London to Berlin by Train | Winter | 2025/2026

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  • Itinerary
  • What's Included
  • FAQ
  • Dates

Embark on an unforgettable winter journey from London to Berlin by train, exploring the heart of Europe in style. This tour takes you through the vibrant cities of London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Berlin, offering a blend of cultural experiences and historical insights. Begin in London with a guided stroll and a traditional British dinner, then hop on the Eurostar to Paris to craft your own fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. In Amsterdam, savor classic Dutch pancakes and enjoy a unique canal tour. Finally, delve into Berlin's rich history with a local guide, visiting significant sites like the Holocaust Memorial. Travel comfortably between cities by train, staying in well-appointed accommodations, and enjoy included meals and guided tours. This adventure promises a perfect mix of exploration, relaxation, and cultural immersion.

Highlights
  • London: Explore the UK capital with a guided stroll to see major sights.
  • Paris: Learn the art of fragrance and create your own scent at a Parisian perfume house.
  • Amsterdam: Enjoy classic Dutch pancakes at a local Dutch Pancake House.
  • Amsterdam: Experience a unique canal boat tour with stories from refugees.
  • Berlin: Discover 20th-century history with a local guide, including Third Reich sites.
  • Berlin: Visit the Holocaust Memorial for a sobering historical experience.
Optional Activities
Optional activities such as the East End food walking tour in London, patisserie walking tour in Paris, and entry to the A'Dam Tower and Swing in Amsterdam are not included.
Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.
Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.
Dining Summary
  • 3 Dinner (D)
  • 8 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
  • London: Meet your new gang of besties. After a few beers you’ll feel like you’ve known each other for decades.
  • London: Follow your Trip Manager on a stroll around the UK capital to tick off some of the major sights. Just don’t forget to pack an umbrella for the famous (unpredictable) British weather.
  • Paris: Your chance to learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house. You know it makes scents! (soz).
  • Paris: Looking for the perfect souvenir? After a guided tour, you’ll have the chance to craft a sumptuous scent of your own – with a local guide on hand to help.
  • Amsterdam: We'll head to the local Dutch Pancake House to end the day in style - chomping down on some satisfying savoury pancakes. It doesn't get more classic Dutch than this...
  • Berlin: Discover the history of 20th century Berlin with our Local Guide & get up close to notorious Third Reich spots. Get the low-down on Hitler's last days at the site of his underground bunker & learn about Goebbels, the sinister spin doctor at the former Reich's Propaganda Ministry. You'll hear about East German communism before making a sobering visit to the Holocaust Memorial.
FAQs
  • London: Travelling to (and through) the UK & Northern Ireland? You’ll need Essential Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)From?January 8, 2025, UK law means that if you’re entering/transiting through border control in the United Kingdom (UK) and Northern Ireland you’ll need an?Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)?before you travel. Confused? Don’t be – just read on here.
  • 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.
  • London: Who will I room with if I book additional nights before my trip?  You'll stay in a Twin share room (meaning you'll be paired with a fellow traveller of the same gender, and will have two separate beds). If you're booking your trip with a friend/travel companion - just let us know, so we can join your bookings and ensure you share a room. Need a lil' more privacy? You're welcome to opt for a single supplement if you like.
Destinations
  • England
  • Europe
  • France
  • Germany
  • Holland
  • United Kingdom
Tour Types
  • Sightseeing
  • Cultural
  • History
  • Walking
  • Small Group
  • Rail Tours

Location: London

Hello and welcome, train travellers! Our journey begins in the buzzing city of London. Exchange hellos with your crew before we head out to a local pub for a traditional British dinner. Cheers to our new adventure!<br/>

Accommodation Name: Royal National Hotel (or similar)

Meals: Dinner

Location: London

Morning! London is all yours today. First, we'll head out for a tour of the city on foot. Then, London is yours to explore. How about posing with your fave celebs at the Madame Tussauds wax museum? Or seeing the Big Ben IRL? Or even checking out the skyline from the London Eye? There's no getting bored here. This evening, you have the chance to join an East End food walking tour. Expect lip-smacking samples of the best international cuisine out there. What a night...<br/>

Accommodation Name: Royal National Hotel (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Paris

Ta-ra, Thames. Time to hop on the Eurostar to Paris – after our buffet breakfast of course! An iconic train journey later, and we're in Paris. With no time to waste, you’ll visit a Perfumery, where you’ll take a look around and even have the chance to craft a signature scent of your own. We'll then get acquainted with the city's 'ooh la la' worthy sites with a free afternoon to see the icons and maybe check out some of Paris's coolest neighbourhoods, think, Montmartre or Le Marais!

