Contiki Summer Europe eBrochure 2011-12 – USD by Contiki

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Europe Incl. Britain, Egypt & The Mediterranean 2011\12

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 2010. All rights reserved. Printed in the USA.

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If you’re looking for something completely different for a group of 25 or more, our Custom Groups Department in Europe, America, Asia, Australia and New Zealand have been helping those with specific group travel requirements for years! School and University trips, performance groups, wine tours, culinary tours, ski tours, you name it we’ve done it.

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How to book

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From supplying competitive quotations to helping you plan the best itinerary right down to the last detail, our world-wide team of experts are able to arrange a custom designed vacation or incentive trip to meet the needs of your group. Tel: (866) 652 4483

• Contact your local travel agent, call Contiki at 1-800-CONTIKI

or visit contiki.com to confirm that there’s space on the tour you have chosen. At the same time you can book your hotel accommodation before and/or after your Contiki tour if offered by Contiki.

• At the time of booking, you must pay a non-refundable deposit

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of US$200 per person for first tour and US$200 per person for second and subsequent tours which must be received by Contiki within 3 days. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent.

• Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send you or your travel agent confirmation of the booking details.

• The balance of the reservation must be received by Contiki no

less than 45 days before the departure date, or at the time of booking if less than 45 days before departure. If payment is not received by Contiki we will not be responsible for lost land and air reservations.

• C ontiki will then send your travel documents and

detailed information to you or your travel agent about your vacation.

IMPORTANT By paying the US$200 deposit per person per tour to your travel agent, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on p.139 which make up the contract between you and Contiki.

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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.

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Meet Contiki Experience Europe It’s your Europe For travelers like you Meet the team Bon Appétit Contiki Loves... Includes more Explore more Compare Contiki Savings & Deals Earlybird Savings Only Contiki... Our tour index 5 ways to travel Contiki online Superior Multi-Country Tours From US$144 p/d

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Life changing experiences from US$90 per day.

“ Our team’s sole purpose is to give you the trip of a lifetime.”

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Meet\ Contiki\ Go Contiki & get more - experience everything Europe has to offer, travel hassle free & make friends from around the world. For us, traveling is all about discovering amazing places with a bunch of like-minded people & having a great time doing it. Our goal? To make your trip a life changing adventure. A trip where you discover aweinspiring places & make life-long friends. A trip filled with mind-blowing experiences & unforgettable memories. A trip packed full of local culture, cool places & great people. A trip that will change your view of the world. Travel with us, and we’ll take care of the hard stuff like, transportation, accommodation, most meals & sightseeing, while you do what you came to do – have a killer time. All of this is included in the price of your trip, so when you touch down you know we’ve got your back & you’re in for an awesome vacation. Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a first timer, with a group or going solo (about half our travelers are), one thing’s for sure - our expertise means you get to experience more with less hassle. Contiki began in 1962 as a bunch of friends discovering Europe together. That spirit hasn’t changed much. The legendary Contiki experience lives on - our team will make sure you see the best of Europe, and you’ll get around in super-modern coaches fit for a rock star. Plus, you’ll get tons of included activities & lots of free time to do your own thing. We offer fantastic optional activities you can choose to do too, like a canal cruise in Amsterdam, a cabaret show in Paris, or whitewater rafting in Austria. We’re all travelers who are as passionate about seeing the world as you are & we are just as committed about protecting it with sustainable tourism efforts. (See p.13 for more info).

There’s a whole wide world to explore. Come see it with us. Meet us & other Contiki travelers online: contiki.com/community facebook.com/contiki twitter.com/contiki_us youtube.com/contiki flickr.com/contikivacations http://blog.contiki.com

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You only know when you go...

