European Adventurer

France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Albania, Montenegro (in transit), Croatia, Bosnia (in transit), Slovenia, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)

Map & Sightseeing List

Header-concept 39 days Budget

Total Price From* $126 per day: $4945 per person

*Based on mostly twin share, with a max quad share.

Meals: 36 1 22
Transportation: Coach, Ferry
Accommodation: Contiki Village, Contiki Special Stopover, Hostel, Adriatic Ferry, Hotel

Daily Itinerary European Adventurer

Depart for Europe Day 1

Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!
Arrive London Day 2

Check-in to your hotel after 2pm and the remainder of the day is free to relax before meeting your fellow travellers at 6pm. After dinner take a short walk to explore nearby Covent Garden.
London to Paris Day 3
Meet up with your fellow travellers and Contiki Crew, as you start your 46 day adventure. Your Tour Manager knows all the ins and outs of where you’re going and your tour’s own Mobile Cook will make sure you get big portions of tasty meals, made from fresh, local produce.
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We hit the road and take a ferry past the White Cliffs of Dover and travel via World War 1 battle fields in the Valley of the Somme to Paris.
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Tonight, the group kick starts Paris with the “Tour of Illuminations”, which shows off the French capital’s transformation into the “City of Lights”. Lamp-lit bridges and cool little cafés give us a real taste of Paris’ romance. Your Tour Manager will fill you in on the world’s most-recognised monuments, like the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe.
- Contiki Village
- Dinner
Paris Days 4 and 5
This town is loaded with possibilities. Discover its many bistros, museums, tree-lined avenues and diverse quartiers (neighbourhoods).

Get a feel for French flair by window shopping on the Left Bank, step into the Notre Dame cathedral or explore the endless galleries of the Louvre and get up close to the famous Mona Lisa. Try indulging in some delicious pastries and relax in one of Paris’ many green spaces.

Time in Paris includes a trip out to France’s most well-known chateau: Versailles, once home to the Sun King, Louis 14th and hot spot of the French Revolution. Check out the impressive exterior of this extravagant palace. Then there’s an opportunity to explore the former royal family’s luxurious living quarters.

Treat yourself to a real Parisian night out, starting with an optional dinner in an atmospheric restaruant, where you can get to know your group. Then sign up for an authentic cabaret experience, complete with can-can girls and champagne.
- Contiki Village
- Day 4
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Day 5
- Breakfast
Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Day 6
Today’s journey leads us to Contiki’s exclusive Château de Cruix nestled in the Beaujolais vineyards near Lyon.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Beaujolais Wine Region Day 7
This morning explore the French countryside and enjoy your included picnic lunch. In the afternoon relax and soak up the idyllic atmosphere of rural France.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Picnic Lunch
Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona Day 8
Our journey south today takes us to the impressive Roman aqueduct at Pont du Gard. As we skim past the Pyrénées we catch our first glimpse of the world-famous Mediterranean and arrive in vibrant Barcelona.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Barcelona Day 9
First stop: Mont Juic. The hilltop has full-blown vistas of the city and it’s where we stop to check out the 1992 Olympic Games complex. Afterward get a look into the wild imagination of famous Spanish architect, Gaudi, with his art nouveau masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia cathedral. Your Tour Manager walks you through the cobbled lanes of Barcelona’s oldest district, the Gothic Quarter.

Then there’s free time to discover more of Barcelona’s creative core. Pick up some quirky buys in the side streets or hit the big label shops on Plaça de Catalunya. Take in all of Barcelona’s buzzing street life on the tree-lined La Rambla – a boulevard packed with street performers, artists, shops and stalls.

Other ideas for your afternoon off include hanging out in the colourful gardens of Parc Guell or kicking back with the locals on the beach and taking a swim in the Mediterranean sea. There’s plenty of delicious local seafood to try like Spain’s signature dish, paella.

Tonight’s optional dinner and show is a perfect way to finish off your time in this hot city and a chance to get into the local flavours with a Flamenco dance performance and some sangria. Afterward, get the low down on Barcelona’s hottest spots and maybe hit the pumping clubs of Port Olympico, by the water.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Barcelona to French Riviera Day 10
We return to France today and travel through the beautiful Provence region to Arles. Wander through the streets as the Romans once did in this historic town, before continuing to the glamorous French Riviera.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
French Riviera Day 11
Next stop on the Riviera and home to the French perfume industry is Fragonard Perfumery. Learn about how perfume is made and some of its more surprising ingredients. It’s also a chance to pick up a bottle or 2 at great prices.

In your free time live a bit of the lifestyle with a visit to the local markets. Try out the region’s produce like lavender honey, aioli (garlic mayonnaise) and mouth-watering rosé wine.

Window shop the chic boutiques or choose a beach and catch some sun among all the bronzed bodies!

