Traveling through Europe is the dream of many and here I propose a route to visit 6 of the main European cities in 15 days: London, Paris, Amsterdam, Rome, Madrid and Barcelona. Of course, this is a quick route that will allow you to see only the most basic things, but if you have more time, I will also explain how to add more days and cities to your experience.
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The route starts in London, continues by the famous Eurostar train to Paris. The next stop is Amsterdam, from there we will fly to Venice and by train we will arrive in Rome. From Rome the easiest and cheapest thing is to fly to Barcelona and from there we will have several alternatives to get to Madrid. The route ends in Madrid, so from Barajas Airport we will take the plane back home.
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How much does it cost to travel to Europe for 15 days?
The cost of the route through Europe is 1,724 euros or 35 thousand Mexican pesos*. Includes accommodation in a hostel or room in a simple hotel shared with another person, transportation (in the most efficient means of transportation for each route and not the cheapest), meals and the main paid attraction of each city.
If you are a moderate budget traveler and prefer a hotel, the budget would rise to 2,388 euros or 48,500 Mexican pesos*. If you are interested in the route, I will explain it to you in detail below.
* Exchange rate taken as of January 2023. 1 euro at 20.32 MXN
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Step by step route
London: first stop
The tour begins in London and it is a good entry to the European continent due to its geographical location and because it has airports with good connections to many destinations around the world. What does this mean? That it is easier to get cheap flights.
- Stay time: arrival day and 2 full days
- Recommended accommodation in London: Hostel One Notting Hill 1.8 km from Hyde Park in the Kensington and Chelsea area. Beds in a shared room start at $29. More information and reservation here.
- Budget per day in London: 112 euros (backpacker)
- Budget for 3 days in London: 336 euros
- If you do not have a backpacker budget, the budget will rise to 169 euros for travelers who prefer 3-star hotels. For 3 days it would be 507 euros.
- Complete guide to London
👉 How do I get from London to Paris?
The fastest and most comfortable way to get around is on the Eurostar train. The tour takes just over 2 hours and can be purchased from 52 euros at a promotional price. However, you will hardly get this price, so I recommend setting aside at least 100 euros if you buy your ticket at least a month in advance and up to 200 euros if you buy it days before the trip. Buy your trip here.
If you want to save time and money you can spend the night on the bus and make the trip from 35 euros (remember to buy it in advance and it may not be the most comfortable for sleeping, due to the document reviews that are done during the trip).
Paris: second stop
The next stop on the route is Paris, the capital of France. A basic city on a first trip to Europe.
- Stay time: 3 days
- Recommended accommodation: Les Piaules in Paris. Modern hostel surrounded by shops and restaurants. It was my decision on my last trip to Paris and the quality-price ratio is really good if we consider how expensive the city of Paris can be. More information and reservation here.
- Budget per day in Paris: 100 euros (backpacker)
- Budget for 3 days in Paris: 300 euros
- If you do not have a backpacker budget, the budget will rise to 146 euros for travelers who prefer 3-star hotels. For 3 days it would be 438 euros.
👉 How do I get from Paris to Amsterdam?
From Paris to Amsterdam you can travel by bus, plane and train. Without a doubt the most comfortable way is to travel by train. This is a train that has only one stop in Brussels. The trip from Paris to Amsterdam is less than 4 hours and the trip normally costs 75 euros. However, if you buy it without advance notice you can end up paying more than 150 euros. Buy your train journey here.
A cheaper option would be to take the bus trip from 25 euros and take advantage of the more than 7 hours to sleep if you take it at night. Buy your bus ticket here.
Travel tip. If you have more days, it is time to make a stop in Brussels and from there take another train to reach the famous city of Bruges.
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Amsterdam
The capital of Holland is one of the favorite cities of travelers. If you visit Holland during spring, don’t forget to visit Keukenhof, its famous tulip gardens.
- Stay time: 2 days
- Recommended accommodation: There are very good hostels in Amsterdam, here you can see the selection of the most popular ones.
- Budget per day in Amsterdam: 110 euros
- Budget for 2 days in Amsterdam: 220 euros
- Moderate budget: 177 euros and for the 2 days it is 354 euros
Complete your trip in Amsterdam
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🏨 Accommodation in Amsterdam
🌍 Guided tour of Amsterdam for free and in Spanish
📌 Tours and activities in Amsterdam
✈️ How do I get from Amsterdam to Rome?
