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The one that takes you through Alpine vistas, the charming sights of Italy and the elegant energy of the East in 23 jaw-dropping days

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  • Duration

    23 days

  • Countries

    11 Countries

  • Meals

    22 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners

  • Transport Style

    Coach

  • Group Size

    Average 25 people

  • Team

    Expert Trip Manager, Driver and Local Guides

London, Paris, Lucerne, Milan, Rome, Florence, Venice, Hopfgarten, Vienna, Prague, Krakow, Warsaw, Berlin, Amsterdam, Dover, Calais, Vatican City, Auschwitz, Belgium

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About this trip

With all the highlights of Europe combined into one enchanting adventure, this is the trip for travellers who want to fall in love with Europe. Journeying through the dreamy Swiss and Austrian Alps, the charming vistas of Italy and the edgy energy of the East, if there’s one trip to open your eyes to the magic of Europe, it’s this one.

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Map & Itinerary

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Nights spent per location

  1. London

  2. via via

    Dover

  3. via via

    Calais

  4. 2 2 nights

    Paris

  5. 2 2 nights

    Lucerne

  6. 1 1 night

    Milan

  7. 2 2 nights

    Rome

  8. via via

    Vatican City

  9. 1 1 night

    Florence

  10. 1 1 night

    Venice

  11. 2 2 nights

    Hopfgarten

  12. 1 1 night

    Vienna

  13. 2 2 nights

    Prague

  14. 2 2 nights

    Krakow

  15. via via

    Auschwitz

  16. 2 2 nights

    Warsaw

  17. 2 2 nights

    Berlin

  18. 2 2 nights

    Amsterdam

  19. via via

    Belgium

  20. via via

    Calais

  21. via via

    Dover

  22. London

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DAY 1 - London to Paris via Dover and Calais

London

Welcome to the first day of the best trip of your life - we’re calling it early! After a few pleasantries in London, we’ll get the show on the road with Paris in our sights.

Dover

A few hours in and your jaws are on the floor already. These chalk cliffs that edge the English coastline are known as the White Cliffs of Dover, the first of many natural beauties we’ll see on our trip.

Calais

After we ferry across the English Channel for France we’ll arrive in Calais, where we will take in the history of World War 1 battlefields in the Valley of the Somme.

Paris

Kicking off night one, we arrive in none other than the lust-worthy Paris! It's straight down to business with tickets to the observation deck of the Montparnasse Tower.

Stay

Ibis Porte d’Italie (or similar)

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Take a dreamy nighttime tour of the 'city of lights', Paris

  • Get a panoramic view of Paris from the Montparnasse Tower

DAY 2 - Paris

Paris

Pastries, paintings, perfume - Paris is ours! First we’ll visit the glamorous Fragonard perfumery for a lesson in the olfactory arts, then the time is yours to roam tree-lined quartiers, explore Notre Dame Cathedral, hunt for vintage treasures in Le Marais, or get arty in the galleries of the Louvre. Can you believe it’s our last night together? You’ll have the chance to make it count with can-can girls & champagne over dinner at an optional Nouvelle Eve cabaret show.


Stay

Ibis Porte d’Italie (or similar)

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Visit a French Perfumery in Paris to learn about the secrets of the perfume trade through an olfactory journey

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Watch performers whirl by as you sip champagne and eat traditional French food

    EUR 124.00

DAY 3 - Paris to Lucerne

Paris

We’ll tear ourselves away from Paris today, with one more croissant for the road. Taking the scenic route, we’ll cruise past the picturesque vineyards of Burgundy before arriving in luscious Lucerne.

Lucerne

Switzerland, we have arrived! Cameras at the ready, we’ll get clued up with Swiss life as we discover the charming Chapel Bridge and the fascinating Lion Monument. All that sightseeing has given us an appetite, and our hotel dinner will see us dine on Swiss culinary delights.

