EUROPE 2016/17
NEW INSIDE 8 NEW TRIPS FOR 2016 P.5 TRAVEL STYLE QUIZ P.30
Create the stories now that you’ll recount for decades to come. Make new friends from new places. Celebrate individuality, diversity, connections and a little bit of craziness. Live for the moment. Find comfort outside your comfort zone. See the world through youthful eyes, with a little bit of naivety and a truckload of optimism. You have one life. One shot. Make it count.
THIS IS YOUR LIFE. YOU ONLY GET TO LIVE IT ONCE. BUT IF YOU DO IT RIGHT, ONCE IS ENOUGH.
WORDS WE LIVE BY
MAKE EVERY MOMENT COUNT. WE’RE ABOUT PEOPLE. LIFE’S AN ADVENTURE. WE ARE YOUNG. CHALLENGE EVERYTHING. DO THINGS WITH PASSION. TREAD LIGHTLY. BE PART OF THE STORY.
CONTENTS KEY
New for 2016/17
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9 days
p.34 w
European Discovery 12 days
FROM A$143 P/D
p.36 w
Mediterranean Highlights 13 days
p.38 w
European Encounter 16 days
p.40
ME Time Our Team Food in Europe Social & online tools Save big on Europe Compare Contiki
Road to Athens + Greek Island Cruising
18 20 22 24 26 27
Contiki Cares Take our quiz Want to stay longer? Q & A + luggage limits Booking conditions Trip page key
p.43
18 days
p.44 w
European Inspiration 19 days
p.46 w
European Vista
17/13 days
European Trail
p.42
9 days
European Impressions
21 days
p.48 w
23 days
Road to Athens + Greek Island Hopping
p.50 w
Eastern Rocker p.43
European Horizon
8 days
p.51
European Experience
10 days
p.66
14 days
p.68
European Whirl 18 days
p.70
p.52 w
Western Rocker 8 days
p.52 w
Trail to Rome 16 days
p.53 w
Trail to London 16 days
p.53 w
European Quest 25 days
p.54 w
Western Quest 8 days
p.55
London to Athens
20 days
p.72
European Escapade
European Highlights
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Eastern Trail
21 days
Road to Athens & Road to Rome
29 days
HIGH ENERGY P.64
6 8 10 12 14 16
28 30 177 178 181 182
8 NEW TRIPS INCLUDING ICELAND & THE BALKANS
These trips also operate in Winter. See p.158 for more.
European Magic
DISCOVERY PLUS P.32
The Contiki difference Where we go What you get Our 8 ways to travel Ways to stay What's included
p.74
European Contrasts + Corfu & Sailing options 29 days
p.78
p.56 w
Eastern Quest 10 days
p.56 w
Quest to Rome 16 days
p.57 w
Quest to London 18 days
p.57
European Panorama 28 days
p.58
European Explorer + Mykonos & Cruising options 33 days
p.60
37 days
p.81
Ultimate European + Egypt option
16 days
p.80
London to Athens + Greek Island Adventurer p.76
9 days
European Adventurer
21 days
London to Rome
25 days
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Mediterranean Quest
45 days
p.84-87
Ultimate European + Greek Island option
29 days
p.80
45 days
p.84-87
FROM A$158 P/D w
Ireland 8 days
p.90 w
Scotland & Ireland 13 days
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER P.88
p.90 w
England & Scotland 9 days
p.91 w
Scotland 6 days
p.91 w
Great Britain & Ireland
FROM A$152 P/D
16 days
p.92 w
Italian Espresso 8 days
p.94
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London & Paris 7/9 days
EASY PACE P.118
p.120 & p.121
London & Paris + Amsterdam 9 days
London & Paris + Rome 10 days
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p.121 w
p.121
Amsterdam to Barcelona 11 days
p.122
FROM A$157 P/D
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Simply Italy 12 days
p.96 w
Spanish Spree 14 days
p.98 w
Iberian Peninsula & Morocco 20/21 days
p.100 w
Spain, Morocco & Portugal 15 days
p.102 w
Morocco 5 days
p.104
Best of Europe
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Egypt & The Nile 8 days
p.105
16 days
Best of Balkans 15 days
p.106 & p.107
Balkans Discovery 12 days
p.108
The Mini Balkan 4 days
p.124 & p.125
p.108
10 days
p.126
10 days
9/12 days
p.109
21 days
9 days 8 days
p.127
p.110
p.128 p.130 p.131
Eastern Road 13 days
Mediterranean Escape + Greek Island Cruising 14 days
13 days
p.132
CAMPING P.138
46 days
6 days p.140
The Southern Trail 21 days
p.142
The Northern Trek 26 days
SAILING & CRUISE P.144
p.143
FROM A$113 P/D
Golden Fleece 9 days
24 days
Ski or Board Austria 1 or 2 weeks
Iceland 4 days
FROM A$116 P/D
p.160 w
p.164 ww
Vienna & Budapest 5 days
Berlin & Prague 7 days
Berlin & Prague + Vienna 9 days
Berlin to Budapest 11 days
FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS P.166
p.165
p.148
9 days
8 days
9 days
p.149
p.116
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p.134 w
p.135 w
p.136 w
p.137
4-7 days
p.150
5 days 4 days
Amsterdam for Christmas 4 days
8 days
4 days
Paris for New Year p.170 p.171
London Explorer 3/5 days
p.152 p.154 p.156
Amsterdam for Easter p.168
ANZAC Classic / Odyssey 4/5 days
p.151
Turkish Sailing
Oktoberfest
Paris for Christmas FOR MORE INFO ON OUR TRAVEL STYLES SEE P.12 OR VISIT CONTIKI.COM
8 days
Greek Sailing
p.172
London Uncovered
FROM A$89 P/D
8 days
Eastern Mediterranean Cruising
10 days
Winter Wanderer
12/14 days
Croatia Island Escape + Escape Plus
Sziget Festival
WINTER & SKI P.158
p.114
Croatian Island Hopper p.147
Island Cruising & Santorini
FROM A$84 P/D
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p.112
p.127
Aegean Classic The Big Chill
p.111
Russia Plus
Spotlight on Greece
Best of Russia
Mediterranean Escape + Greek Island Hopping
22 days
Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey
Greek Island Adventurer
Mediterranean Escape
8/12 days
Scandinavia
4 days
p.111
Spotlight on Greece + Greek Cruising options Scandinavia & Russia
Greek Island Hopping
10/13 days
Spotlight on Greece + Greek Island Hopping
p.173 w
p.174 w
p.174
4 days
Amsterdam for New Year 4 days
p.174 w
p.175 w
p.175
Amsterdam King’s Day 4 days
St. Patrick’s Day 4 days
Hogmanay 4/5 days
p.175 w
p.176 w
p.176
YOUʼVE PICKED UP THIS BROCHURE, YOUʼRE ALREADY MAKING TRACKS TOWARDS A JOURNEY TO EUROPE.
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Choosing where to go and how to go is enough to make a lesser human run for the hills. But not you. You’ve spotted a little something special in Contiki and you’re ready to conquer new lands. Choosing Contiki means you’re choosing to travel with the best. The company who’s been around the longest, invests in the best people, has no compulsory tipping and always delivers outstanding service. Don’t mistake cheaper alternatives as being better value, we include more in our trips than anyone else, and offer the best experience, every time. Sidestep the logistical nightmares and sail straight into the fun stuff. The chance encounters, the heart-stopping moments, the lifelong friendships. Your adventure starts now.
THE
WHY CONTIKI 18-35s ONLY Over 50% of our travellers choose to travel alone, and make friends from around the world
MORE CHOICE 42 countries, 102 unique trips and 1000+ departures
8 WAYS TO TRAVEL There’s always a trip style that’s perfect for you
TRAVEL EXPERTS: 54 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS The best connections throughout Europe and the best trained team in the business
MORE INCLUDED EXPERIENCES More of Europe’s must-sees and must-do’s, included as standard
MORE ME TIME The free time you need to explore
THE BEST VALUE AND NO HASSLE Need we say more?
WHERE WE GO
ICELAND 5
REYKJAVIK
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS LOCH NESS
Isle of Skye
SCOTLAND
WEST HIGHLANDS
St Andrews
Stirling
EDINBURGH
GLASGOW Gretna Green
LONDONDERRY Donegal
NORTHERN IRELAND
YORK
IRELAND
MORE DESTINATIONS. MORE TRIPS. MORE DEPARTURES. MORE CHOICE. 42 COUNTRIES. 105 CITIES. 102 UNIQUE ITINERARIES. 8 TRAVEL STYLES.
GALWAY
LAKE DISTRICT
BELFAST
Holyhead
LIVERPOOL
DUBLIN
Cliffs of Moher
ENGLAND
Kilkenny
WALES
CORK Blarney
LONDON
And one damn fine way to see Europe. As the original adventure travel company for the young, wide-eyed and curious, we know where travellers want to go. From Athens to Amsterdam and Cork to Copenhagen, we cover more destinations across Europe (and beyond) than anyone else.
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With 105 cities that we visit in Europe alone, all your boxes are sure to be ticked. Here are 8 of the cities we’re currently swooning over – just a small taste of the magnificence in store. 1 THE CITY OF LOVE
Bonjour Paris! Time to eat escargot, head to the top of La Tour Eiffel and be wooed by the romance of France’s capital. • Visit on our European Experience trip (p.72) plus 37 other trips.
2 THE ANCIENT CITY OF THE ADRIATIC SEA Dubrovnik doesn’t just make its Game of Thrones fans giddy. The fortressed Old Town, the views of the Adriatic, and the banging nightlife have us all pretty smitten. • Visit on our Best of Balkans trip (p.106) plus 10 other trips.
3 HOME OF LA HISTORY (AND LA PIZZA) Home to the Vatican City, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Spanish Steps, Rome has access to unmatched ancient beauty. • Visit on our European Highlights trip (p.68) plus 32 other trips.
4 MEDINA OF MARKETS Delve into the ancient Moroccan city of Marrakech where your senses will be swamped by the madness of the souks. Colours, scents and chaos meet shiny jewels, exotic rugs, and endless leather. • Visit on our Iberian Peninsula & Morocco trip (p.100) plus 2 other trips.
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5 ICELAND (it’s actually green) ...go figure. With the Northern Lights and stumpy Icelandic horses, not to mention the likes of Björk... this place is eclectic fun. • Visit on our Iceland trip (p.165). BORDEAUX
6 THE CITY OF A THOUSAND SPIRES
SAN SEBASTIAN BILBAO PAMPLONA
Prague is a colourful collection of Baroque buildings, Gothic churches, fairytale bridges and deep history. Enchanting to the core, get ready to fall in love with this Czech hub. • Visit on our Best of Europe trip (p.124) plus 18 other trips.
Zaragoza Segovia
MADRID
7 COLLECTIVE OF CANALS, CAFÉS AND CLOGS Grab a push-bike and cruise around the cute city of Amsterdam. Discover quaint windmills, beautiful canals and traditional clog makers amongst the quirky museums cafés and culture. • Visit on our Ultimate European trip (p.84) plus 31 other trips.
PORTUGAL
Toledo
VALENCIA Denia
CORDOBA SEVILLE
GRANADA
Gibraltar
TANGIER
FEZ Rabat Casablanca
4 And don’t even get us started on our worldwide bucket list to keep your adventure moving. Latin America, Asia, Australia, New Zealand and the USA & Canada should give you a taste…
SPAIN
LISBON
8 ISLE OF WHITE AND BLUE
Snap happy Santorini has got to be one of the most envy-inducing places on Instagram. Get a cocktail in hand, watch the sun go down amidst the spectacular blue and white buildings and enjoy your time as a Greek God/Goddess. • Visit on our Greek Island Hopping trip (p.128) plus 12 other trips.
Biarritz Saint-Jean -de-Luz
MOROCCO
MARRAKECH
Car
GEIRANGER Lom
FINLAND
Lillehammer
Sognefjord
GJOVIK
VOSS
Hardangervidda
NORWAY
HELSINKI
OSLO
ST PETERSBURG
Petrodvorets
STOCKHOLM NOVOGOROD
SWEDEN
RUSSIA
DENMARK Klin
MOSCOW
COPENHAGEN
Borodino
MINSK
POLAND Edam
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BERLIN
NETHERLANDS
Dresden
RHINE VALLEY
BRUSSELS
Calais
Czestochowa
St Goar
BELGUIM
6
Auschwitz
PRAGUE
Kutná Hora
HEIDELBERG PARIS
Dachau
MUNICH
Fontainebleau Château Chambord
LYON
FRANCE
CINQUE TERRE
Avignon Arles Aix-en-Provence Carcassonne
BUDAPEST
HUNGARY
Lake Bled
SLOVENIA
ITALIAN RIVIERA Pisa
Monaco
NICE/ FRENCH RIVIERA
ROMANIA
LJUBLJANA
Verona
VENICE
SLOVAKIA
Bratislava
SALZBURG
AUSTRIA
LUCERNE SWITZERLAND SWISS ALPS MILAN
Banska Bystrica
VIENNA
Mauthausen
TYROL INNSBRUCK
Liechtenstein
CHATEAU DE CRUIX
KRAKOW
CZECH REP.
Český Krumlov
1
TIMISOARA
CROATIA PLITVICE
FLORENCE
ZADAR
BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA
BELGRADE SARAJEVO
ITALY
SPLIT DUBROVNIK
San Gimignano
SERBIA
2 MONTENEGRO
SOFIA
BUDVA Vatican City
BARCELONA
BELARUS
Brest
WARSAW
GERMANY
AMSTERDAM
3
ROME
Pompeii
SORRENTO Amalfi Coast Capri
MACEDONIA
TIRANA
ISTANBUL
KAVALA
Bari Brindisi
STRUGA
ALBANIA
CORFU IBIZA
BULGARIA GALLIPOLI
PREVEZA
PERGAMUM
Patras
OLYMPIA
ATHENS
IZMIR
Piraeus
MYKONOS IOS
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
TURKEY
CHIOS
DELPHI
KEY
CANAKKALE
Troy
GREECE
SANTORINI
PAROS
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KUSADASI PATMOS
PAMUKKALE
BODRUM
SYMI
RHODES
CRETE
Alexandria
OVERNIGHT STOPS Places visited Contiki-only Special Stopovers
Giza
EGYPT
Sakkara
CAIRO
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PRACTICAL BITS
Generator Hostel
INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES
Park G端ell
Florence
PRACTICAL BITS
INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCES
To us, hassle-free travel is spending zero time on worry and stress. Say farewell to endless wasted hours scouring Trip Advisor to find the best price and decent locations. With us, every detail is taken care of, guaranteed.
Oh yes, now this is where the fun starts. We pack more of the things you’ve been dreaming about into our trips than anyone else… FACT.
INCLUDED TRANSPORT INCLUDED CENTRAL ACCOMMODATION BREAKFAST DAILY & MORE INCLUDED MEALS THE MOST EXPERIENCED TEAM
INCLUDED BLOCKBUSTER SIGHTS & CULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS MORE ME TIME OPTIONALS & FREE TIME TO EXPLORE LOCAL GUIDES FOR INSIDER ACCESS UNIQUE LOCAL TASTES ENDLESS MUST-DO EXPERIENCES
135 Trip Managers, 100 Drivers, 100+ locally based European team plus our extensive range of Local Guides.
The result? It’s hard to describe, but it’s the best feeling in the world. New places, new experiences, all with a bunch of fun loving peeps.
HUNDREDS OF FIRSTS WIDENED EYES A FULLY TICKED BUCKET LIST EUPHORIC MOMENTS FOMO-INDUCING INSTAGRAMS NEW MATES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
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OUR TRIPS ARE AS UNIQUE AS YOU ARE. THAT始S WHY WE始VE CURATED 8 DIFFERENT TRAVEL STYLES, GUARANTEEING YOUR EUROPEAN ADVENTURE MEETS YOUR MINDSET.
Paris, France
P.32
P.64
P.88
26 TRIPS
13 TRIPS
26 TRIPS
FROM 8 TO 33 DAYS
FROM 10 TO 45 DAYS
FROM 4 TO 22 DAYS
See it all, do it all Get the most out of your time More choice More destinations More icons
Explore by day, live it up by night Tick off the must-sees by day Party by night Stretch your budget even further
For the culturally curious Go in-depth in your favourite regions More local eats & Local Guides Less travel time More time in a single region
P.118
P.138
P.144
18 TRIPS
3 TRIPS
9 TRIPS
FROM 5 TO 22 DAYS
FROM 21 TO 46 DAYS
FROM 6 TO 9 DAYS
For the take-it-easy traveller More ME Time Later starts each morning 2 & 3 night stays
For the budget-conscious explorer See the same Europe for less Live it up in the great outdoors at some of Europe’s best campsites
Sun, sea, sand & adventure Feel the wind in your hair Explore Europe by sea Options to sail or cruise in Turkey, Greece & Croatia
P.158
P.166
41 TRIPS
19 TRIPS
FROM 4 TO 25 DAYS
FROM 3 TO 10 DAYS
For the off-peak adventurer Spring & autumn: same great Europe with less crowds & even cheaper prices Winter: experience the magic of a European winter Ski & board: hit the slopes
For jam-packed jaw-drops Bucket list events like Oktoberfest & Hogmanay Special dates in special places: Christmas, NYE & Easter
TAKE OUR TRAVEL QUIZ ON P.30 OR FIND OUT MORE AT CONTIKI.COM/EUROPE
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Best Western Blue Square Hotel, Amsterdam
Saiiling Yacht, Greece
Peak Hotel, Lucerne
Haroula Hotel, Santorini
Contiki’s Château De Cruix, France
Sailing Yacht, Croatia
Generator Hostel, Barcelona
Mecure Duna Hotel, Budapest
Contiki Village, Rome
Contiki’s Gasthof Schöneck, Hopfgarten
WAYS TO
STAY
WHEN IT COMES TO A BED TO REST YOUR HEAD, OUR TRIPS ARE PACKED WITH VARIETY. WEʼVE GOT 5 WAYS TO STAY IN EUROPE, AND YOUR CHOSEN TRIP MIGHT BE ONE SLICK STYLE, OR A COMBO OF A FEW.
HOTELS
HOSTELS
Like life with a little more comfort? Then the crown icon is what you’re looking for. Centrally located with all the trimmings; pools, en-suites and gyms at many. Twin-share rooms are stock standard, or for a little more you can opt to upgrade to your very own digs. We’ll match you up with a same sex room-mate if you’re travelling solo. Available on our Discovery Plus, In-Depth Explorer and Easy Pace trips.
Social vibes and fun times are a given at our collective of well-equipped hostels across Europe. Forget bunking it in cramped 10-person dorms – these quad and twin-share hostels are places you actually want to come home to. The perfect middle ground where budget meets comfort, hostel life Contiki-style is the addictive traveller experience without the hassle.
Stay connected with WiFi at all hotels.
Stay connected with WiFi at all hostels.
BB Firenze City Centre, Florence
Jail Hotel, Lucerne
President Hotel, Athens
Campsite, Antibes
Contiki Village, Rome
Celestyal Cruises, Greece
Hotel Adria, Dubrovnik
Plus Hostel, Berlin
SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABIN VILLAGES Exclusive to Contiki, our Special Stopovers & Cabin Villages cater to those who look for something unique. Experience something truly European, like our own French Château, a traditional Swiss Chalet, a comfy Austrian Gasthof and cosy Cabin Villages. Add to this our own team who live on-site to take care of the hassle, as well as bars and pools to relax at after a day exploring. Available exclusively on our High Energy and Ski Austria trips.
Stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stops.
Contiki’s Chalet Jungfrau, Lauterbrunnen
Wombats Hostel, Vienna
CAMPING
BOATS
Got a nose for fresh forest air and a hankering for nights of stargazing amongst friends? Our camping trips offer the same Contiki experience with more inclusions than you can shake a stick at, but for those keen to stretch their bucks even further. Bunker down, with comfy twin-share tents or on your own for a tiny bit more. Complete the scene with homecooked meals, steamy showers, charging stations, bars and pools at some of Europe’s best campsites and Contiki Villages.
Cruise ships, traditional Turkish or Croatian sailing boats and glam yachts – need we sell you on the boating concept? Throw the swimsuit in a bag and lather up the coconut oil; things are about to get salty, sultry and deliciously sunny.
Stay connected with WiFi at many overnights at our campsites & Contiki villages.
Look for the 5 symbols above on our trip pages for accommodation on your chosen adventure.
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INCLUDED VISIT TO PISA, ITALY
MORE INCLUDED
EXPERIENCES By choosing Contiki you’re choosing to travel with the company who includes more. Swiss cheese fondue sound like you? Or is a boat ride in Venice more your jam? Photo by the Leaning Tower on your hit-list? Whatever the European moment you’re hunting, we’re bound to have it. Don’t take our word for it either, see opposite for real photos taken by travellers on our trips.
SEE EUROPE THROUGH THE EYES OF OUR TRAVELLERS...
INCLUDED BOAT RIDE THROUGH VENICE
Shot by @tash.travels on the Simply Italy trip • Included on 37 of our trips
INCLUDED VISIT TO THE WOODEN HORSE OF TROY IN TURKEY
Shot taken by @mirandamay_x on the Ultimate European trip • Included on 3 of our trips
INCLUDED BIKE TOUR IN EDAM, AMSTERDAM
Shot by @wayne_airey on the European Highlights trip • Included on 20 of our trips
INCLUDED TRIP TO LOUIS VXVI’S PALACE OF VERSAILLES
INCLUDED SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF FLORENCE
INCLUDED LOCALLY GUIDED TOUR OF THE ACROPOLIS
Shot taken by @leeecharlotte on The Big Chill trip • Included on 8 of our trips
Shot by @glusco_xo on the European Escapade trip • Included on 30 of our trips
Shot by @jennilil84 on the Southern Trail trip • Included on 10 of our trips
INCLUDED ESCARGOT & CHAMPAGNE IN PARIS
INCLUDED VISIT TO THE SEVEN SISTERS WATERFALL IN NORWAY
INCLUDED RIVER CRUISE & DINNER IN BUDAPEST
Shot by @legitkayleigh on the European Highlights trip • Included on 13 of our trips
Shot taken by @sadra_b on the Scandinavia & Russia Plus trip • Included on 3 of our trips
Shot by @foxyfifi on the European Trail trip • Included on 3 of our trips
These don’t even touch the surface of what we include as part of our trips. See the snapshot section on our trip pages for what’s included on each of our 102 unique itineraries.
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ME TIME LETʼS NOT BEAT AROUND THE BUSH: NO-ONE GIVES YOU MORE FREE TIME THAN US. You’re an explorer, so we give you heaps of free time to do just that. We like to call it ME Time, ’cos it’s all about you. When you travel with us, the only fixed thing is your destination, the rest is up to you. Explore, tick off those bucket list items, get lost in the backstreets of Barcelona or sun that skin on the French Riviera. The choice is totally up to you. If you’re looking to take your trip to the next level, we’ve got the hook-ups. Pick from one of our hand-selected ME Time optionals, and you’ll get the best of the best; we organise them all, get you there and get you the best deal out there through our well connected network of local friends. Look for the symbol on the trip pages for some inspiration on how to spend your ME Time.
3. ME Time optional, The Tyrol
ME TIME BUCKET LIST 1. ME TIME OPTIONAL GONDOLA RIDE, VENICE Jump into your personal gondola with your new travel buddies and cruise the Venetian canals in style.
2. ME TIME OPTIONAL CABARET SHOW & DINNER, PARIS 1. ME Time optional, Venice
2. ME Time optionaL, Paris
Prepare to be wowed by the fabulous dancing, singing and performing at the ultimate entertainment venue in Paris.
3. ME TIME OPTIONAL TANDEM PARAGLIDING, THE TYROL For the more adventurous, why not fly off a mountain – of course, in tandem with your own fully qualified pilot! An exhilarating experience with ridiculous views.
4. FREE TIME IN ROME Shop ’til you drop in one of the world’s best shopping destinations, whether its designer fashion, high street pieces or flea market finds.
5. ME TIME OPTIONAL BIKE RIDE, THE TYROL 4. Free time, Rome
5. ME Time optional, The Tyrol
Jump on your bike and head out into the stunning countryside of the Austrian Tyrol.
6. FREE TIME IN PRAGUE Explore Prague your way. Stop for a drink along the river Vltava, wander the beautiful cobbled streets or pick up some trinkets in the Old Town. Plus so much more…
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/METIME FOR A FULL LIST
6. Free time, Prague
Important: ME Time optional activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators and on occasions, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities and be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding and may involve some risk.
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YOUR
TEAM WEʼRE NOT HERE TO TOOT OUR OWN HORN, BUT WE HAVE HEARD THE WORD “GURU” THROWN AROUND ABOUT OUR TEAM, MAYBE EVEN THE ODD “ORACLE” OR “DOWNRIGHT LEGEND”.
TASTE
Okay fine, we admit it. We are pretty impressed with the family of Contiki folk we’ve sewn together. They work hard, know how to have a good time, and know the backstreets of Europe like the back of their hands. They live to travel and are extensively trained to deal with any pickle you get yourself in and any weird questions you throw their way. And that’s just the beginning.
“Everyone should visit Angelina’s in Paris, it’s all about pure indulgence, serving the best desserts and pastries I’ve ever tasted. My tip: try the Mont Blanc.” Zach, Trip Manager
“Make tracks to Nice’s open-air market Cours Selaya, and ask any local to point out the lady with the ‘socca’ stall. These chickpea pancakes served in slices and piping hot are unmissable.”
Tatiana
SNAP
Local Guide: Our network of Local Guides unlock the history and insider knowledge of the destinations you visit. It’s that deep understanding of a destination that only a true local can really offer. “I’m always on the lookout for new Instagram spots, so if you’re on Santorini, look no further than Oia’s Venetian Castle and the Ammoud Bay steps.”
On-site Team: We have over 100 gung-ho on-the-ground staff based at our Special Stopovers & Cabin villages throughout Europe on our High Energy and Ski Austria trips. They take care of everything on your overnight stays, from preparing delicious meals (and cocktails) to getting your room ready.
SEE
EAT
Trip Manager: Brimming with all the essential destination info and spilling at the sides with interesting local facts. They take care of the hard stuff like the bookings and transport. And they are on-hand 24/7 to make sure your trip is exactly what you dreamed of. The pressure is on, and they never falter.
Morgan
“When in the ‘Dam, take a break from the regular museum trail and head to Foam, the hippest photography museum in town.”
Ben
Trip Driver: The King of the Road. They navigate those typically tight European streets, pack your bags onto the coach and drop you right to the door of your accomodation. Sit back, recharge those batteries and your Driver will take care of the rest.
VISIT
Christina
“In Berlin you have to get to the abandoned train yard by Warschauer Straße station, where they have turned old carriages into funky little bars and restaurants.”
NO COMPULSORY TIPPING; ONLY PASSIONATE SERVICE AND EXCLUSIVE LOCAL KNOWLEDGE See p.178 for more details.
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BON
APPÉTIT FOOD. IT MAKES A DESTINATION JUST AS MUCH AS THE JAW-DROPPING SIGHTS THEMSELVES. ALL OF OUR TRIPS ARE AN AUTHENTIC AND LOCAL PILGRIMAGE THROUGH FOOD. Knead the dough or NEED the dough? Learn the art of pizza and pasta with a cooking class in Rome. Our Italian trattoria owner Eugenio (we’ve been going there for 40 years) will take you behind the scenes to where tradition and passion can be found. (Included)
Wining and dining under the Tuscan sun With its rolling valleys that glow under an orange sun, Tuscany is an enchanting destination on any day of the week. But we really sparkle it up with an antipasti feast and a splash or two of vino. (ME Time optional)
Get tempted by a plate (or ten) of tapas The Spanish tapas charms with its quintessential European sophistication. We’re told it’s a meal to be crafted around conversation, but we don’t hear much chat when our travellers are throwing countless plates down the hatch. (ME Time optional)
Did someone say cheese fondue? No trip to Switzerland would be complete without indulging in this decadent dairy delight. This steaming hot pot is not for the faint hearted, so grab that fondue fork, bread and dig right in. (Included)
We’ve got you covered if you’ve got any special dietary requirements too. Just let us know when you book your trip and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE • Breakfast included EVERY DAY as part of your trip price • Unlike others, we say no to substandard lunches and yes to the freedom to explore Europe’s foodie playground • More delicious meal experiences to get you local (check out the snapshot section of the trip pages for meals included on your chosen trip)
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GET INSPIRED!
VISIT (contiki.com)
CONTIKI.COM
Check out contiki.com to get inspired no matter what your travel destination may be, whether it’s Europe, New Zealand, Australia, Latin America, USA, Canada or Asia. Read our country pages devoted to highlighting our fave spots around the world, discover our awesome videos or just learn a little more about us!
Check out the range of trips on offer, our amazing inclusions and top deals available
MEETUPS
(contiki.com/meetups) Meet the rest of your travel group before you go and start chatting. Or download our App and access MeetUps on your iPhone or Android.
CHECK-IN
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Check in for your trip before you go, saving you time and paperwork on day one of your adventure.
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JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON ONE OF OUR SOCIAL CHANNELS.
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CHECK OUT THE BEST DEALS AT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
SAVE PAY EARLY, SAVE MORE!
It’s really pretty simple. Book and pay early for the best deal on your trip and airfares!
#1 SAVE UP TO A$825*
#2 SAVE UP TO A$620*
#3 SAVE UP TO A$410*
How? Pay in full before 17th Dec 2015, & save up to 10%
How? Pay in full before 25th Feb 2016, & save up to 7.5%
How? Pay in full before 28th Apr 2016, & save up to 5%
BOOK WITH FRIENDS
BOOK 2 OR MORE TRIPS Can’t get enough of Contiki? We know the feeling. Book 2 trips of 7+ days and get A$50 off your second trip!
We believe in the principle of the more the merrier! Start early and get your mates on board for an amazing European 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%
TRIPLE SHARE Book a triple-share room (available on some hotel trips) & we’ll give you 5% off.
• 10 OR MORE – everyone saves 10% (or…invite an 11th and bring them or yourself, for free.)
GOLD SEAL PROTECTION
PART PAY
Our Gold Seal Protection means that if you cancel your trip before you leave Australia, 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 A$40 for each day that you miss and will cover your air ticket costs. See more on p.179.
Once you’ve booked your trip, register it online and share with your family and friends, and let them help to fund your adventure! You can also make payments yourself to pay off your trip over time. Easy.
TRAVELLING AGAIN? Travelled with us or one of our sister companies before? Welcome back to the family with 5% additional discount. (see p.178 for more)
The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, extra accommodation, any applicable food funds & optional activities. Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights to/from Europe that start or end your trip). You can combine loyalty discounts (‘Travelling Again’) , group discounts (‘Book with Friends’) multi-trip discounts (‘2 or more’) & early payment (‘Pay Early’) discounts on trips of 7 days or longer. Pay Early savings do not apply to bookings made within 45 days of trip departure and are not combinable with Last Minute Deals. Group discounts (‘Book with friends’) is available on all trips. Pay early savings of A$825, A$620 & A$410 based on European Explorer + Mykonos Island Option p.63.
COMPARE CONTIKI See the best sights and make epic memories all with no hassle when you travel with Contiki. Say no to hours searching for the perfect holiday itinerary and stressful unexpected hurdles while you’re away. We’ve compared a typical day travelling alone in Paris with a day on a Contiki. Check it out...
WITH CONTIKI
GOING IT ALONE
Loving the hotel, super central, great facilities & free WiFi in my comfy room. (Included)
Ouch, Paris is super expensive! (€115 per night)
ACCOMMODATION
Waking up to breakfast just downstairs is so easy & delicious! (Included)
Now…where do I go for breakfast…? (€8)
BREAKFAST
Coach right outside – yes please! Loving being shown around this city in comfort and style. (Included)
Where is the train station again? Urgh I’m lost. (€11 per day)
TRANSPORT
Bonjour Paris! My Trip Manager’s history talk is amazing, these sights are epic. Loved getting a map of the city too, keeps things easy. (Included)
Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame, Arc de Triomphe & Champs-Élysées… where do I start? How do I get there? (€50.50)
SIGHTSEEING
I’ve been saving up to visit the Moulin Rouge – amazing show but expensive & could only get tickets near the back. (€200) It’s super late, better grab a taxi (€20).
The Moulin Rouge is a MUST! All pre-booked for a great price, get dropped off at the door & get to experience it with my new friends on Contiki. (€149)
ME TIME / FREE TIME
CONTIKI TRIPS A$211 PER DAY (P/D)
GOING IT ALONE... A$304 PER DAY (P/D)
Plus ME Time optional
Plus Moulin Rouge
GOING IT ALONE FROM A$304 P/D
HOTEL TRIPS FROM A$152 P/D
HOSTEL TRIPS FROM A$143 P/D
SPECIAL STOPOVERS FROM A$116 P/D
CAMPING TRIPS FROM A$113 P/D
SAILING TRIPS FROM A$84 P/D
* Prices based on XE.com exchange rates as at 22nd July, 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 European Vista p.48-49 departures 9th April, 2016 to 24th September, 2016 excluding peak price departures
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CONTIKI CARES
Travelling is an enormous privilege that just a small minority of people get to experience. And with that privilege comes responsibility. Armed with the education of experience and open eyes, travellers understand that exploring the world consciously is of paramount importance. Supporting local communities and the environment is not optional – it’s essential. The good news is: small steps make big waves. That’s why we’re committed to making sure it’s easy for you to take a few strides in the right direction. Powered by the TreadRight Foundation, Contiki Cares is on a very exciting journey to create a community of young and passionate people who simultaneously live with conscience, and live to travel.
CONTIKI CARES PROJECTS Since 2008, Contiki has been partnered with some incredible organisations and people that we continue to support. These provide backing for sustainability and conservation initiatives, and educate travellers through Earth Month expeditions.
COACH TRANSPORT: A GREENER WAY TO TRAVEL Think travelling by car, train or plane is more eco than a coach trip? Think again. We use Euro 6 coaches, the most efficient and environmentally friendly in Europe. Surprised?
CAR VERSUS COACH
TREADRIGHT
2008 LAUNCHES SUSTAINABLE COASTLINES
2012
SHARKS COUNT
CENTRO DE TEXTILES TRADICIONALES DEL CUSCO
MAR LEADERSHIP OCEANA
RAIL x3 more expensive than a coach
2013
2014
COACHES: A CHEAPER WAY TO TRAVEL
CARS x3 more expensive than a coach
2011
RECYCLING
Like all good humans, we’re on a recycling crusade. We encourage our travellers and staff to recycle every plastic bottle they use and to think about their consumption habits on the road. Here are some facts and figures as to why it’s so important. • 1 plastic bottle takes 700 years to decompose
SEA TURTLE CONSERVANCY & SURFRIDERS AUSTRALIA
LARGE CAR TRAVEL 41.4kg of CO2 per traveller COACH TRAVEL Only 4.8kg of CO2 per traveller
COACH Save your $ and the environment
2015
• Recycling 1 tonne of plastic saves 5,774 kwh energy = boiling the kettle 874,000 times • Recycling 23.6 tonnes of plastic saves approx. 60,000 litres of diesel = enough for a Contiki coach to circle the Equator 5 times!
SURFRIDERS
2016 AUSTRALIA
CHECK OUT contiki.com/storytellers, contiki.com/contikicares and treadright.org for more.
• We aim to recycle approx. 520,000 plastic bottles per year on our coaches = 23.6 tonnes of recycled plastic
Visit treadright.org to check out our exciting new partnerships with WildAid and Alliance for Artisan Enterprise. See p.180
• Recycling 1 tonne of plastic saves 30 cubic yards of landfill = the same space it would take to bury 30 Contiki coaches
VALUING OUR RELATIONSHIPS
CONTIKI LOVES THE PLANET
Responsible travel is as much about the communities we touch and friendships we make as it is about our actions and choices. At Contiki, we value the local people that help to make our trips so unique and feel privileged to have spent over 54 years contributing to the success of countless worthy individuals and businesses. Here are a few stories that really tickle us pink: CHÂTEAU DE CRUIX, FRANCE Since 1978, local Beaujolais winemaker Jean Claude has provided Contiki travellers with the use of his historic cavage, teaching them about the vintage masterpieces and giving them a taste of his coveted limited edition Beaujolais wine. It’s a must-do French experience that preserves tradition and keeps stories alive.
SIVA, GREECE Contiki first began working with SIVA, our Greek partners back in 1975 and since then the partnership has gone from strength to strength. Together we have developed our incredible Greek product into what it is today, including our popular sailing trips, which are some of our traveller faves. Led by our man on the ground Miltos, today SIVA operates all of Contiki’s Greek product, including our land tours, sailing, cruise and island hopping trips.
CAMPING JUNGFRAU, LAUTERBRUNNEN Our stunning Lauterbrunnen campsite and cabin village was discovered by accident back in 1962. Leading a trip and having lost his way, Contiki’s founder John Anderson pitched his tent in a field one night only to be woken the next morning by a farmer wondering who was on his land. The farmer, Hans, allowed the group to stay and now – some 54 years later – the campsite that now sits on this spot is managed by Hans’ granddaughter Ruth and husband Hans.
Contiki is proud to be using 100% recycled LEIPA paper for the body of our brochures. It is just part of The Travel Corporation way, and another sign we really dig this planet of ours.
FORTISSIMO, ITALY The relationship with Fortissimo, our Italian partners, began in 1968 when Contiki met a young Paulo Fortini. Opening his business in the 1990s as a result of the continued support of Contiki, Fortissimo continue to provide Contiki with on the ground support in Italy to this day, thanks to Niccolò and Lusia Fortini, Paulo’s children.
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A QUICK BREAK
A LONGER STAY
HOW LONG HAVE YOU GOT?
LOCAL LIFE
INDOORS PLEASE!
UNDER THE STARS
DO YOU WANT TO SLEEP UNDER THE STARS OR INDOORS IN A COMFY BED?
TICK OFF MY BUCKET-LIST
DO YOU WANT TO TICK OFF YOUR ENTIRE EUROPEAN BUCKET LIST OR DELVE A LITTLE DEEPER INTO LOCAL LIFE?
TAKE OUR QUIZ TO FIND OUT WHICH TRAVEL STYLE IS PERFECT FOR YOU.
I AM CAMPING P.138
WHAT KIND OF TRAVELLER ARE YOU? z
I AM SAILING & CRUISE P.144
CHILL
SKI
I AM EASY PACE P.118
TAKE MY TIME
I AM WINTER & SKI P.158
I AM IN-DEPTH EXPLORER P.88
ONE REGION
WHAT’S MORE IMPORTANT: TAKING YOUR TIME OR SEEING ALL THAT ONE REGION HAS TO OFFER?
LOVE IT COOL
I AM DISCOVERY PLUS P.32
WANT IT HOT
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I AM HIGH ENERGY P.64
LOTS OF LATE NIGHTS & BRIGHT LIGHTS
DON’T MIND THE COOLER TEMPERATURES OR PREFER TO KEEP THINGS TOASTY?
NOT ALL THE TIME
IS NIGHTLIFE JUST AS IMPORTANT AS SEEING SIGHTS BY DAY?
STILL UNSURE? CHECK OUT OUR TRAVEL STYLE PAGES FOR MORE INFORMATION.
I AM FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS P.166
PARTY
DO YOU WANT TO CHILL ON THE MED, PARTY IN THE CITY OR CARVE IT UP ON THE SLOPES?
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THE TRIP OF A LIFETIME FOR THE SEE-IT-ALL EXPLORER. TICK MORE BOXES WHILST GETTING A TASTE FOR AS MUCH OF EUROPE AS POSSIBLE. INCLUDED • Discover up to 17 countries in one shot across this jaw-dropping continent • Sightseeing tours included in all major cities • Breakfast every day, and some included dinners at charming local restaurants • Twin and triple-share rooms, plus the option to nab a room to yourself for a little extra • Guidance through the intricacies of Europe by a Trip Manager & Driver team, as well as a network of Local Guides • Loads of inclusions from must-see icons to off the map amazements • Suave transport in our modern air-con Contiki-only coaches with powerpoints, on-board WiFi, movies and a killer sound system • Free time to sign up for ME Time optionals or take to the streets for some DIY exploring • Flexible travel: options to start or end in Paris, London or Amsterdam • Comfortable stays in great locations. Check them out: Trubsee Alpine Lodge (Engelberg), Vienna Ramada Hotel & Suites (Vienna), Dollinger (Innsbruck), Park Hotel (Ljubljana), Divani Palace (Corfu), Ibis Meriadeck (Bordeaux) & the list goes on…
WAYS TO STAY HOTELS
HOSTELS
From A$169 per day
From A$143 per day
contiki.com/discovery-plus
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Winter Departures New Trips
Watch at contiki.com/watch-discovery-plus
Stay connected with WiFi at all overnight stops
26 TRIPS FROM 8 TO 33 DAYS
Paris
OUR TRIPS European Magic.............................................. w p.34 European Discovery ...................................... w p.36 Mediterranean Highlights ......................... w p.38 European Encounter..................................... w p.40 Road to Athens & Road to Rome .................p.42 Road to Athens + Greek Island Hopping ..p.43 Road to Athens + Greek Cruising ..................p.43
European Impressions ........................................p.44 European Inspiration ................................... w p.46 European Vista ................................................ w p.48 European Trail.................................................. w p.50 Eastern Rocker.................................................. w p.51 Eastern Trail....................................................... w p.52 Western Rocker................................................ w p.52
Trail to Rome .................................................... w p.53
Quest to London ............................................. w p.57
Trail to London ................................................ w p.53
European Panorama ...........................................p.58
European Quest .............................................. w p.54 Western Quest ................................................. w p.55
European Explorer + Mykonos & Cruising options ........................................................................p.60
Mediterranean Quest................................... w p.56 Eastern Quest ................................................... w p.56 Quest to Rome................................................. w p.57
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EUROPEAN MAGIC 9 DAYS
DISCOVERY PLUS BALTIC SEA
NETHERLANDS
1 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
London
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
FROM
PP*
A$1735 A$193
Valley of the Somme
P/DAY*
PARIS 2
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$225. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
MUNICH 1 SWITZ
1 LUCERNE
FRANCE
#EUMAGIC
ATLANTIC OCEAN
5 World Heritage sites visited 1
Innsbruck
Brenner Pass
Swiss Alps
2 VENICE
Lake Como
Chapel Bridge, Lucerne
AUSTRIA
Burgundy Region
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city MEDITERRANEAN SEA Optional start/end city
ITALY
ADRIATIC SEA
SNAPSHOT
BELGIUM*/NETHERLANDS/GERMANY AUSTRIA/ITALY/SWITZERLAND/FRANCE
8 * IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head up to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night M Evening canal boat cruise
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBHH
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Day 2: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley. Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, canals & cool cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Stunning drive along the river Rhine M Wine tasting in an historic cellar
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Day 3: Rhine Valley to Munich. Head south to Munich, a charming festive 800-year old city & home of the world-famous Oktoberfest. (B) Learn how beer steins are crafted See the Lorelei Rock See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
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Day 4: Munich to Venice. Wind through the Bavarian Alps & stop in Innsbruck, Austria before we arrive in enchanting Venice. (B,D) See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck
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Day 5: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals
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Day 6: Venice to Lucerne. Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como & then steer all the way into the heart of the Swiss Alps. (B,D) See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic alpine drive
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Day 7: Lucerne to Paris. Pass through the lush vineyards & wine regions of Burgundy to the glittering “City of Lights”. (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 8: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris – shop the chic boutiques, overload on pastries, traditional baguettes & cheese or sit back with a café au lait & people-watch. (B) Visit a French perfumery M Cabaret show & three-course dinner
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Day 9: Paris. Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
8 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
10 24 8 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 6
Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
18 2 16 23 30 6 13 20 27 4 11 14
2075 2075 2125 2179 2179 2179 2179 2179 2179 2179 2255 2255
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
13 Jul 21 17 Jul 25 24 Aug 1 31 Aug 8 7 Aug 15 14 Aug 22 21 Aug 29 4 Sep 12 11 Sep 19 18 ● Sep 26 25 ● Oct 3 2 Oct 10
2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2179 2179 2179 2179 2179 2179 2179
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWHH Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Oct Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
15 22 29 26 3 10 17 24 27 29
Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
★ ★ ★ ★
Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
23 30 6 4 11 18 25 1 4 6
1835 1835 1835 1789 1789 1789 1879 1879 1879 1879
Dec 31
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Jan 8
1879
Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
1879 1735 1735 1735 1735 1789 1789
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INCLUDED MEALS 8 continental breakfasts (B), 5 three-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
2017 Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
7 21 4 18 4 11 18
15 29 12 26 12 19 26
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBHH - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$555. WWHH - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$475. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am (7:00am in winter) in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Locally guided bike tour of Munich (summer departures only) • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Venetian dinner & regional wines M Private cruise on Lake Lucerne (summer departures only) See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
LOCAL CULTURE Head to De Pijp, also known as Amsterdam’s Latin Quarter. Once a rundown area it is now one of the hippest areas of the city, filled with vibrant bars & cafés as well as the city’s most famous market place Albert Cuypstraat.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ MAGIC
Amsterdam
The group I had was absolutely amazing and a great variety, Aussies, Americans, Canadians, South Africans and the UK. Accomodation was great, ME Time optionals were great and the food we got was also great. Stace (contiki.com/reviews)
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EUROPEAN DISCOVERY
DISCOVERY PLUS
12 DAYS
NORTH SEA
FROM
PP*
A$2275 A$190
P/DAY*
ENGLAND
NETHERLANDS
1 AMSTERDAM
GERMANY
8 World Heritage sites visited
London
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$300. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
1
Valley of the Somme
#EUDISCOVERY
2 PARIS
MUNICH 1
Burgundy Region SWITZ FRANCE
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
1 TYROL
Innsbruck
AUSTRIA
LUCERNE 1Swiss Alps Lake Como
1 VENICE Apennine Mountains
FLORENCE 1 ITALY
Vatican City
Rhine Valley
ADRIATIC SEA
2 ROME
SNAPSHOT
BELGIUM*/NETHERLANDS/GERMANY AUSTRIA/ITALY/VATICAN CITY SWITZERLAND/FRANCE
11
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
* IN TRANSIT
11 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night M Evening boat cruise along the canals
Day 7: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBHD
Day 2: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley. Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, canals & cool cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Stunning drive along the river Rhine Day 3: Rhine Valley to Munich. Head south to Munich, the festive home of the Oktoberfest. (B) See the Lorelei Rock See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
Day 8: Rome to Florence. Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Entry into one of the largest nightclubs in Florence plus one drink
Day 4: Munich to Austrian Tyrol. Be wowed by Innsbruck & stunning alpine scenery en route to a cool Tyrolean village. (B,D) See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
Day 9: Florence to Lucerne. Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como en route to Lucerne nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B) See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne View the Lion Monument
Day 5: Austrian Tyrol to Venice. Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander through the ‘floating city’ & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & interesting little shops. (B) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square M Gondola ride along the canals
Day 10: Lucerne to Paris. Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the “City of Lights”. (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 6: Venice to Rome. Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross the Apennine Mountains on the road to Rome. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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Day 11: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history among the city’s legendary icons. (B) Visit a French perfumery M Cabaret show & dinner
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Day 12: Depart Paris. Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Mar Mar Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
Start
16
INCLUDED MEALS
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
24 31 14 23 30 5 7 12 14 19 21 26 2 4 9 11 14 16 18 21 23 25 30 2 5 7
Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
4 11 25 4 11 16 18 23 25 30 1 6 13 15 20 22 25 27 29 2 4 6 11 13 16 18
2765 2765 2765 2765 2765 2839 2839 2839 2839 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 3015 3015 3015
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
9 12 14 19 21 23 30 4 6 13 18 20 25 1 3 6 10 15 17 18 20 22 24 29 1 6
● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct
20 23 25 30 1 3 10 15 17 24 29 31 5 12 14 17 21 26 28 29 1 3 5 10 12 17
3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909 2909
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWHW Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
15 18 25 1 15 20 27 29 4 6 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24
11 continental breakfasts (B) 5 three-course dinners (D)
Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan
26 29 5 12 26 1 8 10 15 17 21 23 25 27 29 31 2 4
2405 2405 2405 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2465 2465 2465 2465 2465
Dec 28 ★ Jan 8 Dec 30 Jan 10
2465 2465
2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
1 3 8 17 24 31 7 14 21 28 7 14 21
Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr
12 14 19 28 4 11 18 25 4 11 18 25 1
2465 2465 2465 2465 2275 2275 2275 2275 2275 2275 2275 2335 2335
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBHD - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$745. WWHW - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$615. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am (7:00am in winter) in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Discover the history of hidden Venice with our local specialist on a walking tour • Gelato in Rome – on us • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Locally guided bike tour of Munich (summer departures only) M Whitewater rafting (summer departures only) M Traditional feast in the hills of Tuscany See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE If you’re a chocolate lover, head to the famous Angelina’s Café on Rue de Rivoli for a deliciously thick, hot chocolate & French pastry.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ DISCOVERY
For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 1 night in the Austrian Tyrol is replaced by 1 night in Innsbruck.
Venice
For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
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37
MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS 13 DAYS
FRANCE
PP*
A$2195 A$169
Cinque Terre
1 AVIGNON
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$300. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #MEDHIGHLIGHTS
ITALY
ATLANTIC OCEAN
FROM
DISCOVERY PLUS
PISA/ITALIAN RIVIERA 1 2 FLORENCE
Monaco
Pyrenees Mountains
Aix-enProvence
SPAIN Zaragoza
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
San Gimignano
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
2 BARCELONA
Vatican City
ADRIATIC SEA
2 ROME
2 MADRID
8 World Heritage sites visited 1
Madrid
Places visited Nightstops Optional start/end city
SNAPSHOT
SPAIN/FRANCE/MONACO/ITALY VATICAN CITY
12
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
START MADRID - ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Madrid. Check-in to your hotel & then the afternoon is yours to explore. Later meet your Trip Manager & fellow travellers for dinner. (RD)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBMD
Day 2: Madrid. Get hooked on the Spanish capital’s spontaneous lifestyle that blends traditional culture with new vitality. (B) Day 3: Madrid to Barcelona . Stop in Baroque Zaragoza for lunch before heading towards Barcelona. (B,RD) See Zaragoza’s monumental cathedral
•
Day 4: Barcelona . This sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour – it’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun! (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district M Flamenco show with dinner & drinks
• •
Day 5: Barcelona to Avignon. Travel through the charming Provence region to graceful Avignon. (B) See the Papal Palace
•
Day 6: Avignon to French Riviera . Stop in Aixen-Provence, then it’s on to the glamorous French Riviera. Tonight Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Cours Mirabeau in Aix-en-Provence Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit a French perfumery Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace Visit a Monte Carlo casino M Dine near the Royal Palace of Monaco
• • • • •
Day 7: French Riviera . Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop in upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,RD)
Day 8: French Riviera to Pisa . Enter the Cinque Terre region & explore the colourful cliffside villages before reaching Pisa. (B) Visit the towns of Monterosso & Portovenere
Start
Finish
•
Madrid
Rome
Day 9: Pisa to Florence. Check out the Leaning Tower of Pisa & roll through Tuscany to Renaissance Florence. (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
2016
•
Day 10: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in this atmospheric city. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Entry to one of the largest nightclubs in Florence plus one drink
• •
•
Day 2: Rome. Visit the Sistine Chapel & tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the ‘Eternal City’. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum
•
Day 3: Rome to Florence. Discover medieval San Gimignano, then head to Renaissance Florence. (B) Day 4: Florence. Get the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in this atmospheric city. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Entry to one of the largest nightclubs in Florence plus one drink
• •
Day 5: Florence to Italian Riviera . Check out the Leaning Tower of Pisa, then enter the unspoiled Cinque Terre region. (B) Visit the towns of Monterosso & Portovenere See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
• •
Day 6: Italian Riviera to French Riviera . Explore colourful cliffside villages before heading to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,RD) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
•
Day 7: French Riviera . Stroll through outdoor markets, shop in upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, it’s Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B)
Start
Finish
Madrid
Rome
A$ pp*
May May Jun Jun Jul Jul
14 28 11 25 2 9
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
26 9 23 7 14 21
2835 2905 2905 2905 3035 3035
Jul Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep
16 23 30 20 3 17
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
28 4 11 1 15 29
Start
Finish
Madrid
Rome
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Madrid
Rome
A$ pp*
2016
A$ pp*
2315 2259
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
Day 13: Rome. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
• Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace • Visit a Monte Carlo casino
M Dine near the Royal Palace of Monaco Day 8: French Riviera to Avignon. Through charming Provence, stop for lunch in Aix-enProvence, then continue on to Avignon. (B) Visit a French perfumery See the Cours Mirabeau in Aix-en-Provence See Avignon’s Papal Palace
Nov 10 Dec 8
Jan 8 Mar 4
Jan 20 Mar 16
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBDM Start
Finish Madrid
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Rome
Madrid
A$ pp*
2016
A$ pp*
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWDM
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Day 12: Madrid. Get hooked on the Spanish capital’s spontaneous lifestyle that blends traditional culture with new vitality. (B) Day 13: Depart Madrid. It’s time to say farewell, your trip ends after breakfast. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation
14 28 11 25 2 9
Start
Finish
Rome
Madrid
Total Cost
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep
4 11 18 8 22 5
Jul Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep
16 23 30 20 3 17
Start
Finish
Rome
Madrid
A$ pp*
2016 Oct 17 Oct 29 Nov 14 Nov 26 ★ Dec 27 Jan 8
2885 2885 2885 2885 2759 2759
Total Cost A$ pp*
2017 2315 2259 2375
Feb 20
INCLUDED MEALS 12 continental breakfasts (B), 4 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our locally guided tour • Cruise along the stunning, colourful coastal towns of the Cinque Terre (summer departures only) • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica & the art of the Vatican museums Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
Day 9: Avignon to Barcelona . Wind along the Mediterranean coast through the Pyrénées Mountains to vibrant Barcelona. (B,RD)
Day 11: Barcelona to Madrid. See Baroque Zaragoza with a lunch stop as we head to buzzing Madrid. (B,RD) See Zaragoza’s monumental cathedral
May May Jun Jun Jul Jul
2695 2759 2759 2759 2759 2759
• • •
• •
2 16 30 13 20 27
Total Cost
2016
May May May Jun Jun Jun
Day 10: Barcelona . See why this sexy city sizzles on our included sightseeing tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta, fashion & fun. (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district M Flamenco show with dinner & drinks
2375 2195
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBMD - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$1025. WWMD - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$875. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Rome
16
INCLUSIONS Total Cost
2017
Day 12: Rome. Visit the beautiful Sistine Chapel, then tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the ‘Eternal City’ & explore this living museum of history, from the Vatican to the Colosseum. (B) See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum
•
3035 3035 3035 2905 2905 2905
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWMD
Oct 29 Nov 26
•
Total Cost A$ pp*
Day 11: Florence to Rome. Enjoy a break in medieval San Gimignano. Then pass through rural Umbria on the road to Rome. (B,RD)
START ROME - ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Rome. Check-in to your hotel & then the afternoon is yours to explore. Later, meet your Trip Manager & travel mates. (RD) See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
Total Cost
12 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Mar 4
2195
Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re * travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBDM - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$969. WWDM - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$875. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Delicious feast in the Tuscan hills See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Don’t miss the incredible Park Güell in Barcelona. This park was designed by Antoni Gaudí & has enough cool sights to keep any stroller or budding photographer entertained.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ MED-HIGHLIGHTS
YOUR CHOICE Keep it flexible & choose where you want to start, either Madrid, or Rome – this trip operates in both directions.
EUROPE 2016/17
39
EUROPEAN ENCOUNTER 16 DAYS
DISCOVERY PLUS
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
London
FROM
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover
PP*
A$2815 A$176
Calais
P/DAY*
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$370. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
2 PARIS AUSTRIA Burgundy Region
#EUENCOUNTER
FRANCE
11 World Heritage sites visited 1
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
SWITZ
Liechtenstein
1 INNSBRUCK
LUCERNE 2 Brenner Pass
Swiss Alps
LYON 1
ITALY
VENICE 1 Pisa
Avignon
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
1 FLORENCE
Monaco ADRIATIC SEA
2 ROME MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Rome
Vatican City
SNAPSHOT
BELGIUM*/NETHERLANDS/GERMANY SWITZERLAND/LIECHTENSTEIN/AUSTRIA ITALY/VATICAN CITY/FRANCE/MONACO
15
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
* IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
Day 9: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBHX
Day 2: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, worldfamous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
Day 10: Rome to Florence. Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Traditional Tuscan hills feast
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•
Day 3: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley. Follow the river to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Scenic Rhine river cruise (summer departures only)
•
Day 4: Rhine Valley to Lucerne. Weave through castle-dotted valleys & rolling vineyards on the way to Lucerne, nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D) See the Lorelei Rock Scenic alpine drive See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne M Journey to the top of the spectacular Swiss Alps (weather dependant)
• • •
Day 5: Lucerne. Breathe in the alpine beauty of this lakeside town as you spend the day exploring. Wander the cobbled streets of this gorgeous mountain setting & shop for goods that Switzerland is known for – watches, chocolate & Swiss Army knives. (B) Day 6: Lucerne to Innsbruck. Twist & turn through scenic alpine vistas to Innsbruck. Soak up the sights & discover Tyrolean specialty shops in its medieval old town. (B,D) Visit the capital of Liechtenstein, Vaduz See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck M Whitewater rafting (summer departures only)
• •
Day 7: Innsbruck to Venice. Wind through the Alps via the Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander through the ‘floating city’ & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & interesting little shops. (B) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square M Gondola ride along the canals
• • •
Day 8: Venice to Rome. Say farewell to the canals & gondolas of Venice, before reaching the jaw-dropping sights of ancient Rome. (B,RD) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
•
•
• •
Day 11: Florence to French Riviera. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder en route to the glamorous French Riviera. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino M Monaco dinner
• • •
Day 12: French Riviera. Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D) Day 13: French Riviera to Lyon. We’ll leave the sunny coast behind as we make our way through the Rhône-Alpes to the gastronomic capital of France, Lyon. Foodies will be in heaven, so ask your Contiki Team for some tips on where to head for some delicious tastes in this UNESCO World Heritage city. (B) Visit a French perfumery Visit Avignon & see the Papal Palace
• •
Day 14: Lyon to Paris. Take in the views of Rhône wine country as we head towards one of the world’s most famous & iconpacked cities: glittering Paris. (B,D) See Chablis & Burgundy vineyards See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
• •
Day 15: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) M Cabaret show & dinner Day 16: Depart Paris. Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Start
Finish
London or Ams’dam
Paris or London
Total Cost A$ pp*
Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun
22
INCLUDED MEALS
Start
Finish
London or Ams’dam
Paris or London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
2016 15 29 6 20 27 3 10 17 22 24 29
Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
30 14 21 4 11 18 25 2 7 9 14
3445 3445 3535 3625 3625 3625 3625 3625 3625 3625 3625
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
1 8 15 22 5 12 26 2 16 30
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct
16 23 30 6 20 27 10 17 1 15
3749 3749 3749 3749 3749 3625 3625 3625 3625 3625
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWHZ Start
Finish
London or Ams’dam
Paris or London
Total Cost A$ pp*
Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
15 22 5 19 26 3 7 11 17 24
Start
Finish
London or Ams’dam
Paris or London
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
2016
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan
30 6 20 4 11 18 22 26 1 8
2975 2975 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905 3049 3049
15 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Dec 27 ★ Jan 11
3049
15 continental breakfasts (B), 1 Regional Dinner: Italian trattoria feast (RD), 6 three-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
2017 Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar
4 7 21 4 18 4 18
Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr
19 22 5 19 5 19 2
3049 3049 2815 2815 2815 2815 2905
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBHX - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$909. WWHZ - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$755. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twinshare trip price. Trip starts 7:30am (7:00am in winter) in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike (summer departures only) • Rhine river cruise (summer departures only) • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Amsterdam canal cruise M Guided city walking tour in Venice See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Head to the Strudel Café to try the local Austrian delicacy... strudel. Opt in for the traditional apple or treat your palate with one of their many varieties.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ ENCOUNTER
Amsterdam
EUROPE 2016/17
41
ROAD TO ATHENS
DISCOVERY PLUS
NORTH SEA ENGLAND London Dover
10 World Heritage sites visited
GERMANY
Calais
ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme
MUNICH 1
2 PARIS Burgundy Region
FRANCE
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city
1
2 TYROL 1 Liechtenstein AUSTRIA LUCERNE Brenner Pass
SWITZ Swiss Alps
2 VENICE
ITALY Pisa
2
FLORENCE ROME 2
Mt Vesuvius
Vatican City
Blue waters of the Cyclades
ADRIATIC SEA
Pompeii
Bari GREECE
1
SNAPSHOT
2 CORFU
16
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 15 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation + 1 night on board a ferry
17 DAYS 8 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$3725 A$220
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$400. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
24
INCLUDED MEALS
P/DAY*
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
16 continental breakfasts (B), 8 three-course dinners (D)
Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team & get ready for Paris. (D) See the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre & Notre Dame
•
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Day 2: Paris. Indulge in the magic, history & romance of legendary Paris. (B) Visit a French perfumery M Cabaret show & dinner
•
Day 3: Paris to Lucerne. Pass through the vineyards of Burgundy to alpine Lucerne. (B) See the wooden Chapel Bridge
•
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Guided bike tour of Munich • Private boat through the canals of Venice Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS
Day 4: Lucerne to Munich. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein before arriving in Munich, home of the Oktoberfest. (B,D) Visit a traditional beer hall M Journey to the top of Swiss Alps (weather dependant)
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Day 5: Munich to Austrian Tyrol. Take in alpine scenery en route to a cute Tyrolean village. (B,D) Day 6: Austrian Tyrol. Get an adrenaline rush – there’s loads on offer today. (B,D) Explore this region, famous for adrenaline sports
•
Day 9: Venice to Florence. Head through Tuscany via the Leaning Tower of Pisa before arriving in Florence. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
•
Day 10: Florence. Get inside info from your Local Guide on Florence’s Renaissance buildings & art before exploring your way. (B) Leather craft demonstration M Tuscan hills feast
•
Day 11: Florence to Rome. Farewell to Florence as we roll through Umbria to Rome. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Trevi Fountain & Pantheon
•
Day 12: Rome. Wander this ancient city with preserved Roman relics on almost every corner. (B) M Locally guided tour of the Vatican Museums Day 13: Rome to Greece. Pass Naples & Mt. Vesuvius, opt in for a tour of Pompeii before our overnight ferry to Greece. (B)
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBAL Start
Finish
London or Paris
Athens
2016 Apr 26 May 10 May 24 May 31 Jun 7 Jun 14 Jun 19 Jun 21 Jun 28
Total Cost A$ pp*
May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
12 26 9 16 23 30 5 7 14
3725 3825 3919 3919 3919 3919 3919 3919 3919
Start
Finish
London or Paris
Athens
2016 Jul 3 Jul 5 Jul 12 Jul 26 Aug 2 Aug 16 Aug 30 Sep 6
Total Cost A$ pp*
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
19 21 28 11 18 1 15 22
4015 4015 4015 4015 4015 3919 3919 3919
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of A$999 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 12:00 noon in Athens. Note: on some departures, due to Greek ferry scheduling, trip itinerary may be altered.
