TRAVEL FOR 18 - 35 YEAR OLDS
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SHOT BY CONTIKI TRAVELLER @DANIELLEGRASSO TOP OF THE ROCK, NYC, USA
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UNDER CANVAS GLAMPING, ZION NATIONAL PARK, USA DO IT ON: GRAND NORTHERN P.40 & NORTHERN ADVENTURE P.44
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WHAT’S NEW Beautiful destinations, new group sizes, & unique places to sleep MO R E T H A N J US T A ROA D TR I P When young people meet and bond over a shared love of travel, something magical happens. That’s what travelling with Contiki is all about. Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and you guys are the most important part of everything we do. This is road tripping your way, with all the fun & none of the hassle.
LUX E G L A M P I N G Bunk down in Zion National Park & the Great Smoky Mountains in the luxe safari tents of Under Canvas, exclusive to Contiki. You’ll wake up each morning refreshed, in a proper bed, with proper linen, surrounded by towering pines and sounds of songbirds. At night, trade tales around the campfire under the stars. See more on p.14.
INCLUDED INTERNAL FLIGHTS
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IT’S ABOUT THE JOURNEY We love how eco-friendly our coaches are, & we’ve made lifelong pals on the road, but we also know when to take speedy internal flights to get you to the next adventure as quickly as possible. See more on p.17.
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We’ve got 3 brand new trips, designed to make the most out of America’s amazing National Parks
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK@ TAHLSBROOKE
ALASKA
G E T C LOS E R TO N AT U R E Our adventures to Alaska, Yosemite & the Southwestern National Parks of the USA allow you to camp in and explore some of the most beautiful national parks on the planet. Unwind with the ultimate digital detox and leave the chaos of the world behind (you can upload your best pics to the ‘gram later). See more on p.58, p.64 & p.65.
G RO U P S I ZE We have a variety of group sizes available for the best experience in the places we visit: Our new trips Grand Alaska p.58, Mighty Yosemite p.64, & Southwest National Parks p.65 all have a max of 15 people. While our new & improved trips; California Dreamin’ p.50, Pacific Northwest Trail p.56, Boot Scoot n’ Blues p.36, Southern Soul p.38, & Southern Stars p.39 have a max of 30 people.
LOS ANGELES, USA @SPAMSFIELD
NEON GRAVEYARD, VEGAS, @KAYHACH
F LE X I B LE T R AV E L We know how important flexibility is when you travel. We want your trip to be absolutely perfect for you, which is why our west coast adventures allow you to end in Vegas or L.A. Your trip, your rules. See more on p.30, p.40, & p.44.
ALASKA
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ANCHORAGE
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NEW TRIPS
NORTHWEST TERRITORIES
PORTLAND
CALIFORNIA DREAMIN’ The one that dreams of Californiacation, exploring the sun-soaked hotspots of the West Coast 7 days
TERRITORY
Home of hipsters, coffee houses, & micro-breweries galore; you won’t want to leave, see p.56
ALASKA
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Glaciers, & mountains, & a bear or two, see p.58
GRAND ALASKA The one that takes a hike on the wild side, as you camp in Alaska’s sprawling national parks on an unforgettable adventure 12 days
BRITISH COLUMBIA
ALBERTA
p.58 Mt. Robson
PACIFIC NORTHWEST TRAIL 9 days
JASPER Columbia Icefield
KAMLOOPS
The one that takes you from the Golden Gates of San Fran to the hipster vibes of Portland & Seattle
Lake Louise WHISTLER
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BANFF
VERNON
SOUTHERN STARS The one that journeys from New Orleans to Atlanta & sleeps Under Canvas in the Great Smoky Mountains 10 days
SEATTLE
WASHINGTON
p.39 ASTORIA Cannon Beach
PORTLAND Multnomah Falls Mt Hood
BIG SUR
OREGON
Where even the waterfalls splash into the bright blue sea, see p.50 @nicksmannequin
BEST FOR... SM A L L E R G ROUPS
Southern Stars p.39 10 days Grand Northern p.40 24 days Northern Adventure p.44 12 days
Grand Alaska p.58 12 days Pacific Northwest Trail p.56 9 days California Dreamin’ p.50 7 days
G OI N G OF F GRI D
M OR E C H OI CE
Mighty Yosemite 4 days p.64 Grand Alaska p.58 12 days Southwest National Parks p.65 4 days
Boot, Scoot ‘n’ Blues 15 days p.36 Southern Adventure (rev) p.32 13 days Best of USA p.26 13 days
p.64 p.65 p.70 p.38 p.42 p.50
IDAHO
HAWAII
Yellowstone N.P. CODY Grand Teton N.P.
WYOMING
NEVADA SALT LAKE CITY
BIG SUR
SAN FRANCISCO Yosemite N.P. BASS LAKE
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Utha Lake ZION N.P.
Bryce Canyon N.P.
DURANGO Monument Valley LAS KANAB Lake Powell VEGAS ANTELOPE CANYON Mojave Desert Route 66 SAN LUIS OBISPO Grand Canyon N.P. Pismo Beach GRAND CANYON Santa Monica LOS ANGELES Santa Fe Venice ARIZONA ALBUQUERQUE Sedona
CALIFORNIA
SAN DIEGO
A MONTH OFF
BACK IN 2 WEEKS
MONTANA
JACKSON
WAIKIKI
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Mighty Yosemite 4 days Southwest National Parks 4 days New York Explorer 3/5 days Southern Soul 8 days North by North East 13 days California Dreamin’ 7 days
CALGARY
VANCOUVER
Grand Southern 26 days Grand Northern 24 days Wild Western 14 days Eastern Discovery 14 days Grand Canadian 20/22 days Best of USA 13 days
p.28 p.40 p.46 p.34 p.62 p.26
Sonoran Desert
PHOENIX
EVERY ONE OF OUR TRIPS HAS A UNIQUE HASHTAG Check the hashtag on trip pages and let the Contiki alumni inspire your next USA or Canadian adventure.
NEW MEXICO
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VA N C O U V E R
WE’VE GOT
See the world from a higher perspective, Vancouver, Canada, see p.60 @char_la_vie
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MANITOBA
SASKATCHEWAN
CANADA
QUEBEC
ONTARIO
QUEBEC CITY
VERMONT
NEW HAMPSHIRE
MINNESOTA MICHIGAN
WISCONSIN
TORONTO
MADISON Milwaukee
IOWA
NEBRASKA
Piladelphia
CHICAGO
INDIANA
ILLINOIS
ORADO
USA
KANSAS
OHIO
MARYLAND
W.VIRGINIA
RICHMOND
VIRGINIA
ORLANDO N.CAROLINA
NASHVILLE
ARKANSAS
AMARILLO
MEMPHIS
Little Rock
MISSISSIPPI TEXAS
ALABAMA
Jackson
ASHEVILLE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS ATLANTA S.CAROLINA
GEORGIA SAVANNAH
LOUISIANA ST. AUGUSTINE
PANAMA CITY BEACH AUSTIN
NEW ORLEANS HOUSTON
SAN ANTONIO
ORLANDO
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KENTUCKY
OKLAHOMA
OVERNIGHT STOPS CONTIKI SPECIAL STAYS PLACES WE VISIT
New Haven
WASHINGTON DC
MIS ISSOURI
TENNESSEE
UT RI
ECTIC
CONN
PENNSYLVANIA
CLEVELAND
BOSTON SETTS
MASSACHU
NEW YORK
Niagara Falls MT. RUSHMORE Badlands N.P. Custer State Park SIOUX FALLS
Bright lights, big city. It’s New York baby! see p.70 @rileymayflyaway
NEW JERSEY
SOUTH DAKOTA
NEW YORK
MAINE
MONTREAL
NORTH DAKOTA
It’s Doh!-nut time at Disneyland in Orlando, see p.72 @micaelapennesi
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WAYS TO TRAVEL GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE, SAN FRANCISCO, USA @DAVIDJSAYAH
Travel experiences created with you in mind.
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Our different travel styles are all about giving you choice. Whether you want to see as much as possible, or spend time getting to know a place, we have the perfect way for you to see the USA & Canada. No matter the style, every trip with us delivers value without compromise.
We’ve got 2 ways to travel in the USA & Canada: DISC OVERER SEE IT ALL, DO IT ALL
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS, LOS ANGELES, USA @GINARACHELE
WHISTLER, CANADA
If you’re a dreamer, explorer and bucket-list ticker, our Discoverer trips are for you. The perfect travel style for those looking for equal parts iconic sights and local experiences, these trips will take
you from the heights of the Empire State Building to the depths of the Grand Canyon, experiencing good old fashioned Southern hospitality and European-infused Quebec in between.
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER GO LOCAL
group size Our group sizes on trip vary for the best experience in every destination, whether it’s a full crew for city adventures, max 30 people for convenient internal flights, or an intimate bunch of max 15 to explore the nooks & crannies of Alaska & America’s National Parks. See trip pages & contiki.com for all the details.
Our In-Depth Explorer trips are the perfect way to uncover a region in all its glory. Built around local experiences, regional tastes and a more chilled pace, get to know places like the East Coast, Alaska, the Pacific Northwest or
the best parts of Canada, just like a local would. More time in each destination and loads of free time means every day is a new adventure in which the memories come thick and fast.
Plus, check out our other SKI & SNOWBOARD awesome ways to travel. Fresh air & fresher powder calling your name? The snowy runs of Lake Tahoe, Whistler & Banff are waiting. See p.66 for more.
SHORT STAYS For life’s moments. Spend a sparkly NYE in NYC & ring in the new year with a bang. See p.69 for more.
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EXPERIENCE IT YOUR WAY Make every moment count –– building your dream trip is what our experiences are all about. Travel is about the places you visit, but it’s what you do in that destination that really makes the difference. You want to be amazed. You want to connect to a culture. You want to do something utterly incredible; something you never even knew was possible. So that’s how we’ve designed our experiences. Iconic, unique and unexpected, take your pick and create a trip that is bespoke to you, and your budget. We split our experiences into two groups – Included Experiences and Free Time Add-Ons.
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES These are experiences included in the cost of your trip, because if trying deep dish pizza in Chicago, or cruising to Niagara Falls aren’t North American essentials, we don’t know what is...
FREE TIME ADD-ONS Want to do something memorable with your free time? Take your pick from our menu of awesome add-ons available to buy once you’re on your trip. We have heaps of options every day, so whether taking a helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon or learning how to make gumbo is more your style, you can take on the USA and Canada your way.
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active ZIPLINE OVER THE MAJESTIC CREEKS AND FORESTS OF WHISTLER WHISTLER, CANADA
Soar through the forest on a high-wire adventure. Twist & turn through old-growth trees & over snow-lined creeks. This ziplining tour is a high-octane way to soak in Whistler’s unique panoramic views, plus you’ll learn about the area’s beautiful ecology and varied wildlife. DO IT ON GRAND CANADIAN, P.62
DO MORE: Walk through the sweeping curves of the canyons of Zion National Park with included entry, USA Float up to creaking Glaciers on a sea kayaking tour in Alaska, USA
Look out for the Included Experiences and Free Time Add-On icons on trip pages to see what you will experience on each trip.
Head out on a bike and zoom around Chi-Town on a bike tour, Chicago, USA
#NOREGRETS: 1. Jeep ride through Sedona Desert, Sedona, USA @emily_jane_o; 2. Run through Monument Valley like Forrest Gump,USA @kaycee_shingles; 3. Smash the best slice of New York Pizza ever, NYC, New York, USA @eatingupwiththehannashians; 4. Feel the wind in your hair dog sledding, Durango Colorado USA @_thisiscamilla; 5. Serious thrills zooming around Paradise Park, Los Angeles @ryannichols888; 6. You are never too old to love Disney, Orlando, USA @maddwood
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It’s important. Time to discover on your own, to get off the beaten path and hunt down those out-of-the-way experiences. Even time to get lost. We organize a bunch of stuff, but we also know having time to yourself is super important. All of our trips include loads of free time each day, giving you the freedom to do your own thing.
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local INDULGE IN AN AUTHENTIC CUBAN FEAST IN MIAMI MIAMI, USA
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food TAKE A BITE OUT OF THE BIG APPLE ON A NYC FOOD C ART TOUR NEW YORK CITY, USA
Cuban influence oozes out of the vibrant streets of this Florida gem, so it’s only right you indulge in an authentic Cuban meal with some local legends. Mojitos, Cubano sandwiches, tacos and fresh fish, eat until you can’t move, then salsa dance it off.
Munch your way around Manhattan’s best food carts: tasting classics like American hot dogs, pretzels, giant pizza slices & authentic dim sum, passing iconic landmarks on the way. There’s no better way to discover the flavours and cultures of the melting pot that is New York City.
DO IT ON BEST OF USA, P.26
DO IT ON THE BEST OF USA, P.26
EXPERIENCE MORE:
TASTE MORE:
culture MARVEL AT THE UNESC O LISTED GRAND C ANYON ARIZONA, USA
Hike along the south rim of this UNESCO-listed natural wonder, cycle through the dramatic scenery, take an included helicopter or bike ride, and watch a spine-tingling sunset from the rim. DO IT ON SOUTHERN ADVENTURE, P.32
LEARN MORE:
Check out a local baseball game in San Francisco, USA
Half pie, half pizza - try the iconic deep dish pizza, Chicago, USA
Get a taste of the French influence with a Beignet & a cafe-au-lait, New Orleans, USA
Hop on & off the subway like you’re a local, with an included pass, NYC, USA
Pay homage to true Americana: Try the Corn Dog at the corn palace, South Dakota, USA
Watch a mind-bending display at the Cirque du Soleil, Las Vegas, USA
Zoom around the Bayou on an Airboat Swamp tour in New Orleans, USA
Bewitchingly good, try the donuts at Voodoo Donuts, Portland, USA
Visit the home of The King, Elvis himself at Graceland, Memphis, USA
Important: Free Time Add-On activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators and on occasion, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities and be aware that some of our add-ons can be physically demanding and may involve some risk.
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If you agree that to travel is to eat, you’ve come to the right place. Foodie friends, welcome to Munch. Munch is our food philosophy and sums up everything we think about food. With enough included for easy (& tasty) experiences when you need feeding quickly, & enough freedom for you to create your own foodie odyssey, this is what it’s all about: –– It’s included breakfast almost every day, plus a few included lunches and dinners at great local restaurants so there’s no hunting for a place to eat after big days exploring –– It’s our eclectic range of foodie centric inclusions, like a
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cooking class & market tours, plus a bunch of Free Time Add-On experiences, like a tour of NYC’s best food carts or a brewery tour in Toronto, so your trip is your own –– Plus, it’s our Trip Managers’ overflowing little black books of foodie goodness – sending you to all the best places to taste USA & Canada’s amazing produce & fresh flavours when you’re keen to do your own thing
CONTIKI FAM SNACKS AT A LOS ANGELES MARKET
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Beyond delicious included meals, I love sharing my favourite foodie destinations with travellers. Gus’ Fried Chicken is at the top of my little black book of foodie hotspots to send the Contiki Fam to in Memphis. It’s world famous, & a local tradition. We try to secure a table, though it’s gets really busy and sometimes grab it to take-away. It’s a simple all-American aesthetic with red checkered tablecloths & neon signs, and a menu of thigh, breast, macaroni and ‘slaw, that’s seriously delicious. We all order and pay, then sit down to share this taste of Memphis together. Sure, there’s nothing fancy about Gus’s Fried Chicken, but it’s the kind of perfect crispiness, spiciness, and succulent juiciness that makes fine dining seem pointless. Why can’t everything in life be this gloriously simple?
FROM TOP ON THIS PAGE Food Truck lunches, Los Angeles, USA In’N’Out Burgers, California, USA Gus’ Fried Chicken, Memphis, USA
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THE COOKING CLASS Cooking classes available on most trips Trip Manager Kiran at New Orleans Cooking School @kirancontiki
There’s no better way to get the full Louisiana experience than by learning exactly how some classic New Orleans dishes are made. Meet a lively local chef and learn how to prepare
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some Creole classics like gumbo and jambalaya. The smells are incredible, but the best part of all is digging into these vibrant creations with a glass of sweet ice tea.
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THE SOCIAL ENTERPRISE Food & drinks tastings & tours are available on Discoverer & In-Depth Explorer Trips Trip Manager Emily at FareStart Restaurant, Seattle
When we visit FareStart’s flagship restaurant in Seattle, it’s about more than its award winning food. It’s also about its incredible mission: using the restaurant’s revenue to create job training programmes that ultimately help to alleviate hunger, poverty and
homelessness in the local community. As well as training disadvantaged young people with vital, real-world skills, FareStart prepare meals for schools, shelters and daycare centres, all while eliminating waste, creating community value and transforming lives.
#MUNCH {this page} 1 Superfood bowls & Chicken salad, Los Angeles, USA 2 Learning how to cook Creole food, New Orleans, USA 3 American “Biscuits”, New Orleans, USA 4 Bread pudding, New Orleans, USA 5 House-made Gyoza at FareStart, Seattle, USA, @_farestart 6 Rice bowls & tacos, San Francisco, USA
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more than just a bed Central hotels & Special Stays surrounded by nature. These are the places you’ll stay in the USA & Canada. Think great locations, the best vibes and the ultimate experience for you.
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e include all your accommodation for every night of your trip. When you’re not bunking down in comfy hotels, you’re living the American dream in Special Stays like a summer camp for grown ups on the shores of Bass Lake, or
keeping cosy and watching the snow fall through the window of your chalet in Banff. High quality accommodation is so, so important to us. This is the stuff that really sets us apart.
POD 35 HOTEL, NYC, USA
MIYAKO HOTEL, LOS ANGELES, USA
THE PINES RESORT, BASS LAKE
FREE WIFI AT MOST ACCOMMODATION
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hotels
WASHINGTON PARK HOTEL, MIAMI, USA
AVAILABLE ON MOST TRIPS MORE ON P.24 & P.54
No questionable roadside motels for us. We’ve partnered with some of the coolest hotels in the USA & WESTGATE HOTEL, LAS VEGAS
Canada, so you’ll sleep easy & wake up right in the action, think a block away from Grand Central Station in NYC.
POD 35 HOTEL, NYC, USA
WASHINGTON PARK HOTEL, MIAMI, USA
special stays AVAILABLE ON TRIPS TO BANFF & BASS LAKE MORE ON P.24 & P.54
A comfy lodge on the shores of Bass Lake with summer camp vibes, where you’ll have fun out on the lake or eat smores around the fire, a chalet in Banff to keep cosy TUNNEL MOUNTAIN RESORT, BANFF
& watch snow drift by after a day on the slopes, or the incredible glamping with Under Canvas (see below) there’s a reason these places are called Special Stays.
THE PINES RESORT, BASS LAKE, USA
THE PINES RESORT, BASS LAKE, USA
tents
UNDER CANVAS, ZION NATIONAL PARK,USA
AVAILABLE ON BOOT, SCOOT AND BLUES, SOUTHERN SOUL, SOUTHERN STARS, NORTHERN ADVENTURE & GRAND ALASKA MORE ON P.36, P.38, P.39, P.44 & P.58
Adventuring through National Parks, you want to be as close to Mother Nature as possible. So we’ve got luxe glamping experiences in the Smoky Mountains & Zion National UNDER CANVAS, GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS, USA
Park to let you sleep under the stars, with luxury amenities that keep things nice and cosy. While our DIY tents in Alaska let you experience this breathtaking state on the wild side.
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That’s our crew of Trip Managers. Professional, insightful, and always ready to go, our team are locals who can’t wait to show you their backyard. Our Contiki Trip Managers are
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a never ending source of knowledge and good vibes, and will be the ultimate travel buddies. See contiki. com/usa-canada/team to meet them all.
YOSEMITE pronounced “Yoh-sehm-ee-tee”
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Our Trip Managers are all locals showing you their backyard.
of fun facts & knowledge shared each day.
tried on.. 522 boots bought, 4 boots worn outside of the USA.
when you travel with us.
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eaten on the road.
climbed by pretty much every Contiki traveller that visits NYC.
by peering out at the amazing blue waters of Lake Louise.
IN’N’OUT BURGERS
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Trip Manager, Canada @contikicharlotte 2 NEW KNEES & STILL HITTING THE SLOPES
EMPIRE STATE BUILDING
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THIS INSTA-QUEEN WILL HAVE YOUR BEST ANGLE COVERED
Trip Manager, USA @contikikade
Trip Manager, USA @contikiemily
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T H E U L T I M AT E ROUTE 66, USA
ROAD TRIP WITH NO HASSLE & NO DRIVING Our expert drivers whizz you and your luggage from door to door, so you can spend your time admiring the scenery, posting your favourite snaps on the ‘gram, playing games with your new friends or having a snooze.
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INTERNAL FLIGHTS
Some journeys are part of the adventure... And sometimes you just want to cover lots of ground quickly. We know when to whisk you and your luggage from A to B on speedy internal flights so you can spend more time exploring and less time travelling. But we also know when it’s time to soak up the spectacular scenery on air-conditioned
coaches. Plus, it’s always included in the cost of your trip. SO WHAT DO YOU GET? • Carefully selected internal flights to save you precious travel time • Private air-conditioned coaches
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better together Travel is an experience best shared with friends, it’s that simple. When you think about the memories of those eye-widening vistas, delectable meals, historical buildings and unforgettable nights out, you also smile about the people you shared it all
with - the friendships, the private jokes, the silly songs - all the stuff that makes travel such a social experience. Whether you join us ‘solo’ or bring a crew of your favourite travel buddies, you’ll leave with some of the best friends in the world.
