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Planning A EuroTrip From India in 2024 (Tips, Apps and websites to Use, Budget etc)

Everyone wants to go on an ideal Eurotrip but are usually confused. Here, I write a guide on planning a Europe trip from India all on your own.

Written by: Soumya Nambiar

Last Updated on: May 5, 2024

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Many of us have that dream. To spend one summer, backpacking across Europe.

Even though it was not my first time in Europe , I finally got some time off to do a trip across Europe this summer. I am not sure why. But suddenly, I am getting queries from many of my readers to help them plan their trips to Europe and they see me as some kind of a Europe vacation planner.

Even though many of my readers consider me as a Europe trip planner from India, I really cannot spare the time to plan someone else’s vacation. Planning Europe trip from India is not a cakewalk but I give you pointers in this post. I had written a similar one for USA and hopefully, this guide will be as helpful as that one. Here I give you tips on planning a Europe trip from India.

I have gone more than 20 times to Europe in the past 10 years and you can find more about my favourite European destinations . This Europe travel blog by an Indian hopes to be the foremost expert on this subject.

Planning your Europe trip at the last minute?

I know everyone is busy and don’t have time to plan their itinerary to Europe. Here are some quick links to make you the best Europe trip planner.

• Booking is my go to for booking boutique hotels in Europe.
• I always use Skyscanner for all my flights to Europe.
• Getyourguide is my favourite tour aggregator in Europe.
• I use Hostelworld to book all my hostels in Europe.
• I use DiscoverCars to compare car rental prices.
• FlixBuses for all my bus transportation in Europe.
• RailEurope for all my train bookings in Europe.

Don’t want to plan your Europe trip on your own? I found many preplanned Europe tours for you to choose from:

• Europe for 12 days
• Jewel of Europe for 14 days
• Balkans for 12 days

Table Of Contents

• 0.1 Find out my recommendations for Europe
• 1.2 Read a lot of travel blogs/ travel articles online while planning Euro trip from India:
• 1.3 Booking Your Flight tickets while planning a Euro trip from India:
• 1.4 Preparing a 5-6 week Europe trip itinerary from India
• 1.5 Applying for a Schengen Visa for Indians:
• 1.6 Internal Travel within Europe during your Euro trip:
• 1.7 Accommodation while Eurotrip planning from India:
• 1.8 How to book other Activities to plan a trip to Europe from India:
• 1.9 Public Transportation in Europe:
• 1.10 What to Pack for Women for a trip to Europe?
• 1.11 Foreign Currency in Europe:
• 1.12 Europe trip cost from India / How much does it cost for Europe trip from India?
• 1.13 Which Mobile SIM to use in Europe:
• 1.14 Using Google Maps in Europe:
• 1.15 Inform all your banks and mobile phone operators while planning a Europe trip from India:
• 1.16 How do I plan a 15 day trip to Europe?
• 2 Conclusion:

Find out my recommendations for Europe

Before we go any further, find out some of my recommendations for day trips for your trip to Europe.

Hvar, Croatia

The 5 island tour from Split is a favorite

Colmar, France

Colmar is definitely one of the prettiest towns in Europe.

Algarve, Portugal

My favorite beaches in Europe are here

Tips on planning a Europe Trip From India / How to plan Europe trip from India

Find below some sample itineraries if it is your first time in Europe. You can find more details in my detailed Europe itinerary post.

Read a lot of travel blogs/ travel articles online while planning Euro trip from India:

A year ago, if you had asked me where Algarve was , I would have probably stared at you like you were from outer space. But now that is a thing of the past and Algarve has been added to my list of favourite places from around the world. I read a lot of travel blogs, national geographic/ lonely planet / Conde Nast travel articles every day.

I read voraciously any travel related content that I can get my hands on. I now have a better sense of the places that I really want to visit. So why do I ask you to read them? Because if you don’t, then you end up visiting only the famous cities like Paris , Amsterdam etc and you tend to ignore all the other gorgeous lesser-known cities/towns/villages. If you want to be your own Eurotrip planner, then no one can judge your tastes better than yourself.

As travel bloggers, we can only give you our version of how a place is and give you tips based on our experiences on how to plan Euro trip. This post gives you some ideas on how to plan a Europe trip from India.

Booking Your Flight tickets while planning a Euro trip from India:

This comprises a huge chunk of your travelling expense. So you need to find the best possible deal for this. In my case, I had made my mind to fly into Lisbon and then fly back to Bangalore via Dubai (I stayed with my sister for a few days on my way back) from one of the cities in Western/Central Europe.

With this intention in mind, I logged into Skyscanner and Kayak  to give me the best possible rates and dates for this combination. After many iterations, I finally got a good deal and picked Emirates which was my best option. Both these sites are extremely good when it comes to finding the best flight deals.

I flew into Lisbon and flew out of Frankfurt via Dubai to Bangalore . Even though my cheapest option was Oman Air, I did not want to spend a lot of time in transit and preferred a straightforward route rather than taking multiple flights.

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Preparing a 5-6 week Europe trip itinerary from India

I know that there are many people who would love to take traveling as it comes. Go without any pre-set plan and make plans on the go. I am not such a person. I always love to know beforehand where I will be staying, for how long I will be there in any particular place.

Even though it sometimes does not go according to plan , my mind is still at peace if I knew beforehand.So what did I first do? While planning my Europe travel itinerary , I made an initial list of places I wanted to visit. I did take a lot of inspiration from this post by BlondeAbroad . So my initial draft of places for my Europe tour plan from India looked like this:

• Lisbon • Porto • Madrid • Costa Del Sol • Seville • Barcelona • Andorra • Paris • Strasbourg • Luxembourg • Bruges • Ghent • Amsterdam • Frankfurt But then I decided to consult a map and realised that my geography was all over the place. I knew that I had to make some changes. A friend helped too. He was like why are you not going to Central Europe or Mallorca in Spain ?

Since I had been to Paris, Amsterdam and Frankfurt, I decided to cut short my days there and decided to add Vienna and Prague to the list. I had to remove Andorra also since I realised that I needed a multiple entry Schengen Visa and I had applied for a single entry.

After multiple iterations, my itinerary finally looked doable. My final Europe tour itinerary looked like this:

• Lisbon • Algarve • Madrid • Seville (This got canceled) • Barcelona • Mallorca • Paris • Amsterdam • Brussels (Took day trips from here to Luxembourg, Bruges and Ghent) • Luxembourg • Bruges • Ghent • Strasbourg (Day Trip to Colmar) • Colmar • Vienna • Prague • Frankfurt (Only went to catch a flight to Dubai since changing the port of exit to Prague meant paying a huge deal of money.) Whew, that is too many places to see. Don’t get disillusioned by the number of places. It is definitely doable. I wish I can follow the concept of ‘slow travel’ but currently, that is not an option for me. Once the places were decided, I had to decide how many days I was going to spend in each of these locations.

I had an excel sheet where I tracked all these changes and I have no clue what I would have done without that excel sheet.

Many attractions in popular cities like Paris, Rome tend to get sold out months in advance. Check your availability for tickets below.

Recommended Read – Where to go in Europe

Applying for a Schengen Visa for Indians:

I have already written about this in detail here . Once I figured that I was going to spend 9 days in Spain , I realised that I had to apply for a Schengen Visa through Spain consulate.

There is one thing I would like to tell my readers here. I cannot give you any guarantee that you will be granted a visa. But what I have seen is that if you have all the required documentation, then they have no grounds to reject the visa.

Internal Travel within Europe during your Euro trip:

I know the temptation of buying those Europe travel packages from India. But you need not do this and can entirely plan your travel within Europe on your own at half the price.

If you do not use Rome2rio yet, please start using it at once. It is one of the most helpful websites that I have come across. So what does it do? It gives you a list of options of how you can go from one place to another. It even tells you which mode of transportation is the shortest and the cheapest.

Many people asked me if it is required to get a Eurorail pass . There are contradictory views to this. But when I evaluated it in my case, it was coming out to be too expensive. The only advantage that an Eurorail pass gives is flexibility and it may work out to be cheaper if you are less than 26 years old. Also in some of the countries I visited, buses were cheaper and more convenient. Since my dates were already fixed, it was easier for me to pre-book all my tickets. But if you want flexibility, then a Eurail pass may be better.

Another great resource for train travel in Europe is Man in Seat 61 . This dude knows everything about train travel and you can check him out. He gives you multiple options on which trains to take from Point A to Point B. He also tells us which website is better to book trains in each country.

From Rome2Rio , I figured out if it was better to take a bus or a train. It also redirects to the websites of the various bus operators in the continent. Flixbus is a good and cheap bus service if you want to book buses within Europe. I took only one flight within Europe, that was from Barcelona to Mallorca and back. I booked through Ryan Air and they are one of the cheapest options. But there are several things to keep in mind if you are flying with Ryan Air. I will detail them out in a later post.

Accommodation while Eurotrip planning from India:

So do you want to book hostels, budget hotels or luxury hotels ? It really depends on what kind of a traveller you are. Since I was given sponsored stay in some locations, I did not have to worry about them. But for the rest of the locations, I still needed a place to stay. I went with a combination of all three.

I researched like crazy on Tripadvisor , Booking and narrowed my choices for the hotels.

In cases where I was staying in hostels, Hostelworld and Hostelbookers were my go-to guide. If you are staying in a 4-bed female dorm in a hostel, it will cost you a minimum of 25 Euros and this depends on how expensive the city is. Even in hostels, a private room can cause you around 80-100 Euros easily. In some cases, the hotels were cheaper than the hostels. All my accommodations in Europe cost me between 20 Euros – 110 euros per night during my Euro trip plan.

Need more budgeting tips. See how Amy managed to go around Europe in 45 days on a 3500$ budget .

Many people are apprehensive when it comes to booking hostels. But I really enjoyed my time in hostels this time around and I would definitely be using them more next time.

Most hostels now cater to the luxury traveller who wishes to have some privacy but at the same time want to meet new people. Hostels host a variety of fun events like bar crawls, free walking tours, traveller nights etc.

I did not opt for an Airbnb this time since I was travelling alone. Else Airbnb is an excellent choice in Europe. I was very happy with all my choices and the only one I would have changed is the one in Amsterdam .

But you cannot have everything in life and there will be few cases when all the above sites fail you. But through all the three sites, you can research which is the best locality for you and which hotel/hostel suits your tastes. All these sites also offer deals and they can be a steal if you do your research right.

How to book other Activities to plan a trip to Europe from India:

You can always book for other activities online through Viator and GetyourGuide . But for most of it, I left the day’s activities idle. This gave me the flexibility for me to go there and decide what I wanted to do and what I did not want to do.

However, for things like the Opera in Vienna , you may have to make your booking in advance if you want a good seat.

Public Transportation in Europe:

I love the public transportation system in Europe and you can always use Google maps to help you figure out how to go from one point to another. Else you can always walk, which I feel is the best way to discover a city in Europe.

I did not have much success with Uber though in Europe. They were always 15 minutes late. This has definitely become much better over the years.

What to Pack for Women for a trip to Europe ?

Carry an umbrella. You never know when it is going to rain. Since I was there during Spring/early Summer , I had carried with me a combination of clothes that would suit both weather conditions. I was able to wear shorts only in sunny Algarve . Most of the other places I had to stick to wearing jeans and tops coupled with a light sweater. I wore a lot of dresses but I had to wear tights along with it. A jacket is also ideal for colder locations like Paris. You are going to be doing a lot of walking. So it is ideal that you carry a good walking shoe and a pair of flip flops. I managed to considerably reduce the amount of baggage I was carrying this time. The thing to remember is that you can do your laundry there and most hostels will have a washing machine which you can hire for less than 5 euros. Europe uses round pins for all their electronic devices. So make sure to carry multi plugs if your devices have a square pin. Try to keep all your toiletries to the maximum allowed limit. Most of the hotels and hostels provide them.

Foreign Currency in Europe:

Do not carry too much cash. That is always my motto. Even though I lost all my cards this time , I will still stick to carrying the minimum amount of cash. In case you want to withdraw, you can always go to an ATM  and withdraw cash.

Only thing to note is that you have to pay around 3% on every card transaction. So it makes better sense to withdraw in bulk.

Also get yourself a cash passport. They are the most helpful cards that I have used till date.

Europe trip cost from India / How much does it cost for Europe trip from India?

Most people ask me how much it cost for my European vacation. In most places, I was able to manage with 50-100 Euros per day.

It also depends on the location you are travelling to. Places in Eastern Europe like Montenegro and Sarajevo are some of the cheapest destinations I have travelled to in Europe.

Which Mobile SIM to use in Europe:

I preferred Orange in Europe . You can use your Orange sim in all the countries in Europe. The only issue is that you cannot recharge them in another country. For instance, if you bought a SIM in Spain, you can use the SIM card in France too. However, you cannot recharge the card if it is out of balance. Initially, in Portugal, I went for a lesser-known company. But that SIM stopped working the minute I was out of Portugal. Hence it is better to stick to the known operators. But public free Wifi is the best thing in Europe. I will definitely write on that later.

Using Google Maps in Europe:

Always remember to download an offline Google map of the next city in your itinerary. You will not realise how useful this is for you. I forgot to do this for Madrid and you know how that turned out.

Inform all your banks and mobile phone operators while planning a Europe trip from India:

You are going for a long trip. So it is better that you inform all your concerned banks and mobile phone operators.

Airtel has pathetic customer care service and be prepared to scream at them for their incompetence. In spite of informing them, I still had to pay an exorbitant amount once I got back.

How do I plan a 15 day trip to Europe?

I have written extensively about planning your Europe itineraries . Use a combination of any of them to pick out the best one suited for you.

Conclusion:

These are some of my tips on how to plan a Europe trip on your own from India? Do you have any other queries regarding your trip to Europe ? You can always shoot me an email and I will get back to you at the earliest. Hopefully, I have covered most of the queries first-timers have about their Eurotrip .

Don’t forget to take a printout of every booking and leave a copy of it at home. Liked it, then pin it.

Find some recommendations for Europe guidebooks

Guidebooks for Europe

Traveling to Europe and need more guidance on which books to read? These are our recommendations for you to read before you go.

• Rick Steve’s Guide to Europe
• Lonely Planet’s Guide to Europe
• DK Eyewitness Guide to Europe

Recommended : Best DAy Trips in Europe

BOOKING RESOURCES

Looking to book your trip now? Find some of my favorite resources I use while booking my trip. You can also find my travel gear here .

Book Your Flight

I am a  Skyscanner  fan when it comes to booking international flights. I use  Makemytrip  and  Yatra  for domestic flights.

Book Accommodation

Booking  , Agoda and Hotels are my go to resources for booking hotel accommodation and I use  Airbnb  for booking my homestays. I also compare prices on  Tripadvisor  always. Another one I always use is Expedia .

Travel Insurance

As an Indian, I prefer  ICICILombard  and I am always insured when I am traveling outside India. In addition, I have used  World Nomads  and SafetyWing for some of my trips.

I do go on a lot of day tours especially when I am traveling solo and love going on road trips with my husband.. Depending on convenience, my choices are  Viator  or  Getyourguide .

About Soumya Nambiar

Soumya Nambiar here. I am an avid traveler, travel blogger, vegetarian foodie and entrepreneur from Bangalore, India who grew up in Tanzania, Africa. I have been to more than 60 countries and in this blog, I write about my personal experiences as an Indian traveller around the world as well as my struggles as a vegetarian. I can be reached at [email protected] .

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I'd imagine that for most travellers from India, six weeks in Europe would really tax the budget. Exchange rates would be pretty tough when you're converting Rupees to Euro. That's possibly why you're getting lots of enquiries about budget travel. What are the most popular destinations in Europe for travellers from India?

Great all-inclusive post about travel to Europe. I must admit, I had to google Algarve. Now that I've seen photos of it though, I am dying to go! Great tip about the visa, too.

Great tips about planning the trip! I must say I would have really hard time choosing just some places to visit during a trip like that. Europe offers so much, I really do not know how would I choose. What was your criteria, besides geography? 🙂

I plan my trips pretty similarly, with a lot of research and inspiration from fellow travelers and magazines. I love Rome2Rio also and I use it nearly every time I travel near or far. Hopefully I'll be touring Europe soon and I'll probably borrow some of your itinerary!

It sounds like you are super organised in planning your trip, especially using an excel spreadsheet – sounds just like me! I am a planner too and love to read up on places to go and also keep an eye out using sites like Skyscanner. Your trips are fantastic and really helpful to plan a trip to Europe, especially for first time visitors.