Tonight get a taste of the high life in Monaco, the glamorous principality packed into just 1.92km2 and home to the Formula 1. Get the inside story on the royal family and their place of residence from your Tour Manager. Try your luck at a casino later on.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
French Riviera to Venice Day 12
Today we leave France and enter Italy! We skim past the seaside city of Genoa and stop in Verona, home of Romeo and Juliet, before arriving in mainland Venice.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Venice Day 13
Known as the “floating city” Venice is packed with character, crammed with hidden lanes and linked by a network of canals.

The group travels on our private boat through the waters of the lagoon to visit the city’s historical heart. The limestone Bridge of Sighs, the gothic arches of Doges’ Palace and the expanse of St Mark’s Square (pigeons and all!) show off Venice’s unique beauty and way of life.

Learn about local artistry with a traditional glass blowing demonstration – a craft the city has been famous for since the 13th century.

Take some time to explore the floating city and lose yourself in the backstreets. There’s an optional walking tour where you can discover the labyrinth of interweaving lanes, waterways, palaces, piazzi and markets with our Local Guide. You’ll see historic monuments, hidden treasures and the Rialto market – a local favourite for food shopping.

Maybe grab a table on St Mark’s Square and eat some delicious Italian food al fresco.

Cap off the day with an optional gondola ride with your friends. Take a bottle of prosecco (Italian champagne) and toast this unforgettable experience as you are punted through the waterways.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Venice to Florence Day 14
We travel to Pisa, home of the famous Leaning Tower. From here it’s a short journey to the most spectacular of Renaissance cities, Florence.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Florence Day 15
Jump start the day uncovering this open-air museum and its city centre.

Our Local Guide gives you the inside track as the group learns about Florence’s cultural beginnings and explores streets crammed with artworks from masters like Michelangelo. Then take a look into a skillful demonstration of Florentine leather making and understand this region’s traditional art.

With bargains and bustle, the city’s markets are a great place to hang out. Grab a gelato and enjoy this gorgeous city.

Tonight, there’s a choice of a group dinner – an authentic Tuscan feast. Try regional dishes in the heart of Florence. Then keep it moving with a night out and get your groove on at Florence’s biggest club.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
Florence to Rome Day 16
All roads lead to Rome where our included sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to the Eternal City. This afternoon why not discover this city of Gladiators with a local guide? Then, do as the Romans do and stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the amazing Pantheon, and Piazza Navona.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
Rome Day 17
This morning, make the most of our Local Guide’s inside knowledge and uncover the remains of an ancient empire with a fantastic optional tour of the Roman Forum and Colosseum.

Then check-out the smallest country in the world and home to the Pope, the Vatican City. You’ve got plenty of time to take a closer look at St Peter’s Basilica or Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel.

Take off into the city and absorb the atmosphere, as vespas flash past timeworn monuments that are surrounded by fountains, pizzerias, cafes and bars. Before you hit the shops, let your Tour Manager point you in the right direction with some tips on the best buys.

In your free time, live the local lifestyle by indulging in a long lunch on a paved piazza or knock back a shot of espresso at the bar, like the Romans do.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Rome to Athens Day 18
A chance to take a guided tour of the ancient city of Pompeii as we travel across Italy to board our overnight ferry to Athens.
- Adriatic Ferry
- Breakfast
To Athens Day 19
From Patras we cross the famous Corinth canal before arriving in historic Athens. This afternoon enjoy an included sightseeing tour of this wonderful city with a local guide. The tour incorporates many sights of this ancient city and includes a visit to the Acropolis and Parthenon.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
Athens to Mykonos Day 20
Ferry to the striking beauty of Mykonos, a Greek island of white-washed houses, windmills and sapphire-blue water. This is your time to relax and adapt to Greek island life – sun-soaked beaches by day and cool bars and clubs by night.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
Mykonos Days 21 and 22
Mykonos is famous for its blissful beaches and party culture. No matter what you are after, chances are this island has got it! You’ll soon understand why people from all walks of life, from jet-setters to backpackers, come to hang out here.

You’ve got heaps of time to visit Mykonos town and wander through the maze of tiny streets lined by whitewashed cube-shaped houses. Maybe grab a table for lunch in the village and feast on fresh local specialties, like olives, feta and tzatziki dip.

For a laid back afternoon, be sure to check out world-famous Paradise Beach on an optional excursion. Get some friends together, chill out to the tunes pumping at the beachfront resorts, swim and relax

