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All guests travelling with Contiki through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. For guests travelling with Contiki from 1 January 2023, Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended, but no longer required. Please note that regardless of time of travel guests will need to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destination visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than above. It is guests’ responsibility to ensure that they comply at all times with these requirements. No refunds will be given if guests are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to their failure to comply with these requirements.

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French Riviera: Glide through the winding coastal roads of the French Riviera with your Contiki crew. Monaco City: Walk in the footsteps of Grace Kelly at the Royal Palace and see the Monte Carlo Casino (where the car park looks like a Fast & Furious set). Cinque Terre National Park: We’ll take care of your rail pass, so you can just zip around the iconic clifftop villages and focus on the Insta stories. Pisa: Your ultimate chance to ‘hold the tower up’ as you pose for that classic Insta snap. Amalfi Coast: Definitely one for the bucket list. Your chance to view one of Europe’s active volcanoes from a distance. Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!

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2 Dinner (D) 8 Breakfast (B)

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7 nights in Hostels, 1 night in Hotel

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International flights are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Barcelona To French Riviera
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Barcelona To French Riviera

Good morning travellers, rise and shine! Meet up with your Trip Manager this morning and your new Contiki Squad today as we say farewell to the home of Gaudi, sangria and year-round sunshine! You’re not a real celebrity until you’ve frolicked on the French Riviera, and who are we to keep you off the A-List? Sapphire waters & endless glamour await on this glitzy coastline, with an included dinner to kick things off.
Day 2 Day 2: French Riviera
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: French Riviera

Missing an opportunity to see this part of the world up close and personal would be criminal. Speaking of things you shouldn’t miss, this region is famous for lavender honey, aioli & rosé wine; all 3 in one meal should be your mission. Please tell us you didn’t throw away all of your pennies on perfume today? Because you’re going to want a few spare coins tonight so you can play fancy. We’re visiting the Monte Carlo Casino & the Royal Palace in Monaco. After a night on the blackjack table it’s back to the coast and to bed, the next part of the adventure starts tomorrow.
Day 3 Day 3: French Riviera To Cinque Terre
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: French Riviera To Cinque Terre

Having exhausted all our hilarious Nice puns, we’ll head south in search of the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Cinque Terre. Welcome to Cinque Terre, the sexiest collection of fishing villages on the planet. Armed with your rail pass, spend the day absorbing the dramatic beauty of this place, but we suggest you get out for a hike, a food crawl, some vino or all of the above.
Day 4 Day 4: Cinque Terre To Florence
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Cinque Terre To Florence

Have an extra coffee before we make tracks this morning, the extra energy hit will serve you well as we’re gallivanting around Italy swooping from one wow moment to another. As if we were going to leg it to Florence without a sneaky side trip to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Depriving you of the chance to perfect the holding-up-the-tower shot would be down right criminal. Explore the city’s markets complete with gelato in hand; marvel at artworks from the likes of legends like Michelangelo; and be impressed by the skilful art of leather at an included demonstration. These are the sorts of activities likely to fill your Florence agenda.
Day 5 Day 5: Florence To Sorrento
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Florence To Sorrento

After farewell-ing Florence this morning we will journey along the boot of Italy until we reach the globally adored town of Sorrento for some blissed out coast hangs. "So so so so in love with Sorrento" are about the only words you’ll muster up tonight as you sit seaside watching the sunset in this town of beauty.
Day 6 Day 6: Sorrento
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Sorrento

It simply wouldn’t be a trip to Sorrento without a side note to... We’ll take a scenic drive along the Amalfi coast today, stopping off in Amalfi town to admire the castles and coastal views. Next up, you’ll have the unique opportunity to visit a Lemon Farm and learn all about how your fav limoncello is made. Back in Sorrento, we’ll stroll along the plunging cliffs, explore the impossibly pretty historical centre and taste some local gnocchi.
Day 7 Day 7: Sorrento To Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Sorrento To Rome

Another glorious Italian day awaits us. Iconic sites and ancient history will keep our jaws at floor level until our heads hit our pillows. After less than an hour gazing lovingly out of our windows at the Amalfi Coast, it will be time for a stop. Here in the ancient city of Pompeii you will have the chance to partake in a guided walking tour taking in Roman city remains. Today’s roadtrip beauty is never-ending as we take in the volcanic beauty of Mt. Vesuvius en route to Rome. On arrival in the open time capsule that is Italy’s capital, your Trip Manager will get you straight into the sightseeing. The Roman Forum and Colosseum can both be ticked off your list should you be in the mood for a little history.
Day 8 Day 8: Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Rome

Rome wasn’t built in a day - so get up and get going early to make the most of this ancient city an hit the streets for your own discoveries. Snap pink azaleas by the Colosseum, throw coins in fountains and sip espresso in a pretty street watching Italian life float by.
Day 9 Day 9: End Rome
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: End Rome

The best 2 weeks of your life has come to an end - you have our complete sympathy. If anyone understands the pain of ended travels, it’s us (and your new Contiki collective). Hug it out after breakfast & make plans to reunite outside of Rome.

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Barcelona To Rome Quest (Winter, 9 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip Barcelona To Rome Quest (Winter, 9 Days)

Day 1: Barcelona To French Riviera

Day 2: French Riviera

Day 3: French Riviera To Cinque Terre

Day 4: Cinque Terre To Florence

Day 5: Florence To Sorrento

Day 6: Sorrento

Day 7: Sorrento To Rome

Day 8: Rome

Day 9: End Rome

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