• 7 Dinner (D)
• 18 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Lunch (L)

• London: A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.

• Copenhagen: Kick off your trip with a visit to the Little Mermaid state, the Gefion Fountain and the Royal Palace. Let the photo ops begin…
• Copenhagen: Get your bearings in the coolest way possible – with a TM-led walking tour through the heart of Copenhagen. From the buzzing Town Hall Square to the iconic Stork Fountain, we’ll stroll past historic hotspots like the Round Tower, Copenhagen Uni, and the city’s oldest square. It’s culture, cobblestones and all the Scandi charm, served fresh.
• Oslo: Take an orientation around the friendly Norwegian capital. Soak up the Viking and maritime legacy, see city highlights and discover where to get the best seafood.
• Oslo: Get your sculpture culture on! It’s hard to believe that one artist created all of these masterpieces.
• Sognefjord: See this branch of Europe’s largest continental glacier IRL. Don’t forget your camera. 
• Geirangerfjord: Cruise on the world’s most famous fjord! Sheer mountain cliffs, waterfalls, and abandoned farms will no doubt leave a lasting impression.
• Stockholm (Solna): Wanna get a feel for Sweden’s stunning capital? Come discover the historic sites of Stockholm, from the kaleidoscopic buildings of Gamla Stan (the old town) to the stunning waterfront views.
• Tallinn: Get to know your new Contiki fam over a welcome dinner and drinks in arty Telliskivi.
• Tallinn: Join an orientation tour with your new gang of besties. We’ll show you the medieval old town, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Kiek in de Kok.
• Valmiermuiza: Get together with the Contiki crew for a tour, tasting and lunch at this Latvian brew-house.  
• Cesis: Take a jaunt around this medieval Latvian castle with an expert. And learn more about the Livonian Order that built it. 
• Riga: Take an orientation around the colourful streets of the Latvian capital. We’ll show you  the highlights and the best places for a night out. 
• Jurgaiciai: It’s not every day you see a hill blanketed with over 200,000 wooden crosses. Don’t forget your camera for this Lithuanian landmark.   
• Trakai Island Castle: This 14th century Lithuanian castle on an island in Lake Galve is so picturesque it’s almost not real. Pics or it didn’t happen! 
• Vilnius: On this MAKE TRAVEL MATTER EXPERIENCE®, we’ll pay a visit to Pirmas Blynhas – a cafe that provides employment and empowerment for people with disabilities.

Head behind the scenes at Valmiermuiža Brewery for a guided tour and tasting, exploring Latvia’s dedication to quality malts and long, cold fermentations. Continue with a lunch of Latvian specialties paired to the brews.

Hear how manor-brewery traditions inspire today’s recipes, from crisp lagers to malt-forward ales. This flavorful stop serves culture in a glass, with warm Latvian hospitality on the side.

Join a TM-led overview of Latvia’s capital, from the guildhalls and spires of the Old Town to graceful boulevards famed for Art Nouveau facades. Spot the ornate House of the Black Heads and lively market streets near the Daugava River.

Hear how Riga bridges tradition and modern creativity, with tips on cafés, music venues, and sunset viewpoints to explore later at your own pace.

Cycle like a local along safe lanes to Nyhavn’s painted quays, the serene lakes, and traffic-light choreography that defines Copenhagen’s flow. Pedal through Christianshavn canals and across architectural showpieces with your guide.

Expect gentle riding, plenty of stops, and stories of Denmark’s bike-first mindset. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Embark to cruise the Oslofjord past pine-clad islets, summer cottages, and fortress walls. Glide by Akershus Fortress and clusters of colorful boathouses as seabirds wheel above.

Learn how fjord life shaped Oslo’s seafood culture and maritime trade. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Join a guided street art tour through creative districts, spotting large-scale murals, witty stencils, and festival pieces linked to Tartu’s Stencibility movement. Hear how artists transformed walls into a living gallery.

It’s a colorful counterpoint to Tartu’s scholarly side, revealing local voices and humor. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Pull on a wetsuit and white-water raft glacier-fed rivers near Norway’s adventure capital. Tackle playful grade III–IV rapids between mossy boulders, forested banks, and canyon walls.

Professional guides, safety briefings, and all equipment are provided—just bring your sense of fun. This adrenaline fix is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Board a boat to cruise the Geirangerfjord, where vertical cliffs plunge into jade waters and abandoned mountain farms cling to ledges. Sail past the Seven Sisters and Bridal Veil waterfalls, misting the air as they tumble from hanging valleys.