Wrap up the day in Little Venice and watch the sun set over the Aegean. But don’t stop there-get into the vibe and party at one of Mykonos’ many bars and or hip clubs.
- Hotel
- Day 21
- Breakfast
- Day 22
- Breakfast
Mykonos to Preveza Day 23
Back to mainland Greece, we journey across the Peloponnese, through the mountains to the coastal town of Preveza, a fishing village known for its friendly locals.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Preveza to Durres Day 24
Crossing the Albanian border, we follow the scenic valley interwoven by the numerous remains of the defensive bunkers built years ago. We see the Adriatic Sea on our way to our Durres resort. (Note: During peak periods the night in Durres may be substituted with a night in Tirana).
- Hotel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Durres to Dubrovnik Day 25
Heading north we pass Shkoder before crossing into Montenegro. This afternoon we join the coast, once a favourite retreat of Europe’s royalty and make our way on to Croatia and our accommodation in Dubrovnik.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Dubrovnik Day 26
Today’s sightseeing shows us one of Europe’s most breathtaking locations and the jewel of the Croatian coastline, the picturesque walled city of Dubrovnik. In your free time enjoy this UNESCO World Heritage Site by taking a walk along the old town walls or relaxing on the beach.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Dubrovnik to Zadar Day 27
On our way to Zadar we follow the Dalmatian Coast, enjoying the scenic archipelago that mixes stunning blue waters with the many islands. A short stop in Split gives you time to wander through the Roman remains of Diocletian’s Palace.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Zadar to Ljubljana Day 28
Today it’s on to the Slovenian capital Ljubljana. Tonight take some time to stroll the narrow streets of the old town or maybe relax in a cafe to the tunes of local street musicians.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Ljubljana to Vienna Day 29
Today we waltz into the home of Mozart and Strauss to see the capital of the once mighty Austrian Empire, Vienna. Classical music to heighten your senses tonight?
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Vienna Day 30
On our sightseeing tour see the fabulous Palace of the Hapsburgs, the State Opera House and fashionable Kärntnerstrasse. In your free time try authentic apple strudel and Viennese coffee. Later why not sample some local schnaps and a traditional Viennese meal?
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Vienna to Austrian Tyrol Day 31
Today our destination is the picturesque Tyrol region. Along the way we pass through Austria’s beautiful countryside before arriving in our home for two nights, Hopfgarten.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Austrian Tyrol Day 32
This morning, fill your lungs with clean mountain air, jump on a bike and get into the region’s outdoor lifestyle with a fully guided optional tour through the Tyrol’s picture perfect scenery, complete with waterfalls and mountain fields. Work up an appetite – a BBQ lunch is waiting for you at the end!

For adrenaline-junkies, an optional tandem paraglide will give you an awesome angle on the surrounding alpine scenery.

With time to do your own thing, laze about or get out for a walk in the surrounding hills. Catch up on some emails or postcards at the inn or take a gondola up the mountainside for more spectacular views of the area. For something different, pop into the local trout farm.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Austrian Tyrol to Munich Day 33
On to Bavaria’s lively capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. Our orientation tour includes the town centre with its historic Glockenspiel. Maybe join us this evening at one of the city’s traditional Beer Halls.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Munich to Swiss Alps Day 34
We stop for lunch in Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein. Enjoy time to shop and see the sights in Lucerne before reaching our idyllic stop in the Swiss Alps.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Swiss Alps Day 35
It’s a change of pace amongst Switzerland’s massive alps. Take in the amazing views from the campsite.

Opt to visit Jungfrau mountain, head up the sheer slopes of this UNESCO World Heritage listed site on a cog rail to Europe’s highest railway station, and step out onto the “roof” of Europe for spine-tingling views.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Day 36
Heading north we re-enter Germany and visit the university town of Heidelberg on the banks of the Neckar River. Tonight we stay in the picturesque Rhine Valley after seeing the famous Lorelei and hearing how German beersteins are crafted in St. Goar.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Day 37
We cross the Dutch border and make our way towards Amsterdam. Visit a cheese farm and see how clogs are made. Cycle through the countryside and the village of Edam and enjoy the famous Amsterdam nightlife.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Amsterdam Day 38
This morning why not take a canal bike ride to further explore Amsterdam? In your free time perhaps visit famous sights such as Anne Frank’s House or the Van Gogh Museum. Tonight we celebrate our last evening together.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
Amsterdam to London Day 39
After breakfast, there will be a transfer for you to Schipol Airport (estimated arrival at 10:00 am) OR choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London with your Tour Manager and Driver and extend your stay.
- Breakfast

What's Included

37 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s exclusive French Chateau, 2 nights in Contiki’s exclusive Swiss Chalet, 2 nights in Contiki’s exclusive Austrian Gasthof, 11 nights in comfortable cabins in Contiki’s own villages, 11 nights in hotels, 8 nights in hostels & 1 night onboard a ferry
36 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL) & 22 dinners (D) included in your food fund
A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver, resident Contiki special stopover & village staff
Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging
Ferry crossings
Sightseeing tours of all major cities

Only with Contiki

Paris illuminations night tour with French champagne, cheese & escargot
Picnic in the French countryside
Private boat to the islands of Venice
Special access Rome sightseeing coach tour
Entry pass to the Acropolis & a local guide
Locally guided walking tour in Dubrovnik
See canals & a windmill on a countryside bike tour in Edam
Special stopovers: Contiki’s Chateau & wine tasting, Austrian gasthof & Swiss chalet
Contiki onsite Reps

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