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Accomodations
* 12 nights in superior tourist class hotels * Accommodation based on your choice of twin or triple-share with private facilities * 12 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 Madrid (1 Days) After checking in to your hotel, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the Spanish capital. This evening meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers at 6pm in the hotel. Madrid (1 Days) Our morning sightseeing includes a guided tour of the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free for you to discover this amazing city. Perhaps see the Bullring or visit the famous Prado Musuem. Tonight a chance to try fabulous traditional Spanish cuisine. Madrid to Barcelona (1 Days) The first stop today is Zaragoza. See the impressive Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar. A chance for lunch in this city of four cultures. We travel east arriving in Catalonia's most famous city, 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? Barcelona to Avignon (1 Days) We say goodbye to Spain today as we head for France. Travelling through Provence to arrive at our overnight stop, Avignon, City of the Popes. Avignon to French Riviera (1 Days) This morning we continue to Aix-en-Provence, home of Paul Cezanne, for lunch. We visit a French Perfumery in Grasse before continuing to our hotel in Nice. Tonight we visit magnificent Monaco to see the Royal Palace and a Monte Carlo Casino. French Riviera (1 Days) Rub shoulders with the rich and famous on the Nice promenade, shop for French fashion or laze the day away on the sun-drenched beaches - the choice is yours! French Riviera to Pisa (1 Days) Past Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus, before entering the unspoilt Cinque Terre Region to visit the various villages along this stunning coast. Then on to Pisa to enjoy the nightlife. Pisa to Florence (1 Days) Free time this morning in Pisa, then through Tuscany to the Renaissance city of Florence. A chance to learn about Florentine leathercraft and shop for silver and gold. Florence (1 Days) The day includes a walking tour of the Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and Santa Croce. In your free time maybe visit one of the city's many museums or galleries and this evening enjoy the colourful Florentine nightlife. Florence to Rome (1 Days) This morning we head to San Gimignano for free time, then we leave Tuscany behind and make our way to Italy's capital, Rome. This evening enjoy your first taste of this amazing city on our sightseeing tour. Rome (1 Days) Ancient and modern Rome await your discovery. Why not take a guided tour of the Imperial Forum and walk in the footsteps of Gladiators? In your free time explore the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel, snap up Italian fashions or just watch the world go by with a gelato (or two). Depart Rome (1 Days) Time to swap addresses and email details and say 'Arrivederci Roma' as the tour ends after breakfast.
Madrid
Tour of the Royal Palace with a local guide (Tour of the Royal Palace may be substitutued with a tour of the Prado if the Palace is closed for an official state function) Zaragoza See the monumental cathedral Barcelona See Gaudi's Art Nouveau Cathedral & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Barcelona Walk through the Gothic Quarter and La Rambla Avignon See the Papal Palace Aix-en-Provence See the Cours Mirabelle 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 Cinque Terre Visit Monterosso, Portovenere and La Spezia Cinque Terre Cruise (weather permitting) along the scenic coast Pisa See the Leaning Tower Florence Walking tour with a local guide Florence See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florence Florentine leather craft demonstration San Gimignano Visit the medieval town Rome See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum Vatican City See St. Peter's Basilica Tour of the Valley of the Fallen
Euro 10.00 Enjoy a scenic drive through the Guadarrama mountains to visit the amazing monument to those who died in the Spanish Civil War. Our local guide will explain the significance of the site and will also show you the tomb of the late Spanish dictator, Francisco Franco. Los Galayos Euro 33.00 Our restaurant tonight is situated on the famous Plaza Mayor in the heart of the city. You'll enjoy a wide range of tapas and traditional Spanish dishes accompanied with local wine. Tablao 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. 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. Souvenir Group Photo Euro 11.50 A photo of you and all of your new friends is the perfect souvenir from your tour. The photo will be taken with a panorama of Florence in the background or in one of the city's famous piazzas. 'Montebuoni' Tuscan Dinner Euro 37.00 'Montebuoni' is a charming 16th Century building set in the scenic Tuscan hills. It's the venue for our truly traditional Tuscan evening. Begin with a cocktail and an excellent antipasta buffet. Next is delicious freshly made pasta and a wonderfully aromatic main course - all washed down with some local Chianti wine. A truly special evening. Night Club Euro 11.00 A chance to dance the night away at one of Florence's best clubs. Your first drink is included in the price. Guided Imperial Tour Euro 23.00 (10-19 people) / Euro 22.00 (20+ people) Join a local guide for an excursion back in time. You'll wander across the cobbled stones of the Roman Forum, marvel at the Colosseum and learn why the glory of Imperial Rome still stands out in the history of western culture. Price includes entry into Forum and Colosseum. Rome Farewell Dinner Euro 36.00 Why not join us for our farewell dinner, situated on the banks of the famous River Tiber? Enjoy a fabulous traditional 4-course Roman dinner, washed down with some Italian wine and accompanied by some local opera singers. A night never to be forgotten! 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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