London to Athens

France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece

Map & Sightseeing List

Header-concept 23 days Budget

Total Price From* $129 per day: $2969 per person

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

Meals: 20 1 13
Transportation: Coach, Ferry
Accommodation: Contiki Village, Contiki Special Stopover, Hostel, Adriatic Ferry, Hotel

Daily Itinerary London to Athens

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
Our included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city. See Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to experience Barcelona’s famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain’s specialties. Tonight why not experience the passion of Flamenco dancing?
- 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
Today we visit a French perfumery before heading to Nice. Stroll down the fashionable Promenade des Anglais for a spot of shopping or simply relax on the beach. Tonight we visit Monaco! View the Royal Palace and take the opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo.
- 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
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 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
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 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
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 Corfu 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 Greece.
- Adriatic Ferry
- Breakfast
Corfu Days 19 to 21
Three sun-filled days on the beautiful Greek island of Corfu. Windsurf, waterski, parasail, swim or just soak up the sun. Get off the beaten track in an open-top 4-wheel drive jeep or cruise along the coast. At night an opportunity to enjoy the local cuisine and try your hand (or feet) at Greek dancing.
- Contiki Special Stopover
- Day 19
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Day 20
- Breakfast
- Day 21
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Corfu to Athens Day 22
Today we travel through the Peloponnese and across the Corinth Canal to Athens.
- Hotel
- Breakfast
Athens Day 23
This morning our city tour includes the first modern Olympic stadium, the Acropolis and the Parthenon, concluding near the Plaka. Bid a final farewell to your fellow travellers as your tour ends in the city centre.
- Breakfast

What's Included

21 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s exclusive French Chateau, 3 nights in Contiki’s exclusive Corfu hotel, 11 nights in comfortable cabins in Contiki’s own villages, 2 nights in hotels, 2 nights in a hostel & 1 night onboard a ferry
20 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