ROAD TO ROME END ROME - 13 DAYS FROM PP*
STUCK FOR TIME? We’ve got a shorter version of the 17-day Road to Athens trip, visiting 7 countries in 13 days. Trip code: BBRL See price panel on left for departure dates & deduct A$880 for price to pay. Single room supp. A$769.
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Day 16: Corfu to Athens. Leave Corfu via the Corinth Canal en route to mythological Athens. (B)
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Day 8: Venice. Meander along alleyways & canals to art-filled Palazzos. (B) Take a private motorboat to the historic islands M Gondola ride along the canals
Day 17: Depart Athens. After morning sightseeing, say farewell to your new friends. (B) Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide
•
A$219
P/DAY*
A$2845
Day 7: Austrian Tyrol to Venice. Wind through the Austrian Alps to fairytale Venice via the Brenner Pass. (B,D) Enjoy a scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles M Whitewater rafting adventure
#ROADTOATHENS
IONIAN SEA
Days 14 - 15: Corfu. Kick back & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. (B,D)(B) M Ionian dinner experience M Water sports
M Captain’s cruise of Corfu M Rome of Emperors & Gladiators inc. Colosseum entry See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
•
ATHENS 1
Corinth Canal
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$310. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Visit contiki.com/road-rome
AEGEAN SEA
DISCOVERY PLUS
ATHENS 3 IONIAN SEA
MYKONOS 3
GREECE
IOS 3 1
Nightstops
SUMMER 2016 CODE: RTAI Start
Finish
London or Paris
Athens
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
SANTORINI 3
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun
ROAD TO ATHENS + GREEK ISLAND HOPPING
Santorini
29 DAYS 8 COUNTRIES FROM A$6425 PP* A$222 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$655. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
SNAPSHOT
HOW MUCH & WHEN
26 10 24 31 7 14 19 21 28
Start
Finish
London or Paris
Athens
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 C May 22 B Jun 6 Jun 21 B Jun 27 C Jul 3 Jul 12 C Jul 15 B Jul 18 C Jul 24
5955 6185 6425 6345 6275 6425 6275 6345 6275
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
3 5 12 26 2 16 30 6
B Jul Aug B Aug Aug B Aug Sep C Sep Oct
30 2 8 23 29 13 25 4
6505 6585 6505 6585 6505 6425 6275 6425
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS
Note: on some departures, due to Greek ferry scheduling, trip itinerary may be altered.
Days 17 - 18: Athens. Explore more of Athens. (B)(B)
Day 25: Santorini to Ios. Cruise to Ios. (B,D)
Note: for operational reasons, the Greek Island Hopping section of this trip may run in reverse.
Day 29: Depart Athens. The trip ends after breakfast. (B)
Day 22: Mykonos to Santorini. Ferry to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini. (B,D) Days 23 - 24: Santorini. Indulge in Santorini’s
CORINTH CANAL
Day 28: Ios to Athens. Set sail back to Athens. (B)
DISCOVERY PLUS
Kusadasi Mykonos
For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
Patmos
SNAPSHOT
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: RTACR3 Start
Finish Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Twin In Athens & Gratuities A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
Twin In Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
Places visited Nightstops
Crete
ROAD TO ATHENS + 3 DAY GREEK ISLAND CRUISE
Mykonos
21 DAYS 9 COUNTRIES FROM A$5099 PP* A$243 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$610. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Days 1 - 16: London/Paris to Athens. See Road to Athens on opposite page. Day 17: Athens. Explore more of Athens. (B) Day 18: Athens to Kusadasi via Mykonos. Cruise to the Aegean island paradise of Mykonos, then later, we’ll set sail to Turkey. (B,L,D) Day 19: Kusadasi to Crete via Patmos. Wake up in the port town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar before it’s off to Patmos. Tonight, we’ll set sail to Crete. (B,L,D)
10 World Heritage sites visited
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For travel insurance see p.179.
London or Paris
Santorini
1
M Santorini Highlights & volcano tour M Tour the island of Delos See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
#ROADTOATHENS
TURKEY
GREECE
Day 29 has been designed to allow you to finish the trip without needing an extra night’s accommodation.
For full details, see contiki.com
1 ATHENS
INCLUDED MEALS
Trip starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends in Athens after breakfast.
famous blue & white buildings, beaches & sunsets. (B)(B)
Days 20 - 21: Mykonos. Kick back on island time. (B)(B)
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Single room supplement of A$1645 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price.
C - These departures stay two less nights in Athens code: RTAIC
Days 26 - 27: Ios. Relax & enjoy the beaches. (B)(B)
27 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation + 1 night on board a ferry
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Days 1 - 16: London/Paris to Athens. See Road to Athens on opposite page.
Day 19: Athens to Mykonos. Ferry to Mykonos for sun & good times on this party island. (B,D)
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
28 continental breakfasts (B), 11 three-course dinners (D)
B - These departures stay one less night in Athens code: RTAIB
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
28
Day 20: Crete to Santorini. Wake up to Greece’s biggest island, Crete famous for its soft white sand, little coves & rocky coast. This afternoon we’re off to Santorini, world-famous for its simple blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. Climb twisting stone steps or catch a cable car up to the clifftop town of Fira. (B,L,D) Day 21: Arrival into Athens. Your trip ends after breakfast & a transfer into central Athens. (B) For a full itinerary, inclusions & cool ways to spend your free time, check out contiki.com.
Apr 26 May10 May24 May31 Jun 7 Jun 14 Jun 21 Jun 28 Jul 5 Jul 12 Jul 26 Aug 2 Aug 16 Aug 30 Sep 6
May16 May30 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun 27 Jul 4 Jul 11 Jul 18 Jul 25 Aug 1 Aug 15 Aug 22 Sep 5 Sep 19 Sep 26
230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230
5695 5845 5995 5995 5995 5995 5995 5995 6145 6145 6145 6145 5995 5995 5995
5925 6075 6225 6225 6225 6225 6225 6225 6375 6375 6375 6375 6225 6225 6225
4869 5005 5135 5135 5135 5135 5135 5135 5265 5265 5265 5265 5135 5135 5135
5099 5235 5365 5365 5365 5365 5365 5365 5495 5495 5495 5495 5365 5365 5365
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single supplement option: Add A$1629 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or A$1895 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share price. Trip starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. Note: on some departures, due to Greek ferry scheduling, trip itinerary may be altered. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip it must be multi-entry. Day 21 has been designed to allow you to finish the trip without needing an extra night’s accommodation. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
20
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 16 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation + 1 night on board a ferry, 3 nights on board a cruise ship
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INCLUDED MEALS 20 continental/breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 11 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Cruise to Santorini’s islands & volcanoes M Visit St. John’s Monastery Grotto of the Apocalypse 11 World Heritage sites visited
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EUROPE 2016/17
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EUROPEAN IMPRESSIONS
DISCOVERY PLUS
IRISH SEA
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS
1 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
18 DAYS
GERMANY
London
1 BRUSSELS
Dover Calais
FROM
1 RHINE VALLEY
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
PP*
A$3879 A$216
P/DAY*
Valley of the Somme
MUNICH 1
2 PARIS
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$420. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
AUSTRIA Loire Valley ATLANTIC OCEAN
#EUIMPRESSIONS
FRANCE
SWITZ Lucerne
Liechtenstein
SWISS 2 ALPS
1 BORDEAUX
Innsbruck
Brenner Pass Lake Garda
VENICE 2 Apennine Mountains
Pisa
Carcassonne SPAIN
12 World Heritage sites visited 1
Amsterdam
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city
2 FRENCH RIVIERA 2 BARCELONA MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Monaco
2 FLORENCE ITALY
SNAPSHOT
BELGIUM/NETHERLANDS/GERMANY SWITZERLAND/LIECHTENSTEIN/AUSTRIA ITALY/FRANCE/MONACO/SPAIN
17
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 17 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: London to Brussels. Meet up with your Contiki Team & ferry across the English Channel. Dash through France to Brussels, famous for its chocolate, waffles & beer. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Statue of the Manneken Pis & the charming ‘Grand Place’
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBEM
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Day 2: Brussels to Amsterdam. Head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam & check out its myriad of museums, cool cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) See the city’s canals & gable houses by night M Evening canal boat cruise
•
Day 3: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley. Follow the river to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & old-time German atmosphere. (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house Stunning drive along the river Rhine Learn how beer steins are crafted
• • •
Day 4: Rhine Valley to Swiss Alps. Stop in lakeside Lucerne for chocolate before arriving in the beautiful Swiss Alps. (B,D) See the Lorelei Rock See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic alpine drive
• • •
Day 5: Swiss Alps. Chill for the day, go hiking or opt in for one of the many outdoor activities on offer in the snow. (B,D) Day 6: Swiss Alps to Munich. Leave this gorgeous area behind, then we cross through tiny Liechtenstein & arrive in lively Munich, home of the Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional Bavarian beer hall
• • •
Day 7: Munich to Venice. Wind through the Alps & stop in Innsbruck, before travelling via the Brenner Pass to lakeside Sirmione & onward to fairytale Venice. (B,D) See the Golden Roof, Royal Palace & Olympic Ski Jump in Innsbruck Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda
• • •
Day 10: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Entry into one of Florence’s largest nightclubs, one drink included
• •
Day 11: Florence to French Riviera. Head out along the Italian coastline & past the ancient maritime city of Genoa to the glamorous French Riviera. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! (B) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
• • •
London
Paris or London
Total Cost
7 21 5 19 26 9 16 20 23 30
Finish
London
Paris or London
A$ pp*
Total Cost A$ pp*
Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
24 8 22 5 12 26 3 7 10 17
3879 3879 3985 4085 4085 4085 4085 4085 4085 4085
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
7 Jul 11 Jul 14 Jul 28 Aug 4 Aug 18 Sep 25 Sep 1 Sep 15 ● Oct 22 ● Oct
24 28 31 14 21 4 11 18 2 9
4245 4245 4245 4245 4245 4085 4085 4085 4085 4085
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Day 13: French Riviera to Barcelona. Travel past Cannes, through France’s charmingly rustic Provence region, over the Pyrénées Mountains to Mediterranean Barcelona. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.
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Trip starts 7:30am in London & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Day 14: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an unforgettable optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district M Flamenco show with dinner & drinks
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• Locally guided bike tour of Munich • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Guided tour of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
M Wine tasting M Bungy jumping in the Swiss Alps M Venice walking tour M Tuscan hills feast M Monaco dinner See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
Day 16: Bordeaux to Paris. Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling vineyards en route to the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
•
LOCAL CULTURE Want to see something cool & unique in Munich? Head downtown to Elsbach where locals surf in the river, yes really!
Venice
Barcelona
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS
ME TIME OPTIONS
•
Day 18: Depart Paris. Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
•
Day 15: Barcelona to Bordeaux. Feel the glory of medieval Carcassonne on the road to Bordeaux. (B) Visit one of Europe’s greatest fortress cities
Day 9: Venice to Florence. It’s on to Pisa to check out its architectural wonder before reaching Renaissance Florence. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
17 continental breakfasts (B), 9 three-course dinners (D)
2016
2016 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun
INCLUDED MEALS
Start
Single room supplement of A$1045 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price.
Day 17: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) M Cabaret show & dinner
•
Finish
Day 12: French Riviera. Do as the locals do today – take a stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. (B,D)
Day 8: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals
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Start
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VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ IMPRESSIONS
We visited 10 of the most amazing countries in 18 days and experienced some incredible cities such as Florence, Barcelona and Paris these were only surpassed in amazement by the breathtaking scenery of Switzerland! What an experience ... our next trip is calling! The Lows (contiki.com/reviews)
EUROPE 2016/17
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EUROPEAN INSPIRATION 19 DAYS
DISCOVERY PLUS
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Ruhr Valley
London Dresden
Dover
FROM
Calais
PP*
A$3359 A$177
BERLIN 2
NETHERLANDS Edam
P/DAY*
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
GERMANY
2 PRAGUE
Valley of the Somme
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$435. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
CZECH REP Dachau
2 PARIS
MUNICH 2
AUSTRIA
Burgundy Region
Tyrol
SWITZ
#EUINSPIRATION
10 World Heritage sites visited 1
2 LUCERNE
FRANCE
Brenner Pass
Swiss Alps
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
Lake Como
Pisa
2 VENICE
2 FLORENCE
Chianti Region
ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA Vatican City
Paris
2 ROME
SNAPSHOT
BELGIUM*/NETHERLANDS/GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC/AUSTRIA/ITALY VATICAN CITY/SWITZERLAND/FRANCE
18
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION * IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBAP
• •
Day 2: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, worldfamous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house M Evening boat cruise along the canals
•
Day 3: Amsterdam to Berlin. Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding arts, bar & club scene. (B,D) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building
•
Day 4: Berlin. Savour the mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B) See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Locally guided historical walking tour of Berlin
•
Day 5: Berlin to Prague. Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever modernizing hub of Eastern European revival. (B,D) Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall Visit the city of Dresden destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’ See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden
• • •
Day 6: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobblestone streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• •
Day 7: Prague to Munich. Stop at the sobering Dachau Memorial before reaching lively Munich, home to the Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Visit a traditional beer hall
Day 11: Venice to Rome. Say “arrivederci” to the city of Venice, before reaching the jaw dropping sights of ancient Rome. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
•
Day 12: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the ‘Eternal City’ & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to tour the Vatican museums, including the Sistine Chapel. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
•
Day 13: Rome to Florence. Stop in the Tuscan hills & go local with a cheese & Chianti wine tasting experience. Next up, the beautiful Renaissance city of Florence. (B,D) Day 14: Florence. A Local Guide shows you striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Tuscan hills feast
• •
Day 15: Florence to Lucerne. Stop & check out Pisa’s architectural wonder then catch a glimpse of Lake Como before arriving in Lucerne, nestled in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa See Lucerne’s wooden Chapel Bridge
• •
Day 16: Lucerne. Enjoy the alpine beauty of this lakeside town as you wander through the cobblestone streets. (B) Day 17: Lucerne to Paris. Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
•
Day 18: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) Visit a French perfumery M Cabaret show & dinner
•
Day 19: Depart Paris. Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
27
INCLUDED MEALS Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost A$ pp*
10 1 8 15 22 29 5 12 14 19 21 26 28 3
Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
28 19 26 2 9 16 23 30 2 7 9 14 16 21
4015 4115 4115 4255 4255 4255 4255 4255 4255 4255 4255 4255 4255 4389
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
5 10 12 24 31 7 21 28 11 13 18 20 25 2
● ● ● ● ●
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct Oct
23 28 30 11 18 25 8 15 29 1 6 8 13 20
4389 4389 4389 4389 4389 4389 4225 4225 4225 4225 4225 4225 4225 4225
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWAP Start
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
Total Cost
Start
A$ pp*
17 24 31 14 21 28 5 10 12 17 19 24 27
Finish
London or Paris or Amsterdam London
2016 Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
18 continental breakfasts (B), 9 three-course dinners (D)
2016
2016 Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
Start
18 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan Jan
4 11 18 2 9 16 23 28 30 4 6 11 14
3549 3549 3549 3465 3465 3465 3465 3465 3465 3635 3635 3635 3635
Dec 30 Dec 31
Jan 17 Jan 18
3635 3635
Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr
3635 3635 3635 3635 3359 3359 3359 3465 3465
2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
2 4 9 16 6 27 6 13 20
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
20 22 27 3 24 17 24 31 7
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBAP - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$1075 WWAP - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$905. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in London (7:00am in winter) or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Wine tasting in Tuscany • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Prague river cruise with buffet meal M Guided walking tour in Venice M Swiss Alps experience See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
LOCAL CULTURE
For more ways to save see p.26.
Visit Havel’s Market in Prague for souvenirs & traditional Babushka dolls.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Day 8: Munich. Don some lederhosen & have some fun in this cultural haven with its staggering array of museums, epic shopping & lively beer gardens. (B,D) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
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Day 9: Munich to Venice. Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to fairytale Venice. (B,D) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles M Whitewater rafting (summer departures only)
•
Day 10: Venice. Meander through the floating city’s alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, bars & markets. (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals
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Florence
I would recommend this trip to anyone looking for a stress free holiday, to some of the most beautiful countries in the world, with some awesome people! Danielle (contiki.com/reviews)
This trip is also suitable for Easy Pace travellers.
EASY PACE
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EUROPEAN VISTA 21 DAYS
DISCOVERY PLUS
NORTH SEA NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
London
FROM
Dover
PP*
A$3645 A$174
P/DAY*
Calais
1 RHINE VALLEY
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
2 PRAGUE
Valley of the Somme
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$485. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
CZECH REP Dachau
2 PARIS
MUNICH 1
Burgundy Region
#EUVISTA
2 TYROL
SWITZ
2 LUCERNE
FRANCE Swiss Alps
12 World Heritage sites visited 1
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
1 VIENNA AUSTRIA
Brenner Pass
VENICE 2 ITALY Apennine Mountains Pisa
FRENCH RIVIERA 2
Monaco
1 FLORENCE
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
2 ROME Vatican City
French Riviera
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/SWITZERLAND/MONACO/ITALY VATICAN CITY/AUSTRIA/GERMANY/CZECH REPUBLIC/NETHERLANDS/BELGIUM*
20
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
* IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBHV
• •
Day 2: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) M Cabaret show & dinner Day 3: Paris to Lucernce. Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D) Day 4: Lucerne. Your jaw will drop at the alpine beauty of this lake town as you wander through the cobbled streets. (B,D) See the wooden Chapel Bridge View the Lion Monument M Swiss fondue lunch & show M Lucerne Lake cruise
• •
Day 5: Lucerne to French Riviera. Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como en route to the glamorous resort town of Nice. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit a French perfumery
• •
Day 6: French Riviera. Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Tonight, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! (B) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino M Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco
• •
Day 7: French Riviera to Florence. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous tower before arriving in Renaissance Florence. (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa M Entry to one of the largest nightclubs in Florence plus one drink
•
Day 8: Florence to Rome. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities & then it’s on the road to Rome. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florentine leather craft demonstration See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum in Rome
• • •
Day 9: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the ‘Eternal City’ & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums
Day 12: Venice to Austrian Tyrol. Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to a quaint Tyrolean village. (B,D) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles
Start
Finish
•
London or Paris
or London
Day 13: Austrian Tyrol. Choose your own adventure in the mountains of Tyrol – exhilarating outdoor activities include tandem paragliding, hiking & mountain biking! (B,D) M Tandem paragliding
2016
Day 14: Austrian Tyrol to Munich. Stop at the sobering Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial before reaching lively Munich, home to Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional Bavarian beer hall
• • •
Day 15: Munich to Vienna. Leave festive Bavaria behind & head to Austria’s cultural capital, Vienna. (B) M Mozart & Strauss classical concert & dinner Day 16: Vienna to Prague. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour of Vienna. Then travel through Bohemia to Prague, “City of a Thousand Spires.” (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road
• •
Day 17: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• •
Day 18: Prague to Rhine Valley. Journey through Germany to the Rhine Valley, full of castles & renowned vineyards. (B,D) See the Lorelei Rock Scenic Rhine river cruise (summer departures only)
• •
Day 19: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the canals, gable houses & the city by night
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INCLUDED MEALS
Start
Finish
Total Amsterdam Cost
London or Paris
or London
A$ pp*
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
4855 4855 4855 4855 4855 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645
9 30 14 21 28 4 11 13 18 20 25 27 2
Apr May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
29 20 3 10 17 24 1 3 8 10 15 17 22
4415 4415 4525 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645 4645 4855
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
9 11 16 23 6 20 27 3 7 10 14 17 24
● ● ● ●
29 31 5 12 26 9 16 23 27 30 4 7 14
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWHT Start
Finish
Total
Amsterdam Cost or London A$ pp*
London or Paris
22 29 12 26 3 10 12 19 27
Start
Finish
London or Paris
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
11 18 2 16 23 30 1 8 16
3849 3849 3755 3755 3755 3755 3755 3945 3945
Dec 30
Jan 19
3945
Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar Apr
3945 3945 3645 3645 3645 3755
2017 Jan Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
2 14 21 11 4 18
22 3 10 3 24 7
INCLUSIONS • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
Total
Amsterdam Cost or London A$ pp*
2016
2016 Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
20 continental breakfasts (B), 10 three-course dinners (D)
2016
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBHV - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$1185. WWHT - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$979. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am (7:00am in winter) in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
Day 21: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Day 10: Rome to Venice. Criss-cross the Appenine Mountains before reaching enchanting Venice. (B,D)
• • •
A$ pp*
30
Day 20: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, worldfamous for its namesake cheese. Then check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) M Evening canal boat cruise
•
Day 11: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, little shops, bars & markets. (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
Total Amsterdam Cost
20 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
For travel insurance see p.179. Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. The 2 nights in the Austrian Tyrol are replaced with a 2nd night in both Florence & Vienna.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Gelato in Rome – our treat • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Rhine river cruise (summer departures only) • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals (summer departures only) Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Tuscan hills feast M Mountain biking & lunch in the Tyrol (summer departures only) M Whitewater rafting in Tyrol (summer departures only) M Guided bike tour in Munich (summer departures only) See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Explore the original ‘Ghetto’ in Venice. Take a stroll through the narrow streets & squares of the Jewish quarter that dates back to the 16th century.
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EUROPEAN TRAIL NETHERLANDS Edam
2 BERLIN
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND London Dover Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL
POLAND Dresden
GERMANY
BELGIUM
DISCOVERY PLUS
KRAKOW 2
Auschwitz
PRAGUE 2
Kutná Hora CZECH REP
Valley of the Somme
SLOVAKIA
2 PARIS
VIENNA 2
Burgundy Region
2 SWISS ALPS
17 World Heritage sites visited Places visited 1 Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
2 BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
SWITZ
FRANCE
Banska Bystrica
HUNGARY
Dolomite Mountains
VENICE 1
1 LJUBLJANA SLOVENIA
Apennine Mountains Pisa
2 FLORENCE ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
2 ROME Vatican City
Swiss Alps
SNAPSHOT
22
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION 15 nights in hostels, & 7 nights hotel upgrade
23 DAYS 13 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$3589 A$157
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$319. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
33
INCLUDED MEALS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
22 breakfasts (B), 11 two-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike (summer departures only) • Entrance into Auschwitz • Private boat through the canals of Venice Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Salt Mine tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
• •
Day 2: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in the scenic village of Edam (summer only), world-famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house M Evening canal boat cruise
•
Day 3: Amsterdam to Berlin. Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of über-cool Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding arts, bar & club scene. Hostel (B,D) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building
•
Day 4: Berlin. Savour the mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. Hostel (B) Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Historical walking tour
• •
Day 5: Berlin to Prague. Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever-modernising hub of Eastern European revival. Hostel (B,D) See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• • •
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCEL Start
Finish
Trip
London or Amsterdam
Paris or London
A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
2 16 30 7 14 21 28 4 11 13 18 20 22 25 27 29 2 4
24 8 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 5 10 12 14 17 19 21 24 26
3315 3315 3315 3459 3459 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559 3559 3769 3769
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570
3885 3885 3885 4029 4029 4129 4129 4129 4129 4129 4129 4129 4129 4129 4129 4129 4339 4339
Start
Finish
Trip
London or Amsterdam
Paris or London
A$ pp*
2016 Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
3769 3769 3769 3769 3769 3769 3769 3769 3769 3645 3645 3645 3645 3645 3645 3645 3645
6 9 11 13 15 23 30 1 6 13 20 22 27 3 10 17 1
28 31 2 4 6 14 21 23 28 4 11 13 18 25 2 9 23
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570
4339 4339 4339 4339 4339 4339 4339 4339 4339 4215 4215 4215 4215 4215 4215 4215 4215
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWEL 2016 Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar
15 22 24 29 5 12 19 21 26 3 5 10 12 17 19 24 27 29 31 2 7 14 21 23 30 4 11 18 25 11 18
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan
6 13 15 20 27 4 11 13 18 25 27 1 3 8 10 15 18 20 22
3145 3145 3145 3145 3099 3099 3099 3099 3099 3099 3099 3099 3099 3195 3195 3195 3195 3195 3195
580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580
3725 3725 3725 3725 3679 3679 3679 3679 3679 3679 3679 3679 3679 3775 3775 3775 3775 3775 3775
Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr
24 29 5 12 14 21 26 5 12 19 2 9
3195 3195 3195 3009 3009 3009 3009 3009 3009 3009 3069 3069
580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580 580
3775 3775 3775 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3649 3649
Prices are based on quad-share accommodation, for * more information see p.178. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am (7:00am in Winter) in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
H A
Day 6: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B) M Prague bike tour
Day 10: Krakow. Go local & explore the buzzing market stalls & pavement cafés of this city’s unspoiled medieval Old Town. Hotel (B) Sightseeing of the cathedral & Royal Castle on Wawel Hill M Guided tour of the amazing salt mines
•
Day 7: Prague to Vienna . Head south through the Czech countryside to Austria’s cultural capital, Vienna. Hostel (B) See the Sedlec Ossuary (bone church) near Kutná Hora M Mozart & Strauss concert
•
Day 8: Vienna . Viennese culture is everywhere as you explore the city. You’ll enjoy wandering through this picturebook city & encounter its music, lively cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, delicious strudel. Hostel (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, the Habsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road M Schnaps Museum visit & tasting
• •
Day 9: Vienna to Krakow. Today we head to the lively city of Krakow with a sombre stop at Auschwitz Concentration Camp Memorial to pay tribute to Poland’s tumultuous past. Hotel (B,D) Entrance to Auschwitz & Birkenau Concentration Camps
•
Day 11: Krakow to Budapest. Head south through Slovakia, stopping off in picturesque Banská Bystrica before crossing into Hungary & to Budapest the “Paris of the East.” Hostel (B) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion M Evening Danube river cruise & dinner
•
Day 12: Budapest. All your senses are surrounded by the history of this fascinating city split by the river Danube into hilltop Buda & the bustling Pest. Hostel (B) M Past & Present Budapest tour Day 13: Budapest to Ljubljana . Today we’re making our way to Slovenia’s capital with its young, vibrant student culture. Hostel (B) See Ljubljana’s castle & old town Visit Lake Bled (summer only)
• •
Day 14: Ljubljana to Venice. Soak up the amazing scenery found only in the Julian Alps
the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s • See Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria leather craft demonstration •M Florentine Traditional Tuscan dinner
before heading to Venice. Explore the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & interesting little shops. Hotel (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas Day 15: Venice to Rome. Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross the Apennine Mountains on the road to Rome. Hostel (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona Day 16: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. You could hit the shops & get in the know on Italian fashion or simply hit the streets with a camera & capture the atmosphere. Hostel (B,D) Day 17: Rome to Florence. You could explore the Vatican this morning, before we’re on the road through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. Hostel (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums Day 18: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in this atmospheric city. Hostel (B)
• •
Day 19: Florence to Swiss Alps. Make a stop in Pisa to see its iconic tower, catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como & stop for chocolate in the stunning Swiss Alps. Hostel (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Day 20: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day the way you want in the breathtaking Swiss Alps – camera essential. Hostel (B,D) Day 21: Swiss Alps to Paris. Leave the lush alpine views behind as we head through the stunning Burgundy region to the “City of Lights”, Paris. Hotel (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral Day 22: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Visit a French perfumery M Cabaret show & champagne Day 23: End Paris or London. Your trip ends in Paris this morning, or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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•
• •
•
Florence
DISCOVERY PLUS
NORTH SEA H A ENGLAND London Dover ENGLISH CHANNEL
BERLIN
NETHERLANDS Edam
2
GERMANY Calais
Dresden
BELGIUM
PRAGUE 2
FRANCE 1
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city
EASTERN ROCKER
Kutná Hora
CZECH REP
VIENNA 1 AUSTRIA
• •
Days 2 - 7: Amsterdam to Vienna . See days 2-7 of European Trail (opposite) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals Day 8: End Vienna . Explore the city sights before it’s time to say farewell. (B) See the Habsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & State Opera House
•
Important: You need to bring your own towel on this trip.
A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180
1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1545 1495 1495 1495 1495 1495 1495 1495 1495
2016 6 9 11 13 15 23 30 1 6 13 20 22 27 3 10 17 1
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
13 16 18 20 22 30 6 8 13 20 27 29 3 10 17 24 8
1365 1365 1365 1365 1365 1365 1365 1365 1365 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315 1315
SNAPSHOT
7
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION 5 nights in hostels, 2 nights hotel upgrade
10
INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B), 3 two-course dinners (D)
2016
Prague
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$135. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the Channel & head to Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
Trip
Vienna
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWLV
8 DAYS 6 COUNTRIES FROM A$1259 PP* A$158 P/DAY*
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
Finish
London or Amsterdam
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
2
AMSTERDAM
Start
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCLV Start
Finish
Trip
London or Amsterdam
Vienna
A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180
1375 1375 1375 1429 1429 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1545 1545
2016 Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
2 16 30 7 14 21 28 4 11 13 18 20 22 25 27 29 2 4
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
9 23 7 14 21 28 4 11 18 20 25 27 29 2 4 6 9 11
1195 1195 1195 1249 1249 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1365 1365
Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar
15 22 24 29 5 12 19 21 26 3 5 10 12 17 19 24 27 29 31 2 7 14 21 23 30 4 11 18 25 11 18
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
22 29 31 5 12 19 26 28 3 10 12 17 19 24 26 31 3 5 7
1139 1139 1139 1139 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1125 1155 1155 1155 1155 1155 1155
170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170
1309 1309 1309 1309 1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1325 1325 1325 1325 1325 1325
Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
9 14 21 28 30 6 11 18 25 4 18 25
1155 1155 1155 1089 1089 1089 1089 1089 1089 1089 1109 1109
170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170
1325 1325 1325 1259 1259 1259 1259 1259 1259 1259 1279 1279
* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation, for more
information see p.178. Trip starts 6:45am (7:00am in Winter) in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 12:30pm in Vienna. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Evening canal boat cruise in Amsterdam M Historical walking tour in Berlin See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more 6 World Heritage sites visited
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SNAPSHOT
POLAND
DISCOVERY PLUS
KRAKOW Auschwitz 2 CZECH REP
8
Banska Bystrica
VIENNA 1
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
BUDAPEST 2
AUSTRIA
1
HUNGARY
Dolomite Mountains
4 nights in hostels, 4 nights hotel upgrade
Places visited Nightstops
1 LJUBLJANA SLOVENIA
VENICE 1 Apennine Mountains
11
ITALY
INCLUDED MEALS 8 breakfasts (B), 3 two-course dinners (D)
SLOVAKIA
ADRIATIC SEA
EASTERN TRAIL
Rome
9 DAYS 7 COUNTRIES FROM A$1395 PP* A$155 P/DAY*
ME TIME OPTIONS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
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PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$150. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Day 1: Start Vienna . Viennese culture is everywhere! Explore the city your way before meeting up with your Trip Manager & travel buddies tonight. Hostel (D)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCVR Start
Finish
Trip
Vienna
Rome
A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
2016
Days 2 - 8: Vienna to Rome. See days 9-15 of European Trail (p.50-51) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals Day 9: End Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history before your trip ends & it’s time to say farewell to your travel mates. Important: You need to bring your own towel on this trip.
SNAPSHOT
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
9 23 7 14 21 28 4 11 18 20 25 27 29 2 4 6 9 11
Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
17 1 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 28 3 5 7 10 12 14 17 19
1345 1345 1405 1405 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525
190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190
1535 1535 1595 1595 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715
ENGLAND
DISCOVERY PLUS
London Dover
Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme
7
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
2 PARIS Burgundy Region
4 nights in hostels, 3 nights hotel upgrade
SWITZ
2 SWISS ALPS
FRANCE 1
12
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city
FLORENCE Pisa 2
INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B), 5 two-course dinners (D)
ITALY
WESTERN ROCKER
ROME 1
Paris
8 DAYS 4 COUNTRIES FROM A$1385 A$174
ME TIME OPTIONS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
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PP*
Day 1: Start Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ & explore this living museum your way. Tonight, meet up with your Trip Manager & travel buddies to let the good times begin. Hostel (D)
Day 8: End Paris or London. Your trip ends in Paris this morning, or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$135. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Days 2 - 7: Rome to Paris. See days 17-22 of European Trail (p.50-51) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals
Important: You need to bring your own towel on this trip.
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190
1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665 1665
2016 Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
13 16 18 20 22 30 6 8 13 20 27 29 3 10 17 24 8
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
21 24 26 28 30 7 14 16 21 28 4 6 11 18 25 2 16
1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475
Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
22 29 31 5 12 19 26 28 3 10 12 17 19 24 26 31
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
3 5 7 9 14 21 28 30 6 11 18 25 4 18 25
Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
30 6 8 13 20 27 4 6 11 18 20 25 27 1 3 8
1245 1245 1245 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1265 1265 1265 1265 1265
200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200
1445 1445 1445 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1465 1465 1465 1465 1465
Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr
11 13 15 17 22 29 5 7 14 19 26 5 12 26 2
1265 1265 1265 1265 1265 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1215 1215
200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200
1465 1465 1465 1465 1465 1395 1395 1395 1395 1395 1395 1395 1395 1415 1415
* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation,
for more information see p.178. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Trip starts 6:00pm in Vienna & ends approx. 12:30pm in Rome.
Start
Finish
Trip
Rome
Paris or London
A$ pp*
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1329 1329 1329 1329 1329 1329 1329 1329 1329 1329 1329
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240
1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569 1569
2016 Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
21 24 26 28 30 7 14 16 21 28 4 6 11 18 25 2 16
28 31 2 4 6 14 21 23 28 4 11 13 18 25 2 9 23
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWRT 2016
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
6 World Heritage sites visited
A$ pp*
Vatican City
INCLUSIONS
M Traditional Tuscan dinner M Paris cabaret show & glass of champagne
Trip
Rome
2016
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
6 World Heritage sites visited
Finish
Vienna
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWVR
1 ROME
INCLUSIONS
M Guided tour of Krakow Salt Mines M Gondola ride in Venice
Start
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCRT Start
Finish
Trip
Rome
Paris or London
A$ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
1225 1259 1259 1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1295 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375 1375
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240
1465 1499 1499 1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1535 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615 1615
2016 Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
17 1 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 28 3 5 7 10 12 14 17 19
24 8 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 5 10 12 14 17 19 21 24 26
Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr
30 6 8 13 20 27 4 6 11 18 20 25 27 1 3 8 11 13 15 17 22 29 5 7 14 19 26 5 12 26 2
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan
6 13 15 20 27 4 11 13 18 25 27 1 3
1195 1175 1175 1175 1175 1175 1175 1175 1175 1209 1209 1209 1209
240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240
1435 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1449 1449 1449 1449
Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr
8 10 15 18 20 22 24 29 5 12 14 21 26 5 12 19 2 9
1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1209 1145 1145 1145 1145 1145 1145 1145 1145 1165 1165 1165
240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240
1449 1449 1449 1449 1449 1449 1449 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1405 1405 1405
Prices are based on quad-share accommodation, for more * information see p.178. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. Trip starts 6:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or 6:30pm in London.
IRISH SEA
NETHERLANDS Edam
ENGLAND London
2
POLAND GERMANY
Dover Calais
2 BERLIN
AMSTERDAM
BELGIUM
Dresden
KRAKOW 2 Auschwitz
PRAGUE 2
CZECH REP
Kutna Hora
FRANCE
DISCOVERY PLUS
AUSTRIA Dolomite Mountains
1
HUNGARY
1 LJUBLJANA
VENICE 1
SLOVENIA
Apennine Mountains ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
ROME 1
TRAIL TO ROME
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCTR
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the Channel & head to Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover M Amsterdam canal cruise Days 2 - 15: Amsterdam to Rome. See days 2-15 of European Trail (p.50-51) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals Day 16: End Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history before your trip ends & it’s time to say farewell to your travel mates. (B)
Finish
Trip
London or Amsterdam
Rome
A$ pp*
Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
Important: You need to bring your own towel on this trip.
ENGLAND London
2 16 30 7 14 21 28 4 11 13 18 20 22 25 27 29 2 4
Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
17 1 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 28 3 5 7 10 12 14 17 19
POLAND
Calais CZECH REP
Valley of the Somme
FRANCE
1
Start
SWISS ALPS
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city
AUSTRIA
2
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
2385 2385 2385 2495 2495 2565 2565 2565 2565 2565 2565 2565 2565 2565 2565 2565 2715 2715
370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370
2755 2755 2755 2865 2865 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 2935 3085 3085
DISCOVERY PLUS
KRAKOW Auschwitz 2
VIENNA 1 SWITZ
Food Fund
2016
•
Burgundy Region
2 BUDAPEST HUNGARY
2 FLORENCE
TRAIL TO LONDON
ITALY
ADRIATIC SEA
2 ROME
Total Cost A$ pp*
6 9 11 13 15 23 30 1 6 13 20 22 27 3 10 17 1
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
21 24 26 28 30 7 14 16 21 28 4 6 11 18 25 2 16
2715 2715 2715 2715 2715 2715 2715 2715 2715 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625
370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370
3085 3085 3085 3085 3085 3085 3085 3085 3085 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995
SNAPSHOT
15
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION 9 nights in hostels, 6 nights hotel upgrade
21
INCLUDED MEALS 15 breakfasts (B), 6 two-course dinners (D)
Paris P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$269. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Day 1: Start Vienna . Viennese culture is everywhere! Explore the city your way before meeting up with your Trip Manager & travel buddies tonight. Hostel (D) Days 2 - 15: Vienna to Paris. See days 10-23 of European Trail (p.50-51) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals Day 16: End Paris or London. Your trip ends in Paris this morning, or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. Please note: You need to bring your own towel on
15 22 24 29 5 12 19 21 26 3 5 10 12 17 19 24 27 29 31
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
2 7 14 21 23 30 4 11 18 25 11 18
Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan
30 6 8 13 20 27 4 6 11 18 20 25 27 1 3 8 11 13 15
2255 2255 2255 2255 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2219 2285 2285 2285 2285 2285 2285
380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380
2635 2635 2635 2635 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2599 2665 2665 2665 2665 2665 2665
Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr
17 22 29 5 7 14 19 26 5 12 26 2
2285 2285 2285 2155 2155 2155 2155 2155 2155 2155 2195 2195
380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380 380
2665 2665 2665 2535 2535 2535 2535 2535 2535 2535 2575 2575
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Mozart & Strauss concert in Vienna 14 World Heritage sites visited
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Trip starts 6:45am (7:00am in Winter) in London or 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 12:30pm in Rome. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
Start
Finish
Trip
Vienna
Paris or London
A$ pp*
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2605 2605 2605 2605 2605 2605 2605 2605 2605
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420
3115 3115 3115 3115 3115 3115 3115 3115 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025
2016 13 16 18 20 22 30 6 8 13 20 27 29 3 10 17 24 8
28 31 2 4 6 14 21 23 28 4 11 13 18 25 2 9 23
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SNAPSHOT
15
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION 8 nights in hostels, 7 nights hotel upgrade
23
INCLUDED MEALS 15 breakfasts (B), 8 two-course dinners (D)
2016
16 DAYS 10 COUNTRIES FROM A$2649 A$166
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWVL
Vatican City
PP*
this trip.
Food Fund A$ pp*
2016
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
SLOVAKIA Banska Bystrica
SLOVENIA VENICE 1 1 LJUBLJANA Pisa
A$ pp*
2016
Amsterdam
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$270. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
2 PARIS
Trip
Rome
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWTR
16 DAYS 11 COUNTRIES FROM A$2535 PP* A$159 P/DAY*
Dover
Finish
London or Amsterdam
Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
SLOVAKIA Banska Bystrica
VIENNA 2 BUDAPEST 2
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city
Start
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCVL Start
Finish
Trip
Vienna
Paris or London
A$ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
2365 2365 2475 2475 2545 2545 2545 2545 2545 2545 2545 2545 2545 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420
2785 2785 2895 2895 2965 2965 2965 2965 2965 2965 2965 2965 2965 3115 3115 3115 3115 3115
2016 Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
9 23 7 14 21 28 4 11 18 20 25 27 29 2 4 6 9 11
24 8 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 5 10 12 14 17 19 21 24 26
Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
22 29 31 5 12 19 26 28 3 10 12 17 19 24 26 31 3 5 7 9 14 21 28 30 6 11 18 25 4 18 25
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr
6 13 15 20 27 4 11 13 18 25 27 1 3 8 10 15 18 20 22 24 29 5 12 14 21 26 5 12 19 2 9
2335 2335 2335 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2299 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2229 2229 2229 2229 2229 2229 2229 2229 2275 2275
420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420 420
2755 2755 2755 2719 2719 2719 2719 2719 2719 2719 2719 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2649 2649 2649 2649 2649 2649 2649 2649 2695 2695
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Traditional Tuscan dinner M Paris cabaret show & glass of champagne 12 World Heritage sites visited
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* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.178.
Trip starts 6:00pm in Vienna & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
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EUROPEAN QUEST
DISCOVERY PLUS
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS
BERLIN 2
Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
London
Dresden Dover
GERMANY Calais
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
PRAGUE 2 CZECH REP
Valley of the Somme
2 PARIS 1 SALZBURG Loire Valley
AUSTRIA
FRANCE
2 VENICE
Verona
CINQUE TERRE 1
1 BORDEAUX SAN SEBASTIAN St-Jean-de-Luz 2 Pyrenees Mountains
15 World Heritage sites visited SPAIN
1
SNAPSHOT
24
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION 13 nights in hostels, 11 nights hotel upgrade
2
FROM
A$3785 A$152
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$410. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
34
INCLUDED MEALS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
24 continental breakfasts (B), 10 two-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS
• •
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Train along the Cinque Terre • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Private boat through the canals of Venice Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
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Day 1: London to Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel & onward travel past the World War I battlefields to Paris. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral Day 2: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) M Cabaret show & glass of champagne Day 3: Paris to Bordeaux. Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling vineyards en route to Bordeaux, home to the world-famous wine region. Hotel (B) Visit the town famous for its wine Day 4: Bordeaux to San Sebastian. We head south to the stunning Basque city of San Sebastian, stopping off for lunch on the glorious yellow sandy beach of Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Hostel (B) Day 5: San Sebastian. Time to explore! Enjoy one of the best inner-city beaches in Europe where you can swim, learn to surf, sit back & relax in one of the city’s famous pinxtos bars or get a piece of the action in the lively town centre. Hostel (B,D) See the Parte Vieja, Playa de la Concha & Centro Romántico Day 6: San Sebastian to Barcelona. Today we’ll be leaving the Bay of Biscay behind & make our lunch stop in Zaragoza, which traces its history back to the time of the Ancient Romans, before heading to the vibrant city of Barcelona. Hostel (B,D)
•
•
2 NICE
1 FLORENCE
the Church of the Holy Pillar in Zaragoza • See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic • See Games complex Day 7: Barcelona. It’s time for food, fiesta, fashion & fun! Admire the Gothic architecture, see some of the world’s most beautiful art, or take in all of Barcelona’s buzzing street life. Hostel (B) Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district M Flamenco show with dinner & drinks Day 8: Barcelona to Nice. Travel through the charmingly rustic region of Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. Hostel (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Day 9: Nice. Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the famous pebble beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! Hostel (B)
•
•
Please note: You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London (7:00am in winter) or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26.
ADRIATIC SEA
ITALY
ROME 2
Vatican City
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Pompeii
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
25 DAYS 10 COUNTRIES PP*
Pisa Monaco
Zaragoza
BARCELONA
Berlin
Arles
Isle of Capri
2 SORRENTO
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCEQ Start
Finish
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
2016 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
15 29 13 20 27 3 10 15 17 22 24 29 1 6 8 13 15 22 27 29 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 30
May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
9 23 6 13 20 27 4 9 11 16 18 23 25 30 1 6 8 15 20 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 10 24
Trip A$ pp*
3655 3655 3749 3885 3885 3885 3885 3885 3885 3885 3885 3885 4115 4115 4115 4115 4115 4115 4115 4115 4115 3945 3945 3945 3945 3945 3945 3945
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570
4225 4225 4319 4455 4455 4455 4455 4455 4455 4455 4455 4455 4685 4685 4685 4685 4685 4685 4685 4685 4685 4515 4515 4515 4515 4515 4515 4515
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWEQ 2016 Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
21 28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16 23 27 30 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 3 10 17
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan
14 21 28 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 20 23
3475 3475 3425 3425 3425 3425 3425 3425 3565 3565 3565 3565
460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460
3935 3935 3885 3885 3885 3885 3885 3885 4025 4025 4025 4025
Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr
30 6 13 20 27 6 13 20 27 3 10
3565 3565 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3389 3389
460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460 460
4025 4025 3785 3785 3785 3785 3785 3785 3785 3849 3849
* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.178.
a French perfumery • Visit the Royal Palace in Monaco. • See • Visit a Monte Carlo casino M Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco
M Isle of Capri day cruise Day 14: Sorrento to Rome. From picture perfect Sorrento, via Pompeii to Rome. Hostel (B,D) Scenic drive along the coast See Mt. Vesuvius M Guided tour of the ancient city of Pompeii
• •
Day 10: Nice to Cinque Terre. Along the coast to take in the seaside setting of the colourful Cinque Terre, indulge in some tasty local food & wine, dive into the crystal clear water or explore the region on a hike. Hotel (B) Visit Monterosso & enjoy a trip along the Cinque Terre
Day 15: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the ‘Eternal City’ & explore this living museum. There’s the chance to delve into history, visit the Colosseum this afternoon or spend the day shopping & eating. Hostel (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona M Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica & the art of the Vatican museums
•
Day 11: Cinque Terre to Florence. To Pisa’s famous architectural wonder & then on to Renaissance Florence where a Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Hostel (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
•
• •
Day 16: Rome to Venice. We take you to fair Verona town - home of Romeo & Juliet where you’ll have the chance to visit Juliet’s Balcony. Hotel (B,D) See the Roman Arena in the city made famous by Shakespeares Romeo & Juliet
•
•
Day 12: Florence to Sorrento. Travel south through Umbria & Lazio via the picturesque Bay of Naples to Sorrento. Hostel (B)
Day 17: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Hotel (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square M Gondola ride along the canals
Day 13: Sorrento. Chill out on the Isle of Capri. Be amazed at the natural beauty, stroll through the Piazzas & Roman ruins or enjoy a café al fresco with the locals. Hostel (B,D)
•
Day 18: Venice to Salzburg. Travel through the stunning Austrian countryside to the picture perfect Salzburg, home to Mozart & The Sound of Music. Hotel (B) See the Hohensalzburg Fortress
•
Day 19: Salzburg to Prague. Head north to Prague, the ‘City of a Thousand Spires’. Hostel (B,D) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• •
Day 20: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B) M Nuclear bunker tour Day 21: Prague to Berlin. Head over the border & into Germany to Dresden, often dubbed ‘Florence of the North’ because of its beauty. Then we’ll roll in to Berlin. Hostel (B) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in the commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall
• •
Day 22: Berlin. Find out what makes Germany’s capital one of the most
cutting-edge cities in the world with lots of free time to explore. It’s hard to believe that this funky town has had such a troubled past, so savour the mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. Hostel (B,D) See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Walking tour of Berlin
•
Day 23: Berlin to Amsterdam. Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s eye-opening Red Light District, where the creative & wacky come together on narrow cobbled streets. Hotel (B,D) See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
•
Day 24: Amsterdam. Into the countryside to bike around like the laid-back locals, past working windmills, to the world-famous cheese village of Edam, before it’s back to the city to explore the canals, parks & cool vibes that the ‘Dam’ is known for. Hotel (B) See how clogs are made and try some famous Dutch Edam at a cheese farm M Canal cruise
•
Day 25: Amsterdam to London. This morning after breakfast we transfer you to Schiphol Airport (estimated arrival 10:00am) where your trip ends. Or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Vatican City
ENGLAND London Dover Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme
1
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city
DISCOVERY PLUS
2 PARIS FRANCE Loire Valley
1 BORDEAUX SAN SEBASTIAN St-Jean-de-Luz 2 Pyrenees SPAIN
Mountains
Zaragoza
BARCELONA
2
A
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
WESTERN QUEST
Barcelona
8 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES FROM A$1225 PP* A$154 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$130. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: London to Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel & onward travel past the World War I battlefields to Paris. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
• •
Days 2 - 7: Paris to Barcelona . See days 2-7 of European Quest (opposite) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals Day 8: Depart Barcelona . Your trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
Please note: You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London (7:00am in winter) or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 9:00am in Barcelona. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCWQM Start
Finish
London or Paris
Barcelona
2016 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
15 29 13 20 27 3 10 15 17 22 24 29 1 6 8 13 15 22 27 29 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 30
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
Trip
22 6 20 27 3 10 17 22 24 29 1 6 8 13 15 20 22 29 3 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 7
A$ pp*
1195 1195 1225 1255 1255 1255 1255 1255 1255 1255 1255 1255 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1339 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285 1285
SNAPSHOT
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190
1385 1385 1415 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1529 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475 1475
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWWQ 2016 Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
21 28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16 23 27 30 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 3 10 17
★ ★ ★ ★
Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan
28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16 23 30 3 6
1115 1115 1099 1099 1099 1099 1099 1099 1129 1129 1129 1129
160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160
1275 1275 1259 1259 1259 1259 1259 1259 1289 1289 1289 1289
Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar
13 20 27 3 10 17 24 3 10 17 24
1129 1129 1065 1065 1065 1065 1065 1065 1065 1085 1085
160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160 160
1289 1289 1225 1225 1225 1225 1225 1225 1225 1245 1245
* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.178.
7
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION 4 nights in hostels, 3 nights hotel upgrade
10
INCLUDED MEALS 7 continental breakfasts (B), 3 two-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Cabaret show & glass of champagne M Flamenco show with dinner & drinks See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more 4 World Heritage sites visited
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SNAPSHOT
8
1
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCMQM
FRANCE
Places visited Nightstops
Pyrenees Mountains SPAIN
CINQUE TERRE
NICE
1 2
Monaco
DISCOVERY PLUS
1 FLORENCE
Barcelona
7 nights in hostels, 1 night hotel upgrade
ROME Vatican City
2 SORRENTO
11
INCLUDED MEALS
MEDITERRANEAN QUEST
8 continental breakfasts (B), 3 two-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Florence
9 DAYS 5 COUNTRIES FROM A$1385 PP* A$154 P/DAY*
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Barcelona to Nice. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning. Travel through the charmingly rustic region of Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. Hostel (D)
Please note: You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in Barcelona & ends approx. 9:00am in Rome.
• Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur 5 World Heritage sites visited
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#MEDQUEST
★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
Days 2 - 8: Nice to Rome. See days 9-15 of European Quest (p.54-55) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals
For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
Day 9: Depart Rome. Your trip ends after breakfast, so it’s time to swap email addresses say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)
For travel insurance see p.179.
DISCOVERY PLUS NORTH SEA
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
ENGLAND
4 nights in hostels, 5 nights hotel upgrade
London Dover ENGLISH CHANNEL
BERLIN 2 Edam NETHERLANDS 2 AMSTERDAM Dresden
GERMANY Calais
13
BELGIUM
FRANCE
INCLUDED MEALS
PRAGUE 2
CZECH REP
SALZBURG 1 AUSTRIA
EASTERN QUEST
1
VENICE Places visited 2 Verona Nightstops Optional end city
Berlin
ITALY Rome
INCLUSIONS
ME TIME OPTIONS M Gondola ride along the canals in Venice M Farewell dinner in Amsterdam See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more 6 World Heritage sites visited
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Total Cost A$ pp*
10 DAYS 6 COUNTRIES FROM A$1429 PP* A$143 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$170. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Rome to Venice. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning. We then travel over the Appenine Mountains, stopping in Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona en route to Venice. Hotel See the Roman Arena in the city made famous by Shakespeares Romeo & Juliet
•
Days 2 - 9: Venice to Amsterdam. See days 17-24 of European Quest (p.54-55) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals. Day 10: Amsterdam to London. This morning after breakfast we transfer you to Schiphol Airport (estimated arrival 10:00am) where your trip ends. Or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
22 6 20 27 3 10 17 22 24 29 1 6 8 13 15 20 22 29 3 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 7
Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
30 14 28 4 11 18 25 30 2 7 9 14 16 21 23 28 30 6 11 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 1 15
1339 1375 1409 1409 1409 1409 1409 1409 1409 1409 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445 1445
200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200
1539 1575 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1705 1705 1705 1705 1705 1705 1705 1705 1705 1705 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645
2016 Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar
28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16 23 30 3 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 3 10 17 24
★ ★ ★ ★
Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan
5 12 19 26 3 10 17 24 31 7
1249 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1229 1265 1265 1265
190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190
1439 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1455 1455 1455
Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr
11 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 4 11 18 25 1
1265 1265 1265 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1195 1215 1215 1215
190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190
1455 1455 1455 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1385 1405 1405 1405
for more information see p.178.
9
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Food Fund A$ pp*
* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation,
SNAPSHOT
9 continental breakfasts (B), 4 two-course dinners (D)
Trip A$ pp*
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWMQ
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$150. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ME TIME OPTIONS M Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco M Locally guided tour of Vatican museums See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
Finish Rome
2016
ITALY
2
Start Barcelona
Please note: You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCQEM Start
Finish
Rome
Amsterdam or London
A$ pp*
May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
1525 1565 1605 1605 1605 1605 1605 1605 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1715 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645
2016 Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
30 14 28 4 11 18 25 30 2 7 9 14 16 21 23 28 30 6 11 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 1 15
Trip
9 23 6 13 20 27 4 9 11 16 18 23 25 30 1 6 8 15 20 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 10 24
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210 210
1735 1775 1815 1815 1815 1815 1815 1815 1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1925 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855 1855
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWQE 2016 Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr
5 Nov 12 Nov 19 Nov 26 Dec 3 ★ Dec 10 ★ Dec 17 ★ Dec 24 Jan 31 Jan
14 21 28 5 12 19 26 2 9
1329 1329 1329 1329 1329 1329 1369 1369 1369
140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140
1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1509 1509 1509
7 11 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 4 11 18 25 1
16 20 23 30 6 13 20 27 6 13 20 27 3 10
1369 1369 1369 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1289 1315 1315 1315 1315
140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140
1509 1509 1509 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1429 1455 1455 1455 1455
Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr
* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.178.
SEA ENGLAND London 1 Dover Calais ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCQRM
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city
DISCOVERY PLUS
2 PARIS Loire Valley FRANCE
CINQUE TERRE ITALY 1 NICE Pisa 1 2 Monaco FLORENCE
1 BORDEAUX
2 SAN SEBASTIAN
St-Jeande-Luz
Arles
Zaragoza
MEDITERRANEAN 2 SEA Vatican City
2 BARCELONA
SPAIN
ROME Pompeii
SORRENTO 2
Isle of Capri
QUEST TO ROME
IONIAN SEA
Rome
16 DAYS 5 COUNTRIES FROM A$2489 PP* A$156 P/DAY*
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
• •
Please note: You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London (7:00am in winter) or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 9:00am in Rome. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
Days 2 - 15: Paris to Rome. See days 2-15 of European Quest (p.54-55) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals.
For more ways to save see p.26.
Day 16: Depart Rome. Your trip ends after breakfast, so it’s time to swap email addresses & say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)
For travel insurance see p.179.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
1
BELGIUM GERMANY
PRAGUE 2
Places visited Nightstops SALZBURG 1 Optional end city AUSTRIA FRANCE Arles
SPAIN
CINQUE TERRE 1 2 NICE
Verona ITALY
Pisa Monaco
CZECH REP
2 VENICE
1 FLORENCE 2 ROME
MEDITERRANEAN Vatican City SEA Barcelona
Pompeii
SORRENTO 2
QUEST TO LONDON
Rome
A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
15 29 13 20 27 3 10 15 17 22 24 29 1 6 8 13 15 22 27 29 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 30
Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
30 14 28 4 11 18 25 30 2 7 9 14 16 21 23 28 30 6 11 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 1 15
2355 2355 2419 2505 2505 2505 2505 2505 2505 2505 2505 2505 2655 2655 2655 2655 2655 2655 2655 2655 2655 2545 2545 2545 2545 2545 2545 2545
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360 360
2715 2715 2779 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 2865 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 3015 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905
2016 Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar
21 28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16 23 27 30
★ ★ ★ ★
6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 3 10 17
Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
5 12 19 26 3 10 17 24 31 7 11 14
2245 2245 2215 2215 2215 2215 2215 2215 2305 2305 2305 2305
340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340
2585 2585 2555 2555 2555 2555 2555 2555 2645 2645 2645 2645
Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr
21 28 4 11 18 25 4 11 18 25 1
2305 2305 2149 2149 2149 2149 2149 2149 2149 2195 2195
340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340
2645 2645 2489 2489 2489 2489 2489 2489 2489 2535 2535
Isle of Capri
IONIAN SEA
Florence
18 DAYS 10 COUNTRIES FROM A$2685 PP* A$150 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$300. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Barcelona to Nice. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning. Travel through the charmingly rustic region of Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. Hostel (D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Days 2 - 17: Nice to Amsterdam. See days 9-24 of European Quest (p.54-55) itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals Day 18: Amsterdam to London. This morning after breakfast we transfer you to Schiphol Airport (estimated arrival 10:00am) where your trip ends. Or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Please note: You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 7:15am in Barcelona & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Start
Finish
Barcelona
Amsterdam or London
A$ pp*
May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
2689 2759 2859 2859 2859 2859 2859 2859 2859 2859 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905 2905
2016 Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
22 6 20 27 3 10 17 22 24 29 1 6 8 13 15 20 22 29 3 5 12 19 26 2 9 16 23 7
Trip
9 23 6 13 20 27 4 9 11 16 18 23 25 30 1 6 8 15 20 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 10 24
28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16 23 30 3 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24 3 10 17 24
★ ★ ★ ★
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390 390
3079 3149 3249 3249 3249 3249 3249 3249 3249 3249 3415 3415 3415 3415 3415 3415 3415 3415 3415 3415 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295
Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Jan Jan Jan
14 21 28 5 12 19 26 2 9 16
2469 2435 2435 2435 2435 2435 2435 2535 2535 2535
320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320
2789 2755 2755 2755 2755 2755 2755 2855 2855 2855
Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar Apr Apr
20 23 30 6 13 20 27 6 13 20 27 3 10
2535 2535 2535 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2365 2409 2409 2409
320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320
2855 2855 2855 2685 2685 2685 2685 2685 2685 2685 2729 2729 2729
* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation, for more information see p.178.
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION 11 nights in hostels, 4 nights hotel upgrade
21
INCLUDED MEALS 15 continental breakfasts (B), 6 two-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Traditional Tuscan feast M Guided tour of the ancient city of Pompeii M Locally guided tour of Vatican museum & Sistine Chapel See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more 9 World Heritage sites visited
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SNAPSHOT
Food Fund
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWQL 2016 Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec 2017 Jan Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Mar
15
#QUESTTOROME
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCQLM DISCOVERY PLUS
Dresden Calais
London or Paris
SNAPSHOT
Food Fund
for more information see p.178.
BERLIN 2 2 AMSTERDAM
London Dover
Trip
* Prices are based on quad-share accommodation,
NETHERLANDS ENGLAND
Finish
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWQR
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$265. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Day 1: London to Paris. Meet up with your Contiki team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel & onward travel past the World War I battlefields to Paris. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
Start
17
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION 11 nights in hostels, 6 nights hotel upgrade
24
INCLUDED MEALS 17 continental breakfasts (B), 7 two-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Prague river cruise & buffet M Berlin walking tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more 11 World Heritage sites visited
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#QUESTTOLONDON
EUROPE 2016/17
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EUROPEAN PANORAMA
NETHERLANDS Edam
28 DAYS A$6025 A$216
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
18 World Heritage sites visited
GERMANY
London
FROM
PP*
DISCOVERY PLUS
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover
P/DAY*
Calais
ENGLISH CHANNEL
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$659. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
BELGIUM
1
Valley of the Somme
MUNICH 1
2 PARIS
#EUPANORAMA
Loire Valley
FRANCE
SWISS 2 ALPS
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
2 FLORENCE
Monaco ITALY
Vatican City
1
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
ADRIATIC SEA
2 ROME
SPAIN
BARCELONA 2
AUSTRIA
2 VENICE
Pisa
Pyrenees Mountains
2 VIENNA
Liechtenstein Dolomite Lucerne Mountains
1 BORDEAUX
Carcassonne
Mauthausen
1 TYROL
SWITZ
Ch창teau Chambord
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
Mt Vesuvius Pompeii
Bari GREECE
1
IONIAN SEA
Florence
3 CORFU
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/SPAIN/MONACO/ITALY VATICAN CITY/GREECE/AUSTRIA/GERMANY LIECHTENSTEIN/SWITZERLAND/NETHERLANDS BELGIUM* * IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to the “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBHM
• •
Day 2: Paris. Discover this city’s magic, romance, history & legendary icons. (B) M Cabaret show & dinner Day 3: Paris to Bordeaux. Cut through the Loire Valley & pass rolling vineyards en route to Bordeaux. (B,D) Scenic drive to see Château de Chambord
•
Day 4: Bordeaux to Barcelona . Feel the glory of medieval Carcassonne on the road to Barcelona. (B,D) Visit one of Europe’s greatest fortress cities
•
Day 5: Barcelona . Barcelona goes off! From Gaudí’s architecture to food, markets & music, take time to indulge in it all. (B) See Gaudi’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district M Flamenco show with dinner & drinks
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Day 6: Barcelona to French Riviera . Travel through Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
•
Day 7: French Riviera . Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! (B) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
• •
Day 8: French Riviera to Florence. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Florence. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
• •
Day 9: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. Later, explore at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 16: Corfu to Italy. Cruise up the Adriatic to the enchanting city of Venice. (B) Day 17: Arrive Venice. After a morning of cruising, disembark the Adriatic ferry & hit the road heading north passing by lush coastline & local farming country. (B) Day 18: Venice. Discover the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, shops, bars & markets. (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals
• • •
Day 19: Venice to Vienna . Today we drive through the spectacular Dolomites as we head to Austria’s capital, Vienna. (B,D) Day 20: Vienna . This morning take a city tour, before the day is yours to explore Vienna’s music, cafés, architecture & of course, strudel! (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road M Schnaps Museum visit & tasting
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Day 21: Vienna to Munich. Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial en route to Munich, the festive home of the Oktoberfest. (B) Entry into the Mauthausen Memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
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Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jun
25 9 23 6 13 20 27
Finish
Total
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
22 5 19 3 10 17 24
6025 6185 6339 6339 6339 6339 6339
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
11 Aug 25 Aug 8 Sep 22 Sep 29 ● Sep 5 ● Oct
7 21 4 18 25 2
6595 6595 6595 6339 6339 6339
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Single room supplement of A$1615 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Tyrol Valley
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Visit Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial • Rhine river cruise • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
ME TIME OPTIONS M Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums M Guided city walking tour in Venice M Evening canal boat cruise in Amsterdam See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
• •
LOCAL CULTURE
• •
Day 28: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
•
Day 24: Swiss Alps. Chill in the breathtaking Alps & enjoy one of the many outdoor activities on offer. (B,D)
Day 27: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in Edam. Afterwards, check out the cool cafés & nightclubs. (B)
27 continental breakfasts (B), 14 three course dinners (D)
Amsterdam Cost or London A$ pp*
• • •
Day 26: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next up, it’s the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the canals, gable houses & the city by night
Days 13 - 15: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun. (B,D)(B)(B,D) M Captain’s cruise of Corfu
2016
Start London or Paris
Day 23: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before spending two nights in the magical Swiss Alps. (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See Lucerne’s wooden Chapel Bridge Scenic alpine drive
Day 11: Rome. Explore the “Eternal City”. Later, there’s a chance to tour the Vatican museums & Sistine Chapel. (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City Day 12: Rome to Corfu. Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Cross Italy & board the ferry to Greece. (B) M Guided tour of Pompeii
Total
Amsterdam Cost or London A$ pp*
25 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation + 2 nights on board ferries
INCLUDED MEALS
•
Day 25: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley. Follow the river Rhine to a beautiful valley full of castles & vineyards. (B,D) See the Lorelei Rock Rhine river cruise M Wine tasting in an historic cellar
•
Finish
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
41
Day 22: Munich to Austrian Tyrol. Be wowed by stunning alpine scenery en route to a cool Tyrolean village. (B,D) See this idyllic region famous for adventure sports M Tandem paragliding
Day 10: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
•
Start London or Paris
27
My Trip Manager was amazing & she made my trip amazing. Every country we visited she told us everything you could possibly need to know. Brittney (contiki.com/reviews)
Don’t miss the world renowned macaron heaven at Ladurée, in Paris. It’s THE place to try these iconic French treats (cute takeaway box packed with treats for later is essential).
