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Overview:
Go everywhere, all at once, without spending your life savings! This is where it all began for Contiki, a bunch of friends, travelling to amazing places and having a great time while getting there. This tour heads south to Spain, East to Turkey and Bulgaria, winds along the Dalmatian Coast, up to Prague and Amsterdam. No stone is left unturned! Camping is all about getting in and helping out which is what makes it so much fun.
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| Tour Duration: | 47 Days |
| Depart From: | Amsterdam |
| Arrive in: | London |
| Tour Style: | Camping |
| Tour Type: | Escorted |
| Tour Supplier: | Contiki Holidays |
| Meal Description: | 74 meals included in Food Fund: 45 breakfasts 29 dinners |
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| Departure Date | Return Date | Price(CAD) |
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| 2017-04-24 | 2017-06-09 | 5944.00 | |
| 2017-04-24 | 2017-06-09 | 4625.00 | |
| 2017-04-24 | 2017-06-09 | 4625.00 | |
| 2017-05-08 | 2017-06-23 | 6058.00 | |
| 2017-05-08 | 2017-06-23 | 4739.00 | |
| 2017-05-08 | 2017-06-23 | 4739.00 | |
| 2017-05-22 | 2017-07-07 | 6174.00 | |
| 2017-05-22 | 2017-07-07 | 4855.00 | |
| 2017-05-22 | 2017-07-07 | 4855.00 | |
| 2017-06-05 | 2017-07-21 | 6174.00 | |
| 2017-06-05 | 2017-07-21 | 4855.00 | |
| 2017-06-05 | 2017-07-21 | 4855.00 | |
| 2017-06-12 | 2017-07-28 | 6174.00 | |
| 2017-06-12 | 2017-07-28 | 4855.00 | |
| 2017-06-12 | 2017-07-28 | 4855.00 | |
| 2017-06-26 | 2017-08-11 | 6458.00 | |
| 2017-06-26 | 2017-08-11 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-06-26 | 2017-08-11 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-07-03 | 2017-08-18 | 6458.00 | |
| 2017-07-03 | 2017-08-18 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-07-03 | 2017-08-18 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-25 | 6458.00 | |
| 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-25 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-07-10 | 2017-08-25 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-07-24 | 2017-09-08 | 6458.00 | |
| 2017-07-24 | 2017-09-08 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-07-24 | 2017-09-08 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-08-05 | 2017-09-20 | 6458.00 | |
| 2017-08-05 | 2017-09-20 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-08-05 | 2017-09-20 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-08-12 | 2017-09-27 | 6458.00 | |
| 2017-08-12 | 2017-09-27 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-08-12 | 2017-09-27 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-08-17 | 2017-10-02 | 6458.00 | |
| 2017-08-17 | 2017-10-02 | 5139.00 | |
| 2017-08-17 | 2017-10-02 | 5139.00 |
Overview:
Go everywhere, all at once, without spending your life savings! This is where it all began for Contiki, a bunch of friends, travelling to amazing places and having a great time while getting there. This tour heads south to Spain, East to Turkey and Bulgaria, winds along the Dalmatian Coast, up to Prague and Amsterdam. No stone is left unturned! Camping is all about getting in and helping out which is what makes it so much fun.Countries Visited
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Day : 1
Arrive London
Number of Days : 1
Check-in to your hotel after 2pm and the remainder of the day is free to relax before meeting your fellow travellers for your Kickstart meeting this evening. Afterwards why not grab some dinner at one of the local restaurants or take a short walk to explore nearby Covent Garden
Day : 2
London to Paris
Number of Days : 1
Meet up with your fellow travellers and Contiki team as you start your adventure.
Tonight you will be introduce to Paris on the 'Tour of Illuminations', where the French capital transforms into the "City of Lights". Lamp-lit bridges and cool little cafés give us a real taste of Paris’ romance. Your Trip Manager will fill you in on the world’s most recognised monuments like the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral - and the magnificent Champs-Élysées. Oui, oui, Paris!
Day : 3
French Riviera to Venice
Number of Days : 1
Onwards to Italy and Verona, another UNESCO World Heritage site. Get Romantic in the city that was the setting for the most famous love story of all time - Rome and Juliet. Check out the main shopping street and the Roman arena, before heading on to Venice.
Day : 4
French Riviera
Number of Days : 1
Next stop on the Riviera and home to the French perfume industry is Fragonard perfumery. Learn about how perfume is made and some of its more surprising ingredients. It’s also a chance to pick up a bottle or 2 at great prices.
