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European Escapade (Standard, Summer, Start London)

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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London to Paris

    Meals
    Dinner (Included dinner with group - French cuisine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Paris evening city tour
    • Included dinner in Paris
    Landmarks
    White Cliffs of Dover
    Valley of the Somme
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  2. Day 2

    Paris

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Parisian feast in Montmartre
    • Iconic Parisian cabaret show
    • Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral
    • Louvre Museum exploration
    • Shopping in Paris (haute couture and vintage stores)
    Landmarks
    Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Louvre
    Sacré-Cœur Basilica
    Montmartre
  3. Day 3

    Paris to Swiss Alps

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Schützenbach (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Walk around town and admire the landscape
    • Purchase Swiss chocolate
    Landmarks
    Burgundy wine region
  4. Day 4

    Swiss Alps

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Schützenbach (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Jungfrau mountain excursion - €169.00 per adult (3,454 meters/11,300 feet via cog railway, 7 km through tunnel to highest railway station in Europe, UNESCO World Heritage site)
    Landmarks
    Jungfrau
  5. Day 5

    Swiss Alps to Beaujolais Wine Region via Geneva

    Meals
    Dinner (Dinner and wine tasting at the château)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Included dinner and wine tasting at the château
    Landmarks
    Geneva water fountain
    UN Headquarters
  6. Day 6

    Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Tapas and evening exploration of Barcelona
    Landmarks
    Pyrenees mountains
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Barcelona

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Gothic Quarter exploration
    • Montjuic hilltop visit
    • Swimming in the Mediterranean Sea
    • Flamenco show
    Landmarks
    Gothic Quarter
    Montjuic
  8. Day 8

    Barcelona to French Riviera via Arles

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

    Optional Activities

    • View ancient Roman Arena in Arles
    • Explore provincial French town of Arles
    Landmarks
    Roman Arena of Arles
  9. Day 9

    French Riviera

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

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Royal Palace
    • See Monte Carlo Casino
    • Free evening in Monaco
    Landmarks
    Royal Palace
    Monte Carlo Casino
    Côte d'Azur
  10. Day 10

    French Riviera to Florence via Pisa

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Firenze Certosa Village (or similar)), Hotel (Hotel Re Dama (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Tuscan feast in Florence
    • Dancing in Florence
    Landmarks
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
    Duomo Cathedral
    Itinerary Image 1
  11. Day 11

    Florence to Rome

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hostel Trustever (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Leather craft demonstration in Florence
    • Tour of Rome including Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps
    Landmarks
    Trevi Fountain
    Spanish Steps
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Rome

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hostel Trustever (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Colosseum exploration and gladiator history
    • Italian espresso and people-watching
    Landmarks
    Colosseum
  13. Day 13

    Rome to Venice

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Find dinner in Venice
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  14. Day 14

    Venice

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Private boat tour through Venice canals to historic city center

    Optional Activities

    • Gondola ride
  15. Day 15

    Venice to Austrian Tyrol

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Welcome evening and exploration of the Gasthof setting
    Landmarks
    Dolomite Mountains
  16. Day 16

    Austrian Tyrol

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Bike tour through green mountains and waterfalls
    • Tandem paragliding - €149.00 per adult (maximum weight limit 115kg, requires warm clothing and walking shoes)
    • Mountain gondola ride
    • Relaxation at the Gasthof with hot chocolate
  17. Day 17

    Austrian Tyrol to Munich

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    Hotel (Ramada Encore by Wyndham Munich Messe (or similar)), Hotel (Wombat's Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Munich
    • Visit to traditional Bavarian beer hall

    Optional Activities

    • Bike tour through Munich
    Landmarks
    Glockenspiel
  18. Day 18

    Munich to Prague via Pilsen

    Meals
    Dinner (Authentic Czech dinner with dumplings, goulash, and local beer)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Prague's Old Town with Charles Bridge and astronomical clock
    • Included authentic Czech dinner with dumplings, goulash, and local beer

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Pilsen's architecture and underground tunnels
    Landmarks
    Charles Bridge
    Astronomical Clock
    Itinerary Image 1
  19. Day 19