There was so much useful information crammed into one post! I have done both kinds of long term trips : planned from start to finish, and completely unplanned. I honestly enjoy both but I agree that sometimes it's better to have an itinerary planned, especially if traveling to areas like Europe that tend to cost more than say, SE Asia. It's definitely no fun to get to city and realize the only available accommodation is either out of your budget or already booked. I've been in those situations and sometimes you just have to bite the bullet, which ends up costing more. Plus, pre-planning your trip allows for more time to actually enjoy the place you're in instead of surfing the web. I'll definitely have to check out Rome2Rio. Thanks for sharing!

I know some friends who have done the backpacking trip and I so wish I had the energy to do it! There are a ton of amazing tips in here. I was surprised to read that you were able to find some good deals with Emirates. I thought they were the nicer airline companies that are on the pricier side 🙂

Great article abput how to plan a trip to Europe. It has all the important information one could need about visa, currancy etc. Thanks a lot! I love planning holidays. Probably my favourite past time activity.

Great itinerary for a Eurotrip, I've been to several of those cities already, a great choice of places! Also very useful info about those who travel to Europe for the first time. Thanks for sharing this!

There is definitely a lot to consider when planning a long trip especially in Europe. Hope it works out. Great list of things to research and places to visit.

Currently the most popular destinations are Paris and Amsterdam. Hopefully this will change in the coming years.

You should definitely go. It is a gorgeous place.

Well I wanted to go to Western Europe this time. So that was my criteria this time. 🙂

Hope you have a fun time in Europe when you go.

Yes I love planning most of my trip. I leave only some parts of the trip unplanned.

Yes Europe can turn out to be costly if we do not prebook in advance.

I am a frequent traveler on Emirates. So I usually have points. However this time I booked well in advance so the price difference was not much. Not as cheap as Oman Air. But the travel time for Oman Air was like 50 hours which meant I had to sleep in two different airports each way. Definitely not worth it.

Yes It is definitely a fun activity.

You are welcome

Yes I definitely did have a great trip except for a few bumps here and there.

Looks you have planned out your trip in detail very efficiently and its good to plan before visiting the place so you can utilize your time maximumly and can explore and enjoy the place.

Yes I love the planning part the best. So the trip was carefully planned.

Your article is a life saver. I can’t tell you how relieved I feel after getting all the inputs from your side. Coincidentally I started the planning thing on excel as I was bored at work :D. You’ve wonderfully attempted to explain every important aspect of travelling. Kudos !!

Thank You so much Abhishek. I am glad that you found it helpful.

You have mentioned about the Excel file with the planning here in the article. Could you share that with me please.

Even as a Swede I would probably try to mix it up a bit and put it into groups. This because some countries are easier to explore than others. Countries like France, Germany and Italy are groups one by one due to their size. Then you have the Benelux countries which is easy to travel between. You have the Iberian peninsula. You have Eastern Central Europe, with Austria, Czechia, Hungary and Slovakia. You have the Nordics (Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Finland), Balkans and Balticum. There are of course a few more. By sorting it out in groups like this, then for a 6 week trip you have the possibility to choose three groups and really have the time to explore and enjoy each place. 🙂

I think you managed to pick a lot of lovely places, mostly very characteristic of their countries. I have realized that there is no such thing as a perfect itinerary. We need to enjoy each destination for what it is.

You definitely have some great tips here. Picking a geographical area is definitely key. Also, I’m heading to Belgium this summer, and saw you did a day trip from Brussels to Luxembourg. Now googling that for my trip 🙂

Europe is an expensive destination but if planned well and in advance definitely could be done. We have recently moved To Ireland and are planning to cover as much Europe possible by scoring some deals on flights. Downloading offline maps is a great way.

You have done a fab job listing these tips for someone looking to plan a Europe tour. Though everyone has their own set of plans but these basic tips would surely be handy. Agree public transport in Europe is awesome and they make it lot easy to travel across Europe. You have covered some of the best destination we missed looks like we need another trip planned 😉

It’s a dream for most Indians to go a Europe trip. But, money isn’t the only problem, the biggest challenge is to plan and execute the trip. You have just given the most amazing way to fulfill this Indian dream. We consider ourselves privileged to have been able to visit the lovely continent on a couple of occasions.

Totally loved your article. My Europe trip is planned in a month, and most of the planning part is done, still I am going to bookmark it for further reference w.r.t forex, google maps etc. It will help if you can add some info on some apps that might have come handy during this trip. We are also people in job, and we didn’t have time to go on a long backpacking trip. So, we are going on a two weeks holiday. Some things like booking your flight in advance, booking your hotel options in advance and making the right choice totally makes sense no matter for how many days you travel.

Great tips for travelling Europe from India. I really like the itineraries that you made. Those are some great cities with tons of stuff to see.

Great tips of planning Euro trips from India! I’ve never been to Europe but hope to visit soon. I also liked your visa tips!

I’ve lived in Europe for 4 years and travelled so much but this was still informative. I did look at your first itinerary and was like hmm that seems pretty erratic but then your second one made so much more sense haha. I agree with you on the wifi thing. I never had a functioning sim card outside of Denmark and I never needed it because wifi was everywhere!

It is a well written post with all little details. An Indian really need to plan well a budgeted trip to Europe otherwise the expenses will go beyond anything. Apart geography what else you considered for selecting the location for one week. Skyscanner is a real good option for flights and Rome2rio is new for me. Will bookmark this for my future reference.

Great post. Thanks a lot for taking so much effort to explain the things. Indians planning their first foreign trps always go through a lot of uncertanties and hesitations. As for myself, I am yet to even start planning but this should help!

Such a comprehensive guide this is. Thank you for sharing the tips. It will definitely help everyone who is planning a Europe Trip in coming days. I wish to go on a long trip like this someday

This is a very good guide not only for Indians who want to travel to Europe but for everybody. We should all spend time to careful plan our vacations in order to get the best deals and see as much as possible while also having fun. For me personally, when I backpacked Europe, the Interrail was very useful because I chose to travel a lot by train in Scandinavia. Just 2 train tickets in Norway would have made up the entire cost of the Interrail so for me it was a no brainer to buy the pass instead.

Such a long trip requires massive planning and you have good pointers to that. I usually do in smaller installments that is little easy on the pocket too and can balance with office and school schedules. But then your pointers are helpful for shorter vacations too.

Thanks for sharing this information.Europe is a dream destination of so many people to spend their Vacations. While visiting Europe we have to be careful about choosing best deals.

Wow! Amazing post for someone from india to plan a Euro trip from India. Bookmarked this post for my future travel plans.

Hope you get to visit Europe one day.

Thank you for making our knowledge more because it is most important to know about place we would like to visit once and we will see all location with is describe by you your blogs are very nice

Hi Soumya, Is Dec a good time to venture western European counties for an Indian couple?

Christmas markets and other winter activities are definitely a must in December. If you don’t mind the cold.

Many of us have a dream of travelling to euro countries from India. Thanks for this awesome post. This will definitely help many of our people and guide them.

Great tips you got there! Do Africans fit into the visa ideas?

Your blog is very informative thank you. It’s really helped me. Thank you

I have read your blog post and i found it is quite absolutely interesting. Keep up the good work!

Fantastic article, but you’re missing Europe’s most beautiful and inexpensive destination, Albania! No Schengen. easy visa

Hi A well written article How about a bus trip across europe, like landong in budapest and return from some other destinations?

Good luck 🙂

Thanks for sharing your detailed info. I love traveling very much. and I want to know which website is sharing cheap flight tickets.

Such a informative content! I hope everyone loves to travel for mental freshness. With the help of travel, we can improve health and immunity.

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A Step-by-Step Guide On How To Plan A Europe Trip From India

Europe is considered as one of the most loving travel destinations for Indians.

UNWTO reports stated that Europe sees 20% of the travellers from India’s outbound traffic. France, Italy, Germany, and Switzerland are considered favourite countries in Europe.

But still, no matter who you are from India, one basic question comes to your mind before planning a trip to Europe, i.e., how to plan a Europe trip from India – without overreached the earned leaves or budget?

Before deep-diving into this matter let’s find out one thing. Why do we Indians love Europe so much as our dream travel destination?

Needless to say, one of the major influences comes from our Bollywood movies – It’s a romantic gateway for heroes and heroine to cherish their love, where we can witness some stunning landscapes across different parts of the continent, ease of travel throughout the continent, variety of culture, etc. Sometimes the influence becomes so strong that some of us planned their proposal in the ‘City of Love’ – Paris or go on to choose Switzerland as their honeymoon destination to witness the magic of Europe in reality.

I am quite sure, there are some issues with many travellers who are mostly on budget and try to do all sorts of calculations to cut off the expenses related to the trip such as flight charges, accommodation, food, and most importantly visa problem, which hold them back.

Relax! In this article, I will provide you some pro tips and a step-by-step outline on how you can go ahead carefully planning your dream Euro Trip a reality without any stress or any kind of brainstorming and most importantly on a budget.

Let’s go then!

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How to Plan A Budget Europe Trip From India

Planning an organized trip can really take as long as you want. However, if you planning to visit at least the big cities/capitals, you should have to spend a minimum of 2 full days in each city you visit and smaller cities might need only 1 full day. Write-off your arrival day to Europe for sure. It’s very natural to get a jet-lag.

Before starting your dream Europe trip plan, here are a few tips for your trip around Europe on a budget:

Choose your destinations wisely — If you have a clear idea about what you want to see like Colosseum or Vatican City in Rome and the Eiffel Tower or Louvre in Paris, you already know where you will go. Found out the main attractions you want to see and do in each city you’d like to visit. Make a list for your reference, so that you won’t miss out on anything.

Plan Your Travel Path — You might have your heart set on Prague, Rome, Amsterdam, Paris, and Athens, but if you only have two weeks or less, you’ll have to rethink. These cities are spread out and you need to spend a lot of time traveling than enjoying Europe. Plan out a travel path that is closely connected, and leave the remaining destinations for your next visit. It’s next to impossible to travel even only the big cities in Europe in a month’s time!

Figure out your budget — Apart from planning a travel path that won’t take up your entire trip, you should also plan out how much you need to spend for traveling place to place, food, stay, etc. If it’s starting to hit you hard, try to skip a destination that would be fun, but not worthy for this trip.

Plan Day Trips — Sometimes you may discover after checking your travel route that some places you want to visit are pretty close to bigger cities where you want to stay in. So, planning a day trip to the countryside instead of spending a night in a small town could be exciting and trust me, the European countryside will always surprise you with its beauty and it’s better to have a break from the bustling city.

Look for cheap and convenient travel options – One of the major portions of our budget usually goes into booking the main flights to and from India. I will suggest you use some of the flight app trackers like Skyscanner, Google Flights, or can visit the direct sites to compare the fares to keep a watch on the flight rates well ahead of your tentative travel date to get the best lowest rates or connection. Always look for a cheaper connection from major cities like Delhi or Mumbai. When you are traveling within European cities, you can also plan to take buses, trains, or budget airlines (through low-cost European carrier Ryanair or Wizz Air) on your trip but the prices will depend on how close cities are and which European budget airline you fly with.

Depending on the number of countries you choose, it is often economical to buy a Eurail Pass , an all-in-one train ticket giving you unlimited access to most trains across various destinations. Let me tell you one important thing if you manage your carry-on luggage strictly under 10 kgs, then you can fly as cheap as 30 Euro or less than that to different destinations within Europe to save time. Although, if not then, going by the bus (Flixbus) is the next best but definitely the cheapest option while travelling within Europe. My total intra-Europe travel cost including commuting to five countries through 4 flights, and 1 train travel came up to a total of ₹ 6780.

Find out budget Accommodation – Finding cheap accommodation is another aspect when you have a few days to stay in a city. Some of the best options for affordable accommodations include Airbnb, Youth hostels—or luxury hostels, hotels, and the cheapest of all couch surfing. Each of them will vary in price and location, but according to your budget, you should try to stay near to the city centre as it saves some travel time while visiting the tourist destinations.

When and Where To Visit In Europe

I planned my Euro-trip when I was doing my M.Sc. in Business Administration in Rome.  It took me two months to decide on which places to visit and finally came up with a fully packed 10-day itinerary covering 5 cities (only capital cities) with a complete estimate of what the middle-class me as a student was most worried about – Budget!

Here’s a brief outline for those who are planning a European vacation for the first time.

Now, the answer to this when and where to visit in Europe lies in the time you have available as well as your budget.

So, if you are clueless about what would be the ideal time to travel to your favourite European holiday destinations then the answer will be any time between the high season and low season (Known as Shoulder season) is often considered as the ideal time to visit Europe as major cities don’t seem to be as crowdy as in high season.

Ideally Spring (between March-May) and Autumn (between September-November) are the best time to travel but most of the cities are happen to be crowdy and sightseeing could be a bit expensive as well.

If you are travelling Europe for the first time, try to do a sampling of all the exotic locations that Europe has to offer. Keep the rest for your next visit, which may be a long stay in a destination that really close to your heart, and skip over a place you may not have enjoyed.

No need to worry about that!

Here’s a simple breakdown of the minimum duration of your stay in each country (only for 11 Schengen countries). In this chart below, we are assuming that you are going to visit at least 2 major cities and 2 minor cities in each country for your Europe trip.

Europe Trip Itinerary From India

To make your life easier I am going to suggest a 14-Day Europe trip itinerary from India, which is something like this:

Delhi (India) —> Budapest (Hungary) *

• Budapest is one of those European cities that has a little bit of everything. The main attractions are the Parliament Building, Buda Castle, Szechenyi Chain Bridge, Fisherman’s Bastion, the ruin bars etc and is perfect for the budget travellers and backpackers as many of its tourist sights are FREE! In addition, you can also visit few other major urban cities like Eger , Szeged , Pecs .

Budapest (Hungary) —> Vienna (Austria)

• Guess what! Your next destination has been ranked the most livable city in the world! You should definitely visit Schönbrunn Palace, Hofburg Palace, Belvedere Palace, The Museum of Fine Art, and last but not the least, the classical Vienna Coffee with Sacher cake. Include Innsbruck and Salzburg in your list as well (Bollywood has a special inclination towards these three locations – 85 movies were partly shot in Austria in the last few years)

Vienna (Austria) —> Prague (Czech Republic)

• Capital of Czech Republic – Prague or Praha is also known as the “City of Thousand Spires”, situated at the centre of Europe. The most significant landmarks include Charles Bridge, Prague Castle Complex, The Old Town, Prague’s Astronomical Clock, and of course, the Czech beer!  Don’t miss out Brno , second biggest city and considered as one of the  top places to visit in Czech Republic. From Brno you can visit Adršpach Rock City, famous for formations made out sandstone that are pretty unusual in appearance. This one is perfect city for those who’re looking forward to an offbeat adventure. Your last stop could be Liberec, city with perfect balance of art and adventure. Adventure lovers can hike and ski at Jizera Mountains. Also, visit Jested peak that offers jaw-dropping views.

Prague (Czech Republic) —> Paris (France)

• Most people prefer to visit the ‘City of Love” – Paris during their first trip to Europe. Paris is a plethora of fashion, food, art and culture. The most popular attraction in Paris is none other than the Eiffel Tower, an engineering marvel in itself. Other popular attraction includes – Louvre Museum, Arc De Triomphe, Palace of Versailles. Finally, how you can miss the Champs-Elysées evening stroll and Ladurée’s macarons which are the perfect balance of flavours that simply melts in your mouth! A walk in Montmartre is perfect to end your day of exploration. If you are a lover of good food and wine, then Bordeaux, the capital of French wine is the place for you. Nice and Marseille are among the other best cities to visit in France.

Paris (France) —> Rome (Italy)

• There are so many incredible cities to visit in Italy alone, you could easily spend your whole 14-days’ vacation in this wonderful country with a stunning natural beauty and rich historical, architectural brilliance. The cities that you shouldn’t miss apart from Rome is Florence, which require at least 2-3 days each, while smaller cities like Naples and Venice can be seen in a day or two.

Rome (Italy) —>Delhi

*Write-off your arrival day to Europe

For internal travel between cities check options through  rome2rio , which shows the best and cheapest options for buses, flights, or trains.

Moreover, if you don’t want to plan your Europe trip by yourself, then you can travel through some Indian Tour agencies who provide some best Europe tour packages from India, like Thomas Cook, SOTC, etc, but I personally don’t recommend that as they have some pre-planned trips with time-bound.

Finally, if you are looking for a guided and expert planned vacation and travel packages and want to plan your own custom Europe trip, your best place could be ‘TravelStride’. They will match you with a local travel expert and plan, a custom itinerary for you as per your budget!

How cool is that!!

Things To Take On Europe Trip From India

Before heading out to the booking your flight, there are few very important things that you’ll need to take on a Europe trip from India.

Before you pack your bags and be ready to go, check all your travel documents and other necessary things prepared. This includes your passport (valid at least 6 months from your arrival), Europe travel insurance, travel itinerary, Europe trip package information, hotel reservations, visas (if necessary), copies of your passport, Europe travel map, and an international driver’s license if you intend to drive in countries that require one.

