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London to Barcelona Quest (Hostels, Start London, Age 18-22)

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From London to Barcelona
4.7 (17 reviews)
  • Early evening street scene in Montmartre with neon lights, narrow stairs and classic Parisian buildings.
  • Clear aerial view over a historic European city with two tall Gothic spires rising above tiled rooftops under a blue sky.
  • Panoramic vista of a curving beach and turquoise bay surrounded by a green city and distant mountains.
  • Golden-hour aerial of a dense Mediterranean city with the Sagrada Família towering at the center and sea in the background.
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Plan your adventure:
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Contiki
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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 - 53
Ages 18-22
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    London to Paris

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

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Paris (night)
    • Valley of the Somme - World War I battlefields
    Landmarks
    White Cliffs of Dover
    Valley of the Somme
  3. Day 2

    Paris

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

    Included Activities

    • Tour of Paris

    Optional Activities

    • Notre Dame Cathedral visit
    • Louvre Museum visit
    • Haute couture shopping
    • Dinner and cabaret show
    Landmarks
    Notre Dame Cathedral
    Louvre
  4. Day 3

    Paris to Bordeaux

    Paris to Bordeaux
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ibis Budget Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Bordeaux

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic stroll with local wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Miroir d'eau
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 4

    Bordeaux to San Sebastian

    Bordeaux to San Sebastian
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cats Hostel San Sebastián (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Pintxos tour
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 5

    San Sebastian

    San Sebastian
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Cats Hostel San Sebastián (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Parte Vieja (Old Town)
    • Visit Playa de la Concha
    • Explore Centro Romántico (Romantic Quarter)
    Landmarks
    Parte Vieja
    Playa de la Concha
    Centro Romántico
  7. Day 6

    San Sebastian to Barcelona

    San Sebastian to Barcelona
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Take a Gothic Walking Tour

    Optional Activities

    • Visit baroque basilica
    • Beach visit
    • Explore gothic architecture
    • Evening Flamenco show
    Landmarks
    Mediterranean Sea
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  8. Day 7

    Barcelona

    Barcelona
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Generator Barcelona (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Parc Güell
    • Beach time
    • Tapas and backstreet exploration
    • Optional MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience - cooking class and meal preparation
    Landmarks
    Parc Güell
  9. Day 8

    Barcelona

    Barcelona

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar)

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4.7
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    4.7
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    4.9
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    4.5
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  • Maria5.0•April 2024
    Led by Rianna
    I had the time of my life and learned so much! Our guide Ri was absolutely amazing and we had so much fun with her. I...
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    Traveled in April 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for your review. We're delighted you had such a wonderful experience and look forward to travelling with you again.
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  • Julia5.0•April 2024
    We had Rianna as our contiki trip manager and let me say she made it one to remember!! It was her first trip and we...
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    Traveled in May 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for sharing your positive experience with us! We're thrilled to hear your Trip Manager made a great impression on your group. We look forward to welcoming you on another Contiki adventure soon.
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  • India5.0•February 2024
    Best trip with awesome people!
    Traveled in February 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for such a positive review. We're delighted you had such a wonderful experience and look forward to travelling with you again soon.
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  • Dan5.0•January 2023
    Great time, would definitely recommend.
    Traveled in January 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    We're delighted you had such an incredible journey and that our team was able to make this an unforgettable experience. Thanks for reviewing your recent Contiki trip, and we appreciate you recommending the trip.
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  • Melissa5.0•June 2019
    In one word? Incredible. I have so many memories and new friends. Fantastic way to see several places in a short...
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    • London to Barcelona Quest (Hostels, Start London, Age 18-22) customer review photo
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    • Group of women posing in front of a large, intricate structure.
    • London to Barcelona Quest (Hostels, Start London, Age 18-22) customer review photo
    Traveled in June 2019
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Melissa, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an incredible trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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    Pedro5.0•May 2019
    Led by Remi
    The best vacations ever!
    Traveled in April 2019
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Pedro, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • JustinDizek5.0•May 2019
    Led by Remi
    Remi was excellent! He was very knowledgeable, and he was great accommodating myself and my girlfriend. He made sure...
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    Traveled in April 2019
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Justin, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • DawnlinaSabatino5.0•May 2019
    Led by Remi
    Remi was a fantastic tour manager with good knowledge, good energy, and detailed daily sheets. Amazing!
    Traveled in May 2019
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Dawnlina, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an amazing trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • Jen4.0•December 2016
    Led by Kassie
    If you are traveling alone or with your partner or with your friends in your youth and wants to see more in a trip,...
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    Traveled in February 2016
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Jen, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had a memorable trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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  • Yanell4.5•December 2016
    Rhi was amazing! Had a bunch of recommendations for us & was so helpful! She was also always super funny and made the...
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    Traveled in March 2016
    Reply from: Contiki
    Hey Yanell, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an amazing time. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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