"Had the absolute time of my life on this trip! Made so many fun friends and incredible memories 🤩 would recommend to anyone solo travelling, especially if you’ve never seen Europe before.”
Bree
“I’m so glad that I was able to have this experience with the Contiki team. They were kind, knowledgeable, and truly made my experience so special! I highly recommend if you’re a first time traveler looking for adventure Contiki is the way to go!”
Faith
“The European Highlights tour was some of the best 2 weeks of travel I'd done in a long time thanks to Contiki. I got to see parts of Europe such as the Vatican, Nice, Venice, and Amsterdam I'd wanted to do for ages.”
Rowland
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clear searchWhen is it NOT the best time to travel to Europe? No matter when you plan on visiting Europe, we’re sure you’ll love it!
Summer in Europe (between June to August) doesn’t need an introduction. Long sunny days, good gelato, breathtaking beach views - it’s Europe in all its glory. But for a springy touch, visit Europe during March and April - when flowers & fields are in full bloom and the temperature is still cool.
Winter in Europe is amazing too. Who wouldn’t love skiing down the Austrian Alps? Not to mention, fewer crowds and cheaper stays. And for chilly nights and vibrant shades of orange and red - visit Europe during October.
You really aren’t gonna ask us to choose, are you? This depends entirely on what you wanna see. But some of the must-do destinations in Europe would be Paris, Venice, Amsterdam, London, Prague, Rome, Ibiza and all the Alps! And guess what? We’ve got plenty of trips visiting all of these destinations for you to check out.
Your visa requirements can change according to your citizenship (and also according to the length and purpose of your visit). We always recommend that you check out our visa guide for more information.
Your passport, of course! But some other essentials would be:
• Comfortable shoes: There’s gonna be a lot of walking around
• Light jacket: It tends to get quite windy
• Crossbody bags: To carry all your stuff when you’re licking away that gelato
And the rest would depend on which season you’re arriving in Europe. Get loose, breathable clothes for summer, or thick jackets and multiple layers for winter.
You certainly can! All of our trips are available to book online, just select your preferred travel date(s) and away you go. You can also book over the phone if you'd prefer.
All your days. Just kidding (or are we?). This entirely depends on what you wanna do. We’ve got big trips, small trips, and everything in between. So if you’re looking for some inspo on how many days you should spend in Europe, check out our trips.
Yep. You’ll be fine drinking tap water in most of Europe. But it’s always a good idea to double check with your Trip Manager if you’re doubtful.
You won’t have to worry about getting enough cash when you’re in Europe. Because ATMs in Europe are accessible as gelatos in Rome. Just stay wary of those sneaky ATM fees…
Generally, tipping isn’t mandatory in Europe. And a lot of the time, service charges are included in the bill. But if you really like the food (which you will, you’re in Europe, after all) or service, leaving 5-10% is always appreciated.
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