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European Discovery (Winter, Start Amsterdam, Classic)

12 days
From Amsterdam to London
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Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
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Group Size 1 - 42
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London to Amsterdam

    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • View the White Cliffs of Dover
    • Ferry crossing from Dover to Calais
    • Travel through Belgium to Amsterdam
    • Dinner in Amsterdam
    Landmarks
    White Cliffs of Dover
    Calais
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  2. Day 2

    Amsterdam

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South (or similar)), Hotel (Ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Visit STRAAT museum (located in former NDSM shipyard)
    • Dinner in the fishing village of Volendam
    • Amsterdam canal cruise with onboard bar
    Landmarks
    STRAAT Museum
    Volendam
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  3. Day 3

    Amsterdam to Rhine Valley

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

    Optional Activities

    • River cruise on the Rhine
    • Wine-tasting experience in the Rhine Valley
    Landmarks
    Rhine Valley
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  4. Day 4

    Rhine Valley to Munich via Dinkelsbühl

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Wyndham Garden Munich Messe (or similar)), Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Munich City West (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive along Romantische Straße (Germany's most scenic route)
    • Visit to Dinkelsbühl medieval town
    • Stop at traditional Bavarian Bier Halle in Munich
    • Local stein store visit to learn about German stein craftsmanship
    • View the world's largest free-hanging Cuckoo-clock

    Optional Activities

    • Explore side streets of Dinkelsbühl on foot
    • Beer hall experience with stein of beer or pork knuckle
    Landmarks
    Dinkelsbühl
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  5. Day 5

    Munich to Venice

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Venice Palace (or similar)), Hotel (Villa Patriarca (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Riviera dei Dogi (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Cross the Bavarian Alps
    • Private Motoscafo speedboat ride to Venice

    Optional Activities

    • Gondola rides
    • Venetian dinners
    Landmarks
    Venice
    Bavarian Alps
  6. Day 6

    Venice to Rome via Baschi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Casale Polegri including crunchy bruschetta topped with homemade extra virgin olive oil, focaccia bread with homegrown rosemary and vegetables, risotto or pasta, homemade wine, and dessert)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pineta Palace Hotel Roma (or similar)), Hotel (iH Hotels Roma Z3 (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Casale Polegri vineyard and olive orchard in Baschi
    • Guided tour of vineyards and olive orchards at Casale Polegri
    • Included lunch at Casale Polegri with homemade wine
    • Explore Rome's ancient monuments and sights by night
    Landmarks
    Casale Polegri
    Baschi
    Rome
  7. Day 7

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Pineta Palace Hotel Roma (or similar)), Hotel (iH Hotels Roma Z3 (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Rome's sights and landmarks

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of the Colosseum
    • Optional food tour in Rome
    Landmarks
    Colosseum
    Rome
  8. Day 8

    Rome to Florence

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Auto Park (or similar)), Hotel (B&B Hotel Firenze Novoli (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Locally guided walking tour of Florence
    • Visit Duomo Cathedral
    • Visit Basilica Santa Croce
    • Visit Giotto's Bell Tower
    • Visit the Baptistery
    • Visit Piazza della Signoria
    • Learn the art of leather

    Optional Activities

    • Tuscan dinner
    Landmarks
    Duomo Cathedral
    Basilica Santa Croce
    Giotto's Bell Tower
    Baptistery of Florence
    Piazza della Signoria
  9. Day 9

    Florence to Lucerne

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Budget Luzern City (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Wooden Chapel Bridge
    • Visit Lion Monument
    Landmarks
    Wooden Chapel Bridge
    Lion Monument
    Swiss Alps
  10. Day 10

    Lucerne to Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Coach transfer to Paris
    • Evening orientation tour with Trip Manager
    Landmarks
    Eiffel Tower
    Paris
  11. Day 11

    Paris

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore Paris landmarks including Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées and Notre-Dame Cathedral
    • Fragrance lesson at a Parisian perfume house