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EUROPEAN EXPLORER
NETHERLANDS Edam
+ MYKONOS ISLAND OR GREEK ISLAND CRUISING OPTIONS Wales
DISCOVERY PLUS
2 AMSTERDAM GERMANY
ENGLAND
London
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover Calais
33 DAYS
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Valley of the Somme
FROM
PP*
A$7845 A$238
BELGIUM
2 PARIS
P/DAY*
MUNICH Mauthausen 1 2 VIENNA
FRANCE
Fontainebleau Burgundy Region
SWITZ
LUCERNE 2
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$825. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
18 World Heritage sites visited
AUSTRIA Liechtenstein
Swiss Alps
SLOVENIA Verona
LYON 1
2 VENICE
ATLANTIC OCEAN
Pisa Monaco
SPAIN
Pyrenees Mountains
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
1
CROATIA BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA
1 FLORENCE
1 ZADAR
ITALY
2 DUBROVNIK
Split ADRIATIC SEA
MONTENEGRO
2 ROME BARCELONA 2
Vatican City
Pompeii Isle of Capri
1 TIRANA
Bari
1 SORRENTO
ALBANIA GREECE
1 IONIAN SEA
1 PREVEZA Corinth Canal Patras
MYKONOS ISLAND OR CRUISING OPTION & MAPS SEE P.63
Paris
1 ATHENS
4 MYKONOS
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/SPAIN/MONACO/ITALY/VATICAN CITY/GREECE/TURKEY /ALBANIA MONTENEGRO*/BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA* CROATIA/SLOVENIA*/AUSTRIA/GERMANY LIECHTENSTEIN/SWITZERLAND NETHERLANDS/BELGIUM* +
* IN TRANSIT + CRUISE OPTION ONLY
32
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 31 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, 1 night on board a ferry, (see p.63 for full breakdown of accommodation for Mykonos Island & Greek Island Cruising options)
47
INCLUDED MEALS (MYKONOS ISLAND OPTION)
ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING
(see p.63 for full breakdown of meals) Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris) & ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
• •
Day 2: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) M Cabaret show & dinner Day 3: Paris to Lyon. We make our way southbound through Burgundy via the beautiful 12th Century Château Fontainebleau before having the chance to dine in France’s gastronomic capital. (B) See Château Fontainebleau
•
Day 4: Lyon to Barcelona . Head to southern France, through the majestic Pyrénées Mountains, on to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona. (B,D) Day 5: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district M Flamenco show with dinner & drinks
• •
Day 6: Barcelona to French Riviera. Travel through Provence, one of France’s most stunning regions, to the glamorous resort town of Nice on the French Riviera. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
•
Day 7: French Riviera. Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! (B) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino M Dinner near the Royal Palace of Monaco
• •
Day 8: French Riviera to Venice. Au revoir France, it’s all about saying ‘Ciao’ in Italy as we head into the canals & gondolas of floating Venice. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery
•
Day 9: Venice. Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, artfilled palazzos, little shops, bars & markets. (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals
• • •
Day 10: Venice to Florence. Wind through the Apennine Mountains & Tuscan hills to Florence, a Renaissance city full of striking buildings & sacred art. (B) Walking tour of Florence with a Local Guide
•
the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell • See Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria • Florentine leather craft demonstration M Traditional Tuscan feast Day 11: Florence to Rome. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder on the road to Rome. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
• •
Day 12: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums
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Day 13: Rome to Sorrento. From Naples, catch the boat to Capri & soak up its sweeping views & romantic atmosphere before sailing to Sorrento. (B) Day 14: Sorrento to Greece. From postcard perfect Sorrento, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross southern Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) Day 15: To Athens. From Patras, cross the Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. (B) M Greek dinner & dancing night
ITINERARY CONTINUED
53 INCLUDED MEALS (GREEK ISLAND CRUISING OPTION) (see p.63 for full breakdown of meals)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Locally guided tour of Athens • Guided tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town • Rhine river cruise • Locally guided bike tour past windmills, dijks & canals Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Gondola ride M Guided tour of ancient Ephesus (Greek Island Cruising option) M Journey to the top of the Swiss Alps M Amsterdam canal cruise See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
Florence
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YOUR CHOICE Days 16-20: There’s either a Mykonos Island or Greek Island cruising option. See p.63.
Day 21: Preveza to Tirana. Travel into Albania & wind through the dramatic mountains & along the Adriatic Coast. (B,D) Day 22: Tirana to Dubrovnik. Continue along the sparkling coastline through tiny Montenegro toward the lovely, ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D) Day 23: Dubrovnik. Find historic buildings, modern galleries, ancient sculptures & amazing seafood in this stunning UNESCO World Heritage site. (B,D)
M Island cruise & swimming Day 24: Dubrovnik to Zadar. Move up the Dalmatian coast, stopping in beautiful Split & travelling on to Zadar. (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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Day 25: Zadar to Vienna. Take off from the seaside city & head on through Slovenia to Austria’s cultural capital, Vienna. (B)
famous Oktoberfest. Indulging in beer, bratwurst & sauerkraut while you’re here is a must. (B) Entry into the Mauthausen Memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
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Day 28: Munich to Lucerne. Leave the festive capital of Bavaria behind, cross through tiny Liechtenstein & arrive in the magical Swiss Alps. (B,D) Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz M Journey to the top of the Swiss Alps
Day 26: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander this picture book city & its wealth of music, cafés, parks, architecture & of course, strudel! (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St.Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road M Mozart & Strauss concert & dinner
Day 29: Lucerne. Be amazed by the alpine beauty of this lake town as you wander the cobbled streets & shop for watches, chocolate & Swiss Army knives. (B) See the wooden Chapel Bridge View the Lion Monument
Day 27: Vienna to Munich. Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial en route to Munich, home of the
Day 30: Lucerne to Rhine Valley. Follow the river Rhine past the Black Forest to a valley full of castles & vineyards. (B,D)
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• See the Lorelei Rock • Learn how beer steins are crafted Day 31: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next we head to the Netherlands & on to the cool, vibrant, free-wheeling city of Amsterdam. (B,D) See the canals, gable houses & the city by night
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Day 32: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills out to the scenic town of Edam, world-famous for its namesake cheese. Then check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house M Evening canal boat cruise
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Day 33: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
G
Greece
AEGEAN SEA
DISCOVERY PLUS
GREECE CORINTH CANAL
1
ATHENS
SNAPSHOT
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBHE
32
Start
Finish
Total Amsterdam Cost
London or Paris
or London
A$ pp*
May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul
EUROPEAN EXPLORER
Start
Finish
Total Amsterdam Cost
London or Paris
or London
A$ pp*
2016
2016
4 MYKONOS
Places visited Nightstops
HOW MUCH & WHEN
1 15 29 12 19 26 3
Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug
2 16 30 14 21 28 4
7845 8045 8045 8045 8045 8045 8285
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
10 Aug 24 Aug 7 Sep 21 Sep 28 ● Sep 4 ● Oct
8285 8285 8285 8045 8045 8045
11 25 8 22 29 6
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 31 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, 1 night on board a ferry
47
INCLUDED MEALS
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
+ MYKONOS ISLAND OPTION
Mykonos Town
33 DAYS 17 COUNTRIES FROM A$7845 PP* A$238 P/DAY*
Single room supplement of A$2465 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$825. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
For more ways to save see p.26.
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 16: Athens to Mykonos. Sightsee the ancient wonders of this bustling city before ferrying to Mykonos for some sun & good times. Enjoy a tasty local dinner tonight & if you’re up for it, head to a local spot for some partying. (B) See the first modern Olympic Stadium in Athens M Mykonos night tour
32 continental breakfasts (B), 15 three-course dinners (D)
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cosmopolitan atmosphere & vibrant party culture. Wander through the tiny streets & whitewashed cube houses in this picture-perfect Cycladic paradise. (B,D)(B)(B,D) Visit Mykonos Town See traditional Cycladic-style houses M Tour of Delos Island
Days 17 - 19: Mykonos. Hang out on the island famous for its azure seas, golden beaches,
Day 20: Mykonos to Preveza . We head back to Greece’s mainland, then make our way through the mountains to Preveza. (B,D)
18 World Heritage sites visited
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Athens
AEGEAN SEA
GREECE
Mykonos
1
DISCOVERY PLUS
Kusadasi Patmos
TURKEY
Santorini
Places visited Nightstops
Rhodes
EUROPEAN EXPLORER + GREEK ISLAND CRUISE OPTION
Santorini
33 DAYS 18 COUNTRIES FROM A$7885 PP* A$239 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$800. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
Day 17: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi. Stop by the resort town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar. Later on, relax on the beach or in a local taverna on the friendly, unspoilt island of Patmos. (B,L,D) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos M Guided tour of the Monastery of St. John
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Day 18: Cruising to Rhodes. Spend the day exploring pristine beaches, medieval towns & cool little shops. (B,L,D)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BHEC Start
Finish
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
Trip A$ pp*
On or above deck A$ pp*
Total Cost A$ pp*
7575 7775 7775 7775 7775 7775 8005 8005 8005 8005 7775 7775 7775
310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310
7885 8085 8085 8085 8085 8085 8315 8315 8315 8315 8085 8085 8085
2016
Crete
Day 16: Athens to Mykonos. Board your ship & we cruise to the Aegean paradise of Mykonos. Hang out on this island famous for its golden beaches & vibrant party culture. (B,L,D)
SNAPSHOT
HOW MUCH & WHEN
• See the fortified town of Rhodes Day 19: Cruising to Santorini via Crete. Drop by Crete en route to Santorini famous for its blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breath taking natural scenery. (B,L,D) Visit the town of Heraklion on Crete See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini Visit Santorini’s main town of Fira M Guided tour of the Minoan Palace
May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
1 Jun 15 Jun 29 Jun 12 Jul 19 Jul 26 Jul 3 Aug 10 Aug 24 Aug 7 Sep 21 Sep 28 ● Sep 4 ● Oct
2 16 30 14 21 28 4 11 25 8 22 29 6
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NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 27 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation, 4 nights on board a cruise ship, 1 night on board a ferry
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INCLUDED MEALS 32 continental breakfasts (B), 4 lunches (L), 17 three-course dinners (D)
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Single room supplement of A$2345 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26.
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions. 20 World Heritage sites visited
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Day 20: Santorini to Preveza. After sightseeing, it’s back to the mainland & through the mountains to Preveza. (B,D) See the first modern Olympic Stadium in Athens
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SHIMMY YOUR WAY THROUGH EUROPE ENJOYING ALL THE SIGHTS AND EXHILARATING LATE NIGHTS. NEVER A DULL MOMENT ON A HIGH ENERGY TRIP, MADE ESPECIALLY FOR THE 24-HOUR TRAVELLER. INCLUDED • A Trip Manager, Driver and access to a network of Local Guides who know Europe’s historical sites, party scene and everything in between • Themed nights and parties at Contiki-only bars and nightclubs, and a constantly high vibe experience • Stays at our Contiki Villages and Special Stopovers, including our very own French Château, Swiss Chalet and Austrian Gasthof to name a few exclusive to High Energy trips • Local Guides to steer you through epic adventures and cultural highlights • Comfy transport to see you resting or socialising as you make your way from A to B. Our coaches have powerpoints, on-board WiFi, movies and a killer sound system • Breakfast every day and On-site Cooks at our Contiki Villages (who are ready to whip local ingredients into the fuel you need to kick on) • Free time to choose ME Time optionals, do some DIY exploring or party up a storm with your new wolf pack • Free hotel and hostel upgrades on most trips • Centrally located hotels and hostels and our exclusive Special Stopovers and Cabins. Check them out yourself! Château de Cruix, Chalet Jungfrau, Generator Hostel (Barcelona), Plus Berlin Hostel, Wombats Hostel (Budapest), Park Hotel (Ljubljana)… the list goes on!
WAYS TO STAY SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS PLUS HOTEL & HOSTEL UPGRADES From A$158 per day
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Watch at contiki.com/watch-high-energy
Stay connected with WiFi at many High Energy overnights.
13 TRIPS FROM 10 TO 45 DAYS
Mykonos
OUR TRIPS European Horizon .................................................p.66
European Contrasts + Corfu & Sailing options ..................................p.76
London to Rome ....................................................p.80
European Highlights ............................................p.68 European Whirl .......................................................p.70
London to Athens..................................................p.78
Ultimate European + Egypt option ..... p.84-87
European Experience ......................................... p.72
London to Athens + Greek Island Adventurer................................p.80
Ultimate European + Greek Island option.................................. p.84-87
European Escapade .............................................p.74
European Adventurer..........................................p.81
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EUROPEAN HORIZON 10 DAYS A$1635 A$164
NETHERLANDS
1 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Dover Calais
P/DAY*
PARIS 2
BELGIUM
St Goar
GERMANY
FRANCE
MUNICH 1
Burgundy Region SWITZ Lucerne
6 World Heritage sites visited 1
1
Paris
RHINE 1 VALLEY
London
Valley of the Somme
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$159. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #EUHORIZON
NORTH SEA
ENGLISH CHANNEL
FROM
PP*
HIGH ENERGY
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
2 SWISS ALPS
TYROL 1 Brenner Pass
Lake Como
1 VENICE ITALY
AUSTRIA
SNAPSHOT
BELGIUM*/NETHERLANDS/GERMANY AUSTRIA/ITALY/SWITZERLAND/FRANCE ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night M Canal boat cruise & drinks
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Day 2: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley. Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, canals & cool cafés. Next, stop in the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) Stunning drive along the river Rhine
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Day 3: Rhine Valley to Munich. Head south to Munich, home of the iconic Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) Learn how beer steins are crafted See the Lorelei Rock See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 4: Munich to Austrian Tyrol. Be wowed by stunning alpine scenery en route to a quaint Tyrolean village. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports M Whitewater rafting adventure
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Day 5: Austrian Tyrol to Venice. Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to Italy. Meander through the ‘floating city’ & find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & interesting little shops. Contiki Village (B)
9 * IN TRANSIT
Special Stopovers: 1 night in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet 1 night in a Contiki Village Cabin & 4 nights hotel upgrade, 1 night in a hostel
HOW MUCH & WHEN
• Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace
& St. Mark’s Square M Gondola ride along the canals
Day 6: Venice to Swiss Alps. Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como & stop for Swiss chocolate in lakeside Lucerne before reaching our incredible stopover in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 7: Swiss Alps. Chill in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover M Cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain Day 8: Swiss Alps to Paris. Pass through the vineyards of Burgundy to the “City of Lights”. Hotel (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 9: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history among the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Visit a French perfumery M Cabaret show & glass of champagne
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Day 10: Depart Paris. Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCEH Start
Finish
Trip
London or Amsterdam
Paris or London
A$ pp*
Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
1395 1395 1449 1449 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1599 1599 1599 1599 1599 1599 1599 1599 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505 1505
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240
1635 1635 1689 1689 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1839 1839 1839 1839 1839 1839 1839 1839 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745 1745
2016 Apr Apr May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
9 20 4 14 19 23 29 31 4 7 11 14 17 20 23 26 27 30 3 4 12 16 21 28 3 10 17 20 25 27 1 4 6 9 15 ●
18 29 13 23 28 1 7 9 13 16 20 23 26 29 2 5 6 9 12 13 21 25 30 6 12 19 26 29 3 5 10 13 15 18 24
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● This trip will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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INCLUDED MEALS 9 breakfasts (B), 6 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Private boat ride through the islands of Venice • Indulge in a traditional Swiss cheese fondue • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with champagne & escargot • Our legendary party nights Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Guided Tyrol bike tour M Wine tasting in St Goar M Gondola ride in Venice M Parisian dinner See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE If you fancy a sweat treat while in Paris head to Île Saint-Louis to one of the famous ice cream shops. Berthillon is said to be the best in Paris, grab a scoop if you’re nearby!
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#NOREGRETS The best way to sample a lot of countries in a short space of time! Late nights and early mornings featuring awesome people who became my family, the best tour team (Scotty and Gaz!) and all round amazing experiences. Kelly (contiki.com/reviews)
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EUROPEAN HIGHLIGHTS 14 DAYS
HIGH ENERGY
NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND London
FROM
Dover
PP*
Calais
P/DAY*
A$2275 A$163
St Goar
BELGIUM
1 RHINE VALLEY
ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$219. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Dachau
2 PARIS
MUNICH 1
FRANCE
Fontainebleau Burgundy Region
#EUHIGHLIGHTS
AUSTRIA
Tyrol Beaujolais Region
11 World Heritage sites visited 1
1
Brenner Pass
CHÂTEAU 1 DE CRUIX
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
ITALY
VENICE 1 Apennine Mountains
Pisa
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Venice
GERMANY
1 FLORENCE ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
2 ROME
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/MONACO/ITALY/VATICAN CITY AUSTRIA*/GERMANY/NETHERLANDS BELGIUM*
13
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS
* IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) M Cabaret show & glass of champagne Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region. Travel through Burgundy’s wine country & the Beaujolais vineyards to Contiki’s very own 16th Century château. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See Château Fontainebleau See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera . Travel through the region of Provence, before arriving in the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 5: French Riviera . Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the pebble beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco & Monte Carlo! Contiki Village (B,D) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 6: French Riviera to Florence. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. Contiki Village (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 7: Florence to Rome. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities & then it’s on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence
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leather demo • Florentine Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, • See Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum in Rome Day 8: Rome. Tap into the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums & the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums
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Day 9: Rome to Venice. Criss-cross the Apennine Mountains past the city of Bologna & on to enchanting Venice. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square M Gondola ride along the canals
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Day 10: Venice to Munich. Today we wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to lively Munich, festive home of iconic Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 11: Munich to Rhine Valley. Stop at the sobering Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial before following the river through the vineyards of the Rhine Valley. Hotel (B,D) Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted M Wine tasting in a historic cellar
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Day 12: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam for endless good times, cool locals & fun. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
• •
Day 13: Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) M Farewell dinner Day 14: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Special Stopovers: 1 night in Contiki’s French Château 6 nights in Contiki Village Cabins & 5 nights hotel upgrade 1 night in a hostel
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCPE Start
Finish
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
Trip A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
3 13 20 24 30 4 11 14 18 21 23 25 28 30 1 4 8 10 11 12 15 18 22 25 26 29 30 3 6 8 10 13 18 20 21 23 24 25 27 31 3 5 7 11 17 24 28 31 5 6 7 9 ● 10 ● 11 ● 14 ● 16 ●
Apr Apr May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
16 26 3 7 13 17 24 27 31 3 5 7 10 12 14 17 21 23 24 25 28 1 5 8 9 12 13 16 19 21 23 26 31 2 3 5 6 7 9 13 16 18 20 24 30 6 10 13 18 19 20 22 23 24 27 29
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340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340
2275 2275 2275 2275 2275 2329 2329 2329 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2395 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2539 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178.
No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:00pm in London. ● This trip will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179
Contiki’s Château de Cruix
INCLUDED MEALS 13 breakfasts (B), 7 dinners (D)
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The European Highlights trip was amazing. It is a perfect way to see all the major attractions you always dream about. The road crew make the massive cities like Paris and Rome instantly familiar and are super happy to help and point places out.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with champagne & escargot • Sample local wine at Contiki’s Château • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Discover Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Pay tribute at Dachau • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike • Our legendary party nights Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Indulge in local food & wine at a Tuscan feast M Amsterdam canal cruise See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Try some unforgettable gelato in Venice. Get off the beaten track & head on over to La Boutique dei Gelato for our favourite Italian treat.
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Kara (contiki.com/reviews)
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EUROPEAN WHIRL
HIGH ENERGY NETHERLANDS Edam
BERLIN
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Ruhr Valley
London Dover
PP*
2 PRAGUE
GERMANY Valley of the Somme
P/DAY*
CZECH REP
2 PARIS
MUNICH 1
AUSTRIA
Burgundy Region
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$279. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #EUWHIRL
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
FROM
A$2895 A$161
Dresden Calais
18 DAYS
1 TYROL
SWITZ FRANCE
10 World Heritage sites visited
1
1
SWISS 2 ALPS
Brenner Pass Lake Como
2 VENICE
Places visited Nightstops FLORENCE 1 Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special StopoverMEDITERRANEAN night SEA
Apennine Mountains
ITALY
Vatican City
Berlin
2
ADRIATIC SEA
2 ROME
SNAPSHOT
BELGIUM*/NETHERLANDS/GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC/AUSTRIA/ITALY VATICAN CITY/SWITZERLAND/FRANCE ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start London or Amsterdam. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Amsterdam). Ferry across the English Channel & head to the freewheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam via Belgium. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 2: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in scenic Edam, famous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out museums, trendy cafés & nightclubs. Hotel (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house M Evening canal boat cruise
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Day 3: Amsterdam to Berlin. Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding arts, bar & club scene. Hostel (B,D) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building
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Day 4: Berlin. Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. Hostel (B) Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Locally guided walking tour of historic Berlin
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Day 5: Berlin to Prague. Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever-modernising hub of Eastern European revival. Hostel (B) Visit Dresden, destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’ See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square in Prague
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See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals Day 11: Venice to Rome. Leave enchanting Venice & criss-cross the Apennine Mountains on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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Day 12: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Forum
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Day 13: Rome to Florence. Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 14: Florence to Swiss Alps. Catch a glimpse of magical Lake Como & stop for chocolate in lakeside Lucerne before heading further into the Swiss Alps. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne
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Day 15: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world when you opt in for a cog railway ride up the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover
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Day 16: Swiss Alps to Paris. Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the glittering “City of Lights.” Hotel (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
Day 6: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. Hostel (B) Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
Day 17: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history among the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) Visit a French perfumery M Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne
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Day 7: Prague to Munich. Back to Germany & into Munich, the festive home of the Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 8: Munich to Austrian Tyrol. Be wowed by stunning alpine scenery en route to a quaint Tyrolean village. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
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Day 18: Depart Paris. Morning transfer to Paris CDG Airport (est arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
17
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS * IN TRANSIT
Special Stopovers: 1 night in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 5 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, & 4 nights hotel upgrade, 5 nights in hostels
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCEW Start
Finish
Trip
London or Amsterdam
Paris or London
A$ pp*
Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
2445 2445 2445 2515 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2609 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2645 2645 2645 2645 2645 2645 2645 2645 2645 2645 2645
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450 450
2895 2895 2895 2965 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3059 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3245 3095 3095 3095 3095 3095 3095 3095 3095 3095 3095 3095
2016 Apr Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
5 16 24 3 15 17 26 29 5 8 11 12 14 16 17 19 24 27 30 3 5 7 10 14 16 17 20 24 27 29 1 4 8 15 18 21 25 28 30 5 9 12 ● 13 ● 15 ●
22 3 11 20 1 3 12 15 22 25 28 29 1 3 4 6 11 14 17 20 22 24 27 31 2 3 6 10 13 15 18 21 25 1 4 7 11 14 16 22 26 29 30 2
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178.
No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 10:00am at Paris CDG Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● This trip will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.
For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
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Day 10: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square
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INCLUDED MEALS 17 breakfasts (B), 8 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike through cheese-making Edam • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Discover Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Exclusive ‘Paris by night’ sightseeing tour with champagne & escargot • Let the good times roll – chill at our legendary party nights Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Mountain bike adventure in the Tyrol M Guided walking tour in Venice See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
For travel insurance see p.179
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Day 9: Austrian Tyrol to Venice. Plunge in for an exhilarating optional whitewater rafting adventure. Then wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to fairytale Venice. Contiki Village (B,D) Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles M Whitewater rafting adventure
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LOCAL CULTURE
High energy is definitely a good way to describe the trip! It was honestly the best three weeks of my life and I’d encourage anybody to do it - I’d do it all over again in a heartbeat if I could.
Try I Due Fratellini. This hole in the wall (literally) offers Florence’s best lunch on the go & some local Italian treats you’ll love. Think sandwiches for 2-3 euros & glasses of wine on wooden racks. Bellisimo.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ WHIRL
Goisy (contiki.com/reviews)
EUROPE 2016/17
71
EUROPEAN EXPERIENCE
HIGH ENERGY
NORTH SEA
20 DAYS
NETHERLANDS
Edam ENGLAND
FROM
PP*
A$3155 A$158
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$299. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
2 AMSTERDAM
London Dover Calais
BELGIUM
GERMANY
1 RHINE VALLEY
St Goar
ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme
Heidelberg Dachau
2 PARIS
#EUEXPERIENCE
Fontainebleau
1 MUNICH
FRANCE
Burgundy Region SWITZ Beaujolais Region
CHÂTEAU 2 DE CRUIX
SWISS 2 ALPS
Liechtenstein Lucerne
2 TYROL AUSTRIA
Brenner Pass
VENICE 2 ITALY
11 World Heritage sites visited 1
1
Florence
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
Pisa
FRENCH 1 RIVIERA
2 FLORENCE
Monaco ADRIATIC SEA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA Vatican City
2 ROME
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/MONACO/ITALY/VATICAN CITY AUSTRIA/GERMANY/LIECHTENSTEIN SWITZERLAND/NETHERLANDS/BELGIUM*
19
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS * IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights”. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCMX
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Day 2: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) M Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region. Travel through Burgundy’s wine country & the Beaujolais vineyards to Contiki’s very own 16th Century château. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See Château Fontainebleau See Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region. Relax at the Contiki Château & immerse yourself in the rural French countryside on a scenic walk & picnic. (B,PL,D) Contiki Special Stopover Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera. Travel through France’s charmingly rustic Provence region to the glamorous French Riviera. Tonight, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! Contiki Village (B) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 6: French Riviera to Florence. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Renaissance Florence. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 7: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demo M Entry to one of the largest nightclubs in Florence plus one drink
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Day 8: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria’s pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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Day 9: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum
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Day 10: Rome to Venice. Say ‘arriverderci’ to Rome & take in the view en route to the canals & gondolas of Venice. Contiki Village (B,D)
Day 11: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” alleyways & canals to find charming piazzas, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Hidden Venice guided walking tour
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Day 12: Venice to Austrian Tyrol. Wind through the Austrian Alps via the Brenner Pass to a quaint Tyrolean village. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Scenic drive past vineyards, orchards & castles M Whitewater rafting adventure
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Day 13: Austrian Tyrol. Choose your own adventure in the mountains of Tyrol – take a hike or choose one of the exhilarating activities on offer including paragliding & mountain biking. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
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Day 14: Austrian Tyrol to Munich. Stop at sobering Dachau Concentration Camp before reaching lively Munich, home to Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 15: Munich to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne for chocolate, before reaching our incredible Contiki stopover in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 16: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. Feel like you’re on top of the world & opt in for a cog railway ride up the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover M Cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain Day 17: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley. Move on through Heidelberg to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted M Wine tasting in an historic cellar
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Start
Finish
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
A$ pp*
Trip
Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
2635 2635 2635 2635 2709 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2805 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2995 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520
3155 3155 3155 3155 3229 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3325 3515 3515 3515 3515 3515 3515 3515 3515 3515 3515 3515 3365 3365 3365 3365 3365 3365 3365 3365 3365
2016 Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
4 18 25 29 9 16 19 25 27 2 6 8 10 13 16 20 22 24 27 29 1 4 8 11 14 17 22 25 28 1 8 11 15 22 29 3 5 ● 9 ● 12 ● 14 ●
23 7 14 18 28 4 7 13 15 21 25 27 29 2 5 9 11 13 16 18 20 23 27 30 2 5 10 13 16 20 27 30 3 10 17 22 24 28 1 3
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178.
No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● This trip will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179
INCLUDED MEALS 19 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 12 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour with champagne & escargot • French countryside picnic • Sample local wine at Contiki’s Château • Discover Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Pay tribute at Dachau • Indulge in Swiss fondue • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS Parisian dinner Gondola ride in Venice Mike’s Bike Tours, Munich Tandem paragliding & mountain biking in the Tyrol See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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Day 20: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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M M M M
Day 18: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next it’s on to the Netherlands & the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night Day 19: Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) M Evening canal boat cruise
Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 7 nights in Contiki Village Cabins & 5 nights hotel upgrade, 1 night in a hostel
The best 20 days of my life! The people were great and it was a really good experience. You get a lot of free time to do what you want do and see what you want and really get a chance to experience every city.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ EXPERIENCE
Isra (contiki.com/reviews)
EUROPE 2016/17
73
EUROPEAN ESCAPADE
NORTH SEA
HIGH ENERGY
NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY
London
25 DAYS PP*
A$3995 A$160
Calais
ENGLISH CHANNEL
BELGIUM
St Goar
Valley of the Somme
Heidelberg
2 PARIS
Mauthausen
MUNICH 1
Fontainebleau
FROM
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover
Burgundy Region
P/DAY*
SWITZ FRANCE
SWISS 2 ALPS
CHÂTEAU 2 DE CRUIX
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$380. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #EUESCAPADE
Lucerne
15 World Heritage sites visited
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Pisa
1
1
2 VENICE 2 FLORENCE
Monaco ADRIATIC SEA
2 ROME
SPAIN
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
AUSTRIA
Dolomite Mountains ITALY
Arles
Pyrenees Mountains
2 VIENNA
2 TYROL
Liechtenstein
2 BARCELONA
Vatican City
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Barcelona
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/SPAIN/MONACO/ITALY/VATICAN CITY/AUSTRIA/GERMANY/LIECHTENSTEIN SWITZERLAND/NETHERLANDS/BELGIUM*
24
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS
* IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the Channel to Paris. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCBE
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Day 2: Paris. Soak up sophisticated Paris, indulge in this magical city & its legendary icons. Hotel (B) Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region. Travel through wine country to Contiki’s very own 16th Century Château. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See Château Fontainebleau See Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region. Relax at our Château & enjoy a scenic walk & picnic. (B,PL,D) Contiki Special Stopover Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona. Head through the Pyrénées to Barcelona. Hostel (B,D) Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 14: Venice. Meander through alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & markets. Contiki Village (B) See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals
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Day 15: Venice to Vienna. Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna. Hostel (B) Day 16: Vienna. Experience Viennese culture on a morning tour, then wander the city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, architecture & of course, strudel! Hostel (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road M Schnaps Museum visit & tasting
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Day 17: Vienna to Munich. Today we head to Munich, the home of Oktoberfest. On the way this morning we make a sobering stop at Mauthausen Concentration Camp. Then later, explore the sights or head to one of the city’s beer halls for a taste of their famous drop. Hostel (B) Visit the Mauthausen Memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 18: Munich to Austrian Tyrol. Leave the festive capital of Bavaria behind to travel to the Austrian Tyrol, with its all-round adrenaline rush. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Whitewater rafting adventure
Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera. Travel via Provence to Arles en route to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
Day 19: Austrian Tyrol. Choose your own adventure in the mountains of Tyrol – take a hike or choose one of the exhilarating activities on offer including paragliding & mountain biking. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover
Day 6: Barcelona. Sightsee the city, then tonight feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! Hostel (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex M Flamenco show with tapas & drinks
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Day 8: French Riviera. Explore markets, shop upscale boutiques & sun seek on the beach. Rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monte Carlo! Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 9: French Riviera to Florence. Check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder on the way to Florence. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 10: Florence. Discover the inside info on striking buildings & sacred art before some free time. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Entry into one of the largest nightclubs in Florence plus one drink
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Day 11: Florence to Rome. Pass through Umbria’s rolling hills to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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Day 12: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the ‘Eternal City’ & explore this living museum. There’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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Day 13: Rome to Venice. Say ‘arriverderci’ to Rome, and take in the view en route to the canals & gondolas of Venice. Contiki Village (B,D)
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Day 20: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before reaching our incredible Contiki stopover in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 21: Swiss Alps. Chill in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Cog railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain
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Day 22: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley. Move on to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
Start
Finish
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
A$ pp*
Trip
Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
3315 3315 3315 3315 3419 3419 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3555 3805 3805 3805 3805 3805 3805 3805 3805 3805 3805 3615 3615 3615 3615 3615 3615 3615 3615
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680 680
3995 3995 3995 3995 4099 4099 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4235 4485 4485 4485 4485 4485 4485 4485 4485 4485 4485 4295 4295 4295 4295 4295 4295 4295 4295
2016 Mar Apr Apr Apr May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep
28 11 22 28 4 10 16 18 26 28 3 5 7 9 13 15 21 23 25 27 30 3 6 9 11 15 21 23 27 2 8 14 20 26 1 ● 4 ● 7 ● 10 ● 12 ●
21 5 16 22 28 3 9 11 19 21 27 29 1 3 7 9 15 17 19 21 24 27 30 2 4 8 14 16 20 26 1 7 13 19 25 28 1 4 6
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178.
No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Day 23: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next it’s on to the Netherlands & the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
INCLUDED MEALS 24 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 15 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour with champagne & escargot • Enjoy baguettes & brie on a French picnic • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Pay tribute at the Mauthausen Memorial • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike through cheese-making Edam Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Cabaret show in Paris M Tour the Roman Forum & Colosseum M Mike’s Bike Tours in Munich M Tandem paragliding & mountain biking in the Tyrol See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE
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Day 25: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.
• • •
Day 24: Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) M Evening canal boat cruise
Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, & 5 nights hotel upgrade, 5 nights in hostels
This was my first ever contiki trip and it was absolutely amazing! I enjoyed it so much and met some amazing people, who at first are just strangers and by the end you become one big family.
Take an Amsterdam canal cruise, grab your loved one & kiss under the Skinny Bridge. If the tale is true, you’ll be together forever!
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ ESCAPADE
Jadey96 (contiki.com/reviews)
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EUROPEAN CONTRASTS Dover
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$500. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #EUCONTRASTS
2 AMSTERDAM
GERMANY
London
FROM
PP*
NETHERLANDS Edam
ENGLAND
29 DAYS A$4615 A$160
HIGH ENERGY
Calais BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
St Goar
1 RHINE VALLEY 2 PRAGUE
Valley of the Somme
Cesky Krumlov
2 PARIS FRANCE
1 MUNICH
Fontainebleau SWITZ Beaujolais Region
SWISS 2 ALPS
2 VIENNA
1 AUSTRIA TYROL
Burgundy Region
CHÂTEAU 2 DE CRUIX
CZECH REP
Heidelberg
Liechtenstein Dolomite Lucerne Mountains
17 World Heritage sites visited
VENICE 2
1
Pisa
FRENCH 2 RIVIERA
2 FLORENCE ITALY ADRIATIC SEA 1
Vatican City
2 ROME
1
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Monaco
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
Mt Vesuvius Pompeii Bari GREECE
1
3 CORFU
CORFU RESORT OR SAILING OPTION
Prague
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/MONACO/ITALY/VATICAN CITY GREECE/AUSTRIA/CZECH REPUBLIC GERMANY/LIECHTENSTEIN/SWITZERLAND NETHERLANDS/BELGIUM*
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NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 1 night in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, & 8 nights hotel upgrade, 5 nights in hostels, 2 nights on board ferries
*IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel & on to France. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCSER
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Day 2: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. Hotel (B) M Parisian cabaret show & glass of champagne Day 3: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region. Travel through wine country to Contiki’s very own 16th Century Château. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 4: Beaujolais Wine Region. Relax at the château & enjoy a scenic walk & picnic. (B,PL,D) Contiki Special Stopover French picnic lunch
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Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region to French Riviera. Travel through Provence to the glamorous French Riviera. Rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! Contiki Village (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur Visit Monaco & see the Royal Palace Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 6: French Riviera. Today, sun worship on the beach & practise celebrity spotting. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 7: French Riviera to Florence. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 8: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. Later, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 9: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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Day 10: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to tour the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Rome of the Gladiators and Emperors inc. Colosseum entry
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Day 11: Rome to Corfu. Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Adriatic Ferry (B) Days 12 - 14: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this island paradise. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B,D) M Captain’s cruise of Corfu Day 15: Corfu to Italy. Cruise along the Adriatic Coast back to Italy. Adriatic Ferry (B) Day 16: Arrive Venice. It’s on to the magical floating city of Venice. Contiki Village (B)
Day 17: Venice. Meander through the tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & markets. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square M Gondola ride along the canals
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Day 18: Venice to Vienna. Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Vienna. Hostel (B) M Mozart & Strauss classical music concert Day 19: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander the city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! Hostel (B) Scenic drive along the historic ring road See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House
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Day 20: Vienna to Prague. Stop at the World Heritage town of Český Krumlov as you travel to Prague, the “City of a Thousand Spires”. Hostel (B,D) Visit the medieval town of Český Krumlov
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Day 21: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, beer & Bohemian crystal. Hostel (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
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Day 22: Prague to Munich. Head to Germany & into Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 23: Munich to Austrian Tyrol. Experience the stunning alpine scenery as we head to the cool Tyrolean village of Hopfgarten. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Day 24: Austrian Tyrol to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne before reaching the incredible Swiss Alps. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 25: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in the breathtaking Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up to the snow-covered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Day 26: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley. Move on through Heidelberg, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock
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Day 27: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next it’s in to the Netherlands & on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 28: Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s museums, trendy cafés & fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 29: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Start
Finish
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
A$ pp*
Trip
May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
3835 3835 3939 4285 4285 4285 4285 4285 4285 4285 4285 4535 4535 4535 4535 4535 4535 4535 4535 4535 4345 4345 4345 4345 4345 4345 4345 4345
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780
4615 4615 4719 5065 5065 5065 5065 5065 5065 5065 5065 5315 5315 5315 5315 5315 5315 5315 5315 5315 5125 5125 5125 5125 5125 5125 5125 5125
2016 Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
14 22 2 17 20 22 31 3 12 15 18 1 3 5 7 9 15 21 27 6 12 14 20 24 27 ● 1 ● 3 ● 7 ●
12 20 30 14 17 19 28 1 10 13 16 29 31 2 4 6 12 18 24 3 9 11 17 21 24 29 1 5
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCSES Start
Finish
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
A$ pp*
Trip
Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
4749 4749 4749 4749 4749 4749 5005 5005 4819 4819
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780 780
5529 5529 5529 5529 5529 5529 5785 5785 5599 5599
2016 May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug
17 20 31 3 15 18 5 9 24 27 ●
14 17 28 1 13 16 2 6 21 24
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.
CORFU
DAYS 12-14
SAILING OPTION Why not try your hand at sailing European-style on a flotilla? Catch some rays, swim & get hands-on as you help out while cruising the waves in gorgeous Greece on your private yacht. Multi-share accommodation. Yacht (B,L)(B,L)(B,L) Trip code: CCSES See p.146 for more info & price panel for departure dates & prices. Visit contiki.com/contrasts-sailing
I highly recommend this trip to anyone wanting to get a taste of Western Europe, the essence of travel, and the cultures of 10+ different countries. Trip of a lifetime.
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INCLUDED MEALS (RESORT OPTION) 28 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 15 dinners (D)
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INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 28 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 3 lunches (L), 13 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour with champagne & escargot • Enjoy a French picnic lunch • Discover Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Private boat to Venice • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Indulge at a Tuscan feast M Locally guided bike tour of Munich See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ CONTRASTS
gilly11 (contiki.com/reviews)
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LONDON TO ATHENS
HIGH ENERGY
ENGLAND London
21 DAYS
Dover
Calais
FROM
PP*
A$3785 A$181
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$350. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Valley of the Somme
3 PARIS Versailles Burgundy Region FRANCE
Beaujolais Region
CHÂTEAU 2 DE CRUIX
#LONDONTOATHENS
VENICE 2 Apennine Mountains Pisa
Arles
Pyrenees Mountains
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
ITALY ADRIATIC SEA
SPAIN
BARCELONA 2
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
13 World Heritage sites visited
2 FLORENCE
Monaco
Vatican City
2 ROME
1
1
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Special Stopover night
Mt Vesuvius
Pompeii
Bari
1
GREECE
3 CORFU Corinth Canal
IONIAN SEA
Barcelona
1 ATHENS
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/SPAIN/MONACO/ITALY VATICAN CITY/GREECE
20
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCLG
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Days 2 - 3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the illustrious Palace of Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. Hotel (B,D)(B) See the Palace of Versailles (entry not included) M Cabaret show & glass of champagne
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Day 4: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region. Wind through Burgundy’s wine country to reach Contiki’s very own 16th Century château nestled in the Beaujolais vineyards. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region. Relax at the Contiki Château & immerse yourself in the French countryside on a scenic walk & picnic. (B,PL,D) Contiki Special Stopover French picnic lunch
•
Day 6: Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona . Head to southern France, through the majestic Pyrénées Mountains, on to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona. Hostel (B,D) Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
•
Day 7: Barcelona . See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! Hostel (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex M Flamenco dance show with tapas & drinks
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Day 13: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration
• •
Day 14: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria’s pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
• •
Day 15: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Contiki Village (B,D) M Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Forum Day 16: Rome to Corfu. Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross southern Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B) M Guided tour of Pompeii Days 17 - 19: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into some water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. Hotel (B,D)(B)(B,D) M Water sports including parasailing Day 20: Corfu to Athens. Leave the island & travel across the impressive Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. Hotel (B) M Dinner in the famous Plaka area Day 21: End Athens. After visiting the ancient sites, it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide See the first modern Olympic Stadium
• •
Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera . Travel through the rustic region of Provence to Arles, once home to Vincent van Gogh. Then onward to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
• •
Day 9: French Riviera . Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! Contiki Village (B,D) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
Finish
Trip
London or Paris
Athens
A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600 600
3785 3895 3895 3895 3895 3895 3895 3895 3895 3895 3895 3895 4125 4125 4125 4125 4125 4125 4125 4125 3945 3945 3945 3945
2016 May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep
1 15 29 4 7 12 16 18 21 23 26 30 3 10 15 18 24 31 2 7 16 21 28 1
May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
21 4 18 24 27 2 6 8 11 13 16 20 23 30 4 7 13 20 22 27 5 10 17 21
3185 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3295 3525 3525 3525 3525 3525 3525 3525 3525 3345 3345 3345 3345
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am London or 5:00pm Paris & ends approx. 12:00noon in Athens. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. Note: On some departures, the itinerary may change due to sudden alterations to the Italian/Greek Ferry schedule.
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INCLUDED MEALS 20 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 12 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour with champagne & escargot • Wine tasting at Contiki’s Château • Explore Barcelona’s backstreets & Gothic Quarter • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Private boat through the canals of Venice • Discover Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
• •
ME TIME OPTIONS
Day 10: French Riviera to Venice. Journey your way through the network of tunnels & bridges this morning taking in the sights of the Liguria, Lombardia & the Veneto regions. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery
M Guided city walking tour in Venice M Captain’s cruise of Corfu See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
•
Day 11: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals M Gondola ride along the canals
LOCAL CULTURE Visit Tibidabo in Barcelona. It’s the tallest mountain in the Serra de Collserola & offers the best views of the city & coastline – get instagramming!
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Day 12: Venice to Florence. Travel through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & check out its architectural wonder before rolling through the Tuscan hillsides to Renaissance Florence. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Start
Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 8 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, 7 nights hotel upgrade, 2 nights in hostels, 1 night on board a ferry
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ LONDON-ATHENS
Contiki Village Rome
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SNAPSHOT
HOW MUCH & WHEN
HIGH ENERGY
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCLR
15
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS
Start
Finish
Trip
London or Paris
Rome
A$ pp*
Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 8 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, 3 nights hotel upgrade, 2 nights in hostels
2016
26
LONDON TO ROME
INCLUDED MEALS 15 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 10 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Tuscan meal M Vatican Museum tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep
Florence
16 DAYS 5 COUNTRIES FROM A$2785 PP* A$175 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$250. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
1 15 29 4 7 12 16 18 21 23 26 30 3 10 15 18 24 31 2 7 16 21 28 1
May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
16 30 13 19 22 27 1 3 6 8 11 15 18 25 30 2 8 15 17 22 31 5 12 16
2295 2385 2385 2385 2385 2385 2385 2385 2385 2385 2385 2385 2549 2549 2549 2549 2549 2549 2549 2549 2419 2419 2419 2419
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490 490
2785 2875 2875 2875 2875 2875 2875 2875 2875 2875 2875 2875 3039 3039 3039 3039 3039 3039 3039 3039 2909 2909 2909 2909
STUCK FOR TIME?
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
For travellers on a time-budget, why not jump off early & explore Rome in depth? We’ve got a shorter version of the 21-day London to Athens trip, visiting five countries in 16 days.
with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178.
No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip.
Days 1 - 15: London to Rome. See p.78 London to Athens for map, itinerary, sightseeing & ME Time optionals.
Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 7:30am in Rome.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ LONDON-ROME
Day 16: End Rome. Your trip ends after breakfast, so it’s time to swap email addresses & say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
#LONDONTOROME
For full details, see contiki.com
10 World Heritage sites visited
For more ways to save see p.26.
For travel insurance see p.179.
AEGEAN SEA
SNAPSHOT
HOW MUCH & WHEN
2 ATHENS
HIGH ENERGY
GREECE
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SUMMER 2016 CODE: LTAI
2 PAROS IOS 2 SANTORINI 2
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS
2
Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 8 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, 9 nights hotel upgrade, 2 nights in hostels, 6 nights in guesthouses, 1 night on-board a ferry
Nightstops
INCLUDED MEALS
+ GREEK ISLAND ADVENTURER
21 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 12 dinners (D)
Santorini
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
ME TIME OPTIONS
Days 1 - 21: London to Athens. Refer to London to Athens on p.78-79. In the afternoon of day 21, you will be transferred to meet your fellow travellers on our Greek Island Adventurer trip.
13 World Heritage sites visited
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ LONDON-ATHENS-GREEK
#LONDONTOATHENS
Day 22: Athens to Paros. Cruise through the Cyclades Islands to the ultra-chilled island of Paros. Tonight, you can visit Parikia & the old Venetian fortress. Guesthouse (B) Day 23: Paros. There’s the option of a caïque cruise of the nearby islands & beaches for a spot of swimming. You could also go exploring on Antiparos island, simply chill on the beach or head to Naoussa Village. Guesthouse Visit Naoussa
•
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
Day 24: Paros to Santorini. Sail to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for simple blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breath taking natural scenery. Guesthouse M Visit Oia at sunset Day 25: Santorini. There’s your chance to visit the famous black sand beach at Perissa for some swimming in this picture-perfect spot. Guesthouse M Santorini island tour Day 26: Santorini to Ios. Today we will cruise to another Greek gem, the beautiful island of Ios. Guesthouse Day 27: Ios. Spend your day relaxing & enjoy the sun, meet some locals & chill out poolside or on the
1 May 15 Jun 29 Jun 4 B Jul 7 Jul 12 Jul 18 B Jul 21 Jul 26 Jul 3 Jul 10 Aug 18 B Aug 24 Aug 31 Aug 2 Aug 7 Sep 16 Sep 21 Sep 28 Sep
29 12 26 3 5 10 17 19 24 31 7 16 21 28 30 4 13 18 25
4715 4879 4879 4929 4879 4879 4929 4879 4879 5219 5219 5269 5219 5219 5219 5219 4955 4955 4955
630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630 630
5345 5509 5509 5559 5509 5509 5559 5509 5509 5849 5849 5899 5849 5849 5849 5849 5585 5585 5585
Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, * with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided.
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$525. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
M Paros Island sailing M Perfect Paros platter
Trip A$ pp*
May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug
29 DAYS 6 COUNTRIES FROM A$5345 PP* A$185 P/DAY* INCLUSIONS
Finish Athens
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LONDON TO ATHENS
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Start London or Paris
You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. B - These departures stay one more night in Athens code: LTAIB Note: On some departures, the itinerary may change due to sudden alterations to the Italian/Greek Ferry schedule.
soft, sandy beaches. While you’re here don’t miss out on a taste of the nightlife in this ultimate party island. Guesthouse Visit Ios Town
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Day 28: Ios to Athens. Spend the day soaking up the Ios sun or strolling through the streets of the town. In the afternoon you will set sail back to mainland Greece; arriving into the mythological city of Athens late into the evening. Hotel Day 29: End Athens. The trip ends after check out. Please note: Day 29 has been designed to allow you to finish the trip without needing an extra nights accommodation.
EUROPEAN ADVENTURER NORTH SEA
HIGH ENERGY
NETHERLANDS
Edam
37 DAYS
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
Ruhr Valley
London
FROM
1 RHINE VALLEY
Dover
PP*
A$5895 A$160
P/DAY*
ENGLISH CHANNEL
Calais
BELGIUM
St Goar
Valley of the Somme
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$575. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
GERMANY
Heidelberg
MUNICH 1
3 PARIS Versailles
VIENNA 2
FRANCE Burgundy Region
SWITZ
#EUADVENTURER
2 AUSTRIA TYROL
Liechtenstein
Lucerne
SWISS 2 ALPS
CHÂTEAU 2 DE CRUIX
SLOVENIA Lake Bled
Verona
1 LJUBLJANA CROATIA 2 VENICE BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA
Apennine Mountains Pisa
Arles
Pyrenees Mountains
20 World Heritage sites visited 1
1
SPAIN
BARCELONA 2
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city Special Stopover night
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
Monaco
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
2 FLORENCE
1 ZADAR Split
ITALY
Vatican City
ROME 2
2 DUBROVNIK
ADRIATIC SEA
MONTENEGRO
Mt Vesuvius Pompeii
1 TIRANA Bari
ALBANIA GREECE
1
IONIAN SEA
1 PREVEZA Patras
Corinth Canal
1 ATHENS 3 MYKONOS
Rome
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the Channel to Paris. Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Days 2 - 3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the beautiful Palace of Versailles. Hotel (B,D)(B) See the Palace of Versailles (entry not included)
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Day 4: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region. Travel through Burgundy’s wine country to Contiki’s very own 16th Century château. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region. Relax at the Contiki Château & immerse yourself in the rural French countryside on a scenic walk & picnic. (B,PL,D) Contiki Special Stopover Day 6: Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona. Head through the majestic Pyrénées Mountains to Barcelona. Hostel (B,D) Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 7: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! Hostel (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex M Flamenco show with tapas & drinks
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Contiki Village, Rome
Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera. Travel through the charmingly rustic region of Provence to Arles. Then it’s on to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 9: French Riviera. Stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sunworship on the beach. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 10: French Riviera to Venice. Head to the Italian countryside, past the ancient maritime city of Genoa, we then take you to Verona – home of Romeo & Juliet where you’ll have the chance to visit Juliet’s Balcony. Contiki Village (B,D) See Juliet’s Balcony & the Roman Arena in Verona
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Day 11: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas
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Day 12: Venice to Florence. Snake through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & check out its architectural wonder before rolling through the Tuscan hillsides to Florence. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 13: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art
in one of Italy’s favourite cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Tuscan dinner
Days 19 - 20: Mykonos. Hang out for a few days in this Aegean paradise with its azure seas, golden beaches & young, vibrant party culture. Hotel (B)(B) Visit Mykonos Town See traditional Cycladic-style houses See the famous windmills
Day 14: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills on the road to Rome. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
Day 21: Mykonos to Preveza . Back to Greece’s mainland, we make our way through the mountains to Preveza. Hotel (B,D)
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Day 15: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums
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Day 16: Rome to Athens. Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B) Day 17: To Athens. From Patras, cross the impressive Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. Hotel (B) Day 18: Athens to Mykonos. Morning sightseeing & then this afternoon we hop aboard a ferry to the Greek island paradise of Mykonos. Hotel (B,D) See the first modern Olympic Stadium Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide
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Day 22: Preveza to Tirana. Travel into Albania & wind through the dramatic mountains & along the Adriatic coast. Hotel (B,D) Day 23: Tirana to Dubrovnik. Continue along the sparkling coastline through tiny Montenegro toward the lovely, ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. Hostel (B,D) Scenic drive along the Croatian coastline
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Day 24: Dubrovnik. Find historic buildings, modern galleries, ancient sculptures & amazing seafood in this World Heritage site. Hostel (B) See the fortified city & old port M Island cruise & swimming
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Day 25: Dubrovnik to Zadar. Move up the Dalmatian coast, stopping in beautiful Split & then travel on to Zadar. Hostel (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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Day 26: Zadar to Ljubljana . Take off from the seaside city & cruise on into Slovenia’s capital with its alternative youth & student culture. Hotel (B) See the castle & old town
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Day 27: Ljubljana to Vienna . Skirt past picture perfect Lake Bled on the road to Austria’s cultural capital, Vienna. Hostel (B) Day 28: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to wander this picture book city & encounter its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! Hostel (B) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road M Schnitzel & screams in Vienna
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Day 29: Vienna to Austrian Tyrol. Be wowed by the Austrian Alps stunning alpine scenery en route to Contiki’s own Tyrolean Gasthof. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Day 30: Austrian Tyrol. Choose your own adventure in the mountains of Tyrol – take a hike or choose one of the exhilarating activities on offer including paragliding & mountain biking. (B,D)
Contiki Special Stopover
• See this pretty mountain region famous for
Contiki Special Stopover M Cog railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain
adventure sports M Mountain bike ride & BBQ lunch
Day 31: Austrian Tyrol to Munich. Wind down out of the mountains to lively Munich, home of Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
Day 34: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley. Move on through Heidelberg, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted
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Day 32: Munich to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne for Swiss chocolate before reaching our Contiki stopover in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
Day 35: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next it’s on to freewheeling Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 36: Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Hotel (B) M Evening canal boat cruise
Day 33: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up the Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D)
Day 37: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
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NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village Cabins & 12 nights hotel upgrade, 9 nights in hostels, 1 night on-board a ferry
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INCLUDED MEALS 36 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 21 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
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Contiki’s Château de Cruix
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4865 4865 5035 5035 5475 5475 5475 5475 5475 5785 5785 5785 5555 5555 5555
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178.
No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest.
• Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour with champagne & escargot • Explore the gardens of Versailles • Wine tasting at Contiki’s Château • Enjoy baguettes & brie on our French picnic • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Discover Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Whitewater rafting in Austrian Tyrol M Wine tasting in the Rhine Valley See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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Liechtenstein
Lucerne
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Dolomite Mountains
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Mt Vesuvius Pompeii
Brindisi
ISTANBUL 3 Gallipoli
Troy
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GREECE TURKEY Thermopylae Corinth Canal
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GREEK ISLAND OPTION & MAP SEE P.87
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NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION (see p.87 for full breakdown of Egypt & Greek Island options)
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INCLUDED MEALS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Journey past World War I battlefields to the glittering “City of Lights.” Hotel (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Days 2 - 3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the illustrious Palace of Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. Hotel (B,D)(B) See the Palace of Versailles (entrance not included) M Cabaret show & glass of champagne
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Day 4: Paris to Beaujolais Wine Region. Wind through Burgundy’s wine country to reach Contiki’s very own 16th Century château nestled in the Beaujolais vineyards. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See Chablis, Burgundy & Beaujolais vineyards
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Day 5: Beaujolais Wine Region. Relax at the Contiki Château & immerse yourself in the countryside on a scenic walk & picnic. (B,PL,D) Contiki Special Stopover Day 6: Beaujolais Wine Region to Barcelona . Head to southern France, through the Pyrénées Mountains, en route to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona. Hostel (B,D) Walk the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 7: Barcelona . See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! Hostel (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex M Flamenco show with tapas & drinks
See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals
Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera . Travel through the rustic region of Provence to Arles, once the home of Vincent van Gogh. Then it’s onward to the glamorous French Riviera. Contiki Village (B,D) Visit the historic city of Arles Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
Day 13: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, enjoy exploring at your own pace. Contiki Village (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Entry into one of Florence’s largest nightclubs, one drink included
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Day 9: French Riviera . Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! Contiki Village (B,D) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 10: French Riviera to Venice. Au revoir France, it’s all about saying ‘Ciao’ in Italian as we head into the canals & gondolas of floating Venice. Contiki Village (B,D) Day 11: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. Contiki Village (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square
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Day 12: Venice to Florence. Snake through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa & check out its architectural wonder before rolling through the Tuscan hillsides to Renaissance Florence. Contiki Village (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
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Day 14: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria’s pretty rolling hills & terraced vineyards on the road to Rome. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. Contiki Village (B) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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Day 15: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Contiki Village (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
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meals included in Egypt option (see p.87 for full breakdown of meals); 68 meals included in Greek Island option (see p.87 for full breakdown of meals)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team, plus exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages & Special Stopovers • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings • Return flight from Athens to Cairo (Egypt option)
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour with champagne & escargot • Discover Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Explore the Wooden Horse of Troy with our Local Guide • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & Anzac Cove • Discover Istanbul with our expert Local Guide EGYPT ONLY • Locally guided tours of the Egyptian Museum & the Pyramids of Giza • Tour the Valley of the Kings with a local Egyptian expert • Sail the Nile on a traditional felucca Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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Amsterdam
Troy
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Guided walking tour in Venice M Tuscan dinner in Florence See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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ITINERARY CONTINUED Day 16: Rome to Corfu. Pass Naples, catch a view of Mt. Vesuvius & opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Then cross southern Italy & board the overnight ferry to Greece. Adriatic Ferry (B) Days 17 - 18: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into some water sports, shop & soak up the sun in this Greek island paradise. Hotel (B,D)(B) Day 19: Corfu to Athens. Leave the island & travel across the impressive Corinth Canal en route to the mythological city of Athens. Hotel (B,D)
YOUR CHOICE Days 20-26 There’s either an Egypt or Greek Island option. See p.87 for more info.
Day 27: Athens to Kavala. Journey along Greece’s coastline, past Mt. Olympus, to harbourside Kavala. Hotel (B,D) Drive past Spartan Thermopylae & Byzantine Thessaloniki
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Day 28: Kavala to Canakkale. Ferry across the Dardanelles to the quaint port city of Canakkale. Hotel (B,D) Visit the Wooden Horse of Troy with a Local Guide
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Day 29: Canakkale to Istanbul. Make a pilgrimage through the historic Gallipoli battlefields en route to the cultural melting pot of Istanbul. Hotel (B,D)
• Journey along the Sea of Marmara • Visit Lone Pine Cemetery (except March 28th departure) • See Anzac Cove Days 30 - 31: Istanbul. Savour an incredible mosaic of sights in this diverse city where East literally meets West. Hotel (B)(B) See the Blue Mosque & the Grand Bazaar with a Local Guide M Belly dancing evening & dinner
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Day 32: Istanbul to Sofia . Traverse the plains of Bulgaria to Sofia, a city with a curious blend of socialist heritage & modern Euro living. Hotel (B,D) See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
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Day 33: Sofia to Belgrade. Uncover the surprising beauty of Serbia & the ragged charm of its capital, Belgrade. Hotel (B,D) See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town
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Day 34: Belgrade to Budapest. Go north along the river Danube & find a lively arts, café & music scene in the “Paris of the East.” Hostel (B) Day 35: Budapest . Get into the historical past of this fascinating centuries-old city, split in two by the river Danube into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. Tonight, go local & find a cool little restaurant & people watch. Hostel (B) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
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Day 36: Budapest to Vienna. Get ready for a cultural fix as we head to Austria’s capital, Vienna. Hostel (B)
• See Schönbrunn Palace, St.Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House • Scenic drive along the historic ring road
M Viennese dinner
Day 37: Vienna to Austrian Tyrol. Experience the stunning alpine scenery as we head to the cool Tyrolean village of Hopfgarten. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Day 38: Austrian Tyrol. Choose your own adventure in the mountains of the Tyrol – exhilarating outdoor activities like tandem paragliding, hiking & mountain biking! (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover See this pretty mountain region famous for adventure sports
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Day 39: Austrian Tyrol to Munich. Wind down out of the mountains to lively Munich, home of the famous Oktoberfest. Hostel (B) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz M Whitewater rafting adventure
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Day 40: Munich to Swiss Alps. Stop in tiny Liechtenstein & lakeside Lucerne for chocolate before reaching the Contiki Chalet in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover Visit Liechtenstein’s capital, Vaduz See the wooden Chapel Bridge in Lucerne Scenic drive through the Alps
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Day 41: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up to the snowcovered Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Contiki Special Stopover M Cog railway ride to the top of Jungfrau Mountain
Day 42: Swiss Alps to Rhine Valley. Move on through Heidelberg, known for its Baroque old town & lively student ambiance, to the Rhine Valley with its charming wine villages & traditional German atmosphere. Hotel (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle See the Lorelei Rock Learn how beer steins are crafted M Wine tasting in an historic cellar
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Day 43: Rhine Valley to Amsterdam. Next it’s on to the Netherlands & the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam. Hotel (B,D) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 44: Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s museums, trendy cafés & nightclubs. Hotel (B) Day 45: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
ANZAC DAY 28th March departure Pay tribute to the fallen at this once in a lifetime experience. We overnight at Gallipoli on the evening of April 24th so we are there to be part of the Dawn Service on April 25th. Afterwards join the National Service at Lone Pine & Chunuk Bair.
