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N E W Z E A L A N D 2 0 21 - 2 2 WITH CONTIKI Hello 2021

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2020 was not quite the adventure-packed year we had in mind... but as the world reopens and adapts to a new way of travelling, we want you to feel AMAZING about it. After all, we all deserve something epic to look forward to (and there’s nowhere more epic than New Zealand). So we’re

here to help, with everything from transport, to health advice, changing plans, and sorting accommodation. There’s no need to go it alone let us do all the hard yards, so you can kick back and enjoy all the good stuff.

GET TO KNOW YOUR CONTIKI PALS AS YOU EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF LAKE WANAKA BOAT CRUISE, WANAKA @SAMCASLICK

Get excited for what we’ve got in store

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UNIQUE ACCOMODATION STAY IN A TRADITIONAL MÃORI MARAE IN ROTORUA, OR AN AWARD WINNING ECO-RETREAT AND WORKING FARM.

GET OFF GRID LIVE LIKE A LOCAL ON AN AUTHENTIC AND UNPLUGGED DISCOVERY OF HERITAGE SITES, RETREATS AND SURF TOWNS.

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IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCES DROP BY A KIWI HATCHERY, OR LEARN HOW TO HANDCARVE JADE WITH A MÃORI MASTER CRAFTSMAN.

CONSCIOUS TRAVEL FIND OUT HOW OUR INITIATIVES IN NEW ZEALAND HELP PROTECT PEOPLE, WILDLIFE AND THE BEAUTIFUL LAND THEY SHARE.

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RELAX OUTDOORS AT AN AWARD-WINNING ECO RETREAT, CAMP GLENORCHY

TAKE A SCENIC HELICOPTER FLIGHT AND LAND ON THE PRISTINE FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER, FRANZ JOSEF @BETHYJOHNSO

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SEE IN THE NEW YEAR IN STYLE AT ONE OF NEW ZEALAND’S BIGGEST FESTIVALS, RHYTHM & ALPS @RHYTHMANDALPS

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TAKE AN ATV BUSH SAFARI AND HEAR ABOUT THE AMAZING CONSERVATION WORK AT BLUE DUCK STATION @DIVYANSHUSAMANT Kaikoura Hokitika Arthur’s Pass FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIERS Haast Pass Wanaka Milford Sound GLENORCHY

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T R AV E L B E T T E R W I T H C O N T I K I Whether you’re a long-time traveller or a first-time flyer, we make travel better; with more immersive experiences, shared with other travellers & our incredible crew.

CYCLE THE OLD COACH ROAD FROM HOROPITO TO OHAKUNE

How it works So you’re ready to have the adventure of a lifetime? Here’s how we bring it to life for you, in 4 simple steps.

T R AV E L TOGETHER We make travel a shared experience. Our trips are exclusively for 18-35s, and whether you join us solo or in a group, they are designed so you can share incredible experiences with travellers just like you from all around the world.

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D E TA I L S SORTED We make travel easier. You get transport, accommodation and a bunch of delicious meals all included in the price of your trip, so you never have to worry about the details. Our expert Trip Managers, Drivers & Local Guides sort out all the logistics so you can travel hassle-free.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES We make every day one to remember. Travel isn’t just about where you go, it’s about what you do when you get there. That’s why we hand-pick the best experiences to include in your trip. Plus, we have heaps of optional Free Time Add-On experiences you can do in your free time and pay for as you travel.

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TAKE A REFRESHING DIP IN LAKE WAKATIPU, GLENORCHY

T R AV E L . T O G E T H E R .

LEARN ABOUT TIKANGA AND KAWA, MÃORI CUSTOMS AND PROTOCOLS OF THE MARAE, ROTORUA

TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE WITH A SKY WALK AROUND AUCKLAND’S 328M HIGH SKY TOWER @EMILYLOU

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Things have been a little uncertain recently, but with us you can be certain your well-being is our number one priority. Your trust is the most important thing to us - we’ve been doing this for over 50 years, after all. We’re also part of The Travel Corporation, a family of brands with over 100 years of experience travelling the world. Plus, our Flexibility Promise gives you the confidence to book an adventure, knowing you can change your mind as much as you need, whatever the world decides to throw at us next.

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ENJOY VIP FESTIVAL PASSES & GLAMPING AT RHYTHM & ALPS, WANAKA @PANAPETITE

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What’s shared travel, and why is it the most important part of your trip? Shared travel is central to your Contiki experience. Travelling with a group of other people is about inspiring each other, growing together, being part of something

incredible and leaving with lifelong friends. Join us solo, with some pals, or as a couple - whichever way, long after your trip is over, you’ll still feel part of a global family. GET WICKED VIEWS OVER MT. RUAPEHU

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Some people join our groups solo or some come with their friends or partners, but by the time we get going it doesn’t really matter! I always tell my group that we’re

now a travel whānau (family), so have all sorts of games to break the ice and make sure everyone gets to know each other. My favourite part of my job is watching all the incredible friendships (and romances) blossom over the course of the trip. It’s sad when we say our goodbyes, but I know so many of my travellers have made friends for life. And I love seeing all their Contiki Reunions take place all around the world.

CRUISE THE WATERS OF NEW ZEALAND’S LARGEST INLAND LAKE, LAKE TAUPO @SAMCASLICK

LAKE WAKATIPU, GLENORCHY

I’M A KIWI WHO WENT ON A NEW ZEALAND CONTIKI. HERE’S WHY

EXPLORE RHYTHM & ALPS FESTIVAL WITH YOUR CONTIKI BUBBLE @RHYTHMANDALPS

T R AV E L I N YO U R CONTIKI BUBBLE Our experiences will immerse you in a destination, but you’ll do them all with your ‘travel bubble’ of Contiki travellers. So you can experience the best of each place with your new friends from around the world.

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Yes, I could have tried to organise a The Big Tiki was amazing! Could not group of friends to take the trip with me. recommend this trip highly enough, I likely would have needed to postpone particularly for solo travellers. the trip for a later date or compromise depending on annual leave from our jobs. But with Contiki, friends are to included, too! Just show up solo and ick re l c you’ll be making new buddies in no time. mo Read more on

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I have honestly made friends for life from the trip. I’m already looking at booking another Contiki and I’ve been home 5 days !!! E B O N Y, T H E B I G T I K I

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We stand for travel that makes the world a better place. Travel comes with responsibilities. That’s why we’re determined to travel sustainably and consciously. And that’s why we’re willing to take a stand on causes closest to our hearts.

To be a Contiki traveller is to be a part of a diverse, passionate community. We always strive to amplify the voices in our community on the issues that matter to us the most.

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From a young age we have a lot of outside pressure to conform to this one idea of masculinity - made even more difficult to do as a person of colour. The truth is, there isn’t one way to be a man! For me it’s an ongoing process of selfacceptance and a lot of unlearning.

India is home to some incredibly inspirational women, and it is amazing to be able to meet and support them through my travels. India has opened my eyes to the power of women, and when it reaches it’s full potential, the world will be changed forever.

I want to see vibrant, multi-faceted communities who thrive using their own unique gifts and stories. I’d like to see more cultural respect as we walk forward together.

We provide hot, delicious meals to those most in need every week, and sell brownies alongside to help cover food costs. I think it is important for people who have ended up on the street to have a second chance and we can make a difference one plate at a time.

READ MORE OF OUR C OMMUNIT Y’S STORIES ON C ONTIKI.C OM/SIX - T WO

How We TreadRight® The TreadRight® foundation is Contiki’s guiding hands when it comes to sustainable travel. They’ve put together a 5 year sustainability strategy for us, to reduce food waste, source electricity from renewable sources, eliminate single use plastics and ultimately achieve carbon neutrality. Read all the finer details here: ttc.com/hwtr

These experiences are chosen with great care using an assessment criteria endorsed by sustainable tourism experts which is exclusive to Contiki and its sister brands. It is part of our commitment to advancing the United Nations Global Goals and positively impacting our travellers and the communities we visit. see

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011 THE EXPERIENCES WE S H A R E W I T H YO U O N TRIP To be a Contiki traveller is to be a conscious traveller, as it’s essential to the future of our planet. Here are some of our TreadRight® approved, MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences.

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Rotorua

Lochmara Lodge

Meet NZ’s adorable national animal and learn how this centre incubates and hatches kiwi eggs. Do it on The Big Tiki p.40

Learn about wildlife recovery and take an underwater observatory tour with a marine biologist. Do it on South Island Off-Grid p.31

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Visit EML locations, and for every lunch purchased, the foundation will make a lunch for a child under the poverty-line. Do it on Northern Choice p.34

Stay in award-winning eco-accommodation designed, built and operated in line with the Living Building Challenge. Do it on New Zealand Off-Grid p.30

T R AV E L . T O G E T H E R .