    Optional Activities

    • Iconic cabaret show with dinner
    Landmarks
    Eiffel Tower
    Arc de Triomphe
    Louvre
    Champs-Élysées
    Notre-Dame Cathedral
  12. Day 12

    Paris to London

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Complimentary transfer to CDG airport OR coach transfer back to London
    Landmarks
    Paris
    London
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4.8
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  • Itinerary
    4.9
  • Transport
    4.9
  • Guide
    4.9
  • Accommodation
    4.4
  • Food
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  • European Discovery (Winter, Start Amsterdam, Classic) reviewer 1
    June 25th, 2025
    Too much walking in the scorching sun. We have to find our own transport several times
    Traveled in June 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that certain aspects of your experience did not meet your expectations. In particular, we understand how challenging it must have been to navigate long walks in the scorching heat, and we sincerely regret any discomfort this caused. Your wellbeing is important to us, and we’ll be reviewing this feedback with our Operations Team to see where adjustments might be made, especially during high-temperature periods. We’re also very sorry that you had to arrange your own transport on several occasions. Our aim is to provide a seamless and relaxing travel experience, and we regret that this part of your journey fell short. We’ll look into the details to understand what may have led to this and ensure clearer arrangements and communication for future travellers. Thank you again for your honest comments they help us to improve. We do hope that, despite these concerns, there were still moments of enjoyment during your tour, and that we may have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future under more comfortable circumstances.
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  • J
    March 12th, 2025
    Very organized, could have had more included add ons and interactions with the group.
    Traveled in January 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, we appreciate your suggestions and will share them with our Product Development Team.
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  • M
    February 17th, 2025
    This tour with all its sights and activities was great! But it was truly our guide Bailey & our driver Tomasz that...
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    Traveled in February 2025
    Reply from: Contiki
    We appreciate your feedback and are delighted that you found the services provided by our On The Road Team exceptional. Their dedication is invaluable to our company, and we are fully committed to ensuring the best possible experience for our clients.
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  • European Discovery (Winter, Start Amsterdam, Classic) reviewer 4
    December 18th, 2024
    An unforgettable experience! I can't speak highly enough of how well organised, interesting and diverse the itinerary...
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    Traveled in June 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    It’s great that your Trip Manager did such a fantastic job and made the trip so smooth, and we hope you made tons of great memories and new friendships. Thank you for taking this adventure with us.
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  • M
    December 18th, 2024
    Our guide Ri and her incredible passion and enthusiasm for travelling made our trip one to remember! Her cheerful and...
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    Traveled in June 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We’re excited to hear that you had an amazing time on your trip and that our Trip Manager made a great impact on your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your adventure companion; your feedback is truly valued and essential to our mission
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  • A
    December 18th, 2024
    What a fabulous trip! I can't speak highly enough of how well organised and diverse the experience was. Our guide...
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    Traveled in June 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We are pleased to learn that you had a wonderful time on your trip and that our Trip Manager played a positive role in enhancing your experience. We sincerely appreciate your choice of Contiki as your adventure partner, and your feedback is invaluable to us.
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  • F
    December 17th, 2024
    I had an unforgettable Contiki tour through Europe, and I have to give a special shout-out to our incredible tour...
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    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We’re excited to hear that you had an amazing time on your trip and that our Trip Manager made a great impact on your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your adventure companion; your feedback is truly valued and essential to our mission.
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  • A
    December 17th, 2024
    I had an unforgettable Contiki tour through Europe, and I have to give a special shout-out to our incredible tour...
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    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're so glad to hear you had an awesome time on your trip and that our Trip Manager made it even better for you! Thanks for picking Contiki to be your adventure buddy; we really appreciate your feedback
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  • S
    December 17th, 2024
    I had the pleasure of traveling with Rianna, and without a doubt, she deserves to win Tour Guide of the Year. From...
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    Traveled in July 2024
  • A
    December 9th, 2024
    Ri made the tour fun and was very educational
    Traveled in July 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for taking this adventure with us. We hope to welcome you back again.
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    Esther

    Asked on December 16th, 2025

    How are the accomodations, are the Hotels in the city or outside of the cities? Are we moving in charters bus or trains? I have read reviews that it is busses and not trains which means there is a lot of wasted time. So please clarify. Kindly.

