Itinerary
- Day 1
Barcelona to French Riviera
You'll meet your trip manager and the rest of the group before heading out from Barcelona. The drive takes you along the French Riviera coastline, where you'll see those blue waters and all the upscale charm the region's known for. Dinner's included tonight, and after that the evening is yours to check out the area however you like.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included dinner
Landmarks French Riviera 
- Day 2
French Riviera to Monaco
There's an optional bike ride along the coast early on if you want it. Later you'll explore the area, which is famous for lavender honey, aioli, and rosé wine production. This evening you head to Monaco to see the Monte Carlo Casino and the Royal Palace. You'll return to your accommodation after.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Bike ride along the coastline
- Visit Monte Carlo Casino
- Visit Royal Palace in Monaco
Landmarks Monte Carlo Casino Royal Palace of Monaco - Day 3
Monaco to Cinque Terre to Pisa
You're traveling south to Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage site made up of five fishing villages stacked into the hillside. Your included rail pass lets you move between the villages on your own schedule, so you can hike if that appeals to you, do a food crawl, or try a wine tasting. Later you'll take the train to Pisa for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Rail pass for Cinque Terre villages
Optional Activities
- Hiking in Cinque Terre
- Food crawl in Cinque Terre
- Wine tasting in Cinque Terre
Landmarks Cinque Terre 
- Day 4
Pisa to Florence
Start with the Leaning Tower of Pisa and wander through the city's markets while grabbing gelato. You'll also see Renaissance artworks and watch someone do leather-working. Later you head to Florence. If you're interested, there's an optional traditional Tuscan dinner with antipasti and wine available this evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Florence (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Leather working demonstration
Optional Activities
- Explore Pisa markets
- Free Time Add-On Tuscan dinner with antipasti and wine
- View artworks by Michelangelo and other masters
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa - Day 5
Florence to Sorrento
You're leaving Florence and heading down Italy's coast to Sorrento. By evening you'll be watching the sunset from this seaside town. There's an optional visit to La Sorgente, a family-run mozzarella farm, where you can have an authentic Italian meal with fresh mozzarella, olive oil, and limoncello.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit La Sorgente mozzarella farm for authentic Italian meal
Landmarks Sorrento 
- Day 6
Sorrento to Capri
Today's a day trip to Capri, the island with dramatic cliffs and upscale cafes all over it. You can optionally take a coastal cruise with swimming breaks and great views, or just explore on your own. Back in Sorrento later, you'll check out the historical center and try some local gnocchi for dinner.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Cruise around Capri with swim stops
- Explore Capri's coastline and cafes
- Stroll along Sorrento's cliffs
- Explore Sorrento's historical center
- Local gnocchi dinner in Sorrento
Landmarks Capri - Day 7
Sorrento to Pompeii to Rome
You'll start with views of the Amalfi Coast as you travel. Then there's a guided walk through Pompeii, where you'll see the Roman ruins preserved from when Mount Vesuvius erupted. You pass by Vesuvius on the way to Rome and explore some of the city's most well-known sights once you arrive.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Rome (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Pompeii Roman ruins
Optional Activities
- View Mount Vesuvius
- Explore Rome's famous sights
Landmarks Pompeii Mount Vesuvius 
- Day 8
Rome
Start early to get the most out of your day. You'll see the Colosseum and get up close with Roman architecture. The afternoon is open for you to explore however you want. There's an optional pasta cooking class with dinner if you want to do that this evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Rome (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Colosseum
Optional Activities
- Pasta cooking class with dinner
Landmarks Colosseum - Day 9
Rome to Verona to Venice
You're heading to Verona first to check out the Romeo and Juliet balcony and the ancient Roman Arena. From there you continue to Venice, a city built across 118 islands with canals instead of streets. You'll have time to see gondolas and walk across bridges on your own. Don't worry about seeing everything today, since tomorrow is completely open.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit Romeo and Juliet balcony in Verona
- Visit Roman Arena in Verona
Landmarks Romeo and Juliet Balcony Roman Arena of Verona Venice - Day 10
Venice
