Contiki Holidays USA & Canada eBrochure (Rand) 2015/16 by Contiki

USA & Canada

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Now and too late. THE

#NOREGRETS PHILOSOPHY

This is your youth. You only get to live it once, but if you do it right once is more than enough. Live life on your own terms – create the stories now that you’ll recount for decades to come. Make new friends from new places. Travel a lot. It’s the only thing you’ll buy that’ll make you richer.

Celebrate individuality, diversity, connections & a little bit of craziness. Find comfort outside your comfort zone. See the world through youthful eyes, with a little bit of naivety & a truckload of optimism. Live for the moment. Have #NOREGRETS, just memories. And above all... Make every moment count.

CONTENTS

Where we go 6 ways to go in the USA & Canada Ways to stay What we include ME Time = your free time Taste of USA & Canada How we travel Compare Contiki Contiki Facts + Savings & Deals Contiki Cares

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HIGH ENERGY TRIPS California Highlights Grand Southern Southern Adventure Eastern Discovery Wild Western LA to the Bay Western Highlights

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DISCOVERY PLUS TRIPS Epic Adventure Grand Northern Northern Adventure North by North East The Big West Eastern Escapade

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EASY PACE TRIPS Best of USA

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRIPS Canadian Encounter Revolutionary Roads Canada & the Rockies Grand Canadian

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WINTER & SKI Ski Tahoe options The Powder Rush

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FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS LA Explorer Waikiki Explorer New York New Year Las Vegas New Year New York Uncovered Discover Mexico with Contiki

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Got a question? Booking conditions How to book

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THE CONTIKI

DIFFERENCE There are lots of ways you could choose to travel the USA & Canada, but none is quite like Contiki. You’ll soon discover that travelling with us will give you the best possible experience with no hassle, the best team & more included. Travel with us & you’re choosing to get the best of each destination, with exclusive accommodation, food & experiences. It’s unbeatable value, every time. MORE CHOICE No two travellers are the same, which is why we offer 6 ways to explore the colourful cultures & sights of the USA & Canada. See p.6 & 7 for where we go & p.8 & 9 to find a travel style that suits you.

FOR 18-35s ONLY We’re all about exploring the world with like-minded people – we’re for 18-35 year olds, no younger, no older. And Contiki’s all about making new friends from around the world. Around 50% of our travellers set off solo, so don’t worry if you’re not bringing a friend from home.

MORE INCLUDED Our trips include everything you need to have the adventure of a lifetime & the best value: • We take care of all the logistics like booking the accommodation (think great, central hotels & some epic local overnights) • We include breakfast most days & delicious local meal experiences on us • We get you from place to place on wheels in our luxury coaches or in the air • Our team of young, fun & knowledgeable Trip Managers, Drivers & Local Guides know all about the destinations & the sights. No need for google maps now Check out p.12 & 13 for even more of what you’ll get.

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WHERE WE GO We visit some pretty incredible parts of THe USA & Canada, the only real question is – where will your adventure take you? Visit contiki.com/usa-canada

BRITISH COLUMBIA

ALBERTA

KAMLOOPS BANFF

WHISTLER

CALGARY

Vernon VANCOUVER

MONTANA

WASHINGTON OREGON

CODY

SOUTH

JACKSON HOLE

WYOMING

NEVADA Lake Tahoe

CALIFORNIA

Kanab LAS VEGAS

Los Angeles

MT. RUSHMORE

PARK CITY

UTAH

BASS LAKE

America’s top alpine resort, it’s where those in the know come to hit the slopes. Open all year round this place has it all: canoeing, ziplining, mountain biking & rafting plus so much more – get ready for your adventure to begin!

NORTH

YELLOWSTONE

IDAHO

SAN FRANCISCO

Whistler Known as North

SASKATCHEWAN

JASPER

COLORADO DURANGO

GRAND CANYON

ARIZONA

ALBUQUERQUE AMARILLO

SAN DIEGO PHOENIX

NEW MEXICO

TEXAS

Los Angeles Home to Hollywood, Rodeo Drive & Venice Beach – get ready for grit, glamour & electric energy in the iconic city where dreams are made. Tour the city with a local, drive along the famous Sunset Strip then hit the LA hotspots.

HONOLULU

HAWAII

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MANITOBA

QUEBEC ONTARIO QUEBEC CITY

MONTREAL

MAINE

WISCONSIN

DAKOTA

TORONTO

MICHIGAN SIOUX FALLS

NEBRASKA

IOWA

CLEVELAND

CHICAGO

PENNSYLVANIA Philadelphia

Pittsburgh

INDIANA

OHIO

RALEIGH

N.CAROLINA

MEMPHIS

LOUISIANA

S.CAROLINA GEORGIA

SAVANNAH

ALABAMA PANAMA CITY BEACH

DALLAS/FORT WORTH

new york

VIRGINIA

KENTUCKY

MISSISSIPPI

CONNECTICUT

One of Canada’s coolest cities, this multi-cultural hotspot is constantly voted one of the world’s most liveable cities – you won’t want to leave! See the CN Tower, opt to take a brewery tour or hit the water on a Niagara Falls boat cruise.

MARYLAND

W.VIRGINIA

TENNESSEE ARKANSAS

BOSTON

WASHINGTON DC

KANSAS MISSOURI

Toronto & Niagara Falls

MASSACHUSETTS

NEW YORK

Niagara Falls

MADISON

ILLINOIS

OKLAHOMA

NEW HAMPSHIRE

MINNESOTA

NEW JERSEY

DAKOTA

ST. AUGUSTINE

NEW ORLEANS ORLANDO

DAYTONA BEACH

FLORIDA MIAMI

New York Welcome to the city that never sleeps! Visit the Statue of Liberty, take in the epic views from the top of the Empire State building or opt to fly over the city in a helicopter tour. Wall Street, Soho, Greenwich Village... the list is endless.

New Orleans

Discover the soulful culture of ‘The Big Easy’, meander the French Quarter, feast on some Southern cuisine & get down & dirty on Bourbon Street after dark!

Miami Experience the beachside playground of Miami, see the famous Art Deco buildings, chill on South Beach or roller blade along the boardwalk before getting into the groove of the city on a party cruise. key Overnight stops

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6 WAYS TO TRAVEL DISCOVERY PLUS 6 TRIPS, 13-56 DAYS See & do it all with the very best inclusions, like ticking off the White House, Vegas, Lady Liberty & more. • See more • Do more • More included • Central overnights

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER 4 TRIPS, 7-22 DAYS Ideal for culture lovers wanting a unique experience & more free time to explore, these In-Depth trips will truly get you local. • More Local Guides • More local meals • Less travel time

HIGH ENERGY 7 TRIPS, 7-27 DAYS Looking to let loose, discover everything & party like never before? High Energy trips are fast-paced, action-packed & once in a lifetime. • Epic sights • Amazing nightlife • A high energy experience

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Welcome to the land famed for everything from blazing sunshine to epic surf breaks, world-famous powder runs & show-stopping sights. Whether a seasoned expert or new adventurer, we’ve got a travel style that will help you get the experience you want in the USA & Canada.

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EASY PACE 1 TRIP, 14 DAYS Later morning starts, longer time spent in each city & even more ME Time means more time to explore, taste, shop & relax in the USA you love. • More ME Time • Minimum 3 night stays • Included flights

WINTER & SKI 4 TRIPS, 8-14 DAYS Fewer crowds, fewer queues, same awesome adventure. We’ve got year-round US adventures as well as epic ski & board experiences in Tahoe & Canada’s Banff & Whistler in winter. Let it snow! • Year-round USA trips • Ski & board in Canada or Tahoe

FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS 5 TRIPS, 3-5 DAYS Whether it’s relaxing beachside, an action-packed city break, or a NYE you’ll never forget, we’ve got you covered. • All hotels • Mega ME Time • City explorers, NYE trips & relaxing breaks

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WITH US, COMFORT, LOCATION & GREAT FACILITIES ARE AT THE TOP OF THE PRIORITY LIST. Visit contiki.com/waystostay-usa-canada for more details of our awesome accommodation Keeping in touch is easy with WiFi at all of the places we stay

Picture yourself here: right next to the ocean, this boutique hotel boasts a gym, outdoor pool, spa & rooftop sun deck.

HOTEL CROYDON, MIAMI

HARRAH’S HOTEL, LAS VEGAS

Wake up in this historic building in the centre of downtown San Fran. Free WiFi, gym & city views make it the perfect city stay.

Stay in the heart of Las Vegas on the world-famous ‘Strip’. Eat, play & party in most fabulous city on Earth.

HOTEL WHITCOMB, SAN FRANCISCO

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HOTELS: Comfort, great locations & a home away from home. Wake up fresh & ready for a new day of discovery, every day. Think central NYC hotel only minutes from the action, or sea views in Daytona, a stone’s throw from the beach.

UNIQUE SPECIAL STAYS: Stay in a chalet overlooking the Canadian Rockies, or a resort on picturesque Bass Lake, both with WiFi & the wow factor. What’s not to love?

SHERATON HOTEL, FORT WORTH

Relax in the heated pool & stay connected with free WiFi at this centrally located hotel.

Stay in the heart of the city, only 4 blocks from Central Park on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, in comfort & style.

THE BEACON HOTEL, NYC

Killer views? Tick. Home from home comfort? Tick. More recreational activities than you know what to do with? Tick!

THE PINES RESORT, BASS LAKE

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MORE INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

SEE THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE FROM LAND & WATER

WE KNOW WHAT TO SEE & DO WHILE YOU’RE HERE, SO WE INCLUDE IT. WE TAKE THE HASSLE OUT OF BEING A STRANGER IN A NEW CITY & GET YOU STRAIGHT INTO THE HEART OF THE ACTION. As well as an amazing team, great accommodation & transport, we also show you the sights that you’ve got to see, organise the tickets & let you get the most out of your time by skipping to the front of the queues giving you the best possible experience.

HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT WE INCLUDE • Visit a historic plantation home • Sunset sailing in San Francisco Bay • Visiting Grand Canyon National Park • A limo ride & champagne in Vegas

• 5, 4, 3, 2, 1... you’ll blast off at the Kennedy Space Center • Feeling the spray as you cruise to the base of the incredible Niagara Falls • A bird’s eye view of Manhattan from the Empire State Building

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LAKE LOUISE, CANADA

OUR TEAM BIKE TOUR, SOUTH BEACH, MIAMI

SAY FAREWELL TO GOOGLE MAPS & TRAVEL STRESS – OUR TEAM TAKE CARE OF THE HASSLE. Our team is the best trained in the industry. Just like you, they love to travel & are young & fun. With a two-person team of a Trip Manager & Driver, they’ve got you covered on anything & everything in the USA & Canada. Combine this with our Local Guides who give you the inside track on destinations & you’re ready to go. NO STRESS: Transport & travel sorted, plus bookings and entry into sites – all taken care of by our team. NO HASSLE: No question is too hard, plus knowledge on every single spot. EXPERT LOCAL KNOWLEDGE: They’re all locals, or those who now call the USA or Canada home – they know each destination like the back of their hands. Plus passionate Local Guides add even more depth to your experience – priceless insider access at no extra cost. THE BEST: Awesome travel buddies who will make sure you have the best time exploring these incredible countries.

LIMO RIDE & CHAMPAGNE, LAS VEGAS

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ME TIME ME TIME = FREE TIME TO DO WHAT YOU WANT, THE WAY YOU WANT. Your trip is what you make it, so our trips include plenty of free time for you to do some exploring on your own terms. Get ready to tick some things off that bucket list! We’ve got a heap of epic ME Time optionals that are hand-picked to showcase the very best of each destination & take your trip to the next level. We organise them for you, get you there & make sure you get great prices too. BUCKET LIST • Heli flight over the Grand Canyon • Miami party cruise • Toronto brewery tour • Cirque du Soleil in Las Vegas • Zipline adventure in Whistler • Whitewater rafting in Jasper • Snowmobile ride in Durango ...and that’s just the start. To ﬁnd out more visit contiki.com/metime

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

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HOT AIR BALLOONING, ALBUQUERQUE

WHITEWATER RAFTING, JASPER

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/METIME FOR WHAT YOU COULD HELI RIDE, NYC

GET UP TO

DURANGO, COLORADO

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• INCLUDED BREAKFAST MOST DAYS • PLENTY OF FOODIE ME TIME • INCLUDED MUST-TRY MEALS

Get into stateside favourites, from clam chowder & fried chicken to pancakes & waffles. Take a foodie journey & taste famous American cuisine, think a delicious Southern-style feast, a Chinatown dinner in San Francisco & a deep-dish pizza in Chicago. Yum! And this is how we do it: Breakfast: Fuel up on breakfast, included most days of your adventure.

Lunch: Don’t cut the day short for an included lunch, follow your nose to a café, grab an In-N-Out burger in LA or some famous pretzels in NYC.

Dinner: Think delicious. It’s all about the real experience & great tastes.

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BANFF GONDOLA RIDE

LAS VEGAS LIMO

HOW WE TRAVEL

INCLUDED INTERNAL FLIGHTS

SAN FRANCISCO CABLE CAR

ALL TRAVEL INCLUDED, AND WE GET YOU WHERE YOU NEED TO BE, FAST, SO YOU EXPERIENCE MORE.

HOW WE TRAVEL

Let us take the hassle out of travelling & say no to local buses & randoms. Our comfy coaches get you from A to B with ease (accommodation pickups, and your bags loaded for you…yes please!) plus you’ll see parts of the world you just wouldn’t see if you travelled any other way. So, recline that seat, pop your music on & take in all the awesome views as you hit the road.

• INCLUDED INTERNAL FLIGHTS (BEST OF USA, BIG WEST & GRAND CANADIAN)

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• LUXURY PRIVATE CONTIKI COACHES WITH AIR-CON • BOAT & CATAMARAN RIDES

• LOCAL EXPERIENCES: ICE EXPLORERS, CABLE CARS, TRAMS, IN-AIR GONDOLAS & MORE

COMPARE CONTIKI CONTIKI IS ALL ABOUT SEEING THE BEST SIGHTS, MAKING EPIC MEMORIES & NO HASSLE. WE’VE COMPARED A DAY IN SAN FRANCISCO WITH CONTIKI VS GOING IT ALONE. YOU SIMPLY CAN’T DO WHAT WE DO FOR LESS MONEY & LESS HASSLE! WITH CONTIKI ACCOMMODATION

GOING IT ALONE

Good Morning San Francisco! Super central hotel, comfy bed, ready to start the day fresh. (Included)

Wow... I am way out of town & this bed is a little harder than I’m used to. ($145 per night)

BREAKFAST

Nothing like starting the day full & ready for adventure. (Included)

Super hungry & desperate for coffee… where is that café? ($18.50)

TRANSPORT

Loving the included local transport pass on the San Francisco Municipal Railway (MUNI) & our Trip Manager leading the way. (Included)

Now, how do I get into town? Bus or tram? My Google maps aren’t loading…. ($26) for a 3 day pass on the San Francisco Municipal Railway (MUNI).

SIGHTSEEING

Hello Golden Gate Bridge! Amazing catamaran cruise under the bridge, cruising past Alcatraz, delicious food & drinks too. (Included)

Where’s the booking confirmation for that sightseeing cruise? ($50)

So many awesome things to do in this city! The Trip Manager has pointed me in the direction of the shops, so off I go.

I know there are some cool shops in this city somewhere, need to find some WiFi so I can figure this out…

Heading to Chinatown (the largest outside Asia) for a locally guided tour & dinner (Included), then out for a few late night drinks as I have my MUNI pass to get home. (Included)

Where should I go for dinner? Maybe some Chinese food ($20), then taxi back to the hotel. ($13)

ME TIME / FREE TIME

DINNER

TOTAL TRIPS FROM

AVERAGE

R1973 P/D

R3061P/D

And don’t just take our word for it. Check out our trips online & read our traveller reviews for info straight from those that know it best – our travellers! * Prices based on XE.com exchange rates as at 26th May, 2015 at the locations stated actual costs may change without notice sightseeing cost comparison is based on similar activities to what is included in a Contiki trip price. Contiki pricing based on Winter LA to the Bay departures Dec 2015 to Mar 2016 excluding peak price departures

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IS ALL WE DO

SAVE YOUR TIME TRAVEL PIONEERS We’re the original travel company for young explorers & after 53 years, we’re still the original & the best

ALL ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED, EVERY NIGHT! No researching on TripAdvisor necessary with Contiki!

HERE’S A LITTLE SNAPSHOT OF WHY TRAVELLING WITH CONTIKI IS AN EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER.

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Contiki Team members around the world

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

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

GOLD SEAL PROTECTION ME TIME = FREE TIME The only thing fixed is your destination – the rest is up to you

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Our Gold Seal means that if you cancel your trip before you leave South Africa, we won’t charge you a cent. And if you’re ill or have to leave the trip early for personal reasons, Gold Seal will refund you R90 for each day that you miss & will cover your air ticket costs. Travel Agent fees may apply. See more on p.66

YOU CAN DO IT! 50% of our travellers go solo. It’s all about a great blend of groups, couples & friends – all like-minded explorers

BOOK EARLY & SAVE It’s really pretty simple. Book & pay early for the best deal on your trip. Don’t miss out on these great deals. Check contiki.com/deals for the latest.

BOOK WITH FRIENDS We believe in the principle of the more the merrier! Start early & get your friends on board for an amazing adventure. HERE’S HOW YOU CAN SAVE, IT’S REALLY PRETTY SIMPLE • 4 OR MORE – everyone saves 5% • 7 OR MORE – everyone saves 7.5% • 10 OR MORE – everyone saves 10% (or…invite an 11th & bring them, or yourself, for free.)

#1 SAVE UP TO R12235* Pay in full on or before 17th September, 2015 & save up to 10%

#2 SAVE UP TO R9175* Pay in full on or before 26th November, 2015 & save up to 7.5%

PART PAY

TRAVELLING AGAIN?

CHECK OUT THE BEST DEALS ON CONTIKI TRIPS AT Travelled with us or one of our sister companies before? Welcome back to the family with 5% additional discount

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BOOK 2 OR MORE TRIPS

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

WITH ALL WE INCLUDE, YOU CAN’T DO WHAT WE DO, FOR LESS.

$$$ Can’t get enough of Contiki? We know the feeling. Book 2 trips of 7+ days & get R300 off your second trip!

It’s just another way you’ll save when you travel Contiki.

These facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, extra accomodation. Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights that start or end your trip). You can combine loyalty discounts (‘travelling again’), group discounts (book with friends’), multi trip discounts (‘2 or more’) & early payment (‘pay early’) discounts on trips of 7 days or longer. ‘Pay early’ savings only apply to departures on or after 31st October 2015 they do not apply to bookings made within 45 days of trip departure & Calgary Stampede departures & may not be combined with Last Minute deals. Group discounts (‘book with friends’) is available on all trips. Pay early savings of R12,235 & R9175 based on Epic Adventure p 38-39.

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YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

CONTIKI CARES Since 2008, Contiki has been partnered with some incredible organisations & people that we continue to support. These provide support for sustainability & conservation initiatives & educating travellers through Earth Month expeditions. Check out: contiki.com/storytellers, contiki.com/contikicares & treadright.org for more.

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POWERED BY THE TREADRIGHT FOUNDATION, CONTIKI CARES IS ON A VERY EXCITING JOURNEY; A JOURNEY TO CREATE A COMMUNITY OF YOUNG & PASSIONATE PEOPLE WHO SIMULTANEOUSLY LIVE WITH CONSCIENCE & LIVE TO TRAVEL.

TIMELINE OF CONTIKI CARES PROJECTS

2008

2011

TreadRight launches

Sustainable Coastlines

2014

2012 MAR Leadership Oceana

2013 Sharks Count

Sea Turtle Conservancy Surfrider Australia

2015 Centro de Textiles Tradicionales del Cusco

RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL: BE THE CHANGE WE NEVER CEASE TO BE AMAZED BY THE RESPONSIBLE ATTITUDE OF SO MANY OF OUR TRAVELLERS. There’s no better education than travel. Exploring the world opens your eyes to different cultures, different communities & a new way of living, and travelling responsibly goes hand in hand with this. Small steps make big waves, we can help protect the places that have given us countless #NOREGRETS moments, for years to come. BE THE CHANGE Responsible travel is about respect for the destinations we visit, its communities, culture, and environment. If we travel responsibly, we have the opportunity to leave a positive impact. Although there are countless ways to travel sustainably, here are a few ways we help to benefit the communities we visit, and the environment: • We actively support locally owned operators & suppliers to provide support for our trips • We contribute to the protection & preservation of local historical, archaeological & other significant sites • We incorporate elements of local art & cultural heritage in the experiences we offer • We support & contribute to biodiversity conservation, including natural protected areas & areas of high biodiversity

COACH TRANSPORT: A GREENER WAY TO TRAVEL Coach travel consistently comes out top as the greenest travel option, and we can prove it. Research has shown that one full coach has five times less carbon dioxide emissions, per passenger per kilometre, than a plane on the same route. Or, in car terms, for every full coach there are 16 fewer cars on the road.

CONTIKI + DETROIT DIESEL DD13 ENGINES = A HAPPIER PLANET Since we started exploring the world over 53 years ago, coach travel has remained our primary form of exploring the world. Gone are beat-up old minivans, and in their place there is a fleet of super sleek, sexy & impossibly efficient coaches. The DD13 engine uses BlueTec Emissions technology to convert all the dangerous fumes into a mixture of harmless products for the environment. Detroit Diesel just recently achieved greenhouse gas 2014 (GHG14) regulations, a full year ahead of the mandate for certification by The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

THE RECYCLING REVOLUTION Imagine the number of travellers who go on a Contiki trip each year. Then imagine the number of plastic water bottles each traveller brings with them. A LOT (we’re talking tonnes & tonnes of plastic). Knowing that it takes 1 plastic bottle 700 years to decompose in landfill, we knew that something needed to be done. Now, each Contiki coach collects & recycles travellers’ empty water bottles. We also we sell aluminium water bottles on our trips & encourage travellers to fill up on the go. And that’s not all! Our driver uniform shirts are made by Crankworks, a company who manufacture clothing out of recycled plastic bottles.

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5 WAYS TO TREAD LIGHTLY WHEN TRAVELLING 1. Bring a reusable water bottle & reduce the use of plastics.

2. Explore cities by foot, bike or public transport on your ME Time to reduce your carbon footprint. 3. Switch off when you’re not in your hotel room to conserve energy.

4. Buy local – you’ll support the communities you visit & help reduce shipping from other countries. 5. Conserve water in hotels by turning off the taps when not in use – water is a scarce resource in many of the countries we visit.

CONTIKI LOVES THE PLANET EACH YEAR CONTIKI & ITS TRAVEL CORPORATION SISTER COMPANIES TAKE PART IN VARIOUS CONSERVATION PROJECTS, TO SPOTS LIKE THE GRAND CANYON & MORE RECENTLY YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, TO GIVE BACK BY REMOVING INVASIVE PLANTS & COLLECTING NATIVE SEEDS FOR REPLANTING NATIVE PLANTS. IT’S JUST ANOTHER WAY OUR TEAM GIVE BACK IN THE DESTINATIONS WE VISIT.

Contiki, as part of The Travel Corporation, is proud to be using 100% recycled LEIPA paper for the body of our brochures.

