Contiki adds 10 new trips across Europe and Peru

Contiki is launching its most extensive Europe trip collection in more than 60 years, along with two new budget Peru trips.

Travellers can choose from 10 new itineraries, including Contiki’s first-ever trip to Albania and destinations across Athens, Rome, France, England, Switzerland, Morocco, and Egypt.

“We’ve been leading travel experiences in Europe for over 60 years, and it’s a region that holds a special place in Contiki’s history and heart,” says Adam Armstrong, CEO of Contiki. “This new collection of trips is about evolving with our travellers’ desires. We want to uncover hidden gems and offer fresh, immersive experiences that align with the interests of travellers today, and launching in destinations like Albania reflects our commitment to bringing new, off-the-beaten-path adventures to life.

 “To celebrate this exciting expansion, we’re offering our biggest deal ever, with 50 per cent off for the first ten travellers on select launch departures. This special offer is designed to inspire travellers to seize the moment and book now, so they don’t miss out on these unique adventures at an unbeatable price,” said Armstrong.

New Contiki Europe trips 

New Contiki trips in Europe include destinations such as Mallorca, France, Greece, Austria, Switzerland, and beyond. See top new trips below and all new trips here. 

Other examples of new trips include:

  • Ancient Wonders: Rome, Athens, Cairo: Explore three ancient civilizations on a 10-day journey including a visit to the new Grand Egyptian Museum with Tutankhamun’s tomb, guided tours and free time in Rome, Athens, and Cairo, plus an island-hopping day trip and an Italian cooking class.
  • France in a Week: A seven-day journey through the picturesque chateaus, champagne houses, artisanal perfumeries, charming patisseries, and historic Normandy D-Day beaches of France.
  • Barcelona, Ibiza & Mallorca: Discover Spain’s stunning coastal islands with this immersive trip, featuring beach relaxation, boat parties, flavourful food tours, and engaging historical explorations across Barcelona, Ibiza, and Mallorca.
  • Paris to Rome by Train: Experience the romance of Europe aboard a train journey connecting Paris, Venice, Milan, and Lausanne. This itinerary provides travellers with ample free time to explore each city’s unique charm and attractions.
  • Culture & Coastlines in Morocco & Best of Morocco: Delve into Morocco’s diverse landscapes and cultural heritage with these expanded itineraries, featuring visits to the Agafay Desert and Ait Mansour Valley
  • French Christmas Markets: Following the success of Contiki’s German Christmas markets trip, this new itinerary invites travellers to experience the festive charm of French Christmas markets for an enchanting holiday experience.

New trips to Peru

In South America, Contiki has introduced two new budget-friendly trips to Peru: ‘Lima to Machu Picchu Road Trip’ and ‘Peru: Lima to Huaraz.’

These trips are part of Contiki’s expanded Latin America collection and include English- and Spanish-speaking Trip Managers, quality hostel accommodations, internal transport, and comfortable sleeper coaches.

 The ‘Lima to Machu Picchu Road Trip’ covers Peru’s must-see highlights in 11 days, including the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, sand buggy rides in Huacachina, aerial views of the Nazca Lines, boat tours of the Ballestas Islands, cultural experiences at Lake Titicaca, and a visit to a Pisco vineyard.

The ‘Peru: Lima to Huaraz’ trip is a unique opportunity to explore the lesser-known city of Huaraz over six days, featuring hikes to one of South America’s last tropical glaciers, visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Chavin de Huantar, and a trek to the stunning Laguna 69 in the Andes. Contiki is now the first youth operator to spend more than just a day in the lesser-known city of Huaraz.For more information on Contiki’s new trips, visit: contiki.com/en-ca/travel-styles/new-trips