European Horizon | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Summer 2026
European Horizon | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Summer 2026
$2189
European Horizon | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Summer 2026
10 Days Starting in Amsterdam, Netherlands and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Amsterdam, Rhine Valley, Munich, Venice, Interlaken, Paris, London
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CCEHE26
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the "European Horizon | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Summer 2026" tour, exploring the best of Europe in style and comfort. Begin your adventure in Amsterdam, then traverse through England, France, Germany, Austria, Italy, and Switzerland. Marvel at the iconic White Cliffs of Dover, enjoy a scenic drive along Germany's Romantische Straße, and savor wine tasting in the picturesque Rhine Valley. Experience the charm of Innsbruck, the romance of Venice with a private boat ride, and the allure of Paris with a night-time tour of its famous landmarks. Stay in sociable hostels, enjoy included meals, and travel seamlessly with coach transfers, making this a perfect blend of sightseeing, culture, and relaxation.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: London To Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
The adventure of a lifetime kicks off today. Meet up with your new Contiki family in London town before hitting the road to Amsterdam. Shortly before we find our ferry for France, we'll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover. They owe their gorgeousness to their composition of chalk - you're learning and we haven't even left the UK! Off the ferry we arrive in the port town of Calais - French soil! We travel north through Belgium before reaching...Amsterdam! Tonight, the famed-for-fun Amsterdam is ours to explore. First fill up on your included group dinner, then an undisguised Red Light District & plenty of bars are there for the curious.
Day 2: Amsterdam
Location: Amsterdam
Accommodation Name: Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Amsterdam is cute as a button & sure to win your heart with its canals, obscure museums & a café culture like no other. This afternoon use your time to get local, bar hop, museum crawl, and see what other tastes take your fancy, this town is famous for pancakes, frites and so much more.
Day 3: Amsterdam To Rhine Valley
Location: Rhine Valley
Accommodation Name: Hotel Montag Sankt Goar (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Now it's time to pour some sunlight on the agenda & take in the beauty of canals, crooked buildings, obscure museums & a café culture like no other. After the scenic journey of fairy tale castles, vineyards and valleys, you'll be charmed before we even arrive in Germany's famous Rhine Valley. This back-in-time town is our wine tasting host for the evening. Squeal!!!
Day 4: Rhine Valley To Munich Via Dinkelsbühl
Location: Munich
Accommodation Name: Bento Inn Munich Messe (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Saying goodbye to the Rhine Valley, we'll head on to Munich – where lederhosen, dirndls, steins of beer and gingerbread-style buildings await. But not before we explore a Bavarian hidden gem! Quintessential German experiences don't get much better than visiting this charming medieval town. We'll stroll the cobblestoned streets, checking out vibrant market squares and picturesque half-timbered houses along the way. Today our eyes will be treated to a famous Glockenspiel, a charming old town & a traditional Bavarian culture. But first, take up the option to explore the side streets and English Gardens by bicycle.
Day 5: Munich To Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Anda Venice Hostel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
'Auf Wiedersehen' Munich, we're off to tick more countries off our list. This morning we'll climb aboard our coach ready for a scenic roll through the Bavarian Alps, past fairytale castles and rambling vineyards, en route to Austria. Drive through Austria without getting out to say hello? Never! We'll pull into Innsbruck for lunch, a laid-back student city made famous by a medieval old town, an old Olympic Ski Jump & a Royal Palace. Ah, Venice! Fresh pasta, lilting accents & romantic architecture - we've arrived in one of Italy's most famous cities. Tonight we'll relax here, knowing we have all day tomorrow to cruise canals & explore picturesque cobbled streets.
Day 6: Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Anda Venice Hostel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Buongiorno! Venice is ours for a full and glorious Italian day. We'll start exploring The Floating City by jumping aboard our own private motoscaffo boat and cruising the canals en route to the historical heart of the city. Next, you have the chance to discover hidden Venice with a guided walking tour, take a traditional gondola ride, or just explore these cobbled streets on your own. Tonight, you can choose to sign up for an authentic Venetian 3-course feast.
Day 7: Venice To Interlaken
Location: Interlaken
Accommodation Name: Youth Hostel Interlaken (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
With a few days left, it's time to say 'ciao' to our time in Venice. We'll never forget you, city of canals and beauty, but Switzerland is calling us. Back on our coach we'll pass Lake Como as we cruise out of Italy and head onwards and upwards toward the Swiss Alps. We've got a free evening right in the middle of two ethereal emerald lakes (hence the name!). Dense forests. Alpine meadows. Icy glaciers. There's plenty of time to soak up the idyllic scenery.
