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HOLIDAYS FOR 18-35’S 2012/13 EUROPE
See more with Contiki Great value round the world flights, combined with Contiki’s sweet deals means you can see more for less. So take advantage of our exceptional multi-tour savings & great flight deals & keep exploring. Heading to Australia or New Zealand from the UK? Book a round the world ticket & stop off on one of our USA, South America or Asia trips. Speak to your travel agent for details on round the world tickets & ways to see more with Contiki.
How to book
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Call Contiki or visit your travel agent
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• At the time of booking you must pay a non refundable deposit of £60 per person per tour within 7 days. • Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send either you or your travel agent confirmation of the details of the booking. • You must pay the balance of your holiday no less than 45 days before the departure date or at the time of booking if less than 45 days before departure. • Contiki will then send you or your travel agent travel vouchers and detailed information about your holiday. The documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure.
Contiki Services Ltd. Wells House, 15 Elmfield Rd, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1LS. Tel: (020) 8290 6777 Fax: (020) 8225 4222
Brochure Hotline: Call 0870 333 4884 or Download/view: at contiki.com/ebrochures
IMPORTANT: By paying the £60 deposit per person per tour, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on p.163 which make up the contract between you and Contiki.
Europe Summer 2012/13
Call: 020 8290 6422 Click: contiki.com Email: travel@contiki.com Visit: your local travel agent
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Contiki Holidays is a member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation and is renowned and trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability and financial stability. www.TheTravelCorporation.com
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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. © Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. Printed in the UK.
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LEGENDARY for a reason
Whether you’re looking to organise a group tour to Europe, North America, Central America, South America, Asia, Australia or New Zealand then please have a look at the huge range of tours in our brochures. It is more than likely that at least one of our trips will fit perfectly. As long as you are all 18-35, any date can be reserved exclusively for your group at special reduced rates – perhaps even a free trip for you. If you’re looking for something completely different for your school, university or club then just ask – we’ve been designing and running outstanding special tours for years.
THE ORIGINAL
SINCE ‘62 Celebrating 50 great years. See p.34
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> MEET CÉLINE Ms Cousteau talks oceans, Ghandi, and her family. See p.94
> WHAT’S NEW IN 2012 More shopping, new feature hotels, Easy Pace tours. See p.6
> MASTER CHEF Eugenio’s traditional Carbonara alla Frisio recipe. See p.15
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CONTENTS EUROPE 2012 > What’s What 02 04 06 08 10 12 14 16 18 19 20 21 22 24 25
Meet Contiki Love Europe The Contiki way Explore more Meet the team For travellers like you Bon appétit Only Contiki includes more Compare Contiki Save with Contiki Only Contiki Our tours 6 great ways to go Contiki cares Join us online
Camping Tours 26
From £62 per day
Concept Tours 40
From £82 per day
Time Out MULTI-COUNTRY TOURS
78
From £84 per day
Time Out IN-DEPTH REGIONAL TOURS
108
From £76 per day
Winter/Ski 145
From £49 per day
Festivals + Events 152
From £44 per day
Cool Stuff 34 35 56 94 124
The original since ‘62 Online, on the road We love Europe Meet Céline We are Contiki
Other Stuff 160 162 163 164
Got a question? Want to stay longer? Booking conditions How to book
Meet us and other travellers online:
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twitter.com/contikiuk
facebook.com/contiki
youtube.com/contikiholidays
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www.contiki.com
The Original
Since ‘62 Seeing the world with Contiki is about more than just travelling, it’s about taking a journey. A journey where you’ll discover awe inspiring places & create unforgettable memories. A journey packed full of local culture, cool places & great people. An experience that will change your view on the world. It starts with people just like you from around the world, people who are determined to get the most out of every minute. With Contiki you’ll discover the real flavour of Europe - the culture & the history, the food & the local customs & especially, the people themselves.
We’re the original travel company for 18-35’s. We’ve been travelling the world with people like you since ’62. See p.34 for more
Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a first timer, with a group or going solo, one thing’s for certain - our know-how means you’ll experience more. We include heaps of extras, from amazing accommodation & authentic local food, to sights, fantastic optional activities & great tour guides.
The greatest journeys start with a single step & end up as legendary stories. Start yours with us.
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Love Europe... We all travel for the moments. Some moments in life make your jaw drop and your eyes widen, like the first time you look up in the Sistine Chapel, or taking your first steps up the Great Pyramid in Egypt. Some take your breath away, like the white knuckle rush you get whitewater rafting in the Austrian Alps. Others are a little more low-key, like learning your first Spanish saying from the locals in Madrid, or watching the sun set over the Greek Islands with new friends.
One thing’s for certain - these moments all come together to create a story unique to you. One that will live with you forever. It’s the diversity that makes Europe special - the rich local cultures, the unique regional food and the amazing characters you meet along the way. It’s about widening your perspective and coming home with your own story to tell... Your journey starts here...
Art class French practice 17:43: St. Germain, Paris
11:56: The Louvre, Paris
Main stage 16:20: Bilbao
Retail therapy
15:21: Via Dei Condotti, Rome
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UNESCO’s World Heritage sites
Face to face with history
Europe has more World Heritage sites than any other continent in the world. Most Contiki tours visit World Heritage sites, so look for the World Heritage symbol on the tour pages.
12:53: The Colosseum, Rome visit contiki.com/worldheritagelist to find out more
Late lunch
A new perspective 14:25: Barcelona
Island hopping
15:35: Croatia
Scan to explore Europe with Contiki...
19:43: Florence
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There’s so much to experience in Europe. Seeing it all with Contiki isn’t quite like anything else - find out what makes us different. Walking tour of ancient Rome
What’s new in 2012 ‘Easy Pace’ tours. With minimum 2 & 3 night stays, often later starts plus all our usual benefits including great local experiences. See p.22-23 for more. Discover incredible local fashion, with designer outlet shopping at 4 locations across Europe. Even more authentic cuisine at specially selected local restaurants. See p.14-15 for more. Two new Feature Hotels - the Jailhotel & the Himmelrich Hotel. See p.80 for more.
See Europe your way.
Get more with Contiki.
No matter how you like to travel, we’ve got trips to suit all tastes. Whether it’s cruising in the Med or overland through the Alps, a long adventure or a short getaway, going basic for your budget or a deluxe treat, there’s a Contiki with your name on it. With 6 different trip styles to choose from there’s one to suit every taste & budget. Find out more on p.22-23.
We know it’s important that you get the most for your money, which is why our tours include more sights, more activities, more amazing accommodation plus a host of exclusive extras you can only get with us. The bottom line? You’ll get more incredible experiences travelling with Contiki.
Amazing places to stay. Travel with us & you’ll stay in loads of spectacular places. How about a 16th century French Château or a Roman Villa. Perhaps a Gasthof in the Austrian Alps or a beachside resort in the Greek Islands. Many of our Special Stopovers, Contiki Villages & Feature Hotels are exclusive to us & all are guaranteed to impress.
Tuscan wine tasting & antipasti
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Contiki’s exclusive Château & On-site Team
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Only Contiki
Get even more value with our “Only Contiki” special inclusions, like a locally guided city bike tour in the Dutch countryside, a night cruise and dinner in Budapest, an extra special sightseeing trip in Rome and plenty more. Check the “Only Contiki” section on the tour pages to see the included experiences.
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Free time to explore
Contiki
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More time to explore. No journey is complete without time to relax and find your own path. That’s why we give you heaps of free time to head out, discover and create your own adventure. Relax, learn, explore more deeply or just hang out - it’s your choice. Plus, we also give you plenty of inspirational ideas with our optional activities. See p.8-9 for more.
We’re here for you. From your Tour Manager & Driver, to our customer service teams and locally-based On-site Teams, everyone at Contiki has one single focus - to make your trip the experience of a lifetime. See p.10-11 for more.
Local know-how. Wherever you travel you want to get the local experience - whether it’s finding an authentic Greek taverna for lunch in Athens, or having a blast with the locals after dark in Prague. Our team are all passionate travellers who live and breathe Europe and can’t wait to show you the insider’s view of the places you visit.
More authentic thentic local meals included
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Biking, Switzerland Whitewater rafting, Voss, Norway
Take it easy, Rome Enjoy authentic local cuisine, Florence
Explore more Make the most of your free time... No journey is complete without some time to explore, relax & go your own way.
Please note: Explore More optional activities are not included in the price of your tour. They are run by 3rd party operators & on occasions, for some 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 & be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding & therefore involve some risk.
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On our trips, the only things that are fixed are your destinations. Want to venture out on your own amongst the locals, or hang with new friends? Want to do something active or just plain chill out? It’s up to you.
Hit the shops, Barcelona Gondola ride, Venice
All of our trips are planned to ensure there’s heaps of free time, giving you the freedom to travel the way you want. Free time means time to head off & do your own thing, like hunting down some local music or finding the latest fashion. Grab your camera & frame up some great shots, or spend some time poolside, at the beach, shopping, hiking, biking or taking to the streets. Free time is about doing what you’re into, taking time to enjoy the experience of new places & new cultures. But we take it further. On each tour, for an additional cost we’ve hand-picked a load of
inspiring Explore More options, unique to the places you visit. Some will get your blood pumping, like paragliding in the Tyrol, bobsledding in Lillehammer & whitewater rafting in Austria. Others will give you a rich cultural experience, like wine tasting in the Rhine Valley, flamenco dancing in Barcelona or relaxing at a Turkish bathhouse. You’ll get great prices & we can organise it all too.
Moulin Rouge, Paris Island cruise, Croatia
Look out for the Explore More symbol on the tour pages & don’t forget your sense of adventure.
Bungy jumping / Classical concert in Vienna / Rhine Valley ey wine tasting / Caique boat cruise in Corfu / Istanbul meze e & belly dancing / Croatian island cruise & swim / Paris cabaret / Parasailing & waterskiing / Lillehammer bobsled d/ Spanish flamenco / Guided tour of Rome & many more...
visit contiki.com/exploremore
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Meet the team The Contiki Difference
Steven
Kirsty
Nothing beats having a travel mate who knows the real Europe like the back of their hand, a friend who is solely focused on making your trip an epic journey. With Contiki you have over 400 Tour Managers, Drivers, On-site Teams & On-road Cooks like this across Europe - they’re passionate travellers with only one thing on their mind. You. Europe Our Tour Manager & Driver teams are like on-road guidebooks. They’ll fast-track you to the must-see sights & open doors to authentic experiences that only locals could know about. And they’re always happy to help. They’re professionals who make your trip hassle free. We pick the best of the bunch & send them on a comprehensive training trip (the best in the industry). This
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means you can sit back & relax, knowing that choosing to go Contiki means everything from finding your hotel, to knowing the best local bars, negotiating border crossings & every other important detail of your trip will be taken care of. At our Contiki-only Special Stopovers & Contiki Villages, our resident On-site Teams roll out the red carpet so you get the VIP treatment. There are nearly 100 of them, and because they live in Europe they can give you the local lowdown. They’ll not only make sure you have a great
time, but because they’re exclusive to Contiki you won’t get treated like just another one of the crowd. On top of this, in many locations we use expert local guides to give an insider’s unique perspective of the places we travel.
Our team have put together a guide to some of the coolest stuff to see & do in 4 of Europe’s hottest cities, see p.56-57.
Having a team as big, knowledgeable & well trained as ours means one thing - you just need to focus on experiencing the absolute best that Europe has to offer.
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Getting Around Travelling with us is about mixing it up & seeing Europe from all angles, from relaxing on our comfy coaches, to included plane, train, ferry & boat rides. Travelling on our environmentally friendly coaches (see p.24) is more of a social event than just a way to get around. You’re never short of mates to hang out with, so chat, recline, pop in your iPod & chill. They’re all state of the art, with air-con, toilets & killer sound systems as standard, & if you’re not checking out the views, on many of them there are films to keep you entertained. Most have got power points to charge your phone, camera, iPad or iPod on board too. But what’s best is that our coaches are hassle free. From the moment you jump on board, to the moment we drop you at your door & unload your bags, we make getting around Europe easy.
Onboard
POWER POINTS to keep you charged
PROFILES
Meet Kate, Shona, Pat (Tour Manager), Alice, Sally & Baxter the dog at Contiki’s French Château. They’re part of our expert On-site Teams throughout Europe.
> CINDY, Tour Manager, lives in Saint Sultice, France I will…get you into the real Europe. It’s my backyard & I’ll show you all the things I love. We know…the authentic places outside the tourist trail. Taste…Tapas in Spain, in particular clam, jellyfish & squid with apple! Travel is…about new experiences & being open to anything.
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> NUNO, Driver, lives in Braga, Portugal Don’t miss…Austria’s activities like paragliding, bike riding & getting back to nature. I love…being able to show you my Europe. Don’t forget… me once you leave your tour! You’ll love Europe…because each new culture is like a new lesson on life.
> BAXTER, resident pooch, Château de Cruix, France I love…the girls that visit the Château & rub my tummy *woof!* I eat…anything I can find. I’ll… lick you to death but won’t fetch your slippers. > PATRICK , Tour Manager, from Melbourne, Australia I love my job...because I’m a traveller who is lucky enough to share my knowledge with people so they can be as passionate as I am. Don’t forget…to come with the attitude of an adventurer! Listen…to me play the guitar on tour. I can’t really play, but I’m trying & it makes people laugh.
Get in touch with fellow travellers:
> BRIDGET, Tour Manager, from Wellington, New Zealand I love…seeing people’s faces when they see the Eiffel Tower for the first time. Believe…that travel & Europe will leave an impact on your life, as well as the people you meet on your tour. I am…a vegetarian, but not in Germany or Austria. facebook.com/contiki twitter.com/contikiuk
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Some of the best experiences you can have on the road are not just about the places you visit, but the people you share them with. Contiki began as a bunch of friends discovering Europe together. Sharing the good times with like-minded young travellers is still at the heart of everything we do today. Our trips bring together people just like you from all
around the globe. So whether you’re an experienced traveller or a first time explorer, travelling solo, as a couple or group, you’ll come home with great memories shared with new friends.
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We’d love to hear from you... @tlw88 via twitter for iPhone “The French Riviera was awesome, the food was amazing everywhere & Rhine Valley was so beautiful.”
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Alarna G. facebook. com/contiki “Really didn’t want to leave....made awesome friends and spent way too much money shopping!! Lol.”
Bridgette A. facebook.com/ contiki. “I did it all on my own it was the best time of my life, the fellow people on my tour ended up feelin like family :) ♥ contiki.”
Sarah K. facebook.com/ contiki
@jeshy134 via twitter for iPhone
“I just got home from Contiki Road to Athens anyone thinking about going just DO it! It’s the most fun u will ever have.”
“I look at my own Contiki Europe pics & I’m jealous of past me!”
@buzylizie via Web “Each trip expands your outlook on life, yourself & others :) opens u 2 new experiences.”
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A journey is best measured in friends, rather than miles
Going solo?
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First big trip?
More than half our travellers go it alone, which means you are guaranteed to link up with other young (18-35 is all we do), adventurous & like-minded travel mates. We don’t charge single supplements for solo travellers - we’ll match you up with a same sex room-mate. For a little extra you can always opt for the privacy of ‘A room to myself’ (see p.80) on Time Out tours or ‘A tent to myself’ (see p.26) on Camping tours.
Your first European trip can be a bit daunting, even if you’ve travelled a lot before. So from the moment you decide to go, we’re here to help. Give us a call, drop us an email, get online or find us on Facebook & Twitter. We’ll answer your questions & give you lots of essential travel tips. Need advice on what to pack? Ideas for what to do with your free time? Just ask! You’ll also receive an exclusive Contiki-only Travellers Guide filled with essential pre-trip info, tips on the destinations you’re headed to, currency information, ideas for your free time plus lots more.
The Contiki Basement London is such a buzzing city it is hard to know where to begin. Don’t worry, our exclusive team at the Contiki Basement are at the ready to help make starting out in London easy.
If you’re looking for inspiration you can pick their brains on anything from gigs & shows to shopping, art or something more quirky – just ask. They can even help you sort sightseeing tours & theatre tickets. As well as being located at the Royal National Hotel, our main London hotel & the departure point for all tours starting in London, the Basement’s where your “Kick-Start” meeting is held. You can also use the Basement for everything from storing your bags & checking your emails (we’ve got FREE WiFi), to hanging out & showing off to your buddies on Facebook with our free video booth.
London Calling > If your tour starts or ends in London, there’s so much to see & do. So, it makes sense to stay & check it out, especially as the city gears up for the 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games. We make it easy with great rates at the Royal National & Imperial Hotels, smack bang in the centre of London. You won’t get more central & they’re near ultra cool East London, Soho & the West End. Or choose a complete package for discovering London with our 3 or 5 day London Explorer packages. Both include accommodation, sightseeing tours, tickets to famous West End shows plus breakfasts & access to Contiki’s Basement team. For full details & how to book see p.153.
Hashtag your tweets. We read everything. #Contiki
Our team are here to answer your questions, give advice & share all things Contiki. twitter.com/contikiuk
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European cuisine, as you learn how to make authentic Italian pizza from our chefs in Rome & meet some local characters at some of our favourite European restaurants.
On our Time Out In-Depth Regional tours we’ve hand-picked some of our favourite local places to eat for each & every included dinner. Think quaint tavernas in Greece, rustic trattorias in Italy & cute little bistros in France, where you’ll sample local specialities & meet the colourful local characters.
Plus, on many of our optional nights out there’s even more to tempt, from an Italian feast with Chianti wine in the rolling Tuscan hills, to delicious meze in Istanbul, or a Spanish banquet & flamenco dancing in Barcelona.
On most of our Time Out tours you’ll get a deeper understanding of
On our Camping & Concept trips, our expert On-road Cooks & On-site Teams make sure you’re filled with delicious home-cooked food, sourced fresh from local markets. You’ll get a taste of the places you visit, with our teams dishing up unique regional specialities.
We’re pretty good at catering to special dietary requirements too - just let us know when you book & we’ll do our best to accommodate.
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We include breakfast every day & many evening meals, but we don’t include every meal (especially lunches) for a reason. There’s a world of tastes to explore in every destination, and with our team on hand to point you in the direction of the best local eateries, we keep things flexible so you can branch out and make your own discoveries. On top of this, we add some extra special experiences.
Appétit
Exploring new cultures through food is one of the best things about travel, and we’re passionate about serving up the most authentic culinary experiences. From freshly caught seafood in Greece, pasta & pizza in Italy to rich French flavours & delicious tapas and paella in Spain. Wherever you choose to travel, we’ll open doors to some of the best local restaurants.
Pizza making demonstration in Rome
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Eugenio’s traditional Carbonara alla Frisio If you travel on a Contiki tour through Rome, you might be treated at Eugenio’s restaurant, Scoglio di Frisio. “I chose this recipe as it is easy to do at home & it has its own history: at the end of World War II, a lot of people came to Rome from Abruzzo to work. Many of them worked in coal (carbone) mines & that’s why the recipe takes the name Carbonara.”
You’ll need… 180g pasta (Bucatini or Rigatoni) 1 egg 2 teaspoons of Parmigiano cheese 1 teaspoon of black pepper 20g of pork underbelly or bacon 1 spoon of olive oil 20g salt 1 litre of water (for the pasta) A drop of white wine
Authentic local food
Then…
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Put egg, parmigiano cheese & pepper into a bowl & mix until it becomes smooth, then place in the fridge.
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Put 1 litre of water & the salt into a pot, with a drop of olive oil. When the water starts to boil, place in the pasta until it’s soft & cooked. Place the pasta in the frying pan, with the bacon & the egg mix. Put the frying pan back on the heat & mix pasta with the sauce. Pay attention to eggs: they don’t have to be cooked!
We love it local & here are a few of our favourite spots you’ll visit on our tours… > Barcelona Monchos is the place for tapas & sangria in Spain. Spanish Spree & Mediterranean Highlights tours.
> Rome Taste traditional Italian food in an authentic rustic atmosphere at Scoglio di Frisio. Best of Europe & Mediterranean Highlights tours.
> Prague Indulge Czech style at Restaurant Plzenska. Best of Europe, Eastern Road & Berlin to Budapest tours.
> Budapest Feast on traditional Hungarian cuisine on our Danube River Cruise. Berlin to Budapest tour.
> Krakow Try authentic Polish cuisine at Ariel Restaurant. Eastern Road tour.
> Florence
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Try Florentine food at its best at Gatto e la Volpe. Simply Italy tour.
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Experience the traditional British pub vibes at the Lowther Pub. Great Britain & Ireland.
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When in Rome... We’ve got Rome covered. With our exclusive “Special Access Rome sightseeing” tour, we’ll take you places others can only point out on a map. You’ll uncover relics from the past of the former capital of the Roman Empire, like the Colosseum & Palatine Hill. You’ll see St. Peter’s Basilica & Vatican City, the world famous Roman Pantheon, Trevi Fountain & Spanish Steps.
Only Contiki
Contiki’s exclusive Special Stopovers
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Our exclusive Contiki On-site Teams
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There’s so much to see and do in Europe. We make sure you experience everything, from the blockbuster sights to authentic local experiences - but we also make sure that you get the best bang for your buck. With Contiki you get more included as part of your tour than going any other way. Iconic sights, all included:
Amazing accommodation:
From the must-sees, like the Colosseum & the Berlin Wall, to the less obvious (but just as amazing) stuff we make sure you see & experience all the best that Europe has to offer. We cover a bunch of entry fees too, plus we’ll save you time, like queue skipping at the Eiffel Tower & the Vatican.
Whichever way you choose to travel, we hook you up with some special places to stay. We’ve got comfortable cabins at our Contiki Villages, exclusive experiences at our Special Stopovers & spectacular stays at our amazing Feature Hotels, all included for you.
Discover the real Europe:
From our On-road Crew & exclusive On-site Teams, to our exceptional customer service teams - from the moment you decide to book until your last day of tour, it’s all about you.
Learn more with included cycling tours, orientation talks at every stop, plus locally guided special access walking tours. Our team will also take you inside the real Europe like only a local can, with authentic experiences like tasting escargot in a local Parisian café or wine tasting in a Beaujolais cuvage.
Exclusive experiences: Go exploring by bike
Loads of what we offer you can’t get anywhere else. From our “Special Access Rome” sightseeing tour, to our “Paris by Night” tour & exclusive designer outlet shopping across Europe. Check out the “Only Contiki” highlights on every tour page.
The best team:
Authentic food: Discover the best local cuisine. We include more special meals & some exclusive culinary experiences - learn to make pizza in Rome, dine with the locals in Nice & nibble on tapas in Barcelona.
Better value: This all adds up to better value for you. Plus there’s no extra cost if you’re travelling solo & we’ve got great ways to save even more. See p.19 for more.
Paris je t’aime... Get acquainted with Paris’ famous sights as you explore the city on our exclusive “Paris by Night” sightseeing tour. Burn around the Arc de Triomphe & people watch the chic Parisians down the famous Champs-Élysées. You’ll wonder at the stunning architecture of the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre & of course the unmissable Eiffel Tower.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Included highlights are shown on each tour page
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Definite departures Over 500 definite departures, with more added every week. Check your tour on contiki.com & look out for the definite departure symbol on the availability calendar.
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Great value Compare Contiki in a day Compare Contiki to travelling on your own & you’ll be surprised. As well as saving you money (see the table below) we give you more by looking after all the details & making your trip hassle free - things you don’t get when you go it alone. All your accommodation & transport looked after (including door to door service), loads of included sightseeing & some amazing local food. Most importantly, you get 24/7 access to our knowledgeable On-road Team - all their local insight will make sure you get the most out of all the places you visit. Breakfast
Day Travel Pass
Sightseeing
Transport (2nd class 25yrs or under based on the global pass valid in 22 countries for 1 month)
Dinner (2 courses & a glass of wine, beer or soft drink)
Accommodation 1 night (avg. price of budget hotel)
Total cost when travelling on your own converted to £
Rome, Italy
Prague, Czech Rep
Athens, Greece
€9.00
125 Kč
€8.00
Café latte, orange juice and pastry at Bar Brasile
Bagel & coffee at Bohemia Bagel
Café latte, orange juice and pastry at Gregory’s
€4.00
110 Kč
€3.00
Day Metro pass
Day travel pass
Day Metro pass
€61.00
845 Kč
€36.00
City walking tour (€30) & Rome Bus Tour (€31)
Walking sightseeing tour
City sightseeing & guided Acropolis tour
€20.32
€20.32
€20.32
€30.00
514 Kč
€31.00
At Scoglio di Frisio
At Plzenska Restaurant Old Town
At The Hani, Plaka
€60.00
1835 Kč
€69.00
At Regent Hotel Rome
At Ibis Old Town Hotel
At Hotel President
£162/day
£141/day
£147/day
How much is your time worth? Travelling on your own can be stressful. How do I get there? Where should I stay? What stuff do I need to see & how do I get tickets? There’s so much to sort, & it can take up loads of your precious time. Leave the hard bits to us - we get you there, sort your accommodation, show you the main sites (& the hidden gems too) & share advice on the best things to see & do. And in today’s world, having certainty over your costs is another plus.
You can’t do all that we do for cheaper, see for yourself Camping from Concept from
£62/day £82/day
£84/day Time Out In-Depth Regional from £76/day Time Out Multi-Country from
* Prices & exchange rates validated at 25th July, 2011 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice. Sightseeing cost comparison is based on similar activities of what’s included in a Contiki tour price. Contiki pricing based on 21 Day The Expedition p.30-31, 22 Day European Experience p.52-53, 21 Day European Vista (Winter) p.100 & 14 Day Spanish Spree (Winter) p.126. Food fund is included in the Camping & Concept tour comparisons above.
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Book early & save up to £215* if you book & pay 12 months before you leave, or save up to £199* if you book & pay 6 months before you leave. See tour pages to find out your pay early discount. * Pay Early Savings of £215 & £199 based on 24 Day Winter Wanderer p.148-149 & 33 Day European Explorer p.104-107 respectively.
Book with Mates We believe in the principle of the more the merrier. So the more friends you can round up, the more you will save.
4 or more Everyone saves 5% 7 or more Everyone saves 7.5% 10 or more Everyone saves 10%, or invite an 11th for free!
Travelling Again? If you’ve travelled with us before, we’d like to welcome you back with a 5% discount. Plus, we can hook you up with discounts with our sister companies as well. See p.160 for more.
2 or More Book 2 or more Contiki tours (of 7 days or more from any of our destinations) at the same time to save £60 for each additional tour you book. So continue your holiday with another tour in Europe or consider North America, Asia, New Zealand, Australia or South America.
Triple Share Book a triple share room & we’ll give you 5% off (available on many of our Time Out hotel tours).
The facts: All these discounts apply to the land tour price (ie: not international flights to and from Europe that start or end your tour). You can combine group discounts, multi tour discounts & early payment discounts on tours of 7 days or longer.
Europe’s still hot when the temperature drops Contiki explores Europe year round, including winter. Think snow, sights & slopes! There are 24 winter tours to choose from as well as our popular ski Austria packages. Our great-value winter trips are all Time Out hotel tours staying in 3
star accommodation covering both Multi-Country & In-Depth regional programs. For more winter tour options & info – see p.145-147. Or check out our trips that run year round, marked with the symbol above on p.21.
Our top 5 saving tips 1
Go Vintage. Buy your next outfit at your local charity shop.
2
Ride a bike to work. Save money on transport costs (plus you’ll get fit too!)
3
Cut the credit. Stick a picture of your next holiday spot on your credit card. When you go to use it next, you’ll think twice.
4
Got skills? Why not take it to the streets & try busking.
5
Go back to basics. Save money on fruit & veg & grow your own. Got your own tip on how to save? Tell us about it at facebook.com/contiki
Only Contiki
The original since ‘62 Because we’ve been doing what we do longer than anyone else, no one knows Europe like us. We live & breathe it & our experience means that you get the most amazing, authentic, life changing experiences for 18-35’s.
Travel your way Our diverse range of trips means we have a tour with your name on it. Whether you’re looking for a long trip or quick get-away, if you’re a first timer or a seasoned traveller, going solo or with a group, you will find your perfect trip with Contiki.
More free time We build in loads of free time so you can explore on your own if you want. Free time means time to head off & get local. We’ve also organised a whole load of amazing optional activities for you to try if you’d like. It’s your choice. Our Tour Managers take care of all the details (not you), so you’ll get the most out of your trip.
Unbeatable value More sights, more activities, more free time, more definite departures & more amazing accommodation, plus a host of exclusive experiences that you only get with Contiki. The bottom line? Go Contiki - you’ll get more than going any other way.
Extraordinary service When it comes to crew, we lead. Our team are the biggest, the best trained & the most committed to delivering amazing experiences, tailored especially for 18-35’s. And only Contiki has nearly 100 locally-based team members to look after you at our exclusive locations around Europe.
Amazing accommodation Only Contiki includes the widest range of amazing overnight stays. Our exclusive Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers, with their dedicated Contiki Teams, are genuinely unique. We’ve now got more Feature Hotels than ever before & each offers an authentic local experience.
Incredible food Nobody does food like Contiki. Wherever you travel you can expect the best of regional European cuisine. Each included meal on our Time Out In-Depth Regional tours is at one of our favourite local restaurants. Our Concept tours are packed with feature meals & you get loads of market-fresh home cooking on our Camping trips. Get your taste buds ready.
Legendary for a reason What does all this add up to? The most amazing travel experience, tailored specifically for you.
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Scan to view our latest deals... Find out more at contiki.com/barcodes
with Contiki We know how important your hard earned money is to you, so we have plenty of deals to help your money go further. Pay Early
£
SAV E
Book early & save up to £215* if you book & pay 12 months before you leave, or save up to £199* if you book & pay 6 months before you leave. See tour pages to find out your pay early discount. * Pay Early Savings of £215 & £199 based on 24 Day Winter Wanderer p.148-149 & 33 Day European Explorer p.104-107 respectively.
Book with Mates We believe in the principle of the more the merrier. So the more friends you can round up, the more you will save.
4 or more Everyone saves 5% 7 or more Everyone saves 7.5% 10 or more Everyone saves 10%, or invite an 11th for free!
Travelling Again? If you’ve travelled with us before, we’d like to welcome you back with a 5% discount. Plus, we can hook you up with discounts with our sister companies as well. See p.160 for more.
2 or More Book 2 or more Contiki tours (of 7 days or more from any of our destinations) at the same time to save £60 for each additional tour you book. So continue your holiday with another tour in Europe or consider North America, Asia, New Zealand, Australia or South America.
Triple Share Book a triple share room & we’ll give you 5% off (available on many of our Time Out hotel tours).
The facts: All these discounts apply to the land tour price (ie: not international flights to and from Europe that start or end your tour). You can combine group discounts, multi tour discounts & early payment discounts on tours of 7 days or longer.
Europe’s still hot when the temperature drops Contiki explores Europe year round, including winter. Think snow, sights & slopes! There are 24 winter tours to choose from as well as our popular ski Austria packages. Our great-value winter trips are all Time Out hotel tours staying in 3
star accommodation covering both Multi-Country & In-Depth regional programs. For more winter tour options & info – see p.145-147. Or check out our trips that run year round, marked with the symbol above on p.21.
Our top 5 saving tips 1
Go Vintage. Buy your next outfit at your local charity shop.
2
Ride a bike to work. Save money on transport costs (plus you’ll get fit too!)
3
Cut the credit. Stick a picture of your next holiday spot on your credit card. When you go to use it next, you’ll think twice.
4
Got skills? Why not take it to the streets & try busking.
5
Go back to basics. Save money on fruit & veg & grow your own. Got your own tip on how to save? Tell us about it at facebook.com/contiki
Only Contiki
The original since ‘62 Because we’ve been doing what we do longer than anyone else, no one knows Europe like us. We live & breathe it & our experience means that you get the most amazing, authentic, life changing experiences for 18-35’s.
Travel your way Our diverse range of trips means we have a tour with your name on it. Whether you’re looking for a long trip or quick get-away, if you’re a first timer or a seasoned traveller, going solo or with a group, you will find your perfect trip with Contiki.
More free time We build in loads of free time so you can explore on your own if you want. Free time means time to head off & get local. We’ve also organised a whole load of amazing optional activities for you to try if you’d like. It’s your choice. Our Tour Managers take care of all the details (not you), so you’ll get the most out of your trip.
Unbeatable value More sights, more activities, more free time, more definite departures & more amazing accommodation, plus a host of exclusive experiences that you only get with Contiki. The bottom line? Go Contiki - you’ll get more than going any other way.
Extraordinary service When it comes to crew, we lead. Our team are the biggest, the best trained & the most committed to delivering amazing experiences, tailored especially for 18-35’s. And only Contiki has nearly 100 locally-based team members to look after you at our exclusive locations around Europe.
Amazing accommodation Only Contiki includes the widest range of amazing overnight stays. Our exclusive Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers, with their dedicated Contiki Teams, are genuinely unique. We’ve now got more Feature Hotels than ever before & each offers an authentic local experience.
Incredible food Nobody does food like Contiki. Wherever you travel you can expect the best of regional European cuisine. Each included meal on our Time Out In-Depth Regional tours is at one of our favourite local restaurants. Our Concept tours are packed with feature meals & you get loads of market-fresh home cooking on our Camping trips. Get your taste buds ready.
Legendary for a reason What does all this add up to? The most amazing travel experience, tailored specifically for you.
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KEY:
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These tours also operate in winter. See p.145-147 for more. Easy Pace tours. See p.22 for more.
Camping
Concept
Time Out
Time Out
Winter
Multi-Country
Multi-Country
Multi-Country
In-Depth Regional
Touring & Ski Austria
From £62/day
From £82/day
From £84/day
From £76/day
From £49/day
DISCOVER Page CAMPING TOURS .................................. 26-27
DISCOVER Page CONCEPT TOURS.................................... 40-41
DISCOVER Page TIME OUT TOURS .............. 78-79
LONDON & PARIS Days From Page 7 / 9 .........................£659.............. 114-115
DISCOVER Page WINTER TOURS.................... 145-147
THE LITTLE HOPPER Days From Page 10...............................£649................................. 28
ABOUT CONCEPT Page ACCOMMODATION ............................ 42-43
ABOUT TIME OUT Page ACCOMMODATION ......... 80-81
EUROPEAN HORIZON Days From Page 10...............................£815................................. 44-45
EUROPEAN MAGIC Days From Page 9 ..................................£815.............. 82-83
EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS Days From Page 14...............................£1159 ............................. 46-47
AMSTERDAM to BARCELONA Days From Page 11...............................£1285 .......... 84-85
EUROPEAN WHIRL Days From Page 18...............................£1465 ............................. 48-49
EUROPEAN DISCOVERY Days From Page 12...............................£1079 .......... 86-87
EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE Days From Page 20...............................£1625 ............................. 50-51
BEST OF EUROPE Days From Page 10 / 13 ..................£1415 .......... 88-89
EUROPEAN SPIRIT Days From Page 22...............................£1755 ............................. 52-53
EUROPEAN ENCOUNTER Days From Page 16...............................£1349 .......... 90-91
EUROPEAN ESCAPADE Days From Page 25...............................£2055 ............................. 54-55
ROAD TO ATHENS / ROAD TO ROME Days From Page 17 / 13 ..................£1349 .......... 92
EUROPEAN CONTRASTS Days From Page 29...............................£2445 ............................. 58-59
ROAD TO ATHENS plus CRUISES Days From Page 21 / 25 ..................£2365 .......... 92-93
EUROPEAN ADVENTURER Days From Page 37...............................£3199 ............................. 60-62
EUROPEAN IMPRESSIONS Days From Page 18...............................£1899 .......... 96-97
LONDON TO ATHENS Days From Page 21.........................£1895 ........................63-64
EUROPEAN INSPIRATION Days From Page 19...............................£1599 .......... 98-99
LONDON TO ATHENS + GREEK ISLAND HOPPING Days From Page 33...............................£2849 ............................. 65
EUROPEAN VISTA Days From Page 21...............................£1745 .......... 100-101
THE ESCAPE Days From Page 12...............................£755................................. 29 THE EXPEDITION Days From Page 21...............................£1289 ............................. 30-31 THE SOUTHERN TRAIL Days From Page 21...............................£1349 ............................. 32 THE NORTHERN TREK Days From Page 26...............................£1649 ............................. 33 THE EASY RIDER Days From Page 32...............................£2059 ............................. 36-37 THE BIG CHILL Days From Page 46...............................£2835 ............................. 38-39
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LONDON TO ROME Days From Page 16...............................£1455 ............................. 65 ULTIMATE EUROPEAN + GREEK ISLAND HOPPING Days From Page 45...............................£3959 ............................. 66-69 ULTIMATE EUROPEAN + EGYPT OPTION Days From Page 45...............................£4085 ............................. 69 GREEK ISLAND ADVENTURER Days From Page 9 ..................................£789............................. 70-71 SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA Days From Page 26...............................£2715 ......................... 72-73 SCANDINAVIA Days From Page 14 / 16 ..................£1535 ......................... 74-75 RUSSIA Days From Page 12 / 14 ..................£1259 ......................... 76-77
EUROPEAN PANORAMA Days From Page 28...............................£2999 .......... 102-103 EUROPEAN EXPLORER Days From Page 33...............................£3825 .......... 104-107
Time Out In-Depth Regional DISCOVER Page IN-DEPTH TOURS ............... 108-109 IRELAND Days From Page 8 ..................................£785.............. 110 SCOTLAND & IRELAND Days From Page 13...............................£1339 .......... 110 ENGLAND & SCOTLAND Days From Page 8 / 9 .........................£689.............. 111
LONDON, PARIS & AMSTERDAM Days From Page 9 ..................................£909.....................115 LONDON, PARIS & ROME Days From Page 10...............................£1039 .......... 115 SIMPLY ITALY Days From Page 12...................................£1029............116-117 ITALIAN ESPRESSO Days From Page 8 ..................................£729.............. 118-119 MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL Days From Page 11...............................£1195 .......... 120-121 MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL plus GREEK ISLAND CRUISES Days From Page 14 / 18 ..................£1569 .......... 121 MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS Days From Page 13...............................£1049 .......... 122-123
WINTER WANDERER Days From Page 24...............................£2055 .......... 148-149 SKI AUSTRIA Days From Page 7 / 15......................£389.............. 150-151
More ways to travel DISCOVER MORE Page WAYS TO TRAVEL.............................................152 LONDON EXPLORER Days From Page 3 / 5 .........................£159............................................153 PARIS AT CHRISTMAS Days From Page 4 ..................................£355............................................154 AMSTERDAM AT CHRISTMAS Days From Page 4 ..................................£315............................................154
SPANISH SPREE Days From Page 14...............................£1055 .......... 126-127
ST PATRICK’S DAY IN DUBLIN Days From Page 4 ..................................£229............................................154
EGYPT & THE NILE Days From Page 8 ..................................£665.............. 128-129
PARIS AT NEW YEAR Days From Page 4 ..................................£355............................................155
TURKEY & GREEK ISLAND ODYSSEY Days From Page 10...............................£1139 .......... 130
AMSTERDAM AT NEW YEAR Days From Page 4 ..................................£315............................................155
BERLIN, PRAGUE & VIENNA Days From Page 9 ..................................£749.............. 131
HOGMANAY IN EDINBURGH Days From Page 4 ..................................£305............................................155
BERLIN TO BUDAPEST Days From Page 11...............................£859.............. 132
ANZAC CLASSIC / ODYSSEY Days From Page 4 / 5 .........................£295............................................156
BERLIN & PRAGUE Days From Page 7 ..................................£589.............. 133
MUNICH OKTOBERFEST Days From Page 4-7.............................£185............................................157
VIENNA & BUDAPEST Days From Page 5 ..................................£475.............. 133
PAMPLONA RUNNING OF THE BULLS Days From Page 4-7.............................£199............................................158
EASTERN ROAD Days From Page 13...............................£1279 .......... 134-135 CROATIAN ISLAND CRUISING Days From Page 8 ..................................£625.............. 136-137 GREEK ISLAND HOPPING Days From Page 13...............................£1289 .......... 138-139 SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE + CRUISING Days From Page 4 / 8 / 12 .............£509.............. 140-141
SCOTLAND Days From Page 6 ..................................£635.............. 111
AEGEAN CLASSIC & GOLDEN FLEECE CRUISES Days From Page 6 / 9 .........................£679.............. 142-143
GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND Days From Page 16...............................£1535 .......... 112-113
MYKONOS & ISLAND CRUISING Days From Page 8 ..................................£949.............. 144
PAMPLONA + BILBAO BBK LIVE Days From Page 6 / 8 .........................£375............................................159
We understand what you want from your trip. Choose from our 6 great ways to travel.
Time Out is all about hotel accommodation & keeping it comfy, no matter what the season. With twin-share hotels near the sights, you’ll get all the comforts of home - many have en suites, TVs & WiFi. We’ve got 2 ways to travel Time Out – our Multi-Country tours & In-Depth Regional tours.
Time Out Multi-Country Our Multi-Country tours are a great way to see a lot of Europe, with hotel accommodation every night. Our hand-picked Feature Hotels offer an extra special spot of glam. Think a Château in France, a Roman Villa, amazing hotels in the Swiss Alps or a Greek Island beach resort for the ultimate summer experience.
AMSTERDAM IN EASTER Days From Page 4 ..................................£235............................................159 EDINBURGH FESTIVAL & MILITARY TATTOO Days From Page 4 ..................................£299............................................159 ROYAL ASCOT Days From Page 1 ..................................£89 ...............................................159
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Easy Pace With minimum 2 & 3 night stays, often later starts in the morning, and even more local meals, our Easy Pace tours offer a more relaxed way to see Europe. Plus, you still get all the great authentic experiences that let you get under the skin of the places you visit. Look out for the symbol above on the Time Out Multi-Country and Time Out In-Depth Regional tour pages.
Time Out In-Depth Regional Our In-Depth Regional tours are all about having that little extra time to explore a specific region. With more 2 & 3 night stops, you can explore & go off the beaten tourist track even more. Authentic, local food is an important part of In-Depth Regional tours every included dinner is in one of our favourite local restaurants, so you can try some authentic cuisine, meet some locals & really indulge in the flavours of Europe. Think tapas in Barcelona, traditional French cuisine in Nice & a Greek feast in Athens. And what’s best is that many of our tours operate in winter too. Look for the symbol in the index for our year-round tours.
Stay in our own 16th century Château, Austrian Gasthof or Swiss Chalet one night, then mix it up with hostels, cabins and bonus hotel upgrades the next. Concept gives you a taste of all the ways to sleep easy in Europe, and our exclusive, Contiki-only Special Stopovers are an event in themselves - you’ll be in the expert hands of our resident teams, who are there just for you. Check out why our Special Stopovers are called just that… Head to Google Images & search for: • Château de Cruix • Gasthof Schöneck • Contiki Chalet Lauterbrunnen • Corfu Village Hotel ... to see what everyone’s talking about…
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Discover your ideal trip...
KEY:
Château de Fontager
These tours also operate in winter. See p.145-147 for more. Easy Pace tours. See p.22 for more.
Camping
Concept
Time Out
Time Out
Winter
Multi-Country
Multi-Country
Multi-Country
In-Depth Regional
Touring & Ski Austria
From £62/day
From £82/day
From £84/day
From £76/day
From £49/day
DISCOVER Page CAMPING TOURS .................................. 26-27
DISCOVER Page CONCEPT TOURS.................................... 40-41
DISCOVER Page TIME OUT TOURS .............. 78-79
LONDON & PARIS Days From Page 7 / 9 .........................£659.............. 114-115
DISCOVER Page WINTER TOURS.................... 145-147
THE LITTLE HOPPER Days From Page 10...............................£649................................. 28
ABOUT CONCEPT Page ACCOMMODATION ............................ 42-43
ABOUT TIME OUT Page ACCOMMODATION ......... 80-81
EUROPEAN HORIZON Days From Page 10...............................£815................................. 44-45
EUROPEAN MAGIC Days From Page 9 ..................................£815.............. 82-83
EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS Days From Page 14...............................£1159 ............................. 46-47
AMSTERDAM to BARCELONA Days From Page 11...............................£1285 .......... 84-85
EUROPEAN WHIRL Days From Page 18...............................£1465 ............................. 48-49
EUROPEAN DISCOVERY Days From Page 12...............................£1079 .......... 86-87
EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE Days From Page 20...............................£1625 ............................. 50-51
BEST OF EUROPE Days From Page 10 / 13 ..................£1415 .......... 88-89
EUROPEAN SPIRIT Days From Page 22...............................£1755 ............................. 52-53
EUROPEAN ENCOUNTER Days From Page 16...............................£1349 .......... 90-91
EUROPEAN ESCAPADE Days From Page 25...............................£2055 ............................. 54-55
ROAD TO ATHENS / ROAD TO ROME Days From Page 17 / 13 ..................£1349 .......... 92
EUROPEAN CONTRASTS Days From Page 29...............................£2445 ............................. 58-59
ROAD TO ATHENS plus CRUISES Days From Page 21 / 25 ..................£2365 .......... 92-93
EUROPEAN ADVENTURER Days From Page 37...............................£3199 ............................. 60-62
EUROPEAN IMPRESSIONS Days From Page 18...............................£1899 .......... 96-97
LONDON TO ATHENS Days From Page 21.........................£1895 ........................63-64
EUROPEAN INSPIRATION Days From Page 19...............................£1599 .......... 98-99
LONDON TO ATHENS + GREEK ISLAND HOPPING Days From Page 33...............................£2849 ............................. 65
EUROPEAN VISTA Days From Page 21...............................£1745 .......... 100-101
THE ESCAPE Days From Page 12...............................£755................................. 29 THE EXPEDITION Days From Page 21...............................£1289 ............................. 30-31 THE SOUTHERN TRAIL Days From Page 21...............................£1349 ............................. 32 THE NORTHERN TREK Days From Page 26...............................£1649 ............................. 33 THE EASY RIDER Days From Page 32...............................£2059 ............................. 36-37 THE BIG CHILL Days From Page 46...............................£2835 ............................. 38-39
Index 21-22 GF Contents Tour Styles_UK.indd 1
LONDON TO ROME Days From Page 16...............................£1455 ............................. 65 ULTIMATE EUROPEAN + GREEK ISLAND HOPPING Days From Page 45...............................£3959 ............................. 66-69 ULTIMATE EUROPEAN + EGYPT OPTION Days From Page 45...............................£4085 ............................. 69 GREEK ISLAND ADVENTURER Days From Page 9 ..................................£789............................. 70-71 SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA Days From Page 26...............................£2715 ......................... 72-73 SCANDINAVIA Days From Page 14 / 16 ..................£1535 ......................... 74-75 RUSSIA Days From Page 12 / 14 ..................£1259 ......................... 76-77
EUROPEAN PANORAMA Days From Page 28...............................£2999 .......... 102-103 EUROPEAN EXPLORER Days From Page 33...............................£3825 .......... 104-107
Time Out In-Depth Regional DISCOVER Page IN-DEPTH TOURS ............... 108-109 IRELAND Days From Page 8 ..................................£785.............. 110 SCOTLAND & IRELAND Days From Page 13...............................£1339 .......... 110 ENGLAND & SCOTLAND Days From Page 8 / 9 .........................£689.............. 111
LONDON, PARIS & AMSTERDAM Days From Page 9 ..................................£909.....................115 LONDON, PARIS & ROME Days From Page 10...............................£1039 .......... 115 SIMPLY ITALY Days From Page 12...................................£1029............116-117 ITALIAN ESPRESSO Days From Page 8 ..................................£729.............. 118-119 MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL Days From Page 11...............................£1195 .......... 120-121 MEDITERRANEAN TRAIL plus GREEK ISLAND CRUISES Days From Page 14 / 18 ..................£1569 .......... 121 MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS Days From Page 13...............................£1049 .......... 122-123
WINTER WANDERER Days From Page 24...............................£2055 .......... 148-149 SKI AUSTRIA Days From Page 7 / 15......................£389.............. 150-151
More ways to travel DISCOVER MORE Page WAYS TO TRAVEL.............................................152 LONDON EXPLORER Days From Page 3 / 5 .........................£159............................................153 PARIS AT CHRISTMAS Days From Page 4 ..................................£355............................................154 AMSTERDAM AT CHRISTMAS Days From Page 4 ..................................£315............................................154
SPANISH SPREE Days From Page 14...............................£1055 .......... 126-127
ST PATRICK’S DAY IN DUBLIN Days From Page 4 ..................................£229............................................154
EGYPT & THE NILE Days From Page 8 ..................................£665.............. 128-129
PARIS AT NEW YEAR Days From Page 4 ..................................£355............................................155
TURKEY & GREEK ISLAND ODYSSEY Days From Page 10...............................£1139 .......... 130
AMSTERDAM AT NEW YEAR Days From Page 4 ..................................£315............................................155
BERLIN, PRAGUE & VIENNA Days From Page 9 ..................................£749.............. 131
HOGMANAY IN EDINBURGH Days From Page 4 ..................................£305............................................155
BERLIN TO BUDAPEST Days From Page 11...............................£859.............. 132
ANZAC CLASSIC / ODYSSEY Days From Page 4 / 5 .........................£295............................................156
BERLIN & PRAGUE Days From Page 7 ..................................£589.............. 133
MUNICH OKTOBERFEST Days From Page 4-7.............................£185............................................157
VIENNA & BUDAPEST Days From Page 5 ..................................£475.............. 133
PAMPLONA RUNNING OF THE BULLS Days From Page 4-7.............................£199............................................158
EASTERN ROAD Days From Page 13...............................£1279 .......... 134-135 CROATIAN ISLAND CRUISING Days From Page 8 ..................................£625.............. 136-137 GREEK ISLAND HOPPING Days From Page 13...............................£1289 .......... 138-139 SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE + CRUISING Days From Page 4 / 8 / 12 .............£509.............. 140-141
SCOTLAND Days From Page 6 ..................................£635.............. 111
AEGEAN CLASSIC & GOLDEN FLEECE CRUISES Days From Page 6 / 9 .........................£679.............. 142-143
GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND Days From Page 16...............................£1535 .......... 112-113
MYKONOS & ISLAND CRUISING Days From Page 8 ..................................£949.............. 144
PAMPLONA + BILBAO BBK LIVE Days From Page 6 / 8 .........................£375............................................159
We understand what you want from your trip. Choose from our 6 great ways to travel.
Time Out is all about hotel accommodation & keeping it comfy, no matter what the season. With twin-share hotels near the sights, you’ll get all the comforts of home - many have en suites, TVs & WiFi. We’ve got 2 ways to travel Time Out – our Multi-Country tours & In-Depth Regional tours.
Time Out Multi-Country Our Multi-Country tours are a great way to see a lot of Europe, with hotel accommodation every night. Our hand-picked Feature Hotels offer an extra special spot of glam. Think a Château in France, a Roman Villa, amazing hotels in the Swiss Alps or a Greek Island beach resort for the ultimate summer experience.
AMSTERDAM IN EASTER Days From Page 4 ..................................£235............................................159 EDINBURGH FESTIVAL & MILITARY TATTOO Days From Page 4 ..................................£299............................................159 ROYAL ASCOT Days From Page 1 ..................................£89 ...............................................159
Need help finding your perfect trip? Scan to ask the Contiki genius
Concept
Time Out
Easy Pace With minimum 2 & 3 night stays, often later starts in the morning, and even more local meals, our Easy Pace tours offer a more relaxed way to see Europe. Plus, you still get all the great authentic experiences that let you get under the skin of the places you visit. Look out for the symbol above on the Time Out Multi-Country and Time Out In-Depth Regional tour pages.
Time Out In-Depth Regional Our In-Depth Regional tours are all about having that little extra time to explore a specific region. With more 2 & 3 night stops, you can explore & go off the beaten tourist track even more. Authentic, local food is an important part of In-Depth Regional tours every included dinner is in one of our favourite local restaurants, so you can try some authentic cuisine, meet some locals & really indulge in the flavours of Europe. Think tapas in Barcelona, traditional French cuisine in Nice & a Greek feast in Athens. And what’s best is that many of our tours operate in winter too. Look for the symbol in the index for our year-round tours.
Stay in our own 16th century Château, Austrian Gasthof or Swiss Chalet one night, then mix it up with hostels, cabins and bonus hotel upgrades the next. Concept gives you a taste of all the ways to sleep easy in Europe, and our exclusive, Contiki-only Special Stopovers are an event in themselves - you’ll be in the expert hands of our resident teams, who are there just for you. Check out why our Special Stopovers are called just that… Head to Google Images & search for: • Château de Cruix • Gasthof Schöneck • Contiki Chalet Lauterbrunnen • Corfu Village Hotel ... to see what everyone’s talking about…
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great ways to go Not all travellers are the same. We all want something different, something unique when we see the world. That’s why we keep it flexible & give you 6 great tour styles, so you can travel your way. Château de Cruix
Camping The legendary Contiki camper - the way we started back in ‘62. It’s a little different now, with spacious tents for two, comfy air mattresses & set in some of Europe’s best campsites, but it is still a great option to stretch your travel budget to the max.
At our Contiki Villages, you’ll get the use of our awesome On-site Teams & facilities (some with pools, bars & WiFi) too, and on some nights we take it up a level, with free hostel & hotel upgrades. Want a tent to yourself? For a little extra it’s yours.
Ski & board trips Keep it cool with our ski & boarding packages in Hopfgarten, Austria. The world’s #1 resort, combined with our very own Gasthof exclusive to our travellers, it’s the perfect way to indulge in on the slope action, après ski & all-round good times.
Festivals, events & short breaks From running with the bulls, catching some of the world’s biggest bands at Bilbao BBK Live & drinking from steins at Oktoberfest we’ve got Europe’s epic festival scene covered. We’ve got New Year trips to Paris & Amsterdam plus Hogmanay & cool one day trips to Royal Ascot & more.
