Make tracks to embark on a 23-day adventure encompassing France, Switzerland and Italy. Using trains as your primary means of moving about, you’ll get started in the City of Lights before moving into Lausanne and Lucerne, with their UNESCO World Heritage-listed vineyard terraces and views of the Alps. Then it’s into Italy, where you’ll have plenty of free time to explore Rome before heading north to the Tuscan countryside, Cinque Terre, the Portofino Peninsula and more. Best of all, you’ll do with the comforts of rail transport and an expert local leader showing you the way.
ExplorerTrain tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Villa
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, Venice, Rome, Florence, L
Paris, Venice, Rome, Florence, Lucca, La Spezia, Asti, Lake Como, Lausanne, Lucerne, Bellinzona, Ticino Valley Natural Park
This 11-day adventure from Lisbon to Barcelona is the perfect introduction to two countries packed with natural scenery, cultural city life and delicious cuisine. Soak up the rocky coastlines along the Algarve, head out for some optional kayaking or boat rides, then dive into Spain for tapas, churros and hiking. Enjoy the backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains on a hike, see some street art and dive into the local culture of Seville, Granada, Madrid and Barcelona. This trip has heaps of free time to choose your own adventure, so you can forge some new friendships your own way.
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lisbon, Barcelona, Lagos, Sevill
Lisbon, Barcelona, Lagos, Seville, Granada, Madrid
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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
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Rome, Cairo
Rome, Cairo
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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.
Discover the amazing wonders of Egypt and Jordan in class and comfort on this extraordinary journey. Face the breathtaking Pyramids, where history comes alive in their towering presence, and greet the enigmatic Sphinx, guardian of these ancient monuments. Uncover the jewels of the Nile on a luxurious 5-star Nile Cruiser, gliding along the river as you take in the timeless beauty of Egypt’s most iconic landmarks. Recharge at the Red Sea paradise of Dahab, where crystal-clear waters and serene beaches offer the perfect escape before your adventure continues.
Cross into Jordan and feel the thrill of a jeep safari in the stunning desert landscape of Wadi Rum, with its dramatic rock formations and vast, echoing expanses. Make your way to magical Petra, the ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs, where every step reveals a new marvel. Stop over at the Dead Sea for a rejuvenating mud bath.
This journey promises an unparalleled exploration of two of the most captivating countries in the Middle East, ensuring memories that will last a lifetime.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Ship Cabin, Camping, Luxury Hotel
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Amman, Dahab, Wadi Rum, P
Cairo, Amman, Dahab, Wadi Rum, Petra, Aswan, Nile, Luxor
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Take a ten-day rail-only adventure from Paris to Rome. You’ll start in the City of Lights, then you’ll zoom to Switzerland for a mountain getaway. In Lausanne, see the iconic Cathedral and maybe visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Vineyard Terraces of Lavaux for a wine tasting, then head to Lucerne for incredible views of the lake and surrounding Alps on Mount Pilatus. Take the Gotthard Panorama Express to the city of Bellinzona, where you’ll hop on another cable car for more mountain views. Make your way to Rome, where you’ll have plenty of free time to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World and sit down to a fresh lunch with an Intrepid Foundation partner, Cooperativa Coraggio.
ExplorerTrain tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Villa
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, Rome, Lausanne, Lake Luce
Paris, Rome, Lausanne, Lake Lucerne, Lucerne, Ticino Valley Natural Park
Amazing experience!! met the best people and had the best time! London to Athens was very jam packed and exciting, the greek island hopping was relaxing but also had lots of parties so it was a great way to end the trip!!
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.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Hostel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
London, Athens, Paris, Venice, F
London, Athens, Paris, Venice, Florence, Rome, Beaujolais, Barcelona, French Riviera
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Embark on a captivating journey through Spain and Portugal, starting with a warm welcome in Madrid. Explore the city’s rich history and vibrant modernity, including iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Travel to Portugal, where you’ll discover the ancient city of Porto with its UNESCO-listed heritage, enjoy a scenic Douro River cruise, and experience a traditional Fado show. Continue to Coimbra, Aveiro, and Batalha, where you’ll visit UNESCO World Heritage sites and picturesque towns. In Lisbon, explore historic districts, enjoy scenic views, and indulge in the local cuisine — all part of our affordable Portugal tour packages. Conclude your adventure with a visit to Merida’s Roman ruins before returning to Madrid for a memorable farewell dinner.
Spend a week tracing the shared history of three nations.
Travel to Tirana, Prishtina, Skopje, and the UNESCO site of Ohrid and Prizren to understand how the area’s complex past has shaped each destination’s culture. As you venture from city to countryside, learn about the local traditions from the resilient people who call this region home.
Our trip today was incredible. Because of your organization and putting the right people in place, we were able to experience another culture and world so different from ours.
Our driver, Manuel, was wonderful and such a lovely man. We would like to be neighbors to he and his wife . He not only drive us to Tarifa, but walked with us through the town. Then ushered us to the ferry, waited for us to return, and took us back to our hotel. Mohammad, our guide in Tangier was very well versed on the world on which he was raised, and offered us insights into the past and present of his culture and country. Very enjoyable!
Turkey is a country that divides people. Some love it, some don't. Nevertheless, had an amazing time and cannot recommend this tour enough. You might not love their political landscape, but that does not mean you won't love travelling in beautiful Turkey.