Stay

Ibis Budget Luzern (or similar)

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • See Chablis & Burgundy vineyards

  • See the Wooden Chapel Bridge & Lion Monument in Lucerne

DAY 4 - Lucerne

Lucerne

A whole day to enjoy Lucerne - when did we get so lucky? In a land inundated with irresistible chocolate and breathtaking natural wonder, our options are endless. Test out your yodelling abilities at the top of the Swiss Alps complete with a folklore show, keep it chill with a Lake Cruise or simply gorge on cheese fondue, the choice is yours.

Stay

Ibis Budget Luzern (or similar)

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Breathe in fresh alpine air as you ascend Mt. Pilatus for spectacular views of the Swiss Alps

    EUR 54.00

  • Take a cruise along the glittering Lake Lucerne, framed by the Swiss Alps

    EUR 25.00

  • Swiss Fondue Lunch & Show (Show operates summer only)

    EUR 43.00

DAY 5 - Lucerne to Milan

Lucerne

It’s time to wrap up our Swiss fantasy and cross the Alps chain to the fashion capital of Milan. As if insta-worthy mountain vistas weren’t gobsmackingly beautiful enough for you, we’ll also be passing the celebrity hotspot of Lake Como before arriving in Milan.

Milan

Ciao Bella! We’ll throw down our anchor here in super-chic Milan, where Italy’s fashionistas and divas alike come to strut their stuff. We’ll tick off some bucket list sights with a visit to the famous Milan Duomo, Galleria and La Scala.

Stay

BB Hotel Sesto Milano (or similar)

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Walk through time with a city tour of Milan and see the Duomo, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II & La Scala Opera House in Milan

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Dine on Italian family recipes in the homes of locals with EatWith, Milan

    EUR 35.00

DAY 6 - Milan to Rome

Milan

Up and at ‘em, travellers - this morning we wave goodbye to Milan and hit the road, our sights set for the Italian capital of Rome.

Rome

No need to pinch yourself, you’re really here in Rome, also known as the eternal city. First thing’s first; drop off our bags and hunt down some authentic Italian gelato, fuelling us for an afternoon of exploring. With a special access Rome sightseeing tour, we’ll jump the queues and get up close and personal with the city’s famous monuments.

Stay

3-4 Star Hotel

DAY 7 - Rome

Rome

Rise and shine, Rome awaits us! Today will be a whirlwind of Roman architecture and bucket list sights as we uncover all of Rome’s key features, from the Colosseum to St Peters Basilica, and even the Vatican City. Not enough? There’s also the option to head back in time and discover Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators.
 

Stay

3-4 Star Hotel

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Walk in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors at the Colosseum and Roman Forum

    EUR 45.00

  • Witness Renaissance masterpieces on a guided tour of the holy Vatican City, the smallest country in the world

    EUR 41.00

DAY 8 - Rome to Florence

Rome

With our bellies full of gelato and our camera memories full of gorgeous snaps, we’ll bid ‘ciao’ to Bella Roma and journey north to Florence, Tuscany’s capital.

Florence

Ah, Florence. If there was anywhere in Italy to experience la dolce vita, it’s here. We’ll get the low down on what’s what in this sun-kissed Italian gem on an included walking tour of the city with a local expert, with plenty of free time to explore and shop in between. Tonight, we’ll let our taste buds discover the city with an optional Tuscan dinner.

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria on a locally guided walking tour of Florence

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Tuscan Evening

    EUR 46.00

DAY 9 - Florence to Venice

Florence

Florence, you’ve been a dream, but today will see us push on to the romantic city of Venice, crossing over the breathtaking Apennine mountain range on the journey.

Venice

We’ll arrive in Venice in high spirits, ready to take on the city. We’ll jump right in, catching a motoscaffi across the canals to the main island for an afternoon of exploring its unique Venetian charm. Enjoy the best food Venice has to offer with an optional Cicchetti & Wine walking tour, enjoying Venetian style tapas. Or, you can opt for a quintessentially Venetian experience to gain a new vantage point of the city on a gondola ride.

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Take a traditional Motoscafo across the iconic lagoon to the island of Venice

  • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square

  • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Glide down the canals of Venice on a traditional Gondola

    EUR 26.00

  • Eat cicchetti in local bars and learn about the culinary traditions of Venice

    EUR 44.00

DAY 10 - Venice to Hopfgarten

Venice

Oh Italy, we miss you already - but Austria calls. We’ll head north to the Austrian Alps, passing the Dolomites as we cruise to the adventure sports mecca of the Austrian Tyrol.

