Dates & Prices

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
3/26/2010 - 4/21/2010	$3,195
4/4/2010 - 4/30/2010	$3,195
4/20/2010 - 5/16/2010	$3,195
4/28/2010 - 5/24/2010	$3,195
5/4/2010 - 5/30/2010	$3,259
5/10/2010 - 6/5/2010	$3,259
5/16/2010 - 6/11/2010	$3,329
5/18/2010 - 6/13/2010	$3,329
5/22/2010 - 6/17/2010	$3,329
5/24/2010 - 6/19/2010	$3,329
5/28/2010 - 6/23/2010	$3,329
6/1/2010 - 6/27/2010	$3,329
6/3/2010 - 6/29/2010	$3,329
6/9/2010 - 7/5/2010	$3,329
6/11/2010 - 7/7/2010	$3,329
6/15/2010 - 7/11/2010	$3,329
6/19/2010 - 7/15/2010	$3,329
6/21/2010 - 7/17/2010	$3,329
6/27/2010 - 7/23/2010	$3,329
6/29/2010 - 7/25/2010	$3,459
7/1/2010 - 7/27/2010	$3,459
7/3/2010 - 7/29/2010	$3,459
7/5/2010 - 7/31/2010	$3,459
7/9/2010 - 8/4/2010	$3,459
7/12/2010 - 8/7/2010	$3,459
7/15/2010 - 8/10/2010	$3,459
7/17/2010 - 8/12/2010	$3,459
7/21/2010 - 8/16/2010	$3,459
7/27/2010 - 8/22/2010	$3,459
7/29/2010 - 8/24/2010	$3,459
8/2/2010 - 8/28/2010	$3,329
8/8/2010 - 9/3/2010	$3,329
8/14/2010 - 9/9/2010	$3,329
8/20/2010 - 9/15/2010	$3,329
8/26/2010 - 9/21/2010	$3,329
8/28/2010 - 9/23/2010	$3,389
9/1/2010 - 9/27/2010	$3,389
9/7/2010 - 10/3/2010	$3,389
9/10/2010 - 10/6/2010	$3,389
9/13/2010 - 10/9/2010	$3,389
9/16/2010 - 10/12/2010	$3,389

What's Included

Accomodations
* 25 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s exclusive French Chateau, 2 nights in Contiki’s exclusive Swiss Chalet, 2 nights in Contiki’s exclusive Austrian Gasthof, 10 nights in comfortable cabins in Contiki’s own villages, 4 nights in hotels & 5 nights in hostels * 24 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL) & 16 dinners (D) included in your food fund * A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver, resident Contiki special stopover & village staff * Transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging * Ferry crossings * Sightseeing tours of all major cities

The Contiki Difference
h5. Only with Contiki * Paris illuminations night tour with French champagne, cheese & escargot * Picnic in the French countryside * Private boat to the islands of Venice * See canals & a windmill on a countryside bike tour in Edam * Special stopovers: Contiki’s Chateau & wine tasting, Austrian gasthof & Swiss chalet * Contiki onsite Reps

Your Tour Itinerary Includes

Depart for Europe ( Days)
Jet off to the trip of a lifetime awaiting you in Europe!

Arrive London (1 Days)
Check-in to your hotel after 2pm and the remainder of the day is free to relax before meeting your fellow travellers at 6pm. After dinner take a short walk to explore nearby Covent Garden.

London to Paris (Dinner Days)
Meet up with your Contiki Crew before we hit the road and take a ferry past the White Cliffs of Dover. We travel via World War 1 battle fields in the Valley of the Somme to Paris. If you’re adventurous, get right into French culture when you arrive at the campsite. Your Contiki Cook will prepare authentic escargots (snails) for the group. It’s a perfect opportunity to try out this national delicacy. You’ll also get to toast the start of your tour together in style with our special “Taste of France” welcome. Your Crew will serve champagne and local cheeses before we kick start Paris with the “Tour of Illuminations”, where the French capital transforms into the ‘City of Lights’. Lamp-lit bridges and cool little cafes give us a real taste of Paris’ romance. Your Tour Manager will fill you in on the world’s most recognised monuments, like the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower.

Paris (Breakfast Days)
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. Tonight, treat yourself to a real Parisian night out, starting with an optional dinner in an atmospheric restaurant, where you can get to know your group. Then sign up for an authentic cabaret experience, complete with can-can girls and champagne.

Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
Southbound, we roll on through Burgundy’s wine country to Beaujolais’ green hills and vineyards. Our team will make you feel right at home in Contiki’s very own 16th Century chateau. There’s a wine tasting within the chateau’s working winery, where our resident expert will teach you about Beaujolais wine as you swirl and sip on wines made in the area for centuries.

