Rome to London Quest | Hotels | Winter | 2027/2028 - From £855

Europe Italy
OVERVIEW
East meets West on this 10 day trip through the distinctly cool, modern vibes & rich history of Europe's capital cities and lesser-known gems. From the one & only Berlin alongside Prague, Amsterdam, Salzburg, Verona, Venice, Rome & more, we’ll flutter from tasting locally-distilled schnaps at an alpine farm, to personal guided tours through royal castles, to private cruises along the iconic canals & islands of Venice, to nights out in eclectic clubs filled with hipster locals, staying in centrally located hostels all the way.
EXPERIENCES
Amsterdam: Dive into the vibrant world of STRAAT, Amsterdam's street art and graffiti museum. You'll see artworks (showcasing the epic untold stories and hidden meanings) from over 180 global artists housed in a massive warehouse.

Berlin: Discover the history of 20th century Berlin and the notorious Third Reich spots. Learn about Hitler's last days at the site of his underground bunker & about Goebbels, the sinister spin doctor at the former Reich's Propaganda Ministry. You'll hear about East German communism before a sobering visit to the Holocaust Memorial.

Berlin: Get your culture on. It’s time to see Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, the Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate and the historic Reichstag building. 

Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site: Take a somber but impactful visit to the site of a World War II concentration camp in Munich. 

Salzburg: Marvel at one of Europe's largest medieval castles, perched high on the hill over Salzburg. Like something out of the Sound of Music.

Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.

Verona: This is the address behind the legendary love story. Visit Juliet’s House and see the spot that turned Verona into a global icon.
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25/10/2027 03/11/2027 £1,385   Book
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27/12/2027 05/01/2028 £1,385   Book
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14/02/2028 23/02/2028 £1,385   Book
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ITINERARY

Good Morning - meet up with your Trip Manager this morning as you get an early start and meet up with your Contiki Squad who your going to be hanging out with for the upcoming days. First up we have to say Arrivederci Roma. No doubt packed full of pizza, pasta and gelato, we say a fond farewell, knowing that another Italian icon is just around the corner…Verona!  In fair Verona, where we lay our scene, a posse of travellers, all alike in excitement, check out the place that inspired Romeo & Juliet, yes, the very same balcony. One for the romantics of the group. We'll also check out the Roman Arena where other love stories were told. Kudos to the cats of decades gone by who constructed this lagoon fairytale. The 118 islands of Venice are yours to explore. Boats, bridges, gondolas; your heart is going to pound. Relax tonight knowing we have all day tomorrow to cruise canals & explore pretty streets. Just another day in the traveller's life.

Wake-up sleeping beauties! Venice is yours for the entirety of this glorious Italian day. We'll be jumping aboard our own private boat and hitting the canals en route to the historical heart of the city. An optional food tour and a gondola ride are up for grabs, or you can always choose to get lost on your own and see where the maze takes you.

That's it for our stint in Italy. Gelato, pizza, historical monuments, coastlines, gondolas; you have all been wonderful! Onwards and geographically upwards - it's time for the mountain ranges that made the Sound of Music famous. Also home to Mozart, you can be pretty certain this place knows a beat. Today we'll also see the largest preserved fortress in Central Europe - Hohensalzburg - and have the chance to visit a local farm and enjoy an authentic Austrian Dinner prepared by our hosts.

With no time to waste, we'll journey on to Germany this morning. Before we arrive in Munich, we'll make a stop at Dachau for a sobering visit to the Dachau concentration camp memorial. You'll be able to spend some time here to learn and reflect, before we head on to the next spot. Bavarian culture, a famous Glockenspiel and charm aplenty. Munich doesn't just turn it on during Oktoberfest! Explore peaceful gardens or head over to a legendary beer hall.

Munich's all yours to explore today. Wanna see the city's best sights with a local? There's an optional bike tour up for grabs.

So long, Munich - we’re heading east with a quick stop in a city that’s big on history (and charm).Known for legendary composers and striking monuments, you’ve got the afternoon to grab a bite and explore. Then it’s back on the road...Hello, Berlin. We’ll hit the ground running with a tour of the city’s top sights, then keep the good times rolling tonight.

Leap out of bed knowing Berlin is ready and waiting to be explored. You can opt to discover Berlin's restless past on a historical walking tour including Checkpoint Charlie and the site of Hitler's bunker. Or choose an alternative walking tour to see the street art and counter-culture that tourists often miss. The nightlife is also yours for the taking, so this is your chance to scope out some of the underground raves or cocktail-lounge-in-the-basement scenarios that make this city a world famous party spot.

We’ll journey out of Germany today and travel through the gloriously flat Netherlands with Amsterdam in our sights. Whatever eclectic fantasies you have about Amsterdam, the real life version will impress you more. You can start your exploration of this city with a delicious included dinner. Later, choose to join us at a comedy show. The fun doesn't stop, knowing there’s plenty of nightlife to keep you going until the early hours.

Opportunities in Amsterdam are infinite & the day is yours to explore one of the world’s most unique cities. Street art and graffiti lovers have the chance to visit the STRAAT Museum. Then, the final night on trip together culminates with a chance to join a farewell dinner at the beautiful fishing village of Volendam & an opportunity to cruise the famous canals and revel under the city lights.

Get your tissues ready, it's time to say goodbye to your new Contiki family. We'll escort you to Schiphol Airport by about 10am.For those not leaving us until London, we'll travel south to Calais.This afternoon we cross from France to England......and then back to London-town, where you'll be left to start dreaming up your next big adventure.
ACCOMMODATION
DAY 1: Hotel San Giuliano (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 2: Hotel Riviera dei Dogi (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3: B&B Sud Salzburg (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4: Holiday Inn Express Munich City West (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 5: Holiday Inn Express Munich City West (or similar) - Meals:
DAY 6: Holiday Inn Berlin West (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7: Holiday Inn Berlin West (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8: Ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9: Ibis Schiphol Amsterdam Airport (or similar) - Meals: Breakfast
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