KIWI ENCOUNTER

H E A R T PA R C E L S We l l i n g t o n Heart Parcels is a non-profit started by our 2019 change-maker, Parris Quinn, providing hot, tasty meals for Wellington’s homeless. Do it on Kiwiana Panorama p.38

& THE SUSTAINABLE WAY W E T R AV E L :

HOW WE DO IT ALL TRIPS CARBON NEUTRAL FROM 2022 OUR COMMITMENT TO REDUCE SINGLE USE PLASTICS + OUR O W N R E U S A B L E WAT E R B O T T L E S NO PHYSICAL DOCUMENTS – IT’S A L L O N L I N E AT M Y. C O N T I K I . C O M WA S T E - F R E E , R E N E WA B L E P R O D U C T I O N C Y C L E M E R C H AT CONTIKI.TEEMILL.COM 5 PA R T C L I M AT E A C T I O N P L A N I N PA R T N E R S H I P W I T H T R E A D R I G H T V I S I T R E S TA U R A N T S & L O C A L S U P P L I E R S T H AT G I V E B A C K TO THE PLACES WE VISIT AND SHARE OUR ETHOS MORE ECO-FRIENDLY LOCAL FORMS OF TRANSPORT WHERE POSSIBLE, LIKE BUSES AND FERRIES INSTEAD OF INTERNAL FLIGHTS

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M E E T YO U R TEAM We know a little something about what makes the perfect trip Meet the legends who make the magic happen. They scope out the best routes, discover awesome places to stay and find the best local things to see & do - and the amazing people you’ll do them with. They’ll

be on your trip too: as guides, friends, confidantes and walking Wikipedias. Want to find the best flat white in Wellington? They’ve got you. Want to know the Māori folklore behind that epic mountain? You only need to ask.

When you travel with us, I sort it all for you so you can relax.

JOSH, CONTIKI TRIP MANAGER @ P I K I T I AT O A

New Zealand is such an amazing country and I’m so proud to call it my home. In each destination we visit I know my favourite burger spot, the place to get the best coffee, or the hiking route that has the most spectacular scenery. Best part of my job is showing it all to my travellers. My favourite trip: The Big Tiki p.40

HIT UP RHYTHM AND ALPS WITH YOUR TRIP MANAGERS, BRIT, BRYCE & JOSH @PANAPETITE

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‘My favourite city is Wellington. Amazing food and just an awesome scene. The best smaller destination is Ohakune, a new spot this season on the North Island. It’s stunning, proper New Zealand wilderness – amazing snowboarding in the winter and bike riding in the summer.

If you had a normal day of travel you’d be like ‘I’ve got to book my taxi from the airport, make sure I don’t get ripped off, find out where my hotel is, try not to get lost, get to the next place, find somewhere to eat that’s actually good, plan our activities’. When you travel with us, I sort it all for you so you can relax.

There are worse countries in the world to drive around than New Zealand! You never get desensitised to how amazing the scenery is. Though some of the roads are pretty tricky to navigate, I have to admit.

My favourite trip: Northern Choice p.34

My favourite trip: Kiwiana Panorama p.38

My favourite trip: ‘Sweet As’ South p.32

MEET ALL OUR TRIP MANAGERS ON CONTIKI.COM/ TEAM

ENSURE YOU KNOW ALL THE LOCAL HEALTH PROTOCOLS IN EACH D E S T I N AT I O N SORT OUT THE AMAZING PLACES Y O U S TAY AT DISH OUT ALL THE BEST LOCAL TIPS MAKE SURE YOU GET FROM A TO B RESCHEDULE THINGS BEHIND THE SCENES IF ‘LIFE’ HAPPENS H A N G O U T, T H E S E G U Y S A R E T H E B E S T, YOU’LL ABSOLUTELY WA N T T O H E A R THEIR STORIES

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The whole trip was amazing, Sam organised everything so well and provided us with great recommendations of what activities to do and good places for food. SARAH H., KIWIANA PANORAMA

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Your transport is all sorted.

Your Trip Managers & Trip Drivers take on the hard work of figuring out the best transport to get you from A-B. Mostly you’ll be on our fleet of sleek, eco-friendly coaches

with WiFi, USB ports, plenty of legroom and a rocking sound system; when hopping between the two islands, you’ll take a local ferry. TAKE A THRILLING JET BOAT RIDE OVER DART RIVER, MT ASPIRING NATIONAL PARK

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We live for once-in-a-lifetime events, which is why travelling with us is the best way to go. Travel bubbles From start to finish, on your trip you’ll be travelling with your ‘travel bubble’ of Contiki travellers. All activities & meals will be with these travellers and everything will be overseen by your highly trained Trip Manager. We’ve vetted all local suppliers & guides to ensure that hygiene & distancing protocols are adhered to at all times.

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PRE TRIP From booking to right before you leave, we’ll keep in touch, & make sure you’re up to date & ready to go.

OUR FLEXIBILITY PROMISE

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We’ve made it easy to change your travel plans up to 30 days prior to your trip’s departure date. You can choose new dates &/or a new destination without penalty on the land portion of your trip.

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PRE-TRIP HEALTH D E C L A R AT I O N All travellers will complete a personal wellness declaration before joining a trip. If you’ve tested positive for COVID-19 or are travelling with someone who has, you will not be able to join the trip until cleared as ‘fit for travel’ by a medical professional.

A I R T R AV E L Specific details will vary by airline, but standard operations typically include flight attendants wearing masks, sanitising all surfaces between flights & enhanced hygiene protocols. Check with your airline for any change of travel plan fees as these may still apply outside The Travel Corporation Flexibility Promise time frame of 30 days. We recommend travel insurance for any problems that may arise within 30 days of your trip starting.

A L L T H E L AT E S T I N F O We’ll be in touch before your trip kicks off with a detailed email, sharing health & hygiene guidelines in accordance with the local guidelines specific to your trip, as well as information around how to recognise COVID-19 symptoms. We want you to feel as prepared as possible by the time your trip departs.

ON TRIP While you travel with us, you can be sure that we are taking every step to ensure the well-being of all our team & travellers on trip.

P H Y S I C A L D I S TA N C I N G & GROUP SIZE We control our group sizes in each region to ensure we comply with every destination’s distancing requirements & for the peace of mind of all of our travellers.

A R R I VA L & W E L C O M E

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

At a kick off meeting, your Trip Manager will cover what you can expect and all the necessary well-being precautions on trip. These meeting times have been arranged so you won’t encounter other groups unnecessarily.

It is important that you bring your own face mask to comply with regional guidelines. It is also a good idea to bring hand sanitiser, with an alcohol concentration above 70%..

YOUR TRIP MANAGER Trip Managers will submit a SelfHealth Declaration pre & post trip. Our industry leading training has been adapted & enhanced to include a dedicated module on dealing with COVID-19. They, & our Traveller Support team, are available 24/7 throughout the trip should any situation arise.

VEHICLES Contiki-arranged vehicles, i.e. mini-vans & 4x4s will be thoroughly santised in accordance with local guidelines before your trip.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT We’ll let you know the local guidelines to follow in each destination, i.e. whether wearing a mask is required, or boarding & disembarking protocols. We also recommend thoroughly sanitising your hands regularly.

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WHAT HAPPENS IF SOMEONE ON MY TRIP EXHIBITS S Y M P T O M S O F C O V I D - 19 ? Steps include but are not limited to: • Quickly acting to place distance between the unwell traveller & others • Depending on location this may be through physical distance or use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as a face covering & disposable gloves • Seeking medical advice & facilitating testing • Liaising with local authorities & following their directives WHAT PROTOC OL S DO YO U R A C C O M M O D A T I O N & R E S TAU R A N T PA R T N E R S FOLLOW?

Every supplier must be fully compliant with locally mandated standards for us to work with them. We’ll arrange priority entrance whenever possible and ensure physical distancing throughout. All our Local Guides will have been trained on hygiene protocols & provided with the same check-lists & standards your Trip Manager will adhere to.

SELF-SCREENING We’ll ask all travellers to monitor their health throughout their trip, with protocols in place in the event someone becomes ill or displays symptoms of COVID-19.

AFTER YOUR TRIP We ask travellers to be in touch should they develop symptoms within 14 days of the trip ending, so that we can alert all travellers & the Trip Manager of your trip.