Day 8: Interlaken To Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
It's been sweet, but our time in Interlaken is up this morning. We're Paris-bound! Out with the altitude, in with the inner-city Parisian bliss. We'll jump back onto our coach to cross the border out of Switzerland and (back) into France. After coasting through the pretty wine producing region of Burgundy, we'll arrive in the City of Lights. Lamp-lit bridges, a sparkling Eiffel Tower, & evening coffee haunts, this evening we'll fall in love with everything Paris on a dreamy night-time tour. Is it just us, or is love in the air?
Day 9: Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Jo&Joe Gentilly (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Pastries, paintings, perfume - Paris is yours! We'll take you to the glamorous Fragonard perfumery, then the time is yours to roam tree-lined quarters, see Notre Dame Cathedral, or get arty in the galleries of the Louvre. It's our last night together - make it count with an optional Parisian Dinner followed by a cabaret show!
Day 10: Paris To London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end.
What's Included
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Meals
4 dinners and 9 breakfasts are included.
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Accommodation
Accommodation in multi-share rooms with other travelers of the same sex.
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Transportation
Coach transfers between destinations.
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Ferry Ride
Ferry ride from Dover to Calais.
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Wine Tasting
Wine tasting in Germany's famous Rhine Valley.
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Private Boat Ride
Private motoscaffo boat ride in Venice.
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Night-time Tour
Night-time tour of Paris.
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Complimentary Transfer
Complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London at the end of the trip.
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Transport Description
Travel in style and comfort with coach transfers between destinations, including scenic journeys through the Bavarian Alps and along the Rhine Valley, as well as a private motoscaffo boat ride in Venice.
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Accommodation Description
Stay in comfortable and sociable hostels such as Via Hostel Amsterdam, Hotel Montag Sankt Goar, Bento Inn Munich Messe, Anda Venice Hostel, Youth Hostel Interlaken, and Jo&Joe Gentilly, offering a mix of shared and private rooms to suit your preferences.
What's Not Included
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Non-included Attractions
Tickets for non-included attractions in Amsterdam are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as guided walking tours, gondola rides, and Parisian dinners are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Visas and Travel Documents
Visas and other travel documents are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style and comfort with coach transfers between destinations, including scenic journeys through the Bavarian Alps and along the Rhine Valley, as well as a private motoscaffo boat ride in Venice.
Accommodation
Stay in comfortable and sociable hostels such as Via Hostel Amsterdam, Hotel Montag Sankt Goar, Bento Inn Munich Messe, Anda Venice Hostel, Youth Hostel Interlaken, and Jo&Joe Gentilly, offering a mix of shared and private rooms to suit your preferences.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in comfortable and sociable hostels such as Via Hostel Amsterdam, Hotel Montag Sankt Goar, Bento Inn Munich Messe, Anda Venice Hostel, Youth Hostel Interlaken, and Jo&Joe Gentilly. These hostels offer a mix of shared and private rooms to suit your preferences.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 4 dinners and 9 breakfasts.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour uses coach transfers between destinations, including scenic journeys through the Bavarian Alps and along the Rhine Valley. Additionally, there is a private motoscaffo boat ride in Venice and a ferry ride from Dover to Calais.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities such as guided walking tours, gondola rides, and Parisian dinners that are not included in the tour package.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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What is the complimentary transfer at the end of the trip?
At the end of the trip, there is a complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London.
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What kind of activities can I expect in Venice?
In Venice, you will start by exploring the city with a private motoscaffo boat ride. You have the option to discover hidden Venice with a guided walking tour, take a traditional gondola ride, or explore the cobbled streets on your own. There is also an option to sign up for an authentic Venetian 3-course feast.
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What highlights can I expect to see in Paris?
In Paris, you will visit landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. You will also have a night-time tour of Paris and a visit to the glamorous Fragonard perfumery.
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Is there any wine tasting included in the tour?
Yes, there is a wine tasting session included in Germany's famous Rhine Valley.
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What are some of the scenic routes and locations covered during the tour?
The tour covers scenic routes such as the Romantische Straße in Germany, the Bavarian Alps, and the Rhine Valley. You will also visit picturesque locations like the White Cliffs of Dover, the medieval town of Dinkelsbühl, and the city of Innsbruck.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Low Deposit
Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
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