London to Vienna Trail | Start London | Classic | Summer | 2025
London to Vienna Trail | Start London | Classic | Summer | 2025
London to Vienna Trail | Start London | Classic | Summer | 2025
8 Days Starting in London, England and ending in Vienna, Austria
Visiting: Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague, Vienna
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CCLVMP20
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey from London to Vienna, exploring the heart of Europe in summer 2025. This classic tour takes you through seven captivating countries, including England, France, Holland, Germany, the Czech Republic, and Austria. Begin your adventure with the iconic White Cliffs of Dover before crossing into France and heading to the vibrant city of Amsterdam. Discover Berlin's rich history and nightlife, marvel at Dresden's Baroque architecture, and wander through Prague's enchanting streets. Experience the eerie beauty of Kutna Hora's Sedlec Ossuary and conclude your journey with a scenic drive through Vienna, taking in St Stephen's Cathedral and the State Opera House. With 7 breakfasts and 3 dinners included, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and culinary delights, ensuring an enriching European experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: London To Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Via Hostel Amsterdam (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 via Belgium before reaching...Amsterdam! Tonight, after an included dinner and a panoramic view of Amsterdam, the fun-famed Amsterdam is yours to explore in all its glory.
Day 2: Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation: Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Via Hostel Amsterdam (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.
Day 3: Amsterdam To Berlin
Location: Berlin
Accommodation: Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Amsterdam, it's been lovely, but today's agenda is onto the autobahn and on the fast-track to uber-cool 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 start them off with a driving tour. After that, you're free to explore, and maybe even sample some of that legendary nightlife for yourself...
Day 4: Berlin
Location: Berlin
Accommodation: Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Get into the mood of exploration with a historical walking tour where you'll discover 20th century Berlin (including Hitler's underground bunker & the Holocaust Memorial) with our local guide. Berlin has so much to offer the hungry traveller, from the obvious icons like Checkpoint Charlie to all the obscurities tucked away in the side streets. This evening we’ll embark on an Alternative Berlin walking tour, taking us to all the city’s hipster haunts.
Day 5: Berlin To Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation: Plus Prague (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Plus Prague (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
"More city hangs" you'll all scream in unison as we motor out of Berlin, high on life & still wanting more. Since you asked so nicely, let us present you with Prague, the darling of Europe. A drive from Berlin to Prague would not be complete without stopping in Dresden. Destroyed by World War II, the rebuilt town is now a symbol of resilience, soaked in the rebirthed beauty of an Opera house, the domed Frauenkirche, & the Royal Residence. On arrival in the compact & lovable city of Prague, we'll get out and go exploring, seeing castles and cathedrals and learning of Bohemian Kings and gothic history.
Day 6: Prague
Location: Prague
Accommodation: Plus Prague (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Plus Prague (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
With a full day to loiter, expect an entire photo album of Gothic architecture, market antiques & you cheers-ing beer; not to mention life! Tonight, you could see yourself spending the evening indulging in traditional Czech cuisine while admiring the local folklore dancers as the sun goes down on the 'City of a Hundred Spires'.
Day 7: Prague To Vienna
Location: Vienna
Accommodation: JO&JOE Vienna (or similar)
Accommodation Name: JO&JOE Vienna (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we exchange the Czech Republic for Austria, waving goodbye to pretty Prague knowing that cultured Vienna is coming right up. Before Vienna we'll be stopping in the Bohemian city of Kutna Hora, remembering that Bohemia is the name of the place and not a nod to the fashion sense of the people that live there. Make the local Sedlec Ossuary chapel a high priority, it's decked out and furnished in the bones of over 40,000 ... humans. Eeep! Austria, we have arrived! It's time for a Habibi & Hawara dinner, followed by a classic night out in one of the city’s imperial palaces (both totally optional, should you prefer to spend your evening relaxing in style.)
