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European Quest (Summer, Start London, Classic)

25 days
Start and end in London
4.7
143 traveler reviews

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Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 42
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London to Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Night tour of Paris city lit up by lights
    • View White Cliffs of Dover
    • Explore World War I battlefields in Valley of the Somme
    Landmarks
    White Cliffs of Dover
    Valley of the Somme
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  2. Day 2

    Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral
    • Visit the Louvre

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner and cabaret show
    Landmarks
    Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Louvre
  3. Day 3

    Paris to Bordeaux

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Budget Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Miroir d'eau (water mirror) in Bordeaux

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tasting or vineyard tour
    Landmarks
    Miroir d'eau
  4. Day 4

    Bordeaux to San Sebastian

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Koisi Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit aquarium with views of Isla de Santa Clara
    Landmarks
    Isla de Santa Clara
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    San Sebastian

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Koisi Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Parte Vieja
    • Visit Playa de la Concha
    • Explore Centro Romántico
    Landmarks
    Parte Vieja
    Playa de la Concha
  6. Day 6

    San Sebastian to Barcelona

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit baroque Basilica with Islamic and Gothic architecture
    • Explore Barcelona Gothic Quarter
    • Access Barcelona beach
    Landmarks
    Barcelona Gothic Quarter
    Barcelona Beach
  7. Day 7

    Barcelona

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sagrada Familia

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Parc Güell
    • Beach time
    • Tapas and paella dining in backstreets
    Landmarks
    Sagrada Familia
    Parc Güell
  8. Day 8

    Barcelona to French Riviera

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Villa Saint Exupery Beach (or similar))
  9. Day 9

    French Riviera to Monaco

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Villa Saint Exupery Beach (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Monte Carlo Casino
    • Visit Royal Palace in Monaco
    Landmarks
    Monte Carlo Casino
    Royal Palace
  10. Day 10

    French Riviera to Cinque Terre to Pisa

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (B&B Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Rail pass provided to explore Cinque Terre villages

    Optional Activities

    • Hiking in Cinque Terre
    • Food crawl in Cinque Terre
    • Wine tasting in Cinque Terre
    Landmarks
    Cinque Terre National Park
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  11. Day 11

    Pisa to Florence

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Auto Park (or similar)), Hotel (A&O Florence (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
    • Leather-working demonstration

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Pisa markets
    • View Michelangelo artworks in Florence
    Landmarks
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
  12. Day 12

    Florence to Sorrento

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
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  13. Day 13

    Sorrento to Capri

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Sorrento historical centre
    • Stroll along Sorrento cliffs

    Optional Activities

    • Capri island cruise with swim stops and coastline views
    • Taste local gnocchi
    Landmarks
    Capri
  14. Day 14

    Sorrento to Rome via Amalfi Coast and Pompeii

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hostel Trustever (or similar)), Hotel (Generator Rome (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Pompeii Roman city remains
    • View Mt. Vesuvius
    • Explore Rome's famous sights
    Landmarks
    Amalfi Coast
    Pompeii
    Mt. Vesuvius
    Itinerary Image 1
  15. Day 15

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Yellow (or similar)), Hotel (Generator Rome (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Rome including Colosseum area
    Landmarks
    Colosseum
  16. Day 16

    Rome to Verona to Venice

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Romeo and Juliet balcony in Verona
    • Visit Roman Arena in Verona
    Landmarks
    Roman Arena
    Itinerary Image 1
  17. Day 17

    Venice

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Private boat tour through Venice canals

    Optional Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Venice
    • Gondola ride
    Landmarks
    Venice Canals
  18. Day 18

    Venice to Salzburg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Authentic Austrian Dinner prepared by local farm hosts)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (A&O Salzburg (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Hohensalzburg fortress
    • Authentic Austrian Dinner on local farm
    Landmarks
    Hohensalzburg
    Itinerary Image 1
  19. Day 19

    Salzburg to Prague

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Prague's castles, bridges and gothic cathedrals
    • Sample traditional fruit dumplings
    Itinerary Image 1
  20. Day 20

    Prague

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Prague's Gothic architecture
    • Access Prague markets and antiques
    • Old Town exploration

    Optional Activities

    • Shop for Bohemian beads and amber jewelry
    • Visit roof bar for cocktails with city views
    • Local beer tasting
    Landmarks
    Charles Bridge
    Wenceslas Square
    Old Town Square
    Astronomical Clock
    Prague Castle District
  21. Day 21

    Prague to Dresden to Berlin

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dresden's Baroque architecture, Frauenkirche, Royal Residence and Opera House
    • View Berlin Wall remains
    Landmarks
    Frauenkirche
    Royal Residence
    Berlin Wall Remains
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  22. Day 22

    Berlin

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Berlin's iconic sites including Checkpoint Charlie

    Optional Activities

    • Museum visits
    • Cultural exploration
    • Side street discoveries
    Landmarks
    Checkpoint Charlie
    Tiergarten
    Alexanderplatz
    Russian War Memorial
    Brandenburg Gate
    Reichstag
  23. Day 23

    Berlin to Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Comedy show
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Canals
  24. Day 24

    Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Bar hopping
    • Museum crawling
    • Taste pancakes and frites
    • Group dinner with Contiki family
  25. Day 25

