However, I would recommend getting a flight that departs Europe from a different city than you arrived, if that is a feasible option. It prevents you from having to backtrack, saving both time and money. A good example is two girls I met who flew into London but were flying home from Athens. Some airlines may have considerable fees or penalties if you wish to do this, but in Canada, Travel Cuts allows students to simply pay of each round trip fare with no extra fee for different departure and arrival cities. Consider your options and what type of pass to get carefully, since it will dictate what cities and how much of Europe you see.
Most travelers neglect the option of using planes to travel across Europe.
Flights within Europe are generally cheaper than domestic flights in Canada and some great deals can be found, especially in London. If you're planning to go to Ireland, or want to dash down to Greece or Spain without stopping to sightsee along the way, you may find that it's not much more expensive to fly and certainly much more pleasant than the train or boat. Train The most common option for European travel is train. Trains are quick, efficient, and can take you everywhere from the largest cities to tiny villages, with an abundance of departures each day. Train passes are also unparalleled for their flexibility.