UNESCO-listed for its superlative natural beauty, Geiranger offers classic fjord drama at close range. Keep your camera ready for misty mountain passes, mirror-calm coves, and shifting light on ancient rock.

Survey Sweden’s capital with a TM-led orientation taking in colorful Gamla Stan, the stately Royal Palace, and island-speckled waterfronts that earn Stockholm its “Venice of the North” moniker. Glimpse church spires and sleek ferries threading bright channels.

Hear stories of Hanseatic trade, Swedish monarchs, and innovative urban design. From medieval lanes to modern quays, Stockholm’s clarity and light create an instantly welcoming mood for explorers.

Gather for a convivial welcome feast at F-Hoone in the creative quarter of Telliskivi, a former factory reborn with studios, murals, and indie cafés. Savor seasonal Estonian dishes that showcase rye, forest mushrooms, and Baltic fish.

Between clinking glasses and upbeat playlists, learn how Tallinn’s industrial edge evolved into a design-forward hub. It’s a relaxed introduction to Estonia’s flavors and friendly hospitality.

Walk the cobbles to Toompea Hill for city panoramas before admiring the onion domes of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and the stout towers of Kiek in de Kok. Descend into merchant lanes lined with pastel guild houses.

Once a Hanseatic powerhouse, Tallinn blends medieval walls with a lively café culture. Your TM shares pointers for viewpoints, museums, and hidden courtyards amid the spires and red-tiled roofs.

Enjoy a hearty Estonian dinner in a characterful beer restaurant where locally brewed beers pair with rustic fare. Sample Baltic amber lagers alongside slow-cooked meats, pickled vegetables, and rye breads baked to family recipes.

Chat with staff about Tartu’s university spirit and cultural scene as you unwind in brick-and-beam surroundings. This convivial meal celebrates regional produce and the Baltics’ resurgent craft brewing tradition.

Visit Lithuania’s poignant pilgrimage site, the Hill of Crosses, where over 200,000 crosses cluster on a low rise—tokens of faith, remembrance, and national identity. Walk narrow paths where rosaries gently clink in the breeze.

Begun in the 19th century and revived after Soviet suppression, the hill stands as a quiet symbol of Soviet-era resistance and resilience. It’s a reflective, moving stop in the Baltic heartland.

Survey Vilnius’ golden spires and stuccoed facades around Cathedral Square, intricate St. Anne’s Church, and the scholarly courtyards of Vilnius University. Meander cobbles where street art peeks from alleys and café terraces spill into sunlit squares.

Learn how Baroque flourished here under the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth, creating one of Europe’s largest historic centers. Elegant contrasts and creative energy define this welcoming Baltic capital.

Connect with local impact at a social enterprise where you’ll visit Pirmas Blynas, a pancake café employing people with disabilities. Savor fluffy stacks and seasonal toppings—pancakes with purpose—in a bright, uplifting space.

This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience supports inclusive employment and community empowerment. Hear the café’s story and meet staff whose work fosters dignity, skill-building, and everyday joy in Vilnius.

Step into fairy-tale glow as Tivoli Gardens lights up with lanterns, flowerbeds, and vintage rides. Soar over rooftops on the wooden Rutschebanen coaster or linger by the lake with music and Danish treats.

This 1843 landmark inspired Walt Disney and still charms with poised nostalgia and live performances. Entry and rides are at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Ride the Voss Gondola from town to the crest of Mount Hanguren, stepping onto easy trails and boardwalk lookouts. Scan a panorama of valleys, lakes, and distant fjord-and-peak silhouettes.

It’s an accessible alpine moment with café stops and wide-angle photo ops. Tickets are at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Buckle into a four-man sled for a guided run on the Lillehammer Olympic bobsleigh track, built for the 1994 Winter Games. With a pro pilot at the helm, feel G-forces build through icy curves.

Helmets and instruction included; no experience required. This winter-sports thrill is at additional cost and bookable on tour (seasonal operation).

Follow a local guide on a gentle forest hike in Sweden’s Dalarna region, with cheerful huskies padding along. Pause for a traditional fika—coffee and cinnamon buns—beside a lakeshore or in a sun-dappled glade.

Hear tales of folklore, farm life, and painted Dala horses amid spruce and birch. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Slip into a stable kayak to paddle Stockholm’s waterways, tracing leafy Djurgården canals and skirting historic quays. The city’s islands unfold at water level, quiet and close.