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HIGH ENERGY

PREPARE FOR DAYS SPENT DISCOVERING THE SIGHTS, INDULGING IN YOUR FAVOURITE PASTIMES & EXPERIENCING THE THRILLS OF AMERICA. AS NIGHT TIME FALLS, THE PARTY GETS GOING & THE ATMOSPHERE HEATS UP AS WE SHOW YOU SOME OF THE USA’S MOST INFAMOUS PARTY SPOTS. 7 TRIPS, 7-27 DAYS

INCLUDED

California Highlights............................... p.25

• Twin-share hotel accommodation, and ‘room to myself’ options for a little extra

Grand Southern ........................................ p.26 Southern Adventure................................ p.28 Eastern Discovery .................................... p.30 Wild Western ............................................. p.32 LA to the Bay............................................. p.34 Western Highlights ................................. p.36

• Breakfast when it counts, plus many included dinners • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Included activities such as a limo ride down the Vegas Strip & a visit to the Kennedy Space Center

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• Sightseeing tours of all major cities • A modern air-conditioned coach with things you’ll love like on-board WiFi, power points, movies & a sound system that rocks • ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at all overnight stops.

Idaho

Lake Tahoe (Winter trips) 3 3 san francisco

NEVADA Utah

Yosemite National Park

2 bass lake LAS VEGAS 1

CALIFORNIA

Mojave Desert

Arizona

Los Angeles

1 World Heritage site visited Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays Optional end city

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LOS ANGELES

SNAPSHOT

CALIFORNIA HIGHLIGHTS

+ SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE

NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

7 DAYS - 2 STATES FROM R16135 PP*/R2305 P/DAY*

Special Stay: 2 nights at The Pines Resort overlooking Bass Lake, & 4 nights in twin-share hotels

SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R1935. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

7 ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Las Vegas. Meet your Trip Manager this afternoon & tonight be part of the Vegas buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’ & hit up Sin City’s party hot spots! Hotel Experience some of the world’s largest hotels & casinos Limo ride & champagne Non-stop nightlife M See a Cirque du Soleil show

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Day 2: Las Vegas to Bass Lake. Say goodbye to the party in the desert & hello to outdoor adventures awaiting you in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. (D) Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Drive past Joshua trees – the famous symbol of the Mojave Desert

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Days 2 - 4: Ski or board at Lake Tahoe. If you’re travelling between December - March, this trip packs in 3 fun-filled days of snow sports action at Lake Tahoe (instead of Yosemite). Hotel (D)(D)(B)(B). Look for departures marked in the price panel on this page (WWCA). Day 3: Yosemite National Park. Enjoy the natural beauty of Yosemite – mountains, rock formations, meadows, waterfalls & wild flowers. Hike or bike around the valley floor & explore. Hotel (B,D) Relax in the stunning mountain paradise of Bass Lake – swim, soak up some sun & enjoy watersports (seasonal) See Yosemite’s famous rock formations, El Capitan & Half Dome See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Falls (seasonal)

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Day 4: Bass Lake to San Francisco. Head out of the mountains & into one of America’s most colourful & chilled cities. Catch awesome bay views as you cross the Oakland Bay & Golden Gate bridges. Hotel (B)

the Golden Gate Bridge • Cross North Beach, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, • See Haight-Ashbury, & the city’s iconic cable cars Fisherman’s Wharf • Visit travel pass • Muni • Sunset catamaran cruise Days 5 - 6: San Francisco. There’s so much to do in this beautiful & cosmopolitan city for two full days. Ride the historic cable cars, hit the streets by bike, shop in Union Square, feel the hippie vibe in HaightAshbury, tour notorious Alcatraz Island, or stroll through Golden Gate Park Hotel (B,D)(D) Chinatown dinner M Bike the Bay M California Academy of Science

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Day 7: San Francisco to Los Angeles This morning you can choose to end your adventure in San Francisco or head south & finish up in Los Angeles. Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm if ending in LA. Please Note:

* Prices are based on twin-share (triple-share only in

Bass Lake with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. WWAV: Summer single room supplement of R4715. WWCA: Winter single room supplement of R5505. ✱ WWCA: Winter peak single room supplement for 2016 of R8115. ✝ These trips stay 3 nights in Lake Tahoe & 2 nights in San Francisco. For these trips use code WWCA. ✚ These trips are 8 days long & overnight in Carpinteria ● Trip spends Xmas at Lake Tahoe ■ Trip spends New Year’s Eve at Lake Tahoe. ▲ Trip spends Xmas in San Francisco. ◆ Trip spends Xmas in Tahoe. ▼ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in San Francisco. Trip starts 4:00pm in Las Vegas & ends approx. 11:00am in SF & approx. 5:30pm in LA.

TRAVELLING EARLY?

INCLUDED MEALS

Travelling between 6th Oct 2015 & 15th March 2016? The below trips (WWAV/WWCA 2015/16) are 8 days long & feature a slightly modified itinerary, these trips overnight in Carpinteria. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/california for full details.

3 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D)

Code: WWAV/WWCA 2015/16 Start Finish Total Start Finish Total Cost Cost Las Los Las Los Vegas Angeles R pp* Vegas Angeles R pp* 2015 2015 Oct 6 Oct 13 19095 Dec 29 ✝■ ◗ Jan 5 20575 Oct 13 Oct 20 19095 2016 Oct 20 Oct 27 19095 Oct 27 Nov 3 19095 Jan 5 ✝ Jan 12 17155 Nov 3 Nov 10 19095 Jan 12 ✝ Jan 19 17155 Nov 17 Nov 24 19095 Jan 19 ✝ Jan 26 17155 Nov 24 Dec 1 19095 Feb 2 ✝ Feb 9 17155 Feb 23 17155 Dec 1 Dec 8 19095 Feb 16 ✝ Mar 8 17155 Dec 8 ✝ Dec 15 17155 Mar 1 ✝ Mar 15 17155 Dec 15 ✝ Dec 22 17155 Mar 8 ✝ Mar 22 17155 Dec 22 ✝●◗ Dec 29 20575 Mar 15 ✝ WWAV: Summer single room supplement of R5555. WWCA: Winter single room supplement of R5695. ◗ WWCA: Winter peak single room supplement for 2015 of R11235. Trip starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 5:30pm.

Code: WWAV/WWCA 2016/17 Start Las Vegas 2016 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 May 3 May 17 May 24 Jun 7 Jun 18 Jun 21 Jul 2 Jul 5 Jul 16 Jul 19 Jul 23 Jul 30 Aug 9 Aug 13 Aug 27 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Oct 4 Oct 11 Oct 18 Oct 25

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct

18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 18199 17315 17315 17315 17315

18 25 2 9 23 30 13 24 27 8 11 22 25 29 5 15 19 2 19 26 3 10 17 24 31

Start Las Vegas 2016 Nov 1 Nov 8 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 29 Dec 6 Dec 13 Dec 17 Dec 20 Dec 24 Dec 27 2017 Jan 3 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Feb 7 Feb 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 7 Mar 11 Mar 14

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec ✝ Dec ✝ Dec ▲✝ Dec ✱ ◆✝Dec ▼✝ Jan

7 14 21 28 5 12 19 23 26 30 2

17315 17315 17315 17315 17315 17315 16135 16135 16135 19355 16135

✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝

9 16 23 30 6 13 20 27 6 13 17 20

16135 16135 16135 16135 16135 16135 16135 16135 16135 16135 16135 16135

Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar

INCLUSIONS • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride & champagne • Discover the real San Fran with a Muni travel pass • Treat your tastebuds with a Chinatown dinner & tour in San Fran • Sit back, chill & enjoy the San Fran sunset on a catamaran cruise Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS Look for the M symbol in the itinerary & visit contiki.com for more VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ CALIFORNIA

USA & CANADA 2015-17

22 STATES

HIGH ENERGY

SEE MAP BELOW OR VISIT CONTIKI.COM FOR FULL LIST

27 DAYS - FROM R58425 PP*/R2164 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R6155. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

SAVE

Oregon NEW YORK Idaho New York

Wyoming PENNSYLVANIA

NEW

Philadelphia

JERSEY

Manitoba MARYLAND

Ohio

WASHINGTON DC 3 UTAH

NEVADA

COLORADO

W.Virginia Illinois

LAS VEGAS 2

Route 66

CALIFORNIA

Monument Valley

Los Angeles

Kansas

Richmond

Kentucky

Missouri

1 RALEIGH N.CAROLINA

Santa Fe

TENNESSEE ARKANSAS

1 ARIZONA

Indiana

VIRGINIA

DURANGO 1

2 GRAND CANYON

Mojave Desert

DELAWARE

ALBUQUERQUE

AMARILLO 1

Oklahoma

MEMPHIS 2

S.CAROLINA

Little Rock

Charleston

NEW MEXICO

GEORGIA

MISSISSIPPI Jackson

TEXAS

2 DALLAS/ FORt WORTH

2 SAVANNAH

ALABAMA

LOUISIANA

PANAMA CITY BEACH 1

1 ST. AUGUSTINE

2 NEW ORLEANS

DAYTONA 1 BEACH ORLANDO 2

2 World Heritage sites visited MIAMI

Places visited Nightstops

Kennedy Space Center

FLORIDA

2 MIAMI

GRAND SOUTHERN ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Meet up with your Contiki Team & head out across the vast Mojave Desert to the bright lights of legendary Las Vegas. Hotel (D) Evening tour of the world-famous ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street & see the light-&-laser show

• •

Day 2: Las Vegas. Be part of the Vegas buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax & work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B) Experience some of the world’s largest hotels & casinos Limo ride & champagne Non-stop nightlife M See a Cirque du Soleil show

• • •

Day 13: New Orleans. With a free day to simmer in the warm & soulful culture of “The Big Easy”, meander through the French Quarter, feast on Southern cuisine, feel the spell of voodoo & this evening, get dancing in this party town! Hotel (B) Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street M Air boat swamp tour

•

Day 14: New Orleans to Panama City Beach. Head through “Sweet Home Alabama” to Florida’s Panama City Beach where you truly relax on the white sand beaches & swim in the crystal clear waters. Hotel (B,D) Day 15: Panama City Beach to Orlando. Leave the beach behind & get set for the energy of Florida’s entertainment hub, Orlando. Hotel (B) Day 16: Orlando. The thrill & excitement of Orlando’s many theme parks like Disney World, will keep you fully entertained day & night! Hotel (B) One-way transfer to the amusement parks

Day 4: Grand Canyon National Park. Take in this epic place today, a camera is a must. Hike, walk, or maybe opt for a helicopter flight for an up-close experience with this natural wonder. Lodge (B) Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint (Seasonal) M Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon (seasonal)

Day 17: Orlando to Miami. Venture south to the beachside playground of Miami. Hotel (B,D) See downtown Miami M Ride Thriller & see the lifestyles of the rich & famous

• •

Day 5: Grand Canyon to Durango via Monument Valley. Snap some photos of Monument Valley’s ‘Wild West’ landscape before arriving in the hip mountain town of Durango, the gateway to the Rocky Mountains. Hotel (D) Visit Monument Valley See the Painted Desert

• •

Day 6: Durango to Albuquerque. It’s time for an action-packed day in Durango, an adventure seeker’s paradise. Then it’s on to Albuquerque. Hotel (B,D) Scenic drive through the Rocky Mountains M Whitewater rafting (seasonal)

•

Day 7: Albuquerque to Amarillo. Explore the exotic mix of Native American & Hispanic cultures in artistic Santa Fe. Then stop & add your graffiti to the eclectic “Cadillac Ranch” roadside icon on your way into “Cowboy Country”. Hotel (D) Experience Big Texan culture & food Visit the off-beat Cadillac Ranch M Hot air ballooning

• •

Day 8: Amarillo to Dallas/Fort Worth. We’re off to Dallas, where you’ll discover why everything is bigger & better in Texas! Hotel (B,D) Day 9: Dallas/Fort Worth. From big cars to big hair to big belt buckles & big attitude – you’ll see it all as you explore this slick city nicknamed “Big D.” Hotel (B) Visit the John F. Kennedy 6th Floor Museum Visit Fort Worth Stockyards

• •

Day 10: Dallas/Fort Worth to Memphis. Stop in Little Rock as we head through the Deep South to Memphis, the birth-place of blues, rock ‘n’ roll & soul music. Hotel (B,D) See the Little Rock Central High School & delve deeper into the Civil Rights Movement Cross the Mississippi River

• •

Day 11: Memphis. Pay homage to “The King” on a tour of Graceland. Later, make your pilgrimage through this ‘musical mecca’ before partying on the world-famous Beale Street. Hotel (B) See the Civil Rights Museum & Sun Studios Visit Beale Street, home of blues music Tour Graceland M Rock & Soul Museum tour

• • •

Day 12: Memphis to New Orleans. Let the good times roll as we take you sightseeing through French-influenced New Orleans, & the birthplace of jazz music. Hotel (B) See the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market M Taste of New Orleans dinner

•

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 24 nights in twin-share hotels, 2 nights in a twin-share lodge

Day 3: Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon. Get your kicks on historic Route 66 as you journey to the breath-taking Grand Canyon. Lodge (D) Stop for photos & souvenirs

•

SNAPSHOT

• •

Day 18: Miami. Get into the groove of this fun global city – chill on the beach, grab some roller blades, shop ‘til you drop, or star spot in South Beach’s hottest clubs. Hotel (B) See the famous Art Deco architecture

•

Day 19: Miami to Daytona Beach. This morning we’ll head to the racing capital of the East Coast, Daytona Beach. Hotel (D) Day 20: Daytona Beach to St. Augustine via Kennedy Space Center. We visit KSC before heading to charming & historic St. Augustine. Hotel (B) Tour Kennedy Space Center See Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, a 300-year old fortress

• •

Day 21: St. Augustine to Savannah. Walk the famous squares of Savannah before an evening out along its busy waterfront. Hotel (B) See the historic city squares, homes & gardens made famous by the film ‘Forrest Gump’

•

Day 22: Charleston. Get a full dose of Southern charm with a day trip to historic Charleston. Stroll the cobblestone streets & take in the beautiful 17th century homes along Church St. Take a horse & carriage ride or dig into a “low country” favourite – shrimp & grits. Hotel (B) Visit a historic plantation home

•

Day 23: Savannah to Raleigh. Today we are off to the Tar Heel State, North Carolina where we spend the night in the college town of Raleigh. Hotel (B,D) Day 24: Raleigh to Washington D.C. On your way to the nation’s capital, take a break in Richmond, a city steeped in American history. Tonight, tour D.C. after dark. Hotel (B,D) See the Pentagon, White House, Capitol Building & Washington Monument See the Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR & Korean Memorials

• •

Days 25 - 26: Washington D.C. You have two free days to explore D.C.’s best. Maybe hire a bike to see all the famous memorials & monuments & choose from an endless list of other must-do’s, including museums, shopping, sports & nightlife. Hotel (D) Visit the Smithsonian Museums Visit Arlington National Cemetery & see the changing of the guard

• •

Day 27: Washington D.C. to New York via Philadelphia. Leaving the capital behind, we continue on to New York. First up is Philadelphia. Check out Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed & see the historic Liberty Bell – Philadelphia’s landmark. Don’t forget to try a Philly cheese steak sandwich, a local specialty, before we head to famous New York City where it’s time to say goodbye to our friends. (B)

TRAVELLING EARLY?

Travelling between 24th Sept 2015 & 28th Jan 2016? The below trips (GSLA 2015/2016) are 26 days long & feature a modified itinerary spending 1 night in Savannah. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/grand-southern for full details.

INCLUDED MEALS 20 breakfasts (B), 13 dinners (D)

Code: GSLA 2015/16 Start Los Angeles

Finish New York

2015 Sep 24 Oct 1 Oct 12 Oct 22 Nov 5 Nov 19

Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec

19 26 6 16 30 14

Total Cost R pp*

Start Los Angeles

Finish New York

Total Cost R pp*

54465 54465 54465 54465 54465 54465

2015 Dec 10 ● Jan 4 Dec 24 ■ Jan 18 2016 Jan 7 Feb 1 Jan 28 Feb 22

54465 54465 54465 54465

Single room supplement of R20495.

Code: GSLA 2016/17 Start Los Angeles

Finish New York

2016 Apr 6 Apr 13 Apr 20 Apr 27 May 4 May 11 May 18 May 25 Jun 8 Jun 15 Jun 19 Jun 22 Jun 29 Jul 6 Jul 13 Jul 17 Jul 20 Jul 24 Jul 27 Aug 3 Aug 10

May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep

Total Cost R pp*

2 9 16 23 30 6 13 20 4 11 15 18 25 1 8 12 15 19 22 29 5

59999 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 61569 59769

Start Los Angeles

Finish New York

Total Cost R pp*

2016 Aug 17 Sep 12 Aug 24 Sep 19 Aug 31 Sep 26 Sep 14 Oct 10 Sep 21 Oct 17 Sep 28 Oct 24 Oct 5 Oct 31 Oct 12 Nov 7 Oct 19 Nov 14 Oct 26 Nov 21 Nov 2 Nov 28 Nov 16 Dec 12 Dec 7 ▲ Jan 2 Dec 14 ◆ Jan 9 Dec 21 ✱ Jan 16 2017 Jan 4 Jan 30 Jan 25 Feb 20 Feb 15 Mar 13

59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769 59769

Single room supplement of R23025.

TRAVELLING EARLY? Travelling between 30th Oct 2015 & 26th Feb 2016? The below trips (GSNY 2015/2016) are 26 days long & feature a modified itinerary spending 1 night in Savannah. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/grand-southern for full details.

Finish Los Angeles

2015 Oct 30 Nov Nov 20 Dec Dec 4 ▼ Dec Dec 18 ❚ Jan

24 15 29 12

Total Cost R pp*

Start New York

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

53115 53115 53115 53115

2016 Jan 8 Jan 22 Feb 5 Feb 26

Feb Feb Mar Mar

53115 53115 53115 53115

2 16 1 22

Single room supplement of R20495.

Code: GSNY 2016/17 Start New York

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

Start New York

2016 Aug 23 Oct 14 Oct 21 Oct 28 Nov 11 Nov 18 Dec 2 ▼

Sep Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec

58425 58425 58425 58425 58425 58425 58425

2016 Dec 16 ◗ Jan 11 2017 Jan 6 Feb 1 Jan 13 Feb 8 Feb 3 Mar 1 Feb 24 Mar 22

18 9 16 23 7 14 28

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

M Experience the High Roller in Las Vegas M Heli flight over the Grand Canyon M Durango horseback riding (seasonal) M New Orleans School of Cooking M Universal Studios M Miami party cruise See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

58425 58425 58425 58425 58425

* 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. Single room supplement of R23025. ● Trip spends Xmas in Orlando. ■ Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas & New Year’s Eve in Dallas. ▲ Trip spends Xmas in Daytona & New Year’s Eve in Washington D.C. ◆ Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans & New Year’s Eve in Miami. ✱ Trip spends Xmas in Durango & New Year’s Eve in Memphis. ▼ Trip spends Xmas in the Grand Canyon. ❚ Trip spends Xmas in Miami & New Year’s Eve in New Orleans. ◗ Trip spends Xmas in Miami & New Year’s Eve in Memphis. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm.

• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

ME TIME OPTIONS

Code: GSNY 2015/16 Start New York

INCLUSIONS

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ GRAND-SOUTHERN

YOUR CHOICE Choose to start your trip in New York instead of LA (code GSNY).

Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

USA & CANADA 2015-17

CALIFORNIA/NEVADA ARIZONA/UTAH/COLORADO NEW MEXICO/TEXAS ARKANSAS/TENNESSEE MISSISSIPPI/LOUISIANA

HIGH ENERGY

13 DAYS - FROM R26225 PP*/R2018 P/DAY* SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R3199. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

NEVADA

UTAH

COLORADO Kansas

LAS VEGAS 2 CALIFORNIA Mojave Desert

Monument Valley

Route 66

2 GRAND CANYON

Los Angeles

ARIZONA

Missouri

1 DURANGO

Kentucky

Santa Fe

TENNESSEE

Oklahoma

1 ALBUQUERQUE

ARKANSAS

1 AMARILLO

NEW MEXICO

MEMPHIS 2

Little Rock

MISSISSIPPI Jackson

1 World Heritage site visited DALLAS

Places visited Nightstops

DALLAS/ 2 FORT WORTH

LOUISIANA

TEXAS

NEW ORLEANS 1

SNAPSHOT

SOUTHERN ADVENTURE

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

10 nights in twin-share hotels, 2 nights in a twin-share lodge

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Meet up with your Contiki Team & head out across the vast Mojave Desert to the bright lights of legendary Las Vegas. Hotel (D) Evening tour of the world-famous ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street & see the light-&-laser show

• •

• • •

Day 3: Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon. Get your kicks on historic Route 66 as you journey to the breath-taking Grand Canyon. Lodge (D) Stop for photos & souvenirs

•

Day 4: Grand Canyon National Park. Take in this epic place today, a camera is a must. Hike, walk, or maybe opt for a helicopter flight for an up close experience with this natural wonder. Lodge (B) Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint M Helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon

• •

Day 6: Durango to Albuquerque. It’s time for an action-packed day in Durango, an adventure seeker’s paradise. Then it’s onto Albuquerque. Hotel (B,D) Scenic drive through the Rocky Mountains M Horseback riding (seasonal)

•

INCLUDED MEALS Day 7: Albuquerque to Amarillo. Explore the exotic mix of Native American & Hispanic cultures in artistic Santa Fe. Then stop & add your graffiti to the eclectic “Cadillac Ranch” roadside icon on your way into “Cowboy Country”. Hotel (D) Experience Big Texan culture & food Visit the off-beat Cadillac Ranch M Hot air ballooning

• •

Day 10: Dallas/Fort Worth to Memphis. Stop in Little Rock as we head through the Deep South to Memphis, the birthplace of blues, rock ‘n’ roll & soul music. Hotel (B,D) See Little Rock Central High School & delve deeper into the Civil Rights Movement Cross the Mississippi River

• •

• • •

Day 12: Memphis to New Orleans. Let the good times roll as we take you sightseeing through French influenced New Orleans, & the birthplace of jazz music. Hotel (B) See the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market M Taste of New Orleans dinner

•

Day 13: New Orleans. This morning the trip ends & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

9 breakfasts (B), 7 dinners (D)

Code: GSLS 2015/16/17 Start Los Angeles

Finish New Orleans

Total Cost R pp*

Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan

6 13 24 3 17 1 22 5

26899 26899 26899 26899 26899 26899 26899 26899

Jan Feb Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul

19 9 18 25 2 9 16 23 30 6 20 27 1 4 11 18 25

26899 26899 31285 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 31999

2015 Sep Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec

24 1 12 22 5 19 10 24 ●

7 28 6 13 20 27 4 11 18 25 8 15 19 22 29 6 13

Finish New Orleans

Total Cost R pp*

Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan

29 1 5 8 15 22 29 5 12 26 3 10 17 24 31 7 14 28 19 26 2

31999 31999 31999 31999 31999 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995 29995

Jan 16 Feb 6 Feb 27

29995 29995 29995

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Jan

16 23 7 14 28 11

29369 29369 29369 29369 29369 29369

Feb Feb Mar Mar

1 8 1 22

29369 29369 29369 29369

2016

2016 Jan Jan Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul

Start Los Angeles

Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec

17 20 24 27 3 10 17 24 31 14 21 28 5 12 19 26 2 16 7 14 ■ 21 ▲

2017 Jan 4 Jan 25 Feb 15

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Code: GSNS 2015/16/17 Start New Orleans

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

Nov Dec Dec Jan

24 15 29 12

26225 26225 26225 26225

Feb Feb Mar Mar Sep Nov

2 16 1 22 18 9

26225 26225 26225 26225 29369 29369

2015 Nov Dec Dec Dec

12 3 17 ✱ 31 ✝

2016

2016 Jan Feb Feb Mar Sep Oct

21 4 18 10 6 28

Start New Orleans

Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec

4 11 25 2 16 ✱ 30 ◗

2017 Jan Jan Feb Mar

20 27 17 10

ME TIME OPTIONS M Experience the “High Roller” in Las Vegas M Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon (seasonal) M Whitewater rafting in Durango (seasonal) see itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

* 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.