@ellen_dowd Having to say goodbye sucks, and I am going to miss seeing all your faces everyday Thank you for creating some of the best memories I’ll ever have and making me laugh to the point of crying I enjoyed every moment of those bus rides, day trips and nights out. Just waiting for the contiki reunion! #contiki #contikimiranda #busdaddy #noregrets #grandsouthern
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BASS LAKE, USA @CONTIKIWOZ
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SUNRISE SELFIES OVER GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK @CAITLINNOOB
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BRYCE NATIONAL PARK, USA @CHELSEAFORDHAMX
BOARDING WITH BESTIES, WHISTLER @SAMMMMYY_C
Super trip! Wish I could do it all over again! Everything about the trip was brilliant! Well organised, good value for money, good
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@dannieevee Cuddles at the canyon with my Lala #contiki #contikifamily #wherehaveyoubeenmywholelife #travelling #cuddles #grandcanyon #america #contikichar #grandsouthern contiki #timeofmylife #wanderlust #travel #exploringamerica #wonderfulplaces #roamingamerica #momentsofmine #travelgirl #solotravel #contikiusa #travelusa #travelamerica #discoverunder1k
included trips and the optional extras were incredible! If your in doubt - donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be just do it! WESTERN HIGHLIGHTS, MARCH 2019
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WITH CONTIKI ABOVE AND BEYOND I will never look back and regret a cent of how much this was. The people I met and experience I had can never have a price tag put on it. For all that I saw and did this seemed well worth how much I spent.
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Tonight we’re staying at The Washington Park Hotel, it’s so close to South Beach... though there is also a pool for that 4 star luxe life!
This hotel is amazing... so glad I splurged on it. Will probably need to spend a few nights in a hostel to make up for it later...
BREAKFAST
BREAKFAST
Wake up & head to breakfast. It’s right downstairs & while I sip coffee & munch on breakfast, we discuss where we’re going today.
Ok, breakfast isn’t included, but I don’t want to walk and try to find a cafe right now - too much to do today! I guess I’ll just eat here.
TRANSPORTATION
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It’s been so easy to get around. Flew in yesterday and all our transfers were included. And today - super easy! Picked up from the hotel, now, bring on the activities!
Yesterday was a nightmare... taxi to the airport, flights, Uber to the next hotel. Oh man - don’t have time to catch public transport today... guess I’ll be back in an taxi to meet this city tour.
SIGHTSEEING
SIGHTSEEING
We saw so much today - went on a walking tour of Calle Ocho in Little Havana. The pastelitos were delish and the Cuban coffee - a burst of caffeine. Now we’re just going to finish it off with an included dinner at awesome local place Moreno’s.
I don’t really want to book a city tour but this place is huge – I won’t be able to do it on my own. Really want to try one of these local treats & defintley need a coffee. I hear Moreno’s is amazing for dinner, let’s go there, I’m starving.
TRAVEL BUDDIES
TRAVEL BUDDIES
I was nervous about travelling with strangers - but these guys have become such good friends now! We’re already planning trips to visit each other after our Contiki is finished!
It’s a bit sad I left those guys in Vegas - they seemed fun - would have been nice to get to know them a bit better. Oh well I’m sure I’ll meet other fun people on the way.
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Definitely made the most of today’s activity choices... Chilled on the beach for a bit, and even lived it up Miami Vice-style with a Thriller speed boat ride.
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A$28
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A$54
Really want to go on one of those Thriller Boat rides... wonder where I can buy the tickets from? Do you have to book these things - hope there’s a convenient time... TOTAL BY YOURSELF
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A$234
COST PER DAY
A$506
COST PER DAY (INCL. FREE TIME ADD-ON)
A$284
COST PER DAY (INCL. FREE TIME)
A$560
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Everyone saves 10% when 10 or more book (or the 11th person goes free)
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Only A$200 deposit to secure your trip today, giving you the freedom to change your mind without breaking the bank.
We accept Mastercard, Visa, even PayPal so whichever way you like to pay you know that your money will reach us safely.
If you change your mind, you never really lose your deposit with us. We’ll put it towards another trip in the future or you can gift it to a mate. See p.74 for more.
Booked the wrong date? Need to change your trip? No worries. We let you make those kinda changes for free. We’re cool like that. See p.74 for more.
Unlike other travel companies, we don’t need full payment until 60 days before you leave so you can spread the cost out over time.
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The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, national park fees, permits, extra accommodation, festival tickets, & optional activities). Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights to/from USA & Canada that start or end your trip. Pay Early savings do not apply to bookings made within 60 days of trip departure and are not combinable with Last Minute Deals. Pay Early savings of A$695 based on Grand Southern (start Los Angeles) trip p.28. Pay Early savings do not apply to the Calgary Stampede departures on the Canada & the Rockies (p.60), Grand Canadian (p.62) and Pacific Northwest Trail (p.56) trips. Discounts are subject to availability & may be withdrawn at any point without notice. You can combine the Contiki+ discount (past traveller) and the multi trip discount (2nd trip discount) with group discounts (Book Together) & early payment (Pay Early) discounts on trips of 7 days or longer. Multiple discounts are added incrementally and not as a total amount off the gross price. It is possible to use a Contiki+ discount (past traveller) with a multi-trip discount on the same booking, however only one 5% discount will be applied per trip. Group discounts (Book Together) are available on all trips. *The 5% multi-trip discount will be applied to the lower priced of your two (or more) trips to USA & Canada, please contact Contiki or your travel agent to apply relevant discounts when booking your trip. The trip used for the per day comparison is the Grand Southern Reverse based on exchange rates as at 18th April 2019.
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MAKE T R AV E L MATTER We believe sustainable tourism matters. Contiki Cares is our commitment to preserving the planet, wildlife, and giving back to the communities we visit for generations to come.
To make travel mutually beneficial for all, it’s vital that travellers invest in local communities. We support communities & empower local women through our experiences & with the support of our travellers. In Toronto, the StoryBoot Project teaches and shares the art of mukluk-making with local students
& visitors, helping to preserve the rich heritage of this community. In Seattle, we visit a local restaurant FareStart, where all proceeds are used to train apprentice chefs, preventing homelessness. So just by eating lunch, we give back to the community, & make travel matter.
Reduce and reuse isn’t just a catch phrase for us, it’s a lifestyle. We’ve committed to eliminating single use plastics at our offices, and on the road by 2022. In 2019 our crew will all be equipped with innovative, reusable bottles, and tote bags which travellers will be able to buy on trip.
In 2017 we introduced e-docs which allows our travellers to receive their documents digitally. There’s no need for paper and we planted 42, 776 trees in travellers’ names in 2018 as part of our plant a tree initiative.
The world’s wildlife is balancing on a dangerous precipice. Partnering with leading wildlife organisations such as Wildlife SOS & the Wilderness Foundation, we’re determined
All of this, whilst supporting projects to keep our oceans & coastlines clean. Our offices in North America take time out of their schedules to pick up rubbish off the side of the roads, so it doesn’t end up in our water ways.
to do something about it. We support and educate on ethical animal experiences and protect the world’s most at risk wildlife from extinction.
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DISCOVERER. SEE IT ALL, DO IT ALL Discoverer trips are for the hungry travellers who want to see and do as much as possible throughout this sprawling continent. It’s about seeing the iconic things you just can’t miss, but also about spending your days enjoying unique, memorable experiences you wouldn’t be able to scope out on your own.
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see more We have a whole continent to explore, and on Discoverer, you’ll be seeing as much of it as you want. With more experiences included up front, you know you’ll be in for the best adventure possible. Here’s just a taste of what you’ll get up to:
Take a helicopter ride over the majestic Grand Canyon Pay tribute to Elvis at Graceland, Memphis Jump in a jet boat and cruise the rapids of St Lawrence River, Montreal Feel the spray of Niagara Falls on a Hornblower Cruise YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, USA @STACEYJADEUK
ZIPLINING OVER WHISTLER, CANADA
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HEALTHY LUNCHES, LOS ANGELES, USA
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sleep in comfort
UNDER CANVAS, GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS, USA
Like to stay close to the action? Our Discoverer trips have you covered. As night time rolls around, settle down in a mix of comfortable 3 and 4 star hotels, or incredible Special Stays nestled in nature, like glamping in Zion National Park & Great Smoky Mountains.
eat local
BREWERY TOUR
THE PICNIC
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Taste all the local flavours of everywhere you visit. Like overflowing pastrami sandwiches in New York, smoky Texan BBQ, & Canadian maple syrup-flavoured everything. Yum!
Milwaukee is known as ‘brew city,’ so a brewery tour is one of the first things on our list. Taste custom craft beers and meet the people who have a passion for creating delicious craft ales sustainably.
The Picnic makes authentic street food dining easy. With cute touches like cone holders on the tables (trust me..helpful), see why food trailers have made The Picnic their permanent home.
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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
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INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points, 2 internal flights & transfers - Las Vegas, Miami & New York
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Las Vegas Party Bus • OUE Skyspace Observation Deck • Cuban Dinner in Miami • NYC Statue of Liberty • NYC Muni Pass
4.6 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Visit Universal Studios F Disneyland F Food cart tour in New York
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&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;.15 ANGELES With 2Â days to conquer this iconic city, perhaps you'll rent a bike & dodge fitness fanatics along the shore, or let your inner child roam free at a theme park. We'll get a birds eye view of LA at the OUE Skyspace. One thing we can all agree on are the regular stops at the Mexican street food stalls. Hotel (D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ See Mann's Chinese Theater & the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Walk of Fameâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Drive along famous Sunset Strip â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach
â&#x20AC;˘ See Rodeo Drive â&#x20AC;˘ OUE Skyspace F Disneyland Transfer Pick a Park F Disneyland Transfer with Park Hopper  Â
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Party bus VIP Club Entry High Roller Anytime Helicopter Flight to the Grand Canyon
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; LAS VEGAS No time for lie-ins, you're in Vegas baby! And the city's weird & wonderful charm isn't going to uncover itself. Experience the grandeur of the city's casinos before letting loose on the party bus for a little Vegas-style bonding. Hotel (D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Evening tour of the famous 'Strip' â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Fremont street & some of the world's largest hotels & casinos
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;/+#/+ Having satisfied our Vegas itch we'll venture south to Miami, where colourful attire & Cuban influences rule the town. Sexy, vibrant & admittedly humid, we'll practice our salsa ready for the days ahead. A little mouthwatering Cuban cuisine will get us in the mood for a full day of art-deco & celeb-spotting in this tropical paradise. We'll turn up the heat on a
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Thriller Speedboat Ride on the city's glistening water. Hotel (B,D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Calle Ocho & sample pastelitos & Cuban coffee â&#x20AC;˘ Thriller Speedboat Ride F Sailing Adventure F Bike Tour of South Beach  Â
â&#x20AC;˘ See the famous neighbourhoods like Soho, Greenwich Village & TriBeCa â&#x20AC;˘ View the World Trade Center site, Battery Park & Central Park â&#x20AC;˘ Rockefeller Center & Tiffany's â&#x20AC;˘ 7-day MetroCard Â
&#; Ă&#x152;/+#/+ 61 NEW YORK My oh my Miami, you've been amazing. But when The Big Apple calls, we'd be fools not to pick up. So it's time to take flight before rolling up in the city that doesn't sleep. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ See Wall Street & the NYSE Museum Row
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; NEW YORK Hello Big Apple! With so much to do in this iconic concrete jungle, it's difficult to know where to start. How about a visit to the stylish 5th Avenue, followed by an NYC food cart tour? & then shoot up to the 86th floor of the Empire State
Building & prepare to be amazed. Hotel (B)(B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the Statue of Liberty F Central Park Bike Tour (seasonal) F Sex and the City Tour  &#; Ă&#x152; NEW YORK So sad to say goodbye NYC, but say goodbye we must. There won't be a dry eye in the house as the Contiki squad parts ways, bound for new adventures. (B) END 11AM 0'9 ;14-Ă&#x152;
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The best value for money. The locations and quality of the hotel were better than expected.
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* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$1895. V Peak Single room supplement of A$2369. This trip has a Level 2Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Included Flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map as part of the trip price. Please see â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Airfaresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on p.74 for important info. Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. O Trip spends Xmas in Miami. Q Trip spends Xmas in New York City. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/ staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74. Please note that this trip utilizes flights between cities & coaches only for transfers & sightseeing.
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GRAND SOUTHERN START LOS ANGELES THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
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INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Party bus in Las Vegas • Entry into Grand Canyon N.P. • Tour Graceland - Home of Elvis Presley • Asheville Food Tour
4.6 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Experience the high octane power of the Thriller Jet Boat ride in Miami F Heli flight over the Grand Canyon F Durango horseback riding (seasonal)
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&#; Ă&#x152;.15 #0)'.'5 TO LAS VEGAS Kicking it all off in the City of Angels, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll drive through the Mojave Desert. Spot the famous Joshua trees as we head for Las Vegas. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Evening tour of the world-famous â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Strip' â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Fremont Street & see the light-&-laser show F VIP Club Promoter Pass   &#; Ă&#x152;.#5 8')#5 Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in Vegas baby! Experience the grandeur of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s casinos before joining the party bus for some Vegas-style bonding. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Party bus â&#x20AC;˘ Non-stop nightlife â&#x20AC;˘ Experience some of the world's largest hotels & casinos F VIP Club Entry F High Roller Anytime F Cirque du Soleil Show   &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; GRAND CANYON Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re setting our sights for the Grand Canyon, via the historic Route 66 for photo ops. Warning: prepare to have your socks blown offâ&#x20AC;Ś Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Grand Canyon National Park â&#x20AC;˘ Stop for photos & souvenirs on Route 66 F Grand Canyon Biking F Helicopter Flight - Grand Kingdom F Helicopter Flight - North Canyon  &#; Ă&#x152; DURANGO VIA MONUMENT VALLEY With the beauty of the Grand Canyon imprinted
on our brains forever, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll journey past Monument Valley before arriving in Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s adventure capital. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Monument Valley Tribal Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the Painted Desert F Snowmobiles - Single or Double Rider (Seasonal) Â
  &#;5 Ă&#x152; MEMPHIS Setting our sights on Memphis, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll pay homage to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in Graceland. Here on buzzing Beale St, get ready for a night to remember. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See the Civil Rights Museum â&#x20AC;˘ See the Little Rock Central High School & delve deeper into the Civil Rights Movement â&#x20AC;˘ Cross the Mississippi River â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Beale Street, home of blues music â&#x20AC;˘ Tour Graceland F Visit the legendary Sun Studios F Rock & Soul Museum  Â
&#; Ă&#x152; ALBUQUERQUE Today is about adrenaline. River rafting & horseback riding are on the cards, before the afternoonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey to New Mexico. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Scenic drive through the Rocky Mountains â&#x20AC;˘ Whitewater Rafting (Seasonal) F Horse Back Trail Ride (Seasonal) F Hot air ballooning  Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;&#..#5 FORT WORTH Here in the land of leather boots & Cadillacs, an overnight stay in the cowboy town of Fort Worth will give you the full Texan experience. Hotel (B,D)(B) F Visit the John F. Kennedy 6th Floor Museum F Visit Fort Worth Stockyards F Dallas Cowboys Stadium Tour
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&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; ORLANDO There are exciting times ahead in the land of Disney World! With a trip to Universal Studios on the cards, we hope you budgeted for butterbeerâ&#x20AC;Ś Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ One-way transfers to the amusement parks F Universal Studios Â
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&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; WASHINGTON D.C Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a short drive to the nationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capital today. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll all but conquer the galleries, tasty eats & historical sites. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the Smithsonian Museums â&#x20AC;˘ Night-time Illumination tour â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Arlington National Cemetery & watch the changing of the guard â&#x20AC;˘ See the Pentagon, White House, Capitol Building & Washington Monument â&#x20AC;˘ See the Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR & Korean War Memorials  Â
&#; Ă&#x152;5#8#00#* Ready for some Southern hospitality? Oak trees & Camellias line Savannah, as we head to the riverfront to enjoy the nightlife. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ See the historic city squares, homes & gardens made famous by the ďŹ lm Forrest Gump  Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;/+#/+ Theme-parked out, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll venture south to Miami. A little Cuban cuisine will get us in the mood for two days in this tropical paradise. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See the famous Art Deco architecture â&#x20AC;˘ See Downtown Miami â&#x20AC;˘ Cuban Dinner F Miami Party Cruise F Bike Tour of South Beach F Thriller Speedboat Ride Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; ASHEVILLE We head to the hip mountain town of Asheville. Known for its vibrant arts scene, foodie culture & historic architecture we have two days to explore. Hotel (B,D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Food tour   &#; Ă&#x152;4+%*/10& Richmond, one of Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s college towns, greets us with brick row houses, a street art scene & nightlife. Hotel (B,D)
&#; 56 Ă&#x152;#7)756+0' Today we leave the glitz of Miami & head to Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
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oldest inhabited city. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll peruse the cobblestone streets to the Spanish Quarter. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ See Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, a 300-year old fortress Â
 &#; Ă&#x152; PANAMA CITY BEACH Today weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re bound for one of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most beautiful beachesâ&#x20AC;? - weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll test the rumours with a dip in the crystal clear waters. Hotel (B) Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; NEW ORLEANS Welcome to New Orleans, a melting pot of French & Caribbean infusions. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see Jackson Square, sample beignets & marvel at mansions, all to the sweet sounds of Southern jazz. Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street â&#x20AC;˘ See the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market F Taste of New Orleans F School of Cooking F Airboat Swamp Tour
&#; Ă&#x152;#/#4+..1 Santa Fe calls, rich with Native American & Hispanic influences. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll refuel with enchiladas, but save some space for the steak challenge. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Experience The Big Texan culture & food â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the off-beat Cadillac Ranch Â
Check out our Grand Canadian p.62. Starting in N.Y. this trip connects with the Grand Northern p.40 & North by North East p.42. See trip pages for more details. Plus you'll save 5% with our multi-trip discount, see p.21.
&#; Ă&#x152;0'9 ;14- VIA PHILADELPHIA Paying a visit to Phily for some cheese-steak sandwiches, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll wrap up in New York. Want to really see NYC? Why not check out our New York Explorer trip & get an insiderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s look? (B) '0& 2/ 0'9 ;14-Ă&#x152;
Please note: Do not book ďŹ&#x201A;ights before 9:00pm.
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2020
End Sep 23 Oct 7 Oct 21
2020
Start Aug 29 Sep 12 Sep 26
2020
End Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 19 Aug 26 Sep 2 Sep 9
2019
Start Jul 11 Jul 18 Jul 25 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 15
2019
2019
TRAVELLING BETWEEN 11Â JUL 2019Â & 13Â FEB 2020? THE BELOW TRIPS (GSLA 2019-20) FEATURE A SLIGHTLY MODIFIED ITINERARY. SEE BELOW FOR START & END TIMES & VISIT CONTIKI.COM/GRAND-SOUTHERN FOR FULL DETAILS. Start Oct 8 Oct 15 Nov 12 Nov 26 Dec 10 V Dec 17 X Dec 31 4 2021 Jan 21
End Nov 2 Nov 9 Dec 7 Dec 21 Jan 4 Jan 11 Jan 25 Feb 15
A$6225
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$2835. This trip has a Level 1 cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 5:30pm. O Trip spends Xmas in Panama City Beach & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in St. Augustine. Q Trip spends Xmas in Amarillo & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in New Orleans. V Trip spends Xmas in Orlando & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Asheville. X Trip spends Xmas in Dallas & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Orlando. 4 Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Las Vegas. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
#GRANDSOUTHERN
START 7:30AM LOS ANGELES
DISCOVERER
The one that hits all the best spots from east to west & enriches the spirit in the soulful south
USA & CANADA 2019-21
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GRAND SOUTHERN START NEW YORK THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
26
22
DAYS
STATES
25 NIGHTS 23 nights in twin-share hotels, 2 nights in twinshare lodge
28 INCLUDED MEALS 19 breakfasts (B) 9 dinners (D)
FROM
NEW & IMPROVED
FROM
A$6075 A$234 *
*
PER DAY
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Asheville Food Tour • Tour Graceland - Home of Elvis Presley • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park • Party bus in Las Vegas
4.6 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Durango horseback riding (seasonal) F Heli flight over the Grand Canyon F Experience the high octane power of the Thriller Jet Boat ride in Miami
NEW YORK, NEW YORK @JayGunning
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Check out our Wild Western trip p.46, LA to the Bay trip p.48Â & Western Highlights trip p.52Â see trip pages for more details. Why not add the LA Explorer package p.71Â to the end of your trip - visit Disney & Universal Studios. Plus youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll save 5% with our multi-trip discount, see p.21.
