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Festival tours

What comes to mind when you hear ‘festival’? Live music? Food stalls? Good vibes with your fave people? At Contiki, our festival tours are made for every kind of traveller - from stein-clinking at Oktoberfest to welcoming the New Year by the Eiffel Tower. This is festival travel done right: accommodation sorted, crew of 18-35s ready to have a good time, and zero stress.

Top festival tours

Spectacular fireworks exploding over the main stage at Ultra Music Festival in Split Croatia at night - Contiki Croatia Sail & Ultra Music Festival Tour
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Croatia Sail & Ultra Music Festival
The one that lets you cruise the Dalmatian Coastline from Split to Dubrovnik, then finishes on a high at the Ultra Music Festival with Festigo Travel

Wanna sail Croatia’s sparkling seas by day and lose yourself in world-class beats by night? We’ve partnered with Festigo Travel to make it happen. Kick things off by island hopping from the ancient hamlets of Hvar to the Venetian streets of Korčula and Dubrovnik’s iconic Old Town (all aboard our very own premium, air-conditioned sail-boat!), soaking up the sun and drifting under cloudless skies. Then cap it all off with a 3-day Ultra Music Festival pass - think lasers, beats, and the ultimate party high. Trust us, it doesn't get better than this.

10 Days

1 Country

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£1,973

Large crowd watching a live performance on the main stage at MTN Bushfire Festival in Eswatini with dramatic blue stage lighting at night - Contiki Kruger Safari & Bushfire Festival
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Kruger Safari & Bushfire Festival
The one that whisks you from Cape Town’s coast to Kruger’s safari park, topped off with the Bushfire Festival.

Wanna experience the best of South Africa? And then finish up with an iconic music festival? From taking in Cape Town’s stunning coastline (atop Table Mountain!), to spotting the Big 5 in Africa’s top wildlife destinations - this trip hits all the right notes. Plus, you’ll spend 3 nights vibing at the Bushfire Festival (passes included!) & glamping under the stars. Get ready for Southern Africa’s greatest hits wrapped into 9 unforgettable days.

9 Days

2 Countries

From

£1,774

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St Patrick's Day
The one that sees you go green for Ireland’s biggest party

The Irish day that captures the world! Dust off your green get-up, prime your palate for Guinness, & get ready for cultural festivities like no other. With your days jam packed with parades, concerts, city explorations and general amok running, you'll be glad to rest your head in the comfort of a hotel each night. You're just left to get in the spirit!

4 Days

1 Country

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£785

Packed Oktoberfest beer hall tent with ornate vaulted ceiling and thousands of revellers at long wooden tables in Munich Germany - Contiki Oktoberfest Tour
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Oktoberfest
Steins up, spirits high: Welcome to the world's biggest Bavarian party. 

This is Munich, Germany, with main stage energy. Don your dirndl and lederhosen for two huge days of steins, pork knuckles, carnival rides and tent hopping at the world's largest beer festival. You'll get seamless access, big Bavarian vibes and new mates, with local-led exploring opportunities and zero planning stress. Just show up, say 'Prost' and let Oktoberfest — the world's most iconic party - do the rest. 

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Group of four young travellers laughing in the snow at a festive Christmas market at night - Contiki German Christmas Markets Tour

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German Christmas Markets
The one that give you all the festive feels, in seven wonderful days exploring the Christmas Markets of Germany

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.

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£915

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Contiki travellers joining the famous Edinburgh Hogmanay Torchlight Procession with thousands of torch-bearing revellers outside the Royal Scottish Academy at night

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Edinburgh for Hogmanay (NYE)
The one that gives you 5 days of vibrant Scottish festivities, kicking off in Edinburgh

Scotland for New Year's: now THIS is a thing. One of the world's biggest parties, your Hogmanay hiatus comes complete with rides, live music, and a Winter Wonderland complete with ice-skating rink.

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£526

£584

Two young women photographing New Year's Eve fireworks display in Paris France at night - Contiki Paris New Year's Eve Tour
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Paris for New Year
The one that brings in the new year in the City of Love - with cobblestoned streets, river cruising and more

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.

