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European Horizon | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Summer 2026

European Horizon | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Summer 2026

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~~$2125~~

$1593

European Horizon | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Summer 2026

10 Days Starting in Amsterdam and ending in London

Visiting: London, Dover, Calais, Amsterdam, Sankt Goar, Dinkelsbühl, Munich, Innsbruck, Venice, Interlaken, Paris

Tour operator:

Contiki

Tour code:

CCEHE26

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

18-35

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Europe Coach Tours (departing UK)

From: $2125 $1593 Operator discount: -$532 -25%

NB: Prices correct on 07-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Short on time but want to see Europe’s snazziest sights? In 10 days, we'll prove that adventures don’t need to be long to be absolutely EPIC. Discover the canals of Amsterdam and Venice, the magic of Munich, the remote beauty of the Swiss Alps, the unique charm of Paris and more with a squad of like-minded 18-35s.

Highlights

See the iconic chalk-white coastline of Dover.
Take in the breath-taking scenery of the River Rhine in Sankt Goar.
Drive along Germany's most scenic route, Romantische Straße, through Dinkelsbuhl.
Explore the picturesque and historic city of Innsbruck.
Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Take a dreamy jaunt around Paris, visiting landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Itinerary

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Day 1: London To Amsterdam

Location: London, Dover, Calais, Amsterdam

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 through Belgium before reaching...Amsterdam! Tonight, the famed-for-fun Amsterdam is ours to explore. First fill up on your included group dinner, then an undisguised Red Light District & plenty of bars are there for the curious.

Day 2: Amsterdam

Location: Amsterdam

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. This afternoon use your time to get local, bar hop, museum crawl, and see what other tastes take your fancy, this town is famous for pancakes, frites and so much more.

Day 3: Amsterdam To Rhine Valley

Location: Amsterdam, Sankt Goar

Accommodation Name: Hotel Montag Sankt Goar (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Now it's time to pour some sunlight on the agenda & take in the beauty of canals, crooked buildings, obscure museums & a café culture like no other. After the scenic journey of fairy tale castles, vineyards and valleys, you'll be charmed before we even arrive in Germany's famous Rhine Valley. This back-in-time town is our wine tasting host for the evening. Squeal!!!

Day 4: Rhine Valley To Munich Via Dinkelsbühl

Location: Sankt Goar, Dinkelsbühl, Munich

Accommodation Name: Bento Inn Munich Messe (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Saying goodbye to the Rhine Valley, we'll head on to Munich – where lederhosen, dirndls, steins of beer and gingerbread-style buildings await. But not before we explore a Bavarian hidden gem! Quintessential German experiences don't get much better than visiting this charming medieval town. We'll stroll the cobblestoned streets, checking out vibrant market squares and picturesque half-timbered houses along the way. Today our eyes will be treated to a famous Glockenspiel, a charming old town & a traditional Bavarian culture. But first, take up the option to explore the side streets and English Gardens by bicycle.

Day 5: Munich To Venice

Location: Munich, Innsbruck, Venice

Accommodation Name: Anda Venice Hostel (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

'Auf Wiedersehen' Munich, we're off to tick more countries off our list. This morning we'll climb aboard our coach ready for a scenic roll through the Bavarian Alps, past fairytale castles and rambling vineyards, en route to Austria. Drive through Austria without getting out to say hello? Never! We'll pull into Innsbruck for lunch, a laid-back student city made famous by a medieval old town, an old Olympic Ski Jump & a Royal Palace. Ah, Venice! Fresh pasta, lilting accents & romantic architecture - we've arrived in one of Italy's most famous cities. Tonight we'll relax here, knowing we have all day tomorrow to cruise canals & explore picturesque cobbled streets.

Day 6: Venice

Location: Venice

Accommodation Name: Anda Venice Hostel (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Buongiorno! Venice is ours for a full and glorious Italian day. We'll start exploring The Floating City by jumping aboard our own private motoscafo boat and cruising the canals en route to the historical heart of the city. Next, you have the chance to discover hidden Venice with a guided walking tour, take a traditional gondola ride, or just explore these cobbled streets on your own. Tonight, you can choose to sign up for an authentic Venetian 3-course feast.

Day 7: Venice To Interlaken

Location: Venice, Interlaken

Accommodation Name: Youth Hostel Interlaken (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

With a few days left, it's time to say 'ciao' to our time in Venice. We'll never forget you, city of canals and beauty, but Switzerland is calling us. Back on our coach we'll pass Lake Como as we cruise out of Italy and head onwards and upwards toward the Swiss Alps. We've got a free evening right in the middle of two ethereal emerald lakes (hence the name!). Dense forests. Alpine meadows. Icy glaciers. There's plenty of time to soak up the idyllic scenery.

Day 8: Interlaken To Paris

Location: Interlaken, Paris

Accommodation Name: Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

It's been sweet, but our time in Interlaken is up this morning. We're Paris-bound! Out with the altitude, in with the inner-city Parisian bliss. We'll jump back onto our coach to cross the border out of Switzerland and (back) into France. After coasting through the pretty wine producing region of Burgundy, we'll arrive in the City of Lights. Lamp-lit bridges, a sparkling Eiffel Tower, & evening coffee haunts, this evening we'll fall in love with everything Paris on a dreamy night-time tour. Is it just us, or is love in the air?

Day 9: Paris

Location: Paris

Accommodation Name: Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Pastries, paintings, perfume - Paris is yours! We'll take you to the glamorous Fragonard perfumery, then the time is yours to roam tree-lined quarters, see Notre Dame Cathedral, or get arty in the galleries of the Louvre. It's our last night together - make it count with an optional Parisian Dinner followed by a cabaret show!

