Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Paris
You'll leave London heading toward Paris, and on the way you'll catch views of the White Cliffs of Dover from the English coast. After that, you'll take the ferry across the English Channel to Calais. Then you'll pass through the World War I battlefields in the Valley of the Somme before arriving in Paris. This evening features a night tour where you'll see the city all lit up.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator (or similar))
Included Activities
- View White Cliffs of Dover
- Ferry across English Channel
- Visit Valley of the Somme World War I battlefields
- Night tour of Paris
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover Valley of the Somme 
- Day 2
Paris
Today is all yours to explore Paris however you'd like. You could wander the streets, pop into designer boutiques or vintage shops, check out Notre Dame Cathedral, grab coffee and crepes at a cafe, or spend time in the museums and Louvre. For dinner, you'll choose between either a Parisian feast in Montmartre or catching an iconic cabaret show.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Shopping at designer haute couture or French vintage stores
- Admire Notre Dame Cathedral
- Visit museums and the Louvre
- Parisian feast in Montmartre
- Iconic Parisian cabaret show
Landmarks Notre-Dame Cathedral Louvre Sacré-Cœur Basilica Montmartre - Day 3
Paris to Beaujolais
You'll leave Paris and head to the Beaujolais region. First stop is the medieval Château Fontainebleau with its grand gardens and ponds around it. From there, you'll continue to a 16th century château in Beaujolais surrounded by rolling vineyards. Your rooms have been newly renovated, and the property includes an on-site nightclub, games room, pool, and gardens. An included dinner with wine tasting at the château wraps up your evening.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner and wine tasting at the château)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Château Fontainebleau and gardens
- Scenic journey through Beaujolais vineyards
- Dinner and wine tasting at the château
Landmarks Château de Fontainebleau - Day 4
Beaujolais
Another day at the Château in Beaujolais. You could relax in the courtyard with coffee and a croissant, lounge by the pool, or just wander around this castle-like setting. The real highlight though is a picnic in the gardens where you'll have panoramic views and red wine to enjoy.
- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic lunch in the château gardens)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Château de Cruix (or similar))
Included Activities
- Picnic in the château gardens with panoramic views and red wine
Optional Activities
- Relax in courtyard with coffee and croissant
- Lounge poolside
- Day 5
Beaujolais to Swiss Alps
This morning starts with sunrise yoga on the château's lawns. Then you'll board the coach heading toward Switzerland, passing by Lake Geneva as you climb into the Swiss Alps. The mountain views unfold during the drive, and you'll arrive at your 2-night stay in the Swiss Alps. Tonight you have a free evening and will try traditional cheese fondue.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional cheese fondue)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Schützenbach (or similar))
Included Activities
- Sunrise yoga on the château lawns
- Coach journey through France and Switzerland with views of Lake Geneva
- Traditional cheese fondue
Landmarks Lake Geneva - Day 6
Swiss Alps
You've got a free day in this classic European adventure town in the Swiss Alps. If you're feeling adventurous, there's an option to check out Jungfrau mountain, or you can simply explore the area at your own pace and see what catches your interest.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Schützenbach (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore the Swiss Alps adventure town
- Optional excursion to Jungfrau mountain
Landmarks Jungfrau - Day 7
Swiss Alps to Venice
You'll travel from the Swiss Alps down to Venice, Italy. After arriving in this famous city known for fresh pasta, romantic architecture, and waterways, you'll have free time to settle into your accommodation and find dinner. Tomorrow you'll have all day to explore, so tonight's just about getting oriented.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Find dinner in Venice
Landmarks Venice 
- Day 8
Venice
Today you'll explore Venice thoroughly. You'll start by boarding a private motoscafo boat to cruise through the canals toward the historical heart of the city. You'll see the Bridge of Sighs, check out the Doge's Palace, and walk around St. Mark's Square. Later, you can either take a traditional gondola ride or explore the famous streets on your own. Tonight there's an optional Traditional Tastes of Venice walking tour combined with food.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private motoscafo boat cruise through Venice canals
- Visit Bridge of Sighs
- See Doge's Palace
- Explore St. Mark's Square
Optional Activities
- Traditional gondola ride
- Self-guided exploration of Venice streets
- Traditional Tastes of Venice walking tour with food
Landmarks Bridge of Sighs Doge's Palace St. Mark's Square - Day 9
Venice to Florence
You'll travel from Venice to Florence with a stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa for that perfect photo. Then you'll continue to Florence in Tuscany, where you can drift along the River Arno, enjoy Chianti wine, visit local markets, taste gelato, and see the magnificent Duomo Cathedral. For tonight, you can either sign up for a Tuscan dinner, visit the historic Red Garter bar, or keep your evening free.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Firenze Certosa Village (or similar))