Beaujolais Wine Region (Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner Days)
There’s loads of time to catch up on some sleep, laze about the Chateau or position yourself poolside. Explore the French countryside with a walk through the vineyards and picnic in the hills above the chateau. In the afternoon, get a feel for a real French country town and head into nearby Thiezé.

Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
Today, it’s on to Pont du Gard in Southern France. It’s a stunning bridge with 2000 year old arches spanning across the river. This imposing Roman Aqueduct is an impressive feat of ancient engineering. We keep heading south through the rugged and dramatic scenery of the Pyrénées mountains, over the border into Barcelona. A sizzling, festive capital any night of the week, Barcelona is all about action. In Spain, fiesta time starts late, so park yourself at one of the city’s many outdoor squares to enjoy a glass of sangria and nibble on tapas (plate sized snacks) before a fun night out exploring Barcelona’s nightlife with your new friends.

Barcelona (Breakfast Days)
First stop: Mont Juic. 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 Familia cathedral. Your Tour 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 like Spain’s signature dish, paella. Wrap up your time in this hot city with an optional Flamenco dance show for a closer look into Spanish culture. Get some tips on regional food from your Tour 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.

Barcelona to French Riviera (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
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 Cote d’Azur. Follow the beautiful sapphire waters past the movie-star glamour of Cannes (famous for its annual film festival), to Antibes.

French Riviera (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
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 Tour Manager. Try your luck at a casino later on.

French Riviera to Florence (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
Onwards to Italy, land of passion! Heading to Renaissance Florence, we stop by Pisa and get up close to the famous Leaning Tower. 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 Tour 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.

Florence (Breakfast Days)
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.

Florence to Rome (Breakfast Days)
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 of the city gets you right into the thriving atmosphere of this living timeline as your Tour Manager shows you the Colosseum and the Piazza Venezia. Continue on foot to check out the Pantheon and the 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 hang out with your new friends at the Spanish Steps and sit back with a few slices of pizza. Make the most of our Local Guide’s inside knowledge and uncover the remains of an ancient empire with a fantastic optional tour of the Roman Forum and Colosseum.

Rome (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
This morning, check-out the smallest country in the world and home to the Pope, the Vatican City. You’ve got plenty of time to take a closer look at St Peter’s Basilica or Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel. Take off into the city and absorb the atmosphere, as vespas flash past timeworn monuments that are surrounded by fountains, pizzerias, cafes 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.

Rome to Venice (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
Crisscross the Apennine Mountains and Umbria’s rolling valleys, before we stop off in Bologna – Italy’s foodie capital and a bustling student town. Have your camera ready to grab some shots of its famous Renaissance towers, palazzi and 40 km of porticoes. Go local and visit the great markets that fill the city’s narrow streets. Pick up some of the fantastic local produce available like prosciutto (dried ham), parmigiano cheese and balsamic vinegar. Then maybe order yourself a plate of traditional spaghetti Bolognese and taste this town’s claim to fame Next up: Venice. With two nights in this special city, you’ll get a good look into the Venetian way of life.(B,D)

Venice (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
Known as the “floating city” 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 Doges’ Palace and the expanse of St Mark’s Square (pigeons and all!) show off Venice’s unique beauty and way of life. Learn about local artistry with a traditional glass blowing demonstration – a craft the city has been famous for since the 13th century. 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 with your friends. Take a bottle of prosecco (Italian champagne) and toast this unforgettable experience as you are punted through the waterways.

Venice to Vienna (Breakfast Days)
Chill out on the coach as we make our way through the mighty Dolomites and cruise pass typically Austrian villages, complete with wooden chalets and green mountain fields. Next stop is the cultural hub of Vienna. Tonight, there’s a chance to experience Vienna’s musical legacy with a Mozart and Strauss concert in one of the city’s imperial palaces.

Vienna (Breakfast Days)
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 Kärterner 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 for a traditional meal with the group in the Viennese country side.

Vienna to Munich (Breakfast Days)
Remember one of history’s darkest moments with a sobering stop at Mauthausen concentration camp. Learn more at the museum and walk through the remaining living quarters. Afterwards, it’s southbound to the home of the world-famous Oktoberfest, Munich - a city that blends traditional Bavarian culture and a modern lifestyle. Choose to get a taste of tradition at a typical beer hall in an optional excursion and park yourself at a long wooden table. Order yourself some hearty local food, like roast pork, and quench your thirst with a stein of one of Germany’s 5000 brews.

