European Highlights

The one that does Europe’s best bucket list destinations in 2 weeks

This trip delivers a highlight reel of European beauty, history, culture, and food over two unforgettable weeks. The perfect loop that will see you gawping at the glittering lights of Paris one moment to gliding through Venetian canals the next. Oh, and did we mention the French Riviera and a stay at Contiki’s legendary private chateau? This European highlights tour has twinkling cities, lush vineyards, and enough culture to fill a thousand journals – it truly has it all.

Included/Excluded

  • Stay at The Château by Contiki
  • Drive along the Côte d'Azur
  • Visit Pisa (for that Epic Selfie)
  • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp

Tour Plan

Day 1 London to Paris

London

Join forces in London & get to know the wolf pack you're about to take on Europe with. We'll hit the road this morning and make tracks for two weeks of adventure.

DoverTravellers up the Arc de Triomphe with a view of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France

Shortly before we find our ferry for France, we'll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover.

Calais

Off the ferry we arrive in the port town of Calais - French soil! We will travel via World War I battlefields in the Valley of the Somme, before reaching... Paris!

Paris

Pop the champagne, dial up the romance, & pass the escargot - we're in Paris, baby! Don't waste a second unpacking, we're going to hit the streets and see how this city comes alive by night.

Included Meals

  • Dinner
Day 2 Paris

ParisTravellers taking a selfie in front of the Eiffel Tower

Today's the day to stroll the beautiful streets of Paris, with plenty of time to lust over designer haute couture or French vintage stores, admire the Notre Dame Cathedral, order coffee and crêpes, or get artsy at the many museums of the Louvre. Tonight, foodies will have the chance to eat a Parisian feast in Montmartre, surrounded by cobbled lanes, village-esque cafes, street artists and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Otherwise, this is your night to sign up for an iconic Parisian cabaret show.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 3 Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region via Fontainebleau

ParisOutdoor seating are at the Chateau de Cruix in the Beaujoulais Wine Region in France

Farewell French capital! We're off in search of charming countryside & legit, straight from the source, vino.

Fontainebleau

With its medieval stature and grand surrounding ponds, Château Fontainebleau will take your breath away. We'll amble around the gardens then recommence our scenic journey to Beaujolais.

Beaujolais Wine Region

Tonight's the night we camp out at Contiki’s very own 16th century château. We say "camp" - LOL. This might be the most royal experience of your life. Wine tasting at the château’s working winery is just one of the ways we'll kill time while we're here.

Please note: On occasion, certain departures will be moved from Contiki’s Chateau de Cruix to the French gastronomic capital of Lyon (a title which ain’t given lightly, believe us!)  We’ll get the party started with an included meal at a local restaurant, accompanied by local wine.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
Day 4 Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera

Beaujolais Wine RegionTraveller riding a bike along the beach in Nice, France

Yes, yes, you could stay here forever, but unfortunately the show must go on. And there is more French fabulousness just around the corner, we promise.

French Riviera

Missing an opportunity to see this glorious part of the world up close and personal would be criminal. Speaking of things you shouldn't miss on your European Highlights tour, this region is famous for lavender honey, aioli & rosé wine; all 3 in one meal should be your mission.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 5 French Riviera (Including Monaco City)

French Riviera

Travellers at Nice sign in the French Riviera, France

This morning we'll take in the crystal blue waters of the Riviera, cobble stone streets and charming markets! Later we take a scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur as we make our way to the heart of it all, Monaco.

Monaco City

A night in glamorous Monaco should complete your day slash life. Don a fancy necklace and pop a plum in your mouth - we're about to embark on the lifestyle of the rich and the famous.

French Riviera

After a night on the blackjack table it's back to the coast and to bed, the next part of the adventure starts tomorrow.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 6 French Riviera to Florence via Pisa

French RivieraView of the Duomo in Florence in Italy

After almost a week in France you'll be full to the brim with all things French and ready for new ground. Italy, perhaps?

Pisa

No trip around Europe is complete without seeing the world's most famous #AwkwardLean, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Once you've got that perfect snap of you holding the thing up like you're Arnold Schwarzenegger, we'll be on the fast-track to Florence.

