Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
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London, England
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London, England
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Highlights
Dover: See the iconic chalk-white coastline. So special that it’s had songs dedicated to it.
Sankt Goar: Take a scenic glide down the river, past fairytale castles, Baroque spires and timbered German houses.
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: Discover the best of Munich local-style on a guided walking tour of the city. Our expert local guide will give you the lowdown on the Bavarian capital's history, visiting all the important central sites including the Marienplatz, the two Town Hall buildings & the Residenz (the former palace of the Bavarian kings.) Later, loop back to the city centre & if you're feeling up for it, keep it moving with a fun night out.
Munich: We'll make a stop at a traditional Bavarian ‘Bier Halle’. Grab your Contiki crew and a beer. Prost!
Innsbruck: Snow-capped peaks. Pristine air. Chocolate-box buildings. Innsbruck is the answer to all of your Alpine travel wishes.
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Lucerne: Check out the Wooden Chapel Bridge and the giant sandstone Lion Monument.
Paris: Climb to the 56th floor of the Montparnasse Tower for an unbeatable vista of the ‘City of Light’.
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Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar) HotelHotel Montag Sankt Goar (or similar)Wyndham Garden Munich Messe (or similar) HotelB&B Hotel Venezia Laguna (or similar)Ibis Budget Luzern City (or similar) HotelIbis Paris 17 ClichyBatignolles (or similar) Hotel
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Dinner (x4)Breakfast (x9)
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Itinerary
Craving an epic European adventure but tight on time? The "European Horizon" trip is crafted for energetic young adults ready to tackle Europe’s top highlights in just 10 days. Your journey starts and ends in London, sweeping you through the scenic Swiss Alps, the lively canals of Amsterdam and Venice, Munich’s festive atmosphere, the timeless allure of Paris, and more. Travel with a group of like-minded 18–35-year-olds, sharing stories as you marvel at remote natural beauty and urban excitement alike. With accommodation, transport, and meals included, this tour keeps things hassle-free so you can focus on soaking up every iconic sight, from mountain vistas to legendary nightlife. The unique selling point: this trip condenses Europe’s must-see cities and spectacular mountain scenery into one high-energy, social, and unforgettable tour package – perfect for those wanting maximum experience in minimal days.
day 1 - London to Amsterdam
Get ready for 10 days of unforgettable adventures through Europe! You'll meet up with your Contiki crew in London and we'll all board our coach here, ready to set off for European soil. Our first stop is Dover, where we'll take a ferry to cross over the channel. One step closer! As we set off, take in that last glimpse of English coastline with the beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover. Off the ferry, we arrive in the port town of Calais. We're in France! With no time to waste, we'll jump back on our coach and head onwards to Amsterdam. And here we are at our final stop for this evening: Amsterdam! We'll start our exploration of this city with a peek of canals, bicycles & 17th century gable houses lit up by night. Fill up on your included group dinner, then you're free to explore or hit the local bars.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:London, Dover, Calais, Amsterdam
Accommodation:Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
day 2 - Amsterdam
Amsterdam is as cute as it comes & sure to win your heart with its cobbled main streets, canalside views, obscure museums & a cafe culture like no other. Today, you're free to use your time to get local, bar hop, or choose to visit the STRAAT museum. If you're hungry to taste your way through the local culture, this place is famous for Dutch pancakes, frites, cheese, stroopwafels and coffee or you can take the opportunity to visit the small Dutch fishing village of Volendam for an optional dinner. Tonight, you have the option to sign up for an iconic cruise through Amsterdam, complete with an onboard bar.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Amsterdam
Accommodation:Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)
day 3 - Amsterdam to Rhine Valley
Yes, yes, you could stay here forever, but unfortunately the show must go on. We'll say goodbye Amsterdam, hello wine country. From narrow canals to one sprawling river, with boats gliding to and fro. Welcome to the Rhine Valley, home of premium German wine. We'll float along the Rhine on a scenic river cruise. Its a treat for all the senses.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Amsterdam, Rhine Valley
Accommodation:Hotel Montag Sankt Goar (or similar)
day 4 - Rhine Valley to Munich via Dinkelsbhl
Saying goodbye to the Rhine Valley, we'll head on to Munich where lederhosen, dirndls, steins of beer and gingerbread-style buildings await. But not before we explore a Bavarian hidden gem! Quintessential German experiences don't get much better than visiting this charming medieval town. We'll stroll the cobblestoned streets, checking out vibrant market squares and picturesque half-timbered houses along the way. "Prost!. Here in the home of Oktoberfest we'll take a locally guided tour of the city, and amuse ourselves watching the antics of mechanical figurines in the city's famous Glockenspiel. Making the most of our time in Munich this evening, we'll get introduced to 800 years of history at a traditional Bavarian beer hall.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Rhine Valley, Dinkelsbühl, Munich
'Auf Wiedersehen' Munich, we're off to tick more countries off our list. This morning we'll climb aboard our coach ready for a scenic roll through the Bavarian Alps, past fairytale castles and rambling vineyards, en route to Austria. Drive through Austria without getting out to say hello? Never! We'll pull into Innsbruck for lunch, a laid-back student city made famous by a medieval old town, an old Olympic Ski Jump & a Royal Palace.Quick pitstop for dinner! We'll check out the charming little city of Trento, right in the heart of the oh-so-beautiful Adige Valley. Ah, Venice! Fresh pasta, lilting accents & romantic architecture - we've arrived in one of Italy's most famous cities. Tonight we'll relax here, knowing we have all day tomorrow to cruise canals & explore picturesque cobbled streets.