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Contiki cares... We travel to experience the wonders that our world has to offer, be they natural or cultural, & we’re committed to ensuring they remain for the generations to come. Through our various causes we put conservation at the core of how we plan & run our tours. There are also a bunch of ways that you can help as well. Learn more at: contiki.com/contikicares/you
Contiki loves oceans. Oceans cover 71% of the Earth’s surface & they form the largest habitat on the planet supporting the greatest variety of life. We support marine preservation through our projects around the world, including the
Mesoamerican Reef Leadership Program (MAR) which helps young environmentalists in their hands-on work protecting the world’s second largest barrier reef & by backing Oceana’s valuable research & education work. See p.95 for more.
Meet Céline Cousteau, our Sustainability Partner Find out more about Contiki’s Oceans projects on p.94-95
Our Foundation We’re founding partners of the non-profit Conservation Foundation.
Recycling
Our Foundation has spent over US$2 million to help underprivileged communities & support sustainable tourism around the world. It’s part of its commitment to preserving our planet for generations to come (so far, the Foundation has helped protect 3 million hectares of forest in Brazil, supported the World Wildlife Fund’s work with indigenous sustainable tourism in Australia, plus much more).
The Travel Corporation & Contiki are committed to use 100% recycled paper for the body stock of all our brochures. The environmental benefits are important in the following ways:
Our coaches We want you to see the world. But we also want to look after it.
Coach travel has been proven to reduce congestion & cause less pollution per passenger kilometre than any other transportation option. Contiki’s coach fleet is among the most efficient in Europe & complies with EU emissions standards V & VI. The Travel Corporation participates in Smart Move, an initiative promoting the greater use of coaches’ worldwide & possible reductions of CO2 emissions by at least 50 million tonnes per year as a result.
The use of 100% recovered fibre means that the mill uses approx 1/5th of the energy that would be required to produce corresponding grades from primary fibres.
Recycled paper makes for less waste being deposited into landfills.
The body stock paper in our brochures meets the following Forest/Environmental/Process Certifications: FSC, Blue Angel, ISO 9001 & 14001.
The paper mill uses a chlorine free fibre bleaching process (PCF) that avoids potential dioxins from being released into adjoining waterways.
We are proud to commit to using what is one of the most environmentally friendly coated recycled papers on Planet Earth.
The paper mill uses a complex filtration process that returns the river
*
By using paper made from recycled fibre we save approximately. 90,000 trees per year.*
What’s more, we’re committed to continuing with this support for sustainable tourism for years to come. We’re the primary sponsors of The Tourism for Tomorrow Awards – encouraging tourism operators to develop & share sustainable tourism practices around the world.
water in a cleaner state than initially received.
Calculation based on that provided by The Environmental Defense Fund.
CARBON EMISSIONS GRID Method of Kg of CO2 travel per passenger km Car 0.2028 kgs Air 0.0819 kgs Rail 0.0577 kgs Coach 0.0300 kgs
Source DEFRA (UK Dept for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) Greenhouse Gas (ghg) conversion factors 2009. ** Car assumes national UK average of 1.5 people per car. *** Assumes average of 36 passengers.
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Camping Tours
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Camping tours to choose from
REMEMBER If you book early you save money!
• STAY IN EUROPE’S BEST CAMPSITES • GET BACK TO NATURE
• BIG, ROOMY TENTS FOR 2 • FREE HOTEL UPGRADES
• CAMP IN COMFORT AT A GREAT PRICE • THE ORIGINAL CONTIKI EXPERIENCE SINCE ‘62
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The original Contiki
Travel the way Contiki began, sleep under the stars & stretch your holiday budget. Camping Contiki-style is all about getting back to basics, but getting a whole lot for your money.
Sleep easy in super comfort
Getting around
Get a good night’s sleep in our new twin-share A-frame tents. They’re designed for 3, so there’s plenty of room to spread out & get comfy. We also give you an air-mattress & a stool too, perfect for hanging with your travel buddies, festival style. What’s more, our easy to pitch tents are up & down in a minute.
As with every Contiki tour, you’ll travel in style on a modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging. Better still, all of your ferry crossings are included. Easy.
“Choose from 7 great tours from 10 to 46 days”
Going solo? Amazing campsites Better still is that you’ll stay in some of Europe’s best campsites, so you don’t have to rough it. Some campsites have swimming pools, bars, pizzerias, nightclubs & food stores, so you’re all set.
Even if you’re planning on leaving your mates at home, don’t worry. We’ll match you up with a same sex travel buddy to share your tent with. More than half our travellers are just like you – ready to head off on their own & experience Europe with young, fun & like-minded travel mates.
So whether your free-time is about relaxing by the pool, getting active hiking or exploring the city, our campsites are your perfect base.
‘A tent to myself’ option
Your Contiki team On our Camping tours, you’ll travel with 3 on-road experts: your Tour Manager, Tour Driver & On-road Cook. More about our team on p.10-11.
If you like the idea of more space & privacy then why not book one of our great tents all for yourself, for just a little extra. Check out the tour price panels for details. Limited ‘A tent to myself’ spaces available per tour.
Plus... Free overnight upgrades! Delicious food, every day Meal times are definitely one of the many great things about our Camping tours. Your On-road Cook prepares the tastiest dishes made with fresh ingredients, in the fullydecked coach kitchen (with a little help from you & your friends).
We take it up a level with free upgrades to hotels & hostels on some nights, so keep an eye out on the tour pages for more.
Your Food Fund covers hot breakfasts every day (that means hash browns, bacon & eggs) & lots of 2-course dinners too. You’ll also get a taste of some local delicacies - even escargot & frogs legs on some trips. At lunchtime, we let you make your own choices, there’s no need to spoil your day heading back to a meeting point. You can try what you like, when you like & spend what you want.
Loads included & free time too Most of the main sights are included in the cost of your tour (p.16-17), plus there’s plenty of free time for you to do the things you like. Choose from our optional Explore More activities (p.8-9) or just take time to chill out, relax & do whatever you’re into.
Explore more: optional activities
Look out for the orange Explore More optionals panel on the bottom of every tour page
7 Camping tours to choose from
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The Little Hopper 10 Days, 4 Countries From £649pp* £65 per day
Wales
Netherlands
ENGLAND London Dover Calais
Belgium
Germany
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
PARIS 2 Burgundy Region
FRANCE
The Louvre, Paris
What’s Included: 9 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses) (more on p.26-27) 15 meals included in Food Fund: 9 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossing
GO
Only Contiki includes
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with Champagne & escargot • Go local & sample cuisses de grenouille (frogs legs!) • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Discover Florence’s sights on a locally guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17)
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £29 See p.19 for details.
6 World Heritage sites visited
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ATLANTIC OCEAN
Finish Rome
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
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649 665 679 679 679 679 679 719 719 719 719 719 719 719 695 695 695 695 695
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4 18 1 8 22 29 6 13 16 20 27 30 3 10 24 31 14 23 28
* Prices above are based on twin-share tents.
Slovenia
Pisa
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £135. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Places visited Nightstops Optional start cities
Code: CCCK summer 2012
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
Austria
2 SWISS ALPS ITALY
How much & when Start London or Paris
SWITZ
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) Day 3: Paris to Swiss Alps Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy en route to the heart of the Swiss Alps. (B,D) Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 4: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world when you opt in for a cog railway ride
Monaco
2 FLORENCE ADRIATIC SEA
1 ROME
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
up the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Day 5: Swiss Alps to French Riviera Wind down out of the mountains & travel south to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 6: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
Day 9: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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Day 10: Depart Rome It’s time to say farewell to your new friends as your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
Day 7: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. (B,D) Day 8: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)
Switzerland
Explore more: optional activities Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Swiss Alps Mt. Jungfrau cog railway ride Florence Tuscan dinner • Nightclub entry Visit contiki.com/littlehopper-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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The Escape
Camping
12 Days, 7 Countries
The Escape 12 Days
From £755pp*
What’s Included:
£63 per day
11 nights accommodation: 9 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses), 2 nights in hostel upgrade (more on p.26-27)
NETHERLANDS
17 meals included in Food Fund: 11 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)
2 BERLIN
Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team
Ruhr Valley London
Dover Calais
Dresden
Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
GERMANY
ENGLISH CHANNEL
2 PRAGUE
Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages
CZECH REP
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
MUNICH 2 AUSTRIA Tyrol
FRANCE
Switz Brenner Pass
Venice
Slovenia ITALY
Apennine Mountains
2 VENICE
Croatia
Barberino (Designer outlet mall)
Places visited Nightstops Optional end cities
Bosnia
GO
ADRIATIC SEA
Code: CCCW summer 2012 Start Rome
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Rome Meet up with your Contiki team & get to know your fellow Contiki travellers over dinner. (D) Day 2: Rome to Venice Pick up some fashion labels at bargain prices this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop at a designer outlet mall in Barberino en route to Venice. (B,D) Day 3: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 4: Venice to Munich Say farewell to the romance of Venice as we wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. (B,D)
Ferry crossing
How much & when
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
1 ROME
Day 5: Munich Explore the cultural side of Munich. There’s world-class museums, shopping & loads of traditional food & beer gardens to discover. (B) Day 6: Munich to Prague Travel through Bohemia to Prague, the golden “City of a Thousand Spires.” (B,D) Day 7: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
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Day 8: Prague to Berlin Head north & back into Germany, via a lunch stop in Dresden for a taste of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight enjoy this cutting edge city’s arts, bar & club scene. Hostel (B,D) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative
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artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall Day 9: Berlin Get into the cool city vibes as you discover the mix of the old & new Berlin. From its historical past to the upbeat arts & cultural scene, there’s loads to explore. Hostel (B) See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
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Day 10: Berlin to Amsterdam Say farewell to Germany as we motor down the autobahn & get ready for some fun in the vibrant free-wheeling city, Amsterdam. (B) See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 11: Amsterdam Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 12: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
635 649 649 649 649 649 695 695 695 695 695 695 695 695 665 665 665 665 665
120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120
755 769 769 769 769 769 815 815 815 815 815 815 815 815 785 785 785 785 785
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Only Contiki includes
• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Let the good times roll - chill at our legendary party nights • Italian food & fashion experience
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £35. See p.19 for details.
5 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on twin-share tents.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £159. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Prague
Explore more: optional activities Tyrol Whitewater rafting adventure Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Prague River cruise & lunch Berlin Locally guided walking tour Amsterdam Countryside bike ride Visit contiki.com/escape-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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The Expedition 21 Days 10 Countries France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £1289pp* £62 per day
Pantheon, Rome
GO NORTH SEA
BERLIN 2
NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Poland
Ruhr Valley London
Dover Calais
Dresden
Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
GERMANY
ENGLISH CHANNEL
2 PRAGUE CZECH REP
Valley of the Somme
PARIS 2
Slovakia
MUNICH 2
Burgundy Region
AUSTRIA SWITZ
FRANCE
2 SWISS ALPS ITALY
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Tyrol
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• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Go local & sample cuisses de grenouille (frogs legs!) • Rub shoulders with the rich & famous with a visit to a Monte Carlo casino • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour • Italian food & fashion experience • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Let the good times roll - chill at our legendary party nights
Brenner Pass
Slovenia Apennine Mountains
2 Pisa FLORENCE
2 VENICE
Croatia
Barberino (Designer outlet mall)
Monaco
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city MEDITERRANEAN SEA Optional end city Optional start/end city
Hungary
Only Contiki includes
ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
2 ROME
Explore more: optional activities
Bosnia
Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Swiss Alps Mt. Jungfrau cog railway ride Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Venice Gondola ride along the canals Tyrol Whitewater rafting adventure Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Prague River cruise & lunch Amsterdam Countryside bike ride Visit contiki.com/expedition-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/expedition
The Expedition takes you through Europe the original Contiki way, on an epic introduction to some of Europe’s top destinations. With two night stops in each city, you can really explore & live it like a local.
DON’T MISS
Camping
Kunsthaus Tacheles art collective in Berlin - art, photography, bars & clubs in an old shopping centre (bombed in World War II) near Oranienburger Tor.
The Expedition 21 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) Day 3: Paris to Swiss Alps Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy en route to the heart of the Swiss Alps. (B,D) Scenic drive through the Alps
•
Day 4: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world when you opt in for a cog railway ride up the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Day 5: Swiss Alps to French Riviera Wind down out of the mountains & travel south to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
•
Day 6: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
•• •
Day 7: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
How much & when
vineyards on the road to Rome. (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
Day 10: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D)
Day 17: Prague to Berlin Head north & back into Germany, via a lunch stop in Dresden for a taste of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight enjoy this cutting edge city’s arts, bar & club scene. Hostel (B,D) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall
• •
Day 11: Rome to Venice Pick up some fashion labels at bargain prices this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop at a designer outlet mall in Barberino en route to Venice. (B,D) Day 12: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 18: Berlin Get into the cool city vibes as you discover the mix of the old & new Berlin. From its historical past to the upbeat arts & cultural scene, there’s loads to explore. Hostel (B) See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
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Day 13: Venice to Munich Say farewell to the romance of Venice as we make our way to Germany & into Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. (B,D)
Day 19: Berlin to Amsterdam Say farewell to Germany as we motor down the autobahn & get ready for some fun in the vibrant free-wheeling city, Amsterdam. (B) See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
Day 14: Munich Explore the cultural side of Munich. There’s world-class museums, shopping & loads of traditional food & beer gardens to discover. (B)
Day 20: Amsterdam Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
Day 15: Munich to Prague Travel through Bohemia to Prague, the golden “City of a Thousand Spires.” (B,D)
Day 21: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Day 16: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets &
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Code: CCCM summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
1069 1099 1129 1129 1129 1129 1129 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1155 1155 1155 1155 1155
220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220
1289 1319 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375
2012 Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
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15 29 12 19 3 10 17 24 27 31 7 10 14 21 4 11 25 4 9
* Prices above are based on twin-share tents.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £279. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
20 nights accommodation: 18 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses) 2 nights in hostel upgrade (more on p.26-27) 32 meals included in Food Fund: 20 breakfasts (B) 12 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £55. See p.19 for details.
11 World Heritage sites visited
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
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Day 8: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 9: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s pretty rolling hills & terraced
Don’t miss a cabaret show in Paris
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Brandenburg Gate, Berlin
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www.contiki.com/southerntrail
The Southern Trail 21 Days, 6 Countries From £1349pp*
ENGLAND London
Germany
Dover
£65 per day
Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL
Belgium
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
Versailles
3 PARIS
Slovakia
Burgundy Region
Austria Hungary
Switz FRANCE
Château de Cruix
LYON 1
SPAIN
2 BARCELONA
Slovenia
Verona
2 VENICE Pisa
Arles
Pyrenees Mountains
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
2 FLORENCE
Bosnia Serbia
ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
What’s Included: 19 nights accommodation: 19 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses), +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.26-27) 32 meals included in Food Fund: 20 breakfasts (B) 12 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
GO
Only Contiki includes
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with Champagne & escargot • Sample local wine at Contiki’s Château • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • A locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £59. See p.19 for details.
13 World Heritage sites visited
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How much & when Code: CCCL summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Athens
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220 220
1349 1379 1409 1409 1409 1409 1409 1479 1479 1479 1479 1479 1439 1439 1439
2012 Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug
24 8 15 22 5 19 26 3 10 17 31 7 14 19 24
May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
14 28 4 11 25 9 16 23 30 6 20 27 3 8 13
1129 1159 1189 1189 1189 1189 1189 1259 1259 1259 1259 1259 1219 1219 1219
* Prices above are based on twin-share tents.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £295. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 12:30pm in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to the glittering “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Days 2-3: Paris Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the beautiful Château Versailles. (B)(B,D) See Château Versailles (entrance not included)
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Day 4: Paris to Lyon Travel through Burgundy & Beaujolais wine country to gourmet Lyon. (B,D) Stop at Contiki’s very own 16th century Château Taste local wine
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Day 5: Lyon to Barcelona Head through the Pyrénées Mountains to Barcelona. (B,D) Day 6: Barcelona Sightsee this sexy city, then tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Montenegro
ROME 2 Mt. Vesuvius Vatican City
1 SORRENTO
Brindisi
Albania
1 3 CORFU
GREECE
IONIAN SEA
Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through Provence to Arles, then onward to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 8: French Riviera Stroll through outdoor markets & chill on the beach. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 9: French Riviera to Venice Stop at Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona before we head to enchanting Venice. (B,D) See Juliet’s balcony & the Roman Arena
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Day 10: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals
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Day 11: Venice to Florence Snake through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & see the tower, before rolling through Tuscany to Florence. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 12: Florence Our local guide gives you the inside track on Florence, before exploring at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell
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Bulgaria
Macedonia
Pompeii
Places visited Nightstops Optional start cities
Itinerary & sightseeing
R Romania ia
Croatia atia ati a
Isle of Capri
Corfu
e Ukraine
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ATHENS 1
Corinth Canal
Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demo
Day 13: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 14: Rome Explore the “Eternal City”. Later, there’s a chance to tour the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D) Day 15: Rome to Sorrento From Naples, catch a boat to the Isle of Capri, soak up its sweeping views & set sail for Sorrento. (B) Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu Pass along the Bay of Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) Days 17-19: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun. (B,D)(B,D)(B) See the Venetian fortress in Corfu’s old town
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Day 20: Corfu to Athens Travel across Corinth Canal to Athens. (B) Day 21: Depart Athens After sightseeing the ancient wonders, it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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Explore more: optional activities Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour Pompeii Entry fee & guided tour Corfu Water sports Visit contiki.com/southerntrail-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/northerntrek
The Northern Trek
Camping The Northern Trek 26 Days
26 Days, 18 Countries From £1649pp*
What’s Included:
NORTH SEA
£64 per day
Edam
NETHERLANDS
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL
Poland
GERMANY
Ruhr Valley Dover
London
25 nights accommodation: 21 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses), 4 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share (more on p.26-27)
Belarus
Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
St Goar
2 PRAGUE CZECH REP
1 HEIDELBERG 2 MUNICH SWITZ FRANCE
2 SWISS ALPS
Ukraine SLOVAKIA
Cesky Krumlov
Dachau
Liechtenstein
2
AUSTRIA
VIENNA
Bratislava
42 meals included in Food Fund: 25 breakfasts (B) 17 dinners (D)
2 BUDAPEST
HUNGARY
Lucerne
Slovenia
Romania CROATIA
Italy
An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team
BOSNIA
1 ZADAR Split
3 DUBROVNIK
ADRIATIC SEA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Serbia BULGARIA
MONTENEGRO
Spain
1 SOFIA
DURRES 1
STRUGA KAVALA 1 1
ALBANIA
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Athens Meet your fellow travellers & Contiki team tonight & get excited for your adventure. (D) Day 2: Athens to Kavala Journey along Greece’s coastline, past Mt. Olympus, to Kavala. (B,D) Drive past Spartan Thermopylae & Byzantine Thessaloniki
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Day 3: Kavala to Gallipoli Visit the Gallipoli battlefields on our way to Turkey. (B,D) Journey along the Sea of Marmara Visit Lone Pine Cemetery See ANZAC Cove
Struga with its cute village atmosphere. (B,D) Day 8: Struga to Durres Cross into Albania & on to mountainous Durres. Hotel (B,D) Day 9: Durres to Dubrovnik See the sparkling coastline & tiny Montenegro before reaching Dubrovnik. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Croatian coastline
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Days 10-11: Dubrovnik Discover historic buildings, bars & amazing seafood. (B)(B,D) See the fortified city & port
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Day 16: Vienna After a morning tour, explore the city’s music, cafés, parks, architecture & try strudel! (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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Day 17: Vienna to Prague Stop at World Heritage listed Český Krumlov before Prague, “City of a Thousand Spires”. (B,D) Visit the medieval town of Český Krumlov
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Days 18: Prague Discover this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets, Gothic architecture & beer. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
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Day 12: Dubrovnik to Zadar Move up the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in beautiful Split & then travel on to Zadar. (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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Day 13: Zadar to Budapest Head north, past Lake Balaton to a lively arts, café & music scene in the “Paris of the East.” (B,D)
Day 19: Prague to Munich Head to Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial
Day 14: Budapest Explore this fascinating city – split by the Danube River into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. (B) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
Day 20: Munich Explore your way. There’s museums, shopping & lots of traditional food & beer! (B,D) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
Day 4: Gallipoli to Istanbul Ferry to Troy before continuing on to Istanbul. Hotel (B) Visit Troy’s Wooden Horse with a local guide Day 5: Istanbul Discover the action in this diverse city where East literally meets West. Hotel (B,D) Locally guided tour of the Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar
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Day 6: Istanbul to Sofia Head to Sofia, with its modern Euro vibes. Hotel (B,D) See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
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Day 7: Sofia to Struga Cut across Macedonia to
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Day 15: Budapest to Vienna Stop for lunch in Slovakia before arriving in Austria. (B) See Bratislava’s medieval castle Visit Vienna’s Prater fun park
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Day 21: Munich to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before reaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz
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Explore more: optional activities Istanbul Belly dancing evening & meal Dubrovnik Island cruise & swimming Vienna Mozart & Strauss concert • Schnaps museum visit & tasting Prague River cruise & lunch Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Swiss Alps Mt. Jungfrau cog railway ride Amsterdam Dutch rice table dinner • Countryside bike ride Visit contiki.com/northerntrek-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Eceabat
ISTANBUL 2 1 GALLIPOLI Troy
Places visited 1 or more nightstops Optional end cities
Switzerland
BLACK SEA
MACEDONIA
GREECE
TURKEY Thermopylae
IONIAN SEA
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See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
Day 22: Swiss Alps Chill in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Day 23: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg Head to Heidelberg. (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle
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Day 24: Heidelberg to Amsterdam Next it’s on to freewheeling Amsterdam. (B)
1 ATHENS
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Finish Ams’dam or London
Visit the riverside town of St. Goar See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
Day 25: Amsterdam Discover museums, cool cafés & nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 26: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
1359 1359 1359 1359 1359 1439 1439 1439 1439 1439 1395 1395 1395 1395 1395
290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290
1649 1649 1649 1649 1649 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1685 1685 1685 1685 1685
2012 May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
14 Jun 28 Jun 4 Jun 11 Jul 25 Jul 9 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 27 Sep 3 ● Sep 8 ● Oct 13 ● Oct
8 22 29 6 20 3 10 17 24 31 14 21 28 3 8
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Code: CCCR summer 2012 Start Athens
Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages
Ferry crossings
GO
Only Contiki includes
• Visit the Wooden Horse of Troy with our local guide • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & ANZAC cove • The Blue Mosque, Galata Bridge & Spice Markets discover Istanbul with our expert local guide • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £65. See p.19 for details.
14 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on twin-share tents.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £335. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. Dubrovnik
10/10/2011 11:29
The Original Since ’62 We’re the original travel company for 18-35’s we’ve been travelling the world with people like you for 50 years. The old combi vans have long since been replaced by state-of-the-art coaches, but some things will never change. Our spirit of adventure lives on. We’re a bunch of young travellers who are still as passionate about discovering new things across the globe today as we’ve ever been. But we’re nothing without our fellow travellers - you are Contiki & we’d love you to write the next chapter of our story...
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ONLINE, ON THE ROAD > Top Travel Tools We asked our Tour Managers to tell us about the handiest & best travel tools & apps. Here are their top picks. The best bit? They’re all free.
Love WiFi? So do we! That’s why more than 50 of our properties have WiFi & internet access.
1 WiFi Finder Instantly find free WiFi Internet hotspots wherever you are across Europe. This handy little app allows you to pinpoint the nearest WiFi spots, complete with address & how long it will take you to get there. Available for: iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad, Android
2 XE Currency
H k up to FREE WiFi in Hook i many off our Special Stopovers, the Contiki Basement & hotels including our Château de Cruix in Beaujolais, Corfu Village Hotel in Corfu, Trubsee Hotel in Engelberg, Jailhotel in Lucerne, Eventhotel Pyramide in Vienna & more.
Can’t work out your Euros from your Krona, or your Francs from Kuna? Problem solved. This cool currency converter will let you choose your favourite currencies for comparison. Available for: Web, iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad, Android, BlackBerry, Windows Phone 7.
3 Google Translate
This trusty translator will have you speaking like a local in no time. You can choose from 50 languages, type in phrases & hey presto, you are chatting to the locals. Available for: Web, Mobile webite, iPhone/iPod Touch, Android.
4 Viber, Skype & Hey Tell There’s nothing like free phone & video calls so you can call your friends & brag about your trip. Put an end to global roaming phone bills & check out these apps for free international calls & text messages. Available for: iPhone, Android, Blackberry & most other 3G phones.
5 WorldView
Get the world in your pocket & check out the view from over 14,000 webcams. Search for a specific place or take a look at popular webcams from around the world. Available for: Web, iPhone/ipod Touch/iPad. REMEMBER: Using your phone & data plan overseas can be very expensive! We recommend you turn off your data while overseas. Contact your phone provider to find out more.
contiki.com/travelapps
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On Foursquare? Follow us & get exclusive Contiki insider hints & tips on what to do & where to go from past passengers & staff. You can add tips to your to-do list & then mark them off once you’ve done them. Check in around Europe to earn these cool Foursquare badges. Jetsetter Historian I’m on a boat Pizzaiolo
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10/10/2011 11:31
The Easy Rider 32 Days 12 Countries France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £2059pp* £65 per day
The Eiffel Tower, Paris NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS
GO
Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Ruhr Valley
GERMANY
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Explore Pamplona - home of the ‘Running of the Bulls’ • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Enjoy the beautiful gardens of Louis XIV’s Palace of Versailles • A moving experience at the Mauthausen memorial - plus more
London Dover Calais
Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
St Goar
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
1 HEIDELBERG MUNICH 1
3 PARIS
Versailles
Loire Valley
SWITZ
FRANCE
2 SWISS ALPS
1 BORDEAUX
Biarritz
Arles
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Pyrenees 1 PAMPLONA Mountains
Hungary
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
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Verona
Slovenia
2 VENICE
Croatia
Bosnia
2 FLORENCE ITALY
Serbia ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
ROME 3 Mt. Vesuvius
Isle of Capri
1
2 BARCELONA
Zaragoza
SPAIN
2 VIENNA
AUSTRIA
Dolomite Mountains
Pisa Monaco
Slovakia Mauthausen
Liechtenstein
Lucerne
Only Contiki includes
Poland
Pompeii
1 SORRENTO
Brindisi
1 4 CORFU IONIAN SEA
GREECE
Explore more: optional activities Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Barcelona Flamenco dance show Pompeii Entry fee & guided tour Corfu Water sports like parasailing, waterskiing & tube riding Venice Gondola ride along the canals Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Swiss Alps Mt. Jungfrau cog railway ride Visit contiki.com/easyrider-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/easyrider DON’T MISS
@Crazycontiki.blogspot. com: Dutch Apple pie &.... Poffertjes were amazing! I remember trying them once back in NZ, but wow these ones were the real deal.....
The Easy Rider is a camping classic, so let the good times roll. Dive into the history & culture of Italy, learn flamenco in Spain or parasail in Corfu (& that’s just the start) as you get cosy with Europe’s ultimate highlights.
Unforgettable gelato in Venice. Get off the beaten track & head on over to La Boutique del Gelato for our favourite Italian treat.
Camping The Easy Rider 32 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to Paris. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Days 2-3: Paris Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the beautiful Château Versailles. (B,D)(B) See Château Versailles (entrance not included)
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Day 4: Paris to Bordeaux Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling vineyards en route to the Bordeaux region & St. Emilion. (B,D) Day 5: Bordeaux to Pamplona Swim & shop in fashionable Biarritz before crossing into Spain to Pamplona. (B,D) See the lighthouse & bay in Biarritz See Pamplona’s famous bullring
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Day 6: Pamplona to Barcelona Head south to the Baroque city of Zaragoza & on to Barcelona, then see why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. (B,D) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex
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Day 7: Barcelona Explore the city & feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! (B) Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through Provence to Arles, then onward to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 9: French Riviera Stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 10: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 11: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)
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See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
Day 12: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Days 13-14: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ for a couple of days in the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D)(B,D) Day 15: Rome to Sorrento From Naples, catch a boat to the Isle of Capri & soak up its sweeping views & romantic atmosphere before setting sail for Sorrento. (B) Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) Days 17-20: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. (B,D)(B,D)(B,D)(B) See the Venetian fortress in Corfu’s old town
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Day 21: Corfu to Italy Cruise the Adriatic Sea. (B) Day 22: Arrival Venice Visit Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona & then make your way to the enchanting city of Venice. (B,D) See Juliet’s Balcony & the Roman Arena
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Day 23: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
How much & when
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See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
Day 26: Vienna to Munich Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen concentration camp memorial en route to Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B) Entry into the Mauthausen memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 27: Munich to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before reaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 28: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt for a cog railway ride up the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Day 29: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg Head north to Heidelberg, known for its Baroque old town & lively student feel. (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle
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Day 30: Heidelberg to Amsterdam Next it’s on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B) See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
Code: CCCD summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
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* Prices above are based on twin-share tents.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £425. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. ■ This tour will be in Pamplona during the Running of the Bulls. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
29 nights accommodation: 29 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses) +2 nights on board ferries (more on p.26-27) 50 meals included in Food Fund: 31 breakfasts (B) 19 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £89. See p.19 for details.
20 World Heritage sites visited
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Day 31: Amsterdam Check out Amsterdam’s museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
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Day 32: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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Day 24: Venice to Vienna Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna then hit the rides at Prater park. (B) Visit Vienna’s Prater fun park
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Day 25: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander this picture book city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! (B,D)
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The Big Chill 46 Days 22 Countries France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria, Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro (in transit), Bosnia (in transit), Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £2835pp* £62 per day
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2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND Dover London Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL
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Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
St Goar
2 PRAGUE
Valley of the Somme
Versailles
Poland
Ruhr Valley
3 PARIS
2 MUNICH SWITZ
FRANCE Château de Cruix
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2 SWISS ALPS
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2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Liechtenstein
2 VIENNA
Bratislava
2 BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
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Lucerne
Arles
Pyrenees Mountains
SLOVAKIA
Cesky Krumlov
Dachau
Burgundy Region
Ukraine
CZECH REP
1 HEIDELBERG
MEDITERRANEAN SEA 2 BARCELONA
Romania CROATIA
2 VENICE Pisa
Monaco
Slovenia
Verona
BOSNIA
Split
ITALY
3 DUBROVNIK
ADRIATIC SEA
ROME 2 Mt. Vesuvius Vatican City
Serbia
1 ZADAR
2 FLORENCE
Pompeii
Isle of Capri
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1 SORRENTO
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GREECE Thermopylae
Corinth Canal
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Sample local wine at Contiki’s Château • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri • Learn about the birthplace of modern society on a locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Greek food & fashion experience • Visit the famous Wooden Horse of Troy with our local guide • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & ANZAC cove • The Blue Mosque, Galata Bridge & Spice Markets - discover Istanbul with our expert local guide • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik - plus more
BULGARIA
MACEDONIA
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Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
SOFIA 1
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ISTANBUL 2 1 GALLIPOLI TURKEY
Explore more: optional activities Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour Pompeii Entry fee & guided tour Corfu Island sailing cruise Istanbul Belly dancing evening & meal Dubrovnik Island cruise & swimming Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Swiss Alps Mt. Jungfrau cog railway ride Visit contiki.com/bigchill-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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@tlw88: It’s hard to choose one thing, but the French Riviera was awesome, the food was amazing everywhere & Rhine Valley was beautiful.
From bright lights & big cities to cultural hubs & the best spots for kicking back in the sun – the Big Chill has it all. Frolic in France, taste sangria in Spain & hire jeeps to hit the streets & beaches of Corfu, before discovering Turkey & beyond.
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Enjoy the vibrant nightlife of the garden bars of Budapest. The courtyards of old apartments have been transformed into modern clubs.
The Big Chill 46 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to Paris. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Days 2-3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the beautiful Château Versailles. (B)(B,D) See Château Versailles (entrance not included)
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Day 4: Paris to Lyon. Travel through Burgundy & Beaujolais wine country to gourmet Lyon. (B,D) Stop at Contiki’s very own 16th century Château Taste local wine
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Day 5: Lyon to Barcelona. Head through the Pyrénées Mountains to Barcelona. (B,D) Day 6: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera. Travel through Provence to Arles, en route to the French Riviera. (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 8: French Riviera. Stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 9: French Riviera to Venice. Stop in Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona before we head to enchanting Venice. (B,D) See Juliet’s balcony & the Roman Arena
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Day 10: Venice. Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 11: Venice to Florence. Snake through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa &
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check out its architectural wonder before rolling through Tuscany to Florence. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 12: Florence. A local guide gives you the inside track on one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 13: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 14: Rome. Discover the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D) Day 15: Rome to Sorrento. From Naples, catch a boat to the Isle of Capri, soak up its sweeping views & set sail for Sorrento. (B) Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu. Pass along the Bay of Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) Days 17-19: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun. (B,D)(B,D)(B) See Corfu’s Venetian fortress
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Day 20: Corfu to Athens. Travel across Corinth Canal to Athens. (B) Day 21: Athens. See the Acropolis, wander the cobbled streets of the Plaka or just relax. Later, get your shopping fix at one of Athens’ designer outlet malls. (B,D) See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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Day 22: Athens to Kavala. Journey along Greece’s coastline, past Mt. Olympus, to harbourside Kavala. (B,D) Drive past Spartan Thermopylae & Byzantine Thessaloniki
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Day 25: Istanbul. Savour an incredible mosaic of sights in this diverse city where East literally meets West. Hotel (B,D) See the Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar with a local guide
Krumlov as you travel through Bohemia to Prague, the “City of a Thousand Spires”. (B,D) Visit the medieval town of Český Krumlov
Day 26: Istanbul to Sofia. Traverse the plains of Bulgaria to Sofia, a city with a curious blend of Socialist heritage & modern Euro living. Hotel (B,D) See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Day 38: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
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Day 27: Sofia to Struga. Cut across Macedonia to the red-roofed houses, sidewalk cafés & village atmosphere of Struga near Lake Ohrid. (B,D) Day 28: Struga to Durres. Cross into Albania & on to Durres where steep mountains plunge into the deep Adriatic Sea. Hotel (B,D) Day 29: Durres to Dubrovnik. Continue along the sparkling coastline through tiny Montenegro toward the picturesque, ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Croatian coastline
Day 40: Munich. Explore the cultural side of Munich. There’s world-class museums, shopping & lots of traditional food & beer gardens. (B,D) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
Days 30-31: Dubrovnik. Find historic buildings, modern galleries & amazing seafood in this stunning town. (B)(B,D) See the fortified city & Old Port
Day 41: Munich to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before reaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 32: Dubrovnik to Zadar. Move up the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in beautiful Split & then travel on to Zadar. (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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Day 33: Zadar to Budapest. Head north, past Lake Balaton to a lively arts, café & music scene in the “Paris of the East.” (B,D) Day 34: Budapest. Feel the history of this fascinating city – split by the Danube River into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. (B) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
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Day 35: Budapest to Vienna. Stop for lunch in Slovakia before arriving in Austria to hit the rides at Prater park tonight. (B) See Bratislava’s medieval castle Visit Vienna’s Prater fun park
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Day 37: Vienna to Prague. Stop at the World Heritage listed town Český
Day 24: Gallipoli to Istanbul. Ferry across the Dardanelles & make a visit to Troy before continuing on to Istanbul. Hotel (B) Visit Troy’s Wooden Horse with a local guide
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Day 39: Prague to Munich. Head to Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial
Day 36: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander the city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
Day 23: Kavala to Gallipoli. Visit the historic Gallipoli battlefields as we make our way to Turkey. (B,D) Journey along the Sea of Marmara Visit Lone Pine Cemetery See ANZAC Cove
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Day 42: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up the Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Day 43: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg. Head north to Heidelberg. (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle
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Day 44: Heidelberg to Amsterdam. Next up, Amsterdam! (B) Visit the riverside town of St. Goar See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 45: Amsterdam. Discover museums, cool cafés & nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 46: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
44 nights accommodation: 40 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses) 4 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.26-27) 74 meals included in Food Fund: 45 breakfasts (B) 29 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager, Driver & Cook team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
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SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £125. See p.19 for details.
27 World Heritage sites visited Venetian masks
Code: CCCA summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
2335 2399 2459 2459 2459 2459 2459 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2519 2519 2519
500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500 500
2835 2899 2959 2959 2959 2959 2959 3109 3109 3109 3109 3109 3019 3019 3019
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24 Jun 8 Jun 15 Jun 22 Jul 5 Jul 19 Aug 26 Aug 3 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 31 Sep 7 Sep 14 ● Sep 19 ● Oct 24 ● Oct
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* Prices above are based on twin-share tents.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of £615. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. Charles Bridge, Praque
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Concept tours to choose from
• UNIQUE OVERNIGHTS • MAXIMUM QUAD-SHARE • FREE UPGRADES TO TWIN • EXPERT CONTIKI ON-SITE TEAMS
REMEMBER If you book early you save money! Contiki’s French Château
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Cabin. Hostel. Hotel.
Our Concept trips are all about mixing it up. Stay in everything from hotels & hostels to our own Contiki Village cabins & our exclusive, amazing Special Stopovers.
Our accommodation is mostly quad-share, almost all with private bathroom facilities. We also have many upgrades to twin-share plus we give you free hotel upgrades on some nights – even better!
Exclusive Special Stopovers Whether you’re nestled in the vines at our château, or staring over the Swiss Alps from our chalet, it’s all about authentic & unique places to stay. They all have great facilities, so you’ll feel comfy & at home, but what makes them extra special is that it is exclusive to Contiki – they’re just for you. More on p.42-43. Think bars & cool areas to hang out. Plus they have great facilities like big screen plasma TVs, pools, nightclubs & plenty of internet access. And you’ll be looked after from start to end by our Contiki On-site Team – they make sure you have a great time.
Unique Contiki Villages Contiki Villages are our very own cabin villages in some of the coolest campsites across Europe. Our modern cabins all have private facilities & hot showers plus twin-share rooms (except Venice which is twin/triple share). More on p.42-43.
Your Contiki Experts You’ll hit the road with an expert Contiki team: your Tour Manager & Tour Driver. What makes us truly unique is our resident On-site Teams at our Special Stopovers & Contiki Villages. Our exclusive Contiki only team look after you – they’re there to make sure you get the most out of your trip.
Loads included & free time too
“Choose from 19 great tours from 9 to 45 days”
Most of the main sights (& extra special Only Contiki stuff) are included in the cost of your tour (p.16-17), plus there’s plenty of free time for you to do the things you’re into. Choose from our optional Explore More activities (p.8-9) or just take time to chill out, relax, shop or do whatever you like.
Getting around As with all our tours, you’ll travel on the comfiest air-conditioned coaches out there, with reclining seats & powerpoints for keeping all your important stuff charged & ready to roll. And we include all your ferry crossings – too easy!
Going solo? If you’re planning on leaving your mates at home, don’t worry. We’ll match you with a same sex room-mate, so it’s all good. More than half our travellers are just like you – ready to head off on their own & experience Europe with young, fun & like-minded travel mates.
Famously fabulous food Your Food Fund includes a buffet breakfast on most days & lots of tasty 2-course dinners. The kind of meals that bring the local flavours & specialities of the regions you visit to life.
Go local Use your free nights to get out on the town & try some local restaurants - we keep it flexible at meal times to ensure you get out & about every other night. At lunchtime, we let you make your own choices. No need to spoil your day heading back to a meeting spot - that way you can try what you like, when you like & spend what you want. Contiki’s Swiss Chalet
Explore more: optional activities
Look out for the orange Explore More optionals panel on the bottom of every tour page
19 Concept tours to choose from
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Concept Tours Diverse & unique
Contiki Village, Rome
Special Stopovers > French Château Our grand 16th century Château de Cruix overlooks the beautiful vineyards of the Beaujolais region. Its modern facilities & stunning setting mean it’s the perfect place to chill - picnic, relax by the huge pool, taste local wines at Contiki’s wine cellar or simply sit in a lounger & soak up the views.
Swiss Chalet Stay in the heart of the Swiss Alps at our cosy wooden chalet, in a chocolate-box village at the foot of the Jungfrau Mountain (4,158m / 13,641ft). With its modern comfy lounge (with big flat screen TVs), dining room &
Exclusive to Contiki outdoor area it’s all about getting a taste of life in the Alps. The legendary ‘Bomb Shelter’ bar awaits with its famous parties, it’s the perfect way to end a busy day of exploring.
Austrian Gasthof When you stay in the Austrian Tyrol, it’s all about the great outdoors. Stay at our traditional gasthof (guesthouse) in the picturesque town of Hopfgarten. If you’re thirsty after a hard day mountain biking, there’s a well-loved bar to come home to. Alternatively try Hopfgarten’s eclectic mix of shops, cafes & restaurants as you wander the old town streets.
Contiki’s French Château
Corfu Beach Resort With just 20m from the door to the beach, it’s all about the sun & good times in Corfu. Every room has its own private balcony with great sunset & sea views. Lounge poolside, get into some watersports, try tasty Greek food & throw on a toga for our legendary party nights. Contiki’s Swiss Chalet
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Contiki’s Corfu Resort
Contiki Village, Rome
Contiki’s French Château
Contiki Village, Rome
Contiki Paris > New for 2012. In the city of love, what you’ll love even more is where you’ll stay. Close to the sights, the Metro & right amongst the atmosphere of one of the city’s coolest districts, near the iconic Sacre Coeur, it’s the place to be. Start each day with an unlimited breakfast & with WiFi in it’s newly renovated twinshare rooms, updating your Facebook & keeping in touch is easy. To top it off, our resident Contiki On-site Team are on hand to send you in the right direction of where’s hot to head in Paris!
Contiki Villages >
Hostels >
Rome. Florence. Venice. The French Riviera.
Prague. Munich. Vienna. Berlin. Barcelona. Plus more
Contiki Villages are our very own cabin villages within outstanding campsites across Europe. Our exclusive Contiki On-site Teams are on hand to look after you, ensure you have a great time & help you discover the local sights. Our modern cabins all have private facilities & hot showers plus twin-share rooms (except Venice which is twin/triple share). Some of our campsites even have swimming pools, bars, pizzerias, nightclubs & food stores. So whether your free-time is about relaxing by the pool, getting active hiking, playing some volleyball or exploring the city, our Contiki Villages are your perfect base.
We’ve chosen some of the newest & best hostels available for you. Great locations, great facilities & great staff. Hang out with your mates, grab a snack or chill – you’ll have loads of options for your free time. Restaurants, swimming pools, jacuzzis, cafés, saunas & internet cafes are just some of the fantastic facilities to enjoy. All rooms have private facilities & are maximum quad-share.
Hotels > Amsterdam. Athens. Cairo. Plus more
Our On-site staff are excellent, plus there are nearly 100 in Europe. Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof
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Check out the free hotel upgrades on many of our tours – relax & enjoy a little extra luxury – it’s all included! visit contiki.com/concept to find out more
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European Horizon 10 Days 7 Countries Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France
From £815pp* £82 per day
Switzerland
GO NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS
1 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Wales
GERMANY
Poland
Ruhr Valley London Dover Calais
BELGIUM
St Goar
Plus
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
MUNICH 1 1 TYROL
Burgundy Region
SWITZ FRANCE ATLANTIC OCEAN
2 SWISS ALPS
• Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Indulge in a traditional Swiss cheese fondue • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Let the good times roll - chill at our legendary party nights
1 RHINE VALLEY
ENGLISH CHANNEL
PARIS 2
Only Contiki includes
AUSTRIA
Lucerne
Hungary
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
• Austrian Gasthof - Special Stopover • Swiss Chalet - Special Stopover • Venice - Contiki Village • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Brenner Pass
Slovenia Lake Como
1 VENICE
Croatia
Explore more: optional activities Bosnia
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
ITALY ADRIATIC SEA MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Amsterdam Canal boat cruise & drinks Tyrol Whitewater rafting adventure Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Venice Gondola ride along the canals Swiss Alps Cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Visit contiki.com/horizon-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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With a blend of chilled Amsterdam, historic Germany & the action of the Alps, the European Horizon gives you a taste of everything. Throw in the floating city of Venice & the romantic vibes of Paris for good measure, it’s a guaranteed good time.
KEEP IT CHEAP
Concept
Grab a few mates, some cheese & a baguette & head to the Champs de Mars for a picnic in the park. Enjoy some of Paris’ best views of the Eiffel Tower.
European Horizon 10 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 2: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, canals & cool cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) Stunning drive along the Rhine River
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Day 3: Rhine Valley to Munich Head south to Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) Learn how beer steins are crafted See the Lorelei Rock
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See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
Day 4: Munich to Austrian Tyrol Be ‘wowed’ by stunning Alpine scenery en route to a quaint Tyrolean village. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
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Day 5: Austrian Tyrol to Venice Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander through the ‘floating city’ & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & interesting little shops. Contiki Village (B) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square
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Day 6: Venice to Swiss Alps Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como & stop for Swiss chocolate in lakeside Lucerne before reaching our incredible stopover in the Swiss Alps.
How much & when Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
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See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
Day 7: Swiss Alps Chill in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 8: Swiss Alps to Paris Pass through the vineyards of Burgundy to the “City of Lights”. Hotel (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 9: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history among the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Visit a French perfumery
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Day 10: Depart Paris Morning transfer to Paris CDG airport (est arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Code: CCEH summer 2012 Start London or Ams’dam
Finish Paris or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
14 21 25 6 9 17 19 24 28 3 5 9 12 16 19 22 25 28 30 2 5 8 11 14 21 27 2 8 15 22 25 30 1 6 9 11
Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
23 30 4 15 18 26 28 2 6 12 14 18 21 25 28 1 4 7 9 11 14 17 20 23 30 5 11 17 24 31 3 8 10 15 18 20
695 695 695 719 719 739 739 739 739 739 739 739 739 739 739 739 739 739 739 779 779 779 779 779 779 779 779 779 749 749 749 749 749 749 749 749
120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120
815 815 815 839 839 859 859 859 859 859 859 859 859 859 859 859 859 859 859 899 899 899 899 899 899 899 899 899 869 869 869 869 869 869 869 869
9 nights accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 1 night in a Contiki Village cabin, 4 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 1 night in a hostel (more on p.42-43) 15 meals included in Food Fund: 9 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £39. See p.19 for details.
6 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Venice
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European Highlights 14 Days 8 Countries France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria (in transit), Germany, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £1159pp* £83 per day
The Louvre, Paris
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NORTH SEA Edam
Wales
NETHERLANDS
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
Poland
Ruhr Valley London
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
1 RHINE VALLEY
St Goar
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
2 PARIS
Dachau
MUNICH 1
FRANCE
Fontainebleau
Plus
Burgundy Region
AUSTRIA
Tyrol Beaujolais Region
Brenner Pass
Slovenia ITALY
1 VENICE
Croatia
Apennine Mountains Pisa
Avignon
2 FRENCH RIVIERA Spain
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Hungary
Switz
CHATEAU 1 DE CRUIX
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Sample local wine at Contiki’s Château • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam - plus more
Bosnia
1 FLORENCE ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
• French Château - Special Stopover • French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice - Contiki Villages • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
2 ROME
Explore more: optional activities Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Venice Gondola ride along the famous canals Munich Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional Bavarian beer halls Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar Amsterdam Paddle bike along the canals Visit contiki.com/highlights-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Do Europe like a local on this two week journey to its highlights. Ride a bike alongside the canals in the ‘Dam, sing in a German beer hall, float in a gondola in Venice, wine taste in the Rhine Valley, try escargot in Paris & more.
LOVE IT LIVE?
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Check out Melkweg in Amsterdam. This former milk factory was transformed into a venue for live music, theatre & cinema & is perfect for meeting locals.
European Highlights 14 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Travel through Burgundy’s wine country & the Beaujolais vineyards to Contiki’s very own 16th century Château. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See Château Fontainebleau See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera Stop in Provence’s graceful city, Avignon, before arriving in the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Papal Palace in Avignon Visit a French perfumery Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 5: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! Contiki Village (B,D) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 6: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. Contiki Village (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 7: Florence to Rome A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities & then it’s on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florentine leather craft demonstration See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum in Rome See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 8: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 9: Rome to Venice Criss-cross the Apennine Mountains past the city of Bologna & on to enchanting Venice. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square
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Day 10: Venice to Munich Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to lively Munich, home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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How much & when Day 11: Munich to Rhine Valley Stop at the sobering Dachau concentration camp memorial before following the river through the vineyards of the Rhine Valley. Hotel (B,D) Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
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Day 12: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 13: Amsterdam Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 14: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Code: CCPE summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Apr Apr May May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
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Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
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1159 1159 1159 1159 1159 1189 1189 1189 1189 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1215 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1275 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239 1239
2012 Apr Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
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16 24 1 8 12 15 18 22 24 29 1 5 8 10 12 15 19 22 26 28 29 30 3 6 10 13 14 17 21 24 26 28 31 5 7 11 12 14 17 21 23 29 4 11 15 18 23 24 25 27 29 2 4
13 nights accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s French Château, 6 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 5 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 1 night in a hostel (more on p.42-43) 20 meals included in Food Fund: 13 breakfasts (B) 7 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £49. See p.19 for details.
11 World Heritage sites visited
The Colosseum, Rome
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Spanish Steps, Rome
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European Whirl 18 Days 9 Countries Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Italy, Vatican City, Switzerland, France
From £1465pp* £82 per day
Florence
GO NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS
2 BERLIN
Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND Wales
Poland
Ruhr Valley London Dover Calais
Dresden
Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
2 PRAGUE
GERMANY
Plus
2 PARIS
MUNICH 1
1 TYROL
SWITZ
SWISS ALPS
Hungary
2
Brenner Pass
Slovenia Lake Como
2 VENICE
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Bosnia
ITALY
ADRIATIC SEA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA Vatican City
2 ROME
• Austrian Gasthof, Swiss Chalet - Special Stopovers • Venice, Rome, Florence - Contiki Villages • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Croatia
Apennine Mountains
1 FLORENCE
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
AUSTRIA
Burgundy Region
FRANCE
i
• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot - plus more
CZECH REP
Valley of the Somme
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
Only Contiki includes
Explore more: optional activities Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Berlin Locally guided walking tour Munich Dinner & entertainment at one of the oldest & most traditional Bavarian beer halls Tyrol Whitewater rafting adventure Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided walking tour Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Paris Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne Visit contiki.com/whirl-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/whirl RANDOM FACT
Brooke Roy: Contiki was amazing. You haven’t lived unless you’ve lived Contiki. I did the European Whirl. Loved every minute!
From an ultra cool club scene in Berlin to the sights of ancient Rome & everything in-between, find out what really makes Europe tick. Experience our exclusive Special Stopovers, the adrenalin rush of the Tyrol & beauty of the Alps on the European Whirl.
Czechs national passion is mushroom hunting! Every year on St. Václav Day weekend, Czechs hit the forest in search of the Václavky mushroom, with hunting generally being taken more seriously than sports!
Concept European Whirl 18 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
••
Day 2: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in scenic Edam, famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out museums, trendy cafés & nightclubs. Hotel (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 3: Amsterdam to Berlin Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding arts, bar & club scene. Hostel (B,D) Day 4: Berlin Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. Hostel (B) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
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Day 5: Berlin to Prague Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever-modernizing hub of Eastern European revival. Hostel (B) Visit Dresden, destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’ See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square in Prague
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Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 8: Munich to Austrian Tyrol Be ‘wowed’ by stunning Alpine scenery en route to a quaint Tyrolean village. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
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Day 9: Austrian Tyrol to Venice Plunge in for an exhilarating optional whitewater rafting adventure. Then wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to fairytale Venice. Contiki Village (B,D) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
•
Day 10: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
• •
Day 11: Venice to Rome Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross the Apennine Mountains on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
• •
Day 12: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D)
How much & when Day 13: Rome to Florence Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A local guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
• •
Day 14: Florence to Swiss Alps Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como & stop for Swiss chocolate in lakeside Lucerne before heading further into the Swiss Alps. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
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Day 15: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world when you opt in for a cog railway ride up the snowcovered Jungfrau Mountain. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 16: Swiss Alps to Paris Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the glittering “City of Lights.” Hotel (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
•
Day 17: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history among the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Visit a French perfumery
•
Day 18: Depart Paris Morning transfer to Paris CDG airport (est arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay (B).
Code: CCEW summer 2012 Start London or Ams’dam
Finish Paris or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
5 15 21 29 4 8 14 20 22 27 31 3 10 13 16 17 19 21 24 29 2 5 8 10 12 15 19 21 25 29 6 13 15 20 23 26 30 2 6 10 17 ●
Apr May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
22 2 8 16 21 25 31 6 8 13 17 20 27 30 3 4 6 8 11 16 19 22 25 27 29 1 5 7 11 15 23 30 1 6 9 12 16 19 23 27 4
1235 1235 1235 1235 1269 1269 1269 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1305 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335 1335
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* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
17 nights accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 5 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 4 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 5 nights in hostels (more on p.42-43) 26 meals included in Food Fund: 17 breakfasts (B) 9 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £65. See p.19 for details.
10 World Heritage sites visited
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
•
Day 6: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B) Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
•
Day 7: Prague to Munich Back to Germany & into Munich, the festive home of
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French Perfumery
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European Experience 20 Days 10 Countries France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £1625pp* £82 per day
Hire a bike in the Alps
GO NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS Edam
Wales
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Poland GERMANY
Ruhr Valley London Dover Calais
BELGIUM
St Goar
1 RHINE VALLEY
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep Valley of the Somme
Heidelberg Dachau
2 PARIS Fontainebleau
CHATEAU 2 DE CRUIX
FRANCE
2 TYROL
SWITZ
SWISS 2 ALPS
Liechtenstein Lucerne
AUSTRIA
Brenner Pass
Hungary
Slovenia
2 VENICE
Croatia
Barberino (Designer outlet mall)
Pisa
Spain
1 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Enjoy amazing vistas, baguettes & brie on our French countryside picnic • Italian food & fashion experience • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam - plus more
1 MUNICH
Burgundy Region Beaujolais Region
Only Contiki includes
2 FLORENCE
Bosnia
ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
Plus
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
• French Château, Austrian Gasthof, Swiss Chalet - Special Stopovers • French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice - Contiki Villages • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Explore more: optional activities
2 ROME ITALY
Paris Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne Florence Entrance to one of the largest nightclubs in Florence Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided walking tour Tyrol Whitewater rafting adventure • Zorbing adventure Munich Dinner & entertainment in a Bavarian beer hall Swiss Alps Cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Visit contiki.com/experience-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Treat yourself to a delicious mix of food, culture, sights, sounds & smells as you hit Europe’s best. From châteaux to casinos & from bikes to boats, you’ll experience it all & more.