W H A T I S I N V O LV E D I N O U R C R E W ’ S C O V I D - 19 TRAINING? The following is covered in our team’s training: • How COVID-19 is spread • Symptoms of COVID-19 & identifying potentially unwell travellers • Effective personal hygiene & santisation techniques for infection prevention • Effective use of PPE • Appropriate physical distancing protocols • Preventative measures to ensure your well-being • Protocols in the event of a suspected COVID-19 case

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SIGHTSEEING, LOCAL GUIDES, HOTELS & R E S TA U R A N T S

All our accommodation & restaurant partners will: • Adhere to our standards & follow minimum guidelines with hygiene protocols, cleaning sanitisation • Ensure all staff are trained in new protocols • Ensure appropriate physical distancing of tables, seating & other public areas • Offer hand sanitiser in key locations • Thoroughly santise rooms between travellers • Frequently clean & monitor high traffic areas

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N OTHIN G BEATS A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP (Especially at a Mãori Marae, an award-winning Eco Retreat or a lodge nestled at the foot of Mt. Cook). We know that sorting accommodation in multiple cities can be a pain, which is why our Trip Managers do the work for you. But boring hotels ain’t really our thing.

The places you’ll stay in New Zealand are hand-picked for their unique features and awesome amenities. Here are a few highlights.

Here’s where we put you up Special Stays Next level, unique properties that put you at the heart of New Zealand’s nature and culture.

Featured Hotels Bars, sleeping pods, hot tubs - the extra little bit of magic to make your stay memorable

C A M P G L E N O R C H Y E C O R E T R E AT GLENORCHY

Nestled between epic mountain ranges, a glacier-topped peak & the river-fed waters of Lake Wakatipu, this award-winning, uniquely New Zealand eco-luxury destination is one of Time Magazine’s 2019 World's 100 Greatest Places.

TRIP MANAGER R A E ’ S FAV E P L A C E T O S TAY MÃORI MARAE ROTORUA SPECIAL STAY

It’s a true honour to be welcomed into this Māori community, an experience exclusive to Contiki. Hosted by the Ngāti Whakaue tribe, we’ll spend two nights learning traditions & customs, preparing food together and listening to local stories & myths. At the end, you’ll be given a full, moving farewell in a spine-tingling ceremony that words can’t give justice to. Stay here on North Island Off-Grid p.30

MOUNT COOK LODGE

LOCHMARA LODGE

M O U N T C O O K N AT I O N A L PA R K

MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS

Located in Mt. Cook National Park, you’ll sleep surrounded by a majestic landscape of glaciers, terminal lakes, turbulent rivers and Australasia's tallest peak, the mighty Aoraki (Mt. Cook).

The ultimate place for a digital detox, the nature haven of Lochmara Lodge is a magical way to experience the Marlborough Sounds.

SUDIMA HOTEL

KING‘S HOTEL

JUCY SNOOZE

ROTORUA

OHAKUNE

QUEENSTOWN & AUCKLAND

With breathtaking views over the lake, this stylish hotel includes a thermally heated swimming pool and 3 private hot tubs..

A 100 year old heritage building at the base of Mount Ruapehu. Soak in the view from outdoor hot tubs and an on-site bar.

In the heart of Queenstown you’ll be in the funky Jucy Snooze hostel, drifting off in futuristic, private sleeping pods.

Sunset Motel, Raglan

Rainforest Retreat, Franz Josef

The Kingsgate Hotel, Paihia

Plus many more: Blue Duck Station Special Stay

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THE NATURE HAVEN OF LOCHMARA LODGE IN THE MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS IS ACCESSIBLE ONLY BY WATER

ENJOY ALL THE CONVENIENCES OF CENTRALLY-LOCATED JUCY SNOOZE, QUEENSTOWN

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DISCOVER THE UNIQUE & AWARD-WINNING CAMP GLENORCHY, A LUXURY ECO-RETREAT NESTLED IN EPIC SCENERY

MARAE STAY, ROTORUA

SOAK IN A HOT TUB WITH SUNSET VIEWS OVER LAKE OHAU, LAKE OHAU LODGE

EXPLORE THE WILDERNESS OF BLUE DUCK STATION, WHANGANUI NATIONAL PARK

SNOOZE IN YOUR OWN PRIVATE POD AT JUCY SNOOZE, QUEENSTOWN

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L O C K I N YO U R B E S T Y E A R Y E T Make sure to grab your spot on your dream trip. With our Flexibility Promise you can change your mind as many times as you like. trip stuff. But we also make it super easy for you to book stress-free knowing that the money to put down to secure your spot is safe. No matter what the world throws at us next.

T R AV E L . C O N F I D E N T .

It’s been a bit of a rough stretch recently, so now, more than ever, we all need something to look forward to. And Contiki is here to make that as easy, simple, and stress-free as possible. We can absolutely sort the

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS

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No Amendment Fees

Your Money Protected*

It doesn’t take much to bag your spot. But hey - change your mind? Easy. Again? Sure. Your deposit will be valid on any of our trips, or even any of our sister brands.

Did we mention that it won’t cost you a thing to change your trip once your deposit is put down? As long as you make up your mind 30 days before your trip departs.

Life happens sometimes, so you can cancel your trip up to 30 days before departure and get your money back. You won’t lose your deposit - transfer it to a new trip with us, or one of our sister brands once you turn 36, or even gift it to a friend.

24/7 Support

Flexible Payments

Questions? Problems? No worries. We’re always on hand to support you by phone, email or chat, 24/7. How’ve you been? What’s up?

You don’t need to pay all at once, you can pay in as many instalments as you’d like, so long as you pay in full 45 days before you go.

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*The deposit amount & 30 day Amendment & Cancellation timings are available as above for all bookings made until 31st December, 2021. To view our standard deposit amounts see our Summary Booking & Cancellation Terms from p.48. The deposit refers to the trip deposit only and excludes any additional or 3rd party deposits, such as flights. See full terms and conditions for FlexDeposit on p.48. Penalties may be incurred when cancelling airfare.

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D E A L S YO U C A N ’ T S AY N O T O ALL OUR L ATEST DEALS We have many more deals available online, from Last Minute Deals, to New Release Deals. Talk to your Travel Agent, or visit contiki.com/deals for the best deals available, up to

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The facts: All discounts are subject to availability & may be withdrawn at any point without notice. All discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, National Park fees, extra accommodation, festival tickets, and any applicable Free Time Add-Ons). Your trip price does not include the costs of international flights to/from New Zealand that start or end your trip. New Release Deals do not apply to bookings within 45 days of departure. The original deposit refers to the trip deposit only and excludes any additional deposits such as festival tickets or flights. You can combine the New Release Deals, Loyalty Discount and the Multi-Trip Discount on trips of 7 days or longer. When combining a Loyalty Discount with a Multi-Trip Discount on the same booking, only one 5% discount will be applied per trip. Multiple discounts are added incrementally and not as a total amount off the gross price. The Multi-Trip Discount will be applied to the lower priced of your two (or more) trips. Please contact Contiki or your Travel Agent to apply relevant discounts when booking your trip. For full terms & conditions see contiki.com/deals

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W H A T YO U ’ L L REMEMBER FOREVER communities and immerse you in new cultures. These aren’t just photo ops or whistle stops - these are spine-tingling, lifechanging experiences that will stay with you forever.

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More than just for the ‘gram we know you’re on the hunt for more meaningful travel experiences - the unique stuff that’s hard to find yourself. We always partner with local suppliers to give back to local

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INCLUDED EXPERIENCES From the iconic to the unexpected, these are the experiences we think are unmissable - and they’re all included in the price of your trip.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

FREE-TIME

These are the optional experiences you can fill your day with, hand-picked by our Trip Managers. They help you build the trip you want with the budget you’ve got.

Roam art-covered streets of Wellington, warm up in a spa overlooking Lake Ohau, & soak up New Zealand’s incredible scenery. This time is yours and the options are endless.

Important: Free Time Add-On activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators and on occasion, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate. Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance covers your participation in adventure activities and be aware that some of our Free Time Add-Ons can be physically demanding and may involve some risk.

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fine too. But we also love bringing you those cultural experiences you couldn’t find anywhere else in the world. Here are some highlights.

CULTURAL

WITNESS A MÃORI HAKA

EXPLORE A LIVING GALLERY

LEARN TRADITIONAL HEALING

Rotorua

Lochmara Lodge

Rotorua

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Learn about culture and witness the impressive haka as part of a cultural show.

Explore 10 acres of quirky sculptures and organic artworks, framed by the Marlborough Sounds.

Learn Wairua, Rongoa Māori and Romiromi, Māori spirituality and traditional healing practices, during your stay at Māori Marae.

LEARN TO CARVE JADE

LEARN ABOUT MÃORI ASTRONOMY

LEARN TO SURF

Franz Josef

L a k e Te k a p o

Raglan

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Learn how to carve pounamu (jade) jewellery with a Māori master carver, then take your handiwork home.