New York
PENNSYLVANIA
NEW JERSEY
Philadelphia MARYLAND
NEVADA
WASHINGTON DC 2 UTAH
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COLORADO
CALIFORNIA
LAS VEGAS
Monument Valley
Route 66
2 Mojave Desert Los Angeles
2
Santa Fe
ALBUQUERQUE
ASHEVILLE 2
TENNESSEE ARKANSAS
1
Little Rock
1 AMARILLO
NEW MEXICO
2 MEMPHIS MISSISSIPPI
GEORGIA
ALABAMA
Places visited
PANAMA CITY BEACH
LOUISIANA
DALLAS/ FORT WORTH
1 SAVANNAH
1 ST. AUGUSTINE
1
NEW ORLEANS 2
N.CAROLINA
S.CAROLINA
Jackson
2 TEXAS
1
 &#; AMARILLO We're definitely not done with Texas, & Amarillo takes â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;country living' to new heights. Tonight's antics may see you take on a traditional steak challenge. Hotel (B,D) Â
VIRGINIA
1 DURANGO
GRAND CANYON ARIZONA
DELAWARE
RICHMOND 1
ORLANDO 2
Nightstops
FLORIDA
Optional end city MIAMI 2
START 7:30AM NEW YORK
&#; Ă&#x152;0'9 ;14- TO WASHINGTON D.C. VIA PHILADELPHIA Welcome to The Big Apple! Here in stylish New York, we'll do our meet 'n greets before heading to the Nation's capital, paying a visit to Philadelphia for some cheesesteak sandwiches on the way. Hotel (D)  &#; Ă&#x152; WASHINGTON DC Take it all in as we touch down in the beating heart of this great nation. Jampacked with museums & monuments, we'll all but conquer the endless galleries, tasty eats & historical sites in this amazing city. Hotel (B)(B) F Segway Tour  &#; Ă&#x152;4+%*/10& Leaving DC behind, we're off to Richmond, one of America's quintessential college towns. Here, the pretty brick row houses, street art scene & buzzing nightlife make it a place not to miss. Hotel (B,D)
 &#;5 Ă&#x152; ASHEVILLE Bidding farewell to Richmond, we hit the road & head to the hip mountain town of Asheville, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Known for its vibrant arts scene, foodie culture & historic architecture we have two days to explore â&#x20AC;&#x201C; starting with a food tour tonight. Hotel (B,D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Food tour  &#; Ă&#x152;5#8#00#* Leaving the mountains behind we venture to Savannah for a little Southern hospitality. Oak trees & Camellias line the landscape here, & our spirits will be high as we head to the riverfront to enjoy the nightlife. Hotel (B)  &#; Ă&#x152; ST AUGUSTINE Savannah, you've been good to us, but St Augustine beckons. Jaws will drop as we arrive amidst the quaint beaches & quiet allure of America's oldest inhabited city. As romantic as it is charming, we'll peruse the cobblestone streets to the Spanish Quarter. Hotel (B)
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;/+#/+ Today we leave the charm of St Augustine & head to the glitz & glamour of Miami. A little mouthwatering Cuban cuisine will get us in the mood for two full days of art deco & celeb-spotting in this tropical paradise. Hotel (D) F Thriller Speedboat Ride F Miami Party Cruise F Bike Tour of South Beach  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; ORLANDO Moving on from Miami, there are exciting times ahead in the land of Disney World! With a trip to Universal Studios on the cards, we hope you budgeted for butterbeerâ&#x20AC;Ś Hotel (B)(B) F Universal Studios  &#; Ă&#x152; PANAMA CITY BEACH Leaving the theme parks won't be easy, but knowing we're about to experience one of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;world's most beautiful beachesâ&#x20AC;? might make it easier. We'll test the rumours with a dip in the crystal clear waters. Hotel (B)
 &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; MIAMI NEW ORLEANS PCB it's been great, but we're off to New Orleans, a melting pot of French & Caribbean infusions. We'll kick off the festivities in Jackson Square before sampling beignets & marvelling at mansions, all to the sweet sounds of Southern jazz. Hotel (B)(B) F Taste of New Orleans F School of Cooking F Airboat Swamp Tour  &#;5 Ă&#x152; MEMPHIS Waving â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;au revoir' to New Orleans, we'll set our sights on Memphis & paying homage to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The King' in Graceland. With the buzzing Beale Street around the corner, get ready for a night to remember. Hotel (D) F Visit the legendary Sun Studios F Rock & Roll Museum  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; DALLAS/ FORT WORTH Here in the land of leather boots & Cadillacs, you'll soon learn that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;bigger is better' is a way of life. An overnight
&#; Ă&#x152; ALBUQUERQUE So long Texas! We're bound for Santa Fe, a city rich with Native American & Spanish culture. Wander the sun drenched plaza, dig into some tasty enchiladas & visit a couple of galleries before we head off to Albuquerque for the night. Hotel (B,D) F Â Hot Air Balloon Ride &#; Ă&#x152; DURANGO We'll keep the adrenaline flowing as we arrive in Colorado's mountainous adventure capital, where the great outdoors is a way of life. Hotel (B) F Rafting (seasonal) F Horse Back Trail Ride (seasonal) F Snowmobiles - Single or Double Ride (seasonal) Â &#; Ă&#x152; GRAND CANYON VIA MONUMENT VALLEY We'll journey past the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Wild West' landscapes of Monument Valley to the iconic vistas of the jewel of Arizona, the Grand Canyon. Warning: prepare to have your socks blown off upon arrival. LodgeÂ
&#; Ă&#x152; GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK Once we've picked our jaws up off the floor, we'll take in the panoramas. Opt for a helicopter ride for a bird's eye view, or discover the landscape on two feet. Lodge (B) F Grand Canyon Biking F Helicopter Flight - Grand Kingdom F Helicopter Flight - North Canyon  &#; Ă&#x152; GRAND CANYON TO LAS VEGAS With the timeless beauty of the Grand Canyon imprinted in our brains forever, we'll swap hiking boots for dancing shoes as we pull up in Sin City via the historic Route 66, on which there'll be photo ops & souvenir hunts a-plenty. Hotel (D) F VIP Club Promoter Pass  &#; Ă&#x152;.#5 8')#5 You're in Vegas baby! And the city's weird & wonderful charm isn't going to uncover itself. Experience the grandeur of the city's casinos before letting loose on the party bus for a little Vegasstyle bonding. Hotel (B) F Cirque du Soleil Show F VIP Club Entry F High Roller Anytime  &#; Ă&#x152; LOS ANGELES After partying it up in Las Vegas, your trip can end here or weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take the scenic route through the Mojave Desert, before wrapping up this epic adventure on arrival into glamorous Los Angeles. END 11AM LAS VEGAS 14 2/ %106+-+ HOTEL, LOS ANGELES
Please note: Do not book ďŹ&#x201A;ights before 9:30pm if returning to Los Angeles
HOW MUCH & WHEN Ă&#x152;| CODE:GSNY | START NEW YORK & FINISH LOS ANGELES
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End Nov 5 Nov 19 Dec 3 Jan 7
2020
Start Oct 11 Oct 25 Nov 8 Dec 13 O
2020
End Sep 17 Oct 1
2019/20
Start Aug 23 Sep 6
2019
2019
TRAVELLING BETWEEN 23Â AUG 2019Â & 21Â FEB 2020? THE BELOW TRIPS (GSNY 2019-20) FEATURE A SLIGHTLY MODIFIED ITINERARY. SEE BELOW FOR START & END TIMES & VISIT CONTIKI.COM/GRAND-SOUTHERN FOR FULL DETAILS. Start Dec 25 X 2021 Jan 8 Jan 15
#
End Start Jan 19 Jan 29 Feb 19 Feb 2 Feb 9
End Feb 23 Mar 16
#
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$2695. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 5:30pm Los Angeles or 11.00am in Las Vegas. O Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Amarillo. Q Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Savannah. V Trip spends Xmas in Memphis & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Durango. X Trip spends Xmas in Washington DC & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in St Augustine. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/ staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
#GRANDSOUTHERN
stay in the cowboy town of Fort Worth will give you the full Texan ranch experience. Hotel (B,D)(B) F Cowboys Stadium Tour
START
NEW YORK
DISCOVERER
The one that gives you sizzling BBQs, quaint city squares & the sweet sounds of southern Jazz
USA & CANADA 2019-21
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#SOUTHERNADVENTURE
DISCOVERER
SOUTHERN ADVENTURE THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
13
FROM
11
DAYS
10 nights in twin-share hotels, 2 nights in twin-share lodge
FROM
A$3099 A$239 *
*
PER DAY
STATES
12 NIGHTS
NEW & IMPROVED
14 INCLUDED MEALS 9 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Party bus in Las Vegas • Entry in the Grad Canyon N.P. • Pay tribute to the ‘King’ at Graceland
4.8 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F VIP Entry into the hottest Las Vegas Nightclubs F Bike the rim of the Grand Canyon (seasonal) F Whitewater rafting in Durango (seasonal)
MONUMENT VALLEY, ARIZONA @sezlawrence
GRAND CANYON, ARIZONA @tahnee_bananeee
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA @eatingupwiththehannashians
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YOUR CHOICE
&#; Ã&#x152;.15 #0)'.'5 TO LAS VEGAS Kicking it all off with high spirits in the City of Angels, we'll take the scenic route through the Mojave Desert, where you'll get acquainted with the famous Joshua trees, as we head for the glitz & glamour of (Viva) Las Vegas. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;¢ Evening tour of the world-famous â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Strip' â&#x20AC;¢ Visit Fremont Street & see the light-&-laser show F VIP Club Promoter Pass   &#; Ã&#x152;.#5 8')#5 No time for lie-ins, you're in Vegas baby! And the city's weird & wonderful charm isn't going to uncover itself. Experience the grandeur of the city's casinos before letting loose on the party bus for a little Vegas-style bonding. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;¢ Experience some of the world's largest hotels & casinos â&#x20AC;¢ Party bus â&#x20AC;¢ Non-stop nightlife F VIP Club Entry F High Roller Anytime F Cirque du Soleil Show  &#;5 Ã&#x152; Ã&#x152; GRAND CANYON Time to swap dancing shoes for hiking boots as we
set our sights for the Grand Canyon via the historic Route 66, on which there'll be photo ops & souvenir hunts a-plenty. Warning: prepare to have your socks blown off upon arrivalâ&#x20AC;¦ Lodge (B) â&#x20AC;¢ Hike along the Canyon's South Rim â&#x20AC;¢ Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint F Grand Canyon Biking F Helicopter Flight - Grand Kingdom F Helicopter Flight - North Canyon  &#; Ã&#x152; DURANGO VIA MONUMENT VALLEY With the timeless beauty of the Grand Canyon imprinted in our brains forever, we'll journey past the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Wild West' landscapes of Monument Valley before arriving amidst the mountainous backdrop of Colorado's adventure capital. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;¢ Entry into Monument Valley Tribal Park â&#x20AC;¢ See the Painted Desert F Snowmobiles - Single or double rider (seasonal) Â
â&#x20AC;¢ Experience The Big Texan culture & food â&#x20AC;¢ Visit the off-beat Cadillac Ranch Â
rafting & horseback riding are among the activities on the cards today, before the afternoon's journey to sun-drenched New Mexico which offers a total change of scenery. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;¢ Scenic drive through the Rocky Mountains â&#x20AC;¢ Rafting (seasonal) F Horse Back Trail Ride (seasonal) F Hot Air Balloon Â
&#;5 Ã&#x152; Ã&#x152;&#..#5 FORT WORTH Here in the land of leather boots & Cadillacs, you'll soon learn that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;bigger is better' is a way of life. A 2Â night stay in the cowboy town of Fort Worth will give you the full Texan ranch experience. Hotel (B,D)(B) F Visit the John F. Kennedy 6th Floor Museum F Visit Fort Worth Stockyards F Dallas Cowboys Stadium Tour Â
&#; Ã&#x152;#/#4+..1 Santa Fe calls, a city rich with Native American & Hispanic influences. We'll get the cultural low-down & refuel with some sumptuous snacks. But save some space, tonight's antics might see you take on a steak challenge in Amarillo. Hotel (B,D) NEVADA
Choose to start your trip in New Orleans instead of LA (code GSNS).
&#;5 Ã&#x152; Ã&#x152; MEMPHIS Swinging past Little Rock, we'll bid farewell to Dallas
for the Musical Mecca of Memphis. We'll pay homage to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The King' in Graceland & see where Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated. With the buzzing Beale Street around the corner, get ready for a night to rememberâ&#x20AC;¦ Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;¢ See the Civil Rights Museum & Sun Studios â&#x20AC;¢ Visit Beale Street, home of blues music â&#x20AC;¢ Tour Graceland F Visit the legendary Sun Studios F Rock & Soul Museum  &#; Ã&#x152; NEW ORLEANS Bellies full of BBQ, we'll head to the romantic metropolis of New Orleans, a melting pot of French & Caribbean infusions.
We'll kick off the festivities in Jackson square before sampling beignets & marvelling at mansions, all to the sweet sounds of Southern Jazz, of course. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;¢ See the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market F Taste of New Orleans   &#; Ã&#x152; NEW ORLEANS It won't be easy to say goodbye, but all good things must come to an end. Time to bid 'Au Revoir' to New Orleans & pack some beignets for the road. (B) END 11AM 0'9 14.'#05Ã&#x152;
UTAH COLORADO
CALIFORNIA
Places visited
LAS VEGAS Route 66
2
START
Nightstops
Monument Valley
2
Mojave Desert
GRAND CANYON
Los Angeles
1
1 DURANGO
TENNESSEE
Santa Fe
MEMPHIS
1
2
Little Rock
ALBUQUERQUE
1 AMARILLO
ARIZONA
ARKANSAS
NEW MEXICO
MISSISSIPPI Jackson
&#; Ã&#x152; ALBUQUERQUE Today is about adrenaline, & we've certainly come to the right place. River
TEXAS
Well worth every dollar, I would do it again in a heartbeat.
2
LOUISIANA
DALLAS/ FORT WORTH
END
NEW ORLEANS 1
Lachlan Henderson
HOW MUCH & WHEN
#
End Apr 21
Start Apr 23 May7
End May5 May19
Jan 14 Feb 25
A$3175
#
Start Apr 9
A$3515
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Start May21 Jun 4 Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 Jul 30
End Start Jun 2 Aug 6 Jun 16 Aug 13 Jun 30 Jul 7 Jul 21 Jul 28 Aug 4 Aug 11
#
End Aug 18 Aug 25
#
Start Sep 10 Sep 17 Sep 24
End Sep 22 Sep 29 Oct 6
2020/21
End Oct 22 Oct 29 Nov 26 Dec 10 Dec 24 Dec 31
2020
Start Oct 10 Oct 17 Nov 14 Nov 28 Dec 12 Dec 19 O 2020 Jan 2 Feb 13
2020
End Sep 10 Sep 24 Oct 8
2020
Start Aug 29 Sep 12 Sep 26
2020
End Jul 23 Jul 30 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27
2019/20
Start Jul 11 Jul 18 Jul 25 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 15
2019
2019
Ã&#x152;| CODE:GSLS | START LOS ANGELES & FINISH NEW ORLEANS Start Oct 8 Oct 15 Nov 12 Nov 26 Dec 10 Dec 17 Q Dec 31 V 2021 Jan 21
End Oct 20 Oct 27 Nov 24 Dec 8 Dec 22 Dec 29 Jan 12 Feb 2
A$3175
#
A$3325
#
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#
End
Start Mar 5
Jan 21 Feb 4 Feb 11
#
End Mar 17
Start Sep 3 Sep 17 Oct 22
A$3325
End Sep 15 Sep 29 Nov 3
Start Nov 5 Nov 19 Nov 26 Dec 24 4
#
End Nov 17 Dec 1 Dec 8 Jan 5
2021
End Nov 5 Nov 19 Dec 3 Jan 7
2020
Start Oct 24 Nov 7 Nov 21 Dec 26 X
2020
End Sep 17 Oct 1
2020
Start Sep 5 Sep 19
2019
2019
Ã&#x152;| CODE:GSNS | START NEW ORLEANS & FINISH LOS ANGELES Start 2021 Jan 7 Jan 21 Jan 28
#
End
Start Feb 11 Jan 19 Mar 4 Feb 2 Feb 9
End Feb 23 Mar 16
#
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$1359. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. GSLS: Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. O Trip spends Xmas in Albuquerque & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in New Orleans. Q Trip spends Xmas in Dallas. V Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve Las Vegas. GSNS: Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. X Trip spends New yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Dallas/Fort Worth. 4 Trip spends Xmas in Memphis & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Durango. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our 26-day Grand Southern trip. When you jump aboard this trip in New Orleans, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll receive as a new addition to the group.
#SOUTHERNADVENTURE
START 7:30AM LOS ANGELES
DISCOVERER
The one that swings you through spectacular southern states, diving deep into cowboy country
USA & CANADA 2019-21
CONTIKI.COM/EASTERN-DISCOVERY
THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
14
13
DAYS
STATES
13 NIGHTS 13 nights in twin-share hotels
15 INCLUDED MEALS 11 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)
#EASTERNDISCOVERY
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EASTERN DISCOVERY
NEW & IMPROVED
FROM
FROM
A$3449 A$247 *
*
PER DAY
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Cuban dinner in Miami • Asheville Food Tour • Guided illumination Tour of Washington DC
4.3 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Miami party cruise F Visit the Newseum in Washington DC F New York City pass (GSLE only)
WASHINGTON D.C. @dannieevee
MIAMI, FLORIDA @hiddengem92
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA @katellora
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&#; Ă&#x152; NEW ORLEANS Welcome to the romantic metropolis of New Orleans, a melting pot of French & Caribbean infusions. We'll kick off the festivities in Jackson square before sampling beignets & marvelling at mansions, all to the sweet sounds of Southern Jazz, of courseâ&#x20AC;Ś Hotel â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street  &#; Ă&#x152; PANAMA CITY BEACH It won't be easy to say goodbye to enigmatic New Orleans, but knowing we're headed for one of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;world's most beautiful beachesâ&#x20AC;? might just make it a tad easier. We'll test the rumours with a dip in the crystal clear waters. Hotel (B)(B)  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; ORLANDO If you can bear to tear yourself away from the beach, there are exciting times ahead in none other than Disney World - aka, the happiest place on earth. With a trip to Universal Studios on the cards, we can only hope you budgeted for butterbeerâ&#x20AC;Ś Hotel (B)(B)
â&#x20AC;˘ One-way transfers to the amusement parks â&#x20AC;˘ Universal Studios Â
Southern Hospitality. Oak trees & tropical plants line the landscape here, & our spirits will be high as we head to the riverfront to enjoy the nightlife. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ See the historic city squares, homes & gardens made famous by the ďŹ lm Forrest Gump  Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;/+#/+ Having let our inner child roam free, we'll venture south to Miami, where colourful attire & salsa influences rule the town. A little mouthwatering Cuban cuisine will get us in the mood for two full days of art-deco & celeb-spotting in this tropical paradise. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See Downtown Miami â&#x20AC;˘ Cuban dinner F Thriller Speedboat Ride F Miami Party Cruise F Bike Tour of South Beach  Â
 &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; WASHINGTON D.C Leaving Richmond behind, it's a short drive to the Nation's capital. Jampacked with museums & monuments, we'll all but conquer the galleries, tasty eats & historical sites that frame this amazing city. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the Smithsonian Museums â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Arlington National Cemetery & watch the changing of the guard Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; ASHEVILLE Savannah, you've been good to us, but North Carolina beckons. We leave the coast behind & head to the hip mountain town of Asheville, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Known for its vibrant arts scene, foodie culture & historic architecture we have two days to explore â&#x20AC;&#x201C; starting with a food tour with the group for dinner tonight. Hotel (B,D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Food tour Â
&#; Ă&#x152; ST AUGUSTINE Today we leave the glitz of Miami behind & head north to the quaint beaches & quiet allure of America's oldest inhabited city. As romantic as it is charming, we'll peruse the cobblestone streets to the Spanish Quarter. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ See Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, a 300-year old fortress Â
Choose to start your trip in New York instead of New Orleans (code GSNE). END
NEW YORK
New York NEW JERSEY Philadelphia
PENNSYLVANIA
&#; Ă&#x152;0'9 ;14- VIA PHILADELPHIA We don't know what's more exciting: the two days we just spent in D.C or the fact that The Big Apple lies ahead. Paying a visit to Philadelphia for some irresistible cheese-steak sandwiches, we'll wrap up this epic tour in stylish New York. Want to really see NYC? Why not jump on our New York Explorer trip & get an insiders look? (B)
&#; Ă&#x152;4+%*/10& Leaving the mountains behind, we're off to Richmond, a.k.a RVA â&#x20AC;&#x201C; capital of the commonwealth of Virginia & one of America's quintessential college towns. Here, the pretty brick row houses, street art scene & buzzing nightlife make it a place not to miss. Hotel (B,D)
&#; Ă&#x152;5#8#00#* Bidding â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;farewell' to St Augustine, we'll venture to Savannah for a little
YOUR CHOICE
WASHINGTON DC 2
DELAWARE
MARYLAND
RICHMOND 1 VIRGINIA
N.CAROLINA
ASHEVILLE 2
S.CAROLINA
GEORGIA
'0& 2/ 0'9 ;14-
1 SAVANNAH
ALABAMA
MISSISSIPPI
Please Note: Do not book ďŹ&#x201A;ights before 9:00pm.
PANAMA CITY BEACH
LOUISIANA
1
START
FLORIDA
1 ST. AUGUSTINE
1
ORLANDO 2
NEW ORLEANS
Places visited 1
Nightstops 2 MIAMI
HOW MUCH & WHEN Ă&#x152;| CODE:GSLE | START NEW ORLEANS & FINISH 0'9 ;14-
A$3955
A$3785
A$3525
Start 2020 Jan 14 Feb 25 Apr 21
End Jan 27 Mar 9 May4
A$3525
Start May5 May19
End May18 Jun 1
A$3785
Start Jun 2 Jun 16 Jun 30 Jul 7 Jul 21 Jul 28 Aug 4
End Jun 15 Jun 29 Jul 13 Jul 20 Aug 3 Aug 10 Aug 17
A$3955
Start Aug 11 Aug 18 Aug 25
End Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 7
A$3955
Start Sep 22 Sep 29
A$3785
End Oct 5 Oct 12
2020/21
End Oct 21 Nov 4 Nov 11 Dec 9 Dec 23 Jan 6 Jan 13
2020
Start Oct 8 Oct 22 Oct 29 Nov 26 Dec 10 Dec 24 O Dec 31 Q
2020
End Sep 23 Oct 7
2020
Start Sep 10 Sep 24
2020
End Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 19 Aug 26 Sep 2 Sep 9
2019
Start Jul 23 Jul 30 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27
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* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$1479. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. GSLE: Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. GSNE: Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. O Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Cocoa Beach. Q Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in New Orleans. V Trip spends Xmas in Orlando & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Miami. X Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Orlando. 4 Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans. Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Savannah. ' Trip spends Xmas in Washington DC & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in St Augustine. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our 26-day Grand Southern trip. When you jump aboard this trip in New Orleans, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll receive as a new addition to the group.
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Check out our Grand Northern p.40 & North by North East p.42, Add a New York Explorer trip, for more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer, see p.70 See our trip pages for more details. Plus you'll save 5% with our multi-trip discount, see p.21.
