Contiki Holidays South Pac eBrochure 2016/17 (GBP) by Contiki

australia & new zealand 2016/17

INCLUDING DIVING, SAILING, FESTIVALS & SKI OPTIONS

Make new friends from new places. Create the stories now that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll recount for decades to come. Celebrate individuality, diversity, connections and a little bit of craziness. Find comfort outside your comfort zone. See the world through youthful eyes, with a little bit of naivety and a truckload of optimism. You have one life. One shot. Make it count.

THIS IS YOUR life. YOU ONLY GET TO LIVE IT ONCE. BUT IF YOU DO IT RIGHT, ONCE IS ENOUGH.

Whitsundays, Australia

Cattle Station Special Stay, Australia

INSPIRATION The Contiki difference Where we go What you get Compare Contiki Ways to stay Food with Contiki Contiki Cares & Storytellers Australia Social & online tools The Contiki facts Savings & deals Mix & match

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AUSTRALIA TRIPS 5 ways to travel ME Time Whats included Your Team Where the wild things are

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DISCOVERY PLUS

31-39

HIGH ENERGY

40-42

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

43-49

FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS

50-53

SAILING and DIVE

54-55

NEW ZEALAND TRIPS 4 ways to travel ME Time Inclusions Your Team The Kiwi dictionary

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DISCOVERY PLUS

65-69

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

70-75

SHORT STAYS

76-77

WINTER & SKI

78-80

The details TreadRight Q & A Booking conditions How to book

Book with confidence, Contiki’s FlexDeposit means when you book with us, you’re guaranteed to be protected if you need to cancel or delay your trip. See p.19

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THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE

If you’re reading this page, you’re already feeling the gravitational pull of a “sweet as” ADVENTURE to the world’s southern lands. Chances are you’ve already looked at a map. You’ve researched the best spots to go. And you’ve wound up feeling a little dazed and confused about how you can possibly make it work. Choosing to travel through Australia and New Zealand with Contiki means sidestepping a logistical nightmare, by mapping out and coordinating a truly flawless trip. After all, you are trying to conquer the 6th largest country on the planet and it’s sibling on the side to boot. Let Contiki show you how… Trips for 18-35 year olds who share your ravenous curiosity of exploring Oz and NZ. Truly local experiences that give insight into Maori and Aboriginal cultures. Our team are unashamedly infatuated with their home soil, and can’t wait to show off the places they call home. It’s an immaculate concoction of knowledge, passion and worldly awareness of our traveller’s needs. More choice. With 6 carefully curated travel styles there’s a perfect style for you.

If you’ve travelled with us before, we’ll welcome you back to the family with a 5% discount. More included experiences – from white knuckle Shotover Jet rides and champagne sunsets to private surf lessons. Later starts – this isn’t a pilgrimage and this certainly isn’t school camp. If you want to rise at 6am and see the sun come up, we applaud you. But you won’t find us dragging you out of your comfy bed.

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More trips. More landmarks. More choice. And more opportunities for adventure DARWIN KAKADU N.P.

Litchfield N.P.

KATHERINE CAPE TRIBULATION

Mataranka Mossman Gorge

Daly Waters

Port Douglas CAIRNS Tully

TENNANT CREEK

Townsville

Devil’s Marbles Wycliffe Well

Airlie Beach

WHITSUNDAYS

Mackay

KINGS CANYON The Olgas

Capricorn Coast

Simpsons Gap

CATTLE STATION

ALICE SPRINGS

ULURU

Fraser Island NOOSA

Brisbane SURFERS PARADISE Currumbin

BYRON BAY COFFS HARBOUR

Port Macquarie

SYDNEY

MELBOURNE Twelve Apostles Phillip Island

As the original adventure travel company for the young, wide-eyed and curious, we know where travellers want to go. From Christchurch to Cairns and Melbourne to Milford Sound, we cover more destinations than anyone else across Australia, New Zealand and beyond. All of your outback, inner city and beach break boxes are sure to be ticked. Here are 8 of the spots we’re currently lusting over – just a taste of the magnificence in store.

The original hippIE town

THE WORLD’S MOST LIVABLE CITY

Whitsundays

Central Australia’s big sandstone rock

Representing everything that’s laidback and lovable about Australia – the original hippie town of Byron Bay. Pristine coastlines, lazy pub afternoons and enough quirk and charm to leave you always wanting more.

Take to the streets of Melbourne, the cultural capital of Australia, and discover why it’s truly a traveller fave. Whether it’s watching some of the area’s cutest residents at the famous Penguin Parade, shopping, getting an architectural fix or just chilling at St Kilda beach, you’ll fall in love with the city that has it all.

Is there anything more dreamy sounding than a collective of islands peppered over the world’s largest coral reef system? This is the Whitsundays, Australia’s paradise found. Sleep at sea, wake up with the dolphins and spend entire days basking in the sun.

How could we not give a nod to this oversized Australian icon? Sip champagne while the sun sets, take a scenic flight to see it from above, and get to know the spiritual significance of incredible Uluru.

Has the thought of visiting Australia and New Zealand set your appetite for adventure into overdrive? Well we’ve got a few other tricks up our sleeve around the world. Vietnam, Vegas or Venice, anyone? Visit contiki.com for more on where else we travel.

More departures. More iconic spots. across these two addictive lands.

PAIHIA Russell

Parry Kauri Park

AUCKLAND

WAITOMO

ROTORUA Huka Falls TAUPO

Tongariro N.P.

Picton

WELLINGTON

Kaikoura Hokitika Arthur’s Pass CHRISTCHURCH

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIERS Haast Pass

Milford Sound

Wanaka

Lake Tekapo LAKE OHAU

QUEENSTOWN Alexandra

DUNEDIN

Special stopover Nightstops Places visited

Sulphur City

The San Francisco of the South

The Eighth Wonder of the World

The ice-capPed edge of the earth

Rotorua is a circus of geothermal activity found in the Bay of Plenty Region. Hot mud pools, a sprawling lake, plenty of Maori culture, mineral rock spas, nearby volcanoes and waterfalls are just some of the draw cards of this unique metropolis.

Welcome to Wellington. A bay city with brunch culture, hilly streets and plenty of cool San Fran vibes. View it all from Mount Victoria or the comfort of the old fashioned cable car.

Words can’t quite explain the majestic beauty of Milford Sound, hence why some people just coin it the eighth wonder of the world. A marine reserve/ National Park/World Heritage Site, get ready for a dropped jaw at this colossal inlet of ocean.

The Franz Josef valley is an artwork of peaking translucent blue ice, perfectly clear skies and green rolling valleys. Spanning 12 kilometres of glacier glory, it begs adventurers to the South Island of NZ.

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Bondi Beach

WHAT YOU GET

practical bits

INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES

To us, hassle-free travel is spending zero time on worry and stress. Say farewell to endless wasted hours scouring the internet to find the best price and decent locations. With us, every detail is taken care of, guaranteed.

Oh yes, now this is where the fun starts. We pack more of the things you’ve been dreaming about into our trips than anyone else. FACT.

INCLUDED TRANSPORT INCLUDED central ACCOMMODATION BREAKFAST DAILY & MORE INCLUDED MEALS THE MOST EXPERIENCED TEAM

INCLUDED BLOCKBUSTER SIGHTS & CULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS MORE ME TIME OPTIONALS & FREE TIME TO EXPLORE LOCAL GUIDES FOR INSIDER ACCESS UNIQUE LOCAL TASTES ENDLESS must-DO experiences

The result? It’s hard to describe, but it’s the best feeling in the world. New places, new experiences, all with a bunch of fun loving peeps.

HUNDREDS OF FIRSTS WIDENED EYES A FULLY ticked BUCKET LIST EUPhORIC MOMENTS FOMO-INDUCING INSTAGRAMS NEW mates FROM AROUND THE WORLD

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COMPARE CONTIKI SYDNEY Accommodation

Team

Transport

GOING CONTIKI Loving my super comfy, central hotel in Sydney. (Included)

GOING CONTIKI

Included

FOOD

My local Aussie Trip Manager and Driver team are complete legends. (Included)

GOING IT ALONE Wow Sydney is more expensive than I thought; guess I’ll have to pay-up to stay close to the action. (A$160)

GOING IT ALONE GOING CONTIKI Coach right outside – yes please! And our Driver loads the suitcases on for us... easy. (Included)

Who am I meant to ask for directions, local info or the best places to eat?

TOTAL

Delicious ‘cook your own steak’ at a cool Darling Harbour restaurant, yes please! (Included)

GOING IT ALONE

Train, bus, walk? How long will it take to get to the Opera House? And what’s an Opal card? (A$20)

GOING CONTIKI

GOING IT ALONE

GOING CONTIKI So much I want to do in this city. All the bucket-list sights were ticked off on our city tour and we are headed to the Blue Mountains tomorrow (Included), now I’m ready for the Sydney BridgeClimb. (from A$228)

Where to go for dinner? Some places are pretty pricey in this city but I really want to try an Aussie steak. (A$70)

GOING IT ALONE Ok, so my bucket-list is pretty big for Sydney – Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, Mrs Macquarie’s Chair, (A$20) Blue Mountains (A$89)… and my number one aim is to climb that bridge! (A$268) TOTAL (A$377)

GOING CONTIKI

GOING IT ALONE

+ Sydney BridgeClimb

TRIPS FROM £99 PER DAY

£173 PER DAY

See the best sights and make epic memories all with no hassle when you travel with Contiki. Say no to hours searching for the perfect holiday and stressful unexpected hurdles. We’ve compared a typical day travelling alone in Sydney and Queenstown with a day Travelling with Contiki. You choose.

QUEENSTOWN Accommodation

Team

Transport

GOING CONTIKI This hotel has awesome facilities, free WiFi and oh what a view. (Included)

GOING CONTIKI

Included

FOOD

GOING CONTIKI

My Kiwi 2 person team rock! (Included)

Shotover Jet ride (Included), nightclub entry (Included) plus getting dropped off in front of the famous AJ Hackett Bungy – let’s do this! (NZ$195)

GOING IT ALONE

GOING IT ALONE Not many options within my budget. Dammit. (NZ$199)

GOING CONTIKI

Finding someone to watch my bags and getting directions is proving super frustrating.

Travelling around this beautiful country is so easy and hassle free on our Contiki coach. (Included)

GOING CONTIKI

GOING IT ALONE

Fergburger for lunch (NZ$12.50) and a delish local meal for dinner… Wow! (Included)

So many adrenalinepumping activities to tick off my list – Shotover Jet ride (NZ$135), AJ Hackett Bungy (NZ$195). Then hit a nightclub tonight. (NZ$20)

GOING IT ALONE

Fergburger is a must-try, (NZ$12.50) and where to go for dinner? (NZ$50)

I am so over hauling my luggage from place to place, and so many different tickets. Grrr. (NZ$85)

TOTAL

GOING CONTIKI

GOING IT ALONE

+ AJ Hackett Bungy & Fergburger

TRIPS FROM £90 PER DAY

£221 PER DAY

Prices and exchange rates validated at 6th January 2015 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice. Inclusions cost comparison is based on activities similar to those included in a Contiki trip. Contiki Australia pricing is based on the Reefs & Rainforests (p.36-37) visiting Sydney. Contiki New Zealand pricing is based on ‘Sweet as’ South (p.74-75) visiting Queenstown.

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WAYS

HARD PILLOWS and HORRID FIT OUTS? HELL NO. LUSH DIGS, LONG SLEEPS and LAUGHABLY GOOD LOCATIONS? THAT’S MORE LIKE IT.

WHY WE’RE DIFFERENT

Centrally located

Our trips through Australia and New Zealand are premium. We stay in a suite of centrally located fancy hotels, lodges and hostels amongst the trees, and unique Special Stay experiences. No out of town locations and no average night’s sleep, EVER.

If it’s a beach town, you’ll smell the salt air. When it’s city time, you’ll be on the doorstep of the bright lights. When we’re not out to sea or getting back to nature, we stay right where the action is. Same-sex multi-share is standard or you can upgrade to a single or twin room for a bit extra if you wish.

TAY

A TASTE OF OUR SWEET ACCOMMODATION: • Private sailing boat, Whitsundays • Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Queenstown • Tanoa Paihia Hotel, Bay of Islands • Contiki Special Stay, Kings Creek Station

• Australis Noosa Lakes, Noosa • Contiki Special Stay, Cattle Station • Nomads Hostel, Byron Bay • Sudima Hotel, Rotorua

Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Queenstown

Special Stays

Comfort

Stay longer

There’s the well-trodden path, then there’s the Contiki venture – rammed with unique experiences and special touches. And that even applies to our accommodation. An outback cattle station, a beachside surf camp, and a swag under the stars are just some of the stays you’ll remember forever.

Nothing says homesickness like cold showers, crowded bathrooms and no creature comforts. So we ensure you have everything you want to recoup properly between days of exploring. Pools, WiFi, air-con, hot showers, pillow like beds, ensuites, breakfast each day; what more could one vagabond ask for?

It’s not uncommon for one special destination to pull at the heartstrings of a traveller and leave them needing a little more. So we’ve negotiated special rates to make it completely doable. You’re welcome.

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D O I O E F

F A VES For those of you who think Australia and New Zealand are the new countries on the block with very little in the way of local food flair, think again.

Bondi Beach, Sydney

You’re in for a surprise of seafood, steakhouses and Sunday roasts, dished up beside enough fresh produce to feed an army of vegans. Our included daily breakfasts will fuel you up for the day’s adventures, and our perfect mix of incredible included meals and free time to explore will leave you perfectly satisfied. But it’s the money can’t buy food experiences that will really see you falling for the tastes of Australia and New Zealand, where culture, flavour and tradition all blur into a frenzy of sense ticklers. From a Maori Hangi dinner and show to a quintessential Surf Club dinner in Noosa, prepare to feel like a true local. And a true foodie.

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The 2015 Storytellers Australia team

CONTIKI CARES

Armed with the education of experience and open eyes, travellers understand that exploring the world consciously is of paramount importance. Supporting local communities and the environment is not optional – it’s essential. The good news is: small steps make big waves.

CONTIKI CARES PROJECTS Since 2008, Contiki has been partnered with some incredible organisations and people that we continue to support.

TreadRight

2008 launches Sustainable Coastlines

2011

2012 Sharks Count

2013

2014 Centro de Textiles Tradicionales del Cusco

MAR Leadership Oceana

Sea Turtle Conservancy & SurfriderS Australia

2015

2016

GIVING BACK Giving back to the destinations we visit is at the heart of our business. Here are just a few examples. AUSTRALIA THE CREED FAMILY One of the highlights of our East Coast trips is our unique Special Stay at the Creed Family farm, The Old Station. We’ve worked together for years in a mutually beneficial partnership, with Contiki providing an alternative source of income for the farm, whilst visiting the Cattle Station Special Stay is a favourite experience for our travellers. CENTRAL AUSTRALIAN ABORIGINAL TOURS All our trips visiting the outback have an Aboriginal tour included. We work with the local indigenous people of the area, which allows travellers to learn about native bush foods, the cultural heritage of the area and how over time local indigenous culture is changing. Travellers also get the opportunity to learn about Aboriginal art, and can support local artists by purchasing art directly from them. SURFRIDER FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA The Surfrider Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation we have supported for two years, whose aim is to help protect and preserve Australia’s beaches. We’ve joined forces on a number of beach cleans, most recently in late 2015 as part of the Storytellers Australia project, cleaning up a beach in Yeppoon as well as Bondi beach to raise awareness about the danger of plastics within the ocean.

NEW ZEALAND SURFRIDERS AUSTRALIA

Check out

contiki.com/storytellers, contiki.com/contikicares and treadright.org for more.

Our actions and plastic pollution can directly impact our beautiful oceans. But are we doing enough? Find out more at contiki.com/ storytellers

Single use plastic water bottles are one of the most commonly found plastics both in landfill and in the ocean. To combat this, some of our travellers are issued with reusable water bottles. We work closely with Sustainable Coastlines, who are tirelessly trying to clean up New Zealand’s coastlines. Our team can often be found collecting rubbish in some of the worst affected coastal areas of Auckland. Contiki, in partnership with the TreadRight Foundation, encourages the sustainable development of tourism by projects that benefit the environment, heritage and community. Visit treadright.org to check out our exciting new partnerships with WildAid and Alliance for Artisan Enterprise.

CONTIKI LOVES THE PLANET Contiki is proud to be using 100% recycled LEIPA paper for the body of our brochures. It’s just part of The Travel Corporation way, and another sign we really dig this planet of ours.

Coach Transport: A greener way to travel Think travelling by car, train or plane is more eco than a coach trip in most countries? Think again. We use the most efficient and environmentally friendly coaches on the road. Surprised?

COACHes: a cheaper WAY TO TRAVEL Cars: 3x more expensive than a coach Rail: 3x more expensive than a coach COACH: Save your £ and the environment

GET INSPIRED!

VISIT

CONTIKI.COM

(contiki.com)

Check out contiki.com to get inspired no matter what your travel destination may be, whether it’s Europe, New Zealand, Australia, Latin America, the USA, Canada or Asia. Read our country pages devoted to highlighting our fave spots around the world, discover our awesome videos or just learn a little more about us.

Reviews

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Don’t just take our word for it, check out trip reviews and see what our past travellers have to say. And once you’ve finished your trip, leave a review yourself.

Check out the range of trips on offer, our amazing inclusions and top deals available

MEETUPS

MANAGE YOUR BOOKING GET THE LOOK

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Meet the rest of your travel group before you go and start chatting. Or download our App and access MeetUps on your iPhone or Android.

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With our Manage my booking tool, add your contact details for pre-trip updates, keep your details up to date and add extras to your booking.

Experience the trips, wear the threads. From comfy hoodies to everyday tees, we’ve got your travel look sorted. Check out the Contiki Store to see what you can deck yourself out in. Buy now at contiki.com/contikistore

Looking for inspiration to feed your wanderlust? Six-two by Contiki is a travel and lifestyle site bringing you the best of the best from the travel world. Packed with legendary stories, essential travel hacks and insider guides from those in the know, plus a whole heap more, don’t you think it’s time to go explore?

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VISIT contiki.com/six-two

Your bookings & trip itinerary

Meet & Mix before you travel Meetups!

OUR NEW CONTIKI APP!

YOUR DAILY ESSENTIALS - 5 day weather forecast

With you before, during & after your trip

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THE CONTIKI FACTS TRANSPORT INCLUDED From comfy coaches to internal flights and boat rides, it’s all about experiencing a range of ways to explore your chosen destination.

SIGHTSEEING INCLUDED

From the big sights to the hidden gems, we know what you came to see in each destination, so we bring each spot to life through walking tours and orientations to guarantee you check all your travel boxes.

FOOD EXPERIENCES:

ME TIME = FREE TIME

We make sure you get a taste of each destination. Most of our trips include breakfast daily, plus delicious meal experiences.

ALL ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED, Every night

The only thing fixed is your destination – the rest is up to you.

