5-Country European Tour

  1. Day 1: Berlin, Germany
    4-hour drive (301 km) from Copenhagen, Denmark

    Walk through the Berlin Wall Memorial where you can see preserved parts of the wall and its graffiti, and learn about the history of its construction and fall. Visit the Brandenburg Gate, a famous 18th-century monument that stands as a symbol of reunification. End the day with a tour of the Reichstag Building and its iconic glass dome.

  2. Day 2: Venice, Italy
    10-hour drive (835 km) from Berlin, Germany

    Start the day with a visit to St. Mark's Square, where you can take a stroll around the piazza and visit the impressive St. Mark's Basilica. Then hop on a gondola ride along the Grand Canal, taking in the beautiful architecture that runs along the waterways. Make sure to visit the Rialto Bridge, which offers stunning views of the canal. End the day with an Italian 3-course dinner.

  3. Day 3: Athens, Greece
    2.5-hour flight (1909 km) from Venice, Italy

    Get an early start and climb up to the Acropolis where you can see the famous Parthenon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From there visit the Erechtheion, with its iconic columns of caryatids. Pause for lunch around the ancient Agora and visit the bustling Monastiraki Flea Market for souvenirs and street food. In the afternoon take a tour of the ancient Olympic Stadium, before finishing the day with a traditional Greek mezze dinner.

  4. Day 4: Madrid, Spain
    4.5-hour flight (3250 km) from Athens, Greece

    Visit the Prado Museum which houses one of the world's finest art collections including works by Goya, Velázquez, and El Greco. After a traditional Spanish lunch, enjoy a walk around the beautiful Retiro Park with its boating lake and panoramic views. Be sure to visit the Plaza Mayor, the heart of Madrid, where you can experience street performances, and enjoy an impressive Spanish dinner with tapas and wine.

  5. Day 5: Tromsø, Norway
    4-hour flight (2949 km) from Madrid, Spain

    Start the day by taking the cable car to the top of Storsteinen Mountain. From there, enjoy panoramic views of Tromsø and the surrounding fjords. Then, visit the Arctic Cathedral, known for its stunning stained-glass windows and modern architecture. Take a guided pub crawl through the city's unique bars, sampling a variety of beverages from locals, ending the night with whale meat at a Norwegian restaurant.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Berlin Wall Memorial (2 hours, free)
  • Brandenburg Gate (1 hour, free)
  • Reichstag Building tour (2 hours, free)
  • St. Mark's Square (2 hours, free)
  • Gondola ride (1 hour, EUR 80)
  • Rialto Bridge (30 minutes, free)
  • Acropolis tour (3 hours, EUR 20)
  • Monastiraki Flea Market visit (2 hours, free)
  • Olympic Stadium tour (1.5 hours, EUR 15)
  • Prado Museum (3 hours, EUR 15)
  • Retiro Park walk (2 hours, free)
  • Plaza Mayor (1 hour, free)
  • Cable Car to Storsteinen Mountain (2 hours, EUR 40)
  • Arctic Cathedral (1 hour, EUR 10)
  • Pub Crawl tour with drinks (3 hours, EUR 50)
  • Whale Meat dinner (1 hour, EUR 60)

  • Total Estimated Costs: EUR 310

Useful Tips

You can spend more time in each location if you prefer to go at a slower pace and explore more of the surrounding areas. Skip the gondola ride in Venice if you're on a tight budget. In Tromsø, consider adding a husky sleigh or northern lights tour if time and budget allow. Also, plan for transportation and accommodation ahead of time, especially when traveling during peak season.

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