Itinerary
- Day 1
Barcelona to French Riviera
Meet your trip manager and squad as you leave Barcelona heading toward the French Riviera. The drive takes you to this glamorous Mediterranean coast with its blue waters and upscale feel. Once you arrive, there's an included dinner tonight to get everyone together and kick things off.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Dinner included
Optional Activities
- Bike ride through old town Nice (EUR 25.00)
- Day 2
French Riviera to Monaco
Spend the day checking out the French Riviera region, known for lavender honey, aioli, and rosé wine. You'll head to Monaco to see the Monte Carlo Casino and the Royal Palace. The principality has serious grandeur to take in, and then you head back to the coast for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Villa Saint Exupery Beach (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Monte Carlo Casino
- Visit Royal Palace in Monaco
Optional Activities
- French four-course dinner in Monaco (EUR 41.00)
Landmarks/POIs Monte Carlo Casino Royal Palace - Day 3
French Riviera to Cinque Terre to Pisa
Travel south to Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage site with five fishing villages on cliffsides. Your rail pass is included, so you can hike between villages, eat local food, or just relax with the views at your own pace. Later, you'll travel to Pisa for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Rail pass for Cinque Terre exploration included
Optional Activities
- Hiking between Cinque Terre villages
- Food crawl in Cinque Terre
- Wine tasting in Cinque Terre
Landmarks/POIs Cinque Terre - Day 4
Pisa to Florence
Start with the Leaning Tower of Pisa and grab that classic photo. You'll wander through Pisa's markets with gelato in hand, then head to Florence. There you'll see Renaissance artworks and watch a leather artisan demonstrate their craft in an included session.
- Accommodation
- Hotel ('Re-Dama Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Leather demonstration in Florence (included)
Optional Activities
- Tuscan Evening (EUR 46.00)
- Explore Pisa markets
- Visit Florence galleries
Landmarks/POIs Leaning Tower of Pisa 
- Day 5
Florence to Sorrento
Leave Florence and drive south along Italy's coast to Sorrento, a seaside village where you can kick back and relax. The evening is open for you to spend by the water, maybe watching the sunset over town.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
- Day 6
Amalfi Coast
Take a scenic drive on the Amalfi Coast, stopping in Amalfi town to see castles and dramatic views. Then you visit a lemon farm to learn how limoncello gets made. Back in Sorrento, walk along the clifftops, check out the old center, and try local gnocchi.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along Amalfi Coast
- Visit Amalfi town
- Lemon Farm visit and limoncello education
Optional Activities
- Cruise around Isle of Capri (EUR 28.00) (Summer Only)
- Homemade feast by Marciano family in Sorrento (EUR 28.00)
Landmarks/POIs Amalfi Coast - Day 7
Sorrento to Pompeii to Rome
After a short drive on the Amalfi Coast, you get a guided walking tour through Pompeii's preserved ruins from the Roman era. After that, you'll see Mount Vesuvius from a distance, the active volcano that buried the city. By evening you'll be in Rome exploring the cobblestone streets.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Yellow (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Pompeii ruins
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of lost Roman city of Pompeii (EUR 24.50)
- Walk in footsteps of gladiators and emperors at Colosseum and Roman Forum (EUR 41.00)
Landmarks/POIs Pompeii Mount Vesuvius 
- Day 8
Rome
Get up early to see as much of Rome as you can. Walk through the city's famous spots, take photos by the Colosseum with the pink azaleas, toss coins in fountains, and relax with espresso at a sidewalk café. You'll set your own pace through the day.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Yellow (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit Colosseum and Roman Forum (EUR 41.00)
- Guided tour of Vatican City (EUR 41.00)
- Guided tour of Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica and Vatican Museums (EUR 41.00)
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum Trevi Fountain - Day 9
Rome to Verona to Venice
Head to Verona, the romantic city that inspired Romeo and Juliet. Visit the famous balcony and check out the Roman Arena. From there, you'll head to Venice on 118 islands connected by boats, bridges, and gondolas. Settle in tonight since you have the full next day to explore.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Romeo & Juliet balcony in Verona
- Visit Roman Arena in Verona
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride in Venice (EUR 23.00)
- Cicchetti tasting and culinary traditions tour in Venice (EUR 37.00)
Landmarks/POIs Roman Arena Juliet's Balcony 
- Day 10
Venice
Spend your full day exploring Venice. A private boat takes you to the historical center for a guided walking tour. Then you can either glide down canals on a gondola or get pleasantly lost wandering streets and bridges. Venice is yours to figure out.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private boat tour of Venice canals
- Guided walking tour of Venice
Optional Activities
- Traditional gondola ride (EUR 23.00)
- Cicchetti tasting and culinary traditions tour (EUR 37.00)
Landmarks/POIs St. Mark's Square Grand Canal 
- Day 11
Venice to Salzburg
Leave Italy and head toward the Alpine mountains that inspired the Sound of Music. You arrive in Salzburg, Austria, home to Mozart and Hohensalzburg Castle, one of Europe's largest medieval castles. Tonight includes an authentic Austrian dinner prepared by local farm hosts.
