London to Rome Vistas | Start Amsterdam | Summer | 2025

London to Rome Vistas | Start Amsterdam | Summer | 2025

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London to Rome Vistas | Start Amsterdam | Summer | 2025

20 Days Starting in Amsterdam and ending in Rome

Visiting: London, Dover, Calais, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Odense, Copenhagen, Berlin, Warsaw, Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau, Kraków, Banská Bystrica, Budapest, Mondsee, Hopfgarten im Brixental, Lake Bled, Ljubljana, Venice, Rome

Tour operator:

Contiki

Tour code:

BLRVAME20

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

18-35

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English
From: $4489 $3365 Barrhead discount: -$1124 -25%

NB: Prices correct on 22-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Explore some of Europe’s cultural highlights and year-round coolest cities. Take in cosmopolitan Copenhagen and the party capital of Berlin before exploring the melting-pot of old and new that is Eastern Europe, marvel at the mountain vistas of Austria, cruise the canals of Venice, soak up the history of Rome and take in all the magic of London to Rome.

Highlights

  • Explore the vibrant nightlife and charming canals of Amsterdam.

  • Visit the iconic White Cliffs of Dover in England.

  • Discover the rich history and hipster culture of Berlin.

  • Reflect on history with a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau in Poland.

  • Experience the enchanting beauty of Lake Bled in Slovenia.

  • Enjoy a private boat ride through the canals of Venice.

  • Uncover the ancient monuments and vibrant culture of Rome.

Itinerary

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Day 1: London To Amsterdam

Location: London, Dover, Calais, Amsterdam

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South (or similar)

Meals Included: Dinner

The adventure of a lifetime kicks off today. Meet up with your new Contiki family in London town before hitting the road to Amsterdam. Shortly before we find our ferry for France, we'll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover. They owe their gorgeousness to their composition of chalk - you're learning and we haven't even left the UK! Off the ferry we arrive in the port town of Calais - French soil! We travel north through Belgium and on to Amsterdam! And here we are at our final stop for this evening: Amsterdam! After dinner there's plenty of nightlife to keep you going until the early hours.

Day 2: Amsterdam

Location: Amsterdam

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Amsterdam is cute as a button & sure to win your heart with its canals, obscure museums & a café culture like no other. Today use your time to get local, bar hop, museum crawl, and see what other tastes take your fancy, this place is famous for pancakes, frites and so much more. You can start your exploration of this city with an optional trip up to the A’DAM tower and swing (with drink in hand) for panoramic views over the city. After exploring, you'll want to join your new Contiki family for an optional dinner at a local fishing village and maybe a few drinks aboard a cruise on the canals. Could today get any better?

Day 3: Amsterdam To Hamburg

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Location: Amsterdam, Hamburg

Accommodation Name: Super 8 by Wyndham Hamburg Mitte (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Out of Amsterdam, onto the autobahn and on the fast-track to Hamburg – that's today's agenda. Crossing over to Germany, we find ourselves in another charming city dotted with canals and cafes, along with a central city lake and plenty of parks. We’ll acquaint ourselves with Hamburg by starting with an orientation of the city, before free time to find some dinner tonight.

Day 4: Hamburg To Copenhagen

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Location: Hamburg, Odense, Copenhagen

Accommodation Name: Scandic Sydhaven (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Hamburg, it’s been sweet, but we have our sights set on another famous port city. And first... On our way to wonderful Copenhagen today, we’ll also pass via Odense, the birthplace of Hans Christian Anderson. With cobbled streets and colourful houses in a historic district full of character, it’s easy to see where his inspiration came from. Constantly named amongst the most livable cities in the world (along with one of the happiest), Copenhagen greets us with craft beer breweries, a Renaissance-era castle, hip bars and cafes, a walkable city centre and - you guessed it - more canals. This evening you'll have time to find dinner in one of the local spots.

