22 Jun 2014
All Contiki (contiki.com) trips are designed to give 18-35's the most epic experience of their lives. With the winter months offering fewer crowds, fewer queues and lower costs, travellers have more time and money to discover Europe at their own pace. Some of the most incredible festivals, holiday markets and outdoor fun take place when the temperature drops a few degrees and with 7.5% off Contiki trips booked and paid before August 29th, there's never been a better time to plan ahead and look forward to experiencing the unexpected magic that Europe has to offer in the winter.
The autumn, winter and spring seasons are all about choice as Contiki offers 4 diverse ways to explore the sheer awesomeness of Europe – see it all on a Multi-Country, discover the local charms on a Time-Out Regional, hit the slopes on the epic Ski & Snowboard Austria, and join the party on a number of Festival trips. And just because the options are endless doesn't mean the costs start to rise – exploring Europe during the low season gives travellers a lot for just a little. The 23-day European Trail – one of Contiki's most popular winter trips from the more affordable Concept program – features 10 nights of hotel upgrades and 32 included meals. For the traveller on a budget, it's the best way to go!
“Winter is a great time to explore Europe, offering unique and unexpected experiences that you may have missed out on during your summer travels,” says Kevin Khor, Head of Sales and Marketing for Contiki (Asia). “Travellers experience the majority of inclusions featured on summer trips, but also get the added highlight of seeing Europe covered in a dusting of snow and taking part in fun winter activities like ice skating and snowboarding.”
To get young travellers excited about travelling in the low season, Contiki's ranked the top 5 unforgettable experiences that make Europe hot in autumn, winter and spring:
Ice-skating at the Eiffel Tower
Twinkling lights, the Parisian skyline as a backdrop and authentic chocolat chaud to keep you warm – there's nothing more magical than skating on an ice rink at the Eiffel Tower. Located on the first floor observation deck, the rink's sprawling views of Paris make for an unforgettable night at one of the world's most iconic structures.
Do this on Contiki's 23-day European Trail trip
Experiencing a White Christmas
Forget admiring heart-warming wintry holiday scenes from books and movies – this is the year to experience a real white Christmas. Strolling through the charming cobblestoned streets of Berlin, Prague and Paris with an icing sugar coating of fluffy snow? Priceless.
Do this on Contiki's 24-day Winter Wanderer trip
Shredding the slopes in the Austrian Tyrol
Imagine waking up in a traditional German tavern cosily nestled amongst the snow-capped hills of the Alps – sound too good to be true? Young travellers sleep like kings and queens in Contiki's traditional Austrian Gasthof before hitting the slopes at one of Europe's most popular ski and snowboard resorts. Top it off with an après-ski session with fellow travellers, and you have the ideal winter holiday.
Do this on Contiki's Ski/Board Austria trips
Singing 'Auld Lang Syne' at Hogmanay
Close out the year at one of the world's biggest New Years Eve celebrations in Edinburgh, Scotland. Cosying up in one of the historic city's many iconic pubs before grabbing a mulled wine and joining the crowds on the cobbled streets to ring in the New Year is a memory not soon to be forgotten.
Do this on Contiki's 4- or 5-day Hogmanay trip
Seeing Amsterdam in bloom
One of Europe's coolest cities for young people, Amsterdam is also the most beautiful city in the spring months. Hop on a bike and explore the canals in the early spring sunshine, stopping off at the legendary flower markets and taking time to smell the tulips.
Do this on Contiki's 8-day Eastern Rocker trip
For more information on Contiki's Europe Winter trips and advantages of travelling in the low season, check out contiki.com/europewinter.
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Terms & Conditions
All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only. (This excludes taxes, included flight costs, extra accommodation, any applicable food funds for our Winter Concept trips & optional activities. Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights to / from Europe that start or end your trip). You can combine loyalty discounts ('Travelling Again'), group discounts ('Book with Friends'), multi-trip discounts ('2 or more') & early payment ('Pay Early') discounts on trips of 7 days or longer. 'Pay Early' savings only apply to departures on or after 15th October 2014, to bookings made within 45 days of trip departure & is not combinable with Last Minute Deals. Group discounts ('Book with Friends') is available on all trips. * Pay early savings of US$290 & US$190 based on Winter Wanderer. Discounts are subject to availability & may be withdrawn at any point without notice. For more information, visit www.contiki.com/payearly
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