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Places visited Nightstops
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Finish
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
Trip A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260 1260
7999 7999 7999 8209 8815 8815 8815 8815 9269 9269 9269 9269 8929 8929 8929
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Day 21: Cairo sightseeing overnight train to Aswan. Step into this intense, 24/7 city where ancient meets modern. Stare in awe at the Sphinx & the monumental Pyramids of Giza. (B,D) Overnight Train Guided tour of the Great Pyramids & Sphinx
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Day 22: Aswan. Unwind in Egypt’s southernmost city & enjoy its distinctive African atmosphere.
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6739 6739 6739 6949 7555 7555 7555 7555 8009 8009 8009 8009 7669 7669 7669
■ This trip will be in Gallipoli for the ANZAC Dawn Service on 25th April. with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided.
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28 10 24 8 22 5 19 26 3 17 28 5 14 17 21
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, 1 night on-board a ferry, 22 nights hotel upgrade, 6 nights in hostels, 1 overnight train (sleeper seat)
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INCLUDED MEALS 44 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 26 dinners (D)
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$720. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Day 20: Athens to Cairo. Visit the ancient sites that dot Athens & experience the non-stop action that this city is known for. Later, say farewell to Greece & hello to Egypt as we fly out to Cairo. Hotel (B) See the first modern Olympic Stadium Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a Local Guide
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There’s the chance to see the Tomb of Aga Khan high up on the West Bank. Hotel (B) Sail on a felucca See the Aga Khan Mausoleum M Light show at Philae Temple
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Day 23: Aswan to Luxor. Opt for more exploring of the ancient sights on an excursion to the temple of Abu Simbel, then follow the river Nile to Luxor. Hotel (B,D) M Visit the Temple of Ramses II - Abu Simbel Day 24: Luxor to Red Sea . Be amazed by the sheer volume of monuments & royal burial sites around Luxor. Later, travel across the desert to the Red Sea resort of Hurghada. Hotel (B,D)
You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Day 25: Red Sea to Cairo. Laze on the white sand beaches or snorkel in the amazing coral reefs. Later, it’s back to the bustling capital. Hotel (B) Day 26: Cairo to Athens. This morning we’ll fly from Cairo back to Athens, where you will rejoin your fellow travellers for the rest of your adventure. Hotel (B)
INCLUSIONS • Return flight from Athens to Cairo Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions. 24 World Heritage sites visited
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London or Paris
Trip
Amsterdam or London
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Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
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Day 20: Athens to Ios. Visit the ancient sites that make Athens so famous & feel the gritty urban soul of this bustling city. Later, get ready to get on island time as we cruise toward the Greek island paradise of Ios. Hotel (B) Visit the Acropolis & Parthenon with a local guide See the first modern Olympic Stadium
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Days 21 - 22: Ios. Find a spot to lay down your towel, either chill out poolside or on soft, sandy beaches for the day. Grab a cocktail & keep working on your tan. Later, get caught up in the nightlife of this ultimate party island. Hotel (B)(B) Visit Ios Town M Island cruise on a traditional sailing boat
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Day 23: Ios to Santorini. Sail to Santorini, famous for its blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. You could head out to a little taverna for an authentic local meal – trying saganaki is a must! Hotel (B) Days 24 - 25: Santorini. Santorini is a paradise for the photographer within. Climb twisting stone steps or catch a cable car up to a clifftop town. Or take a boat ride out to the volcanic island, Nea Kameni. Experiencing one of Oia’s sunsets is a must. Hotel (B)(B)
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Visit the main town of Fira M Visit Oia at sunset
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS Special Stopovers: 2 nights in Contiki’s French Château, 2 nights in Contiki’s Austrian Gasthof, 2 nights in Contiki’s Swiss Chalet, 8 nights in Contiki Village Cabins, 23 nights hotel upgrade , 6 nights in hostels, 1 night on-board a ferry
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INCLUDED MEALS 44 breakfasts (B), 1 picnic lunch (PL), 23 dinners (D)
■ This trip will be in Gallipoli for the ANZAC Dawn Service on 25th April.
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
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with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You will need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Day 26: Santorini to Athens. Set sail back to mainland Greece for your final night in the Greek capital. It’s time to rejoin your fellow travellers for the rest of your adventure. Hotel (B)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions. 21 World Heritage sites visited
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GET INTO THE HEART AND SOUL OF THE REGIONS YOU VISIT. WITH MORE UNIQUE EXPERIENCES AND FREE TIME TO EXPLORE, THESE ARE THE TRIPS FOR THE CULTURALLY CURIOUS. INCLUDED • Access to the backstreets, hidden gems and local culture of a region • Less time travelling, more time delving deep into the places you visit • More local cuisine and plenty of included dinners at our favourite local haunts • More choice on how to stay including twin-share; a “room to myself” option for a little extra; and triple-share option to make your budget stretch further • A Trip Manager, Driver and more Local Guides, who will be your oracles on all the intricate details of Europe • Modern air-conditioned coaches with powerpoints, on-board WiFi, movies and a killer sound system • Heaps included – from the famous icons to the local treasures only an In-Depth Explorer will find • Free time to sign up for ME Time optionals or take to the streets for some DIY exploring • Centrally located hotels for comfy overnights. See for yourself! Slavyanskaya Hotel (Minsk), Hotel Quality Nacka (Stockholm), Zafolia Hotel (Athens), Los Angeles Hotel (Granada), Loch Ness Lodge (Inverness) plus many more…
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From A$152 per day
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Stay connected with WiFi at most In-depth Explorer overnights.
25 TRIPS FROM 4 TO 22 DAYS
Rome
OUR TRIPS Ireland.................................................................. w p.90
Spanish Spree................................................... w p.98
The Mini Balkan ...........................................
p.108
Scandinavia ...........................................................p.114
Scotland & Ireland......................................... w p.90
Iberian Peninsula & Morocco ............... w p.100
Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey ..................p.109
Russia Plus ..............................................................p.116
England & Scotland ...................................... w p.91
Spain, Morocco & Portugal .................... w p.102
Spotlight on Greece ..........................................p.110
Scotland .............................................................. w p.91
Morocco ........................................................... w p.104
Great Britain & Ireland ................................ w p.92
Egypt & The Nile.......................................... w p.105
Spotlight on Greece + Greek Island Hopping ..................................p.111
Italian Espresso ............................................... w p.94
Best of Balkans .............................................
p.106
Spotlight on Greece + Cruising options ..p.111
Simply Italy ........................................................ w p.96
Balkans Discovery........................................
p.108
Scandinavia & Russia .......................................p.112
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IRELAND
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
Giant’s Causeway
LONDONDERRY 1 ATLANTIC OCEAN
1 BELFAST
Donegal
N.IRELAND
REP. OF IRELAND
GALWAY 2
Cliffs of Moher
DUBLIN 2 Cliffs of Moher
SNAPSHOT Blarney
7
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 7 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
INCLUDED MEALS
Day 1: Arrive Dublin. Check-in to your hotel & this afternoon meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers. (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the famous Blarney Stone • Entry to the magical Cliffs of Moher Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Kilkenny bike ride M Guinness Storehouse visit See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ IRELAND
#CONTIKIIRELAND
Day 2: Dublin to Cork. Stop at charming Kilkenny for lunch & an optional bike ride before travelling onto Cork. (B,D) M Jameson’s Whiskey Distillery visit Day 3: Cork to Galway. Get the chance to kiss the famous Blarney Stone, then spot the Cliffs of Moher before arriving in Galway. (B) Visit Blarney Castle See the Cliffs of Moher
• •
Day 4: Galway. Discover this quintessential Irish town where Gaelic is still spoken on the streets. Today there is an option to head to the wild Aran Islands & explore at your own pace. (B,D) M Boat ride to the Aran Islands (summer only) Day 5: Galway to Londonderry. Time to head north stopping in Donegal then onto the walled city of Londonderry & its fascinating historical sites. (B,D) See the 17th Century city walls of Londonderry M Locally guided walking tour including Bogside Murals
•
Day 6: Londonderry to Belfast. Head along the coast towards Belfast, making a stop at the iconic Giant’s Causeway en route. (B) Visit the Giant’s Causeway M Titanic Museum visit
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Day 7: Belfast to Dublin. Return to Dublin where you can explore its thriving markets, museums, cafés
Places visited Nightstops
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBIR Start
Finish
Dublin
Dublin
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Dublin
Dublin
A$ pp*
& enjoy the easy going local hospitality. (B) See Trinity College, the Monument of Light, Parnell Square & St.Stephen’s Green M Irish dinner & dancing evening
•
Day 8: Depart Dublin. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
SCOTLAND & IRELAND 13 DAYS
Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
9 23 30 7 14 21 28 1 4 11 15 18 25 29 2 9 13 16
A$ pp*
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
16 30 7 14 21 28 4 8 11 18 22 25 2 6 9 16 20 23
1739 1739 1739 1785 1785 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1895 1895 1895 1895
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
23 27 30 6 10 13 20 24 27 3 7 10 17 21 24 1 8 15
Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct
30 3 6 13 17 20 27 31 3 10 14 17 24 28 1 8 15 22
A$2415
PP*
A$186
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$325. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
HIGHLAND FLING? Add 5 days to your trip & get a slice of Scotland too. Day 1: Arrive Edinburgh Days 2-5: See Days 5-8 England & Scotland map, itinerary & sightseeing on p.91. Day 6: Glasgow to Dublin Ferry to Northern Ireland. (B,D) Days 7-13: See Days 2-8 Ireland map, itinerary & sightseeing above. For full details, dates & prices see our website. Trip code: BBED Single supplement A$785. WWED Single supplement A$655 Visit contiki.com/scotland-ireland
1895 1895 1895 1895 1895 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1829 1739
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWIR Start
Finish
Dublin
Dublin
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Dublin
Dublin
A$ pp*
FROM
Total Cost
2016
2016
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
7 hot breakfasts (B), 4 three-course dinners (D)
1
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$189. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
11
Kilkenny
HOW MUCH & WHEN
FROM
A$1499 A$188
1 World Heritage site visited
CORK 1
8 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES PP*
IRISH SEA
2016 Oct Dec Dec Dec
29 3 17 28
Total Cost A$ pp*
2017 Nov Dec Dec Jan
5 10 24 4
1585 1545 1625 1625
Jan Jan Jan Feb Mar
5 14 28 11 11
Jan Jan Feb Feb Mar
12 21 4 18 18
1625 1625 1499 1499 1565
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost.
BBIR - Summer 2016 - Single room supplement of A$455. WWIR - Winter 2016/17 - Single room supplement A$405. Trip starts 4:30pm in Dublin & ends approx. 8:00am in Dublin. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
ENG
SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS Loch 1 Isle Ness
of Skye
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
SCOTLAND
WEST HIGHLANDS 1
St Andrews
Stirling
2 EDINBURGH
GLASGOW 1
Northumberland National Park
Gretna Green
NORTH SEA
LAKE 1 DISTRICT
1 YORK
IRISH SEA
LIVERPOOL 1
4 World Heritage sites visited 1
ENGLAND
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city
London
ENGLAND & SCOTLAND
SNAPSHOT
9 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES
8
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBBR
FROM
Start
PP*
NG
A$1699 A$189
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$225. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: London to Liverpool. Meet up with your Contiki Team & take a London sightseeing tour before travelling to Liverpool. (D) Locally guided Beatles Magical Mystery tour Day 2: Liverpool to York. Catch the rolling country views through to one of England’s most historic cities, York. (B,RD) Guided tour of York M Evening ‘Ghost Walk’ Day 3: York to Lake District. This morning we make our way to Cumbria’s gorgeous Lake District. (B) Visit Bowness & see Lake Windermere Day 4: Lake District to Edinburgh. Stop at Hadrian’s Wall en route to Edinburgh. Later take a
• • •
Lake District
tour of the city. (B) M Dinner with haggis & bagpipes Day 5: Edinburgh. Spend a day exploring the city combining medieval & modern. (B,D) Day 6: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands. Stop at the original home of golf – St. Andrews – on the way to Loch Ness. (B,D) Day 7: Scottish Highlands to West Highlands. See the stunning Isle of Skye, see the Eilean Donan Castle & Ben Nevis. (B) Day 8: West Highlands to Glasgow. Visit historic Stirling before arriving in lively Glasgow. (B) Day 9: Depart Glasgow/Train to London. The trip ends after breakfast in Glasgow. (B)
London
2016 Apr 1 Apr 15 Apr 22 Apr 29 May 6 May 13 May 20 May 24 May 27 Jun 3 Jun 7 Jun 10 Jun 17 Jun 21 Jun 24 Jul 1 Jul 5 Jul 8
Finish
Total
Start
Glasgow or Cost A$ pp* London
Apr Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
9 23 30 7 14 21 28 1 4 11 15 18 25 29 2 9 13 16
2016 Jul 15 Jul 19 Jul 22 Jul 29 Aug 2 Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 16 Aug 19 Aug 26 Aug 30 Sep 2 Sep 9 Sep 13 Sep 16 Sep 23 Sep 30 Oct 7
2095 2095 2095 2095 2155 2155 2205 2205 2205 2205 2205 2205 2205 2205 2205 2285 2285 2285
Finish
Total
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
2285 2285 2285 2285 2285 2285 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095 2095
Glasgow or Cost A$ pp* London
London
● ● ● ● ●
23 27 30 6 10 13 20 24 27 3 7 10 17 21 24 1 8 15
YOUR CHOICE
FROM
Want to finish in London? Add A$160 to take the train from Glasgow to London.
A$1099
PP*
A$184
P/DAY*
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
JUST WANT SCOTLAND? Try everything Scottish on our 6-day trip. For full details, dates & prices see our website. Trip code: BBSC. Single supplement A$375. WWSC Single supplement A$299 Visit contiki.com/scotland
#ENGLANDANDSCOTLAND
LONDON DAY TRIPS Take advantage of our great deals on day trips & visit Stonehenge, Bath or beautiful Windsor Castle. It’s easy: book on arrival at Contiki’s Basement. Visit contiki.com/day-trips
8 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
12
INCLUDED MEALS 8 hot breakfasts (B), 1 regional dinner: traditional English roast dinner in a local pub (RD), 3 three-course dinners (D)
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWBR Start London
Finish
Total
Start
Glasgow or Cost A$ pp* London
2016 Oct 21 Oct 29 Nov 25 ★ Dec 3 Dec 9 ★ Dec 17 Dec 20 Dec 28 Dec 28 ◆ Jan 5
1819 1775 1775 1865 1865
London
2017 Jan 6 Jan 20 Feb 3 Mar 3
Finish
Total
Glasgow or Cost A$ pp* London
Jan Jan Feb Mar
14 28 11 11
1865 1699 1699 1699
Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re * travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex
SCOTLAND 6 DAYS
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
room-mate at no extra cost. BBBR – Summer 2016 – Single room supplement of A$549. WWBR - Winter 2016/17 – Single room supplement of A$469. Trip starts 7:30am (7:00am in winter) in London & ends approx. 8:00am in Glasgow or 2:30pm in London if you have chosen to take the train. ● These trips will be in Edinburgh during the Festival & Military Tattoo (tickets not included).
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of stunning Loch Ness Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M High ropes course & zipline in the Lake District (summer only) See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
◆ This trip will be in Edinburgh during Hogmanay. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
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GREAT BRITAIN & IRELAND Isle of Skye
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS 1
Loch Ness
SCOTLAND
WEST 1 HIGHLANDS
16 DAYS
St Andrews
FROM
5 World Heritage sites visited
Stirling
PP*
A$2995 A$188
P/DAY*
2 EDINBURGH
GLASGOW 1 LONDONDERRY 1
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$370. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
BELFAST 1
Donegal
Places visited Nightstops Start/end city
1
Northumberland National Park Gretna Green
LAKE 1 DISTRICT
Larne
NORTH SEA
N.IRELAND
#GBIRELAND
DUBLIN 2
GALWAY 2
1 YORK
IRISH SEA
REP. OF IRELAND
Holyhead
1 LIVERPOOL ENGLAND
Cliffs of Moher Kilkenny
Blarney
1 CORK
WALES
London
ENGLISH CHANNEL
London
SNAPSHOT
ENGLAND/SCOTLAND/NORTHERN IRELAND IRELAND/WALES*
15
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
* IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: London to Liverpool. Meet up with your Contiki Team & take a London sightseeing tour before travelling to the home of The Beatles, Liverpool. Tonight, get to know your group over dinner & maybe hit the town for a night out. (D) Locally guided Beatles Magical Mystery tour
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBUK
•
Day 2: Liverpool to York. Catch the rolling country views through to one of England’s most historic cities, York. (B,RD) Guided walking tour of York See York Minster & Clifford’s Tower M Evening ‘Ghost Walk’
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Day 3: York to Lake District. This morning we make our way to Cumbria’s gorgeous Lake District. (B) Visit Bowness & see Lake Windermere
•
Day 4: Lake District to Edinburgh. Stop at Hadrian’s Wall & cross through the border town of Gretna Green en route to Edinburgh. (B) Entrance to Gretna Green Museum Driving city tour to see Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace & the Royal Mile
• •
Day 5: Edinburgh. Spend a day exploring the city. Combining medieval & modern, its buildings are perched on top of hills, shadowed by cliffs & overlooking the sea. (B,D) Day 6: Edinburgh to Scottish Highlands. Stop at the original home of golf – St. Andrews – on the way to the Scottish Highlands & Loch Ness. (B,D) Spot Nessie on a boat cruise of stunning Loch Ness
•
Day 7: Scottish Highlands to West Highlands. See the stunning Isle of Skye, with its moors, mountains, lochs & sea cliffs. (B) See the spectacular Eilean Donan Castle Visit seaside town Portree See Britain’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis
• • •
Day 8: West Highlands to Glasgow. Visit historic Stirling before arriving in lively Glasgow. (B) See Stirling Castle & the William Wallace Monument See George Square & the Glasgow City Chambers
• •
Day 9: Glasgow to Dublin. Ferry to Northern Ireland, travelling through County Meath to Dublin. (B,D) Day 10: Dublin to Cork. Stop in charming Kilkenny for lunch & an optional bike ride before travelling onto Cork. (B,D) M Jameson’s Whiskey Distillery visit Day 11: Cork to Galway. Get the chance to kiss the famous Blarney Stone, then spot the Cliffs of Moher before arriving in Galway. (B) Visit the Blarney Stone See the Cliffs of Moher
• •
Day 12: Galway. Discover this quintessential Irish town where Gaelic is still spoken on the streets. Today there is an option to head to the wild Aran Islands & explore at your own pace. (B,D) M Boat ride to the Aran Islands (summer only) Day 13: Galway to Londonderry. Time to head north stopping in Donegal then on to the walled city of Londonderry & its fascinating historical sites. (B,D) See the 17th Century city walls of Londonderry M Locally guided walking tour including Bogside Murals
•
Day 14: Londonderry to Belfast. Along the coast towards Belfast, making a stop at the iconic Giant’s Causeway en route. (B) M Titanic Museum visit Day 15: Belfast to Dublin. Return to Dublin where you can explore its thriving markets, museums, cafes & enjoy the easy going local hospitality. (B) See Trinity College, the Monument of Light, Parnell Square & St.Stephen’s Green M Guinness Storehouse visit M Irish dinner & dancing evening
•
Day 16: Dublin to London. We ferry across the Irish Sea to Wales & travel back to London where the trip ends upon arrival. (B)
Start
Finish
London
London
Total Cost
15 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
Start
Finish
London
London
A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr Apr Apr May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
1 15 22 29 6 13 20 24 27 3 7 10 17 21 24 1 5 8
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
16 30 7 14 21 28 4 8 11 18 22 25 2 6 9 16 20 23
3399 3399 3399 3399 3499 3499 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3715 3715 3715
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
15 19 22 29 2 5 12 16 19 26 30 2 9 13 16 23 30 7
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Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct Oct
30 3 6 13 17 20 27 31 3 10 14 17 24 28 1 8 15 22
3715 3715 3715 3715 3715 3715 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589 3589
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWUK Start
Finish
London
London
Total Cost
Start
Finish
London
London
A$ pp*
21 Nov 5 25 ★ Dec 10 9 ★ Dec 24 20 Jan 4 28 ◆ Jan 12
3165 3085 3085 3245 3245
Jan Jan Feb Mar
6 20 3 3
Jan Feb Feb Mar
21 4 18 18
3245 2995 2995 2995
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost.
BBUK - Summer 2016 Single room supplement A$895. WWUK - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement A$815. Trip starts 7:30am (7:00am in winter) in London & ends approx. 8:00pm in London. This trip is a combination trip where travellers who have booked the England & Scotland only section return to London on Day 9 & those who have booked the Ireland only section join on Day 9. ● These trips will be in Edinburgh during the Festival & Military Tattoo (tickets not included). ◆ This tour will be in Edinburgh during Hogmanay. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.For travel insurance see p.179.
LONDON DAY TRIPS Stonehenge, Bath or the home of the Queen, Windsor Castle sound like you? Bag a bargain & take advantage of our great deals on day trips from London. It’s easy: book on arrival at Contiki’s Basement, London. Visit contiki.com/day-trips
Edinburgh
INCLUDED MEALS 15 hot breakfasts (B), 1 regional dinner in our favourite local spot (RD), 7 three-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
A$ pp*
2017
2016 Oct Nov Dec Dec Dec
Total Cost
23
As this was my first time leaving my home country of the United States of America, I was a bit apprehensive to join a touring group I hadn’t really heard of before. Concerns aside, I booked a trip for Great Britain and Ireland and I am SO glad I did! Thanks for a fantastic adventure and remember to live your life with #NoRegrets!
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Follow in the footsteps of The Beatles on our locally guided Magical Mystery Tour • Spot ‘Nessie’ on a boat cruise of stunning Loch Ness • Visit Blarney Castle & kiss the famous Blarney Stone • Entry to the magical Cliffs of Moher • Visit the Giant’s Causeway • Learn about the troubled history of Belfast on a locally guided tour Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M High ropes course in the Lake District (summer departures only ) M Traditional dinner with haggis & bagpipes M Explore Hadrian’s Wall See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Love a good view? We do. Take a walk up to Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh. This walk will reward you with the best views in the city & maybe some bagpipers to entertain you at the top!
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ BRITAIN-IRELAND
Mikaela (contiki.com/reviews)
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93
ITALIAN ESPRESSO 8 DAYS
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
Verona
VENICE 2
ITALY
FROM
PP*
A$1499 A$188
P/DAY* Pisa Chianti Region
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$185. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #ITALIANESPRESSO
San Gimignano
3 FLORENCE Apennine Mountains
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
2 ROME Vatican City
6 World Heritage sites visited 1
Venice
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city Optional start/end city
SNAPSHOT
ITALY/VATICAN CITY
7
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Rome. Check-in to your hotel & this afternoon meet your Trip Manager & get to know your fellow Contiki travellers. Then it’s time to hit the streets for some sightseeing of Italy’s ancient capital city. (RD) See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBHI
•
Day 2: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Get a feeling for Imperial Rome’s glory on an optional tour of the Colosseum. (B) M Guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum Day 3: Rome to Florence. Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings & sacred art. (B,RD) See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City
•
Day 4: Florence. Uncover the amazing masterpieces of Michelangelo’s home, Florence. Shop along the Ponte Vecchio or wrap your lips around some fine Tuscan cuisine before hitting up the Florentine nightlife. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florentine leather craft demonstration M Delicious Tuscan feast with Chianti wine
• •
Day 5: Florence. Enjoy a day trip out to the hills of the rustic Chianti region for wine tasting & a stop in medieval San Gimignano – the quintessential Tuscan town. (B)
Day 6: Florence to Venice. Today, stop off at Pisa to see the famous tower then profess your love in Romeo & Juliet’s home of Verona, before arriving in fairytale Venice. (B,RD) Day 7: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways, grand squares, art-filled palazzos, boutiques, bars & markets. See the art of Venetian glass blowing, then an optional gondola ride is a must while you’re here! (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride
• •
Day 8: Depart Venice/Rome. The trip ends after breakfast in Venice & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. Or if you prefer, catch a free transfer back to Rome where your trip ends upon arrival. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 8 (ending in Venice) have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
MIX & MATCH See more & save more! Use low cost airlines to fly to Greece. This trip will Mix & Match with Greek Island Hopping p.128-129 trip, or Spotlight on Greece p.110-111. Or head to Berlin & connect with the Eastern Road trip p.132-133. You’ll save A$50 with our Multi-trip discount. See p.26
Start
Finish
Rome
Venice or Rome
Total Cost
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
9 23 7 21 23 28 11 18 25 27 2
7 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Start
Finish
Rome
Venice or Rome
A$ pp*
2016
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
16 30 14 28 30 4 18 25 2 4 9
1719 1719 1765 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1869
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
9 16 30 6 13 27 3 10 17 24
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
16 23 6 13 20 3 10 17 24 1
1869 1869 1869 1869 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805 1805
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWHI Start
Finish
Rome
Venice or Rome
Total Cost
2016 Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec
22 Oct 5 Nov 19 Nov 10 Dec 17 ★ Dec 27 ★ Jan
Start
Finish
Rome
Venice or Rome
A$ pp*
1585 1549 1549 1549 1625 1625
Dec 31
Total Cost A$ pp*
Jan 7
1625
Jan 21 Mar 11 Mar 25
1625 1499 1549
2017 Jan 14 Mar 4 Mar 18
INCLUDED MEALS 7 continental breakfasts (B), 3 regional dinners: pizza making experience & local trattoria dining (RD)
INCLUSIONS
2016 29 12 26 17 24 3
10
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBHI - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$545. WWHI - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$499. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Venice or approx 6:00pm in Rome. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Guided tour of a Tuscan winery with Chianti & antipasto • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice • Experience local Venetian artisans at work Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Traditional Roman dinner in Rome M Nightclub entry & drink in Florence M Venetian dinner with regional wines See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Italy is a haven for shopaholics, so get a true fix at Via Cola di Rienzo in the Pratti area, Rome. With mainstream stores & boutiques, it’s ideal for all tastes & budgets.
I loved every second of this trip. I was a little nervous to travel alone, but I found that there were always new friends to adventure with. We got to do so many awesome activities (like pasta making and wine tasting at a Tuscan vineyard) that I probably would not have had the chance to do outside of Contiki.
Josie (contiki.com/reviews)
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ ESPRESSO
This trip is also suitable for Easy Pace travellers.
EASY PACE
EUROPE 2016/17
95
SIMPLY ITALY 12 DAYS A$2069 A$173
VENICE 2
Lake Garda
MILAN 1
Cinque Terre
Verona
ITALIAN RIVIERA 1 Pisa
2 FLORENCE
9 World Heritage sites visited
Chianti Region
FROM
PP*
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
P/DAY*
Apennine Mountains
1
Places visited Nightstops
ADRIATIC SEA ITALY
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$270. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #SIMPLYITALY
3 ROME Vatican City Mt. Vesuvius Pompeii Isle of Capri
Cinque Terre
2 SORRENTO
SNAPSHOT
ITALY/VATICAN CITY ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Rome. Check-in to your hotel & this afternoon meet your Trip Manager & get to know your fellow Contiki travellers. (RD) Day 2: Rome to Sorrento. Travel south towards the home of pizza, Naples. Later, we’ll reach Sorrento, where you’ll enjoy a sunset drink overlooking the stunning bay. (B,RD) See Mt. Vesuvius Scenic coastal drive to Sorrento
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Day 3: Capri Excursion. Chill out on the Isle of Capri. Be amazed at the natural beauty, stroll through the hillside town of Anacapri or sit at a café al fresco with the locals. (B) M Boat cruise around the beautiful Isle of Capri (summer departures only) Day 4: Sorrento to Florence. From postcard perfect Sorrento, pass through rural Umbria & Tuscany’s rolling hills & terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. (B,RD) Local wine tasting in the Chianti region
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Day 5: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. Later on, explore at your own pace. (B) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria Florentine leather craft demonstration M Tuscan hills feast
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Day 6: Florence to Venice. Say goodbye to Florence, then we take you to Verona – home of Romeo & Juliet. Next up: the canals & gondolas of Venice. (B,RD) See Juliet’s House & the Roman Arena in Verona
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Day 7: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars & markets. An optional gondola ride is a must! (B) Private motorboat to the historic islands See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square
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• See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Guided walking tour
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBSY
Day 8: Venice to Milan via Lake Garda . Leave the floating city behind as we head to the Italian fashion capital, Milan. (B) Visit Sirmione on Lake Garda
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Finish
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Rome
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Day 9: Milan to Italian Riviera . Take in the beauty of the region & indulge in tasty local food & wine in the seaside setting of the Cinque Terre. (B) Visit Monterosso & Portovenere along the Cinque Terre Cruise & train along the scenic coast (the cruise is weather permitted & summer departures only)
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Day 10: Italian Riviera to Rome. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder then pass the Appenine Mountains on the road to Rome (B) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
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NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Total Cost
11 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
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Finish
Rome
Rome
Total Cost
A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
3 17 1 15 22 29 5 12 19 22 26 29 3 6
A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
14 28 12 26 2 9 16 23 30 3 7 10 14 17
2495 2495 2559 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2715 2715
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct
10 17 24 31 7 21 28 4 7 11 14 18 25 2
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct
21 28 4 11 18 1 8 15 18 22 25 29 6 13
2715 2715 2715 2715 2715 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625 2625
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWSY Start
Finish
Rome
Rome
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Rome
Rome
Total Cost
A$ pp*
2016
A$ pp*
2016
Day 11: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum of history. Get a feeling for Imperial Rome’s glory on an optional tour of the Colosseum. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City M Guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum
Oct Oct Oct Nov Dec Dec
Day 12: Depart Rome. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to swap email addresses & say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B)
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
Please note: Days 1 & 12 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
BBSY - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$795.
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16 Oct 23 Nov 30 Nov 27 Dec 11 ★ Dec 24 ★ Jan
27 3 10 8 22 4
2185 2185 2185 2135 2135 2245
Dec 27 ★ Jan 7
2245
2017 Jan 8 Jan 29 Mar 12
Jan 19 Feb 9 Mar 23
2245 2069 2135
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
WWSY - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$779. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twinshare trip price.
MIX & MATCH
Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome.
Keen to see more & save more? Use low cost airlines to fly to Athens - this trip will Mix & Match with Greek Island Hopping p.128-129. You’ll save A$50 with our Multi-trip discount. See p.26.
For more ways to save see p.26.
★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
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INCLUDED MEALS 11 continental breakfasts (B), 4 regional dinners: pizza making experience & local trattoria dining (RD)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Enjoy a glass of Prosecco overlooking the Bay of Naples • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Guided tour of a Tuscan winery with Chianti & antipasto • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Experience local Venetian artisans at work • Cruise along the coastal towns of the Cinque Terre (summer departures only) • Locally guided tour of the Vatican museums Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Guided tour of the ancient city of Pompeii M Bay of Naples feast M Gondola ride in Venice See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Walk onto a James Bond set – the impressive 17th Century Palazzo Pisani in Venice was used for the shoot-out at the end of the 2006 James Bond movie Casino Royale.
Rome
I was not expecting to see SO much with the time I had - I loved every minute of it. I saw all the major cities & hotspots and I know I couldn’t have managed it all on my own.
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Simran (contiki.com/reviews)
EUROPE 2016/17
97
SPANISH SPREE ATLANTIC OCEAN
14 DAYS
BILBAO 1
FROM
PP*
A$2125 A$152
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
San Sebastian Pyrenees Mountains
1 PAMPLONA
P/DAY*
Zaragoza
2 BARCELONA
Segovia
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$295. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
MADRID 3
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
SPAIN
Toledo
#SPANISHSPREE
2 IBIZA Denia
CORDOBA 1 SEVILLE 1
2 GRANADA Gibraltar
7 World Heritage sites visited 1
Barcelona
Places visited Nightstops
SNAPSHOT
SPAIN/GIBRALTAR
13
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Madrid. Check-in to your hotel & explore the country’s capital, full of diverse neighbourhoods & lively plazas. Later, meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow travellers. (RD)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBEH
Day 2: Madrid. It’s easy to get hooked on this city that blends traditional culture with new vitality in everything from shopping & food to arts & culture. (B) Tour the Royal Palace with a Local Guide (this tour may be substituted with a tour of the Prado)
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Day 3: Madrid to Bilbao. Head north to Segovia with its Roman aqueduct & Alcazar fortress before continuing to Bilbao, home of the Guggenheim Art Museum. (B,RD) Day 4: Bilbao to Pamplona. Swim & shop in the beach resort of San Sebastian before heading to Pamplona, the city immortalised in the famous Hemingway novel ‘The Sun Also Rises’. (B) Day 5: Pamplona to Barcelona. Soak up the Baroque city of Zaragoza before we make our way to the buzzing city of Barcelona. (B,RD) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 6: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on our included sightseeing tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta, fashion & fun. (B) Day 7: Barcelona to Ibiza. It’s time to party! Board your flight to the world-famous island of sun, sand & sounds. (B) Day 8: Ibiza . Relax on Ibiza’s beaches & soak up the sunshine or get into some watersports before heading out into the island’s unbeatable nightlife. (B) Visit Ibiza Town & beaches
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Day 9: Ibiza to Granada. This morning it’s a fast ferry to the mainland before reaching Granada. (B) Day 10: Granada . Take a trip back in time in this city, full of atmosphere & soaked in history. Explore the fabled palace, feel the lively culture on the streets & sample some tapas & sangria. (B,D) M Guided tour of the Moorish Quarter of Albaicin, Capilla Real & La Cartuja plus a visit to La Cartuja Monastery Day 11: Granada to Seville. Wind along the Costa del Sol & see the Sierra Nevada mountains. Stop in Gibraltar before arriving in Seville. (B) Scenic drive past Marbella & Malaga M Tour to top of Gibraltar M Flamenco show & dinner
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Day 12: Seville to Cordoba. Take your time in laid-back Seville before we reach lively Cordoba, soaked in history & serving up oldworld atmosphere, time-worn lanes & famously beautiful streets. (B) See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de España in Seville
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Day 13: Cordoba to Madrid. Hit the road & travel to the hill-top town of Toledo. With its mix of mosques, churches & Medieval buildings, this gorgeous town is known by the locals as the “Imperial City”. After, we return to Madrid. (B) See the Alcazar fortress & Gothic cathedral in Toledo M Madrileños farewell dinner
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Finish
Madrid
Madrid
Total Cost
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 13 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
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Finish
Madrid
Madrid
A$ pp*
2016 May 2 May 9 May 16 May 23 May 30 Jun 6 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun 27 Jul 4 Jul 6
May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
15 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 10 17 19
2016 Jul 11 Jul 18 Jul 25 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 15 Aug 22 Aug 29 Sep 12 Sep 19
2975 2975 3049 3049 3049 3049 3049 3049 3049 3155 3155
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
24 31 7 14 21 28 4 11 25 2
Total Cost A$ pp*
17
3155 3155 3155 3155 3155 3049 3049 3049 3049 3049
13 continental breakfasts (B), 3 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD), 1 three-course dinner (D)
INCLUDED MEALS
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWEH Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
A$ pp*
2016 Oct 17 Nov 21 Dec 28
Oct 30 Dec 4 Jan 10
2245 2195 2305
2017 Jan 3 Feb 13 Mar 20
Jan 16 Feb 26 Apr 2
Total Cost
INCLUSIONS
A$ pp*
• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossing
2305 2125 2195
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBEH - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$1075. WWEH - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$805. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. For more ways to save see p.26.
Day 14: Depart Madrid. Your trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177
Please note: Days 1 & 14 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 2 nights in Madrid (RD,B,B), Bilbao 1 night (B), Pamplona 1 night (B), Barcelona 2 nights (RD,B,B), Valencia 1 night (B), Granada 2 nights (B,D,B), Seville 2 nights (D,B,B), Cordoba 1 night (B), Madrid 1 night (B).
For travel insurance see p.179.
For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our locally guided tour in Madrid • Catch a flight to Ibiza & check out its famous clubs & beaches (summer departures only) • Locally guided tour of Granada’s Alhambra Palace • Learn about the history of Spanish culture & architecture at the Mosque of the Caliphs in Cordoba Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS
MIX & MATCH See more & save more! Use low cost airlines to fly to Italy & Greece. This trip will Mix & Match with Simply Italy p.96-97, or Greek Island Hopping p.128-129. You’ll save A$50 with our Multi-trip discount. See p.26.
Madrid
Basically... this trip is amazing. For those who love to party... IBIZA, enough said. There is so much more to this tour than that though! I never thought I would love Spain as much as I did. The culture was absolutely amazing..
M Visit the Valley of the Fallen in Madrid M Explore Barcelona on a locally guided bike tour M Valencia cooking school (winter departures only) M Locally guided tour of Seville’s famous sights M Seville flamenco dance show & dinner See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Hit the shops in Madrid, the Salamanca stretch, also known as fashion’s “golden mile” is home to some great high-street brands such as Zara, Mango & Bershka .
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Ms_jessielynne (contiki.com/reviews)
EUROPE 2016/17
99
IBERIAN PENINSULA & MOROCCO
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
San Sebastian
BILBAO 1
21 DAYS PP*
PORTUGAL SPAIN
2 IBIZA
Denia
2 LISBON
SEVILLE 2 2 GRANADA Tarifa
Algeciras Gibraltar
10 World Heritage sites visited
TANGIER 1
Rabat Casablanca
2 FEZ MOROCCO
2 MARRAKECH
Barcelona
2 BARCELONA
3 MADRID
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$415. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #IBERIAANDMOROCCO
Zaragoza
Segovia
FROM
A$4085 A$195
Pyrenees Mountains
1 PAMPLONA
1
Places visited Nightstops
SNAPSHOT
SPAIN/MOROCCO/GIBRALTAR/PORTUGAL ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Madrid. Check-in to your hotel & explore the country’s capital, full of diverse neighbourhoods & lively plazas. Later, meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow travellers. (RD)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: IBPMO
Day 2: Madrid. It’s easy to get hooked on this city that blends traditional culture with new vitality in everything from shopping & food to arts & culture. (B) Tour the Royal Palace with a Local Guide (this tour may be substituted with a tour of the Prado)
•
Day 3: Madrid to Bilbao. Head north to Segovia with its Roman aqueduct & Alcazar fortress before continuing to Bilbao, home of the Guggenheim Art Museum. (B,RD) Day 4: Bilbao to Pamplona. Swim & shop in the beach resort of San Sebastian before heading to Pamplona, the city immortalised in the famous Hemingway novel ‘The Sun Also Rises’. (B) Day 5: Pamplona to Barcelona. Soak up the city of Zaragoza, once a great Roman Town that inherited its name from the legendary Caesar Augustus, before we make our way to the buzzing city of Barcelona. (B,RD) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
• •
Day 6: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on our included sightseeing tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta, fashion & fun. (B) M Locally guided bike ride Day 7: Barcelona to Ibiza. It’s time to party! Board your flight to the world-famous island of sun, sand & sounds. (B) Day 8: Ibiza . Relax on Ibiza’s beaches & soak up the sunshine or get into some water sports before heading out into the island’s unbeatable nightlife. (B) Visit Ibiza’s town & beaches
•
Day 9: Ibiza to Granada. This morning it’s a fast ferry to the mainland before reaching Granada. (B) Day 10: Granada. Take a trip back in time in this city, full of atmosphere & soaked in history. Explore the fabled palace, feel the lively culture on the streets & sample some tapas & sangria. (B,D) M Guided tour of the Moorish Quarter of Albaicin, Capilla Real & La Cartuja plus a visit to La Cartuja Monastery Day 11: Granada to Fez. Travel across the Strait of Gibraltar to the medieval capital of Morocco, Fez. See the stunning views of the Rif Mountains en route & prepare to discover this colourful city. (B,D) Scenic drive past Marbella, Malaga & the Rif Mountains
•
Day 12: Fez. Today is all about exploring, a full day to experience the city. See the magnificent Royal Palace, tour the walls of the fascinating Medina of Fez or haggle for a beautiful Moroccan carpet! (B) See the Royal Palace, the Medina & the local markets Visit the Cooperative of handmade carpets M Moroccan dinner with belly dancing show
• •
Day 13: Fez to Marrakech. See more of Morocco as we head southwards to Marrakech. On the way you’ll pass through the green oasis of Ifrane, & experience the breath taking sight of the famous Atlas Mountains. (B,D) Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains
•
Day 14: Marrakech. A full day to enjoy this vibrant city & soak up the history and tradition. With a free afternoon, you could wander through the historic city, hit the world famous souks or opt to enjoy a Haman. (B) See Koutoubia Mosque & bustling Jamaa el-Fna Square
•
Day 15: Marrakech to Tangier. Hit the road to Tangier taking in the famous bustling city of Casablanca & capital city Rabat on the way. (B,D) See the Hassan 2nd Mosque in Casablanca See the Hassan Tower & King’s Palace in Rabat See the Kasbah & admire the panoramic view
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Day 16: Tangier to Seville. Say goodbye to Africa, stop off at Gibraltar en route to the Andalucian capital, Seville, known for its heritage of art, dance & culture. (B,RD) M Tour to top of Gibraltar Day 17: Seville. Enjoy your time in laid-back sunny Seville, soaked in history & serving up oldworld atmosphere, time-worn lanes & famously beautiful streets. Enjoy a day of discovery! (B) See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza d’España
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Day 18: Seville to Lisbon. Next up is Portugal’s contemporary capital Lisbon. Tour the picturesque city & embrace all it has to offer, Gothic cathedrals, charming side streets & the beautiful river views. (B,RD) Day 19: Lisbon. Once home to the world’s greatest explorers, Lisbon is now a modern traveller’s dream. Discover the cultural treasures & historical sites. Tonight enjoy a night of partying or relax watching the sunset over the river Tagus. (B) See the Castelo de São Jorge, the Praca do Comercio & Rossio & Praça da Figueira. M Traditional Portuguese feast by the river Tagus
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Day 20: Lisbon to Madrid. Cross back in to Spain for the final leg of your trip, returning to Madrid & your final night on the town! (B) Day 21: Depart Madrid. Your trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
Total Cost
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 20 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
A$ pp*
2 9 23 30 6 13 20 27
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
2016 May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun
20
May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
22 29 12 19 26 3 10 17
4085 4085 4185 4185 4185 4185 4185 4185
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
4 11 18 25 1 15 29 12
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct
24 31 7 14 21 4 18 2
4335 4335 4335 4335 4335 4185 4185 4185
29
INCLUDED MEALS 20 continental breakfasts (B), 4 three-course dinners (D), 5 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WIBP Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
A$ pp*
2016 Oct 17 Nov 21 Dec 28
Total Cost A$ pp*
2017 Nov 5 Dec 10 Jan 16
3485 3405 3575
Jan 3 Feb 13 Mar 20
Jan 22 Mar 4 Apr 8
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
3575 3299 3405
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). IBPMO - Summer 2016 -Single room supplement A$1425. WIBP - Winter 2016/17 - Single room supplement A$1245. Trip starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. Winter dates feature a slightly modified 20 day itinerary, 1 night in Valencia instead of 2 nights in Ibiza & 1 less (RD). For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177 For travel insurance see p.179.
Ibiza
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team & Local Rep in Morocco • Coach transfers • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our locally guided tour in Madrid • Guided local tour & visit the Bahia Palace in Marrakech • Catch a flight to Ibiza & check out its famous clubs & beaches • Guided local tours of the Medina of Fez & the city of Marrakech • Locally guided tour of Lisbon Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Visit the Valley of the Fallen in Madrid M Valencia cooking school (winter departures only) M Delicious Moroccan feast M Locally guided tour of Seville’s famous sights M Flamenco dance show & dinner in Seville See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Lisbon is a mecca for street art. Head to the Saldanha neighbourhood to see buildings covered by huge street art. Keep your eyes peeled while exploring the city for endless art by some of the world’s most famous street artists.
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Madrid
EUROPE 2016/17
101
SPAIN, MOROCCO & PORTUGAL 15 DAYS
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
3 MADRID PORTUGAL
FROM
SPAIN
PP*
A$2365 A$158
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$300. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #SPAINMORROCCOPORTUGAL
2 LISBON GRANADA 2
SEVILLE 2 Tarifa
TANGIER 1
Algeciras Gibraltar
ATLANTIC
9 World Heritage sites visited
OCEAN Rabat
2 FEZ
Casablanca MOROCCO
2 MARRAKECH
Marrakech
1
Places visited Nightstops
SNAPSHOT
SPAIN/MOROCCO/GIBRALTAR/PORTUGAL ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start Madrid. Check into your hotel & explore the country’s capital, full of diverse neighbourhoods & lively plazas. Later, meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow travellers. (D)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBMP
Day 2: Madrid. It’s easy to get hooked on the city that blends traditional culture with new vitality in everything from shopping & food to arts & culture. Madrid is the culinary capital, the artistic centre & the night life hotspot of Spain so start your adventure here! (B) See the Royal Palace, Gran Via, the Puerta del Sol & Plaza de España
•
Day 3: Madrid to Granada. Head south taking in the beauty of the Sierra Nevada mountains. Arrive in the historic & cultural hub of Granada. (B) Day 4: Granada. Take a trip back in time in this city, full of atmosphere & soaked in history. Explore the fabled palace, feel the lively culture on the streets, sample some tapas & real sangria. (B,D) M Guided Tour of the Moorish Quarter of Albaicin, Capilla Real & La Cartuja plus a visit to La Cartuja Monastery. Day 5: Granada to Fez. Travel across the Strait of Gibraltar to the Medieval capital of Morocco, Fez. See the stunning views of the Rif Mountains en route & prepare to discover this colourful city. (B,D) Scenic drive past Marbella, Malaga & the Rif Mountains
•
Day 6: Fez. Today is all about exploring, as you have a full day to experience the city. See the magnificent Royal Palace, tour the walls of the fascinating Medina of Fez or haggle for a beautiful Moroccan carpet! (B) See the Royal Palace, the Medina & the local markets Visit the Co-operative of handmade carpets M Moroccan dinner with belly dancing show
• •
Day 7: Fez to Marrakech. See more of Morocco as we head southwards to Marrakech. On the way you’ll pass through the green oasis of Ifrane & experience the breath taking sight of the famous Atlas Mountains. (B,D) Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains
•
Day 8: Marrakech. A full day to enjoy this vibrant city & soak up the history & tradition. With a free afternoon, you could wander through the historic city, hit the world famous souks or opt to enjoy a haman. (B) See Koutoubia Mosque & bustling Jamaa el-Fna Square
•
Day 9: Marrakech to Tangier. Hit the road to Tangier taking in the famous bustling city of Casablanca & capital city Rabat on the way. (B,D) See the Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca See the Hassan Tower & King’s Palace in Rabat See the Kasbah & admire the panoramic view
• • •
Day 10: Tangier to Seville. Say goodbye to Africa, stop off at Gibraltar en route to the Andalucian capital, Seville, known for its heritage of art, dance & culture. (B) M Tour to top of Gibraltar Day 11: Seville. Enjoy your time in laid–back sunny Seville, soaked in history & serving up oldworld atmosphere, time-worn lanes & famously beautiful streets. Enjoy a day of discovery! (B) See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza d’España
Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
Total Cost
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 14 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
A$ pp*
8 15 29 5 12 19 26 3
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
2016 May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
14
May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
22 29 12 19 26 3 10 17
2855 2925 2925 2925 2925 2925 2925 3025
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
10 17 24 31 7 21 4 18
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct
24 31 7 14 21 4 18 2
3025 3025 3025 3025 3025 2925 2925 2925
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Madrid
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
A$ pp*
2016 Oct 22 Nov 26
Total Cost A$ pp*
2017 Nov 5 Dec 10
2495 2435
Jan Jan Feb Mar
2 8 18 25
Jan Jan Mar Apr
16 22 4 8
2559 2559 2365 2435
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
Day 12: Seville to Lisbon. Next up is Portugal’s contemporary capital Lisbon. Tour the pictureque city & embrace all it has to offer, Gothic cathedrals, charming side streets & the beautiful river views. (B,RD)
BBMP - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$990.
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Day 14: Lisbon to Madrid. Cross back in to Spain for the final leg of your trip, returning to Madrid & a final night on the town! (B) Day 15: Ends Madrid. Your trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
INCLUDED MEALS 14 continental breakfasts (B), 5 three-course dinners (D), 2 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
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Day 13: Lisbon. Once home to the world’s greatest explorers, Lisbon is now a modern traveller’s dream. Discover the cultural treasures & historical sites. Tonight enjoy a night of partying or relax watching the sunset over the river Tagus. (B) See the Castelo de São Jorge, the Praca do Comercio & Rossio & Praça da Figueira M Traditional Portuguese feast by the river Tagus
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travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
WWMP - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$895. Trip starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team & Local Rep in Morocco • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Locally guided tour of Granada’s Alhambra Palace • Guided local tour of the Medina of Fez • Guided local tour & visit the Bahia Palace in Marrakech • Locally guided tour of Lisbon Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Delicious Moroccan feast M Flamenco show & dinner in Seville M Madrilenos farewell dinner See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Go for beers in Granada & get free tapas everywhere...some places they even give you a small burger... can’t be missed!
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2 MARRAKECH
SNAPSHOT
4
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 4 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
5 DAYS 1 COUNTRY
2 World Heritage sites visited
FROM
PP*
A$875 A$175
P/DAY*
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1
Places visited Nightstops
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBMO
INCLUDED MEALS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
4 continental breakfasts (B), 2 three-course dinners (D)
Start
Finish
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Day 1: Arrive Fez. Check-in to the hotel then explore the medieval centre of Morocco, Fez. Later, meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow travellers. (D)
experience the breathtaking sight of the famous Atlas Mountains. (B,D) Scenic drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains
Day 2: Fez. Today is all about exploring, a full day to experience the city. See the magnificent Royal Palace, tour the walls of the fascinating Medina of Fez or haggle for a beautiful Moroccan carpet! (B) See the Royal Palace, the Medina & the local markets Visit the Co-operative of handmade carpets M Moroccan dinner with belly dancing show
Day 4: Marrakech. A full day to enjoy this vibrant city & soak up the history & tradition. With a free afternoon, you could wander through the historic city, hit the world famous souks or opt to enjoy a haman. (B) See Koutoubia Mosque & bustling Jamaa el-Fna Square M Marrakech by night & dinner
Day 3: Fez to Marrakech. See more of Morocco as we head south to Marrakech. On the way you’ll pass through the green oasis of Ifrane, and
Day 5: Depart Marrakech. Time to swap email addresses & say goodbye to your new Contiki buddies as your trip ends after breakfast. (B)
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EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Guided local tour of the Medina of Fez • Guided local tour of Marrakech & visit the Bahia Palace Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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LOCAL CULTURE Grab a cocktail on a roof terrace in Marrakech, head to Kechmara for a relaxing vibe after a long day haggling in the souks.
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Marrakech Cost A$ pp*
Fez
12 19 2 9 16 23 30 7
Finish
Total
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
995 995 995 995 965 965 965 965
Marrakech Cost A$ pp*
2016
2016 May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
Start Fez
May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
16 23 6 13 20 27 4 11
939 965 965 965 965 965 965 995
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
14 21 28 4 11 25 8 22
18 25 1 8 15 29 12 26
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWMO Start Fez
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Marrakech Cost A$ pp*
2016 Oct 26 Nov 30
Start
Finish
Total
Jan Jan Feb Apr
945 945 875 899
Marrakech Cost A$ pp*
Fez
2017 Oct 30 Dec 4
925 899
Jan Jan Feb Mar
6 12 22 29
10 16 26 2
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBMO - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$325. WWMO - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$325. Trip starts 6:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am For more ways to save see p.26.
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For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.For travel insurance see p.179.
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2 CAIRO EZ SU OF LF GU
Giza Sakkara
1
EGYPT
ILE EN TH
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SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBEG Start
Finish
Cairo
Cairo
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Cairo
Cairo
A$ pp*
2016 Apr 2 Apr 16 Apr 30 May 14 May 28 Jun 11 Jun 25
1 LUXOR Esna
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HOW MUCH & WHEN
RED SEA
EDFU 1 Kom Ombo
1 ASWAN LAKE NASSER
Apr Apr May May Jun Jun Jul
9 23 7 21 4 18 2
1865 1865 1865 1915 1965 1965 1965
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Jul 9 Jul 23 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 3 Sep 17 Oct 1
Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct
16 30 13 27 10 24 8
2009 2009 2009 1965 1965 1965 1965
Start
Finish
Cairo
Cairo
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Cairo
Cairo
A$ pp*
Great Pyramids of Giza
8 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM A$1759 PP* A$220 P/DAY*
2016 Oct 22 Nov 5 Nov 19 Dec 3 Dec 24 Dec 31
Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Jan
29 12 26 10 31 7
1839 1815 1815 1815 1865 1865
Total Cost
Jan Feb Feb Mar Mar
21 4 18 4 18
1865 1759 1759 1759 1795
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
Day 1: Arrive Cairo. Check-in to the hotel & explore Egypt’s buzzing capital before meeting up with your Contiki crew. Day 2: Cairo overnight train to Aswan. A Local Guide will take you back to ancient Egypt, gaze in awe at the Sphinx & the monumental Pyramids of Giza. (B, D) Visit the Egyptian Museum in Cairo Day 3: Nile Cruise - Aswan. Board our Nile Cruise then opt to take a tour of Aswan to see the Unfinished Obelisk & High Dam. After being treated to a ride on a traditional felucca sailboat, kick back or explore the souk. (B, L, D) Day 4: Nile Cruise - Aswan to Edfu. Today choose to visit the magnificent temples of Abu
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Simbel – the most complete example of ancient Egyptian architecture. Then cruise on down the river Nile to Edfu. (B, L, D) M View Kom Ombo, the Temple of Two Gods M Visit Abu Simbel’s Temple of Ramses II Day 5: Nile Cruise - Edfu to Luxor. Stop in Edfu to see the Temple of Horus the Avenger. Then on to Luxor & the Avenue of the Sphinxes (B, L, D) Day 6: Luxor to Hurghada . Be amazed by the sheer volume of famous monuments around Luxor, including the Valley of the Kings before we hit beachside Hurghada. (B, D) See the the Colossos of Memnon M Guided visit of the Temple of Karnak
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3 nights in hotels, 1 night twin-berth sleep couchette train (Cairo to Aswan), 3 night Nile Cruise
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7 continental breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 5 three-course dinners (D)
A$ pp*
2017 Jan 14 Jan 28 Feb 11 Feb 25 Mar 11
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$200. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
INCLUDED MEALS
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WTEG
EGYPT & THE NILE
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travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. BBEG - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$570. WTEG - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$539. Note: Single room supplement does not apply to night 2. Overnight train cabins are twin-share only. Trip starts 7:00pm & ends approx. 8:00am in Cairo. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
Day 7: Hurghada to Cairo. Today it’s back to Cairo for a final night on the town. (B) Day 8: Depart Cairo. The trip ends after breakfast. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
INCLUSIONS • Transfer from airport to hotel on arrival Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions. 3 World Heritage sites visited
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THE NILE CRUISE Cruise the Nile in style! With luxury cabins, with private showers, WC, TVs & air-con. The ship features a pool, sun deck, loungers, bars & party areas.
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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
A
START SPLIT
Dubrovnik HUNGARY
BUDAPEST 2
SNAPSHOT
ROMANIA
SLOVENIA
1 LJUBLJANA
1 TIMISOARA
CROATIA
14
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 14 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
15 DAYS 7 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$3185 A$213
P/DAY*
20
INCLUDED MEALS
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS
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SERBIA Srebenica
2 SARAJEVO Mostar
DUBROVNIK 2
MONTENEGRO
Kotor
NEW TRIP
2 BUDVA
ADRIATIC SEA
6 World Heritage sites visited
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Split . Check-in to your hotel & head out to explore before getting to know your Contiki crew over dinner. (D) Day 2: Split to Dubrovnik. Enjoy a free morning before our drive down the scenic Dalmatian coastline to Dubrovnik. (B) See Diocletian’s Palace M Dinner cruise
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Day 3: Dubrovnik. Re-create your favourite Game of Thrones moment in this eye-catching UNESCO World Heritage Site. Or relax at a hidden rock bar behind the city walls. (B) See the fortified city & old port M Dubrovnik City Walls Sea Kayaking
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• Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik • Stay in a beach resort hotel in Budva • See the sights on a locally guided walking tour of Sarajevo • Driving city tour of Budapest • Goulash cooking lesson & dinner • Entry into the Plitvice Lakes Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
1 BELGRADE
BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA
SPLIT 2
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$330. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
14 breakfasts (B), 4 three-course dinners (D), 2 Regional Dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
PLITVICE LAKES 1
Day 4: Dubrovnik to Budva . Head to Montenegro and Kotor. Later we arrive in Budva to sample the picturesque coastal town & nightlife. (B,D) Day 5: Budva . Discover the Old Town & beaches where you can swim in the turquoise waters. (B,D) Day 6: Budva to Sarajevo via Mostar. Stop in Mostar, then it’s Sarajevo next, a city hit by war but now a cool & fashionable destination. (B,RD) Walk across Mostar Bridge
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Day 7: Sarajevo. See the after-effects of war & visit the historical landmarks that shape this remarkable city on our walking tour. (B) Day 8: Sarajevo to Belgrade via Srebrenica . Travel to Belgrade to enjoy the town’s festive vibe & party on one of Belgrade’s floating bars. (B) Pay respect at Srebrenica See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town
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Day 9: Belgrade to Timisoara . Today we cross the border in to Romania to explore Timisoara. (B,RD) See the Huniade Castle & Maria Theresa Bastion
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Day 10: Timisoara to Budapest. Sightseeing of Budapest then launch into Budapest’s nightlife & live it up like the locals by heading to a riverside club or a happening ‘ruins’ bar. (B) See the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion M Scenic dinner river cruise
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Day 11: Budapest . Embrace this fascinating city split by the river Danube into the hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. (B) Guided tour of the House of Terror Museum
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Day 12: Budapest to Ljubljana . Today we’re onto Slovenia’s capital with its young, vibrant student culture. (B) See the castle & old town
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Day 13: Ljubljana to Plitvice Lakes. Off to Plitvice Lakes with sixteen lakes, amazing waterfalls, & surrounding forest, you’ll be blown away by its beauty. (B,D) Visit the UNESCO Plitvice Lake
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Day 14: Plitvice to Split . Make your last night one to remember, soak up Split’s ultra cool vibes & get amongst it at a waterfront nightstop. (B) M Croatian farewell feast Day 15: Depart Split. The trip ends after breakfast. (B)
Places visited Nightstops
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HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBCH Start
Finish
Split
Split
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Split
Split
A$ pp*
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul
28 11 25 9 23
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug
11 25 9 23 6
3185 3185 3185 3325 3325
Aug Aug Sep Sep
6 20 3 17
Aug Sep Sep Oct
20 3 17 1
3325 3199 3199 3199
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost.