Munich to Austrian Tyrol (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
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. Roll on through the Tyrol’s massive mountains to a cute Austrian village in a region famous for adventure sports. Plunge into some white-water rafting in an adrenalin-pumping optional activity on the river. With 2 nights in Contiki’s very own Austrian Gasthof (guest inn), there’s plenty of time for pulse-racing activities. Our resident crew will give you pointers on the best stuff to do in the region and make sure you get everything out of your time here.

Austrian Tyrol (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
This morning, fill your lungs with clean mountain air, jump on a bike and get into the region’s outdoor lifestyle with a fully guided optional tour through the Tyrol’s picture perfect scenery, complete with waterfalls and mountain fields. Work up an appetite – a BBQ lunch is waiting for you at the end! With time to do your own thing, laze about or get out for a walk in the surrounding hills. Catch up on some emails or postcards at the inn or take a gondola up the mountainside for more spectacular views of the area. For something different, pop into the local trout farm. For adrenaline-junkies, an optional tandem paraglide will give you an awesome angle on the surrounding alpine scenery. (B,D)

Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
This morning, there’s a chance to visit the Swarovski Museum and pick up some of their world-famous crystal. Then 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 at Contiki’s very own Swiss chalet.

Swiss Alps (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
It’s a change of pace amongst Switzerland’s massive alps. Take in the amazing views from your chalet window. 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. Back at the chalet, make the most of the genuine underground bomb shelter and party it up with friends at the bar there.

Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
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. 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-standing cuckoo clock! Learn about local know-how and get savvy on the craft of beer steins. Then kick back with a glass of local wine and choose to find out more with the optional wine tasting in a candlelit underground cellar.

Rhine Valley to Amsterdam (Breakfast, Dinner Days)
In an intro into Dutch culture, see how clogs are made and try some of the famous Dutch Edam at a cheese farm. Cruise into the countryside and bike around like the laid back locals, past working windmills, to the world-famous cheese village of Edam. 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.

Amsterdam (Breakfast Days)
There’s free time to experience Amsterdam’s coffee shops, museums and quirky, cool boutiques. Wander along the canals and pass gabled houses or experience Amsterdam’s multi-ethnic cuisine. This cultural melting pot dishes up loads of affordable food. With an optional evening canal cruise, there’s a chance to toast your travels with the group, unwind with a few drinks and uncover Amsterdam at water level as you drift past the city lights. For your last night on tour, get some pointers from your Tour Manager, dive into Amsterdam’s night action with your friends and finish up your travels with a night to remember.

Amsterdam to London (1 Days)
After breakfast, there will be a transfer for you to Schipol Airport (estimated arrival at 10:00 am) OR choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London with your Tour Manager and Driver and extend your stay.

Sightseeing Highlights

Paris
Evening Tour of Illuminations

Paris
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral

Paris
See Château Fontainebleau (UNESCO World Heritage Site)

Beaujolais
Taste local wine

Beaujolais
French picnic lunch

Provence
See the Roman Aqueduct at Pont du Gard

Provence
Visit the historic city of Arles

Barcelona
See Gaudi's Art Nouveau Cathedral & the 1992 Olympic Games complex

Barcelona
Walk through the Gothic Quarter

French Riviera
Scenic drive along the Cote d'Azur

French Riviera
Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace

French Riviera
Visit a Monte Carlo casino

Paris
Visit a French Perfumery

Pisa
See the Leaning Tower

Prague
Walking tour with a local guide

Florence
See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria

Florence
Florentine leather craft demonstration

Rome
See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum

Vatican City
See St. Peter's Basilica

Venice
Private motorboat to the historic islands

Venice
See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges' Palace & St. Mark's Square

Venice
Murano glass-blowing & Burano lace-making demonstrations

Vienna
See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House

Vienna
Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road

Mauthausen
Visit the concentration camp

Munich
See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz

Austrian Tyrol
See this pretty mountain region famous for adrenalin sports

Liechtenstein
Visit the capital Vaduz

Lucerne
See the Wooden Chapel Bridge

Swiss Alps
Scenic drive through the Alps

Ljubljana
See the medieval castle

Rhine Valley
Scenic drive along the Rhine River

Rhine Valley
Visit the riverside town St. Goar

Amsterdam
See the canals, gable houses and city by night

Amsterdam
Visit a fishing and cheese village

Amsterdam
Bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside

Amsterdam
Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house

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Details & Specials

Parisian Dinner
Euro 34.00
Right in the heart of Paris’ colourful artists’ quarter in Montmartre, this typically French bistro dishes up loads of atmosphere and is the perfect place to get to know your group over a tasty 3-course meal.