4 Days

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£525

Sziget Festival main stage at dusk in Budapest Hungary with illuminated logo and red swirl stage design - Contiki Europe Festival Tour
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Sziget Festival Road Trip
The one that travels from Berlin to Budapest to end at one of Europe’s coolest festivals

Oh Europe, you sure know how to put on a music festival! & our latest favourite is Budapest's island take over of Sziget - Island of Freedom. Music, art, performances and forest vibes will have you swooning. To really light up the experience we get the party started in Berlin a few days early, making stops to explore Prague & Vienna before making tracks for Hungary.

10 Days

4 Countries

From

£1,535

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Live band performing on stage with dramatic pink and purple lighting to a large crowd at Rhythm and Alps music festival in New Zealand - Contiki NZ Festival Tour

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Rhythm & Alps Festival
The one that gives you a New Year mini break in Queenstown, with VIP festival access and Alpine scenery

Want to spend New Year in NZ's adventure capital, with VIP perks? Look no further, Queenstown is calling with this 4-day trip for a New Year to remember. With a pass to one of the country's most epic festivals, plus a bit of glamping, you'll ring in the New Year in style.

4 Days

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£400

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New Year's Eve fireworks lighting up the night sky over the illuminated Magere Brug bridge reflected in the Amstel River in Amsterdam Netherlands - Contiki Amsterdam New Year's Eve Tour

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Amsterdam for New Year
The one that sees you kick off The New Year in one of Europe’s cities

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.

4 Days

3 Countries

From

£608

£675

Spectacular fireworks exploding over the main stage at Ultra Music Festival in Split Croatia at night - Contiki Croatia Sail & Ultra Music Festival Tour
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Croatia Sail & Ultra Music Festival
The one that lets you cruise the Dalmatian Coastline from Split to Dubrovnik, then finishes on a high at the Ultra Music Festival with Festigo Travel

Wanna sail Croatia’s sparkling seas by day and lose yourself in world-class beats by night? We’ve partnered with Festigo Travel to make it happen. Kick things off by island hopping from the ancient hamlets of Hvar to the Venetian streets of Korčula and Dubrovnik’s iconic Old Town (all aboard our very own premium, air-conditioned sail-boat!), soaking up the sun and drifting under cloudless skies. Then cap it all off with a 3-day Ultra Music Festival pass - think lasers, beats, and the ultimate party high. Trust us, it doesn't get better than this.

10 Days

1 Country

From

£1,973

Large crowd watching a live performance on the main stage at MTN Bushfire Festival in Eswatini with dramatic blue stage lighting at night - Contiki Kruger Safari & Bushfire Festival
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Kruger Safari & Bushfire Festival
The one that whisks you from Cape Town’s coast to Kruger’s safari park, topped off with the Bushfire Festival.

Wanna experience the best of South Africa? And then finish up with an iconic music festival? From taking in Cape Town’s stunning coastline (atop Table Mountain!), to spotting the Big 5 in Africa’s top wildlife destinations - this trip hits all the right notes. Plus, you’ll spend 3 nights vibing at the Bushfire Festival (passes included!) & glamping under the stars. Get ready for Southern Africa’s greatest hits wrapped into 9 unforgettable days.

9 Days

2 Countries

From

£1,774

Traveller drinking a pint of Guinness at the Guinness Storehouse rooftop bar overlooking the Dublin city skyline - Contiki St Patrick's Day Festival Tour Ireland
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St Patrick's Day
The one that sees you go green for Ireland’s biggest party

The Irish day that captures the world! Dust off your green get-up, prime your palate for Guinness, & get ready for cultural festivities like no other. With your days jam packed with parades, concerts, city explorations and general amok running, you'll be glad to rest your head in the comfort of a hotel each night. You're just left to get in the spirit!

4 Days

1 Country

From

£785

Packed Oktoberfest beer hall tent with ornate vaulted ceiling and thousands of revellers at long wooden tables in Munich Germany - Contiki Oktoberfest Tour
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Oktoberfest
Steins up, spirits high: Welcome to the world's biggest Bavarian party. 

This is Munich, Germany, with main stage energy. Don your dirndl and lederhosen for two huge days of steins, pork knuckles, carnival rides and tent hopping at the world's largest beer festival. You'll get seamless access, big Bavarian vibes and new mates, with local-led exploring opportunities and zero planning stress. Just show up, say 'Prost' and let Oktoberfest — the world's most iconic party - do the rest. 