Day 5: Copenhagen

Location: Copenhagen

Accommodation Name: Scandic Sydhaven (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Copenhagen is an artwork of locals on bicycles, Danish pastries in cute café windows, and Renaissance architecture. Being a bustling university town and home to the hippie hood of Freetown Christiana, nightlife, and unique culture can be found at every turn.

Day 6: Copenhagen To Berlin

Location: Copenhagen, Berlin

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Berlin West (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Before you go bursting out of your travel clothes thanks to your new-found Danish pastry dependency, we're saying ‘farvel’ to Denmark. Next stop: the ferry, then Berlin! On the world map of party vibes, Berlin has a gold star. We've got two nights to explore every inch of this iconic city, and we'll kick it off with a bit of a tour of the city and its troubled but fascinating past. Once we've gotten acquainted with the key sites, we'll enjoy an included dinner together.

Day 7: Berlin

Location: Berlin

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Berlin West (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tours, glorious tours! After our taster of Berlin's history yesterday, we’ll have two inspiring walking tours in store for today (totally optional of course). First up, take a historical walking tour, including a visit to the site of Hitler's bunker. Next, we’ll embark on an Alternative Berlin walking tour, taking us to all the city’s hipster haunts and historical hotspots. If you're looking for a night out, tonight is the perfect time to scope out one of those underground raves or cocktail-lounge-in-the-basement scenarios that Berlin is famous for.

Day 8: Berlin To Warsaw

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Location: Berlin, Warsaw

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Budget Warszawa Centrum (Warsaw, Poland)

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning we'll motor out of Berlin, ready for our next city. Berlin is one tough act to follow, but we think Poland will deliver. The capital of Poland has a vibrant urban scene and we’re staying right in the centre of it. Tonight you’ll have free time for dinner, so Pierogi (Polish dumplings) and a glass of compote somewhere within Warsaw's lively cafe scene should be on your agenda - just ask your Trip Manager for the best local hangs.

Day 9: Warsaw

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Location: Warsaw

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Budget Warszawa Centrum (Warsaw, Poland)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Ready to discover Warsaw? Tragic bombings after the war have seen this city experience a re-birth, and it's packed with museums, a buzzing street art scene, and cool vibes dotted with a dose of random to keep us on our toes. Your local guide will give you the insider track as we take it all in on foot. A renowned musical city, keep your ears open day long and see what sound pleasures you also stumble upon. This evening we’ll be treated to an authentic Polish feast tonight to continue our introduction to this lively European city.

Day 10: Warsaw To Krakow

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Location: Warsaw, Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau, Kraków

Accommodation Name: Vienna House Easy Cracow (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Waving ‘pa!’ to Warsaw, we have our sights set on Krakow this morning. En route, we’ll stop off at the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp for a sobering reminder of Poland’s dark past. Once the capital of Poland, Krakow is now known for its rich history, tasty pretzels, excellent vintage markets (you heard it from us) and salt mining heritage. Tonight you’ll have time to explore the local restaurants for a traditional dinner, then you can rest up knowing we have all day tomorrow to get our Krakow on.

Day 11: Krakow

Location: Kraków

Accommodation Name: Vienna House Easy Cracow (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Good morning Poland! Today is all about getting up close and personal with Krakow life. We’ll cover the basics on our included sightseeing tour in the morning, and you have a free afternoon to stroll the charming streets of Krakow. Check out Kazimierz, the UNESCO-listed Old Town & historic Jewish Quarter with its jumble of street art, vintage markets, crumbling cafes & 14th century synagogue.  An optional Pierogi making class will keep us entertained into the evening.

Day 12: Krakow To Budapest

Location: Kraków, Banská Bystrica, Budapest

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

We say a fond farewell to Krakow and head for the bright lights of Budapest this morning. Pastel painted and manicured to perfection, Banska Bystrica is a lunch break that will charm you to no end. Being in Slovakia, it's also your chance to brag 3 countries in one day - you crazy globetrotter you. Welcome to Hungary! Coming in at number 3 on our list of countries ticked off through the day. From the moment we arrive in the river split city, you'll understand why we needed a couple of nights here. As the evening draws in, you’ll have the chance to jump on board a Danube River Cruise with dinner included. Gliding across the shimmering night-lit river of Danube, you’ll get to experience the beautiful sights of Budapest while enjoying a delicious Hungarian feast.

