European Whirl

Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Italy, Vatican City, Switzerland, France

Map & Sightseeing List

Header-concept 20 days Budget

Total Price From* $116 per day: $2335 per person

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

Meals: 17 9
Transportation: Coach, Ferry
Accommodation: Hotel, Hostel, Contiki Special Stopover, Contiki Village

Daily Itinerary European Whirl

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 Amsterdam Day 3
Meet your Contiki Crew and see the White Cliffs of Dover before travelling through Belgium and into the Netherlands to Amsterdam.
- Hotel
- Dinner
Amsterdam Day 4
After a relaxing bicycle ride through the cheese village of Edam, use the rest of your free day to explore this fascinating city. Perhaps visit famous sights such as Anne Frank’s House or the Van Gogh Museum. Tonight a chance to try some local cuisine.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
Amsterdam to Berlin Day 5
Today we pass Hannover and cross the River Elbe as we make our way to Germany’s capital, Berlin.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Berlin Day 6
Time to explore this lively city where East and West once met. A chance for an Historical Walking tour, a visit to the “Checkpoint Charlie” museum or to check out the great shops, cafés and nightlife.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Berlin to Prague Day 7
This morning we make a stop in Dresden before crossing the border into the Czech Republic. Tonight we discover the golden city of Prague.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Prague Day 8
A free day to soak up the Bohemian delights of Prague. Visit the Hradcany Castle district where the St. Vitus Cathedral dominates the skyline. Shop for crystal in the Old Town then perhaps join us for a lunch cruise along the Vltava River. Dinner is your choice tonight, a great way to farewell this magical capital.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Prague to Munich Day 9
On to Bavaria’s lively capital Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. This afternoon an orientation tour including the Glockenspiel and Marienplatz. Maybe join us this evening at one of the city’s traditional Beer Halls.
- Hostel
- Breakfast
Munich to Austrian Tyrol Day 10
This morning a beautiful mountain drive from Bavaria to the Austrian Tyrol. Enjoy the scenery from a different angle and join us for a bike ride and barbecue lunch.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Austrian Tyrol to Venice Day 11
This morning the Austrian Alps form the backdrop for you to try white water rafting before we travel into Italy. We journey past Verona, home to Romeo and Juliet, before continuing to mainland Venice.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Venice Day 12
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 Rome Day 13
All roads lead to Rome where our included sightseeing tour is the perfect introduction to the Eternal City. Tonight, a walking tour of this ancient city will include the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
Rome Day 14
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 Florence Day 15
A morning drive to Florence where our included walking tour takes us to the Duomo, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Piazza della Signoria and the Basilica of Sante Croce. Shop for leather, gold and silver and tonight, a chance to sample the local food, drink, and nightlife.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
Florence to Swiss Alps Day 16
We continue north past Lake Como and through beautiful mountain scenery, visiting the lakeside town of Lucerne in central Switzerland. Our idyllic stop in the Swiss Alps is nestled at the base of the Jungfrau mountain.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Swiss Alps Day 17
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 Paris Day 18
Travel past vineyards and through the French countryside to the romantic city of Paris and your first glimpse of this beautiful city.
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Paris Day 19
Visit a French perfume house and then take the opportunity to visit some of the most celebrated icons of Europe. The Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Nôtre Dame, Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysées all await your arrival! Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous cabaret?
- Contiki Village
- Breakfast
Paris to London Day 20
After breakfast, there will be a transfer for you to Charles de Gaulle 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

18 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s exclusive Swiss Chalet, 1 night in Contiki’s exclusive Austrian Gasthof, 7 nights in comfortable cabins in Contiki’s own villages, 3 nights in a hotel & 5 nights in hostels
17 breakfasts (B) & 9 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