Single room supplement of R10705. ● Trip spends Xmas in Las Vegas & New Year’s Eve in Dallas.

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ SOUTHERN-ADVENTURE

■ Trip spends Xmas in New Orleans. ▲ Trip spends Xmas in Durango & New Year’s Eve in Memphis.

◆ Trip spends Xmas in Durango. ✱ Trip spends Xmas in the Grand Canyon. ✝ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in New Orleans. ◗ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Memphis.

GSLS: Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. GSNS: Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm.

YOUR CHOICE Choose to start your trip in New Orleans instead of LA (code GSNS).

GSNS: Do not book flights before 9.00pm. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.66. Have more time? Check out the Grand Southern trip & end your adventure in New York or LA!

NEW ORLEANS

MORE LA Combine this trip with an LA Explorer, giving you more time to experience this great city & what it has to offer. More on p.62.

USA & CANADA 2015-17

LOUISIANA/MISSISSIPPI ALABAMA/FLORIDA GEORGIA/SOUTH CAROLINA NORTH CAROLINA/VIRGINIA MARYLAND/DELAWARE PENNSYLVANIA/NEW JERSEY NEW YORK

HIGH ENERGY

15 DAYS - FROM R33865 PP*/R2258 P/DAY* SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R3555. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

NEW YORK

New York

PENNSYLVANIA NEW JERSEY

Philadelphia

WASHINGTON D.C. 3

DELAWARE

MARYLAND VIRGINIA Richmond

RALEIGH 1 N.CAROLINA

S.CAROLINA

GEORGIA MISSISSIPPI

ALABAMA

Charleston

SAVANNAH 2

OUISIANA

NEW ORLEANS 1

PANAMA CITY BEACH 1

1 ST. AUGUSTINE

daytona 1 BEACH ORLANDO 2

1 World Heritage site visited MIAMI

Places visited Nightstops

FLORIDA

Kennedy Space Center

2 MIAMI

SNAPSHOT

EASTERN DISCOVERY

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

INCLUDED MEALS

14 nights in twin-share hotels

17 11 breakfasts (B), 6 dinners (D)

Day 1: New Orleans. Meet up with your Contiki Team & simmer in the warm & soulful culture of “The Big Easy”. Meander in the French Quarter, feast on Southern cuisine, feel the spell of voodoo & this evening, get dancing in this party town! Hotel Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street

•

Day 2: New Orleans to Panama City Beach. Head through “Sweet Home Alabama” to Florida’s Panama City Beach where you truly relax on the white sand beaches & swim in the crystal clear waters. Hotel (B,D) Day 3: Panama City Beach to Orlando. Leave the beach behind & get set for the energy of Florida’s entertainment hub, Orlando. Hotel (B) Day 4: Orlando. The thrill & excitement of Orlando’s many theme parks like Disney World, will keep you fully entertained day & night! Hotel (B) One-way transfers to the amusement parks M Universal Studios

•

Day 5: Orlando to Miami. Venture south to the beachside playground of Miami. Hotel (B,D) See downtown Miami M Ride Thriller & see the lifestyles of the rich & famous

•

Day 6: Miami. Get into the groove of this fun global city – chill on the beach, grab some roller blades, shop ‘til you drop, or star spot in South Beach’s hottest clubs. Hotel (B) See the famous Art Deco architecture

•

Day 7: Miami to Daytona Beach . This morning we’ll head to the racing capital of the East Coast, Daytona Beach. Hotel (D) Day 8: Daytona Beach to St Augustine via Kennedy Space Center. We visit KSC before heading to charming & historic St. Augustine. Hotel (B) Tour Kennedy Space Center See Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, a 300-year old fortress

• •

Day 9: St. Augustine to Savannah. Walk the famous squares of Savannah before an evening out along it’s busy waterfront. Hotel (B) See the historic city squares, homes & gardens made famous by the film ‘Forrest Gump’

•

Day 10: Charleston. Get a full dose of Southern charm with a day trip to historic Charleston. Stroll the cobblestone streets & take in the beautiful 17th century homes along Church St. Take a horse & carriage ride or dig into a “low country” favourite – shrimp & grits. Hotel (B) Visit a historic plantation home

•

Day 11: Savannah to Raleigh. Today we are off to the Tar Heel State, North Carolina where we spend the night in the college town of Raleigh. Hotel (B,D) Day 12: Raleigh to Washington D.C. On your way to the nation’s capital, take a break in Richmond, a city steeped in American history. Tonight, tour D.C. after dark. Hotel (B,D) See the Pentagon, White House, Capitol Building & Washington Monument

•

Days 13 - 14: Washington D.C. You have two free days explore D.C.’s best. Maybe hire a bike to see all the famous memorials & monuments & choose from an endless list of other must-do’s, including museums, shopping, sports & nightlife. Hotel (D) Visit the Smithsonian Museums Visit Arlington National Cemetery & see the changing of the guard

• •

Day 15: Washington D.C. to New York via Philadelphia. Leaving the capital behind, we continue on to New York. First up is Philadelphia. Check out Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence was signed & see the historic Liberty Bell – Philadelphia’s landmark. Don’t forget to try a Philly cheese steak sandwich, a local specialty, before we head to famous New York City where it’s time to say goodbye to our friends. (B) Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm

TRAVELLING EARLY? Travelling between 6th Oct 2015 & 9th Feb 2016? The below trips (GSLE 2015/2016) are 14 days long & feature a modified itinerary spending 1 night in Savannah. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/eastern-discovery for full details.

INCLUSIONS

Code: GSLE 2015/16 Start New Orleans

Finish New York

2015 Oct 6 Oct 13 Oct 24 Nov 3 Nov 17 Dec 1

Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec

19 26 6 16 30 14

Total Cost R pp*

Start New Orleans

Finish New York

Total Cost R pp*

31749 31749 31749 31749 31749 31749

2015 Dec 22 ● Jan 4 2016 Jan 5 Jan 18 Jan 19 Feb 1 Feb 9 Feb 22

31749 31749 31749 31749

Single room supplement of R11085.

Code: GSLE 2016/17 Start New Orleans

Finish New York

2016 Apr 18 Apr 25 May 2 May 9 May 16 May 23 May 30 Jun 6 Jun 20 Jun 27 Jul 1 Jul 4 Jul 11 Jul 18 Jul 25 Jul 29 Aug 1 Aug 5 Aug 8 Aug 15 Aug 22

May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep

Total Cost R pp*

2 9 16 23 30 6 13 20 4 11 15 18 25 1 8 12 15 19 22 29 5

34715 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 35579 34539

Start New Orleans

Finish New York

Total Cost R pp*

2016 Aug 29 Sep 12 Sep 5 Sep 19 Sep 12 Sep 26 Sep 26 Oct 10 Oct 3 Oct 17 Oct 10 Oct 24 Oct 17 Oct 31 Oct 24 Nov 7 Oct 31 Nov 14 Nov 7 Nov 21 Nov 14 Nov 28 Nov 28 Dec 12 Dec 19 ■ Jan 2 Dec 26 ▲ Jan 9 2017 Jan 2 Jan 16 Jan 16 Jan 30 Feb 6 Feb 20 Feb 27 Mar 13

34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539 34539

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • 5,4,3,2,1…blast off at the Kennedy Space Center • Take a walking tour of charming Savannah • Visit a historic plantation Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Miami party cruise M New York City pass (GSLE only) See itinerary & visit.com for even more

Single room supplement of R12325.

TRAVELLING EARLY?

LOCAL CULTURE

Travelling between 6th Oct 2015 & 9th Feb 2016? The below trips (GSNE 2015/2016) are 14 days long & feature a modified itinerary spending 1 night in Savannah. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/eastern-discovery for full details.

Miami’s Little Havana is a little slice of Cuba in the heart of the city. Head there for local flavours, sounds & tastes.

Code: GSNE 2015/16 Start New York

2015 Oct 30 Nov 20 Dec 4 Dec 18 ◆

Finish New Orleans

Nov Dec Dec Dec

12 3 17 31

Total Cost R pp*

Start New York

Finish New Orleans

Total Cost R pp*

31075 31075 31075 31075

2016 Jan 8 Jan 22 Feb 5 Feb 26

Jan Feb Feb Mar

31075 31075 31075 31075

21 4 18 10

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ EASTERN-DISCOVERY

Single room supplement of R11085.

Code: GSNE 2016/17 Start New York

2016 Aug 23 Oct 14 Oct 21 Oct 28 Nov 11 Nov 18 Dec 2

Finish New Orleans

Sep Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec

6 28 4 11 25 2 16

Total Cost R pp*

Start New York

Finish New Orleans

33865 33865 33865 33865 33865 33865 33865

2016 Dec 16 ◆ Dec 30 2017 Jan 6 Jan 20 Jan 13 Jan 27 Feb 3 Feb 17 Feb 24 Mar 10

Total Cost R pp*

33865 33865 33865 33865 33865

* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we

WASHINGTON D.C.

can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Single room supplement of R12325. ● Trip spends Xmas in Orlando. ■ Trip spends Xmas in Daytona & New Year’s Eve in Washington D.C. ▲ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Miami. ◆ Trip spends Xmas in Miami GSLE: Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30am. GSNE: Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 11:00am.

YOUR CHOICE Choose to start your trip in New York instead of New Orleans (code GSNE).

MORE NEW YORK Combine this trip with a New York Uncovered trip, giving you more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. More on p.64.

USA & CANADA 2015-17

CALIFORNIA/ARIZONA NEVADA

HIGH ENERGY

14 DAYS - FROM R28385 PP*/R2028 P/DAY* SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R3385. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

Wyoming

Lake Tahoe (Winter trips) 3

NEVADA

SAN FRANCISCO 3 Yosemite National Park

Utah Colorado

2 BASS LAKE CALIFORNIA Route 66

Mojave Desert

2 LAS VEGAS

GRAND 2 CANYON

Los Angeles 1 ARIZONA

2 World Heritage sites visited 1 1

SAN FRANCISCO

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays Optional end city

Sedona

New Mexico

SAN DIEGO 2

1 PHOENIX Sonoran Desert

SNAPSHOT

WILD WESTERN

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

Special stay: 2 nights at The Pines Resort overlooking Bass Lake, 2 nights in a twin-share lodge & 9 nights in twin-share hotels

+ SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

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

Day 1: Los Angeles. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning & get an insider’s look at LA. Cruise down star-studded Hollywood Boulevard & the Sunset Strip. Shop ‘til you drop or just chill amongst the sunny beach community of Santa Monica & then get into the vibrant energy of Venice Beach’s boardwalk. Hotel (D) See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the “Walk of Fame” Drive along famous Sunset Strip Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach See Rodeo Drive & Melrose Avenue

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Day 2: Los Angeles to San Diego. We head south to San Diego & tap into the ‘California Dream’ on a tour through the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Tonight, enjoy tasty Mexican cuisine & then party at a hip downtown club or chill out at a cool beach bar. Hotel (D) Mexican feast Drive through the O.C. (Orange County) & along the scenic Pacific Coast See downtown San Diego, the Gaslamp Quarter, Coronado Island & Old Town San Diego Panoramic view of the city’s skyline from Coronado Bridge M Speedboat adventure

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Day 3: San Diego. Discover the city your way. With 70 miles of beaches, a world-famous zoo, sailors & surfers, endless shopping & a Mediterranean climate this place is paradise. Hotel (B) Visit Mission Beach (weather dependent) M Visit the San Diego Zoo

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Day 4: San Diego to Phoenix. Leave the beach behind & head toward Phoenix, a metropolitan desert oasis. With 300 days of sunshine a year this resort town heats it up – grab a cocktail & chill poolside! Hotel (B,D) Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert & Sonoran Desert

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Day 5: Phoenix to the Grand Canyon. Travel from the ‘Valley of the Sun’ to the iconic Grand Canyon, stopping along the way in Sedona, a charming town in the heart of ‘Red Rock Country’. Lodge (B) Shop for Native American jewellery Drive through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon & see the stunning rock formations Visit Grand Canyon National Park M 4WD jeep tour

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Day 6: Grand Canyon National Park. Take in this epic place today, a camera is a must. Hike, walk, or maybe opt for a helicopter flight for an up-close experience with this natural wonder. Lodge (B) Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint M Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon (seasonal)

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Day 7: Grand Canyon to Las Vegas. Get your kicks on Route 66 on the way to the bright lights of legendary Las Vegas. Hotel (D) Stop for photos & souvenirs on Route 66 Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street

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Day 8: Las Vegas. Be part of the Vegas buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax & work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B) Experience some of the world’s largest hotels & casinos Limo ride & champagne Non-stop nightlife M See a Cirque du Soleil show

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Days 9 - 11: Ski or board at Lake Tahoe. If you’re travelling between December - March, this trip packs in 3 fun-filled days of snow sports action at Lake Tahoe (instead of Yosemite) Hotel. (D)(D)(B)(B). Look for departures marked in the price panel on this page (WWIN). Day 9: Las Vegas to Bass Lake. Say goodbye to the party in the desert & hello to outdoor adventures awaiting you in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. (D) Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Drive past Joshua trees – the famous symbol of the Mojave Desert Day 10: Yosemite National Park. Enjoy the natural beauty of Yosemite – mountains, rock formations, meadows, waterfalls & wild flowers. Hike or bike around the valley floor & explore. (B,D) Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Relax in the stunning mountain paradise of Bass Lake – swim, soak up some sun & enjoy watersports (seasonal) See Yosemite’s famous rock formations, El Capitan & Half Dome See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Falls (seasonal) Day 11: Bass Lake to San Francisco. Head out of the mountains & into one of America’s most colourful & chilled cities. Catch awesome bay views as you cross the Oakland Bay & Golden Gate bridges. Hotel (B) Cross the Golden Gate Bridge See North Beach, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Haight Ashbury & the city’s iconic cable cars Visit Fisherman’s Wharf Muni travel pass Sunset catamaran cruise Days 12 - 13: San Francisco. There’s so much to do in this beautiful & cosmopolitan city for two full days. Ride the historic cable cars, hit the streets by bike, shop in Union Square, feel the hippie vibe in Haight-Ashbury, tour notorious Alcatraz Island, or stroll through Golden Gate Park. Hotel (B,D)(D) Chinatown dinner M Bike the Bay Day 14: San Francisco to Los Angeles. This morning you can choose to end your adventure in San Francisco or head south & finish up in Los Angeles.

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Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm if ending in Los Angeles.

TRAVELLING EARLY? Travelling between 30th Sept 2015 & 9th March 2016? The below trips (WWAW/WWIN 2015/2016) feature a slightly modified itinerary, these trips do not overnight in LA but spend 1 night in Carpinteria instead. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/wild-west for full details.

Code: WWAW/WWIN 2015/16 Start Los Angeles

Finish Los Angeles

2015 Sep 30 Oct Oct 7 Oct Oct 14 Oct Oct 21 Nov Oct 28 Nov Nov 11 Nov Nov 18 Dec Nov 25 Dec Dec 2 ✝ Dec Dec 9 ✝ Dec Dec 16 ●✝ ◗ Dec

13 20 27 3 10 24 1 8 15 22 29

Total Cost R pp*

Start Los Angeles

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

2015 Dec 23 ■✝ ◗ Jan 5 31585 Dec 30 ▲✝ Jan 12 28385

30045 30045 30045 30045 30045 30045 30045 30045 28385 28385 31585

2016 Jan 6 Jan 13 Jan 27 Feb 10 Feb 24 Mar 2 Mar 9

✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝

Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar

19 26 9 23 8 15 22

28385 28385 28385 28385 28385 28385 28385

WWAW: Summer single room supplement of R10345. WWIN: Winter single room supplement of R10485. ◗ WWIN: Winter peak single room supplement for 2015 of R16025.

Code: WWAW/WWIN 2016/17 Start Los Angeles

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

2016 Apr 5 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 May 10 May 17 May 31 Jun 11 Jun 14 Jun 25 Jun 28 Jul 9 Jul 12 Jul 16 Jul 23 Aug 2 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 6 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Oct 4 Oct 11 Oct 18

Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct

32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 32195 31395 31395 31395 31395

18 25 2 9 23 30 10 24 27 8 11 22 25 29 5 15 19 2 19 26 3 10 17 24 31

Start Los Angeles

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

2016 Oct 25 Nov 1 Nov 8 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 29 Dec 6 Dec 10 Dec 13 Dec 17 Dec 20 Dec 27

Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec ✝ Dec ✝ Dec ✝❚ Dec ✱●✝ Dec ✝✚ Jan ✝▼ Jan

7 14 21 28 5 12 19 23 26 30 2 9

31395 31395 31395 31395 31395 31395 30875 30875 30875 33885 30875 30875

2017 Jan 3 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Feb 7 Feb 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 4 Mar 7

✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝

16 23 30 6 13 20 27 6 13 17 20

30875 30875 30875 30875 30875 30875 30875 30875 30875 30875 30875

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Go loco as you feast on traditional Mexican cuisine • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride & champagne • Discover the real San Fran with a Muni travel pass • Experience San Fran’s Chinatown with dinner & a tour • Sit back, chill & enjoy the San Fran sunset on a catamaran cruise Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Hot air balloon flight in Phoenix M California Academy of Sciences M Experience the “High Roller” in Las Vegas M Snowmobile ride (Ski Tahoe option)

* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in Bass Lake with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.

WWAW: Summer single room supplement of R11235. WWIN: Winter single room supplement of R12025. ✱ WWIN: Winter peak single room supplement for 2016 of R14635. ● Trip spends Xmas at Lake Tahoe ■ Trip spends Xmas in Phoenix & New Year’s Eve at Lake Tahoe.

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ WILD-WEST

▲ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in San Diego. ◆ These trips do not have an included night in LA & overnight in Carpinteria. ❚ Trip spends Xmas in San Francisco. ✝ These trips stay 3 nights in Lake Tahoe & 2 nights in San Francisco. For these trips use code WWIN. ✚ Trip spends Xmas in the Grand Canyon & New Year’s Eve in San Francisco. ▼ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in the Grand Canyon. Trip starts 7:00am in LA & ends SF approx. 11:00am or LA approx. 5:30pm.

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.62.

USA & CANADA 2015-17

CALIFORNIA/ARIZONA NEVADA 12 DAYS - FROM R23665 PP*/R1973 P/DAY* SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R2959. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

Idaho

Lake Tahoe (Winter trips) 3 SAN 1 FRANCISCO

NEVADA

Yosemite National Park

Utah

2 BASS LAKE CALIFORNIA Route 66

Mojave Desert

2 LAS VEGAS

2 GRAND CANYON

Los Angeles 1 ARIZONA

Sedona

SAN DIEGO 2

1 PHOENIX Sonoran Desert

2 World Heritage sites visited 1

LOS ANGELES

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

HIGH ENERGY

SNAPSHOT

LA TO THE BAY

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

+ SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE

Special Stay: 2 nights at The Pines Resort overlooking Bass Lake, 2 nights in a twin-share lodge & 7 nights in twin-share hotels

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Los Angeles. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning & get an insider’s look at LA. Cruise down star-studded Hollywood Boulevard & the Sunset Strip. Shop ‘til you drop or just chill amongst the sunny beach community of Santa Monica & then get into the vibrant energy of Venice Beach’s boardwalk. Hotel (D) See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the “Walk of Fame” Drive along famous Sunset Strip Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach See Rodeo Drive & Melrose Avenue

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Day 9: Las Vegas to Bass Lake. Say goodbye to the party in the desert & hello to outdoor adventures awaiting you in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. (D) Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Drive past Joshua trees -the famous symbol of the Mojave Desert

•

Day 10: Yosemite National Park. Enjoy the natural beauty of Yosemite – mountains, rock formations, meadows, waterfalls & wild flowers. Hike or bike around the valley floor & explore. Hotel (B,D) Relax in the stunning mountain paradise of Bass Lake – swim, soak up some sun & enjoy watersports (seasonal) See Yosemite’s famous rock formations, El Capitan & Half Dome See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Falls (seasonal)

• • •

Day 11: Bass Lake to San Francisco. Head out of the mountains & into one of America’s most colourful & chilled cities. Catch awesome bay views as you cross the Oakland Bay & Golden Gate bridges. Hotel (B) Cross the Golden Gate Bridge See North Beach, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury & the city’s iconic cable cars Visit Fisherman’s Wharf Sunset catamaran cruise

• • • •

Day 12: San Francisco. This morning your trip ends & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends.

TRAVELLING EARLY? Travelling between 12th Aug 2015 & 9th March 2016? The below trips (WWAF/WWLA 2015/2016) are 11/12 days long & feature a slightly modified itinerary, these trips do not overnight in LA. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/la-bay for full details.

INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B), 6 dinners (D)

Code: WWAF/WWLA 2015/16 Start Los Angeles

2015 Aug 12 Aug 26 Sep 9 Sep 16 Sep 30 Oct 7 Oct 14 Oct 21 Oct 28 Nov 11 Nov 18 Nov 25 Dec 2 ✝

Finish Total Cost San Francisco R pp*

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

22 5 19 26 10 17 24 31 7 21 28 5 13

24485 24485 24485 24485 23295 23295 23295 23295 23295 23295 23295 23295 23665

Start Los Angeles

Finish Total Cost San Francisco R pp*

2015 Dec 9 Dec 16 Dec 23 Dec 30

✝ Dec ●✝ ◗ Dec ■✝ ◗ Jan ▲✝ Jan

20 27 3 10

23665 27299 27299 23665

2016 Jan 6 Jan 13 Jan 27 Feb 10 Feb 24 Mar 2 Mar 9

✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝

17 24 7 21 6 13 20

23665 23665 23665 23665 23665 23665 23665

Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar

WWAF: Summer single room supplement of R6765. WWLA: Winter single room supplement of R8479. ◗ WWLA: Winter peak single room supplement for 2015 of R14025.

