Pizza in Italy, waffles in Belgium, fromage in France, bratwurst in Germany… Eat all the things on a Geckos jaunt through Europe.
It’s hard to know where to start in Europe.
Do you go with the famous sights ala the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Cesky Krumlov’s fairy-tale Old Town or Venice’s watery canals?
Do you immediately don your Sherlock Holmes cap and head out to find the coolest hidden bar? Or do you pool your Euros, grab your crew and set out in search of the best gyros, gelati or waffles you can find?
No matter which way you go, Europe’s charmingly cobbled lanes will never lead you astray.
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Our Europe Trips
| Trip Name | Days | Start city | Destination | Style | From AUD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Italy by Rail | 8 |
Venice |
Italy |
Geckos |
$1,240 |
|
| Turkey Tales | 15 |
Istanbul |
Turkey |
Geckos |
$1,340 |
|
| Berlin to Budapest by Rail | 11 |
Berlin |
Czech Republic |
Geckos |
$1,990 |
|
| St Petersburg to Budapest by Rail | 13 |
St Petersburg |
Russia |
Geckos |
$1,996 |
|
| Totally Turkey | 11 |
Istanbul |
Turkey |
Geckos |
$726 |
|
| Complete Cappadocia | 5 |
Antalya |
Turkey |
Geckos |
$403 |
|
| London to Berlin by Rail | 10 |
London |
Germany |
Geckos |
$2,278 |
|
| London to Rome by Rail | 35 |
London |
Germany |
Geckos |
$7,145 |
|
| Berlin to Venice by Rail | 19 |
Berlin |
Germany |
Geckos |
$3,320 |
|
| London to Budapest by Rail | 20 |
London |
Germany |
Geckos |
$4,310 |
|
| London to Athens by Rail | 30 |
London |
Germany |
Geckos |
$6,740 |
|
| Budapest to Athens by Rail | 11 |
Budapest |
Greece |
Geckos |
$1,740 |
|
| Budapest to Rome by Rail | 16 |
Budapest |
Germany |
Geckos |
$2,503 |
|
| St Petersburg to Rome by Rail | 28 |
St Petersburg |
Hungary |
Geckos |
$5,410 |
|
| London to Venice by Rail | 28 |
London |
Germany |
Geckos |
$5,695 |
|
| Berlin to Rome by Rail | 26 |
Berlin |
Germany |
Geckos |
$4,830 |
|
| Berlin to Athens by Rail | 21 |
Berlin |
Germany |
Geckos |
$4,120 |
|
| Budapest to Venice by Rail | 9 |
Budapest |
Croatia |
Geckos |
$1,470 |
|
| St Petersburg to Venice by Rail | 21 |
St Petersburg |
Hungary |
Geckos |
$3,710 |
HIGHLIGHT EXPERIENCES ON OUR Europe trips
Plant a tree in Iceland
Check out the epic glaciers and fjord's while doing your part to preserve Iceland’s beauty by planting a tree with the Hvollsvöllur tree planting project.
Check out the Tunnel of Lurrrve
Check out the Instagram famous Tunnel of Love near Klevan in Ukraine. Experience this unique landscape of luscious, green arches and industrial railway.
Cycle around Lake Bled
The best way to see the stunning views surrounding this iconic lake is to cycle around it. Watch as the beautiful countryside glides by you, stopping for regular Instagram snaps.
Eat like a local in Mercato Centrale
Hit up the Mercato Centrale (the central market) in Florence and order Florentine burgers or rigatoni pasta like a pro, with helpful foodie tips from our local guide.
Visit Lake Balaton
Visit Hungary’s Lake Balaton, where you can sail across emerald waters, try your hand at windsurfing, or savour a lazy afternoon of wine tasting with your new friends.
Grab a snack at Markthalle Neun
Eat like a local German at Markthalle Neun in iconic Kreuzberg, Berlin. Try local pastries, sausages, coffee and locally grown fruits and veg. Currywurst anyone?