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or kick-back poolside to preserve our energy for a night on the town. Hotel (B)(B) F Bike Tour   &#; Ă&#x152; SAN ANTONIO Having conquered Austin, we'll venture to San Antonio: a melting pot of Spanish, Mexican & American infusions. After eating our way around the largest Mexican market outside of Mexico, the river walk will offer us shops, restaurants & music. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Walking tour â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the Alamo â&#x20AC;˘ San Antonio Mission â&#x20AC;˘ River Walk F River Cruise Â
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Hall of Fame will give us the low down on this city's musical past. With the smell of Southern delicacies in the air, the city is ours to explore. Hotel (B)(B)(B) F Country Music Hall of Fame Tour F Dinner at Woolworths - site of the ďŹ rst desegregation sit-in in the 60's  Â
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&#; Ă&#x152;#6.#06# Today, we travel to the cosmopolitan city of Atlanta where our tour ends on arrival. Tissues on deck & souvenirs in tow, it's time to say our goodbyes. This has been the journey of a lifetime, so make sure to keep in contact. END 5:30PM #6.#06#Ă&#x152;
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This tour is worth every penny & is probably the best $$$ I've spent on travel in a long time. The places we saw, things we did/learned, and the cultural knowledge we have gained is far beyond what I expected any tour to provide. It also felt like the most culturally immersive tour I've been on and I really felt like we got the opportunity to live like a local and experience true southern charm :)
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The one that uncovers the soul of the deep south, from Dallas/Fort Worth to New Orleans jazz bars HOUSTON, TEXAS, @scarlettphoen1x
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low-down on Texan life. You have the option to take to two wheels to see the sights on a city bicycle tour, pick yourself out some new cowboy boots or kick-back poolside to preserve your energy for a night on the town â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Austin is famous for its music scene for good reason. Hotel (B)(B) F Bike tour  START 7:30AM FORT WORTH
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&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; 0'9 14.'#05 Welcome to the romantic metropolis of New Orleans, a melting pot of French & Caribbean infusions. We'll kick off the festivities in Jackson Square before sampling beignets & marveling at Antebellum mansions, all to the sweet sounds of Southern jazz, of course. Hotel (B,D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Walking tour of the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market â&#x20AC;˘ New Orleans School of Cooking
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&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; 0#5*8+..' Pull those boots out one more time, Nashville is calling. Home to some of the musical greats, a tour around the Country Music Hall of Fame will give us the low down on this city's musical past. With the smell of Southern delicacies in the air, the city is ours to explore. Hotel (B)(B)(B) F Visit Country Music Hall of Fame F Dinner at Woolworths - site of the ďŹ rst desegregation sit-in in the 60's  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; ) 4'#6 SMOKY MOUNTAINS Thanks for the hospitality, Nashville. Next, it's time to
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musical mecca of Memphis. We'll pay homage to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The King' in Graceland & see where Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated. With the buzzing Beale Street around the corner, get ready for a night to remember. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Graceland â&#x20AC;˘ See the Civil Rights Museum & Sun Studios Â
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4.8 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Toronto brewery tour F Architecture cruise in Chicago F Bike ride in Chicago F Cookout & horseback ride in Jackson Hole (seasonal)
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&#; Ă&#x152;0'9 ;14- TO BOSTON Meet your travel crew in the Big Apple before we make tracks for Boston. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit New Haven, Connecticut - home of prestigious Yale University â&#x20AC;˘ See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cheers' Bar  &#; Ă&#x152;$15610 Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll visit Harvard today on a cheeky tour and then with a free day you can opt to take an urban bike adventure or check out the shopping scene. Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Walk the historic Freedom Trail â&#x20AC;˘ Tour Harvard University F Trolley Tour F Urban Bike Adventure  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; QUEBEC CITY Here we'll explore Parisianstyle eateries, cobblestone streets & quaint river boardwalks. Hotel (B)(B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Guided walking tour of Old Quebec
â&#x20AC;˘ Scenic drive through Maine & across the US/ Canadian border   &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; MONTREAL Hello Montreal! Two full days of jet boats, poutine & live jazz will get our creative juices flowing. Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mt. Royal, Montreal's largest city park â&#x20AC;˘ See St. Joseph's Oratory & the Olympic Stadium F Jet Boat Tour  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; TORONTO & NIAGARA FALLS Cruising past the Thousand Islands, we'll roll up to Canada's largest city - & the world's ninth-largest waterfall. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Travel along the St. Lawrence River Valley & see the Thousand Islands â&#x20AC;˘ See the CN Tower, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto â&#x20AC;˘ Cruise to the base of the Falls F Helicopter Flight
&#; Ă&#x152;%.'8'.#0& Leaving Toronto behind, we make our way to Cleveland. We'll get the low down at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; CHICAGO Welcome to the city of pizzas & American sports. Our 2 days will fly by. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See Lake Michigan, Buckingham Fountain, Navy Pier & the Chicago River â&#x20AC;˘ See Soldier Field, home to the Chicago Bears American football team â&#x20AC;˘ Dig into Chicago-style pizza â&#x20AC;˘ See the Hancock Building, Willis Tower & the MagniďŹ cent Mile F Architectural Cruise F Bike & Roll Chicago (seasonal) F Segway Tour  &#; Ă&#x152;/#&+510 On to Wisconsin, stopping in Milwaukee for a brewery tour. Tonight, we hit up Madison's trendy bars. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Drive through America's beautiful heartland  &#; Ă&#x152; SIOUX FALLS We'll spend today oohing & aahing - starting with the
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Minnesota Farmlands, then the Kitschy SPAM museum, before Sioux Falls. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Falls Park & see the waterfall that gave the town its name â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the SPAM museum  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; MT. RUSHMORE Today we make our way through Badlands National Park & Mt Rushmore. Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Badlands National Park â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial & Custer State Park â&#x20AC;˘ Walk the Fossil Trail  &#; Ă&#x152;%1&; Here, opt to channel Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid at a seasonal rodeo, or visit the Buffalo Bill Center. Hotel (B) F Cody Rodeo (Seasonal)  &#; Ă&#x152; YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK This morning we'll explore the world's first National Park. Later we return to Cody. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Yellowstone National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the famous â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Old Faithful' geyser, wildlife such as buffalo, elk & possibly bears
 &#; Ă&#x152; JACKSON HOLE Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll cruise through Grand Teton National Park on our way to Jackson Hole. Hotel â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Grand Teton National Park â&#x20AC;˘ Trail Ride & Cookout (seasonal)  &#; Ă&#x152; SALT LAKE CITY Opt for whitewater rafting before we reach Salt Lake City, & hit the local dinner scene. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ See Temple Square â&#x20AC;˘ Whitewater Rafting (seasonal)  DAY 21 ZION NATIONAL PARK We'll stop off at Utah Lake for a picnic before arriving at our cool digs at Zion National Park. Glamping (B,L,D) Â? Contiki Special Stay Glamping at Under Canvas  &#; Ă&#x152;<+10 BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARKS Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be familiar with Bryce Canyon National Park from Pinterest & Instagram, but nothing quite compares to the real thing. After an afternoon of jaw-dropping scenery, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll journey back to our tents to clink glasses for a
group toast followed by a well-earned feast. Glamping (B) Â? Contiki Special Stay Glamping at Under Canvas â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Bryce Canyon National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the â&#x20AC;&#x153;hoodooâ&#x20AC;? canyons & rock spires  &#; Ă&#x152; LAS VEGAS VIA ZION NATIONAL PARK Cascading waterfalls & colourful mountains give us a taste of nature before we reach Las Vegas. Tonight, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take an evening tour of the famous â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stripâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Zion National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the West Temple & Watchman â&#x20AC;˘ Evening tour of the famous Vegas â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Strip'  &#; Ă&#x152; LOS ANGELES After partying it up in Las Vegas, your trip can end here or weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take the scenic route through the Mojave Desert, before wrapping up this epic adventure on arrival into glamorous Los Angeles. (B) END 11AM LAS VEGAS OR 5:30PM CONTIKI HOTEL, LOS ANGELES
Please note: Do not book ďŹ&#x201A;ights before 9:30pm if returning to Los Angeles
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* Prices above are based on twin share (triple share in Zion National Park unless you choose to pay an additional supplement). If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$2585. O Single room supplement of A$625 for 2Â nights Glamping in Zion National Park. Q Twin room supplement of A$215 for 2Â nights Glamping in Zion National Park. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am Las Vegas or 5:30pm in Los Angeles. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
#GRANDNORTHERN
QUEBEC CITY 2
Places visited
DISCOVERER
The one that takes you on an adventure through 20 states & 2 stunning Canadian Provinces
USA & CANADA 2019-21
CONTIKI.COM/NORTH-EAST
THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
13
10
STATES + 2 CANADIAN PROVINCES
DAYS
12 NIGHTS 12 nights in twin-share hotels
14 INCLUDED MEALS 10 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)
#NORTHBYNORTHEAST
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NORTH BY NORTH EAST FROM
FROM
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*
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INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
• Feel the student spirit on a ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour • Stroll Quebec on a walking tour • Cruise Niagara Falls
4.5 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Visit the CN Tower, Toronto F Axe Throwing, Montreal F Ziplines & Via Ferrata Quebec City F Brewery tour, Toronto F Architecture cruise, Chicago
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS
MONTREAL, QUEBEC
MONTREAL, QUEBEC @laurajanewebster
NEW YORK, NEW YORK @suzlack
NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK
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Combine this trip with a New York Explorer trip, giving you more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. More on p.70 START 7:30AM NEW YORK
&#; Ă&#x152;0'9 ;14- TO BOSTON Briefly touching down in the Big Apple, you'll meet up with new travel crew before making tracks for Boston, where a tour around the city will get us well & truly acquainted with its unique Irish flavour. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit New Haven, Connecticut - home of prestigious Yale University â&#x20AC;˘ See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cheers' Bar  &#; Ă&#x152;$15610 With a whole day to explore these red-brick paths, who knows what we'll get up to? A mosey through Harvard University followed by an epic seafood banquet? Or perhaps an urban bike adventure? However we spend our time, the city is bound to inspire usâ&#x20AC;Ś Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Walk the historic Freedom Trail â&#x20AC;˘ Tour Harvard University F Trolley Tour F Urban Bike Adventure  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; QUEBEC CITY With the luck of the Irish on our side, we'll head off
to another slice of Europe in North America: Quebec City. Exploring the Parisianstyle eateries, cobblestone streets & quaint river boardwalks, you'll be head over heels before you can say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;ooh la la'. Hotel (B)(B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Guided walking tour of Old Quebec  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; MONTREAL Leaving quaint for cutting-edge, we'll pack up & make our way to the multicultural metropolis of Montreal. 2 full days of jet boats, delicious poutine & live jazz will surely get your creative juices flowing. Not to mention the sensational viewsâ&#x20AC;Ś Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mt. Royal, Montreal's largest city park â&#x20AC;˘ See St. Joseph's Oratory & the Olympic Stadium F Jet Boat Tour Â
 &#; Ă&#x152;%.'8'.#0& Leaving Toronto behind, we'll make our way to Cleveland: a former workingman's town that has had a total cultural resurgence. Today, Cleveland has a vibrant music & arts scene - and we'll get the low down at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame    &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; CHICAGO Waving goodbye to Cleveland, we'll cross the
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; TORONTO & NIAGARA FALLS Still buzzing from Montreal's nightlife, Toronto is in our sights. But first, a touch of bliss as we cruise past the picturesque Thousand Islands. The castle & historic sites will be a welcome change of scene before we roll up in Canada's largest city. At the world's ninth-largest waterfall, it doesn't get much wetter than this. You can soar above the action in a chopper, or take in the sights from the viewing platform. Either way, the ponchos are our treatâ&#x20AC;Ś Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Cruise to the base of the Falls â&#x20AC;˘ See Niagara Falls F Helicopter Flight
Midwest for the high-rise buildings & great lakes of Chi-Town. In a city characterised by deepdish pizzas, innovative architecture & American sports, our 2 days will fly by. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See Lake Michigan, Buckingham Fountain, the Navy Pier & the Chicago River â&#x20AC;˘ Dig into some Chicagostyle pizza â&#x20AC;˘ See Soldier Field, home to the Chicago Bears American football team â&#x20AC;˘ See the Hancock Building, Willis Tower & the MagniďŹ cent Mile
#NORTHBYNORTHEAST
MORE NEW YORK
Check out our Grand Northern trip p.40. This trip connects with the Eastern Discovery ex New Orleans p.34 or the Grand Southern p.30.
&#; Ă&#x152;%*+%#)1 This epic adventure has finally come to an end. Your travel friends have become like family, so don't forget to swap deets & start planning your next adventure. END 11AM %*+%#)1Ă&#x152;
NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK @totsbing
Excellent Trip Manager, amazing new friends & stunning locations. Nathan Richards
QUEBEC CITY 2 QUEBEC
MONTREAL 2
MAINE
ONTARIO NEW HAMPSHIRE
TORONTO 3
LAKE ONTARIO
NEW YORK
Niagara Falls
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New York
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2
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2 BOSTON MASSACHUSETTS
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Ă&#x152;| CODE:GNNN | START NEW YORK & FINISH CHICAGO Start Jun 25 Jun 27 Jul 5 Jul 26
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* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$1409. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
USA & CANADA 2019-21
CONTIKI.COM/NORTHERN-ADVENTURE
#NORTHERNADVENTURE
DISCOVERER
NORTHERN ADVENTURE THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
12
FROM
11
DAYS
9 nights in twin-share hotels & 2 nights glamping with Under Canvas
FROM
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STATES
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NEW & IMPROVED
15 INCLUDED MEALS 10 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 4 dinners (D)
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
4.5 RATING
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
• Discover Native American legend Crazy Horse Memorial • Entry to 5 national & state parks including Yellowstone, Zion & Bryce N.P. • Glamping Zion
F Trail Ride, Jackson F Cody Rodeo (seasonal) F White Water Rafting
Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah @totsbing
BADLANDS N.P., STH DAKOTA @Laurajane_st
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA @nicdawes17
YELLOWSTONE N.P. WYOMING @Lizaayee
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA @contiki
CONTIKI.COM/NORTHERN-ADVENTURE
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GOT MORE TIME?
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WISCONSIN
2 CODY
JACKSON 1
SOUTH DAKOTA
MINNESOTA
MT. RUSHMORE
Grand Teton National Park
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IDAHO
Badlands N.P.
MADISON
Custer State Park
WYOMING
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1
SIOUX FALLS
CHICAGO
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Utah Lake UTAH 1
Nightstops
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Bryce Canyon National Park
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ZION NATIONAL PARK
LAS VEGAS 1
Milwaukee
START
Every time you stopped & looked it just looked like a painting! I would totally do the Northern Adventure again
Amanda Harrison
ARIZONA Los Angeles
START 8:30AM CHICAGO
DAY 1 CHICAGO TO MADISON Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll meet your Contiki Crew in the city of deep-dish pizzas & American sports before we hit the road, stopping in Milwaukee for a brewery tour. Tonight, we hit up Madisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trendy bars. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Drive through America's beautiful heartland  &#; Ă&#x152; SIOUX FALLS We'll spend today oohing & aahing in appreciation starting with the Minnesota Farmlands, then taking a pit-stop at the Kitschy SPAM museum before arriving at Sioux Falls, named after the Native American Sioux Tribe. Here, we'll take in (yet more) breath-taking scenery, the scene crowned by the cascading waterfalls. Hotel (B)(B)
â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Badlands National Park â&#x20AC;˘ Walk the Fossil Trail â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the SPAM Museum  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; MT. RUSHMORE We make our way through the surreal Badlands National Park to the breathtaking views of Mt Rushmore. As if the presidents faces carved into the rock wasn't impressive enough, what about a jeep safari? Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial & Custer State Park  &#; Ă&#x152;%1&; Continuing west, we'll head to Cody. You can use your free time here to channel Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid at a seasonal rodeo, or even visit the Buffalo Bill Center. Hotel (B) F Cody Rodeo (Seasonal)
&#; Ă&#x152; YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK This morning we'll visit Yellowstone National Park, the world's first National Park. This area is teeming with incredible wildlife - you could witness anything from a buffalo to an erupting geyser, so keep your cameras at the ready. Later we return to Cody to spend one more night. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Yellowstone National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the famous â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Old Faithful' geyser, wildlife such as buffalo, elk & possibly bears Ă&#x152; &#; Ă&#x152; JACKSON HOLE Back on the coach today, we'll cruise past the glorious mountain ranges of Wyoming, bound for the towering spires of the Grand Teton Mountains. We won't stop for long, but you'll
definitely have time for a trail ride & cookout if we're in season. Hotel â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Grand Teton National Park â&#x20AC;˘ Trail Ride & Cookout (seasonal) Â Ă&#x152; &#; Ă&#x152; SALT LAKE CITY This morning, get your blood pumping with white water rafting before heading south to Salt Lake City. Having only one night here means hitting up the essentials only, namely the Temple Square for an orientation around town. Appetites worked up, we'll hit up the local scene for dinner. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ See Temple Square â&#x20AC;˘ Whitewater Rafting (seasonal) Â DAY 9 ZION NATIONAL PARK We leave Salt Lake City behind and head out for 2Â nights of glamping outside of Zion National Park. This is
the one you've been waiting for, and it won't disappoint! We'll stop off at Utah Lake for a picnic before arriving at our cool digs. Glamping (B,L,D) Â? Contiki Special Stay Glamping at Under Canvas  DAY 10 ZION & BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARKS You'll be familiar with Bryce Canyon National Park from Pinterest & Instagram, but nothing quite compares to the real thing. After an afternoon of jaw-dropping scenery, we'll journey back to our tents & a night by the fire, s'mores anyone? Hotel (B) Â? Contiki Special Stay Glamping at Under Canvas â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Bryce Canyon National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the bizarre shaped canyons & rock spires called â&#x20AC;&#x153;hoodoosâ&#x20AC;?
 DAY 11 LAS VEGAS VIA ZION NATIONAL PARK Cascading waterfalls & colourful mountains give us a taste of nature before we reach Las Vegas. Tonight, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take an evening tour of the famous â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stripâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Zion National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the West Temple & Watchman â&#x20AC;˘ Evening tour of the famous Las Vegas â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Stripâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;  DAY 12 LOS ANGELES After partying it up in Las Vegas, your trip can end here or weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll take the scenic route through the Mojave Desert, before wrapping up this epic adventure on arrival into glamorous Los Angeles. (B) END 11AM LAS VEGAS OR 5:30PM CONTIKI HOTEL, LOS ANGELES
Please note: Do not book ďŹ&#x201A;ights before 9:30pm if returning to Los Angeles
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2020
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2020
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2019
2019
TRAVELLING BETWEEN 7Â JUL 2019Â & 25Â SEP 2019? THE BELOW TRIPS (GNNE 2019) FEATURE A SLIGHTLY MODIFIED ITINERARY. SEE BELOW FOR START & END TIMES & VISIT CONTIKI.COM/NORTHERN-ADVENTURE FOR FULL DETAILS. Start End Sep 23 OQ Oct 4
A$3265
* Prices above are based on twin share (triple share in Zion National Park unless you choose to pay an additional supplement). If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$1275. O Single room supplement of A$625 for 2Â nights Glamping in Zion National Park. Q Twin room supplement of A$215 for 2Â nights Glamping in Zion National Park. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 8:30am & ends approx. 11:00am Las Vegas or 5:30pm in Los Angeles. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our 26-day Grand Northern trip. When you jump aboard this trip, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll receive as a new addition to the group.