DON’T MISS
Concept
Even if you don’t plan on high rolling at the casino in Monte Carlo, don’t miss seeing the unbelievable flashy cars that pull up out front.
European Experience 20 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights”. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
• •
Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Travel through Burgundy’s wine country & the Beaujolais vineyards to Contiki’s very own 16th century Château. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See Château Fontainebleau See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
••
Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region Relax at the Contiki Château & immerse yourself in the rural French countryside on a scenic walk & picnic. Contiki Special Stopover (B,PL,D) Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera Travel through France’s charmingly rustic Provence region to the glamorous French Riviera. Tonight, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! Contiki Village (B) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace Visit a Monte Carlo casino
• • •
Day 6: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
••
Day 7: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 8: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
• •
Day 9: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 10: Rome to Venice Pick up some fashion labels at bargain prices this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop at a designer outlet mall in Barberino en route to Venice. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 11: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
• •
Day 12: Venice to Austrian Tyrol Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to a quaint Tyrolean village. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
•
Day 13: Austrian Tyrol Choose your own adventure in the mountains of Tyrol exhilarating outdoor activities include tandem paragliding, hiking & mountain biking! Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
How much & when Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
• • •
Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
Day 16: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world when you opt in for a cog railway ride up the snowcovered Jungfrau Mountain. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 17: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Move on through Heidelberg, known for its great old town & lively student ambience, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
• ••
Day 18: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
• •
Day 19: Amsterdam Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 20: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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Day 14: Austrian Tyrol to Munich Stop at sobering Dachau concentration camp before reaching lively Munich, home to Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
Code: CCMX summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Mar Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1395 1395 1395 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1509 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465
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19 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 7 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 5 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 1 night in a hostel (more on p.42-43) 33 meals included in Food Fund: 19 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 13 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £69. See p.19 for details.
11 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
• •
Day 15: Munich to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne for Swiss chocolate before reaching our incredible Contiki stopover in the Swiss Alps.
Piazza Navona, Rome
Picnic in the French countryside
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European Spirit 22 Days 11 Countries France, Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Croatia, Bosnia (in transit), Slovenia, Italy, Vatican City
From £1755pp* £80 per day
Walking tour of Dubrovnik
GO
NORTH SEA
Edam
NETHERLANDS
2 BERLIN
2 AMSTERDAM
England
Ruhr Valley
Poland Rhine Valley
Dresden
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
GERMANY
2 PRAGUE CZECH REP
2 PARIS
Slovakia
2 VIENNA
Only Contiki includes
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town & historic streets • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) - plus more
AUSTRIA Hungary
Switz FRANCE
Plus
SLOVENIA
ITALY
Pisa
1 LJUBLJANA 1 ZAGREB
VENICE 2
Serbia BOSNIA Split
3 DUBROVNIK
ADRIATIC SEA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Spain Vatican City
• Venice, Florence, Rome - Contiki Villages & Contiki On-site Teams
CROATIA
ZADAR 1 1 FLORENCE
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Explore more: optional activities
Montenegro
2 ROME Albania
Places visited Nightstops
Plus Contiki Villages
IONIAN SEA
Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Amsterdam Evening canal cruise Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour Prague Scenic river cruise & lunch Vienna Mozart & Strauss concert • Schnaps museum visit & tasting Dubrovnik Island cruise & swimming Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour Florence Tuscan dinner Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Visit contiki.com/spirit-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Ashley Digby: I had the most amazing time of my life!!! If you are even considering doing a Contiki tour make sure you do it!!
For an epic mix that makes the travel experience complete, try the European Spirit. Feel the cool, cosmopolitan vibes of Paris & Berlin & take in the beauty of Prague before relaxing in the sunshine & crystal clear waters of Croatia.
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For something eerie, try the Catacombs in Paris – a bizarre collection of 6 million bones & skulls housed in underground tunnels.
European Spirit 22 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Paris Check-in to the Contiki hotel then meet up with your Contiki team & get to know your fellow travellers over dinner. Hotel (D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paris to Amsterdam Pass through 3 countries in one day as you head to the Netherlands’ free-wheeling, vibrant capital city, Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 4: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 5: Amsterdam to Berlin Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding arts, bar & club scene. Hostel (B,D) Day 6: Berlin Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. Hostel (B) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
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See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
Day 9: Prague to Vienna Head south through the Czech countryside to Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna. Hostel (B) Day 10: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you. Wander this picture book city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture &, of course, strudel! Hostel (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, the Hapsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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Day 11: Vienna to Zagreb Cross through Slovenia en route to the newly buzzing Balkan gem of Zagreb. Hotel (B) Day 12: Zagreb to Dubrovnik Set out for Croatia’s sparkling coastline & continue on to the picturesque, ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. Hostel (B,D) Days 13-14: Dubrovnik Find historic buildings, modern galleries, ancient sculptures & amazing seafood in this stunning World Heritage site. Hostel (B)(B,D) See the fortified city & the Old Port
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Day 15: Dubrovnik to Zadar Move up the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in beautiful Split, before we reach Zadar. Hostel (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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Day 16: Zadar to Ljubljana Say farewell to the seaside city as we head to Slovenia’s capital with its young, vibrant student culture. Hotel (B) See Ljubljana’s castle & old town
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How much & when Day 17: Ljubljana to Venice Soak up the amazing scenery before heading to Venice. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 18: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 19: Venice to Florence Wind through the Apennine Mountains & Tuscan hillsides to Florence, a Renaissance city full of striking buildings & sacred art. Contiki Village (B) Walking tour of Florence with a local guide See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 20: Florence to Rome Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
Code: CCSP summer 2012 Start Paris
Finish Rome
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
1515 1555 1555 1595 1595 1595 1595 1595 1689 1689 1689 1689 1635 1635 1635
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16 25 30 12 24 4 12 18 25 8 15 29 5 16 27
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 5:00pm in Paris & ends 8:00am in Rome. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
21 nights accommodation: 5 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 6 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 10 nights in hostels (more on p.42-43) 31 meals included in Food Fund: 21 breakfasts (B) 10 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £79. See p.19 for details.
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World Heritage sites visited
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Day 21: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 22: Depart Rome The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)
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Day 7: Berlin to Prague Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever-modernizing hub of Eastern European revival. Hostel (B,D) Day 8: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B)
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The Reichstag, Berlin
The Pantheon, Rome
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European Escapade 25 Days 11 Countries France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £2055pp* £83 per day
Paris
GO NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
Ruhr Valley London
Poland
1 RHINE
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
VALLEY
St Goar
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep Valley of the Somme
Heidelberg
2 PARIS
MUNICH 1
Dachau
Fontainebleau Burgundy Region
SWITZ
FRANCE
SWISS 2 ALPS
CHATEAU 2 DE CRUIX
Liechtenstein
Lucerne
2 AUSTRIA TYROL
Dolomite Mountains
ITALY
Slovakia
2 VIENNA
Pisa
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Pyrenees Mountains
SPAIN
2 BARCELONA
Monaco
Plus
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Slovenia
2 VENICE
Croatia
Bosnia
2 FLORENCE
• French Château, Austrian Gasthof, Swiss Chalet - Special Stopovers • French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice - Contiki Villages • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
Explore more: optional activities
2 ROME
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Enjoy amazing vistas, baguettes & brie on our French countryside picnic • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Italian food & fashion experience • A moving experience at the Dachau memorial • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam - plus more
Hungary
Barberino (Designer outlet mall)
Arles
Only Contiki includes
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Barcelona Flamenco dance show Florence Nightclub entry Venice Gondola ride along the canals Vienna Schnaps museum visit & tasting Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Tyrol Tandem Paragliding • Bobsled ride Swiss Alps Cog railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Visit contiki.com/escapade-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Got some adrenalin to burn? Bit of a culture vulture too? Take it up a level on the European Escapade. You get lots of two night stops to explore & go local, mixed with great ways to burn some energy - like bobsledding, paragliding, hiking & biking.
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The roof of the NEMO Science Museum in Amsterdam turns into a beach in the summer - it’s the perfect place for inner city tanning!
European Escapade 25 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the Channel to Paris. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Soak up sophisticated Paris, indulge in this magical city & its legendary icons. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Travel through wine country to Contiki’s very own 16th century Château. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See Château Fontainebleau See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region Relax at our Château & enjoy a scenic walk & picnic. Contiki Special Stopover (B,PL,D) Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona Head through the Pyrénées to Barcelona. Hostel (B,D) Day 6: Barcelona Sightsee this sexy city then tonight feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! Hostel (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel via Provence to Arles en route to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 8: French Riviera Explore markets, shop upscale boutiques & sun seek on the beach. Rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monte Carlo! Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 9: French Riviera to Florence Check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 10: Florence Discover the inside info on striking buildings & sacred art
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before some free time. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 11: Florence to Rome Pass through Umbria’s rolling hills to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 12: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 13: Rome to Venice Pick up some fashion labels at bargain prices this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop at a designer outlet mall in Barberino en route to Venice. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 14: Venice Meander through alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & markets. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 15: Venice to Vienna Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna. Hostel (B) Day 16: Vienna Experience Viennese culture on a morning tour, then wander the city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, architecture & of course, strudel! Hostel (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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How much & when Day 19: Austrian Tyrol Choose your adventure exhilarating activities include tandem paragliding, hiking & mountain biking! Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 20: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before reaching our incredible Contiki stopover in the Swiss Alps. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 21: Swiss Alps Chill in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 22: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Move on to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
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Day 23: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next it’s on to free-wheeling Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 24: Amsterdam Explore the myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 25: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Code: CCBE summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
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24 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 5 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 5 nights in hostels (more on p.42-43) 41 meals included in Food Fund: 24 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 16 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £89. See p.19 for details.
15 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Day 17: Vienna to Munich Today we’ll head to Munich, home to the iconic Oktoberfest. On arrival, explore the city sights or head to one of the city’s famous beer halls tonight for dinner & taste of their famous drop. Hostel (B) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
Parc Guell, Barcelona
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Day 18: Munich to Austrian Tyrol Make a sobering stop at Dachau this morning, before a change of scene in the Austrian Tyrol, with its all-round adrenalin rush. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Visit the Dachau memorial
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Monaco Casino
Contiki’s French Château
Amsterdam
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All roads lead to Rome... By day: If you’re looking for a
Taste: The best food in the city
break from the sights, head to Villa Borghese. You can hire a golf cart for an hour to cruise around people watching, or grab a drink & snacks & just lay in the sun. There is also free WiFi so you can jump online & boast about your adventures to your mates.
at Restaurant ‘34’. The unbeatable caprese salad, freshly caught seafood & rustic atmosphere make this hidden gem a must-visit every time you’re in Rome.
By night: The best place to party with the locals is the Trastevere. Start with dinner at Taverna della Scala, then head to Nylon Bar. Its modern vibe attracts the young local crowd, with great drinks, good wine & great DJs on deck. Beige bar is another favourite with its cool interior, moody vibe & great music.
We love: Hiring a bike & hitting the streets. Rome’s not usually known for exploring other than on foot, but grabbing a bike & a map & seeing the sights by bike mean you can see even more.
Europe By day: Head to the top of the Institut du Monde Arabe overlooking the River Seine. Off the tourist track, you can practise your French on the locals & experience some of the city’s best views at the same time. Get your threads at: Free P’ Star in Bastille. If you’re after some chaotic fun, then this place is for you. It’s packed with all kinds of finds, from vintage, 80s, dresses & bags to hats it’s the perfect place for the ultimate rummage. Or, for French fashion at its best, head to Rue Saint Honore. Home to almost every high end fashion like Dior, Hermes & Chanel – it’s one of the most fashionable streets in the world. Lay your towel down at: Ile de la Cite in summer. In the middle of the Seine River, it transforms into a beach paradise with sand &
umbrellas. Just sit back & watch the world go by.
Love it live: The place to head for music is Universal Café. Be instantly transported back to the 1950s, when Paris was the jazz capital of the world. With nightly live music, it’s always packed with regulars & passers by alike. Our tip: on Tuesdays, it’s an open jam session if you’re keen to get involved.
By night: It’s got to be the ultra chic Latin Quarter, for off the beaten track cafes & bars. Pop into Le Pop-In, in Bastille. With its shabby chic mismatched furniture, this cute (or should we say, tiny) spot is the place to go for live music. With weekly performances by Paris’s hottest up & coming bands – it’s the ultimate place to say “I heard it there first”.
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The fast track to Amsterdam’s finest By day: Our hidden spot to play with the funky Amsterdam-ers is Blijburg city beach. It’s the perfect place to chill, catch some rays, swim during the day & party at night. Join in a game of water volleyball, or grab some lunch & listen to some live music.
By night: The ONLY place to party is Escape Club on Rembrandts Plain. It’s one of Europe’s biggest clubs, packed with people & international DJ’s spinning some of the latest tracks. Our tip? Dress to impress!
entrance & be ready to walk up a very steep flight of stairs to find it, but it’s worth it! The owner lives upstairs & does most of the cooking - our favourites are apple & bacon, or the bacon & cheese.
Go local at: Waterlooplein flea markets. There are hundreds of market stalls full of vintage bags, brooches as well as classic trash & treasure items. From cheap guitars, to random CD’s, books & paintings, take time to chat to the laid back locals & pick up some unique local gems from your trip to Amsterdam.
Taste: Pancakes at the Upstairs Pannenkoekenhuis (the upstairs pancake house!) Find the small
Europe is home to some of the world’s coolest cities, but finding inspiring places off the beaten track can be tough. Our On-road Team know what’s hot. With the help of our Tour Managers Alex, Jude, Jon & Lara, we’ve pulled together a list of the best places to eat, shop & play.
By day: See the still-visible reminders of the tumultuous history of 20th Century Germany: head to the rebuilt Reichstag, the Topography of Terror, the uplifting East Side Gallery & the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church.
Treat your tastebuds: To a true Berliner currywurst at Konnopke Imbiss. Since 1930 it has been selling Berlin’s favourite snack it’s the oldest imbiss (snack stand) in the city & still the best.
For something girly: Treat yourself to an afternoon cocktail or two with a view to die for at the top of the Fernsehturm (TV tower). It’s the tallest structure in Germany & perfect place to enjoy a drink with the girls & enjoy a 360° view of the city.
For the true treasure hunters: No visit to Berlin is complete without a rummage through RAW markets on a Sunday. You can bargain for anything here too & the friendly locals are always up for teaching you some German. Enjoy live music, whilst indulging on a strong coffee & some local treats like waffles & wurst.
By night: Get the raw & real Berlin experience at the Kunsthaus Tacheles art collective in the Mitte District. It’s art, photography, bars & clubs in an old bombed-out shopping centre.
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European Contrasts 29 Days 12 Countries France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £2445pp* £85 per day
Capitoline Hill, Rome
GO
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND London
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL
St Goar
BELGIUM
2 PRAGUE
Valley of the Somme
Cesky Krumlov
Dachau
2 MUNICH
Fontainebleau
SWITZ Beaujolais Region
2 SWISS ALPS
CHATEAU 2 DE CRUIX
Liechtenstein Lucerne Dolomite Mountains
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
Croatia
Bosnia
2 FLORENCE
Serbia
• French Château, Corfu Beach Resort, Austrian Gasthof, Swiss Chalet - Special Stopovers • French Riviera, Florence, Rome, Venice - Contiki Villages • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
ADRIATIC SEA
Montenegro
Vatican City
2 ROME
Macedonia
Mt. Vesuvius Pompeii
Explore more: optional activities
Albania
Brindisi
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
ITALY
1
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Plus Hungary
Slovenia
1 VENICE Pisa
Slovakia
2 VIENNA
1 AUSTRIA TYROL
Burgundy Region
Spain
CZECH REP
Heidelberg
2 PARIS FRANCE
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Go Greek at our legendary toga party on Corfu • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam - plus more
Poland GERMANY
Ruhr Valley
Only Contiki includes
1
GREECE
3 CORFU
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CORINTH CANAL
Paris Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Corfu Island sailing cruise Venice Gondola ride along the canals Vienna Mozart & Strauss classical music concert Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Visit contiki.com/contrasts-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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From beaches & bikinis, escargot & Champagne to fast paced city exploring & chilled out countryside adventures - this tour gives you it all. We keep it fresh, with no destination being quite like the next.
DON’T MISS
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Florence is the city for art. Even if you’re a novice, checking out the Duomo or Galleria dell’Accademia is a must do experience.
European Contrasts 29 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel & on to France. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Travel through wine country to Contiki’s very own 16th century Château. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See Château Fontainebleau See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region Relax at the Château & enjoy a scenic walk & picnic. Contiki Special Stopover (B,PL,D) French picnic lunch
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Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera Travel through Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. Rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monte Carlo! Contiki Village (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 6: French Riviera Today, sun worship on the beach & practice celebrity-spotting. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 7: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 8: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s favourite cities. Later, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demo
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Day 9: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
Day 10: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 11: Rome to Corfu Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Adriatic Ferry (B) Days 12-14: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)(B)(B,D) Day 15: Corfu to Italy Cruise to the enchanting port of Venice. Adriatic Ferry (B) Day 16: Arrival Venice Meander through the tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & markets. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges Palace & St Mark’s Square
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Day 17: Venice to Vienna Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna. Hostel (B) Day 18: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander the city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! Hostel (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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Day 19: Vienna to Prague Stop at the World Heritage listed town, Český Krumlov, as you travel through Bohemia to Prague, the “City of a Thousand Spires”. Hostel (B,D) Visit the medieval town of Český Krumlov
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How much & when Day 23: Munich to Austrian Tyrol Experience the stunning Alpine scenery as we head to the cool Tyrolean village of Hopfgarten. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 24: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & quaint lakeside Lucerne before reaching the incredible Swiss Alps. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 25: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world when you opt in for a cog railway ride up to the snowcovered Jungfrau Mountain. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 26: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Move on through Heidelberg, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
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Day 27: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next it’s on to free-wheeling Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 28: Amsterdam Check out the museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 29: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Day 20: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, beer & Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
Code: CCSE summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
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400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400
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2012 Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
5 May 19 May 27 May 3 May 7 Jun 11 Jun 21 Jun 25 Jun 27 Jun 4 Jul 8 Jul 17 Jul 20 Jul 24 Jul 6 Aug 8 Aug 10 Aug 12 Aug 14 Aug 20 Aug 26 Aug 1 Aug 5 Sep 11 Sep 17 Sep 19 Sep 23 Sep 25 Sep 29 Sep 31 Sep 6 ● Oct 8 ● Oct 12 ● Oct
3 17 25 31 4 8 18 22 24 2 6 15 18 22 3 5 7 9 11 17 23 29 2 8 14 16 20 22 26 28 4 6 10
26 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 3 nights in Contiki’s Corfu hotel, 1 night in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 7 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 5 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 6 nights in hostels, +2 nights on board ferries (more on p.42-43) 44 meals included in Food Fund: 28 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 15 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £109. See p.19 for details.
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
17 World Heritage sites visited
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Day 21: Prague to Munich Head to Germany & into Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 22: Munich Explore the cultural side of Munich. There’s world-class museums, shopping & lots of traditional food & beer gardens. Hostel (B)
Notre Dame, Paris
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From £3199pp* £87 per day
The Trechtheion Temple at the Acropolis, Athens NORTH SEA
IRISH SEA
Edam
Wales
NETHERLANDS
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Poland Poland GERMANY
Ruhr Valley London
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
St Goar
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
Heidelberg
MUNICH 1
3 PARIS Versailles Burgundy Region
SWITZ
FRANCE ATLANTIC OCEAN
SWISS 2 ALPS
CHATEAU 2 DE CRUIX
Liechtenstein
Hungary
SLOVENIA
Lake Bled Verona
2 VENICE
1 LJUBLJANA
Pyrenees Mountains
SPAIN
2 BARCELONA
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
BOSNIA
2 FLORENCE
1 ZADAR
ITALY
Split
Serbia
2 DUBROVNIK
ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
Romania
CROATIA
Apennine Mountains Arles
Ukraine
2 AUSTRIA TYROL
Lucerne
Pisa
Slovakia S ki Slovakia
VIENNA 2
MONTENEGRO
2 ROME Mt. Vesuvius
Bulgaria
Macedonia
1 DURRES
Bari
Pompeii
ALBANIA GREECE
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
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Beach bum? Love it cultural? Want them both? You can. Dunk yourself into the pool of Europe as you discover Amsterdam’s hidden spots, wonder at the sights of the Eternal City, cruise the Croatian coast, hit the beach in Greece & more.
red leader: It changed me by showing me how fun and beautiful the world is and how, as cliché as it may sound, we are only young once.
HUNGRY? Make sure you have a delicious meal in Piazza della Rotunda in Rome for a fantastic view of the Pantheon.
Concept European Adventurer 37 Days What’s Included: 35 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 3 nights in Mykonos Beach Resort, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 10 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 8 nights in hostels, +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.42-43) 59 meals included in Food Fund: 36 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 22 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
Florence
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Only Contiki includes
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Enjoy amazing vistas, baguettes & brie on our French countryside picnic • Rub shoulders with the rich & famous with a visit to a Monte Carlo casino in the sunny French Riveria • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Learn about the birthplace of modern society on a locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town & historic streets • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam
Plus
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
• French Château, Mykonos Beach Resort, Austrian Gasthof, Swiss Chalet - Special Stopovers • French Riviera, Venice, Florence, Rome - Contiki Villages • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Explore more: optional activities Barcelona Flamenco dancing show Florence Nightclub entry Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Dubrovnik Island cruise & swimming Vienna Viennese dinner Tyrol Mountain bike ride & BBQ lunch • Whitewater rafting adventure Munich Bavarian beer hall dinner & entertainment Swiss Alps Cog railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Visit contiki.com/adventurer-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to Paris. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Days 2-3: Paris Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to beautiful Château Versailles. Hotel (B,D)(B) See Château Versailles (entrance not included)
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Day 4: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Travel through Burgundy’s wine country to Contiki’s very own 16th century Château. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region Relax at the Contiki Château & immerse yourself in the
rural French countryside on a scenic walk & picnic. Contiki Special Stopover (B,PL,D) Day 6: Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona Head through the majestic Pyrénées Mountains to Barcelona. Hostel (B,D)
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £139. See p.19 for details.
20 World Heritage sites visited
Day 7: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! Hostel (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through the charmingly rustic region of Provence to Arles. Then it’s on to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit the historic city of Arles
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Day 9: French Riviera Stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Contiki Village (B,D)
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Itinerary & sightseeing Continued
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Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
Day 10: French Riviera to Venice Head to the Italian countryside, past the ancient maritime city of Genoa, stop in Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona before we head to Venice. Contiki Village (B,D) See Juliet’s balcony & the Roman Arena
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Day 11: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 12: Venice to Florence Snake through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & check out its architectural wonder before rolling through the Tuscan hillsides to Florence. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 13: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s favourite cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 14: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B)
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See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City Day 15: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 16: Rome to Athens Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B) Day 17: To Athens From Patras, cross the impressive Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. Hotel (B) See the first modern Olympic Stadium Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide Day 18: Athens to Mykonos Hop aboard a ferry to the Greek island paradise of Mykonos. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
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Days 19-20: Mykonos Hang out for a few days in this Aegean paradise with its azure seas, golden beaches & young, vibrant party culture. Contiki Special Stopover (B)(B) Visit Mykonos town See traditional Cycladic style houses See the famous windmills Day 21: Mykonos to Preveza Back to Greece’s mainland, we make our way through the mountains to Preveza. Hotel (B,D) Day 22: Preveza to Durres Travel into Albania & wind through the dramatic mountains & along the Adriatic Coast. Hotel (B,D)
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Day 23: Durres to Dubrovnik Continue along the sparkling coastline through tiny Montenegro toward the picturesque, ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. Hostel (B,D) Scenic drive along the Croatian coastline
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Day 24: Dubrovnik Find historic buildings, modern galleries, ancient sculptures & amazing seafood in this World Heritage site. Hostel (B) See the fortified city & Old Port
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Day 25: Dubrovnik to Zadar Move up the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in beautiful Split & then travel on to Zadar. Hostel (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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Day 26: Zadar to Ljubljana Take off from the seaside city & cruise on into Slovenia’s capital with its alternative youth & student culture. Hotel (B) See the castle & old town
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Day 27: Ljubljana to Vienna Skirt past picture perfect Lake Bled on the road to Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna. Hostel (B) See picturesque Lake Bled
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Day 28: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander this picture book city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! Hostel (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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Day 29: Vienna to Austrian Tyrol Be ‘wowed’ by the Austrian Alps stunning alpine scenery en route to Contiki’s own Tyrolean Gasthof. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 30: Austrian Tyrol Choose your adventure – action-packed outdoor activities include tandem paragliding, hiking & mountain biking! Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)
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See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
Day 31: Austrian Tyrol to Munich Wind down out of the mountains to lively Munich, home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 32: Munich to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne for Swiss chocolate before reaching our Contiki stopover in the Swiss Alps. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 33: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up the Jungfrau Mountain. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 34: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Move on through Heidelberg, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
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Day 35: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next it’s on to free-wheeling Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
How much & when Code: CCPB summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
2659 2659 2745 2745 2815 2815 2815 2815 2815 2815 2815 2815 2949 2949 2949 2885 2885 2885 2885
540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540 540
3199 3199 3285 3285 3355 3355 3355 3355 3355 3355 3355 3355 3489 3489 3489 3425 3425 3425 3425
2012 Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
17 May 27 Jun 8 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jun 22 Jun 25 Jun 5 Jul 8 Jul 15 Jul 22 Jul 29 Aug 17 Aug 20 Aug 7 Sep 18 Sep 24 ● Sep 1 ● Oct 4 ● Oct
23 2 13 16 23 27 30 11 14 21 28 4 22 25 12 23 29 7 10
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
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Day 36: Amsterdam Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 37: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Locally guided tour of Athens
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London to Athens
Concept London to Athens 21 Days
21 Days 6 Countries France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece
From £1895pp* £91 per day
George’s Boat Cruise, Corfu
GO
NORTH SEA
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Italian food & fashion experience • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Go Greek at our legendary toga party in Corfu • Guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis - plus more
Netherlands
ENGLAND London
Dover
Poland
Germany
Belgium
Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
3 PARIS
Slovakia
Versailles Fontainebleau Burgundy Region
Austria
FRANCE Beaujolais Region
Switz
CHATEAU 2 DE CRUIX
Hungary
Slovenia
2 VENICE
Serravalle (Designer outlet mall)
Pyrenees Mountains
Only Contiki includes
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
Apennine Mountains
Pisa
Bosnia
2 FLORENCE
Serbia ITALY
SPAIN MEDITERRANEAN SEA 2 BARCELONA
Romania
Croatia
Vatican City
ADRIATIC SEA
Montenegro
2 ROME
• French Château, Corfu Beach Resort - Special Stopovers • French Riviera, Venice, Florence, Rome - Contiki Villages • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Explore more: optional activities
Brindisi
Albania
1
IONIAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Special Stopover night
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Macedonia
Mt. Vesuvius Pompeii
Bulgaria
Plus
GREECE
3 CORFU Corinth Canal
1 ATHENS
Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Barcelona Flamenco dance show Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided city walking tour Florence Tuscan dinner Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Pompeii Guided tour of the ancient city Corfu Water sports including parasailing & waterskiing Athens Dinner in the famous Plaka area Visit contiki.com/london-athens-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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London to Athens
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Days 2-3: Paris Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the illustrious Château Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. Hotel (B,D)(B) See Château Versailles (entrance not included)
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Day 4: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Stop at Fontainebleau before winding through Burgundy’s wine country to reach Contiki’s very own 16th century Château nestled in the Beaujolais vineyards. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See 12th century Château Fontainbleau See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
The Arc de Triomphe
What’s Included: 19 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 3 nights in Contiki’s Corfu hotel, 8 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 4 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 2 nights in a hostel, +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.42-43) 34 meals included in Food Fund: 20 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 13 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £85. See p.19 for details.
13 World Heritage sites visited
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How much & when Code: CCLG summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Athens
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
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Day 7: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! Hostel (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through the rustic region of Provence to Arles, once home to Vincent van Gogh. Then onward to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 9: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 10: French Riviera to Venice Grab yourself some bargains this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop for designer threads at an outlet mall in Serravalle en route to Venice. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region Relax at the Contiki Château & immerse yourself in the French countryside on a scenic walk & picnic. Contiki Special Stopover (B,PL,D) French picnic lunch
Day 11: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals
Day 6: Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona Head to southern France, through the majestic Pyrénées Mountains, on to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona. Hostel (B,D)
Day 12: Venice to Florence Travel through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & check out its architectural wonder before rolling through the Tuscan hillsides to Renaissance Florence. Contiki Village (B,D)
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See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Day 13: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demo
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Day 14: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 15: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 16: Rome to Corfu Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross southern Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B) Days 17-19: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)(B)(B,D) Day 20: Corfu to Athens Leave the island & travel across the impressive Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. Hotel (B) Day 21: Athens After visiting the ancient sites, it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am London or 5:00pm Paris & ends approx. 12:30pm in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. Contiki’s French Château
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London to Athens + Greek Island Hopping
Code: CLGI summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Athens
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
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320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320
2849 2849 2919 2919 2959 2889 2955 2955 2985 3025 2985 2985 2985 2985 3025 2985 3025 3025 3115 3115 3185 3185 3145 3185 3185 3115 3185 3185 3185 3019 3049 3019 3019
2012
33 Days, 6 Countries From £2849pp* £87 per day Santorini
More time? Spend more time working on your tan & exploring the Greek Islands by adding a Greek Island Hopping tour to your London to Athens tour. For a more detailed itinerary, sightseeing & optional activities for days 22-33, see p.138-139.
CORINTH CANAL Piraeus
3 ATHENS
AEGEAN SEA
MYKONOS 3
GREECE
IOS 3
Itinerary & sightseeing Days 1-21: London to Athens Refer to London to Athens map, itinerary & sightseeing described on p.63-64. In the afternoon of day 21, you will be transferred to meet your fellow travellers on our Greek Island Hopping tour.
3
SANTORINI Places visited Nightstops Special Stopover night
Day 22: Athens. (B) Day 23: Athens to Mykonos. (B,D) Days 24-25: Mykonos. (B)(B) Day 26: Mykonos to Santorini. (B,D)
Explore more: optionals
Days 27-28: Santorini. (B)(B) Day 29: Santorini to Ios. (B,D) Days 30-31: Ios. (B)(B) Day 32: Ios to Athens. (B) Day 33: Depart Athens. Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
Refer to p.63 plus Santorini Visit Oia at sunset • Boat trip to the Volcano’s core Ios Island cruise on a traditional sailing boat
Apr Apr May May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep
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A B B B A
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24 27 2 5 8 11 17 20 26 2 5 8 11 14 20 23 26 29 29 1 7 13 16 22 25 25 31 6 9 12 18 21 3
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
From £1455pp* £91 per day
Stuck for time? It’s no problem if time is a little tight, you can choose to finish early & end your tour in Rome visiting 5 countries in 16 days.
Wine tasting at Contiki’s Château
Itinerary & sightseeing Days 1-15: London to Rome Refer to London to Athens map, itinerary & included sightseeing described on p.62-63. Day 16: Rome Say your farewells & swap addresses as your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
Start London or Paris
Finish Rome
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr Apr May May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep
22 25 1 4 6 11 17 20 25 30 3 6 9 12 17 21 23 26 28 1 5 11 15 20 23 25 29 4 7 12 17 21 2
May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
1185 1185 1215 1215 1215 1215 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1245 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1275 1275 1275 1275
270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270 270
1455 1455 1485 1485 1485 1485 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1589 1545 1545 1545 1545
7 10 16 19 21 26 1 4 9 14 18 21 24 27 2 6 8 11 13 16 20 26 30 4 7 9 13 19 22 27 1 5 17
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
Explore Rome in your free time
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Code: CCLR summer 2012
2012
16 Days, 5 Countries
Refer to p.63 (except Pompeii, Corfu & Athens)
Concept London to Athens +Greek Islands 33 Days What’s Included: 31 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 3 nights in Contiki’s Corfu hotel, 3 nights in Mykonos Beach Resort, 8 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 13 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 2 nights in a hostel, +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.42-43) 49 meals included in Food Fund: 32 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 16 dinners (D) For all other inclusions see p.64
£
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 8:00am in Athens. A - These departures stay one more night in Athens code: CLGA B - These departures stay one less night in Athens code: CLGB For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
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with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 7:30am in Rome. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £135. See p.19 for details.
13 World Heritage sites visited
Concept London to Rome 16 Days What’s Included: 15 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 8 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 3 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 2 nights in a hostel (more on p.42-43) 27 meals included in Food Fund: 15 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 11 dinners (D) For all other inclusions see p.64
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £65. See p.19 for details.
10 World Heritage sites visited
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Ultimate European + Egypt or Greek Island options 45 Days 16/17 Countries France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Egypt (Egypt option only), Turkey, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £3959pp* £88 per day
NORTH SEA
Belarus
NETHERLANDS
Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
Poland
Ruhr Valley London
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais
St Goar
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Ukraine Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
Versailles
Heidelberg
MUNICH 1
3 PARIS
Fontainebleau Burgundy Region
FRANCE
SWITZ
2 SWISS ALPS
CHATEAU 2 DE CRUIX
Liechtenstein
Lucerne
BARCELONA 2
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
2 BUDAPEST
Slovenia
Romania Croatia
1 BELGRADE
Bosnia
2 FLORENCE
SERBIA
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
N
Dolomite Mountains
Slovakia
HUNGARY
Apennine Mountains Pisa
Arles
AUSTRIA 2 TYROL
2 VENICE
Serravalle (Designer outlet mall)
Pyrenees Mountains
VIENNA 1
ITALY
Vatican City
ADRIATIC SEA
BULGARIA
2 ROME
Macedonia
Mt. Vesuvius
Pompeii
1 SOFIA
Montenegro
Brindisi
BLACK SEA
KAVALA 1
Gallipoli
Albania Troy
1 2 CORFU IONIAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
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ISTANBUL 3 1 CANAKKALE
GREECE TURKEY Thermopylae Corinth Canal
EGYPT OPTION & map see p.69
2 ATHENS
GREEK ISLAND OPTION & map see p.69
Contiki’s French Château
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www.contiki.com/ultimate
Got time to take a real European summer holiday? This is your ultimate trip. With 45 days you’ll get Europe’s keys sites (& more). Plus you can tailor your trip the way you want - mix it up with Egypt or the Greek Islands - it’s up to you.
daremetotravel.com: “Ok, so…would I do it again? Yes! The only thing I would of changed was I would of done it sooner!”
TRAVEL TIP A disposable wardrobe is so worth it on a long trip. Spend a few days in London beforehand & head to Oxford St for an endless supply of fashionable bargains.
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Concept Ultimate European 45 Days What’s Included: 42/43 nights accommodation (see p.69 for full breakdown of accommodation for Egypt & Greek Island options) 72 meals included in Food Fund (Egypt option) (see p.69 for full breakdown of meals) 69 meals included in Food Fund (Greek Island option) (see p.69 for full breakdown of meals) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Contiki’s exclusive on-site teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
Meet the locals!
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Only Contiki includes
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) with Champagne & escargot • Italian food & fashion experience • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Party in a toga in Corfu • Visit the famous Wooden Horse of Troy with our local guide • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & ANZAC cove • The Blue Mosque, the Galata Bridge, the Spice Markets - discover Istanbul with our expert local guide • From pharaohs to mummies - locally guided tours of the Egyptian Museum & the Pyramids of Giza • Tour the Valley of the Kings with a local Egyptian expert • Experience the Nile on a traditional felucca sailing boat
Plus
Plus Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
• French Château, Corfu Beach Resort, Austrian Gasthof, Swiss Chalet - Special Stopovers • French Riviera, Venice, Florence, Rome - Contiki Villages • Contiki On-site Teams - Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers
Explore more: optional activities Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne Barcelona Flamenco dance show Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided walking tour Florence Tuscan dinner • Nightclub entry Pompeii Guided tour of the ancient city Istanbul Belly-dancing evening & dinner Vienna Viennese dinner Tyrol Whitewater rafting adventure Swiss Alps Cog railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar Visit contiki.com/ultimate-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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The Leaning Tower, Pisa
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Journey past World War I battlefields to the glittering “City of Lights.” Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region Relax at the Contiki Château & immerse yourself in the French countryside on a scenic walk & picnic. Contiki Special Stopover (B,PL,D)
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Day 6: Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona Head to southern France, through the Pyrénées Mountains, en route to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona. Hostel (B,D)
Days 2-3: Paris Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the illustrious Château Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. Hotel (B,D)(B) See Château Versailles (entrance not included)
Day 7: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! Hostel (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 4: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region Stop at Fontainebleau before winding through Burgundy’s wine country to reach Contiki’s very own 16th century Château nestled in the Beaujolais vineyards. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See 12th century Château Fontainbleau See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Ferry crossings
Anzac Day 28th March departure. We overnight at the Dawn Service Site on the evening of 24/25th April. Join the National Services at Lone Pine & Chunuk Bair.
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Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through the charmingly rustic region of Provence to Arles, once the home of Vincent van Gogh. Then it’s onward to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Hire a bike in the Tyrol
Rome
Corfu
Itinerary & sightseeing Continued Day 9: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 10: French Riviera to Venice Grab yourself some bargains this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop for designer threads at an outlet mall in Serravalle en route to Venice. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 11: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 12: Venice to Florence Snake through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & check out its architectural wonder before rolling through the Tuscan hillsides to Renaissance Florence. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 13: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings
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& sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 14: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 15: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 16: Rome to Corfu Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross southern Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B) Days 17-18: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D)(B) Day 19: Corfu to Athens Leave the island & travel across the impressive Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. Hotel (B,D)
Days 20-26 You choose! There’s either an Egypt or Greek Island option. See p.69. Day 27: Athens to Kavala Journey along Greece’s coastline, past Mt. Olympus, to harbourside Kavala. Hotel (B,D) Drive past Spartan Thermopylae & Byzantine Thessaloniki
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Day 28: Kavala to Canakkale Ferry across the Dardanelles to the quaint port city of Canakkale. Hotel (B,D) Visit Troy’s Wooden Horse with a local guide
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Day 29: Canakkale to Istanbul Make a pilgrimage through the historic Gallipoli battlefields en route to the cultural melting pot of Istanbul. Hotel (B) Journey along the Sea of Marmara Visit Lone Pine Cemetery See ANZAC Cove
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Days 30-31: Istanbul Savour an incredible mosaic of sights in this diverse city where East literally meets West. Hotel (B,D)(B) See the Blue Mosque & the Grand Bazaar with a local guide
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Day 32: Istanbul to Sofia Traverse the plains of Bulgaria to Sofia, a city with a curious blend of Socialist heritage & modern Euro living. Hotel (B,D) See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
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Day 33: Sofia to Belgrade Uncover the surprising beauty of Serbia & the ragged charm of its capital, Belgrade. Hotel (B,D) See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town
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Day 34: Belgrade to Budapest Go north along the Danube River & find a lively arts, café & music scene in the “Paris of the East.” Hotel (B) Day 35: Budapest Get into the historical past of this fascinating centuries-old city, split in two by the Danube River into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. Tonight, go local & find a cool little restaurant & people watch. Hotel (B) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
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Day 36: Budapest to Vienna Get ready for a cultural fix as we head to Austria’s capital, Vienna. Hostel (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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Day 40: Munich to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne for chocolate before reaching the Contiki Chalet in the Swiss Alps. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 41: Swiss Alps Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up to the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 42: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Move on through Heidelberg, known for its Baroque old town & lively student ambiance, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D)
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See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
Day 43: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 44: Amsterdam Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 45: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Day 37: Vienna to Austrian Tyrol Experience the stunning Alpine scenery as we head to the cool Tyrolean village of Hopfgarten. Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) Day 38: Austrian Tyrol Choose your own adventure in the mountains of the Tyrol - exhilarating outdoor activities include tandem paragliding, hiking & mountain biking! Contiki Special Stopover (B,D) See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
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Day 39: Austrian Tyrol to Munich Wind down out of the mountains to lively Munich, home of the famous Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Flamenco show, Barcelona
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Ultimate European + Egypt option
Code: CCUE summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
3475 3475 3475 3475 3575 3575 3669 3669 3669 3669 3889 3889 3889 3889 3889 3889 3759 3759 3759 3759
610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610 610
4085 4085 4085 4085 4185 4185 4279 4279 4279 4279 4499 4499 4499 4499 4499 4499 4369 4369 4369 4369
2012
45 Days, 17 Countries
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
From £4085pp*
Israel
Giza
2 CAIRO EZ SU OF LF GU
£91 per day
1
EGYPT
THE NILE
1 RED SEA 1 LUXOR Karnak
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 20: Athens to Cairo Visit the ancient sites & experience this bustling city. Later, fly out to Cairo. Hotel (B) See the first modern Olympic Stadium Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide
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Day 21: Cairo Sightseeing - overnight train to Aswan Step into this intense, 24/7 city where ancient meets modern. Stare in awe at the Sphinx & the monumental Pyramids of Giza. Overnight train (B,D) Guided tour of the Great Pyramids & Sphinx
•
RED SEA
Edfu
Places visited 1 or more nightstops
1 ASWAN LAKE NASSAR
Mar Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug
28 May 11 May 15 May 29 Jun 6 Jun 13 Jun 16 Jun 27 Jul 10 Jul 24 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 22 Sep 2 Sep 5 Sep 10 Sep 14 Sep 19 ● Oct 22 ● Oct 26 ● Oct
11 25 29 12 19 26 29 10 24 7 14 21 4 15 18 23 27 2 5 9
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
Day 22: Aswan Unwind in Egypt’s southernmost city & enjoy its distinctive African atmosphere. There’s the chance to see the Tomb of Aga Khan high up on the West Bank. Hotel (B) Sail on a felucca See the Aga Khan Mausoleum
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Day 23: Aswan to Luxor Opt for an excursion to the temple of Abu Simbel, then follow the Nile River to Luxor. Hotel (B,D) Day 24: Luxor to Red Sea Be amazed by the sheer volume
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of monuments & royal burial sites around Luxor. Later, travel across the desert to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada. Hotel (B,D) Day 25: Red Sea to Cairo Laze on the white sand beaches or snorkel the amazing coral reefs. Later, it’s back to the bustling capital. Hotel (B) Day 26: Cairo to Athens This morning we’ll fly from Cairo back to Athens, where you will rejoin your fellow travellers for the rest of your adventure. Hotel (B)
Refer to p.67 plus Aswan Visit the Temple of Ramses II • Light show at Philae Temple Luxor Visit an Egyptian village
with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
+ Greek Island option
£
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GREECE
From £3959pp*
CORINTH CANAL
£88 per day
Piraeus
ATHENS AEGEAN SEA
3 IOS 3 SANTORINI
Itinerary & sightseeing
Code: CUEG summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
3369 3369 3369 3369 3465 3465 3555 3555 3555 3555 3765 3765 3765 3765 3765 3765 3639 3639 3639 3639
590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590
3959 3959 3959 3959 4055 4055 4145 4145 4145 4145 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4229 4229 4229 4229
2012
45 Days, 16 Countries
Places visited 1 or more nightstops
Mar Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug
28 May 11 May 15 May 29 Jun 6 Jun 13 Jun 16 Jun 27 Jul 10 Jul 24 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 22 Sep 2 Sep 5 Sep 10 Sep 14 Sep 19 ● Oct 22 ● Oct 26 ● Oct
11 25 29 12 19 26 29 10 24 7 14 21 4 15 18 23 27 2 5 9
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
Day 20: Athens to Ios Visit the ancient sites & feel the gritty urban soul of this bustling city. Then cruise to the Greek island gem of Ios. Hotel (B) Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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Days 21-22: Ios Find a spot to lay down your towel, either chill out poolside or on soft, sandy beaches for the
day. Grab a cocktail & keep working on your tan. Later, get caught up in the night-life of this ultimate party island. Hotel (B)(B) Visit Ios town
•
Day 23: Ios to Santorini Sail to Santorini, famous for its blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. You could head out to a little taverna for an authentic local meal - trying saganaki is a must! Hotel (B)
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Days 24-25: Santorini Climb twisting stone steps, ride a donkey or catch a cable car up to a cliff-top town. Or take a boat ride out to the volcanic island, Nea Kameni. Hotel (B)(B) Visit the main town of Fira
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Day 26: Santorini to Athens Set sail back to mainland Greece for your final night in the Greek capital. It’s time to rejoin your fellow travellers for the rest of your adventure. Hotel (B)
Refer to p.67 plus Santorini Visit Oia at sunset Ios Island cruise on a traditional sailing boat
Concept Ultimate European + Egypt 45 Days What’s Included: 42 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Corfu hotel, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 22 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 4 nights in hostels, +1 night on board a ferry, +1 overnight train (sleeper seat) (more on p.42-43) 72 meals included in Food Fund: 44 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 27 dinners (D) Return air transfer from Athens to Cairo For all other inclusions see p.67
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with many free upgrades to twin-share. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Tour starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
World Heritage sites visited
Concept Ultimate European + Greece 45 Days What’s Included: 43 nights accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Corfu hotel, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village cabins, 23 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 4 nights in hostels, +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.42-43) 69 meals included in Food Fund: 44 breakfasts (B) 1 picnic lunch (PL) 24 dinners (D) Local ferry transfers Athens to Ios, Ios to Santorini, Santorini to Athens For all other inclusions see p.67
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World Heritage sites visited
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Greek Island Adventurer 9 Days 3 Islands Mykonos, Paros, Santorini
From £789pp* £88 per day
Santorini
CORINTH CANAL
AEGEAN SEA
2
ATHENS
TURKEY
GREECE
2 MYKONOS 2 PAROS
2 SANTORINI MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Nightstops
Explore more: optional activities Mykonos Local Greek feast • Paradise Beach day trip Paros Island cruise on a traditional sailing boat Santorini Visit Oia at sunset Visit contiki.com/greek-adventurer-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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With amazing beaches, incredible food & epic nightlife, Greece is where it’s at. Get on island time & party up a storm in Mykonos, then chill out in Paros & stunning Santorini. Finish up with some ancient history in the country’s capital, Athens.
TRAVEL TIP
LadyRainbow: There’s plenty of time to swim, check out the beaches and shops & dine on delicious Greek cuisine.
Concept
You’ll need some sunnies for this tour, so head over to Optika Xristodoulos in Athens to pick up some stylish vintage shades.
Greek Island Adventurer 9 Days What’s Included: 8 nights accomodation: 6 nights quad-share guesthouse accommodation, 2 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share (more on p.42-43) 1 meal: 1 continental breakfast (B) An experienced & professional Tour Manager Ferry crossings (tourist class on all journeys) & coach transfers Guesthouse & hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
Athens
£
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1 World Heritage sites visited
Mykonos
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start Athens Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon delving into the city’s historical past. This evening meet up with your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers. Why not get together for a tasty & authentic Greek meal tonight? Hotel Visit the famous Plaka area
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Day 2: Athens to Mykonos Hop on board a ferry in the morning & head to the popular Aegean paradise of Mykonos. If you’re feeling up for it, start your adventure right & get your island bearings on a walking tour before indulging in a tasty, local meal. Guesthouse (B) Day 3: Mykonos Hang out on this island famous for its golden beaches, cosmopolitan atmosphere & party culture. Wander through the tiny streets & whitewashed cube houses, or head to stunning Paradise Beach for
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some water sports & maybe a night out. Guesthouse Visit Mykonos town
buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. Guesthouse
Day 4: Mykonos to Paros Cruise through the Cyclades Islands to the ultra chilled island of Paros, with its traditional Greek vibes, cool beaches & cute fishing villages. Hit the beach, shop or maybe head to Naoussa village for a look at this cute seaside spot. Later, hit up Parikia by night! Guesthouse
Day 7: Santorini With a free day, maybe ride a donkey or take a cable car up to the cliff-top town of Fira. There’s also the option to visit Oia & catch a panoramic view of the island’s submerged volcano & sip on a cocktail. Guesthouse
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Day 5: Paros Spend the day relaxing on island time. There’s the option of a Caique cruise of the nearby islands & beaches for a spot of swimming. You could also go exploring on Antiparos island or simply chill on one of Paros’ three main beaches. Guesthouse Day 6: Paros to Santorini Sail to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for simple blue & white
Day 8: Santorini to Athens Set sail back to mainland Greece & the mythological city of Athens. You could toast the end of your tour with a farewell dinner then head out for a final night with the group. Hotel Day 9: End Athens The tour ends after check out & it’s time to say farewell to your new travel buddies. Please note: Days 1 & 9 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
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Start Athens
Finish Athens
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
835 835 835 809 809 809
2012 20 3 17 1 8 15 22
Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
21 28 4 18 1 15
29 5 12 26 9 23
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this tour. Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 8:00am in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Paros
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Scandinavia & Russia all hotels & hostels 26 Days 8 Countries Germany (start Berlin option), Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Russia, Belarus, Poland
From £2715pp* £105 per day
Voss
GO HONNINGSVÅG 2
• Cruise the stunning Geiranger Fjord • Fly to the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle • Take a polar plunge dip in the Arctic Circle • A locally guided tour of historical St. Petersburg • Visit the Peterhof Gardens & fountains • Locally guided tour of the Hermitage, former home of the Russian Tsars • Locally guided tour of Novgorod • Discover the rich history & culture of Moscow & the Kremlin on our locally guided tour • Great ringside seats at the Moscow Circus • See the birthplace of communist Russia on our locally guided tour of Minsk • Locally guided tour of the old Jewish Ghetto & the medieval centre of Warsaw
Alta
ARCTIC CIRCLE
GEIRANGER 1 Lom
FINLAND
Lillehammer
Skei Sognefjord
1 2 VOSS GJOVIK Hardangervidda NORWAY
GULF OF BOTHNIA Vyborg
HELSINKI 1
2 OSLO
Petrodvorets
1 2 STOCKHOLM
Only Contiki includes
3 ST PETERSBURG
Estonia
Plus
1 NOVGOROD
Plus Regional Dinners
SWEDEN RUSSIA
GOTHENBURG 1 NORTH SEA
Latvia DENMARK
BALTIC SEA Klin
MOSCOW 3
Lithuania
2 COPENHAGEN
• Taste the different local cuisines at our favourite restaurants across Scandinavia • A farewell dinner as we say goodbye to Russia
BELARUS
1 MINSK
POLAND GERMANY
BERLIN
2 WARSAW Ukraine
Czech Rep
Places visited Nightstops Austria Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
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Explore more: optional activities
Brest
Slovakia
Romania
Copenhagen Tour the Carlsberg Brewery Lillehammer Bobsled ride on the Olympic bobsled track Voss Whitewater rafting on the Raundal & Stranda rivers Nordkapp/Honningsvåg Journey to Nordkapp & visit Nordkapphallen • Go deep sea fishing for king crabs Stockholm Guided tour of the Town Hall & Nobel Prize Banquet Room St. Petersburg Russian Ballet recital Moscow Guided tour of the Military & Missile Museum • Guided tour of the famous Moscow Metro • Visit the Kremlin Armoury Visit contiki.com/scandi-russia-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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From the fascinating history of Russia to the unreal landscapes of the Norwegian Fjords, venture into some impressive & historical spots. See the famous Moscow Circus, take a polar plunge in the Arctic Circle, tour the Hermitage in St. Petersburg & more.
MUST DO
Concept
Wrap up warm & head to a Russian vodka bar to sample some of the world’s finest drops.