Rich History\ Diverse Culture\ Amazing Food\ Great People\ Cool Nightlife\ Experience Europe\

We travel for the moments. Some moments are awe inspiring - they make your jaw drop, your eyes widen & your heart beat faster. Like the first time you look up in the Sistine Chapel, or taking your first steps up the Great Pyramids in Egypt. Others are a little more low-key, like learning your first Italian sayings from the locals in Florence, or watching the sun set over the Mediterranean. It’s the diversity that makes Europe special - the rich local cultures, the unique regional food & the amazing characters you meet along the way. It’s about widening your perspective & experiencing new cultures that have a profound impact on your life. And ok, maybe it’s a little bit about the bragging rights back home as well... See contiki.com/europe

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climb the eiffel tower\throw a coin in the trevi fountain\flamenco in barcelona\ swim in the arctic circle\wonder at the colosseum\sing in a german beer hall\ island hop greece\cycle amsterdam\trek the swiss alps\check out the pyramids\ stroll the champs elysees\& many more…

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Go Contiki\

Contiki & UNESCOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s World Heritage sites

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 or find out more at: contiki.com/worldheritagelist

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It’s Europe’s diversity that makes it exceptional & Contiki is no different. Because we’ve been on the road since ’62 we have perfected the art of travel for 18-35s.

Europe your way\ It’s all about you\

No matter how you like to travel, we have trips to suit all tastes. Whether it’s cruising in the Mediterranean or skiing the Alps, a long adventure or a short getaway, going basic for your budget or a deluxe treat, there is a Contiki with your name on it. With 5 different trip styles to choose from there’s one to suit every taste & every budget (you can find out more on p.22).

From your Tour Manager to your Tour Driver & from our customer service team to our locally-based on-site teams, everyone at Contiki has one single focus - to make your Contiki trip the experience of a lifetime. We’re all passionate travelers who live & breathe Europe, so we know how to bring it to life for you. We have the local knowledge to get you off the regular tourist trails & inside the real Europe, while making your trip smooth & hassle free.

Do more for less\ Whether it’s priority access to the Vatican Museums & the top of the Eiffel Tower, exclusive activities like our Chianti wine tasting, Beaujolais countryside picnic or spectacular overnight locations, traveling with Contiki means you are guaranteed to get more included in your trip. Europe is a big place, so we make sure you get to see more of the best bits at no extra cost. We also save you time & money - time because we take the hassle out of getting around Europe & money because our experience means we can get preferential deals. You will be hard pressed to do all that we do for less - take a look at p.18 to see how Contiki stacks up & check our great deals on p.19.

More free time\ The real Europe\

We all travel for different reasons, so on top of all that we include in our tours, we still make sure there’s plenty of “you time”. Whether you use it to explore for yourself or just to relax, you get free time every day. If you are looking for some inspirational things to do, we have a range of Optional Activities to help you get the most out of your trip. See p.16-17 for more info.

Wherever you travel, you want to get the local experience. It may be finding an authentic Greek taverna for lunch in Athens, or having a blast with the locals after dark in Florence - we help you scratch beneath the surface of the countries you visit. Our team spend most of their lives traveling “the Continent”, so we are perfectly placed to give you access to real, local experiences.

Amazing places to stay\ No matter which way you choose to travel, you will have some spectacular places to stay. From our grand château in France, to our picture-perfect gasthof in the Austrian Alps, or a beachside resort in the Greek Islands. Our Special Stopovers, Feature Hotels & Contiki Villages are an event in themselves. Many are exclusive to us & they’re all guaranteed to impress.

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We’ll show you everything you want to see, plus more that you never expected.

Festivals & Events

Europe has some of the most unique and memorable festivals the world has to offer. From Oktoberfest to the Edinburgh Festival, there is always an event happening somewhere. Plan your trip so that it works with a festival or special event (before or after your tour) & don’t forget to check the itinerary to see where you could be spending this New Year’s Eve. Find more ideas at

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For travelers like you\ We know that some of the best experiences you have on the road are not just about the places, but about the people you share them with too. Contiki began as a bunch of friends discovering Europe together. Sharing the good times with like-minded people is still at the heart of everything we do today. Whether you are an experienced traveler or a first time explorer, we have trips to suit. High energy multi-country tours for those who want to experience it all in a short space of time. In-Depth Regional tours for those who want to scratch beneath the surface of a culture. Long stay, short stay, hotels or exclusive places to stay. There is something to suit all tastes & budgets. Not sure where to start? The Tour Genius on the Contiki website will give you some inspiration. See contiki.com/genius for more. On top of all this, we save you time & money. Researching a trip can be fun, but time consuming. Our expertise means that we can get better rates on everything from accommodations to white water rafting, plus priority access to many of Europeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top attractions. Throw our super-efficient road team into the mix & you are set for the travel experience of a lifetime.

