Contiki > Amsterdam to Barcelona

Amsterdam to Barcelona
12 Days starting from $1,755

Countries Visited:
France, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland

 

Length: 12 Days
Type: Superior
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Contiki
Tour Code: CONTIKI97
   
 
About This Tour


Featuring: Netherlands, Belgium (in transit), France, Switzerland, Italy (in transit), Monaco, Spain.
Starting In Amsterdam and ending in Barcelona

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Optionals
  • SPECIALS
Accomodations
* 10 nights in superior tourist class hotels * Accommodation based on your choice of twin or triple-share with private facilities * 10 Continental breakfasts (B) and 6 three course dinners (D) as per itinerary * Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges

The Contiki Difference
* Experienced, professional Tour Manager and Driver * Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats

Depart for Europe (1 Days)
Your exciting European trip begins.

Arrive Amsterdam (1 Days)
After checking into your hotel, the rest of the day is yours to explore this energetic city. This evening meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers.

Amsterdam (1 Days)
Visit the cheese village of Edam on a bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside. Spend your free time wandering along the canals, shopping or visiting famous museums such as the Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank's House.

Amsterdam to Paris (1 Days)
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?

Paris (1 Days)
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?

Paris to Lucerne (1 Days)
Our path takes us toward the towering Alps and the vast serene lakes of Switzerland. Be charmed by medieval Lucerne with its Chapel Bridge and plentiful shopping opportunities. Maybe a cruise on Lake Lucerne to enhance your ultimate Swiss encounter?

Lucerne to Chamonix (1 Days)
Spend the morning in Lucerne shopping for Swiss chocolate and watches before we make our way to Chamonix, located at the foot of Mont Blanc. This afternoon why not travel the cable-car to the Aiguille du Midi for breathtaking views over the Alps?

Chamonix to French Riviera (1 Days)
Today we take the tunnel through the heart of Mont Blanc, dip into Italy and back into France to arrive on the elegant French Riviera, playground of the rich and famous.

French Riviera (1 Days)
Rub shoulders with the jet-set on the promenade at Nice and enjoy your chance to relax or shop for French fashion. Tonight we visit Monaco! Why not join us for an elegant meal, view the Royal Palace and take the opportunity to try your luck at the casinos of Monte Carlo?

French Riviera to Barcelona (1 Days)
We travel south today and visit a French perfumery in the heart of Provence. We skim past the Pyrénées before arriving in the vibrant Mediterranean city of Barcelona.

Barcelona (1 Days)
Our included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city. See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to experience Barcelona's famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain's specialties. Tonight why not experience the passion of Flamenco dancing?

Depart Barcelona (1 Days)
This morning a final farewell to your fellow travellers as your tour ends after breakfast.


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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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Amsterdam
Visit a fishing and cheese village

Amsterdam
Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house

Amsterdam
See the canals, gable houses and city by night

Amsterdam
Bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside

Paris
Evening Tour of Illuminations

Paris
See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Élysées, and Notre Dame Cathedral

Lucerne
See the Wooden Chapel Bridge

Lucerne
View the Lion Monument

Lucerne
Scenic Alpine drive

Burgundy
See the Chablis & Burgundy vineyards

Chamonix
See Mont Blanc (weather permitting)

French Riviera
Visit a French Perfumery

French Riviera
Scenic Drive along the Riviera coast

French Riviera
Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace

French Riviera
Visit a Monte Carlo casino

French Riviera
Visit Nice and enjoy the beach

Barcelona
See Gaudi's Art Nouveau Cathedral & the 1992 Olympic Games complex

Barcelona
Walk through the Gothic Quarter and La Rambla

Sea Palace Restaurant
Euro 30.00
This unique floating restaurant is built in the typical pagoda style of Chinese palaces. Located in the heart of Amsterdam it's the perfect place for you to join us for a typical Dutch 'rice table' which consists of a variety of main dishes accompanied with rice.

Canal Cruise
Euro 28.00
A cruise on Amsterdam's world-famous canals is the perfect way to see this wonderful city. You'll pass many famous sights including Dutch gabled houses, the Anne Frank house, churches and the Red Light District. The included beer, wine, soft-drinks and snacks will make your evening complete.

Group Photo at the Eiffel Tower
Euro 11.00
A famous Parisian icon - the Eiffel Tower, forms the backdrop of your group photograph - a great souvenir to take home with you!

Nouvelle Eve Dinner and Show
Euro 116.00
Enjoy an evening at Nouvelle Eve, one of the top cabaret shows in Paris. Situated near Montmartre, the show is an extravaganza of dancers, exquisite costumes and comedy acts. The sumptuous three-course meal and drinks (including champagne during the show), along with one of the most dazzling 'French Can Can' dances around will mean this is a truly unforgettable evening!

Lake Lucerne Cruise
SF 25.00
Take in the spectacular alpine scenery aboard our own private cruise on stunning Lake Lucerne. Enjoy the majestic beauty of the wooded mountains and picturesque villages reflecting in the tranquil waters of Lake Lucerne.

Aiguille du Midi Cable Car
Euro 38.00
Travel from 1,030m to 3,777m (3,380ft to 12,390ft) on board one of the world's most famous cable cars. Once at the summit of Mont Blanc you'll have amazing views of the valleys of France, Switzerland and Italy.

Monaco Restaurant
Euro 34.00
Tonight's restaurant is located two minutes walk from the Royal Palace - the official residence of the Grimaldi family. Dine in style and enjoy a typically French, four course meal with wine in this glamourous location.

Tablo De Carmen
Euro 56.00
Tonight's restaurant is located right in the Andalucian Quarter of El Pueblo Espanol on the mountain of Montjuic. Enjoy typical Andaluz cuisine, Rioja and of course the unforgettable Flamenco show.

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Mix and Match Discounts

Early payment discounts

Offer #1: Save up to US$559

off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 12 months prior to departure.

Offer #2: Save up to US$279

off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 6 months prior to departure.

Offer #3: Save up to US$139

off the cost of your trip when you book and pay in full at least 4 months prior to departure.

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Multiple Trip Discounts – Save US$50

You can save an extra $50 when you book a second Contiki tour at the same time of booking your first tour.

* Tours may be in different countries/regions and must be a minimum of 7 days.

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Europe Plus Great Britian – Save US$150

Combine a Contiki Europe vacation at least 25 days long with a Contiki Great Britain tour booked at the same time and get a special US$100 discount. Add that to your US$50 extra tour discount and you’ve saved US$150.

* All discounts apply to land tour price only.

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Group Discounts

Funky Four – Save 5%

Save 5% Our “Funky Four” discount means a 5% saving per person when 4 or more people book at the same time on the same trip.

Super Seven – Save 7.5%

Book a group of 7 people traveling on the same vacation at the same time and get a 7.5% discount per person. Super Seven – Save 7.5%

Perfect 10 – Travel for Free!

Experience Contiki’s Europe with a group of 10 friends booked on the same trip at the same time and the 11th person travels for free or everyone in your group gets 10% off.

* All group discounts apply to land tour price only. Funky 4, Super 7 & Perfect 10 offers cannot be combined together.

Triple Discounts

On most Superior trips we offer a triple reduction of up to 5% on twin share price.

Price Guarantee

As soon as Contiki has received your deposit, the land tour price confirmed to you by Contiki reservations is guaranteed so book and pay your deposit as early as possible! It gives you the best choice and could save you money.

Single Traveler Savings

When traveling alone, you may not want to incur the expense of a single room supplement, so why not share with fellow passengers of the same sex on a ‘twin room’ basis. It is an enjoyable way to travel and make new friends and helps stretch your budget further.


   
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