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Ultimate European (Greek Islands, Start London, End London, 45 Days) (44 destinations) - Contiki

Ultimate European (Greek Islands, Start London, End London, 45 Days) (44 destinations)

45 days
4.5
(86)
Start and end in London
Tour Operator:
Contiki
Max group size:
50
Age range:
18 to 35
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
4689

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Plan your adventure:
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Highlights

  • Explore Corfu by night on a foodie walking tour
  • Visit the Anzac Cove and the Gallipoli war memorial
  • Cruise across Santorini’s coast and check out its volcano

Itinerary

Start and end in London! With the Explorer tour Ultimate European (Greek Islands, Start London, End London, 45 Days) (44 destinations), you have a 45 days tour package taking you through London, England and 39 other destinations in Europe. Ultimate European (Greek Islands, Start London, End London, 45 Days) (44 destinations) includes accommodationin a hoteland hostel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 London to Paris
  2. Day 2 Paris
  3. Day 3 Paris to Swiss Alps
  4. Day 4 Swiss Alps
  5. Day 5 Swiss Alps to Beaujolais Wine Region
  6. Day 6 Beaujolais Wine Region
  7. Day 7 Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona
  8. Day 8 Barcelona
  9. Day 9 Barcelona to French Riviera
  10. Day 10 French Riviera
  11. Day 11 French Riviera to Venice
  12. Day 12 Venice
  13. Day 13 Venice to Florence
  14. Day 14 Florence to Rome
  15. Day 15 Rome
  16. Day 16 Rome to Adriatic Ferry
  17. Day 17 Adriatic Ferry to Athens
  18. Day 18 Athens to Ios
  19. Day 19 Ios
  20. Day 20 Ios
  21. Day 21 Ios to Santorini
  22. Day 22 Santorini
  23. Day 23 Santorini
  24. Day 24 Santorini to Athens
  25. Day 25 Athens to Kavala
  26. Day 26 Kavala to Canakkale
  27. Day 27 Canakkale to Istanbul
  28. Day 28 Istanbul
  29. Day 29 Istanbul
  30. Day 30 Istanbul to Black Sea
  31. Day 31 Black Sea to Bucharest
  32. Day 32 Bucharest to Transylvania
  33. Day 33 Transylvania to Budapest
  34. Day 34 Budapest
  35. Day 35 Budapest to Salzburg
  36. Day 36 Salzburg to Austrian Tyrol
  37. Day 37 Austrian Tyrol
  38. Day 38 Austrian Tyrol to Munich
  39. Day 39 Munich to Prague
  40. Day 40 Prague
  41. Day 41 Prague to Berlin
  42. Day 42 Berlin
  43. Day 43 Berlin to Amsterdam
  44. Day 44 Amsterdam
  45. Day 45 Amsterdam to London
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Hostel
Hotel
Berth / Cabin
Guesthouse
Chalet

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Operated by Contiki

4.7
(5382)
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Contiki has been running tours for over 50 years, all exclusively for travellers aged 18-35 years old. Their mission is to bring young travellers together to see the world, focusing on unforgettable experiences and lifelong memories. Contiki believes in real travel experiences, and they care about making sure these experiences contribute positively to the people and places they visit. Every Contiki trip makes travel easier and more social by organizing accommodation, food, experiences and transport, so you can relax and focus on exploring the world with young travellers just like you.

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.1
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.1
  • 4.7
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  • A
    · October 28th, 2019
    This was the best tour I’ve ever done and everything went smoothly and professionally
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Antonio, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had the best time on the tour. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
    Trip date: April 2019
  • AA
    · May 16th, 2017
    It was an awesome tour
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Alvin, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an awesome tour. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
    Trip date: March 2017
  • Ultimate European (Greek Islands, Start London, End London, 45 Days) (44 destinations) reviewer 3
    · May 15th, 2017
    Best holiday of my life, would do it again in a heart beat. Our tour guide Nic was amazing and made the experience 10/10.
    Trip date: March 2017
  • Ultimate European (Greek Islands, Start London, End London, 45 Days) (44 destinations) reviewer 4
    · May 15th, 2017
    It was the best 45 days off my life travelling Europe with contiki
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Nathan, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had the best 45 days on the trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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    Trip date: March 2017
  • PM
    · December 9th, 2016
    The trip was awesome, went awesome places, travelled with a great bunch of people, the guide was cooler than half the people on our bus.
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Phillip, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an awesome trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
    Trip date: July 2012
  • N
    · December 9th, 2016
    Greg aka Sir Greggles..what a legend! I don't know how he does it. Up all day showing us around and up all night partying with us. No matter what question we threw at him he always seemed to have an answer. Not only an expectional and professional guide... Show more
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Nicole, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had a great time on the tour. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
    Trip date: June 2015
  • AF
    · December 9th, 2016
    What can I say, Greg was the biggest legend that could possibly have had for my first tour. Full of knowledge of everywhere we went to and would stay out partying with the rest of us. Cheers for what probably would be the best 45 days of my life. Hope... Show more
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Alex, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had a good trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
    Trip date: June 2015
  • GG
    · December 9th, 2016
    Greg Colgin, by far the best person you could have as a tour manager on contiki. Ultimate European plus Greek Islands wouldn't of been so great without him and of course our bus driver Barry! We definently dominated our trip that's for sure. Strangers... Show more
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Georgia, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had a great time on the tour. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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    Trip date: June 2015
  • TR
    · December 8th, 2016
    Greg was without a doubt the best contiki leader I've ever had. He made my time in Europe absolutely amazing, it wouldn't have been the same without him!
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Taylor, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had an amazing time on the trip. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
    Trip date: June 2015
  • ML
    · December 8th, 2016
    What an absolute legend!! Couldn't imagine a better guide, or guy to have show me the time of my life. Cheers Greg.
    Contiki commented on this review
    Hey Matt, Thank you for taking the time to review your Contiki trip. We are so pleased to know you had a time of your life and met Greg. Looking forward to seeing you on a Contiki again soon.
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    Trip date: July 2015

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Ultimate European (Greek Islands, Start London, End London, 45 Days) (44 destinations)
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Frequently Asked Questions

    • Are we able to do our own thing if we just want to relax and not explore?

      You can choose to do your own thing whenever you want on the tour however make sure you let your Trip Manager know your plans so they are not waiting for you at certain excursions.

    • Does this tour include a stop in Turkey?

      Yes, this tour includes a stop in Turkey .

    • Can I do this tour if I'm over 35 years old?

      Sorry, Contiki is a budget tour operator offering tours for 18-35 year olds only, with no exceptions able to be made. Please have a look on the Tourradar website to see similar Europe itineraries for all ages.

    • What does the food fund cover?

      The food fund covers the included meals listed in the what's included section. On these tours you will have food prepared by on-site chefs or your onboard cook. Some meals may also be at local restaurants.

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      • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria, Germany, Hungary and Switzerland. Ideally 6 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria, Greece, Hungary, Serbia and Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria, Greece, Hungary, Serbia, Spain and Turkey. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Turkey. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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