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Going solo?

While the majority of our travelers set out solo, one thing is for sure - you never finish a Contiki trip without new friends. Because more than half our travelers go it alone, you are guaranteed to link up with young (18-35 is all we do), adventurous & like-minded travel friends. We don’t charge single supplements for solo travelers. We’ll match you up with a same-sex room-mate, or if you want, you can always opt for the privacy of your own room for a little extra on Superior tours.

First big trip?

Your first big trip away can be a bit daunting, even if you’ve traveled a lot before. That’s where Contiki steps in. From the moment you decide to go, we’re here to help. How do I get a passport? What visas might I need? What do I pack? Give us a call, drop us an email or get online - we’ll answer your questions & give you lots of essential travel tips & advice so you’re ready to start your adventure. When you travel with us, you’ll receive an exclusive Contiki-only Travelers Guide filled with tons of essential pre-trip info too. This travel must-have gives you tips on the destinations you’re headed to, ideas on what to pack, currency information, other cool ideas for your free time, some essential local lingo, plus lots more.

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Meet the team\ The Contiki Difference\ What’s cooler than going to Europe? Having someone to make sure you have a good time, that’s what. Our team’s sole purpose is to look after all the details & make your trip the time of your life. With our Tour Managers, Tour Drivers & team of nearly 100 Contiki on-site staff throughout Europe, there’s always a reliable friend at hand to make everything easy & show you the cool local sights. Your dedicated Tour Manager is like an on-road guidebook. They’re not just passionate travelers, they’re professionals too. We’ve plucked the best of the bunch & sent them on the toughest training trip in the industry to ensure they are able to make the cut for our tours. In fact, we’ve written the book on training. That means they’ve done the hard work, are packed full of knowledge & are ready to share it all with you. They take care of all the details so everything runs smoothly & will organize a sightseeing tour or orientation walk in every place you stop. Your trusty Tour Drivers are the same, they’ve trained hard to make sure they’ll get you where you need to go without any hassle. You can sit back & relax knowing that choosing to go Contiki means that strange road signs, narrow streets & finding the hotel is never your problem. One thing you only get with Contiki is our on-site team for our Budget tours. We’ve got nearly 100 staff members living throughout Europe at our exclusive Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers. Because they live on-site, they’re great for local knowledge - they know the areas like the back of their hands. They’re there to make your stay the best it can be. And to top it off, we use expert local guides in many locations to give our travelers that essential insider perspective. We lead, the others follow.

Meet Kate, Shona, Pat (Tour Manager), Alice, Sally & Baxter the dog at Contiki’s French Chateau. They’re part of our expert on-site teams throughout Europe.

Contiki London Team\ The Basement

London is such a buzzing city, it is sometimes hard to know where to begin - don’t worry, the Contiki Basement & our expert team are ready to help. The Contiki Basement is our London tour departure point, located right in the heart of the city (see p.136 for a map). It’s where your kick-start tour meetings are held & it’s a great starting point for getting to know London & meeting other Contiki buddies. Plus, you can use it for everything from storing your bags & checking your emails, to picking the brains of our expert on-site team. Think of them as your personal concierge - they’ll help you find the best stuff to see & do in London plus help you book day trips, theater & gig tickets & tons more.

Stay longer in London? Lots of our tours start & finish in London. So if you need accommodations, we can help. We have great rates at 2 hotels (Royal National or Imperial hotels). Both are in central London near to cool West End theaters, bars & shops. If these hotels are full, we’ll book you at the President, Bedford or Tavistock hotels (they’re just as good & just as central). See p.138 for details & prices. Booking tips: • Plan ahead & book with your tour. • Want to share with a friend? You need to book at the same time. • Going solo? We’ll get you a room-mate (same sex) for a twin or triple share. • We can’t book double beds. • Check-in available from 2pm. • See p.139 for our cancellation policy. Check-out our London Explorer packages too – see p.133 for more. To find out more go to contiki.com/staylonger

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Scan to watch Mark, Tour Manager: “I took 12 months off work to travel the world & during that time I did the Ultimate European tour. My Tour Manager said I should apply for a job & that’s what planted the seed. I love that my office is somewhere new everyday, I get to meet people from all over the globe & share their experiences.” Shona, on-site team: “I did a tour in 2008 & I applied the following year. When I was traveling I saw the on-site teams & thought “I want to do that”. The best thing about my job is meeting new people every day - I see how excited they are & it reminds me of my first trip to Europe.”

