Barcelona to Berlin

See Europe’s best cities on a 15-day adventure from Barcelona to Berlin. Full of fun, flexibility and loads of free time to explore each destination at your own pace, this adventure is perfect for independent travellers. Your passionate European leader will take you on regular orientation walks and give you plenty of insider knowledge, but how you spend your days is largely up to you. Wander the streets of Barcelona and see Gaudi’s architecture before exploring the medieval walls of Girona. Learn the history of gladiators in the Roman amphitheatre of Nimes and soak up the gorgeous scenery in Avignon. Visit some of the finest winemaking parts of France, then maybe picnic in Paris, have a beer in Brussels and explore a fairytale castle in Antwerp. Perhaps cycle the Amsterdam canals and see why Berlin's nightlife is so iconic before ending it all with a toast to a whirlwind trip well-travelled.This trip is made for travellers who value their independence but also want the benefit of a local leader and a group of like-minded travellers. The itinerary has a mix of included activities and free time when your leader will offer suggestions. Please budget spending money for optional activities you want to partake in.  We recommend booking tickets one month in advance for any optional activities that require pre-booking.As accommodation on this trip is twin-share, solo travellers will share a room with other travellers of the same gender. Hotels in Europe often don't have double beds, but rather two single beds that can be pushed together/apart. Rooms can be small and in some cases bathroom facilities will be shared rather than ensuite.Summer temperatures can be very high in many of the regions visited (over 40°C), which can be uncomfortable. It’s important to use sun protection, wear layers to combat the heat, and drink plenty of water. Please keep in mind that many European hotel rooms are not equipped with air-conditioning. In Winter, warm waterproof layers will be needed as snow and rain can be expected. Carefully consider the time of the year you wish to travel and your suitability to that season.The primary means of transportation on this trip is by train. Trains are a fast way to cross long distances, allowing you to avoid traffic jams and arrive right into the city centre. You'll have to carry your own luggage on and off the train, so make sure it doesn’t exceed our weight and size recommendations. You can find specifics under ‘Packing’ in the Essential Trip Information.The best way to experience a city is by doing as the locals do – and in this case that means using public transport such as trams, buses or metro at some locations. You will easily surpass your 10,000 steps a day on this trip, in fact most travellers are surprised at how much distance they end up covering! Make sure your shoes are comfy enough to spend most days on your feet.