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European Escapade
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The trip of a lifetime made possible thanks to contiki and our phenomenal trip manager and driver. I arrived to Europe as a first visitor with little knowledge and left with an abundance of experiences, history learned and friends made.
Gemma R. | Traveled in June
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Highlights
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.
Beaujolais: Be a VIP at the epic Contiki Château and fill up on a banquet of classic French dishes and wines. Ooh la la!
Beaujolais Wine Region: Set within the rolling hills of the Beaujolais wine region, the legendary Contiki Château special stay has been wowing travellers for decades. From the luxe bar to the elegant new bedrooms, our Château is the perfect backdrop to long summer days lounging by the pool, capped off with French feasts, local wine and dancing the night away in ‘La Cave.’
Barcelona: Combat boots at the ready, folks! Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and Las Ramblas are so cool, you won’t know what to photograph first!
Arles: Visit the historic city of Arles, famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh.
French Riviera: Glide through the winding coastal roads of the French Riviera with your Contiki crew.
Nice: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a French perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
Monaco City: Walk in the footsteps of Grace Kelly at the Royal Palace and see the Monte Carlo Casino (where the car park looks like a Fast & Furious set).
Pisa: Your ultimate chance to ‘hold the tower up’ as you pose for that classic Insta snap.
Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Hopfgarten im Brixental: Join us in the cute lil Austrian Tyrol village of Hopfgarten, where you’ll find Haus Schöneck by Contiki. Next to one of the world’s largest ski regions, this traditional property has had a fresh facelift with all the modcons. We’re talking on-site sauna, Schnapps bar, communal lounge area, a shuttle to the main gondola. Hungry after a day on the slopes? Chow down on some warming locally sourced meals in our dining room.
Munich: We'll make a stop at a traditional Bavarian ‘Bier Halle’. Grab your Contiki crew and a beer. Prost!
Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
Berlin: Get your culture on. It’s time to see Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, the Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate and the historic Reichstag building.
Berlin: Heads up culture vultures. Here’s your chance to check out the longest open-air gallery in the world.
French Riviera: Glide through the winding coastal roads of the French Riviera with your Contiki crew.
Nice: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a French perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
Monaco City: Walk in the footsteps of Grace Kelly at the Royal Palace and see the Monte Carlo Casino (where the car park looks like a Fast & Furious set).
Pisa: Your ultimate chance to ‘hold the tower up’ as you pose for that classic Insta snap.
Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Hopfgarten im Brixental: Join us in the cute lil Austrian Tyrol village of Hopfgarten, where you’ll find Haus Schöneck by Contiki. Next to one of the world’s largest ski regions, this traditional property has had a fresh facelift with all the modcons. We’re talking on-site sauna, Schnapps bar, communal lounge area, a shuttle to the main gondola. Hungry after a day on the slopes? Chow down on some warming locally sourced meals in our dining room.
Munich: We'll make a stop at a traditional Bavarian ‘Bier Halle’. Grab your Contiki crew and a beer. Prost!
Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
Berlin: Get your culture on. It’s time to see Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, the Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate and the historic Reichstag building.
Berlin: Heads up culture vultures. Here’s your chance to check out the longest open-air gallery in the world.
Generator (or similar) HotelSchützenbach (or similar) HotelChteau de Cruix (or similar) HotelGenerator Barcelona (or similar) HotelVilla Saint Exupery Beach (or similar) HotelHotel Mirage (or similar)Hostel Trustever (or similar) HotelAnda Venice Hostel (or similar) HotelContiki Haus Schoneck (or similar) HotelRamada Encore by Wyndham Munich Messe (or similar) HotelPlus Prague (or similar) HotelGenerator Alexanderplatz (or similar) HotelVia Hostel Amsterdam (or similar) Hotel
Meals
Dinner (x9)Breakfast (x23)
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
24 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Ends
London, England
London, England
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
it was so fun and organized. Our trip manager and bus driver were AMAZING and truly thought of everything to make each city unforgettable. I would definitely recommend opting into Contiki's free time add-ons to make the trip perfect!
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
3.0 | Average
I only say average as i missed half my trip due to be hospitalised (nothing to do with an injury or the actual holiday) and i didn't gel with majority of my group but that was more to do with me than anything else.
The activities, my driver and trip manager were amazing and I couldn't recommend them less. The things organised were awesome but i did realise that group travel is not for me and thats okay but it may just help your own decision making.
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Gemma R.Verified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
The trip of a lifetime made possible thanks to contiki and our phenomenal trip manager and driver. I arrived to Europe as a first visitor with little knowledge and left with an abundance of experiences, history learned and friends made.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
The tour manager was amazing, perfectly set up our travel days and was very organized. Had an amazing group of people and saw really cool places!!
Itinerary
Dive headfirst into Europe’s greatest hits with the European Escapade—a 24-day whirlwind tour that starts and ends in London. From Amsterdam’s canals to the romance of Paris, the energy of Berlin, and the sun-soaked streets of Barcelona, this trip packs in legendary cities, Swiss Alps adventures, and exclusive Special Stays at Hopfgarten and Contiki’s Château de Cruix.
Tailored for young adults, this group tour delivers big on iconic sights, lively social scenes, and memorable moments. Upgrade to the ‘Plus’ for twin-share hotel comfort instead of the classic multi-share.
USP: An expertly curated city sightseeing tour package designed for those who want maximum Europe in minimum time—plus the perks of exclusive accommodations and unforgettable group experiences.
day 1London to Paris
Welcome to the first day of the best trip of your life - we're calling it early! After a few pleasantries in London we'll get the show on the road with Paris in our sights. A few hours in and your jaws are on the floor already. These chalk cliffs that edge the English coastline are known as the White Cliffs of Dover, the first of many natural beauties we'll see on our trip. After we ferry across the English Channel for France we'll arrive in Calais, where we will take in the history of World War I battlefields in the Valley of the Somme. We'll kick off our trip as we arrive in the glittering city of love, Paris. It's straight down to business with a tour of the city lit up by those famous lights. Then, we'll bond with our Contiki fam with a delicious included dinner. The French are proud of their culinary culture for a reason.
Meals
Dinner
Location Visited
London, Dover, Calais, Paris
Accommodation
Generator (or similar)
day 2Paris
day 3Paris to Swiss Alps
day 4Swiss Alps
day 5Swiss Alps to Beaujolais Wine Region via Geneva
day 6Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona
day 7Barcelona
day 8Barcelona to French Riviera via Arles
day 9French Riviera
day 10French Riviera to Florence via Pisa
day 11Florence to Rome
day 12Rome
day 13Rome to Venice
day 14Venice
day 15Venice to Austrian Tyrol
day 16Austrian Tyrol
day 17Austrian Tyrol to Munich
day 18Munich to Prague via Pilsen
day 19Prague
day 20Prague to Berlin
day 21Berlin
day 22Berlin to Amsterdam
day 23Amsterdam
day 24End Amsterdam
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