#NORTHERNADVENTURE
MONTANA Yellowstone National Park
DISCOVERER
The one that lets you discover North America's natural wonders & untold secrets
USA & CANADA 2019-21
CONTIKI.COM/WILD-WEST
#WILDWESTERN
DISCOVERER
WILD WESTERN + SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
14
FROM
3
DAYS
A$3475 A$249
Special stay: 2 nights at The Pines Resort overlooking Bass Lake, 9 nights in twinshare hotels, 2 nights in twin-share lodge
*
PER DAY
STATES
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FROM
*
10 INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B) 4 dinners (D)
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Go loco as you feast on traditional Mexican cuisine • Entry into Grand Canyon National Park • Party bus in Las Vegas
4.6 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Hot air balloon flight in Phoenix F California Academy of Sciences F Experience the High Roller in Las Vegas
Yosemite National Park, California @emily_jane_o
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA @jackhearnshaw
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA @sophie_perrry
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA @contiki
BASS LAKE, CALIFORNIA @contiki
CONTIKI.COM/WILD-WEST
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NEVADA
3 Yosemite N.P.
BASS LAKE
2
CALIFORNIA
Route 66
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Mojave Desert
LAS VEGAS
GRAND CANYON
2
1 Sedona
ARIZONA
2
1
SAN DIEGO
Sonoran Desert
PHOENIX
Places visited 1
Nightstops
1
Special Stay
MORE LA
Combine this trip with an LA Explorer trip, giving you more time to see LA, hit the shops & visit Disney's theme parks. More on p.71 START 7:30AM LOS ANGELES
&#; Ă&#x152;.15 #0)'.'5 Welcome to LA, where glamour meets grit. No better way to get to know your new Contiki family than a full day packed with Hollywood glamour, Beverly Hills celeb-spotting & some all-round boho beach vibes
â&#x20AC;˘ Drive through the O.C. (Orange County) & along the scenic PaciďŹ c Coast â&#x20AC;˘ See Downtown San Diego, the Gaslamp Quarter & Coronado Island â&#x20AC;˘ Panoramic view of the city's skyline from Coronado Bridge F Speedboat adventure Â
on the Californian Coast. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See Mann's Chinese Theater & the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Walk of Fameâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Drive along famous Sunset Strip â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach â&#x20AC;˘ See Beverly Hills  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; SAN DIEGO A drive through the unmistakable Orange County will get you in the mood for San Diego's laid-back atmosphere. 2 days of sun, surf & sumptuous Mexican cuisine will have you embodying the Californian dream in no time. Hotel (D)
&#; Ă&#x152;2*1'0+: Farewell California & hello Arizona, a desert oasis where the chance to do a hot air balloon ride complete with a champagne breakfast will have you ticking off a few bucket-list essentials. With 300Â days a year of pure
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; GRAND CANYON The thrill of the desert continues as we stop in Sedona, nestled in beautiful red-rock country on our pilgrimage to the pride of Arizona, aka The Grand Canyon. Opt for a helicopter ride to capture this dramatic scenery by air, or stay & attempt to fathom the beauty of this timeless natural wonder from the ground. Lodge (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Hike along the Canyon's South Rim â&#x20AC;˘ Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint F Helicopter Flight, North Canyon F Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon (seasonal) F Red Rock Jeep Tour (Sedona) Â Â Â &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; LAS VEGAS With its beauty embedded in our brains, we'll depart the Grand Canyon & head to Las Vegas via the historic Route 66, on which there'll be photo ops & souvenir hunts a-plenty. We'll take in the grandeur of the city's casinos before letting loose on the party bus. Hotel (D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Experience some of the world's largest hotels & casinos
â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ F F F Â Â Â
Non-stop nightlife Party bus VIP Club Entry High Roller Anytime Cirque du Soleil show
&#; Ă&#x152;$#55 .#-' 2 days of party vibes will have us pining for a little tranquillity, & Bass Lake's got it in spades. Making a few essential food pit stops along the way, we'll return to nature with a dip in the jacuzzi & fresh mountain air. (B) Â?  Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort â&#x20AC;˘ Drive past Joshua trees â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the famous symbol of the Mojave Desert  &#; Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; 5-+ 14 $1#4& #6 .#-' 6#*1' If you're travelling between December March, this trip packs in three fun-filled days of snow sports action at Lake Tahoe (instead of Yosemite & 2 nights in San Francisco). Look for departures marked in the price panel on this page (WWIN).Hotel (D)(B,D)(B) &#; Ă&#x152;;15'/+6' 0#6+10#. 2#4The breathtaking majesty of Yosemite National Park can only be truly appreciated in person. A land inundated with mountains, waterfalls, wildflowers & rock formations, you can stick to your trusty two feet or
jump on a mountain bike to explore. Back at Bass Lake swim or enjoy watersports on the Lake. (B) Â? Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort â&#x20AC;˘ Relax in the stunning mountain paradise of Bass Lake â&#x20AC;&#x201C; swim, soak up some sun & enjoy water sports (seasonal/ optional) â&#x20AC;˘ See Yosemite's famous rock formations, El Capitan & Half Dome â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Yosemite National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Falls (seasonal)    &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; SAN FRANCISCO Spirits will be sky-high in anticipation of San Fran, the quirky charm of which has attracted artists, musicians & freethinkers in the masses. Watching the sun set over the Golden Gate Bridge with a stomach full of chowder makes for a perfect evening. Hotel (B)(D) â&#x20AC;˘ Cross the Golden Gate Bridge â&#x20AC;˘ Chinatown dinner F Bike the Bridge F California Academy of Sciences    &#; Ă&#x152; SAN FRANCISCO And just like that, it's time for this journey to come to an end. It's been more than real, & we sense more travels on the horizon. END 11AM 5#0 (4#0%+5%1Ă&#x152;
HOW MUCH & WHEN
A$4175
2020
2020
Start End Dec 29 OX4 Jan 11
A$3475
A$4125 Start 2021 Jan 19 Jan 26 Feb 9 Feb 16 Mar 2 Mar 9
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2020
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2019
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2019
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End Oct 26 Nov 9 Nov 23 Nov 30
A$3519
* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in Bass Lake with no twin or single available). If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. WEST: Summer single room supplement of A$1555. 4 WINT: Winter single room supplement of A$1625. WINT: Winter peak single room supplement of A$1769. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 7:30am in LA & ends San Fran 11:00am. O These trips stay 3Â nights in Lake Tahoe & 2Â nights in San Francisco. For these trips use code WINT. Q Trip spends Xmas in Lake Tahoe. V Trip spends Xmas in San Diego & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Las Vegas. X Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in San Diego. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/ staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
#WILDWESTERN
sunshine, this place ain't so bad. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert & Sonoran Desert Â
DISCOVERER
The one that brings you the real Cali coast, from hiking & biking to palm fringed beach bars
USA & CANADA 2019-21
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LA TO THE BAY THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
11
+ SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE FROM
3
DAYS
A$2825 A$257
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*
PER DAY
STATES
10 NIGHTS
FROM
*
8 INCLUDED MEALS 5 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the “Walk of Fame” • Visit Old Town San Diego • Cross the Golden Gate Bridge
4.8 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Explore San Diego Zoo F San Diego speedboat adventure F Heli flight over the Grand Canyon
ALCATRAZ ISLAND, SAN FRANCISCO
LAKE TAHOE, CALIFORNIA @timmysephton
SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA @contikiwoz
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048 049
NEVADA
SAN FRANCISCO Yosemite National Park
2
BASS LAKE
LAS VEGAS
CALIFORNIA
2
START
LOS ANGELES
Route 66
GRAND CANYON
300Â days a year of pure sunshine, this place ain't so bad. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert & Sonoran Desert Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; LAS VEGAS With its beauty embedded in our brains, we'll depart the Grand Canyon & head to Las Vegas via the historic Route 66, on which there'll be photo ops & souvenir hunts a-plenty. We'll take in the grandeur of the city's casinos before letting loose on the party bus. Hotel (D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Experience some of the world's largest hotels & casinos â&#x20AC;˘ Non-stop nightlife â&#x20AC;˘ Party bus F VIP Club Entry F High Roller Anytime F Cirque du Soleil Show Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; GRAND CANYON The thrill of the desert continues as we stop in Sedona, nestled in beautiful red-rock country on our pilgrimage to the pride of Arizona, aka The Grand Canyon. Opt for a helicopter ride to capture this dramatic scenery by air, or stay & attempt to fathom the beauty of this timeless natural wonder from the ground. Lodge (B)
&#; Ă&#x152;$#55 .#-' 2Â days of party vibes will have us pining for a little tranquillity, & Bass Lake's got it in spades. Making a few essential food pit stops along the way, we'll return to nature with a dip in the jacuzzi & fresh mountain air. (B) Â? Â Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort â&#x20AC;˘ Drive past Joshua trees â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the famous symbol of the Mojave DesertÂ
2
Mojave Desert
1 Sedona
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2
SAN DIEGO
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START 7:30AM LOS ANGELES
&#; Ă&#x152;.15 #0)'.'5 Welcome to LA, where glamour meets grit. No better way to get to know your new Contiki family than a full day packed with Hollywood glamour, Beverly Hills celeb-spotting & some all-round boho beach vibes on the Californian Coast. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Drive along famous Sunset Strip & see Beverly Hills â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach  Ă&#x152; &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; SAN DIEGO A drive through the unmistakable Orange
Sonoran Desert
County will get you in the mood for San Diego's laid-back atmosphere. 2 days of sun, surf & sumptuous Mexican cuisine will have you embodying the Californian dream in no time. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Mexican feast â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Mission Beach (weather dependent) F Speedboat adventure F San Diego Zoo  &#; Ă&#x152;2*1'0+: Farewell California & hello Arizona, a desert oasis where the chance to do a hot air balloon ride complete with a champagne breakfast will have you ticking off a few bucket-list essentials. With
PHOENIX
&#; Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; 5-+ 14 $1#4& #6 .#-' 6#*1' If you're travelling between December March, this trip packs in three fun-filled days of snow sports action at Lake Tahoe (instead of Yosemite) & 2Â nights in San Francisco. Look for departures marked in the price panel on this page (WWLA). Hotel (D)(B,D)(B) &#; Ă&#x152;;15'/+6' 0#6+10#. 2#4The breathtaking majesty of Yosemite National Park can only be truly appreciated in person. A land inundated with mountains, waterfalls, wildflowers & rock formations, you can stick
to your trusty two feet or jump on a mountain bike to explore. Back at Bass Lake swim or enjoy watersports on the Lake. (B) Â?  Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort â&#x20AC;˘ Relax in the stunning mountain paradise of Bass Lake â&#x20AC;&#x201C; swim, soak up some sun & enjoy water sports (seasonal/ optional) â&#x20AC;˘ See Yosemite's famous rock formations, El Capitan & Half Dome  &#; Ă&#x152;$#55 .#-' TO SAN FRANCISCO And just like that, it's time for this journey to come to an end. It's been more than real, & we sense more travels on the horizon. '0& 2/ SAN FRANCISCO
BASS LAKE, CALIFORNIA @emily_jane_o
Great value, great accommodation, brilliant locations, exceptional Trip Manager & Driver. Fantastic experience overall. Diarmuid Kelly
HOW MUCH & WHEN
A$3039
Start End Dec 29 OX4 Jan 9
A$2739
A$3495 Start 2021 Jan 19 Jan 26 Feb 9 Feb 16 Mar 2 Mar 9
A$2739
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Feb 1 Feb 8 Feb 22 Feb 29 Mar 21
#
End Apr 17 Apr 24
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A$2915
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A$2915
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A$2915
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2020
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2020
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2019/20
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#
2020
2020
A$2915 Start End Dec 15 OQ Dec 26
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2019
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2021
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2019
2019
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#
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Jan 30 Feb 6 Feb 20 Feb 27 Mar 13 Mar 20
A$2739
* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in Bass Lake with no twin or single available). If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. WWLA: Summer single room supplement of A$955. 4 WLAB: Winter single room supplement of A$1265. WLAB: Winter peak single room supplement of A$1469. This trip has a Level 1 cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 7:30am & ends 5.00pm. O These trips stay 3 nights in Lake Tahoe & end on arrival to San Francisco at 5:00pm. Q Trip spends Xmas in Lake Tahoe. V Trip spends Xmas in San Diego & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Las Vegas. X Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in San Diego. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger For travel insurance see p.74. Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our 14-day Wild Western trip. When you jump aboard this trip, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll receive as a new addition to the group.
#LATOTHEBAY
â&#x20AC;˘ Hike along the Canyon's South Rim â&#x20AC;˘ Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint F Helicopter Flight, North Canyon F Bike the Rim F Red Rock Jeep Tour   Â
END
DISCOVERER
The one that breezes through California, National Parks & the Grand Canyon
USA & CANADA 2019-21
CONTIKI.COM/CALIFORNIA-DREAMIN
THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
7
DAYS
6 nights in twin-share hotels
FROM
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*
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STATE
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NEW TRIP
FROM
1
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4.6 OVERALL RATING
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Walking tour & Chinatown Dinner • All Day pass for boardwalk rides
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F F F F F
Yoga Surf Lesson Dune Buggy Ride Wine Tasting Stand-up Paddleboarding
#CALIFORNIADREAMIN
SMALL GROUP TRIP
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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA @_kristinacalder
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050 051
&#; Ì SAN FRANCISCO This morning we'll jump on public transport & head to the Mission District to cast our eyes on the fantastic street art before exploring the rest of this amazing city. You have the option to bike the Golden Gate Bridge, or head up to Haight/Ashbury (or ‘the Haight' as it's called by the locals) to explore its hippie past & hipster present. This afternoon we recommend a sunset sail around Alcatraz Island. Hotel (B) F Street Art walking tour F Biking F Sunset Sailing Ì &#; Ì SANTA CRUZ You may have left your heart in San Francisco but you'll find your groove in Santa Cruz, a quintessential California beach town. We'll drive through Silicon Valley – where FB, Google & Netflix are based – but
Ì &#; Ì5#06# %47< This morning you can opt to channel your inner Zen with a morning yoga class, hit the beach for a surf lesson, grab a bike & ride down Pacific Avenue, or even stop into the Hidden Peak Tea House for a digital detox. Either way, the day is yours to roam the streets of this eclectic beach community. Hotel (B) F Yoga Class F Surf Lesson DAY 5 SAN SIMEON VIA BIG SUR & HIGHWAY 1 Leaving Santa Cruz we hit the road today - from Monterrey & Pacific Grove, to the iconic landmarks of Spanish Bay, the Lone Cypress & the PGA Golf Course, Pebble Beach. We'll pause for a picnic lunch & strap on our hiking boots for a short walk before arriving at the 18th hole – & we're not done yet, get your camera ready for some mind-blowing scenery! Back on the road, we'll drop in at the hidden but not secret restaurant Nepenthe, to chill & take in the jaw-dropping view. Our home tonight in San Simeon. Hotel (B,L,D) • 17 mile drive • Picnic • Hwy 1
&#; Ì SAN LUIS OBISPO The adventure continues as we drive south towards San Luis Obispo (SLO), but first we'll stop at a local farm to grab a snack, then it's on to Pismo Beach where you can opt into an ATV or Dune Buggy ride, or wine lovers can choose a tasting & picnic at a family-owned vineyard. Tonight, we'll check out the local farmer's market on Higuero St– grab a bite, shop for artisan crafts & meet the locals. It doesn't get more real than this. Hotel (B) • Visit the Farmer's Market F Dune Buggy F ATV F Wine tasting & lunch (21 & over) DAY 7 LOS ANGELES VIA MALIBU & SANTA MONICA Our last day will be spent in SoCal (Southern California), first stop Malibu or the “Bu”. We’ll spend some time at Zuma Beach before heading down to Santa Monica, Los Angeles, where our trip ends on arrival. Here there’s time to say our goodbyes and plan the next adventure • Visit Zuma Beach • Santa Monica Pier • See the end point of Route 66 END 11AM LOS ANGELES
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
#CALIFORNIADREAMIN
D#; Ì SAN FRANCISCO Welcome to California! Ready to explore the sunshine state in all its glory, we'll kick things off this afternoon when you meet up with your new travel crew & head out for a walking tour of Union Square, North Beach & then into Chinatown for a family-style meal on our first night together. Hotel (D) • Walking tour & Chinatown dinner
the beach awaits. We'll spend our day exploring the boardwalk where the rides are on us. Hotel (B) • All day pass for Boardwalk Rides
START
SAN FRANCISCO
NEVADA
2 2
SANTA CRUZ
Big Sur
CALIFORNIA
SAN SIMEON 1 1
Do not book flights before 9:30pm
SAN LUIS OBISPO
Pismo Beach
Malibu Beach Santa Monica
END Los Angeles
Places visited 1
Nightstops
HOW MUCH & WHEN
A$1995
End May1 May22 Jun 5
Start Jun 6 O Jun 27 O Jul 11 O
A$1995
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A$1995
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2020
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Start Oct 3 Q Oct 24 Q Nov 21 Q
A$1949
SMALL GROUP TRIP
START 4PM SAN FRANCISCO
DISCOVERER
The one that dreams of Californiacation, exploring the sun-soaked hotspots of the West Coast
End Start Oct 9 Nov 28 Q Oct 30 Nov 27
End Dec 4
A$1949
* 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 charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. O Single room supplement of A$1005. Q Single room supplement of A$985. This trip has a Level 1 cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 11:00am. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
USA & CANADA 2019-21
CONTIKI.COM/WESTERN
WESTERN HIGHLIGHTS DISCOVERER
9
3
DAYS
A$2195 A$244
GOT MORE TIME?
*
PER DAY
9 INCLUDED MEALS
6Â nights in twin-share hotels and 2Â nights in twin-share lodge
FROM
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8 NIGHTS
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FROM
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
5Â breakfasts (B) 4Â dinners (D)
5.0 RATING
Check out our Wild Western trip & keep going to San Francisco see p.46
FREE TIME ADD-ONS
â&#x20AC;˘ Go loco as you feast on traditional Mexican cuisine â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Grand Canyon National Park â&#x20AC;˘ Party bus in Las Vegas
F Speedboats in San Diego F Hot air balloon flight in Phoenix F Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon (seasonal)
The one that brings the best of the wild west from L.A to Vegas 66, on which there'll be photo ops & souvenir hunts a-plenty. We'll take in the grandeur of the city's casinos before letting loose on the party bus. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Party Bus F Cirque du Soleil Show F VIP Club Entry F High Roller Anytime Â
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA @Ally_93
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA @madihayman
&#; Ă&#x152; .#5 8')#5 And just like that, it's time for this journey to come to an end. It's been more than real, & we sense more travels on the horizon. '0& #/ .#5 8')#5 Ă&#x152;
The excursions were amazing and I got to check so many things off my bucket list. Marie Dunleavy START 7:30AM LOS ANGELES
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; SAN DIEGO A drive through the unmistakable Orange County will get you in the mood for San Diego's laid-back atmosphere. 2Â days of sun, surf & sumptuous Mexican cuisine will have you embodying the Californian dream in no time. Hotel (B,D)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Mexican feast â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Old Town San Diego â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Mission Beach (weather dependent) F San Diego Zoo Â
&#; Ă&#x152; LOS ANGELES Welcome to LA, where glamour meets grit. No better way to get to know your new Contiki family than a full day packed with Hollywood glamour, Beverly Hills celebspotting & some all-round boho beach vibes on the Californian Coast. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See Mann's Chinese Theater & the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Walk of Fameâ&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Drive along famous Sunset Strip & see Rodeo Drive â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach
&#; Ă&#x152; 2*1'0+: Farewell California & hello Arizona, a desert oasis where the chance to do a hot air balloon
ride complete with a champagne breakfast will have you ticking off a few bucket-list essentials. With 300 days a year of pure sunshine, this place ain't so bad. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert & Sonoran Desert  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; GRAND CANYON 0#6+10#. 2#4- The thrill of the desert continues as we stop in Sedona, nestled in beautiful red-rock country on our pilgrimage to the pride of Arizona, aka The Grand Canyon. Opt for a helicopter ride to capture
this dramatic scenery by air, or stay & attempt to fathom the beauty of this timeless natural wonder from the ground. Lodge (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Hike along the Canyon's South Rim â&#x20AC;˘ Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint F Helicopter Flight, North Canyon F Bike the Rim F Red Rock Jeep Tour (Sedona) Â &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; LAS VEGAS With its beauty embedded in our brains, we'll depart the Grand Canyon & head to Las Vegas via the historic Route
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2
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2
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Sedona
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PHOENIX
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#
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2020
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2020
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2019
2019
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End Feb 26 Mar 18
A$2195
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$915. Q For these trips use code WWWH. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. O Trip spends Xmas in San Diego & New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in Las Vegas. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
USA & CANADA 2019-21
CONTIKI.COM/CALIFORNIA
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DAYS
THE DETAILS
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INCLUDED EXPERIENCES
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Bike the Bay, San Francisco F Cirque du Soleil show, Las Vegas F Sunset catamaran cruise, San Francisco
â&#x20AC;˘ Party bus in Las Vegas â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Yosemite NP â&#x20AC;˘ Chinatown Dinner
An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
3Â breakfasts (B) 2Â dinners (D)
3.5 RATING
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Great short trip, lots to see in a short time. Kelly Tone
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2
BASS LAKE
LAS VEGAS
START
1
CALIFORNIA Mojave Desert
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food pit stops along the way, we'll return to nature with a dip in the jacuzzi & fresh mountain air. (B,D) Â? Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort â&#x20AC;˘ Drive past Joshua trees â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the famous symbol of the Mojave Desert Â
56#46 2/ .#5 8')#5
&#; Ă&#x152; .#5 8')#5 Welcome, to the glitz & glamour of (viva) Las Vegas. We'll take in the grandeur of the city's casinos before letting loose on the party bus. Hotel â&#x20AC;˘ Experience some of the world's largest hotels & casinos â&#x20AC;˘ Party bus â&#x20AC;˘ Non-stop nightlife F VIP Club Entry F Cirque du Soleil Show  &#; Ă&#x152; $#55 .#-' The party vibes of Las Vegas will have us pining for a little tranquillity, & Bass Lake's got it in spades. Making a few essential
&#; Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; 5-+ 14 $1#4& #6 .#-' 6#*1' If you're travelling between December - March, this trip packs in three fun-filled days of snow sports action at Lake Tahoe (instead of Yosemite) & 2Â nights in San Francisco. Look for departures marked in the price panel on this page (WWCA). Hotel (D)(B,D)(B)
&#; Ă&#x152; ;15'/+6' 0#6+10#. 2#4- The breathtaking majesty of Yosemite National Park can only be truly appreciated in person. A land inundated with mountains, waterfalls, wildflowers & rock formations, you can stick to your trusty two feet or jump on a mountain bike to explore. Back at Bass Lake swim or enjoy watersports on the Lake. (B) Â? Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort â&#x20AC;˘ Relax in the stunning mountain paradise of Bass Lake â&#x20AC;&#x201C; swim, soak up some sun & enjoy watersports (seasonal/ optional)
1
Nightstops
1
Special Stay
â&#x20AC;˘ Cross the Golden Gate Bridge â&#x20AC;˘ Chinatown dinner F Bike the Bridge F Cruise the bay on a Catamaran (seasonal) F California Academy of Science
â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Yosemite National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See Yosemite's famous rock formations, El Capitan & Half Dome â&#x20AC;˘ See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Falls (seasonal) Â &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; SAN FRANCISCO Spirits will be sky-high in anticipation of San Fran, the quirky charm of which has attracted artists, musicians & freethinkers in the masses. Watching the sun set over the Golden Gate Bridge with a stomach full of chowder makes for a perfect evening. Hotel (B)(D)
&#; Ă&#x152; SAN FRANCISCO And just like that, it's time for this journey to come to an end. It's been more than real, & we sense more travels on the horizon. END 11AM 5#0 (4#0%+5%1 Ă&#x152;
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A$1515
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OX OX OX OX
A$1535
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A$1535
* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in Bass Lake with no twin or single available). If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. WWAV: Summer single room supplement of A$515. X WWCA: Winter single room supplement of A$645. V WWCA: Winter peak single room supplement for 2019Â of A$925. O These trips stay 3Â nights in Lake Tahoe & 2Â nights in San Francisco. For these trips use code WWCA. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 3:00pm in Las Vegas & ends 11:00am in San Francisco. Q Trip spends New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve in San Francisco. For travel insurance see p.74 Note: This trip is part of a bigger picture â&#x20AC;&#x201C; our 14-day Wild Western trip. When you jump aboard this trip, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be joining a group of other travellers who have been travelling on this trip. Wait until you see the warm welcome youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll receive as a new addition to the group.