Combine science, stargazing and tātaiarora (Māori astronomy) at the immersive Dark Sky Reserve experience, 13.8 billion years in the making.

Master the waves with a surf lesson or stand up paddleboarding in the laid-back coastal town of Raglan. Follow it up with a world-class coffee in one of the local cafes.

LOCAL

1 . ( T O P ) M I TA I MÃORI VILLAGE, ROTORUA 2 . ( FA R L E F T ) K AYA K I N G H A R U R U FA L L S , B AY O F ISLANDS 3. HOBBITON, M ATA M ATA 4. HELI HIKING, FRANZ JOSEF GLACIER 5. GIAPO CHEF’S TA B L E I C E C R E A M EXPERIENCE, AUCKLAND

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Our trips have a little something for everyone. If you want to explore the local nightlife, that’s cool with us, and if you want to check out those bucket-list big hitters, that’s

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One cannot think well love well sleep well travel well if one has not dined well

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To eat in a country, is to taste its history, its culture & its love of life. It’s a way to meet some of the locals and bond with new friends; and it’s a way to learn impressive new skills to take home. That’s why food is so important to us - these aren’t just meals, these are unforgettable experiences.

WHAT’S TO EAT ON

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WATCH AND TASTE A TRADITIONAL MÃORI HÃNGI, ROTORUA

SAMPLE WORLD CLASS CRAFT BEER AT CARGO, QUEENSTOWN @RHYTHMANDALPS

TUCK IN TO LOCAL FISH & CHIPS IN PAIHIA @SEBREIVERS

LOCAL FEASTS

BREWERY VISITS

TA S T Y ( I C O N I C ) TA K E AWAY

A Hāngī is a traditional Māori method of cooking food using heated rocks buried in a pit oven. In Rotorua you’ll learn how to prepare the Hāngī with your hosts. Then it’s time to feast.

Set within acres of vibrant countryside in Queenstown, this Cargo Brewery tasting experience lets you sample world class craft beer, brewed on-site, as well as Pagan wine. (There’s beach volleyball, too).

One of New Zealand’s greatest joys is fish & chips (or fush n’ chups, to the locals). Visit the spectacular Bay of Islands, and in-between spotting dolphins and surfing, enjoy some tasty battered fish with extra crispy chips. Our treat.

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It’s our food philosophy. It’s the belief that food is more than fuel, and why every meal gives you a true flavour of a destination.

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MAKE YOUR OWN ICE CREAM CREATIONS AT GIAPO’S, AUCKLAND

TRIP MANAGER CHELSEA TA K E S U S T O G I A P O ’ S I N A U C K L A N D T O S H O W Y O U A W H O L E N E W WAY TO EXPERIENCE ICE CREAM.

even partnered with Auckland University of Technology to research and pair the perfect soundtrack to your ice cream. So while you’re mixing up your own perfect creations you’ll sing & dance to all the perfect hits to match.

YONDER PLANT BASED FREE TIME ADD-ON MEAL, QUEENSTOWN @SUPERJAY

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Unsatisfied with the humble ice cream as it is currently served. Giapo’s in Auckland mixed things up quite literally. They’ve mixed up every aspect, from fun new ingredients, creative new toppings & gravity defying accessories. Giapo’s

TRIP MANAGER TIP New Zealand has great wine. My suggested pairings: sauvignon blanc with seafood, pinot noir with meat. YONDER PLANT BASED FREE TIME ADD-ON MEAL, QUEENSTOWN @SUPERJAY

PAIR A FLAT WHITE WITH A HEART PARCELS BROWNIE AT FILO, WELLINGTON @JOYHAYMAN

TASTE AN ICONIC FERGBURGER, QUEENSTOWN @SUPERJAY

LOCAL COFFEES

FREE TIME

When we visit Wellington, we stop by Heart Parcels’ cafe Filo. Here we get to taste the iconic Flat White and have a special chance to perk up those around us as well as ourselves supporting Parris’ Heart Parcels mission to feed the homeless.

When we’re in Queenstown you have to try a Fergburger, proudly proclaimed as the ‘best burger in the world’. This place is a NZ institution, & with its premium patties, delicious relish & iconic seeded buns, you can definitely understand why.

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farm-to-table feast at the spectacular Blue Duck Station, nestled in the wilderness of the Ruapehu District. Produce and ingredients for the meal are harvested on the farm and sourced from the surrounding bush.

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Getting the most from New Zealand’s energy and nature vibes while you’re on the road.

TRIP MANAGER JOSH’S TIP TO SOME R&R IN NEW ZEALAND

TA K E A F E W M I N U T E S T O TA K E I T ALL IN & BE PRESENT IN THE MOMENT

SURFING THE WAVES, RAGLAN

Sometimes that means spiking your adrenaline; sometimes it means hiking up a volcano. Sometimes it means being horizontal and sipping a cocktail - that’s

fine, too. So whether you’re a hiking fanatic, adrenaline junkie or just want to chill, here’s how you’ll always feel good on the road.

WELLNESS

Hitting the road is amazing. It takes you out of the ordinary & shows you so many new perspectives. Whenever I arrive somewhere I try to take a few moments to take a deep breath, and just take a minute to appreciate the amazing places I’m in & people I’m with, so I’m as present as I can be in each amazing moment on the road.

ACTIVE

SELF CARE

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G O K AYA K I N G

HIKE A GLACIER

SPIKE YOUR ADRENALINE

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Marlborough Sounds

Franz Josef

Queenstown

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You could go for a hike at the foot of Mt. Ruapehu, but if you’re feeling a bit more zen, sit back and admire the scenery from one of the spa pools.

In the sparkling waters surrounding your eco-lodge, this isn’t about getting from A-B as fast as your biceps will carry you. It’s about gliding gently along the water and soaking up that scenery.

Take a helicopter up the Franz Josef Glacier, followed by a three hour hike through the glacier itself. With its blue ice tunnels its unlike any hike you’ve ever done before.

The Nevis Swing is infamous for a reason - a crazy, 300m bungy swing propelling you into the Nevis River valley. Or for traditionalists, there’s always the classic bungy jump.

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T R AV E L T H A T S U I T S YO U We know people look for different things when they travel. That’s what our travel styles are all about, offering flexibility

around the places you visit, the number of included experiences, accommodation types and how far you can stretch your budget.

EXPLORE RUAPEHU BY KAYAK, BLUE DUCK STATION

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER For a truly local experience. • • •

PARTY INTO THE NEW YEAR AT RHYTHM & ALPS, WANAKA @RHYTHMANDALPS

Explore New Zealand in-depth Lots of included travel experiences centred around cultural immersion Local and central 3&4 star hotels, funky hostels, lodges and Special Stays

TAKE THE PLUNGE WITH A CANYON SWING, QUEENSTOWN @MIKAELA.TRAVELS

See In-Depth Trips from p.26 Meet an In-Depth Explorer traveller Name: Matt Age: 28 Trip: NZ Off Grid p.36 Since watching Lord of the Rings when I was 12 I’ve been obsessed with New Zealand’s natural beauty. This trip had everything: volcanoes, surf towns, mountains, kayaking, hiking, and so much learning about conservation. It was nice to get away from a screen for a few weeks and reconnect with nature.

SKI & SNOWBOARD

SHORT TRIPS & F E S T I VA L S

Snow. Sleep. Repeat.

For life’s moments.

After some perfect runs and jawdropping vistas, plus the nightlife to top it all off, Queenstown is where it’s at. Keep things cosy with central accommodation and feel the rush of New Zealand’s pristine peaks in the adrenaline capital of the world. p.45

Be the first in the world to ring in the New Year at one of New Zealand’s biggest festivals surrounded by the epic landscapes of the South Island, or head north to explore the subtropical climate, ancient native forest & sandy beaches of the Bay of Islands. p.42

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER F O R A T R U LY L O C A L EXPERIENCE. We don’t want you to just drop by the tourist traps. Our trips in New Zealand are all about connecting you with the land and the people who live here. From getting a detailed look at Māori culture to feeding the homeless in Wellington, our iInDepth Explorer trips will ensure you return home with a head full of memories (and with a piece of your heart left behind).

