13 days · 8 countries
Eastern Adventure
From AED 8,723per person, twin share
Experience the wonders of Eastern Europe. Explore Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Ljubljana, Vienna, and so much more over 13 incredible days!
- Duration
- 13 Days / 12 Nights
- Route
- Amsterdam → Rome
- Countries
- Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia, Slovakia, Italy and Vatican City
- Activity level
- Moderate (3 of 5)
- A coach tour across eight countries with daily walking tours, early starts and several free days for sightseeing at your own pace
- Accommodation
- 12 nights in 3- and 4-star hotels
- Meals
- 12 breakfasts and 5 dinners
- Group
- Small group, up to 18
- Guide
- English-speaking tour leader throughout, with local guides in several cities
- Transport
- Air-conditioned coach
- Best time to go
- Runs May to September: warm, often hot summers in Italy, milder along the Dutch and German legs
Tour overview
Fall in love with Eastern Europe’s fascinating history, culture, beautiful scenery and authentic experiences on this Eastern Adventure! Cruise Amsterdam’s canals, visit vibrant Berlin and experience fairytale magic in Prague and Ljubljana. Discover the romance of Vienna and Venice. Sip German beer, indulge in Italy’s delights and taste Czech cuisine!
Highlights
- Enjoy a traditional Dutch cheese and clog-making demonstration
- Visit Volendam; a beautiful fishing village
- Visit Zaanse Schans; famous for its classic Dutch scenery
- Experience a dinner cruise on the Amsterdam canals
- See Berlin’s top sights on a walking and driving tour
- Say “prost” and enjoy dinner in a German beer hall
- Explore the historic streets of Dresden
- See the best of Prague on a guided walking tour
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- Taste authentic Czech cuisine
- Embark on an orientation tour of Bratislava
- Explore Vienna with a local guide
- Enjoy dinner in a Viennese wine cellar
- Discover the magic of Ljubljana with a local guide
- Experience Venice, Italy’s floating city
- Enjoy a guided walking tour of Rome
- Enjoy a farewell dinner in Rome
Route and hotels
Where the tour goes and where you sleep, night by night.
Amsterdam
2 nights · Days 1–2
Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol
Berlin
2 nights · Days 3–4
Vienna House By Wyndham Berlin
Dresden
Day 5 · on the way
Prague
2 nights · Days 5–6
Hotel Duo
Bratislava
Day 7 · on the way
Vienna
1 night · Day 7
B&B HOTEL Wien-St. Marx
Ljubljana
Day 8 · on the way
Venice
2 nights · Days 8–9
Hotel Venezia
Rome
3 nights · Days 10–12
Excel Roma Montemario
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Start of tour in Amsterdam
Meals included: Dinner
The first day starts with meeting your tour leader and the group at the hotel, before heading out to the Dutch countryside. There is a stop to learn about cheese and clog-making, free time in Volendam and a visit to Zaanse Schans. Back in Amsterdam, you join a dinner cruise along the canals, taking in the city’s sights from the water.
Included
- Cheese and clog-making demonstration, with Dutch cheese to taste
- Free time in Volendam, a historic fishing village
- Visit to Zaanse Schans to see its windmills
- Dinner cruise on the Amsterdam canals
- Overnight
- Amsterdam
- Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol
- Meals
- Dinner
Day 2
Amsterdam: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastThe day is free to explore Amsterdam at your own pace, including museums such as the Van Gogh Museum or the Rijksmuseum. In the afternoon, you can join the optional Dutch Brews & Views excursion for views across the city and a guided tasting of local beers. In the evening, the optional Diversely Dutch Dinner offers a sit-down meal.
Included
- Free day in Amsterdam to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Dutch Brews & Views · AED 215 per person
- Diversely Dutch Dinner · AED 200 per person
- Overnight
- Amsterdam
- Hotel
- Hampton by Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 3
Amsterdam – Berlin
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
After breakfast, the tour continues into Germany, arriving in Berlin, the German capital, in the afternoon. The city’s turbulent past sits alongside a lively, modern energy felt throughout. A walking and driving tour covers Berlin’s history, and dinner is at a local beer hall in the Bavarian style.
