Bank holiday breaks

This is Croatia from the water. Spend 8 days sailing from Split through Hvar, Korčula, Dubrovnik, Trstenik and Makarska, where Adriatic swims, sun decks, white-stone streets and beach-to-bay days come with the territory.

Not afraid of frocking up in a kilt and jumping on the bagpipes? Perhaps you've got some Scottish blood! And lucky you if you do. Home to mystical castles, glorious highlands and enough whisky to booze the Loch Ness Monster, you'll be head over heels with all things Scottish by the time your week of adventure here is up.

4 capitals. 1 week. This Eastern Euro express takes you from Amsterdam’s canals to Berlin’s buzz & Prague’s fairytale core to Vienna’s high-glam charm. Expect windmills, war stories, waltzes - and a whirlwind of culture, carbs and cobblestone streets. It’s history meets modern mischief, all packed into 8 days of magical moments.

Step into the ancient world of Egypt and discover the Great Pyramids. Experience the captivating chaos of Cairo, spend 3 nights gently floating down the river Nile in a traditional river cruise boat and have the chance to embark on a Red Sea cruise. A trip to Egypt with Contiki will ensure you have a trip to remember.

Linger longer on this 7-day Tuscany trip, where every detail tells a story. Breathe in the scent of a generational olive orchard at Casale Polegri, savour ruby-red Chianti after a bike ride through the vineyards, and craft your own custom leather keepsake in a Florentine workshop. From the medieval magic of Siena and the quiet piazzas of Lucca to the Renaissance beauty of Florence and the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, this is Tuscany, Italy at its most unhurried, authentic and alive. 

Canals lit by fairy-lights and a sparkly town square are sure to make you feel warm and fuzzy inside. This is just the start of Christmas in Amsterdam. Make tracks out of London and enjoy the festivities and winter wonderland that is a traditional European Christmas.

Ready for the most wonderful time of the year? Jump on board for one of Europe's most festive destinations, Germany, for this Contiki trip that takes in Christmas markets in six different cities. Fill your stocking with traditional and handmade gifts from local market stalls while sipping steaming mulled wine, nibbling on gingerbread and exploring cobbled streets, Bavarian beer halls and gothic architecture, and soak up the nostalgic yuletide atmosphere and old-world charm of dancing lights, Christmas trees and guaranteed good vibes on this 7-day celebration of all things Christmas.

Carve one of the world's biggest ski regions in this seriously scenic Austrian Alps adventure. You'll head to Contiki's Haus Schöneck in Hopfgarten, your cosy base for 4 days of hitting the slopes and all the winter action. Get ready for huge ski days, a local-led ski safari and Salzburg side quests, followed by sauna sessions, schnapps tasting and party nights. Think high altitude, high energy.

If New York is the city that never sleeps, then Amsterdam is the city that never forgets to throw a good New Year's. With 4 days on your side you'll uncover the hidden clubs, find the best cafes and have plenty of time to enjoy the endless cuteness of the city in between festivities.

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 a morning tour, covering the must see sights! Take time to do as the the locals do 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.