Day 13: Budapest

Location: Budapest

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ready to explore, we’ll head out on a journey of old and new this morning with a locally guided walking tour of Budapest including the Royal Palace, the Chain Bridge & the Fisherman’s Bastion. Take your time exploring this evening, stop for a drink in a ruin bar tucked away in the Jewish Quarter and keep our eyes peeled for a delicious Langos.

Day 14: Budapest To Austrian Tyrol Via Mondsee

Location: Budapest, Mondsee, Hopfgarten im Brixental

Accommodation Name: Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Bye bye Budapest, your unique charm will remain in our hearts forever. Hitting the road, we’ll journey west and cross-country through Hungary and into Austria. Any 'The Sound of Music' lovers here? Today, we'll check out the historic town centre, the stunning blue lake and the iconic St. Michael's Basilica (as seen in the film) of this charming little town in the Alps. Here in the Austrian Tyrol, you'll have the chance to stay at Contiki Haus Schöneck, a Special Stay worthy of the name, where you can socialise with fellow skiers and Contiki travellers across multiple hang-out spaces, with authentic Austrian cuisine cooked on site too. There's also local beer available at the bar (which is also on site.) When it comes to hitting the hay tonight, you'll sleep in a same-sex multi-share with up to 5 other travellers.

Day 15: Austrian Tyrol

Location: Hopfgarten im Brixental

Accommodation Name: Contiki Haus Schoneck (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Wake up, peel open your curtains, and take in the magnificence of your view. If you're feeling lively you can jump onto a bike tour through green mountains and waterfalls. If you're feeling really lively you can go tandem paragliding. Not so lively? Stroll around and take in the incredible setting; drink endless hot chocolate, go up a mountain in a gondola or relax at our Gasthof.

Day 16: Austrian Tyrol To Ljubljana

Location: Hopfgarten im Brixental, Lake Bled, Ljubljana

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Farewell life in the blissful Austrian Alps, the enchanting allure of Slovenia lies ahead. With its fairytale medieval castle reaching out of an islet, surrounded by the towering peaks of the Julian Alps and its Turquoise waters, Lake Bled really is like something out of a Disney movie. Although you might find nods to neighbouring countries, a distinct identity within Slovenian culture has evolved from the melody of influences surrounding it. We'll have a walking orientation to get acquainted with our surroundings and after that, you're free to explore the bohemian art district of Metelkova Mesto or sit by one of Ljubljana’s atmospheric watercourses. Then this evening foodies will have the chance to taste the best of the city's culinary hotspots.

Day 17: Ljubljana To Venice

Location: Ljubljana, Venice

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: LH Hotel Sirio Venice (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Ever the advocates of a balanced holiday, today we're trading in the obscure unknown for the globally adored hot spot of Venice. Whoop! Yes, it's as cute as you imagine. Yes, you'll feel like you're part of an Italian fairytale. Yes, you are actually hanging out in the gondola clad floating city of Venice! A private boat ride, gothic architecture and a web of lanes to explore will keep your day filled quite nicely.

Day 18: Venice To Rome

Location: Venice, Rome

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Santa Costanza (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Farewell floating city, but Italy, we're not done with you yet, our next destination the Eternal City of Rome is just around the corner. 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 it's glory by night. Gelato, pizza and ancient monuments - perfetto!

Day 19: Rome

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Santa Costanza (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

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. (Free Time Add-Ons can change depending on your departure. Don't worry, your Trip Manager will fill you in on the deets!)

Day 20: Rome

Location: Rome

Meals Included: Breakfast

Full of gelato and memories, we’ll bid ‘ciao’ to Bella Roma but never goodbye to lasting friendships and future Contiki adventures.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation is provided at various hotels and special stays throughout the tour.