Single room supplement of A$1109 on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
HUNGARY
BUDAPEST 2
ROMANIA
SLOVENIA
1 LJUBLJANA PLITVICE LAKES 1
BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA
SPLIT 2
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
1 TIMISOARA
CROATIA
1 BELGRADE
SERBIA Srebenica
2 SARAJEVO
Mostar
DUBROVNIK 2 Kotor
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6 World Heritage sites visited 1
MONTENEGRO
2 BUDVA
ADRIATIC SEA
Places visited Nightstops
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Budapest
START BUDAPEST
SNAPSHOT
15 DAYS 7 COUNTRIES
Day 12: Belgrade to Timisoara . Today we cross the border in to Romania to explore Timisoara, a meeting point between east & west. (B,RD) See the Huniade Castle & Maria Theresa Bastion
FROM
PP*
A$3015 A$201
•
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$305. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
NEW TRIP
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Budapest to Ljubljana . Today we’re making our way to Slovenia’s capital with its young, vibrant student culture. (B) See the castle & old town
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Day 2: Ljubljana to Plitvice Lakes. Off to Plitvice Lakes, with its sixteen lakes, amazing waterfalls, & surrounding forest, you’ll be blown away by the beauty of the area. (B,D) Visit the UNESCO Plitvice Lake
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Day 3: Plitvice to Split . On to Split the largest city of Dalmatia. Soak up Split’s ultra cool vibes & get amongst it at a waterfront night stop. (B) M Croatian feast Day 4: Split . Today is a free day to enjoy Split. Why not head to the local beach or see one of the famous islands on the Dalmatian Coastline to enjoy the warm waters. (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace
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Day 5: Split to Dubrovnik. Drive along the scenic Dalmatian coastline to Dubrovnik. Tonight is your opportunity to taste the delights that gives this city the name ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. (B) M Scenic dinner river cruise Day 6: Dubrovnik. With Baroque buildings, museums & monasteries, re-create your favourite Game of Thrones moment in this eye-catching UNESCO World Heritage Site in your free time today. Or take the opportunity to relax at a cool rock bar hidden behind the city walls. (B)
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• See the fortified city and old port
M Dubrovnik City Walls Sea Kayaking Day 7: Dubrovnik to Budva . Today we head to Montenegro & the fortified town of Kotor. Later we arrive in Budva, to enjoy this picturesque coastal town and nightlife. (B,D) Scenic drive along the most southern fjords of Europe
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Day 8: Budva . Today is free to explore Budva & all the great things it has to offer. Discover the Old Town & beaches where you can swim in the turquoise waters. (B,D)
Day 13: Timisoara to Budapest. We’ll head north into Hungary to the “Paris of the East”, Budapest. Launch into Budapest’s nightlife & live it up like the locals by heading to a riverside bar or a happening club. (B) See Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the church of St. Matthias, the Chain bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion M Scenic dinner river cruise
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Day 14: Budapest . All your senses are surrounded by the history of this fascinating city split by the river Danube into the hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. (B,RD) Guided tour of the House of Terror Museum
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HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBBB Start
Finish
Budapest
Budapest
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Budapest
Budapest
A$ pp*
INCLUDED MEALS 14 breakfasts (B), 4 three-course dinners (D), 2 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
2016 8 22 6 20
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Jun Jul Jul Aug
22 6 20 3
3015 3015 3089 3089
Aug Aug Aug Sep
3 17 31 14
Aug Aug Sep Sep
17 31 14 28
3089 3015 3015 3015
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of A$1049 based on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in Budapest & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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Day 10: Sarajevo. Visit the cultural & historical landmarks that shape this city on our walking tour. Then you have a free afternoon to explore before enjoying the nightlife. (B) See the after effects of the 90’s war Day 11: Sarajevo to Belgrade via Srebrenica . A stop at Srebrenica. Then in to Serbia to Belgrade & its combination of medieval & modern architecture. Tonight, enjoy the town’s festive vibe & party on one of Belgrade’s floating bars. (B) Pay respect at Srebrenica See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town
14 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Day 9: Budva to Sarajevo via Mostar. Into Bosnia to Mostar to view its iconic bridge. Sarajevo next, a city hit by war but now a cool & happening destination. (B,RD) Walk across Mostar Bridge
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NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Day 15: Depart Budapest. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
Jun Jun Jul Jul
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* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Walking tour of Ljubljana • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik • Stay in beach resort hotel in Budva • See the sights on a locally guided walking tour of Sarajevo Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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SNAPSHOT
BUDAPEST 2
11
11 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA
SPLIT 1
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBCB
1 TIMISOARA
CROATIA
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
HOW MUCH & WHEN
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
ROMANIA
1 BELGRADE Srebenica
Mostar
SERBIA
MONTENEGRO
Kotor
1
Places visited Nightstops
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Locally guided walking tour of Dubrovnik • Stay in beach resort hotel in Budva • Guided tour of the House of Terror Museum in Budapest 5 World Heritage sites visited
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BALKANS DISCOVERY
Budva
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$245. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
NEW TRIP
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Split . Check-in to your hotel, drop off your stuff & head out to explore before getting to know your Contiki crew over dinner. (D) Day 2: Split to Dubrovnik. Enjoy the morning before our drive down the scenic Dalmatian coastline to Dubrovnik. (B) See Diocletian’s Palace M Scenic dinner river cruise
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Day 3: Dubrovnik. Re-create your favourite Game of Thrones moment in this eye-catching UNESCO World Heritage Site today. Or relax at a hidden rock bar behind the city walls. (B) See the fortified city and old port M City walls sea kayaking
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1
3
Places visited Nightstops
Day 4: Dubrovnik to Budva . Head to Montenegro and Kotor. Later we arrive in Budva, to sample the picturesque coastal town & nightlife. (B,D) Scenic drive along the southernmost fjords of Europe Day 5: Budva . Discover the Old Town & beaches where you can swim in the turquoise waters. (B,D) Day 6: Budva to Sarajevo via Mostar. Stop in Mostar, Sarajevo next, a city hit by war but now a cool & fashionable destination. (B,RD) Walk across Mostar Bridge Day 7: Sarajevo. Visit the cultural & historical landmarks that shape this city on our walking tour. Then you have a free afternoon to explore. (B) See the after effects of the 90s war
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HUNGARY
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
Budapest
SLOVENIA
1 LJUBLJANA CROATIA
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
8 22 6 20 3
2399 2399 2399 2469 2469
Aug Aug Sep Sep
17 31 14 28
2469 2409 2409 2409
SPLIT 1
Ljubljana
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
4 DAYS 3 COUNTRIES FROM A$825 PP* A$207 P/DAY*
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
• Walking tour of Ljubljana • Entry to the Plitvice Lakes
Day 1: Budapest to Ljubljana . Meet up with your Contiki Team & fellow travellers before we make our way to Slovenia’s capital with its young, vibrant student culture. (B) See the castle & old town
Day 3: Plitvice to Split . On to Split the largest city of Dalmatia. Make your last night one to remember, soak up Split’s ultra cool vibes & get amongst it at a waterfront nightstop. (B) M Croatian farewell feast
Day 2: Ljubljana to Plitvice Lakes. Off to Plitvice Lakes, with its sixteen lakes, amazing waterfalls, & surrounding forest, you’ll be blown away by the beauty of the area. (B,D) Visit the UNESCO Plitvice Lakes
Day 4: Depart Split. The trip end after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
NEW TRIP
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Day 9: Belgrade to Timisoara . Today we cross the border in to Romania to explore Timisoara, a meeting point between East & West. (B,RD) Day 10: Timisoara to Budapest. Sightseeing then launch into Budapest’s nightlife & live it up like the locals by heading to a riverside club or a happening ‘ruins’ bar. (B) See the Huniade Castle & Maria Theresa Bastion M Scenic dinner river cruise
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Day 11: Budapest . Embrace this fascinating city split by the river Danube into the hilltop Buda & the bustling Pest. (B) Goulash cooking class & dinner Day 12: Depart Budapest. The trip ends after breakfast. (B)
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HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBBC Start
Finish
Budapest
Split
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Budapest
Split
8 22 6 20 3
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug
11 25 9 23 6
825 825 849 849 849
Aug Aug Sep Sep
17 31 14 28
Aug Sep Sep Oct
20 3 17 1
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
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Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug
INCLUDED MEALS 3 breakfasts (B), 1 three-course dinner (D)
Day 8: Sarajevo to Belgrade via Srebrenica . A stop at Srebrenica. Then in to Serbia to Belgrade & its combination of medieval & modern architecture. Tonight, enjoy the town’s festive vibe & party on one of Belgrade’s floating bars. (B) Pay respect at Srebrenica See Kalemegdan Fortress & the historic old town
2016
4
#MINIBALKANS
Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 3 Sep 17
A$ pp*
1 PLITVICE LAKES
3 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
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Finish Budapest
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of A$839 based on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest.
12 DAYS 6 COUNTRIES FROM A$2399 PP* A$200 P/DAY*
SNAPSHOT
3 World Heritage sites visited
Start Split
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
11 breakfasts (B), 4 three-course dinners (D), 2 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Total Cost
ADRIATIC SEA
INCLUDED MEALS
INCLUSIONS
Budapest
2016 May 28 Jun 11 Jun 25 Jul 9 Jul 23
2 BUDVA
17
Finish
Split
A$ pp*
2 SARAJEVO
DUBROVNIK 2
Start
825 825 825 825
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single room supplement of A$285 based on twin-share trip price. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:30am in Budapest & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Plitvice Lakes
2 ISTANBUL Gallipoli
Troy
TURKEY
6 World Heritage sites visited 1
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
1 CANAKKALE
Places visited Nightstops
Pergamum
AEGEAN SEA
Athens
IZMIR 1 PAMUKKALE 1 KUSADASI 1 Ephesus
GREECE
Patmos
Hieropolis
Santorini Rhodes
Crete
TURKEY & GREEK ISLAND ODYSSEY 10 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES FROM
Pamukkale
SNAPSHOT
• See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini • Visit Santorini’s main town of Fira
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Day 10: Arrival into Athens. Return to Athens & enjoy breakfast before transferring into central Athens where the trip ends. Or, if you’re feeling up for it, there’s also an opportunity to opt in for a guided tour of the Acropolis. (B)
6 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation 3 nights on board a cruise ship
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
M Guided trip of the Minoan Palace of Knossos
PP*
A$2389 A$239
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$240. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Please note: Days 1 & 10 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
INCLUDED MEALS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Istanbul. Check-in to your hotel & meet up with your Contiki Team & fellow travellers this evening in Istanbul, a busy metropolis where East literally meets West. (D) Day 2: Istanbul. You’ll see an incredible mix of sights in this diverse city. There’s the opportunity to go local & take a traditional Turkish bath or for something really different, try an optional dinner complete with belly dancing! (B) Visit the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar & the Spice Market with a Local Guide See the Hagia Sofia, Topkapi Palace & Suleymaniye Mosque M Dinner & belly dancing
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Day 3: Istanbul to Canakkale. Pay your respects as you take a pilgrimage to the historic Gallipoli battlefields, before boarding a ferry across the Dardanelles to the quaint port city of Canakkale. (B,D) Journey along the Sea of Marmara Visit Lone Pine Cemetery See Anzac Cove
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Day 4: Cannakale to Izmir. Tread among the legendary ruins of Troy, setting of Homer’s ‘Iliad’ & ‘Odyssey’. Journey along Turkey’s beautiful coastline to see the ancient city of Pergamum. Tonight we stay in Homer’s birthplace of Izmir & enjoy the buzzing nightlife. (B,D) Scenic mountain drive to Pergamum, ancient capital of Asia Minor M Guided trip of the centuries-old ruins
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Day 5: Izmir to Pamukkale. Today there’s your chance to see the ancient spa town of Hieropolis & opt for a relaxing soak in the famous hot, bubbly pools of Pamukkale. (B,D) M Visit to the site of the thermal pools & hot springs Day 6: Pamukkale to Kusadasi. Get a feel for ancient Roman life in the classical city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities on the beautiful Mediterranean. Later, explore the port town of Kusadasi. (B) Visit a Turkish carpet factory See Kusadasi’s shopping bazaar & promenade
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Day 7: Kusadasi to Rhodes. Board your cruise ship & set sail to Rhodes via Patmos in the Greek Islands. (B,D) Day 8: Rhodes. Arrive at the sunniest island in the Aegean & spend the day exploring Medieval towns & cool little shops or relaxing on the stunning beaches. (B,L,D) See the fortified town of Rhodes M Tour of the traditional fishing village of Lindos & the medieval city of Rhodes
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Day 9: Cruising to Santorini via Crete. Drop by Crete en route to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, world-famous for its blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. (B,L,D) Visit Heraklion town on Crete
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9 continental/buffet breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 7 three-course dinners (D)
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBSL Start Istanbul
Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out Athens & Gratuities A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp*
Finish
Twin In Twin In A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 May11 Jun 1 Jun 15 Jun 29 Jul 6 Jul 13 Jul 27 Aug 10 Aug 24 Aug 31 Sep 14
May20 Jun 10 Jun 24 Jul 8 Jul 15 Jul 22 Aug 5 Aug 19 Sep 2 Sep 9 Sep 23
310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310
2369 2369 2369 2369 2429 2429 2429 2429 2369 2369 2369
2679 2679 2679 2679 2739 2739 2739 2739 2679 2679 2679
2079 2079 2079 2079 2135 2135 2135 2135 2079 2079 2079
2389 2389 2389 2389 2445 2445 2445 2445 2389 2389 2389
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or tripleshare). Or take a single supplement option: Add A$705 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or A$829 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Trip starts 7:00pm in Istanbul & ends approx. 8:00am in Athens. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & Anzac Cove Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Turkish bath experience M Volcano boat trip in Santorini M See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 3 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY
Mycenae
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A$1025 A$257
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Corinth
P/DAY*
IONIAN SEA
4 World Heritage sites visited
1 OLYMPIA
1
Places visited Nightstops
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
3 continental breakfasts (B), 2 three-course dinners (D)
Day 1: Arrive Athens. Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon getting a sneak peek of mythological Athens. This evening meet your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers. Visit the famous Plaka area M A traditional Athens affair
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INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Locally guided tour of Athens & the Acropolis • Learn about the Greek gods on our guided tour of Delphi Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS
Day 2: Athens to Olympia. Sightsee ancient Athens & feel the gritty urban soul of this bustling city before criss-crossing the beautiful, historic Peloponnese region en route to Olympia. (B,D) Guided tour of Athens including the Acropolis & Parthenon See the impressive Corinth Canal Guided tour of Mycenae, including the Palace of Agamemnon See the Acronauplia citadel at Nafplio
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Day 3: Olympia to Delphi. On your mark, get set, go! A Local Guide shows off the site of the first Olympic Games. This afternoon, cross the Corinthian Gulf & arrive in Delphi, the centre of the universe in ancient Greece. (B,D) Guided tour of Olympia including the Olympic Stadium & Temples of Hera & Zeus
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Day 4: Delphi to Athens. Be swept away by Delphi’s history, spectacular ruins & museum, as well as its beautiful location on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. We then return to Athens where the trip ends in the afternoon. (B) Guided tour of Delphi including the Temple of Apollo
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBBS Start
Finish
Athens
Athens
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Athens
Athens
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5 12 26 9 23 7 21
1025 1025 1055 1055 1055 1085 1085
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Please note: Day 1 has been designed to allow you to start the trip without needing an extra night of accommodation.
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct
1 15 29 12 26 10
Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
4 18 1 15 29 13
1085 1055 1055 1055 1055 1025
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Single room supplement of A$309 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price.
M Traditional meal in Athens Plaka area See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 6:00pm in Athens.
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For travel insurance see p.179.
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For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER GREECE MEDITERRANEAN SEA
ATHENS 3 MYKONOS 3
Finish Athens
Total Cost
2016
3 SANTORINI
+ GREEK ISLAND HOPPING
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Athens
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IOS 3
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SUMMER 2016 CODE: SPGI
May May May Jun Jun Jul
Places visited 1 Nightstops
2 9 23 6 20 4
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 B May 16 C May 25 B Jun 6 Jun 21 C Jul 6 B Jul 18
3629 3785 3725 3799 3875 3855
Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
18 Aug 2 1 C Aug 17 15 B Aug 29 29 Sep 13 12 C Sep 28
3935 4009 3725 3799 3875
15 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 15 nights in hotels
20 INCLUDED MEALS 15 continental breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling
16 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM A$3799 A$238 PP*
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$400. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Days 1 - 4: Athens to Athens. Refer to Spotlight on Greece map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.
Day 9: Mykonos to Santorini. Ferry to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini. (B,D)
Day 5: Athens. Explore more of Athens. (B)
Days 10 - 11: Santorini. Indulge in Santorini, famous for its breathtaking scenery. (B)(B)
Day 6: Athens to Mykonos. Ferry to Mykonos for sun & good times on this party island. Hotel (B,D) Days 7 - 8: Mykonos. Kick back on island time. Hotel (B)(B)
solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of A$1099 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. B - These departures stay one less night in Athens code: SPGIB. C - These departures stay one more night in Athens code: SPGIC. Note: for operational reasons, the Greek Island Hopping section of this trip may run in reverse. Days 1 & 16 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
Days 13 - 14: Ios. Relax & enjoy the beaches. (B)(B) Day 15: Ios to Athens. Set sail back to Athens. (B)
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Day 16: Depart Athens. The trip ends after breakfast. (B) For full details, see contiki.com
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Start
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Athens
Athens
Port Taxes Twin Out & Gratuities A$ pp* A$ pp*
Twin Out Total Cost A$ pp*
Twin In Twin In A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp*
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Crete
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SUMMER 2016 CODE: SPICR3
Mykonos
8 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES FROM A$2195 PP* A$275 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$235. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct
2 9 23 6 20 4 18 1 15 29 12 26 10
May May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct Oct
9 16 30 13 27 11 25 8 22 5 19 3 17
230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230 230
2209 2209 2265 2265 2265 2365 2365 2365 2265 2265 2265 2265 2209
2439 2439 2495 2495 2495 2595 2595 2595 2495 2495 2495 2495 2439
1965 1965 2015 2015 2015 2085 2085 2085 2015 2015 2015 2015 1965
2195 2195 2245 2245 2245 2315 2315 2315 2245 2245 2245 2245 2195
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
Day 6: Kusadasi to Crete via Patmos. Shop in the colourful bazaar or take an optional tour of Ephesus. (B,L,D)
4 World Heritage sites visited
Kusadasi
AEGEAN SEA
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Day 5: Athens to Kusadasi via Mykonos. Cruise to the island paradise of Mykonos. Later we sail to Turkey. (B,L,D)
• Ferry crossings (tourist class) & coach transfers Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Day 12: Santorini to Ios. Cruise to Ios. (B,D)
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
Days 1 - 4: Athens to Athens. Refer to Spotlight on Greece map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.
INCLUSIONS
Day 7: Crete to Santorini. Spend some time on Crete before arriving in Santorini, for spectacular island sunsets. (B,L,D) Day 8: Arrival to Athens. Your trip ends after breakfast & a transfer into Athens. For full details, see contiki.com. (B) For full details, see contiki.com
Single supplement option: Add A$585 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or A$659 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip it must be multi-entry.
7 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 4 nights in hotels, 3 nights on board a cruise ship
15 INCLUDED MEALS 7 continental breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions. 5 World Heritage sites visited
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Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
#SPOTLIGHTGREECE
SUMMER 2016 CODE: SPICR7
SNAPSHOT
Istanbul
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
ATHENS 1
SPOTLIGHT ON GREECE
Kusadasi Mykonos Santorini
+ 7 DAY GREEK ISLAND CRUISE
Symi Rhodes
Places visited 1 Nightstops
Finish
Athens
Athens
TURKEY
AEGEAN SEA Chios
GREECE
Start
Crete
12 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES FROM A$3335 PP* A$278 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$360. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
2016 May 2 May 13 May 9 May 20 May 23 Jun 3 Jun 6 Jun 17 Jun 20 Jul 1 Jul 4 ● Jul 15 Jul 18 ● Jul 29 Aug 1 ● Aug 12 Aug 15 ● Aug 26 Aug 29 Sep 9 Sep 12 Sep 23 Sep 26 Oct 7 Oct 10 Oct 21
Port Taxes Twin Out Twin Out & Gratuities A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp*
570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570 570
3429 3429 3515 3515 3515 3639 3639 3639 3515 3515 3515 3515 3429
3999 3999 4085 4085 4085 4209 4209 4209 4085 4085 4085 4085 3999
Twin In A$ pp*
Twin In Total Cost A$ pp*
2765 2765 2835 2835 2835 2935 2935 2935 2835 2835 2835 2835 2765
3335 3335 3405 3405 3405 3505 3505 3505 3405 3405 3405 3405 3335
● These trips will follow the Eastern Mediterranean Cruising
itinerary. Please see p.149 for more details.
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1 to Day 4: Athens to Athens. Refer to Spotlight on Greece map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite. Day 5: Athens to Istanbul. Cruise to Istanbul. (B,L,D) Day 6: Istanbul. Indulge in this diverse city. (B,L,D) Day 7: Kusadasi . Indulge in this diverse city. (B,L,D) Day 8: Santorini. Get ready for the breathtaking scenery. (B,L,D)
Day 9: Crete. Visit the largest of the Greek islands. (B,L,D) Day 10: Symi via Rhodes. Next up: Rhodes. (B,L,D) Day 11: Mykonos via Chios. Today it’s the party island of Mykonos. (B,L,D) Day 12: Arrival into Athens. Your trip ends after a transfer into central Athens. (B) For full details, see contiki.com
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Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single supplement option: Add A$795 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or A$985 to twinshare price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price). Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin share price.
11 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 5 nights in hotels, 6 nights on board a cruise ship
27 INCLUDED MEALS 11 continental breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L), 9 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions. 7 World Heritage sites visited
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Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens centre. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip it must be multi-entry. Days 1 & 12 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
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PP*
A$4445 A$203
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$405. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
5 World Heritage sites visited
1 GEIRANGER Lom
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Lillehammer
Sognefjord
GULF OF BOTHNIA
1 GJOVIK
1 VOSS
FINLAND
HELSINKI 1
Hardangervidda Region Lake Vanern
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2
NORWAY SWEDEN
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NORTH SEA
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MOSCOW 3 COPENHAGEN
BELARUS
POLAND Brest
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Boyabreen Glacier, Norway
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* START OR END BERLIN OPTION
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start Berlin/ Copenhagen. Meet your Contiki Team in Berlin this morning or later this afternoon in Denmark’s harbourside capital, Copenhagen, to begin your Scandic adventure. Hostel (D) Day 2: Copenhagen. Take in the sights at the vibrant waterfront area of Nyhavn this morning before some free time to wander through this cosmopolitan hub or feel the vibes in Christiania – the city’s modern hippy community. Tonight you could head to the famous Tivoli amusement park for some rides. Hostel (B) See the Little Mermaid, the Town Hall & the Royal Palace M Tour the Carlsberg Brewery
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Day 3: Copenhagen to Oslo. Today we’ll head to the Norwegian capital Oslo, where we’ll end the day checking out Gustav Vigeland’s quirky statue park. Hostel (B,D) Visit Gustav Vigeland Statue Park
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Day 4: Oslo. Start the day with an orientation tour of this harbourside city, followed by a relaxing afternoon checking out one of Oslo’s many museums. Hostel (B) Orientation tour of Oslo M Viking bike tour
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Day 5: Oslo to Voss. See the beautiful rugged landscapes as we journey across the Hardangervidda Plateau en route to Voss. Hostel (B) Day 6: Voss to Geiranger Fjord. You’ll be blown away by the sheer beauty of the mountains, fjords & glaciers as we head to Geiranger & its famous fjord. Hostel (B,D) See the Boyabreen Glacier
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Day 7: Geiranger Fjord to Gjovik. Travel on the picturesque Geiranger Fjord, then it’s on to Lom to see the famous 12th Century wooden stave church before a thrill at the Olympic lakeside town of Lillehammer – there’s your chance for an adrenaline rush on the bobsled track! Next up: Gjovik. Hotel (B,D) Cruise along the stunning Geiranger Fjord See one of the few remaining original medieval stave churches in Norway Visit the home of the 1994 Winter Olympics M Bobsled ride on the Olympic bobsled track
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Day 8: Gjovik to Stockholm. Today we head into Sweden past its largest lake, Lake Vanern. Hotel (B) Orientation tour of Stockholm M Ice Bar
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Day 9: Stockholm. After a guided tour of the Town Hall & Nobel Prize Banquet Room, the time is yours to hang out in this über-cool city. You could check out the Vasa warship, Skansen open-air museum or do some shopping in the city’s trendy stores. Hotel (B,D) Visit Gamla Stan (the Old Town) & see the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace M Guided tour of the Town Hall & Nobel Prize Banquet Room
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Day 10: Stockholm & sail to Helsinki. Relax or take in some last minute sightseeing before we board our luxury boat for our overnight cruise to Helsinki. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) M Smorgasbord dinner Day 11: Helsinki. This morning we dock in the quirky Finnish capital, Helsinki! See the city sights before your chance to explore. There are loads of museums, monuments & cool shops in this vibrant coastal city. Hotel (B)
the Sibelius Monument, the Olympic • See Stadium & Senate Square • Visit the ‘Church in the Rock’ Day 12: Helsinki to St. Petersburg. Pass through Finland’s pine forests & wilderness, before crossing over the border into Russia & reaching the “Venice of the North” – St. Petersburg. Hotel (B,D) Days 13 - 14: St. Petersburg. Check out the city sights & go local with two full days to explore – you’ll discover the riches & palacelined waterways of this impressive city. Maybe see the Russian Ballet, shop in local markets for Matryoshka dolls or tuck into the local specialities – beef stroganoff & vodka! Hotel (B)(B) See the St. Peter & St. Paul Fortress See the Church of Our Saviour on Spilled Blood Visit the Hermitage – one of the world’s largest art & culture museums Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens M Russian Ballet recital
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Day 15: St. Petersburg to Novgorod. Discover the picturesque ancient fort town of Novgorod, once the stronghold of the early Tsars. Hotel (B,D) Locally guided tour of Novgorod’s old town & see the Millennium Bell
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Day 16: Novgorod to Moscow. Stop in the township of Klin on the way to Russia’s spiritual, political & economic hub, Moscow. Hotel (B,D) See the famous composer Tchaikovsky’s house in Klin
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6 nights in quad-share hostels, 14 nights hotel upgrade, 1 night quad-share Baltic cruise (start Stockholm)
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCSR Start
Finish
Trip
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Warsaw or Berlin
A$ pp*
Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
3795 3885 3885 3885 4079 4079 4079 4079 4079 3985 3985
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650 650 650 650 650 650 650 650 650 650 650
4445 4535 4535 4535 4729 4729 4729 4729 4729 4635 4635
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14 4 18 25 2 9 16 30 6 20 27
4 25 9 16 23 30 6 20 27 10 17
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information see p.178.
Copy of passport required at the time of booking. Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this trip. It is your responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel. The fee for the Russian Visa will be an additional charge. Important Visa info: You’ll need a visa for Belarus, which can be obtained with the help of your TM on the trip. The fee for this visa will be an additional charge. Trip starts 7:00am in Berlin or 6:00pm in Copenhagen & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or 7:00pm in Berlin. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
Days 17 - 18: Moscow. Moscow is a richly layered city with history & culture at every turn. Witness the mix of ‘New’ & ‘Old’ Russia – architecture, culture & people. Hotel (B)(B) Visit Red Square, the Kremlin & see Lenin’s Mausoleum & St. Basil’s Cathedral Locally guided coach sightseeing tour of the city Guided tour of the famous Moscow Metro M Guided tour of Statue Park
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Day 19: Moscow to Minsk. Pass by the site of Napoleon’s historic battle with the Russians at Borodino & then cross the border into Belarus. Hotel (B,L,D) Day 20: Minsk to Warsaw. Cross the border into Poland & arrive in Warsaw. Hotel (B) Visit Brest Fortress – one of the most important Soviet World War II monuments
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Cruise stunning Geiranger Fjord • A locally guided tour of historical St. Petersburg • Visit the Peterhof Gardens & fountains • Locally guided tour of St. Petersburg’s Hermitage • Locally guided tour of Novgorod • Discover Moscow & the Kremlin on our locally guided tour • Guided Metro tour in Moscow • Locally guided tour of the old Jewish Ghetto & the medieval centre of Warsaw Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
M Viking bike ride in Oslo M Visit the Ice Bar in Stockholm M Neva River cruise in St.Petersburg M Guided tour of Peter & Paul Fortress in St. Petersburg M Russian dinner in Moscow M Guided tour of the Armoury museum in the Kremlin See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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Keep it flexible & choose where you want to start – either Berlin or Copenhagen. You can end your trip in either Warsaw or Berlin. Too easy.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Overnight cruise • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
ME TIME OPTIONS
Day 21: Warsaw. Warsaw’s past is amazing. See parts of the city that were totally reconstructed after being ruined in the war, as well as its colourful palaces, churches & mansions. Hotel (B,RD) Visit the old town, the monument to Chopin & hear tales of the Warsaw Uprising M Chopin concert
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INCLUDED MEALS 21 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 1 regional dinner: Polish feast in Warsaw (RD), 9 dinners (D)
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a done a bit of travelling in my time but this I’ve trip has got to be the best one so far. Norway is so beautiful, I could look at my pictures all day. Russia: WOW. It’s so different from any other country.
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Lom Lillehammer
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A$2525 A$211
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1 VOSS Hardangervidda Region
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HELSINKI 1
OSLO 2
Lake Vanern
NORWAY
2 STOCKHOLM
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SWEDEN
DENMARK BALTIC SEA
2 COPENHAGEN
NORTH SEA
GERMANY
BERLIN
Seven Sisters Waterfall, Norway
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1
SNAPSHOT
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start Berlin/ Copenhagen. Meet your Contiki Team in Berlin this morning or later this afternoon in Denmark’s harbourside capital, Copenhagen, to begin your Scandic adventure. Hostel (D)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCSH
6 nights in quad-share hostels, 4 nights hotel upgrade, 1 night quad-share Baltic cruise (end Helsinki option)
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* START OR END BERLIN OPTION + END HELSINKI OPTION
Day 2: Copenhagen. Take in the sights & the vibrant waterfront area of Nyhavn this morning before some free time to wander through this cosmopolitan hub or feel the vibes in Christiania – the city’s modern hippy community. Tonight you could head to the famous Tivoli amusement park for some rides. Hostel (B) See the Little Mermaid, the Town Hall & the Royal Palace M Tour the Carlsberg Brewery
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Day 3: Copenhagen to Oslo. Today we’ll head to the Norwegian capital Oslo, where we’ll end the day checking out Gustav Vigeland’s quirky statue park. Hostel (B,D) See the Gustav Vigeland Sculpture Park
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Day 4: Oslo. Start the day with an orientation tour of this harbourside city, followed by a relaxing afternoon checking out one of Oslo’s many museums. Hostel (B) Orientation tour of Oslo M Viking bike tour
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Day 5: Oslo to Voss. See the beautiful rugged landscapes as we journey through the Hardangervidda Plateau en route to Voss. Hostel (B) Day 6: Voss to Geiranger Fjord. You’ll be blown away by the sheer beauty of the mountains, fjords & glaciers as we head to Geiranger & its famous fjord. Hostel (B,D) See the incredible Boyabreen glacier See Sognefjord, the longest & most spectacular fjord in Norway
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Day 7: Geiranger Fjord to Gjovik. Travel on the picturesque Geiranger Fjord, then it’s on to Lom to see the famous 12th Century wooden stave church before a thrill at the Olympic lakeside
town of Lillehammer – there’s your chance for an adrenaline rush on the bobsled track! Next up: Gjovik. Hotel (B,D) Cruise along the stunning Geiranger Fjord See one of the few remaining original medieval stave churches in Norway Visit the home of the 1994 Winter Olympics M Bobsled ride on the Olympic bobsled track
• • •
Day 8: Gjovik to Stockholm. Today we head into the home of the Nobel Prize, Ikea, stylish locals, SAAB & of course… ABBA. It’s all about Sweden! Hotel (B) Scenic drive through unspoilt forests & lakes, known for bears, moose & wolves
•
Day 9: Stockholm. After a city sightseeing tour the time is yours to hang out in this über-cool city. You could check out the Vasa warship, Skansen open-air museum or do some shopping in the city’s trendy stores. Hotel (B,D) Visit Gamla Stan (the Old Town) & see the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace M Guided tour of the Town Hall & Nobel Prize Banquet Room
•
Day 10: Stockholm & sail to Helsinki. Relax or take in some last minute sightseeing before we board our luxury boat for our overnight cruise to Helsinki. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) M Smorgasbord dinner Day 11: Helsinki. This morning we dock in the quirky Finnish capital, Helsinki! See the city sights before your chance to explore. There are loads of museums, monuments & cool shops in this vibrant coastal city. Hotel (B) See the Sibelius Monument, the Olympic Stadium & Senate Square Visit the ‘Church in the Rock’
Start
Finish
Trip
Berlin or Cop’hagen
Helsinki
A$ pp*
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370 370
2525 2579 2579 2579 2689 2689 2689 2689 2689 2635 2635
2016 May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug
14 4 18 25 2 9 16 30 6 20 27
May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
2155 2209 2209 2209 2319 2319 2319 2319 2319 2265 2265
25 15 29 6 13 20 27 10 17 31 7
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCSS Start
Finish
Berlin or Cop’hagen
Stockholm
Trip A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330 330
1915 1955 1955 1955 2035 2035 2035 2035 2035 1995 1995
2016 May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug
14 4 18 25 2 9 16 30 6 20 27
May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
1585 1625 1625 1625 1705 1705 1705 1705 1705 1665 1665
22 12 26 3 10 17 24 7 14 28 4
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share, with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information please see p.178.
• •
Trip starts 7:00am in Berlin or 6:00pm in Copenhagen & ends approx. 12:00 noon in Stockholm or 8:00am in Helsinki.
Day 12: Depart Helsinki. Say your farewells & swap addresses as your trip ends after breakfast. (B)
For more ways to save see p.26.
Please note: Days 1 (starting Copenhagen) & 12 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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INCLUDED MEALS 11 breakfasts (B), 5 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Overnight cruise (end Helsinki) • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • See Hamlet’s Kronberg Castle • Take in breathtaking views as you cruise the stunning Geiranger Fjord • Visit Europe’s largest mountain plateau in Norway Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Viking bike ride in Oslo M Visit the Ice Bar in Stockholm See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
See more & extend your trip to Russia on our 22-day Scandinavia & Russia trip. See p.112-113
LOCAL CULTURE
SCANDINAVIA
Stockholm is the home of Scandi fashion, & international favourite H&M. You’ll be hard pressed to leave without taking home something for yourself, as Stockholm is home to 36 stores alone.
END STOCKHOLM - 9 DAYS FROM
A$1915
PP*
A$213
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$170 SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ SCANDI
STUCK FOR TIME? End your trip in Stockholm & visit 4 countries in 9 days. Trip code: CCSS. See price panel for departure dates & prices. Visit contiki.com/scandi-stockholm
Nyhavn, Copenhagen
Scandi is so different to the rest of Europe, absolutely breathtaking! It was some of the best 12 days of my life! Contiki trip itself was fantastic, well organised and I had the pleasure of the best trip manager in the world! Stevie (contiki.com/reviews)
YOUR CHOICE Keep it flexible & choose where you want to start – either Berlin or Copenhagen.
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RUSSIA PLUS 14 DAYS
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER FINLAND
HELSINKI 1
FROM
Petrodvorets
PP*
A$2895 A$207
P/DAY*
SWEDEN
3 ST PETERSBURG
1
1 STOCKHOLM
1 NOVGOROD
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$265. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS RUSSIA
#RUSSIAPLUS
NORTH SEA
BALTIC SEA
Klin
MOSCOW 3 BELARUS
1 MINSK
GERMANY POLAND
BERLIN
Brest
2 WARSAW
5 World Heritage sites visited 1
St. Petersburg, Russia
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city
SNAPSHOT
SWEDEN*/FINLAND/RUSSIA/BELARUS POLAND/GERMANY
13
+
* START STOCKHOLM + END BERLIN OPTION
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Stockholm. Check-in to your hotel & the afternoon is yours to explore. At 6:00pm, meet your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. Hotel (D)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCRS
Day 2: Stockholm & sail to Helsinki. Relax or take in some last-minute sightseeing before we board our luxury boat for our overnight cruise to Helsinki. Overnight Baltic Cruise (B) M Guided tour of the Town Hall & Nobel Prize Banquet Room Day 3: Helsinki. This morning we dock in the quirky Finnish capital, Helsinki! See the city sights before your chance to explore. There are loads of museums, monuments & cool shops in this vibrant coastal city. Hotel (B) See the Sibelius Monument, the Olympic Stadium & Senate Square Visit the ‘Church in the Rock’
• •
Day 4: Helsinki to St. Petersburg. Pass through Finland’s pine forests & wilderness, before crossing over the border into Russia & reaching the “Venice of the North” – St. Petersburg. Hotel (B,D) Days 5 - 6: St. Petersburg. Check out the city sights & go local with two full days to explore – you’ll discover the riches & palace-lined waterways of this impressive city. Maybe see the Russian Ballet, shop in local markets for Matryoshka dolls or tuck into the local specialties – beef stroganoff & vodka! Hotel (B)(B) See the Church of Our Saviour on Spilled Blood Visit the Hermitage – one of the world’s largest art & culture museums Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens M Russian Ballet recital
• • •
Day 7: St. Petersburg to Novgorod. Discover the picturesque ancient fort town of Novgorod, once the stronghold of the early Tsars. Hotel (B,D) Locally guided tour of Novgorod’s old town & see the Millennium Bell
Days 9 - 10: Moscow. Moscow is a richly layered city, with history & culture at every turn. Witness the mix of ‘New’ & ‘Old’ Russia – architecture, culture & people. Hotel (B)(B) Visit Red Square, the Kremlin & see Lenin’s Mausoleum & St. Basil’s Cathedral Locally guided coach sightseeing tour of the city M Tour of Statue Park M Visit the Kremlin Armoury
• •
Day 11: Moscow to Minsk. Pass by the site of Napoleon’s historic battle with the Russians at Borodino & then leave Russia for Belarus. (B,L,D) Day 12: Minsk to Warsaw. Cross the border into Poland & arrive in Warsaw. Hotel (B) Visit Brest Fortress – one of the most important Soviet World War II monuments
•
Day 13: Warsaw. Warsaw’s past is amazing. See parts of the city that were totally reconstructed after being ruined in the war, as well its colourful palaces, churches & mansions. Hotel (B,RD) Visit the old town, the monument to Chopin & hear tales of the Warsaw Uprising
•
Day 14: Depart Warsaw/Berlin. The trip ends after breakfast in Warsaw, or catch a complimentary transfer to Berlin where your trip ends upon arrival. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 14 (ending Warsaw) have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
•
Finish
Trip
Warsaw or Berlin
A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
22 12 26 3 10 17 24 7 14 28 4
Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
2555 2555 2555 2679 2679 2679 2679 2679 2615 2615 2615
4 25 9 16 23 30 6 20 27 10 17
340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340 340
2895 2895 2895 3019 3019 3019 3019 3019 2955 2955 2955
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCRH Start
Finish
Trip
Helsinki
Warsaw or Berlin
A$ pp*
Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
2235 2235 2235 2345 2345 2345 2345 2345 2285 2285 2285
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300
2535 2535 2535 2645 2645 2645 2645 2645 2585 2585 2585
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
24 14 28 5 12 19 26 9 16 30 6
4 25 9 16 23 30 6 20 27 10 17
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share,
SEE EVEN MORE See more & extend your trip to Russia on our 22 day Scandinavia & Russia trip. See p.112-113
•
Day 8: Novgorod to Moscow. Stop into the township of Klin on the way to Russia’s spiritual, political & economic hub, Moscow. Hotel (B,D) See the famous composer Tchaikovsky’s house in Klin
Start Stockholm
12 nights in hotels 1 night quad-share Baltic cruise
YOUR CHOICE Keep it flexible! You can end your trip in either Warsaw or Berlin.
with many free upgrades to twin-share, for more information please see p.178.
Copy of passport required at the time of booking. Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian Visa for this trip. It is your responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel. The fee for the Russian Visa will be an additional charge. Important Visa info: You’ll need a visa for Belarus, which can be obtained with the help of your TM on the trip. The fee for this visa will be an additional charge. Trip starts 6:00pm in Stockholm or 2:00pm in Helsinki & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or 7:00pm in Berlin. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
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INCLUDED MEALS 13 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch, 1 regional dinner: Polish feast in Warsaw (RD), 5 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Overnight cruise (start Stockholm) • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • A locally guided tour of historical St. Petersburg • Locally guided tour of the Hermitage, former home of the Russian Tsars • Locally guided tour of Novgorod • Discover the rich history & culture of Moscow & the Kremlin on our locally guided tour • Guided Metro tour in Moscow • Locally guided tour of the old Jewish Ghetto & the medieval centre of Warsaw Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
For travel insurance see p.179.
ME TIME OPTIONS
RUSSIA PLUS START HELSINKI - 12 DAYS FROM
A$2535
PP*
A$212
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$230 SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Warsaw
M Neva River cruise in St. Petersburg M Guided tour of Peter & Paul Fortress M Russian dinner in Moscow See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE
STUCK FOR TIME? Start your trip in Helsinki & visit 5 countries in 12 days. Trip code: CCRH See price panel opposite for departure dates & prices. Visit contiki.com/russia-helsinki
Head to GUM (pronounced goom), the largest & most over-the-top shopping mall in Moscow which began as a state-run department store. Stroll through the capacious, architecturally stunning hallways.
Absolutely amazing trip. Had the best time, everything was sorted out and timed great. The hotels were top quality and the food was great.
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Rebecca (contiki.com/reviews)
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KICK BACK AND COAST YOUR WAY AROUND EUROPE ON AN EASY PACE TRIP. FOR THE CASUAL CATS WHO KNOW THAT TIME TAKING IT EASY IS TIME WELL SPENT. INCLUDED • A minimum of 2-3 nights to relax in each destination, and less time travelling • Plenty of sleep-ins and breakfast daily* • Hours of dining on local eats at our favourite local haunts • More choice on how to stay including twin-share; a “room to myself” option for a little extra; and triple-share option to make your budget stretch further • A Trip Manager, Driver and access to Local Guides to ensure you’re wised-up for your wander around Europe • More inclusions – from the expected icons to the unexpected gems that only your leisurely pace can afford • Modern air-con coaches with powerpoints, on-board WiFi, movies and a killer sound system • An abundance of ME Time to dabble in DIY exploring, enjoy ME Time optionals or just hit a hammock for a bit of an unwind • Centrally located hotels for comfy overnights. See for yourself! Adria Hotel (Dubrovnik), Ibis Hotel Centrum (Prague, Krakow & Warsaw), NH Hotel (Munich), Timotel Porte de Clichy (Paris), Far Out Village Resort & Spa Hotel (Ios) plus many more… *(excluding Greek Island Adventurer)
WAYS TO STAY w
HOTELS
SPECIAL STOPOVERS
From A$157 per day
PLUS GREEK GUESTHOUSES From A$194 per day
New Trips
Watch at contiki.com/watch-easy-pace
Stay connected with WiFi at most Easy Pace overnights.
contiki.com/easy-pace
Winter Departures
18 TRIPS FROM 5 TO 22 DAYS
Budapest
OUR TRIPS London & Paris.............................................. w p.120 London & Paris + Amsterdam............... w p.121 London & Paris + Rome............................ w p.121 Amsterdam to Barcelona.............................. p.122 Best of Europe......................................................p.124 Mediterranean Escape .............................
p.126
Eastern Road.........................................................p.132
Mediterranean Escape + Greek Island Hopping ...........................
p.127
Mediterranean Escape + Greek Cruising ...........................................
p.127
Greek Island Hopping ......................................p.128 Greek Island Adventurer.................................p.130
Vienna & Budapest .................................... w p.134 Berlin & Prague ............................................. w p.135 Berlin & Prague + Vienna ........................ w p.136 Berlin to Budapest....................................... w p.137
Best of Russia .......................................................p.131
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LONDON & PARIS
EASY PACE NORTH SEA NETHERLANDS ENGLAND
2 AMSTERDAM
LONDON 3
Dover Calais
ENGLISH CHANNEL
BELGIUM
Valley of the Somme
PARIS 3
+
2
Versailles
FRANCE
4 World Heritage sites visited 1
ITALY
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city
ROME 3
Paris
SNAPSHOT
6
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 6 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
7 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$1465 A$210
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$190. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
8
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBGE Start
Finish
London
Paris
Total Cost
Start
Finish
London
Paris
A$ pp*
INCLUDED MEALS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
6 continental breakfasts (B), 2 three-course dinners (D)
Day 1: Arrive London. Check-in to your hotel & the afternoon is yours to explore. Later, meet your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner, then see the city on an included sightseeing tour. (D) Sightseeing tour of London, see Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace
INCLUSIONS
•
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Experience a famous West End musical in London • ‘Paris by Night’ tour & head to the top of the Eiffel Tower • Guided tour of King Louis XIV’s Palace of Versailles • 300km/h high speed train trip (Amsterdam extension only) Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
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Days 2 - 3: London. Get set for a couple of action-packed days – explore the city’s traditional icons, famous sights & historical landmarks as well as catch a West End musical. There’s free time to shop, explore vibrant neighbourhoods, or perhaps choose to catch a bird’s eye view of it all from the London Eye. (B)(B) 2-day passes for the London Underground Locally guided “Jack the Ripper’ tour M London Eye M Tower of London
• •
Day 4: London to Paris. Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
• •
Days 5 - 6: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticated city for two whole days & find magic, romance & history in everything from the breezy boulevards
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& impressive monuments, to the great works of art & magic lights. Take a trip to the illustrious Palace of Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. (B)(B) Visit a French perfumery M Cabaret show & three-course dinner
•
Day 7: Depart Paris. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to swap email addresses & say “au revoir” to your new friends. (B)
2016 Apr 2 Apr 16 Apr 30 May 7 May 14 May 21 Jun 4 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 2
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
8 22 6 13 20 27 10 17 24 1 8
1749 1749 1749 1795 1795 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1905
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Sep 3 Sep 10 Sep 17 Sep 24
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
15 22 29 12 19 26 9 16 23 30
1905 1905 1905 1905 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWGE Start
Finish
London
Paris
Total Cost
Start
Finish
London
Paris
A$ pp*
2016 Oct 15 Oct 21 Oct 22 Oct 28 Nov 5 Nov 11 Nov 19 Nov 25 Dec 3 ★ Dec 9 Dec 17 ★ Dec 23 Dec 27 ★ Jan 2
1549 1549 1515 1515 1515 1585 1585
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Dec 30 ★ Jan 5 2017 Jan 7 Jan 13 Jan 21 Jan 27 Feb 18 Feb 24 Mar 18 Mar 24
1585 1585 1465 1465 1515
* 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. BBGE - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$495. WWGE - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$395. Trip starts 5:00pm in London & ends approx. 8:00am in Paris. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 -Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
SNAPSHOT
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBGP
EASY PACE
Start
Finish
London
Paris
Total Cost
Start
Finish
London
Paris
A$ pp*
LONDON & PARIS
2016
+ PARIS EXTENSION
9 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES FROM A$1785 PP* A$199 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$230. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Days 7 - 8: Paris. Check out this avant-garde city for a couple more days. Using your included Metro pass, shop in stylish boutiques for the hottest Parisian fashions, peruse world-renowned museums like the Louvre or the Pompidou Centre & savour delicious gourmet food. Or day trip to
2 16 30 7 14 21 4 11 18 25 2
A$ pp*
2016 Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
10 24 8 15 22 29 12 19 26 3 10
2145 2145 2145 2199 2199 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2335
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
9 16 23 6 13 20 3 10 17 24
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
17 24 31 14 21 28 11 18 25 2
2335 2335 2335 2335 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255
a nearby attraction like Disneyland Paris, the Champagne region, or the Monet gardens in Giverny. (B)(B) 2-day pass on the Paris Metro
•
Day 9: Depart Paris. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “au revoir” to your new friends. (B) Please note: The Paris extension section of this trip is unescorted.
Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec
15 Oct 23 22 Oct 30 5 Nov 13 19 Nov 27 3 ★ Dec 11 17 ★ Dec 25 27 ★ Jan 4
1885 1885 1835 1835 1835 1929 1929
Dec 30 ★ Jan 7
1929
2017 Jan 7 Jan 21 Feb 18 Mar 18
1929 1785 1785 1839
15 29 26 26
BBGP - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$605. WWGP - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$479 ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
Start
Finish
London
LONDON & PARIS
2016
+ AMSTERDAM EXTENSION
9 DAYS 4 COUNTRIES FROM A$1899 A$211 PP*
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$250. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Days 1 - 6: London to Paris. Refer to London & Paris itinerary & sightseeing on p.120. Days 7 - 8: Paris to Amsterdam. Hop on the high-speed train & head to the Netherland’s freewheeling, vibrant capital city, Amsterdam. Check out the museums, cool cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. Grab a bike & hit the streets to explore like the locals. (B)(B)
Total
Amsterdam Cost A$ pp*
to station & train to Amsterdam • Transfer to Amsterdam hotel • Transfer • 2-day public transport pass Day 9: Depart Amsterdam. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B) Please note: You’ll travel independently by train & will be met by a Contiki Representative in Amsterdam & transferred to your hotel. Your stay in Amsterdam is unescorted.
EASY PACE
Apr Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
2 16 30 7 14 21 4 11 18 25 2
10 24 8 15 22 29 12 19 26 3 10
2299 2299 2299 2365 2365 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2509
Start
Finish
London
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
9 16 23 6 13 20 3 10 17 24
Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
+ ROME EXTENSION
10 DAYS 3 COUNTRIES FROM A$2199 PP* A$220 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$235. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Days 1 - 6: London to Paris. Refer to London & Paris itinerary on p.120.
Colosseum. Hit the shops or gorge on delicious gelato. (B)(B)
Day 7: Paris to Rome. Transfer to the airport for your flight. Check-in, then head out & explore. (B) Transfer to airport & flight to Rome 3-day pass on the Rome Metro
Day 10: Depart Rome. The trip ends after breakfast. (B)
• •
Days 8 - 9: Rome. Use your Metro pass to get out & see the ancient sights, from the Vatican to the
Please note: You’ll travel independently by plane to Rome, then transferred to your hotel where you will be met by a Contiki Representative. Your stay in Rome is unescorted.
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Total
Amsterdam Cost A$ pp*
17 24 31 14 21 28 11 18 25 2
2509 2509 2509 2509 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425 2425
8 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 8 nights twin-share hotel accommodation Train journey & transfer to hotel
10 INCLUDED MEALS 8 continental breakfasts (B), 2 three-course dinners (D)
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWGA
INCLUSIONS
2016
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec
2016
15 Oct 23 22 Oct 30 5 Nov 13 19 Nov 27 3 ★ Dec 11 17 ★ Dec 25 27 ★ Jan 4
1999 1999 1959 1959 1959 2055 2055
Dec 30 ★ Jan 7
2055
2017 Jan 7 Jan 21 Feb 18 Mar 18
2055 1899 1899 1959
Jan Jan Feb Mar
15 29 26 26
5 World Heritage sites visited
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BBGA - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$649. WWGA - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$515. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
#LONDONANDPARIS
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBGR
SNAPSHOT
Start
Finish
London
Rome
Total Cost
Start
Finish
London
Rome
A$ pp*
LONDON & PARIS
8 continental breakfasts (B), 2 three-course dinners (D)
SNAPSHOT
2016 Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
10 INCLUDED MEALS
4 World Heritage sites visited Jan Jan Feb Mar
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBGA
EASY PACE
8 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
2016
2016
8 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
INCLUSIONS
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWGP
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Days 1 - 6: London to Paris. Refer to London & Paris itinerary & sightseeing on p.120.
Apr Apr Apr May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul
Total Cost
2016 Apr 2 Apr 16 Apr 30 May 7 May 14 May 21 Jun 4 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 2
Apr Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul
11 25 9 16 23 30 13 20 27 4 11
2425 2425 2425 2489 2489 2555 2555 2555 2555 2555 2645
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Sep 3 Sep 10 Sep 17 Sep 24
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
18 25 1 15 22 29 12 19 26 3
2645 2645 2645 2645 2555 2555 2555 2555 2555 2555
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWGR 2016 Oct 15 Oct 24 Oct 22 Oct 31 Nov 5 Nov 14 Nov 19 Nov 28 Dec 3 ★ Dec 12 Dec 17 ★ Dec 26 Dec 27 ★ Jan 5
2335 2335 2275 2275 2275 2395 2395
2016 Dec 30 ★ Jan 8 2017 Jan 7 Jan 16 Jan 21 Jan 30 Feb 18 Feb 27 Mar 18 Mar 27
9 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 9 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
11 INCLUDED MEALS 9 continental breakfasts (B), 2 three-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS 2395 2395 2199 2199 2275
* All prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex roommate at no extra charge. BBGR - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$675 WWGR - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$595. Trips start 5:00pm & end approx. 8:00am. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions. 5 World Heritage sites visited
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AMSTERDAM TO BARCELONA
EASY PACE
NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
11 DAYS
BELGIUM
FROM
PP*
A$2775 A$253
P/DAY* Champagne Region
2 PARIS
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$295. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Burgundy Region SWITZ
#AMSTERDAMTOBARCELONA
FRANCE
LUCERNE 2 Swiss Alps ITALY
Monaco
SPAIN
2 FRENCH RIVIERA MEDITERRANEAN SEA
BARCELONA 2
3 World Heritage sites visited 1
Paris
Places visited Nightstops
SNAPSHOT
NETHERLANDS/BELGIUM*/FRANCE SWITZERLAND/ITALY*/MONACO/SPAIN
10 * IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam. Check-in to your hotel & explore this free-wheeling, vibrant city. Later, meet up with your Contiki Team. (D)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBAB
Day 2: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, worldfamous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house See the city’s canals & gable houses by night M Evening canal cruise with dinner
• •
Day 3: Amsterdam to Paris. Journey through Belgium, past Waterloo & into the glittering “City of Lights.” (B,D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
•
Day 4: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) M Cabaret show & dinner Day 5: Paris to Lucerne. Pass through the lush vineyards of Burgundy to the breathtaking Swiss Alps (B,D) Day 6: Lucerne. Wake up in lakeside Lucerne. You could head to the Alps for panoramic views, hit the shops for watches, chocolate & Swiss Army knives, or sit café side & relax overlooking the lake & famous wooden Chapel Bridge. (B) See the wooden Chapel Bridge View the Lion Monument M Private cruise on stunning Lake Lucerne
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Day 7: Lucerne to French Riviera. Today we drive through Italy before reaching the glamorous French Riviera. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery
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Day 8: French Riviera. Do as the locals do – stroll through outdoor markets, shop the upscale boutiques & sun worship on the beach. Later rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! (B) See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 9: French Riviera to Barcelona. Travel through France’s rustic Provence region, over the Pyrénées Mountains to Mediterranean Barcelona. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 10: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing trip. It’s food, fiesta, fashion & fun everywhere from Gaudí’s amazing architecture to the buzz of La Rambla. Tonight, feel the passion at an unforgettable optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex M Flamenco show with dinner & drinks
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10 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
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Amsterdam Barcelona
A$ pp*
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6 20 3 17 24 1
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 May May Jun Jun Jul Jul
16 30 13 27 4 11
2775 2875 2875 2875 2875 2975
Jul Jul Jul Aug Sep
8 15 29 19 2
Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
18 25 8 29 12
2975 2975 2975 2845 2845
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Single room supplement of A$875 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 5:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 8:00am in Barcelona. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
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INCLUDED MEALS 10 continental breakfasts (B), 5 three-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
For travel insurance see p.179.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS
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• Locally guided bike tour past windmills, canals & dijks through cheese-making Edam • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Guided tour of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
Day 11: Depart Barcelona. Swap email addresses & say farewell to your newfound friends as your trip ends after breakfast. (B)
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Journey to the top of the Swiss Alps (weather dependent) M Dine near the Royal Palace of Monaco See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE When in Nice try the socca (chickpea crêpe) for a suprisingly delicious local treat you can’t find anywhere else.
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Amsterdam
A great way to see some bucket-list cities. I had a great Trip Manager and Driver and that just made it better! Ricky S (contiki.com/reviews)
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Dresden BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
GERMANY
2 PRAGUE CZECH REP
3 PARIS
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7 World Heritage sites visited 1
ITALY
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12
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
* IN TRANSIT
12 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Paris. Check-in to your hotel & explore the stylish, cosmopolitan city of Paris for the afternoon. Later meet up with your Contiki Team & fellow travellers for dinner & evening sightseeing. (D) See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBTC
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Days 2 - 3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticated city for a couple of days & find magic, romance & history. Day trip to the illustrious Palace of Versailles & opt in for a cabaret show & dinner. (B)(B) See the Palace of Versailles (entrance not included) Visit a French perfumery
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Day 4: Paris to Amsterdam. Zip along in a high speed train headed for the Netherlands’ freewheeling, vibrant capital city, Amsterdam. (B,D) See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
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Day 5: Amsterdam. Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, worldfamous for its namesake cheese. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Bicycle tour of the Dutch countryside Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house M Evening canal boat cruise
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Day 6: Amsterdam to Berlin. Motor down the autobahn & get ready for a dose of über-cool in Berlin. Tonight, enjoy this cutting-edge city’s exploding arts, bar & club scene. (B,D) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building
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Day 7: Berlin. Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B) See the site of Checkpoint Charlie Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall M Locally guided historical walking tour
• •
Day 8: Berlin to Prague. Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south
to Prague, an ever-modernising hub of Eastern European revival. (B,D) See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• • •
Day 9: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) M Scenic river cruise with buffet meal Day 10: Prague to Rome. Catch a short flight to Rome this morning & by the afternoon you’ll be walking in history’s footsteps around this amazing city. (B,D) See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
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Days 11 - 12: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B)(B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Italian cooking class & dinner
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Day 13: Depart Rome. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
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Rome
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Paris
Rome
A$ pp*
2016 May May Jun Jun Jul
16 30 13 27 4
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul
28 11 25 9 16
3595 3595 3595 3595 3735
Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep
11 25 8 29 12
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
23 6 20 10 24
3735 3735 3735 3605 3605
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBTAM Start
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Total Cost
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2016 May Jun Jun Jun Jul
19 2 16 30 7
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul
28 11 25 9 16
2639 2639 2639 2639 2735
Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep
14 28 11 1 15
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
23 6 20 10 24
2735 2735 2639 2639 2639
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBTC - Single room supplement of A$1105. Trip starts 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. BBTAM - Single room supplement of A$809. Trip starts 6:00pm in Amsterdam & ends approx. 8:00am in Rome. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. For more ways to save see p.26.
MIX & MATCH
12 continental breakfasts (B), 6 three-course dinners (D)
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • 300km/h trip on a high speed train (start Paris option) • Explore windmills, canals & dijks by bike • Bike ride through Prague with our local expert • Special access Rome sightseeing tour Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
For travel insurance see p.179.
Keen to see more, & save more? This trip will Mix & Match with Simply Italy p.96-97 & the Italian Espresso p.94-95. You’ll save A$50 with our Multi-trip discount. See p.26.
ME TIME OPTIONS
BEST OF EUROPE
M Parisian cabaret show & dinner M Guided tour of Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
START AMSTERDAM - 10 DAYS
LOCAL CULTURE
FROM
For the perfect place for inner city tanning, head to the roof of the NEMO Science Museum in Amsterdam – turning into a sundeck in the summer this place is hot!
A$2639
PP*
A$264
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$230. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
STUCK FOR TIME? Start your trip in Amsterdam & visit 5 countries in 10 days. Trip code: BBTAM
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Beyond amazing! The places we went were amazing, the opportunity to take part in unique activities was incredible, and the people who were on the trip were truly extraordinary!!!
Paris
Katie (contiki.com/reviews)
This trip is also suitable for Discovery Plus travellers
DISCOVERY PLUS
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3 ROME Vatican City
ADRIATIC SEA
ITALY Pompeii Isle of Capri
3 AMALFI COAST
Bari
GREECE
Amalfi Coast 1
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
SNAPSHOT IONIAN SEA
9
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 8 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation & 1 night on board a ferry
10 DAYS 3 COUNTRIES PP*
A$2199 A$220
INCLUDED MEALS 9 breakfasts (B), 3 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Guided tour of the Vatican • Wine and Mozzarella tasting • Day trip by boat to the Isle of Capri Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Imperial tour of the Colosseum See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ MED-ESCAPE
Corinth Canal
1
Places visited Nightstops
NEW TRIP
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Rome. Check-in to your hotel & then the day is yours to explore. Later, meet your Trip Manager & travel mates for a driving tour of the city. (RD) See Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
Day 7: Amalfi Coast to Greece. From picture perfect Amalfi to Pompeii, opt in to discover the dramatic history of this ancient city. Then, we head across Italy to catch the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) M Visit the ancient city of Pompeii
Day 2: Rome. Explore this living museum of history. Later, there’s a chance to see the iconic Colosseum on a guided tour. (B) M Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Roman Forum
Day 8: To Athens. This morning we arrive in Greece, then drive across the Peloponnese to the mythological city of Athens. (B,RD) See the Corinth Canal
Day 3: Rome. Visit the beautiful Sistine Chapel & iconic Vatican city. Then opt in for a delicious local dinner. (B) See St.Peter’s Basilica M Be serenaded during a traditional Roman dinner
Day 9: Athens. Visit the ancient sites that make Athens so famous & feel the gritty urban soul of this bustling city. (B) M Dinner in the famous Plaka area
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INCLUSIONS
P/DAY*
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Patras
5 World Heritage sites visited
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Day 4: Rome to Amalfi. Head south to stunning Sorrento & indulge in some local wine & world famous Mozzarella cheese. Later, gaze at the crystal clear waters & rocky coastline of the Amalfi. (B,RD) Scenic drive along the Amalfi Coast
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Day 10: End Athens. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say goodbye to your new friends. (B)
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBRE Start
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Athens
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Athens
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A$ pp*
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul
21 4 18 2 16
A$ pp*
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul
30 13 27 11 25
2199 2199 2199 2265 2265
Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep
30 13 27 10 24
Aug Aug Sep Sep Oct
8 22 5 19 3
2265 2209 2209 2209 2209
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Single room supplement of A$549 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price.
Day 5: Amalfi. Chill out on the Isle of Capri, be amazed at the natural beauty. You may like to stroll through the hillside town of Anacapri or sip on a café al fresco with the locals. (B) M Cruise around the beautiful island of Capri
Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 8:00am in Athens.
Day 6: Amalfi. Today is yours to explore at your own pace. Head to the beach or get lost wandering among the colourful houses, plunging mountains & grand villas. (B) M Traditional southern Italian dinner
For travel insurance see p.179.
For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
CORINTH CANAL
AEGEAN SEA
1
SUMMER 2016 CODE: MESI
MYKONOS 3
GREECE
Places visited Nightstops
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Rome
Athens
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Rome
Athens
A$ pp*
IOS 3
2016
SANTORINI 3
MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
4929 4685 4809
26
INCLUDED MEALS 20 breakfasts (B), 3 three-course dinners (D), 3 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens.
P/DAY*
NEW TRIP
A - These departures stay one less night in Athens code: MESIA.
INCLUSIONS
B - These departures stay two less nights in Athens code: MESIB.
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Note: for operational reasons, the Greek Island Hopping section of this trip may run in reverse.
LOCAL CULTURE
Days 1 & 21 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
Days 15 - 16: Santorini. Indulge in Santorini, famous for its breathtaking scenery. (B)(B)
Paradise Club is Mykonos’ go to spot. DJs, dancing, bikinis... look no further than this beachside hang-out for an epic day/night.
For more ways to save see p.26.
Day 17: Santorini to Ios. Cruise to Ios. (B, D)
Day 11: Athens to Mykonos. Ferry to Mykonos for sun & good times on this party island. Hotel (B, D)
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
Day 18 - 19: Ios. Relax & enjoy the beaches. (B)(B)
For travel insurance see p.179.
Days 12 - 13: Mykonos. Kick back on island time. Hotel (B)(B)
Day 21: Depart Athens. The trip ends after breakfast. (B)
6 World Heritage sites visited
Day 20: Ios to Athens. Set sail back to Athens. (B)
Day 14: Mykonos to Santorini. Ferry to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini. (B, D)
20
20 nights in hotels
Jul 16 A Aug 5 Aug 13 B Sep 1 Aug 27 A Sep 16
Single room supplement of A$1199 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price.
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1 - Day 10: Rome to Athens. Refer to Mediterranean Escape map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite.
4685 4799 4799
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Rome
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$490. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
A$ pp*
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
+ GREEK ISLAND HOPPING
21 DAYS 3 COUNTRIES FROM A$4799 A$229
Total Cost
2016
May 21 B Jun 9 Jun 4 A Jun 24 Jul 2 B Jul 21
PP*
SNAPSHOT
HOW MUCH & WHEN
EASY PACE
3 ATHENS
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#MEDESCAPE
TURKEY
ATHENS 1
Kusadasi
GREECE Mykonos
EASY PACE
Patmos 1
HOW MUCH & WHEN
SNAPSHOT
SUMMER 2016 CODE: MESC
13
Places visited Nightstops
Rome
Rhodes
2016
Start
Santorini
May21 Jun 4 Jun 18 Jul 2 Jul 16 Jul 30 Aug 13 Aug 27 Sep 10 Sep 24
Crete
MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE + 4 DAY GREEK ISLAND CRUISE
Port Taxes Twin Out Athens & Gratuities A$ pp* A$ pp*
Finish
Jun 3 Jun 17 Jul 1 Jul 15 Jul 29 Aug 12 Aug 26 Sep 9 Sep 23 Oct 7
310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310 310
3955 3955 3955 4055 4055 4055 3955 3955 3955 3955
Twin Out Twin In Twin In Total Cost A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp*
4265 4265 4265 4365 4365 4365 4265 4265 4265 4265
3475 3475 3475 3559 3559 3559 3475 3475 3475 3475
3785 3785 3785 3869 3869 3869 3785 3785 3785 3785
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 10 nights in hotels, 3 nights on board a cruise ship
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INCLUDED MEALS 13 breakfasts (B), 4 lunches (L), 4 three-course dinners (D), 3 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD)
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
14 DAYS 4 COUNTRIES FROM A$3785 PP* A$271 P/DAY* PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$405. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Single supplement option: Add A$1035 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or A$1185 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (add port taxes for total price).
