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London to Athens (Hostels, Start Paris)

17 days
From Paris to Athens
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
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 8 - 50
Ages 18-35
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    London to Paris

    London to Paris
    Meals
    Dinner (Delicious included dinner in Paris)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • View the White Cliffs of Dover
    • Ferry crossing across the English Channel
    • Drive past the Valley of the Somme World War I battlefields
    Landmarks
    White Cliffs of Dover
    Valley of the Somme
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Paris

    Paris
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Paris

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Notre Dame Cathedral
    • Shop at designer haute couture or French vintage stores
    • Visit the Louvre
    • Order coffee and crêpes at local cafés
    • Explore Montmartre and watch a cabaret show
    Landmarks
    Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Louvre
    Montmartre
  3. Day 3

    Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region via Fontainebleau

    Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region via Fontainebleau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Included dinner and wine tasting at the château)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Château Fontainebleau
    • Explore the gardens of Château Fontainebleau
    • Dinner and wine tasting at the château
    Landmarks
    Château Fontainebleau
  4. Day 4

    Beaujolais Wine Region

    Beaujolais Wine Region
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic in the picturesque gardens with panoramic views and red wine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Picnic lunch in the château gardens

    Optional Activities

    • Sunrise yoga session on the château lawn
    • Relax in the courtyard with coffee and croissant
    • Lounge by the pool
  5. Day 5

    Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona

    Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Spanish feast)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Urbany Hostel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Barcelona's culturally rich atmosphere in the evening
    Landmarks
    Pyrenees Mountains
  6. Day 6

    Barcelona

    Barcelona
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Urbany Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore the Gothic Quarter

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Montjuïc hilltop
    • Explore wild Spanish architecture
    • Swim in the Mediterranean Sea
    • Watch flamenco dancing in the evening
    Landmarks
    Gothic Quarter
    Montjuïc
  7. Day 7

    Barcelona to French Riviera via Arles

    Barcelona to French Riviera via Arles
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ozz Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • View the ancient Roman Arena in Arles
    • Explore the provincial French town of Arles
    Landmarks
    Roman Arena, Arles
  8. Day 8

    French Riviera Including Monaco

    French Riviera Including Monaco
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ozz Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Monaco
    • Visit the Monte Carlo Casino
    • Visit the Royal Palace in Monaco

    Optional Activities

    • Bike ride with views of Côte d'Azur
    • Sample lavender honey, aioli and rosé wine
    Landmarks
    Monte Carlo Casino
    Royal Palace, Monaco
  9. Day 9

    French Riviera to Venice

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit a French perfumery and learn fragrance-making
    • Create your own signature fragrance
    Landmarks
    Venice
  10. Day 10

    Venice

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

    Included Activities

    • Private boat tour through the Venice canals to the city center

    Optional Activities

    • Learn to be a Gondola driver
    • Explore the maze of Venice's streets independently
    • Visit restaurants in Venice
    • Take a gondola ride
    Landmarks
    Venice Canals
  11. Day 11

    Venice to Florence via Pisa

    Venice to Florence via Pisa
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Re-Dama Hostel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa

    Optional Activities

    • Take the classic holding-up-the-tower photo at Pisa
    • Explore the River Arno in Florence
    • Sample Chianti wine in Florence
    • Admire the Florence Duomo
    Landmarks
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
    River Arno
    Florence Duomo
  12. Day 12

    Florence

    Florence
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Re-Dama Hostel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Optional walking tour of Florence streets and heritage
    • Visit local markets
    • Sample gelato
    • Visit a local Trattoria for dinner
    • Visit a local wine window
  13. Day 13

    Florence to Rome

    Florence to Rome
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hostel Trustever (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • View the Trevi Fountain
    • View the Pantheon
    • View Piazza Navona
    Landmarks
    Trevi Fountain
    Pantheon
    Piazza Navona
  14. Day 14

    Rome

    Rome
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hostel Trustever (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Learn about and explore the Colosseum

    Optional Activities

    • Enjoy espressos and people-watching at cafés
    • Eat pasta at local trattorias
    • Sample gelato
    • Try caprese salad
    • Drink local red wine
    Landmarks
    Colosseum
  15. Day 15

    Rome to Overnight Adriatic Ferry

    Rome to Overnight Adriatic Ferry
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Overnight Ferry)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pompeii archaeological site

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided tour of Pompeii
    Landmarks
    Pompeii
  16. Day 16

    Overnight Adriatic Ferry to Athens

    Overnight Adriatic Ferry to Athens
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Dorian Inn (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • View the Corinth Canal

    Optional Activities

    • Optional traditional Greek dinner in Athens
    Landmarks
    Corinth Canal
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  17. Day 17

    Athens

    Athens
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Athens ancient monuments
    • Visit the Parthenon temple
    • Visit the Acropolis
    • Visit the first modern Olympic Stadium (1896 Games host)
    Landmarks
    Parthenon
    Acropolis
    Panathenaic Stadium

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    Dylan5.0August 2025
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    Thank you very much for travelling with us and for taking the time to share your kind words. We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your trip and that your Trip Manager made such a positive difference to your experience. It is wonderful to know that her efforts to bring the group together and her thoughtful daily tips and insights were so greatly appreciated. We are very proud to have her on our team and will be sure to pass on your kind feedback, which we know she will treasure. We are so pleased your journey was made special and memorable, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you on another adventure with us in the future.
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    Eamonn5.0August 2025
    Courtney is an incredible guide! We felt privileged to have her running our contiki tour, and feel she balanced the...
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    Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear how much you enjoyed your Contiki experience and that the Trip Manager played such a special role in making your journey memorable. It is fantastic to know that her knowledge, thoughtful planning, engaging history lessons and balance between fun and responsibility made such a positive impression. We truly appreciate your kind words and will be sure to share your praise with the Trip Manager and our wider team. We look forward to welcoming you on another adventure in the future.
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