Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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London, England
London, England
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My Contiki was honestly one of the best travel decisions I’ve made. Everything was well organized transport, accommodation, and the add on activities . so I could actually relax and enjoy each place instead of stressing about logistics.
Our Trip Manager and driver were incredible and made every day fun, even the long coach rides. We packed in so many experiences I never would’ve found on my own, from local spots to bucket-list sights, plus plenty of free time to explore how we wanted.
If you’re on the fence about booking, just do it. It’s the perfect mix of structure and freedom, and the people you meet make it unforgettable. I had a great experience and I’ll definitely recommend Contiki to anyone who wants to travel without the hassle and with the best energy.
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Guillia put a great self-drive tour together for us and Susana looked after us as we travelled.
(Even when we got lost)
The car and accommodation was good and the guides patient and informative.
Only issue we had was parking in small villages, garages, and cities.
Apart from the parking we had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday, thank you.
Amsterdam: Best way to break the ice? By breaking bread of course. You and your new besties can bond over dinner before heading out to explore.
Sankt Goar: Take a scenic glide down the river, past fairytale castles, Baroque spires and timbered German houses.
Sankt Goar: Visit a local stein store and learn how the famous German steins are crafted, and as a bonus we will show you the worlds largest free hanging Cuckoo-clock!
Dinkelsbühl: Seatbelts on! Today we're driving along 'Romantische Straße' AKA Germany's most scenic route, winding through picturesque medieval towns, fairy-tale castles, and breathtaking landscapes.
Munich: We'll make a stop at a traditional Bavarian ‘Bier Halle’. Grab your Contiki crew and a beer. Prost!
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!
Baschi: We'll head to the rocky (but so picturesque) village of Baschi to visit Casale Polegri. Stroll around the vineyards and olive orchards on a short tour of the azienda agricola. We'll learn about the farming techniques used by the Polegri Family to harvest their fresh plants and fruit. We'll end the afternoon with a crunchy bruschetta topped with homemade extra virgin olive oil, focaccia bread with homegrown rosemary and vegetables. And of course, some risotto or pasta. All of this with a glass of their homemade wine and dessert. Happy tummy, happy life!
Florence: See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria on a locally guided walking tour of Florence.
Lucerne: Check out the Wooden Chapel Bridge and the giant sandstone Lion Monument.
Paris: Take a dreamy jaunt around the city of romance. Fall in love with landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!
Baschi: We'll head to the rocky (but so picturesque) village of Baschi to visit Casale Polegri. Stroll around the vineyards and olive orchards on a short tour of the azienda agricola. We'll learn about the farming techniques used by the Polegri Family to harvest their fresh plants and fruit. We'll end the afternoon with a crunchy bruschetta topped with homemade extra virgin olive oil, focaccia bread with homegrown rosemary and vegetables. And of course, some risotto or pasta. All of this with a glass of their homemade wine and dessert. Happy tummy, happy life!
Florence: See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria on a locally guided walking tour of Florence.
Lucerne: Check out the Wooden Chapel Bridge and the giant sandstone Lion Monument.
Paris: Take a dreamy jaunt around the city of romance. Fall in love with landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
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What's Included
Accommodation
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar) HotelHotel Montag Sankt Goar (or similar)Ibis Munich City South (or similar) HotelVilla Patriarca (or similar) HotelThe Brand Hotel (or similar)Hotel BB Firenze Nuovo Palazzo di Giustizia (or similar)Barabas Hotel Luzern (or similar)Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar)
Meals
Dinner (x3)Breakfast (x11)Lunch
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
What's Excluded
Itinerary
First-time Europe? Start here. Think Amsterdam canals, Bavarian beer halls, Venice gondolas, Rome ruins, Florence art, Swiss mountain air and Paris after dark - all packed into 12 days with a crew that makes every stop feel bigger.
day 1London to Amsterdam
Your heart-pounding adventure kicks off today. Meet up with your Contiki posse & share notes on London town before hitting the road to Amsterdam. Shortly before we find our ferry for Europe, we'll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover. They owe their gorgeousness to their composition of chalk - you're learning and we haven't even left the UK! Off the ferry, we arrive in the port town of Calais - French soil! We travel north via Belgium before reaching... Amsterdam!Tonight, after an included dinner, the fun-famed Amsterdam is yours to explore in all its glory.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
London, Dover, Calais, Amsterdam
Accommodation
Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
Trip was amazing! Seen so much in a short time and was kept busy throughout with activities! All hotels were very clean, location was sometimes out of city centre.
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CarolVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Good for those short on time, this is a very fast paced trip, but it ticks many bucket list items. I chose this cause it includes Sankt Goar (cute little mediaeval town in Germany) and Lucerne (Switzerland), which none of the other trips I was interested in included. So glad I did, but I wish it was slower.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Words cannot discribe how incredible this trip was I would do anything to do this trip again
