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Vienna to Rome Trail (Standard, Winter ( Until Mar '27), Classic)

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From Vienna to Rome
4.9
13 traveler reviews
  • Tourists enjoying a gondola ride on a canal.
  • Framed view of San Giorgio Maggiore island and bell tower through stone archway.
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  • There are things to see, options of entertainment, exposure to different cultures and new experiences I'll never forget.

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    Brendan, traveled in December
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
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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

    Vienna

    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))
  2. Day 2

    Vienna to Krakow

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

    Included Activities

    • Orientation tour of Krakow
    Landmarks
    Rynek Glowny
  3. Day 3

    Krakow

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

    Included Activities

    • Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum visit

    Optional Activities

    • Traditional Polish Pierogi Evening (EUR 29.00) - evening of traditional Polish food in a centuries-old restaurant at Rynek Glowny
    Landmarks
    Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
  4. Day 4

    Krakow - Banska Bystrica - Budapest

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

    Optional Activities

    • River Cruise with Dinner (EUR 34.00) - cruise on the Danube River past night-time Budapest with local guide commentary on Hungary's history
    Landmarks
    Banska Bystrica
  5. Day 5

    Budapest

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

    Optional Activities

    • Budapest Past and Present Tour (EUR 20.00) - guided tour of the House of Terror (former secret police HQ and WWII/Fascism memorial) followed by a trip on Europe's oldest metro
    Landmarks
    Margaret Island
  6. Day 6

    Budapest to Ljubljana

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

    Included Activities

    • Orientation of Ljubljana
  7. Day 7

    Ljubljana to Venice

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

    Included Activities

    • Motoscafo transfer to Venice

    Optional Activities

    • Gondola ride (EUR 23.00)
    • Traditional Tastes of Venice guided food tour (EUR 29.50)
    Landmarks
    Venice
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  8. Day 8

    Venice to Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Pasta making class with homemade dinner
  9. Day 9

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Colosseum visit (Free Time Add-On - availability not guaranteed; some tour slots only available in the afternoon)
    Landmarks
    Colosseum

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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
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Where You'll Stay

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  • JO&JOE Vienna (or similar)

    Hotel
    day 1

  • Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar)

    Hotel
    Days 2, 3

  • A&O Budapest (or similar)

    Hotel
    Days 4, 5

  • Ljubljana Resort (or similar)

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    day 6

  • Anda Venice Hostel (or similar)

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  • YellowSquare (or similar)

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Traveler Moments

  • Colorful illustrated map with various landmarks and destinations.
  • Large group posing in front of a historical amphitheater at night.
  • Group of women holding drinks, with lit bridge in the background.
  • Group of people gathered outdoors at night.
  • People walking on a snowy path under lit decorations.

Traveler Reviews

4.9
Overall rating based on 13 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    5.0
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    4.5
  • Food
    4.7
  • Tour Operator
    4.7

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  • Vienna to Rome Trail (Standard, Winter ( Until Mar '27), Classic) reviewer 1
    September 25th, 2024
    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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    • Two women posing on a boat at night.
    • Group photo of friends with city view through arches.
    • Large group in front of the Colosseum.
    • Group of women posing together with city view.
    • Group with a view of the Budapest Parliament at sunset.
    • 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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  • A
    September 25th, 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
  • E
    September 23rd, 2024
    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 tour visiting an underground cellar.
    • Group of women posing with an architectural background.
    • Two women smiling in a swimming pool with a historical building.
    • Three women with a canal and colorful buildings.
    • Group standing at an architectural viewpoint.
    • Five women posing in a swimming pool with people in the background.
    • Group photo in front of the Colosseum.
    • Group of people with a scenic city view at sunset.
    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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  • Vienna to Rome Trail (Standard, Winter ( Until Mar '27), Classic) reviewer 4
    April 30th, 2024
    I loved it! Especially the trip manager Em, she was so beyond lovely
    • Group of people gathered outdoors at night.
    • Group of women holding drinks, with lit bridge in the background.
    • People walking on a snowy path under lit decorations.
    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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  • M
    April 25th, 2024
    It was literally the best and most fun experience ever
    Traveled in January 2024
  • A
    April 24th, 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
  • B
    December 8th, 2016
    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
  • R
    September 6th, 2016
    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
  • D
    May 16th, 2016
    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
  • L
    May 16th, 2016
    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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    Daniel

    Asked on December 10th, 2025

    What time does the tour start on the 27th? And what time will it end on Jan. 4th?

