Guide

Expert Trip Manager and Local Guides

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14 nights in Hotel

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Train

Hygieneprotocol

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.

Meals

4 Dinner (D) 14 Breakfast (B)

Others

London: Meet your new gang of besties. After a few beers you’ll feel like you’ve known each other for decades. London: Follow your Trip Manager on a stroll around the UK capital to tick off some of the major sights. Just don’t forget to pack an umbrella for the famous (unpredictable) British weather. Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz). Paris: Looking for the perfect souvenir? After a guided tour, you’ll have the chance to craft a sumptuous scent of your own – with a local guide on hand to help. Amsterdam: We’ll head to the local Dutch Pancake House to end the day in style - chomping down on some satisfying savoury pancakes. It doesn’t get more classic Dutch than this... Berlin: Discover the history of 20th century Berlin with our Local Guide & get up close to notorious Third Reich spots. Get the low-down on Hitler’s last days at the site of his underground bunker & learn about Goebbels, the sinister spin doctor at the former Reich’s Propaganda Ministry. You’ll hear about East German communism before making a sobering visit to the Holocaust Memorial. Prague: Walk through the winding cobbled streets and head up into the fairytale-like Castle District for panoramic city views. Prague: Hang out with your Contiki fam and sample some classic Czech food and drink. Vienna: Boost your step count with a stroll around Vienna. See St Stephen’s Cathedral and the State Opera House as you go.

Not included:

Optional

East End Food Tour Glide around Paris on an E-scooter, touring the icons on two wheels with a local guide EUR 29.00 Paris Patisserie Tour EUR 22.00 Cabaret Dinner and Show Year Round From EUR 124.00 Captain your own electric boat along the canals of Amsterdam and explore the city at your own pace EUR 28.00 Gain exclusive access to the A’DAM Lookout Tower & Swing and get an enthralling view of the city EUR 15.00 Eat With Amsterdam EUR 43.00 Alternative Berlin (Summer Departures Only) EUR 26.00 Explore the cobbled streets of Prague on two wheels with a city bike tour (Summer Departures Only) EUR 23.50 Microbrewery Tour EUR 29.00 Explore the spectacular city of Vienna on two wheels with a Kick Bike tour EUR 34.00 Eat Schnitzels & take thrill rides at one of the world’s oldest theme parks, Prater in Vienna EUR 34.00 Learn how to make authentic Hungarian dishes and dine with the locals with an immersive cooking class EUR 43.50 Szechenyi Baths and Walking Tour EUR 32.00 Take in the beauty of Budapest as you cruise down the Danube River & dine on a feast EUR 43.00

Flights

Flights are not included.

Others

Other activities and services are not included.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Start London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Start London

Hello and welcome, train travellers! Our journey begins in the buzzing city of London. Exchange hellos with your crew before we head out to a local pub for a traditional British dinner. Cheers to our new adventure!
Day 2 Day 2: London
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: London

Morning! London is all yours today. First, we’ll head out for a tour of the city on foot. Then, London is yours to explore. How about posing with your fave celebs at the Madame Tussauds wax museum? Or seeing the Big Ben IRL? Or even checking out the skyline from the London Eye? There’s no getting bored here. This evening, you have the chance to join an East End food walking tour. Expect lip-smacking samples of the best international cuisine out there. What a night...
Day 3 Day 3: London To Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: London To Paris

Ta-ra, Thames. Time to hop on the Eurostar to Paris – after our buffet breakfast of course! An iconic train journey later, and we’re in Paris. With no time to waste, you’ll visit a Perfumery, where you’ll take a look around and even have the chance to craft a signature scent of your own. We’ll then get acquainted with the city’s ’ooh la la’ worthy sites with a free afternoon to see the icons and maybe check out some of Paris’s coolest neighbourhoods, think, Montmartre or Le Marais!
Day 4 Day 4: Paris
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Paris

Cuisine and cabaret day. We’ll start this morning with an optional patisserie walking tour, winding our way around the cutest cafes in Paris, sampling dreamy pastries as we go. Afterwards, you’ve got all day to explore (and check out everything you missed yesterday). Tonight, it’s off to a Parisian Cabaret Show, with a 3-course dinner and champagne to really switch on the sophistication.
Day 5 Day 5: Paris To Amsterdam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Paris To Amsterdam

