• 9 Dinner (D)
• 44 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Picnic Lunch (PL)

• London: For this trip, we recommend that you carry the British Pound, Euro, Czech Koruna, Hungarian Forint, Romanian Lei, Turkish Lira, Bulgarian Lev, Swiss Francs. (It’s a coin collector’s dream!)
• 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.
• Istanbul: At the end of 2021 the Republic of Turkey officially changed its English name to ‘The Republic of Turkiye’ (pronounced “Tur-key-yeah”), which is how it is both spelt and pronounced in Turkish.
• 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.
• London: Most accommodations on the trip offer self-service laundry or a laundry service. Wanna know the best time and place to do your laundry? Ask your Trip Manager! They have all the info you need.
• 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.

• 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.
• Beaujolais: Be a VIP at the epic Contiki Château and fill up on a banquet of classic French dishes and wines. Ooh la la! 
• Beaujolais Wine Region: Set within the rolling hills of the Beaujolais wine region, the legendary Contiki Château special stay has been wowing travellers for decades. From the luxe bar to the elegant new bedrooms, our Château is the perfect backdrop to long summer days lounging by the pool, capped off with French feasts, local wine and dancing the night away in ‘La Cave.’
• Beaujolais: Clear out the cobwebs and get in touch with you zen side with a guided yoga session on the sweeping lawns of the château.
• Beaujolais: Enjoy a French-style picnic while admiring the gorgeous Beaujolais countryside.
• 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!
• Arles: Visit the historic city of Arles, famous for inspiring the paintings of Van Gogh.
• 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).
• Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
• Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list! 
• Amalfi Coast: Definitely one for the bucket list. Your chance to view one of Europe’s active volcanoes from a distance. 
• Corinth Canal: The world’s deepest canal is an epic sight. It was carved through the rock, as a link between the Aegean and Ionian Seas.
• Athens: Walk in the footsteps of Gods and Goddesses, as you take a guided tour around the Ancient Greek monuments and explore the Parthenon temple. 
• Thermopylae: Fans of the film 300 will love this tribute to Spartan warriors, on the site of the Thermopylae battle. 
• Gallipoli: See the infamous site of the ANZAC troop landings at the battle of Gallipoli in WWI. 
• Gallipoli: Brush up on your history knowledge with a visit to WWI battle sites: Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair Gallipoli  
• Istanbul: If you’re looking for ornate and photogenic buildings we have a treat for you. See the Byzantine Hagia Sophia (Blue Mosque), Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar and Suleymaniye Mosque.
• Târgu Mure?: Visit the national monument in Transylvania (and also the inspiration for Dracula’s castle) – which is now a museum with art and furniture collected by Queen Marie. And of course, you can take a look inside if you’d like!
• Hopfgarten im Brixental: Join us in the cute lil Austrian Tyrol village of Hopfgarten, where you’ll find Haus Schoneck by Contiki. Next to one of the world’s largest ski regions, this traditional property has had a fresh facelift with all the modcons. We’re talking on-site sauna, Schnapps bar, communal lounge area, a shuttle to the main gondola. Hungry after a day on the slopes? Chow down on some warming locally sourced meals in our dining room.
• Munich: We’ll make a stop at a traditional Bavarian ‘Bier Halle’. Grab your Contiki crew and a beer. Prost!
• Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site: Take a somber but impactful visit to the site of a World War II concentration camp in Munich. 
• Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
• Berlin: Heads up culture vultures. Here’s your chance to check out the longest open-air gallery in the world.

Witness the narrow rock-cut chasm of the Corinth Canal, a 19th-century engineering feat linking the Aegean and Ionian Seas. Boats pass like toys between sheer limestone walls soaring 70+ meters overhead.

Pause to capture the vivid blue water and learn how ancient ambitions became modern reality. It’s a sharp, dramatic snapshot of Greece’s maritime geography in action.

Visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial for a sober, respectful encounter with Europe’s darkest chapter. Exhibitions, memorial chapels and preserved grounds invite quiet learning and remembrance.

Established in 1933 and liberated in 1945, Dachau became a model for camps across Nazi-occupied Europe. This impactful visit encourages reflection on dignity, resilience and the imperative to remember.