Included
- Guided walking and driving tour of Berlin, taking in the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie
- Dinner in a traditional German beer hall
- Travel
- Amsterdam → Berlin by coach
- Overnight
- Berlin
- Hotel
- Vienna House By Wyndham Berlin
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 4
Berlin: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastThe day is free, with time to visit one of Berlin’s museums, or you can join the optional Berlin+ excursion covering the city’s top attractions and lesser-known corners. The excursion takes in the East Side Gallery, the Berlin Wall Memorial and the Hackescher Markt, with a taste of currywurst and a visit to the Berlin TV Tower for city views.
Included
- Free day in Berlin to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Berlin+ · AED 340 per person
- Overnight
- Berlin
- Hotel
- Vienna House By Wyndham Berlin
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 5
Dresden – Prague
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
Leaving Berlin, the route continues to Prague, with a stop first in the German city of Dresden to try local food such as Bratwurst and wander the restored streets. In Prague, a locally guided walking tour covers the UNESCO-listed city centre, and dinner is authentic Czech cooking at a local restaurant.
Included
- Stop in Dresden, with free time for lunch
- Guided walking tour of Prague’s Old Town Square, Charles Bridge and Wenceslas Square
- Dinner of traditional Czech food at a local restaurant
- Travel
- Berlin → Prague by coach, stopping in Dresden
- Overnight
- Prague
- Hotel
- Hotel Duo
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 6
Prague: Free Day
Meals included: Breakfast
This is a free day to explore Prague at your own pace, or you can join the optional Prague+ excursion, which visits Prague Castle, the Mala Strana neighbourhood and a lunch-time cruise on the Vltava River. In the evening, a traditional Czech folk performance with dinner is on offer.
Included
- Free day in Prague to explore at your own pace
Optional extras
- Prague+ · AED 280 per person
- Traditional Czech Folk Music & Dance Evening · AED 255 per person
- Overnight
- Prague
- Hotel
- Hotel Duo
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 7
Bratislava – Vienna
Meals included: BreakfastDinner
The route continues to the Slovakian capital, Bratislava, for an orientation tour, then on to Vienna. A walking and driving tour of the city takes in the Golden Mile, the Imperial Castle and St Stephen’s Cathedral. Dinner this evening is at a Viennese wine cellar, with the option of a classical music concert afterwards at the Schönbrunn Palace Orangery.
Included
- Orientation tour of Bratislava, with views of Bratislava Castle
- Walking tour of Vienna with a local guide
- Dinner in a historic Viennese wine cellar
Optional extras
- Vienna Classical Music Concert · AED 365 per person
- Travel
- Prague → Vienna by coach, stopping in Bratislava
- Overnight
- Vienna
- Hotel
- B&B HOTEL Wien-St. Marx
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 8
Ljubljana – Venice
Meals included: Breakfast
The morning heads to Ljubljana, the compact capital of Slovenia, for a locally guided walking tour taking in Baroque, Gothic and medieval buildings around the old town. After some free time, Italy awaits as the route crosses the border, arriving in Venice. In the evening, you can join an optional excursion to see Venice after dark aboard a traditional water taxi.
Included
- Guided walking tour of Ljubljana’s old town with a local guide
Optional extras
- Venice by Night · AED 170 per person
- Travel
- Vienna → Venice by coach, stopping in Ljubljana
- Overnight
- Venice
- Hotel
- Hotel Venezia
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 9
Venice: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastToday is free to explore Venice at your own pace. Your tour leader can arrange a traditional gondola ride. An optional excursion visits the islands of Murano and Burano to see how the city’s glass and lace art is made, and both optional excursions can be taken today for the full Venetian experience.
