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European Whirl

(From April 2020)

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4.7

239 reviews

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The one that combines history, adventure, natural beauty, food and fun times over 18 days

Dreaming of your European adventure, but don't know where to start? Welcome to the European Whirl. Taking in all the iconic hotspots you could want through Paris, Rome and Amsterdam, it also ventures to east to the trendy must-see cities of Berlin and Prague, not to mention swoon-worthy flings with the Austrian Tyrol and Michelangelo's Florence. Along the way you can expect private boats through Venetian canals, an exclusive Paris by Night tour and a blissful balance of active adventures, local experiences, foodie hotspots and total relaxation. It's the perfect way to see this blockbuster continent in all its glory.

New Release Deal of 25% off this trip when you book & pay by October 31st. Check departure calendar for final dates & prices.

WHAT YOU GET

17 nights accommodation

4 nights in Hotel, 12 nights in Hostel, 1 night in Contiki Special Stay

For 17 magical nights, you'll be snoozing in some of the most unique accommodation options Europe has to offer. Spend 1 night in Contiki's very own Austrian Gasthof, two in our Swiss Chalet, 5 in our cosy cabins, 2 in hotels and 7 in buzzing hostels.

23 included Meals

6 Dinner, 17 Breakfast

Wake up to breakfast on us each day bar 1, and be treated to 8 mouth-watering dinners. You're cruising through some of the food capitals of the world, so think hearty piles of Italian pasta, snails and macarons in France and the, er, interesting combo of curry and sausage that is Germany's currywurst.

Team

Expert Trip Manager, Driver and Local Guides

A highly trained Trip Manager who brings your adventure to life. An expert driver who knows foreign roads better than Google Maps. Local Guides who make tourist traps a thing of the past. This is your team. Smart, friendly, fun, and integral to everything we do.

Transport

All transport included during the trip

Included in your trip is transport across Europe on our fleet of comfy, state of the art coaches. They're kitted out with all the necessities: USB charge points, WiFi, Air Con and a rocking sound system. You bring the other essentials, like tunes, friendships and stories from the night before.

Your group

Travel with other 18-35 year olds from around the world

Our trips are exclusively 18-35. This means you'll be travelling with people just like you, from all over the world- laughter and friendships always guaranteed.

Experiences

29 included, 15 optional that you can add

TOP EXPERIENCES ON THIS TRIP:

- Cycle past Dutch windmills on a visit to a traditional Edam cheese farm and clog maker's house
- Discover the charming heart of Munich in a guided walking tour past cheese markets & beer halls
- Cruise through the canals & islands of Venice in a private boat
- Step into Vatican City & admire Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel masterpiece with a local guide*
- Discover the secrets of Michelangelo's Florence in a locally guided walking tour
- Uncover the lives of Emperors & Gladiators in a special access guided tour of the Colosseum in Rome*
- See the wooden chapel bridge & breathtaking Swiss Alps in Lucerne

*This experience is a Free Time Add-on and not included in trip costs

ITINERARY

Nights spent per location

London

via

Dover

via

Calais

via

Belgium

2 nights

Amsterdam

2 nights

Berlin

via

Dresden

2 nights

Prague

1 night

Munich

1 night

Austrian Tyrol

2 nights

Venice

2 nights

Rome

via

Vatican City

1 night

Florence

via

Lucerne

2 nights

Swiss Alps

2 nights

Paris

via

Calais

via

Dover

London

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Travel style:

Iconic Essentials

Visit lots of countries

Only the basics included

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4.7

239 independent reviews

4.7

239 independent reviews

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Anonymous

Traveled Sep 2019

Great experienc

The itinerary was great, we had a super busy schedule which was a great way to see what each city has to offer! However, some days it felt a bit rushed, as we had so many activities crammed into one day

Joseph Agon

Traveled Sep 2019

European Whirl

Our tour manager and driver (Hannah and Dan), were the nicest people who provided the best service. Honestly wouldn't have asked for a better TM and driver. The only downside was the accommodation, especially in Italy. The cabins had no air conditioning and broken showers. The time when we were in Italy the temperature was around 35 degrees and having no air-con in the cabins made it almost unbearable. The only recommendation I would make to contiki is put travellers in rooms with air-con, working showers, and somewhere close to the city.

