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European Highlights (Start London, Classic)

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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
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London to Paris

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit White Cliffs of Dover
    • Ferry crossing to Calais
    • Travel through Valley of the Somme battlefields
    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))

    Optional Activities

    • Notre-Dame Cathedral visit
    • Louvre Museum visit
    • Shopping at designer stores
    • Shopping at French vintage stores
    • Parisian feast dinner in Montmartre
    • Iconic Parisian cabaret show
    Landmarks
    Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Louvre
    Sacré-Cœur Basilica
    Montmartre
  3. Day 3

    Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region via Fontainebleau

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Included meal at a local restaurant, accompanied by local wine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Château Fontainebleau
    • Explore Château Fontainebleau gardens
    • Wine tasting at château winery
    • Included dinner at local restaurant with local wine
    Landmarks
    Château de Fontainebleau
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  4. Day 4

    Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Villa Saint Exupery Beach (or similar)), Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
  5. Day 5

    French Riviera (Including Monaco City)

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

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive along Côte d'Azur
    • Visit Monaco City
    Landmarks
    Monte Carlo Casino
    Royal Palace
  6. Day 6

    French Riviera to Florence via Pisa

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Auto Park (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Mirage (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Re Dama (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa

    Optional Activities

    • Free Time Add-On dinner in Florence with olives, pastas, focaccia, meats, and wine
    Landmarks
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
    Duomo Cathedral
  7. Day 7

    Florence to Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa San Juan (or similar)), Hotel (Hostel Trustever (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of traditional leather art in Florence
    • Explore heritage streets of Florence

    Optional Activities

    • Free time to roam Florence
  8. Day 8

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa San Juan (or similar)), Hotel (Hostel Trustever (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Discover Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators
  9. Day 9

    Rome to Venice

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

    Included Activities

    • Private boat ride through Venice canals

    Optional Activities

    • Gondola ride
    Landmarks
    St. Mark's Square
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  10. Day 10

    Venice to Munich via Tyrol

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ramada Encore by Wyndham Munich Messe (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore peaceful gardens
    • Visit legendary beer halls
    • Bike tour of Munich
    Landmarks
    Glockenspiel
  11. Day 11

    Munich to Rhine Valley via Dachau

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Montag Sankt Goar (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tasting in Rhine Valley
    Landmarks
    Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
  12. Day 12

    Rhine Valley to Amsterdam via Edam

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

    Included Activities

    • Cycling in Edam countryside
    • Visit windmills in Edam

    Optional Activities

    • A'DAM lookout swing observation deck
    Landmarks
    Edam windmills
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  13. Day 13

    Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner with Contiki fam at a Dutch farm followed by a classic Amsterdam canal cruise)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Dinner at Dutch farm
    • Amsterdam canal cruise

    Optional Activities

    • Explore quirky museums
    • Sample cuisines throughout the city
  14. Day 14

    Amsterdam to London

    Meals
    Breakfast
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4.6
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  • Itinerary
    4.6
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.2
  • Food
    4.3
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  • N
    October 20th, 2025
    I went on the European Highlights tour with the absolute gems, Courtney, our trip manager and Marius, our driver....
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    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you very much for travelling with us and for sharing such a thoughtful and enthusiastic review. We are delighted to hear that your European Highlights tour was such a memorable and enjoyable experience. It is wonderful to know that the Trip Manager made such a positive impact with her knowledge, humour and reliability, keeping everyone informed and comfortable throughout the journey. We are equally pleased that the Coach Driver provided a calm, cheerful and skilful presence on the road. Their teamwork clearly contributed to making your trip smooth and stress-free. We are thrilled that you were able to enjoy both the included experiences and optional excursions, and that your group felt like a family by the end of the tour. Your recommendation means a great deal, and we hope to welcome you on another unforgettable adventure in the future.
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  • A
    August 26th, 2025
    trip was organised & well curated to ensure everyone had a good experience
    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for being our guest and taking this adventure with us. We hope you will travel with us again.
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  • W
    August 18th, 2025
    From start to finish every day had great trips, food and views. Every day we knew timings and how the whole day was...
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    Traveled in May 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for sharing your kind feedback. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your trip from beginning to end and that each day offered memorable experiences, wonderful food and beautiful views. It is also lovely to know that the clear communication around timings and daily plans helped you feel well informed and relaxed throughout your journey. We truly value your comments and look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future.
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  • K
    August 18th, 2025
    The tour was everything i wanted and more, Courtney made the trip so special
    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for travelling with us, we hope you will join us again soon.
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  • European Highlights (Start London, Classic) reviewer 5
    August 18th, 2025
    Courtney is amazing! She has so much knowledge to share at every destination and is a genuine person and tour guide....
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    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for the great feedback and excellent ratings.
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  • European Highlights (Start London, Classic) reviewer 6
    August 18th, 2025
    Courtney is the best trip manager!! Very informative, funny and made sure we all had the best experience.
    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for join us for the fun we hope you will travel with us again soon.
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  • European Highlights (Start London, Classic) reviewer 7
    August 18th, 2025
    Absolutely the best fun with the best crew and the best tour manager ever Courtney 😃
    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for being our adventure buddy, lets hope you will join us again.
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  • T
    June 5th, 2024
    European horizon tour with Rhi was great. The tour took us to places I wanted to go and the information given by our...
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    Traveled in July 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    We are so pleased to hear about your great experience, thank you for the recommendation. We hope to welcome you back soon.
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  • A
    June 5th, 2024
    The European tour with Rhi was great. Spent enough time at each place and the information given about the history was...
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    Traveled in July 2023
  • J
    June 1st, 2024
    I did a european Magic, contikitour with rhianna in 2023, from Londen to Londen. Her energie and positivety was...
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    Traveled in July 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for travelling with us. We are so pleased you enjoyed this adventure. It is excellent to receive acknowledgement for Trip Manager's' hard work. We hope you will join us for your next adventure.
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    Joan

    Asked on March 18th, 2026

    For this tour would I be able to have a vegan option for these meals? What are these meals consisting of generally?

