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European Encounter
10 countries \ 18 days \ from US$2524 per person
This tour is perfect if you want to see Europe but don't have months to negotiate your way around. Take a bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside, go white water rafting in Austria, experience a Parisian cabaret show & rub shoulders with the rich & famous on the French Riviera...all in a little over 2 weeks!
European Impressions
11 countries \ 20 days \ from US$3135 per person
The European Impressions is a fantastic tour for anyone that is looking for a taste of Europe...literally. The only tour that takes you to Belgium for waffles, Germany for beer, Italy for pasta, Spain for tapas and France for escargot! Of course, there's plenty more to do than just eat your way around Europe. Visits to Pisa, Monaco, Innsbruck and Carcassonne are all part of the included itinerary meaning your free time really is yours to play with.
European Vista
11 countries \ 23 days \ from US$3575 per person
Looking for mix of adventure & relaxation? This tour fits the bill. Destinations like Vienna, Prague, Paris, Rome & Amsterdam mean all your bases are covered. Free time options include a Tuscan feast & wine tasting or maybe mountain biking, paragliding & white water rafting. Your toughest decision is whether to go leisurely or adventurous...or both!
Oktoberfest - 7 Days Camping (Start/End London)
3 countries \ 7 days \ from US$545 per person
Known worldwide as a beer festival, Oktoberfest is actually so much more! From humble beginnings as a royal wedding celebration, the 'Fest has become a party with enough beer, pork, merchandise & amusement park attractions to entertain you for days. Travel with us on the coach from London - once you get to Munich, you'll be camping in our pre-set up tents. There’s no thinking required, just have fun!
'Sweet as' South
1 country \ 13 days \ from US$1425 per person
Experience the best of South! From Lake Ohau to Queenstown to Christchurch - it's an adventure you won't want to end. Start off on a scenic flight over Mt. Cook then head to Dunedin! Later, get ready to hit Queenstown, the adventure Capital of the World. Try bungy, 4WD’ing or if it’s winter, you can opt to take a day trip to stunning Milford Sound. In Franz Josef you'll hike a glacier before your tour ends in Christchurch.
Aegean Classic (incl. 4 days cruising)
3 countries \ 7 days \ from US$1185 per person
The Aegean Classic, operated by Louis Hellenic Cruises, offers relaxation, sightseeing and fabulous Greek food not only for the young, but also the young at heart. Beginning and ending in Athens, you'll cruise for 4 days to the Cycladic islands of Mykonos, Santorini, Crete, Rhodes and Patmos, as well as a short stop in Kusadasi on the Turkish coast. There's nothing quite like watching the sun set over the Mediterranean from the bow of your luxury cruise ship while sipping on the cocktail of the day. Paradise.
Spotlight on Greece
1 country \ 5 days \ from US$845 per person
Discover Athens, Olympia and Delphi in more depth with this 4 day Spotlight on Greece tour. Visit the Acropolis and Parthenon in Athens, the first Olympic stadium in Olympia and the Temples of Hera and Zeus in Delphi, all with your local Greek guide. A great add-on to the beginning or end of your Contiki adventure.
Thai Island Hopper East
1 country \ 9 days \ from US$654 per person
Sun, swimming & good times are what you’re into, then the Thai Islands are all yours. Jump your way from Koh Samui to Koh Tao, finishing it up with the legendary Koh Pha Ngan. With multiple nights on each island, you can sit back on island time. Take it up a notch if you want & swim & snorkel off white sand beaches, go hiking in emerald green forests, or choose to chill on the beach & sip cocktails from a coconuts as you really relax & indulge.
New Year in Paris
3 countries \ 4 days \ from US$515 per person
There’s so much to see in Paris, so get to know the chic French capital in depth this winter on this 4 day New Year's Eve package. See the city on an ‘Illuminations’ night tour, covering the must see sights! Take time to local as you try some authentic French cuisine, relax on a Seine River cruise or take in the city’s cultural side & dive into it’s many museums, galleries & cafes.
New Year in Amsterdam
3 countries \ 4 days \ from US$505 per person
Bring in the New Year in the free-wheeling city of Amsterdam. This 4 day New Year's Eve package means there’s plenty of time to get to know this cultural, café-filled & canal-lined city in depth this winter. Take time to explore before seeing in the New Year with some included drinks & snacks. There’s also an optional canal cruise as well as city tours, traditional Dutch dinners & more.
Mediterranean Highlights (Start Madrid)
5 countries \ 14 days \ from US$2105 per person
Kicking off in Madrid, this 2 week trip takes you to all the coastal Med hotspots. Flamenco dance in Barcelona, experience the glamorous French Riviera, enjoy the delights of Tuscany & walk in the footsteps of Emperors. Don't miss your picture at the Leaning Tower of Pisa!
Grand Southern (Start New York City)
1 country \ 26 days \ from US$3480 per person
Southern delicacies include chicken and ribs, biscuits and gravy, and more curiously, Elvis' favorite Graceland snack, a peanut butter and banana concoction. But here's food for thought: Our equally eclectic travel menu of mouth-watering southern destinations, nicely sandwiched between prime left- and right-coast stop-overs. Get a taste of Texas, full servings of Memphis and New Orleans, and a naughty nibble of Las Vegas, before a final bite in the Big Apple, New York City.
Grand Northern
2 countries \ 26 days \ from US$3615 per person
Travelling across 20 states & 2 Canadian provinces, you’ll really get to know America's North in just 26 days. Start in the Big Apple & jump north for a taste of the beauty & serenity of Canada. Head through America’s Great Lakes area, including Chicago, en route to Mt Rushmore & the American West. Drop south through national parks & see the Grand Canyon before hitting the high rollers scene in Vegas. From the spray of Niagara Falls to a hot air balloon over the mountains & valleys of Utah, this trip is guaranteed to thrill!
European Inspiration
10 countries \ 21 days \ from US$3255 per person
European Inspiration features a great combination of destinations - Berlin, Prague, Munich, Rome & Paris to name a few - plus a couple of nights in each place, giving you time to really explore each city. With a stopover in the Swiss Alps & plenty of awesome extras - this tour is one you won't want to miss.
Ultimate European plus Greek Islands
15 countries \ 47 days \ from US$6485 per person
THE Ultimate European experience! Visit 16 countries & hit up all the major European destinations in the first half of the tour. Then relax & chill in the stunning Greek Islands with a cocktail. The second half of the tour is all about uncharted territory before exploring Germany, Switzerland & the Netherlands. After this, your hardest decision will be finding somewhere new to visit for your next trip!