INCLUDED TEAM

Our trips have a Trip Manager and Driver, plus Local Guides in some destinations, all included and with you 24/7. It’s priceless knowledge and insight into the destinations you can’t get if you travel alone.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Travel insurance is compulsory on our trips, Visit contiki.com/insurance for more info.

YOU CAN DO IT!

50% of our travellers go solo. It’s all about a great blend of groups, couples and friends – all like-minded explorers.

Time Savers

Say NO to wasting precious travel time. Take to our destinations like a pro and let us take care of the hassle. No waiting for transportation, no lining up for tickets, no looking for tourist info centres, ATMs or bathrooms.

TRIPS FOR 18-35 YEAR OLDS ONLY

SAVE BIG

VISIT Contiki.com /deals

TRAVEL PIONEERS

We’re the original travel company for young explorers and after 54 years, we’re still the original and the best.

BOOK EARLY and SAVE

Book and pay early for the best deal on your trip. Don’t miss out on these great savings. Check contiki.com/deals for the latest. #1 save up to £195* Pay in full on or before 28th Apr 2016 & save up to 7.5%

#2 save up to £130* Pay in full on or before 9th Jun 2016 & save up to 5%

BOOK WITH FRIENDS

We believe in the principle of the more the merrier! Start early and get your friends on board for an amazing adventure. • 4 or more everyone saves 5%

BOOK 2 OR MORE TRIPS

• 7 or more everyone saves 7.5%

Can’t get enough of Contiki? We know the feeling. Book 2 trips of 7+ days and get £25 off your second trip.

• 10 or more everyone saves 10% (or invite an 11th and bring them, or yourself, for free!)

TRAVELLING AGAIN?

PART PAY

Once you’ve booked, register online, share it with your family and friends and pay off your trip over time.

Travelled with us or one of our sister companies before? Welcome back to the family with 5% additional discount.

FLEXDEPOSIT MIX & MATCH

Combine Australia & New Zealand trips of 7+ days with Contiki & save £25

We know travel plans can change, and with FlexDeposit, you can rest assured you’re protected if you need to cancel or delay your adventure. See p.82

The facts: all these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, extra accommodation & optional activities. Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights that start or end your trip. You can combine loyalty discounts (‘Travelling Again’) , group discounts (‘Book with Friends’) multi trip discounts (‘2 or more’) & early payment (‘Pay Early’) discounts on trips of 7 days or longer. Pay Early savings do not apply to bookings made within 45 days of trip departure and are not combinable with Last Minute Deals. Group discounts (‘Book with friends’) is available on all trips. Book early savings of £195 and £130 based on The Big Walkabout with Sailing (start Sydney) p.32-33

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MIX

&MATCH& &

Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come this far. Are you seriously going to skip a whole country of fun? Team up an Australia and New Zealand Contiki trip and slice your price down with our two-trip discount. Book 2 trips that match up and save ÂŁ25 (combinable with other discounts). Speak to your travel agent or Contiki representative for Mix and Match trip options, flight routes and timings. We also offer stopover trips in Fiji and Honolulu to break up any painful plane journeys. Ultimate island paradise, here you come!

Sydney

D N A L A E Z NEW

A I L A R T S AU

Queenstown

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AUSTR

Vast open plains, endless natural beauty, rousing city scenes and an enviable attitude of carefree cool.

Whitsundays

RALIA

There’s more to see and love in this country than you could ever imagine. Home to world famous beaches, lively cities and epic nightlife, it’s not surprising Australians have self-titled it the lucky country and the Great Southern Land.

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Our trips are as unique as you are. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve curated 5 different travel styles in Australia, guaranteeing your adventure meets your mindset.

Florence Falls

P.31

P.40

P.43

4 trips from 12 to 25 days

2 trips from 7 to 10 days

4 trips from 5 to 11 days

See it all, do it all

Explore by day, live it up by night

For the culturally curious

• Get the most out of your time

• Tick off the must-sees by day

• More choice

• Party by night

• Go in-depth in your favourite regions

• More destinations

• Stretch your budget even further

• Less travel time • More time in a single region

• More icons

& DIVE P.54

P.50

2 trips

3 trips from 3 to 4 days

from 3 to 5 days

For jam-packed jaw-drops

Sun, sea, sand and adventure

• Bucket list events & special dates

• Feel the wind in your hair

• Unmissable short stays

• Explore the Whitsundays by private boat • Learn to dive in the Great Barrier Reef

find out more at contiki.com/AUSTRALIA

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TIME

Let’s not beat around the bush: no one gives you more ME Time (free time) than us. You’ve come to Australia to explore, and frankly there’s exploring a-plenty in this giant of a country, so we give you the free time you need to do just that. Dive into the deep end in the Great Barrier Reef, jump out of the sky on a tandem skydive in Surfers Paradise or take a heli ride over the stunning Uluru. We’ve got a host of options on offer and get you the best deal out there through our well connected network of local friends. Relaxing with a cocktail at sunset more your thing? We get it, and with us you get the time to do just that. Look for the symbol on the trip pages for some inspiration on how to spend your ME Time.

Important: ME Time optional 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 optionals can be physically demanding and may involve some risk.

ME TIME OPTIONAL

Daytrip to Whitehaven Beach

FREE TIME

Relaxing in Sydney

ME TIME OPTIONAL

Quad biking in Kings Canyon

ME TIME OPTIONAL

Skydiving in Cairns

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Included visit to Florence Falls

Included hike through Kings Canyon

Included visit to Byron Bay lighthouse

Shot by @elsew.her.e on the Beaches & Reefs trip • Included on 5 trips to Australia

Shot by @missmaisy000 on The Big Walkabout trip • Included on 2 trips to Australia

Included visit to Lake Mackenzie, Fraser Island

Included visit to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Shot by @geenanicholls on the Beaches & Reefs trip • Included on 4 trips to Australia

Shot by@posy92 on the Beaches & Reefs trip • Included on 5 trips to Australia

Included visit To Uluru at sunset with fizz

Included visit to Contiki’s CATTLE Station SPECIAL STOPOVER

Included tour of Sydney

Shot by @contiki_zammit on the Outback Adventure trip • Included on 3 trips to Australia

Shot by @ellywood_96 on the Reefs & Rainforests trip • Included on 5 trips to Australia

MORE INCLUDED

EXPERIENCES

Shot by @mini_traveling_with_me on the Sunsets & Surf trip • Included on 6 trips to Australia

Shot by @katerinahitova on the Outback Adventure trip • Included on 3 trips to Australia

Included visit to Kata Tjuta (The Olgas)

Shot by @hannagrace_on the Rock & Red trip • Included on 3 trips to Australia

By choosing Contiki you’re choosing to travel with the company who include more experiences, sights and sounds in Australia as part of every single trip. Surf lesson sound like you? Or is a visit to the famous Blue Mountains more your jam? Seeing Uluru at sunset on your hit-list? Whatever Aussie moment you’re hunting for, we’re bound to include it as part of your trip price. Don’t take our word for it either, see above for real photos taken by travellers on our trips.

These don’t even touch the surface of what we include as part of our trips. See the snapshot section on our trip pages for what’s included on each of our 13 unique itineraries, and search for our trip hashtags for even more inspiration.

U O R Y

TEAM

It’s not hard to see why the words legend, knowledgeable, and even guru get thrown around about our team in Australia. Ever wished you’d had someone right there to ask where the ATM or the bathroom is, or how to get from A to B when you travel? Painful right? You won’t get that with Contiki. With us, our 24/7 team of Trip Manager and Trip Driver are with you every day of your journey and are

ready with all the info you need as you explore. And, there’s no need to stress about where to go, or hotel and transport bookings. They work hard, and know the sights and sounds of Oz like no other, it’s their backyard after all. They live to travel and can deal with anything you throw their way.

Name: Mark Team member: Trip Manager Favourite spot: MANLY Beach

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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast

where the wild things are

As famous as the beaches AND babe’n locals, are Australia’s other residents, many you might just see or hold when you’re travelling Contiki. To get you in the mood, we’re giving you the fast-Track WTF facts on some furry (or not so furry) friends.

Wombat

Dingo

An animal with a beak like a duck, a tail like a beaver, and feet like an otter sounds like something a mad scientist would create. Add to the list the ability to lay lizard-like eggs and shoot poison out of its foot, and you have a unique creature indeed.

Protected by Australian law, this endangered species is at the bottom of the food chain when it comes to dingoes and Tasmanian Devils, but they are so cute and love to be tickled (check YouTube).

The wild dog of Australia is able to use its paws like hands and turn door knobs. Their ability to go where other dogs can’t means dingoes get into way more mischief.

kangaroo

Tasmanian Devil

Koala

Not just a cartoon my friend, these are very real and live in Tasmania, carrying their young round in little pouches just like a kangaroo. Be careful – they bite!

Not actually a bear after all (who knew?), these little guys date back as far as 20 million years ago.

Platypus

Not only are there more kangaroos than humans in Australia, the female kangaroo can determine the sex of their offspring... wow!

Florence Falls

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Uluru

Whitsundays

CHOOSING BETWEEN SURFERS PARADISE and SYDNEY? OR ALICE SPRINGS and AIRLIE BEACH? NEVER. YOU’LL TAKE THEM ALL THANKS VERY MUCH. THAT BUCKET LIST ISN’T GOING TO SMASH ITSELF. our trips The Big Walkabout �� p.32 Beaches & Reefs �� p.34

Reefs & Rainforests �� p.36 Sunsets & Surf �� p.38

INCLUDED • S ightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations

Cattle Station Special Stay

• G et around on our modern, air-conditioned coaches with powerpoints, WiFi (on some coaches), in-seat USB charging points, movies and a killer sound system! ore included activities, such as • M a surf lesson at Coff’s Harbour and sunset drinks at Uluru

• A mix of hotel and Special Stay accommodation, including an outback cattle station and a surf village • B reakfast every day, plus included dinners at hotels and local restaurants E Time – choose to discover this • M great country in your own time or get involved in our ME Time optionals

Darling Harbour, Sydney

• A Trip Manager and Driver team who will be your experts on all things Australia

Contiki.com/discovery-plus-australia

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2016/17 31 05

THE BIG WALKABOUT 25 DAYS FROM

£2655 £107 PP*

DISCOVERY PLUS

6 World Heritage sites visited

DARWIN 1 2 KAKADU N.P. 1 KATHERINE

Litchfield N.P.

P/DAY*

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

1 1

Mataranka

Daly Waters NORTHERN TERRITORY

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £195. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

1 TENNANT CREEK Devils Marbles Wycliffe Well

#BIGWALKABOUT

3 CAIRNS Tully

GREAT BARRIER REEF

Townsville Airlie Beach

2 WHITSUNDAYS Mackay

KINGS CANYON 1 The Olgas

Simpsons Gap

ULURU

2 ALICE SPRINGS

QUEENSLAND

CATTLE 1 STATION

Capricorn Coast

Fraser Island

NOOSA 2 Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Currumbin

1 BYRON BAY 1 COFFS HARBOUR

NEW SOUTH WALES Port Macquarie

2 SYDNEY

Cattle Station Special Stay

SNAPSHOT

AUSTRALIA

24 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Sydney. Meet up with your Contiki Team before we head out of the city & into the Blue Mountains to learn about this amazing landscape. Hike Wentworth Falls, then it’s back to Sydney for dinner in Darling Harbour. Hotel (D) Trip to the Blue Mountains See the Three Sisters Hike at Wentworth Falls Cook your own BBQ steak

Day 10 - 11: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays style? You can. Choose to hit the blue waters & try your hand at sailing on our private sailing adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including Whitehaven Beach. See p.55 for more info & the price panel for costs. Multi-share accommodation. Yacht (D)(B,L,D)(B)

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Day 2: Sydney. Today we get the best views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House. Drive to Manly Beach for lunch & a swim. Hotel (B) Take a tour of Kings Cross, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Macquarie Street & The Rocks Ferry from Manly M Climb the Harbour Bridge

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Day 3: Sydney to Coffs Harbour. It’s out of the city & into the cool surf vibes at our Surf Village. (B,D) Surf Village Special Stay Stop in the seaside resort town of Port Macquarie Pass the famous ‘Big Banana’

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Day 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay. Get yourself onto the waves in our surf lesson! This afternoon we head to legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B) ‘Learn to surf’ lesson Visit Australia’s most easterly point & Cape Byron lighthouse Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle & cool night life M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park & waves to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal)

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Day 5: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise. We head north to Surfers Paradise & stop at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary – see wombats, kangaroos & maybe cuddle a koala. Resort (B) Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Stay at a resort located right near the beach

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Day 6: Surfers Paradise. With a free day, hit the shops or hit the skies on a skydive, or head to the beach & chill! Tonight, we party with club entry. Resort (B) Nightclub entry Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches

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Day 7: Surfers Paradise to Noosa. Take a peek at Brisbane, take a stroll along the river or hit the shops before we hit the road & head to chic Noosa. Resort (B) See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall See the Glasshouse Mountains

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Day 8: Noosa. Today we head to Fraser Island for an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests, cruise over sand dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! Resort (B,L,D) Visit the largest sand island in the world Drive along Australia’s only sand highway Indulge in a gourmet lunch Dine beachside in Noosa

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Day 9: Noosa to Farmstay. Head over the Great Dividing Range & into cattle country for a unique local overnight stay, you can even flex your skills at whip cracking! (B,D) Cattle Station Special Stay Stop at Childers, known for its heritage & farming history Check out the farm & animals on a hay wagon ride & meet the station owners M Ohana Winery Experience

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Days 10 - 11: Farmstay to The Whitsundays. Enjoy the beaches & water sports in the paradise of The Whitsundays. Resort (B,D)(B) Cross the Tropic of Capricorn See Rockhampton – the beef capital of Australia Stop at Airlie Beach M Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)

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Codes: ex Sydney: EXSXD ex Darwin: EXDXD Day 12: The Whitsundays to Cairns. Today, we head to tropical North Queensland & gateway to the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Hotel (B) Townsville city tour See Magnetic Island Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island national park Pass through Tully, home to Oz’s best white water rafting

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Days 13 - 14: Cairns. With 2 free days, experience Cairns’ best! From shopping & great nightlife to adrenaline activities & exploring the reef, you’re spoiled with choices. There’s also your chance to try some kangaroo. Hotel (B,D)(B) M Whitewater rafting Day 15: Cairns to Alice Springs. Today we head to the Outback! Check out ‘The Alice’, famous for its Aboriginal art. Maybe hold a snake or lizard at a reptile park. Hotel (B,D) See the MacDonnell Ranges from Anzac Hill See the stunning Aboriginal site of Simpsons Gap See the dry Todd River which hosts the annual Henley on Todd Regatta Reptile park experience

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Day 16: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station. Try ‘bush tucker’, meet members of the Walpiri Aboriginal community & learn to throw a boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek Station – go local like Aussie ‘bushies’ & sleep under the stars in a comfy swag. (B,D) Outback Special Stay Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’ & desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’

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Day 17: Kings Creek Station to Uluru. Next we make tracks to Uluru. Take a walk through its neighbour Kata Tjuta (The Olgas). Lodge (B) Enjoy delicious bacon & eggs for breakfast See the 700 million year old Mt Conner & Lake Amadeus Hike through ‘Kata-Tjuta’ (The Olgas)

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Day 18: Uluru. Catch the Uluru sunrise, take a walk around ‘The Rock’ & hear stories of the area & its Aboriginal rock art. Tonight, catch an Uluru sunset with a glass of bubbly. Lodge (B) Visit Uluru Cultural Centre See Uluru at sunrise & toast it at sunset

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Day 19: Uluru to Alice Springs. Say goodbye to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice Springs. Hotel (B) Indulge in a BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’

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Day 20: Alice Springs to Tennant Creek. Our ‘Top End’ adventure begins today – we cross the Tropic of Capricorn to Aussie’s old mining town, Tennant Creek. Hotel (B,D) Keep your eyes peeled for UFOs at Wycliffe Well Visit the ‘Devils Marbles’ M Dawn hot air balloon flight over the desert & MacDonnell Ranges

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Day 21: Tennant Creek to Katherine. Stop at the Territory’s oldest pub, then make a splash in Mataranka thermal pools. Later, it’s on to Katherine & its famous gorge. Hotel (B)

at the Mataranka thermal pools • Swim • Hear stories from ‘We of the Never Never’ Homestead

Day 22: Katherine to Kakadu National Park. Hike, walk, or take an optional boat trip to see the massive Katherine Gorge. Next up: Kakadu National Park via Edith Falls for a swim. Hotel (B,D) Visit Katherine Gorge Cool off in Edith Falls (seasonal)

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Day 23: Kakadu National Park. Explore Kakadu today – its variety of gorgeous landscapes, wildlife & arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock will seriously impress. Hotel (B) Keep your eyes peeled for crocs on a wildlife cruise See the Aboriginal rock art Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre M Scenic flight over this World Heritage listed area

(23 nights for reverse itinerary), Unique Special Stays: 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village, 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station, 1 night Kings Creek Station Outback Bush Camp, 18 nights in hotels & resorts, 1 night in a hostel, 2 nights in a lodge Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht

INCLUDED MEALS

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24 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 10 dinners (D)

Day 24: Kakadu to Darwin. Wave Kakadu farewell as we head to Darwin. Don’t forget to pick up a didgeridoo & meet some local Aboriginal artists before you leave. Stop off en route for a swim in the famous (& gorgeous) Florence Falls in Litchfield National Park. Hotel (B) Enjoy a swim in Florence Falls

INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION)

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Day 25: Darwin. Get your bearings on a city tour of Darwin & visit East Point Military Reserve & the local museum to learn about its historical past. Then it’s time to say farewell to your travel buddies & swap email addresses. (B) Guided city tour of Darwin Visit the Darwin Museum

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HOW MUCH & WHEN CODE: EXSDD 2016/17 Start

Sydney

Finish Trip Darwin only £ pp*

Trip & Start sailing Darwin £ pp*

2016 Sep Oct Nov Dec

25 23 20 18 15 12 12 9 7 4 2 30 27

Finish Trip Sydney only £ pp*

Trip & sailing £ pp*

2016 Oct Nov Dec Jan

19 16 14 11

2655 2655 2789 2789

2815 2815 2949 2949

Feb Mar Apr May May Jun Jul Aug Sep

8 8 5 3 31 28 26 23 20

2789 2789 2789 2775 2775 2775 2735 2735 2735

2949 2949 2949 2935 2935 2935 2895 2895 2895

2017 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug

CODE: EXDSD 2016/17

Sep Oct Nov Dec

28 Oct 26 Nov 23 Dec 21 ●■ Jan

21 18 16 13

2565 2565 2699 2699

2725 2725 2859 2859

10 10 7 5 2 30 28 25 22

2699 2699 2699 2685 2685 2685 2645 2645 2645

2859 2859 2859 2845 2845 2845 2805 2805 2805

2017 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Aug

18 ● 15 15 12 10 7 5 2 30

Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jun Jul Aug Sep

* Prices above are based on multi-share. Included flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map opposite as part of the trip price. Please see ‘Included flights’ on p.82 for important info. Single room supplement (trip only) add £1215/add £375 for second person twin-share. Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add £1075/add £335 for second person twin-share. (Boat cabins multishare only). EXSDD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Darwin 5:00pm. EXDSD: Start Darwin 7:30am & end Sydney 5:00pm. ● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village Special Stay. ■ Spend New Year’s Eve in Cairns.

