CURRENCY TIPS

Cash and Credit Cards

Banks with ATMs are available in all of the places you’ll be traveling. We recommend taking out cash from ATMs using a debit card as fees are typically lower than with a credit card. Local tip: by choosing “Note Mix” on the ATM, you can usually choose the denomination of bills you receive.

Trailside huts serving lunch rarely accept credit cards so we recommend carrying cash and coins with you on the trail. In town, most restaurants and stores will accept credit and debit cards, as well as cash.

Gratuities

All gratuities for transportation, breakfasts and dinners are included in the cost of your trip. For meals on your own, tipping in Europe usually ranges from one Euro for service at a simple restaurant up to 10% for excellent service at a nice restaurant. Even if you pay with credit card, we recommend leaving your tip in cash, as you cannot write in an additional tip on the receipt. At hotels, a tip for good service is not expected, but 5 to 10 Euros per guest would certainly be appreciated.