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European Trail (Hostels, Summer Until Mar '27, Start London, Classic)

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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
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 2 - 50
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London to Amsterdam

    London to Amsterdam
    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit the White Cliffs of Dover
    • Ferry crossing to Calais
    • Travel through Belgium to Amsterdam

    Optional Activities

    • Panoramic view of Amsterdam
    • Explore Amsterdam's attractions
    Landmarks
    White Cliffs of Dover
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  2. Day 2

    Amsterdam

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

    Optional Activities

    • Dinner at a local Dutch farm
    • Cruise the famous canals
    • Museum visits
    • Bar hopping
    • Explore cafe culture
  3. Day 3

    Amsterdam to Berlin

    Amsterdam to Berlin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (A&O Berlin Mitte (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Berlin

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Berlin's nightlife
    • Discover iconic attractions
  4. Day 4

    Berlin

    Berlin
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (A&O Berlin Mitte (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Historical walking tour (20th century Berlin, Hitler's underground bunker, Holocaust Memorial)
    • Alternative Berlin walking tour to hipster haunts
    • Explore Checkpoint Charlie
    • Discover local attractions
    Landmarks
    Checkpoint Charlie
    Holocaust Memorial
    Reichstag
    Brandenburg Gate
    Alexanderplatz
    Tiergarten
    Russian War Memorial
    East Side Gallery
  5. Day 5

    Berlin to Prague

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit Dresden (Baroque architecture, Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House, Frauenkirche)
    • Explore Prague's castles and cathedrals

    Optional Activities

    • Further exploration of Prague
    Landmarks
    Frauenkirche
    Zwinger Palace
    Royal Residence Dresden
    Dresden Opera House
  6. Day 6

    Prague

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

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Czech cuisine dinner with folklore dancers
    • Explore Gothic architecture
    • Visit markets
    • Experience beer culture
    Landmarks
    Charles Bridge
    Wenceslas Square
    Old Town Square
    Astronomical Clock
    Prague Castle
  7. Day 7

    Prague to Vienna

    Prague to Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Delicious Austrian cuisine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kutna Hora
    • Explore Vienna

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Sedlec Ossuary Chapel (additional cost applies)
    • Roam Vienna's streets
    • Relax in Vienna
    Landmarks
    Sedlec Ossuary
  8. Day 8

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Schönbrunn Palace
    • Visit State Opera House
    • Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral
    • Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road of Vienna

    Optional Activities

    • Explore art galleries
    • Visit local coffee houses
    • Try Sacher Torte
    • Attend classical music concert
    Landmarks
    Schönbrunn Palace
    State Opera House
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
  9. Day 9

    Vienna to Krakow

    Vienna to Krakow
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
    Landmarks
    Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
    Kazimierz District
    Krakow Old Town
  10. Day 10

    Krakow

    Krakow
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Krakow

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Jewish Quarter
    • Visit Royal Castle
    • Discover museums
    • Traditional Polish evening with Pierogi
    Landmarks
    Krakow Royal Castle
    Krakow Cathedral
  11. Day 11

    Krakow to Budapest via Banska Bystrica

    Krakow to Budapest via Banska Bystrica
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (A&O Budapest (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Stop in Banska Bystrica

    Optional Activities

    • River cruise and dinner in Budapest
    Landmarks
    Banska Bystrica
  12. Day 12

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (A&O Budapest (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Thermal bath experience
    • Visit Margaret Island
    • Explore Budapest attractions
    Landmarks
    Margaret Island
  13. Day 13

    Budapest to Ljubljana via Lake Bled

    Budapest to Ljubljana via Lake Bled
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    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ljubljana Resort (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Stop at Lake Bled
    • City orientation of Ljubljana

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming at Lake Bled
    • Explore Ljubljana at your own pace
    Landmarks
    Lake Bled
  14. Day 14

