Contiki - Explore some of Europe’s cultural highlights and coolest cities from London to Rome

from 

£2,516

per person
 
Duration: 19 Days
Destination: Europe: Multi Country/Panoramas
Tour Provider: Contiki
Deal Code: DTWMFXM

 

 

Description

London to Rome Vistas, The one that gives you canals, historic monuments & authentic local food in Europe's most culture-rich cities

About this trip - 

Explore some of Europe’s cultural highlights and coolest cities from London to Rome. Take in cosmopolitan Copenhagen via the party capital of Berlin before exploring the melting-pot of old and new that is Eastern Europe, marvel at the mountain vistas of Austria, cruise the canals of Venice & soak up the history of Rome all on one magic adventure.

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  • Only £60 deposit to book : Reserve your space now with a deposit, pay the rest 45 days before departure
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Tour details :

Date of Travel 

  • 7th Sep 2022 {Mutliple dates available, rates may vary}

Duration

  • 19 days, 12 Countries

Places

  • London, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, Krakow, Budapest, Austrian Tyrol, Ljubljana, Venice, Rome, Salzburg, Dover, Calais, Belgium, Odense, Auschwitz, Banska Bystrica

Meals

  • 18 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, 3 Regional Dinners

Transport Style

  • Coach

Group Size

  • Maximum 53 people

Team

  • Expert Trip Manager, Driver & Local Guides

Where You'll Stay?

  • All accommodation is included on this trip
  • 12 nights in Hotel, 3 nights in Hostel, 2 nights in Contiki Special Stay

Contiki welcomes anyone from ages 18 – 35 and we had everyone that covered all ages : youngest to oldest

Ever Wondered Why the Contiki age Is Exclusively 18-35? This Is Why

The social side of things

We pride ourselves on the social element of our trips; we love connecting people and building a community. We’ve found that travellers want to meet people their own age and build lasting connections when they’re in the same circles or want the same things out of a trip. Also, do you know how many couples have met on Contiki’s?! #JustSayin.

Same same, but different

Stemming on from the social thing is that people in the same age group tend to be more like-minded and have similar interests, meaning connections are built easier AND everyone wants to generally go and do the same things. Someone in their 60’s probably doesn’t want to dance until 4am with an 18-year-old (but hey, you never know).

How about that stamina

Speaking of dancing, the ‘youth’ age range is just that… youthful. They’re ready to go out and see everything (and maybe party the night away), whereas people who are older may want an early night, a romantic evening with their partner or even have children. Keeping it strictly 18-35 helps us give the majority of the group what they want.

Great for first time travellers

You may have also heard that Contiki is a ‘right of passage’ for people, and without sounding too braggy, we agree! Contiki is the perfect option for first time travellers for a number of reasons, including safety, the social side and what you get to see. Most first time travellers will be between 18-35, and this way they can all experience it for the first time together!

But also great for more experienced travellers

Yeah, we know what we just said but hear us out! We can also show more seasoned travellers a different side of the world that’s a bit more off the beaten track and maybe harder to explore solo. A lot of younger peeps want to do Latin America but don’t know where to start, and that’s where we come in. That’s why depending on the region you travel with us, you’ll find ages shift a bit. Many people tick off Europe, and then as they move into their late-twenties and early-thirties they still want the social element of Contiki, but somewhere new.

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Itinerary Overview

DAY 1 - LONDON TO AMSTERDAM

London

The adventure of a lifetime kicks off today. Meet up with your new Contiki family in London town before hitting the road to Amsterdam.

Dover

Shortly before we find our ferry for France, we'll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover. They owe their gorgeousness to their composition of chalk - you're learning and we haven't even left the UK!

Calais

Off the ferry we arrive in the port town of Calais - French soil! We travel north via Belgium before reaching...Amsterdam!

Belgium

Cross off another country off your list as you cruise through Belgium on your way to Amsterdam.

Amsterdam

And here we are at our final stop for this evening: Amsterdam! You can start your exploration of this city with an optional trip up to the A’DAM tower and swing (with drink in hand) for panoramic views over the city. Afterwards, there's plenty of nightlife to keep you going until the early hours.

Stay - Ibis Budget City South (Or similar)

DAY 2 - AMSTERDAM

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is cute as a button & sure to win your heart with its canals, obscure museums & a café culture like no other. Today use your time to get local, bar hop, museum crawl, and see what other tastes take your fancy, this place is famous for pancakes, frites and so much more. After exploring, you'll want to join your new Contiki family for an optional dinner at a local fishing village and maybe a few drinks aboard a cruise down the river. Could today get any better? 

Stay - Ibis Budget City South (Or similar)

DAY 3 - AMSTERDAM TO HAMBURG

Amsterdam

Out of Amsterdam, onto the autobahn and on the fast-track to Hamburg – that's today's agenda.

Hamburg

Crossing over to Germany, we find ourselves in another charming city dotted with canals and cafes, along with a central city lake and plenty of parks. We’ll acquaint ourselves with Hamburg by starting with an orientation of the city, before free time to find some dinner tonight.

