Arrive London: After checking into
the Royal National Hotel the day is yours to
experience London at your leisure.
London to Paris: A warm welcome
from your Contiki Crew as we head for the White Cliffs
of Dover and the Channel crossing to Calais, France.
Past World War I battlefields to the splendor of
Paris. What better way to begin than with an evening
tour of the city illuminations. Contiki Village (D)
Paris Sightseeing: On our included
sightseeing tour we visit Nôtre Dame, view the Champs
Elysées, the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre and the
Eiffel Tower. There’s time to shop, stroll along the
Seine or just relax at a sidewalk café. Tonight, why
not experience a famous Parisian cabaret. Contiki
Village (B)
Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region, Lyon:
We travel south and stop at Fontainebleau to see the
magnificent château. Then to the Beaujolais vineyards
near Lyon and two nights in Contiki’s exclusive
Château de Cruix. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Beaujolais Wine Region: Drink in
the atmosphere, enjoy our included picnic lunch and
explore the French countryside - the choice is yours.
Contiki Special Stopover (B, Picnic Lunch, D)
Lyon to Antibes - French Riviera:
Our route today takes us south along the Autoroute du
Soleil to the Côte d’Azur. Make the most of this
splendid region, visit Cannes before trying your luck
in a Monte Carlo casino. Contiki Village (B,D)
Antibes to Florence: First a French
perfumery then into Italy to see the Leaning Tower
of Pisa before arriving in the most fabulous of
Renaissance cities, Florence. Contiki Village (B,D)
Florence Sightseeing: Begin with
our included walking tour to see the Piazza della
Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce. Time is yours to
shop for leather, gold and silver, visit the many
galleries or stroll along the River Arno. This
evening, an opportunity to enjoy the colourful
Florentine nightlife. Contiki Village (B)
Florence to Rome: All roads lead
to Rome and our Contiki Village. This afternoon why
not discover the ancient ruins of Rome with a local
guide. Later, a walking tour of this ancient city will
include the Trevi Fountain, Piazza Venezia, Pantheon
and Piazza Navona. Contiki Village (B)
Rome Sightseeing: Today, take your
chance to explore Rome. Leisurely discover the secrets
of the Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel or simply
wander the streets and soak up the atmosphere. Perhaps
a barbecue tonight and a party in the local disco.
Contiki Village (B,D)
Rome to Venice: Traveling north we
pass by medieval hillside villages. Then across the
rugged Appennine mountains for the Byzantine city of
Venice. Contiki Village (B,D)
Venice Sightseeing: Our
complimentary motor boat takes you to St Mark’s
Square, the Doges’ Palace and Bridge of Sighs. See
glass and lace-making demonstrations, wander the
fascinating canal side streets and why not treat
yourself to a gondola ride. Contiki Village (B,D)
Venice to Hopfgarten - Austrian Tyrol:
Today we travel over the spectacular Brenner Pass.
Perhaps an opportunity to go white water rafting
(subject to weather conditions) on our way to
Contiki’s own Gasthof set amidst the magnificent
Austrian mountains. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Austrian Tyrol at Leisure: The
picture-postcard village of Hopfgarten is an excellent
base to make the most of the beautiful countryside and
experience a vast range of outdoor activities:
walking, cycling or parapenting. Contiki Special
Stopover (B,D)
Hopfgarten to Munich: On to
Munich, the lively Bavarian capital. Our orientation
tour includes the town centre with its historic
Glockenspiel and excellent shops. Tonight, why not
experience typical German fare in a Bavarian beer
hall. Hotel (B)
Munich to Lauterbrunnen - Swiss Alps:
Leaving Germany, we stop in the tiny principality of
Liechtenstein before traveling onto lakeside Lucerne.
A chance to see the Lion Monument before shopping for
local souvenirs. We spend a relaxing evening at our
cozy Alpine chalet in Lauterbrunnen. Contiki Special
Stopover (B,D)
Swiss Alps at Leisure: A
spectacular day where you can choose to hike the many
trails or enjoy a trip up the snow-covered Jungfrau
mountain on a cog railway that passes through the
Eiger mountain! Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Lauterbrunnen to Rhine Valley:
Heading north we leave Switzerland and enter Germany
for Heidelberg and an orientation tour of this
university city on the Neckar River. Then on to our
hotel in the Rhine Valley. Hotel (B,D).
Rhine Valley to Amsterdam: Today
we cross the Dutch border making our way to Amsterdam.
Visit a cheese farm and see how clogs are made on our
afternoon orientation tour. Cycle through the
countryside and explore the fishing and cheese village
of Edam. Contiki’s centrally located hotel is home for
our last two nights. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
Amsterdam at Leisure: After a
diamond exhibition, why not take a canal bike ride to
explore Amsterdam further, perhaps visiting Anne
Frank’s house. Tonight, an opportunity to get together
for our final night out. Contiki Special Stopover (B)
Amsterdam: This morning your
scheduled tour ends at your accommodation. After
breakfast but before 10am, there will be a transfer
for you to Amsterdam Schphol airport for those on our
fly & tour package.
Alternatively, you could choose to take a
complimentary transfer back to central London with
your driver and tour manager if flying out of London
suits you better. You will arrive in London early
evening where you can also choose to extend your stay
at either the Imperial or Royal National Hotels.
(B)
