Itinerary
- Day 1
Berlin
You'll land in Berlin and jump right into what makes the city tick. The food scene here is diverse, with Berlin holding a strong reputation as Europe's vegan capital, though there's plenty for everyone else too. After you've settled in, the evening opens up for you to experience the nightlife and techno clubs that have shaped the city since the Wall came down.
Included Activities
- Explore Berlin's culinary scene
Optional Activities
- Experience Berlin's nightlife
- Day 2
Berlin
Two walking tours fill your day. This morning you'll start with a historical tour that takes you through significant sites including the location of Hitler's bunker. Later in the evening, you'll head to the Kreuzberg district, which balances historic character with a hip, contemporary vibe, and finish up with dinner in the neighborhood.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Historical walking tour including Hitler's bunker site
- Explore Kreuzberg district
- Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Hitler's Bunker Kreuzberg District - Day 3
Berlin to Prague
You'll board a train leaving Berlin behind and head toward Prague. Once you arrive, there's time to walk the old cobblestone streets, see the cathedrals and castles scattered throughout the city. Before the day ends, you'll grab a traditional Czech dinner and try some of the local beer, which many consider Europe's best.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Czech dinner)
Included Activities
- Explore Prague's cobblestones, cathedrals and castles
- Traditional Czech dinner
- Day 4
Prague
Prague gets another full day of exploring. Your trip manager leads a walking tour through the castle districts and old town this morning. After that, you can catch the tram out to neighborhoods like Vrsovice, where you'll find art nouveau architecture and independent coffee spots. You've got options for the evening, either hitting one of the city's top beer bars or joining an optional food tour.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of castle districts and old town
Optional Activities
- Explore Vršovice neighborhood
- Visit Prague's bars and beer venues
- Join a food tour
Landmarks/POIs Prague Castle District Prague Old Town Vršovice District - Day 5
Prague to Vienna
Another train ride takes you to Vienna, a city defined by classical music, Sachertorte cake, and grand opera houses. The morning starts with a walking tour of the opulent classical buildings and wide boulevards. In the afternoon, you can relax like a local at a beach bar overlooking the Donaukanal or settle into a traditional Viennese coffee house. There's an optional dinner available at Habibi & Hawara if you'd like.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Vienna
Optional Activities
- Relax at a beach bar overlooking Donaukanal
- Visit a classic Viennese coffee house
- Make Travel Matter® dinner at Habibi & Hawara
Landmarks/POIs Donaukanal - Day 6
Vienna
You'll wake up in Vienna and have the full day to explore this city known for its coffee culture and baroque style. Activities fill the afternoon and early evening, then you'll head to a Mozart and Strauss concert performed in one of the city's grand palaces to wrap things up.
Included Activities
- Mozart and Strauss concert in a palace
Landmarks/POIs St Stephen's Cathedral State Opera House - Day 7
Vienna to Budapest
A scenic train ride takes you from Vienna into Budapest, and you'll arrive to find the city's architectural grandeur waiting for you. This evening, you have the option to join locals in cooking dinner together, an interactive experience that connects you with Hungarian culinary traditions and local history.
Optional Activities
- Cook dinner with locals
- Day 8
Budapest
This morning involves exploring Hungarian history and trying Langos, a traditional Hungarian fried bread specialty, for lunch. Later, you'll take a nighttime cruise down the Danube, seeing Budapest's historical buildings lit up from the water while enjoying a drink as the city lights reflect off the river.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Hungarian specialty of Lángos)
Included Activities
- Learn about Hungarian history
- Try traditional Lángos for lunch
- Night cruise down the Danube
Landmarks/POIs Danube River - Day 9
Budapest
This is where your European adventure wraps up. You'll say goodbye to your Contiki group and head home. The door stays open though, so there's always the chance to come back and do it all over again.