Included Activities
- View Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Arrive in Florence
Optional Activities
- Drift along River Arno
- Enjoy Chianti wine
- Visit local markets
- Taste local gelato
- Admire Duomo Cathedral
- Tuscan dinner
- Visit Red Garter historic bar
- Free evening exploration
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa River Arno Florence Duomo Cathedral 
- Day 10
Florence to Rome
You'll travel to Rome, and when you arrive you'll get a city tour by night to catch a glimpse of Rome's highlights before exploring fully tomorrow. You'll see Roman icons and discover the capital's ancient monuments, grab some gelato, and try the pizza.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jo&Joe Roma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Night city tour of Rome
- Day 11
Rome
A full day to explore Rome's key features and ancient architecture. You'll discover Roman history and see the bucket list sights. There's also an option to join a guided tour called Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators if you want deeper context about what you're seeing.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jo&Joe Roma (or similar))
Included Activities
- Explore Rome's key features and architecture
Optional Activities
- Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators guided tour - Adults €55.00
Landmarks Colosseum Roman Forum - Day 12
Rome to Croatian Riviera
You'll leave Rome early in the morning with one last look at the city. Then you'll travel to Perugia, a hidden gem with medieval vibes and lively piazzas where you can sip espresso and enjoy views. After that, you'll head to Ancona port where you'll board an overnight Adriatic ferry heading toward Croatia. You'll settle in on the ferry and relax as it sails across the Adriatic Sea.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Overnight Ferry)
Included Activities
- Visit Perugia
- Overnight Adriatic Ferry to Croatia
Landmarks Perugia 
- Day 13
Split to Croatian Riviera
You'll arrive in Split, Croatia after your overnight ferry. You can explore this atmospheric port town and see Diocletian's Palace with its Roman heritage, check out Game of Thrones filming locations, or dig into local street food. Then you'll head to the Croatian Riviera where rugged Biokovo mountains with golden eagles and pristine beaches are waiting. There's an optional traditional Dalmatian tavern dinner, and you'll have 3 nights here.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Apartments Medena (or similar))
Included Activities
- Arrive in Split
- Free time in Split
Optional Activities
- Explore Diocletian's Palace Roman heritage
- Visit Game of Thrones filming locations
- Sample local street food
- Traditional Dalmatian tavern dinner
Landmarks Diocletian's Palace Biokovo Mountains - Day 14
Croatian Riviera
Today is yours to live your best beach life. You could spend time on the beaches, stroll the seafront promenade, explore the nightlife, hire paddle boats, wander the cobbled main square, or dive into the turquoise Adriatic waters. No agenda, just relaxation and whatever appeals to you.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Apartments Medena (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Beach activities and swimming
- Seafront promenade strolling
- Nightlife exploration
- Paddle boat hire
- Cobbled main square exploration
- Day 15
Croatian Riviera
Another day at the Croatian Riviera with the same freedom as yesterday. You could laze on the beaches, explore food markets, sit in cafes, visit ice cream parlours, or sign up for day trips if you want something more structured. Completely your choice how to spend the time.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Apartments Medena (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Beach relaxation
- Food market exploration
- Cafe visits
- Ice cream parlour visits
- Day trip excursions
- Day 16
Croatian Riviera to Plitvice Lakes
You'll leave the Croatian Riviera and travel to Plitvice Lakes National Park, which is a UNESCO heritage site. When you arrive, you'll spend time walking the wooden boardwalks and discovering the cascading pools and teal-blue waters. An included dinner is provided this evening at your accommodation right on the edge of the National Park.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Big House Plitvika Jezera (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Wooden boardwalks and cascading pools exploration
- Dinner at accommodation
Landmarks Plitvice Lakes National Park 
- Day 17
Plitvice Lakes to Ljubljana
You'll say goodbye to Plitvice Lakes and Croatia, then travel to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. After getting an orientation of the city, you'll have a chance to explore the bohemian art district of Metelkova Mesto or sit by one of Ljubljana's atmospheric watercourses.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ljubljana Resort (or similar))
Included Activities
- City orientation of Ljubljana
Optional Activities
- Explore bohemian art district of Metelkova Mesto
- Sit by Ljubljana's watercourses
Landmarks Metelkova Mesto 
- Day 18
Ljubljana to Hopfgarten
You'll leave Ljubljana and travel northwest across Slovenia into Austria. You'll arrive late afternoon at a traditional Austrian Gasthof (guesthouse) run by Contiki. Tonight is a welcome evening with a traditional Austrian meal that'll be prepared fresh on-site by their chefs.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Austrian meal prepared fresh on-site by Contiki chefs)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar))
Included Activities
- Traditional Austrian welcome dinner at Gasthof
- Day 19
Hopfgarten
