• 3 Dinner (D)
• 13 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: For this trip, we recommend that you carry the British Pound, Euro, Czech Koruna, Swiss Franc. (It’s a coin collector’s dream!)
• London: This trip includes plenty of interesting Free Time Add-Ons in Amsterdam. So if you’re planning to do any other activity, and looking to book in advance – it’s best to book your tickets between 12-3PM. Of course, you can always book any other time (we’re all about freedom to explore!). But make sure you don’t miss the other activities, or a coach transfer to the accommodation!
• 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: Yep. If you’re booking a twin room as a couple, you’ll be roomed together.

• Amsterdam: Dive into the vibrant world of STRAAT, Amsterdam’s street art and graffiti museum. You’ll see artworks (showcasing the epic untold stories and hidden meanings) from over 180 global artists housed in a massive warehouse.
• Berlin: Join us for dinner at Kreuzberger Himmel in Berlin, where Middle Eastern cuisine (think: delicious plant-based eats) is served by a diverse staff of refugees to help foster integration & solidarity.
• 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.
• Dresden: See the Baroque architecture that was rebuilt after the WWII bombings. Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House and Frauenkirche.
• Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
• Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site: Take a somber but impactful visit to the site of a World War II concentration camp in Munich. 
• Munich: We’ll make a stop at a traditional Bavarian ‘Bier Halle’. Grab your Contiki crew and a beer. Prost!
• Innsbruck: Snow-capped peaks. Pristine air. Chocolate-box buildings. Innsbruck is the answer to all of your Alpine travel wishes. 
• Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
• Pisa: Your ultimate chance to ‘hold the tower up’ as you pose for that classic Insta snap. 
• 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.
• Lucerne: Check out the Wooden Chapel Bridge and the giant sandstone Lion Monument.
• Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
• 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.

Explore Dresden’s phoenix-like revival on a city walk past the Frauenkirche, the refined courtyards of the Zwinger Palace, and the stately Semperoper. Elegant facades and cupolas reassert a skyline once shattered by war.

Learn how meticulous reconstruction restored the Baroque skyline and preserved royal Saxon heritage. Frescoes, porcelain collections, and riverfront terraces reveal why Dresden remains a benchmark of resilience and cultural grace.

Stroll the cobbles to the Castle District (Hradcany) for sweeping views over Prague’s bridges and red-tiled roofs. Admire the soaring pinnacles of St Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, and quiet courtyards steeped in Bohemian lore.

From hilltop terraces, trace the Vltava’s curve and the spires that earned Prague its nickname, the “City of a Hundred Spires.” These panoramic city views pair Gothic grandeur with storybook romance.

Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site for a reflective encounter with history. Walk through preserved barracks, the roll-call square, and exhibits documenting the rise of dictatorship and the machinery of persecution.

Take time to reflect at the memorials and learn from survivor testimonies and archival material. This sober experience honors victims and underscores the imperative to guard human rights and dignity.

Step into a traditional Bavarian beer hall where vaulted ceilings, long wooden tables, and brass notes set a convivial mood. Clink steins of local brews and sample regional fare as you soak up Munich’s year-round Oktoberfest spirit.

Nearby, pause at the Glockenspiel at Marienplatz to catch its dancing figures and chiming bells. This lively moment pairs old-world ritual with Munich’s unmistakable Gemutlichkeit.

Explore pastel arcades and cobbles beneath an Alpine backdrop in Innsbruck’s medieval core. Your orientation highlights the Golden Roof (Goldenes Dachl), imperial squares, and riverfront vistas where mountain light sharpens the city’s baroque lines.

Learn how Tyrolean traditions, Habsburg pageantry, and modern winter-sports heritage intertwine. Glimpses of the Bergisel Ski Jump add a contemporary flourish to this compact, photogenic capital.

Cross the Venetian Lagoon by private motoscafo, gliding past lighthouse islets and mooring posts toward the marble heart of La Serenissima. The skyline of domes and campanili sharpens as the boat slips into St Mark’s Basin.

Step ashore near St Mark’s Square for first glimpses of the Doge’s Palace, the Campanile, and waterfront palazzi reflected in green water. It’s a cinematic arrival worthy of Venice’s storied past.

Visit the gleaming lawns of the Piazza dei Miracoli to admire the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Romanesque Duomo, and the Baptistery’s marble curves. Angle your camera for that playful, classic perspective shot.

Hear how soft subsoil and centuries of engineering attempts shaped the tower’s famous tilt. The square’s striped arcades and sculpted portals make a refined backdrop for photos and quick architectural insights.

Use your included pass to zip by train between the Cinque Terre National Park villages—Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza, and Monterosso. Color-washed houses cling to cliffs above an electric-blue sea.

Pause for focaccia or a Ligurian spritz as terraced vineyards and harbors unfold at every stop. With the rail pass included, it’s easy to mix coastal strolls with short hikes linking these clifftop villages.

Explore Lucerne’s lakefront charm, crossing the Wooden Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrucke) with its painted roof trusses and medieval watchtower. Wander cobbled lanes lined with frescoed guild houses.

Pay respects at the Lion Monument, a poignant sandstone relief honoring Swiss Guards. The lake-and-alps panorama frames a city where Swiss craftsmanship, folklore, and serene scenery meet.

See Paris at its most theatrical on a night-time panoramic tour. Watch the Eiffel Tower sparkle, glide past the Grand Palais, and cross elegant bridges like Pont Alexandre III as the Seine mirrors the city’s glow.

