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LIVE LIFE AS AN ADVENTURE. BREAK THE MOULD, CHALLENGE EVERYTHING. AND DO THINGS WITH PASSION OR NOT AT ALL. FIND YOUR PEOPLE. TREAD LIGHTLY, LIVE RESPONSIBLY, AND BE CONSCIOUS OF YOUR IMPACT. YOUR STORY IS MADE UP OF MOMENTS. MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT. These are the words we live by.

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INTRODUCIN G IC ONIC ESSENTIAL S A new & improved travel style centered around iconic experiences, all for less. Learn more on p.64.

A NEW LOOK AUSTRIAN GASTHOF

IMMERSIVE FOOD EXPERIENCES

Our Special Stay, Gasthof Schoneck, as you’ve never seen it before. Head to p.16 to see where you’ll stay.

Dining with locals in the comfort of their own homes? That’s EatWith. Get a taste on p.14.

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HELLO AFRIC A , ISRAEL & JORDAN All new trips in all new destinations. Discover more on p.180.

MORE FREE TIME C ONTIKI C ARES Contiki and TreadRight are making travel matter, more on p.22.

We’ve created a bunch of trips with extra free time. Check them out on p.40, p.106, p.108 & p.138.

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Travel with No Regrets What’s new We’ve got Europe covered The Contiki difference Ways to travel

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Experiences with No Regrets Food Accommodation Our Team Transport

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Savings and deals Q&A All our trips Trips by country Top trips

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LAUTERBRUNNEN, SWITZERLAND

2019 – 2020

WHAT ’S

NEW

INTRODUCIN G IC ONIC ESSENTIAL S A new & improved travel style centered around iconic experiences, all for less. Learn more on p.64.

A NEW LOOK AUSTRIAN GASTHOF

IMMERSIVE FOOD EXPERIENCES

Our Special Stay, Gasthof Schoneck, as you’ve never seen it before. Head to p.16 to see where you’ll stay.

Dining with locals in the comfort of their own homes? That’s EatWith. Get a taste on p.14.

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@KRISTYMAREE

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HELLO AFRIC A , ISRAEL & JORDAN All new trips in all new destinations. Discover more on p.180.

MORE FREE TIME C ONTIKI C ARES Contiki and TreadRight are making travel matter, more on p.22.

We’ve created a bunch of trips with extra free time. Check them out on p.40, p.106, p.108 & p.138.

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Travel with No Regrets What’s new We’ve got Europe covered The Contiki difference Ways to travel

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Experiences with No Regrets Food Accommodation Our Team Transport

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Contiki Cares Better together Six-two TTC Buy with confidence

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Savings and deals Q&A All our trips Trips by country Top trips

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WE’VE GOT T R AV E L L E R P I C K S EUROPEAN HORIZONS

EUROPEAN DISCOVERY

The one that fits in the best of Europe’s icons for those short on time 10 days

The one that uncovers Europe’s finest in 12 days, complete with Bavarian beer & gondola rides p.38 12 days

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EASTERN ROAD

The one that goes in-depth in stunning Scandinavia in under 2 weeks 12 days

The one that gives the ultimate Eastern European experience with 6 countries in 13 days p.136 13 days

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Kickstart your trip from our London home, see p.29.

ICELAND BLUE LAGOON

ISRAEL & JORDAN UNCOVERED

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Soak in the famous Blue Lagoon, Reykjavik

SKAFTAFELL SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

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WEST HIGHLANDS EDINBURGH GLASGOW

The one that explores the birthplace of civilisation in 11 days, from vibrant culture to ancient relics p.182 11 days

SCOTLAND

LONDONDERRY NORTHERN IRELAND

SCANDINAVIA

THE BASEMENT

CAPE, SAFARI & FALLS

LAKE DISTRICT

BELFAST

YORK MANCHESTER LIVERPOOL

IRELAND GALWAY

DUBLIN

ENGLAND

The one that combines Cape Town, Kruger National Park & Victoria Falls 11 days

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AMSTERDAM

WARWICK

WALES

CORK

CARDIFF

BRISTOL

NETHERLANDS

LONDON

BELGUIM

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GREECE

SPAIN

CROATIA

Simply Italy 12 days Italian Espresso 8 days Mediterranean Quest 9 days

Greek Island Hopping p.108 13 days Mykonos & Santorini Island Escape 9 days p.79 Greek Sailing p.158 8 days

Spanish Spree 14 days Ibiza & Beyond 9 days Fiestas & Siestas 12 days

Croatia Island Escape p.156 8 days Croatian Island Hopper North p.154 8 days Best of Balkans (start Split) 15 days p.128

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CLIFFS OF MOHER Be blown away (almost literally) by the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland

JORDAN

AFRICA MIDDLE EAST

European Escapade 25 days European Trail 23 days Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days European Experience 20 days European Whirl 18 days Great Britain & Ireland 16 days

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Eastern Rocker 8 days European Magic 9 days East Africa Safari 13 days European Highlights 14 days Mediterranean Escape 10 days Adriatic Unearthed 15 days

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EGYPT

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Have a look at all our trips on p.195.

PARIS

You can start most of our Iconic Essentials & Discoverer trips from London, Paris or Amsterdam. Look out for the ﬂag for options of where to start and end on each trip page.

SPAIN VALENCIA

LISBON

IBIZA

CORDOBA

UGANDA KENYA

SEVILLE

GRANADA

TANZANIA

ZIMBABWE BOTSWANA

T H E M E Z Q U I TA SOUTH AFRICA

Let your eyes be dazzled by The Mezquita, Cordoba

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GEIRANGER

FINLAND

GJOVIK

VOSS

NORWAY

HELSINKI

OSLO

ST PETERSBURG STOCKHOLM

RED SQUARE Head into the heart of The Kremlin & Red Square, Moscow

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RUSSIA

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WARSAW

GERMANY

NETHERLANDS

POLAND

RHINE VALLEY

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MILAN CINQUE TERRE

TYROL

AUSTRIA

VENICE SLOVENIA

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VIENNA

SALZBURG

BUDAPEST

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Soak your worries away at Széchenyi Baths, Budapest

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SPLIT DUBROVNIK

ITALYROME

SZÉCHENYI

BELGRADE

ALBANIA CORFU

STRUGA

KAVALA CANAKKALE

GREECE

GALLIPOLI

TURKEY

PREVEZA DELPHI

ISTANBUL

ATHENS

OLYMPIA MYKONOS IOS

IZMIR KUSADASI BODRUM

SANTORINI

P O S I TA N O , A M A L F I Snap a panorama of picture-perfect Positano, Amalﬁ Coast

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EVERY ONE OF OUR TRIPS DID YOU KNOW HAS A UNIQUE HASHTAG You can also start our High Check the hashtag on most the tripofpage and Energy & Discoverer trips from Paris let the alumni of 2018 inspire your 2019 or Amsterdam? European summer.

OVERNIGHT STOPS CONTIKI EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL STAYS

PAMUKKALE RHODES

BLUE MOSQUE Tour through the 20,000 blue tiles of the Blue Mosque, Istanbul

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THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE

REAL EXPERIENCES All of the icons, the things you can only do with Contiki and a few unexpected surprises along the way. Our experiences are designed around you. Do as many or as little as you like. Your trip, your rules. See more on p.12.

For over 50 years, we’ve been fine-tuning the secret formula needed to make the ultimate travel experience. We know you need the essentials included (like lots of wifi), but we also know you need more than that. You want accommodation that isn’t just comfortable but is also part of the experience. You’re looking for experiences you might not be able to find on you own. We know you’re after local insight – someone who’s done it all before

and who gives tried and tested advice. With this in mind, our secret formula isn’t so secret after all. In actual fact, it comes down to 5 key ingredients which make all the difference.

GONDOLA RIDE, VENICE, ITALY, @STEPHCEBALLOS

Others may do some things well, we do all of these better.

THE BEST TEAM You know that friend who’s travelled everywhere and has a nose for what’s good? That’s our team. Bursting with equal amounts of local insight and infectious enthusiasm, these guys are at the top of their game and know how to deliver the goods. See more on p.18.

TRIP MANAGER CARLY AT PLITVICE LAKES, CROATIA

EAT LOCAL Cooking classes, local family run restaurants and immersive dining experiences that will see you eating in locals’ homes – just a taste of what we do with food. We’ve taste tested (just to be sure) all in pursuit of foodie excellence. See more on p.14.

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UNIQUE ACCOMMODATION So, so important to us. We own our own properties in Europe, we’ve partnered with some of the coolest hostel brands on the continent and we’ve researched the comfiest 3 & 4 star hotels available. We’ve done the research, now it’s your turn to enjoy it all. See more on p.16.

ITH A C OMPANY WHO C ARES

We’re committed to sustainable tourism and treading lightly. See more on p.22.

AND (OF COURSE) FAR OUT BEACH CLUB, IOS, GREECE

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AWESOME PEOPLE And finally, you guys – you’re the final ingredient. Being exclusively 18-35 means you’ll meet people from all over the world who just get you. Laughter, adventure and friendships all guaranteed. See more on p.24.

LOADS OF FREE TIME All of our trips include loads of free time each day to make your experience entirely your own.

WIFI Stay connected to the world every step of the way; on our coaches, at our properties and at most hotels.

COMFY TRANSPORT Our coaches are sleek, sexy and efficient and make the journey around Europe half the fun.

NO COMPULSORY TIPPING No hidden costs here; tip what you like, when you like and only if you like. SANTORINI, GREECE

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WAYS TO TRAVEL

Travel experiences created with you in mind.

Our different travel styles are all about giving you choice. Differentiated by how many places you want to visit and how much you want included in the price, it means you know exactly what you’re getting when you travel with us. No matter the style, every trip with us delivers value without compromise.

ICONIC ESSENTIALS STRETCH YOUR BUDGET Explore the continent with only the essentials included to keep costs down. Customise your trip with Free Time Add-Ons and sleep in accommodation that’s simple, unique and super fun. See p.64 for more.

EIFFEL TOWER, PARIS, FRANCE, @CHLOEIBBOTSON

BOAT TOUR OF CAPRI, ITALY

LEMON GROVE, AMALFI COAST, ITALY

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER GO LOCAL Culturally rich, food centric and geared towards getting under the skin of a particular country or region, plus nights spent in cosy twin share hotels. See p.100 for more.

DISCOVERER S E E I T ALL, DO IT ALL See more of Europe on our most popular travel style, with a wide range of experiences included, spending your nights in comfy twin share hotels. See p.32 for more.

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DISCOVERER

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

STRETCH YOUR BUDGET

S E E I T AL L , D O I T ALL

GO LOCAL

D E S TI N ATIONS

Experience many countries and cultures all on one trip

Explore one region or country in depth

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Just the essentials included, visiting all the icons

Visit the must sees, plus lots of can’t miss experiences included in the cost of your trip

Lots of included local experiences, centered around cultural immersion

FOOD

Breakfast included every day

Local restaurant meals included

Homemade meals at Special Stays & Cabin Villages, with menus designed by a Masterchef judge, made with locally sourced ingredients

Cultural foodie experiences, like wine tastings and cooking lessons

Immersive dining experiences in locals’ homes on every trip

Hostels, Cabin Villages & Special Stays

3 & 4 star hotels

Maximum quad share

Twin share only

Simple, unique & fun

Close to the action

Local & more central

Trip Manager & Driver on hand and in the know

Trip Manager & Driver who are regional specialists

On-Site Team at Special Stays & Cabin Villages

Our network of Local Guides

Seamless transport included to get you from A to B on our state of the art coaches

Summer from £90 per day Winter from £95 per day

Summer from £108 per day Winter from £96 per day

Summer from £104 per day Winter from £90 per day

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Plus, check out our other awesome travel styles.

Locally run cooking classes

SAILING & CRUISE

SHORT TRIPS & FESTIVALS

SKI & SNOWBOARD

CAMPING

Sun, sea & sand. See p.150 for more.

For life’s moments. See p.170 for more.

Keep it cosy. See p.164 for more.

Sleep under the stars. See p.160 for more.

NEW FOR 2019: WANT MORE TIME? Some of our trips spend 3 nights in each destination, giving you extra free time to explore at your own pace. Check out the trips on p.40, p.106, p.108 & p.138.

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EXPERIENCES WITH NO REGRETS Make every moment count –– that’s what our experiences are all about. Travel is about the places you visit, but it’s what you do in that destination that really makes the difference. You want to be amazed. You want to connect to a culture. You want to do something utterly incredible; something you never even knew you could do. So that’s how we’ve designed our experiences. Iconic, unique and unexpected, take your pick and create a trip that is bespoke to you and your budget. We split out experiences into two groups – No Regrets Inclusions and Free Time Add-Ons.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS These experiences are included in the cost of your trip, they’re the ones you just can’t afford to miss. Because if wine tasting in Tuscany isn’t an essential, then we don’t know what is.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS Want to do something awesome with your free time? Take your pick from our menu of Add-Ons. These are the kinds of experiences you never even imagined you’d be doing in Europe, available to buy once you’re on your trip.

The icons. THE THINGS YOU CAN’T MISS. You’re coming to Europe, so damn right you want to tick off seeing the Eiffel Tower, the Colosseum, the Acropolis, or that Insta fabled Santorini sunset. We’ll show you them all but with a Contiki twist, like skipping the 1000 person deep queue, or giving you insider access for the ultimate view.

The best views of the Eiffel Tower: from the top of Montparnasse Tower Learn about the 2000 year old Pantheon, Rome Soak in the famous Blue Lagoon, Reykjavik The impossible to recreate Pyramids, Cairo Check out famous street (wall) art at The Eastside Gallery, Berlin Enjoy a stein with entry to local beer hall Hofbrauhaus, Munich

Look out for the No Regrets Inclusions and Free Time Add-Ons icons on trip pages to see what you will experience on each trip. #NOREGRETS: 1. @emmoriaty, Gondola ride, Venice; 2. @britt_hercus, Plitvice, Croatia; 3. Dubrovnik old town walls, Croatia; 4. @hannagregg, Trevi Fountain, Rome 5. @contikievans, Mike’s Bikes, Munich; 6. Paragliding, Hopfgarten

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FREE TIME It’s important. Time to discover on your own, to get off the beaten path and hunt down those out-of-the-way experiences. Even time to get lost. We organise a bunch of stuff, but we also know having time to yourself is super important. All of our trips include loads of free time each day, giving you the freedom to do your own thing.

The unique.

The unexpected.

THE THINGS YOU ONLY GET WITH CONTIKI.

THE THINGS THAT WILL SURPRISE YOU.

Tapping into the local culture of Europe is what we pride ourselves on and our experiences reflect this. Cooking classes, locally guided walks, street art tours, and even dining with locals in their own homes are just some of the unique experiences we have to offer and you can only get them with us.

With us, expect the unexpected. Who knew you’d be the one leading the plate smashing in Athens’ Plaka district dinner, or have the courage to brave the white water rapids of the Austrian Tyrol? We did. We do heaps of things we know you’ll love. Let us surprise you.

Il Pallagio wine tasting in a Tuscan castle, Tuscany Picnic to the top of the world, Beaujolais wine region Zen out with yoga on the Château lawn, Beaujolais wine region Captain’s cruise on Contiki legend George’s boat, Corfu Authentic Spanish food on a local’s rooftop with Eatwith, Seville Taste every flavour of schnapps after dinner with Austrian farmers, Tyrol

Get blown away (almost literally) by the Cliffs of Moher, Ireland Colourful houses, craggy cliffs and azure ocean of Cinque Terre, Italy Spy engineering genius in the salt mines, Krakow Soak up the serenity cruising the Geiranger Fjord, Norway Glacier hiking on top of the world at snowy Jungfrau, Switzerland Float through UNESCO listed, gorgeously colourful Burano, Venice

Important: Free Time Add-On activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators and on occasion, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities and be aware that some of our add-ons can be physically demanding and may involve some risk.

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If you agree that to travel is to eat, you’ve come to the right place. Foodie friends, welcome to Munch. Munch is our food philosophy and sums up everything to do with food on Contiki: –– It’s breakfast every day, plus a handful of included lunches and dinners at local (and super cute) restaurants –– It’s our eclectic range of foodie centric Free Time Add-On experiences, like cooking classes and wine tastings

–– It’s our immersive dining experiences, courtesy of Eatwith, that will have you dining in the homes of locals –– And it’s the menus we’ve crafted with a Masterchef judge, for all of our Special Stays. Traditional French cassoulet, Austrian schnitzels, topped off with homemade éclairs, get in my belly…

T H E L O C A L R E S TA U R A N T Available on every travel style Trip Manager Chiara at Raspo de Ua, Burano @justkiki_bre

Raspo de Ua, in Burano, sums up the Contiki restaurant experience for me. Local, family run and unassuming but hands down some of the best risotto and seafood you’ll ever eat. It’s a total family affair with Dad cooking in the back and Mum taking orders, and every person who visits made to feel part of the family. The smells coming from the kitchen hits you from the moment you walk in and the complimentary shot of Amaretto at the end just seals the deal. Simply bellissimo.

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Seafood Risotto, Burano, Italy Pizza, Positano, Italy

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C O M E E AT W I T H M E Available on In-Depth Explorer Eatwith host, Giorgio in Milan @gramegna

I often get asked why I do Eatwith and really, the answer is simple – I want to share my love for food with others. From an early age I always wanted to be a chef; there’s something so special about the way in which food can create a connection between people, even if they don’t speak the same language. When I invite people into my kitchen, I normally start with

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THE CHÂTEAU CHEF Available on Iconic Essentials Contiki Chef, Bridie Flynn @bridieflynn

It’s 7am and already the market is buzzing. Chefs from the local restaurants are here to get the freshest produce so I have to move quick. Fortunately, I know what I need - 110 chicken thighs, 8 bunches of carrots, 8 bulbs of garlic and 48 wheels of Camembert. Back at the Château, it’s time to get prepping. Having

trained with a professional Masterchef, I know exactly what to do to get the most from these delicious, regional flavours. Every meal I make for the travellers who come through the Château is crafted with passion – I never knew I could love cooking so much until I started working here!

#MUNCH 1 Tapas, Seville, Spain 2 Eatwith Cooking Lesson, Milan, Italy 3 Homemade Coq Au Vin, Château de Cruix, France 4 Contiki Chef Tania, Hopfgarten, Austria

an Italian antipasti of meats and cheeses. For the main, I do a homemade tagliatelle with Bolognese sauce, cooked for 20 hours, followed up with tiramisu. And of course, Aperol Spritz or Italian wine on the side. I’ve lived in Milan for more than 10 years so I’m full of tips for people looking to see a different, more local side to the city. Ask me anything!

IMMERSIVE DINING EXPERIENCES IN THE KITCHENS & HOMES OF LOCALS

more than just a bed Central hotels, cool hostels and Special Stays with a diﬀerence. These are the places you’ll stay in Europe. Think great locations, the best vibes and the ultimate experience for you. CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX, SPECIAL STAY, BEAUJOLAIS REGION, FRANCE

f you’re looking for accommodation that’s more than just a place to lay your head, you’re in the right spot. Depending on the travel style you choose, you’ll either be sleeping in comfy 3 and 4 star

hotels, awesome hostels, or our Special Stay properties that boast serious wow factor. Because no one has time for lumpy pillows when there’s a whole continent to explore.

STALK EXACTLY WHERE YOUʼLL BE STAYING ON EVERY TRIP OVER AT CONTIKI.COM/EUROPE/ACCOMMODATION

OKEANIS BEACH HOTEL, SANTORINI

CONTIKIVILLAGE,ROME

GASTHOF SCHOENECK HOPFGARTEN FREE WIFI AT MOST ACCOMMODATION

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hostels AVAILABLE ON ICONIC ESSENTIALS TRIPS MORE ON P.66

Partnering with some of Europe’s coolest hostel brands like Generator, Wombats, A&O, Plus and Via, means you are 100% guaranteed to love our

hostel accommodation. Think great locations, awesome social spaces and bars, a fun vibe, plus maximum quad share in every room. PLUS HOSTEL, BERLIN

GENERATOR HOSTEL, MADRID

YELLOWHOSTEL,ROME

POSEIDON HOTEL, ATHENS

VIA HOSTEL, AMSTERDAM

hotels AVAILABLE ON DISCOVERER AND IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRIPS MORE ON P.34 & P.102

3 and 4 star, often locally owned, our hotels are twin share only and come complete with all the DIVANIPALACE,CORFU

essential mod cons. Plus they’re all located either centrally, or in the coolest neighbourhoods in town. IBIS, MILAN

special stays NEW AND IMPROVED

AVAILABLE ON ICONIC ESSENTIALS TRIPS MORE ON P.66

A 16th century French château, a snuggly (and newly renovated) Austrian Gasthof and a traditional Swiss chalet – all ours (or rather, yours) to enjoy.

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Plus stay at our Contiki Cabin Villages throughout Europe. All totally Contiki exclusive, with Contiki only parties happening on every single visit.

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JUNGFRAU, LAUTERBRUNNEN

GASTHOF SCHOENECK, HOPFGARTEN

PRESIDENT,ATHENS

T R AV E L W I T H THESE GUYS Professional, insightful and always ready to go, our team are the ones who will bring Europe to life, right in front of your eyes. They are a never ending source of knowledge (check out just how much they have to learn below), know Europe even better than Google Maps and are always on

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to be part of our 2019 crew.

You know the friend who’s so well travelled and that always gives the best advice? That’s our crew of Trip Managers, Drivers, OnSite Team Members & Local Guides.

hand with a fun fact, local tip and killer playlist. They are the people who make your experience, and the guys who live and breathe our No Regrets approach to life, every single day.

35 GRADUATES

who became our Trip Managers.

CREW ON THE GROUND in Europe plus 100s more Local Guides.

25 COUNTRIES

MINUTES

to know in depth.

to know like the back of their hand.

worth of fun facts given every day on pop culture, local life, food, art and architecture.

MAJOR DESTINATIONS

COFFEES DRANK per Trip Manager, each summer.

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1350 151 BOTTLES RECYCLED

ATMS FOUND

by every driver each year.

right where you need them, all over Europe.

MILLION KM

REGRETS

of Europe covered by our coaches.

when you travel with us.

THINK YOU HAVE DID YOU KNOW WHAT IT TAKES? You can also start mo from Sign up at contiki.com/jobs Paris

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C A R LY Trip Manager

T O M Trip Manager @gum_boot

MARTINA

FU LLY Q U ALIFIED CLI NICA L N EU RO P SYCH O LO G IST WHO CH O SE A LIFE O F T R AVEL INSTEA D

CA N TA LK UND ERWATER WITH A MOUTH FULL OF MA R BLES

PART TIME YOGA TEACHER & FULL TIME ITALIAN FOOD LOVER

JARED

TA N I A

@contikicarl

Trip Manager

@martinanichola

@jredwebby

Contiki Driver @hiajourney_

M AST ER O F T H E BACKFLIP OFF A BO AT... ASK H IM FOR TIPS

KNOWS LITERALLY EVERY SINGLE TRAVEL HACK. TOP TIPS FOR DAYS

CAN SAY ‘YES, CHEF!’ IN THREE DIFFERENT LANGUAGES: ENGLISH, AFRIKAANS AND PORTUGUESE

TA H L I A

CHIARA

ZACH

On-Site, Hopfgarten

Trip Manager

Contiki Chef, Hopfgarten

@taniaalaia

Trip Manager

@tahliastockley

@justkiki_bre

@followthyfro

H AS T H E BEST PART Y TR ICK ( CAN YO U LICK YO UR ELBOW?)

WEARS DRESSES BUT RIDES A CRUISER SKATEBOARD

U S ED T O B E A R AD I O P R E S EN T E R , S L I N G I N G AF T ER N O O N T U N E S F R O M 1-4P M

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IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT THE DESTINATION. IT’S ABOUT THE

Journey

Want to know the biggest secret of Contiki? The magic happens where you least expect it – the in-between bits. You won’t understand it until you’ve done it and once you have you’ll give anything to go back...

@LUKE_FENTY, CONTIKI COACH IN AUSTRIA

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RANDOM THIN GS YOU LEARN ON A C OAC H

THE MAGIC SEE UNKNOWN DESTINATIONS Travelling by coach means you’ll unearth places you’ve never even heard of, places between cities you wouldn’t discover any other way.

THE GREENEST WAY TO TRAVEL Thanks to our EURO 6 engines, coach travel is one of the lowest impact forms of travel possible. Get this - the air that comes out of the engines, is actually cleaner than the air that goes in…

NO AIRPORT FAFFING We cross borders minus security and travel liquids related stress.

NO LUGGAGE HAULING

That you miss hopping between cities on flights

Just your bags delivered straight to your hotel, every time. No dragging, no sweat, no stress.

1. The best pizza you will eat will be at a service station, it will cost you about €1 and you can’t blame us when nothing ever tastes as good as that slice.

MAGICAL MOMENTS

2. Snoop Dogg tried to rent the whole country of Lichtenstein once. Thinking about it, Lichtenstein said it was possible - but Snoop’s crew couldn’t give them enough time to make it happen. Contiki Fam reunion idea? Take all the time you need Lichtenstein.

Sounds corny, but trust us the coach is where it all happens - the post night out de-brief, the d&m chats, the story swapping and the friendships. And that’s why we’ll never travel any other way.

3. There are actually more yellow taxis in Athens than New York City!

MUSIC MEMORIES

4. The Portuguese introduced coffee to Brazil, tea to the British, chillies and samosas to India, tempura to Japan and spring rolls to China.

We’ll just leave the words ‘Contiki day song’ right here…

5. The lavender fields on the roadside as you drive through Provence smell better than any perfume.

ALL THE COACH LIFE ESSENTIALS

@HIAJOURNEY_, CONTIKI DRIVER

IN-SEAT USB CHARGING POINTS

USB CHARGING POINTS On every seat ‘cos lack of battery is one of life’s most irritating situations. TV SCREENS For films, turning travel time into movie ‘n’ chill time. AN AWESOME SOUND SYSTEM You bring the tunes.

COACH GAMES, AUSTRIA

WHITE WATER RAFTING READY, HOPFGARTEN

AIR-CONDITIONING To stay cool and comfy, all summer long. WIFI Always a good perk, right? INCREDIBLE LOOKS Matte black, selfiewrapped or hand sketched our Contiki fleet is a guaranteed head turner.

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contiki cares powered by TreadRight

M A K E T R AV E L M A T T E R We believe sustainable tourism matters. Contiki Cares is our commitment to preserving the planet, wildlife, and giving back to the communities we visit for generations to come.

CONTIKI CARES PROJECTS Since 2008, Contiki has been partnered with some incredible organisations and people that we continue to support. These provide backing for sustainability and conservation initiatives and educate travellers through Earth Month expeditions. TREADRIGHT

2008 LAUNCHES SUSTAINABLE COASTLINES

2011

2012 SHARKS COUNT SEA TURTLE CONSERVANCY

s much as we care about exploring the world, we also care about protecting it and that’s where Contiki Cares comes in. Contiki Cares is our sustainability initiative powered by the TreadRight Foundation, our founding partner. Together we’re on a mission; to have a positive impact on the people and communities we visit, to protect

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2014 and preserve wild and marine life and to care for the planet we all call home. But we don’t just support these projects, we also visit and work alongside them first hand, giving our travellers the opportunity to give back on their journeys. And it’s not just our travellers getting involved, it’s our staff too, each and every one of us dedicated to leaving this world in the same state we found it in.

CENTRO DE TEXTILES TRADICIONALES DEL CUSCO

MAR LEADERSHIP OCEANA

SEA TURTLE CONSERVANCY & SURFRIDERS AUSTRALIA

2015 SURFRIDERS

2016 AUSTRALIA ME-TO-WE INDIA & ECUADOR

2017 ME-TO-WE

2018 AFRICA

CHECK OUT CONTIKI.COM/CONTIKICARES AND TREADRIGHT.ORG FOR MORE.

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MAKING CHAPATIS, ME TO WE INDIA TRIP

To make travel mutually beneficial for all, you need to invest in the local communities and the individual people who make the experience so unique – it’s that simple. We are committed to not only protecting the cultures,

traditions and crafts of the communities we visit, but also to empower these communities, especially women, to understand their abilities and translate this into financial gain.

ITS ABOUT GIVIN G BAC K ME TO WE Spend time in Ecuador, India or Africa, volunteering on a ME to WE project. Working in partnership with ME to WE, these trips give you the chance to work on a sustainable development project (think building a school or installing a

W O M E N ’ S C O O P E R AT I V E J O R D A N water well) and will also see you visiting some of the most remote and beautiful destinations in the world. See contiki.com/metowe for more information.

Reduce and reuse isn’t just a catch phrase for us, it’s a lifestyle. We’ve committed to eliminating single use plastics at any of our Contiki owned properties in Europe, our offices, and on the road by 2022. In 2019 our crew will all be equipped with innovative, reusable bottles, which travellers will be able to buy on trip.

In 2017 we introduced e-docs which allows our travellers to receive their documents digitally. There’s no need for paper and they’ll have a tree planted in their name as part of our plant a tree initiative.

Think travelling by car, train or plane is more eco friendly than a coach trip? Think again, we use Euro 6 coaches, the most environmentally friendly way to travel Europe.

All of this, whilst supporting projects striving to keep our oceans and coastlines clean, are just some of the ways we’re committing to safeguarding the future of our planet.

Travelling on our new Israel & Jordan Uncovered trip (p.182) will see you visiting the Iraq Al-Amir Women’s Cooperative in Jordan. The Cooperative supports local female artisans by giving them both the training and the opportunity to sell their

cultural handicrafts to travellers. The result? The women have an independent income source to support themselves and their families, not to mention a sense of self-worth. See contiki.com/israelandjordan for more information.

STORYTELLERS, SURFRIDERS, AUSTRALIA

The world’s wildlife is balancing on a dangerous precipice so it is our responsibility to protect those species most at risk from extinction. Partnering with leading wildlife organisations such as wildlifeSOS.org and wildernessfoundation.org, we

work to protect and rehabilitate elephant, rhino and big cat populations around the world, whilst also educating our travellers on ethical wildlife experiences. When the buying stops the killing stops.

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LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND, @LITTLE_JAQ

better together Travel is an experience best shared with friends, it’s that simple.

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@yongpaul I’m pretty lucky to be able to travel, but I’m truly blessed, because I got to travel with these kind and beautiful souls. All the incredible things I saw and experienced would’ve meant nothing without all of you, so thank you. You’re all real ones Ciao

“11AM SWIM STOP WOULD BE GOOD RIGHT NOW YEAH? “HVAR, CROATIA, @_ EMMAGANLEY_

MYKONOS, GREECE, @MARINASCHULTHAIS

The stories, the memories, the ‘you had to be there’ moments – each down to the friendships you’ll make on your travels. Sure, you’ll meet as strangers but you’ll leave with some of the best friends in the entire world.

FIRST CONTIKI EXPERIENCE I wasn’t sure about going on a Contiki. I didn’t know what to expect. I was blown away by the people I met, the quality of accommodation and service, as well as everything we managed to fit into the trip.

courtney DUBROVNIK, CROATIA, @COURTNEYILLINGWORTH

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CHATEAU DE CRUIX, BEAUJOLAIS REGION, @REECEGIBBO_

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@kennyd2411 11 days, 6 places, 200km walked (apparently) and many amazing sunsets with even more amazing people later. This was definitely the best holiday I’ve ever been on and won’t be my last Contiki!

“FEELINGONTOPOFTHEWORLD”JUNGFRAU, SWITZERLAND, @LIANAFALLON_

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@michellehedgecoe What an adventure. There are not enough words to capture the experiences we have shared together over the past few weeks! Thank you for everything; for encouraging as many gelato stops as possible in EVERY city, visiting all the ‘Farmacias’ and ‘Apothekes’ with me, climbing ALL the stairs in Europe, sharing your peanut puffs with me on the coach and all the laughs! Until our next adventure!

Everything was great, I loved absolutely everything about the trip. Could not fault Contiki. Bryce and our driver Conor were absolute legends and I had the time of my life. Would 100% do Contiki again. EUROPEAN TRAIL, 2019

caitlyn

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CONTIKI.COM/SIX-TWO

As a group tour sceptic I had many thoughts before going on Contiki by Karina Parker, six-two community contributor, Australia

booked my first Contiki trip back in April, when my work life was too overwhelming. I was desperate for a holiday and I booked the first tour I saw where I wouldn’t have to have any responsibilities. This tour was the Adriatic Unearthed.

like a lifetime. The people I met on the trip felt like my family. The coach that we travelled on every day felt like home. All of my apprehensions drifted away and I could not imagine travelling around the world in any other way in the future.

I’d never really considered Contiki before this point and in all honesty, I was nervous. I had visions where I’d be sitting in the corner of a bar sipping on my Sprite alone or walking through cities by myself because I had nothing in common with my fellow tour mates.

Everything about the trip was perfect. In every single moment, all I experienced was pure joy; except for when it ended. I was left sobbing at the side of a road as I waved goodbye to the greatest people I’ve ever met.

These ideas ended up being the furthest things from the truth. As a strong advocate for solo backpacking, I desperately wanted to be able to walk away from my trip with my nose in the air, still claiming solo travel is superior. By my first day of this group tour, I was totally and utterly converted to the way of Contiki. Upon arrival, I met up with my tour in Campo de-Fiori. They were so welcoming and friendly – nothing like how I’d imagined. Maybe, I thought, I wouldn’t be strolling through the streets of Europe completely alone… The 14 days in Europe that followed felt

All assumptions I made up to this point about Contiki, were wrong. No bond I make with fellow travellers in hostels while backpacking will compare to the friendships I made with those glorious humans I sat with on that Contiki coach. I hate Contiki, because nothing in my future travels will ever be as amazing as the trip I went on this past summer.

DO IT ON #ADRIATICUNEARTHED P.124

I hate Contiki, because nothing in my future travels will ever be as amazing as the trip I went on this past summer.

COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTOR PROGRAM Do you love to write, have a knack for travel photography, or love making travel videos? Now you’re speaking our language. The six-two community program is designed for you - people bubbling with creative talent (or just great travel stories) who want a platform to share their stories. Interested? Head to www.contiki.com/ six-two/community

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We work with the world’s best storytellers. We talk about topics that matter to you. We tell stories that capture the imagination.

NORWAY THE STORY TELLER

Ginny Copestake six-two Editor

OUR MISSION To explore how travel has the ability to make us the best possible versions of ourselves.

Travel with us, engage with your world and be part of the story.

N O R WAY – LESSONS IN HAPPINESS DO IT ON #SCANDINAVIA P.142

INDIA THE STORY TELLER

Nadine Sykora Canadian YouTuber

A WOMAN’S WORLD DO IT ON #ETERNALINDIA

Last year, Norway topped the World Happiness Report, claiming the title of ‘happiest county in the world’. But in a land where half the year is spent in darkness, living costs are through the roof, taxes are equally high and where it rains…a lot…how do they find happiness? We travelled to Norway to discover just that.

NEW ZEAL AND

India is one of the most difficult countries to be a woman – fact. Arranged and under age marriages and lack of education are just two of many issues faced by women in India, a traditionally patriarchal society. But slowly, slowly, things are changing here and it’s women who are the driving force of this change. We travelled to India to meet just a handful of these incredible women who are working with Contiki and to tell their stories for the world to hear.

THE STORY TELLER

Martin Foru Pro UK boxer

THE LEGEND OF THE HAKA DO IT ON #BIGTIKI

It is arguably the most recognised dance in all the world, performed by arguably the best rugby team in the world – the All Blacks. But how much do you really know about the Haka? That’s what this story sought to explore – the roots of this legendary war dance and its inextricable link to the Māori culture, the backbone and beating heart of New Zealand.

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CONTIKI.COM

YOU’RE ONLY YOUN G ON CE We’re not alone in the belief that being young and travelling the world, is the best relationship since wine and cheese. When you travel with us, you’re welcomed into our family – The Travel Corporation. These are the guys who have taught us everything we know; they’ve shown us that passion is everything, sustainability is key (read all about it on p.22), incredible service is what sets you apart, and that every trip and every travel experience should be nothing less than extraordinary.

let you experience the world in the same way we do; with wide eyes, youthful optimism, and the knowledge that travel is an experience best shared with friends. If you haven’t found the perfect trip with Contiki. One, if not several, of our unique and award winning sister brands are sure to be a match to your travel type.

C HOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE

TTC.com/ SocialTravel

The best thing about our family? The fact that our sister brands

U BY UNIWO R L D

BUSA BOUT

HAGGIS A DV ENTURE S

Re-defining river cruising for the young and young at heart.

Giving you freedom of choice to create your own adventure.

The wild child of Scottish adventures.

I had never even considered seeing Europe on a river cruise but after traveling with @UbyUniworld, I don’t think I will travel any other way.

I really enjoyed the @busabout.official style of travel and especially loved all the optional stops. They were little gems hidden within this amazing continent. It is a great way to meet new people, and have the benefit of travelling with others, even if you’re solo.

If you want to get the full Scottish experience, meet incredible people from around the world and have the best guides you should totally book with these guys. I did the 10 day tour and had a blast and ended up feeling Scottish.

Konnor - Australia

Avishag - Israel

Anna - U.K.

SHAM ROC K E R ADVE N T UR E S

Fan-feckin-tastic tours of Ireland We saw some of the most beautiful sights I have ever laid eyes upon, stayed in fantastic hostels/hotels, experienced the nightlife in Irish pubs, listened to gorgeous music and made some wonderful new friends. I am so grateful to Shamrocker Adventures for making my trip exceptional! Davie - Australia

UBYUNIWORLD.COM #TRAVELFORU

BUSABOUT.COM #BUSABOUT

HAGGISADVENTURES.COM #STAYWILD

SHAMROCKERADVENTURES.COM #FANFECKINTASTIC

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The Basement For a lot of travellers, a Contiki trip begins in London, one of the world’s coolest cities but pretty intimidating if you don’t know the ropes. Lucky then that we’ve got the Contiki Basement. Located right in the heart of town, this is a launchpad designed exclusively for Contiki travellers. Just think of it as your home away from home, with free WiFi, luggage storage, charge stations AND a free photo booth. Here you can book activities, day trips and theatre tickets, play ping pong, hang with your new travel crew or hit up our friendly staff for local recommendations. Basically, it’s the perfect place to begin your Contiki journey.

Service is more than what we do. It’s in our DNA. No anonymous online experience, no uncertainty, no “you’re on your own”. With Contiki, our service runs from the moment you start researching to when you’re back home planning your next adventure.

WHEN YOU A RRIV E

BEFORE YOUR TRIP

WHILE YOU’RE TRAVELLING

Dedicated support from Contiki experts, either via your travel agent or our teams.

A team available 24/7 to help with lost items, big questions and little inconveniences.

On-Site Team at the London Basement (see right) to welcome you to Europe and at our Special Stay properties to make your experience unforgettable.

And if you’re a last minute kind of traveller, stock up on last minute threads at our Contiki merch store. Visit contiki.com/contikistore to sneak a peek.

KI C KSTART Join us the night before your trip departs. Once we get some paperwork out of the way, we’ll take you on a tour through some of the city’s history as we stroll through leafy Bloomsbury (a.k.a our neighbourhood), walk the backstreets of Soho where you can seek out the best flat whites, through colourful Carnaby St, famous for being the birthplace of ‘Swinging London’ in the ‘60s, to end up in historical Trafalgar Square.

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CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

R E A DY T O BOOK

We make booking a trip simple. Low deposit, no change fees and flexible payment options make it easy to lock in your trip now, so if your plans change, your trip can too. I guess you could say we prefer a no strings attached kinda approach.

5 REASONS TO B O O K T O D AY

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£60 DEPOSIT Only £60 deposit to secure your trip today, giving you the freedom to change your mind without breaking the bank.

FLEXDEPOSIT But if you do change your mind, you never really lose your deposit with us. We’ll hold onto it for you to put towards another trip in the future or you can gift it to a mate. Please refer to p.192.

NO CHANGE FEES Booked the wrong date? Need to change your trip? No worries. We let you make those kinda changes for free. We’re cool like that. See p.192.

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PAY SECURELY We accept Mastercard, Visa, even PayPal so whichever way you like to pay you know that your money will reach us safely.

FLEXIBLE PAYMENT Unlike other travel companies, we don’t need full payment until 45 days before you leave so you can spread the cost out over time.

NO HIDDEN COSTS. WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET.

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S AV I N G S

DEALS

SAVE BIG

Check out all the best deals & oﬀers at contiki.com/deals to save big on your 2019-2020 trips.

SAVE EVEN MORE

BOOK TOGETHER

UP TO

10%

5% CONTIKI +

Not your ﬁrst trip with us? We’d like to welcome you back with a little discount on selected trips to say thanks

UP TO

M U LT I - T R I P

Can’t decide between two trips? Do both! Book 2 trips 7 days or longer and get up to 5% off the cheaper one. Boom!*

Everyone saves 10% when 10 or more book (or the 11th person goes free)

7.5% Everyone saves 7.5% when 7 or more book together

5% Everyone saves 5% when 4 or more book together

TRIPLE SHARE DISCOUNT

5% If you’re travelling on Discoverer or selected In-Depth Explorer trips, you can opt for a triple share room to save up to 5%

NEED FLIGHTS FOR YOUR TRIP? We can help you with these. Give us a call free on 0808 281 1120 to find out about our best deals

The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, national park fees, permits, extra accommodation, any applicable food funds, & optional activities). Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights to/from Europe that start or end your trip. Discounts are subject to availability & may be withdrawn at any point without notice. You can combine the Contiki+ discount (past traveller) and the multi trip discount (2nd trip discount) with group discounts (Book Together), on trips of 7 days or longer. Multiple discounts are added incrementally and not as a total amount off the gross price. It is possible to use a Contiki+ discount (past traveller) with a multi-trip discount on the same booking, however only one 5% discount will be applied per trip. Group discounts (‘Book Together’) are available on all trips & are based on the land portion of a twin-share trip. *The 5% multi trip discount will be applied to the lower priced of your two (or more) trips to Europe, please contact Contiki or your travel agent to apply relevant discounts when booking your trip.

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DISCOVERER. SEE IT ALL, DO IT ALL Uncover the very best of Europe through a wide range of experiences, all included in the cost of your trip. Treat your inner foodie to tasty meals courtesy of our favourite local restaurants and at night, go to sleep in comfy hotels close to the action.

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FROM

17 TRIPS

7 DAYS

SUMMER FROM

WINTER FROM

108 96 GBP PER DAY

GBP PER DAY

DUBROVNIK, CROATIA

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DISCOVERER. SEE IT ALL, DO IT ALL

sleep in comfort

IBIS, PARIS

Like to stay close to the action? You will do on Discoverer. As night time rolls around, settle down in our mix of 3 and 4 star hotels.

IBIS LA VILETTE, PARIS

HOTEL ADRIA, DUBROVNIK

IBIS MALA STRANA, PRAGUE

IBIS CENTRAL, PRAGUE

BERGHOTEL TRUBSEE, LUCERNE

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see more Discoverer is all about including more and we show that through our experiences. Sights, activities, wine tastings, we include it all and more.

Drift away from the tourist lanes to the colourful UNESCO world heritagelisted town of Burano, Venice Be awed by the network of cascading lakes, caves and waterfalls that make up Croatia’s oldest and most stunning National Park, Plitvice Lakes

Overdose on Swiss fondue (and all the chocolate), Lucerne Sip on a stein in a traditional Bavarian beer hall, Munich Take advantage of hard-to-get tickets and sashay your way to a dinner & show at the infamous Moulin Rouge, Paris

Go bike riding through the insanely picturesque Dutch countryside, Edam THE COLOURFUL TOWN OF BURANO, VENICE

WALL TOUR DUBROVNIK OLD TOWN, CROATIA

PICTURESQUE POSITANO, ITALY

LOCAL ESCARGOT, PARIS, FRANCE

LUNCH WITH A SPRITZ, FLORENCE, ITALY

GREEK SALAD, ATHENS, GREECE

eat local Regional and delicious meals in local restaurants is how you’ll be eating on Discoverer. Think flavours that reflect the culture of the destination you’re in, enjoyed in settings where the vibe is nearly as tasty as the food itself.

CERTOSA RESTAURANT

FARMERS DINNER & SC HNAPPS EVENING

PL AKA DISTRICT DINNER

FLORENCE

SALZBURG

ATHENS

Traditional Florentine steak, pork chops and handmade pasta, this Tuscan Feast never ceases to impress.

Ribs and tasting every flavour of schnapps sounds like our kind of fun.

Juicy meat, fluffy Mediterranean bread and platters of Greek salad, rounded out with the childish joy of smashing plates and Greek dancing.

LOOK OUT FOR THIS FLAG ON TRIP MAPS TO SEE ALL THE CITIES WHERE YOU CAN START & END YOUR TRIP

LOOK OUT FOR THIS ICON ON P.40 FOR EXTRA FREE TIME IN EACH DESTINATION

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRIES

8 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 8 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

£995

13 INCLUDED MEALS 8 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

#EUMAGIC

DISCOVERER

EUROPEAN MAGIC FROM

£111

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

4.7 RATING

• Locally guided bike tour of Munich (summer departures only) • Private motorboat to the historic islands of Venice • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Wine Tasting, St Goar F Austria at Altitude, Innsbruck F Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris

Venice, Italy @sprinkleofsof

PARIS, FRANCE @anacrodrigues

LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND @danny_khoa

INNSBRUCK, AUSTRIA @contikievans

PARIS, FRANCE @sam.w.mun

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DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Join the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will pass the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night the team will unite to explore Amsterdam's canals & gable houses. (D) F Evening canal boat cruise DAY 2ÌRHINE VALLEY After a morning roaming the eccentric streets of Amsterdam, we'll cruise to the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Ogling at river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our first day in Germany. (B,D) F Wine Tasting

RHINE VALLEY

DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌVENICE Through the Bavarian Alps with a sightseeing stop in Austria, we'll make our way to Italy. Endless canals & hidden backstreets will see us falling in love with picturesque Venice. (B,D)(B) • See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square F Gondola ride along the canals F Venetian Dinner F Walking tour of Venice

#EUMAGIC

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DISCOVERER

The one that gives you a taste of Europe's highlights for those tight on time DAY 9Ì PARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B)

MUNICH, @victoriafarrance

END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

Places visited ENGLAND

DAY 6ÌLUCERNE After taking in our final piece of Italian eye candy, Lake Como, we'll steer into the heart of the Swiss Alps, enjoying scenic alpine vistas en route. Lucerne will greet us warmly with charm, chocolate & quaint cobbled lanes. (B,D) • See the famous Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

NORTH SEA

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

Optional start city Optional end city

LONDON

Dover

Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL

BELGIUM GERMANY

Valley of the Somme

PARIS

Optional start/end city

RHINE VALLEY

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MUNICH AUSTRIA

Burgundy Region SWITZ

DAY 3ÌMUNICH Saying goodbye to the Rhine, we'll head on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. (B) • See the Lorelei Rock • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz

Nightstops

DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌPARIS Today a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love we'll marvel at monuments between boutique shopping & countless baguettes. (B,D)(B) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the ChampsÉlysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • Visit a French perfumery F French Cabaret & Dinner

FRANCE

Innsbruck

LUCERNE

Brenner Pass

Swiss Alps

2 Lake Como

VENICE

ITALY

Amazing trip, great Trip Manager and Driver. The trip included so many iconic locations, great Free Time Add On activities, really good nightlife and was such an incredible experience!

ADRIATIC SEA

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Daniel Giosserano

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1195

£1395

£1520

End May27 Jun 03 Jun 10 Jun 24

Start Jun 23 Jun 30 Jul 07 Jul 14

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

Start 01 Jul 21 08 Jul 28 15 22

£1575

End Jul 29 Aug 05

£1575

Start Aug 11

End Aug 19

£1520

Start Aug 18 Sep 01

£1525

End Aug 26 Sep 09

2019

Start May19 May26 Jun 02 Jun 16

2019

End May13

2019

Start May05

2019

End Apr 15 Apr 29

2019

Start Apr 07 Apr 21

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBHH | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Sep 08 Sep 15 Sep 22 ● Sep 29 ●

End Sep Sep Sep Oct

16 23 30 07

£1495

£1245

Start Nov 02 Nov 23 Nov 30 ★

£1090

End Nov 10 Dec 01 Dec 08

Start Dec 14 ★ Dec 21 ★ Dec 28

£1145

End Start Dec 22 Dec 30 Dec 29 2020 Jan 05 Jan 04

£1145

End Jan 07 Jan 12

2019

End Oct 27 Nov 03

2019

Start Oct 19 Oct 26

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWHH | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Jan 18 Feb 01 Feb 15

£995

End Start Jan 26 Feb 29 Feb 09 Mar 14 Feb 23

End Mar 08 Mar 22

£995

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you're travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHH - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £370. WWHH - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £285. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/DISCOVERY

THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRIES

11 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 11 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1325

16 INCLUDED MEALS 11 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

#EUDISCOVERY

DISCOVERER

EUROPEAN DISCOVERY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£111

PER DAY

4.7 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Discover hidden Venice with our local specialist • Gelato in Rome – on us • Special access Rome sightseeing tour

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F White Water Rafting, Tyrol (summer only) F Tuscan Evening, Florence F Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris

Rome, Italy

LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND @_amyjayne_

ROME, ITALY @emmahmetcalf-spam

TYROL, AUSTRIA @davidobson

MUNICH, GERMANY @maalips

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DAY 2Ì RHINE VALLEY After a morning roaming the eccentric streets of Amsterdam, we cruise to the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Ogling at river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our first day in Germany. (B,D) • Stunning drive along the river Rhine F Wine Tasting

DAY 4Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Today we'll head out of Munich & on to Austria with a stop in scenic Innsbruck before arriving in our Tyrolean mountain digs for the night. Tonight is all about mega chills in this scenic mountain village. (B,D) • See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck

Places visited

DAY 5ÌVENICE Taking the stunning Brenner Pass past orchards & castles, we'll roll into Italy with our map set to Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the “floating city,” with its hidden backstreets, markets & canal charm. (B) • Private motorboat to the historic islands • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • Walking Tour of Venice F Gondola Ride F Venetian Dinner

Nightstops

Optional start city ENGLAND

Optional end city

NETHERLANDS

NORTH SEA

AMSTERDAM

LONDON

Dover

1 Calais

BELGIUM

Optional start/end city

RHINE VALLEY

GERMANY

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

PARIS

2 1

MUNICH

Burgundy Region

TYROL

SWITZ Innsbruck

AUSTRIA

FRANCE

LUCERNE Lake Como

VENICE

Apennine Mountains

My husband and I had the trip of a lifetime and made friends for life. We're already planning our next Contiki! Nicolas Fogarty

FLORENCE

ADRIATIC SEA

ITALY

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

DAYS 6Ì- 7ÌROME With our new -found appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Venice & dart across the Apennine Mountains in search of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B,D)(B) • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona F Emperors & Gladiators Inc. Colosseum F Vatican Guided Tour DAY 8ÌFLORENCE Today we'll move out of Rome in search of Florence, watching grapevines roll over hills through rural Umbria en route. Once in Florence a Local Guide will lead us through the secret streets & sacred art surrounding the majestic Duomo Cathedral. (B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Evening F Disco in Florence

enjoying scenic alpine vistas en route. Lucerne will greet us warmly with charm, chocolate & quaint cobbled lanes. (B) • See the famous Chapel Bridge in Lucerne F Swiss Mountain visit F Lake Cruise DAYS 10Ì- 11ÌPARIS Today a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love we'll marvel at monuments (hello Eiffel Tower!) between boutique shopping & countless baguettes. (B,D)(B) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • Visit a French perfumery F Cabaret Dinner & Show DAY 12ÌPARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end (B) END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

MUNICH @pira.gram

DAY 9ÌLUCERNE After taking in our final piece of Italian eye candy, Lake Como, we'll steer into the heart of the Swiss Alps,

ROME

Vatican City

PARIS

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1695

End May13 May20 May22

£1840

Start May16 May23 May30 Jun 01 Jun 06 Jun 08 Jun 13

£1945

End May27 Jun 03 Jun 10 Jun 12 Jun 17 Jun 19 Jun 24

Start Jun 15 Jun 18 Jun 20 Jun 22 Jun 25 Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 02

End Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

26 29 01 03 06 08 10 13

£2010

Start Jul 04 Jul 06 Jul 09 Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 16 Jul 18 Jul 25

End Jul 15 Jul 17 Jul 20 Jul 22 Jul 24 Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 05

£2010

Start Aug 01 Aug 03 Aug 08 Aug 10

End Aug 12 Aug 14 Aug 19 Aug 21

2019

Start May02 May09 May11

2019

End Apr 08 Apr 22 Apr 29 May06

2019

Start Mar 28 Apr 11 Apr 18 Apr 25

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBHD | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON

£2010

Start Aug 15 Aug 22 Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 05 Sep 07 Sep 12 Sep 19 ●

End Aug 26 Sep 02 Sep 09 Sep 11 Sep 16 Sep 18 Sep 23 Sep 30

£1945

Start Sep 21 Sep 24 Sep 26 Sep 28 Oct 01 Oct 03

● ● ● ● ● ●

End Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct

02 05 07 09 12 14

£1945

£1705

£1500

End Nov 09

Start Nov 12 Nov 19 Nov 26 Dec 03 ★ Dec 07 ★

£1465

End Start Nov 23 Dec 10 ★ Nov 30 Dec 13 ★ Dec 07 Dec 14 Dec 18

£1465

End Dec 21 Dec 24

Start Dec 15 Dec 17 Dec 19 Dec 21 Dec 29

£1540

★ ★ ★ ★

End Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

Start 26 2020 28 Jan 05 30 Jan 07 01 09

£1540

End Jan 16 Jan 18

2020

Start Oct 29

2019

End Oct 28 Nov 02

2019

Start Oct 17 Oct 22

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWHW | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Jan 14 Jan 21 Jan 28 Feb 04 Feb 11

£1325

End Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb

25 01 08 15 22

Start Feb 18 Feb 25 Mar 03 Mar 10 Mar 17

End Feb 29 Mar 07 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28

£1325

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you're travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHD - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £485. WWHW Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £365. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 1 night in the Austrian Tyrol is replaced by 1 night in Innsbruck. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

#EUDISCOVERY

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DISCOVERER

The one that uncovers Europe's finest in 12 days, complete with Bavarian beer & gondola rides

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/LONDON-BERLIN

THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

DAYS

12 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1345

COUNTRIES

12 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

NEW & IMPROVED

FROM

16 INCLUDED MEALS 12 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

#CONTIKILONDONTOBERLIN

DISCOVERER

LONDON TO BERLIN

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£104

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • London Bike Tour (summer departures only) • Montparnasse Tower • Sachsenhausen Concenration Camp visit

5.0 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Patisserie Tour, Paris F Canal Cruise, Amsterdam F Cocktail Mixology Class, Amsterdam F London Eye

BERLIN, GERMANY

PARIS, FRANCE @eddohine

LONDON, ENGLAND @emilie_mc

PARIS, FRANCE @hannahcog96

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS @holly_osullivan

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LIKE TO TAKE

The one that hits up London, Paris, Amsterdam & Berlin aka Europe's trendiest cities

A LITTLE SLOWER?

This trip is for you, enjoy 3 night stays in each destination for ultimate discovery and heaps of free time.

DAYS 1Ì- 3ÌLONDON We'll join forces in the much coveted capital of the United Kingdom & begin the trip by exploring the local area with our Trip Manager. We'll uncover London & learn all the fun facts about this amazing city. Choose to get a real taste of the city with a Craft Beer Tour, or tick off one of the most iconic bucket list items with a spin on the London Eye. (D)(B)(B) F London Eye F Craft Beer Tour

END NETHERLANDS

LONDON

Edam

NORTH SEA

START ENGLAND

AMSTERDAM

BERLIN

3 Dover Calais

GERMANY

BELGIUM

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

PARIS

FRANCE

Places visited 1

LONDON

Nightstops

BERLIN

ADRIATIC SEA

DAYS 4Ì- 6ÌPARIS Rising & shining, we'll head to Paris via the chalky white cliffs of Dover. Our intro to this beautiful city will see us soaring 210 metres above the ground at the top of Montparnasse Tower. By day, stroll along the river Seine or sample the amazing French cuisine on the Parisian Patisseries tour. By night, indulge in a traditional French Cabaret show. (B,D)(B)(B) F Hidden Paris Walking Tour F Parisian Patisseries Tour F Paris Cabaret Show

DAYS 7Ì- 9Ì AMSTERDAM With Paris now taking up a sizeable pocket of our hearts, we'll move upstream to the unconventional capital of the Netherlands Amsterdam will greet us with all the expected trademarks, but we will be set to explore all that the city has to offer. From cheese samplings to cocktail mixology classes, we will really have a chance to see it all. (B,D)(B)(B) F Canal Cruise F Cocktail Mixology Class DAYS 10Ì- 13ÌBERLIN We'll delve in to this city's fascinating history with a Historical Walking Tour, uncovering its turbulent past. Spend time differentiating bockwurst from currywurst - & more importantly pilsner from weisse beer. A chance to dine with the locals & ride bikes through the city should puff out our time in Berlin quite nicely. (B,D) (B)(B)(B) F Dining with the locals by Eatwith END 8AM BERLIN

BERLIN, @shannonwynyard24

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1529

End May17

£1750

Start May19 Jun 02 Jun 09

End May31 Jun 14 Jun 21

£1865

Start Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30 Jul 07

End Jun Jul Jul Jul

28 05 12 19

£1980

Start Jul 14 Jul 21 Aug 04 Aug 11

End Start Jul 26 Aug 18 Aug 02 Aug 16 Aug 23

£1980

End Aug 30

2019

Start May05

2019

End Apr 19 May03

2019

Start Apr 07 Apr 21

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:EXLB | START LONDON & FINISH BERLIN Start Sep 01 Sep 08 Sep 15 Sep 22

End Sep Sep Sep Oct

13 20 27 04

£1920

£1560

Start Nov 02 Nov 16 Nov 30

£1520

End Nov 14 Nov 28 Dec 12

Start Dec 14 ★ Dec 27 Dec 30

£1595

End Dec 26 Jan 08 Jan 11

2020

End Oct 31

2019

Start Oct 19

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WXLB | START LONDON & FINISH BERLIN Start 2020 Jan 18 Feb 15

£1345

End

Start Mar 14

End Mar 26

Jan 30 Feb 27

£1345

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. EXLB - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £480. WXLB - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £400. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in London & ends approx. 8:00am in Berlin. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#CONTIKILONDONTOBERLIN

START 4PM LONDON

DISCOVERER

THINGS

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/ENCOUNTER

THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

DAYS

COUNTRIES

20 INCLUDED MEALS

15 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 15 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

15 breakfasts (B) 5 Dinners (D)

#EUENCOUNTER

DISCOVERER

EUROPEAN ENCOUNTER

NEW & IMPROVED

FROM

£1640

FROM *

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

£103

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • See the East Side Gallery in Berlin • Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert (summer only)

4.7 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Alternative Berlin, Tour F Guided Tour of Vatican, Rome F Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris F Austrian Farmer’s Dinner & Schnapps Evening, Salzburg

FLORENCE, ITALY @kristasferrazza

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS @maddi_mckay

ROME, ITALY @contikievans

PARIS, FRANCE @kirstengaston

CINQUE TERRE, ITALY @hilljohnstone

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DISCOVERER

The one that ticks off highlight European cities over 16 days

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Join the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will pass the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night the team will unite to explore Amsterdam's canals & gable houses. (D)(B) • Dutch Bike Ride (Summer only) F Volendam Dinner DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌBERLIN Whisking down the autobahn we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep into the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries & historic sites galore. (B,D)(B) • Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall • See the site of Checkpoint Charlie • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building F Locally guided historical walking tour of Berlin DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌPRAGUE After a stop in Dresden we'll find ourselves in the Czech Republic, within a medieval maze of pretty cobblestone streets. Bohemian Prague will steal our hearts with castles, cathedrals & a quirky persona. (B)(B,D) • Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock

DAY 11ÌFLORENCE Passing through the grapevines of rural Umbria we'll make our way to Renaissance Florence. Here we can drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. (B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Evening

• See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden • Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert (summer only) DAY 7ÌSALZBURG Pastel riverside terraces will mark our arrival into scenic Salzburg. Home to Mozart & The Sound of Music, there is no shortage of culture to explore in this lively historic city. (B) F Sights & Sounds of Salzburg F Austrian Farmer's Dinner & Schnapps Evening

DAY 12ÌITALIAN RIVIERA From Florence we'll make our way to the Leaning Tower of Pisa before journeying to the iconic setting of the Italian Riviera. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre will keep our day colourful as we soak up the towns of Monterosso & Portovenere. (B) • Train along the Cinque Terre

Edam

NORTH SEA

DAY 16ÌPARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B)

BERLIN

AMSTERDAM

LONDON

END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

Dresden

Dover

GERMANY

BELGIUM

Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL

Valley of the Somme

PARIS

DAYS 9Ì- 10ÌROME With our newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Venice & dart through the country in search of Rome. Here we'll spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B,D)(B) • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona F Guided tour of Vatican

DAYS 14Ì- 15ÌPARIS Today a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love we'll marvel at monuments between boutique shopping & countless baguettes. (B,D)(B) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral F Cabaret Show & Dinner

NETHERLANDS

ENGLAND

DAY 8ÌVENICE Winding beyond the Austrian Alps, we'll make our way into Italy with our map set to Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the “floating city,” with its artistic palazzi, markets & maze of canals. (B) F Gondola ride

DAY 13ÌLUCERNE After taking in our final piece of Italian eye candy, Lake Como, we'll steer into the heart of the Swiss Alps, enjoying scenic alpine vistas en route. Lucerne will greet us warmly with charm, chocolate & quaint cobbled lanes. (B) • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne F Swiss Mountain visit (Summer only)

PRAGUE CZECH REP

2 1

FRANCE

LUCERNE

Swiss Alps

The trip was full of action! The Trip Manager was awesome, the Trip Driver was a great guy & everyone got on really well. Everything was planned out perfectly, would definitely recommend!

SALZBURG AUSTRIA

SWITZ

Lake Como

CINQUE TERRE

1 Pisa

VENICE

ADRIATIC SEA

Places visited

FLORENCE

ITALY

Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Optional start/end city

ROME

Vatican City

Damian Hudson

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1929

£2160

Start May23

End Jun 07

£2305

Start Jun 06 Jun 13

End Jun 21 Jun 28

£2445

Start Jun 20 Jun 27 Jul 04 Jul 11

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

Start 05 Jul 18 12 Aug 01 19 26

£2535

End Aug 02 Aug 16

Start Aug 08

£2455

End Aug 23

2019

End May24

2019

Start May09

2019

End May10

2019

Start Apr 25

2019

End Apr 26

2019

Start Apr 11

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBHX | START LONDON OR AMS’DAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Aug 22 Aug 29 Sep 12 Sep 26

End Sep Sep Sep Oct

06 13 27 11

£2445

£2150

Start Nov 01 Nov 15 Nov 29 ★

£1805

End Start Nov 16 Dec 06 ★ Nov 30 Dec 14

£1805

End Dec 21

Start Dec 13 ★ Dec 20 ★ Dec 27

£1895

End Start Dec 28 Dec 29 Jan 04 2020 Jan 11 Jan 03

£1895

End Jan 13 Jan 18

2020

End Nov 02

2019

Start Oct 18

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWHZ | START LONDON OR AMS’DAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Jan 17 Jan 31 Feb 14

£1640

End Start Feb 01 Feb 28 Feb 15 Mar 13 Feb 29

End Mar 14 Mar 28

£1640

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHX - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £615. WWHZ - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £475. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

#EUENCOUNTER

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/ROAD-ATHENS

ROAD TO ATHENS DISCOVERER

DAYS

£2449

COUNTRIES

16 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 15 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation + 1 night on board a ferry

#ROADTOATHENS

FROM

24 INCLUDED MEALS 16 breakfasts (B) 8 dinners (D)

£144

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

ROAD TO ROME End Rome

FROM

FROM £1839 PP FROM £141 PD

4.4 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Paris by night tour • Guided bike tour of Munich • Locally guided tours of Florence & Athens

STUCK FOR TIME? We've got a shorter version of the 17-day Road to Athens trip, visiting 7 countries in 13 days. Trip code: BBRL See price panel below for departure dates & deduct £610 for price to pay. Single room supp. £500. Visit contiki.com/ road-rome

F F F F

Swiss Mountain visit, Lucerne Paragliding, Tyrol Tuscan Evening, Florence Guided Tour of Ancient Pompeii

The one that leads you through France, the Alps & Italy to the breathtaking shores of Greece • Private motorboat to the historic islands F Gondola Ride F Venetian Dinner

Caption

DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì FLORENCE Waking up to another day of postcard moments, you'll see The Leaning Tower of Pisa & a enjoy a drive through dreamy Tuscany. In Renaissance Florence we'll spend two nights drinking up secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. (B,D)(B) • Leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Evening F Disco in Florence

ATHENS, GREECE

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAY 3ÌLUCERNE After driving through the vineyards of Burgundy, we'll steer into the heart of the Swiss Alps, enjoying scenic alpine vistas along the way. Lucerne will greet us warmly with charm, chocolate & quaint cobbled lanes. (B) • See the Wooden Chapel Bridge F Lake Cruise F Swiss Mountain

DAYS 5Ì- 6Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Today it will be out of Munich & on to Austria with a stop in scenic Innsbruck before arriving in the adventure sports mecca of Tyrol. Wild START thrills or mega chills will be yours for two nights in this scenic mountain village. LONDON (B,D)(B,D) ENGLAND Dover F Mountain Bike Calais Tour & BBQ F Tandem Paragliding ENGLISH CHANNEL F Whitewater Rafting

Valley of the Somme

DAY 4ÌMUNICH Leaving Lucerne & its quaint charm we'll head on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. (B,D) • See the Glockenspeil & Marienplatz • Guided bike tour of Munich

DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌVENICE Taking the stunning Brenner Pass past orchards & castles, we'll roll into Italy with our map set to Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the “floating city,” with its hidden backstreets, markets & maze of canals. (B,D)(B) • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St.Mark’s Square

PARIS

MUNICH 1

Burgundy Region

LUCERNE

£2580

£2780

End Jul 25 Aug 08

END 12PM ATHENS

TYROL Places visited

ITALY

VENICE

2 2

Pisa

Nightstops Optional start city

FLORENCE

Start Aug 06

£2670

End Aug 22

2019

End Start Jul 04 Jul 09 Jul 11 Jul 23 Jul 18

2019

Start Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 02

DAY 17ÌATHENS We'll make the most of our last morning together by taking a locally guided tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon. Then it will be time to plot a reunion trip over teary goodbyes, with the trip coming to a heartbreaking end. (B) • Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide

Liechtenstein Brenner Pass

Vatican City

2019

End Jun 06 Jun 20 Jun 27

DAY 16ÌATHENS Motoring past the narrow trench of the Corinth Canal, we'll make our way to mythology-rich Athens. Swapping seaside for city, the bright lights & ancient relics will mark our final hours on the trip. (B)

ROME Pompeii

Bari GREECE

£2449

Start May21 Jun 04 Jun 11

DAYS 14Ì- 15ÌCORFU Slipping into island time we'll arrive in the idyllic Greek Islands. The second largest Ionian island will host us for two nights, giving us endless hours to soak up Corfu's glistening seas & breezy beach life. (B,D)(B) F Ionian Dinner Experience F Captain's Cruise of Corfu

AUSTRIA

SWITZ

1 FRANCE

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBAL | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ATHENS End May23

GERMANY

HOW MUCH & WHEN Start May07

DAYS 11Ì- 12ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Florence & dart through the grapevines of Umbria in search of Rome. Here we'll spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B,D)(B) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Venezia & Piazza Navona F Guided tour of Vatican F Emperors & Gladiators including Colosseum

DAY 13Ì ADRIATIC FERRY Our last slice of Italian eye candy will be Mt.Vesuvius, with a tour of the ancient Roman town of Pompeii. Then it will be time to say goodbye to the immensely ‘bella' boot & board our overnight ferry to Greece. (B)

Start Aug 20 Sep 03

£2580

End Sep 05 Sep 19

2 IONIAN SEA

END

CORFU Corinth Canal

ATHENS

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ROAD TO ATHENS

DAY 19ÌPATMOS Today you'll rise & shine in the port of Kusadasi & shop all things Turkish in the town's lively bazaar. Back on the water we'll cruise to the island of Patmos before our evening sail to the idyllic island of Crete. (B,L,D)

DAY 21ÌATHENS After the final team breakfast you will be transferred back to central Athens, where we'll share teary goodbyes & make plans for a reunion trip. (B)

28 breakfasts (B) 11 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS See p.193 for more info on our essentials

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • See the Corinth Canal • See the famous windmills on Mykonos

F Highlights & Volcano Cruise, Santorini F Sailing Spectacular, Ios

Santorini

Places visited Nightstops

END 10AM ATHENS

Crete

End May27

Start May21 Jun 04 Jun 11

End Jun 10 Jun 24 Jul 01

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £210 PORT TAXES

Start Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 02

End Start Jul 08 Jul 09 Jul 15 Jul 23 Jul 22

End Jul 29 Aug 12

2019

Start May07

Start Sep 03

£4199 A

£4400 A

£4715 A

£4400 A

£3829 B

£4025 B

£4285 B

£4020 B

End Sep 23

* Cruise Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). ✝ Inside cabin price will depend on availability, the final price will be confirmed at the time of booking. Single supplement option: Add £1095 to twin-share price for an inside cabin or £1175 to twin-share price for an outside cabin. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share price. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. Note: on some departures, due to Greek ferry scheduling, trip itinerary may be altered. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip it must be multi-entry. Day 21 has been designed to allow you to finish the trip without needing an extra night accommodation. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

+ GREEK ISLAND HOPPING

DAYS

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAYS 1Ì- 16Ì LONDON/PARIS TO ATHENS Step your way through the epic Road to Athens days as outlined on p. 44. DAYS 17Ì- 18Ì ATHENS From anise flavoured aperitifs to ancient architecture, you'll have the luxury of time to absorb all things Athens. Two nights here & you'll be very much at home, roam around the streets like Aphrodite or Apollo. (B)(B)

End Jun 03

US$6010

COUNTRIES

DAYS 19Ì- 21 ÌMYKONOS Windmills, white buildings & dreamy sunsets will mark our arrival in Mykonos! This party mecca will be ours for 3 nights, leaving us sun kissed, salt soaked & bursting with very fond memories. (B,D)(B)(B) DAYS 22Ì- 24Ì SANTORINI Finally, those iconic blue & white buildings & endless horizons will become a reality. Donkeys, wineries, & lazy lunches will be yours to absorb for 3 wonderful nights. (B,D)(B)(B)

US$5930

End Jun 18

US$6010 End Sep 16

2019

Start Aug 20

Start May21

Start Sep 03

FROM

US$207

DAYS 25Ì- 27ÌIOS Beautiful beaches & a rugged backdrop make Ios look like a world of its own. From all night discos to quaint coffee shops, the island of Ios will offer a ‘choose your own adventure'. (B,D)(B)(B)

Start Jun 04

US$6100

End Jul 03

PER DAY

one final breakfast as a team before saying our sad goodbyes & going our separate ways. (B) END AFTER BREAKFAST

For full details, see contiki.com

DAY 28ÌATHENS It will be broken hearts all round today as we pack our sacks & hit the seas for Athens. (B)

ATHENS

2 AEGEAN SEA

GREECE

MYKONOS 3

DAY 29ÌATHENS Back in Athens where the island hopping adventure first began, we'll have

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:RTAI | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ATHENS Start May07

CONTIKI.COM/ROAD-ATHENS-ISLAND

FROM

HOW MUCH & WHEN

US$5630

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

Patmos

A=OUTSIDE CABIN ✝ B=INSIDE CABIN

ROAD TO ATHENS + 3 DAY GREEK ISLAND

2019

39 INCLUDED MEALS

Mykonos

For a full itinerary, inclusions & cool ways to spend your free time, check out contiki.com.

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:RTACR3Ì| START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ATHENS

2019

27 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation + 1 night on board a ferry

Kusadasi

GREECE

Start Jun 11

US$6010

Nightstops

IOS

SANTORINI

ROAD TO ATHENS + GREEK ISLAND HOPPING End Jul 09

Start Jun 18

US$6325

End Jul 15

Start Jun 25 Jul 02 Jul 23

US$6415

End Jul 24 Jul 30 Aug 20

Start Aug 06

End Sep 04

US$6110

End Oct 01

US$6020

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of US$1570 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends in Athens after breakfast. B - These departures stay one less night in Athens code: RTAIB C - These departures have one extra night in Athens code: RTAIC Note: on some departures, due to Greek ferry scheduling, trip itinerary may be altered. Note: for operational reasons, the Greek Island Hopping section of this trip may run in reverse. Day 29 has been designed to allow you to finish the trip without needing an extra night’s accommodation. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

#ROADTOATHENS

28 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

TURKEY

HOW MUCH & WHEN

ROAD TO ATHENS THE DETAILS

PER DAY

ATHENS

2019

F Islands & volcanoes, Santorini

DAY 17ÌATHENS From anise flavoured aperitifs to ancient architecture, today you'll have the luxury of absorbing all things Athens. Roam around the streets like Aphrodite or Apollo, sampling olives & chatting archeology. (B)

AEGEAN SEA

2019

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

£182

#ROADTOATHENS

• A locally guided trip of Ephesus

DAYS 1Ì- 16Ì LONDON/PARIS TO ATHENS Step your way through the epic Road to Athens days as outlined on p. 44.

DAY 20ÌSANTORINI This morning we'll say ‘kalo proi' to Crete, a paradise of coves, cliffs & white sand beaches. We'll then drift on to Santorini, where we will have a chance to see the island's blue dome building vistas & spectacular Caldera view. (B,L,D)

2019

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

£3829

2019

ESSENTIALS Unlimited drinks package including beer, wine, local spirits & soft drink. An experienced onboard Cruise Rep. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

COUNTRIES

2019

20 breakfasts (B) 3 lunches (L) 11 dinners (D)

FROM

2019

34 INCLUDED MEALS

FROM

DAY 18ÌMYKONOS This morning we'll hit the waters & cruise to the Aegean island paradise of Mykonos. In the evening we'll do a country hop, sailing towards the Turkish town of Kusadasi. (B,L,D)

2019

16 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation + 1 night on board a ferry, 3 nights on board a cruise ship

DAYS

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

2019

20 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

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COUNTRIES

18 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 18 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

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#EUIMPRESSIONS

DISCOVERER

EUROPEAN IMPRESSIONS FROM

£2619

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£138

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp • Guided tour of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter • Locally Guided Tour of Madrid’s Royal Palace

4.7 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Swiss Mountain visit, Swiss Alps F Bike Tour, Nice F Valley of the Fallen, Madrid

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

MADRID, SPAIN @emilyrogs

PARIS, FRANCE @contikichristina

PISA, ITALY @alizahkendler

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The one that says bonjour, ciao, hola & hallo to 11 countries in 19 days featuring Spain & the French Riviera

NORTH SEA

LONDON

Best value for money! I would highly recommend Contiki to everyone. All the stress of planning a holiday is gone, all you have to do is make sure you turn up for your trip of a lifetime!