Code: WWAF/WWLA 2016/17 Start Los Angeles

Finish Total Cost San Francisco R pp*

2016 Apr 5 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 May 10 May 17 May 31 Jun 11 Jun 14 Jun 25 Jun 28 Jul 9 Jul 12 Jul 16 Jul 23 Aug 2 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 6 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Oct 4 Oct 11 Oct 18

Apr Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct

16 23 30 7 21 28 11 22 25 6 9 20 23 27 3 13 17 31 17 24 1 8 15 22 29

29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 29599 28165 28165 28165 28165

Start Los Angeles

Finish Total Cost San Francisco R pp*

2016 Oct 25 Nov 1 Nov 8 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 29 Dec 6 Dec 10 Dec 13 Dec 17 Dec 20 Dec 27

Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec ✚ Dec ✚ Dec ✚ Dec ✚●✱Dec ✚❚ Dec ✚▼ Jan

5 12 19 26 3 10 17 21 24 28 31 7

28165 28165 28165 28165 28165 28165 25045 25045 25045 28475 25045 25045

2017 Jan 3 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Feb 7 Feb 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 4 Mar 7

✚ ✚ ✚ ✚ ✚ ✚ ✚ ✚ ✚ ✚ ✚

14 21 28 4 11 18 25 4 11 15 18

25045 25045 25045 25045 25045 25045 25045 25045 25045 25045 25045

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar

Code: SFLA 2016 Start San Francisco

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

2016 May 10 May 24 Jun 7 Jul 5 Jul 19 Jul 26

May Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug

29549 29549 29549 29549 29549 29549

21 4 18 16 30 6

Start San Francisco

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

2016 Aug 9 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30 Sep 13

Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep

29549 29549 29549 29549 29549

20 27 3 10 24

* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in Bass Lake

SAN DIEGO

with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. WWAF/SFLA: Summer single room supplement of R8515. WWLA: Winter single room supplement of R9299. ✱ WWLA: Winter peak single room supplement for 2016 of R11915. ✝ These trips stay 3 nights in Lake Tahoe & 1 night in San Francisco. For these trips use code: WWIN. ✚ These trips stay 3 nights in Lake Tahoe & end on arrival to San Francisco at 5:00pm. ● Trip spends Xmas at Lake Tahoe ■ Trip spends Xmas in Phoenix & New Year’s Eve at Lake Tahoe. ▲ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in San Diego. ❚ Trip spends Xmas in the Grand Canyon. ▼ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in the Grand Canyon. WWAF/WWLA: Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. SFLA: Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Go loco as you feast on traditional Mexican cuisine • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride and champagne • Sit back, chill & enjoy the San Fran sunset on a catamaran cruise Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Explore San Diego Zoo M San Diego speedboat adventure M Heli flight over the Grand Canyon M 4WD jeep tour in Sedona M Experience the “High Roller” in Las Vegas See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/LA-BAY

YOUR CHOICE Choose to start your trip in San Francisco instead of LA (code SFLA).

MORE LA Combine this trip with an LA Explorer trip, giving you more time to see LA, shop or visit Disney’s theme parks. More on p.62.

USA & CANADA 2015-17

NEVADA

GRAND CANYON CALIFORNIA

SNAPSHOT

LAS VEGAS 2

HIGH ENERGY

Route 66

GRAND 2 CANYON 1 Los Angeles

WESTERN HIGHLIGHTS

NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 6 nights in twin-share hotels, 2 nights in a twin-share lodge

SAN DIEGO 2

SAVE

1 PHOENIX Sonoran Desert

9 DAYS - 3 STATES FROM R19775 PP*/R2198 P/DAY*

Sedona

ARIZONA

1 World Heritage site visited

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R2160. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

Places visited Nightstops

INCLUDED MEALS 5 breakfasts (B), 4 dinners (D)

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Go loco as you feast on traditional Mexican cuisine • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride & champagne Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Surfing lessons in San Diego M Hot air balloon flight in Phoenix M Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon (seasonal) M Experience the “High Roller” in Las Vegas See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ WESTERN

Day 1: Los Angeles. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning then cruise down star-studded Hollywood Boulevard & the Sunset Strip, shop or chill at Santa Monica & get into the energy of Venice Beach. Hotel (D) See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the “Walk of Fame” Drive along famous Sunset Strip Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach See Rodeo Drive & Melrose Avenue Day 2: Los Angeles to San Diego. We head south to San Diego & tap into the ‘California Dream’ on a tour through the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Tonight, enjoy tasty Mexican cuisine & then party til the wee small hours. Hotel (D) Mexican feast Drive through the O.C. (Orange County) & along the scenic Pacific Coast See downtown San Diego, the Gaslamp Quarter, Coronado Island & Old Town San Diego View of the city’s skyline from Coronado Bridge M Speedboat Adventure Day 3: San Diego. Discover the city your way with a free day. With 70 miles of beaches, sailors & surfers, endless shopping & a Mediterranean climate this place is paradise. Hotel (B) Visit Mission Beach (weather dependent) M Visit the San Diego Zoo Day 4: San Diego to Phoenix. Leave the beach behind & head toward Phoenix, a metropolitan desert oasis. With 300 days of sunshine a year this resort town heats it up – grab a cocktail & chill poolside! Hotel (B,D) Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert & Sonoran Desert Day 5: Phoenix to the Grand Canyon. Travel to the iconic Grand Canyon, stopping along the way in Sedona, the heart of ‘Red Rock Country’. Lodge (B) Shop for Native American jewellery Drive through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon & see the stunning rock formations Visit Grand Canyon National Park M 4WD jeep tour

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TRAVELLING EARLY? Day 6: Grand Canyon National Park. A camera is a must today! Hike, walk, or maybe opt for a helicopter flight for an up-close experience with this natural wonder. Lodge (B) Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint M Helicopter flight

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Day 7: Grand Canyon to Las Vegas. Get your kicks on Route 66 on the way to legendary Las Vegas. Hotel (D) Stop for photos & souvenirs on Route 66 Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street

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Day 8: Las Vegas. Be part of the Vegas buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax & work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B) Limo ride & champagne M See a Cirque du Soleil show

Travelling between 30th Sept 2015 & 9th March 2016? The below trips (WWAT/WWWH 2015/2016) are 8 days long & feature a slightly modified itinerary, these trips do not overnight in LA. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/western for full details.

Code: WWAT/WWWH 2015/16 Start Los Angeles

Finish Las Vegas

Total Cost R pp*

Start

Finish Las Vegas

Los Angeles

2015 2015 Sep 30 Oct 7 15955 Dec 23 Oct 7 Oct 14 15955 Dec 30 Oct 14 Oct 21 15955 Oct 21 Oct 28 15955 2016 Oct 28 Nov 4 15955 Jan 6 Nov 11 Nov 18 15955 Jan 13 Nov 18 Nov 25 15955 Jan 27 Nov 25 Dec 2 15955 Feb 10 Dec 2 ✝ Dec 9 16635 Feb 24 Dec 9 ✝ Dec 16 16635 Mar 2 Dec 16 ✝ Dec 23 16635 Mar 9 Single room supplement of R5375.

■✝ Dec 30 ▲✝ Jan 6

16635 16635

✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝

16635 16635 16635 16635 16635 16635 16635

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Code: WWAT/WWWH 2016/17

Day 9: Las Vegas. This morning your trip ends & its time to say farewell to your new friends.

Start

Finish

Los Angeles

Las Vegas

2016 Apr 5 Apr 12 Apr 19 Apr 26 May 10 May 17 May 31 Jun 11 Jun 14 Jun 25 Jun 28 Jul 9 Jul 12 Jul 16 Jul 23 Aug 2 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 6 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Oct 4 Oct 11 Oct 18

Apr Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct

Please Note: * 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. Single room supplement of R7155. ● These trips do not have an included night in LA. ✝ For these trips use code WWWH. ■ Trip spends Xmas in Phoenix. ▲ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in San Diego. ✚ Trip spends Xmas in the Grand Canyon. ✱ Trip spends New Year’s Eve in the Grand Canyon. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. For more ways to save see.p21.

Total Cost R pp* 13 20 27 4 18 25 8 19 22 3 6 17 20 24 31 10 14 28 14 21 28 5 12 19 26

21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 21649 19775 19775 19775 19775

Total Cost R pp*

Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar

13 20 3 17 2 9 16

Start

Finish

Los Angeles

Las Vegas

2016 Oct 25 Nov 1 Nov 8 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 29 Dec 6 Dec 10 Dec 13 Dec 17 Dec 20 Dec 27 2017 Jan 3 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Feb 7 Feb 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar 4 Mar 7

Total Cost R pp*

Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec ✝ Dec ✝ Dec ✝ Dec ✝ Dec ✚✝ Dec ✱ ✝ Jan

2 9 16 23 30 7 14 18 21 25 28 4

19775 19775 19775 19775 19775 19775 19839 19839 19839 19839 19839 19839

✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝ ✝

11 18 25 1 8 15 22 1 8 12 15

19839 19839 19839 19839 19839 19839 19839 19839 19839 19839 19839

Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar

DISCOVERY PLUS

HAVE A NEVER-ENDING WISH LIST OF SIGHTS & EXPERIENCES? TICK OFF AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE IN THE TIME YOU HAVE, WITH THE BEST INCLUSIONS, MORE ME TIME & AWESOME ACCOMMODATION. SEE IT & DO IT ALL. 6 TRIPS, 13-56 DAYS

INCLUDED

Epic Adventure.......................................... p.38

• Twin-share hotel accommodation, or a ‘room to myself’ option for a little extra

• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team

• Breakfast when it counts, and other included dinners for tasty local eats

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities

Grand Northern ........................................ p.40 Northern Adventure................................ p.42 North by North East ............................... p.44 The Big West ............................................. p.46 Eastern Escapade..................................... p.48

• Included activities such as a limo ride down the Vegas ‘Strip’, a guided tour of Harvard University & a trip up to the observation floor of the Empire State Building

contiki.com/discovery-plus-usa-canada

• A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with on-board WiFi, powerpoints, movies & a killer sound system • ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities.

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at all overnight stops.

USA & CANADA 2015-17

36 STATES & 2 CANADIAN PROVINCES

DISCOVERY PLUS

SEE MAP BELOW OR VISIT CONTIKI.COM FOR FULL LIST

56 DAYS - FROM R122365 PP*/R2186 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R12235. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

SAVE

QUEBEC CITY 2 QUEBEC

MONTREAL 2 MAINE

MONTANA North Dakota

Oregon

ONTARIO

Yellowstone National Park

HAMPSHIRE

TORONTO 3

SOUTH DAKOTA IDAHO

NEW

2 CODY MT. RUSHMORE 2

JACKSON HOLE 1 WYOMING

Michigan

Iowa

Providence Rhode Island

CONNECTICUT

MADISON Milwaukee 1

1 SIOUX FALLS

MASSACHUSETTS

NEW YORK

Niagara Falls

New York 4 PENNSYLVANIA 1 CLEVELAND

CHICAGO 2

Nebraska

1 PARK CITY

BOSTON 2

WISCONSIN

MINNESOTA Badlands National Park

Custer State Park

LAKE ONTARIO

NEW

Philadelphia

WASHINGTON DC 3

NEVADA

JERSEY

MARYLAND

OHIO

DELAWARE

UTAH ILLINOIS

COLORADO

INDIANA

Bryce Canyon Nat’l Park Richmond

CALIFORNIA

Zion Nat’l Park

Kansas

2 KANAB LAS VEGAS 5

Route 66

1 DURANGO 1 RALEIGH

Monument Valley

2 GRAND CANYON

Mojave Desert

VIRGINIA

Missouri

Los Angeles

ARIZONA

N.CAROLINA

Santa Fe

TENNESSEE

1 ALBUQUERQUE

ARKANSAS

AMARILLO 1

Oklahoma

MEMPHIS 2

S.CAROLINA

Little Rock

GEORGIA NEW MEXICO

Jackson

TEXAS

5 World Heritage sites visited 1

Places visited Nightstops

Charleston

MISSISSIPPI

2 dallas/ FORT WORTH

ALABAMA

SAVANNAH 2

LOUISIANA

NEW ORLEANS 2

PANAMA 1 CITY BEACH

ST. AUGUSTINE 1

ORLANDO 2

1 daytona BEACH

FLORIDA

NEW YORK 2 MIAMI

EPIC ADVENTURE ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Los Angeles to Las Vegas. Hotel (D) Evening tour of the world-famous ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street & see the light-&-laser show

• • Day 2: Las Vegas. Hotel (B) some of the world’s largest casinos • Experience ride & champagne • Limo • Non-stop nightlife M See a Cirque du Soleil show

Day 3: Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon. Lodge (D) Stop for photos & souvenirs

• Day 4: Grand Canyon National Park. Lodge (B) along the Canyon’s South Rim • Hike a spectacular sunset & frame up some • Watch shots at a panoramic viewpoint M Bike the Rim of the Grand Canyon (seasonal)

Day 5: Grand Canyon to Durango via Monument Valley. Hotel (D) Visit Monument Valley See the Painted Desert

• • Day 6: Durango to Albuquerque. Hotel (B,D) • Scenic drive through the Rocky Mountains M Whitewater rafting (seasonal) Day 7: Albuquerque to Amarillo. Hotel (D) Experience Big Texan culture & food Visit the off-beat Cadillac Ranch M Hot air ballooning

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Day 8: Amarillo to Dallas/Fort Worth. Hotel (B,D) Visit charming Decatur

• Day 9: Dallas/Fort Worth. Hotel (B) the John F. Kennedy 6th Floor Museum • Visit • Visit Fort Worth Stockyards Day 10: Dallas to Memphis. Hotel (B,D) Little Rock Central High School & delve • See deeper into the Civil Rights Movement • Cross the Mississippi River Day 11: Memphis. Hotel (B) the Civil Rights Museum & Sun Studios • See Beale Street, home of Blues music • Visit Tour Graceland •M Tour the Rock & Soul Museum

Day 12: Memphis to New Orleans. Hotel (B) See the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market M Taste of New Orleans dinner

See the Pentagon, White House, Capitol Building & Washington Monument Days 25 - 26: Washington D.C. Hotel (D) Visit the Smithsonian Museums Visit Arlington National Cemetery & see the changing of the guard

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• Day 17: Orlando to Miami. Hotel (B,D) • See downtown Miami M Ride Thriller & see the lifestyles of the rich & famous Day 18: Miami. Hotel (B) See the famous Art Deco architecture

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Day 19: Miami to Daytona Beach. Hotel (D) Day 20: Daytona Beach to St. Augustine via Kennedy Space Center. Hotel (B) Tour Kennedy Space Center See Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, a 300-year old fortress

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Day 21: St. Augustine to Savannah. Hotel (B) See the historic city squares, homes & gardens made famous by the film ‘Forrest Gump’

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Day 22: Savannah. Hotel (B) Visit a historic plantation home Visit Charleston

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Day 23: Savannah to Raleigh. Hotel (B,D) Day 24: Raleigh to Washington D.C. Hotel (B,D)

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Day 46: Mt. Rushmore. Hotel (B) Visit Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial & Custer State Park

Day 28: Hello Big Apple!. Hotel (B,D) See Wall Street Metropolitan Museum of Art & Guggenheim Museum See fashionable 5th Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center & Tiffany’s View the World Trade Center Memorial & Battery Park M Helicopter tour around Manhattan & NYC

INCLUDED MEALS 43 breakfasts (B), 26 dinners (D)

Day 48: Yellowstone National Park. Hotel (B,D) See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the famous ‘Old Faithful’ geyser, wildlife such as buffalo, elk & possibly bears Day 49: Cody to Jackson Hole. Hotel M Trail ride & rookout (seasonal)

INCLUSIONS

Day 50: Jackson Hole to Park City. Hotel (B) M Whitewater rafting (seasonal)

Day 29: New York, New York. Hotel (B) Visit the Statue of Liberty M ‘Sex & the City’ tour M NYC Food Cart walking tour

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Day 51: Park City to Kanab via Bryce Canyon National Park. Hotel (B,D) See the bizarre shaped canyons & rock spires called “hoodoos” M Hot air ballooning

Day 30: More Manhattan. Hotel (B) Take the elevator to floor 86, to the Observation Tower of the Empire State Building M Bike tour of Central Park (seasonal)

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Day 52: Grand Canyon National Park. Hotel (B) Hike along the Canyon’s North Rim Capture incredible photos from a panoramic viewpoint

Day 31: New York to Boston. Hotel (B,D) Visit Providence, the capital of Rhode Island See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original ‘Cheers’ Bar

Day 53: Kanab to Las Vegas via Zion National Park. Hotel (B,D) See soaring cliffs, sculptured canyons & dramatic landscapes See the gigantic red & white stone formations of West Temple & Watchman Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street

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Day 32: Boston. Hotel (B) Walk the historic Freedom Trail Visit Harvard University

• • Day 33: Boston to Quebec City. Hotel (B,D) drive through Maine & across the US/ • Scenic Canadian border Day 34: Quebec City. Hotel (B) Guided walking tour of Old Quebec

• Day 35: Quebec City to Montreal. Hotel (B,D) Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mt. Royal, • Visit Montreal’s largest city park • See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the Olympic Stadium M Jet boat adventure

Day 13: New Orleans. Hotel (B) Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street M Air boat swamp tour

Day 16: Orlando. Hotel (B) One-way transfers to the amusement parks

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Day 47: Mt. Rushmore to Cody. Hotel (B)

Day 37: Montreal to Toronto. Hotel (D) Travel along the St. Lawrence River Valley & see the Thousand Islands See the CN Tower, Roger Centre, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto M Thousand Island boat cruise

Day 15: Panama City Beach to Orlando. Hotel (B)

Day 45: Sioux Falls to Mt. Rushmore. Hotel (B,D) See colourful buttes, pinnacles & spires Walk the Fossil Trail

Day 27: Washington DC to New York via Philadelphia. Hotel (B)

Day 36: Montreal. Hotel

Day 14: New Orleans to Panama City Beach. Hotel (B,D)

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 53 nights in twin-share hotels, 2 nights in a twin-share lodge

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Day 38: Toronto. Hotel (B) Day 39: Toronto & Niagara Falls. Hotel (D) Cruise to the base of the Falls See Niagara Falls M Helicopter flight over Niagara Falls

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Day 40: Toronto to Cleveland. Hotel (B) Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

• Day 41: Cleveland to Chicago. Hotel (B,D) Lake Michigan, Buckingham Fountain, Navy • See Pier & the Chicago River into Chicago-style pizza • Dig Soldier Field, home to the Chicago Bears • See American football team, & U.S. Cellular Field, home to the Chicago White Sox baseball club

the Hancock Building, Willis Tower & the • See Magnificent Mile

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Days 54 - 55: Las Vegas. Hotel (D)(B) Experience some of the world’s largest hotels & casinos Experience the High Roller

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Day 56: Las Vegas to Los Angeles. See the famous Joshua trees

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Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

TRAVELLING EARLY? Travelling between 13th Aug 2015 & Aug 20th 2016? The below trips (LALA) are 55 days long & feature a modified itinerary spending 1 night in Savannah. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/epic-adventure for full details.

Code: LALA 2015 Start Los Angeles

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117865 Aug 20

2015 Aug 13

Start Los Angeles

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

Oct 13

117865

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Finish Los Angeles

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2016 Apr Apr May May Jun Jun

13 27 11 25 8 22

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2016 Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug

29 13 20 27 3 17

Day 42: Chicago. Hotel (B) M Bike tour along the Lakefront M Second City improv show & dinner

* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling

Day 43: Chicago to Madison. Hotel (B,D) Drive through America’s beautiful heartland M Tour the Harley Davidson Museum

Single room supplement of R52275.

Day 44: Madison to Sioux Falls. Hotel (B) Visit Falls Park & see the waterfall that gave the town its name

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride & champagne • Visit the infamous 6th Floor Museum in Dallas • Pay tribute to the ‘King of Rock & Roll’ at Graceland • Tuck into a down home Southern meal • 5,4,3,2,1… blast off at the Kennedy Space Center • Take a walking tour of charming Savannah • Visit a historic plantation home • The Big Apple is all yours with a metro pass • Get a bird’s eye view of Manhattan from the Empire State Building & visit the Statue of Liberty • Feel the student spirit on a ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour • Quebec City walking tour • Cruise Niagara Falls • Visit the legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame • Go local with a deep-dish pizza dinner in Chicago • Discover a Native American legend at the Crazy Horse Memorial • Take a ride on the Vegas ‘High Roller’ Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS Look for the M symbol in the itinerary & visit contiki.com for more

solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.

Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. For more ways to save see p.21.