In your free time live a bit of the lifestyle with a visit to the local markets. Try out the region’s produce like lavender honey, aioli (garlic mayonnaise) and mouth-watering rosé wine.
Window shop the chic boutiques or choose a beach and catch some sun among all the bronzed bodies!
Tonight get a taste of the high life in Monaco, the glamorous principality packed into just 1.92km² and home to the Formula 1. Get the inside story on the royal family and their place of residence from your Trip Manager. Try your luck at a casino later on!
Day : 5
Barcelona to French Riviera
Number of Days : 1
Unwind on the coach and take in the rustic beauty of Provence, known for its pretty landscapes of lavender, sunflowers and wild herbs. A stop for lunch in Arles means a look at the ancient Roman Arena and at a typical provincial French town.
It’s back on the road to the rugged coast line of the stunning Côte d’Azur. Follow the beautiful sapphire waters past the movie-star glamour of Cannes (famous for its annual film festival), to Antibes.
Day : 6
Barcelona
Number of Days : 1
First stop: Montjuic. The hilltop has full-blown vistas of the city and it’s where we stop to check out the 1992 Olympic Games complex. Afterwards, get a look into Spanish architect Gaudi’s wild imagination with his Art Nouveau masterpiece, the Sagrada Família church. Your Trip Manager walks you through the cobbled lanes of Barcelona’s oldest district, the Gothic Quarter.
There’s free time to discover more of Barcelona’s creative core. Pick up some quirky buys in the side streets or hit the big label shops on Plaça de Catalunya. Take in all of Barcelona’s buzzing street life on the tree-lined La Rambla – a boulevard packed with street performers, artists, shops and stalls.
Other ideas for your afternoon off include hanging out in the colourful gardens of Parc Güell or kicking back with the locals on the beach and taking a swim in the Mediterranean sea. For lunch, there’s plenty of delicious local seafood to try as well as Spain’s signature dish, paella.
Get some tips on regional food from your Trip Manager and head to one of the excellent local restaurants to try out the flavours of Catalan cuisine, like crema catalana (caramalised custard), cargos a la llauna (cooked snails) and the fantastic Rioja wine! Afterward, hit the pumping clubs of Port Olympico, by the water.
Day : 7
Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona
Number of Days : 1
Southbound, we roll on through Burgundy’s wine country to Beaujolais’ green hills and vineyards.
Day : 8
Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region
Number of Days : 1
Today we'll travel through the famous Beaujolais wine region
Day : 9
Paris
Number of Days : 2
This town is loaded with possibilities. Discover its many bistros, museums, tree-lined avenues and diverse quartiers (neighbourhoods).
Get a feel for French flair by window shopping on the Left Bank, step into the Notre Dame Cathedral or explore the endless galleries of the Louvre and get up close to the famous Mona Lisa. Try indulging in some delicious pastries and relax in one of Paris’ many green spaces.
Time in Paris includes a trip out to France’s most well-known château: Versailles, once home to ‘the Sun King’ Louis XIV, and hot spot of the French Revolution. Check out the impressive exterior of this extravagant palace. Then there’s an opportunity to explore the former royal family’s luxurious living quarters.
Treat yourself to a real Parisian night out, starting with an optional dinner in an atmospheric restaruant, where you can get to know your group. Then sign up for an authentic cabaret experience, complete with can-can girls and Champagne.
Day : 11
Florence to Rome
Number of Days : 1
Travel through Tuscany’s rustic hills, past the recognisable cypress tree landscapes of this olive oil-producing region, to vibrant Rome.
Stylish Rome oozes energy and overflows with relics from another age. Our special access coach tour gets you right into the thriving atmosphere of this living timeline as your Trip Manager shows you the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia. Continue on foot to check out the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. Honour tradition at the Trevi Fountain and throw a coin in the fountain’s waters (it’s meant to improve your chances of returning to Rome!) or maybe hang out with your new friends at the Spanish Steps, sit back with a few slices of pizza and people watch.
Day : 12
Florence
Number of Days : 1
Jump start the day uncovering this open-air museum and its UNESCO World Heritage city centre.
Our Local Guide gives you the inside track as the group learns about Florence’s cultural beginnings and explores streets crammed with artworks from masters like Michelangelo. Then take a look into a skillful demonstration of Florentine leather making and understand this region’s traditional art.
With bargains and bustle, the city’s markets are a great place to hang out. Grab a gelato and enjoy this gorgeous city.