Stay - A&O Hamburgh Reeperbahn (Or similar)

DAY 4 - HAMBURG TO COPENHAGEN VIA ODENSE

Hamburg

Hamburg, it’s been sweet, but we have our sights set on another famous port city. And first...

Odense

On our way to wonderful Copenhagen today, we’ll also pass via Odense, the birthplace of Hans Christian Anderson. With cobbled streets and colourful houses in a historic district full of character, it’s easy to see where his inspiration came from.

Copenhagen

Constantly named amongst the most livable cities in the world (along with one of the happiest), Copenhagen greets us with craft beer breweries, a Renaissance-era castle, hip bars and cafes, a walkable city centre and - you guessed it - more canals. We’ll start with a walking tour of the top sites, followed by free time to find dinner in one of the local spots.

Stay - Moxy Sydhavnen (Or similar)

DAY 5 - COPENHAGEN

Copenhagen

Copenhagen is an artwork of locals on bicycles, Danish pastries in cute café windows, and Renaissance architecture. Being a bustling university town and home to the hippie hood of Freetown Christiana, nightlife, and unique culture can be found at every turn. 

Stay - Moxy Sydhavnen (Or similar)

DAY 6 - COPENHAGEN TO BERLIN

Copenhagen

Before you go bursting out of your travel clothes thanks to your new-found Danish pastry dependency, we're saying ‘farvel’ to Denmark. Next stop: the ferry, then Berlin!

Berlin

On the world map of party vibes, Berlin has a gold star. We've got two nights to explore every inch of this iconic city, and we'll kick it off with a bit of a tour of the city and its troubled but fascinating past. Once we've gotten acquainted with the key sites, we'll enjoy an included dinner together.

Stay - Ibis Ostbahnhof (Or similar)

DAY 7 - BERLIN

Berlin

After our taster of Berlin's history yesterday, you'll have the chance to delve deeper today. Opt to take a historical walking tour, including a visit to the site of Hitler's bunker, or an Alternative Berlin tour. Otherwise, you're free to explore all the obscurities tucked away off the main street of Unter Den Linden, see the Brandenburg gate, discover nature at the Lustgarten, or catch the U-bahn to one of Berlin's quirky neighbourhoods. And if you're looking for a night out, now is the perfect time to scope out one of those underground raves or cocktail-lounge-in-the-basement scenarios that Berlin is famous for.

Stay - Ibis Ostbahnhof (Or similar)

DAY 8 - BERLIN TO WARSAW

Berlin

This morning we'll motor out of Berlin, ready for our next city. Berlin is one tough act to follow, but we think Poland will deliver.

Warsaw

The capital of Poland has a vibrant urban scene and we’re staying right in the centre of it, in the hip & artistic district of Praga. We’ll get treated to an authentic Polish feast tonight to begin our introduction to this lively European city, with all day tomorrow to explore.

Stay - Ibis Budget Warsaw Centre (Or similar)

DAY 9 - WARSAW

Warsaw

Ready to discover Warsaw? Tragic bombings after the war have seen this city experience a re-birth, and it's packed with museums, a buzzing street art scene, and cool vibes dotted with a dose of random to keep us on our toes. Your local guide will give you the insider track as we take it all in on foot. A renowned musical city, keep your ears open day long and see what sound pleasures you also stumble upon. Tonight you’ll have free time for dinner, so Perogi (Polish dumplings) and a glass of compote somewhere within Warsaw's lively cafe scene should be on your agenda - just ask your Trip Manager for the best local hangs. 

Stay - Ibis Budget Warsaw Centre (Or similar)

DAY 10 - WARSAW TO KRAKOW VIA AUSCHWITZ

Warsaw

Waving ‘pa!’ to Warsaw, we have our sights set on Krakow this morning.

Auschwitz

En route, we’ll stop off at the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp for a sobering reminder of Poland’s dark past.

Krakow

Once the capital of Poland, Krakow is now known for its rich history, tasty pretzels, excellent vintage markets (you heard it from us) and salt mining heritage. Tonight you’ll have time to explore the local restaurants for a traditional dinner, then you can rest up knowing we have all day tomorrow to get our Krakow on. 

Stay - Vienna House Easy Cracow (Or similar)

DAY 11 - KRAKOW

Krakow

Good morning Poland! Today is all about getting up close and personal with Krakow life. We’ll cover the basics on our included sightseeing tour in the morning, and you have a free afternoon to stroll the charming streets of Krakow. Check out Kazimierz, the UNESCO-listed Old Town & historic Jewish Quarter with its jumble of street art, vintage markets, crumbling cafes & 14th century synagogue.  An optional Pierogi making class will keep us entertained into the evening.

Stay - Vienna House Easy Cracow (Or similar)

DAY 12 - KRAKOW TO BUDAPEST VIA BANSKA BYSTRICA

Krakow

We say a fond farewell to Krakow and head for the bright lights of Budapest this morning.

