Mediterranean Quest (Winter)

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How do you like the sound of crystal clear waters, Riveria boutiques & a spot of flamenco dancing? We thought so. Throw in a few iconic landmarks, some super yachts & a casino or two & you hve the Med Quest!

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Visit a French perfumery
    • See the Royal Palace in Monaco
    • Rub shoulders with the rich & famous with a visit to a Monte Carlo casino
    • Visit the towns of Monterosso & Portovenere
    • Catch a train along the Cinque Terre
    • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
    • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide
    • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria
    • Learn about Florence's leather craft with a demonstration
    • Scenic drive along the Amalfi Coast

What's this trip about?

    How do you like the sound of crystal clear waters, Riveria boutiques & a spot of flamenco dancing? We thought so. Throw in a few iconic landmarks, some super yachts & a casino or two & you hve the Med Quest!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityEurope/Madrid
End CityEurope/Rome

Destinations

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Travel Map

Day 1 Barcelona to Nice

Meet your Contiki crew then we’re off to Nice. Unwind on the coach, get to know your fellow travellers and take in the rustic beauty of Provence, known for its pretty landscapes of lavender, sunflowers and wild herbs. Then we hit the rugged coast line of the stunning ...

Day 2 Nice

Next stop on the Riviera and home to the French perfume industry is Fragonard perfumery. Learn about how perfume is made and some of its more surprising ingredients. It’s also a chance to pick up a bottle or 2 at great prices. In your free time live a bit of the lifes...

Day 3 Nice to Cinque Terre

Heading south, we hit the national park and UNESCO World Heritage site of the Cinque Terre, where colourful coastal villages dot 18 kilometres of ragged cliffs and old walled vineyards tumble down the hillside almost to the water’s edge. It’s a great travelling by tr...

Day 4 Cinque Terre to Florence

To Pisa's famous architectural wonder then on to Renaissance Florence where a local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy's most atmospheric cities.

Hostel

Breakfast

Day 5 Florence to Sorrento

Travel south through Umbria and Lazio via the picturesque Bay of Naples to Sorrento.

Hotel

Breakfast

Day 6 Sorrento

Chill out on the Isle of Capri. Be amazed at the natural beauty, stroll through the hillside town of Anacapri or sip on a café al fresco with the locals.

Hotel

Breakfast and Dinner

Day 7 Sorrento to Rome

From picture perfect Sorrento, we head to Pompeii where you can choose to take a guided tour of this incredible ancient city frozen in time. Later, we head to Rome and our special access coach tour gets you right into the thriving atmosphere of this living timeline ...

Day 8 Rome

This morning, make the most of our Local Guide’s inside knowledge with an optional guided tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Take off into the city and absorb the atmosphere, as Vespas flash past timeworn monuments tha...

Day 9 Depart Rome

The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say "arrivederci" to your new friends.

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Breakfast

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Dates & Availability

Price From $775
Price per day$86
Last Updated: 1/18/2022

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Logistics

Accommodation

  • 8 nights accommodation: 7 nights in hostels, 1 nights in hotel upgrade
  • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
  • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
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Meals Included
  • 11 meals:
  • 8 Continental Breakfast
  • 3 dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
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Trip ID
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