ACCOMMODATION Stay at our comfiest & most centrally located accommodation in New Zealand

C A M P G L E N O R C H Y, GLENORCHY @ S U P E R J AY

BLUE DUCK S TAT I O N , R U A P E H U

OHINEMUTU MARAE, ROTORUA

EXPERIENCES Local foodie experiences, cultural deep dives with Local Guides

FRESH LOCAL LUNCHES, WELLINGTON

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EXPERIENCE THE THRILL OF THE ORIGINAL BUNGY JUMP, QUEENSTOWN @SAMCASLICK

H U K A FA L L S , TA U P O

MÃORI CULTURAL PERFORMANCE, ROTORUA

IS IN-DEPTH EXPLORER RIGHT FOR ME? GET TO KNOW NEW-ZEALAND IN-DEPTH

WITH A COOL, LOCAL KIWI TRIP MANAGER AND LOCAL GUIDES

S TAY AT H O T E L S , & AMAZING S P E C I A L S TAY S UNIQUE TO THE REGION

GET LOTS OF LOCAL EXPERIENCES I N C L U D E D O N T R I P, PLUS HEAPS EXTRA TO CHOOSE FROM

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SUN & STEAM THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

DAYS

COUNTRY

5 NIGHTS 2 nights in a hotel, 2 nights in a lodge & 1 night in a Pod Hostel

4.7 RATING

7 INCLUDED MEALS 5 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

TRANSPORT Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/STEAM TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE

GROUP SIZE 45 average group size

TEAM An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

The one that hits the North Island highlights in 6 whirlwind days

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The Skywalk at the Sky Tower, Auckland @max_homer

Sailing the Bay of Islands, Paihia

Giapo Chef’s Table Ice cream experience, Auckland

Fish and chips at the beach, Bay of Islands

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

Places visited 1

Mãori cultural performance, Rotorua

Nightstops Start/end city

PAIHIA

2 Parry Kauri Park

AUCKLAND 1 TASMAN SEA

Hobbiton

ROTORUA

Over 20 Free Time Add-Ons & a banquet of inclusions make this trip a week to remember, from ziplining to paragliding and even time for a Hobbit encounter.

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• See (and smell) Rotorua’s bubbling geothermic mud pools • Tuck into a true Kiwiana fish’n’chips dinner, overlooking the Bay of Islands • Visit Hobbiton & take a guided tour of the LOTR set FREE TIME ADD-ONS

F Take a day trip to Cape Reinga at the top of the North Island F Try a day sailing experience around the Bay of Islands F Cook your kai (food) the traditional way over an active steam vent

NORTH ISLAND

See contiki.com/steam for all experiences on this trip.

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Twin & single room supplements are available. Start Auckland 8:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

NORTH ISLAND OFF-GRID THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

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COUNTRY

DAYS

6 NIGHTS

7 INCLUDED MEALS

2 nights in hotels, & 4 nights in Special Stays

4 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 2 dinners (D)

GROUP SIZE

TRANSPORT Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

20 maximum group size

TEAM An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

The one that lets you experience the North Island like a local, with a farm stay, surf towns & Mãori culture

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STAY AT A MÃORI MARAE Spend two nights immersing yourself in Mãori culture & customs when you stay at Ohinemutu marae. You’ll prepare traditional food, discover healing techniques. listen to local myths and even learn a haka.

Master the waves with a surfing lesson in Raglan

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

GET OFF -GRID Hyperlocal experiences, unique eco-accommodation & off-grid adventures our new trips are the future of travel.

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RAGLAN

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BLUE DUCK STATION

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INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

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SPECIAL STAYS

★ Traditional Māori Marae, Rotorua ★ Blue Duck Station, Whanganui National Park Discover traditional Māori spirituality and healing practices Go behind the scenes on a Kiwi Encounter at Rainbow Springs Enjoy a farm-to-table feast at the spectacular Blue Duck Station

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

NORTH ISLAND

COOK STRAIT

2 Special Stays in nature, 11 Free Time Add-Ons and 12 inclusions that’ll bring you up close and personal with Mãori culture, a classic Kiwi surf town and the opportunity to meet a real live kiwi bird.

WELLINGTON

SOUTH ISLAND

Surf lesson or SUP at Ngarunui Beach, Raglan Take a traditional Māori Pounamu (jade) carving lesson Native rainforest ziplining with breakfast & coffee at dawn

See contiki.com/off-grid-north for all experiences on this trip.

This trip is a section of our larger trip (New Zealand Off-Grid see p.36 for the complete trip). If you’re traveling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Start Auckland 8:00am & end Wellington 10:00am. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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SOUTH ISLAND OFF-GRID COUNTRY

DAYS

THE DETAILS

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8 NIGHTS

9 INCLUDED MEALS

2 night in a hotel, 2 nights in a Pod hostel & 4 nights in Special Stays

6 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

GROUP SIZE

TRANSPORT Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

20 maximum group size

TEAM An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

#OFFGRIDSOUTH

The one that experiences the South Island like a local, with a heritage discovery of NZ

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Camp Glenorchy Eco-Retreat

Kayak the Marlborough Sounds from Lochmara Lodge @superjay Skydive over the Southern Alps @natalierotili

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

GET OFF -GRID Hyperlocal experiences, unique eco-accommodation & off-grid adventures our new trips are the future of travel.

NORTH ISLAND COOK STRAIT

MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS 2

START

Picton SOUTH ISLAND

WELLINGTON

Kaikoura

MOUNT COOK NATIONAL PARK 1

GLENORCHY 2

Places visited

QUEENSTOWN

PACIFIC OCEAN

END

SPECIAL STAYS

★ Lochmara Lodge, Marlborough Sounds ★ Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat, Glenorchy INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• • • • •

Hand-feed native parakeets and stingrays at Lochmara Underwater observatory tour with marine biologist Awe-inspiring multimedia Dark Sky Reserve experience Stargazing from your lodge at Mount Cook Morning yoga at Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

CHRISTCHURCH

Lake Tekapo

2 Special Stays including an awardwinning Eco Retreat, 19 Free Time Add-Ons & 14 inclusions that’ll take you from the tranquility of the Marlborough Sounds to the thrills of Queenstown.

Nightstops

Special Stay Optional end city Coach Boat

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THE NUMBERS

Take a Kayak Safari exploring Lake Wakatipu Tasman Glacier Explorer, Mt. Cook National Park Hike part of the Routeburn Track, one of the world’s top hiking trails Skydive over the Southern Alps Try the world’s original bungy at Kawarau Bridge

See contiki.com/off-grid-south for all experiences on this trip.

Optional transfer to Christchurch This trip is a section of our larger trip (New Zealand Off-Grid see p.36 for the complete trip). If you’re traveling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Start Wellington 7:00am & end Queenstown 10:00am or Christchurch 5:00pm. We recommend not booking flights prior to 9:00pm out of Christchurch. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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THE NUMBERS

DAYS

THE DETAILS

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COUNTRY

8 NIGHTS 1 night in a hotel, 3 nights in lodges & 4 nights in Pod Hostel

11 INCLUDED MEALS 8 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

4.7 RATING

TRANSPORT Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

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TEAM

GROUP SIZE 45 average group size

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

The one that uncovers the spellbinding scenery of the South Island, on an eye-widening 9-day adventure

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Heli-hiking at Franz Josef Glacier @sara_dukes

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Lake Waikitipu, Queenstown @robert_lib

GOT MORE TIME?

INCLUDED CRUISE OF UNESCO LISTED MILFORD SOUND

We’ve got a longer 10-day version of the ‘Sweet as’ South trip that starts or ends in Wellington.

Milford Sound is famous for its epic towering peaks, rainforests & waterfalls. Our included cruise is the best way to spot seal colonies, penguins & dolphins and get up close to the cascading falls. Courtenay Place, Wellington

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT Places visited 1

Nightstops Optional end city

NORTH

Start/end city

ISLAND

COOK STRAIT

Picton

WELLINGTON

9 days of spellbinding scenery in the South Island with 7 Inclusions, 25 Free Time Add-Ons and a lodge with hot tubs & mountain views.

SOUTH ISLAND

Kaikoura Hokitika

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 2 Haast Pass

Mt. Cook

Wanaka

CHRISTCHURCH

Lake Tekapo

LAKE OHAU

Arrowtown

Milford Sound

Arthur’s Pass

PACIFIC OCEAN

QUEENSTOWN

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FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

★ Lake Ohau Lodge, Lake Ohau INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• Cruise the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Milford Sound • Experience rural NZ country life on a farm visit in Kingston • Experience the awe-inspiring multimedia Dark Sky Project • Central Otago Wine vineyard & Craft Brewery tour, Queenstown FREE TIME ADD-ONS

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Visit the twinkling Te Anau glowworm caves Heli-Hike the Franz Josef Glacier Boat cruise with SUP at Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary Cruise Fiordland National Park on a guided jet boat trip F Take the plunge on a 300m canyon swing, Queenstown See contiki.com/sweetas for all experiences on this trip.