  • Meals

    Meals are included as specified in the itinerary, including breakfasts and some dinners.

  • Transport

    Transport is provided throughout the tour, including ferry rides and private boat rides.

  • Guided Tours

    Guided tours are included in various cities, such as Berlin, Budapest, and Krakow.

  • Sightseeing

    Sightseeing activities are included, such as visits to the White Cliffs of Dover, Auschwitz-Birkenau, and Lake Bled.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities such as the A’DAM tower swing, canal cruises, and Pierogi making classes are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • Flights

    Flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees and other travel documentation costs are not included.

Dining Summary

  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 19 Breakfast (B)

Culture

  • Kraków: A local expert will take you around the UNESCO-listed Old Town, show you Wawel Castle and tell you the best place to taste some pierogi.
  • Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.

Included Experience

  • Dover: See the iconic chalk-white coastline. So special that it’s had songs dedicated to it.
  • Berlin: Join us for dinner at Kreuzberger Himmel in Berlin, where Middle Eastern cuisine (think: delicious plant-based eats) is served by a diverse staff of refugees to help foster integration & solidarity.
  • Warsaw: Stroll around the Polish capital, listening to pearls of wisdom from your expert guide. You’ll see the Old Town, Royal Castle and more.
  • Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau: Reflect on the tragedies of the past with a solemn visit to the largest concentration camp in World War II.
  • Kraków: A local expert will take you around the UNESCO-listed Old Town, show you Wawel Castle and tell you the best place to taste some pierogi.
  • Budapest: An expert walking tour that’ll take you past the Royal Palace, Chain Bridge and Fisherman’s Bastion.
  • Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
  • Venice: Life’s all about the waterways here; there’s not an Uber in sight! Get some classic pics of the famous gondola boats.
  • Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!

FAQs

  • London: Travelling to (and through) the UK & Northern Ireland? You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)From January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes various modes of transportation such as ferry rides, private boat rides, and coach travel between cities.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, meals are included as specified in the itinerary, which includes breakfasts and some dinners.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    Accommodation is provided at various hotels and special stays throughout the tour, including places like Ibis Budget Amsterdam City South, Super 8 by Wyndham Hamburg Mitte, and Scandic Sydhaven.

  • Are guided tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, guided tours are included in various cities such as Berlin, Budapest, and Krakow.

  • What sightseeing activities are included in the tour?

    Sightseeing activities include visits to the White Cliffs of Dover, Auschwitz-Birkenau, and Lake Bled.

  • Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

    Yes, optional activities such as the A’DAM tower swing, canal cruises, and Pierogi making classes are available but not included in the tour package.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    No, travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • Are flights included in the tour package?

    No, flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included in the tour package.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.

Reviews of this operator

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Northern Choice plus Kaikoura

16-Jan-2023

The trip ran so smoothly and was well organised! The extra add ons were amazing and all the services were spot on. Food places were reasonable. I'm definitely booking my next contiki trip again soon!

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Sophie  

Exceptional customer service

14-Jan-2023

Contiki were exceptional in providing customer service. They provided me with lots of information and were quick in responding to all my questions. I found that they were super helpful.

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First time traveling with Contiki. Highly recommend! You’ll have a blast

17-Jan-2023

First time traveling internationally since Covid and glad I spent the trip with Contiki. The travel, lodging, meals, activities everything was planned effortlessly. Going to Greece in may with contiki. Highly recommend

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Trusted Customer  

Amazing trip. Made great friends and memories. Can’t wait for my next trip

15-Jan-2023

I had 24 people on my contiki and I think it was the perfect number, we all got to know each other well and got along great. Our tour guide was fun and knowledgeable, the hotels were nice and in great locations.

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Tanner Stokes  

My amazing trip to Africa

13-Jan-2023

Sherif was an excellent tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about every single small detail at each site that we visited. In addition to his great service, he has a glowing spirit that made me feel like I had family with me the entire trip. Anything that I was concerned about, he always had an answer and was there to help. I truly enjoyed my experience and will purchase a tour with him in the future

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