AMSTERDAM

Dover Calais

GERMANY

BELGIUM

Sarah Pennisi

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

RHINELAND

DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì FRENCH RIVIERA With glitz & glamour calling our names we'll head on to the French Riviera pit-stopping at the Leaning Tower of Pisa. When we're not lapping up sunshine, we'll roll the dice at the Monte Carlo casino. (B,D)(B) • Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa • Visit a French Perfumery • See the Royal Palace in Monaco F Nice Bike Ride F Monaco Dinner

Heidelberg

PARIS

Dachau

2 FRANCE

Loire Valley

ATLANTIC OCEAN

AUSTRIA

Brenner Pass

SWISS ALPS

Pisa

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Join the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will pass the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night the team will unite to explore Amsterdam's canals & gable houses. (D) F Canal Cruise DAY 2ÌRHINELAND Amsterdam is a different city by day & the morning will be yours to explore. Later we'll drive to Germany, pulling up in Rhineland where we will stay for the night. (B)

ITALY

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city

DAYS 3Ì- 4Ì SWISS ALPS A scenic alpine drive & a stop in lakeside Lucerne will mark the drive from Germany into the Swiss Alps. Two nights of Swiss chocolate & a breathtaking mountain setting will be ours to lap up until departure. (B,D)(B,D) • See the Lion Monument • See the famous Chapel Bridge in Lucerne F Lake Cruise F Swiss Mountain visit F Swiss Fondue Lunch & Folklore Show DAY 5ÌMUNICH Leaving Switzerland, we'll pass through the tiny country of Liechtenstein before arriving in Munich. Here in

DAY 16ÌBORDEAUX Today we'll drift between sea dips & pintxos bars in the picturesque coastal town of San Sebastián. Later we'll head in to quintessential wine country; the French city of Bordeaux will await us. (B) • Visit beautiful San Sebastian & its beaches

Places visited 1

BARCELONA

MADRID

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

FLORENCE

Zaragoza

2 2

Monaco

FRENCH RIVIERA

Pyrenees Mountains

VENICE

Apennine Mountains

SPAIN

Innsbruck

Liechtenstein

BORDEAUX

San Sebastian

PAMPLONA

MUNICH

SWITZ

Lucerne

DAY 15ÌPAMPLONA Today we'll leave Madrid in search of the historic town of Pamplona, famed for its bull running tradition & the words of Ernest Hemingway. (B)

the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. (B) • Visit Liechtenstein's capital, Vaduz • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp • Visit a traditional Munich beer hall

• See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas • Private motorboat to the historic islands F Venetian Dinner F Gondola Ride

DAYS 6Ì- 7ÌVENICE Before driving the Brenner Pass lined by orchards & castles, we'll stop for lunch in scenic Innsbruck. With two nights in Venice we will fall head over heels for the “floating city,” charmed by its artistic palazzi & maze of canals. (B,D)(B)

DAY 8ÌFLORENCE Through the Apennine Mountains & romantic hills of Tuscany we'll cruise towards renaissance Florence. Here we can drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. (B) F Tuscan Evening

DAYS 11Ì- 12Ì BARCELONA Passing Cannes, the Côte d'Azur coastline & the Pyrénées Mountains, we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't leave a pocket of this city uncovered. (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex • Gothic Walking Tour F Flamenco Show with Dinner

DAYS 17Ì- 18ÌPARIS A drive past the Loire Valley takes us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love we'll marvel at monuments (hello Eiffel Tower!) between boutique shopping & countless baguettes. (B,D)(B) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • View Paris from the Montparnasse Tower F Cabaret Show & Dinner

DAYS 13Ì- 14ÌMADRID Splitting our drive out of Barcelona we'll stop in Zaragoza for sightseeing & lunch. In the Spanish capital of Madrid we'll peel back the culture & its sultry layers. (B,D)(B) • Locally guided tour of the Royal Palace F Valley of the Fallen F Traditional Czech Evening

DAY 19ÌPARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2619

£2700

£2760

End Jun 07 Jun 28

Start Jun 24 Jul 08 Jul 15

£2840

End Start Jul 12 Jul 22 Jul 26 Aug 02

£2840

End Aug 09

Start Aug 05

£2810

End Aug 23

Start Aug 19 Sep 02

£2760

End Sep 06 Sep 20

2019

Start May20 Jun 10

2019

End May24

2019

Start May06

2019

End May10

2019

Start Apr 22

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBEM | START LONDON OR AMS’DAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Sep 16 Sep 23 ● Sep 30 ●

End Oct 04 Oct 11 Oct 18

£2705

#EUIMPRESSIONS

NETHERLANDS

ENGLAND

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/INSPIRATION

THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

DAYS

COUNTRIES

18 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 18 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

26 INCLUDED MEALS 18 breakfasts (B) 8 dinners (D)

#EUINSPIRATION

DISCOVERER

EUROPEAN INSPIRATION FROM

£1815

FROM

£96

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

4.8 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp • Wine tasting in Tuscany • Soak up the panoramic views of Paris from the Montparnasse Observation Deck

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Historical Walking Tour, Berlin F Burano Island Cruise & Dinner, Venice F Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris

VENICE, ITALY

PARIS, FRANCE @_haileywebb

LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND @contikievans

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC @scott_mcparland

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS @contiki

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START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DAY 2ÌAMSTERDAM A visit to Edam will take us to a cheese farm & a clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside en route. Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained long into the evening. (B) F Canal Cruise F Volendam Dinner DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌBERLIN Whisking down the autobahn we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep into the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries & historic sites galore. (B,D)(B)

home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. (B)(B,D) • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz • Visit a traditional Bavarian beer hall F Guided bike tour of Munich

DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌPRAGUE After a stop in Dresden we'll find ourselves in the Czech Republic, within a medieval maze of pretty cobblestone streets. Bohemian Prague will steal our hearts with castles, cathedrals & a quirky persona. (B,D)(B) • See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden • Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock F Traditional Czech Evening

DAYS 9Ì- 10ÌVENICE Driving the Brenner Pass lined by orchards & castles, we'll make our way to the fairytale setting of Venice. Here we'll have two nights to fall head over heels for the “floating city,” charmed by its artistic palazzi & maze of canals. (B,D)(B) • Private motorboat to the historic islands • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square F Whitewater Rafting, Tyrol (summer only) F Gondola Ride F Venice Walking Tour F Burano Island Cruise & Dinner

DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌMUNICH Leaving picturesque Prague, we'll head on to the German city of Munich. Here in the

• Tuscan wine tasting • Locally guided walking tour of Florence F Tuscan Evening

& ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B,D)(B) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City F Guided Tour of the Vatican F Emperors & Gladiators including Colosseum

DAYS 15Ì- 16Ì LUCERNE The Leaning Tower of Pisa & Lake Como will mark the end of our time in Italy. Then we'll move on to the Swiss Alps, finding lakeside Lucerne where we'll spend two nights amidst endless charm & chocolate. (B)(B) • See Lucerne's wooden Chapel Bridge

DAYS 13Ì- 14Ì FLORENCE In the Tuscan hills we'll pair cheese with Chianti wine before making our way to renaissance Florence. Here we can drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. (B,D)(B) • Florentine leather craft demonstration

END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

Places visited 1

Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city

NORTH SEA Edam

ENGLAND

DAYS 11Ì- 12ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Venice & dart through the grapevines of Umbria in search of Rome. Here we'll spend two nights visiting historic monuments

LONDON

Optional start/end city

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

Dresden Calais

BELGIUM

GERMANY

CZECH REP

Valley of the Somme

PARIS

Dachau

MUNICH

LUCERNE Brenner Pass

Swiss Alps ITALY

Lake Como

2 Pisa Chianti Region

Richelle Fernandes

£2870

£2275 End Aug 15 Aug 22

£2870

Start Aug 25 Sep 08 Sep 15 ● Sep 22 ● Sep 24 ●

End Jun 06 Jun 13

£2300 End Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct

12 26 03 10 12

£2685

Start Sep 29 ●

Start Jun 02 Jun 09 Jun 16 Jun 18

FLORENCE ADRIATIC SEA

End Jun Jun Jul Jul

20 27 04 06

2019

Start May19 May26

2019

End May23

2019

£2185 End Start Jul 18 Jul 28 Jul 20 Aug 04 Jul 25 Aug 01 Aug 08

Start May05

2019

End May16

2019

Start Jun 30 Jul 02 Jul 07 Jul 14 Jul 21

VENICE

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

2019

2019 2019

£2049

Start Apr 28

AUSTRIA

Tyrol

SWITZ

FRANCE

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBAP | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON End May02

PRAGUE

ENGLISH CHANNEL

The Trip Manager was incredible! The trip would not have been the same without her. Basically, this trip was the best thing I've ever done in my life and I can't wait to do more in the future!

Start Apr 14

BERLIN

Dover

Burgundy Region

HOW MUCH & WHEN

DAY 19ÌPARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B)

DAYS 17Ì- 18ÌPARIS Today a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love we'll marvel at monuments (hello Eiffel Tower!) between boutique

ROME, @hannagregg

shopping & countless baguettes. (B,D)(B) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • Visit a French perfumery • View Paris from the Montparnasse Tower F Cabaret Show & Dinner

£2785

Start Jun 23 Jun 25

Vatican City

End Jul 11 Jul 13

ROME

£2755

End Oct 17

£2685

£2335

Start Nov 11 Nov 18 Nov 25 Dec 02 ★

£2010

End Start Nov 29 Dec 09 ★ Dec 06 Dec 13 Dec 20

£2010

End Dec 27

Start Dec 16 ★ Dec 23 ★ Dec 28 Dec 30

£2115

End Jan Jan Jan Jan

Start 03 2020 10 Jan 06 15 17

£2115

End Jan 24

2020

End Nov 08 Nov 15

2019

Start Oct 21 Oct 28

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWAP | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Jan 13 Feb 03 Feb 24 Mar 02

End Start Jan 31 Mar 16 Feb 21 Mar 13 Mar 20

£1815

End Apr 03

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBAP - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £685. WWAP - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £530. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

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• Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall • See the site of Checkpoint Charlie • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building F Historical Walking Tour

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COUNTRIES

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#EUDREAM

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EUROPEAN DREAM

NEW TRIP

FROM

£2745

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£137

PER DAY

4.6 OVERALL RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Visit the German town of Dresden • Scenic drive through the Swiss Alps • Paris by Night Tour

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Historical Walking Tour, Berlin F Dine with the Locals, Sarajevo F Boat Cruise with Dinner, Dubrovnik

DUBROVNIK, CROATIA

VENICE, ITALY @emmoriarty

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC @cantreadmapss

PARIS, FRANCE @contiki

SPLIT, CROATIA @helenrebecca13

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DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Join the Contiki team this morning in London or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will pass the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night the team will unite to explore Amsterdam's canals & gable houses. (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover DAY 2ÌAMSTERDAM Welcome to Amsterdam, the eccentric city where museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained. Beyond the city skirts, we'll take a morning cycle to a cheese farm, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. (B) • Visit Edam & take a bike ride through the countryside • Visit a cheese farm & clog makers house F Canal Cruise F Volendam Dinner DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌBERLIN Whisking down the autobahn, we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep on the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries, & fuelled by currywurst. (B,D)(B) • Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall • See the site of Checkpoint Charlie • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building F Historical Berlin Walking Tour

DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌPRAGUE After a stop in Dresden, we'll make our way to the gothic allure of Prague, where we'll find ourselves surrounded by a medieval maze of pretty cobblestone streets. A sightseeing tour will see Prague steal our hearts with castles, cathedrals & cute bridges. (B,D)(B) • See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden • Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock F Traditional Czech Evening DAYS 7Ì- 8Ì BUDAPEST After a hearty breakfast, we'll leave Prague & make the journey to Hungary via Slovakia. We'll arrive in the much anticipated Budapest, dubbed the ‘Paris of the East' & we'll soon see why as we uncover the city's famed 'ruin bars'. (B,D)(B) • Locally guided tour of Budapest F River cruise with Dinner

DAYS 11Ì- 12Ì DUBROVNIK Today we'll leave Sarajevo, bound for the sun-soaked shores of Croatia. A quick stop in the picturesque town of Mostar for lunch will see us fill our insta feeds with charming scenes, before pushing onto Dubrovnik. (B,D)(B) • Walk across the Mostar Bridge

DAY 14ÌLJUBLJANA Today we'll continue north after a few meet 'n greets with those just joining us. We'll push through Slovenia to Ljubljana, just in time to spend the evening exploring this beautiful city. (B) • City orientation of Ljubljana DAY 15ÌVENICE Driving through the enchanting Julian Alps, we'll make our way to fairytale Venice. Here, we'll fall head over heels for the “floating city”, with its artistic palazzi, abundant markets & charming canals. (B) • Catch a traditional Motoscafﬁ & motor to Venice • Private boat through the canals of Venice F Gondola Ride F Traditional Tastes of Venice

DAY 13ÌSPLIT After a short drive following the coast north to Split, we'll arrive early afternoon, with plenty of time to explore. Tonight, we'll indulge in an optional dinner & bid farewell to those finishing their journey in Split. (B) F Let's Split Dinner

ENGLAND

Edam

NORTH SEA

LONDON

NETHERLANDS

DAY 20ÌPARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris Airport CDG or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. No tears, new adventures await us! (B) END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

BERLIN

AMSTERDAM

Dresden GERMANY

BELGIUM

PRAGUE

ENGLISH CHANNEL

CZECH REP

PARIS

2 Burgundy Region

AUSTRIA

LUCERNE

FRANCE

Swiss Alps Lake Como

Places visited

SLOVENIA

CROATIA BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA

VENICE SPLIT ITALY

Optional end city

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

Nightstops Optional start city

LJUBLJANA

2 SWITZ

baguettes. (B,D)(B) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the ChampsÉlysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • View Paris from the Montparnasse Tower • Exclusive 'Paris by Night' tour F Cabaret Show with Dinner

DAYS 18Ì- 19ÌPARIS Today, a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love, we'll marvel at monuments (hello Eiffel Tower!) between boutique shopping & countless

Dover Calais

DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì SARAJEVO Bye Budapest, Bosnia beckons. We'll take the scenic route through Hungary before skipping into Sarajevo, where a guided walking tour will help us uncover Bosnia's capital. You have the afternoon free to explore this lively town before sharing a group dinner at the hotel. (B,D)(B) • Locally guided tour of Sarajevo F War tunnels F Dine with the Locals

DAYS 16Ì- 17Ì LUCERNE Spectacular Lake Como will mark the end of our time here in Italy (sob). We'll steer into the heart of the Swiss Alps, enjoying scenic alpine vistas en route. Lucerne will greet us warmly with chocolate & quaint cobbled lanes. (B,D)(B) • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne • See views of Lake Como • Scenic drive through the Swiss Alps F Lake cruise F Swiss Mountain visit

ADRIATIC SEA

SARAJEVO SERBIA

DUBROVNIK

Optional start/end city

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2745

£2885

End Jun 14 Jun 28 Jul 05

Start Jun 30 Jul 07 Jul 21

£3090

End Start Jul 19 Jul 28 Jul 26 Aug 11 Aug 09

£3090

End Aug 16 Aug 30

Start Aug 18

£2960

End Sep 06

2019

Start May26 Jun 09 Jun 16

2019

End Jun 07

2019

Start May19

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBRD | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Sep 01 Sep 08

End Sep 20 Sep 27

£2885

#EUDREAM

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DISCOVERER

The one that combines a culturepacked lap around Europe with a 6 day discovery of the Balkans

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

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ROAD TO CROATIA DISCOVERER

£2095

COUNTRIES

13 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

19 INCLUDED MEALS

13 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

#EUROADTOCROATIA

FROM

DAYS

NEW TRIP

13 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)

£150

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

GOT MORE TIME?

FROM

Want to see even more of Croatia? Add on the Croatia Island Escape p.156 and save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

4.6 OVERALL RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Canal Cruise, Amsterdam F Traditional Czech Evening, Prague F War tunnels tour, Sarajevo

• Visit Edam and take a bike ride through the countryside • Visit Mostar & see the historical bridge

The one thatʼll take you from baroque to bratwurst to beach in 2 culture-packed weeks. DAYS 11Ì- 12 ÌDUBROVNIK Today we'll leave Sarajevo, bound for the sun-soaked shores of Croatia. A quick stop in the picturesque town of Mostar for lunch will see us fill our insta feeds with charming scenes, before pushing onto Dubrovnik. (B,D)(B) • Walk across Mostar Bridge • City tour of Dubrovnik

we'll leave Prague & make the journey to Hungary via Slovakia. We'll arrive in the much anticipated Budapest, dubbed the ‘Paris of the East' & we'll soon see why as we uncover the city's famed 'ruin bars'. (B,D)(B)

DUBROVNIK, CROATIA @kennyd2411

DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì SARAJEVO Bye Budapest, Bosnia beckons. We'll take the scenic route through Hungary before arriving in Bosnia's capital city of Sarajevo. After dinner at the hotel, we'll get an early night - tomorrow brings lots of exploring. (B,D)(B)

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Join the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will pass the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night the team will unite to explore Amsterdam's canals & gable houses. (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover DAY 2ÌAMSTERDAM Welcome to Amsterdam, the eccentric city where museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained. Beyond the city skirts, we'll take a morning cycle to a cheese farm, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. (B)

• Visit Edam & take a bike ride through the countryside • Visit a cheese farm & clog makers house F Canal Cruise F Volendam Dinner DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌBERLIN Whisking down the autobahn, we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep into the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries, fuelled by currywurst. (B,D)(B) • Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall • See the site of Checkpoint Charlie • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz,

Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building F Historical Berlin walking tour DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌPRAGUE After a stop in Dresden, we'll make our way to the Gothic allure of Prague, where we'll find ourselves surrounded by a medieval maze of pretty cobblestone streets. A sightseeing tour will see Prague steal our hearts with castles, cathedrals & cute bridges. (B,D)(B) • See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden • Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock

DAY 13ÌSPLIT After a short drive following the coast north to Split, we'll arrive early afternoon, with plenty of time to explore. Tonight we'll indulge in an optional dinner before we say our sad goodbyes tomorrow morning. (B) F Let's Split Dinner DAY 14ÌSPLIT After breakfast, we'll wrap up our adventure & say our goodbyes to the group heading back to London. (B)

F Traditional Czech evening PRAGUE, @jess___wallace

END 8AM SPLIT

DAYS 7Ì- 8Ì BUDAPEST After a hearty breakfast,

Edam

START

NORTH SEA

LONDON

ENGLAND

Dover Calais

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

BERLIN

Dresden BELGIUM

GERMANY

2 ENGLISH CHANNEL

CZECH REP

AUSTRIA

FRANCE

Places visited 1

PRAGUE

SWITZ

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY SLOVENIA

Nightstops Optional start city

CROATIA ITALY

END

SPLIT

SERBIA

1 2

DUBROVNIK

HOW MUCH & WHEN

SARAJEVO

BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA

ADRIATIC SEA

£2095

£2200

End Jun 08 Jun 22 Jun 29

Start Jun 30 Jul 07 Jul 21

£2355

End Start Jul 13 Jul 28 Jul 20 Aug 11 Aug 03

£2355

End Aug 10 Aug 24

Start Aug 18

£2255

End Aug 31

2019

Start May26 Jun 09 Jun 16

2019

End Jun 01

2019

Start May19

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBRC | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH SPLIT Start Sep 01 Sep 08

End Sep 14 Sep 21

£2200

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £630. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure - Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the European Dream. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.50. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

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ROAD TO PARIS 6

DAYS

THE DETAILS

FROM

£1055

COUNTRIES

6 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

8 INCLUDED MEALS

6 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

ESSENTIALS

6 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

£151

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Soak up the panoramic views of Paris from Montpamasse Observation Desk • Guided tour of Ljubljana • Paris by Night Tour

4.6 OVERALL RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Gondolas, Venice F Swiss Fondue Lunch & Folklore Show, Lucerne F Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris

The one that brings you Venetian charm, Swiss vistas and a Parisian fling in 7 whirlwind days. PARIS, FRANCE

VENICE, @raivsskye66

ENGLAND

DAY 2ÌVENICE Driving through the enchanting Julian Alps, we'll make our way to fairytale Venice. Here, we'll fall head over heels for the “floating city”, with its artistic palazzi, abundant markets & charming canals. (B) • Catch a traditional Motoscafﬁ & motor to Venice F Gondola Ride F Traditional Tastes of Venice

Netherlands

LONDON Dover

Belgium

Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL

Czech Rep VENICE, @britwilt

END

PARIS

START 7:15AM SPLIT SWITZ

FRANCE

LUCERNE

SLOVENIA

LJUBLJANA Slovenia Lake Como

ITALY

START

VENICE

SPLIT CROATIA

Places visited 1

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Nightstops

ADRIATIC SEA

Optional end city

DAY 1ÌSPLIT TO LJUBLJANA The team will unite in Split today before heading to Slovenia's capital. Here in Ljubljana we'll meander through vibrant streets, ticking off monuments & exploring the old town. A city well known for its student vibes, Ljubljana sure knows how to have fun.

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌLUCERNE Passing spectacular Lake Como will mark the end of our time here in Italy (sob). We'll steer into the heart of the Swiss Alps, enjoying scenic alpine vistas en route. Lucerne will greet us warmly with chocolate & quaint cobbled lanes. (B,D)(B) • See the famous Chapel Bridge in Lucerne • See views of Lake Como • Scenic drive through the Swiss Alps F Lucerne Lake cruise

DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌPARIS Today, a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love, we'll marvel at monuments (hello Eiffel Tower!) between boutique shopping & countless baguettes. (B,D)(B) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • View Paris from the Montparnasse Tower • Exclusive Paris by Night tour F Nouvelle Eve Dinner & Show DAY 7ÌPARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris Airport CDG or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. No tears, new adventures await us! (B) END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1055

£1110

End Jun 14 Jun 28 Jul 05

Start Jul 13 Jul 20 Aug 03

End Start Jul 19 Aug 10 Jul 26 Aug 24 Aug 09

£1190

End Aug 16 Aug 30

Start Aug 31

£1140

End Sep 06

2019

Start Jun 08 Jun 22 Jun 29

2019

End Jun 07

2019

Start Jun 01

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBRP | START SPLIT & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Sep 14 Sep 21

End Sep 20 Sep 27

£1110

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £315. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Trip starts 7:15am in Split & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 20 day European Dream. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group.

#EUROADTOPARIS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

DISCOVERER

THE NUMBERS

NEW TRIP

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

COUNTRIES

DAYS

31 INCLUDED MEALS

22 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 22 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

22 breakfasts (B) 9 dinners (D)

#EUVISTAS

DISCOVERER

EUROPEAN VISTAS

NEW TRIP

FROM

£2235

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£98

PER DAY

4.6 OVERALL RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris F Gondola Ride, Venice F Historical Walking Tour, Berlin

TYROL, AUSTRIA

MILAN, ITALY @contiki

PARIS, FRANCE @caitlinlarcombe

TYROL, AUSTRIA @chel_ocean99

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS @paigey_hansen

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START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAY 2ÌPARIS Today will be free for baguettes, boutique shopping & all things quintessentially French. Explore hidden coffee shops or grab a bike & find a picnic spot by the Eiffel Tower; the day will be ours. Ooh la la. (B) F Cabaret Show & Dinner DAYS 3Ì- 4Ì LUCERNCE We'll tear ourselves away from tasteful Paris today but a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will keep our spirits high as we head for luscious Lucerne. With two nights to discover Lucerne's endless charm & quaint cobbled lanes, we'll be spoilt for choice. (B,D)(B) • See the famous Chapel Bridge • View the Lion Monument F Swiss Mountain visit F Swiss Fondue Lunch & Show F Lucerne Lake Cruise DAY 5ÌMILAN Lucerne, you've been a dream - but La Dolce Vita is calling. Passing Lake Como on the way, we'll cross the Alps chain to Milan, aka Italy's fashion capital. We'll have the afternoon free for a little retail therapy & sightseeing. (B) • See the famous Milan Duomo, Galleria & La Scala

BERLIN

NORTH SEA Edam

ENGLAND

AMSTERDAM

WARSAW

NETHERLANDS

LONDON

POLAND

Dover

Czestochowa GERMANY

BELGIUM

Calais

Auschwitz

PRAGUE

ENGLISH CHANNEL

KRAKOW

CZECH REP

PARIS

TYROL Burgundy Region

SWITZ

FRANCE

VIENNA

AUSTRIA

LUCERNE

Swiss Alps

MILAN • Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock F Prague Bike Ride (Summer only)

or simply kick back with a hot chocolate & take in the scenic mountain views. In winter, we swap the Tyrol Valley for a visit to Salzburg. (B,D)(B,D) F Whitewater Rafting (summer only) F Bike & BBQ (summer only) F Paragliding (summer only)

DAY 8ÌFLORENCE Ciao Bella Roma, we're off to the Tuscan paradise of Florence, where we'll take in the intricate architecture on a traditional walking tour, stopping for souvenirs as we go. All that walking will give us an appetite for our traditional Tuscan feast. (B) • Walking tour with a Local Guide • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence F Tuscan Evening

Pisa

Nightstops Optional start city

DAYS 15Ì- 16 ÌKRAKOW From one fairytale city to another, we'll set off to the Polish gem of Krakow. A tour on foot will see us tick off the must-see's before dinner at the hotel. Then, the night is ours to discover Krakow after dark… (B,D)(B) • City sightseeing tour F Salt Mines tour F Traditional Pierogi evening DAYS 17Ì- 18 ÌWARSAW We're on the road again, our sights set on Warsaw. But first, a sobering visit to the concentration camp of Auschwitz & a quick stop in Czestochowa before rolling up to the awe-inspiring Polish capital. (B,D)(B) • Locally guided tour of Auschwitz • Visit to Czestochowa • Locally guided tour of Warsaw

DAYS 13Ì- 14ÌPRAGUE Leaving Austria, we'll make our way to the gothic allure of Prague, where we'll find ourselves surrounded by a medieval maze of pretty cobblestoned streets. A sightseeing tour will see Prague steal our hearts with castles, cathedrals & adorable bridges. (B,D)(B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House

DAYS 10Ì- 11Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Taking the temperature down a notch, we'll arrive in the Austrian Alps for a 2 day adventure sports extravaganza. Opt for white water rafting or paragliding,

Places visited

FLORENCE

Vatican City

DAY 12ÌVIENNA Hopfgarten, it's been real. Next up: Vienna. Upon arrival, we'll soak up some schnapps & strudel before making our way round the city's many historical prides. Music, architecture & a lively café scene; we'll uncover it all. (B) • Scenic drive along the historic ring road F A classical night out with Dinner

DAY 9ÌVENICE Once again we'll be graced with breathtaking mountain panoramas as we journey to fairytale Venice, where we'll fall head over heels for the “floating city”, with its artistic palazzi, abundant markets & charming canals. (B) • Motoscafﬁ across the canals F Gondola Ride F Cichetti Walking Tour

ITALY

ADRIATIC SEA

1 VENICE

Lake Como

DAYS 19Ì- 20ÌBERLIN Whisking down the autobahn, we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin.

Optional end city

ROME

Optional start/end city

BERLIN

Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep on the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries, fuelled by currywurst. (B,D)(B) • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building F Historical Walking Tour F Alternative Berlin tour (summer only) DAYS 21Ì- 22Ì AMSTERDAM We'll rock up to Amsterdam, the eccentric city where museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained. Beyond the city

skirts, we'll take a morning cycle to a cheese farm, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. (B,D)(B) • Edam Bike Ride (summer only) F Canal Cruise F Volendam farewell dinner DAY 23 AMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it'll be hard to hold back the tears as our trip ends. Swap deets, new adventures lie ahead. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£3089

£3170

End Jun 17 Jul 01

£3255

Start Jun 23 Jun 30 Jul 07

End Start Jul 15 Jul 21 Jul 22 Jul 29

£3380

End Aug 12

£3380

Start Aug 04

£3335

End Aug 26

Start Aug 18 Aug 25

£3255

End Sep 09 Sep 16

2019

Start May26 Jun 09

2019

End Jun 03

2019

Start May12

2019

End May20

2019

Start Apr 28

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBHS | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start Sep 08 Sep 15 Sep 22

End Sep 30 Oct 07 Oct 14

£3190

£2765

Start Nov 10 Nov 24 ★ Dec 08 ★

£2490

End Dec 02 Dec 16 Dec 30

Start Dec 22 Dec 28 Dec 30

£2620

End Jan 13 Jan 19 Jan 21

2020

End Nov 11 Nov 18

2019

Start Oct 20 Oct 27

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWHS | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start 2020 Jan 12 Feb 19

£2235

End

Start Feb 09 Feb 03 Mar 08 Feb 10

End Mar 02 Mar 30

£2235

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHS - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £925. WWHS - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £655. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:15am (6:30am in Winter) in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary, 2 nights in the Austrian Tyrol is replaced with 2 nights in Salzburg.

#EUVISTAS

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Join the Contiki Team this morning in London, ready to see the chalky White Cliffs of Dover en route to Paris. Here in the city of lights & love, we'll begin our exploring & marvelling at monuments hello Eiffel Tower! (D) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the ChampsÉlysées & Notre Dame Cathedral

DAYS 6Ì- 7ÌROME With a new found appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Milan & dart through the grapevines in search of Rome. Here, we'll spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B)(B) • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City • See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum in Rome F Guided tour of the Vatican F Emperors & Gladiators Inc. Colosseum

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The one that scopes out all four corners of Europe plus everything in between, over 3 awe-inspiring weeks

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/WANDERER

THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

DAYS

COUNTRIES

23 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 23 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

32 INCLUDED MEALS 23 breakfasts (B) 9 dinners (D)

#WINTERWANDERER

DISCOVERER

WINTER WANDERER

WINTER ONLY FROM

£2445

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£102

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Visit Mauthausen Concentration Camp • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour

4.8 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Swiss Fondue Lunch, Lucerne F Flamenco Show with Dinner, Barcelona F Canal Cruise, Amsterdam

SWISS ALPS, SWITZERLAND

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS @nat.asia

BERLIN, GERMANY @katkalucki

PARIS, FRANCE @dreemnn

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC @katkalucki

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The one that will make you fall in love with a traditional European winter, fairy lights & all

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Join forces in London or Paris where we'll hit the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe & more. (D) • See Dover Castle, White Cliffs & cross the English Channel • Paris by night City Tour

• Gothic Quarter Walking Tour F Flamenco Show & Dinner DAYS 8Ì- 9Ì FRENCH RIVIERA Glitz & glamour is calling, so on to the French Riviera, to hit up authentic French perfumery, the Monte Carlo Casino and stroll along the coastline. (B,D)(B) F Monaco Dinner

DAY 2ÌPARIS Free day! Coffee and croissant in hand, uncover markets, museums & the endless Parisian magic on offer. (B) F Cabaret show with dinner

DAY 10ÌFLORENCE Roll on through Tuscan hills to find Florence. Here a Local Guide will lead us through the secret streets & sacred art surrounding the majestic Duomo cathedral. (B) F Tuscan Evening

DAYS 3Ì- 4Ì LUCERNCE Passing Burgundy's frosted vineyards, we'll pull up in the grand Swiss Alps in time to munch on Swiss chocolate & waltz Lucerne's cobbled streets. (B)(B) • Visit a Swiss Army knife & Watch store F Lake Cruise

DAYS 11Ì- 12ÌROME Snug as bugs in Roman rugs, we'll arrive in Italy's capital to visit historic monuments & tick off the world's smallest country; the Vatican City. (B,D)(B)

DAY 5ÌLYON In France's gastronomic capital, we'll take in Lyon's colourful buildings and sample its restaurants and incredible local wines. (B) DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì BARCELONA From the Pyrénées Mountains to the Mediterranean coastline, we'll weave our way to bustling Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we'll uncover it all. (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & 1992 Olympic Games complex

DAY 17ÌMUNICH We’ll make our way to Munich. The home of Oktoberfest will wow us with 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. (B) F Guided Walking Tour of Munich DAYS 18Ì- 19Ì PRAGUE Onwards to the Czech Republic to be greeted by a medieval maze of pretty cobblestone streets. Bohemian Prague will steal our hearts with castles, cathedrals & its quirky persona. (B,D)(B) • See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus & Charles Bridge F Traditional Czech Evening

The best time I could have hoped for. Great sights & great people. Our Trip Manager & Driver did a fantastic job helping to make for a well organised & carefree trip. Definitely sign up, you won't regret it. Nicholas Leek

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

LONDON Calais

BELGIUM GERMANY

ENGLISH CHANNEL

Valley of the Somme

PARIS

MUNICH

DAYS 15Ì- 16Ì VIENNA Stay toasty with Viennese schnapps & strudel. In Austria's lively hub we'll admire architecture, café hop & visit the city's many historical sites. (B)(B,D) F Schnapps Museum visit & tasting

LYON

Optional start city

Mauthausen

VIENNA

AUSTRIA

LUCERNE

Swiss Alps

SWITZ

FRANCE

Nightstops

PRAGUE CZECH REP

Burgundy Region

BERLIN

Dresden

Dover

Places visited

PARIS, @contiki

END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

DAYS 22Ì- 23Ì AMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will entertain us in eccentric Amsterdam. Beyond the city we'll enjoy the crisp country air of a cheese farm & clog maker's house. (B,D)(B) F Canal Cruise

ENGLAND

DAYS 13Ì- 14ÌVENICE The narrow alleyways & grand square of this “floating city” will inspire endless photo ops. Meander through its artistic palazzi & be swept up by its undeniable charisma. (B,D)(B) • See St. Mark’s Square & Basilica F Gondola Ride

DAY 24Ì AMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether your complimentary transfer takes you to Schiphol Airport or to central London, we'll be sad to say goodbye at our trip's end. (B)

DAYS 20Ì- 21Ì BERLIN After a hop through Dresden we'll arrive in the capital of cool Berlin. We'll go deep into the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries & historic sites galore. (B,D)(B) F Locally Guided historical walking tour

ITALY

Dolomite Mountains

VENICE

ADRIATIC SEA

Optional end city Optional start/end city

SPAIN

Pisa Monaco Pyrenees Mountains

BARCELONA

FLORENCE

FRENCH RIVIERA 2

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

ROME

Vatican City

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2755

Start Nov 01 Nov 15 ★ Nov 22 ★ Nov 29 ★

£2690

End Start End Nov 24 Dec 06 ★ Dec 29 Dec 08 Dec 13 ★● Jan 05 Dec 15 Dec 22

£2690

Start Dec 18 Dec 20 Dec 28 Dec 30

£2825

★■ ★▲ ◆ ✱

End Jan Jan Jan Jan

Start 10 2020 12 Jan 05 20 22

£2825

End Jan 28

2020

End Nov 10 Nov 17

2019

Start Oct 18 Oct 25

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWHL | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 31 Feb 14

£2445

End Start Feb 02 Feb 28 Feb 09 Mar 13 Feb 23 Mar 08

End Mar 22 Apr 05

£2445

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £705 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Prague. ■ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Venice. ▲ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Rome. ◆ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Lucerne. ✱ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Paris. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#WINTERWANDERER

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

Like the look of this Winter Wanderer but want to travel in summer instead? Check out European Impressions p.46 for a similar itinerary.

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DAYS

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27 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 25 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation + 2 nights on board ferries

40 INCLUDED MEALS 27 breakfasts (B) 13 dinners (D)

FROM

£3935

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£141

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide

4.8 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Flamenco Show with Dinner, Barcelona F Captain’s Cruise, Corfu F Paragliding, Tyrol

AMALFI COAST, ITALY

VENICE, ITALY @lauratheexplorrerr

MONTE CARLO, MONACO @brraddles

TYROL, AUSTRIA @contiki

BARCELONA, SPAIN @msknielsen

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ENGLAND

NETHERLANDS

Edam

LONDON

AMSTERDAM

BELGIUM

RHINE VALLEY

Nightstops

Optional start city

Optional end city

ENGLISH CHANNEL

PARIS

Optional start/end city

GERMANY

Valley of the Somme

MUNICH

Loire Valley

FRANCE SWITZ

Château Chambord

Mauthausen

VIENNA

TYROL

Liechtenstein Dolomite Mountains

AUSTRIA

2 Lucerne

BORDEAUX

SWISS ALPS

ITALY

FRENCH RIVIERA

SPAIN

BARCELONA

Monaco

2 MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Carcassonne Pyrenees Mountains

VENICE

1 FLORENCE

Pisa

ROME

Vatican City

Pompeii

Bari

SORRENTO 1

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Join the Contiki Team this morning in London, ready to see the chalky White Cliffs of Dover en route to Paris. Here in the city of lights & love we'll begin our exploring & monuments marveling - hello Eiffel Tower! (D) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the ChampsÉlysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • Paris by Night City Tour DAY 2ÌPARIS Today will be free for baguettes, boutique shopping & all things quintessentially French. Explore hidden coffee shops or grab a bike & find a picnic spot by the Eiffel Tower the day will be yours. (B) F Cabaret Dinner & Show DAY 3ÌBORDEAUX Producing tonnes of grape juice per year, a visit to Bordeaux is essential. We'll sip wine & admire vines in this elegant & picturesque French city. (B,D) • Scenic drive to see Château de Chambord

DAYS 4Ì- 5Ì BARCELONA Stopping in medieval Carcassonne, we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't leave a pocket of this city uncovered. (B,D)(B) • See Gaudi's Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex • See the medieval city of Carcassone

• See the Leaning Tower of Pisa • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence • Florentine leather craft demonstration DAYS 9Ì- 10ÌROME In a whirl of Vespas, pasta & culture, we'll arrive in the captivating capital of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B,D)(B) • See St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona

DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì FRENCH RIVIERA With glitz & glamour calling our names we'll head on to the French Riviera. When the sun drops & the boutique stores shut up shop, we'll roll the dice at the Monte Carlo Casino. (B,D)(B) • See the Royal Palace and Monte Carlo casino in Monaco • Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur

DAY 11ÌSORRENTO Boating, beautiful islands, & a backdrop of cliff-edge houses – there's nowhere in the world quite like Sorrento. Laze under a striped umbrella & capture endless reels of this photogenic vista. (B) F Visit the Amalﬁ Coast & Positano

DAY 8ÌFLORENCE After a visit to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll cruise on towards Renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. (B)

DAYS 17Ì- 18ÌVENICE Exploring the narrow alleyways & grand square of this “floating city” will inspire an endless reel of photo opportunities. We'll have an entire day to meander through its hidden backstreets & be swept up by its undeniable charisma. (B)(B) • Private motorboat to the historic islands • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas F Gondola Ride

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DAY 12ÌADRIATIC FERRY Our last slice of Italian eye candy will be Mt.Vesuvius, with an optional tour of the ancient Roman town of Pompeii. Then it will be time to say goodbye to the immensely ‘bella' boot & board our overnight ferry to Greece. (B) F Guided tour of Pompeii DAYS 13Ì- 15ÌCORFU Slipping into island time we'll arrive in the idyllic Greek Islands. The second largest Ionian island will host us for three days, giving us endless hours to soak up Corfu's glistening seas & breezy beach life. (B,D)(B) (B,D) F Ionian Dinner Experience F Captain's Cruise of Corfu DAY 16Ì OVERNIGHT FERRY Continuing with the theme of sun, salt & sea, we'll hit the waters & cruise the Adriatic by ferry. When we next plant our feet on solid ground it will be in fairy-tale Venice. (B)

DAYS 19Ì- 20ÌVIENNA Here in Vienna we'll soak up schnapps & strudel & visit the city's many beautiful pedestrian-only streets. Music, architecture & a lively café scene; we'll get amongst it all. (B,D)(B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House F Schnapps Museum F Classical Night out with Dinner DAY 21ÌMUNICH Today we'll head on to the German city of Munich, taking a sobering visit to Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial on the way. On arrival in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. (B) • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz • Visit Mauthausen Concentration Camp DAY 22ÌAUSTRIAN TYROL Today we'll arrive in the adventure sports mecca of Tyrol. Wild thrills or mega chills will be yours for two nights in this scenic mountain village. (B,D) F Whitewater Rafting F Tandem Paragliding DAYS 23Ì- 24Ì SWISS ALPS We'll pass through the tiny country of Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne on our way to two nights in the Swiss Alps. World-famous chocolate & a breathtaking mountain setting will be ours to lap up until departure. (B,D)(B,D)

• Visit Liechtenstein's capital, Vaduz • See Lucerne's wooden Chapel Bridge F Swiss Mountain visit F Bungee Jumping DAY 25ÌRHINE VALLEY Cruising into the wine villages & old world charm of Rhine Valley, we'll ogle at vineyards & fairytale castles. Soaking up river scenery & drinking local wine – what more could us cultured travellers ask for? (B,D) • See the Lorelei Rock • Rhine River Cruise • Beer-stein Demonstration F Wine Tasting DAYS 26Ì- 27Ì AMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained in the eccentric city of Amsterdam. Beyond the city skirts we will take a cycle in the village of Edam & visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. (B,D)(B) • See the canals, gable houses & the city by night F Farewell Dinner F Canal Cruise DAY 28Ì AMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

MUNICH, GERMANY @mariansanchezzz

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£3935

£4030

End Jun 09

Start May27 Jun 10

£4035

End Jun 23 Jul 07

Start Jun 17 Jun 24 Jul 08

£4260

End Start Jul 14 Jul 22 Jul 21 Aug 05 Aug 04

£4260

End Aug 18 Sep 01

2019

Start May13

2019

End May26

2019

Start Apr 29

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBHM | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start Aug 19 Sep 02 ● Sep 09 ●

End Sep 15 Sep 29 Oct 06

£4135

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Places visited

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46 INCLUDED MEALS

32 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

31 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, 1 night on board a ferry, see p.62-63 for full breakdown

Mykonos Island option. 52 included meals for Greek Island Option. (See p.62-63 for full breakdown of meals)

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£4959

FROM

£150

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

4.8 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Day trip to the Isle of Capri

F Cabaret Show & Dinner, Paris F Flamenco Show with Dinner, Barcelona F A Classical Night out with Dinner, Vienna

BARCELONA, SPAIN @max_homer

CAPRI, ITALY @contikinick

PARIS, FRANCE @_kaitlinjade

LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND @britwilt

ROME, ITALY @aira_yvanna

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Places visited

2 NETHERLANDS

ENGLAND

AMSTERDAM

LONDON

BELGIUM

Calais

Optional start city

RHINE VALLEY

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ROME, @sophtravelmatters

Nightstops

GERMANY

Optional end city Optional start/end city

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

PARIS

MUNICH

FRANCE

SWITZ

LUCERNE LYON

Liechtenstein

SLOVENIA

Verona

Pisa

VENICE

BARCELONA

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

ZADAR

Split

ITALY

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA

DUBROVNIK MONTENEGRO

ADRIATIC SEA

2 2

CROATIA

FLORENCE

Monaco

FRENCH RIVIERA

SPAIN

VIENNA

AUSTRIA

Swiss Alps

2 Pyrenees Mountains

Mauthausen

Fontainebleau Burgundy Region

Vatican City

ROME

Pompeii

Isle of Capri

Bari

SORRENTO 1 IONIAN SEA

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Join the Contiki Team this morning in London, ready to see the chalky White Cliffs of Dover en route to Paris. Here in the city of lights & love we'll begin our exploring & monuments marvelling - hello Eiffel Tower! (D) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral DAY 2ÌPARIS Today will be free for baguettes, boutique shopping & all things quintessentially French. Explore hidden cafes or grab a bike & find a picnic spot by the Eiffel; the day will be yours. (B) F Cabaret Show & Dinner DAY 3ÌLYON Moving through Burgundy we'll take a fanciful stop at the 12th century Château Fontainebleau. With restaurants & colourful buildings, France's gastronomic capital is a pleasure to the senses. (B) DAYS 4Ì- 5Ì BARCELONA From the Pyrénées Mountains to the Mediterranean coastline, we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't leave a pocket of this city uncovered. (B,D)(B)

• See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex • Gothic Quarter Walking Tour F Flamenco Show & Dinner DAYS 6Ì- 7ÌFRENCH RIVIERA With glitz & glamour calling our names we'll head on to the French Riviera. When the sun drops & the perfumeries shut up shop, we'll roll the dice at the Monte Carlo Casino. (B,D)(B) • See the Royal Palace in Monaco F Monaco dinner DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌVENICE Exploring the narrow alleyways & grand square of this “floating city” will inspire an endless reel of photo opportunities. We'll have two nights to meander through its hidden backstreets & be swept up by its undeniable charisma. (B,D)(B) • Private motorboat to the historic islands • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas F Gondola Ride F Walking Tour of Venice F Venetian Dinner DAY 10ÌFLORENCE Today we'll roll through Tuscan hills in search of Florence. Here our Local Guide will lead us through the secret streets & sacred art surrounding the majestic Duomo Cathedral. (B)

• See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona F Tuscan Evening DAYS 11Ì- 12ÌROME In a whirl of Vespas, pasta & culture, we'll arrive in the captivating capital of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B,D)(B) • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City F Guided Tour of Vatican F Emperors & Gladiators inc Colosseum DAY 13ÌSORRENTO Boating, beautiful islands backdrop of cliff-edge houses – there's nowhere in the world quite like Sorrento. Cruising in from Naples via Capri, we can capture endless reels of this photogenic vista. (B) • Day trip to Capri F Cruise around Capri DAY 14Ì ADRIATIC FERRY Our last slice of Italian eye candy will be Mt.Vesuvius, with an optional tour of the ancient Roman town of Pompeii. Then it will be time to say goodbye to the

TIRANA

ALBANIA GREECE

PREVEZA Corinth Canal

Patras

ATHENS

MYKONOS ISLAND OR CRUISING OPTION SEE MAPS P.62

immensely ‘bella' boot & board our overnight ferry to Greece. (B) F Guided Tour of Pompeii DAY 15ÌATHENS Motoring down the narrow trench of the Corinth Canal, we'll make our way to ancient Athens. Swapping seaside for city, the bright lights & ancient relics will mark our time in this capital city. (B) F A Traditional Athens Affair

ISLAND OR CRUISE OPTION

Day 16-20 Your Choice: Settle down in Mykonos or cruise the Greek Islands, these five days will be your choice. DAY 21ÌTIRANA Undergoing an awakening from its repressed past, this city will surprise & delight with its vibrant & forward thinking nature. Tirana will spark your fondness for Albania. (B,D) DAYS 22Ì- 23Ì DUBROVNIK Motoring along the dazzling Adriatic coastline through tiny Montenegro, we'll make our way to the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. A UNESCO

World Heritage site of mega clubs & seafood restaurants, we'll lose sense of time indulging in this playground. (B,D)(B,D) • Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik Old Town F Dubrovnik Cruise DAY 24ÌZADAR An intoxicating mix of historic & contemporary, the untapped Zadar will impress us to no end. Here you can watch the sun drop whilst in the ocean listening to the sea organ chime. (B,D) DAYS 25Ì- 26Ì VIENNA Here in Vienna we'll soak up schnapps & strudel & visit the city's many historical prides. Music, architecture & a lively café scene; we'll get amongst it all. (B)(B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St.Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic ring road F Schnapps Museum F Classical Night out with Dinner DAY 27ÌMUNICH Today we'll head on to the German city of Munich, taking a sobering visit to Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial on the way. On arrival in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. (B) • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz • Visit Mauthausen Concentration Camp DAYS 28Ì- 29Ì LUCERNE We'll pass through the tiny country of Liechtenstein on our way to two nights in the

Swiss Alps. World-famous chocolate & a breathtaking mountain setting will be ours to lap up until departure. (B)(B) • Visit Liechtenstein's capital, Vaduz • See the wooden Chapel Bridge • View the Lion Monument F Swiss Mountain visit DAY 30ÌRHINE VALLEY Cruising into the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley, we'll ogle at vineyards & fairytale castles. The rest of our day will be spent soaking up river scenery & taking a lesson in crafting beer steins. (B,D) • See the Lorelei Rock • Rhine River Cruise • Beer-stein demonstration F Wine Tasting DAYS 31Ì- 32Ì AMSTERDAM A morning cycle will take us to a cheese farm & clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained long into the evening. (B,D)(B) • Bike tour in Edam F Canal Cruise F Farewell Dinner DAY 33Ì AMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

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£4959

31 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, 1 night on board a ferry

46 INCLUDED MEALS 32 breakfasts (B) 14 dinners (D)

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32 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

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PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

• Athens guided tour • See the famous windmills of Mykonos • See Paradise Beach, Mykonos

Want to see even more of Europe? Check out the Ultimate European on p.96 for an epic 46 day adventure .

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FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Mykonos by Night F Mykonos Southern Cruise

The one that unearths 18 countries into 33 unbelievable days, including the blue domes of Mykonos MYKONOS, GREECE @hayley.alexa

Nightstops

GREECE

ATHENS AEGEAN SEA

MYKONOS

DAY 16ÌSTART ATHENS TO MYKONOS From anise flavoured aperitifs to ancient architecture, you'll have time to absorb all things Athens. We'll then board our ferry feeling very island ready & make our way to the pristine shores of Mykonos. (B) • See the ﬁrst modern Olympic Stadium in Athens F Mykonos by Night

CAPRI, ITALY @britwilt

DAYS 17Ì- 19Ì MYKONOS Windmills, white buildings & dreamy sunsets will mark our arrival in Mykonos! This party mecca will be ours for 4 whole nights, leaving us sun kissed, salt soaked & bursting with very fond memories. (B,D) (B)(B,D) F Mykonos Southern Cruise

DAY 20ÌCONTINUE PREVEZA Feeling sufficiently lulled by island life, we'll head back to the mainland of Greece. We'll then make our way through the country's picturesque mountains before arriving in coastal Preveza. (B,D)

MYKONOS

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£4959

End May30

Start May12 May26

£5090

End Jun 13 Jun 27

2019

Start Apr 28

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBHE | START START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start Jun 09 Jun 16 Jun 23

£5220

End Start Jul 11 Jun 30 Jul 18 Jul 07 Jul 25 Jul 21

£5220

End Aug 01 Aug 08 Aug 22

Start Aug 04 Sep 01 ● Sep 08 ●

End Sep 05 Oct 03 Oct 10

£5220

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FROM

DAYS

£5239

COUNTRIES

52 INCLUDED MEALS

32 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

£159

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

5.0 RATING

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NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Spectacular Oia Village, Santorini F Guided tour of the Minoan Palace of Knossos, Crete

• Medieval tour of Rhodes & Lindos • Guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis

The one that unearths 19 countries in 33 unbelievable days, topped off by a Greek Island cruise SANTORINI

AEGEAN SEA, GREECE

It was such a great experience, so much was included & we did way more than I could have ever accomplished if I'd planned something like that on my own. Luke Holder DAY 16ÌATHENS TO MYKONOS Ship ahoy! This morning we'll hit the waters & cruise to the Aegean island paradise of Mykonos. Windmills, white buildings & dreamy sunsets – soak it all in before embarking the ship later in the evening. (B,L,D) DAY 17ÌPATMOS The unspoilt island of Patmos will be ours after exploring the resort clad Kusadasi. Colourful bazaars & local tavernas will be waiting if you can drag yourself out of the water. (B,L,D) • See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos F Guided tour of the Monastery of St. John

DAY 18ÌRHODES The Dodecanese Island of Rhodes offers a class in culture & history or the chance to beach hop & party. However you choose to tackle this magical island, it will not leave you disappointed. (B,L,D) • See the fortiﬁed town of Rhodes

DAY 20ÌSANTORINI TO ATHENS Feeling sufficiently lulled by island life, we'll head back to the mainland of Greece. We'll then make our way through the country's picturesque mountains before arriving in coastal Preveza. (B,D) • See the ﬁrst modern Olympic Stadium in Athens • Guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis

DAY 19ÌSANTORINI After a stint in Crete it will be on to those iconic blue & white dome buildings! Donkeys, wineries, & beautiful cliffside views will be yours to absorb in Santorini. (B,L,D) • See the volcanic islands surrounding Santorini & its main town of Fira F Guided tour of the Minoan Palace of Knossos

ATHENS

AEGEAN SEA

GREECE

Kusadasi TURKEY

Mykonos Patmos

1 Santorini Rhodes

Crete

SANTORINI

Places visited 1

Nightstops

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£5239

£5370

Start May26

£5355

End Jun 27

Start Jun 09

£5495

End Jul 11

Start Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30

£5655

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £270 PORT TAXES & GRATUITIES End Jul 18 Jul 25 Aug 01

Start Jul 07 Jul 21 Aug 04

£5655

End Aug 08 Aug 22 Sep 05

2019

End Jun 13

2019

Start May12

2019

End May30

2019

Start Apr 28

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BHEC | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

Start Sep 01 ● Sep 08 ●

End Oct 03 Oct 10

£5495

* Cruise Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £1570 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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Unlimited drinks package including beer, wine, local spirits & soft drink. An experienced Trip Manager. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

32 breakfasts (B) 4 lunches (L) 16 dinners (D)

27 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, 4 nights on board a cruise ship, 1 night on board a ferry

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ICONIC ESSENTIALS. STRETCH YOUR BUDGET Discover the very best of this vast and wonderful continent, with just the essentials included to help your budget go further. Sleep in accommodation thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simple, fun and just a little bit special and make your trip bespoke to you by picking from our menu of Free Time Add-On experiences.

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If you’re looking for accommodation that is an experience all of its own, Iconic Essentials delivers the goods. When you’re not bunking down in some of Europe’s coolest hostels, you’ll be waking up in our Contiki exclusive Special Stays, always in maximum quad share rooms (with some twin share). 12 person dorm? No, thank you.

VIA HOSTEL, AMSTERDAM

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see more Looking for once-in-a-lifetime moments from your travels? Iconic Essentials won’t disappoint. Dreamed up and delivered by our all star crew of On-Site Team Members, prepare to feel the tingles takeover as you realise you’re having a Contiki moment.

MORNING YOGA

MIXOLOGY CL ASS

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

GASTHOF SCHOENECK, AUSTRIA

When you’re staying at a 16th century château surrounded by hectares of private grounds overlooking Beaujolais wineries and a private pool, it’d be rude not to take a little morning stretch en plein air. Join our On-Site Team out on the Château’s lawn for an included morning yoga session to clear your mind and give those hardworking limbs some TLC. You’ll thank yourself when you’re living your best life at the party later.

Fancy yourself as a bit of a dab hand with the old cocktail shaker? At Schoeneck we offer an included speciality Red Bull mixology class to mix, shake and pour your way to some cocktail magic. All the ingredients you need are supplied to master a mixture of boozy (or virgin) Red Bull concoctions like the ‘Buillionair’, ‘Fresh’n Bull’ and ‘Kiwi Lemon Kiss’. Make like Tom Cruise and add some 1980’s cocktail flair just for kicks, but maybe practice with your water bottle first…

REDBULL MIXOLOGY CLASS, CONTIKI MOMENT, GASTHOF SCHOENECK, HOPFGARTEN

SWISS CHALET, LAUTERBRUNNEN

MORNING YOGA, CONTIKI MOMENT, CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX, BEAUJOLAIS REGION

ROME, ITALY

eat local Regional flavour is the name of the game on Iconic Essentials, with food at our Special Stays the jewel in the crown. Locally sourced and expertly designed meals are cooked with passion and flare by our team of Contiki Chefs, all for you.

GASTHOF SC HOENEC K

CONTIKI VILL AGE

HOPFGARTEN , AUSTRIA

ROME, ITALY

Keeping things traditionally Austrian, we’ll dish you up cob loaf for starters, wiener schnitzel for mains, and a saucy heisse liebe, translated to ‘hot love’, to finish things off.

After a day filled with Colosseums and coffee, what better way to refuel than a starter of traditional pasta caccio e pepe (a local specialty from Rome), chicken parmigiana for main and a scoop of lemon sorbet to push you into full food coma mode. LOOK OUT FOR THIS FLAG ON TRIP MAPS TO SEE ALL THE CITIES WHERE YOU CAN START & END YOUR TRIP

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£1245

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An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

Want to see even more of Spain? Check out the Spanish Spree on p.116 for a 14 day Spanish adventure.

F Flamenco Show & Tapas, Barcelona F Ibiza Party Package F Valencia Cooking Class, Valencia

• Madrid City Tour • Barcelona Gothic Quarter Walking Tour • Visit to Medieval Toledo

The one that gives you the Spanish highlights including 3 nights in Ibiza IBIZA, SPAIN

BARCELONA, @gracelouise_

DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌMADRID From rooftop bars to 1920's architecture, Madrid holds an unassuming charm & multi-layered persona that's hard to resist. We'll bunker down here for the rest of our trip, getting acquainted with every nook & cranny. You'll be guided by our city tour & can choose to see even more hidden nooks & crannies with the Local Guide on a bike tour. We'll then top things off with an START 4PM BARCELONA

DAYS 1Ì- 2Ì BARCELONA We'll join up & kick off in the sultry Spanish city of Barcelona. Exploring the Gothic Quarter, La Rambla & beyond, we won't leave a pocket of this sizzling city uncovered. Churros & sangria enjoyed at rooftop bars & cosy cafes – we'll take it all, with a side portion of paella. Hostel (D)(B) F Barcelona Bike Ride F Flamenco show & tapas DAYS 3Ì- 5ÌIBIZA Switching from ancient streets to strobe lights, we'll ferry to the world's party capital of Ibiza. Life will be dialled up to 100% from the moment we pull

BARCELONA, @b_carnes

up. Day parties, DJs, beach clubs, warehouse bars – this island has earned its reputation as a mecca of good times. Those not fussed on 6am dance floor sessions will find no shortage of enjoyment thanks to the beaches, markets & water sports that abound the island. Hostel (B)(B)(B) F Ibiza Party Package

DAY 6ÌVALENCIA After our Mediterranean Sea Sail & a short bout by land, we'll find ourselves in Valencia, where crumbling coloured buildings meet spaceship looking architecture & parks & fountains fill the streets. Step one of the cultural immersion will be to join in a cooking class; make yourself a delicious Paella in the spiritual home of this classic Spanish dish. Hotel (B) F Paella Cooking Class & Dinner

optional farewell Española dinner. Hostel (B,D)(B) • Visit the medieval City of Toledo F Madrid Bike Ride F Traditional Madridlenos Dinner DAY 9ÌMADRID Trip ends after breakfast when you say farewell to your new friends. (B) END 9AM MADRID

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BARCELONA

MADRID MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Toledo SPAIN

VALENCIA

IBIZA

Denia

Places visited

IBIZA 1

Nightstops

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1245

Start May26 Jun 09

£1275

End Jun 03 Jun 17

Start Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30

£1339

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £110 FOOD FUND

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£1339

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2019

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2019

Start May05

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCIB | START BARCELONA & FINISH MADRID

Start Aug 25 Sep 01 Sep 15

End Sep 02 Sep 09 Sep 23

£1295

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Note: On occasion due to the Ibiza accommodation we may need to utilise 6 bedded same sex rooms. Trip starts 4:00pm in Barcelona & ends approx. 9:00am in Madrid. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193

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£94

15 INCLUDED MEALS

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ESSENTIALS

9 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)

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An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night' sightseeing tour • Champagne & Escargot • Our legendary party nights

F Paragliding, Tyrol F Jungfrau Mountain, Swiss Alps F Cabaret Show, Paris

heels for the “floating city” with its artistic palazzi, markets & maze of canals. Contiki Village (B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • Private motorboat to the historic islands of Venice F Gondola Ride

DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌPARIS Today a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love we'll marvel at monuments amidst a frenzy of boutique bars & countless baguettes. Hotel (B,D)(B) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • Visit a French perfumery F Parisian Dinner

The one that fits in the best of Europe's icons for those short on time SWISS ALPS

DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì SWISS ALPS Lake Como & lakeside Lucerne will mark our drive from Italy into the Swiss Alps. Then, it's two nights of Swiss chocolate, a breathtaking mountain setting & the chance to ride the cog railway up a Swiss Mountain – don't mind if we do! (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Meet up with the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will whiz past the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night the team will unite & whirl through Amsterdam's pretty setting. Hostel (D) • See Amsterdam's canals & gable houses by night F Canal Cruise DAY 2Ì RHINE VALLEY After a morning roaming the eclectic streets of Amsterdam, we'll leap

into the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Jaw-dropping river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our first day in Germany. Hotel (B,D) F Wine Tasting DAY 3ÌMUNICH Saying goodbye to the Rhine, we'll kick on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest, we'll be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. Hostel (B) • See the Lorelei Rock • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz F Guided Bike Tour of Munich

DAY 4Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Today we'll head out of Munich & on to Austria, arriving in the bucket list ticking, adventure sports mecca of Tyrol. Explore the nooks of this scenic little mountain village & get to know its wild side with a thrill-seeking experience. (B,D) « Contiki Special Stay F Whitewater Rafting F Paragliding

ENGLAND

LONDON

Dover

NORTH SEA

DAY 10Ì PARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

GERMANY

Calais BELGIUM

1 St Goar

RHINE VALLEY

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

PARIS

Places visited 1

DAY 5ÌVENICE Taking the gorgeous Brenner Pass past orchards & castles, we'll roll into Italy with our map set to Venice. Here we will fall head over

TYROL

Lucerne

SWISS ALPS

Optional start city

SWITZ

FRANCE

Nightstops

MUNICH AUSTRIA

Burgundy Region

Optional end city

Brenner Pass Lake Como 1

VENICE

ITALY

Optional start/end city 1

Special Stay

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£939

£1115

Start May16 May20 May28 Jun 01 Jun 04 Jun 08 Jun 11

End Start May25 Jun 14 May29 Jun 06 Jun 10 Jun 13 Jun 17 Jun 20

£1135

End Jun 23

Start Jun 17 Jun 20 Jun 23 Jun 24 Jun 27 Jun 28 Jun 30

£1189

End Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £150 FOOD FUND 26 29 02 03 06 07 09

Start Jul 01 Jul 09 Jul 13 Jul 18 Jul 23 Jul 25 Jul 29

£1189

End Jul 10 Jul 18 Jul 22 Jul 27 Aug 01 Aug 03 Aug 07

Start Jul 31 Aug 05 Aug 07 Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 17

£1189

End Aug 09 Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 25 Aug 26

Start Aug 22 Aug 24 Aug 29

£1145

End Aug 31 Sep 02 Sep 07

2019

End May10 May20

2019

Start May01 May11

2019

End Apr 15 Apr 26

2019

Start Apr 06 Apr 17

2019

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Start Sep 01 Sep 06 Sep 12 Sep 19 ● Sep 21 ●

End Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep

10 15 21 28 30

£1099

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● This trip will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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18 INCLUDED MEALS

13 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 1 night French Château, 4 nights Contiki Villages, 5 nights hotel, & 3 night hostel accommodation

£1515

13 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team plus exclusive On-Site Team at Special Stays and Cabin Villages. Air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£109

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with champagne & escargot • Sample local wine at Contiki’s Château

4.6 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Cabaret Show, Paris F Guided tour of the Vatican, Rome F Gondola ride, Venice

PARIS, FRANCE

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DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Meet up with the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Paris. Here in the city of lights & love we'll begin our European gallivant, taking in pretty Parisian monuments like the Eiffel Tower – c'est magnifique! Hotel (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the ChampsÉlysées & Notre Dame Cathedral DAY 2ÌPARIS Today will be free for baguettes, boutique bar hopping & all things quintessentially French. Find a picnic spot by the Eiffel Tower during the day & tap into the city's lively club scene by night; the time is yours. Hotel (B) F Cabaret Show F Parisian Dinner DAY 3ÌBEAUJOLAIS WINE REGION Out of Paris we'll head on through Burgundy & the Beaujolais vineyards, making tracks for a 16th century Château nestled deep within wine country. The Château will be ours to call home & let loose in for the night. After all, it is owned by Contiki. (B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • See Château Fontainebleau • Wine tasting at Château

DAYS 4Ì- 5Ì THE RIVIERA Not a minute will be wasted in the rich & famous hang out of The Riviera. When we're not in the sea or market hopping, we'll be visiting a perfumery & rolling dice at the Monte Carlo casino. Hotel (B)(B) • See the Royal Palace in Monaco • Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur • Visit a French Perfumery DAY 6ÌFLORENCE After stopping at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll glide through Tuscany towards renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. Contiki Village (B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence F Tuscan Dinner DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Florence & dart through the grapevines of Umbria in search of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • Spritz Aperol making class in Rome • See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum in Rome • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City

DAY 9ÌVENICE We criss-cross the Apennine Mountains, through the Emilia-Romagna region & on to enchanting Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the “floating city,” with its artistic palazzi, markets & maze of canals. Contiki Village (B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square F Secrets of Venice Walking Tour

Places visited 1

Contiki is an incredible way to travel. I had the most amazing trip, I met wonderful new people, saw incredible sights all over Europe & generally had the time of my life. Savannah Klerck

Optional end city Optional start/end city 1

AMSTERDAM

ENGLAND

LONDON

RHINE VALLEY

Dover Calais

DAY 10ÌMUNICH Saying goodbye to Italy, we'll kick on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. Hostel (B) • Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz F Guided bike tour of Munich

BELGIUM

£1695

£1649 End Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep

03 07 10 15 21 26 27

2019

Start Aug 21 Aug 25 Aug 28 Sep 02 Sep 08 Sep 13 ● Sep 14 ●

GERMANY

Valley of the Somme Dachau

PARIS

2 FRANCE

Fontainebleau

Burgundy Region

Start Sep 15 ● Sep 18 ● Sep 20 ●

£1625

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

Tyrol AUSTRIA Brenner Pass

1 ITALY

£1695

End Start May31 Jun 12 Jun 02 Jun 15 Jun 07 Jun 09 Jun 14 Jun 18 Jun 20 Jun 22

£1695

End Jun 25 Jun 28

Start Jun 19 Jun 22 Jun 23 Jun 26 Jun 27 Jun 30 Jul 03 Jul 05

£1809

VENICE

Apennine Mountains Pisa

DAYS 12Ì- 13Ì AMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained in the eclectic city of Amsterdam. Beyond the city skirts we'll take a morning cycle, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest, before visiting a cheese farm & clog maker's house. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See the city's canals & gable houses by night F Amsterdam Farewell Dinner F Canal Cruise

End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

£1809

End Jul 20 Jul 23

Start Jul 15 Jul 17 Jul 20 Jul 21 Jul 22 Jul 24 Jul 28 Jul 31

£1745

FLORENCE

Monaco

ADRIATIC SEA

THE RIVIERA

DAY 14Ì AMSTERDAM TO MEDITERRANEAN SEA LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6.30PM LONDON

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £210 FOOD FUND Start 02 Jul 07 05 Jul 10 06 09 10 13 16 18

2019

Start May18 May20 May25 May27 Jun 01 Jun 05 Jun 07 Jun 09

MUNICH

Beaujolais Region

DAY 11Ì RHINE VALLEY After a morning visit to Dachau Concentration Camp, we'll leap into the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Jaw-dropping river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our second day in Germany. Hotel (B,D) • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial • See the Lorelei Rock F Wine tasting

2019

End May10 May14 May21 May24

2019

2019 2019

£1515

Start Apr 27 May01 May08 May11

St Goar

ENGLISH CHANNEL

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCPE | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON End Apr 16 Apr 23 May04

Special Stay

NETHERLANDS

Edam

Nightstops Optional start city

HOW MUCH & WHEN Start Apr 03 Apr 10 Apr 21

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End Jul 28 Jul 30 Aug 02 Aug 03 Aug 04 Aug 06 Aug 10 Aug 13

Start Aug 02 Aug 04 Aug 08 Aug 14

End Aug 15 Aug 17 Aug 21 Aug 27

£1745

End Sep 28 Oct 01 Oct 03 * Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● This trip will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193

ROME Vatican City

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DAYS

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25 INCLUDED MEALS

17 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 1 night Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights Swiss Chalet. 5 nights Contiki Villages, 2 nights hotel & 7 nights hostel accommodation

17 breakfasts (B) 8 dinners (D)

FROM

£1649

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team plus exclusive On-Site Team at Special Stays and Cabin Villages. Air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£92

PER DAY

4.7 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike through cheese-making Edam • Private motorboat to the historic islands of Venice • Special access Rome sightseeing tour

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Paragliding, Tyrol F Jungfrau Mountain, Swiss Alps F Cabaret Show, Paris

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DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Hook up with the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Amsterdam. Londonites will whiz past the White Cliffs of Dover & chocolate famed Belgium. By night the team will unite & whirl through Amsterdam’s pretty setting. Hostel (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover, Dover Castle & cross the English Channel • See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night DAY 2ÌAMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained in the eclectic city of Amsterdam. Beyond the city skirts we’ll take a morning cycle to a cheese farm & clog maker’s house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. Hostel (B) • Visit a Cheese Farm & Clog Makers House • Edam Bike Ride F Canal Cruise DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌBERLIN After a charge down the autobahn we’ll arrive in the capital of cool, Berlin. Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep into the city’s creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries & historic sites galore. Hostel (B,D)(B) • Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall

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START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

nooks of this scenic little mountain village & get to know its wild side with a thrillseeking experience. (B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Red Bull Cocktail Mixology Class in our very own Austrian Gasthof F Whitewater Rafting

• See the site of Checkpoint Charlie • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building F Historical Walking Tour

NORTH SEA ENGLAND

Edam

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

BERLIN

LONDON

Dover

Dresden Calais

BELGIUM GERMANY

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

DAYS 9Ì- 10ÌVENICE After a final nod to Tyrol’s crazy ways with the option of a whitewater rafting adventure, we’ll roll into Italy with our map set to Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the “floating city,” with its artistic palazzi, markets & maze of canals. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square • Scenic drive through the Brenner Pass F Gondola Ride

DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌPRAGUE After a stop in Dresden, we’ll find ourselves in the Czech Republic, within a medieval maze of pretty cobblestoned streets. Bohemian Prague will dazzle us for two nights nonstop with castles, cathedrals & a quirky persona. Hostel (B)(B) • Visit Dresden, destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’ • See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square in Prague

PARIS

DAY 8Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Today we’ll head on to Austria, arriving in the bucket list ticking, adventure sports mecca of Tyrol. Explore the

MUNICH

AUSTRIA

TYROL

SWITZ

FRANCE

SWISS ALPS

Places visited

Brenner Pass Lucerne Lake Como ITALY

VENICE

Nightstops Optional start city

FLORENCE

ADRIATIC SEA

Optional end city Optional start/end city 1

Special Stay

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

ROME Vatican City

DAYS 11Ì- 12 ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we’ll leave Venice & criss-cross the Apennine Mountains in search of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world’s smallest country, the Vatican City. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona F Rome of the Emperors & Gladiators Inc. Colosseum

DAY 7ÌMUNICH Today we’ll head back to Germany – there’s no way we’d miss the city of Munich. On arrival in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. Hostel (B) • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz F Guided Bike Tour

2 Burgundy Region

PRAGUE

CZECH REP

DAY 13ÌFLORENCE Passing through the grapevines of rural Umbria, we’ll make our way to renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city’s towering Duomo Cathedral. Contiki Village (B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria F Florentine leather craft demonstration DAYS 14Ì- 15Ì SWISS ALPS Lake Como & lakeside Lucerne will mark our

• See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • Visit a French perfumery F Parisian Dinner

drive from Italy into the Swiss Alps. Then it’s two nights of Swiss chocolate, a breathtaking mountain setting & the chance to ride the cog railway up Jungfrau Mountain – don’t mind if we do! (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne

DAY 18ÌPARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end. (B)

DAYS 16Ì- 17ÌPARIS Today a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love we’ll marvel at monuments amidst a frenzy of boutique bars & countless baguettes. Hotel (B,D)(B)

END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1649

£1819

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£1925

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09 12 19 22 25 26 28 30 01

Start Jun 16 Jun 21 Jun 24 Jun 27 Jun 29 Jun 30 Jul 02 Jul 04 Jul 06

£2049

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03 08 11 14 16 17 19 21 23

Start Jul 07 Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 14 Jul 17 Jul 21 Jul 24 Jul 26 Jul 29

£2049

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£2049

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Start Aug 15 Aug 18

£1995

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08 11 13 19 27 03 04 06 08

£1929

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19 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 2 nights French Château, 2 nights Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights Swiss Chalet. 6 nights in Contiki Villages, 3 night hostel & 4 nights hotel accommodation

32 INCLUDED MEALS 19 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 12 dinners (D)

FROM

£1965

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team plus exclusive On-Site Team at Special Stays and Cabin Villages. Air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£99

PER DAY

4.6 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour • Sample French Champagne & Escargot • French countryside picnic • Sample local wine at Contiki’s Château

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Gondola Ride, Venice F Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum, Rome F White Water Rafting, Tyrol

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The one that visits Europe's major cities over 3 weeks, including a stay in the Contiki Château

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Hook up with the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Paris. Here in the city of lights & love we'll begin our European gallivant, taking in pretty Parisian monuments like the Eiffel Tower – c'est magnifique! Hotel (D) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • See the White Cliffs of Dover DAY 2ÌPARIS Today will be free for baguettes, boutique bar hopping & all things quintessentially French. Find a picnic spot by the Eiffel Tower during the day & tap into the city's lively club scene by night; the time is yours. Hotel (B) F Parisian Cabaret Show F Parisian Dinner DAYS 3Ì- 4Ì BEAUJOLAIS WINE REGION Out of Paris we'll head on through Burgundy & the Beaujolais vineyards, making tracks for a 16th century Château nestled deep within wine country. The Château will be ours to call home & let loose in for 2 nights. After all, it is owned by Contiki. (B,D)(B,PL,D) « Contiki Special Stay • See Château Fontainebleau • Wine Tasting at our very own Château • Picnic Lunch in the Countryside • Unwind on the lawn with yoga & a glass of wine!

