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European Whirl | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Winter 2026/2027
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Length
19 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Amsterdam (Netherlands)
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Ends in
London (England)
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Available Tour Start Dates
OCT 18, 2026 to MAR 7, 2027
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
Yes means that there is at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur. No means that there is not at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on each tour in order for each one to occur. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).No
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Special Interest(s)
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Contiki tours are only available for 18- to 35-year olds.
Overview
Don't know where to start on your dream Euro trip? This one takes you through all the biggest destinations – hitting up the modern vibes and bouncing nightlife of Berlin and Prague, the Italian Holy Trinity of Venice, Rome and Florence, some chill time in the Swiss Alps and much more. It’s a bit of everything. It’s unforgettable. It’s a whirl alright.
Visited During Tour
Amsterdam (Netherlands) | Berlin (Germany) | Calais (France) | Dachau (Germany) | Dover (England) | Dresden (Germany) | Florence (Tuscany, Italy) | Innsbruck (Austria) | London (England) | Munich (Germany) | Paris (France) | Prague (Czech Republic) | Rome (Italy) | Swiss Alps (Switzerland) | Trento (Italy) | Venice (Italy)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
More Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are European Whirl | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Winter 2026/2027 tour dates available from Contiki. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Contiki Tour Code 625-2274
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1London to Amsterdam
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 you're free to explore or hit the local bars. And if you want a jaw-dropping view of the city from up above, might we interest you with an optional visit to the A'DAM tower?
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Accommodations: Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar) -
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2Amsterdam
Amsterdam is cute as a button & sure to win your heart with its canals, obscure museums & a cafe culture like no other. This afternoon use your time to get local, bar hop, museum crawl or even jump on a canal cruise. Hungry? How about an optional dinner at a local cheese-making barn?
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Via Hostel Amsterdam (or similar) -
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3Amsterdam to Berlin
Out of Amsterdam, onto the autobahn and on the fast-track to uber-cool Berlin. That's on today's agenda. On the world map of cool party vibes, Berlin has a gold star. We've got two nights to explore every inch of this amazing city, and we'll kick it off with a bit of history into the city and its troubled and interesting past. Once we arrive your Trip Manager can point you in the right direction to go and see the sights.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar) -
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4Berlin
Kick off the day exploring Berlin at your own pace. From the iconic Checkpoint Charlie to hidden side-street gems, the city is full of surprises. We've got two optional walking tours for you. Dive into the history of Third Reich sites or discover the vibrant culture of Kreuzberg. Either way, it’s a day packed with stories, sights, and a real taste of Berlin.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Generator Alexanderplatz (or similar) -
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5Berlin to Prague via Dresden
"More city hangs" you'll all scream in unison as we motor out of Berlin, high on life & still wanting more. Since you asked so nicely, let us present you with Prague, the darling of Europe. A drive from Berlin to Prague would not be complete without stopping in Dresden. Destroyed by World War II, the rebuilt town is now a symbol of resilience, soaked in the re-birthed beauty of the Opera house, the domed Frauenkirche, & the Royal Residence. We've arrived in the compact & lovable city of Prague. You've got the evening to get a taste of the pints & palaces here. And then tomorrow, we'll check it all out.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Plus Prague (or similar) -
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6Prague
With a full day to loiter, expect an entire photo album of Gothic architecture, market antiques & you cheers-ing local beer; not to mention life! Plus, there's an optional walking tour up for grabs that'll show you the lesser known parts of Prague.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Plus Prague (or similar) -
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7Prague to Munich
We warned you about falling head over heels for Prague! Sorry team, you cannot live here forever. Unless....? Journeying out of the Czech Republic, we'll start our time in Germany with a sobering visit to the Dachau concentration camp memorial. You'll be able to spend some time here to learn and reflect, before we head on to the city of Munich. It would seem we were born in need of some delightful Bavarian culture, we just didn't know it until now. Munich may be famed for its Oktoberfest festivities, but the spirit of things kicks on year round. A trip to a traditional beer hall will get you very well acquainted with things, just after you've swooned at a Gothic clock complete with 32 dancing figures and 43 chiming bells.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Wombat's Hostel (or similar) -
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8Munich
Today is your chance to dive deep into Munich's cute culture and urban life. You're free to roam the old town, buy yourself a pair or lederhosen or a traditional dirndl, or visit the busy streets and cafes of the university district.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Wombat's Hostel (or similar) -
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9Munich to Venice via Innsbruck and Trento
'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. Dinnertime! We'll make a quick stop in this beautiful lil' town. You're free to explore the streets and grab dinner with your crew at a local spot. And just like that, we're in a new country and a whole new vibe. 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.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Anda Venice Hostel (or similar) -