Between Amsterdam and Rome the best way to travel is by plane. The flight lasts two and a half hours and costs about 100 euros (in promotion you can get it cheaper and in high season up to double that). You can buy this flight with the Spanish airline Vueling.com, click here to search for a flight.
There is the alternative of making the trip by train, although I do not recommend it because it involves more than 15 hours and 4 train changes. Furthermore, the cost is higher than the plane.
Rome
You cannot miss the capital of Italy during a visit to Europe. Two days can be dedicated to this trip. The first to focus on the downtown area and see attractions such as the Colosseum and the Trevi Fountain, and the second to get to know the Vatican and nearby areas.
- Stay time: 2 days
- Recommended accommodation: The Yellow, a hostel characterized by a very good atmosphere, and which has a bar and a club. In addition, its location is very good, steps from Termini. Of course, it is mainly recommended for young people, due to its style, so below are other alternatives. More information and reservation click here.
- Budget per day in Rome: 78 euros
- Budget for two days in Rome: 156 euros
- Moderate budget: 115 euros per day and 230 euros for the 2 days.
- Rome guide available here.
✈️ How do I get from Rome to Barcelona?
The best option is to travel by plane with prices starting at 19 euros. For this example we will take 50 euros. You can get these flights by traveling with Vueling.com, one of the best-rated low-cost airlines in Europe. Click here to search for a flight.
The option of using the train would involve about 24 hours of travel. You can compare routes here.
Barcelona
Although for Barcelona I recommend at least 3 days, on this occasion it will have to be two to be able to complete the 15 days of travel.
- Stay time: 2 days
- Recommended accommodation: A great option is the Rodamón Hostel. If you want more recommendations of the best places to stay in Barcelona click here.
- Budget per day in Barcelona: 78 euros
- Budget for 2 days in Barcelona: 156 euros
- Moderate budget: 121.5 euros per day and 243 euros for the 2 days.
Organize your trip in Barcelona
🌍 Tours in Barcelona
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🚗Transfers in Barcelona
📍 Tips for visiting Barcelona like a local
🚂 How do I get from Barcelona to Madrid?
There are 622 kilometers that separate Madrid and Barcelona and the options to travel them are: train, bus, car and plane. Depending on the transportation you choose, the tour can be done in 70 minutes or 7 hours. As for prices, you can pay from 9 euros to 150 euros.
The most comfortable option would be to take the train and if you buy in advance you could travel on the low-cost one for only 9 euros. This would be an excellent option, but you definitely need to book in advance. You can buy your trip here.
Another option would be to travel by bus and even save the night’s accommodation.
In this case we will take 70 euros which is an average price to travel by train or plane.
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Madrid
- Stay time: 2 days and 1 day of departure
- Recommended accommodation: The Hostal Go Inn Madrid is located in the central Gran Vía, next to a metro station and 300 meters from Puerta del Sol. More information and reservation here.
- Budget per day in Madrid: 55 euros
- Budget for 3 days in Madrid: 165 euros
- Moderate budget: 92 euros and for 3 days 276 euros
- Complete guide to Madrid here.
How much does 15 days cost in Europe?
Backpacking Budget in Europe
- Budget for 3 days in London: 336 euros
- London to Paris by train: 100 euros
- Budget for 3 days in Paris: 300 euros
- Paris to Amsterdam by train: 6o euros
- Budget for 2 days in Amsterdam: 220 euros
- Amsterdam to Rome by plane: 60 euros
- Budget per day in Rome: 156 euros
- Rome to Barcelona by plane: 50 euros
- Budget for 2 days in Barcelona: 156 euros
- Barcelona to Madrid by train: 70 euros
- Budget for 3 days in Madrid: 216 euros
Total: 1,724 euros / 35 thousand Mexican pesos
The budget per backpacking day includes a dormitory bed in a well-rated and cheap hostel, 3 meals, two public transport rides, a paid cultural attraction and three beers.
Moderate budget traveler in Europe
The moderate budget is per person but designed for couples looking to share a room in a 3-star hotel. Includes 3 meals, two public transportation rides, a paid cultural attraction and three beers.
- Budget for 3 days in London: 507 euros
- London to Paris by train: 100 euros
- Budget for 3 days in Paris: 438 euros
- Paris to Amsterdam by train: 6o euros
- Budget for 2 days in Amsterdam: 354 euros
- Amsterdam to Rome by plane: 60 euros
- Budget per day in Rome: 230 euros
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