Nouvelle Eve cabaret show
Euro 71.00
Get dressed up for a stylish night out at a Parisian cabaret show. The intimate atmosphere is the perfect way to kick off your trip. From your cute, lamp-lit table, watch a whirl of can-can girls, acrobats & comedians go by over a glass of French champagne.

Flamenco evening show
Euro 30.00
Tonight, it’s all about Spanish culture with live music and dance. Get caught up in the heart-stopping intensity of flamenco, kick back with a glass of Spain’s famous sangria and get into the rhythms.

Souvenir group photo
Euro 11.50
Take home a great memento of your travels as you join the group for a photo in one of Florence’s famous piazzas or with one of the city’s stunning panoramas as a backdrop.

Space Electronic Disco
Euro 13.00
Get into the Florentine nightlife at the city’s largest club. Right in the heart of town, Space Electronic Disco draws a mix of both locals and travellers. With different zones spread over 2 levels, you can have some fun with karaoke & show off your moves on the dance floor.

Tuscan Meal
Euro 27.00
Wind down with some fantastic Chianti wine in the heart of Florence. In true Italian fashion, our warm hosts will load your table with a feast of entrées, followed by a house speciality & something dolce for dessert.

Imperial Tour
Euro 26.00 (10-19 people) / Euro 25.00 (20+ people)
Wander through the ruins of the ancient Roman Empire’s political heart, while our Local Guide peels back the layers of history & reconstructs the past. From the intrigues and assassinations of the Forum, to the bloody battles of the Colosseum, learn how the roots of Western culture started here.

Gondola ride
Euro 21.00
Sit back & watch the city open up on the canals on a gondola ride. From magnificent palaces to the local’s laundry strung across the backwaters, Venice’s charm gets at you at every curve.

Venice walking tour
Euro 11.00
Get an in-depth look into Venice as you walk through the little lanes & gorgeous squares of the city’s historic heart. Our Local Guide will show you the monuments of St Mark’s Square & reveal the hidden secrets of the floating city. You’ll also visit the Rialto Market - the traditional food market for locals.

Viennese Dinner
Euro 27.00
Get out into the Viennese countryside with the group & cap off the day with a hearty meal. Try traditional flavours, including the world-famous schnitzel while you sit back & enjoy the live entertainment. Round off your meal with some delicious apple strudel.

Old Vienna Schnaps Museum
Euro 6.00
This is a behind-the-scenes look at the production of schnaps and Austrian liqueurs. Have a taste of the finished products and get schnaps savvy as the owners tell you more in their traditional distillery.

Mozart & Strauss concert
Euro 27.00
Experience Austria’s cultural heritage with a Mozart & Strauss concert in one of Vienna’s imperial style concert halls. Complete with a small orchestra & singers, you’ll get a great intro into this city’s musical traditions.

Bavarian beer hall
Euro 22.00
With tons of old-world charm, one of the most famous beer halls in Munich serves up authentic brews, hearty serves of local food (including roasted pork knuckle) & some good times. Get together with your buddies, park yourselves at a long table & watch yodellers, musicians and dancers, entertain you in traditional costume.

Swarovski crystal world
Euro 7.00
Visit the Swarovski museum in the village of Wattens. Get up close to cut crystals and check out the impressive “Crystal Wall”. 11 metres high (36 feet) and 42 metres long (138 feet), it is packed with 12 tonnes of glittering stone. The Swarovski shop offers you the chance to buy some stunning crystal to take home too.

Tandem paragliding
Euro 115.00
Take off from the side of a mountain & soar over this stunning region in an adrenalin-pumping tandem paraglide. Flying with an experienced, professional pilot also gives you a chance to grab some great photos on the way! All you need for this adventure is some warm clothing & walking shoes!

White water rafting
Euro 39.00
Time for action in the Tyrol’s monumental mountains. Have a blast on the Inn River’s rapids in an adrenalin-pumping ride. Follow the river’s surging course under the watch of some professional local guides. Don’t worry – if you can swim, you’re in! And before you hit the alpine waters, you will be fully kitted out with wetsuits & safety helmets. *White water rafting is normally available from May to September.

Mountain bike tour & BBQ Lunch
Euro 29.00
Jump on a bike & head out for a fully guided tour through picture-perfect Austrian mountain scenery. In a region that is all about the outdoors, this is the perfect way to take in the fresh alpine air, waterfalls, mountain streams & fields. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, there’s a huge BBQ lunch of Austrian wurst & kraut salad to finish.