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When you’re traveling with Contiki it’s not just about being on a coach - you’ll see Europe from all angles. We mix it up with included flights, ferries, trains & cruise ships too. Traveling on our Contiki coaches is more than just a way to get around - it’s a social event. You’re never short of friends to hang out with - it’s a great place to check out the views. They’re ultra comfy too, so it’s a great place to relax in style - listen to music or curl up in your reclining seat & chill. We’re always stopping at great spots on the trip, many of which you’d miss if you traveled any other way. You can also charge your phone, camera or iPod on board, plus these plush, air-conditioned coaches are environmentally friendly. See p.13 for more. What’s even better about our coaches is that they’re easy & hassle free. We get you where you need to be, drop you right at your door & unload your bags so you can hit the ground running.

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ravel is all about exploring & there’s no better place to try tons of different food than in Europe. On every tour (except one) you’ll get breakfast every day & about half your evening meals. We don’t include every meal (especially lunches) for a reason. Here’s why - we keep meal times flexible to give you more independence & a chance to go local, while having the freedom & flexibility to suit your budget too.

On our Budget tours, our expert on-site teams buy tasty, fresh food from local markets each day. You’ll get delicious, quality food that’s often unique to the places you’re visiting, like fondue in Switzerland & chicken parmigana in Rome.

Buttery croissants like only the French can do. Spicy paella made fresh in Barcelona. Pizza done the authentic way in Rome... It’s all about tantalizing your taste buds in Europe.…

Bon Appétit

On our Superior In-Depth Regional tours, we’ve included some extra special meals at local restaurants in the tour price, so you’ll really get a taste for the places you visit. Think moussaka & halva in a Greek taverna, bruschetta & penne arrabiata in Florence & tasty tapas in Barcelona, to name a few. For more info, see p.52-53. On many of our Explore More optional nights out you’ll also get a chance to live like a local – feasting in the Tuscan hills whilst sipping Chianti, indulging in meze in Istanbul or trying traditional bratwurst in a German beer hall are just a few authentic local options to enjoy. No matter what your tastes (or even your dietary requirement - just tell your Tour Manager at the start of your tour), you’ll love what we have to serve up.

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Oceans\ Oceans cover 71% of the Earth’s surface. The oceans of the world form the largest habitat on earth, supporting the greatest variety of life.

At Contiki we love the ocean, whether we are relaxing on a cruise, hopping from one beautiful island to another or simply taking a dip. We know just how important the oceans are & through our projects around the world – from the Mesoamerican Reef, the world’s second largest reef, to the Mediterranean Sea or the beachfronts in Thailand – we are working hard to protect them.

Our Foundation. We’re founding partners of the non-profit The Travel Corporation Conservation Foundation. Our Foundation has committed 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 4,942,107 acres of forest in Brazil, supported the World Wildlife Fund’s work with indigenous sustainable tourism in Australia, plus much more). 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. For the full story & more details about the projects we’ve done & our plans for the future visit contiki.com/responsibletravel Taking care of the environment doesn’t need to stop when you travel – you can help look out for the planet wherever you are. Stuff like re-using your drink bottle, using less packaging, recycling or simply turning off your TV are really simple ways we can all help to lessen our environmental impact. For some tips & hints about what you can do visit contiki.com/responsibletravel

Our coaches. We want you to see the world. But we also want to look after it. In Europe, coach is by far the most carbon efficient way to travel. Our modern, airconditioned coaches are some of the best in Europe & we make sure they’re fuel efficient & exceed Europe’s strict fuel emission regulations.

