Itinerary
- Day 1
London to Amsterdam
Your Contiki group kicks off in London where you'll meet everyone before heading across the English Channel. You'll pass by the White Cliffs of Dover on the way, then take a ferry to Calais and drive through Belgium. By evening you're in Amsterdam with dinner included, and there's an optional canal panorama tour if you want to see the city lit up at night.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Included Activities
- See the White Cliffs of Dover
- Ferry crossing to France
- Included dinner in Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Panoramic Amsterdam canal tour
Landmarks White Cliffs of Dover 
- Day 2
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is yours to explore however you like. You can bar hop around the city, hit up some museums, or just grab a seat at a cafe and watch the world go by. The local pancakes and frites are worth trying, and there's usually a good vibe no matter where you end up. Later on, you have options to join a dinner at a Dutch farm or take a canal cruise through the illuminated waterways.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Dinner at a local Dutch farm
- Amsterdam canal cruise
- Day 3
Amsterdam to Berlin
You'll head out of Amsterdam toward Berlin via the autobahn, which gives you a chance to settle in with your group. Once you arrive, there's a guided tour and dinner to get you oriented. Berlin's known for its nightlife, so you'll have the rest of the evening and tomorrow night to check it out and see what the fuss is about.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided tour in Berlin
- Included dinner in Berlin
Optional Activities
- Berlin nightlife exploration
- Day 4
Berlin
Berlin has a lot of history to unpack if you want it. You can join optional walking tours covering 20th century sites like Checkpoint Charlie or the Holocaust Memorial, or head to Hitler's underground bunker if that interests you. Later in the day, check out the city's street art scene on your own, or join an Alternative Berlin tour that focuses on the hipster neighborhoods and local culture.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Historical walking tour - 20th century Berlin including Hitler's underground bunker and Holocaust Memorial
- Alternative Berlin walking tour - hipster neighborhoods
Landmarks Checkpoint Charlie Holocaust Memorial Brandenburg Gate Reichstag - Day 5
Berlin to Prague
Leaving Berlin means heading toward Prague with a stop in Dresden. The city's post-WWII Baroque architecture is really something, particularly the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, and the Frauenkirche. You'll push on to Prague after that and get your first look at the castles and Gothic architecture the city's famous for.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Included Activities
- Dresden stop - view Baroque architecture and landmarks
Landmarks Frauenkirche Zwinger Palace Royal Residence Dresden Opera House 
- Day 6
Prague
Spend the full day walking around Prague's Gothic quarters and market areas. There's plenty of time to wander through antique shops, try some local beer, and get photos of the historic sites. When evening comes around, you can join a traditional Czech dinner experience with local folklore dancers, or just grab food on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Plus Prague (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Traditional Czech cuisine dinner with folklore dancers
Landmarks Charles Bridge Wenceslas Square Old Town Square Astronomical Clock - Day 7
Prague to Vienna
On the way to Vienna, you'll stop in Kutna Hora to visit the Sedlec Ossuary Chapel, which is decorated with bones from over 40,000 people and it's quite a unique experience. Then you continue on to Vienna where you can either join a Make Travel Matter Experience or just relax after the drive.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Sedlec Ossuary Chapel visit - additional cost applies
- Make Travel Matter Experience
Landmarks Sedlec Ossuary Chapel - Day 8
Vienna
Your Trip Manager will walk you through Vienna's main historical sites including Schonbrunn Palace, the State Opera House, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. You'll also drive along the historic Ring Road to see the city's layout. After that, free time opens up so you can explore art galleries, sit in a local coffee house, try the Sacher Torte, or join a Classic Night Out.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (JO&JOE Vienna (or similar))
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along Vienna's Ring Road
- See St Stephen's Cathedral
- See State Opera House
- See Schönbrunn Palace
Optional Activities
- Explore art galleries
- Try Sacher Torte at local coffee houses
- Classic Night Out dinner
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace State Opera House St Stephen's Cathedral - Day 9
Vienna to Krakow
Heading to Krakow means arriving in a medieval city with deep salt mining history and dragon legends. An orientation tour shows you the cathedral, Royal Castle, and the best spots for local beer. You'll have the evening to yourself to explore Krakow's food scene and nightlife.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar))
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Krakow
Landmarks Krakow Cathedral Royal Castle - Day 10
Krakow
Today is a visit to the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camp memorials, which is a solemn and educational look at WWII history. You'll return to Krakow afterward with a free evening. Try pierogi, the traditional Polish dumplings that are everywhere here.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis budget Krakow Stare Miasto (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit to Auschwitz & Birkenau concentration camp memorials
Optional Activities
- Traditional Polish evening with Pierogi dinner
Landmarks Auschwitz Concentration Camp Birkenau Concentration Camp - Day 11
