• 4 Dinner (D)
• 15 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: 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! 

Glide the legendary Côte d’Azur on a scenic coach ride along French Riviera corniche roads. Take in winding corniche roads, headlands and harbours where superyachts gleam against the sapphire Mediterranean, with hillside towns stacked above pebbled bays.

Hear tales of artists, movie stars and wintering royals as Belle Époque villas and palm-lined boulevards roll by. Coastal viewpoints invite quick photo stops, capturing the light that inspired Matisse and Chagall’s Riviera palettes.

Walk Renaissance Florence past the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and across the jewellers’ bridge of the Ponte Vecchio. In a tucked-away bottega, watch artisans at an artisan leather workshop demonstrate age-old techniques of cutting, embossing and finishing.

Hear how Medici patronage sparked genius in art and science, then get tips for browsing markets and studios. The city’s Renaissance heritage comes alive in stone, craft and café-lined piazzas.

Join a guided hop through Parte Vieja’s best bars to graze on pintxos—bite-sized works of culinary art pinned to bread or grilled to order. Pair skewers and small plates with crisp txakoli or a local cider while learning bar etiquette like a Donostia local.

From octopus to anchovies and slow-braised cheeks, each stop reveals a new twist on Basque flavour. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Witness the raw intensity of a live Flamenco performance in an intimate tablao. Feel guitar and palmas drive the rhythm as dancers unleash percussive footwork and swirling skirts, telling stories of longing and pride.

Pre-show tapas and a drink set the mood for an evening where emotion takes center stage. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour; venues and inclusions may vary.

Saddle up for a leisurely coastal bike ride along seafront paths and palm-lined boulevards. Pedal the Promenade des Anglais and lookout points above azure bays, stopping for photos where the Alps meet the sea.

Gentle gradients and salty breezes set an easy pace for Riviera sightseeing on two wheels. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour; route and duration may vary with conditions.

Dine at a local, family-run mozzarella farm, watching curds stretched into silky bocconcini before tasting them minutes later. Enjoy rustic dishes drizzled with estate olive oil and toast the evening with house limoncello amid orchard scents.

Authentic, short-supply-chain flavours meet warm Campanian hospitality in a countryside setting. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour; menu and demonstrations may vary with season.

Explore Barcelona’s oldest heart, weaving through the Gothic Quarter to Las Ramblas. Trace medieval lanes to sunlit courtyards, pause by the cathedral spires, and wander arcades where artisans and street performers animate the scene.

Learn how Roman walls and guild houses evolved into today’s creative capital. Swing by La Boqueria Market and lively Placa Reial as your guide shares tips on tapas bars, Catalan specialties and spots for people-watching under swaying palms.

Visit a traditional French perfume house to learn the craft behind Riviera scent-making. Discover how perfumers balance notes and accords—from jasmine and neroli to sun-kissed citrus—and why this coastline became Europe’s capital of fragrance.

Trace techniques refined over centuries in nearby Grasse and understand how raw ingredients are distilled, blended and matured. Leave with a new appreciation for olfactory art and tips on choosing a signature scent that suits your style.

Experience Monaco after dusk, where cliffside streets lead to the Royal Palace and the dazzling Monte Carlo Casino district. Wander elegant squares and gardens as lights shimmer over Port Hercules and limestone ramparts.

Hear stories of princes, movie royalty and the Formula 1 Grand Prix hairpin that snakes through town. From Belle Époque facades to yacht-filled marinas, this micro-state’s glamour feels like a film set you can step into.

Use your included rail pass to hop between the pastel villages of Cinque Terre National Park. Trace terraces of vines above the Ligurian Sea, explore harbours in Vernazza and Manarola, and sample focaccia before riding on to the next stop.

Paths and platforms reveal terraced vineyards, chapels and lookout points where fishermen once kept watch. Opt to follow short coastal trails between villages for sweeping views and photos that capture Liguria’s time-worn beauty.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Piazza dei Miracoli for that classic shot with the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Frame the tower alongside the cathedral and the marble Baptistery, whose acoustics and Romanesque lines define Pisan style.

Learn how soft ground, medieval ambition and meticulous stabilization created Italy’s most famous tilt. Beyond playful photos, the square’s lawns and arcades showcase the power and piety of a maritime republic at its zenith.

Journey the cliff-hugging Amalfi Coast along the famed SS163, where turquoise coves and terraced citrus groves drop to the sea. Arrive in Amalfi to explore whitewashed lanes, piazzas and café terraces overlooking bobbing fishing boats.