4 Days

1 Country

From

£725

You Save £132

Group of four young travellers laughing in the snow at a festive Christmas market at night - Contiki German Christmas Markets Tour

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German Christmas Markets
The one that give you all the festive feels, in seven wonderful days exploring the Christmas Markets of Germany

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.

7 Days

1 Country

From

£915

£1,016

You Save £58

Contiki travellers joining the famous Edinburgh Hogmanay Torchlight Procession with thousands of torch-bearing revellers outside the Royal Scottish Academy at night

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Edinburgh for Hogmanay (NYE)
The one that gives you 5 days of vibrant Scottish festivities, kicking off in Edinburgh

Scotland for New Year's: now THIS is a thing. One of the world's biggest parties, your Hogmanay hiatus comes complete with rides, live music, and a Winter Wonderland complete with ice-skating rink.

5 Days

1 Country

From

£526

£584

Two young women photographing New Year's Eve fireworks display in Paris France at night - Contiki Paris New Year's Eve Tour
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Paris for New Year
The one that brings in the new year in the City of Love - with cobblestoned streets, river cruising and more

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.

4 Days

2 Countries

From

£525

Sziget Festival main stage at dusk in Budapest Hungary with illuminated logo and red swirl stage design - Contiki Europe Festival Tour
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Sziget Festival Road Trip
The one that travels from Berlin to Budapest to end at one of Europe’s coolest festivals

Oh Europe, you sure know how to put on a music festival! & our latest favourite is Budapest's island take over of Sziget - Island of Freedom. Music, art, performances and forest vibes will have you swooning. To really light up the experience we get the party started in Berlin a few days early, making stops to explore Prague & Vienna before making tracks for Hungary.

10 Days

4 Countries

From

£1,535

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Live band performing on stage with dramatic pink and purple lighting to a large crowd at Rhythm and Alps music festival in New Zealand - Contiki NZ Festival Tour

You Save £20

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Rhythm & Alps Festival
The one that gives you a New Year mini break in Queenstown, with VIP festival access and Alpine scenery

Want to spend New Year in NZ's adventure capital, with VIP perks? Look no further, Queenstown is calling with this 4-day trip for a New Year to remember. With a pass to one of the country's most epic festivals, plus a bit of glamping, you'll ring in the New Year in style.

4 Days

1 Country

From

£400

£420

You Save £67

New Year's Eve fireworks lighting up the night sky over the illuminated Magere Brug bridge reflected in the Amstel River in Amsterdam Netherlands - Contiki Amsterdam New Year's Eve Tour

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Amsterdam for New Year
The one that sees you kick off The New Year in one of Europe’s cities

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.

4 Days

3 Countries

From

£608

£675

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Find your tribe

Don’t have a festival crew? No worries. On these festival tours for 18-35s, you'll travel with fun and friendly people from around the world.

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All vibes, no stress

Booking transport and accommodation during peak festival season? Hard pass. Lucky for you, we’ve got it all sorted. Your job? Focus on the fun.

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Double the fun

Festivals are epic. But we go beyond the stage. You'll explore the city, dive into its history, and try local food too - best of both worlds.

Festival tour reviews

"It was great fun...if you are interested in going to the festival by yourself definitely do this trip, you will meet amazing people along the way that you will have the best time with and will become life long friends! "

Zoe

"Every penny was worth it. Our guide planned everything perfectly; the tours, the dinners, the extra activities, and even the best places and times to see special monuments."

Kendra

"Great service, and very welcoming. Great bunch of people, and very good for the single traveler. Would definitely use again!"

Graham
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The festivals you know, plus a few you don't

St Paddy’s Day. Christmas. New Year (or Hogmanay). These festival tours cover all the big calendar events. But we don’t stop there. How about four beery days at Oktoberfest in Munich, or a Euro adventure that ends at Hungary’s epic Sziget Festival? Big, local, or legendary – we’ve got you.

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Social? Oh yeah. Stressful? No way.

With Contiki, festival travel is all about the vibes (not the logistics). We’re talking VIP access to the Rhythm & Alps in NZ, Oktoberfest with locally-guided tours or Amsterdam canal cruises to ring in the new year all sorted. And your crew? An awesome group of like-minded 18-35s. Your job = just show up (in your best fit).

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