Krakow to Budapest
Departing Krakow for Budapest means driving through alpine scenery and passing through traditional villages. You'll stop in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia, a pastel-painted charming town, for lunch. That's three countries in one travel day. Once in Budapest, there's an optional river cruise and dinner available.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Budapest (or similar))
Optional Activities
- River cruise and dinner in Budapest
Landmarks Banska Bystrica - Day 12
Budapest
Budapest's yours to enjoy at whatever pace feels right. You could soak in one of the famous thermal baths or head to Margaret Island to walk through the gardens and fountains. This is a good day to rest up after all the ground you've covered so far.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (A&O Budapest (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Thermal baths experience
- Margaret Island visit
Landmarks Margaret Island - Day 13
Budapest to Ljubljana
Leaving Budapest, you head south toward Slovenia and arrive in Ljubljana, a charming European city that feels off the usual tourist path. There aren't a ton of famous monuments to check off, so you're free to just relax at a cafe and absorb the local atmosphere without the crowds.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ljubljana Resort (or similar))
- Day 14
Ljubljana to Venice
From Ljubljana you'll travel to Venice, boarding a motoscafo to navigate through the canals and reach the city center. If you want, there's an optional gondola ride, or you can join a guided food tour instead. Otherwise, just wander the maze of streets and find your own way around.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Anda Venice Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Motoscafo transfer through Venice canals
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride
- Guided food tour
Landmarks St Mark's Basilica Grand Canal 
- Day 15
Venice to Rome
Leaving Venice for Rome means arriving in Italy's eternal capital. This afternoon you'll check out some iconic Roman landmarks. You have the choice to join a pasta making class and cook your own dinner, or explore Rome's historic sites on your own after dark.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Yellow (or similar)), Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))
Included Activities
- Travel to Rome
Optional Activities
- Pasta making class with homemade dinner
- Day 16
Rome
You can pack a lot into one Roman day. Get photos by the Colosseum with pink azaleas, toss coins into the Trevi Fountain, and have espresso while sitting in piazzas. It's all the classic Roman experience, one step at a time.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Yellow (or similar)), Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))
Landmarks Colosseum Trevi Fountain - Day 17
Rome to Florence
Head north to Pisa for a quick photo stop at the Leaning Tower, then continue into Florence. You'll have time to walk along the River Arno, try some Chianti wine, and see the Duomo Cathedral. There's still tomorrow to explore more.
- Accommodation
- Hotel ('Re-Dama Hostel (or similar)), Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Travel to Florence
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa Florence Cathedral (Duomo) River Arno - Day 18
Florence
This day mixes guided exploration with food experiences and free time. You'll visit local markets, taste gelato, and wander through streets with plenty of heritage and flavor. There's also an optional class to learn how to make authentic Florentine pizza.
- Accommodation
- Hotel ('Re-Dama Hostel (or similar)), Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Explore local markets
- Gelato tasting
- Pizza making class
- Day 19
Florence to Swiss Alps
Leaving Florence means heading to the Swiss Alps. Before you go, stop at the Leaning Tower of Pisa one more time for final photos. When you arrive in Switzerland, you'll be surrounded by fairytale snowcapped mountains and can join an optional fondue dinner.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Adventure Hostel Interlaken (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Fondue dinner
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa - Day 20
Swiss Alps
Wake up to mountain views from your room in the Swiss Alps. If you're feeling adventurous, join your group for a mountain excursion or try paragliding. If not, just explore this classic European adventure town at your own pace.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Adventure Hostel Interlaken (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Swiss mountain trip
- Paragliding
- Day 21
Swiss Alps to Paris
You'll cross the border from Switzerland into France, driving through Burgundy's wine-producing region. Paris is your destination for the evening with an included dinner before you start exploring the City of Lights.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))
Included Activities
- Drive through Burgundy wine region
- Included dinner in Paris
- Day 22
Paris
Paris is yours to enjoy however you want. Hit up the Fragonard Perfumery, browse designer shops, grab coffee and crepes while looking at Notre Dame, and spend time at the Louvre. For your last night, consider booking a cabaret show with dinner to make it extra memorable.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar))
Included Activities
- Learn the art of fragrance at Fragonard Perfumery
Optional Activities
- Louvre visit
- Notre Dame Cathedral visit
- Dinner and cabaret show
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Arc de Triomphe Louvre Champs-Élysées Notre-Dame Cathedral Fragonard Perfumery - Day 23
Paris to Calais/London
Take some time to soak up Paris one more time and think back on everything you've done with your Contiki group. Then head south to Calais and cross back into England. If you're continuing to London, you'll wrap everything up when you arrive.