24 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 11 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power & USB points for charging • Flight from Cairns to Alice Springs (Uluru to Cairns for EXDSD) • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • National park fees, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Visit the Blue Mountains • Sydney Harbour ferry cruise from Manly • Surf lesson in Coffs Harbour • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • Noosa Surf Club dinner • 4WD trip across Fraser Island • Alice Springs Aboriginal Dreamtime ‘Bush tucker’ tour • Alice Springs Reptile Centre experience • Uluru sunset drinks & nibbles Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

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ME TIME OPTIONS M Helicopter ride over Uluru See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

For travel insurance see p.82.

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Darwin. Or save up to £90 if you travel from Darwin to Sydney (this trip will be 24 days long).

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ WALKABOUT

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BEACHES & REEFS 14 DAYS

£1429 £103

CAIRNS 2 Tully

GREAT BARRIER REEF

Townsville Airlie Beach

2 WHITSUNDAYS

Mackay

FROM

PP*

DISCOVERY PLUS

P/DAY*

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £125. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

4 World Heritage sites visited 1 1

QUEENSLAND

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

CATTLE STATION 1

Capricorn Coast

Fraser Island

2 NOOSA Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

#BEACHESANDREEFS

Currumbin

1 BYRON BAY 1 COFFS HARBOUR

NEW SOUTH WALES Port Macquarie

2 SYDNEY

TASMAN SEA

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

CORAL SEA

The Whitsundays

SNAPSHOT

AUSTRALIA

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Sydney. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel buddies this morning. We’ll head out of the city & into the Blue Mountains to learn about this amazing landscape including the Three Sisters. Frame up some shots as you hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back to Sydney for dinner overlooking Darling Harbour. Hotel (D) Day trip to the Blue Mountains See the Three Sisters Hike at Wentworth Falls Cook your own BBQ steak

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Day 2: Sydney. Today we hit the streets & icons of Sydney, including the spot to see the city’s best views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House. If you’re up for it, get a different view & head to the top of the Harbour Bridge! We’ll drive to Manly Beach for lunch & a swim. Hotel (B) Take a tour of Kings Cross, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Macquarie Street & The Rocks Ferry from Manly with time for lunch & a swim M Climb the Harbour Bridge

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Day 9: Noosa to Farmstay. Head over the Great Dividing Range & into cattle country for a truly unique local overnight at our Outback Station, where you can even flex your skills at whip cracking! (B,D) Cattle Station Special Stay Stop at Childers, known for its heritage & farming history Check out the farm & animals on a hay wagon ride & meet the station owners M Ohana Winery Experience

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NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

HOW MUCH & WHEN CODE: BRSCD 2016/17 Start Sydney

Finish Cairns

Trip only £ pp*

CODE: BRCSD 2016/17

Trip & Start sailing Cairns

2016 Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec

4 25 2 23 30 20 27 18 25 ■ 1 8 15 22 5 12 19 12 9 7 4 2 9 30 6 27 3

Sydney

Trip only

Trip & sailing

£ pp*

2016 Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Jan

17 8 15 5 12 3 10 31 7

1479 1479 1479 1479 1479 1555 1555 1555 1555

1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1715 1715 1715 1715

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

14 21 28 4 18 25 4 25 22 20 17 15 22 12 19 9 16

1555 1555 1555 1555 1555 1555 1555 1555 1545 1545 1545 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525

1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1705 1705 1705 1685 1685 1685 1685 1685 1685

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec

17 8 15 5 12 3 10 ● 31 ●

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan

30 21 28 18 25 16 23 13

1429 1429 1429 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505

1589 1589 1589 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665

Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jun Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep

20 27 3 10 17 3 10 17 7 5 2 30 28 4 25 1 22 29

1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1495 1495 1495 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475

1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1655 1655 1655 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635

2017

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep

Finish

£ pp*

Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

7 ● 14 ● 21 28 ● 4 ● 18 25 4 ● 25 22 20 17 15 22 ● 12 19 ● 9 16 ●

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Single room supplement (trip only) add £709/add £215 for second person twin-share.

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Day 12: The Whitsundays to Cairns. Today, we’ll head to Tropical North Queensland known for its rainforests & as the gateway to the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Hotel (B) Check out Townsville on a city tour See Magnetic Island Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island national park Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting Day 13: Cairns. With a free day, experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, great nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & exploring the reef, you’re spoiled with choices. Tonight, there’s your chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hotel (B,D) M Great Barrier Reef scuba diving for beginners & certified divers

■ Spend New Year’s Eve in Noosa.

Day 3: Sydney to Coffs Harbour. It’s out of the city & into the cool surfer vibes that Oz is famous for at our Surf Village. (B,D) Surf Village Special Stay Stop in the seaside resort town of Port Macquarie Pass the famous ‘Big Banana’ Day 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay. Get yourself onto the waves on our surf lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our pro surfer guides will have you up on a board in no time. So grab your towel, sunnies & iPod & hit the beach for the ultimate chill. This afternoon, we head to legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B) ‘Learn to surf’ lesson Visit Australia’s most easterly point & Cape Byron lighthouse Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle, galleries, amazing food & cool night life M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park Day 5: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise. There’s time to work on your tan this morning before heading north into Queensland to Surfers Paradise. We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where you can see wombats, feed a kangaroo & cuddle up to a koala. Resort (B) Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary & see iconic Aussie animals Stay at a resort located right by the beach M 4WD National Park rainforest tour

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Day 6: Surfers Paradise. With a free day, explore the way you want. With great shopping, it’s the perfect place for some retail therapy, hit the skies on a skydive, or head to the beach with a book & some beats, & chill. Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz. Resort (B) Nightclub entry Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches

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Day 14: Cairns. Feed your inner adrenaline junkie or relax? It’s your choice with another free day to do what you’re into. Later, it’s time to swap emails & numbers as your trip ends at 5.00pm. (B)

Manly Beach

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add £569/add £175 for second person twin-share. (Boat cabins multishare only). BRSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Cairns 5:00pm. BRCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Sydney 5:00pm. ● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village Special Stay. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 16-day Reefs & Rainforests or 25-day Big Walkabout trips. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

INCLUDED MEALS 13 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 6 dinners (D)

INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 13 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power & USB points for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • National park fees, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Visit the famous Blue Mountains • Sydney Harbour ferry cruise from Manly • Surf lesson or kayak in Coffs Harbour • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • Noosa Surf Club dinner Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

ME TIME OPTIONS M Tandem skydive in Surfers Paradise See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

Day 7: Surfers Paradise to Noosa. Take a peek at Brisbane’s sights before we make our way to the chic beach town, Noosa. Resort (B) See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ BEACHES

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Cattle Station Special Stay

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Day 8: Noosa. Today we head to Fraser Island for an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests, sand dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! Resort (B,L,D) Dine beachside in Noosa Visit the largest sand island in the world Drive along Australia’s only sand highway Indulge in a gourmet lunch Watch the sunset over mainland Australia

Unique Special Stays: 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village, 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station, & 10 nights in hotels & resorts, 1 night in a hostel Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht

I had hands down the greatest time in Australia. From the gorgeous views to the tasty food! I’ll never forget laying out under the stars on the farm stay. It was breath-taking! Colleen (contiki.com/reviews)

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Cairns. Or save up to £50 if you travel from Cairns to Sydney.

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REEFS & RAINFORESTS

DISCOVERY PLUS CAPE 1 TRIBULATION Mossman Gorge

Port Douglas

3 CAIRNS Tully

16 DAYS

GREAT BARRIER REEF

Townsville Airlie Beach

FROM

2 WHITSUNDAYS

Mackay

£1579 £99 PP*

P/DAY*

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £140. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

QUEENSLAND

4 World Heritage sites visited 1 1

CATTLE STATION 1

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

#REEFSANDRAINFORESTS

Capricorn Coast

Fraser Island

NOOSA 2 Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Currumbin

1 BYRON BAY 1 COFFS HARBOUR

NEW SOUTH WALES Port Macquarie

2 SYDNEY

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

CORAL SEA

Great Barrier Reef

TASMAN SEA

SNAPSHOT

AUSTRALIA ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Cairns to Cape Tribulation. Meet up with your Contiki Team & hit the road! Get an insider’s look at ancient Aboriginal culture & maybe try the unusual flavours offered at the local ice creamery, before reaching lush Cape Tribulation. Lodge Aboriginal experience at Mossman Gorge

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Day 2: Cape Tribulation to Cairns. We visit Cape Tribulation Beach & then check out the mangroves on a walk with our Local Guide. This afternoon it’s back to Cairns. Hotel (B) Visit Port Douglas Mangrove boardwalk with our expert Local Guide

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Days 3 - 4: Cairns. With 2 free days, experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, great nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & exploring the reef, you’re spoiled with choices. There’s also a chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hotel (B,D)(B) M Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise with lunch Day 5: Cairns to The Whitsundays. See Airlie Beach and the paradise of The Whitsundays. Resort (B,D) Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island national park

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Day 6: The Whitsundays. This place is the ultimate way to relax. So take time to chill or get into some water sports & good times on a sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach. Resort (B) M Day sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach with lunch (weather dependent) Day 5 - 6: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays style? You can. Choose to hit the blue waters & try your hand at sailing on our private sailing adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including Whitehaven Beach. See p.55 for more info & the price panel for costs. Multi-share accommodation. Yacht (D)(B,L,D)(B) Codes: ex Cairns: BWCWD ex Sydney: BWSWD Day 7: The Whitsundays to Farmstay. Say farewell to paradise, as we jet through sugar cane country to our true Aussie farmstay overnight. (B,D) Cattle Station Special Stay Cross the Tropic of Capricorn See Rockhampton – the beef capital of Australia Check out the farm & animals on a hay wagon ride Meet the station owners & try whip cracking!

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Day 8: Farmstay to Noosa. Today we head back out to the coast before we reach chic Noosa. Resort (B) Stop at Childers, known for its heritage & farming history Watch the sunset over mainland Australia M Ohana Winery Experience

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Day 9: Noosa. Today we head to Fraser Island for an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests & sand dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! Resort (B,L,D) Visit the largest sand island in the world Indulge in a gourmet lunch Drive along Australia’s only sand highway Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club

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Day 10: Noosa to Surfers Paradise. Get into the chic vibes of Noosa, then stop & check out Brisbane before reaching the East Coast party capital, Surfers Paradise! Resort (B) See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall Stay at a resort located right by the beach

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Day 11: Surfers Paradise. With a free day, explore the way you want. With great shopping it’s the perfect place for some retail therapy, hit the skies on a tandem skydive, or head to the beach & chill. Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz. Resort (B) Nightclub entry Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches

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Day 12: Surfers Paradise to Byron Bay. We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where you can see wombats, feed a kangaroo & cuddle up to a koala. This afternoon, we head to legendary Byron Bay. (B) Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle, galleries, amazing food & cool night life M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park & waves to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal)

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Day 13: Byron Bay to Coffs Harbour. Get yourself onto the waves on our surf lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our pro surfer guides will have you up on a board in no time. So grab your towel, sunnies & iPod & hit the beach for the ultimate chill. (B,D) Surf Village Special Stay Visit Australia’s most easterly point & Cape Byron lighthouse ‘Learn to surf’ lesson

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Day 14: Coffs Harbour to Sydney. Say farewell to the surf action at Coffs as we head to the icons & big city buzz of Sydney. If you’re up for it, get a different view & head to the top of the Harbour Bridge. Hotel (B) Pass the famous ‘Big Banana’ See the Hawkesbury River & its oyster farms Experience Sydney’s famous nightlife M Climb the Harbour Bridge

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Day 15: Sydney. Hit the streets & icons of Sydney, including the spot to see the city’s best views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House this afternoon. We’ll drive to Manly Beach for lunch & a swim before cruising back to the city for dinner & your last night on trip. Hotel (B,D) Take a tour of Kings Cross, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Macquarie Street & The Rocks Take a ferry from Manly where there will be time for lunch & a swim Cook your own BBQ steak

• • •

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

HOW MUCH & WHEN CODE: BWCSD 2016/17 CODE: BWSCD 2016/17 Start

Cairns

Finish Trip Sydney only £ pp*

Trip & Start sailing Sydney £ pp*

2016 Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec

15 6 13 3 10 1 8 ● 29 ● 5 ● 12 ● 19 26 ● 2 ● 16 23 2 ● 23 20 18 15 13 20 ● 10 17 ● 7 14 ●

£ pp*

Trip & sailing £ pp*

2016 Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan

30 21 28 18 25 16 23 13

1579 1579 1579 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665

1739 1739 1739 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825

Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec

Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jun Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep 29

20 27 3 10 17 3 10 17 7 5 2 30 28 4 25 1 22 Sep

1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1655 1655 1655 1625 1625 1625 1625 1625 1625

1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1825 1815 1815 1815 1785 1785 1785 1785 1785 1785

2017

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

Finish Trip Cairns only

Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep

4 25 2 23 30 20 27 18 25 ■ 1 8 15 22 5 12 19 12 9 7 4 2 9 30 6 27 3

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan Jan

19 10 17 7 14 5 12 2 9

1639 1639 1639 1639 1639 1725 1725 1725 1725

1799 1799 1799 1799 1799 1885 1885 1885 1885

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

16 23 30 6 20 27 6 27 24 22 19 17 24 14 21 11 18

1725 1725 1725 1725 1725 1725 1725 1725 1715 1715 1715 1685 1685 1685 1685 1685 1685

1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1875 1875 1875 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £865/add £259 for second person twin-share. Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add £725/add £219 for second person twin-share. (Boat cabins multishare only). BWCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Sydney 5:00pm. BWSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Cairns 5:00pm. ● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village Special Stay. ■ Spend New Year’s Eve in Noosa. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82.

INCLUDED MEALS 15 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 6 dinners (D)

INCLUDED MEALS SAILING OPTION 15 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power & USB points for charging • Rainforest adventure on days 1 & 2 • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • National park fees, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS

It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Cairns. Or save up to £60 if you travel from Cairns to Sydney.

• Aboriginal guided experience at Mossman Gorge • Locally guided 4WD trip across Fraser Island with lunch & drinks • Noosa Surf Club dinner • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • Surf lesson or kayak in Coffs Harbour • Sydney Harbour ferry cruise from Manly • Visit the famous Blue Mountains Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

TRY OUR RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE ON DAYS 1 & 2

M 4WD national park rainforest tour in Surfers Paradise See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

Day 16: Sydney. With the city icons checked off, it’s time to hit the country. We’ll head to the Blue Mountains & learn about this amazing landscape including the Three Sisters. Frame up some shots as you hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back to Sydney. It’s then time to say farewell to your travel buddies as your trip ends at 5:00pm. (B) Day trip to the Blue Mountains See the Three Sisters Hike at Wentworth Falls

• • •

Cattle Station

Unique Special Stays: 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station, 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village, & 11 nights in hotels & resorts, 1 night in a lodge, 1 night in a hostel, Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht

YOUR CHOICE

•

ME TIME OPTIONS

Get geared up for 2 days in paradise! With huge mountain ranges & rainforest stretching right to the ocean, the lush Daintree area is where the tropics meets the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. This World Heritage Site is packed with ancient plants & animals & is the home of the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people – it’s ready to be explored & a must-do in this part of the world. Come see it with us.

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SUNSETS & SURF

DISCOVERY PLUS

GREAT BARRIER REEF

12 DAYS

Airlie Beach

Mackay

FROM

£1285 £108 PP*

2 WHITSUNDAYS

QUEENSLAND

P/DAY*

CATTLE 1 STATION

Capricorn Coast

Fraser Island

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £115. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

2 NOOSA SURFERS PARADISE 2

#SUNSETSANDSURF

Brisbane Currumbin

1 BYRON BAY 1 COFFS HARBOUR

NEW SOUTH WALES

3 World Heritage sites visited 1 1

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

Port Macquarie

2 SYDNEY

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

TASMAN SEA

Byron Bay

SNAPSHOT

AUSTRALIA

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Sydney. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel buddies this morning. We’ll head to the Blue Mountains & learn about this amazing landscape including the Three Sisters. Frame up some shots as you hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back to Sydney for dinner overlooking Darling Harbour. Hotel (D) Day trip to the Blue Mountains See the Three Sisters Hike at Wentworth Falls Cook your own BBQ steak

• • • •

Day 2: Sydney. Today we hit the streets & icons of Sydney, including the spot to see the city’s best views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House. If you’re up for it, get a different view & head to the top of the Harbour Bridge! We’ll drive to Manly Beach for lunch & a swim. Hotel (B) Take a tour of Kings Cross, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Macquarie Street & The Rocks Visit The Rocks Markets (weekends) or Paddington’s chic shopping area Ferry from Manly with time for lunch & a swim M Climb the Harbour Bridge

• • •

• •

Day 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay. Get yourself onto the waves with our surf lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our pro surfer guides will have you up on a board in no time. So grab your towel, sunnies & iPod & hit the beach for the ultimate chill. This afternoon, we head to legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B) ‘Learn to surf’ lesson Visit Australia’s most easterly point & Cape Byron lighthouse Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle, galleries, amazing food & cool night life

• • •

Day 5: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise. There’s time to work on your tan this morning before heading north into Queensland to Surfers Paradise. We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where you can see wombats, feed a kangaroo & cuddle up to a koala. Resort (B) Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary & see iconic Aussie animals Stay at a resort located right by the beach

• •

Day 6: Surfers Paradise. A free day to explore the way you want. With great shopping, it’s the perfect place for some retail therapy, hit the skies on a skydive, or head to the beach with a book & some beats, & chill. Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz. Resort (B)

• Nightclub entry • Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches

Day 7: Surfers Paradise to Noosa. Check out Brisbane’s sights before we make our way to the chic beach town, Noosa. Resort (B) See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains

• •

Day 8: Noosa. Today we head to Fraser Island for an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests & sand dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! Resort (B,L,D) Visit the largest sand island in the world Drive along Australia’s only sand highway Indulge in a gourmet lunch Watch the sunset over mainland Australia Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club

• • • • •

Day 9: Noosa to Farmstay. Head over the Great Dividing Range & into cattle country for a truly unique local overnight at our outback station, where you can even flex your skills at whip cracking! (B,D)

Cattle Station Special Stay

• Stop at Childers, known for its heritage & farming history • Check out the farm & animals on a hay wagon ride • Meet the station owners

M Ohana Winery Experience

• • •

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

HOW MUCH & WHEN CODE: SQSCD 2016/17 CODE: SQCSD 2016/17 Start Sydney

Finish Trip W’suns only £ pp*

Trip & sailing

2016 Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec

4 25 2 23 30 20 27 18 25 ■ 1 8 15 22 5 12 19 12 9 7 4 2 9 30 6 27 3

W’suns

Finish Trip Sydney only £ pp*

Trip & sailing £ pp*

2016 Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Jan

15 6 13 3 10 1 8 29 5

1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1385 1385 1385 1385

1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1545 1545 1545 1545

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

12 19 26 2 16 23 2 23 20 18 15 13 20 10 17 7 14

1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1375 1375 1375 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355

1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1535 1535 1535 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec

19 10 17 7 14 5 12 ●

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec

30 21 28 18 25 16 23

1285 1285 1285 1355 1355 1355 1355

1445 1445 1445 1515 1515 1515 1515

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jun Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep

13 20 27 3 10 17 3 10 17 7 5 2 30 28 4 25 1 22 29

1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1345 1345 1345 1325 1325 1325 1325 1325 1325

1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1505 1505 1505 1485 1485 1485 1485 1485 1485

INCLUDED MEALS 11 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 5 dinners (D)

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep

Start

£ pp*

Unique Special Stays: 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village, 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station, & 8 nights in hotels & resorts, 1 night in a hostel Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht

2 ● 9 ● 16 ● 23 30 ● 6 ● 20 27 6 ● 27 24 22 19 17 24 ● 14 21 ● 11 18 ●

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £605/add £185 for second person twin-share. Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add £465/add £145 for second person twin-share. (Boat cabins multishare only). SQSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end W’suns 8:00am. SQCSD: Start W’suns 5:00pm & end Sydney 5:00pm. ● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village Special Stay. ■ Spend New Year’s Eve in Noosa. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 16-day Reefs & Rainforests trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

Day 12: The Whitsundays. The trip ends after breakfast, so it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 11 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 6 dinners (D)

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Visit the famous Blue Mountains • Sydney Harbour ferry cruise from Manly • Surf lesson or kayak in Coffs Harbour • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary • Noosa Surf Club dinner • Locally guided 4WD trip across Fraser Island with lunch Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS

Whitehaven Beach

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Sydney to The Whitsundays. Or save up to £30 if you travel from The Whitsundays to Sydney.