Walk the longest preserved section of the Berlin Wall to explore the open-air East Side Gallery. Murals burst with color, satire and hope along a concrete scar once dividing a city.

From “Fatherland” motifs to kissing statesmen, artists turned border into canvas after 1989. It’s street art with a heavy backstory, seen against the River Spree and an ever-evolving Berlin.

Taste Paris on the Butte with a convivial dinner in Montmartre, where cafés spill onto cobbles and artists sketch below the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Expect hearty classics, carafes and conversation.

From bistro lights to accordion notes floating across the square, this hilltop village feels worlds away from the boulevards below. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Savour a rustic Florentine feast with ribollita, handmade pasta and grilled meats poured over with Chianti. Candlelit tables and brick vaults amplify the mood.

Tuscany’s cucina povera turns simple ingredients into soulful comfort. Between toasts and tiramisu, this meal captures the warmth of the region. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Step inside the Flavian Amphitheatre on a guided tour of the Colosseum, tracing gladiator routes beneath vaulted arches. Learn how spectacles and politics intertwined in ancient Rome.

With the Forum and Palatine Hill nearby, stone tiers and travertine blocks bring imperial grandeur into focus. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Roll past the Residenz, English Garden and Isar embankments on a relaxed Munich bike tour. Beer gardens, neoclassical squares and riverside surfers reveal the city’s easy vibe.

Guides keep history lively while pointing out local favourites for later. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Drift past floodlit bridges and palaces on a Danube dinner cruise, tasting Hungarian favourites as the Parliament’s neo-Gothic spires glow gold.

Music, river breezes and architectural silhouettes capture Budapest’s dual personality—Buda’s hills, Pest’s boulevards—in one elegant glide. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Venture beyond the postcards on a Hidden Prague walk through courtyards, passages and lesser-known neighbourhoods. Hear local stories that bring stones and statues to life.

It’s Prague off the main drag—intimate, surprising and full of character. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Join a historian-led walk tracing Prussian pomp, Nazi terror and Cold War division. See memorials, Unter den Linden and the site associated with Hitler’s bunker.

Context turns facades into chapters—from empire to reunification. It’s essential Berlin in a few compelling kilometres. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Explore street art yards, creative collectives and repurposed spaces on an alternative Berlin tour. Murals, paste-ups and squats reveal a city always remixing itself.

From Kreuzberg to Friedrichshain, subcultures and start-ups share the same concrete canvas. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Slip under humpback bridges on a classic Amsterdam canal cruise, skimming past gabled warehouses, houseboats and lantern-lit quays. The city flows by at water level.

Commentary connects Golden Age trade to today’s creative energy, all reflected on rippling canals. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Cruise the strait on an included ferry across the English Channel, watching the White Cliffs of Dover glow chalk-white above the surf. Sea air, gulls and working harbours set a classic maritime scene as you sail from Britain toward the Continent.

Glide into France with a sense of passage: this storied sea lane has linked cultures for centuries, from Roman galleys to modern liners. It’s a relaxed, scenic start that frames Europe from the water.

Trace the Valley of the Somme as your coach passes memorials and rolling fields once churned by the Great War. Expect quiet commentary, poppy-dotted countryside and time to pause for photos and reflection at poignant viewpoints.

Absorb the scale of the 1916 offensive, when trench lines and towns like Péronne and Albert became bywords for sacrifice. This contemplative journey sets a thoughtful historical tone early in your adventure.

Join a guided panoramic tour to meet the icons of the City of Light: Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre and the grand sweep of the Champs-Élysées. Glide past the Seine and elegant Haussmann boulevards for a picture-perfect overview.

Hear how medieval, royal and revolutionary Paris layered into today’s creative capital. From Notre-Dame’s flying buttresses to café terraces and bookstalls, the tour reveals Parisian style, history and irresistible street life in one sweep.

Taste the Beaujolais terroir at Contiki’s storied château with a hosted sample of regional wines and a French-style feast. Sip light, fruit-forward Gamay while your hosts share vineyard lore beneath beams and chandeliers.

Set in rolling hills and formal gardens, Château de Cruix pairs rustic tradition with convivial hospitality. Expect generous platters, clinking glasses and the easy rhythm of countryside evenings that stretch long into conversation.

