Rolling on the Rhine plus European Discovery (On or above deck cabin, start Frankfurt, end Paris)

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What begins in Frankfurt and ends in Paris? 19 days of cheese tasting, canal cruising, museum wandering, fairy tale castle snapping and big city partying - pretty much the itinerary of dreams for the aged 21-45 traveller, right? Oh, and did we mention the on board DJ party in Dam? We know you're already sold...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • ONBOARD: Welcome Party & Dinner
    • Mainhattan Club Night
    • Frankfurt by bike or walk
    • ONBOARD: Chef's cooking class: Frankfurt's famous green sauce, franks and krauts
    • Frankfurt by night

What's this trip about?

    What begins in Frankfurt and ends in Paris? 19 days of cheese tasting, canal cruising, museum wandering, fairy tale castle snapping and big city partying - pretty much the itinerary of dreams for the aged 21-45 traveller, right? Oh, and did we mention the on board DJ party in Dam? We know you're already sold...

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start Cityfrankfurt
End Cityparis

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

  • Europe
  • United Kingdom
  • England
  • Austria
  • Switzerland
  • Germany
  • France
  • Netherlands
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Bonn
  • Frankfurt
  • Koblenz
  • Munich
  • Paris
  • Rome
  • Venice

Activities

  • Culture
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Frankfurt

What's up, river roaming crew? Who's pumped for 8 days of casually cruising down the Rhine? Meeting up onboard The A, we'll start as we mean to go on with a welcome shindig, drinks and dinner. Party vibes on high, we'll the head into the cosmopolitan lights of Frankfurt for a night on the town.

Day 2: Frankfurt

Got carried away last night? A big breakfast and a strong coffee should sort you right as, as you'll be needing all your energy for today. First up, we're going exploring around 'Mainhattan', Europe's largest financial centre and the reason this city is home to banker...

Day 3: Frankfurt to Koblenz via Rüdesheim

Well good morning pretty Rüdesheim! Do we have any Game of Thrones fans onboard? Then you'll probably recognise the 12th century Eberbach Monastery, which was used as a filming location. Today, we're visiting with one thing on the mind - wine. We'll taste the abbey's...

Day 4: Koblenz to Cologne via Remagen and Bonn

Stopping first at Remagen this morning, and it's time to flex your cycling skills once again. We'll drop you off here and meet up with you again in Bonn, giving you plenty of time to take in the delights of the romantic Rhine valley. Stopping here to pick up our wea...

Day 5: Cologne to Duisburg

Hopefully there won't be too many sore Kölsch heads this morning, as we've got another prime cycling opportunity for you - again riding the long, flat and ridiculously beautiful path to Duisburg. Or, you could just chill on deck - totally your choice. Old meets new i...

Day 6: Duisburg to Amsterdam

No trip to the "Venice of the North" would be complete without a cruise around the city's iconic waterways, so that's exactly what our agenda has in store for today. On route, take note of the way in which no building is actually straight (it's legitimately crazy), a...

Day 7: Amsterdam Incl Haarlem

We'll be casting off from Amsterdam early this morning, but chances are you'll still be snoozing peacefully. Them's the joys of a river cruise! Waking up to the pretty Dutch countryside passing by your window and after filling up on breakfast treats, you'll step on la...

Day 8: Amsterdam

After one more blissful sleep, we're sad to say your boat time is over. River cruising, you're new favourite way of travelling! But, no need to fear as tonight you join up with your Contiki crew and explore Amsterdam. Opt in for an evening canal cruise to see famous gable houses.

Day 9: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley

Now it's time to pour some sunlight on the agenda & take in the beauty of canals, crooked buildings, obscure museums & a café culture like no other. After the scenic journey of fairytale castles, vineyards and valleys, you'll be charmed before we even arrive in Germany's famous Rhine Valley. This back-in-time town is our wine tasting host for the evening. Squeal!!!

Day 10: Rhine Valley to Munich

Too much grape juice last night? Not to worry, the prospect of Munich should lift your spirits as we travel south & swap wine culture for beer. Today our eyes will be treated to a famous gothic clock, a charming old town & traditional Bavarian culture. You'll...

Day 11: Munich to Austrian Tyrol via Austrian Tyrol and Innsbruck

Goodbye Munich, hello mountains. We're hitting the road in search of lands so sweet they made The Sound of Music. This part of the world is famous for adventure sports, so best put your name next to the optional White Water Rafting and get in the spirit of things Afte...

Day 12: Austrian Tyrol to Venice

Wake up roamers, we have a bountiful breakfast and a floating city in Italy to tend to. Life's tough! You'll think you've seen enough beauty for one day after taking in the Central Austrian Alps & Brenner Pass en route to Italy. And then we'll arrive in Venice & your jaw will hit the floor over hidden lanes, story book bridges & a private canal boat ride.

Day 13: Venice to Rome

Farewell floating city, but Italy, we're not done with you yet, our next destination the Eternal City of Rome is just around the corner. The afternoon will really take it up a notch as we uncover Italian icons in the country's capital of Rome as you get a glimpse of it's glory by night. Gelato, pizza and ancient monuments - perfecto!

Day 14: Rome with Vatican City

Rome wasn't built in a day - so get up and get going early to make the most of this ancient city. When in Rome...take an optional guided tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Religious or not, the Vatican's Italian Renaiss...

Day 15: Rome to Florence

We may be hitting the road again, but we're not done with Italy just yet. We have one more city to lust over… The dome of Duomo Cathedral sits above the city making certain we know we have arrived in Florence. Take a moment to take in the unique beauty of this beauti...

Day 16: Florence to Lucerne

Say a fond farewell to Italy, and hello to the land of creamy chocolate, cheese and not to mention watches. Hello Switzerland! Swans float under wooden bridges, snowcapped mountains stand regally behind us & chocolate tastes like heaven on earth. You're in the Swiss Alps & you cannot wipe the smile off your face. Eeek!!!

Day 17: Lucerne to Paris

Out with the altitude, in with the inner-city Parisian bliss. Once we've crossed the border out of Switzerland we will be coasting through the pretty wine producing region of Burgundy before our arrival in Paris. Lamp-lit bridges, a sparkling Eiffel Tower, & even...

Day 18: Paris

Fragonard Perfumery now there's a place to check out, and stock up on perfume, obviously! Especially given the greatly discounted prices and authenticity of buying in France. Later you can drool over haute couture, admire the Notre Dame Cathedral whilst juggling coffe...

Day 19: Paris to London

Soak up your last dose of Paris and feel the astonishment of how much you've seen during this awesome trip. And how close you've grown to your Contiki pals. What a journey!? On arrival in London say a fond farewell to the group as you wrap up the journey on arrival.

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  • Oh Good Lord are you in for a treat. 30 meals are included in this trip - breakfast every morning and a stack of dinners, plus Free Time Add-on experiences, all with an emphasis on regional cuisine and general deliciousness.
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