DAY 5ÌTHE RIVIERA Not a minute will be wasted in the rich & famous hang out of The Riviera. When we're not in the Mediterranean Sea or market hopping, we'll be visiting a perfumery & rolling dice at the Monte Carlo casino. Hotel (B) • Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur • Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace

F Guided tour of the Vatican F Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum

ENGLAND

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAMGERMANY

LONDON

DAYS 10Ì- 11ÌVENICE With the Italian capital officially uncovered, we'll hit the road with our compass pointing towards Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the “floating city” with its artistic palazzi markets & maze of canals. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas F Hidden Venice Guided Walking Tour With Aperitivo

DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì FLORENCE After stopping at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll glide through Tuscany towards renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demo F Florence Disco F Tuscan Dinner

Edam

Dover

BELGIUM

Calais

St Goar

DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Florence & dart through the grapevines of Umbria in search of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City • Aperol Spritz making at our Italian Cocktail Class

DAY 14ÌMUNICH Leaving Tyrol & its wild village vibes, we'll head on to the German city of Munich. Paying tribute to Germany's tumultuous past, we'll take a sombre visit to Dachau Concentration Camp. Later, we'll arrive in the home of Oktoberfest & be wowed by 800 years of history. Hostel (B)

RHINE VALLEY

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

PARIS

Heidelberg Dachau

FRANCE

Fontainebleau Burgundy Region

MUNICH 2

SWITZ

Beaujolais Region

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

TYROL

AUSTRIA Liechtenstein Lucerne Brenner Pass

SWISS ALPS

ITALY

VENICE

Places visited 1

Nightstops

THE RIVIERA

Optional start/end city

FLORENCE

Monaco

Optional end city 1

Pisa

Optional start city

DAYS 12Ì- 13Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Today we'll head on to Austria, arriving in the bucket list ticking adventure sports mecca of Tyrol. Explore the nooks of this scenic little mountain village & get to know its wild side with a thrill-seeking experience. (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Red Bull Cocktail Mixology Class in our very own Austrian Gasthof F Bike Ride & BBQ Lunch F Paragliding

#EUEXPERIENCE

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Special Stay

DAY 17Ì RHINE VALLEY Leaping through Heidelberg, we'll arrive in the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Jawdropping river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our second stint in Germany. Hotel (B,D) • See Heidelberg's medieval castle • See the Lorelei Rock F Wine Tasting

• See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz F Swarovski Crystal World F Guided bike tour of Munich DAYS 15Ì- 16Ì SWISS ALPS Lakeside Lucerne & the teeny country of Liechtenstein will mark our drive from Germany into the Swiss Alps. Then it's two nights of Swiss chocolate, a breathtaking mountain setting & the chance to ride the cog railway up Jungfrau Mountain – don't mind if we do! (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Visit Liechtenstein's capital, Vaduz • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne F Jungfrau Mountain & Adventure Park

DAYS 18Ì- 19 ÌAMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained in the eclectic city of Amsterdam. Beyond the city skirts we'll take a morning cycle passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest, before visiting

ROME Vatican City

a cheese farm & clog maker's house. Hotel (B,D)(B) • See the city's canals & gable houses by night F Canal Cruise F Sea Palace Dinner DAY 20Ì AMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1965

£2135

£2175

04 10 18 22

Start Jun 05 Jun 10 Jun 13

£2225

End Jun 24 Jun 29 Jul 02

Start Jun 17 Jun 19 Jun 21 Jun 24 Jun 26

£2295

End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £320 FOOD FUND 06 08 10 13 15

Start Jun 28 Jul 01 Jul 05 Jul 08 Jul 11

£2365

End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

17 20 24 27 30

Start Jul 14 Jul 19 Jul 22 Jul 25 Jul 29 Aug 05

£2315

End Aug 02 Aug 07 Aug 10 Aug 13 Aug 17 Aug 24

Start Aug 08 Aug 12 Aug 19 Aug 26

£2315

End Aug 27 Aug 31 Sep 07 Sep 14

2019

End Jun Jun Jun Jun

2019

Start May16 May22 May30 Jun 03

2019

End May25 Jun 01

2019

Start May06 May13

2019

End Apr 21 May04 May11 May15

2019

Start Apr 02 Apr 15 Apr 22 Apr 26

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCMX | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

Start Sep 09 Sep 11 Sep 13 Sep 16 Sep 18

● ● ● ● ●

End Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct

28 30 02 05 07

£2185

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7.15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● This trip will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

#LONDONTOATHENS

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

LONDON TO ATHENS 21

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRIES

20 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 2 nights French Château. 6 nights Contiki Villages, 9 nights hotel, 2 nights in hostels & 1 night on board a ferry

£2519

31 INCLUDED MEALS 20 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 10 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team plus exclusive On-Site Team at Special Stays and Cabin Villages. Air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£120

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Champagne & Escargot • Wine tasting at Contiki’s Château • Guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis

4.2 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Cabaret Show, Paris F Flamenco, Tapas & Drinks, Barcelona F Locally Guided Walking Tour, Venice

CORFU, GREECE

ROME, ITALY @minaapark

BARCELONA, SPAIN @kaylamaree1993

BARCELONA, SPAIN @graceelouise__

FLORENCE, ITALY @amygm93

CONTIKI.COM/LONDON-ATHENS

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ICONIC ESSENTIALS

The one that leads you through France & Italy to the shores of Greece, with a Barcelona stopover START 7:15AM LONDON OR 5PM PARIS

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Join the Contiki Team this morning in London or this evening in Paris. Here in the city of lights & love we'll begin our European gallivant, taking in pretty Parisian monuments like the Eiffel Tower – c'est magnifique! Hotel (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral

DAYS 4Ì- 5Ì BEAUJOLAIS WINE REGION Out of Paris we'll head on through Burgundy & the Beaujolais vineyards, making tracks for a 16th century Château nestled deep within wine country. The Château will be ours to call home & let loose in for 2 nights. After all, it is owned by Contiki. (B, D)(B,PL,D) « Contiki Special Stay • French picnic lunch • Experience wine tasting at Contiki's Chateau • Let us help you relax with a Yoga session & a glass of wine

START

ENGLAND

NORTH SEA

LONDON

DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì BARCELONA Saying goodbye to the grape juice we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't stop until we've got this city sussed. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex • Gothic Walking Tour

markets & maze of canals. You'll have a full day and nights to lift the lid on this mystical city, sussing out the best Aperol drinking spots & hunting down the elusive floating book store. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • Private motorboat to the historic islands F Gondola Ride F Walking tour of Venice

DAYS 8Ì- 9Ì THE RIVIERA Not a minute will be wasted in the rich & famous hang out of The Riviera. When we're not in the Mediterranean Sea or market hopping, we'll be visiting a perfumery & rolling dice at the Monte Carlo casino. Hotel (B)(B) • Visit the historic city of Arles • Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur • See the Royal Palace in Monaco

DAYS 12Ì- 13Ì FLORENCE After stopping at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll glide through Tuscany towards Renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration

Here we will wander amidst historic masterpieces & tick off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • Let us teach you how to make a delicious Aperol Spritz at our Italian Mixology Class • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City F Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum

DAYS 10Ì- 11Ì VENICE Arriving in Venice, we will find ourselves falling head over heels for the “floating city”, with its hidden backstreets,

DAYS 14Ì- 15ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Florence & dart through the vineyards of Umbria in search of Rome.

DAY 16Ì ADRIATIC FERRY Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii's ancient ruins. Then cross southern

CORFU

Calais Dover

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

PARIS

3 Versailles

Beaujolais Region

FRANCE

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

Contiki is awesome, they take you to the places you want to see and keep it exciting and fun along the way. We went to so many different places in such short time. The Contiki team are really friendly and helpful as well.

VENICE

Apennine Mountains Pisa

Arles

2 Pyrenees Mountains

SPAIN

FLORENCE

Monaco

ITALY

THE RIVIERA 2

Kate Ciantar

BARCELONA

Vatican City

ROME Mt Vesuvius

Pompeii

Places visited 1

Bari

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Optional start city 1

GREECE

Nightstops

CORFU

IONIAN SEA

Special Stay

END

ATHENS

Corinth Canal

Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B) F Guided Tour of Pompeii DAYS 17Ì- 19ÌCORFU Slipping into island time we'll arrive in the idyllic Greek Islands. The second largest Ionian island will host us for three whole days, offering up lazy sunshine filled days, glistening open seas & party fuelled nights under the stars aplenty. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B,D) F Captain's Cruise of Corfu DAY 20ÌCORFU TO ATHENS Feeling sufficiently lulled by island life, we'll motor down the narrow trench of the Corinth Canal, making our way to mythological Athens. Swapping seaside for city, the bright lights & ancient relics will mark our final hours on this trip. Hotel (B) F A Traditional Athens Affair DAY 21ÌATHENS From anise flavoured aperitifs to ancient architecture, this morning you'll absorb all things Athens. Roam around the ancient streets, sample olives & dance through history – this city is nothing if not unique & the perfect way to end our adventure. (B) • Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide • See the ﬁrst modern Olympic Stadium END 12PM ATHENS

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2519

£2699

Start Jun 15 Jun 18

£2795

End Jul 05 Jul 08

Start Jun 23 Jun 27 Jun 30 Jul 07

£2909

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £400 FOOD FUND Start 13 Jul 12 17 Jul 15 20 27

£2909

End Aug 01 Aug 04

Start Jul 21 Jul 30 Aug 04 Aug 18

£2829

End Aug 10 Aug 19 Aug 24 Sep 07

2019

End Jun 15 Jun 24 Jun 29

2019

Start May26 Jun 04 Jun 09

2019

End May18 Jun 01

2019

Start Apr 28 May12

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:CCLG | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ATHENS

Start Aug 29

End Sep 18

£2745

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am London or 5:00pm Paris & ends approx. 12:00noon in Athens. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Note: On some departures, the itinerary may change due to sudden alterations to the Italian/Greek Ferry schedule.

#LONDONTOATHENS

• See the Palace of Versailles (entry not included) • Snails & Champagne • Paris by Night City Tour F Parisian Cabaret Show

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

LONDON TO ROME THE DETAILS 15 NIGHT IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château. 6 nights Contiki Villages, 5 nights hotel & 2 nights in hostels

DAYS

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAY 1-15ÌLONDON TO ROME See p.76 London to Athens for itinerary, sightseeing & Free Time options. (D)

CONTIKI.COM/LONDON-ROME FROM

FROM

£1845

£116

COUNTRIES

DAY 16ÌROME Your trip ends after breakfast, so it's time to swap email addresses & say "arrivederci" to your new friends. (B)

START

ENGLAND

PER DAY

NORTH SEA

Places visited

LONDON

Dover

Nightstops

Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL

Optional start city

Valley of the Somme

END 7:30AM ROME

PARIS

Special stay

Versailles Burgundy Region

24 INCLUDED MEALS

Beaujolais Region

FRANCE

15 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 8 dinners (D)

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

VENICE

Apennine Mountains Pisa Monaco

Arles

Pyrenees Mountains

THE RIVIERA

SPAIN

ESSENTIALS

BARCELONA

FLORENCE

ITALY

END

ADRIATIC SEA

ROME

Vatican City MEDITERRANEAN SEA

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

ROME

ROME, @thalyaeden

£1845

£1985

Start Jun 15 Jun 18

£2115

F Santorini Highlights F Mykonos by Night

End Aug 05 Aug 14 Aug 19 Sep 02

£2075

DAYS 22Ì- 24Ì ATHENS TO MYKONOS It will be squeals all round when we arrive in the party mecca of Mykonos. Windmills, white buildings & iconic sunsets - this island paradise will be ours for 3 nights, leaving us with tired dancing feet & killer tans. Hotel (B)(B)(B)

NEW & IMPROVED

Start Aug 29

End Sep 13

£2015

CONTIKI.COM/LONDON-ATHENS-ESCAPE FROM

£123

DAYS 25Ì- 27Ì SANTORINI After a short bout of play at sea, we'll pull up in the port of Santorini, finding white-washed vistas & blue domed churches. Sign up for a tour that may see you swimming in an active volcano or wander the streets snapping the iconic caldera & tumbling bougainvillea of Santorini. With other days at black or red sand beaches eating local specialties like domatokeftedes (fried tomato balls) life doesn't get much better. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B)

DAY 28ÌATHENS Today we'll make the most of our final hours on the Greek Isles before sailing back to the mainland of Athens, arriving late into the evening. Hotel (B)

PER DAY

Nightstops

END

DAY 29ÌATHENS It will be sad faces all round this morning as we pack our bags, check-out of our hotel & come to the sad realisation that our trip has come to an end. (B)

ATHENS AEGEAN SEA

GREECE

MYKONOS 3

END 10AM ATHENS 3

SANTORINI

Please note: Day 29 has been designed to allow you to ﬁnish the trip without needing an extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:LTAW | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ATHENS

LONDON TO ATHENS + MYKONOS & SANTORINI ISLAND ESCAPE

End May26

£3539 Start Jul 07 C

£4045

Start May12 B

End Jun 10

£3595 End Aug 03

Start Jul 12 Jul 15

£4105

Start May26 C Jun 04 C

End Jun 22 Jul 01

£3755 End Aug 09 Aug 12

Start Jul 21 Jul 30

£3995

Start Jun 09

End Jul 07

£3815 End Aug 18 Aug 27

Start Aug 04 B

£4055

Start Jun 15 Jun 18

End Jul 13 Jul 16

£3949 End Sep 02

Start Aug 18 C

£3839

Start Jun 23 B

End Jul 22

£4155 End Sep 14

Start Aug 29

2019

Start Apr 28

2019

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £530 FOOD FUND

2019

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

DAYS 1Ì- 21ÌLONDON TO ATHENS Refer to London to Athens on p.76. In the afternoon of day 21, you will be transferred to meet your fellow travellers on our Greek Week trip.

• See traditional Cycladicstyle houses

2019

• See the first modern Olympic stadium in Athens • See the famous windmills on Mykonos

Start Jul 21 Jul 30 Aug 04 Aug 18

£3539

COUNTRIES

2019

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

£2135

+ MYKONOS & SANTORINI ISLAND ESCAPE

2019

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

£2135

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £320 FOOD FUND

End Jul 27 Jul 30

2019

ESSENTIALS

Start 08 Jul 12 12 Jul 15 15 22

FROM

2019

28 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 10 dinners (D)

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

2019

39 INCLUDED MEALS

DAYS

2019

Special Stays: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château. 6 nights Contiki Villages, 17 nights hotels, 2 nights in hostels & 1 night on-board a ferry

2019

28 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION

Start Jun 23 Jun 27 Jun 30 Jul 07

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. for more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 7:30am in Rome. For more ways to save see p.31. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the London to Athens. Why not join them if you have time. See p.76. For travel insurance see p.193.

LONDON TO ATHENS THE DETAILS

End Jun 30 Jul 03

2019

End Jun 10 Jun 19 Jun 24

2019

Start May26 Jun 04 Jun 09

2019

End May13 May27

2019

LONDON TO ROME End Jul Jul Jul Jul

Start Apr 28 May12

2019

F Flamenco, Tapas & Drinks, Barcelona F Guided Tour of the Vatican, Rome

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCLR | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ROME

2019

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

HOW MUCH & WHEN 2019

• Walking tour of the Gothic Quarter in Barcelona • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa

2019

#LONDONTOATHENS

#LONDONTOROME

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

Start Jun 27 Jun 30

End Jul 25 Jul 28

£4105 End Sep 26

£3879

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. B - These departures stay one more night in Athens code: LTAWB C - These departures stay one less night in Athens code: LTAWC For more ways to save see p.31. Note: On some departures, the itinerary may change due to sudden alterations to the Italian/ Greek Ferry schedule. For travel insurance see p.193.

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078 079

MYKONOS & SANTORINI ISLAND ESCAPE

THE DETAILS

DAYS

8 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 8 nights in quad-share hotels/hostels

FROM

£1215

£135

ISLANDS

9 INCLUDED MEALS 8 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

THE NUMBERS

FROM

NEW & IMPROVED

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

4.1 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • See the famous windmills in Mykonos

F Mykonos by Night, Mykonos F Island Tour, Delos F Santorini Highlights & volcano tour

#ISLANDESCAPE

An experienced Trip Manager & local Greek ferries

The one that serves straight up sun, party & chill in the idyllic Aegean SANTORINI, GREECE @contikiizzy

Nightstops

GREECE

AEGEAN SEA

ATHENS

MYKONOS 3

SANTORINI

START 6PM ATHENS

DAY 1ÌATHENS Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon delving into the city's historical past. This evening meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers. Why not get together for an optional tasty & authentic Greek meal tonight? DAYS 2Ì- 4Ì MYKONOS It will be squeals all round when we arrive in the party mecca of Mykonos. Windmills, white buildings and iconic sunsets - this island

paradise will be ours for 3 nights, leaving us with tired dancing feet and killer tans. (B)(B)(B)

of our final hours on the Greek Isles before sailing back to the mainland of Athens, arriving back in the evening. (B)

DAYS 5Ì- 7 ÌSANTORINI After three blissful nights in Santorini you'll likely feel like we saved the best for last. From the dreamy sunsets to the iconic blue & white domes dripping in pink flowers, this island will be everything you’ve dreamed of & more. (B,D)(B)(B)

DAY 9ÌEND ATHENS It will be sad faces all round this morning as we pack our bags, check-out of our hotel and come to the sad realisation that our trip has come to an end. (B) END 10AM ATHENS

Please note: Days 1 & 9 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

DAY 8ÌATHENS Today we'll make the most

MYKONOS

SANTORINI @ellyhai

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1215

£1245

£1295

£1359

End Jun 25 Jun 28

Start Jun 23 Jun 26 Jun 29

£1409

End Jul 01 Jul 04 Jul 07

Start Jul 02 Jul 05 Jul 08 Jul 11 Jul 14 Jul 17 Jul 20 Jul 23 Jul 26

£1425

End Jul 10 Jul 13 Jul 16 Jul 19 Jul 22 Jul 25 Jul 28 Jul 31 Aug 03

Start Jul 29 Aug 01 Aug 04 Aug 07 Aug 10 Aug 13 Aug 16 Aug 19

£1359

End Aug 06 Aug 09 Aug 12 Aug 15 Aug 18 Aug 21 Aug 24 Aug 27

Start Aug 22 Aug 25

£1279

End Aug 30 Sep 02

2019

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £120 FOOD FUND

Start Jun 17 Jun 20

2019

End Jun 22

2019

10 13 16 19

Start Jun 14

2019

End Jun Jun Jun Jun

2019

Start Jun 02 Jun 05 Jun 08 Jun 11

2019

End May26 May29 Jun 01 Jun 04 Jun 07

2019

Start May18 May21 May24 May27 May30

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCGW | START ATHENS & FINISH ATHENS

Start Aug 28 Aug 31 Sep 03 Sep 06 Sep 09 Sep 12 Sep 15 Sep 18

End Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep

£1235

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. Note: for operational reasons this trip may run in reverse. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

05 08 11 14 17 20 23 26

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

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ICONIC ESSENTIALS

EUROPEAN TRAIL 23

DAYS

£2179

22 nights in quad-share hotel/hostel accommodation

33 INCLUDED MEALS

£95

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

22 breakfasts (B) 11 dinners (D)

DO IT DIFFERENTLY

FROM

COUNTRIES

22 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

#EUTRAIL

FROM

4.7 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

Prefer Hotel accommodation instead? Check out European Vistas p.54 for a similar itinerary.

• Bike tour of Edam (summer only) • Locally guided tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau Concentration Camps • Special access Rome sightseeing tour

F Pierogi Dinner, Krakow F River Cruise with Dinner, Budapest F Traditional Tastes of Venice, Venice

The one that trails through Europe's bucket list musts & lesser known secrets DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌVIENNA A church made from over 40,000 human skeletons will be our last Czech site before entering Austria. In Vienna we'll soak up schnapps, strudel & palaces. (B)(B,D) F Schnapps Museum F A classic night out

ROME, ITALY @holly.abroad

DAYS 9 - 10ÌKRAKOW We'll take a sombre visit to Auschwitz Concentration Camp. Then stroll markets, absorb the lively culture & explore the Old Town. (B,D)(B) F Salt Mines Tour

LONDON ENGLAND

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

POLAND

Dover

Dresden

GERMANY

Calais BELGIUM

PRAGUE

ENGLISH CHANNEL

DAY 2ÌAMSTERDAM A morning cycle will take us past windmills & Dutch countryside, (summer only) then we visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house. (B) F Canal Cruise

BERLIN

Auschwitz

Kutná Hora

CZECH REP

KRAKOW

SLOVAKIA

PARIS

VIENNA

FRANCE SWITZ

ALPS

ITALY

Pisa

HUNGARY

SLOVENIA

Places visited

VENICE

LJUBLJANA START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

FLORENCE

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Optional end city

DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌPRAGUE After a stop in Dresden, Prague will steal our hearts for two nights of castles, cathedrals & a quirky persona. (B,D)(B) F Prague Bike Tour F Pivo & Pubs Tour

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Join the team this morning in London or this afternoon in Amsterdam. By night we will unite to explore Amsterdam's canals & gable houses. (D)

Nightstops Optional start city

BUDAPEST

AUSTRIA

2 SWISS

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌBERLIN Whisking down the autobahn we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Go deep on the city's creative culture. (B,D) (B) F Cold War & Cold Drinks

Banska Bystrica

ROME

Vatican City

Optional start/end city

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2405

Start May04 May11

£2665

End May26 Jun 02

Start May18 May25 Jun 01 Jun 03 Jun 08 Jun 10

End Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul

09 16 23 25 30 02

£2735

2019

End Apr 21 May05 May12 May19

2019

Start Mar 30 Apr 13 Apr 20 Apr 27

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCEL | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Jun 15 Jun 17 Jun 19 Jun 22 Jun 24 Jun 26

End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

£2875

07 09 11 14 16 18

Start Jun 29 Jul 01 Jul 03 Jul 06 Jul 08 Jul 10

£2875

Start Jul 13 Jul 20 Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 03 Aug 10

£2595

£2380

End Start Nov 24 Dec 02 ★ Dec 01 Dec 07 ★ Dec 08 Dec 15 Dec 22

£2380

End Dec 24 Dec 29

Start Dec 14 Dec 16 Dec 20 Dec 22 Dec 27

£2440

★ ★ ★ ★

End Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan

05 07 11 13 18

Start Dec 29 Dec 31 2020 Jan 04

£2440

End Jan 20 Jan 22 Jan 26

2020

Start Nov 02 Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 23 ★ Nov 30 ★

2019

End Nov 10 Nov 17

End Aug 04 Aug 11 Aug 18 Aug 20 Aug 25 Sep 01

£2875

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWEL | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH PARIS OR LONDON Start Oct 19 Oct 26

DAY 13ÌLJUBLJANA In Slovenia's capital we'll meander through a vibrant student scene, greeting monuments & exploring the old town. (B) DAY 14ÌVENICE Driving through the enchanted Julian Alps, we'll make our way to Venice. Here we'll fall head over heels. (B) F Gondola ride DAYS 15Ì- 16ÌROME We'll leave Venice & dart through the Apennine Mountains in search of Rome. (B,D)(B,D) F Emperors & Gladiators inc Colosseum

DAYS 19Ì- 20Ì SWISS ALPS We'll see the Leaning Tower of Pisa & Lake Como on our drive into the Swiss Alps. Two nights of chocolate & a breathtaking Swiss mountain setting. (B,D)(B,D) F Swiss Mountain visit DAYS 21Ì- 22ÌPARIS Today a drive past Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here we'll marvel at monuments between boutique shopping & countless baguettes. (B,D)(B) F Cabaret Show with Champagne DAY 23ÌPARIS TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £380 FOOD FUND

End Jul 21 Jul 23 Jul 25 Jul 28 Jul 30 Aug 01

2019

NORTH Edam SEA

DAYS 11Ì- 12Ì BUDAPEST After visiting Slovakia's charismatic Banská Bystrica, we'll arrive in the ‘Paris of the East.' From a Royal Palace to a gothic church, we'll bounce across the river to Buda & Pest. (B)(B) F Past & Present Tour

DAYS 17Ì- 18Ì FLORENCE First up we will tick off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. Then we'll head north in search of Florence, watching grapevines roll over hills through rural Umbria en route. Once in Florence a local Guide will lead us through the secret streets & sacred art surrounding the majestic Duomo Cathedral. (B,D)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria F Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums

Start Aug 17 Aug 19 Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 07 Sep 14

End Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct

£2790

Start 08 Sep 28 10 Oct 05 15 22 29 06

End Oct 20 Oct 27

£2790

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £330 FOOD FUND Start Jan 11 Jan 18 Jan 25 Feb 01 Feb 08

£2179

End Feb 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 23 Mar 01

Start Feb 15 Feb 22 Mar 07 Mar 14

End Mar 08 Mar 15 Mar 29 Apr 05

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* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip beaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For travel insurance see p.193.

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7 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

4.4 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Volendam Dinner, Amsterdam F Historical Walking Tour, Berlin F Bike Tour, Prague (summer departures only)

• Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house • See the site of Checkpoint Charlie

The one that combines Euro cool & gothic history in Amsterdam, Berlin, Prague & Vienna DAY 8ÌVIENNA Our grand finale will take place in the schnapps & strudel mecca of Vienna. A cathedral, palace & opera house will take the pinch off our teary goodbyes. (B)

BERLIN, GERMANY

AMSTERDAM

END 12:30PM VIENNA

DAY 7ÌVIENNA A church made from over 40,000 human skeletons will be our last Czech site before entering Austria. In Vienna we'll soak up the city's prides its palaces. Music, architecture & a lively café scene; we'll get amongst all of it. (B) • Scenic drive around the historic ring road F A Classic Night Out START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DAY 2Ì AMSTERDAM A morning cycle will take us to a cheese farm in Edam & a clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained long into the evening. (B) • Edam Bike ride (Summer only) F Canal Cruise

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌBERLIN Whisking down the autobahn we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep on the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries & historic sites galore. (B,D)(B) F Cold War & Cold Drinks

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START

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

2 ENGLAND

PRAGUE, @jess__wallace

BERLIN

LONDON Dresden

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Dover

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VIENNA, @marthametcalfe

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Calais

ENGLISH CHANNEL

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Kutná Hora

CZECH REP

END FRANCE

VIENNA AUSTRIA

Places visited 1

Nightstops Optional start city

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1000

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£880

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★ ★ ★ ★

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£1080

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21 23 27 29 03

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2019

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£780

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18 25 01 08 15

Start Feb 15 Feb 22 Mar 07 Mar 14

End Feb 22 Feb 29 Mar 14 Mar 21

£780

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. Please note You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Please note Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 12:30pm in Vienna. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure. Some travellers will be continuing their contiki journey on the European Trail. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.80. For travel insurance see p.193.

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DAY 9ÌROME Tap into 'La Dolce Vita' of the "Eternal City" & explore this living museum of history before your trip ends & it's time for you to say goodbye to your travel mates. (B)

VIENNA

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End May12 May19

£1015

£1145

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£1230

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2019

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£1000

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DAYS

START 6PM ROME

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End Start Jul 16 Aug 10 Jul 18 Jul 21 Jul 23 Jul 25 Jul 28 Aug 04 Aug 11 Aug 13

£1230

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£1195

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End Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

Start 22 2020 29 Jan 03 31 Jan 05 04 06

£1030

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£1030

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£895

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15 19 26 02 09

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£895

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£895

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of Florence, watching grapevines roll over hills through rural Umbria en route. Once in Florence a Local Guide will lead us through the secret streets & sacred art surrounding the majestic Duomo Cathedral. (B,D)(B) F Tuscan Evening DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌSWISS ALPS The Leaning Tower of Pisa & Lake Como will mark our drive from Italy into the Swiss Alps.

PER DAY END

ENGLAND DAY 8ÌPARIS LONDON TO LONDON Dover Whether you take your Calais complimentary transfer to Valley of the Paris CDG Airport or to central Somme London, it will be sad 2 PARIS goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B) Burgundy

Two nights of Swiss chocolate & a breathtaking mountain setting will be ours to lap up until departure. (B,D)(B,D) DAYS 6Ì- 7ÌPARIS Today a drive past the vineyards of Burgundy will take us to two nights in Paris - Oui merci! Here in the city of lights & love we'll marvel at monuments between boutique shopping & countless baguettes. (B,D)(B)

END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

2 FRANCE

2019

£875 Start Aug 11 Aug 13

£980

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£960 End Start Aug 18 Aug 18 Aug 20 Aug 25

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End Jun Jun Jun Jul

Start 23 Jun 30 25 Jul 2 30 Jul 4 2 Jul 7

£1005 End Start Aug 25 Sep 1 Sep 1 Sep 3

£980

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£1005

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£980

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£870

★ ★

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£895

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£895

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16 18 21 23

£1005

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£1005

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£980

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Lake Como

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Pisa

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FLORENCE

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Nightstops Optional end city

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

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Places visited 1

Region

HOW MUCH & WHEN

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide

Nightstops

ROME

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £110 FOOD FUND

2020

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

Places visited 1

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Trip starts 6:00pm in Vienna & ends approx. 12:30pm in Rome. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 23 day European Trail, 16 day Trail to London & 16 day Trail to Rome trips. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on these trips. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

2019

ESSENTIALS

ADRIATIC SEA

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £140 FOOD FUND

£1165

2019

7 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

END

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWVR | START VIENNA & FINISH ROME

2019

12 INCLUDED MEALS

BUDAPEST

LJUBLJANA

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SLOVENIA

WESTERN ROCKER 7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

SLOVAKIA

AUSTRIA

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCVR | START VIENNA & FINISH ROME

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

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KRAKOW Banska Bystrica

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#EASTERNTRAIL #WESTERNROCKER

POLAND

Auschwitz

END 12:30PM ROME

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Pierogi Dinner, Krakow F River Cruise with Dinner, Budapest F Gondola Ride, Venice

PER DAY

CZECH REP

HOW MUCH & WHEN

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• Visit Auschwitz & Birkenau Concentration Camps • Private boat through the canals of Venice

ITALY

2019

ESSENTIALS

DAY 1ÌVIENNA Viennese culture is everywhere! Explore the city your way before meeting up with your Trip Manager & travel buddies tonight. (D)

£100

2019

11 INCLUDED MEALS

£895

COUNTRIES

DAYS 2Ì- 8ÌVIENNA TO ROME See days 9-15 of European Trail (p.80) itinerary, sightseeing & Free Time Add-Ons.

START 6PM VIENNA

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2020

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ICONIC ESSENTIALS

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End Start Jul 25 Jul 28 Jul 28 Aug 4 Jul 30 Aug 1

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ROME

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£1005

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£779

Vatican City

End Mar 15 Mar 29 Apr 5

£779

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Trip starts 6:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or 6:30pm in London. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 23 day European Trail & 16 day Trail to London trips. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on these trips. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group. For travel insurance see p.193.

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ESSENTIALS

15 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)

4.7 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Locally guided tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau concentration camps • Visit a cheese farm & clogs maker’s house

F Historical Walking Tour, Berlin F Pierogi Dinner, Krakow F River Cruise with Dinner, Budapest

The one that will tick off iconic history & culture through 12 countries en route to Rome DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌBERLIN Whisking down the autobahn we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Two nights here will give us enough time to go deep on the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries & historic sites galore. (B,D)(B) F Cold War & Cold Drinks

ROME, ITALY

DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌPRAGUE After a stop in Dresden we'll find ourselves in the Czech Republic, within a medieval maze of pretty cobblestoned streets. Bohemian Prague will steal our hearts for two nights with castles, cathedrals & a quirky persona. (B,D)(B) F Prague bike tour (summer only) F Pivo & Pubs Tour

NETHERLANDS

LONDON Dover

BERLIN

POLAND GERMANY

Dresden

KRAKOW

BELGIUM

Calais

PRAGUE

FRANCE

Kutna Hora

Auschwitz

CZECH REP

Banska Bystrica

SLOVAKIA

VIENNA

BUDAPEST

AUSTRIA

LJUBLJANA VENICE

DAY 2ÌAMSTERDAM A morning cycle will take us to a cheese farm & clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained long into the evening. (B) • Edam bike ride (summer only) F Canal cruise

HUNGARY

SLOVENIA

ITALY

Apennine ADRIATIC SEA Mountains

Places visited 1

Nightstops Optional start city

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

END

HOW MUCH & WHEN

ROME

£1740

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£1995

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Start May18 May25 Jun 01 Jun 03 Jun 08 Jun 10

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02 09 16 18 23 25

£2040

2019

End Apr 14 Apr 28 May05 May12

2019

Start Mar 30 Apr 13 Apr 20 Apr 27

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCTR | START LONDON OR AMSTERDAM & FINISH ROME Start Jun 15 Jun 17 Jun 19 Jun 22 Jun 24 Jun 26

End Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

£2145

30 02 04 07 09 11

£1895

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£1755

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£1755

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2019

End Nov 03 Nov 10

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£1805

★ ★ ★ ★

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14 16 18 21 23 25

£2145

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End Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan

29 31 04 06 11

DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì KRAKOW Paying tribute to Poland's tumultuous past, we'll take a sombre visit to Auschwitz Concentration Camp. Then we'll switch things up uncovering the country's buzzing present day setting, strolling markets, absorbing the vivacious culture & exploring the medieval Old Town. (B,D)(B) F Salt Mines tour

DAY 13ÌLJUBLJANA In Slovenia's capital we'll meander through a vibrant student scene, greeting monuments & exploring the old town. It may be hard to pronounce, but Ljubljana will not be hard to love. (B) • Visit to Lake Bled (Summer only) DAY 14ÌVENICE Driving through the enchanted Julian Alps, we'll make our way to the fairytale setting of Venice. Here we'll fall head over heels for the “floating city”, charmed by its artistic palazzi & maze of canals. (B) F Traditional Tastes of Venice DAY 15ÌROME With our newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Venice & dart through the Apennine Mountains in search of Rome. Here we will visit historic monuments in a whirl of Vespas, pasta & culture. (B,D) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona DAY 16ÌROME Time to give your travel pals a kiss on each cheek; you'll feel very at home in Europe by the end of this trip. (B) END 12:30PM ROME

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Start Dec 29 Dec 31 2020 Jan 04

£1805

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£2145

2019

AMSTERDAM

Start Aug 17 Aug 19 Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 07 Sep 14

End Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep

Start 01 Sep 28 03 Oct 05 08 15 22 29

£2090

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£2090

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2020

ENGLAND

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

START

NORTH SEA Edam

DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌVIENNA A church made from over 40,000 human skeletons will be our last Czech site before entering Austria. In Vienna we'll soak up schnapps, strudel & visit the city's prides – its palaces. Music, architecture & a lively café scene; we'll get amongst all of it. (B)(B,D) F Schnapps Museum

Start Jan 11 Jan 18 Jan 25 Feb 01 Feb 08

£1615

End Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb

26 02 09 16 23

Start Feb 15 Feb 22 Mar 07 Mar 14

End Mar 01 Mar 08 Mar 22 Mar 29

£1615

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:30am in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 12:30pm in Rome. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the European Trail. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.80. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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ICONIC ESSENTIALS

TRAIL TO LONDON 16

DAYS

£1569

15 nights in quad-share hotel/hostel accommodation

23 INCLUDED MEALS

£99

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ESSENTIALS

15 breakfasts (B) 8 dinners (D)

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15 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

#TRAILTOLONDON

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FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

Check out our European Trail p.80 for 23 days of Euro dreams

• Private boat through the canals of Venice • Special access sightseeing tour of Rome

F Salt Mines Tour, Krakow F Past & Present Tour, Budapest F Tuscan Evening, Florence

The one that gives you the bucket-list European highlights across 11 countries from Vienna to London START 6PM VIENNA

DAY 1ÌVIENNA Welcome to Vienna to soak up schnapps, strudel & palaces. Meet new pals & Trip Manager tonight. (D)

LAUTERBRUNNEN, SWISS ALPS

DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌKRAKOW After a sombre visit to Auschwitz Concentration Camp, we'll explore Krakow's markets & medieval Old Town. (B,D)(B) F Salt Mines tour DAYS 4Ì- 5 Ì BUDAPEST Stopping at Slovakia's charismatic Banská Bystrica, we'll arrive to explore Buda & Pest. (B)(B) F River Cruise with Dinner

END

POLAND

LONDON Dover

KRAKOW

Calais CZECH REP

Valley of the Somme

START

PARIS

Banska Bystrica

VIENNA

SLOVAKIA

Burgundy Region

SWITZ

2 FRANCE

SWISS ALPS

SLOVENIA

ITALY

HUNGARY

VENICE

Optional start city 2

Pisa

FLORENCE 2

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1685

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£1910

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02 09 16 23 25

£1955

2019

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2019

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ROME Vatican City

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£1845

30 02 07 09 11

£2055

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£1725

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£1725

End Dec 15 Dec 22 Dec 24

2019

End Nov 10

Start Dec 14 ★ Dec 21 ★ Dec 23 ★ Dec 27

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£1775

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14 16 18 21 23

£2055

End Dec Jan Jan Jan

29 05 07 11

DAYS 14Ì- 15ÌPARIS Through Burgundy's vineyards & we're in Paris. Monuments, boutiques & baguettes, Oui Merci! (B,D)(B) F Cabaret show with Champagne DAY 16ÌPARIS TO LONDON A kiss farewell on each cheek, & a complimentary transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or to central London. (B) END 10AM PARIS CDG AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

PARIS, FRANCE @thebackpackerco

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ADRIATIC SEA

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£1775

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£2055

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£2055

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£2005

01 08 10 15 22

Start Sep 14 Sep 21 Oct 05 Oct 12

End Sep Oct Oct Oct

29 06 20 27

£2005

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2020

Optional end city

DAY 7ÌVENICE Through the enchanting Julian Alps, we'll arrive in Venice to be charmed by its Palazzi & canals. (B) F Gondola Ride

DAYS 12Ì- 13Ì SWISS ALPS The Leaning Tower of Pisa & Lake Como will mark our drive from Italy into the Swiss Alps. Two nights of Swiss chocolate & a breathtaking mountain setting will be ours to lap up until departure. (B,D)(B,D)

DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌROME Hungry for more, it's on through the Apennine Mountains for the historic monuments (& pasta) of Rome, plus the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B,D)(B,D) F Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums

LJUBLJANA

1 Lake Como

Nightstops

BUDAPEST

AUSTRIA

Places visited 1

Auschwitz

ENGLISH CHANNEL

2019

ENGLAND

DAY 6ÌLJUBLJANA Slovenia's capital will reveal a vibrant student scene & an old town to fall in love with. (B) • See Ljubljana's medieval Castle & Old Town

DAYS 10Ì- 11 ÌFLORENCE We'll roll through Umbria's hills to Florence. Where a Local Guide will reveal secrets streets & sacred art around the majestic Duomo. (B,D)(B) • Florentine Leather Demonstration

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£1569

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22 26 02 09

Start Feb 01 Feb 08 Feb 15 Feb 22

£1569

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End Mar 15 Mar 29 Apr 05

£1569

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:00pm in Vienna & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 23 day European Trail. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group.

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£95

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34 INCLUDED MEALS

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

24 breakfasts (B) 10 dinners (D)

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

THE NUMBERS

FROM

4.6 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Cabaret Show, Paris F Cruise around the Isle of Capri, Sorrento (weather permitting) F Eagle’s Nest, Salzburg (summer only)

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Train along the Cinque Terre • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide

#EUQUEST

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The one that does a 25 day loop combining Europe's icons & Mediterranean cool featuring Capri & San Sebastian DAYS 16Ì- 17ÌVENICE From Verona to Venice, our Italian love affair is getting even deeper. (B,D)(B) F Gondola ride along the canals

CAPRI, ITALY

from bars to galleries & historic sites. (B,D)(B) F Walking tour of Berlin DAYS 23 - 24Ì AMSTERDAM Beyond the city skirts we'll cycle passing windmills & Dutch countryside (summer only). (B,D)(B) F Canal cruise

DAY 18ÌSALZBURG Home to Mozart & The Sound of Music, there is no shortage of culture to explore. (B) F Sights & Sounds of Salzburg

DAY 25 AMSTERDAM TO LONDON Take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London. It will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B)

DAYS 19Ì- 20Ì PRAGUE Two nights of castles, cathedrals & quirky personality. (B,D)(B) F Nuclear bunker tour

END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

DAYS 21Ì- 22ÌBERLIN Go deep into the city's creative culture, hopping START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAY 1Ì LONDON TO PARIS Join the team this morning in London or later in Paris. (D) • Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the ChampsElysees & Notre Dame Cathedral DAY 2ÌPARIS Today will be free for baguettes & boutique shopping. (B) F Parisian dinner DAY 3ÌBORDEAUX We'll sip wine & admire vines. (B) • See the Cathedral, Place de la Bourse & Water Mirror of Bordeaux

DAYS 4Ì- 5Ì SAN SEBASTIAN For two nights we'll drift between sea dips & pintxos bars. (B,D)(B)

we'll sip wine & take dip in the crystal Ligurian Sea. (B)

Places visited Nightstops

DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì BARCELONA From the Gothic Quarter to La Rambla, we won't leave a pocket of this city uncovered. (B)(B,D) F Flamenco show with dinner DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌNICE Rub shoulders with the rich & famous, then when the sun drops, roll the dice in Monte Carlo. (B,D)(B) F Monaco dinner DAY 10Ì CINQUE TERRE Soaking up the sunshine & iconic setting of Monterosso,

DAY 11ÌFLORENCE Visit the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, then drink up the secret streets & sacred art of Florence. (B)

Edam

ENGLAND

Optional start city

LONDON

Optional end city

BERLIN

NETHERLANDS

Dresden

GERMANY

Dover

Optional start/end city

AMSTERDAM

BELGIUM

Calais

PRAGUE

Valley of the Somme

DAYS 12Ì- 13Ì SORRENTO With two nights here, laze under a striped umbrella or roam the Isle of Capri. (B)(B,D)

PARIS

CZECH REP

2 1

Loire Valley

SALZBURG

AUSTRIA

FRANCE

Verona

DAYS 14Ì- 15ÌROME We'll head to Rome via Pompeii. Here we will visit monuments in a whirl of Vespas, pasta & culture. (B,D)(B) F Guided tour of the ancient city of Pompeii F Guided tour of Vatican F Cooking class & dinner

SAN SEBASTIAN 2

CINQUE TERRE ITALY

BORDEAUX

Pisa Monaco

Zaragoza

VENICE

FLORENCE

St-Jean-de-Luz Pyrenees Mountains

SPAIN

NICE MEDITERRANEAN SEA

ADRIATIC SEA

ROME

Vatican City Pompeii

BARCELONA

SORRENTO

Isle of Capri

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2525

End May27 Jun 03

£2815

Start May17 May22 May24 May31

End Jun Jun Jun Jun

10 15 17 24

£2880

Start Jun 05 Jun 07 Jun 12 Jun 14

£2880

End Jun Jul Jul Jul

29 01 06 08

Start Jun 19 Jun 21 Jun 26 Jun 28

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £320 FOOD FUND 13 15 20 22

£3060

Start Jul 03 Jul 05 Jul 10 Jul 12

£3060

£2775

£2605

End Nov 25 Dec 02 Dec 09 Dec 16

Start Nov 29 ★ Dec 06 ★ Dec 13 ★

£2605

End Dec 23 Dec 30 Jan 06

Start Dec 20 ★ Dec 23 ★ Dec 29

£2695

End Start Jan 13 2020 Jan 16 Jan 03 Jan 22

£2695

End Jan 27

2020

Start Nov 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 22

2019

End Nov 11 Nov 18

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWEQ | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start Oct 18 Oct 25

End Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 03 Aug 05

Start Jul 17 Jul 19 Jul 24 Jul 26

End Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 17 Aug 19

£3060

Start Aug 02 Aug 07 Aug 09

End Aug 26 Aug 31 Sep 02

£3060

2019

Start May03 May10

2019

End Apr 22 May06 May20

2019

Start Mar 29 Apr 12 Apr 26

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCEQ | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

Start Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30

£2950

End Sep Sep Sep Sep

07 09 16 23

Start Sep 06 Sep 13 Sep 27 Oct 04

End Sep Oct Oct Oct

£2950

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £290 FOOD FUND

Start Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Feb 07

£2355

End Feb 03 Feb 10 Feb 17 Mar 02

Start Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 06 Mar 13

End Mar 16 Mar 23 Mar 30 Apr 06

£2355

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London (6:30am in Winter) or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For travel insurance see p.193.

30 07 21 28

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/WESTERN-QUEST

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

WESTERN QUEST 8

DAYS

£785

7 nights quad-share hotel/ hostel accommodation

10 INCLUDED MEALS

£99

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

7 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

GOT MORE TIME?

FROM

COUNTRIES

7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

#WESTERNQUEST

FROM

4.5 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

Want to see a little more of the UK before you start your trip in London? Add on the England & Scotland trip on p.147 and save up to 5% with our multitrip discount on selected departures.

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter

F Parisian Dinner, Paris F Cabaret Show, Paris F Flamenco Show with Dinner, Barcelona

The one that hits the highlights of western Europe in one action-packed week ENGLAND

START

BARCELONA, SPAIN @_sarahlatham

LONDON

Dover Calais

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

PARIS

FRANCE

Loire Valley

SAN SEBASTIAN

BORDEAUX

St-Jean-de-Luz

2 END

Zaragoza

Places visitedSPAIN 1

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Optional start city START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌSAN SEBASTIAN For two nights we'll drift between sea dips & pintxos bars in the picturesque coastal town of San Sebastian. The Basque city's energetic town centre will call for endless espressos & hours of exploring. (B,D)(B)

DAY 3ÌBORDEAUX Producing tonnes of grape juice per year, a visit to Bordeaux is essential. We'll sip wine & admire vines in this elegant & picturesque French city. (B)

DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì BARCELONA Stopping in the ancient Roman town of Zaragoza, we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside

BARCELONA

Nightstops

Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't leave a pocket of this city uncovered. (B)(B,D) F Flamenco show with dinner DAY 8ÌBARCELONA Time to give your travel pals a kiss on each cheek; you'll feel very at home in Europe by the end of this trip. (B) END 9AM BARCELONA

PARIS, @courtneyyv

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£910

Start May17 May22 May24 May31 Jun 05 Jun 07

End Start May24 Jun 12 May29 Jun 14 May31 Jun 07 Jun 12 Jun 14

£965

End Jun 19 Jun 21

£895

Start Nov 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 22

£890

End Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 29

Start Nov 29 Dec 06 ★ Dec 13 ★

£890

End Dec 06 Dec 13 Dec 20

2019

End Oct 25 Nov 01

Start Dec 20 ★ Dec 23 ★ Dec 29

£910

End Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul

26 28 03 05 10 12

£1025

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWWQ | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH BARCELONA Start Oct 18 Oct 25

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £100 FOOD FUND

Start Jun 19 Jun 21 Jun 26 Jun 28 Jul 03 Jul 05

End Start Dec 27 2020 Dec 30 Jan 03 Jan 05

£910

Start Jul 10 Jul 12 Jul 17 Jul 19 Jul 24 Jul 26

End Jul 17 Jul 19 Jul 24 Jul 26 Jul 31 Aug 02

£1025

Start Aug 02 Aug 07 Aug 09

End Aug 09 Aug 14 Aug 16

2019

End May10 May17

£1025

Start Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30 Sep 06 Sep 13

£985

End Start Aug 21 Sep 27 Aug 23 Oct 04 Aug 30 Sep 06 Sep 13 Sep 20

End Oct 04 Oct 11

£985

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £110 FOOD FUND End Jan 10

2020

£825

Start May03 May10

2019

End Apr 05 Apr 19 May03

2019

Start Mar 29 Apr 12 Apr 26

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCWQM | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH BARCELONA

Start Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Feb 07

£785

End Jan Jan Jan Feb

17 24 31 14

Start Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 06 Mar 13

End Feb 28 Mar 06 Mar 13 Mar 20

£785

* Prices are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London (6:30am in Winter) or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 9:00am in Barcelona. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the European Quest. Why not join them if your have time. See p.85. For travel insurance see p.193.

CONTIKI.COM

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

086 087

MEDITERRANEAN QUEST

F Monaco Dinner, Monaco F Cruise around the Isle of Capri (weather permitting), Sorrento F Guided tour of the Vatican, Rome

Quest (p.85) itinerary, sightseeing & Free Time Add-Ons.

CINQUE TERRE

FRANCE

DAY 9ÌROME Your trip ends after breakfast, so it's time to swap email addresses & say "arrivederci" to your new friends. (B)

Pyrenees Mountains

END

ROME 2

START SPAIN

END 9AM ROME

End Apr 13 Apr 27 May11 May18

£1015

Start May17 May24 May29 May31 Jun 07 Jun 12

End Start May25 Jun 14 Jun 01 Jun 06 Jun 08 Jun 15 Jun 20

£1130

Nightstops

End Jun 22

Start Jun 19 Jun 21 Jun 26 Jun 28 Jul 03 Jul 05

Start Oct 25

End Nov 02

£1055

Start Nov 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 22

End Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30

£995

Start Nov 29 Dec 06 ★ Dec 13 ★

27 29 04 06 11 13

£1200

End Dec 07 Dec 14 Dec 21

£995

Start Jul 10 Jul 12 Jul 17 Jul 19 Jul 24 Jul 26

End Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 01 Aug 03

£1200

Start Dec 20 ★ Dec 27 Dec 30

Start Jul 31 Aug 02 Aug 09

End Aug 08 Aug 10 Aug 17

£1200

End Jan 13

£1020

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Gondola Ride, Venice F Eagle’s Nest, Salzburg (summer only) F Volendam Dinner, Amsterdam

Start Sep 13 Sep 20 Oct 04 Oct 11

£1155

End Sep Sep Oct Oct

21 28 12 19

£1155

Start Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31

End Jan Jan Feb Feb

18 25 01 08

£879

Start Feb 14 Feb 28 Mar 06 Mar 13

End Start Feb 22 Mar 20 Mar 07 Mar 14 Mar 21

£879

End Mar 28

£879

CONTIKI.COM/EASTERN-QUEST

DAYS

START 7:15AM ROME

DAY 1Ì ROME TO VENICE Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning. We then travel over the Appenine Mountains, stopping in Romeo & Juliet's home of Verona en route to Venice. (D) DAYS 2Ì- 9ÌVENICE TO AMSTERDAM See days 17-24 of European Quest (p.85) itinerary,

FROM

£945

£95

COUNTRIES

END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

sightseeing & Free Time Add-Ons.

Dover

£1059

Start May11

SALZBURG

Start May18 May25 Jun 01 Jun 06 Jun 08

End May27 Jun 03 Jun 10 Jun 15 Jun 17

Places visited 1

£1205

£1075

End Dec 09 Dec 16

Start Dec 14 ★ Dec 21 ★ Dec 28

£1105

Start Jun 15 Jun 20 Jun 22 Jun 27 Jun 29 Jul 04

End Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul

£1275

24 29 01 06 08 13

End Start Dec 23 2020 Dec 30 Jan 04 Jan 06

£1105

End Jan 13

AUSTRIA

VENICE Verona ITALY

Nightstops

2 ADRIATIC SEA

Optional start city START

Optional end city

£1115 End Start Nov 11 Nov 30 Nov 18 Dec 07 ★ Nov 25 Dec 02

PRAGUE

FRANCE

AMSTERDAM

End May20

GERMANY

CZECH REP

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

ROME

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £110 FOOD FUND Start Jul 06 Jul 11 Jul 13 Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 25

End Jul 15 Jul 20 Jul 22 Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 03

£1275

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWQE | START ROME & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start Nov 02 Nov 09 Nov 16 Nov 23

Dresden

Calais BELGIUM

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCQEM | START ROME & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON End Apr 22 May06

AMSTERDAM

ENGLISH CHANNEL

HOW MUCH & WHEN Start Apr 13 Apr 27

BERLIN

ENGLAND

LONDON

PER DAY

NETHERLANDS

Edam END

DAY 10Ì AMSTERDAM TO LONDON This morning after breakfast we transfer you to Schiphol Airport where your trip ends. Or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)

2020

• Private motorboat ride to the historic islands of Venice • Explore windmills, canals & dikes by bike through cheese making Edam (summer only)

End Aug 22 Aug 24 Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 07 Sep 14

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £110 FOOD FUND

End Start Dec 28 2020 Jan 04 Jan 05 Jan 07

£1020

2019

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

Start Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 21 Aug 23 Aug 30 Sep 06

* Prices are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in Barcelona & ends approx. 9:00am in Rome. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 25 day European Quest, 16 day Quest to Rome & 18 day Quest to London trips. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on these trips. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

2019

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

Capri

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £120 FOOD FUND End Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWMQ | START BARCELONA & FINISH ROME

2019

ESSENTIALS

Pompeii

SORRENTO

2019

Start Apr 05 Apr 19 May03 May10

2019

9 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

Vatican City

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

BARCELONA

Places visited

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCMQM | START BARCELONA & FINISH ROME

2019

13 INCLUDED MEALS

FLORENCE

HOW MUCH & WHEN

2019

9 nights quad-share hotel/ hostel accommodation

Pisa

Monaco

NICE

Start Jan 07 Jan 13 Jan 18 Jan 25

£945

Start Jul 27 Aug 01 Aug 03 Aug 08 Aug 10

End Aug 05 Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 17 Aug 19

£1275

Start Aug 17 Aug 22 Aug 24 Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 07

End Aug 26 Aug 31 Sep 02 Sep 07 Sep 09 Sep 16

£1230

Start Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Oct 12 Oct 19

End Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct

£1230

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £90 FOOD FUND End Jan Jan Jan Feb

16 22 27 03

Start Feb 01 Feb 08 Feb 22 Mar 07

£945

End Feb 10 Feb 17 Mar 02 Mar 16

Start Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28

End Mar 23 Mar 30 Apr 06

£945

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 25 day European Quest & 18 day Quest to London trips. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on these trips. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193

23 30 07 21 28

#EASTERNQUEST

9 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITALY

EASTERN QUEST THE DETAILS

PER DAY

#MEDQUEST

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

2019

• Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Special access Rome sightseeing tour

£98

2020

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

£879

COUNTRIES

2019

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

FROM

2019

ESSENTIALS

DAYS 2Ì- 8Ì NICE TO ROME See days 9-15 of European

2019

8 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

2019

11 INCLUDED MEALS

DAY 1ÌBARCELONA TO NICE Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning. Travel through the charmingly rustic region of Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. (D)

2019

8 nights in quad-share hotel/ hostel accommodation

DAYS

START 7:15AM BARCELONA

2019

8 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

FROM

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

THE DETAILS

CONTIKI.COM/MEDITERRANEAN-QUEST

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/QUEST-ROME

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

QUEST TO ROME 16

DAYS

£1559

15 nights quad-share hotel/ hostel accommodation

21 INCLUDED MEALS

£98

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

15 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)

GOT MORE TIME

FROM

COUNTRIES

15 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

#QUESTTOROME

FROM

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

Want to see even more of Europe? Check out the European Quest on p.85

4.7 RATING

• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter

F Cabaret Show, Paris F Flamenco Show with Dinner, Barcelona F Cruise around the Isle of Capri (weather dependent), Sorrento

The one that combines France, Spain & Italy - a trio like no other DAY 11ÌFLORENCE After a visit to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll cruise on towards Renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. (B) • Locally guided walking tour of Florence F Tuscan Evening

ISLE OF CAPRI, ITALY

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Join the Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Paris. (D) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral DAY 2ÌPARIS Explore hidden coffee shops or grab a bike & find a picnic spot by the Eiffel; the day will be yours. (B) F Parisian dinner DAY 3ÌBORDEAUX We'll sip wine & admire vines in this elegant & picturesque French city. (B)

DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌSAN SEBASTIAN For two nights we'll drift between sea dips & pintxos bars in the picturesque coastal town of San Sebastian. (B,D)(B)

DAYS 8Ì- 9Ì NICE Rubbing shoulders with the rich & famous, we'll shop boutiques & stroll outdoor markets in Nice. When the sun drops & the perfumeries shut up shop, we'll roll the dice at the Monte Carlo Casino. (B,D)(B) F Monaco dinner F A 'Nice' Bike Ride

DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì BARCELONA Stopping in the ancient Roman town of Zaragoza, we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't leave a pocket of this city uncovered. (B)(B,D) F Flamenco show with dinner

ENGLAND

DAYS 12Ì- 13 ÌSORRENTO Boating, beautiful islands & a backdrop of cliff-edge houses – there's nowhere in the world quite like Sorrento. With two nights here there will be no need to hurry, you'll be free to laze under a striped umbrella or roam around the Isle of Capri. (B)(B,D) F Cruise around the Isle of Capri (weather dependent)

START

Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL

Places visited

Valley of the Somme

PARIS

Loire Valley FRANCE

£1770

Start May17 May22 May24 May31 Jun 05

End Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun

Start 01 Jun 07 06 Jun 12 08 Jun 14 15 20

£1870

End Jun 22 Jun 27 Jun 29

2 SPAIN

St-Jean-de-Luz Pyrenees Mountains Zaragoza

£1870

£1830

Start Nov 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 22

£1720

End Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30 Dec 07

Start Nov 29 Dec 06 Dec 13 ★

£1720

End Dec 14 Dec 21 Dec 28

2019

End Nov 02 Nov 09

Start Dec 20 ★ Dec 23 ★ Dec 29

£1775

FLORENCE 1

END

NICE

ROME

Vatican City

BARCELONA

ADRIATIC SEA

Pompeii

SORRENTO

Start Jun 19 Jun 21 Jun 26 Jun 28 Jul 03

End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

04 06 11 13 18

£1985

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWQR | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ROME Start Oct 18 Oct 25

Pisa Monaco

ITALY

Isle of Capri

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £210 FOOD FUND

2019

End May18 May25

CINQUE TERRE

BORDEAUX

SAN SEBASTIAN

Start Jul 05 Jul 10 Jul 12 Jul 17 Jul 19

End Jul 20 Jul 25 Jul 27 Aug 01 Aug 03

£1985

Start Jul 24 Jul 26 Aug 02 Aug 07 Aug 09

End Aug 08 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 22 Aug 24

£1985

Start Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30 Sep 06

£1910

End Aug 29 Aug 31 Sep 07 Sep 14 Sep 21

Start Sep 13 Sep 27 Oct 04

End Sep 28 Oct 12 Oct 19

£1910

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £210 FOOD FUND

End Start Jan 04 2020 Jan 07 Jan 03 Jan 13

£1775

End Jan 18

2020

£1635

Start May03 May10

Nightstops Optional start city

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

2019

End Apr 13 Apr 27 May11

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Start Mar 29 Apr 12 Apr 26

END 9AM ROME

Dover

DAY 10Ì CINQUE TERRE Soaking up the sunshine & iconic Italian setting of Monterosso, we'll sip local wine & take a dip in the crystal Ligurian Sea. (B)

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCQRM | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ROME

DAY 16ÌROME Time to give your travel pals a kiss on each cheek; you'll feel very at home in Europe by the end of this trip. (B)

LONDON

2019

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAYS 14Ì- 15Ì ROME Indulging our newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Sorrento via ancient Pompeii in search of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments in a whirl of Vespas, pasta & culture. (B,D)(B) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain & Piazza Navona F Guided tour of Pompeii F Guided tour of Vatican F Cooking class & dinner

Start Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Feb 07

£1559

End Jan Feb Feb Feb

25 01 08 22

Start Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 06 Mar 13

End Mar 07 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28

£1559

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London (6:30am in winter) or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 9:00am in Rome. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the European Quest. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.85. For travel insurance see p.193.

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/QUEST-LONDON

088 089

QUEST TO LONDON

THE DETAILS

DAYS

£1720

COUNTRIES

17 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 17 nights quad-share hotel/ hostel accommodation

FROM

24 INCLUDED MEALS

£96

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

17 breakfasts (B) 7 dinners (D)

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Eagles Nest (summer only), Salzburg F Historical Walking Tour, Berlin F Sights & Sounds of Salzburg Tour, Salzburg

• Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Special access Rome sightseeing tour

The one that gives you the perfect mix of seaside & cities, kicking off in Barcelona DAYS 12Ì- 13Ì PRAGUE Out of Austria we'll find ourselves in the Czech Republic, within a medieval maze of pretty cobblestoned streets. (B,D)(B) F Eagle's Nest (summer only) F Bunker tour

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC @kelseymacalister

in the eccentric city of Amsterdam. Beyond the city skirts we'll take a morning cycle to a cheese farm & clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. (B,D)(B) • Edam Bike ride (summer only) F Canal cruise F Volendam Dinner

DAYS 14Ì- 15ÌBERLIN After a hop through Dresden we'll arrive in the cool capital of Berlin. Go deep on the city's creative culture, hopping from bars to galleries & historic sites galore. (B,D)(B) F Historical walking tour F Alternate Berlin (summer only)

DAY 18ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes when our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

DAYS 16Ì- 17 ÌAMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained

BERLIN NETHERLANDS

END

AMSTERDAM

LONDON

Dresden

Dover

START 7:15AM BARCELONA

DAY 1ÌBARCELONA TO NICE Today we'll meet in the sultry seaside city of Barcelona before hitting the road. It will be heart eyes all round as we pass the Côte d'Azur & the enchanting region of Provence. (D) DAY 2ÌNICE We'll shop boutiques & stroll outdoor markets in Nice. When the sun drops & the perfumeries shut up shop, we'll roll the dice at the Monte Carlo Casino. (B) F Monaco dinner F A 'Nice' Bike Ride

DAY 3ÌCINQUE TERRE The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre will keep this day brightly coloured. Soaking up the sunshine & iconic Italian setting of Monterosso, we'll sip local wine & take a dip in the crystal Ligurian Sea. (B) • Train along the Cinque Terre

DAYS 9Ì- 10ÌVENICE From Verona to Venice, these two nights will see us smitten by romantic Italy. We'll fall head over heels for the “floating city.” (B,D)(B) F Gondola ride F Traditional Tastes of Venice

backdrop of cliff-edge houses – there's nowhere in the world quite like Sorrento. With two nights, you'll be free to laze under a striped umbrella or roam around the Isle of Capri. (B)(B,D) F Cruise around the Isle of Capri (weather permitting)

Calais

GERMANY

BELGIUM

PRAGUE

CZECH REP

FRANCE

AUSTRIA

SALZBURG

Places visited 1

Optional end city

DAY 4ÌFLORENCE After a visit to the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll cruise on towards Florence. (B) F Tuscan Evening DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌSORRENTO Boating, beautiful islands & a

DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌROME We'll leave Sorrento via ancient Pompeii. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments in a whirl of Vespas, pasta & culture. (B,D)(B) F Guided tour of Pompeii F Guided tour of Vatican F Cooking class & dinner

DAY 11ÌSALZBURG Pastel riverside terraces will mark our arrival into scenic Salzburg. Home to Mozart & The Sound of Music, there is no shortage of culture to explore in this lively historic city. (B)

CINQUE TERRE Verona Pisa

2 Pyrenees Mountains SPAIN

Start 03 Jun 12 10 Jun 14 15 17 24

£2085

End Jun 29 Jul 01

Start Jun 19 Jun 21 Jun 26 Jun 28 Jul 03

£2040

Start Nov 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 22

£1915

End Nov 18 Nov 25 Dec 02 Dec 09

Start Nov 29 ★ Dec 06 ★ Dec 13 ★

£1915

End Dec 16 Dec 23 Dec 30

2019

End Nov 11

VENICE

FLORENCE 2

ROME Vatican City

BARCELONA

Pompeii

SORRENTO

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £220 FOOD FUND End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

Start Dec 20 Dec 27 Dec 30

£1985

06 08 13 15 20

£2215 End Start Jan 06 2020 Jan 13 Jan 05 Jan 16

£1985

Start Jul 05 Jul 10 Jul 12 Jul 17 Jul 19

End Jul 22 Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 03 Aug 05

£2215

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWQL | START BARCELONA & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start Oct 25

Monaco

NICE START

End Jan 22

Start Jul 24 Jul 26 Jul 31 Aug 02 Aug 09

£2215

End Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 17 Aug 19 Aug 26

2019

End Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun

Start Aug 14 Aug 16 Aug 21 Aug 23 Aug 30

End Aug 31 Sep 02 Sep 07 Sep 09 Sep 16

£2135

Start Sep 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Oct 04 Oct 11

End Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct

23 30 07 21 28

£2135

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £200 FOOD FUND

2020

£1970

Start May17 May24 May29 May31 Jun 07

2019

End May20 May27

2019

£1799

Start May03 May10

ITALY

Isle of Capri

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCQLM | START BARCELONA & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON End Apr 22 May06

Nightstops

HOW MUCH & WHEN Start Apr 05 Apr 19

Start Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31

£1720

End Jan Feb Feb Feb

27 03 10 17

Start Feb 14 Feb 28 Mar 06 Mar 13

End Start Mar 02 Mar 20 Mar 16 Mar 23 Mar 30

£1720

End Apr 06

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.193. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in Barcelona & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 25 day European Quest trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who are already travelling on these trips. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#QUESTTOLONDON

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

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ICONIC ESSENTIALS

THE NUMBERS

FROM

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DAYS

COUNTRIES

24 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 2 nights French Château, 2 nights Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights Swiss Chalet 6 nights Contiki Villages, 5 nights hotel & 7 nights hostel accommodation

38 INCLUDED MEALS 24 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 13 dinners (D)

FROM

£2239

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team plus exclusive On-Site Team at Special Stays & Cabin Villages. Air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£90

PER DAY

4.5 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Champagne & Escargot • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Red Bull Cocktail Mixology Class in our very own Austrian Gasthof

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F An evening Passegiata & Aperitivo, Venice F Schnitzel & Screams, Vienna F Guided Bike Tour, Munich

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The one that ticks off all your bucket list cities including Barcelona over 25 unforgettable days START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAY 2ÌPARIS Today will be free for baguettes, boutique bar hopping & all things quintessentially French. Find a picnic spot by the Eiffel Tower during the day & tap into the city's lively club scene by night; the time is yours. Hotel (B) F Parisian Dinner F Cabaret Show DAYS 3Ì- 4Ì BEAUJOLAIS WINE REGION Out of Paris we'll head on through Burgundy & the Beaujolais vineyards, making tracks for a 16th century Château nestled deep within wine country. The Château will be ours to call home & let loose in for 2 nights. After all, it is owned by Contiki. (B,D) (B,PL,D) « Contiki Special Stay • See Château Fontainebleau • Challenge your pals to a game of volleyball on the lawns of our Château DAYS 5Ì- 6Ì BARCELONA Saying goodbye to the grape juice, we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't stop until we've got this city sussed. Hostel (B,D)(B)

NORTH SEA

ENGLAND

NETHERLANDS

AMSTERDAM

LONDON

GERMANY

Dover Calais

DAYS 7Ì- 8Ì THE RIVIERA Not a minute will be wasted in the rich & famous hang out of the French Riviera. When we're not in the Mediterranean Sea or market hopping, we'll be visiting a perfumery & rolling dice at the Monte Carlo casino. Hotel (B)(B) • Visit the historic city of Arles • See the Royal Palace in Monaco • Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur

Edam

St Goar

BELGIUM

RHINE VALLEY

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

PARIS

Heidelberg

MUNICH

Dachau

Fontainebleau

Burgundy Region

SWITZ

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

Optional start city

AUSTRIA

Dolomite Mountains

SWISS ALPS

VENICE

Optional end city

ITALY

Optional start/end city 1

TYROL

Lucerne

Nightstops

Liechtenstein

Places visited

VIENNA

FRANCE

Special Stay

Pisa

Arles

FLORENCE

Monaco

DAYS 9Ì- 10 ÌFLORENCE After stopping at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll glide through Tuscany towards Renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Dinner DAYS 11Ì- 12ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Florence & dart through the vineyards of Umbria in search of Rome. Here we will wander amidst historic masterpieces & tick off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City • Come & join us for an 'Aperol Spritz Making Class' & sample the goods F Guided Tour of the Vatican

ADRIATIC SEA

THE RIVIERA

Pyrenees Mountains SPAIN

2 2

DAYS 13Ì- 14Ì VENICE With the Italian capital completely devoured, we'll hit the road with our compass pointing towards Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the “floating city”, with its artistic palazzi, markets & maze of canals. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square F Gondola Ride

BARCELONA

DAY 17 MUNICH Today we'll kick on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. Hostel (B) • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz F Guided Bike Tour DAYS 18Ì- 19Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Paying tribute to Germany's tumultuous past we'll take a sombre visit to Dachau Concentration Camp. Later, we'll arrive in the adventure sports mecca of Tyrol, where you can explore the nooks of this scenic little mountain region & get to know its wild side with thrill-seeking experiences. (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay F Whitewater Rafting

DAYS 15Ì- 16Ì VIENNA Today we'll take in the Dolomite Mountains en route to Vienna, soaking up schnapps & strudel whilst visiting the city's many historical prides. Music, architecture & a lively café scene; we'll get amongst it all. Hostel (B)(B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic ring road F Schnapps Museum

DAYS 20Ì- 21Ì SWISS ALPS Lakeside Lucerne & the teeny country of Liechtenstein will

ROME Vatican City

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

DAYS 23Ì- 24 ÌAMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained in the eclectic city of Amsterdam. Beyond the city skirts we'll take a morning cycle to a cheese farm & clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See the city's canals & gable houses by night • Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house • Scenic Bike Ride in Edam F Canal Cruise

mark our drive from Austria into the Swiss Alps. Then it's two nights of Swiss chocolate, a breathtaking mountain setting, & the chance to ride the cog railway up Jungfrau Mountain – don't mind if we do! (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Visit Liechtenstein's capital, Vaduz • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne • Scenic drive through the Alps F Jungfrau Mountain DAY 22ÌRHINE VALLEY Leaping through Heidelberg, we'll arrive in the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Jawdropping river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our second stint in Germany. Hotel (B,D) • See Heidelberg's medieval castle • See the Lorelei Rock F Wine Tasting

DAY 25Ì AMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2239

£2525

Start May15 May23 May25 May31 Jun 02 Jun 04 Jun 06

£2585

End Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun

Start 08 Jun 10 16 Jun 12 18 24 26 28 30

£2585

End Jul 04 Jul 06

Start Jun 18 Jun 20 Jun 22 Jun 24 Jun 27 Jun 30 Jul 03

£2769

End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £400 FOOD FUND Start 12 Jul 06 14 Jul 08 16 Jul 10 18 21 24 27

£2769

End Jul 30 Aug 01 Aug 03

Start Jul 12 Jul 18 Jul 20 Jul 24 Jul 30 Aug 01 Aug 05

£2715

End Start Aug 05 Aug 11 Aug 11 Aug 17 Aug 13 Aug 17 Aug 23 Aug 25 Aug 29

£2715

End Sep 04 Sep 10

2019

End May25 May31 Jun 06

2019

Start May01 May07 May13

2019

End Apr 21 May02 May13 May19

2019

Start Mar 28 Apr 08 Apr 19 Apr 25

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCBE | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

Start Aug 23 Aug 29 Sep 05 Sep 08 Sep 11 Sep 14 Sep 16

● ● ● ● ●

End Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct

16 22 29 02 05 08 10

£2645

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#EUESCAPADE

• See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & 1992 Olympic Games complex • Visit Barcelona's Gothic Quarter F Flamenco, Tapas & Drinks

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

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DAYS

COUNTRIES

28 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 2 nights French Château, 1 night Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights Swiss Chalet. 6 nights Contiki Villages, 8 nights hotel, 7 nights hostels & 2 nights on board ferries

41 INCLUDED MEALS Resort option. 28 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 12 dinners (D)

FROM

£3119

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team plus exclusive On-Site Team at Special Stays & Cabin Villages. Air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£108

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Champagne & Escargot • Enjoy a yoga session & a glass on wine on the lawns of our very own Château

4.7 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Parisian Dinner, Paris F Secret of Venice Walking Tour, Venice F A Classical Night Out, Vienna

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ENGLAND

NETHERLANDS

Edam

AMSTERDAM

GERMANY

Dover BELGIUM

ENGLISH CHANNEL

St Goar

2 Valley of the Somme

PARIS

CZECH REP

MUNICH 1

Fontainebleau SWITZ

Dolomite Mountains

SWISS ALPS

Pisa Monaco

DAY 2ÌPARIS Today will be free for baguettes, boutique bar hopping & all things quintessentially French. Find a picnic spot by the Eiffel Tower during the day & tap into the city’s lively club scene by night; the time is yours. Hotel (B) F Parisian Cabaret Show F Parisian Dinner DAYS 3Ì- 4Ì BEAUJOLAIS WINE REGION Out of Paris we’ll head on through Burgundy & the Beaujolais vineyards, making tracks for a 16th century Château nestled deep

VENICE

ITALY

THE RIVIERA

2 Vatican City

ROME Pompeii

CORFU RESORT OR SAILING OPTION

Bari

Places visited 1

ADRIATIC SEA

SORRENTO

Nightstops Optional start city

GREECE

CORFU

Optional end city IONIAN SEA

Optional start/end city 1

DAYS 10Ì- 11Ì SORRENTO & FERRY Boating, beautiful islands, & a backdrop of cliff-edge houses – there’s nowhere in the world quite like Sorrento. Choose to travel the Amalfi coast to the breathtaking Positano. Later, we cross Italy & board the ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B)(B)

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Hook up with the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Paris. Here in the city of lights & love we’ll begin our European gallivant, taking in pretty Parisian monuments like the Eiffel Tower – c’est magnifique! Hotel (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral • Champagne & Escargot • Paris by Night Tour

VIENNA

FLORENCE

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

TYROL

Lucerne

Beaujolais Region

Cesky Krumlov AUSTRIA

Liechtenstein

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

PRAGUE

Heidelberg

FRANCE

• See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona F Emperors & Gladiators Inc. Colosseum

RHINE VALLEY

Special Stay

DAY 7ÌFLORENCE After stopping at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we’ll glide through Tuscany towards Renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city’s towering Duomo Cathedral. Contiki Village (B) • See the Duomo, Basillica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence • Florentine leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Dinner

within wine country. The Château will be ours to call home & let loose in for 2 nights. After all, it is owned by Contiki. (B,D)(B,PL,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Anyone up for some water polo in our beautiful swimming pool? • See Château Fontainebleau • French picnic lunch DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌTHE RIVIERA Not a minute will be wasted in the rich & famous hang out of The Riviera. When we’re not in the Mediterranean Sea or market hopping, we’ll be visiting a perfumery & rolling dice at the Monte Carlo casino. Hotel (B)(B) • Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur • Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace • Visit a French Perfumery

DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we’ll leave Florence & dart through the vineyards of Umbria in search of Rome. Here we will wander amidst historic masterpieces & tick off the world’s smallest country, the Vatican City. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City

DAYS 12Ì- 14Ì CORFU Slipping into island time we’ll arrive in the idyllic Greek Islands. The second largest Ionian island will host us for three whole days, offering up lazy sunshine filled days, glistening open seas & party fuelled nights under the stars a plenty. Hostel (B,D)(B)(B,D) F Captain’s Cruise of Corfu F Ionian Dinner Experience DAY 15Ì ADRIATIC FERRY Continuing with the theme of sun, salt & sea, we’ll hit the waters & cruise the Adriatic by ferry. Our next playground of exploration will be fairy-tale Venice. Adriatic Ferry (B) DAYS 16Ì- 17ÌVENICE Arriving in Venice, we will find ourselves falling head over heels for the “floating city”,

with its artistic palazzi, markets & maze of canals. You’ll have a full day to lift the lid on this mystical city, sussing out the best Aperol drinking spots & hunting down the elusive floating book store. Contiki Village (B)(B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square F Gondola Ride F Hidden Venice & Apertivo Walking Tour DAYS 18Ì- 19ÌVIENNA Today we’ll take in the Dolomite Mountains en route to Vienna, soaking up schnapps & strudel whilst visiting the city’s many historical squares. Music, architecture & a lively café scene; we’ll get amongst it all. Hostel (B)(B) • Scenic drive along the historic ring road • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House F Schnapps Museum F Mozart & Strauss Concert DAYS 20Ì- 21Ì PRAGUE After a stop at the World Heritage town of Ceský Krumlov, we’ll find ourselves in Prague, within a medieval maze of pretty cobblestoned streets. The bohemian Czech capital will dazzle us for two nights non-stop with castles, cathedrals & a quirky persona. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See Hradcany Castle, the Cathedral of St.Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square DAY 22ÌMUNICH Saying goodbye to Prague, we’ll kick on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. Hostel (B) • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz F Guided Bike Tour of Munich

HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCSER | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

EUROPEAN CONTRASTS + CORFU RESORT

£3119

End Jun 11

£3395

Start May19 May28 May31 Jun 12

End Jun Jun Jun Jul

16 25 28 10

£3475

Start Jun 15 Jun 28 Jun 30 Jul 02

£3665

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

13 26 28 30

Start Jul 06 Jul 18 Jul 24 Aug 03

End Start Aug 03 Aug 11 Aug 15 Aug 21 Aug 31

£3665

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCSES | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

£3755

End Jun 25 Jun 28 Jul 10

Start Jun 15 Jul 02 Jul 06

£4019

End Jul 13 Jul 30 Aug 03

2019

Start May28 May31 Jun 12

2019

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £480 FOOD FUND Start Aug 21 Aug 24

£3835

End Sep 18 Sep 21

£3665

End Sep 08

2019

Start May14

2019

End May17 May27

2019

Start Apr 19 Apr 29

2019

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £480 FOOD FUND Start Aug 21 Aug 24 Sep 05 ● Sep 11 ●

End Sep Sep Oct Oct

18 21 03 09

£3559

EUROPEAN CONTRASTS + SAILING OPTION

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

DAY 23Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Today we’ll head out of Germany & on to Austria, arriving in the bucket list ticking adventure sports mecca of Tyrol. Explore the nooks of this scenic little mountain village & get to know its wild side with a thrill-seeking experience. (B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Red Bull cocktail making course F White Water Rafting F Paragliding DAYS 24Ì- 25Ì SWISS ALPS Lakeside Lucerne & the teeny country of Liechtenstein will mark our drive from Austria into the Swiss Alps. Then it’s two nights of Swiss chocolate, a breathtaking mountain setting, & the chance to ride the cog railway up Jungfrau Mountain – don’t mind if we do! (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne • Scenic drive through the Alps F Jungfrau Mountain DAY 26ÌRHINE VALLEY Leaping through Heidelberg, we’ll arrive in the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Jaw-dropping river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our second stint in Germany. Hotel (B,D) • See Heidelberg’s Medieval castle • See the Lorelei Rock F Beer stein demonstration F Wine Tasting DAYS 27Ì- 28 ÌAMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained in the eclectic city of Amsterdam. We’ll take a cycle around the city of Edam & visit a cheese & clog making factory, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See the city’s canals & gable houses by night • Explore windmills, canals, & dijks by bike F Canal Cruise F Farewell Dinner DAY 29ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

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LONDON

Calais

Why not try your hand at sailing European-style on a flotilla? Catch some rays, swim & get hands-on as you help out while cruising the waves in gorgeous Greece on your private yacht. Multi-share accommodation. Yacht (B,L) (B,L) (B,L) Trip code: CCSES See p.152 for more info & price panel for departure dates & prices. Visit contiki. com/contrasts-sailing

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The one that gives you a taste of all of Western Europe with a few days of resort relaxing or sailing in Greece

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EUROPEAN ADVENTURER 37

DAYS

COUNTRIES

36 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 2 nights French Château, 2 nights Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights Swiss Chalet. 6 nights in Contiki Villages, 12 nights hotel, 11 nights hostels & 1 night on-board a ferry

56 INCLUDED MEALS 36 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 19 dinners (D)

FROM

£3969

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team plus exclusive On-Site Team at Special Stays & Cabin Villages. Air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£108

PER DAY

4.7 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Sample French Champagne & Escargot • See the Palace of Versailles • Wine tasting at Contiki’s

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Hidden Venice walking tour & Aperitivo, Venice F Cruise, Dubrovnik F Guided tour of Pompeii, Pompeii

MYKONOS, GREECE

TRYOL, AUSTRIA @elliecazz

BERLIN, GERMANY @contiki

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ROME, ITALY @stephceballos

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The one that gives you 18 European countries, 37 days, & countless bucket list firsts START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌPARIS The next 2 nights will be free for baguettes, boutique bar hopping & all things quintessentially French. Find a picnic spot by the Eiffel Tower during the day & tap into the city's lively club scene by night; the time is yours. Hotel (B,D)(B) • See the Palace of Versailles (entry not included) F Parisian Cabaret Show DAYS 4Ì- 5 ÌBEAUJOLAIS WINE REGION Out of Paris we'll head on through Burgundy & the Beaujolais vineyards, making tracks for a 16th century Château nestled deep within wine country. The Château will be ours to call home & let loose in for 2 nights. After all, it is owned by Contiki. (B,D) (B,PL,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Relax with a glass of wine & a yoga session on the lawns of our Château DAYS 6Ì- 7 ÌBARCELONA Saying goodbye to the grape juice we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't stop until we've got this city sussed. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex F Flamenco, Tapas & Drinks DAYS 8Ì- 9 THE RIVIERA Not a minute will be wasted in the rich & famous hang out of The Riviera. When we're not in the Mediterranean Sea or market hopping, we'll be visiting a perfumery & rolling dice at the Monte Carlo casino. Hotel (B)(B)

ENGLAND

Calais

DAYS 10Ì- 11ÌVENICE After a stop in Shakespearean Verona, we'll arrive in the fairytale floating city of Venice. You'll have 2 nights to lift the lid on this mystical city, finding photogenic canals, artistic palazzi, & history aplenty. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • See Juliet's Balcony & the Roman Arena in Verona F Gondola ride

GERMANY

AMSTERDAM

Dover

LONDON

Places visited

St Goar

BELGIUM

RHINE VALLEY

Optional start city Optional end city

ENGLISH CHANNEL

Optional start/end city Valley of the Somme

PARIS

Heidelberg

Versailles

Mauthausen

Liechtenstein Lucerne

SWISS ALPS

Verona

TYROL AUSTRIA SLOVENIA

Lake Bled

VENICE

LJUBLJANA CROATIA

Apennine Mountains Pisa

Arles

2 Pyrenees Mountains SPAIN

BARCELONA

DAYS 14Ì- 15ÌROME With a newfound appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Florence & dart through the vineyards of Umbria in search of Rome. Here we will wander amidst historic masterpieces & tick off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona F Guided tour of Vatican

DAY 21ÌPREVEZA Feeling all charged up by island life, we'll head back to the mainland of Greece, making our way through the country's picturesque mountains before arriving in coastal Preveza. Hotel (B,D) DAY 22ÌTIRANA Bursting with a newfound energy, Tirana will surprise & delight with its vibrant & forward thinking nature. With luscious parks, Tirana will spark your fondness for Albania. Hotel (B,D)

DAYS 16Ì- 17ÌATHENS Mt. Vesuvius & Pompeii's ancient ruins will mark our final hours in Italy before we take our overnight ferry to Greece. Arriving in Patras, we'll cruise over the Corinth Canal to the mythological city of Athens. Ancient relics & anise-flavoured aperitifs await! Adriatic Ferry and Hotel (B)(B) F Traditional Athens affair

DAYS 23Ì- 24 ÌDUBROVNIK After whizzing along the Adriatic coastline through tiny Montenegro, we'll make our way to the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. A UNESCO World Heritage site with a Hollywood reputation, we'll lose sense of time in this historic & sun kissed playground. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See the fortiﬁed city & old port • Scenic drive along the Croatian coastline F Dubrovnik cruise

DAYS18Ì- 20 ÌMYKONOS It will be squeals all round when we arrive in the party mecca of Mykonos. Windmills, white buildings & iconic sunsets - this island paradise will be ours for 3 nights, leaving us with tired

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA

FLORENCE

Monaco

THE RIVIERA

ZADAR

Split

ITALY

ROME

Vatican City

dancing feet & killer tans. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) • Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide • See the ﬁrst modern Olympic Stadium • See traditional Cycladicstyle houses F Mykonos by night F Mykonos Southern Cruise

DUBROVNIK MONTENEGRO

ADRIATIC SEA Mt Vesuvius Pompeii

DAY 25ÌZADAR An intoxicating mix of ancient & contemporary, the untapped Zadar is primed & ready to entertain us for the night. Alfred Hitchcock named it “the best sunset in the world” – will you agree? Hostel (B,D) • See Diocletian's Palace in Split

Special Stay

VIENNA

2 2

SWITZ

FRANCE

CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX

MUNICH

Burgundy Region

DAYS 12Ì- 13 ÌFLORENCE After stopping at the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll glide through Tuscany towards Renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Dinner

Nightstops

Bari

TIRANA

ALBANIA GREECE

1 1

PREVEZA Corinth Canal

Patras

DAY 26ÌLJUBLJANA A prime university city, Ljubljana sure knows how to have fun. Here in Slovenia's capital we'll meander through vibrant streets, nosy round monuments & explore the old town. Hotel (B) • See the castle & old town

DAY 31ÌMUNICH Saying goodbye to Austria, we'll kick on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. Hostel (B) • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz F White Water Rafting

DAYS 27Ì- 28 VIENNA Today we'll go heart eyes over gorgeous Lake Bled before arriving in Vienna, where we'll soak up Schnapps & strudel whilst visiting the city's many historical prides. Music, architecture & a lively café scene; we'll get amongst it all. Hostel (B)(B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic ring road F Schnapps Museum

DAYS 32Ì- 33ÌSWISS ALPS Lakeside Lucerne & the teeny country of Liechtenstein will mark our drive from Germany into the Swiss Alps. Then it's two nights of Swiss chocolate, a breathtaking mountain setting & the chance to ride the cog railway up Jungfrau Mountain – don't mind if we do! (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Visit Liechtenstein's capital, Vaduz • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne • Scenic drive through the Alps F Jungfrau Mountain

DAYS 29Ì- 30 ÌAUSTRIAN TYROL Today we'll arrive in the bucket list ticking adventure sports mecca of Tyrol. Explore the nooks of this scenic little mountain village & get to know its wild side with a thrill-seeking experience. (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Visit Mauthausen Concentration Camp F Bike Ride & BBQ Lunch

DAY 34ÌRHINE VALLEY Leaping through Heidelberg, we'll arrive in the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine

ATHENS 1

MYKONOS

Valley. Jaw-dropping river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our second stint in Germany. Hotel (B,D) • See Heidelberg's medieval castle • See the Lorelei Rock F Wine Tasting DAYS 35Ì- 36 AMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained in the eclectic city of Amsterdam. Beyond the city skirts we'll take a morning cycle passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest, before visiting a cheese farm & clog maker's house. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See the city's canals & gable houses by night F Canal Cruise

DAY 37ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our trip comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£3969

£4329

£4355

Start May31 Jun 07

£4415

End Jul 06 Jul 13

Start Jun 14 Jun 21

£4595

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £650 FOOD FUND End Jul 20 Jul 27

Start Jul 09 Jul 12

£4729

End Aug 14 Aug 17

Start Jul 30 Aug 10

£4679

End Sep 04 Sep 15

2019

End Jun 15 Jun 22

2019

Start May10 May17

2019

End Jun 08

2019

Start May03

2019

End May15 May25

2019

Start Apr 09 Apr 19

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCPB | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

Start Aug 24 ● Aug 27 ●

End Sep 29 Oct 02

£4539

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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• Visit the historic city of Arles • Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur • See the Royal Palace in Monaco

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69 INCLUDED MEALS Egypt option. 66 meals included for Greek Island option. (See p.98 for full breakdown of meals.)