Visa for Europe Trip From India

For Europe, there are 26 countries that are covered under the Schengen Visa scheme. Firstly, be very clear about your plan and the number of countries you intend to visit, check whether they are covered under the Schengen scheme or not?

For traveling to Europe, you need to apply for a short-term Schengen visa under the “tourist” specification from India. Schengen Visa Fees for Indian Passport holders is around ₹ 7000.

You can easily apply through the VFS centres in your respective city. Still having doubts, don’t!

You can apply your Schengen Visa on your own through VFS Global .

It is highly recommended to apply for a visa at least two months prior to your probable travel date to avoid last minute tension.

SIM Card For Europe Travel From India

Are you planning to buy a SIM card for Europe travel from India?

If possible, try to avoid that. It’s always better to buy a local SIM card in the respective country as roaming charges do apply and network availability might vary. For example, in Italy Wind mobile is economical and easily accessible across all cities with attractive plans.

Europe Travel Insurance

When you are travelling to Europe, it is compulsory to have well-covered travel insurance for visa purposes as well as for our own medical assurance. It is recommended to always purchase insurance which covers not only the actual number of days but extra days as well. There are various approved Indian travel insurance companies (Apollo Munich Health Insurance Company, Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company, etc), where you can purchase travel medical insurance for the Schengen visa process. I purchased my insurance through Bajaj Allianz at the time of my travel. It will cost you around ₹ 2000 to ₹ 3000.

How Much Does It Cost For Europe Trip From India?

Many people ask this question, but honestly speaking that is quite difficult to answer.

Firstly, Europe is not a country, it’s a continent that comprises many countries. Some of them are more expensive to travel like, Switzerland and some are relatively cheaper like, Greece, while a few of them are pretty cheap e.g., Budapest.

Please keep in mind that your cost will entirely depend on which places you visit at what season, the kind of accommodation you stay at, the modes you choose for intra-city transportation (flights, taxis, train, buses, etc.).

How much would a solo Europe trip from India cost?

Europe trip budget from India for a normal 14-day trip that covers 4-5 countries usually costs people up to 1 to 1.5 Lakhs per person. On the other hand, if you are doing the entire Europe trip backpacking (hitchhiking, staying in hostels, choosing cheap transportations wisely etc.), the costs will be substantially different from a regular trip.

You can get an idea of the costs from the posts on Eastern Europe tours from India .

I hope this gives you a clear idea about the cost of Europe trip from India.

I am quite sure that this article will help you plan a budget Europe trip with ease and serves as a complete Europe trip guide from India. If you find it useful, have any questions, or suggestions for improving the blog please write feedback in a comment.

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How To Plan A Europe Trip From India

The very process of how to plan a Europe trip from India can feel daunting.

From applying visas to shortlisting destinations to following a strict budget, there is a lot to plan.

When I was thinking of my first ever backpacking trip to Europe, I was quite doubtful too. I had limited money and was travelling alone. To make it even worse, I was travelling Europe for 2-month, straight, covering 8 countries in total. But then, it helped me learn how to plan a Europe trip from India.

And now that I’ve been to Europe about a dozen times since my first trip in 2017, I think it’s time that I share some useful tips and a step-by-step guide and help others in planning a Europe trip from India, the way I did. So here we go…

Before I start, let’s see a quick Youtube video I have posted on my Youtube Channel. This is an overview of my 2 months Europe backpacking trip :

Now let’s start with TIP number 1 in our list of how to plan a Europe trip from India…

Know Your Budget

There is no denying the fact that Europe is an expensive destination for Indians. Even a basic meal in Mc Donalds, somewhere in Zurich, can cost over 1000 Rupees. Knowing how much you can spend always helps.

I suggest you take a pen and paper write down the approximate costs because thinking of budget figurately is a lot different than putting it on paper. Writing down your budget is the first step to plan a trip from India to Europe.

To give an idea, the day-to-day costs including accommodation, food, sightseeing, public transportation, and a few extra incidental costs come to somewhere between 60-100 EUR per day in Western Europe and 40-80 EUR per day in Eastern Europe, for a budget traveller. This is when you are not living lavishly but not making too many sacrifices either. If you’re doing activities like sky diving or visiting an adventure park, add those expenses on top.

If you are a little more careful, you can save about 20%-30% more. This includes cooking your own food than eating out, travelling on a bus than on a train, and so on and so forth.

Here’s a related article you may want to read: Top Budget Travel Tips for Europe .

Once you know your budget, the next things to do in this travel blog on how to plan a Europe trip from India is creating an itinerary.

Create An Itinerary

Once you are done with the budget part, the next thing is shortlisting destinations, creating a route-map and finalizing your itinerary.

If you’re planning a one week trip in Europe, for example, I suggest you start with deciding a base city for you, and travel around it, doing a loop. This allows you to not redo the same journey and travel only new places.

For example, during my Europe trip, I chose Zurich as my base city (or my starting and finishing point) and did a big circle around it. Here’s what I did:

The reason I chose Zurich was that flights from India to Zurich were the cheapest India. Zurich, Frankfurt, Paris, Berlin, Rome are a few popular destinations with cheapest flights from India. Consider starting your trip from one of these cities.

Additionally, ask yourself whether you are into history or art or culture? Or perhaps adventure. And choose destinations accordingly. Also, if you want to travel on a low budget, focus on Eastern Europe. Scandinavia and Western Europe are the two most expensive regions in Europe.

Once you’re done with a rough the itinerary, consider yourself halfway to their entire dilemma of how to plan a Europe trip from India.

Search A Flight

While there is no standard time to book a flight, doing it about 6 weeks prior to your trip is a good idea. Remember, it can also take up to 4 weeks to get your Schengen visa.

A round-trip flight is always cheaper than a one-way flight. But if you want to start from one destination and finish at the other, a multi-destination flight works the best.

If you have some time before you travel to Europe, it’s best to keep checking the flights from time to time. Signup for a reminder when the price for the flight you’re looking for becomes the cheapest. You can do that on flight booking sites like Skyscanner, Goibibo and others. For best flight deals, check the offers here as well.

And here’s a more detailed article to help you with more tips: Top Tips For Booking Flight Tickets .

Buy Travel Insurance

For Indians travelling to Europe, travel insurance is mandatory. There are several domestic companies like Aditya Birla, Bajaj Allianz and Bharti AXA, among others, I never bought my travel insurance from them.

Because they don’t cover every aspect of my trip.

When buying travel insurance you should know what kind of coverage your insurance policy entitles you to. Travel insurance is not just medical insurance. There are different types of coverage available based on your needs.

Since I carry a lot of expensive photography/computer gear I need something that also covers me in case I get robbed. Eg, I got robbed in Bratislava a few years ago, but my insurance plan covered my damages.

So if you are someone who travels alone, carry a lot of digital equipment, book too many hotels/flights in advance, and want to stay covered no matter what, I suggest you buy your insurance from this company called ‘SafetyWings’. I’ve been using them for a couple of years for all my international travels. It covers me for medical problems, accidents, travel delays, lost checked luggage, and even natural disasters.

Think of travel insurance as an investment and not an expense. It covers you if something goes wrong. A wrong (or a cheap) travel insurance is just as good as having no insurance as all.

You can check Safetywing’s website by clicking here . Check different plans, and buy the one that best suits your needs.

Apply For Schengen Visa

Of course, you cannot plan a trip to Europe from India without getting a valid Schengen visa. Apply for a single-entry tourist visa, and you can use it to cross borders across the Schengen territory.

It is advised to apply for a Schengen Tourist Visa at least 4 weeks prior to the planned trip. In most cases, however, The Embassy Consulate takes only around 10 days to process the application. A tourist Schengen visa is commonly valid for stays no more than 90 days.

Though the process of applying for a Schengen visa looks complicated, it’s rather very simple. I suggest you apply for a Schengen visa on your own and save the agent fee. Here’s a detailed article on How To Apply for Schengen Visa As Indians .

Nex tip in this blog on how to plan a Europe trip from India is learning how to travel inside the continent.

How To Travel Inside Europe

Now that you are ready for the journey, let’s figure out how to best travel inside Europe. From booking hotels to buses, in Europe, everything feels so organised and orderly done — contrary to how we are accustomed to in India — making travelling in Europe fairly easy.

One thing you want to do as soon as you end up in a new town in Europe is visiting the local Tourist Information centre and collecting the free city-map and other reading material. This allows you to know the latest tourist attractions as well as get some local information not covered in guidebooks and online travel blogs.

If you’re going to be using public transport and visiting a lot of museums, invest in a City Card. Most towns across Europe have a City Card that allows unlimited free public transport and free entry to museums. For tourists who enjoy doing too much in too little time, a City Card saves them time as well as money. It is possible to buy a City Card online as well as from the local tourist information centre.

Between your arrival and departure in Europe, you won’t find any immigration checkpoints. Just catch a bus or a train and cross borders inside the Schengen zone, just like you enter from one state to the other in India.

Here’s more information on different transportation modes inside Europe:

Flights : It is possible to find a cheaper flight ticket in Europe than a train/bus ticket, so keep an eye. And it mostly happens for prominent long-distance journeys like Rome-Paris or Paris-Barcelona or Barcelona-Amsterdam. For example, I once travelled from Rome to Paris, with Ryanair, for 25 EUR. The same journey in train and bus would have cost me 80 EUR and 60 EUR, respectively. My three favorite low-cost budget airlines in Europe are Transavia, EasyJet, and Ryanair.

Buses : Buses in Europe are a lot cheaper than trains, and most budget backpackers rely on them to keep their travel costs low. Speaking of my personal experience, during my 2-month backpacking trip to Europe in 2017, I did 18 bus rides and 2 train rides in total. By doing so (and roughly speaking) I saved around 200 EUR. Where a train ride would have cost 50 EUR, the bus took 35, sometimes even lesser. Though of course buses take comparatively more travel-time, for me time was never a problem, and speaking of comfort, I personally found buses just as comfortable as trains. Megabus, Flixbus , Eurolines, Regiojet are a few international bus operators in Europe.

Trains : Trains in Europe are faster than buses, and take a more scenic route, passing through beautiful countryside. Almost every country has its own national train service that is cheaper than EuRail. But if you’re visiting a few countries and you want to travel by train, it’s best to buy a weekly pass for EuRail.

Various bus operators also have a weekly/monthly travel pass. Compare different bus/train operators and find what suits you the best.

Car-Hire : I once did a one-week road trip across Germany and totally loved the experience. It may take a couple of days to get used to, but driving in Europe has its own charm. And if you’re a group of more than 3 people, hiring a car moreover saves you a great deal of money. Read this article for more tips: Tips For Renting A Car In Europe .

I recommend you to check deals at Discover Cars for car rental options.

How To Book Accommodation In Europe

From budget hostels to luxury hotels to b&bs, Europe has something for everyone. And the best thing is, no matter what you choose, you’re going to find it neat and clean. There will be no smelly bedsheets waiting for you in Europe.

For me, backpacker hostels are the preferred accommodation type. And this is for two reasons… 1) I travel solo and hostels allow me to meet other travellers. 2) hostels are cheap.

If you want luxury and high-standard, and you are travelling in a pair, choose to stay in a hotel. If you want luxury and high-standard, and you’re three or more people, consider renting an apartment (apartments come with a kitchen too, allowing you to cook your own food). Airbnbs are good if you want a more local experience.

Either way, your place to stay with cozycozy , the accommodation search engine, where you’ll find hotels, hostels, Airbnbs and more.

If you’re a long-term backpacker, or local experiences attract you, I suggest you try Couchsurfing as well. I have personally tried Couchsurfing in Europe and loved the experience. It is also possible to volunteer in Europe as an Indian. Use websites like WorldNomds and workaway.info to find volunteering options. Read my horse riding experience In Germany . If you’re planning to volunteer and travel, you only need to apply for a tourist visa.

Best Months For To Plan A Europe Trip From India

Honestly speaking, any time is a good time for Europe.

If you want more backpackers around and want to enjoy open/street cafes, summer is the best time. But remember that summer is the peak season for most countries in Europe, so expect more crowd and high prices wherever you go.

If you want to experience Christmas markets in Europe and cosy indoor cafes, visit during winter. Daylight remains fairly limited during winter, but that doesn’t stop locals and tourists to enjoy the charms of Europe. Winter makes for a romantic time to travel in Europe.

If you want to visit Europe in the off-season (though there’s nothing like an off-season for Europe, but only fewer tourists around) visit during monsoon. Unlike in India, it only drizzles in Europe. The rain never stops any movement in Europe.

What To Carry From India For A Europe Trip

Wondering what to carry for your Europe trip? My advice: Not too many things.

Taxis are expensive in Europe. You may have to walk. Chances are, you are moreover going to shop in Europe, so don’t carry too much.

For a trip lasting one week or more, this is what I suggest you carry:

• 3-6 pairs of T-shirts
• 2-3 Paris of party wear shirts
• 4 bottoms or pants
• Ankle boots
• 1 sweater/fleece (for all seasons)
• Thermals and a heavy jacket (for winter)
• Sunglasses (for summer and spring)
• Waterproof jacket (for monsoon)
• 5-6 pairs of socks
• Medications and first-aid kit
• Basic Toiletry

9 Tips For How To Plan A Europe Trip From India

• Use websites like Musement, GetYourGuide, Klool and Viator to book group tours in Europe.
• Don’t try to explore too many destinations in a short frame of time. You will end up missing the essence of the place.
• Learn some local phrases. Eg. people in France will behave much nicely if you start the conversation in French and then gradually switch to English. Same with Germans or Italians or Czech.
• The standard voltage in Europe is 230V and the frequency is 50HZ which is the same in India but the socket type varies. I advise you to buy an international converter to be able to use it worldwide. You can buy a converter in most airports around the world.
• Your Indian sim card is either not going to work or charge you hefty amounts for international roaming. Solution? Buy a local sim-card, or get an international sim-card. Matrix, UniConnect and WorldSIM are some of the top international sim-card providers.
• Almost all tourist towns in Europe organise a free-walking tour. Ask the local tourist information center about the timing and the starting point. Walking tours are great to get to know about a city and even make some friends if you’re travelling solo.
• I understand that the first Euro trip is always about seeing the maximum number of countries, so be it. The only advice is don’t just stick to visiting big towns, rather, explore a bit of countryside too. It is the countryside in Europe that makes it more romantic and beautiful.
• Though most people say the contrary, I find tipping in Europe isn’t mandatory — especially in Western Europe. If you do not have the money or don’t like the service, it’s okay to not tip at a restaurant or at a bar. The waiters are not going to frown upon you, as they otherwise do in India.
• Euro is the standard currency across all Schengen countries. Rather than carrying cash, I suggest you carry a travel card. An International travel card works similar to your Bank Debit Card in India — just transfer funds from your bank account to your travel card, and voila. Refill when the funds are exhausted. Countries that have their own currency like Hungary and the Czech Republic happily accept Euros everywhere.

I understand the process of how to plan a Europe trip from India can feel daunting, especially for the first-timers. But after a few trips, you automatically start understanding the continent better. Which bus service is the cheapest? How to find a free walking tour? How to survive in Europe as a vegan. All these learning come to you naturally. But whether you travel Europe as a rookie or as a savvy traveller, any time spent in Europe makes for a beautiful memory.

Also read: How To Travel World Without Money

That’s all in this blog on how to plan a Europe trip from India. If you have more questions, ask me in the comments below.

Great work! Me and my husband are planning our first Europe trip and were just looking out for this kinda content 🙂

It would be great if you can share the locations to book an accommodation in Paris, Amsterdam and Rome.. thanks!

Great blog MR Dev and i am travelling europe may be with in 2-3year acc to this pandamic and full support from me brother love u love from UP And also great explanation of blog

Hi Dev, Very nice and helpful blog I must say. I am planning to visit Europe maybe next year.. depending upon the pandemic situation. Thanks for this post. I will surely consider the points you have listed before planning the trip.

Stay safe and thank you

Thanks Shweta. Stay safe \/

Very nice and detailed blog. I am planning to visit Europe from Delhi India in 2021. Useful suggestions.

Hi dev, u did a fabulous job bro.. I needed ur help to plan my Europe trip as I am traveling along with my wife, as I am holding a budget of bout 3..4 lacs frm, “India” for about 3-4 weeks of trip. I just wanted to know from where to begin & where to end.. Like serial wise..

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How To Travel To Europe From India? The Complete 2024 Guide

So how do you actually travel to Europe from India?

Planning a trip to Europe can be a daunting task, especially if you are travelling from India.

With so many different countries and cultures to explore, it can be difficult to know where to start.