#CALIFORNIAHIGHLIGHTS
Special Stay: 2Â nights at The Pines Resort overlooking Bass Lake, 4Â nights in twinshare hotels
*
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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER. GO LOCAL Want to uncover a region in depth? From the frosty plains of Alaska to the hipster vibes of Seattle & Portland, our Indepth trips are for the culture vultures who want to get up close to the people, places, culinary delights and cultural experiences that make up an incredible travel destination. With tailored transport and unique accommodation, these trips will have you leaving like a local. LAKE LOUISE, CANADA @NIKKIELLEN1402
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Witness the Calgary Stampede, the biggest rodeo in the world
HELICOPTER RIDE, ALASKA
Stroll through the historic Pike Place Market on a foodie tour Our In-Depth Explorer trips are packed with experiences to get you seeing, breathing, tasting, experiencing and generally living the local way of life. Whether you’re picnicing in the Rocky Mountains or flying over Alaskan glaciers, you’ll never forget these experiences.
Get back to nature and picnic in the Rocky Mountains Horseback ride in the majestic Banff National Park Kayak on the crystalline waters of the Canadian Rockies
KAYAKING, CANADA
HIKING IN CANADA
TUNNEL MOUNTAIN RESORT
sleep in comfort
MIYAKO HOTEL, LOS ANGELES, USA
From the boutique to the unique, our In-Depth Explorer accommodation in the USA & Canada is always tailored to your destination. Think comfy, perfectly located hotels, camping under the twinkling stars in Alaska and unique Special Stays like a chalet in Banff as snow falls gently on the window pane.
eat local
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SUGAR SHAC K MONTREAL, QUEBEC
On In-Depth Explorer, you’ll taste your way around a particular region at our favourite local restaurants. As well as our included regional meals your Trip Managers will help you find the best local eats wherever you are.
In the home of maple syrup, sugar shacks serve whole meals featuring the ingredient. But be warned - it’s a marathon not a sprint, & there’s a lot of maple syrup to be had.
A -Z OF COFFEE MAKING AT CAFE VITTA SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
Visit a local cafe & roastery to taste local blends, learn all about how they’re crafted. And try not bounce off the walls drinking too much of the stuff.
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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
9
3
DAYS
8 nights in twin-share hotels
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STATES
8 NIGHTS
NEW TRIP
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7 INCLUDED MEALS 4 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi, 1 internal flight & transfer San Francisco & Portland
4.6 OVERALL RATING
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Chinatown Dinner & Walking tour • Portland City tour • Brewery & Dinner • Visit Mt Hood
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Sunset Sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge F Food tour of the Pike Place Market (Seattle) F Timberline Gondola Mt. Hood
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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
MOUNT HOOD, OREGON
MULTNOMAH FALLS, OREGON
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
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The one that takes you from the Golden Gates of San Fran to the hipster vibes of Portland & Seattle
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Shining. Did someone say â&#x20AC;&#x153;Heerrreeesss Johnnyâ&#x20AC;?? Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Mt Hood F Timberline Gondola Â
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Places visited START 4PM SAN FRANCISCO
&#; Ă&#x152; SAN FRANCISCO Welcome to California! We'll kick things off this afternoon when you meet up with your new travel crew & head out for a walking tour of Union Square, North Beach & then into Chinatown for a family-style meal on your first night together. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Walking tour & Chinatown dinner  &#; Ă&#x152; SAN FRANCISCO This morning we'll jump on public transport & head to the Mission District to cast
our eyes on the fantastic street art. After, the day is yours to explore this amazing city. Head up to â&#x20AC;&#x153;the Haightâ&#x20AC;? to check out its hippie past and hipster present, shop in Union Square or head to Lombard St into North Beach. Tonight opt in for sunset sailing under the Golden Gate. Hotel (B) F Street Art walking tour F Sunset sailing  DAY 3 PORTLAND Leaving on a jet plane this morning, we'll fly to PDX, a.k.a Portland. When we land, we're off to check out the Hipster Capital on a city tour. First up is lunch in Rose City food park, before
dropping in to Powell Books, the Pearl District & Burnside Street. Sweet tooth? We'll munch on Voodoo Doughnuts & sample the famous ice cream from Salt & Straw. Hotel â&#x20AC;˘ Portland City Tour  &#; Ă&#x152;/6 *11& Today we get out of the city & explore the lush forests and trails of Mount Hood, with a 360 view of the glorious Colombia River on our way. Continuing on the Historic Columbia River Highway, we'll stop at the magnificent Multnomah Falls & Oregon's Timberline Lodge, part of the famous Pacific Crest Trail â&#x20AC;&#x201C; & the Overlook Hotel from The
&#; Ă&#x152;2146.#0& Today is yours! Whether you want to take in Oregon history with a tour of the Shanghai Tunnels, fuel your adrenaline with a jet boat ride, or take in a Sunday brunch at a popular downtown restaurant, there is something for everyone on option today. Tonight, we will regroup over a dinner at a popular local brewery, Deschutes, & talk about our adventures. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Brewery & Dinner F Jetboating Columbia River F Shanghai Tunnels  DAY 6 ASTORIA We are now leaving â&#x20AC;&#x153;Rose City,â&#x20AC;? & heading for the Oregon coast. First up, Cannon Beach
#flashbackMonday #Goonies â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we are going to stop by the filming location of the 1980's cult classic. This coastline is rugged & stunning, but don't stop yet, we're spending the night in Astoria. Hotel   DAY 7 SEATTLE Today we drive to the land of Nirvana - the band, not the state of mind! Grab your best plaid shirt & Doc Marten boots â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;cos we're headed to Seattle, home to Amazon, Starbucks & grunge music. First things first, we'll get you orientated to the Emerald City. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ City tour of Seattle   &#; Ă&#x152;5'#66.' Today is your chance to walk in the footsteps of a real Seattleite, as our local guide teach you how to make coffee like a barista, shop smart at the Public Market & take the perfect Instagram photo of the
â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;gum wall'. Tonight, we take a sunset sail in the Puget Sound & reflect on our crazy times in the Pacific Northwest. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Learn the A-Z of coffee at CaffĂŠ Vita Coffee Roasting F Locally guided tour of Pike Place Market F Sunset sailing of Puget Sound  &#; Ă&#x152;5'#66.' Our adventures in the Pacific Northwest have come to an end! Don't forget to swap deets & start planning the reunion tourâ&#x20AC;ŚEast Coast next time? '0& #/ 5'#66.'Ă&#x152;
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This trip connects with our Canada & the Rockies trip see p.60
HOW MUCH & WHEN 2020
Ă&#x152;| CODE:PNWT | START SAN FRANCISCO & FINISH SEATTLE Start Jun 2 Jun 23 Jul 7
A$2529
End Start Jun 10 Jul 21 Jul 1 Jul 28 Jul 15 Aug 11
A$2529
End Start Jul 29 Aug 18 Aug 5 Sep 1 Aug 19
End Aug 26 Sep 9
A$2529
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$2145. Included Flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map as part of the trip price. Please see â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Airfaresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on p.74 for important info. This trip has a Level 2Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 11:00am. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
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Cannon Beach
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THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
12
NEW TRIP
FROM
1
DAYS
A$4045 A$338
9 nights camping, 1 night hotel, 1 night lodge
*
PER DAY
STATE
11 NIGHTS
FROM
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30 INCLUDED MEALS 11 breakfasts (B) 10 lunches (L) 9 dinners (D)
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned van
4.6 OVERALL RATING
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Denali National Park wildlife buses to Toklet River & Eielsen Visitor Center (2 days) • Maclaren Lodge/ Wilderness Glacier camp
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Flight over Denali with Glacier landing F Ice Climbing F Nizina Canyon Rafting & Flight Seeing
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GRAND ALASKA
ICE HIKING ALASKA
VALDEZ, ALASKA
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COPPER MINE McCARTHY ALASKA
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&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;&'0#.+ NATIONAL PARK Now it's time to head to the heart of adventure, the awe-inspiring Denali National Park. Arriving at our campsite, we'll have plenty of opportunity over the next few days to hike this incredible landscape, hoping to spot bears, moose, caribou or wolves (while maintaining a safe distance!) You'll have the opportunity to fly over the National Park & around Mt Denali â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the highest mountain peak in the USA - & in the evening we'll sit around
the campfire & swap stories of our adventures. (B,L,D)(B,L,D)(B,L,D) â&#x20AC;˘ 2-Day National Park Entrance & Shuttle Bus services â&#x20AC;˘ Hiking in Denali National Park F Flights over Mt. Denali    &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; MACLAREN RIVER LODGE Next up it's time to drive the Denali dirt road, admiring alpine vistas & staggering mountain passes. Then we'll head to the Maclaren River Lodge, where we'll meet our hospitable hosts Alan & Suzie. They know the local area better than anyone, & will take us on a boat ride up the glittering waters to the Glacier camp. Save your Insta snaps for upload later, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;cos there's no phone reception here - just camping, exploring & hiking in the wilderness. The next day we'll take a canoe back down the river for another night at the beautiful lodge. (B,L,D)(B,L,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Boat Ride up to Glacier Camp â&#x20AC;˘ Guided overnight stay at Glacier Camp â&#x20AC;˘ Canoe trip on Maclaren River  Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;56 '.+#5 Over the next two days we'll enjoy the largest National Park in the United States, staying at the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;End of the road' campground. We'll travel 60 miles of gravel road stretching along the old Copper River & Northwestern railways. Once dotted with copper mines, this was also the site of the great Alaskan gold rush. Feeling inspired? Here we have endless adventure opportunities - hiking, ice-climbing, glacier walks, guided mine tours, rating, scenic flights & more are yours for the choosing. (B,L,D)(B,L,D)(B,L,D) F Root Glacier Hike    &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; VALDEZ Set at the end point of the 800-mile TransAlaskan pipeline, Valdez is something of a miracle spot. After a disastrous oil spill in 1989, the
surrounding nature & wildlife have recovered in abundance & created a gorgeous landscape for us to explore. Today is packed with even more optional adventure activities - we recommend the Columbia Glacier Sea Kayaking for spectacular scenery & unique options to spot the local wildlife. (B,L)(B,L) F Glacier/Iceberg Sea Kayaking F Glacier Wildlife Cruise  Â
ALASKA
#GRANDALASKA
&#; Ă&#x152;#0%*14#)' We'll begin in the largest city of Alaska, where you'll be treated to spectacular views of the mountain ranges on arrival. This rugged city is a gateway to the nearby wilderness & National Parks, & the people who live here share their wild landscape with families of wolves, moose & bears â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it's safe to say this isn't a city like you've experienced before! We'll spend this evening settling in & trading tales with our Contiki crew over a dinner of local Alaskan fare. (D) Â Â Â
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START 4PM ANCHORAGE
Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be toasty warm staying in cosy lodges instead of camping.
&#; Ă&#x152; ANCHORAGE Today we'll finish our epic adventures in the 49th state, but not before admiring the views of the Worthington glacier as we traverse Thompson pass. One last lunch will allow us to see our farewells to Alaska, but we have a feeling you'll be back together soon enough. (B) END 5PM ANCHORAGE
ALASKA
MACLAREN RIVER LODGE
ALASKA RANGE, ALASKA
DENALI NATIONAL PARK
2 3
WRANGELL/ST ELIAS NATIONAL PARK ANCHORAGE
1
3 2
VALDEZ 1
Nightstops
HOW MUCH & WHEN 2020
Ă&#x152;| CODE:ALSK | START ANCHORAGE & FINISH ANCHORAGE Start Jun 11 Jun 25
A$4045
End Start Jun 22 Jul 16 Jul 6 Jul 23
A$4045
End Start Jul 27 Aug 6 Aug 3 Aug 20
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TRAVELLING IN WINTER?
End Aug 17 Aug 31
A$4045
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. Single room supplement of A$195 (available on Day 1). This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 5:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
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CANADA & THE ROCKIES THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS
11/13 DAYS
10/12 NIGHTS Special Stay: 2 nights in a Rocky Mountain chalet, 8 nights in twin-share hotels (10 nights Stampede departure)
+ CALGARY STAMPEDE
FROM
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A$3395 A$309 *
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12 INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 4 dinners (D)
*
PER DAY
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi
4.7 RATING
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Discover the Athabasca Glacier on the ‘Ice Explorer’ • Entry into 5 National Parks • Get back to nature as you picnic in the Rocky Mountains
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Zipline adventure in Whistler F Whitewater rafting in Jasper (seasonal) F Trail ride & cookout in Banff
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The one that surrounds you with the majestic landscapes of western Canada START 10AM VANCOUVER
&#; Ă&#x152;9*+56.'4 This breathtaking landscape is yours to traverse how you please, be it a mountain bike, an epic hike or a canoe through churning rivers. Feeling lazy? Why not take a gondola for a mosey through the adorable mountaintop village. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ Enjoy the shopping & activities in & around the quaint village â&#x20AC;˘ Hike one of Whistler's many trails F Canoe Excursion F Zipline  &#; Ă&#x152;-#/.1125 After lunch we head out of the mountains past reservoirs & lakes, where we then move on to Kamloops, Canada's answer to the wild west. Before we depart test your group's bond with a gondola ride. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Scenic drive through the Lillooet Mountain Range â&#x20AC;˘ See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque Lillooet, Duffy & Kamloops lakes F Peak 2 Peak Gondola  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;,#52'4 We've arrived in Jasper, a place that could arguably qualify as heaven on earth. A hike is on the agenda today, & we'll tick off our nature goals with every snow-capped mountain, glassy lake & moose we see.
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;$#0(( We'll be glued to the windows en route to Banff with Lake Louise just waiting to be featured on your insta story. But the best is yet to come, think horseback rides, wood fire meals & cosy chalet drinks will see us through 2 days in this stunning destination. (B,D)(B) Â? Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Banff National park â&#x20AC;˘ Ride the Ice Explorer on to the Athabasca Glacier â&#x20AC;˘ See the vivid blue colour of Peyto Lake (seasonal), the Saskatchewan River Valley & Weeping Wall â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Lake Louise & the enchanting Lake Louise Château â&#x20AC;˘ See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel F Helicopter Flight - Mt Assiniboine Glacier F Helicopter Flight - Royal Canadian F Banff Gondola
drink in one of Vernon's traditional pubs. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke National Parks â&#x20AC;˘ See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels & Kicking Horse Valley Â
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1
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; VANCOUVER What better interlude between the unparalleled beauty of Vernon & the bustling sites of Vancouver than a meander through Canada's wine country? Having taken in the sights, the next day is ours to explore independently. Hotel (B) â&#x20AC;˘ See Lake Okanagan & its ďŹ&#x201A;oating bridge â&#x20AC;˘ See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion's Gate Bridge â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the totem poles of Canada's First Nations people in Stanley Park F Sunset Dinner Cruise Â
Special stay
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Mt. Robson
2 JASPER Columbia IceďŹ eld Lake Louise
KAMLOOPS 1
2 BANFF
WHISTLER 2
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VERNON
2
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&#; Ă&#x152; VANCOUVER All good things must come to an end, & so does our alpine adventure this morning. Time to say â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bon Voyageâ&#x20AC;? to your new BFF's. (B)
Most amazing trip ever, seriously a must do on Contiki's list! Standing on a glacier in the mountains, beautiful lakes, snow & amazing views with high energy activities to keep you buzzing!
END 11AM VANCOUVER
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CALGARY STAMPEDE SPECIAL TRIP DEPARTURE Channel your inner cowboy or cowgirl at the world-famous Calgary Stampede. The spirit of this amazing festival takes over the city for 10Â days in July. See men and women ride bulls, wrestle steers, race chuckwagons & have an outrageous time. The streets are packed with people ready for fun, as well as competitions, parades, dancing, live music & concerts. We have a couple of special Canadian trip departures that tie into this event with 2Â nights in Calgary during the Stampede, making this trip 13Â days long. Look for departures marked with â&#x20AC;˘ in the price panel on this page (CRST/CRSTR/CRSRR). Visit www.contiki.com/calgarystampede
&#; Ă&#x152;8'4010 The road to Vernon is paved with gorgeous landscapes including three national parks. The highlight? Glacier National Park, which boasts over 400Â glaciers. After cramming all that wanderlust into one day, how about a well-earned
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* Prices above are based on twin-share (quad-share only in Banff with no twin or single available). If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. CRCR: Single room supplement of A$1289. CRST/CRSTR: Single room supplement of A$1605. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 10:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. O This trip spends 2Â nights in Calgary during the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stampedeâ&#x20AC;? & is 13Â days long. For this trip use code CRST. Q This trip spends 2Â nights in Calgary during the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stampedeâ&#x20AC;? & is 13Â days long. For this trip use code CRSRR. V This trip spends 2Â nights in Calgary during the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stampedeâ&#x20AC;? & is 13Â days long. For this trip use code CRSTR. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
#CANADAANDTHEROCKIES
&#; Ă&#x152;8#0%178'4 TO WHISTLER Welcome to Whistler, where you'll be greeted by fresh air, rugged landscapes & mountain peaks. A zipline through the alpine trees should have your appetite worked up for dinner. Tonight, it's on us. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains Â
Want to add the cherry on top of an already epic day? An optional cruise around Spirit Island should do the trick. Hotel (L) â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Jasper National Park â&#x20AC;˘ Scenic drive along the Yellowhead Highway into the Rocky Mountains â&#x20AC;˘ View Mt. Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies (weather dependent) F White Water Rafting Â
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#GRANDCANADIAN
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
GRAND CANADIAN + CALGARY STAMPEDE 20/22 DAYS
6
FROM
A$5845 A$293 *
STATES + 4 CANADIAN PROVINCES
19/21NIGHTS Special Stay: 2 nights in a Rocky Mountain chalet, 17 nights in twin-share hotels (19 nights Stampede departure)
FROM
24 INCLUDED MEALS 16 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 7 dinners (D)
*
PER DAY
INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team, air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi, 1 internal flight & transfers from Toronto to Vancouver
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Feel the student spirit on a ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour • Stroll old Quebec on a walking tour • Cruise Niagara Falls
4.7 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Jet boat adventure in Montreal F Heli flight over the Rockies F Canoeing & ziplining in Whistler
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The one that gives you 20 days of charming Canada, plus Niagara Falls & Boston &#; Ă&#x152;0'9 ;14- TO BOSTON Meet your travel crew in the Big Apple before we make tracks for Boston - a city tour will uncover it's unique Irish flavour. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit New Haven - home of Yale University â&#x20AC;˘ See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Cheers' Bar  &#; Ă&#x152;$15610 Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll tour prestigious Harvard University then the day is yours to explore. Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Tour Harvard University F Trolley Tour F Urban Bike Adventure  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; QUEBEC CITY Crossing the border, we'll reach Quebec City. Here we'll explore Parisian-style eateries, cobblestone streets & quaint river boardwalks. Hotel (B)(B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Guided walking tour of Old Quebec
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; MONTREAL Hello Montreal! Two full days of jet boats, poutine & live jazz will get our creative juices flowing. Hotel (B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mt. Royal F Jet Boat Tour Â
&#; Ă&#x152;9*+56.'4 This breathtaking landscape is yours to discover by mountain bike, hike or canoe. Or take a gondola to the adorable mountain village. Hotel (B) F Canoe Excursion F Zipline Â
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;6141061 NIAGARA FALLS We'll cruise past the Thousand Islands before rolling up to Canada's largest city - & the world's ninth-largest waterfall. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B) â&#x20AC;˘ See the CN Tower, Rogers Centre & University of Toronto â&#x20AC;˘ Cruise to the base of the Falls F Heli Flight over Niagara Falls Â
&#; Ă&#x152;-#/.1125 After lunch we head Kamloops, Canada's wild west. Dare to try the gondola. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ Scenic drive through the Lillooet Mountain Range F Peak 2Â Peak Gondola Â
&#; Ă&#x152;9*+56.'4 VIA VANCOUVER A flight takes us to Whistler, with fresh air, rugged landscapes & mountain peaks. How about a zipline before dinner? Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;,#52'4 Today we'll tick off our nature goals with snowcapped mountains, Caribou, & an optional cruise to Spirit Island. Hotel (L) â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Maligne Canyon â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Jasper National Park F White Water Rafting  &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152;$#0(( The best is yet to come today with Lake Louise. Horseback rides, wood fire meals & cosy chalet drinks will see us through 2 days
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Mt. Robson
JASPER
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Lake Louise
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&#; Ă&#x152;8'4010 The highlight today? Glacier National Park, with over 400 glaciers, & a visit to one of Vernon's traditional pubs. Hotel (B,D) â&#x20AC;˘ See Lake Okanagan & its ďŹ&#x201A;oating bridge â&#x20AC;˘ Entry into Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke National Parks â&#x20AC;˘ Visit the totem poles of Canada's First Nations People in Stanley Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels & Kicking Horse Valley
&#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; VANCOUVER First Canada's wine country, then Vancouver. The next day is free to explore for yourself. Hotel (B)(B) F Sunset Dinner Cruise  &#; Ă&#x152; VANCOUVER Our alpine adventure ends this morning. Time to say â&#x20AC;&#x153;Bon Voyageâ&#x20AC;? to your new BFF's. END 11AM VANCOUVER
CALGARY STAMPEDE SPECIAL TRIP DEPARTURE Channel your inner cowboy or cowgirl at the world-famous Calgary Stampede. The spirit of this amazing festival takes over the city for 10 days in July. See men and women ride bulls in rodeo, wrestle steers, race chuckwagons & have an outrageous time. The streets are packed with people ready for fun, as well as competitions, parades, dancing, live music & concerts. We have a special Grand Canadian trip departure that ties into this event with 2Â nights in Calgary during the Stampede, making this trip 22Â days long. Look for departures marked with â&#x20AC;˘ in the price panel on this page (GCST). Visit www.contiki.com/calgarystampede
Had so many amazing experiences with new friends, from getting soaked jetboating in Montreal & again on the boat going up to Niagara Falls, to ziplining in Whistler, seeing black bears in Jasper, & being snowed on in Banff. I absolutely loved this trip & would highly recommend it to anyone!