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NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Champagne & Escargot • Discover Florence on foot with our Local Guide

F Cabaret Show, Paris F Flamenco, Tapas & Drinks, Barcelona F Captain’s Cruise, Corfu

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Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stay

VIENNA

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Burgundy Region

SWITZ

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Mauthausen AUSTRIA

Liechtenstein TYROL

Mountains

SWISS ALPS

2 2

BARCELONA

VENICE

Apennine Mountains

Pisa Monaco

THE RIVIERA

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Unite with the Contiki Team this morning in London or this afternoon in Paris. Here in the city of lights & love we'll begin our European gallivant, taking in pretty Parisian monuments like the Eiffel Tower – c'est magnifique! Hotel (D) • See the White Cliffs of Dover, Dover Castle & cross the English Channel • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌPARIS The next 2 nights will be free for baguettes, boutique bar hopping & all things quintessentially French. Find a picnic spot by the Eiffel Tower during the day & tap into the city's lively club scene by night; the time is yours. Hotel (B,D)(B) • See the Palace of Versailles (entrance not included) F Parisian Dinner DAYS 4Ì- 5Ì BEAUJOLAIS WINE REGION Out of Paris we'll head on through Burgundy & the Beaujolais vineyards, making tracks for a 16th century Château nestled deep within wine country. The Château will be ours to call home & let loose in for 2 nights. After all, it is owned by Contiki. (B,D)(B,PL,D) « Contiki Special Stay DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì BARCELONA Saying goodbye to the grape juice we'll weave our way to two nights in beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't stop until

FLORENCE ITALY

2 Vatican City

BELGRADE

SERBIA

SOFIA

ADRIATIC SEA

we've got this city sussed. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌTHE RIVIERA Not a minute will be wasted in the rich & famous hang out of The French Riviera. When we're not in the Mediterranean Sea or market hopping, we'll be visiting a perfumery & rolling dice at the Monte Carlo casino. Hotel (B)(B) • Visit the historic city of Arles • See the Royal Palace in Monaco • Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur • Visit a French Perfumery DAYS 10Ì- 11ÌVENICE Out of France, we'll roll into Italy with our map set to Venice. Here we will fall head over heels for the “floating city”, admiring photogenic canals, artistic palazzi, & history aplenty. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square F Gondola Ride DAYS 12Ì- 13Ì FLORENCE After winding through the Apennine Mountains & visiting the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, we'll glide through Tuscany towards Renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. Contiki Village (B,D)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Dinner

BULGARIA

ROME

Pompeii

START 7.15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

2 Lucerne Dolomite

Arles

Pyrenees Mountains

RHINE VALLEY

Heidelberg

Versailles

SPAIN

by thousands of hand-painted tiles & the spectacle of a city where east meets west. Every minute of our 3 nights here can and will be put to good use. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) • See the Blue Mosque & the Grand Bazaar with a Local Guide • Journey along the Sea of Marmara • Visit Lone Pine Cemetery (except March 28th departure) • See Anzac Cove & Chunuk Bair

Optional start city

Valley of the Somme

Nightstops

KAVALA ISTANBUL

Mt Vesuvius Bari

3 Troy 28 1

IONIAN SEA

CANAKKALE

GREECE

CORFU

Thermopylae Corinth Canal

EGYPT OPTION & MAP SEE P.98

DAYS 14Ì- 15ÌROME With a new found appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Florence & dart through the vineyards of Umbria in search of Rome. Wandering amidst historic masterpieces, ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City & multiple gelato breaks will keep us happy. Contiki Village (B)(B,D) • Learn how to make the perfect Aperol Spritz at our Italian Mixology Class • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City DAYS 16Ì- 18ÌCORFU Naples, Mt. Vesuvius & Pompeii's ancient ruins will mark our final hours in Italy before we take our overnight ferry to Greece. Arriving in Corfu, we'll slip into island time for 3 blissful nights, giving us the chance to waste endless hours on the sand & a few nights under the stars. Adriatic Ferry and Hotel (B)(B,D)(B) DAY 19ÌATHENS Feeling sufficiently charged by island life, we'll motor past the narrow trench of the Corinth Canal, making our way to mythological Athens. Ancient relics, dinner delights in the Plaka district & anise flavoured aperitifs await! Hotel (B)(D)

Gallipoli

TURKEY

ATHENS

GREEK ISLAND OPTION & MAP SEE P.99

EGYPT OR GREECE OPTION

Days 20-26 Whether you visit Cairo & beyond, or head back to the Greek Isles, these 6 days will be your choice. See p.98 for more info.

DAY 27ÌKAVALA Taking in the glorious Greek coastline we'll zip past Mt. Olympus, reaching the harbour side town of Kavala. A charming old town make this one of Greece's greatest secrets. Hotel (B,D) • Drive past Spartan Thermopylae & Byzantine Thessaloniki DAY 28ÌCANAKKALE Hopping continents without hitting the skies, we'll ferry from Eceabat to the Turkish city of Canakkale. Here in Asia (yes, seriously) we'll visit the ancient city of Troy before heading to this quaint port city where we'll bunker down for an evening before heading to Istanbul (and back to Europe)! Hotel (B,D) • Visit the Wooden Horse of Troy with a Local Guide DAYS 29Ì- 31Ì ISTANBUL This morning pay your respects at Anzac Cove before arriving in Istanbul. We'll be welcomed by bazaars, a mosque crafted

DAY 32ÌSOFIA Sofia may look a little sleepy from the outskirts, but bustling 24 hour restaurants & lively gypsy markets is what's actually in store. We'll be tapping in to the country's socialist heritage & go wide-eyed at the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Hotel (B,D) • See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Rotunda of St George & Vitosha Boulevard DAY 33ÌBELGRADE Often named one of the liveliest cities in Europe, Serbia's capital has shaken off its rugged past, save for some socialist relics. We'll find Belgrade's history, nightlife, & creative corners, calling the city home for the night. Hotel (B,D) • See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town DAYS 34Ì- 35Ì BUDAPEST After zipping along the river Danube, we'll arrive in the ‘Paris of the East.' From a Royal Palace to a gothic church, we'll bounce across the river split city of hilltop Buda & bustling Pest, being allured by this city for 2 nights. Hostel (B)(B) • Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman's Bastion DAY 36ÌVIENNA Today we'll go heart eyes over Austria's capital of Vienna, where we'll soak up schnapps & strudel whilst visiting the city's many historical prides. Music, architecture & a lively café scene, we'll make the most of every bit. Hostel (B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St.Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic ring road F Schnitzel & Screams DAYS 37Ì- 38Ì AUSTRIAN TYROL Today we'll continue uncovering Austria, arriving in the bucket list ticking adventure sports mecca of Tyrol. Here you can unpack the nooks of this scenic mountain village & get

amongst its thrill-seeking experiences. (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay F Bike Ride & BBQ Lunch DAY 39ÌMUNICH After a final nod to Tyrol's crazy ways with the option of a whitewater rafting adventure, we'll kick on to the German city of Munich. Here in the home of Oktoberfest, we will be wowed by 800 years of history & a traditional Bavarian beer hall. Hostel (B) • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz F Whitewater Rafting DAYS 40Ì- 41Ì SWISS ALPS Lakeside Lucerne & the teeny country of Liechtenstein will mark our drive from Germany into the Swiss Alps. Then it's 2 nights of Swiss chocolate, a breathtaking mountain setting & the chance to ride the cog railway up Jungfrau Mountain – don't mind if we do! (B,D)(B,D) « Contiki Special Stay • Visit Liechtenstein's capital, Vaduz • See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne • Scenic drive through the Alps F Jungfrau Mountain DAY 42ÌRHINE VALLEY Leaping through Heidelberg, we'll arrive in the wine villages & old world charm of the Rhine Valley. Jaw-dropping river scenery & a lesson in crafting beer steins will fill up our second stint in Germany. Hotel (B,D) • See Heidelberg's medieval castle • See the Lorelei Rock F Wine Tasting DAYS 43Ì- 44 ÌAMSTERDAM Museums, cafes & boutique clubs will keep us entertained in the eclectic city of Amsterdam. Beyond the city skirts we'll take a visit to a cheese farm & clog maker's house, passing windmills & Dutch countryside at its finest. Hotel (B,D)(B) • See the city's canals & gable houses by night • Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house F Canal Cruise DAY 45ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON Whether you take your complimentary transfer to Schiphol Airport or to central London, it will be sad goodbyes all round this morning as our monumental adventure comes to an end. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

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28th March departure Pay tribute to the fallen at this once in a lifetime experience. We overnight at Gallipoli on the evening of April 24th so we are there to be part of the Dawn Service on April 25th, you will be sleeping outdoors & will require very warm, waterproof clothing &/or a sleeping bag. Afterwards join the National Service at Chunuk Bair.

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DAYS

£4965

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69 INCLUDED MEALS

44 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION Special Stays: 2 nights in French Château, 2 nights in Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Swiss Chalet, 6 nights in Contiki Villages, 1 night on-board a ferry, 22 nights hotel, 8 nights in hostels & 1 overnight train (sleeper seat)

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FROM

£111

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

44 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 24 dinners (D)

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver Team, air-conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi. Return flight from Athens to Cairo. See p.193 for more info on all our essentials

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F Abu Simbel Temple, Aswan F Guided visit of the Temples, Karnak & Luxor F Nile Cruise with Buffet Dinner, Cairo

• Locally Guided Tour of the Egyptian Museum & the Pyramids of Giza • Tour of the Valley of the Kings with local Egyptian Expert

The one that goes big & bold, covering everything from Paris to the Pyramids NUBIA, @sarah_22_10

Honestly one of the greatest trips you will ever do! The people you meet & experiences you have will change you forever, in a great way. Live your life with #NoRegrets Ryan Ostrander

START

Giza

CAIRO GU LF OF

SU EZ

THE NILE EGYPT

1 RED SEA LUXOR

Karnak Edfu

Places visited 1

DAYS 20Ì- 21ÌCAIRO After exploring in Athens, we'll swing across continents & land ourselves in Cairo. Here in this sand covered city we will whirl through the markets & masses of inhabitants before greeting the Great Pyramids & Sphinx with absolute awe. Hotel (B)(B,D) • See the ﬁrst modern Olympic Stadium • Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide

KARNAK

DAY 22ÌASWAN Emerging from our overnight train ride, we'll find ourselves in laid back Aswan. Settling into relaxation mode, we'll set sail on a felucca & soak up the exoticism of the region. Hotel (B)

DAY 23ÌLUXOR Floating the River Nile, we'll take in dramatic landscapes, palm trees, & small African villages. Later we'll arrive in temple clad Luxor, where epic monuments & royal history awaits. Hotel (B,D) F Abu Simbel Temple

ASWAN

LAKE NASSER

Nightstops

DAY 25ÌCAIRO After using the day's hours to carry on swaying amidst the coral reefs & white sands of the Red Sea, we'll journey back to Cairo for one last night of magic & madness in the capital. Hotel (B) F Red Sea Cruise

• See the Aga Khan Mausoleum F Nubian Village Visit

RED SEA

DAY 26ÌATHENS Leaving exotic Egypt behind, we'll hit the skies & plane it back to Athens, rejoining the rest of the gang to carry on the gallivant through Europe. Hotel (B,D)

GIZA, @sarah_22_10

DAY 24ÌRED SEA Taking our already exotic travels a step further, we'll amble across the Egyptian desert & find ourselves in an oasis by the Red Sea. Here we'll snorkel in salt water lapping in from the Indian ocean & explore the stretch of sea that divides Africa & Asia. Hotel (B,D)

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£4965

£5079

£5249

Start May19 Jun 02

£5365

End Jul 02 Jul 16

Start Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30

£5685

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £750 FOOD FUND End Jul 30 Aug 06 Aug 13

Start Jul 14 Jul 25 Aug 02 Aug 11

£5779

End Aug 27 Sep 07 Sep 15 Sep 24

Start Aug 14 ● Aug 18 ●

£5709

End Sep 27 Oct 01

2019

End Jun 18

2019

Start May05

2019

End Jun 04

2019

Start Apr 21

2019

End May11 May21

2019

Start Mar 28 ■ Apr 07

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCUE | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

Start Aug 21 ●

End Oct 04

£5595

■ This trip will be in Gallipoli for the ANZAC Dawn Service on 25th April. * Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Note: For the ANZAC departure you will be sleeping outdoors for the dawn service & will require very warm, waterproof clothing &/or a sleeping bag. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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THE DETAILS

DAYS

£5245

COUNTRIES

44 NIGHTS IN ACCOMMODATION

£117

66 INCLUDED MEALS

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

44 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 21 dinners (D)

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An experienced Trip Manager & Driver Team, air-conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

• Visit Ios Town • Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide

F Sailing Spectacular, Ios F Highlights & Volcano Cruise, Santorini F Oia Sunset, Santorini

The one that does it big - all of Europe, topped off with the Greek islands SANTORINI

GREECE

START

ATHENS AEGEAN SEA

IOS 3 1

Nightstops

SANTORINI

DAYS 20Ì- 23ÌIOS With a rugged backdrop & quaint coffee shops, the island of Ios is a wild card of surprises, offering all night dancing & beach parties galore. We'll soak it up for 3 nights, exploring the island by all hours. Hotel (B)(B)(B) • Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide • See the ﬁrst modern Olympic Stadium

IOS

SANTORINI

DAYS 24Ì- 25Ì SANTORINI Finally, those iconic blue & white buildings & dreamy horizons will become a reality. Ocean explorations, wineries, & lazy lunches will be yours to absorb for 3 blissful nights. Hotel (B)(B)(B)

Contiki are amazing, their road crew and their support throughout my 45 days on the road was incredible. Made travelling super easy and life changing, would suggest Contiki to all my friends and family. Jessica Mathews

DAY 26ÌATHENS Today we'll make the most of our final hours on the Greek Isles, before sailing back to mainland Athens. Here, we'll link back up with the rest of the group & let the adventures continue. Hotel (B)(D)

ATHENS

SANTORINI

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£5245

£5365

£5559

Start May19 Jun 02

£5685

End Jul 02 Jul 16

Start Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30

£5995

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £720 FOOD FUND

End Jul 30 Aug 06 Aug 13

Start Jul 14 Jul 25 Aug 02 Aug 11

£6105

End Aug 27 Sep 07 Sep 15 Sep 24

Start Aug 14 ● Aug 18 ●

£6015

End Sep 27 Oct 01

2019

End Jun 18

2019

Start May05

2019

End Jun 04

2019

Start Apr 21

2019

End May11 May21

2019

Start Mar 28 ■ Apr 07

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CUEG | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON

Start Aug 21 ●

End Oct 04

£5905

■ This trip will be in Gallipoli for the ANZAC Dawn Service on 25th April. * Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. For more information see p.193. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. Note: For operational reasons the islands may be visited in reverse. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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Special Stays: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet. 6 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, 23 nights hotel, 8 nights in hostels & 1 night on board a ferry.

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER. GO LOCAL Get to know a particular region or country in depth, with experiences designed around cultural immersion, all included in the cost of your trip. Get involved with a cooking class, dine with locals in the comfort of their own homes courtesy of our partnership with Eatwith and after days packed with unique adventures, settle down in twin share hotels.

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OKEANIS BEACH HOTEL, SANTORINI

Reflecting In-Depth Explorer’s ‘Go Local’ philosophy, you’ll be spending your nights in local, often family run hotels. Stylish and convenient, with twin share rooms, the only thing better than the comfy pillows is the delicious (included) continental breakfast the following day…

DIVANI PALACE, CORFU

LOS ANGELES HOTEL, GRANADA

POSEIDON HOTEL, ATHENS

ORIEL HOTEL, CORK, IRELAND

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see more Getting under the skin of a place means learning its history, walking in the footsteps of the greats and getting a little glimpse into the comings and goings of everyday life. That’s what our experiences on In-Depth Explorer, can offer you.

Catch Beatlemania in a locally guided Beatles Magical Mystery tour, Liverpool

Entry into and guided tour of the UNESCO listed Alhambra Palace, Granada

Cruise across to Venice on a private boat, Italy

See the orginal rockstars of renaissance art at the Vatican Museums, Vatican City

Marvel at the clear turquoise waters of Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

Break out your best Dancing Queen at the ABBA Museum, Stockholm

INCLUDED ENTRY INTO PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK, CROATIA

GUIDED TOUR OF THE COLOSSEUM, ROME, ITALY

INCLUDED PRIVATE BOAT RIDE TO CAPRI

LEMON GROVE EXPERIENCE, AMALFI COAST

COOKING CLASS, TUSCANY

EATWITH EXPERIENCE, SEVILLE

eat local If total cultural immersion is what you’re after, In-Depth Explorer won’t disappoint. Exclusive to this travel style, our partnership with Eatwith will see you heading to locals’ homes for dinner, picking up tips and tricks to learn the food of the region.

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SEVILLE, SPAIN

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

How could home cooked paella and tapas get any better? Eating it on a super cool rooftop, just as the sun sets on the horizon. Seville is a magical city but this experience will be your defining memory.

Goulash, lángos and somlói galuska may sound like alien foods right now but by the end of this experience, you’ll be chucking them together like you’ve been cooking them for years, led by the insight of the locals who will be showing you how it’s done. LOOK OUT FOR THIS ICON ON PAGES P.106, P.108 & P.138 FOR TRIPS WITH EXTRA FREE TIME IN EACH DESTINATION

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DAYS

£725

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

4 INCLUDED MEALS

3 nights twin-share hotel accommodation

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£182

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ESSENTIALS

3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, local coach

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F Buggy Adventure F Caving F Horse Riding

• Enjoy the Blue Lagoon hot springs • Northern Lights adventure with a Local Guide

The one that gives you a snapshot of Iceland, discovering Reykjavik & the Blue Lagoon REYKJAVIK, @lyndzii

ICELAND

3 REYKJAVIK Blue Lagoon

Places visited 1

START 4PM REYKJAVIK

Start/end city

waterfalls & ancient volcanic landscapes. (B) Golden Circle Tour

DAY 1ÌREYKJAVIK Today you’ll check in to your hotel & start exploring Reykjavik before the team unites in the afternoon. High on life & the contagious Icelandic positivity, we’ll get straight into the spirit of adventure. (D) • Northern Lights adventure with a Local Guide (weather dependent) • Orientation of the city & its nightlife

DAY 3ÌREYKJAVIK With swimsuit in hand we’ll head to the otherworldly Blue Lagoon, where we can soak & soothe our aching bones. This afternoon opt in for horse-riding, caving, or a buggy adventure. (B) • Enjoy the Blue Lagoon hot springs

REYKJAVIK

DAY 4ÌREYKJAVIK Feeling completely enamoured by all things Iceland, we’ll wrap up the trip this morning after breakfast. Pretty Reykjavik & land of beauty, we officially salute you. (B)

DAY 2ÌREYKJAVIK This morning we’ll bounce out of bed with vigour, knowing a wonder of the world sits on the agenda. Why not opt for our Golden Circle Tour to see sprouting geysers, tumbling

BLUE LAGOON

REYKJAVIK

END 8AM REYKJAVIK

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£750

£725

■ ■ ■ ■

End Start Nov 17 Dec 12 ■ Nov 24 Dec 01 Dec 08

£725

End Dec 15

Start Dec 22 ▲

£750

End Dec 25

Start Dec 28 ●

£785

End Dec 31

2020

Start Nov 14 Nov 21 Nov 28 Dec 05

2019

End Oct 27 Nov 10

2019

Start Oct 24 ● Nov 07 ●

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWIC | START REYKJAVIK & FINISH REYKJAVIK Start 2020 Jan 02 ■ Jan 09 ■ Jan 16 ■

£730

End Start Feb 06 Jan 05 Feb 13 Jan 12 Feb 20 Jan 19 Mar 05

£730

■ ■ ■ ■

End Start Feb 09 Mar 12 ■ Feb 16 Feb 23 Mar 08

End Mar 15

£730

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. ● Single room supplement of £220. ■ Single room supplement of £170. ▲ Single room supplement of £190. Trip starts 4:00pm in Reykjavik & ends approx. 8:00am in Reykjavik. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Airport transfers are not included but can be arranged at an extra charge. Please contact Contiki or your travel agent for details on how to book these.

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FIRE & ICE

THE DETAILS

DAYS

COUNTRY

5 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

8 INCLUDED MEALS

5 nights twin-share hotel accommodation

£1565

5 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

FROM

£261

ESSENTIALS

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Horse Back Riding F Glacier Adventure

• Entry into the Blue Lagoon • See the spectacular Glacier Lagoon • Golden Circle Tour

#FIREICE

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, local coach

4.6 RATING

PER DAY

The one that explores the best of Iceland's natural beauty. Places visited NORTHERN LIGHTS

Nightstops

Start/end city

ICELAND

REYKJAVIK 2

SELFOSS

SKAFTAFELL 1

1 Blue Lagoon

Kirkjubaejarklaustur

VIK

REYKJAVIK

START 4PM REYKJAVIK

DAY 1ÌREYKJAVIK We'll land amidst the quirks & colourful buildings of Reykjavik, having time to unwind before uniting with the team dinner. (D)

DAY 2ÌVIK Getting straight into business, today we will be visiting the Golden Circle, visiting Iceland's most intriguing natural landmarks. From the turquoise water ravines of Thingvellir National Park, to the erupting geothermal geysers of Haukadalur, this day will take your breath away. (B,D)

REYNISFJARA, @_mariiiiiiiie

DAY 3ÌSKAFTAFELL Continuing on the theme of natural wonders, we'll move to Skaftafell via the region of Kirkjubaejarklaustur. Here in these hard to pronounce parts we'll find a peculiar pavement of volcanic rock, the rivers & glaciers of Vatnajökull National Park & the canyon and volcano of Eldgjá. (B,D) DAY 4ÌSELFOSS Our time on the south shore will be marked by waterfalls, black beaches & ponies sized horses with teal blue eyes. (B) DAY 5ÌREYKJAVIK We'll have one last piece of the Icelandic landscape to admire before we move back to the big city. The bucket list beauty of

REYKJAVIK, @cartographile

the Blue Lagoon will warm us, sooth us, & leave us positively lost for words. (B) DAY 6ÌREYKJAVIK Packing our bags back in pretty Reykjavik, we'll stay on a high from all the wonders we've taken in. We'll say our farewells as the trip wraps up, leaving with a deep appreciation for this special country. (B) END 8AM REYKJAVIK

BLUE LAGOON, @lyndzii

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1565

Start Dec 21 ▲

£1615

End Dec 26

2019

End Nov 11 Dec 02

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWFI | START REYKJAVIK & FINISH REYKJAVIK Start Nov 06 ● Nov 27 ●

Start 2020 Jan 08 ■

£1620

End Start Feb 12 ■ Jan 13 Mar 11 ■

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

THE NUMBERS

FROM

End Feb 17 Mar 16

£1620

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. ● Single room supplement of £435. ▲ Single room supplement of £445. ■ Single room supplement of £460. Trip starts 4:00pm in Reykjavik & ends approx. 8:00am in Reykjavik. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Airport transfers are not included but can be arranged at an extra charge. Please contact Contiki or your travel agent for details on how to book these.

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MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE 10

DAYS

9 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 8 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, & 1 night on board a ferry

#CONTIKIMEDESCAPE

£1460

£146

COUNTRIES

12 INCLUDED MEALS

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

9 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

GOT MORE TIME?

FROM

4.5 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with WiFi

Why not add Greek Island Hopping p.108 to your trip and say Yassou to the Greek Isles and save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

F Cruise around the Isle of Capri F Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum, Rome F Amalfi Lemon grove Tour

• Special access Rome Sightseeing Tour • Guided Tour of the Vatican • Wine & Mozzarella Tasting

The one that gives you the amazing Amalfi, rustic Rome & ancient Athens DAY 7ÌOVERNIGHT FERRY After taking in the rugged beauty of the boot's south, we'll board our overnight ferry to Greece. Ploughing through the Ionian Sea watching Italy get smaller would be a little heartbreaking if Greece wasn't on the agenda. (B)

AMALFI COAST, ITALY

'til sun down. Here you can climb around the massive Theatre of Dionysus & dine in the rustic district of Plaka. Other days might be spent sifting through treasures at Monastiraki Flea Market or visiting Brettos, one of the oldest distilleries in Greece. (B,D)(B)(B) • See the Corinth Canal • Athens City Tour & Acropolis F A Traditional Athens Affair

DAYS 8Ì- 10ÌATHENS A time capsule of life before us, Athens will leave you stunned from sun up

END 10AM ATHENS

ROME

START 4PM ROME

F Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum, Rome

LIKE TO TAKE THINGS A LITTLE SLOWER?

DAYS 4Ì- 6ÌAMALFI Travelling to the south we'll find ourselves in Amalfi, where we'll step into a glamorous afternoon of wine & mozzarella tasting. Use your time here to see the colourful homes & scenic mountains of Positano, or dive into a tub of gelato in Sorrento. It can all be topped off with a trip to the archaeological site of Pompeii & a drift around the Bay of Naples. (B,D)(B)(B) • Scenic drive along the Amalfi Coast F 'Tastes of Amalfi' Dinner F Amalfi Lemon Tour F Capri Cruise F Guided Tour of Pompeii

This trip is for you, enjoy 3 night stays in each destination for ultimate discovery and heaps of free time.

START

3 Vatican City

ROME ITALY

ADRIATIC SEA Pompeii

3 Isle of Capri

AMALFI COAST

Bari

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

GREECE

DAYS 1Ì- 3ÌROME Uniting in the city of Rome, we'll feel the warmth of a hearty Italian welcome. We'll slip straight in to the mosaic of ancient monuments, enjoying the slow espresso-sipping culture. Those keen to up their experience can visit the gardens of Tivoli, or sign up for a Roman cooking class. More exploring can be done in the borough of Monti, where Rome's creative cats meander & linger. (D)(B)(B) • See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum • See St.Peter's Basilica • Vatican Tour F 'Dinner La Dolce Vita'

END

IONIAN SEA Patras

Places visited 1

Corinth Canal

ATHENS

Nightstops

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1460

£1470

Start Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 29

£1500

End Jun 24 Jul 01 Jul 08

Start Jul 06 Jul 13 Jul 20

£1560

End Jul 15 Jul 22 Jul 29

Start Jul 27 Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

£1530

End Aug 05 Aug 12 Aug 19 Aug 26

Start Aug 24 Aug 31

£1500

End Sep 02 Sep 09

2019

End Jun 17

2019

Start Jun 08

2019

End Jun 10

2019

End Start May13 Jun 01 May20 May27 Jun 03

2019

Start May04 May11 May18 May25

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBRE | START ROME & FINISH ATHENS Start Sep 07 Sep 14 Sep 21

End Sep 16 Sep 23 Sep 30

£1470

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MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE 21 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 20 nights in hotels, 1 night on board a ferry

28 INCLUDED MEALS 21 breakfasts (B) 7 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS See p.193 for more info on our essentials

DAYS

DAYS 1Ì- 11Ì ROME TO ATHENS Refer to Mediterranean Escape map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.

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FROM

£3040

£140

COUNTRIES

F Mykonos Southern Cruise F Mykonos by Night

DAYS 12Ì- 14 ÌMYKONOS Hop aboard a ferry in the morning & journey to the popular Aegean paradise of Mykonos for some sun & good times on this party island. From the old iconic windmills near Little Venice, to the peppering of cute cafes, this island has no shortage of Greek charm. Later, get a taste of some Greek specialities at dinner. (B,D)(B)(B) F Island Tour of Delos

NEW & IMPROVED

DAYS 15Ì- 17 ÌSANTORINI After a short bout of play at sea, we'll pull up in the port of Santorini, finding whitewashed vistas & blue domed churches. Sign up for a tour that may see you swimming in an active volcano or peruse the streets snapping tumbling bougainvillea. With other days at black or red sand beaches eating local specialties like domatokeftedes (fried tomato balls), life doesn't get much better. (B,D)(B)(B) • Visit the main town of Fira

F Visit Oia at sunset F Highlights & Volcano Tour DAYS 18Ì- 20ÌIOS Our final destination in our trio of islands – Ios will greet us with a rugged back drop & island charm. When the sun sets, this place really comes to life, which means day sailing trips on the water are essential. Sign up for some watersports & chow down on some grilled octopus at a local café & your Ios stint is complete. (B,D)(B)(B) F Sailing Spectacular Ios F Farewell to the Greek Islands

PER DAY

DAYS 21Ì- 22Ì ATHENS Choking back the tears we'll wave goodbye to the dreamy islands of Greece. On our last morning we'll wrap things up after breakfast in Athens, attempting a few Greek pleasantries on the way out the door. (B)(B) END 10AM ATHENS

ATHENS AEGEAN SEA

3 GREECE

MYKONOS 3

Nightstops

End Sep 19

£2940

End Sep 28

£3075

£3145 End Aug 17

£3205

Start Aug 10 C

Start Jun 22 B

£3020

8 nights in hotels, 4 nights on board a cruise ship, 1 night on board a ferry

24 INCLUDED MEALS 13 breakfasts (B) 4 lunches (L) 7 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS Drinks package including beer, wine & soft drinks. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

DAYS

DAYS 1Ì- 9ÌROME TO ATHENS Refer to Mediterranean Escape map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite. DAY 10ÌMYKONOS Getting into the spirit of the adventure, we'll hit the seas with our navigation set to Mykonos. Once our ship pulls up in this paradise party mecca, it will be sunshine & good times aplenty. (B,L,D) DAY 11ÌPATMOS Today we'll make a stop in Turkey – just casually – & shop the wild bazaar of port town Kusadasi. Back on the water we'll float to Patmos, an idyllic island where time stands still &

Start Jun 29 C

End Jul 18

£3090

Start Aug 17

End Sep 07

£3205

Start Aug 24 B

End Sep 13

£3030

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £785 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. B - These trips will have one less night in Athens code: MESIB. C - These trips will have two less nights in Athens code: MESIC. Note: for operational reasons, the Greek Island Hopping section of this trip may run in reverse. Days 1 & 22 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

FROM

£2765

COUNTRIES

days are long, balmy & full of seafood. (B,L,D) • See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos DAY 12ÌRHODES Pristine beaches & medieval towns will greet us on the sun-soaked island of Rhodes. A kaleidoscope of history, culture & epic parties, there will be limitless options for how you spend your time here. (B,L,D) DAY 13ÌSANTORINI This morning we'll say "Kalo Proi" to Crete, a paradise of history & local delicacies, before arriving in Santorini. You'll see quickly we've saved the best until last, from the dreamy sunsets to the iconic

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£198

blue & white domes dripping in pink flowers, this island will be everything you've dreamed of & more. (B,L,D) • See the volcanic islands surrounding Santorini & its main town of Fira

PER DAY

GREECE

ATHENS AEGEAN SEA

DAY 14ÌATHENS It will be sobs all round as we drift back to the mainland & share one final meal together. You can choose to conclude the trip straight after breakfast, or sign up for one last bout of sightseeing in Athens. (B)

TURKEY

Kusadasi

Mykonos

Patmos

Santorini

Rhodes

END 10AM ATHENS CENTRE Crete

Places visited

For full details, see contiki. com

Nightstops

HOW MUCH & WHEN

• Visit ancient Ephesus • Medieval tour, Rhodes

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Spectacular Oia Village, Santorini

End Jun 28 Jul 5 Jul 12

Start Jul 6 Jul 13 Jul 20

End Jul 19 Jul 26 Aug 2

Start Jul 27 Aug 10 Aug 17

End Aug 9 Aug 23 Aug 30

Start Aug 24 Aug 31

A = OUTSIDE CABIN ✝ B = INSIDE CABIN End Sep 6 Sep 13

2019

Start Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 29

2019

End May31 Jun 7 Jun 14

2019

Start May18 May25 Jun 1

2019

End May24

2019

Start May11

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:MESC | START ROME & FINISH ATHENS TOTAL PRICE INCLUDES £270 PORT TAXES & GRATUITIES

2019

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

Start Sep 7 Sep 21

£3125 A

£3215 A

£3335 A

£3270 A

£3215 A

£3155 A

£2770 B

£2765 B

£2845 B

£2955 B

£2890 B

£2840 B

£2785 B

End Sep 20 Oct 4

* Cruise prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). ✝ Inside cabin price will depend on availability, final price will be confirmed at the time of booking. Single supplement option: Add £765 to twin-share price for an inside cabin or £880 to twin-share price for an outside cabin. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip it must be multi-entry. Days 1 & 14 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation. Unlimited drinks package including beer, wine, local spirits and soft drinks. Please note: On occasions, we may not always be able to facilitate 3 nights in Amalfi but in these instances we will include an additional night in Sorrento and also stay in Salerno.

#MEDESCAPE

13 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

End Jul 12

£3180 End Aug 29

MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE + 4 DAY GREEK ISLAND CRUISE THE DETAILS

2019

End Jul 06

2019

Start Jul 27 B

Start Jun 15

2019

£2975 End Aug 08

£3020

Start Sep 07

End Aug 09

2019

Start Jul 20 C

2019

End Aug 02

Start Jun 01 B

2019

End Jun 15

2019

Start May25

£3040

Start Jul 13 B

£3110

2019

£3270 Start Aug 31 C

End Jun 06

£2795 End Jul 27

2019

Start Jul 06

Start May18 C

2019

End May31

£2885

2019

F Highlights & Volcano Tour, Santorini

Start May11 B

#MEDESCAPE

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

SANTORINI

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:MESI | START ROME & FINISH ATHENS

2019

• See the famous windmills on Mykonos

IOS

HOW MUCH & WHEN NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

THE DETAILS

+ GREEK ISLAND HOPPING

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRY

12 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 12 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1665

16 INCLUDED MEALS 12 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

#GREEKHOPPING

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

GREEK ISLAND HOPPING

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager, local Greek transfers

FROM

£129

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Locally guided tour of Athens • See the famous windmills of Mykonos

4.5 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Southern Cruise, Mykonos F Island Tour, Delos F Highlights & Volcano Tour, Santorini

SANTORINI, GREECE

SANTORINI, GREECE @fionafenton

MYKONOS, GREECE @callum_gerlach

IOS, GREECE @contiki

SANTORINI, GREECE @__stamina

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The one that gives you the ultimate Greek Island experience exploring Mykonos, Santorini & Ios

Extend your trip to include Road to Athens p.44 or Spotlight on Greece p.132. Save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount when you book two trips.

Nightstops MYKONOS, GREECE

Start/end city

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MIX & MATCH

#GREEKHOPPING

START 6PM ATHENS

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌATHENS Today we'll unite in a time capsule of life on earth; a city that will leave you stunned from sun up 'til sun down. Here you can climb around the massive Theatre of Dionysus & dine in the rustic district of Plaka. Other days might be spent sifting through treasures at Monastiraki Flea Market or visiting Brettos, one of the oldest distillery's in Greece. (D)(B) • Athens Guided City Tour F Traditional Athens Affair DAYS 3Ì- 5Ì MYKONOS Having opened the lid on Athens & its intricacies, we'll pack our bags & get ready for some island

time. From the old iconic windmills near Little Venice to the peppering of cute cafes, this island has no shortage of Greek charm. For those not inclined towards slow paced days, you can sip cocktails & enjoy the nightlife at the popular Paradise Beach. (B,D)(B)(B) F Island Tour of Delos F Mykonos Southern Cruise F Mykonos by Night

active volcano or wander the streets snapping Santorini's Caldera & tumbling bougainvillea. With other days at black or red sand beaches eating local specialties like domatokeftedes (fried tomato balls), life doesn't get much better. (B,D)(B)(B) F Visit Oia at sunset F Highlights & Volcano Tour DAYS 9Ì- 11ÌIOS Our final destination in our trio of islands – Ios will greet us with a rugged back drop & island charm. When the sun sets, this place really comes to life, which means day sailing trips on the water are essential. Sign up for some watersports

DAYS 6Ì- 8Ì SANTORINI After a short bout of play at sea, we'll pull up in the port of Santorini, finding white-washed vistas & blue domed churches. Sign up for a tour that may see you swimming in an

& chow down grilled octopus at a local café & your Ios stint is complete. (B,D)(B)(B) F Sailing Spectacular Ios F Farewell Dinner to the Greek Islands

LIKE TO TAKE THINGS A LITTLE SLOWER?

This trip is for you, enjoy 3 night stays in each destination for ultimate discovery and heaps of free time.

DAYS 12Ì- 13ÌATHENS Choking back the tears we'll wave to the dreamy islands of Greece. We'll wrap things up after breakfast in Athens, attempting a few Greek pleasantries on the way out the door. (B)

Nightstops Start/end city

GREECE

ATHENS

AEGEAN SEA

END 10AM ATHENS

MYKONOS 3

Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

IOS

3 3

SANTORINI

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2195

£2135

End Aug 20 Aug 23 Aug 26 Aug 29 Sep 01

Start Aug 23

£2085

£1950

End Sep 04

Start Aug 26 Aug 29

£2030

£2125

End Sep 07 Sep 10

Start Sep 01

£2015

Start Jun 15

End Jun 27

£2090

End Sep 13

Start Sep 04 Sep 07 Sep 10 Sep 13 Sep 16 Sep 19 Sep 22

Start Jun 18 Jun 21

£2195

End Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct

End Jun 30 Jul 03

2019

End Jun 21 Jun 24

2019

Start Jun 09 Jun 12

2019

End Jun 15 Jun 18

2019

£1865

Start Jun 03 Jun 06

2019

Start Aug 08 Aug 11 Aug 14 Aug 17 Aug 20

End May28 May31 Jun 03 Jun 06 Jun 09 Jun 12

2019

End Aug 05 Aug 08 Aug 11 Aug 14 Aug 17

Start May16 May19 May22 May25 May28 May31

2019

Start Jul 24 Jul 27 Jul 30 Aug 02 Aug 05

End May25

£1785

2019

£1665

Start May13

2019

End May13 May16 May19 May22

2019

Start May01 May04 May07 May10

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBGI | START ATHENS & FINISH ATHENS Start Jun 24 Jun 27 Jun 30 Jul 03 Jul 06 Jul 09

£2250

End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

06 09 12 15 18 21

Start Jul 12 Jul 15 Jul 18 Jul 21

End Jul 24 Jul 27 Jul 30 Aug 02

£2250

16 19 22 25 28 01 04

£1895

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

12 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 12 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1860

COUNTRIES

16 INCLUDED MEALS 12 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

#MEDHIGHLIGHTS

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£144

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our Locally Guided Tour • Cruise along the stunning, colourful coastal towns of the Cinque Terre (summer departures only)

5.0 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Flamenco Show with Dinner, Barcelona F Monaco Dinner, Monaco F Emperors & Gladiators Including Colosseum, Rome

ROME, ITALY

FLORENCE, ITALY @contiki

ROME, ITALY @kaylahendrix_

BARCELONA, SPAIN @contiki

MONTE CARLO MONACO, FRANCE @jajajavii

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The one that will see you diving into blue seas, sun & a whole load of sizzling destinations

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌMADRID Prepare to be welcomed by the Spanish wonderland that is Madrid. You'll check in to our hotel before lounging about or spending the day exploring. Our first group dinner will be on the evening agenda; day two will see us completely uncovering the city. (D)(B) F Valley of the Fallen F Traditional Madrilenos Dinner DAYS 3Ì- 4Ì BARCELONA Splitting our drive out of Madrid we'll stop in Zaragoza for sightseeing & lunch, before heading on to beachside Barcelona. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't leave a pocket of this city uncovered. (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex • Visit Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter F Flamenco Show with Dinner DAY 5ÌAVIGNON Today we'll take on the city of Popes & the Papal Palace after a fairytale drive through the Provence region. Your time in Avignon can be spent by the Rhône River, sipping aniseed liqueur & eating local delicacies like Ratatouille. (B) DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì FRENCH RIVIERA This will be a day for donning navy stripes as we'll be heading to the French Riviera, with a stop in Aix-en-Provence en route. When we're not

DAYS 11Ì- 12ÌROME With a new found appetite for all things Italian, we'll leave Florence & dart through the grapevines of Umbria in search of Rome. Here we will spend two nights visiting historic monuments & ticking off the world's smallest country, the Vatican City. (B,D)(B) • See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City • Visit San Gimignano F Dinner "La Dolce Vita" F Emperors and Gladiators inc. Colosseum

wasting time lounging about in the sun, we'll roll the dice at the Monte Carlo casino. (B)(B,D) • Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur • Visit a French perfumery F Nice Bike Ride F Monaco Dinner DAY 8ÌPISA / ITALIAN RIVIERA The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre will keep our day colourful, visiting the towns of Monterosso & Portovenere. After soaking up the sunshine & iconic Italian settings, we head on to Pisa where the leaning tower awaits. (B) DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì FLORENCE Through the Apennine Mountains & romantic hills of Tuscany we'll cruise towards renaissance Florence. Here we will drink up the secret streets & sacred art around the city's towering Duomo Cathedral. (B)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Evening F Florence Disco

FLORENCE

Places visited 1

Nightstops Optional start/end city

DAY 13ÌROME After breakfast it will be time to kiss our Med friends goodbye – one on each cheek because by this stage we'll feel very at home in Europe. (B)

FRANCE ITALY

END 8AM ROME

AVIGNON

Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

Cinque Terre

SPAIN

Aix-enProvence

Pyrenees Mountains

Zaragoza

2 2

2 Monaco

FRENCH RIVIERA

PISA/ ITALIAN RIVERIA 1 2 FLORENCE San Gimignano

ROME

Vatican City

BARCELONA

MADRID

Amazing experience! I had a great group of people, an excellent Trip Manager & visited so many beautiful places! I would recommend this to anyone. Patricia Floudas

HOW MUCH & WHEN

End May30 Jun 20

£1860

Start Jun 29 Jul 06 Jul 13

£1970

End Start Jul 11 Jul 20 Jul 18 Jul 25

End Aug 01

2019

Start May18 Jun 08

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBMD | START MADRID & FINISH ROME

£1970

Start Aug 17 Sep 14

End Aug 29 Sep 26

£1900

End May18 Jun 08

Start Jun 17 Jun 24 Jul 01

£1985

End Start Jun 29 Jul 08 Jul 06 Aug 05 Jul 13

£1985

End Jul 20 Aug 17

2019

Start May06 May27

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBDM | START ROME & FINISH MADRID Start Sep 02

End Sep 14

£1900

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBMD - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £665. BBDM - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £690.Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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Keep it flexible & choose where you want to start, either Madrid, or Rome – this trip operates in both directions.

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11 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 11 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1310

14 INCLUDED MEALS 11 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

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£110

PER DAY

4.4 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Special access Rome Sightseeing Tour • Enjoy a glass of Prosecco overlooking the Bay of Naples • Day trip to the Isle of Capri

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Cruise around the Isle of Capri, Sorrento F Tuscan Evening, Florence F Burano Island Cruise & Dinner, Venice

MILAN, ITALY

CINQUE TERRE, ITALY @mitty14

SORRENTO, ITALY @jesseymay_

VENICE, ITALY @erinchrystalx

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The one that gives you 12 days of pure Italian bliss

DAY 1ÌROME Today you'll check in to your hotel before the team unites in the afternoon. Putting no delay on the Italian immersion, we'll hit the streets for some sightseeing, with the Trevi Fountain & Piazza Navona being just two highlights on the list. Vespas, pasta & many espressos, we won't miss a bite. (D) DAYS 2Ì- 3Ì SORRENTO Cruising out of Rome we'll make our way towards the Bay of Naples, via the Vatican City & St Peter's Basilica. Bursting at the seams we'll roll on to Sorrento, where we'll sip a sunset drink by the seaside & take in the vista of cliff-edge houses. (B,D)(B) • See St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City • Guided Tour of the Vatican • Scenic coastal drive to Sorrento F Capri Island Cruise F Bay of Naples Feast

DAY 8ÌMILAN From floating city to fashion capital, we'll coast out of Venice & land ourselves in Milano. Waltzing around with eyes wide open, we'll find that high-end shopping & enviable street style isn't all this hotspot has to offer. (B) • Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda F Eatwith Milan F Lake Garda Cruise

along Ponte Vecchio & take to the outskirts to sip Chianti wine in the hillside. (B,D)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration F Tuscan Evening DAYS 6Ì- 7ÌVENICE The Romeo & Juliet setting of Verona will lead us along a trail of magic en route to Venice. Here we'll spend two nights ogling over picturesque canals & artfilled palazzi, with a private boat ride to the islands topping it all off. (B)(B) • Private motorboat to the historic islands • See Juliet's House & the Roman Arena in Verona • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square • See Mt. Vesuvius F Gondola Ride F Burano Island Cruise & Dinner F An Evening Passegiata & Aperitivo

DAY 9ÌITALIAN RIVIERA From Milan we'll make our way down the Italian coastline, arriving in the iconic setting of the Italian Riviera. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre will keep our day colourful as we soak up the towns of Monterosso & Portovenere. (B) • Cruise & train along the Italian Riviera (the cruise is weather permitted & summer departures only)

DAYS 10Ì- 11ÌROME Feeling very at home in the beautiful boot, we'll head back to Rome via the Leaning Tower of Pisa & the Appenine Mountains. Continuing our love affair with the capital, a whirl of monuments, café culture & passionate conversation così italiano! (B)(B) • Local wine tasting in the Chianti region • See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum F Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum F Dinner 'La Dolce Vita'

DAY 12ÌROME Bursting with appreciation for this remarkable country, we'll drink our final espressos & say our farewells - the trip will have come to a tear jerking end. (B) END 8AM ROME

Please note: Days 1 & 12 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation. Rome itineraries can interchange between the start & end of the trip.

MILAN 1

EATWITH EXPERIENCE, MILAN

VENICE

Lake Garda

Verona

Places visited

ITALIAN RIVIERA Cinque Terre

Nightstops Start/end city

1 Pisa

FLORENCE

Chianti Region Apennine Mountains

VENICE ITALY

DAYS 4Ì- 5 FLORENCE With the call of the Tuscan sun, we'll float through vineyard clad Umbria stopping in Pompeii on the way to the city of Florence. Here we'll take in the masterpieces of Michelangelo's home, shop

I would love to go on another Contiki trip as I enjoyed every moment of Italy and wish it didn't have to end, so that I could continue discovering more about this beautiful country.

ROME

Vatican City Mt. Vesuvius

SORRENTO

Gracita Fils

Pompeii

Isle of Capri

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1695

£1715

£1745

End May30 Jun 06 Jun 13 Jun 20

Start Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 26 Jun 30 Jul 03 Jul 07

End Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

27 04 07 11 14 18

£1785

Start Jul 14 Jul 17 Jul 21 Aug 04 Aug 11

End Jul 25 Jul 28 Aug 01 Aug 15 Aug 22

£1785

Start Aug 18

£1725

End Aug 29

Start Aug 25 Sep 01

£1715

End Sep 05 Sep 12

2019

Start May19 May26 Jun 02 Jun 09

2019

End May23

2019

Start May12

2019

End Apr 11 Apr 25 May09

2019

Start Mar 31 Apr 14 Apr 28

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBSY | START ROME & FINISH ROME Start Sep 04 Sep 08 Sep 11 Sep 15 Sep 22 Sep 29

End Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct

15 19 22 26 03 10

£1685

£1475

Start Nov 24 Dec 08 ★

£1435

End Dec 05 Dec 19

Start Dec 21 ★ Dec 28

£1510

End Start Jan 01 2020 Jan 08 Jan 12

£1510

End Jan 23

2020

End Oct 31 Nov 07

2019

Start Oct 20 Oct 27

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWSY | START ROME & FINISH ROME Start Jan 28 Mar 08

End Feb 08 Mar 19

£1310

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBSY - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £515. WWSY - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £530. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent. For travel insurance see p.193.

#SIMPLYITALY

START 4PM ROME

Why not add Greek Island Hopping p.108 to your trip and say Yassou to the Greek Isles and save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

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DAYS

£940

9 INCLUDED MEALS

7 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

£118

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

7 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

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COUNTRIES

7 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

#ITALIANESPRESSO

FROM

4.6 OVERALL RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Special access Rome Sightseeing Tour • Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with WiFi

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum, Rome F Tuscan Evening, Florence F Gondola Ride, Venice

Want to explore more than one country? Check out our Mediterranean Highlights trip on p.110 to add Spain & France to your adventure.

The one that gives you la dolce vita over 8 days in Italy's most bellissimo cities ROME, CaptionITALY @alicia_thomas

Verona

VENICE 2

ITALY

Pisa

Chianti Region

FLORENCE Apennine Mountains

San Gimignano

Places visited 1

ROME Vatican City

Nightstops Optional end city Start/end city

START 4PM ROME

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌROME Today you'll check-in to your hotel before the team unites in the afternoon. Putting no delay on the Italian immersion, we'll hit the streets for some sightseeing, with the Trevi Fountain & Piazza Navona just two highlights on the list. Vespas, pasta & many espressos; we won't miss a bit. (D)(B) • See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum • See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City

• Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums F Cooking Class & Dinner

• Florentine leather craft demonstration • Guided tour of a winery • Chianti wine tasting F Tuscan Evening F Florentine Food Tour

DAYS 3Ì- 5ÌFLORENCE Basking beneath the Tuscan sun we'll go deep into the city of Florence; taking in the masterpieces of Michelangelo's home, shopping along Ponte Vecchio & taking to the outskirts to sip Chianti wine in the hillside. From secret streets to sacred art, we'll uncover all of it. (B,D)(B)(B) • See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence

• See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas F Burano Dinner & Cruise

DAYS 6Ì- 7ÌVENICE The Leaning Tower of Pisa & the Romeo & Juliet setting of Verona will lead us along a trail of magic en route to Venice. Here we'll spend two nights ogling over picturesque canals, art-filled palazzi, & the boutique beauty of this floating city. (B)(B) • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square

DAY 8ÌVENICE Today we'll say our teary goodbyes through new-found Italian phrases, either here in Venice or later in Rome if you're hitching a complimentary ride back to the capital. (B) END 8AM VENICE OR 6PM ROME

Please note: Days 1 & 8 (ending in Venice) have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

FLORENCE

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1075

End Start May11 Jun 15 May25 Jun 22 Jun 01 Jun 15

£1140

End Jun 22 Jun 29

Start Jun 29 Jul 06 Jul 13 Jul 27

End Start Jul 06 Aug 03 Jul 13 Aug 10 Jul 20 Aug 03

£1210

£1080

Start Nov 02 Nov 16

£1055

End Nov 09 Nov 23

Start Dec 21 ★ Dec 28 Dec 30

£1105

End Dec 28 Jan 04 Jan 06

2020

End Oct 26

2019

Start Oct 19

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWHI | START ROME & FINISH VENICE OR ROME Start 2020 Jan 11 Feb 29

£940

End

End Aug 10 Aug 17

Start Mar 14

2019

Start May04 May18 May25 Jun 08

2020

End Apr 13 Apr 27

2019

Start Apr 06 Apr 20

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBHI | START ROME & FINISH VENICE OR ROME Start Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 07 Sep 14

End Start Aug 31 Sep 21 Sep 07 Sep 14 Sep 21

£1140

End Sep 28

End Mar 21

Jan 18 Mar 07

£940

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHI - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £355. WWHI Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £345. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Venice or approx 6:00pm in Rome. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

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DAYS

COUNTRIES

16 INCLUDED MEALS

11 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 11 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1295

11 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

FROM

£108

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

4.0 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

• Tour of Barcelona Gothic Quater • Visit the Madrid Royal Palace

F Bike Ride, Barcelona F Visit Cascais & Sintra, Lisbon F Farewell Dinner, Madrid

The one that uncovers the highlights of Spain & Portugal in under 2 weeks BILBAO

BARCELONA @coffeeyyy

San Sebastian

SALAMANCA 2

BARCELONA

Averio

PORTUGAL

END

START

PORTO

PAMPLONA

Zaragoza

MADRID

LISBON

SPAIN

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Nightstops

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Want to see even more of this region? Check out the Spain, Portugal & Morocco trip on p.118 for 15 days of Iberian fun.

BARCELONA

START 4PM BARCELONA

DAYS 1Ì- 2 ÌBARCELONA We'll join up & kick off in the sultry Spanish city of Barcelona. Exploring the Gothic Quarter, La Rambla & beyond, we won't leave

DAY 4ÌBILBAO We'll spend the day in San Sebastian, sun bake on the beach, catch the surf & eat pinxtos before arriving in Bilbao. You'll have time to pop in to the Guggenheim Museum before we share a group dinner, Spanish-style. (B,D)

a pocket of this sizzling city uncovered. Churros & sangria enjoyed at rooftop bars & cosy cafes – we'll take it all, with a side portion of paella. (D)(B) • Barcelona Gothic Walking Tour F Barcelona Bike Ride F Flamenco Show with Dinner DAY 3ÌPAMPLONA Eager to absorb as much as we can, we'll pit-stop in Pamplona, famed for its San Fermin festival & immortalised by the words of Ernest Hemingway. (B) F Toros y Tapas

DAY 5ÌSALAMANCA An archive of the Spanish Civil War with breathtaking architecture & a picturesque river setting, the city of Salamanca is quite the beauty. We'll walk through the UNESCO World Heritage Site Old City, see the ancient Cathedral Vieja, & bask in the sun of Casco Historico. (B)

DAYS 6Ì- 7ÌPORTO Slapping on our sunny Portuguese attitudes, we'll cross the border & find ourselves in an iconic town best known for its port wine. Alive with galleries & coffee shops, the terracotta washed city of Porto is basically a dream. We'll find heritage in the old wooden tram that rattles along the streets & in the UNESCO stamped alleys of Ribeira. Your absolute must do while here? Sample the wine named after the city Port. (B,D)(B) F Porto by the Sea Dinner F Porto Walking tour with Port Tasting

DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌLISBON Travelling south along the Atlantic we'll stop at the Venetian-esque boat town of Aveiro, en route to the capital. Once in Lisbon's mosaic tiled streets of pastelarias & antique stores, we'll take lazy strolls & dine for hours to enjoy the pace of the city. You can find the secret haunts on a sightseeing tour & find a mountain of castles & secret gardens by venturing to Sintra. (B,D)(B) F Lisbon like a Local Dinner

an unassuming charm & multi-layered persona that's hard to resist. We'll bunker down here for the rest of our trip, getting acquainted with every nook & cranny. You'll be guided by our city tour inside the impressive Royal Palace, we'll then top things off with an optional farewell Española dinner. (B,D)(B)(B) • Madrid City Tour • Entry to Royal Palace F Visit Valley of the Fallen F Farewell Dinner

DAYS 10Ì- 12Ì MADRID From rooftop bars to 1920's architecture, Madrid holds

Please note: Days 1 & 12 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

END 8AM MADRID

HOW MUCH & WHEN

End May26 Jun 09 Jun 23

£1665

Start Jun 26 Jul 10 Jul 24

End Start Jul 07 Aug 07 Jul 21 Aug 04

£1770

End Aug 18

2019

Start May15 May29 Jun 12

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBFS | START BARCELONA & FINISH MADRID

£1770

Start Aug 21 Sep 04 Sep 18

End Sep 01 Sep 15 Sep 29

£1725

£1425

End Nov 23

Start Dec 19

£1495

End Dec 30

2020

Start Nov 12

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWFS | START BARCELONA & FINISH MADRID Start 2020 Mar 10

End Mar 21

£1295

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBFS - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £610. WWFS - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £525. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Barcelona & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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13 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 13 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

19 INCLUDED MEALS 13 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)

#SPANISHSPREE

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SPANISH SPREE £1255

FROM *

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

£90

PER DAY

4.7 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our Locally Guided Tour in Madrid • Entry into the Mosque of the Caliphs in Cordoba

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Valley of the Fallen, Madrid F Bike Tour, Barcelona F Guided Rock Tour, Gibraltar

SEVILLE, SPAIN

BILBAO, SPAIN @dicazeto

SEVILLE, SPAIN @contiki

IBIZA, SPAIN @meaghanpohlner

MARID, SPAIN @lucywarwickk

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The one that gives you 2 weeks of exploring all that Spain has to offer

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌMADRID After checking in to your hotel, you'll be free to start exploring the nation's capital before the team unites later in the day. Packed with both traditional charm & a modern vibrancy, two nights roaming Madrid's diverse neighbourhoods & lively plazas will have us hooked. (D)(B) • Tour the Royal Palace with a Local Guide (this tour may be substituted with a tour of the Prado) F Valley of the Fallen DAY 3ÌBILBAO Today we'll take the slow track to Bilbao so we can take in Segovia, with its Roman foundations. Later in Bilbao, Spain's emerging hub of culture & cool, you'll have time to head to the iconic Guggenheim Art Museum - one of the world's most famous galleries. (B,D) DAY 4ÌPAMPLONA After lounging around in San Sebastian taking sea dips & eating pinxtos, we'll slide our Spanish selves along to Pamplona. Here we'll soak up

DAYS 9Ì- 10 ÌGRANADA This morning we'll board a fast ferry, taking the sea option back to the Spanish mainland. A fabled palace, atmospheric streets & tapas aplenty will keep us entertained in this old-school city. (B)(B,D) • Locally Guided Tour of the Alhambra (this tour could be substituted with a tour of the Alcazar of Seville) F Tour of Albaicin & Royal Chapel

a city famed for its San Fermin festival & the immortal words of Ernest Hemingway. (B) F Toros y Tapas DAYS 5Ì- 6 ÌBARCELONA Roaming beachside Barcelona will call for many sangrias – just to cool down, of course – & a churro or 12 for more energy. From the Gothic Quarter to the La Rambla district, we won't leave a pocket of this sizzling city uncovered. (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex • Walking Tour through the Gothic Quarter F Flamenco Show with Dinner F Barcelona Bike Ride

DAY 11ÌSEVILLE Winding along the Costa del Sol, we'll arrive in Seville. 13th Century architecture & one of the world's biggest cathedrals will fill our time in this quintessentially Spanish city. (B) • Scenic drive past Marbella & Malaga • See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de España in Seville F Gibraltar Guided Rock Tour F Eatwith Seville

DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌIBIZA Switching from ancient streets to strobe lights, we'll board a flight for the world's party capital, Ibiza. Those not fussed on 6am dance floor sessions will find no shortage of gorgeous beaches & water sports that abound the island. (B,D)(B,D) • Visit Ibiza Town & beaches

what locals know as the “Imperial City”. Later we'll cruise back to Madrid, with one final fiesta to toast a great trip. (B) • See the Alcazar Fortress & Gothic Cathedral in Toledo F Traditional Madrileños Dinner DAY 14ÌMADRID With far too many tapas tucked under our belts, we'll say goodbye to our newly beloved Contiki fam. Our trip will come to an end after breakfast but our love affair with all things Spanish never will. (B)

IBIZA

END 8AM MADRID

Fantastic trip with a great bunch of people and fabulous Trip Manager. I highly recommend the trip for anyone wanting a snapshot of Spain.

Please note: Days 1 & 14 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

Maria Gonzalez

BILBAO

San Sebastian

1 1

PAMPLONA

DAY 12ÌCORDOBA Leaving laid-back Seville, we'll drive through the heart of Andalusia & onwards to Cordoba. Cobbled lanes, storybook balconies & an ancient mosque will be ours to explore for the night. (B) • Entry into the Mosque of the Caliphs in Cordoba F Walking tour of Seville

Segovia

Pyrenees Mountains Zaragoza

BARCELONA

MADRID

SPAIN

CORDOBA SEVILLE

Toledo

DAY 13ÌMADRID Taking to the hill-top town of Toledo, we'll meander through medieval buildings & mosques, drifting through

TOLEDO

#SPANISHSPREE

START 6PM MADRID

Want to see even more of this region? Check out the Spain, Morocco & Portugal trip on p.118 for 15 days of Iberian fun.

IBIZA

Sierra Nevada Mountains

Places visited

GRANADA

Gibraltar

Nightstops Start/end city

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2019

£2055

£2120

End Jun Jun Jun Jun

2 9 16 23

Start Jun 17 Jun 24 Jul 1 Jul 3 Jul 8

End Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul

30 7 14 16 21

£2215

Start Jul 13 Jul 15 Jul 17 Jul 22

End Jul 26 Jul 28 Jul 30 Aug 4

£2215

Start Jul 24 Jul 27 Jul 29

£2215

End Aug 6 Aug 9 Aug 11

Start Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 19

£2120

End Aug 18 Aug 25 Sep 1

2019

Start May20 May27 Jun 3 Jun 10

2019

End May19 May26

2019

Start May6 May13

2019

End May12

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBEH | START MADRID & FINISH MADRID Start Apr 29

Start Aug 26 Sep 2 Sep 9 Sep 16 Sep 23

End Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct

8 15 22 29 6

£2115

£1690

£1420

End Nov 17 Dec 1

Start Dec 21 Dec 28

£1495

End Start Jan 3 2020 Jan 10 Jan 1

£1495

End Jan 14

2020

Start Nov 4 Nov 18

2019

End Nov 3

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWEH | START MADRID & FINISH MADRID Start Oct 21

Start Feb 10 Mar 16

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End Feb 23 Mar 29

£1255

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBEH - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £805. WWEH - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £520. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. Note: This trip is part of the epic Iberian Peninsula & Morocco adventure so you’ll be waving goodbye to some of your new pals as they continue on with this separate journey. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 2 nights in Madrid (D)(B), Bilbao 1 night (B), Pamplona 1 night (B), Barcelona 2 nights (B,D)(B), Valencia 1 night (B), Granada 2 nights (B)(B,D), Seville 2 nights (B,D)(B), Cordoba 1 night (B), Madrid 1 night (B). For details of winter trips between Oct 2019 - Mar 2020, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

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14 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 14 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1465

COUNTRIES

21 INCLUDED MEALS 14 breakfasts (B) 7 dinners (D)

#SPAINMOROCCOPORTUGAL

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£98

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, Local Guide in Morocco, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

4.0 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our Locally Guided Tour of Madrid • Guided Local Tour of the Medina of Fez

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Tour of Albacin & Royal Chapel, Granada F Welcome to Morocco dinner & show, Fez F Traditional Flamenco show with Tapas in Granada

LISBON, PORTUGAL

LISBON, PORTUGAL @contiki

SEVILLE, SPAIN @laurenmac1888

MARRAKECH, MOROCCO @laurenmac1888

LISBON, PORTUGAL @kristy_icarr

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Nightstops Start/end city

MADRID

PORTUGAL

Toledo SPAIN

LISBON

#SPAINMOROCCOPORTUGAL

find an old-school city with a fabled palace, atmospheric streets & tapas aplenty. (B)(B,D) • Locally guided tour of the Alhambra (this tour could be substituted with a tour of the Alcazar of Seville) F Guided Tour of the Albaicin & Royal Chapel

Places visited

SEVILLE ATLANTIC OCEAN

Sierra Nevada Mountains Algeciras Gibraltar

Tarifa Tangier

ASSILAH

DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌFEZ Sliding through the seas that divide Europe & Africa, we’ll travel across the Strait of Gibraltar, past the Rif Mountains and onto Fez. Here in this spellbinding Moroccan city we'll explore the bustling Medina, see the Royal Palace, & haggle like pros for handmade crafts. (B,D)(B) • Scenic drive past Marbella, Malaga & the Rif Mountains • Locally Guided Tour, see the Royal Palace, the Medina & visit the cooperative of handmade carpets F Welcome to Morocco Dinner & Show

GRANADA

1 2

Rabat Casablanca

FEZ Atlas Mountains

MOROCCO

MARRAKECH

START 6PM MADRID

The trip was full of culture, adventure, shopping, nightlife, down time & friendship! This is truly the best way to see Spain, Portugal & Morocco, as well as being the best value for money.

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌMADRID After checking-in to your hotel you'll be free to start exploring the nation's capital before the team unites later in the day. Packed with both traditional charm & a modern vibrancy, two nights roaming Madrid's diverse neighbourhoods & lively plazas will have us hooked. (D)(B) • See Gran Via, Puerta del Sol & Plaza de España • Tour the Royal Palce with Local Guide (this tour may be substituted with a tour of the Prado) F Madrid Tapas Tour

Jasmin Zammit

DAYS 7Ì- 8 ÌMARRAKECH We say farewell to Fez & her many traditions & head to perhaps the most famous city in the country - Marrakech. Here you'll be free to soak up the souks, see Koutoubia Mosque & sift through kilos of delicate silver jewels. Conclude it all with a hammam ritual for ultimate travel bliss. (B,D)(B) • See bustling Jamaa elFna Square • Visit the Bahia Palace, visit a Berber pharmacy & see Koutoubia Mosque F Marrakech by Night

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌGRANADA Today we head south taking in the beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains on the way. Arriving in Granada, we'll

LISBON

MARRAKECH

DAY 9ÌASSILAH Missing not a beat of this country, we'll cruise through Casablanca seeing the seaside Hassan II's Mosque & visiting the capital of Rabat. After the Hassan Tower & King's Palace, we'll have time to chill in Assilah. (B,D) • See the Hassan Tower & King's Palace in Rabat

including the Discoveries Monument, Belem Tower & the Jeronimos Monastery • See the Castelo de São Jorge, the Praca do Comercio, Rossio & Praça da Figueira F Lisbon like a Local Dinner F Guided Tour of Sintra & Cascais

DAYS 10Ì- 11ÌSEVILLE Waving goodbye to Africa we'll wind our way north in search of Seville. 13th Century architecture & one of the world's biggest cathedrals will fill our time in this quintessentially Spanish city. (B,D)(B) • See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de Espana in Seville F Gibraltar Rock Tour F Eat with Seville F Walking Tour

DAY 14ÌMADRID Leaving the tiled town behind, we'll take a border hop back to Spain. Later we'll arrive in the capital of Spain where we'll have one final fiesta together to toast a great trip (B) F Traditional Madridlenos Dinner

DAYS 12Ì- 13ÌLISBON Arriving in Portugal's capital we'll be mesmerized by this laid-back city of wooden trams & tiled home-fronts. For two nights we'll be wooed by fresh seafood & dreamy sunsets by Lisbon's Golden Gate. (B,D)(B) • Visit the Belem District with famous sites

DAY 15ÌMADRID With far too many tapas tucked under our belts, we'll say goodbye to our newly beloved travel pals. Our trip will come to an end after breakfast but our love affair with this part of the world never will. (B) END 8AM MADRID

Please note: Days 1 & 15 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

End Start May19 Jun 09 May26 Jun 09 Jun 16

£2065

End Jun 23

£2065

Start Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30 Jul 07

£2165

End Jun Jul Jul Jul

30 07 14 21

Start Jul 14 Jul 19 Jul 21 Jul 28

End Start Jul 28 Aug 04 Aug 02 Aug 18 Aug 04 Aug 11

£2165

End Aug 18 Sep 01

2019

Start May05 May12 May26 Jun 02

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBMP | START MADRID & FINISH MADRID Start Sep 01 Sep 08 Sep 15 Sep 22

£2029

End Sep Sep Sep Oct

Start 15 Sep 29 22 29 06

End Oct 13

£2029

£1815

Start Nov 09 Nov 23

£1670

End Nov 23 Dec 07

Start Dec 26 2020 Jan 02

£1755

End Jan 09 Jan 16

2020

End Nov 09

2019

Start Oct 26

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWMP | START MADRID & FINISH MADRID Start Jan 06 Feb 15 Mar 21

End Jan 20 Feb 29 Apr 04

£1465

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBMP - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £690. WWMP - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £615. Trip starts 6:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/ staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Note: What’s better than new friends? More new friends! This trip joins up with travellers from our epic Iberian Peninsula & Morocco trip so prepare for even more fun times.

