Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Paris
Your trip kicks off in London, then you'll head to the coast to check out the White Cliffs of Dover. From there, a ferry takes you across the English Channel into France. You'll drive through the Somme Valley, seeing sites connected to World War I history, before arriving in Paris. The group gets together for an included dinner, and later that evening you head to the Eiffel Tower to watch it light up after dark.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Dinner in Paris
- Visit Eiffel Tower
Landmarks/POIs White Cliffs of Dover Valley of the Somme Eiffel Tower - Day 2
Paris
A guided tour walks you through Paris in the morning, then the rest of the day is yours to do what you want. Walk around the streets, check out designer shops or vintage finds, see Notre-Dame Cathedral, grab coffee and crepes, or spend time in the Louvre. By evening, you can sign up for a Parisian cabaret show if that interests you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Paris
Optional Activities
- Nouvelle Eve Cabaret Dinner and Show
Landmarks/POIs Notre-Dame Cathedral Louvre - Day 3
Paris to Beaujolais
After breakfast, you'll head into the Chateau region with a lunch break in a wine town. There you can stop by the 15th-century Hospices de Beaune. The day continues to Contiki's 16th-century chateau in Beaujolais, where you'll be staying in renovated multi-share rooms. An included dinner and wine tasting happen at the chateau itself.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Wine tasting at the Château)
Included Activities
- Visit Hospices de Beaune
- Dinner and wine tasting at the Château
Landmarks/POIs Hospices de Beaune - Day 4
Beaujolais
You have a full day at the chateau in the Beaujolais countryside. The morning offers optional sunrise yoga on the lawn or you can relax by the pool. The main event is a picnic in the chateau's gardens with views stretching out and red wine to drink.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Picnic Lunch (Picnic with panoramic views and red wine in château gardens)
Included Activities
- Picnic lunch in château gardens
Optional Activities
- Sunrise yoga on the château lawn
- Day 5
Beaujolais to Barcelona
Leaving Beaujolais behind, you'll head toward Barcelona by crossing through the Pyrenees into Spain. Once there, you'll see the Sagrada Familia, Gaudi's architectural work. An included family dinner comes as part of settling into beachside Barcelona for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Family dinner in Barcelona)
Included Activities
- Visit Sagrada Familia
- Family dinner in Barcelona
Landmarks/POIs Sagrada Familia Pyrenees Mountains - Day 6
Barcelona
Barcelona's iconic spots are on the agenda, including the Gothic Quarter and the Montjuic hilltop with its views. You'll have plenty of free time to walk around, visit the Mediterranean, or just relax. Evening options include a Flamenco show with dinner if you want to sign up.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Flamenco Show with Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Gothic Quarter Montjuïc - Day 7
Barcelona to French Riviera
You'll leave Barcelona and head back into France, driving through fields of lavender, sunflowers, and wild herbs. A lunch stop in Arles lets you see the ancient Roman Arena. From there, continue to the French Riviera with its blue waters and upscale vibe.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Arles Roman Arena
Landmarks/POIs Arles Roman Arena - Day 8
French Riviera to Monaco
The day focuses on the French Riviera region, known for lavender honey, aioli, and rose wine. You'll travel to Monaco for the evening where you can visit the Monte Carlo Casino and Royal Palace. An optional dinner is offered, then you head back to the coast to stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Monaco Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Monte Carlo Casino Royal Palace of Monaco - Day 9
Monaco to Venice
You'll leave the French Riviera and cross into Italy, passing through Liguria, Lombardia, and Veneto. A stop in Eze takes you to a traditional French perfumery where you can make your own scent. Then it's on to Verona to see the Roman Arena and spots linked to Romeo and Juliet. The day ends in Venice, arriving at the city of gondolas and canals.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Verona Roman Arena
Optional Activities
- Make Your Own Signature Perfume
Landmarks/POIs Verona Roman Arena - Day 10
Venice
A full day is yours to explore Venice. You'll have a private boat to navigate the canals and reach the city's historic center. Options include signing up for a guided food tour, visiting the colorful island of Burano, taking a gondola ride, or just wandering the streets and getting a bit lost.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private boat ride through Venice canals
Optional Activities
- Guided food tour of Venice
- Gondolas
- Burano Island Cruise & Dinner
Landmarks/POIs Burano Island - Day 11
Venice to Florence
Traveling from Venice toward Florence, you'll stop in Pisa to see the Leaning Tower and get that photo. Once in Florence, you'll walk through this Renaissance city, check out the River Arno, and have some Tuscan wine. The Duomo with its distinctive dome is something you'll see while exploring.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Free time to explore Florence
Landmarks/POIs Leaning Tower of Pisa Duomo of Florence - Day 12
Florence
Florence gets a full day with a mix of guided tours and free time. You'll learn about traditional leatherwork and walk through heritage streets with a local guide hitting the top sights. After lunch, browse local markets and try gelato. In the evening, an optional 14th-century monastery visit and dinner at a Tuscan countryside restaurant are available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Florence sights