Banska Bystrica

Pastel painted and manicured to perfection, Banska Bystrica is a lunch break that will charm you to no end. Being in Slovakia, it's also your chance to brag 3 countries in one day - you crazy globetrotter you.

Budapest

Welcome to Hungary! Coming in at number 3 on our list of countries ticked off through the day. From the moment we arrive in the river split city, you'll understand why we needed a couple of nights here. Take you're time exploring this evening, stop for a drink in a ruin bar tucked away in the Jewish Quarter and keep our eyes peeled for a delicious Langos. 

Stay - Ibis Budapest City South (Or similar)

DAY 13 - BUDAPEST

Budapest

Those still keen to explore can jump on the Budapest Past and Present Tour and continue learning about this incredible city. The House of Terror, the Parliament Building and more, we will take you on a journey of old and new. After all the beauty and knowledge you soaked up yesterday at the church of St Matthias, the Royal Palace and the Chain Bridge, you’ll probably be feeling like a day soaking in the city's famous outdoor thermal pools, set amongst Art Nouveau architecture while getting a bargain-priced massage. As the evening draws in, why not take an optional River Cruise and dinner? Gliding across the shimmering night-lit river of Danube, you’ll get to experience the beautiful sights of Budapest while enjoying a delicious al-la-carte Hungarian feast.

Stay - Ibis Budapest City South (Or similar)

DAY 14 - BUDAPEST TO AUSTRIAN TYROL

Budapest

Bye bye Budapest, your unique charm will remain in our hearts forever. Hitting the road, we’ll journey west and cross-country through Hungary and into Austria.

Austrian Tyrol

Late this afternoon we arrive in Hopfgarten and will be welcomed with open arms to Contiki's very own Austrian Gasthof (guesthouse). Before we settle in, we'll get outside and explore the dreamy setting we'll call home for the next two nights. This is also your chance to sign up for some wild water sports - whitewater rafting in the breath-taking Austrian Tyrol. Tonight is a welcome evening which means a traditional Austrian meal lovingly prepared for us by our on-site Contiki chefs, and tomorrow we'll get into the swing of things with more of the adventure activities this town is famous for.

Stay - Contiki Haus Schöneck (Special Stay)

DAY 15 - AUSTRIAN TYROL

Austrian Tyrol

Wake up, peel open your curtains, and take in the magnificence of your view. If you're feeling lively you can jump onto a bike tour through green mountains and waterfalls. If you're feeling really lively you can go tandem paragliding. Not so lively? Stroll around and take in the incredible setting; drink endless hot chocolate, go up a mountain in a gondola or relax at our Gasthof.

Stay - Contiki Haus Schöneck (Special Stay)

DAY 16 - BUDAPEST TO SALZBURG

Budapest

Bye Budapest! Normally we’d be devastated to be leaving, but with Austria on the horizon we have strudel and music to look forward to.

Salzburg

Onwards and upwards we go, into the mountain ranges that made the Sound of Music famous. Also home to Mozart, you can be pretty certain Salzburg knows a tune! This evening you’ll have the chance to venture off the beaten track and visit a working farm in the hills above Salzburg where the local family will invite us into their home to eat, drink and learn about their lives. This family have lived on the farm for many generations and now look to tourism to help support them and their local community, with food sourced from local farms and fruit for the schnaps from the village.

Stay - B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park (Or similar)

DAY 17 - LJUBLJANA TO VENICE

Ljubljana

Ever the advocates of a balanced holiday, today we're trading in the obscure unknown for the globally adored hot spot of Venice. Whoop!

Venice

Yes, it's as cute as you imagine. Yes, you'll feel like you're part of an Italian fairytale. Yes, you are actually hanging out in the gondola clad floating city of Venice! A private boat ride, gothic architecture and a web of lanes to explore will keep your day filled quite nicely. 

DAY 18 - VENICE TO ROME

Venice

Farewell floating city, but Italy, we're not done with you yet, our next destination the Eternal City of Rome is just around the corner.

Rome

The afternoon will really take it up a notch as we uncover Italian icons in the country's capital of Rome as you get a glimpse of it's glory by night. Gelato, pizza and ancient monuments - perfetto!

DAY 19 - END ROME

Rome

Full of gelato and memories, we’ll bid ‘ciao’ to Bella Roma but never goodbye to lasting friendships and future Contiki adventures.

 

 

 

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Prices listed are per person in Great British Pound, based on twin occupancy, rates for single occupancy may differ, Rates offered are including all discounts unless otherwise stated. All bookings are subject to availability. Other travel periods may be available. Some block out dates may apply. Rates may alter depending upon the dates requested and surcharges if applicable. Final booking confirmation only provided once payment has been processed. Contact our travel team for more details. Our Holiday Centre reserves the right to withdraw this promotion without notice at any time. Flights are not included. Pricing correct as at 9th Feb 2022