Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive Rome (1 Days)
Make your way to the hotel, then the day is free to explore at leisure. Maybe start your souvenir shopping or try an Italian gelato. Tonight, enjoy dinner after meeting with your Tour Manager and fellow travellers at 6pm.

Rome to Siena (1 Days)
We start the day with a visit, by funicular, to the magnificent town of Orvieto perched on the cliff tops with breathtaking views over the surrounding vineyards. Later we head for the deserted town of Bagnoregio, once a thriving medieval town but now boasting just 15 residents! Early evening we arrive at our hotel for four nights set in the heart of the Tuscany region.

Tuscany (1 Days)
Today we experience essential Tuscany. We spend the morning exploring the Chianti region by bike, ending at the beautiful Castelo Meleto where we will taste the famous Chianti classic wines and enjoy a light lunch. This afternoon we return to Siena, home to Tuscany's most celebrated festival the Palio with its famous bareback horse race. Time for you to visit the Cathedral, Palazzo Pubblico and Piazza del Campo, arguably Italy's most picturesque piazza. Why not join us for a sunset dinner overlooking the rolling Tuscan hills? Magical!

Tuscany (1 Days)
We leave Siena this morning for Pisa and its famous leaning tower. We continue to Volterra and later this afternoon we stop at one of the most beautiful beaches on the Tuscan coast. Some time to swim in the Mediterranean sea, soak up the sun and relax.

Tuscany (1 Days)
Join our local guide this morning who takes us into the countryside to find fresh locally grown specialities. We visit Cafaggiolo castle built in the 14th C and considered one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture. We arrive into Florence for our guided tour including the Basilica of Santa Croce, Giotto's belltower, Piazza della Signoria and the Duomo. See a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Why not join us for a traditional Tuscan meal on our last night in Siena?

Siena to Florence (1 Days)
A full day for you to explore Renaissance Florence. Maybe visit the Uffizi or Accademia museums, cross the Ponte Vecchio bridge, shop for Italian fashions or wander the streets and take in the atmosphere. Tonight a chance to learn more about Tuscan cuisine at a cooking demonstration.

Florence to Rome (1 Days)
An afternoon of sightseeing; see the Colosseum and Piazza Venezia. Maybe take a tour of the Roman Forum. Tonight, a chance to try some Roman cuisine whilst listening to the sounds of traditional Italian songs.

Depart Rome (1 Days)
Time to swap addresses and email details and say 'Arrivederci Roma' as the tour ends after breakfast.

Dates & Prices

Rome
Evening walking tour

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

Rome
See St. Peter's Basilica

Orvieto
Visit the medieval town including a funicular ride

Bagnoregio
See Civita, the dying city

Siena
See Piazza del Campo (Home of the Palio horse race), Palazzo Pubblico and Cathedral

Pisa
See the Leaning Tower

Voltera
Alabaster demonstration

Tuscan Coast
Visit a beach to enjoy the Mediterranean Sea

Mugello
Visit 14th Century Cafaggiolo Castle

Mugello
Cooking demonstration with fresh produce

Chianti
Taste the famous Chianti classic wines

Chianti
Bicycle ride and lunch in the Chianti countryside

Florence
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

 

Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive Rome (1 Days)
After making your way to the hotel in Rome, your day is free is explore this ancient city. Tonight, meet your Tour Manager and get to know your fellow travellers over dinner.

Rome (1 Days)
Ancient and modern Rome await your discovery. Why not take a guided tour of the Imperial Forum and walk in the footsteps of Gladiators? In your free time explore the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two).

Rome to Sorrento (1 Days)
Travel south past Naples, the home of pizza, to the beautiful resort town of Sorrento. Tonight take the opportunity to sample local food and wine and enjoy the views of the Mediterranean.

Sorrento - Isle of Capri (1 Days)
Cruise across to the stunning Isle of Capri for the day. In your free time why not visit Capri town to enjoy the views or explore the Marina Piccola? A chance to visit the Blue Grotto before returning to Sorrento.

Sorrento to Corfu (1 Days)
Today we visit Pompeii, why not take a guided tour through this ancient city that was once one of the most advanced civilisations in Europe? Later, we travel through southern Italy to board our overnight ferry to the Greek island of Corfu.

Corfu (2 Days)
Two full days on this fabulous Greek island. Work on your tan, take to the water with a chance to enjoy some watersports or get off the beaten track in an open-top jeep. At night an opportunity to visit a local taverna, try some Greek specialities and dance to the sound of the Zorba!

Corfu to Athens (1 Days)
Travelling across the Peloponnese peninsula, we stop at the Corinth Canal en-route to the capital of Greece, Athens.

