Euroventure
Islandbound: 3 Weeks
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Euroventure · Backpacker group tour
Eastern Europe: 3 Week Group Tour
Explore the best of Eastern Europe on the Eastern Europe Backpacker Trail - 3 weeks of cities, lakes, coastlines, and adventure.
Day by day
- Day 1railovernight: Berlin
Berlin (2 nights)
Meet your tour leader and fellow travellers in Berlin, a city of artistic energy, eclectic neighbourhoods and rich history. Included Activity: Group visit to the East Side Gallery, the longest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall. Suggested: pub crawl, street art safari in Kreuzberg/Friedrichshain, TV Tower. Train to Prague - 5 hours.
- Day 3railovernight: Prague
Prague (2 nights)
The city of a hundred spires, with stunning architecture and cobblestone streets. Included Activity: Medieval Tavern Show with a 5-course meal, drinks and entertainment. Suggested: Prague Castle, Nuclear Bunker and Communism Tour, Czech Pilsner beer tasting. Train to Vienna - 4 hours.
- Day 5railovernight: Vienna
Vienna (2 nights)
The city of music and imperial grandeur. Included Activity: Day trip to Bratislava, exploring Slovakia's historic old town, castle and the UFO Bridge. Suggested: Schonbrunn Palace, Spanish Riding School, a classical concert. Train to Budapest - 3 hours.
- Day 7overnight: Budapest
Budapest (4 nights)
The enchanting jewel along the Danube, with culinary delights, illuminated architecture and ruin bars. Included Activities: Szechenyi Baths thermal spa and a Ruin Bar Pub Crawl. Suggested: Budapest's markets, the Hungarian Parliament. Bus to Ljubljana - 6 hours.
- Day 11overnight: Ljubljana
Ljubljana (3 nights)
Slovenia's capital blends history with modern European charm. Included Activity: Day trip to Lake Bled, its island church, medieval castle and Julian Alps backdrop. Suggested: Postojna Cave, Vipava Valley wine region, a Ljubljanica River boat ride. Bus to Zagreb - 2 hours.
- Day 14overnight: Zagreb
Zagreb (1 night)
A short stopover in Croatia's capital, blending tradition with modernity. No official included activity in Zagreb (an extra activity is included in Plitvice instead). Suggested: Museum of Broken Relationships, Mirogoj Cemetery, Dolac Market. Bus to Plitvice - 2 hours.
- Day 15overnight: Plitvice
Plitvice (3 nights)
A natural haven of waterfalls and crystal-clear lakes. Included: visit to Plitvice National Park and whitewater kayaking on the Mreznica River. Suggested: sunset hike, Pljesevica Mountain hike to the Bosnian border. Bus to Split - 4 hours.
- Day 18overnight: Split
Split (3 nights)
A charming Adriatic city built around Diocletian's Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Included Activity: day trip ferry to Hvar island. Suggested: Krka National Park, Marjan Park, local konoba restaurants. Final night on the beach watching the sunset.
Included
- Travel Disruption Protection - alternative travel included if there is a strike or similar disruption
- All train and bus tickets between each destination
- All possible seat reservations
- Guided to and from the hostels, included activities and train stations by a Tour Leader
- Accommodation in top-rated hostels - tested by us
- Unmissable included activities such as medieval shows, day trips to national parks and thermal baths
- Breakfast in some hostels (depending on availability)
- A Tour Leader to travel with you and coordinate your trip throughout
Not included
- Meals/Drinks
- Public transport tickets in each location
- Towel/Toiletries, though towels can be rented at hostel reception
- Airport transfers
- Transport to starting point or back home (e.g. flights)
- Visas
- Any optional activities