Tonight, there’s a choice of a group dinner – an authentic Tuscan feast. Try regional dishes in the heart of Florence. Then keep it moving with a night out and get your groove on at Florence’s biggest club.
Day : 13
Venice to Florence
Number of Days : 1
Wind through the Apennine Mountains and Tuscan countryside to the Renaissance city of Florence, with a stop at the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
The scene-stealing Duomo Cathedral rises above Florence, which serves up frescoes, markets and priceless art. After dinner, walk along the River Arno with your Trip Manager, take in the atmosphere and head into the heart of Florence, where you can sit back and relax Tuscan style with a glass of Chianti wine.
Day : 14
Venice
Number of Days : 1
Venice is packed with character - crammed with hidden lanes and linked by a network of canals.
The group travels on our private boat through the waters of the lagoon to visit the city’s historical heart. The limestone Bridge of Sighs, the Gothic arches of the Doge's Palace and the expanse of St. Mark’s Square (pigeons and all!) show off Venice’s unique beauty and way of life.
Take some time to explore the floating city and lose yourself in the backstreets. There’s an optional walking tour where you can discover the labyrinth of interweaving lanes, waterways, palaces, piazzi and markets with our Local Guide. You’ll see historic monuments, hidden treasures and the Rialto market - a local favourite for food shopping.
Maybe grab a table on St. Mark’s Square and eat some delicious Italian food al fresco.
Cap off the day with an optional gondola ride & share this amazing experience with your friends - seeing Venice from on the water is unforgettable!
Day : 15
Rome
Number of Days : 1
This morning, make the most of our Local Guide’s inside knowledge with an optional guided tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica.
Take off into the city and absorb the atmosphere, as Vespas flash past timeworn monuments that are surrounded by fountains, pizzerias, cafés and bars. Before you hit the shops, let your Tour Manager point you in the right direction with some tips on the best buys.
In your free time, live the local lifestyle by indulging in a long lunch on a paved piazza or knock back a shot of espresso at the bar, like the Romans do.
Day : 16
Rome to Sorrento
Number of Days : 1
From Naples, it’s a boat ride to the main marina of the Isle of Capri. Soak up the views and head off with some friends into the cute, white-washed villages where you could try out the region’s sweet lemon liqueur, limoncello.
Set on sheer slopes, Sorrento doles up sweeping views over the Bay of Naples. There’s free time tonight to explore Sorrento’s web of narrow streets. Find a little local restaurant where you can eat Italian-style, right in the heart of this knock-out location.
Day : 17
Sorrento to Corfu
Number of Days : 1
Then there’s time to chill out on the coach, crossing through the rugged landscapes of southern Italy, before boarding the overnight ferry to Greece. Check out the amazing 360 degree views from the deck!
Day : 18
Corfu
Number of Days : 3
Corfu is all that’s great about Greek island living. You’ll immediately find yourself on "local time", browsing the markets of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town and bargaining with the laid-back locals.
Jump on board Captains cruise of Corfu optional with a bunch friends for a fun day out on the water. It will give you another angle on idyllic Corfu. Work up an appetite swimming in the secluded spots and then feast on a lunch of olives, salad, cheeses, fresh bread and dips – prepared with ingredients from the Captain's back yard.
Corfu also gives you the chance to dive into action with a selection of water sports, like parasailing, banana-boating and waterskiing. Otherwise hire a car for a deeper look into Corfu and venture across the island to explore some beautiful, remote beaches.
While you’re here, there’s a fun toga theme party – don’t worry, we’ll supply the outfit!
Day : 21
Corfu to Athens
Number of Days : 1
From Corfu, head to the mainland and travel to the impressive, man-made Corinth Canal.
Athens is next, a city crammed with myth and ancient wonders, and busy with modern, urban soul.
Day : 22
Athens
Number of Days : 1
This morning, soak up the city sights on a sightseeing tour, then make the most of your day in Athens and explore the back streets of the Plaka district, do some shopping and indulge in the local delicacies of this ancient city.
Tonight, take time to chill at the campsite after dinner.
Day : 23
Athens to Kavala
Number of Days : 1
Northbound, we travel past mythical Mt Olympus, Greece’s highest peak, and stop off for a crash-course in ancient heroism at Thermopylae, where just 300 Spartan soldiers held off the invading Persian army’s masses of thousands.
After cruising by Byzantine Thessaloniki, we arrive in the port town of Kavala.