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten December 2025

      Typically, the accommodation uses on this tour is 2.5-3.5 start hotels. Many hotels sit just outside city centers; quite a few are close to public transport. Mostly, this tour will travel via motorcoach bus and a return ferry to London on the last day. No train, however, there's no wasted time—our itinerary is designed so that the journey itself becomes part of the experience. Along the way, we make scenic stops and include sightseeing or activities, so you'll get to explore and enjoy different highlights during the travel segments.

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    Bruce

    Asked on July 25th, 2025

    I am a Kenyan yearning to travel and enjoy this Europe trip with my spouse. Kindly requesting more information on the payments, and transport details during the trip. Also, is it possible to give an estimate extra expenditure during the trip per person. My wife and myself are 43 years but I have seen this trip to be for below 39. Do you have the same trip plan for above 40 years?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten July 2025

      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. We have several sister brands that offer fantastic travel experiences without age restrictions, which may be a perfect fit for you: Insight Vacations European Discovery.

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    Brenda

    Asked on May 19th, 2025

    Do you have a tour that I can enjoy 3 days in a location before moving in to the other. Instead of rushing each place. I have 2 weeks I would like to enjoy

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten May 2025

      To help us refine our search, do you have a specific place or city in mind that you'd like to visit? We can check for available tours that match your preferences. If you also have a preferred travel date, please let us know, and we'll find the best options for you!

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    Donna

    Asked on March 19th, 2025

    if the age range says 18 to 35 does that mean older people cant go? Or is it just a suggestion?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten March 2025

      If 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 without age restrictions, which may be a perfect fit for you: 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.

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    Liz

    Asked on March 9th, 2025

    can they do this tour?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten March 2025

      Our Contiki tours have an age restriction, and guests must be between 18 and 35 years old to join. Since your kids are 17 and 15, they would not be eligible for our tour. However, I recommend considering our open age sister brands, such as Trafalgar, Costsaver, Brendan Vacations, Insight Vacations, and Luxury Gold.

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    Jamie

    Asked on December 12th, 2024

    I am interested in this package. But not enitre package. Meaning I would like to join the package from German city and leave in Paris. Is that doable? If so, what the cost will be?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten December 2024

      You can join the tour in Germany and leave in Paris, however, there will be no change on the price or refund on the unused portion of the tour.

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    Cathy

    Asked on November 9th, 2024

    Just wanted to ask about this date. I'm in Denmark the day before and was wondering if it was possible to meet at the hotel and miss the first part of the tour

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten November 2024

      We would like to confirm whether you intend to join the group at the hotel in Amsterdam rather than in London?

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    Tamara

    Asked on October 31st, 2024

    if I'm from Amsterdam, can I join this trip and will the price still be the same?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2024

      The price for the tour will remain the same as for other travelers.

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    Carl

    Asked on October 28th, 2024

    Are prices based on double occupancy? And is the transportation provided from one city to the next, on the itinerary?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2024

      The advertised prices are based on twin room occupancy. If you're considering traveling alone or would like a single room, please let me know, and I'd be happy to provide you with a quote for that option. In terms of transportation, it is included in the package. All transfers between cities, as outlined in the itinerary, will be taken care of during the tour.

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    Adrian

    Asked on October 20th, 2024

    I would like to request a quote for a weekend getaway for my family. We are initially interested in the Lake Como area, including, if possible, a one-way trip on the Bernina Express. We have a credit of 800 euros and our total budget would be around 1,000 €. We are open to other European destinations, preferably close to Spain, with the trip ideally taking place at the end of October or the beginning of November. We are looking for the planning and booking process to be as quick and simple as possible.

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten October 2024

      We are very excited to hear from you! Before we answer your question, may we know the age of each traveller. Please be advised that Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.

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    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types L, J, G. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for types L, J.

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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Germany.Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before July 11th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 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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