Warsaw to Rome Vistas
From CAD $1,938
Guarantee
Group Tour
Easy
Rating
(10 reviews)
Experience Overview
From East to West we’ll explore the best of Europe as it comes alive in winter, from the historical heritage, colourful street art and infamous ruin bars of Krakow and Budapest, to breathing in the crisp alpine air of the Austrian Alps & strolling the cobbled streets and markets of Ljubljana, before encountering all the charms of Italy with a hit of culture and pasta.
Highlights
Dining Summary
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Dinner (D)
FAQs
- London: What does a modular trip mean? A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.
Included Experience
- Kraków: A local expert will take you around the UNESCO-listed Old Town, show you Wawel Castle and tell you the best place to taste some pierogi.
- Memorial and Museum Auschwitz-Birkenau: Reflect on the tragedies of the past with a solemn visit to the largest concentration camp in World War II.
- Budapest: An expert walking tour that’ll take you past the Royal Palace, Chain Bridge and Fisherman’s Bastion.
- Venice: Speed across the lagoon to the aqueous island of Venice.
- Venice: Life’s all about the waterways here; there’s not an Uber in sight! Get some classic pics of the famous gondola boats.
- Rome: Stroll around the Italian capital, ticking off some sights on your bucket list!
Trip Details
Product Code: 19141
Tour Type: Group Tour
Accommodation: Deluxe
Transport: Private
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family, 55+, Luxury
Tour Operator:
Contiki (CA)
Supplier Code: 501.1711A
Starts: Warsaw, Poland
Finishes: Rome, Italy
Duration: 11 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Easy
Includes
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,938 ($176 /day)
Itinerary
Welcome aboard! Wave ‘pa!’ to Warsaw, we have our sights set on Krakow this morning. Once the capital of Poland, Krakow is now known for its rich history, tasty pretzels, excellent vintage markets (you heard it from us) and salt mining heritage. We’ll cover the basics on our included sightseeing tour before you’ll have time to explore the local restaurants for a traditional dinner, then you can rest up knowing we have all day tomorrow to get our Krakow on.
Accommodation: Vienna House Easy Cracow (or similar)
Good morning Poland! Today is all about getting up close and personal with Krakow life. Journeying out of Krakow, we'll make a stop at the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp for a sobering reminder of Poland’s dark past. You'll be able to spend some time here to learn and reflect. Then afterwards its back to the city of Krakow, we'll have a free afternoon to stroll the charming streets. Check out Kazimierz, the UNESCO listed Old Town & historic Jewish Quarter with its jumble of street art, vintage markets, crumbling cafes & 14th century synagogue. An optional Pierogi making class will keep us entertained into the evening.
Accommodation: Vienna House Easy Cracow (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
We say a fond farewell to Krakow and head for the bright lights of Budapest this morning. Pastel painted and manicured to perfection, Banska Bystrica is a lunch break that will charm you to no end. Being in Slovakia, it's also your chance to brag 3 countries in one day - you crazy globetrotter you. Welcome to Hungary! Coming in at number 3 on our list of countries ticked off through the day. From the moment we arrive in the river split city, you'll understand why we needed a couple of nights here. As the evening draws in, you’ll have the chance to jump on board a Danube River Cruise with dinner included. Gliding across the shimmering night-lit river of the Danube, you’ll get to experience the beautiful sights of Budapest while enjoying a delicious Hungarian feast.
Accommodation: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Ready to explore, we’ll head out on a journey of old and new this morning with a locally guided walking tour of Budapest including the Royal Palace, the Chain Bridge & the Fisherman’s Bastion. Take your time exploring this evening, stop for a drink in a ruin bar tucked away in the Jewish Quarter and keep your eyes peeled for a delicious Langos.
Accommodation: Ibis Budapest City South Hotel (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Bye Budapest! Normally we’d be devastated to be leaving, but with Austria on the horizon we have strudel and music to look forward to. Any 'The Sound of Music' lovers here? Today, we'll check out the historic town centre, the stunning blue lake and the iconic St. Michael's Basilica (as seen in the film) of this charming little town in the Alps. Onwards and upwards we go, into the mountain ranges that made the Sound of Music famous. Also home to Mozart, you can be pretty certain Salzburg knows a tune! We'll also have the chance to visit a local farm and enjoy an authentic Austrian Dinner prepared by our hosts, followed by some schnaps.
Accommodation: A&O Salzburg (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Today is ours to enjoy all of Salzburg's delights! The options are endless: take a guided tour of the city with a local expert to ensure you uncover all the wonders. Fine tune your ear as you discover the deep history of classical music here, and let yourself be captivated by the spectacular scenery. Meet back with the crew for a magical dinner.
Accommodation: A&O Salzburg (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Morning Salzburg! Today we say goodbye to Austria and continue east in our discoveries, bound for Slovenia. Although you might find nods to neighbouring countries, a distinct identity within Slovenian culture has evolved from the melody of influences surrounding it. After we've had a walking orientation to get acquainted with our new surroundings, you’ll have the chance to explore the bohemian art district of Metelkova Mesto or sit by one of Ljubljana’s atmospheric watercourses.
Accommodation: Ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Ever the advocates of a balanced holiday, today we're trading in the obscure unknown for the globally adored hot spot of Venice. Whoop! Yes, it's as cute as you imagine. Yes, you'll feel like you're part of an Italian fairytale. Yes, you are actually hanging out in the gondola clad floating city of Venice! Ready for an epic culinary escapade? Dive into the city's vibrant food scene with our Eating Europe Food Tour! Hop between local hotspots and savour delicious bites - all with a local guide to share insider tips on Venice's coolest spots with a small group of foodies.