    Amsterdam to Schiphol Airport

    Meals
    Breakfast
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4.7
Overall rating based on 143 Reviews
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    5.0
  • Transport
    4.9
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.3
  • Food
    4.2
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  • S
    November 7th, 2025
    5.0
    Had the best time, got to see so much over a short time so very busy, dem had so much knowledge about every where we...
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    Traveled in July 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you very much for travelling with us and for sharing your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time and were able to see so much, even within a short and busy itinerary. It is fantastic to know that our team’s knowledge enhanced your experience and that you felt safe and well supported throughout, particularly on your first trip overseas alone. Your comfort and confidence are very important to us, and we are thrilled that you felt in safe hands the entire time. Thank you once again for choosing to travel with us. We hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future.
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  • European Quest (Summer, Start London, Classic) reviewer 2
    December 18th, 2024
    5.0
    Riana is an amazing tour guide. She has huge knowledge about the places and she shares that with the travelers. She...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for your sharing your kind words about the Trip Manager and your experience. Thanks for being our adventure buddy.
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    December 18th, 2024
    5.0
    Riana is an amazing tour guide. She has huge knowledge about the places and she shares that with the travelers. She...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for your great feedback and travelling with us. We hope to see you again soon.
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  • European Quest (Summer, Start London, Classic) reviewer 4
    September 14th, 2024
    5.0
    Courtney was fantastic.
    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're so stoked that you had an awesome trip and that our Trip Manager really made a positive impact on your experience. Thanks for choosing Contiki as your adventure buddy. Your feedback means a lot to us.
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  • J
    September 14th, 2024
    5.0
    Amazing tour guide. Going above and beyond to provide tour information to ensure the best experience for all travellers
    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're absolutely thrilled that you had an amazing trip and that our Trip Manager made such a positive impact on your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your adventure companion—we sincerely value your feedback.
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  • Z
    September 14th, 2024
    5.0
    Courtney was the best tour guide we could have had to take us around Europe. Loved her enthusiasm and passion towards...
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    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're thrilled that you enjoyed your trip and our Trip Manager positively impacted your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your adventure companion - we truly value your feedback.
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  • European Quest (Summer, Start London, Classic) reviewer 7
    September 13th, 2024
    5.0
    It was an amazing tour filled with so many great opportunities in general from contiki but Courtney added on so many...
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    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for your feedback. It’s fantastic to read you enjoyed the trip and that the Trip manager positively impacted your experience. Thank you for selecting Contiki as your adventure partner.
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  • M
    September 13th, 2024
    5.0
    Loved my first contiki! Courtney was great! Her tours were interesting, she always had games for long coach rides,...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time on your trip and that our Trip Manager played a key role in making your experience special. Thank you so much for choosing Contiki as your adventure companion - your feedback means the world to us.
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  • C
    September 13th, 2024
    5.0
    I was fortunate enough to have Courtney as my trip manager for the European Quest trip starting 31-05-2024. This was...
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    Traveled in April 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for being our guest and travelling with us. We hope to adventure with you again soon.
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  • R
    September 12th, 2024
    5.0
    Everything was great some how exceeded expectations which were already really high, the itinerary was great got to...
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    Traveled in May 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're delighted that you had a wonderful time on your trip and that our Trip Manager positively impacted your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your adventure companion - your feedback is greatly appreciated.
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    Nick

    Asked on April 18th, 2025

    Wanted to know if trip available for 8 days during mid term holiday in October

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten April 2025

      We have a 10-day option available. Alternatively, if you're looking for an 8-day trip, we offer itineraries that start in London and conclude in a different location.

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    Asked on February 26th, 2025

    Is travel insurance required?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten February 2025

      Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory for all Contiki trips.

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    Joseph

    Asked on February 24th, 2025

    Do you have this tour in Spanish, I need something similar but in Spanish

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten February 2025

      Unfortunately, all our tours are conducted in English, and we do not offer tours in Spanish.

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    Mario

    Asked on February 12th, 2025

    Can I add accommodation before or after the tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, you can request pre or post accommodation based on availability. The prices may vary at the time of booking.

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    Grace

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    What are the requirements for joining the tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten February 2025

      Travelers should meet at the Royal National Hotel in London at the specified time. Be sure to refer to your trip documentation for details.

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    Jill

    Asked on February 8th, 2025

    What do I need to know about flight arrangements?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten February 2025

      It's recommended to avoid making non-refundable flight arrangements until the trip is confirmed.

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    Dean

    Asked on January 13th, 2025

    How can I confirm the cost of the tour I found online?

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      Please confirm the price with our team as it may vary based on your selected dates and availability.

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    Alina

    Asked on November 1st, 2024

    What should I do if my flight is delayed?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten November 2024

      If you're delayed, just inform us, and we will notify the trip manager about your situation.

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    Rick

    Asked on October 27th, 2024

    how many people would be sharing a room for this tour (European Quest Summer, Start London, 25 Days)? If my and my friend wants to be in one separate room, would that be possible (eg pay extra fees?)

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2024

      We only have Multi-Share Room option for this tour which will be shared by a maximum of 6 travellers of the same gender. Apologies as we don't offer separate rooms. Please also be advised that Contiki tours are only for travellers ages 18 to 35 years old.

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    Valeria

    Asked on August 27th, 2024

    Will meals be provided on the tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten August 2024

      Breakfast is included with most pre/post nights, but you should check specific meal inclusions for the actual tour.

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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria.Czech Republic.Germany. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Czech Republic.Spain. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before April 20th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after April 20th, 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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