Joel Escott

Traveled Aug 2019

Jack Coombes/tour manager was a legend

Berlin 1 night Munich 2 please! jack Coombes was an awesome tour manager! couldn’t of asked for a better leader

Blake Escott

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

The trip was phenomenal! Our tour manager jack made everything so easy and his knowledge was great. All the tours were fun and interesting.

Aaron Spicer

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

Brilliant absolutely excellent

Jaydon Clarke

Traveled Aug 2019

Perfect

Activities were amazing and wouldn’t change any of them

Anonymous

Traveled Aug 2019

The trip of a lifetime, made lifelong friends and great memories!!

Some of the accommodation was questionable but our trip manager and driver were excellent ad the trip itself was absolutely amazing. Saw all the major cities I wanted to in just a few weeks. Would define travel with contiki again!!!:)

Natalie Cook

Traveled Aug 2019

On the verge of the rest of my life

Everything as a whole was amazing. The day sheets were perfect as we knew what we were doing and where we were going at all times. Everything was organised and very well planned by Steph. Steph took us to all the best places and taught us so much. She was not just our trip manager she was one of us too and she was so much fun. European whirl is great for a decent trip time wise. You see and learn so much within 18 days and all of the activities are worth doing as it’s where you create your memories. #noregrets

Anonymous

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

European whirl was incredible and the activities were the best. The bus driver was great and helped keep the bus in great condition. The trip manager was definitely a highlight. He knew somthing about everywhere we went including little things such as where to find ATM's or great places to eat. He also came out at night to make sure we all made it back to our accommodation.

Kendyll Taylor

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

It was a great deal for value and helped tick off many great places throughout Europe quick and easily!

Anonymous

Traveled Aug 2019

Once in a lifetime trip

The itinerary was awesome, loved every city and the free-time add one we were fortunate to experience!

Anonymous

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

TM Sinead was very organised and made sure that everything was done so that we did not have to worry about anything but getting on the bus and all the extra effort and time she put in ensured our trip was amazing. The trip was a great way to see a lot of things in a limited amount of time. Such a great way to see the most of Europe in a short amount of time.

Anonymous

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

I think the Trip Manager of any Contiki can really make or break the experience, and my TM was amazing! She was super friendly and helpful, always got us where we needed to be, and always pointed out where to get the best food/drinks/pictures in each city we went to. It was a crazy busy trip but worth every second.

Vivek Vaidya

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

Every thing was great apart from some accommodation locations and strict time management.

Anonymous

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

The trip was incredible. Go to see all the must sees of each location, and the road team were absolutely amazing. We had a small group and we became super close over the time. It is an iconic essentials trip so accommodation is not the best and only the basics provided but if you go in expecting that then there is no issue. I loved my trip so much and would recommend it to everyone.

Lilli Bowen

Traveled Aug 2019

best trip ever !!

the trip was the perfect length and allowed us to see so much! it was a great taste of europe and i had the best time. our trip manager darius and our driver michal were so great and made everything so fun! i am so glad we went with contiki as we did things i never would’ve imagined doing!!

Mack

Traveled Aug 2019

Trip of a lifetime, 10/10 would do another one!

Great value for money, #no regrets

Anonymous

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

The trip was amazing and very fast paced. It suits young travellers. The staff was amazing and explained everything clearly. Few free walking tours could be changed for other activities as the tour guides didn’t seem to be that interested.

Stephen Stamoudis

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

Darius and Michal were the best people for the job, funny, punctual and amazing company through the trip. Hostels we stayed in were very good and the company on the trip was outstanding. Needed more time in Tirol as it was such an amazing place, personally didn't like Munich but apart from that every place we went to was absolutely amazing.

Alexander Perri

Traveled Aug 2019

European Whirl

Best experience ever! Trip manager and driver were the perfect duo and kept the trip amazing.

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