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20 STATES & 2 CANADIAN PROVINCES

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QUEBEC CITY 2 Washington QUEBEC LAKE SUPERIOR

MONTREAL 2

North Dakota

MONTANA

MAINE ONTARIO

MINNESOTA WISCONSIN

SOUTH DAKOTA

2 CODY IDAHO

JACKSON HOLE 1

MT. RUSHMORE 2 WYOMING

Badlands National Park

Custer State Park

MADISON 1 Milwaukee

1 SIOUX FALLS Iowa

NEVADA

LAKE ONTARIO

TORONTO 3 Niagara Falls

Michigan KE LA

New York

1 CLEVELAND

Delaware

W.Virginia Bryce Canyon Nat’l Park

Virginia

Kansas Missouri

Zion Nat’l Park

CALIFORNIA

Kentucky

2 kanab

LAS VEGAS 3 N.Carolina Grand Canyon

Los Angeles

3 World Heritage sites visited

ARIZONA

ZION NATIONAL PARK

Tennessee Oklahoma Arkansas

Places visited Nightstops

S.Carolina

Georgia New Mexico

Mississippi

Texas Louisiana

New Jersey

Maryland

OHIO

INDIANA

Colorado

UTAH

MASSACHUSETTS Providence Rhode Island

CONNECTICUT

IE ER

PENNSYLVANIA Amish Country

ILLINOIS

BOSTON 2 NEW YORK

CHICAGO 2

Nebraska

1 Park CITY

NEW HAMPSHIRE

LAKE HURON

LAK EM ICH IGA N

Yellowstone National Park

Oregon

Vermont

Alabama

SNAPSHOT

GRAND NORTHERN

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

INCLUDED MEALS

25 nights in twin-share hotels

31 19 breakfasts (B), 12 dinners (D)

Day 1: New York to Boston. Meet up with your Contiki Team in the one & only New York City. Take in the beauty of Rhode Island on our way to Boston. Hotel (D) Visit Providence, the capital of Rhode Island See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original ‘Cheers’ Bar

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Day 2: Boston. Boston is a place at the forefront of American history & there’s plenty to do day & night in this bustling university town. Hotel (B) Walk the historic Freedom Trail Visit Harvard University

• •

Day 3: Boston to Quebec City. Today it’s on to the uniquely French-influenced Quebec City – a little piece of old world Europe in the middle of North America. Hotel (B) Scenic drive through Maine & across the US/ Canadian border

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Day 4: Quebec City. Experience the ‘joie de vivre’ of this city by strolling down cobblestone streets & stopping in cool, streetside cafés & shops. With walled fortifications protecting ‘Old Quebec’, this stunning city has become a living museum. Hotel (B,D) Guided walking tour of Old Quebec

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Day 5: Quebec City to Montreal. The multicultural theme continues through to our next stop, Montreal, where the French serve up great food & cutting-edge culture. Hotel (B,D) Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mt. Royal, Montreal’s largest city park See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the Olympic Stadium M Jet boat adventure

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Day 6: Montreal. You’ll love this city’s mix of Eurocharm & North American pizzazz. Head to one of the many great museums, try out an amazing range of food, shop in hip boutiques & later, party with the ‘oh so French’ Canadians. Hotel M Bike the Old City Day 7: Montreal to Toronto. Behold nature’s beauty as you drive through the ‘1000 Islands’ region en route to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. Hotel (D) Travel along the St. Lawrence River Valley & see the Thousand Islands See the CN Tower, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto M Thousand Island boat tour

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Day 8: Toronto. Toronto is another one of Canada’s multi-cultural hotspots. Maybe catch a baseball game, head to the top of the CN Tower or visit Gallery 44, or Toronto Park for people watching. Tonight, feel the global vibe of this city’s nightlife. Hotel (B) See the CN Tower, Roger Centre, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto

•

Day 9: Toronto & Niagara Falls. Take a trip to mighty Niagara Falls & get soaked in its mist as it cascades between the Canadian/US border. Hotel (D) Cruise to the base of the Falls M Heli ride over the Falls

•

Day 10: Toronto to Cleveland. Leave Canada behind & make a musical pilgrimage to the vibrant arts scene of Cleveland. Hotel (B) Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

•

Day 11: Cleveland to Chicago. Cross the Midwest as you road trip from one lake town to the next & arrive in busy Chicago. Hotel (B,D)

• See Lake Michigan, Buckingham Fountain, Navy Pier & the Chicago River • See Soldier Field, home to the Chicago Bears • •

American Football team, & U.S. Cellular Field, home to the Chicago White Sox baseball club Dig into Chicago-style pizza See the Hancock Building, Willis Tower & the Magnificent Mile

Day 12: Chicago. With a free day to explore, discover cutting-edge architecture, world-class museums, legendary blues music, fantastic dining & high-end shopping in the Windy City. Hotel (B) Second City improv show & dinner

•

Day 13: Chicago to Madison. Stop in Milwaukee & tour Miller brewery, one of the nation’s largest beer brewers, en route to the university town of Madison. Hotel (B,D) Drive through America’s beautiful heartland M Tour the Harley Davidson Museum

•

Day 14: Madison to Sioux Falls. Catch the pulse of the true American Midwest on your way to Sioux Falls. Hotel (B) Visit Falls Park & see the waterfall that gave the town its name

•

Day 15: Sioux Falls to Mt. Rushmore. Journey through the unique, lunar-like landscape of Badlands National Park before arriving in the stomping grounds of the Wild West. Hotel (B,D) See colourful buttes, pinnacles & spires Walk the Fossil Trail

• •

Day 16: Mt. Rushmore. Marvel at the American presidents’ faces on iconic Mt. Rushmore & see the world’s largest mountain carving, Crazy Horse Memorial, honouring the famous Lakota Sioux warrior. Hotel (B) Visit Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial & Custer State Park

•

Day 17: Mt. Rushmore to Cody. Today we continue west as we steer toward the cowboy town of Cody & the heart of the American West. Hotel (B)

Day 22: Grand Canyon National Park. Hike, walk or simply relax the way you want at this phenomenal natural wonder – just don’t forget your camera! Hotel (B) Hike along the Canyon’s North Rim Capture incredible photos from a panoramic viewpoint

• •

Day 23: Kanab to Las Vegas via Zion National Park. Before partying like a rock star in Las Vegas, get close to nature in the dramatic landscapes of Zion National Park. Hotel (B,D) See soaring cliffs, sculptured canyons & dramatic landscapes See the gigantic red & white stone formations of West Temple & Watchman Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street

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Days 24 - 25: Las Vegas. It’s all glitz & glamour as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax by the pool, or hit up Sin City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B,D) Experience some of the world’s largest hotels & casinos Limo ride & champagne M Heli flight to the Grand Canyon

• •

Day 26: Las Vegas to Los Angeles. Leave the bling of Vegas behind & head through the vast Mojave Desert into California. Your US adventure wraps up when you arrive in Los Angeles where it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. See the famous Joshua trees

•

Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

Code: GNGN 2015/16 Start New York

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53725 53725 53725 53725 53725 53725

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Day 18: Yellowstone National Park. This morning we head into the world’s first national park – Yellowstone. Explore the crown jewel of America’s national parks. It’s a masterpiece of wilderness, wildlife & natural wonders & a serious nature fix. Hotel (B,D) See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the famous ‘Old Faithful’ geyser, wildlife such as buffalo, elk & possibly bears

May 13 May 27

Day 19: Cody to Jackson Hole. We head back into Yellowstone National Park for more exploring then set your sights on the towering spires of the Teton Range before arriving in the western-style ski town of Jackson Hole. Hotel

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

•

* 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.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Feel the student spirit on a ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour • Stroll Quebec on a walking tour • Cruise Niagara Falls • Visit the legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame • Go local with a deep-dish pizza dinner in Chicago • Discover a Native American legend at the Crazy Horse Memorial • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride & champagne Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M M M M

Toronto brewery tour Architecture cruise in Chicago Bike ride in Chicago Cookout & horseback ride in Jackson Hole (seasonal) M Cirque du Soleil show in Vegas See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

Single room supplement of R22795. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. For more ways to save see p.21.

For travel insurance see p.66.

Day 20: Jackson Hole to Park City. Take in the views through Idaho before arriving in this resort town famous for its slopes & the Sundance Film festival. Hotel (B) M Whitewater rafting (seasonal) Day 21: Park City to Kanab via Bryce Canyon National Park. Get active & hike among the richly coloured rock formations of Bryce Canyon National Park on the road from Park City to Kanab. Hotel (B,D) See the bizarre shaped canyons & rock spires called “hoodoos” M Hot air balloon ride

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14 DAYS - FROM R33445 PP*/R2389 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R3340. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

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MONTANA

North Dakota

Yellowstone National Park

Oregon

SOUTH DAKOTA

2 CODY JACKSON HOLE 1

MT. RUSHMORE 2

IDAHO WYOMING

MINNESOTA

WISCONSIN

Badlands National Park

Custer State Park

MADISON 1

1 SIOUX FALLS

Milwaukee

Iowa NEVADA

Chicago

Nebraska

1 PARK CITY

ILLINOIS UTAH Colorado Bryce Canyon Nat’l Park

Kansas CALIFORNIA

Zion Nat’l Park

2 KANAB

Missouri

LAS VEGAS 3 Grand Canyon

2 World Heritage sites visited Los Angeles

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

ARIZONA

Places visited Nightstops Arkansas

SNAPSHOT

NORTHERN ADVENTURE

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

INCLUDED MEALS

13 nights in twin-share hotels

16 10 breakfasts (B), 6 dinners (D)

Day 1: Chicago to Madison. Meet up with your Contiki Team before heading to Milwaukee for a tour of Miller Brewery, one of the nation’s largest beer brewers, en route to the university town of Madison. Hotel (D) Drive through America’s beautiful heartland M Harley Davidson Museum Tour

•

Day 2: Madison to Sioux Falls. Catch the pulse of the true American Midwest on your way to Sioux Falls. Hotel (B) Visit Falls Park & see the waterfall that gave the town its name

•

Day 3: Sioux Falls to Mt. Rushmore. Journey through the unique, lunar-like landscape of Badlands National Park before arriving in the stomping grounds of the Wild West. Hotel (B,D) See colourful buttes, pinnacles & spires Walk the Fossil Trail

• •

Day 4: Mt. Rushmore. Marvel at the American presidents’ faces on iconic Mt. Rushmore & see the world’s largest mountain carving, Crazy Horse Memorial, honouring the famous Lakota Sioux warrior. Hotel (B) Visit Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial & Custer State Park

•

Day 5: Mt. Rushmore to Cody. Today we continue west as we steer toward the cowboy town of Cody & the heart of the American West. Hotel (B) Day 6: Yellowstone National Park. This morning we head to the world’s first national park – Yellowstone. Explore the crown jewel of America’s national parks. It’s a masterpiece of wilderness, wildlife & natural wonders & a serious nature fix. Hotel (B,D) See the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the famous ‘Old Faithful’ geyser, wildlife such as buffalo, elk & possibly bears

•

Day 7: Cody to Jackson Hole. We head back into Yellowstone National Park for more exploring then set your sights on the towering spires of the Teton Range before arriving in the western-style ski town of Jackson Hole. Hotel See the Grand Tetons M Trail ride & cookout (seasonal)

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Day 8: Jackson Hole to Park City. Take in the views through Idaho before arriving in this resort town famous for its slopes and the Sundance Film Festival. Hotel (B) M Whitewater rafting (seasonal)

Code: GNNE 2015/16 Start Chicago

Day 9: Park City to Kanab via Bryce Canyon National Park. Get active & hike among the richly coloured rock formations of Bryce Canyon National Park on the road from Park City to Kanab in Grand Canyon National Park. Hotel (B,D) See the bizarre shaped canyons & rock spires called “hoodoos” M Hot air ballooning

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Day 10: Grand Canyon National Park. Hike, walk or simply relax at this phenomenal natural wonder – just don’t forget to bring your camera! Hotel (B) Hike along the Canyon’s North Rim Capture incredible photos from a panoramic viewpoint

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Day 11: Kanab to Las Vegas via Zion National Park. Before partying like a rock star in Las Vegas, get close to nature in the dramatic landscapes of Zion National Park. Hotel (B,D) See soaring cliffs, sculptured canyons & dramatic landscapes See the gigantic red & whitestone formations of West Temple & Watchman Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street

• • • •

Days 12 - 13: Las Vegas. It’s all glitz & glamour as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax by the pool, or hit up Sin City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B,D) Experience some of the world’s largest hotels & casinos Limo ride & champagne M See a Cirque du Soleil show

• •

Day 14: Las Vegas to Los Angeles. Leave the bling of Vegas behind & head through the vast Mojave Desert into California. Your US adventure wraps up when you arrive in Los Angeles where it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. See the famous Joshua trees

•

Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep

12 19 26 9 23 30

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

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2016

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22 6 20 3 10 24 31 7 14 28

5 19 2 16 23 6 13 20 27 11

* 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.

Single room supplement of R10269. Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.66.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Discover a Native American legend at the Crazy Horse Memorial • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride & champagne Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Wildlife jeep tour in Custer M Cody Rodeo M Ride the High Roller in Las Vegas See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE Can’t get enough of the Canyon? You could opt to take a heli ride to the base, & toast the experience with champagne & lunch. Bucket list, ticked.

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MIX + MATCH Got more time? Check out our Grand Northern trip p.40-41 & start your adventure in New York. Plus you’ll also save R300 with our multi-trip discount. See p.21.

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QUEBEC

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MONTREAL 2

ONTARIO

MAINE

NEW HAMPSHIRE

2 BOSTON

3 TORONTO NEW YORK Niagara Falls

Michigan

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1 World Heritage site visited CHICAGO

Places visited Nightstops Missouri

1 CLEVELAND

CHICAGO 2

PENNSYLVANIA Amish Country

ILLINOIS

MASSACHUSETTS

OHIO

INDIANA Virginia

Providence Rhode Island

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ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

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12 nights in twin-share hotels

15 9 breakfasts (B), 6 dinners (D)

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•

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Day 6: Montreal. You’ll love this city’s mix of Euro-charm & North American pizzazz. Head to one of the many great museums, try out an amazing range of food, shop in hip boutiques & later, party with the ‘oh so French’ Canadians. Hotel M Bike the Old City Day 7: Montreal to Toronto. Behold nature’s beauty as you drive through the ‘Thousand

Islands’ region en route to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. Hotel (D) Travel along the St. Lawrence River Valley & see the Thousand Islands See the CN Tower, Roger Centre, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto

• •

Day 8: Toronto. Toronto is another one of Canada’s multi-cultural hotspots. Maybe catch a baseball game, head to the top of the CN Tower, visit Gallery 44 or Toronto Park for people watching. Tonight, feel the global vibe of this city’s nightlife. Hotel (B) M Brewery tour Day 9: Toronto & Niagara Falls. Take a trip to mighty Niagara Falls & get soaked in its mist as it cascades between the Canadian/US border. Hotel (D) Cruise to the base of the Falls See Niagara Falls M Heli ride over the Falls

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Day 10: Toronto to Cleveland. Leave Canada behind & make a musical pilgrimage to the vibrant arts scene of Cleveland. Hotel (B) Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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Day 11: Cleveland to Chicago. Cross the Midwest as you road trip from one lake town to the next & arrive in busy Chicago. Hotel (B,D) See Lake Michigan, Buckingham Fountain, the Navy Pier & the Chicago River Dig into some Chicago-style pizza See Soldier Field, home to the Chicago Bears American football team, & U.S. Cellular Field, home to the Chicago White Sox baseball club See the Hancock Building, Willis Tower & the Magnificent Mile

Code: GNNN 2015/16 Start New York

Finish Chicago

Total Cost R pp*

2015 Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep

31 7 14 28 11 18

Finish Chicago

Total Cost R pp*

2016 12 19 26 9 23 30

29379 29379 29379 29379 29379 29379

May 25 Jun 8

29379 29379

Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep

2016 May 13 May 27

Start New York

Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep

10 24 8 22 29 12 19 26 2 16

Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep

22 6 20 3 10 24 31 7 14 28

29379 29379 29379 29379 29379 29379 29379 29379 29379 29379

* 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.

Single room supplement of R12525. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.66.

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NEW YORK

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Feel the student spirit on a ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour • Stroll Quebec on a walking tour • Cruise Niagara Falls • Visit the legendary Rock & Roll Hall of Fame • Go local with a deep-dish pizza dinner in Chicago Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Visit the CN Tower in Toronto M Architecture cruise in Chicago M Second City improv & dinner in Chicago See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

LOCAL CULTURE The USA may be known for its burgers, but Toronto’s The Burger’s Priest on Yonge Street is THE place to head for heavenly deliciousness.

QUEBEC

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ NORTH-EAST

MIX + MATCH Got more time? Check out our Grand Northern trip p.40-41 or combine this trip & see more! This trip connects with the Eastern Discovery p.30-31 & the Northern Adventure p.42-43. Plus you’ll also save R300 with our multi-trip discount. See p.21.

MORE NEW YORK Combine this trip with a New York Uncovered trip, giving you more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. More on p.64.

USA & CANADA 2015-17

CALIFORNIA/ARIZONA NEVADA/BRITISH COLUMBIA ALBERTA

DISCOVERY PLUS

23/25 DAYS - FROM R54579 PP*/R2373 P/DAY* SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R5140. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

Mt. Robson

2 JASPER KAMLOOPS 1

Lake Louise

COLUMBIA

2 WHISTLER

Columbia IceямБeld

BRITISH

2 BANFF

1 VERNON

2 CALGARY (Stampede only)

VANCOUVER

ALBERTA

Washington

Montana

Oregon

Idaho

Wyoming

SAN FRANCISCO 1

NEVADA Utah

Yosemite National Park

Colorado

2 BASS LAKE CALIFORNIA Route 66

Mojave Desert

3 World Heritage sites visited 1

VANCOUVER

2 LAS VEGAS

GRAND 2 CANYON

1 Los Angeles

SAN DIEGO Places visited 2 Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

ARIZONA

Sedona

New Mexico

1 PHOENIX Sonoran Desert

SNAPSHOT

THE BIG WEST

22/24 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: San Francisco. This morning meet up with your Contiki Team & explore one of America’s most colourful & chilled cities. The afternoon is yours to shop ‘til you drop, discover Chinatown or chill at a café in hip North Beach. Hotel See North Beach, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury & the city’s iconic cable cars Visit Fisherman’s Wharf Cross the Golden Gate Bridge Sunset catamaran cruise

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Day 2: San Francisco to Bass Lake. Head out of the city & into the mountains where outdoor adventure awaits in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. (D) Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Cross the Oakland Bay Bridge Drive to the Sierra Nevada Mountains

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Day 3: Yosemite National Park. Enjoy the natural beauty of Yosemite – mountains, rock formations, meadows, waterfalls & wild flowers. Hike or bike around the valley floor & explore. (B,D) Contiki Special Stay Bass Lake Resort Relax in the stunning mountain paradise of Bass Lake – swim, soak up some sun & enjoy watersports (seasonal) See Yosemite’s famous rock formations, El Capitan & Half Dome See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil Falls (seasonal)

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Day 4: Bass Lake to Las Vegas. Say goodbye to the Sierra Nevada Mountains & hello to the party in the desert. Hotel (B,D) Drive past Joshua trees – the famous symbol of the Mojave Desert Evening tour of the famous Vegas ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street

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Day 5: Las Vegas. Be part of the Vegas buzz as you hang out on ‘the Strip’, relax & work on your tan poolside, or hit up Sin City’s party hot spots. Hotel (B) Experience some of the world’s largest casinos Limo ride & champagne Non-stop nightlife M See a Cirque du Soleil show

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Day 6: Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon. Get your kicks on historic Route 66 as you journey to the breath-taking Grand Canyon. Lodge Stop for photos & souvenirs Visit Grand Canyon National Park

• •

Day 7: Grand Canyon National Park. Take in this epic place today, a camera is a must. Hike, walk, or maybe opt for a helicopter flight for an up-close experience with this natural wonder. Lodge (B) Hike along the Canyon’s South Rim Watch a spectacular sunset & frame up some shots at a panoramic viewpoint M Heli flight over the Grand Canyon

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Day 8: Grand Canyon to Phoenix. Travel from the iconic Grand Canyon to the ‘Valley of the Sun’, stopping along the way in Sedona, a charming town in the heart of ‘Red Rock Country’. Hotel (D) Shop for Native American jewellery Drive through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon & see the stunning rock formations M 4WD jeep tour

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Day 9: Phoenix to San Diego. Leave the desert behind & head to San Diego. Tap into the ‘California Dream’ on a tour through the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. Tonight, enjoy tasty Mexican cuisine & then party at a hip downtown club or chill out at a cool beach bar. Hotel (B,D) Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert & Sonoran Desert Mexican feast See downtown San Diego, the Gaslamp Quarter, Coronado Island & Old Town San Diego M Hot air ballooning

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Day 10: San Diego. Discover the city your way. With 70 miles of beaches, a world-famous zoo, sailors & surfers, endless shopping & a Mediterranean climate this place is paradise Hotel (B)

Day 11: San Diego to Los Angeles. Today get an insider’s look at LA. Cruise down star-studded Hollywood Boulevard & the Sunset Strip. Shop ‘til you drop or just chill amongst the sunny beach community of Santa Monica & then get into the vibrant energy of Venice Beach’s boardwalk. Hotel (B,D) Drive through the O.C. (Orange County) & along the scenic Pacific Coast See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the “Walk of Fame” Drive along famous Sunset Strip Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach See Rodeo Drive & Melrose Avenue

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Day 12: Los Angeles to Vancouver. This morning, say farewell to the American Dream. Next up, we’re headed on a morning flight to Vancouver, Canada where 11 more days of endless adventure await. Hotel Day 13: Vancouver to Whistler. Meet up with your Canadian Contiki Team & wind along the Sea-to-Sky Highway to the world-famous resort town, Whistler, home of the 2010 Winter Olympics & a serious outdoor fix. Hotel (D) See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains

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Day 14: Whistler. North America’s top alpine resort is your playground for high-energy outdoor activities, like ziplining, mountain biking & canoeing. There’s also a gondola ride for views over the town & that’s just the start. Hotel (B) Enjoy the shopping & activities in & around the quaint village Hike one of Whistler’s many trails M Canoeing or Mountain biking

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Day 15: Whistler to Kamloops. Photo ops of Canada’s awesome mountain & lake scenery are everywhere on the way to Kamloops. Hotel (D) Scenic drive through the Lillooet Mountain Range See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque Lillooet, Duffy & Kamloops Lakes M Peak to Peak gondola

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Day 16: Kamloops to Jasper. Stop for a picnic in the heart of the Rockies at spectacular Mt. Robson on our way to Jasper. Adventure seekers have the chance to ride the rapids on a whitewater rafting trip. Hotel (B,L) Scenic drive along the Yellowhead Highway into the Rocky Mountains View Mt. Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies (weather dependent) Stay in Jasper National Park

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Day 17: Jasper. You might catch a glimpse of the impressive wildlife in & around Maligne Canyon & Lake. Chill out on a scenic boat tour or relax & explore the quaint alpine village. Hotel (D) Visit Maligne Canyon, the deepest & longest limestone canyon in the Rockies Visit Maligne Lake – the largest in the Canadian Rockies (seasonal) M Maligne Lake cruise (seasonal)

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Day 18: Jasper to Banff. Take in the views of one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway & see some of the area’s 200 glaciers. We’ll roll right onto the Athabasca Glacier in a customdesigned “Ice Explorer”. (D) Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet Walk to Athabasca Falls See the vivid blue colour of Peyto Lake (seasonal), the Saskatchewan River Valley & Weeping Wall Visit Lake Louise & the enchanting Lake Louise Château See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel M Glacier Skywalk experience

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Day 19: Banff. Choose your own adventure in the mountains around Banff. Like a flight over the Rocky Mountains, horse riding, hiking, shopping & after hours, get into the local nightlife! (B) Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet M Heli-flight over the Rockies M Trail ride & cookout M Mountain climbing experience Day 20: Banff to Vernon. Today’s travels take you through three national parks in a single day with a stop at the famous Roger’s Pass on one of the

world’s great mountain roads. Hotel (B,D) Drive through Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke National Parks See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels & Kicking Horse Valley

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Day 21: Vernon to Vancouver. We journey through the stunning Okanagan Valley, Canada’s wine country, before arriving in Vancouver, where we will check out the sites of this cosmopolitan city. Hotel See Lake Okanagan & its floating bridge See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion’s Gate Bridge Visit the totem poles of Canada’s First Nations People in Stanley Park

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Day 22: Vancouver. Feel the young vibe of the city while exploring its hip shops & cafés. Later, enjoy a dinner cruise around the harbour & head out for a night on the town! Hotel (B) M Sunset dinner cruise

Special Stay: 2 nights at The Pines Resort overlooking Bass Lake, 2 nights in a Rocky Mountain chalet, & 16 nights in twin-share hotels (18 nights Stampede departure), 2 nights in a twin-share lodge

24 INCLUDED MEALS 12 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 11 dinners (D)

Day 23: Vancouver. Your Canadian adventure ends this morning & it’s time to swap email addresses & say farewell to your new friends.

INCLUSIONS

TRAVELLING EARLY? Travelling between 5th Aug 2015 & 16th Sept 2015? The below trips (LACR 2015) are 22 days long & feature a modified itinerary, the first 12 days of the trip will operate in reverse & do not have a day in San Francisco. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/bigwest for full details.

Code: LACR 2015 Start Los Angeles

Finish Total Vancouver Cost R pp*

2015 Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 26

Aug 26 Sep 2 Sep 16

Start Los Angeles

2015 54079 Sep 9 54079 Sep 16 54079

Finish Total Vancouver Cost R pp*

Sep 30 Oct 7

54079 54079

Single room supplement of R15955.

Code: LACR/LACRS 2016 Start San Francisco

Finish Total Vancouver Cost R pp*

2016 Jun May 10 May 24 Jun Jun 7 Jun Jun 21 ● Jul Jul 5 Jul Jul 19 Aug

1 15 29 15 27 10

54579 54579 54579 59999 55929 55929

Start San Francisco

Finish Total Vancouver Cost R pp*

2016 Jul 26 Aug 9 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30 Sep 13

Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct

17 31 7 14 21 5

55929 55929 55929 55929 55929 55929

* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in

Bass Lake & Banff with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate at no extra charge. LACR: Single room supplement of R15955. LACRS: Single room supplement of R18325.

