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Contiki's Ancient Wonders: Rome Athens Cairo
An awe-inspiring odyssey of ancient civilisations for travellers ages 18 - 35
We couldn’t get you a time machine. But this? This is the next best thing. Over 10 days, you’ll uncover three of our planet’s most renowned ancient civilisations. Zipping through the skies from one historical spot to another - you’ll see the ruins of the Roman empire. The mighty buildings of the Greek world. And of course, the magnificent Pyramids of Giza (all with local guides!). Trust us, your bucket list is gonna love this one.
December 6 - 15, 2025
From $3,115 CAD
Other dates available at other rates - please inquire
DAY 1 ROME
Our ancient exploration begins in Rome - once known as the ‘capital of the world’. Meet your fam this evening before we take on the cobblestoned streets to kick off with an Italian feast at a local restaurant. Aer dinner, ticking off historical sights (and tossing coins) will be on the agenda as we take on Rome with a walking tour.
Meals: Dinner
Included Experiences:
- Dinner at La Traoria de Gli Amici MAKE TRAVEL MATTER ® Experience
- Tour Rome on Foot
DAY 2 ROME
Get your gladiator face on! Today’s your chance to check out this city's monuments and museums in your free time. Just remember to keep some space in your tummy - you wouldn’t wanna miss out on the chance to make & eat pasta in Rome.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3 ROME
Today's the day, people. We're taking a guided tour of the one and only - Colosseum & Roman Forum. And aer our tour of all-things-epic this morning, Rome’s all yours to explore. Want some local recs for dinner? Your Trip Manager will point you in the right direction.
Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences:
- Emperors & Gladiators inc Colosseum
DAY 4 ROME TO ATHENS
Rome Nooo, it’s time to leave Rome already?! We’ll see the city pass us by as we catch the train to the airport this morning. And a short flight later, we’ll have arrived in another historical hotspot - known for its mythology, architecture and well, food.
Athens Welcome to Athens! The city’s yours to explore this evening before we regroup for fresh tzatziki, gyros and plenty of chats at a local restaurant.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5 ATHENS
Pose like a Greek god in front of the Acropolis today as a local guide will show us around the most iconic (and historic) spots in the city. Later tonight, you can join us for a tour of Athens’ most famous foodie hotspots.
Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Explore Athens & the Acropolis on a Locally Guided Tour
DAY 6 ATHENS
Athens Our time travel leads us to an island cruise today. You’ll have the chance to explore the idyllic beaches, traditional towns and legendary monuments of Aegina, Poros and Hydra on a day trip. Deep slumbers are due tonight before we cast off to our final ancient wonder of the trip.
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7 ATHENS TO CAIRO
Goodbye Athens, you’ve been nothing but mesmerising. Now it’s time to check out some mummies.
Hello Cairo We'll find a city of ornate mosques, sparkling skyscrapers & sprawling avenues of 19th-century faded grandeur awaiting us. Egypt's capital is full of energy, but we'll save the proper exploring for tomorrow. Oh, and dinner’s on us tonight!
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8 CAIRO
Aaaand now…the moment you have all been waiting for. Time to see the Pyramids of Giza! Get the tissues ready, seeing the iconic Sphinx & pyramids in all their 4,600 year old glory will make for a day that stirs you to the very core.
Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Visit the Egyptian Museum
- Explore the Pyramids of Giza
DAY 9 CAIRO
Today, we’ll dedicate some time to discovering Cairo. Aer a guided tour of the city, you’ll have the option of exploring the Grand Egyptian Museum (one of the world’s largest museums!) with a local guide. Looking for things to do in the evening? How about a cruise on the Nile with a buffet dinner & show?
Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
- Tour Cairo's Hottest Spot
DAY 10 CAIRO
Sorry to break it to you, but we have to come back to the present now. Feast on breakfast and hitch a li to the airport before saying goodbye to your crew. There’s a new found sense of wonder in the air. And there’s always another destination waiting to be discovered.
Meals: Breakfast
With 3 bucket list destinations in 1 adventure this is the trip of a lifetime! Reach out to our team to start planning your Contiki trip today.
Categories:escorted and guided vacations
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