    Meals
    • ContikiOperatorWritten March 2026

      You can certainly note your dietary request. Contiki always tries its best to cater and assist with special diet needs, including vegan.

      For this tour, here's how meals generally work:

      Included dinners: We offer choice wherever possible, so guests can select from different menus. Our suppliers are required to cater to special diets to the best of their ability.

      Breakfasts: Typically continental style (breads, spreads, cereals, fruit, coffee/tea). Vegan alternatives are arranged where available.

      Free nights: You'll have the flexibility to choose any restaurant or cuisine you prefer, which makes it easy to find vegan-friendly options in major European cities.

      Suppliers: We change suppliers regularly depending on events, hotel locations, and availability. Unless a venue is specifically named in the itinerary copy, we may use different suppliers based on operational needs.

      So yes, vegan options can be provided, but the exact meals will vary depending on the city and supplier. The important part is that your request will be noted and accommodated to the best possible standard.

    • J

      Joan

      TravelerWritten March 2026

      I am wondering are we able to go off tour and then come back. There's an event I would like to go to in Manchester May 1. Would I be able to catch a plane there and another one back to meet with the tour?

    • ContikiOperatorWritten March 2026

      For this tour, guests are expected to remain with the group throughout the itinerary. The tour is carefully timed, with coach travel, hotel check-ins, and sightseeing arranged day by day. Because of this, going off tour independently (such as flying to Manchester for an event) is not ideal as you would miss scheduled activities and it would disrupt the group logistics.

      If attending the event is a priority, the best option would be to either:

      - Join a different departure date that doesn't overlap with May 1, or
      - Arrange your own travel independently outside of the Contiki tour framework.

      Your Trip Manager will confirm daily schedules, but once the tour begins, participants are expected to join the set route and timing.

      Alternatively, you may also coordinate with the Trip Manager, who can provide guidance regarding your personal plans during the tour.

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    Donald

    Asked on February 23rd, 2026

    What is the availability and total cost for the London-Paris-Rome tour for 2 persons departing 06-July-2026 to 19th-July-2026?

    Price / Availability
    • ContikiOperatorWritten February 2026

      Contiki tours are exclusively for travellers aged 18 to 35. If your travellers fall within this age range, the closest available departure that matches their preferred timing is 07–20 July 2026. If they are outside the age range, we'd be happy to offer an alternative with Costsaver. The closest departure date for the European Experience tour is 05–18 July 2026.

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    Erin

    Asked on February 15th, 2026

    Im with 2 kids of 15 and 4, I dont want to visit Spain and UK, France also u can skip. Suggest me a chepeast option that covers Italy, Swiz and Germany and one or two other countries as well

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten February 2026

      Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate. As you are outside this age range, you would not be eligible to join the trip. However, we have several sister brands that offer fantastic travel experiences from 5 years old and above age restrictions: Trafalgar, Costsaver, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, Luxury Gold. These brands provide a wide range of tours and travel styles that cater to different interests and preferences, ensuring a memorable and comfortable journey for all ages from 5 years old and above.

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    Brandon

    Asked on January 28th, 2026

    It says the age range is 18-36, no older people are allowed? Why?

    Age Range
    • ContikiOperatorWritten January 2026

      Contiki tours have an age restriction, and guests must be between 18-35 years old to be eligible to join. Contiki offers trips for this age bracket in order to keep a group dynamic a certain way. It is also because certain elements of the trip, whether that be an activity or accommodation, are tailored to younger travellers. However, we would like to recommend one of our sister brands - CostSaver which is open to all ages, and may be a great fit for you. CostSaver has all essentials taken care of with the flexibility of 1000 Choice Experiences, to tailor your trip with your way. Alternatively, you could look at any of our other Tour Brands such as Trafalgar, Insight or Luxury Gold.

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    Bill

    Asked on January 22nd, 2026

    How much will increase my trip to Europe if I select double bed for my husband and I? I don't want to share a room with nobody.

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten January 2026

      For this particular tour, the only available rooming option is multi-share accommodation, with a maximum of 6 travellers of the same gender in hostels or hotels. At this time, double/private room upgrades are not offered.

      The cost per person for the 09-May-2026 departure is $2,180.25, inclusive of the Worldwide Sale 2026 promotion.

      Pricing may vary according to the departure date, with availability and rates subject to change until a booking is created. Promotions are likewise subject to availability.

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    Barbara

    Asked on October 19th, 2025

    How many flights are required for this tour? My clients are traveling from Mexico City and want to know the number of flights needed during the tour or if it's just Amsterdam to London.

    Flights / Transfers
    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2025

      This tour does not include any flights during the itinerary itself; all travel between destinations is by coach. Flights Required: Before the tour: Your clients will need to book a flight from Mexico City to London. After the tour: They'll need a flight from London back to Mexico City. During the tour: No flights are required between cities. Contiki handles all transportation via coach.

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    Philip

    Asked on September 11th, 2023

    Is it strictly under 35yo?

    Age Range
    • ContikiOperatorWritten September 2023

      Contiki trips are strictly for passengers ages 18-35. For similar trips, we recommend checking out our sister brands like Costsaver and Trafalgar.

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  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types L, C, E, F, D, M, G. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for types L, C, E, F, D, M. As a traveler from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types L, C, E, F, G.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Germany. Ideally 6 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • 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.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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    • For any tour departing before July 15th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 15th, 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.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Contiki will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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