This new tour of Berlin is guided by a Syrian refugee – Lonely Planet Travel News

This is a tour of Berlin with a difference Contiki

The tour is led by Heshm Moadamani, a Syrian man displaced from his native country along with 6.7 million of his fellow citizens, who travelled to Berlin during the migrant crisis. The tour makes parallels between Berlins dark history, with its wall built to separate east and west sides of the city during the Communist era, and the humanitarian horrors that have plagued the war-torn country of Syria over the past decade.

We call it conscious travelits an authentic connection to place and the people that call it home for a more enriching local experience, said Dan Christian, Contiki USA CEO. Its a completely different perspective...its real, its rawno filters.

Christian goes on to say that Gen Z and millennials are looking to use their precious vacation days for deeper experiences that go beyond snagging that perfect Instagram shot. We get this [type of] traveller because we are these travellersits what were known for and were continuing to evolve along with them to create meaningful, immersive global experiences.

Berlin to Budapest by Train is one of Contikis newest train trips, a nine-day adventure from Berlin to Prague, Vienna and Budapest. Other Berlin activities include a stay at the Moxy, one of the citys coolest youth properties, drinks at traditional Bavarian beer hall Hofbruhaus House and base flying off the Park Inn Hotel.

Contikis conscious travel also extends to other destinations and itineraries. We are truly committed to making travel matter, encompassing everything from learning about endangered Cotton-Top Tamarin in Colombia, to supporting a local womens co-op in Jordan, says Christian. With the 25% discount running now through 31 October, Berlin to Budapest by Train costs US$1342 (1227), and financing is available from US$120 (109) per month. This price includes all transport (train and coach), an expert Trip Manager and local guides, eleven meals, all accommodations and unforgettable experiences.

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