Carbon Emissions Grid METHOD OF TRAVEL

KILOGRAMS OF C02 PER PASSENGER MILE

Car Air Rail Coach

0.3331 kgs 0.1330 kgs 0.0860 kgs 0.0483 kgs

Source DEFRA (UK Dept for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) Greenhouse Gas (ghg) conversion figures August 2010 http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/business/reporting/conversion-factors.htm

Want to reduce your carbon footprint even more? You’ll find links on our website for how to offset. For more see: contiki.com/responsibletravel

Recycling. This brochure you’re holding in your hot little hands is not only filled with awesome trips & cool stuff to do, it’s also good for the planet. At Contiki we’re committed to using 100% recycled paper for our brochure pages, 95% of which is post consumer waste (that’s litter to you & me). In simple terms, between Contiki & our Travel Corporation sister companies we’re saving over 70,609 trees* a year. Using recycled paper means we’re using less trees, sending less waste to landfills & consuming 20% less energy refining the fiber to make the paper. The paper is multi-forest certified – with the seal of approval from the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), PEFC (Program for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) & a Blue Angel Certification too. Plus, the paper making process used to produce our paper is chlorine free, meaning less dioxins are released into our waterways. On top of all this a super efficient filtration process means the paper mill returns the water back to the environment cleaner than when it came in. For more ways that we’re helping to look after our planet visit contiki.com/responsibletravel * Calculations provided by the Environmental Defense Fund

Learn more at: www.thetravelcorporation.com/ foundation

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Only Contiki... Includes more\ So you’ve worked hard to save & are ready to see Europe. To guarantee you get the most out of your trip, we’ve packed in lots of inclusions. They’re the things you can’t wait to see like The Vatican & the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Traveling is about seeing, touching & tasting the places you visit. It’s about getting the most out of your vacation (& your money), getting up close to Europe’s must-see sights & having a great time along the way. Wherever you are, we’ll line up trips to monuments, cycling tours & pay some entry fees. Plus, we even get you in faster, so you have more time to see & discover. But it’s not just about checking off your list when you travel with us. Only Contiki includes a bunch of exclusive experiences & cool Contiki-only Special Stopovers (plus tons more) so look out for them beside the map on the tour pages. And there’s even more value with Contiki—there’s no extra cost if you’re traveling solo & if you want a little privacy then you always have the option of your own room on Superior for a little extra. Whichever way you choose to travel, we hook you up with some special places to stay. There are great, comfortable cabins at our Contiki Villages & exclusive experiences at our Special Stopovers, not to mention stays at some of the most spectacular Feature Hotels, all included for you. Great regional food is one of the highlights of any European trip. We include more special meals & still give you plenty of time to seek out & discover the best local cuisine for yourself. Check out our In-Depth Regional tours for even more included local cuisine.

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EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL STOPOVERS

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ENJOY TONS OF INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS WITH CONTIKI

Wine tasting at our ChÂteau

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WALKING TOUR OF FLORENCE

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.

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VISIT BLARNEY CASTLE

When in Paris... 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 Parisian’s down the famous Champs Elysees. You’ll wonder at the stunning architecture of the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre & of course the unmissable Eiffel Tower.

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Explore More\ Do more with your free time\ Vacations shouldn’t be about following a rigid schedule. On our tours, the only things fixed are your destinations. Want to go exploring? Want to chill out, relax & take it easy? It’s up to you. Free time means time to do spontaneous stuff too, like shop, check out a gallery, people watch or simply sit back in the sun & soak up some rays. All our trips are planned to ensure you have tons of free time so you can choose to do what you want. It’s about flexibility - while giving you a load of awesome optional stuff to do too. As well as all our included highlights & essential sightseeing – we’ve hand picked plenty of exciting Explore More optionals at negotiated great prices that we’ll organize all for you, so you can get even more out of your free time. Feel the adrenalin rush as you paraglide in the Tyrol, sun seek on a Corfu cruise, reach new heights on a Swiss mountain cable-car or treat yourself at a Turkish bathhouse.

01 Tandem Paragliding, Tyrol 02 The Moulin Rouge, Paris 03 Take it easy in your free time

NB. 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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Go for it & create your own adventure.

bungy jumping\classical concert in vienna\rhine valley wine tasting in historic cellar\schnaps museum & tasting\cog-railway ride up a mountain\island cruise & swimming\caique boat cruise in corfu\gondola ride in venice\paris cabaret show & dinner\parasailing & waterskiing\greek dancing\spanish flamenco show\guided tour of ancient rome\whitewater rafting in austria\belly dancing\amsterdam canal boat cruise\dinner in turkey\bobsled ride\zorbing\and many moreâ&#x20AC;Ś To find Explore More choices, look for the orange panel on the bottom of every tour page.

