: Venice Your Big Night Out Moment: Budapest. Orientation walks of Venice, Vienna, and Budapest. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

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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 ).

Flights

Meals

No meals included

Others

1. It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places. 2. In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. We use public transport on this trip, which means you will need to carry your luggage from platform to platform, in and out of trains and buses etc. and also possibly up several flights of stairs. You will also need to be able to stow your luggage safely on trains and buses. It is therefore essential that you pack light and bring luggage which is compact and lightweight, and which you can easily transport. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times. 3. This trip has a fast-paced itinerary with some long transport days - please check the itinerary carefully before deciding if this trip suits your needs. 4. Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour. Likewise, some staff and travel companions may be continuing together on another G Adventures tour, after your trip concludes. 5. Please note that if you wish to visit popular museums such as the Vatican Museums (Sistine Chapel) and Villa Borghese in Rome, and the Uffizi or Accademia Galleries in Florence, to avoid waiting in line for a long time (especially in high season May-September when it could be a question of hours!), it is advisable to reserve tickets in advance. Tickets can be reserved online at www.weekendafirenze.com or by phone (+39) 055 294883 from Monday to Friday 8.30am-6.30pm, Saturday 8.30am-12.30pm. If you are interested in purchasing tickets we recommend that you do so once your G Adventure trip is confirmed (up to 2 months before if possible), especially for the ever-popular Uffizi, and for any time after 11am on Day 3. For additional museum resources you might want to refer to this website, www.firenzemusei.it, for more information to plan your day in Florence. 6. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE: During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.Rome - Borghese Gallery (25EUR per person) - Pantheon Visit - Roman Forum Visit (24EUR per person) - Colosseum Visit (24EUR per person) - Christian Catacombs (8EUR per person) - Trastevere Visit Florence - Mercato Centrale (Mercato di San Lorenzo) Visit - Piazzale Michelangelo Walk - Medici Chapels Visit (10EUR per person) - Ponte Vecchio Visit - Il Duomo di Firenze Visit (Free) - Uffizi Gallery Visit (20.75EUR per person) - National Museum of Bargello (15.75EUR per person) - Florence Food Tour Siena - Siena Visit Murano - Murano and Burano Islands Visit (20EUR per person) Venice - Campanile San Marco Lookout (8EUR per person) - Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale) Visit (17EUR per person) - Gondola Ride (80EUR per group) Piazza San Marco - Saint Mark’s Square and Basilica Visit (Free) Ljubljana - Metelkova Mesto District (Free) - Ljubjana Castle & Funicular (10-15EUR per person) - Tivoli Park (Free) - Preseren Square (Free) Vienna - Belvedere Gallery Visit (19EUR per person) - Schönbrunn Palace Visit/Tour (11-15EUR per person) - Saint Stephen’s Cathedral Visit (Free) - Vienna State Opera House Visit (8EUR per person) - View Lipizzaner Horses at Spanish Riding School of Vienna (14EUR per person) - Vienna Boys’ Choir Visit (56-200EUR per person) Budapest - Buda Castle Visit (1500HUF per person) - Thermal Baths Visit (4200-5000HUF per person) - Budapest Bike Tour (28EUR per person) - Hungarian National Museum (1600HUF per person) - Hungarian State Opera House (2900HUF per person) - Great Market Hall Visit (Free) - Chain Bridge (Free) - Parliament Building Visit (5200HUF per person) - Budapest History Walking Tour

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Day 1 Day 1: Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Rome

Arrive at any time.

“On an evening in Roma…” Venture out to a bar or pub with your CEO and fellow travellers for drinks and conversation. As you explore the winding cobblestone streets and sidewalks of The Eternal City, prepare for the endless excitement about to unfold on the rest of your journey.

Included Activities:
- Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Connect With New Friends

Additional Notes: If you are arriving early and wish to see the Vatican Museums, it’s a good idea to book your ticket online from home. If you try waiting until you arrive it may be too late! We also suggest pre-booking tickets to the Borghese Gallery and the Colosseum to guarantee entrance and avoid long queues.
Day 2 Day 2: Rome/Florence
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Rome/Florence

Enjoy a G Adventures supported migrant led walk of Rome before heading to Florence. Walk through the city catching a glimpse of the Duomo, Piazza Indipendenza and Ponte Vecchio.
Explore a different side of Rome on a walking tour led by a migrant guide and see Rome through the eyes of a recent newcomer to Italy.

Leave Rome behind and head towards Florence. No city can boast of such artistic richness as this romantic Renaissance city. Food, art, culture, and beautiful views put this outstanding Italian city in a field of its own. The list of things to see and do in Florence and the surrounding Tuscan countryside is unlimited, be it art, nature, architecture, history, or food and drink!

Transport:
- Train 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Migrantour Rome
Day 3 Day 3: Florence
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Florence

Free day in Florence to explore. Opt for a day trip to nearby Siena, or just enjoy all the city has to offer.
For a truly local experience, indulge your inner gastronome on a culinary tour of the city. Opt to pre-book the "Florence Food Tour" on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Florence Food Tour
Day 4 Day 4: Florence/Venice
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Florence/Venice

Catch a train into Venice. Enjoy an orientation walk along the canals, then take some time to explore the city’s winding streets on your own.
Opt to take a ride in a gondola, visit Piazza San Marco, or discover the magic behind Murano glass.

Transport:
- Train: Florence to Venice 02:30 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation With CEO

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Venice Food Tour
Day 5 Day 5: Venice/Ljubljana
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Venice/Ljubljana

Journey to Ljubljana, Slovenia. Explore the Ljubjanica River lined with outdoor cafes, or opt to take a quick trip to nearby Bled.

Transport:
- Minibus 02:45 - 03:00 Hr(s)
Day 6 Day 6: Ljubljana/Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Ljubljana/Vienna

Catch the bus to Vienna. Take a short orientation walk around this incredible city.

Transport:
- Local Bus 04:30 - 05:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation With CEO
Day 7 Day 7: Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Vienna

Free time to wander the imperial streets of Austria’s capital, with its grand buildings, gardens, museums, and tasty pilsner. Opt to see the Lipizzaner ’dancing’ horses.
After tiring yourself out with sightseeing, pop into a café, a Viennese institution. For a slice of local life, the cafés are good places to relax and get your bearings while deciding what to do next. A delicious café experience involves Gugelhupf, one of Vienna’s specialty cakes, and a cup of Melange (half coffee, half milk).
Day 8 Day 8: Vienna/Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Vienna/Budapest

Travel from Vienna to Budapest by train and take orientation walk upon arrival before enjoying a free afternoon to explore. Visit the beautiful Parliament building, stroll along the streets or check out the thermal baths. Hit up the city’s nightlife in the evening on a Big Night Out with the group.
To gain deeper insight on local history, opt to pre-book the "Budapest History Walking Tour" on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.

Transport:
- Train 04:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Orientation With CEO
- Big Night Out

Optional Extras to chose from:
- Budapest History Walking Tour
Day 9 Day 9: Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Budapest

Depart at any time.
Want to see more of Budapest? Book post-tour accommodation to experience all this city has to offer.

9 days tour

Rome To Budapest: Canals & Capitals

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Itinerary of your trip Rome To Budapest: Canals & Capitals

Day 1: Rome

Day 2: Rome/Florence

Day 3: Florence

Day 4: Florence/Venice

Day 5: Venice/Ljubljana

Day 6: Ljubljana/Vienna

Day 7: Vienna

Day 8: Vienna/Budapest

Day 9: Budapest

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