Accommodation: Venice Palace (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
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. This afternoon we will really take it up a notch as we uncover Italian icons in the country's capital of Rome as you get a glimpse of it's glory by night. Gelato, pizza and ancient monuments - perfetto! Then you'll have a free evening to explore the city.
Accommodation: Hotel Santa Costanza (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Rise and shine, Rome awaits us! Today will be a whirlwind of Roman architecture and bucket list sights as we uncover all of Rome’s key features. There’s also the option to head back in time and discover Rome of the Emperors and Gladiators. After that, you'll have the chance to celebrate the final night of our trip by joining a pasta-making class led by a local.
Accommodation: Hotel Santa Costanza (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Full of gelato and memories, we’ll bid ‘ciao’ to Bella Roma but never goodbye to lasting friendships and future Contiki adventures.
Meals: Breakfast
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Tour Operator
Contiki (CA)
Contiki is a New Zealand-based tour company that caters to 18 to 35-year-olds, offering over 350 different tours in over 75 countries in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.[1] It is a subsidiary of The Travel Corporation. Its tours historically had a reputation for partying;[2][3] however, it also operates wellness trips culturally immersive experiences that focus less on alcohol, which are more popular with Generation Z.[4] The company owns lodging facilities in Europe, including the Chateau De Cruix, a 16th century castle in the Beaujolais wine region, and the Gasthof Schoneck in the Austrian Tyrol. The name "Contiki" comes from the portmanteau 'Con' from the word 'Continent' and 'Tiki'; from the Māori referring to the first man, often symbolised as a pendant known as hei-tiki. It can also be attributed to the New Zealand slang 'Tiki-tour' describing taking a longer route to a destination in order to explore.[5]
In Business Since 1931
Reviews
Anonymous - Traveled, June 2024
Were the best pair! This was my first Contiki trip and I felt very welcomed and safe throughout the trip. Despite joining mid-way and made it easy to feel welcomed and get straight to the fun of it. You could tell the travelers prior were very comfortable with the group dynamic and had fun going out. I liked that encouraged the additional experiences because they made the trip that much more enjoyable. There was a great mix of adventure and downtime due to planning of the trip - and helpful day slips prepared to keep us on track. The bus rides were entertaining and did not feel overwhelming. There were great playlists to keep us entertained and some fun games thrown in to pass the time. I think did a great job managing expectations of the ride (ex: length of the ride, pit stops to take, mini stories about our destinations, what to expect/local knowledge) and doing gentle wakeups with the recurring song. got us everywhere in one piece! I hope my future Contiki trips are as enjoyable, if not more! The bar is set high :) I don't remember the booking process, which means it must've been very smooth and simple. I did not take advantage of the payment plans but I like that this is an option for the future.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/18/2024
Julissa - Traveled, March 2025
Very organized, could have had more included add ons and interactions with the group.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/13/2025
Melissa - Traveled, February 2025
This tour with all its sights and activities was great! But it was truly our guide Bailey & our driver Tomasz that made it extraordinary!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/17/2025
Erika - Traveled, December 2024
I was a little nervous to travel to Europe alone, as a single woman. I had a friend recommend that I try a tour instead of a solo adventure. I'm so grateful I went this route instead and had Rianna as my tour guide. She made us all feel very comfortable, especially me since this was my first time traveling by myself. Our tour group did not disappoint and I got to meet so many amazing people from around the world. I would highly recommend Rianna as your tour guide. Before booking your tour, make sure she is the lead.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/20/2024
Spencer P. - Traveled, December 2024
No complaints for things within your control! It would be great if the limits for the day bags were explicit. I needed to reach out for a specific answer. Great otherwise!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/20/2024
Ellie S. - Traveled, November 2024
The food was great, the trip was well-organized, and I learned a ton about the history and culture of each country. The activities were so much fun and all of the free time add-ons were fantastic too (my top three were the Slovenian evening, the river cruise in Budapest, and the gondola ride in Venice)! I had a blast and made lots of new friends :) Booking was quite simple and straightforward!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/12/2024
- Traveled, October 2024
Very fun trip!! Mads and Marco are the best!! Mads is super knowledgeable about every place we went to and really enjoyed hanging out with her. Marco is the best driver, he’s also super funny. Would love to go on another trip with them. Rachel A (from NJ/NYC). Yes!! Everything went to plan. I would of went with someone else who I knew but met so many cool people.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/13/2024
Olivia P. - Traveled, September 2024
Really good itinery. Lots to see and do with options to add activities or do our own stuff at our leisure. Value for money was excellent with really nice accomodation and activities included in the price. FTAs at times seemed a little over priced but being able to do it with the whole group was really nice and helped bond us together. Make Travel Matter was a really great thing to get involved in and seeing where our money goes directly. Our tour manager was first class so professional and fun with informative slides on each countries we visited. The bus driver was also first class.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/14/2024
Kellie S. - Traveled, August 2024
The itinerary and the trip manager/ driver was fantastic! I should’ve done more research on travel times because the only thing we didn’t enjoy were the long bus days! Otherwise it was fantastic and our manager/ driver were extremely knowledgeable and very fun! I had multiple inquiries regarding this trip! So much so that the contiki team was probably getting sick of me!!! Since this trip was joining another trip it was a bit confusing for me! We also wanted to confirm my husband was always sharing a room with me! The staff answered every question with ease and helped book our prenight! Much appreciated! We’re already planning our next trip!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/15/2024
Anonymous - Traveled, July 2024
Great and interesting country’s to visit, visiting them during the festive season made my trip extra special. Easy to book, and when I needed help it was easy to access and my “problem” was solved very easily giving me lots of peace of mind.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2024
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