Wake gently with a guided yoga session on manicured lawns framed by vines and cypress. Breathe in cool morning air as the Beaujolais hills warm to first light and birdsong sets the tempo.

This mindful practice grounds your day amid provincial serenity, blending movement with views across vineyards and stone terraces. It’s a restorative moment that balances the sensory pleasures of the region.

Unfold a classic French spread of baguette, cheeses and seasonal salads for an al fresco picnic in the château gardens. Linger over a glass of local rosé while peacocks of cloud shadow drift across vines.

With stone balustrades, clipped hedges and distant farmsteads, the setting invites unhurried bites, conversation and countryside calm. It’s an everyday ritual elevated by place, produce and pastoral views.

Explore the labyrinthine Gothic Quarter where Roman walls, candlelit chapels and hidden courtyards reveal Barcelona’s oldest soul. Stroll into the theatre of Las Ramblas, alive with florists, buskers and the scents of La Boqueria market.

Medieval lanes open to sunlit squares such as Placa Reial, where palm trees flank arcades. It’s a vivid primer in Catalan character, from gargoyles and guild houses to café culture and street art.

Visit Arles to see the mighty Roman Arena and theatre that once staged gladiators and classical drama. Stone tiers, archways and golden Provencal light set a timeless backdrop for photos.

Beyond antiquity, café terraces and painted shutters echo scenes that inspired Van Gogh’s canvases. This short cultural dip captures Provence in miniature—Roman grandeur, Mediterranean hues and a gentle rhythm of daily life.

Walk the lamplit lanes of Monaco-Ville to the Prince’s Palace, then follow the curve of Port Hercule where superyachts glint like constellations. Continue to the legendary Monte Carlo Casino for its Belle Époque glamour.

Between cliffside gardens and a glittering harbor, Monaco distills Riviera opulence into a compact stage. It’s a cinematic evening of polished marble, manicured plazas and soft sea breezes.

Step inside a traditional perfume house to learn the art of fragrance. Follow flower essences from distillation to blending, testing your nose on citrus top notes, floral hearts and warm base accords.

From jasmine and rose de mai to neroli, the Riviera’s botanicals have perfumed Europe for centuries. This sensory visit blends craft and history, inviting you to decode the alchemy behind a signature scent.

Glide by private launch to the heart of Venice, cruising the lagoon past boatyards, campanili and palace facades mirrored in green water. The city unveils itself as a floating tapestry.

Disembark near St Mark’s Square, where Byzantine domes, marble lions and arcaded cafés frame a stage set of maritime power. The arrival itself is the experience—salt air, misty canals and a sense of wonder.

Visit the Field of Miracles to pause for photos of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Cathedral and Baptistery. White marble ripples with Romanesque carvings, while the famous tilt creates playful perspectives.

Hear how soft subsoil and centuries of engineering shaped this architectural celebrity. Between striped arcades, green lawns and ringing bells, the square captures Tuscany’s blend of devotion and spectacle.

Walk Renaissance streets to the Duomo Cathedral, Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio, tracing Medici power and artistic genius at every turn. Learn how artisans cut, stamp and burnish hides during a leather workshop demonstration.

From Brunelleschi’s dome to the scent of tanned calfskin, Florence mingles grand architecture with intimate craft. You’ll leave with context for masterpieces—and respect for the hands that shaped them.

Stroll Rome’s baroque heart at golden hour to throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain, step inside the Pantheon and admire Bernini fountains on Piazza Navona. Street music and espresso aroma set a Roman soundtrack.

Ancient columns, Renaissance facades and lively piazzas reveal layers of the Eternal City. It’s an elegant primer in Rome’s artistry, best enjoyed at an amble between gelato stops.

Settle into your cabin and watch the coast recede during an overnight ferry crossing from Italy toward the Ionian Isles. The Adriatic Sea unfurls in indigo as deck lights twinkle and the ship hums softly.

Wake to new shores and a maritime rhythm as old as Mediterranean trade itself. This relaxed journey bridges cultures while adding a touch of seafaring romance to your route.

Ascend with a Local Guide to the Acropolis and Parthenon, where Doric columns crown the city and philosophy meets panorama. Continue to the white-marble Panathenaic Stadium, birthplace of the modern Olympics.