I had such a pleasant experience. And huge thumbs up for the Sailing! Highly recommended when you’re in the Whitsundays. Rachel (contiki.com/reviews)

M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park & waves to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal) M Tandem skydive See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Stroll along the Noosa Coastal Track. Keep your eyes peeled for koalas chilling in gum trees or dolphins & humpback whales out at sea. Bliss !

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Gold Coast

Whitsundays

Bondi Beach

Byron Bay

NOT EVEN AUSTRALIA’S EAST COAST SEES YOU COASTING. EXPLORE ALL DAY AND DANCE ALL NIGHT, THAT’S THE MOTTO OF A HIGH ENERY TRIP. VIP NIGHTCLUB ENTRY IN BYRON BAY, ANYONE? our trips City to Surf ��p.41

The Sun Seeker ��p.42

INCLUDED • S ightseeing of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations

Cattle Station Special Stay

• A Trip Manager and Driver team who will be your experts on all things Australia • M ulti-share rooms with twin and single options available • B reakfast every day, plus included dinners at hotels and local restaurants

Contiki.com/high-energy-australia

• M ore included activities such as a ‘learn to surf’ lesson, a day trip to the Blue Mountains and nightclub entry • M E Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities • G et around on our modern, air-conditioned coaches with powerpoints, WiFi (on some coaches), in-seat USB charging points, movies and a killer sound system!

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

Sydney

HIGH ENERGY QUEENSLAND

1 World Heritage site visited 1 1

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

SURFERS PARADISE 2

Currumbin

BYRON BAY 1 COFFS HARBOUR 1 Port Macquarie NEW SOUTH WALES

2 SYDNEY

CITY TO SURF TASMAN SEA

7 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM

£785 £113 PP*

P/DAY*

Day 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay. Get yourself onto the waves on our surf lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our pro surfer guides will have you up on a board in no time. So grab your towel, sunnies & iPod & hit the beach for the ultimate chill. This afternoon, we head to legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B) ‘Learn to surf’ lesson Visit Australia’s most easterly point & Cape Byron lighthouse M Kayak tour of the Marine Park to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal)

Day 2: Sydney. Today we hit the streets & icons of Sydney, including the spot to see the city’s best views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House. If you’re up for it, get a different view & head to the top of the Harbour Bridge! We’ll drive to Manly Beach for lunch & a swim. Hotel (B) Take a tour of Kings Cross, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Macquarie Street & The Rocks Visit The Rocks Markets (weekends) or Paddington’s chic shopping area Ferry from Manly with time for lunch & a swim M Climb the Harbour Bridge

• • •

Day 3: Sydney to Coffs Harbour. It’s out of the city & into the cool surfer vibes that Oz is famous for at our Surf Village. (B, D) � Surf Village Special Stay Stop in the seaside resort town of Port Macquarie Pass the famous ‘Big Banana’

• •

#CITYTOSURF

SNAPSHOT

• •

Day 6: Surfers Paradise. A free day to explore the way you want. With great shopping it’s the perfect place for retail therapy, hit the skies on a skydive, or head to the beach & chill. Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz. Resort (B) Nightclub entry Locally guided 4WD national park rainforest tour

• •

Day 7: Surfers Paradise. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to swap email addresses & say farewell to your new friends. (B)

HOW MUCH & WHEN

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

CODE: BSSBD 2016/17

nique Special Stay: 1 night Coffs U Harbour Surf Village & 4 nights in hotels & resorts, 1 night in a hostel

Start

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £60. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

• • • •

Sydney

Finish

Surfers P.

Total Cost

£ pp*

4 25 2 23 30 20 27 18 25

10 1 8 29 5 26 3 24 31

785 785 785 785 785 825 825 825 825

Jan 7 Jan 14 Jan 21

825 825 825

Sep Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec

2017 Jan 1 Jan 8 Jan 15

Finish

Surfers P.

Total Cost

£ pp*

2017

2016 Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec

Start

Sydney

Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep

22 5 12 19 12 9 7 4 2 9 30 6 27 3

Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

28 11 18 25 18 15 13 10 8 15 5 12 2 9

825 825 825 825 825 815 815 815 805 805 805 805 805 805

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

S ingle room supplement add £335/add £95 for second person twin-share. Start Sydney 7:00am & end Surfers Paradise 8:00am. F or departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 16-day Reefs & Rainforests trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS Please see p.82 for more information on our standard inclusions.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Visit the famous Blue Mountains • Surf lesson or kayak in Coffs Harbour • Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS M Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

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THE SUN SEEKER

HIGH ENERGY

CAIRNS 2 Tully GREAT BARRIER REEF

Townsville Airlie Beach

Mackay

QUEENSLAND

3 World Heritage sites visited

Whitsundays

SNAPSHOT

CATTLE STATION 1

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

Capricorn Coast

Fraser Island

2 NOOSA Brisbane

SURFERS PARADISE 2

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stay: 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station & 8 nights in hotels & resorts Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht

10 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM

£1055 £106 PP*

P/DAY*

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £129. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

INCLUDED MEALS 9 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 4 dinners (D)

Day 1: Surfers Paradise. Head into the bright lights of Surfers Paradise for a great night out! Resort

INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 9 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D)

Day 2: Surfers Paradise. With a free day, explore the great shopping, choose to skydive or head to the beach� Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz� Resort (B) Nightclub entry M Tandem skydive

the Tropic of Capricorn • Cross at Airlie Beach •M Stop Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)

Day 6 - 7: Sailing Whitsundays option. Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays style? You can� Choose to hit the blue waters & try your hand at sailing on our private sailing adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including Whitehaven Beach� See p�55 for more info & the price panel for costs� Multi-share accommodation� Yacht (D)(B,L,D)(B) Codes: ex Surfers: BTSWD ex Cairns: BTCWD

•

Day 3: Surfers Paradise to Noosa. Take a peek at Brisbane before we make our way to Noosa� (B) See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains

•

INCLUSIONS Please see p�82 for more information on our standard inclusions�

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Noosa Surf Club dinner Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ SEEKER

#SUNSEEKER

2 WHITSUNDAYS

Day 4: Noosa. Today we head to Fraser Island for an incredible day trip by 4WD� Stroll along Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests & sand dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie� Bliss! Resort (B,L,D) Gourmet lunch Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club

• •

Day 5: Noosa to Farmstay. Head over the Great Dividing Range & into cattle country for a truly unique local overnight at our outback station, where you can even flex your skills at whip cracking! (B,D) � Cattle Station Special Stay Check out the farm & animals on a hay wagon ride M Ohana Winery Experience

•

Days 6 - 7: Farmstay to The Whitsundays. Today we’ll jet into true paradise for the beaches, watersports & good times in the Whitsundays� Resort (B,D)(B)

Day 8: The Whitsundays to Cairns. Today, we’ll head to tropical North Queensland, known for its rainforests & Great Barrier Reef� Hotel (B) Townsville city tour See Magnetic Island Pass Hinchinbrook Island

• • •

Days 9 - 10: Cairns. With 2 free days, experience Cairns’ best! From shopping & great nightlife to endless adrenaline activities, it’s also your chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up for it� Then it’s time to say farewell as your trip ends at 5�00pm on Day 10� Hotel (B,D)(B) M Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch…or stay dry with coral viewing by semi-submersible

CODE: BTSCD 2016/17 Start

Surfers P�

Finish Trip Cairns only £ pp*

2016 Sep 8 Sep 29 Oct 6 Oct 27 Nov 3 Nov 24 Dec 1 Dec 22 Dec 29 2017 Jan 5 Jan 12 Jan 19 Jan 26 Feb 9 Feb 16 Feb 23 Mar 16 Apr 13 May 11 Jun 8 Jul 6 Jul 13 Aug 3 Aug 10 Aug 31 Sep 7

CODE: BTCSD 2016/17

Trip & Start sailing Cairns £ pp*

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Jan

17 8 15 5 12 3 10 31 7

1085 1085 1085 1085 1139 1139 1139 1139 1139

1245 1245 1245 1245 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

14 21 28 4 18 25 4 25 22 20 17 15 22 12 19 9 16

1139 1139 1139 1139 1139 1139 1139 1139 1135 1135 1135 1115 1115 1115 1115 1115 1115

1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1299 1295 1295 1295 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275

2016 Sep 17 Oct 8 Oct 15 Nov 5 Nov 12 Dec 3 Dec 10 Dec 31 2017 Jan 7 Jan 14 Jan 21 Jan 28 Feb 4 Feb 18 Feb 25 Mar 4 Mar 25 Apr 22 May 20 Jun 17 Jul 15 Jul 22 Aug 12 Aug 19 Sep 9 Sep 16

Finish Trip Surfers P� only £ pp*

Trip & sailing £ pp*

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan

26 17 24 14 21 12 19 9

1055 1055 1055 1109 1109 1109 1109 1109

1215 1215 1215 1269 1269 1269 1269 1269

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

16 23 30 6 13 27 6 13 3 1 29 26 24 31 21 28 18 25

1109 1109 1109 1109 1109 1109 1109 1109 1109 1105 1105 1105 1085 1085 1085 1085 1085 1085

1269 1269 1269 1269 1269 1269 1269 1269 1269 1265 1265 1265 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245

Prices above are based on multi-share� Single room supplement (trip only) add £495/add £155 for second person twin-share� Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add £355/add £115 for second person twin-share� (Boat cabins multi-share only)� BTSCD: Start Surfers P� 4:30pm & end Cairns 5:00pm� BTCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Surfers P� 8:00am� Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 16-day Reefs & Rainforests trip� When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode� Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack�

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice - travel from Surfers Paradise to Cairns� Or save up to £30 if you travel from Cairns to Surfers Paradise�

Whitsundays

Uluru

Alice Springs

FOR THOSE WHO LIKE THEIR SEA-DIVING DEEP AND THEIR CULTURAL EXPERIENCES SWEET. THE IN-DEPTH EXPLORER WILL UNCOVER THE RICH CULTURE OF AUSTRALIA’S INDIGENOUS PEOPLE. our trips Island & Rainforest �� p.44 Outback Adventure �� p.46

Tropical Wonder �� p.48 Rock & Red �� p.49

INCLUDED • 2 night stays in most destinations • Multi-share rooms with twin and single options available for a little extra Great Barrier Reef

• Breakfast every day, plus included dinners at hotels and local restaurants • A Trip Manager and Driver team who will be your experts on all things Australia

Contiki.com/in-depth-explorer-australia

• Get around on our modern, air-conditioned coaches with powerpoints, WiFi (on some coaches), in-seat USB charging points, movies and a killer sound system! •M ore included activities such as an Aboriginal experience at Mossman Gorge, a visit to the Uluru Cultural Centre and a hike through Kings Canyon

Kakadu National Park

•M E Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

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ISLAND & RAINFOREST

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

7 DAYS

1 CAPE TRIBULATION Mossman Gorge

FROM

£765 £110 PP*

Tully

P/DAY*

Townsville Airlie Beach

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £70. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

QUEENSLAND

#ISLANDANDRAINFOREST 2 World Heritage sites visited 1

Whitehaven Beach

Port Douglas

3 CAIRNS

Places visited Nightstops

GREAT BARRIER REEF

2 WHITSUNDAYS

SNAPSHOT

AUSTRALIA

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Days 1 - 2: The Whitsundays. Meet up with your Contiki Team & new travel buddies before heading into true paradise for the beaches, water sports & good times. Resort (D)(B) M Sailing to Whitehaven Beach

CODE: FNSCD 2016/17 CODE: FNCSD 2016/17

Days 4 - 5: Cairns. With 2 free days, you can experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, cool bars & amazing nightlife, to the endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & exploring the reef, you’re spoiled with choices. If you’re up for a night out, then your Trip Manager can tell you the best spots to head to. Hotel (B)(B)

Day 1 - 2: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays style? You can. Choose to hit the blue waters & try your hand at sailing on our private sailing adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including Whitehaven Beach. See p.55 for more info & the price panel for costs. Multi-share accommodation. Yacht (D)(B,L,D)(B) Codes: ex W’suns: FNSWD ex Cairns: FNCWD

Day 6: Cairns to Cape Tribulation. Get an insider’s look at ancient Aboriginal culture & maybe try the unusual flavours offered at the local ice creamery, before heading north to Cape Tribulation. Lodge (B) Aboriginal experience at Mossman Gorge.

Day 3: The Whitsundays to Cairns. Today, we’ll head to Tropical North Queensland known for its rainforests & as the gateway to the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Tonight, there’s a chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hotel (B,D) Check out Townsville on a city tour Pass Hinchinbrook Island & Tully

Day 7: Cape Tribulation to Cairns. We visit Cape Tribulation beach & then check out the mangroves on a walk with our Local Expert. This afternoon it’s back to Cairns where your trip ends at 5:00pm. (B) Visit Port Douglas Mangrove boardwalk with our Local Expert

• •

M Snorkel or dive on a Great Barrier Reef cruise

•

• •

RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE ON DAYS 6 & 7 Get geared up for 2 days in paradise! With huge mountain ranges & rainforest stretching right to the ocean, the lush Daintree area is where the tropics meets the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. This World Heritage Site is packed with ancient plants & animals & is the home of the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people – it’s ready to be explored & a must-do in this part of the world. Come see it with us.

Whitsundays sailing

Start

W’suns

Finish Trip only Cairns £ pp*

Trip & Start sailing Cairns £ pp*

2016 Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec

13 4 11 1 8 29 6 27 3 10 17 24 31 14 21 28 21 18 16 13 11 18 8 15 5 12

£ pp*

Trip & sailing £ pp*

2016 Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan

19 10 17 7 14 5 12 2

765 765 765 805 805 805 805 805

925 925 925 965 965 965 965 965

Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

9 16 23 30 6 20 27 6 27 24 22 19 17 24 14 21 11 18

805 805 805 805 805 805 805 805 805 799 799 799 785 785 785 785 785 785

965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 959 959 959 945 945 945 945 945 945

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

Finish Trip W’suns only

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec

15 6 13 3 10 1 8 29

Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan

21 12 19 9 16 7 14 4

765 765 765 805 805 805 805 805

925 925 925 965 965 965 965 965

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

11 18 25 1 8 22 1 8 29 26 24 21 19 26 16 23 13 20

805 805 805 805 805 805 805 805 805 799 799 799 785 785 785 785 785 785

965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 959 959 959 945 945 945 945 945 945

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

5 12 19 26 2 16 23 2 23 20 18 15 13 20 10 17 7 14

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £349/add £119 for second person twin-share. Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add £209/add £79 for second person twin-share. (Boat cabins multishare only). FNSCD: Start W’suns 5:00pm & end Cairns 5:00pm. FNCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end W’suns 8:00am. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 16-day Reefs & Rainforests trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

5 nights in hotels & resorts 1 night in a lodge Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht

INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D)

INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 6 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 3 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power & USB points for charging • Rainforest adventure on days 6 & 7 • National park fees, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Aboriginal guided experience at Mossman Gorge Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS M Sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach & lunch M Cairns tandem skydive See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Did you know? The Whitsundays were named by Captain James Cook in 1770 during his voyage of discovery of Australia. He sailed through the area on what he thought was the Christian festival day of Whit Sunday, also known as Pentecost.

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ ISLAND

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from The Whitsundays to Cairns, or from Cairns to The Whitsundays.

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OUTBACK ADVENTURE

Litchfield N.P.

1 DARWIN 2 KAKADU N.P. 1 KATHERINE Mataranka

Daly waters NORTHERN TERRITORY

Devils Marbles Wycliffe Well

11 DAYS

TENNANT 1 CREEK

FROM

£1045 £95 PP*

P/DAY*

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £80. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS #OUTBACKADVENTURE

Kakadu

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

KINGS CANYON 1 The Olgas

Simpsons Gap

2 ULURU

2 ALICE SPRINGS

2 World Heritage sites visited 1 1

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

SNAPSHOT

AUSTRALIA

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Day 1: Alice Springs. Meet your Contiki Team this afternoon & check out ‘The Alice’, famous for its remoteness, classic Aussie locals & Aboriginal art. Maybe hold a snake or lizard at our reptile park experience (if you’re game). Hotel (D) Catch a look at the MacDonnell Ranges from Anzac Hill See the stunning Aboriginal site at Simpsons Gap See the dry Todd River which hosts the annual Henley on Todd Regatta Hands-on reptile park experience

CODE: TEADD 2016/17 CODE: TEDAD 2016/17

• • • •

Day 2: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station. Gear up to try some ‘bush tucker’, meet members of the Walpiri Aboriginal community & learn to throw a boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek Station for our cool overnight – go local like Aussie ‘bushies’ & sleep under the stars in a comfy swag. (B,D)

Outback Special Stay

• •

Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’ & desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’ Sleep under the stars in a traditional Aussie ‘swag’

Day 3: Kings Creek Station to Uluru. Australia’s pin-up icon is next as we make tracks to Uluru. Take a walk through its neighbour Kata Tjuta before cooking up an optional BBQ dinner. Lodge (B) Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked bacon & eggs, just how you like it See the 700 million year old Mt Conner & Lake Amadeus

• •

Day 4: Uluru. Don’t miss the changing colours of an Uluru sunrise, then if you’re up for it, take a walk around ‘The Rock’ for some close up angles & hear stories of this amazing area & its Aboriginal rock art. Tonight, toast the trip & catch a legendary Uluru sunset while sipping a glass of bubbly. Lodge (B) See Uluru at sunrise Drink a toast to Uluru at sunset

• •

Day 5: Uluru to Alice Springs. Say goodbye to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice Springs. Hotel (B) Indulge in a yummy BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’

•

M Overlander Steakhouse Dinner – try kangaroo, emu, crocodile & camel!

