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London to Rome Quest (Standard, Summer ( Until Mar '27), Start Paris, Classic)

16 days
From London to Pompeii
4.5
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35
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Highlights

  • Explore the White Cliffs of Dover
  • Visit the WWI battlefields in Somme
  • Taste Bordeaux's renowned wines
  • Stroll through Barcelona's Gothic Quarter
  • Discover the ancient city of Pompeii

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 London to Paris
  2. Day 2 Paris
  3. Day 3 Paris to Bordeaux
  4. Day 4 Bordeaux to San Sebastian
  5. Day 5 San Sebastian
  6. Day 6 San Sebastian to Barcelona
  7. Day 7 Barcelona
  8. Day 8 Barcelona to French Riviera
  9. Day 9 French Riviera
  10. Day 10 French Riviera to Pisa via Cinque Terre
  11. Day 11 Pisa to Florence
  12. Day 12 Florence to Sorrento
  13. Day 13 Sorrento
  14. Day 14 Sorrento to Rome
  15. Day 15 Rome
  16. Day 16 End Rome
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Customer Reviews

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    4.5
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.9
  • Transport
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    4.9
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  • London to Rome Quest (Standard, Summer ( Until Mar '27), Start Paris, Classic) reviewer 1
    · December 3rd, 2025
    If you’re considering booking this tour… DO IT! My only regret is not being able to do the full European Quest!!! Rob & Maciej were out of this world and really made sure we were safe, happy and making memories to last a lifetime! Thank you for such an amazing trip.. my next Contiki is already booked for July 2026 💕
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    Contiki commented on this review
    Thank you very much for travelling with us and for sharing your fantastic feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing experience on the European Quest tour. It is wonderful to know that The Crew made such a positive impression,... Show more
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    Trip date: November 2025
  • TA
    · November 11th, 2025
    The experience of this trip was utterly extraordinary. Ryan and Marcos made the trip an absolutely unforgettable experience. From the outset, Ryan made everyone so comfortable and that allowed strong bonds to form throughout the travel group. Overall the trip allowed myself to form genuine bonds with people from differing corners of the world, whilst also seeing the various beautiful landscapes and architecture that Europe has in multitudes.
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    Contiki commented on this review
    Thank you very much for travelling with us and for sharing your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that your trip was such an extraordinary experience. It is fantastic to know that The Crew made such a positive impact, helping everyone feel... Show more
    Trip date: October 2025
  • JD
    · September 19th, 2024
    Courtney is amazing at her job and went above and beyond to make it the best experience of a lifetime she didn’t feel like a guide she felt like a friend
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    Contiki commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your positive experience with us. We are thrilled to hear that your Trip Manager made such a great impression and that you had an incredible journey. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next trip.
    Trip date: May 2024
  • L
    · September 13th, 2024
    Thoroughly enjoyed the contiki trip I chose as my contiki manager Courtney was enthusiastic and eager to ensure everyone’s experience was as memorable as possible. She provided history lessons on landmarks as well as tips and tricks along the way so we were an incredibly lucky bunch!
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    Contiki commented on this review
    We're so happy to hear that you had a great time on your trip and that our Trip Manager made a difference in your experience. Thank you for choosing Contiki as your adventure companion - we truly appreciate your feedback.
    Trip date: May 2024
  • London to Rome Quest (Standard, Summer ( Until Mar '27), Start Paris, Classic) reviewer 5
    · March 4th, 2020
    The tour guides were nice. I felt we had such little time at places. The group became very divided on the trip and felt very uncomfortable. It felt like high school all over again. Not the ideal relaxing, exploring style vacation I had hoped for. I have gone on multiple tours with different companies. Contiki was by far the most disappointing in both food and the experiences. Very little comes included in the hefty price you pay. The included meals were at the hostels. These included meals were not cuisines from the region we were in, but rather bland styled pasta or easy cheap carbs. I felt like I wasted time on a vacation I could have planned myself for half the price.
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    Contiki commented on this review
    Our Team appreciates hearing your thoughts on your recent trip with Contiki as this really helps us to get an insight into where we're going right and where potential improvements might be made. As such, while it's great to read that you enjoyed... Show more
    Trip date: February 2020
  • L
    · June 19th, 2019
    I loved my tour guide Rémi, he was very informative and answered all of our questions. If he didn’t know the answer, he’s do his research and would eventually get back to us. My group of friends and I left the group after Rome and went to other parts of Italy and we had no idea what was the best route to get to our next place and Rémi looked up as much information as he could. He was also very accommodating to everyone and genuinely wanted everyone to have a trip of a lifetime. Attila was the best, most skilled driver I ever had. I’d literally trust my life with this man. He could maneuver the bus through a hayfield. About the trip in general, this has nothing to do with Rémi or Attila, I was a little disappointed in how little was included in our trip. I was expecting to have access inside the places that were listed on the itinerary; for instance, in Barcelona it was listed we’d see Park Güell and La Sagrada Família. I had assumed we’d automatically have access to these sites but we were told a couple days before we’d be in Barcelona that we’d have to get tickets on our own to these sites and by then, it was too late to get tickets to la Sagrada Família so that was disappointing. This is how it was for Paris in terms of the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre but luckily, we were able to get tickets in time. I think Contiki needs to let people know that if they want to see these monuments, then they’ll need to buy tickets ahead of time because we had no idea until days before. I also think there was a ton of time spent on driving whereas, we could’ve spent more time in the cities had we flown or taken a train overnight; I would’ve been willing to pay more if it meant more time in the cities. It definitely was a trip of a lifetime, I have #noregrets but I think those are some changes that could be made and would greatly benefit everyone!
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    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Lindsey, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. Your inputs are much appreciated. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
    Trip date: April 2019
  • V
    · May 12th, 2019
    Remi did an excellent job. He was always available for questions and guidance. He was super helpful and made sure to keep everyone safe. He gave us suggestions to do in our free time and even researched the nearest doctors around if we felt sick. He went above and beyond. Atilla was also amazing and was a safe driver. I would highly recommend this trip
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • N
    · May 12th, 2019
    The most caring and positive tour guide, my first experience with contiki was completely made by remi’s attitude and hard work ethic, would absolutely recommend a contiki to others with him, cheers Remi!
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    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Nicola, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
    Trip date: May 2019
  • A
    · May 11th, 2019
    Remi was an amazing trip manager. He’s so on top of things, he has everything planned and he helps you figure out transportation or places to go for good food! He was very professional while maintaining a great and funny personality. Definitely made the trip the best it could ever be! 10/10 would recommend
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    Trip date: May 2019
  • J
    · May 11th, 2019
    Trip of a lifetime! I had an excellent guide that went above and beyond to make sure everyone had a fun and safe trip! Highly recommend to anyone that wants to explore, have fun and meet new people!
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    Trip date: May 2019

