The one that fits in the best of Europe’s icons for those short on time
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DISCOVER OUR EUROPE TRIPS
Our Europe trips are an epic adventure and a journey through time. So, how do you make sure you fit in all the best bits for your Europe adventure? Our trips include all the stuff you’d usually have to sort while you’re there, like accommodation, entry to tourist attractions, food and even island-hopping cruises. That’ll leave you with way more time to enjoy your experience (and make friends along the way!) Because at Contiki, we believe social travel is the best way to see the world. Explore our selection below and pick your favorite Europe trip.
Top Europe trips
4.7
Iconic Essentials
European Trail
23 Days
21 Places
12 Countries
The one that trails through Europe’s bucket list musts & lesser known secrets
$3,465 pp
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$2,945
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4.7
Iconic Essentials
European Whirl
18 Days
16 Places
9 Countries
The one that combines history, adventure, natural beauty, food and fun times over 18 days
$3,415 pp
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$2,732
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4.6
In-Depth Explorer
Italian Espresso
10 Days
12 Places
2 Countries
The one that gives you La Dolce Vita over 10 days in Italy’s most bellissimo cities
$2,279 pp
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$1,937
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4.4
Sailing
Croatia Island Sail
8 Days
6 Places
1 Country
The one that sees you cruise the Dalmatian Coast & discover Hvar, Split and Dubrovnik aboard a sail boat
$1,625 pp
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$1,311
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4.8
In-Depth Explorer
Fire and Ice
6 Days
4 Places
1 Country
The one that explores the best of Iceland’s natural beauty
$2,115 pp
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$1,904
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4.7
In-Depth Explorer
Scandinavia
12 Days
9 Places
3 Countries
The one that goes in-depth in stunning Scandinavia in under 2 weeks
$2,640 pp
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$2,244
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4.7
Iconic Essentials
European Quest
25 Days
26 Places
10 Countries
The one that does a 25 day loop combining Europe’s icons & Mediterranean cool featuring Capri & San Sebastian
$3,839 pp
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$3,263
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Popular
4.7
Discoverer
European Encounter
16 Days
18 Places
9 Countries
The one that ticks off highlight European cities over 16 days
$3,125 pp
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$2,656
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4.7
Discoverer
European Discovery
12 Days
14 Places
8 Countries
The one that uncovers Europe’s finest in just under 2 weeks, complete with Bavarian beer and gondola rides
$2,475 pp
From
$2,104
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4.6
Iconic Essentials
Greek Island Hopping
11 Days
5 Places
1 Country
The one that gives you the ultimate Greek Island experience exploring Mykonos, Paros, Santorini and Ios
$2,415 pp
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$2,174
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4.7
Discoverer
European Magic
9 Days
10 Places
7 Countries
The one that gives you a taste of Europe’s highlights for those tight on time
$1,825 pp
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$1,551
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4.5
In-Depth Explorer
Simply Italy
15 Days
16 Places
1 Country
The one that gives you 15 days of pure Italian bliss
$2,845 pp
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$2,418
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4.7
In-Depth Explorer
Ireland
8 Days
9 Places
2 Countries
The one that gives you a week long full Irish experience
$1,715 pp
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$1,458
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4.6
Ski & Snowboard
Austria Ski - 1 week
9 Days
2 Places
2 Countries
The one that whisks you from London for a week in the powdery Austrian Alps
$580 pp
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$493
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5
In-Depth Explorer
Best of Spain and Portugal
22 Days
23 Places
2 Countries
The one that's 22 days of in-depth exploration in sun-drenched Spain & Portugal
$2,726 pp
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$2,317
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Explore the magnificent Louvre
Paris, France
Calling all art fanatics, The Louvre is a piece of art in itself, but what sits inside is even richer. The former royal palace and glass Louvre pyramid plays as the world’s largest art museum, holding around 38,000 objects all the way from prehistory to the 21st century.
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Take a trip down the Grand Canal
Venice, Italy
Venice and gondolas are an absolute must when travelling Italy and the dolce vita life doesn’t get much better than laying back and taking in the Renaissance and Gothic architecture lined along a city which is situated across 118 small islands.
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Take in the view from The London Eye
London, England
No European trip is complete without ticking of London, UK. And what better way to see the sights than from up above? The London Eye provides panoramic views of this magical city and all its architectural diversity.
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Visit The Guinness Storehouse
Dublin, Ireland
Ireland, the land of rugby, dancing, charm and beer, in particular Guinness. Delve into the history of Ireland's most famous export at The Guinness Storehouse. A beer which is the largest brewer in the world deserves to be explored, whilst having a few pints of course.
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Tapas in Seville
Spain
Seville’s rich culinary roots make it one of the top places to munch your way around whilst you travel to Europe. And tapas is a Spanish cuisine which Seville nails. These delectable dishes are the perfect finger food with everything from olives to cold meats, cheeses and patatas bravas, all swirled down with a jug of sangria of course.
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Party in Ibiza
Spain
Beach clubs, DJs, and day parties don’t get much bigger than this. This sun-kissed island knows a thing or two when it comes to partying from sunset to sunrise, expect non-stop anthems and summer vibes at Europe’s hottest party spot
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Take in the picturesque beauty of Santorini
Greece
Looking for a trip to Europe that combines beach bliss and buzzing nightlife? Santorini is your answer! This Greek island has white Cycladic houses that line the cliff tops and provide as one of the most Instagram worthy backdrops around.
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Lake District National Park
Cumbria, England
Looking for some downtime in the English countryside? It doesn’t get much more chilled than The Lake Districts endless rolling hills, ideal for mountain walks and pub lunches.
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Marvel at the waterfalls in Skaftafell Park
Skaftafell, Iceland
Iceland’s national parks and natural landscapes are never ending. Skaftafell is a national park which holds huge glaciers including Skaftafellsjökull, a formidable waterfall set amongst the tranquil wilderness.
Things to do in Europe
Want a teaser on some of the activities we’ve got in store for you? Our trips around Europe are all about the experiences, here are just a few to wet your appetite…
Why travel to Europe with Contiki
You’ll immerse yourself properly into every place you visit. Whether it’s Berlin’s illuminating history or the quaint villages of Santorini, you’ll explore with a local guide who knows their stuff and loves what they do. You’ll expand your horizons and see new ways of living with unique experiences, like learning to be a Gondolieri in Venice or dining in a restaurant that supports refugees in Austria. But Contiki is about more than the destination. It’s about the people, AKA your Contiki crew. Who you’ll build amazing connections with from the very first coach ride, and maybe even become BFFs for life.
Discover more about our Europe trips
Places we visit in Europe
Vienna
Hopfgarten
Brussels
Prague
Copenhagen
London
Helsinki
Nice
Paris
Berlin
Munich
Rhine Valley
Santorini
Athens
Corfu
Mykonos
Budapest
Dublin
Amalfi Coast
Capri
Florence
Milan
Pompeii
Rome
Venice
Amsterdam
Oslo
Porto
Lisbon
Edinburgh
Madrid
Barcelona
Iberian Peninsula
Ibiza
Geneva
Lucerne
Swiss Alps
Istanbul
Izmir
Countries we visit in Europe
Albania
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
England
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Montenegro
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Scotland
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
UK
Other regions
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