Accommodation Name: Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Paris

Cuisine and cabaret day. We'll start this morning with an optional patisserie walking tour, winding our way around the cutest cafes in Paris, sampling dreamy pastries as we go. Afterwards, you’ve got all day to explore (and check out everything you missed yesterday). Tonight, it's off to a Parisian Cabaret Show, with a 3-course dinner and champagne to really switch on the sophistication.<br/>

Accommodation Name: Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Amsterdam

Another day, another incredible European city... Dam That’s Preddy. Welcome to Amsterdam! This evening, we'll head to a local pancake house to try a soft and savoury Dutch delicacy. Then? You've got the option to watch a comedy show. The night is still young. And the inky canals are just waiting to be explored!

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Amsterdam

Rise and shine! First up, we’ll take to the canals for a truly unique boat tour. We’ll see Amsterdam through the eyes of refugees – hearing their stories as we gawk at the splendid views, you’re guaranteed to step off the boat with a whole new perspective on life. The rest of the day is all about exploration – from Rijksmuseum to the Heineken Factory. Afterwards the night is yours to explore this vibrant city and experience its legendary nightlife.

Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Berlin

You've been a blast, Amsterdam, but today we're making tracks for our next adventure.Hello Berlin! After an included dinner underneath the famous TV Tower, the evening is yours to explore the city's world-famous nightlife. The buzzing scene here is a joyous tribute to German reunification, and since the fall of the Berlin Wall the city has staked its claim as the techno capital of the world.<br/>

Accommodation Name: B&B Berlin City Ost (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Location: Berlin

2 walking tours today. This morning, take a historical walking tour, including a visit to the site of Hitler's bunker. This evening, you’ll have the chance to explore Berlin's oh-so-historical (and oh-so-hipster) Kreuzberg district and finish off with dinner.<br/>

Accommodation Name: B&B Berlin City Ost (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Location: Berlin

Our trip ends in Berlin today. After giving us art, culture, eye-widening experiences and incredible food, it’s safe to say Europe has stolen our hearts, and we can’t wait to come back soon.<br/>

Meals: Breakfast

Included
  • Meals
    -The tour includes 3 dinners and 8 breakfasts.
  • Accommodation
    -Accommodation is provided at Royal National Hotel (or similar) in London, Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon (or similar) in Paris, Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside (or similar) in Amsterdam, and B&B Berlin City Ost (or similar) in Berlin.
  • Guided Tours
    -Guided tours are included in London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Berlin.
  • Train Travel
    -Train travel from London to Paris and from Amsterdam to Berlin is included.
  • Local Experiences
    -Local experiences such as a visit to a Parisian perfume house, a Dutch Pancake House in Amsterdam, and a historical walking tour in Berlin are included.

Not Included
  • Optional Activities
    -Optional activities such as the East End food walking tour in London, patisserie walking tour in Paris, and entry to the A'Dam Tower and Swing in Amsterdam are not included.
  • Personal Expenses
    -Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
  • Travel Insurance
    -Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.
  • Flights
    -Flights to and from the starting and ending locations are not included.
Yes, the tour includes 3 dinners and 8 breakfasts.
Yes, optional activities such as the East End food walking tour in London, a patisserie walking tour in Paris, and entry to the A'Dam Tower and Swing in Amsterdam are available but not included in the tour package.
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.
Guided tours are included in London, Paris, Amsterdam, and Berlin, covering major sights and historical locations.
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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Accommodation is provided at the Royal National Hotel in London, Ibis Styles Gare de l’Est Château Landon in Paris, Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam North Riverside in Amsterdam, and B&B Berlin City Ost in Berlin, or similar accommodations.
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
The tour primarily uses train travel between cities, including the iconic Eurostar from London to Paris, ensuring a comfortable and scenic journey through Europe.
The tour includes local experiences such as a visit to a Parisian perfume house, dining at a Dutch Pancake House in Amsterdam, and a historical walking tour in Berlin.
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.

Dates Price Availability
11-Oct-2025
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Single £2049.00
11-Oct-2025
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Twin £1568.00
11-Oct-2025
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Twin Share £1568.00
29-Nov-2025
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Single £2006.00
29-Nov-2025
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Twin £1526.00
29-Nov-2025
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Twin Share £1526.00
13-Dec-2025
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Single £2006.00
13-Dec-2025
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Twin £1526.00
13-Dec-2025
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Twin Share £1526.00
07-Feb-2026
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Single £1851.00
07-Feb-2026
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Twin £1399.00
07-Feb-2026
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Twin Share £1399.00

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This tour is operated by Contiki

9 days from £1399 pp exc.flights; Enquire
Start:London, England
Finish:Berlin, Germany
Suitable for: 18-35
Physical rating:Low
Diets:Vegetarians
Tour operated in: English
Tour Reference: WLNMA20
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