Included
- Free time to explore Venice, including St Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and the Rialto Market
Optional extras
- Venice Gondola Ride · AED 150 per person
- Venice Lagoon Tour · AED 295 per person
- Overnight
- Venice
- Hotel
- Hotel Venezia
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 10
Venice – Rome
Meals included: BreakfastDinnerThe drive through the countryside leads to Rome, the ancient Italian capital. A walking tour, led by a Roman guide, takes in the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona and more. At the Trevi Fountain, legend says a visit means a return to Rome one day. A last included group dinner follows this evening.
Included
- Walking tour of Rome with a local guide, taking in the Spanish Steps, the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain
- Farewell dinner at a local Italian restaurant
- Travel
- Venice → Rome by coach
- Overnight
- Rome
- Hotel
- Excel Roma Montemario
- Meals
- Breakfast and dinner
Day 11
Rome: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastThis free day is for exploring the historic city on foot. The optional Eternal Rome excursion covers the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Vatican, or you could take in just one of these sights on its own guided tour instead. These popular excursions are best booked before the tour starts, as space is limited.
Optional extras
- Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour · AED 365 per person
- Vatican Museums Guided Tour · AED 365 per person
- Eternal Rome · AED 680 per person
- Overnight
- Rome
- Hotel
- Excel Roma Montemario
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 12
Rome: Free Day
Meals included: BreakfastAnother free day in Rome follows, to explore as you wish. An optional cooking class teaches Italian pasta and tiramisu, a way to mark the end of the tour. On this last evening, you might relax at a trattoria with food, a drink and conversation with the travel friends made along the way.
Optional extras
- Rome Cooking Class · AED 320 per person
- Overnight
- Rome
- Hotel
- Excel Roma Montemario
- Meals
- Breakfast
Day 13
End of Tour
Meals included: BreakfastOn the last day, it is worth swapping numbers with fellow travellers before parting ways. The tour concludes after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Dates & prices
Prices per person, sharing a double or twin room. A single room costs the supplement shown.
FromMon 10 May 2027ToSat 22 May 2027
Available
AED 10,449
Single room supplement +AED 3,802 single
FromMon 7 Jun 2027ToSat 19 Jun 2027
AvailableBest price
AED 8,723
Single room supplement +AED 3,802 single
FromMon 5 Jul 2027ToSat 17 Jul 2027
Available
AED 8,723
Single room supplement +AED 3,802 single
FromMon 30 Aug 2027ToSat 11 Sept 2027
Available
AED 8,723
Single room supplement +AED 3,802 single
FromMon 27 Sept 2027ToSat 9 Oct 2027
Available
AED 8,723
Single room supplement +AED 3,802 single
What’s included
Included
- 12 nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with private bathrooms. The majority of our accommodations are of a 3- and 4-star standard, offering excellent value, comfort and convenience
- Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room (subject to availability)
- 12 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners *Vegetarian options available for all meals on request
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and toilet onboard
- Any public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days)
- Fully-guided tour
Not included
- Flights: Arrange your own flights for the start and end of the tour
- Travel insurance: Purchase a suitable policy that meets your needs
Optional extras
Excursions and upgrades you can add to the tour. Prices are per person.
Dutch Brews & Views
A lift to the top of the A’DAM Lookout for panoramic views over Amsterdam with a drink included, followed by a guided tasting of local Dutch beers and snacks. €50. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 215 per person
Diversely Dutch Dinner
A relaxed last dinner in Amsterdam at a local restaurant, with a main course, dessert and a drink of your choice included. €47, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 200 per person
Berlin+
A full day with a local guide taking in the East Side Gallery, the Berlin Wall Memorial, the Hackescher Markt and the Berlin TV Tower, with currywurst and a drink included. €80, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 340 per person
Prague+
A local guide takes you around Prague Castle and the Mala Strana neighbourhood, then a cruise on the Vltava River with a buffet lunch and a drink included. €65, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 280 per person
Traditional Czech Folk Music & Dance Evening
A three-course Czech dinner with unlimited drinks, followed by a folk show of traditional Czech music and dancing. €60, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 255 per person
Vienna Classical Music Concert
A Mozart and Strauss concert in the Schönbrunn Palace Orangery, with time at the interval to walk through the Orangery Gardens. €85, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 365 per person
Venice by Night
An evening water taxi cruise along Venice’s quieter canals, past palazzos and old taverns lit for the night. €40, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 170 per person
Venice Gondola Ride
A traditional gondola ride along Venice’s canals, shared with up to four other travellers from your group. €35, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 150 per person
Venice Lagoon Tour
A private boat with your tour leader out to Murano and Burano, with a glass-making demonstration and time to see Burano’s lace-making and colourful houses. €69, booked with your tour leader on the day.