Fortunately, with some careful planning and research, it is possible to have a seamless and enjoyable travel experience when visiting Europe from India.

It doesn’t matter if you are planning a solo trip to Europe or a family holiday, we have got you covered!

This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about visiting Europe and planning your trip. By the end of this article, you will be confident about anything a trip to Europe could throw at you.

Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned pro, this guide will help you navigate all the ins and outs of travelling to Europe from India.

So what are we waiting for? Let’s get started!

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How much does a Europe trip cost from India?

Unfortunately, there is not a direct answer to this question, as the cost of a European trip from India will depend on a number of factors, including the length and type of travel, the time of year you plan to visit, and your budget preferences.

A budget-conscious traveller can expect to spend around $1000, whereas those who are seeking a more luxurious trip can spend upwards of $10,000 for a trip to Europe from India.

If you are looking for a more affordable option, there are many budget-friendly travel packages available that can help you plan an exciting and memorable trip at an affordable price.

These packages may include basic transportation, accommodation, and activities such as sightseeing tours.

There are a lot of great tours around, but if you want to save money, it is best to book everything yourself .

When is the best time to visit Europe from India?

Most will instantly say the summertime (June-early September)

Without a doubt, the summer months are the most popular time to plan a trip to Europe.

However, it does depend on your preference. And planning your trip from India to Europe will be a lot more expensive during the summer.

Your visit during the warmer summer months will be filled with plenty of festivals and outdoor activities all across the continent. Or you might want to opt for winter to see the festive decorations and enjoy some of the cosy, winter-inspired activities on offer.

The best time to visit Europe does depend on what you want out of your trip. But if you want warm weather and cheaper prices , I recommend visiting in April , May/ early June.

The best way to get to Europe from India

There are a number of different ways to travel to Europe from India for your travels.

If you’re looking for the most affordable and fastest option, consider taking one of the many low-cost airlines that operate between India and various European cities.

These airlines include WOW Air, Norwegian Air Shuttle, and IndiGo.

No matter what you decide is the best way to get to Europe for your trip, make sure you have the best luggage for exploring Europe .

👉 This is my #1 option because it is really durable and can handle a lot!

What is the best way to tour Europe?

There are countless ways to explore this beautiful continent.

Whether you prefer a luxury tour bus with all the comforts of home, an adventurous solo backpacking trip through the countryside, or anything in between, there is something for everyone when it comes to travelling around Europe.

There are a few different ways to travel between countries. One option is to fly from one destination to another.

This can be a quick and easy way to get around, but it can also be expensive.

The most popular option is to take the train. This can be a great way to see the countryside and meet other travellers, but it isn’t always the fastest way.

One of the most popular ways to tour Europe by train is by using an interrail pass.

There are so places in Europe like the Balkans and Greece where getting the train can be hard work, so to make your life easier, take a local bus or hire a car.

I hire a car for most of my trips to Europe, it’s a great way to save money and see a lot of places in a short amount of time.

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How to plan a solo trip to Europe from India

Solo travelling to Europe can be a long and expensive journey- But it’s worth it!

It can also be a bit daunting, especially if you’re not used to it. If you’re thinking of taking a solo trip from India to Europe, there are a few things you’ll need to keep in mind before you go:

✅ Start by researching the visa requirements for both countries. Indian citizens will need to apply for a Schengen visa in order to enter Europe

✅Make sure you do your research and pick a destination that you’re comfortable exploring on your own. Places like Copenhagen have epic tours and I find it easy to visit alone.

✅ Start planning your itinerary and booking your accommodation and transport in advance. If you’re on a budget, look for hostels or Couchsurfing, they are fantastic options!

✅ Make sure you have a good travel insurance policy in place.

✅ Check you have all vaccinations that you may need for visiting Europe

✅ Learn a few key phrases to use at the destinations you are visiting.

✅ Share your plans with a family member or friend so someone knows where you are.

✅ Grab a beer and check out the best places to eat in Europe

Planning a couples trip to Europe from India

So how do you travel to Europe from India as a Couple? – pretty easily!

Couples travelling from India to Europe for the first time often have a lot of questions. How do you plan an efficient and cost-effective trip? What are the best places to visit? And how can you make the most of your time together?

Here are a few tips to help you plan the perfect couple’s trip from India to Europe:

✅Choose your destinations carefully. Do some research and decide on a few must-see sights.

If you are looking for Europe’s most romantic places to visit, take a look at this guide

✅ Then, start planning your route. Look for flights and accommodations that suit your budget and schedule.

✅ Take a look at what visa options you need and if you need any vaccinations

✅ Once you’ve got the basics sorted, it’s time to start thinking about what you’ll do on your trip.

✅ Make a list of activities that both of you will enjoy, and try to include something for every taste.

Applying for a Schengen Visa

If you’re visiting Europe from India, you’ll need to apply for a Schengen Visa .

The Schengen Visa is a short-term travel visa that allows you to visit any of the 26 Schengen countries for up to 90 days . The visa is valid for six months from the date of issue, and you can apply for it up to three months before your trip .

The process is relatively simple, but there are a few things you need to keep in mind. First of all, make sure you have all the necessary documents.

You’ll need your passport, as well as evidence of travel insurance and proof of financial means. You’ll also need to fill out the Schengen Visa application form and submit it, along with the other required documents, to the consulate or embassy of the country you’re visiting.

Once your application is processed, you’ll be issued a visa that allows you to travel freely within the Schengen Area for up to 90 days . So don’t forget to apply for your Schengen Visa before planning your trip to Europe from India!

How To Book Accommodation In Europe

It doesn’t matter if you are on a solo trip from India or taking the whole family, it is really easy to book accommodation throughout Europe.

There are a few different options available, and it can be tricky to know which one is best for you. Here’s a quick guide to help you make a decision.

One option is to stay in a hotel . This can be a good choice if you’re looking for somewhere comfortable and convenient, with all the amenities you need on-site.

This is one of the popular options as you’ll have someone to help you with any questions you might have about the area. Plus, most hotels offer breakfast, so you won’t have to worry about finding a place to eat.

However, it can also be quite expensive.

Another option is to rent an apartment or house . This is usually cheaper than staying in a hotel, and it gives you more space and freedom. However, it can be more work, as you’ll need to cook and clean for yourself.

If you’re looking for something relatively cheap, hostels are always an option. You can usually find them in most major cities, and they’re a great way to meet other travellers.

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What To Pack For A Europe Trip

Whether you’re going to Europe for business or pleasure, you’ll want to make sure you dress appropriately .

And when it comes to packing, you need to remember that Europe has a wide range of climate zones.

From snow to sun, Europe can hit you with anything during your trip, so it is best to be prepared!

Here are a few things you to consider when packing for your visit to Europe:

✔️ The weather in Europe can be unpredictable, so it’s important to pack a mix of light and heavy clothing-Layers are always a good idea.

✔️If you’re visiting during the summer, remember that the sun can be intense. Pack sunscreen and a hat to protect yourself from sunburn.

✔️ Packing comfortable walking shoes is a must – you’ll be doing a lot of walking!

By following these simple tips, you’ll make sure you’re prepared for anything – and ready to enjoy your trip to Europe from India!

FAQs about travelling to Europe from India

You have probably realised that there are lots of things to consider when you are trying to figure out how to travel to Europe from India.

And I am sure a few more questions about visiting Europe have popped into your mind. To help you plan the ultimate trip, here are some of the most frequently asked questions and answers:

Can you go to Europe by road from India?

Sure, you can road trip it from India all the way to Europe if you’re feeling ambitious (and have a trusty vehicle)!

It’ll take some serious planning and effort, but it’s doable.

Before you hit the road you will need to have the right documentation and make sure your vehicle is up to European standards.

You’ll likely need to obtain a visa for the countries you drive through and make sure your vehicle is up for the long journey – you’ll be doing a lot of driving!

Once you’re all set, map out your route and hit the open road. travelling by road from India to Europe is an adventure in itself, and you’ll get to see some amazing scenery along the way.

If you’re prepared to put in the planning and legwork, visiting Europe from India by road is definitely possible. So whether you’re dreaming of touring the French countryside or experiencing the nightlife in Berlin, start mapping out your route – Europe awaits!

What should I include in a 10 days Europe tour from India?

How Can I travel to Europe from India in Just 10 days? – it’s pretty easy!

If you’re visiting Europe from India, there’s a lot to see and do in just ten days. Here are some of the highlights you should consider adding to your Europe itinerary :

📍Start your trip in London, one of the most iconic cities in the world.

📍From there, head to Paris to see the Eiffel Tower and enjoy some French cuisine.

📍Then it’s on to Amsterdam, where you can explore the canals and visit the Anne Frank House .

📍From Amsterdam, fly to Barcelona to experience the unique culture and architecture of this vibrant city.

📍 Finally, end your trip with a few days in Rome, visiting ancient ruins like the Colosseum and exploring Vatican City.

With so much to see and do, you’re sure to have an amazing time on your ten-day Europe tour from India!

Should I get a sim card for my trip?

If you need to use the internet for google maps or to book an uber without WIFI, I highly recommend you purchase a sim card just for your trip.

You can get some really cheap sim-only cards all across Europe for as little as €10 .

Buying a European sim card will make your trip go a whole lot smoother!

Final thoughts on how to travel to Europe from India

For many people, visiting Europe is the ultimate travel dream. And if you’re lucky enough to live in India, you can make that dream a reality!

Planning a trip to Europe from India is easier than you might think. There are a number of direct flights from major Indian cities to European destinations, and with a little bit of planning, you can ensure a smooth and stress-free trip- And this guide is here to help .

No matter how long you spend in Europe or what you want to do, it has so much to offer. Just make sure you apply for your visa in advance to avoid disappointment!

Here are some more posts that will help you make the most of your trip to Europe:

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Lowri Thomas is the founder of Many Other Roads. She lives and travels in Europe and has explored more than 40 countries. She is joined on her travels with her dog Scout and they explore Europe mostly by road. Born in Wales, she also shares the best things to do in Wales, UK and beyond. She helps over 50,000 people per month plan epic Europe adventures and road trips.

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Solo Backpacking Europe From India on a Budget, A Complete Plan

It is quite common to be confused while planning your first Europe Trip Itinerary especially when you are doing Europe on a Budget. Many people take the help of the travel agencies which suggest only the overrated and highly touristic areas. Backpacking to Europe solo from India can be a task as you need to prepare for a lot many things for the Visa process. However, this blog which is a result of my own planning for my 83 days long solo backpacking trip to Europe from India , would be your step by step guide for your long-awaited Europe Trip on a Budget.

Following is the self-followed ways to begin with ’The Great Europe Trip Plan’.

Table of Contents

First of all you must know the following points before moving ahead

• Schengen Visa for the tourists is available for a short-term of only 3 months at a time. Not sure how to score a visa? Well, here is a complete visa guide for you .
• The visa approves your unrestricted movement to only 26 countries in Europe.
• Geographically, if you observe the map of Europe, it can be divided into western, eastern and central Europe. You must choose the countries based on their vicinity in order to make your commute easier.
• Before planning and booking your flight, do research a bit about the best time to visit each country + offseason too, so that you can check for less expensive flights.
• The selection of time also depends on what do you exactly wish to see. For an instance, European cities face extreme cold, snowfall from November- March but it is also the best time to get cheap flights and hotels. You can even enjoy the Christmas extravaganza during December and January.
• The continent is in full bloom and in its best beauty from April to July. However, each country has its own time of celebrations which must not be missed.

The Big Fat Europe Budget

Considering the low value of INR or any other Asian currency, you may definitely feel Europe (Especially western and Northern) but there are ways to reduce the cost while having the best local experience. Read the detailed guide for the same.

On average, if you don’t spend much on any luxury and follow my budget travel guide to Europe , the following can be your budget for western/Central and Northern European Countries.

• 15-20 Days – 70,000- 80,000 INR per person (Food + Transport + Stay + sightseeing)
• 30-40 Days – 1,20,000 – 1,50,000 INR (Food + Transport + Stay + sightseeing)
• 60-80 Days – 1,20,000 – 1,50,000 INR (Food + Transport + Stay + sightseeing)

(Note: Slower the travel, lesser the expenditure)

My 83 days backpacking trip to 8 countries could be done in 1,10,000 INR including flight, visa, stay, food, internal commute and some gifts and chocolates for irritating friends and relatives 😐 Actually gifts and chocolates cost more than anything else, so my personal advice is, better don’t share any of your plans with anyone and save on useless gifts hahaha 😉 . I could do with spending 56K for 83 days , and you can definitely do for an even lesser amount. There were many couch surfers who were running at a lower budget than mine and doing it better.

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Where to Stay in Europe?

If you are traveling with friends, then hostels are the best options in Europe. A hostel in Western and Central European Countries may cost you around 20-25 Euros including breakfast.

Most of the hostels in Europe have family rooms and private rooms for couples. And if you wish to go for a culture exchange (Read the Last two words again), you can use Couch Surfing in Europe. You can read all my personal tips on Couchsurfing while in Europe here . Couchsurfing didn’t only help me in traveling on a budget but it also helped me in experiencing the unusual places and of course, the company of a local helps you the most. Read how I ended up traveling to unexplored places with my Couchsurfing hosts .

However, the hostels are not advisable for honeymooners, they can opt for apartments or budget hotels.

How to Plan a Backpacking Trip to Europe from India (Or anywhere else)

While most of us would be confused while choosing the countries and cities to travel in Europe, it is as easy as making a list while traveling anywhere in your own country.

Step 1: Find out the best countries in Europes/ Countries for the Budget Travellers in Europe Step 2: Google the must-visit places in each chosen countries. Step 3: Put the cities of your choice one by one in google maps and it will show you the route to travel. You can drag the places up or down seeing the convenient route.

Just for your info, the Eastern European countries are way cheaper than Western and Central.

Europe Itinerary for backpacking solo: Here is an Itinerary that I followed & you can follow too

I had simply ticked the countries in a downloaded map of Europe. Also, check if the country falls into the Schengen Area.

Spain – (add Portugal if you wish) –>   France –>  Luxembourg –>  Belgium –>  Netherlands –>  Denmark à Germany –>  Czech Republic –>  Austria –>  Germany –>  Switzerland /(You can also continue to) –>  Austria to Slovakia –>  Hungary –>  Slovenia –>  Italy

The above list makes you cover most of the Western and Central Europe..

You can choose a small group of countries from the above list.

Now comes the biggest question of where to go within these countries and when? So, here is a crisp guide for you.

Enlist the Must Visit Places In Each European Country

Once you have enlisted the places of your choice in each country, put it in the google map in the following manner, this would show you where to start and where to exactly end in order to reach the next destination.

Adviced route to be followed: Barcelona (Catalan Capital City) –>Valencia (For its Sea Coast) –> Granada (For the love of Flamenco & Zambra, & the Gypsy Caves) –>  Malaga(For the Sea Lovers again) –> Ronda (For its giant bridge and natural vistas) –> Seville (Andalucian capital and a quiet beautiful city)  –> Cordoba (For the Flowery Streets and an ancient Mosque-Cathedral)–> Madrid (Another Spanish city) –>then either move towards Pamplona if you are interested in the La Tomatina or Bull Race or move towards France (Paris).

The best time to visit Spain : Mid or After May when the spring sets and the Spanish streets are adorned with colourful flowers.

Best Mode of Transport : AlSA Buses or just check the Go Euro App.

Adviced route to be followed: Paris –> Either you can move southwards towards the Provence region in the south or can head to Strasbourg –> Colmar (For the beautiful Alsace villages like Ribeauville, Riquewihr and Eguisheim & the Petite Venise or Little Venice) –> You can move either towards Switzerland from Colmar or can take a bus to Luxembourg (Country) via Metz from Strasbourg.

The best time to visit France : Mid or After May when the spring sets and the French streets are adorned by colourful flowers. If you wish to see the vineyards in full bloom before its harvest then August-September are the best months to visit.

Best Mode of Transport : OUI Buses (The Cheapest one)  or just check the Go Euro App.

Being a small country, Luxembourg provides the feel of a little city embellished with the fresh spring flowers. Luxembourg city must be visited if you are planning to take this route.

The best time to visit Luxembourg : Mid or After May when the spring sets and the city of Luxembourg has pleasant weather.

Best Mode of Transport : OUI Buses (The Cheapest one)  or just check the Go Euro App.

Adviced route to be followed: Brussels (The European Capital City) However, the city doesn’t have much to see and I can honestly advise not to spend more than a half day here –> Ghent (For its historic buildings) –> Brugge (For the Flowery Streets and fairytale-like streets) –> Antwerp (for its famous diamond market – it can surely be skipped if you are not much interested in museums) –> Dinant (For its giant bridge and natural vistas) à Move to Amsterdam

The best time to visit Belgium : Mid or After May when the spring sets and the cities of Belgium have pleasant weather.