NEW TRIP
Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twinshare price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Rome & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip it must be multi-entry. Days 1 & 14 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Days 1 - 9: Rome to Athens. Refer to Mediterranean Escape map, itinerary & sightseeing opposite. Day 10: Athens to Mykonos. Board your ship & cruise to the Aegean paradise of Mykonos. Hang out on this island, famous for its young, vibrant party culture. (B,L,D) Day 11: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi. Stop by the resort town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar. Later on, dock at the friendly, unspoilt island of Patmos & relax on the beach or in a local taverna, while watching the locals fish for the catch of the day. (B,L,D)
• Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar • See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos
M Guided tour of the classical Greek archaeological site of Ephesus
Day 12: Cruising to Rhodes. Arrive at the sunniest island in the Aegean & spend the day exploring the pristine beaches, medieval towns & cool little shops. (B,L,D) See the fortified town of Rhodes
•
Day 13: Cruising to Santorini via Crete. Drop by Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, en route to Santorini, world-famous for its blue & white buildings, spectacular sunsets & breathtaking
natural scenery. Climb twisting stone steps, or catch a cable car up to the clifftop town of Fira. (B,L,D) See the volcanic islands surrounding Santorini & its main town of Fira
•
Day 14: Arrival to Athens. Your trip ends after breakfast & a transfer into central Athens. (B) For full details, see contiki.com
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
LOCAL CULTURE Check out Gelateria Primavera in Sorrento where there are loads of yummy flavours & where all the celebs on holidays make a visit. 8 World Heritage sites visited
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CORINTH CANAL
IONIAN SEA
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GREECE
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PP*
A$2649 A$204
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$299. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #GREEKHOPPING
Santorini
1 World Heritage site visited 1
Places visited Nightstops
EASY PACE
AEGEAN SEA
3 ATHENS MYKONOS 3 IOS 3 SANTORINI 3 MEDITERRANEAN SEA
SNAPSHOT
GREECE
12
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Athens. Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon getting a sneak peek at mythological Athens. Later meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers before starting the trip right – indulging in a delicious local Greek dinner. (RD)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBGI
Day 2: Athens. Feel the gritty urban soul of this bustling city. Twist & turn through the Plaka’s maze of narrow streets & find ancient sites, cafés & shops full of history & character. Why not take a guided tour of the famous Acropolis? (B) Visit the famous Plaka area M Traditional taverna meal in the Plaka area
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Day 3: Athens to Mykonos. Hop aboard a ferry in the morning & journey to the popular Aegean paradise of Mykonos for some sun & good times on this party island. Later, get a taste of some Greek specialities at dinner. Hotel (B,D) Visit Mykonos Town
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Days 4 - 5: Mykonos. There’s two free days to kick back on island time, Mykonos style – it’s famous for its warm water, clear seas, golden beaches & young party culture. Go shopping, maybe hire a car to explore more of the island or take it up a level & head to stunning Paradise Beach for some water sports & a taste of the area’s buzzing nightlife! Hotel (B)(B) Day 6: Mykonos to Santorini. Enjoy the breathtaking views as we ferry into the caldera of the quintessential Greek island, Santorini. Soak it all in, from its famous blue & white buildings to its spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking scenery. (B,RD) Days 7 - 8: Santorini. With two days here, indulge in amazing views, scenery & blackstone beaches & get into the activities on offer. Climb twisting stone steps, or take a cable car up to the cliff-top town of Fira. From here, catch
unbeatable panoramic views of the island’s submerged volcano & sip on delicious cocktails as the sun goes down. There’s also a chance for a boat ride out to the active volcanic island, if you’re feeling like something different. (B)(B) Visit the main town of Fira M Visit Oia at sunset
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Day 9: Santorini to Ios. Cruise to another Greek gem, the beautiful island of Ios. (B,D) Days 10 - 11: Ios. Take a couple of days to relax & enjoy the sun, meet some locals & chill out poolside or on soft, sandy beaches. While you’re here don’t miss out on a taste of the nightlife in this ultimate party island. (B)(B) Visit Ios Town M Island cruise
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Day 12: Ios to Athens. Set sail back to mainland Greece & the mythological city of Athens. Chill with your buddies on your last full day. (B) Day 13: Depart Athens. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
Start
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Athens
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NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 12 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Start
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Athens
Athens
A$ pp*
2016 May May May May May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 31 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 3 6 9 12
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 May May May May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
13 16 19 22 25 28 31 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24
2649 2649 2649 2649 2649 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2885 2885 2885 2885 2885 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999
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15 18 21 24 27 30 2 5 8 11 14 17 20 23 26 29 1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Sep Oct Oct Oct
27 30 2 5 8 11 14 17 20 23 26 29 1 4 7 10 13 16 19 22 25 28 1 4 7
2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2999 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785 2785
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re Please note: Days 1 & 13 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
MIX & MATCH See more & save more! Ciao Bella! Use low cost airlines to fly to Rome - this trip will Mix & Match with our Simply Italy trip p.96-97. You’ll save up to A$50 with our Multi-trip discount. See p.26.
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Single room supplement of A$1245 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. Note: for operational reasons, this trip may run in reverse For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
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INCLUDED MEALS 12 continental breakfasts (B), 2 regional dinners: Greek feast in one of our favourite tavernas (RD), 2 three-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager • Ferry crossings & coach transfers • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Visit the famous Plaka area • Visit Mykonos town & see the traditional Cycladic-style houses • See the famous windmills • Visit the main town of Fira • Visit Ios town Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
For travel insurance see p.179.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Guided tour of the Acropolis M Boat trip to the volcano’s core on Santorini M Tour of Delos Island See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Channel your inner Cher from Clueless & hire yourself a topless Jeep to cruise Mykonos in style. Wind in your hair, background beats…let’s go!
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This hands down was the best Contiki trip I’ve ever experienced. The food was amazing, the views were amazing and the crew was amazing.
Eric (contiki.com/reviews)
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EASY PACE
1 World Heritage site visited
Santorini
1
Nightstops
SNAPSHOT
ATHENS 2
8
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS 6 nights in quad-share guesthouses 2 nights hotel upgrade
9 DAYS 3 ISLANDS
AEGEAN SEA
GREECE
FROM
PP*
A$1745 A$194
P/DAY*
2 PAROS IOS 2 2 SANTORINI
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$185. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
1
INCLUDED MEAL
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
1 continental breakfast
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Explore Paros, Santorini & Ios in depth Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Boat trip to volcano & hot springs in Santorini See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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Day 1: Athens. Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon delving into the city’s historical past. This evening meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers. Why not get together for a tasty & authentic Greek meal tonight? Hotel Day 2: Athens to Paros. Hop on board a ferry in the morning & head to the ultra chilled island of Paros, with its traditional Greek vibes, cool beaches & cute fishing villages. Hit the beach, shop or wander around Parikia & the old Venetian fortress. Later, hit up Parikia by night! Guesthouse (B) M Perfect Paros platter Day 3: Paros. Spend the day relaxing on island time. There’s the option of a caique cruise of the nearby islands & beaches for a spot of swimming. You could also go exploring on Antiparos island or simply chill on one of Paros’ three main beaches. Tonight, head to Naoussa village for a look at this cute seaside spot. Guesthouse Visit Naoussa M Sailing Paros
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Day 4: Paros to Santorini. Sail to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, worldfamous for simple blue & white buildings, spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. Tonight you can opt in to visit Oia & its famous sunset. Guesthouse M Visit Oia at sunset
#GREEKISLANDADVENTURER
Day 5: Santorini. There’s your chance to visit the famous black sand beach at Perissa for some swimming in this picture-perfect spot. Or chill your way, maybe take a cable car up to the clifftop town of Fira & see the island’s submerged volcano. Guesthouse M Santorini island tour Day 6: Santorini to Ios. Today we will cruise to another Greek gem, the beautiful island of Ios. Guesthouse Day 7: Ios. Spend your day relaxing & enjoy the sun, meet some locals & chill out poolside or on the soft, sandy beaches. While you’re here don’t miss out on a taste of the nightlife in this ultimate party island. Guesthouse Visit Ios Town M Sailing Spectactular Ios
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Day 8: Ios to Athens. Spend the day soaking up the Ios sun or strolling through the streets of the town. In the afternoon you will set sail back to mainland Greece; arriving into the mythological city of Athens late into the evening. Hotel Day 9: End Athens. The trip ends after check out & it’s time to swap Facebook & email addresses & say farewell to your new travel buddies. Please note: Days 1 & 9 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCGD Start
Finish
Athens
Athens
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Athens
Athens
A$ pp*
2016 May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
21 28 4 13 18 20 25 27 2 4 9 11 16
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul
29 5 12 21 26 28 3 5 10 12 17 19 24
1745 1745 1745 1745 1805 1805 1805 1805 1885 1885 1885 1885 1885
Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
18 23 25 30 6 8 13 20 22 27 5 10 17
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
26 31 2 7 14 16 21 28 30 4 13 18 25
1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1815 1815 1815 1815 1789 1789 1789
* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share. No sleeping bag is required as bed linen is provided. You need to bring your own towel on this trip. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
BALTIC SEA
3 ST PETERSBURG
EASY PACE
Petrodvorets
1 NOVGOROD
RUSSIA
Klin
MOSCOW 3 3 World Heritage sites visited 1
Places visited Nightstops
BEST OF RUSSIA
SNAPSHOT
8 DAYS 1 COUNTRY
7
St. Petersburg
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
FROM
PP*
A$1765 A$221
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$160. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
7 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
HOW MUCH & WHEN
10
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCRP
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start St. Petersburg. Hello Russia! Known as the “Venice of the North”, St. Petersburg’s canals & opulent buildings will impress. Over eight days you’ll dive head first into this country packed with culture, history & sights. Today meet your fellow travellers & Trip Manager & maybe head out into the action. Hotel (D) Days 2 - 3: St. Petersburg. St. Petersburg will astound & amaze everywhere you look & there’s so much to see. With two full days to explore, get right into it – you’ll discover the riches & palace-lined waterways of this impressive city. Maybe see the Russian Ballet, shop in local markets for Matryoshka dolls or tuck into the local specialities – beef stroganoff & vodka! Hotel (B)(B) Locally guided tour of historical St. Petersburg Locally guided tour of the Hermitage, former home of the Russian Tsars & one of the world’s largest art & culture museums Visit Peterhof Palace Gardens See the Church of Our Saviour on Spilled Blood M Russian Ballet recital
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Day 4: St. Petersburg to Novgorod. Discover the picturesque ancient fort town of Novgorod, once the stronghold of the early Tsars. Hotel (B,D) Locally guided tour of Novgorod’s old town & see the Millennium Bell
•
#BESTOFRUSSIA
Day 5: Novgorod to Moscow. Stop in the township of Klin on the way to Russia’s economic powerhouse & cultural core. As the country’s historical heart, this massive metropolis mixes up extravagance from the time of Tsars & relics from the Cold War with a new, progressive Russia. Moscow is a popular destination for travellers, its rich historical past makes a haven for explorers. Hotel (B,D) See the famous composer Tchaikovsky’s house in Klin
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Days 6 - 7: Moscow. Moscow is a richly layered city, with history & culture at every turn. Witness the mix of ‘New’ & ‘Old’ Russia – architecture, culture & people. Hotel (B)(B) Visit Red Square, the Kremlin & see Lenin’s Mausoleum & St. Basil’s Cathedral Locally guided coach sightseeing tour of the city M Guided tour of Statue Park
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Day 8: End Moscow. The trip ends after breakfast in Moscow. (B)
Please note: Days 1 & 8 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
Start
Finish
Trip
St. Petersburg
Moscow
A$ pp*
INCLUDED MEALS Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200
1765 1765 1765 1845 1845 1845 1845 1845 1805 1805 1805
7 breakfasts (B), 3 dinners (D)
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
25 15 29 6 13 20 27 10 17 31 7
Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
1 22 6 13 20 27 3 17 24 7 14
1565 1565 1565 1645 1645 1645 1645 1645 1605 1605 1605
* Prices above are based on twin-share, if you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Copy of passport required at the time of booking. Important Visa info: It is necessary to obtain a Russian Tourist Voucher & a Russian visa for this trip. It is your responsibility to obtain both documents prior to travel. The fee for the Russian visa will be an additional charge. Airport transfers in St. Petersburg & Moscow are not included but can be arranged at an extra charge. Please contact Contiki or your travel agent for details on how to book these. Trip starts 6:00pm in St. Petersburg & ends approx. 8:00am in Moscow. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Locally guided tour of St. Petersburg & the Hermitage • Locally guided tour of Novgorod • Moscow Metro tour Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Neva River cruise in St. Petersburg M Guided tour of Peter & Paul Fortress M Russian dinner in Moscow See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ BEST-RUSSIA
EUROPE 2016/17
131
EASTERN ROAD
EASY PACE
13 DAYS
POLAND
FROM
GERMANY
PP*
A$2489 A$192
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$265. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Czestochowa
Dresden
Auschwitz
2 KRAKOW
PRAGUE 2 Kutna Hora CZECH REP
6 World Heritage sites visited
#EASTERNROAD 1
Budapest
WARSAW 2
BERLIN 2
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city
Banska Bystrica
SLOVAKIA
VIENNA 2 Bratislava AUSTRIA
2 BUDAPEST HUNGARY
SNAPSHOT
GERMANY/CZECH REPUBLIC/AUSTRIA HUNGARY/SLOVAKIA/POLAND
12
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Berlin. Check-in to your hotel & then the afternoon is yours to explore. Later, meet your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. (RD)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBRH
Day 2: Berlin. Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever-changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & the historic Reichstag building See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Locally guided historical walking tour
• •
Day 3: Berlin to Prague. Bite into some local fare, like bratwurst, in Dresden on your way south to Prague, an ever-modernising hub of Eastern European revival. (B,RD) Take in commemorative artwork & the remains of the Berlin Wall See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
• • • •
Day 4: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B) M Nuclear bunker tour Day 5: Prague to Vienna. A chance to see the Sedlec Ossuary (bone church) before heading south to Austria’s cultural capital, Vienna, home to Mozart’s music & of course, strudel! (B) See the Habsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road in Vienna
• •
Day 6: Vienna. Spend some time exploring the city today. Head to the Tiergarten Schönbrunn (Vienna Zoo), the Belvedere Palace or one of the city’s many fantastic art galleries. If relaxing is more your vibe, then this beautiful city is perfect for strolling, stopping for some delicious pastries & coffee along the way. (B) M Classical music concert & dinner
Day 7: Vienna to Budapest. Cross into Hungary & enjoy the café scene of Budapest, the “Paris of the East.” (B) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion M Evening river cruise & dinner
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Day 8: Budapest . All your senses are surrounded by the history of this fascinating city split by the river Danube into hilltop Buda & the bustling Pest (B) Day 9: Budapest to Krakow. Go north through Slovakia & stop for lunch in picturesque Banská Bystrica before arriving in Krakow. (B,RD) Visit the town square & see the black obelisk in Banská Bystrica
•
Day 10: Krakow. Wander through the lively market stalls & pavement cafés of this city’s unspoiled medieval old town. (B) Guided sightseeing of the cathedral & Royal Castle on Wawel Hill M Guided tour of the amazing salt mines
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Day 11: Krakow to Warsaw. Make a sobering visit to Auschwitz & view the famous “Black Madonna” in Częstochowa en route to Warsaw. (B) Entrance to Auschwitz & Birkenau concentration camps See the monastery at Jasna Góra
Start
Finish
Berlin
Warsaw or Berlin
Total Cost
24 8 22 5 19 26 10
Start
Finish
Berlin
Warsaw or Berlin
A$ pp*
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016
2016 Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul
12 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul
6 20 3 17 1 8 22
2489 2489 2555 2555 2555 2555 2665
Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
25 31 14 21 4 11 18
Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
6 12 26 2 16 23 30
2665 2665 2555 2555 2555 2555 2555
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Single room supplement of A$645 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Warsaw or approx 7:00pm in Berlin. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS
Day 12: Warsaw. Immerse yourself in the impressive cultural scene, thriving nightlife & intriguing attractions of Poland’s revitalised capital. (B,RD) Guided sightseeing of the Old Town, St. John’s Cathedral, the Royal Palace, Lazienki Park & the Warsaw Ghetto
YOUR CHOICE
Day 13: Depart Warsaw/Berlin. The trip ends after breakfast in Warsaw & it’s time to swap email addresses & say farewell to your new friends. Or catch a free transfer back to Berlin where your trip ends upon arrival. (B)
GETTING THERE
Please note: Days 1 & 13 (ending in Warsaw) have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
INCLUDED MEALS 12 continental breakfasts (B), 4 regional dinners: a traditional German dinner in West Berlin, dine at our favourite taverna in Prague, a delicious local meal Krakow & a Polish feast in Warsaw (RD)
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
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End this trip in either Warsaw or Berlin. It’s your choice!
Getting to & from the start & end destinations is easy. There are international flights that fly directly to these destinations, or budget airlines to & from London. Visit skyscanner.net for the best deals & options.
• Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert • Locally guided tour of the old Jewish Ghetto & the medieval centre of Warsaw Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Alternative Berlin walking tour M Traditional Czech dinner & folklore show M Schnaps Museum visit & tasting M Budapest Past & Present tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Head for a cocktail at Hotel U Prince in Prague. With 360º views over the “City of a Thousand Spires”, it’s the perfect place to spend an evening.
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Berlin
Contiki’s Eastern Road was far above and beyond everything I expected! I’d recommend this trip to anyone who loves history and wants an adventure - I had the time of my life. Sydney (contiki.com/reviews)
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133
VIENNA & BUDAPEST
EASY PACE
Budapest
3 World Heritage sites visited
SNAPSHOT
1
Places visited Nightstops
SLOVAKIA
VIENNA 2
Bratislava
2 BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
4
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 4 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
5 DAYS 3 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$975 A$195
ADRIATIC
P/DAY*
SEA HOW MUCH & WHEN
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBVB
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
6
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
INCLUDED MEALS 4 continental breakfasts (B), 2 Regional Dinners: an Austrian dining experience in Vienna & a Hungarian feast on a Danube river cruise (RD)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Scenic dinner cruise down the river Danube Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Budapest Past & Present tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ VIENNA-BUDAPEST
#VIENNABUDAPEST
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Vienna . Check-into your hotel after 2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to explore. At 6:00pm, meet your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. (RD)
• Visit Bratislava’s historic old town • See St. Martin’s Cathedral, & Michael’s Gate
Day 2: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you as you wander through this picture book city. Spend the day experiencing its wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, strudel! You can opt for a taste of the city’s legendary classical music scene. (B) M Mozart & Strauss classical concert & dinner
Day 4: Budapest . Explore this fascinating city, split in two by the river Danube into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. Tonight enjoy a dinner of local specialities & a scenic river cruise. (B,RD) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
Day 3: Vienna to Budapest. Hit up three capital cities today! From Vienna to Bratislava, Slovakia & then onto the lively arts, café & music scene of
Day 5: Depart Budapest. Time to say goodbye to your newfound friends as your trip ends after breakfast. (B)
Budapest the “Paris of the East.” (B)
with its Baroque tower
•
Start
Finish
Vienna
Budapest
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Vienna
Budapest
A$ pp*
2016 Apr 22 May 13 Jun 3 Jun 24 Jul 1 Jul 8
Apr May Jun Jun Jul Jul
26 17 7 28 5 12
1175 1205 1235 1235 1275 1275
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Jul 15 Jul 22 Aug 5 Sep 2 Sep 9 Sep 23
Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep Sep
19 26 9 6 13 27
1275 1275 1275 1235 1235 1235
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWVB Start
Finish
Vienna
Budapest
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Vienna
Budapest
A$ pp*
2016 Oct 28 Nov 1 Nov 4 Nov 8 Nov 11 Nov 15 Dec 2 ★ Dec 6 Dec 16 ★ Dec 20 Dec 24 Dec 28
1025 999 999 999 1049 1049
Total Cost A$ pp*
2017 Jan 2 Jan 5 Jan 11 Jan 20 Feb 17 Mar 11 Mar 25
Jan Jan Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
6 9 15 24 21 15 29
1049 1049 1049 975 975 999 999
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBVB - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$305. WWVB - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$259. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 5:30pm in Vienna & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
BERLIN 3
EASY PACE
GERMANY Dresden
2 World Heritage sites visited 1
3 PRAGUE
Places visited Nightstops
CZECH REP Slovakia
BERLIN & PRAGUE
SNAPSHOT
7 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES
6
FROM
PP*
A$1225 A$175
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
Days 2 - 3: Berlin. Savour the mix of old & new in this changing city. Find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments (B)(B) Visit the moving Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & Reichstag See the artwork at the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Locally guided historical walking tour of the city
• • • •
Day 4: Berlin to Prague. Bite into some tasty local fare, like bratwurst & wash it down with a stein of German beer in Dresden. Then we head to Prague, an ever-modernising hub of Eastern European revival. (B, RD) See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirch in Dresden
•
Days 5 - 6: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B)(B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
•
#BERLINPRAGUE
HOW MUCH & WHEN
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBBP
6 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$160. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Day 1: Arrive Berlin. Check-into your hotel after 2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to explore. At 5:00pm, meet your Trip Manager & fellow Contiki travellers for dinner. (RD)
Prague
• Visit the Old Town Square & see the
Astronomical Clock M Traditional Czech evening
Day 7: Depart Prague. Time to say goodbye to your new found friends as your trip ends after breakfast. (B)
Start
Finish
Berlin
Prague
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Berlin
Prague
A$ pp*
2016 Apr May May Jun Jun Jul
16 7 28 18 25 2
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Apr May Jun Jun Jul Jul
22 13 3 24 1 8
1515 1555 1595 1595 1595 1645
Jul Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep
9 16 30 27 3 17
Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep Sep
15 22 5 2 9 23
1645 1645 1645 1595 1595 1595
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWBP Start
Finish
Berlin
Prague
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Berlin
Prague
A$ pp*
22 Oct 28 29 Nov 4 5 Nov 11 26 Dec 2 10 ★ Dec 16 ★ 18 Dec 24 27 ★ Jan 2 30 Jan 5
INCLUDED MEALS 6 continental breakfasts (B), 2 Regional Dinners: a traditional German dinner in West Berlin & dine at our favourite tavern in Prague (RD)
Total Cost A$ pp*
2017
2016 Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec
8
1295 1295 1259 1259 1259 1325 1325 1325
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
5 14 11 5 19
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
11 20 17 11 25
1325 1325 1225 1225 1275
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). BBBP - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$369. WWBP - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$325. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Prague.
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Berlin bike & food tour (summer only) M Prague nuclear bunker tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ BERLIN-PRAGUE
★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
EUROPE 2016/17
135
BERLIN & PRAGUE + VIENNA
EASY PACE
BERLIN 3
GERMANY Dresden
3 PRAGUE Kutná Hora
Berlin
CZECH REP
5 World Heritage sites visited
SNAPSHOT
1
Places visited Nightstops
VIENNA 2 AUSTRIA
8
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 8 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
9 DAYS 3 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$1525 A$170
HOW MUCH & WHEN
P/DAY*
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBBV
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$209. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
11
Start
Finish
Berlin
Vienna
Total Cost
ADRIATIC SEA Start Finish Berlin
Vienna
A$ pp*
INCLUDED MEALS 8 continental breakfasts (B), 3 Regional Dinners: a traditional German dinner in West Berlin, dine at our favourite tavern in Prague & an Austrian dining experience in Vienna (RD)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert (summer departures only) Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
•
ME TIME OPTIONS M Berlin bike & food tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ BERLIN-VIENNA
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Berlin. Check-in to your hotel after 2:00pm & the afternoon is yours to explore Germany’s über-cool capital city. At 5:00pm meet up with your Contiki Team & get to know your fellow Contiki travellers over dinner. (RD) Days 2 - 3: Berlin. Take a couple of days to savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this everchanging city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B)(B) Visit the moving Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building Take in commemorative artwork & the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Guided progressive bike ride with dinner
• • • •
Day 4: Berlin to Prague. Bite into some tasty local fare, like bratwurst, & wash it down with a stein of good German beer in Dresden. Then travel south to Prague, an ever modernizing hub of Eastern European revival. (B,RD) Visit the city destroyed in World War II & known as the ‘Florence of the North’ See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden
• •
Days 5 - 6: Prague. The next two days are yours to snake through this medieval city’s maze of
#BERLINPRAGUEVIENNA
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & Bohemian crystal beads. (B)(B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock M Scenic river cruise along the Vltava with buffet meal
• •
Day 7: Prague to Vienna. Chance to see the Sedlec Ossuary (bone church) before heading south to Austria’s cultural capital, Vienna, home to Mozart’s music & of course, strudel! (B,RD) See the Habsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road in Vienna
• •
Day 8: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you in the city once home to Mozart. You’ll enjoy wandering through this picture book city & encounter its wealth of music, lively cafés, parks, incredible architecture & of course, delicious strudel! (B) M Mozart & Strauss classical concert & dinner Day 9: Depart Vienna. Time to swap email addresses & say goodbye to your new Contiki buddies as your trip ends after breakfast. (B) Please note: Days 1 & 9 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
2016 Apr May May Jun Jun Jul
16 7 28 18 25 2
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Apr May Jun Jun Jul Jul
24 15 5 26 3 10
1925 1975 2025 2025 2025 2095
Jul Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep
9 16 30 27 3 17
Jul Jul Aug Sep Sep Sep
17 24 7 4 11 25
2095 2095 2095 2025 2025 2025
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWBV Start
Finish
Berlin
Vienna
Total Cost
Start
Finish
Berlin
Vienna
A$ pp*
2016 Oct Oct Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec
22 Oct 30 29 Nov 6 5 Nov 13 26 Dec 4 10 ★ Dec 18 18 ★ Dec 26 27 ★ Jan 4 30 Jan 7
Total Cost A$ pp*
2017 1609 1609 1569 1569 1569 1645 1645 1645
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
5 14 11 5 19
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
13 22 19 13 27
1645 1645 1525 1525 1569
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBBV - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$485. WWBV - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$409. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twinshare trip price. Trip starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Vienna. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
BERLIN 3
EASY PACE
GERMANY Dresden
PRAGUE 3 Kutná Hora
CZECH REP SLOVAKIA
6 World Heritage sites visited 1
Places visited Nightstops
VIENNA 2
Bratislava
2 BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
HUNGARY
BERLIN TO BUDAPEST
SNAPSHOT
11 DAYS 5 COUNTRIES
10
FROM
PP*
A$1719 A$157
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$245. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Budapest
10 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBIT Start
Finish
Berlin
Budapest
Total Cost
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Finish
Berlin
Budapest
A$ pp*
2016
A$ pp*
Day 1: Arrive Berlin. Check-in & the afternoon is yours to explore. Later, meet your Contiki Team for dinner. (RD)
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWIT
Days 2 - 3: Berlin. Shop the cool markets & trendy shops or take a break at a café for some people watching. (B)(B) Visit the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag Take in the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Locally guided historical walking tour
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Day 4: Berlin to Prague. Bite into some tasty local fare, like bratwurst, & wash it down with a stein of German beer in Dresden. Then we head to Prague. (B,RD) See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden
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Day 8: Vienna. Spend the day experiencing the wealth of music, cafés, parks, incredible architecture. (B) M Mozart & Strauss classical music concert & dinner Day 9: Vienna to Budapest. Hit up three capital cities today! From Vienna to Bratislava, Slovakia & then onto the lively arts, café & music scene of Budapest the “Paris of the East.” (B) Visit Bratislava’s historic old town See St. Martin’s Cathedral, & Michael’s Gate with its Baroque tower
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Day 10: Budapest . Discover this fascinating centuries-old city, split in two by the river Danube into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. Later, enjoy an amazing dinner of local specialties & a scenic river cruise tonight. (B,RD) Sightseeing of Buda, Pest, the Royal Palace, the Church of St. Matthias, the Chain Bridge & Fisherman’s Bastion
Days 5 - 6: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture & bargain-priced beer. (B)(B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock M Nuclear bunker tour
Day 11: Depart Budapest. It’s time to say goodbye to your newfound friends this morning as your trip ends after breakfast. (B)
Day 7: Prague to Vienna. Chance to see the Sedlec Ossuary (bone church) before heading
Please note: Days 1 & 11 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
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Budapest
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INCLUDED MEALS 10 continental breakfasts (B), 4 Regional Dinners: a traditional German dinner in West Berlin, dine at our favourite tavern in Prague, an Austrian dining experience in Vienna & a Hungarian feast on a Danube river cruise (RD)
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south to Austria’s cultural capital, Vienna, home to Mozart’s music & of course, strudel! (B,RD) See the Habsburg Palaces, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road in Vienna
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
HOW MUCH & WHEN
1815 1815 1769 1769 1769 1859 1859 1859
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
5 14 11 5 19
Jan Jan Feb Mar Mar
15 24 21 15 29
1859 1859 1719 1719 1769
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBIT - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$585. WWIT - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$465. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twinshare trip price. Trip starts 5:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 8:00am in Budapest. ★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179. For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Bike ride of Bohemian Prague with our local expert (summer only) Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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INCLUDED • Access to Europe’s big icons so you still see it all, but on a tighter budget • Overnights at some of Europe’s best campsites and Contiki Villages with facilities like pools, bars and WiFi • Access to the great outdoors – take bike rides through the coolest cities, hike in the rolling countryside and discover all that Europe’s great outdoors has to offer • Large comfy tents or the option to upgrade to a tent of your own • Included hotel and hostel upgrades on some nights • Freshly cooked dinners using delicious local ingredients by our On-road Cooks • Take your trip to all new levels with ME Time optionals • Transport in modern and comfy air-con coaches with powerpoints, on-board WiFi, movies and a killer sound system • A Trip Manager, Driver and network of Local Guides, who will be your oracles on all things Europe
WAYS TO STAY CAMPING From A$113 per day
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Stay connected with WiFi at many of our campsites & Contiki Villages.
3 TRIPS FROM 21 TO 46 DAYS
Edam
OUR TRIPS The Big Chill...........................................................p.140 The Southern Trail .............................................p.142 The Northern Trek..............................................p.143
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THE BIG CHILL
CAMPING
NORTH SEA
NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
46 DAYS
London Dover
PP*
A$5185 A$113
Rhine Valley St Goar
BELGIUM
Calais
ENGLISH CHANNEL
2 PRAGUE
Valley of the Somme
FROM
Versailles
SWITZ
SWISS ALPS 2
Liechtenstein Lucerne
1 BEAUJOLAIS REGION
#BIGCHILL
2 FRENCH RIVIERA 2 BARCELONA
Verona
Pisa
Arles
Pyrenees Mountains
2 2 MUNICH VIENNA
FRANCE
SLOVAKIA
Český Krumlov
Dachau
Burgundy Region
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$500. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
CZECH REP
HEIDELBERG 1
3 PARIS
P/DAY*
SPAIN
GERMANY
AUSTRIA
27 World Heritage sites visited
Bratislava
2 BUDAPEST 1
HUNGARY
CROATIA
2 VENICE
BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA
2 FLORENCE
Monaco
ITALY
1 SELINE Split
3 DUBROVNIK
ADRIATIC SEA
MONTENEGRO
ROME 2 Mt Vesuvius Vatican City
Isle of Capri
Pompeii
SOFIA BULGARIA 1
MACEDONIA
ISTANBUL STRUGA GALLIPOLI 2 1 1 1 ALBANIA KAVALA
TIRANA 1
1 Bari SORRENTO 1
3 CORFU
Troy
GREECE
Corinth Canal
IONIAN SEA
Florence
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
Thermopylae
2 ATHENS
TURKEY
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/SPAIN/MONACO/ITALY/VATICAN CITY/GREECE/TURKEY/BULGARIA MACEDONIA/ALBANIA/MONTENEGRO* BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA*/CROATIA/HUNGARY SLOVAKIA/AUSTRIA/CZECH REPUBLIC GERMANY/LIECHTENSTEIN/SWITZERLAND NETHERLANDS/BELGIUM* * IN TRANSIT
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NIGHTS CAMPING ACCOMMODATION 1 night on-board a ferry 4 nights hotel upgrade 40 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses)
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INCLUDED MEALS 45 breakfasts (B), 29 dinners (D)
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team & let the adventure begin. (D) See the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre & Notre Dame Cathedral Days 2 - 3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. (B)(B,D) See the Palace of Versailles (entry not included) M Cabaret show & glass of champagne Day 4: Paris to the Beaujolais Region. Travel through the famous Beaujolais wine region. (B,D)
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Day 5: Beaujolais Region to Barcelona . Head through the Pyrénées Mountains to Barcelona. (B,D) Day 6: Barcelona . See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel the passion at a flamenco show! (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera . Travel through Provence to Arles, en route to the French Riviera. (B,D)
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Day 8: French Riviera . Stroll through markets & upscale boutiques or hit the beach. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery & the Monte Carlo casino Day 9: French Riviera to Venice. We take you to fair Verona town - home of Romeo & Juliet where you’ll have the chance to visit Juliet’s Balcony, before we head to enchanting Venice. (B,D) See Juliet’s Balcony in Verona Day 10: Venice. Meander through the tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares & artfilled Palazzos. (B,D) M Hidden Venice guided walking tour Day 11: Venice to Florence. Snake through the Apennine Mountains to Pisa before arriving in Florence. (B,D) See the Leaning Tower of Pisa Day 12: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. (B) Florentine leather craft demonstration Day 13: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria on the road to Rome. (B) See the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, & Piazza Navona Day 14: Rome. Choose to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City Day 15: Rome to Sorrento. From Naples, catch a boat to Capri, soak up the views & set sail for Sorrento. (B)
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Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu. Opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B) M Guided tour of Pompeii Days 17 - 19: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun. (B)(B,D)(B) M Island sailing cruise Day 20: Corfu to Athens. Travel across the Corinth Canal to Athens. (B,D)
Day 21: Athens. See the Acropolis or wander the cobbled streets of the Plaka. (B,D) Day 22: Athens to Kavala. Journey along Greece’s coastline, past Mt. Olympus to Kavala. (B,D) Drive past Spartan Thermopylae & Byzantine Thessaloniki Day 23: Kavala to Gallipoli. Visit the historic Gallipoli battlefields as we make our way to Turkey. (B,D) Visit Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Anzac Cove Day 24: Gallipoli to Istanbul. Ferry across the Dardanelles en route to Istanbul. Hotel (B,D) Visit Troy’s Wooden Horse with a Local Guide Day 25: Istanbul. Savour an incredible mosaic of sights in this diverse city where East literally meets West. Hotel (B) M Belly dancing show & dinner Day 26: Istanbul to Sofia. Traverse the plains of Bulgaria to Sofia. Hotel (B,D) See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Day 27: Sofia to Struga. As we make our way through Macedonia today we will visit the capital city of Skopje before making our way to Struga with it’s cute village feel. (B,D) Visit to the Macedonian capital of Skopje Day 28: Struga to Tirana. Travel into Albania & wind along the Adriatic coast. Hotel (B,D)
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Day 29: Tirana to Dubrovnik. Continue along the coastline toward the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Croatian coastline Days 30 - 31: Dubrovnik. Find historic buildings, modern galleries & amazing seafood in this stunning town. (B)(B,D) M Island cruise & swimming Day 32: Dubrovnik to Seline. Move up the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in Split & then travel on to Seline. (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split Day 33: Seline to Budapest. Head north, past Lake Balaton to a lively arts, café & music scene in Budapest. (B,D)
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Day 34: Budapest. Feel the history of this fascinating city – split by the river Danube into Buda & Pest. (B) Sightseeing of the city Day 35: Budapest to Vienna. Stop for lunch in Slovakia before arriving in Austria. (B) See Bratislava’s medieval castle Visit Vienna’s Prater fun park Day 36: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a city tour. (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Day 37: Vienna to Prague. Stop at Český Krumlov as you travel through Bohemia to Prague. (B,D) Visit the medieval town of Český Krumlov Day 38: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture. (B) See Hradčany Castle, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
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INCLUSIONS
Day 39: Prague to Munich. Head to Munich, the festive home of the Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Day 40: Munich. Explore Munich with world-class museums & lots of traditional food. (B,D) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Day 41: Munich to Swiss Alps. Stop in Liechtenstein & Lucerne before reaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D) See Lucerne’s wooden Chapel Bridge
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Day 42: Swiss Alps. Chill for a day in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up the Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D) Day 43: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg. Head north to Heidelberg, known for its Baroque old town. (B,D) See Heidelberg’s medieval castle
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Day 44: Heidelberg to Amsterdam. Next it’s on to the vibrant city of Amsterdam! (B) Visit the riverside town of St. Goar
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Day 45: Amsterdam. Discover museums, cool cafés & nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 46: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport or transfer to London. (B)
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCCA Start
Finish
Trip
London or Paris
Amsterdam or London
A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
2016 Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug
26 Jun 10 Jun 24 Jul 7 Jul 14 Jul 28 Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 26 Sep 7 Sep 14 ● Sep 19 ● Oct
10 24 8 22 29 12 19 26 9 21 28 3
4275 4385 4769 4769 4769 4769 5049 5049 5049 5049 4835 4835
910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910 910
5185 5295 5679 5679 5679 5679 5959 5959 5959 5959 5745 5745
* Prices above are based on twin-share tents. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost.
‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of A$1375.
• An experienced & professional Trip Manager, Driver & Cook team, plus Contiki’s exclusive On-site Teams at Contiki Villages • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ sightseeing tour • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Locally guided tour of Athens • Visit the Wooden Horse of Troy with our Local Guide • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & Anzac Cove • Visit the sobering Dachau Concentration Camp Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Gondola ride in Venice M Flamenco show, tapas & drinks in Barcelona M Dubrovnik island cruise & swim See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE While in Vienna, visit the Tiergarten Schönbrunn – the oldest zoo in the world! It dates back to the 18th century, when it was the personal collection of exotic animals of the reigning family.
You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London.
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● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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THE SOUTHERN TRAIL IRISH SEA
CAMPING
NORTH SEA
ENGLAND
London
Dover
Calais
ENGLISH CHANNEL Valley of the Somme
Versailles
3 PARIS
Burgundy Region
FRANCE
1 BEAUJOLAIS REGION
Verona
2 VENICE Pisa
Arles
SPAIN
2 FRENCH RIVIERA
2 FLORENCE
Monaco
2 BARCELONA
ITALY ADRIATIC
ROME SEA 2 Mt Vesuvius
Vatican City
1
SNAPSHOT
Pompeii Bari
13 World Heritage sites visited
Isle of Capri
1 SORRENTO 1
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city
GREECE
3 CORFU ATHENS 1 Corinth Canal
IONIAN SEA
20
NIGHTS CAMPING ACCOMMODATION 19 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses) 1 night on-board a ferry
21 DAYS 6 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$2645 A$126
P/DAY*
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INCLUDED MEALS 20 breakfasts (B), 12 dinners (D)
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team & let the adventure begin. (D) See the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, & Notre Dame Cathedral
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCCL
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EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS
Days 2 - 3: Paris. Indulge in this sophisticated city & find magic, romance & history. (B)(B,D) See the Palace of Versailles (entry not included) M Cabaret show with a glass of champagne
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Day 4: Paris to the Beaujolais region. Travel through the famous Beaujolais wine region. (B,D)
• ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Visit a Monte Carlo casino • Day trip to the Isle of Capri • Locally guided tour of Athens Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Entry & drink at one of Florence’s best nightclubs M Locally guided Vatican City experience See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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#SOUTHERNTRAIL
Day 11: Venice to Florence. Snake through the Apennine Mountains to the Leaning Tower of Pisa before arriving in Florence. (B,D) Day 12: Florence. A Local Guide gives you the inside track on one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. (B) Florentine leather craft demonstration
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Day 13: Florence to Rome. Pass through rural Umbria on the road to Rome. (B)
Start
Finish
Trip
London or Paris
Athens
A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410 410
2645 2705 2785 2785 2785 2785 2925 2925 2925 2925 2819 2819
2016 Apr May May Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug
26 10 24 7 14 28 5 12 26 7 14 19
May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
16 30 13 27 4 18 25 1 15 27 3 8
2235 2295 2375 2375 2375 2375 2515 2515 2515 2515 2409 2409
Day 5: Beaujolais Region to Barcelona . Head through the Pyrénées Mountains to Barcelona. (B,D)
Day 14: Rome. Choose to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B,D)
Day 6: Barcelona . See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel the passion at a flamenco show! (B)
Day 15: Rome to Sorrento. From Naples, catch a boat to Capri, soak the views & set sail for Sorrento. (B)
Day 7: Barcelona to French Riviera . Travel through Provence to Arles, en route to the French Riviera. (B,D)
Day 16: Sorrento to Corfu. Opt in for a tour of Pompeii’s ancient ruins. Board the overnight ferry to Greece. (B)
* Prices above are based on twin-share tents.
Day 8: French Riviera . Stroll through markets & upscale boutiques or hit the beach. (B,D) Visit a French perfumery & the Monte Carlo casino
Days 17 - 19: Corfu. Kick back & relax, get into the water sports, shop & soak up the sun. (B)(B,D)(B) M Island sailing cruise
‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of A$659.
Day 20: Corfu to Athens. Travel across the Corinth Canal to Athens. (B,D)
For more ways to save see p.26.
Day 21: Depart Athens. After sightseeing the ancient wonders, it’s time to say farewell. (B) Athens sightseeing tour with a Local Guide
For travel insurance see p.179.
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Day 9: French Riviera to Venice. Stop in Verona before we head to enchanting Venice. (B,D) See Juliet’s Balcony in Verona
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Day 10: Venice. Meander through the tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares & artfilled Palazzos. (B,D) Hidden Venice guided walking tour
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If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost.
You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Trip starts 6:45am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 12:30pm in Athens. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177.
H A
NORTH SEA NETHERLANDS Edam
2 AMSTERDAM
ENGLAND
GERMANY London Rhine Valley
Dover ENGLISH CHANNEL
Calais
BELGIUM
St Goar
2 PRAGUE Český Krumlov
Dachau
2 MUNICH
FRANCE
SWITZ
14 World Heritage sites visited 1
SWISS 2 ALPS
CAMPING
CZECH REP
HEIDELBERG 1
Liechtenstein
SLOVAKIA
VIENNA 2 Bratislava
2 BUDAPEST
AUSTRIA
Lucerne
HUNGARY
Places visited Nightstops Optional end city
CROATIA BOSNIAHERZEGOVINA
1 SELINE Split
1 DUBROVNIK ADRIATIC SEA
SOFIA 1
MONTENEGRO ALBANIA
TIRANA 1
Skopje
MACEDONIA
1 STRUGA
BULGARIA
KAVALA 1
BLACK SEA
ISTANBUL 2 1 GALLIPOLI Troy
GREECE
TURKEY Thermopylae
IONIAN SEA
1 ATHENS
THE NORTHERN TREK
SNAPSHOT
26 DAYS 18 COUNTRIES
25
FROM
PP*
A$3285 A$127
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$290. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Athens. Tonight, meet your Contiki Team. (D) Day 2: Athens to Kavala. Journey along Greece’s coastline past Mt. Olympus to Kavala. (B,D) Day 3: Kavala to Gallipoli. Visit the historic Gallipoli battlefields. (B,D) Visit Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Anzac Cove Day 4: Gallipoli to Istanbul. Visit Troy’s Wooden Horse before continuing on to Istanbul. Hotel (B,D) Day 5: Istanbul. Discover this diverse city where East literally meets West. Hotel (B,D) M Belly dancing show & dinner Day 6: Istanbul to Sofia. Head to Sofia, with its modern Euro vibes. Hotel (B,D) See the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Day 7: Sofia to Struga. As we make our way through Macedonia today we will visit the capital city of Skopje before making our way to Struga with it’s cute village feel.(B,D) M Visit the Macedonian capital of Skopje Day 8: Struga to Tirana. Travel into Albania & wind through the dramatic mountains & along the Adriatic coast. Hotel (B,D) Day 9: Tirana to Dubrovnik. Pass through Montenegro towards the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik. (B,D) Days 10 - 11: Dubrovnik. Discover the stunning old town walls & amazing seafood. (B)(B,D) M Island cruise & swimming
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Day 12: Dubrovnik to Seline. Move up the Dalmatian Coast, stopping in Split & then to Seline. (B,D) See Diocletian’s Palace
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Day 13: Seline to Budapest. Head north, past Lake Balaton to the “Paris of the East.” (B,D) Day 14: Budapest. Explore this fascinating city – split by the river Danube into hilltop Buda & bustling Pest. (B) Day 15: Budapest to Vienna. Stop for lunch in Slovakia before arriving in Austria. (B) Visit Vienna’s Prater fun park
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Day 16: Vienna. After a morning tour, explore the city’s music, parks & strudel! (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace & St. Stephen’s Cathedral M Schnaps Museum visit & tasting
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Day 17: Vienna to Prague. Stop at World Heritage listed Český Krumlov before Prague. (B,D) Day 18: Prague. Discover this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets of Gothic architecture. (B) See Hradčany Castle, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square
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Day 19: Prague to Munich. Head to Munich, the festive home of Oktoberfest. (B) Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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Day 20: Munich. Explore the museums, shops & traditional food & beer! (B,D) See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz
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Austrian Tyrol
Day 21: Munich to Swiss Alps. Stop in Liechtenstein & Lucerne before reaching the spectacular Swiss Alps. (B,D) Day 22: Swiss Alps. Chill in the Swiss Alps & opt in for a cog railway ride up the Jungfrau Mountain. (B,D)
NIGHTS CAMPING ACCOMMODATION
Day 23: Swiss Alps to Heidelberg. Head north to Heidelberg, known for it’s Baroque old town. (B,D)
21 nights in twin-share tents (including air mattresses) 4 nights hotel upgrade
Day 24: Heidelberg to Amsterdam. Next it’s on to the free-wheeling, vibrant city of Amsterdam! (B) Visit St. Goar
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Day 26: Depart Amsterdam. Morning airport transfer or head back to London. (B)
25 breakfasts (B), 17 dinners (D)
INCLUDED MEALS
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCCR
INCLUSIONS
Start
Finish
Athens
Amsterdam or London
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Trip A$ pp*
Food Fund
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520 520
3285 3285 3285 3285 3445 3445 3445 3445 3325 3325 3325 3325
2016 May May Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep
16 Jun 30 Jun 13 Jul 27 Jul 4 Jul 18 Aug 25 Aug 1 Aug 15 Sep 27 Sep 3 ● Sep 8 ● Oct
10 24 8 22 29 12 19 26 9 21 28 3
2765 2765 2765 2765 2925 2925 2925 2925 2805 2805 2805 2805
Prices above are based on twin-share tents. If you’re * travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. ‘A tent to myself’ (single occupancy) supplement of A$749. You will need to bring your own sleeping bag & towel. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:00pm in London. ● These trips will be in Munich during Oktoberfest. For more ways to save see p.26.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Visit the Wooden Horse of Troy with our Local Guide • Pay tribute to heroes at Gallipoli & Anzac Cove • Pay tribute at Dachau Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M River cruise with buffet meal in Prague M Dubrovnik island cruise & swim See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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CALLING ALL SEEKERS OF SEA AND SUN! ITʼS TIME TO SAIL OR CRUISE YOUR WAY AROUND THE MEDITERRANEAN. ENDLESS SALTY DAYS AND BALMY NIGHTS ARE SOON TO BE YOURS. INCLUDED • A holiday on Europe’s crystal-clear waters (we could almost stop there, right?!) • Loads of local cuisine, with a range of included meals • A variety of accommodation styles: – Single and twin options (Croatia, Turkey and Greece trips) – Above or below deck options (Croatia trips) • A team of salty staff, who will be your oracle to life at sea
WAYS TO STAY BOATS From A$84 per day
• Guided access to Europe’s hottest ports, scenery and landscapes • Endless sun-soaked ME Time to sit back, relax and enjoy life on the Med.
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Watch at contiki.com/watch-sailing-cruise
9 TRIPS FROM 6 TO 9 DAYS
Greek sailing
OUR TRIPS Aegean Classic.....................................................p.147
Croatian Island Hopper ..................................p.151
Golden Fleece.......................................................p.148
Croatia Island Escape + Escape Plus ........p.152
Eastern Mediterranean Cruising ................p.149
Greek Sailing .........................................................p.154
Island Cruising & Santorini............................p.150
Turkish Sailing ......................................................p.156
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TURKISH SAILING The ultimate relaxation experience for those who want to sit back, unwind & enjoy the incredible turquoise waters of Turkey. Our 16-berth traditional gulet boats, exclusive to us, include delicious fresh meals, plenty of swim stops & endless hours of chill time, all with stunning sunsets. Take in the beautiful scenery, then by night, crank it up a notch with a cocktail, or grab a bed on the deck & unwind.
CROATIA SAILING Let us take you on an adventure of a lifetime, on the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic Sea. On board a traditional motor sail boat, our crew take care of it all, it’s guaranteed fun, sun & friendship. By day, spend your time sunbathing, diving into the stunning sea or exploring the ancient towns. And let’s not forget Croatia by night, think open-air bars & hidden away clubs.
SETTING SAIL GREEK ISLAND CRUISING Enjoy luxury cruising for the young & the young at heart, with our Contiki cruise partners, Celestyal Cruises. Explore iconic spots like Mykonos & Santorini, and take advantage of the all-inclusive deal of fresh eats, pool, casino, spa & nightly shows. You’re looked after too – our Contiki Rep is your guide on what to do on-board & on-shore.
GREEK SAILING If you need a break from your on-land adventures, take to the sea with one of our Greek sailing trips. This hands-on & fun experience has your skipper at the ready to teach you the whys & ways of life on the water. Whether you’re an experienced sailor or keen to learn, it offers something for everyone.
AEGEAN SEA
CRUISE
TURKEY
1 ATHENS GREECE
Kusadasi
Mykonos
Patmos IONIAN SEA
Santorini Rhodes
3 World Heritage sites visited 1
Places visited Nightstops
Crete
AEGEAN CLASSIC 6 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES PP*
P/DAY*
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Athens. Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon exploring Athens. Twist & turn through the Plaka’s maze of narrow streets & find ancient sites, cafés & shops full of history & character. This evening meet up with your Onboard Cruise Rep & fellow travellers. Visit the famous Plaka area M A traditional Athens affair
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Day 2: Athens to Mykonos. Board your ship & cruise to the Aegean paradise of Mykonos. Hang out on this island, famous for its young, vibrant party culture. (B,L,D) Day 3: Cruising to Patmos via Kusadasi. Stop by the resort town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar. Later on, dock at the friendly, unspoilt island of Patmos & relax on the beach or in a local taverna, while watching the locals fish for the catch of the day. (B,L,D) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos M Guided tour of the classical Greek archaeological site of Ephesus
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Day 4: Cruising to Rhodes. Arrive at the sunniest island in the Aegean & spend the day exploring the pristine beaches, medieval towns & cool little shops. (B,L,D) See the fortified town of Rhodes
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Day 5: Cruising to Santorini via Crete. Drop by Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, en route to Santorini, world-famous for its blue & white buildings, spectacular sunsets & breathtaking
#AEGEANCLASSIC
SNAPSHOT
5
HOW MUCH & WHEN
FROM
A$1699 A$284
Santorini
natural scenery. Climb twisting stone steps, or catch a cable car up to the clifftop town of Fira. (B,L,D) See the volcanic islands surrounding Santorini & its main town of Fira
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Day 6: Arrival into Athens. Return to Athens & enjoy breakfast then transfer into central Athens where the trip ends. Or take the opportunity for a guided tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon. (B)
NIGHTS CRUISING ACCOMMODATION
SUMMER 2016 CODE: 6CGS Start
Finish
Athens
Athens
Port Taxes Twin Out & Gratuities A$ pp* A$ pp*
Twin Out Twin In Twin In Total Cost A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp*
4 nights on board a cruise ship (quad or twin-share), 1 night in a hotel
2016 Mar 27 Apr 3 Apr 10 Apr 17 Apr 24 May1 May8 May15 May22 May29 Jun 5 Jun 12 Jun 19 Jun 26 Jul 3 Jul 10 Jul 17 Jul 24 Jul 31 Aug 7 Aug 14 Aug 21 Aug 28 Sep 4 Sep 11 Sep 18 Sep 25 Oct 2 Oct 9
Apr 1 Apr 8 Apr 15 Apr 22 Apr 29 May6 May13 May20 May27 Jun 3 Jun 10 Jun 17 Jun 24 Jul 1 Jul 8 Jul 15 Jul 22 Jul 29 Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 19 Aug 26 Sep 2 Sep 9 Sep 16 Sep 23 Sep 30 Oct 7 Oct 14
320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320
1679 1679 1679 1679 1679 1679 1679 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1789 1789 1789 1789 1789 1789 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1679
1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 1999 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2109 2109 2109 2109 2109 2109 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 2049 1999
1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1379 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1469 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1419 1379
1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1699 1739 1739 1739 1739 1739 1739 1739 1789 1789 1789 1789 1789 1789 1739 1739 1739 1739 1739 1739 1739 1739 1699
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. Substantial savings for quad-share rooms are available online or ask at time of booking for prices – save a minimum of A$400. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or quad share.) Or take a single supplement option: add A$235 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or A$419 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (plus port taxes for total price). Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens centre. Note: the order of ports of call may be reversed on some days & the itinerary is subject to change. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip, it must be a multi-entry visa.
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INCLUDED MEALS 5 buffet breakfasts (B), 4 lunches (L), 4 buffet/three-course dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced On-board Cruise Rep • Nightly entertainment • Greek info pack with even more details about the places you visit & cool things to do
ME TIME OPTIONS M Guided tour of the Acropolis See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE When you’re not taking in the views, take in the shopping in the Santorini streets. Leather sandals, beach kit, it’s time to splash some cash…
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GOLDEN FLEECE
CRUISE
Istanbul
4 World Heritage sites visited 1
Places visited Nightstops
AEGEAN SEA
TURKEY Chios
ATHENS 1 Kusadasi GREECE Mykonos
Santorini
Santorini
Symi Rhodes
SNAPSHOT Crete
8
NIGHTS CRUISING ACCOMMODATION 7 nights on board a cruise ship (quad or twin-share), 1 night in a hotel
9 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$2789 A$310
8 buffet breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L), 7 buffet dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS
ME TIME OPTIONS M Guided tour of ancient Ephesus M Spectacular Oia village See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Wrap yourself in a pestemal & relax in the steamy surroundings of a traditional Turkish bath in Istanbul. The Cemberlitas Baths is one of the oldest, dating back to the 1500s.
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#GOLDENFLEECE
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: 9GFS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive Athens. Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon getting a sneak peek at Athens. This afternoon meet your On-board Cruise Rep & fellow travellers. Visit the famous Plaka area
• An experienced On-board Cruise Rep • Nightly entertainment • Greek info pack
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$269. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
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INCLUDED MEALS
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
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spectacular island sunsets & breathtaking natural scenery. Climb twisting stone steps, or catch a cable car up to the clifftop town of Fira. (B,L,D) See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini & the main town of Fira
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Day 2: Athens to Istanbul. Board the ship & enjoy the facilities as we cruise to Turkey’s largest city. Expect mosques, beautiful palaces, delicious spices, wonderful smells & a bustling city filled with over 13 million people. It will be an awesome eyeopening experience. (B,L,D) M Guided city sightseeing tour
Day 6: Crete. We drop the anchor on the shores of Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, where we’ll spend our time exploring the capital, Heraklion. The ruins of Knossos are a must for your photo collection! (B,L,D) Visit Agios Nikolaos M Guided tour of the Minoan Palace of Knossos
Day 3: Arrive Istanbul. Today we’ll take you deep into the city, you’ll pay witness to an incredible mix of sights in this diverse city where East literally meets West. Istanbul is the world’s only city to span two continents. Get a feel for the exotic & see how the locals live their daily lives in this cultural melting pot. Try tasty, local food specialties, shop & take in the sights. (B,L,D) M Guided city sightseeing tour
Day 7: Symi via Rhodes. Get set to island-hop your way to heaven, starting with a visit to Rhodes where you’ll get the option to explore this fortified medieval town. Then we offer you the real Greek island experience as we stop at the picturesque island called Symi or Ano Symi. (B,L,D)
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Day 4: Kusadasi . Today we pull the anchor & set sail to the resort town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar. This gorgeous city, which sits beside the Guvercin Ada peninsula, thrives over the summer & has everything you need plus more. (B,L,D) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar
Day 8: Cruising to Mykonos via Chios. First, it’s the calm before the storm as we stop off at relaxed Chios, then we set sail & prepare to spend the evening on the Aegean party paradise of Mykonos. Wander through the tiny streets & whitewashed cube houses, then enjoy a drink as you watch the sunset before setting sail for Athens. (B,L,D) See the traditional Cycladic style houses & famous windmills
Day 5: Santorini. Today we cruise to the quintessential Greek island, Santorini, worldfamous for its simple blue & white buildings,
Day 9: Arrival to Athens. Return to mythological Athens. Your trip ends after breakfast. (B) M Guided tour of the famous Acropolis
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Start Athens
Port Taxes Twin Out Athens & Gratuities A$ pp* A$ pp*
Finish
Twin Out Twin In Twin In Total Cost A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp*
2016 May 5 May 12 May 19 May 26 Jun 2 Jun 9 Jun 16 Jun 23 Sep 1 Sep 8 Sep 15 Sep 22 Sep 29 Oct 6 Oct 13
May 13 May 20 May 27 Jun 3 Jun 10 Jun 17 Jun 24 Jul 1 Sep 9 Sep 16 Sep 23 Sep 30 Oct 7 Oct 14 Oct 21
590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590
2629 2629 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2695 2629
3219 3219 3285 3285 3285 3285 3285 3285 3285 3285 3285 3285 3285 3285 3219
2199 2199 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2255 2199
2789 2789 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2845 2789
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. Substantial savings for quad-share rooms are available online or ask at time of booking for prices - save a minimum of A$680. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or quad share). Or take a single supplement option: add A$449 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or A$505 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (plus port taxes for total price). Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens centre. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip, it must be a multi-entry visa. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
4 World Heritage sites visited 1
Places visited Nightstops
CRUISE
TURKEY
ATHENS 2 GREECE
Cesme
AEGEAN SEA Samos
Kusadasi
Syros Mykonos Milos Ios
Kos Santorini
EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN CRUISING
SNAPSHOT
9 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES
8
NIGHTS CRUISING ACCOMMODATION
FROM
PP*
A$2845 A$317
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$279. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
7 nights on board a cruise ship (quad or twin-share),1 night in a hotel
HOW MUCH & WHEN
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Day 2: Athens to Mykonos. Board your ship & cruise to the Aegean paradise of Mykonos. Hang out on this island, famous for its young, vibrant party culture. (B) Day 3: Cruising to Samos via Kusadasi. Stop by the resort town of Kusadasi & shop in the town’s colourful bazaar. Later on, dock at the beautiful & colourful port of Vathy on Samos. Relax on the beach or in a local taverna, while you watching the locals fish for the catch of the day. (B,L,D) M Ancient Ephesus through the ages Day 4: Milos. Arrive at the beautiful & unspoilt island of Milos & spend the day exploring the pristine beaches on one of the least crowded islands in the Aegean. Take in the laid-back atmosphere, the small lovely villages & white-washed houses & enjoy a day of pure relaxation. (B,L,D) M Amazing beaches tour Day 5: Cruising Athens to Syros. Today you’ll have the morning to take advantage of the onboard facilities & relax before heading onto the picturesque island of Syros. Check out the stunning mansions & impressive town square. (B,L,D)
#EASTERNMEDCRUISING
Day 6: Cesme. You have the full day to enjoy Cesme, explore the city, visit one of the local beaches or soak up the rich & diverse history & culture. Wander through the pretty streets to the market or take a trip to Ismir, Turkey’s third largest city. (B,L,D) M ‘Izmir up close’ tour Day 7: Kos. We drop the anchor on the shores of Kos, this island has it all. From long sandy beaches, the castle & ruins of antiquity, to the lively night life scene of today! You have plenty of time to take in a little culture before hitting the beach. (B,L,D) Day 8: Cruising to Santorini via Ios. First off is the small island of Ios, widely thought of as having the best beaches of the Greek islands. Wander through the little villages full of colour & character or take a trip around the island to experience some of the best beaches & the real beauty of the island. Then, on to Santorini for an evening of breathtaking sunsets, sundownder drinks & stunning scenery. (B,L,D) M Boat cruise to volcanoes Day 9: Arrival into Athens. Return to mainland Greece & mythological Athens where the trip ends after breakfast. Transfer into central Athens or take the opportunity for a guided tour of the Acropolis & Parthenon. (B)
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SUMMER 2016 CODE: 9EMS Start Athens
Day 1: Arrive Athens. Check-in to your hotel & spend the afternoon getting a sneak peek at Athens. This afternoon meet your On-board Cruise Rep & fellow Contiki travellers. Visit the famous Plaka area
Mykonos Town
Port Taxes Twin Out Athens & Gratuities A$ pp* A$ pp*
Finish
INCLUDED MEALS
Twin Out Twin In Twin In Total Cost A$ pp* Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp*
8 buffet breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L), 7 buffet/three-course dinners (D)
2016 Jun 30 Jul 7 Jul 14 Jul 21 Jul 28 Aug 4 Aug 11 Aug 18 Aug 25
Jul 8 Jul 15 Jul 22 Jul 29 Aug 5 Aug 12 Aug 19 Aug 26 Sep 2
590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590 590
2695 2795 2795 2795 2795 2795 2695 2695 2695
3285 3385 3385 3385 3385 3385 3285 3285 3285
2255 2335 2335 2335 2335 2335 2255 2255 2255
2845 2925 2925 2925 2925 2925 2845 2845 2845
INCLUSIONS • An experienced On-board Cruise Rep • Nightly entertainment • Greek info pack
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. Substantial savings for quad-share rooms are available online or ask at time of booking for prices - save a minimum of A$620. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or quad share) Or take a single supplement option: add A$449 to twin-share price for an inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price) or A$505 to twin-share price for an outside cabin (plus port taxes for total price). Trip starts 5:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens centre. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip, it must be a multi-entry visa. For more ways to save see p.26.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Tsamadou Beach M Sea kayaking & volcanic barbecue See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ EASTERNMEDITERRANEAN CRUISING
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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ISLAND CRUISING & SANTORINI
CRUISE
2 World Heritage sites visited 1
Places visited Nightstops
AEGEAN SEA
TURKEY
2 ATHENS GREECE
Kusadasi Patmos
Mykonos IONIAN SEA
SANTORINI 3
Mykonos
Rhodes
SNAPSHOT
8
NIGHTS CRUISING ACCOMMODATION 3 nights on board a cruise ship, 5 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
Crete
9 DAYS 2 COUNTRIES FROM
PP*
A$2489 A$277
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$220. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
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INCLUDED MEALS 8 continental breakfasts (B), 4 lunches (L), 3 buffet/threecourse dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced On-board Cruise Rep • Coach transfers • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
ME TIME OPTIONS M Hellenistic & Roman Religious Visit to St. John’s Monastery M Grotto of Apocalypse M Minoan Palace of Knossos – 1st European Civilisation M Santorini island tour M Oia sunset See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ ISLAND-CRUISING
#CRUISINGSANTORINI
P/DAY*
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Arrive in Athens. Check into your hotel & then explore the mythological city of Athens, visit one of the beautiful beaches or check out the Psiri & Monastiraki areas. Later, meet up with your fellow travellers & discover Athens by night. Day 2: Cruise to Mykonos. Cruise your way through the Aegean to the paradise island of Mykonos. Hang out on the island famous for its golden beaches, cosmopolitan atmosphere, great shopping & party culture. (B,L,D) Visit Mykonos Town & see the traditional Cycladic-style houses
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Day 3: Cruise to Kusadasi & Patmos. Wake up to the Turkish port of Kusadasi. Rummage your way through the Grand Bazaar, take in the stunning views & enjoy the Turkish hospitality. Our next port of call is Patmos, with its sacred spots & wild countryside. Explore the monasteries & traditional settlements or discover the stylish harbour & contemporary boutiques. (B,L,D) Visit Kusadasi’s local bazaar See the Monastery of St. John on Patmos M Ancient Ephesus through the ages
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Day 4: Cruise to Rhodes. Rhodes has it all, smack in the middle of three continents, it serves up a mix of relics from different civilisations alongside a modern laid-back vibe. Wind your way through the walls of the Old Town & discover life in medieval Greece, shop up a storm in the waterfront boutiques or dive into the
turquoise ocean at one of the spectacular sandy beaches. (B,L,D) See the fortified town of Rhodes
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Day 5: Cruise to Crete & Santorini. Today starts in Heraklion, discover the rich history & diverse nature of Greece’s largest island. Then cruise to Santorini, chill out while you sail through the crystal clear water to this iconic Greek island. We will disembark & transfer to the hotel, then take the opportunity to start exploring the picture perfect island! (B,L) Visit Heraklion Town Visit the main town of Fira See the spectacular volcanic islands surrounding Santorini
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Days 6 - 7: Santorini. Two days to enjoy the stunning natural beauty of the island of Santorini. If you’re not shopping or taking in the views, head to one of the distinctive volcanic sand beaches & soak up the breathtaking scenery. By night live like a local & wander through the winding streets, enjoying local delicacies & excellent nightlife. (B)(B) M Boat ride out to the active volcanic island of Nea Kameni Day 8: Santorini to Athens. Cruise onto the final leg of our trip. Arrive in Athens for our final evening together & farewell evening out! (B) M Farewell dinner Day 9: Finish in Athens. Your trip ends after breakfast & check out. (B)
HOW MUCH & WHEN SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBSM Start
Finish
Trip
Athens
Athens
A$ pp*
Port Taxes Total & Gratuities Cost A$ pp*
A$ pp*
320 320 320 320 320 320 320 320
2489 2489 2489 2545 2545 2545 2489 2489
2016 May Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Sep
29 12 26 10 24 7 21 4
Jun Jun Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Sep
6 20 4 18 1 15 29 12
2169 2169 2169 2225 2225 2225 2169 2169
* Cruise prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or tripleshare). Or take a single supplement option: add A$645 to twin-share price for a single room/inside cabin (plus add port taxes for total price). Triple-share reduction of 5% available based on the twin-share trip price. Trip starts 6:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens centre. If you require a Schengen visa for this trip, it must be a multi-entry visa. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
SPLIT 1 WILD BAY 1
SAILING
CROATIA
BOL 1 MAKARSKA 1 1 HVAR 1 KORCULA
DUBROVNIK 1
ADRIATIC SEA
2 World Heritage sites visited 1
Nightstops
CROATIAN ISLAND HOPPER
Split
2 WAYS TO GO
SNAPSHOT
8 DAYS 1 COUNTRY PP*
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$170. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING NORTH Day 1: Arrive Dubrovnik. Welcome to Croatia! On arrival in Dubrovnik head to the ship & meet your group & On-board Cruise Rep for a tasty BBQ. (L,D) Day 2: Dubrovnik to Korčula . Today set sail for Korčula, home of Marco Polo. The Old Town’s cobbled streets are perfect for exploring & its hidden bars in old turrets are the ideal spot for a blissful sunset. (B,L) Visit the fortified Old Town Day 3: Korčula to Hvar. Next up, Hvar! This place has an unexplainable buzz – its port is packed with yachts from all over the world & its old town square & hilltop views are awesome. (B,L) See the Arsenal & the 16th Century fort Day 4: Hvar to Wild Bay. Today we’re off to our exclusive overnight in a slice of paradise, Wild Bay. Croatia is the jewel of the Adriatic & its evident everywhere you look here. (B,L,D) Day 5: Wild Bay to Bol. It’s on to a new vibe today, Bol on the south of the island of Brac. This quaint little town is perfect for exploring. Hit the gorgeous Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape) beach & head to one of the harbour’s little restaurants to grab some delicious local seafood. (B) Visit Zlatni Rat beach M Captain’s dinner Day 6: Bol to Makarska. Today we head to Makarska with its super sandy beach, long promenade & chilled vibe. For a bit of local action, head to the main square markets. Makarska goes
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NIGHTS SAILING ACCOMMODATION
HOW MUCH & WHEN
FROM
A$1695 A$212
7
off when the sun goes down, so exploring by night is a must. (B) Day 7: Makarska to Split. Today we cruise on to the Dalmatian capital, Split. Get up close to real Roman heritage when you wander through the domain of Diocletian’s Palace. Tonight, hit the promenade then the Old Town bars for your last night out. (B,L) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split Day 8: Depart Split. The good times in Croatia end after breakfast this morning, when it’s time to swap email addresses & say goodbye to your new friends. (B)
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SOUTH This trip follows the same itinerary as the North with the exception of Day 7 where you spend the night in Split. Day 1: Split to Pucisca. (L,D) Day 2: Pucisca to Makarska. (B) Day 3: Makarska to Bol. (B) M Captain’s dinner Day 4: Bol to Wild Bay. (B,L,D)
7 nights twin-share accommodation on a traditional sailing cruise boat
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBDI Start
Finish
D’rovnik
Split
Port Taxes & On or On or above Below Below Supplements above deck Total Cost deck Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
2016 Jun 25 Jul 9 Jul 23 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 3
Jul 2 Jul 16 Jul 30 Aug 13 Aug 27 Sep 10
140 140 140 140 140 140
1649 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729
1789 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869
1555 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635
1695 1775 1775 1775 1775 1775
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INCLUDED MEALS 7 continental breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D), plus daily bottled drinking water supplement
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBSI Start Split
Finish Port Taxes & On or On or above Below Below D’rovnik Supplements above deck Total Cost deck Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
2016 Jun 18 Jul 2 Jul 16 Jul 30 Aug 13 Aug 27
Jun 25 Jul 9 Jul 23 Aug 6 Aug 20 Sep 3
140 140 140 140 140 140
1649 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729
1789 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869
1555 1635 1635 1635 1635 1635
1695 1775 1775 1775 1775 1775
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost.