This whole day is for Venice. You'll board a private boat to navigate the canals and reach the historical center of the city. If you want, you can join a food tour, take a gondola ride, or just wander through the streets on your own and see where you end up.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private boat tour of Venice canals
Optional Activities
- Food tour in Venice
- Gondola ride
Landmarks Venice Canals - Day 11
Venice to Austrian Tyrol
You're leaving Venice and heading through the Dolomite Mountains toward Austrian Tyrol. There's an optional white-water rafting experience if that sounds good. When you arrive, you'll stay at Contiki's private Austrian chalet and have time to explore what's around it. Welcome dinner is included tonight.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar))
Included Activities
- Welcome evening
Optional Activities
- White-water rafting
Landmarks Dolomite Mountains Austrian Tyrol - Day 12
Austrian Tyrol
You'll wake up to mountain views from the chalet. You can choose what to do, so consider a bike tour through the green valleys, try tandem paragliding, take a leisurely walk, or just relax at the chalet. Hot chocolate, a gondola ride up the mountain, or just soaking in the scenery are all options.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Bike tour through mountains and valleys
- Tandem paragliding
- Mountain gondola ride
- Explore the Austrian Tyrol setting
- Day 13
Austrian Tyrol to Munich to Dachau
You're heading to Germany with a stop in Dachau, a medieval town where you'll visit the Dachau Concentration Camp memorial. Then it's on to Munich to see Bavarian culture, the famous Glockenspiel clock, and quiet gardens. You can optionally join a bike tour or check out a legendary beer hall this evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ramada Encore by Wyndham Munich Messe (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Dachau Concentration Camp memorial
Optional Activities
- Explore Munich's gardens
- Bike tour of Munich side streets
- Visit legendary beer hall
Landmarks Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial - Day 14
Munich to Berlin
You're traveling north with a stop in a historic city known for composers and striking buildings where you'll explore and grab something to eat. Then you continue to Berlin. Dinner's included, and you'll start your city tour with some top sights this evening.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A conveniently located hotel)
Included Activities
- Included dinner in Berlin
- Evening city tour of Berlin's top sights
Landmarks Berlin 
- Day 15
Berlin
Berlin is yours to explore at your own pace. You can do a historical walking tour that includes Checkpoint Charlie and Hitler's bunker site, or try an alternative tour focusing on street art and counter-culture instead. When night falls, you can experience Berlin's nightlife with underground clubs and basement cocktail bars.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Historical walking tour including Checkpoint Charlie
- Historical walking tour of Hitler's bunker site
- Street art and counter-culture walking tour
- Explore Berlin's nightlife and underground raves
- Visit cocktail lounges
Landmarks Checkpoint Charlie Hitler's Bunker Site East Side Gallery Tiergarten Alexanderplatz Russian War Memorial Brandenburg Gate Reichstag Building - Day 16
Berlin to Amsterdam
You're traveling through the flat landscapes of the Netherlands and arriving in Amsterdam. Dinner's included tonight, and there's an optional comedy show if that interests you. You can also explore the canals on your own or with the group.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included dinner in Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Comedy show
- Explore Amsterdam canals
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals 
- Day 17
Amsterdam
Amsterdam has some unique spots to check out. There's the STRAAT Museum for street art and graffiti, or you can do an optional canal cruise. Your final night includes a traditional Dutch meal at a local cheese farm where you'll also learn about clog-making and local games.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Dutch meal at local cheese farm with fresh homemade cheese, olive oil, and local specialties)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Included Activities
- Traditional Dutch meal at local cheese farm
- Learn art of clog-making
- Learn local game
Optional Activities
- Visit STRAAT Museum
- Canal cruise
Landmarks STRAAT Museum - Day 18
Amsterdam to London (or Schiphol Airport)
This is where you say goodbye to the group. If you're heading home, there's a transfer to Schiphol Airport by about 10am. For those continuing to London, you'll head south to Calais, cross from France to England, and arrive in London to start the next part of your trip.
Included Activities
- Airport transfer to Schiphol Airport
Landmarks Schiphol Airport