● This trip is 25 days long & spends 2 nights in Calgary during

the “Stampede”. For this trip use code LACRS. Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. For more ways to save see p.21.

CALGARY STAMPEDE SPECIAL TRIP DEPARTURE Channel your inner cowboy or cowgirl at the worldfamous Calgary Stampede. The spirit of this amazing festival takes over the city for 10 days in July. See men 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 Big West tour departure that ties into this event with 2 nights in Calgary during the Stampede, making this trip 25 days long. Look for departures marked with • in the price panel on this page (LACRS). Visit www.contiki.com/calgarystampede

• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • 1 international flight & transfers from LA to Vancouver • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Sit back, chill & enjoy the San Fran sunset on a catamaran cruise • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride & champagne • Go loco as you feast on traditional Mexican cuisine • Discover the Athabasca Glacier on the ‘Ice Explorer’ • Reach new heights on a gondola ride in Banff • Get back to nature as you picnic in the Rocky Mountains Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Experience the “High Roller” in Las Vegas M Bike tour along the Rim of the Grand Canyon M Climbing experience in the Rocky Mountains M Explore San Diego Zoo M LA Speedboat adventure M Zipline adventure in Whistler M Whitewater rafting in Jasper (seasonal) M Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ BIGWEST

USA & CANADA 2015-17

NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND

SNAPSHOT

13 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

QUEBEC

MONTREAL 2 Maine

13 nights in twin-share hotels ONTARIO

DISCOVERY PLUS

15 INCLUDED MEALS

LAKE HURON

LAKE ONTARIO

TORONTO 2

EASTERN ESCAPADE

7 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 7 dinners (D)

Vermont

KE LA

2 BOSTON

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Feel the student spirit on a ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour • Rise up 86 floors by elevator to the observation Tower of the Empire State Building • Visit the Statue of Liberty • Walking tour of Philly • Visit Gettysburg National Military Park • Cruise Niagara Falls • Sample some of Niagara’s best with a wine tasting & a picnic • Indulge in ice cream on a tour of Ben & Jerry’s Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M Boston trolley tour M New York food cart tour M Bike tour of Central Park M Heli ride over Niagara Falls M Brewery tour Toronto M Visit CN Tower M Bike Montreal’s Old City See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ EASTERN-ESCAPADE

CONTIKI.COM

CONNECTICUT

IE ER

2 New York PHILADELPHIA Gettysburg 1

NEW JERSEY

Amish Country

Ohio

Providence Rhode Island

PENNSYLVANIA

14 DAYS - 8 STATES FROM R34445 PP*/R2461 P/DAY*

INCLUSIONS SAVE

Concord

MASSACHUSETTS

1 NIAGARA FALLS

PITTSBURGH 1

NEW HAMPSHIRE

NEW YORK

2 World Heritage sites visited

WASHINGTON DC 2

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R3440. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

MARYLAND W.Virginia

Virginia

Places visited Nightstops

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Boston. Meet up with your Contiki Team then explore this historic city on a sightseeing tour incl. Harvard University before the day is all yours. Hotel (D) See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original ‘Cheers’ Bar Visit Harvard University Day 2: Boston. Boston is a place at the forefront of American history, so head out & explore. Hotel (B) Walk the historic Freedom Trail Day 3: Boston to New York. Hello Big Apple! We’ll dive right in & explore the sights, topped off with the Empire State Building for unbeatable views of Manhattan. Hotel (D) See Wall Street, MOMA & Guggenheim Museum, 5th Ave, Rockefeller Center & Tiffany’s View the World Trade Center Memorial & Battery Park Head to floor 86, to the Empire State Building Observation Tower Day 4: New York, New York. Today it’s all about ME Time, and the options are endless. Hotel (B) M Helicopter tour around Manhattan Day 5: New York to Philadelphia. Next up: Philly. Hotel (D) Visit the Statue of Liberty Walking tour of Philly Day 6: Philadelphia to Washington D.C. Turn back the clock with a visit to Amish Country. Tonight we’ll see the sites on an illumination tour of the city’s monuments with our guide. Hotel (B,D) Visit Amish Country, Arlington National Cemetery & changing of the guard See the White House, Capitol Building & Washington Monument See the Lincoln, Jefferson, FDR, Martin Luther King Jr. & Korean Memorials Day 7: Washington D.C. Today is all yours to explore. Hotel

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Day 8: Washington D.C. to Pittsburgh. Visit the Civil War site of Gettysburg, where President Lincoln gave the famous Gettysburg Address, before arriving in Pittsburgh. Hotel (B,D) See the Strip District, Heinz Field & PNC Park in Pittsburgh Visit Gettysburg battlefield Day 9: Pittsburgh to Niagara Falls. Today we cross into Canada for a day of exploring Niagara Falls. Hotel Niagara Falls boat cruise M Elements on the Falls dinner Day 10: Niagara Falls to Toronto. Soak in the vineyards, vibes & orchards of Niagara on the Lake. Tour a winery before arriving in Toronto. Hotel (B,L,D) Wine tasting & picnic See the CN Tower, Roger Centre, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto Day 11: Toronto. Maybe catch a baseball game, or head up the CN Tower. Later, feel the global buzz of the city’s nightlife. Hotel M Second City improv & dinner Day 12: Toronto to Montreal. Today it’s onto Montreal, combining French heritage with global cool. Hotel (B) Visit Old Town Montreal, the Old Port & Mount Royal, Montreal’s largest park See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the Olympic Stadium M Jet boating Day 13: Montreal. Explore museums, amazing food, shopping, then later party with the locals. Hotel (D) M Brunch cruise Day 14: Montreal to Boston. Make a tasty stop at the home of Ben & Jerry’s! Your trip ends on arrival in Boston. (B) Visit the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream factory

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Please note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

TRAVELLING EARLY? Travelling between 14th Aug & 25th Sep 2015? The below trips (ESTE 2015) are 13 days long & feature a modified itinerary starting & ending in NYC & spends 1 night in Ottawa. See below for start & end times & visit contiki.com/eastern-escapade for full details.

Code: ESTE 2015 Start New York

Finish Total New York Cost R pp*

2015 Aug 14 Aug 28

Start New York

Finish Total New York Cost R pp*

2015 Aug 26 Sep 9

29975 Sep 11 29975 Sep 25

Sep 23 Oct 7

29975 29975

Finish Boston

Total Cost R pp*

Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct

34445 34445 34445 34445 34445

Single room supplement of R12359. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm.

Code: ESTE 2016 Start Boston

Finish Boston

Total Cost R pp*

Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul

34445 34445 34445 34445 34445

2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul

20 3 17 1 15

Start Boston 2016

2 16 30 14 28

Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

29 12 26 9 23

11 25 8 22 6

* 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.

Single room supplement of R16469. Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. For more ways to save see 21.

EASY PACE

LIKE TO SET YOUR OWN PACE WHEN YOU TRAVEL, AND TAKE THINGS SLOW? LATER STARTS EACH MORNING, HEAPS OF ME TIME & INCLUDED INTERNAL FLIGHTS MEAN MORE TIME FOR YOU TO DO THE THINGS YOU LOVE. 1 TRIP, 14 DAYS

INCLUDED

Best of USA ................................................ p.50

• Twin-share hotel accommodation, or a ‘room to myself’ option for a little extra privacy for a little extra cost • Minimum 2-night stays in each destination, later starts each morning plus breakfast most days • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team

• Included flights to reduce travel time • Included activities such as a walking tour of downtown LA, a sunset catamaran cruise around San Francisco Bay & a limo ride down the Vegas Strip • ME Time – explore on your own or experience our awesome optional activities.

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities

contiki.com/easy-pace-usa-canada

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at all overnight stops.

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CALIFORNIA/NEVADA NEW YORK

EASY PACE

14 DAYS - FROM R48899 PP*/R3493 P/DAY* SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R3795. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

Ontario Oregon NEW YORK Minnesota Idaho

Wisconsin

NEW YORK 4

South Dakota Michigan

Wyoming

Pennsylvania

Iowa Nebraska Ohio NEVADA

Illinois

3 SAN FRANCISCO

Maryland

Indiana

Utah Colorado

W.Virginia Virginia

Kansas Missouri CALIFORNIA

Kentucky

LAS VEGAS 3

North Carolina

Tennessee

3 LOS ANGELES

Oklahoma Arkansas Arizona

Texas New Mexico

Mississippi

Alabama

1 World Heritage site visited

Georgia

SAN FRANCISCO

Louisiana Florida

Nightstops

SNAPSHOT

BEST OF USA

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

13 nights in twin-share hotels

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Los Angeles. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning & get an insider’s look at LA on a walking tour of downtown. Later, cruise down star-studded Hollywood Boulevard & the Sunset Strip. Shop ‘til you drop or just chill amongst the sunny beach community of Santa Monica & then get into the vibrant energy of Venice Beach’s boardwalk. Hotel (D) Walking tour of downtown Los Angeles See Mann’s Chinese Theater & the “Walk of Fame” Drive along famous Sunset Strip Visit Santa Monica & Venice Beach See Rodeo Drive & Melrose Avenue

• • • • •

Days 2 - 3: Los Angeles. The next two days are yours to explore the City of Angels. Get behind the scenes of the movie world at Universal Studios, explore the magical world of Disneyland, or check out ‘L.A. Live’ entertainment venue. The shopping scene goes off, so look for deals in the garment district, visit the Grammy Museum, or take a Movie Stars’ Homes Tour to learn how the rich & famous live. Hotel (B) M Movie Stars’ Homes Tour Day 4: Los Angeles to San Francisco. Next stop: San Fran – the city of roller coaster streets, counter culture & the world-famous bridge. See it all on a city sightseeing tour. Hotel (D) Transfers & flight to San Francisco Visit Fisherman’s Wharf See North Beach, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, Haight-Ashbury, Alcatraz & the city’s iconic cable cars Cross the Golden Gate Bridge 3-day Muni pass Sunset catamaran cruise

• • • • • •

Days 5 - 6: San Francisco. Spend the next two days exploring the City by the Bay your way. Ride historic cable cars, feel the hippie vibe in HaightAshbury, tour notorious Alcatraz Island, or walk through Golden Gate Park. Hotel (B,D)(B) Chinatown dinner M Bike the Bay

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Day 7: San Francisco to Las Vegas. Leave your heart in San Francisco & fly to the bright lights of Vegas. Tonight, get straight into the non-stop nightlife in this legendary city. Hotel (D) Transfers & flight to Las Vegas Enjoy the non-stop nightlife

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Days 8 - 9: Las Vegas. Hang out for a couple of days in ‘Sin City’ full of glamour & excess. High roll in one of the countless casinos, do some high-end bargain shopping in the factory outlets, catch a variety show & head out to party. We make sure

NEW YORK

you do Vegas like a high roller…you’ll cruise the streets in a limo, complete with champagne! Hotel (B) Evening tour of the famous ‘Strip’ Visit Fremont Street & some of the world’s largest hotels & casinos Limo ride & champagne Ride the “High Roller” M See a Cirque du Soleil show

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Day 10: Las Vegas to New York. Leave the party in the desert behind & fly to the bright lights of New York City. Hotel Transfers & flight to New York

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Day 11: Hello Big Apple!. Take in the city’s icons on a sightseeing tour then you could take an optional heli ride over the city for endless views, or hit the shops. After dinner, hit the streets to be part of the atmosphere of Times Square & a night out in the city that never sleeps is a must. Hotel (B,D) See Wall Street, the NYSE, Museum Row, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art & Guggenheim Museum See the famous neighbourhoods like Soho, Greenwich Village & TriBeCa View the World Trade Center site, Battery Park & Central Park See St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center & Tiffany’s 7-day Metro pass M Heli flight around Manhattan

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Days 12 - 13: More of Manhattan. This city has it all & you have two free days to explore. First up, check out the Manhattan skyline on our cruise to the Statue of Liberty, then head out & take NYC by storm! You could impress the foodie within on an NYC food cart tour, or hit the shops on 5th Avenue, or wander through NYC’s vibrant neighbourhoods like the Lower East Side with its cute boutiques, great coffee & street art. Maybe discover your inner Carrie on a ‘Sex & the City’ tour, go local & head out for pizza & cocktails or catch a Broadway show. Try cruising through Central Park on a bike tour, visit The Met or MoMa Gallery, or cross the historic Brooklyn Bridge, the options are endless. You’ll also get a different view of the Big Apple when we head to the top of the Empire State Building for unbeatable views of Manhattan by night. Hotel (B) Visit the Statue of Liberty Rise up 86 floors by elevator, to the Observation Tower of the Empire State Building M Food cart tour

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Day 14: New York. This morning the trip ends. It’s time to swap emails & say farewell to your new friends.

Code: TUSA 2015/16/17 Start Los Angeles

Finish New York

Total Cost R pp*

2015 Aug Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

24 31 14 12 16 7

11 8 11 25 9 23 6 20

Finish New York

Total Cost R pp*

Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Jan

17 31 14 28 11 25 9 23 13 27 11 8

48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899

Jan 23 Mar 6

Feb 5 Mar 19

48899 48899

Start New York

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

Sep 27 Dec 13

48899 48899

Jan 24 Feb 21

48899 48899

11 INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)

2016 Sep Sep Sep Oct Nov Dec

6 13 27 25 29 20

48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899

Jan Feb Apr May May Jun Jun Jul

24 21 24 8 22 5 19 3

48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899 48899

2016 Jan Feb Apr Apr May May Jun Jun

Start Los Angeles

Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec

4 18 1 15 29 12 26 10 31 14 28 26 ●

2017

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • 3 internal flights & transfers to San Francisco, Las Vegas & New York • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

Code: TUSR 2015/16/17 Start New York

Finish Los Angeles

Total Cost R pp*

Sep 22 Dec 15

48899 48899

Mar 8 Jul 5 Jul 19

48899 48899 48899

2015 Sep 9 Dec 2

2016

2016 Feb 24 Jun 22 Jul 6

Sep 14 Nov 30 2017 Jan 11 Feb 8

* 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.

Single room supplement of R21205. ● Trip spends New Year’s Eve in San Francisco.

TUSA: Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. TUSR: Trip starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 11:00am. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.66.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Get an insider’s look at LA on a guided walking tour • Discover the real San Fran with a Muni pass • Enjoy the San Fran sunset on a catamaran cruise • Enjoy dinner & a tour of San Fran’s Chinatown • Live it up Vegas-style with a limo ride & champagne • See Vegas from a different angle on the High Roller • The Big Apple is all yours with a 7-day Metro pass • Get a bird’s eye view of Manhattan from the Empire State Building & visit the Statue of Liberty Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS M M M M M M M M

Visit Disneyland Hollywood walking tour Party club crawl in Los Angeles Visit Grammy Museum in LA California Academy of Science Cirque du Soleil show in Vegas NYC ‘Sex & the City’ tour Bike Central Park tour (seasonal) M Experience “High Roller” in Las Vegas See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ BEST-OF-USA

YOUR CHOICE Choose to start your trip in New York instead of LA (code TUSR).

USA & CANADA 2015-17

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

GET EVEN CLOSER TO THE ACTION & EXPERIENCE LIFE AS A TRUE LOCAL. TRAVELLING THROUGH THE NORTHERN USA & INTO CANADA, SPEND LONGER IN EACH DESTINATION WITH EVEN MORE TIME TO EXPLORE. 4 TRIPS, 7-22 DAYS

INCLUDED

Canadian Encounter

.......................... p.53

Revolutionary Roads

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• Twin-share hotel accommodation, or a ‘room to myself’ option for a bit of privacy at a little extra cost

• Included experiences like a Niagara Falls boat cruise, a picnic in the Rocky Mountains & a Quebec City walking tour

• 2-night stays in most destinations

• A modern air-conditioned coach with the must-have’s like on-board WiFi, powerpoints, movies & a killer sound system

Canada & the Rockies ............................ p.56 Grand Canadian ....................................... p.58

• Breakfast most days, plus many included dinners • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Sightseeing tours of all major cities

New for 2016

CONTIKI.COM

contiki.com/in-depth-explorer-usa-canada

• ME Time – time for you to explore on your own or take advantage of our hand-picked optional activities

We love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at all overnight stops.

QUEBEC

MONTREAL 2 Maine

ONTARIO

Vermont NEW HAMPSHIRE

LAKE HURON

LAKE ONTARIO

TORONTO 2

Concord

New York

Boston

MASSACHUSETTS

1 NIAGARA FALLS KE LA

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PITTSBURGH 1 ois

Connecticut

IE ER

Ohio

Washington DC

MARYLAND W.Virginia

1 World Heritage site visited 1

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Kentucky

Places visited Nightstops N.Carolina

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

NIAGARA FALLS

SNAPSHOT

CANADIAN ENCOUNTER

6 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

7 DAYS - 5 STATES FROM R13765 PP*/R1967 P/DAY* SAVE

6 nights in twin-share hotels

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R1375. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

NEW TRIP

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

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Washington D.C. to Pittsburgh. Meet up with your Contiki Team & then we head out to the Civil War site of Gettysburg, where President Lincoln gave the famous Gettysburg Address. Then it’s onward to the “Steel City” – Pittsburgh. Hotel (D) See the Strip District, Heinz Field & PNC Park in Pittsburgh Visit Gettysburg battlefield

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Day 2: Pittsburgh to Niagara Falls. Spend the morning in Pittsburgh before saying farewell to the USA as we cross into Canada for a day of exploring Niagara Falls. Hotel Cruise to the base of the Falls M Elements on the Falls dinner

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Day 3: Niagara Falls to Toronto. Soak in the vineyards, vibes & orchards of Niagara on the Lake. Tour a winery & sample some regional drops before arriving in Toronto. Hotel (B,L,D) Sample some of Niagara’s best with wine tasting & a picnic See the CN Tower, Rogers Centre, the University of Toronto & the eclectic shops on Yonge Street.

Code: DCBO 2016 M Jet boating Day 6: Montreal. Indulge in the city’s mix of Euro charm & North American lifestyle as you explore today. Head to one of the many museums, taste an amazing range of food, shop the trendy boutiques & later party with the “oh so French” Canadians. Hotel (D) M Brunch cruise Day 7: Montreal to Boston. Today it’s on to historic New England with a tasty stop at the home of Ben & Jerry’s ice cream. We’ll end our trip on arrival in Boston where it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. Hotel (B) Visit the Ben & Jerry’s ice cream factory

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Please Note: Do not book flights before 9:00pm.

MONTREAL

Start Finish Washington Boston D.C.

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27 10 24 8 22

Start Finish Washington Boston D.C.

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2 16 30 14 28

13765 13765 13765 13765 13765

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5 19 2 16 30

Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct

11 25 8 22 6

13765 13765 13765 13765 13765

* 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.

Single room supplement of R4969. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 5:30pm. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.66.

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Day 4: Toronto. Toronto is a fantastic multicultural hot spot & with a free day there’s a lot to see. Maybe catch a baseball game, or zoom to the top of the world’s tallest free-standing structure, the CN Tower. Later feel the global groove of the city’s nightlife. Hotel M Second City improv & dinner Day 5: Toronto to Montreal. Today it’s on to the fun French feel of Montreal. This city combines its French heritage with a diverse global population, resulting in a cool cosmopolitan vibe. Hotel (B) Visit Old Montreal, the Old Port & Mount Royal, Montreal’s largest park See St. Joseph’s Oratory & the Olympic Stadium

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EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Visit Gettysburg National Park • Cruise Niagara Falls • Sample some of Niagara’s best with wine tasting & a picnic • Indulge in ice cream on a tour of Ben & Jerry’s Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS

MIX + MATCH Got more time? Check out our Eastern Escapade trip p.48 & start your adventure in Boston. Plus you’ll also save R300 with our multi-trip discount. See p.21.

M Visit CN Tower M Heli flight over Niagara Falls M Brewery tour in Toronto M Bike Montreal’s Old City See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ CANADIAN-ENCOUNTER

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MASSACHUSETTS RHODE ISLAND PENNSYLVANIA/MARYLAND NEW YORK

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

8 DAYS - FROM R22585 PP*/R2824 P/DAY* SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R2255. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS NEW TRIP

Vermont New Hampshire

Ontario

2 BOSTON

NEW YORK

MASSACHUSETTS Providence Rhode Island

CONNECTICUT

2 New York PENNSYLVANIA

PHILADELPHIA 1

NEW JERSEY

Amish Country

Ohio

WASHINGTON DC 2 MARYLAND W.Virginia

Virginia

2 World Heritage sites visited 1

WASHINGTON D.C.

nnessee

Places visited Nightstops

REVOLUTIONARY ROADS ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

SNAPSHOT

NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 7 nights in twin-share hotels

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

Day 1: Boston. Meet up with your Contiki Team in the one & only Boston. We’ll explore this historic city on a sightseeing tour & then we’ll tour prestigious Harvard University before having the rest of the day free. Hotel (D) See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original ‘Cheers’ Bar Visit Harvard University

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Day 2: Boston. Boston is a place at the forefront of American history & there’s plenty to do day & night in this bustling university town. Hotel (B) Walk the historic Freedom Trail

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Day 3: Boston to New York. Hello New York! Get ready for two awesome nights in one of the world’s hottest cities. We’ll dive right into the Big Apple & spend the afternoon discovering this iconic city’s sights from Wall Street to the Guggenheim & SoHo. After dinner, we head up to the 86th floor of the Empire State Building for unbeatable views of Manhattan by night then hit the streets & get amongst the buzz & atmosphere of New York. Hotel (D) See Wall Street Metropolitan Museum of Art & Guggenheim Museum See fashionable 5th Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center & Tiffany’s View the World Trade Center Memorial & Battery Park Take the elevator to floor 86, to the Observation Tower of the Empire State Building

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Day 4: New York. Today it’s all about ME Time! For something different you can opt for a NYC food cart tour – the foodie in you will love it. Or take the rest of the day to explore. Shop 5th Avenue, visit PHILADELPHIA

Times Square or wander through NYC’s vibrant neighbourhoods like the Lower East Side or Hell’s Kitchen. Tonight, do it local & head out for pizza, cocktails or catch a famous Broadway show. Hotel (B) M Bike tour of Central Park Day 5: New York to Philadelphia. First up, this morning is a visit to Lady Liberty & then it’s Goodbye Big Apple & Hello Philly! We head to the historic, hip & art-filled city known as the “City of Brotherly Love”. Hotel (D) Visit the Statue of Liberty Walking tour of Philadelphia

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Day 6: Philadelphia to Washington D.C. On your way to the nation’s capital, we’ll turn back the clock with a visit to Amish Country. Tonight we’ll see the sites on an illumination tour of the city’s famous monuments with our Local Guide. Hotel (B,D) Visit Amish Country, Arlington National Cemetery & changing of the guard See the White House, Capitol Building, & Washington Monument

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Day 7: Washington D.C. Take advantage of a full free day & the things to do here. The list is endless, tour the National Monuments, visit the Smithsonian Museums, people watch in colourful Georgetown or shop & get out into the pumping nightlife this evening. Hotel Visit the Smithsonian Museums M Visit the “Newseum”

Code: BODC 2015/16/17 Start Boston

Finish Total Washington Cost R pp* D.C.

2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul

20 3 17 1 15

Start Boston

Finish Total Washington Cost R pp* D.C.

