Day 1: London to Amsterdam: A warm welcome from your Contiki Crew as we head for the White Cliffs of Dover and the Channel crossing to France. We travel through Belgium and into The Netherlands. After dinner a chance to explore this unique city and its amazing nightlife. (D)
Day 2: Amsterdam Sightseeing: Visit the cheese village of Edam on a bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside. Uncover another facet of Dutch culture with a visit to a diamond exhibition and spend your free time wandering along the canals, shopping or visiting famous museums such as the Van Gogh Musuem and Anne Frank's House. (B)
Day 3: Amsterdam to Berlin: This morning we head east and continue to Berlin, the cultural capital city of Germany. You'll have your first glimpse the Berlin Wall and maybe sample the great nightlife of this vibrant city. (B,D)
Day 4: Berlin Sightseeing: A full day's sight-seeing including the remains of the Berlin Wall, the Russian War Memorial and the Brandenburg Gate. An opportunity to visit the "Checkpoint Charlie" museum. Tonight, why not head for town, mix with the locals and try some traditional fare? (B)
Day 5: Berlin to Prague: Driving south through Germany we head into the Czech Republic for two nights in Prague, the golden city built on Seven Hills across the River Vltava. (B,D)
Day 6: Prague Sightseeing: This morning's sightseeing tour includes Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral of St Vitus and Wenceslas Square. Then time to explore the Jewish Quarter. (B)
Day 7: Prague to Munich: We skip back to Germany and Bavaria's lively capital Munich - home to the Oktoberfest. Enjoy some of the sights and sounds of the city and perhaps experience the atmosphere of a local beerhall. (B)
Day 8: Munich Sightseeing: A relaxing day where you can explore the shops and museums or join us on a bike ride around the famous sights. (B,D)
Day 9: Munich to Venice: Today we travel south through Austria and the astonishing beauty of the Brenner Pass to cross the border into Italy. Tonight we stay on the mainland of Venice. (B,D)
Day 10: Venice Sightseeing: A short boat ride takes us into the historical centre of Venice to see St Mark's Square, the Bridge of Sighs and the Doges' Palace. Ample time to wander the bustling streets, see the skill required to create local crafts such as Venetian glass and fine lace and visit one of the many amazing musuems. Why not treat yourself to a gondola ride and evening meal with your fellow travellers as a perfect end to your Venetian experience? (B)
Day 11: Venice to Rome: Past medieval hillside villages and through the Appennine Mountains, we travel south to the fabled Seven Hills of Rome. Do as the Romans do and stroll past the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. Later be delighted by your first glimpse of the Colosseum on our sightseeing tour. (B)
Day 12: Rome Sightseeing: Ancient and modern Rome awaits your discovery. Why not start your day with a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel? In your free time explore the Forum of Imperial Rome, search for Gladiators at the Colosseum, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two). (B,D)
Day 13: Rome to Florence: Today we travel North and visit San Gimignano - a UNESCO World Heritage sight. This evening your first chance to walk the streets of Renaissance Florence. (B,D)
Day 14: Florence Sightseeing: Your day includes a walking tour seeing the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce and a chance to shop for leather, gold and silver. In your free time maybe visit one of the city?s many museums or galleries and this evening enjoy the colourful Florentine nightlife. (B)
Day 15: Florence to Lucerne: Our path takes us toward the towering Alps and the vast serene lakes of Switzerland. Be charmed by medieval Lucerne and enjoy shopping for local specialties - watches, chocolate and Swiss army knives. (B,D)
Day 16: Lucerne Sightseeing: Spend the day exploring this beautiful lakeside town. See the Lion Monument, walk across the Chapel Bridge and wander the cobbled streets. See the city at its best by joining us for a trip up a mountain and a cruise on beautiful Lake Lucerne. (B)
Day 17: Lucerne to Paris: Our focus today is the journey to Paris, the 'City of Lights'. What better introduction than with our sightseeing tour and your first glimpse of the Eiffel Tower? (B,D)
Day 18: Paris Sightseeing: Today's sightseeing includes some of the most celebrated icons of Europe. Perhaps take the opportunity to visit the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe or the Champs Elysées. Tonight, why not complete your Parisian experience with a French meal and a famous Parisian cabaret? (B)
Day 19: Paris to London: We visit the Canadian War Memorial at Vimy Ridge on the way to our cross-channel ferry back to England. Time to swap addresses and say goodbye as we arrive early evening in London. (B)