Day 8: End Vienna
Location: Vienna
Meals Included: Breakfast
Let's delay the inevitable goodbyes as long as we can. Enjoying a leisurely breakfast and taking some time to continue exploring Vienna should do the trick. Then at about lunch time things will start wrapping up - we'll talk shock about how much we've done in just over a week, and wish to the travel gods we could do it all again - 8 times over.
What's Included
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Meals
The tour includes 3 dinners and 7 breakfasts.
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Dover Experience
See the iconic chalk-white coastline of Dover.
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Berlin Experience
Visit the longest open-air gallery in the world and see Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, the Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate, and the historic Reichstag building.
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Dresden Experience
See the Baroque architecture that was rebuilt after the WWII bombings, including the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House, and Frauenkirche.
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Prague Experience
Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views. See Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square, Old Town Square, and the Astronomical Clock.
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Kutna Hora Experience
Explore the quaint town of Kutná Hora with free time. Visit the Sedlec Ossuary Chapel, decorated with 40,000 human skeletons (additional cost applies).
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Vienna Experience
Enjoy a scenic drive along the historic Ring Road of Vienna, seeing St Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera House.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Certain activities such as the Habibi & Hawara dinner and a night out in one of Vienna’s imperial palaces are optional and not included in the tour price.
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Sedlec Ossuary Chapel Entry
Entry to the Sedlec Ossuary Chapel in Kutná Hora is not included and requires an additional cost.
Dining Summary
- 3 Dinner (D)
- 7 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Dover: See the iconic chalk-white coastline. So special that it’s had songs dedicated to it.
- Berlin: Heads up culture vultures. Here’s your chance to check out the longest open-air gallery in the world.
- Berlin: Get your culture on. It’s time to see Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, the Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate and the historic Reichstag building.
- Dresden: See the Baroque architecture that was rebuilt after the WWII bombings. Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House and Frauenkirche.
- Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views.
- Prague: Charles Bridge. Wenceslas Square. Old Town Square. The Astronomical Clock. See them all IRL in this whimsical city.
- Kutna Hora: We’ll have some free time to explore the quaint town of Kutná Hora. Looking for an experience you’ll feel in your bones? Don’t miss your chance to check out the local Sedlec Ossuary Chapel – decorated on the inside with 40,000 human skeletons (additional cost applies).
- Vienna: Buckle up for a scenic drive along the historic Ring Road of Vienna. See St Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera House as you go.
Mode of Transport
Travel from London to Vienna via a scenic route, including a ferry crossing from Dover to Calais, and enjoy comfortable coach rides through Belgium, Germany, Czech Republic, and Austria, with stops in major cities like Amsterdam, Berlin, and Prague.
Accommodation
Stay in comfortable and modern hostels such as Via Hostel Amsterdam, Generator Alexanderplatz in Berlin, Plus Prague, and JO&JOE Vienna, offering a friendly atmosphere and convenient locations for exploring each city.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of activities can I expect in Berlin during the tour?
In Berlin, you will have the opportunity to explore the city through a historical walking tour, which includes sites like Hitler's underground bunker and the Holocaust Memorial. Additionally, there is an Alternative Berlin walking tour that takes you to the city's hipster haunts.
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What unique experience is offered in Kutna Hora?
In Kutna Hora, you will have free time to explore the town, and you can visit the Sedlec Ossuary Chapel, which is uniquely decorated with the bones of over 40,000 humans. This experience is available at an additional cost.
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What can I do in Prague during the tour?
In Prague, you can explore the city's Gothic architecture, visit markets, and enjoy traditional Czech cuisine. You will also have the chance to see the Castle District, Charles Bridge, Wenceslas Square, Old Town Square, and the Astronomical Clock.
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What is the final day of the tour like in Vienna?
On the final day in Vienna, you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast and continue exploring the city before the tour wraps up around lunchtime. It's a time to reflect on the experiences and wish you could do it all over again.
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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.
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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.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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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.
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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.
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Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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