Netherlands

Adviced route to be followed: Amsterdam –> Explore the city of Amsterdam on cycle or the nearby fairytale villages of Edam, Marken, Volendam, and Giethoorn . Also, take a cycle tour for some offbeat exploration and cheese tasting or cycle to the colorful Tulip flower fields . Trust me, it would be an experience to cherish forever. –> Move to Aarhus (Denmark)

The best time to visit the Netherlands :  May end or After when the spring sets and the Netherlands weather isn’t too harsh. However, please note that the weather in Netherland is very unpredictable and it can rain at any time.

The adviced route to be followed: Aarhus (The happiest Danish District)–> Copenhagen (the Danish Capital City with a colorful harbor) –> Take some day trips to the nearby hamlets like Hillerod, Dragor –> Move to Berlin

The best time to visit Denmark : June and after when the spring sets and Denmark has pleasant weather.

Adviced route to be followed: Berlin (However, I feel that Dresden is a good alternative to visit) –> Cologne –> Frankfurt  –> Munich (Take day trips to Rothenburg, Bamberg, and Zugspitze) –> Move down to Salzburg (Austria)

The best time to visit France : Mid or After May

Best Mode of Transport : Bla Bla Car, Flix Bus or just check the Go Euro App.

Czech Republic

The city of Prague itself has a lot to offer but one unique place that you must not miss is the chapel in Kuntahora that is decorated with the skulls and bones of more than 2000 people.

The best time to visit Czech Republic : Mid or After May when the spring sets and the city of Prague has pleasant weather.

Best Mode of Transport : Bla Bla Car or just check the Go Euro App.

Adviced route to be followed: Salzburg (Visit Hallstatt) –> Vienna

The best time to visit Austria : After May/June when the vineyards are all set to bloom.

Best Mode of Transport : Bla Bla Car. (Trains and buses do not have direct routes to most of the places)

The other guide blogs that you might need for backpacking How to Score a Schengen Visa on an Indian Passport; An Ultimate Visa Guide Europe Trip on a Budget!! How to Make it Possible Europe Food Guide for (Non/) Vegetarians and Budget Travelers Couchsurfing in Europe – Tips, Request Samples and More How Couchsurfing helped me Explore Europe Better – My Experiences

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Helpful guide! If one could do a 20 day trip in Europe for 70,000 it isn’t bad!

Definitely not bad Renuka. It just depends on personal choices, I personally feel that budget should not be a matter of competition. However, I have learnt that slower the travel, lesser the money you spend.

thank u for sharing your experience, and it also inspires others too. i also want to plan so can u help me?

Sure Arpit, let me know what help you need besides whatever I have put up on Travel hippies. Would definitely guide you.

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What’s Special: Majestic cathedrals, plazas, and Renaissance architecture

Famous Cuisine: Italian cuisine, Roman cuisine

Timings: Throughout the day

Distance from city center: 10.2 kms

One of the world’s iconic places to visit in Europe is Rome which is an amalgamation of beauty and history. Rome is included in our Europe trip package where you will be witnessing unique form of architecture. You must visit churches along with the spectacular sights of sunrise and sunsets when in Rome.

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Famous Cuisine: Traditional cuisine of Lucerne which comprises rich soups, potato and pasta dishes along with sweet and unsweetened pastries.

Distance from city center: 900 m

Some of the best things to do in Lucerne when in Switzerland are visit Mount Pilatus, Old town, Lake Lucerne, Swiss museum of transport, Chapel bridge, Rosengart collection, The Lion monument. You must surely try Swiss Alps Adventure from Lucerne which is very popular amongst the tourists.

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Distance from city center: 1 kms

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Rome: Arrival and hop on hop off tour

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Upon your arrival in Rome, the agent’s representative will greet and escort you to your hotel.

Once you have checked in and refreshed, the Hop On Hop Off tour of Rome awaits you. Board these buses with open tops and delight in the beautiful view that city’s attractions offer you. Deboard at the places of your choice and resume the sightseeing trip from designated destinations.

When the dusk falls, you can explore the city on your own. Return to the hotel for a cozy overnight stay. The first day of your trip will make you realize that this is among the best Italy tour packages you have selected.

Rome: Roman Forum, Palatine Hill & Colosseum Tour

• Palatine Hill
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Relish a hearty breakfast at the hotel and be prepared for a guided tour inside the Colosseum, in the Roman Forum and on the Palatine Hill.

Today, you will have a sneak peek into the past of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and the Palatine Hill. Visit the amphitheatre and get a glimpse of life of gladiators. Now, you will be taken to delight in some important ancient structures around the Roman Forum.

Thereafter, get ready to witness the charm of the Palatine Hill, which is the centermost of the Seven Hills of Rome. Also, this Hill holds significance for being among the most ancient parts of Rome. Enjoy this wonderful experience with the best of Italy vacation packages.

After such a remarkable virtual tour to the past, return to the present and your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.

Tip: Carry a water bottle and an umbrella while exploring the city as the sun can be scorchingly hot.

Venice: Day at leisure

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It's time to visit Venice after a wonderful Rome trip for incredible experience that Italy tour packages from India have in store for you.

The next destination in the package is Venice. After having breakfast, check out from your hotel in Rome and you will be transferred to the Rome railway station. Board your train to Venice. On your arrival in Venice, you will be escorted to your hotel. After reaching hotel, you have the entire day to relax and enjoy.

When the sun sets, you can take pleasure in a wonderful Gondola Ride. As you float through the calm waters, enjoy a visual treat of beautiful buildings around. Return to the hotel and delight in a peaceful overnight stay.

Optional: Gondola ride

Distance between Rome and Venice: 525 km approx.

Travel Time via train: 3 hours, 45 minutes approx.

Venice: Half day Murano, Burano, and Torcello tour

• Murano, Burano, and Torcello Tour

Greet the morning with a breakfast buffet at the hotel and get ready for a half day tour to the islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello.

This day in your chosen package from the bunch of Italy holiday packages will take you to exotic islands - Murano, Burano, and Torcello.

While sailing towards the island of Murano, you will explore the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, tip of Sant’Elena, Lido Beach Resort, and Public Gardens. Once you reach Murano, you will be taken to visit the renowned colored glass factories.

As you enjoy the charm of Murano, the picturesque beauty of Burano awaits your visit. This island is popular for high quality lace and vibrant fisherman houses. After relishing the visual treat of this island for half an hour, start sailing for the island of Torcello. This island is renowned for being among the most ancient zones of civilizations. Also, it houses the church of Santa Fosca, and the Cathedral.

After having explored the island trio, you will be transferred back to the St. Mark’s Square. You can enjoy an evening at leisure here.

Return to the hotel to be refreshed with sound sleep and be prepared for the next part of your trip.

Interlaken: Day at leisure

Savor an early morning breakfast and get transferred to the Venice station to board a train to Zurich.

Once you arrive in Zurich, use your RE4A Swiss Pass to board the train to Interlaken. On your arrival in Interlaken, reach and check-in to your hotel. Get refreshed and relax before enjoying the leisure day.

Explore the crystal clear lakes and streams, meandering lanes, and buzzing marketplaces. Explore the tourist hot-spots of the city at your own.

Thereafter, return to your hotel for a cozy overnight stay. While retiring to bed, you will certainly realize that this is one of the most exciting Switzerland tour packages that you have booked.

Tip: If you want to experience the festive spree of the city, try to partake in the Yodeling Festival and the Trucker & Country Festival.

Distance from Venice to Zurich: 540 km approx

Travel Time via train: 8 hours 15 min approx.

Distance from Zurich to Interlaken: 118 km approx.

Travel Time via train: 2 hours and 20 min approx.

Interlaken: An excursion to Mt Jungfrau

Arise to a beautiful morning in Interlaken and indulge in a hearty breakfast before you leave for a day’s excursion to Mt Jungfrau (Using RE4A pass).

Mt Jungfrau, a dreamland clad in snow is the next attraction in your itinerary. Board a train to Kleine Scheidegg via Lauterbrunnen to experience a fascinating journey that will take you to the highest station in Europe.

Here, the majestic view of the snow covered peaks of Jungfraujoch will manifold the delight of your tour. Absorb the natural beauty spread generously all around. Move forward to visit the majestic ice formations at the Ice Cave. To savor delicious delicacies amidst the snowy peaks, have lunch at one of the restaurants in Jungfraujoch.

After enjoying such a wonderful day on the top of Europe, start for a return journey to Interlaken via train. En route, delight in a visual treat that the mighty Swiss Alps present you.

On reaching the hotel, you will revisit the destination in your dreams!

Today, you would certainly admit that this is one of the best Switzerland holiday packages that you have chosen.

Lucerne: Sightseeing in Lucerne

Begin the day by enjoying a scrumptious breakfast and prepare to leave Interlaken. Set off for an amazing journey to Lucerne via train using RE4A pass.

On your arrival in Lucerne and check-in to your hotel, relax and regain your energy for sightseeing. Visit the destinations in this city as per your desire. You can choose to visit the Lion Monument, the Chapel Bridge, and many other tourist places of Lucerne.

Those interested in shopping in Switzerland can buy souvenirs such as watches, chocolates, and many more Swiss products.

You can also step in the amazing nightlife of Lucerne to experience what more this city holds when the sun goes down. Return to your hotel and allow your weary self to relax overnight.

Distance between Interlaken and Lucerne: 68.2 km

Travel Time via train: 1 hour, 2 minutes approx.

Lucerne: A day at Mt Titlis

Enjoy a filling breakfast as the crisp morning air greets you. Today, you will be visiting the enchanting Mt Titlis (using RE4A).

Take your trip to the next level with a ride on the first ever revolving gondola to Mt Titlis. Board the LSE train from Lucerne to Engelberg. From Engelberg a small gondola will take you to Trübsee - a mountain lake. From here, you will be further taken to Stand by another gondola before reaching Mt Titlis.

On the Mount, witness the natural splendor of Swiss mountains. Don’t miss out to explore the Ice Flyer Chairlift and glacier cave. Thereafter, relish Indian or Continental delicacies for lunch at the restaurant as you savor a visual treat of mesmerising surroundings.

It’s time to head back to Lucerne. As you sneak into your bed at your hotel, be prepared to welcome the dreams that will help you relive the day’s experience. For sure, you would want to have more of such Switzerland packages from India.

Paris: Illumination tour of Paris

• Seine River Cruise
• Illumination Tour

Be an early bird to bid bye to Switzerland as you will be visiting Paris today. More fun and excitement awaits you...

After having breakfast at the hotel, check out from the hotel. Proceed to the station and board a train to Basel (using RE4A). From here you can board your train to Paris. Your arrival in Paris is welcomed by the agent’s representative who will escort you to your hotel. Check-in and re-energize for an incredible Illumination tour in the evening.

As the sun sets, you will be taken to the delightfully lit Eiffel Tower. Admire its gleaming charm inside out. When you still have eyes for the mesmeric Eiffel Tower, your tour will be enriched with an amazing cruise on River Seine on this enchanting Illumination Tour.

Being smitten with the beauty you have enjoyed with the best of France tour packages, get back to your hotel for a peaceful overnight stay.

Distance between Lucerne and Basel: 100 km approx.

Travel Time via train: 1 hour 15 min approx.

Distance between Basel and Paris: 517 km approx.

Travel Time via train: 3 hours and 57 minutes approx.

Paris: Disneyland Park

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Enjoy your Parisian breakfast at the hotel and get ready for a roller coaster ride of fun and excitement in Disneyland.

This day of your chosen package from the bouquet of holiday packages for France treats you to unlimited doses of fun. Today you will be taken to Disneyland, where adults can relive their childhood and kids find it paradisiacal.

Disneyland is an entertainment resort that houses hotels, theme parks as well as shopping centres. Enjoy pure slices pleasure at this recreation zone.

Retreat to your hotel and have a cozy overnight stay as you think about the great times enjoyed in Disneyland.

Tip: Fastpass tickets are free and allow you to skip long queues. These tickets are available from machines around the park.

London: Day at leisure

After exploring Paris, it’s time to move ahead to your next destination - London- the opulent city.

After relishing delectable breakfast, check out from the hotel in Paris. Now, you will be transferred to railway station to board your train to London.

On your arrival in London, the agent’s representative will escort you to the hotel. Refresh and enjoy the entire day at leisure. You can also explore the city on your own, if you wish. By doing so, you will get a glimpse of the culture of London as well as its royal legacy.

Meander through its lanes, get closer to its past by visiting museums, and have a flavor of the city’s art in its galleries. You can also visit several other tourist destinations of London at your own pace.

Return to your hotel to take some good rest during your overnight stay and re-energize for the next day fun.Exploring the hot-spots of London with your Europe tour package is certainly an experience to cherish.

Distance from Paris to London: 344 km approx

Travel Time via train: 2 hours, 26 minutes approx

London: Sightseeing in London

• Coca Cola London Eye

Enhance your vacation experience as you embark on a Hop On Hop Off Boat tour over River Thames and a visit to Coca Cola London Eye.

After savoring breakfast at the hotel, explore the city with the Red Rover hop on hop off boat tour. Witness the glorious history of London as you sail on River Thames. Not only this but you also discover breathtaking views of major riverside attractions of the city with this package for Europe.

The river cruise also treats you with the sight of the London Eye, which is also known as the Millennium Wheel. Climb atop this giant Ferris Wheel only to be enchanted with a panoramic view of the city.

Thereafter, relish dinner at a local restaurant and return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Tip: There are many great nearby cities to visit just a short 1-2 hour journey from London. You can choose to take the train or bus to the likes of Cambridge, Oxford, and Bath among others.

London: Madame Tussauds & 4D heroes

• Madame Tussauds & 4D Heroes

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel and proceed to visit the famous Madame Tussauds.

Stroll around the Oxford Street in the evening and make your way back to the hotel.

On reaching this renowned museum, you would not be able to escape the magic that lifelike wax statues of various celebrities cast. Add to your experience with the 4 D Heroes movie at the museum.

After having such an incredible time, you have the entire day at leisure. You can enjoy a stroll around the Oxford Street in the evening. Thereafter, retreat to your hotel for a soothing overnight stay.

This day’s experience will make you realize that you have selected a wonderful package from a host of tour packages to Europe.

London: Departure for India

Bid adieu to this grand tour and travel back to India.

Now you have completed your charismatic Europe package tour, enjoy breakfast before checking out from the hotel. You will be provided with a comfortable transfer to to the airport for your flight back home.

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Lucerne, switzerland

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Lucerne, Friedenstrasse 8

• Business services
• Breakfast available (surcharge)
• Business center
• Non-smoking rooms

Hotel hesperia

Cannaregio, Cannaregio 459 Calle Riello

• Pets allowed
• Room service
• Currency exchange

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Gare du Nord - Gare de L'Est, 197-199 Rue La Fayette

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• Free Newspaper

Ibis london city

The City, 5 Commercial Street

Al centro storica di roma

Via Merulana 117, Rione Monti, 00185 Rome, Italy

Hotel weisses kreuz

Am Höheweg, 3800 Interlaken, Switzerland

• 13 Nights 14 Days Accommodation
• Daily Breakfast
• Sightseeing in London
• Sightseeing in Paris
• Sightseeing in Interlaken
• Sightseeing in Lucerne
• Sightseeing in Venice
• Sightseeing in Rome
• VISA Assistance and Travel Insurance
• Internal Transfers (via Eurail)
• Local taxes of Euro 2-5 per person per day at hotel
• Other services not mentioned in the list of inclusions

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FAQs for Europe

How can i plan my 2 weeks europe trip.

There are lots of places you can explore in two weeks on a 13 nights 14 days Europe tour package . Some of the places you can cover are:

1. 4 days in London and tour the Big Ben, The London Eye, Tower Bridge, The British Museum, The Buckingham Palace

2. 4 days in Paris- in Paris you must tour the world known Eiffel Tower, The Louvre, Arc De Triomphe, french restaurants.

3. 4 days in Rome- you can tour a plethora of places in Rome like the Roman Forum, the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican City Museums, The Pantheon, and Colosseum.

How much does a 2 weeks trip to Europe cost?

A two weeks trip to Europe starts from INR 175,500 that covers accommodation, food, the best places to visit in Europe, and must try things to do. There is always an option to edit and customize the itinerary according to your preference.

What is the ideal way to commute within the European cities?

The hotels included in the package are located within walking distance from the train stations and the HoHo tour pick-up points. But on the days at leisure, one could travel around the city in local buses, ferries or explore on foot.Get to know about all the places that you can explore through Europe Packages .

Which are the best things to buy in France?

Here is the list of things that vacationers must definitely buy while visiting France:

• Creme de marrons
• French mustard
• French salt
• Handmade soaps
• Salted caramel
• French chocolates

Which are the cheapest countries to visit in Europe?

