European Experience

France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)

Map & Sightseeing List

Header-concept 22 days Budget

Total Price From* $115 per day: $2549 per person

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

Meals: 19 1 13
Transportation: Coach, Ferry
Accommodation: Contiki Village, Contiki Special Stopover, Hostel, Hotel

Daily Itinerary European Experience

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
A warm welcome from your Contiki Crew as we head for the White Cliffs of Dover and the Channel crossing to France. We drive past World War I battlefields to the splendour of Paris. What better way to begin than with an evening tour of the “City Of Lights”?
- Contiki Village
- Dinner
Paris Day 4
Today’s sightseeing includes some of the most celebrated icons of Europe. Perhaps take the opportunity to visit the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe or the Champs Elysées. Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous Parisian cabaret?
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Day 5
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 6
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 French Riviera Day 7
South today, to the fabulous Côte d’Azur via the famous Autoroute de Soleil. Tonight we visit Monaco! See the Royal Palace and take the opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
French Riviera to Florence Day 8
We visit a French perfumery before continuing to Pisa, home of the Leaning Tower. From here it’s a short journey to the most spectacular of Renaissance cities, Florence.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Florence Day 9
Your day includes a walking tour seeing the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce, and a chance to shop for leather, gold and silver. In your free time maybe visit one of the city’s many museums and this evening enjoy the colourful Florentine nightlife.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
Florence to Rome Day 10
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 11
Once at the centre of the powerful Roman Empire this city, steeped in centuries of ancient history, awaits your discovery. The Colosseum, Imperial Forum and the treasures of the Vatican City make for a day of serious sightseeing.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Rome to Venice Day 12
Soak in the changing scenery of Italy as we drive past golden plains, vineyards and quaint hilltop towns to Venice, our home for the next two nights.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Venice Day 13
A short boat ride takes us into the historical centre of Venice to see St. Mark’s Square, the Doges’ Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. See glass and lace making demonstrations and why not treat yourself to a gondola ride?
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Venice to Austrian Tyrol Day 14
Today we leave Italy and travel over the spectacular Brenner Pass. Take the opportunity to go white water rafting in the heart of the Austrian Alps before a special welcome awaits at Contiki’s own Gasthof.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Austrian Tyrol Day 15
The picture-postcard village of Hopfgarten is an excellent base to make the most of the beautiful countryside. Experience a vast range of outdoor activities: hiking, mountain biking, paragliding or perhaps trout fishing.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Austrian Tyrol to Munich Day 16
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 17
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 18
A spectacular day where you can choose to hike the many trails or maybe enjoy a trip up the snow-covered Jungfrau mountain on a cog railway that passes through the Eiger mountain!
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Day 19
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 20
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 21
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 22
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

20 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, 9 nights in comfortable cabins in Contiki’s own villages, 4 nights in hotels & 1 night in a hostel
19 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL) & 13 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
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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