Step inside the striped facade of the Cathedral of St. Andrew or browse limoncello and ceramics in pocket-sized shops. Photo stops reveal rock arches, hairpin bends and coastal drama worthy of a painter’s canvas.

Explore Rome’s headline sights on foot, from the coin-toss ritual at the Trevi Fountain to the oculus-lit interior of the Pantheon. Continue to Piazza Navona, where Baroque fountains and facades frame lively cafés and street artists.

Unpack layers of empire, papal power and everyday Roman life as domes, obelisks and cobbles reveal the city’s ancient-to-Baroque layers. Your guide shares dining tips and gelato spots to enjoy later.

Experience a Parisian cabaret dinner and show in a Belle Époque hall, where sequins, feathers and high-kicking cancan meet live music and champagne sparkle. Savor classic French dishes as the curtain rises on dazzling choreography and comic interludes.

This is Paris nightlife distilled—glamour, satire and song beneath chandeliers and velvet balconies. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour; availability may vary by venue.

Taste your way through Bordeaux’s wine heritage on a guided ramble between stylish bars and historic squares. Sample regional wines—from supple Merlot blends to structured Cabernet—while comparing hallmark Left Bank and Right Bank styles.

Learn to read labels, appellations and vintages as you linger by the Garonne riverfront. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour; pours and venues may vary with season and availability.

Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on cooking class using local, seasonal produce. Learn techniques behind seasonal Catalan recipes—think market-fresh seafood, sofrito bases and pa amb tomàquet—then sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve created.

Hear how sourcing and food traditions support neighbourhood communities, aligning with the MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® ethos. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Visit a family-run lemon farm tucked into terraced groves to learn how the coast’s famed sfusato lemons become fragrant limoncello. Wander under pergolas, see traditional cultivation and taste citrus-bright products made on site.

Stories of climate, soil and craft bring Sorrento’s citrus heritage to life, with a sweet finale of liqueur sips and marmalades. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Step back to AD 79 on a Guided tour of Pompeii, exploring streets, villas and frescoes preserved by volcanic ash. Walk the Forum and bathhouses, see plaster casts of residents, and learn daily rituals halted by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.

Archaeology and storytelling reveal a remarkably intact Roman city—from bakeries to theatres—frozen in its final hours. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Channel your inner nonna in a convivial kitchen, learning to knead, roll and cut fresh pasta before sitting down to dine. Master Roman sauces like cacio e pepe or amatriciana, paired with wine in a cozy local enoteca.

Swap travel stories over steaming plates as chefs share tips for replicating dishes at home. Optional pasta-making class at additional cost, bookable on tour; menu varies by season.

Explore elegant Bordeaux with a guided orientation of its honey-coloured squares and quays. Stroll past the Place de la Bourse to the rippling Miroir d’eau, then trace the Garonne riverfront lined with 18th-century facades and graceful stone arches.

Hear how wine shaped this port’s fortunes, from medieval trade to modern revival. Grand avenues, civic theatres and wide plazas reveal a city restored to splendour—perfect for golden-hour photos and café stops along the Garonne quays.

Walk San Sebastián’s storybook shoreline and lanes, from the arc of Playa de la Concha to the bar-lined alleys of Parte Vieja. Amble the elegant promenade, feel Atlantic breezes, and step into squares where locals gather for evening chatter.

Soak up Belle Époque facades and the lively Plaza de la Constitución while your Trip Manager points out pintxo hotspots and photo viewpoints. Basque charm, sea air and sandstone architecture make this compact city a joy to explore.

Pause in the Valley of the Somme to reflect on the First World War’s immense legacy. Visit key sites such as the Thiepval Memorial and preserved lines near the Beaumont-Hamel trenches, where landscapes still bear the scars of 1916’s offensive.

Gain context on the Western Front as you pause for photos and reflection among rolling fields, cemeteries and memorials. Names, regiments and national stories bring a century-old conflict into sharp, human focus.

Contiki

Discover Paris at its most theatrical on a night-time spin past the city’s icons. Join a guided panoramic tour to see the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe aglow, glide along the Champs-Élysées, and admire the shimmer of the Seine bridges as monuments and boulevards light up the winter sky.

Hear stories of emperors, revolutions and Belle Époque grandeur while cruising by Place de la Concorde and the Louvre’s glass pyramid. The drama of Paris after dark sets the tone for your days of art, fashion and café culture ahead.