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| Trip Name | Days | Start city | Destination | Style | From AUD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London to Rome by Rail | 35 |
London |
Germany |
Geckos |
$7,145 |
|
| Berlin to Venice by Rail | 19 |
Berlin |
Germany |
Geckos |
$3,320 |
|
| Budapest to Rome by Rail | 16 |
Budapest |
Germany |
Geckos |
$2,503 |
|
| London to Budapest by Rail | 20 |
London |
Germany |
Geckos |
$4,310 |
|
| London to Athens by Rail | 30 |
London |
Germany |
Geckos |
$6,740 |
|
| St Petersburg to Rome by Rail | 28 |
St Petersburg |
Hungary |
Geckos |
$5,410 |
|
| Berlin to Athens by Rail | 21 |
Berlin |
Germany |
Geckos |
$4,120 |
Our destinations for Europe trips
Europe with Geckos
Cool accommodation in central locations
Because we don’t have to get up at the crack of dawn each morning to speed to the next destination, we get to stay in cool, artsy hostels in the heart of a city, not in campsites on the outskirts of town. This way, we’re perfectly placed to soak up them local vibes; and the sights, bars and bakeries are just a hop, skip and a slow cobblestoned stroll away.
More trains, less buses
Although we take the occasional bus, we do most of our cross-Europe gallivanting by train. Why? Because trains are rad. They’re faster and comfier, not to mention way more European. You’re more likely to solve a mystery on a train, Agatha Christie-style, and less likely to vom from motion sickness.
Small group tours
At Geckos, we like to keep things cosy, which is why we cap our groups at a max of 16. Not only does it make getting around easier, it also allows us to see stuff the big tour groups miss. We’re not 50 strangers crammed into a bus like sardines; on average, we’re nine new mates eating sardines on a Mediterranean cliff top (or pasta, if you think sardines are gross).
Slow it down, baby
Europe can be overwhelming. There’s so much to see! It’s easy to jump from city to city like a cat on a hot tin roof, or to feel like you’ve ‘done’ Paris because you saw the Eiffel Tower from a distance. While our trips cover lots of destinations, we try to stay a few days in each so we can spend less time on transport and more time sinking our claws into the juicy stuff. Yeah.
Travel made super easy
Travel with us, and there’s no need to sweat the logistics. We’ll give you plenty of time to do your own thing, but your leader will always be there to provide hot tips and directions to top-secret locations (the fun – not dangerous – kind). Which means you’ll have more energy to spend on deciding which flavour of vodka to try in Krakow. Cherry, chestnut, cinnamon…the struggle is real, guys.
Local everything
Why travel half way across the world and never really leave home? We like to tread lightly and do all of the things local: transport, restaurants and most of all, leaders. These legends were born and raised in awesome destinations all over Europe, so they know what’s crackin’. They’ll take you out of your comfort zone and help you meet real-life locals, while simultaneously having your back in all situations. Skillz.
why we love europe
- Venice is like a dream; it’s your chance to sip prosecco, drift down grand canals on a gondola and dominate Instagram with scenes of impossible romance.
- Travelling in a smaller group of like-minded people (friends!) mostly by trains is the best way to get around.
- Soak up the smooth sounds of jazz at a low-lit bar in Prague, step into a real life fairytale in Cesky Krumlov, and gorge on the history, architecture and bohemian vibes of the amazing Czech Republic
- Amsterdam has been developed with cyclists in mind, so the best way to see it is to hire a bike and hit the charming streets with your expert local leader (just watch out for those canals)
- No Italian adventure would be complete without a visit to Rome. Enjoy plenty of free time to discover the ancient Colosseum, stroll through Vatican City and gaze up towards the gods inside St Peter's Basilica
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Trip Reviews
Italy by Rail, June 2018
Natalie Gilbert
Amazing company to organise a trip with. We had a local leader, Jacob, from Italy on our Italy By Rail tour who had a wealth of knowledge. We saw places and went to restaurants we wouldn’t have known about or been able to see without him. Short trip, and very busy but in the amount of time I had to do Italy, it definitely made the most of time. Flexibility throughout the day was also fantastic, with our leader there to help when necessary. Highly recommend!
Review submitted 20 Jun 2018
Italy by Rail, June 2018
Julia Coltman
Geckos is the first tour company I've ever booked through and they did not disappoint! Loved this tour, and I feel so lucky that it turned out so perfectly :)
Review submitted 20 Jun 2018
Essential Morocco, June 2018
Tayla Campbell
Geckos adventure tour of Morrocco was amazing! Wouldn’t see Morrocco any other way. Lots of great activities as well as education into the Morroccan way of life. Our guide Aatmane and group made this trip so much fun! Would recommend to everyone!
