Outdoor Escape

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Looking for an European adventure where you can really explore the outdoors, enjoy plenty of action and have loads of free time? Then what are you waiting for! See as much as Europe as possible on a small budget, see the highlights on this 24 day/9 country discovery. This is camping with a difference, go more slowly and really delve into each destination with...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria
    • Learn about Florence's leather craft with a demonstration
    • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
    • See St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City
    • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square
    • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas
    • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice
    • See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge and Wenceslas Square
    • Visit the Old Town Square and see the Astronomical Clock
    • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building

What's this trip about?

    Looking for an European adventure where you can really explore the outdoors, enjoy plenty of action and have loads of free time? Then what are you waiting for! See as much as Europe as possible on a small budget, see the highlights on this 24 day/9 country discovery. This is camping with a difference, go more slowly and really delve into each destination with 2-3 overnight stops in most destinations, giving you time to get there and have a full free day to explore your way.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • High Adventure

Destinations

  • Europe
  • United Kingdom

Attractions

  • Alps
  • Paris

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Swiss Alps to Florence

Next up: Stop & check out Pisa's famous architectural wonder before arriving in the Renaissance city of Florence.

Twin Share Tent

Breakfast

Day 2 Florence

Enjoy exploring the city at your own pace, see the magnificent buildings & sacred art in this atmospheric Italian city. Why not see See the Duomo, Basilica, Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza Della Signoria.

Twin Share Tent

Breakfast

Day 3 Florence to Rome

Pass through rural Umbria's pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. Get out and about with your camera at the ready in one of the world's most photogenic cities.

Twin Share Tent

Breakfast

Day 5 Rome

These two days are all yours to do anything you want! Explore the "Eternal City" and wander round this living museum of history and culture, so see the city at your own pace or opt in to visit the world famous Vatican City.

Twin Share Tent

Dinner and Breakfast

Day 6 Rome to Venice

Criss-cross the Apennine Mountains before reaching the canal lined city of Venice.

Twin Share Tent

Dinner and Breakfast

Day 8 Swiss Alps

With two full days to explore, the choice is yours in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Chill your way, or feel like you're on top of the world if you opt in for a cog railway ride up the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. Explore the mountains, take to the area by bike, enjo...

Day 9 Venice to Austrian Tyrol

Wind through the Austrian Alps via the scenic Brenner Pass, see historic castles, beautiful orchards and quaint villages en route to the wonderful Tyrolean region.

Twin Share Tent

Breakfast

Day 10 Venice

Discover your way as you meander through the 'floating city's' tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets.

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Day 12 Austrian Tyrol

You'll love these free days to choose your own adventure in the mountains of the Tyrol - exhilarating outdoor activities include rafting, hiking & mountain biking!

Twin Share Tent

Breakfast

Day 13 Austrian Tyrol to Prague

Through the Austrian countryside and in to the Czech Republic to reach the beautiful and atmospheric city of Prague, city of a thousand spires.

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Breakfast

Day 14 Prague

Snake through this medieval city's maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads.

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Breakfast

Day 15 Paris to Swiss Alps

Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy en route to the heart of the Swiss Alps where activity & adventure await.

Twin Share Tent

Dinner and Breakfast

Day 16 Prague to Berlin

Heading north, we head over the border and into Germany to the region of Dresden, often dubbed ‘Florence of the North’ because of its beauty. Then we’ll roll in to historical & hipster Berlin.

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Breakfast and Dinner

Day 17 Berlin to Amsterdam

Motor down the autobahn and get ready for a dose of Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s eye-opening Red Light District, where the creative and wacky come together on narrow cobbled streets, 24/7.

Twin Share Tent

Breakfast

Day 19 Berlin

With two days in this historical hot spot, you’ve got plenty of time to find out what makes Germany’s capital one of the most cutting-edge cities in the world with lots of free time to explore. It’s hard to believe that this funky town has had such a troubled past, so...

Day 20 Amsterdam

Cruise out into the countryside to see how clogs are made and try some famous Dutch Edam at a cheese farm, before it’s back to the city to explore the canals, parks & cool vibes that the ‘Dam’ is known for.

Twin Share Tent

Breakfast

Day 21 Depart Amsterdam

This morning after breakfast we transfer you to Schiphol 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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Breakfast

Day 23 Paris

Indulge in anything & everything Paris where you'll find magic, beauty & history amongst the city's legendary icons. You have plenty of free time today so do as the locals do, ride one of the local city bikes, wander the streets of the world's most romantic ci...

Day 24 London to Paris

Meet up with your fellow travellers and Contiki team as you start your adventure. Tonight you will be introduce to Paris on the 'Tour of Illuminations', where the French capital transforms into the "City of Lights". Lamp-lit bridges and cool little cafés give us a ...

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Accommodation

23 nights accommodation: 20 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses), 3 nights in hostel upgrade Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging,
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Meals Included
  • 28 meals:
  • 23 breakfasts
  • 6 three-course dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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Trip ID
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