Following are the countries where budget travelers can visit:

• Czech Republic

Which are some of the best places to visit in Spain?

Spain takes pride in its various attractions. Some of the best ones include:

• Santiago de Compostela
• San Sebastian
• Spanish Islands

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An Epic European Adventure For Under Rs 1 Lakh? Here’s How You Can Make It Happen!

Have you put off travel plans to Europe because you think it's too expensive? You might be surprised to hear that a trip to Europe is possible for travelers on a budget too! Here's a guide on how you can get travel-savvy when planning your dream trip to Europe.

Have you put off travel plans to Europe because you think it’s too expensive? You might be surprised to hear that a trip to Europe is possible for travelers on a budget too! Here’s a guide on how you can get cash-savvy when planning your dream trip to Europe. 

H ave you fantasied about having your own love affair in Europe ever since you watched  Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge as a kid? Or maybe you fantasied over having your own whirlwind love affair on a train a la Jesse and Celine in Before Sunrise .

Or how about something a little less cliche and cheesy and a bit more realistic;  you just want to travel through Europe because you have friends who did it and said it changed their life or, well, because travelling through Europe is awesome.

If a trip to Europe has been on you travel bucket list for a while but you’ve been put off by how expensive you’ve heard it is, it’s time to take it off your ‘places to go if I ever won the lottery’ list.

Yes, in comparison to most of Asia, Europe costs more. However, it can be done on a budget.

Travelling in Europe, you can almost feel the history that surrounds you. It  has masses of culture, delicious food, a thriving nightlife, beautiful architecture, great parks, plenty of open spaces and natural scenery, warm and friendly people, and so much to do.

And yes it’s true, your eyes did not deceive you, you CAN plan a trip through Europe for under Rs. 1 lakh and this article is going to tell you how you can do it (FYI, it hasn’t taken into account flight costs to and from Europe but you can jump to the travel hack  section at the bottom for tips on getting the cheapest deals).

There are 44 countries in Europe (according to the UN) and 26 in the Schengen area. You probably want to see them all but for the sake of this article I’ve proposed an itinerary of a few:

The travel hit-list: Hungary, Croatia, Italy, France, Belgium, Netherlands and Germany. Budapest (Hungary), Zagreb and Split (for Dubrovnika) (Croatia), Florence and Rome (Italy), Paris (France), Brussels (Belgium), Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Hamburg and Berlin (Germany).

Now here’s how you’re going to visit them all for under Rs. 1 lakh.

Firstly, the most important step. Before you finalize any travel plans, you need to get your visas sorted first. Twenty-six European states have officially abolished any other type of border control at their mutual borders, they make up the Schengen Area. You’ll need a Schengen visa, which will allow you to move freely in and between these countries. It’ll costs approximately ₹4,100  and must be applied for no later than two weeks and no earlier than three months of your travel date. Make sure your check the website for a list of documents that you’ll need when applying.

(Be sure to check news updates for any changes to travel restrictions across Europe.)

Travel in Europe

Next you’ll need to plan how you’re going to get around once you’re there. Non-European travelers need to get a Eurail Pass (interrail is only for Europeans and residents of Europe) and this will allow you to travel to a choice of 28 countries. Ticket prices differ with duration of stay and how often you want to travel. If you’re 27 and under, good news, you travel cheaper. Those aged 28+, you’ll pay a little bit more.

So for your 1 month, 7 countries trip, a pass will cost you ₹31,200 (age 27 and under) and ₹38,800 (age 28 and over).

Inter-city travel

The best way to explore any new city is by foot. Stay away from taxis as much as possible. Instead, pack a day bag, put on some comfy shoes and get lost. It’s honestly the best way to do it, You won’t just save money, you’ll discover things you wouldn’t otherwise have done, you’ll become quickly oriented and you’ll burn off all the pizza, pasta and burger calories you’ll no doubt be consuming!

The next best option is by bike. Lots of people ride bikes in Europe and renting a bike is easy and relatively low-cost. It’s also really fun! If you only do it once, make sure it’s in Amsterdam!

As a last resort, if you really MUST use transport then make sure you utilize the local transport such as local trams, subways or bus. Getting around via local transport around most European cities is usually inexpensive and if you opt for a day pass then your travel will be unlimited too.

You may also like:  The 7 Best Ways to Travel Without Burning a Hole in Your Pocket

Accommodation

You’re accommodation choices can help you save a great deal of money.  If you opt for staying in a hostel, dorm beds will be your saving grace. Hostelling International (HI) is a global network of hostels offering good quality and safe accommodation at affordable prices. A membership card will cost you around ₹1,230  and will give you up to 10% discount in any European hostel, as well as other benefits such as discount on food and drink. There are hundreds of HI hostels across Europe so it’s definitely worth getting and you can purchase one upon arrival at your starting hostel.

Alternatively, Couchsurfing is becoming an increasingly popular way to travel for free, especially in Europe. It’s generally safe, but some caution should be exercised when using this method of travelling. You can find out more here .

HI Aventura Boutique Hostel in Budapest is located next to a metro station in the heart of the city. It’s super stylish and each room has a different theme. It’s family-run, has only 20 beds and is set in a charming 100-year-old residential home. It’s got free Wi-Fi and computer access, a self-catering kitchen, laundry facilities and a library. Price: Dorm beds from ₹800

HI Adriatic Train Hostels in Zagreb is unique in the fact that it’s an actual train-turned-hostel. Forget what you already know about sleeper trains, this one has all the comfort regulations of a regular hostel so there’s no compromising for this experience. It has free Wi-Fi too! Price: Dorm beds from ₹900

HI Dubrovnika is a cosy hostel on a picturesque cobbled street within a short walks reach from Dubrovnik’s Old Town of Stari Grad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has easy access to the many beautiful, historic sites within the town and provides all the amenities you’ll need for a great stay. Price: Dorm beds from ₹1,250 

HI Florence Ostello del Chiant i is a charming hostel located on a winery and a short bus ride away from the city. You can zone out whilst you eat and drink to your heart’s content surrounded by beautiful scenery, excellent wines and cuisine and delightful medieval villages. Price: Dorm beds from ₹1080

HI Casa Pessina in Rome is an excellent starting point for seeing Rome’s spectacular sites like the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Basilica Santa Maria Maggiore, all of which are very close. With Rome being known for it’s exceptional pasta here you’ll be able to gorge like never before as you’ll be surrounded by some of Italy’s best eateries. Price: Dorm beds from ₹1,200

Auberge de jeunesse HI Paris Yves Rober t is located in an old warehouse of a French railway company and is an international leader in green and sustainable budget accommodation. The hostel hosts a theatre, a bar area, a restaurant all overlooking a beautiful garden. It’s the perfect place for socialising and making new friends, and for exploring the wonders of the City of Love. Price: Dorm beds from ₹2,000

HI Bruegel in Brussels is conveniently located just 5 minutes from the main train terminal. It’s comfy, it’s clean and it has it’s own licensed pub and disco room. The museum of cocoa and chocolate is close by so you can satisfy your sweet tooth with some authentic Belgian chocolate. Price: Dorm beds from ₹1,750

Netherlands

HI Stayokay Amsterdam Stadsdoelen overlooks one of Amsterdam’s famous canals. It’s bang in the middle of vibrant Amsterdam and besides bars, coffee shops and restaurants you’ll will find theatres,cinemas and museums for the ultimate cultural experience. Price: Dorm beds from ₹1900

HI Munich Park in Munich is a renovated hostel situated in downtown Munich. Some of the best attractions to see when staying at HI Munich Park are the English Garden, Alte Pinakothek, BMW Welt, Munich Zoo and the many beer halls where you can drink beer the way it’s meant to be done. Price: Dorm beds from ₹1,500 

HI Berlin is an international melting pot of travellers from all over the world. Make friends and explore the city with it’s world-renowned nightlife and food scene. Price: Dorm beds from ₹1,650

You may also like: Looking For A Budget Stay While Travelling? These 20 Quirky Hostels Won’t Burn A Hole In Your Pocket!

The rest is up to you now! Yes you’ll have to manage your daily travel expenses well to keep in your budget, but it shouldn’t affect the quality of your trip nor the great memories you’ll make. You’ll still have the best time.

Travel hacks to save you money during your trip

• Always try to book things in advance or online where possible to get the cheapest prices and best deals.
• Try not to eat in a restaurants every meal. Europe has some great restaurants, but they can be pricey. Find some local cafes or small eateries or buy food from a local supermarket as a cheaper alternative.
• Take night trains where you can to save money on accommodation. Compared to train rides in India, journeys are much shorter in Europe, even across countries, but you can still find train rides that will save you cash on a nights accommodation.
• There are water fountains everywhere with clean drinking water. Bring a re-fillable bottle instead of buying a new one each time.
• A lot of tourist attractions across Europe offer student discounts. If you’re a student, bring your pass and take advantage of that.
• Try to book your flights to Europe yourself rather that through an agency. Play around on SkyScanner to hunt for the best deals and check a few different routes. You’ll often find big price differences between cities in the same country.
• Most cities have free walking tours offered by guides through local companies. Join them! They are a great way of seeing the city, learning about it’s history and they’re also a great opportunity to meet new people.

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Places You’ll See

• Enjoy free days in Rome, Paris, and the Swiss Alps
• Visit Burgundy, Florence, Innsbruck, Munich and Ghent
• Snap photos at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Cruise the canals of Amsterdam and the Rhine River in Germany
• Taste local German wine and say prost in a traditional beer hall
• Introduction
• Day 1 Start of tour in Rome - Venice
• Day 2 Innsbruck - Munich - Bavaria
• Day 3 Bavaria - Rhine Valley
• Day 4 Rhine Valley - Amsterdam
• Day 5 Amsterdam - Ghent - Paris
• Day 6 Paris: Free Day
• Day 7 Paris - Burgundy - Swiss Alps
• Day 8 Swiss Alps: Free Day
• Day 9 Swiss Alps - Lake Como - Tuscany
• Day 10 Tuscany - Pisa - Florence - Rome
• Day 11 Rome: Free Day
• Day 12 End of tour in Rome

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Whilst internal flights are covered for certain itineraries, you will have to make your way to the meeting point for the start of your tour. When booking flights be mindful of departure times and possible delays. Tip: We suggest that you start comparing prices the moment your deposit is paid to avoid costly flights.

We have a set minimum age of 10 for our tours, but we're happy to consider younger children on a case-by-case basis. Just let us know your request, and we'll do our best to accommodate it. Expat Explore reserves the right to accept or decline the request at our discretion. We want to ensure everyone has a great time exploring with us!

We make every effort to include local cuisine on our tours to ensure an authentic experience for you. You'll receive an email before the tour begins, where we'll ask for your dietary preferences. We always have a vegetarian option, and we'll work hard to accommodate any other dietary needs or preferences you may have.

Contactless payment is widely accepted across Europe – it’s best to bring a payment card with no overseas withdrawal fees. * Keep in mind that certain optionals are payable in cash to your tour leader whilst on tour. We suggest that you talk to your Tour Leader about when & where to draw cash to pay for the optional excursions.

While Expat Explore cannot assist with booking pre or post-tour accommodation, we recommend Booking.com for affordable accommodation options prior to and after the tour. If hotel information is available, we can provide you with the details in advance so that you can book accommodation at or nearby the start hotel. Please request this by sending a message through on the conversation page.

While Expat Explore endeavours to stay current on all major entry requirements, we are not a registered visa agent. We are, however, able to make things a little easier by providing you with the required supporting documents for a visa application once your tour is paid in full. It is a requirement of the embassies that tours are paid for in full before visa support documentation is requested and applications are made. When you have made the final payment for your booking, simply reach out to our Customer Support Team to request your visa support documents and confirm which embassy you will be applying to.

This is up to you and will vary depending on how much you wish to spend on snacks, drinks, souvenirs etc. We do not include entrance fees to attractions and museums. We do, however, provide you with free time to see everything you want, and our tour leaders will have all the information on pricing and locations so you can manage your own budget. Please refer to your tour-specific pre-departure information and optional excursions guide for further details.

It's your responsibility to arrange sufficient travel insurance for your trip. When you travel with Expat Explore, both you and your personal belongings do so at your own risk. A comprehensive insurance policy should cover medical expenses for illness or accidents before or during the holiday, as well as reimbursement for lost holiday funds due to cancellation, curtailment, or other insurable events. Make sure there are no exclusions that would limit coverage for the activities included in your tour. We generally recommend WorldNomads because they cover a wide variety of nationalities, but you are welcome to use any supplier that offers you the most comprehensive plan. You are able to obtain travel insurance through one of TourRadars partners, XCover. Please reach out to receive a quote.

We embrace travelers of all ages and backgrounds, prioritizing attitude and mindset over age restrictions. However, our tours are fast-paced and jam-packed with experiences. Regrettably, individuals with mobility limitations or those using wheelchairs may find this tour challenging. Comfortable walking shoes are essential for exploring quaint towns and navigating cobblestone streets. We want every traveler to fully enjoy their journey, so we encourage reviewing the itinerary carefully before making your booking decision.

When you book for more than one person, we will by default group you together in the same room(s), unless you request single supplements or specifically request us not to. If there are unequal numbers (3, 5, 7 etc.) then the remaining traveller will be roomed with another passenger of the same gender, unless you opt to add a single supplement (subject to availability) to your booking. Please note that minors under the age of 18 cannot share with another traveller outside of your group's booking. If you are making separate bookings and would like to share the same room(s), please send us an email with the booking references for each of the travellers and the details of your preferred rooming allocation.

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• Switzerland: Known for its snow-capped mountains, crystal clear lakes, and scenic beauty, Switzerland is a popular tourist destination. Visit the Swiss Alps , Interlaken , Lake Geneva , and Zurich to experience the best of Switzerland.
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• France: From the Eiffel Tower to the French Riviera, France has something for everyone. Visit Paris for its art and fashion, Nice for its beaches and Mediterranean climate, and Lyon for its culinary delights.
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How to pack for a 10 day europe trip from india in 2024.

Who likes packing? Sure there are the rare few of us who love doing it. But for most of us, it is a chore. 

You are all set for that much awaited Europe Trip and packing is standing in the way? We feel you.

It's not just the physical effort right?. One also needs to put in a lot of thought into it.

Did I pack enough clothes, what about toiletries? am I carrying all the documents required? What if I forget something? It is a quite a task.

Wouldn't it be nice if there was someone to tell you what exactly needs to go into your bag? 

Well worry not. This here is a comprehensive checklist to follow before embarking on your fun European Vacation.

Let's start from the very basics.

Choosing your Luggage

Most airlines that fly to Europe from India have a carry-on baggage limit of 7-10 kg per person, and a check-in baggage limit of generally around 20-25 kg per person. It varies from Airline to Airline.

Here is a sample of the weights and dimensions for Air France Flights.

Assuming that your trip is around 10 days long, you would ideally need 2 pieces of luggage. A backpack (carry on), and a Trolley Bag (check-in).

Pro Tip: In case you are flying budget Airlines within Europe, the baggage limits are very different. Almost all airlines (e.g. Ryan Air) charge extra for check-in luggage and the weight limits are below that of standard airlines. Keep this in mind while packing.

Your carry-on backpack should be a medium size one that can hold all your use-on-the-go items (e.g. earphones) and your valuables (e.g. wallet, passport etc.).

You check-in bag will contain all the other items (mostly extra clothes and footwear).

Most cities in Europe have well developed public infrastructure (pavements, ramps, escalators etc.). European Airports too are connected to the city centers by Metro lines. You won't have a problem handling your trolley bag in any of these places.

Additionally, you may want to consider getting a smaller sized backpack  for your day trips/ for sight seeing in your destination.

This will serve as your go-to-bag for all your day trip essentials such as sunglasses, sunscreen, beach towels , earphones, wallets, sweaters or hoodies, and most importantly documents (yes you need to have these on you at all times).

Your medium sized backpack may not suit this purpose. Instead, a foldable/ packable backpack is a good choice. One that can easily be folded and packed into your check-in bag. Unfold it once you reach your destination, and make use of it while sightseeing. Fold it and pack it back at the end of your trip.

The above are for regular travelers. In case you are going on a hardcore backpacking trip, what you really need is a rucksack.

BTW, you may want to read our guide on Choosing a bag for your Europe Trip

What to Pack?