Review submitted 15 Jun 2018
Essential Morocco, June 2018
Ahmi Narkle
This was the best trip I've been on so far. It was well organised and always exciting
Review submitted 15 Jun 2018
Totally Turkey, May 2018
Stephanie Bazak
This tour of Turkey offers the perfect mix of culture, history and majestic, jaw dropping sights along the coast of the Turquoise coast. Assisted by our knowledgeable guide, we were able to get an authentic taste of this beautiful country, and couldn't recommend this tour enough. Go see and explore Turkey!
Review submitted 11 Jun 2018
Totally Turkey, May 2018
Tayla Linton-Smith
If you’re travelling solo and are keen to meet some amazing likeminded people in an incredible country - definitely jump on this tour! Turkey is the most beautiful and diverse country and I never once felt unsafe - don’t let the media stop you from going! See Turkey for yourself alongside an amazing tour guide who will no doubt become your friend too!
Review submitted 11 Jun 2018
Italy by Rail, May 2018
Sarah Kolodzy
A great trip with enough structure to be stress-free but lots of freedom to plan your trip however you want!
Review submitted 07 Jun 2018
Totally Turkey, May 2018
Sam Perkins
This trip was incredible. The perfect way to gain a taste of the history, culture and beauty of this wonderful country. A great balance of comfort and exposure to the local existence providing a genuinely authentic experience. Could not recommend enough.
Review submitted 07 Jun 2018
Essential Morocco, May 2018
Christopher Uren
This trip was such a great experience and as the name suggests covers off on ‘essential Morocco’. It’s an experience from the beginning and my advice is to relax, jump in and try everything once along the way. A Hammam is a great way to spend the free day in Marrakech.
Review submitted 06 Jun 2018
Italy by Rail, May 2018
Cameron Springer
Geckos is a wonderful value and a great experience for young people. The small group format works incredibly well, and the guides are awesome.
Review submitted 04 Jun 2018
Totally Turkey, May 2018
Madeline Pereira
I got to spend two weeks in Turkey travelling around with 6 strangers who quickly became great friends. We saw beautiful landscapes and met friendly local people while being shown around by our expert guide.
Review submitted 04 Jun 2018
Essential Morocco, May 2018
Tiffany Ng
The Essential Morocco tour was a great introduction to the amazing country. It covered everything from the main cities, to its history to the amazing desert. It is a compact trip and the long drives can be tiring but the landscape is beautiful. Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable about the history and culture of the country. The highlight was definitely the desert - despite getting stuck out in a thunderstorm. It really was a once in a lifetime experience and it was nice to experience it with a small, adventurous group with Geckos.
Review submitted 29 May 2018
Essential Morocco, May 2018
Andrew Gray
Gecko Adventures have a great selection of trips. I have done trips with similar companies before which offer small group travel and this one equalled (if not beat) other companies. I felt that the trip was exactly as described and the emphasis on a good experience by the tour leaders is excellent. A tip would be to always read the trip notes carefully as from my experience these are very accurate
Review submitted 24 May 2018
Totally Turkey, May 2018
Michael Wuersching
Abdullah was the most amazing tour guide a group could ever hope for. He was a historian, a guide, a local, and a friend. Geckos selects the absolute best.
Review submitted 22 May 2018
Totally Turkey, May 2018
Don Laing
Turkey is an incredible country which offers so much ith it's beautiful people, diverse landscape and unprecedented history. Truly worth visiting sometime soon.
Review submitted 18 May 2018
Essential Morocco, April 2018
Kaelyn Cook
Very good trip, highly recommend. Suitable for vegetarians (get used to tagine and bread though). Loads of fun would definitely do it again.
Review submitted 17 May 2018
Essential Morocco, April 2018
Ghada M
The Essential Morocco trip is a trip of a lifetime. Experience the top attractions in Morocco and visit remote locations. I felt extremely lucky to be travelling around Morocco with a great group of people and a highly energetic tour guide. The Moroccan people are very friendly and hospitable and the country is safe. I appreciated the opportunities to connect with the locals in villages as well as having tea with a nomadic family. The Sahara is an obvious highlight - it is truly majestic, however, every place we visited was special in its own way. Although initially hesitant about traveling with a group, I have no regrets and I would highly recommend this trip for anyone considering it - you will not be disappointed!
Review submitted 16 May 2018
Complete Cappadocia, May 2018
Maria Sitson
Turkey is an absolute magical place where you'll come across mountains, beaches, cities, and immerse yourself culturally. It has so much to offer the world
Review submitted 15 May 2018
Totally Turkey, April 2018
Ashleigh Kirchner
Gecko’s tour was so much fun! I feel like we had equal time to relax (free time) and to participate in the awesome activities. The whole tour was organised really well with our tour leader always knowing what was happening and always making sure the group was happy, healthy and safe. I would recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see the most beautiful parts of Turkey, try good local food and wine, and make new friends.
