• 4 Dinner (D)
• 21 Breakfast (B)

• London: You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)From?January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through border control in the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an?Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)?before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.
• 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.
• London: For this trip, you’ll need just three currencies – the British Pound, Czech Koruna and Euro.
• London: You’ll stay in a Twin share room (meaning you’ll be paired with a fellow traveller of the same gender, and will have two separate beds). If you’re booking your trip with a friend/travel companion – just let us know, so we can join your bookings and ensure you share a room. Need a lil’ more privacy? You’re welcome to opt for a single supplement if you like.
• London: Your Trip Manager will advise you on who you’ll share your room with. On this trip, you’ll stay in a multi-share room with other travellers of the same sex.

• Paris: Take a dreamy jaunt around the city of romance. Fall in love with landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
• Bordeaux: Stroll around this chic metropolis to see the Palais de la Bourse and downtown Bordeaux. Then make time for a nice glass of red by the river. 
• Barcelona: Combat boots at the ready, folks! Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and Las Ramblas are so cool, you won’t know what to photograph first!
• French Riviera: Glide through the winding coastal roads of the French Riviera with your Contiki crew.
• Monaco City: Walk in the footsteps of Grace Kelly at the Royal Palace and see the Monte Carlo Casino (where the car park looks like a Fast & Furious set).
• Nice: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a French perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
• Cinque Terre National Park: We’ll take care of your rail pass, so you can just zip around the iconic clifftop villages and focus on the Insta stories. Wanna hike around too? You’re welcome to explore on foot along the way.
• Pisa: Your ultimate chance to ‘hold the tower up’ as you pose for that classic Insta snap. 
• Amalfi Coast: Definitely one for the bucket list. Your chance to view one of Europe’s active volcanoes from a distance. 
• Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list! 
• Verona: This is the address behind the legendary love story. Visit Juliet’s House and see the spot that turned Verona into a global icon.
• Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
• Salzburg: Marvel at one of Europe’s largest medieval castles, perched high on the hill over Salzburg. Like something out of the Sound of Music.
• Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site: Take a somber but impactful visit to the site of a World War II concentration camp in Munich. 
• Berlin: Get your culture on. It’s time to see Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, the Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate and the historic Reichstag building. 
• Berlin: Heads up culture vultures. Here’s your chance to check out the longest open-air gallery in the world.

Glide through the coastal Corniche roads, tracing cliffs, palms and sapphire waters that define the Côte d’Azur. Watch pastel towns and hilltop villages appear between bays as the Mediterranean sparkles to your side.

Learn how artists, writers and screen legends found light and inspiration here. From Belle Époque facades to hidden coves, this scenic drive reveals why the Riviera’s atmosphere has captivated travellers for generations.

Enter the sweeping lawns of Piazza dei Miracoli to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa tilt dramatically beside the cathedral and baptistery. Line up that classic perspective or get creative with angles—this stop was made for playful photography.

Learn how medieval ambition and soft subsoil combined to create an icon. Marble patterns, Romanesque arches and sunlit stone complete a setting that’s as elegant as it is improbable.

Follow the famed Amalfi Drive, where limestone cliffs plunge to the Tyrrhenian and lemon groves scent the air. In Amalfi, step beneath striped arches to the Cathedral of St. Andrew and browse piazzas framed by pastel houses.

Hear stories of the Amalfi Republic’s seafaring past and the terraced agriculture that defines this coastline. Panoramic viewpoints and seaside stops bring out the drama of one of Europe’s most celebrated roads.

Cycle the Promenade des Anglais and seaside paths with turquoise views as your constant companion. Gentle gradients and sea breezes make for an easy, photogenic spin along the Côte d’Azur.

Pause at beaches, Belle Époque landmarks and palm-lined squares, with your host sharing local stories and photo tips. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Glide beneath arched bridges in a Venetian gondola, drifting along narrow back-canals where sunlight ripples across ancient brick. The city feels hushed from the waterline.

Your gondolier navigates timeworn waterways while palazzi and tiny moorings slide by. A quintessential perspective on La Serenissima. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Ride the Over the Edge swing atop the A’DAM Lookout, launching beyond the rooftop for panoramic views over the IJ River and canal belt. Heart-thumping thrills meet skyline photography.

Post-swing, linger over the observatory’s exhibits or a drink with a view. A modern Amsterdam icon that’s equal parts adrenaline and perspective. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Visit the storied landscapes of the Valley of the Somme, where memorials, cemeteries and quiet fields mark the World War I battlefields. This is a time to pause for photos and reflection as you learn how these gentle hills witnessed some of the twentieth century’s most consequential battles.