Scandinavia & Russia 26 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start Berlin/ Copenhagen Meet your Contiki team in Berlin this morning or later this afternoon in Denmark’s harbourside capital, Copenhagen, to begin your Scandic adventure. Hostel (D) Day 2: Copenhagen Take in the sights this morning & the vibrant waterfront area, Nyhavn, before some free time to wander through this cosmopolitan hub or feel the vibes in Christiania – the city’s modern hippy community. Tonight you could head to the famous Tivoli amusement park for some rides. Hostel. (B) See the Little Mermaid, the Resistance Museum & the Royal Palace
•
Day 3: Copenhagen to Gothenburg This morning head to the cool, student vibe city of Gothenburg. With a free afternoon you could shop the cool stores on the Kungsportsavenyn, check out the Museum of Art or chill out in the city’s amazing botanical gardens. Hostel (B) Day 4: Gothenburg to Gjovik Travel north in to Norway & on to the picturesque town of Gjovik, known for its incredible ice hockey stadium built inside the local mountain – you can even take a tour if you’re up for it. Hotel (B,D) Day 5: Gjovik to Geiranger Fjord Get a thrill at the Olympic lakeside town of Lillehammer - there’s your chance for an adrenaline rush on the bobsled track! Then it’s on to Lom to see the famous 12th C stave church before hitting Geiranger for a stunning fjord cruise & some picture perfect views. Hostel (B,D) Visit the home of the 1984 Winter Olympics See one of the few remaining original medieval stave churches in Norway Cruise along the stunning Geiranger Fjord
• • •
Day 6: Geiranger Fjord to Voss You’ll be blown away by the sheer beauty of the mountains, fjords & glaciers as we head towards the adventure hub of Norway, Voss. Hostel (B,D) See the incredible Boyabreen glacier in Skei See Sognefjord, the longest & most spectacular fjord in Norway
• •
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Day 7: Voss Chill out today or get into the action sport this region is famous for. You could take a hike through the mountains or try some adrenalin sports like whitewater rafting. You could even take a short train ride to picturesque Bergen - Norway’s second largest city. Hostel (B) Explore Voss - famous for its extreme sports & amazing natural surroundings
•
Day 8: Voss to Oslo See beautiful rugged landscapes as we journey through Hardangervidda plateau to Norway’s capital, Oslo. Walk along the boardwalk by the port to get a feel for the relaxed capital’s lifestyle. Hostel (B,D) Visit Europe’s largest mountain plateau
•
Day 9: Oslo to Honningsvåg We’ll do some sightseeing before catching a flight to the Arctic Circle, home to 24-hour daylight & the famous Northern Lights. Tonight we stay in Honningsvåg with your chance to visit Europe’s most northern point, Nordkapp. Hostel (B,D) Visit Frogner Park to see the Vigeland sculptures See the City Hall & Parliament
• •
Day 10: Honningsvåg With a free day you could chill out in the city, go fishing for king crabs, the largest crabs in the world, enjoy a drink in the famous local Arctic ice bar or hike to the northernmost point in Europe. Hostel (B) Day 11: Honningsvåg to Oslo This morning we travel through Lapland, home to reindeer & the Sami people, before boarding our flight back to Oslo. Tonight you could head out & meet some locals along the stunning new district around the Oslo Opera House. Hostel (B) Day 12: Oslo to Stockholm Today we head into Sweden via a stop at its largest lake, Lake Vanern. Hotel (B) Scenic drive through unspoilt forests & lakes, known for bears, moose & wolves
•
Day 13: Stockholm After a city sightseeing tour the time is yours to hang out in this über-cool city. You could check out the Vasa warship, Skansen open air museum or do some shopping in the city’s trendy stores. Hotel (B,D) Visit Gamla Stan (the old town) & see the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace
•
Day 14: Stockholm & sail to Helsinki Relax or take in some last minute sightseeing before we board our luxury boat for our overnight cruise to Helsinki. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) Day 15: Helsinki This morning we head to the quirky Finnish capital, Helsinki! See the city sights before your chance to explore. There are loads of museums, monuments & cool shops in this vibrant coastal city. Hotel. (B) See the Sibelius Monument, the Olympic Stadium & Senate Square Visit the ‘Church in the Rock’
• •
Day 16: Helsinki to St Petersburg Pass through Finland’s pine forests & wilderness, before crossing over the border into Russia. Visit the town of Vyborg to learn about it’s turbulent past, before we reach the “Venice of the North” - St. Petersburg. Hotel. (B,D) Visit the town of Vyborg & visit the local markets
•
Days 17-18: St Petersburg Check out the city sights & go local with two full days to explore - you’ll discover the riches & palace-lined waterways of this impressive city. Maybe see the Russian Ballet, shop in local markets for Matryoshka dolls or tuck into the local specialties - beef stroganoff & vodka! Hotel. (B)(B) See the St. Peter & St. Paul Fortress See the Church of the Spilt Blood & the Admiralty Visit the Hermitage – one of the world’s largest art & culture museums Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens
• • • •
Day 19: St Petersburg to Novgorod Discover the picturesque ancient fort town of Novgorod, once the stronghold of the early Tsars. Hotel. (B,D) Locally guided tour of Novgorod’s old town & the Millennium Bell
•
•
Locally guided coach sightseeing tour of the city
Day 23: Moscow to Minsk Pass by the site of Napoleon’s great defeat in Borodino & then leave Russia for Belarus. Hotel (B,D) Locally guided city tour of Minsk
•
Day 24: Minsk to Warsaw Cross the border into Poland & arrive in Warsaw. Hotel (B) Visit Brest Fortress – one of the most important Soviet World War II monuments
•
Day 25: Warsaw Warsaw’s past is amazing.
See parts of the city that were totally reconstructed after being ruined in the war, as well its colourful palaces, churches & mansions. Hotel (B,D) Visit the old town, the monument to Chopin & hear tales of the Warsaw uprisings
25 nights accommodation: 10 nights in hostels quadshare, 14 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 1 night Baltic cruise quadshare (more on p.42-43)
Day 26: Depart Warsaw/Berlin The tour ends after breakfast in Warsaw, or catch a free transfer to Berlin where your tour ends upon arrival. (B)
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team
Please note: Days 1 (starting Copenhagen) & 26 (ending Warsaw) have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Overnight cruise
•
37 meals: 25 breakfasts (B) 12 dinners (D)
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
Return flight from Oslo to the Arctic Circle
Code: CCSR summer 2012
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Start Berlin or Cop’hgen
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
Finish Warsaw or Berlin
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
2389 2389 2315 2315 2315 2429 2429 2429 2429 2429 2375 2375 2375
400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400 400
2789 2789 2715 2715 2715 2829 2829 2829 2829 2829 2775 2775 2775
2012 May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
20 ● 27 ● 10 17 24 1 8 15 22 5 12 26 2
14 21 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 30 6 20 27
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £115. See p.19 for details.
5 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this tour. Copy of passport required at the time of booking. Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this tour. It is your responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel. The fee for the Russian Visa will be an additional charge. Tour starts 7:30am in Berlin or 6:00pm in Copenhagen & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or 7:00pm in Berlin. ● These tours will be in Poland during the UEFA Euro 2012 Tournament. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
You choose You can start your tour in either Berlin or Copenhagen & end your tour in either Warsaw or Berlin.
Day 20: Novgorod to Moscow Stop into the township of Klin on the way to Russia’s spiritual, political & economic hub, Moscow. Hotel. (B,D) See the famous composer Tchaikovsky’s house in Klin
•
Days 21-22: Moscow Moscow is a richly layered city, with history & culture at every turn. Witness the mix of ‘New’ & ‘Old’ Russia architecture, culture & people Hotel. (B)(B) Visit Red Square, the Kremlin & see Lenin’s Mausoleum & St. Basil’s Cathedral
•
Geiranger Fjord
Vigeland Sculpture Park, Oslo
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Scandinavia all hotels & hostels 16 Days 5 Countries Germany (start Berlin option), Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland
From £1725pp* £108 per day
The Fjords of Norway
HONNINGSVÅG 2 Alta
ARCTIC CIRCLE
GO
Only Contiki includes
• Take in breathtaking views as you cruise the stunning Geiranger Fjord • Fly to the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle • Get some thrills & chills on a polar plunge dip in the Arctic Circle
GEIRANGER 1 Lom
FINLAND
Lillehammer
Skei
Plus
Sognefjord
1 GJOVIK Hardangervidda
2 VOSS
NORWAY
• Taste the different local cuisines at our favourite restaurants across Scandinavia
HELSINKI 1
2 OSLO
1 2 STOCKHOLM
Estonia
SWEDEN
GOTHENBURG 1 NORTH SEA
Plus Regional Dinners
GULF OF BOTHNIA
Russia Ru uss
Explore more: optional activities
Latvia DENMARK
BALTIC SEA
2
Places visited Nightstops Optional start cities Optional end cities
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Lithuania huania
COPENHAGEN
Belarus GERMANY
BERLIN
Poland
Copenhagen Tour the Carlsberg Brewery Lillehammer Bobsled ride on the Olympic bobsled track Voss Whitewater rafting on the Raundal & Stranda rivers Nordkapp/Honningsvåg Journey to Nordkapp & visit Nordkapphallen (the most northern point in Europe) • Go deep sea fishing for king crabs Stockholm Guided tour of the Town Hall & the Nobel Prize Banquet Room Visit contiki.com/scandi-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Get off the tourist track & discover the best of Denmark, Norway, Finland & Sweden. Cruise stunning fjords, see the midnight sun in the Arctic Circle & if you’re game, take a polar dip. Plus get a feel for the cosmopolitan vibes of Copenhagen, Oslo & Stockholm.
LOCAL TIP
Concept
Head to the Musikhögskolan, The Royal College of Music in Stockholm for some great live music on the cheap.
Scandinavia 16 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start Berlin/ Copenhagen Meet your Contiki team in Berlin this morning or later this afternoon in Denmark’s harbourside capital, Copenhagen, to begin your Scandic adventure. Hostel (D) Day 2: Copenhagen Take in the sights this morning & the vibrant waterfront area, Nyhavn, before some free time to wander through this cosmopolitan hub or feel the vibes in Christiania – the city’s modern hippy community. Tonight you could head to the famous Tivoli amusement park for some rides. Hostel. (B) See the Little Mermaid, the Resistance Museum & the Royal Palace
•
Day 3: Copenhagen to Gothenburg This morning head to the cool, student vibe city of Gothenburg. With a free afternoon you could shop the cool stores on the Kungsportsavenyn, check out the Museum of Art or chill out in the city’s amazing botanical gardens. Hostel (B) Day 4: Gothenburg to Gjovik Travel north to Norway & on to the picturesque town of Gjovik, known for its incredible ice hockey stadium built inside the local mountain – you can even take a tour if you’re up for it. Hotel (B,D) Day 5: Gjovik to Geiranger Fjord Get a thrill at the Olympic lakeside town of Lillehammer - there’s your chance for an adrenaline rush on the bobsled track! Then it’s on to Lom to see the famous 12th C stave church before hitting Geiranger for a stunning fjord cruise & some picture perfect views. Hostel (B,D) Visit the home of the 1984 Winter Olympics See one of the few remaining original medieval stave churches in Norway Cruise along the stunning Geiranger Fjord
• • •
Day 6: Geiranger Fjord to Voss You’ll be blown away by the sheer beauty of the mountains, fjords & glaciers as we head towards the adventure hub of Norway, Voss. Hostel (B,D) See the incredible Boyabreen glacier in Skei See Sognefjord, the longest & most spectacular fjord in Norway
• •
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Day 7: Voss Chill out today or get into the action sport this region is famous for. You could take a hike through the mountains or try some adrenalin sports like whitewater rafting. You could even take a short train ride to picturesque Bergen - Norway’s second largest city. Hostel (B) Explore Voss - famous for its extreme sports & amazing natural surroundings
How much & when the stunning new district around the Oslo Opera House. Hostel (B)
•
Day 12: Oslo to Stockholm Today we head into Sweden via a stop at its largest lake, Lake Vanern. Hotel (B) Scenic drive through unspoilt forests & lakes, known for bears, moose & wolves
Day 8: Voss to Oslo See beautiful rugged landscapes as we journey through Hardangervidda plateau to Norway’s capital, Oslo. Walk along the boardwalk by the port to get a feel for the relaxed capital’s lifestyle. Hostel (B,D) Visit Europe’s largest mountain plateau
Day 13: Stockholm After a city sightseeing tour the time is yours to hang out in this über-cool city. You could check out the Vasa warship, Skansen open air museum or do some shopping in the city’s trendy stores. Hotel (B,D) Visit Gamla Stan (the old town) & see the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace
•
Day 9: Oslo to Honningsvåg We’ll do some sightseeing before catching a flight to the Arctic Circle, home to 24-hour daylight & the famous Northern Lights. Tonight we stay in Honningsvåg with your chance to visit Europe’s most northern point, Nordkapp. Hostel (B,D) Visit Frogner Park to see the Vigeland sculptures See the City Hall & Parliament
• •
Day 10: Honningsvåg With a free day you could chill out in the city, go fishing for king crabs, the largest crabs in the world, enjoy a drink in the famous local Arctic ice bar or hike to the northernmost point in Europe. Hostel (B) Day 11: Honningsvåg to Oslo This morning we travel through Lapland, home to reindeer & the Sami people, before boarding our flight back to Oslo. Tonight you could head out & meet some locals along
•
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Day 14: Stockholm & sail to Helsinki Relax or take in some last minute sightseeing before we board our luxury boat for our overnight cruise to Helsinki. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) Day 15: Helsinki This morning we head to the quirky Finnish capital, Helsinki! See the city sights before your chance to explore. There are loads of museums, monuments & cool shops in this vibrant coastal city. Hotel. (B) See the Sibelius Monument, the Olympic Stadium & Senate Square Visit the ‘Church in the Rock’
• •
Day 16: Helsinki Say your farewells & swap addresses as your tour ends after breakfast. (B) Please note: Days 1 (starting Copenhagen) & 16 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Code: CCRSH summer 2012 Start Berlin or Cop’hgen
Finish Helsinki
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 250
1725 1725 1725 1725 1725 1799 1799 1799 1799 1799 1759 1759 1759
2012 May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
20 27 10 17 24 1 8 15 22 5 12 26 2
Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
4 11 25 2 9 16 23 30 6 20 27 10 17
1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1549 1549 1549 1549 1549 1509 1509 1509
15 nights accommodation: 10 nights in hostels quadshare, 4 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 1 night Baltic cruise quadshare for end Helsinki option (more on p.42-43) 22 meals: 15 breakfasts (B) 7 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Overnight cruise (end Helsinki) Return flight from Oslo to the Arctic Circle
Code: CCSRS summer 2012 Start Berlin or Cop’hgen
Finish Stockholm
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1359 1359 1359 1359 1359 1329 1329 1329
240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240
1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1599 1599 1599 1599 1599 1569 1569 1569
2012 May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
20 27 10 17 24 1 8 15 22 5 12 26 2
2 9 23 30 7 14 21 28 4 18 25 8 15
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this tour. Tour starts 7:30am in Berlin or 6:00pm in Copenhagen & ends approx. 8:00am in Stockholm or 8:00am in Helsinki. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Scandinavia
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £75. See p.19 for details.
1 World Heritage sites visited
Extension While you’re in this part of the world, see more & extend your trip to Russia, on our 26 day Scandinavia & Russia tour. See p.72-73 for details.
You choose You can start your tour in either Berlin or Copenhagen.
end in Stockholm, 14 days Getting there
From £1535pp*
There are low cost airlines who fly from/to London like ryanair.com (for Berlin & Stockholm) & easyjet.com (for Berlin, Copenhagen & Helsinki) or flysas.com.
£110 per day Stuck for time? End your tour in Stockholm & visit 4 countries in 14 days. Tour code: CCSRS See price panel opposite for departure dates & prices.
£ Pay 6 months in
advance you save £65. See p.19.
More info at www.contiki.com/scandi-stockholm
The Little Mermaid, Copenhagen
Book early & get yourself a cheap deal. Or even easier, schedule your international flights to Copenhagen & out of Helsinki or Stockholm.
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Russia all hotels 14 Days 6 Countries Sweden, Finland, Russia, Belarus, Poland, Germany (end Berlin option)
From £1465pp* £105 per day
St Basil’s Cathedral, St Petersburg
GO
Only Contiki includes
FINLAND
GULF OF BOTHNIA Vyborg
HELSINKI 1 Petrodvorets
3 ST PETERSBURG
1
1 STOCKHOLM
1 NOVGOROD
Estonia
SWEDEN RUSSIA Latvia BALTIC SEA
Klin
MOSCOW 3
Lithuania
• A locally guided tour of historical St. Petersburg • Locally guided tour of the Hermitage, former home of the Russian Tsars • Locally guided tour of Novgorod • Discover the rich history & culture of Moscow & the Kremlin on our locally guided tour • Great ringside seats at the Moscow Circus • See the birthplace of communist Russia on our locally guided tour of Minsk • Locally guided tour of the old Jewish Ghetto & the medieval centre of Warsaw
BELARUS
Plus 1 MINSK
POLAND Brest
BERLIN GERMANY
2 WARSAW
Plus Regional Dinners
• A farewell dinner as we say goodbye to Russia
Explore more: optional activities Czech Rep
Places visited Nightstops Optional start cities Optional end cities
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Ukraine
St. Petersburg Russian Ballet recital • Canal cruise on the Neva River Moscow Guided tour of the Military & Missile Museum • Guided tour of the famous Moscow Metro • Visit the Kremlin Armoury Visit contiki.com/russia-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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The tour may be called Russia, but you’ll get a whole lot more on this two week adventure. From Russian history & sights, to the Eastern bloc & a bit of Scandinavia, get an in-depth look at this fascinating & extraordinary slice of the world.
KEEP IT LOCAL
Concept Russia 14 Days
Shop with the locals & search for a bargain amongst the colourful stalls of the Hietalahti Flea Market in Helsinki.
What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Stockholm Check-in to your hotel & the afternoon is yours to explore. At 6:00pm, meet your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. Hotel (D) Day 2: Stockholm & sail to Helsinki Relax or take in some last minute sightseeing before we board our luxury boat for our overnight cruise to Helsinki. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) Visit Gamla Stan (the old town) & see the Changing of the Guard at the Royal Palace
•
Day 3: Helsinki This morning we head to the quirky Finnish capital, Helsinki! See the city sights before your chance to explore. There are loads of museums, monuments & cool shops in this vibrant coastal city. Hotel. (B) See the Sibelius Monument, the Olympic Stadium & Senate Square Visit the ‘Church in the Rock’
•
See the famous composer Tchaikovsky’s house in Klin
Days 9-10: Moscow Moscow is a richly layered city, with history & culture at every turn. Witness the mix of ‘New’ & ‘Old’ Russia architecture, culture & people. Hotel (B)(B) Visit Red Square, the Kremlin & see Lenin’s Mausoleum & St. Basil’s Cathedral Locally guided coach sightseeing tour of the city
• •
Day 11: Moscow to Minsk Pass by the site of Napoleon’s great defeat in Borodino & then leave Russia for Belarus. Hotel (B,D) Locally guided city tour of Minsk
•
Day 12: Minsk to Warsaw Cross the border into Poland & arrive in Warsaw. Hotel (B)
How much & when
•
Visit Brest Fortress – one of the most important Soviet World War II monuments
Day 13: Warsaw Warsaw’s past is amazing. See parts of the city that were totally reconstructed after being ruined in the war, as well its colourful palaces, churches & mansions. Hotel (B,D) Visit the old town, the monument to Chopin & hear tales of the Warsaw uprisings
•
Day 14: Depart Warsaw/ Berlin The tour ends after breakfast in Warsaw, or catch a free transfer to Berlin where your tour ends upon arrival. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 14 (ending Warsaw) have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Day 4: Helsinki to St Petersburg Pass through Finland’s pine forests & wilderness, before crossing over the border into Russia. Visit the town of Vyborg to learn about it’s turbulent past, before we reach the “Venice of the North” - St. Petersburg. Hotel. (B,D) Visit the town of Vyborg & visit the local markets
Day 7: St Petersburg to Novgorod Discover the picturesque ancient fort town of Novgorod, once the stronghold of the early Tsars. Hotel. (B,D) Locally guided tour of Novgorod’s old town & the Millennium Bell
•
Day 8: Novgorod to Moscow Stop into the township of Klin on the way to Russia’s spiritual, political & economic hub, Moscow. Hotel. (B,D)
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Finish Warsaw or Berlin
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
1359 1359 1285 1285 1349 1349 1349 1349 1349 1315 1315 1315 1315
180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180
1539 1539 1465 1465 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1495 1495 1495 1495
2012 Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
1 ● 8 ● 22 29 6 13 20 27 3 17 24 7 14
14 21 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 30 6 20 27
Code: CCSRH summer 2012 Start Helsinki
Finish Warsaw or Berlin
Tour £ pp*
Food Fund £ pp*
Total Cost £ pp*
Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
1179 1179 1099 1159 1159 1159 1159 1159 1159 1129 1129 1129 1129
160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160
1339 1339 1259 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1289 1289 1289 1289
2012 3 ● 10 ● 24 1 8 15 22 29 5 19 26 9 16
14 21 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 30 6 20 27
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this tour. Copy of passport required at the time of booking. Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this tour. It is your responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel. The fee for the Russian Visa will be an additional charge. Tour starts 6:00pm in Stockholm or 6:00pm in Helsinki & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or 7:00pm in Berlin. ● These tours will be in Poland during the UEFA Euro 2012 Tournament. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
•
• • • •
Start Stockholm
Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
• •
Days 5-6: St Petersburg Check out the city sights & go local with two full days to explore - you’ll discover the riches & palace-lined waterways of this impressive city. Maybe see the Russian Ballet, shop in local markets for Matryoshka dolls or tuck into the local specialties - beef stroganoff & vodka! Hotel. (B)(B) See the St. Peter & St. Paul Fortress See the Church of the Spilt Blood & the Admiralty Visit the Hermitage – one of the world’s largest art & culture museums Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens
Code: CCSRR summer 2012
GUM Store, Moscow
13 nights accommodation: 12 nights in hotel upgrade twin/triple share, 1 night Baltic cruise quad-share (more on p.42-43) 19 meals: 13 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Overnight cruise (start Stockholm) Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £65. See p.19 for details.
4 World Heritage sites visited
More time? While you’re in this part of the world, see more & add Scandinavia to the beginning of your trip. Take our 26 day Scandinavia & Russia tour. See p.72-73 for details.
You choose You can end your tour in either Warsaw or Berlin
Russia start in Helsinki, 12 days From £1259pp*
£105 per day Stuck for time? Start your tour in Helsinki & visit 5 countries in 12 days. Tour code: CCSRH See price panel opposite for departure dates & prices.
£ Pay 6 months in
advance you save £55. See p.19.
More info at www.contiki.com/russia-helsinki
Warsaw
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Time Out Great value hotel tours
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REMEMBER If you book early you save money!
• EXCLUSIVE & UNIQUE FEATURE HOTELS • GREAT VALUE HOTEL TOURS • EASY ACCESS TO ALL THE ACTION • HOTELS - BIG ON COMFORT & TOP LOCATIONS
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2 ways to explore...
Sleep easy & stay in comfortable, well located hotels with excellent facilities. Plus there’s two ways to travel, Multi-Country or In-Depth Regional tours, so you get to experience Europe the way you want.
Multi-Country tours
In-Depth Regional tours
Want to get a taste of all Europe has to offer? These tours usually start & end in London & cover more than 20 countries. They have the flexibility to suit every timeline - from 9 – 33 days long. For more on our Multi-Country tours see p.80-107
Prefer to get into the heart of a place, love a particular country or region, or just short of time? These tours stay in locations for 2 or 3 nights. They include more local restaurant dinners & well-located hotels. For more on our In-Depth tours see p.108-144
Great comfort & top locations Time Out is all hotel accommodation, every night. They’re all twin-share too, with private facilities, so it’s comfy & easy. We’ll get you as close as we can to the key sights & all the action, plus they’re comfortable & have great facilities like pools, bars & gyms. There are also fantastic Feature Hotels & Cruise options on many itineraries. See p.80-81.
Loads included & free time too
Easy Pace With minimum 2 & 3 night stays & often later starts in the morning, our Easy Pace tours offer a more relaxed way to see Europe. Plus, you still get authentic meals, local experiences & more time to get under the skin of the places you visit. Look out for the Easy Pace symbol on tour pages.
With your expert Tour Manager & Tour Driver (p.10-11) at hand, you’re ready to explore – they’ll tell you all the hot places to go including the main sights & what’s off the beaten track too. Many of the best sites are included in the cost of your tour (p.16-17) & lots of extra special experiences too. Plus there’s plenty of free time for you to do the things you like. Choose from our optional Explore More activities (p.8-9) & at the bottom of the tour pages. Just take time to chill out, relax & do what you want.
Great local flavours Time Out tours include breakfast each day & lots of dinners. But we don’t include your lunches – for a reason. So you’re free to go exploring & do your own thing. Our In-Depth Regional trips include even more local restaurant meals so you can literally see ‘what’s cooking’ in the places you visit. See p.108-109.
Getting around You’ll travel in style on our comfy coaches – they’re some of the newest coaches out there & they’re all air-conditioned, have powerpoints for charging & all ferry crossings are included too.
Save even more! On some of our Time Out tours you can save even more money for other stuff, by booking triple-share. You’ll save an additional 5% on your booking. Check out the price panels on the tour pages to see if you can save.
Explore more: optional activities
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Look out for the orange Explore More optionals panel on the bottom of every tour page
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Time Out Tours Multi-Country tours
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Multi-Country tours to choose from
Hotel Cabala, Rome
Comfort & Style Time Out Multi-Country tours are all about comfy hotels every night. Comfort to us means great facilities you’ll love - like TVs in your room, en suite bathrooms, laundry facilities, fluffy towels & often WiFi at your fingertips. We’re flexible too, share with others or get a room to yourself for a little extra. We’ll get you as close as we can to the action when you’re in the city too, so you’re right near the main sights, places to go out & all the best bits. We’ve not only picked some great hotels for you to stay in throughout Europe, but some extra special places too. We call them Feature Hotels - they’re distinctive locations, with exceptional facilities.
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Our Feature Hotels >
Relax & enjoy a little extra glam
Château de Fontager, Lyon
Hotel Cabala, Rome
Spend a night in the beautiful French countryside when you stay in this charming castle beside the River Rhone. Indulge in delicious French cuisine in the banqueting room, take a dip in the huge pool, or just sit back & take in the surroundings.
When in Rome… there’s no better place to stay than a Roman Villa. With 360-degree views of the Roman countryside, Hotel Cabala (above) is a welcome escape after the busy streets of the city. Rooms are spacious, chic & air-conditioned… not to mention the fantastic pool.
Mount Titlis, The Swiss Alps Get a taste of the true alpine lifestyle & incredible views at our hotel set 1000m (3,300 ft) up Mount Titlis. There is year round snow, so ride to the 3048m (10,000 ft) summit in one of the world’s only revolving cable cars to explore the glacier & Glacier Park. There’s all kinds of snow toys to enjoy at the top, or if going a little slower is more your thing, then hire a bike or hike the many mountain trails.
Aphrodite Resort Hotel, Mykonos Set on one of Mykonos’ best beaches, this resort hotel is your chance to really relax. Swim, sunbathe or get active & try some watersports or tennis.
Eventhotel Pyramide, Vienna This one-of-a-kind hotel is an attraction in itself with its quirky shape. The rooms are deluxe & if you’re feeling like a spot of pampering, there’s a wellness centre with a tranquil indoor aquatic world, sauna & pool to chill out in after a long day’s sightseeing.
Jailhotel, Lucerne Check-in to a truly different overnight experience at Lucerne’s Jailhotel. As the city’s ‘white collar crime’ jail for more than 135 years, its closure saw the building transformed into a comfy modern hotel with a twist. Its location right in the centre of Lucerne’s Old Town means you’re close to key sights like the Wooden Chapel Bridge, lakeside bars & famous watch & chocolate stores.
Himmelrich Hotel, Kriens, Lucerne Nestled part way up Switzerland’s mighty Mt. Pilatus, this hotel gives you the city’s best views over this stunning region. Take in the impressive scenery from the outdoor deck with Switzerland’s dramatic Alps as your backdrop. Combine this with modern facilities & WiFi, this hotel is the ultimate way to stay by Lucerne.
Keep a look out for all our Feature Hotels on the tour pages.
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Aphrodite Resort Hotel, Mykonos
Himmelrich Hotel, Kriens, Lucerne
Hotel Cabala, Rome
Château de Fontager, Lyon
Location, Location, Location > When you stay in the city, it’s not just about great facilities & comfort. We know it’s essential to be close to where the action’s at, so you spend less time getting there & more time experiencing the places that count. In the heart of the city The Ibis Wenceslas Square Prague, the Ibis Warszawa Centrum, Warsaw, plus our hotels in Dubrovnik & Athens are just some of the many hotels located right in the heart of the city. Just like in Paris, Barcelona, Madrid, Nice & more.
Right where it’s at
visit contiki.com/timeout to find out more
Going solo? Even if you’re planning on leaving your mates at home, don’t worry. We’ll match you with a same sex room-mate, so it’s all good. More than half our travellers are just like you – ready to head off on their own & experience Europe with young, fun & likeminded travel mates.
‘A room to myself’ option If you like the idea of a little more privacy & comfort, you always have the option of a room all to yourself for a little extra. Check out the tour price panels for details. Limited single rooms available.
Easy access
Mount Titlis, Swiss Alps
You can really live like a local - many of our hotels have easy access to public transport, so jump on the Metro, tube or tram & get moving. Like the Hotel Regent, Rome – just 2 stops on the Metro to the heart of the city or Blue Square Hotel, Amsterdam - a 10 minute tram ride to the city centre.
Close to what you want to see The Ibis Port de Clichy hotel in Paris, close to Montmartre (home of Sacre Coeur & the Moulin Rouge), Ibis Old Town in central Prague & Hotel President, right by the Duomo in Florence (plus many more).
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Château de Fontager, Lyon
The Jailhotel, Lucerne
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European Magic 9 Days 7 Countries Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, France
From £815pp* £91 per day
Sacre Coeur, Paris
Scotland BALTIC SEA
GO
NORTH SEA
• Locally guided bike tour of Munich’s famous landmarks • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower
NETHERLANDS
Wales
1 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
Poland
Ruhr Valley London
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
Only Contiki includes
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
PARIS 2
FRANCE ATLANTIC OCEAN
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Featured Hotel night
SWITZ
1 LUCERNE Swiss
• The Jailhotel
AUSTRIA Innsbruck
Hungary
Explore more: optional activities
Brenner Pass
Slovenia
Alps Lake Como
2 VENICE
Croatia
Bosnia
ITALY
ADRIATIC SEA MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Plus Feature Hotel
Slovakia
MUNICH 1 Burgundy Region
Plus
Amsterdam Evening boat cruise along the canals Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar Tyrol Bobsled ride Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided city walking tour • Authentic Venetian dinner & regional wines Lucerne Private cruise on Lake Lucerne Paris Cabaret show & three course dinner • Mt Stanserhorn cog railway & cable car ride Visit contiki.com/magic-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/magic HUNGRY?
Alice Parkinson: Great inclusions, a great team & amazing new friends all in 9 days. Cheers Contiki...
Need a serious European fix but don’t have much time? The European Magic is perfect. Taste the different vibes of Europe, from the canals of Venice to the history of Germany & from chic Paris to the exhilarating Alps.
Time Out
Grab some tasty poffertjes in Amsterdam. These tiny, fluffy pancakes dusted in sugar will satisfy any craving.
European Magic 9 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head up to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 2: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, canals & cool cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Stunning drive along the Rhine River
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Day 3: Rhine Valley to Munich Head south to Munich, a charming festive 800-year-old city & home of the worldfamous Oktoberfest. (B)
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Learn how beer steins are crafted See the Lorelei Rock See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
Day 4: Munich to Venice Wind through the Bavarian Alps & stop at Innsbruck, Austria before we arrive in enchanting Venice. (B,D) See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck
•
Day 5: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. An optional gondola ride is a must! (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
• •
Day 6: Venice to Lucerne Catch a glimpse of magical Lake
How much & when Como & then steer all the way into the heart of the Swiss Alps. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic Alpine drive
• •
Day 7: Lucerne to Paris Pass through the lush vineyards & wine regions of Burgundy & Chablis to the glittering “City of Lights”. (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
•
Day 8: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris - shop the chic boutiques, overload on pastries, baguettes & cheese or sit back with a café au lait & people watch. (B) Visit a French perfumery
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Day 9: Depart Paris Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Code: BBHH summer 2012 Start London or Ams’dam
Finish Paris or London
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
1015 1015 1045 1069 1069 1069 1069 1069 1069 1095 1095 1095 1095 1095
2012 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
15 29 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 1 8 11 15 18
Start London or Ams’dam
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22 Jul 30 29 Aug 6 1 Aug 9 5 Aug 13 12 Aug 20 19 Aug 27 26 Sep 3 2 Sep 10 9 Sep 17 16 Sep 24 23 ● Oct 1 ● Oct 8 30 7 Oct 15
1095 1095 1095 1095 1069 1069 1069 1069 1069 1069 1069 1069 1069
Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
20 3 24 8 15 24 27 29 31
13 meals: 8 continental breakfasts (B) 5 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
Code: WWHH winter 2012/13 2012
8 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 7 nights in hotels (more on p.80-81)
Ferry crossings
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855 839 839 839 865 865 865 865 865
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865 865 865 815 815 815 835
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £79. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £55. See p.19 for details.
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBHH - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £269.
5 World Heritage sites visited
WWHH - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £215. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London. ●
These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.
For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Venice
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Amsterdam
Lake Como
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Amsterdam to Barcelona
Easy Pace
11 Days 7 Countries Netherlands, Belgium (in transit), France, Switzerland, Italy (in transit), Monaco, Spain
From £1285pp* £117 per day
Sagrada Família, Barcelona IRISH SEA
NORTH SEA Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
England
Wales
GO
NETHERLANDS
BELGIUM ENGLISH CHANNEL
Germany
PARIS 2
Czech Rep
Champagne Region
Burgundy Region
Austria
SWITZ FRANCE
• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Italian food & fashion experience • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter
Plus
Plus Feature Hotel
LUCERNE 2 Swiss Alps
ATLANTIC OCEAN
Only Contiki includes
• The Jailhotel
Slovenia Croatia
Explore more: optional activities
Serravalle (Designer outlet mall)
SPAIN
Pyrenees Mountains
BARCELONA 2
Places visited Nightstops Featured Hotel night
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2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
Amsterdam Evening boat cruise along the canals Paris Cabaret show & dinner Lucerne Private cruise on stunning Lake Lucerne • Cable car up Mt. Pilatus (weather dependant) • Traditional Swiss dinner & folklore show French Riviera Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco Barcelona Flamenco dance show Visit contiki.com/amsterdam-barcelona-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/amsterdam-barcelona LOCAL HOTSPOT
Drew Pepper: Great job Contiki! Absolutely the best two weeks of my life, overall the entire trip was about as good as it gets...
If variety is what gets you going, this cultural overload from Amsterdam to Barcelona will give you the hit you need. From pancakes & cheese in the ‘Dam & the très chic French to the fresh Swiss Alps & sangria in Spain – you’ll encounter it all & more on this 11 day trip.
Time Out
Feel like partying amongst dodgem cars & birdcages? Better check out a club in Lucerne called Mad Wallstreet for some eclectic fun!
Amsterdam to Barcelona 11 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam Check-in to your hotel & explore this free-wheeling, vibrant city. Later, meet up with your Contiki team. (D) Day 2: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés, great shopping & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 3: Amsterdam to Paris Journey through Belgium, past Waterloo & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
•
Day 4: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B)
How much & when
Day 5: Paris to Lucerne Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D)
rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
Day 6: Lucerne Wake up in lakeside Lucerne. You could head to the Alps for panoramic views, hit the shops for watches, chocolate & Swiss Army knives, or sit café side & relax overlooking the lake & famous Wooden Chapel Bridge. Contiki Feature Hotel (B) See the Wooden Chapel Bridge View the Lion Monument
Day 9: French Riviera to Barcelona Travel past Cannes, through France’s rustic Provence region, over the Pyrénées Mountains to Mediterranean Barcelona. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
• • •
Day 7: Lucerne to French Riviera En route in Italy feed your shopping urges today – you can pick up famous fashion labels at bargain prices on a designer outlet mall stop before reaching the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery
Day 10: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun everywhere from Gaudi’s amazing architecture to the buzz of La Rambla. Tonight, feel the passion at an unforgettable optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex
Day 8: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later rub shoulders with the
Day 11: Depart Barcelona Swap email addresses & say farewell to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
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Code: BBAB summer 2012 Start Ams’dam
Finish Barcelona
Total Cost £ pp*
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1285 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1365
2012 May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul
4 18 25 8 22 29 6
Start Ams’dam
Finish Barcelona
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1365 1365 1365 1319 1319 1319
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13 20 3 24 31 7
23 30 13 3 10 17
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £395 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
10 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 8 nights in hotels (more on p.80-81) 15 meals: 10 continental breakfasts (B) 5 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £69. See p.19 for details.
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Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
World Heritage sites visited
Lion Monument, Lucerne
Paris
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European Discovery 12 Days 8 Countries Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Italy, Vatican City, Switzerland, France
From £1079pp* £90 per day
Explore the local shops, Rome
GO
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS
Wales
Poland
1 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Ruhr Valley London
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
RHINE 1 VALLEY
GERMANY
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep Valley of the Somme
2 PARIS
MUNICH 1
Burgundy Region
FRANCE
LUCERNE
ATLANTIC OCEAN
• Locally guided bike tour of Munich’s famous landmarks • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Enjoy delicious gelato in Rome – our treat • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower
1 TYROL
SWITZ
1
Only Contiki includes
AUSTRIA
Swiss Alps
Hungary
Brenner Pass
Plus
Plus Feature Hotel
Slovenia
Lake Como
FLORENCE 1
1 VENICE
Croatia
Apennine Mountains
• The Jailhotel
Bosnia
ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
Explore more: optional activities
MEDITERRANEAN SEA Vatican City
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Featured Hotel night
2 ROME
Amsterdam Evening boat cruise along the canals Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar Tyrol Whitewater rafting (summer departures only) • Bike ride (summer departures only) Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided walking tour Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Lucerne Cruise on Lake Lucerne (summer departures only) Florence Entrance to one of the largest nightclubs in Florence Paris Cabaret show & dinner Visit contiki.com/discovery-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/discovery
Hit Europe hard & get a lot in a little time as you see, taste & experience its coolest sites. From romantic Italy to cool German vibes, the scenic Tyrol & Alps to the icons of Paris, it’s good times on the go.
FOR THE ROMANTICS
Time Out
Take an Amsterdam canal cruise & kiss under the Skinny Bridge. As the tale goes, you’ll be together forever!
European Discovery 12 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 2: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, canals & cool cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Stunning drive along the Rhine River
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Day 3: Rhine Valley to Munich Head south to Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. (B) Learn how beer steins are crafted See the Lorelei Rock See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
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Day 4: Munich to Austrian Tyrol Be ‘wowed’ by stunning Alpine scenery en route to a cool Tyrolean village. (B,D) See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
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Day 5: Austrian Tyrol to Venice Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander through the ‘floating city’ & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & interesting little shops. (B) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square
• • •
Day 6: Venice to Rome Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross the Apennine Mountains on the road to Rome. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 7: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) Day 8: Rome to Florence Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A local guide gives you the
How much & when inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 9: Florence to Lucerne Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como en route to Lucerne, nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne View the Lion Monument
• •
Day 10: Lucerne to Paris Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy & Chablis to the “City of Lights”. (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
•
Day 11: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history among the city’s legendary icons. (B) Visit a French perfumery
•
Day 12: Depart Paris Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Code: BBHD summer 2012 Start London or Ams’dam
Finish Paris or London
Total Cost £ pp*
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17 meals: 11 continental breakfasts (B) 6 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
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1145
2013 Jan 4 Jan 6 Jan 8 Jan 13 Jan 22 Jan 29 Feb 5 Feb 12 Feb 19 Feb 26 Mar 5 Mar 12 Mar 19
Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Mar
1145 1145 1145 1145 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1079 1099 1099
15 17 19 24 2 9 16 23 2 9 16 23 30
World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHD - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £365. WWHW - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £285. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 1 night in the Austrian Tyrol is replaced by 1 night in Innsbruck. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent. Tyrol, Austria
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Best of Europe Planes, trains & automobiles
Easy Pace
13 Days 7 Countries France, Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Vatican City
From £1849pp* £143 per day
Rome
Edam
NETHERLANDS
GO
2 BERLIN
2 AMSTERDAM
England
Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • 300km/h trip on a high speed train • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam • Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17)
Poland
Ruhr Valley Dresden
GERMANY
2 PRAGUE CZECH REP
3 PARIS
Only Contiki includes
Slovakia
Austria FRANCE
Hungary
Switz
Explore more: optional activities
Slovenia Croatia ITALY Bosnia Serbia ADRIATIC SEA MEDITERRANEAN SEA Places visited Nightstops Optional start cities
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Vatican City
3 ROME
Paris Parisian cabaret show & dinner Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour Prague Scenic river cruise with lunch Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Visit contiki.com/best-europe-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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This trip is about getting around fast, with more time to really explore. Catch a cabaret in Paris, canals, windmills & stroopwaffels in Amsterdam, bargainpriced beer in Prague & the history of Rome & Berlin in 13 days.
DON’T MISS
Time Out
The street performers on Alexanderplatz in Berlin are incredible. Amazing hip hop & breakdancing to surpass any episode of ‘So You Think You Can Dance’.
Best of Europe 13 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Paris Check-in to your hotel & explore the stylish, cosmopolitan city of Paris for the afternoon. Later meet up with your Contiki team & fellow travellers for dinner & evening sightseeing. (D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Days 2-3: Paris Indulge in this sophisticated city for a couple of days & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the illustrious Château Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. (B)(B) See Château Versailles (entrance not included) Visit a French perfumery
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Day 4: Paris to Amsterdam Zip along in a high speed train headed for the Netherlands’ free-wheeling, vibrant capital city, Amsterdam. (B,D) See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden
Day 9: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
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Day 10: Prague to Rome Catch a short flight to Rome this morning & by the afternoon be walking in history’s footsteps around this amazing city. (B,D)
How much & when
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See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
Days 11-12: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B)(B) Day 13: Rome The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Start Paris
Finish Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
20 27 3 17 1 8 15
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Day 8: Berlin to Prague Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an evermodernizing hub of Eastern European revival. (B,D) Visit the city destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’
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Total Cost £ pp*
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Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
29 12 26 2 9 23
Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
10 24 7 14 21 5
1895 1849 1849 1849 1849 1849
Code: BBTAM summer 2012 Start Ams’dam
Finish Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
1415 1415 1415 1415 1445 1445 1445
2012 May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
23 30 6 20 4 11 18
Start Ams’dam
Finish Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
1445 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415
2012 1 8 15 29 13 20 27
Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
1 15 29 5 12 26
10 24 7 14 21 5
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
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Day 7: Berlin Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B)
Finish Rome
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBTC - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £555. Tour starts 6:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. BBTAM - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £425. Tour starts 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Day 5: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Start Paris
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
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Day 6: Amsterdam to Berlin Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding arts, bar & club scene. (B,D) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
Code: BBTC summer 2012
12 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) 17 meals: 12 continental breakfasts (B) 5 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging High speed train journey between Paris & Amsterdam Flight from Prague to Rome Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £95. See p.19 for details.
7 World Heritage sites visited
Mix
Match
Combine this trip with another tour & double your fun! You’ll also save £60 with our multi tour discount. See p.19. The ‘Best of Europe’ tour will easily Mix+Match with: Simply Italy (p.116-117) Italian Espresso (p.118-119)
Berlin
Best of Europe start in Amsterdam, 10 days From £1415pp*
£142 per day Stuck for time? Start your tour in Amsterdam & visit 5 countries in 10 days. Tour code: BBTAM See price panel opposite for departure dates & prices.
£ Pay 6 months in
advance you save £69. See p.19.
More info at www.contiki.com/best-europe-ams
Pizza at The Alice, Rome
Arc de Triomphe, Paris
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European Encounter 16 Days 10 Countries Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy, Vatican City, France, Monaco
From £1349pp* £85 per day
Venice
GO
d IRISH SEA
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS Edam
Wales
Poland
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
Ruhr Valley London
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
2 PARIS
Only Contiki includes
• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals • Cruise on the Rhine River - castles, villages, vineyards & more • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Italian food & fashion experience • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower
AUSTRIA Burgundy Region
FRANCE
SWITZ
CHATEAU DE FONTAGER
Brenner Pass
Swiss Alps
1
ITALY
Slovenia
1 VENICE
Croatia
Plus
Plus Feature Hotel
• French Château
Barberino (Designer outlet mall)
Pisa
Avignon
Spain
1 INNSBRUCK
LUCERNE 2
ATLANTIC OCEAN
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Featured Hotel night
Liechtenstein
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
1 FLORENCE
Explore more: optional activities ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
2 ROME
Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Lucerne Cable car up Mt. Pilatus (weather dependent) Tyrol Whitewater rafting (summer departures only) Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided city walking tour Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Florence Tuscan hills feast Paris Cabaret show & dinner Visit contiki.com/encounter-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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This tour is perfect if you want to see Europe but don’t have a lot of time on the clock. From pumping rapids in the Tyrol to wine tasting in the Rhine Valley & admiring super yachts in the Riviera, on this trip you’ll experience it all.
PHOTO OP
Time Out
Head up to the Sacre Coeur in Paris for an unbeatable view of the city, then wind your way down through the quaint artistic scene in Montmartre.
European Encounter 16 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
Day 8: Venice to Rome As we farewell Venice, get ready to shop up a storm & flash the cash at a designer outlet mall stop in Barberino, before reaching ancient Rome. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
Day 2: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
Day 9: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B)
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Day 3: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley Follow the river to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Scenic Rhine River cruise (summer departures only) See the Lorelei Rock
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Day 4: Rhine Valley to Lucerne Following the Rhine River, weave through castle-dotted valleys & rolling vineyards on the way to Lucerne, nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D) Scenic Alpine drive See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
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Day 5: Lucerne Breathe in the Alpine beauty of this lakeside town as you spend the day exploring. Wander the cobbled streets of this gorgeous mountain setting & shop for goods that Switzerland is known for - watches, chocolate & Swiss Army knives (B)
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Day 10: Rome to Florence Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A local guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 11: Florence to French Riviera Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder en route to the glamorous French Riviera. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 6: Lucerne to Innsbruck Twist & turn through scenic Alpine vistas to Innsbruck. Soak up the sights & discover Tyrolean specialty shops in its medieval old town. (B,D) Visit the capital of Liechtenstein, Vaduz See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck
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Day 7: Innsbruck to Venice Wind through the Alps via the Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander through the ‘floating city’ & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & interesting little shops. (B) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square
How much & when
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See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
Day 12: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) Day 13: French Riviera to Château de Fontager Travel north & take a lunch break in Provence’s graceful city, Avignon. Arrive at Château de Fontager & enjoy its large pool, lovely grounds & charming locale on the Rhone River. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Visit a French perfumery Visit Avignon & see the Papal Palace
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Day 14: Château de Fontager to Paris Leave the authentic medieval castle behind & pass through wine country on the road to the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See Chablis & Burgundy vineyards See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 15: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) Day 16: Depart Paris Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Code: BBHX summer 2012 Start London or Ams’dam
Finish Paris or London
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
1739 1739 1779 1779 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1875 1875 1875
2012 Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
13 27 4 11 18 25 1 6 8 15 20 22 27 29 4 6 11
Start London or Ams’dam
Finish Paris or London
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct
1875 1875 1875 1875 1875 1875 1875 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1739
2012 28 12 19 26 2 9 16 21 23 30 5 7 12 14 19 21 26
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
13 18 20 25 27 3 10 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 5 12
28 2 4 9 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29 6 13 20 27
Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
20 27 3 10 24 1 7 12 14 16 20 24 26
2012 Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
4 11 18 25 9 16 22 27 29 31 4 8 10
1415 1415 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1389 1435 1435 1435 1435
23 meals: 15 continental breakfasts (B) 8 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
Code: WWHZ winter 2012/13 2012
15 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 14 nights in hotels (more on p.80-81)
Dec 28
Jan 12
1435
Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr
1435 1435 1435 1435 1349 1349 1349 1349 1379 1379
2013 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
1 3 11 18 2 16 23 2 16 23
16 18 26 2 17 3 10 17 31 7
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £135. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £95. See p.19 for details.
10 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHX - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £455. WWHZ - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £355. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
The Colosseum, Rome
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Château de Fontager
Barberino designer outlet shopping
Rhine Valley
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Road to Athens 17 Days, 8 Countries Netherlands
From £1799pp*
ENGLAND Dover London Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL
£106 per day
Belgium
GERMANY Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
MUNICH 1
2 PARIS Burgundy Region
FRANCE
SWITZ
Liechtenstein
1 LUCERNE
Swiss Alps
Slovakia
2 TYROL AUSTRIA Slovenia
2 VENICE
Pisa
Hungary
Brenner Pass
Romania
Croatia
Bosnia
2 FLORENCE
Serbia ITALY
ADRIATIC SEA
Montenegro
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
2 ROME
Spain
Vatican City
Mt. Vesuvius Pompeii
Albania
Brindisi
Places visited Nightstops Optional start cities Featured Hotel night
Tyrol
What’s Included: 15 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 14 nights in hotels, +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.80-81) 24 meals: 16 continental breakfasts (B) 8 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
GO
Only Contiki includes
• ‘Paris by Night’ tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Bike tour of Munich • Walking tour in Florence • Take a guided tour of Athens - plus more
Code: BBAL summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Athens
Total Cost £ pp*
May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
1799 1849 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1945 1945 1945
2012 Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
24 1 15 29 5 12 19 26 1 3 10
10 World Heritage sites visited
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15 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 4 9 11
Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
1945 1945 1945 1945 1945 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899 1899
31 2 9 16 23 30 6 13 20 25 27
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £475 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 12:00noon in Athens. Note: on some departures, when the Greek ferry crossing is on a Sunday, the route changes to Florence to Rome via Pompeii. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Road to Rome end in Rome, 13 days From £1349pp*
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £95. See p.19 for details.
Total Cost £ pp*
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
£104 per day
£
Finish Athens
Stuck for time? We’ve got a shorter version of the 17 day Road to Athens tour, visiting 7 countries in 13 days. More info at www.contiki.com/roadrome
Tour code: BBRL See price panel above for tour departure dates & deduct £450 for price to pay. Single room supplement of £369.
£ Pay 6 months in advance you save £75. See p.19.
1 2 CORFU
Day 5: Munich to Austrian Tyrol Take in the stunning Alpine scenery en route to a cute Tyrolean village. (B,D)
Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to the glittering “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
Day 6: Austrian Tyrol Get an adrenaline rush - there’s loads on offer today. (B,D) Explore this region, famous for its adrenaline sports
Day 2: Paris Indulge in the magic, history & romance of legendary Paris. (B) Visit a French perfumery
Day 8: Venice Meander along alleyways & canals to art-filled palazzi, quaint local shops, bars & markets. (B) Take a private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals
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Day 3: Paris to Lucerne Pass through the vineyards of Burgundy to Alpine Lucerne. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) See the Chablis & Burgundy vineyards See the Wooden Chapel Bridge Scenic Alpine drive
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Day 4: Lucerne to Munich Leave the gorgeous lake town behind, stop in tiny Liechtenstein & later arrive in lively Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
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GREECE Corinth Canal
IONIAN SEA
Itinerary & sightseeing
2012 10 17 31 14 21 28 5 12 17 19 26
Plus Feature Hotel • The Jailhotel
Start London or Paris
Bulgaria
Macedonia
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Day 7: Austrian Tyrol to Venice Wind through the Austrian Alps to fairytale Venice via the Brenner Pass. (B,D) Enjoy a scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
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Day 9: Venice to Florence Head through Tuscany via Pisa before arriving in Florence. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 10: Florence Get inside info from your local guide on Florence’s Renaissance buildings & art before exploring at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria
•
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1 ATHENS
Leather craft demonstration
Day 11: Florence to Rome Farewell to Florence as we roll through Umbria’s hills & vineyards to Rome. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City
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Day 12: Rome Tap into this living museum & later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) Day 13: Rome to Corfu Pass through Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins before crossing southern Italy to board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) Days 14-15: Corfu Kick back, relax & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. (B,D)(B) Day 16: Corfu to Athens Leave Corfu via the Corinth Canal en route to mythological Athens. (B) Day 17: Depart Athens After morning sightseeing, say farewell to your new friends. (B) Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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Explore more: optional activities Paris Parisian cabaret show & dinner Lucerne Lake Cruise • Mt. Stanserhorn cog rail & cable car ride Tyrol Whitewater rafting adventure • Zorbing adventure Venice Gondola ride along the canals Florence Tuscan hills feast • Nightclub entry Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Corfu Water sports including parasailing, waterskiing & tube riding Visit contiki.com/road-athens-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Road to Athens
Time Out
How much & when
+3 day Greek Island Cruise
Code: RTACR3 summer 2012 Start London
21 Days, 9 Countries AEGEAN SEA
From £2365pp*
CORINTH CANAL
£113 per day
TURKEY
1 ATHENS Patmos
Mykonos
Santorini
More time? Add a 3 day
Greek Island Cruise to your Road to Athens tour. Places visited Nightstops
Days 1-17: London to Athens Refer to Road to Athens map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite. Day 18: Athens to Mykonos Cruise to Mykonos with its golden beaches & young, vibrant party culture. Head into town for a sunset drink at a cute harbourside bar in Little Venice. (B,L,D,S) Day 19: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi Stop by the resort town of
Kusadasi. Later, enjoy friendly, unspoilt Patmos. (B,L,D,S) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar See Monastery of St. John on Patmos
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Day 20: Cruising to Santorini Cruise to the postcard perfect Greek island, Santorini, with its stunning blue & white buildings & rugged volcanic scenery. Experience panoramic Aegean views from cliff-top Fira & maybe hit Perissa beach for a swim &
Explore more: optionals
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
sunbathing. Later, why not sip a cocktail whilst watching the sunset at Oia or go for a late night stroll through the cobbled lanes. (B,L,D,S) Visit the main town of Fira on Santorini See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini
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Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
Day 21: Arrival into Athens Disembark after breakfast & transfer into central Athens where the tour ends. (B)
Refer to p.92 plus Kusadasi Guided tour of Ephesus Patmos Guided tour of the Monastry of St. John
Apr 24 May 1 May 15 May 29 Jun 5 Jun 12 Jun 19 Jun 26 Jul 3 Jul 10 Jul 17 Jul 24 Jul 31 Aug 7 Aug 14 Aug 21 Aug 28 Sep 4 Sep 11
May 14 May 21 Jun 4 Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 2 Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 Jul 30 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27 Sep 3 Sep 10 Sep 17 Sep 24 Oct 1
120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120
2319 2379 2439 2439 2439 2439 2439 2439 2479 2479 2479 2479 2479 2479 2439 2439 2439 2439 2439
2439 2499 2559 2559 2559 2559 2559 2559 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2559 2559 2559 2559 2559
2245 2299 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2399 2399 2399 2399 2399 2399 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365
2365 2419 2485 2485 2485 2485 2485 2485 2519 2519 2519 2519 2519 2519 2485 2485 2485 2485 2485
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or tripleshare). Or take a single supplement option: Add £590 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £609 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be multi-entry. Note: on some departures, when the Greek ferry crossing is on a Sunday, the route changes to Florence to Rome via Pompeii. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
www.contiki.com/road-athens-greek7
Road to Athens
How much & when
+7 day Greek Island Cruise 25 Days, 9 Countries From £2959pp* £119 per day AEGEAN SEA
TURKEY
Izmir
1 ATHENS
More time?