You'll wake up to magnificent mountain views from your window. The day is yours to design, so you could do a bike tour through green mountains and waterfalls, try tandem paragliding, or take a more relaxed approach with strolling, endless hot chocolate, gondola rides up the mountain, or just relaxing at the Gasthof.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Bike tour through green mountains and waterfalls
- Tandem paragliding
- Strolling the area
- Gondola ride up the mountain
- Relax at Gasthof
- Day 20
Hopfgarten to Munich
This morning you have the option to sign up for whitewater rafting on the alpine waters before you leave the Austrian Tyrol. Then you'll travel to Munich, Germany, home of Oktoberfest with lederhosen, dirndls, beer steins, and gingerbread-style buildings. You'll visit the Glockenspiel to see mechanical figurines. This evening you'll get introduced to 800 years of history at a traditional Bavarian beer hall.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional Bavarian beer hall meal)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ramada Encore by Wyndham Munich Messe (or similar))
Included Activities
- Traditional Bavarian beer hall experience
Optional Activities
- Whitewater rafting on River Inn - Adults €64.00
- Guided bike ride with Mike's Bikes
- Roam the old town
- Shop for lederhosen or traditional dirndl
- Watch the Glockenspiel mechanical figurines
Landmarks Glockenspiel 
- Day 21
Munich to Prague
You'll head from Munich toward Prague with an important stop at Dachau. You'll visit the Dachau concentration camp memorial where you can spend time to learn and reflect on World War II history. After that, you'll stop briefly in an old town for lunch, then continue to Prague. You'll arrive in this compact city and explore castles, cathedrals, and learn about Bohemian Kings, Queens, and gothic history.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Included Activities
- Dachau concentration camp memorial visit
- City exploration of Prague - castles, cathedrals, and historic sites
Optional Activities
- Lunch stopover in old town
Landmarks Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site 
- Day 22
Prague
You'll explore this UNESCO World Heritage city. You could roam pretty lanes and romantic courtyards, admire colourful baroque buildings and Gothic churches, or shop for traditional Bohemian treasures. There's an optional 'Hidden Prague' adventure with a local guide who'll show you the city's best kept secrets.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Roam pretty lanes and romantic courtyards
- Admire baroque buildings and Gothic churches
- Shop for traditional Bohemian treasures
- Hidden Prague guided adventure with local guide
- Day 23
Prague to Berlin
You'll leave Prague heading back to Germany and Berlin. You'll stop in Dresden, a city destroyed in World War II and rebuilt as a symbol of resilience. You'll see the reborn Opera house, the domed Frauenkirche, and the Royal Residence. After arriving in Berlin for a 2-night stay, you'll start with a tour learning about the city's troubled but fascinating past. An included dinner together sets you up for more exploring tomorrow.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Included Activities
- Stop in Dresden - visit Opera house, Frauenkirche, and Royal Residence
- Berlin city tour covering historical sites
- Dinner in Berlin
Landmarks Dresden Opera House Frauenkirche 
- Day 24
Berlin
You'll spend a full day uncovering Berlin. You could take a historical walking tour including Hitler's bunker, or explore freely and see the Brandenburg Gate, Lustgarten, or catch the U-bahn to quirky neighborhoods off Unter Den Linden. If you skip the historical tour, there's an alternative walking tour showing a side of Berlin not often seen by tourists. You could also explore the longest open-air gallery in the world or check out one of Berlin's famous underground raves or basement cocktail lounges.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Historical walking tour including Hitler's bunker site
- Visit Brandenburg Gate
- Explore Lustgarten
- U-bahn exploration of quirky neighborhoods
- Alternative walking tour of Berlin
- Visit longest open-air gallery in the world
- Underground raves or basement cocktail lounges
Landmarks Brandenburg Gate Lustgarten Tiergarten Alexanderplatz Russian War Memorial Reichstag - Day 25
Berlin to Amsterdam
You'll journey from Germany through the flat Netherlands heading to Amsterdam. When you arrive, an included dinner is waiting. There's an optional chance to take the A'DAM lookout swing, an observation deck with panoramic views of the twisting canals. Then you'll explore the city with its canals, bicycles, 17th century gable houses lit up at night, and plenty of nightlife.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Included Activities
- Travel to Amsterdam
- Dinner in Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- A'DAM lookout swing observation deck
- Canal exploration
- Bicycle tours
- Nightlife exploration
Landmarks A'DAM Lookout 
- Day 26
Amsterdam
Your last full day on the trip means exploring quirky museums and sampling the endless cuisines Amsterdam has to offer. Tonight you can optionally indulge in a traditional Dutch meal on a local cheese making farm where you'll learn the art of the clog and pick up a local game.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore quirky museums
- Sample diverse cuisines
- Traditional Dutch meal on cheese making farm with clog art and local games
- Day 27
Amsterdam to London
The trip comes to an end today. You'll say goodbyes to your new friends and swap contact details. Then you'll travel from Amsterdam back through France to England, returning to London where you can start dreaming up your next big adventure.