INCLUSIONS

2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul

27 10 24 8 22

22585 22585 22585 22585 22585

Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep

29 12 26 9 23

Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep

5 19 2 16 30

22585 22585 22585 22585 22585

* 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.

Single room supplement of R11499. Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.66.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Feel the student spirit on a “Hahvahd” (Harvard) tour • Rise up 86 floors by elevator to the observation tower of the Empire State Building • Visit the Statue of Liberty • Walking tour of Philly Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

•

Day 8: Washington D.C. It’s time to say farewell to your travel buddies when your trip ends after breakfast. (B)

ME TIME OPTIONS M Boston trolley tour M New York food cart tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ REVOLUTIONARY-ROADS

MIX + MATCH Got more time? Check out the Eastern Escapade trip p.48 & continue into Canada! Plus you’ll also save R300 with our multi-trip discount. See p.21.

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BRITISH COLUMBIA ALBERTA

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

11/13 DAYS - FROM R22835 PP*/R2076 P/DAY* SAVE

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R2399. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

BRITISH COLUMBIA

ALBERTA

Mt. Robson

2 JASPER Columbia IceямБeld

KAMLOOPS 1

Lake Louise

2 BANFF 2 WHISTLER

1 World Heritage site visited 1

THE ROCKIES

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

1 VERNON

2 CALGARY (Stampede only)

2 VANCOUVER

Washington Montana

SNAPSHOT

CANADA & THE ROCKIES

10/12 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

Special Stay: 2 nights in a Rocky Mountain chalet, & 8 nights in twin-share hotels (12 nights Stampede departure)

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Vancouver to Whistler. Meet your Contiki Team & wind along the Sea-to-Sky Highway to the world-famous resort town, Whistler, home of the 2010 Winter Olympics & get a serious outdoor fix. Hotel (D) See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains

•

Day 2: Whistler. North America’s top alpine resort is your playground for high-energy outdoor activities, like ziplining, mountain biking & canoeing. There’s also a gondola ride for views over the town – & that’s just the start. Hotel (B) Enjoy the shopping & activities in & around the quaint village Hike one of Whistler’s many trails M Canoeing

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Walk to Athabasca Falls See the vivid blue colour of Peyto Lake (seasonal), the Saskatchewan River Valley & Weeping Wall Visit Lake Louise & the enchanting Lake Louise Château See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel M Glacier Skywalk experience

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Day 7: Banff. Choose your own adventure in the mountains around Banff. There’s so much offered like a flight over the Rocky Mountains, horseback riding, hiking, shopping & after hours, get into the local nightlife! (B)

Day 3: Whistler to Kamloops. Photo ops of Canada’s awesome mountain & lake scenery are everywhere on the way to Kamloops. Hotel (D) Scenic drive through the Lillooet Mountain Range See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque Lillooet, Duffy & Kamloops lakes M Peak to Peak gondola

Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet M Heli flight over the Rockies M Mountain climbing experience

Day 4: Kamloops to Jasper. Stop for a picnic in the heart of the Rockies at spectacular Mt. Robson on our way to Jasper. Adventure seekers have the chance to ride the rapids on a whitewater rafting trip. Hotel (B,L) Scenic drive along the Yellowhead Highway into the Rocky Mountains View Mt. Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies (weather dependent)

• Drive through Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke National Parks • See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels & Kicking

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Day 5: Jasper. You might catch a glimpse of the impressive wildlife in & around Maligne Lake. Chill out on a scenic boat tour or relax & explore the quaint alpine village. Hotel (D) Visit Maligne Canyon, the deepest & longest limestone canyon in the Rockies Visit Maligne Lake – the largest in the Canadian Rockies (seasonal) M Maligne Lake boat cruise (seasonal)

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Day 6: Jasper to Banff. Take in the views of one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway & see some of the 200 glaciers in the area. We’ll roll right onto the Athabasca Glacier’s icy slopes in a custom-designed “Ice Explorer”. (D)

INCLUDED MEALS

Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet

Day 8: Banff to Vernon. Today’s travels take you through three national parks in a single day with a stop at the famous Roger’s Pass on one of the world’s great mountain roads. Hotel (B,D)

Horse Valley Day 9: Venon to Vancouver. We journey through the stunning Okanagan Valley in Canada’s wine country, before arriving in Vancouver where we will check out the sites of this cosmopolitan city. Hotel

5 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 5 dinners (D)

Code: CRCR/CRST/CRSTR 2015/16 Start Vancouver

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19 26 2 16 30 7

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15 19 27 10 17 31 7 14 21 5

28555 28555 23999 23999 23999 23999 23999 23999 23999 23999

* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in

Banff with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS

CRCR: Single room supplement of R7299. CRST/CRSTR: Single room supplement of R9975. ● This trip spends 2 nights in Calgary during the “Stampede”

& is 13 days long. For this trip use code CRST. ■ This trip spends 2 nights in Calgary during the “Stampede”

& is 13 days long (this trip operates a modified itinerary). For this trip use code CRSTR. Trip starts 10:00am & ends approx. 11:00am.

• Discover the Athabasca Glacier on the ‘Ice Explorer’ • Reach new heights on a gondola ride in Banff • Get back to nature as you picnic in the Rocky Mountains Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.66.

ME TIME OPTIONS M Zipline adventure in Whistler M Mountain biking in Whistler M Whitewater rafting in Jasper (seasonal) M Trail ride & cookout M Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

• See Lake Okanagan & its floating bridge • See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion’s Gate Bridge • Visit the totem poles of Canada’s First Nations People in Stanley Park Day 10: Vancouver. Feel the young vibe of the city while exploring its hip shops & cafés. Later, enjoy a dinner cruise around the harbour & head out for a night on the town! Hotel (B) M Dinner cruise

LOCAL CULTURE

Day 11: Vancouver. Your Canadian adventure ends this morning & it’s time to swap email addresses & say farewell to your new friends.

CALGARY STAMPEDE

VANCOUVER

Instagram lovers keep that phone charged for Lake Louise & be prepared for your likes to go up, up, up.

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 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 couple of special Canadian trip departures that tie into this event with 2 nights in Calgary during the Stampede, making this trip 13 days long. Look for departures marked with • in the price panel on this page (CRST/CRSTR). Visit www.contiki.com/calgarystampede

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ CANADA-ROCKIES

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IN-DEPTH NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EXPLORER RHODE ISLAND MASSACHUSETTS NEW HAMPSHIRE/MAINE/QUEBEC ONTARIO/BRITISH COLUMBIA/ALBERTA 20/22 DAYS - FROM R45565 PP*/R2279 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R4100. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

SAVE

BRITISH

Mt. Robson

COLUMBIA

ALBERTA

2 JASPER Columbia IceямБeld

KAMLOOPS 1

Lake Louise

2 BANFF 2 WHISTLER

1 VERNON

2 CALGARY (Stampede only)

2 VANCOUVER Saskatchewan Manitoba QUEBEC

ONTARIO

QUEBEC CITY 2

Washington

LAKE SUPERIOR

MONTREAL 2

North Dakota

Idaho Montana

Vermont

Oregon LAKE HURON

Wisconsin

3 World Heritage sites visited 1

WHISTLER

HAMPSHIRE

TORONTO 3

South Dakota

LAKE ONTARIO Niagara Falls

Places visited Wyoming Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

BOSTON 2 MASSACHUSETTS

NEW YORK

CONNECTICUT

Michigan KE LA

Nebraska

MAINE

NEW

Minnesota

Iowa

IE ER

New York

Pennsylvania

New Jersey

GRAND CANADIAN

+ CALGARY STAMPEDE

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Day 2: Boston. Boston is a place at the forefront of American history & there’s plenty to do day & night in this busy university town. Hotel (B) Walk the historic Freedom Trail Visit Harvard University

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Day 3: Boston to Quebec City. Today it’s on to the uniquely French-influenced Quebec City – a little piece of old world Europe in the middle of North America. Hotel (B,D) Scenic drive through Maine & across the US/ Canadian border

•

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•

Special Stay: 2 nights in a Rocky Mountain chalet, & 17 nights in twin-share hotels (21 nights Stampede departure)

20 INCLUDED MEALS

Day 16: Banff. Choose your own adventure in the mountains around Banff. There’s so much offered like a flight over the Rocky Mountains, horseback riding, hiking, shopping & after hours, get into the pumping nightlife! (B) Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet M Heli flight over the Rockies

10 breakfasts (B), 10 dinners (D)

INCLUSIONS

• •

Day 17: Banff to Vernon. Today’s travels take you through three national parks in a single day with a stop at the famous Roger’s Pass on one of the world’s great mountain roads. Hotel (B,D) Drive through Yoho, Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke National Parks See the incredible Spiral Train Tunnels & Kicking Horse Valley

Day 12: Whistler to Kamloops. Photo ops of Canada’s awesome mountain & lake scenery are everywhere on the way to Kamloops. (D) Scenic drive through the Lillooet Mountain Range See Seton Lake reservoir & picturesque Lillooet, Duffy & Kamloops Lakes M Peak to Peak gondola

Day 18: Vernon to Vancouver. Journey through the stunning Okanagan Valley, Canada’s wine country, before arriving in Vancouver, where we will check out the sites of this cosmopolitan city. Hotel See Lake Okanagan & its floating bridge See Gastown, Chinatown & Lion’s Gate Bridge Visit the totem poles of Canada’s First Nations People in Stanley Park

Day 10: Toronto to Whistler via Vancouver. Rise & shine – this morning you catch the first flight to Vancouver to meet your new Contiki Team & wind along the Sea-to-Sky Highway to the world-famous resort town, Whistler, home to the 2010 Winter Olympics & get a serious outdoor fix. Hotel (D) See Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains

•

Day 11: Whistler. North America’s top alpine resort is your playground for high-energy outdoor activities, like ziplining, mountain biking & rafting. There’s also a gondola ride for views over the town & that’s just the start. Hotel (B) Enjoy the shopping & activities in & around the quaint village Hike one of Whistler’s many trails M Ziplining

• •

Day 6: Montreal. You’ll love this city’s mix of Euro charm & North American pizzazz. Head to one of the many great museums, try out an amazing range of food, shop in hip boutiques & later, party with the ‘oh so French’ Canadians! Hotel M Bike tour of the Old City Day 7: Montreal to Toronto. Behold nature’s beauty as you drive through the ‘Thousand Islands’ region en route to Canada’s largest city, Toronto. Hotel (D) Travel along the St. Lawrence River Valley & see the Thousand Islands See the CN Tower, Roger Centre, eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto M Thousand Island boat tour

Day 14: Jasper. You might catch a glimpse of the impressive wildlife in & around Maligne Lake. Chill out on a scenic boat tour or relax & explore the quaint alpine village. Hotel (D) Visit Maligne Canyon, the deepest & longest limestone canyon in the Rockies Visit Maligne Lake – the largest in the Canadian Rockies (seasonal) M Maligne Lake boat cruise (seasonal)

Day 8: Toronto. Toronto is another one of Canada’s fantastic, multicultural hotspots. Maybe catch a baseball game, head to the top of the CN Tower, visit Gallery 44 or Toronto Park for people watching. Tonight, feel the global vibe of this city’s nightlife. Hotel (B)

Day 15: Jasper to Banff. Take in the views of one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway & see some of the 200 glaciers in the area. We’ll roll right onto the Athabasca Glacier’s icy slopes in a custom-designed “Ice Explorer”. (D)

• • •

• •

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 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 2 nights in Calgary during the Stampede, making this trip 22 days long. Look for departures marked with • in the price panel on this page (GCSTR). Visit www.contiki.com/calgarystampede

Contiki Special Stay Rocky Mountain Chalet

• Walk to Athabasca Falls • See the vivid blue colour of Peyto Lake (seasonal), the Saskatchewan River Valley & Weeping Wall • Visit Lake Louise & the enchanting Lake Louise Château • See the majestic Banff Springs Hotel

M Glacier Skywalk experience

Day 13: Kamloops to Jasper. Stop for a picnic in the heart of the Rockies at spectacular Mt. Robson on our way to Jasper. Adventure seekers have the chance to ride the rapids on a whitewater rafting trip. Hotel (B) Scenic drive along the Yellowhead Highway into the Rocky Mountains View Mt. Robson, the highest point in the Canadian Rockies (weather dependent) Stay in Jasper National Park M Whitewater rafting (seasonal)

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19/21 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: New York to Boston. Meet up with your Contiki Team in the one & only New York City. Take in the beauty of Rhode Island on our way to Boston. Hotel (D) Visit Providence, the capital of Rhode Island See Boston Common, Quincy Marketplace, Faneuil Hall & the original ‘Cheers’ Bar

SNAPSHOT

• •

• • •

Day 19: Vancouver. Feel the young vibe of the city while exploring its hip shops & cafés. Later, enjoy a dinner cruise around the harbour & head out for a night on the town! Hotel (B) M Dinner cruise Day 20: Vancouver. Your Canadian adventure ends this morning & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends.

Code: GCNY/GCSTR 2016 Start New York

Finish Total Vancouver Cost R pp*

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13 Jun 27 Jun 10 Jun 24 ● Jul 8 Jul 22 Aug

Start New York

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29 12 19 26 2 16

Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct

17 31 7 14 21 5

47425 47425 47425 47425 47425 47425

• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • 1 internal flight & transfers from Toronto to Vancouver • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Feel the student spirit on a ‘Hahvahd’ (Harvard) tour • Stroll Old Quebec on a walking tour • Cruise Niagara Falls • Discover the Athabasca Glacier on the ‘Ice Explorer’ • Reach new heights on a gondola ride in Banff • Get back to nature as you picnic in the Rocky Mountains Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS

GCSTR: Single room supplement of R18795.

M Jet boat adventure in Montreal M Heli flight over the Rockies M Canoeing & ziplining in Whistler M Mountain climbing experience M Capilano Suspension Bridge in Vancouver See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

● This trip is 22 days long & spends 2 nights in Calgary during

* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in

Banff with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.

GCNY: Single room supplement of R16119.

the “Stampede” (the Western Canada section of this trip operates as a modified itinerary). For this trip use code GCSTR. Trip starts 7:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. For travel insurance see p.66.

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ GRAND-CANADIAN

MORE NEW YORK Combine this trip with a New York Uncovered trip, giving you more time to experience all the Big Apple has to offer. More on p.64.

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WINTER & SKI

HEAR YOUR HEART BEAT AMONGST THE SNOW-CAPPED MOUNTAINS OF WHISTLER, BANFF & LAKE TAHOE. 4 TRIPS / 8-14 DAYS

INCLUDED

Ski Tahoe options ..........................................p.60

• Twin-share rooms or single room upgrade for a little extra. Banff accommodation is triple-share only.

The Powder Rush............................................p.61

• Breakfast most days, plus included dinners at hotels & local restaurants • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team

contiki.com/winter-ski-usa-canada

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities

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

• A modern heated coach decked out with on-board WiFi, powerpoints, movies & a killer sound system • Inclusions such as a gondola ride in Banff & stay overnight at our Special Stay Rocky Mountain chalet • ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or try our awesome optional activities

SKI OR BOARD LAKE TAHOE 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 one less night in San Fran, see the trip page price panels for more.

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 Vegas-style casinos & clubs?

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.

Our travellers can hit the slopes at Heavenly, one of Tahoe’s awesome resorts. The average

Note: Ski passes, equipment & clothing hire are not included in the trip price.

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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.

ITINERARIES 14 days Winter Wild Western: LA (1 night) San Diego (2 nights), Phoenix (1), Grand Canyon (2), Las Vegas (2), Lake Tahoe (3), San Francisco (2), end LA. Visit contiki.com/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), 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 LA. Visit contiki.com/winter-california-highlights.

BRITISH

ALBERTA

COLUMBIA Lake Louise

BANFF 3 WHISTLER

4 Calgary

1 VANCOUVER

Montana

1 World Heritage site visited 1 1

Places visited Nightstops 1 or more nights at Special Stays

WHISTLER

SKI

SNAPSHOT

THE POWDER RUSH

8 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

9 DAYS - 2 PROVINCES FROM R20995 PP*/R2333 P/DAY* SAVE

Special Stay: 4 nights in a Rocky Mountain chalet, & 4 nights in twin-share hotels

PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO R1835. SEE P.21 FOR DETAILS

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Vancouver. Welcome to Canada! Feel the young vibe of Vancouver with its cool cafés – the shopaholics amongst us will love hitting the endless stores along Robson St. Explorers will love Gastown, Chinatown & the famous totem poles of the First Nations in Stanley Park – there’s no shortage of things to do. Hotel (D) City sightseeing include Stanley Park, Chinatown & Robson St

or skis or maybe switch it up & try cross-country skiing, or treat yourself to a little bit of it all. After long days on the slopes head to the hot springs to chat about your days on the mountain & wind down, or head out for a well-deserved post-piste (slope) drink. (B)(B)(B,D) Contiki Special Stay M Skiing & snowboarding M Dog sledding & heli ritdes

Day 2: Vancouver to Whistler. This morning we make our way to the legendary outdoor haven, Whistler Blackcomb resort, along the stunning Sea to Sky Highway. On arrival, we’ll help you get your bearings, then get right into the action & maybe try a zip line or snowmobile ride. Hotel (D) Capilano Suspension Bridge M Snowmobiles

Day 9: Banff to Calgary. This morning we take a gondola ride for amazing views. Then it’s on the road to Calgary where the trip ends this afternoon. (B) Gondola ride

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Days 3 - 4: Whistler. The hills are calling! Get up on a board or skis & experience for yourself why Whistler Blackcomb is renowned for its runs & relaxed mountain life. With mild & wild terrain it doesn’t matter what your experience is, there’s something for any level. Or, if downhill isn’t your thing, then head out for a snowmobile or explore Whistler village. Hotel (B)(D) M Ski or boarding Day 5: Whistler to Banff. Say farewell to the fun times in Whistler, before it’s onto the next phase of adventure! We fly to Calgary before transferring to legendary Banff National Park where we spend the next four nights. (B,D) Contiki Special Stay Days 6 - 8: Banff. The next three days are yours to treat the snow hound within. With three resorts to choose from, Mt Norquay, Lake Louise or Sunshine. Banff is the perfect place to get up on a snowboard

Code: SKIR 2015/16/17

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WHY CHOOSE US? • More choice – bring your own gear, or hire when you’re here – at Contiki-only prices. • Options to ski/board at 4 of Canada’s top resorts • More than just a ski trip – epic options for on & off the slopes • More included – sightseeing, bridge walk, gondola rides & more • It’s easy – we’ll sort your lift passes & ski transfers - free between Banff resorts

Start Vancouver

Finish Calgary

Total Cost R pp*

Dec 20

20995

Dec 10 Dec 31 ●

Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar

20995 20995 20995 20995 20995 20995

2017

2015 Dec 12

2 23 6 20 5 19

INCLUDED MEALS

Finish Calgary

Total Cost R pp*

Dec 18 Jan 8

21625 21625

Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar

21625 21625 21625 21625 21625

6 breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)

2016

2016 Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar

Start Vancouver

10 31 14 28 13 27

Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar

21 4 18 4 18

29 12 26 12 26

* Prices above are based on twin-share (triple-share only in

Banff with no twin or single available). If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.

Single room supplement of R4035. Note: Lift tickets & equipment are not included in this package. ● Trip spends New Year’s Eve in Vancouver.

Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 4:30pm. For more ways to save see p.21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, heated coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities • Local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Capilano Suspension Bridge • Gondola ride Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

For travel insurance see p.66.

MUST-KNOWS: • Gear hire available (boots, poles, boards, helmets, pants & jackets) • Lift Tickets are not included - 1, 2, & 3-day passes are available for purchase at a special Contiki rate through your Trip Manager

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FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS

SHORT ON DAYS OR WANT TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR IN STYLE? WE HAVE YOU COVERED WITH NYE IN NEW YORK OR LAS VEGAS AND SHORT STAYS TO DISCOVER NYC, LA & WAIKIKI. 5 TRIPS / 3-5 DAYS

INCLUDED

LA Explorer .......................................................p.62

• Twin-share hotel accommodation, or a ‘room to myself’ option for a little extra privacy at a small additional cost (LA & Waikiki Explorers are single share as standard) • Breakfast included each morning • An experienced & professional Trip Manager on New York Uncovered & our NYE trips

Waikiki Explorer .............................................p.62 New York New Year .......................................p.63 Las Vegas New Year ......................................p.63 New York Uncovered.....................................p.64 Mexico Showcase...........................................p.65

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SHORT STAY

LA EXPLORER

WAIKIKI EXPLORER

3 OR 5 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM R3875 PP*/R1292 P/DAY*

3 OR 5 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM R4149 PP*/R1383 P/DAY*

Explore on your own with our 2 & 4-night packages so you can live it up LA-style.

INCLUSIONS • Our package includes a hop-on/hop-off LA city sightseeing tour featuring Downtown LA, Hollywood & Santa Monica • Daily voucher for breakfast • LA Live Entertainment Complex • Easy access to Universal Studios & Hollywood • Amazing shopping

• Inclusions such as a hop-on/hop-off sightseeing tour in LA, a Metro pass for New York & a visit to Pearl Harbor on the Waikiki Explorer • ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities.

CONTIKI.COM

Chill on the beautiful island of Oahu with our 2 & 4-night packages in Honolulu.

The Contiki hotel is centrally located in Downtown LA the place to be, so you’re right where the action is at. With Hollywood Universal Studios,

LA Live & an endless shopping fix at your doorstep, plus evening hot spots & the metro, it’s all about living it up in LA. With 2 or 4-night options choose your Explorer.

Valid (4/6/15 - 3/6/16)

Code Standard Room

2 Nights Twin LA3S R3875

2 Nights Single LA3S R6100

4 Nights Twin LA5S R6735

4 Nights Single LA5S R11190

Conditions: There is no Contiki Trip Manager included on this stopover package. This package must be booked in conjunction with a trip. For twinshare 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.

INCLUSIONS • Our package includes a pre-booked trip featuring Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial & Punch Bowl • Daily voucher for breakfast • Great surfing beaches • Watersports like surfing lessons & snorkelling • Amazing shopping • Palm-fringed blue lagoons & waterfalls

The Contiki hotel is centrally Enjoy Hawaii’s perfect sunsets located & a short walk to Waikiki from famous Duke’s restaurant Beach & shops & restaurants. on Waikiki Beach. Valid (4/6/15 - 3/6/16) 2 Nights Twin Code (Low Season) HI3S Standard Room (from) R4149 Code (High Season) Standard Room (from)

HI3S R4479

2 Nights Single HI3S R6675

4 Nights Twin HI5S R7255

4 Nights Single HI5S R12315

HI3S R7335

HI5S R7915

HI5S R13635

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.

SNAPSHOT

Code: NYNY 2015/16/17 Start New York

Finish New York

Total Cost R pp*

Jan 2

16125

2015/16 Dec 30 SHORT STAY

Start New York

Total Cost R pp*

Jan 2

16525

NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 3 nights in twin-share hotels

2016/17 Dec 30

* 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.

NEW YEAR IN NEW YORK

Finish New York

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

Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am. For more ways to save see p.21. For travel insurance see p.66.