AED 295 per person
Colosseum & Roman Forum Guided Tour
A local guide takes you through the Colosseum and the ruins of the Roman Forum, with your entrance ticket included. €85. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 365 per person
Vatican Museums Guided Tour
Skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums with a local guide, ending at the Sistine Chapel. €85. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 365 per person
Eternal Rome
A combined day with a local guide: the Colosseum and Roman Forum, then the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. €160. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 680 per person
Rome Cooking Class
A hands-on class with an English-speaking chef: make fresh pasta and tiramisu from scratch, then sit down to eat what you have made with a glass of wine. €75. Book it before the tour: add it to your booking notes.
AED 320 per person
To add an extra, mention it in your booking notes, and we confirm it with your seats before you pay. Some are booked with your tour leader on the day instead: their description says so.
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Good to know
Practical details to read before you travel.
Passport & visas
Every country on this tour, the Netherlands, Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria, Slovenia, Slovakia and Italy (Vatican City included, since it shares Italy’s border), is in the Schengen area, so one Schengen visa covers the whole trip.
UAE passport holders don’t need a visa for stays of up to 90 days, but will need the EU’s new ETIAS travel authorisation once it starts: we can tell you where it stands when you book. Most other nationalities living in the UAE need a Schengen visa. You can apply up to six months before you travel, and appointments in Dubai fill up quickly before the summer, so start early.
Your passport must be valid for at least three months after you leave the Schengen area, have been issued within the last ten years and have two blank pages, and your UAE residence visa must be valid for at least three months after you return. Our visa team handles Schengen applications: ask us when you book.
Flights and timings
Flights aren’t included: you fly into Amsterdam for the start of the tour and out of Rome at the end.
Day 1 starts at your hotel in Amsterdam, where you check in from 10:00. The tour runs entirely by coach, so there are no internal flights or trains to plan around. It ends in Rome after breakfast on day 13; no fixed end time is given, so check your hotel’s check-out time before booking a flight home.
Our team can book your flights from Dubai to match, into Amsterdam and out of Rome.
Meals and dietary needs
Twelve breakfasts and five dinners are included, with vegetarian options available on request for every meal.
Tell us about any dietary needs, halal included, when you book, and we pass them on before the tour.
Money
The euro is used in the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Slovakia and Italy. The Czech Republic uses the Czech koruna instead. Cards are widely accepted across the route, and a card without foreign transaction fees is the easiest way to pay.
Optional experiences booked on tour are paid to your tour leader in cash or by card, in the currency shown.
Weather and packing
Departures run from May to September: warm to hot summer weather in Italy, with milder days and cooler evenings on the Dutch and German legs.
Pack layers, comfortable shoes for the daily walking tours, a light rain jacket and sun protection for Venice and Rome. Modest clothing, shoulders and knees covered, is worth having for visits to churches and St Peter’s Basilica if you book the Vatican Museums excursion.
Booking ahead in Rome
The Colosseum, Roman Forum and Vatican Museums excursions on day 11 must be booked at least 35 days before the tour starts, because tickets for these sites sell out well in advance. If you would like to join them, let us know as early as possible when you book your tour.