For a full list of optional activities for each tour go to: contiki.com/exploremore

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When you travel with Contiki you see more, get more & save more too. The result? You can do even more cool stuff. We’ve compared a typical day traveling on your own to a day on Contiki. You can’t do all we do for cheaper, see for yourself.

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* Prices & exchange rates validated at 3rd September, 2010 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 15 days Road to Rome p.38-39 & 12 day European Horizon p.100-101.

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Pay Early\

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Save up to US$329 on your tour if you book & pay 12 months before you leave, or save up to US$295 on your tour if you book & pay six months before you leave. See the tour page to find out your pay early discount.

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The facts: All these discounts apply to the land tour price (ie: not flights). You can combine group discounts, multi tour discounts & early payment discounts on tours of 8 days or longer.

Refer a Friend

Earn a US$100 gift card when your friends travel & they’ll receive a US$100 optional activity voucher to use on their trip! Trip must be 8 days or longer.

Single Traveler Savings

If traveling alone, share a room with another Contiki traveler on a same sex, twin-room basis (non-smoking). On our Superior tours, if you prefer your own room , we have cost-effective single supplements available. See each tour itinerary for details.

US$20 Million Customer Protection

As part of Contiki’s commitment to providing our customers with peace of mind & a secure travel experience, we have provided First Horizons Merchant services (our credit card processor), with a letter of credit of over US$20million to underwrite all credit card transactions that are placed with Contiki. Advance bookings with either Visa or Mastercard are covered by this commitment. See more on p.137

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We can make booking your tour even easier. Contiki can make your flight arrangements from almost anywhere in the United States. Best prices We guarantee to offer you the best airfare we Complete flexibility Contiki has a 7 day

have available to suit your Contiki tour on the day you book. There are excellent prices for scheduled flights on some of the world’s top airlines.

Lots of choice We work with a range of major airline

grace period where you can make as many amendments as you need free of charge. We’ll also customize your itinerary to meet your travel needs*. Flexible payment conditions are a huge bonus - reserve your flight now & pay later when you pay for your tour**.

Great service Contiki’s specialist agents do the hard work for you to make sure your tour & flights work in together – too easy.

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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.

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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 traveler, going solo or with a group, you will find your perfect trip with Contiki.

Our team is the biggest, the best trained & the most committed to delivering amazing experiences, especially for 18-35s. When it comes to crew, we lead. Also, 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. Not forgetting our exclusive Feature Hotels offering authentic local experiences.

Exceptional eats Nobody does food like Contiki. Wherever you travel you can expect the best of regional European cuisine. From unique local meals on our In-Depth Regional Superior tours, to market-fresh home cooking on our Budget trips, get your taste buds ready for our legendary culinary delights.

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More free time Our Tour Managers manage all the details (not you!) so you’ll get the most from your trip. You’ll have tons of free time to explore on your own if you want. We’ve also organized a whole lot of amazing optional activities for you to try if you choose & we got you the best rates available.

The experience of a lifetime What does all this add up to? The most amazing travel experience, tailored specifically for you.

Contiki endeavors to offer the best airfare available at the time of booking. All airfares are subject to availability. * As long as you are booking outside of 45 days & air has not been ticketed. ** Fuel surcharges & taxes on airfare are not guaranteed until full payment for flights are received.

We live & breathe Europe. We’ve been doing what we do longer than anyone else, no one knows Europe like us. Our experience means that you get the most amazing, authentic, life changing experiences for 18-35s.

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Book 2 Contiki tours (of 10 days or more) at the same time. Save US$100 on your total booking. You can pick any Contiki tour as your second (or third !) – continue your vacation in Europe or consider North America, Asia, New Zealand or Australia.

partners, to make sure we can offer you the best available airfares & flight departure times to suit you. Our partners operate out of most US gateways & give you access to over 20 fantastic European destinations.

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The facts: All these discounts apply to the land tour price (ie: not flights). You can combine group discounts, multi tour discounts & early payment discounts on tours of 8 days or longer.

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Earn a US$100 gift card when your friends travel & they’ll receive a US$100 optional activity voucher to use on their trip! Trip must be 8 days or longer.

