If
you're ready for a memorable trip abroad, then this is the tour that
will give you more memories and experiences to last a lifetime!
Explore Europe, including Dover, Paris, Fontainebleau, Beaujolais,
the French Riviera, Monaco, Pisa, Florence, Rome, Vatican City,
Venice, Munich, Liechtenstein, Lucerne, Heidelberg, Rhine Valley and
Amsterdam!
Trip
Itinerary
Day 1: London to Paris: A warm welcome from
your Contiki Crew as we head for the White Cliffs of Dover and the
Channel crossing to France. We drive past World War I battlefields
to the splendour of Paris. What better way to begin than with an
evening tour of the "City Of Lights"? Contiki
Village (D)
Day 2: Paris
Sightseeing: Today's sightseeing includes some of the
most celebrated icons of Europe. Perhaps take the opportunity to
visit the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe or the
Champs Elysées. Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience
with a French meal and a famous Parisian cabaret? Contiki
Village (B)
Day 3: Paris
to Beaujolais Wine Region: Today's journey leads us to
Contiki’s exclusive Château de Cruix nestled in the Beaujolais
vineyards near Lyon. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Day 4: Beaujolais
Wine Region: This morning explore the French
countryside and enjoy your included picnic lunch. In the afternoon
relax and soak in the idyllic atmosphere of rural France. Contiki
Special Stopover (B, Picnic Lunch, D)
Day 5: Beaujolais
Wine Region to French Riviera: South today, to the
fabulous Cóte d’Azur via the Autoroute de Soleil and glamorous
Nice. Tonight we visit Monaco! See the Royal Palace and take the
opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo. Contiki
Village (B)
Day 6: French
Riviera to Florence: We visit a French
Perfumery before continuing to Pisa, home of the famous Leaning
Tower. From here it’s a short journey to the most spectacular of
Renaissance cities, Florence. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 7: Florence
Sightseeing: Your day includes a walking tour seeing
the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce and a chance to
shop for leather, gold and silver. In your free time maybe visit one
of the city’s many museums or galleries and this evening enjoy the
colourful Florentine nightlife. Contiki Village (B)
Day 8: Florence
to Rome: All roads lead to Rome where our included
sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to the Eternal City.
This afternoon why not discover this city of Gladiators with a local
guide? Then, do as the Romans do and stroll past the Trevi Fountain,
the amazing Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Contiki Village (B)
Day 9: Rome
Sightseeing: Once at the centre of the powerful Roman
Empire this city, steeped in centuries of ancient history, awaits
your discovery. The Colosseum, Imperial Forum and the treasures of
the Vatican City make for a day of serious sightseeing. Contiki
Village (B,D)
Day 10: Rome
to Venice: Soak in the changing scenery of Italy as we
drive past golden plains, vineyards and quaint hilltop towns to
Venice, our home for the next two nights. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 11: Venice
Sightseeing: A short boat ride takes us into the
historical centre of Venice to see St. Mark’s Square, the Doges’
Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. See glass and lace making
demonstrations and why not treat yourself to a Gondola ride? Contiki
Village (B,D)
Day 12: Venice
to Austrian Tyrol: Today we leave Italy and travel
over the spectacular Brenner Pass. Take the opportunity to go white
water rafting in the heart of the Austrian Alps before a special
welcome awaits at Contiki’s own Gasthof. Contiki Special
Stopover (B,D)
Day 13: Austrian
Tyrol at Leisure: The picture-postcard village of
Hopfgarten is an excellent base to make the most of the beautiful
countryside. Experience a vast range of outdoor activities: hiking,
mountain biking, paragliding or perhaps trout fishing. Contiki
Special Stopover (B,D)
Day 14: Austrian
Tyrol to Munich: On to Bavaria’s lively capital
Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. Our orientation tour includes the
town centre with its historic Glockenspiel. Maybe join us this
evening at one of this city’s traditional Beer Halls. Youth
Hotel (B)
Day 15: Munich
to Swiss Alps: We stop for lunch in Vaduz, the capital
of Liechtenstein. Enjoy time to shop and sightsee in Lucerne before
reaching our idyllic stop in the Swiss Alps. Contiki
Special Stopover (B,D)
Day 16: Swiss
Alps at Leisure: A spectacular day where you can
choose to hike the many trails or enjoy a trip up the snow-covered
Jungfrau mountain on a cog railway that passes through the Eiger
mountain! Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Day 17: Swiss
Alps to Rhine Valley: Heading north we re-enter
Germany and visit the university town of Heidelberg on the banks of
the Neckar River. Tonight we stay in the picturesque Rhine Valley
after seeing the famous Lorelei and hearing how German beersteins
are crafted in St Goar. Hotel (B,D)
Day 18: Rhine
Valley to Amsterdam: We cross the Dutch border and
make our way to Amsterdam. Visit a cheese farm and see how clogs are
made. Cycle through the countryside and the fishing village of Edam.
A centrally located hotel is home for our last two nights. Youth
Hotel (B,D)
Day 19: Amsterdam
sightseeing.: After a diamond exhibition, why not take
a canal bike ride to further explore Amsterdam? In your free time
perhaps visit famous sights such as Anne Frank's house or the Van
Gogh museum. Tonight we celebrate our last evening together. Youth
Hotel (B)
Day 20: Amsterdam
to London: Time to swap addresses and e-mail contacts
as we travel through the Belgian Countryside and back to Calais for
our ferry crossing to England. (B)
=Guaranteed Departures