Day 6: Alice Springs to Tennant Creek. Our ‘Top End’ adventure begins today – we’ll cross the Tropic of Capricorn to Aussie’s old mining town, Tennant Creek. Hotel (B,D) Keep your eyes peeled for UFOs at Wycliffe Well Visit the ‘Devils Marbles’

• •

Day 7: Tennant Creek to Katherine. Stop & ‘knock one back’ at the Territory’s oldest pub before making a splash in Mataranka thermal pools. Later, it’s on to the lush river town of Katherine & its famous gorge. Hotel (B) Chill out & swim at the Mataranka thermal pools Hear stories from ‘We of the Never Never’ Homestead, made famous by the book of the same name

• •

Day 8: Katherine to Kakadu National Park. Hike, walk, or take an optional boat trip to see the massive Katherine Gorge up close. This afternoon we’ll hit the road to Kakadu National Park via Edith Falls for a swim. Hotel (B,D) Visit Katherine Gorge Cool off in Edith Falls before heading into World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park (seasonal)

• •

Day 9: Kakadu National Park. Explore Kakadu today – its variety of gorgeous landscapes, wildlife & arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock will seriously impress. Hotel (B) Keep your eyes peeled for crocs on a wildlife cruise See the Aboriginal rock art Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre M Scenic flight over this World Heritage Listed area

• • •

Day 10: Kakadu to Darwin. Wave Kakadu farewell as we head to Darwin. Don’t forget to pick up a didgeridoo & meet some local Aboriginal artists before you leave. Stop off en route for a swim in the famous (& gorgeous) Florence Falls in Litchfield National Park. Hotel (B) Enjoy a swim in Florence Falls

Start

A.Springs

Finish

Darwin

Total Cost

£ pp*

Oct 19 Nov 16 Dec 14

1075 1045 1045

Sep Oct Nov Dec

Jan Feb Mar Apr May May Jun Jul Aug Sep

1045 1045 1045 1045 1125 1125 1125 1105 1105 1105

2017

2017 Jan Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep

1 29 26 26 23 21 18 16 13 10

Finish

Total Cost

A.Springs

£ pp*

2016

2016 Oct 9 Nov 6 Dec 4

Start

Darwin

11 8 8 5 3 31 28 26 23 20

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Aug

28 26 23 21 ● 18 15 15 12 10 7 5 2 30

Oct Nov Dec Dec

8 5 3 31

1075 1075 1045 1045

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep

28 25 25 22 20 17 15 12 9

1045 1045 1045 1125 1125 1125 1105 1105 1105

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement add £489/add £165 for second person twin-share. TEADD: Start A.Springs 11:30am & end Darwin 5:00pm. TEDAD: Start Darwin 7:30am & end A.Springs 9:00am. ● This trip ends in Alice Springs on New Year’s Eve. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 25-day Big Walkabout trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

Nourlangie Rock

Unique Special Stay: 1 night Kings Creek Station Outback Bush Camp, & 7 nights in hotels, 2 nights in a lodge

INCLUDED MEALS 10 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D)

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Alice Springs Aboriginal Dreamtime ‘Bush tucker’ tour • Alice Springs Reptile Centre experience • Uluru sunset drinks & nibbles • Hike through ‘Kata Tjuta’ (The Olgas) • Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre • Guided city tour of Darwin Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS

Day 11: Darwin. Get your bearings on a city tour of Darwin & visit East Point Military Reserve & the local museum to learn about its historical past. Then it’s time to say farewell to your travel buddies & swap email addresses. (B) Visit the Darwin Museum

M Dawn hot air balloon flight over the desert & MacDonnell Ranges in Alice Springs M Guided helicopter flight over Uluru & Kata Tjuta M Quad bike excursion M Katherine Gorge Cruise M Harley Davidson motorcycle ride around Uluru See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

•

LOCAL CULTURE Get your camera at the ready & head to Nourlangie Rock at Kakadu National Park for spectacular views of this stunning natural site.

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Alice Springs to Darwin, or from Darwin to Alice Springs.

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ OUTBACK

100% recommend everyone does this trip, especially if you are interested in seeing some huge crocs (eating some too) in the wild as well as some massive rocks in the desert! Kakadu

Tash (contiki.com/reviews)

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TROPICAL WONDER

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

CAIRNS 2 GREAT BARRIER REEF

Tully Townsville Airlie Beach

Whitsundays

2 WHITSUNDAYS

QUEENSLAND

SNAPSHOT

4 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

5 DAYS 1 COUNTRY

4 nights hotel & resort accommodation Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht

£465 £93

INCLUDED MEALS 4 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D)

INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 4 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 3 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS Please see p.82 for more information on our standard inclusions.

ME TIME OPTIONS M Whitewater rafting in Cairns M Bungy jump in Cairns See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ WONDER

#TROPICALWONDER

2 World Heritage sites visited 1

FROM

PP*

Places visited Nightstops

P/DAY*

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

HOW MUCH & WHEN CODE: NWCSD 2016/17

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Cairns. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel buddies, then head out & experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, great nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & exploring the reef, you’re spoiled with choices. Tonight, there’s your chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hotel (D) M Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch Day 2: Cairns. Feed your inner adrenaline junkie or relax? It’s your choice with another free day to do what you’re into. Hotel (B) M Bungy jumping M White Water Rafting

Day 3: Cairns to The Whitsundays. See Airlie Beach and the paradise of The Whitsundays. Resort (B,D) Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island national park Check out Townsville on a city tour Stop at Airlie Beach

• • • •

Day 3 - 4: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays style? You can. Choose to hit the blue waters & try your hand at sailing on our private sailing adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including Whitehaven Beach. See p.55 for more info & the price panel for costs. Multi-share accommodation Yacht (D)(B,L,D)(B) Code: NWCWD Day 4: The Whitsundays. This place is the ultimate way to relax. So take time to chill or get into some water sports & good times on a sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach. Resort (B) M Sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent) Day 5: The Whitsundays. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

Start

Cairns

Finish Trip W’suns only £ pp*

Trip & Start sailing Cairns £ pp*

2016 Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec

17 8 15 5 12 3 10 31 7 14 21 28

£ pp*

Trip & sailing £ pp*

2017 Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan

21 12 19 9 16 7 14 4

465 465 465 485 485 485 485 485

625 625 625 645 645 645 645 645

Jan Jan Jan Feb

11 18 25 1

485 485 485 485

645 645 645 645

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan

Finish Trip W’suns only

Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

4 18 25 4 25 22 20 17 15 22 12 19 9 16

Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

8 22 1 8 29 26 24 21 19 26 16 23 13 20

485 485 485 485 485 485 485 485 475 475 475 475 475 475

645 645 645 645 645 645 645 645 635 635 635 635 635 635

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £249/add £85 for second person twin-share. Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add £109/add £45 for second person twin-share. (Boat cabins multishare only). Start Cairns 7:00am & end Whitsundays 8:00am. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 16-day Reefs & Rainforests trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER NORTHERN TERRITORY

KINGS CANYON 1 The Olgas

Simpsons Gap

ULURU

2 ALICE SPRINGS

1 World Heritage site visited 1 1

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

ROCK & RED

Uluru

SNAPSHOT

6 DAYS 1 COUNTRY

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

FROM

£609 £102 PP*

Unique Special Stay: 1 night Kings Creek Station Outback Bush Camp, 2 nights in hotels, 2 nights in a lodge

P/DAY*

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Alice Springs. Meet up with your Contiki Team & explore the Outback’s unofficial capital, ‘The Alice’, famous for its remoteness, classic Aussie locals & Aboriginal art. Maybe hold a snake or lizard at our reptile park experience (if you’re game). Hotel (D) Catch a look at the MacDonnell Ranges from Anzac Hill See the stunning Aboriginal site of Simpsons Gap See the dry Todd River which hosts the annual Henley on Todd Regatta Hands-on reptile park experience

• • • •

•

Day 3: Kings Creek Station to Uluru. Australia’s pin-up icon is next as we make tracks to Uluru. Take a walk through its neighbour – Kata Tjuta. Lodge (B) Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked bacon & eggs, just how you like it Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’ & desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’ See the 700 million year old Mt Conner & Lake Amadeus

• • •

#ROCKANDRED

• Hike through ‘Kata Tjuta’ (The Olgas)

Day 4: Uluru. Don’t miss the changing colours of an Uluru sunrise, then if you’re up for it, take a walk around ‘The Rock’ for some close up angles & hear stories of this amazing area & its Aboriginal rock art. Tonight, toast the trip & catch a legendary Uluru sunset while sipping a glass of bubbly. Lodge (B) Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre See Uluru at sunrise Drink a toast to Uluru at sunset M Scenic helicopter flight

• • •

Day 5: Uluru to Alice Springs. Say farewell to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice Springs. Hotel (B) Indulge in a yummy BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’

•

Day 6: Alice Springs. Choose to take an amazing optional hot air balloon flight this morning, then say farewell to your new friends. (B)

INCLUDED MEALS

HOW MUCH & WHEN

5 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D)

CODE: AEDAD 2016/17 CODE: AEADD 2016/17 Start

A.Springs

Finish

A.Springs

Total Cost

£ pp*

3 31 28 26 ●

Oct Nov Dec Dec

8 5 3 31

635 635 609 609

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep

28 25 25 22 20 17 15 12 9

609 609 609 665 665 665 649 649 649

2017 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep

23 20 20 17 15 12 10 7 4

Finish

A.Springs

Total Cost

£ pp*

2016

2016 Oct Oct Nov Dec

Start

A.Springs

Oct 9 Nov 6 Dec 4

Oct 14 Nov 11 Dec 9

635 609 609

Jan Feb Mar Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep

609 609 609 609 665 665 665 649 649 649

2017 Jan Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep

1 29 26 26 23 21 18 16 13 10

6 3 3 31 28 26 23 21 18 15

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share. Single room supplement add £225/add £79 twin-share. AEDAD: Start A.Springs 1:30pm & end A.Springs 5:00pm. AEADD: Start A.Springs 11:30am & end A.Springs 5:00pm. ● This trip ends in Alice Springs on New Year’s Eve. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 11-day Outback Adventure & our 25-day Big Walkabout trips. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s worldfamous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

INCLUSIONS Please see p.82 for more information on our standard inclusions.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Alice Springs Aboriginal Dreamtime ‘Bushtucker’ tour • Alice Springs Reptile Centre experience Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS M Helicopter flight over Uluru & Kata Tjuta See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ ROCK

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Splendour in the Grass, Byron Bay

The Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road

Luna Park, St. Kilda

Degraves Street, Melbourne

FANCY SOME FESTIVITIES WHILE YOU’RE CRUISING AROUND OZ? ALLOW US TO ESCORT YOU. A FOREST DWELLING MUSIC FESTIVAL NEAR BYRON BAY and NEW YEAR’S EVE IN SYDNEY, PLUS A JAUNT TO MELBOURNE SHOULD DO THE TRICK. our trips Melbourne Discovery �� p.51

Splendour in the Grass �� p.53

Sydney NYE �� p.52

INCLUDED • B reakfast every day (check out itineraries for dinner inclusions) Sydney

• A range of accommodation types to suit your budget • A Trip Manager and Driver on short stays • A festival crew on festival trips

• G et around on our modern, air-conditioned coaches with powerpoints, WiFi (on some coaches), movies and a killer sound system! • A wesome inclusions – think orientation tours in all cities and little-known hot spots

Contiki.com/festivals-short-stays-australia

Phillip Island, Victoria

SHORT STAY

MELBOURNE DISCOVERY

SNAPSHOT

4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY

3 NIGHTS

FROM

£379 £95 PP*

Start

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

Day 2: Melbourne. This morning is all yours to explore Melbourne on your terms, & there’s endless opportunities at your fingertips. Take a stroll along the river, visit Federation Square or hit the shops. Later, prepare to be amazed by some of the world’s cutest creatures as we head to Phillip Island to see the famous Penguin Parade. On arrival, we’ll do our bit to help out the Phillip Island Nature Parks conservancy on one of their special projects. There’s time to wander the beach or check out the local Chocolate Factory before the stars of the show make their way home for the evening. Hotel (B) Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour Conservancy Project

• •

#MELBOURNEDISCOVERY

Finish

Total

21 24 19 22 16 19 23 26 14 17 21 24 28

Sep Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

24 27 22 25 19 22 26 29 17 20 24 27 31

379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379

2017 Jan 4 Jan 11 Jan 14 Jan 18 Jan 21

Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan

7 14 17 21 24

379 379 379 379 379

Melbourne

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

• •

HOW MUCH & WHEN

ACCOMMODATION

nights twin-share hotel 3 accommodation

CODE: MEDI 2016/17

P/DAY*

Day 1: Melbourne. We’ll kick the morning off with a city tour, discover the colourful street art in the hidden laneways & then chill out at a local sidewalk café. This afternoon take an iconic tram ride to Fitzroy & St. Kilda, otherwise known as the ‘Hipster Headquarters’. Wander down Brunswick Street for vintage finds or if sand & sea are more your thing hit the beach at St. Kilda. Melbourne is at the heart of the food & drink revolution. So tonight, why not opt in for a night out to experience a Craft Beer & Cider tour plus delicious local dinner. Hotel Locally guided street art tour of Melbourne including time with the artists Orientation of St. Kilda including the famous Acland St M Craft Beer & Cider tour plus dinner

Phillip Island

Day 3: Melbourne. Today choose a day trip to the 12 Apostles to experience the amazing & iconic Great Ocean Road. This famous stretch of Australia is a photographer’s dream with awesome surf, white sandy beaches, rocky outcrops & towering cliffs. Or for you city lovers, there’s plenty of shopping, laneways & arcades with stunning architecture that await your discovery, or head back to St. Kilda for some action (or photos) at Luna Park. Hotel (B) M Great Ocean Road full-day trip with lunch stop Day 4: Melbourne. After a busy few days in Melbourne, today is time for a sleep in. If you’re joining your Contiki East Coast trip, make your way to the airport with the Skybus. Otherwise, your trip officially ends after breakfast so make sure you say goodbye to your new friends & Trip Manager before checking out mid-morning. (B)

Melbourne Cost £ pp*

2016 Sep Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

Start

Melbourne

Finish

Total

Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep

379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379 379

Melbourne Cost £ pp*

2017 Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

28 4 8 8 11 5 8 3 6 31 3 28 1 26 29 23 26 20 23

31 7 11 11 14 8 11 6 9 3 6 1 4 29 1 26 29 23 26

* Prices above are based on twin-share. Single room supplement add £129. S tart Melbourne 9:00am & end Melbourne 9:00am. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82.

INCLUDED MEALS 3 breakfasts (B)

INCLUSIONS • Orientation tour of Central Melbourne & St. Kilda • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Locally guided street art tour of central Melbourne including time with the artists • Orientation of St. Kilda including the famous Acland St • Phillip Island Penguin Parade Tour • Conservancy project Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ MELBOURNEDISCOVERY

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SYDnEY nEw YEAR

ShoRt StAY

Sydney Harbour

SNaPShOT

NIGhTS aCCOMMODaTION 3 nights triple-share centrally located hotel accommodation

4 DaYS FROM

1 COUNTRY

£639 £160 PP*

P/DAY*

Start

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager • Harbour cruise to watch the New Year fireworks, with included canapés, dinner, alcoholic drinks & a DJ • Half-day guided sightseeing tour of Sydney including Bondi Beach • Local taxes & service charges

vISIT CONTIKI.COM/ SYDNEY-NEw-YEaR

#SYDNEYNYE

ITINERaRY, SIGhTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Sydney. This afternoon check in to the hotel. Later, meet up with your Trip Manager & group & get to know your new travel buddies over a drink & dinner. Hotel (D) Day 2: Sydney. With sightseeing this morning you’ll get to see all that Sydney has to offer, including some of its eastern beaches, like Bondi. Tonight, get ready to ring in the New Year from a different angle, as you board a Sydney Harbour cruise. See a light show & the city’s famous fireworks explode across the sky, complete with

CODE: SNYED 2016/17 Sydney

INCLUDED MEaLS 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D)

hOw MUCh & whEN

canapés, dinner, alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks & there’s even an on-board DJ so you can dance the night away! Hotel (B) Day 3: Happy New Year! Today is yours to chill out. Have a late ‘recovery’ lunch then later in the afternoon you could venture to Bondi Beach to soak up some sun & get into the buzzing vibe of this sunny city. Hotel (B) Day 4: Sydney. Your New Year’s adventure ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

Finish

Sydney

Total Cost

£ pp*

2016 Dec 30

Jan 2

639

* Price above is triple-share.

Twin & single supplements available. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex roommate at no extra charge. Trip starts at 5:00pm, check in from 3:00pm. Climb Sydney’s most famous icon, the Sydney Harbour Bridge (essential to pre-book at bridgeclimb.com)

Keep your eyes peeled on Contiki.com/ splendour for details on tickets, trip info and watch our video

with contiki 22, 23, 24 JULY, 2016 Music lovers! Join us in beautiful Byron Bay for the 16th annual Splendour In The Grass festival – always a hot ticket and the easiest way to warm up your winter!

Don’t miss Australia’s hottest annual music, arts and culture festival. Splendour in The Grass’ atmosphere is unique, and when you add in an unparalleled line-up of international and local bands, it’s an experience that is second to none on the Australian festival circuit. Contiki will have you sorted with Splendour in The Grass event tickets and accommodation included. All you need is a festive attitude and be ready for some good times with an amazing crew. CONTIKI.COM/SPLENDOUR

AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND 2016/17 53

Snorkelling

Sailing

Sailing, The Whitsundays

Diving

HELLO YOU SALTY SEA BISCUIT, YOU. SALT WATER IS CURRENTLY LAPPING OVER THE GREAT BARRIER REEF, AND THE HOT AUSSIE SUN IS POURING OVER THE 74 ISLANDS OF THE WHITSUNDAYS. CARE TO JOIN? our trips Whitsundays Sailing ��p.54-55

Diving ��p.55

INCLUDED - WHITSUNDAYS SAILING

Included breakfast

• Breakfast and dinner both days plus one lunch

• A stop-off at Whitehaven Beach, one of the top 10 beaches in the world

• A dedicated skipper and crew ready to teach you all the sailing tricks of the trade

• Comfortable multi-share accommodation

Contiki.com/sailing-cruise-australia

Relax onboard the private sailboat

SAILING

SNAPSHOT

NIGHTS MULTI-SHARE ACCOMMODATION (no single or twin-share)

INCLUDED MEALS 2 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 2 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS • Dedicated & professional on-board crew • Snorkelling equipment

WHITSUNDAYS SAILING ADVENTURE

The Whitsundays

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SEE THE WHITSUNDAYS ON OUR OWN PRIVATE YACHT! THIS SAILING OPTION IS A GREAT ALTERNATIVE TO SPENDING 2 NIGHTS AT A HOTEL, WITH THE CHANCE TO SPEND 2 DAYS & NIGHTS OUT ON THE WATER. The Whitsundays is part of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, with over 90 mostly uninhabited National Park islands, heavenly white beaches & crystal clear waters. And sailing on converted racing yachts is a great way to see it all. If you want to learn about sailing, the crew will teach you how to hoist the sails & grind the winches, but if you’d prefer to relax, sunbake & soak up the atmosphere – you can leave the hard work to them. Swim, snorkel, or laze your way around this tropical paradise. The highlight will definitely be a visit to Whitehaven Beach (weather dependent). The trip returns to Airlie Beach on the final morning.