Accommodation:B&B Hotel Venezia Laguna (or similar)
day 6 - Venice
Buongiorno! Venice is ours for a full and glorious Italian day. We'll start exploring The Floating City by jumping aboard our own private motoscafo boat and cruising the canals en route to the historical heart of the city. Next, you'll have the chance to take a traditional gondola ride, choose to learn how to ride a gondola (taught by literal experts) or discover Venice with a guided food tour.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Venice
Accommodation:B&B Hotel Venezia Laguna (or similar)
day 7 - Venice to Swiss Alps via Lucerne
With a few days left, it's time to say 'ciao' to our time in Venice. We'll never forget you, city of canals and beauty, but Switzerland is calling us. Back on our coach we'll pass Lake Como as we cruise out of Italy and head onwards and upwards toward the Swiss Alps.With magical views unfolding outside our windows we'll find ourselves in Switzerland, pulling up in the fairytale town of Lucerne, famous for its wooden bridges, cobbled lanes and beautiful setting against the lake it's named after. Here we'll visit the wooden chapel bridge and lion monument. Our recommendation for tonight? Swiss chocolate.Time to rest your travel-tired limbs for the day after we check into our accommodation for the night. Dream on!
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Venice, Lucerne, Swiss Alps
Accommodation:Ibis Budget Luzern City (or similar)
day 8 - Swiss Alps to Paris
It's been sweet, but our time in the Swiss Alps is up this morning. We're Paris-bound! Out with the altitude, in with the inner-city Parisian bliss. We'll jump back onto our coach to cross the border out of Switzerland and (back) into France. After coasting through the pretty wine producing region of Burgundy, we'll arrive in the City of Lights. Lamp-lit bridges, a sparkling Eiffel Tower, & evening coffee haunts, this evening we'll fall in love with everything Paris on a dreamy night-time tour. Is it just us, or is love in the air? Once we've seen the most famous landmarks, we'll celebrate our first night in the city by heading up the Montparnasse Tower for the best panoramic views of the city.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Swiss Alps, Paris
Accommodation:Ibis Paris 17 Clichy-Batignolles (or similar)
day 9 - Paris
Pastries, paintings, perfume - Paris is yours! We'll take you to the glamorous Fragonard perfumery, then the time is yours to roam tree-lined quarters, see Notre Dame Cathedral, or get arty in the galleries of the Louvre. It's our last night together - make it count with an optional dinner followed by the Moulin Rouge!
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Paris
Accommodation:Ibis Paris 17 Clichy-Batignolles (or similar)
day 10 - Paris to London
Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end.
You'd better be prepared for lots of early starts and long days because 8 European countries in 10 days is no easy feat! But with the best Contiki family I could ask for and our incredible trip manager, Libby and driver, Piotr, the whole trip was the most incredible whirlwind any of us could have ever imagined! Some of the best moments ever happened on the bus in between cities, and don't even get me started when we were off the bus and on the ground in every incredible city. You'll have to go on this trip yourself (and you better!) if you really want to know just what I mean, because holy smokes, I've never been so in love with the European glimpses I got.
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Ian B.Verified Traveler
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The trip was an absolute blast! I loved all the people I was with, all the locations were amazing, our guides and tour managers were all great, I only wish I had more time in each of the countries.
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Tyler R.Verified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
The size and age range of our group was perfect (~28 people about 19 - 33 years old), we meshed very well and we squeezed in a ton of activities