Gain context on the 1916 offensive and the soldiers commemorated here, with your team offering background on the monuments and preserved trenches you may see along the route. A solemn, meaningful stop that adds depth to your journey between France and the UK.

Stroll the Garonne quays past honey-stone facades to the elegant Palais de la Bourse and its shimmering Miroir d’Eau. This is Bordeaux at its most photogenic: grand squares, graceful colonnades and river breezes that hint at the city’s maritime past.

Hear how 18th-century prosperity shaped today’s harmonious streetscapes, and how regional wine heritage flows through daily life. Your orientation sets you up to explore cafés, wine bars and leafy boulevards with confidence later on.

Explore the cobbled lanes of Parte Vieja and curve along the crescent of Playa de la Concha, where Belle Époque balustrades frame jade-green waters. Your orientation reveals pint-sized plazas, belle-époque facades and the rhythm of the city’s legendary pintxos bars.

Absorb Basque culture and language in street signs, bakeries and bustling market stalls. Learn how the seafront shaped local cuisine and why San Sebastián’s culinary scene sets the bar for the rest of Spain.

Walk the labyrinthine lanes of the Barri Gòtic, crossing shadowy archways and hidden squares before emerging onto Las Ramblas. Glimpse Roman stones in the old city walls and soak up the hum of flower stalls, buskers and classic café terraces.

Hear how medieval guilds, Catalan merchants and artists left their mark, from cathedral cloisters to lively plazas. This overview helps you navigate the contrasts of Barcelona’s historic heart with ease.

Step inside a French perfume house to learn the art of fragrance among gleaming bottles and botanicals. Discover how flowers and herbs are extracted and blended, and appreciate the patience behind classic scents.

Trace the region’s heritage from Grasse to the Riviera’s ateliers, where techniques like enfleurage and steam distillation shaped perfumery. Expect plenty of sniffing and storytelling as you explore the craft that made this coast synonymous with elegance.

Arrive after dark to see Riviera lights glint off the harbor as you stroll Monaco-Ville to the Royal Palace. Then follow the curve of luxury cars and palms to the Monte Carlo Casino, an icon of Belle Époque glamour and cinematic style.

Hear tales of the Grimaldi dynasty and the Principality’s Grand Prix turns, then savor the contrast between old-town lanes and Monte Carlo’s polished facade. It’s sightseeing with a dash of nocturnal sparkle.

Use your included rail pass to hop between cliff-hugging villages like Vernazza and Manarola, where pastel houses cling to terraces above a teal sea. Choose to wander lanes, dip your toes or tackle short stretches of the coastal trails.

Discover Ligurian flavors—pesto, anchovies, focaccia—as sea air mingles with lemon and basil. This flexible day lets you shape your own picture-postcard memories among UNESCO-listed landscapes.

Join a Florence walking tour over the Ponte Vecchio and into Piazza della Signoria, where Renaissance palazzi and statues frame the city’s open-air museum. Admire the Duomo’s marble exterior and the dome that redefined engineering.

Witness a hands-on leather demonstration, a Florentine craft honed around Santa Croce. Hear about tanning traditions, tooling techniques and why Florentine workmanship remains a mark of quality worldwide.

Explore Rome’s historic heart, tossing a coin at the Trevi Fountain, gazing up at the Pantheon, and drifting through elegant piazzas lined with fountains and cafés. Your Tour Team’s insights turn ruins and palaces into vivid stories.

Take in the Colosseum from the outside, where emperors once staged spectacles for the masses. Layered cobbles, baroque churches and ancient masonry create an open-air timeline spanning millennia.

Slip into Shakespeare’s myth at Juliet’s House, peering into a stone courtyard draped with ivy and love notes. A short stroll reveals the monumental Roman Arena, still hosting performances after nearly two millennia.

Learn how medieval Signori and venetian rule shaped Verona’s pink-limestone streets and graceful squares. The city’s romantic aura and Roman heritage make for a compelling double act.

Skim across the lagoon by private motoscafo, tracing the Grand Canal past palazzi and bell towers before stepping into St Mark’s Square. Arcades, mosaics and melodies set the stage for Venice’s theatrical welcome.

Admire the Gothic lacework of the Doge’s Palace and the basilica’s golden facade as your Tour Team shares the city’s maritime rise and artistic legacy. A classic entrance to an incomparable city.

Wander baroque lanes around the Getreidegasse, where wrought-iron signs and pastel facades paint Salzburg’s Old Town. Lift your eyes to the Hohensalzburg Fortress, Europe’s great hilltop stronghold dominating spires and squares below.

Hear of Mozart’s childhood and the bishops who shaped these ornate streets. Alpine backdrops and onion-domed churches make this Austrian gem feel part opera set, part living city.