The Big Walkabout (p.32-33) Beaches & Reefs (p.34-35) Reefs & Rainforests (p.36-37) Sunsets & Surf (p.38-39) The Sun Seeker (p.42) Island & Rainforest (p.44-45) Tropical Wonder (p.48)

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DIVE

SNAPSHOT LEARN TO DIVE 4 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 2 nights in a hostel (multi-share) 2 nights on a dive boat (twin-share) 7 INCLUDED MEALS 2 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D)

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5 DAYS FROM £580 PP* £116 P/DAY*

3 DAYS FROM £430 PP* £144 P/DAY*

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Days 1 - 2: Cairns. The first 2 days of the course are spent at Pro Dive Cairns training centre learning the theory & practical skills of scuba diving. Each day finishes around 5:30pm. Hostel

Day 5: Dive boat to Cairns. Return to Cairns in the late afternoon where there’s the option to join your new mates & crew for a farewell dinner. (B,L)

Days 3 - 4: Cairns to the dive boat. The next 3 days & 2 nights are spent living on board a premium dive vessel. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in 9 dives at a variety of our 16 exclusive dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first 4 dives will complete your open water certification & then as a certified diver you are able to take up to 5 more recreational dives. One of these dives is a guided night dive! These extra dives will be a highlight of your course & a truly memorable experience. Boat (L,D)(B,L,D)

Important Info: You will need to contact Pro Dive in order to arrange your transfer on Day 1 (prodivecairns. com or 07 4031 5255). Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 300m or over within 24 hours of your last dive (approx. 12:00noon). An Australian diving medical certificate may be needed. Prior to commencing your Learn to Dive Course you are required to complete the self-assessment Entry Level Student Dive Medical Declaration and bring with you on day 1. Package is open age, unescorted & operated by a third-party.

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ITINERARY

INCLUSIONS • Transfers from Cairns accomm. to training centre & boat • PADI ‘Open Water’ certificate • Log book & scuba equipment • Environmental Management charge included

ITINERARY

2 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 2 nights twin-share accommodation on boat

Day 1: Cairns to the dive boat. It’s off to the boat & out to the Great Barrier Reef to start your adventure. The sites you’ll visit have been selected for their quality of coral, marine life & great visibility. Boat (L,D)

7 INCLUDED MEALS 2 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D)

Day 2: Dive boat. Today you explore this World Heritage listed underwater playground, and relax & enjoy yourself diving & snorkelling. Boat (B,L,D) Day 3: Dive boat. There’s more diving or snorkelling in different areas of the reef today & later, return to Cairns in the late afternoon & transfer to your hotel. Important Info: You must hold a minimum of an ‘open water dive’ certificate to take this trip. Call Pro Dive in order to arrange your transfer on Day 1 (prodivecairns.com or 07 40315255). Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 300m+ within 24 hrs of your last dive (approx. 12:00noon). A 3-day snorkelling package is also available at a cost of £385 – see contiki.com/ snorkel. Package is open age & operated by a third-party.

INCLUSIONS • Transfers from Cairns accommodation to boat • 11 dives incl. 2 night dives (weather permitting) • Dive & snorkelling equipment • Dive insurance • Environmental Management charge included VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ DIVE-ADVENTURE

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NEW

ZEAL

Once just a whisper amongst the most eager travellers, New Zealand is now at the top of its game. AdrenalinE junkies, nature lovers and the culturally curious alike will find themselves abounding in love for these two spectacular islands.

Lake Ohau

LAND Drastic in beauty and humble in charm, you could get lost forever in this part of the Earth – the famous home of Middle Earth – and not worry one bit.

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Our trips are as unique as you are. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve curated 4 different travel styles in New Zealand, guaranteeing your adventure meets your mindset.

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2 trips from 14 to 19 days

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• Get the most out of your time

• Go in-depth in your favourite regions

• More choice • More destinations

• Less travel time

• More icons

• More time in a single region

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For jam-packed jaw-drops

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• Short & sweet summery escape

• Year-round NZ experiences

• Relax, swim & unwind in paradise

• Ski & board: hit the slopes in Queenstown

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TIME

Let’s not beat around the bush: no one gives you more ME Time (free time) than us. You’ve come to New Zealand for adventure, and this country may be small but it is oh so mighty! Dive head first off the Nevis Bungy in Queenstown, or take in the stunning scenes of Milford Sound on a boat cruise or jump in the saddle and take a horse ride in Paihia. We’ve got a host of options on offer and get you the best deal out there through our well connected network of local friends. Relaxing with a good book more your thing? We get it, and with us you get the time to do just that. Look for the symbol on the trip pages for some inspiration on how to spend your ME Time.

Important: ME Time optional activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators and on occasions, 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 optionals can be physically demanding and may involve some risk.

ME TIME OPTIONAL

Milford Sound Cruise

ME TIME OPTIONAL

Quad biking in Queenstown

ME TIME OPTIONAL

Visit to Hobbiton

ME TIME OPTIONAL

Jet boat ride in Taupo

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Included visit to Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools

Included VISIT TO LAKE OHAU

Included visit to Thunder Creek Falls

Included VISIT to the MOERAKI BOULDERS

Included VISIT to the Speight’s Brewery

Included 4-day ski pass

Included visit to Huka Falls

Included visit to the Sky Tower with 360° views of Auckland

Included Traditional Fish & Chip dinner

Shot by @christopher_tabone on the Northern ‘Choice’ trip • Included on 4 trips to New Zealand

Shot by @lucywhite171 on the ‘Sweet as’ South trip • Included on 3 trips to New Zealand

Shot by @therealcrank on the Sun & Steam trip • Included on 3 trips to New Zealand

MORE INCLUDED

EXPERIENCES

Shot by @samearp on the ‘Sweet as’ South trip • Included on 3 trips to New Zealand

Shot by @martyb28 on the ‘Sweet as’ South trip • Included on 3 trips to New Zealand

Shot by @karinamonty on The Big Tiki trip • Included on 4 trips to New Zealand

Shot by @veronicapletiak on the Big Tiki trip • Included on 4 trips to New Zealand

Shot by @perrynkent on the Ultimate NZ Ski trip • Included on 1 trip to New Zealand

Shot by @ambee_1995 on the Kiwiana Panorama trip • Included on 4 trips to New Zealand

By choosing Contiki you’re choosing to travel with the company who include more experiences, sights and sounds in New Zealand as part of every single trip. Riding the Shotover Jet sound like you? Or is a traditional Maori experience more your jam? Seeing Auckland skyline from the Sky Tower on your hit-list? Whatever Kiwi moment you’re hunting for, we’re bound to include it as part of your trip price. Don’t take our word for it either, see above for real photos taken by travellers on our trips.

These don’t even touch the surface of what we include as part of our trips. See the snapshot section on our trip pages for what’s included on each of our 7 unique itineraries, and search for our trip hashtags for even more inspiration.

U O R Y

TEAM We’re not here to toot our own horn but our team in New Zealand are pretty damn great. We are pretty impressed with the family of Contiki folk we’ve sewn together in New Zealand. They work hard, and know the sights and sounds of NZ like no other; it’s their back yard after all. They live to travel and can deal with anything you throw their way. Your Trip Manager and Driver team are brimming with all the essential info and interesting local facts. They take care of the bookings and transport so you don’t have to. And they are on-hand 24/7 to make sure your trip is exactly what you dreamed of.

Name: SOKI Team member: Trip Manager Favourite spot: QUEENSTOWN

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The people of Nu Zilland speak English, but they add their own special flavour to everyday sentences and words. One thing’s for sure, you just gotta get in the know before you go. And don’t forget the all important ‘Kia Ora bro!’ and ‘Ka kité’ when you say goodbye.

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INCLUDED

Queenstown

• S ightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations

• A stellar Trip Manager and Driver team, plus Local Guides in some destinations

• Y our choice of a single, twin-share or quad-share room

• A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with powerpoints, WiFi (on some coaches), movies and a killer sound system

• B reakfast each day, plus included dinners at hotels and local restaurants • I ncluded activities, such as a traditional Maori Hangi, a thrilling Shotover Jet ride and a trip up Auckland’s Sky Tower

Contiki.com/discovery-plusnew-zealand

• S ightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations

Auckland

• M E Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

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2 ROTORUA Huka Falls

NORTH ISLAND

COOK STRAIT

Picton

2 WELLINGTON

Hokitika

Arthur’s Pass

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 2 Haast Pass Wanaka Milford Sound

1 CHRISTCHURCH Lake Tekapo

1 LAKE OHAU

QUEENSTOWN 4 DUNEDIN 1

Milford Sound

Kaikoura

IKO UR AC OA ST

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PACIFIC OCEAN

SNAPSHOT

NEW ZEALAND

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Day 1: Auckland to Paihia. Meet your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading north to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled-out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip. Hotel (D) See the iconic Sky Tower & harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park See Kawakawa’s famous Hundertwasser toilets M Fishing trip

CODE: NGZAD 2016/17 CODE: NGZCD 2016/17

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Day 2: Paihia. Paihia is the perfect place to relax. Chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands, or get into the water sports. Hotel (B) M ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ tour with off-roading & sand dune ‘surfing’ Day 3: Paihia to Auckland. Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before heading up the iconic Sky Tower. A pass at one of our favourite bars awaits tonight. Hotel (B) Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry Nightclub entry

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Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo. Get into the adrenaline activities today before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (B,D) BBQ or roast dinner (seasonal) M Black water rafting

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Day 11: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier. Venture through the Southern Alps & along the rugged West Coast to Hokitika & later on to Franz Josef. Lodge (B,D) Christchurch city tour Scenic drive across the Southern Alps Stop at Arthur’s Pass Native greenstone demonstration & carving

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Day 12: Franz Josef Glacier. Hitting the ice is a must. From walks & hikes to heli rides, the day is yours to enjoy. Lodge (B) M Franz Josef ‘Ice Explorer’ Day 13: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown. Today we head through Haast Pass & Thunder Creek Falls. Visit lakeside Wanaka & Arrowtown before hitting Queenstown, the world’s adventure capital. Hotel (B) Day 14: Queenstown. Take a ride on the Shotover Jet, then get into the Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is awesome & we’ll take you to our favourite nightstop. Hotel (B) Ride the iconic Shotover Jet Nightclub entry M Skyswing 400m above the town

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Day 5: Waitomo to Rotorua. In Rotorua, we’ll show you the sights & take you out to experience a traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance. Hotel (B,D) Rotorua city tour Maori Hangi dinner & concert

Day 14 - 16: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel (B)(B)(B,D)

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Day 6: Rotorua. Take advantage of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B) Day 7: Rotorua to Lake Taupo. Check out the famous mud pools before it’s onto Huka Falls. At Lake Taupo, you can opt for a cruise on the lake tonight, where you can fish, eat & party into the night. Hotel (B) See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools See Taupo’s Huka Falls

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Day 8: Lake Taupo to Wellington. Check out the landscapes along the Desert Road en route to the capital, Wellington, where we’ll show you the city sights. Tonight, we party with club entry. Hotel (B) Drive along the Desert Road & Kapiti Coast Orientation tour of Wellington Nightclub entry

Days 15 - 16: Queenstown. From bungy jumps, canyon swings & gondolas to the Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do & the choice is all yours. Hotel (B)(B,D) M Tandem skydive Day 17: Queenstown to Dunedin. Today we’re off to the ‘student city’ Dunedin, where we’ll try the famous beer on a guided tour of Speight’s Brewery. Hotel (B) Stop at Bungy Bridge & Alexandra Speight’s Brewery tour

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Day 9: Wellington. Chill your way today. Hit the shops along Lambton Quay or Cuba Street Mall. With some of the country’s best coffee, taking a break with a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B)

Day 18: Dunedin to Lake Ohau. See the world’s steepest street, then it’s onto Moeraki to see the huge beach boulders. Later, Lake Ohau will impress, with epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps. Lodge (B,D) Visit Baldwin St Visit Moeraki Boulders, Oamaru & Benmore Dam

Day 10: Wellington to Christchurch. Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to the South Island. Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline, to the charmingly English city of Christchurch. Hotel (B) Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds Stop at a seal colony & Kaikoura

Day 19: Lake Ohau to Christchurch. Maybe take a scenic glacier flight before heading through Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch where your trip ends. (B) Stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo & Geraldine See the famous Church of the Good Shepherd M Scenic flight at Mt Cook

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Auckland

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C’church

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C’church

Auckland

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* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £749/add £185 twin-share. NGZAD: Start Auckland 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm. NGZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82.

MILFORD SOUND Take a break & try something different – a day trip & boat cruise on the World Heritage listed Milford Sound. This slice of paradise is known for its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins & incredible scenery. See the ME Time highlight optional box on p.75 for more.

THE BIG TIKI START/END QUEENSTOWN - 17 DAYS * PP* FROM £1635 £97 P/DAY STUCK FOR TIME? We’ve got a shorter 17-day version of The Big Tiki that starts or ends in Queenstown. • For 17-day price, deduct up to £150 from price in the price box • 17-day trip starts or ends at Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Queenstown • Code: NDZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 9:00am/End 10:00am • Code: NDZCD (ex: Queenstown) Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm • Single room supp: £669 • Twin room supp: £165 PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £129. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

INCLUDED MEALS 18 breakfasts (B), 6 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner • Sky Tower visit with 360° views of Auckland • Traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance in Rotorua • ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia • Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride • Dinner at Winnie’s pizza pub in Queenstown Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

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ME TIME OPTIONS M Race down a hill inside an OGO ball M Visit Hobbiton Village from The Lord of the Rings M Fishing trip on Lake Taupo M AJ Hackett bungy jump in Queenstown M Cruise stunning Milford Sound See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Queenstown’s Fergburger is THE place to get the ultimate burger fix. ‘Mr Big Stuff’ is one of our favourites. Our tip: make sure you go on an empty stomach – these are huge & amazing!

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YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Auckland to Christchurch. Or save up to £50 if you travel from Christchurch to Auckland.

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SNAPSHOT

NEW ZEALAND

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Day 1: Auckland to Waitomo. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates & set out for Waitomo. Get into the adrenaline cave activities here before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (D) BBQ or roast dinner (seasonal)

CODE: NPZAD 2016/17 CODE: NPZCD 2016/17

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Day 2: Waitomo to Rotorua. In Rotorua we’ll show you the sights & take you out to experience a traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance. Hotel (B,D) Rotorua city tour Maori Hangi dinner & concert M Skyline gondola & luge rides

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Day 10: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown. Today we head through Haast Pass & Thunder Creek Falls. Visit lakeside Wanaka & Arrowtown before hitting Queenstown, the world’s adventure capital. Hotel (B) Day 11: Queenstown. Take a ride on the Shotover Jet, then get into the Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is awesome & we’ll take you to our favourite nightstop. Hotel (B) Ride the iconic Shotover Jet Nightclub entry M Whitewater rafting

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Day 3: Rotorua. Take advantage of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B) M Race down a hill inside a transparent Ogo ball Day 4: Rotorua to Lake Taupo. Check out the famous mud pools before it’s on to Huka Falls. At Lake Taupo, you can opt for a cruise on the lake tonight, where you can fish, eat & party into the night. Hotel (B) See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools See Taupo’s Huka Falls

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Day 5: Lake Taupo to Wellington. Check out the landscapes along the Desert Road en route to the capital, Wellington, where we’ll show you the city sights. Tonight, we party with club entry. Hotel (B) Drive along the Desert Road & Kapiti Coast Orientation tour of Wellington Nightclub entry

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Day 6: Wellington. Chill your way today. Hit the shops along Lambton Quay or Cuba Street Mall. With some of the country’s best coffee, taking a break with a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B) M Quad biking adventure Day 7: Wellington to Christchurch. Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to the South Island. Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline, to the charmingly English city of Christchurch. Hotel (B) Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds Stop at a seal colony & Kaikoura

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Day 8: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier. Venture through the Southern Alps & along the rugged West Coast to Hokitika & later on to Franz Josef. Lodge (B,D) Christchurch city tour Scenic drive across the Southern Alps Stop at Arthur’s Pass Native greenstone demonstration & carving

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Day 9: Franz Josef Glacier. Hitting the ice is a must. From walks & hikes to heli rides, the day is yours to enjoy. Lodge (B) M Heli-hike tour M Ice climbing

Day 11 - 13: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel (B)(B)(B,D) Days 12 - 13: Queenstown. From bungy jumps, canyon swings & gondolas to the Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do & the choice is all yours. Hotel (B)(B,D) M Bungy jumping Day 14: Queenstown to Dunedin. Today we’re off to the ‘student city’ Dunedin, where we’ll try the famous beer on a guided tour of Speight’s Brewery. Hotel (B) Stop at Bungy Bridge & Alexandra Speight’s Brewery tour

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Day 15: Dunedin to Lake Ohau. See the world’s steepest street, then it’s on to Moeraki to see the huge beach boulders. Later, Lake Ohau will impress, with epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps. Lodge (B,D) Visit Baldwin St Visit Moeraki Boulders, Oamaru & Benmore Dam

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Day 16: Lake Ohau to Christchurch. Maybe take a scenic glacier flight before heading through Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch where your trip ends. (B) Stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo & Geraldine See the famous Church of the Good Shepherd M Scenic flight past glaciers & Mt. Cook, NZ’s highest peak

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Auckland

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C’church

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C’church

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Auckland

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Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct

18 22 26 30 3 7 11 15 19 27 7 15 23 31 16 2 10 18 3 19 5 13 21 29 6 22 7 15 23 1 9

1595 1595 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1585 1559 1559 1559 1559 1559 1559 1559 1559 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545

Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £635/add £149 twin-share. NPZAD: Start Auckland 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm. NPZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82.