Athens (1 Days)
A whole day in Athens where our city tour includes the first modern Olympic stadium, the Hellenic Parliament and a guided visit of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Tonight why not join us for a farewell dinner in the Plaka district of Athens?

Depart Athens (1 Days)
Fond farewells this morning as our tour ends after breakfast at the hotel.

Dates & Prices

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

Vatican City
See St. Peter's Basilica

Naples
See the Bay of Naples

Naples
See Mt. Vesuvius

Capri
Visit the Isle of Capri

Sorrento
Scenic coastal drive

Corfu
Visit the old town

Corinth
See the Corinth Canal

Athens
Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide

Athens
See the first modern Olympic Stadium & Hellenic Parliament

 

Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive Rome (1 Days)
After making your way to the hotel in Rome, your day is free is explore this ancient city. Tonight, meet your Tour Manager and get to know your fellow travellers over dinner.

Rome (1 Days)
Ancient and modern Rome await your discovery. Why not take a guided tour of the Imperial Forum and walk in the footsteps of Gladiators? In your free time explore the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two).

Rome to Sorrento (1 Days)
Travel south past Naples, the home of pizza, to the beautiful resort town of Sorrento. Tonight take the opportunity to sample local food and wine and enjoy the views of the Mediterranean.

Sorrento - Isle of Capri (1 Days)
Cruise across to the stunning Isle of Capri for the day. In your free time why not visit Capri town to enjoy the views or explore the Marina Piccola? A chance to visit the Blue Grotto before returning to Sorrento.

Sorrento to Corfu (1 Days)
Today we visit Pompeii, why not take a guided tour through this ancient city that was once one of the most advanced civilisations in Europe? Later, we travel through southern Italy to board our overnight ferry to the Greek island of Corfu.

Corfu (2 Days)
Two full days on this fabulous Greek island. Work on your tan, take to the water with a chance to enjoy some watersports or get off the beaten track in an open-top jeep. At night an opportunity to visit a local taverna, try some Greek specialities and dance to the sound of the Zorba!

Corfu to Athens (1 Days)
Travelling across the Peloponnese peninsula, we stop at the Corinth Canal en-route to the capital of Greece, Athens.

Athens (1 Days)
A whole day in Athens where our city tour includes the first modern Olympic stadium, the Hellenic Parliament and a guided visit of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. Tonight why not join us for a farewell dinner in the Plaka district of Athens?

Depart Athens (1 Days)
Fond farewells this morning as our tour ends after breakfast at the hotel.

Days 1-10: See Rome to Athens itinerary above.

Day 11: Athens to Mykonos. Board your cruise ship. Late afternoon arrival into Mykonos to experience this famous island. (B,L,D,S)

Day 12: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi.
Morning in Kusadasi, then sail to Patmos for afternoon. (B,L,D,S)

Day 13: Cruising to Santorini via Crete.
Spend the morning in Heraklion, then sail tot he volcanic island of Santorini for the afternoon. (B,L,D,S)

Day 14: Arrival into Athens. Transfer into central Athens where you trip ends. (B)

Dates & Prices

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

Vatican City
See St. Peter's Basilica

Naples
See the Bay of Naples

Naples
See Mt. Vesuvius

Capri
Visit the Isle of Capri

Sorrento
Scenic coastal drive

Corfu
Visit the old town

Corinth
See the Corinth Canal

Athens
Visit the famous Plaka area

Mykonos
Visit Mykonos town

Kusadasi
Visit the local bazaar

Patmos
See the Monastery of St. John

Crete
Visit Heraklion town

Santorini
Visit Fira town; See the spectacular volcanic islands

 

Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive Madrid (1 Days)
After checking in to your hotel, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the Spanish capital. This evening meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers at 6pm in the hotel.

Madrid (1 Days)
Our morning sightseeing includes a guided tour of the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free for you to discover this amazing city. Perhaps see the Bullring or visit the famous Prado Musuem. Tonight a chance to try fabulous traditional Spanish cuisine.

Madrid to Barcelona (1 Days)
The first stop today is Zaragoza. See the impressive Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar. A chance for lunch in this city of four cultures. We travel east arriving in Catalonia's most famous city, Barcelona.

Barcelona (1 Days)
Our included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city. See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to experience Barcelona's famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain's specialties. Tonight why not experience the passion of Flamenco dancing?

Barcelona to Avignon (1 Days)
We say goodbye to Spain today as we head for France. Travelling through Provence to arrive at our overnight stop, Avignon, City of the Popes.

Avignon to French Riviera (1 Days)
This morning we continue to Aix-en-Provence, home of Paul Cezanne, for lunch. We visit a French Perfumery in Grasse before continuing to our hotel in Nice. Tonight we visit magnificent Monaco to see the Royal Palace and Monte Carlo Casino.