Florence

The dome of Duomo Cathedral sits above the city making certain we know we have arrived in Florence. Tonight you can choose to begin your Tuscan love affair at a Free Time Add-On dinner - think olives, pastas, focaccia, meats & wine.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 7 Florence to Rome

FlorenceTravellers hugging at the Pantheon in Rome, Italy

This morning is a perfect balance of guided wisdom and free time to roam. We'll uncover the beautiful art of traditional leather & explore streets bursting with heritage before eventually hitting the road for Rome.

Rome

And you thought your morning was interesting! The afternoon will really take it up a notch as we uncover Italian icons in the country's capital of Rome as you get a glimpse of its glory by night. Gelato, pizza and ancient monuments - perfecto!

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 8 Rome

RomeTravellers stood outside the Colosseum in Rome, Italy

Rise and shine, Rome awaits us! Today will be a whirlwind of Roman architecture and bucket list sights as we uncover all of Rome’s key features. There’s also the option to head back in time and discover Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 9 Rome to Venice

RomeTravellers enjoying a gondola ride on the Venetian canals, Venice, Italy

We may be hitting the road again, but we're not done with Italy just yet. We have one more city to lust over...

Venice

Venice is yours for this glorious Italian afternoon. We'll be jumping aboard our own private boat and hitting the canals en route to the historical heart of the city. A gondola ride is up for grabs, or you can always choose to get lost on your own and see where the maze takes you.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 10 Venice to Munich via Tyrol

VeniceTravellers enjoying Bavarian food and beer, Munich, Germany

Confident we have ticked off all the Italian essentials, we can now leg it to Germany. After all the sophistication and glamour of France and Italy, a few beers and the chance to wear Bavarian suspenders will be precisely what we feel like.

Tyrol

Wind through the Austrian Alps to lively Munich.

Munich

Bavarian culture, a famous Glockenspiel and charm aplenty; Munich doesn't just turn it on during Oktoberfest! Explore peaceful gardens and legendary beer halls or join in the bike tour and explore the side streets you wouldn't usually see.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 11 Munich to Rhine Valley via Dachau

MunichTraveller standing on the River Rhine in the Rhine Valley, Germany

Today it’s goodbye Munich, hello wine country. But first, we have an important stop to make.

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site

Journeying out of Munich, we'll make a stop at Dachau for a sobering visit to the Dachau concentration camp memorial. You'll be able to spend some time here to learn and reflect, before we head on to the Rhine Valley.

Sankt Goar

After the scenic journey of fairytale castles, vineyards and valleys, you'll be charmed before we even arrive in Germany's famous Rhine Valley. This back-in-time town is our wine tasting host for the evening.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
Day 12 Rhine Valley to Amsterdam via Edam

Sankt GoarTravellers riding bikes in Edam, Netherlands

This morning we'll drag you all away from Germany kicking and screaming that you want to stay forever. Only to see you equally infatuated with another dot on the European map hours later...

Edam

You know the cheese, and now you're going to know the place that pioneered it. We'll cycle into the countryside admiring windmills in Edam.

Amsterdam

Pretty canals lined with quaint crooked houses and cafes bursting with life. Amsterdam is all that and way more than what you could ever imagine. This evening, opt to take the A'DAM lookout swing, an incredible observation deck with unrivalled panoramas of the twisting canals below.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
Day 13 Amsterdam

AmsterdamTraveller sat on a bike on a bridge in Amsterdam, Netherlands

It's our last full day on trip & our last night to party up a storm with the squad. Use the day to explore quirky museums & sample the endless array of cuisines this city has on offer. The best way to say farewell to this gorgeous city? Opt to hop on the classic Amsterdam canal cruise and then bite into fluffy Dutch pancakes for dinner. So good!

Included Meals

  • Breakfast
Day 14 Amsterdam to London

AmsterdamTraveler At Breakfast in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Down your breakfast and wipe away your tears - this is always the worst day of the trip. We'll escort you to Schiphol Airport by about 10am for those leaving us in the canal lined city.

Calais

For those not leaving us until London, we'll travel south through Belgium, then cross into France to Calais.

Dover

We'll make our way back to London-town, where you'll be left to start dreaming up your next big adventure.

London

This concludes your 14-day trip to Europe. What a journey! Say a fond farewell to the group as you wrap up the trip on arrival in London.

Included Meals

  • Breakfast

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