Guides provide all gear and instruction; expect calm conditions and frequent photo stops. This activity is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Pedal to bohemian Kalamaja, where wooden houses, cafés, and murals meet the sea. Continue toward the Seaplane Harbour and breezy coastal paths for Baltic views.

Along the way, learn how Tallinn blends history and high-tech in equal measure. This cycling experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Tie on an apron for a hands-on cooking class celebrating Estonian flavors—rye breads, farm cheeses, forest mushrooms, and tangy kama desserts. Chop, simmer, and taste alongside a local chef.

Discover how Baltic seasons shape the table, then sit down to enjoy your creations. This culinary experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Strap on special frames for a bogshoe hike across a raised-bog ecosystem—spongey sphagnum, mirror pools, and dwarf pines. Your guide explains peat formation, rare plants, and the silence of these ancient wetlands.

Expect otherworldly textures and wide skies, with time to photograph cranberry pools and open moor. This nature activity is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Journey to the king of fjords, Sognefjord, a deep blue waterway walled by sheer cliffs and ribboning falls. Continue to the shimmering snout of Boyabreen Glacier, an accessible arm of Jostedalsbreen within Norway’s glacier country.

Feel the cool air near the ice and study moraines that mark centuries of advance and retreat across the Jostedalsbreen National Park region. It’s a lesson in geology written in ice and rock, framed by emerald valleys.

Get acquainted with Norway’s capital on a guided overview featuring Akershus Fortress, the neoclassical Royal Palace at the end of Karl Johans gate, and the striking, glacier-like Oslo Opera House by the fjord. Take in vibrant waterfronts and contemporary Nordic architecture.

Trace Oslo’s evolution from Viking harbor to cultured, sustainable metropolis. Your TM points out local food spots, museums, and neighborhoods where maritime heritage meets cutting-edge design.

Walk among more than 200 sculptures by Gustav Vigeland in Oslo’s open-air gallery, where bronze and granite figures capture life’s entire arc. Admire the Monolith and the Wheel of Life ensembles, and contemplate the park’s serene lawns and long perspectives.

Created between the 1920s and 1940s, this singular body of work expresses universal human emotion without a single inscription. It’s a vivid encounter with Scandinavian artistry in a tranquil city oasis.

Traverse the wild heart of Norway across the Hardangervidda Plateau, Europe’s largest high mountain plateau. Gaze over glacial lakes, birch moorland, and waterfalls as you descend into the valleys of Telemark, a cradle of Norwegian folk culture.

These untamed landscapes shelter reindeer herds and centuries-old summer farms. With each bend revealing broader horizons, the route delivers classic Norwegian drama perfect for scenic viewing and photography.

Contiki

Explore the historic core on a TM-led walk, taking in Town Hall Square, the lively Stork Fountain, and the spiral-topped Round Tower. Wander cobbled lanes to the city’s oldest square and the halls of Copenhagen University, feeling the pulse of a city built for people, not cars.

Hear how medieval merchants, Renaissance kings, and modern designers shaped Copenhagen’s streetscapes. Between pastel townhouses and café windows, discover the hygge spirit and the easy rhythm of Scandinavia’s most bike-friendly capital.

Begin in Denmark’s capital with a short visit to see the Little Mermaid, the powerful Gefion Fountain and the courtyards of Amalienborg, the Danish royal residence. Stroll the harborfront and pause for photos and reflection where copper spires meet colorful quays.

Learn how Hans Christian Andersen’s tale inspired the mermaid statue, how the Norse goddess Gefjun is honored in cascading bronze, and why Amalienborg remains the ceremonial heart of modern Denmark. A crisp, elegant snapshot of Copenhagen’s royal and mythic heritage.

Step into the medieval stronghold of Cesis Castle, once a bastion of the Livonian Order. Wander courtyards and stout towers, picturing knights, merchants, and sieges that shaped this forested corner of Latvia.

With an expert to illuminate the ruins and museum exhibits, trace Baltic crusader history and Hanseatic trade routes. Stone walls and narrow stairs set an evocative stage for the town’s centuries-old story.

Cross the wooden bridges to Trakai Island Castle, a red-brick Gothic fortress rising from Lake Galve. Explore courtyards, towers, and museum rooms that bring Lithuania’s ducal past to life.

Once a power seat of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania, Trakai reveals layers of Baltic, Polish, and Karaite heritage amid sparkling waters and forested shores—an irresistible scene for keen photographers.