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in this stunning locale. (B,D)(B) Â?  Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet â&#x20AC;˘  Entry into Banff National Park â&#x20AC;˘ See the vivid blue colour of Peyto Lake (seasonal), the Saskatchewan River Valley & Weeping Wall â&#x20AC;˘ Visit Lake Louise & Lake Louise Château â&#x20AC;˘ Ride the Ice Explorer on the Athabasca Glacier F Horseback Ride & Steak Fry F Mountain Climbing F Helicopter Flight F Banff Gondola
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QUEBEC CITY 2 MONTREAL 2
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ONTARIO
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* Prices above are based on twin-share (quad-share only in Banff with no twin or single available). If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Visit contiki.com for additional departures. GCNY: Single room supplement of A$2339. GCSTR: Single room supplement of A$2655. O This trips spends 2Â nights in Calgary during the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Stampedeâ&#x20AC;? & is 22Â days long. For this trip use code GCSTR. Included Flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map as part of the trip price. Please see â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Airfaresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on p.74 for important info. This trip has a Level 2Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 7:30am & ends approx. 11:00am. For travel insurance see p.74. Note: This trip is made up of the first 9Â days of the North By North East & Canada & the Rockies trips. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll welcome other travellers to the Contiki group.
#GRANDCANADIAN
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Combine this trip with a New York Explorer trip, giving you more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. More on p.70
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4.6 OVERALL RATING
INCLUDED EXPERIENCES • Hike the grove of Giant Sequoias • See El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Inspiration Point (aka Tunnel View)
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Rafting on the Merced River
The one that camps in Yosemite National Park under starlit summer skies
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&#; Ì 5#0 FRANCISCO Welcome to California! We'll kick things off this afternoon when you meet up with your new travel crew & head out for a walking tour of Union Square, North Beach & then into Chinatown for a familystyle meal on your first night together. Hotel (D) • Walking tour & Chinatown dinner &#; Ì ;15'/+6' Leaving from bohemian San Fran, we'll head across the Central Valley to one of the most beautiful landscapes in the world. But before arriving in the Yosemite valley, we'll stop for a picnic alongside the
Nightstops
stunning giant sequoia trees, some of the largest living things in the world. Arriving in Yosemite, we'll get an orientation from our guide of the spectacular park before sharing some drinks around the campfire under the park's glittering skies. Camping (B,L,D) • Hike May Lake & Mount Hoffman &#; Ì ;15'/+6' Arising early this morning, we'll head off in our van for a day packed with sightseeing, hiking & adventuring. A group hike to May Lake, a spectacular, shimmering example of a High Sierra Lake is a particular highlight, as is Mount Hoffman, a stunning hike that rewards you with peerless, 306 degree panoramas of
the surrounding landscape. Tonight it's time to unwind once again with a campside dinner. Camping (B) • Visit the Grove of Giant Sequoias • Visit Yosemite Valley &#; Ì 5#0 FRANCISCO Now you're fully acquainted with this magical place, it's your day to do your own thing. Choose one of a number of fantastic hikes, rent a bike, or simply relax in the cool shade by the emerald Merced river. After another full day of exploring & soaking up all that beauty, it's time to head back to San Fran, where our journey ends. (B,L) F Rafting END 9PM SAN FRANCISCO
HOW MUCH & WHEN
2020
Ì | CODE:YOCA | START SAN FRANCISCO & FINISH SAN FRANCISCO Start May14 May28 Jun 11
A$1035
End May17 May31 Jun 14
Start Jun 25 Jul 9 Jul 9
A$1035
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End Aug 9 Aug 23 Sep 13
A$1035
* Prices above are based on twin-share hotel & tents. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement of A$195 (available on Day 1). This trip has a Level 1 cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 9:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
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â&#x20AC;¢ Entry into 3 National Parks, 2 Tribal Parks & Monument Valley jeep tour
The one that experiences the stunning scenery of 3 iconic National Parks MONUMENT VALLEY, ARIZONA
ANTELOPE CANYON, ARIZONA
#SOUTHWESTNATIONALPARKS
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START 4PM LAS VEGAS
&#; Ã&#x152; .#5 8')#5 Welcome to Vegas baby! A suitably spectacular starting place for what will no doubt be an awe-inspiring 4Â days, this afternoon you'll meet up with your new Contiki team & get to know your new travel mates over a group dinner. Tomorrow, the National Parks await. Hotel (D) Â &#; Ã&#x152; ZION & BRYCE NATIONAL PARKS Today we start our adventure, heading out from the bright lights of Vegas & journeying into the Zion Canyon, forged within towering white, pink & red sandstone cliffs. You'll have time to take some snaps of
the sweeping panoramas, saunter around the Eeral Pools, admire the Temple of Sinawava & more. Heading to Bryce Canyon, we'll admire this unique organic amphitheatre with its red, orange & white spires, before enjoying a BBQ around the campfire under starlit skies. Camping (B,L,D) Â &#; Ã&#x152; 6174 /107/'06 8#..'; LAKE POWELL & ANTELOPE CANYON Today we'll head past Lake Powell - with the option to check out the Antelope Canyon - before winding our way through more USA Southwest's spectacular scenery to one of the most iconic locations in the planet. Hopping on
our 4x4 jeep, we'll drive through Monument Valley, before camping under the sparkling canvas of stars. & trust us, getting up for sunrise in this place is worth it. Camping (B,L,D) F Navajo led tour of Antelope Canyon  Ã&#x152; &#; Ã&#x152; .#5 8')#5 Welcome to the headline event. Saving the best â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;til last, today we'll visit a traditional Navajo trading post as we warm up for one of the seven natural wonders of the world: The Grand Canyon. Gazing out at this iconic landscape, you'll have the option to take a scenic helicopter ride, or simply walk along the rim, hiking into one of the deepest canyons on earth. Jaws fully on the
floor, we're finally ready to say goodbye to the incredible beauty we've witnessed here over the past 3Â days. It's now time to head back to the glittering lights of Vegas, where our trip ends. (B,L) F Heli Flight over the Grand Canyon
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BRYCE NATIONAL PARKS
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Zion National Park
TRAVELLING IN WINTER?
1 Monument Valley Lake Powell
LAS VEGAS 1
This trip runs in reverse through the winter season, & puts you up in cosy hotels instead of camping. See the full trip itinerary at contiki. com/southwest-parks Code: SWPW
1 ANTELOPE
CANYON
Grand Canyon National Park
CALIFORNIA
ARIZONA
Places visited 1
Nightstops
HOW MUCH & WHEN
A$1119
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A$1119
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A$1119
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2020
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A$1329
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2020
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A$1329
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A$1329
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An experienced Trip Manager/ Driver, air-conditioned van. This includes, tents, sleeping mats and sleeping bags
3Â breakfasts (B) 3Â lunches (L) 3Â dinners (D)
4.6 OVERALL RATING
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
THE NUMBERS
FROM
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End Start Feb 13 Apr 13 Mar 19
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A$1329
* Prices above are based on twin-share hotel & tents. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement of A$59 (available on Day 1). This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 9:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
USA & CANADA 2019-21
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SKI & SNOWBOARD. KEEP IT COSY Fresh air and fresher powder calling your name? Then the snowy runs of Lake Tahoe, Whistler and Banff are for you. Whatever your level of experience, grab your skis or board and get ready for a snow themed adventure. Our ski trips in North America promise the world, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t disappoint.
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During winter, three of our existing year-round trips include time in the snow playground of Lake Tahoe: • Winter Wild Western • Winter LA To The Bay • Winter California Highlights
From December to March, these three trips feature the same itinerary as the summer trips up until Las Vegas. After this, they skip the visit to Yosemite & spend three nights in snowy Lake Tahoe resort for fun on & off the slopes. These trips feature less time in San Francisco, see the trip page price panels for more. WHERE YOU’LL BE: Lake Tahoe is one of North America’s most beautiful lakes & also one of its best ski resorts. Straddling two states – California & Nevada – it’s the perfect blend of amazingly spectacular scenery, pristine mountains & pumping nightlife. Where else can you find a place that offers all this natural beauty, great snow
& the 24-hour non-stop bling of Vegasstyle casinos & clubs? Our travellers can hit the slopes at Heavenly, one of Tahoe’s awesome resorts. The average annual snowfall in Tahoe is 10.67 metres, so fantastic conditions are the norm. With so much great terrain, there’s a perfect balance of something for everyone – beginners,
intermediates & advanced skiers. The slopes not your thing? There’s lots to pick from including, ice-skating, snowmobiling, sleigh rides or head to Tahoe Village & chill out at a spa. Note: Ski passes, equipment & clothing hire are not included in the trip price.
AVAL ABLE ON THESE ITINERARIES: 14 DAYS WINTER WILD WESTERN:
12 DAYS WINTER LA TO THE BAY:
LA (1 night) San Diego (2 nights), Phoenix (1), Grand Canyon (2), Las Vegas (2), Lake Tahoe (3), San Francisco (2), end San Francisco. Visit contiki.com/winter-wild-western.
LA (1 night) San Diego (2 nights), Phoenix (1), Grand Canyon (2), Las Vegas (2), Lake Tahoe (3), end San Francisco. Visit contiki.com/winter-la-to-bay.
8 DAYS WINTER CALIFORNIA HIGHLIGHTS:
Las Vegas (1 night), Lake Tahoe (3), San Francisco (2), end San Francisco. Visit contiki.com/winter-californiahighlights.
Lake Tahoe (Winter option)
San Francisco
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SKI & SNOWBOARD
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THE POWDER RUSH THE NUMBERS
#POWDERRUSH
THE DETAILS
9
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INCLUDED ESSENTIALS An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, Modern, heated coach with charging points & WiFi
â&#x20AC;˘ Capilano Suspension Bridge â&#x20AC;˘ Vancouver city Sightseeing
4.9 RATING
FREE TIME ADD-ONS F Snowmobiles, Whistler F Ski or boarding, Whistler F Dog Sledding
The one that sees you carve up the slopes & still have time to explore WHY CHOOSE US? WHISTLER, BRITISH COLUMBIA
â&#x20AC;˘ More choice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; bring your own gear, or hire when you're here â&#x20AC;&#x201C; at Contiki-only prices. â&#x20AC;˘ Options to ski/board at four of Canada's top resorts â&#x20AC;˘ More than just a ski trip â&#x20AC;&#x201C; epic options for on & off the slopes â&#x20AC;˘ More included â&#x20AC;&#x201C; sightseeing, bridge walk & more â&#x20AC;˘ It's easy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we'll sort your lift passes & ski transfers - free between Banff resorts MUST-KNOWS: â&#x20AC;˘ Gear hire available (boots, poles, boards, helmets, pants & jackets) â&#x20AC;˘ Lift tickets are not included - 1, 2, & 3Â day passes are available for purchase at a special Contiki rate through your Trip Manager. Visit contiki.com/powder for more
START 8AM VANCOUVER
&#; Ă&#x152; 8#0%178'4 Welcome to Canada! Here in Vancouver, there'll be no shortage of things to do, & a little ice hockey or a mosey round Chinatown are just a few of the options you'll have with your new travel squad today. Hotel (D) â&#x20AC;˘ City sightseeing include Stanley Park, Chinatown & Robson St   &#; Ă&#x152; 8#0%178'4 TO WHISTLER We're all itching to get our snow on, so we'll journey to the mecca of snow sports Whistler. This real-life snow globe is brimming with life, so you'd be a fool not
to hop on a snowmobile before dinner. â&#x20AC;˘ Capilano Suspension Bridge F Snowmobiling F Zipline   &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; WHISTLER It's slopes o'clock here in Whistler, & it's time to do what we came here to do: ski to our heart's content. Recharge the Canadian way in between ski-sessions with spa visits, hot chocolates & pub crawls. Hotel (B)(D) F Ski or Boarding - 1 day lift pass F Ski or Boarding - 2 day lift pass F Half Day Lesson
 &#; Ă&#x152; WHISTLER TO BANFF We may be leaving Whistler, but the ski antics are certainly not done for the trip. With plenty of snow in Banff (as well as breathtaking scenery) we'll jump on a flight, bound for the next leg of our adventure.    &#;5 Ă&#x152; Ă&#x152; $#0(( With dog sledding, mountain hiking & hot springs all on offer, it's safe to say we'll never run out of things to do here. Don your skis if you're not quite done being a snow angel, or switch it up & discover the area on foot. (B)(B)(B,D) Â? Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet
F Helicopter Flight F Ski or Boarding - 1Â day lift pass F Ski or Boarding - 2Â day lift pass F Johnston Canyon Icewalk Â
Amazing trip for its locations, time at each destination & was affordable for what was included. Great experience & awesome purchase! Highly recommend! Renae Mountford
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&#; Ă&#x152; $#0(( 61 CALGARY If a gondola ride up to Sulphur Mountain isn't an amazing way to round up a trip, we don't know what is. After one last look at the Rockies, we'll say our teary goodbyes. Sob. (B) '0& 2/ %#.)#4; $#0(( )10&1.# Ă&#x152;
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* Prices above are based on twin-share (quad-share only in Banff with no twin or single available). If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement of A$545. Note: Lift tickets & equipment are not included in this package. Included Flights: This trip includes flights as specified on the map as part of the trip price. Please see â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Airfaresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on p.74 for important info. This trip has a Level 2Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details. Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 4:30pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.74.
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SHORT TRIPS. FOR LIFEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S MOMENTS Only have a few days to hang out with us, perhaps off the back of another trip, or want to prolong your adventure just a bit longer? Our short trips and festivals in the USA & Canada will see you spending a few days living the LA, Orlando or NYC lifestyle, or celebrating NYE surrounded by the bright lights and even brighter characters of New York.
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Museum. When the sun goes down, why not head to the Empire State Building for an unrivalled view of the city? Hotel (B) Â
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PER DAY
t-shirt. How about one more cream cheese bagel for the road? (B)
&#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- You came, you saw, you took a big olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bite out of the Big Apple. We hope youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve grabbed your â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I heart NYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;
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A$1215 B
A$1365 B
A$845 B
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A$1235 B
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A$865 B
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Conditions: There is NO Contiki Trip Manager included on this stopover package. For twin-share accommodation, both persons must book at the same time, using the same booking reference number. NY3EX: O Single supplement of A$469. Q Single supplement of A$535. V Single supplement of A$285. X Single supplement of A$545. 4 Single supplement of A$479. Single supplement of A$289. NY5EX from A$169 per day. NY5EX: ' Single supplement of A$935. W Single supplement of A$1055. + Single supplement of A$565. Z Single supplement of A$1079. Single supplement of A$949. Single supplement of A$575. Prices include appropriate taxes & service charges. The breakfast voucher is valid only with the stopover package. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details.
NEW YEAR IN NEW YORK THE DETAILS
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK @JayGunning
&#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- Rise & shine, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your final day in New York, so make it count! After your included breakfast, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re free to roam. Maybe hit trendy Williamsburg, wander Greenwich Village and Soho, peddle through Central Park or visit iconic Wall Street and the NYSE. Hotel (B)
2019
â&#x20AC;¢ CityPass: 1 Empire State Building. 2 American Museum of Natural History. 3 The Metropolitan Museum of Art. 4 Top of the Rock Observation Deck or Guggenheim Museum. 5 Ferry Access to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island or Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises
&#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- After you grab some breakfast (on us), how will you spend your day? With your CityPASS in hand, you could start with either the New York Trade Center Memorial & Museum, or the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space
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HOW MUCH & WHEN
4
1
DAYS
START 8AM NEW YORK
&#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- Hello Big Apple! We'll dive right into action with a day jam-packed full of tours & discoveries, including a mosey down stylish 5th Avenue or opt for a visit to the World Trade Center Memorial. Fancy a bird's eye view? Hotel (D) Â Â &#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- It's New Year's Eve, & the anticipation is driving us crazy! A cruise to the Statue of Liberty will see us round up the new year in style before our dinner, champagne & private bar kicks off a sleepless night. Hotel (B,D) F NYC Food Cart tour
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Ã&#x152; &#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- Hangover, what hangover? We'll start the new year as we mean to go on with a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Gossip Girl' tour, or maybe even a Broadway matinee. With one day left in NYC, the Empire State Building isn't going to climb itself. Hotel (B) F One World Observatory  &#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- Having sailed into the new year together, it's time to part ways with your new besties. What new adventures will this year bring? (B)
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&#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- With three whole days to spend in the city that never
sleeps, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no time to lose! Make the most of your included breakfast, then with your CityPASS, you could check out Lady Liberty from the Ellis Island ferry or take a Circle Line sightseeing cruise. Hotel (B) Â
2020
Our accommodation package includes, Daily voucher for breakfast, Easy access to subway, Grand Central Station and Times Square
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&#; Ã&#x152; 0'9 ;14- After check-in to your digs in Manhattan, feel free to get more familiar with this stylish city, your way. Maybe check out Museum Mile, including the Guggenheim & MOMA (both included in your CityPASS), or take a stroll over the historic Brooklyn Bridge. Hotel (B)Â
2020
2 or 4Â nights in twin-share hotel
1
DAYS
START 4PM NEW YORK
2019
2 OR 4 NIGHTS
3/5
2020
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2019
SHORT TRIPS
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A$645
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Conditions: There is NO Contiki Trip Manager included on this stopover package. For twin-share accommodation, both persons must book at the same time, using the same booking reference number. prices include appropriate taxes & service charges. The breakfast voucher is valid only with the stopover package. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details.
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Our accommodation package includes a prebooked trip featuring Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial Punch Bowl, Daily voucher for breakfast, Easy access to great surf beaches & amazing shopping.
WHERE YOU'LL STAY The Contiki hotel is centrally located & a short walk to Waikiki Beach & shops & restaurants. Enjoy Hawaii's perfect sunsets from famous Duke's restaurant on Waikiki Beach.
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Conditions: There is NO Contiki Trip Manager included on this stopover package. For twin-share accommodation, both persons must book at the same time, using the same booking reference number. prices include appropriate taxes & service charges. The breakfast voucher is valid only with the stopover package. This trip has a Level 1Â cancellation policy, see p.75 for all the details.
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BEFORE YOU BOOK WHAT’S INCLUDED THE ESSENTIALS All accommodation, transport, and a good handful of meals, are included in the cost of your Contiki trip (we offer breakfast most days, plus a cherry-picked selection of local, fresh and tasty meals). We also provide our Included Experiences, which are basically the sights and activities we think you just can’t afford to miss. And then of course you also get our expert and highly trained dream-team of Contiki staff; our Trip Managers and Drivers, and English-speaking Local Guides.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED Flights, airport transfers or ferries to and from your start and end destination are not included in the cost of your trip. We also keep a number of meal times free for you to explore a region and its foodie offerings in greater detail, so budgeting for non-catered meals is important. In terms of activities, we offer Free Time AddOns, which are not included in the overall price. Travel insurance and visas are also not included in the cost of your trip, and need to be booked separately.
AIRFARES Flights as specified on individual trip itineraries are included as part of the price. As detailed within our Booking Conditions (p.75) under ‘General’ we rely on international conventions regarding air travel & other transportation as specified. Through enrolment & payment for your trip you acknowledge & accept such. Individual electronic tickets may not be issued to you prior to travel due to the group nature of the air/flight booking. In such circumstances you acknowledge that by receipt of any applicable boarding pass &/or by boarding the aircraft you have accepted the airline’s terms & conditions of travel & the application of all relevant International Conventions & applicable national & international law governing air transportation.
VISA REQUIREMENTS Visas are super important and depending on your nationality you may require a visa to enter the USA and Canada. You are responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Contact your travel agent (if applicable) to determine if you require a visa and how to get it. You will require a machine readable passport, your passport will need to be valid for at least six months after your arrival. Without enough validity, authorities may deny your entry into a country, even if you’re only staying for a short while. It is now mandatory that all nationals, or citizens, of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries who plan to travel to the United States for temporary business or pleasure under the VWP receive an electronic travel authorization through ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) prior to boarding a U.S. bound airplane or vessel. Applications must be filed online at least 72 hours prior to your departure date, at time of printing, the cost is currently US$14. For more information please visit: www.cbp.gov or www.travel.state.gov or talk to your travel agent. Please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/ apply-who.asp to check whether you need a visa to enter Canada.
IMPORTANT
bags & it is your responsibility to pay. Fees range from US$25-$100. • Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on the trip. • If you have your own ski/boarding equipment, you may bring one pair of boots & skis or boots & snowboard. Otherwise, your Trip Manager can help arrange these for you in Lake Tahoe & on the Powder Rush trip. • Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage insurance is strongly recommended. Remember, if your trip includes a flight you are also subject to airline baggage restrictions. • Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred for overweight or additional luggage .
WHAT SHOULD I PACK FOR MY TRIP? Comfortable, casual clothing for day wear & ‘smart/casual’ for dining & nights out. Remember that in Autumn/Winter you will need warmer clothing as well as a raincoat/jacket. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. For further details, please refer to contiki.com.
TRAVEL INSURANCE DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE? A simple one - yes. It’s essential that you take out travel insurance to cover the likes of cancellation, personal injury, medical expenses and loss of personal property. It’s also super important to check that your insurance covers all of the activities you’ll be partaking in, particularly any adventure activities for all you adrenaline junkies. Visit contiki.com/insurance for more information on this.
HOTELS:
SLEEPING WHERE WILL I STAY?
Our hotel accommodation is always twin-share (except in some Unique Special Stays), staying in superior tourist class hotels, many of which are centrally located, with great facilities. Twin-share is 2 people sharing, either travelling together or as a same-sex room match. We also offer upgrades to single rooms for a supplement. Please note that on rare occasions the availability of single rooms at some hotels can be limited. There is WiFi at most hotel accommodation so you can gram/snap/chat to your heart’s content.
CAMPING:
Our accommodation is twin-share in roomy tents with comfy sleeping mats. Sleeping bags on the Southwest National Parks p.65, & Mighty Yosemite p.64 are included. Sleeping bags for the Grand Alaska trip can be rented for $35.00 for the trip (price subject to change). Camping is a ‘family” experience with shared facilities, tents will be set up and taken down by occupants, and all travellers will pitch in to cook.