French Riviera (1 Days)
Rub shoulders with the rich and famous on the Nice promenade, shop for French fashion or laze the day away on the sun-drenched beaches - the choice is yours!

French Riviera to Pisa (1 Days)
An early start as we travel to Italy. We drive past Genoa, Christopher Columbus's birthplace, before entering the unspoilt Cinque Terre Region to visit the various villages along this stunning coast. The hotel for tonight is in Pisa.

Pisa to Florence (1 Days)
From the home of the famous Leaning Tower, we travel to the Renaissance city of Florence. This afternoon enjoy a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft and shop for gold & silver.

Florence (1 Days)
The day includes a walking tour of the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce. In your free time maybe visit one of the city's many museums or galleries and this evening enjoy the colourful Florentine nightlife.

Florence to Rome (1 Days)
This morning we head to San Gimignano for free time, then we leave Tuscany behind and make our way to Italy's capital, Rome. This evening enjoy your first taste of this amazing city on our sightseeing tour.

Rome (1 Days)
Ancient and modern Rome await your discovery. Why not take a guided tour of the Imperial Forum and walk in the footsteps of Gladiators? In your free time explore the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two).

Depart Rome (1 Days)
Time to swap addresses and email details and say 'Arrivederci Roma' as the tour ends after breakfast.

Dates & Prices

Madrid
Tour of the Royal Palace with a local guide (Tour of the Royal Palace may be substitutued with a tour of the Prado if the Palace is closed for an official state function)

Zaragoza
See the monumental cathedral

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

Barcelona
Walk through the Gothic Quarter and La Rambla

Avignon
See the Papal Palace

Aix-en-Provence
See the Cours Mirabelle

French Riviera
Visit a French Perfumery

French Riviera
Scenic Drive along the Riviera coast

French Riviera
Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace

French Riviera
Visit a Monte Carlo casino

French Riviera
Visit Nice and enjoy the beach

Cinque Terre
Visit Monterosso, Portovenere and La Spezia

Cinque Terre
Cruise (weather permitting) along the scenic coast

Pisa
See the Leaning Tower

Florence
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

San Gimignano
Visit the medieval town

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

Vatican City
See St. Peter's Basilica

 

Itinerary

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive Barcelona (1 Days)
Check-in to the hotel. This evening meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers.

Barcelona (1 Days)
Our included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city. See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to experience Barcelona's famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain's specialties.

Barcelona to Madrid (1 Days)
We travel west to Zaragoza. See the impressive Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar. A chance to lunch in this city of four cultures. Then it's on to Madrid!

Madrid (1 Days)
Our morning sightseeing includes a guided tour of the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free for you to discover this amazing city. Perhaps see the Bullring or visit the famous Prado Musuem. Tonight a chance to try fabulous traditional Spanish cuisine.

Madrid to Cordoba (1 Days)
Today begins with a morning drive to Toledo, where we see the Gothic cathedral and El Greco's house. We then head south into the heart of Andalusia.

Cordoba to Seville (1 Days)
Free time in Cordoba this morning before heading to the host city of the 1992 World Expo - Seville. See the Plaza de Espana, or maybe take the opportunity to visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Tonight why not experience the passion of Flamenco dancing?

Seville to Granada (1 Days)
Today we visit Gibraltar before travelling east through the Sierra Nevada mountains to the town of Granada which is steeped in Moorish history.

Granada (1 Days)
Today is your chance to explore the spectacular former residence of the Moorish Kings - the Alhambra Palace. You'll also have a chance to visit the historic Albaicin district of this city.

Granada to Ibiza (1 Days)
Travelling east we head for the Mediterranean port of Denia. We board our ferry and make our way to the party island of Ibiza where you have the choice to either relax on the island's beaches or party till dawn at one of the island's many clubs.

Ibiza (2 Days)
Enjoy the beach scene by day and the club scene by night. This is your chance to soak up the atmosphere of this Balearic island.

Depart Ibiza (1 Days)
Time to swap addresses and say farewell to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast.

Dates & Prices

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

Barcelona
Walk through the Gothic Quarter and La Rambla

Zaragoza
See the monumental cathedral

Madrid
Tour of the Royal Palace with a local guide (Tour of the Royal Palace may be substitutued with a tour of the Prado if the Palace is closed for an official state function)

Madrid
See the Gran Via, the Puerta del Sol & Plaza de Espana

Toledo
See the Alcazar Fortress and Gothic Cathedral

Cordoba
Visit the Mosque of the Caliphs

Seville
See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de Espana

Gibraltar
Visit the rock that is still under the Sovereignty of the British

Costa del Sol
Scenic drive past Marbella and Malaga

Granada
Guided visit of the Alhambra Palace

Ibiza
Visit Ibiza town and the beaches