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have available to suit your Contiki tour on the day you book. There are excellent prices for scheduled flights on some of the world’s top airlines.

Lots of choice We work with a range of major airline

Great service Contiki’s specialist agents do the hard work for you to make sure your tour & flights work in together – too easy.

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Multi-Country Europe

In-Depth Regional Europe

INTRODUCING Page SUPERIOR TOURS............ 24-25

ROAD TO ATHENS plus CRUISES Days From Page 23 / 27...........US$3149*....... 38-39

ITALIAN ESPRESSO Days From Page 9....................US$1169........ 64-65

EUROPEAN INSPIRATION Days From Page 21..................US$2499........ 42-43

mediterranean trail plus GREEK ISLAND CRUISES Days From Page 14 / 18...........US$1915*....... 67

EUROPEAN VISTA Days From Page 23..................US$2745........ 44-45

EUROPEAN EXPLORER Days From Page 35..................US$5599*....... 48-49

EUROPEAN ENCOUNTER Days From Page 18..................US$2185........ 36-37

SPANISH SPREE Days From Page 15..................US$1599........ 70-71 EGYPT & THE NILE Days From Page 9....................US$1095........ 72-73

Scotland & IRELAND Days From Page 14..................US$2025........ 54 ENGLAND & SCOTLAND Days From Page 10 / 11...........US$1135........ 55 ireland Days From Page 9....................US$1179........ 56 scotland Days From Page 7....................US$965........... 57

LONDON, PARIS & AMSTERDAM Days From Page 10..................US$1435........ 61

LONDON & PARIS Days From Page 8 / 10.............US$999........... 60-61

GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND Days From Page 18..................US$2389........ 58-59

LONDON, PARIS & ROME Days From Page 11..................US$1619........ 61 SIMPLY ITALY Days From Page 13..................US$1589........ 62-63

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INTRODUCING Page WINTER TOURS................. 90-91

ABOUT BUDGET Page ACCOMMODATION........... 98-99

WINTER WANDERER Days From Page 26..................US$3185........ 92-93

EUROPEAN HORIZON Days From Page 12.................. US$1399......... 100-101 EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS Days From Page 16.................. US$1899......... 102-103 EUROPEAN WHIRL Days From Page 20.................. US$2379......... 104-105

EUROPEAN CONTRASTS Days From Page 31.................. US$3789......... 112-113 EUROPEAN ADVENTURER Days From Page 39.................. US$4949......... 114-116

berlin, prague & vienna Days From Page 10..................US$1159........ 75 berlin TO BUDAPEST Days From Page 12..................US$1349........ 76 berlin & prague Days From Page 8....................US$915........... 77 vienna & budapest Days From Page 6....................US$755........... 77

LONDON to ATHENS + GREEK ISLAND HOPPING Days From Page 35..................US$4319........ 119

EASTERN ROAD Days From Page 13..................US$1729........ 78-79

LONDON to ROME Days From Page 18..................US$2299........ 119

CROATIAN ISLAND CRUISING Days From Page 10..................US$945*......... 80-81

ULTIMATE EUROPEAN + greek island hopping Days From Page 47.................. US$6059......... 122-123

LONDON to ATHENS Days From Page 23.................. US$3029......... 117-118

ULTIMATE EUROPEAN + EGYPT OPTION Days From Page 47..................US$6525........ 123 GREEK ISLAND ADVENTURER Days From Page 10.................. US$1265......... 124-125

AEGEAN CLASSIC & GOLDEN FLEECE CRUISES Days From Page 7 / 10.............US$659*......... 86-87

SCANDINAVIA & RUSSIA Days From Page 27.................. US$4085......... 126-127

Eastern med. cruisING Days From Page 10..................US$1175*....... 88

SCANDINAVIA Days From Page 15 / 17.......... US$2225......... 128-129

MYKONOS & ISLAND CRUISING Days From Page 9....................US$1295*....... 89

RUSSIA Days From Page 13 / 15.......... US$1845......... 130-131

* Prices exclude compulsory port taxes & gratuities, please see tour pages for more.

PLUS SEE: As these tours also run throughout the winter.