Day 10: Paris To London

Location: Paris, Calais, Dover, London

Meals Included: Breakfast

Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end.

What's Included

Meals

4 dinners and 9 breakfasts are included.
Accommodation

Accommodation in multi-share rooms with other travelers of the same sex.
Transportation

Coach transfers between destinations.
Ferry Ride

Ferry ride from Dover to Calais.
Wine Tasting

Wine tasting in Germany's famous Rhine Valley.
Private Boat Ride

Private motoscaffo boat ride in Venice.
Night-time Tour

Night-time tour of Paris.
Complimentary Transfer

Complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London at the end of the trip.
Transport Description

Travel in style and comfort with coach transfers between destinations, including scenic journeys through the Bavarian Alps and along the Rhine Valley, as well as a private motoscaffo boat ride in Venice.
Accommodation Description

Stay in comfortable and sociable hostels such as Via Hostel Amsterdam, Hotel Montag Sankt Goar, Bento Inn Munich Messe, Anda Venice Hostel, Youth Hostel Interlaken, and Jo&Joe Gentilly, offering a mix of shared and private rooms to suit your preferences.

What's Not Included

Non-included Attractions

Tickets for non-included attractions in Amsterdam are not included.
Optional Activities

Optional activities such as guided walking tours, gondola rides, and Parisian dinners are not included.
Personal Expenses

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

Travel insurance is not included.
Visas and Travel Documents

Visas and other travel documents are not included.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style and comfort with coach transfers between destinations, including scenic journeys through the Bavarian Alps and along the Rhine Valley, as well as a private motoscaffo boat ride in Venice.

Accommodation

Stay in comfortable and sociable hostels such as Via Hostel Amsterdam, Hotel Montag Sankt Goar, Bento Inn Munich Messe, Anda Venice Hostel, Youth Hostel Interlaken, and Jo&Joe Gentilly, offering a mix of shared and private rooms to suit your preferences.

Dining Summary

4 Dinner (D)
9 Breakfast (B)

Culture

Dinkelsbuhl: Seatbelts on! Today we're driving along 'Romantische Straße' AKA Germany's most scenic route, winding through picturesque medieval towns, fairy-tale castles, and breathtaking landscapes.
Innsbruck: Snow-capped peaks. Pristine air. Chocolate-box buildings. Innsbruck is the answer to all of your Alpine travel wishes.
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.

FAQs

London: What currency do I need? For this trip, you’ll need just three currencies - the British Pound, Swiss Franc and Euro.
London: Can I share a room with my partner on this trip? Usually, your trip manager will advise you on who you’ll share your room with. On this trip, you’ll stay in a multi-share room with other travellers of the same sex.
London: How do I know when to book tickets for non-included attractions in Amsterdam? This trip includes plenty of interesting Free Time Add-Ons in Amsterdam. So if you’re planning to do any other activity, and looking to book in advance - it’s best to book your tickets between 12-3PM. Of course, you can always book any other time (we’re all about freedom to explore!). But make sure you don’t miss the other activities, or a coach transfer to the accommodation!

Included Experience

Dover: See the iconic chalk-white coastline. So special that it’s had songs dedicated to it.
Sankt Goar: Take in the breath-taking scenery of the River Rhine.
Lorelei: It’s the stuff of legends. Literally. A singing mermaid named Lorelei is said to sit on the rock, enchanting fishermen before luring them to their demise. Eek!
Dinkelsbuhl: Seatbelts on! Today we're driving along 'Romantische Straße' AKA Germany's most scenic route, winding through picturesque medieval towns, fairy-tale castles, and breathtaking landscapes.
Innsbruck: Snow-capped peaks. Pristine air. Chocolate-box buildings. Innsbruck is the answer to all of your Alpine travel wishes.
Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
Paris: Take a dreamy jaunt around the city of romance. Fall in love with landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées and Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Check out our Q&As

What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour provides accommodation in comfortable and sociable hostels such as Via Hostel Amsterdam, Hotel Montag Sankt Goar, Bento Inn Munich Messe, Anda Venice Hostel, Youth Hostel Interlaken, and Jo&Joe Gentilly. These hostels offer a mix of shared and private rooms to suit your preferences.
What meals are included in the tour package?

The tour package includes 4 dinners and 9 breakfasts.
What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

The tour uses coach transfers between destinations, including scenic journeys through the Bavarian Alps and along the Rhine Valley. Additionally, there is a private motoscaffo boat ride in Venice and a ferry ride from Dover to Calais.
Are there any optional activities available during the tour?

Yes, there are optional activities such as guided walking tours, gondola rides, and Parisian dinners that are not included in the tour package.
Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package.

What is the complimentary transfer at the end of the trip?

At the end of the trip, there is a complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London.
What kind of activities can I expect in Venice?

In Venice, you will start by exploring the city with a private motoscaffo boat ride. You have the option to discover hidden Venice with a guided walking tour, take a traditional gondola ride, or explore the cobbled streets on your own. There is also an option to sign up for an authentic Venetian 3-course feast.
What highlights can I expect to see in Paris?

In Paris, you will visit landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. You will also have a night-time tour of Paris and a visit to the glamorous Fragonard perfumery.
Is there any wine tasting included in the tour?

Yes, there is a wine tasting session included in Germany's famous Rhine Valley.
What are some of the scenic routes and locations covered during the tour?

The tour covers scenic routes such as the Romantische Straße in Germany, the Bavarian Alps, and the Rhine Valley. You will also visit picturesque locations like the White Cliffs of Dover, the medieval town of Dinkelsbühl, and the city of Innsbruck.
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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