Plan your trip
Our Dubai team arranges what goes around the tour, so it is booked in one place.
Visas
One Schengen visa covers the Schengen countries on this route. Our visa team in Dubai applies for UAE residents once the tour is booked.
Flights
Flights are not included. We can book them with the tour: Dubai to Amsterdam, and home from Rome. Tick “Flights” when you book and we quote them with your confirmation.
Pay in instalments
Split the cost with Tabby or Tamara, or over 3 to 12 months on a UAE bank credit card for bookings from AED 1,000.
Book this tour
Book online in a few minutes. Your seats are held as soon as you book, and you pay once we have confirmed them.
- Choose your date, travellers and roomsPrices are per person, and the total updates as you choose.
- Name each traveller as in their passportYour seats are held and your booking reference is emailed straight away.
- Pay by secure link once confirmedOur Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails your payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
Questions before you book? Our support team is on WhatsApp +971 58 582 4488.
Questions about this tour
What will my days actually look like?
Full days, zero filler. Most mornings start with breakfast before heading out to the main sights with your Tour Leader or a local guide. Afternoons often include free time to wander, find a coffee or join an Optional Experience. Expect a good amount of walking too. On some days, you could spend two to three hours on your feet. Comfortable shoes are your best friend.
Who will I be travelling with?
People from all over the world. Different ages, different backgrounds, same instinct to see more. Groups have on average between 35-45 travellers. By day three, you’ll already know everyone's name.
What are the hotels like?
Clean, comfortable and well located. Mostly 3 to 4 star, with private en-suite bathrooms. They're chosen so you can sleep well and feel ready for the next day. They're not the centrepiece. The destinations are. But they're never an afterthought.
How active is this tour?
All travellers carry their own bags, including up hotel stairs where needed. Walking tours can last up to three hours, and some sites involve a fair number of steps. Read through the itinerary to decide if the pace is right for you.
How do Optional Experiences work?
Optional Experiences happen during your tour's free-time slots, and your Tour Leader will tell you about what's on offer during the tour. Most can be booked on the day, but some are pre-sold and must be purchased before your tour begins, so it's worth checking the tour page beforehand to see what's available and get in touch with our team to book anything in advance.
Will I have time to explore on my own?
Yes. Free time is built into the itinerary, giving you space to wander and explore at your own pace. Your Tour Leader can point you towards the places worth your time, so you're never left completely to figure it out yourself.
What support do I have while I'm on tour?
Your Tour Leader is there to look after you during your tour. They know the places most people walk straight past, they'll have a restaurant recommendation ready before you've asked, and they'll sort anything that comes up along the way. All transport and accommodation are arranged for you.
You'll also have a 24-hour emergency contact number and the Holidayys team in Dubai.
How do I book Eastern Adventure?
Press Book now, choose a date and your rooms, and enter each traveller as their passport shows. We hold your seats and email your booking reference straight away. Our Dubai team confirms the seats with the tour operator, then emails you a secure payment link. Nothing is charged when you book.
When do I pay?
Once the tour operator confirms your seats. We email you a secure payment link for the total in AED, and your booking is complete when it is paid. To pay in instalments, say so in your booking notes.
Is the price per person?
Yes. Prices are per person sharing a double or twin room. Travelling alone? A single room costs the supplement shown next to each date.
Are flights included?
Only when the tour lists them under what is included. We can book flights from the UAE to the start city and home from the end city with your tour.
Do I need a visa?
That depends on your passport and the countries on the route. Our visa team arranges Schengen and other visas for UAE residents, and can apply for yours once the tour is booked.
Payment plans
Pay over time, at 0% interest
Every booking qualifies, from holidays and tours to visas. Pay later with a credit card instalment plan or a buy-now-pay-later account; some banks charge a one-time processing fee.
- Credit card plans from AED 1,000
- Tabby and Tamara, no minimum
- Terms from 3 to 12 months
Find your bank’s plan
Credit cards, from AED 1,000
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