    Ljubljana to Venice

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

    Included Activities

    • Travel by motoscafo across the Venice lagoon

    Optional Activities

    • Gondola ride
    • Guided food tour of Venice
    • Explore Venice independently
  15. Day 15

    Venice to Rome

    Venice to Rome
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Pasta making class with homemade dinner
    • Explore Rome by night
  16. Day 16

    Rome

    Rome
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Visit the Colosseum
    • Visit Trevi Fountain
    • Explore Roman piazzas
    • Experience local cafes
    Landmarks
    Colosseum
    Trevi Fountain
  17. Day 17

    Rome to Florence via Pisa

    Rome to Florence via Pisa
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa
    • Explore Florence along the River Arno
    • Visit the Duomo Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Tuscan dinner
    • Explore Florence attractions
    • Sample Chianti wine
    Landmarks
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
    Florence Duomo
  18. Day 18

    Florence

    Florence
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Florence
    • Explore local markets
    • Sample gelato
    • Visit art galleries
  19. Day 19

    Florence to Swiss Alps

    Florence to Swiss Alps
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Adventure Hostel Interlaken (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Optional fondue dinner
  20. Day 20

    Swiss Alps

    Swiss Alps
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Adventure Hostel Interlaken (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Swiss mountain trip
    • Paragliding
    • Explore the mountain town
  21. Day 21

    Swiss Alps to Paris

    Swiss Alps to Paris
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Drive through Burgundy wine region

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Paris
  22. Day 22

    Paris

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

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Fragonard Perfumery
    • Explore haute couture shops
    • Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
    • Explore the Louvre
    • Dinner and cabaret show
    Landmarks
    Eiffel Tower
    Arc de Triomphe
    Louvre
    Champs-Élysées
    Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Fragonard Perfumery
  23. Day 23

    Paris to London

    Paris to London
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Ferry crossing from France to England
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    Tom was incredible!! Most enjoyable and memorable trip of my life, thanks to Tom and his knowledge, energy & passion.
    Traveled in December 2023
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    Thank you for travelling with Contiki and for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to read that your Trip Manager's knowledge, energy and passion made such a positive impact on your journey. It is encouraging to know that their dedication helped make this one of the most enjoyable and memorable trips you have experienced. We truly appreciate your kind comments and will ensure they are shared with the Trip Manager in recognition of their outstanding service. Thank you again for your valued feedback, and we hope to welcome you on another Contiki adventure in the future.
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    Tom’s 100% best trip manager you could ask for, he deserves to be payed more!
    Traveled in January 2025
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    Thank you for travelling with Contiki and for sharing your feedback. We are pleased to read that your Trip Manager made such a strong positive impression and contributed to an enjoyable and memorable journey for you. It is always rewarding to know when our team’s efforts are so greatly appreciated. Thank you again for your kind comments. We hope to welcome you on another Contiki adventure in the future.
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    I was a little nervous to travel to Europe alone, as a single woman. I had a friend recommend that I try a tour...
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    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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  • Anonymous5.0December 2024
    I had the most amazing experience on this trip, all thanks to the incredible organization and planning! Every detail...
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    We're so happy to hear that you had a great time on your trip and that our Trip Manager made a difference in your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your adventure companion - we truly appreciate your feedback.
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    Riana made the trip! It was all organised perfectly making the travel stress free and loads of fun! Would recommend...
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    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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    Recently completed my first Scandinavian Contiki. Such a wonderful experience to see the Scandi scenery in such a...
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  • Nathan5.0December 2024
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    Would definitely recommend Ri. She was an amazing tour guide.
    Traveled in August 2024
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  • Anonymous5.0December 2024
    Ri was an amazing tour guide, would definitely recommend!
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    Jade5.0December 2024
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    Rianna is such a knowledgable and informative tour guide who brings each place to life. She is so enthusiastic and i...
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    Thanks for being our travel buddy, we are so pleased you have enjoyed the tour. We hope to welcome to you back again.
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