Day : 24
Kavala to Gallipoli
Number of Days : 1
This morning, we farewell Greece and travel into Turkey.
Make a pilgrimage to the site of a major bloody battle, Gallipoli. Visit stunning Anzac Cove where World War I troops landed, Lone Pine Cemetery, where Australian troops are buried and check out the memorial for New Zealand soldiers.
Later, we head into easy-going Eceabat. Take a walk along the waterfront, complete with stunning views over Asia, or write some postcards back at the campsite.
Day : 25
Gallipoli to Istanbul
Number of Days : 1
Ferry across the Dardanelles, crossing from Europe into to Asia, to Troy.
We get inside the legend of one the world’s most famous battles and explore the excavation site of mythical Troy. Learn how heroes and gods fought in a ten year war, as our Local Guide unravels the layers of history.
Back on the coach and into Europe, we continue on to Istanbul – the last stop on the Silk Road and the only city in the world to span two continents.
Day : 26
Istanbul
Number of Days : 1
With a full day here, there is time to get a real feel for this cultural melting pot.
You've got the chance to check out one of the city’s major draw cards, the stunning Blue Mosque. It’s an amazing building with a series of domes and minarets dominating the skyline, complete with a breathtaking interior of tens of thousands of blue tiles.
After that, you could plunge into several kilometres of shops at the Grand Baazar - it’s an unforgettable shopping experience! Walk through a maze of lanes, where tacky trinkets and authentic treasures are sold side by side. With carpets, jewellery, spices, music, electronics and more, the place is buzzing, so make sure you’ve got your haggling hat on.
There are heaps of options for your afternoon here, so live a bit of Istanbul’s daily life. Try your hand at backgammon in a sidewalk cafe and watch the crowds go by as you sip on Turkish coffee. Chill out in a tea garden, or take to the time-honoured tradition of the hammam (steam bath house) and get scrubbed down on heated marble stones.
Opt for a dinner complete with belly dancers and watch some top dancers perform this famous Eastern art. Istanbul’s nightlife is fantastic and your Tour Manager knows what you’re after – so find out about the city’s happening bars and clubs and go discover!
Day : 27
Istanbul to Sofia
Number of Days : 1
This morning, it’s on to Sofia, Bulgaria’s largest city.
Once behind the Iron Curtain and today an emerging capital, Sofia brings together traditional Tsarist architecture and a modern feel.
It’s the perfect place to explore on foot. Your Tour Manager will lead a walking tour through this compact town. You’ll see the massive Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, complete with golden domes, mosaics and murals, and then check out the stalls that surround the building.
Day : 28
Sofia to Struga
Number of Days : 1
Cut across Macedonia and stop off for lunch in Skopje, known for its thriving outdoor cafés. Try some Macedonian specialities like burek (delicious local bread) with white cheese or a local pizza.
Next up it’s Struga, tucked in between mountains and one of Europe’s most gorgeous, oldest lakes. Our campsite is located right beside the water, so you can take a dip whenever you feel like it.
After dinner, position yourself at a lakeside terrace with a local beer and take in the peaceful surroundings.
Day : 29
Struga to Tirana
Number of Days : 1
Today we say farewell Macedonia and head over the border and into Albania. Albania serves up mind-blowing scenery scattered with the remains of old war-bunkers – a sad reminder of its recent past. Your Trip Manager will give you this country’s story on the coach as we follow the coast to our overnight stop.
Day : 30
Tirana to Dubrovnik
Number of Days : 1
Sticking to the shoreline, continue through tiny Montenegro to the spectacular fortress town of Dubrovnik, well known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic”.
Day : 31
Dubrovnik
Number of Days : 2
With Baroque buildings, museums and monasteries, this eye-catching UNESCO World Heritage Site is great to explore. Get lost in the walled city’s web of winding streets.
You’ve got free time so pull up at a table in the pedestrian district of the stunning Old Town. Lunch on fantastic fresh seafood or a spicy beef stew. For full scale views of the area, wander along the 2kms of Old Town walls or hike up Mt. Srj.
Otherwise, take a moment to remember Croatia’s recent history at an open-air exhibition and war memorial. Or else get away from it with a taste of paradise on the small neighbouring island of Lokrum. With botanical gardens, a small lake and gorgeous beaches, this is the perfect place to chill out.
In the afternoon, try our optional Dubrovnik Cruise. Jump on the family-run boat and island hop!
Day : 33
Dubrovnik to Seline
Number of Days : 1
Weaving up the Dalmatian Coast towards Split, we pass crystal clear waters scattered with green islands.
