European Impressions (Start London, end London)
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Highlights
- See the White Cliffs of Dover
- See Amsterdam's canals & gable houses by night
- Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house
- See canals & a windmill on a countryside bike tour in Edam (Summer only)
- Visit Liechtenstein's capital, Vaduz
- Visit a traditional Bavarian Beer Hall
- See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
- Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
- See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck (Winter Only)
- See the Royal Palace in Monaco
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Meet up with your Contiki team before we hit the road and take a ferry past the White Cliffs of Dover. Next stop: the buzzing, free-wheeling city of Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s eye-opening Red Light District, where the creative and wacky come together on narrow ...
You know the cheese, and now you're going to know the place that pioneered it. We'll cycle into the countryside squealing at windmills & going hysterical over tulip fields on our way to an actual cheese farm & clog maker's house. Hello Germany, we're here and...
Germany, you were fast but wonderful, and the show must go on. Passing gorgeous landscapes as far as the eye can see is on the cards as you relax and get ready for jaw drops in our overnight stop. With a warm Wilkommen (welcome) we arrive in picture perfect Lucerne f...
Open the window of your hotel & drink in the incredible views - if you can find words or photos that do it justice, we applaud you! There's the option to visit a beautiful Swiss Mountain today, for some views that will take your breath away - trust us. Other optio...
Leave this gorgeous area behind, then we cross through tiny Liechtenstein & arrive in lively Munich, home of the Oktoberfest
On the coach, take it easy and catch up on some sleep or watch the world go by as we wind through the Bavarian Alps and the Brenner Pass to Italy, land of passion! But first, pull into Innsbruck, a down-to-earth student city. Walk around the medieval streets of the o...
With an entirely free day in Venice, the choice is yours as to where, how and when you go. Ask your Trip Manager for tips, or just make sure your camera has enough juice to last the day. Tonight we've got a final night treat lined up for you - a sunset photography session and tasty Italian feast over on Isola Burano, possibly Venice's prettiest and most colourful little island.
Venice we love you, but we need to see a bit more of this boot to satisfy our hungry wanderlust ways.
In your free time live a bit of the lifestyle with a visit to the local markets. Try out the region’s produce like lavender honey, aioli (garlic mayonnaise) and mouth-watering rosé wine. Window shop the chic boutiques or choose a beach and catch some sun among all th...
We stop by Pisa’s iconic Leaning Tower this morning, before sticking to the Italian coastline and crossing over into France. Then we hit the rugged coast line of the stunning Côte d’Azur. Follow the beautiful sapphire waters to the palm trees and sun-soaked shores of Nice.
Driving past Cannes, unwind on the coach and take in the rustic beauty of Provence, known for its pretty landscapes of lavender, sunflowers and wild herbs. We keep heading south through the rugged and dramatic scenery of the Pyrénées mountains, over the border into B...
Well hello Boutique travellers. Who's ready for 12 days of trendy European hangouts, dreamy hotel sleeps and a travel crew of dreams? This evening we'll keep things low key and casual with a tasty welcome dinner, followed by an evening walking tour to get you a little better acquainted with Barcelona.
We can't get enough of you either, Spain, so with that in mind we are onwards, to Madrid, Spain's capital city and packed with stunning wide boulevards, perfect parks, and big city vibes. We'll make a stop to strech out and explore Zaragoza, as we roam the casco (old...
An epic collision of new-age vibes & tradition, Madrid is going to leave you love-struck. Artistic, vibrant and filled with culinary hotspots, your spare time between seeing the Gran Via, the Puerta del Sol, Royal Palace (entry included) & Plaza de Espana (the...
We continue our Iberian roadtrip kicks off this morning as we travel north in search of another slice of Spain. Pamplona may be known for its Running of the Bulls mayhem, but that doesn't interfere with its popularity and worth right through the year. Venture through...
This morning we head into France, but not before our last Spanish port of call, the glamorous San Sebastian. What a way to start your day - dipping in the Bay of Biscay. San Sebastian is a postcard city where cobbled lanes slope towards pristine beaches. Take a dip, ...
Roll through the green Loire Valley and take in the castles, manors and vineyards from the coach window as we head for the French capital. Tonight, the group kick-starts Paris with the ‘Tour of Illuminations’, which shows off the French capital’s transformation into t...
You can drool over haute couture, admire the Notre Dame Cathedral whilst juggling coffee and crêpes, & get artsy at the many museums of the Louvre.
This morning after breakfast we transfer you to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (estimated arrival 10:00am) where your trip ends. Or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay.
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We're all about exploring the world with like-minded people, which is why we only run trips for 18-35 year olds, to celebrate being young, spirited and curious. You can expect to join a group of 18-53 awesome people from around the world on our Europe, Australia, North America and New Zealand trips, and in Asia and Latin America it's all about small group adventures with up to 25 travellers. Don't worry if you're not traveling as a couple or with a friend from home – though there are plenty of pairs, 50% of our travellers set off solo, meaning you'll have a ton of opportunities to make new friends.
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