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Single & twin room supplements are available. NSZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Christchurch 5:00pm. NSZAD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Christchurch 4:00pm. Start/end Wellington option is not available on some departures see contiki.com/sweetas for details. Wellington option: 10-day trip starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington. Code: NSHCD (ex: Christchurch) Start 9:00am/End 5:00pm. Code: NSHAD (ex: Wellington) Start 7:00am/End 4:00pm. Single room supplements are available. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

NORTHERN ‘CHOICE’ THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

10 DAYS

9 NIGHTS 5 nights in hotels, 2 nights in lodges, 1 night in a Special Stay, 1 night pod hostel

COUNTRY

12 INCLUDED MEALS 9 breakfasts (B) 3 dinners (D)

4.5 RATING

TRANSPORT Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

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TEAM

GROUP SIZE 45 average group size

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

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Explore Hobbiton, Matamata

BEHIND THE SCENES KIWI CONSERVATION TOUR

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You’ll meet these shy little birds in a special nocturnal enclosure at this hatchery that also incubates and hatches eggs, providing hope for the critically endangered Kiwi icon. Paihia, Bay of Islands @max_homer

Fish & chips, Paihia @sebreivers

Parry Kauri Park

Places visited 1

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

PAIHIA

Nightstops

START

Optional end city

AUCKLAND

Optional start/end city 1

Special Stay

Hobbiton

Route optional for start/ end city

ROTORUA

Huka Falls

TAUPO

MT. RUAPEHU

Experience the best of the North Island with 14 inclusions and 17 Free Time Add-Ons, topped off with 1 night at a heritage-listed lodge at the base of a volcano.

NORTH ISLAND COOK STRAIT

Picton

WELLINGTON

SOUTH ISLAND Kaikoura

END

CHRISTCHURCH

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost(multi-share). Single & twin room supplements are available. NNZAD: Start Auckland 8:00am & end Wellington 10:00am. NNZCD: Start Wellington 6:00pm & end Auckland 3:00pm. Note: Some trips will stay 2 nights in Mt Ruapehu instead of Lake Taupo see contiki.com/choice for more details. Christchurch option: Trip starts or ends at Breakfree Hotel on Cashel, Christchurch. Code: NNHAD (ex: Auckland) Start 8:00am/End 7:00pm. Code: NNHCD (ex: Christchurch) Start 6:30am/End 3:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger

SPECIAL STAYS

★ King’s Hotel, Mt. Ruapehu INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• Visit Hobbiton & take a guided tour of the LOTR set • Experience traditional Māori culture & see a haka • Go behind the scenes on a Kiwi Encounter at Rainbow Springs • Tuck into coffee and cake in one of Wellington’s cafes, with proceeds going towards supporting the homeless FREE TIME ADD-ONS

F Day sailing experience around the Bay of Islands F Multi-sensory ice-cream extravaganza at Giapo Chef’s Table F Bungy jump off the Auckland Harbour Bridge F Zipline, swing & walk through the Rotorua’s native rainforest F Experience the rush of a Huka Falls Jet Boat ride See contiki.com/choice for all experiences on this trip.

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#NZOFFGRID

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

NEW ZEALAND OFF-GRID THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

15 DAYS

14 NIGHTS 4 nights in hotels, 2 nights in Pod hostels & 8 nights in Special Stays

NEW & UNIQUE

COUNTRY

16 INCLUDED MEALS 10 breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) 5 dinners (D)

TRANSPORT Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/NZ-OFF -GRID TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE

GROUP SIZE 20 maximum group size

TEAM An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

The one that lets you experience NZ like a local, for a discovery of heritage sites, nature retreats & surf towns

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Stargaze from your lodge in Mount Cook National Park

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Kayak over the Dart River, Queenstown @robert_lib

4 SPECIAL STAYS IN NATURE From an exclusive stay at a Mãori marae in Rotorua, to an Eco Retreat in Glenorchy & stargazing from your lodge surrounded by native bush, this trip boasts an incredible 4 Special Stays to bring you even closer to New Zealand’s unique beauty & heritage. Hike part of the famous Routeburn Track @superjay

Yonder Plant Based Free Time Add-On Meal, Queenstown

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

START

GET OFF -GRID

AUCKLAND

RAGLAN

Hyperlocal experiences, unique eco-accommodation & off-grid adventures our new trips are the future of travel.

1 2 Kiwi Hatchery

BLUE DUCK STATION

ROTORUA

2 NORTH ISLAND

COOK STRAIT

MARLBOROUGH SOUNDS 2 Picton

WELLINGTON

4 Special Stays nestled in nature, including a Mãori marae and an Eco Retreat, 26 inclusions and 30 Free Time Add-Ons make for an unforgettable & authentic Kiwi experience.

SOUTH ISLAND

Kaikoura

MOUNT COOK NATIONAL PARK

Places visited 1

CHRISTCHURCH

PACIFIC OCEAN

2 2

QUEENSTOWN

END

Nightstops Optional end city

Lake Tekapo

GLENORCHY

Special Stay Coach Boat Optional transfer to Christchurch

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Start Auckland 8:00am & end Queenstown 10:00am or Christchurch 5:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

SPECIAL STAYS

★ ★ ★ ★

Māori marae stay, Rotorua Blue Duck Station, Whanganui National Park Lochmara Lodge, Marlborough Sounds Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat, Glenorchy

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• Discover traditional Māori spirituality and healing practices during your stay on a marae • Go behind the scenes on a Kiwi Encounter at Rainbow Springs • Enjoy a farm-to-table feast at Blue Duck Station • Take an Underwater tour with marine biologist • Awe-inspiring multimedia Dark Sky Reserve experience • Morning yoga at Camp Glenorchy Eco Retreat FREE TIME ADD-ONS

F Surf lesson or SUP at Ngarunui Beach, Raglan F Take a traditional Maori Pounamu (jade) carving lesson F Native rainforest ziplining with breakfast & coffee at dawn F Take a Kayak Safari exploring Lake Wakatipu F Tasman Glacier Explorer, Mt. Cook National Park F Skydive over the Southern Alps See contiki.com/nz-off-grid for all experiences on this trip.

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

KIWIANA PANORAMA THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

16 DAYS

15 NIGHTS 5 nights in hotels, 5 nights in lodges, 4 nights in Pod Hostel & 1 night in a Special Stay

COUNTRY

4.6 RATING

20 INCLUDED MEALS 15 breakfasts (B) 5 dinners (D)

TRANSPORT Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/KIWIANA TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE

GROUP SIZE 45 average group size

TEAM An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

The one that delivers scenery, spas, speedboats & skydiving hotspots for the ultimate 2-week adrenaline rush

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Go for a walk where mountains meet the water’s edge, Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown @robert_lib

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See crashing waterfalls at Thunder Creek Falls, Mt Aspiring National Park

YOUR CHOICE

4 NIGHTS IN QUEENSTOWN FOR ALL THE ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES

It’s your choice – travel from Auckland to Christchurch. Or save if you travel from Christchurch to Auckland.

Queenstown is known as the adventure capital of the world. From bungy to zip-lining, skydiving to heli-hiking, it’s not hard to find an activity to set your pulse racing. Huka Falls Jet boat ride, Taupo @max_homer

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

STUCK FOR TIME?

START

AUCKLAND

We’ve got a shorter 14-day Kiwiana Panorama trip that starts or ends in Queenstown.

TASMAN SEA

Hobbiton

ROTORUA 1

MT. RUAPEHU

2 Huka Falls

TAUPO

1 NORTH ISLAND

COOK STRAIT

Picton

2 weeks across North & South Islands with 14 inclusions and 26 Free Time Add-Ons take you from Ma culture to hobbits and skydiving over epic scenery.

WELLINGTON

SOUTH ISLAND

Kaikoura Hokitika

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 2 Haast Pass Wanaka Milford Sound

Mt. Cook

Arthur’s Pass

LAKE OHAU

TE ANAU

QUEENSTOWN

★ Kings Hotel, Mt Ruapehu INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• Visit Hobbiton & take a guided tour of the LOTR set • Go behind the scenes on a Kiwi Encounter at Rainbow Springs • Visit a seal colony on the Kaikoura coast • Help hand out ‘Heart Parcels’ food to Wellington’s homeless • Experience a traditional Māori cultural performance and hāngi FREE TIME ADD-ONS

CHRISTCHURCH

Lake Tekapo

Arrowtown

SPECIAL STAYS

Places visited 1

END

Nightstops Optional end city

Special Stay Boat

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Single & twin room supplements are available. NPZAD: Start Auckland 8:00am & end Christchurch 4:00pm. NPZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. Some departures will stay 2 nights in Mt Ruapehu instead of Lake Taupo see contiki.com/kiwiana for more details. Queenstown option: 14-day trip starts or ends at the hotel in Queenstown Code: NBZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 8:00am/End 10:00am. Code: NBZCD (ex: Queenstown) Start 5:30pm/End 3:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

F Create your own traditional Māori pounamu (jade) pendant, Franz Josef F Try the world’s original bungy at Kawarau Bridge, Queenstown F Experience the rush of a Huka Falls Jet boat ride F Native rainforest ziplining with breakfast & coffee at dawn F Steam your own food & try weaving at Te Puia Māori Village See contiki.com/kiwiana for all experiences on this trip.