GLAMPING:
This accommodation is triple-share, with options to upgrade to a double or single, in upscale, safari style tents with beds & shared facilities. Note: On occasion, due to reasons outside our control, alternative hotels may be used. Whilst it is always our intention to use hotels of a similar standard & location, no liability can be accepted for any variation of either. WiFi is not available at remote Special Stays.
from the United States, with 18 being the legal age in Alberta & Quebec & 19 being the legal age in British Columbia & Ontario for the above activities.
MAKING YOUR BOOKING WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY? We get that sometimes plans change unexpectedly, so our cancellation policy offers you absolute flexibility and comes in two parts: The Freedom Guarantee policy ensures that even if your travel plans change, you’ll never miss out or be charged fees for changing your booking. If you want to change the dates of your trip, swap onto another trip or even change your trip for a different region entirely, that’s all possible, without incurring fees*.
FLEXDEPOSIT FlexDeposit is a policy you automatically get once you’ve paid a deposit on any Contiki trip, and works as credit towards a future Contiki adventure, ensuring your deposit money isn’t lost if you can’t travel on your original trip as intended. FlexDeposit can be used up until your 36th birthday, after which time it can then be transferred for use with any other travel brand within The Travel Corporation family of brands. It can also be gifted to a friend within 5 years of the original booking date. * You can find out more about both policies in the T&C’s on p.75 & by visiting: contiki.com/freedomguarantee
NOW THAT YOU’VE BOOKED REGISTER AT MY CONTIKI Just like you, we want your trip to run as smoothly as possible, so before you travel, make sure you register your details online at My Contiki. Look out for this icon at contiki.com to sign up. This only takes a few minutes and means we’ll have info on: • Your personal details, including your email address and phone number. Your emergency contact info and travel insurance details, just in case we need it. • Any dietary requirements you may have. • You’ll also need to make sure your trip is paid in full 60 days prior to departure from Australia. You’ll also find out where your Contiki Trip will start and exactly what accommodation you’ll be staying in. You’ll be able to see & download your docs approx. 21 days before your trip departure, saving time & trees (we even plant one for every traveller that select eDocs!). Visit contiki.com/mycontiki
• Any Free Time Add-Ons you would like to do on your trip. • Any additional sightseeing you plan on doing in your Free Time, that is not covered either by our Included Experiences or Free Time Add-Ons. • Any additional personal expenses. This includes alcohol, shopping, and any evening entertainment not included. Note: It’s a good idea to let your bank know you’re travelling & check if there is a daily transaction limit, so you always have access to money when you need it.
NO COMPULSORY TIPPING REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE! Within USA and Canada, in service industries tipping is common practice. All other tipping is entirely optional, and not an expectation. If you feel your Contiki Team has delivered an outstanding level of service throughout your trip you may wish to tip them, but this is at your discretion, no one else’s.
CONTIKI+ Been on a Contiki before? Welcome back! You’re a part of Contiki+, and that means you’re eligible for 5%* off trips around the world! We’ve even wrangled deals for you across all our TTC sister brands (ttc.com). *Check out contiki. com/deals for all the details.
HEALTH DO I NEED VACCINATIONS FOR USA & CANADA? At the time this brochure went to press (May, 2019), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it is wise to check up to date information with your health professional prior to departure. Travellers should be up to date with their routine vaccinations: Measles/Mumps/ Rubella (MMR), Tetanus. Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may require en route, e.g. antihistamines, antibiotics.
SAFETY INFORMATION Security is a major concern to all of us and the situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel Advisories” put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodations and itinerary or even trip cancellation. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for further information in this regard. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security difficulties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions.
BOOKING SECURITY Contiki has been running trips for young people since 1962 & is a member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). The members include all the major tour operators who are financially bonded for your security & who maintain the highest standards. With the guarantees of these organisations, you know your trip & money are secure with Contiki.
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1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is normally charged. 2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause you to miss part of your trip & will result in you incurring considerable expense & inconvenience. (Contiki is not legally permitted to allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a trip.) 3. It is better to apply for all visas through your travel agent or local consular services before you leave home. 4. It is very important that the entry & exit dates are correct on the visa. Your travel agent will contact Contiki for full details.
PACKING HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING?
• For our USA & Canada trips, luggage is restricted to one decent sized, non-expanding suitcase, approximately 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” × 20” × 10” ) with a maximum weight of 20 kilos (44lbs.) plus one small hand/day bag that can be used as an overnight bag. Trips with internal flights may incur a fee by the airline for 1 piece of luggage (determined by airline policy and it is subject to change without notice) and will for additional or overweight
TRIPS WITHIN TRIPS
You may notice on some of our trips that some groups join and leave at different stages. That’s because we offer shorter trips within a larger itinerary, giving greater choice & flexibility so our travellers can choose when they start their trip and how long they travel for. You can check what trips are part of a bigger trip in the fine print on the actual trip page.
CONTIKI GLOSSARY
VISIT Your trip includes a stop and you’ll get the opportunity to visit a specific site. SEE/VIEW You will drive/pass by the site so that you can see it. SIGHTSEEING TOUR A guided tour of a city or site. ORIENTATION TOUR Places of interest are pointed out, allowing you to go and explore them in your own time.
WHAT ARE THE AGE RESTRICTIONS IN BARS & CASINOS?
Laws in the United States dealing with purchasing alcohol, entering nightclubs, bars & gambling in casinos are strictly enforced. You must be 21 years of age & will be asked for identification. Acceptable forms of identification to prove age include a valid passport or United States driver’s license. Laws in Canada differ
FREE TIME ADD-ONS ARE FREE TIME ADD-ON ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE COST OF MY TRIP?
No, these experiences are an additional cost and are not included in the price of your Contiki trip. However, thanks to our long-standing relationships with suppliers, you can be safe in the knowledge that you are getting the best deal when booking one of our Add-Ons. Look out for the F symbol on our trip pages for the Add-Ons available on each trip. These will also be listed in your travel documents.
HOW DO I PAY FOR FREE TIME ADD-ONS?
Payment for your Free Time Add-Ons is made direct to your Trip Manager on your trip. You can choose to pay in cash (local currency), or with a credit card. Some Free Time Add-Ons can be pre-booked at the time of booking your Contiki adventure to ensure you don’t miss out. Check with your travel agent or Contiki for details. Your TM will take you through all of the available options at the start of your trip.
MONEY WHAT WILL I NEED MONEY FOR ON TRIP?
In terms of spending money, you’ll need to budget for the following:
• Any meals (normally lunches and dinners) that are not included. If you search for your trip at contiki.com, you’ll be able to see the total number of meals included in the cost of your trip.
BROCHURE AUTHENTICITY We have put a great deal of effort into producing this brochure. The information given & literature produced by Contiki has been compiled with care & is published in good faith (this includes contiki.com & our ebrochures). Sometimes, because of circumstances outside our control, we have to alter some activities due to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc., especially early or late in the season. If this happens, alternatives will be arranged.
PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS Photos courtesy of © Under Canvas, Zion National Park, Great Smoky Mountains USA P.2-3, p.4, p.14-p.15 Tents. Photos courtesy of © POD 35 Hotel, NYC, USA p.14-15 Hotel Lobby, Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Miyako Hotel, Los Angeles, USA p.14-p.55 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Westgate Hotel, Las Vegas, USA p.15 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Washington Park Hotel, Miami, USA p.15 Swimming pool & Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © Tunnel Mountain Resort, Banff, Canada p.15-p55 Hotel Room. Photos courtesy of © @pauljoyner Great Smoky Mountains, USA p.25-p.36-p.39 Tents. Photos courtesy of © www.bindlestifftours.com Alaska P.6 Ice Hiking, p.15 Denali Road, p.55 Helicopter Ride, p.58 Ice Hiking, Sea Kayaking, Volcanic Lake, Copper Mine McCarthy & Alaska Range.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
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Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below.
OUR RESPONSIBILITIES
1. YOUR TRIP RESERVATION On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability & at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected trip. A contract is only made between you & us upon your booking being confirmed & accepted by us & our confirmation thereof to either you or your travel agent. 2. PRICE GUARANTEE Prices in this brochure are based on costs & exchange rates as at 18th April, 2019. Should these costs change, it may be necessary to make a surcharge on the price of your trip. If a booking is made and confirmed at a price which is erroneous we may correct our error by notifying you. Unless we agree to honour the erroneous price, you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty. Should the total trip price increase by more than 10% you will have the right to cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty. No surcharge in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment of the deposit for your land trip has been received. This guarantee excludes fuel surcharges & does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced. 3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR TRIP 3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your booking in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. 3.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we will give you reasonable notice thereof, in the circumstances, & where available, offer you a comparable alternative. 3.3 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 trip without payment of any transfer fee. 3.4 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 & 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. 3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or rescheduling of any trip departure. 4. TRIP DETAILS & CONDITIONS 4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (May, 2019) but we cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available especially where we have no direct control over it. 4.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing trips & transportation to give you good value for money. 4.3 Contiki will guarantee to match you up with someone of the same sex when booked in a share room configuration. 4.4 Contiki constantly strives to improve trip itineraries & features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries & to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our changes or cancellations. 4.5 We reserve the right to alter or substitute the type, size of vehicle and/ or the style of transport mentioned in the brochure, resulting in occasionally having to utilise transport without some of the features promoted including WiFi & power outlets. 5. LIABILITY 5.1 Your travel agent or Contiki Specialist 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 or Contiki Specialist to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law. 5.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any interest earned on such monies. 5.3 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 & when we see fit, in respect of the services to be provided &/or fees payable under the trip programme. The payment of a deposit or any other monies in respect of your trip shall be deemed to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof as aforesaid. 6. AIR ARRANGEMENTS 6.1 Reservations/Ticketing: If an air reservation is made by Contiki payment in full may be required for your airfare at the time of booking your flights in relation to your Contiki trip to get you to the starting point of your trip and from the ending point of your trip. On receipt of full air payment your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges are final. This will be regardless of future price fluctuations up or down. When booking a trip including flights, you will be required, at the time of booking, to provide us the full name as detailed on the passport. Changes to flight itineraries and name changes and/or corrections may either not be allowed or may result in penalties charged by the airline. These are the traveller’s responsibility. Airlines (and other travel providers including Contiki) change prices and routes from time to time. All air routings are in the sole control of the airline and are subject to change at any time. Contiki reserves the right to offer alternative schedules for itineraries affected by airline schedule changes and equipment. Flight delays, flight cancellation and schedule changes are the responsibility of the airline. Contiki will not be responsible or liable for such delays or rescheduling. 6.2 Air Cancellation: Cancellations incur a service fee of A$35 per person, plus any airline penalties. Airline imposed penalties may be up to 100% of the air ticket price. Published Fares, Priced Match Fares, Promo Fares and some other airfares booked are non-refundable. 6.3 Airline Availability: Seats are limited in our contracted class of service and may not be available on every flight. Contiki does not hold block space on any airline and does not assure seat availability for every single trip departure date.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
1. BOOKING YOUR TRIP 1.1 In order to reserve your trip, a deposit of A$200, per person per trip, or the full amount payable if the booking is made within 60 days of your departure from Australia, must be submitted to Contiki by you in respect of that trip. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first instalment of the trip price by Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent. 1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non-refundable deposit of A$200 per person per trip which must be within 5 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 travellers’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled. 2. PAYING THE BALANCE 2.1 Credit Card Bookings: Contiki should be advised of your credit card number when making your reservation directly with us. For security purposes, we are required to collect the card expiration date and the customer verification code. A surcharge of 1% will be applied at the time of payment.
2.2 The balance of the trip must be paid no later than 60 days prior to your departure date from Australia which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki. When making multi-trip bookings, full payment is due no later than 60 days prior to your departure date from Australia. 2.3 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled & cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki. 2.4 Tickets & other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us, these are in the form or e-documents once registered at www.contiki.com/mycontiki, unless otherwise requested by you, the traveller. A documentation shipment fee of $10 per address will be charged for each delivery address should you wish to receive physical documents instead of electronic format. The documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure from Australia. 2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 60 days of your departure date from Australia, the full cost of the trip will be payable immediately on booking & we reserve the right to provide all travel documents at the trip departure point. 2.6 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking & apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods. 3. IF YOU CANCEL 3.1 Freedom Guarantee/FlexDeposit : We know that travel plans can change. If you need to cancel for any reason, your deposit will remain secure until you’re ready to use it. Or if you can’t go, your deposit value is transferable, so you can gift your deposit at no extra cost. The value of the original deposit can be used as credit towards booking a new trip. The original deposit refers to the trip deposit only and excludes any additional deposits such as Inca Trail, or flights. Any monies already refunded are not applicable. The FlexDeposit will be applied as a discount on the final payment of your new trip. The amount allowed to be redeemed is equal to the original deposit amount paid. In the case of multiple deposits due to back to back trips, only one deposit amount can be credited per trip, they cannot be combined. However multiple trips can be booked using multiple FlexDeposits. Valid on all Contiki trips 7 days or longer. Credit is valid until the traveller turns 36. i.e fitting within Contiki’s age limit as per Contiki’s booking conditions. After turning 36 years of age, the FlexDeposit can be used with one of our sister brands, get inspired at ttc.com/brands. Credit can also be gifted to family or friends. To gift to family or friends the customer must email confirmation to Contiki stating the nominated name. Gifting only valid within 5 calendar years of the original booking. (eg cancelled in 2014, valid on trips up to end of 2019). FlexDeposit is not valid on existing bookings. FlexDeposit has no cash value and is non-refundable. FlexDeposit is not combinable with Early Payment Discounts or Last Minute Deals within 120 days of original travel date. 3.2 If you cancel more than 60 days before departure, your A$200 deposit will not be refunded. 3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the estimate of cost & expenses incurred by us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the trip price & is calculated as below: CANCELLATION CHARGES (PER PERSON) IF YOU CANCEL YOUR TRIP PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE CANCELLATION FEE DAYS BEFORE THE TRIP LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 60+ days notice: ..............Deposit is forfeited .......... Deposit is forfeited 59-16 days notice: ...........30% of trip fare............... 60% of trip fare 15-8 days notice: .............50% of trip fare............... 90% of trip fare 7-1 days notice:................90% of trip fare............... 100% of trip fare Day of departure: ..............100% of trip fare............. 100% of trip fare Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the trip 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. All Cancellation policies valid as at 9th May, 2019, and are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking. 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to & after your trip booking, such as pre & post accommodation, transfers and pre bookable Free time Add-Ons are subject to the following cancellation fees: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE 60 – 22 days ..........................................................................................25% 21 – 15 days ..........................................................................................30% 14 days to day of departure .................................................................100% 3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your travel agent. 3.6 GOLD SEAL PROTECTION Contiki’s Gold Seal Additional Protection plan costs only A$99 per person (payable with your deposit only & non refundable) and includes: On Your Trip – Should you, or your travel companion, leave at any time during the trip for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to Australia due to injury, illness or death of an immediate family member, you and your companion will be refunded up to A$90 per person per day for the unused portion of the itinerary (in some cases hotels require a one-night cancellation fee). A medical certificate is required. Return Flight Security – If you or a member of your direct family in Australia should fall sick* while you are on your Contiki guided trip, we will take care of the additional cost of tickets for your earlier or later return home in the same booking class of air travel on the first available flight, provided you hold round-trip tickets on Contiki’s recommended airline(s) booked through Contiki from Australia. *Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must be supplied Pre-Paid Cancellation Option – Your deposit and/or payment to Contiki will be refunded in full or you will have the option to carry it over to another Contiki or TTC trip should you cancel your trip for any reason prior to 30 days from departure date from Australia (or 30 days prior to your trip departure if travelling in Australia). This cancellation option covers land arrangements made by Contiki only. If the Australian Government DFAT advice for the destination changes to “Reconsider the need to travel” or “Do not travel” you may have your deposit and / or payment refunded at any time or you will have the option to carry it over to another TTC trip. Prior to departure from Australia your airfares are not covered by Gold Seal. We recommend you take out Covermore Travel Insurance specifically covering the value of your airfares should you cancel your trip (Please review Covermore terms and conditions around cancellation cover). We are happy to help you with arranging that travel insurance. Any rebooking costs of airfares prior to departure are not covered by Gold Seal. 4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an alternate departure date of any available trip, you may do so subject to availability. 4.2 If the change is requested 60 days before the original trip departure no fee will be charged. 4.3 A change of booking within 60 days of original trip departure will be treated as a cancellation and normal cancellation fees will apply (as detailed in section 3). However trip deposits can be used as credit to a new trip, see FlexDeposit. 4.4 The new departure price would not be eligible for early payment discounts (EPD) if within 60 days before departure
4.5 A name change to a different person will be treated as a cancellation. 4.6 A fee will be charged for any alteration to airline arrangements made by Contiki as per clause 3. 5. TRIP DETAILS & 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 Travellers must be aged between 18 & 35 inclusive to travel on Contiki trips. Legislation in various states in Australia has highlighted the issue of Age Discrimination. In terms of style & content, all of Contiki’s worldwide trips are specifically designed for a particular age group. This fact should be recognised when you book one of our trips. 5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable & memorable travel experience for all travellers. Contiki welcomes travellers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following: • Travellers are required to advise Contiki, at time of booking, of any physical, medical or other needs that require accommodation. • All travellers must ensure they are medically & physically fit for travel. Contiki may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the trip. Contiki may also exclude an individual from participating in a trip or an activity if that individual’s participation poses a direct threat to health or safety. • Contiki 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). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any traveller who requires services of a personal nature. • Contiki does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the traveller’s expense. Contiki is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on trip, or for the quality of the care or services received. • Travellers should be aware some trips include rough terrain, extensive walking over uneven pavement, steps & locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During the trip, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, hotels & other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties are independent entities over which Contiki has no control. Accommodation on international trips may differ from those in Australia. Contiki cannot guarantee disability access or accommodation for travellers travelling on international trips. • Contiki may, at its sole discretion, decline the booking of any traveller or remove any traveller who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Contiki’s terms & conditions. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a traveller is removed from a trip. Travellers agree not to hold Contiki or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these booking conditions. 5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements & costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the trip. 5.5 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 & decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative & 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 & well being of other members on the trip or smooth operation of the trip itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the trip. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers & any Contiki Representative has 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 & may result in the immediate termination of your trip. In either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation & related costs & have no claims against us. 5.5.1 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 &/or a Contiki Trip Manager as soon as it is discovered. 5.6 Where the traveller occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating 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 Travel times on our trips vary from day to day depending on the destination. For your comfort we make regular stops and try to keep each section no longer than 3 hours. However, depending on your medical history, some people may be at risk of discomfort or deep vein thrombosis (DVT) if they remain immobile for a long period on a journey. If you have ever had DVT, pulmonary embolism, a family history of clotting conditions, cancer, or treatment for cancer, stroke, heart or lung disease, or if you have had major surgery in the past three months we recommend you consult your doctor before travelling. 5.8 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected trip before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas whilst on trip (including accommodation, meals, flights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense. 5.9 You agree that our Contiki Trip Managers or representatives may take photographs & films of you while you are on trip & that these may be used in our brochures &/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs &/or films. 5.10 Should you have a complaint in respect of the trip, you should inform the Contiki Trip Manager or Contiki Representative during the course of the trip & if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavours to do so during the trip, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the trip but within 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. Any claims made after the 42 day period will not be considered by Contiki. 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. 5.11 The contract & all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Australian Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing. 5.11.1 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 & enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected. 5.11.2 In any legal action, arbitration, or other proceeding to enforce, interpret or construe the terms of these conditions, or concerning any grievance relating to the trip, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable legal fees and expenses on a solicitor/client basis. 6. COMPULSORY INSURANCE Travel insurance is compulsory on our trips, and we have some of the best deals on rates. Visit contiki.com/insurance. It is compulsory that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation expenses before you travel on a Contiki trip. We strongly recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal property. Please
check that the insurance covers all of the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at the time of payment of the deposit and will, in certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. Contiki cannot be held responsible for your failure to take out appropriate insurance and we recommend you purchase your insurance at or soon after booking your trip. 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 trip. 7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM In the event of your withdrawal from a trip after the commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the trip. 8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE Airfares to & from your trip destination, airport taxes, passport & visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, personal expense money, medical fees, sightseeing, visits & entrance fees, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers, Drivers & Local Guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, Free Time options & anything else not listed in the ‘snapshot’ section of the itinerary pages within this brochure. 9. WEATHER CONDITIONS Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any trip 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 trip. On trips with included flights, your luggage should not exceed the weight restrictions imposed by the airlines.
GENERAL
1. CONTRACTING PARTIES 1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you & 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 trip operating company. At any time & 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 & 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 travellers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to travellers & luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a trip shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the traveller of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company. 1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers & other service providers are subject to the terms & conditions and limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, & other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay & 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 disabled travellers (see also 5.3 under Trip 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 trip 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. VALIDITY The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from August 2019 to March 2021. 3. OPERATING COMPANIES The programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by: Contiki US Holdings Inc, 5551 Katella Ave, Cypress, CA 90630 with the exception of the Mexico trips on p.73 which are operated by Journey Mexico, Francisco Medina Ascencio #2039, Interior #205, Puerto Vallarta Jalisco CP 48333 Mexico. Grand Alaska, Mighty Yosemite and the Southwest National Park trips are operated by Go Trek USA dba Bindlestiff Tours. 4952 S Rainbow Blvd #161 Las Vegas, Nevada 89118 4. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN: Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA. Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Guernsey. DATA PROTECTION STATEMENT Please be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by us. This information will be passed on to the principal and to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. We will only pass your information on to persons responsible for your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious rexquirements. (If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers we will be unable to provide your booking. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons.). Where the data might be passed on for marketing purposes, you have the right to opt out of future marketing. You also have a right of access to data held which can be obtained by writing to Contiki Holidays Ltd, Travel House, Rue du Manoir, St Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, GY1 2JH. This brochure was published in May 2019 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market. Please see contiki.com for complete & up to date terms & conditions.
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