Hopfgarten

Take in that sweet, clean mountain air - that’s what we’ll be inhaling for the next few days here in Austria. Get stuck into the adventure spirit with an optional white water rafting adventure, or keep it cosy as you take in the mountain panoramas in charming Hopfgarten.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Feel the unique thrill of White Water Rafting in the stunning Austrian Alps

    EUR 50.00

DAY 11 - Hopfgarten

Hopfgarten

Today is ours to enjoy all of the outdoor delights that the Austrian Tyrol has to offer. Spend the day getting physical on an optional mountain biking sesh, topped off with a filling BBQ lunch to refuel you. For the daredevils, the afternoon could even see you paragliding across the mountain panoramas. However you choose to spend the day, we’ll regroup with a hearty hotel dinner in the evening.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Bike along the vibrant green trails of the Austrian Alps followed by a BBQ at our Gasthof

    EUR 33.00

  • Soar over the spectacular Austrian Alps on a exhilarating paragliding experience

    EUR 132.00

DAY 12 - Hopfgarten to Vienna

Hopfgarten

We’ve fallen in love with your scenic beauty, but it’s time to say goodbye. Next up, we travel east to Vienna, a city full of culture and vibrancy.

Vienna

Here in Vienna, we’ll be greeted by Baroque streetscapes and trendy coffee shops, it’ll be pretty hard not to fall in love instantly. With so much to do and see we’ll take a city tour, sailing Sachertorte’s as we go. An optional dinner and classical concert will see us spend the evening in high spirits.

Stay

A&O Hauptbahnhof (or similar)

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road of Vienna & see St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Experience Austria’s cultural heritage with a Mozart & Strauss concert

    EUR 32.50

DAY 13 - Vienna to Prague

Vienna

Time to wrap it up in Austria, the Czech Republic is on the horizon. We’ll journey through the quaint countryside to the enigmatic city of Prague.

Prague

Straight off the bat, Prague will serve us eastern fairytale vibes with its castles, churches and cobblestone streets. We’ll get orientated with a walking tour, instantly blown away by beautiful bridges, rivers and gothic architecture. Tonight, we’ll discover Prague after dark and enjoy the city’s famous nightlife.

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Take a guided walking tour through the winding cobbled streets of Prague and the grand Prague Castle District

DAY 14 - Prague

Prague

With a full day to loiter, expect an entire photo album of Gothic architecture, market antiques & you cheers-ing local beer; not to mention life! We'll explore the city one of our favourite ways today, by bike, with our Local Guide to show us all the sights and sounds of this epic spot including the Charles Bridge, St Vitus Cathedral and city spots that have put this Eastern city on the map (Summer Departures only). Tonight choose to get up close to Czech culture with a live music performance & traditional dancing over dinner and drinks. live music performance & traditional dancing.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Explore the cobbled streets of Prague on two wheels with a city bike tour (Summer Departures Only)

    EUR 23.50

  • Taste beers & Czech out some of Prague’s best beers on a craft beer tour

    EUR 29.00

  • Enjoy an authentic Czech evening with traditional music, dancing & dinner

    EUR 32.00

DAY 15 - Prague to Krakow

Prague

Saying goodbye is never easy, but Prague you sure knew how to show us a good time. Today, we’re off to Poland, bound for the Polish gem of Krakow.

Krakow

From one fairytale city to another, we’ll roll up to Krakow, ready to take on Poland. We’ll keep it chill today, roaming the charming streets of the city centre and taking in the historical sites.

DAY 16 - Krakow

Krakow

Good morning Poland! Today is all about getting up close and personal with Krakow life. We’ll cover the basics on our included sightseeing tour in the morning, and you have a free afternoon to stroll the charming streets of Krakow. Check out Kazimierz, the UNESCO-listed Old Town & historic Jewish Quarter with its jumble of street art, vintage markets, crumbling cafes & 14th century synagogue.  An optional Pierogi making class will keep us entertained into the evening.