Meet with Roman heritage when you wander through the domain of Diocletian’s Palace in the city centre, complete with 220 buildings and an imposing cathedral.
Day : 34
Seline to Budapest
Number of Days : 1
Cruise through stunning Paklencia National Park and pass Central Europe’s largest lake, Lake Balaton, often dubbed the ‘Hungarian Sea’, before continuing on to the ‘Paris of the East’, Budapest.
With two cities rolled into one, this exotic town has a bit of everything. Buda and Pest sit on different sides of the river, but bring together the stunning buildings and atmosphere that makes Budapest so romantic.
Day : 35
Budapest
Number of Days : 1
On the Buda side of the river, from the Fisherman’s Bastion, you’ll get a full-blown view of the city and learn about Budapest’s history in a nutshell! Check out the colourful Church of St. Matthias, the Royal Palace and the Chain Bridge. Your Tour Manager knows all about Budapest’s bumpy history and will tell you more with a visit to the Liberation Monument.
Free time means a chance to treat yourself to a truly local experience: a spa and thermal bath. With outdoor thermal pools, healing waters, Art Nouveau architecture and spa treatments, this is the perfect way to unwind. For more of Budapest’s outdoor lifestyle, it’s a short bus ride to visit Margaret Island, a favourite among the city’s residents with its gardens, fountains, pools and ruins.
Take in a different view of the city from the Danube River, while cruising past night-time Budapest. Our Local Guide talks about Hungary’s heyday and points out the city’s important buildings from this period, which are lit up for the night. Try some Hungarian specialties, like goulash and cabbage rolls, and enjoy some drinks.
Launch into Budapest’s nightlife and live it up like the locals by heading to a beerhouse, a riverside bar or a happening club.
Day : 36
Budapest to Vienna
Number of Days : 1
As we cruise through Slovakia we’ll pause for lunch in quaint Bratislava. We head into the compact old town and check out its medieval castle. Order yourself the regional speciality, treska (cold fish salad), or try some local cheeses.
Our next stop is the cultural hub of Vienna. Tonight, we’ll head to the city’s famous amusement park, Prater Park, for a fun night of Ferris wheels, ghost trains and over 200 attractions.
Day : 37
Vienna
Number of Days : 1
Your Tour Manager starts the day by introducing the group to the city’s historical heritage. There’s the imperial grandeur of Schönbrunn Palace, the elegantly ornate State Opera House and St. Stephen’s Cathedral – a Gothic masterpiece. Cruise down Kärntner Strasse, Vienna’s main shopping spot and buy some traditional ceramics and materials for gifts back home.
There’s free time to check out the magnificent squares and majestic palaces or the city’s art galleries. Take a break in a coffee house like the locals do, chill out in Vienna’s manicured gardens or wander along the Danube River.
Get schnaps savvy with a behind-the-scenes look into this local liqueuer’s production in an optional excursion to the Old Vienna Schnaps Museum. Later, there’s a chance to experience Vienna’s musical legacy with a Mozart and Strauss concert in one of the city’s imperial palaces.
Day : 38
Vienna to Prague
Number of Days : 1
Roll through Bohemia to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Český Krumlov. The town is all about old-world charm, cute shops, cosy cafés and winding cobblestone lanes.
This afternoon, relax on the coach as we head to the capital of the Czech Republic, Prague.
Day : 39
Prague
Number of Days : 1
Prague is a beautiful and atmospheric city. It’s also pretty compact, so it’s best explored on foot. Get straight into Prague’s historic heart with your Trip Manager. You’ll walk together over the landmark Charles Bridge, through Hradčany Castle, the home of the original Bohemian Kings and to the Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral along the way.
Choose a cruise on the Vltava River, which runs through the heart of Prague, and take in stunning views of the city from the water. The Czech capital has a really mixed past so look out for signs of the Holy Roman Empire, the Bohemian Empire, the Nazis and the Communists.
Free time means you can get deeper into Prague’s Old Town in your own time. The city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a jumble of little lanes, alleys and courtyards. Slow the pace down and give yourself a chance to uncover its hidden treasures.
Spend some time in the picturesque Old Town Square, where historic buildings and churches surround cafés that spill out onto the pavement. With some world-famous Czech pilsner in hand, park yourself at a table, people-watch and try out some of the traditional local dumplings. This is also the spot to pick up some famous Bohemian glass, beads or garnet and amber jewellery
By night, Prague bursts with possibilities. Loaded with all types of music, from jazz bars and hip DJs to opera, there is something for everyone, so make the most of it with your friends.