KIWIANA PANORAMA START/END QUEENSTOWN - 14 DAYS * PP* FROM £1395 £100P/DAY STUCK FOR TIME? We’ve got a shorter 14-day Kiwiana Panorama trip that starts or ends in Queenstown. • For 14-day price, deduct up to £150 from price in the price box • 14-day trip starts or ends at Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Queenstown • Code: NBZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 9:00am/End 10:00am • Code: NBZCD (ex: Queenstown) Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm • Single room supp: £555 • Twin room supp: £129 PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £109. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

INCLUDED MEALS 15 breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance in Rotorua • ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia • Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride • Dinner at Winnie’s pizza pub in Queenstown • Tour & tasting at the iconic Speights Brewery Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS M See the famous glowworms & rock formations in Waitomo M Lake Taupo Rocks ‘n’ Ropes adventure course M Wine tour of the Wairarapa M Cruise stunning Milford Sound See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Shopaholics listen up! Cuba Street in Wellington is filled with cute boutiques, big name brands & funky vintage stores. This is shopping & people watching at its best.

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ KIWIANA

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Auckland to Christchurch. Or save up to £30 if you travel from Christchurch to Auckland.

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Auckland

Rotorua

Roturua

Queenstown

MOVE OVER ABEL TASMAN. THERE’S A FAR MORE CULTURALLY CURIOUS PERSON ON THE SCENE NOW. OUR IN-DEPTH TRAVELLERS ARE FUTURE GUIDE BOOK WRITERS, KEEN TO KNOW EVERY PLACE INSIDE OUT. our trips Sun & Steam ...................................... p.71 Northern ‘Choice’ ............................ p.72

‘Sweet as’ South .............................. p.74

INCLUDED • Y our choice of a single, twin-share or quad-share room • B reakfast each day, plus some included dinners at hotels and local restaurants Queenstown

• S ightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • I ncluded activities, such as a local fish’n’chip dinner and a traditional Maori Hangi

Contiki.com/in-depth-explorernew-zealand

• A stellar Trip Manager and Driver team, plus Local Guides in some destinations • A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with powerpoints, WiFi (on some coaches), movies and a killer sound system • M E Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

Queenstown

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

PAIHIA 2

Russell Parry Kauri Park

AUCKLAND 1 TASMAN SEA

WAITOMO 1

2 ROTORUA

NORTH ISLAND

Places visited Nightstops

SUN & STEAM 7 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM

£715 £103 PP*

P/DAY*

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

• • •

Day 2: Paihia. Paihia is the perfect place to relax. Chill out on the beach, see the Maori tribal lands & learn about NZ’s history, or do it like the locals & get into some water sports. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paihia to Auckland. Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s iconic Sky Tower. A pass at one of our favourite Auckland nightspots will set you up for an awesome night out. We love Ponsonby Road for some of the city’s best spots to party too. Hotel (B) Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry Nightclub entry

• •

Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo. Get into the adrenaline cave activities here before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (B,D) Traditional Kiwi BBQ or roast (seasonal) M Blackwater rafting in a rubber ring through underground caves

•

#SUNANDSTEAM

SNAPSHOT

Day 5: Waitomo to Rotorua. Tonight, go local as you indulge in a traditional Maori Hangi & pick up some tips from the locals at a traditional Maori dance performance. Hotel (B,D) Rotorua city tour Maori Hangi dinner & concert

• •

Day 6: Rotorua. With a free day, take advantage of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B) M Race down a hill inside an OGO ball Day 7: Rotorua to Auckland. Today you’ll take a transfer back to Auckland, so it’s time to swap email addresses as your trip ends on arrival. (B) Please note: The transfer from Rotorua to Auckland is not operated by Contiki, but a third party operator.

HOW MUCH & WHEN

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

CODE: NRZAD 2016/17

5 nights in hotels 1 night in a lodge

Start

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £50. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

Day 1: Auckland to Paihia. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading north to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled-out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip & get into the endless summer atmosphere. Hotel (D) See the Waitemata Harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous Hundertwasser toilets

Paihia

Auckland

Finish

Auckland

Total Cost

£ pp*

3 11 19 27 4 12 20 28 2 6 10 14 18 22 26 30

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

9 17 25 2 10 18 26 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 1 5

715 715 715 715 715 715 729 729 729 729 729 729 729 729 729 729

Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb

9 13 17 21 25 29 2

729 729 729 729 729 729 729

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan

3 7 11 15 19 23 27

Finish

Auckland

Total Cost

£ pp*

2017

2016 Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

Start

Auckland

Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep

31 4 12 20 28 8 16 1 17 25 3 19 4 20 28 6 14 22 7 23 31 8 16 24

Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep

6 10 18 26 6 14 22 7 23 1 9 25 10 26 4 12 20 28 13 29 6 14 22 30

729 729 729 729 729 729 729 719 719 719 719 719 719 719 719 715 715 715 715 715 715 715 715 715

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement add £255/add £65 twin-share. Start Auckland 9:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 19-day The Big Tiki trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS Please see p.82 for more information on our standard inclusions.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • • • •

Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner Sky Tower visit in Auckland ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia Traditional Maori Hangi & dance in Rotorua Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS M Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkelling with lunch M Skyline gondola & luge rides See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ STEAM

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NORTHERN ‘CHOICE’

PAIHIA 2

Parry Kauri Park

AUCKLAND 1 TASMAN SEA

WAITOMO 1

10 DAYS

1 TAUPO

NORTH ISLAND Tongariro N.P.

P/DAY*

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £75. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

Picton

2 WELLINGTON

SOUTH ISLAND Kaikoura

#NORTHERNCHOICE

COOK STRAIT

IKO UR AC OA ST

£965 £97

Christchurch

Rotorua

2 ROTORUA

Huka Falls

FROM

PP*

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

Russell

Places visited Nightstops Optional start/end city

SNAPSHOT

NEW ZEALAND

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Day 1: Auckland to Paihia. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled-out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip & get into the endless summer atmosphere. Hotel (D) See the iconic Sky Tower & harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous Hundertwasser toilets

CODE: NNHAD 2016/17 CODE: NNHCD 2016/17

• • •

Day 2: Paihia. Paihia is the perfect place to relax. Chill out on the beach or even on a boat, visit the Maori tribal lands & learn about NZ’s history, or do it like the locals & get into some water sports. Hotel (B) M Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkelling with lunch Day 3: Paihia to Auckland. Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s iconic Sky Tower. A pass at one of our favourite Auckland nightspots will set you up for an awesome night out. We love Ponsonby Road for some of the city’s best spots to party too. Hotel (B) Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry Nightclub entry

• •

Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo. Get into the adrenaline cave activities here before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (B,D) BBQ or roast dinner (seasonal) M Black water rafting through underground caves

•

• •

Day 6: Rotorua. With a free day, take advantage of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B) Day 7: Rotorua to Lake Taupo. Check out the area’s famous mud pools before it’s on to Huka Falls – there’s your chance for a ride on the famous Huka Jet! At Lake Taupo, grabbing a bite by the water is a must. You could opt for a dinner cruise on the lake tonight, where you can fish, eat & party into the night. Hotel (B) See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools See Taupo’s Huka Falls M Fun evening lake cruise including fishing

• •

Day 8: Lake Taupo to Wellington. Check out the awesome landscapes along the Desert Road en route to the windy capital, Wellington, where we’ll show you the sights around this arty city. Tonight, we party with club entry. Hotel (B) Drive along the Desert Road & Kapiti Coast Orientation tour of Wellington including Mt. Victoria Nightclub entry

• • •

Day 9: Wellington. Chill your way today. Maybe hit the shops along Lambton Quay & Courtney Place or Cuba Street Mall with its street performers & cool local characters. With some of the country’s best coffee & cafés found in ‘Welly’, taking a break with a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B) Day 10: Wellington to Christchurch. Hop from the North Island, via ferry, to the South Island. Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline, to the charmingly English city of Christchurch where your trip ends on arrival. (B) Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough & Queen Charlotte Sounds Stop at a seal colony & Kaikoura

• •

Start

Auckland

Finish

C’church

Total Cost

£ pp*

Finish

Total Cost

Auckland

£ pp*

2016

2016 3 11 19 27 4 12 20 28 2 6 10 14 18 22 26 30

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

12 20 28 5 13 21 29 7 11 15 19 23 27 31 4 8

985 985 985 985 985 985 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015

Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct

12 16 20 24 28 1 5 9 13 21 1 9 17 25 10 26 4 12 28 13 29 7 15 23 31 16 1 9 17 25 3

1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 985 985 985 985 985 985 985 985 985

Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

Start

C’church

8 nights in hotels 1 night in a lodge

12 20 28 5 13 21 29 7 11 15 19 23 27 31

Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan

21 29 6 14 22 30 8 16 20 24 28 1 5 9

965 965 965 965 965 995 995 995 995 995 1005 1005 1005 1005

2017 Jan 4 Jan 8 Jan 12 Jan 16 Jan 20 Jan 24 Jan 28 Feb 1 Feb 5 Feb 9 Feb 13 Feb 21 Mar 1 Mar 9 Mar 17 Mar 25 Apr 10 Apr 26 May 4 May 12 May 28 Jun 13 Jun 29 Jul 7 Jul 15 Jul 23 Jul 31 Aug 16 Sep 1 Sep 9 Sep 17 Sep 25 Oct 3

Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct

13 17 21 25 29 2 6 10 14 18 22 2 10 18 26 3 19 5 13 21 6 22 8 16 24 1 9 25 10 18 26 4 12

1005 1005 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 995 975 975 975 975 975 975 975 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 985

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £395/add £99 twin-share.

INCLUDED MEALS 9 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner • Sky Tower visit with 360° views of Auckland • ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia • Traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance in Rotorua Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS M Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls M Guided tours of Ruakuri or Waitomo Caves to see the glowworms & rock formations M OGO ball racing M Quad biking adventure See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

NNHAD: Start Auckland 9:00am & end Christchurch 7:00pm. NNHCD: Start Christchurch 7:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 19-day The Big Tiki trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

LOCAL CULTURE Sweet tooth? Buy a pack of Pineapple Lumps – these Kiwi favourites are seriously delish & a pack to take home is an essential!

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ CHOICE

NORTHERN ‘CHOICE’ START/END WELLINGTON - 10 DAYS * PP* FROM £885 £89 P/DAY WANT WELLINGTON? You can choose to start or end your Northern ‘Choice’ trip in Wellington & see even more. • Trip starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington • Code: NNZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 9:00am/End 10:00am • Code: NNZCD (ex: Wellington) Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm • Single room supp: £395 • Twin room supp: £99

Rotorua

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £70. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Auckland to Christchurch. Or save up to £20 if you travel from Christchurch to Auckland.

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‘SWEET AS’ SOUTH

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

NORTH ISLAND

9 DAYS

COOK STRAIT

FROM

PP*

P/DAY*

Picton

Wellington

SOUTH ISLAND KA IKO UR AC OA ST

£809 £90

Kaikoura

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £60. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS #SWEETASSOUTH

Hokitika

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 2 Haast Pass Wanaka Milford Sound

1 CHRISTCHURCH Lake Tekapo

1 LAKE OHAU

QUEENSTOWN 4 DUNEDIN 1

Queenstown

Arthur’s Pass

Places visited Nightstops 10 day extension nightstop Optional start/end city Milford Sound highlight optional

SNAPSHOT

NEW ZEALAND

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Day 1: Christchurch to Lake Ohau. Meet up with your Contiki Team then check out the views of Mackenzie country & Lake Tekapo. On arrival, Lake Ohau will impress, its epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps are seriously stunning. Lodge (D) Stop at Lake Pukaki & Lake Tekapo & Geraldine See the famous Church of the Good Shepherd Chill at our theme party tonight M Scenic flight past lakes, glaciers & Aoraki/Mt. Cook, NZ’s highest peak

CODE: NSZCD 2016/17 CODE: NSZAD 2016/17

• • •

Day 2: Lake Ohau to Dunedin. Head to Moeraki for a look at the massive boulders located by the beach. Later, it’s a change of scene in the ‘student city’ Dunedin, try the city’s famous beer on a guided tour of Speight’s Brewery. Later tonight, maybe head to the Octagon area of town for a fun night out. Hotel (B) Stop at Oamaru & Benmore Dam Visit Moeraki Boulders Speight’s Heritage & Brewery tour Visit Baldwin St (the world’s steepest street)

• • • •

Day 3: Dunedin to Queenstown. It’s time to hit legendary Queenstown, the world’s adventure capital. On arrival, we’ll take a quick tour to get your bearings. This town goes off, so maybe grab a delicious ‘FergBurger’ & head into town for a night out. Hotel (B)

Day 7: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier. We’ll drop into Arrowtown & lakeside Wanaka, then keep an eye out for wildlife as we head through stunning Haast Pass & Thunder Creek Falls before arriving in NZ’s iconic glacial spot, Franz Josef. Lodge (B,D) Explore tiny Arrowtown Scenic drive through Haast Pass & see Thunder Creek Falls

• •

Day 8: Franz Josef Glacier. The day is yours – so hitting the ice is a must. From walks & hikes or heli rides, to just chilling in Franz, the day is yours to enjoy your way. Lodge (B) M Fly to & walk on the glacier M Ice climbing Day 9: Franz Josef Glacier to Christchurch. Today we make tracks through the Alps to Christchurch! We stop in Hokitika to learn about NZ’s native greenstone & how it’s carved, before it’s time to say your goodbyes & swap contact details with your travel mates as your trip ends on arrival in Christchurch. (B) Scenic drive across the Southern Alps Stop at Arthur’s Pass Native greenstone demonstration & carving

• • •

Day 4: Queenstown. Take a ride on the Shotover Jet this morning, before the afternoon is yours to get into the Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is awesome & free entry will make sure you start the night out right. Hotel (B) Ride the iconic Shotover Jet Nightclub entry

• •

Day 4 - 6: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel (B)(B)(B,D) Days 5 - 6: Queenstown. From bungy jumps, canyon swings, luging, gondolas & jet boat rides to the Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do in this legendary town & the choice is all yours. With little shops & a stunning lakeside setting, a stroll through town & relaxing by the lake is a must. Hotel (B)(B,D) M Canyon swing on a giant rope across the Shotover River, 109m up!

Finish

C’church

Total Cost

£ pp*

2016

Finish

Total Cost

C’church

£ pp*

2016

3 11 19 27 4 12 20 28 2 6 10 14 18 22 26 30

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

11 19 27 4 12 20 28 6 10 14 18 22 26 30 3 7

809 809 809 809 809 809 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829

Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct

11 15 19 23 27 31 4 8 12 20 28 8 16 24 9 25 3 11 27 12 28 6 14 22 30 15 31 8 16 24 2

829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 815 815 815 815 815 815 815 815 809 809 809 809 809 809 809 809 809

Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

Start

C’church

13 21 29 6 14 22 30 8 12 16 20 24 28

Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan

21 29 6 14 22 30 8 16 20 24 28 1 5

809 809 809 809 809 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829

2017 Jan 1 Jan 5 Jan 9 Jan 13 Jan 17 Jan 21 Jan 25 Jan 29 Feb 2 Feb 6 Feb 10 Feb 14 Feb 22 Mar 2 Mar 10 Mar 18 Mar 26 Apr 11 Apr 27 May 5 May 13 May 29 Jun 14 Jun 30 Jul 8 Jul 16 Jul 24 Aug 1 Aug 17 Sep 2 Sep 10 Sep 18 Sep 26 Oct 4

Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct

9 13 17 21 25 29 2 6 10 14 18 22 2 10 18 26 3 19 5 13 21 6 22 8 16 24 1 9 25 10 18 26 4 12

829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 829 815 815 815 815 815 815 815 809 809 809 809 809 809 809 809 809 825

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £345/add £95 twin-share. NSZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm. NSZAD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm.

Speight’s Brewery

MILFORD SOUND ME TIME HIGHLIGHT OPTIONAL If you’ve done a bungy, rafted & jetboated your way around Queenstown – why not mix it up & take a day trip from Queenstown to Milford Sound. We head to this stunning World Heritage listed area, then jump on-board a boat & cruise these incredible waters to experience this slice of paradise. Keep your eyes peeled for whales, dolphins & seals amongst this incredible scenery. You can choose to take the coach back to Queenstown, or there’s also the option to fly – it is up to you. Experience it for yourself!

Start

C’church

5 nights in hotels 3 nights in lodges

Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 19-day The Big Tiki trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

INCLUDED MEALS 8 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Tour & tasting at the iconic Speight’s Brewery • Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride • Dinner at Winnie’s pizza pub in Queenstown Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

•

ME TIME OPTIONS M Scenic helicopter flight to see Mt. Cook & land on Fox Glacier M Cruise stunning Milford Sound See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Head to a local Kiwi ‘Dairy’, filled with sweet treats & tip-top ice cream, pick your scoops & enjoy!

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ SWEETAS

‘SWEET AS’ SOUTH START/END WELLINGTON - 10 DAYS * PP* FROM £949 £95P/DAY GOT MORE TIME? We’ve got a longer 10-day version of the ‘Sweet as’ South trip that starts or ends in Wellington. • For 10-day price, add up to £140 to price in the price box • 10-day trip starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington • Code: NSHCD (ex: Christchurch) Start 9:00am/End 6:00pm • Code: NSHAD (ex: Wellington) Start 7:00am/End 6:00pm • Single room supp: £359 • Twin room supp: £89 PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £70. SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

YOUR CHOICE You can start this trip in Christchurch or Wellington & travel it in reverse.

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Bay of Islands

Auckland

Rotorua

Paihia

On a whirlwind extravaganza but still need a Contiki New Zealand fix? Say no more. You’d be surprised what we can achieve in a few fantastically frenzied days. From the city to the beach with landmarks, guided tours and fish ‘n’ chips in between. our trips Jaffas ‘n’ Jandals .................................p.77

INCLUDED • S ingle, twin and multi-share hotel accommodation Food in Dunedin

• B reakfast each day, plus an included fish’n’chips dinner • S ightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • I ncluded activities, such as an Auckland city tour and Sky Tower entry

Contiki.com/festivals-short-staysnew-zealand

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops

Bay of Islands

PAIHIA 2

SHORT STAY

Russell Parry Kauri Park

Places visited Nightstops

Auckland

TASMAN SEA

NORTH ISLAND

JAFFAS ‘N’ JANDALS 3 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM

£219 £73 PP*

P/DAY*

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

HOW MUCH & WHEN Start

Auckland

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

• • •

SNAPSHOT

CODE: NCZAD 2016/17 CODE: NCZCD 2016/17

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

Day 1: Auckland to Paihia. Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading north to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled-out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish & chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip & get into the endless summer atmosphere. Hotel (D) See the Waitemata Harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous Hunderwasser toilets M Exciting parasail adventure; witness breathtaking views as a jet boat pulls you through the open sky

Paihia

Day 2: Paihia. Paihia is the perfect place to relax. Chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands & learn about NZ’s history, or do it like the locals & get into some watersports. Hotel (B) M Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls Day 3: Paihia to Auckland. Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s iconic Sky Tower. Then it’s time to swap emails & say your farewells, as your trip ends at 6:00pm. (B) Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry

•

Finish

Auckland

Total Cost

£ pp*

3 � 11 � 19 27 4 12 20 28 2 � 6 10 � 14 18 22 26 30

Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan

5 13 21 29 6 14 22 30 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 1

219 219 219 219 219 219 225 225 225 225 225 225 225 225 225 225

Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb

5 9 13 17 21 25 29 2 6 10

225 225 225 225 225 225 225 225 225 225

2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb

3 7 11 15 19 23 27 31 4 8 �

Finish

Auckland

Total Cost

£ pp*

2017

2016 Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec

Start

Auckland

Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct

12 16 20 28 8 16 24 1 17 25 3 11 19 4 20 28 6 14 22 30 7 23 31 8 16 24 2 10

Feb 14

225

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22 2 10 18 26 3 19 27 5 13 21 6 22 30 8 16 24 1 9 25 2 10 18 26 4 12

* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.