4 DAYS - 1 STATE FROM R16125 PP*/R4032 P/DAY* SAVE

INCLUSIONS

FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

• An experienced & professional Trip Manager • Metro pass for the duration of your stay • Local taxes & service charges

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Hello Big Apple!. Meet up with your Contiki Team, then check out the city’s iconic sights. Later, you can get a bird’s eye view of Manhattan on an optional helicopter flight, or chill out & take in the city’s vibes. After dinner, hit the streets for some drinks in the city that never sleeps! Hotel (D) M Helicopter tour of NYC & Manhattan Day 2: New Year’s Eve in New York. Check out the Manhattan skyline as we cruise to Lady Liberty. For something different you can opt for a fun optional NYC food cart tour – the foodie in you will love it. Take the rest of the day to explore the Big Apple. Shop trendy 5th Avenue, visit Times Square or wander through NYC’s vibrant neighbourhoods & indulge in some of the delicious international food

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS

that made the city famous. New York is one of the world’s best places to party for New Year’s, so tonight we’ll get the action started with dinner & an open bar. Hotel (B)(D) M NYC food cart tour

• NYE dinner & party with open bar (you must be 21 years of age or older to attend) • Get a bird’s eye view of Manhattan from the Empire State Building & visit the Statue of Liberty

Day 3: New York. Welcome to the New Year! Take it easy this morning, before kicking off the New Year Big Apple-style. You can catch a famous Broadway show, ice skate at Rockefeller Center, shop, or head to ‘Highline Park’ for some people watching. Tonight, we head to the top of the Empire State Building for unbeatable views of Manhattan by night. Hotel (B) M ‘Sex & the City’ tour

1 World Heritage site visited

Day 4: Depart New York. This morning after breakfast it’s time to say farewell to your new friends.

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SNAPSHOT

Code: LVNY 2015/16/17 Start Las Vegas

Finish Las Vegas

Total Cost R pp*

Jan 2

8495

2015/16 Dec 30 SHORT STAY

Finish Las Vegas

Total Cost R pp*

Jan 2

8705

2016/17 Dec 30

* Prices above are twin-share. Twin & single supplements available. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.

NEW YEAR IN LAS VEGAS

Trip starts 4:00pm & ends approx. 11:00am.

NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 3 nights in twin-share hotels on the Las Vegas Strip

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

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.66.

4 DAYS - 1 STATE FROM R8495 PP*/R2124 P/DAY* SAVE

Start Las Vegas

INCLUSIONS

FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

• An experienced & professional Trip Manager • Local taxes & service charges

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Arrive Las Vegas!. This afternoon meet up with your Contiki Team & get ready for good times in one of the world’s most famous party towns. Start the trip & cruise ‘the Strip’, see the Fremont Street Experience, then party at a hip Las Vegas club. Hotel (D) Day 2: New Year’s Eve In Las Vegas. Today is a free day to experience ‘Sin City’. There’s the option of a helicopter flight to the Grand Canyon or start exploring the casinos. Tonight join the party & ring in the New Year at a Vegas club – entry & open bar is included. Hotel (B) M Helicopter flight to the Grand Canyon

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS Day 3: Las Vegas. Happy New Year! There might be some sore heads, so have a lie-in this morning! It’s another free day today, so rub shoulders with the high rollers at one of the many casinos. Grab a bargain at some of the city’s great factory outlets & later on catch a show or party all over again in one of Vegas’ clubs. Hotel (B)

• NYE dinner & party with open bar (you must be 21 years of age or older to attend)

•

Limo ride with champagne M See a Cirque du Soleil show Day 4: Depart Las Vegas. This morning, swap email addresses & say farewell to your new friends & the bright lights of Las Vegas.

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USA & CANADA 2015-17

SHORT STAY

SNAPSHOT

NEW YORK UNCOVERED

3 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

4 DAYS - 1 STATE FROM R10029 PP*/R2508 P/DAY*

3 nights in twin-share hotels SAVE

FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

4 INCLUDED MEALS 3 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D)

INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • The Big Apple is all yours with a 7-day Metro pass • Get a bird’s eye view of Manhattan from the Empire State Building • Visit the Statue of Liberty Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING Day 1: Hello Big Apple. Get ready for four awesome days in one of the world’s hottest cities. We’ll dive right into the Big Apple & spend the day discovering this iconic city’s sights from Wall Street to the Guggenheim & SoHo. This afternoon, get a bird’s eye view of the city skyline on an optional helicopter flight. After dinner, hit the streets & get amongst the buzz & atmosphere of Times Square. Hotel (D) See Wall Street Metropolitan Museum of Art & Guggenheim Museum See fashionable 5th Avenue, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center & Tiffany’s View the World Trade Center memorial & Battery Park M Helicopter tour around Manhattan

• • •

Day 2: New York, New York. Check out the Manhattan skyline as we cruise to Lady Liberty. For something different opt for an NYC food cart tour – the foodie in you will love it. Take the rest of the day to explore. Shop 5th Avenue, visit Times Square

Code: EAEA 2015/16/17 or wander through NYC’s vibrant neighbourhoods like the Lower East Side & Hell’s Kitchen. Tonight, do it local & head out for pizza, cocktails or catch a famous Broadway show. Hotel (B) Visit the Statue of Liberty M ‘Sex & the City’ tour M NYC food cart tour

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Day 3: More Manhattan. Today’s another free day to explore the city your way. Try cruising through Central Park on a bike tour, visit The Met or MoMa Gallery, or cross the historic Brooklyn Bridge. Tonight, we head to the top of the Empire State Building for unbeatable views of Manhattan by night. Hotel (B) Take the elevator to floor 86, to the Observation Tower of the Empire State Building M Bike tour of Central Park (seasonal)

•

Day 4: Depart New York. This morning after breakfast it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

Start

Finish

New York

Total Cost R pp*

2015 Aug 4 Aug 11 Aug 25 Sep 8 Sep 15 Sep 29 Oct 13 Oct 27 Nov 17 Dec 1 Dec 15

Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec

7 14 28 11 18 2 16 30 20 4 18

11699 11699 11699 11699 11699 11699 11699 11699 11699 11699 11699

2016 Jan 5 Jan 19 Feb 2 Feb 23 May 10 May 24 Jun 7 Jun 21 Jul 5 Jul 19

Jan Jan Feb Feb May May Jun Jun Jul Jul

8 22 5 26 13 27 10 24 8 22

Start

Finish

New York

Total Cost R pp*

Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec

29 12 19 26 2 16 23 30 14 21 4 11 18 2 16

10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029 10029

Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar

6 13 3 24 17

10029 10029 10029 10029 10029

2016 Jul 26 Aug 9 Aug 16 Aug 23 Aug 30 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Oct 11 Oct 18 Nov 1 Nov 8 Nov 15 11699 Nov 29 11699 Dec 13 11699 11699 2017 10029 Jan 3 10029 Jan 10 10029 Jan 31 10029 Feb 21 10029 Mar 14 10029

* 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. Single room supplement of R6619. Trip starts 8:00am & ends approx. 11:00am.

ME TIME OPTIONS Look for the M symbol in the itinerary & visit contiki.com for more

For more ways to save see 21. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

MIX + MATCH VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ NEW-YORK-UNCOVERED

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Got more time? Combine this trip & see more! Starting in N.Y. this trip connects with: Grand Southern (p.26-27), Eastern Discovery (p.3031), Grand Northern (p.40-41), North by North East (p.44-45), Grand Canadian (p.58-59)

DISCOVER MEXICO WITH CONTIKI DISCOVERY PLUS

MAYAN HEAT

DISCOVERY PLUS

LATIN LEGENDS

MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT WITH 9 EPIC MEXICAN ADVENTURES. VISIT CONTIKI.COM FOR FULL DETAILS ON THESE TRIPS, AND HOW TO GET THE JOURNEY STARTED.

DISCOVERY PLUS

CENTRAL TRAIL

25 DAYS - 3 COUNTRIES FROM R70859 PP*/R2835 P/DAY*

18 DAYS - 3 COUNTRIES FROM R57035 PP*/R3169 P/DAY*

14 DAYS - 3 COUNTRIES FROM R43065 PP*/R3077 P/DAY*

CONTIKI.COM/MAYAN-HEAT CODE: MCMC

CONTIKI.COM/LATIN-LEGENDS CODE: MXMC

CONTIKI.COM/CENTRAL-TRAIL CODE: CAMC

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

HIGH ENERGY

MAYAN ROCKER

MEXICAN FIESTA

7 DAYS - 3 COUNTRIES FROM R21585 PP*/R3084 P/DAY*

8 DAYS - 2 COUNTRIES FROM R21485 PP*/2686 P/DAY*

9 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM R20539 PP*/R2283 P/DAY*

CONTIKI.COM/CARIBBEAN-ENCOUNTER CODE: CAAN

CONTIKI.COM/MAYAN-ROCKER CODE: MCMC

CONTIKI.COM/MEXICAN-FIESTA CODE: MEXF

CARIBBEAN ENCOUNTER

HIGH ENERGY

DISCOVERY PLUS

HIGH ENERGY

YUCATAN HIGHLIGHTS

SOL SEEKER

MEXICO GRANDE

6 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM R16315 PP*/R2720 P/DAY*

11 DAYS - 3 COUNTRIES FROM R35549 PP*/R3232 P/DAY*

13 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM R31579 PP*/R2430 P/DAY*

CONTIKI.COM/YUCATAN CODE: MEXH

CONTIKI.COM/SOL-SEEKER CODE: MCAN

CONTIKI.COM/MEXICO-GRANDE CODE: MEXG

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GOT A QUESTION? Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know: WHAT’S INCLUDED? TOURING HOLIDAYS • Transport as specified on trip pages. • Accommodation, breakfasts, lunches & dinners listed in the Inclusions section on trip pages. • Sightseeing listed in the ‘Itinerary & Sightseeing’ section in each trip itinerary. Unless specified, entrance fees to these locations are included. • Experienced team as detailed on p.13 & on trip pages. EXPLORER PACKAGES • Accommodation, meals listed in the Inclusions section on trip pages. • Sightseeing trip as detailed on p.63-64.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED? • Airport transfers to trip departure point. • Some meals, as detailed on p.16-17 & in itineraries. • Me Time optional activities such as white water rafting, helicopter flights etc. • Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than those specified on trip pages. • Personal expense money, personal insurance, medical fees & airport departure taxes.

INCLUDED FLIGHTS Flights as specified on individual trip itineraries are included as part of the price. As detailed within our Booking Conditions (p.67) 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 airlines terms & conditions of travel & the application of all relevant International Conventions & applicable national & international law governing air transportation.

DEPARTURE POINTS All Contiki trips described in this brochure depart from one of the hotels detailed on www.contiki. com/staylonger. Please check your itinerary & travel voucher for departure information. Please check at the reception desk of your departure hotel for details of when & where to meet with your group. Refer to www.contiki.com for details of pre-departure get-togethers & trip departure times.

DO I NEED A PASSPORT OR VISA? You will need a machine readable passport & depending on your nationality, a Visa for travel to the USA, Canada & Mexico. 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 US$14. For more information please visit: www.cbp.gov or www.travel.state.gov or talk to your travel agent.

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS At the time this brochure went to press (June, 2015), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it is wise to check up to date information with your travel agent prior to departure. Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may require en route, e.g. antihistamines, antibiotics.

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. In the United States, you must be 21 years of age to purchase alcohol, enter nightclubs & bars & gamble in casinos & you 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 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.

CAN I STAY LONGER? Planning a few extra days? See our Special Hotel Rates in Los Angeles, Chicago, Hawaii/ Waikiki, Las Vegas, New York, Boston, New Orleans, San Francisco & Vancouver detailed on www.contiki.com/staylonger.

HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED? All major credit & debit cards are accepted in the USA & Canada. Remember to budget for lunch, some dinners & breakfasts, entrance fees to attractions, optional activities, nightclubs, souvenirs & drinks. A full list of optional activities & approximate costs will be sent with your travel documents or can be found online at www.contiki.com.

ME TIME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES WHEN DO I CHOOSE? Optionals are arranged & paid for on trip. By leaving the final decisions until then you can choose at the same time as your new friends. You’ll get great value as we get you great rates & your Trip Manager can offer personal advice. Some activities are seasonal & weather dependent as well.

HOW DO I PAY? You pay on trip with major credit cards or cash (US$ in USA or C$ in Canada, except trips that visit both the USA & Canada where US$ will be accepted).

WHAT SHOULD I PACK? 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.

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? Baggage is restricted to ONE REASONABLE SIZED SUITCASE 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29’’ x 20’’ x 10’’) & maximum weight of 20 kilos (44lbs). 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 bags & it is the client’s responsibility to pay. Fees range from US$25-$100. Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on trip. Any baggage over the restricted size or amount can be stored with Contiki in Los Angeles at no charge. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage insurance is strongly recommended. 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. Note: Contiki is not responsible for any fees in regards to luggage, ski equipment or overweight bags.

PAST TRAVELLER 5% DISCOUNT

WILL I GET MORE INFORMATION?

Eligibility for this discount is based on clients having booked & travelled with Contiki (or one of our Travel Corporation sister brands, visit www.thetravelcorporation.com for details) within 5 years of their last trip. Clients must have completed a trip before they can redeem the discount on a subsequent trip booking. Only one discount can be redeemed per past traveller annually. A deposit must be received before the discount can be applied to the booking. It is not available on pre- & post-trip accommodation rates & other selected products. The discount applies to brochured prices only & cannot be combined with any non-brochured special market promotions.

Upon receipt of final payment, your trip documentation will be released 21 days prior to your departure. Make sure you visit contiki.com for our travellers guide. It’s packed full of essential info for your holiday. You’ll also receive a comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full details & costs of all optional activities available on your trip. Your free Contiki document wallet* & luggage tag will be sent to you with your travel documents. The wallet is a safe place for your tickets & passport.

BROCHURE AUTHENTICITY We have put a great deal of effort into producing this brochure. The information given & literature produced by Contiki has been compiled with care & is published in good faith. Sometimes, because of circumstances outside our control, we have to alter some activities due to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc, especially early or late in the season. If this happens, alternative activities will be arranged.

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

* Contiki reserves the right to substitute an alternative travel accessory for the Contiki document wallet.

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

BOOKING SECURITY Contiki has been running trips for young people since 1962 & in all countries we fully comply with local industry laws. In South Africa, Contiki is a member of the Association of South African Travel Agents (ASATA).

IMPORTANT INFORMATION Security is a major concern to all of us and the situation globally is constantly changing. Events around the world, coupled with the “Travel Advisories“ put out by various governments, may at times necessitate changes to the accommodations and itinerary or even trip cancellation. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions for further information in this regard. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security difficulties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions.

GOLD SEAL PROTECTION Coverage for Cancellation & Return Flight Security: Most tour operators are interested in their passengers only after they reach their destination. With Contiki, however, you get a great deal even before you leave home. Pre-paid Cancellation Option R590 per person: By paying R590 per person Cancellation Option fee with your deposit, the full amount of your deposit &/or payment to Contiki Holidays will be refunded should you cancel your tour for any reason prior to departure from South Africa. This cancellation option covers the land arrangements made by Contiki Holidays only. On Your Tour: Should you, or your travel companion, leave at any time during the tour for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to South Africa due to injury, sickness or death, you & your companion will be refunded R90 per person per day for the unused portion of the tour. (Please note that in some cases hotels require a one night cancellation fee). A Doctor’s certificate is required. The Cancellation Option Fee is not refundable for any reason. Return Flight Security: If you or a member of your direct family in South Africa should fall sick* while you are on your Contiki tour, we will take care of the additional cost of tickets for your earlier or later return home in the same class of air travel on the first available flight, provided you hold round-trip airline tickets on Contiki’s recommended airline(s) booked through Contiki Holidays, South Africa from South Africa. * Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must be supplied. Travel Agent fees may apply.

TRAVEL INSURANCE Cancellation, unexpected medical expenses, injuries, theft, lost luggage or money can significantly disrupt & ruin your holiday. Contiki very strongly recommends that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, evacuation & repatriation expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money & public liability before you travel. In some instances, you may not be accepted on a Contiki holiday unless you have arranged satisfactory insurance. You also agree to indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions, damages & remedies against us arising from your participation in your holiday. For insurance details, please speak to your travel agent or Contiki when you are booking your trip.

PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS Photo Courtesy of © Banff Lake Louise Tourism / Paul Zizka Photography p.8 Lake Louise, p.9 Skiing. Photo Courtesy of © Hotel Croydon, Miami p.10 Sunloungers. Photo Courtesy of © Harrah’s Hotel, Las Vegas p.10 Swimming Pool. Photo Courtesy of © Sheraton Hotel, Fort Worth p.11 Lobby. Photo Courtesy of © The Beacon Hotel NYC p.11 Hotel Room. Photo Courtesy of © The Pines Resort, Bass Lake p.11 Swimming Pool. Photo Courtesy of © Banff Lake Louise Tourism / Brewster Inc p.18 Gondolas. Photo Courtesy of © Banff Lake Louise Tourism / Craig Douce p.52 Canadian Mountie. Photo Courtesy of © Glenn Kelly p.60 Skiing. Photo Courtesy of © Banff Lake Louise Tourism / Paul Zizka Photography p.60 Sunshine Mountain Lodge.

BOOKING CONDITIONS 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 HOLIDAY RESERVATION On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is only made between you and us upon your booking being confirmed and accepted by us and our communication thereof to either you or your travel agent. 2. PRICE GUARANTEE Prices in this brochure are based on costs and exchange rates as at 26th May, 2015. Should these costs change, it may be necessary to add a surcharge to the price of your holiday. 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 and does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any governments or their agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced. 3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY 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, and 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 holiday 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 and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond Contiki’s control) we will give a full refund of any monies paid to us less reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect of your booking. 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. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS 4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (June, 2015) but we cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available especially where we have no direct control over it. 4.2 With respect to our touring programme Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing trips and transportation to give you good value for money. 4.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve trip itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations. 5. LIABILITY 5.1 Your travel agent shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such monies for you until the booking is confirmed at which time those monies shall be remitted promptly by your travel agent to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law. 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 and when we see fit, in respect of the services to be provided and/or fees payable under your selected holiday. The payment of a deposit or any other monies in respect of your holiday shall be deemed to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof as aforesaid.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of R1,000, per person per trip, or the full amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of departure from your home country, must be submitted to Contiki within 7 days in respect of that holiday. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first installment of the holiday price by Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent. 1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a nonrefundable deposit of R1,000 per person, per trip which must be within 7 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled. 1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if clients’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled. 2. PAYING THE BALANCE 2.1 The balance of the holiday price must be paid by no later than 45 days before the scheduled holiday departure date from your home country which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki. When making multi-trip bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days before scheduled departure date of the first departing trip.

2.2 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki. 2.3 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us. Documents are issued maximum of 6 weeks in advance. 2.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure from your home country, the full cost of the holiday will be payable immediately on booking. We reserve the right to provide all travel documents at the holiday departure point. 2.5 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods. 3. IF YOU CANCEL 3.1 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Contiki. 3.2 Your deposit is non-refundable upon cancellation by you. 3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the estimate of cost and expenses incurred by us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the holiday price and is calculated as follows: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE More than 45 days notice: ........................... Deposit is forfeited 45-22 days: ......................................................25% of trip fare 21-8 days: ........................................................30% of trip fare 7-1 days: ..........................................................50% of trip fare Day of departure: ............................................100% of trip fare Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the tour deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company. 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your tour or resort booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the tour departure incur a 100% cancellation fee. 3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent. 3.6 If flight changes are requested after the deposit has been received, or if flights are cancelled after tickets are issued, revision fees, change fees or Airline cancellation fees will be applicable and maybe in addition to the above cancellation charges. All Cancellation policies valid as at 5th June, 2015, and are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking. 4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to alternate departure date or you wish to change to a different Contiki holiday, you may do so subject to availability and provided the new holiday date is also in this brochure. 4.2 A fee of R200 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed unless the change increases the value of the booking. A change of the trip date or the trip itinerary within 45 days of departure will be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value in which case a R200 per person amendment fee will be charged. 4.3 A name change to a different person will be treated as a cancellation. 5. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS 5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, etc are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style. 5.2 Contiki’s holidays are specifically planned for those in the 18 through 35 age group. Consequently the facilities and activities on a Contiki holiday are not appropriate to persons outside this age bracket. If you have a question regarding the age groups, you are welcome to discuss this with a Contiki staff member. 5.3 The Company strives to provide a safe, enjoyable and memorable travel experience for all passengers. The Company welcomes passengers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following: • Passengers are required to advise the Company, in advance, of any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommodation. • All guests must ensure they are medically and physically fit for travel. The Company may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the trip. The Company 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. • The Company does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, toileting or dressing). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any passenger who requires services of a personal nature. • The Company does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense. The Company is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on trip, or for the quality of the care or services received.

• Passengers should be aware some trips include rough terrain, extensive walking over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement, steps and locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During the trip, the Company may make arrangements with carriers, hotels and other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties are independent entities over which the Company has no control. Accommodations on international trips may differ from those in South Africa. The Company cannot guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers travelling on international trips. • The Company may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with the Company’s terms and conditions. The Company is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a trip. Passengers agree not to hold the Company or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these terms and conditions. 5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/ from the point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday. 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 and decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative and the laws of the country in which you are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment and well being of other members on the holiday or smooth operation of the holiday itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the holiday. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers and any Contiki Representative 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 and may result in the immediate termination of your holiday. In either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation and related costs and 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 and/or a Contiki Trip Manager as soon as it is discovered. 5.6 Where the passenger 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 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected holiday before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas whilst on the trip (including accommodation, meals, flights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense. 5.8 You agree that our Contiki Trip Managers or Representatives may take photographs and films of you while you are on holiday and that these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs and/or films. 5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday, you should inform the Contiki Trip Manager or Contiki Representative during the course of the holiday and if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavours to do so during the holiday, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the holiday but within 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. 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. 5.10.1 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to English Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing. 5.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforcable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity and enforcability of the other provisions shall not be affected. 5.10.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/client costs. 6. INSURANCE Contiki very strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money & public liability before embarking on a Contiki holiday. 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 & will, in certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. You also agree to indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions, damages & remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your participation in the holiday.

7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM In the event of your withdrawal from a holiday after the commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. Unfortunately no refunds can be made for absences from a trip, including but not limited to missed meals or sightseeing. 8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE Airfares to and from your holiday destination, airport taxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers, representatives, drivers and local guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, optional excursions. 9. WEATHER CONDITIONS Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any holiday be cancelled or amended by you at any time on the basis of snow or weather conditions.

GENERAL 1. CONTRACTING PARTIES 1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you and Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorised officer or director of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the trip operating company. At any time and at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you. 1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to passengers & luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a trip shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the passenger of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company. 1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers and other service providers are subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such thirdparties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute.Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for handicapped clients (see also 5.3 under Holiday Details & Conditions). 1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser. 1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances. 2. VALIDITY The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from July 2015 to March 2017. 3. OPERATING COMPANIES The programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by: Contiki US Holdings Inc, 801 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA, 92805 with the exception of the Mexico trips on p.65 which are operated by Journey Mexico, Francisco Medina Ascencio #2039, Interior #205, Puerto Vallarta Jalisco CP 48333 Mexico. 4. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN: Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA. Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Guernsey. This brochure was published in June 2015 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market.

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