- Learn about traditional leatherwork
- Free time in local markets and for gelato tasting
Optional Activities
- Certosan Monastery & Tuscan Evening
- Day 13
Florence to Rome
Heading toward Rome, there's a special stop at Casale Polegri, an organic farm in Umbria. You'll have a meal with local pasta, olives, wine, and fresh produce before continuing to Rome. A brief orientation tour happens after arrival, then you're free to check out the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona with others from the group.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Local pasta, olives, wine and fresh local produce at Casale Polegri organic farm)
Included Activities
- Visit Casale Polegri organic farm with meal
- Orientation tour of Rome
Landmarks/POIs Trevi Fountain Pantheon Piazza Navona - Day 14
Rome
You have a full day to explore Rome. Learn about the Colosseum and do your own wandering through this ancient city. Spend time having espressos and watching people, then hit up the pasta, gelato, and caprese salad spots around the city. Try the local wine and soak in the Roman culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Colosseum
- Free time to explore Rome
Optional Activities
- Vatican Tour
- Emperors & Gladiators inc Colosseum
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum - Day 15
Rome to Pompeii
You'll travel from Rome to Pompeii, the archaeological site showing a Roman city destroyed in 79 AD. An optional guided tour lets you step back in time through this ancient place. In the evening, you board an overnight Adriatic ferry heading to Greece. You'll drift off to sleep to the boat's rhythm, waking in a new country.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided Tour of Ancient Pompeii
Landmarks/POIs Pompeii - Day 16
Adriatic Ferry to Greece
After sailing the Adriatic Sea, you'll disembark at Igoumenitsa and get back on the road. You'll see Greece's mainland for the first time, including the Corinth Canal, a man-made passage squeezed between steep cliffs with blue water below. Athens awaits, bringing together ancient wonders and modern life. An optional traditional Greek dinner with the group is available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- View Corinth Canal
Optional Activities
- A Traditional Athens Affair
Landmarks/POIs Corinth Canal - Day 17
Athens
A guided tour moves you from city exploration to island hopping, visiting the Parthenon, Acropolis, and the original Olympic stadium in Athens. You'll check in at your hotel in the evening and meet new crew members. The trip manager briefs you on what's next. The rest of the evening is for exploring Athens with your group, trying food and checking out the nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Parthenon and Acropolis
- Visit original Olympic stadium
Landmarks/POIs Parthenon Acropolis Panathenaic Stadium - Day 18
Athens to Mykonos
Your Greek island hopping begins with a ferry to Mykonos, where you'll spend two nights. The Aegean Sea crossing alone is something you won't forget. In the evening, an optional locally guided walking tour explores Mykonos's cobbled streets at night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry to Mykonos
Optional Activities
- Mykonos by Night
Landmarks/POIs Paradise Beach - Day 19
Mykonos
A full day on Mykonos gives you the classic Greek island experience. You'll walk past coastal windmills, try olives and feta and tzatziki, and stroll through streets with blue domes and white buildings. Pick up evil eye ornaments if you want. Jump in the ocean for a swim. The day is basically yours to enjoy sunshine and sea.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 20
Mykonos to Paros
Next is Paros, another Greek island with beaches, natural swimming coves, a Byzantine church, and traditional villages. You'll spend the day in sun and sea. Those interested can sign up for an optional trip to a traditional village where you'll visit a family-run bakery and shop for local handicrafts.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry to Paros
Optional Activities
- Paros Organic Farm Tour and Naoussa Visit (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience)
- Day 21
Paros
Another Greek island day with plenty of sun. You can explore Paros and nearby islands for sunbathing, swimming, relaxing, and sunshine. An included dinner at a local restaurant happens in the evening before heading out to try the local nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Dinner at local restaurant
Optional Activities
- Paros Sailing Adventure
- Day 22
Paros to Santorini
You'll set sail from Paros toward Santorini, Greece's most Instagram-famous island. Once there, you'll settle in. In the evening, an optional cruise lets you take in the iconic Fira from the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ferry to Santorini
Optional Activities
- Cruise to view iconic Fira
Landmarks/POIs Fira - Day 23
Santorini
Santorini is yours to explore at your own pace. Swim at Perissa Beach, eat domatokeftedes (fried tomato balls, a local specialty), or just wander and see what you find. Optional activities include visiting the beautiful town of Oia and the famous black sand beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Oia and Visit a Local Winery
Landmarks/POIs Perissa Beach Oia - Day 24
Santorini
Your trip comes to an end. From Santorini, you're free to head home or keep exploring. The whole Aegean is out there, and you've got a whole group of new friends to potentially continue with.
- Meals
- Breakfast
