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London to Barcelona Quest (Winter, Start Paris)

8 days
From London to Barcelona
4.7
17 traveler reviews

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Explorer
Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35
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Highlights

  • Explore the White Cliffs of Dover
  • Night tour of Paris by lights
  • Taste ancient wines in Bordeaux
  • Stroll through San Sebastian's Parte Vieja
  • Discover Gaudi's masterpieces in Barcelona

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 London to Paris
  2. Day 2 Paris
  3. Day 3 Paris to Bordeaux
  4. Day 4 Bordeaux to San Sebastian
  5. Day 5 San Sebastian
  6. Day 6 San Sebastian to Barcelona
  7. Day 7 Barcelona
  8. Day 8 End Barcelona
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Where You'll Stay

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Contiki

Number of tours

595

Age Range

18 to 35 years old

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Response rate

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Traveler Reviews

4.7
Overall rating based on 17 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    4.7
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.2
  • 4.7

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  • M
    April 25th, 2024
    5.0
    I had the time of my life and learned so much! Our guide Ri was absolutely amazing and we had so much fun with her. I...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for your review. We're delighted you had such a wonderful experience and look forward to travelling with you again.
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  • J
    April 24th, 2024
    5.0
    We had Rianna as our contiki trip manager and let me say she made it one to remember!! It was her first trip and we...
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    Traveled in May 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for sharing your positive experience with us! We're thrilled to hear your Trip Manager made a great impression on your group. We look forward to welcoming you on another Contiki adventure soon.
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  • I
    February 24th, 2024
    5.0
    Best trip with awesome people!
    Traveled in February 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for such a positive review. We're delighted you had such a wonderful experience and look forward to travelling with you again soon.
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  • D
    January 14th, 2023
    5.0
    Great time, would definitely recommend.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're delighted you had such an incredible journey and that our team was able to make this an unforgettable experience. Thanks for reviewing your recent Contiki trip, and we appreciate you recommending the trip.
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  • M
    June 27th, 2019
    5.0
    In one word? Incredible. I have so many memories and new friends. Fantastic way to see several places in a short...
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    Traveled in June 2019
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Melissa, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an incredible trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • London to Barcelona Quest (Winter, Start Paris) reviewer 6
    May 11th, 2019
    5.0
    The best vacations ever!
    Traveled in April 2019
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Pedro, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • J
    May 10th, 2019
    5.0
    Remi was excellent! He was very knowledgeable, and he was great accommodating myself and my girlfriend. He made sure...
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    Traveled in April 2019
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Justin, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • D
    May 2nd, 2019
    5.0
    Remi was a fantastic tour manager with good knowledge, good energy, and detailed daily sheets. Amazing!
    Traveled in May 2019
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Dawnlina, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an amazing trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • J
    December 3rd, 2016
    4.0
    If you are traveling alone or with your partner or with your friends in your youth and wants to see more in a trip,...
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    Traveled in February 2016
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Jen, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had a memorable trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • Y
    December 3rd, 2016
    4.5
    Rhi was amazing! Had a bunch of recommendations for us & was so helpful! She was also always super funny and made the...
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    Traveled in March 2016
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    Hey Yanell, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an amazing time. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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    Kathleen

    Asked on June 5th, 2024

    Where to start in London, airport or hotel, and what time?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten June 2024

      Starting time in London falls between 4:45 a.m. and 6:45 a.m. A pre-night in London is required. You will convene at the Royal National Hotel courtyard, followed by a ferry crossing from Dover to Calais, with an anticipated arrival at the Paris hotel early evening.

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    Robin

    Asked on April 14th, 2024

    Are you flexible with age 53 and 60 years old? For November 22-30.

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten April 2024

      We would like to inform you that Contiki Tours has a strict age restriction policy, and participants must be between the ages of 18 to 35 years old to join our tours.

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    Jose

    Asked on December 30th, 2023

    What is the ideal time to arrive at the London airport? Does the tour guide meet us there? what exactly does the first day look like upon arrival. What is seen on day one of the tour? When traveling on this tour, how is luggage handled? Are hostels co ed? If i am traveling with a partner is there room to upgrade from hostel? are breakfast and dinners included with the group? what are the methods of transportation other than the ferry from England to france?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten January 2024

      The trip will start at approximately 4:45-6:45 a.m. A pre-night is required for this trip. All travelers will meet at the London Royal National Hotel courtyard, followed by a ferry crossing from Dover to Calais. Early evening arrival at a Paris hotel. Accommodation is multi-share only. 7 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included. All travelers would need to carry their own suitcase from the coach to their hotel room.

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    Joan

    Asked on October 4th, 2023

    interested in booking this tour but would like to know the hotels they will be staying at. Would also like to know the start and end airports of the tour as will need to book their flights accordingly

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2023

      As the trip finishes in Barcelona, BCN would be the best airport to fly out of. We recommend flying into LHR if starting in London. We can't advise the hotel list, but do recommend to check the itinerary on our website as the properties stated on there, is where we usually stay or would be similar style

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    Nicole

    Asked on November 2nd, 2022

    Why is the price $1700 instead of $1200?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten November 2022

      The price for our London to Barcelona Quest for 06-Jan-2023 in a multi-share is USD 1,769.00 per person. Not sure to where you saw the $1200 from. Our prices are subject to change and availability.

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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Spain. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before April 11th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 11th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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