Single on or above deck cabin supplement add A$1225. Single below deck cabin supplement add A$1155. Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a roof porthole & door that opens to the inside. We use a selection of exclusive ‘A class’ boats Northbound – Trip starts 12:00 noon in Dubrovnik & ends approx. 8:00am in Split.
Day 5: Wild Bay to Hvar. (B,L)
Southbound – Trip starts 12:00 noon in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Dubrovnik.
Day 6: Hvar to Korčula. (B,L)
For more ways to save see p.26.
Day 7: Korčula to Dubrovnik. (B,L) M Sea kayaking trip
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced captain, crew & On-board Cruise Rep • Orientations of all destinations • Port & visitors’ taxes
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Stay on our ‘A Class’ boat – exclusive to Contiki • Comfortable boat with decking for sunbathing • Dinner on two nights, giving you flexibility to explore your way in the ports on other nights • Twin-share cabins with private facilities Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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Day 8: End Dubrovnik. (B)
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CROATIA ISLAND ESCAPE + CROATIA ISLAND ESCAPE PLUS
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CROATIA
1 MAKARSKA
8 DAYS
2 World Heritage sites visited 1
FROM
PP*
A$1139 A$143
P/DAY*
#CROATIANESCAPE
Nightstops
1 HVAR KORCULA 1
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$185. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
Dubrovnik
SAILING
1 TRSTENIK 2 DUBROVNIK
ADRIATIC SEA
SNAPSHOT
CROATIA
7
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Split to Hvar. All aboard! Jump on board our exclusive boat, meet your On-board Cruise Rep, captain & crew & settle into your cabin as we cruise to Hvar. Check out the town’s stunning square, 16th Century theatre & hilltop fortress for amazing views over the gorgeous harbour. Tonight, get to know your fellow travellers over dinner before hitting the town. (L,D) See the Arsenal & 16th Century fort
CROATIA ISLAND ESCAPE SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBCI
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Day 2: Hvar to Korčula . Start the day with a swimming stop before a long lunch on deck as we head to Korčula, home of the famous adventurer, Marco Polo. Get a feel for its buildings, fascinating architecture & stone streets. Tonight, try some locally produced white wines & discover the town’s nightlife. (B,L) Visit the fortified Old Town
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Day 3: Korčula to Dubrovnik. Today we’ll head to stunning Dubrovnik, known as the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. Tonight, hit the pedestrian district of the Old Town & spend your evening exploring the town’s hot spots. (B) See the fortified city & the old port M Dubrovnik walking tour
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Day 4: Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik has so much to see & do, so head back to the city or sun worship on the amazing beaches. Opt for a kayaking excursion around the old walls for a different view of the city – you can jump out & stop for swims when you like. You could venture
further afield on the cable car above Dubrovnik for breathtaking views. (B,D) M Sea kayaking trip Day 5: Dubrovnik to Trstenik. Today we’ll sail past the Elaphite islands, known for palms, olive trees, citrus plantations & colourful reefs. Tonight, we’ll dock in the unspoilt village of Trstenik, with its views across the Adriatic Sea. (B,L) M Captain’s dinner Day 6: Trstenik to Makarska . A day’s sailing means time to relax & work on your tan. We’ll dock at Makarska with its long sandy beach & promenade. For a bit of local action, head to the main square & check out the fruit & flower markets. Tonight is yours, so head to a local restaurant & try some grilled fish or a mixed seafood platter. (B,L) Day 7: Makarska to Split. After drifting past the windsurfer’s paradise of Brac, we’ll cruise to Split. Wander through the domain of Diocletian’s Palace for a piece of Roman heritage, complete with 220 buildings & a huge cathedral. For your last night, soak up Split’s Mediterranean vibes & make your way to one of the fantastic waterfront bars. Later, head back into the maze of streets within the palace walls & discover cool cafés & pumping clubs (B,L) See Diocletian’s Palace in Split
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Day 8: Depart Split. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
Start Split
Finish Split
NIGHTS SAILING ACCOMMODATION 7 nights twin-share accommodation on a traditional sailing cruise boat
Port Taxes & On or On or above Below Below Supplements above deck Total Cost deck Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
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140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140
1149 1215 1215 1289 1469 1469 1469 1505 1505 1629 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1729 1625 1625 1625 1469 1469 1289
1289 1355 1355 1429 1609 1609 1609 1645 1645 1769 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1869 1765 1765 1765 1609 1609 1429
999 1085 1085 1115 1365 1365 1365 1449 1449 1515 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1609 1545 1545 1545 1365 1365 1115
1139 1225 1225 1255 1505 1505 1505 1589 1589 1655 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1749 1685 1685 1685 1505 1505 1255
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single on or above deck cabin supplement add A$1225. Single below deck cabin supplement add A$1139. Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a roof port hole & door that opens to the inside. We use a selection of exclusive ‘A class’ boats Trip starts 12:00 noon in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Split.
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INCLUDED MEALS 7 continental breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D), plus daily bottled drinking water supplement
INCLUSIONS • An experienced captain & crew with an On-board Cruise Rep • Orientations of all destinations • Port & visitors’ taxes
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Choice of two different boat options • Comfortable boat with decking for sunbathing • Dinner on two nights, giving you flexibility to explore your way in the ports on other nights • Twin-share cabins with private facilities Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Discover the walled city of Dubrovnik on a locally guided walking tour See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
For more ways to save see p.26. For travel insurance see p.179.
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Finish Split
Port Taxes & On or On or above Below Below Supplements above deck Total Cost deck Total Cost A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp* A$ pp*
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Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 2 Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 Jul 30 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27
140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140
1659 1659 1779 1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1885 1779
1799 1799 1919 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 2025 1919
1519 1519 1695 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1765 1695
1659 1659 1835 1905 1905 1905 1905 1905 1905 1905 1835
LOCAL CULTURE Sun seekers listen up. It’s all about Hula Hula Beach Bar, Hvar. This waterside spot goes off, so grab a towel, hit the sun loungers with a book & laze the day away.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ CROATIAN-CRUISING
These dates are for the Croatia Island Escape Plus. Stay on our exclusive air-conditioned boats
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost. Single on or above deck cabin supplement add A$1315.
Traditional motor sail boat
Single below deck cabin supplement add A$1235. Note: ‘On or Above Deck’ cabins have a door that opens to the outside, while ‘Below Deck’ cabins have a roof port hole & door that opens to the inside. We use a selection of exclusive ‘A class’ boats Trip starts 12:00 noon in Split & ends approx. 8:00am in Split. For more ways to save see p.26. For travel insurance see p.179.
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CORINTH
GREEK SAILING
CANAL
Aegina Perdika
Poros
GREECE
PP*
A$1495 A$187
P/DAY*
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$150. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #GREEKSAILING
Zogeria Bay
Places visited
Nafplio
8 DAYS FROM
SAILING
Athens
Spetses
Hydra MEDITERRANEAN SEA
Plaka
SNAPSHOT
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Athens to Perdika. It all begins in Athens! First you’ll meet your Skipper & Contiki team, then board the yacht & set sail to stunning Perdika. This little fishing village is a great way to start the trip & indulge in traditional Greek food as you get to know your sailing buddies.
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCGS
Day 2: Perdika to Hydra. Next up: Hydra, an island renowned for its beauty, is bound to impress. En route we will pass some small islands & have some swim stops to cool off in the heat. On arrival, discover as much as you can on foot or donkey, as this little paradise is vehicle-free. Wander the cathedral & monasteries found here, eat some seafood by the water, take a dip in the ocean & get social! (B) Day 3: Hydra to Plaka, Leonidio. Leave Hydra early in the morning & set sail to the south coast of Spetses for a lunch/swim stop in a secluded bay with clear turquoise waters. Then sail south towards the Peloponnese coast, where Plaka of Leonidio is found. A quiet little village with hospitable residents is our next stop. (B)
just over 4,000 people, this little island offers relaxation the way the Greeks do it best! Enjoy some chill-out time on the beach or indulge in an icy frappuccino to cool off as you wander through the quiet streets. With boutiques & loads to explore, there’s plenty to keep you busy. Next on the list, Spetses. (B) Day 6: Spetses to Poros. Swim at Kounoupi islet & Dhokos to let the basking continue as you stop for a few swimming sessions before docking up in Poros – with its pine, lemon & olive trees dotting the landscape. Pick up some olive oil to take home, or just roll out your towel at Kanali beach & pop into a local taverna for lunch, or head to Askeli for some beachside volleyball. Enjoy every second until the sunsets, then make the most of the night. (B) Day 7: Poros to Aegina. Today we will be heading to another beauty… Aegina! Sail past the uninhabited Moni island on the way, its crystal light blue water & beautiful beaches are utter perfection! Once we’ve dropped anchor in Aegina, make the most of your last night out. (B)
Day 4: Plaka to Nafplio. Get the cameras ready for photo ops in Nafplio, and try delicious local food on its beautiful cobbled streets. Find the local markets & sample some food or hit the shops. If historical fortresses or amazing views are your thing, check out the Palamidi Fortress & Akronafplia Citadel… worth the walk! (B)
Day 8: Aegina to Athens. We pull up the anchor one last time as we head back to Athens. This means it’s time to start saying farewell to the crew, swap contact details & reflect on the trip. (B)
Day 5: Nafplio to Spetses. Today, stop for a swim at Zogeria Bay. With a population of
Please note: You will help in preparing breakfast, keeping the boat clean & assist in sailing.
Start
Finish
Trip
Athens
Athens
A$ pp*
NIGHTS SAILING ACCOMMODATION 7 nights twin berth accommodation on a sailing yacht – exclusive to Contiki
Food Fund
Port Taxes
Total Cost
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
A$ pp*
70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70
40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40
1495 1525 1525 1525 1525 1525 1625 1625 1635 1625 1625 1625 1625 1625 1555
2016 May28 Jun 4 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 2 Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 Jul 30 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27 Sep 3
Jun 4 Jun 11 Jun 18 Jun 25 Jul 2 Jul 9 Jul 16 Jul 23 Jul 30 Aug 6 Aug 13 Aug 20 Aug 27 Sep 3 Sep 10
1385 1415 1415 1415 1415 1415 1515 1515 1525 1515 1515 1515 1515 1515 1445
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost.
Single room supplement of A$1385. Trip starts 1:00pm in Athens & ends approx. 10:00am in Athens. You will need to bring your own towel. Luggage is limited to a small backpack. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B)
INCLUSIONS • A dedicated on-board skipper • Port & visitors’ taxes • Hotel/port transfers
EXPERIENCE SAILING IN GREECE • Stay on a modern sailing yacht for 8 people – exclusive to Contiki • Breakfast daily • Twin berths with bathrooms • Use of on-board gear like snorkels, goggles & stand up paddle board
LOCAL CULTURE Bouboulina’s Museum, Spetses. Named after the ancient Greek heroine it’s the perfect spot for an in-depth historical fix
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GETTING THERE
Greek sailing yacht
There are low cost airlines that fly to Athens from London. Flights can get busy, so book in advance for the best deals. Or, book your international flights right through to Athens.
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TURKISH SAILING
SAILING
TURKEY
BODRUM 2 PABUCBURNU 1
8 DAYS FROM
PP*
1
COKERTME 1
P/DAY*
A$669 A$84
GULF OF GOKOVA
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$109. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS #TURKISHSAILING
Cokertme
Places visited Nightstops
KARACASOGUT 1 BALLISU 1 1 ENGLISH Kisebuku HARBOUR
SNAPSHOT
TURKEY
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HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Start Bodrum. On arrival at Bodrum, make your way to the port & board our traditional Turkish gulet & let the good times begin. With the harbour as your backdrop, get to know your group over dinner as you relax & watch the sunset. Bodrum’s nightlife goes off, so if you’re up for some group bonding then head out & explore the city by night. (D)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBTS
Day 2: Bodrum to Cokertme via Orak Island. All aboard! Set sail for quiet Orak Island for a swim in the crystal-blue waters, complete with a tasty lunch on board. It’s all about taking in the incredible coast as we sail to Cokertme. This little fishing town is perfect for exploring or meeting some locals before dinner overlooking the bay. (B,L,D) Day 3: Cokertme to English Harbour via Seven Islands. Check out the sunrise en route to Seven Islands, famous for its dotted island landscape. After breakfast, stop for swims at Kufre Bay & Uzun Liman (Long Port), head on land for a stroll through the forest, play some board games on deck with your fellow sailors or sit back in the sun! Later we cruise to English Harbour for the night. (B,L,D) Day 4: English Harbour to Karacasogut . Explorers could opt to visit Turtle Beach on Dalyan for a day trip to experience one of the famous mud-baths, try & spot some turtles, or just relax in paradise. After a swimming or snorkelling fix it’s onto Karacasogut, where you could head to the beach town of Marmaris & take in this cool village vibe by night. (B,L,D) M Dalyan mud bath experience & day trip Day 5: Karacasogut to Ballisu via Cleopatra Island. Next up: Cleopatra Island. This slice of paradise with its small beach, white sand, legendary stories & clear water is like an
open-air museum. Afterwards it’s more fun in the sun at Ballisu – do some swimming or a stroll through the pine forests before a relaxing dinner & another incredible sunset. (B,L,D) See the sights of Longoz Bay
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Day 6: Ballisu to Pabucburnu via Kisebuku& Kargili. Another relaxing morning! Catch the rays on deck before we reach Kargili Bay for morning swimming. Later, it’s time to get a culture fix as you explore & learn about the ancient Byzantine ruins of Kisebuku. Tonight take a well deserved swim, sunbake & chill. (B,L,D) Explore the Byzantine ruins of Kisebuku
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Day 7: Pabucburnu to Bodrum via Yaliciftlik. Discover Pabucburnu & Yaliciftlik Bay, or head on land & experience the vibrant local life in the village on an optional guided tour. This afternoon capture the last of the Turkish coastline views as we cruise back to Bodrum for our last night out with the group. (B,L,D) M Local village tour Day 8: Depart Bodrum. The trip ends after breakfast when it’s time to swap email addresses & say goodbye to your travel buddies. (B)
Start
Finish
Bodrum
Bodrum
Port taxes & supplements A$ pp*
NIGHTS SAILING ACCOMMODATION 7 nights twin-share berth accommodation on board a traditional Turkish gulet boat
Trip A$ pp*
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Apr May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep
30 7 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16 23 30 6 13 20 27 3 10 17
May May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Sep
7 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 2 9 16 23 30 6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24
110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 110
559 579 599 649 699 749 849 849 919 1035 1035 1095 1095 1095 1095 1095 1095 1035 1035 1035 799
669 689 709 759 809 859 959 959 1029 1145 1145 1205 1205 1205 1205 1205 1205 1145 1145 1145 909
* Prices above are based on two-person berths.
If you’re travelling solo we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost.
Single cabin supplement add A$675.
GETTING THERE Getting to & from Bodrum is easy. If you’re not flying direct to Turkey, many low cost airlines fly direct to Bodrum from London. Visit skyscanner.net & book early to get the best deals. Once in Bodrum make your way to the Barbaros Yachting stand next to the Tepecik Mosque/cafe to meet your crew.
Note: many cabins have double beds & most people choose to sleep under the stars up on deck. All cabins have private en suite bathrooms. We use a selection of ‘standard’ boats. Trip starts 3:30pm in Bodrum & ends approx. 10:30am in Bodrum. For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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INCLUDED MEALS 7 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D)
INCLUSIONS • An experienced captain & crew • Port & visitors’ taxes
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Stay & play on a traditional Turkish gulet • Comfortable & modern gulet with large decks & outdoor areas for relaxing • Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea & dinner each day • 2-person berths with private en suite bathrooms • Use of fun water gear like flippers & snorkels Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Marmaris city tour at night See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Grab a kebab in its original home! We love Denizhan Restaurant in Bodrum – it’s a must visit for kebab lovers & one of the best spots in the city.
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ TURKISH-SAILING
Turkish gulet boat
Hands down an amazing trip. We had an amazing group, I feel incredibly lucky to have met all the people that were on our trip and I absolutely recommend this trip!! I would go back tomorrow if I didn’t have a job or need money.. Nflint (contiki.com/reviews)
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INCLUDED • Plenty of year round trips to witness Europe in Autumn, Winter and Spring meaning less queues, fewer crowds and cheaper entry fees. Look out for the w symbol to find out more • Experience a magical European Winter, think Christmas markets, ice-skating and delicious warming treats • Get your adrenalin racing and hit the slopes and ski or board the Austrian slopes • A toasty collection of hotels, hostels and our exclusive Gasthof Schöneck in Austria • A Trip Manager and Driver team will be your oracles on all the “coolest” things in Europe (the last cool pun, we promise) • Stacks of included activities from the colossal monuments to the little-known wonders • Modern air-con coaches with powerpoints, on-board WiFi, movies and a killer sound system • Free time to sign up for ME Time optionals or tackle Europe DIY style • The choice to depart from London, Wörgl train station (easy access from Munich or Salzburg airports) or Innsbruck Airport on our Ski and Board Austria trips
WAYS TO STAY HOTELS
HOSTELS
From A$152 per day
From A$143 per day
contiki.com/winter-ski
SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABIN VILLAGES
New Trips
From A$116 per day
Watch at contiki.com/watch-winter-ski
Stay connected with WiFi at many Winter overnights.
41 TRIPS FROM 4 TO 25 DAYS
Berlin Christmas Market
OUR TRIPS Winter Wanderer ......................................... w p.160 Ski or Board Austria .................................... w p.164 Iceland ......................................................
w p.165
FOR A LIST OF OUR 41 TRIPS THAT RUN ALL YEAR ROUND, VISIT P.5 AND LOOK FOR THE w ICON.
Check out the trip pages for itineraries that visit the Christmas Markets.
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WINTER WANDERER
WINTER
NORTH SEA
24 DAYS
ENGLAND
2 AMSTERDAM
FROM
PP*
A$4225 A$177
Ruhr Valley
London
P/DAY*
BERLIN 2
NETHERLANDS
Dresden
Dover Calais
BELGIUM
ENGLISH CHANNEL
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$455. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
2 PRAGUE
GERMANY
Valley of the Somme
CZECH REP
2 PARIS
Mauthausen
MUNICH 1
#WINTERWANDERER Burgundy Region
AUSTRIA
SWITZ FRANCE
2 VIENNA
2 LUCERNE
Dolomite Mountains
ITALY
LYON 1
2 VENICE
Pisa
1 FLORENCE
Monaco
Pyrenees Mountains SPAIN
14 World Heritage sites visited 1
Paris
Places visited Nightstops Optional start city Optional end city Optional start/end city
2 BARCELONA
2 FRENCH RIVIERA MEDITERRANEAN SEA
ADRIATIC SEA
Vatican City
2 ROME
SNAPSHOT
FRANCE/SWITZERLAND/SPAIN/MONACO ITALY/VATICAN CITY/AUSTRIA/GERMANY CZECH REPUBLIC/NETHERLANDS BELGIUM*
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NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 23 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
*IN TRANSIT
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: Start London or Paris. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or later this afternoon in Paris). Ferry across the English Channel to France. Journey past World War I battlefields. (D) See the White Cliffs of Dover See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre, the Champs-Élysées & Notre Dame Cathedral
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Day 2: Paris. Indulge in sophisticated Paris where you’ll find magic, romance & history amongst the city’s legendary icons. (B) M Parisian cabaret show & three-course meal Day 3: Paris to Lucernce. Pass through the vineyards of Burgundy to Lucerne, nestled in the breathtaking Swiss Alps. (B,D) Day 4: Lucerne. Soak up the alpine beauty of this lake town as you wander through the cobbled streets. (B,D) See the wooden Chapel Bridge Visit the Lion Monument
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Day 5: Lucerne to Lyon. We leave the mountains behind as we head back to France, passing through the scenic countryside of the Rhône-Alpes on our way to the gastronomic capital of France, Lyon. Hotel (B) Day 6: Lyon to Barcelona . Head through the majestic Pyrénées Mountains, on to the Mediterranean city of Barcelona. (B,D) Day 7: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on a sightseeing tour. Tonight, feel the passion at an optional flamenco show! (B) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
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Day 8: Barcelona to French Riviera. Travel through Provence, past Cannes, to the glamorous resort town of Nice on the French Riviera. (B,D) Scenic drive along the Côte d’Azur
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Day 9: French Riviera. Do as the locals do – stroll through markets, check out the many museums & shop the upscale boutiques. Later, rub shoulders with the rich & famous in Monaco! (B) Visit a French perfumery See the Royal Palace in Monaco Visit a Monte Carlo casino
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Day 10: French Riviera to Florence. Stop & check out Pisa’s famous architectural wonder before arriving in Florence. (B) M Tuscan evening
Day 13: Rome to Venice. Today we head north toward the Adriatic Sea as we cross the Appenines & arrive in the Veneto region. (B,D) Day 14: Venice. Meander through the “floating city’s” tight alleyways & canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos & markets. (B) See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Square See Venice’s iconic canals & gondolas M Gondola ride along the canals
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Day 15: Venice to Vienna. Ride through the Dolomite Mountains to Austria’s cultural capital, Vienna. (B) Day 16: Vienna. Viennese culture waltzes right up to you on a morning tour. Take the afternoon to explore the city’s wealth of music, cafés, parks, architecture & of course, strudel! (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House Scenic drive along the historic ring road M Schnaps Museum visit & tasting
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Day 17: Vienna to Munich. Make a sobering stop at the Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial en route to Munich, home of Oktoberfest. (B) Visit the Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz Visit a traditional beer hall
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Day 18: Munich to Prague. Wind through the German countryside & Bohemia to Prague, the “City of a Thousand Spires”. (B,D) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
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Day 19: Prague. Snake through this medieval city’s maze of cobbled streets & discover Gothic architecture, bargain-priced beer & crystal beads. (B) M Scenic river cruise with buffet meal Day 20: Prague to Berlin. Bite into some local fare at your stop in Dresden en route to über-cool Berlin. (B,D) See the Tiergarten, Alexanderplatz, Russian War Memorial, Brandenburg Gate & historic Reichstag building
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Day 22: Berlin to Amsterdam. Motor down the autobahn to free-wheeling Amsterdam. (B,D) See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
Day 12: Rome. Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” & explore this living museum. Later, there’s a chance to delve into history with a tour of the Vatican museums including the Sistine Chapel. (B) See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City M Locally guided tour of the Colosseum & Forum
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INCLUDED MEALS 23 continental breakfasts (B), 11 three-course dinners (D)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: WWHL Start London or Paris
Finish
Total
Amsterdam Cost or London A$ pp*
14 16 21 28 4 11 16 18 23 25 30 2 5 7 9 12 14 16 18
Finish
Total
Amsterdam Cost or London A$ pp*
London or Paris
2016
2016 Oct Oct Oct Oct Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
Start
Nov Nov Nov Nov Nov ★ Dec ★ Dec ★ Dec ★ Dec ★ Dec ★ Dec ★ Dec ★ Dec ★ Dec ★● Jan ★■ Jan ★▲Jan ★◆ Jan ★✱ Jan
6 8 13 20 27 4 9 11 16 18 23 25 28 30 1 4 6 8 10
4465 4465 4465 4465 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4355 4575 4575
20 22 24 27 29 31
★✝ Jan ★✤ Jan ★✚ Jan ★▼Jan ◗ Jan ✙ Jan
12 14 16 19 21 23
4575 4575 4575 4575 4575 4575
2017 Jan 3 Jan 6 Jan 13 Jan 18 Jan 20 Jan 27 Feb 3 Feb 17 Feb 24 Mar 3 Mar 17
Jan Jan Feb Feb Feb Feb Feb Mar Mar Mar Apr
26 29 5 10 12 19 26 12 19 26 9
4575 4575 4575 4575 4225 4225 4225 4225 4225 4225 4355
Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec Dec
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share). Single room supplement of A$1135 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 7:00am in London or 5:00pm in Paris & ends approx. 10:00am at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport or approx. 6:30pm in London. ● Spend New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam. ■ Spend New Year’s Eve in Berlin. ▲ Spend New Year’s Eve in Prague. ◆ Spend New Year’s Eve in Vienna. ✱ Spend New Year’s Eve in Venice. ✝ Spend New Year’s Eve in Rome. ✤ Spend New Year’s Eve in Florence. ✚ Spend New Year’s Eve in the French Riviera. ▼ Spend New Year’s Eve in Barcelona.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossings
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Exclusive ‘Paris by Night’ tour • Check out Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower • Explore Florence on foot with our Local Guide • Special access Rome sightseeing tour • Private boat through the canals of Venice • A moving experience at the Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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◗ Spend New Year’s Eve in Lucerne. ✙ Spend New Year’s Eve in Paris.
ME TIME OPTIONS
★ This trip visits cities during the Christmas markets.
M Indulge in a Swiss fondue lunch, Lucernce M Flamenco dance show with dinner & drinks, Barcelona M Evening canal boat cruise in Amsterdam See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
For more ways to save see p.26. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
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Day 21: Berlin. Savour the intoxicating mix of old & new in this ever changing city. You’ll find historical significance in everything from the streets to the grand monuments. (B) Take in commemorative artwork & the Berlin Wall See the site of Checkpoint Charlie M Historical Berlin walking tour
Day 11: Florence to Rome. A local Florentine guide gives you the inside track on striking buildings & sacred art in one of Italy’s most atmospheric cities. (B,D) See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery & Piazza della Signoria in Florence Florentine leather craft demonstration See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & the Roman Forum in Rome
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HOW MUCH & WHEN
LOCAL CULTURE Head to the Rathausplatz in Vienna at Christmas time. The wurst, glühwein, the brass bands & falling snow – perfect!
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Day 23: Amsterdam. Check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & notoriously fun nightclubs. (B) Visit a cheese farm & clog maker’s house
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Day 24: Depart Amsterdam. Morning transfer to Schiphol Airport (est. arr. 10:00am) or choose to take a complimentary transfer to central London & extend your stay. (B)
Don’t be scared off by the winter season and weather, I think Europe was quite picture perfect and magical and I think everyone should experience a European winter! Nicole Hewitt (contiki.com/reviews)
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AUSTRIA GET A SLICE OF MOUNTAIN LIFE THIS WINTER. HOPFGARTEN IN AUSTRIA IS THE PERFECT PLACE FOR A DOSE OF ON & OFF PISTE ACTION.
WHAT YOU GET WHERE YOU’RE HEADED Hopfgarten village, in the Austrian Tyrol, is the perfect location for a ski or boarding holiday. At the gateway to Europe’s top ski region, the SkiWelt, it’s perfect for indulging in loads of on and off-piste action. With over 280km (174 miles) of piste, with gondolas and chair lifts, near-perfect terrain and one of the biggest artificial snow-making networks in Europe.
TWO WAYS TO GO MEANS MORE CHOICE
ON THE SLOPES WHERE YOU STAY & WHAT’S INCLUDED Our Contiki-owned Gasthof features single, twin and quadshare rooms (most with private facilities), plus internet access and free WiFi. Hang up your boots, chill in the bar, and join one of our famous party nights. We include a hot buffet breakfast daily and for a small pre-booked supplement, we’ll also include five three-course dinners (or 10 for a 2-week holiday), all prepared on site.
1. Travel on the coach from London
OUR ON-SITE TEAM
2. Meet us there. If you prefer to fly, we offer free transfers from Innsbruck Airport and Wörgl train station (easy links from Munich and Salzburg airports to Wörgl).
The knowledge and expertise of our Contiki Team is what makes us different. They all live in Hopfgarten, so they know what’s hot to do both on and off the slopes.
PERFECT FOR ALL LEVELS:
APRÈS-SKI:
Beginner: With 134km of easy runs, SkiWelt has the perfect terrain for beginners. Combined with our great value ski school, you’ll be up on the slopes in no time.
European après-ski is an essential part of any winter holiday. Literally meaning ‘after ski’ with drinking, dancing and socialising, it’s the perfect way to finish up your day.
Intermediate: Want to improve on your technique? Loads of moderate runs mean you really test your skills.
GOT A SMART PHONE?
Advanced: Plenty of black runs will keep the keenest of keen skiers and riders challenged.
You can download the SkiWelt’s own App, the SkiWelt iTrailMap, before you leave home. It’s got everything you need, from ski maps, 3D map with GPS, lift status updates, the weather, webcams and more.
INCLUDED ON ALL TRIPS • Breakfast daily • Exclusive Contiki-owned accommodation • Salzburg day trip
• Contiki Grand Slam downhill ski race • Contiki-only On-site Team
SKIWELT MAP Easy slopes (blue): 134km total length / Moderate slopes (red): 129km total length / DifямБcult slopes (black): 17km total length Total length of pistes: 280km
FEATURES
VOTED BEST SKI RESORT 2015*
SKI ESSENTIALS
77 REFRESHMENT STOPS 14 CABLE CARS 1 FUNICULAR RAILWAY 20 CHAIR LIFTS 16 DETACHABLE CHAIR LIFTS 19 DRAG LIFTS & 20 PRACTICE LIFTS *Determined by a Europe-wide survey by Snowplaza.
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7/8
A$410
A$95
A$700
A$169
3 or 5 day ski and/or snowboard lessons are available once in the resort and can be arranged on your arrival
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NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS One night on the coach from London. Twin or quad-share accommodation.
7/14
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SKI PLUS
8 Nights (6 days ski) Start Finish London London
SKI OR BOARD AUSTRIA COACH FROM LONDON
CODE: C15SWBIT A$ pp*
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8/15 NIGHTS 1 COUNTRY PP* P/DAY* FROM A$935 A$117
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast daily (B)
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15 Nights (13 days ski) Start Finish London London
A$ pp*
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Dec 16 Dec 23 Dec 30
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2017 Jan 6 Jan 13 Jan 20 Jan 27 Feb 3 Feb 10 Feb 17 Feb 24 Mar 3
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21 28 4 11 18 25 4 11
Note: Ski Plus trips include transfers from London. Trip starts 7:00pm in London on Fridays & ends approx 10:00pm in London on Saturdays.
• Experienced Contiki On-site Team • Contiki exclusives including: Salzburg day trip & Contiki ski slam race • Included overnight coach travel from London • Access to Contiki’s exclusive Bar Schöneck themed party nights • Half board options available (for a small supplement)
* Important: Prices are per person, quad share & don’t include airfares. Single supp: 1 week add: A$585. 2 weeks add: A$1075. Twin-share supp: 1 week add: A$235. 2 weeks add: A$429. Half board supp: 5 nights add: A$89. 10 nights add: A$175. SAVE
BOOK A WINTER EUROPE TRIP AT THE SAME TIME AS A 2-WEEK SKI TRIP & SAVE UP TO A$50. SEE P.26.
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HOW MUCH & WHEN SKI
8/15
NIGHTS SPECIAL STOPOVERS Twin or quad-share accommodation
7/14
INCLUDED MEALS Breakfast daily (B)
INCLUSIONS • Experienced Contiki On-site Team • Contiki exclusives including: Salzburg day trip & Contiki ski slam race • FREE coach pickup from Innsbruck airport or Wörgl train station (easy access for Munich or Salzburg airports) • Access to Contiki’s exclusive Bar Schöneck themed party nights • Half board options available (for a small supplement)
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SKI ONLY SKI OR BOARD AUSTRIA MEET US THERE
7/14 NIGHTS 1 COUNTRY PP* P/DAY* FROM A$895 A$128
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7 Nights (6 days ski) Start Finish A$ Hopfgarten Hopfgarten pp*
14 Nights (13 days ski) Start Finish A$ Hopfgarten Hopfgarten pp*
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Note: Ski Only trips start in Hopfgarten on Saturdays. You need to provide us with your flight & arrival details approx. 21 days before departure to take the Innsbruck Airport transfer. Check-in starts 2:00pm & check-out is at 9:00am. * Important: Prices are per person, quad share & don’t include airfares. Single supp: 1 week add: A$585. 2 weeks add: A$1075. Twin-share supp: 1 week add: A$235. 2 weeks add: A$429. Half board supp: 5 nights add: A$89. 10 nights add: A$175. SAVE
TRIP + 2-WEEK SKI TRIP COMBINATION DISCOUNTS APPLY WHEN YOU BOOK A WINTER EUROPE TRIP AT THE SAME TIME AS A SKI TRIP. SAVE UP TO A$50 OFF THE COST OF THE SKI TRIP. SEE P.26.
WINTER ICELAND
REYKJAVIK 3 Blue Lagoon 1
Places visited Nightstops
ICELAND
Iceland’s glacial landscape
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
• Orientation of the city & its nightlife Day 2: Reykjavik. Today we’re off to bathe in the Blue Lagoon, one of the 25 wonders of the world. Once you’re relaxed & soothed it’s time to head back to Reykjavik. Tonight there’s a chance to see the Northern Lights on our guided trip. (B)
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Day 1: Reykjavik. Check-in to the hotel & head straight out into Reykjavik. Later, meet up with the other Contiki travellers & your Trip Manager & get ready for your adventure to begin. (RD)
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Day 3: Reykjavik. A full free day to enjoy a variety of activities & take in the stunning landscape. Why not opt onto our Golden Circle tour to see spouting geysers, tumbling waterfalls & ancient volcanoes. Tonight we’ll enjoy the nightlife of Reykjavik & end your Icelandic adventure in style. (B) M Golden Circle tour Day 4: Reykjavik. Say farewell to your new travel buddies, as the trip finishes after breakfast. (B)
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INCLUDED MEALS 3 breakfasts (B), 1 regional buffet dinner in our favourite local spot (RD)
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travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.
Single room supplement of A$365. Trip starts 6:00pm in Reykjavik & ends approx. 8:00am in Reykjavik.
INCLUSIONS
For more ways to save see p.26.
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Enjoy the Blue Lagoon hot springs • Northern Lights adventure with a Local Guide Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Golden Circle Tour M Jeep safari & Snowmobiling on a glacier M Ice walk on a glacier See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
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AN IMPOSSIBLE LINE-UP OF CULTURAL EVENTS, MUSIC FESTIVALS AND SPECIAL DATES LIKE CHRISTMAS, NEW YEARʼS EVE AND EASTER. PICK ANY ONE AND IT WILL PACK SOME PUNCH. INCLUDED • A unique group experience at the festive event of your choice • Breakfast most days and a few dinners depending on the trip you choose • A range of accommodation from well located hotels, modern hostels and budget-friendly camping • A Trip Manager and Driver team on short stays and day trips and a full, knowledgeable crew on festival trips • Handy orientations in the cities you visit • Modern air-con coaches with powerpoints, on-board WiFi, movies and a killer sound system • Free time to choose a ME Time optional, do some DIY exploring or recover from the mayhem of the festivities!
WAYS TO STAY HOTELS
HOSTELS
CAMPING
From A$111 per day
From A$131 per day
From A$89 per day
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Stay connected with WiFi at selected overnight stops.
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Sziget Festival
OUR TRIPS Sziget Festival .......................................................p.168
Amsterdam for Easter .....................................p.174
Oktoberfest............................................................p.170
Paris for New Year....................................... w p.175
ANZAC Classic / Odyssey ...............................p.171
Amsterdam for New Year....................... w p.175
London Explorer ..................................................p.172
Amsterdam King’s Day...................................p.175
London Uncovered.....................................
p.173
St. Patrick’s Day........................................... w p.176
Paris for Christmas...................................... w p.174
Hogmanay...................................................... w p.176
Amsterdam for Christmas ...................... w p.174
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HOW MUCH & WHEN
9 nights in hotels or hostels
Day 1: Arrive Berlin. Check-in to your hotel or hostel & meet up with your Contiki Team in über-cool Berlin! With two nights in this historical hot spot, you’ve got time to find out what makes Germany’s capital one of the most cutting-edge cities in the world. (D) Orientation of the city
HOTEL OPTION
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Day 2: Berlin. Today why not join a Local Guide for a city tour? Or with your free time, get inspired by Berlin’s creative scene & check out its galleries & street art, hit the shops, or do as the Berliners do & grab a curry wurst (a local favourite) & kick back at a Bierkeller (German beer house). Then top off your time in Berlin with some of your new friends & explore the city’s legendary nightlife. (B) See the Reichstag, Tiergarten & Brandenburg Gate M Berlin historical walking tour
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Day 3: Berlin to Prague. Heading south, we roll on to Dresden, often dubbed ‘Florence of the North’ because of its beauty. Then we head over the border & into the Czech Republic to the beautiful & atmospheric city of Prague. Get straight into the city’s historic heart with a walking tour. By night, Prague is loaded with all types of music, from jazz bars & hip DJs to opera. (B,D) See the rebuilt Baroque architecture of the Royal Residence, Zwinger Palace, Opera House & Frauenkirche in Dresden
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Day 4: Prague. More free time means you can get deeper into Prague’s Old Town in your own time. Slow the pace down & give yourself a chance to uncover its hidden treasures. Choose a bike ride & take in views of the city. With a night off, park yourself at a table in the Old Town, enjoy some world-famous Czech pilsner, people-watch & try out some of the traditional local dumplings. (B) See Hradčany Castle, the Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles Bridge & Wenceslas Square Visit the Old Town Square & see the Astronomical Clock
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Day 5: Prague to Vienna. We hit the road this morning & travel to Vienna, via World Heritagelisted Kutná Hora. Maybe choose to visit the chilling Sedlec Ossuary – a small chapel containing the bones of over 40,000 people, arranged artistically to form the decorations & furnishings inside! Tonight opt to experience Vienna’s musical legacy with a Mozart & Strauss concert in one of the city’s imperial palaces. (B,D) See Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral & the State Opera House
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Day 6: Vienna. Today there’s free time to check out the magnificent squares & majestic palaces or wander along the river Danube. This evening hit the rides at Prater Fun Park. (B) M Old Vienna Schnaps Museum Day 7: Vienna to Budapest/Sziget. Today we head to Budapest. With two cities rolled into one, this exotic town has a bit of everything. Prepare to celebrate the 24th edition of Sziget! With 400,000 fans on one beautiful island in the heart of the city, it’s going to be an unforgettable experience. (B) Day 8: Budapest/Sziget. Wake up, have breakfast & prepare to celebrate another day at Sziget! Before heading to the island for another day of surreal festivities, you could go sightseeing around the city & enjoy a lunch cruise! (B) M River cruise with lunch Day 9: Budapest/Sziget. It’s your final day at the festival, so make the most of every moment. Today Sziget will be going off… start the day chilling in the beach section & enjoy the summer sun, then hit the main stages & party with your crew into the night. Expect an unforgettable time! (B) Day 10: Depart Budapest. The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to share your contact details & say farewell to your new Sziget friends. (B)
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Budapest
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* Prices above are based on maximum twin-share. Single room supplement of A$670 & triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Trip starts 3:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 10:00am in Budapest.
INCLUSIONS • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Local taxes & service charges
For more ways to save see p.26. For travel insurance see p.179.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS
HOSTEL OPTION
• Tickets to 3 days of the festival • Orientation tour of each city Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CCSF Start
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Budapest
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Aug 15
1695
Food Fund
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* Prices above are based on quad-share. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Trip starts 3:00pm in Berlin & ends approx. 10:00am in Budapest. For more ways to save see p.26. For travel insurance see p.179.
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ME TIME OPTIONS M Alternative Berlin tour M Bunker tour in Prague M Mozart & Strauss concert in Vienna See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE When in Budapest head to the Central Market Hall for some deilcious Langos, Hungary’s favourite deep-fried dough with a heap of tasty toppings.
Budapest
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OKTOBERFEST
STAY YOUR WAY... SNAPSHOT BREAKFAST DAILY INCLUSIONS • An experienced Festival Crew • Modern air-con coach with powerpoints from London to Munich • Regular transfers from accommodation to festival site
FESTIVAL
BE PART OF THE WORLDʼS BIGGEST BEER FESTIVAL – OKTOBERFEST! START AND END IN LONDON OR MUNICH. THREE WAYS TO STAY – HOTEL, HOSTEL AND CAMPING. CHOOSE TO CAMP IN PRE-ERECTED TENTS, STAY IN A HOSTEL OR TAKE IT UP A NOTCH ON OUR HOTEL TRIPS. CHOOSE TO TRAVEL ON THE COACH FROM LONDON, OR MAKE YOUR OWN WAY TO MUNICH AND JOIN US THERE.
CAMPING
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START & END LONDON
START & END LONDON
7 DAYS A$769pp / 15th Sep 5 DAYS A$615pp / 22nd Sep - 27th Sep
7 DAYS A$1025pp / 15th Sep 6 DAYS A$895pp / Sep 20th-28th
6 DAYS A$1125pp / Sep 20th-28th
Accommodation: Large twin-share tents with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel are required) Transport: Return coach transfers from London to Munich including ferry crossings Trip starts: 2:00pm & ends approx. 10:00pm-Midnight
Accommodation: Multi-share hostel accommodation (a towel is required) Transport: Return coach transfers from London to Munich including ferry crossings Trip starts: 7:00pm & ends approx. 10:00pm-Midnight
Accommodation: Twin or triple-share hotel accommodation. Singles available for a supplement Transport: Return coach transfers from London to Munich including ferry crossings Trip starts: 7:00pm & ends approx. 10:00pm-Midnight
START & END MUNICH
START & END MUNICH
START & END MUNICH
6 DAYS A$535pp / 16th Sep 4 DAYS A$385pp / 23rd Sep - 28th Sep
6 DAYS A$785 pp / 16th Sep 5 DAYS A$689pp Sep 21st-29th
6 DAYS A$1049pp / 16th Sep 5 DAYS A$905pp Sep 21st-29th
Accommodation: Large twin-share tents with comfy air mattresses (a sleeping bag & towel are required) Trip starts: 8:00am - 11:00am & ends approx. 10:00am
Accommodation: Multi-share hostel accommodation (a towel is required) Trip starts: 1:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am
Accommodation: Twin or triple-share hotel accommodation. Singles available for a supplement Trip starts: 2:00pm & ends approx. 10:00am
Contiki Oktoberfest souvenir
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Guided walking tour of Munich: See Marienplatz, the Glockenspiel, the Rathaus, Munich Residenz, Frauenkirche & Viktulienmark • Day trip to the moving Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
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SHORT STAY
ANZAC
3 World Heritage sites visited
ODYSSEY 5 DAYS CLASSIC 4 DAYS
Anzac Cove
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Day 3: Istanbul to Gallipoli. Today we’ll start our pilgrimage to Gallipoli & prepare to feel this buzzing atmosphere, where we’ll join thousands of others for this incredible experience, sleeping out under the stars before taking part in tomorrow’s ANZAC Dawn Service. (B) Day 4: ANZAC Day at Gallipoli. We’ll wake up before sunrise to experience the moving Dawn Service & walk in the footsteps of the soldiers up the very same cliffs as the ANZAC troops. We’ll pay our respects at the National Services for Australian troops at Lone Pine & the New Zealand troops at Chunuk Bair before returning to Istanbul. See Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair & Johnston’s Jolly
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
Day 2: Istanbul. After breakfast, we’ll head out to explore the city on a guided tour. With a free afternoon, there are heaps of options for your time here. Otherwise, live a bit of Istanbul’s daily life. Try your hand at backgammon in a sidewalk café & watch the crowds go by as you sip on Turkish coffee. (B) Visit the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar & the Spice Market with a Local Guide See the Hagia Sofia, Topkapi Palace & Suleymaniye Mosque M Optional dinner & belly dancing show
Total Cost A$ pp*
2016 Apr 22
Day 1: Arrive Istanbul. Check-in to your hotel & meet up with your Contiki Team & fellow travellers this evening in Turkey’s largest city where East literally meets West.
CODE: BBAC
* Prices above are based on twin & triple-share. If you’re
Day 5: Istanbul. It’s time to swap emails with your trip mates this morning, as your 5-day ANZAC adventure ends after breakfast. (B)
3 continental breakfasts (B)
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
Tour starts 6:00pm & ends after breakfast (Odyssey) or approx. 12:00 noon (Classic).
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STUCK FOR TIME? We’ve got a shorter version of the 5-day ANZAC Odyssey trip which starts one day later. Day 1: Arrive Istanbul. See ANZAC Odyssey 5-day itinerary for full details. Day 2: Istanbul to Gallipoli. See ANZAC Odyssey 5-day itinerary for full details. Day 3: ANZAC Day at Gallipoli. See ANZAC Odyssey 5-day itinerary for full details. Day 4: Istanbul. After breakfast, we’ll head out to explore the city on a guided tour. Then it’s time to say goodbye to your new friends as your trip ends at approx. midday. (B)
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GO CONTIKI ANZAC With an experienced English-speaking Turkish guide, you’ll pay tribute to the ANZACs who fought at Gallipoli in 1915. Discover Anzac Cove, attend the memorial ceremonies & be there for the Dawn Service. In Istanbul, you’re close to the action & on our city tour you’ll check out all the key sites like the Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar. And with your comfy commemorative hoodie you’ll keep your travel memories fresh back home.
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Services of an experienced & fully licensed Turkish Guide • Attendance at the Dawn Service on North Beach & the opportunity to attend the National Services at Lone Pine & Chunuk Bair • Opportunity to wander through the Gallipoli landing sites, battlegrounds, cemeteries & memorials • Fully guided walking tour of Old Istanbul including the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia & Hippodrome
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LONDON EXPLORER PACKAGE - 3 OR 5 DAYS FROM A$445pp WANT TO DO LONDON AT YOUR OWN PACE? CHOOSE TO EXPLORE BEFORE OR AFTER YOUR TRIP. GRAB A VALUE-PACKED COLLECTION OF EXTRAS, ACTIVITIES AND GREAT ACCOMMODATION WITH OUR 2 AND 4-NIGHT EXPLORER PACKAGES.
2-NIGHT PACKAGE
4-NIGHT PACKAGE
• 2 nights hotel accommodation
• All 2-night package inclusions to the left, plus 4 nights hotel accommodation
• Continental breakfast daily • Return Heathrow airport transfer on the London Underground
• 2-day Undergound and bus pass
• Open top bus tour
• Day trip and entry fee to Stonehenge
• London theatre show tickets (stalls or dress circle)
• Audio guided tour of the Roman Baths, Bath
• Contiki Basement Team • “Welcome to London” info booklet
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HOW MUCH AND WHEN SUMMER 2016 VENUE Royal National
2 NIGHT
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VENUE
2 NIGHTS 4 NIGHTS M3LPR
M5LPR
Royal National
Triple-share A$465 Twin-share A$525
A$1015 A$1125
Triple-share A$445 Twin-share A$475
A$969 A$1035
Imperial Hotel
M3LPI
M5LPI
Imperial Hotel
M3LPI
M5LPI
Twin-share Single
A$585 A$725
A$1245 A$1495
Twin-share Single
A$555 A$639
A$1169 A$1345
M3LPR
M3LPR
No Contiki Trip Manager is included in this package. All rooms have private facilities. You choose the dates to take the day trips and theatre show on.
LONDON STAY LONGER WITH SO MUCH GOING ON IN LONDON, WHY NOT CHECK IT OUT FOR YOURSELF? OUR GREAT HOTEL RATES MAKE STAYING LONGER IN LONDON EASY.
ROYAL NATIONAL HOTEL:
IMPERIAL HOTEL:
Bedford Way, WC1H 0DG, London. Tel: +44 207 637 2488
Russell Square, WC1B 5BB, London. Tel: +44 207 837 3655
Accommodation is based on twin or triple-share. Summer stay longer rate: Twin A$115 Triple A$89 Winter stay longer rate: Twin A$105 Triple A$85
Accommodation is based on single or twin-share. Summer stay longer rate: Single A$215 Twin A$145 Winter stay longer rate: Single A$175 Twin A$125
GETTING THERE (FOR BOTH HOTELS) From Heathrow Airport catch the Piccadilly Underground Line to Russell Square station (approx. £8) – travel time approx. 1 hour. The hotel is a short walk from the station.
From Gatwick or Stansted airports Catch a train into central London & then catch a taxi to the hotel. CONTIKI.COM/STAYLONGER
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London
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London
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VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: London. Check in to your hotel & head out to explore. Later, meet up with your Trip Manager & get to know your fellow travellers over dinner. Tonight, on a sightseeing tour you can take in the famous sites of the city. (D) See Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben & Buckingham Palace
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Day 2: London. Today see some of the beautiful English countryside on a day trip to the mythical ancient monument of Stonehenge & the home of the Royal Family at Windsor. Tonight why not try a traditional English pub & experience the famous nightlife. (B) Visit mythical Stonehenge Take a trip out to the town of Windsor – dominated by Europe’s oldest & largest Castle.
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Days 3 - 4: London. Two days of adventure in London! There’s free museums, an abundance of shops, cool markets & trendy areas like Camden & Shoreditch. At night you might like to go & retrace the steps of Jack the Ripper. Maybe take a ride on the London Eye for awesome views or check out the Tower of London & see the Crown Jewels. If you’re keen for something a bit more off the beaten track, ask your Trip Manager for some tips. On your last night in London experience a bit of London culture with a trip to a famous West End musical – it’s on us! Afterwards, round up some friends & hit the town. London has it all; jazz bars, traditional pubs, pumping clubs & loads of live music – take your pick & dive into the action. (B)(B) West End theatre show
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Day 5: London. Your trip ends after breakfast so time to say goodbye to your new travel buddies. (B)
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1375 1375 1375 1375 1375
4 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
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1375 1375 1375 1375 1375
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INCLUDED MEALS 4 breakfasts (B), 1 three-course dinner (D)
* If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.
Single room supplement of A$275 Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Note: Twin & triple rooms are accommodated at the Royal National Hotel, single rooms nearby at the Imperial Hotel
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Tour starts 5:00pm & ends approx. 12:00 noon. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177. For travel insurance see p.179.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • London city tour • Visit Windsor & Stonehenge • 2-day London Underground pass • West End show Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS M London Eye M Tower of London See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ LONDONUNCOVERED
EUROPE 2016/17
173
SHORT STAY
SNAPSHOT 3 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 3 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
CHRISTMAS IN PARIS
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
START & END IN LONDON OR PARIS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: London to Paris (or meet in Paris). Meet up with your Contiki Team in London before heading for a taste of how the French do Christmas. Tonight we’ll tour the city icons like the Arc de Triomphe & Eiffel Tower.
3 continental breakfasts (B), 1 three-course dinner (D)
INCLUSIONS
Day 2: Paris. Joyeux Noël! Get a truly unique Parisian experience on an included cruise down the river Seine, or maybe take in the epic views from the top of the Eiffel Tower. Later, indulge in a delicious French Christmas feast & wine as you celebrate with your new travel buddies. (B,D)
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS M Paris cabaret show & glass of champagne
Day 3: Paris. Today is yours! From people watching to the city’s museums & art, there’s so much to see. Maybe ask your Trip Manager where’s best to experience the cool Christmas vibes. (B)
2 World Heritage sites visited
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ PARIS-CHRISTMAS
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WPXM Start
Finish
Twin
Single
London or Paris
London or Paris
A$ pp
A$ pp
Dec 27
649
839
2016
If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 7:00am in London or approx. 5:00pm in Paris & end 9:00am in Paris or approx. 6:30pm in London.
back to London, where your trip ends upon arrival. Or if you’re staying on in Paris, your trip ends after breakfast. (B) See contiki.com/paris-christmas for a full itinerary, all inclusions & ME Time optionals
Day 4: Paris to London (or end Paris). It’s time to say ‘au revoir’ to Paris this morning as we head
#XMASINPARIS
SHORT STAY
SNAPSHOT
3 nights twin or quad-share hotel accommodation
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Dec 24
4 INCLUDED MEALS
3 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY PP* P/DAY* FROM A$649 A$163
CHRISTMAS IN AMSTERDAM START & END IN LONDON OR AMSTERDAM
4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY PP* P/DAY* FROM A$565 A$142 VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
HOW MUCH & WHEN WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WAXM Start
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
Twin
Quad
London or London or A$ pp Amsterdam Amsterdam
A$ pp
2016 Dec 24
5 INCLUDED MEALS
Day 1: London to Amsterdam (or meet in Amsterdam). Meet up with your Contiki Team as we make our way to Amsterdam to start your Christmas, Dutch-style. On arrival, we’ll show you the sights on a walking tour of the infamous Red Light District. (D)
3 continental breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 1 three-course dinner (D)
INCLUSIONS
Day 2: Amsterdam. Gelukkig Kerstfeest! Take it easy this morning before indulging in a delicious Christmas feast. Get into the Christmas spirit with your travel buddies & maybe take a canal cruise of the city. (B,L)
• Xmas Day lunch • See the city’s canals & gable houses by night
Day 3: Amsterdam. Head out & explore in your own time today. Maybe hire a bike, relax at a café or check out a gallery. Tonight, grab a bite at one of the many local restaurants & then keep the Christmas spirit going by heading out to a local bar or nightclub. (B)
ME TIME OPTIONS M Canal cruise
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ AMSTERDAM-CHRISTMAS
Finish
Dec 27
665
565
If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 7:00am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Amsterdam & end 8:00am in Amsterdam or approx. 6:30pm in London.
Day 4: Amsterdam to London (or end Amsterdam). It’s time to say goodbye this morning as we head back to London, where your trip ends on arrival. Or if you’re staying on in Amsterdam, your trip ends after breakfast. (B) See contiki.com/amsterdam-christmas for a full itinerary, all inclusions & ME Time optionals.
#XMASINAMSTERDAM
SHORT STAY
SNAPSHOT 3 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION 3 nights quad-share hotel accommodation
4 INCLUDED MEALS 3 continental breakfasts (B), 1 three-course dinner (D),
INCLUSIONS
EASTER IN AMSTERDAM START & END IN LONDON OR AMSTERDAM
4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY PP* P/DAY* FROM A$485 A$122 VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
SUMMER 2016 CODE: CTTE Start
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
Day 2: Amsterdam. Enjoy a morning exploring the famous tulip gardens of Keukenhof. Afterwards, check out Amsterdam’s myriad of museums, trendy cafés & shopping. (B)
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ EASTER
Day 3: Amsterdam (Easter Sunday). Hop on a bike & pedal past windmills in the scenic village of Edam, world famous for its namesake cheese. The rest of the day is yours to explore the city at your leisure, but why not join the group in the evening & check out the infamous Red Light District. (B)
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Total
Mar 28
485
London or London or Cost Amsterdam Amsterdam A$ pp
2016 Mar 25
Day 1: London to Amsterdam (or meet in Amsterdam). Meet up with your Contiki Team as we make our way to Amsterdam. Enjoy an included dinner before heading out to explore Amsterdam by night. Tonight, we’ll give you the option to see the city from a different angle on a canal cruise. (D)
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
#EASTERINAMSTERDAM
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Prices above are based on quad-share, for more information see p.178. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 6:45am in London or approx. 5.30pm in Amsterdam & end 8:00am in Amsterdam or approx. 6:30pm in London.
Day 4: Amsterdam to London (or end Amsterdam). It’s time to say goodbye this morning as we head back to London, where your trip ends on arrival. Or if you’re staying on in Amsterdam, your trip ends after breakfast. (B) See contiki.com/easter for a full itinerary, all inclusions & ME Time optionals.
