Rome to Budapest: Canals & Capitals
9 days
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$ 1402
Duration9 days
This trip is perfect for the young, budget-conscious traveller eager to check a bunch of boxes off their travelling to-do list in one fell swoop. Beginning in Rome — the crucible of Western civilization — and wrapping up in beautiful Budapest, you’ll sample the regional specialties and delicious wines of Italy, get in touch with the continent’s rich culture in famed museums and galleries, and compare dance floors in the nightclubs of Europe’s party capitals.
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Duration: 9 daysService level: Basic
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Physical Grading: Light
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Ages: 18+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Rome
Arrive at any time.
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: Rome/Florence
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!
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!
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.
Day 3: Florence
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.
Free day in Florence to explore. Opt for a day trip to nearby Siena, or just enjoy all the city has to offer.
Day 4: Florence/Venice
Opt to take a ride in a gondola, visit Piazza San Marco, or discover the magic behind Murano glass.
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.
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.
Day 6: Ljubljana/Vienna
Catch the train to Vienna. Take a short orientation walk around this incredible city.
End place: Vienna
Day 7: Vienna
Start place: Vienna
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).
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.
End place: Vienna
Day 8: Vienna/Budapest
Start place: Vienna
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.
Orientation walk upon arrival in Budapest, then enjoy a free afternoon to explore. Visit the beautiful Parliament building, stroll along the streets or check out the thermal baths. Opt for an evening out with the group.
Day 9: Budapest
Want to see more of Budapest? Book post-tour accommodation to experience all this city has to offer.
Depart at any time.
Inclusions
Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Migrantour Rome, Rome Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group 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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Transport
Train, Public bus, Metro, Walking -
Accommodation
Simple hotels/hostels (8 nts, multi-share)