Pay respects at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, where exhibitions, reconstructed barracks and memorials honor those imprisoned here. Walk quietly, read testimonies and absorb the weight of history in a space designed for remembrance.

Learn how Dachau, opened in 1933, became the model for the camp system. Chapels, sculptures and the preserved gate offer places to reflect on human dignity and the importance of memory.

Join a city orientation past the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag and Tiergarten, where Berlin’s layers of empire, division and reunification reveal themselves in stone and steel. Your Tour Team’s insights bring context to monuments and memorials.

Continue to the East Side Gallery, a mile-long stretch of former Wall turned open-air canvas. Murals and slogans capture the euphoria and complexity of 1989, making history feel immediate and alive.

Experience a Parisian cabaret with dinner, where sequins, spotlights and high-kicking choreography surge through a historic Montmartre-style venue. Expect champagne bubbles, sultry vocals and the fizz of a big-night-out in the City of Light.

This classic evening blends Belle Époque tradition with contemporary spectacle for a taste of Parisian nightlife. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Sample regional wines with a local host on a gentle walk, comparing supple Merlot-led right-bank styles with more structured left-bank blends. Learn tasting techniques and how terroir—from gravel to clay—shapes every glass.

Pair sips with canapés as you chat AOC labels, vintages and cellar etiquette. An approachable introduction in the city that lives and breathes wine. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Join a guided pintxos tour through Old Town bars, balancing plates of gildas, croquetas and seared prawns with pours of cider or crisp txakoli. Master the art of ordering—and sharing—like a local.

Learn about Basque flavors, counter displays and the lively ritual of hopping from bar to bar. Come hungry and curious. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Feel the intensity of a Flamenco performance in an intimate tablao, where stamping heels, handclaps and guitar weave stories of longing and pride. Sip a drink as dancers and singers ignite the room.

Learn how Andalusian roots, Roma traditions and modern artistry shape this living art form in Barcelona. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Cook paella and seasonal tapas with local chefs during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience that supports community initiatives. Learn knife skills, sofrito secrets and the science of perfect rice.

Share your meal with the group while hearing how your visit empowers training and preserves culinary heritage. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Join a guided walking tour through streets frozen in time, past villas with frescoes, bakeries and bathhouses. In the shadow of Vesuvius, Pompeii’s mosaics and forums reveal everyday Roman life in remarkable detail.

Hear how ash preserved this city and what excavations continue to uncover. A powerful, educational visit that deepens your journey through southern Italy. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Roll fresh pasta with a local chef, kneading dough, shaping ribbons and mastering sauces the Roman way. Toast your efforts with wine before sitting down to a convivial meal.

Swap stories over classic dishes and learn the difference between regional shapes and sauces. Hands-on, delicious and confidence-building. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Sample cicchetti—Venetian small plates—in atmospheric bacari taverns, pairing salt-cod spreads, olives and polpette with a spritz or ombra of local wine.

Weave through canalside lanes as your host shares the social rituals behind these beloved snacks. Flavorful, local and perfect for grazers. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Savour a farmhouse feast in the hills near Salzburg, where family recipes, garden produce and warm hospitality shine. Expect hearty mains, seasonal sides and a sweet finish—plus a toast with local schnapps.

Hear about alpine life and traditions around a communal table as dusk settles over the meadows. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Pedal the Englischer Garten past lawns and beer gardens, pausing to watch the Eisbach river surfers ride a standing wave. Cruise quiet lanes to royal squares and the bustling Viktualienmarkt.

It’s a flat, fun way to connect the dots between Munich’s monuments and green spaces with a local guide. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Trace Berlin’s wartime and Cold War sites with a specialist guide, including Checkpoint Charlie, the site of Hitler’s bunker and the Topography of Terror.

Gain perspective on division and reunification while visiting memorials such as the Holocaust Memorial. In-depth, reflective and context-rich. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Explore street art lanes with a local insider through Kreuzberg and Friedrichshain, decoding murals, tags and paste-ups that speak to the city’s creative pulse.

Visit independent spaces like RAW-Gelände and hear artists’ stories behind the color-soaked facades. Urban, alternative and eye-opening. This is an optional experience at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Join a guided panoramic tour to take in the icons of the French capital, from the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe to the Louvre and Notre-Dame. As the sun sets, watch the boulevards glow on a drive of night-time illuminations, with the Seine’s bridges and facades shimmering in the dark.

Absorb Paris’ layers of history, from medieval Île de la Cité to Haussmann’s grand avenues. Pause for photos and let your Tour Team’s stories bring the city’s art, architecture and café culture into focus during your time in Paris.

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