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10Venice
Buongiorno! Venice is ours for a full and glorious Italian day. We'll start exploring The Floating City by jumping aboard our own private motoscafo and cruising the canals en route to the historical heart of the city. Next, you have the option to discover Venice with a traditional gondola ride, or even a delish dinner with the best Venetian dishes.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Anda Venice Hostel (or similar) -
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11Venice to Rome
Farewell floating city, but Italy, we're not done with you yet, our next destination the Eternal City of Rome is just around the corner. The evening will really take it up to high key as we uncover Italian icons in the country's capital of Rome. With a city tour on arrival, we'll get a glimpse of Rome's glory by night, ready to be fully unveiled tomorrow. Gelato, pizza and ancient monuments, we're here for it all.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Hostel Trustever (or similar) -
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12Rome
This morning we're up and out early to make the most of our chance to explore this ancient city. You can opt to take a tour of the famous Colosseum and walk in the footsteps of Emperors and Gladiators in a guided tour, or snap epic selfies against a background of pink azaleas by the entrance. Visit the Trevi Fountain and throw coins to make a wish, sip espresso in a cobbled backstreet and soak up Italian life as it dances by. For dinner tonight, how about an optional food tour for the best eats in this city? You know you wanna.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Hostel Trustever (or similar) -
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13Rome to Florence
With antipasto, good vino and golden countryside ahead, saying goodbye to Rome doesn't feel so bad. Cast your eyes over the city one last time this morning before we hit the road, bound for Tuscany. Florence, the capital of Tuscany, is more proof that Italy has so many great places packed into one small region. Here we'll get into the Tuscan vibes with a drop of Chianti wine, and take in the beauty of the city and its magnificent Duomo Cathedral. Tonight you can choose to begin your Tuscan love affair at an optional dinner - think olives, cured meats, crostini & wine.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: A&O Florence (or similar) -
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14Florence
Ready for a full day of all things Florence? Take a moment to take in the unique beauty of this beautiful city where culture and la dolce vita is evident in every direction you look at. We'll learn the art of Florentine leather before venturing off to see what this "city of dreams" has in store for the afternoon.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Re Dama (or similar) -
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15Florence to Swiss Alps
That's it for our feasting on all things Florence. With the Swiss Alps in our sights, the devastation of leaving this place should be well and truly numbed. Arrive in a picture perfect setting ready for two nights at our accommodation in the heart of this traditional resort town. Think peaceful valley vibes, crisp mountain air and waking up to views that make your camera roll very, very happy.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Schützenbach (or similar) -
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16Swiss Alps
Plenty of views await us today (and if you can find words to do them justice, we applaud you). You've got the option to head to the top of Jungfrau Mountain via cog train and cable car. Or for a dose of adrenaline, head out on a sledding adventure with your crew!
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Schützenbach (or similar) -
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17Swiss Alps to Paris
It's been sweet, but our time in the Alps 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?
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Generator (or similar) -
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18Paris
Pastries, paintings, perfume - Paris is yours! We'll take you to the glamorous Fragonard perfumery, then the time is yours to roam tree-lined quartiers, wander Le Marais for food, shop up a storm on the Champs Elysee, or get arty in the galleries of the Louvre. It's our last night together - make it count with an optional dinner and a Cabaret show.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Generator (or similar) -
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19Paris to London
Soak up your last dose of Paris and feel the astonishment of how much you've seen. And how close you've grown to your loved-up Contiki collective. For those not leaving us until London, we'll travel south to Calais. This afternoon we cross from France to England... What a journey, on arrival in London say a fond farewell to the group as you wrap up the journey on arrival.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
Contiki is informing us of the following additional details regarding their European Whirl | Start Amsterdam | Standard | Winter 2026/2027 tour:
Travelers Notes
* DAY 1: Trip starts in Amsterdam at 18:00. Complimentary arrival transfers from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) are not available on the first day of the tour. Travellers must arrange their own transfers. * DAY 19: Trip ends in Paris at 10:00 or London at 18:30. Complimentary departure transfers arrive at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) at 10:00 on the last day of the tour. It is not recommended to book flights prior to 13:00. Travellers ending in London to depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). It is not recommended to book flights departing on the last day of the trip. Post night is required in London. * PLEASE NOTE: If participating in the white water rafting, the rapid is Class 2, Novice-level and Class 3, Intermediate-level.* TRIP NOTE: A towel is required on this trip. Please note our multi-share rooms accommodate a maximum of 6 people of the same gender on this trip. For your pre-trip accommodation in Amsterdam or post-trip accommodation in Paris, rooms are designed to accommodate up to 6 people, just like on trip. Please note that these in pre/post nights, you may be sharing with other travellers who are not part of Contiki groups, in mixed-gender dorms. This setup provides a fantastic opportunity to meet fellow adventures from different backgrounds, adding an extra layer of excitement to your travel experience.
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