Here are the key pieces you need:

• Jacket:   One light or heavy one depending on the weather.
• T-Shirts/ Tops : Around 7-8 of them of them that can be styled with your jackets and bottoms.
• Carry thin cotton ones that are collarless. These are usually light weight.
• If you are planning on a hike or a trek, make sure you carry active wear clothing.
• Shirts/ Dresses : One dressy shirt/ dress for a fancy dinner or a bar/club scene.
• 1 pair of dark colored jeans . Wear this while travelling to lighten your suitcase. This is also your go-to clothing in case you have no other options (baggage delay, baggage lost, ran out of fresh clothes etc.).
• A couple of shorts or light weight trousers based on your preference/ location you are travelling to.
• Swimming trunks   (for the beach and the pool)
• Socks (including compression socks  if you need one to prevent sore feet from long flight journeys)
• Inner-wear (as many as you need)
• Indoor Wear:
• For casually lounging in your room, hitting the breakfast buffet, sleeping etc.
• In summer, regular indoor wear such as pyjamas/ shorts and T shirts will work.
• If the temperatures are lower, you may want to consider warm clothing.
• Do check the weather conditions before travel.
• Around 4-5 pairs max will work depending on how much time you plan to spend indoors.
• Sneakers are a must. You are bound to be doing a lot of walking while in Europe. Carry a well cushioned, comfortable one.
• Flip Flops: A must have if you are planning to hit the beach. Even otherwise this one is pretty useful while you are indoors at the hotel or by the pool. 
• Boat Shoes/ Moccasins: Optional but very useful for casual evening strolls and stuff. 
• Party Wear Footwear: The ladies insist on this. The men usually manage with the sneakers or moccasins.

Most Indians travel to Europe during summers. The above lists (clothing and footwear) has been compiled for the summer traveller . In case you are travelling during a colder season, you would need additional clothing such as thicker jackets, thermal wear, stockings, gloves, boots etc. 

Needless to say, if you have other activities such as hiking, camping etc planned, do remember to carry the stuff you need for these  

Yes, Europe is the land of Amazing food. Wine, Cheese, authentic pizzas, exotic desserts .. you name it.

That said, it is always advisable to carry some the below mentioned ready to cook/ eat Indian staples :

• Cup-Maggi : What if you are hungry in the middle of the night. All you need is hot water.
• Instant Ready to eat stuff such as Poha etc: These can be the perfect solution in case you need a quick meal. A microwave would suffice to prepare these.
• Instant Tea Mixes: Some of us are tea lovers. Not the bland milk-less sugarless ones you get in the west. Real Garam Indian cutting Chai. All you need to do is open the pre-mix tea packets and pour the contents into a hot mug of water. Most hotels and even hostels have an electric kettle.
• Dry Fruits: Easy to store and carry. Convenient to eat. But extremely satiating.

Other items

These are the obvious culprits you tend to forget. A few of them have the power to make or break your trip

• Moisturizing Cream: You skin will thank you for this. Carry them in cute travel toiletry bottles if you please. 
• Earphones: We know you won't forget these. But reminding just in case.
• Sunscreen & Sunglasses: Essentials.
• Lip Balm: You'll thank us for this later
• Travel Adapter: for obvious reasons
• Medicines: You need a prescription for most medicines abroad. Trust us. You don't wanna be spending your valuable vacation time searching for Dolo.
• Medicine Prescriptions: In case the customs at the Airport ask you why your bag resembles a travelling pharmacy.
• Travel PIllow : Because you want to arrive at your destination ready to have fun; Not tired and with neck pain. Memory Foam ones work the best.
• Water Bottle: Airports in Europe have free refill stations. Carry these if you want to save money and save the planet at the same time (Plastics are killing us)
• Travel towel: You may end up in hostels/ Airbnbs/ beaches that do not provide towels. Avoid carrying your regular bulky towel that takes up too much baggage space, and takes forever to dry. Carry Micro-Fiber travel towels that are light weight, quick-drying and can easily fit into your backpack.

• Umbrella: It can rain anytime in Europe. Happens even in the peak of summers.
• Wet Wipes: Some of us need these cause the toilet paper simply won't do the job.
• A water-proof cell phone cover : So that you have peace of mind when having fun on the beach.

How to Pack

Now that you know what to pack, we're gonna tell you how to pack all of them in your bags.

For starters, wear the Jeans, the Sneakers, and the light jacket. This will lighten your suitcase and also save you space. Attach the Travel Pillow using the loop (most pillows have one) to your backpack.

Your Backpack:

Your backpack should contain all your during-travel-use items and your essentials and valuables. Here are the key ones:

• Documents (passport, copy of bookings etc.),
• Electronics (laptop, Ipad, camera, phone chargers, earphones, power-banks etc.),
• Essentials clothing for a day or 2: Couple of t-shirts, a pair of shorts, inner-wear, and socks

Pro Tip: It is not un-common for check-in bag to get delayed. Make sure you carry your essentials and enough clothes for a day or two in your carry-on bag.

• Tooth Brush
• Moisturising cream
• Travel Adapter
• Toiletries for immediate use,
• All your medicines (including prescriptions)
• Pair of warm clothing: You'll need these on the go.

Also, keep in mind that you don’t want your backpack to be too heavy as you would be carrying it around quite a bit.

Your check-in Bag:

You check-in bag should accommodate everything else apart from the above:

• The rest of your clothing
• Extra pair of footwear
• Complete Toiletries
• All other items such as extra medicines,  foldable/ packable backpack etc

Here is something else to consider.

A typical EuroTrip involves quite a few destinations. That means a lot of moving around and check-ins and check-outs leading to a lot of packing and unpacking.

One way to make this task easier is to use packing cubes . Suitcase organizers that can make packing and unpacking way more easier for you. They come with separate pouches for each of your items.

You could pack what you need for each destination in a pack so that you have less to pack and unpack during each check-in and check-out.

You could also pack each of your items (shirts, socks, dresses, electronics etc) in separate cubes so that you won't have trouble finding them.

A European backpacker once told us that packing cubes were a lifesaver for her as it helped her a lot in organizing stuff in her large rucksack. 

Besides who doesn't want their suitcase looking like this.

We also recommend that you get yourself a toiletry bag to carry your shampoos lotions and stuff.

European hotels and Airbnbs often have tiny bathrooms that that lack platforms. A hanging water-resistant toiletry bag is quite handy in such situations.

One last thing to take care of. Securing your bag when it is out of sight. Be it at the hotel or in check-in, make sure you secure you bag using a number lock (convenient to use). Use a fashionable one to stand-out at the Airport. 

That sums up packing for your much awaited Euro-Trip. We hope you have a wonderful journey. 

P.S: Even with a complete check-list and extra cautions, one is bound to miss out 1 or 2 items when packing. Not to worry. Stuff happens.

That said, there are three items one must never get wrong when preparing for a foreign vacation . These are

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Thomas Cook India has a team of travel experts who work together to meticulously plan and curate your Europe Tour so that it’s perfect and memorable. After all, vacations are for making the best memories of our lives. The icing on the cake is that you get a lot of value when you book with Thomas Cook India - from comfortable accommodations to expert guides and delicious meals, you can be assured that you will have the best possible vacation.

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While looking for Europe tour packages from India, make sure to learn about the place to get a clearer idea for your vacation. For decades, Europe has remained an unattainable dream for many, seen and admired only on the silver screen. Whether it is the gorgeous snow-covered Swiss mountains, the chic vibe of Paris , the cosmopolitan flair of London, the stunning art in Florence, or the culturally evocative streets of Spain , Europe is versatile and simply stunning. It’s no wonder that Europe Holiday Packages are so popular and are much sought after. The number of countries that you can cover in a single Europe Trip is quite mind-boggling but traveling expands your mental canvas in a way that nothing else can. And for travellers from India, Europe Tour Packages are a great option to consider. Europe is rightly the centre of culture and quite possibly the heart of modern civilization. Lastly, food is one of the more popular reasons people love to go on a Europe Trip because it packs in a magnificent amount of diversity when it comes to food and drink.

For many people, Europe is the ultimate honeymoon destination. Or it’s just the sort of holiday you need to take if you want to take a break from the tedium of your everyday work and life. Whatever the reason, a Europe trip is certainly going to bring a smile on your face. With so many different facets on offer, you can decide whether you want to let your hair down and party in the glorious cities of Paris or Berlin, or become a culture vulture for a change and visit the awe-inspiring museums, you won’t find yourself short of things to do. You can look for your ideal honeymoon special Europe tour packages from India on our website. Adventure lovers will be thrilled with some of the fantastic things that you can do in Europe such as mountain climbing, bungee jumping or even skiing to name just a few and well, gourmands have nothing to complain about, what with the availability of delicious food and wine no matter where you go. With Thomas Cook, you can arrange for a bespoke Europe holiday package that focuses on just the things you want to do. Naturally, this makes your Europe Trip even more perfect. If you’ve always thought ‘now or never’ is too dramatic, wait till you decide to go on your Europe Trip. If you are worrying about budget, note that the exciting range of Europe trip packages by Thomas Cook starts from as low as INR 34,093. As for the most expensive, you can find Europe trip packages up to INR 5,19,141. 

Best Time to Visit Europe:

Choosing the right time for your trip beforehand will assist you in selecting the most suitable option out of the available Europe tour packages from India.  Best Time to Visit Europe  is during the summer and it lasts from June to August . The weather during this time is just perfect for sightseeing and all the different activities that you want to undertake. Since the weather is sunny and warm, there are a number of cultural festivals and galas that are slotted for this time and many people go on a Europe tour specifically for these events. However, do remember that Europe has several countries and they won’t have the same weather at the same time. Summer in Europe might be the best time to visit but it’s also one of the most crowded times as well. There will often be throngs of tourists in popular cities like Amsterdam, Berlin and of course Paris during this time. Apart from the crowds, the other drawback is that you won’t be able to get tickets for events and tourist attractions unless you book in advance. Everything – from travel to stay – will cost more, so it’s a good idea to book your tickets, hotel and even car rentals ahead of time. You can find multiple Europe tour packages on our website for the summer months. However, Europe during the off-season has its own charms as well. Apart from the obvious advantages of cheaper flights and accommodation, there are fewer crowds too. This season is usually from April to June and September to November. However, the downside could be that there might be inclement weather and you have to be ready for it. Also, if you don’t mind cold weather, then you can even travel to Europe during the winter. After all, who doesn’t enjoy the snow and skiing among other things? However, several attractions are closed during winter, so you have to check carefully before making plans. Make sure to look for Europe tour packages for winter if you intend to go on a Europe vacation on a budget. 

How to Reach Europe

The best way to reach Europe is by flight , especially if you’re travelling from India. There are direct flights from several major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad to popular destinations in Europe such as Rome, Paris, London, Berlin and Amsterdam to name a few. However, do note that there are no direct flights to countries like Denmark or Sweden. But there are numerous connecting flights that you can take which have a small stopover in Middle Eastern countries. Since summer is peak season in Europe, it’s a good idea to book your flight tickets well in advance.Once you’re in Europe, you can choose to fly to different countries on local carriers like Ryan Air or Easy Jet, but these offer the basic minimum which might not be the best when it comes to travelling in comfort or with luggage. Thanks to our exciting range of Europe tour packages, you don’t have to worry about booking flights as many of our planned trips come with the inclusion of flights as a standard feature. Besides, there are also Europe tour packages that feature optional flights, which gives you more room to make the correct pick. Another excellent option is to travel around by car, and you can visit multiple countries even in a rental car. However, you must have a license to drive in Europe. One of the best ways to get around the different countries in Europe however is by train. The Eurail connects 28 countries and offers scenic routes which are quite unforgettable. Another option is to travel by bus which is also cheaper than train travel. Bus travel is quite comfy too and most bus companies offer Wi-Fi services which make travel easier.

With forty-four countries in Europe, each having something fantastic to offer visitors, it can get quite difficult to choose where you want to go. Nevertheless, here are some of the best  places in Europe , that you look for in the Europe tour packages from India to get the most out of your tour experience;

Italy 

Spain , switzerland, netherlands.

One of the most popular countries to visit in Europe is undoubtedly France. Located in Western Europe, France has both cosmopolitan and medieval elements, which irrefutably make it one of the best places to visit. Paris is a delight for those who revel in fashion or even culture, thanks to museums like the Louvre and the Pompidou Centre and of course, the inimitable Eiffel Tower. Apart from Paris, other must-see places here include Normandy, Versailles and the glamorous Riviera. France is the hub for all things beautiful and should certainly be on your list of places to see in Europe. You can browse through our selection of Europe tour packages designed for a memorable vacation in France.

Located in Western Europe, Germany is simply par excellence when it comes to lush landscapes, forests, mountains, rivers and whatnot. At the same time, cities like Berlin bring an air of cultivation and culture with its art and vibrant nightlife. If beer is your thing, then you should definitely visit Munich for the famed Oktoberfest while Frankfurt with its awe-inspiring skyscrapers has its own charms. If you want to do some hiking or skiing, then the Alps are spectacular and perfect, making this an obvious reason why you should visit the country. Our professionally planned Europe tour packages for Germany ensure that you get to enjoy your dream vacation without the need to worry about all the nitty-gritty of planning a trip.

Italy is yet another unmissable country in Europe, filled with beauty and delight. With some landmark spots to see here such as the Colosseum and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy is a must-visit spot for tourists. Apart from these famous sightseeing places, there’s also Florence, Venice and of course Milan. Those who visit Italy are unable to resist the pizza in Naples and of course historic cities like Pompeii and Sicily which have much to offer in terms of ruins and a sense of civilization. Whether you want to explore the beautiful tourist landmarks in Florence or learn about the thousands of years old history of Rome, our Europe tour packages for Italy are here to fulfil all your travel needs.

Spain is yet another renowned country that you can add to the itinerary of your Europe tour. It's loud, boisterous, vibrant and filled with visual delights such as the Royal Palace in Madrid and gorgeous structures in Barcelona. But what strikes one here the most is the intense love for food and the deep culinary culture that is a part of the country. There’s more to Spanish food than paella but it perfectly encapsulates the richness of the cuisine and well, since it’s also the home of sangria, there’s much to celebrate here. Also, famous here is the passion-filled flamenco and the exuberant bullfighting. Find great deals on professionally planned and curated Spain trips from our wide range of Europe tour packages. You can also look for Europe tour packages that include both Spain and Portugal if you wish for a multi-country foreign trip.

Yet another historic country, Greece today is perfect for those who love beaches and tasty Mediterranean food. Stark whitewashed houses framed around the brilliant blue seas is a typical Grecian scene that you might have come across on a postcard. But a visit to Crete, Mykonos and of course Santorini will have you believe the picturesque views you’ve seen so far. Athens, the capital, is famous for its ancient ruins like the Parthenon and the Acropolis. Greece is also famed for its delicious food – feta cheese, olives, lamb and fish to name a few favorites. For the best Europe tour packages that include Greece, you can also check out the Thomas Cook website..

Quiet and stunningly picturesque describes Switzerland best. With its many lakes, quaint villages and of course, the snow-covered Alps, a trip to Switzerland is a feast for the eyes. Some of the well-known places to visit here are the capital city of Bern, the global financial centre of Zurich, Interlaken, Grindelwald and of course Geneva. Switzerland can feel like it’s an overload of sensation but it’s the best kind of feeling. To be surrounded by all that beauty is surreal in a way but that’s what a trip to Switzerland feels like, a wonderland that continues to be breathtakingly beautiful. If you are looking for Europe tour packages that will make your dream Switzerland vacation come true, click here.

Among the places to see in Europe, Netherlands also occupies a prime position. The sight of the windmills or the tulip fields stretching far into the horizon is heartening while the Van Gogh Museum or the Rijksmuseum offer more serene and arty delights. There are also several medieval castles and canals and the humongous Hoge Veluwe National Park which is 13,800 acres and one of the most popular destinations for tourists and even locals. The towns and villages themselves are extremely pretty and colourful and in a way epitomize Europe in the best possible way. Don't forget to explore the Netherlands with Thomas Cook while on a European holidays. 

Popular cities to visit in Europe 

Following is a list of some of the most iconic European cities that you should check out during your Europe tours and travels;

Paris is both the most populous and the capital city of France. It is also one of the most sought-after holiday destinations in Europe. Often dubbed the “City of Love” , Paris is a thriving hub of modern development, art, fashion, culture, cuisine, as well as history. The city attracts millions of visitors every year for tourism and other purposes. During your Europe tours and travels, consider spending a few days in Paris, France, as it is the home of numerous world-renowned tourist attractions, such as the Eiffel Tower, The Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame, Les Catacomb de Paris, etc. If you want to explore Paris and other French cities during your foreign tour, consider going for the Europe trip packages offered by Thomas Cook.

Rome, the capital city of Italy, is among the top European tourist destinations. The city has a rich history which is more than 2,500 years old, and is still home to numerous intriguing historical landmarks. It acts as the perfect starting point for an Italy trip and is a remarkable site that you should check out if you are a history buff. Some of the most noteworthy tourist attractions in Rome are the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museum, St. Peter’s Basilica, The Pantheon, etc. Get to learn about the distinct history of Rome and other Italian cities by opting for the Europe trip packages available on our website.