- Meals
- Dinner (Authentic Austrian dinner prepared by local farm hosts)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Salzburg (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Hohensalzburg fortress
- Authentic Austrian dinner at local farm included
Optional Activities
- See iconic Sound of Music sites in Salzburg (EUR 12.00)
- Visit working Austrian farm with farm-to-table meal and homemade Schnaps (EUR 37.00)
- Visit Hitler's Eagle's Nest, Salzburg (EUR 33.00) (Summer Only)
Landmarks/POIs Hohensalzburg - Day 12
Salzburg to Prague
Cross into the Czech Republic and arrive in Prague, a compact city packed with atmosphere and Gothic architecture. The skyline has castles, bridges, and cathedrals. You have free time to walk around and find local treats like traditional fruit dumplings.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Prague bike tour through cobbled streets (EUR 23.50) (Summer Only)
Landmarks/POIs Charles Bridge Wenceslas Square Old Town Square Astronomical Clock 
- Day 13
Prague
Spend your full day exploring Prague however you like. Walk through Gothic areas, browse antique markets, and try local beer. Shop for Bohemian beads and amber jewelry, or wander through Old Town's twisting lanes and courtyards. Maybe find a roof bar with city views for cocktails.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Prague bike tour through cobbled streets (EUR 23.50) (Summer Only)
Landmarks/POIs Prague Castle District Old Town 
- Day 14
Prague to Dresden to Berlin
Travel from Prague toward Berlin with a stop in Dresden. This city was rebuilt after World War II and now shows off beautiful Baroque architecture, like the Opera House and Frauenkirche. Then you continue to Berlin to see the Berlin Wall and Europe's longest open-air art gallery.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Included Activities
- View Dresden Baroque architecture and rebuilt sites
- Visit Berlin Wall remains
Optional Activities
- Historical walking tour of Berlin including Hitler's bunker site (EUR 11.00)
- Alternative walking tour of Berlin (EUR 26.00) (Summer Departures Only)
Landmarks/POIs Frauenkirche Royal Residence Dresden Berlin Wall Brandenburg Gate Reichstag 
- Day 15
Berlin
Explore Berlin at your own pace. From Checkpoint Charlie to obscure side streets full of character, there's plenty to find. Wander through neighborhoods, visit museums, enjoy the café scene, and feel the unique energy of this vibrant capital.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Historical walking tour including Hitler's bunker site (EUR 11.00)
- Alternative walking tour of Berlin (EUR 26.00) (Summer Departures Only)
Landmarks/POIs Checkpoint Charlie Tiergarten Alexanderplatz - Day 16
Berlin to Amsterdam
Head up the autobahn leaving Germany behind to reach Amsterdam. This quirky Dutch city has picturesque canals, unique museums, and a distinctive café culture. There's comedy shows, art galleries, or just soaking in the local atmosphere depending on what calls to you.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Optional comedy show in Amsterdam
- A'DAM Lookout Tower & Swing with a drink (EUR 22.00)
- Amsterdam canal cruise with on-board bar (EUR 30.00)
- Traditional Dutch dinner in historic building (EUR 35.00)
- Bungy jump off a crane (EUR 85.00) (Summer departures only)
- Day 17
Amsterdam
Your last full day in Amsterdam is open to explore however you want. Bar hop, hit museums, and see what else interests you. The city's famous for pancakes, frites, and more. Get local, soak in the café culture, and connect with other travelers. There's an optional group dinner tonight.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Unique dinner with Contiki group (optional)
- A'DAM Lookout Tower & Swing with a drink (EUR 22.00)
- Amsterdam canal cruise with on-board bar (EUR 30.00)
- Traditional Dutch dinner in historic building (EUR 35.00)
- Bungy jump off a crane (EUR 85.00) (Summer departures only)
- Day 18
Amsterdam to London
Time to say goodbye to your Contiki group. Depart Amsterdam around 10am heading to Schiphol Airport. If you're heading to London, you'll travel south to Calais, cross the English Channel into France, then continue to London where the tour ends.