Not all travelers are the same. We’ve all got different budgets, we want to see different things & stay in different places. So we keep it flexible & give you 5 great tour styles so you can vacation your way.

Superior Multi-Country Tours\

Great comfort at a great price is what our Superior tours are all about. You’ll stay twin-share in city hotels near the sights with lots of little extras & home comforts like in-suite bathrooms, TVs & WiFi. We’ve also hand-picked some extra special places to stay too, our Feature Hotels. Imagine a château in France, a hotel nestled in the Swiss Alps, a Greek island beach resort & a Roman villa with panoramic views. Just kick off your shoes & relax. See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 24-51.

EUROPEAN SPIRIT Days From Page 23.................. US$2779......... 108-109 EUROPEAN ESCAPADE Days From Page 27.................. US$3225......... 110-111

SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE + CRUISING Days From Page 5 / 9 / 13.......US$789*......... 84-85

SKI AUSTRIA Days From Page 7 / 14.............US$499........... 94-95

EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE Days From Page 22.................. US$2595......... 106-107

TURKEY & GREEK ISLAND ODYSSEY Days From Page 11..................US$1435*....... 74

GREEK ISLAND HOPPING Days From Page 14..................US$1915........ 82-83

From US$64/day

INTRODUCING Page BUDGET TOURS................ 96-97

In-Depth Regional Europe

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From US$117/day

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INTRODUCING Page IN-DEPTH TOURS.............. 52-53

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MEDITERRANEAN highlights Days From Page 14..................US$1659........ 68-69

EUROPEAN PANORAMA Days From Page 30..................US$4555........ 46-47

BEST OF EUROPE Days From Page 11 / 14...........US$2119........ 34-35

ROAD TO ATHENS / ROAD TO ROME Days From Page 19 / 15...........US$2155........ 38-39

MEDITERRANEAN trail Days From Page 11..................US$1615........ 66-67

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EUROPEAN DISCOVERY Days From Page 14..................US$1755........ 32-33

EUROPEAN IMPRESSIONS Days From Page 20..................US$2899........ 40-41

Budget

AMSTERDAM to BARCELONA Days From Page 12..................US$1975........ 30-31

EUROPEAN MAGIC Days From Page 11..................US$1359........ 28-29

ABOUT SUPERIOR Page ACCOMMODATION........... 26-27

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More ways to travel INTRODUCING MORE Page WAYS TO TRAVEL............. 132 london explorer Days From Page 3 / 5...............US$259........... 133 corfu explorer Days From Page 4....................US$135........... 133 amsterdam new year Days From Page 4....................US$370........... 134 paris new year Days From Page 4....................US$499........... 134 EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO Days From Page 4....................US$435........... 135 Easter in Amsterdam Days From Page 4....................US$335........... 135 MUNICH OKTOBERFEST Days From Page 5 / 7...............US$385........... 135

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Our In-Depth Regional tours are about really going local & getting to the heart of the places you visit, but with the same great standard of accommodation as our Multi-Country Superior tours above. With tons of 2 & 3 night stops, you can explore destinations in-depth, find out what really makes these regions tick & meet more locals along the way. We also include some extra special local meals too, so you can experience authentic cuisine at some of our favorite local restaurants – like tapas in Barcelona, French cuisine in Nice & a traditional Greek dinner in Athens. See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 52-89.

Budget Tours\

Our Budget tours are all about mixing it up & giving you a taste of all the accommodation that Europe offers - cabins, hostels & hotels. You’ll also get to stay at our exclusive Contiki-only Special Stopovers like our French château, our Swiss chalet & our Austrian gasthof - all with our Contiki on-site teams. Simple one night, a hotel upgrade the next, that’s Budget. See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 96-131.

Winter Tours & Ski\ Traveling in Europe isn’t just about the summer. We’ve got lots of tours during the winter months too. There are tons of reasons to travel in winter, so beat the crowds & explore Europe in the snow. We’ve also got 2 cool ski & snowboarding packages in Austria at the Worlds #1 ski resort, which are perfect for a real European winter break. See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 90-95.

Festivals & Events\ Ringing in the New Year in Europe is a must do, as are our many festivals & special events like Oktoberfest & the Edinburgh Tattoo. We’ve got it all covered. See opposite for a full list or find out more on pages 132-135.