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Vienna to Rome Trail (Hostels, Winter From Mar '27, Classic)

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From Vienna to Rome
4.9 (13 reviews)
  • Golden sunset over the Danube River with Chain Bridge and Parliament building glistening in Budapest panorama.
  • Illuminated St. Peter’s Basilica and towering Christmas tree glowing against a deep blue evening sky in Vatican City.
  • Festive Christmas market with glittering lights, colorful baubles hanging from metal arches and Vienna’s Rathaus rising in the twilight sky.
  • Warm evening light on the Hungarian Parliament Building reflecting in the calm Danube River.
  • Panoramic daytime view of the iconic Colosseum with crowds of visitors circling its ancient arches under a bright sky.
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  • Luxury riverboat glows in sunrise hues with Parliament and its spires mirrored on glass-like water.
  • Upward angle of ornate baroque church façade and twin towers gleaming against a clear blue sky.
  • Elegant Gloriette pavilion reflected perfectly in a still pond with bright blue sky and wispy clouds overhead.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Vienna to Krakow

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

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Krakow
    Landmarks
    Krakow Cathedral
    Royal Castle
  3. Day 2

    Krakow

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

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Polish dinner with pierogi
    Landmarks
    Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
    Cathedral
    Royal Castle
  4. Day 3

    Krakow - Banska Bystrica - Budapest

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

    Optional Activities

    • River cruise and dinner in Budapest
    Landmarks
    Banska Bystrica
  5. Day 4

    Budapest

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

    Optional Activities

    • Soak in Budapest's thermal baths
    • Explore Margaret Island
    Landmarks
    Margaret Island
  6. Day 5

    Budapest to Ljubljana

    Budapest to Ljubljana
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ljubljana Resort (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Ljubljana
  7. Day 6

    Ljubljana to Venice

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

    Included Activities

    • Motoscafo speedboat transfer across Venice lagoon

    Optional Activities

    • Gondola ride in Venice
    • Guided food tour in Venice
    Landmarks
    Venice Canals
  8. Day 7

    Venice to Rome

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

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Rome's ancient monuments and iconic sites
    • Evening exploration of Rome
    • Pasta-making class in Rome
  9. Day 8

    Rome

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

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of the Colosseum
    Landmarks
    Colosseum
  10. Day 9

    Rome

    Rome
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Colosseum visit (Free Time Add-On, availability not guaranteed)
    Landmarks
    Colosseum

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What's Not Included

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Where You'll Stay

  • Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar)

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2

  • A&O Budapest (or similar)

    Hotel
    Days 3, 4

  • Ljubljana Resort (or similar)

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    day 5

  • Anda Venice Hostel (or similar)

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  • YellowSquare (or similar)

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4.9
Overall rating based on 13 Reviews
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  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.7
  • Tour Operator
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    Sarah5.0•September 2024
    Led by Rianna
    I am so grateful for my experience with Ri, she went above and beyond my expectations for a trip manager. Her...
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    • Group with a view of the Budapest Parliament at sunset.
    • Group of women posing together with city view.
    • Group photo of friends with city view through arches.
    • Large group in front of the Colosseum.
    • Two women posing on a boat at night.
    • Group photo at the Roman Forum.
    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thanks for letting us know about your awesome experience! We're so stoked to hear that your Trip Manager made such a great impression and that you had an amazing journey. Can't wait to have you back on your next trip!
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  • Anonymous5.0•September 2024
    Overall experience was very good. Would have loved to spend more than 1 day in the cities. Everything was run smooth...
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    Traveled in September 2024
  • Emma5.0•September 2024
    Led by Rianna
    For the type of trip it is, i vive its a good amount of time in places & good mix of on and off coach days. Re...
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    • Group photo in front of the Colosseum.
    • Group standing at an architectural viewpoint.
    • Five women posing in a swimming pool with people in the background.
    • Group of women posing with an architectural background.
    • Group of people with a scenic city view at sunset.
    • Three women with a canal and colorful buildings.
    • Two women smiling in a swimming pool with a historical building.
    • Group tour visiting an underground cellar.
    Traveled in September 2024
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for sharing your fantastic Contiki experience with us. We're delighted that you had such an amazing adventure. We carefully select our team members for their professionalism, passion, and knowledge of their regions, so we're thrilled to hear that they made your trip so memorable.
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  • Eliza
    Eliza5.0•April 2024
    Led by Emily
    I loved it! Especially the trip manager Em, she was so beyond lovely
    • Group of women holding drinks, with lit bridge in the background.
    • People walking on a snowy path under lit decorations.
    • Group of people gathered outdoors at night.
    Traveled in December 2023
    Reply from: Contiki
    Thank you for your excellent feedback. We are overjoyed to hear that you had a fantastic experience from start to finish. It's lovely that the Trip Manager created an unforgettable itinerary that made your trip memorable. We will be sure to pass on your compliments to them. They have set a very high standard, but we are committed to improving your next Contiki adventure.
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  • Marina5.0•April 2024
    Led by Emily
    It was literally the best and most fun experience ever
    Traveled in January 2024
  • Anonymous5.0•April 2024
    This trip was amazing overall, however, it wouldn't have been as great without our group leader, Emily! Her care and...
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    Traveled in March 2024
  • Brendan4.0•December 2016
    Led by Greg
    I wasn't expecting to much when I took a tour with Contiki. My expectations were to enjoy my time off and meet new...
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    • Colorful illustrated map with various landmarks and destinations.
    • Large group posing in front of a historical amphitheater at night.
    Traveled in December 2015
  • Richard5.0•September 2016
    Led by Trent
    Trent made the trip incredibly fun and insightful. There was not a moment in which we weren't either learning...
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    Traveled in August 2016
  • Dannielle5.0•May 2016
    Led by Trent
    Trent was the best guide ever! He was very knowledgable about all the cities we visited and went above and beyond to...
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    Traveled in February 2014
  • Laura5.0•May 2016
    Led by Trent
    The trip was more than I could of ever expected. Trent made myself and everyone else on the tour feel so safe but got...
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    Traveled in February 2016

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