Wanna experience the ultimate collision of history & modernity? Then you’ve gotta visit Eastern Europe! Strolling the electrifying streets of Berlin, cruising the glorious rivers of Prague & Budapest, visiting sombre historical sites in Latvia – every place in you’ll see on our Eastern Europe tours will leave a long-lasting impression.
And don’t worry about choosing the right place to stay, booking transport on your own or even picking the perfect experience to do – our expert Local Guides & Trip Managers will sort it all out for you. Come check out the highlights of our Eastern Europe tours below.
Learn from the locals
Our Eastern Europe trips for 18-35s are packed with guided tours (with expert Local Guides, ofc) of all the cities on your bucket list.
Navigation? No worries.
We’ll take care of your transport & stays. The only thing you’ll be worrying about is which cobblestoned street to explore first.
Epic experiences
From cruising through Prague & Budapest on a boat, to alternative walking tours & traditional dinners, you’ll experience the best of Eastern Europe in the best way possible.
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Take in a different view of the “Paris of the East” from the river Danube while cruising past night-time Budapest. Paired with a delicious Hungarian dinner & drinks.
Reflect on the tragedies of the past with a solemn visit to the largest concentration camp in World War II. It’s a must-see when you visit Eastern Europe for its haunting history.
Walk through the winding cobbled streets of one of the best places to visit in Eastern Europe and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views. Trdelník in hand if you like!
Heads up culture vultures. You’ll have the chance to check out the longest open-air gallery in the world on your trip to Eastern Europe with Contiki.
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clear searchSpring (April to June) and fall (September to November) are the sweet spots - perfect weather, fewer tourists (and lower prices too!). Summer’s great for festivals, and beautiful natural scenery. And winter? Expect freezing temps, but also lots of skiing!
Summers are warm & dry (18 to 28 °C or 65° - 82° F), winters are freezing (almost always below 0°C in most places) and spring and fall are the goldilocks seasons. Eastern Europe’s weather loves surprises. So, you’ve got to wing it most times.
Your visa requirements can change according to your citizenship. Check out our handy Visa Guide for all the info you need on visas and other travel requirements around the world.
No need to panic. ATMs are everywhere, even in small towns. Just make sure your bank card is travel-friendly and ready to tango with local currencies.
It depends on where you wanna go, and what you wanna see. Usually, around 2 weeks are enough if you wanna tick off the major cities & towns like Prague, Budapest & Vienna. But a deep dive into every country will easily take you more than that.
Generally, tipping 10-15% is appreciated, but check the bill, coz sometimes it’s included.
In most places, yes. Stick to bottled water in rural areas just to be safe. But in big cities like Prague or Budapest, tap water is good to go.
Yup. Most major cities have fast, reliable Wi-Fi, and many cafés and public spaces offer free internet. You might hit slower speeds in rural areas. (It’s a good reason to unplug...)
Some parts are super progressive, like Prague and Tallinn, but LGBTQIA+ rights and acceptance can vary by country. It’s a mixed bag, so check local laws and customs before you go to ensure a smooth trip.
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