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NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our Locally Guided Tour in Madrid • Guided local tour & visit the Bahia Palace in Marrakech

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FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Valley of the Fallen, Madrid F Bike Tour, Barcelona F Guided Tour to Sintra & Cascais

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DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌMADRID Packed with both traditional charm & a modern vibrancy, two nights roaming Madrid's diverse neighbourhoods & lively plazas will have us hooked. (D)(B) • Tour the Royal Palace with a Local Guide (this tour may be substituted with a tour of the Prado) F Valley of the Fallen DAY 3ÌBILBAO Today we'll take the slow track to Bilbao so we can take in Segovia. Later in Bilbao, Spain's emerging hub of culture & cool, you'll have time to head to the iconic Guggenheim Art Museum. (B,D) DAY 4ÌPAMPLONA After lounging around in San Sebastian taking sea dips & eating pinxtos, we'll slide our Spanish selves along to Pamplona. Here we'll soak up a city famed for its San Fermin festival & the immortal words of Ernest Hemingway. (B) F Toros y Tapas DAYS 5Ì- 6 Ì BARCELONA Roaming beachside Barcelona will call for many sangrias – just to cool down, of course – & a churro or 12 for more energy. (B,D)(B) • See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia & the 1992 Olympic Games complex • Walking Tour through the Gothic Quarter

F Flamenco Show with Dinner F Barcelona Bike Ride DAYS 7Ì- 8ÌIBIZA Switching from ancient streets to strobe lights, we'll board a flight for the world's party capital, Ibiza. (D,B) (D,B) • Visit Ibiza's town & beaches DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì GRANADA This morning we'll board a fast ferry back to the Spanish mainland. A fabled palace, atmospheric streets & tapas aplenty will keep us entertained in this old-school city. (B)(B,D) • Locally Guided Tour of the Alhambra (this tour could be substituted with a tour of the Alcaza of Seville) F Tour of Albaicin & Royal Chapel DAYS 11Ì- 12ÌFEZ We'll travel across the Strait of Gibraltar, past the Rif Mountains & onto Fez. Here we'll explore the bustling Medina, see the Royal Palace, & haggle like pros for handmade carpets. (B,D)(B) • Scenic drive past Marbella, Malaga & the Rif Mountains • Locally Guided Tour, see the Royal Palace, the Medina & visit the cooperative of handmade carpets F Welcome to Morocco Dinner & Show DAYS 13Ì- 14Ì MARRAKECH We say farewell to Fez & her

F Lisbon Dinner F Guided Tour of Sintra & Cascais

many traditions & head to perhaps the most famous city in the country - Marrakech. Soak up the souks, see Koutoubia Mosque & sift through kilos of delicate silver jewels. (B,D)(B) • Visit the Bahia Palace, visit a Berber pharmacy & see Koutoubia Mosque • See bustling Jamaa el Fna Square F Marrakech by night

MARRAKECH

DAY 20ÌMADRID Leaving the tiled town behind, we'll take a border hop back to Spain. Later we'll arrive in the capital of Spain where we'll have one final fiesta together to toast a great trip. (B) F Traditional Madridlenos Dinner

DAY 15ÌASSILAH Cruise through Casablanca seeing the seaside Hassan II's Mosque & visiting the capital of Rabat. After Hassan Tower & King's Palace, we'll have time to chill in Assilah. (B,D)

DAY 21ÌEND MADRID With far too many tapas tucked under our belts, we'll say goodbye to our newly beloved Contiki fam. Our trip will come to an end after breakfast, but our love affair with this part of the world never will. (B)

DAYS 16Ì- 17ÌSEVILLE Waving goodbye to Africa we'll wind our way north in search of Seville. 13th Century architecture & one of the world's biggest cathedrals will fill our time. (B,D)(B) F Eat with Seville F Gibraltar Rock Tour

BILBAO

DAYS 18Ì- 19 LISBON Arriving in Portugal's capital we'll be mesmerized by this laid-back city of wooden trams & tiled home-fronts. For two nights we'll be wooed by fresh seafood & dreamy sunsets by Lisbon's Golden Gate. (B,D)(B) • Visit the Belem District with famous sites including. the Discoveries Monument, Belem Tower & the Jeronimos Monastery • See the Castelo de Sao Jorge, the Praca do Comercio & Rossio & Praca da Figueria

Zaragoza

MADRID

PORTUGAL SPAIN

LISBON

IBIZA

SEVILLE

GRANADA

Sierra Nevada Mountains

Places visited

ASSILAH

Start/end city

BARCELONA

Algeciras Gibraltar

Tangier

Nightstops

PAMPLONA

Segovia

Tarifa

Pyrenees Mountains

END 8AM MADRID

Please note: Days 1 & 21 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

San Sebastian

Rabat Casablanca

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

1 2

FEZ

Atlas Mountains

MOROCCO

MARRAKECH

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2970

Start Jun 10

End Jun 30

£3000

Start Jun 17 Jun 24 Jul 01

£3105

End Start Jul 07 Jul 08 Jul 14 Jul 13 Jul 21 Jul 15

End Jul 28 Aug 02 Aug 04

£3105

Start Jul 22 Jul 29 Aug 12

End Aug 11 Aug 18 Sep 01

2019

End Jun 09 Jun 16 Jun 23

2019

Start May20 May27 Jun 03

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:IBPMO | START MADRID & FINISH MADRID

£3105

Start Aug 26 Sep 02 Sep 09

£2919

End Start Sep 15 Sep 16 Sep 22 Sep 23 Sep 29

End Oct 06 Oct 13

£2919

£2545

Start Nov 04 Nov 18

£2205

End Nov 23 Dec 07

Start Dec 21 Dec 28

£2315

End Start Jan 09 2020 Jan 16 Jan 01

£2315

End Jan 20

2019

End Nov 09

2019

Start Oct 21

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WIBP | START MADRID & FINISH MADRID Start Feb 10 Mar 16

End Feb 29 Apr 04

£2015

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). IBPMO - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £1060. WIBP Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £810. Trip starts 6:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. For more ways to save see p.31. Winter dates feature a slightly modified 20 day itinerary, 1 night in Valencia instead of 2 nights in Ibiza & 3 less (D). For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way.

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£515

6 INCLUDED MEALS

4 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

£103

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4 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

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An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, Local Guide in Morocco, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

• Guided Local Tour of the Medina of Fez • Guided Local Tour of Marrakech & visit the Bahia Palace

Got a taste for what Africa has to offer? Check out our other regions of trips to Africa on p.180

F Welcome to Morocco Dinner & Show, Fez F Marrakech by Night

The one that explores Moroccos' famous souks, mosques & scenery over 5 days START 8PM FEZ

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌFEZ The team will meet up tonight after you've checked in & got acquainted with the hotel. Here in this spellbinding city of Morocco we'll step back to remnants of 9th Century North Africa, exploring the bustling Medina, visiting the Royal Palace, & haggling for handmade crafts. (D)(B) • Locally Guided Tour, see the Royal Palace, the Medina & visit the cooperative of handmade carpets F Welcome to Morocco Dinner & Show

MARRAKECH, MOROCCO

DAYS 3Ì- 4Ì MARRAKECH We say farewell to Fez & her many traditions & head to perhaps the most famous city in the county

FEZ

- Marrakech. Here you'll be free to soak up the souks, see Koutoubia Mosque & sift through kilos of delicate silver jewels. Conclude it all with a hammam ritual for ultimate travel bliss. (B,D)(B) • Visit the Bahia Palace, visit a Berber pharmacy & see Koutoubia Mosque • See bustling Jamaa el-Fna Square F Marrakech by Night DAY 5ÌMARRAKECH Feeling well & truly hooked by the beauty & mayhem of all things Morocco, we'll say our sad goodbyes to both our travel pals & the ancient beauty of Marrakech. (B) END 8AM MARRAKECH

Please note: Days 1 & 5 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

MARRAKECH, @tegan__s START

FEZ Atlas Mountains

MOROCCO

END

MARRAKECH

Nightstops

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£635

End Jun 17

£635

Start Jun 20 Jun 27 Jul 04 Jul 11

£665

End Jun Jul Jul Jul

24 01 08 15

Start Jul 18 Jul 23 Jul 25 Aug 01

End Start Jul 22 Aug 08 Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 05

£665

End Aug 12

Start Aug 22

£635

End Aug 26

2019

End Start May13 Jun 13 May20 Jun 03 Jun 10

2019

Start May09 May16 May30 Jun 06

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBMO | START FEZ & FINISH MARRAKECH Start Sep 05 Sep 12 Sep 19 Sep 26

£625

End Sep Sep Sep Sep

Start 09 Oct 03 16 23 30

End Oct 07

£625

£585

Start Nov 13 Nov 27

£565

End Nov 17 Dec 01

Start Dec 30 2020 Jan 06

£595

End Jan 03 Jan 10

2020

End Nov 03

2019

Start Oct 30

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWMO | START FEZ & FINISH MARRAKECH Start Jan 10 Feb 19 Mar 25

End Jan 14 Feb 23 Mar 29

£515

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBMO - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £220. WWMO - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £210. Trip starts 8:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the Spain, Morocco & Portugal trip & Iberian Peninsula & Morocco trip. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.118 & p.120. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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EGYPT & THE NILE

THE DETAILS

DAYS

£1019

COUNTRY

7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

7 breakfasts (B) 3 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D)

£128

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS Transfer from airport to hotel on arrival. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

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F Visit the Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam, Aswan F Visit the Temple of Horus, Edfu F Cruise, Red Sea

• Locally guided tours of the Egyptian Museum & the Pyramids of Giza • Tour the Valley of the Kings with a local Egyptian expert

The one that brings you face to face with Pharaohs & world wonders in enigmatic Egypt GIZA, EGYPT

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

CAIRO Giza Sakkara

2 GU LF SU

I EN LE

EGYPT

HURGHADA 1 LUXOR

Esna

EDFU

RED SEA

Kom Ombo

Places visited 1

Nightstops

ASWAN

LAKE NASSER

Start/end city

THE NILE CRUISE

START 7PM CAIRO

DAY 1 CAIRO Arriving in exotic Egypt, you'll check in to your hotel before the team unites & the sensory adventure begins. DAY 2ÌCAIRO OVERNIGHT TRAIN In this sand covered city of Cairo we'll whirl through the markets & masses of inhabitants before greeting the Great Pyramids & Sphinx with absolute awe. By evening we'll go local & board an overnight train to Aswan. (B,D)

DAY 4Ì NILE CRUISE - EDFU Passing the Arabian Desert & palm trees aplenty, we'll stop in Kom Ombo to greet the God of Crocodiles & marvel at the symmetry of the village. Back on the boat we'll be able to swim & soak up sun before docking for a night in Edfu. (B,L,D) F Visit Kom Ombo, the Temple of Two Gods

• Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo DAY 3ÌNILE CRUISE - ASWAN Emerging from our overnight train ride, we'll find ourselves in laid back Aswan. Jumping into relaxation mode, we'll sail on a felucca & soak up the exoticism & history of the region. Later, we'll settle in to our first of 3 nights on a luxurious cruise of the River Nile. (B,L,D) • Visit the Unﬁnished Obelisk & High Dam

DAY 5ÌNILE CRUISE - LUXOR Continuing our float along the River Nile, we'll take in dramatic landscapes,

palm trees, & small African villages. Later, we'll arrive in temple-clad Luxor, where epic monuments & royal history are the talk of the town. (B,L,D) F Visit Abu Simbel's Temple of Ramses II DAY 6ÌHURGHADA Once we've admired some ancient royal tombs, we'll amble along & find ourselves in an oasis by the Red Sea. Here in the holiday town of Hurghada we'll snorkel in salt water lapping in from the Indian ocean, & laze under umbrellas as we watch the

Cruise the Nile in style. With luxury cabins, private showers, WC, TVs & air-con. The ship features a pool, sun deck, loungers, bars & party areas. sun go down. (B,D) • See the Colossos of Memnon F Guided visit of the Temple of Karnak

DAY 8ÌCAIRO Attempting some Arabic phrases, we'll say our goodbyes this morning in Cairo when our trip comes to an end. (B)

DAY 7ÌCAIRO After a day swimming amidst the coral reefs & white sands of the Red Sea, we'll journey back to Cairo for one last night of magic in the capital. (B) F Red Sea Cruise

END 8AM CAIRO

Please note: Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1149

End May18

£1185

Start May25 Jun 08

End Jun 01 Jun 15

£1215

Start Jun 22 Jul 06 Jul 20

End Start Jun 29 Aug 03 Jul 13 Aug 17 Jul 27

£1240

End Aug 10 Aug 24

£1240

2019

Start May11

2019

End Apr 20 May04

2019

Start Apr 13 Apr 27

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBEG | START CAIRO & FINISH CAIRO Start Aug 31 Sep 14 Sep 28

End Sep 07 Sep 21 Oct 05

£1215

£1165

Start Nov 02 Nov 16 Nov 30

£1145

End Nov 09 Nov 23 Dec 07

Start Dec 21 Dec 28

£1180

End Dec 28 Jan 04

2020

End Oct 26

2019

Start Oct 19

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WTEG | START CAIRO & FINISH CAIRO Start 2020 Jan 11 Jan 25

£1019

End

Start Feb 08 Jan 18 Feb 22 Feb 01 Mar 07

End Feb 15 Feb 29 Mar 14

£1019

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. BBEG - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £355. WTEG - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £415. Note: Single room supplement does not apply to night 2. Overnight train cabins are twin-share only. Trip starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am in Cairo. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

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3 nights in hotels, 1 night twin-berth sleep couchette train (Cairo to Aswan), 3 night Nile Cruise

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14 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 13 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation & 1 night on board a ferry

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£1995

18 INCLUDED MEALS

£133

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

14 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

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• Special access Rome driving tour • Florence locally guided tour • See the UNESCO listed Kotor Bay, Montenegro • Entry into Plitvice Lakes

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FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Tuscan Evening, Florence F Gondola Ride, Venice F Captain’s Cruise, Corfu

Why not add Greek Island Hopping p.108 to your trip and say Yassou to the Greek Isles plus save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

The one that combines the magic of the Mediterranean with the allure of the Balkans • See the castle & old town F Postojna Caves F Slovenian Folklore Evening

DUBROVNIK, CROATIA

DAY 6Ì PLITVICE LAKES The cascading teal forest pools of Plitvice Lakes will serve as our introduction to the magic of Croatia. We'll walk wooden footbridges & marvel at wildlife in this UNESCO playground of natural beauty. (B,D) • Entry into Plitvice Lakes National Park DAY 7ÌSPLIT This morning we'll leave the lakes & hit the harbourside, journeying to the cobblestone city of Split. With a lively waterfront & unmistakable nautical theme, we'll slip into Croatian life quite easily. (B) • See Diocletians Palace F Let's Split Dinner START 4PM ROME

SLOVENIA

Postojna Cave

VENICE

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌROME Today you'll check-in to your hotel before the team unites in the afternoon. Putting no delay on the cultural immersion, we'll hit the streets for some sightseeing, with the Trevi Fountain & Colosseum being just two highlights on the list. Vespas, pasta & many espressos; we won't miss a bit. (D)(B) F Emperors & Gladiators including Colosseum

LJUBLJANA CROATIA

PLITVICE 1

FLORENCE 3

BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA

ITALY

ROME

SPLIT

DUBROVNIK

ADRIATIC MONTENEGRO SEA Kotor Bay

TIRANA

Mt Vesuvius Pompeii

Bari

SALERNO

ALBANIA

GREECE

CORFU Places visited 1

IONIAN SEA

Nightstops Start/end city

• Locally guided walking tour of Florence F Tuscan Evening DAY 4ÌVENICE Out of Florence, we'll roll in search of the ‘The Floating City'. Here we'll spend the day ogling over picturesque canals & art-filled palazzi, with a private boat ride to the islands topping it all off. (B) • Private boat through the canals of Venice F Tastes of Venice F Gondola Ride DAY 5ÌLJUBLJANA A city well known for its university vibes, Ljubljana sure knows how to have fun. Here in Slovenia's capital we'll meander through vibrant streets, ticking off monuments & exploring the old town for hours. (B)

DAY 8ÌDUBROVNIK After whizzing along the Dalmatian coastline, we'll make our way to the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. A UNESCO World Heritage site of mega clubs & seafood restaurants, we'll lose sense of time playing in this wonderland. (B) • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik F Dinner Cruise DAY 9ÌTIRANA Travelling through tiny Montenegro we'll land in Albania's buzzing capital. With colourful buildings, cool cafes & a post-communism mood of rebirth, Tirana will surprise & delight. (B,D) DAYS 10 - 11ÌCORFU Two nights on the Greek

Island of Corfu will see spirits at an all time high. With water sports, succulent seafood, & nightlife abounding, what more could we travellers ask for? (B,D)(B) F Ionian dinner experience F Captain's Cruise DAY 12Ì OVERNIGHT FERRY After another full day of lazing island side, we'll be setting off for Italy. Spending the night being lulled by the roll of the ocean, our ferry will cruise through the night arriving by morning in the seaside town of Bari. (B) DAY 13ÌSALERNO Heading to Salerno with the chance to visit the postcard cliffs of Amalfi & the Amalfi Coast, you may end this day saying we saved the best ‘til last. (B) F Andiamo Amalﬁ DAY 14ÌROME Today we head north to Rome after a visit to the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. (B) • See Mt. Vesuvius • Guided Tour of Pompeii F Dinner La Dolce Vita DAY 15ÌDEPART ROME Bursting with appreciation for the remarkable Adriatic region, we'll drink our final espressos & say our farewells - the trip will have come to an end. (B) END 8AM ROME

Please note - Days 1 & 15 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1995

End Jun 08 Jun 22

Start Jun 22 Jun 29 Jul 06

£2045

End Start Jul 06 Jul 13 Jul 13 Jul 20 Jul 20 Jul 27

£2045

End Jul 27 Aug 03 Aug 10

Start Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

£2045

End Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31

2019

Start May25 Jun 08

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBAUM | START ROME & FINISH ROME Start Aug 31 Sep 14

End Sep 14 Sep 28

£1995

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £695 on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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£133

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ESSENTIALS

14 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

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NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Guided tour of Dubrovnik’s old town • Private boat through canals of Venice • Entry to Plitvice Lakes

F Gondola Ride, Venice F Captain’s Cruise, Corfu F Postojna Cave, Ljubljana

DAY 11ÌVENICE Out of Florence we'll roll in search of the ‘The Floating City'. Here we'll spend the day ogling over picturesque canals & art-filled palazzi, eating gelato & pizza to top it all off. (B) • Private boat through the canals of Venice F Tastes of Venice F Gondola Ride

of Croatia. We'll walk wooden footbridges & marvel at wildlife in this UNESCO playground of natural beauty. (B,D) • Entry into Plitvice Lakes National Park

The one that takes you on a sun-soaked cultural journey from Croatia to Italy DUBROVNIK, CROATIA

DAY 14ÌSPLIT This morning we'll leave the lakes & hit the harbourside, journeying to the cobblestoned city of Split. With a lively waterfront & unmistakable nautical theme, we'll slip into Croatian life quite easily. (B) F Let's Split Dinner

DAY 12ÌLJUBLJANA A city well known for its university vibes, Ljubljana sure knows how to have fun. Here in Slovenia's capital we'll meander through vibrant streets, ticking off monuments & exploring the old town for hours. (B) • See the castle & old town F Postojna Caves F Slovenian Folklore Evening

DAY 15ÌSPLIT Bursting with appreciation for the remarkable Adriatic region, we'll say our sad farewells - the trip will have come to a tear-jerking end. (B) END 8AM SPLIT

START 8AM SPLIT

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌCORFU Two nights on the Greek island of Corfu will see spirits at an all time high. With water sports, succulent seafood & nightlife abounding, what more could we travellers ask for? (B,D)(B) F Ionian dinner experience F Captain's Cruise

DAY 5Ì OVERNIGHT FERRY After another full day of lazing island side, we'll be setting off for Italy. Spending the night being lulled by the roll of the ocean, our ferry will cruise through the night arriving by morning into the town of Bari. (B)

“Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Get a feeling for Imperial Rome's glory on an optional tour of the Colosseum. (B)(B,D)(B) • See Mt. Vesuvius • Guided Tour of Pompeii F Emperors & Gladiators including Colosseum F Dinner La Dolce Vita

DAY 13Ì PLITVICE LAKES The cascading teal forest pools of Plitvice Lakes will re-introduce us to the magic

Please note: Day 15 has been designed to allow you ﬁnish the trip without needing an extra nights accommodation.

SLOVENIA

1 LJUBLJANA CROATIA 1 Postojna

VENICE

Cave

DAY 6ÌSALERNO Waking up on Italian soil we'll motor along from Bari to the seasie city of Salerno, where we'll have the chance to visit the postcard cliffs of Amalfi & the Amalfi Coast. (B) F Andiamo Amalﬁ

CORFU

DAY 2ÌTIRANA Travelling along the Adriatic Coast we'll land in Albania's buzzing capital. With colourful buildings, cool cafes & a post-communism mood of re-birth, Tirana will surprise & delight. (B,D)

DAYS 7Ì- 9ÌROME Today we head north to Rome after a visit to the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita' of the

DAY 10ÌFLORENCE With the call of the Tuscan sun, we'll float through vineyard-clad Umbria en route to the city of Florence. Here we'll take in the masterpieces of Michelangelo's home, shop along Ponte Vecchio, & drink up the hidden nooks that surround the Duomo Cathedral. (B) • Locally guided walking tour of Florence F Tuscan Evening

PLITVICE FLORENCE

ITALY

ROME

SPLIT

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA

ADRIATIC SEA Mt Vesuvius Pompeii

SALERNO

DUBROVNIK MONTENEGRO

Kotor Bay

1 Bari

TIRANA

ALBANIA

CORFU

GREECE

Places visited 1

Nightstops

IONIAN SEA

Start/end city

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1995

End Jun 15

Start Jun 15 Jun 29 Jul 06

£2045

End Start Jun 29 Jul 13 Jul 13 Jul 20 Jul 20 Jul 27

£2045

End Start Jul 27 Aug 03 Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 10

£2045

End Aug 17 Aug 24

2019

Start Jun 01

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBAUS | START SPLIT & FINISH SPLIT Start Aug 24 Sep 7

End Sep 7 Sep 21

£1995

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £695 on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 8:00am in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#ADRIATICUNEARTHED

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18 INCLUDED MEALS

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ADRIATIC HORIZONS 8

DAYS

£1149

9 INCLUDED MEALS

7 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

£144

PER DAY

3.9 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

ESSENTIALS

7 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

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#ADRIATICHORIZONS

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An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

• Florence walking tour • Special access Rome walking tour • Private boat through canals of Venice • Entry to Plitvice Lakes

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Postojna Cave, Ljubljana F Gondola Ride, Venice F Slovenian Folklore Evening

Want to see even more of Croatia? Add on the Croatia Island Escape p.156 and save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

The one that sees you walk the footsteps of Romans on an 8 day adventure START 4PM ROME

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌROME Today you'll check-in to your hotel before the team unites in the afternoon. Here in Rome we'll put no delay on the cultural immersion, hitting the streets for some sightseeing with the Trevi Fountain & Colosseum being just two highlights on the list. Vespas, pasta & many espressos; we won't miss a bit. (D)(B) F Emperors & Gladiators including Colosseum

Caption

VENICE

SLOVENIA

VENICE

Postojna Cave

LJUBLJANA CROATIA

PLITVICE

FLORENCE

END

1 ITALY

SPLIT

DAY 3ÌFLORENCE With the call of the Tuscan sun, we'll float through vineyard-clad Umbria en route to the city of Florence. Here we'll take in the masterpieces of Michelangelo's home, shop along Ponte Vecchio & drink up the hidden nooks that surround the Duomo Cathedral. (B) • Locally guided walking tour of Florence F Tuscan Evening DAY 4ÌVENICE Out of Florence we'll roll in search of the ‘The Floating City'. Here we'll spend the day ogling over picturesque canals & art-filled palazzi, eating gelato & pizza to top it all off. (B)

ADRIATIC SEA

START

ROME

DAY 5ÌLJUBLJANA A city well known for its university vibes, Ljubljana sure knows how to have fun. Here in Slovenia's capital we'll meander through vibrant streets, ticking off monuments & exploring the old town for hours. (B) F Postojna Caves F Slovenian Folklore Evening DAY 6ÌPLITVICE LAKES The cascading teal forest pools of Plitvice Lakes will serve as our introduction to the magic of Croatia. We'll walk wooden footbridges & marvel at wildlife in this UNESCO playground of natural beauty. (B,D) • Entry into Plitvice Lakes National Park DAY 7ÌSPLIT This morning we'll leave the lakes & hit the harbourside, journeying to the cobblestoned city of Split. With a lively waterfront & unmistakable nautical theme, we'll slip into Croatian life quite easily. (B) • See Diocletians Palace F Let's Split Dinner DAY 8ÌSPLIT Bursting with appreciation for the remarkable Adriatic region, we'll drink our final drinks & say our farewells the trip will have come to an end. (B) END 8AM SPLIT

Places visited 1

• Private boat through the canals of Venice F Tastes of Venice F Gondola Ride

Nightstops

ROME

Please Note: Day 1 has been designed to allow you to start the trip without needing an extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1149

End Jun 01 Jun 15

Start Jun 22 Jun 29 Jul 06

End Start Jun 29 Jul 13 Jul 06 Jul 20 Jul 13 Jul 27

£1180

End Jul 20 Jul 27 Aug 03

Start Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

£1180

End Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24

2019

Start May25 Jun 08

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBAH | START ROME & FINISH SPLIT Start Aug 31 Sep 14

End Sep 07 Sep 21

£1150

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £405 on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the Adriatic Unearthed (start Rome) trip. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.124. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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DAYS

£1179

COUNTRIES

7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

£148

9 INCLUDED MEALS

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

7 breakfast (B) 2 dinners (D)

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An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

• Guided tour of Dubrovnik’s old town • See the UNESCO listed Kotor Bay • See Mt Vesuvius

F Captain’s Cruise, Corfu F Ionian Dinner Experience, Corfu F Andiamo Amalfi, Amalfi

The one that does 6 Adriatic countries in 8 sun-soaked days, from Split to Rome SPLIT, CROATIA @MayaNaidu

AMALFI COAST

DAY 6ÌSALERNO Waking up on Italian soil we'll motor along from Bari to the seaside city of Salerno, where we'll have the chance to visit the postcard cliffs of Amalfi & the Amalfi Coast. (B) F Andiamo Amalﬁ

CORFU

DAY 8ÌROME Bursting with appreciation for the remarkable Adriatic region, we'll drink our final espressos & say our sad farewells - the trip will have come to a tear-jerking end. (B)

DAY 7ÌROME We'll depart the beautiful Amalfi today & head to the Italian capital for our final night on tour passing ancient Pompeii en route. (B) • Guided tour of Pompeii F Dinner La Dolce Vita START 8AM SPLIT

DAY 1ÌSPLIT TO DUBROVNIK The team will unite in Split today before taking to the Dalmatian coastline towards Dubrovnik. Arriving in the ancient walled city we'll find a UNESCO World Heritage site of mega clubs & seafood restaurants, with a renowned Hollywood reputation. • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik F Dinner Cruise DAY 2ÌTIRANA Travelling along the Adriatic Coast we'll land in Albania's buzzing capital. With colourful buildings, cool cafes & a post-communism mood of rebirth, Tirana will surprise & delight. (B,D)

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌCORFU Two nights on the Greek island of Corfu will see spirits at an all time high. With water sports, succulent seafood, & nightlife abounding, what more could we travellers ask for? (B,D)(B) F Captain's Cruise

END 8AM ROME

Places visited

SLOVENIA 1

CROATIA

Nightstops

BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA START

SPLIT 1

ITALY

DUBROVNIK

ADRIATIC SEA

MONTENEGRO

Kotor Bay

END

ROME

Pompeii

SALERNO

TIRANA

Mt Vesuvius

Bari

ALBANIA

GREECE

CORFU

IONIAN SEA

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1179

End Jun 08

Start Jun 15 Jun 29 Jul 06

End Start Jun 22 Jul 13 Jul 06 Jul 20 Jul 13 Jul 27

£1210

End Jul 20 Jul 27 Aug 03

Start Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

£1210

End Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24

2019

Start Jun 01

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBAS | START SPLIT & FINISH ROME Start Aug 24 Sep 07 Sep 21

End Aug 31 Sep 14 Sep 28

£1180

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £415 on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 8:00am in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the 15-day Adriatic Unearthed (start Split) trip. Why not join them if you have time. See p.125. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#ADRIATICSPIRIT

6 nights in twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation, 1 night on board a ferry

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BEST OF BALKANS START SPLIT 15

DAYS

14 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£122

20 INCLUDED MEALS

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

14 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)

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FROM

£1825

COUNTRIES

14 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

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• Locally Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik • Locally Guided walking tour of Sarajevo • Driving city tour of Budapest

Want to see even more of Croatia? Add on the Croatia Island Hopper p.156 and save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

F Dine with the Locals, Sarajevo F Dinner Cruise, Dubrovnik F Let’s Split Dinner, Split

The one that will have you utterly bewitched by the Balkans, from Split to Budapest DAY 13ÌZADAR An intoxicating mix of history & contemporary, the untapped Zadar will be waiting to entertain us. Here, watch the famed sunset bring the solar paneled outdoor disco floor of Sun Salutation alive, before kicking on into the evening. (B) F Zadar Bike ride

• See Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman's Bastion • Locally Guided walking tour • Goulash cooking demonstration & dinner F Danube Dinner Cruise

PLITVICE LAKES, CROATIA

DAY 14ÌSPLIT This morning we'll leave Zadar, journeying back to the cobblestoned city of Split. With a lively waterfront & unmistakable nautical theme, we'll slip into Split's life quite easily. (B) F Let's Split Dinner

DAY 11ÌLJUBLJANA A city well known for its student vibes, Ljubljana sure knows how to have fun. Here in Slovenia's capital we'll meander through vibrant streets, ticking off monuments & exploring the old town. (B) F Slovenian Folklore Evening

START 6PM SPLIT

DAY 1ÌSPLIT Today you'll check-in to your hotel before relaxing or exploring during your free day. Later the team will get acquainted by the coast of Croatia, sharing the first of many group dinners. (D) DAYS 2Ì- 3Ì DUBROVNIK After easing along the Dalmatian coastline,

we'll make our way to the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. A UNESCO World Heritage site of secret bars & seafood restaurants, we'll lose sense of time for two nights indulging in this playground. (B)(B) • See Diocletian's Palace • Locally Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik F Dinner Cruise F City Walls Kayaking

DUBROVNIK

DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌBUDVA After a drive past fjords & through the super-yacht town of Kotor, we'll arrive in Budva. Two nights in Montenegro's seaside beauty will see us being treated to buttered polenta, Adriatic Sea dips & 2500 years of history. (B,D)(B,D) DAYS 6 - 7 SARAJEVO After a stop by the cute bridge town of Mostar, we'll amble on towards Sarajevo. The complexities of the capital of Bosnia & Herzegovina will be uncovered to us by the wisdom of a Local Guide, revealing both war-time stories & modern day delights. (B,D)(B) • Walk across the famous Mostar Bridge • Locally Guided tour of Sarajevo

F War Tunnels F Dine with the Locals DAY 8ÌBELGRADE Often named one of the liveliest cities in Europe, Serbia's capital has shaken off its rugged past save for some socialist relics. We'll find Belgrade's history, nightlife, & creative corners, calling the city home for a night. (B) • See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì BUDAPEST After easing out of Serbia we'll arrive in Budapest, the ‘Paris of the East.' From a Royal Palace to a gothic church, we'll bounce across the river split city of hilltop Buda & bustling Pest, being allured by this city for two nights. (B)(B,D)

HOW MUCH & WHEN

DAY 15ÌSPLIT Bursting with appreciation for the remarkable Balkans, we'll drink our final drinks & say our sad farewells - the trip will have come to a tear-jerking end. (B)

DAY 12Ì PLITVICE LAKES The cascading teal forest pools of the Plitvice Lakes will serve as we arrive back into Croatia. We'll walk wooden footbridges & marvel at wildlife in this UNESCO playground of natural beauty. (B,D) • Entry into Plitvice Lakes National Park

END 8AM SPLIT

Please note: Days 1 & 15 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

Places visited 1

Nightstops HUNGARY

Start/end city

BUDAPEST 2

SLOVENIA

LJUBLJANA

CROATIA

PLITVICE 1

SPLIT

BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA

ZADAR

DUBROVNIK

BELGRADE SERBIA

SARAJEVO

Mostar

Kotor

MONTENEGRO

BUDVA

ADRIATIC SEA

£1825

Start Jun 22 Jun 29 Jul 06

£1900

End Start Jul 06 Jul 13 Jul 13 Jul 20 Jul 20 Jul 27

End Start Jul 27 Aug 03 Aug 03 Aug 10

£1900

End Aug 17

Start Aug 10 Aug 17

£1835

End Aug 24 Aug 31

2019

End Jun 08 Jun 22

2019

Start May25 Jun 08

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBCH | START SPLIT & FINISH SPLIT Start Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 14

End Sep 07 Sep 14 Sep 28

£1825

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £640 on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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BEST OF BALKANS START BUDAPEST 6

DAYS

THE DETAILS

£1825

COUNTRIES

14 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

20 INCLUDED MEALS

14 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

FROM

£122

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

14 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)

• Locally guided walking tour of Sarajevo • Entry into Plitvice Lakes • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Guided War Tunnels Tour, Sarajevo F Slovenian Folklore Evening, Ljubljana F Dinner Cruise, Budapest

The one that will have you utterly bewitched by the Balkans, from Budapest to Split With a lively waterfront & unmistakable nautical theme, we'll slip into life here quite easily. (B)(B,D) • See Diocletians Palace F Let's Split Dinner

Caption

DAYS 6Ì- 7 ÌDUBROVNIK After breezing down the Dalmatian coastline we'll make our way to the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. A UNESCO World Heritage site of secret bars & seafood restaurants, we'll lose sense of time indulging in this playground. (B)(B) F Dinner Cruise F City Walls Kayaking

MOSTAR, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

START 7:30AM BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

BUDAPEST 2 SLOVENIA

LJUBLJANA CROATIA

PLITVICE 1 ZADAR 1 SPLIT 2

BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA

SARAJEVO

DUBROVNIK

BELGRADE

SERBIA

Mostar

MONTENEGRO

Kotor

BUDVA

DAY 2Ì PLITVICE LAKES The cascading teal forest pools of the Plitvice Lakes will serve as our introduction to the magic of Croatia.

Places visited 1

DAY 1ÌBUDAPEST TO LJUBLJANA This morning the team will join forces & head out of Budapest towards Slovenia's capital. Here in Ljubljana we'll meander through vibrant streets, ticking off monuments & exploring the old town. A city well known for its student vibes, Ljubljana sure knows how to have fun. • See Ljubljana castle & old town F Slovenian Folklore Evening

Nightstops Start/end city

We'll walk wooden footbridges & marvel at wildlife in this UNESCO playground of natural beauty. (B,D) • Entry into Plitvice Lakes National Park DAY 3ÌZADAR An intoxicating mix of history & contemporary, the untapped Zadar will be waiting to entertain us. Here, watch the famed sunset bring the solar paneled outdoor disco floor of Sun Salutation alive, before kicking on into the evening. (B) F Zadar Bike ride DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌSPLIT This morning we'll leave Zadar, journeying to the cobblestoned city of Split.

DAYS 8Ì- 9ÌBUDVA After a stop in the superyacht town of Kotor this morning, we'll arrive in breathtaking Budva. Two nights in Montenegro's seaside beauty will see us being treated to buttered polenta, Adriatic Sea dips & 2500 years of history. (B,D)(B,D) • Scenic drive along the most southern fjords of Europe DAY10 -11 SARAJEVO After a stop by the cute bridge town of Mostar we'll continue on towards Sarajevo. The complexities of the capital of Bosnia & Herzegovina will be uncovered to us by the

wisdom of a Local Guide, revealing both war-time stories & modern day delights. (B,D)(B) • See the after effects of the 90's war • Locally guided tour of Sarajevo F War Tunnels Tour F Dine with the Locals DAY 12ÌBELGRADE Often named one of the liveliest cities in Europe, Serbia's capital has shaken off its rugged past save some socialist relics. We'll find Belgrade's history, nightlife, & creative corners, calling the city home for the night. (B) • See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town DAYS 13Ì- 14Ì BUDAPEST After drifting out of Serbia we'll head back to Hungary, arriving in the ‘Paris of the East.' From a Royal Palace to a gothic church, we'll bounce across the river-split city of hilltop Buda & bustling Pest, being allured by this city for 2 nights. (B)(B,D) • Locally guided walking tour • Goulash cooking demonstration & dinner F Dinner Cruise DAY 15ÌBUDAPEST With all the senses well & truly satisfied, it will be time to kiss the Balkans goodbye. Our trip will come to an end after the teary final breakfast as a team. (B) END 8AM BUDAPEST

PLITVICE LAKES @contikicarly

Please note: Days 1 & 15 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1825

Start Jun 18 Jul 02 Jul 09

£1900

End Start Jul 02 Jul 16 Jul 16 Jul 23 Jul 23 Jul 30

End Start Jul 30 Aug 06 Aug 06 Aug 13

£1900

End Aug 20

Start Aug 13 Aug 20

£1835

End Aug 27 Sep 3

2019

End Jun 18

2019

Start Jun 04

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBBB | START BUDAPEST & FINISH BUDAPEST Start Aug 27 Sep 10

End Sep 10 Sep 24

£1825

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £640 based on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in Budapest & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#BESTOFBALKANS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

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4.8 RATING

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FROM

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BALKANS DISCOVERY 11

DAYS

£1520

COUNTRIES

10 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

15 INCLUDED MEALS

10 nights in twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

#BALKANSDISCOVERY

FROM

£139

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

10 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

GOT MORE TIME?

FROM *

5.0 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

• Locally Guided walking tour of Dubrovnik • See the sights on a Locally Guided walking tour of Sarajevo

Want to see even more of Croatia? Add on the Croatia Island Escape p.156 and save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

F Danube Dinner Cruise, Budapest F Guided War Tunnels Tour, Sarajevo

The one that gives you the best of the Dalmatian Coastline, from Split to Budapest DUBROVNIK, CROATIA END

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

CROATIA

BELGRADE START

BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA

SPLIT

DUBROVNIK

ADRIATIC SEA

SARAJEVO

Mostar

SERBIA

MONTENEGRO

Kotor

BUDVA

Places visited 1

being treated to buttered polenta, Adriatic Sea dips & 2500 years of history. (B,D)(B,D) • Scenic drive along the southernmost fjords of Europe

BUDAPEST, @lozzymiles

START 6PM SPLIT

DAY 1ÌSPLIT Today you'll check in to your hotel room before relaxing or exploring during the day. Later the team will get acquainted by the coast of Croatia, sharing the first of many group dinners. (D)

DAYS 2Ì- 3Ì DUBROVNIK After easing along the Dalmatian coastline, we'll make our way to the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. A UNESCO World Heritage site of secret bars & seafood restaurants, we'll lose sense of time for two nights indulging in this playground. (B)(B)

• See Diocletian's Palace F City Walls Kayaking F Dinner Cruise DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌBUDVA After a stop in the superyacht town of Kotor this morning, we'll arrive in breathtaking Budva. Two nights in Montenegro's seaside beauty will see us

DAYS 6Ì- 7Ì SARAJEVO After a stop by the cute bridge town of Mostar we'll amble on towards Sarajevo. The complexities of the capital of Bosnia & Herzegovina will be uncovered to us by the wisdom of a Local Guide, revealing both war-time stories & modern day delights. (B,D)(B) • Locally Guided tour of Sarajevo • See the after-effects of the 90's war

Nightstops

F Dine with the Locals F War Tunnels Tour DAY 8ÌBELGRADE Often named one of the liveliest cities in Europe, Serbia's capital has shaken off its rugged past, save for some socialist relics. We'll find Belgrade's history, nightlife, & creative corners, calling the city home for the night. (B) • See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì BUDAPEST After drifting out of Serbia we'll move on to Hungary, arriving in the ‘Paris of the East.' From a Royal Palace to a gothic church, we'll bounce across the river-split city of

hilltop Buda & bustling Pest, being allured by this city for 2 nights. (B)(B,D) • Locally Guided walking tour • Goulash cooking demonstration & dinner F Dinner Cruise DAY 11ÌEND BUDAPEST With all the senses well & truly satisfied, it will be time to kiss the Balkans goodbye. Our trip will come to an end after a teary final breakfast as a team. (B) END 8AM BUDAPEST

Please note: Days 1 & 11 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1520

Start Jun 22 Jun 29 Jul 6

£1575

End Jul 2 Jul 9 Jul 16

Start Jul 13 Jul 20 Jul 27

£1575

End Start Jul 23 Aug 3 Jul 30 Aug 6

£1575

End Aug 13

Start Aug 10 Aug 17

£1525

End Aug 20 Aug 27

2019

End Jun 4 Jun 18

2019

Start May25 Jun 8

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBCB | START SPLIT & FINISH BUDAPEST Start Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 14

End Sep 3 Sep 10 Sep 24

£1520

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £545 based on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the Best of Balkans (start Split) trips. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.128. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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THE MINI BALKAN

THE DETAILS

DAYS

£545

COUNTRIES

4 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

5 INCLUDED MEALS

4 nights in twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

FROM

£109

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

4 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

4.5 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Walking tour of Ljubljana • Entry into Plitvice Lakes National Park • Slovenian Folklore Evening

F Let’s Split Dinner, Split F Slovenian Folklore Dinner, Ljubljana F Bike Ride, Zadar

The one that keeps it short & sweet visiting the best of Balkans PLITVICE LAKES, CROATIA

SPLIT, CROATIA

START 7:30AM BUDAPEST

DAY 1ÌBUDAPEST TO LJUBLJANA A city well known for its student vibes, Ljubljana sure knows how to have fun. Here in Slovenia's capital we'll meander through vibrant streets, ticking off monuments & exploring the old town for hours. F Slovenian Folklore Evening

DAY 2ÌPLITVICE LAKES The cascading teal forest pools of Plitvice Lakes will serve as our introduction to the magic of Croatia. We'll walk wooden footbridges & marvel at wildlife in this UNESCO playground of natural beauty. (B,D) • Entry into Plitvice Lakes National Park

DAY 4ÌSPLIT This morning we'll leave Zadar, journeying to the cobblestoned city of Split. With a lively waterfront & unmistakable nautical theme, we'll slip into life here quite easily. (B) F Let's Split Dinner

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

DAY 5ÌSPLIT With our hankering for the Balkans more than satisfied, it will be time to wave the Contiki crew goodbye. Our trip will come to an end after one more delectable breakfast. (B)

DAY 3ÌZADAR An intoxicating mix of history & contemporary, the untapped Zadar will be waiting to entertain us. Here, watch the famed sunset bring the solar paneled outdoor disco floor of San Salutation alive, before kicking on into the evening. (B) F Zadar Bike ride

SPLIT, CROATIA

START

END 8AM SPLIT

SLOVENIA

LJUBLJANA

1 CROATIA

PLITVICE

ADRIATIC SEA 1

ZADAR Please note: Day 5 has been designed to allow you to ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

END

1 1

Nightstops

SPLIT

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£545

£560

End Jun 22

Start Jul 02 Jul 09 Jul 16

£570

End Start Jul 06 Jul 23 Jul 13 Jul 30 Jul 20 Aug 06

£570

End Start Jul 27 Aug 13 Aug 03 Aug 10

£570

End Aug 17

Start Aug 20 Aug 27

£550

End Aug 24 Aug 31

2019

Start Jun 18

2019

End Jun 08

2019

Start Jun 04

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBBC | START BUDAPEST & FINISH SPLIT Start Sep 03 Sep 10 Sep 24

End Sep 07 Sep 14 Sep 28

£545

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £195 based on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in Budapest & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the Best of Balkans (start Budapest) trip. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.129. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#MINIBALKANS

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CONTIKI.COM/GREECE

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SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE 4

DAYS

£575

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

5 INCLUDED MEALS

3 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

#SPOTLIGHTGREECE

FROM

3 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach

GOT MORE TIME?

FROM

£144

PER DAY

4.3 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Guided walking tour of Mycenae & the Palace of Agamemnon

Want to see even more of Europe? Add on Road to Athens p.44 and save up to 5% on selected departures.

F A Traditional Affair, Athens

The one that gives you 4 days to explore 4 world heritage sites in idyllic Greece ATHENS, GREECE @Taylor.parkes

AEGEAN SEA GREECE

DELPHI 1

ATHENS 1

Corinth Mycenae

OLYMPIA Places visited 1

Nightstops Start/end city

START 6PM ATHENS

DAY 1ÌATHENS Channeling our inner Grecian god, we'll arrive in Athens ready to soak up all things Greek; souvlaki & anise flavoured aperitifs in particular. Uniting with the crew after checking in to your hotel, the adventure will begin. F A traditional Athens affair

DAY 2ÌOLYMPIA Dancing through history & ancient architecture, we'll take on the gritty urban soul of Athens before breezing across the historic Peloponnese region en route to Olympia. (B,D) • See the impressive Corinth Canal • See the Acronauplia citadel at Nafplio

DAY 3ÌDELPHI Once we've ogled at the site of the very first Olympic Games, we'll cross the Corinthian Gulf & arrive in Delphi. Here we'll take in what was once the centre of the ancient Greek universe, attempting to fathom the magnitude of its history. (B,D) • Guided tour of Olympia including the Olympic

Stadium & Temples of Hera & Zeus DAY 4ÌATHENS After sweeping in the history of Delphi one last time, we'll return to Athens where our trip ends in the afternoon. Four days deep, you may even be speaking a little Greek by this point. (B) • Guided tour of Delphi site & museum END 6PM ATHENS

Please note: Day 1 has been designed to allow you to start the trip without needing an extra night of accommodation.

CORINTH CANAL

ATHENS

DELPHI @brookelowater

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£575

Start May20 Jun 03

£670

End May23 Jun 06

Start Jun 17 Jul 01 Jul 15

£700

End Start Jun 20 Jul 29 Jul 04 Aug 12 Jul 18

£700

End Aug 01 Aug 15

2019

End May02 May09

2019

Start Apr 29 May06

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBBS | START ATHENS & FINISH ATHENS Start Aug 26 Sep 09 Sep 23

£640

End Start Aug 29 Oct 07 Sep 12 Sep 26

End Oct 10

£640

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DAYS

COUNTRY

FROM

£2635

FROM

£165

GREECE

DAYS 1Ì- 4Ì ATHENS TO ATHENS Refer to Spotlight on Greece map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.

PER DAY

20 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

15 nights in hotels

15 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

Ferry crossings (tourist class) & coach transfers. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

ATHENS MYKONOS 3

DAYS 12Ì- 14ÌIOS With a rugged backdrop, the island of Ios is a wild card of all night parties & secluded beaches. (B,D)(B)(B)

DAY 5ÌATHENS Today we'll step back to Athens so we can go a little deeper into this time capsule of life on earth. From ancient relics to modern cafes, we'll absorb this city & all its grilled halloumi to boot. (B)

IOS

SANTORINI

DAY 15ÌATHENS After one last day of sunshine & Aegean Sea dips, we'll head back to Athens for our final night. (B)

DAYS 6Ì- 8ÌMYKONOS Windmills, white buildings & iconic sunsets - this paradise will be ours for 3 whole days. (B,D)(B)(B)

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Nightstops

DAY 16ÌATHENS

END 10AM ATHENS

End Sep 10

£2520

Start Sep 9

End Jul 3

£2810

Start Jul 1

End Jul 15

£2685

Start Jul 15

End Jul 30

£2750

Start Jul 29 C

End Aug 14

2019

Start Jun 17 C

2019

End Jun 18

£2635

£2810

Start Aug 12 B

End Aug 26

£2685

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £765 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. B - These departures stay one less night in Athens code: SPGIB. C - These departures stay one more night in Athens code: SPGIC. Note: for operational reasons, the Greek Island Hopping section of this trip may run in reverse. Days 1 & 16 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation. For travel insurance see p.193.

End Sep 25

Start Jun 3

2019

End Jun 3

£2580

2019

Start May20 B

2019

End May22

£2330

2019

Start Aug 26

Start May6

2019

End May13

£2290

2019

Start Apr 29 B

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:SPGI | START ATHENS & FINISH ATHENS

£2580

#SPOTLIGHTGREECE

15 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

AEGEAN SEA

DAYS 9Ì- 11ÌSANTORINI After a sunny stint on the boat, we'll float in to the iconic blue & white domes of Santorini. (B,D)(B)(B)

START 6PM ATHENS

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+ GREEK ISLAND HOPPING

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SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE

+ 3 DAY GREEK ISLAND CRUISE

ATHENS

Kusadasi TURKEY

Mykonos

DAYS

COUNTRIES

FROM

£1530

FROM

£192

START 6PM ATHENS

GREECE

DAYS 1Ì- 4ÌATHENS Refer to Spotlight on Greece map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.

PER DAY

15 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

4 nights in hotels, 3 nights on board a cruise ship

7 breakfasts (B) 3 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D)

Guided tour of Ancient Ephesus. Silver drinks package on board the cruise ship. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

DAY 6ÌKUSADASI TO PATMOS Waking in the port of Kusadasi we'll take a tour of the ancient city of

HOW MUCH & WHEN

1 Santorini

Places visited Ephesus & shop all things Turkish in the town's lively bazaar. Back on the water we'll drift to idyllic Patmos before moving to our evening stay of Crete. (B,L,D)

Nightstops

Crete

DAY 8ÌATHENS After the final team breakfast you will be transferred back to central Athens where we'll share teary goodbyes & make plans for a reunion tour. (B)

DAY 7ÌSANTORINI This morning we'll say ‘kalo proi‘ to Crete, a paradise of coves, cliffs & white sand beaches. We'll then drift on to Santorini, where a cable car or hill climb will take us to Fira's blue domed building vistas. (B,L,D)

END 10AM ATHENS

#SPOTLIGHTGREECE

7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

DAY 5ÌMYKONOS & KUSADASI Today we'll rise & shine, ready to hit the seas & spend hours walking the beautiful mazed streets of Mykonos. Once we've taken in this paradise & slipped into relaxation mode, we'll sail on to Turkey. (B,L,D)

Patmos

Start May20 Jun 3

End May27 Jun 10

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £210 PORT TAXES & GRATUITIES A=OUTSIDE CABIN ✝ B=INSIDE CABIN * Cruise Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we End Start End Start End can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Aug 5 Aug 26 Aug 29 Oct 7 Oct 14 ✝ Inside cabin price will depend on availability, the final price will be confirmed at the Aug 19 Sep 2 Sep 16 time of booking. Single supplement option: Add £415 to twin-share price for an inside Sep 23 Sep 30 cabin or £485 to twin-share price for an outside cabin. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am £1930 A £1785 A £1785 A in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip it must be multi-entry. Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights £1760 B £1625 B £1625 B accommodation. For travel insurance see p.193.

Start Jun 17 Jul 1 Jul 15

£1690 A

£1860 A

£1930 A

£1530 B

£1690 B

£1760 B

2019

End May6 May13

2019

Start Apr 29 May6

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:SPICR3Ì| START ATHENS & FINISH ATHENS

End Start Jun 20 Jul 29 Jul 8 Aug 12 Jul 22

CONTIKI.COM/GREECE-SAIL

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRY

NEW TRIP

+ GREEK SAILING

£1735

FROM

£134

START 6PM ATHENS

DAYS 1Ì- 4ÌATHENS Refer to Spotlight on Greece map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.

PER DAY

DAY 5ÌATHENS This morning we’ll gather round in the Greek capital ready to set sail. (B) 12 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

14 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

6 nights twin berth accommodation on a sailing yacht, 6 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

12 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

A dedicated onboard skipper. Port & visitor’s taxes. Hotel/Port transfers. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• On-board snorkels, goggles & stand up paddle board

HOW MUCH & WHEN

DAY 6ÌPERDIKA This morning we set sail for Perdika, to taste the island's seafood. (B)

DAY 9ÌSPETSES Today it's shopping, swimming & iced coffee in Zogeria Bay before sailing to Spetses. (B) DAY 10ÌPOROS We'll drop in to Dhokos & Kounoupi before we reach Poros. (B)

DAY 7ÌHYDRA A spectacular day of sailing. (B) DAY 8ÌPLAKA An early morning sail lets us enjoy the Peloponnese Coast. (B)

DAY 13ÌATHENS We say our farewells & wrap up the trip. (B) END 10AM ATHENS

£1735

£1765

Start Jun 17

£1795

End Jun 29

Start Jul 01

£1925

End Start Jul 13 Jul 15

£1895

End Jul 27

Start Jul 29 Aug 12

£1890

End Aug 10 Aug 24

2019

End Jun 15

2019

Start Jun 03

2019

End Jun 01

2019

Start May20

2019

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £30 FOOD FUND AND £30 PORT TAXES & GRATUITIES

Start Aug 26

£1790

End Sep 07

Aegina Perdika

GREECE

DAY 11ÌAEGINA Today we'll swim at Moni island and watch the sunset at Aegina. (B) DAY 12ÌKALAMAKI, ATHENS Sun-soaked and salt-drenched, we sail back to Athens. Hotel. (B)

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:SPGS | START ATHENS & FINISH ATHENS

ATHENS

Poros

Spetses

Hydra

Places visited

Plaka 1

Nightstops

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £1140 based on twin-share trip price. Note: Cabins consist of a mixture of bunk & double beds however most people choose to sleep under the stars up on deck. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. You will need to bring your own towel (linen is provided). Luggage is limited to a small backpack. Note: Itinerary is subject to change for operational reasons or adverse weather conditions. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

#SPOTLIGHTGREECE

SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

TURKISH DELIGHT 7

£739

COUNTRY

6 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

10 INCLUDED MEALS

6 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

#TURKISHDELIGHT

FROM

DAYS

NEW TRIP

ESSENTIALS

6 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

SEE EVEN MORE

FROM

£106

PER DAY

4.6 OVERALL RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Visit the Blue Mosque, Galata Bridge & spice markets in Istanbul • Visit House of the Virgin Mary & Ancient Ephesus

Want to explore the open seas as well as land? Hop onboard our Turkish Sailing trip p.159 and save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

F Turkish Bath Experience, Istanbul F Belly Dancing Show & Dinner, Istanbul F Guided tour of the centuries-old ruins, Izmir

The one that lets you dip into ancient history, vibrant bazaars & coastal coves in one week ENGLISH HARBOUR

START

ISTANBUL 2 Gallipoli

1 Troy

CANAKKALE TURKEY

Pergamum AEGEAN SEA

IZMIR KUSADASI

1 1 Ephesus

END

PAMUKKALE 1 Hieropolis

BODRUM Places visited 1

START 7PM ISTANBUL

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌISTANBUL Arriving in Turkey's epicentre we'll be welcomed by exhilarating bazaars, a mosque crafted by thousands of hand-painted tiles & the charismatic spectacle of a city where east meets west. Every minute of our two nights here will be put to good use. (D)(B) • See the Hagia Soﬁa, Topkapi Palace & Suleymaniye Mosque F Belly dancing show & dinner DAY 3ÌCANAKKALE In a more sombre mood, today we'll pay our respects in the historic Gallipoli battlefields. Later we'll hop continents without hitting the skies, ferrying to the Turkish city of Canakkale.

PAMUKKALE

Nightstops

Here on the Asian continent, we'll be greeted by a quaint port city where we'll bunker down for an evening of metaphorical & literal Turkish delights. (B,D) • Journey along the Sea of Marmara • Visit Lone Pine Cemetery • See Anzac Cove

DAY 5ÌPAMUKKALE Today we'll try to comprehend how mineral waters & calcium terraces could look so good, visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pamukkale. (B,D) F Visit to the site of the thermal pools & hot springs

DAY 4ÌIZMIR Enjoying the journey as much as the destination, today we'll be treading the ruins of Troy, cruising the Turkish coastline & visiting the ancient city of Pergamum. By night we'll arrive in the city of Izmir, where a taste of the colourful nightlife is definitely on the cards. (B,D) F Guided trip of the centuries-old ruins

DAY 6ÌKUSADASI Today we'll rise & shine for a visit to Ephesus, one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of

the World. Later we'll move to the port of Kusadasi, where we can shop all things Turkish in the town's lively bazaar. (B) • Visit a Turkish carpet factory DAY 7ÌBODRUM Shortly after breakfast we'll be wrapping up the trip, hugging our pals & bidding Turkey farewell. (B) END 10AM BODRUM

IZMIR

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£775

End Jun 01 Jun 15

Start Jun 23 Jul 07 Jul 21

£815

End Start Jun 29 Aug 04 Jul 13 Aug 18 Jul 27

£815

End Aug 10 Aug 24

2019

Start May26 Jun 09

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBTD | START ISTANBUL & FINISH BODRUM Start Sep 08

End Sep 14

£739

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Or take a single supplement option: Add £230 to twin-share price. Trip starts 7:00pm in Istanbul & ends approx. 10:00am in Bodrum. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the Turkish Adventure. Why not join them if your have time. See p.135.

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TURKISH ADVENTURE

THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRY

13 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

13 breakfasts (B) 6 lunches (L) 11 dinners (D)

£104

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS A Local Guide & Driver, experienced captain & crew, Orientations of all destinations, Port & visitor’s taxes

4.6 OVERALL RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Dalyan mud bath experience & day trip F Turkish Hammam Bath, Bodrum

• Visit the Blue Mosque, Galata Bridge & Spice Markets in Istanbul • Visit House of the Virgin Mary & Ancient Ephesus

The one that lets you explore cultural city charms, ancient wonders & sun-soaked shores over 14 days DAY 12Ì KISEBUKU With wild pirate antics set for the night ahead of us, we’ll take things easy by day in Mazi amongst the orange groves. In this small fisherman’s village, we’ll mooch around the local markets and drift in & out of the sea for swims. (B,L,D)

DAY 10 ENGLISH HARBOUR English Harbour is calling and we’ll be unable to tear ourselves away. We’ll spend most of the day swimming & lapping up its beauty. or you can opt in for a day trip to Dalyan. Tonight there’s a chance to check out the nightlife of Marmaris. (B,L,D) F Dalyan mud bath experience & day trip

ISTANBUL, TURKEY

DAY 13ÌBODRUM Today we'll sail to the village of Yaliciftlik, where traditional Turkish carpets & foods are produced. After absorbing the artisan side of the country we'll sail back to Bodrum for our last night together, enjoying party time or a Hammam spa to unwind. (B,L,D) F Turkish Hammam Bath, Bodrum

DAY 11ÌLÖNGÖZ We sail out of English Harbour early this morning arrive amidst the seashell shorelines & ancient mythologies of Cleopatra Island. After soaking up the pristine seas that supposedly once cooled the actual Cleopatra, we’ll head for Ballisu for more swimming and anchor at Löngöz for an evening barbeque and a night sleeping under the Turkish stars. (B,L,D) • See the sights of Longoz Bay START 7PM ISTANBUL

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌISTANBUL Arriving in Turkey's epicentre we'll be welcomed by exhilarating bazaars, a mosque crafted by thousands of handpainted tiles & the charismatic spectacle of a city where east meets west. Every minute of our two nights here will be put to good use. (D)(B) • See the Hagia Soﬁa, Topkapi Palace & Suleymaniye Mosque F Belly dancing show & dinner DAY 3ÌCANAKKALE In a more sombre mood, today we'll pay our respects in the historic Gallipoli battlefields. Later we'll hop continents without hitting the skies, ferrying to the Turkish city of Canakkale. Here on the Asian continent, we'll be greeted by

a quaint port city where we'll bunker down for an evening of metaphorical & literal Turkish delights. (B,D) • Journey along the Sea of Marmara • Visit Lone Pine Cemetery • See Anzac Cove DAY 4ÌIZMIR Enjoying the journey as much as the destination, today we'll be treading the ruins of Troy, cruising the Turkish coastline & visiting the ancient city of Pergamum. By night we'll arrive in the city of Izmir, where a taste of the colourful nightlife is definitely on the cards. (B,D) F Guided trip of the centuries-old ruins DAY 5ÌPAMUKKALE Today we'll try to comprehend how mineral waters & calcium terraces could look so good,

visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pamukkale. (B,D) F Visit to the site of the thermal pools & hot springs DAY 6ÌKUSADASI Today we'll rise & shine for a visit to Ephesus, one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World. Later we'll move to the port of Kusadasi, where we can shop all things Turkish in the town's lively bazaar. (B) • Visit a Turkish carpet factory DAY 7ÌBODRUM After travelling to Bodrum & a visit to the port town, we then board our Turkish gulet & enjoy a delicious dinner & get acquainted to life on board our boat. (B,D)

DAY 8ÌCOKERTME Into the pristine Gulf of Gokova we'll stumble upon the idyllic Orak Island. Here you can don your swimsuit & get salty before we head to Cokertme – no doubt lounging on our boat's day beds en route. (B,L,D) DAY 9ÌSEVEN ISLANDS After indulging in the crystal clear waters of Çamlı Koy (Pine Bay), it will be on to the postcard-perfect Seven Islands. Here you’ll be free to roam the forests & snorkel with sea creatures, stopping only for lunch aboard our boat. Tonight we’ll stay in Küfre, where we’ll grab some dinner & hike up a hill to see the spectacular sunset. (B,L,D)

DAY 14ÌBODRUM Shortly after breakfast we'll be wrapping up the trip, hugging our sail pals and bidding our dear gulet farewell. (B) END 10:30AM BODRUM

Places visited

ISTANBUL

Nightstops

START

Gallipoli

CANAKKALE

1 Troy

TURKEY

Pergamum

IZMIR 1

1 Ephesus

PAMUKKALE

KUSADASI BODRUM END

KISEBUKU COKERTME 1

1 Orak Island

Mazi

ENGLISH HARBOUR LÖNGÖZ 1

SEVEN ISLANDS

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1505

End Jun 08 Jun 22

Start Jun 23 Jul 07 Jul 21

£1585

End Start Jul 06 Aug 04 Jul 20 Aug 18 Aug 03

£1585

End Aug 17 Aug 31

2019

Start May26 Jun 09

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBTA | START ISTANBUL & FINISH BODRUM Start Sep 08

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £70 PORT TAXES End Sep 21

£1445

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Or take a single supplement option: Add £430. Note: For the sailing portion of the trip cabins consists of a mix of Bunks & Double beds however most people choose to sleep under the stars up on deck. All cabins have private en suite bathrooms. We use a selection of ‘standard’ boats. Trip starts 7:00pm in Istanbul & ends approx. 10:30am in Bodrum. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#TURKISHADVENTURE

6 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, 7 nights on two person accommodation on board a traditional Turkish gulet boat

30 INCLUDED MEALS

£1445

FROM

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NEW TRIP

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRIES

12 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 12 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1515

16 INCLUDED MEALS 12 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

#EASTERNROAD

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

EASTERN ROAD FROM

£117

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

4.6 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert • Locally guided tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau concentration camps

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Traditional Czech Evening, Prague F River Cruise with Dinner, Budapest F Salt Mines Tour, Krakow

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

VIENNA, AUSTRIA @allyperpick

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC @tynkakell82

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY @morgyramsay

KRAKOW, POLAND @lozzymiles

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The one that gives the ultimate Eastern European experience with 6 countries in 13 days

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌBERLIN We'll join forces in the heartland of Germany, getting acquainted with all things Berlin. From holocaust history to pokey art galleries, Berlin will dazzle us with old & new. Appreciating a few beers & currywursts will complete the German experience. (D)(B) • Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall • See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & the historic Reichstag building • See the site of Checkpoint Charlie F Historical Walking Tour F Alternative Berlin DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌPRAGUE After a stop in the resilient town of Dresden, we'll arrive in the arms of Prague. The Czech capital will delight us with Hradčany Castle, gothic cathedrals & a vibrant town square. We'll take to the paths by bicycle, going deep on this Bohemian city. (B)(B,D) • See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden • Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock in Prague • Locally guided bike tour of Prague F Bunker Tour F Traditional Czech Evening DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌVIENNA En route to the capital of Vienna we'll marvel at a chapel crafted in human bones. We'll then move on to Vienna & ease the spook

with Schnapps & strudel. The home of Swarovski will sparkle with palaces, opera houses & museums aplenty. (B)(B) • See the Hapsburg Palaces, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic ring road in Vienna F Old Vienna Schnapps Museum F A Classic Night Out with Dinner DAYS 7Ì- 8Ì BUDAPEST After a stroll through Slovakia's capital, we'll bunker down in Budapest. Here we'll hop from one side of the river to the other, taking in the magic of both Buda & Pest. Goulash & royal monuments can be sandwiched between the iconic Art Nouveau thermal pools. (B)(B) • Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman's Bastion F River Cruise with Dinner F Past & Present tour DAYS 9Ì- 10Ì KRAKOW Our first Polish destination is an untouched relic of European history. We'll explore the Jewish Quarter, admire a royal castle & hear tales of mythical dragons. (B,D)(B) • Locally guided tour of Krakow • Guided sightseeing of the cathedral & Royal Castle on Wawel Hill • Visit the town square & see the black obelisk in Banská Bystrica F Salt Mines Tour F Pierogi Dinner

#EASTERNROAD

START 5PM BERLIN

End this trip in either Warsaw or Berlin. It's your choice!

DAYS 11Ì- 12Ì WARSAW Jumping into the reviving city of Warsaw, we'll be guided through music ghettos & a lively café scene. Taking in artistic nooks & dining on dumplings & roulade, the capital of Poland will prove the perfect trip finale. (B)(B,D) • See the monastery at Jasna Góra • Locally guided tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau concentration camps • Guided sightseeing of the Old Town, St. John's Cathedral, the Royal Palace, Lazienki Park & the Warsaw Ghetto

START

END

BERLIN

2 2

POLAND

Auschwitz

PRAGUE

Kutna Hora

KRAKOW

CZECH REP

Banska Bystrica

VIENNA

SLOVAKIA

Bratislava

WARSAW

Czestochowa

Dresden GERMANY

AUSTRIA

Places visited

DAY 13Ì WARSAW OR BERLIN Team hugs & heartfelt goodbyes will mark the end of our trip. Wrap things up with a complimentary ride back to Berlin or you can choose to stay put in Warsaw. (B)

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

Nightstops Optional end city

This was my first Contiki & I loved it! I learnt so much thanks to the Trip Manager & the Eastern Road was a lot of fun, I loved all the places I went to & would definitely do another Contiki.

END 8AM WARSAW OR 7PM BERLIN

Please note: Days 1 & 13 (ending in Warsaw) have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

Laura Clarkin

BERLIN

AUSTRIA

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1515

£1540

Start Jun 16 Jun 23 Jul 07

End Start Jun 28 Jul 21 Jul 05 Jul 28 Jul 19

£1610

End Aug 02 Aug 09

Start Aug 11

£1620

End Aug 23

2019

End May31 Jun 14

2019

Start May19 Jun 02

2019

End May03 May17

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBRH | START BERLIN & FINISH WARSAW OR BERLIN Start Apr 21 May05

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YOUR CHOICE

Start Aug 18 Sep 01 Sep 08

£1550

End Start Aug 30 Sep 15 Sep 13 Sep 20

End Sep 27

£1550

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

DAYS

12 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

£1329

COUNTRIES

12 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

NEW & IMPROVED

FROM

16 INCLUDED MEALS 12 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

#BERLINTOBUDAPEST

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

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FROM

£103

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

• Historical Walking tour of Berlin • Entry to Sedluc Ossuary, Kutna Hora • Salt Mine, Krakow • Thermal Spas, Budapest

5.0 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Pivo & Pubs, Prague F Auschwitz & Birkenau Concentration Camp, Krakow F Eatwith Budapest

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

BERLIN, GERMANY @kate.jackman25

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC @jenniferlecuyer

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY @emcasey_

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TAKE THINGS

The one that shows you why central Europe is the reigning queen of them all with 3 nights in each epic city.

DAYS 1Ì- 3ÌBERLIN We'll gather round in this culture king city, being introduced to its turbulent past with a historical walking tour. Spend time differentiating bockwurst from kinderwurst - & more importantly Weissbier from Dunkels beer. (D)(B)(B) • Historical Walking Tour F Cold War, Cold Drinks F Modern Berlin Bike Tour F 'EatWith' Berlin DAYS 4Ì- 6ÌPRAGUE Next up is the rapidly evolving capital of the Czech Republic. Journeying to Prague where fairy-tale streets meet hidden hipster bars, we'll do some Czech beer tasting & have the option to explore the city's narrow alleys by pushbike.

SLOWER?

This trip is for you, enjoy 3 night stays in each destination for ultimate discovery and heaps of free time.

#BERLINTOBUDAPEST

START 5PM BERLIN

A LITTLE

F Auschwitz & Birkenau Concentration Camp F Krakow bike tour F Pierogi Dinner

We can also take a trip to the UNESCO town of Kutná Hora where we will see one of the world's most intriguing churches. (B,D)(B)(B) • Visit Kutná Hora F Pivo & Pubs F Guided Bike Tour of Prague F Traditional Czech Evening

DAYS 10Ì- 13Ì BUDAPEST Feeling well versed on all things Poland, we'll slice into the capital of Hungary where you might want to take a soothing spa visit. We can tackle the city with a past & present tour. Venture to District VII to find the Jewish quarter of gritty pubs & graffiti walls & take up an evening of traditional Goulash cooking. (B,D)(B)(B)(B) • Entry to a thermal spa F Past & Present Tour F 'Eatwith' Budapest F River Cruise with Dinner

DAYS 7Ì- 9ÌKRAKOW We'll ‘ahoj' Prague in search of Poland's artistic capital, where we'll find a historic city by the Vistula River & see chapels carved out of rock salt. To see more than most take the aid of a bike tour, cruising cobbled lanes past a Romanesque castle. Also on offer will be a chance to craft pierogi dumplings. (B,D)(B)(B) • Wieliczka Salt Mine

START

BERLIN

Dresden

PRAGUE

Auschwitz

Kutna Hora

KRAKOW

CZECH REP

Banska Bystrica

SLOVAKIA

END

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

Places visited

END 8AM BUDAPEST

PRAGUE

3 POLAND

GERMANY

Nightstops

BUDAPEST

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1710

£1755

Start May27 Jun 10

End Jun 08 Jun 22

£1795

Start Jun 17 Jun 24 Jul 01

End Start Jun 29 Jul 08 Jul 06 Jul 15 Jul 13 Jul 22

End Start Jul 20 Jul 29 Jul 27 Aug 03

£1860

End Aug 10

2019

End May18

2019

Start May06

2019

End Apr 27

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:EXBH | START BERLIN & FINISH BUDAPEST Start Apr 15

Start Aug 26 Sep 02 Sep 23

£1795

End Start Sep 07 Oct 07 Sep 14 Oct 05

End Oct 19

£1795

£1510

£1475

End Nov 14 Nov 28 Dec 19

Start Dec 14 ★ Dec 27 Dec 30

£1550

End Dec 26 Jan 08 Jan 11

2020

Start Nov 02 Nov 16 Dec 07 ★

2019

End Oct 31 Nov 07

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WXBH | START BERLIN & FINISH BUDAPEST Start Oct 19 Oct 26

Start 2020 Jan 11 Feb 08

£1329

End

Start Feb 29 Jan 23 Mar 14 Feb 20

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LIKE TO

End Mar 12 Mar 26

£1329

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. EXBH - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £450. WXBH - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £390. Trip starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA PLUS THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRIES

21 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 20 nights quad-share hotel/ hostel accommodation & 1 night quad-share Baltic cruise

£2925

32 INCLUDED MEALS 21 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 10 dinners (D)

FROM

£133

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Cruise stunning Geiranger Fjord • A Locally Guided tour of historical St. Petersburg • Visit the Peterhof Gardens & fountains

4.7 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Viking Biking, Oslo F Bunker Tour, Moscow F Ice Bar, Stockholm

VOSS, NORWAY

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK @brookeeklement

GEIRANGER, NORWAY @thebrokenbankaccount

ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA @brittlessss

ST PETERSBURG, RUSSIA @theworld.awaits

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The one that scopes out Scandinavia combined with the best of Russia & Northern Europe

Keep it flexible & choose where you want to start, either Berlin or Copenhagen. You can end your trip in either Warsaw or Berlin.

START 7AM BERLIN OR 5PM COPENHAGEN 1

DAY 5ÌVOSS Today we'll begin our immersion into the natural beauty of this breathtaking country. We'll drift across the Hardangervidda Plateau, making our way to the traditional village region & fjord gateway of Voss. Hostel (B,D) DAY 6Ì GEIRANGER FJORD Though you may have seen photos, the breathtaking sight of Norway's fjords will be spine-tingling when witnessed firsthand. Mammoth mountains & the Boyabreen Glacier will offer photo opportunities aplenty. Hostel (B,D) DAY 7ÌGJOVIK Enjoying the journey as much as the destination, today we will see the picturesque Geiranger Fjord from the water, a 12th century church & the Olympic lakeside town

Lom

Nightstops Optional start city

Lillehammer

Sognefjord

VOSS

GULF OF BOTHNIA

GJOVIK

OSLO

Optional end city

FINLAND

Optional start/end city

Hardangervidda Region

HELSINKI 1

Lake Vanern

Petrodvorets

NORWAY

DAY 2Ì COPENHAGEN From the hippy vibes of Christiania to the opulent waterfront setting of Nyhavn, Copenhagen lives up to its hype. The day will be yours to devour as you wish but we suggest you take a typically Danish cycle & eat your bodyweight in pastries. Hostel (B) DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌOSLO Our introduction to Norway will be served up in the quirky capital of Oslo. We'll feel wholeheartedly welcomed by this lively city, exploring its galleries & restaurant clad harbour front for two nights. Hostel (B,D)(B) F Viking Biking

Places visited

GEIRANGER

ST PETERSBURG

STOCKHOLM

NOVGOROD

SWEDEN RUSSIA

BALTIC SEA

DENMARK

Klin

MOSCOW

COPENHAGEN

BELARUS

POLAND

MINSK Brest

Berlin

WARSAW

GERMANY

DAY 10Ì SAIL TO HELSINKI Taking to the Scandinavian seas, we'll board our luxury boat & take an overnight cruise out of Sweden. Sleeping to the sway of the ocean, we'll wake feeling ready to take on the capital of Finland. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) • See Stockholm's famous archipelago of 30,000 Islands F Smorgasbord Dinner

of Lillehammer. Later we'll arrive in our evening nest of Gjovik. Hostel (B) • Cruise stunning Geirangerfjord • See one of the few remaining original medieval stave churches in Norway • Visit the home of the 1994 Winter Olympics DAYS 8Ì- 9Ì STOCKHOLM Leaving Norway, we'll cruise into Sweden, with a quick glimpse of its largest lake of Vanern en route to Stockholm. Immensely hip & bursting with boutique bars, you'll see why this is hailed as one of the world's most livable cities. From museums to monuments, we'll get amongst it all. Hotel (B)(B,D) • Visit Gamla Stan (the Old Town) & see the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace F ABBA Museum F Stockholm Dinner F Vasa Museum

DAYS 12Ì- 14Ì ST.ÌPETERSBURG Heading out through the Finnish pine forests, we'll make our way to the mammoth country that is Russia. St Petersburg offers a fairytale of ballerinas, palaces & boasts the world famous Hermitage Museum. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) • See the Church of Our Saviour on Spilled Blood • Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens F Russian Ballet

DAY 11Ì HELSINKI Docking up after our night at sea, we'll leave our boat & start exploring Helsinki. Another capital of cool, the diverse neighborhoods & energetic night hours will offer no shortage of entertainment & excitement. Hotel (B) • See the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, the Helsinki Cathedral, & the Esplanade

DAY 15Ì NOVGOROD After appreciating one of Russia's big smokes, it will be time to take in the countryside. We'll drift along to the charming town of Novgorod, once the stronghold of the early Tsars. Hotel (B,D) • Locally Guided tour of Novgorod's old town & see the Millennium Bell

DAYS 16Ì- 18Ì MOSCOW With three days in Moscow, we'll have plenty of time to relax & sample (even more) stroganoff & vodka. When we're not indulging the palate we'll swoon over St. Basil's Cathedral & amble around the lively Red Square. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) • See the famous composer Tchaikovsky's house in Klin • City tour with a Local Guide F Guided tour of the Armoury DAY 19ÌMINSK With all of Russia's wonders revealed, it will be time to head on to Belarus. A statement of resilience & re-birth, the capital of Minsk will delight us with its manicured gardens, wide open spaces & quirks of modern communism. Hotel (B,L,D) • Locally guided tour of Minsk DAYS 20Ì- 21Ì WARSAW Today we'll be welcomed into the Polish city of Warsaw.