Mykonos
Add a 7 day Greek Island Cruise to your Road to Athens tour. Visiting Greek favourites, mixed with a bit of Turkey, it’s perfect for chilling in the sun. For a more detailed itinerary, sightseeing & cool ways to spend your free time for days 18-25, see p.142-143.
Patmos
Santorini Rhodes
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 20: Istanbul & the Bosphorus
Day 24: Cruising to Santorini via Crete
Day 21: Cruising to Mykonos
Day 18: Athens & sail to Istanbul
Day 22: Cruising to Izmir via Patmos
Day 19: Cruising to Istanbul
Day 23: Cruising to Rhodes
Day 25: Arrival into Athens Return to Athens for breakfast then transfer into central Athens where the tour ends. (B)
Refer to p.92 plus additional optional activities for the 7 day Greek Island Cruise section; see p.143 (Golden Fleece)
What’s Included: 19 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 15 nights in hotels, +1 night on board a ferry, 3 nights on board a cruise ship (more on p.80-81 & 109) 37 meals: 20 continental/buffet breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 11 dinners (D), 3 suppers (S) An experienced & professional local guide & on-board cruise representative Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise “Welcome to Greece” information pack For all other inclusions & early payment savings see p.92
11 World Heritage sites visited
Time Out Road to Athens +7 day cruise 25 Days
Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
What’s Included: 2959 2959 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3065 3065 3065 3065 3065 3065 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025
23 nights accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 15 nights in hotels (twin or triple-share), +1 night on board a ferry, 7 nights on board a cruise ship (quad or twin-share) (more on p.80-81 & 109)
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or tripleshare). Or take a single supplement option: Add £689 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £730 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be multi-entry. Note: on some departures, when the Greek ferry crossing is on a Sunday, the route changes to Florence to Rome via Pompeii. For travel insurance see p.161.
Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise
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May 18 May 25 Jun 8 Jun 22 Jun 29 Jul 6 Jul 13 Jul 20 Jul 27 Aug 3 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 7 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28 Oct 5
290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290
2825 2825 2899 2899 2899 2899 2899 2899 2939 2939 2939 2939 2939 2939 2899 2899 2899 2899 2899
3115 3115 3189 3189 3189 3189 3189 3189 3229 3229 3229 3229 3229 3229 3189 3189 3189 3189 3189
2669 2669 2735 2735 2735 2735 2735 2735 2775 2775 2775 2775 2775 2775 2735 2735 2735 2735 2735
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.
Places visited Nightstops
Days 1-17: London to Athens Refer to Road to Athens map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.
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Kusadasi
Itinerary & sightseeing
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52 meals: 24 continental/buffet breakfasts (B) 6 lunches (L) 15 dinners (D) 7 suppers (S) An experienced & professional on-board cruise representative
“Welcome to Greece” information pack For all other inclusions & early payment savings see p.92
13 World Heritage sites visited
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Contiki has proudly partnered with leading environmentalist, adventurer and explorer, CĂŠline Cousteau (granddaughter of legendary oceanographer, Jacques Cousteau) to raise awareness of our ocean conservation projects.
oceans
Supporting our
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MEET CÉLINE COUSTEAU >
We’ve joined forces with Céline to help educate our Contiki community and team about environmental issues and marine protection. We speak with Céline in an exclusive interview on ocean conservation and what we can all do to make a difference.
Contiki: You were just 9 years old when you took your first expedition with your grandfather, Jacques Cousteau, in the Amazon on his legendary boat ‘The Calypso’. You have recently celebrated his 100th birthday anniversary, what do you think you’ve learned most from him?
“The health of our fragile oceans are key to the well-being of our planet as a whole and Contiki’s choice to help protect the marine environment is a cause which deeply resonates with me.” Céline Cousteau
Céline: Of course there’s so much I have learned, but the heart of it all was an understanding from early on that my existence was only a small part of a greater whole. That learning came from being part of a family of travellers, filmmakers, explorers, and photographers who would each bring back their stories from the field. My grandfather showed me it is more what you do with your learning’s that makes a difference. Each of us has the capacity to do more and we owe it to ourselves and others to reach for our full potential when given the opportunity. Contiki: You spend most of your life around oceans, what is it that makes you so passionate about them? Céline: They’re such a wondrous universe and are right under our noses. I’ve had the tremendous opportunity to explore the underwater world and be a part of many discussions about its health, so am very aware of the importance of protecting it. We desperately need more people out there to help communicate and educate around this. Paramount to all of this, people depend on a balance in the natural world, and we are all those people. Contiki: What do you think is the biggest issue threatening our oceans today? Céline: There are many issues and a lot of them are intertwined, however one example of a very tangible threat is overfishing. We are taking out a lot of species from the ocean in
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unsustainable quantities and with harmful fishing practices. Consequences are reduced resources, which in turn impacts the natural food chain of the ocean that naturally exists in a healthy balance, so other species are impacted along this chain. However, it’s not all doom and gloom, we don’t have to stop eating everything! We just need to remember consumer choices do make a difference. Find out more at montereybayaquarium.org (they even have a handy iPhone app) or visit blueocean.org/seafood. Contiki: People often think, ‘I’m just one person, what can I really do? What advice would you give to them? Céline: It shouldn’t be overwhelming. Ghandi once said: “be the change you want to see in the world” - why look any further. By incorporating small changes in all aspects of our lives and empowering others around us to do the same, that is action. These small changes in parallel with our efforts to influence leaders have the power to implement environmental protection laws and make a difference. Contiki: What ‘green tips’ would you recommend to our readers for while they are travelling? Céline: There are so many small things you can do to make a difference. I would recommend filling and packing your own travel sized toiletries so you don’t need to open a new one each time you change hotels. Take your own water bottle (metal is better than plastic) - every bottle you don’t buy is one less piece of plastic used. You can also calculate your carbon footprint based on your travel miles when you get back and offset this online.
Our conservation projects At Contiki we love oceans, and are committed to protecting them for future generations to enjoy. We actively support two ocean conservation projects, The Mesoamerican Reef Leadership Program (MAR) and Oceana, who are both involved in the critical task of marine protection. Mesoamerican Reef Leadership Program (MAR) is a fresh new initiative that supports young local environmentalists working ‘hands on’ to protect the world’s second largest barrier reef, the Mesoamerican Reef system. Oceana campaigns to protect and restore the world’s oceans. Their project work involves atsea expeditions gathering research which they use to inform policy makers to create important laws to protect our ocean systems. To find out more visit contiki.com/contikicares
See the full interview online at contiki.com/contikicares
Watch Céline’s video message to Contiki travellers at contiki.com/celinecousteau
Follow Céline on twitter @celinecousteau and at celinecousteau.com
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European Impressions 18 Days 10 Countries Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy, France, Monaco, Spain
From £1899pp* £106 per day
NORTH SEA
ENGLAND
Wales
GO
NETHERLANDS
1 AMSTERDAM
GERMANY
Poland
Ruhr Valley London
Dover
1 RHINE VALLEY
1 BRUSSELS
Calais
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
MUNICH 1
2 PARIS Loire Valley
SWITZ
SWISS 2 ALPS
1 BORDEAUX
Innsbruck
Plus
Brenner Pass Lake Garda
Slovenia
2 VENICE
Carcassonne
SPAIN
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city Optional start/end city Featured Hotel night
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2 FRENCH RIVIERA 2 BARCELONA MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Pisa
Plus Feature Hotel
Croatia
Apennine Mountains
Monaco
• Locally guided bike tour of Munich’s famous landmarks • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower
AUSTRIA
Liechtenstein
Lucerne
FRANCE ATLANTIC OCEAN
Only Contiki includes
• Swiss Mountain Hotel
2 FLORENCE ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
Explore more: optional activities Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour Florence Nightclub entry • Tuscan hills feast Barcelona Flamenco dance show Paris Cabaret show & dinner Swiss Alps Bungy jumping Visit contiki.com/impressions-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/impressions DON’T MISS
Holly Duncan: Just in Paris waiting for my flight home after an awesome 3 weeks. Sad to say good bye I wish I could keep it going.
Get a feel for the real Europe, from Swiss fondue & Gaudi’s Barcelona to tantalizing tipples in Bordeaux. European Impressions serves up fresh mountain air, the bridges of Florence & beer in Brussels…as well as good friends, great times & great places.
The rooftop bar at La Rinascente in Florence. On a sunny day this tiny terrace is perfect for sitting back with a coffee or glass of wine overlooking the city.
Time Out European Impressions 18 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: London to Brussels Meet up with your Contiki team & ferry across the English Channel. Dash through France to Brussels, famous for its chocolate, waffles & beer. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Statue of the Mannekin-Pis, the Grand Place & the Palace of Justice
Day 6: Swiss Alps to Munich Leave this gorgeous area behind, cross through tiny Liechtenstein & arrive in lively Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
Day 2: Brussels to Amsterdam Head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam & check out its myriad of museums, cool cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
Day 7: Munich to Venice Wind through the Alps & stop in Innsbruck, before travelling via the Brenner Pass to fairytale Venice. (B,D) See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
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Day 3: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley Follow the river to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Stunning drive along the Rhine River Learn how beer steins are crafted
Day 8: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
Day 4: Rhine Valley to Swiss Alps Stop in lakeside Lucerne for chocolate before arriving in the beautiful Swiss Alps. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) See the Lorelei Rock See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic Alpine drive
Day 9: Venice to Florence Stop at lakeside Sirmione then it’s on to Pisa to check out its architectural wonder before reaching Renaissance Florence. (B,D) Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 5: Swiss Alps Enjoy waking up to stunning views in this Alpine paradise. Opt for one of the many activities on offer like the Ice Flyer & hiking. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D)
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Day 10: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)
How much & when
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See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
Day 11: Florence to French Riviera Head out along the Italian coastline & past the ancient maritime city of Genoa to the glamorous French Riviera. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 12: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) Day 13: French Riviera to Barcelona Travel past Cannes, through France’s charmingly rustic Provence region, over the Pyrénées Mountains to Mediterranean Barcelona. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Code: BBEM summer 2012 Start London
Finish Paris or London
Total Cost £ pp*
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5 26 10 17 24 31 14 18 21 25 28 5 9
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12 Jul 29 16 Aug 2 19 Aug 5 26 Aug 12 2 Aug 19 9 Aug 26 23 Sep 9 30 Sep 16 6 Sep 23 13 Sep 30 20 ● Oct 7 24 ● Oct 11 27 ● Oct 14
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
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If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £499 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Day 14: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an unforgettable optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
17 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 2 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 15 nights in hotels (more on p.80-81) 26 meals: 17 continental breakfasts (B) 9 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £99. See p.19 for details.
12 World Heritage sites visited
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
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Day 15: Barcelona to Bordeaux Feel the glory of medieval Carcassonne on the road to Bordeaux. (B) Visit one of Europe’s greatest fortress cities
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Day 16: Bordeaux to Paris Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling vineyards en route to the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
Florence
Spanish flamenco show
The Swiss Alps
Capitoline Hill, Rome
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Day 17: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B)
Bungy jump in the Swiss Alps
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Day 18: Depart Paris Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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European Inspiration
Easy Pace
19 Days 9 Countries Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Italy, Vatican City, Switzerland, France
From £1599pp* £85 per day
Jewish Memorial, Berlin
GO
Only Contiki includes
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS
2 BERLIN
Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Poland
Ruhr Valley
London Dover Calais
Dresden
Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
2 PRAGUE
GERMANY
CZECH REP
Valley of the Somme
PARIS 2
Slovakia
Dachau
MUNICH 2
Burgundy Region
AUSTRIA Tyrol
SWITZ
Hungary
2 LUCERNE
FRANCE
• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Italian food & fashion experience • A guided tour of a 16th century Tuscan castle while enjoying local Chianti & antipasto • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower
Brenner Pass
Swiss Alps
Slovenia Lake Como
2 VENICE
Croatia
Barberino (Designer outlet mall)
Pisa
2 FLORENCE
Chianti Region
Bosnia
Plus
Plus Feature Hotel
• The Jailhotel or Swiss Mountain Hotel
ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA Vatican City
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Featured Hotel night
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Explore more: optional activities
2 ROME
Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour Prague Scenic river cruise & lunch Tyrol Whitewater rafting (summer departures only) Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour Florence Tuscan hills feast Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Paris Cabaret show & dinner IONIAN SEA
Visit contiki.com/inspiration-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/inspiration THIRSTY?
Amelia: This tour is fantastic. You have enough time in each city to get a taste of what they are like.
Throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain, stroll across the Ponte Vecchio in Florence & sing in the beer halls of Munich. The European Inspiration, with its two night stops gives you a perfect look at some of Europe’s favourites & what makes them tick.
Time Out
Be sure to do it like a local & have a pint of Pilsner in Prague, born & brewed in nearby Pilsen.
European Inspiration 19 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 2: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 3: Amsterdam to Berlin Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding arts, bar & club scene. (B,D) Day 4: Berlin Savour the mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
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Day 5: Berlin to Prague Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever-modernizing hub of Eastern European revival. (B,D) Visit the city destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’ See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden
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Day 8: Munich Don some lederhosen & have some fun in this cultural haven with its staggering array of museums, killer shopping & lively beer gardens. (B,D) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 9: Munich to Venice Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to fairytale Venice. (B,D) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
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Day 10: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 11: Venice to Rome As we farewell Venice, get ready to shop up a storm at a designer outlet mall stop in Barberino, before reaching Rome. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 12: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel. (B) Day 13: Rome to Florence Stop in the Tuscan hillside as we make our way to the Renaissance city of Florence. (B,D)
Day 6: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
How much & when Day 14: Florence A local guide shows you striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demo
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Day 15: Florence to Lucerne Stop & check out Pisa’s architectural wonder then catch a glimpse of Lake Como before arriving in Lucerne, nestled in the Swiss Alps. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa See Lucerne’s Wooden Chapel Bridge
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Day 16: Lucerne Enjoy the Alpine beauty of this lakeside town as you wander through the cobbled streets. Contiki Feature Hotel (B) Day 17: Lucerne to Paris Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 18: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) Visit a French perfumery
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Day 19: Depart Paris Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Code: BBAP summer 2012 Start London or Ams’dam
Finish Paris or London
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug
1999 1999 2049 2049 2099 2099 2099 2099 2099 2099 2099 2099 2165 2165 2165
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7 21 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 25 30 2 7 14
Start London or Ams’dam
Finish Paris or London
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Code: WWAP winter 2012/13 2012 Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
15 22 29 5 19 26 3 12 15 17 19 22 24 26
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2 9 16 23 7 14 21 30 2 4 6 9 11 13
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18 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation 2 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 16 nights in hotels (more on p.80-81) 27 meals: 18 continental breakfasts (B) 9 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £159. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £105. See p.19 for details.
10 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on twin-share.If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBAP - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £525. WWAP - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £425. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
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Day 7: Prague to Munich Stop at the sobering Dachau concentration camp memorial before reaching lively Munich, home to Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial Visit a traditional beer hall
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Tuscan castle wine tasting
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European Vista 21 Days 10 Countries France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £1745pp* £84 per day
The Tyrol, Austria
GO
Only Contiki includes
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS Edam
ENGLAND
2 AMSTERDAM
GERMANY Poland
Ruhr Valley London
Dover
Rhine Valley
Calais
1 RHINE VALLEY
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Valley of the Somme
2 PRAGUE CZECH REP
2 PARIS
Slovakia
Dachau
MUNICH 1
Burgundy Region
1 VIENNA 2 TYROL
SWITZ
AUSTRIA
2 LUCERNE
FRANCE
Hungary
Brenner Pass Swiss Alps
Plus
Slovenia ITALY
2 VENICE
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Spain
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
• The Pyramide Hotel, Swiss Mountain Hotel
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Featured Hotel night
1 FLORENCE
Bosnia
ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
Plus Feature Hotel
Croatia
Apennine Mountains
Pisa
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Enjoy delicious gelato in Rome – our treat • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Cruise on the Rhine River - castles, villages, vineyards • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals to cheese making Edam
Explore more: optional activities
2 ROME
IONIAN SEA
Paris Cabaret show & dinner Lucerne Lake Lucerne cruise (summer only) French Riviera Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco Florence Tuscan hills feast • Nightclub entry Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Tyrol Tandem paragliding • Mountain biking & lunch • Whitewater rafting • Zorbing (all Tyrol optionals are for summer departures only) Vienna Mozart & Strauss classical concert & dinner Rhine Valley Wine tasting Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Visit contiki.com/vista-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/vista TRAVEL TIP
blonde_ babe877: Words really can’t even begin to express how it feels to gaze at Michelangelo’s David, take a gondola ride in Venice, or eat in a Parisian café.
With two night stops in almost every place, live it up the way only the locals can. All your bases are covered, from Tuscan feasts & wine tasting to mountain biking, paragliding & rafting, the choice is yours - go leisurely or adventurous... or both.
Time Out
Need some free WiFi to get in contact with friends & family? Two words; Apple Store.
European Vista 21 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) Day 3: Paris to Lucerne Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Day 4: Lucerne Your jaw will drop at the Alpine beauty of this lake town as you wander through the cobbled streets. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) See the Wooden Chapel Bridge View the Lion Monument
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Day 5: Lucerne to French Riviera Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como en route to the glamorous resort town of Nice. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit a French perfumery
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Day 6: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Tonight, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 7: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous tower before arriving in Renaissance Florence. (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Day 9: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) Day 10: Rome to Venice Criss-cross the Appenine Mountains before reaching enchanting Venice. (B,D) Day 11: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, little shops, bars & markets. (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 12: Venice to Austrian Tyrol Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to a quaint Tyrolean village. (B,D) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
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Day 13: Austrian Tyrol Choose your own adventure in the mountains of Tyrol exhilarating outdoor activities include tandem paragliding, hiking & mountain biking! (B,D) Day 14: Austrian Tyrol to Munich Stop at the sobering Dachau concentration camp memorial before reaching lively Munich, home to Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Dachau concentration camp memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
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Day 15: Munich to Vienna Leave festive Bavaria behind & head to Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna. Contiki Feature Hotel (B)
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Day 8: Florence to Rome A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities & then it’s on the road to Rome. (B,D) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florentine leather craft demonstration See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum in Rome See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
How much & when Day 16: Vienna to Prague Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour of Vienna. Then travel through Bohemia to Prague, “The City of a Thousand Spires.” (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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Day 17: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
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Day 19: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the canals, gable houses & the city by night
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Day 20: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills out to the scenic village of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Then check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Day 21: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
2185 2185 2185 2239 2239 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2379 2379
2012 Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
7 21 28 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 18 23 25 30 2 7
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Day 18: Prague to Rhine Valley Journey through Germany to the Rhine Valley, full of castles & renowned vineyards. (B,D) See the Lorelei Rock Scenic Rhine River cruise (summer departures only)
Finish Ams’dam or London
Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Total Cost £ pp*
Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct
2379 2379 2379 2379 2379 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299
2012 27 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29 6 8 13 15 20 22 27
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
14 16 21 28 4 11 25 1 8 12 15 17 19 22 29 6
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3 5 10 17 24 31 14 21 28 2 5 7 9 12 19 26
20 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 3 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 17 nights in hotels (more on p.80-81) 31 meals: 20 continental breakfasts (B) 11 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
Code: WWHT winter 2012/13 2012 Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
20 27 3 17 24 1 8 15 17 19 24 31
2013 Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan
9 16 23 7 14 21 28 4 6 8 13 20
1825 1825 1799 1799 1799 1799 1799 1849 1849 1849 1849 1849
Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar
7 19 26 16 23 9 16
Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr
27 8 15 8 15 29 5
1849 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1779
£
Pay 12 months in advance you save £189. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £115. See p.19 for details.
12 World Heritage sites visited
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHV - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £575. WWHT - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £459. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. The 2 nights in the Austrian Tyrol are replaced with a 2nd night in both Florence and Vienna. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
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European Panorama 28 Days 12 Countries France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £2999pp* £108 per day
François I's stunning Château de Chambord
GO NORTH SEA
Edam
Ruhr Valley London
Poland
GERMANY
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Cruise on the Rhine River - castles, villages, vineyards • Locally guided bike tour to Edam - plus more
NETHERLANDS
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
BELGIUM
Czech Rep Valley of the Somme
MUNICH 1
2 PARIS Loire Valley
FRANCE
2 SWISS ALPS
1 BORDEAUX
Liechtenstein Lucerne Dolomite Mountains Verona
Pisa Carcassonne Pyrenees Mountains
2 BARCELONA
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
AUSTRIA
Romania
Croatia
Bosnia
2 FLORENCE
ADRIATIC SEA
Explore more: optional activities
Montenegro
Macedonia
Mt. Vesuvius Pompeii
Albania
Brindisi
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Featured Hotel night
• Swiss Mountain Hotel, Roman Villa, Corfu Beach Resort • Contiki On-site Team - Corfu
Serbia
2 ROME Vatican City
Plus Feature Hotels
Slovenia
2 VENICE
ITALY
Plus
Hungary
1
SPAIN
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
2 VIENNA
1 TYROL
SWITZ
Château Chambord
Slovakia
Mauthausen
Only Contiki includes
1 3 CORFU
GREECE
CORINTH CANAL IONIAN SEA
Paris Cabaret show & dinner Barcelona Flamenco dance show Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Pompeii Entry fee & tour of the ancient city Corfu Island sailing cruise Venice Gondola ride along the canals • Guided city walking tour Vienna Schnaps museum visit & tasting Tyrol Tandem paragliding Rhine Valley Wine tasting in a historic cellar Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Visit contiki.com/panorama-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Daniela: The best trip of my life! I miss the tour and my Contiki family every day, wish I could have stayed forever!
If drinking wine in Bordeaux, eating tapas in Barcelona & chilling on the beach in Corfu is what gets you going, then the European Panorama is your perfect trip. Loads of essential inclusions & cool optionals make for an epic holiday experience.
Time Out
Parc Güell in Barcelona. This park was designed by Antoni Gaudi & has enough cool sights to keep any stroller entertained.
European Panorama 28 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to the “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Discover this city’s magic, romance, history & legendary icons. (B) Day 3: Paris to Bordeaux Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling vineyards en route to Bordeaux. (B) Scenic drive to see Château de Chambord
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Day 4: Bordeaux to Barcelona Feel the glory of medieval Carcassonne on the road to Barcelona. (B,D) Visit one of Europe’s greatest fortress cities
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Day 5: Barcelona Barcelona goes off! From Gaudi’s architecture to food, markets & music, take time to indulge in it all. (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 6: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 7: French Riviera Stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
Day 10: Florence to Rome Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. Contiki Feature Hotel (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City Two night stay at Hotel Cabala
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Day 11: Rome Explore the “Eternal City”. Later, there’s a chance to tour the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Day 12: Rome to Corfu Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Cross Italy & board the ferry to Greece. (B) Days 13-15: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D)(B)(B,D) Day 16: Corfu to Italy Cruise up the Adriatic to the enchanting port of Venice. (B) Day 17: Arrive Venice Head out to Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona & then it’s back to Venice. (B,D) See Juliet’s Balcony & the Roman Arena
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Day 18: Venice Discover the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, shops, bars & markets. (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals
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Day 19: Venice to Vienna Today we head to Austria’s capital, Vienna. (B,D)
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Day 8: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Florence. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Day 9: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. Later, explore at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demo
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See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
Day 22: Munich to Austrian Tyrol Be ‘wowed’ by stunning Alpine scenery en route to a cool Tyrolean village. (B,D) See this idyllic region famous for adventure sports
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Day 23: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before spending two nights in the magical Swiss Alps. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic Alpine drive
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Day 24: Swiss Alps Chill in the breathtaking Alps & enjoy one of the many outdoor activities on offer. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Day 25: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley Follow the Rhine River to a valley full of castles & vineyards. (B,D) See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
Code: BBHM summer 2012 Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Total Cost £ pp*
May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug
2999 2999 3085 3165 3165 3165 3165 3165 3259 3259
2012 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
16 30 14 21 28 11 18 25 2 9
Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 13 27 10 17 24 8 15 22 29 5
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
16 Aug 23 Aug 30 Aug 6 Sep 13 Sep 27 Sep 30 Sep 3 ● Sep 10 ● Oct
12 19 26 2 9 23 26 30 7
3259 3259 3259 3259 3165 3165 3165 3165 3165
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £789 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
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25 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 7 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotels, 18 nights in hotels, +2 nights on board ferries (more on p.80-81) 41 meals: 27 continental breakfasts (B) 14 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
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18 World Heritage sites visited
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Day 26: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next up, it’s Amsterdam. (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the canals, gable houses & the city by night
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Day 27: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills out to Edam. Afterwards, check out the cool cafés & nightclubs. (B) Day 28: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Tyrol, Austria
Pompeii
Rome
Corfu
Day 20: Vienna This morning take a city tour, before the day is yours to explore Vienna’s music, cafés, architecture & of course, strudel! (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road Day 21: Vienna to Munich Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen concentration camp memorial en route to Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B) Entry into the Mauthausen memorial
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European Explorer + Mykonos Island or Greek Island Cruising options 33 Days 17/18 Countries France, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Greece, Turkey (Cruise option only) Albania, Montenegro (in transit), Bosnia (in transit), Croatia, Slovenia (in transit), Austria, Germany, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £3825pp* £116 per day
St. Peter’s Square, Rome IRISH SEA
NORTH SEA Edam
Wales
NETHERLANDS
Belarus
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
Ruhr Valley London Dover Calais
Poland
1 RHINE VALLEY
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
MUNICH 1
2 PARIS FRANCE
Fontainebleau Burgundy Region
SWITZ
LUCERNE 2
Pyrenees Mountains
BARCELONA 2
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Hungary SLOVENIA
Verona
Romania
CROATIA
2 VENICE
BOSNIA Pisa
SPAIN
2 VIENNA
AUSTRIA
Serravalle (Designer outlet mall)
Monaco
Slovakia
Mauthausen
Liechtenstein
Swiss Alps
ATLANTIC OCEAN
CHATEAU DE 1 FONTAGER
Ukraine
Czech Rep
Valley of the Somme
1 FLORENCE
1 ZADAR
ITALY
Split
ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
Serbia
2 DUBROVNIK MONTENEGRO
2 ROME
Isle Of Capri
Pompeii
Bulgaria
Macedonia
1 TIRANA
Bari
1 SORRENTO
ALBANIA GREECE
1 PREVEZA
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IONIAN SEA
Corinth Canal Patras
1 ATHENS
MYKONOS
4
MYKONOS ISLAND OR CRUISING OPTION & maps see p.107
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www.contiki.com/explorer
From Barcelona, Dubrovnik & uncharted Albania, to the big names like Paris, Florence, Rome & the ‘Dam, this trip is variety at its best. Throw in either four days beachside in Mykonos, or sailing the stunning Greek Islands & Turkey.
Explorer1214138: Your trip is really only what you make it. As long as you are really ready to let yourself go and enjoy every minute, you can’t go wrong.
DON’T MISS Partial to a Freudian slip? Check out the home of the infamous psychoanalyst at the Sigmund Freud Museum, Vienna.
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Time Out European Explorer 33 Days What’s Included: 31 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation (see p.107 for full breakdown of accommodation for Mykonos Island & Greek Island Cruising options) 49 meals (Mykonos Island option) (see p.107 for full breakdown of meals) 59 meals (Greek Island Cruising option) (see p.107 for full breakdown of meals)
Pompeii
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings Dubrovnik
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Only Contiki includes
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter • Italian food & fashion experience • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri • Learn about the birthplace of modern society on a locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town & historic streets • Cruise on the Rhine River - plus more
Plus
Plus Feature Hotels
• French Château, Mykonos Resort, The Pyramide Hotel, The Jailhotel
Explore more: optional activities Paris Cabaret show & dinner Barcelona Flamenco dance show Monaco Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco Venice Gondola ride along the canals Florence Tuscan hills feast Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Pompeii Guided tour of the ancient city Athens Greek dinner & dancing night Dubrovnik Island cruise & swimming Vienna Mozart & Strauss concert & dinner Swiss Alps Cog railway ride to the top of Mt. Pilatus Rhine Valley Wine tasting Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Visit contiki.com/explorer-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris) & ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the ChampsÉlysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
Day 4: Château de Fontager to Barcelona Head to southern France, through the majestic Pyrénées Mountains, on to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona. (B,D)
Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B)
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Day 3: Paris to Château de Fontager We make our way southbound through Burgundy via the beautiful 12th century Château Fontainebleau before arriving at our Feature Hotel. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Visit Château Fontainebleau
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Day 5: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
The Pantheon, Rome
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Day 6: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through Provence, one of France’s most stunning regions, past Cannes, to the glamorous resort town of Nice on the French Riviera. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 7: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques
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ancient ruins. Then cross southern Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)
Itinerary & sightseeing Continued & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 8: French Riviera to Venice Grab yourself some bargains this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop for designer threads at an outlet mall in Serravalle en route to Venice. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery
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Day 9: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, little shops, bars & markets. (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 10: Venice to Florence Wind through the Apennine Mountains & Tuscan hillsides to Florence, a Renaissance city full of striking buildings & sacred art. (B)
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Walking tour of Florence with a local guide See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
Day 11: Florence to Rome Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder on the road to Rome. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 12: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) Day 13: Rome to Sorrento From Naples, catch the boat to Capri & soak up its sweeping views & romantic atmosphere before sailing to Sorrento. (B) Day 14: Sorrento to Greece From postcard perfect Sorrento, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s
Day 15: To Athens From Patras, cross the Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. (B)
Days 16-20 You choose! There’s either a Mykonos Island or Greek Island cruising option. See p.107. Day 21: Preveza to Tirana Travel into Albania & wind through the dramatic mountains & along the Adriatic Coast. (B,D) Day 22: Tirana to Dubrovnik Continue along the sparkling coastline through tiny Montenegro toward the lovely, ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D) Day 23: Dubrovnik Find historic buildings, modern galleries, ancient sculptures & amazing seafood in this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site. (B,D) Day 24: Dubrovnik to Zadar Move up the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in beautiful Split & travelling on to Zadar. (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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Day 25: Zadar to Vienna Take off from the seaside city & cruise on through Slovenia to
Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna. Contiki Feature Hotel (B) Day 26: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander this picture book city & its wealth of music, cafés, parks, architecture & of course, strudel! Contiki Feature Hotel (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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Day 27: Vienna to Munich Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen concentration camp memorial en route to Munich, home of the famous Oktoberfest. Indulging in beer, bratwurst & ‘kraut while you’re here is a must. (B) Entry into the Mauthausen memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
Day 30: Lucerne to Rhine Valley Follow the Rhine River, past the Black Forest to a valley full of castles & vineyards. (B,D) See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
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Day 31: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam Next we head to the Netherlands & on to the cool, vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the canals, gable houses & the city by night
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Day 32: Amsterdam Hop on a bike & peddle past windmills out to the scenic town of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Then check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Day 33: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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Day 28: Munich to Lucerne Leave the festive capital of Bavaria behind, cross through tiny Liechtenstein & arrive in the magical Swiss Alps. (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz
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Day 29: Lucerne Your jaw will drop at the Alpine beauty of this lake town as you wander through the cobbled streets. (B,D) See the Wooden Chapel Bridge View the Lion Monument
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Parliament, Vienna
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European Explorer
Time Out
How much & when
+ Mykonos Island option
Code: BBHE summer 2012
33 Days, 17 Countries
Start London or Paris
GREECE
CORINTH CANAL
£116 per day
ATHENS
Piraeus
MYKONOS 4
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 16: Athens to Mykonos Sightsee the ancient wonders of this bustling city before ferrying to Mykonos, for some sun & good times. Enjoy a tasty local dinner tonight & if you’re up for it, head to a local spot for some partying. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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Days 17-19: Mykonos Hang out on this island famous for its azure seas, golden beaches, cosmopolitan atmosphere & young, vibrant party culture.
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul
May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug
3825 3825 3919 3919 3919 3919 3999
Start London or Paris
Finish Ams’dam or London
Total Cost £ pp*
31 14 21 5 19 26 2
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
8 Aug 15 Aug 29 Aug 12 Sep 26 Sep 2 ● Oct 9 ● Oct
3999 3999 3999 3919 3919 3919 3919
9 16 30 13 27 4 11
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £1175 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
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Day 20: Mykonos to Preveza Back to Greece’s mainland, we make our way through the mountains to Preveza. (B,D)
33 Days, 18 Countries Kusadasi
From £3895pp*
Mykonos
Patmos
£118 per day Santorini Rhodes
Crete MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Itinerary & sightseeing
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Finish Ams’dam or London
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For all other inclusions see p.105
£
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Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
Day 18: Cruising to Rhodes Spend the day exploring pristine beaches, medieval towns & cool little shops. (B,L,D,S) See the fortified town of Rhodes
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Day 19: Cruising to Santorini via Crete Drop by Crete en route to Santorini, world-famous for its blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking
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Day 20: Santorini to Preveza After sightseeing, it’s back to the mainland, where we make our way through the mountains to Preveza. (B,D) See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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European Explorer + Cruise 33 Days What’s Included:
29 13 20 3 17 24 1 8 15 29 12 26 2 ● 9 ●
May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct
31 14 21 5 19 26 2 9 16 30 13 27 4 11
3735 3735 3829 3829 3829 3829 3905 3905 3905 3905 3829 3829 3829 3829
160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160
3895 3895 3989 3989 3989 3989 4065 4065 4065 4065 3989 3989 3989 3989
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.
natural scenery. (B,L,D,S) Visit Heraklion town on Crete See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini Visit Santorini’s main town of Fira
Time Out
Port Taxes Total Gratuities Cost £ pp* £ pp*
Places visited
See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos
Explore more: optionals
How much & when
2012 TURKEY
Athens
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49 meals: 32 continental breakfasts (B) 17 three-course dinners (D)
Refer to p.105 plus Mykonos Mykonos night tour • Paradise beach trip
+ Greek Island Cruise option
Day 17: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi Stop by the resort town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar. Later on, relax on the beach or in a local taverna on the friendly, unspoilt island of Patmos. (B,L,D,S) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar
31 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 9 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotels, 22 nights in hotels, +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.80-81)
World Heritage sites visited
European Explorer
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What’s Included:
18
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Day 16: Athens to Mykonos Board your ship & cruise to the Aegean paradise of Mykonos. Tonight, hang out on this island, famous for its golden beaches & vibrant party culture. (B,L,D,S)
European Explorer + Mykonos 33 Days
2012
29 13 20 3 17 24 1
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
Places visited 1 or more nightstops
Wander through the tiny streets & whitewashed cube houses found in the picture-perfect Cycladic paradise. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) Visit Mykonos town See the traditional Cycladic style houses See the famous windmills
Explore more: optionals
Finish Ams’dam or London
2012
AEGEAN SEA
From £3825pp*
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If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £1145 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These tours will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
31 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 5 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotels, 22 nights in hotels, +1 night on board a ferry, 4 nights on board a cruise ship (more on p.80-81 & 109) 59 meals: 32 continental breakfasts (B) 4 lunches (L) 19 three-course dinners (D) 4 suppers (S) For all other inclusions see p.105
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £195. See p.19 for details.
20 World Heritage sites visited
Refer to p.105 plus Patmos Guided tour of Monastry of St. John Kusadasi Guided tour of Greek site Ephesus Crete Guided tour of Minoan Palace
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£
27
In-Depth tours to choose from
• CHOOSE TO CRUISE • COMFY HOTELS & GUEST HOUSES
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More time to go local...
Some parts of Europe are just too good to leave. You get to the heart of a location on In-Depth tours, often staying 2 or 3 nights in one spot. It means more time to get to know a country or region & more time to soak up its culture.
Treat your tastebuds
Save even more!
Tasting the different flavours of Europe is an essential part of any holiday. Trying authentic (& delicious) meals prepared by locals the traditional way is a key part of experiencing new cultures. On our In-Depth tours we’ve included some extra special, authentic Regional Dinners at some of our favourite local restaurants so you can really immerse yourself in the taste of Europe. Here’s a sample of what you’ll experience…
On some of our Time Out InDepth tours you can save an additional 5% by booking tripleshare. Check out the price panels on the tour pages for more.
• Learn to make pizza like the locals in Rome • Devour mouth-watering delicacies with Budapest as your backdrop on our Danube river cruise • Sample Greek specialities at our favourite Athens taverna • Pick your way through a delicious variety of tapas dishes in buzzing Barcelona • Treat yourself to traditional French specialities as you dine out in Nice …and many more, so keep an eye out on the tour pages.
Stay close to the action Style, comfort & great locations - the key ingredients of our regional tour accommodation. We’ll get you as close as we can to the key sights, so it’s easy to get around & make the most of your days exploring. You’re never short on comfort on In-Depth tours too, like TVs in your room, often WiFi, en suite bathrooms, laundry facilities & fluffy towels – plus concierge services at your fingertips. It’s your choice too - share with your mates, or go solo for a little extra.
Low-cost airlines to Europe Not all our In-Depth tours start in London. So if you need flights to the city your tour departs from ask your travel agent or go online & book with one of Europe’s great low-cost airlines.
“Choose from 27 In-Depth tours from 4 to 17 days”
Easy Pace With minimum 2 & 3 night stays & often later starts in the morning, our Easy Pace tours offer a more relaxed way to see Europe. Plus, you still get authentic meals, local experiences & more time to get under the skin of the places you visit. Look out for the pink “Easy Pace” symbol on the tour pages.
Cool ways to cruise Croatia On our exclusive Croatian Island Cruising tour, explore unspoiled islands & coastal villages of the beautiful Dalmation Coast on a local boat (one of Croatia’s best!). More on p.136-137. The Med & Aegean Sit back & relax as you visit the Greek Islands & Turkey on a classic cruise liner. With great onboard facilities like pools, shopping & live entertainment, there are countless ways to enjoy your trip. See p.142-143. Nile cruising Take in the views from the deck as we sail along the world’s most famous river. It’s a chance to really relax in style & absorb ancient Egypt’s incredible scenery. You can really go local too – soak up the rays on a traditional felucca while you sit back & watch Egyptians go about their day. See p.128-129.
‘A room to myself’ option If you like the idea of a little more privacy & comfort, you always have the option of getting a room all to yourself for a little extra. Check out the tour price panels for details. Limited single rooms available.
Going solo? Even if you’re planning on leaving your mates at home, we’ll match you with a same sex room-mate. More than half our travellers are just like you – ready to head off on their own & experience Europe with young, fun & like-minded travel mates.
Explore more: optional activities
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Look out for the orange Explore More optionals panel on the bottom of every tour page
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Ireland 8 Days 2 Countries Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland
From £785pp* £99 per day
What’s Included: 7 nights twin-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81)
Giant’s Causeway
LONDONDERRY 1
Belfast
ATLANTIC OCEAN
N.IRELAND
11 meals: 7 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D)
REP. OF IRELAND
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team
DUBLIN 2
GALWAY 2 Cliffs of Moher
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
1 KILKENNY 1 CORK
Blarney
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Places visited Nightstops
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
GO
Only Contiki includes
• Learn about the troubled history of Belfast on a locally guided walking tour • Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the famous Blarney Stone
How much & when Code: BBIR summer 2012 Start Dublin
Finish Dublin
Total Cost £ pp*
£
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1 World Heritage sites visited
Start Dublin
Finish Dublin
Total Cost £ pp*
2012
2012 Mar Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
31 Apr 7 14 Apr 21 28 May 5 5 May 12 12 May 19 19 May 26 26 Jun 2 2 Jun 9 4 ◆ Jun 11 9 Jun 16 16 Jun 23 23 Jun 30 30 Jul 7 2 ◆ Jul 9 7 Jul 14 14 Jul 21 21 Jul 28
785 785 785 799 799 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 855 855 855 855
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
23 28 4 11 13 18 25 27 1 8 15 17 22 29 6 13
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30 4 11 18 20 25 1 3 8 15 22 24 29 6 13 20
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
855 855 855 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 825 825
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £205. Tour starts 4:30pm in Dublin & ends approx. 8:00am in Dublin. ◆ These tours operate in reverse. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent. Belfast
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Dublin
IRISH SEA
Itinerary & sightseeing
before travelling south through Connacht to Galway. (B) See the 17th century city walls of Londonderry
Day 1: Arrive Dublin Check-in to your hotel & this evening meet up with your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers. (D)
Day 4: Galway Discover this quintessential Irish town where Gaelic is still spoken on the streets. Opt in for the chance to visit the stunning Aran Islands, a 40 minute boat ride away. (B,D)
Day 2: Dublin to Londonderry Discover the troubled history of Belfast then be amazed by natural rock formations of the spectacular Giant’s Causeway as we make our way to the walled city of Londonderry. (B) See the Giant’s Causeway
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Day 3: Londonderry to Galway Explore Londonderry & its fascinating historical sites,
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Day 5: Galway to Cork Spot the Cliffs of Moher then get the chance to kiss the famous Blarney Stone before arriving in Cork. (B,D) Visit Blarney, home of the Blarney Stone
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Day 6: Cork to Kilkenny See the brightly coloured buildings of hill-side Cobh before reaching the charming medieval Kilkenny. (B,D)
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Entrance to the Port Heritage Centre, last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic See the Rock of Cashel See Kilkenny Castle & St. Canice’s Cathedral
Day 7: Kilkenny to Dublin Dublin has so much to see & do, so take time to explore it’s vibrant mix of thriving markets, museums, cafes & enjoy the easy-going local hospitality. (B) See Trinity College, the Monument of Light, Parnell Square & St. Stephen’s Green
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Day 8: Depart Dublin The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Scotland & Ireland 13 days From £1339pp*
£103 per day Highland fling? Add 5 days to your tour & get a slice of Scotland too. Day 1: Arrive Edinburgh Days 2-5: See Days 5-8 England & Scotland map, itinerary & sightseeing on p.111.
Day 6: Glasgow to Dublin Ferry to Northern Ireland. (B,D) Days 7-13: See Days 2-8 Ireland map, itinerary & sightseeing above.
For full details, dates & prices check out our website. Tour code: BBED Single supplement of £355
£ Pay 6 months in advance you save £69. See p.19.
More info at www.contiki.com/scotland-ireland
Explore more: optional activities Dublin Guinness Brewery Storehouse visit Londonderry Walking tour including Bogside Murals Galway Boat ride to the Aran Islands Kilkenny Guided walking tour Visit contiki.com/ireland-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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England & Scotland
Time Out England & Scotland 9 Days
9 Days 2 Countries England, Scotland
What’s Included:
From £965pp*
8 nights twin-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81)
£108 per day
12 meals: 8 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D)
1 SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Loch Ness
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team
Isle of Skye
SCOTLAND
WEST 1 HIGHLANDS St. Andrews
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
Stirling
2 EDINBURGH
GLASGOW 1
Northumberland National Park Gretna Green
LAKE 1 DISTRICT
N.Ireland
NORTH SEA
1 YORK
IRISH SEA
Rep. of Ireland
Liverpool
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
ENGLAND
1 WOLVERHAMPTON
Scottish Highlands
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Wales
London Bath
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: London to Wolverhampton Meet up with your Contiki team & take a London sightseeing tour before travelling to Wolverhampton, via Bath. Tonight, get to know your group over dinner & maybe hit the town for a night out. (D) See the mystical boulders of Stonehenge Visit the old Roman town of Bath
• •
Day 2: Wolverhampton to York We’ll spend some time channeling the home of the ‘Fab Four’ in Liverpool, before making our way through the cute Peak District to York. (B,D) Guided walking tour of York See York Minster & Clifford’s Tower
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Day 3: York to Lake District This morning we make our way to Cumbria’s gorgeous Lake District. There are plenty of optional activities to choose from, like hiking & kayaking. (B) Visit Bowness & see Lake Windermere
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Day 4: Lake District to Edinburgh Stop at Hadrian’s Wall & cross the border town of Gretna Green en route to Edinburgh. (B)
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Entrance to Gretna Green Museum Driving city tour to see Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace & the Royal Mile
Day 5: Edinburgh Spend a day exploring the city. Combining medieval & modern, its buildings are perched on top of hills, shadowed by cliffs & overlooking the sea. (B,D) Day 6: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands Stop at the original home of golf - St. Andrews - on the way to the Scottish Highlands & Loch Ness. (B,D) Day 7: Scottish Highlands to West Highlands See the stunning Isle of Skye, with its moors, mountains, lochs & sea cliffs. (B)
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Day 8: West Highlands to Glasgow Visit historic Stirling before arriving in lively Glasgow. (B) See Stirling Castle & the William Wallace Monument See George Square & the Glasgow City Chambers
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Day 9: Depart Glasgow/ Train to London The tour ends after breakfast in Glasgow & it’s time to swap email addresses & say farewell to your new found friends. Or if you’ve chosen to end in London, catch the train back down south where your tour ends upon arrival. (B)
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Code: BBBR summer 2012 Start London
Finish Glasgow or London
Total Cost £ pp*
Mar Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
965 965 965 965 989 989 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1015 1049 1049
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23 6 20 27 4 11 18 25 27 1 8 15 22 24 29 6 13
Start London
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Total Cost £ pp*
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15 20 27 3 5 10 17 19 24 31 7 9 14 21 28 5
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1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 1049 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965 965
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23 28 4 11 13 18 25 27 1 8 15 17 22 29 6 13
Scotland 6 days From £635pp*
£106 per day Just want Scotland? Try everything Scottish on our 6 day tour. For full details, dates & prices check out our website. Tour code: BBSC. Single supplement of £165.
2012 Oct Dec Dec Dec Dec
20 8 15 26 28
2013 Oct Dec Dec Jan Jan
27 15 22 2 4
719 709 729 729 729
Jan 5 Feb 2 Mar 2
Jan 12 Feb 9 Mar 9
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
£ Pay 6 months in
advance you save £35. See p.19.
More info at www.contiki.com/scotland
York Evening ‘Ghost Walk’ Lake District Kayaking or Canoeing • High ropes course Edinburgh Dinner with haggis & bagpipes Visit contiki.com/england-scotland-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
729 689 689
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. BBBR - Summer 2012 - 9 days Single room supplement of £255. WWBR - Winter 2012/13 - 8 days Single room supplement of £185. Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 8:00am in Glasgow or 1:00pm in London. ● These tours will be in Edinburgh during the Festival & Military Tattoo (tickets not included). For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. Winter departures are 8 days long & feature a slightly modified itinerary. 1 night in Bristol, York 1 night, Edinburgh 2 nights, Scottish Highlands 1 night, Glasgow 1 night, Liverpool 1 night. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Only Contiki includes
• Follow in the footsteps of The Beatles on our locally guided Magical Mystery Tour • Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of stunning Loch Ness
Plus
2012 31 14 28 5 12 19 26 2 4 9 16 23 30 2 7 14 21
Code: WWBR winter 2012/13
Explore more: optional activities
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Places visited Nightstops Optional end cities
See the spectacular Eilean Donan Castle Visit seaside town Portree See Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis
GO
Stonehenge
Plus Regional Dinners
• Traditional English roast dinner in a local pub
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £69. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £49. See p.19 for details.
7 World Heritage sites visited
You choose Want to finish in London? Add £105 to take the train from Glasgow to London.
Edinburgh
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Great Britain & Ireland 16 Days 5 Countries England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Wales
From £1535pp* £96 per day
The Giant’s Causeway
GO
• Follow in the footsteps of The Beatles on our locally guided Magical Mystery Tour • Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of stunning Loch Ness • Learn about the troubled history of Belfast on a locally guided walking tour • Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the famous Blarney Stone
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS 1 Loch Ness
Isle of Skye
SCOTLAND
WEST 1 HIGHLANDS
ATLANTIC OCEAN
St. Andrews
Stirling
2 EDINBURGH
GLASGOW 1
Northumberland National Park
Giant’s Causeway
LONDONDERRY 1
LAKE 1 DISTRICT
N.IRELAND
REP. OF IRELAND
GALWAY 2
DUBLIN 2
Plus Regional Dinners
• Traditional English roast dinner in a local pub 1 YORK
IRISH SEA
NORTH SEA
Holyhead Liverpool
Explore more: optional activities
ENGLAND
Cliffs Of Moher
1 KILKENNY Blarney
Plus
Gretna Green Belfast
Only Contiki includes
1
1 WOLVERHAMPTON WALES
CORK Bath
London
Stonehenge
Places visited Nightstops
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York Evening ‘Ghost Walk’ Lake District Kayaking or Canoeing • High ropes course Edinburgh Traditional dinner with haggis & bagpipes Dublin Guinness Brewery Storehouse visit Londonderry Walking tour with local guide Galway Boat ride to the Aran Islands Kilkenny Guided walking tour Visit contiki.com/britain-ireland-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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AussieBeksta: The people were awesome, the sights were amazing & the experiences we had were incredible.
Sightseeing, history & culture - hit the highlights of England, Scotland & Ireland. Stroll Edinburgh’s Royal Mile & then search for Nessie at the Loch. Add to that sampling Guinness, kissing the Blarney Stone, exploring castles, cathedrals & more!
LOCAL TIP
Time Out
Enjoy what the locals believe to be the best pint of Guinness in Dublin at J. O’Connell’s pub.
Great Britain & Ireland 16 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: London to Wolverhampton Meet up with your Contiki team & take a London sightseeing tour before travelling to Wolverhampton, via Bath. Tonight, get to know your group over dinner & maybe hit the town for a night out. (D) See the mystical boulders of Stonehenge Visit the old Roman town of Bath
• •
Day 2: Wolverhampton to York We’ll spend some time channeling the home of the ‘Fab Four’ in Liverpool, before making our way through the cute Peak District to York. (B,D) Guided walking tour of York See York Minster & Clifford’s Tower
••
Day 3: York to Lake District This morning we make our way to Cumbria’s gorgeous Lake District. There are plenty of optional activities to choose from, like hiking & kayaking. (B) Visit Bowness & see Lake Windermere
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Day 4: Lake District to Edinburgh Stop at Hadrian’s Wall & cross through the border town of Gretna Green en route to Edinburgh. (B) Entrance to Gretna Green Museum Driving city tour to see Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace & the Royal Mile
• •
Day 5: Edinburgh Spend a day exploring the city.
Aran Islands
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Combining medieval & modern, its buildings are perched on top of hills, shadowed by cliffs & overlooking the sea. (B,D) Day 6: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands Stop at the original home of golf - St. Andrews - on the way to the Scottish Highlands & Loch Ness. (B,D) Day 7: Scottish Highlands to West Highlands See the stunning Isle of Skye, with its moors, mountains, lochs & sea cliffs. (B) See the spectacular Eilean Donan Castle Visit seaside town Portree See Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis
• ••
Day 8: West Highlands to Glasgow Visit historic Stirling before arriving in lively Glasgow. (B) See Stirling Castle & the William Wallace Monument See George Square & the Glasgow City Chambers
• •
Day 9: Glasgow to Dublin Ferry to Northern Ireland, travelling through County Meath to Dublin. (B,D) Day 10: Dublin to Londonderry Discover the troubled history of the now redeveloped Belfast then be amazed by natural rock formations of the Giant’s Causeway. (B) See the Giant’s Causeway
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Day 11: Londonderry to Galway Explore Londonderry & its fascinating historical sites,
How much & when before travelling south through Connacht to Galway. (B) See the 17th century city walls of Londonderry
•
Day 12: Galway Discover the quintessential Irish town where Gaelic is still spoken on the streets. There’s also an option to visit the Aran Islands, a 40 minute boat ride away. (B,D) Day 13: Galway to Cork Spot the Cliffs of Moher then get the chance to kiss the famous Blarney Stone before arriving in Cork. (B,D) Visit Blarney, home of the Blarney Stone
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Day 14: Cork to Kilkenny See the brightly coloured buildings of portside Cobh before reaching charming Kilkenny. (B,D) Entrance to the Port Heritage Centre, the last port of call for the ill-fated Titanic See the Rock of Cashel See Kilkenny Castle & St. Canice’s Cathedral
• ••
Day 15: Kilkenny to Dublin Return to Dublin where you can explore its thriving markets, museums, cafes & enjoy the easy-going local hospitality. (B) See Trinity College, the Monument of Light, Parnell Square & St. Stephen’s Green
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Day 16: Dublin to London We ferry across the Irish Sea to Wales & travel back to London where the tour ends upon arrival. (B)
Code: BBUK summer 2012 Start London
Finish London
Total Cost £ pp*
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Start London
Finish London
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2012
23 Apr 7 6 Apr 21 20 May 5 27 May 12 4 May 19 11 May 26 18 Jun 2 25 Jun 9 27 ◆ Jun 11 1 Jun 16 8 Jun 23 15 Jun 30 22 Jul 7 24 ◆ Jul 9 29 Jul 14 6 Jul 21 13 Jul 28
1535 1535 1535 1535 1575 1575 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1675 1675
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
15 ◆ Jul 20 Aug 27 Aug 3 ● Aug 5 ●◆ Aug 10 ● Aug 17 ● Sep 19 ●◆ Sep 24 Sep 31 Sep 7 Sep 9 ◆ Sep 14 Sep 21 Oct 28 Oct 5 Oct
30 4 11 18 20 25 1 3 8 15 22 24 29 6 13 20
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
1675 1675 1675 1675 1675 1675 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of £405. Tour starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 8:00pm in London. This tour is a combination tour where clients who have booked the England & Scotland only section return to London on Day 9 and those who have booked the Ireland only section join on Day 9. ● These tours will be in Edinburgh during the Festival & Military Tattoo (tickets not included). ◆ The Ireland section of these tours operate in reverse. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
15 nights twin-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) 23 meals: 15 continental breakfasts (B) 8 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £79. See p.19 for details.