Review submitted 14 May 2018
Essential Morocco, April 2018
Katharina Kolb
Morocco is a great country to travel to. The people are very warmly and you will feel comfortable immediately. I made only good experiences with gecko. You should go for it! Be polite, cover yourself (because its a muslim country) and try to learn the arabic language and the people will help you any time. Have a nice travel!
Review submitted 12 May 2018
Essential Morocco, April 2018
Julia Smith
A great trip if you would like to experience the many different sides of Morocco. From deserts, mountains, beaches and cities, this tour has it all! You will leave Morocco feeling you now know the true Morocco and the people who call it home. The optional extras of extra half day surfing, hammam and cooking class were well worth it too
Review submitted 11 May 2018
Totally Turkey, April 2018
Valerie Hendriks
If you want to see more of a country at a reasonable price definitely do a geckos tour I loved it my guide was great and the experience you will never forget
Review submitted 10 May 2018
Totally Turkey, April 2018
Aditi Rajgopal
This was one of the best travel experiences I've had. I would recommend for others to not bring a suitcase (think it would have been so much easier without one).
Review submitted 03 May 2018
Totally Turkey, April 2018
Kelsey Carter
Having a local guide who knows the history, language and best places to eat local cusine in each region really made this trip for me. If you only have a short amount of time this tour is a great paced way to see a lot of Turkeys west coast.
Review submitted 02 May 2018
Essential Morocco, April 2018
Vanessa Brown
Gecko tours is a great way to discover new places, with their small group sizes and local guides we always felt like we were getting the best of everything. We left Morocco with heavy hearts, feeling sad to leave behind a beautiful country and a wonderful friend in our tour leader. I would definitely consider using gecko tours again!
Review submitted 30 Apr 2018
Complete Cappadocia, April 2018
Eloise Jolly
Geckos were fabulous. The trip was well thought out. Small group size was perfect for the way I like to travel, it felt like travelling with a few friends not a large coach trekking around. I love that we stay with locals in home immersion and really support local tourism and get to see more than I would any other way of travelling to Turkey.
Review submitted 27 Apr 2018
Totally Turkey, April 2018
Nicole Alvarez
The people you meet, the experience, the culture, everything is amazing.
Review submitted 25 Apr 2018
Essential Morocco, April 2018
Jessica Sabo
The Essential Morocco trip was a dream. The landscapes in this country are so diverse from beaches to rolling green hills to desert. Spending a night in the Sahara under the stars was probably the highlight of the trip for me. Watching the sunrise and sunset from the top of the sand dunes was incredible. It was unlike anything I have ever seen before. Exploring the markets of Fes and Marrakech was also an amazing experience. Do not hesitate to book this trip if you are considering. You will not regret it!
Review submitted 24 Apr 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Olivia de Vesci
Fantastic trip. Group of 12 and everyone got along really well. The itinerary posted on the website is exactly what occurred - good pacing between each location, I felt very satisfied with my time in each place. Many opportunities to experience local people and culture. Aatmane, our trip leader, was amazing! And pack warm clothes if you go in March.
Review submitted 21 Apr 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Dennis Atkins
The Gecko's trip was an awesome adventure! Our group of 16 quickly became a team in the first few days which lead to some sad "goodbyes" towards the end. There was a good mix of active and relaxing days and we always had something to do, see, or eat. Highly recommended for solo or group travellers who want to see cool places and meet new people.
Review submitted 16 Apr 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Jamie Catharina Brama
This trip was great! I had a wonderful experience (had never travelled with a group before). The people in my group were amazing. Our tour guide was very knowledgable and I learned a lot about the Moroccan culture. The trip destinations were well chosen and definitly worth seeing. Would definitly recommend this trip!
Review submitted 15 Apr 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Krista Vitolina
Overall, the trip was great and met my expectations. It wasn’t my first time in Morocco, however this time I discovered a real Moroccan culture and food. Obviously the highlight of the trip was the desert, todra gorge and high Atlas. I wish there was more hiking involved in this itinerary - it was not active enough for me. Diversity of my travel group was minimal where the majority of travelers were from Australia, especially people travelling in groups of friends.
