Morning: Arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport and check in at the budget‑friendly Hôtel de la Porte Dorée. Freshen up and enjoy a quick coffee at a nearby café.
Afternoon: Stroll along the Seine River, admire the exterior of Notre‑Dame Cathedral, and pop into the stunning Sainte‑Chapelle. Grab a baguette sandwich for a light lunch.
Evening: Dine at Le Trumilou in the Latin Quarter, sampling classic escargot and a buttery croissant au chocolat. End the night with a leisurely walk through the illuminated streets of Île Saint‑Louis.
Find HotelsMorning: Beat the crowds by ascending the Eiffel Tower (ticket included) and then rent a city bike to cruise the Champ de Mars gardens.
Afternoon: Explore the world‑famous Louvre Museum (reserve a timed entry) and discover the hidden Passage des Deux Plateaux for quirky boutiques.
Evening: Head to the artistic hill of Montmartre, enjoy a sunset view from the Sacré‑Cœur, and savor a dinner of crêpes sucrées at a local bistro.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the high‑speed Thalys train to Amsterdam (≈3 h) and check in at the stylish The Student Hotel in the city centre.
Afternoon: Join a guided bike tour of the historic canals, then visit the poignant Anne Frank House (pre‑book tickets).
Evening: Sample Dutch street food at Foodhallen, trying bitterballen and fresh herring, before strolling along the lit canals of the Jordaan district.
Find HotelsMorning: Paddle through the canals on a kayak adventure, gliding past the iconic Rijksmuseum façade from the water.
Afternoon: Picnic in Vondelpark with local cheese and stroopwafels, then wander the vibrant De Pijp market for vintage finds.
Evening: Explore the cozy streets of Jordaan, enjoy a dinner of stamppot at a traditional “eetcafé,” and finish with a warm stroopwafel from a street vendor.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Berlin (≈1.5 h) and settle into the centrally located Mitte Hostel, offering easy access to major sights.
Afternoon: Walk along the colorful East Side Gallery, then dive into Cold War history at the interactive DDR Museum.
Evening: Feast at Markthalle III, tasting a variety of German specialties such as currywurst and local craft beer.
Find HotelsMorning: Join a guided bike tour that circles the Tiergarten, passes the Brandenburg Gate, and highlights Berlin’s street art.
Afternoon: Visit the UNESCO‑listed Museum Island (pick two museums) and then hike the forested hills of Grunewald, exploring the abandoned Teufelsberg listening station.
Evening: Experience Berlin’s nightlife in Kreuzberg, enjoying a late‑night snack of Berliner Pfannkuchen and a cocktail at a rooftop bar.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a quick regional train to Potsdam and wander the splendid gardens of Sanssouci Palace, a UNESCO treasure.
Afternoon: Return to Berlin and unwind at the expansive Tempelhofer Feld, perfect for kite‑flying or a relaxed bike ride on the former runway.
Evening: Celebrate the journey with a rooftop dinner at Klunkerkranich, savoring a classic German schweinshaxe while watching the city lights.
Find HotelsTo extend the adventure, add a full day in Prague or a scenic hike in the Swiss Alps between Berlin and your departure city. If you need to shorten the trip, combine Day 5 and Day 6 in Berlin by skipping the Grunewald hike and focusing on city attractions, then fly out directly from Berlin on Day 7. Booking tickets for major museums and train travel well in advance saves both time and money.