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Guided sightseeing of the cathedral & Royal Castle on Wawel Hill

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Learn how to make traditional Pierogi (Polish dumplings) followed by dinner

    EUR 32.00

DAY 17 - Krakow to Warsaw via Auschwitz

Krakow

Time to say ‘do widzenia’ to Krakow, and make our way to Warsaw, the capital of Poland.

 

Auschwitz

En route, we’ll stop off at the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp for a sobering reminder of Poland’s dark past.

Warsaw

After a full day of Polish cultural adventure, we’ll arrive in Warsaw and turn in for an early night. Tonight we take you to one of our favourite restaurants for a traditional feed, then you can rest up knowing we have all day tomorrow to get our Polish on. We’ll need all the energy we can muster to unearth this amazing city tomorrow.

 

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Take a moment to reflect on the tragedies of the 20th century at Auschwitz Concentration Camp

DAY 18 - Warsaw

Warsaw

Ready to discover Warsaw? Tragic bombings after the war have seen this city experience a re-birth, and it's packed with museums, a buzzing street art scene, and cool vibes dotted with a dose of random to keep us on our toes. Your local guide will give you the insider track as we take it all in on foot. A renowned musical city, keep your ears open day long and see what sound pleasures you also stumble upon. Tonight you’ll have free time for dinner, so Perogi (Polish dumplings) and a glass of compote somewhere within Warsaw's lively cafe scene should be on your agenda - just ask your Trip Manager for the best local hangs. 


INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • Take a locally guided tour of the richly historical city of Warsaw, Poland

DAY 19 - Warsaw to Berlin

Warsaw

Another day, another country. This time, we’ll set off from Poland and head for Germany, bound for the uber cool city of Berlin.

Berlin

Willkommen to Berlin! The city full of cool culture, edgy fashion, and irresistible street food. We’ll get the low down on a city tour, which will show us the city’s highlights, including the Berlin Wall and the Brandenburg Gate.

DAY 20 - Berlin

Berlin

It’ll be hard not to leap out of bed today knowing Berlin is ready and waiting to be explored. Today, we’ll learn more about the city’s fascinating history with a chance to do a Historical city walk. Not your jam? Why not opt for an epic view of the entire city, you will be amazed at how big Berlin is! Tonight, the night is yours to discover at your own pace, why not get some tips of some local nightlife spots from your Trip Manager - they are always in the know.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Discover Berlin's tumultuous past on a historical walking tour including the site of Hitler's bunker

    EUR 11.00

  • Experience the unique thrill of 'base-flying' off a building in Berlin (Summer Departures Only)

    EUR 65.00

DAY 21 - Berlin to Amsterdam

Berlin

We’ll journey out of Germany today and travel through the gloriously flat Netherlands with Amsterdam in our sights.

Amsterdam

We’ll get a taste for Dutch hospitality today as Amsterdam welcomes us with open arms. We’ll enjoy an included dinner before taking on the Dutch nightlife, known around the world as being vibrant and super fun, with something on the cards to cater to everyone’s taste. What are you waiting for?

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

  • See Amsterdam's canals & gable houses by night

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Get a unique perspective of Amsterdam on the enthralling A’DAM Lookout Tower & Swing with a drink

    EUR 22.00

DAY 22 - Amsterdam

Amsterdam

Amsterdam is cute as a button & sure to win your heart with its canals, obscure museums & a café culture like no other. Today use your time to get local, bar hop, museum crawl, and see what other tastes take your fancy, this place is famous for pancakes, frites and so much more. After exploring, you'll want to join your new Contiki family for an optional dinner at a local fishing village and maybe a few drinks aboard a cruise down the river. Could today get any better? 

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

  • Feast on a seafood or steak dinner in the Dutch fishing village of Volendam

    EUR 39.00

  • Enjoy Amsterdam from the water on a canal cruise with an on-board bar

    EUR 30.00

DAY 23 - Amsterdam to London

Amsterdam

It’s been one heck of a trip, but all good things must come to an end. Whether you’re ending the trip in Amsterdam or returning to London, we’ll say our goodbyes and swap deets. New adventures lie ahead!