Monuments shift from daytime icons to cinematic silhouettes along Seine-side boulevards. The illuminated sweep reveals why Paris is forever the City of Light.

Join a guided panoramic tour to admire the Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre’s courtyards, and Notre-Dame’s flying buttresses. Hear stories that link royal pageantry, revolutions, and café culture.

Continue to the elegant Fragonard perfumery to discover how noses compose fragrances from top, heart, and base notes. The atelier visit pairs Parisian savoir-faire with a sensory primer in scent.

Experience Rome’s icons aglow on an evening illumination drive. See the glow of the Colosseum, the sweep of Piazza Venezia, and grand avenues that layer emperors, popes, and modern Italy into one tapestry.

From baroque fountains to classical arches, ancient and baroque Rome reveal new textures at night. It’s a mood-rich orientation that sets the tone for deeper exploration during your stay.

Cruise the UNESCO-listed canal ring past Golden Age warehouses, stepped gables, and the graceful Skinny Bridge. Low-slung boats offer close-up views of waterside life and reflections of merchant houses in the waterline.

Glide beneath brick arches as your captain shares stories of trade, tolerance, and modern Dutch design. This canal cruise is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Drift through back canals on a traditional gondola ride, skimming under low bridges and quiet sotoportego. The water-level vantage reveals stone doorways, mooring posts, and tucked-away courtyards.

Hear the trickle of oar against wood as palazzi and laundry lines slide by. This intimate Venice essential is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Savor a Venetian dinner of lagoon-influenced cuisine: cicchetti, seafood risotto, seasonal vegetables, and Veneto wines. A cozy trattoria setting pairs candlelight with centuries of mercantile tradition.

Learn how spice routes and island gardens shaped local recipes, from briny bites to sweet tiramisù. This culinary experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Step inside on a guided tour of the Colosseum, tracing the amphitheater’s engineering and the myths of gladiators, emperors, and roaring crowds. Your guide decodes tiers, tunnels, and the arena floor.

Outside, the arches frame Rome’s imperial heart, with the arena of gladiators standing beside triumphal avenues. This in-depth visit is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Taste Rome’s neighborhoods on a Roman food tour, sampling suppli, pizza al taglio, artisanal cheeses, and seasonal fare at family-run spots. Learn why Roman cooking prizes simplicity and quality.

Finish on a sweet note with gelato as your host shares local tips and culinary lore woven through backstreet markets and trattorie. This experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Feast on a Florentine steak dinner featuring bistecca alla fiorentina, charred outside and rosy within, paired with Tuscan sides and a glass of Chianti. A historic trattoria setting amplifies the Renaissance ambiance.

Your host explains local breeds, traditional grilling, and the ritual of sharing this generous cut. This Tuscan indulgence is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Set sail on a Lake Lucerne cruise, watching chalets and church spires recede as the peaks of Pilatus and Rigi frame the water. Breezes carry bell chimes and the scent of pine from forested slopes.

Whether aboard a vintage paddle steamer or modern vessel, glassy coves and mirror-like reflections create lingering photo moments. This scenic cruise is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Dress up for a glittering cabaret show with dinner in Paris. Feathered costumes, live vocals, and can-can energy light up a historic stage, paired with classic French dishes and champagne options.

From footlights to finale, it’s theatrical Paris at full sparkle—a joyous night of music, dance, and glamour. This signature experience is at additional cost and bookable on tour.

Walk through Florence’s stony lanes to admire the Duomo’s dome, medieval towers, and artisan workshops around the Arno. Hear how Medici patronage and Renaissance genius shaped the city’s enduring beauty.

Squares lined with palazzi and loggias reveal sculpted facades and daily Florentine rhythms. This orientation helps you plan museum visits, markets, and golden-hour viewpoints with confidence.

Dine with purpose in lively Kreuzberg at Kreuzberger Himmel, where you’ll support a refugee-run social enterprise through a hosted dinner. Savor fragrant Levantine flavors—think hummus, falafel, seasonal salads—prepared by a talented, diverse team building new lives in Berlin.

Between courses, absorb the neighborhood’s creative pulse and the restaurant’s mission to foster integration and solidarity. It’s a heartfelt culinary experience that pairs shareable Middle Eastern dishes with a powerful community story.

Join a guided walking tour through Berlin’s defining landmarks, including the Brandenburg Gate, the sweeping lawns of Tiergarten, and the grand boulevards around Alexanderplatz. Hear how imperial ambition, war, and reunification reshaped the capital’s streetscape.

Pause at the Reichstag Building and the solemn Soviet War Memorial as your guide traces the city’s turbulent 20th century. The route layers striking architecture with pivotal history, offering context for Berlin’s modern, creative energy.

Walk the world’s longest open-air gallery along the former Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery. Towering murals transform concrete into a canvas of hope, satire, and remembrance, created by artists soon after reunification.

Stand before iconic images—kisses, checkpoints, and bold metaphors—and reflect on a city once divided. The murals of hope and protest frame powerful stories of freedom and the human drive to cross borders, both literal and personal.

Discover the scale and color of contemporary urban art with a visit to the STRAAT Museum, housed in a colossal former shipyard on Amsterdam’s NDSM wharf. See monumental works by more than 180 artists and trace global graffiti culture from countercultural beginnings to modern masterpiece.

Curators highlight the stories behind the vibrant murals and how letterforms, stencils, and paste-ups evolved in cities worldwide. It’s a vivid lens on Amsterdam’s creative spirit and the hidden meanings that give street art its edge.

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