Jungfrau mountain visit
CHF 130.00
Head up into the Swiss Alps as you scale 3,454metres (11, 300ft) by cog railway, through 7 kms (4.2 miles) of tunnel, to the highest railway station in the world. Step out onto the “roof” of Europe, on Mt Jungfrau at this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Wine tasting
Euro 8.00
In the historic setting of an underground candlelit cellar, get the low-down on the region’s reputation as a leading white-wine producer. Try out local wines as you sip on some Riesling & the exclusive ice wine - the areas speciality.

Canal bike tour
Euro 12.50
Kick off your day with some action out on the canals in a fun introduction to Amsterdam. Do your bit on our four-seater pedal boat & cruise along a picturesque route that takes you past gabled houses, buildings from the Dutch Golden Age & house boats, before docking close to Anne Frank’s house.

Canal cruise
Euro 21.00
Floating down Amsterdam's canals by night is the perfect way to toast your travels with your friends & Tour Manager. Cruise past historic buildings & the eye-opening Red Light District. The cruise gives you a different take on one of Europe's hot creative capitals!

Sea Palace Restaurant
Euro 31.00
Tonight, enjoy rice table dinner at a popular floating restaurant, smack in the middle of Amsterdam. This style of eating began in former Dutch colony, Indonesia & has since become a popular Dutch tradition. Your table will be loaded with a selection of speciality dishes, including satay and noodles, making this experience more of a banquet than a dinner!

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Must book and pay in full at least 12

months prior to trip departure date.

Valid for select trips only.   Offer #2: Save up to US$319

Must book and pay in full at least 6

months prior to departure date.

Valid for select trips only.  

Multiple Trip Discounts - Save $100

Book any 2 Contiki trips 10 days or longer, at the same time & get up to US$100 off the cost of the second tour.

Europe Europe – Save US$100

Europe America – Save US$100

Europe + Great Britain – Save US$100

Tours may be in different countries or regions.

Australia & New Zealand - Save $100

Book an Australia and New Zealand vacation at the same time and save US$100 off the total cost.

Tours must be a minimum of 10 days.  

Refer a Friend and You Both Save $100

Share the love! Now that you’ve traveled Contiki and had a great time, it’s time to spread the word and earn some cash! Tell your friends about Contiki and earn up to $100* for each person you refer that books.

Your friends score from the deal too – each one that books a trip eight days or longer will receive $100 in excursion vouchers (good for activities like bungee jumping, gondola cruises and wine tasting).

You can refer up to 10 friends (which equals $1,000 for you!) Simply complete this form and you're on your way. Remember, no cheating ("me, myself and I" do not qualify.)

Terms and Conditions:

1.The referral program is valid for new trips booked as of May 1, 2009.

2.You can refer as many passengers as you’d like! You must provide valid names and e-mail addresses (e.g. you may not enter your own e-mail address or repeat the same address more than once). We will issue up to 10 $100 gift cards per Referrer per calendar year. Referees must be new passengers. Not combinable with Past Passenger discount.

3.Referee must between 18-35 years old at the time of travel.

4.Referee must have been referred online and must mention "Refer a Friend" and Referrer's name when booking their trip.

5.Upon booking their trip, the Referee will receive in their travel documentation $100 in Optional Excursion vouchers. The original Optional Excursion vouchers can be redeemed while on their trip and cannot be exchanged for cash reimbursement.

6.The Referred passenger(s) are responsible for reviewing their travel documentation and making sure they received the Optional Excursion Vouchers prior to their departure from the United States. Contiki will not issue a cash refund to passenger(s) for any Optional Excursion because the Referred passenger(s) paid the tour manager directly, forgot to pack or bring the vouchers on the tour, did not use the entire value of the vouchers, looses the vouchers, or advises us after their travel that they did not receive the vouchers.

7.If booking is made within 14 days of the departure, we cannot guarantee receipt of physical vouchers unless traveler expedites their documents at an additional cost. Scanned copies are not available

8.Contiki is not responsible if a Referrer fails to properly identify a Referee. Contiki will not retroactively record a friend who was not identified at the time of sign-up.

9.Contiki will not allow a Referee to be claimed by more than one Referrer. Once a Referee’s e-mail address has been given, it may not be changed.

10.Cash will be given out in the form of a gift card from a major credit card company with a value of $100. Gift card will be issued to Referrer only after Referee completes travel on their trip of 8 days or longer. If a Referee cancels for any reason, the referral reward is forfeited.

11.Offer is not valid for tour purchases made outside the U.S.

12.Contiki reserves the right to resolve any disputes at its sole discretion.

$100 Referral cash will be received as a $100 American Express cash gift card.