Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
From London, Bristol, Oxford to York, Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin - this 18-day tour of Britain and Ireland (with an epic 35-45s crew) includes entrance into awe-inspiring attractions aplenty, including puckering up for the Blarney stone, cruising across Loch Ness, and enjoying city tours of both Liverpool and Belfast. Cross the Irish sea, explore historic cities shrouded in folklore and mystery, gawp at Ireland's breathtaking landscapes and appreciate a culture of cool from as far back as the Beatles. It'll be love at first London site.
French delights. Mulled wine. Medieval buildings. Twinkling lights. Nowhere does Christmas quite like France, and this is your chance to see why. In just 7 days, you’ll see Château de Chambord in all its festive glory. Visit a champagne house. Try steaming wine in Strasbourg. Stroll the cobblestoned streets of Reims & so much more. Come witness the most wonderful time of the year in the most wonderful way possible.
This trip was coordinated so amazingly well in terms of activities, excursions and meals. The guide, Chelsea was amazing in communicating with us in regards to transportation or anything we may have needed! I 100% would recommend this tour.
I feel like everything went fairly well for it being a brand new trip. Trip manager and driver were great, very knowledgeable of the areas we visited. Very jam packed fun filled week!
Seeing all the ancient wonders, eating amazing food and exploring great cities with an awesome group of people just makes the best memories. Everything was so easy and well organised. Highly recommend
This was a great trip to explore each city. Personally, this felt a bit more independent type travel (exploring the city by yourself or if you made a friend with them) vs other Contikis (more time with the group). Hotels were great and fantastic locations (centrally located near metros and the main train station). Fantastic free time add ons as well.
We couldn’t get you a time machine. But this? This is the next best thing. Over 10 days, you’ll uncover three of our planet’s most renowned ancient civilisations with your 35-45s crew. Zipping through the skies from one historical spot to another - you’ll see the ruins of the Roman empire. The mighty buildings of the Greek world. And of course, the magnificent Pyramids of Giza (all with local guides!). Trust us, your bucket list is gonna love this one.
Ready to venture into the core of Sicily's storied past and vibrant culture? You can do just that with our expertly crafted tour! Discover the enchanting island of Sicily on a journey that starts in Palermo, showcasing its majestic Norman Cathedral and vibrant cultural sites. Traverse scenic towns like Cefalù and Catania, savoring local Sicilian treats. Marvel at Mount Etna’s rugged landscape, the medieval charm of Taormina, and the UNESCO World Heritage treasures of Syracuse and Noto. Experience Ragusa Ibla’s Baroque beauty, taste Modica’s renowned chocolate, and explore Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples. Delight in the vineyards and salt flats of Marsala and uncover ancient wonders in Erice and Segesta. Return to Palermo to end your adventure, leaving with cherished memories of Sicily’s captivating allure.
Experience the allure of Northern Portugal on this enchanting 4-day tour perfect for those wanting a taste of the renowned region!
Begin in Porto, where you'll explore the historic Ribeira district and visit the stunning Livraria Lello. Then venture into the Douro Valley, with its rolling vineyards and scenic river views. Enjoy a relaxing boat cruise and taste the region's exceptional wines. Day three takes you to Braga, where you'll visit the impressive Bom Jesus do Monte sanctuary and its remarkable baroque staircase, followed by a visit to Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, known for its medieval castle and well-preserved historical center. On the final day, head to Aveiro, often called the "Venice of Portugal," where you'll glide through picturesque canals on colorful moliceiro boats and indulge in the city’s famous sweet treat, "ovos moles."
This is a private tour that does not include accommodation arrangements.
Have you never heard of an Irish half-hour? It can stretch for days, and that's what you'll experience on this exciting 10-day guided road trip along the Antrim Coast, through the Wild Atlantic Way.
Starting at the medieval Rock of Cashel and continuing to the food hub of Co. Cork, Kinsale, we kick off our this ultimate tour with the best of the best. From there, we leave the rebel county and venture into the wooded hills of Killarney National Park. Take in sights like Moll's Gap and tour towering castles before hitting the town with the greatest 'craic' (fun)—Dingle! Stop by Foxy John's Hardware store, now serving creamy pints of Guinness, or try some fresh local catch at the award-winning Fish Box.
Visit Ireland's most famous spot—the awe-inspiring Cliffs of Moher—before heading to bohemian Galway to dance in the streets, and then explore the Aran Islands. Heading north, you'll arrive in Co. Donegal, one of the most breathtaking places on Earth. Spend an evening in the Donegal Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking area), where you'll be speaking a "cúpla focal" (a few words of Gaelic) in no time. From there, it's on to Derry, the last walled city built in Europe. Walk in the footsteps of Fionn McCool at the Giant’s Causeway, where a volcanic eruption created this Wonder of the World 60 million years ago. And look—could that be Jon Snow in the 'dark hedges'? We'll head to the iconic beech trees to find out.
Then, it's full steam ahead to The Titanic Experience in Belfast, an award-winning interactive journey about the world’s most tragic ship. Finally, we end with a visit to the ancient Newgrange before returning to Ireland's big smoke, Dublin.
Along the way, between the heritage and culture, there’ll be ceol agus craic (music and fun), Red Snapper and John Dory, stout and uisce beatha (whiskey), and an epic road trip you’ll never forget.
This itinerary was perfect for me and my husband. It would be great if three nights would have been allotted to Lisbon by adding a day and making the tour 10 days instead of 9. Our tour director Sabrina was great!
Balkan experience – 7 countries in 14 days is our carefully designed explorer tour that offers a wonderful window into Balkan countries. We will start our tour in Belgrade. From the majestic Belgrade Fortress dramatically perched above the confluence of Sava and Danube rivers to the Chapel of Saint Petka, Clock Gate, the Clock Tower and much more, Belgrade will definitely leave you in awe. Then, we explore Northern Serbia, Sofia, Skopje, Ohrid, Budva, Dubrovnik and more!
Each destination offers amazing sights such as the Old Bridge in Mostar, Belgrade Fortress Dubrovnik Old Town, the beautiful Perast in Montenegro, Tirana, Ohrid lake and much more! This small group tour package takes you through some of the most beautiful off-the-beaten paths, ensures an unforgettable experience for all travelers.
This is now the most popular speedboat experience for anyone and everyone who wants to see the London's most famous sights with all the added thrills and spills of racing on the renowned Thames Rockets.
Blast your way from the iconic London Eye Pier for 50 minutes that will stay with you forever. Take in the incredible sights from Big Ben to Tower Bridge. All this is courtesy of their award winning guides handpicked from the stand-up and acting circuit. Also closet history buffs by nature, their sole purpose is to provide a history lesson like no other. Think you know London? Think again!
Once under Tower Bridge, it’s time to tighten your grip on the Ultimate London Adventure Thames cruise.
Hear the 880 horsepower engines rev up Rocket style and whoop as you whoosh up to speeds of 30 knots (35mph!). You'll twist and turn through the docklands with a bespoke medley of thrilling classics pumping through the cutting edge on-board sound system. Everyone from grandma to grandkids are certainly going to be singing along with delight as you experience the #1 tour in London.
Combining the funniest guides and most experienced skippers, this tour will change the way you see the capital. So are you ready to take on the Ultimate London Adventure!
