Rome to London Trail | Classic | Summer | 2025
Rome to London Trail | Classic | Summer | 2025
Rome to London Trail | Classic | Summer | 2025
8 Days Starting in Rome and ending in London
Visiting: Rome, Pisa, Florence, Swiss Alps, Paris, Calais, Dover, London
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CCRTMP20
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Activities:
Tour Overview
Limited budget to rock Europe but don't want to compromise? This trip hits up London, Rome & Paris plus ancient ruins & alpine views in 8 days. Starting in Rome for pizza & history, we'll parade through the breath-taking Alpine views of Switzerland and fall in love with romantic Paris, before arriving in the one-and-only city of London. On the way we'll take time to snap pictures of the Vatican, Tuscany, Florence, Swiss villages & Lake Como, laze around the Leaning Tower of Pisa, as well as attempting to devour snails & wash them down with French champagne. Europe, it's been real.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation: The Yellow (or similar)
Accommodation Name: The Yellow (or similar)
Buon giorno! Welcome to the Eternal City. Head out and explore some of the sights before tonight when you'll get a chance to meet your travel squad and plan your next epic week together!
Day 2: Rome To Florence Via Pisa
Location: Rome, Pisa, Florence
Accommodation: Hostel 7 Santi (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Hotel Mirage (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Lets hit the road as we have more of Italy to lust over… No trip around Europe is complete without seeing the world's most famous #AwkwardLean, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Once you've got that perfect snap of you holding the thing up like you're Arnold Schwarzenegger, we'll be on the fast-track to Florence. For those of you not familiar with the whole Florence deal, we have two words for you: it's heaven. Florence, the capital of Tuscany, is more proof that Italy has so many great places packed into one small region. Potter along the River Arno, be totally Tuscan with another drop of Chianti wine, and take in the beauty of the city and its protruding Duomo Cathedral. We have all day tomorrow to let the explorations continue.
Day 3: Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation: Hostel 7 Santi (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Hotel Mirage (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is a perfect balance of guided wisdom, food and free time to roam. Take the opportunity to explore streets bursting with heritage and delicious flavours as you explore the local markets and down some gelato.
Day 4: Florence To Swiss Alps
Location: Florence, Swiss Alps
Accommodation: Adventure Hostel Interlaken (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Adventure Hostel Interlaken (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hopefully by now you are head to toe in fresh leather, you've eaten your bodyweight in antipasto, and you're feeling fresh as a daisy and ready to farewell Florence. No trip around Europe is complete without seeing the world's most famous #AwkwardLean, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Once you've got that perfect snap of you holding the thing up like you're Arnold Schwarzenegger, we'll be on the fast-track to the Swiss Alps. Bunking down amid fairytale snowcapped mountains tonight shows how far we've come since golden Florence this morning, and that right there is the magic of Europe. Tomorrow we'll set out to explore this magical land of cheese, chocolate and watches.
Day 5: Swiss Alps
Location: Swiss Alps
Accommodation: Adventure Hostel Interlaken (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Adventure Hostel Interlaken (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Open the window of your room & drink in the incredible view - if you can find words or photos that do it justice, we applaud you! If you're feeling audacious, opt to take a trip to a Swiss mountain with your travel crew, or feel free to explore this classic European adventure town.
Day 6: Swiss Alps To Paris
Location: Swiss Alps, Paris
Accommodation: Jo&Joe (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Out with the altitude, in with the inner-city Parisian bliss. Once we've crossed the border out of Switzerland we will be coasting through the pretty wine producing region of Burgundy before our arrival in Paris. We'll reach Paris and enjoy an included dinner before a chance to explore the glittering city of lights.
Day 7: Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation: Jo&Joe (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Stock up on perfume at the Fragonard Perfumery. Especially given the greatly discounted prices and authenticity of buying in France. Later you can moan over haute couture you can't afford, admire the Notre Dame Cathedral whilst juggling coffee and crêpes, & get artsy at the many rooms of the Louvre. Just don't wear yourself out, you will probably want to get involved with dinner and a cabaret show. With your last night looming, make it one to remember in the city of lights.
Day 8: Paris To London
Location: Paris, Calais, Dover, London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Soak up your last dose of Paris and feel the astonishment of how much you've seen on this trip. And how close you've grown to your loved-up Contiki collective. What a journey, if you've chosen to end your trip on arrival in London say a fond farewell to the remainder of your group as you wrap up the journey on arrival.
What's Included
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Meals
The tour includes 7 breakfasts and 1 dinner.
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Pisa Experience
Your ultimate chance to 'hold the tower up' as you pose for that classic Insta snap.
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Paris Tour
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.
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Paris Perfume Experience
Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house.
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Organized Transportation
Enjoy the convenience of organized transportation from Rome to London with stops in Florence, the Swiss Alps, and Paris.
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Accommodation
Stay in a variety of accommodations including The Yellow in Rome, Hotel Mirage in Florence, Adventure Hostel Interlaken in the Swiss Alps, and Jo&Joe Gentilly in Paris.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Transportation to Start Location
Transportation to the starting location in Rome is not included.
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Transportation from End Location
Transportation from the end location in London is not included.
Dining Summary
7 Breakfast (B)1 Dinner (D)
Included Experience
Pisa: Your ultimate chance to ‘hold the tower up’ as you pose for that classic Insta snap.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.Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
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.London: Can I share a room with my partner on this trip? 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.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodations can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in a variety of accommodations including The Yellow in Rome, Hotel Mirage in Florence, Adventure Hostel Interlaken in the Swiss Alps, and Jo&Joe Gentilly in Paris. These accommodations offer a mix of comfort and adventure throughout your journey.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour includes 7 breakfasts and 1 dinner. Additional meals are not included, so you may want to budget for other meals during the trip.
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What activities are included in the tour?
Included activities are a visit to the Leaning Tower of Pisa for a classic photo opportunity, a tour of Paris with visits to landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral, and a perfume-making experience at a Parisian perfume house.
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Is transportation to and from the tour locations included?
Transportation to the starting location in Rome and from the end location in London is not included. However, organized transportation is provided during the tour from Rome to London with stops in Florence, the Swiss Alps, and Paris.
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What should I know about room sharing during the tour?
On this trip, you will stay in a multi-share room with other travelers of the same sex. Your Trip Manager will advise you on who you’ll share your room with.
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Do I need any special documentation to travel to the UK?
From January 8, 2025, UK law requires that if you’re entering or transiting through the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, you’ll need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before you travel.
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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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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
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