    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperator•Written December 2025

      The tour starts in Vienna at 16:00 (4 PM) on December 27, 2025 and ends in Rome at 12:30 PM on January 4, 2026. Please note: It is not recommended to book flights prior to 16:00 on the last day of the trip.

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    Heather

    Asked on October 26th, 2025

    Id love to go on this tour- especially as i struggle with christmas. Is there any deal you can do me so it is more affordable.

    Price / Availability
    • ContikiOperator•Written October 2025

      We currently don't offer a specific discount for teachers, but we do have a last-minute deal promotion available for this departure, which gives you 10% off the tour price.

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    Jacqueline

    Asked on September 10th, 2025

    Can I join this trip with my daughter? I am 46 years old and my daughter is 21 years old.

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    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperator•Written September 2025

      Contiki tours have an age restriction requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old. You would not be eligible to join the trip. We recommend sister brands like Trafalgar, Costsaver, Insight Vacations, Brendan Vacations, and Luxury Gold that offer tours without age restrictions.

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    Michelle

    Asked on January 10th, 2025

    I am interested in booking for this tour and I was wondering if there is a more detailed itinerary with times included?

    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperator•Written January 2025

      We understand how important it is to have detailed information for your travel plans. We apologize for any inconvenience, but the itinerary available on our website is the most detailed version we can provide at this time. Your trip manager will share the final itinerary and discuss it further during the kick-off meeting. Please be advised that Contiki tours have an age restriction, requiring guests to be between 18-35 years old to participate.

  • C

    Cathy

    Asked on February 14th, 2024

    Want 12 days tour from Vienna to Rome covering Vienna, Prague, Budapest, Zagreb, Venice, Rome. Start point Vienna cannot be changed.

    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperator•Written February 2024

      Vienna to Rome Trail is not available. Another trip starting in Vienna and ending in London is available: Vienna to London Trail (Summer, 16 Days).

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    Brett

    Asked on November 20th, 2023

    Is there a transfer from the airport to the accommodation on arrival?

    Flights / Transfers
    • ContikiOperator•Written November 2023

      Unfortunately, we do not have transfer for these trips.

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    Amy

    Asked on January 10th, 2023

    Is the excursion to Auschwitz mandatory to join? Is there an option to do something else in the meantime?

    Tour Details
    • ContikiOperator•Written January 2023

      For any of our tours, passengers can leave/ join the tour whenever they like. They do not have to do anything they don't want to do. The trip manager will be with the group leading the tour for Auschwitz, so unless other passengers don't want to that part of the tour or the trip manager gives an alternative, then there will be no compromise for the passenger. We do not compensate for any missed activities or inclusions on the tour.

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    Richard

    Asked on September 27th, 2022

    Can you please advise if there will be any deals or promotions going for this tour? The traveler informed me that they are students and on a tight budget but really want to do this tour.

    Price / Availability
    • ContikiOperator•Written October 2022

      There is no promo and discount that we can offer other than the welcome promo code. To receive our welcome promo code, client will need to subscribe to our newsletters. The code will be sent to their email within 24 hours. If client has travelled with us before, they can get a 5% Frequent Traveler Discount.

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      Richard

      Traveler•Written October 2022

      It is getting so frustrating. It is again taking so long to get a response that we have missed the sale price of $1879. We kindly ask that you please honor this price so that we may go forward with our booking. We have 3 people in our group. Unfortuantely without knowing, the price increased and the whole point of our communication was to find out about promos and how to apply newsletter sign up credit.

    • ContikiOperator•Written October 2022

      Unfortunately, the Vienna to Rome Trail trip for Jan 3rd was sold out and cannot be booked. The closest date we can offer is Jan 14th - Jan 22nd. When trip is on last-minute deal, you will need to book asap to reserve the price. We cannot honor the price once the deal is gone.

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    Rachel

    Asked on June 24th, 2016

    Are you able to leave the tour a few days before it ends? If so, does the price remain the same?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written June 2016

      You can leave the tour whenever you would like to, however the price will remain the same.

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    Bianca

    Asked on June 1st, 2016

    Can I leave the tour a few days earlier?

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    • ContikiOperator•Written June 2016

      Sure, you can leave the tour whenever you like, but I am afraid it doesn't result in a reduction in the price of the tour.

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