European Magic
from R26879 from R21500 per person
Experience Contiki.
Contiki tours are guided group tours exclusively for 18-35 year old travellers. They’re one of the most fun and sociable ways to travel, as you explore the world with like-minded people. Have all the logistics organized for you as you see all the sights and enjoy the adventure with your new best mates.
Days
9 days, 7 countries
Highlights
England, France, Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland
Accommodation
8 nights in Hotels
Meals
8 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
Transport
Coach
Group Size
Average 39 people
Team
Expert Trip Manager + Driver Team + Local Guides
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Advertised tour prices are valid for new bookings only. A non-transferable, non-refundable deposit is payable at the time of booking. All prices advertised are “from” prices, the best available rate for dates requested is quoted at time of enquiry. Peak season surcharge and blackout dates may apply. Other T&Cs may apply. E & OE.
Day 1 - London to Amsterdam
London:
Your 7-country, 9-day adventure begins here! You'll meet up with your Contiki crew in London and we'll all board our coach here, ready to set off for European soil.Dover:
Shortly before we find our ferry for Europe, we'll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover. They owe their gorgeousness to their composition of chalk - you're learning and we haven't even left the UK!Calais:
Off the ferry we arrive in the port town of Calais - French soil! Next we journey to Amsterdam!Amsterdam:
And here we are at our final stop for this evening: Amsterdam! We'll start our exploration of this city with a peek of canals, bicycles & 17th century gable houses lit up by night. Next on the agenda tonight, we have an optional evening cruise along the canals - the perfect way for our travel crew to get to know each other. Afterwards, there's plenty of nightlife to keep you going until the early hours.Day 2 - Amsterdam to Rhine Valley
Amsterdam:
Rhine Valley:
From narrow canals to one sprawling river, with boats gliding to and fro. Welcome to the Rhine Valley, home of premium German wine… in a classic romantic setting. It’s a treat for all the senses.Day 3 - Rhine Valley to Munich
Rhine Valley:
Saying goodbye to the Rhine Valley, we'll head on to Munich – where lederhosen, dirndls, steins of beer and gingerbread-style buildings await.Munich:
Here in the home of Oktoberfest we'll take a locally guided tour of the city and amuse ourselves watching the antics of mechanical figurines in the city's famous Glockenspiel. Making the most of our time in Munich this evening, we'll get introduced to 800 years of history at a traditional Bavarian beer hall.Day 4 - Munich to Venice
Munich:
'Auf Wiedersehen' Munich, we're off to tick more countries off our list. This morning we'll climb aboard our coach ready for a scenic roll through the Bavarian Alps, past fairytale castles and rambling vineyards, en-route to Austria.Innsbruck:
Drive through Austria without getting out to say hello? Never! We'll pull into Innsbruck for lunch, a laid-back student city made famous by a medieval old town, an old Olympic Ski Jump & a Royal Palace.Venice:
Ah, Venice! Fresh pasta, lilting accents & romantic architecture - we've arrived in one of Italy's most famous cities. Tonight we'll relax here, knowing we have all day tomorrow to cruise canals & explore picturesque, cobbled streets.Day 5 - Venice
Venice:
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Day 6 - Venice to Lucerne
Venice:
With a few days left, it's time to say 'ciao' to our time in Venice. We'll never forget you, city of canals and beauty, but Switzerland is calling us. Back on our coach we'll pass Lake Como as we cruise out of Italy and head onwards and upwards toward the Swiss Alps.Lucerne:
With magical views unfolding outside our windows, we'll find ourselves in Switzerland, pulling up in the fairytale town of Lucerne, famous for its wooden bridges, cobbled lanes and beautiful setting against the lake it's named after. Here we'll visit the wooden chapel bridge and lion monument.Included Meals:
Breakfast
Day 7 - Lucerne to Paris
Included Meals:
Breakfast & Dinner
Day 8 - Paris
Paris:
Included Meals:
Breakfast
Day 9 - Paris to London
Paris:
Rise, shine, and soak up your last dose of Paris this morning over a coffee and croissant together, as we marvel at how much we've seen on this magical journey. It may be over for now, but these friendships and memories will last a lifetime. Our last coach ride together will be a complimentary transfer to CDG airport this morning, or you can stay onboard for the full ride back to London. Plenty of time to start planning the next reunion...London:
What an adventure! Say a fond farewell to the group as you wrap up the trip on arrival in London.Included Meals:
Breakfast