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#THEBIGTIKI

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

THE BIG TIKI THE NUMBERS THE DETAILS

19 DAYS

18 NIGHTS 7 nights in hotels, 5 nights in lodges, 5 nights in Pod Hostel & 1 night in a Special Stay

COUNTRY

4.8 RATING

24 INCLUDED MEALS 18 breakfasts (B) 6 dinners (D)

TRANSPORT Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/TIKI TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE

GROUP SIZE 45 average group size

TEAM An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

The one that unearths the very best of New Zealand, covering both islands in 19 unforgettable days

Take the biggest swing of your life with the Ben Nevis Canyon Swing, Queenstown @mikaela.travels

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Cruise over the UNESCO-listed Milford Sound @divyanshusamant

STUCK FOR TIME?

KING’S SPECIAL STAY MT RUAPEHU

We’ve got a shorter 17-day version of The Big Tiki that starts or ends in Queenstown.

Known as the après-ski capital of the North island, Ohakune is a tranquil town with stupendous views. Relax in the hot tub at your Special Stay ski lodge at the base of Mt. Ruapehu. Giapo Chef’s Table experience, Auckland

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT 2

PAIHIA Parry Kauri Park

Places visited 1

START

Nightstops

Optional end city 1

AUCKLAND

Special Stay

Hobbiton

ROTORUA

Boat

TAUPO MT. RUAPEHU

2 Huka Falls

1 NORTH ISLAND

COOK STRAIT

Picton SOUTH ISLAND

Our biggest classic Kiwi tiki tour over both islands, with 21 inclusions & a whopping 40 Free Time Add-Ons showcasing a huge selection of culture, nature & activities NZ has to offer.

WELLINGTON Kaikoura

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER 2 Haast Pass

Mt. Cook

Wanaka

Hokitika Arthur’s Pass

1 Lake Tekapo

Arrowtown

Milford Sound

CHRISTCHURCH

LAKE OHAU END

QUEENSTOWN

TE ANAU

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Single & twin room supplements are available. NGZAD: Start Auckland 8:00am & end Christchurch 4:00pm. NGZCD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm. Some departures will stay 2 nights in Mt Ruapehu instead of Lake Taupo see contiki.com/tiki. Queenstown option: 17-day trip starts or ends at The Queenstown Hotel, Queenstown. Code: NDZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 8:00am/End 10:00am. Code: NDZCD (ex: Queenstown) Start 5:30pm/End 3:00pm. Single room supplements are available. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

SPECIAL STAYS

★ Kings Hotel, Mt Ruapehu INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• E xperience a traditional Māori cultural performance and hāngi • Visit Hobbiton & take a guided tour of the LOTR set • See (and smell) Rotorua’s bubbling geothermic mud pools • Tuck into Kiwiana fish’n’chips overlooking the Bay of Islands • Cruise the waters of UNESCO-listed Milford Sound FREE TIME ADD-ONS

F Glide through the waves on a parasailing experience in Paihia F Take a leap over Taupo with a tandem skydive F Multi-sensory ice cream extravaganza at Giapo Chef’s Table F Go white water rafting down the crashing Kaituna River F Boat cruise with SUP at Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary See contiki.com/tiki for all experiences on this trip.

SHORT TRIPS & F E S T I VA L S WEEKENDERS & MORE

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THE DETAILS

COUNTRY

DAYS

2 NIGHTS IN HOTELS

3 INCLUDED MEALS

2 nights lodge accommodation

2 breakfasts (B) 1 dinner (D)

VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/JAFFAS TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE

4.5 RATING

TEAM

GROUP SIZE

TRANSPORT

45 average group size

Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

Parry Kauri Park

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Jade Forsyth on Sail the Bay of Islands, Paihia

Explore the lush whangarei falls

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

Spot dolphins while sailing the Bay of Islands, Pahia

This 3-day dive into living like a local in the Bay of Islands comes with 4 essential inclusions and 5 Free Time Add-Ons to tailor your experience with beach activities and day trips.

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• • • •

See the City of Sails harbour made famous by the Americas Cup Get a dose of history with a guided tour of the Waitangi Treaty Grounds Tour See the beautiful Whangarei Falls Tuck into Kiwiana fish’n’chips overlooking the Bay of Islands

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

F F F

PAIHIA

Parry Kauri Park

Sail through the beautiful Bay of Islands Glide through the waves on a parasailing experience in Paihia Take a day trip to Cape Reinga at the very top of New Zealand Take an ocean cruise to discover the spectacular scenery of the Bay

See contiki.com/jaffas for all experiences on this trip.

Places visited 1

Parasailing, Paihia

AUCKLAND

Nightstops Start/end city TASMAN SEA

If you’re travelling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Single & twin room supplements are available. Start Auckland 8:00am & end Auckland 6:00pm. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. NORTH ISLAND

#JAFFASNJANDALS

The one that brings you to the Bay of Islands for a feast of culture, kayaking & beachside beauty

The best way to get a taste of New Zealand & knock out the very north of the island. I only wish it was longer!

SHORT TRIPS

THE NUMBERS

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#RHYTHMALPS

FESTIVALS

RHYTHM & ALPS 1

THE NUMBERS

COUNTRY

DAYS

THE DETAILS

6 NIGHTS IN HOTELS 3 nights in Pod Hostel, 3 nights luxury camping

8 INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI.COM/RHY THM- ALPS TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE

4.8 RATING

TEAM

GROUP SIZE

TRANSPORT

45 average group size.

Air-conditioned coach with charging points & WiFi

An experienced Trip Manager & Driver team

The one that sees in the New Year in style, with alpine views & VIP festival fun NEW YEARS EVE The best trip I think you could do if you love partying & having a good time.

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Your New Years Eve has never been so sorted! Epic DJs and bands? Check. Killer festival site? Check. A New Years to remember with a bunch of excellent new amigos? ohh yeah. Check out contiki.com/rhythm-and-alps for all the details, like everything that’s included with Contiki & the full R&A lineup.

Lake Wanaka @taylorbrandon Rhythm & Alps VIP festival experience, Wanaka @samcaslick

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

RHYTHM & ALPS (4 DAYS)

What’s better than NYE in the adventure capital of the world? Try a 2-day music festival pass with VIP access, luxe teepee camping and 14 adrenalin-fuelled Free Time Add-Ons to boot.

Looking for a South Island mini break with 100% festival magic? This 4 day version of our Rhythm & Alps trip gives you the festival access only with all the same perks: a VIP festival pass, glamping and a New Year to remember.

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

F F F F

Nightstops Start/end city

QUEENSTOWN

2-day Pass to Rhythm & Alps Festival VIP Festival Pass with access to VIP bar & viewing area Welcome BBQ dinner at Wanaka’s Cardrona Hotel Private Showcase Performance from Festival artist Visit the world’s first commercial Bungy Jump at Kawarau Bridge

SOUTH

INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• • • • •

ISLAND

WANAKA Milford Sound

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

★ Luxury camping in teepees at Rhythm & Alps festival ★ Jucy Snooze, Queenstown

Milford Sound highlight optional Optional extension route

F F

Drift over Lake Wanaka on a boat cruise with lunch Take an adventure thrill ride on the Shotover Jet Max your adrenalin on the AJ Hackett Nevis catapult Take your happy hour sub-zero at Queenstown’s Ice Bar Central Otago Wine vineyard & Craft Brewery tour, Queenstown Take an exhilarating jet boat then kayak over the Dart River with Funyaks

See contiki.com/rhythm-alps for all experiences on this trip. If you’re traveling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). 7 day: Start Queenstown 12:00pm & end Queenstown 10:00am. 4 day: Start Queenstown 1:00pm & end Queenstown 3:00pm. Note: Price above includes Festival ticket price. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger.

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HIT THE SLOPES, THE REMARKABLES, QUEESNTOWN

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SKI & SNOWBOARD

SKI QUEENSTOWN Hit the slopes in the adventure capital of New Zealand. Create epic memories amongst the snow-capped mountains by day, coupled with bustling après-ski nightlife, NZ style.

