Rediscover the joy of train travel on an extra-special cultural adventure through Spain and Portugal. Using the excellent rail network, we explore the landmarks of Madrid, Seville, Lisbon and Porto. There’s also time to tour Faro and the university city of Coimbra and take a scenic boat ride along the Douro River. With the train seats prebooked and an expert tour leader managing the schedule, you only need to worry about soaking up the culture and sharing the adventure with your small group of like-minded travellers.
This action-packed journey combining Jordan and Egypt through the Sinai Peninsula takes in some of the world's most significant archaeological sites, including the Pyramids and Great Sphinx of Giza, as well as the ancient Nabatean city of Petra. Packed full of highlights, we will sleep like a Bedouin in Wadi Rum, float in the Dead Sea, snorkel in the Red Sea, explore the Valley of the Kings, have the option to climb Mt Sinai for sunrise and experience the buzz of Cairo and Amman.
Petra - Witness the ancient Rose Red City of Petra by day and by night, exploring the stone-cut tombs and temples.
Cairo - Visit the pyramids, temples and sacred structures of Giza, including the Great Pyramid and Great Sphinx and the new Grand Egyptian Museum.
Red Sea coast - Relax and snorkel in the laid back Red Sea resort of Dahab.
Nile River - Sail in a traditional felucca boat to experience the full scale of this famous waterway, the lifeblood of Egypt.
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.
Journey from Lisbon to Madrid on this 15-day group tour of Portugal and southern Spain. Explore Lisbon’s historic sites, Montemor-o-Novo’s vineyards, Evora’s Roman and medieval landmarks, and Coimbra’s university. Discover Porto’s Museum, sample port wine, then explore the medieval streets of Obidos. Continue to Merida’s Roman ruins, Cordoba’s Mosque-Cathedral, and Seville’s Cathedral and Plaza de Espana. Experience Jerez’s wine and equestrian art, Ronda’s olive oil, Malaga’s historical sites, and Granada’s Alhambra. Conclude in Madrid with a guided city tour.
Prepare to travel the Atlantic Coast from Porto to Santiago de Compostela, in Spain. Experience ocean landscapes and fishing ports that supply some of Europe's finest seafoods. Recently approved by the Cathedral of Santiago as an official Camino de Santiago, although it might be the oldest of all pilgrimage routes to the sanctuary where, according to legend, the remains of St James lie at rest. The route takes in seaside villages, sandy beaches, estuaries, country lanes, vineyards and historic towns. Expect to savour seafood menus, fine wines and charming accommodation, including Spain's Paradores - luxury hotels in castles, stately homes and historic sites, renowned for their excellent hospitality and traditional cuisine. The Camino's history of devotion inspires awe, whether religious or not. As you approach Santiago de Compostela, you'll feel the excitement of entering one of the great holy cities of Christianity, following a path forged by centuries of faith and perseverance.
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Arriving into London, Britain puts its best foot forward with the internationally renowned Chelsea Flower Show. Be on the lookout for the royal, the rich and the famous at the world’s premier garden show. Hop the English Channel and experience the finer things in life as you cruise through the canals of medieval Bruges and witness the world’s largest flower auction in Amsterdam. Live it up at the Loire Valley Chateaux—where the riverside castles at Chenonceau and Chambord flash back to the heyday of the French royal family. The regality continues with a tour of King Louis XIV’s palace of Versailles before the vacation draws to a close at Monet's Garden and water-lily pond.
This 12-day escorted group tour travels from Belgrade in Serbia to Zagreb, capital of Croatia. Along the way it discovers European gems including the Bosnian capital of Sarajevo, Kotor in Montenegro and Mostar, 'City of Bridges'. Ride a heritage train in the mountains of Zlatibor, explore Dubrovnik, Split and Sibenik in Croatia and enjoy a guided tour of Plitvice Lakes National Park before arriving in Zagreb.
It was so fun. Sorta expensive but we had a great group of people and had a really great time at all the places. They liek to take us to karaoke bars so we didn’t really get to any other cool bars but it was still very fun and u could leave if u wanted.
Overall a great time and out tour leaver was sooooo amazing.
This two week tour of Spain and Portugal sets off from Madrid, visiting Porto, Lisbon, Cordoba, the Costa del Sol and more. Cruise the Douro River and taste local Port wine in a Porto wine cellar. Visit the mosque-cathedral of La Mezquita in Cordoba and the second-largest cathedral in the Catholic world in Seville. Admire the mountains of Andalusia and the beaches of the Costa del Sol, sample organic local olive oil and explore the Alhambra palace in Granada. Watch a traditional Flamenco show, visit the ruins of Merida and end your journey back in the Spanish capital.
Discover three of the most popular city destinations of the Iberian Peninsula with guided sightseeing in Madrid, Porto and Lisbon on this 9-day coach tour of Spain and Portugal. Cruise the picturesque Douro River, tuck into authentic Tapas and sample local Port wine on a visit to a Port wine cellar. Explore Aveiro and Salamanca, attend a Fado show in Porto and stop in Merida, home to ancient Roman ruins.
PRIVATE TOUR: Discover the best of Egypt and Jordan on an adventure that includes the phenomenal Pyramids of Giza, temples, tombs and Crusader castles. Cruise the River Nile, explore the Egyptian Museum, be enthralled by Petra and take in dramatic desert of Wadi Rum - a photographer’s delight.