Ending our trip on a high note, this city will offer a Jewish Monument to the Ghetto Heroes, plenty of pierogies (Polish dumplings) & a musical culture that's rather top notch. Hotel (B)(B,D) • Visit Brest Fortress – one of the most important Soviet World War II monuments • Visit the old town, the monument to Chopin & hear tales of the Warsaw Uprising DAY 22Ì WARSAW OR BERLIN Get the tissues ready! Today the trip will come to an end after breakfast in Warsaw or later in the day for those hitching a free ride to Berlin. We'll farewell each other & the incredible lands of Scandinavia & Russia. (B) END 8AM WARSAW OR 7PM BERLIN

Please note: Days 1 (starting Copenhagen) & 22 (ending Warsaw) have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2925

£3060

End Jun 22 Jun 29

Start Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 29

£3050

End Jul 06 Jul 13 Jul 20

Start Jul 01 Jul 06 Jul 08 Jul 13

£3150

End Jul 22 Jul 27 Jul 29 Aug 03

Start Jul 15 Jul 20 Jul 22 Jul 27

£3150

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £370 FOOD FUND

End Aug 05 Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 17

Start Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

£3150

End Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 07

2019

Start Jun 01 Jun 08

2019

End Jun 01 Jun 08 Jun 15

2019

Start May11 May18 May25

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCSR | START BERLIN OR COP’HAGEN & FINISH WARSAW OR BERLIN

Start Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 07

End Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28

£2985

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.193. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Copy of passport required at the time of booking. Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this trip. It is your responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel. The fee for the Russian Visa will be an additional charge. Important Visa info: You’ll need a visa for Belarus, which can be obtained with the help of your Trip Manager on the trip. The fee for this visa will be an additional charge. Trip starts 7:00am in Berlin or 5:00pm in Copenhagen & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or 7:00pm in Berlin. Note: this trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/ staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#SCANDINAVIAANDRUSSIA

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

YOUR CHOICE

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SCANDINAVIA THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRIES

11 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 10 nights quad-share hotel/ hostel accommodation & 1 night quad-share Baltic cruise (end Helsinki option)

£1665

16 INCLUDED MEALS 11 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£139

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Visit Oslo’s famous sculpture park • Take in breathtaking views as you cruise the stunning Geiranger Fjord

4.7 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Viking Biking, Oslo F Ice Bar, Stockholm F Smorgasbord Dinner, Cruise

BOYABREEN GLACIER, NORWAY

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN @miraecampbell

VOSS, NORWAY @live.to.travel

OSLO, NORWAY @brittlessss

COPENHAGEN, DENMARK @mihoshappylife

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The one that goes in-depth in stunning Scandinavia in under 2 weeks

Keep it flexible & choose where you start your trip, either Berlin or Copenhagen.

GEIRANGER 1

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

YOUR CHOICE

Lom

VOSS

GJOVIK

END

GULF OF BOTHNIA

#SCANDINAVIAANDRUSSIA

Lillehammer

Sognefjord

FINLAND

HELSINKI

Hardangervidda Region

OSLO

2 Lake Vanern

NORWAY

STOCKHOLM BALTIC SEA SWEDEN

NORTH SEA

Places visited 1

Nightstops Optional start city

DENMARK

COPENHAGEN

The places we visited were an absolute dream, beautiful doesn't even cut it! Each place was so different from the previous & having a fun bunch of people to enjoy it with was a huge plus!

START GERMANY

START 7AM BERLIN OR 5PM COPENHAGEN

DAY 1ÌBERLIN TO COPENHAGEN Today you can join forces with the team by morning in Berlin or by afternoon in Copenhagen. The adventure will truly kick off with the setting of the sun, when we share a dinner & map out our Scandi road trip. Hostel (D) DAY 2Ì COPENHAGEN From the hippy vibes of Christiania to the opulent waterfront setting of Nyhavn, Copenhagen lives up to its hype. The day will be yours to devour as you wish but we suggest you take a typically Danish cycle & eat your bodyweight in pastries. Hostel (B) • See the Little Mermaid, the Town Hall & the Royal Palace

VOSS, NORWAY

Optional end city

Natalie Lambrousis

Berlin

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌOSLO Our introduction to Norway will be served up in the quirky capital of Oslo. We'll feel wholeheartedly welcomed by this lively city, exploring its galleries & restaurant clad harbour front for two nights. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See the Gustav Vigeland Sculpture Park • Orientation tour of Oslo F Viking Biking DAY 5ÌVOSS Today we'll begin our immersion into the natural beauty of this breathtaking country. We'll drift across the Hardangervidda Plateau making our way to the traditional village region & fjord gateway of Voss. Hostel (B,D)

DAY 6Ì GEIRANGER FJORD Though you may have seen photos, the breathtaking sight of Norway's fjords will be spine-tingling when witnessed firsthand. Mammoth mountains & the Boyabreen Glacier will offer photo opportunities aplenty. Hostel (B,D) • Cruise stunning Geiranger Fjord DAY 7ÌGJOVIK Enjoying the journey as much as the destination, today we will see the picturesque Geiranger Fjord by boat, a 12th century church & the Olympic lakeside town of Lillehammer. Later we'll arrive in our evening nest of Gjovik. Hostel (B) • Visit the home of the 1994 Winter Olympics

DAYS 8Ì- 9Ì STOCKHOLM Leaving Norway, we'll cruise into Sweden, passing its largest lake of Vanern en route to Stockholm. Immensely hip & bursting with boutique bars, you'll see why this is hailed as one of the world's most livable cities. From museums to monuments, we'll get amongst it all. Hotel (B)(B,D) • Visit Gamla Stan (the Old Town) & see the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace • Orientation tour of Stockholm F ABBA Museum F Stockholm Dinner

END STOCKHOLM

STUCK FOR TIME? End your trip in Stockholm & visit 4 countries in 9 days. Trip code: CCSS See price panel below for departure dates & prices. Visit contiki.com/scandi-stockholm boat & take an overnight cruise out of Sweden. Sleeping to the sway of the ocean, we'll wake feeling ready to take on the capital of Finland. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) F Smorgasbord dinner DAY 11ÌHELSINKI Docking up after our night at sea, we'll leave our boat & start exploring Helsinki. Another capital of cool here in the Nordic lands, the diverse neighbourhood & energetic night hours will offer no shortage of entertainment & excitement. Hotel (B)

• See the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, the Helsinki Cathedral, & the Esplanade DAY 12ÌHELSINKI Get the tissues ready! Today the trip will come to an end after breakfast in Helsinki. We'll farewell each other & the fine lands of Scandinavia. (B) END 8AM HELSINKI OR 12PM STOCKHOLM

Please note: Days 1 (starting Copenhagen) & 12 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA

DAY 10ÌSAIL TO HELSINKI Taking to the Scandinavian seas, we'll board our luxury

Extend your trip to Russia on our 22-day Scandinavia & Russia trip. See p.140

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1665

End Jun Jun Jun Jun

£1775

Start 05 Jun 22 12 Jun 29 19 26

End Jul 03 Jul 10

£1775

Start Jul 01 Jul 06 Jul 08 Jul 13

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

12 17 19 24

£1830

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £200 FOOD FUND

Start Jul 15 Jul 20 Jul 22 Jul 27

£1830

£1269

Start Jun 01 Jun 08 Jun 15 Jun 22

£1325

End Jun Jun Jun Jun

Start 09 Jun 29 16 23 30

£1325

End Jul 07

2019

End May19 May26 Jun 02

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCSS | START BERLIN OR COP’HAGEN & FINISH STOCKHOLM Start May11 May18 May25

Start Jul 01 Jul 06 Jul 08 Jul 13

£1375

End Jul 26 Jul 31 Aug 02 Aug 07

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

09 14 16 21

Start Jul 15 Jul 20 Jul 22 Jul 27

£1375

Start Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

End Aug 14 Aug 21 Aug 28

2019

Start May25 Jun 01 Jun 08 Jun 15

£1830

Start Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 07

End Sep 04 Sep 11 Sep 18

£1730

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £160 FOOD FUND End Jul 23 Jul 28 Jul 30 Aug 04

Start Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

£1375

End Aug 11 Aug 18 Aug 25

2019

End May22 May29

2019

Start May11 May18

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCSH | START BERLIN OR COP’HAGEN & FINISH HELSINKI

Start Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 07

End Sep 01 Sep 08 Sep 15

£1295

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.193. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:00am in Berlin or 5:00pm in Copenhagen & ends approx. 12:00 noon in Stockholm or 8:00am in Helsinki. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the Scandinavia & Russia trip. Why not join them if you have the time. See p.140. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki. com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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RUSSIA PLUS 14

FROM

DAYS

20 INCLUDED MEALS

12 nights in hotels, 1 night quad-share Baltic cruise

£138

13 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

#RUSSIAPLUS

£1925

COUNTRIES

FROM FROM

PER DAY

4.4 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

ESSENTIALS

13 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 6 dinners (D)

START HELSINKI

FROM

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

• A locally guided tour of historical St. Petersburg • Locally guided tour of the Hermitage, former home of the Russian Tsars • Locally guided tour of Novgorod

F Canal Cruise, St.Petersburg F Peter & Paul Fortress, St. Petersburg F Dinner, Moscow

£1689 PP £141 PD

Trip code: CCRH See price panel below for departure dates & prices. Visit contiki.com/ russiahelsinki

The one that explores Russia plus the highlights of Northern Europe in 2 weeks Helsinki Cathedral, & the Esplanade

ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA

DAYS 4Ì- 6Ì ST.ÌPETERSBURG Heading out through the Finnish pine forests we’ll make our way to the mammoth country that is Russia. St Petersburg offers a fairytale of ballerinas & palaces & boasts the world famous Hermitage Museum. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) • See the Church of Our Saviour on Spilled Blood • Visit the Hermitage – one of the world’s largest art & culture museums • Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens F Russian Ballet DAY 7ÌNOVGOROD After appreciating one of Russia’s big smokes, it will be time to take in the countryside. We’ll drift along to the charming town of Novgorod, once the stronghold of the early Tsars. Hotel (B,D) • Locally guided tour of Novgorod’s old town & see the Millennium Bell START 6PM STOCKHOLM OR 6PM HELSINKI

DAY 1ÌSTOCKHOLM Today you will check-in to your hotel before a 6pm meet up & dinner with the team. Immensely hip & bursting with boutique bars, you’ll soon see why this is hailed as one of the world’s most livable cities. From museums to monuments, we’ll get amongst it all. Hotel (D)

ST PETERSBURG

STOCKHOLM

NOVGOROD

SWEDEN

RUSSIA

Klin

MOSCOW 3 BELARUS

MINSK

END

Berlin GERMANY

WARSAW POLAND

Places visited

Brest 1

Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city

HOW MUCH & WHEN

DAY 2ÌSAIL TO HELSINKI After the morning exploring Stockholm we will be taking to the Scandinavian seas, we’ll board our luxury boat & take an overnight cruise out of Sweden.

End Jun 01 Jun 08

£1925

Start Jun 02 Jun 09 Jun 16 Jun 23

End Jun Jun Jun Jul

15 22 29 06

2019

Start May19 May26

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCRS | START STOCKHOLM & FINISH WARSAW OR BERLIN

£2015

Start Jun 30 Jul 07 Jul 09 Jul 14

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

13 20 22 27

£2080

Start Jul 16 Jul 21 Jul 23 Jul 28

End Jul 29 Aug 03 Aug 05 Aug 10

£2080

Start Jul 30 Aug 04 Aug 11 Aug 18

£1689

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£1770

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2019

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£1820

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13 20 22 27

Start Jul 18 Jul 23 Jul 25 Jul 30

£1820

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DAYS 8Ì- 10ÌMOSCOW With three nights in Moscow, we’ll have plenty of time to relax & sample (even more) stroganoff & vodka. When we’re not indulging the palate, we’ll swoon over St. Basil’s Cathedral & amble around the lively Red Square. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) • See the famous composer Tchaikovsky’s house in Klin • Locally guided coach sightseeing tour of the city F Moscow Metro Tour F Guided tour of the Armoury DAY 11ÌMINSK With all of Russia’s wonders revealed, it will be time to head

RUSSIA

Extend your trip to Russia on our 22 day Scandinavia & Russia trip. See p.140 on to Belarus. A statement of resilience & re-birth, the capital of Minsk will delight us with its manicured gardens, wide open spaces & quirks of modern communism. (B,L,D) DAYS 12 - 13 WARSAW Today we’ll be welcomed into the Polish city of Warsaw. Ending our trip on a high note, this city will offer a visit to a Jewish Monument to the Ghetto Heroes, plenty of pierogies (Polish dumplings) & a musical culture that’s rather top notch. Hotel (B)(B,D) • Visit Brest Fortress – one of the most important Soviet World War II monuments • Visit the old town, the monument to Chopin & hear tales of the Warsaw Uprising DAY 14Ì WARSAW OR BERLIN Get the tissues ready! Today the trip will come to an end after breakfast in Warsaw or later in the day for those hitching a free ride to Berlin. (B) END 8AM WARSAW OR 7PM BERLIN

Please note: Days 1 & 14 (ending Warsaw) have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation. YOUR CHOICE

Keep it flexible. You can end your trip in either Warsaw or Berlin.

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £200 FOOD FUND End Aug 12 Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31

£2080

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCRH | START HELSINKI & FINISH WARSAW OR BERLIN Start May21 May28

DAY 3ÌHELSINKI Docking up after our night at sea, we’ll leave our boat & start exploring Helsinki. Another capital of cool here in Scandinavia, the diverse neighborhoods & energetic night hours will offer no shortage of entertainment & excitement. Hotel (B) • See the Senate Square, Uspenski Cathedral, the

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End Sep 07

2019

£2035

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End Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28

£1965

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£1820

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Start Aug 27

£1795

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2019

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2019

HELSINKI

Sleeping to the sway of the ocean, we’ll wake feeling ready to take on the capital of Finland. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) F Vasa Museum F Smorgasbord dinner

2019

FINLAND

SCANDINAVIA &

Start Sep 03 Sep 10 Sep 17

End Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28

£1735

* Prices above are per person based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.193. Copy of passport required at the time of booking. Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this trip. It is your responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel. The fee for the Russian Visa will be an additional charge. Important Visa info: You’ll need a visa for Belarus, which can be obtained with the help of your Trip Manager on the trip. The fee for this visa will be an additional charge. Trip starts 6:00pm in Stockholm or 6:00pm in Helsinki & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or 7:00pm in Berlin. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the Scandinavia & Russia Plus trip. Why not join them if you have the time, See p.144. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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7 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

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PER DAY

4.4 RATING

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ESSENTIALS

F Canal Cruise, St.Petersburg F Peter & Paul Fortress, St.Petersburg F Dinner, Moscow

• Locally guided tour of St. Petersburg & the Hermitage • Locally guided tour of Novgorod • Locally guided tour of Moscow

The one that goes in depth in Russia from St Petersburg to Moscow in 8 days Caption ST. PETERSBURG

START

ST PETERSBURG 1

NOVGOROD

RUSSIA

END

Klin

MOSCOW Places visited 1

START 6PM ST. PETERSBURG

DAYS 1Ì- 3Ì ST PETERSBURG Today you'll be welcomed to the mammoth country that is Russia & greeted by your Contiki crew in the afternoon after check in. St Petersburg offers a fairytale of ballerinas,

• Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens • See the Church of Our Saviour on Spilled Blood F Russian Ballet

palaces & boasts one of the world's largest art & culture museums to boot. Hotel (D)(B)(B) • Locally guided tour of the Hermitage, former home of the Russian Tsars & one of the world's largest art & culture museums

DAY 4ÌNOVGOROD After appreciating one of Russia's big smokes, it will be time to take in the countryside. We'll drift along to the charming town of Novgorod, once the stronghold of the early Tsars. Hotel (B,D) • Locally guided tour of Novgorod's old town & see the Millennium Bell

MOSCOW, RUSSIA

DAYS 5Ì- 7ÌMOSCOW With three nights in Moscow, we'll have plenty of time to relax & sample

stroganoff & vodka. When we're not indulging the palate we'll swoon over St. Basil's Cathedral & amble around the lively Red Square. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) • See the famous composer Tchaikovsky's house in Klin • Guided tour of the famous Moscow Metro F Guided tour of the Armoury

Nightstops

MOSCOW, @lanaarmstrong

DAY 8ÌMOSCOW With far too many kievs tucked under our belts, we'll say goodbye to our newly beloved travel pals. Our trip will come to an end after breakfast but our love affair with Russia never will. (B) END 8AM MOSCOW

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1149

£1210

Start Jun 19 Jun 26

£1200

End Jun 26 Jul 03

Start Jul 03 Jul 10 Jul 12 Jul 17

£1245

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £120 FOOD FUND 10 17 19 24

Start Jul 19 Jul 24 Jul 26 Jul 31

£1245

End Jul 26 Jul 31 Aug 02 Aug 07

Start Aug 02 Aug 07 Aug 14

£1245

End Aug 09 Aug 14 Aug 21

Start Aug 21 Aug 28

£1210

End Aug 28 Sep 04

2019

End Jun 12 Jun 19

2019

Start Jun 05 Jun 12

2019

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2019

Start May22 May29

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCRP | START ST.ÌPETERSBURG & FINISH MOSCOW

Start Sep 04 Sep 11 Sep 18

End Sep 11 Sep 18 Sep 25

£1170

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share, if you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Copy of passport required at the time of booking. Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian visa for this trip. It is your responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel. The fee for the Russian visa will be an additional charge. Airport transfers in St. Petersburg & Moscow are not included but can be arranged at an extra charge. Please contact Contiki or your travel agent for details on how to book these. Trip starts 6:00pm in St. Petersburg & ends approx. 8:00am in Moscow. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the Scandinavia & Russia Plus and 14 day Russia Plus trips. Why not join them if you have the time, See p.140. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#BESTOFRUSSIA

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£132

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ESSENTIALS

7 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

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F LegenDerry Walking Tour, Londonderry F Irish Dinner & Dancing evening, Dublin

• Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the famous Blarney Stone • Entry to the magical Cliffs of Moher • Visit Giant’s Causeway

The one that gives you a week long full Irish experience LONDONDERRY

Giant’s Causeway

1 CLIFFS OF MOHER

1 N.IRELAND

GALWAY 2

REP. OF IRELAND

BELFAST

DUBLIN

Cliffs of Moher Kilkenny

Places visited 1 Blarney

CORK

Nightstops Start/end city

SCOTLAND & IRELAND

FROM £1480 PP FROM £114 PD Add 5 days to your trip & get a slice of Scotland too. For full details, dates & prices see contiki.com/scotlandireland. Code: BBED Single supplement of £505. Code: WWED Single supplement of £420. START 4:30PM DUBLIN

DAY 1ÌDUBLIN Today you'll check in to your hotel & get acquainted with all things Irish! In the afternoon the team will join forces, excited for the Emerald Isle adventures that sit ahead. (D) F Jameson Whiskey Distillery DAY 2ÌCORK Today we'll head out of Dublin, knowing we'll be back for more at the end of the trip. Making our way to Cork, we'll stop in Kilkenny where we can explore

the cute town & munch down some lunch. (B,D) F Kilkenny Bike Tour

• Visit the Cliffs of Moher F Boat ride to the Aran Islands (summer only)

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌGALWAY Cruising out of Cork, we'll pass the ever incredible Cliffs of Moher & go deep on Irish traditions at Blarney Castle. Our destination of Galway will delight us to no end, serving up all things quintessentially Irish – not least some Gaelic chit chat. (B)(B,D) • Visit Blarney Castle

DAY 5Ì LONDONDERRY Later in Londonderry, we'll wind back the clock & soak up some 17th century Irish history. If the walls of this walled city could talk, they sure would have alot to say. (B,D) • See the 17th Century city walls of Londonderry • LegenDerry Walking Tour

DAY 6ÌBELFAST Today we'll encounter one of Ireland’s greats, the incredible Giant's Causeway, before moving on to Belfast. Here we'll uncover a city transforming itself from a troubled past, discovering instead a rough diamond that offers up cool sites & nightlife aplenty. (B) • Visit the Giant's Causeway • Locally guided tour of Belfast F Titanic Museum visit

DAY 7ÌDUBLIN Back in Dublin, we'll have the chance to dive head first into the city we sampled on day one. Markets, museums, & plenty of four leaf clover fun will keep us busy in the nation's capital. (B) • See Trinity College & the Monument of Light, Parnell Square F Guinness Storehouse Visit F Irish Dinner & Dancing

DAY 8ÌDUBLIN The laughter & leprechaun jokes will come to an end today. You'll say your teary goodbyes & pray that a bit of Irish luck reunites you all in the not too distant future. (B) END 8AM DUBLIN

Please note: Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & ﬁnish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1285

£1305

End Start May11 Jun 08 May18 Jun 12 May22 May25 Jun 01 Jun 05 Jun 08

End Jun 15 Jun 19

£1305

Start Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 26 Jun 29 Jul 03 Jul 06 Jul 10

End Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

22 29 03 06 10 13 17

£1340

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£1340

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£1340

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2019

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2019

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2019

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2019

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£1305

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07 11 14 21 25 28 02

£1285

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End Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct

05 09 12 19 23 26

£1285

£1205

£1080

End Start Nov 09 Dec 07 ★ Nov 16 Nov 23 Nov 30 Dec 07

£1080

End Dec 14

Start Dec 14 ★ Dec 21 ★ Dec 28 2020 Jan 04

£1135

End Start Dec 21 Jan 05 Dec 28 Jan 08 Jan 04 Jan 11 Jan 11

£1135

End Jan 12 Jan 15 Jan 18

Start Jan 18 Jan 25 Feb 01 Feb 08 Feb 22

£1050

End Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb

Start 25 Feb 29 01 Mar 07 08 15 29

£1050

End Mar 07 Mar 14

2019

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2020

End Nov 02

2019

Start Oct 26

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWIR | START DUBLIN & FINISH DUBLIN Start Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28

End Mar 21 Mar 28 Apr 04

£1090

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. BBIR - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £330. WWIR - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £285. Trip starts 4:30pm in Dublin & ends approx. 8:00am in Dublin. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 16 day Great Britain & Ireland. When you jump aboard this trip you will be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. If you have the time why not join them. See p.148. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

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ENGLAND & SCOTLAND 2

DAYS

£1070

COUNTRIES

8 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

12 INCLUDED MEALS

8 nights twin-share hotel accommodation

£119

PER DAY

Try everything Scottish on our 6-day trip. For full details, dates & prices see contiki.com/scotland. Code: BBSC. Single supplement of £225. Code: WWSC. Single supplement of £190.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Edinburgh Castle Experience, Edinburgh F Hadrian’s Wall, Northumberland

The one that gives you trendy cities, charming landscapes, & the birthplace of the Beatles Loch Ness

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS

Nightstops Optional end city

Isle of Skye

SCOTLAND

WEST 1 HIGHLANDS

St Andrews

Stirling

GLASGOW

Places visited 1

EDINBURGH Northumberland National Park Gretna Green

DAY 6ÌSCOTTISH LAKE 1 HIGHLANDS DISTRICT The beautiful Scottish Highlands never fail to 1 disappoint, complete with YORK endless miles of rugged 1 countryside, mystical tales, LIVERPOOL & a very elusive lake dwelling ENGLAND monster, who we'll be keeping an eye out for on our Loch Ness cruise. (B,D) • Loch Ness Cruise

START 6:30AM LONDON

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO LIVERPOOL This morning you'll meet up with the Contiki team & sweep through the very best of London. Later, we'll move on to Liverpool where Beatlemania & football will send us into an excited flurry. (D) F Locally guided Beatles Magical Mystery tour DAY 2ÌYORK After a drive through rolling

countryside we'll find ourselves ambling down narrow lanes exploring all York has to offer & with 2000 years of history tucked into its monuments, its offerings are nothing short of incredible. (B,D) • See York Minister & Clifford's Tower • Guided tour of York F Evening ‘Ghost Walk'

bagpipes to banging festivals, this musical city will entertain us from sun up to sun down & perhaps a little after dark. (B)(B,D) • Driving city tour to see Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace & the Royal Mile • Entrance to Gretna Green Museum • City Tour of Edinburgh F Scottish Evening F Edinburgh Castle experience F Whisky Tastes & Tales

be waiting for us in the Lake District. Settling into English country life, we'll get a good taste for the slow & simple pleasures of days gone by. (B) • Visit Bowness-onWindermere & see Windermere F Lake Cruise DAYS 4Ì- 5 ÌEDINBURGH After stopping at a curious wedding hotspot & Hadrian's wall, we'll land in the Scottish city of Edinburgh. From

DAY 3ÌLAKE DISTRICT Endless green hills, serene lakes & streets of stone homes will

HOW MUCH & WHEN

DAY 7ÌWEST HIGHLANDS After visiting the pastel houses & fishing ports of the Isle of Skye, we'll carry on to the West Highlands, home of Ben Nevis Britain's highest mountain. (B) • Visit seaside town of Portree • See Eilean Donan Castle DAY 8ÌGLASGOW After a historic stop in Stirling, we'll be sliding into Glasgow, where live music & plenty of quirky characters will welcome us in traditional warm Scottish style. (B) • See George Square & the Glasgow City Chambers • See Stirling Castle & the William Wallace Monument

LONDON DAY 9ÌGLASGOW OR LONDON With a big love for Britain now running deep in our bloodstream, we'll wrap up our trip after breakfast in Glasgow, or on arrival in London for those catching the train south. (B) END 8AM GLASGOW OR 2:30PM LONDON

LONDON DAY TRIPS

Take advantage of our great deals on day trips & visit Stonehenge, Bath or beautiful Windsor Castle. It's easy: book on arrival at Contiki's Basement. Visit contiki.com/day-trips

£1345

£1370

£1375

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End Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

£1395

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£1395

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£1400

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£1365

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£1345

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2019

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2019

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2019

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2019

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2019

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2019

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2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBBR | START LONDON & FINISH GLASGOW OR LONDON Start Sep 27 Oct 04 Oct 08 Oct 11

End Oct Oct Oct Oct

05 12 16 19

£1345

£1195

Start Nov 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 29

£1160

End Start Nov 09 Dec 06 Nov 16 Dec 13 ★ Nov 23 Nov 30 Dec 07

£1160

End Dec 14 Dec 21

Start Dec 20 ★ Dec 27 ◆ Dec 28 ◆ Dec 31

£1220

End Dec Jan Jan Jan

Start 28 2020 04 Jan 03 05 08

£1220

End Jan 11

2020

End Oct 26 Nov 02

2019

Start Oct 18 Oct 25

2019

WINTEER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWBR | START LONDON & FINISH GLASGOW OR LONDON Start Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Feb 14

£1070

End Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb

18 25 01 08 22

Start Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 06 Mar 13 Mar 20

End Feb 29 Mar 07 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28

£1070

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. BBBR - Summer 2019 - 9 days Single room supplement of £345. WWBR - Winter 2019/20 9 days Single room supplement of £290. Trip starts 6:30am in London & ends approx. 8:00am in Glasgow or 2:30pm in London if you have chosen to take the train. Add £80 to take the train from Glasgow to London. ● These trips will be in Edinburgh during the Festival & Military Tattoo (tickets not included). ◆ This trip will be in Edinburgh during Hogmanay. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure. Some travellers will be continuing the Contiki journey on the Great Britain & Ireland trip. Why not join them if you have time. See p.148. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193. For details of winter trips between Oct 2018 - Mar 2019, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.

#ENGLANDANDSCOTLAND

• Follow in the footsteps of The Beatles on our locally guided Magical Mystery Tour • Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of stunning Loch Ness

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

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SCOTLAND

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£114

PER DAY

4.7 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Follow in the footsteps of The Beatles on our locally guided Magical Mystery Tour • Spot Nessie on a boat cruise of stunning Loch Ness

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Guinness Storehouse Visit, Dublin F Irish Dinner & Dancing, Dublin F Scottish Evening, Edinburgh

BLARNEY CASTLE, IRELAND

GIANTʼS CAUSEWAY, IRELAND @sea_greene_

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS @natalie_haidar

LONDON, ENGLAND @contiki

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS @haydendib

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1 Loch Ness

Parnell Square & Christ Church Cathedral

SCOTLAND

WEST HIGHLANDS

DAY 6ÌSCOTTISH HIGHLANDS The beautiful Scottish Highlands never fail to disappoint, complete with endless miles of rugged countryside, mystical tales, & a very elusive lake dwelling monster, who we'll be keeping an eye out for on our Loch Ness cruise. (B,D) • Loch Ness Cruise

Stirling

GLASGOW

St Andrews

EDINBURGH

Giant’s Causeway

LONDONDERRY 1 N.IRELAND

GALWAY

Larne

BELFAST

REP. OF IRELAND

Hadrian’s Wall

Gretna Green

LAKE DISTRICT 1

IRISH SEA

YORK DAY 7ÌWEST HIGHLANDS After visiting the pastel houses & fishing ports of the Isle of Skye, we'll carry on to the West Highlands, home of Ben Nevis - Britain's highest mountain. (B) • See the spectacular Eilean Donan Castle • Visit seaside town Portree

Holyhead

DUBLIN

LIVERPOOL ENGLAND

Cliffs of Moher Kilkenny WALES

Blarney

CORK LONDON

Places visited 1

DAY 8ÌGLASGOW After a historic stop in Stirling, we'll be sliding into Glasgow, where live music & plenty of quirky characters will welcome us in traditional warm Scottish style. (B) • See Stirling Castle & the William Wallace Monument • See George Square & the Glasgow City Chambers

Nightstops Start/end city

START 6:30AM LONDON

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO LIVERPOOL This morning you'll meet up with the Contiki team & sweep through the very best of London. Later we'll move on to Liverpool, where Beatlemania & football will send us into an excited flurry. (D) DAY 2ÌYORK After a drive through rolling countryside we'll find ourselves ambling down narrow lanes exploring all York has to offer & with 2000 years of history tucked

• Visit Bowness-onWindermere & see Windermere F Lake Cruise

into its monuments, its offerings are nothing short of incredible. (B,D) • Locally guided Beatles Magical Mystery Tour • Guided walking tour of York • See York Minster & Clifford's Tower F Evening ‘Ghost Walk'

DAYS 4Ì- 5Ì EDINBURGH After stopping at a curious wedding hotspot & Hadrian's Wall, we'll land in the Scottish capital, Edinburgh. From bagpipes to banging festivals, this musical city will entertain us from sun up to sun down & perhaps a little after dark. (B)(B,D) • Entrance to Gretna Green Museum • Driving city tour to see Edinburgh Castle,

DAY 3ÌLAKE DISTRICT Endless green hills, serene lakes & streets of stone homes will be waiting for us in the Lake District. Settling into English country life, we'll get a good taste for the slow & simple pleasures of days gone by. (B)

DAY 9ÌDUBLIN After a short bout on the sea, we'll plonk our feet onto Irish soil. Travelling through County Meath will take us to Dublin, the character filled capital known for its multitude of cute pubs. (B)(D) • See Trinity College, the Monument of Light,

F Locally guided walking tour including the Bogside Murals

DAY 10ÌCORK Today we'll head out of Dublin, knowing we'll be back for more at the end of the trip. Making our way to Cork, we'll stop in Kilkenny where we can munch down some lunch. (B),D) F Kilkenny Bike Tour F Jameson Whiskey Distillery

DAY 14ÌBELFAST Today we'll encounter one of Ireland’s greats, the incredible Giant's Causeway before moving on to Belfast. Here we'll uncover a city transforming itself from a troubled past, discovering instead a rough diamond that offers up cool sites & nightlife aplenty. (B) • Visit the Giant's Causeway • Locally guided tour of Belfast F Titanic Museum visit

DAYS 11Ì- 12 ÌGALWAY Cruising out of Cork, we'll pass the ever incredible Cliffs of Moher & go deep on Irish traditions at Blarney Castle. Our destination of Galway will delight us to no end, serving up all things quintessentially Irish – not least some Gaelic chit chat. (B)(B,D) • Visit the Blarney Stone • Visit Blarney Castle • Visit the Cliffs of Moher F Boat ride to the Aran Islands (summer only)

DAY 15ÌDUBLIN Back in Dublin we'll have the chance to dive head first into the city we sampled a ‘wee bit' back. Markets, museums, & plenty of four leaf clover fun will keep us busy in the nation's capital. Guinness stew? Don't mind if we do… (B) F Guinness Storehouse visit F Irish dinner & dancing evening

DAY 13Ì LONDONDERRY Later in Londonderry, we'll wind back the clock & soak up some 17th century Irish history. If the walls of this walled city could talk, they sure would have alot to say. (B,D) • See the 17th Century city walls of Londonderry

DAY 16ÌDUBLIN TO LONDON We ferry across the Irish Sea to Wales & travel back to London where the trip ends upon arrival. (B) END 8PM LONDON

I had the most amazing time! Everything is organised for you with amazing Free Time Add-On experiences and well trained Trip Managers who give you all the best advice on where to go and what to do in your free time. Stephanie Quaglia

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2235

£2280

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£2335

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£2335

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£2340

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£2270

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£2240

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2019

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2019

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2019

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12 19 23 26 26

£2240

£2210

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£2025

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£2025

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Start Dec 20 ★ Dec 27 ◆ Dec 28 ◆ Dec 31

£2130

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£2130

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2020

End Nov 02 Nov 09

2019

Start Oct 18 Oct 25

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWUK | START LONDON & FINISH LONDON Start Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Feb 14

£1815

End Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb

25 01 08 15 29

Start Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 06 Mar 13 Mar 20

End Mar 07 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28 Apr 04

£1815

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. BBUK - Summer 2019 Single room supplement of £570. WWUK - Winter 2019/20 Single room supplement of £505. Trip starts 6:30am in London & ends approx. 8:00pm in London. This trip is a combination trip where travellers who have booked the England & Scotland only section return to London on Day 9 & those who have booked the Ireland only section join on Day 9. Those who have booked the Scotland & Ireland only section join in Edinburgh on Day 4. ● These trips will be in Edinburgh during the Festival & Military Tattoo (tickets not included). ◆ This trip will be in Edinburgh during Hogmanay. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Note: This trip breaks into smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#GBIRELAND

Holyrood Palace & the Royal Mile F Edinburgh Castle experience F Scottish Evening F Hadrian's Wall F Whisky Tastes & Tales

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Isle of Skye

Stonehenge, Bath or the home of the Queen, Windsor Castle sound like you? Bag a bargain & take advantage of our great deals on day trips from London. It's easy: book on arrival at Contiki's Basement, London. Visit contiki.com/day-trips

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

LONDON DAY TRIPS

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

SAILING & CRUISE. SUN, SEA & SAND If the ocean is your calling and days spent exploring Grecian, Turkish or Croatian islands and port towns sounds like your idea of fun, this travel style is for you. Sunkissed skin, salty hair, fresh seafood and new friends - is there anything better in life?

CONTIKI.COM/EUROPE/SAILING-CRUISE

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

150 151

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TRIPS

8 DAYS

SUMMER FROM

GBP PER DAY

CORFU, GREECE

SAILING WITH CONTIKI

C R O AT I A S A I L I N G Let us take you on a journey across the sparkling Adriatic Sea, on board a traditional motor sail boat. With a diligent crew to take care of everything and a group of incredible new friends to make memories with, all you need to concentrate on is having the time of your life.

GREEK SAILING Those quaint little white-washed villages, tiny beachfront restaurants and arcing bays of endless blue look all the better when you’re seeing them for real. Hop on board one of our Sailing trips and experience Greece as it deserves to be seen – on the water. Learn some essential sailing tips from your skipper, or simply lie back on deck and relax.

GREEK ISLAND CRUISING Hop on board a Greek Island Cruising trip with our cruise partners, Celestyal Cruises. This adventure is open to all ages and will see you exploring some of the Aegean’s dreamiest destinations – Mykonos and Santorini included. Plus, our Contiki Rep will always be on hand to answer all your questions.

TURKISH SAILING Turkish Sailing trips give a whole new meaning to serenity. And what better way to explore the azure Turkish waters than on one of our traditional Turkish gulets? With nothing to do but swim, sunbathe, eat, drink and dream the day away, it’s fair to say life doesn’t get much better than this.

SAILING AND CRUISE 1 Croatia sailing

2 Greek sailing 3 Croatia sailing

3 4

4 Greek Island cruising 5 Turkish sailing

5 See contiki.com/sailing to see all our sailing trips.

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ISLAND CRUISING & SANTORINI

THE DETAILS

DAYS

£1760

FROM

£196

PER DAY

COUNTRIES

8 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

8 breakfasts (B) 4 lunches (L) 3 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS

4.2 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

Unlimited drinks package including beer, wine, local spirits & soft drink (cruise only). An experienced OnBoard Cruise Rep. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

F Grotto of Apocalypse, Patmos F Minoan Palace of Knossos, Crete F Oia Sunset, Santorini F Santorini Highlights & Volcano

• Guided tour of the classical Greek archaeological site of Ephesus • Acropolis of Lindos, Rhodes

The one that cruises through Greek island panoramas, topped off with 3 days in Santorini SANTORINI

SANTORINI, GREECE

START 6PM ATHENS

DAY 1ÌATHENS Today we'll join forces in Athens after you've had time to check-in to your hotel & relax or do some exploring. Making the most of our time in the capital, we'll amble through Plaka's maze of streets & visit ancient relics. F A Traditional Athens Affair DAY 2ÌMYKONOS Cruise your way through the Aegean to the paradise island of Mykonos. Hang out on the island famous for its golden beaches, cosmopolitan atmosphere, great shopping & party culture. (B,L,D) DAY 3ÌPATMOS Today we'll make a stop in Turkey – just casually – & shop the wild bazaar of port town Kusadasi. Back on the

water we'll float to Patmos, an idyllic island where time stands still & days are long, balmy & full of seafood. (B,L,D) • See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos

in pink flowers, this island will be everything you've dreamed of & more. (B,L) (B)(B) • See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini

DAY 4ÌRHODES Pristine beaches & medieval towns will greet us on the sun-soaked island of Rhodes. A kaleidoscope of history, culture & epic parties, there will be limitless options for how you spend your time here. (B,L,D)

DAY 8ÌATHENS With a big salute to Santorini & island life, we'll cruise back to the mainland & dock up in Athens. Being our final night together, we'll be sure to toast things in style with dinner on the town. (B)

DAYS 5Ì- 7Ì SANTORINI We make a stop on Greece’s largest island of Crete. Then spend three blissful nights in Santorini, you'll likely feel we saved the best for last. From the dreamy sunsets to the iconic blue & white domes dripping

ATHENS

DAY 9ÌATHENS This morning we'll wrap thing up after breakfast & check out. Our island time may have come to an end but our love affair with all things Greek never will. (B)

TURKEY

2 GREECE

1 Mykonos

Kusadasi

Patmos

SANTORINI

1 Rhodes

Places visited 1

Crete

Nightstops Start/end city

END 10AM ATHENS HOTEL

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1760

Start Jun 09 Jun 16

£1810

End Jun 17 Jun 24

Start Jul 28 Aug 11

£1845

End Start Aug 05 Aug 25 Aug 19 Sep 01

£1845

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £270 PORT TAXES End Sep 02 Sep 09

2019

End Jun 10

2019

Start Jun 02

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBSM | START ATHENS & FINISH ATHENS

Start Sep 08 Sep 29

End Sep 16 Oct 07

£1810

* Cruise Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Or take a single supplement option: add £545 to twin-share price for a single room/inside cabin. Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on the twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens centre. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip, it must be a multi-entry visa. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#CRUISINGSANTORINI

3 nights on board a cruise ship, 5 nights twin or tripleshare hotel accommodation

15 INCLUDED MEALS

SAILING & CRUISE

THE NUMBERS

FROM

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/CROATIAN-HOPPER

SAILING & CRUISE

CROATIAN ISLAND HOPPER 8

DAYS

£1099

COUNTRY

7 NIGHTS ON A SAILING BOAT

14 INCLUDED MEALS

7 nights twin-share accommodation on a traditional sailing cruise boat

#CROATIANHOPPER

FROM

ESSENTIALS

7 breakfasts (B) 5 lunches (L) 2 dinners (D) plus daily bottled drinking water supplement

An experienced Captain, Crew & Trip Manager. Orientations of all destinations. Port & visitor’s taxes

NORTH SEE EVEN MORE

FROM

£138

PER DAY

3.9 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Stay on our ‘A Class’ boat – exclusive to Contiki • Comfortable boat with decking for sunbathing • Dinner on 2 nights, giving you flexibility to explore your way in the ports on other nights

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

Want to explore a little deeper into this region? Check out the Adriatic Unearthed (start Split) trip on p.125

F Captain’s Dinner, Bol F Farewell Dinner, Split

The one that will have you sailing the seas of Croatia, from Dubrovnik to Split DAY 3 HVAR A collection of super yachts & a hotspot for the rich & famous, Hvar will have us hooked from the get go. Laze about soaking up rays & taking dips or explore the Venetian Fortress & Arsenal if you're craving culture. (B) F BBQ Lunch

DUBROVNIK, CROATIA

DAY 4 WILD BAY With turquoise waters, our time in Wild Bay won't be nearly as wayward as the name suggests. We'll sit pretty in this postcard setting enjoying salt water by day & floating under starry skies by night. (B,L,D)

START 11AM DUBROVNIK

DAY 1 DUBROVNIK Dubrovnik will welcome us warmly today with our boat & lunch waiting to kick things off. Make the most of this seaside UNESCO World Heritage Site & its club scene – tomorrow we'll be hitting the seas. (L,D)

END

SPLIT

BOL

WILD BAY

MAKARSKA

1 1

CROATIA

HVAR

ADRIATIC SEA

START

KORCULA

DUBROVNIK 1

Nightstops

DAY 2 KORČULA Korčula may sit incredibly close to the mainland of Croatia but it's an island all of its own, which means we'll be slipping into island vibes accordingly. Hidden bars, peachy sunsets & cobbled streets by the beach; our appreciation for this country will be skyrocketing. (B,L)

DAY 5 BOL Pebbled coves & a pretty monastery wait for us on island of Brac. We'll keep it floaty & salty by day but in the evening there's a recipe for adventure – & a really tasty dinner to boot. (B) • Visit Zlatni Rat beach F Captain's dinner DAY 6 MAKARSKA Cruising out of Bol, we'll enjoy the journey as much as the destination with multiple swim stops taken en-route. On arrival in Makarska, we'll be blessed by the beautiful Biokovo mountains & more Croatian island bliss than you'd have thought possible. (B,L)

DUBROVNIK

DAY 7 SPLIT With one night left of the Mediterranean high life, we'll move on to Split & soak up the Roman heritage of this southern Croatian port. If you're not in the mood for historic monuments, there will be plenty of bar-hopping opportunities too. (B,L) • See Diocletian's Palace in Split DAY 8 SPLIT This morning we'll wake in Croatia's second largest city ready for a teary goodbye over breakfast. The good times & boat life will have come to an end it's time to move on & plan our next adventures. (B) END 8AM SPLIT

HVAR, @nicholas_james91

ADRIATIC SEA

HOW MUCH & WHEN

End Jun 29

Start Jul 06 Jul 20 Aug 03

End Jul 13 Jul 27 Aug 10

2019

Start Jun 22

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBDI | START DUBROVNIK & FINISH SPLIT Start Aug 17 Aug 31

£1159 A

£1250 A

£1185 A

£1099 B

£1190 B

£1140 B

TOTAL PRICE INCLUDES £100 PORT TAXES

A = ON OR ABOVE DECK B = BELOW DECK

End Aug 24 Sep 07

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single on or above deck cabin supplement add £805. Single below deck cabin supplement add £765. Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a roof porthole & door that opens to the inside. We use a selection of exclusive ‘A class’ boats. North trip – Trip starts 11:00am in Dubrovnik & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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CROATIAN ISLAND HOPPER

THE DETAILS

DAYS

£1099

COUNTRY

7 NIGHTS ON A SAILING BOAT

7 breakfasts (B) 4 lunches (L) 3 dinners (D) plus daily bottled drinking water supplement

ESSENTIALS An experienced Captain, Crew & Trip Manager. Orientations of all destinations. Port & visitor’s taxes

£138

PER DAY

3.9 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Captain’s Dinner, Bol F Sea Kayaking trip, Dubrovnik

The one that will have you sailing the seas of Croatia, from Split to Dubrovnik KORCULA, @karenbentwitch

HVAR, @_sarahlatham

Brac. This pristine nest offers us ancient carved caves, a fairytale monastery & many quaint pebbled bays to explore. (B) • Visit Zlatni Rat beach F Captain's Dinner START 11AM SPLIT

START

SPLIT BOL WILD BAY

CROATIA

MAKARSKA

1 1

HVAR END

ADRIATIC SEA

KORCULA

DUBROVNIK 1

Nightstops

DAY 1 SPLIT TO MAKARSKA Uniting on the mainland, we'll say a quick hello to Split before boarding our exclusive sailing boat. Floating along the Croatian coastline we'll find our first stop of Makarska. This mountainous mainland village offers us the chance to stroll throughfruit & flower markets, lounge on long pebble beaches & indulge in mounds of fresh seafood along the waterfront. (L,D) • See Mt. Biokovo DAY 2 BOL For our first island stop we'll be anchoring down by the purple umbrella lined beaches of

DAY 3 WILD BAY Wild by name, tranquil by nature – our next stop will lull us further into heaven. Waste hours swimming in turquoise bays before we spend another night drifting under the stars. (B,L,D) DAY 4 HVAR Mixing things up a little, we'll cruise to the famed super yacht docking spot of Hvar. Here you can switch between sipping cocktails at a beach club & venturing to ancient monuments, ensuring there's never a dull moment island side. (B) • See the Arsenal & the Venetian Fortress F BBQ Lunch

DAY 5 KORČULA Venetian architecture & creamy sunsets will await us in the walled fishing village of Korčula. We'll be guided through the town hearing the secrets of days gone by, way back when Marco Polo called it home. (B,L) DAYS 6 - 7 DUBROVNIK Our final dock will take place in Dubrovnik, an ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site city. Waterfront rock bars & pounding nightclubs will wrap up day light hours of cable car rides & beach swims. (B,L)(B,D) F City Walls Kayaking Trip F Dubrovnik City Walking Tour DAY 8 DUBROVNIK The heartbreak of this trip ending will be eased only by the knowledge that there are more European islands left to conquer. (B) END 8AM DUBROVNIK

HOW MUCH & WHEN

End Jun 22

Start Jun 29 Jul 13

End Start Jul 6 Jul 27 Jul 20

End Aug 3

2019

Start Jun 15

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBSI | START SPLIT & FINISH DUBROVNIK

TOTAL PRICE INCLUDES £100 PORT TAXES

Start Aug 10 Aug 24

£1159 A

£1250 A

£1185 A

£1099 B

£1190 B

£1140 B

A = ON OR ABOVE DECK B = BELOW DECK

End Aug 17 Aug 31

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single on or above deck cabin supplement add £805. Single below deck cabin supplement add £765. Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a roof porthole & door that opens to the inside. We use a selection of exclusive ‘A class’ boats Trip starts 11:00am in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Dubrovnik. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#CROATIANHOPPER

7 nights twin-share accommodation on a traditional sailing boat

14 INCLUDED MEALS

FROM

SAILING & CRUISE

THE NUMBERS

FROM

SOUTH

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/CROATIAN-CRUISING

THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

#CROATIANESCAPE

SAILING & CRUISE

CROATIA ISLAND ESCAPE 8

FROM

DAYS

CROATIA ISLAND ESCAPE PLUS

£789

COUNTRY

7 NIGHTS ON SAILING BOAT 7 nights twin-share accommodation on a traditional sailing cruise boat

14 INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B) 5 lunches (L) 2 dinners (D) plus daily bottled drinking water supplement

FROM

£99

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Captain, Crew & Trip Manager. Orientations of all destinations. Port & visitor’s taxes. See p.193 for more

4.4 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Choice of two different boat categories • Comfortable boat with decks for sunbathing

F City Walking Tour, Dubrovnik F Captain’s Dinner, Trstenik F Sea kayaking trip

DUBROVNIK, CROATIA

TRSTENIK, CROATIA @mikaela_heilman

DUBROVNIK, CROATIA @cedric_ramirez

ADRIATIC SEA, CROATIA @__hollyjohnson

HVAR, CROATIA @sophiebutson

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The one that sees you cruise the Dalmatian Coast & discover Hvar, Split & Dubrovnik aboard a sail boat

If you're not flying direct to Croatia, many low cost airlines fly direct to Split from London. Visit skyscanner.net & book early to get the best deals.

DAY 1 SPLIT TO HVAR This morning we'll meet in Split, boarding our boat with truck loads of enthusiasm. ‘After our first stint at sea we’ll arrive in glamorous playground of Hvar, where big shiny boats meet grand historic architecture. We can take in the pristine view from the hilltop, it’s a tough day in paradise. (L,D) • See the Venetian Fortress & Arsenal

HVAR

MAKARSKA

HVAR

CROATIA

TRSTENIK 1

1 ADRIATIC SEA

KORCULA

DAYS 3 - 4 DUBROVNIK Floating on from Korčula, we'll dock in the kaleidoscope of mega clubs & monuments that is Dubrovnik. We'll kick it here for two nights, allowing enough time to explore the UNESCO world heritage hotspot in all its seaside glory. (B,L)(B,D) F Sea kayaking trip F Dubrovnik walking tour

Absolutely loved this trip! Rhi, our Trip Manager was a professional from the get go, looking after all things big & small so all we had to do was sit back & enjoy ourselves! Hands down 15/10 for me!!!

DUBROVNIK

Luke Davis

DAY 5 TRSTENIK Sailing on this morning, we'll

HOW MUCH & WHEN Start Jun 15 Jun 19

End Jun 22 Jun 26

Start Jun 22 Jun 26 Jun 29

End Jun 29 Jul 03 Jul 06

TOTAL PRICE INCLUDES £100 PORT TAXES

Start Jul 03 Jul 06 Jul 10 Jul 13 Jul 17 Jul 20

End Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

10 13 17 20 24 27

Start Jul 24 Jul 27 Jul 31 Aug 03 Aug 07

End Jul 31 Aug 03 Aug 07 Aug 10 Aug 14

Start Aug 10 Aug 14

Start Aug 17 Aug 21

£950 A

£1065 A

£1190 A

£1255 A

£1190 A

£1075 A

£895 B

£1010 B

£1130 B

£1185 B

£1130 B

£1075 A

£1025 B

07 14 21 28

Start Jun 22

End Jun 29

2019

End Jun 08 Jun 15 Jun 22

2019

Start Jun 01 Jun 08 Jun 15

DAY 8 SPLIT Tissues at the ready. Today will mark the end of our week of sea festivities. We'll chow a final breakfast together before we officially wrap things up – it's time to move on & start planning our next Contiki. (B) END 8AM SPLIT

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single on or above deck cabin supplement add £535. Single below deck cabin supplement add £480. Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a roof port hole & door that opens to the inside. We use a selection of exclusive ‘A class’ boats Trip starts 11:00am in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. For more ways to save see p.31. For travel insurance see p.193.

Start Jun 29 Jul 06 Jul 13 Jul 20

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

CROATIA ISLAND ESCAPE PLUS

Start 06 Jul 27 13 20 27

End Aug 03

Start Aug 03

TOTAL PRICE INCLUDES £100 PORT TAXES End Aug 10

Start Aug 10

End Aug 17

2019

£1190 A

End Sep Sep Sep Sep

2019

Start Aug 31 Sep 07 Sep 14 Sep 21

2019

End Aug 31

DAY 7 SPLIT With one night left of the Mediterranean high life, we'll sail back to our starting point of Split. Now contented by our time at sea, we can relax & soak up the Roman heritage of this atmospheric city. (B,L) • See Diocletian's Palace in Split F Farewell Dinner

End Aug 24 Aug 28

£789 B Start Aug 24

DAY 6 MAKARSKA After the peace and tranquility of Trstenik, it’s time to head back to the mainland for more action. After a spot of swimming we’ll arrive in Makarska where we’ll be blessed by the beautiful Biokovo mountains and a long stretch of beach ready to be enjoyed (B),L)

A = ON OR ABOVE DECK B = BELOW DECK End Aug 17 Aug 21

£865 A

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBPI | START SPLIT & FINISH SPLIT

2019

CROATIA ISLAND ESCAPE

2019

05 08 12 19

2019

End Jun Jun Jun Jun

2019

Start May29 Jun 01 Jun 05 Jun 12

2019

End May25 May29 Jun 01

2019

Start May18 May22 May25

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBCI | START SPLIT & FINISH SPLIT

2019

SPLIT

Nightstops

DAY 2 KORČULA Korčula may sit incredibly close to the mainland of Croatia but it's an island all of its own, which means we'll be slipping onto island vibes accordingly. Hidden bars, peachy sunsets & cobbled streets by the beach, our appreciation for this country will be skyrocketing. (B) • Visit the fortiﬁed Old Town F BBQ Lunch

pass the citrus plantations & olive groves of the Elaphite islands. Tonight we'll pull into the idyllic village of Trstenik, where rugged green cliffs meet turquoise waters & offer another Croatian utopia. (B,L) F Captain's dinner

Start Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 07

A = ON OR ABOVE DECK B = BELOW DECK

End Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 7 Sep 14

Start Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28

£1189 A

£1345 A

£1395 A

£1390 A

£1280 A

£1215 A

£1115 B

£1265 B

£1320 B

£1325 B

£1200 B

£1145 B

End Sep 21 Sep 28 Oct 05

These dates are for the Croatia Island Escape Plus. Stay on our exclusive air-conditioned boats. * Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single on or above deck cabin supplement add £760. Single below deck cabin supplement add £710. Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a roof port hole & door that opens to the inside. We use a selection of exclusive ‘A+ class’ boats Trip starts 11:00am in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. For more ways to save see p.31. For travel insurance see p.193.

#CROATIANESCAPE

START 11AM SPLIT

SAILING & CRUISE

GETING THERE

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/GREEK-SAILING

SAILING & CRUISE

GREEK SAILING 8

£1005

COUNTRY

7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 6 nights on a sailing yacht, 1 night hotel

#GREEKSAILING

FROM

DAYS

NEW & IMPROVED

7 INCLUDED MEALS

£126

A dedicated on-board Skipper. Port & visitor’s taxes. Hotel/Port transfers

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

7 breakfasts (B)

GOT MORE TIME?

FROM

Want to see even more of Europe? Add on Road to Athens p.44 and save up to 5% on selected departures.

4.6 RATING

FREE TIME

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

Heaps of free time for DIY adventure

• On-board snorkels, goggles & stand up paddle board

The one that dives deep into Greece's turquoise waters as you sail between remote beaches DAY 3ÌPLAKA Taking an early morning sail out of Hydra, we’ll have a day of tranquil bays & laid-back villages along the Peloponnese Coast we’ll find our night dock of Plaka. (B)

AEGEAN SEA

DAY 4ÌSPETSES Today we’ll be swept away by Zogeria Bay, with its boutique shops, charming streets & slow-paced Greek life. We’ll take numerous swims & much needed iced coffee breaks before moving along to our night haunt of Spetses. (B) DAY 5ÌPOROS Today we’ll move to the ‘must stop’ islet of Kounoupi, also stopping at Dhokos, home to the world’s oldest shipwreck. Later we’ll float on for pinelined Poros, where we’ll enjoy the scent of olives & lemons from the shade of umbrellas. (B)

START 1PM ATHENS

DAY 1ÌATHENS TO PERDIKA This afternoon we’ll gather round in the Greek capital ready to set sail & conquer the Mediterranean. Our yacht’s first stop will be the unspoiled fishing village of Perdika, where we’ll be introduced to the slow life & succulent seafood.

Athens

Aegina Perdika

DAY 7ÌKALAMAKI, ATHENS Positively sun-soaked & salt-drenched, we’ll set sail back to the mainland where our Athens hotel awaits us. But not before a final swim stop in Kalamaki, en-route to Athens. Hotel (B) DAY 8ÌATHENS Back on Athenian shores where the adventure commenced 8 days ago, we’ll say our farewells & wrap up the trip. Dry those salty tears and make sure you swap deets to plan your next island escape soon... (B) END 10AM ATHENS

PLAKA

Poros

DAY 2ÌHYDRA Sailing will lead us from Perdika to Hydra, noting many an island paradise en route. On arrival in Hydra we’ll find a vehicle-free nirvana, where getting around on donkey is quite the norm. (B)

GREECE

Spetses

DAY 6ÌAEGINA Our last full day will be used to its full potential, swimming at uninhabited Moni island before dropping anchor in Aegina. Here we’ll watch our final sunset & have the chance to kick on for some moonlight good times if so inclined to. (B)

Hydra

Plaka

Places visited Start/end city

GETTING THERE

There are low cost airlines that fly to Athens from London. Flights can get busy so book in advance for the best deals. Or, book your international flights right through to Athens.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1005

£1035

Start 08 Jun 29 15 22 29

£1035

End Jul 06

Start Jul 06 Jul 13

£1165

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £40 FOOD FUND AND £30 PORT TAXES & GRATUITIES End Jul 13 Jul 20

Start Jul 20

£1135

End Jul 27

Start Jul 27 Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

End Start Aug 03 Aug 24 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24

£1130

End Aug 31

2019

End Jun Jun Jun Jun

2019

Start Jun 01 Jun 08 Jun 15 Jun 22

2019

End Jun 01

2019

Start May25

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCGS | START ATHENS & FINISH ATHENS

Start Aug 31 Sep 07

End Sep 07 Sep 14

£1090

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £935. Note: Cabins consist of a mixture of bunk & double beds however most people choose to sleep under the stars up on deck. Trip starts 1:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. You will need to bring your own towel (linen is provided). Luggage is limited to a small backpack. Itinerary is subject to change, for operational reasons or weather conditions. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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TURKISH SAILING 1

DAYS

THE DETAILS

FROM

£435

£55

PER DAY

COUNTRY

7 NIGHTS ON A BOAT

20 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

7 breakfasts (B) 6 lunches (L) 7 dinners (D) plus 6 afternoon teas

4.3 RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Captain & Crew. Port & visitor’s taxes. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• Stay & play on a comfortable Turkish gulet with large decks & outdoor areas for relaxing

F Dalyan mud bath experience & day trip F Turkish Hammam Bath, Bodrum

The one that serves up ultimate relaxation as you sail the Turkish coast GETTING THERE

GOLF OF GOKOVA, @sarahmelvi

Getting to & from Bodrum is easy. If you're not flying direct to Turkey, many low cost airlines fly direct to Bodrum from London. Visit skyscanner. net & book early to get the best deals. Once in Bodrum make your way to the Barbaros Yachting stand next to the Tepecik Mosque/cafe to meet your crew. START 3:30PM BODRUM

DAY 1ÌBODRUM Today we'll board our traditional Turkish gulet in the seaside town of Bodrum, getting acquainted over dinner & the nitty-gritty learnings of life on board our wooden sailing boat. Later you can take to the town & make the most of being docked in lively Bodrum. (D) DAY 2ÌCOKERTME Into the pristine Gulf of Gokova we'll stumble upon the idyllic Orak Island. Here you can don your swimsuit & get salty before we head to Cokertme – no doubt lounging on our boat's daybeds en route. (B,L,D) DAY 3Ì SEVEN ISLANDS After indulging in the crystal clear waters of Çamlı Koy (Pine Bay), it will be on to the postcard-perfect Seven Islands. Here you’ll be free to roam the forests & swim with sea critters, stopping only for lunch aboard our boat. Tonight we’ll stay in Küfre where we’ll grab some dinner & take a hike to watch a spectacular sunset. (B,L,D)

TURKEY

BODRUM 2

Pabucburnu KISEBUKU Yaliciftlik

Orak Island

Cleopatra Island

Mazi

COKERTME GULF OF GOKOVA

Ballisu

ENGLISH 1 1 HARBOUR LÖNGÖZ

DAY 4Ì ENGLISH HARBOUR English Harbour is calling and we’ll be unable to tear ourselves away. We’ll spend most of the day swimming & lapping up its beauty. or you can opt in for a day trip

SEVEN ISLANDS

Places visited Nightstops Start/end city

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Start Aug 31

£660

Start Sep 07

£570

£500 End Sep 14

Start Sep 14

£560

£510 End Sep 21

DAY 5Ì LÖNGÖZ Sailing out of English Harbour early this morning we’ll arrive amidst the seashell shorelines & ancient mythologies of Cleopatra Island. After soaking up the pristine seas that supposedly once cooled the actual Cleopatra, we’ll head for Ballisu for more swimming and anchor at Löngöz for an evening barbeque and a night sleeping under the Turkish stars. (B,L,D) • See the sights of Longoz Bay DAY 6Ì KISEBUKU With wild pirate antics set for the night ahead of us, we’ll take things easy by day in Mazi amongst the orange groves. In this small fisherman’s village, we’ll mooch around the local markets and drift in & out of the sea for swims. (B,L,D) DAY 7ÌBODRUM Today we'll sail to the village of Yaliciftlik where traditional Turkish carpets & foods are produced. After absorbing the artisan side of the country we'll sail back to Bodrum for our last night together, enjoying party time or a Hammam spa to unwind. (B,L,D) F Turkish Hammam Bath, Bodrum DAY 8ÌBODRUM Shortly after breakfast we'll be wrapping up the trip, hugging our sail pals and bidding our dear gulet farewell. (B) END 10:30AM BODRUM

GOT MORE TIME Want to see even more of Turkey? Add on Turkish Delight p.134 and save up to 5% with our multi trip discount.

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £70 PORT TAXES End Jun 08

Start Jun 08 Jun 15

£595

End Jun 15 Jun 22

Start Jun 22

£610

End Jun 29

2019

Start Jun 01

2019

End May25 Jun 01

2019

Start May18 May25

2019

End May18

£475 End Sep 07

2019

£435

Start May11

2019

End May04 May11

2019

Start Apr 27 May04

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBTS | START BODRUM & FINISH BODRUM

to Dalyan. Tonight there’s a chance to check out the nightlife of Marmaris. (B,L,D) • Dalyan mud bath experience & day trip

Start Jun 29 Jul 06 Jul 13 Jul 20

£685

End Jul Jul Jul Jul

06 13 20 27

Start Jul 27 Aug 03 Aug 10 Aug 17

£685

End Start Aug 03 Aug 24 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24

End Aug 31

£685

* Prices above are per person based on two-person berths. If you’re travelling solo we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single cabin supplement add £405. Note: Cabins consists of a mix of Bunks & Double beds however most people choose to sleep under the stars up on deck. All cabins have private en suite bathrooms. We use a selection of ‘standard’ boats. Trip starts 3:30pm in Bodrum & ends approx. 10:30am in Bodrum. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#TURKISHSAILING

7 nights two person berth accommodation on board a traditional Turkish gulet boat

SAILING & CRUISE

THE NUMBERS

NEW & IMPROVED

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CAMPING. FROM

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SUMMER FROM

21 46 78 DAYS

GBP PER DAY

S L E E P U N D E R T H E S TA R S Make like the Contiki OGs of ‘62, with our Camping travel style. Sleep under the stars in some of Europe’s best campsites, bunk down in roomy 2 man tents with inflatable mattresses and make every penny of your budget stretch even further.

LAUTERBRUNNEN, SWITZERLAND

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THE SOUTHERN TRAIL

See p.193 for more info on our essentials NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Cabaret Show, Paris F Flamenco, Tapas & Drinks, Barcelona F Captain’s Cruise, Corfu

DAY 16Ì OVERNIGHT FERRY Adriatic Ferry (B) F Guided Tour of Pompeii

ENGLAND

START

Places visited

London Dover Calais

Optional start city

PARIS

Versailles

FRANCE

Burgundy Region

BEAUJOLAIS 1 REGION

VENICE

DAY 20ÌATHENS (B,D)

Arles

THE 2 RIVIERA

Pyrenees Mountains

DAY 21ÌATHENS (B) • Athens sightseeing tour with a Local Guide

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCCL | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH ATHENS Start Apr 23

2 Vatican City

BARCELONA

End May13

£1885

Start May07

End May27

£1935

Start May21 Jun 04 Jun 11

End Jun 10 Jun 24 Jul 01

£1969

F River Cruise with Dinner, Budapest F Guided Bike Tour, Munich F Jungfrau Mountain & Adventure Park, Swiss Alps

DAYS

START 6PM ATHENS

DAY 1 ÌArrive Athens (D) DAY 2ÌKAVALA (B,D) • Drive past Spartan Thermopylae & Byzantine Thessaloniki DAY 3ÌGALLIPOLI (B,D) • Visit Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Anzac Cove DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌISTANBUL Hotel (B,D)(B) • Visit Troy's Wooden Horse with a Local Guide F Belly dancing show & dinner DAY 6ÌSOFIA Hotel (B,D) DAY 7ÌSTRUGA (B,D)

Start Jun 25 Jul 02 Jul 09

SORRENTO

Bari

Isle of Capri

GREECE

Corinth Canal

END

ATHENS

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £240 FOOD FUND End Start Jul 15 Jul 23 Jul 22 Aug 04 Jul 29 Aug 18

£2025

End Aug 12 Aug 24 Sep 07

£2025

Start Aug 23

End Sep 12

£1979

CONTIKI.COM/NORTHERN-TREK

FROM COUNTRIES

£2085

DAY 8ÌTIRANA Hotel (B,D)

£2085

End Jun 07

Start May27

£2125

£81

PER DAY

St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House Places visited

END

DAYS 9Ì- 11Ì DUBROVNIK (B,D)(B,D)(B) F Dubrovnik Cruise DAY 12ÌSELINE (B,D) • See Diocletian's Palace in Split DAYS 13Ì- 14Ì BUDAPEST (B,D)(B) • Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman's Bastion DAYS 15Ì- 16 VIENNA (B)(B,D) • See Bratislava's medieval castle • Visit Vienna's Prater fun park • See Schönbrunn Palace,

ENGLAND DAYS 17Ì- 18Ì PRAGUE (B,D)(B) London • Visit medieval Český Krumlov Dover Calais • See Hradčany Castle, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square

DAYS 19Ì- 20ÌMUNICH (B)(B,D) • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz

End Jun 21

Start Jun 10

£2145

End Jul 05

DAY 23ÌHEIDELBERG (B,D) • See Heidelberg's medieval castle

Start Jun 24 Jul 01

£2255

End Jul 19 Jul 26

Edam

NETHERLANDS

Nightstops

AMSTERDAM GERMANY

Rhine Valley St Goar

BELGIUM

Optional end city PRAGUE 2 CZECH REP

HEIDELBERG 1

Český Krumlov

Dachau

2 FRANCE

SWITZ

MUNICH

SLOVAKIA

VIENNA

Bratislava Liechtenstein

AUSTRIA

BUDAPEST

HUNGARY

Lucerne

SWISS ALPS

CROATIA

SELINE 1

DAYS 24Ì- 25Ì AMSTERDAM (B)(B) • Visit the riverside town of St. Goar

DAYS 21Ì- 22Ì SWISS ALPS (B,D)(B,D) • See Lucerne's wooden Chapel Bridge

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCCR | START ATHENS & FINISH AMSTERDAM OR LONDON Start May13

FROM

HOW MUCH & WHEN 2019

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

Pompeii

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share tents. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £465. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 12:30pm in Athens. This trip is part of a wider adventure. When you start your trip you may have a little internal giggle that some travellers have seemingly overpacked. In fact, these guys are part of a trip that extends longer than yours, so when you head home they’ll be continuing the Contiki journey. Why not join them & book The Original camping trip? For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Visit the Wooden Horse of Troy with our Local Guide • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & Anzac Cove

ADRIATIC SEA

ROME

SPAIN

CORFU

BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA

Split

DUBROVNIK 3

SOFIA BULGARIA

MONTENEGRO

Skopje

ADRIATIC SEA

ALBANIA MACEDONIA

TIRANA 1

ISTANBUL

STRUGA

BLACK SEA

KAVALA

GALLIPOLI 1 Troy

DAY 26ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON (B)

GREECE START

AEGEAN SEA Thermopylae

ATHENS 1

END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON.

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £310ÌFOOD FUND

2019

ESSENTIALS

ITALY

END 12:30PM ATHENS

2019

25 breakfasts (B) 17 dinners (D)

Monaco

HOW MUCH & WHEN

2019

42 INCLUDED MEALS

FLORENCE

2019

21 nights in twin-share Tents (including air mattresses), 4 nights hotel

#NORTHERNTREK

25 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

Verona

Pisa

THE NORTHERN TREK THE DETAILS

Nightstops

ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme

DAYS 17Ì- 19ÌCORFU (B)(B,D)(B) F Ionian Dinner Experience

DAYS 11Ì- 12Ì FLORENCE (B,D)(B) • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa DAYS 13Ì- 14ÌROME (B)(B,D) • See the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain & Piazza Navona • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City

DAYS 5Ì- 6 BARCELONA Hostel (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família

2019

‘Paris by Night’ tour Visit a Monte Carlo casino Day trip to the Isle of Capri Locally guided tour of Athens

DAYS 9Ì- 10ÌVENICE (B,D)(B,D) F Secrets of Venice Walking Tour

DAY 15ÌSORRENTO (B)

PER DAY

#SOUTHERNTRAIL

• • • •

DAY 4Ì BEAUJOLAIS REGION (B,D)

DAYS 7Ì- 8Ì THE RIVIERA (B,D)(B,D)

Start Jul 15 Jul 22 Jul 29

£2185

End Start Aug 09 Aug 12 Aug 16 Aug 23

£2185

End Sep 06

2019

ESSENTIALS

DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌPARIS (B)(B,D) • See the Palace of Versailles (entry not included) F Parisian Cabaret Show

£90

2019

20 breakfasts (B) 12 dinners (D)

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS (D)

£1885

COUNTRIES

2019

32 INCLUDED MEALS

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

FROM

2019

17 nights in twin-share Tents (including air mattresses), 2 nights in Hostels, 1 night on-board a ferry

DAYS

2019

20 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

FROM

CAMPING

THE DETAILS

CONTIKI.COM/SOUTHERN-TRAIL

Start Aug 24 Sep 07 ● Sep 12 ●

End Sep 18 Oct 02 Oct 07

£2145

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share tents. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £475. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.31. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 46 day The Original trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

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CAMPING

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DAYS

COUNTRIES

45 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 1 night on-board a ferry, 4 nights hotels, 2 nights hostels, 38 nights in twinshare tents (including air mattresses)

74 INCLUDED MEALS 45 breakfasts (B) 29 dinners (D)

FROM

£3575

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager, Driver & Cook team plus exclusive On-Site Team at Contiki Villages. Air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

FROM

£78

PER DAY

4.7 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Locally Guided tour of Athens

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Gondola ride, Venice F Flamenco, Tapas & Drinks, Barcelona F Cruise, Dubrovnik F Turkish Dinner with Belly Dancing, Istanbul

PARIS, FRANCE

ISTANBUL, TURKEY @abigail_mynott

ROME, ITALY @sophiebutson

PARIS, FRANCE @adventure_sush

ROME, ITALY @contiki

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162 163

NETHERLANDS START

END

ENGLAND

GERMANY

LONDON AMSTERDAM

Optional start city Optional end city

Rhine Valley

PRAGUE

St Goar

Optional start/end city

2 Valley of the Somme

HEIDELBERG PARIS

Versailles

SWISS ALPS 1

SWITZ

Liechtenstein AUSTRIA Lucerne Verona

2 Pisa

Monaco

SPAIN

HUNGARY CROATIA

FLORENCE

SELINE

Split

DUBROVNIK

SOFIA

MONTENEGRO

ROME ADRIATIC SEA 2 Mt Vesuvius Vatican City Pompeii TIRANA 1

BARCELONA

SORRENTO

STRUGA KAVALA ISTANBUL 1

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS This morning we'll join forces in London & hit the highway to Paris. Wasting no time getting into the adventure, we'll take in the Eiffel Tower & Notre Dame before the day is done. (D) • See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre & Notre Dame Cathedral

CORFU 3

GREECE

DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌPARIS The city of lights & love will serve as the perfect introduction into Europe. You'll be free to eat way too many croissants at cozy cafes, & spend hours roaming the picturesque streets. (B)(B,D) • See the Palace of Versailles (entry not included) F Parisian Cabaret Show DAY 4Ì BEAUJOLAIS REGION Following the grapevines, we'll cruise out of Paris & find ourselves in the wine producing region of Beaujolais. Sun-kissed vineyards & a bit of vin sampling will mark our time here. (B,D) DAYS 5Ì- 6Ì BARCELONA Coasting along through the Pyrénées Mountains, we'll arrive in Barcelona. Where we'll spend 2 nights getting well acquainted

well as the Vatican City. Iconic monuments, Vespas & a culture of passion; it will be a dazzling 2 nights in Rome. (B)(B,D) • See St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City

DAYS 7Ì- 8Ì THE RIVIERA Get your glamour on, The Riviera is on the agenda. We'll get amongst the high life by throwing dice at the Monte Carlo Casino & inhaling spritzy flower water at a perfumery. (B,D)(B,D) • Visit a French perfumery & the Monte Carlo casino

DAY 22ÌKAVALA Our last night in Greece will take place in the nest of Kavala, a port town near the borders of Macedonia & Turkey. We'll absorb as much traditional Greek goodness as possible ready for our border hop by morning. (B,D) • Drive past Spartan Thermopylae & Byzantine Thessaloniki DAY 23ÌGALLIPOLI Ferrying across the Dardanelles, we'll land on the shores of Turkey. Here we will visit the historic battlefields of Gallipoli & Anzac Cove. (B,D) • Visit Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Anzac Cove

DAYS 17Ì- 19ÌCORFU Don your swimsuit - these 3 nights will be all about the summer vibes. We'll lap up watersports, aperitifs, & enough feta to sink a little Greek sailing boat. (B)(B,D)(B) F Ionian Dinner Experience F Caique Cruise

DAYS 24Ì- 25Ì ISTANBUL After passing the real life Troy, we'll head to Istanbul where Asia & Europe literally meet. We'll take in a mosque of tiny tiles, wild bazaars & Turkish delights. Hotel (B,D)(B) • Visit Troy’s Wooden Horse with a Local Guide F Belly dancing show & dinner

DAYS 20Ì- 21ÌATHENS Having devoured all things Corfu, we'll hit the seas & move on to Athens where we will dance through history, lapping up sights including the Parthenon & the first Olympic

DAYS 13Ì- 14ÌROME Now besotted by the boot, we'll make our way to its capital as

TURKEY

ATHENS

Stadium, plus an option to visit the Acropolis. (B,D)(B,D)

DAY 16Ì OVERNIGHT FERRY After an optional escapade through the ancient ruins of Pompeii, we'll board a ferry & set sail for Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B) F Guided Tour of Pompeii

DAYS 11Ì- 12Ì FLORENCE Moving on through sun drenched Tuscan hills, we'll pull up in the city of Florence. Here we will amble through secret streets armed with our own Local Guide. (B,D)(B) • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa F Tuscan Dinner

1 Troy

Thermopylae

Corinth Canal

DAY 15ÌSORRENTO Making our way to the home of pizza, Naples, we'll hit the sea & boat our way to Capri. After soaking up the country's most adored island, we'll hit the cliff vistas of Sorrento for our final Italian sunset. (B)

DAYS 9Ì- 10ÌVENICE Romancing our way into Italy, we'll stop in the Romeo & Juliet town of Verona, before drifting on to iconic Venice. With its canals, palazzi & mysterious charm, this city will entertain us for 2 nights. (B,D)(B,D) F Secrets of Venice Walking Tour F Gondola Ride

GALLIPOLI

with this Spanish hot spot. Hostel (B,D)(B) • See Gaudí's Sagrada Família

BULGARIA

DAYS 39Ì- 40Ì MUNICH Today will be a rollercoaster of emotions as we move from a somber visit to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, to a lively entry into the home of Oktoberfest. (B)(B,D) • Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial • See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz

MACEDONIA

ALBANIA

Bari

Isle of Capri

START 7:15AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

DAY 28ÌTIRANA Colourful buildings, cool cafes & a post-communism mood of re-birth will be waiting for us in the delightful capital of Albania. Hotel (B,D)

BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA

1 ITALY

THE RIVIERA

BUDAPEST

VENICE

Arles

SLOVAKIA

Bratislava

MUNICH VIENNA

BEAUJOLAIS REGION

Pyrenees Mountains

Český Krumlov

Dachau

FRANCE

Burgundy Region

DAY 27ÌSTRUGA Today we'll land in the untapped country of Macedonia. After a cruise through its cool capital, Skopje, we'll settle into the Lake Ohrid town of Struga. (B,D) • Visit the Macedonian capital of Skopje

CZECH REP

DAYS 37Ì- 38ÌPRAGUE We'll spend 2 nights here in Prague snaking through cobbled streets, visiting castles & eating sweet dumplings with whipped cream. (B,D)(B) • Visit the medieval town of Český Krumlov • See Hradčany Castle, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square

DAY 26ÌSOFIA Today we'll be welcomed into a

DAYS 29Ì- 31 DUBROVNIK Continuing our coastal road trip, we'll kick on to the hotspot of Dubrovnik & we'll be completely captivated by this seaside beauty. (B,D)(B,D)(B) • Scenic drive along the Croatian coastline F Dubrovnik Cruise DAY 32ÌSELINE After a pit stop in Split we'll drift the Dalmatian Coast a little further on to Seline. Backing onto the Paklenica National Park & fringed by a calm sea inlet, our time in Seline will be utterly serene. (B,D) • See Diocletian's Palace in Split DAYS 33Ì- 34Ì BUDAPEST The river split city of Budapest is an up & coming mecca of culture & cool. Brimming with quirks & historical monuments, we'll roam the pretty streets & eat goulash. (B,D)(B) • Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman's Bastion F River Cruise with Dinner DAYS 35Ì- 36Ì VIENNA After a salute to Slovakia we'll find ourselves in Vienna. Here we can ride one of the oldest Ferris wheels in the world, eat strudel & ogle at Swarovski crystals. (B)(B,D) • See Bratislava's medieval castle • Visit Vienna's Prater fun park • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House

DAYS 41Ì- 42Ì SWISS ALPS After stopping in Liechtenstein & Lucerne, we'll arrive in the Swiss Alps. Opt in to rise to the heights of Jungfrau Mountain, eat mountains of chocolate & take in the beauty of this region. (B,D)(B,D) • See Lucerne's wooden Chapel Bridge F Jungfrau Mountain & Adventure Park DAY 43ÌHEIDELBERG Next we'll find ourselves nesting amidst the valleys by the Neckar River. Here you can drink Pils, eat currywurst & lap up your final night in Germany. (B,D) • See Heidelberg's medieval castle DAYS 44Ì- 45Ì AMSTERDAM Ending on a high note – we'll arrive in the vibrant city of Amsterdam. Here you can visit an endless list of museums, explore the city's infamous night hours & visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house. (B)(B) • Visit the riverside town of St. Goar • Visit a cheese farm & clog maker's house DAY 46ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON This morning our mammoth road trip will sadly come to an end. After the teary goodbyes you can hitch a ride to either Schiphol Airport or the big smoke of London. (B) END 10AM AMSTERDAM SCHIPHOL AIRPORT OR 6:30PM LONDON

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£3575

£3675

End Jun 21

Start May21 Jun 04 Jun 11

£3795

End Jul 05 Jul 19 Jul 26

Start Jun 25 Jul 02 Jul 09

£3879

End Aug 09 Aug 16 Aug 23

Start Jul 23 Aug 04 Aug 18 ●

£3879

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £540 FOOD FUND

End Sep 06 Sep 18 Oct 02

2019

Start May07

2019

End Jun 07

2019

Start Apr 23

2019

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCCA | START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH AMS’DAM OR LONDON

Start Aug 23 ●

End Oct 07

£3815

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share tents. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £915. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Trip starts 7:15am in London or 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. Note: This trip breaks into 2 smaller trips so you’ll have plenty of new friends joining along the way For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#CONTIKIORIGINAL

BELGIUM

Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL

Nightstops

Dover

surprisingly happening capital, we'll traverse tram-lined lanes & have our minds blown by a grand cathedral, ending the day smitten by Sofia. Hotel (B,D) • See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

Places visited

Edam

CAMPING

The one that gives you maximum Europe for minimal budget, camping across the continent for 46 days

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SKI & SNOWBOARD. KEEP IT COSY Hit the powder by day and snuggle down in our uber trendy Austrian Gasthof by night. Whether seasoned pro or a total beginner, this is the way to experience Europeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s legendary slope action.