7 World Heritage sites visited
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent. Kiss the Blarney Stone
Edinburgh
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London & Paris
Easy Pace
7 Days 2 Countries England, France
From £659pp* £95 per day
What’s Included:
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS
6 nights twin-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81)
ENGLAND
2 AMSTERDAM
LONDON 3
Bath
Dover Stonehenge
8 meals: 6 continental breakfasts (B) 2 three-course dinners (D)
Germany Valley of the Somme
PARIS 3
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team
Paris
BELGIUM
Calais
ENGLISH CHANNEL
+
2
Itinerary & sightseeing
Versailles
FRANCE
SWITZ
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
ITALY
Sightseeing tours in London & Paris
Places visited Nightstops Optional end cities
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
ROME 3
Ferry crossings
Code: BBGE summer 2012 Only Contiki GO includes
Start London
• Experience a famous West End musical in London • Discover mystical Stonehenge & explore beautiful Bath on our day trip • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sighseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Guided tour of King Louis XIV’s magificent Château Versailles • 300km/h trip on a high speed train (Amsterdam extension only)
Extension This tour can be extended from Paris to Amsterdam or Rome. See p.115 for details.
Total Cost £ pp*
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7 21 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 7
Start London
Finish Paris
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
13 27 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29 6 13
799 799 829 829 849 849 849 849 849 849 849 879
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
14 21 28 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
20 27 3 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 5
879 879 879 849 849 849 849 849 849 849 849
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Days 2-3: London Get set for a couple of action packed days - see the city’s traditional icons, take a day trip to architecturally beautiful Bath & mysterious Stonehenge & catch a West End musical.
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Day 4: London to Paris Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D)
• •
See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
Days 5-6: Paris Indulge in this sophisticated city for two whole days & find magic, romance & history in everything from the breezy boulevards & impressive monuments, to the great works of art & magic lights. Take a trip to the illustrious Château Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. (B)(B) Visit a French perfumery
•
Day 7: Depart Paris The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “au revoir” to your new friends. (B)
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6 World Heritage sites visited
Finish Paris
Day 1: Arrive London Check-in to your hotel after 2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to explore. At 6:00pm, meet your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner & a stroll through Covent Garden. (D) Walking tour to see Soho, Covent Garden & some of London’s West End
There’s free time to shop, explore vibrant neighbourhoods, or perhaps choose to catch a bird’s eye view of it all from the London Eye. (B)(B) Sightseeing tour of London See Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace See the mystical boulders of Stonehenge Visit the old Roman town of Bath Experience a traditional English pub 1 day pass on the London Underground
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20 27 10 24 20 27 30
2013 Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Jan Jan
26 2 16 30 26 2 5
689 689 679 679 699 699 699
Jan 26 Mar 2 Mar 16
Feb 1 Mar 8 Mar 22
659 659 675
Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate at no extra charge.
BBGE - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £215. WWGE - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £175. Tour starts 6:00pm in London & ends approx. 8:00am in Paris. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Hit the shops in London
Explore more: optional activities Bath Entry to the Roman Baths and audio guided tour Stonehenge Audio guided tour of Stonehenge Paris Cabaret show & three-course dinner Visit contiki.com/london-paris-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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London & Paris + Paris extension 9 Days 2 countries: England, France From £785pp*
£88 per day
Itinerary & sightseeing Days 1-6: London to Paris Refer to London & Paris itinerary & sightseeing on p.114.
Easy Pace
9 Days 4 countries: England, France, Belgium (in transit), Netherlands From £909pp*
£101 per day
Itinerary & sightseeing Days 1-6: London to Paris Refer to London & Paris itinerary & sightseeing on p.114. Days 7-8: Paris to Amsterdam Hop on the train & head to the Netherlands’ free-wheeling, vibrant capital city, Amsterdam. Check out the museums, cool cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Grab a bike & hit the streets to explore like the locals. (B)(B)
Paris
www.contiki.com/londonparis-plus
• ••
Transfer to station & train to Amsterdam Transfer to Amsterdam hotel 2 day city tram pass
Day 9: Depart Amsterdam The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: You’ll travel independently by train & will be met by a Contiki Representative in Amsterdam & transferred to your hotel. Your stay in Amsterdam is unescorted.
www.contiki.com/londonamsterdam
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Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
15 29 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 1 8 15
985 985 1015 1015 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1075
Finish Paris
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
14 21 28 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
1075 1075 1075 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039 1039
22 29 5 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 7
2012
Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec
20 27 10 24 20 27
Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan
28 4 18 2 28 4
819 819 809 809 829 829
Dec 30
Jan 7
829
2013 Jan 26 Mar 2 Mar 16
Feb 3 Mar 10 Mar 24
785 785 799
BBGP - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £259. WWGP - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £209.
Code: BBGA summer 2012 Start London
Finish Ams’dam
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
1069 1069 1099 1099 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1165
Start London
15 29 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 1 8 15
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
14 21 28 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
1165 1165 1165 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125
22 29 5 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 7
2012
2012 20 27 10 24 20 27
Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan
28 4 18 2 28 4
949 949 935 935 965 965
+ Paris, Amsterdam or Rome 9/10 Days
What’s Included: Paris extension: 8 nights twin-share hotel accommodation Amsterdam extension: 8 nights twin-share hotel accommodation Train journey & transfer Rome extension: 9 nights twin-share hotel accommodation Flight to Rome & transfer (more on p.80-81)
10 meals: (Paris & Ams’dam) 8 continental breakfasts (B) 2 three-course dinners (D)
Finish Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
1229 1229 1259 1259 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1339
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team (days 1-7) Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging (days 1-7)
Jan 7
965
2013 Jan 26 Mar 2 Mar 16
Sightseeing tours in London & Paris
Feb 3 Mar 10 Mar 24
909 909 925
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
Start London
Ferry crossings
GO
Code: BBGR summer 2012 Start London
11 meals: (Rome) 9 continental breakfasts (B) 2 three-course dinners (D)
Dec 30
BBGA - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £279. WWGA - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £239.
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
London & Paris
All other inclusions:
Finish Ams’dam
Code: WWGA winter 2012/13 Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec
Time Out
2012
7 21 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 7
Only Contiki includes
Finish Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
See inclusions on opposite page
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
1339 1339 1339 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289
6
2012
2012
Easy Pace
3 countries: England, France, Italy
7 21 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 7
16 30 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
14 21 28 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29
23 30 6 20 27 3 10 17 24 1 8
World Heritage sites visited
Code: WWGR winter 2012/13
From £1039pp*
The Pantheon, Rome hotel on arrival, then head out to explore Rome. (B) Transfer to airport & flight to Rome Transfer to Rome hotel 3 day pass on the Rome Metro
fashion & most impotantly, gorge on delicious gelato. (B)(B)
Days 8-9: Rome Do it like a local & use your Metro pass to get out & see the ancient sights of the “Eternal City.” Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ & explore this living museum, from the Vatican to the Colosseum. Hit the shops for some sophisticated Italian
Please note: You’ll travel independently by plane & will be met by a Contiki Representative in Rome & transferred to your hotel. Your stay in Rome is unescorted.
• Itinerary • & sightseeing •
Explore more: optionals
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2012
£104 per day
Day 7: Paris to Rome Transfer to the airport for your flight to Rome. Check-in to your
Start London
2012
2012
Easy Pace
10 Days
Days 1-6: London to Paris Refer to London & Paris itinerary & sightseeing on p.114.
Total Cost £ pp*
Code: WWGP winter 2012/13
London & Paris + Rome
Finish Paris
2012
London & Paris + Amsterdam
Start London
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
•
Please note: The Paris extension section of this tour is unescorted.
Code: BBGP summer 2012
2012
Days 7-8: Paris Check out this avant-garde city for a couple more days. Using your included Metro pass, shop in stylish boutiques for the hottest Parisian fashions, peruse worldrenowned museums like the Louvre or the Pompidou Centre & savour delicious gourmet food. Or day trip to a nearby attraction like Disneyland Paris, the Champagne Region, or the Monet gardens in Giverny. (B)(B) 2 day pass on the Paris Metro Day 9: Depart Paris The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “au revoir” to your new friends. (B)
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Day 10: Depart Rome The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)
www.contiki.com/londonrome
Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec
20 27 10 24 20 27
Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan
29 5 19 3 29 5
1085 1085 1069 1069 1099 1099
Dec 30
Jan 8
1099
2013 Jan 26 Mar 2 Mar 16
Feb 4 Mar 11 Mar 25
1039 1039 1059
All prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate at no extra charge. BBGR - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £325. WWGR - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £275. Tours start 6:00pm & end approx. 8:00am. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
*
See optionals listed on p.114 for all tours above Rome
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Simply Italy 12 Days 2 Countries Italy, Vatican City
From £1029pp* £86 per day
16th century Tuscan castle & wine tasting experience
GO
Switz
Slovenia Lake Garda
MILAN 1
Verona
Croatia
2 VENICE
Italy
LA SPEZIA 1 2 FLORENCE
Cinque Terre
Bosnia
Pisa Chianti Region
Apennine Mountains ADRIATIC SEA
ITALY
Vatican City
3 ROME
Plus Naples (Designer outlet mall)
Isle of Capri
Plus Regional Dinners
• Learn to make pizza Italian-style from the locals • Dine on regional specialities in local trattorias
2 SORRENTO
IONIAN SEA
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• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Italian food & fashion experience • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • A guided tour of a 16th century Tuscan castle while enjoying local Chianti & antipasto • Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica & the art of the Vatican Museums. • Cruise along the stunning, coastal towns of the Cinque Terre • Day trip to the beautiful Isle of Capri • The true Sorrento experience - a glass of Prosecco overlooking the Bay of Naples - plus more
Mt. Vesuvius
Pompeii
Places visited Nightstops
Only Contiki includes
Explore more: optional activities Pompeii Guided tour of the ancient city Sorrento Boat cruise around the beautiful Isle of Capri Florence Tuscan hills feast Lake Garda Cruise on the lake Venice Gondola ride • Guided walking tour Rome Guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum Visit contiki.com/simply-italy-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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www.contiki.com/simply-italy
Ciao bella! It’s time for iconic monuments, quaint cities, ancient history, beaches, delicious food & fashion. Italy has it all, so discover its best, from the romantic vibes of Florence, Milan & Rome to the picturesque Sorrento, La Spezia & the Cinque Terre.
INDULGE...
DID YOU KNOW?
You’ll go local with a delicious meal of Italian classics at Osteria del Gatto e la Volpe in Florence.
In August 2010, Georgia Boscolo became Venice’s first female gondolier.
Time Out Simply Italy 12 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Rome Check-in to your hotel & this afternoon meet your Tour Manager & get to know your fellow Contiki travellers. Day 2: Rome to Sorrento Travel south towards the home of pizza, Naples, where we’ll make a stop at a fashion outlet mall where you can splash some cash on discounted designer gear. Later, we’ll reach Sorrento, where you’ll enjoy a sunset drink overlooking the stunning bay. (B) See Mt. Vesuvius Scenic coastal drive to Sorrento
••
Day 3: Capri Excursion Chill out on the Isle of Capri. Be amazed at the natural beauty, stroll through the hillside town of Anacapri or sip on a café al fresco with the locals. (B,D) Day 4: Sorrento to Florence From postcard perfect Sorrento, pass through rural Umbria & Tuscany’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. (B,D) Local wine tasting in the Chianti region
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Day 5: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B)
Florence
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See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
Day 6: Florence to La Spezia Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder & then watch locals fishing along the shores. Indulge in tasty local food & wine in the seaside setting of the Cinque Terre. (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Visit Monterosso & Portovenere along the Cinque Terre Cruise (weather permitting) & train along the scenic coast
• • •
Day 7: La Spezia to Milan Leave the beauty of the Cinque Terre region behind & head to the capital of fashion, Milan! (B,D) See the Duomo, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II & La Scala Opera House in Milan
•
Day 8: Milan to Venice Follow the route of the Romans to the lakeside resort of Sirmione. Later, profess your love in Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona before arriving in fairytale Venice. (B) Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda See Juliet’s Balcony & the Roman Arena in Verona
••
How much & when Day 9: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. An optional gondola ride is a must! (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
• • •
Day 10: Venice to Rome Leave enchanting Venice & cross the Apennine Mountains on the road to Rome. (B,D) See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
Code: BBSY summer 2012 Start Rome
Finish Rome
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•
Day 12: Depart Rome The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 12 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Start Rome
Finish Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
2012
8 22 29 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 27 1 4
•
Day 11: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Get a feeling for Imperial Rome’s glory on an optional tour of the Roman Forum & Colosseum. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
19 3 10 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 5 8 12 15
1219 1219 1219 1255 1255 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1319 1319
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
8 11 15 22 25 29 5 12 26 2 9 16 23 30
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
19 22 26 2 5 9 16 23 6 13 20 27 4 11
1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1319 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285
Code: WWSY winter 2012/13 2012 Oct Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
15 5 3 17 22 26 31
2013 Oct Nov Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
26 16 14 28 2 6 11
1075 1059 1059 1089 1089 1089 1089
Jan Feb Mar Mar
14 4 4 18
Jan Feb Mar Mar
25 15 15 29
1089 1029 1029 1049
11 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) 15 meals: 11 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £109. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £65. See p.19 for details.
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* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBSY - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £385. WWSY - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £379. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
World Heritage sites visited
Mix
Match
Combine this trip with another tour & double your fun! You’ll also save £60 with our multi tour discount. See p.19. Fly to Athens & connect with the ‘Greek Island Hopping’ tour detailed on p.138-139. Use low-cost airlines with these tours. See p.109.
Sorrento
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Italian Espresso
Easy Pace
8 Days 2 Countries Italy, Vatican City
From £729pp* £92 per day
The Spanish Steps, Rome
GO
Switz Hungary Slovenia
Verona
Croatia
2 VENICE
Barberino (Designer outlet mall) Pisa Chianti Region San Gimignano
3 FLORENCE
Bosnia
Only Contiki includes
• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour • A guided tour of a 16th century Tuscan castle while enjoying local Chianti & antipasto • Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica & the art of the Vatican Museums • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice
Apennine Mountains
Plus
ADRIATIC SEA
ITALY
Plus Regional Dinners
• Learn to make pizza Italian-style from the locals • Dine on regional specialities at local trattorias
2 ROME Vatican City
Explore more: optional activities Places visited Nightstops Optional end city Optional start/end city (end Venice or Rome)
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Rome Guided tour & entry to the Colosseum & Roman Forum • Roman dinner Florence Nightclub entry & one drink • Delicious Tuscan feast with Chianti wine Venice Gondola ride • Venetian dinner with regional wines Visit contiki.com/espresso-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Elena: Definitely a good mix of things to see! It really is an Italian Espresso, where you get the best of Italy in such a short time!
Want a short but in-depth introduction to Italy? From the canals & cobbled lanes of timeless Venice to the vibes of the Eternal City & gorgeous Florence, it’s all here. With incredible food, coffee & people, you’ll get amongst it all, the way only the Italians can.
Did you know that in Rome you can get a slice of pizza for around €2 almost anywhere? Try Alice Pizzeria on Via delle Grazie (near the Vatican) for some of our favourites.
Time Out Italian Espresso 8 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Rome Check-in to your hotel & this afternoon meet your Tour Manager & get to know your fellow Contiki travellers. Then it’s time to hit the streets for some sightseeing of Italy’s ancient capital city. See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
buildings & sacred art. (B,D) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria in Florence
Day 2: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Get a feeling for Imperial Rome’s glory on an optional tour of the Roman Forum & Colosseum. (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City
•
•
•
Day 3: Rome to Florence Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A local guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking
How much & when
•
your love in Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona before arriving in fairytale Venice. (B,D)
Day 4: Florence Uncover the amazing masterpieces of Michelangelo’s home, Florence. Shop along the Ponte Vecchio or wrap your lips around some fine Tuscan cuisine before hitting up the Florentine nightlife. (B) Florentine leather craft demonstration
Day 7: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. An optional gondola ride is a must! (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
Day 5: Florence Enjoy a day trip out to the hills of the rustic Chianti region for a wine tasting & a stop in medieval San Gimignano - the quintessential Tuscan town. (B) Day 6: Florence to Venice Pick up some designer threads at bargain prices this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop at a designer outlet mall in Barberino. Later, profess
• •
Day 8: Depart Venice/ Rome The tour ends after breakfast in Venice & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. Or if you prefer, catch a free transfer back to Rome where your tour ends upon arrival. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 8 (ending in Venice) have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Code: BBHI summer 2012 Start Rome
Finish Venice or Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
7 28 12 19 26 2 16 23 30 7 9
Start Rome
Finish Venice or Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
14 5 19 26 2 9 23 30 7 14 16
825 825 845 865 865 865 865 865 865 889 889
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
14 21 28 4 18 1 8 15 22 29
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
21 28 4 11 25 8 15 22 29 6
889 889 889 889 865 865 865 865 865 865
Code: WWHI winter 2012/13 2012 Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec
20 10 24 15 21 26
2013 Oct Nov Dec Dec Dec Jan
27 17 1 22 28 2
765 749 749 775 775 775
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
5 19 23 2 16
Jan Jan Mar Mar Mar
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
12 26 2 9 23
775 729 729 729 745
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBHI - Summer 2011 Single room supplement of £259. WWHI - Winter 2011/12 Single room supplement of £239. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Venice or approx 6:00pm in Rome. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
7 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) 10 meals: 7 continental breakfasts (B) 3 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £69. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £45. See p.19 for details.
6 World Heritage sites visited
Mix
Match
Combine this trip with another tour & double your fun! Fly to Athens & connect with the ‘Greek Island Hopping’ tour detailed on p.138-139 or connect with the ‘Spotlight on Greece’ tour detailed on p.140-141. Alternatively, fly to Berlin & connect with the ‘Eastern Road’ tour detailed on p.134-135. Use low-cost airlines with these tours. See p.109.
Trevi Fountain, Rome
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Delicious included meals
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Mediterranean Trail
Easy Pace
11 Days, 3 Countries From £1195pp* £109 per day
Corfu
What’s Included: ITALY
9 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 9 nights in hotels, +1 night on board a ferry (more on p.80-81 & 109)
Montenegro
ADRIATIC SEA
3 ROME Vatican City
14 meals: 10 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D)
Macedonia Naples (Designer outlet mall)
Pompeii Isle of Capri
2
Brindisi
Albania
SORRENTO
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team
1
CORFU 2
Modern, air-conditioned coach
GREECE
IONIAN SEA Corinth Canal
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
2 ATHENS
Places visited Nightstops
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossing
GO
• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica & art of the Vatican • Learn about the birthplace of modern society on a guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis
Plus
Plus Regional Dinners
• Learn to make pizza Italian-style from the locals
£
Itinerary & sightseeing
Only Contiki includes
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £59. See p.19 for details.
5 World Heritage sites visited
How much & when
Day 1: Arrive Rome Check-in to your hotel & tonight meet your Tour Manager & fellow travellers for dinner. (D)
Code: BBGG summer 2012 Start Rome
Finish Athens
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
8 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 10
Start Rome
Finish Athens
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
18 1 8 15 22 29 6 13 20
1195 1225 1225 1225 1225 1225 1225 1255 1255
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
17 24 31 7 14 21 28 4 11
Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
27 3 10 17 24 31 7 14 21
1255 1255 1255 1255 1225 1225 1225 1225 1225
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £305 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Day 2: Rome Take a guided tour of the famous Vatican, its museums & priceless art. Later, you could opt to tour the Colosseum before a free evening. Try going local, find a cute restaurant & experience Rome by night! (B) See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums
• •
Day 3: Rome Explore the “Eternal City” in
your free time & get a feeling for Imperial Rome. (B) Day 4: Rome to Sorrento Travel south towards the home of pizza, Naples, where we’ll stop at an outlet mall - you can splash some cash on discounted designer gear. Later, we’ll reach Sorrento for a sunset drink overlooking the bay. (B) See the Bay of Naples & Mt. Vesuvius
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Day 5: Capri Excursion Be amazed at the natural beauty of Capri, stroll through the hillside town of Anacapri or sip on a café al fresco with the locals. (B,D) Day 6: Sorrento to Corfu Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) Scenic drive along the coast
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Days 7-8: Corfu Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun. (B)(B,D) See the Venetian fortress in Corfu’s old town
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Day 9: Corfu to Athens Travel across the impressive Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. (B,D) Day 10: Athens Sightsee the ancient wonders of this bustling city. (B) See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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Day 11: Depart Athens The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 11 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Explore more: optional activities Rome Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum Pompeii Entry fee & guided tour of the ancient city Corfu Water sports including parasailing, waterskiing & tube riding Athens Traditional taverna meal in the Plaka Visit contiki.com/trail-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Mediterranean Trail
Time Out
How much & when
+3 day Greek Island Cruise
Code: METCG3 summer 2012 Start Rome
14 Days, 4 Countries Easy Pace
From £1569pp* £113 per day
TURKEY
Athens
AEGEAN SEA Kusadasi Patmos
Mykonos
Santorini
More time? Add a 3 day Greek Island Cruise to your Mediterranean Trail tour.
Days 1-10: Rome to Athens Refer to Mediterranean Trail map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite. Day 11: Athens to Mykonos Cruise to Mykonos with its golden beaches & young, vibrant party culture. Head into town for a sunset drink at a cute harbourside bar in Little Venice. (B,L,D,S) Day 12: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi Stop by the resort town of
Kusadasi. Later, enjoy friendly, unspoilt Patmos. (B,L,D,S) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar See Monastery of St. John on Patmos
sunbathing. Later, why not sip a cocktail whilst watching the sunset at Oia or go for a late night stroll through the cobbled lanes. (B,L,D,S) Visit the main town of Fira on Santorini See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini
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Day 13: Cruising to Santorini Cruise to the postcard perfect Greek island, Santorini, with its stunning blue & white buildings & rugged volcanic scenery. Experience panoramic Aegean views from cliff-top Fira & maybe hit Perissa beach for a swim &
Explore more: optionals
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Places visited
Itinerary & sightseeing
Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
Day 14: Arrival into Athens Disembark after breakfast & transfer into central Athens where the tour ends. (B)
Refer to p.120 plus Kusadasi Guided tour of Ephesus Patmos Guided tour of the Monastry of St. John
May 8 May 22 May 29 Jun 5 Jun 12 Jun 19 Jun 26 Jul 3 Jul 10 Jul 17 Jul 24 Jul 31 Aug 7 Aug 14 Aug 21 Aug 28 Sep 4 Sep 11
May 21 Jun 4 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 2 Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 Jul 30 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27 Sep 3 Sep 10 Sep 17 Sep 24
120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120
1575 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1655 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615
1695 1735 1735 1735 1735 1735 1735 1775 1775 1775 1775 1775 1775 1735 1735 1735 1735 1735
1449 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1489 1489 1489 1489 1489
1569 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share price. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or tripleshare). Or take a single supplement option: Add £369 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £405 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be multi-entry. Note: Days 1 & 14 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation. For travel insurance see p.161.
www.contiki.com/trail7
Mediterranean Trail +7 day Greek Island Cruise 18 Days, 4 Countries
Start Rome
Istanbul
£112 per day AEGEAN SEA
GREECE
TURKEY
CORINTH CANAL
More time?
Izmir
Athens
Mykonos
Add a 7 day Greek Island Cruise to your Mediterranean Trail tour. Visiting Greek favourites, mixed with a bit of Turkey, it’s perfect for chilling in the sun. For a more detailed itinerary, sightseeing & cool ways to spend your free time for days 11-18, see p.143.
Patmos
Santorini
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Places visited
Days 1-10: Rome to Athens Refer to Mediterranean Trail map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.
Day 13: Istanbul & the Bosphorus
Day 17: Cruising to Santorini via Crete
Day 14: Cruising to Mykonos
Day 11: Athens & sail to Istanbul
Day 15: Cruising to Izmir via Patmos
Day 12: Cruising to Istanbul
Day 16: Cruising to Rhodes
Day 18: Arrival into Athens Return to Athens for breakfast then transfer into central Athens where the tour ends. (B)
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Refer to p.120 plus additional optional activities for the 7 day Greek Island Cruise section; see p.143 (Golden Fleece)
12 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 9 nights in hotels, +1 night on board a ferry, 3 nights on board a cruise ship (more on p.80-81 & 109) 27 meals: 14 continental/buffet breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D), 3 suppers (S) An experienced & professional local guide & on-board cruise representative Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise “Welcome to Greece” information pack For all other inclusions & early payment savings see p.120
6 World Heritage sites visited
Time Out Mediterranean Trail +7 day cruise 18 Days What’s Included:
May 25 Jun 8 Jun 15 Jun 22 Jun 29 Jul 6 Jul 13 Jul 20 Jul 27 Aug 3 Aug 10 Aug 17 Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 7 Sep 14 Sep 21 Sep 28
290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290
1999 2055 2055 2055 2055 2055 2055 2099 2099 2099 2099 2099 2099 2055 2055 2055 2055 2055
2289 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2389 2389 2389 2389 2389 2389 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345
1709 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755 1799 1799 1799 1799 1799 1799 1755 1755 1755 1755 1755
1999 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045 2089 2089 2089 2089 2089 2089 2045 2045 2045 2045 2045
Rhodes
Crete
Explore more: optionals
May 8 May 22 May 29 Jun 5 Jun 12 Jun 19 Jun 26 Jul 3 Jul 10 Jul 17 Jul 24 Jul 31 Aug 7 Aug 14 Aug 21 Aug 28 Sep 4 Sep 11
What’s Included:
Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
2012
Easy Pace
Itinerary & sightseeing
How much & when Code: METCG7 summer 2012
edonia
From £1999pp*
Mediterranean Trail +3 day cruise 14 Days
2012
GREECE
CORINTH CANAL
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* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or tripleshare). Or take a single supplement option: Add £439 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £515 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour it must be multi-entry. Note: Days 1 & 18 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
16 nights accommodation: 9 nights in hotels (twin or triple-share), +1 night on board a ferry, 7 nights on board a cruise ship (quad or twin-share) (more on p.80-81 & 109) 42 meals: 18 continental/buffet breakfasts (B) 6 lunches (L) 11 dinners (D) 7 suppers (S) An experienced & professional on-board cruise representative Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise “Welcome to Greece” information pack For all other inclusions & early payment savings see p.120
8 World Heritage sites visited
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Mediterranean Highlights 13 Days 5 Countries Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City
From £1049pp* £81 per day
The Cinque Terre
GO
SE OO YO
D
IR
UR
CH
Belgium
E C TI O N
Germany
Austria Switz Slovenia FRANCE
ATLANTIC OCEAN
Croatia
ITALY Cinque Terre
1 AVIGNON
PISA/ITALIAN RIVIERA 1 2 FLORENCE
Bosnia
Only Contiki includes
• Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio & Medici Palace on our locally guided walking tour • Cruise along the stunning, colourful coastal towns of the Cinque Terre • Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica & the art of the Vatican Museums • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our locally guided tour
Monaco Pyrenees Mountains Zaragoza
2 MADRID
Aix-enProvence
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
2 BARCELONA
San Gimignano
ADRIATIC SEA
2 ROME
IONIAN SEA
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Plus Regional Dinners
• A feast for a king - local tapas dishes in a famous Barcelona restaurant • Dine like the locals at a French bistro • Learn to make pizza Italian-style in Rome
Vatican City
SPAIN
Places visited Nightstops Optional end cities
Plus
Explore more: optional activities Barcelona Flamenco dance show French Riviera Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco Florence Nightclub entry & one drink Rome Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum Visit contiki.com/med-highlights-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Learn flamenco in Barcelona, spot the rich & famous on the French Riviera & work on your tan on the Med coast. Indulge in the delights of Tuscany, discover ancient Rome & soak up the Spanish flavour of Madrid, plus more…
YOU’LL LOVE
LIKE TO SHOP?
Indulging at an Italian feast at Scoglio di Frisio, Rome. It’s one of our delicious local meal experiences at this family owned restaurant.
For cheap boutique fashion, look no further than the Gothic Quarter in Barcelona. There are loads of great places to bag yourself a bargain.
Time Out Mediterranean Highlights 13 Days What’s Included:
How much & when
Itinerary & sightseeing Start Madrid option Day 1: Arrive Madrid Check-in to your hotel & then the afternoon is yours to explore. Later meet your Tour Manager & fellow travellers for dinner. (D) Day 2: Madrid Get hooked on the Spanish capital’s spontaneous lifestyle that blends traditional culture with new vitality. (B) Day 3: Madrid to Barcelona Stop in Baroque Zaragoza for lunch before heading towards Barcelona. (B,D) See Zaragoza’s monumental cathedral
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Day 4: Barcelona This sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour - it’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun! (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
• •
Day 5: Barcelona to Avignon Travel through the charming Provence region to graceful Avignon. (B) See the Papal Palace
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Day 6: Avignon to French Riviera Stop in Aix-en-Provence, then it’s on to the glamorous French Riviera. Tonight Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Cours Mirabelle in Aix-en-Provence Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit a French perfumery Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 7: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through outdoor markets, shop upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) Day 8: French Riviera to Pisa Enter the Cinque Terre region & explore the colourful cliff-side villages, before reaching Pisa. (B) Visit the towns of Monterosso, Portovenere & La Spezia See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 9: Pisa to Florence Check out the Leaning Tower of Pisa & roll through Tuscany to Renaissance Florence. (B) Florentine leather craft demo
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Code: BBMD summer 2012 Day 10: Florence A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in this atmospheric city. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria
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Day 11: Florence to Rome Enjoy a break in medieval San Gimignano. Then pass through rural Umbria on the road to Rome. (B,D) Day 12: Rome Visit the Sistine Chapel, then tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. (B) See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
• •
Day 13: Depart Rome The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Itinerary & sightseeing Start Rome option Day 1: Arrive Rome Check-in to your hotel & then the afternoon is yours to explore. Later, meet your Tour Manager & travel mates. (D) Day 2: Rome Visit the Sistine Chapel & tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City”. (B) See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
• •
Day 3: Rome to Florence Discover medieval San Gimignano, then head to Renaissance Florence. (B) Florentine leather craft demo
Cinque Terre region. (B) Visit the towns of Monterosso, Portovenere & La Spezia See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
• •
Day 6: Italian Riviera to French Riviera Explore colourful cliff-side villages before heading to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Day 7: French Riviera Stroll through outdoor markets, shop upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, it’s Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace Visit a Monte Carlo casino
• •
Day 4: Florence Get the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in this atmospheric city. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria
Day 8: French Riviera to Avignon Through charming Provence, stop for lunch in Aix-en-Provence, then continue on to Avignon. (B) Visit a French perfumery Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur See the Cours Mirabelle in Aix-en-Provence See Avignon’s Papal Palace
Day 5: Florence to Italian Riviera Check out the Leaning Tower of Pisa, then enter the unspoiled
Day 9: Avignon to Barcelona Wind along the Mediterranean coast through the Pyrénées
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Start Madrid
Finish Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug
1425 1425 1425 1425 1475 1475 1475
2012 May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
19 2 16 30 7 14 21
Start Madrid
Finish Rome
Total Cost £ pp*
Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct
1475 1475 1425 1425 1425 1425
2012 31 14 28 12 19 26 2
Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
28 4 11 25 8 22
9 16 23 6 20 4
Code: WWMD winter 2012/13 2012 Oct 27 Dec 1
2013 Nov 8 Dec 13
1099 1079
Jan 8 Mar 2
Jan 20 Mar 14
1115 1049
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBMD - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £499. WWMD - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £415. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Start Rome
Day 10: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on our included sightseeing tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta, fashion & fun. (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 11: Barcelona to Madrid See Baroque Zaragoza with a lunch stop as we head to buzzing Madrid. (B,D) See Zaragoza’s monumental cathedral
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Day 12: Madrid Get hooked on the Spanish capital’s spontaneous lifestyle that blends traditional culture with new vitality. (B) Day 13: Depart Madrid The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
16 meals: 12 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
Code: BBDM summer 2012
Mountains to vibrant Barcelona. (B,D)
12 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81)
Finish Madrid
Total Cost £ pp*
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1319 1355 1355 1355 1355 1399 1399
2012 May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
7 21 4 18 25 2 9
Start Rome
Finish Madrid
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
1399 1399 1399 1355 1355 1355
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £109. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £69. See p.19 for details.
8 World Heritage sites visited
You choose Travel from Madrid to Rome or Rome to Madrid. This tour operates in both directions.
2012 19 2 16 30 7 14 21
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep
16 23 30 13 27 10
28 4 11 25 8 22
Code: WWDM winter 2012/13 2012 Oct 15 Nov 19 Dec 27
2013 Oct 27 Dec 1 Jan 8
1099 1079 1115
Feb 18
Mar 2
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
1049
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBDM - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £499. WWDM - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £415. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Rome
Try paella in Spain
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Spanish Spree 14 Days 2 Countries Spain, Gibraltar
From £1055pp* £76 per day
Gaudi’s Casa Batlló, Barcelona
GO
• Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our locally guided tour • Catch a flight to the world-renowned Ibiza & check out its famous clubs & beaches • Locally guided tour of Granada’s Alhambra Palace • Learn about the history of Spanish culture & architecture at the Mosque of Caliphs in Cordoba
France ATLANTIC OCEAN
BILBAO 1
San Sebastian Pyrenees Mountains
1 PAMPLONA
Portugal
Zaragoza
Segovia
2 BARCELONA
MADRID 3
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
SPAIN Toledo
CORDOBA 1 SEVILLE 1
Denia
2 IBIZA
Only Contiki includes
Plus
Plus Regional Dinners
• A feast for a king - local tapas dishes in a famous Barcelona restaurant • The diverse taste of Spain - regional dinners in our favourite local restaurants across Spain
COSTA BLANCA
2 GRANADA COSTA DEL SOL
Explore more: optional activities
Gibraltar
Places visited Nightstops
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Madrid Castillian dinner with local wines Barcelona Flamenco dance show & dinner Granada Guided tour of the Moorish Quarter of Albaicin, Capilla Real & La Cartuja plus a visit to La Cartuja Monastery Visit contiki.com/spain-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Hola! Go local on this perfect intro to sunny Spain. From Gaudi’s architecture & flamenco in Barcelona, cosmopolitan Madrid, beaches & parties in Ibiza to laid back Seville, we’ll show you everything that we love about Spain & more.
TEMPTING TREAT
KEEP IT CHEAP
Dine on delicious Spanish tapas at our included dinner at Moncho’s in Barcelona.
Head to the Magic Fountain in Barcelona. The changing colours, motion & music make for a ‘magical’ experience & a great free night out.
Time Out Spanish Spree 14 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Madrid Check-in to your hotel & explore the country’s capital, full of diverse neighbourhoods & lively plazas. Later, meet up with your Tour Manager & fellow travellers. (D) Day 2: Madrid It’s easy to get hooked on this city that blends traditional culture with new vitality in everything from shopping & food to arts & culture. (B) Tour the Royal Palace with a local guide (Royal Palace tour may be substituted with a tour of the Prado)
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Day 3: Madrid to Bilbao Head north to Segovia with its Roman Aqueduct & Alcazar fortress before continuing to Bilbao, home of the Guggenheim Art Museum. (B,D) Day 4: Bilbao to Pamplona Swim & shop in the beach resort of San Sebastian before heading to Pamplona, home of the Running of the Bulls. (B) Day 5: Pamplona to Barcelona Soak up the Baroque city of Zaragoza before we make our way to the buzzing city of Barcelona. (B,D)
Day 6: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on our included sightseeing tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta, fashion & fun. (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
• •
Day 7: Barcelona to Ibiza It’s time to party! Board your flight to the world-famous island of sun, sand & sounds. (B) Day 8: Ibiza Relax on Ibiza’s beaches & soak up the sunshine or get into some watersports before heading out into the island’s unbeatable nightlife. (B) Visit Ibiza’s town & beaches
•
Day 9: Ibiza to Granada This morning it’s a fast ferry to the mainland, before reaching Granada. (B,D) Day 10: Granada Take a trip back in time in this city, full of atmosphere & soaked in history. Explore the fabled palace, feel the lively culture on the streets & sample some tapas & real sangria. (B) Day 11: Granada to Seville Wind along the Costa del Sol
How much & when & see the Sierra Nevada mountains. Stop in Gibraltar before arriving in Seville. (B) Scenic drive past Marbella & Malaga Visit the Rock of Gibraltar
• •
Day 12: Seville to Cordoba Take your time in laid-back Seville before we reach lively Cordoba, soaked in history & serving up old-world atmosphere, time-worn lanes & famously beautiful streets.(B) See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de Espana in Seville
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Day 13: Cordoba to Madrid Hit the road & travel to the hill-top town of Toledo. With its mix of mosques, churches & medieval buildings, this gorgeous town is known by the locals as the “Imperial City”. After, we return to Madrid. (B) See the Alcazar fortress & Gothic cathedral in Toledo
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Day 14: Depart Madrid Your tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 14 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Code: BBEH summer 2012 Start Madrid
Finish Madrid
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
Start Madrid
Finish Madrid
Total Cost £ pp*
2012
23 May 7 May 21 Jun 4 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jul 25 Jul 2 Jul 9 ■ Jul 11 Jul 16 Jul
6 20 3 17 24 1 8 15 22 24 29
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23 30 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24
Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 7
1579 1579 1579 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539 1539
Code: WWEH winter 2012/13 2012 Oct Nov Dec Dec
22 26 17 27
2013 Nov Dec Dec Jan
4 9 30 9
1099 1085 1119 1119
Jan 7 Feb 11 Mar 11
Jan 20 Feb 24 Mar 24
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
1119 1055 1055
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBEH - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £539. WWEH - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £389. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. ■ This tour will be in Pamplona during the Running of the Bulls. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 2 nights in Madrid, Bilbao 1 night, Pamplona 1 night, Barcelona 2 nights, Valencia 1 night, Granada 2 nights, Seville 2 nights, Cordoba 1 night, Madrid 1 night. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
13 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) 17 meals: 13 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach Flight from Barcelona to Ibiza Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossing
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £109. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to £75. See p.19 for details.
7 World Heritage sites visited
Mix
Match
Combine this trip with another tour & double your fun! You’ll also save £60 with our multi tour discount. See p.19. Fly to Rome & connect with the ‘Simply Italy’ tour. See p.116-117. Alternatively, fly to Athens & connect with the ‘Greek Island Hopping’ tour detailed on p.138-139.
Gaudi’s Parc Güell
Walking tour of Barcelona
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Ibiza
Use low-cost airlines with these tours. See p.109.
Seville
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Egypt & The Nile 8 Days 1 Country Egypt
From £665pp* £84 per day
The pyramids of Giza
MEDITERRANEAN SEA Israel
2 CAIRO EZ SU OF LF GU
Giza Sakkara
GO
1
EGYPT
THE NILE
1 HURGHADA 1 LUXOR RED SEA
Esna
1 EDFU
Only Contiki includes
• From pharaohs to mummies - locally guided tours of the Egyptian Museum & the Pyramids of Giza • Tour the Valley of the Kings with a local Egyptian expert • Sit back & chill as you drift down the Nile on a traditional felucca sailing boat • Local villages, ancient sites & stunning scenery - see them all on your relaxing three-night cruise down the Nile
Kom Ombo
1 ASWAN
Places visited Nightstops
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Explore more: optional activities LAKE NASSAR
Giza Light & sound show at the Pyramids Aswan Visit Abu Simbel’s Temple of Ramses II • Visit the Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam Edfu View Kom Ombo, the Temple of Two Gods • Visit the Temple of Horus Luxor Visit a traditional Egyptian village • Guided visit of the Temple of Karnak Visit contiki.com/egypt-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Explore ancient Egypt, with its icons, buzzing cities & incredible sights. From the intensity of Cairo & cruising the Nile in style to travelling like the locals on a felucca, this is an intense week of discovery in one of the world’s most fascinating destinations.
Time Out
Souq al-Gomaa bazaar in Khalifa, Cairo where you can haggle with the locals for a live donkey. Just don’t try & take it on tour!
Egypt & The Nile 8 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Cairo Check-in to the hotel & explore Egypt’s buzzing capital city for the afternoon. At 7:00pm, meet up with your Tour Manager & fellow travellers. Day 2: Cairo to Aswan Step into this intense, 24/7 city where ancient meets modern all in one shot. A local guide will take you back to ancient Egypt & the time of the Pharaohs. Stare in awe at the Sphinx & the monumental Pyramids of Giza before boarding the overnight train to Aswan. (B,D) Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo
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Day 3: Nile Cruise - Aswan Unwind in the beautiful riverside setting of Egypt’s sunniest city. Enjoy its laid back take on life & distinctive African atmosphere. Opt to take a tour of Aswan to see the Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam. After being treated to a ride on a traditional felucca sailboat,
kick back & listen to Nubian music, eat some freshly caught fish, or explore the souk, full of spices, perfumes, scarves & baskets. (B,L,D) Day 4: Nile Cruise Aswan to Edfu Today consider taking an optional visit to the magnificent temples of Abu Simbel – the most complete example of ancient Egyptian architecture. Then cruise on down the Nile River with a stop at the unique temple in Kom Ombo en route to the friendly city of Edfu. (B,L,D) Day 5: Nile Cruise - Edfu to Luxor Wind through the commercial & religious centre of Edfu to its most famous attraction, the Temple of Horus the Avenger. Later, we set sail & meander up the Nile to Luxor, where we’ll literally walk like an Egyptian on a stroll up the ancient Avenue of the Sphinxes. (B,L,D)
How much & when Day 6: Luxor to Hurghada Be amazed by the sheer volume of famous monuments around Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings before we hit beachside Hurghada. Maybe do some shopping, chill at the beach & get into the city’s many bars, restaurants & cool nightlife. (B) See the the Colossos of Memnon
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Day 7: Hurghada to Cairo Today it’s back to Cairo for some last minute shopping. Tonight, enjoy our farewell dinner & a final night on the town. (B,D) Day 8: Depart Cairo The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Code: BBEG summer 2012 Start Cairo
Finish Cairo
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Mar Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun
Start Cairo
Finish Cairo
Total Cost £ pp*
2012
31 7 14 21 28 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 30
Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
7 14 21 28 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 7
679 679 679 679 679 695 695 715 715 715 715 715 715 715
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
7 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
14 21 28 4 11 18 25 1 8 15 22 29 6
729 729 729 729 729 715 715 715 715 715 715 715 715
Code: WTEG winter 2012/13 2012 Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec
13 20 27 10 24 8 15 22 29
2013 Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan
20 27 3 17 1 15 22 29 5
695 695 695 695 695 695 699 699 699
Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar
5 12 19 2 16 2 16
Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
12 19 26 9 23 9 23
699 699 665 665 665 665 675
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. BBEG - Summer 2011 Single room supplement of £215. WTEG - Winter 2011/12 Single room supplement of £209. Note: Single room supplement does not apply to night 2. Overnight train cabins are twin-share only. Tour starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
7 nights twin-share accommodation: 3 nights in hotels, 1 night twin-berth sleep couchette on train (Cairo to Aswan), 3 nights Nile cruise (more on p.80-81 & 109) 15 meals: 7 continental breakfasts (B) 3 lunches (L) 5 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Egyptian Tour Manager Coach transfers Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Local taxes & service charges Transfer from airport to hotel upon arrival The Nile Cruise: Cruise the Nile on a superb ship featuring luxury cabins, all with private shower, WC, TV & air-conditioning Cruise Amenities: Swimming pool, sun deck, restaurant, lounge, bars, gift shop, disco
£
SAV E Pay 12 months in advance you save £69. Or pay 6 months in advance you save £35. See p.19 for details.
3 World Heritage sites visited
Relax on a traditional felucca
Cruise the Nile in style
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The Sphinx
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Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey 10 Days 2 Countries Turkey, Greece
From £1139pp* £114 per day
What’s Included:
2 ISTANBUL
9 nights accommodation: 6 night in hotels, 3 nights on board a cruise ship (twin or triple-share) (more on p.80-81 & 109) 21 meals: 9 continental breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 7 three-course dinners (D) 3 suppers (S)
Gallipoli
1 CANAKKALE
Troy
TURKEY Pergamum AEGEAN SEA CORINTH CANAL
IZMIR 1
Athens
KUSADASI 1
Ephesus
Hieropolis
Santorini
Modern, air-conditioned coach
Rhodes
On-board cruise representative
Crete
Places visited Nightstops
Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossing
Only Contiki GO includes • The Blue Mosque, the Galata Bridge, the Spice Markets - discover Istanbul with our expert local guide • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & ANZAC Cove • See one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World - a locally guided tour of Ephesus
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save up to £55. See p.19 for details.
PAMUKKALE 1
Patmos
An experienced & professional Turkish Tour Manager & Driver team
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Istanbul
Code: BBSL summer 2012 Start Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Istanbul Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
2012 May 16 Jun 6 Jun 20 Jul 4 Jul 18 Aug 1 Aug 15 Aug 29 Sep 26
May 25 Jun 15 Jun 29 Jul 13 Jul 27 Aug 10 Aug 24 Sep 7 Oct 5
160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160
1079 1079 1079 1109 1109 1109 1079 1079 1079
1239 1239 1239 1269 1269 1269 1239 1239 1239
979 979 979 999 999 999 979 979 979
1139 1139 1139 1159 1159 1159 1139 1139 1139
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or tripleshare). Or take a single supplement option: Add £259 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £325 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Tour starts 7:00pm in Istanbul & ends approx. 8:00am in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p161.
6 World Heritage sites visited
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Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Istanbul Check-in to your hotel & meet up with your Contiki team & fellow travellers this evening in Turkey’s capital, a busy metropolis where East literally meets West. (D) Day 2: Istanbul You’ll see an incredible mix of sights in this diverse city. There’s the opportunity to go local & take a traditional Turkish bath or for something really different, try an optional dinner complete with belly dancing! (B) Visit the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar & the Spice Market with a local guide See the Hagia Sofia, Topkapi Palace & Suleymaniye Mosque
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Day 3: Istanbul to Canakkale Pay your respects as you take a pilgrimage to the historic Gallipoli battlefields, before boarding a ferry across the Dardanelles to the quaint port city of Canakkale. (B,D) Journey along the Sea of Marmara Visit Lone Pine Cemetery See ANZAC Cove
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Day 4: Canakkale to Izmir Tread among the legendary ruins of Troy, setting to
Homer’s “Iliad” & “Odyssey.” Journey along Turkey’s beautiful coastline to see the ancient city of Pergamum. Tonight we stay in Homer’s birthplace of Izmir & enjoy the buzzing nightlife. (B,D) Scenic mountain drive to Pergamum, ancient capital of Asia Minor
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Day 5: Izmir to Pamukkale Today there’s your chance to see the ancient spa town of Hieropolis & opt for a relaxing soak in the famous hot, bubbly pools of Pamukkale. (B,D) Day 6: Pamukkale to Kusadasi Get a feel for ancient Roman life in the classical city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities on the beautiful Mediterranean. Later, explore the port town of Kusadasi. (B) Visit a Turkish carpet factory See Kusadasi’s shopping bazaar & promenade
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Day 9: Cruising to Santorini via Crete Drop by Crete en route to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for its famous blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. (B,L,D,S) Visit Heraklion town on Crete See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini Visit Santorini’s main town of Fira
•• •
Day 10: Arrival into Athens Return to Athens & enjoy breakfast before transferring into central Athens where the tour ends. Or, if you’re feeling up for it, there’s also the opportunity for a guided tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 10 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Day 7: Kusadasi to Rhodes Fit in some last minute shopping in Turkey before boarding your cruise ship & setting sail to Rhodes in the Greek Islands. (B,D,S) Day 8: Rhodes Arrive at the sunniest island in the Aegean & spend the day exploring medieval towns & cool little shops or relaxing on the stunning beaches. (B,L,D,S) See the fortified town of Rhodes
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Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar
Explore more: optional activities Istanbul Dinner & belly dancing Troy Guided tour of the centuries-old ruins Pergamum Visit the ancient remains of this once powerful city Pamukkale Visit to the site of the thermal pools & hot springs Rhodes Tour of the traditional fishing village of Lindos & the medieval city of Rhodes Crete Guided tour of the Minoan Palace of Knossos Visit contiki.com/odyssey-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Berlin & Prague + Vienna
Time Out
Easy Pace
9 Days 3 Countries
What’s Included:
Germany, Czech Republic, Austria
8 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81)
From £749pp* £84 per day
11 meals: 8 continental breakfasts (B) 3 three-course dinners (D)
BERLIN 3 Poland GERMANY
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team
Dresden
3 PRAGUE Kutna Hora
CZECH REP Slovakia
VIENNA 2 AUSTRIA Hungary
Switz Italy
Places visited Nightstops
Berlin
Slovenia Croatia B
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Berlin Check-in to your hotel after 2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to explore Germany’s über-cool capital city. At 5:00pm meet up with your Tour Manager & get to know your fellow Contiki travellers over dinner. (D) Days 2-3: Berlin Take a couple of days to savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B)(B) Visit the moving Sachsenhausen concentration camp memorial See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
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See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden
Days 5-6: Prague The next two days are yours to snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B)(B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• •
Day 7: Prague to Vienna Explore the World Heritage listed town of Kutná Hora before heading south to Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna. (B,D)
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See the Hapsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road in Vienna
Day 8: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you in the city once home to Mozart. You’ll enjoy wandering through this picture book city & encounter its wealth of music, lively cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, delicious strudel! (B) Day 9: Depart Vienna Time to say goodbye to your new Contiki buddies as your tour ends after breakfast. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 9 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
• •
Finish Vienna
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
885 885 909 935 935 935 935 935 965 965
2012 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
7 21 5 19 26 2 23 30 7 14
Start Berlin
Finish Vienna
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
21 28 4 25 1 8 15 22 29
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
965 965 965 935 935 935 935 935 935
29 5 12 2 9 16 23 30 7
2012
2013 Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan
28 4 18 9 16 26 29 1 5
785 785 775 775 775 795 795 795 795
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
5 19 9 3 17
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
13 27 17 11 25
795 749 749 749 765
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
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Tyn Church & Prague Castle
Explore more: optional activities Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour Prague Scenic river cruise along the Vltava with lunch Vienna Mozart & Strauss classical music concert & dinner Visit contiki.com/berlin-vienna-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Only Contiki includes
• Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert • See Prague’s Charles Bridge, St Vitus’ Cathedral & much more on our locally guided walking tour
2012 15 29 13 27 3 10 1 8 15 22
Code: WWBV winter 2012/13 20 27 10 1 8 18 21 24 28
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
GO
Code: BBBV summer 2012 Start Berlin
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
i
How much & when
Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
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Day 4: Berlin to Prague Bite into some tasty local fare, like bratwurst, & wash it down with a stein of good German beer in Dresden. Then it’s off south to Prague, an evermodernizing hub of Eastern European revival. (B,D) Visit the city destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’
Berlin & Prague + Vienna 9 Days
Plus
Plus Regional Dinners
• Prost! A traditional dinner in a German beer hall • Dine at one of our favourite taverns in Prague - an authentic Czech feast
5 World Heritage sites visited
Extension This tour can be extended from Vienna to Budapest. See p.132 for details.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBBV - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £235. WWBV - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £199. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Vienna. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
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Berlin to Budapest
Easy Pace
11 Days 5 Countries Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary
From £859pp* £79 per day
BERLIN 3
What’s Included: 10 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81)
GERMANY
3 PRAGUE Kutna Hora
CZECH REP SLOVAKIA
VIENNA 2
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team
Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
GO
Only Contiki includes
• Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert • See Prague’s Charles Bridge, St Vitus’ Cathedral & much more on our locally guided walking tour
Plus
Plus Regional Dinners
• Prost! A traditional dinner in a German beer hall • Dine at one of our favourite taverns in Prague - an authentic Czech feast • Sample local Hungarian dishes on our stunning Danube River cruise
6 World Heritage sites visited
Poland
Dresden
14 meals: 10 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D)
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging
Berlin
Places visited Nightstops
Bratislava
2 BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
Code: BBIT summer 2012 Start Berlin
Finish Budapest
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
1085 1085 1115 1139 1139 1139 1139 1139 1185 1185
2012 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
Start Berlin
Finish Budapest
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
1185 1185 1185 1139 1139 1139 1139 1139 1139
2012
7 21 5 19 26 2 23 30 7 14
17 1 15 29 5 12 3 10 17 24
Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
21 28 4 25 1 8 15 22 29
31 7 14 4 11 18 25 2 9
Code: WWIT winter 2012/13 2012 Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
20 27 10 1 8 18 21 24
2012 Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan
30 6 20 11 18 28 31 3
895 895 885 885 885 909 909 909
Dec 28
Jan 7
909
2013 Jan 5 Jan 19 Feb 9 Mar 3 Mar 17
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
909 859 859 859 875
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
15 29 19 13 27
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBIT - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £285. WWIT - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £229. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. For details of winter tours between Oct 2011 - Mar 2012, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
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Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Berlin Check-in to your hotel after 2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to explore. At 5:00pm, meet your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. (D) Days 2-3: Berlin Savour the mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You can shop the cool markets & trendy shops or take a break at a cafe for some people watching. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B)(B) Visit the moving Sachsenhausen concentration camp memorial See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War memorial, Bradenburg Gate & historic Reichstag Take in the commemorative artwork & the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
• • • •
Day 4: Berlin to Prague Bite into some tasty local fare, like bratwurst, & wash it down with a stein of German beer in Dresden. Then we head to Prague, an ever-modernizing hub of Eastern European revival. (B,D) See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace,
•
Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden Days 5-6: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B)(B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• •
Day 7: Prague to Vienna Explore the World Heritage listed town of Kutná Hora before heading south to Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna. (B,D) See the Hapsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road in Vienna
• •
Day 8: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you as you wander through this picture book city. Spend the day experiencing its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! You can opt for a taste of the city’s legendary music scene at a Mozart & Strauss concert. (B)
• •
Visit Bratislava’s historic old town See St. Martin’s Cathedral, & Michael’s Gate with its Baroque tower
Day 10: Budapest All your senses are surrounded by the history of this fascinating centuries-old city, split in two by the Danube River into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. Later, enjoy an amazing dinner of local specialities & a scenic river cruise tonight. (B,D) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
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Day 11: Depart Budapest It’s time to say goodbye to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 11 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Day 9: Vienna to Budapest Hit up three capital cities today! From Vienna to Bratislava, Slovakia & then onto the lively arts, café & music scene of the “Paris of the East.” (B)
Explore more: optional activities Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour of the city Prague River cruise with lunch Vienna Mozart & Strauss classical music concert Budapest Guided tour of the Parliament Building Visit contiki.com/berlin-budapest-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Berlin & Prague
Code: BBBP summer 2012 Start Berlin
Finish Prague
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
685 685 699 719 719 719 719 719 745 745
7 Days, 2 Countries BERLIN 3
From £589pp*
Poland
GERMANY
£85 per day
Dresden
Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
Finish Prague
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
745 745 745 719 719 719 719 719 719
2012
2012
Easy Pace
Start Berlin
7 21 5 19 26 2 23 30 7 14
13 27 11 25 1 8 29 6 13 20
Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
21 28 4 25 1 8 15 22 29
27 3 10 31 7 14 21 28 5
3 PRAGUE
Code: WWBP winter 2012/13
CZECH REP
GO
Only Contiki includes See p.132 for Only Contiki includes & Regional Dinners (except Danube River cruise)
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Berlin Check-in to your hotel after 2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to explore. At 5:00pm, meet your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. (D) Days 2-3: Berlin Savour the mix of old & new in this changing city. Find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B)(B)
• • • •
Visit the moving Sachsenhausen concentration camp memorial See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War memorial, Bradenburg Gate & Reichstag Take in the artwork at the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
Day 4: Berlin to Prague Bite into some local German fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever-modernizing hub of Eastern European revival. (B,D) See the rebuilt Baroque
architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden Days 5-6: Prague Discover Gothic architecture & enjoy the beer in this medieval city. (B)(B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• •
Day 7: Depart Prague Time to say goodbye to your newfound friends as your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
•
Explore more: optionals
2012
Places visited Nightstops
For a more detailed itinerary, see p.132.
Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour of the city Prague Scenic river cruise & lunch
Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
20 27 10 1 8 18 21 24
2012 Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
26 2 16 7 14 24 27 30
619 619 609 609 609 629 629 629
Dec 28
Jan 3
629
2013 Jan 5 Jan 19 Feb 9 Mar 3 Mar 17
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
629 589 589 589 605
11 25 15 9 23
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBBP - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £179. WWBP - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £155. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Prague. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
www.contiki.com/vienna-budapest
Vienna & Budapest Easy Pace
5 Days, 3 Countries Czech Rep
From £475pp*
SLOVAKIA
VIENNA 2
£95 per day
Bratislava
2 BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
Code: BBVB summer 2012 Start Vienna
Finish Budapest
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
555 555 569 585 585 585 585 599 599 599
2012 Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
13 27 11 25 1 8 29 6 13 20
Start Vienna
Finish Budapest
Total Cost £ pp*
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
599 599 599 585 585 585 585 585 585
2012 17 1 15 29 5 12 3 10 17 24
Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
27 3 10 31 7 14 21 28 5
31 7 14 4 11 18 25 2 9
Slovenia
Code: WWVB winter 2012/13
Croatia
GO
Only Contiki includes Regional Dinner: Sample local Hungarian dishes on our stunning Danube River cruise
Places visited Nightstops
Itinerary & sightseeing
music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! You can opt for a taste of the city’s legendary music scene at a Mozart & Strauss concert. (B)
Day 1: Arrive Vienna Check-in to your hotel after 2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to explore. At 6:00pm, meet your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. (D)
Day 3: Vienna to Budapest Hit up three capital cities today! From Vienna to Bratislava, Slovakia & then on to Budapest, experience the lively arts, café & music scene of the “Paris of the East.” (B) Visit Bratislava’s historic old town See St. Martin’s Cathedral, & Michael’s Gate with its Baroque Tower
Day 2: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you as you wander through this picture book city. Spend the day experiencing its wealth of
• •
Explore more: optionals
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Day 4: Budapest Explore this fascinating centuries-old city, split in two by the Danube River into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. Tonight enjoy a dinner of local specialities & a scenic river cruise. (B,D) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
•
Day 5: Depart Budapest Time to say goodbye to your newfound friends as your tour ends after breakfast. (B) For a more detailed itinerary, see p.132.
Vienna Mozart & Strauss classical music concert Budapest Guided tour of the Parliament Building
2012 Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
26 2 16 7 14 24 27 30
2013 Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan
30 6 20 11 18 28 31 3
499 489 489 489 489 509 509 509
Jan Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
3 11 25 15 9 23
Jan Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
7 15 29 19 13 27
509 509 475 475 475 485
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBVB - Summer 2012 Single room supplement of £145. WWVB - Winter 2012/13 Single room supplement of £125. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 6:00pm in Vienna & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Time Out Berlin & Prague 7 Days What’s Included: 6 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) 8 meals: 6 continental breakfasts (B) 2 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
2 World Heritage sites visited
Extension This tour can be extended from Prague to Budapest. See p.132 for details.
Time Out Vienna & Budapest 5 Days What’s Included: 4 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) 6 meals: 4 continental breakfasts (B) 2 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
3 World Heritage sites visited
More time? Visit Berlin & Prague while you’re in this part of the world. See p.132 for details.
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Eastern Road
Easy Pace
13 Days 6 Countries Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Poland
From £1279pp* £99 per day
Prague
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Latvia Sweden Denmark BALTIC SEA
Only Contiki includes
• Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert • Locally guided tour of the old Jewish Ghetto & the medieval centre of Warsaw • A moving historical experience - locally guided tours of Auschwitz & Birkenau concentration camps - plus more
Lithuania
NORTH SEA
Belarus
BERLIN 2 Netherlands
2 WARSAW
POLAND
Plus
Plus Regional Dinners
GERMANY Czestochowa
Dresden
Belgium
Auschwitz
2 KRAKOW
2 PRAGUE
Kutna Hora
CZECH REP SLOVAKIA
VIENNA 2
France
Ukraine
Banska Bystrica
2 BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA Switz
HUNGARY Italy
• Prost! A traditional dinner in a German beer hall • Dine at one of our favourite taverns in Prague • Traditional dinner in one of our favourite restaurants in Krakow • Get a taste for Polish cuisine in an authentic local restaurant in Warsaw
Romania
Slovenia
Explore more: optional activities
Croatia
Bosnia
Places visited Nightstops Optional end cities
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ADRIATIC SEA
Serbia
Bulgaria
Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour Prague Traditional Czech dinner & entertainment Vienna Classical music concert & dinner Budapest Evening river cruise & dinner Krakow Guided tour of the amazing salt mines Warsaw Chopin piano recital Visit contiki.com/eastern-road-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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From medieval Prague, stunning Vienna & cultural Budapest, Eastern Europe is one of the hottest places to head right now. With lively cities in Poland, a bit of edgy Berlin, plus amazing food - it’s the perfect intro to this part of the world.
OUR TREAT
DON’T MISS
Sample delicious Czech classics like spit-roasted chicken and pork, or baked camembert at Plzenska Restaurant in Prague Old Town.
The beer spas in Prague, a massage at the Széchenyi Bath in Budapest & cute bars with live music in Krakow are Eastern Europe essentials.
Time Out Eastern Road 13 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Berlin Check-in to your hotel & then the afternoon is yours to explore. Later, meet your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. (D) Day 2: Berlin Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & the historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
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Day 3: Berlin to Prague Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever-modernizing hub of Eastern European revival. (B,D) Visit the city destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’ See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche
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Day 4: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
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Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
Day 5: Prague to Vienna Head south through the Czech countryside via small town Kutná Hora to Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna, home to Mozart’s music & of course, strudel! (B) See the Hapsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road in Vienna
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Day 6: Vienna Spend some time exploring the city today. Head to the Tiergarten Schönbrunn (zoo), the Belvedere Palace, or one of the city’s many fantastic art galleries. If relaxing is more your vibe, then this beautiful city is perfect for strolling – stopping for some delicious pastries & coffee along the way. (B) Day 7: Vienna to Budapest Cross into Hungary & enjoy the café scene of the “Paris of the East.” (B) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
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Day 8: Budapest All your senses are surrounded by the history of this fascinating city split by the Danube River into hilltop Buda & the bustling Pest. (B) Day 9: Budapest to Krakow Go north through Slovakia & stop for lunch in picturesque Banska Bystrica before arriving in Krakow. (B,D)
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Visit the town square & see the black obelisk in Banska Bystrica
Day 10: Krakow Wander through the lively market stalls & pavement cafés of this city’s unspoiled medieval Old Town. (B) Guided sightseeing of the cathedral & Royal Castle on Wawel Hill
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Day 11: Krakow to Warsaw Take a sobering guided tour of Auschwitz & view the famous “Black Madonna” in Częstochowa en route to Warsaw. (B) Entrance & guided tour of Auschwitz & Birkenau concentration camps See the monastery at Jasna Góra
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Day 12: Warsaw Immerse yourself in the impressive cultural scene, thriving nightlife & intriguing attractions of Poland’s revitalized capital. (B,D) Guided sightseeing of the Old Town, St. John’s Cathedral, the Royal Palace, Chopin’s park & the Warsaw Ghetto
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Day 13: Depart Warsaw/ Berlin The tour ends after breakfast in Warsaw & it’s time to swap email addresses & say farewell to your new friends. Or catch a free transfer back to Berlin where your tour ends upon arrival. (B)
Code: BBRH summer 2012 Start Berlin
Finish Warsaw or Berlin
Total Cost £ pp*
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Start Berlin
Finish Warsaw or Berlin
Total Cost £ pp*
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28 May 12 May 19 May 26 Jun 9 ● Jun 23 Jul 30 Jul 7 Jul 14 Jul
10 24 31 7 21 5 12 19 26
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21 28 4 18 25 1 8 15 22
Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
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* Prices above are based on twin-share.
1355 1355 1355 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £329 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or approx 7:00pm in Berlin. ● This tour will be in Poland during UEFA Euro 2012 Tournament. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
12 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) 16 meals: 12 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £65. See p.19 for details.
9 World Heritage sites visited
You choose You can end your tour in either Warsaw or Berlin.
Getting to & from Berlin & Warsaw
Please note: Days 1 & 13 (ending in Warsaw) have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
It’s easy. There are either direct international flights or budget airlines like easyjet.com that fly to/from London. skyscanner.net is the place to go for the best deals. Included bike ride in Prague
Schnaps tasting in Vienna
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Croatian Island Cruising
Easy Pace
8 Days 1 Country Croatia
From £625pp* £79 per day
GO SPLIT 1
Bosnia & Herzegovina CROATIA
1
HVAR
MAKARSKA
1
1
KORCULA
1
TRSTENIK
Cruise Croatia
• ‘A’ Class boat - exclusive to Contiki • Comfortable & modern boat with large decks • Breakfast every day • 5 lunches • Dinner on 2 nights, giving you flexibility to explore the ports on other nights • Spacious twin-rooms with private facilities
Explore more: optional activities
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DUBROVNIK
ADRIATIC SEA
Nightstops
Dubrovnik City wall kayaking trip Trstenik Captain’s dinner Visit contiki.com/croatian-cruising-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Steph Walsh: Jumping off the boat at one of our daily swim stops in the clear turquoise waters with your best friend makes a top 5 moment! Thanks Contiki
Crystal blue waters, sunshine & endless good times are guaranteed as you island hop in the Croatian sun. See why we love it here as you sail the untouched coastline & swim, explore & indulge in some of the country’s favourite holiday spots.
THIRSTY?
Time Out
Massimo Bar in Korcula is the best place for a cocktail. Set in Zakerjan Tower (an old fortress) at the western edge of the Old Town, it’s perfect for ocean views.
Croatian Island Cruising 8 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Split to Hvar All aboard! Jump on board our exclusive boat, meet your Contiki Rep, Captain & crew & settle into your cabin as we cruise to Hvar. Check out the town’s stunning square,16th century theatre & hill-top fortress for amazing views over the gorgeous harbour. Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers over dinner before hitting the town. (L,D) See the Arsenal Fort
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Day 2: Hvar to Korcula Start the day with a swimming stop before a long lunch on deck as we head to Korcula, home of the famous adventurer, Marco Polo. Get a feel for its buildings, fascinating architecture & stone streets. Tonight, try some locally produced white wines & discover the town’s nightlife. (B,L) Visit the fortified Old Town
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Day 3: Korcula to Dubrovnik Today we’ll head to stunning Dubrovnik, known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. Opt for a kayaking excursion around the
How much & when
old city walls for a different view of the city - you can jump out & stop for swims when you like. Tonight, hit the pedestrian district of the Old Town & spend your evening exploring the town’s hot spots. (B) See the fortified city & the Old Port
dock at Makarska with its long sandy beach & promenade. For a bit of local action, head to the main square & check out the fruit & flower markets. Tonight is yours, so head to a local restaurant & try some grilled fish or a mixed seafood platter. (B,L)
Day 4: Dubrovnik Dubrovnik has so much to see & do, so head back to the city or sun worship on amazing beaches. You could venture further afield with a day trip along the Dalmatian coast or the cable car above Dubrovnik for breathtaking views. (B,D) Day 5: Dubrovnik to Trstenik Today we’ll sail past the Elaphite Islands, known for palms, olive trees, citrus plantations & colourful reefs. Tonight, we’ll dock in the unspoilt village of Trstenik, with its views across the Adriatic Sea. (B,L)
Day 7: Makarska to Split After drifting past the windsurfer’s paradise of Brac, we’ll cruise to Split. Wander through the domain of Diocletian’s Palace for a piece of Roman heritage, complete with 220 buildings & a huge cathedral. For your last night, soak up Split’s Mediterranean vibes & make your way to one of the fantastic waterfront bars. Later, head back into the maze of streets within the palace walls & discover cool cafes & pumping clubs. (B,L) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
Day 6: Trstenik to Makarska A day’s sailing means time to relax & work on your tan. We’ll
Day 8: Split The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
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Finish Port Taxes & On or On or above Below Split Supplements above deck Total Cost deck £ pp* £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
Below Total Cost £ pp*
2012 May 19 May 26 Jun 2 Jun 9 Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30 Jul 7 Jul 14 Jul 21 Jul 28 Aug 4 Aug 11 Aug 18 Aug 25 Sep 1 Sep 8 Sep 15
May 26 Jun 2 Jun 9 Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30 Jul 7 Jul 14 Jul 21 Jul 28 Aug 4 Aug 11 Aug 18 Aug 25 Sep 1 Sep 8 Sep 15 Sep 22
65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65
630 660 660 660 750 770 845 845 890 890 890 890 890 890 845 815 770 660
695 725 725 725 815 835 910 910 955 955 955 955 955 955 910 880 835 725
560 585 585 585 685 700 795 795 850 850 850 850 850 850 795 780 700 585
625 650 650 650 750 765 860 860 915 915 915 915 915 915 860 845 765 650
7 nights twin-share accommodation on a sailing cruise boat (more on p.80-81 & 109) 14 meals: 7 continental breakfasts (B) 5 lunches (L) 2 dinners (D) A dedicated captain & crew with an experienced & professional Contiki representative Orientations of all destinations Port & visitors taxes
£
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* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single on or above deck cabin supplement add £625. Single below deck cabin supplement add £595. Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a roof port hole & door that opens to the inside. We use a selection of exclusive ‘A’ class boats. Tour starts 12:00 noon in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
World Heritage sites visited
Getting there There are low-cost airlines who fly to Split like easyjet.com (more on p.109). Flights can get tight, so book early to get yourself a cheap deal. Or even easier, schedule your international flights right through to Split.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Our boat!
Dubrovnik Old Town
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Greek Island Hopping
Easy Pace
13 Days 3 Islands Mykonos, Santorini, Ios
From £1289pp* £100 per day
Santorini
GO
AEGEAN SEA CORINTH CANAL Piraeus
Turkey
3 ATHENS MYKONOS 3
GREECE IONIAN SEA
IOS 3 SANTORINI 3 MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops Featured Hotel night
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Regional Dinner: A real taste of Greece with dinner in one of our favourite local tavernas
Plus
Plus Feature Hotel
• Mykonos Resort
Explore more: optional activities Athens Traditional taverna meal in the Plaka area • Guided tour of the Acropolis Santorini Visit Oia at sunset • Boat trip to the volcano’s core Ios Island cruise on a traditional sailing boat Visit contiki.com/island-hopping-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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With stunning islands, relaxed vibes, sunshine & great food, everyone loves the Greek Islands. From the party vibes of Mykonos & Ios to the whitewashed walls of Santorini, along with a slice of Athens, there’s plenty of time to chill.
DON’T MISS
Time Out
Petros the Pelican in Mykonos. As the islands official mascot, see if you can spot this cute creature strolling the towns alleyways at his unhurried, chilled out pace.
Greek Island Hopping 13 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Athens Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon getting a sneak peek at mythological Athens. This evening meet up with your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers before starting the tour right - indulging in a delicious local Greek dinner. (D) Day 2: Athens Feel the gritty urban soul of this bustling city. Twist & turn through the Plaka’s maze of narrow medieval streets & find ancient sites, cafés & shops full of history & character. (B) Visit the famous Plaka area
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Day 3: Athens to Mykonos Hop aboard a ferry in the morning & journey to the popular Aegean paradise of Mykonos for some sun & good times at our beach resort. Located on one of the islands best beaches, it’s all about sun & fun. Later, get a taste of some Greek specialities with dinner at the resort. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Days 4-5: Mykonos There’s two free days to kick back on island time, Mykonos-style - it’s famous for
its warm water, clear seas, golden beaches & young party culture. Go shopping, maybe hire a car to explore more of the island or take it up a level & head to stunning Paradise Beach for some water sports & a taste of the area’s buzzing nightlife! Contiki Feature Hotel (B)(B) Visit Mykonos town
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Day 6: Mykonos to Santorini Enjoy the breathtaking views as we ferry into the caldera of the quintessential Greek island, Santorini. Soak it all in, from its famous blue & white buildings to its spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking scenery. (B,D) Days 7-8: Santorini With two days here, indulge in amazing views, scenery & black stone beaches, & get into the activities on offer. Climb twisting stone steps, ride a donkey or take a cable car up to the cliff-top town of Fira. From here, catch unbeatable panoramic views of the island’s submerged volcano & sip on delicious cocktails as the sun goes down. There’s also a
How much & when chance for a boat ride out to the active volcanic island, if you’re feeling like something different. (B)(B) Visit the main town of Fira
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Day 9: Santorini to Ios Cruise to another Greek gem, the beautiful island of Ios. (B,D) Days 10-11: Ios Take a couple of days to relax & enjoy the sun, meet some locals & chill out poolside or on soft, sandy beaches. While you’re here don’t miss out on a taste of the nightlife in this ultimate party island. (B)(B) Visit Ios town
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Day 12: Ios to Athens Set sail back to mainland Greece & the mythological city of Athens. Opt to take a tour of the famous Acropolis or chill with your buddies on your last full day. (B) Day 13: Depart Athens The tour ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Code: BBGI summer 2012 Start Athens
Finish Athens
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Apr May May May May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
30 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 2 5 8 11 14 17 20 23 26 29 2 5 8 11 14
Start Athens
Finish Athens
Total Cost £ pp*
12 15 18 21 24 27 30 2 5 8 11 14 17 20 23 26 29 2 5 8 11 14 17 20 23 26
1289 1325 1325 1325 1325 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1399 1399 1399 1399 1399
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
17 20 23 26 29 1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27
16 meals: 12 continental breakfasts (B) 4 three-course dinners (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager
2012 May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
12 nights accommodation: 3 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 9 nights in hotels (more on p.80-81)
Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
29 1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 3 6 9
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
1399 1399 1399 1399 1399 1399 1399 1399 1399 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355 1355
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £609 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 8:00am in Athens. Note: for operational reasons, this tour may run in reverse For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Ferry crossings (tourist class on all journeys) & coach transfers Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £65. See p.19 for details.
1 World Heritage sites visited
Mix
Match
Combine this trip with another tour & double your fun! You’ll also save £60 with our multi tour discount. See p.19. Fly to Rome & connect with the ‘Simply Italy’ tour. See p.116-117 (selected departures). Use low-cost airlines with these tours. See p.109.
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Mykonos Old Town
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Spotlight on Greece
Delphi
4 Days 1 Country Greece
From £509pp* £128 per day
What’s Included: 3 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81)
GREECE
CORINTH CANAL Corinth
An experienced & professional local guide
OLYMPIA 1
Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
Only Contiki GO includes • Learn about the birthplace of modern society on a locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Step 3,500 years back in time on a guided walking tour of Mycenae & the Palace of Agamemnon • Discover the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games with a guided tour of Olympia • Learn about the Greek gods & the Oracle on our guided tour of Delphi
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £29. See p.19 for details.
1 ATHENS
Day 1: Arrive Athens Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon getting a sneak peek at Athens. This evening meet your Tour Manager & fellow Contiki travellers. Visit the famous Plaka area
Mycenae
IONIAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops
“Welcome to Greece” information pack Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
Itinerary & sightseeing
DELPHI 1
5 meals: 3 continental breakfasts (B) 2 three-course dinners (D)
Modern, air-conditioned coach
AEGEAN SEA
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Day 2: Athens to Olympia Sightsee ancient Athens & feel the gritty urban soul of this bustling city before criss-crossing the beautiful, historic Peloponnese region en route to Olympia. (B,D)
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Guided tour of Athens including the Acropolis & Parthenon See the impressive Corinth Canal Guided tour of Mycenae, including the Palace of Agamemnon See the Acronafplion citadel at Nafplion
Day 3: Olympia to Delphi On your mark, get set, go! A local guide shows off the site of the first Olympic Games. This afternoon, cross the Corinthian Gulf & arrive in Delphi, the centre of the universe in Ancient Greek times. (B,D) Guided tour of Olympia
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including the Olympic Stadium & Temples of Hera & Zeus Day 4: Delphi to Athens Be swept away by Delphi’s history, spectacular ruins & museum as well as its heartbreakingly beautiful location on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Return to the mythological city of Athens where the tour ends in the afternoon. (B) Guided tour of Delphi including the Temple of Apollo
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Please note: Day 1 has been designed to allow you to start the tour without needing an extra night of accommodation.
Code: BBBS summer 2012 Start Athens
Finish Athens
Total Cost £ pp*
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509 509 519 519 519 539 539
2012 Apr May May Jun Jun Jul Jul
30 14 28 11 25 9 23
Start Athens
Finish Athens
Total Cost £ pp*
Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct
539 519 519 519 519 509
2012 3 17 31 14 28 12 26
Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct
6 20 3 17 1 15
9 23 6 20 4 18
* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £155 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 6:00pm in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Mycenae
Explore more: optional activities
4 World Heritage sites visited
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Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent.
Athens Traditional taverna meal in the Plaka Visit contiki.com/greece-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Spotlight on Greece
Time Out
How much & when
+3 day Greek Island Cruise
Code: SPICR3 summer 2012 Start Athens
8 Days, 2 Countries CORINTH CANAL
£125 per day
GREECE
TURKEY
1 ATHENS
AEGEAN SEA Kusadasi Patmos
Mykonos
Santorini
More time? Add a 3 day Greek Island Cruise to your Spotlight on Greece tour.
Day 6: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi Stop by the resort town of
Kusadasi. Later, enjoy friendly, unspoilt Patmos. (B,L,D,S) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar See Monastery of St. John on Patmos
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
sunbathing. Later, why not sip a cocktail whilst watching the sunset at Oia or go for a late night stroll through the cobbled lanes. (B,L,D,S) Visit the main town of Fira on Santorini See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini
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Day 7: Cruising to Santorini Cruise to the postcard perfect Greek island, Santorini, with its stunning blue & white buildings & rugged volcanic scenery. Experience panoramic Aegean views from cliff-top Fira & maybe hit Perissa beach for a swim &
Explore more: optionals
May 14 May 28 Jun 11 Jun 25 Jul 9 Jul 23 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 3 Sep 17
May 21 Jun 4 Jun 18 Jul 2 Jul 16 Jul 30 Aug 13 Aug 27 Sep 10 Sep 24
120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120
969 995 995 995 1029 1029 1029 995 995 995
1089 1115 1115 1115 1149 1149 1149 1115 1115 1115
875 899 899 899 929 929 929 899 899 899
995 1019 1019 1019 1049 1049 1049 1019 1019 1019
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. Places visited Nightstops
Itinerary & sightseeing
Day 5: Athens to Mykonos Cruise to Mykonos with its golden beaches & young, vibrant party culture. Head into town for a sunset drink at a cute harbourside bar in Little Venice. (B,L,D,S)
Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
Day 8: Arrival into Athens Disembark after breakfast & transfer into central Athens where the tour ends. (B)
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Or take a single supplement option: add £269 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £299 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (plus port taxes for total price). Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour, it must be a multi-entry visa.
Spotlight on Greece +7 day Greek Island Cruise 12 Days, 2 Countries
Start Athens
£122 per day GREECE CORINTH CANAL
More time?
1
AEGEAN SEA
Izmir
Athens
Mykonos
Add a 7 day Greek Island Cruise to your Spotlight on Greece tour. Visiting Greek favourites, mixed with a bit of Turkey, it’s perfect for chilling in the sun. For a more detailed itinerary, sightseeing & cool ways to spend your free time for days 5-12, see p.143.
Patmos
Apr 30 May 14 May 28 Jun 11 Jun 25 Jul 9 Jul 23 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 3 Sep 17 Oct 1 Oct 15
Rhodes
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops
Days 1-4: Athens to Athens Refer to Spotlight on Greece map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.
Day 7: Istanbul & the Bosphorus
Day 11: Cruising to Santorini via Crete
Day 8: Cruising to Mykonos
Day 5: Athens & sail to Istanbul
Day 9: Cruising to Izmir via Patmos
Day 6: Cruising to Istanbul
Day 10: Cruising to Rhodes
Day 12: Arrival into Athens Return to Athens for breakfast then transfer into central Athens where the tour ends. (B)
Refer to p.140 plus additional optional activities for the 7 day Greek Island Cruise section; see p.143 (Golden Fleece)
18 meals: 7 continental/buffet breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D), 3 suppers (S) An experienced & professional local guide & on-board cruise representative Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise “Welcome to Greece” information pack For all other inclusions & early payment savings see p.140
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Time Out Spotlight on Greece +7 day cruise 12 Days What’s Included:
May 11 May 25 Jun 8 Jun 22 Jul 6 Jul 20 Aug 3 Aug 17 Aug 31 Sep 14 Sep 28 Oct 12 Oct 26
290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290 290
1379 1379 1419 1419 1419 1465 1465 1465 1419 1419 1419 1419 1379
1669 1669 1709 1709 1709 1755 1755 1755 1709 1709 1709 1709 1669
1169 1169 1199 1199 1199 1239 1239 1239 1199 1199 1199 1199 1165
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share.
Santorini
Crete
Itinerary & sightseeing
TURKEY
7 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 4 nights in hotels, 3 nights on board a cruise ship (more on p.80-81 & 109)
Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
2012
From £1455pp*
Explore more: optionals
How much & when Code: SPICR7 summer 2012
Istanbul
What’s Included:
World Heritage sites visited
Refer to p.140 plus Kusadasi Guided tour of Ephesus Patmos Guided tour of the Monastry of St. John
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Spotlight on Greece +3 day cruise 8 Days
2012
From £995pp*
Days 1-4: Athens to Athens Refer to Spotlight on Greece map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.
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If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Or take a single supplement option: add £365 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £429 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (plus port taxes for total price). Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour, it must be a multi-entry visa.
11 nights accommodation: 4 nights in hotels (twin or triple-share), 7 nights on board a cruise ship (quad or twin-share) (more on p.80-81 & 109) 33 meals: 11 continental/buffet breakfasts (B) 6 lunches (L) 9 dinners (D) 7 suppers (S) An experienced & professional on-board cruise representative Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise “Welcome to Greece” information pack For all other inclusions & early payment savings see p.140
7 World Heritage sites visited
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Louis Hellenic Cruises Choose to cruise Hit the sun-kissed Greek isles for some R&R, with our Contiki cruise partners, Louis Hellenic. These cruises aren’t exclusive to Contiki, so there’s the opportunity to mix with loads of other people, whilst visiting iconic spots like Santorini, Rhodes, Crete & Mykonos. On board you’re looked after - our Contiki Rep is your guide to the best things to see & do both on board & onshore. With pools, bars, nightclubs, live entertainment each night plus a casino & a spa, there’s lots going on. Included meals mean you’ll indulge in fresh food each night – there’s something for all tastes. All rooms have private facilities & the way you stay is up to you. Try a Standard Outside Cabin with porthole or a Standard Inside Cabin without. Check the price panel for more or contiki.com/cruising. Santorini
www.contiki.com/aegean
What’s Included:
Aegean Classic
5 nights accommodation: 1 night in a hotel 4 nights on board a cruise ship (quad or twin-share) (more on p.80-81 & 109)
Code: 6CGS summer 2012 Start Athens
2012
6 Days including 4 days cruising 2 Countries
17 meals: 5 buffet breakfasts (B) 4 lunches (L) 4 three-course dinners (D) 4 suppers (S)
AEGEAN SEA
GREECE
1 ATHENS
TURKEY Kusadasi
On-board cruise representative
From £679pp*
Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise
£114 per day
Patmos Mykonos
Santorini Rhodes
3 Crete
World Heritage sites visited
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Athens Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon exploring Athens. Twist & turn through the Plaka’s maze of narrow medieval streets & find ancient sites, cafés & shops full of history & character. This evening meet up with your Cruise Representative & fellow travellers. Visit the famous Plaka area
• Ephesus
Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
Day 2: Athens to Mykonos Board your ship & cruise to the Aegean paradise of Mykonos. Tonight, hang out on this island, famous for its young, vibrant party culture. (B,L,D,S) Day 3: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi Stop by the resort town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar. Later on, dock at
Places visited Nightstops
the friendly, unspoilt island of Patmos & relax on the beach or in a local taverna, while watching the locals fish for the catch of the day. (B,L,D,S) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos
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Day 4: Cruising to Rhodes Arrive at the sunniest island in the Aegean & spend the day exploring the pristine beaches, medieval towns & cool little shops. (B,L,D,S) See the fortified town of Rhodes
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Day 5: Cruising to Santorini via Crete Drop by Crete, the largest of the islands, en route to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for its simple blue & white buildings,
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. Climb twisting stone steps, ride a donkey or catch a cable car up to a cliff-top town, like Fira. Or take a boat ride out to the volcanic island, Nea Kameni. (B,L,D,S) Visit Heraklion town on Crete See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini & it’s main town of Fira
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Day 6: Arrival into Athens Return to Athens & enjoy breakfast then transfer into central Athens where the tour ends. Or take the opportunity for a guided tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 6 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Explore more: optional activities Athens Traditional taverna meal in the Plaka • Guided tour of the famous Acropolis Kusadasi Guided tour of the classical Greek archaeological site of Ephesus Patmos Guided tour of the Monastery of St. John Rhodes Tour of the traditional fishing village of Lindos & the medieval city of Rhodes
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* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. Substantial savings for quad-share rooms are available online or ask at time of booking for prices save a minimum of £100. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or quad-share). Or take a single supplement option: add £59 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £69 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (plus port taxes for total price). Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. Note: the order of ports of call may be reversed on some days & the itinerary is subject to change. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour, it must be a multi-entry visa. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Visit contiki.com/aegean-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Golden Fleece
Time Out Golden Fleece 9 Days
9 Days including 7 days cruising 2 Countries
What’s Included: 8 nights accommodation: 1 night in a hotel 7 nights on board a cruise ship (quad or twin-share) (more on p.80-81 & 109)
Greece, Turkey
From £1085pp* £121 per day
28 meals: 8 buffet breakfasts (B) 6 lunches (L) 7 three-course dinners (D) 7 suppers (S) Istanbul
On-board cruise representative Fun filled entertainment on every night of the cruise
AEGEAN SEA
GREECE
TURKEY
World Heritage sites visited
Izmir
1 ATHENS Mykonos
4
Patmos
Santorini
Athens
Rhodes
Crete
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Arrive Athens Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon getting a sneak peek at Athens. This evening meet your Cruise Representative & fellow Contiki travellers. Visit the famous Plaka area
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Day 2: Athens & sail to Istanbul Board the ship & enjoy the facilities as we cruise to Turkey’s vibrant capital. (B,D,S) Day 3: Cruising to Istanbul Enjoy the ship’s great amenities. Anchor in diverse Istanbul. (B,L,D,S) Day 4: Istanbul & the Bosphorus You’ll see an incredible mix of sights in this diverse city where East literally meets West. Istanbul is the world’s only city to span two continents. Get a feel for the exotic & see how the locals live their daily lives in this cultural melting pot. Try tasty, local food specialities & take in the beautiful sightseeing spots. (B,L,D,S)
Day 5: Cruising to Mykonos Hang out on one of Greece’s best islands, famous for golden beaches & its fun party scene. (B,L,D,S)
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islands, en route to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for its simple blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. Climb twisting stone steps, ride a donkey or catch a cable car up to a cliff-top town, like Fira. Or take a boat ride out to the volcanic island, Nea Kameni. (B,L,D,S) Visit Heraklion town on Crete See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini & it’s main town of Fira
•
Day 9: Arrival into Athens Return to Athens & enjoy breakfast then transfer into central Athens where the tour ends. Or take the opportunity for a guided tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon. (B)
Day 8: Cruising to Santorini via Crete Drop by Crete, the largest of the
Please note: Days 1 & 9 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Day 6: Cruising to Izmir via Patmos Stop by friendly Patmos. Later, enjoy the resort town of Izmir. (B,L,D,S) See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos Visit Izmir’s local bazaar Day 7: Cruising to Rhodes Arrive at the sunniest island in the Aegean & spend the day exploring pristine beaches, medieval towns & cool little shops. (B,L,D,S) See the fortified town of Rhodes
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Code: 9GFS summer 2012 Start Athens
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Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Twin In Athens Gratuities £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* Total Cost £ pp* £ pp* £ pp*
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Markets, Turkey
Rhodes Old Town
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. Cruise in style
Explore more: optional activities Athens Traditional taverna meal in the Plaka • Guided tour of the famous Acropolis Istanbul Guided city sightseeing tour Patmos Guided tour of the Monastery of St. John Rhodes Tour of the fishing village of Lindos & the medieval city of Rhodes Crete Guided tour of the Minoan Palace of Knossos Visit contiki.com/golden-fleece-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Places visited Nightstops
Substantial savings for quad-share rooms are available online or ask at time of booking for prices save a minimum of £190. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or quadshare). Or take a single supplement option: add £105 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or £125 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (plus port taxes for total price). Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour, it must be a multi-entry visa. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Evzone Guards, Athens
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www.contiki.com/mykonos-cruising
Mykonos & Island Cruising 8 Days 2 Countries Greece, Turkey
From £949pp* £119 per day
What’s Included: 7 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 3 nights in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 1 night in a hotel, 3 nights on board a cruise ship (more on p.80-81 & 109)
AEGEAN SEA CORINTH CANAL
TURKEY
1 ATHENS MYKONOS
GREECE
3
16 meals: 7 buffet breakfasts (B) 2 lunches (L) 4 three-course dinners (D) 3 suppers (S)
Kusadasi Patmos
Santorini
Places visited Nightstops Featured Hotel night
An experienced & professional local guide in Athens & representative on-board the cruise ship Coach transfers Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
Only Contiki GO includes Feature Hotel: • Mykonos Beach Resort
£
SAV E Pay 6 months in advance you save £39. See p.19 for details.
2 World Heritage sites visited
Itinerary & sightseeing
How much & when
Day 1: Arrive Athens Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon getting a sneak peek at Athens. Twist & turn through the Plaka’s maze of narrow medieval streets & find ancient sites, cafés & shops full of history & character. This evening, meet up with your Cruise Representative & fellow travellers. Visit the famous Plaka area
• Code: BBGM summer 2012 Start Athens
Finish Athens
Tour £ pp*
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Port Taxes Total Gratuities Cost £ pp* £ pp*
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21 4 18 2 9 16 23 30 13 20 3 10 17 1
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* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Or take a single supplement option: add £255 to twin-share price for a single room/inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price). Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on the twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161. If you require a Schengen visa for this tour, it must be a multi-entry visa. Ephesus
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Day 2: Athens to Mykonos Ferry to Mykonos & get set to island-hop your way to heaven, starting with a few days on the Aegean island paradise of Mykonos. Contiki Feature Hotel (B,D) Days 3-4: Mykonos Hang out on this island, famous for its azure seas, golden beaches, cosmopolitan atmosphere & young, vibrant party culture. Wander through the tiny streets & whitewashed cube houses found in the picture-perfect Cycladic paradise, then enjoy a drink at a harbourside bar in Little Venice to watch the sunset. Contiki Feature Hotel (B)(B) Visit Mykonos town See the traditional Cycladic style houses See the famous windmills
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Day 5: Mykonos to Turkey Soak up some more sun on the pristine beaches, wind through the labyrinth of roads shopping for souvenirs, or lunch with the locals & international jet setters for another day. When you’re finished soaking up the atmosphere onshore, head offshore & sail away into the sunset toward Turkey & the Dodecanese Islands. (B,D,S) Day 6: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi Stop in the port town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar or get a feel for ancient Roman life on an optional tour to the classical city of Ephesus. Later on, dock at the friendly, unspoilt island of Patmos & relax on the beach or in a local taverna, while watching the locals fish for the catch of the day. (B,L,D,S) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos
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Day 7: Cruising to Santorini Cruise to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for its simple blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. Climb twisting stone steps, ride a donkey or catch a cable car up to a cliff-top town, like Fira. Or take a boat ride out to the volcanic island, Nea Kameni. (B,L,D,S) See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini Visit Santorini’s main town of Fira
• •
Day 8: Arrival into Athens Set sail back to mainland Greece & the mythological city of Athens. Disembark after breakfast & transfer into central Athens where the tour ends once you arrive. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the tour without needing extra nights accommodation.
Mykonos
Explore more: optional activities Kusadasi Tour the classical Greek archaeological site of Ephesus with a local guide Patmos Guided tour of the Monastery of St. John Athens Guided tour of the famous Acropolis Visit contiki.com/mykonos-cruising-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Winter Time Out Winter tours, plus skiing & boarding in Austria 22 Winter tours to choose from
Read on
£
REMEMBER If you book early you save money!
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• IT’S CHEAPER TO TRAVEL • AWESOME SKI & BOARDING TRIPS
• LESS CROWDS • COMFY HOTELS EVERY NIGHT
• WINTER FESTIVALS • SAME GREAT CONTIKI
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Europe’s hot in winter
Time Out Winter Beat the crowds & explore Europe in winter. Lots of our tours operate throughout the colder months, so it’s easy to find a time that suits to travel. Plus, when you travel Contiki-style in winter, it’s all Time Out hotel accommodation, so you’ve got somewhere warm & toasty to come home to each night. There are loads of reasons to pack your coat & experience a European winter. Here are just a few…. • Airfares are up to 50% cheaper, so spend less getting there & more when you arrive. • Smaller crowds mean shorter queues. • Never had a white Christmas? Stop dreaming about it - experience one. • Events, festivals & markets - winter is culture central. • Skiing & après ski like only the Europeans know how.
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4 ways to go >
All hotels
Time Out Multi-Country
‘A room to myself’ option
Want to see a lot in the time you have? Try our MultiCountry trips from 9-24 days (see p.78-107).
If you like the idea of a little more privacy & comfort, you always have the option of getting a room all to yourself for a little extra. Check out the tour price panels for details. Limited single rooms available.
Time Out In-Depth Regional Keen to get to the heart of a particular region? Try our In-Depth tours, from 5-14 days (more on p.108-144).
Hit the slopes Try our ski & boarding packages in the Austrian Tyrol. Hit the slopes at one of the world’s top resorts, stay at our exclusive Contiki-only Gasthof complete with our On-site Team & get into the après ski lifestyle! We include day trips, ski races & cool optionals, so there’s plenty going on both on & off the slopes (see p.150-151).
Festivals & events To top it off, we know what else is hot do in Europe, so we’ve got festival & event tours & some awesome NYE tours including Hogmanay, so you can ring in the new year in style (more on p.154-155).
Going solo? Even if you’re planning on leaving your mates at home, don’t worry. We’ll match you with a same sex room-mate, so it’s all good. More than half our travellers are just like you – ready to head off on their own & experience Europe with young, fun & like-minded travel mates.
Save even more! On some of our Time Out tours you can save more money by booking triple-share. You’ll save an additional 5% on your booking. Check out the price panels on the tour pages to see if you can save.
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Our Winter Tours Experience the good times with Contiki in winter. With 22 great tours & awesome ski & board trips in the Austrian Alps, get ready for a winter adventure...
“Choose from 22 winter tours from 4 to 24 days”
Multi-Country Tours Page 82 86 90 98 100 148
Days 9 European Magic 12 European Discovery 16 European Encounter 19 European Inspiration 21 European Vista 24 Winter Wanderer
From £815 £1079 £1349 £1599 £1745 £2055
In-Depth Regional Tours 114 115 115 111 116 118 122 126 128 131 132 133 133
7/9 9 10 8 12 8 13 14 8 9 11 7 5
London & Paris London, Paris & Amsterdam London, Paris & Rome England & Scotland Simply Italy Italian Espresso Mediterranean Highlights Spanish Spree Egypt & the Nile Berlin, Prague & Vienna Berlin to Budapest Berlin & Prague Vienna & Budapest
£659 £909 £1039 £689 £1029 £729 £1049 £1055 £665 £749 £859 £589 £475
Ski Austria 150
Explore more: optional activities
7/14 Ski Austria
£389
Look out for the orange Explore More optionals panel on the bottom of every tour page
Check out our winter festivals & events on p.154-155
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Winter Wanderer 24 Days 11 Countries France, Switzerland, Spain, Monaco, Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit)
From £2055pp* £86 per day
NORTH SEA
England
ENGLAND
GO
NETHERLANDS
2 BERLIN
2 et AMSTERDAM Neth Netherlands N herlan rlan ands
Wales
Ruhr Valley
London Dover
Germany
Belgium Bel
Calais
Poland Dresden
Rhine Valley
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
2 PRAGUE
GERMANY
Czech Rep CZECH REP
Valley of the Somme
2 PARIS
Mauthausen
MUNICH 1
Burgundy Region
FRANCE
France
Hungary
ITALY
Italy
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
2 MEDITERRANEAN SEA BARCELONA
Places visited pain Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Featured Hotel night
Dolomite Mountains
LUCERNE
Pisa
SPAIN
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Discover the Statue of David, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour • Special access Rome sightseeing tour (see p.16-17) • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • A moving experience at the Mauthausen memorial
Austria AUSTRIA 2 Switz
CHATEAU DE 1 FONTAGER
Pyrenees Mountains
Slovakia
2 VIENNA
Only Contiki includes
Plus
2 VENICE
Croatia
• French Château
Barberino (Designer outlet mall)
Bosnia
1 FLORENCE ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
Plus Feature Hotel
Slovenia
2 ROME
IONIAN SEA
Explore more: optional activities Paris Parisian cabaret show & three-course meal Lucerne Fondue lunch in a traditional Swiss restaurant Barcelona Flamenco dance show Florence Entrance to one of the largest nighclubs & one drink Rome Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Venice Gondola ride along the canals Vienna Schnaps museum visit & tasting Prague Scenic river cruise with lunch Berlin Locally guided historical walking tour Amsterdam Evening canal boat cruise Visit contiki.com/wanderer-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Discover Europe in winter - sleep in a French Château, splash some cash in Monaco’s casinos & dive into the culture of Vienna. From glühwein to Christmas markets, this trip proves Europe is definitely still hot when the temperature drops ...
MUST DO
Time Out
Head to the Rathausplatz in Vienna at Christmas time. The wurst, glühwein, the brass bands & the falling snow - perfect!
Winter Wanderer 24 Days What’s Included:
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: Start London or Paris Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) Day 3: Paris to Lucerne Pass through the vineyards of Burgundy to Lucerne, nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D) See Chablis & Burgundy vineyards
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Day 4: Lucerne Soak up the Alpine beauty of this lake town as you wander through the cobbled streets. (B,D) See the Wooden Chapel Bridge View the Lion Monument
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Day 5: Lucerne to Château de Fontager We make our way back to France & the beautiful Château de Fontager nestled in the idyllic countryside. (B,D) Contiki Feature Hotel Day 6: Château de Fontager to Barcelona Head through the majestic Pyrénées Mountains, on to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona. (B,D) Day 7: Barcelona See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera Travel through Provence, past Cannes, to the glamorous resort town of Nice on the French Riviera. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d'Azur
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Day 9: French Riviera Do as the locals do - stroll through markets, check out the many museums & shop the upscale boutiques. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monte Carlo! (B) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 10: French Riviera to Florence Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Florence. (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 11: Florence to Rome A local guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. (B,D) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florentine leather craft demonstration See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & the Roman Forum in Rome See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 12: Rome Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) Day 13: Rome to Venice Pick up some fashion labels at bargain prices this morning – there’s your chance to shop ‘til you drop at a designer outlet mall in Barberino en route to Venice. (B,D) Day 14: Venice Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & markets. (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 15: Venice to Vienna Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Austria’s cultured capital, Vienna. (B)
How much & when
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See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
Day 18: Munich to Prague Wind through the German countryside & Bohemia to 'The Golden City' of Prague. (B,D) Day 19: Prague Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
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Day 20: Prague to Berlin Bite into some local fare at your stop in Dresden en route to über-cool Berlin. (B,D) Day 21: Berlin Savour the mix of old & new where you’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie
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Day 22: Berlin to Amsterdam Motor down the autobahn, past Hanover, to free-wheeling Amsterdam. (B,D) See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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* Prices above are based on twin-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of £545 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share tour price. Tour starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol airport or 6:30pm in London. ● Spend New Years Eve in Amsterdam. ■ Spend New Years Eve in Berlin. ▲ Spend New Years Eve in Prague. ◆ Spend New Years Eve in Vienna. ✱ Spend New Years Eve in Venice. ✝ Spend New Years Eve in Rome. ✚ Spend New Years Eve in the French Riviera. ▼ Spend New Years Eve in Barcelona. ★ Spend New Years Eve at the Château de Fontager. ◗ Spend New Years Eve in Lucerne. ✜ This tour will be in Venice during the Carnival. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.162. For travel insurance see p.161.
Day 24: Depart Amsterdam Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
23 nights twin or tripleshare accommodation: 1 night in Contiki’s Feature Hotel, 22 nights in hotels (more on p.80-81)
Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Ferry crossings
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13 World Heritage sites visited
Book now! Call Contiki or contact your travel agent. Musee d'Orsay, Paris
Day 16: Vienna Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to explore the city's wealth of music, cafés, parks, architecture & of course, strudel! (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic Ring Road
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Ski Austria Start & end in London or Hopfgarten Skiing or boarding in Europe is unbeatable . From picture perfect ski villages to loads of adventure activities & the true home of après ski, Hopfgarten in Austria is the perfect place for a generous dose of the European mountain lifestyle.
Why choose us? • Stay in Contiki’s own Gasthof (guesthouse) • Hot breakfast included daily • Exclusive Contiki only inclusions • Flexible 1 & 2 week options • Great rates for ski essentials like lessons & gear hire • Travel by coach from London or make your own way there
Where you’re headed: Hopfgarten village, in the Austrian Tyrol, is the perfect location for a ski or boarding holiday. At the gateway to Europe’s top ski resort, Ski Welt, it’s perfect for indulging in loads of on & off piste action. Ski Welt is perfect for serious skiers, boarders & learners alike. Boasting over 279km (174 miles) of piste, with gondolas & chair lifts, near perfect terrain & one of the biggest artificial snow making networks in Europe, great conditions are guaranteed.
private facilities), plus internet facilities & WiFi. Hang up your boots, chill in the bar, or join one of our famous party nights. We include a hot buffet breakfast daily & for a small pre-booked supplement we’ll also include five 3 course dinners (or ten for a 2-week holiday), all prepared on site.
On the iPhone? You can download Ski Welt’s own App, the SkiWelt iTrailMap before you leave home. It’s got everything you need, from ski maps, 3D map with GPS, lift status updates, the weather, web cams & more.
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Our On-site Team:
Travel on the coach from London, or meet us there. If you prefer to fly, we offer free transfers from Innsbruck airport & Wörgl train station (easy links to Munich & Salzburg airports).
The knowledge & expertise of our team is what makes the real difference. They all live in Hopfgarten, so they know what’s hot to do both on & off the slopes.
Perfect for all levels: Beginner: With 107km of easy runs, Ski Welt has the perfect terrain for beginners. Combined with our great value ski school, you’ll be up on the slopes in no time. Intermediate: Want to improve on your technique? Loads of intermediate runs mean you really test your skills. Advanced: Plenty of black runs will keep the keenest of keen skiers & riders challenged.
Where you stay & what’s included: Our own Gasthof features single, twin, triple & quad-share rooms (most with
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Après ski: European après ski is an essential part of any holiday. Literally meaning ‘after ski’, with drinking, dancing & socialising in Hopfgarten’s bars, clubs & outdoor schnaps stands, it’s a perfect way to finish up your days.
Ski essentials - gear & hire Don’t buy expensive new gear before you go - we’ll kit you out with hire gear, clothing & equipment when you arrive. At ski school, our English-speaking instructors will teach you the right techniques to get you up on the slopes, or for the more experienced, teach you ways to improve your know how.
How much? No. of nights
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£360
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A personal Ski Guide: Get to know the mountain right from the start on our free guided piste tours. Our Local Ski Guide runs 2 free mountain tours per week, once at the start to show you the ropes, then later on to help uncover some hidden spots. A Salzburg day trip: See more of this alpine region on an included day trip to the home of the Sound of Music. Relax & explore this stunning World Heritage Listed Old Town, overlooked by Hohensalzburg Castle. Sit at a café, get your shopping fix at the city’s many great stores or check out the birth-place of Mozart – there’s loads to explore. The Contiki Grand Slam: If you’re feeling up for it, have a laugh with your ski buddies & show off your skills with our downhill ski race.
Explore more: optional activities Hopfgarten Take a magical sleigh ride through the forest • Tandem Paragliding with amazing views • Ice Skating on a frozen alpine lake • Day trip to Kitzbuhel, the ‘Monte Carlo’ of the Tyrol • Day trip to Innsbruck • Bobsled ride Visit contiki.com/ski-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do
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Note: Ski Plus tours include transfers from London. Tour starts 7:00pm in London on Fridays & ends approx 10:00pm in London on Saturdays. Prices are per person, quad share & don’t * Important: include airfares. Single supplement : 1 week add: £215. 2 weeks add: £370. Twin-share supplement : 1 week add: £110. 2 weeks add: £185. Half board supplement: 5 nights add: £49. 10 nights add: £95. Accommodation in Hopfgarten village may be used subject to guest numbers. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer info, check contiki.com/departurepoints & contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.161.
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Ski & Board Austria Ski Plus 8/15 Nights What’s Included: Contiki exclusives including: FREE ski guide, Salzburg day trip & Contiki ski slam race Included overnight coach travel from London 7 or 14 nights accommodation & breakfast daily Half board options available (for a small supplement)
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Tour + 2 week ski tour combination discounts apply when you book a Winter Europe tour at the same time as a ski trip. Save up to £60 off the cost of the ski trip. See p.19 for details.
Ski Only 7/14 Nights What’s Included: Contiki exclusives including: FREE ski guide, Salzburg day trip & Contiki ski slam race FREE coach pickup from Innsbruck airport or Wörgl train station (easy access for Munich or Salzburg airports) 7 or 14 nights accommodation & breakfast daily
Note: Ski Only tours start in Hopfgarten on Saturdays, you also need to provide us with your flight & arrival details approx 21 days before departure. Check-in starts 2:00pm & check-out is at 9:00am. Prices are per person, quad share & don’t * Important: include airfares. Single supplement : 1 week add: £215. 2 weeks add: £370. Twin-share supplement : 1 week add: £110. 2 weeks add: £185. Half board supplement: 5 nights add: £49. 10 nights add: £95. Accommodation in Hopfgarten village may be used subject to guest numbers. For more ways to save see p.19. For departure points & stay longer info, check contiki.com/departurepoints & contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.161.
Half board options available (for a small supplement)
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Tour + 2 week ski tour combination discounts apply when you book a Winter Europe tour at the same time as a ski trip. Save up to £60 off the cost of the ski trip. See p.19 for details.
Ski Welt - recently voted Top Resort in a survey of 70 resorts in 8 countries. Mountain Restaurants: 63
Lifts & Cable Cars: 14 Cable cars 1 Funicular railway 15 Detachable chairlifts 22 Chairlifts 24 Drag lifts 15 Practise lifts
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Ski Welt: Beginners runs: 63 (blue) Total length 124km
Kitzbuehler Horn St Johann in Tyrol
Astberg 1267m
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Ellmau 820m
Eiberg 1673m
Brandstadt 1650m Neualm
Zinsberg 1674m Hohe Salve
Rigi 1532m
Scheffau 752m
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Talstation 789m Kelchsau
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More ways to travel Contiki We do more than just tours. From Europe’s iconic festivals like Pamplona, St Patrick’s Day in Dublin & Oktoberfest, to New Year trips that go off, experience more with Contiki.
Festival fun starts here
New Year’s Eve trips
Europe is all about festivals – it’s home to some of the best in the world. From Oktoberfest to Pamplona & Bilbao BBK Live (to name a couple) - Contiki will take you there. Plan your tour to connect with one, or book one on its own & get amongst the festival fever the way only Europeans can.
Spend New Year’s Eve at the world’s biggest New Year party, Hogmanay. Or head to Paris or Amsterdam for New Year good times, the Contiki way.
Explore London London has so much going on & with so many of our tours starting in London, it would be wrong not to stay & check it out. Try our London Explorer package & get the most out of the city with loads of inclusions, sightseeing & experiences, all at your own pace.