From Pericles to 1896, Athens compresses millennia into walkable landmarks. Marble underfoot, fig trees, mythology and city views combine to tell the story of democracy, sport and timeless craftsmanship.

Sail the Cyclades on comfortable ferries across the Aegean, watching an island-dotted horizon drift by in shades of blue. Deck breezes, chapel-topped headlands and glints of whitewashed villages set the scene.

These sea links are Greece’s lifelines, connecting markets, myths and modern island life. It’s travel as coastal Greeks have done for centuries—unhurried, sunlit and salty in the best way.

Wander Oia’s sugar-cube lanes toward terraces where the sunset over the caldera paints cliffs copper and violet. Blue domes, windmills and quiet chapels create postcard compositions at every turn.

Shaped by a Bronze Age volcano and Cycladic minimalism, Oia village balances drama and serenity. Linger as bells toll and the Aegean dims, a serene close to a sun-drenched day.

Stand at Thermopylae, where a narrow pass once echoed with spears and shields. See the statue of King Leonidas and pause for photos and reflection on the Spartans’ legendary stand in 480 BC.

Surrounded by mountains and olive groves, the site evokes strategy, courage and the shaping of Western storytelling. It’s a compact, powerful stop for history lovers and curious minds alike.

Tour the Gallipoli Peninsula to ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery and Chunuk Bair, tracing the 1915 campaign across ridgelines and quiet beaches. Graves, plaques and pines frame time for remembrance.

Your guide shares perspectives from both sides of the Dardanelles as you look over waters once choked with landers. It’s a solemn, insightful encounter with the human cost of modern warfare.

Discover the layers of empire with a Local Guide inside and around Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet’s courtyards. Browse the Grand Bazaar, a labyrinth of spices, silks and hammered copper.

Minarets pierce the skyline while domes echo with centuries of worship and ceremony. From Ottoman tiles to Byzantine mosaics, Istanbul reveals a crossroads of faith, trade and artistry.

Walk Dresden’s Baroque heart to see the rebuilt Frauenkirche, Neumarkt and the ornate pavilions of the Zwinger. Stucco swirls, cupolas and sandstone facades showcase a phoenix city reborn.

Stories of wartime loss and meticulous restoration accompany a graceful urban landscape. It’s a study in memory and renewal, captured in elegant squares and the Elbe’s reflective curve.

Step inside a traditional Bavarian Bierhalle to raise a stein beneath vaulted ceilings and oompah brass. Long wooden tables, pretzels and amber lagers create instant Gemutlichkeit.

Servers in Tracht, hearty fare and local brews connect you to centuries of convivial Bavarian culture. It’s loud, warm and celebratory—the social heart of Munich beyond Oktoberfest.

Climb into Hradcany for sweeping views across red roofs and the Vltava. See courtyards, palace facades and the flying buttresses of St Vitus Cathedral from the Castle District.

Bohemian kings, Habsburgs and Velvet Revolutionaries all left marks here. Cobblestones, lanterns and river bends compose a romantic cityscape best savoured at a gentle pace.

Embrace the sparkle at an iconic Parisian cabaret, where feathers, sequins and live music whirl beneath spotlights. Champagne clinks while dancers deliver high-kicks with Paris-perfect polish.

Born of Belle Époque nightlife, cabaret blends cheeky humour, choreography and couture into a uniquely French spectacle. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Ascend by cogwheel train to Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe, where an ice palace, observation decks and glacier views spread across the Aletsch. The air thins; the Alps expand.

Snow crunches underfoot as peaks like Monch and Jungfrau rise in sculpted silence. Switzerland puts on its grandest show at 3,454 meters. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Dial up the adrenaline with a canyon swing or guided canyoning through chiselled gorges. Expect harnesses, wetsuits, roaring water and that heart-pounding “countdown to leap.”

Granite walls, emerald pools and alpine air set a natural arena for thrill-seekers in Switzerland’s adventure capital. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Pedal the Riviera with a leisurely coastal bike ride past palm-lined promenades, Belle Époque villas and glittering bays. Sea breezes and café stops keep the pace easy.