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WINTER DEPARTURES Looking for trips in Europe that travel in winter? Save money & beat the crowds on trips marked with a on the trip index on p.196.

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SKI SKI. APRÈS. APR SLEEP. SLEEP REPEAT. REPEAT

après-ski European après-ski is an essential part of any winter holiday. It’s drinking, dancing, socialising and it’s the perfect way to finish up your day.

Get a slice of mountain life this winter. Hopfgarten in Austria is the perfect place for a dose of on & oﬀ-piste action. WHERE YOU’RE HEADED Hopfgarten village in the Austrian Tyrol, is the perfect location for a ski or boarding holiday. As the gateway to one of the world’s largest ski regions, the SkiWelt, it’s perfect for indulging in loads of on and off-piste action. With over 284 km (176 miles) of piste, gondolas and chair lifts, near-perfect terrain and one of the biggest artificial snow-making networks in Europe (just in case the snow gods aren’t kind), how could you say no?

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W H E R E Y O U S TAY & W H AT ’ S INCLUDED Our newly renovated traditional Gasthof has had a serious facelift. Featuring twin and quad-share rooms all with ensuite, plus free WiFi, here you can hang up your boots, chill in the bar and join one of our famous party nights. We include a hot buffet breakfast daily and for a small supplement, we’ll also include delicious 3-course dinners prepared by our Masterchef trained Contiki Chefs.

Have a look at our Gasthof at contiki.com/gasthof-schoneck

INCLUDED ON ALL TRIPS • Breakfast daily • Salzburg day trip • Contiki-only On-Site Team • Guided Ski Safari intro to the mountain, to show you the best runs & hidden secrets that only the locals know

BEGINNER

INTERMEDIATE

ADVANCED

With 122 km of easy runs, SkiWelt is the perfect terrain for beginners. Combined with our great value ski school, you’ll be up on the slopes in no time.

Want to improve on your technique? 129 km of moderate runs mean you can really test your skills.

10 km of black runs will keep the keenest of keen skiers and riders challenged.

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£74

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PER DAY

8/15 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

Special Stays: 7/14 nights in Contiki’s Gasthof. 1 night on the coach from London. Twin or quad-share accommodation. HOPFGARTEN

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:C7SWBIT | START LONDON & FINISH LONDON

2019

Breakfast daily (B)

HOW MUCH & WHEN

ESSENTIALS

Start Dec 13 Dec 20 Dec 27 ●

End Dec 21 Dec 28 Jan 4

2020

7/14 INCLUDED MEALS

Start 2020 Jan 3 Jan 10

End

Start Jan 17 Jan 11 Jan 24 Jan 18 Jan 31

£589

End Start Jan 25 Feb 7 Feb 1 Feb 14 Feb 8

SKI PLUS 8 NIGHTS

End Start Feb 15 Feb 21 Feb 22 Feb 28

£589

End Dec 28 Jan 4 Jan 11

2020

2019

Start Dec 13 Dec 20 ● Dec 27 ●

£1230

Start 2020 Jan 3 Jan 10

End

End Mar 14

£589

SKI PLUS 15 NIGHTS

Start Jan 17 Jan 18 Jan 24 Jan 25 Jan 31

End Start Feb 1 Feb 7 Feb 8 Feb 14 Feb 15

End Start Feb 22 Feb 21 Feb 29 Feb 28

£1095

End Start Feb 29 Mar 6 Mar 7

£589

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:C14SWBIT | START LONDON & FINISH LONDON

End Mar 7 Mar 14

SKI ESSENTIALS - WHAT YOUʼLL NEED TO BUDGET FOR ON TOP OF YOUR TRIP PRICE.

NUMBER OF NIGHTS

SKI PASS

EQUIPMENT HIRE

7/8 (6 DAYS SKI)

£255

£55

14/15 (13 DAYS SKI)

£435

£100

SKI & SNOWBOARD LESSONS 3 or 5-day ski and/or snowboard lessons are available once in the resort and can be arranged on your arrival

* Prices above are per person based on twin share. Note: Ski Plus trips include transfers from London. Trip starts 7:00pm in London on Fridays & ends approx. 10:00pm in London on Saturdays. ● Spend New Year’s Eve in Hopfgarten. * Important: prices do not include airfares. Single supp: 1 week add £355. 2 weeks add £670. Twin-share supp: 1 week add £140. 2 weeks add £270. Half board supp: 5 nights add: £50. 10 nights add £100. For travel insurance see p.193.

SKI ONLY THE DETAILS

SKI OR BOARD AUSTRIA MEET US THERE

7/14

DAYS

CONTIKI.COM/SKI

FROM

£569

£82

COUNTRY

PER DAY

7/14 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

Special Stays: 7/14 nights in Contiki’s Gasthof. Twin or quad-share accommodation. 7/14 INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast daily (B)

HOPFGARTEN

SCHÖNECK

HOW MUCH & WHEN

End Dec 21 Dec 28 Jan 4

2020

Start Dec 14 Dec 21 Dec 28 ●

£640

Start 2020 Jan 4 Jan 11

End

Start Jan 18 Jan 11 Jan 25 Jan 18 Feb 1

£569

End Start Jan 25 Feb 8 Feb 1 Feb 15 Feb 8

£569

End Start Feb 15 Feb 22 Feb 22

End Start Feb 29 Mar 7

£569

End Mar 14

£569

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:CP14SW | START HOPFGARTEN & FINISH HOPFGARTEN Start Dec 14 Dec 21 ● Dec 28 ●

End Dec 28 Jan 4 Jan 11

£1210

2020

Experienced Contiki On-Site Team, Contiki exclusives including: Salzburg day trip, FREE coach pickup from Wörgl train station (easy access for Munich, Salzburg or Innsbruck airports), Access to Contiki’s exclusive themed party nights, Ski Safari with a Local Guide to explore the area, half board options available (for a small supplement).

2019

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:CPC7SW | START HOPFGARTEN & FINISH HOPFGARTEN

ESSENTIALS

2019

#AUSTRIASKI

£660

Experienced Contiki On-Site Team, Contiki exclusives including: Salzburg day trip, Included overnight coach travel from London, Ski Safari with a Local Guide to explore the area, Access to Contiki’s exclusive themed party nights, half board options available (for a small supplement).

HOPFGARTEN

Start 2020 Jan 4 Jan 11

End

Start Jan 18 Jan 11 Jan 25 Jan 18 Feb 1

End Start Jan 25 Feb 8 Feb 1 Feb 15 Feb 8

End Start Feb 22 Feb 22 Feb 29 Feb 29

£1075

End Mar 7 Mar 14

SKI ESSENTIALS - WHAT YOUʼLL NEED TO BUDGET FOR ON TOP OF YOUR TRIP PRICE.

NUMBER OF NIGHTS

SKI PASS

EQUIPMENT HIRE

7/8 (6 DAYS SKI)

£255

£55

14/15 (13 DAYS SKI)

£435

£100

SKI & SNOWBOARD LESSONS 3 or 5-day ski and/or snowboard lessons are available once in the resort and can be arranged on your arrival

* Prices above are per person based on twin share. Note: Ski Only trips start in Hopfgarten on Saturdays. You need to provide us with your flight & arrival details approx 21 days before departure. Check-in starts at 2:00pm & check-out is at 9:00am. * Important: prices do not include airfares. ● Spend New Year’s Eve in Hopfgarten. Twin-share supp: 1 week add £140. 2 weeks add £270. Single supp: 1 week add £355. 2 weeks add £670. Half board supp: 5 nights add: £50. 10 nights add £100. For travel insurance see p.193.

CONTIKI.COM

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

168 169

MINI SKI AUSTRIA 4

DAYS

CONTIKI.COM/SKI

FROM

£239

£60

COUNTRY

PER DAY

SKI

THE DETAILS

THE ULTIMATE MOUNTAIN MINI BREAK

3 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

Special Stays: 3 nights in Contiki’s Gasthof. Twin or quad-share accommodation.

3 INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast daily (B)

ESSENTIALS HOPFGARTEN

HOPFGARTEN, @blabladodia

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Start Dec 16 Dec 23 Dec 30 ●

End Dec 19 Dec 26 Jan 2

2020

WINTER 2019/20 | CODE:CPC3SW | START HOPFGARTEN & FINISH HOPFGARTEN

2019

Experienced Contiki On-Site Team, FREE coach pickup from Wörgl train station (easy access for Munich, Innsbruck or Salzburg airports), access to Contiki’s exclusive themed party nights, half board options available (for a small supplement).

£265

Start 2020 Jan 6 Jan 13

End

Start Jan 20 Jan 9 Jan 27 Jan 16 Feb 3

£239

End Start Jan 23 Feb 10 Jan 30 Feb 17 Feb 6

End Start Feb 13 Feb 24 Feb 20 Mar 2

£239

End Start Feb 27 Mar 9 Mar 5

End Mar 12

£239

SKI ESSENTIALS - WHAT YOUʼLL NEED TO BUDGET FOR ON TOP OF YOUR TRIP PRICE.

SKI PASS

EQUIPMENT HIRE

3 (3 DAYS SKI)

£95

£25

SKI & SNOWBOARD LESSONS 3-day ski and/or snowboard lessons are available once in the resort and can be arranged on your arrival

* Prices above are per person based on twin share. Note: Ski Only trips start in Hopfgarten on Mondays. You need to provide us with your flight & arrival details approx 21 days before departure. Check-in starts at 2:00pm & check-out is at 9:00am. * Important: prices do not include airfares. ● Spend New Year’s Eve in Hopfgarten. Twin-share supp: add £60. Single supp: add £150. For travel insurance see p.193.

THE DETAILS

DAYS

FROM COUNTRY

£315

CONTIKI.COM/SKI

FROM

£63

PER DAY

4 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

Special Stays: 4 nights in Contiki’s Gasthof. Twin or quad-share accommodation.

4 INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast daily (B)

ESSENTIALS HOPFGARTEN

HOPFGARTEN

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Start Dec 19 Dec 26

End Dec 23 Dec 30

£345

2020

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:CPC4SW | START HOPFGARTEN & FINISH HOPFGARTEN

2019

Experienced Contiki On-Site Team, FREE coach pickup from Wörgl train station (easy access for Munich, Salzburg or Innsbruck airports), access to Contiki’s exclusive themed party nights, Ski Safari with a Local Guide to explore the area, half board options available (for a small supplement),

Start 2020 Jan 2 Jan 9

End

Start Jan 16 Jan 6 Jan 23 Jan 13 Jan 30

£315

End Start Jan 20 Feb 6 Jan 27 Feb 13 Feb 3

£315

End Start Feb 10 Feb 20 Feb 17 Feb 27

£315

End Start Feb 24 Mar 5 Mar 2

End Mar 9

£315

SKI ESSENTIALS - WHAT YOUʼLL NEED TO BUDGET FOR ON TOP OF YOUR TRIP PRICE.

NUMBER OF NIGHTS

SKI PASS

EQUIPMENT HIRE

4 (4 DAYS SKI)

£135

£35

SKI & SNOWBOARD LESSONS 4-day ski and/or snowboard lessons are available once in the resort and can be arranged on your arrival

* Prices above are per person based on twin share. Note: Ski Only trips start in Hopfgarten on Thursdays. You need to provide us with your flight & arrival details approx 21 days before departure. Check-in starts at 2:00pm & check-out is at 9:00am. * Important: prices do not include airfares. Twin-share supp: add £80. Single supp: add £195. For travel insurance see p.193.

#AUSTRIASKI

THE SKI AUSTRIA WEEKENDER A LONG WEEKEND LIKE NO OTHER

#AUSTRIASKI

NUMBER OF NIGHTS

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

SHORT TRIPS & FESTIVALS. FOR LIFE’S MOMENTS Celebrate life’s best events or maximise the time you have in some of Europe’s hottest cities, with our Short Trips & Festivals. Whether you’ve got 4 days to kill in London or have always dreamed of seeing in the New Year Berlin style, we’ll help you make every second count.

CONTIKI.COM/EUROPE/SHORT-TRIPS-FESTIVALS

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

170 171

FROM

TRIPS

3 DAYS

SUMMER FROM

10 53

GBP PER DAY

WINTER FROM

GBP PER DAY

SZIGET FESTIVAL, HUNGARY

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/SZIGET

DAYS

£1270

9 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

12 INCLUDED MEALS 9 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

SEE EVEN MORE

FROM *

COUNTRIES

9 nights in hotels or hostels

£127 PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air conditioned coach with charging points and WiFi

4.0 RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Tickets to 3 days of the festival • Orientation tour of each city

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Historical walking tour, Berlin F Bunker Tour, Prague F River Cruise with lunch, Budapest

Want to explore a little deeper into this region? Check out the Best of Balkans (start Budapest) trip on p.129 and save upto 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

The one that travels from Berlin to Budapest to end at one of Europe's coolest festivals START 3PM BERLIN

DAYS 1Ì- 2ÌBERLIN With spirits higher than the ceilings of Berlin's mega clubs, we'll join forces in Germany's capital & start the Sziget adventure. Museums, bars, street art & boutique shopping - there's no better spot to get the festival juices flowing. (D)(B) • See the Reichstag, Tiergarten & Brandenburg Gate F Historical walking tour F Cold War Cold Drinks

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

START

BERLIN

GERMANY

Dresden

BUDAPEST

AUSTRIA

Places visited

DAYS 7Ì- 9ÌSZIGET FESTIVAL, BUDAPEST Today the time will have come to get amongst a near half a million party people & celebrate music, culture & life at Sziget Festival. Take to the island each day after breakfast, & make time for a bit of Budapest in between the festivities. (B)(B)(B) F River cruise with lunch DAY 10ÌBUDAPEST Feeling a little dusty & a lot well-lived, the trip will wrap up today after breakfast. Wave your festival companions goodbye & head home for a good dose of bed rest. (B) END 10AM BUDAPEST

CZECH REP

VIENNA

DAYS 3Ì- 4ÌPRAGUE Making our way in the Sziget direction, we'll head south through Dresden into the beautiful capital of the Czech Republic. Bohemian Prague will offer a musical melody in tune with our current mood, with jazz bars & DJs in hip nightclubs. (B,D)(B) • See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square • Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock • See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden F Bike Tour of Prague F Nuclear Bunker Tour

DAYS 5Ì- 6ÌVIENNA From the rides of Prater Fun Park to the culture of indulgent schnapps shots, Vienna will be the prefect prelude into Sziget. Meander the grand squares & roam the narrow streets - when we're finished it will be on to the main event. (B,D)(B) • See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral & the State Opera House F Old Vienna Schnapps Museum

PRAGUE

Kutna Hora

END

BERLIN

BUDAPEST

BUDAPEST HUNGARY

Nightstops

HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBSF | START BERLIN & FINISH BUDAPEST

SZIGET HOTEL

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:CCSF | START BERLIN & FINISH BUDAPEST

SZIGET HOSTEL

TOTAL PRICE LISTED INCLUDES £130 FOOD FUND

2019

#CONTIKISZIGET

FROM

Start Aug 03 Aug 10

£1300

End Aug 12 Aug 19

2019

FESTIVALS

SZIGET FESTIVAL

Start Aug 03 Aug 10

End Aug 12 Aug 19

£1270

* BBSF: Prices above are per person based on maximum twin-share. CCSF: Prices above are per person based on quad-share. BBSF: Single room supplement of £390 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. If you are travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. CCSF: You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 3:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 10:00am in Budapest. For more ways to save see p.31. For travel insurance see p.193.

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/OKTOBERFEST

172 173

OKTOBERFEST FROM

THE DETAILS

DAYS

£225

COUNTRY

4 - 7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION See below for accommodation breakdown

INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

£57

3.0 RATING

PER DAY

FREE TIME

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Guided walking tour of Munich: See Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel,the Rathaus, Munich Residenz, Frauenkirche & Viktualienmarkt • Day trip to the moving Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial

Heaps of free time to DIY adventure

#CONTIKIOKTOBERFEST

An experienced Festival Crew. Modern air-con coach with chargepoints & WiFi from London to Munich. Regular transfers from accommodation to festival site. Contiki Oktoberfest souvenir.

Breakfast Daily

FROM

The ones that do Oktoberfest in hotels, hostels & camping MUNICH, @britwilt

MUNICH, @coolhand_lewk

MUNICH, @christreloggen

CAMPING

HOSTEL

HOTEL

START & END LONDON

7 DAYS 5 DAYS

7 DAYS 6 DAYS

£460pp £365pp

Sep 19th - Sep 25th Sep 26th - Sep 30th Oct 1st - Oct 5th

£610pp £555pp

Sep 19th - Sep 25th Sep 24th - Sep 29th Sep 28th - Oct 3rd Oct 2nd - Oct 7th

£935pp £840pp

Sep 19th - Sep 25th Sep 24th - Sep 29th Sep 28th - Oct 3rd Oct 2nd - Oct 7th

Accommodation: Large twin-share tents with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel are required) Transport: Return coach transfers from London to Munich including ferry crossings

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel accommodation (a towel is required)

Accommodation: Twin or triple-share hotel accommodation. Singles available for a supplement

Transport: Return coach transfers from London to Munich including ferry crossings

Trip starts: 2:00pm & ends approx. 10:00pm-Midnight

Trip starts: 7:00pm & ends approx. 10:00pm-Midnight

START & END MUNICH

6 DAYS * 4 DAYS

6 DAYS 5 DAYS

£315pp £225pp

Sep 20th - Sep 25th Sep 27th - Sep 30th Oct 2nd - Oct 5th

* Accommodation: Large twin-share tents with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel are required) Trip starts: 8:00am - 11:00am & ends approx. 10:00am

£465pp £420pp

Sep 20th - Sep 25th Sep 25th - Sep 29th Sep 29th - Oct 3rd Oct 3rd - Oct 7th

Accommodation: Multi-share hostel accommodation (a towel is required) Trip starts: 1:00pm & ends approx 10:00am

£740pp £615pp

FESTIVALS

THE NUMBERS

FROM

Sep 20th - Sep 25th Sep 25th - Sep 29th Sep 29th - Oct 3rd Oct 3rd - Oct 7th

Accommodation: Twin or triple-share hotel accommodation. Singles available for a supplement Trip starts: 2:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/ANZAC

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRY

3/2 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

3/2 INCLUDED MEALS

3/2 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, 1 night out under the stars

3/2 breakfasts (B)

£420

STUCK FOR TIME

FROM *

£84

4.6 OVERALL RATING

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

ESSENTIALS Local Guide, Experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

• Services of an experienced & fully licensed Turkish Guide • Attendance at the Dawn Service on North Beach & the opportunity to attend the National Services at Chunuk Bair

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

We've got a shorter version of this trip which finishes one day earlier in Istanbul.

F Dinner & Belly Dancing Show, Istanbul

The one that lets you experience ANZAC day in this historic location with extra time in Istanbul ANZAC CLASSIC ITINERARY

ANZAC COVE

DAY 1: ARRIVE ISTANBUL. See Day 1 ANZAC Odyssey 5 day itinerary for full details. DAY 2: ISTANBUL TO GALLIPOLI. See Day 2 ANZAC Odyssey 5 day itinerary for full details. (B) DAY 3: ANZAC DAY AT GALLIPOLI. See Day 3 ANZAC Odyssey 5 day itinerary for full details. DAY 4: ISTANBUL. After breakfast, we'll head out to explore the city on a guided tour. Then it's time to say goodbye to your new friends as your trip ends at approx. midday. (B)

GO CONTIKI ANZAC

BLACK SEA

3 Anzac Cove

ISTANBUL

GALLIPOLI

TURKEY

Places visited 1

Nightstops Start/end city

DAY 1ÌISTANBUL Today you'll check in to your hotel & be free to explore before uniting with the team in the afternoon. We'll then spend two nights peeling back the layers of East & West, admiring Istanbul's Blue Mosque & navigating the Bazaar & Spice Market. F Belly dancing dinner & show DAY 2ÌGALLIPOLI Commencing our pilgrimage, we'll take to the road with our compass pointing to Gallipoli. Joining with thousands of others, we'll sleep under the stars waiting to pay our respects by morning. (B) DAY 3ÌANZACDAY AT GALLIPOLI Waking before the rise of the sun, we'll experience a

HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBAO ODYSSEY | START ISTANBUL & FINISH ISTANBUL Start Apr 23

£420

End Apr 27

somber dawn service before walking in the soldiers’ footsteps. We'll pay our respects at the National Service for the New Zealand troops at Chunuk Bair, with time after to visit Australia's Lone Pine cemetery before returning to Istanbul. • See Anzac Cove, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair & Johnston's Jolly

With an experienced English-speaking Turkish guide, you'll pay tribute to the ANZACs who fought at Gallipoli in 1915. Discover Anzac Cove, attend the memorial ceremonies & be there for the Dawn Service. In Istanbul, you're close to the action & on our city tour you'll check out all the key sites like the Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar. And with your comfy commemorative hoodie you'll keep your travel memories fresh back home.

ANZAC COVE

DAYS 4Ì- 5ÌISTANBUL Back in Istanbul with time to explore & with a new found level of reverence under our belt we will share a final breakfast together before the trip wraps up & our ANZAC experience finishes. (B)(B) • See the Hagia Soﬁa, Topkapi Palace & Suleymaniye Mosque • Istanbul walking tour with Local Guide END AFTER BREAKFAST ISTANBUL

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:BBAC CLASSIC | START ISTANBUL & FINISH ISTANBUL

2019

START 4PM ISTANBUL

2019

#ANZACODYSSEY

SHORT TRIPS

ANZAC ODYSSEY

Start Apr 23

End Apr 26

£360

* Prices above are per person based on twin & triple-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Trip starts 4:00pm & ends after breakfast (Odyssey) or approx. 12:00 noon (Classic). For travel insurance see p.193.

174 175

CONTIKI IN LONDON

LONDON EXPLORER PAC K A G E

S TAY L O N G E R IN LONDON

3 OR 5 DAYS FROM £189pp

With so much going on in London, why not check it out for yourself? Our great hotel rates make staying longer in London easy.

Why rush your London experience when you can take your time for a few more £££? Top or tail your trip with our 2 & 4 night Explorer packages complete with extras, activities & great accommodation. 2-NIGHT PACKAGE

4-NIGHT PACKAGE

• 2 nights hotel accommodation • Included continental breakfast daily • Open top bus tour • London theatre show tickets (stalls or dress circle) • Contiki Basement Team • “Welcome to London” info booklet

• All the 2 night package inclusions to the left, plus 4 nights hotel accommodation • 2 day Underground and bus pass • Day trip and entry fee to Stonehenge • Audio guided tour of the Roman Baths, Bath • Visit Windsor (venue of the Royal Wedding)

SUMMER 2019

WINTER 2019/20

VENUE

2 NP

4 NP

VENUE

2 NP

4 NP

ROYAL NATIONAL

M3LPR

M5LPR

ROYAL NATIONAL

M3LPR

Triple-share Twin-share

£205 £229

£475 £525

Triple-share Twin-share

£189 £205

£455 £485

IMPERIAL HOTEL

M3LPI

M5LPI

IMPERIAL HOTEL

M3LPI

M5LPI

Twin-share Single

£269 £335

£599 £719

Twin-share Single

£249 £295

£559 £645

No Contiki Trip Manager is included in this package. You choose the dates to take the day trips and theatre show on. All rooms have private facilities.

CONTIKI.COM/LONDON-EXPLORER

ROYAL NATIONAL HOTEL

IMPERIAL HOTEL

Bedford Way, WC1H 0DG, London. Tel: +44 207 637 2488

Russell Square, WC1B 5BB, London. Tel: +44 207 837 3655

Accommodation is based on twin or triple-share. Summer stay longer rate: Twin £59 Triple £45 Winter stay longer rate: Twin £55 Triple £45

Accommodation is based on single or twin-share. Summer stay longer rate: Single £109 Twin £75 Winter stay longer rate: Single £89 Twin £65

GETTING THERE (FOR BOTH HOTELS) From Heathrow Airport Catch the Piccadilly Line to Russell Square station (approx. £8) – travel time approx. 1 hr. The hotel is a short walk from the station. From Gatwick Airport Catch the train to Victoria station where you can get on the Victoria Line to Euston Station. The hotel is a ten minute walk from the station. From Stansted Airport Catch the train to Liverpool Street station where you can get on the central line to Holborn and change to the Piccadilly Line to Russell Square. The hotel is a short walk from the station.

CONTIKI.COM/STAY-LONGER

THE CONTIKI BASEMENT Feel free to make use of the services provided by Contiki’s resident staff and use the Basement as your London launch pad to kickstart your holiday of a lifetime. The Basement is also full of awesome travel resources and help for people staying in London, including iPads and Free WiFi to keep in touch with friends and family, luggage storage while you explore the city and a mail pickup point. It’s also the departure point for all our trips that start in London.

GETTIN G TH ERE It’s easy to get to the Contiki Basement. It’s conveniently located at the Royal National Hotel, Bedford Way, London, WC1H 0DG. It’s a few minutes walk from Russell Square Underground Station, so it’s nice and central.

B ASEMEN T OPEN IN G TIMES April 1-30th: 11:00am - 7:30pm May 1 to September 30th: 9:00am - 7:30pm October 1 to March 31st: 11:00am - 7:00pm

CONTIKI.COM/BASEMENT

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM

SHORT TRIPS

LONDON FOR NEW YEAR THE DETAILS

DAYS

NEW TRIP

CONTIKI.COM/LONDON-NYE

FROM

£345

COUNTRY

FROM

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

ESSENTIALS See p.193 for more info on our essentials

LONDON

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 3 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

4 INCLUDED MEALS 3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

ESSENTIALS See p.193 for more info on our essentials.,

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Included 3-course Dinner • Visit the Historical Berlin Wall/East Side Germany

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Historical Walking Tour

DAY 4ÌLONDON London, you've been good to us. Having kicked off the new year on a high, we'll say our goodbyes & return back to reality. (B)

DAY 2ÌLONDON It's New Years Eve & we'll make the day count - either with an edgy street art tour or by gaining a new view of the city from the London Eye. Tonight we'll don our glad rags & ring in the new year with fun & fireworks. (B)

END 8AM LONDON

See contiki.com/london for a full itinerary, all inclusions & Free Time Add-Ons.

2019/20

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WLNY | START LONDON & FINISH LONDON Start Dec 30

End Jan 02

£345

* Prices above are per person based on twin share. If you are travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement of £220 Trip Starts 4:00pm in London & ends 8:00am in London. For travel insurance see p.193.

BERLIN FOR NEW YEAR THE DETAILS

DAY 3ÌLONDON Our heads may be heavy but we've still got a day left to live the London life. Get out there & explore the city with your travel buddies & swap resolutions over your optional dinner tonight. (B)

HOW MUCH & WHEN

DAYS

START 4PM BERLIN

DAY 1ÌBERLIN Welcome to Berlin! We'll meet our Trip Manager & fellow travellers in the afternoon before a spot of sightseeing & a hearty meal to see us kick off the trip on a high. Hotel (D) DAY 2ÌNEW YEAR'S EVE IN BERLIN It's the last day of the year & how you spend it is up to you. Let Berlin inspire your creative side with a street art tour or step back in time with a historical walk. Tonight we watch the fireworks at Brandenburg Gate & hit the town to ring in the New Year, Berlin style. Hotel (B)

NEW TRIP

CONTIKI.COM/BERLINNYE

FROM COUNTRY

£325

FROM

£82

PER DAY

DAY 3ÌBERLIN If you're feeling a little worse for wear this morning, keep it relaxed over breakfast & a chill out day. Opt for a German dinner with the squad tonight, where we'll swap New Year's resolutions. Hotel (B) DAY 4ÌBERLIN New Year, new you - all courtesy of Berlin! Swap deets & say your goodbyes before we wrap up after a hearty breakfast. Hotel (B) END 8AM BERLIN

See contiki.com/berlin for a full itinerary, all inclusions & Free Time Add-Ons.

HOW MUCH & WHEN WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WBNY | START BERLIN & FINISH BERLIN

2019/20

#CONTIKIBERLINNYE

#CONTIKILONDONNYE

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

F Street Art Tour F Iconic London Eye

PER DAY

DAY 1ÌLONDON London's calling! We'll meet up with our Trip Manager & fellow travellers today & head off for some high energy sightseeing around the city. Tonight, a welcome dinner will kick the trip off in style. (D)

4 INCLUDED MEALS

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

START 4PM LONDON

3 nights twin share hotel accommodation

• City tour of London’s iconic sights including Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus & Trafalgar Square

£87

Start Dec 30

End Jan 02

£325

* Prices above are per person based on twin share. If you are travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement of £160. Trple-share reduction of 5% is avalable based on twin-share trip price. Start 4:00pm in Berlin & ends 8:00am in Berlin. For travel insurance see p.193.

BERLIN

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/PARIS-CHRISTMAS

176 177

PARIS FOR CHRISTMAS

START & END IN LONDON OR PARIS

DAYS

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

4 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

3 nights twinshare hotel accommodation

3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• Christmas Day Lunch • See White Cliffs of Dover

FROM

£349

FROM

£88

PER DAY

HOW MUCH & WHEN

2019

START LONDON OR PARIS & FINISH LONDON OR PARIS Start Dec 23

End Dec 26

£449

SINGLE ROOM

£349

TWIN SHARE

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Meet by morning in London or by afternoon in Paris, donning a festive grin & good spirits for the days ahead. By night we'll get some icons ticked, seeing the Arc de Triomphe & Eiffel Tower lit up like a Christmas tree. DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌPARIS Throwing a ‘Joyeux Noël!' in every direction, we'll enjoy a French Christmas feast & soak up the warm spirit of the city. From Christmas markets to a cruise down the river Seine, there will be something very special about this season's greetings. (B)(B)(D)

PARIS

DAY 4ÌPARIS TO LONDON It's time to say ‘au revoir' to Paris this morning as we head back to London, where your trip ends upon arrival. Or if you're staying on in Paris, your trip ends after breakfast. (B)

See contiki.com/parischristmas for a full itinerary, all essentials & Free Time Add-Ons.

PARIS, @cztyl

END 9AM PARIS 6:30PM LONDON

* Prices above are per person based on twin share. If you are travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 6:30am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Paris & end 9:00am in Paris or approx. 6:30pm in London. For travel insurance see p.193.

AMSTERDAM FOR CHRISTMAS

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DAYS

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

5 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

3 nights quadshare hotel accommodation

3 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 1 dinner (D)

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• Christmas Day Lunch

£299

FROM

£75

PER DAY

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Start Dec 23

End Dec 26

£399

TWIN SHARE

£299

QUAD SHARE

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Meet in the morning in London or in the afternoon in Amsterdam, donning a festive grin & good spirits for the days ahead. By night we'll get some icons ticked, seeing the city's infamous Red Light District. (D) DAYS 2Ì- 3Ì AMSTERDAM Throwing a ‘Gelukkig Kerstfeest!' in every direction, we'll enjoy a Dutch Christmas feast & soak up the warm spirit of the city. From Christmas markets to a possible canal cruise, there will be something very special about this season's greetings. (B)(B)(L)

AMSTERDAM, @tonkathommo

DAY 4ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON This morning we'll share a breakfast with our well-bonded team before the trip wraps up. You can choose to finish the Christmas cheer in Amsterdam, or in London if you want to hitch a ride back to the big smoke. (B) END 8AM AMSTERDAM OR 6:30PM LONDON

See contiki.com/ amsterdam-christmas for a full itinerary, all essentials & Free Time Add-Ons.

AMSTERDAM

* Prices above are per person. If you are travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 6:30am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Amsterdam & end 8:00am in Amsterdam or approx. 6:30pm in London. For travel insurance see p.193.

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DAYS

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN HOSTELS

4 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

3 nights quadshare hostel accommodation

3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• Entry into Keukenhof Flower Garden

FROM

£285

FROM

£72

PER DAY

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DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Meet in the morning in London or in the afternoon in Amsterdam, in good Spring spirits for the Easter festivities ahead of us. By night we'll get some icons ticked, seeing the city's infamous Red Light District. (D) DAYS 2Ì- 3Ì AMSTERDAM From the iconic tulip gardens of Keukenhof to the famous cheese farms of Edam, the spring paradise of Amsterdam will play perfect Easter host. We'll take a bike ride, visit museums & eat a myriad of celebratory chocolates & buns. (B)(B)

DAY 4ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON Today you'll be free to hitch a ride with us back to London or wrap up your trip in Amsterdam after breakfast. Either way you'll be feeling satisfied with your spring Easter gallivant to the Netherlands. (B)

See contiki.com/easter for a full itinerary, all essentials & Free Time Add-Ons.

AMSTERDAM

END 8AM AMSTERDAM OR 6:30PM LONDON

£285 * Prices above are per person based on quad-share, for more information see p.193. If you are travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 6:30am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Amsterdam & end 8:00am in Amsterdam or approx. 6:30pm in London. For travel insurance see p.193.

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START & END IN LONDON OR PARIS

DAYS

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

4 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

3 nights twinshare hotel accommodation

3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• Exclusive entry into Bar/ Nightclub for New Years Eve

PARIS

FROM

£429

FROM

£108

PER DAY

HOW MUCH & WHEN

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO PARIS Today you'll unite with the team by morning in London or by afternoon in Paris. Here in the city of lights & love, we'll kick off our New Year festivities by greeting the Arc de Triomphe & Eiffel Tower. DAY 2ÌPARIS We'll bounce out of bed for some Parisian exploring. We'll take a cruise along the river Seine & maybe even see a cabaret show. (B,D)

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#PARISNYE

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START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM PARIS

Start Dec 29

End Jan 01

£579

SINGLE ROOM

£429

TWIN SHARE

DAY 3ÌNEW YEARS EVE PARIS What better way to toast in a New Year than with some

bubbles in the birthplace of champagne? Fireworks & festivities abound – make a resolution for a year of incredible travel. (B)

Paris or after a free ride back to London. Either way you'll be brimming ear to ear, packed with enthusiasm for the days both behind and ahead of you. (B)

DAY 4ÌPARIS TO LONDON With a brand new calendar of opportunity ahead of us, this morning you can choose to end your trip after complimentary breakfast in

END 9AM PARIS OR 6:30PM LONDON

See contiki.com/paris for a full itinerary, all essentials & Free Time Add-Ons.

#AMSTERDAMNYE

AMSTERDAM FOR NEW YEAR

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DAYS

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN HOSTELS

4 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

3 nights quadshare hostel accommodation

3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• Exclusive Entry into Nightclub for NYE

FROM

£399

FROM

£100

PER DAY

HOW MUCH & WHEN

START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Today you'll unite with the team by morning in London or by afternoon in Amsterdam. Here in the city of canals & infamous cafes, we'll kick off our New Year festivities by visiting the Red Light District. (D) DAY 2ÌAMSTERDAM We'll bounce out of bed for some Dutch exploring. Gable houses & numerous quirky museums, the possibilities of the day are quite endless. (B)

2019/20

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WANY | START LONDON & FINISH LONDON Start Dec 29

DAY 3ÌNEW YEARS EVE IN AMSTERDAM Making good ground on a resolution for a year of incredible

End Jan 01

£499

TWIN SHARE

£399

QUAD SHARE

travel, we'll get ready to ring in the next trip around the sun with some Amsterdam fun. Galleries, bar hopping & lively street scenes; this city will live up to its entertaining reputation. (B) DAY 4ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON With a brand new calendar of opportunity ahead of us, this morning you can choose to

end your trip after breakfast in Amsterdam or after a free ride back to London. Either way you'll be brimming ear to ear, packed with enthusiasm for the days both behind and ahead of you. (B) END 8AM AMSTERDAM OR 6:30PM LONDON

See contiki.com/amsterdam for a full itinerary, all essentials & Free Time Add-Ons.

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AMSTERDAM FOR KINGʼS DAY FROM

FROM

AMSTERDAM

DAYS

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN HOSTELS

4 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

3 nights quadshare hostel accommodation

3 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

• Transport to Kings Day Party

£259

£65

SUMMER 2019Ì| CODE:CCKD | START LONDON OR AMS’DAM & FINISH LONDON OR AMS’DAM Start Apr 25

£259

End Apr 28

PER DAY

HOW MUCH & WHEN

2019

START & END IN LONDON OR AMSTERDAM START 6:30AM LONDON OR 6PM AMSTERDAM

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO AMSTERDAM Today you'll unite with the team by morning in London before we make tracks across the water for the Dutch capital. We'll waste no time getting into the festive spirit, with some nightlife & canal fun on offer. (D) F Canal cruise DAY 2ÌAMSTERDAM Dust off your shoes & rinse off your tired eyes, we'll be continuing the good times by exploring the city. Museums, a lively square & an infamous Red Light District – you'll have #regrets if you stay indoors. (B)

DAY 3ÌAMSTERDAM KING'S DAY We'll rise, shine & join forces with about a million other revellers ready to celebrate the great country that is the Netherlands. Known as one of the world's greatest street parties, we'll wear the national colour of orange & jump right into the thick of it. (B)

DAY 4ÌAMSTERDAM TO LONDON All good things must come to an end & sadly the epic King's Day party is included. We'll have one final breakfast before legging it back to London, this epic party now an annual inclusion on our to-do list. (B) END 8:00AM AMSTERDAM OR 6:30PM LONDON

See contiki.com/amsterdam-kingsday for a full itinerary, all essentials & Free Time Add-Ons.

* Prices above are per person based on quad-share, for more information see p.193. If you are travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 6:30am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Amsterdam & end 8:00am in Amsterdam or approx. 6:30pm in London. For travel insurance see p.193.

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DAYS

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 3 nights twin-share hotel accommodation 3 INCLUDED MEALS

DUBLIN

3 breakfasts (B)

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F An Irish Dinner & Dancing Evening

DAY 2ÌDUBLIN Check out the famous Trinity College, the Monument of Light, Parnell Square & of course the statue of the 'tart with a Cart' inspired by the unofficial anthem of Dublin, 'Molly Malone'. All of this before we take a visit to the Guinness Storehouse & sign up for our Free Time Add On evening at the Merry Ploughboy Pub. (B) DAY 3Ì ST.ÌPATRICK’S DAY, DUBLIN Today the world goes green with envy over the lucky leprechauns enjoying St Patrick’s Day in Ireland.

3/4 breakfasts (B)

ESSENTIALS See p.193 for more info on our essentials

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • City orientation walk of Edinburgh • Hogmanay street party ticket

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Dinner at home of Scottish Rugby, Murrayfield

PER DAY

We’ll take to the packed streets for singing, dancing & an inhibition-free day with laughter aplenty. (B)

DUBLIN

DAY 4ÌDUBLIN TO LONDON Unless you're so smitten that you're staying on in Dublin, our trip will come to an end today when we arrive back in London. Feeling refreshed after some sleep on the coach, we'll say goodbyes & do some final St Paddy's Day reminiscing. (B) END 10AM DUBLIN OR 8PM LONDON

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWPH | START LONDON OR DUBLIN & FINISH DUBLIN OR LONDON Start Mar 15

End Mar 18

£685

Start Mar 15

End Mar 18

£730

* Prices above are per person based on twin share. Winter 2018/19: Start in Dublin deduct £40. Triple share deduct £20. Single room supplement of £330. Winter 2019/20: Start in Dublin deduct £40. Triple share deduct £20. Single room supplement of £340. Pricing above includes coach from London. Trips start 6:45am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Dublin & end 10:00am in Dublin or approx. 8:00pm in London. Trips start 6:45am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Dublin & end 10:00am in Dublin or approx. 8:00pm in London. Note: In 2018 itinerary for Day 2 & 3 will be switched. For travel insurance see p.193.

DAYS

START 6:45AM LONDON OR 6PM EDINBURGH

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO EDINBURGH We'll gather round in London & board the coach ready for our journey through English countryside into the capital of Scotland. Once in Scot territory we'll be welcomed by an orientation of the city, guiding us past kilt-clad locals & on to castles down cobbled lanes. DAY 2ÌEDINBURGH With one of the world's biggest parties waiting for us, the mood will be mighty cheery. Hogmanay will open with a Torchlight Procession, giving us the day to roam the

START & END IN LONDON OR EDINBURGH FROM COUNTRY

streets & absorb the great land of haggis & whisky. (B) DAY 3ÌNEW YEAR'S EVE IN EDINBURGH Dancing, fireworks, carnival rides, ice-skating rinks; Edinburgh truly comes alive on day 3, becoming one of the most exciting New Year's playgrounds on the planet. See in the calendar in true Hogmanay style, partying way into the hours of the morning. (B) DAY 4ÌNEW YEAR'S DAY EDINBURGH While the rest of the world will be winding down & feeling dusty, the parties in

£575

CONTIKI.COM/HOGMANAY FROM

£115

Edinburgh will be carrying on through New Year's Day. You can conclude it all with a dabble in tradition, taking a plunge for charity into the freezing river of Firth of Forth. (B) F Scottish Evening DAY 5ÌEDINBURGH TO LONDON Packing our bags & leaving Edinburgh, we'll head for the famous vow town of Gretna Green. After a final bout of sightseeing & history we'll coast back to London, where our New Year trip will come to an end. (B) END 8AM EDINBURGH OR 9PM LONDON

PER DAY

4ÌDAY ITINERARY Day 1: London to Edinburgh (or meet in Edinburgh). Meet up with your Contiki Team in London before heading to Edinburgh. Day 2: New Year's Eve in Edinburgh. Enjoy a late start today. Stroll down Princes Street & the Royal Mile or tour Edinburgh's famous castle. Tonight get ready for the world's biggest New Year party! (B) Day 3: Edinburgh. Welcome 2020! Take the day to chill or explore, then get back out & party. (B) Day 4: Edinburgh to London. (or end Edinburgh). Chill or get some much needed sleep on the coach as your trip ends on arrival in London. Or if staying on in Edinburgh, your trip ends after breakfast. (B) See contiki.com/hogmanay for a full itinerary, all essentials & Free Time Add-Ons.

HOW MUCH & WHEN WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWHG | 5ÌDAY

WINTER 2019/20Ì| CODE:WWHO | 4ÌDAY

START LONDON OR EDINBURGH & FINISH LONDON OR EDINBURGH

2019/20

3/4 INCLUDED MEALS

2019/20

Multi-share (up to 8 people) en-suite hostel accommodation

£173

Start Dec 29

£575

End Jan 02

Start Dec 30

End Jan 02

£465

* Prices above are per person based on multi share & includes the coach from London. Start in Edinburgh deduct £50. Start 6:45am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Edinburgh & end 8:00am in Edinburgh or approx. 9:00pm in London. Please note: Start Edinburgh option does not include any coach transfers. For travel insurance see p.193.

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3/4 NIGHTS IN HOSTELS

£690

HOW MUCH & WHEN

HOGMANAY 5 DAY THE DETAILS

COUNTRY

FROM *

#STPATRICKSDAY

• Visit to the Guinness Storehouse • Experience fun, festivities, parades & “the Craic” in Dublin on St. Patrick’s Day • Contiki St. Patrick’s souvenir

DAY 1ÌLONDON TO DUBLIN Today you can unite with the team by morning in London or by afternoon in Dublin. We'll waste no time getting into the Irish spirit, with a night of shenanigans on the town sitting ahead of us in the capital.

2019/20

See p.193 for more info on our essentials

START 6:45AM LONDON OR 6PM DUBLIN

2018/19

ESSENTIALS

FROM

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THE DETAILS

START & END IN LONDON OR DUBLIN

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AFRICA& THE MIDDLE EAST. ADVENTURE, UNFILTERED

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

Africa Southern Africa, Kenya & Tanzania. If you’ve never walked her sweeping plains, explored her ancient cultures or slept beneath her star-swept skies, Africa is difficult to understand. This is travel that will change you forever.

9 TRIPS

FROM

SMALL GROUP SIZES & SUPERIOR SAFARI VEHICLES

GAME PARK FEES & INTERNAL FLIGHTS ALL INCLUDED

Our small group sizes mean intimate trips, roomy accommodation and smaller safari vehicles (from mini coaches to 7-seater pop-up roof 4WDs), so you’re always guaranteed the best view in the house.

We don’t believe in nasty surprises. With us, all game drives and park fees are included in the price, as well as speedy internal flights in southern Africa so you spend more time in the heart of adventure.

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HANDPICKED EXPERIENCES FROM OUR LOCAL EXPERTS

Luxury safari tents with proper beds, en-suites and exclusive lodges with swimming pools – a lot of thought goes into our accommodation, so you can get the most out of Africa.

Our dedicated team of experts have scoped out the most authentic African experiences, from iconic sights to secluded favourites.

DAYS IN LENGTH ZANZIBAR, TANZANIA

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CHOBE NATIONAL PARK, BOTSWANA

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A C C O M M O D AT I O N Every night will be one to remember with our unique and quirky sleeping experiences. AFRICAN LODGE, LAKE ELEMENTAITA

Israel& Jordan A place of vibrant culture and stark contrasts, where the cosmopolitan worlds of Tel Aviv and Amman lie beside the ancient wonders of Petra, Jerusalem, Galilee and the Dead Sea.

LUXURY SAFARI TENTS

Take a Contiki trip like no other, experiencing adventure, history, culture and sustainability all tied together with incredible accommodation, delicious food and our renowned expert team.

CAMPING, CHOBE

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EXPERIENCES

DAYS IN LENGTH JERUSALEM, ISRAEL

Safari game drives, incredible wildlife, river cruises, UNESCO heritage sights, we include it all and more. Go wildlife-spotting and tick off the ‘Big Five’ in Kruger National Park, South Africa

Experience the magic of a Balloon Safari in the Serengeti, Tanzania

Stroll along one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World: Victoria Falls, South Africa

Visit a penguin colony and sip fine wine in Cape Town, South Africa

Hang out with a gorilla family in their natural habitat at Bwindi Forest Reserve, Uganda

Explore the cobbled streets and crumbling colonial facades of UNESCO-listed Stone Town, Zanzibar

Take a sunset cruise surrounded by pods of hippos and crocs on the Chobe River, Botswana Raft the whitewaters of the mighty Zambezi River, Zimbabwe

PETRA, JORDAN

Go snorkelling in the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar Check out the resident giant tortoises on Prison Island, Zanzibar

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, SOUTH AFRICA

EXPERIENCES Hop in a 4x4 for a ride through the pastel desert of Wadi Rum, Petra, Jordan Float in the stillness of the Dead Sea, Negev/Israel Visit the holy city of Nazareth, Israel Unearth the mystical allure of the insta-worthy Ein Gedi Oasis, Eilat, Israel Peruse Corinthian columns and ancient ruins in an old Greco-Roman city, Jerash, Jordan Visit the Iraq Al-Amir Womens Cooperative Society, Amman, Jordan Cruise the sea of Galilee in a local boat, Galilee, Israel

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

FROM

DAYS

10 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 10 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation

£1875

COUNTRIES

#ISRAELANDJORDAN

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

ISRAEL & JORDAN UNCOVERED

16 INCLUDED MEALS 10 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 5 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver Team, air conditioned coach. Local taxes & service charges. (This does not include the Border Tax - about $50US & Jordanian Visa where required) Transfers to/from airport are included

NEW TRIP

FROM

£171

PER DAY

4.6 OVERALL RATING

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Full day tour of Jerusalem • Guided tour of the Red Rose City of Petra • Visit Wadi Rum in a 4 x 4 trip across the desert • Float in the Dead Sea

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Diving in the Red Sea F Snorkelling day trip in the Red Sea

PETRA, JORDAN

DEAD SEA, ISRAEL

GALILEE, ISRAEL

JERUSALEM, ISRAEL

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Want to discover more of ancient relics and desert vistas? Check out the Egypt & the Nile trip on p.123

#ISRAELANDJORDAN

JERUSALEM MEDITERRANEAN SEA

GALILEE

Nazareth

ISRAEL

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AMMAN

JERUSALEM Dead Sea

JORDAN

Places visited 1

PETRA

Nightstops

EILAT

2 Wadi Rum

START 7PM JERUSALEM

DAY 1 JERUSALEM Welcome to Israel, where we'll kick off our trip in the City of Gold. A visit to the Mount of Olives, a religious centre for Christianity, Islam & Judaism, will give us a breathtaking view over the city. Hotel DAYS 2 - 3 JERUSALEM Rise & shine, travellers Jerusalem isn't going to discover itself! A full day tour will get us up to speed with this ancient city, which dates back thousands of years. Then on Day 3 we'll discover Jerusalem's distinctly modern flair: a few museum trips will show us how this city has developed to become a metropolis of vibrant culture. Hotel (B)(B) • Visit Lions Gate • Visit Dolorosa • Visit Church of Holy Sepulchre

DAY 4 GALILEE We'll take a break from city life today to discover Israel's Galilee region, an area rich in history, religion & nature. On the way we'll visit the spiritual site of Nazareth & discover the region's ancient secrets. Hotel (B,D) • Visit Nazareth • Visit Deganya Bet • Tour of Tiberias • Boat Ride on Sea of Galilee

DAY 5 JERASH TO AMMAN This morning, we'll pass pine forests & olive groves until we reach the ancient Greco-Roman city of Jerash with Corinthian columns & ancient ruins. We'll pay a visit to the inspiring Iraq Al-Amir women's cooperative, before heading to Amman in Jordan for a little sightseeing. A city tour will show us Amman's highlights, including the Amphitheatre & the Citadel. Hotel (B,L,D) • Tour of the ancient city of Jerash • Visit Iraq Al-Amir women's co-operative & enjoy a lunch • City tour of Amman

GALILEE

DAY 6 PETRA If you weren't already in love with Jordan, you will be when we visit the Red Rose City of Petra. Framed by mountains & carved out by the Nabateans, we'll discover the Pharaoh's

Castle, the Triumphal Arch & the Monastery with a Local Guide. Hotel (B,D) • Visit of Petra & see main monuments including Pharaohs Castle, The Triumphal Arch, the Amphitheatre & the Monastery DAYS 7 - 8 EILAT On the road again, this time driving to the gorgeous desert vistas of Wadi Rum, where you'll be intoxicated by ancient riverbeds & pastel colours. We'll hop in a 4x4 for a desert tour before returning to Israel and the Red Sea resort of Eilat for some beachside chills. With a full next day to enjoy this coastal town we'll explore the Underwater Observatory, roam the Umm Rash Rash Memorial & take a late afternoon hike in the Red Canyon. Hotel (B,D)(B,D) • Visit Wadi Rum & take a 4x4 tour across the desert

PETRA

• Underwater Observatory • Umm Rash Rash Memorial • Hike the Red Canyon F Dive The Red Sea DAYS 9 - 10 TEL AVIV Today more ancient mystery awaits as we head for the ancient allure of the Dead Sea & a tour of the Negev. Then, we'll swap ancient for modern as we arrive in the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv in the evening. The next day is ours to explore Tel Aviv at our own pace. In a city inundated with beaches,

parks, museums, shopping centres & historical sites, boredom just simply isn't an option. Hotel (B)(B) • King Herod's Palace in Masada • Ein Gedi Oasis • A chance to ﬂoat in The Dead Sea DAY 11 TEL AVIV After a filling Israeli breakfast, we'll wrap up our Middle Eastern escapade with sorrow. Don't forget to swap deets, we sense new adventures on the horizon… (B) END 10AM TEL AVIV

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£2015

£2055

End Jun 12

Start Jun 16 Jun 30 Jul 14

£1995

End Start Jun 26 Jul 28 Jul 10 Aug 11 Jul 24 Aug 25

End Start Aug 07 Sep 08 Aug 21 Sep 04

£1995

End Sep 18

2019

Start Jun 02

2019

End May08 May15 May29

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBĲ | START JERUSALEM & FINISH TEL AVIV Start Apr 28 May05 May19

Start Sep 22

End Oct 02

£2055

£1955

Start Dec 08 Dec 29

£1875

End Start Dec 18 2020 Jan 08 Jan 05 Jan 19

End

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£1875

End Feb 12 Feb 26

2020

End Nov 06 Nov 20 Dec 04

2019

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Start Mar 01 Mar 15

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

The one that explores the birthplace of civilisation in 11 days, from vibrant culture to ancient relics

End Mar 11 Mar 25

£1935

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBIJ: Single room supplement of £895. WWIJ: Single room supplement of £825. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/ staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

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AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

CAPE, SAFARI & FALLS 11

FROM

DAYS

4 nights in hotels, 5 nights in African Lodges and 1 night Contiki Special Stay - luxury camping (twinshare dome tents) in the Chobe National Park

£1785

COUNTRIES

10 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

NEW TRIP

15 INCLUDED MEALS 10 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 4 dinners (D)

FROM

£163

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manger & Local Guides. Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations. All private transport, from coaches to safari vehicles, 2 internal flights. Local taxes, payments, service charges

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Table Mountain Cable Car • Wildlife spotting in National Parks • Walk along Victoria Falls

4.6 OVERALL RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Visit a Penguin Colony, Cape Town F Bungee Jumping, Victoria Falls F Sunset Cruise, Chobe River

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

CHOBE NATIONAL PARK, BOTSWANA

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Nightstops

Special Stay

ZAMBIA

CHOBE

END

VICTORIA FALLS ZIMBABWE

BOTSWANA 3

Johannesburg ATLANTIC OCEAN

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

SOUTH AFRICA

INDIAN OCEAN

START

CAPE TOWN

START 6PM CAPE TOWN

DAY 1ÌCAPE TOWN The adventure begins! Drop off your bags at the hotel & meet your Trip Manager & new Contiki fam in the lobby. We'll all walk across to the food market next door for your choice of dinner along with some drinks to get to know each other. Hotel (D)

DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌCAPE TOWN Our time here is dedicated to sightseeing, starting with a cable car ride up Table Mountain & a city tour of Cape Town. You have free time to explore the city or relax on the beach. On Day 3, take advantage of excursions to Cape Point & Boulders Beach or treat yourself to a local wine tour. (B)(B) • Visit Table Mountain • City Tour • Visit the Water Front F Cape Point & Boulders Beach Tour F Wine Tour

CAPE TOWN

CHOBE

DAYS 4Ì- 6ÌKRUGER NATIONAL PARK After a short flight to Johannesburg, we'll drive along the famed Panorama Route to Kruger National Park. The next 2 days will be dedicated to venturing through this game-dense Park from sunrise to sunset with breaks in the midday heat, to capture glimpses of Africa's Big Five while the air is cooler. African Lodge Hotel (B,D)(B)(B,D) • Full day game drives in Kruger National Park

DAYS 7Ì- 8Ì VICTORIA FALLS After a flight from Johannesburg, we'll arrive at Victoria Falls to explore one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world. Opt for a bungee jump, river swing or zipline over the Zambezi river. On Day 8 you can sign up for white water rafting or a scenic helicopter flight. African Lodge (B)(L)(B) • Tour of one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World F Bungee Jump F Gorge Swing F Zip line over the mighty Zambezi River F River raft the Zambezi River (rated no.2 in the world) F Scenic Helicopter ﬂight over the falls & neighbouring Game Reserve F Tribal Trap Escape room F The Boma - African Dinner & Drum Show

KRUGER NATIONAL PARK

DAYS 9Ì- 10ÌCHOBE We leave the Falls behind & cross the border to Botswana & the Chobe National Park. Today is a non-stop action adventure spotting wildlife as we drive along the Chobe river, surrounded by wilderness that houses the largest density of elephants in the world. Our evening is topped off by a night sleeping under the African stars in our very own private Contiki site in the middle of Chobe National Park. (B,D)(B)(B) « Luxury Safari Camping Special Stay • Game Drive in Chobe National Park F Sunset game viewing Cruise

DAY 11ÌCHOBE It's time for our last breakfast together this morning then get ready for sad farewells at Kasane Airport or take a complimentary transfer back to Victoria Falls ready for your next adventure. (B) END 10AM KASANE AIRPORT OR 1PM VICTORIA FALLS

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1899

■ ■ ■

£1899

■

End Jun 19 Jul 03

Start Jul 07 Jul 21 Aug 04 Aug 18

£1785

End Jul 17 Jul 31 Aug 14 Aug 28

Start Sep 01 Sep 15 Sep 29

£1785

End Sep 11 Sep 25 Oct 09

Start Oct 13 Oct 27 Nov 10

£1815

● ●

End Oct 23 Nov 06 Nov 20

Start Nov 24 Dec 08 Dec 22

£1825

● ● ●

End Dec 04 Dec 18 Jan 01

2020

End Start Apr 17 Jun 09 May08 Jun 23 May22 Jun 05

2019

■

2019

Start Apr 07 Apr 28 May12 May26

2019

SUMMER 2019 | CODE:BBSA | START CAPE TOWN & FINISH KASANE/VIC FALLS Start 2020 Jan 05

End ●

Jan 15

£1945

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £389. Trip starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am. ● These trips will stay only in lodge accommodation during the 2 night stay in Chobe. There is no camping due to the rainy season. ■ Accommodation for these departures will be based on the Zambian side of Victoria Falls, the remaining departures will be based on the Zimbabwean side. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#CAPESAFARIFALLS

VICTORIA FALLS

Places visited 1

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

The one that combines Cape Town, Kruger National Park & Victoria Falls

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

#EASTAFRICASAFARI

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

EAST AFRICA SAFARI 13

FROM

DAYS

2 nights in twin-share hotels, 2 nights in African Lodges & nights in Luxury Safari Tents including 8 nights in a Contiki Special Stay inside the Serengeti National Park

£3149

COUNTRIES

12 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

NEW TRIP

32 INCLUDED MEALS 12 breakfasts (B) 10 lunches (L) 10 dinners (D)

ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver/Guide team will take you around East Africa in 7 seater poptop safari vehicles & all local taxes & service charges

FROM

£243

PER DAY

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • Morning & afternoon Game drives in all National Parks in 7-seater pop-top safari vehicles • Elephant Orphanage Sanctuary Visit • Visit the Giraffe Centre

4.6 OVERALL RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Balloon Safari F Maasai Village Tour

TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK

SERENGETI, TANZANIA

TARANGIRE, TANZANIA

MASAI MARA, KENYA

LAKE ELEMENTAITA, KENYA

CONTIKI.COM/EAST-AFRICA-SAFARI

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

186 187

SEE EVEN MORE

DAY 1ÌNAIROBI Touch down in Nairobi. You'll be greeted by a transfer rep & taken through the city in private transportation to your accommodation for the night. Set your bags down at the hotel & feel the excitement build as your Trip Manager runs through the itinerary. This evening, head out for a local dinner with your new Contiki fam. Hotel

DAY 4ÌLAKE ELEMENTAITA We'll treat ourselves to one last morning drive in the Masai Mara before we head north, passing through Lake Naivasha where some scenes from the epic film ‘Out of Africa’ were shot. We wind up on the shores of Lake Elementaita for a buffet dinner & accommodation this evening. African Lodge (B,L,D) • See Lake Naivasha, ﬁlm set for "Out of Africa"

Nightstops

Special Stay

#EASTAFRICASAFARI

START 6PM NAIROBI

Want to explore even more of Africa? Combine with Cape, Safari & Falls p.184 & save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

LAKE ELEMENTAITA 1

UGANDA

KENYA

MASAI MARA SERENGETI

1 2

2 1

DAYS 5Ì- 6Ì AMBOSELI Today we are lucky enough to get up & close to some of Africa's biggest animals at the giraffe centre & elephant orphanage sanctuary, on our way to tonight's lodge at the edge of the Amboseli National Park. Next morning we'll set out for iconic shots of wildlife to a backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro. You'll have the chance to do a Maasai village tour before tonight, when we enjoy a final Kenyan Bush Dinner. Luxury Safari Tents (B,L,D)(B,L,D) • Visit The Giraffe Centre • Elephant orphanage sanctuary visit F Maasai Village Tour

TARANGIRE

DAY 7ÌARUSHA Tanzania is calling & we're ready to explore! When we arrive in Arusha, you'll be delivered to the hotel to drop off your bags. Find yourself some local dinner before turning in for an early night. Part Two of our African Adventure starts tomorrow! Hotel (B) DAYS 8Ì- 9Ì TARANGIRE We’ll meet our Local Guides & jump into the safari vehicles. After we reach our lodge, we depart for an afternoon game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant Baobab trees & herds of elephant. Next morning,

MASAI MARA

AMBOSELI

END

ARUSHA

DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌMASAI MARA We’ll start with breakfast before meeting our Local Guides & loading up in the safari vehicles for the start of our great Masai Mara trip. We'll pass through the Great Rift Valley as we arrive at our lodge, with your first game drive in the afternoon. Day 3 is dedicated to a search for Africa's elusive big cats, with both a morning & evening game drive in the reserve famous for the Great Migration. Luxury Safari Tents (B,L,D)(B,L,D) • Afternoon Game Drive in the Masai Mara F Morning Balloon Safari

START

NAIROBI

NGOROGORO CRATER

MASAI MARA

INDIAN OCEAN

TANZANIA

an early start will give us a full day back in the park, in the hopes for a glimpse of its elusive predators & beautiful landscapes. African Lodge Luxury Safari Tents (B,L,D)(B,L,D) • Game Drive in Tarangire National Park DAYS 10Ì- 11Ì SERENGETI After breakfast we'll enjoy incredible valley & crater views as we drive toward & through the endless vast plains of the Serengeti. Tonight our accommodation is luxury Safari tents surrounded by wildlife under the stars of the African sky. On Day 5 we spend a full day seeking out the wildlife of Africa's plains, including wildebeest, zebra

& their pursuing predators. (B,L,D)(B,L,D) « Game Drive in the Serengeti National Park • Mto Wa Mbu Village Tour & local market visit F Balloon Safari DAY 12Ì NGOROGORO CRATER Enjoy some breakfast before we depart the Serengeti with a morning game drive on our way back to Ngorongoro Crater: an ancient volcano, boasting one of the highest densities of predators stalking the abundant wildlife enclosed inside the volcano's centre. A true natural wonder, only found in Africa. African lodge (B,L,D) « Game drive in the Ngorongoro Crater

DAY 13ÌARUSHA It's your last chance to do some souvenir shopping this morning, before we enjoy a final spectacular view of the Rift Valley on our way back to Arusha. With full hearts & memories made, it's time to say fond farewells to your new lifelong friends & to our African adventure. (B) • Rift Valley View • Africa Galeria Souvenir Shop visit END 1PM ARUSHA

GOT MORE TIME?

Why not add on Kilimanjaro-Marangu, Kilimanjaro - Rongai or Zanzibar p.191

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£3149

£3279

£3409

Start Sep 01 Sep 15 Sep 29 Oct 13

£3409

End Sep Sep Oct Oct

13 27 11 25

Start Oct 27

£3319

End Nov 08

Start Nov 10 Nov 24 Dec 08

£3249

End Nov 22 Dec 06 Dec 20

Start Dec 22

£3685

End Jan 03

2020

End Jul 19 Aug 02 Aug 16 Aug 30

2019

Start Jul 07 Jul 21 Aug 04 Aug 18

2019

End Jun 21

2019

Start Jun 09

2019

End May24

2019

SUMMER 2019/20Ì| CODE:BBEAM | START NAIROBI & FINISH ARUSHA Start May12

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

The one that combines the lush Kenyan plains & abundant Tanzanian wildlife in one, packed with all the essentials included

Start 2020 Jan 05

End Jan 17

£3465

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £619. Trip starts 6:00pm in Nairobi & ends approx. 1:00pm in Arusha. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p193.

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/KENYAN-HIGHLIGHTS

KENYAN HIGHLIGHTS AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

DAYS

£1329

Unique Special Stays: 1 night in a twin-share hotel, 1 night in an African Lodge, & 4 nights in Luxury Safari twin-share tents

16 INCLUDED MEALS

£190

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

6 breakfasts (B) 5 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D)

SEE EVEN MORE

FROM

COUNTRY

6 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

#KENYANHIGHLIGHTS

FROM

NEW TRIP

4.6 OVERALL RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver/Guide team will take you around East Africa in 7 seater poptop safari vehicles & all Local taxes & service charges

Want to explore even more of Africa? Combine with Cape, Safari & Falls p.184 & save up to 5% with our multi-trip discount on selected departures.

• Every Game Drive and all park fees to ensure you have the best chance of seeing Africa’s iconic wildlife • Visit The Giraffe Centre

F Balloon Safari F Maasai Village Tour

The one that gives you a week of pure Masai magic in picturesque Kenya Caption

KENYA

LAKE ELEMENTAITA 1

NAIROBI

MASAI MARA 2 1

Nightstops

MASAI MARA

START 6PM NAIROBI

DAY 1ÌNAIROBI Touch down in Nairobi! You'll be greeted by a transfer rep & taken through the city in private transportation to your accommodation for the night. Set your bags down at the hotel & feel the excitement build as your Trip Manager runs through the itinerary. This evening, head out for a local dinner with your new Contiki fam. Hotel

NAIROBI

DAYS 2Ì- 3Ì MASAI MARA We’ll start with breakfast before meeting our Local Guides & loading up in the safari vehicles for the start of our great Masai Mara trip. We'll pass through

the Great Rift Valley as we arrive at our lodge, with your first game drive in the afternoon. Day 3 is dedicated to a search for Africa's elusive big cats, with both a morning & evening game drive in the reserve famous for the Great Migration. Luxury Safari Tents (B,L,D)(B,L,D) • Morning & afternoon game drives with a chance of seeing Lion & Cheetah F Balloon Safari Experience DAY 4ÌLAKE ELEMENTAITA We'll treat ourselves to one last morning drive in the Masai Mara before we head north, passing

AMBOSELI

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

through Lake Naivasha where some scenes from the epic film 'Out of Africa' were shot. We wind up on the shores of Lake Elementaita for a buffet dinner & accommodation this evening. African Lodge (B,L,D) • See Lake Naivasha, ﬁlm setting for "Out of Africa" DAYS 5Ì- 6Ì AMBOSELI Today we are lucky enough to get up close & personal with some of Africa's biggest animals at the giraffe centre & elephant orphanage sanctuary, on our way to tonight's lodge at the edge of the Amboseli National Park. Next morning we'll set out for iconic shots of

wildlife to a backdrop of Mt Kilimanjaro, before we drive back to Nairobi. Luxury Safari Tents (B,L,D)(B,L,D) • Visit The Giraffe Centre • Visit the orphaned baby elephants rehabilitation centre • Game drives in Amboseli National Park F Maasai Village Tour DAY 7ÌNAIROBI After a final breakfast, we’ll have one last opportunity of game viewing as we drive through Amboseli & then back up to Nairobi where the trip will end. (B) • Morning Game drive in Amboseli NP END 1PM NAIROBI

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1329

£1399

End Jul 13 Jul 27 Aug 10 Aug 24

Start Sep 01 Sep 15 Sep 29 Oct 13

£1399

End Sep Sep Oct Oct

Start 07 Oct 27 21 05 19

£1399

End Nov 02

Start Nov 10 Nov 24 Dec 08

£1329

End Nov 16 Nov 30 Dec 14

Start Dec 22

£1535

End Dec 28

2020

Start Jul 07 Jul 21 Aug 04 Aug 18

2019

End May18 Jun 15

2019

Start May12 Jun 09

2019

SUMMER 2019/20Ì| CODE:BBKHM | START NAIROBI & FINISH NAIROBI Start 2020 Jan 05

End Jan 11

£1405

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £289. Trip starts 6:00pm & ends at 1:00pm. Note: This trip is part of a wider adventure. Some travellers will be continuing their Contiki journey on the East Africa Safari trip. Why not join them if you have time. See p.186. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/TASTE-TANZANIA

188 189

TASTE OF TANZANIA 1

DAYS

THE DETAILS

FROM

£1779

COUNTRY

16 INCLUDED MEALS

6 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

£255

6 breakfasts (B) 5 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D)

PER DAY

ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver/Guide team will take you around East Africa in 7 seater poptop safari vehicles & all local taxes & service charges

• Every Game Drive and all park fees to ensure you have the best chance of seeing Africa’s iconic wildlife

4.6 OVERALL RATING

FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Balloon Safari F Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

The one that will see you safari your way around Tanzania's wondrous wildlife SERENGETI, TANZANIA

SERENGETI

START 6PM ARUSHA

SERENGETI 2

NGOROGORO CRATER

1 1

ARUSHA

TARANGIRE

DAY 1ÌARUSHA Touch down in Africa at Kilimanjaro Airport & jump straight on the transfer to Arusha. You'll be greeted by a transfer rep who will deliver you to your hotel to drop off your bags & meet your crew. Your Trip Manager will run through the plan for the ultimate 7 days of African adventure ahead of you. Hotel (B)

TANZANIA

Nightstops

Special Stay

DAYS 2Ì- 3Ì TARANGIRE We’ll meet our Local Guides & jump into the safari vehicles. After we reach our lodge, we depart for an afternoon game drive in Tarangire National Park, famous for its giant Baobab trees & herds of

elephants. Next morning, an early start will give us a full day back in the park, in the hopes for a glimpse of its elusive predators & beautiful landscapes. (B,L)(D) F Game Drive in Tarangire National Park

pursuing predators. (B)(L)(D,B)(L)(D) « Luxury Safari Tents Special Stay • Serengeti Game Drives • Mto Wa Mbu Village Tour & local market F Balloon Safari

DAYS 4Ì- 5Ì SERENGETI After breakfast we'll enjoy incredible valley & crater views as we drive toward & through the endless vast plains of the Serengeti. Tonight our accommodation is luxury Safari tents surrounded by wildlife under the stars of the African sky. On Day 5 we spend a full day seeking out the wildlife of Africa's plains, including wildebeest, zebra & their

DAY 6 NOROGORO CRATER Enjoy some breakfast before we depart the Serengeti with a morning game drive on our way back to Ngorongoro Crater: an ancient volcano, boasting one of the highest densities of predators stalking the abundant wildlife enclosed inside the volcano's centre. A true natural wonder, only found in Africa. African Lodge (B,L,D) • Game Drive

DAY 7ÌARUSHA It's our last chance to do some souvenir shopping this morning, before we enjoy a final spectacular view of the Rift Valley on our way back to Arusha. With full hearts & memories made, it's time to say fond farewells to your new lifelong friends & to our African adventure. (B) • Africa Galeria Souvenir Shop visit END 1PM ARUSHA

SEE EVEN MORE

Want to explore even more of Africa? Check out Cape, Safari & Falls & discover the wonders of Kenya too.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£1779

£1905

Start Jul 13 Jul 27 Aug 10 Aug 24

£1969

End Jul 19 Aug 02 Aug 16 Aug 30

Start Sep 07 Sep 21 Oct 05 Oct 19

£1969

End Sep Sep Oct Oct

13 27 11 25

Start Nov 02 Nov 16 Nov 30 Dec 14

£1875

End Nov 08 Nov 22 Dec 06 Dec 20

Start Dec 28

£2114

End Jan 03

2020

End Jun 21

2019

Start Jun 15

2019

End May24

2019

Start May18

2019

SUMMER 2019/20Ì| CODE:BBTTM | START ARUSHA & FINISH ARUSHA Start 2020 Jan 11

End Jan 17

£2019

* Prices above are per person based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £330. Trip starts 6:00pm & ends at 1:00pm. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture - our 13 day East Africa Safari. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the group. For more ways to save see p.31. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.193.

#TASTEOFTANZANIA

1 night in twin-share hotels, 1 night in an African Lodge & 4 nights in Luxury Safari tents including a two night Special Stay in the middle of the Serengeti

FROM

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

THE NUMBERS

NEW TRIP

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM

2 nights in hotels, 5 nights in twin-share tents set up & carried by Porters 18 INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B) 6 lunches (L) 5 dinners (D) ESSENTIALS

NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • All meals, accommodation & guides

GOT MORE TIME Rongai & Managu climbs are ideally added to the end of Taste of Tanzania & East Africa Safari.