SHORT STAY
NEW YEAR IN PARIS
4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY PP* P/DAY* FROM A$695 A$174
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WPNY
3 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Start
Finish
Twin
Single
London or Paris
London or Paris
A$ pp
A$ pp
695
935
Day 2: New Year’s Eve in Paris. The city is yours to explore. Walk down the Champs-Élysées, visit one of the city’s many museums or take a seat in a typical Parisian café & people watch. Tonight, get ready to kick off your New Year celebrations. (B) Day 3: New Year’s Day in Paris. Happy New Year! This morning see a different side of the city with an included cruise along the river Seine, then indulge in dinner with the group, before the option to see a famous Parisian cabaret show. (B,D)
SHORT STAY
NEW YEAR IN AMSTERDAM START & END IN LONDON OR AMSTERDAM
4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY PP* P/DAY* FROM A$605 A$152 VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 7:00am in London or approx. 5:00pm in Paris & end 9:00am in Paris or approx. 6:30pm in London.
Day 2: New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam. This morning enjoy some sightseeing with free time to explore on your own. Shop on the Kalverstraat, get a culture fix at a gallery or head to the cafés & restaurants & get amongst the atmosphere. Tonight start the New Year celebrations at a local bar before experiencing the awesome vibes that make the city go off! (B) Day 3: New Year’s Day in Amsterdam. Welcome 2017! Explore even more of the city your way, or do as the locals do & take an icy swim in the North Sea. Tonight, see Amsterdam’s canals & gable houses from another view on an optional canal cruise. (B)
4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY PP* P/DAY* FROM A$445 A$112 VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
Day 4: Paris to London (or end Paris). Say ‘au revoir’ before we journey to Calais to catch the ferry back to London where the trip ends on arrival. Or if you’re staying on in Paris, your trip ends after breakfast. (B) See contiki.com/paris for a full itinerary, all inclusions & ME Time optionals.
M Canal cruise Day 2: Amsterdam. Today is all about getting local. Take to the streets & wander along canals past the gable houses. Later explore the city by night as we take a walk through the city’s colourful Red Light District! (B)
• Walking tour of the city by night, including the Red Light District
Day 3: Amsterdam King’s Day. Get ready for the epic party that is King’s Day! With around 1 million revellers dressed in anything & everything orange,
INCLUSIONS
ME TIME OPTIONS M Paris cabaret & champagne show 2 World Heritage sites visited
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ PARIS
HOW MUCH & WHEN
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WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WANY
3 NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Twin
Quad
London or London or A$ pp Amsterdam Amsterdam
A$ pp
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3 nights twin or quad-share hotel accommodation
2016/2017 Jan 2
705
605
If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 7:00am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Amsterdam & end 8:00am in Amsterdam or approx. 6:30pm in London.
Day 4: Amsterdam to London (or end Amsterdam). This morning we make our way back to London where your trip ends on arrival. Or if you’re staying on in Amsterdam, your trip ends after breakfast. (B) See contiki.com/amsterdam for a full itinerary, all inclusions & ME Time optionals
4 INCLUDED MEALS 3 continental breakfasts (B), 1 three-course dinner (D)
INCLUSIONS • Trip Manager & Driver team • Ferry crossings • Entry into a club on NYE
ME TIME OPTIONS M Canal pizza cruise
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ AMSTERDAM #AMSTERDAMNYE
HOW MUCH & WHEN
SNAPSHOT
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Total Cost
London or London or Amsterdam Amsterdam A$ pp*
3 nights quad-share hotel accommodation
2016 Apr 25
Day 1: London to Amsterdam (or meet in Amsterdam). Meet up with your Contiki Team before we make our way to Amsterdam, for the Dutch National Day & one of the world’s coolest street parties. Tonight you can get straight into the action with an optional canal cruise & drinks! (D)
3 continental breakfasts (B), 1 three-course dinner (D)
#PARISNYE
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
4 INCLUDED MEALS
Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Dec 30
Day 1: London to Amsterdam (or meet in Amsterdam). Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel to Amsterdam, one of Europe’s New Year party hot spots. Tonight enjoy dinner at the hotel before taking a walk through the Red Light District. (D)
SHORT STAY
Jan 2
Start
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
3 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
2016 / 2017 Dec 30
Day 1: London to Paris (or meet in Paris). Meet up with your Contiki Team in London before making your way across the Channel to the chic French capital. Soak up the stylish Parisian atmosphere on an evening “City of Lights” tour. You’ll see all the icons like the Arc de Triomphe & the unforgettable Eiffel Tower.
START & END IN LONDON OR AMSTERDAM
SNAPSHOT
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
START & END IN LONDON OR PARIS
AMSTERDAM KING’S DAY
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Apr 28
445
Prices above are based on quad-share, for more information see p.178. If you are travelling solo, we can set you up with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge. Start 7:30am in London or approx. 6:00pm in Amsterdam & end 8:00am in Amsterdam or approx. 6:30pm in London.
4 INCLUDED MEALS 3 continental breakfasts (B), 1 three-course dinner (D)
INCLUSIONS Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
ME TIME OPTIONS don’t forget to wear something in their national colour! Proost! (B)
M Traditional Dutch dinner in Volendam
Day 4: Amsterdam to London (or end Amsterdam). It’s time to say goodbye to the fun of King’s Day as our trip ends back in London. (B)
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ KINGSDAY
See contiki.com/kingsday for a full itinerary, all inclusions & ME Time optionals.
#CONTIKIKINGSDAY
EUROPE 2016/17
175
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3
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HOW MUCH & WHEN 2016/17 CODE: WWPH Start
Finish
Twin
Single
London
London
A$ pp
A$ pp
Mar 19
765
1115
2016
3 nights twin-share hotel accommodation
Mar 16
Start in Dublin deduct A$50 .
3
Triple reduction of A$50 . 2017
INCLUDED MEALS 3 hot breakfasts (B)
Mar 15
ST. PATRICK’S DAY Dublin
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VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS
ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING Day 1: London to Dublin. Meet up with your Contiki Team this morning in London (or join us later in Dublin). Dublin is the ultimate place to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Tonight, get the party started with a night out on the town.
to the Guinness Storehouse, where you can try the ultimate Irish drop at the SkyBar, with its 360º city views. With a free afternoon, go local & explore, or head to the popular Temple Bar district & get amongst the buzzing pub vibes. (B)
Day 2: Dublin. Today is going to be epic, as you take part in Ireland’s biggest annual party, where locals & travellers take to the streets to celebrate like only the Irish can. With packed streets, singing, dancing & good times all day & all night, live it up just like the locals! (B)
Day 4: Dublin to London (or end Dublin). Chill or get some much needed sleep on the coach as your trip ends on arrival in London. Or if you’re staying on in Dublin, your trip ends after breakfast. (B)
Day 3: Dublin. This morning we’ll show you the sights on our walking tour, topped off with a visit
See contiki.com/dublin for a full itinerary, all inclusions & ME Time optionals.
SNAPSHOT
Pricing above includes coach from London. Trips start 6:45am in London or approx. 5:00pm in Dublin & end 10:00am in Dublin or approx. 8:00pm in London. NB: In 2017 itinerary for Day 2 & 3 will be switched.
• See Trinity College, the monument of light, Parnell Square & St. Stephen’s Green. • Experience fun, festivities, parades & craic in Dublin on St. Patrick’s Day
#STPATRICKSDAY
1314
4 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM A$715 PP* A$179 P/DAY*
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ DUBLIN
899
Start in Dublin deduct A$50 .
START & END IN LONDON OR DUBLIN Please see p.182 for more information on our standard inclusions.
Mar 18
Edinburgh
SHORT STAY
3/4
HOW MUCH & WHEN 5 DAY CODE: WWHG
NIGHTS HOSTEL ACCOMMODATION
Start
Finish
London
London
Multi-share (up to 8 people) en-suite hostel accommodation
2016
Total Cost A$ pp*
Dec 29
Jan 2
1095
4 DAY CODE: WWHO
3/4
Start
Finish
London
London
3/4 hot breakfasts (B)
HOGMANAY
2016
START & END IN LONDON OR EDINBURGH
Please note: Start Edinburgh option does not include any coach transfers
INCLUDED MEALS
A$ pp*
Dec 30
INCLUSIONS • Trip Manager
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • City orientation walk in Edinburgh • Hogmanay Street Party ticket
VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ HOGMANAY
#CONTIKIHOGMANAY
Total Cost
4 OR 5 DAYS 1 COUNTRY FROM A$739 A$185 PP*
P/DAY*
Jan 2
905
* Price above is multi-share & includes the coach from London. Start in Edinburgh deduct A$166. Start 6:45am in London or approx. 5:00pm in Edinburgh & end 8:00am in Edinburgh or approx. 9:00pm in London.
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
4 DAY
5 DAY
Day 1: London to Edinburgh (or meet in Edinburgh). Meet up with your Contiki Team in London before heading to Edinburgh.!
Day 1: London to Edinburgh (or meet in Edinburgh). Meet up with your Contiki Team in London before heading to Edinburgh. The Scottish know how to party & Edinburgh pulls out all the stops. We’ll take a city walking tour, then head to a local pub to let the fun begin. Day 2: Edinburgh. Sleep in, then explore! Stroll down Princes Street & the Royal Mile & maybe visit Edinburgh’s famous castle. Tonight, join the crowds for the Torchlight Procession – it opens Hogmanay with a pack of noisy, hairy Vikings from the Highlands pulling a Viking warship along a “river of fire” through the streets. (B)
Day 3: New Year’s Eve in Edinburgh. Maybe explore Holyrood House, visit Winter Wonderland or give haggis a go. Tonight, Hogmanay is all on! With bars & street parties pimped for amazing times, grab your mates & some drinks & get involved! (B) Day 4: Edinburgh. Chill today, or check out Loony Dook where punters jump in the freezing waters of the Firth of Forth. Or, just get back out there with the locals & party ‘til the ‘wee’ hours. (B) Day 5: Edinburgh to London (or end Edinburgh). Get some much needed sleep on the coach as your trip ends on arrival in London. Or if staying on in Edinburgh, your trip ends after breakfast. (B)
Day 2: New Year’s Eve in Edinburgh. Enjoy a late start today. Stroll down Princes Street & the Royal Mile or tour Edinburgh’s famous castle. Tonight get ready for the world’s biggest New Year party! (B) Day 3: Edinburgh. Welcome 2017! Take the day to chill or explore, then get back out & party. (B) Day 4: Edinburgh to London (or end Edinburgh). Chill or get some much needed sleep on the coach as your trip ends on arrival in London. Or if staying on in Edinburgh, your trip ends after breakfast. (B) See contiki.com/hogmanay for a full itinerary, all inclusions & ME Time optionals
TRIP DEPARTURE POINTS & STAY LONGER OPTIONS
Look up the start city of your trip below for departure point information about where your trip starts & how to get there. There are also details on how to extend your holiday & stay longer either before or after your trip (marked below as PRE & POST). Take advantage of our specially negotiated ‘Stay Longer’ hotel rates listed below, which can be arranged through Contiki or your travel agent when you book your trip. For the most up-to-date details go to contiki.com/staylonger & contiki.com/departurepoints.
AMSTERDAM PRE: Amsterdam to Barcelona POST: European Panorama (end Amsterdam) Ibis Amsterdam Airport Hotel, Schipholweg 181, 1171 PK, Badhoevedorp. Tel: +31 206 134568 Getting there: From Amsterdam airport, take the complimentary Ibis Schiphol/Accor shuttle bus from stop A9 directly to the hotel. Stay longer rate: Single A$149 Twin A$89 POST: European Explorer (end Amsterdam) Lakeland Monnickendam, Jachthaven 1, 1141 AV, Monnickendam. Tel: +31 299 653751 Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport to Centraal Station (approx. €4), then take bus 110, 114 or 118 (approx. €6). Duration of trip is approx. 25min – get off at stop Lagedijk & the hotel is a 2min walk away. Alternatively, catch a taxi from Centraal Station for approx. €40. Stay Longer rate: Single A$95 Twin A$65 PRE: European Magic, European Discovery & European Inspiration (start Amsterdam) & European Encounter (start Amsterdam) POST: European Vista (end Amsterdam) START HOTEL: Best of Europe (start Amsterdam) Blue Square Hotel, Slotermeerlaan 80, 1064 HD, Amsterdam. Tel: +31 205 063717 Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport to Centraal Station (approx. €4) then take a taxi to the hotel (approx. €20). Alternatively, Tram #14 goes from Dam Square (approx. €3), direction Slotermeer. The stop for the hotel is Plein 40-45 & the hotel is a 2 minute walk. Alternatively take bus 69 from Schiphol Centrum, Schiphol Airport/Plaza direction Sloterdijk & get off at stop Plein 40’-45’. From the stop it’s a 2 minute walk to the Blue Square Hotel. Stay Longer rate: Single A$145 Twin A$89 PRE: European Horizon, European Whirl (start Amsterdam) POST: European Highlights, European Experience, European Escapade, European Contrasts, European Adventurer & Ultimate European (end Amsterdam) Hotel Nieuw Slotania, Slotermeerlaan 133, 1063 JN, Amsterdam. Tel: +31 206 134568 Getting there: Catch the train direct from Schiphol Airport to Centraal Station (approx. €4) then take a taxi to the hotel (approx. €20). Alternatively, Tram #14 goes from Dam Square (approx. €3), direction Slotermeer. The stop for the hotel is Plein 40-45, directly in front of the hotel entrance. Alternatively take bus 69 from Schiphol Centrum, Schiphol Airport/ Plaza direction Sloterdijk and get off at stop Plein 40’-45’. The bus stop is in front of the hotel. Stay Longer rate: Single A$89 Twin A$55
ATHENS PRE & POST: Aegean Classic Cruise POST: Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey, Mediterranean Escape Hotel President, 43 Kifissias Avenue, 11523, Athens. Tel: +30 210 6989 000. Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line 3 to Panormou (blue line) towards Agia Marina. Exit at Ambelokipi station (approx. €8) & then it’s a short walk or taxi ride to the hotel. Stay Longer rate: Single A$215 Twin A$125 PRE & POST: Greek Island Hopping Poseidon Hotel, 72 Possidonos Avenue, 17562, Paleo Faliro, Athens. Tel: +30 210 9872 000 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch the X96 bus from outside International Airport Arrivals (approx. €5). The stop for the hotel is Edem, directly in the front of the hotel entrance. Stay Longer rate: Single A$215 Twin A$125 PRE & POST: Spotlight on Greece & Island Cruising and Santorini Zafolia Hotel, 87-89 Alexandras Avenue, 114 74, Athens. Tel: +30 210 6449 002 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch the Metro Line 3 (blue line) towards Agia Marina. Exit at Ambelokipi station (approx. €8), follow the signs to the Panormou exit & then it’s a 10 minute walk to the hotel. Stay Longer rate: Single A$215 Twin A$125 POST: Road to Athens Center Square Hotel, 15 Aristogotonos Street, 10552, Athens. Tel: +30 210 3211 770 Stay Longer rate: Single A$215 Twin A$125 POST: Golden Fleece & Eastern Mediterranean Cruising Arion Hotel, 18 Ag. Dimitriou Street, 10554, Athens. Tel: +30 210 3240 415 Stay Longer rate: Single A$215 Twin A$125 PRE & POST: Greek Island Adventurer Dorian Inn Hotel, 15-17 Pireos Street, 10552, Athens. Tel: +30 210 5239 782 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch metro line 3 (blue line) to Syntagma then change on to metro line 2 (red line) towards Anthoupoli. Exit
at Omonia station. At the station, follow the signs to Athinas street and the hotel is a 2 minute walk. Stay Longer rate: Single A$169 Twin A$95 POST: London to Athens Dorian Inn Hotel, 15-17 Pireos Street, 10552, Athens. Tel: +30 210 5239 782 Stay Longer rate: Single A$169 Twin A$95 PRE & POST: Greek Sailing Poseidon Hotel, 72 Possidonos Avenue, 17562, Paleo Faliro, Athens. Tel: +30 210 9872 000 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch the X96 bus from outside International Airport Arrivals (approx. €4). The stop for the hotel is Edem, directly in the front of the hotel entrance. Stay Longer rate: Single A$215 Twin A$125 The Northern Trek will start at Camping Athens, 198 Athinon Avenue, 12136, Athens. Tel: +30 210 5814 113 Getting there: From Athens airport you can catch Metro Line 3 (blue line) to Syntagma in the city centre. From there you can catch a taxi to the campsite for approx. €15. Alternatively, take Metro Line 2 to Metaxourghio station, then bus A15 or B15 to the campsite. The bus costs approx. €2, duration of trip approx. 35 minutes – get off the bus at the Camping Athens stop.
BARCELONA POST: Amsterdam to Barcelona Novotel Cornella de Llobregat, Avinguda del Maresme 78, Ronda de Dalt exit 15, 08940, Cornella de Llobregat, Barcelona. Tel: +34 93 4747000 Stay longer rate: Single A$145 Twin A$75 PRE: Mediterranean Quest & Quest to London Generator Hostel Barcelona, Carrer de Còrsega, 373-377, 08037 Barcelona, Spain. Tel:+34 932 20 03 77 Getting there: Take the train for €3.80 from Barcelona Airport (Aeropuerto de Barcelona). Trains run every 30 minutes from Terminal 2 to Barcelona Sants/Sants Estacio. From there get on the metro and travel to either Diagonal or Verdaguer stations. Both stations are very near the hostel. AeroBus, the blue bus service, from both Airport Terminals 1 & 2, is less than €6 to Catalunya Square and it only takes 30 minutes. From there get on the metro and travel to Diagonal station. Taxis are available 24/7 and for up to four passengers plus some luggage is €30-€40 but this does depend on the time of day and level of traffic near the hostel. Stay Longer rate: Quad A$99
BERLIN PRE: Berlin to Budapest, Berlin & Prague and Berlin & Prague + Vienna PRE & POST: Eastern Road Econtel Hotel Berlin Charlottenburg, Sommeringstrasse 24 - 26, Berlin. Tel: +49 30 346 8100 Getting there: From Tegel Airport: Take X9 bus from Tegel Airport leaves every 10 minutes. Just stay on it for 3 stops until you reach the stop marked “Quedlinburger Straße”, at which point you will already have reached the ECONTEL HOTEL Berlin Charlottenburg From Schonefeld Airport: Take the X7 or X171 to underground station ‘Rudow’then catch the U7 to underground station “Mierendorfplatz” (U7) is located in close proximity to the hotel, just 2 or 3 minutes’ walk away. Stay longer rate: Single A$125 Twin A$75 PRE & POST: Scandinavia & Russia Plus (end Berlin) PRE: Scandinavia (start Berlin) POST: Russia Plus (end Berlin) PLUS Berlin Hostel, Warschauer Platz 6-8, 10245, Berlin. Tel: +49 30 2123 8501 Getting there: All airports in Berlin are serviced by bus or train. Take a bus or train to the city centre & take a taxi to the hostel, or change on to the S-Bahn (Line S3, S5, S7, S9 or S75 – approx. €3). The hostel is a short walk from Warschauer Strasse station. Stay longer rate: Twin A$75 Quad A$55
BODRUM Turkish Sailing Departure Point: Cruise starts from the Bodrum Harbour, Bodrum 3.30pm. Meet at the Barbaros Yachting stand at the port in front of the Tepecik Mosque/Tepecik Café. Look for the Contiki or Barbaros Yachting Representative at the port. You will need to make your own way from your accommodation to the port in Bodrum. Taxis from Bodrum Airport to Bodrum port cost approx. €40/50 (TRY 120/150)- please refer to your Contiki travel documents for meeting point.
BUDAPEST POST: Berlin to Budapest and Vienna & Budapest Mercure Budapest Duna Hotel, Soroksari Ut 12, Budapest, Budapest, Hungary,1095
Getting there: Take a taxi directly from the airport approximately €25. Alternatively, take the 200E bus to Kobanya-Kispest then take metro M3 to CorvinNegyed. The hotel is a short walk from Metro station. Stay longer rate: Single A$109 Twin A$55 PRE & POST: Best of Balkans start Budapest PRE: Mini Balkan POST: Balkans Discovery Danubius Arena Hotel, Budapest, Ifjúság útja 1-3, 1148 Hungary. Tel: +36 1 889 5200 Getting there: Take a taxi directly from the airport for approximately €25 (7,760 HUF), 20 minutes. Alternatively, take the 95 bus from Liszt Ferenc Airport 2 to Puskás Ferenc Stadion Metro via Felsőcsatári út approx. €4 (1,240 HUF), 1 hour. Stay longer rate: Single A$105 Twin-share A$55
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PRE: Mediterranean Highlights (start Madrid) & Spain Morocco and Portugal PRE & POST: Spanish Spree Tryp Charmartin Hotel, Calle Mauricio Ravel 10, 28046, Madrid, Spain. Tel: +34 91 7333400 Getting there: From Madrid airport take a taxi directly to the hotel for approx. €30. Alternatively, catch the Metro Line 8 from the airport into the city, change at Nuevos Ministerios onto Metro Line 10 & travel to Chamartin station (approx. €6). The hotel is across the road from the station. Stay longer rate: Single A$145 Twin A$85 POST: Mediterranean Highlights (start Rome) & Spain Morocco and Portugal Novotel Puente de la Paz, Calle Albacete 1, 28027, Madrid, Spain. Tel: +34 917 24 76 00 Getting there: From Madrid airport take a taxi directly to the hotel for approx. €30. Alternatively, catch the Metro Line 8 from the airport into the city. Change on to metro line 4 at Mar de Cristal (direction Arguelles), then change again at Avenida de America onto metro line 7 (direction Hospital del Henares). Exit at Parque de las Avenidas station which is a 10 minute walk from the hotel. Stay longer rate: Single A$139 Twin A$79
PRE & POST: Egypt & The Nile Please contact Contiki for departure details. Getting there: If you have provided Contiki with your flight arrival details at least 14 days in advance, our local representative will be in the arrivals hall holding a Contiki sign. Due to different flight arrival times, you may have to wait in the airport up to 1 hour for a transfer.
COPENHAGEN Scandinavia and Scandinavia & Russia Plus (start Copenhagen) will start at Danhostel Copenhagen City, H.C. Andersens Boulevard 50, 1553 København V. Tel.+45 3311 8585 Getting there: From Copenhagen Airport Terminal 3 take the train to Copenhagen Central Station (DKK 108). Trains run every 10 minutes with a journey time of 13 minutes. During the night the train runs 1-3 times an hour. From the train station the hostel is a 10 minute walk. OR Bus 5A from the airport to stop Klaksvigsgade (directions Husum Torv), approximate journey time 30 minutes . From there it’s a 4 minute walk, cross the bridge and the hostel will be located on the left. The bus runs every 10 minutes until 01:00 at night. Tickets can be bought at the ticket machines in terminal 3 or you can buy a ticket on the bus. Please note that the bus drivers only accept coins.
DUBLIN St. Patrick’s Day Trip Please contact Contiki for departure details. PRE & POST: Ireland POST: Scotland & Ireland Travelodge Airport South Ballymun, Shangan Rd, Dublin, Co. Ireland, Ireland. Tel +353 1 842 2000 Getting there: From the airport, take a taxi for €15-20 or take the shuttle bus from Zone 14 of the coach parking area. From O’Connell Street Dublin City Center, take bus number 13,13A or 4. Stay longer rate: Single A$179 Twin A$99
DUBROVNIK PRE: Croatian Island Hopper North Departure Point: Cruise starts from the Gruz Port, Dubrovnik at 12.00pm - look for the Contiki or Katarina Lines Representative in the port. Your vessel will have a ‘Katarina Lines &/or Contiki’ sign displayed. POST: Croatian Island Hopper South Adriatic Hotel, Masavy put 9, Dubrovnik, 20000. Tel: +385 20 433609 Getting there: From the Dubrovnik Airport take a taxi will take approximately 30 minutes to reach the hotel. Alternatively you could get a bus to the city centre, and then take a local bus or taxi to Lapad where there are signs to the hotel. Stay longer rate: Single A$155 Twin A$115
EDINBURGH Scotland and Scotland & Ireland trips will start at Holiday Inn City West, 107 Queensferry Rd, Edinburgh, EH4 3HL. Tel: + 44 871 942 9025 Getting there: From Edinburgh airport a taxi direct to the hotel will cost approx. £12-£15.
FEZ Morocco Please contact Contiki for departure details. Getting there: If you have provided Contiki with your flight arrival details at least 7 days in advance, our local representative will be in the arrivals hall holding a Contiki sign.
HELSINKI PRE: Russia Plus (start Helsinki) POST: Scandinavia (end Helsinki) Cumulus Hakaniemi, Siltasaarenkatu 14, 00530 Helsinki, Finland Tel:+358 9 54660100 Getting there: From Helsinki Airport take bus 615 towards Rautatientori and get off at stop Hakaniemi, approximate travel time is 30 minutes. Bus will drop off directly across the street from the hotel. Stay longer rate: Single A$169 Twin A$85
Anzac Classic & Anzac Odyssey Please contact Contiki for departure details. PRE: Turkey & Greek Island Odyssey Samir Hotel, Buyuk Resitpasa caddesi Ahmet Suayip Sokak, No: 22 Fatih Istanbul. Tel: +90 212 528 2840 Getting there: A taxi from Istanbul Ataturk airport costs approx. 45TL (approx. €20) Stay longer rate: Single A$135 Twin A$75
LONDON All trips that start in London depart from the Royal National Hotel where you’ll also find the Contiki Basement. For further details, a map, plus stay longer options in London see p.172.
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PARIS POST: European Discovery & European Impressions Alliance Hotel Paris Porte de Saint Ouen, 9 Rue Lafontaine, 93400 Saint-Ouen, France. Tel: +33 1 49 18 66 66 Stay longer rate: Single A$175 Twin A$95 Exceptions for 10th June – 10th July: Single A$235 Twin A$125 PRE: European Panorama POST: European Magic & European Encounter Ibis Porte d’Orleans, 33 Rue Barbès, 92120 Montrouge, France. Tel:+33 1 42 31 67 00 Getting there: Train from Paris Orly and Roissy CDG Airports take the RER B train to GENTILLY. Closest Mero stops are Metro Line 4- MAIRIE DE MONTROUGE or Metro Line 4- PTE D’ORLEANS . The hotel is a few minutes’ walk from all stops. Stay longer rate: Single A$159 Twin A$89 PRE: European Vista & Road to Athens (start Paris) POST: European Inspiration (end Paris) Campanile Porte D’Italie, 2 Boulevarddu Général de Gaulle, 94270 Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France. Tel:+33 1 46 70 11 86 Getting there: Train from Paris Orly and Roissy CDG Airports take the RER B train to CHATELET. Then change onto Metro Line 7 Direction Mairie d’Ivry. Metro Stop - PORTE D’ITALIE the hotel is a few minutes’ walk. Stay longer rate: Single A$155 Twin A$95 Exceptions for 9th June – 11th July: Single A$245 Twin A$175 PRE: European Explorer POST: European Inspiration (end Paris) Timhotel Paris Berthier 17, 4 Boulevard Berthier, 75017 Paris, France. Tel: +33 1 46 27 10 00 Getting there: From Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly Airports, catch the RER B train to Gare du Nord Station & then a taxi to the hotel (approx. €20). Alternatively make your way to the closest metro stop of Porte de Clichy (Line 13, direction AsnieresGennevilliers-Les Courtilles) & the hotel is a 2 minute walk from there Stay longer rate: Single A$215 Twin A$109 Exceptions for 9th June – 11th July: Single A$335 Twin A$175 PRE: Best of Europe (start Paris) Ibis Styles Saint Ouen, 2/4 Rue Pierre Nicolau, 54 Quai De Seine, SaintOuen, France. Tel +33 1 40 12 91 29 Getting there: From Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly Airports, catch the RER B train to Gare du Nord Station & then a taxi to the hotel (approx. €20). Alternatively make your way to the closest metro stop of Carrefour Pleyel (Line 13, direction Saint-DenisUniversitie) & the hotel is a 15 minute walk from there. Stay longer rate: Single A$165 Twin A$89 Exceptions for 9th June – 10th July: Single A$449 Twin A$245
PRE: European Highlights, European Experience, European Escapade, European Contrasts, European Adventurer, Ultimate European & London to Athens (start Paris) POST: European Horizon, European Whirl, European Trail, Trail to London & Western Rocker (end Paris) Please contact Contiki for details.
ROME PRE: Mediterranean Highlights (start Rome) POST: Mediterranean Highlights (Start Madrid) PRE & POST: Simply Italy & Italian Espresso Please contact Contiki for details. POST: Best of Europe Please contact Contiki for details. PRE: Eastern Quest Please contact Contiki for details.
SPLIT PRE & POST: Croatia Island Escape & Croatia Island Escape Plus PRE: Croatian Island Hopper South POST: Croatian Island Hopper North Hotel Bellevue, Bana Josipa Jelacica 2, 21000, Split. Tel: +385 21 345 644 Getting There: An airport bus service runs from Split airport to Obala Lazareta, on the edge of Split’s old town (cost approx. 30kn/€4). From there, the hotel is a short walk away. Alternatively, catch a taxi from the airport directly to the hotel (approx. 350kn/€45). Stay longer rate: Single A$185 Twin & Twin-share A$119 Departure point: Cruise departs from Split port at 12:00pm – look for the Contiki or Katarina Lines representative on the port. There are many small hotels & pensions located in Split & near to the port – search the web for options, or call Contiki for details of hotels we offer. PRE & POST: Best of Balkans start Split PRE: Balkans Discovery POST: Mini Balkan Hotel Dalmina, Kopilica 5 Split KR-21000, Croatia Tel: +385 21 350 000 Getting There: Take a taxi from the airport for approximately €30-€35 ( 260 HRK), 30 mins. Stay longer rate: Single A$165 Twin A$109
ST. PETERSBURG Best of Russia Please contact Contiki for departure details.
STOCKHOLM Russia Plus (start Stockholm) will start at the Quality Hotel Nacka, Värmdövägen 8412008 Stockholm. Tel: +46 8 506 160 00 Getting there: From the Central Station take the metro to Slussen station. From there you can take the local train to Sickla station. The hotel is a few minutes’ walk from there.
VENICE POST: Italian Espresso (end Venice) Please contact Contiki for details.
VIENNA Vienna & Budapest will start at Courtyard by Marriot Vienna, Schoenbrunn, Schlosssttrasse 48-40, Wien A-1120. Tel: +43 1 810 17170 Getting there: You can take a train to Wien Mitte then change onto the U$ metro line. Alight at the Schonbrunn staion, the hotel is a few minutes’ walk away from the stop. Eastern Trail & Trail to London Please contact Contiki for departure details.
WARSAW POST: Eastern Road Ibis Centrum, Al. Solidarnosci 165, Warsaw 00-876 Tel: +48 22520 3000 Stay longer rate: Single A$95 Twin A$55
NOTE: • Rates are per person per night including continental breakfast (except London) & have private facilities. • Rooms are available for a maximum of 2 consecutive nights in most hotels. Please contact Contiki for details. • Full payment is required 45 days before arrival. Cancellation within 14 days of arrival date incurs 100% cancellation fee. Any amendments incur a charge of A$35. • Rates only apply to Contiki clients booking extra accommodation directly before &/or after their trip. • If two people want to share a room, - the booking must be made at the same time. Solo travellers must book a single room in most cities - the exceptions are London, Split (Hotel Bellevue only) Berlin (Plus Berlin only), Budapest (Danubius Arena Hotel only), Rome (Eastern Quest only) & Barcelona where you can book a multi-share room & we can match you with same sex room-mates. • All hotels are subject to availability & where necessary, we may provide an alternative on your arrival.
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GOT A QUESTION? Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know: WHAT’S INCLUDED? • Coach, train, air transfers & ferry transport as specified. • Accommodation, breakfast, lunch & evening meals as detailed in the Snapshot section on trip pages. • Sightseeing as detailed on p.16-17 & in the itineraries on the trip pages. Unless specified, entrance fees are not included. • Experienced team as detailed on p.20-21 & on trip pages.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED? • Personal expense money. • Visas, personal insurance, medical fees. • Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than those specified on trip pages. • All ME Time Optional Excursions. • All other meals not specified in the Snapshot section on trip pages. • Anything else not listed in the Snapshot section on trip pages.
INCLUDED FLIGHTS Flights as specified on individual trip itineraries are included as part of the price. As detailed within our Booking Conditions (p.181) 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.
WHERE WILL I STAY? HOTELS: Our hotel accommodation is always twin-share, staying in superior tourist class hotels, many of which are centrally located, with great facilities. Twin-share is 2 people sharing, either travelling together or as a same-sex room match. We also offer upgrades to single rooms for a supplement, but please note that on rare occasions the availability of single rooms at some hotels can be limited. We also offer a reduced price triple-share option – either three people travelling together, or as a triple-share same-sex room match. Note: On rare occasions due to reasons outside our control, alternative hotels may be used. Whilst it is always our intention to use hotels of a similar standard & location, no liability can be accepted for any variation of either.
HOSTELS: Our hostels are some of the newest & best in Europe. They are maximum same sex quad-share, with private facilities. Our hostels also offer great extras as part of the experience, like bars, entertainment areas, washing facilities & conveniently located in cities. Note: Our Festival trips may feature multi-share accommodation for up to 8 people, and at times may be mixed gender, with shared facilities.
SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABINS: Our Special Stopovers & Contiki Village Cabin accommodation is exclusive to Contiki. Special Stopovers: Special Stopovers are a combination of twin & quad-share depending on the destination, but never more than 4 people sharing. Travellers must bring their own towel. Stopovers are NOT hotels & our travellers are asked to assist with serving meals & washing up, it’s all part of the adventure. All Special Stopovers have hot showers, a bar, WiFi, laundry facilities & in some destinations, pools. As well as our Contiki-only On-site team.
Contiki Village cabins: Contiki Village cabins are located within some of Europe’s best campsites each with private facilities. Travellers must bring their own towel, and our travellers are asked to assist with serving meals & washing up, it’s all part of the fun. Contiki Village facilities can include pools, WiFi in some locations, clothes washing facilities, and restaurants. As well as our Contiki-only On-site team.
CAMPING : Our accommodation is modern two-person tents with built in ground sheets & air mattresses at some of Europe’s best campsites. All campsites have hot water, bathroom facilities in shower blocks & many have clothes washing facilities, pools, WiFi, bars & shops. The standard of campsites in Europe can depend on location & should not be compared to those elsewhere around the world. On our camping trips, travellers need to take down & erect tents that are carried on the coach and travellers must also bring their own sleeping bag & towel. On occasions, travellers are asked to assist with preparing meals & washing up, it’s all part of the fun.
CRUISING & OTHER: Sailing trips: We offer a variety of sailing options from cruise ships and traditional sailing cruise boats to small sailing yachts. On our cruising trips in Greece, we offer single, twin or quad share options all with private facilities. These cruise ships offer restaurants, pools, bars & nightly entertainment on board. On our traditional sailing cruise boats in Croatia and traditional gullets in Turkey, travellers will be in twin-share cabins with private facilities. These boats feature a dining room, bar & sundecks. On our small sailing yachts in Greece, we offer twin berth accommodation with shared facilities. Trains: On some trips, we use trains. On our Egypt trips, two people share a two-berth coachette with shared facilities. On other trips, these details are outlined on the individual itineraries. Overnight ferries: On overnight ferries, trips are provided with allocated seating on deck.
SKI & BOARD HOLIDAYS: Both our ski & board packages stay at our Contiki Special Stopover, our Austrian Gasthof. Refer to p.162-164 for details.
FESTIVALS: Some trips offer ‘multi-share’ accomodation. These rooms maybe for up to 8 people with shared facilities & at times may be mixed gender.
QUAD-SHARE ACCOMMODATION On our Discovery Plus and Scandinavia & Russia trips advertised with hostel style accommodation and all High Energy trips, you are accommodated in same sex quad share accommodation. Where possible we try to accommodate male/female couples with another male/female couples, however due to passenger numbers and rooming availability this cannot be guaranteed in all locations. We have free upgrades to twin share accommodation on these trips at certain locations but again this cannot be guaranteed. Please note on these trips, with the exception of the Scandinavia & Russia trips, you will need to bring a towel.
TRIPS WITHIN TRIPS You may notice on some of our trips that we offer shorter trips within a larger itinerary allowing greater choice & flexibility for our travellers as to when they start and for how long they travel. This means some fellow travellers will join and leave during different stages of those trips. Life’s an adventure and one that’s best spent sharing new experiences with new friends. So, if you have the time don’t take a mini break instead choose to see as much of Europe as possible with us. The trips
that allow you this extra flexibility are - European Trail (p50), European Quest (p54), Great Britain & Ireland (p92), Iberian Peninsula & Morocco (p100), Best of Balkans (p106), Scandinavia and Russia Plus (p112). Mediterranean Escape (p126), Berlin to Budapest (p137) and The Big Chill (p140).
WILL I GET MORE INFORMATION? Upon receipt of final payment, your trip documentation will be released 21 days prior to your departure. Make sure you visit contiki.com for our travellers guide. It’s packed full of essential info for your holiday. You’ll also receive a comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full details & costs of all optional activities available on your trip. Your free Contiki document wallet* & luggage tag will be sent to you with your travel documents. The wallet is a safe place for your tickets & passport. * Contiki reserves the right to substitute an alternative travel accessory for the Contiki document wallet.
HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED? You should be able to use debit & credit cards for most items. You’ll need to allow enough money to cover meals where not included (breakfast, lunch & dinner), souvenirs, shopping, drinks, ME Time optional excursions & activities, entrance fees to attractions & evening entertainment. It is advisable to start your trip with some cash in local currencies such as Euro, Swiss Franc & British Pounds.
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? Payment for your ME Time optionals is made direct to your Trip Manager on your trip. You can choose to pay in cash (local currency) or by credit or debit card as long as they have a PIN attached. Using a credit or debit card is convenient, and can save you money on withdrawal fees & poor exchange rates! You can pay using most credit & debit cards like Visa, Mastercard & AMEX. Note: It’s a good idea to let your bank know you’re travelling & check if there is a daily transaction limit, so you always have access to money when you need it. Note: In a few destinations we cannot accept credit card payment, like the UK, Croatia, Russia & Turkey. Ask your Trip Manager for details when you start your trip.
PAST TRAVELLER 5% DISCOUNT We value our frequent travellers. All past Contiki and TTC sister brand customer are therefore eligible for a 5% discount on the land portion of their next trip. Conditions apply. Please see p.26 for details. Visit www.travelcorporation.com for details on our sister Companies. Past traveller discount can only be applied to trips of 7 days or longer. Clients must have completed a trip before they can redeem the discount on a subsequent trip booking. 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.
BROCHURE AUTHENTICITY We have put a great deal of effort into producing this brochure. The information given & literature produced by Contiki has been compiled with care & is published in good faith (this includes Contiki. com & our ebrochures). Sometimes, because of circumstances outside our control, we have to alter some activities due to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc., especially early or late in the season. If this happens, alternatives will be arranged.
NO COMPULSORY TIPPING - REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE! Every country in the world has different tipping policies & in Europe, within service industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally optional & only given if you feel the service has exceeded your expectations. If you think your Contiki Team have done an exceptional job then you may wish to tip them. This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely up to you. No compulsory tipping – reward only excellence!
BOOKING SECURITY Contiki has been running trips for young people since 1962 & is a member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). The members include all the major tour operators who are financially bonded for your security & who maintain the highest standards. With the guarantees of these organisations, you know your holiday & money are secure with Contiki.
MANAGE YOUR BOOKING Ready, set, go! You’re booked & it’s nearly go time, however just like when you’re taking a flight, it’s important you provide us with your all your details before you can travel. Check out www.contiki.com/managebooking to log into your booking.
HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? Luggage allowance per person is 1 × 20 kg/44lbs bag and 1 x small carry on hand/day bag (roughly 5 kg/12lb) bag. The size restriction of you main luggage is 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” × 20” × 10”). Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger or heavier luggage. If you are travelling on a Camping trip, you’ll need a sleeping bag (which can be purchased from Contiki in London, if necessary) and a towel. Your sleeping bag is not included in the luggage restrictions and can be separate from your main bag. If you are traveling on the European Trail, European Quest or a High Energy trip, you’ll need a towel. On Ski Austria trips starting in London you can bring one pair of boots & skis or a snowboard to be placed under the coach. If your trip starts in London you have the option of storing your excess luggage the day or evening before the trip departs. The Contiki Basement offers luggage storage as does the Royal National Hotel (for hotel guests only) for a nominal fee. On trips with included flights as part of the itinerary, your luggage should not exceed the weight restrictions imposed by airlines. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred for overweight luggage. You are responsible for carrying your own luggage. Luggage is at the owners risk and insurance is strongly recommended.
DO I NEED VACCINATIONS? At the time this brochure went to press (August, 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, such as antihistamines, antibiotics.
DO I NEED VISAS? Please read carefully. Depending on your nationality, you may require visas to enter certain countries included in your trip. You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Contiki are not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a trip. Consult your travel agent to determine which visas you require & how to obtain them.
European Adventurer, Ultimate European, Scandinavia & Russia Plus, Scandinavia (end Stockholm), Scandinavia (end Helsinki), Russia Plus (start Stockholm), Russia Plus (start Helsinki), The Northern Trek & The Big Chill.
VISAS FOR NON-SCHENGEN COUNTRIES Some of our trips also visit countries that are not covered by the Schengen Agreement. You may require visas for countries including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Egypt, Russia, Belarus & Turkey. Depending on your nationality it may be possible to obtain visas for Egypt upon arrival – you should check before you depart for your trip.
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 when you are booking your trip.
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The majority of our trips travel in countries that are covered by the Schengen Agreement which relates to visas. Citizens of many countries – e.g. Australia, United States, Canada, New Zealand – can travel in the Schengen area without a visa. If you require a visa to enter the Schengen area you only need to obtain one visa which will allow you to travel in all Schengen countries. Schengen visas can be issued for single entry or multiple entries. If your trip travels outside of the Schengen area at any point you will require a multiple entry visa. The trips that require multiple entry Schengen visas are listed below: Road to Athens plus 3 day Greek Island Cruise, European Explorer, Spanish Spree, Spotlight on Greece plus 3 day Greek Island Cruise, Spotlight on Greece plus Eastern Mediterranean Cruise, Mediterranean Escape plus 4 day Greek Island Cruise, Aegean Classic Cruise, Golden Fleece Cruise, Eastern Mediterranean Cruise, Road to Athens plus Eastern Mediterranean Cruise, Island Cruising & Santorini, Spain Morocco & Portugal, Iberian Peninsula & Morocco, European Trail, Eastern Rocker, Trail to Rome, Trail to London,
1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is normally charged. 2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause you to miss part of your trip & will result in you incurring considerable expense & inconvenience. 3. It is better to apply for all visas through your travel agent before you leave home. Your travel agent will contact Contiki for full details. 4. Contiki will provide you with visa contacts from our London base at the Royal National Hotel, if necessary.
Coverage for Cancellation & Return Flight Security: Most trip operators are interested in their travellers only after they reach their destination. With Contiki, however, you get a great deal even before you leave home. Pre-paid Cancellation Option A$99 per person: By paying A$99 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 trip for any reason prior to departure from Australia. This cancellation option covers the land arrangements made by Contiki Holidays only. On Your Trip: Should you, or your travel companion, leave at any time during the trip for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to Australia due to injury, sickness or death, you & your companion will be refunded A$40 per person per day for the unused portion of the trip. (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 Australia should fall sick* while you are on your Contiki trip, 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 (Australia) Pty Ltd from Australia. * Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must be supplied.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS
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.
Photos courtesy of © Himmelrich Hotel Kriens Lucerne p.14 Hotel Exterior. Photos courtesy of © Haroula Hotel Santorini p.14 Hotel Swimming Pool. Photos courtesy of © President Hotel Athens p.15 Swimming Pool. Photos courtesy of © Jail Hotel Lucerne p.15 Bedroom. Photos courtesy of © Fly2 p.18 Paragliding. Photos courtesy of © Airlie Walsh p.62 Greece, p.147 Santorini, p.149 Mykonos. Photos courtesy of © Barbaros Yachting p.146. Photos courtesy of © Katarina Line p.146. Photos courtesy of © Siva Travel p.146. Photos courtesy of © Craig Howes p.105 Great Pyramids of Giza. Photos Courtesy of © Glenn Kelly p.164. Photos Courtesy of © Sziget p.166-167 & 168-169 Sziget Festival. Photos Courtesy of © Céline Cousteau p.180 Snorkelling If you want to put yourself forward for one of our photoshoots in the future, just email contikiholidaysphotography@gmail.com with a bit of info about yourself, a few photos & who knows, next year it could be you!
LUGGAGE LIMITS
Your hold luggage restrictions on the coach are a max 20 kilos (44lbs). This means 1 x suitcase or bag measuring a max 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”). Please weigh your suitcase prior to departure, Contiki reserve the right to refuse overweight luggage.
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TREAD LIGHTLY CONTIKI, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE TREADRIGHT FOUNDATION, ENCOURAGES THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM BY SUPPORTING PROJECTS THAT BENEFIT THE ENVIRONMENT, HERITAGE AND COMMUNITY.
TreadRight is a not-for-profit organisation established by The Travel Corporation and its family of brands. To date, the foundation has helped support more than 35 sustainable tourism projects worldwide. Contiki believes that we have a responsibility to create memorable travel experiences without putting tourism destinations at risk and there’s much more to that than just words on paper. TreadRight guides Contiki on all things sustainable - from helping to choose which global projects to support, to working with our operators, to supporting our very engaged global team and educating travellers on sustainable practices. While Contiki continues to strive to increase our sustainability efforts, we know there is much more we can do, and that’s where TreadRight comes in.
To learn more about TreadRight, their projects, including their new partnerships with Wild Aid and the Wilderness Foundation, and Alliance for Artisan Enterprise, plus the other 35 sustainable tourism projects worldwide visit treadright.org TREADRIGHT AMBASSADOR - CÉLINE COUSTEAU A leading environmentalist, adventurer and explorer, Céline Cousteau truly embodies the TreadRight philosophy. As a documentary filmmaker and gifted storyteller, Céline has travelled the world working to help amplify the voices of the amazing individuals who are working to protect ecosystems, wildlife, and people. In 2015, we welcomed Céline as our official ambassador, helping us tell the stories of our projects and partners. To discover the amazing projects Céline is working on with us visit treadright.org.
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BOOKING CONDITIONS Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below.
OUR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATION On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability & at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is only made between you & us upon your booking being confirmed & accepted by us & our confirmation thereof to either you or your travel agent. 2. PRICE GUARANTEE Prices in this brochure are based on costs & exchange rates as at 22nd July, 2015. Should these costs change, it may be necessary to make a surcharge on 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 & does not apply to any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made if costs are reduced. 3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR 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, & 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 & 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 & CONDITIONS 4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (August, 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 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing trips & transportation to give you good value for money. 4.3 Contiki will guarantee to match you up with someone of the same sex when booked in a share room configuration. 4.4 Contiki constantly strives to improve trip itineraries & features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries & to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our changes or cancellations. 4.5 We reserve the right to alter or substitute the type, the size of vehicle and/or the style of transport mentioned in the brochure, resulting in occasionally having to utilise transport without some of the features promoted including WiFi & powerpoints. Please note there are strict laws in Europe governing Driver’s driving hours and this may necessitate utilising public transport in some cities. 4.6 Complimentary WiFi service is available in many Contiki guestrooms and/or the public areas of most properties. In many itineraries there is paid WiFi on-board the coaches. The WiFi on the coaches uses the cellular phone network and as a result the connection will be slower than standard broadband and at times may not be available. In some countries and on some coaches this service will not be available, in particular regional tours in Turkey, Egypt, The Balkans & Greece. 5. LIABILITY 5.1 Your travel agent or Contiki Specialist shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such monies for you until the booking is confirmed at which time those monies shall be remitted promptly by your travel agent or Contiki Specialist to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law. 5.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any interest earned on such monies. 5.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel agent or otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or full payment, may be disbursed by us as & when we see fit, in respect of the services to be provided &/or fees payable under the trip programme. The payment of a deposit or any other monies in respect of your trip shall be deemed to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof as aforesaid.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of A$200, per person per trip, or the full amount payable if the booking is made within 45 days of your departure from Australia, must be submitted to Contiki by you 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 instalment 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 A$200 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 travellers’ special meal requirements are not fulfilled.
2. PAYING THE BALANCE 2.1 Credit Card Bookings: Contiki should be advised of your credit card number when making your reservation directly with us. For security purposes, we are required to collect the card expiration date and the customer verification code. A surcharge of 1% will be applied at the time of payment. 2.2 The balance of the holiday must be paid no later than 45 days prior to your departure date from Australia which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki. When making multi-trip bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days prior to your departure date from Australia. 2.3 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled & cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki. 2.4 Tickets & other documents won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received by us. The documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure from Australia. 2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure date from Australia, 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. 2.6 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking & apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods. 3. IF YOU CANCEL 3.1 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to Contiki. 3.2 If you cancel more than 45 days before departure, your A$200 deposit will not be refunded, nor can it be credited to any other booking. 3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the estimate of cost & expenses incurred by us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the holiday price & is calculated as follows: PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEE Over 45 days notice: ............................................Deposit is forfeited 45-22 days:........................................................... 27.5% of trip fare 21-8 days: ................................................................ 33% of trip fare 7-1 days: .................................................................. 55% of trip fare Day of departure: ................................................... 100% of trip fare Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the trip deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company. All Cancellation policies valid as at 21st August, 2015, and are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking. 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to & after your trip booking, such as pre & post accommodation & transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the trip departure incur a 100% cancellation fee. 3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your travel agent. 3.6 GOLD SEAL PROTECTION 3.6.1 By paying a non-refundable A$99 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 trip for any reason prior to departure from Australia. This cancellation option covers the land arrangements made by Contiki Holidays only. 3.6.2 On Your Trip: Should you, or your travel companion*, booked under the same booking number leave at any time during the trip for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to Australia due to injury, sickness or death, you & your companion will be refunded A$40 per person per day for the unused portion of the trip. (Please note that in some cases hotels require a one night cancellation fee). A Doctor’s certificate is required. * Travel companion must be booked under the same booking number and only one companion can be nominated. 3.6.3 Return Flight Security: If you or a member of your direct family in Australia should fall sick* while you are on your Contiki trip, 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 (Australia) Pty Ltd from Australia. * Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must be supplied. 4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed & more than 45 days prior to trip departure, you wish to change to an alternate departure date or you wish to change to a different Contiki Trip within this brochure, you may do so subject to availability & provided the new trip or date alteration is also in this brochure. 4.2 A fee of A$35 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 trip date, trip itinerary booking within 45 days of trip departure will be treated as a cancellation, & normal cancellation fees will apply except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value in which case a A$35 per person amendment fee will be charged. 5. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS 5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, etc. are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style. 5.2 Legislation in various states in Australia has highlighted the issue of Age Discrimination. In terms of style & content, all of Contiki’s worldwide holidays are specifically designed for a particular age group. This fact should be recognised when you book one of our holidays.
5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable & memorable travel experience for all travellers. Contiki welcomes travellers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following: • Travellers are required to advise Contiki, in advance, of any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommodation. • All travellers must ensure they are medically & physically fit for travel. Contiki may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the trip. Contiki may also exclude an individual from participating in a trip or an activity if that individual’s participation poses a direct threat to health or safety. • Contiki does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, toileting or dressing). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any traveller who requires services of a personal nature. • Contiki does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the traveller’s expense. Contiki is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on trip, or for the quality of the care or services received. • Travellers should be aware some trips include rough terrain, extensive walking over uneven pavement, steps & locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During the trip, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, hotels & other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties are independent entities over which Contiki has no control. Accommodation on international trips may differ from those in Australia. Contiki cannot guarantee disability access or accommodation for travellers travelling on international trips. • Contiki may, at its sole discretion, decline the booking of any traveller or remove any traveller who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Contiki’s terms & conditions. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a traveller is removed from a trip. Travellers agree not to hold Contiki or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these booking conditions. 5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements & costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the 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 & decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative & the laws of the country in which you are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment & well being of other members on the 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 & any Contiki Representative has the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously & may result in the immediate termination of your holiday. In either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation & related costs & have no claims against us. 5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation. You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff &/or a Contiki Trip Manager as soon as it is discovered. 5.6 Where the traveller occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating organisations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident or incident. 5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected holiday before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas whilst on trip (including accommodation, meals, flights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense. 5.8 You agree that our Contiki Trip Managers or representatives may take photographs & films of you while you are on holiday & that these may be used in our brochures &/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs &/or films. 5.9 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 & 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 The contract & all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Australian Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing. 5.10.1 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity & enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected. 5.10.2 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/traveller 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 thirdparty 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. No refunds will be made for any absence from the trip. 8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE Airfares to & from your holiday destination, airport taxes, passport & visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, personal expense money, medical fees, sightseeing, visits & entrance fees, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers & Drivers, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, optional excursions & anything else not listed in the ‘what’s included’ section of the itinerary pages within this brochure. 9. WEATHER CONDITIONS Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any 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 & Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorised officer or director of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the trip operating company. At any time & at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights & liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you. 1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time travellers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to travellers & luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a trip shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the traveller of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company. 1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers & other service providers are subject to the terms & conditions & limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, & other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay & loss or damage to baggage. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for disabled travellers (see also 5.3 under 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 March 2016 to March 2017. 3. OPERATING COMPANIES Contiki Holidays Ltd, Travel House, Rue du Manoir, St Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, GY1 2JH, with the exception of the Great Britain & Ireland trips described on p.92-93, the 3 & 5 day London Explorer packages, London Uncovered, Hogmanay & St. Patrick’s Day trips described on p.172-173 & 176 all of which are operated by Contiki Travel (UK) Ltd. The principle operator of the Croatia Island Escape & Croatian Island Hopper products featured on p.151-153 is Katarina Lines. Their terms & conditions apply (available on request). The operator of the Turkish sailing product featured on p.156-157 is Barbaros Yachting, Turkey. Their terms & conditions apply (available on request). The operator of the Greek cruise product is Celestyal Cruises. Greek Sailing on p.154-155 is operated by Siva Travel. All companies can substitute any vessel & provide an alternative itinerary. 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 August 2015 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market. Please see contiki.com for complete & up to date terms & conditions.
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USING THIS
BROCHURE TRAVEL STYLE Check the circle device on each itinerary page to find out what travel experience you’ll get with that particular trip. For more details of each travel style check out the introduction pages:
WAYS TO STAY Look for the icons on your trip page to show you where you’ll be sleeping. Check p.14 to find out what’s included in each of our five accommodation styles: HOTELS
CAMPING
HOSTELS
BOATS
DISCOVERY PLUS – p.32
CAMPING – p.138
HIGH ENERGY – p.64
SAILING & CRUISE – p.144
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER – p.88
WINTER & SKI – p.158
EASY PACE – see p.118
FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS – p.166
See more at contiki.com/waystotravel
COUNTRY LIST Check out each and every country you’ll be visiting on your trip.
SPECIAL STOPOVERS & CABIN VILLAGES
See more at contiki.com/waystostay
SNAPSHOT
SPANISH SPREE BILBAO 1
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ITINERARY, SIGHTSEEING & PRICING
HOW MUCH & WHEN
Day 1: Arrive Madrid. Check-in to your hotel & explore the country’s capital, full of diverse neighbourhoods & lively plazas. Later, meet up with your Trip Manager & fellow travellers. (RD)
SUMMER 2016 CODE: BBEH
NIGHTS HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
ATLANTIC OCEAN
14 DAYS A$2125 A$152
IN-DEPTH EXPLORER
San Sebastian Pyrenees Mountains
1 PAMPLONA
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Zaragoza
2 BARCELONA
Segovia
PAY EARLY & SAVE UP TO A$295. SEE P.26 FOR DETAILS
MADRID 3
MEDITERRANEAN SEA
SPAIN
Toledo
#SPANISHSPREE
2 IBIZA Denia
CORDOBA 1 SEVILLE 1
Day 2: Madrid. It’s easy to get hooked on this city that blends traditional culture with new vitality in everything from shopping & food to arts & culture. (B) Tour the Royal Palace with a Local Guide (this tour may be substituted with a tour of the Prado)
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Day 3: Madrid to Bilbao. Head north to Segovia with its Roman aqueduct & Alcazar fortress before continuing to Bilbao, home of the Guggenheim Art Museum. (B,RD) Day 4: Bilbao to Pamplona. Swim & shop in the beach resort of San Sebastian before heading to Pamplona, the city immortalised in the famous Hemingway novel ‘The Sun Also Rises’. (B)
2 GRANADA Gibraltar
Day 5: Pamplona to Barcelona. Soak up the Baroque city of Zaragoza before we make our way to the buzzing city of Barcelona. (B,RD) See Gaudí’s Sagrada Família & the 1992 Olympic Games complex Walk through the Gothic Quarter & La Rambla district
7 World Heritage sites visited 1
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Places visited Nightstops
Day 6: Barcelona. See why this sexy city sizzles on our included sightseeing tour. It’s a mix of food, fiesta, fashion & fun. (B) Day 7: Barcelona to Ibiza. It’s time to party! Board your flight to the world-famous island of sun, sand & sounds. (B) Day 8: Ibiza . Relax on Ibiza’s beaches & soak up the sunshine or get into some watersports before heading out into the island’s unbeatable nightlife. (B) Visit Ibiza Town & beaches
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Day 9: Ibiza to Granada. This morning it’s a fast ferry to the mainland before reaching Granada. (B) Day 10: Granada . Take a trip back in time in this city, full of atmosphere & soaked in history. Explore the fabled palace, feel the lively culture on the streets & sample some tapas & sangria. (B,D) M Guided tour of the Moorish Quarter of Albaicin, Capilla Real & La Cartuja plus a visit to La Cartuja Monastery Day 11: Granada to Seville. Wind along the Costa del Sol & see the Sierra Nevada mountains. Stop in Gibraltar before arriving in Seville. (B) Scenic drive past Marbella & Malaga M Tour to top of Gibraltar M Flamenco show & dinner
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Day 12: Seville to Cordoba. Take your time in laid-back Seville before we reach lively Cordoba, soaked in history & serving up oldworld atmosphere, time-worn lanes & famously beautiful streets. (B) See the Cathedral, Alcazar & Plaza de España in Seville
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Day 13: Cordoba to Madrid. Hit the road & travel to the hill-top town of Toledo. With its mix of mosques, churches & Medieval buildings, this gorgeous town is known by the locals as the “Imperial City”. After, we return to Madrid. (B) See the Alcazar fortress & Gothic cathedral in Toledo M Madrileños farewell dinner
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Madrid
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2016 May 2 May 9 May 16 May 23 May 30 Jun 6 Jun 13 Jun 20 Jun 27 Jul 4 Jul 6
May May May Jun Jun Jun Jun Jul Jul Jul Jul
2975 2975 3049 3049 3049 3049 3049 3049 3049 3155 3155
13 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation
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Madrid
Madrid
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2016 Jul 11 Jul 18 Jul 25 Aug 1 Aug 8 Aug 15 Aug 22 Aug 29 Sep 12 Sep 19
17
Jul Jul Aug Aug Aug Aug Sep Sep Sep Oct
3155 3155 3155 3155 3155 3049 3049 3049 3049 3049
13 continental breakfasts (B), 3 regional dinners in our favourite local spots (RD), 1 three-course dinner (D)
A$ pp*
15 22 29 5 12 19 26 3 10 17 19
24 31 7 14 21 28 4 11 25 2
INCLUDED MEALS
WINTER 2016/17 CODE: WWEH Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
Total Cost
2016 Oct 17 Nov 21 Dec 28
Oct 30 Dec 4 Jan 10
2245 2195 2305
Start
Finish
Madrid
Madrid
Total Cost
INCLUSIONS
A$ pp*
2017 Jan 3 Feb 13 Mar 20
Jan 16 Feb 26 Apr 2
2305 2125 2195
• An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges • Ferry crossing
A$ pp*
* Prices above are based on twin-share. If you’re
travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (either twin or triple-share).
BBEH - Summer 2016 Single room supplement of A$1075. WWEH - Winter 2016/17 Single room supplement of A$805. Triple-share reduction of 5% is available based on twin-share trip price. Trip starts 4:00pm in Madrid & ends approx. 8:00am in Madrid. For more ways to save see p.26.
Day 14: Depart Madrid. Your trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)
For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see p.177
Please note: Days 1 & 14 have been designed to allow you to start & finish the trip without needing extra nights accommodation.
Winter departures feature a slightly modified itinerary. 2 nights in Madrid (RD,B,B), Bilbao 1 night (B), Pamplona 1 night (B), Barcelona 2 nights (RD,B,B), Valencia 1 night (B), Granada 2 nights (B,D,B), Seville 2 nights (D,B,B), Cordoba 1 night (B), Madrid 1 night (B).
For travel insurance see p.179.
For details of winter trips between Oct 2016 - Mar 2017, speak to Contiki or your travel agent.
EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS • Explore the Palace of the Spanish Royal Family on our locally guided tour in Madrid • Catch a flight to Ibiza & check out its famous clubs & beaches (summer departures only) • Locally guided tour of Granada’s Alhambra Palace • Learn about the history of Spanish culture & architecture at the Mosque of the Caliphs in Cordoba Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with
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ME TIME OPTIONS
MIX & MATCH See more & save more! Use low cost airlines to fly to Italy & Greece. This trip will Mix & Match with Simply Italy p.96-97, or Greek Island Hopping p.128-129. You’ll save A$50 with our Multi-trip discount. See p.26.
Basically... this trip is amazing. For those who love to party... IBIZA, enough said. There is so much more to this tour than that though! I never thought I would love Spain as much as I did. The culture was absolutely amazing..
Madrid
Ms_jessielynne (contiki.com/reviews)
Barcelona
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M Visit the Valley of the Fallen in Madrid M Explore Barcelona on a locally guided bike tour M Valencia cooking school (winter departures only) M Locally guided tour of Seville’s famous sights M Seville flamenco dance show & dinner See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more
LOCAL CULTURE Hit the shops in Madrid, the Salamanca stretch, also known as fashion’s “golden mile” is home to some great high-street brands such as Zara, Mango & Bershka .
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INCLUSIONS These are the practical bits that are included on every trip: • An experienced and professional Trip Manager and Driver team • Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations • Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges • Ferry crossings Look out for on the trip pages. Where you see these icons, all of the above are included on your trip.
3. Once your deposit is received, we’ll send confirmation of your booking. 4. You need to pay the balance of your holiday no less than 45 days prior to your departure date from Australia, or at the time of booking if less than 45 days prior to your departure from Australia. 5. We’ll then send you or your travel agent all your documents and detailed information for your trip, approx. 21 days before you head off on the trip of a lifetime. 6. IT’S TIME TO GO! Let the adventure begin #NOREGRETS Important: By paying the A$200 deposit per person
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