Itinerary
- Day 1
Barcelona to French Riviera
Meet your Trip Manager and Contiki Squad this morning in Barcelona before heading out. You'll travel along the French Riviera coastline with those sapphire waters and coastal scenery in view. After you settle into your accommodation, there's an included dinner tonight.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Beach Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Included dinner
Landmarks/POIs French Riviera 
- Day 2
French Riviera to Monaco
Start the morning with an optional bike ride along the coastline if you're up for it. The region's known for lavender honey, aioli, and rosé wine, so you'll get to try some of those. Later you can check out the Monte Carlo Casino and the Royal Palace in Monaco. By evening, head back to your accommodation for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Villa Saint Exupery Beach (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Monte Carlo Casino
- Visit Royal Palace in Monaco
Optional Activities
- Bike ride along the coastline
- Regional food experience featuring lavender honey, aioli & rosé wine
Landmarks/POIs Monte Carlo Casino Royal Palace 
- Day 3
Monaco to Cinque Terre to Pisa
Head south to Cinque Terre, a UNESCO site with five fishing villages sitting on the cliffs. You'll have your included rail pass to move between the villages, or you can hike if that appeals to you. There's a food crawl option and local wine to sample. After exploring, transfer to Pisa and check into your hotel for the night.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (B&B Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Rail pass to explore Cinque Terre villages
Optional Activities
- Hiking in Cinque Terre
- Food crawl in Cinque Terre
- Wine tasting in Cinque Terre
Landmarks/POIs Cinque Terre - Day 4
Pisa to Florence
You'll get your photo with the Leaning Tower of Pisa holding it up (everyone does). Walk through the city's markets with gelato in hand, check out artworks, and there's an included leather demonstration. Then travel to Florence where an optional dinner with antipasti and wine is available if you want to add it on.
- Accommodation
- Hotel ('Re-Dama Hostel (or similar)), Hotel (Re-Dama Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Included leather demonstration
Optional Activities
- Explore Pisa's markets
- View artworks by Michelangelo
- Free Time Add-On dinner in Florence with antipasti & wine
Landmarks/POIs Leaning Tower of Pisa - Day 5
Florence to Sorrento
This morning you'll depart Florence and head south along Italy's coast to Sorrento. After settling in, you'll catch the sunset from the seaside. Later, visit La Sorgente, a family-run mozzarella farm, where you'll have an authentic Italian meal with fresh homemade mozzarella, olive oil, and limoncello.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Visit La Sorgente mozzarella farm for authentic Italian meal with fresh homemade mozzarella, olive oil & limoncello
Landmarks/POIs Sorrento - Day 6
Amalfi Coast
Take a scenic drive along the Amalfi Coast and stop in Amalfi town to see the castles and coastal views. You'll visit a local lemon farm to see how limoncello gets made. After that, return to Sorrento to walk along the cliffs and explore the historical center, plus taste local gnocchi.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sisters Hostel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along Amalfi Coast
- Visit Amalfi town
- Visit lemon farm to learn about limoncello production
- Stroll along Sorrento cliffs and historical centre
Optional Activities
- Taste local gnocchi in Sorrento
Landmarks/POIs Amalfi Coast Amalfi - Day 7
Sorrento to Pompeii to Rome
After taking in the Amalfi Coast views, you'll stop in ancient Pompeii for a guided walking tour of the Roman remains. From there, you'll see Mt. Vesuvius on the way to Rome. Once you arrive in the capital, you'll explore the cobblestoned streets and check out the famous sights the city has to offer.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Yellow (or similar)), Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Pompeii Roman remains
- Views of Mt. Vesuvius
Optional Activities
- Explore Rome's famous sights
Landmarks/POIs Pompeii Mt. Vesuvius 
- Day 8
Rome
Head out early to see the Colosseum up close and walk through Roman architecture around the city. The afternoon is free so you can explore at your own pace. Grab gelato, and if you're interested, there's an optional pasta cooking class with dinner this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (The Yellow (or similar)), Hotel (YellowSquare (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Colosseum
- Explore Roman architecture
Optional Activities
- Pasta cooking class with dinner
- Gelato tasting
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum - Day 9
Departure
After breakfast, you'll say goodbye to your Contiki Squad and make plans to stay in touch. This is the end of the tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
