← Europe Travel FAQ

Quick answer

What should a Europe trip budget include?

Include transport to and within Europe, lodging, food, local transit, attractions, insurance, connectivity, fees, and a contingency.

Separate fixed costs from daily costs. Fixed costs include long-distance transport, insurance, and any visas. Daily costs include lodging, meals, local transit, and ordinary sightseeing. Add one-off items such as airport transfers, baggage, seat reservations, and city taxes.

Keep the contingency visible rather than hiding it inside every category. That makes it easier to see what changed when a real quote differs from the plan.