Day : 40
Prague to Munich
Number of Days : 1
Remember one of history’s darkest moments with a sobering stop at the Dachau concentration camp memorial. Learn more at the museum and walk through the remaining living quarters.
Afterwards we travel to the home of the world-famous Oktoberfest, Munich - a city that blends traditional Bavarian culture and modern lifestyle.
Explore the heart of Munich’s old town with the crew, and head to Marienplatz. It’s a central gathering spot famous for the Glockenspiel - a Gothic clock, complete with 32 dancing figures and 43 chiming bells.
Later why not give an optional bike tour a go and get off the beaten track and onto Munich’s side streets with our Local Guide.
Day : 41
Munich
Number of Days : 1
Use your free time to discover more of Munich. Give an optional bike tour a go and get off the beaten track and onto Munich’s side streets with our Local Guide.
Otherwise head back to the old town and hunt around the little shops on the pedestrian-only lanes or for a change of scene, head to the university area. With shaded streets, buzzing pavement cafés and cute bookstores, it’s a great way to spend a chilled-out afternoon.
Day : 42
Munich to Swiss Alps
Number of Days : 1
Today, travel past the stony cliffs of Liechtenstein, into the capital, Vaduz, where you can grab some lunch and in enjoy it in the shadow of the Royal Family’s 12th century castle.
Next stop: the jaw-droppingly beautiful alpine town of Lucerne. With covered wooden bridges, cobbled lanes and quaint buildings, Lucerne’s centre is perfect to explore on foot. Also to stock up on lots of genuine Swiss chocolate! Your Tour Manager can give you pointers on where to pick up the best-priced watches Switzerland is so famous for.
Tonight, we head to the Alpine heights of Lauterbrunnen and stay in a typically Swiss region, complete with chalets.
Day : 43
Swiss Alps
Number of Days : 1
It’s a change of pace among Switzerland’s massive Alps. Take in the amazing views from the campsite.
Opt to visit Jungfrau Mountain, head up the sheer slopes of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed site on a cog rail to Europe’s highest railway station, and step out onto the “roof” of Europe for spine-tingling views.
Day : 44
Swiss Alps to Heidelberg
Number of Days : 1
Over the border and into Germany, we head to the university town of Heidelberg. Wander around, grab a late lunch and check out its famous Baroque church. With free time this afternoon, you could relax at one of Heidelberg’s pubs with some friends or climb the Gothic church’s spire for great views over this pretty town.
Tonight, get out and about and experience a bit of the local student lifestyle.
Day : 45
Heidelberg to Amsterdam
Number of Days : 1
The coach follows the Rhine River, weaving through valleys dotted with castles and vineyards.
Next stop - the pretty, old-world village of St. Goar, complete with fairy tale castle and even a free-hanging cuckoo clock! Learn about local know-how and get savvy on the craft of beer steins.
Head into the buzzing capital of Amsterdam and check out the eye-opening Red Light District, where the creative and the wacky come together on narrow cobbled streets, 24/7.
Day : 46
Amsterdam
Number of Days : 1
Kick start the morning with an optional bike ride and cruise into the countryside, where you can bike around like the laid back locals, past working windmills, in the world-famous cheese village of Edam. In an intro into Dutch culture, see how clogs are made and try some of the famous Dutch Edam at a cheese farm.
There’s free time this afternoon to experience Amsterdam’s coffee shops, museums and quirky, cool boutiques. Wander along the canals and past gabled houses.
Tonight, say farewell to your newly formed family of friends with a final dinner in Amsterdam. Enjoy a laugh, a glass of wine and reminisce together.
Afterwards make your way into town to enjoy the wonderful night life of this unique city.
Day : 47
Depart Amsterdam
Number of Days : 1
This morning after breakfast we transfer you to Schiphol Airport (estimated arrival 10:00am) where your trip ends. Or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay.
Accommodation
45 nights accommodation: 40 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses), 5 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, +1 night on board a ferry74 meals included in Food Fund: 45 breakfasts & 29 dinners
An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team
Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages
Modern, air-conditioned coach with electrical outlets for charging
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Ferry crossings
Food
74 meals included in Food Fund:45 breakfasts
29 dinners
Staff
An experienced & professional Trip Manager, Driver & Cook teamContiki's exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
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Tour Name: The Original (Start London, end Amsterdam)
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