Prepare to witness some of the most awe-inspiring sights of the ancient world — without the premium price tag. Stand in the shadows of the mighty Pyramids of Giza, steal a kiss from the legendary Sphinx, and sail down the Nile on a Nile Cruiser as the sun sets behind palm-lined banks. From the lively markets of Cairo to the serene shores of the Red Sea, this journey offers a rich blend of culture, history, and adventure — all designed with the budget-conscious traveller in mind.
Cross into Jordan and dive deeper into the region’s magic. Marvel at the dramatic desert landscapes of Wadi Rum, where golden sands meet towering rock formations that feel straight out of a sci-fi movie. Discover the rose-red city of Petra — a wonder of the ancient world carved into stone — before floating effortlessly in the salty waters of the Dead Sea. With expert local guides, cozy accommodations, and plenty of optional experiences, this tour is a cost-effective way to explore two fascinating countries without compromising on unforgettable moments.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Ship Cabin, Hotel, Resort, Sleeper Train
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Amman, Petra, Aswan, Luxo
Cairo, Amman, Petra, Aswan, Luxor, Wadi Rum
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Prepare to witness some of the most awe-inspiring sights of the ancient world — without the premium price tag. Stand in the shadows of the mighty Pyramids of Giza, steal a kiss from the legendary Sphinx, and sail down the Nile on a traditional felucca as the sun sets behind palm-lined banks. From the lively markets of Cairo to the serene shores of the Red Sea, this journey offers a rich blend of culture, history, and adventure — all designed with the budget-conscious traveller in mind.
Cross into Jordan and dive deeper into the region’s magic. Marvel at the dramatic desert landscapes of Wadi Rum, where golden sands meet towering rock formations that feel straight out of a sci-fi movie. Discover the rose-red city of Petra — a wonder of the ancient world carved into stone — before floating effortlessly in the salty waters of the Dead Sea. With expert local guides, cozy accommodations, and plenty of optional experiences, this tour is a cost-effective way to explore two fascinating countries without compromising on unforgettable moments.
Explorer
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Sleeper Train
Age Range
18-75 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Cairo, Amman, Petra, Aswan, Luxo
Cairo, Amman, Petra, Aswan, Luxor, Wadi Rum, Little Petra
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Discover the treasures of the Balkan Riviera on this unforgettable journey through Albania, Montenegro and Croatia. From Tirana to Dubrovnik, explore ancient towns, dramatic coastlines and cultural gems. Wander through Ottoman-era fortresses, cruise the Bay of Kotor and see the historic walls of Dubrovnik, soaking in the region’s rich history and breathtaking landscapes.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Dubrovnik, Tirana, Vlore, Budva
Dubrovnik, Tirana, Vlore, Budva, Budva
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From the grand plazas of Madrid to the spice-filled souks of Tangier and the sunlit shores of Lisbon, this journey takes you across three countries rich in history and tradition. Explore medieval fortresses, wander through white-washed villages and stand beneath Moorish palaces as you uncover the diverse cultures that have shaped Spain, Morocco and Portugal.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Lisbon, Madrid, Granada, Costa d
Lisbon, Madrid, Granada, Costa del Sol, Tangier, Seville
Journey through Croatia, Slovenia and Italy on an intimate small-group exploration of the Adriatic. Stroll through Zagreb’s historic squares, cruise across Lake Bled in a traditional pletna boat and marvel at the vast karst formations of Postojna Cave. Discover Istria’s coastal gems — from the Roman heritage of Pula to the Venetian charm of Rovinj — before arriving in Venice, where a gondola ride through hidden canals brings your journey to a memorable close.
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.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Porto, Madrid, Barcelona, Douro
Porto, Madrid, Barcelona, Douro Valley, Seville, Faro, Lisbon, Coimbra
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
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.
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.