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    Natalie

    Asked on September 13th, 2025

    Which tours are included? Do i have transport options between cities?

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten September 2025

      Package tour includes motorcoach (bus) to travel and professional trip manager. Tours includes visits between cities.

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      Natalie

      TravelerWritten September 2025

      The cities visits includes any tours?

    • ContikiOperatorWritten September 2025

      Itinerary includes tours and optional experiences with associated costs. Optional experiences can be purchased from Travel Manager during trip using cash or credit card.

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      Your cancellation request can be processed, please confirm your intent to proceed.

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      Travel time may vary depending on traffic and events. The journey is usually by bus.

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      We advise waiting for the tour to be fully confirmed before booking flights.

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    What type of accommodation is available for a family of 5. We would prefer 2 rooms (1x double bed and 1 x 3 single beds)

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten November 2024

      Regarding your rooming concern, this tour only offers multi-share rooms. These accommodations can host up to 6 travelers and may include mixed-gender arrangements. A friendly reminder, our Contiki tours are specifically tailored for the 18 to 35-year-old age group.

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      We accept various forms of payments; please check if your card type is valid.

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      Visa requirements depend on your nationality; it's best to verify before travel.

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      Our team is available for on-tour support and can assist with any emergencies.

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    • ContikiOperatorWritten August 2024

      Most of our accommodations are shared, but some trips may offer twin rooms based on availability.

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    • For any tour departing before February 20th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after February 20th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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