    Prague

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Prague including Castle District
    • Visit to St Vitus Cathedral
    Landmarks
    St Vitus Cathedral
    Prague Castle District
  20. Day 20

    Prague to Berlin

    Meals
    Dinner (Included dinner in Berlin)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Berlin's key historic sites
    • Included dinner in Berlin

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Dresden's Opera House, Frauenkirche, and Royal Residence
    Landmarks
    Frauenkirche
    Royal Residence
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  21. Day 21

    Berlin

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Historical walking tour including Checkpoint Charlie and Hitler's bunker
    • Alternative walking tour of street art and counter-culture
    • Berlin nightlife exploration (underground raves and cocktail lounges)
    Landmarks
    Checkpoint Charlie
  22. Day 22

    Berlin to Amsterdam

    Meals
    Dinner (Included dinner in Amsterdam)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Included dinner in Amsterdam

    Optional Activities

    • A'DAM tower 'Over the Edge' swing experience
    Landmarks
    A'DAM Tower
    Itinerary Image 1
  23. Day 23

    Amsterdam

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Quirky museums exploration
    • Cuisine sampling
  24. Day 24

    Amsterdam to London

    Included Activities

    • Transfer to Schiphol Airport
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    August 9th, 2024
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    This was the best tour! Demi did a great job of teaching us about where we were traveling to and the history for each...
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    Thanks a lot for sharing your excellent experience with us. We're so excited to hear that your trip manager made such a great impression and that you had a fantastic journey. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next trip.
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    August 9th, 2024
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    Really well organized and got to see lots of amazing places. Demi taught us a bit about each location as we ot there...
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    Thank you for sharing your review, we are thrilled to hear you had amazing experiences with us. We hope to welcome you again.
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    July 25th, 2024
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    July 22nd, 2024
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    Dem was the best Trip Manager ever!!! She was so prepared, organised and just a lovely person! There was nothing Dem...
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    Thanks a lot for sharing your valuable feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our Trip Manager. At Contiki, we specialise in creating unforgettable moments through social travel experiences. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we'll be sure to pass them along to our Trip Manager.
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    Thank you for taking this adventure with us, we hope to welcome you back again.
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    July 22nd, 2024
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    It was the most unreal experience of my life and I would recommend Contiki to everyone
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  • European Escapade (Standard, Summer, Start London) reviewer 7
    June 13th, 2024
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    It was really good. You're really on the go though and if you are not good at early morning rises, this might not be...
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    We are so happy to learn of the new friendships you have formed and the adventures you took with us. We hope to welcome you back on tour with us again.
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    Tom

    Asked on January 13th, 2026

    do you have installment plan, please let me know how will im going to pay.

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten January 2026

      Full payment is required 60 days prior to departure. If your chosen departure date is still outside of this final payment deadline, you do have the option to pay in installments for your convenience. You may continue making partial payments toward your balance at any time, as long as the full amount is settled before the 60-day deadline.

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    Janet

    Asked on January 2nd, 2026

    Was wondering if there is an option to do laundry on this trip & how many miles a day walking is it?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten January 2026

      Many of our accommodations offer laundry facilities for a small fee, including detergent. If you'd like to save, you can bring your own laundry powder. If your accommodation doesn't have laundry service, your Trip Manager will be happy to help you find a local laundrette.

      Regarding walking distances, this tour involves a moderate amount of walking during sightseeing and optional activities, but exact mileage can vary day to day. We recommend bringing comfortable shoes for exploring cities and attractions.

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      Janet

      TravelerWritten January 2026

      I am 67 & my husband is 69 so this tour would not be for us as it is geared toward young people?

    • ContikiOperatorWritten January 2026

      Unfortunately, as your age does not meet this requirement, we regret to inform you that we are unable to proceed with your reservation for a Contiki tour. 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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    Tara

    Asked on June 16th, 2025

    Where does the tour start and end in London?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten June 2025

      The trip starts around 04:45-06:45AM and ends approximately 18:30 at London Royal National Hotel. On day 1, travelers meet at London Royal National Hotel courtyard. On the last day, there's a complimentary return transfer to London by ferry. Post-night accommodation will be required as arrival at London hotel will be around 18:30.

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