Another day, another incredible European city... Dam That’s Preddy. Welcome to Amsterdam! This evening, we’ll head to a local pancake house to try a soft and savoury Dutch delicacy. Then? You’ve got some free time. The night is still young. And the inky canals are just waiting to be explored!
Day 6 Day 6: Amsterdam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Amsterdam

Rise and shine! First up, we’ll take to the canals for a truly unique boat tour. We’ll see Amsterdam through the eyes of refugees – hearing their stories as we gawk at the splendid views, you’re guaranteed to step off the boat with a whole new perspective on life. The rest of the day is all about exploration – from Rijksmuseum to the Heineken Factory. This evening, opt to get an exclusive entry pass to the A’Dam Tower and Swing, skipping the queues to enjoy epic views over the sprawling city below. Afterwards the night is yours to explore this vibrant city and experience its legendary nightlife.
Day 7 Day 7: Amsterdam To Berlin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Amsterdam To Berlin

You’ve been a blast, Amsterdam, but today we’re making tracks for our next adventure.Hello Berlin! After an included dinner underneath the famous TV Tower, the evening is yours to explore the city’s world-famous nightlife. The buzzing scene here is a joyous tribute to German reunification, and since the fall of the Berlin Wall the city has staked its claim as the techno capital of the world.
Day 8 Day 8: Berlin
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Berlin

2 walking tours today. This morning, take a historical walking tour, including a visit to the site of Hitler’s bunker. This evening, you’ll have the chance to explore Berlin’s oh-so-historical (and oh-so-hipster) Kreuzberg district and finish off with dinner.
Day 9 Day 9: Berlin To Prague
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Berlin To Prague

Berlin you’ve been a blast, but we’re making tracks for new adventures today, jumping on the train to Prague. Arriving in Prague, we’ll explore the cobblestones, cathedrals and castles on a walking tour, before refuelling with a traditional Czech dinner. Believe us when we say that the beer here is the best in Europe.
Day 10 Day 10: Prague
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Prague

Time to explore more of Prague - catch the tram to one of Prague’s outer neighbourhoods like hipster Vršovice, boasting art nouveau buildings, offbeat coffee haunts and streets lined with communal pianos. Prague is a paradise for beer lovers too, so don’t forget to check out some of the city’s coolest bars (of which there are many to choose from!). Or better yet, join a food tour where you’ll be shown some of the very best spots to eat.
Day 11 Day 11: Prague To Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Prague To Vienna

We’re jumping on another train today and making our way to Austria. Ah Vienna! We’ll kick things off in this grand capital with a walking tour and explore the opulent classical architecture and wide streets. Evenings can be spent like a local, watching the sun set over the Donaukanal at a gorgeous beach bar or a classic Viennese coffee house.
Day 12 Day 12: Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Vienna

Waking up in the stunning capital of Vienna, a city known for its coffee culture and baroque architecture, we’ll have plenty of adventures to pursue today before ending the day (if you choose) at Habibi & Hawara for a wholesome Make Travel Matter® dinner.
Day 13 Day 13: Vienna To Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Vienna To Budapest

Today we’re making our way to Hungary! Another scenic train ride will take us into the grandeur of Budapest. Tonight, something a bit different, as we have the option to escape the masses and cook dinner with the locals. This immersive, fully interactive experience will bring us closer than ever before to Hungary’s rich history and culinary culture.
Day 14 Day 14: Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Budapest

This morning choose to learn about the past & present of Hungarian history and culture culminating at Budapest’s most famous thermal baths - Széchenyi - enjoying the most traditional spa experience in the world. The water here is supplied by 2 thermal springs to make up the largest medicinal baths in Europe. Tonight we’ll enjoy the best way to experience the city’s flamboyant architecture, as we take a dreamy night time cruise down the Danube, getting to see all of Budapest’s historical buildings from the water as we enjoy a drink.
Day 15 Day 15: End Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: End Budapest

Today we say farewell to our Contiki family and our European adventure, but we’ll stay in touch, and we’ll no doubt be back soon enough.

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15 days tour

London To Budapest By Train (Winter, 15 Days)

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Itinerary of your trip London To Budapest By Train (Winter, 15 Days)

Day 1: Start London

Day 2: London

Day 3: London To Paris

Day 4: Paris

Day 5: Paris To Amsterdam

Day 6: Amsterdam

Day 7: Amsterdam To Berlin

Day 8: Berlin

Day 9: Berlin To Prague

Day 10: Prague

Day 11: Prague To Vienna

Day 12: Vienna

Day 13: Vienna To Budapest

Day 14: Budapest

Day 15: End Budapest

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