START 6PM KILIMANJARO AIRPORT

DAY 1ÌMOSHI TOWN You'll be collected from Kilimanjaro airport & taken to Our Hotel. Here you’ll have a climb briefing plus dinner. Hotel (D) DAY 2ÌSIMBA We'll drive through villages & coffee plantations to Nale Muru (1,950 m/6,398 ft). The hike begins! We'll climb from wide fields to a pine forest surrounded by wildlife until we reach Simba Camp (2,600 m/8,530 ft), with extensive views over the Kenyan plains. Tent (B,L,D)

NEW TRIP

6 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 2 nights in hotels, 4 nights in multi-share mountain huts 15 INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B) 5 lunches (L) 4 dinners (D) ESSENTIALS An experienced Englishspeaking Local Guide with a team of Porters & Cooks. See p.193 for more info on our essentials NO REGRETS INCLUSIONS • All meals, accommodation & guides

GOT MORE TIME Rongai & Managu climbs are ideally added to the end of Taste of Tanzania & East Africa Safari.

SEE CONTIKI.COM/KILIMANJARO-RONGAI FOR PRICING.

COUNTRY

DAY 3ÌKIKELEWA Load up on breakfast because today's hike will be approximately 6-7 hours walking. We spend the night resting up at camp at an altitude of 3600m. Tent (B,L,D) DAY 4Ì MAWENZI TARN We'll take a short & steep morning climb of 3-4 hours, with the afternoon to acclimatise & time to explore. Tent (B,L,D) DAY 5ÌKIBO HUT Today we cross the incredible lunar desert, approx 5-6 hours walking, to reach Kibo hut. Tent

SUMMER 2019/20Ì| CODE:BBKR | START KILIMANJARO AIRPORT & FINISH KILIMANJARO AIRPORT deps all year between Apr 01 Dec 31

DAY 6ÌHOROMBO (UHURU PEAK) The peak is calling! Rise & shine at midnight & prepare for departure before dawn. We'll reach Gilman's Point early morning for views of the crater & icecaps. Another 2 hours of hiking takes us to Kilimanjaro's true summit & Africa's highest point, Uhuru Peak, by 9 AM. Success! We descend back to the Horombo Huts for dinner & sleep. Tent (B,L,D)

Places visited 1

KENYA

Nightstops SIMB MBA BA

1 Uhuru Peak

HOROMBO HUT

DAY 7ÌMOSHI TOWN Wake up, pack, & descend through moorland & lush forests. Once we’re back to our hotel in Moshi, it’s definitely time for celebration! Hotel (B)

KIK KE

MAWENZI TARN KIBO HUT 1

2 TANZANIA

MOSHI TOWN

DAY 8ÌMOSHI TOWN The morning transfer takes you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for a final goodbye. (B) END AFTER BREAKFAST KILIMANJARO AIRPORT

deps all year between Jan 1 Apr 30

NOTE: THIS TRIP DEPARTS FREQUENTLY WITH MULTIPLE DEPARTURES PER WEEK IN HIGH SEASON AND REQUIRES A MINIMUM OF TWO PEOPLE ON THE TRIP TO OPERATE- PLEASE CONTACT US DIRECTLY FOR AVAILABILITY OR REFER TO CONTIKI.COM/KILIMANJARO-RONGAI

KILIMANJARO

* Prices are per person based on multi-share, for more information see p.193. There needs to be a minimum of 2 travellers for the trip to run. Start 6:00pm at Kilimanjaro Airport & end after breakfast at Kilimanjaro Airport. These are small group tours & will not have a Contiki Trip Manager but a Local Guide. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product. Trips are subject to availability & are on request basis only. For travel insurance see p.193

MARANGU KILI CLIMB THE DETAILS

CONTIKI.COM/KILIMANJARO-RONGAI

HOW MUCH & WHEN

DAYS

START 6PM KILIMANJARO AIRPORT

DAY 1ÌMOSHI TOWN You'll be collected from Kilimanjaro airport & taken to Our Hotel. Here you’ll have a climb briefing, dinner, & time to prepare before bunking down for the night. Hotel (D) DAY 2Ì MARANGU HUT We set off from the National Park Gate at Marangu with 3-4 hours climbing altitude. Mountain Hut (B,L,D) DAY 3ÌHOROMBO We start with a steep ascent through the forest, opening out to grassy moorland. If we're lucky we'll get a good view of Kibo & Mawenzi peaks. After 4-6 hours of climbing

NEW TRIP

COUNTRY

SEE CONTIKI.COM/KILIMANJARO-MARANGU FOR PRICING.

we'll reach Horombo, our hut accommodation for tonight. Mountain Hut (B,L,D)

back to the Horombo Huts for dinner & sleep. Mountain Hut (B,L,D)

DAY 4ÌKIBO Today we climb gradually towards the lunar desert of the Saddle between Mawenzi & Kibo. After 4-5 hours, we reach Kibo Hut (4,700 m.) Mountain Hut

DAY 6Ì MOSHI TOWN We re-trace our steps with a 5-6 hour walk through moorlands & through lush forest back to the National Park Gate. Once back to the hotel, it’s defintely time for a celebration. Hotel (B,L,D)

DAY 5ÌHOROMBO (UHURU PEAK) Rise & shine! Prepare for departure with flashlights & warm layers before dawn. Our aim is to reach Gilman's Point, 5-6 hours away, by sunrise. Another 2 hours of hiking past glaciers will take you to Kilimanjaro's true summit & Africa's highest point, Uhuru Peak. Success! We descend

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DAY 7ÌMOSHI TOWN Say goodbye to your trip mates & give yourself a huge pat on the back. The morning transfer takes you to Kilimanjaro International Airport for a final goodbye. (B)

Places visited 1

KENYA

Nightstops

Uhuru Peak

HOROMBO HUT

TANZANIA

KIBO HUT 2 1

MARANGU HUT

MOSHI TOWN

END AFTER BREAKFAST KILIMANJARO AIRPORT

HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2019/20Ì| CODE:BBKM | START KILIMANJARO AIRPORT & FINISH KILIMANJARO AIRPORT deps all year between Apr 01 Dec 30

2020

#CONTIKIKILIMANJARO

An experienced Englishspeaking Local Guide with a team of Porters & Cooks. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

DAYS

2020

7 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

2019

THE DETAILS

2019

AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

RONGAI KILI CLIMB

deps all year between Jan 1 Apr 30

KILIMANJARO

* Prices are per person based on multi-share, for more information see p.193. There needs to be a minimum of 2 travellers for the trip to run. Start 6:00pm & end after breakfast. These are small group tours & will not have a Contiki Trip Manager but a Local Guide. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product. Trips are subject to availability & are on request basis only.

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

CONTIKI.COM/ZANZIBAR-BEACH

190 191

ZANZIBAR BEACH ESCAPE FROM

NEW TRIP

FROM

DAYS

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN BEACH BUNGALOWS 3 nights in twin share beach bungalows

3 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

3 breakfasts (B)

Airport transfers are both included. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

F Spice tour/ Stone town by night

£280

£70 PER DAY

DAY 1ÌZANZIBAR And...relax! You’ll be picked up from Zanzibar Airport and transferred to your rustic bungalow, nestled up against the perfect white sands and unbelievable jewel-hued waters that make Zanzibar look like paradise. The next 3 nights are yours to get away from it all, with the only agenda item being beachside chill. Hotel DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌZANZIBAR The next couple of days are yours to spend living your best island

ZANZIBAR

DAY 4ÌZANZIBAR

life. Try exploring this chilled-out fishing village & sip a fresh coconut in the sun, sign up for a diving trip or swim in the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Hotel (B)(B)

Enjoy your last breakfast in this island paradise before check out at 10am. You'll be transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight. (B)

HOW MUCH & WHEN

£360

£320

£360

£280

deps all year between Dec 21 Jan 08

£360

deps all year between Jan 09 Jan 31

£320

2020

deps all year between Nov 01 Dec 20

2020

deps all year between Oct 01 Oct 31

2019

deps all year between Sep 01 Sep 30

2019/20

£280

deps all year between Jun 28 Aug 31

2019

deps all year between Apr 01 Jun 27

2019

SUMMER 2019/20Ì| CODE:BBZV | START ABEID AMANI KARUME INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT & FINISH ABEID AMANI KARUME INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT deps all year between Feb 01 Apr 30

£340

NOTE: THE ABOVE TRIP DEPARTS DAILY 1ST APRIL, 2019 - 30TH APRIL, 2020. * Prices above are per person based on twin-share, if you are travelling solo we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement from £80. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product. Got More time? Why not combine this trip with one of our other Africa trips, See p.180. For travel insurance see p.193.

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AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST

CONTIKI.COM/ZANZIBAR-RESORT

ZANZIBAR RESORT ESCAPE FROM

DAYS

COUNTRY

£250

NEW TRIP

FROM

£63 PER DAY

3 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

3 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

3 nights twinshare luxurious resort style hotel accommodation

3 breakfasts (B)

Airport transfers are both included. See p.193 for more info on our essentials

F Spice tour/ Stone town by night

HOW MUCH & WHEN

ZANZIBAR

DAYS 2Ì- 3ÌZANZIBAR The next couple of days are yours to spend living your best island life. Try exploring Stone Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site or swim in the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Hotel (B)(B)

DAY 4ÌZANZIBAR

Enjoy your last breakfast in this island paradise before check out at 10am. You'll be transferred to Zanzibar Airport for your departure flight. (B)

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DAY 1ÌZANZIBAR Ready for total bliss? You’ve arrived in the home of white sand beaches, sparkling turquoise waters and the ancient seat of Sultans. You’ll be picked up from Zanzibar Airport and transferred to your luxurious resort-style hotel, equipped with all the essentials for spending your next 3 nights at leisure. Hotel

deps all year between Apr 01 ● Jan 31

2020

2019/20

SUMMER 2019/20Ì| CODE:BBZR | START ABEID AMANI KARUME INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT & FINISH ABEID AMANI KARUME INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

£250

deps all year between Feb 01 ● Apr 30

£260

NOTE: THE ABOVE TRIP DEPARTS DAILY 1ST APRIL, 2019 - 30TH APRIL, 2020. ● Easter supplements apply 17th - 21st April 2019 and 8th - 12th April 2020. * Prices above are per person based on twin-share, if you are travelling solo we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement from £110. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product. Got More time? Why not combine this trip with one of our other Africa trips, See p.180. For travel insurance see p.193

CONTIKI.COM/GORILLA-TREK NEW TRIP

START 7AM ENTEBBE AIRPORT, UGANDA

DAYS

COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS IN AFRICAN LODGES 3 nights in African Lodges

9 INCLUDED MEALS

ESSENTIALS

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

3 breakfasts (B) 3 lunches (L) 3 dinners (D)

An experienced Driver/Guide & safari included

F Spice tour/ Stone town by night

SEE CONTIKI.COM/GORILLA-TREK FOR PRICING.

HOW MUCH & WHEN deps all year between Apr 1 Dec 31

2020

2019

SUMMER 2019/20Ì| CODE:BBGT | START ENTEBBE & FINISH ENTEBBE deps all year between Jan 1 Apr 30

DAY 1ÌBWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST RESERVE, UGANDA Upon arrival at Entebbe airport, you'll be met by a rep who will introduce you to your team & driver guide. Today is spent driving from the Lake Victoria Basin to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, passing Ugandan villages & beautiful countryside before the Kigezui mountains. African Lodge (L,D) DAY 2ÌBWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST RESERVE This is the day you've been waiting for! After an early breakfast, we'll drive to the nearby park offices to attend a Gorilla briefing. Our incredible gorilla trek

begins. We’ll spend an enchanting and unforgettable hour with a mountain gorilla family here in the wilderness of their natural habitat. African Lodge (B,L,D) • Gorilla Trek, Incl up to 1 hour with Gorilla group F Community village visit (time permitting) F Batwa cultural experience (time permitting) DAY 3ÌLAKE MBURO After breakfast, we take a morning drive through terraced evergreen mountains & stop at Mantana Lake Tented Camp for lunch. A late afternoon game drive takes you wildlife-spotting, this time for Zebra, Impala, Topi, Cape Buffalo & other plains game. African Lodge (B,L,D) • Afternoon game drive

DAY 4ÌENTEBBE Rise & shine for a final morning game drive followed by breakfast at the camp. After breakfast you'll get driven back to Entebbe & dropped at the airport for your onward flight. It's goodbye for now but you'll leave with plenty of photos & memories to revisit this adventure for a long time to come. (B) END 1PM ENTEBBE AIRPORT

UGANDA

* See contiki.com/gorilla-trek for pricing. Prices are per person, if you are travelling solo we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx 1:00pm. There needs to be a minimum of 2 travellers for the trip to run. Subject to Gorilla permit availability. Permits need to be purchased up front & are not refundable. If permits can only be acquired in the Ruhija sector then an additional fee will be charged. Note: This trip is not a Contiki exclusive product. Got More time? Why not combine this trip with one of our other Africa trips, See p.180. For travel insurance see p.193.

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GORILLA TREK

BOOKING CONDITIONS Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below. The following Booking Conditions, have to the extent possible, been based on the UK interpretation of the European Community Package Travel Directive.

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATION On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is made between you and Contiki Holidays Limited (Registered in Guernsey No. 50681 (Contiki)) only upon your booking being confirmed and accepted by us and our communication thereof to you or your travel agent. 2. YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION Contiki are a member of ABTA and hold ATOL Number 10144 issued by the Civil Aviation Authority, which provide for your protection in the event of our insolvency. Only bookings from countries subject to the EU Package Travel Directive will receive financial protection from ABTA & CAA. Many of the flights and flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed in this brochure. Please ask us to confirm what protection may apply to your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certificate but all the parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. Please see our booking conditions for information, or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. Any monies paid to us for non-licensable products (accommodation and packages which do not include flight elements) are protected by means of a bond held by us with ABTA. This means that if, in the unlikely event of our insolvency, the accommodation or package cannot be provided, the client will receive their money back or, if their stay has started, arrangements will be made for them to be able to continue as planned. 3. PRICE GUARANTEE Prices in this brochure are based on costs and exchange rates as of 18th July, 2018. No surcharge in respect of costs or currency fluctuations will be made within 30 days of the commencement of the land content of any holiday or once payment of the deposit of your land trip has been received. The price of your travel arrangements can be varied due to changes in transportation costs such as fuel, scheduled airfares and any other airline cost changes which are part of the contract between airlines (and their agents) and the trip operator or organiser. The price of your travel arrangements can also be varied due to government action such as changes in VAT or any other government imposed changes and currency changes in relation to an exchange rate variation. In the case of any small variation, an amount equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes any amendment charges, will be absorbed or retained. For larger variations this 2% will still be absorbed for increases but not retained from refunds. Should the price of your holiday go down, by more than 2% of your holiday cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place. In either case there will be an administration charge of £1.00 per person together with an amount to cover agents’ commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you may cancel your travel arrangements and receive a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your final invoice. Whether you cancel or not you will also be entitled, on the terms set out in respect of major changes in clause 4.3 below, to accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements from us if we are able to do so. 4. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY 4.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your booking in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. 4.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we will give you reasonable notice thereof, in the circumstances, and where available, offer you a comparable alternative. Where cancellation is necessary, a minimum period of 45 days notice will be given by us unless the circumstances leading to the cancellation were beyond our reasonable control. 4.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Contiki holiday without payment of any transfer fee. 4.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure (i.e. circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond Contiki’s control) we will give a full refund of any monies paid to us less reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect of your booking. 4.5 Contiki is not responsible for the cost of any other travel arrangements affected due to cancellation or the rescheduling of any holiday. 5. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS 5.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (September, 2018) but we cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available especially where we have no direct control over it. 5.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing trips and transportation to give you good value for money. 5.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve trip itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations. 5.4 We reserve the right to alter or substitute the type, size of vehicle and/or the style of transport mentioned in the brochure, resulting in occasionally having to utilise transport without some of the features promoted including WiFi & power outlets. 5.5 Complimentary WiFi service is available in many Contiki guestrooms and/or the public areas of most properties. In many itineraries there is paid WiFi on-board the coaches. The WiFi on the coaches uses the cellular phone network and as a result the connection will be slower than standard broadband and at times may not be available. In some countries and on some coaches this service will not be available, in particular regional tours in Egypt, Southern & Eastern Africa, Israel & Jordan. 6. LIABILITY 6.1 When you buy a flight inclusive holiday, all monies you pay to the travel agent are held by them on behalf and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust at all times. This is subject to the agent’s obligation to pay it to us for so long as we do not fail. In the event of failure, any money held at that time by the agent, or subsequently accepted from you by them, is and continues to be held on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us. Full payment for International flights (excluding those which are included in and not in addition to your chosen holiday) must be remitted at time of booking or within 7 days

depending on the airlines ticketing deadline and is non-refundable, non-transferable and non-changeable. When you buy a holiday not including a flight, all monies you pay to the travel agent are held by them on our behalf at all times. 6.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any interest earned on such monies. 6.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel agent or otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or full payment, may be disbursed by us as and when we see fit, in respect of the services to be provided and/or fees payable under your selected holiday. The payment of a deposit or any other monies in respect of your holiday shall be deemed to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof as aforesaid.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of £60, per person per trip must be submitted to Contiki within 7 days in respect of that holiday. If a booking is made within 45 days of departure from your home country full payment is due at time of booking creation. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first installment of the holiday price by Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent. 1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non-refundable deposit of £60 per person, per trip, which must be within 7 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled. 1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if clients’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled. 1.4 Gorilla Trek. If you wish to book a trip including the Gorilla Trek you will be required to make an additional non-refundable deposit of £560 at the time of booking. Your reservations agent will advise you of the additional amount required. 2. PAYING THE BALANCE 2.1 Important: Contiki does not charge any additional fees for using a credit card to pay for our trips. 2.2 The balance of the holiday price must be paid by no later than 45 days prior to the scheduled holiday departure date from your home country. This date will be stated on the confirmation issued to you/your agent by Contiki. When making multi-trip bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days prior to the scheduled departure date of the first departing trip. 2.3 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki. 2.4 Tickets and other documents will not be forwarded until full payment has been received by us. 2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure from your home country, the full cost of the holiday will be payable immediately on booking and we reserve the right to provide all travel documents via email. 2.6 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods. 3. IF YOU CANCEL 3.1 FlexDeposit : We know that travel plans can change. If you need to cancel for any reason, your deposit will remain secure until you’re ready to use it. Or if you can’t go, your deposit value is also transferable, so you can gift your deposit at no extra cost. The value of the original deposit can be used as credit towards booking a new trip. The original deposit refers to the trip deposit only and excludes any additional deposits such as Gorilla Trek, or flights. Any monies already refunded are not applicable. The FlexDeposit will be applied as a discount on the final payment of your new trip. The amount allowed to be redeemed is equal to the original deposit amount paid. In the case of multiple deposits due to back to back trips, only one deposit amount can be credited per trip, they cannot be combined. However multiple trips can be booked using multiple FlexDeposits. Valid on all Contiki trips 7 days or longer. Credit is valid until the client turns 36. i.e fitting within Contiki’s age limit as per Contiki’s booking conditions. After turning 36 years of age, the FlexDeposit can be used with one of our sister brands, get inspired here www.ttc.com/brands/. Credit can also be gifted to family or friends. To gift to family or friend the customer must email confirmation to Contiki stating the nominated name. Gifting only valid within 5 calendar years of the original booking. (eg cancelled in 2014, valid on trips up to end of 2019). FlexDeposit is not valid on existing bookings. FlexDeposit has no cash value and is non-refundable. FlexDeposit is not combinable with Early Payment Discounts or Last Minute Deals within 120 days of original travel date. 3.2 Your deposit is non-refundable upon cancellation by you. 3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the estimate of cost and expenses incurred by us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the holiday price and is calculated as follows: KENYA & TANZANIA TRIPS: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE 45 days & over:............................................................................. Deposit is forfeited 44-31 days:........................................................................................50% of trip fare 30-16 days:........................................................................................75% of trip fare 15 days to day of departure: ...........................................................100% of trip fare UGANDA TRIPS: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE 45 days & over:............................................................................. Deposit is forfeited 44-31 days:........................................................................................50% of trip fare 30 days to day of departure: ...........................................................100% of trip fare SOUTHERN AFRICA TRIPS: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE 45 days & over:............................................................................. Deposit is forfeited 44-31 days:........................................................................................50% of trip fare 30-16 days:........................................................................................75% of trip fare 15 days to day of departure: ...........................................................100% of trip fare SOUTH AFRICA FLIGHTS: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE 42 days & over:.............................................................................10% of flight ticket 41-29 days:...................................................................................50% of flight ticket 28 days to day of departure: ......................................................100% of flight ticket EUROPE TRIPS: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE Over 45 days notice: ..................................................................... Deposit is forfeited 45-22 days:........................................................................................25% of trip fare 21-8 days: ..........................................................................................30% of trip fare 7-1 days: ............................................................................................50% of trip fare Day of departure: .............................................................................100% of trip fare Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company. Extra night accomodations that are cancelled within 14 days of booked date will incur a 100% cancellation fee, outside 14 days the following fees will be charged: 45-22 days............................................................................................................25% 21-15 days............................................................................................................30% All cancellation policies valid as at 20th September, 2018 and are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking. 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your trip booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the trip departure incur a 100% cancellation fee. 3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent. 4. INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE ARRANGEMENTS These cancellation/amendment charges apply for airline arrangements made by Contiki: Before airline ticket is issued: £30 per person fee After airline ticket is issued: £45 per person fee in addition to any airline-imposed penalties, which may be up to the full value of the ticket 5. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 5.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an alternate departure date of any available trip, you may do so subject to availability. 5.2 If the change is requested 45 days before the original trip departure no fee will be charged. 5.3 A change of booking within 45 days of original trip departure will be treated as a cancellation and normal cancellation fees will apply (as detailed in section 3). However trip deposits can be used as credit to a new trip, see FlexDeposit.

5.4 The new departure price would not be eligible for early payment discounts (EPD) if within 45 days before departure 5.5 A fee of £50 per person will be charged for name changes or name corrections together with any airline penalties and other cost or charges incurred. 5.6 A fee will be charged for any alteration to airline arrangements made by Contiki as per clause 4 6. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS 6.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, etc are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style. 6.2 Clients must be aged between 18 & 35 inclusive to travel on Contiki trips. Contiki’s holidays are specifically planned for those in the 18 through 35 age group. Consequently the facilities and activities on a Contiki holiday are not appropriate to persons outside this age bracket. If you have a question regarding the age groups, you are welcome to discuss this with a Contiki staff member. 6.3 Contiki must be advised of any medical conditions or physical disability requiring special attention before you book your holiday. If you do not advise us at this stage, we may refuse to accept your booking. We may also refuse you if we feel that the holiday chosen is not suitable without a suitably qualified companion. Contiki will try to help you with your requirements but cannot guarantee to do so, either on our own or our suppliers’ (such as hotels, restaurants and excursions) behalf. Many of our holidays involve getting on and off coaches, walking tours and other physical activities. Some holidays may not be suitable for you if you rely on a wheelchair or have certain other disabilities. The Company does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, toileting or dressing). Should your disability require you to have special assistance, it is a condition of Contiki accepting your booking that you provide evidence satisfactory to us that an able-bodied person will accompany you and is able to provide any special needs or services that you may require. Contiki will not be responsible for the failure of this person to provide these services .The Company does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense. The Company is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on trip, or for the quality of the care or services received. 6.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday. 6.5.1 There may be times when the Contiki Representative has to make a decision in your best interests or the best interests of their group. You agree to comply with the authority and decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative and the laws of the country in which you are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment and well being of other members on the holiday or smooth operation of the holiday itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the holiday. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers and any Contiki Representative have the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously and may result in the immediate termination of your holiday. In such event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation and related costs and have no claims against us. 6.5.2 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation. You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff and/or a Contiki Trip Manager as soon as it is discovered. 6.5.3 The Company may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with the Company’s terms and conditions. The Company is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a trip. Passengers agree not to hold the Company or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these terms and conditions. 6.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or cooperating organisations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death nor any loss, damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident or incident. 6.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected holiday before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas whilst on trip (including accommodation, meals, flights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense. 6.8 You agree that our Contiki Representatives may take photographs and films of you while you are on holiday and that these may be used in our Group brochures and/ or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs and/or films. 6.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday, you should inform the Contiki Representative during the course of the holiday and if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavours to do so during the holiday, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the holiday but within 28 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. If you do not write within 28 days, your rights under this contract may be affected. If you choose to write to Contiki via the Internet, please provide your home address so that we are able to reply to you in writing. 6.10.1 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Guernsey Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing. 6.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity and enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected. 6.10.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/client costs. 7. COMPULSORY INSURANCE Travel insurance is compulsory on our trips, visit contiki.com/insurance for more info. It is compulsory that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation expenses before you travel on a Contiki holiday. We strongly recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. Please check that the insurance covers all of the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at the time of payment of the deposit and will, in certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. Contiki cannot be held responsible for your failure to take out appropriate insurance. You also agree to indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions, damages and remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your participation in the holiday. 8. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM In the event of your withdrawal from a holiday after the commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the trip. 9. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE: Airfares to and from your holiday destination (unless you have booked a trip and fly package), airport taxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers, Trip Drivers, & Local Guides items of a personal nature, excess baggage and ME Time options. 10. WEATHER CONDITIONS Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any holiday be cancelled or amended by you at any time on the basis of snow or weather conditions. 11. LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONS Europe trips: Luggage is restricted to one reasonable sized, non-expanding suitcase size up to 29” x 20” x 10” (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) and the maximum weight of 20 kilos (44lbs.) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you. No metal frame backpacks are allowed. Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on trip.

Cape Safari Falls trip: Baggage restrictions of one medium sized bag (ideally softsided) with a maximum weight of 20kg (44lbs) plus one piece of hand luggage per person. It is advised that this piece of hand luggage should be used as an “overnight bag” for the one night of camping in the Chobe National Park. East Africa inc Kenya/Tanzania/Gorilla Trek/Zanzibar trips: Baggage restrictions of one soft-sided bag (duffle bag or similar) with a maximum weight of 15kg (30lbs) plus one piece of small day pack per person. No hard-sided suitcases are permitted, and weight is strictly enforced. Day bag for sunblock, water, camera and binoculars while on safari drives. Kilimanjaro Climb trips: Baggage is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage). Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.

GENERAL

1. CONTRACTING PARTIES 1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you and Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorised officer or director of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating company. At any time and at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you. 1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to passengers & luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a trip shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the passenger of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company. 1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers and other service providers are subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for handicapped clients (see also 6.3 under Holiday Details & Conditions). 1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser. 1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances. 2. ARBITRATION Disputes arising out of, or in connection with, this contract which cannot be amicably settled, may be referred to arbitration, if the customer so wishes, under a special scheme arranged by the Association of British Travel Agents, and administered independently by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. The scheme provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on the customer in respect of costs. Full details will be provided on request or can be obtained from the ABTA website (www.abta.com). The scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims, which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The scheme can however deal with compensation claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. The application for arbitration and Statement of Claim must be received by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators within eighteen months of the date of return from the holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if the company agrees, but the ABTA code does not require such agreement. 3. VALIDITY The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from March 2019 to March 2020. 4. OPERATING COMPANIES Contiki Holidays Ltd, Travel House, Rue du Manoir, St Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, GY1 2JH, with the exception of the Great Britain & Ireland trips described on p.146-149, the 3 & 5 day London Explorer packages, Hogmanay & St. Patrick’s Day trips described on p.175 & 179 all of which are operated by Contiki Travel (UK) Ltd. The principal operator of the Croatia Island Escape & Croatian Island Hopper products featured on p.154-157 is Katarina Lines. The operator of the Turkish sailing product featured on p.159 is Barbaros Yachting, Turkey. The operator of the Greek cruise product is Celestyal Cruises. Greek Sailing on p.158 is operated by Siva Travel. Terms & conditions specific to these Operators will apply (available on request). All companies can substitute any vessel & provide an alternative itinerary. Please note that Contiki utilises ground handlers to assist with the operation of our products. These ground handlers include: ARP for Eastern Africa (Kenya, Tanzania including Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar, Uganda). Springbok Atlas for South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. Diesenhaus Unitours for Israel & Jordan. 5. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN: Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA. Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Guernsey. IMPORTANT NOTICE: ABTA statement: Contiki Holidays Ltd and Contiki Travel (UK) are members of ABTA under the following membership numbers: Contiki Holidays Y1792; Contiki Travel (UK) V0438. ABTA and ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist when things don’t go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For more information on ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street, London SE1 9EQ, tel 020 3117 0500 www.abta.com DATA PROTECTION STATEMENT Please be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by us. This information will be passed on to the principal and to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. We will only pass your information on to persons responsible for your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. (If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers we will be unable to provide your booking. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons). Where the data might be passed on for marketing purposes, you have the right to opt out of future marketing. You also have a right of access to data held which can be obtained by writing to Contiki Holidays Ltd, Travel House, Rue du Manoir, St Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, GY1 2JH. FURTHER ADVICE For the latest travel advice from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office including security, local laws, passport and visa information, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-traveladvice or call 020 3117 0500 (calls are charged at local rate) This brochure was published in September 2018 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market.

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BEFORE YOU BOOK WHAT’S INCLUDED THE ESSENTIALS All accommodation, transport, and a good handful of meals are included in the cost of your Contiki trip (in most regions we offer breakfast every day, plus a cherry-picked selection of authentic and tasty meals). On top of this, we also include in your trip price our No Regrets Inclusions, which are basically the sights and activities we think you just can’t afford to miss (eg. wine tasting in the Tuscan Hills to get you started). And then of course you also get our expert and highly trained team of Contiki staff; our Trip Managers, Drivers, On-road Cooks (Camping Trips) and On-Site Team Members throughout our properties in Europe. Plus our modern, air-conditioned Contiki coaches with Wifi, charging points, bathroom, TV and sound systems. We also include sightseeing tours of all major cities. Plus orientations in all other destinations. Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges and ferry crossing fees.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED Flights to and from your start and end destination are not included in the cost of your trip. These can be booked independently, or added on during the booking process either online or with your travel agent. We also keep a number of meal times free for you to explore a region and its foodie offerings in greater detail, so budgeting for non-catered meals is important. In terms of activities, we also offer Free Time Add Ons, which are additional experiences you can get involved in during your free time on trip, which are not included in the overall price. Travel insurance and visas are also not included in the cost of your trip and need to be booked separately.

up to 6 weeks and a fee is normally charged, so don’t leave this one until the last minute. We recommend you apply for all visas through your travel agent or visa service before commencing your travel journey.

SCHENGEN VISAS The majority of our Europe trips travel in countries that are covered by the Schengen Agreement which relates to visas. Citizens of many countries – e.g. Australia, United States, Canada, New Zealand – can travel in the Schengen area without a visa. If you require a visa to enter the Schengen area you only need to obtain one visa which will allow you to travel in all Schengen countries. Schengen visas can be issued for single entry or multiple entries. If your trip travels outside of the Schengen area at any point you will require a multiple entry visa. The trips that require multiple entry Schengen visas are listed below: Road to Athens plus 3-day Greek Island Cruise, Road to Athens plus Eastern Mediterranean Cruise, European Dream, European Explorer, European Adventurer, Ultimate European, Spanish Spree, Iberian Peninsula & Morocco, Spain Morocco & Portugal, Adriatic Unearthed (start Rome), Adriatic Unearthed (start Split), Adriatic Horizons, Adriatic Spirit, Best of Balkans (start Split), Best of Balkans (start Budpaest), Balkans Discovery, The Mini Balkan, Spotlight on Greece plus 3-day Greek Island Cruise, Scandinavia & Russia Plus, Scandinavia (end Stockholm), Scandinavia (end Helsinki), Russia Plus (start Stockholm), Russia Plus (start Helsinki) Mediterranean Escape plus 4-day Greek Island Cruise, The Northern Trek, The Original, and Island Cruising & Santorini. VISAS FOR NON-SCHENGEN COUNTRIES Some of our trips also visit countries that are not covered by the Schengen Agreement. You may require visas for countries including Belarus, Botswana, Egypt, Ireland, Israel, Jordan, Kenya, Russia, South Africa, Tanzania, Turkey, United Kingdom & Zimbabwe. Depending on your nationality it may be possible to obtain visas for Botswana, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania & Zimbabwe upon arrival – you should check before you depart for your trip.

IMPORTANT 1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is normally charged. 2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause you to miss part of your trip & will result in you incurring considerable expense & inconvenience. 3. It is better to apply for all visas through your travel agent or local consular services before you leave home. 4. Contiki will provide you with visa contacts from our London base at the Royal National Hotel, if necessary.

AIRFARES

Flights as specified on individual trip itineraries are included as part of the price. As detailed within our Booking Conditions (p.192) under ‘General’ we rely on international conventions regarding air travel & other transportation as specified. Through enrolment & payment for your trip you acknowledge & accept such. Individual electronic tickets may not be issued to you prior to travel due to the group nature of the air/flight booking. In such circumstances you acknowledge that by receipt of any applicable boarding pass &/or by boarding the aircraft you have accepted the airline’s terms & conditions of travel & the application of all relevant International Conventions & applicable national & international law governing air transportation.

VISA REQUIREMENTS

Visas are super important and are essential for entering certain countries. It’s up to you to be responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Run this by your travel agent (if applicable) or check out a visa service well in advance to determine if/which visas you will require and how to obtain them. Remember, visas can take

PACKING

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING?

For our European trips luggage is restricted to one decent sized, non-expanding suitcase, approximately 29” × 20” × 10” (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) with a maximum weight of 20 kilos (44lbs.) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you. Metal frame backpacks are not advised as their bulky shape makes packing the coach tricky plus they are more likely to damage other luggage. • On Camping trips, the maximum dimensions are 28” × 18” x 9” (70cm x 45cm x 23cm) with a maximum weight of 20 kilos (44lbs). • If you are travelling on Iconic Essentials or Camping trips, you’ll need a towel.

• On Ski Austria trips starting in London, you can bring one pair of boots & skis or a snowboard to be placed under the coach. • On East Africa, Kenyan Highlights, Taste of Tanzania, Zanzibar Resort Escape, Zanzibar Beach Escape & Gorilla Trek you can bring one soft-sided bag (duffle bag or similar) with a maximum weight of 15kg (30lbs) plus one piece of small day pack per person. No hard-sided suitcases are permitted & weight is strictly enforced. • On Rongai & Marangu Kili Climbs baggage is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage). Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in. • If your trip starts in London, you have the option of storing your excess luggage the day or evening before the trip departs. The Contiki Basement offers luggage storage as does the Royal National Hotel (for hotel guests only) for a nominal fee. • On trips with included flights as part of the itinerary, your luggage should not exceed the weight restrictions imposed by airlines. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred for overweight luggage. You are responsible for carrying your own luggage. Luggage is at the owner’s risk and insurance is strongly recommended.

IS THERE A DRESS CODE? On a day-to-day basis we recommend comfortable, casual clothing. Some trips do include bar/club or more formal evening activities, in this case packing a few more evening appropriate pieces is a good call. If you’re jetting off to a sunny location, you’ll most likely have a beach day or a hotel pool, so swimwear is essential. If you’re travelling to areas where the culture and religion is different to your own, it’s important to be respectful of this and cover up, in particular if you are going to churches, temples, or places of worship.

WHAT SHOULD I PACK FOR MY TRIP? Dependent on where you are going and the time of the year, you may need to pack swimwear, scarfs, sweaters, appropriate footwear or evening wear. Warm clothing is always a good call, even in the summertime as temperatures can get chilly. If you are travelling with us to Africa, Jordan or Israel, you will receive a separate packing list in your trip documentation. Check out our packing list on contiki.com/FAQ. For more packing and tips, head to contiki.com/six-two.

days you are travelling pre or post your Contiki trip. For a full quote on what Contiki can offer, send us an email or give us a call.

SLEEPING WHERE WILL I STAY? HOTELS: Our hotel accommodation is always twin-share, staying in 3 & 4* hotels, many of which are centrally located, with great facilities. Twin-share is 2 people sharing, either travelling together or as a same-sex room match. We also offer upgrades to single rooms for a supplement, but please note that on rare occasions the availability of single rooms at some hotels can be limited. We also offer a reduced price triple-share option – either three people travelling together, or as a triple-share same-sex room match. Note: On rare occasions due to reasons outside our control, alternative hotels may be used. Whilst it is always our intention to use hotels of a similar standard & location, no liability can be accepted for any variation of either.

HOSTELS: Our hostels are some of the newest & best in Europe. They are same sex quad-share (on occasion 6 bedded dormitories are utilised), with private facilities. Our hostels also offer great extras as part of the experience, like bars, entertainment areas, washing facilities & conveniently located in cities.

SPECIAL STAYS: Our Special Stays accommodation is exclusive to Contiki. Special Stays: are a combination of same sex twin & quad-share depending on the destination, but never more than 4 people sharing. Travellers must bring their own towel. No sleeping bags are required. These are a mixture of Contiki’s own properties or Cabin Villages, they are NOT hotels & our travellers are asked to assist with serving meals & washing up, it’s all part of the adventure. All Special Stays have hot showers, a bar, & WiFi. Most have laundry facilities & in some destinations, pools. As well as our Contiki-only On-Site Team.

CONTIKI CABIN VILLAGES: Contiki Cabin Villages are located within some of Europe’s best campsites, each with private facilities. Travellers must bring their own towel and our travellers are asked to assist with serving meals & washing up, it’s all part of the fun. Contiki Village facilities can include pools, WiFi in some locations, clothes washing facilities, and restaurants, as well as our Contiki-only On-Site Team.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

CAMPING:

DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE?

Our accommodation is modern twoperson tents with built-in ground sheets & air mattresses at some of Europe’s best campsites. All campsites have hot water, bathroom facilities in shower blocks & many have clothes washing facilities, pools, WiFi, bars & shops. The standard of campsites in Europe can depend on location & should not be compared to those elsewhere around the world. On our camping trips, travellers need to take down & erect tents that are carried on the coach and travellers must also bring their own sleeping bag & towel. Travellers are asked to assist with preparing meals & washing up, it’s all part of the fun.

A simple one - yes. It’s essential that you take out travel insurance to cover the likes of cancellation, personal injury and medical expenses before you travel with Contiki. We advise you to get travel insurance that covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. It’s also super important to check that your insurance covers all of the activities you’ll be partaking in, particularly any adventure activities for all you adrenaline junkies. Visit contiki.com/insurance for more information on this.

DO YOU SELL TRAVEL INSURANCE? We sure do. Contiki travel insurance can cover you for the duration of your trip as well as any

CRUISING & OTHER: Sailing trips: We offer a variety of sailing options from cruise ships and traditional sailing cruise boats to small sailing yachts. On our

cruising trips in Greece, we offer single, twin or quad share options all with private facilities. These cruise ships offer restaurants, pools, bars & nightly entertainment on board. On our traditional sailing cruise boats in Croatia travellers will be in twin-share cabins with private facilities. These boats feature a dining room, bar & sundecks. On our traditional gullets in Turkey, travellers will be in twin-share cabins with private facilities or on occasion communal facilities. On our small sailing yachts in Greece, we offer twin berth accommodation with shared facilities. Trains: On some trips, we use trains. On our Egypt trip (BBEG only), two people share a two-berth coachette with shared facilities. On other trips, these details are outlined on the individual itineraries. Overnight ferries: On overnight ferries, trips are provided with allocated airline style seating on deck.

SKI & BOARD HOLIDAYS: Both our ski & board packages stay at our Contiki Special Stopover, the Austrian Gasthof. Refer to p.166-169 for details.

FESTIVALS: Some trips offer ‘multi-share’ accommodation. These rooms may be for up to 8 people with shared facilities & at times may be mixed gender.

AFRICA: Our African trips stay in a variety of accommodation styles including Hotels, Safari Lodges and Luxury Safari Tents. All of which are of a very high standard within the countries you are travelling. The Kili Climb trips and our one night in Chobe on the Cape, Safari & Falls trip will be very basic camping fitting to the location, however, these locations will be some of the most spectacular of the trip.

QUAD-SHARE ACCOMMODATION: On our Scandinavia & Russia trips advertised with hostel style accommodation and all Iconic Essentials trips, you are accommodated in same sex quad share accommodation. Where possible we try to accommodate couples with other couples, however due to passenger numbers and rooming availability this cannot be guaranteed in all locations. We have free upgrades to twin share accommodation on these trips at certain locations but again this cannot be guaranteed. Please note on these trips, with the exception of the Russia trips, you will need to bring a towel.

TRIPS WITHIN TRIPS You may notice on some of our trips that some groups join and leave at different stages. That’s because we offer shorter trips within a larger itinerary, giving greater choice & flexibility so our travellers can choose when they start their trip and how long they travel for. You can check what trips are part of a bigger trip on the actual trip page.

FLEXDEPOSIT FlexDeposit is a policy you automatically get once you’ve paid a deposit on any Contiki trip, and works as credit towards a future Contiki adventure, ensuring your deposit money isn’t lost if you can’t travel on your original trip as intended. FlexDeposit can be used up until your 36th birthday, after which time it can then be transferred for use with any other travel brand within The Travel Corporation family of brands. It can also be gifted to a friend within 5 years of the original booking date. * You can ﬁnd out more about both policies in the T&C’s on p.192 & by visiting: contiki.com/freedomguarantee contiki.com/ﬂexdeposit

PAYING FOR YOUR TRIP DO I HAVE TO PAY ALL AT ONCE WHEN I BOOK? If you are booking your trip well in advance of the departure date, you only need to pay the deposit upon first booking, and then just ensure you have paid off the entire amount 45 days prior to departure from the UK. If you are booking 45 days or less before the trip departure date, you will need to pay the full amount of the trip up front.

BOOKING SECURITY Contiki has been running trips for young people since 1962. It is a matter of law that tour operators must fully protect their clients’ funds under regulations specified by the European Community Package Travel Directive. We confirm that Contiki is fully complying with the law, therefore your monies are fully protected. Contiki Holidays Limited is a member of the Association of British Travel Agents under membership number Y1792. ABTA & ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel & assist them when things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For further information about ABTA, the Code of Conduct & the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street, London SE1 9EQ. Tel: 020 3117 0500 or www.abta.com. Contiki Holidays also holds a current ATOL Licence No. 10144. When you buy an ATOL protected air holiday package and/or flights from Contiki Holidays Limited you will receive a Confirmation Invoice from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advance booking. For further information, visit the ATOL website at www.caa.co.uk. Not all holiday or travel services offered and sold by us will be protected by the ATOL scheme. Please ask us to confirm what protection may apply to your booking. Only bookings from countries subject to the EC Package Travel Directive will receive financial protection from ABTA and the CAA. For the latest travel advice from the Foreign & Commonwealth Office including security, local laws, passport and visa information, visit www. gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.

CONTIKI GLOSSARY

VISIT Your trip includes a stop and you’ll get the opportunity to visit a specific site. SEE/VIEW You will drive/pass by the site so that you can see it. SIGHTSEEING TOUR A guided tour of a city or site.

ORIENTATION TOUR Places of interest are pointed out, allowing you to go and explore them in your own time.

MAKING YOUR BOOKING WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?

We get that sometimes plans change unexpectedly, so our cancellation policy offers you absolute flexibility and comes in two parts: The Freedom Guarantee policy ensures that even if your travel plans change, you’ll never miss out or be charged fees for changing your booking. If you want to change the dates of your trip, swap onto another trip or even change your trip for a different region entirely, that’s all possible, without incurring fees*.

BROCHURE AUTHENTICITY We have put a great deal of effort into producing this brochure. The information given & literature produced by Contiki has been compiled with care & is published in good faith (this includes contiki. com & our ebrochures). Sometimes, because of circumstances outside our control, we have to alter some activities due to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc., especially early or late in the season. If this happens, alternatives will be arranged. WARDROBE CREDITS Models wardrobe and styling from imagery in the Amalﬁ Coast is provided by River Island @ riverisland PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS Photos courtesy of © Poseidon Hotel, Athens p.17 Hotel Room & p.102 Sky Bar. Photos courtesy of © Athens President Hotel p.17 Twin Room.

Photos courtesy of © Ibis Central, Prague p.34 Hotel Room & Hotel Reception. Photos courtesy of © Berghotel Trübsee. p.34-p.35 Hotel Lobby. Photos courtesy of © Accor Ibis La Vilette, Paris p.34 Hotel Reception. Photos courtesy of © Cristal Cruises p.63 Cruise Boat. Photos courtesy of © A & O Hostel, Venice p.66 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Hostel Koisi, San Sebastián p.66 Hotel Bar. Photos courtesy of © Generator Hostel, Madrid p.66 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Divani Hotel, Corfu p.102 Twin Room. Photos courtesy of © Oriel Hotel, Cork, Ireland p.102-p.103 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Los Angeles Hotel p.102 Hotel Pool. Photos courtesy of © @rockstarphotographers p.170-p.171 & p.172 Sziget Festival. Photos courtesy of © Itamar Grindberg p.182-183 Dead Sea & Galilee. Photos courtesy of © Noam Chen p.182-p.183 Jerusalem.

Manager. In this meeting, your Trip Manager will give you an overview of how things work on Contiki, a health and safety briefing, as well as take all necessary information/documentation they may need from you.

NOW THAT YOU’VE BOOKED

WHATʼS THE CONTIKI BASEMENT?

REGISTER AT MY CONTIKI Just like you, we want your trip to run as smoothly as possible, so before you travel, make sure you register your details online at My Contiki. This only takes a few minutes and means we’ll have info on: • Your personal details, including your email address and phone number. Your emergency contact info, just in case we need it • Any dietary requirements you may have • You’ll also need to make sure your trip is paid in full 45 days prior to departure.

GET YOUR TRAVEL DOCS AT MY CONTIKI Care about saving the planet just like we do? You can now download your travel docs to your phone or computer straight from My Contiki. After registering your details, your docs will be available for download approximately 21 days before your trip departs. Still want paper docs? We can do that too but you’ll still need to register for your trip first at My Contiki.

FEATURES OF MY CONTIKI Think of My Contiki as your one-stop-shop for everything you may need before, during or after your trip. • Before you go: Check out your full trip itinerary, pay off your trip in multiple instalments, download your travel documents, get updates on your trip and meet your Trip Manager and fellow travel pals. • During your trip: Get daily updates from your Trip Manager, chat with your new BFFs and share pics with your family and friends back home. • Back at home: Stay in touch with your Contiki fam, relive the memories through sharing photos and get exclusive access to past passenger deals. Visit contiki.com/mycontiki now to start unlocking these delicious features.

WHERE DOES MY TRIP START? Information on your trip start and end points can all be found at My Contiki, or in the documents sent to you 21 days prior to departure. If you are unsure or want clarification on this, please give your travel agent or our reservations team a call.

WHAT IS A KICK-START MEETING? Every trip has a kick-start meeting, hosted by the Trip Manager, which happens either the night before the trip is due to start (if starting early the next day), or in the evening of the first day of the trip (if the trip starts later in the day). The kick-start meeting is where you will meet some of your group for the first time, as well as your Trip

IʼM ARRIVING LATE, DOES IT MATTER IF I MISS THE KICKSTART? It’s not essential to be at the kick-start meeting, and we get that sometimes your flight might be arriving late, or you want to spend the day exploring a new city. If you are not able to make it, just let the Contiki reservations team know in advance and make sure you know all the necessary departure details for the following morning. Your Trip Manager will post these in the hotel/hostel lobby, so just look out for them (and take a picture if you’re the type to forget).

The Contiki Basement is our super cool, home from home London launchpad, located in the basement of the Royal National Hotel, Bedford Way, London. This is also the London base for Contiki trips in Europe, and the meeting point for Contiki trips starting in London.

CAN I SEE A LIST OF THE ACCOMMODATION FOR EACH TRIP? Once you’ve booked your Contiki, you will be given a full accommodation list detailing all the places you’ll be staying on your trip. Prior to booking, you can check out the types of accommodation you could be sleeping in by region, at contiki.com/europe/accommodation.

WIFI WILL THERE BE WIFI AT OUR ACCOMMODATION? Yup! Don’t stress about keeping connected to all your friends and family from afar; almost all accommodation Contiki stays at offers free WiFi, so you can gram/snap/chat to your heart’s content.

WILL THERE BE WIFI ON THE CONTIKI COACHES? Sure is. Most of our coaches offer a whopping 100MB of data per day. Perfect for posting all your epic pics (and maybe checking in with folks back home). Though not so good for streaming movies etc. Best to download those essentials before you travel.

HOW CAN I STAY ONLINE DURING MY TRIP? Chat to your phone provider about any deals you can use to lower your roaming charges, or buy a local SIM card upon arrival into the region you will be visiting.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS ARE FREE TIME ADD-ON ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE COST OF MY TRIP? No, these experiences are an additional cost and are not included in the price of your Contiki trip. However, thanks to our long-standing relationships with suppliers, you can be safe in the knowledge that you are getting the best deal when booking one of our Add-Ons.

HOW DO I KNOW WHAT FREE TIME ADD-ONS ARE ON MY TRIP? Look out for the F symbol on our trip pages for the Add-Ons available on each trip. A full list of Add-Ons and approximate costs will also be sent to you with your travel documents, about 21 days before your trip departs. Your Trip Manager will take you through all of the available options at the start of your trip so you can decide if you want to do any of these awesome experiences once you’ve got the full down low.

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necessary vaccinations and anti-malarial requirements before departure.

Payment for your Free Time Add-Ons is made direct to your Trip Manager on your trip. You can choose to pay in cash (local currency) or by credit or debit card as long as they have a PIN attached. Using a credit or debit card is convenient, and can save you money on withdrawal fees & poor exchange rates! You can pay using most credit & debit cards like Visa, Mastercard & AMEX. Note: It’s a good idea to let your bank know you’re travelling & check if there is a daily transaction limit, so you always have access to money when you need it. Note: In a few destinations we cannot accept credit card payment, like African trips, Croatia, Israel, Jordan Russia & Turkey trips. Ask your Trip Manager for details when you start your trip.

Yellow Fever: A valid international certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever is required in many countries. It may be asked on arrival but when crossing between Kenya and Tanzania (land or air) you WILL have to present it and may even be asked for it to re-enter your home country. A Yellow Fever certificate is therefore NECESSARY to acquire prior to departing your home country.

MONEY WHAT WILL I NEED MONEY FOR ON TRIP? In terms of spending money, you’ll need to budget for the following: • Any meals (normally lunches and dinners) that are not included. If you search for your trip at contiki.com, you’ll be able to see the total number of meals included in the cost of your trip. • Any Free Time Add-Ons you would like to do on your trip. • Any additional sightseeing you plan on doing in your Free Time, that is not covered either by our No Regrets Inclusions or Free Time Add-Ons. • Any additional personal expenses. This includes alcohol, shopping, and any evening entertainment not included.

Malaria: Preventative and anti-malarial medication is highly advised.

SAFETY INFORMATION Security is a major concern to all of us and the situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel Advisories” put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodations and itinerary or even trip cancellation. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for further information in this regard. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security difficulties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions.

CONTIKI+ We’re massive fans of our Contiki Travellers, particularly those that love us so much they come back for more. That’s why when you travel with us we’ll offer you up to 5% discount on the land portion of selected trips from then on. And we’ve even wrestled our TTC sister brands (found here - ttc.com) into offering exclusive offers.

A NO COMPULSORY TIPPING REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE!

Every country in the world has different tipping policies. Within Europe it is customary to tip roughly 10-15% of the bill in table service restaurants, cafés, bars and in a taxi. All other tipping is entirely optional, and not an expectation. If you feel your Contiki Team has delivered an outstanding level of service throughout your trip you may wish to tip them, but this is at your discretion, no one else’s. Tip what you think is right.

HEALTH

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS FOR EUROPE?

At the time this brochure went to press (September, 2018), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it is wise to check up-todate information with your travel agent or doctor prior to departure. Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may require en route, such as antihistamines, antibiotics.

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS FOR AFRICA?

In general when travelling in Africa we recommend you consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information,

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European Magic 9 days European Discovery 12 days London to Berlin 13 days European Encounter 16 days Road to Athens + options 17 days Road to Rome 13 days European Impressions 19 days European Inspiration 19 days European Dream 20 days Road To Croatia 14 days Road to Paris 7 days European Vistas 23 days Winter Wanderer 24 days European Panorama 28 days European Explorer + Options 33 days

36 38 40 42 44 44 46 48 50 52 53 54 56 58 60

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

Adriatic Horizons 8 days Adriatic Spirit 8 days Best of Balkans Start Split 15 days Best of Balkans Start Budapest 15 days Balkans Discovery 11 days The Mini Balkan 5 days Spotlight on Greece 4 days Spotlight on Greece + Greek Island Hopping 16 days Spotlight on Greece + 3 day Greek Island Cruise 8 days Spotlight on Greece + Greek Sailing 13 days Turkish Delight 7 days Turkish Adventure 14 days Eastern Road 13 days Berlin to Budapest 13 days Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days Scandinavia 12 days Russia Plus 14 days Best of Russia 8 days Ireland 8 days Scotland & Ireland 13 days England & Scotland 9 days Scotalnd 6 days Great Britain & Ireland 16 days SAILING

Ibiza & Beyond 9 days 68 European Horizon 10 days 69 European Highlights 14 days 70 European Whirl 18 days 72 European Experience 20 days 74 London to Athens 21 days 76 London to Rome 16 days 78 London to Athens + Mykonos & Santorini Island Escape 29 days 78 Mykonos & Santorini Island Escape 9 days 79 European Trail 23 days 80 Eastern Rocker 8 days 81 Eastern Trail 9 days 82 Western Rocker 8 days 82 Trail to Rome 16 days 83 Trail to London 16 days 84 European Quest 25 days 85 Western Quest 8 days 86 Mediterranean Quest 9 days 87 Eastern Quest 10 days 87 Quest to Rome 16 days 88 Quest to London 18 days 89 European Escapade 25 days 90 European Contrasts 29 days 92 European Adventurer 37 days 94 Ultimate European + options 45 days 96 IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

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Iceland 4 days 104 Fire & Ice 6 days 105 Mediterranean Escape 10 days 106 Mediterranean Escape + Greek Island Hopping 22 days 107 Mediterranean Escape + 4 Day Greek Island Cruise 14 days 107 Greek Island Hopping 13 days 108 Mediterranean Highlights 13 days 110 112 Simply Italy 12 days Italian Espresso 8 days 114 Fiestas & Siestas 12 days 115 Spanish Spree 14 days 116 Spain, Morocco & Portugal 15 days 118 Iberian Pen & Morocco 21 days 120 Morocco 5 days 122 Egypt & the Nile 8 days 123 Adriatic Unearthed Start Rome 15 days 124 Adriatic Unearthed Start Split 15 days 125

Island Cruising & Santorini 9 days Croatian Island Hopper North 8 days Croatian Island Hopper South 8 days Croatian Island Escape 8 days Greek Sailing 8 days Turkish Sailing 8 days CAMPING

126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 133 133 134 135 136 138 140 142 144 145 146 146 147 147 148 150 153 154 155 156 158 159 160

The Southern Trail 21 days The Northern Trek 26 days The Original 46 days

161 161 162

SKI & SNOWBOARD

164

Ski Plus 8/15 days Ski Only 7/14 days Mini Ski Austria 4 days The Ski Austria Weekender 5 days

168 168 169 169

SHORT TRIPS & FESTIVALS 170 Sziget Festival 10 days Oktoberfest 4/5/6 or 7 days ANZAC Odyssey 5 days Contiki In London 3/5 days London for New Year 4 days Berlin for New Year 4 days Paris for Christmas 4 days Amsterdam for Christmas 4 days Amsterdam for Easter 4 days Paris for New Year 4 days Amsterdam for New Year 4 days Amsterdam for Kings Day 4 days St. Patrick’s Day 4 days Hogmanay 5 days AFRICA & MIDDLE EAST

172 173 174 175 176 176 177 177 177 178 178 178 179 179 180

Israel & Jordan Uncovered 11 days 182 Cape, Safari & Falls 11 days 184 East Africa Safari 13 days 186 Kenyan Highlights 7 days 188 Taste of Tanzania 7 days 189 Rongai Kili Climb 8 days 190 Marangu Kili Climb 7 days 190 Zanzibar Beach Escape 4 days 191 Zanzibar Resort Escape 4 days 191 Gorilla Trek 4 days 191

EUROPE

EGYPT 7 w Egypt & The Nile 8 days p.123 6 Ultimate European + Egypt 45 days p.98

ALBANIA 1 Adriatic Spirit 8 days 1 Adriatic Unearthed 15 days 1 European Adventurer 37 days 1 European Explorer 33 days 1 The Northern Trek 26 days 1 The Original 46 days

p.127 p.124 p.94 p.60 p.161 p.162

AUSTRIA 7/14 w Austria Ski Only 7/14 days 8/15 w Austria Ski Plus 8/15 days 3 w Berlin to Budapest 13 days 1 w Eastern Quest 10 days 2 Eastern Road 13 days 1 w Eastern Rocker 8 days 1 w Eastern Trail 9 days 4 European Adventurer 37 days 3 European Contrasts 29 days 1 w European Discovery 12 days 1 w European Encounter 16 days 4 European Escapade 25 days 2 European Experience 20 days 2 European Explorer 33 days 1 European Horizon 10 days 3 European Panorama 28 days 1 w European Quest 25 days 2 w European Trail 23 days 4 w European Vistas 23 days 1 European Whirl 18 days 4 w Mini Ski Austria 4 days 1 w Quest to London 18 days 2 Road to Athens 17 days 2 Road to Rome 13 days 4 w Ski Austria Weekend 4 days 2 Sziget Festival 10 days 2 The Northern Trek 26 days 2 The Original 46 days 1 w Trail to London 16 days 2 w Trail to Rome 16 days 3 Ultimate European 45 days 2 w Winter Wanderer 24 days

p.168 p.168 p.138 p.87 p.136 p.81 p.82 p.94 p.92 p.38 p.42 p.90 p.74 p.60 p.69 p.58 p.85 p.80 p.54 p.72 p.169 p.89 p.44 p.44 p.169 p.172 p.161 p.162 p.84 p.83 p.96 p.56

BELARUS 1 Russia Plus 14 days p.144 1 Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days p.140 BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA 2 Balkans Discovery 11 days p.130 2 Best of Balkans 15 days p.128 BULGARIA 1 The Northern Trek 26 days 1 The Original 46 days 1 Ultimate European 45 days

p.161 p.162 p.96

CROATIA 2 Adriatic Horizons 8 days 1 Adriatic Spirit 8 days 3 Adriatic Unearthed 15 days 3 Balkans Discovery 11 days 5 Best of Balkans 15 days 7 Croatian Island Escape 8 days 7 Croatian Island Hopper 8 days 3 European Adventurer 37 days 2 European Dream 20 days 3 European Explorer 33 days 2 Road To Croatia 14 days 2 The Mini Balkan 5 days 3 The Northern Trek 26 days 3 The Original 46 days

p.126 p.127 p.124 p.130 p.128 p.156 p.154 p.94 p.50 p.60 p.52 p.131 p.161 p.162

CZECH REPUBLIC 3 w Berlin to Budapest 13 days p.138 2 w Eastern Quest 10 days p.87 2 Eastern Road 13 days p.136 2 w Eastern Rocker 8 days p.81 2 European Contrasts 29 days p.92 2 European Dream 20 days p.50 2 w European Encounter 16 days p.42 2 w European Inspiration 19 days p.48 2 w European Quest 25 days p.85 2 w European Trail 23 days p.80 2 w European Vistas 23 days p.54 2 European Whirl 18 days p.72 2 w Quest to London 18 days p.89 2 Sziget Festival 10 days p.172 2 The Northern Trek 26 days p.161 2 The Original 46 days p.162 2 w Trail to Rome 16 days p.83 2 w Winter Wanderer 24 days p.56 DENMARK 2 Scandinavia 12 days p.142 2 Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days p.140

DISCOVERER

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

ENGLAND 3 w England & Scotland 9 days p.147 3 w Great Britain & Ireland 16 days p.148 4 w London NYE 4 days p.176 FINLAND 1 Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days p.140 FRANCE 7 European Adventurer 37 days p.94 6 European Contrasts 29 days p.92 2 w European Discovery 12 days p.38 2 European Dream 20 days p.50 2 w European Encounter 16 days p.42 6 European Escapade 25 days p.90 5 European Experience 20 days p.74 5 European Explorer 33 days p.60 5 European Highlights 14 days p.70 2 European Horizon 10 days p.69 5 European Impressions 19 days p.46 2 w European Inspiration 19 days p.48 2 w European Magic 9 days p.36 5 European Panorama 28 days p.58 5 w European Quest 25 days p.85 2 w European Trail 23 days p.80 2 w European Vistas 23 days p.54 2 European Whirl 18 days p.72 7 London to Athens 21 days p.76 7 London to Rome 16 days p.78 3 Mediterranean Highlights 13 days p.110 2 w Mediterranean Quest 9 days p.87 3 w Paris for Christmas 4 days p.177 3 w Paris for New Year 4 days p.178 2 w Quest to London 18 days p.89 5 w Quest to Rome 16 days p.88 2 Road to Athens 17 days p.44 2 Road to Paris 7 days p.53 2 Road to Rome 13 days p.44 6 The Original 46 days p.162 6 The Southern Trail 21 days p.161 2 w Trail to London 16 days p.84 7 Ultimate European 45 days p.96 3 w Western Quest 8 days p.86 2 w Western Rocker 8 days p.82 5 w Winter Wanderer 24 days p.56 GERMANY 3 w Berlin NYE 4 days p.176 3 w Berlin to Budapest 13 days p.138 2 w Eastern Quest 10 days p.87 2 Eastern Road 13 days p.136 2 w Eastern Rocker 8 days p.81 2 European Adventurer 37 days p.94 2 European Contrasts 29 days p.92 3 w European Discovery 12 days p.38 2 European Dream 20 days p.50 2 w European Encounter 16 days p.42 2 European Escapade 25 days p.90 2 European Experience 20 days p.74 2 European Explorer 33 days p.60 2 European Highlights 14 days p.70 2 European Horizon 10 days p.69 2 European Impressions 19 days p.46 4 w European Inspiration 19 days p.48 2 w European Magic 9 days p.36 2 European Panorama 28 days p.58 2 w European Quest 25 days p.85 2 w European Trail 23 days p.80 2 w European Vistas 23 days p.54 3 European Whirl 18 days p.72 3 w London to Berlin 13 days p.40 4-7 Oktoberfest 4/5/6 or 7 days p.173 2 w Quest to London 18 days p.89 1 Road to Athens 17 days p.44 2 Road To Croatia 14 days p.52 1 Road to Rome 13 day p.44 2 Sziget Festival 10 days p.172 3 The Northern Trek 26 days p.161 3 The Original 46 days p.162 2 w Trail to Rome 16 days p.83 2 Ultimate European 45 days p.96 3 w Winter Wanderer 24 days p.56 GREECE 3 Adriatic Spirit 8 days 3 Adriatic Unearthed 15 days 5 European Adventurer 37 days 3 European Contrasts 29 days 5 European Explorer + Greek Island Cruising 33 days 5 European Explorer + Mykonos Island 33 days 3 European Panorama 28 days 12 Greek Island Hopping 13 days 7 Greek Sailing 8 days

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

CAMPING

p.127 p.124 p.94 p.92 p.63 p.62 p.58 p.108 p.158

8 7 4 2 3 3 2 3 4 7

Mykonos & Santorini Island Escape 9 days p.79 Island Cruising & Santorini 9 days p.153 London to Athens 21 days p.76 Mediterranean Escape 10 days p.106 Road to Athens 17 days p.44 Spotlight on Greece 4 days p.132 The Northern Trek 26 days p.161 The Original 46 days p.162 The Southern Trail 21 days p.161 Ultimate European 45 days p.96

HUNGARY 2 Balkans Discovery 11 days 3 w Berlin to Budapest 13 days 2 Best of Balkans 15 days 2 Eastern Road 13 days 2 w Eastern Trail 9 days 2 European Dream 20 days 2 Road To Croatia 14 days 3 Sziget Festival 10 days 2 The Northern Trek 26 days 2 The Original 46 days 2 w Trail to London 16 days 2 w Trail to Rome 16 days 2 Ultimate European 45 days

p.130 p.138 p.128 p.136 p.82 p.50 p.52 p.172 p.161 p.162 p.84 p.83 p.96

ICELAND 5 w Fire & Ice 6 days 3 w Iceland 4 days

p.105 p.104

IRELAND 7 w Great Britain & Ireland 16 days p.148 7 Ireland 8 days p.146 3 w St. Patrick’s Day 4 days p.179 ITALY 4 Adriatic Horizons 8 days 2 Adriatic Spirit 8 days 6 Adriatic Unearthed 15 days 2 w Eastern Quest 10 days 2 w Eastern Trail 9 days 6 European Adventurer 37 days 6 European Contrasts 29 days 4 w European Discovery 12 days 1 European Dream 20 days 5 w European Encounter 16 days 6 European Escapade 25 days 6 European Experience 20 days 6 European Explorer 33 days 4 European Highlights 14 days 1 European Horizon 10 days 2 European Impressions 19 days 6 w European Inspiration 19 days 2 w European Magic 9 days 6 European Panorama 28 days 8 w European Quest 25 days 5 w European Trail 23 days 5 w European Vistas 23 days 5 European Whirl 18 days 7 w Italian Espresso 8 days 6 London to Athens 21 days 6 London to Rome 16 days 3 Mediterranean Escape 10 days 5 Mediterranean Highlights 13 days 6 w Mediterranean Quest 9 days 8 w Quest to London 18 days 6 w Quest to Rome 16 days 6 Road to Athens 17 days 1 Road to Paris 7 days 6 Road to Rome 13 days 11 w Simply Italy 12 days 7 The Original 46 days 7 The Southern Trail 21 days 5 w Trail to London 16 days 2 w Trail to Rome 16 days 6 Ultimate European 45 days 3 w Western Rocker 8 days 5 w Winter Wanderer 24 days MACEDONIA 1 The Northern Trek 26 days 1 The Original 46 days

p.126 p.127 p.124 p.87 p.82 p.94 p.92 p.38 p.50 p.42 p.90 p.74 p.60 p.70 p.69 p.46 p.48 p.36 p.58 p.85 p.80 p.54 p.72 p.114 p.76 p.78 p.106 p.110 p.87 p.89 p.88 p.44 p.53 p.44 p.112 p.162 p.161 p.84 p.83 p.96 p.82 p.56

p.161 p.162

MOROCCO 5 w Iberian Pen & Morocco 21 days p.120 4 w Morocco 5 days p.122 5 w Spain, Morocco & Portugal 15 days p.118 NETHERLANDS 3 w Amsterdam for Xmas 4 days 3 Amsterdam for Easter 4 days 3 Amsterdam for Kings Day 4 days 3 w Amsterdam for NYE 4 day 2 w Eastern Quest 10 days 2 w Eastern Rocker 8 days 2 European Adventurer 37 days 2 European Contrasts 29 days 1 w European Discovery 12 days

SKI & SNOWBOARD

SAILING & CRUISE

p.177 p.177 p.178 p.178 p.87 p.81 p.94 p.92 p.38

2 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

European Dream 20 days p.50 w European Encounter 16 days p.42 European Escapade 25 days p.90 European Experience 20 days p.74 European Explorer 33 days p.60 European Highlights 14 days p.70 European Horizon 10 days p.69 European Impressions 19 day p.46 w European Inspiration 19 days p.48 w European Magic 9 days p.36 European Panorama 28 days p.58 w European Quest 25 days p.85 w European Trail 23 days p.80 w European Vistas 23 days p.54 European Whirl 18 days p.72 w London to Berlin 13 days p.40 w Quest to London 18 days p.89 Road To Croatia 14 days p.52 The Northern Trek 26 days p.161 The Original 46 days p.162 w Trail to Rome 16 days p.83 Ultimate European 45 days p.96 w Winter Wanderer 24 days p.56

NORWAY 5 Scandinavia 12 days p.142 5 Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days p.140 POLAND 2 Eastern Road 13 days p.136 2 w Eastern Trail 9 days p.82 2 w European Trail 23 days p.80 4 w European Vistas 23 days p.54 2 Russia Plus 14 days p.144 2 Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days p.140 2 w Trail to London 16 days p.84 2 w Trail to Rome 16 days p.83 PORTUGAL 4 w Fiestas & Siestas 12 days p.115 2 w Iberian Pen & Morocco 21 days p.120 2 w Spain, Morocco & Portugal 15 days p.118 RUSSIA 7 Best of Russia 8 days p.145 7 Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days p.140 SCOTLAND 5 w England & Scotland 9 days p.147 5 w Great Britain & Ireland 16 days p.148 3/4 w Hogmanay NYE 5 days p.179 SERBIA 1 Best of Balkans 15 days p.128 2 European Dream 20 days p.50 2 Road To Croatia 14 days p.52 1 Ultimate European + Egypt 45 days p.98 1 Ultimate European + Greek Islands 45 days p.99 SLOVENIA 1 Adriatic Horizons 8 days 1 Adriatic Unearthed 15 days 1 Best of Balkans 15 days 1 w Eastern Trail 9 days 1 European Adventurer 37 days 1 European Dream 20 days 1 w European Trail 23 days 1 The Mini Balkan 5 days 1 Road to Paris 7 days 1 w Trail to London 16 days 1 w Trail to Rome 16 days

p.126 p.124 p.128 p.82 p.94 p.50 p.80 p.131 p.53 p.84 p.83

SPAIN 2 European Adventurer 37 days p.94 2 European Escapade 25 days p.90 2 European Explorer 33 days p.60 5 European Impressions 19 days p.46 2 European Panorama 28 days p.58 7 w Fiestas & Siestas 12 days p.115 13 w Iberian Pen & Morocco 21 days p.120 8 Ibiza & Beyond 9 days p.68 2 London to Athens 21 days p.76 2 London to Rome 16 days p.78 4 Mediterranean Highlights 13 days p.110 4 w Quest to Rome 16 days p.88 7 w Spain, Morocco & Portugal 15 days p.118 13 w Spanish Spree 14 days p.116 2 The Original 46 days p.162 2 The Southern Trail 21 days p.161 2 Ultimate European 45 days p.96 4 w Western Quest 8 days p.86 2 w Winter Wanderer 24 days p.56

SWEDEN 1 Russia Plus 14 days p.144 2 Scandinavia & Russia Plus 22 days p.140 2 Scandinavia 12 days p.142 SWITZERLAND 2 European Adventurer 37 days p.94 2 European Contrasts 29 days p.92 1 w European Discovery 12 days p.38 2 w European Encounter 16 days p.42 2 European Escapade 25 days p.90 2 European Experience 20 days p.74 2 European Explorer + Greek Island Cruise 33 days p.63 2 European Horizon 10 days p.69 2 European Impressions 19 days p.46 2 w European Inspiration 19 days p.48 1 w European Magic 9 days p.36 2 European Panorama 28 days p.58 2 w European Trail 23 days p.80 2 w European Vistas 23 days p.54 2 European Whirl 18 days p.72 1 Road to Athens 17 days p.44 1 Road to Rome 13 days p.44 2 The Northern Trek 26 days p.161 2 The Original 46 days p.162 2 w Trail to London 16 days p.84 2 Ultimate European + Egypt 45 days p.98 2 w Western Rocker 8 days p.82 2 w Winter Wanderer 24 days p.56 TURKEY 4 ANZAC Odyssey 5 days p.174 2 European Explorer + Greek Island Cruising 33 days p.63 1 Mediterranean Escape + 4 Day Cruise 14 days p.107 1 Road to Athens + 3 day Greek Island Cruise 24 days p.45 3 The Northern Trek 26 days p.161 3 The Original 46 days p.162 13 Turkish Adventure 14 days p.135 6 Turkish Delight 7 days p.134 7 Turkish Sailing 8 days p.159 4 Ultimate European 45 days p.96

AFRICA KENYA 6 East Africa Safari 13 days 6 Kenyan Highlights 7 days

p.186 p.188

TANZANIA 6 East Africa Safari 13 days 6 Taste of Tanzania 7 days 7 Rongai Kili Climb 8 days 6 Marangu Kili Climb 7 days 3 Zanzibar Beach Escape 4 days 3 Zanzibar Resort Escape 4 days

p.186 p.189 p.190 p.190 p.191 p.191

BOTSWANA 2 Cape, Safari & Falls 11 days

p.184

ZIMBABWE 2 Cape, Safari & Falls 11 days

p184

UGANDA 3 Gorilla Trek 4 days

p.191

SOUTH AFRICA 6 Cape, Safari & Falls 11 days

p.184

THE MIDDLE EAST JORDAN 2 Israel & Jordan Uncovered 11 days

p.182

ISRAEL 2 Israel & Jordan Uncovered 11 days

p.182

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necessary vaccinations and anti-malarial requirements before departure.

Malaria: Preventative and anti-malarial medication is highly advised.

A NO COMPULSORY TIPPING REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE!

HEALTH

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS FOR EUROPE?

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS FOR AFRICA?

In general when travelling in Africa we recommend you consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information,

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ICONIC ESSENTIALS

100

Island Cruising & Santorini 9 days Croatian Island Hopper North 8 days Croatian Island Hopper South 8 days Croatian Island Escape 8 days Greek Sailing 8 days Turkish Sailing 8 days CAMPING

126 127 128 129 130 131 132 133 133 133 134 135 136 138 140 142 144 145 146 146 147 147 148 150 153 154 155 156 158 159 160

The Southern Trail 21 days The Northern Trek 26 days The Original 46 days

161 161 162

SKI & SNOWBOARD

164

Ski Plus 8/15 days Ski Only 7/14 days Mini Ski Austria 4 days The Ski Austria Weekender 5 days

168 168 169 169

172 173 174 175 176 176 177 177 177 178 178 178 179 179 180

EUROPE

EGYPT 7 w Egypt & The Nile 8 days p.123 6 Ultimate European + Egypt 45 days p.98

ALBANIA 1 Adriatic Spirit 8 days 1 Adriatic Unearthed 15 days 1 European Adventurer 37 days 1 European Explorer 33 days 1 The Northern Trek 26 days 1 The Original 46 days

p.127 p.124 p.94 p.60 p.161 p.162

p.168 p.168 p.138 p.87 p.136 p.81 p.82 p.94 p.92 p.38 p.42 p.90 p.74 p.60 p.69 p.58 p.85 p.80 p.54 p.72 p.169 p.89 p.44 p.44 p.169 p.172 p.161 p.162 p.84 p.83 p.96 p.56

p.161 p.162 p.96

p.126 p.127 p.124 p.130 p.128 p.156 p.154 p.94 p.50 p.60 p.52 p.131 p.161 p.162

DISCOVERER

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

ICONIC ESSENTIALS

CAMPING

p.127 p.124 p.94 p.92 p.63 p.62 p.58 p.108 p.158

8 7 4 2 3 3 2 3 4 7

p.130 p.138 p.128 p.136 p.82 p.50 p.52 p.172 p.161 p.162 p.84 p.83 p.96

ICELAND 5 w Fire & Ice 6 days 3 w Iceland 4 days

p.105 p.104

p.161 p.162

SKI & SNOWBOARD

SAILING & CRUISE

p.177 p.177 p.178 p.178 p.87 p.81 p.94 p.92 p.38

2 1 2 2 2 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

p.126 p.124 p.128 p.82 p.94 p.50 p.80 p.131 p.53 p.84 p.83

AFRICA KENYA 6 East Africa Safari 13 days 6 Kenyan Highlights 7 days

p.186 p.188

TANZANIA 6 East Africa Safari 13 days 6 Taste of Tanzania 7 days 7 Rongai Kili Climb 8 days 6 Marangu Kili Climb 7 days 3 Zanzibar Beach Escape 4 days 3 Zanzibar Resort Escape 4 days

p.186 p.189 p.190 p.190 p.191 p.191

BOTSWANA 2 Cape, Safari & Falls 11 days

p.184

ZIMBABWE 2 Cape, Safari & Falls 11 days

p184

UGANDA 3 Gorilla Trek 4 days

p.191

SOUTH AFRICA 6 Cape, Safari & Falls 11 days

p.184

THE MIDDLE EAST JORDAN 2 Israel & Jordan Uncovered 11 days

p.182

ISRAEL 2 Israel & Jordan Uncovered 11 days

p.182

SHORT TRIPS & FESTIVALS 1 NIGHTS PER COUNTRY w THESE TRIPS ALSO OPERATE IN WINTER

EUROPE SUMMER 2019

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