Barcelona is another remarkable city you just can’t miss visiting during your Europe tours and travels. Situated in North-Eastern Spain along the Mediterranean Coast, the city is home to some of the finest beaches in the country and has a perfect natural backdrop created by Serra de Collserola. Barcelona, a common inclusion in many Europe trip packages, is a place full of history, culture, traditions, and passion for sports. The city is also known for its remarkable cuisine and nightlife. Some of the best tourist attractions in Barcelona are the Gothic Quarter, Barcelona Cathedral, Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Casa Mila, Camp Nou stadium, Barceloneta Beach, etc. Find Europe trip packages that cover Barcelona and other renowned Spanish cities on our website.

Prague, the capital city of the Czech Republic, is a wonderful holiday destination in Europe. The city is known for its innate beauty and is an important centre filled with outstanding architecture, cobblestoned streets, vintage cafes, distinct culture and rich history. Some of the most noteworthy tourist attractions in this European city are the Prague Castle, the Clementinum and the National Library, Charles Bridge, the Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock, etc.

London is both the capital and the largest city of the United Kingdom (UK). Nestled on the banks of the River Thames, London is a common inclusion in most Europe tours and travels. It is often defined as the melting pot of various cultures, traditions, languages and cuisines. The city is mainly known for its rich cultural and historical heritage. Some of the most significant tourist attractions in London include the British Museum, the London Eye, Tower Bridge, Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben and Parliament, the Tower of London, and so on.

Next on the list of the best cities to visit in Europe is Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands.  It is a beautiful city in the western part of the country and is known for its impressive network of canals, artistic heritage, amusing history, unique culture and so on. People love to explore this beautiful European city on their bikes and check out everything it has to offer to sightseers. Some of the most iconic tourist attractions in Amsterdam include the Rijksmuseum, Vondelpark, Van Gogh Museum, Bloemenmarkt, Upside Down Museum, etc. You can browse through our selection of Europe trip packages for the Netherlands that feature a visit to Amsterdam.

Famous Foods in Europe

Food is the common unifier that brings people together and with its diversity of cultures and countries, Europe indeed has the best to offer. There’s something here for every taste and some of it is even quite iconic. It would be quite difficult to list the ones that would symbolise European food because of the sheer variety that’s available throughout the continent. Here are some of the popular dishes that you can expect to taste while travelling in Europe.

Waffles and Strudels

The unmistakeable delight of biting into a warm strudel, flaky and buttery, filled with raisins and topped with whipped cream is something that has to be experienced at least once in a lifetime. And although waffles are now popular all over the world, try the ones in Belgium and you’ll know the delicious difference.

It’s impossible to visit Europe and not indulge in cheese especially as so much of it is made here. Whether it is the halloumi cheese from Cyprus or the famed skyr from Iceland or fondue from Switzerland, cheese lovers will have much to rejoice in Europe.

Croissants from France, rye bread from Estonia, bread dumplings from the Czech Republic, pretzels from Germany and juicy gyros from Greece are just some of the few ways in which you can enjoy this staple in Europe. Of course, let’s not forget pizza from Naples or cinnamon rolls from Sweden.

Things to Do in Europe

Europe is filled with several things to do and you may feel short changed if you miss out on some of these iconic activities. Even though several tour packages include most of these activities, there are some which you must try to make time for, because they will make your experience unforgettable.

Visit the Ars Electronica Centre in Austria

Check out the santa claus village in finland, enjoy bathing in the krka national park, go on a cruise on the thames , soar across the sky in a hot air balloon, don’t miss out on the northern lights.

Popularly known as the Museum of the Future, this is one of the places that’s perfect for tech lovers or even those who have a scientific bent of mind . The CAVE (Cave Automatic Visual Environment) is the kind of virtual reality that will have your senses spinning and make you feel like you’ve stepped out of the world into another one altogether. It is a must-try activity that many people add to the itinerary of their Europe tours and travels.

While it seems straight out of a storybook, it’s completely true. There’s a Santa Claus village in Finland which actually receives all the letters from children all over the world. Rovaniemi, or the Santa Claus Village is actually just ten minutes away from the Arctic Circle and you can even visit his reindeer and go on a sleigh ride in the snow! With our Europe tour packages from India, you can focus on enjoying your trip instead of worrying about meals, accommodations, sightseeing and other trip essentials.

The water in the lakes in the Krka National Park in Croatia is crystal clear and a brilliant shade of turquoise. It’s perfect for a cool and refreshing dip during the day and you will see plenty of families here, enjoying the deliciously cold water and having fun. Individuals on their Europe tours and travels love to engage in this activity.

It can’t get more English than this. A cruise on the Thames that takes you past global landmarks while you sip tea in the elegant cruise ship is just perfect and an activity that you must not miss if possible. It is a common inclusion in many Europe tours and travels featuring the UK.

France’s Dordogne Valley is stunningly beautiful but what makes it even better is if you can get to fly on a hot air balloon over the valley. The sights as you float across the sky and look down below are simply out of this world. Enjoy similar thrilling activities on your tour with the Europe tour packages from India offered by Thomas Cook.

While on your Europe tours and travels, make sure to not miss out on the Northern Lights in Reykjavik, Iceland. From September to April, it’s possible to see these beautiful landscapes in the sky and you will feel every single moment of wonder keenly.

Europe Visa for Indians 

Indian nationals planning a European trip are required to apply for and obtain valid visas to enter the countries they want to explore for tourism purposes. For their Europe trip, Indian tourists will need to apply for a Schengen visa, which covers the majority of European countries, such as Finland, Estonia, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Belgium, Germany, France, Iceland, Italy, Malta, Greece, Latvia, Denmark, Portugal, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Norway, Netherlands, Slovakia, Switzerland, etc. You can apply for a Schengen visa offline (via the embassy or consulate of the Schengen State) or online, and it has a processing time of around 15 day s. The Schengen Visa is a type of short-stay visa that allows a maximum stay of up to 90 days within a 180-day period. The documents required to apply for a Schengen visa from India for your Europe tours and travels include a valid passport, recently taken passport-sized photographs, duly filled and signed visa application form, a travel itinerary, proof of accommodation, proof of sufficient financial means, a valid travel health insurance, etc. However, individuals should know that the Schengen visa doesn’t cover some European countries. For instance, in order to enter the UK, Bulgaria, the Republic of Ireland, Turkey, Albania, Azerbaijan, Montenegro, Belarus, etc., individuals will need to follow and meet the conditions of their specific visa and apply for it.

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The Schengen visa is a short-stay visa which allows you to travel to any of the Schengen areas for as long as 90 days. If you have a Schengen visa, you can travel freely within any of the Schengen member countries. Some Europe tour packages from India may handle the aspect of a visa as required for your trip.

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The biggest city in Europe is Istanbul although population wise it’s not counted as the most populated city in Europe because it straddles the border between Europe and Asia.  You can easily find Europe packages for Turkey if you want to spend a few days in Istanbul.

Are Euros acceptable currency all over Europe?

It’s possible to use Euro in 20 of the EU countries . These include countries such as Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Portugal, Slovakia, Croatia, Slovenia and Spain.

Can I drive across Europe?

Yes, it’s possible to drive across Europe, and you get to cross multiple country borders. However, do make sure that you have the appropriate driving license and that your rental company allows you to take the car across borders.

What is the best time to visit Europe?

The best time to visit Europe is during the summer . The weather is perfect and there are a host of festivals and events which are planned around this time specifically. You can find the best deals on Europe packages for summer on our website.

Which is the best European country to visit?

France . It has a little of everything – culture, chic people, beautiful natural landscapes, delicious food, the Alps and cheese! Look for Europe travel packages that include France from our wide range of planned trip choices.

Where should I start my European trip?

The best way to go about your European trip would be to begin in London. It is also a common starting point in most Europe travel packages. From there, you can travel to Paris via the English Channel which you can cross by ferry. 

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Quora CEO Adam D’Angelo talks about AI, chatbot platform Poe and why OpenAI is not a competitor

Last November, Adam D’Angelo found himself at the epicenter of one of the biggest controversies in the tech industry. The board of OpenAI — the $80 billion startup leading the AI bandwagon — had abruptly booted its CEO, Sam Altman , only to reinstate him just days later. D’Angelo was on the board that dismissed Altman… and he was (and remains) on the board that brought him back. In fact, he was the only person who kept his seat amidst the ensuing restructuring that saw a lot of the original board leave.

It was certainly a rocky time for OpenAI, but it was perhaps doubly so for D’Angelo, since the drama was playing out while his own company, Quora, was taking big steps toward AI.

Quora, the crowdsourced Q&A site D’Angelo co-founded and leads as CEO, had been building an AI platform of its own while also fundraising (a $75 million round that valued it at $425 million, per PitchBook). The company in February 2023 had launched Poe (short for Platform for Open Exploration), which lets users ask questions of and talk to a variety of chatbots, lets developers build their own bots and offers a bot monetization program and marketplace similar to OpenAI’s GPT Store.

Quora’s core Q&A service was facing some big questions, too. Incumbent search engines like Google and Bing were beginning to use AI to produce more fluid results and answer questions, and with tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity being widely available, what could Quora do to secure a position as one of the top websites where people could get their questions answered? More crucially, does anyone actually want or need crowdsourced Q&A anymore?

For D’Angelo, those questions are intrinsic to his pursuit of AI, which he sees as an important tool that people can use to tap the internet’s collective knowledge. An important, if understated, figure in tech for years, he’s been involved in efforts to tap the internet’s store of knowledge for a long time — he was friends with Mark Zuckerberg in high school, where in 2002 the pair built a digital music suggestion service called Synapse that, according to this vintage piece from the Harvard Crimson, beat off acquisition offers from Microsoft and more. Later, he became CTO at Facebook when it was just starting out, and then eventually co-founded Quora.

All of that was seemingly a long road toward building AI tools for him, it appears. I recently caught up with D’Angelo about the challenges and opportunities in AI today, how to build and support a developer community and what role humans can play when it comes to sharing and accessing knowledge. Here are a few highlights from our conversation:

Humans are better at answers than AI — for now

The hype around AI seems to be having less of an impact on the search for information than you might think. D’Angelo said that Quora is seeing record numbers of users despite the proliferation of AI tools — although he declined to update the 400 million monthly active users figure it disclosed last July .

Still, there is a bridge between what Quora set out to do and D’Angelo’s interest in AI. Recently, in a conversation with David George, a general partner at a16z , D’Angelo said he was drawn to social networking because he was actually interested in AI. The latter was hard to develop at that time, but he saw social networks as an alternative architecture for achieving the same idea: People, assembled in a social network, in his view, almost played the role of living, large information models, as they could provide news, entertainment and more to each other.

He worked on that concept when he was with Facebook, and later, founded Quora to distill the role social networks could play in answering questions. Now, AI is taking over that role.

“In the past, humans were substituted for AI to provide answers. You could ask a question like, ‘What is the capital of California?’ and humans would answer that on Quora. Now, you can use AI tools to get that answer,” he said.

But AI, at least in its current shape today, cannot provide answers to all the questions people can have. That, D’Angelo believes, helps people retain a lot of value.

“Quora has always been founded on the idea that humans have a lot of knowledge they have access to in their heads that’s not on the internet anywhere. And AI will not have access to any of that knowledge,” D’Angelo said.

He acknowledged that AI still has a hallucination problem , which makes it hard to rely on such answers, even if newer, more advanced models are slowly making progress in tackling that issue.

Supporting developers on Poe

Quora opened up Poe to all users last year after a few months of closed beta testing . Since then, the company has introduced tools to create and  browse the bots on its marketplace.

The company’s pitch is that consumers get to use all the different kinds of models or bots on the platform. For developers, the allure lies in the possibility of reaching millions of users without having to worry about distribution across platforms. And developers can earn money on Poe in two ways: The first is through a referral when a user becomes a Poe premium subscriber via their bot; the second is by setting a per-message rate , so they get paid based on how often people use their bot.

In essence, Poe offers developers and users access to different large language models, but its functionality is similar to OpenAI’s ChatGPT and GPT Store.

But that means both platforms face some of the same challenges. They make it easy for anyone to create bots with prompts, which makes it hard for developers to stand out. D’Angelo told me that there are already a million bots on the platform, compared to 3 million custom GPTs on ChatGPT . For reference, it took Apple’s App Store more than five years to cross the million-app mark .

Both Poe and GPT Store also suffer from a ton of spam, similarly named bots, bots claiming to escape plagiarism, and even ones that flirt with copyright law. Poe has also released a feature that lets users chat with multiple bots in one conversation . All that noise makes it hard to choose a bot that will do the job well.

Despite these challenges, D’Angelo says that Quora wants to help developers earn sustainable money by improving bot discovery.

“One of our goals with developers is to be able to make a living [out of making AI bots] and cover their operational costs,” he said. “We have taken a big step forward with the pay-per-message feature, but we also want to help developers get distribution inside the platform as much as possible. So, we are working on improving our recommendation system so more people can find out about the bots.”

No ads on Poe just yet

Poe is growing steadily, but it is still a lot smaller than ChatGPT. Market intelligence firm Similarweb suggests Poe has 4 million monthly active users in the U.S. (iOS and Android) and 3.1 million monthly active users worldwide (Android only). Compare this to ChatGPT, which now averages 100 million users a week.

D’Angelo said that the company will stay away from ads, instead relying on Poe’s $19.99 per month subscription product to generate revenue. That is in contrast to some of the other AI-powered tools on the market: Perplexity , Bing Search and Search Generative Experience (SGE) by Google all feature ads.

Quora and D’Angelo declined to disclose revenue figures, but data from analytics firm Sensor Tower indicates that Poe users have spent $7.3 million on subscriptions since its launch, amounting to close to 40,000 paid users. In comparison, ChatGPT has more than 1 million paid subscribers, according to Sensor Tower.

More AI tools for Quora and Poe

Despite stating the importance of human answers, Quora is already experimenting with answers written by Poe. The site surfaces the AI-written answer to some questions with a link that lets you chat with Poe if you have further questions.

D’Angelo said that Quora had already deployed systems to rate different human answers. Now, it is applying techniques like asking users through a survey if an AI-generated answer is useful.

“My goal is for the AI-written answers to be fairly ranked and only to be above a human answer if they are more useful than the human answer,” he said.

D’Angelo also wants to avoid having Quora tagged as an “answer engine.”

“I think we never really saw Quora as an answer engine. That term kind of implies that there are AI-only answers. Quora is really about human knowledge, and we’ll have AI enhance it,” he said.

Quora is also working on AI tools that users can use to write answers and hopes to release them soon. D’Angelo noted that one of the tools it is testing allows users to generate an image based on their answers.

The company is using AI in a few other ways, too. One involves trying to catch bots or users using automation to answer questions on Quora. D’Angelo didn’t share details about the project, saying that the company would give a heads-up to perpetrators who are trying to game the system.

A few outlets and users have recently pointed out that the answer quality on Quora has plummeted. To that, D’Angelo said people feel that the overall standard of answers has decreased because low-quality answers have more visibility. He said AI is helping the company determine the difference between different quality of answers, and the early results look promising.

On Quora’s relationship with OpenAI

D’Angelo declined to discuss any of the OpenAI drama — “I just can’t talk about any of this stuff,” he said. “I’m not here to represent OpenAI. I can just represent Quora.” But he did say that he doesn’t see OpenAI as a competitor, because the bigger startup has, well, bigger ambitions.

“There is some sense of overlap in terms of what users can do on the GPT Store and what they can do on Poe. But that’s minor in the grand scheme of things. OpenAI is working towards this big mission to build AGI [Artificial General Intelligence]. And at Quora, we are looking to make AI products available to the world — including OpenAI’s products.”

Quora also continues to be a “big customer” of OpenAI and D’Angelo expects more collaboration with the company than competition.

“We spend a lot of money as a customer with OpenAI, because OpenAI is the biggest source of models for Poe,” he added.

While D’Angelo did mention that Quora pays “tens of millions” to developers on Poe and companies whose models the platform uses, he didn’t explicitly detail how these payments compared to the payout to OpenAI.

Quora currently doesn’t have any data licensing deals with any of the major companies, and it is not thinking about building its own model either, D’Angelo told TechCrunch.

“We are not in a rush to license our data. We want to make sure our rights and users’ rights are respected. Right now, there is not a lot of clarity around how all of this (AI landscape) will play out. So right now, we are just waiting before taking any steps in this direction,” D’Angelo said.

The company’s also relatively fresh out of its last fundraise, so it is focused on building AI across the business and improving revenue growth on its existing products. He said that Quora will go public “at some point,” but that is not the focus right now.

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