Belgium

Calais

Dover

London

Top Experiences

16 included & 23 free time add-ons available to add later

  • Take a dreamy nighttime tour of the 'city of lights', Paris

    Included

    Paris

  • See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

    Included

    Lucerne

  • Walk in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors at the Colosseum and Roman Forum

    EUR 45.00

    Rome

  • Tuscan Evening

    EUR 46.00

    Florence

  • Experience Austria’s cultural heritage with a Mozart & Strauss concert

    EUR 32.50

    Vienna

  • Historical Walking Tour

    EUR 11.00

    Berlin

European Vistas (Summer)

16 Inclusions

Experiences that are included with your trip

  • Take a dreamy nighttime tour of the 'city of lights', Paris
  • Get a panoramic view of Paris from the Montparnasse Tower
  • Visit a French perfumery
  • See Chablis & Burgundy vineyards
  • See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
  • See the Duomo, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and La Scala Opera House in Milan
  • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria on a locally guided walking tour of Florence
  • Take a traditional Motoscafo across the iconic lagoon to the island of Venice
  • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square
  • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas
  • Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road of Vienna & see St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House
  • Take a guided walking tour through the winding cobbled streets of Prague
  • Guided sightseeing of the cathedral & Royal Castle on Wawel Hill
  • Take a moment to reflect on the tragedies of the 20th century at Auschwitz Concentration Camp
  • Take a locally guided tour of the richly historical city of Warsaw, Poland
  • See Amsterdam's canals & gable houses by night

23 Free Time Add-Ons

Optional experiences that you can choose from and pay for on your trip

  • Nouvelle Eve Dinner and Show EUR 124.00
  • Swiss Mountain EUR 54.00
  • Take a cruise along the glittering Lake Lucerne, framed by the Swiss Alps EUR 25.00
  • Stadtkeller Lunch EUR 43.00
  • Dine on Italian family recipes in the homes of locals with EatWith, Milan EUR 35.00
  • Walk in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors at the Colosseum and Roman Forum EUR 45.00
  • Witness Renaissance masterpieces on a guided tour of the holy Vatican City, the smallest country in the world EUR 41.00
  • Tuscan Evening EUR 46.00
  • Glide down the canals of Venice on a traditional gondola EUR 26.00
  • Eat cicchetti in local bars and learn about the culinary traditions of Venice EUR 44.00
  • Feel the unique thrill of White Water Rafting in the stunning Austrian Alps EUR 50.00
  • Bike along the vibrant green trails of the Austrian Alps followed by a BBQ at our Gasthof EUR 33.00
  • Paragliding EUR 132.00
  • Experience Austria’s cultural heritage with a Mozart & Strauss concert EUR 32.50
  • Explore the cobbled streets of Prague on two wheels with a city bike tour (Summer Departures Only) EUR 23.50
  • Microbrewery Tour EUR 29.00
  • Enjoy an authentic Czech evening with traditional music, dancing & dinner EUR 32.00
  • Learn how to make traditional Pierogi (Polish dumplings) followed by dinner EUR 32.00
  • Historical Walking Tour EUR 11.00
  • Experience the unique thrill of 'base-flying' off a building in Berlin (Summer Departures Only) EUR 65.00
  • Get a unique perspective of Amsterdam on the enthralling A’DAM Lookout Tower & Swing with a drink EUR 22.00
  • Feast on a seafood or steak dinner in the Dutch fishing village of Volendam EUR 39.00
  • Enjoy Amsterdam from the water on a canal cruise with an on-board bar EUR 30.00

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The itinerary and activities were Amazing but would like to see more included tours as this is the main part we like to see and hear about in a particular area. Our trip manager was AMAZING, Dora was unreal. She was always there with 100% support or someone to talk to if we got home sick. Would 100% recommend Dora to anyone. Especially because she goes above and beyond.
Our trip manager was amazing she made it so much fun and was so lovely.and our driver was amazing as well both of them were so funny. Its the best way to meet new people. I would recommend this trip to everyone best way to get a taste of Europe.

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