Stay longer Don’t let your holiday end on the last day of tour…take advantage of our great hotel rates on accommodation before or after your tour. Ask Contiki or your travel agent for details when you book. For prices, check out p.162.
Contiki Christmas Never had a white Christmas? Head to Europe & have one! We’ve got Christmas trips to Amsterdam & Paris, so you can do Christmas Contiki-style.
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London Explorer
Time Out
3 or 5 days Want to do London at your own pace? Grab a value-packed collection of extras, activities & great accommodation with our 2 & 4 night explorer packages. You can take one before or after your tour. From £159.
London Explorer 3 or 5 Days How much & when Summer (1/4/12-31/10/12) Royal National Triple-share Twin-share Imperial Hotel Twin-share Single
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£169 £195
£369 £419
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£465 £569
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£159 £175
£349 £379
2 Nights M3LPI
4 Nights M5LPI
£205 £245
£435 £509
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2 night package 2 nights accommodation (more on p.80-81) Continental breakfast daily Open top bus tour London theatre show tickets (stalls or dress circle) Contiki Basement team “Welcome to London” info booklet 4 night package All 2 night inclusions above 4 nights accommodation (more on p.80-81) 2 day Undergound & bus pass Day trip & entry fee to Stonehenge Audio guided tour of the Roman Baths, Bath NB: London Explorer is not available during Easter 4-11 April ‘12, Diamond Jubilee 31 May - 6 June ‘12, the London Olympics 24 July - 14 August ‘12 & Christmas 20 Dec ‘12 - 3 Jan ‘13.
The Olympics Games are coming to London on the 24th July - 14th August ‘12, & the Paralympics on the 29th August - 9th September ‘12. During this time, travellers are advised that there may be minor changes to drop off points & stay longer accommodation restrictions.
Getting to the Contiki Basement is easy. It’s conveniently located at the Royal National Hotel, Bedford Way, London, WC1H 0DG. It’s just a few minutes walk from Russell Square Underground Station, so it’s nice & central. It’s also the departure point for all our tours that start in London. May to Sept: 9:00am - 8:00pm Oct to April: 11:00am - 7:00pm
What’s Included:
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Bedford Way, WC1H 0DG, London. Tel: +44 207 637 2488 Accommodation is based on twin or triple-share. Summer stay longer rate: Triple £39 Twin £50 Winter stay longer rate: Triple £35 Twin £45
Imperial Hotel: Russell Square, WC1B 5BB, London. Tel: +44 207 837 3655 Accommodation is based on single or twin-share. Summer stay longer rate: Single £90 Twin £60 Winter stay longer rate: Single £75 Twin £55
Getting there (for both hotels): From Heathrow Airport catch the Piccadilly Underground Line to Russell Square station (approx. £5) - travel time approx. 1 hour. The hotel is a short walk from the station. From Gatwick or Stansted airports, catch a train into central London & then catch a taxi to the hotel. Note: Stay longer accommodation is restricted to 2 nights pre & post during the London Olympics (24th July - 14th August 2012).
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Paris
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: London to Paris Meet up with your Contiki team in London before heading to the land of baguettes, cheese & escargot for a taste of how the French do Christmas. Tonight we’ll tour the city icons like the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower & see why Paris really is called the “City of Lights”.
Christmas 4 Days From £355pp*
£89 per day
Explore more: optionals
Paris Cabaret show & dinner
Day 2: Paris Today is yours! From people watching whilst sipping a café au lait & nibbling croissants, to the city’s museums & art, there’s so much to see. Maybe visit a French cabaret, or ask your Tour Manager for some tips on where’s best to experience the cool pre-Christmas vibes. (B)
3 nights twin-share hotel accommodation in Paris
Day 4: Paris to London It’s time to say au revoir to the city this morning as we farewell stylish Paris & make our way back to London, where your tour ends upon arrival. (B)
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www.contiki.com/ paris-christmas
Start 8:00am & end approx. 6:30pm.
Itinerary & sightseeing
Amsterdam Christmas 4 Days From £315pp*
£79 per day
Explore more: optionals
Amsterdam Evening boat cruise along the canals
Day 1: London to Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team as we make our way to Amsterdam to start your Christmas, Dutch-style. On arrival, we’ll show you the sights on a walking tour of the infamous Red Light District. (D) Day 2: Amsterdam Roll like a local - head out & explore in your own time today. Maybe hire a bike, go shopping, relax at a café, sink your teeth into some Dutch pastries & pancakes or check out a gallery. Tonight, grab a bite at one of the many local restaurants & then get the Christmas spirit going by heading out to a local bar or nightclub. (B)
indulging in a delicious Christmas feast. Get into the Christmas spirit with your travel buddies & maybe take a canal cruise of the city. (B,L) Day 4: Amsterdam to London It’s time to say goodbye to the ‘Dam this morning as we make our way back to London, where your tour ends on arrival. (B)
www.contiki.com/ amsterdam-christmas
Start & end in London or Dublin 4 Days From £229pp* £58 per day
Day 2: Dublin This morning we’ll show you the sights on our walking tour, topped off with a visit to the Guinness Storehouse, where you can try the ultimate Irish drop at the SkyBar, with its 360 degree city views. With a free afternoon, go local & explore, or head to the popular Temple Bar district & get amongst the buzzing pub vibes found here. (B) Day 3: Dublin Today is going to be epic, as you take part in Ireland’s biggest annual party, where
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An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Inclusions & sightseeing as detailed
Start London
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Twin £ pp
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Dec 26
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470
If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.
What’s Included: 3 nights twin or quad-share hotel accommodation in Amsterdam 5 meals: 3 continental breakfasts (B), 1 Christmas lunch (L), 1 three-course dinner (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Inclusions & sightseeing as detailed
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share. For single room supplement add £115 to twin-share price. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.
Start 8:00am & end approx. 6:30pm.
Itinerary & sightseeing
St. Patrick’s Day
4 meals: 3 continental breakfasts (B) 1 three-course dinner (D)
* Prices above are twin-share or quad-
Day 3: Amsterdam Gelukkig Kerstfeest! Take it easy this morning before
Day 1: London to Dublin (or meet in Dublin) Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or join us later this afternoon in Dublin). Dublin is the ultimate place to celebrate St. Patrick’s day. Tonight, get the party started with a night out on the town.
What’s Included:
Day 3: Paris Joyeux Noël! Get a truly unique Parisian experience to remember on an included cruise down the River Seine, or maybe take in the epic views from the top of the magnificent Eiffel Tower. Later, indulge in a delicious French Christmas feast & wine as you celebrate with your new travel buddies. (B,D)
locals & travellers take to the streets to celebrate like only the Irish can. With packed streets, singing, dancing & good times all day & all night, live it just like the locals! (B) Day 4: Dublin to London (or end Dublin) Chill or get some much needed sleep on the coach as your tour ends on arrival in London. Or if you’re staying on in Dublin, your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
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What’s Included: 3 nights multi-share (up to 8 people) hostel accommodation in Dublin - choice of ensuite or shared facilities. 3 continental breakfasts (B) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Inclusions & sightseeing as detailed
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* Price above are multi-share with shared facilities & includes the coach from London. For our ‘meet us there’ option where you join the trip in Dublin, deduct £30 from price above. Ensuite supplement £30. Start 8:00am in London or approx. 7:00pm in Dublin & end approx. 10:00am in Dublin or 9:00pm in London. You will need to bring your own towel.
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Paris
Itinerary & sightseeing Day 1: London to Paris Meet up with your Contiki team in London before making your way across the Channel to the chic French capital. Soak up the stylish Parisian atmosphere on an evening “City of Lights” tour. You’ll see all the icons like the Arc de Triomphe & the unforgettable Eiffel Tower.
New Year 4 Days From £355pp*
£89 per day
Explore more: optionals
Day 2: New Year’s Eve in Paris The city is yours to explore. Walk down the ChampsÉlysées, visit one of the city’s many museums or take a seat in a typical Parisian café & people watch before kicking off your New Year celebrations. (B)
Paris Cabaret show & glass of champagne
joining the group to see a different side of the city with a cruise along the River Seine. Tonight enjoy delicious French cuisine before the option of seeing a famous Parisian cabaret show. (B,D) Day 4: Paris to London Say ‘au revoir’ before we journey to Calais to catch the ferry back to London where the tour ends on arrival. (B)
www.contiki.com/paris
New Year 4 Days From £315pp*
£79 per day
Explore more: optionals
Amsterdam Evening boat cruise along the canals
Day 2: New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam This morning enjoy some sightseeing before free time to explore on your own. Shop on the Kalverstraat, get a culture fix at a gallery or head to the cafés & restaurants. Tonight start the New Year celebrations as we make our way to a local bar for some included drinks before experiencing the awesome vibes, street parties & fireworks that make the city go off! (B)
Day 3: Amsterdam Welcome 2013! Take it easy today or explore more of the sights in your own time. Tonight, you have the option to see the city from a different angle on a canal cruise. Later celebrate the New Year at one of the city’s pumping clubs. (B) Day 4: Amsterdam to London This morning say farewell to Amsterdam as we make our way back to London where your tour ends on arrival. (B)
www.contiki.com/ amsterdam
Start & end in London or Edinburgh Day 4 Days From £305pp*
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Stirling Day trip to Stirling Castle
An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Inclusions & sightseeing as detailed
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What’s Included: 3 nights twin or quad-share hotel accommodation in Amsterdam 4 meals: 3 continental breakfasts (B), 1 three-course dinner (D) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Inclusions & sightseeing as detailed
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3 nights twin-share hotel accommodation in Paris
If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.
Day 3: Paris Happy New Year! Take it easy this morning before
Day 1: London to Amsterdam Meet up with your Contiki team & travel to Amsterdam, one of Europe’s New Year party hot spots. Tonight enjoy dinner at the hotel before our guided walking tour takes you through the famous Red Light District. (D)
What’s Included:
Day 1: London to Edinburgh (or meet in Edinburgh) Meet up with your Contiki team in London before heading to Edinburgh for Hogmanay. Or meet us there! The Scottish really know how to party & Edinburgh pulls out all the stops for good times. We’ll take a city walking tour, then head to a local pub to let the fun begin.
the streets at the world’s biggest New Year party! (B)
Day 2: New Year’s Eve in Edinburgh Maybe sleep off the night before, then head out to explore. Stroll down Princes Street & down the Royal Mile & get some pics outside (or tour) Edinburgh’s famous Castle. You could go on the Winter Wonderland rides, or give some haggis a try. Tonight get ready to hit
Day 4: Edinburgh to London (or end Edinburgh) Chill or get some much needed sleep on the coach as your tour ends on arrival in London. Or if staying on in Edinburgh, your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
Day 3: Edinburgh Take the day to chill, or get involved in Loony Dook, where punters jump in the freezing waters of the Firth of Forth. You could head to Stirling Castle & hear the legend of William Wallace of Braveheart, or simply get back out & party until the ‘wee’ hours. (B)
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What’s Included: 3 nights multi-share (up to 8 people) hostel accommodation in Edinburgh 3 meals: 3 continental breakfasts (B) An experienced & professional Tour Manager & Driver team Inclusions & sightseeing as detailed
Code: CCHO Start London
Finish London
Total Cost £ pp*
2012 Dec 30
2013 Jan 2
325
* Price above is multi-share & includes
the coach from London. For our ‘meet us there’ option where you join the trip in Edinburgh, deduct £20 from price above. Start 6:45am in London or approx. 7:00pm in Edinburgh & end 8:00am in Edinburgh or approx. 9:00pm in London..
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ANZAC Odyssey 5 Days Classic 4 Days From £295pp* £74 per day
What’s Included: ANZAC Odyssey: 3 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) & 1 night out under the stars 3 continental breakfasts (B)
ANZAC Classic: 2 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation (more on p.80-81) & 1 night out under the stars 2 continental breakfasts (B)
Both options include: Airport transfers on Day 1
Go Contiki ANZAC With a Contiki Tour Manager & experienced English speaking Turkish guide, you’ll pay tribute to the ANZAC’s who fought at Gallipoli in 1915. Discover ANZAC Cove, attend the memorial services & be there for the Dawn Ceremony. Back in Istanbul, you’re close to the action & on our city tour you’ll check out all the key sites like the Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar. And with your comfy commemorative hoodie you’ll keep your travel memories fresh back home.
An experienced & professional Tour Manager and Driver Modern, air-conditioned coach Sightseeing tours as described in itinerary Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges Services of an experienced & fully licensed Turkish Guide Attendance at the Dawn Service on North Beach & the opportunity to attend the National Services at Lone Pine & Chunuk Bair In-depth tour of the Gallipoli landing sites, battlegrounds, cemeteries & memorials with our local guide Fully guided walking tour of “Old” Istanbul including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia & Hippodrome
1 World Heritage sites visited
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How much & when to go 4 Days Code: BBAC
Start Istanbul
Start Istanbul
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr 26
345
2012 Apr 22
Finish Istanbul
Total Cost £ pp*
Apr 26
295
2012 Apr 23
ANZAC Classic
5 Day Itinerary & sightseeing
4 Day Itinerary & sightseeing
Day 1: Arrive Istanbul Check-in to your hotel & meet up with your Contiki team & fellow travellers this evening in Turkey’s capital where East literally meets West. Day 2: Istanbul After breakfast, we’ll head out to explore the city on a guided tour. With a free afternoon, there are heaps of options for your time here. Otherwise, live a bit of Istanbul’s daily life. Try your hand at backgammon in a sidewalk cafe & watch the crowds go by as you sip on Turkish coffee. (B) Visit the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar & the Spice Market with a local guide See the Hagia Sofia, Topkapi Palace & Suleymaniye Mosque
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5 Days Code: BBAZ Finish Istanbul
ANZAC Odyssey
* Prices above are based on twin & triple-share.
If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Tour starts 4:30pm & ends approx. 8:00am. Note: Please provide your flight & arrival details to Contiki 21 days before departure to take advantage of our included transfer.
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Day 3 : Gallipoli battlefields tour Today we’ll start our pilgrimage to Gallipoli, with a tour of Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Johnston’s Jolly. Tonight, feel this buzzing atmosphere, where we’ll join thousands of others for this incredible experience, sleeping out under the stars before taking part in tomorrow’s ANZAC Dawn Service. (B) See ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Johnston’s Jolly
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Day 4 : ANZAC Day at Gallipoli We’ll wake up before sunrise to experience the moving Dawn Service & walk in the footsteps of the soldiers up the very same cliffs as the ANZAC troops. We’ll pay our respects at the National Services for Australian troops at Lone Pine & the New Zealand troops at Chunuk Bair before returning to Istanbul for our last night on tour. Day 5: Istanbul It’s time to swap emails with your tour mates this morning, as your 5 day ANZAC adventure ends after breakfast. (B)
Day 1: Arrive Istanbul Check-in to your hotel & meet up with your Contiki team & fellow travellers this evening in Turkey’s capital where East literally meets West. Day 2 : Gallipoli battlefields tour Today we’ll start our pilgrimage to Gallipoli, with a tour of Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Johnston’s Jolly. Tonight, feel this buzzing atmosphere, where we’ll join thousands of others for this incredible experience, sleeping out under the stars before taking part in tomorrow’s ANZAC Dawn Service. (B) See ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Johnston’s Jolly
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Day 3 : ANZAC Day at Gallipoli We’ll wake up before sunrise to experience the moving Dawn Service & walk in the footsteps of the soldiers up the very same cliffs as the ANZAC troops. We’ll pay our respects at the National Services for Australian troops at Lone Pine & the New Zealand troops at Chunuk Bair before returning to Istanbul for our last night on tour. Day 4: Istanbul It’s time to swap emails with your tour friends, as your 4 day ANZAC adventure ends after a morning sightseeing tour. (B)
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Oktoberfest Start & end in London or Munich
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Be part of the world’s biggest festival of beer & good times at Oktoberfest! This event is a must-do & with Contiki we take it up a level. Girls grab your dirndl, guys don some lederhosen & head to the beer tents. The vibe will have you indulging in steins, whilst singing & dancing like only the Germans can. Trying wurst, succulent half-chickens & pretzels is a must do & if you feel like taking a break from the beer halls, head to the amusement park or market stalls for some action (or time out!). With free day trips, breakfast included daily, options on how you travel, plus our awesome team to complete the experience, Contiki is the only way to do Oktoberfest. Go Contiki & go your way Choose to camp in our pre-set up tents, stay in a hostel, or take it up a notch on our hotel trips. We keep it flexible too - choose to travel on the coach from London, or make your own way to Munich & join us there.
All our tour options include: Breakfast daily Regular free coach transfers from accommodation to festival site Guided walking tour of Munich: See Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel, the Rathaus, Munich Residenz, Frauenkirche & Viktualienmarkt Day trip to the moving Dachau concentration camp memorial Experienced & professional Contiki Oktoberfest Team & Tour Drivers Contiki Oktoberfest t-shirt
Camping tents
Concept hostel
These trips start & end in London.
These trips start & end in London.
7 days £339pp 5 days £265pp
7 days £439pp 6 days £369pp
7 Days: Sept 20th - 26th 5 Days: Sept 27th - Oct 1st & Oct 2nd - 6th
7 Days: Sept 20th - 26th 6 Days: Sept 25th - 30th, Sept 29th - Oct 4th, Oct 3rd - 8th
Accommodation: Large twin-share tents with comfy air-mattresses (sleeping bag & towel are required) Transport: Return coach transfers from London to Munich including ferry crossings Tour starts 2:00pm & ends approx. 7:00pm-9:00pm
Accommodation: Quad-share hostel accommodation (a towel is required) Transport: Return coach transfers from London to Munich including ferry crossings Tour starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 9:00pm-12:00 midnight
These trips start & end in Munich.
These trips start & end in Munich.
6 days £259pp 4 days £185pp
6 days £359pp 5 days £295pp
6 Days: Sept 21st - 26th 4 Days: Sept 28th - Oct 1st & Oct 3rd - 6th
6 Days: Sept 21st - 26th 5 Days: Sept 26th - 30th, Sept 30th - Oct 4th, Oct 4th - 8th
Accommodation: Large twin-share tents with comfy air-mattresses (sleeping bag & towel are required) Tour starts 8:00am & ends approx. 8:00am
Accommodation: Quad-share hostel accommodation (a towel is required) Tour starts 1:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am
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Time Out hotel These trips start & end in London.
6 days £465pp 6 Days: Sept 25th - 30th, Sept 29th - Oct 4th, Oct 3rd - 8th Accommodation: Twin or triple-share hotel accommodation. Singles available for a supplement Transport: Return coach transfer from London to Munich including ferry crossings Tour starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 9:00pm-12:00 midnight
These trips start & end in Munich.
5 days £399pp 5 Days: Sept 26th - 30th, Sept 30th - Oct 4th, Oct 4th - 8th Accommodation: Twin or triple-share hotel accommodation. Singles available for a supplement Tour starts 1:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am
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Pamplona Running of the Bulls Start & end in London or Pamplona
3 ways to go... Run! Play your part in Spain’s legendary San Fermín & the infamous bull run through Pamplona’s city streets. Feel the adrenaline rush as you don your red & white & literally run for cover - this festival is not to be missed. With our extra special inclusions like a welcome dinner party, free transfers to & from the city, hot breakfasts daily, included funky festival t-shirts, great party nights & pre-set up tents, it’s too easy. Plus there’s 3 ways to go. Contiki is the only way to do Pamplona!
Watch the locals in action at Pamplona
All options include: Campsite accommodation with access to the pool, bar restaurant & shop facilities Large twin-share tents & comfy air mattresses - already set up for you Continental & hot breakfasts daily Morning coach transfers to the bull run, plus regular free transfers to Pamplona’s city centre throughout the day Guided walking tour of Pamplona - see Plaza Castillo, the Baroque town hall, Estafeta Street & the famous bullring Welcome dinner & sangria party Experienced & professional Contiki Pamplona Team & Tour Drivers Contiki Running of the Bulls t-shirt & pañuelo
Opening week
Middle week
Closing week
7 days £355pp
6 days £299pp
6 days £299pp
This trip starts & ends in London.
This trip starts & ends in London.
This trip starts & ends in London.
July 3rd - 9th 2012 Accommodation: Large twin-share tents (sleeping bag & towel are required) Transport: Return coach transfer from London to Pamplona including ferry crossings Tour starts 5:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am
July 7th - 12th 2012 Accommodation: Large twin-share tents (sleeping bag & towel are required) Transport: Return coach transfer from London to Pamplona including ferry crossings Tour starts 5:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am
July 11th - 16th 2012 Accommodation: Large twin-share tents (sleeping bag & towel are required) Transport: Return coach transfer from London to Pamplona including ferry crossings Tour starts 5:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am
5 days £255pp
4 days £199pp
4 days £199pp
This trip starts & ends in Pamplona.
This trip starts & ends in Pamplona.
This trip starts & ends in Pamplona.
July 4th - 8th 2012 Accommodation: Large twin-share tents (sleeping bag & towel are required) Tour starts 3:00pm & ends approx. 12:00 noon
July 8th - 11th 2012 Accommodation: Large twin-share tents (sleeping bag & towel are required) Tour starts 3:00pm & ends approx. 12:00 noon
July 12th - 15th 2012 Accommodation: Large twin-share tents (sleeping bag & towel are required) Tour starts 3:00pm & ends approx. 12:00 noon
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Pamplona
Edinburgh
& Bilbao BBK Live
Festival & Military Tattoo
Don’t miss two of Spain’s iconic & not to be missed festivals. Bilbao BBK Live, Spain’s #1 music festival & the legendary Pamplona Running of the Bulls are all yours on this combined 8 day trip.
Inclusions same as Pamplona on p.158 plus: 3 day pass to Bilbao BBK Live & festival wristband.
Against the backdrop of the spectacular hilltop castle is Scotland’s famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo. Enjoy a locally guided city tour & an included ticket to the closing night of the tattoo. A number of our Great Britain & Scotland tours are also in Edinburgh during the event – so check out departure dates on p.111-113.
8 days £425pp This trip starts & ends in London. July 9th - 16th 2012 Accommodation: Large twin-share tents (sleeping bag & towel are required) Tour starts 5:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am
6 days £375pp
4 days £299pp
This trip starts in Pamplona & ends in Bilbao. July 10th - 15th 2012 Accommodation: Large twin-share tents (sleeping bag & towel are required) Tour starts 3:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am
This trip starts & ends in London
See contiki.com/bilbao-pamps for more.
Easter in
August 24th - 27th 2012 Accommodation: Single rooms with shared facilities Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 9:00pm
See contiki.com/tattoo for more.
Day Festivals
Amsterdam
Try one of our day festivals for a great day out in London! With Royal Ascot - get your glam gear on & rub shoulders with the rich & famous at this ultimate British day out. Keep an eye on contiki.com for more day festivals & events.
Be part of a 4 day Easter party with Contiki in the happening city of Amsterdam. Take a bike ride or canal cruise then explore the city’s many museums, like van Gogh or even the home of Heineken! Or take time to relax & enjoy one of the city’s many cafes & restaurants.
4 days £235pp This trip starts & ends in London April 6th - 9th 2012 Accommodation: Multi-share (max 6 to a room) Tour starts 6:45am & ends approx. 6:30pm
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£89pp See contiki.com/easter for more.
See contiki.com/day-fest for more.
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Got a question? Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know: What’s included? • Coach, train, air transfers & ferry transport as specified. • Accommodation, breakfast & evening meals as detailed under ‘What’s Included’ on tour pages & the Only Contiki section. • Sightseeing as detailed on p.16-17 & in the itineraries on the tour pages. Unless specified, entrance fees are not included. • Experienced team as detailed on p.10-11 & on tour pages.
What’s not included? • Personal expense money. • Visas, personal insurance, medical fees. • Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than those specified on tour pages. • Whitewater rafting, gondola rides, etc. • Lunches (unless specified under “What’s Included”) & some dinners. • Anything else not listed in the “What’s Included” section on itinerary pages .
Where will I stay? Time Out tours: Accommodation is in superior tourist class hotels, ships & trains. These are described on p.78-81 & on individual tour pages. On trains in Egypt, two people share a two-berth couchette & facilities are shared. Other train journeys are as detailed in individual itineraries. On overnight ferries, tours are provided with allocated seating on deck.
Depending on the numbers & configuration on your tour, availability of singles can sometimes be limited in some locations. On certain occasions, alternative hotels to those listed in this brochure may be used. Whilst it is our intention to use hotels of a similar standard & location, no liability can be accepted for any variation of either. Twinshare means 2 people sharing, either travelling together or as a twin-share same sex room match. Triple-share means 3 people sharing, either travelling together or as a triple-share same sex room match.
Concept tours: Your accommodation is a combination of cabins in Contiki Villages, hostels, hotels, guest houses & Special Stopovers depending on the type of tour you select. Refer to p.40-43 & individual tour pages for details. On overnight ferries, tours are provided with allocated seating on deck. On certain occasions alternative accommodations to those listed in this brochure may be used. Whilst it is our intention to use accommodation of a similar standard & location, no liability can be accepted for any variation of either. • Special Stopover accommodation is a combination of twin & quad-share but never more than 4 people sharing. You must bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Stopovers are NOT hotels & you will be asked to assist with serving meals & washing up. All stopovers have hot water, showers & a bar, some have clothes washing facilities. • Contiki Villages provide accommodation in cabins, in Europe’s best campsites each with private facilities. You must bring your own sleeping bag & towel. You will be asked to assist with various tasks such as serving meals & washing up on a couple of occasions.
Camping tours: Accommodation is in modern two-person tents with built-in ground sheets & on certain tours, hotels & ferries, refer to p.26-27 for details. Tents, which you will erect/take down, are carried on the coach. Camping tours stay in the best available campsites. Campsite standards in Europe depend upon location & country & should not be compared to those elsewhere. Air mattresses are provided but you must bring your own sleeping bag & towel. At meal times, everyone takes it in turns to help with preparing food, cooking, washing up & so on. All campsites have hot water, bathroom facilities in shower blocks & some have clothes washing facilities, bars & shops.
Cruises: Refer to p.142-143 for details of accommodation on the Louis Hellenic Cruise ships & p.136-137 for details of accommodation on Croatian Island Cruising. Cruise companies reserve the right to change itinerary & ports due to poor weather.
Ski & board holidays: Both our ski & board packages stay at our Contiki Special Stopover, our Austrian Gasthof. Refer to p.150-151 for details.
Will I get more information? Upon receipt of final payment, your tour documentation will be released 21 days prior to your departure. You’ll receive a copy of Contiki’s ‘Travellers Guide’- an information book about your holiday & Europe. You’ll also receive a comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full details & costs of all optional activities available on your tour. Your free Contiki document wallet* & luggage tag will be sent to you with your travel documents. The wallet is a safe place for your tickets & passport. * Contiki reserves the right to substitute an alternative travel accessory for the Contiki document wallet.
How much money do I need? 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 excursions & activities, entrance fees to attractions & evening entertainment. It is advisable to start your tour with some cash in local currencies such as Euro, Swiss Franc & Great British Pounds.
Explore More Optional Activities When do I choose? Optionals are arranged & paid for on tour. 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 Tour Manager can offer personal advice. Some activities are seasonal & weather dependent as well.
How do I pay? You pay on tour in cash (Euro, Swiss Francs, Great British Pounds or US Dollars only, depending on the activity).
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Past traveller 5% discount Eligibility for this discount is based on clients having booked & travelled with Contiki (or one of our Travel Corporation sister brands, visit www.thetravelcorporation.com for details) within 5 years of their last tour. Clients must have completed a tour before they can redeem the discount on a subsequent tour booking. Only one discount can be redeemed per past traveller annually. A deposit must be received before the discount can be applied to the booking. It is not available on pre & posttour accommodation rates & other selected products. The discount applies to brochured prices only & cannot be combined with any non-brochured special market promotions.
Brochure authenticity We have put a great deal of effort into producing this brochure. The information given & literature produced by Contiki has been compiled with care & is published in good faith (this includes contiki.com & our e-brochures). 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.
Am I expected to tip on tour? Every country in the world has different tipping policies & in Europe, within service industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally optional & only given if you feel the service has exceeded your expectations. Your Tour Manager will assist you with any questions about this. 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.
Booking Security Contiki has been running tours 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 make 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.
Online check-in For more information on how to get more before & after your tour see p.25.
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For more info check out contiki.com/travel-resources
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Big thank you! We love keeping it real, so we asked some young travellers to come & join us for one of our legendary trips & see for themselves what the Contiki experience is all about. A big thanks goes out to Cal, Isa, Ben, Oba, Hollie, Lauren, Jemma, Aly, Rebecca, Lemara, Liz, Aston, Tom, Katrina, Anastassia, Henrietta & Laura! Not forgetting all our fantastic On-site Teams, plus Darth, Stephen, Leona & Ryan. We love you!
How much luggage can I bring? On our tours, 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. Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger & heavier suitcases on tour. On Concept tours & Camping tours, you’ll need a sleeping bag & towel which can be purchased from Contiki in London, if necessary. On Ski holidays you may bring one pair of ski boots & skis or a snowboard. Any luggage over the restricted size or amount can be stored with Contiki in London at a small charge. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage insurance is strongly recommended.
Do I need vaccinations? At the time this brochure went to press (September, 2011), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it is wise to check up-to-date information with your travel agent prior to departure. Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may require en route, such as antihistamines, antibiotics.
Do I need visas? Please read carefully. Depending on your nationality, you may require visas to enter certain countries included in your tour. You are fully
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responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your tour. Contiki are not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a tour. Consult your travel agent to determine which visas you require & how to obtain them. Schengen Visas The majority of our tours travel in countries that are covered by the Schengen Agreement which relates to visas. Citizens of many countries – eg. Australia, United States, Canada, New Zealand – can travel in the Schengen area without a visa. If you require a visa to enter the Schengen area you only need to obtain one visa which will allow you to travel in all Schengen countries Schengen visas can be issued for single entry or multiple entries. If your tour travels outside of the Schengen area at any point you will require a multiple entry visa. The tours that require multiple entry Schengen visas are listed below: The Big Chill, The Northern Trek, European Spirit, European Adventurer, Ultimate European, European Explorer, Spanish Spree, Scandinavia, Scandinavia & Russia, Russia, Road to Athens plus 3 day Greek Island Cruise, Road to Athens plus 7 day Greek Island Cruise, Mediterranean Trail plus 3 Day Greek Island Cruise, Mediterranean Trail plus 7 Day Greek Islands Cruise, Spotlight on Greece plus 3 day Greek Island Cruise, Spotlight on Greece plus 7 Day Greek Island Cruise, Aegean Classic Cruise, Golden Fleece Cruise & Mykonos & Island Cruising. Visas for Non-Schengen Countries Some of our tours also visit countries that are not covered by the Schengen Agreement. You may require visas for countries including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Egypt & Russia. Depending on
your nationality it may be possible to obtain visas for Egypt upon arrival – you should check before you depart for your tour. Important 1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is normally charged. 2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause you to miss part of your tour & will result in you incurring considerable expense & inconvenience. 3. It is better to apply for all visas through your travel agent before you leave home. Your travel agent will contact Contiki for full details. 4. Contiki will provide you with visa contacts from our London base at the Royal National Hotel, if necessary.
Travel insurance Cancellation, unexpected medical expenses, injuries, theft, lost luggage or money can significantly disrupt & ruin your holiday. Contiki very strongly recommends that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, evacuation & repatriation expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money & public liability before you travel. In some instances, you may not be accepted on a Contiki holiday unless you have arranged satisfactory insurance. You also agree to indemnify us against all thirdparty claims, actions, damages & remedies against us arising from your participation in your holiday. For insurance details, please speak to your travel agent when you are booking your tour.
Photography credits Photos courtesy of © Thomas Trinkl p.2 Paragliding, p.63 rafting, p.68 Bike ride. p.87 Tyrol, Austria. p.92 Zorbing, p.100 paragliding, p.101 Zorbing. Photo courtesy of Justin Troupe p.9 Gondola. Photo courtesy of Feel Free p.45 Rafting. Photos courtesy of Lucerne Tourist Board p.59 Wooden Chapel bridge, Lion Monument, Lucerne p.85. Photos courtesy of Lawrence Chan p.68 Flamenco show, p.97 street art, p.120 Greek dancers, p.135 Mozart & Strauss Concert, Schnaps tasting in Vienna. Photo courtesy of Sam Stevens p.71 Donkey ride. Photos courtesy of © Titlis Rotair & Engleberg Titlis p.81 Alpine Lodge Trubsee, p.97 Titlis Rotair Gondola. Photo courtesy of Himmelrich Hotel, Kriens, Lucerne. p.81. Photo courtesy of The Jailhotel, Lucerne p.81. Photo courtesy of McArthurGlen, Barberino Designer Outlet p.91. Photos courtesy of © Carrie Vonderhaar, Ocean Futures Society, Celine Cousteau snorkelling p.94. Photos courtesy of © Çapkin van Alphen-CauseCentric Productions p.95 Celine Cousteau, Celine Cousteau snorkelling. Photo courtesy of Louis Cristal p.142 Cruise liner. Photo courtesy of Edinburgh’s Hogmanay p.152 Lloyd Smith, The Loony Dook - Saltire Santas. Photos courtesy of Tammy Campbell p.156 Anzac, & Memorial. Photos courtesy of Sam Kenny p.156 Anzac. Photos courtesy of Lily Rhodes p.158 Pamplona. Photo courtesy of © Ascot Racecourse Ltd p.159 Royal Ascot. If you want to put yourself forward for one of our photoshoots in the future, just email contikiholidaysphotography@gmail.com with a bit of info about yourself, a few photos & who knows, next year it could be you!
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Hotel departure points & stay longer options Look up the start city of your tour below for departure point information about where your tour starts & how to get there. There are also details on how to extend your holiday & stay longer either before or after your tour (marked below as PRE & POST). Take advantage of our specially negotiated ‘Stay Longer’ hotel rates listed below, which can be arranged through Contiki or your travel agent when you book your tour. For the most up-to-date details go to contiki.com/staylonger & contiki.com/departurepoints.
AMSTERDAM TIME OUT TOURS Amsterdam to Barcelona (PRE) and European Panorama (end Amsterdam) (POST) Ibis Schiphol Hotel, Schipholweg 181, 1171 PK, Badhoevedorp. Tel: +31 206 134568 Getting there: From Amsterdam airport, take the complimentary Ibis Schiphol/Accor shuttle bus from stop A9 directly to the hotel. Stay longer rate: Single £85 Twin £50 European Encounter (start Amsterdam) (PRE) and European Explorer (end Amsterdam) (POST) Hotel Lake Land, Jachthaven 1, 1141 AV, Monnickendam. Tel: +31 299 653751 Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport to Centraal Station (approx. d4), then take bus 110, 114 or 118 (approx. d6). Duration of trip is approx. 25min – get off at stop Lagedijk & the hotel is a 2min walk away. Alternatively, catch a taxi from Centraal Station for approx. d40. Stay Longer rate: Single £55 Twin £39 European Magic, European Discovery and European Inspiration (start Amsterdam) (PRE) and European Vista (end Amsterdam) (POST) Best Western Blue Square Hotel, Slotermeerlaan 80, 1064 HD, Amsterdam. Tel: +31 205 063717 Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport to Centraal Station (approx. d4) then take a taxi to the hotel (approx. d20). Alternatively, Tram #14 goes from Dam Square (approx. d3), direction Slotermeer. The stop for the hotel is Plein 40-45 & the hotel is a 2 minute walk. Stay Longer rate: Single £79 Twin £49 Best of Europe (start Amsterdam) will start at Best Western Blue Square Hotel – details as above.
CONCEPT TOURS European Horizon & European Whirl (start Amsterdam) (PRE) and European Highlights, European Experience, European Escapade, European Contrasts, European Adventurer & Ultimate European (end Amsterdam) (POST) Hotel Nieuw Slotania, Slotermeerlaan 133, 1063 JN, Amsterdam. Tel: +31 206 134568 Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport to Centraal Station (approx. d4) then take a taxi to the hotel (approx. d20). Alternatively, Tram #14 goes from Dam Square (approx. d3), direction Slotermeer. The stop for the hotel is Plein 40-45, directly in front of the hotel entrance. Stay Longer rate: Single £39 Twin £35
ATHENS TIME OUT TOURS & CRUISES Aegean Classic Cruise & Golden Fleece Cruise (PRE & POST) and Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey (POST) Hotel President, 43 Kifissias Avenue, 11523, Athens. Tel: +30 210 6989 000. Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line 3 to Panormou (approx. d8) & then it’s a short walk or taxi ride to the hotel. Stay Longer rate: Single £115 Twin £65 Greek Island Hopping (PRE & POST) Poseidon Hotel, 72 Possidonos Avenue, 17562, Paleo Faliro, Athens. Tel: +30 210 9872 000 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch the X96 bus from outside International Airport Arrivals (approx. d4). The stop for the hotel is Edem, directly in the front of the hotel entrance. Stay Longer rate: Single £115 Twin £65 Spotlight on Greece (PRE & POST) Hermes Hotel, 19 Apollonos Street, 10557, Athens. Tel: +30 210 3255 514 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line 3 to Syntagma (approx. d8) in the city centre & then it’s a 5 minute walk to the hotel. Stay Longer rate: Single £115 Twin £65 Mykonos & Island Cruising (PRE & POST) Plaka Hotel, 7 Kapnikareas & Mitropoleos Street, 10556, Athens. Tel: +30 210 3222 096 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line 3 to Monastiraki (approx. d8) in the city centre & then it’s a 5 minute walk to the hotel. Stay Longer rate: Single £115 Twin £65 Road to Athens (POST) Center Square Hotel, 15 Aristogotonos Street, 10552, Athens. Tel: +30 210 3211 770 Stay Longer rate: Single £115 Twin £65
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Mediterranean Trail (POST) Arion Hotel, 18 Ag. Dimitriou Street, 10554, Athens. Tel: +30 210 3240 415 Stay Longer rate: Single £115 Twin £65
CONCEPT & CAMPING TOURS Greek Island Adventurer (PRE & POST) Hotel Oceanis, 25 Grigoriou Lambraki Street, 16675, Glyfada, Athens. Tel: +30 210 8946 253 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch the X96 bus from outside International Airport Arrivals (approx. d4). Get off at stop Antonopoulou & the hotel is a short walk away. Stay Longer rate: Single £75 Twin £45 London to Athens (POST) Dorian Inn Hotel, 15-17 Pireos Street, 10552, Athens. Tel: +30 210 5239 782 Stay Longer rate: Single £85 Twin £49 The Northern Trek will start at Camping Athens, 198 Athinon Avenue, 12136, Athens. Tel: +30 210 5814 113 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line 3 to Syntagma in the city centre. From there you can catch a taxi to the campsite for approx. d15. Alternatively, take Metro Line 2 to Metaxourghio station, then bus A15 or B15 to the campsite. The bus costs approx. d2, duration of trip approx. 35 minutes – get off the bus at the Camping Athens stop.
BARCELONA Amsterdam to Barcelona (POST) Novotel Cornella de Llobregat, Avinguda del Maresme 78, Ronda de Dalt exit 15, 08940, Cornella de Llobregat, Barcelona. Tel: +34 93 4747000 Stay longer rate: Single £79 Twin £39
BERLIN TIME OUT TOURS Berlin to Budapest, Berlin & Prague and Berlin & Prague + Vienna (PRE) Best Western Hotel City Ost, Frankfurter Allee 57-59, 10247, Berlin. Tel: +49 30 7202 2100 Getting there: All airports in Berlin are serviced by bus or train. Take a bus or train to the city centre & take a taxi to the hotel, or change on to the U-Bahn (Line U5 – approx. d3). The hotel is a short walk from Samariterstrasse station. Stay longer rate: Single £60 Twin £39 Eastern Road (PRE & POST) Grand City Hotel Globus Berlin, Ruschestrasse 45, 10367, Berlin. Tel: +49 30 555 070 Getting there: All airports in Berlin are serviced by bus or train. Take a bus or train to the city centre & take a taxi to the hotel, or change on to the U-Bahn (Line U5 – approx. d3). The hotel is a short walk from Magdalenenstrasse station. Stay longer rate: Single £65 Twin £35
CONCEPT TOURS Scandinavia & Russia (end Berlin) (PRE & POST) and Russia (end Berlin) (POST) PLUS Berlin Hostel, Warschauer Platz 6-8, 10245, Berlin. Tel: +49 30 2123 8501 Getting there: All airports in Berlin are serviced by bus or train. Take a bus or train to the city centre & take a taxi to the hostel, or change on to the S-Bahn (Line S3, S5, S7, S9 or S75 – approx. d3). The hostel is a short walk from Warschauer Strasse station. Stay longer rate: Single £65 Twin £40 Quad £30 Note: A maximum limit of one night’s stay pre/post-tour applies at this hostel
CAIRO Egypt & The Nile (PRE & POST) Victoria Hotel, 66 El Gomhoria Street, Cairo. Tel: +202 589 2290 or +202 589 2294 Getting there: If you have provided Contiki with your flight arrival details at least 14 days in advance, our local representative will be in the arrivals hall holding a Contiki sign. Due to different flight arrival times, you may need to wait in the airport up to 1 hour for a transfer. Stay longer rate: Single £35 Twin £25
COPENHAGEN Scandinavia and Scandinavia & Russia (start Copenhagen) The departure hotel for these tours is not yet confirmed. Please contact Contiki for details.
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ROME
Ireland (PRE & POST) and Scotland & Ireland (POST) Jurys Inn Parnell Street, Moore Street Plaza, Parnell Street, Dublin. Tel: +353 1 8784900 Getting there: From Dublin airport you can catch a taxi for approx. d25-d35 or the ‘Aircoach’ (approx. d7) to the O’Connell Street stop – the hotel is just around the corner. Stay longer rate: Single £79 Twin £45
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EDINBURGH Scotland and Scotland & Ireland tours will start at Holiday Inn City West, 107 Queensferry Rd, Edinburgh, EH4 3HL. Tel: + 44 871 942 9025 Getting there: From Edinburgh airport a taxi direct to the hotel will cost approx. £12-£15.
HELSINKI Russia (start Helsinki) and Scandinavia (end Helsinki) The hotel for these tours has not been confirmed. Please contact Contiki for details.
ISTANBUL Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey (PRE) Green Anka Hotel, Molla Şeref Mh., Fındıkzade Sokak 4, 34270, Istanbul. Tel: +90 212 631 17 21 Getting there: A taxi from Istanbul Ataturk airport costs approx. 45TL (approx. d20) Stay longer rate: Single £75 Twin £39
LONDON All tours that start in London depart from the Royal National Hotel where you’ll also find the Contiki Basement. For further details, a map, plus stay longer options in London see p.153
MADRID Mediterranean Highlights (start Madrid) (PRE), Mediterranean Highlights (start Rome) (POST) and Spanish Spree (PRE & POST) Tryp Centro Norte, Calle Mauricio Ravel 10, 28046, Madrid, Spain. Tel: +34 91 7333400 Getting there: From Madrid airport take a taxi directly to the hotel for approx. d30. Alternatively, catch the Metro Line 8 from the airport into the city, change at Nuevos Ministerios onto Metro Line 10 & travel to Chamartin station (approx. d2). The hotel is across the road from the station. Stay longer rate: Single £75 Twin £45
PARIS TIME OUT TOURS European Vista, European Panorama, European Explorer & Road to Athens (start Paris) (PRE) and European Magic, European Discovery, European Encounter, European Impressions & European Inspiration (end Paris) (POST) The pre and post-tour hotel for these tours is not confirmed. Please contact Contiki for details. Best of Europe (start Paris) (PRE) Courtyard Marriott Paris Arcueil, 6 Avenue President Salvadore Allende, 94110, Arcueil, Paris. Tel: +33 1 770 12121 Getting There: From Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly airports, catch the RER B train to Laplace station. From there the hotel is a short walk away. Stay longer rate: Single £115 Twin £60
Mediterranean Trail (PRE), Italian Espresso (end Rome) (POST), Simply Italy (PRE & POST) and Mediterranean Highlights (start Rome) (PRE) & (Start Madrid) (POST) The pre and post-tour hotel for these tours is not confirmed. Please contact Contiki for details. Best of Europe (POST) The post-tour hotel for this tour is not confirmed. Please contact Contiki for details.
CAMPING TOURS The Escape will start at Seven Hills Camping, Via Cassia 1216, 00191, Roma. Tel: +39 06 3031 0826 Getting there: Catch the Leonardo Express train from Fiumicino airport to Termini station (approx. d15) then take a taxi directly to the campsite (approx. d30). Alternatively, take Metro Line A from Termini to Valle Aurelia, change onto the FR3 regional train (direction Viterbo) and get off at La Giustiniana (approx. d1). A Seven Hills Camping shuttle bus runs half-hourly between the train station and the campsite from 8:00am – 12:00pm, and 4:30pm – 8:30pm (cost 50c).
SPLIT Croatian Island Cruising (PRE & POST) Hotel Bellevue, Bana Josipa Jelacica 2, 21000, Split. Tel: +385 21 345 644 Getting There: An airport bus service runs from Split airport to Obala Lazareta, on the edge of Split’s old town (cost approx. 30kn/d4). From there, the hotel is a short walk away. Alternatively, catch a taxi from the airport directly to the hotel (approx. 350kn/d45). Stay longer rate: Single £99 Twin & Twin-share £65 Departure point: Cruise departs from Split port at 12:00pm – look for the Contiki or Katarina Lines representative on the port. There are many small hotels & pensions located in Split & near to the port – search the web for options, or call Contiki for details of hotels we offer.
STOCKHOLM Russia (start Stockholm) and Scandinavia (end Stockholm) Scandic Upplands Vasby, Hotellvägen 1, 194 35, Upplands Väsby Stockholm. Tel: +46 8 517 355 00
VENICE Italian Espresso (end Venice) (POST) ends at Hotel Airport Venice, Via Giovanni Pascoli 1, 30020, Quarto D’Altino, Veneto. Tel: +39 04 2282 5000 Stay longer rate: Single £59 Twin £39
VIENNA Vienna & Budapest will start at Hotel Bellevue, Althanstrasse 5, 1091, Vienna. Tel: +43 1 313 480 Getting there: Take a taxi directly from the airport for approximately d30. Alternatively catch the City Airport Train (approx. d9) to station Wien-Mitte, then take the U-Bahn (Line U4 - approx. d2) to Friedensbrücke. From there the hotel is a short walk away.
WARSAW Eastern Road (POST) The post-tour hotel for this tour is not yet confirmed. Please contact Contiki for details. Stay longer rate: Single £65 Twin £49
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European Highlights, European Experience, European Spirit, European Escapade, European Contrasts, European Adventurer & Ultimate European (start Paris) (PRE) and European Horizon & European Whirl (end Paris) (POST) ETAP Hotel Paris Porte de Montmartre, 45 Rue du Docteur Babinski, 75018, Paris. Tel: +33 8 926 83126 Getting there: From Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly airports, catch the RER B train to Gare du Nord station & then a taxi to the hotel (approx. d10). Alternatively make your way to the closest Metro stop of Porte de Saint-Ouen (Line 13, direction Saint-Denis – Université) and the hotel is a short walk from there. Stay Longer rate: Single £65 Twin £35
• Rates are per person per night including continental breakfast (except London) & have private facilities.
European Spirit will start at ETAP Hotel Paris Porte de Montmartre – details as above.
• All hotels are subject to availability & where necessary, we may provide an alternative on your arrival.
• Rooms are available for a maximum of 2 consecutive nights in most hotels. • Full payment is required 45 days before arrival. Cancellation within 14 days of arrival date incurs 100% cancellation fee. Any amendments incur a charge of £15 • Rates only apply to Contiki clients booking extra accommodation directly before &/or after their tour. • If two people want to share a room - booking must be made at the same time. Solo travellers must book a single room in all cities - except London where you can book a twin or triple-share room & we can match you up to a same sex room-mate.
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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. 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 authorized agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 10144. 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.atol. org.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. 3. PRICE GUARANTEE Prices in this brochure are based on costs and exchange rates as of 25th July, 2011. 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 tour 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 tour 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 (October, 2011) 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 tours and transportation to give you good value for money. 5.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve tour 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 Your travel agent shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such monies for you until the booking is confirmed at which time those monies shall be remitted promptly by your travel agent to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law. Any money paid to a travel agent where land arrangements and flights are booked together is held by the travel agent on behalf of Contiki 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.
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YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of £60, per person per tour, or the full amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of departure from your home country, must be submitted to Contiki within 7 days in respect of that holiday. 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 nonrefundable deposit of £60 per person, per tour, 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 The balance of the holiday price must be paid by no later than 45 days before the scheduled holiday departure date from your home country which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki. When making multi-tour bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days before scheduled departure date of the first departing tour. 2.2 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. 2.3 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us. 2.4 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 at the holiday departure point. 2.5 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 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Contiki. 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 tour fare 21-8 days: 30% of tour fare 7-1 days: 50% of tour fare Day of departure: 100% of tour 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. 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your tour booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the tour 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. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 4.1 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. 4.2 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. 4.3 A name change to a different person will be treated as a cancellation. 5. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS 5.1 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. 5.2 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. 5.3 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 tour, or for the quality of the care or services received. 5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday. 5.5.1 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. 5.5.2 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 Tour Manager as soon as it is discovered. 5.5.3 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 tour. Passengers agree not to hold the Company or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these terms and conditions. 5.6 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 or any loss or 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. 5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected holiday as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. 5.8 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. 5.9 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. 5.10.1 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Guernsey Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing. 5.10.2 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. 5.10.3 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. 6. INSURANCE Contiki very strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before joining a Contiki holiday. 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. 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. 7. 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 tour. 8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE: Airfares to and from your holiday destination (unless you have booked a tour and fly package), airport taxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Tour Managers & Tour Drivers, items of a personal nature, excess baggage and optional excursions. 9. 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. 10. 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 tour.
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 convention 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 and 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 and 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 and delay to passengers and luggage. Enrolment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and 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 5.3 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 £1,000 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 twelve months of the date of return from the holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if the company agrees, but the ABTA code does not require such agreement. 3. VALIDITY The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from March 2012 to March 2013. 4. OPERATING COMPANIES The programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by Contiki Holidays Limited, Picquet House, Guernsey, Channel Islands, with the exception of the Great Britain & Ireland tours described on p.110-113, the 3 & 5 day London Explorer packages described on p.153 & the Edinburgh Festival & Military Tattoo, Hogmanay & St Patrick’s Day tours described on p.154-155 & 159 all of which are operated by Contiki Travel (UK) Ltd. The principle operator of the Croatian Island Cruising product featured on p.136-137 is Katarina Lines. Their terms & conditions apply (available on request). IMPORTANT NOTICE: ABTA statement: Contiki Holidays Ltd and Contiki Travel (UK) Ltd are members of ABTA under the following membership numbers: Contiki Holidays Y1792; Contiki Travel UK V0438. ABTA and ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist when things don’t go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For more information on ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street, London SE1 9EQ, tel 020 3117 0500 www.abta.com DATA PROTECTION STATEMENT Please be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by us. This information will be passed on to the principal and to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. 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 Limited. Picquet House, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 1AF, Channel Islands. 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)
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Contiki Holidays
Keep going with Contiki > South America
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USA, Canada Asia & Mexico
Australia & New Zealand
HOLIDAYS FOR 18-35’S 2012/13 EUROPE
See more with Contiki Great value round the world flights, combined with Contiki’s sweet deals means you can see more for less. So take advantage of our exceptional multi-tour savings & great flight deals & keep exploring. Heading to Australia or New Zealand from the UK? Book a round the world ticket & stop off on one of our USA, South America or Asia trips. Speak to your travel agent for details on round the world tickets & ways to see more with Contiki.
How to book
Inc. Britain, Egypt & the Mediterranean
Call Contiki or visit your travel agent
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• At the time of booking you must pay a non refundable deposit of £60 per person per tour within 7 days. • Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send either you or your travel agent confirmation of the details of the booking. • You must pay the balance of your holiday no less than 45 days before the departure date or at the time of booking if less than 45 days before departure. • Contiki will then send you or your travel agent travel vouchers and detailed information about your holiday. The documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure.
Contiki Services Ltd. Wells House, 15 Elmfield Rd, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1LS. Tel: (020) 8290 6777 Fax: (020) 8225 4222
Brochure Hotline: Call 0870 333 4884 or Download/view: at contiki.com/ebrochures
IMPORTANT: By paying the £60 deposit per person per tour, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on p.163 which make up the contract between you and Contiki.
Europe Summer 2012/13
Call: 020 8290 6422 Click: contiki.com Email: travel@contiki.com Visit: your local travel agent
DRIVEN BY SERVICE
Contiki Holidays is a member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation and is renowned and trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability and financial stability. www.TheTravelCorporation.com
Groups & special interest tours
Contiki loves the planet
ABTA No.
ABTA No.Y1792
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. © Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. Printed in the UK.
Legendary for a reason
The text pages for this brochure are printed on 100% recycled paper. By doing this we’re using less trees & sending less waste to landfills. You can help too, by recycling this brochure when you’re done. Either pass it on to a friend to read, or pop it in your recycling collection. Easy.
LEGENDARY for a reason
Whether you’re looking to organise a group tour to Europe, North America, Central America, South America, Asia, Australia or New Zealand then please have a look at the huge range of tours in our brochures. It is more than likely that at least one of our trips will fit perfectly. As long as you are all 18-35, any date can be reserved exclusively for your group at special reduced rates – perhaps even a free trip for you. If you’re looking for something completely different for your school, university or club then just ask – we’ve been designing and running outstanding special tours for years.
THE ORIGINAL
SINCE ‘62 Celebrating 50 great years. See p.34
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> MEET CÉLINE Ms Cousteau talks oceans, Ghandi, and her family. See p.94
> WHAT’S NEW IN 2012 More shopping, new feature hotels, Easy Pace tours. See p.6
> MASTER CHEF Eugenio’s traditional Carbonara alla Frisio recipe. See p.15
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