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Europe Travel Guide
With history for millennia and dozens of the world’s most popular destinations, Europe has something for everyone. Looking for some R&R on the beach? We’d like you to meet our friends, the Greek Islands. Are you a food and drink junkie? Have a seat at one of Italy’s world class restaurants or pull up a stool in a Dublin pub. Looking for incredible art and architecture? There’s a little place in Spain called Barcelona that might be of interest to you. Whether you’re in the market for a quick, relaxing getaway or ready to set off on a month-long adventure, Europe has what you’re looking for.
Experience Europe
Never a dull moment, always a thrilling adventure.
Beauty
Europe looks good for its age.
Float past Paris’ most iconic landmarks on the Seine River
Enjoy epic views from Europe’s tallest Ferris Wheel: the London Eye
Stare in wonder at the artwork of St. Mark’s Basilica
Try not to blush at Michelangelo’s David
Discover the vibrant cliffside villages of Cinque Terre
Witness the struggle of ocean against rock at the Cliffs of Moher
Marvel at Iceland’s incredible waterfalls and geysers
Watch the best sunset of your life in Santorini
Gaze upon Germany’s fairytale castle, Neuschwanstein
Indulgence
Sometimes a glass of wine and a bath after work just doesn’t cut it.
Drool over food and wine in the Tuscan countryside
Dance the night away in Europe’s world-class nightclubs
Raise a stein in Munich’s lively beer gardens & halls
Sunbathe at Greece’s world-famous beaches
Have hot waffles for breakfast, lunch, or dinner in Amsterdam
Savor a mouth-watering Trdelnik cake in Prague
Pig out on Porchetta in Rome
Enjoy the ultimate spa day at Iceland’s Blue Lagoon
Try every flavor of gelato in Italy, then do it again
Choose between sweet or savory at a French crêpery
Adventure
Your friends may have “done” Europe, but not like this.
Gaze at Lake Geneva while summiting Rochers-de-Naye
Take a paddleboard lesson in Barcelona
Hike to the Matterhorn’s Hornlihutte at 10,695 ft
Summit the Swiss Alps via gondola
Trek through the King’s trails at Gran Paradiso National Park
Bike like a local into the stunning Dutch countryside
Navigate your raft through the thrilling rapids of the Arve River
Explore Aiguilles Rouges, where the first Winter Olympics took place
Toe the line between continents at the Mid-Atlantic Ridge
Journey to the peak of Ireland’s tallest mountain, Carrauntoohil
Find your way into the Cave of Odysseus at Mljet National Park
Accommodations. Activities. Rockstar Tour Director who knows a guy who’ll hook you up with an extra scoop of gelato.
This is group travel with EF Ultimate Break. Expertly crafted itineraries, everything included. We keep your stress levels low and holy-s#!t-that-was-awesome levels high.
Fun facts
- According to legend, Iceland’s Oxarafoss waterfall turns from water to wine on New Year’s Eve, which is convenient if you need a refill.
- St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated in more countries than any other national festival (but nobody does it better than the Irish).
- Londoners serve beer at...room temperature. Cheers?
- Gustave Eiffel originally pitched his tower to Barcelona, but the city rejected it, fearing it would be an eyesore. #missedopportunity
- Amsterdam boasts more museums per capita than any city in the world.
- If you looked at all 35,000 works of art in the Louvre for 60 seconds each, it would take 64 days to see them all.
- The iconic white pillars of Athens’ Parthenon were originally painted in multiple vivid colors.
- Martigny, Switzerland is home to the world’s only St. Bernard Museum, which was named Best Place in the Universe...by us, just now.
- At least six ravens live in the Tower of London , under the superstition that the tower will crumble and harm will befall the nation if they leave.
Best ways to visit Europe
Immerse yourself in the continent that has it all.
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Europe has no shortage of iconic destinations—let’s get into it.
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Europe with a group vs. solo
Young adults looking to see Europe often find themselves in a dilemma: plan everything yourself with friends, or plan everything yourself and go solo. The idea of Europe with friends sounds great at first, but once you start trying to coordinate busy schedules, varying budgets, and finding a way to hit everyone’s “must see” city, the logistics can become overwhelming.
Traveling solo might sound like a fun adventure—and we’re all for stepping out of your comfort zone—but then who’s going to help you finish all that pasta in Florence, be there for a champagne toast under the Eiffel Tower, and hold the camera for all your glamour shots along the way? (Remember: pics or it didn’t happen.)
So what’s better, group travel or solo travel? Why not both! EF Ultimate Break offers the best of both worlds. Sign up solo, but travel with a group of soon-to-be BFFs. Once you arrive, you’ll say “hola!” or “bonjour!” or just “what’s up?” to a group of other like-minded travelers who, like you, just want to experience Europe in all its glory.
Why EF Ultimate Break?
Picture yourself getting off a plane in Europe for the first time. You don’t speak the language or know your way around, fumbling around with your suitcases trying to hail a cab to take you to a hotel with a name you can’t pronounce. Sure, you can hop on Google and try to figure out the best places to go—but good luck finding any of the countless off-the-beaten-path gems that make Europe so special. Plus, every minute you spend trying to figure out what to do and where to go is time you’re not spending exploring and soaking up the culture, and you worked so hard to get here!
With EF Ultimate Break, you can forget about all those concerns. Our expert European Tour Directors live, eat, and breathe travel. With your destination as their canvas and your tour group as their brush, watch in awe as your dedicated Tour Director goes Pablo Picasso on your trip, painting a new unforgettable experience with every stroke.
So don’t worry; sit back and relax while we book accommodations and plan everything else you’ll need on your journey.
Europe inspo
Take it from them👇
Our travelers love visiting Europe, and they aren’t afraid to tell us.
Still undecided? We’ll help you find the perfect trip.
Our expert Trip Consultants are waiting to hear from you. Seriously. They freakin’ love helping travelers figure out their dream trips.
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