Single room supplement add £85/add £25 twin-share. Start Auckland 9:00am & end Auckland 6:00pm. � The trip code for these departures is NCZAD only. � The trip code for these departures is NCZCD only. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture – our 19-day The Big Tiki trip. When you jump aboard this trip, you’ll be joining a horde of other travellers who are already geared up in Contiki’s world-famous exploration mode. Wait until you see the warm welcome you’ll receive as a new addition to the wolf pack.

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2 nights hotel accommodation

INCLUDED MEALS 2 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D)

INCLUSIONS Please see p.82 for more information on our standard inclusions.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner • Sky Tower visit with 360° views of Auckland Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with

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ME TIME OPTIONS M Swim with the dolphins in the Bay of Islands M Day tour to ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ with off-roading & sand dune ‘surfing’ See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

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Queenstown

Lake Wakatipu

Queenstown

PLOUGH THROUGH POWDER WHITE SNOW AND PROWL THROUGH BUZZING NIGHTLIFE. THE EPIC SKI TOWN OF QUEENSTOWN IS WAITING FOR YOU. INCLUDED SKI PASSES AND DAILY TRANSFERS ARE JUST THE BEANIE ON THE SNOWMAN. our trips Ski Queenstown ................................ p.79

INCLUDED • Y our choice or a single, twin-share or triple-share room • 4-day ski pass

Shotover Jet

• D aily transfers up and down the mountain • An expert Contiki Ski Rep • A hearty breakfast every day, plus some yummy included dinners

Contiki.com/winter-ski-new-zealand

• H eaps of ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities • W anna ski AND explore the rest of New Zealand? During the winter months (July/August), any of our trips that go through Queenstown give you the option to hit the slopes while you’re in town

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Ski Coronet Peak

SKI QUEENSTOWN

SNAPSHOT WHY CHOOSE US • 4-day ski passes • Experience all three of Queenstown’s local ski fields • Daily transfers up & down the mountain • Twin-share or multi-share hotel accommodation • Loads of ME Time activities on offer • Plenty of time to experience Queenstown’s awesome après-ski scene ME TIME OPTIONS Off the mountain there’s plenty of Queenstown must-do’s – so fuel your inner adrenaline junkie: MM Rafting on the Kawarau River & heli. flight MM A thrilling jetboat ride through the gorge MM Meal at Skyline Restaurant

hit THE SLOPES IN THE ADVENTURE CAPITAL OF NEW ZEALAND. CREATE EPIC MEMORIES AMONGST THE SNOW-CAPPED MOUNTAINS BY DAY, COUPLED WITH BUSTLING aprÈs-ski NIGHTLIFe, nz style. experience this ADRENALINE-LACED TRIP, IDEAL FOR THOSE WITH A THIRST FOR ADVENTURE on our ultimate nz ski trip. Where you’ll be:

There’s no place like this thriving town in the winter! Regardless of being a beginner or advanced skier, Contiki will take you on a journey designed for the adventurer within. Connect with an awesome crew and explore this trendy tourist hotspot offering a diverse array of activities. From adrenaline-packed experiences on or off the slopes to the uber-cool nightlife, surrounded by magnificent lakes and mountains – Queenstown has something for everyone. Allow us to help you maximise your 7 days in this beautiful haven both on and off the mountain… hassle free!

our team:

MM 4WD tour through the Middle Earth (Lord of The Rings)

The knowledge and expertise of our team is what makes the real difference, so we offer our expert Contiki Ski Rep to enhance your experience.

MM Take a leap at ‘the home of bungy’

exclusive inclusions:

MM Jetboat, 4WD & hike Mt. Aspiring National Park

MM Skyswing at The Ledge or Nevis MM Tandem skydive over Lake Wakatipu MM Canyon swing the Shotover River MM Full day excursion into Milford Sound MM Ziptrek flying fox experience MM Chill in the Minus 5 Ice Bar MM Queenstown wine trail in Gibbston Valley VISIT CONTIKI.COM FOR EVEN MORE

Stay 6 nights in multi-share accommodation. To start your day on the slopes we provide a hearty breakfast and include 2 delicious dinners. Your Exclusive inclusions consist of a 4-day ski lift pass and we get you to three of Queenstown’s famous ski fields and include daily transfers up and down the mountain. Also included is all hotel tips, local taxes and service charges.

culinary delights & nightlife:

Another benefit of travelling with us is we know the local spots! We include dinner at ‘Winnies’ famous pizza pub. For your ME Time we suggest the option of dinner at Skyline Restaurant to take in some unbeatable views of Lake Wakatipu and town. For those who are keen, we’ll show you other great eats like Fergburger and some of Queentown’s coolest bars to end off the night.

me time optionals:

We’ve got a selection of adrenaline-junky activities and Queenstown must-do’s lined up for you. There is no better setting for an unforgettable bungy jumping experience – trust us! Why not go to the very place bungy jumping was invented. Go skydiving and get your adrenaline fix as you take to the sky with a stunning view below your feet.

SKI ESSENTIALS – GEAR & HIRE:

Don’t buy expensive new gear before you go – we’ll kit you out with hire gear when you arrive. Need lessons? At ski school, instructors will teach you the techniques to get you up on the slopes, or for the more experienced, teach you ways to improve your know-how.

HOW MUCH? Group lesson rates (ski or board): Coronet Peak Remarkables Cardrona Treble Cone

NZ$60 NZ$60 NZ$62 NZ$63

Equipment hire (prices per day): Standard skis, boots & poles NZ$45 Part set (skis or boots only) NZ$28 Performance skis, boots & poles NZ$54 Performance skis only NZ$48 Snowboard & boots NZ$45 Part set (snowboard or boots only) NZ$28 Clothing hire (prices per day): Jacket & pants NZ$35 NZ$24 Part set (jacket & pants only) Gloves NZ$5 Goggles NZ$5 Helmet NZ$12 Note: Prices above are correct at time of print & include GST. Lessons are for either 1-2 hours depending on ski field.

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ULTIMATE NZ SKI

SKI

Queenstown

SNAPSHOT

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 6 nights multi-share hotel accommodation

INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B), 2 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS • Our expert Contiki Ski Rep • 4-day ski lift passes & transfers (transfers to & from Queenstown airport on arrival day/departure day are not included) • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges

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7 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM

£745 £107 PP*

P/DAY*

Day 3: Queenstown. Transfers & lift passes included again today, so it’s perfect for heading up one of the mountains to improve your technique. If you’re looking for somewhere to head for dinner tonight, we love FergBurger for some seriously delicious treats! (B) Day 4: Queenstown. With a free day, get a taste for the endless activities in the ‘World’s Adventure Capital’. You could try bungy jumping, skydiving or rafting & that’s just the start. Tonight, head to one of the town’s cool bars or there’s the option of dinner at Skyline Restaurant for some seriously unbeatable views. (B) M Scenic tandem skydive M AJ Hackett bungy jump

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Start

ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING

Day 2: Queenstown. It’s time to hit the slopes! Carve up one of Queenstown’s three ski fields – the Remarkables, Coronet Peak & Cadrona are world renowned for their awesome conditions, all offering fantastic runs for beginners through to advanced skiers & riders. And over the next week you’ll try them all. Transfers & lift passes are included, too easy! (B)

CODE: CZSKI 2016/17 Q’town

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO £55. (2017 DATES ONLY) SEE P.19 FOR DETAILS

Day 1: Arrive Queenstown. Welcome to legendary Queenstown! Known for its epic mountain lifestyle & cool vibes, this is the ultimate haven for those that love to ski, or those that want to learn. Tonight, meet your Ski Rep & other travellers, before getting to know the group with dinner at one of Queenstown’s most popular restaurants. (D)

HOW MUCH & WHEN

Day 5: Queenstown. Today it’s back up the mountain as we visit the last of the three ski fields so you can show off your skills. Transfers & lift passes included. (B) Day 6: Queenstown. It’s the final ski day & we’ll give you the choice of mountain to head back to. Tonight’s our last night, so perhaps finish off the trip by heading out with the group to a few of Queenstown’s bars. (B,D) Day 7: End Queenstown. Your ski adventure ends after breakfast, so it’s time to say farewell to your travel mates. (B) Please note: Ski & snowboard equipment is available for hire in Queenstown.

Finish

Q’town

Total Cost

£ pp*

26 3 10 17 24 31 7 14 21 28

Finish

Q’town

Total Cost

£ pp*

2017

2016 Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug

Start

Q’town

Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep

2 9 16 23 30 6 13 20 27 3

799 799 799 799 799 799 799 799 799 799

Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug

25 2 9 16 23 30 6 13 20 27

Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep

1 8 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 2

745 745 745 745 745 745 745 745 745 745

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

2016: Single room supplement add £229/add £39 twin-share. 2017: Single room supplement add £245/add £59 twin-share. Start Queenstown 5:00pm & end Queenstown 10:00am. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82.

TREAD LIGHTLY Contiki, in partnership with the TreadRight Foundation, encourages the sustainable development of tourism by supporting projects that benefit the environment, heritage and community.

TreadRight is a not-for-profit organisation established by The Travel Corporation and its family of brands. To date, the foundation has helped support more than 35 sustainable tourism projects worldwide. Contiki believes that we have a responsibility to create memorable travel experiences without putting tourism destinations at risk and there’s much more to that than just words on paper. TreadRight guides Contiki on all things sustainable – from helping to choose which global projects to support, to working with our operators, to supporting our very engaged global team and educating travellers on sustainable practices. While Contiki continues to strive to increase our sustainability efforts, we know there is much more we can do, and that’s where TreadRight comes in.

To learn more about TreadRight, their projects, including their new partnerships with Wild Aid and the Wilderness Foundation, and Alliance for Artisan Enterprise, plus the other 35 sustainable tourism projects worldwide visit treadright.org TreadRight Ambassador - Céline Cousteau A leading environmentalist, adventurer and explorer, Céline Cousteau truly embodies the TreadRight philosophy. As a documentary filmmaker and gifted storyteller, Céline has travelled the world working to help amplify the voices of the amazing individuals who are working to protect ecosystems, wildlife, and people. In 2015, we welcomed Céline as our official ambassador, helping us tell the stories of our projects and partners. To discover the amazing projects Céline is working on with us visit treadright.org.

Check out Treadright’s exciting new partnershipS: treadright.org

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got a question? Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know: WHAT’S INCLUDED? • Coach, train, ferry transport, internal flights as listed in the Exclusive Inclusions section. • Accommodation & meals as listed in the Snapshot section on trip pages. • Sightseeing listed in the Exclusive Inclusions section in each trip itinerary. Unless specified, entrance fees to these locations are included. • Experienced Contiki Trip Manager & Driver & local guides on some trips (Northern Territory for Australia).

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED? • Air & ferry transfers to trip departure point. • Personal expense money. • Visas, personal insurance, medical fees. • Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than those specified on trip pages. • Optional excursions & activities such as whitewater rafting, helicopter flights, bungy jumping, hot air ballooning, etc. • Lunches (unless specified under Snapshot section) & some dinners.

INCLUDED FLIGHTS

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING?

Luggage is restricted to a maximum suitcase size of 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”) & maximum weight of 20 kg (44lbs) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you. On trips which include Whitsundays Sailing, a small bag suitable for the extremely limited luggage space is required. Your regular luggage will be stored during this time. Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on a trip. If you have your own ski/boarding equipment, you may bring one pair of boots & skis or snowboard. Otherwise, your Trip Manager can arrange these for you in Queenstown on the trip. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage insurance is strongly recommended. Remember, if your trip includes a flight you are also subject to airline baggage restrictions. Note: Contiki is not responsible for any fees incurred as a result of overweight luggage.

HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED?

Flights as specified on individual trip itineraries are included as part of the price. As detailed within our Booking Conditions (p.83) under ‘General’, we rely on international conventions regarding air travel and other transportation as specified. Through enrolment and payment for your trip you acknowledge and 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 and/or by boarding the aircraft you have accepted the airline’s terms & conditions of travel, and the application of all relevant international conventions and applicable national and international law governing air transportation.

You should be able to use debit & credit cards for most items. You’ll need to allow enough money to cover lunches, some dinners, souvenirs, shopping, drinks, optional activities, entrance fees to attractions & evening entertainment. It is advisable to start your trip with some cash in your destination’s local currencies such as A$ or NZ$.

INCLUSIONS

ME TIME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

These are the practical bits that are included on every trip: • An experienced and professional Trip Manager and Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with power outlets for charging. Power outlets & USB points on coaches in Australia • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges • Ferry crossings on the trip pages. Where you Look out for see these icons, all of the above are included on your trip.

WILL I GET MORE INFORMATION? Upon receipt of final payment, your trip documentation will be released 21 days prior to your departure. Make sure you visit contiki.com for our travellers guide. It’s packed full of essential info for your holiday. You’ll also receive a comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full details & costs of all optional activities available on your trip.

TRIPS WITHIN TRIPS On some of our larger itineraries, you may notice we give the option to do a smaller segment rather than the complete trip. This allows travellers to sign up for just part of the journey, meaning greater choice, freedom & flexibility. If you’re doing the full journey, you get the added bonus of surprise new guests along the way, or you’ll get the teary goodbyes over a little earlier than expected. It’s all part of the adventure.

WHAT SHOULD I PACK?

Comfortable, casual clothing for day wear & ‘smart casual’ for dining & those nights out. Remember that in Autumn/Winter you will need warmer clothing as well as a raincoat/jacket. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Some activities in New Zealand & Australia require swimwear & a towel. For further details, please go to contiki.com/travel-resources.

WHEN DO I CHOOSE?

Optionals are arranged & paid for on trip. By leaving the final decisions until then you can choose at the same time as your new friends. You’ll get great value as we get you great rates & your Trip Manager can offer personal advice. Some activities are seasonal & weather dependent as well as being subject to demand.

HOW DO I PAY?

Payment for your ME Time optionals is made direct to your Trip Manager on your trip. You can choose to pay in cash (A$ in Australia or NZ$ in New Zealand) 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.

PAST TRAVELLER 5% DISCOUNT

We’re head over heels for 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 a 5% discount on the land portion of your trips from then on. And we’ve even wrestled our TTC sister brands (found here - thetravelcorporation.com) into offering the same. Here’s what you need to know: • You must have returned and finished your first Contiki trip before you can cash in on your 5% discount on your next adventure

• Past traveller discounts can be applied to trips of 7 days or longer only • If you’re buying more than one trip back to back, the 5% discount will apply to the most expensive trip • We’re going to need a deposit before the discount can be applied to the booking • You can’t use it on pre & post-trip accommodation rates & other selected products (because we offer great prices for our travellers on these already) • Once you’re a past passenger, you’re eligible for a 5% discount every 6 months so you can keep going with Contiki • The discount applies to brochured prices only & cannot be combined with any non-brochured special market promotions Sound good to you crazy Contiki lovers?

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. 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 where possible.

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS?

At the time this brochure went to press (February 2016), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it is wise to check up-to-date information with your travel agent or Contiki prior to departure. Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may require en route, such as antihistamines or antibiotics.

SEASONALITY & CLIMATE

Being such a large land mass, Australia is prone to seasonal climate changes. This will mean that at certain times of the year some of our brochured itineraries may need to be slightly changed. For example: northern Australia itineraries during the wet season (December to April). Inland alpine areas of the South Island in New Zealand can be as cold as -10oC between May & October.

DO I NEED VISAS?

Please read carefully. Depending on your nationality, you may require a visa to enter Australia & New Zealand. You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Contiki is not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a trip. Consult your travel agent or local embassy to determine any visas you require & how to obtain them.

NO COMPULSORY TIPPING - REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE!

Every country in the world has different tipping customs & in Australia & New Zealand, within service industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally optional & only given if you feel the service has exceeded your expectations. If you think your Contiki Team have done an exceptional job then you may wish to tip them. This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely up to you. No compulsory tipping – reward only excellence!

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.

MANAGE YOUR BOOKING

Ready, set, go! You’re booked & it’s nearly go time, however just like when you’re taking a flight, it’s important you provide us with all your details before you can travel. Check out www.contiki.com/managebooking to log into your booking.

COMPULSORY TRAVEL INSURANCE

Cancellation, unexpected medical expenses, injuries, theft, lost luggage or money can significantly disrupt your holiday. It is compulsory that you take out comprehensive travel insurance before you travel. Contiki has the right to refuse travellers without the required insurance cover to join our trips. Your insurance must cover personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation expenses. We strongly recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. If you intend to participate in adventure sports and activities when travelling then please ensure your policy covers such. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities.

IMPORTANT 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.

PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS

Photos courtesy of © Pauls Xtreme Skydiving p.27 Skydiving. Photos courtesy of © Outback Balloning p.43 Hot air balloon ride. Photos courtesy of © Splendour in the grass p.50 & p.53 Festival. Photos courtesy of © Fox Glacier Guiding p.64 Fox Glacier. Photos courtesy of © Céline Cousteau p.81 Snorkelling.

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 EC 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 6th January, 2016. 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 (February, 2016) 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. 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. 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.* *With FlexDeposit, the value of the original deposit can be used as credit towards booking a new trip with Contiki. Original deposit refers to the trip’s deposit only and excludes any addition deposits such as Inca Trail, or flights. Deposit credit is not valid on existing bookings. The credit 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 expired deposits. 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. Credit can 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). The credit has no cash value and is non-refundable. The credit is combinable with all other applicable discounts. 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: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE More than 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 5th February, 2016 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 you may do so subject to availability and provided the new holiday date is also in this brochure. 5.2 A fee of £15 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed, unless the change increases the value of the booking. A change of booking within 45 days of departure will be treated as a cancellation and normal cancellation fees will apply (as detailed in section 3) except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value, in which case a £15 per person amendment fee will be charged in addition to any amendment fees imposed due to internal flights/local ferries. 5.3 A name change to a different person will be treated as a cancellation. 5.4 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 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 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. If you do not write within 42 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 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.

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 September 2016 to September 2017. 4. OPERATING COMPANIES The programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd and Contiki Holidays (New Zealand) Limited. 5. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN: Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, 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 is a member of ABTA under the following membership number: Y1792. 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. If you travel outside the European Economic Area, controls on data protection may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country. 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, whether in the EEA or not, 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 further advice please visit - www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo or call the ABTA Information Line Tel: 020 3117 0500 (calls are charged at local rate) This brochure was published in February 2016 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market.

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