From old port quays to pebbled beaches, cycling reveals Nice’s everyday glamour at street level. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Drift by gondola along back canals and beneath stone bridges while oars tap time against green water. Palazzi, laundry lines and church bells compose Venice’s intimate soundtrack.

Centuries of craftsmanship shaped these black lacquered boats and striped moorings. It’s a slow, romantic vantage on a city built for water. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Graze your way through bacari bars on a guided cicchetti walk, pairing bite-size Venetian specialties with local wines. Think salt-cod mousse, marinated anchovies and tramezzini.

Between Rialto alleys and hidden campos, learn how Venice snacks—standing, chatting, sharing plates. It’s lagoon life on a plate. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Roll, cut and shape dough in a hands-on session to make and eat pasta in Rome. Learn regional sauces, from cacio e pepe to amatriciana, under a local chef’s guidance.

Shared tables, flour-dusted smiles and a glass of red turn craft into conviviality. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Walk Roman streets preserved by Vesuvius on a guided tour of Pompeii. Step into villas with frescoes, bakeries with millstones and theatres echoing ancient applause.

As daily life reappears in mosaic detail, the 79 AD eruption shifts from myth to memory. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Sail along Ios’ rugged coast on a relaxed boat trip, dropping anchor in turquoise coves to swim and snorkel. Sun-warmed decks and crystalline water define the day.

Sea caves, sandy inlets and a soundtrack of cicadas offer pure Cycladic escapism. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Rev things up with watersports on the Aegean—think paddleboarding, wakeboarding or a fast tow over gentle chop. Golden beaches and bright blue backdrops set the tone.

Choose your pace, from splashy fun to balance-testing core work. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Chop, spice and simmer in a family kitchen to cook Turkish home dishes such as borek, meze and fragrant stews. Stories flow as generously as tea.

From sumac and mint to pomegranate molasses, the pantry reveals Anatolia on a plate. Share the meal you’ve made together. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Unwind in a historic Turkish hammam, where warm marble, eucalyptus steam and foamy exfoliation rituals leave you relaxed and refreshed.

Rooted in Ottoman bathing culture, the hammam blends wellness with architecture—domed ceilings, star vents and echoing chambers. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Soak in mineral pools beneath Art Nouveau arches at renowned thermal baths such as Széchenyi. Steam curls into winter air as chess players hold court on floating boards.

Fed by subterranean springs, Budapest’s bath culture blends social ritual with spa therapy. Bring a swimsuit and a blissful appetite for warmth. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Trace Mozart’s footsteps and movie moments on a guided circuit of Salzburg’s Old Town, baroque squares and cliff-hugging abbeys. Alpine backdrops score the scene.

From fortress views to domed churches, the city’s musical legacy meets Habsburg elegance at every corner. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Pedal valley paths past chalets, meadows and waterfalls, breathing crisp Tyrolean air while cowbells mark the miles. Gentle gradients keep it scenic rather than sweaty.

Local guides share mountain lore and lookout spots perfect for photos. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Run, lift and soar in a tandem paraglide above alpine valleys, watching chalets shrink and peaks unfurl like a relief map. The silence is unforgettable.

Professional pilots handle the thermals so you can simply float and marvel. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Grab a paddle and crash through alpine rapids on a guided whitewater rafting run. Expect spray, teamwork and high-five moments between eddies.

Gorge walls, evergreen slopes and glacial water create a pristine playground for adventure. Wetsuits, helmets and pro guides included. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Settle in for a lively night of folk music and dance paired with hearty Czech dishes and local beer or wine. Hand-embroidered costumes and spinning skirts set the tempo.

From polka rhythms to communal toasts, this is Bohemia at its most convivial. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Step inside a former shipyard to explore the STRAAT Museum, a cathedral of large-scale street art and graffiti by global names. Industrial bones meet explosive color.

From political murals to pop surrealism, Amsterdam’s creative grit turns gallery-worthy. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

Feel the duende at an authentic flamenco performance where heel stamps, guitar strings and staccato palmas ignite the room. Dancers’ shawls whirl; singers pour out raw emotion.

Born in Andalusia and beloved across Spain, flamenco is intensity distilled into movement and music. Optional experience at additional cost, bookable on tour.

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