Review submitted 14 Apr 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Harriet Allan
What an amazing tour! I enjoyed every minute of my Morocco adventure! We have an incredible guide Aatmane who knew all about the culture and people
Review submitted 07 Apr 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Jeana Davis
Geckos Adventures made my trip to Morocco so incredibly special. From the activities to the accommodation to the guide, everything seems as if it is carefully selected to ensure that your trip is unforgettable and authentic.
Review submitted 04 Apr 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Yu Ching Tiffany Tsai
Geckos Adventure is an excellent way to travel in a group for an authentic, genuine experience. You will make great friends and have an excellent time.
Review submitted 18 Mar 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Helene Aagesen
Great country, very beautiful and lots too see. Its hard to get to feel local for just 11 days, but this trip defiantly gets close to that!
Review submitted 17 Mar 2018
Essential Morocco, March 2018
Amy Foyster
If you want to travel with fun, socially aware people your own age, Geckos is the best. The trips are the perfect mix of ticking off the iconic sights you can't miss and local experiences you wouldn't have travelling alone.
Review submitted 16 Mar 2018
Essential Morocco, January 2018
Holly Keesing-Schermann
Morocco is an amazing country with so much culture. If you are going in winter its great because there are less tourists. However, Morocco is very cold in winter (especially in the desert) so pack warm!
Review submitted 11 Mar 2018
Essential Morocco, February 2018
ALBERT PHUNG
There's should be some ''private sales'' or ''discount'' for people who has been travelling with Geckosadventures or Peregrine Adventures more than once :)
Review submitted 09 Mar 2018
Essential Morocco, February 2018
Rizwan Jaipurwala
This was a great trip which shows the highlights of Morocco. Takes you to all the major areas you would want to see and the included activities are great
Review submitted 04 Mar 2018
Essential Morocco, February 2018
Ryan Tomlin
A true, authentic experience exploring culture, friendship and adventure. Honestly, one of the best experiences of my life.
Review submitted 17 Feb 2018
Essential Morocco, January 2018
Zali Melhuish
Such an amazing experience exploring Maroc, I wish the tour went longer and will miss the tour leader and everyone involved very much. Such good value and I would highly recommend putting your name down if you're considering what to do for your next trip. You won't be disappointed.
Review submitted 04 Feb 2018
Essential Morocco, January 2018
Thea FitzGerald
Absolutely one of the BEST travel experiences I have ever had. Despite my reservations about tours (either too party oriented, too tourist orientated, or aimed at older travellers), at 21, this trip ticked ALL the boxes. With our local guide Hicham, we went off the beaten track and I came away feeling like I really got to see the real Morocco (I definitely don’t think this would’ve been possible without our guide).
Review submitted 04 Feb 2018
Essential Morocco, January 2018
Elliot Wall
A great trip. Made Morocco easy without taking away the fun or adventure. Met some good people, made some friends, did things like sleep in the Sahara which i never thought I'd do.
Review submitted 25 Jan 2018
Essential Morocco, January 2018
Jack McGrath
Absolutely fantastic trip. I have recommended this Moroccan tour to everyone I talk to. Our guide provided a wealth of knowledge about the locals and each city. This trip was also great value for money.
Review submitted 24 Jan 2018
Essential Morocco, January 2018
Alice Carter
Fantastic trip, great group and Hicham was a great tour guide. I had the best birthday waking up in the Sahara and that was the highlight of the trip, but I also loved the other places we visited especially Moudlay Idriss. Although not included in the trip it would have been great to visit Chefchaouen. Bring more spending money with you than you imagine and if you go in January, Morocco can get cold!
Review submitted 23 Jan 2018
Essential Morocco, December 2017
Chelsea Payne
This trip was a wonderful experience. It has an aspect of adventure to it such as where we stayed and all of our excursions. Our tour guide S'aid was exceptional! If you're going to go to Morocco I highly recommend this tour. I felt like I learned so much about the culture and also was able to see many different parts of the country.
Review submitted 05 Jan 2018
Essential Morocco, December 2017
LAN ROW KOK
5.0 - Excellent It was a great tour! Everything was streamlined, and it just gets better and better! Our guide Issmail is wonderful, funny and knowledgeable, gives you a lot of insights to the local life in Morocco. Hotels are budget, but clean and comfortable (which is good enough for me), restaurants might be a little touristy but no doubt the food is good! Overall it was a wonderful experience and I would recommend anyone to do it.
Review submitted 01 Jan 2018