The one that’s adrenaline-laced, ideal for those with a thirst for adventure on our Ultimate NZ ski trip

Ben Nevis Catapult and Skyswing, Queenstown

Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown

Queenstown ski fields - Cardrona

HIT THE SNOW IN QUEENSTOWN WHERE YOU’LL BE There’s no place like this thriving town in the winter! Regardless of being a beginner or advanced skier, Contiki will take you on a journey designed for the adventurer within. Connect with an epic crew and explore this trendy tourist hotspot offering a diverse array of activities. From adrenaline-packed experiences on or off the slopes to the uber-cool nightlife, surrounded by magnificent lakes and mountains – Queenstown has something for everyone. Allow us to help you maximise your 7 days in this beautiful

haven both on and off the mountain…hassle free! OUR TEAM The knowledge and expertise of our team is what makes the real difference, so we offer our expert Contiki Ski Rep to enhance your experience. CULINARY DELIGHTS & NIGHTLIFE Another benefit of travelling with us is we know the local spots! We include dinner at ‘Winnies’ famous pub. For your Free Time Add-Ons we suggest the option of dinner at Skyline Restaurant to take in some unbeatable views

of Lake Wakatipu and town. For those who are keen, we’ll show you other great eats like Fergburger and some of Queentown’s coolest bars to end off the night. SKI ESSENTIALS – GEAR & HIRE Don’t buy expensive new gear before you go – we’ll kit you out with hire gear when you arrive. Need lessons? At ski school, instructors will teach you the techniques to get you up on the slopes, or for the more experienced, teach you ways to improve your know-how.

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WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

• • • • • •

4-day ski passes Experience all three of Queenstown’s local ski fields Daily transfers up & down the mountain Centrally located accommodation Loads of Free Time activities on offer Plenty of time to experience Queenstown’s epic après-ski scene

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

F F F F F F F F F

A thrilling jetboat ride through the gorge Meal at Skyline Restaurant Take a leap at ‘the home of bungy’ Skyswing at The Ledge or Nevis Tandem skydive over Lake Wakatipu Canyon swing the Shotover River Full day excursion into Milford Sound Ziptrek flying fox experience Chill in the Below Zero Ice bar

See contiki.com/nzski for all experiences on this trip.

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THE DETAILS

COUNTRY

DAYS

6 NIGHTS 6 nights in Pod Hostel

8 INCLUDED MEALS 6 breakfasts (B) 2 dinners (D)

VISIT YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR C ONTIKI.C OM/NZSKI TO SEE PRICES, DATES & THE BEST DEALS AVAILABLE

TEAM

GROUP SIZE

TRANSPORT 4-day ski lift passes & transfers (transfers to & from Queenstown airport on arrival day/departure day are not included)

25 average group size.

Our expert Contiki Ski Rep

Shotover Jet, Queenstown @superjay

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Queenstown ski fields - Cardrona @princess_jemjem

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT Experience NZ’s adventure capital with 4 days of access to world-class slopes combined with central accommodation and 8 Free Time Add-Ons that bring you all the thrills of Queenstown.

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

★ Jucy Snooze, Queenstown INCLUDED EXPERIENCES

•

4 Day Ski Lift Pass plus Transfer to the Slopes

FREE TIME ADD-ONS

F F F F F

Take an splashy adventure thrill ride on Queenstown’s Shotover Jet Take an exhilarating jet boat then kayak over the Dart River with Funyaks Take the swing of your life on the 300m Nevis Swing Get your adrenalin pumping with AJ Hackett’s Ledge Swing Take the plunge at the world’s original bungy at Kawarau Bridge

See contiki.com/nzski for all experiences on this trip.

‘The home of bungy’, Kawarau Bridge, Queenstown

If you’re traveling solo, we can pair you with a same sex room-mate at no extra cost (multi-share). Single & twin room supplements are available. Start Queenstown 5:00pm & end Queenstown 10:00am. For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki. com/staylonger.

#ULTIMATENZSKI

The one that hits the slopes for a high-octane week, framed by spectacular South Island scenery

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SUMMARY BOOKING CONDITIONS

Very Important: The information below is a summary of the booking conditions as at the date of the production of this brochure and are for guidance only. The ‘Full Booking Conditions’ can be found on our website contiki.com/booking-conditions and form the legal agreement between us and you as our guest. If there is any conflict between the information below and the Full Booking Conditions, the Full Booking Conditions shall prevail. Booking Conditions are regularly updated and may have changed since this brochure was printed.

SUMMARY BOOKING AND CANCELLATION TERMS All destinations excluding Africa & Special Trips Trip deposit due per person Special Deposit Final Payment Due (before trip starts)

Africa & Special Trips*

Detour

R1000

N/A

Special events and activities may incur additional non-refundable deposits

N/A

Air Tickets

Extra Accommodation

Transfers

No additional deposit required

N/A

As per airline policy. Full payment may be required at time of booking which may be non-refundable.

In accordance with main trip

(either before/after trip or included within trip) As per airline policy. Full payment may be required at time of booking which may be non-refundable.

45 days

30 days

45 days and over

Transfer your deposit to another trip for free with FlexDeposit

R175 plus airline charges

N/A

44 – 31 days

25% of trip price

50% of trip price

Transfer your deposit to another trip for free with FlexDeposit Transfer your deposit to another trip for free with FlexDeposit

R175 plus airline charges

N/A

30 - 22 days

25% of trip price

75% of trip price

100% of trip price

R175 plus airline charges

N/A

21 – 16 days

50% of trip price

75% of trip price

100% of trip price

R175 plus airline charges

N/A

15 - 8 days

50% of trip price

100% of trip price

R175 plus airline charges

100%

CANCELLATION FEES

7 - 1 days

75% of trip price

100% of trip price

R175 plus airline charges

100%

Departure Day/No show

100% of trip price

R175 plus airline charges

100%

During trip

100% of trip price

R175 plus airline charges

100%

* Special Trips include (but not limited to): Gorilla Trek, Inca Trail Trek, Okavango Delta Music Festival, Rio Carnival. We offer Gold Seal Protection which may reduce your cancellation fees, please see Important Information contiki.com/gold-seal for details of the Gold Seal Protection. YOUR HOLIDAY BOOKING For the purposes of this document reference to “you” or “your” includes all guests in the party. Trafalgar Tours Pty Ltd is the ‘Sales Company’. The ‘Operator’ for the trips will be as described in the table below. Collectively these companies are referred to as ‘Contiki’. Destination

Operator

Europe & Northern Africa

Contiki Holidays Limited

Britain & Ireland

Asia

Contiki Travel UK Ltd Springbok Atlas Tours and Safaris (Pty) Ltd Contiki Holidays Asia Ltd

USA & Canada

Contiki US Holdings Inc

Southern & Eastern Africa

South America, Mexico, Costa Rica

Contiki Holidays Latin America Ltd Contiki Holidays (Aus) Pty Ltd & Australia & New Zealand Travel Corporation NZ Limited

Security: 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. You must accept these risks involved in travel to any country that may experience security difficulties and accept responsibility for your own travel decisions. Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is required for all guests covering all applicable dates of travel with Contiki. This insurance should cover; trip interruption, personal injury, medical expenses, evacuation and repatriation cover including during pandemic events. The choice of insurer is yours. The availability of travel insurance and extent of cover is constantly changing, please refer to our website contiki.com for most up to date information or talk to your reservation agent. Contiki may receive a commission for introducing you to a travel insurance provider. Contiki cannot be held responsible for your failure to obtain insurance which is appropriate and we recommend you purchase your insurance at or soon after booking your trip. Contiki will not be held liable for any costs incurred by the guest resulting from their failure to obtain adequate travel insurance. COVID-19: An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. Contiki may require proof of vaccination or negative COVID tests, with the situation changing rapidly please refer to contiki.com for current requirements. COVID-19 requirements vary from country to country and region to region and you may be required to provide evidence of vaccination, negative COVID test or COVID antibody test. Airlines and other transport providers may also have separate requirements. It is your responsibility to ensure that you comply at all

times with these requirements. No refunds will be given if you are unable to undertake some or all of your holiday due to your failure to comply with these requirements. You will be responsible for any resulting additional costs including travel and accommodation. We ask that you please take personal responsibility for your wellbeing. This begins with packing any personal protective equipment and sanitisers you require. Please adopt physical distancing and hygiene practices throughout your pre-trip travel arrangements and follow all health instructions whether physical signage, or requests from our professional staff, once you are holidaying with us. To travel with Contiki, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. Full details of hygiene protocols can be found on our website. Force Majeure: Force Majeure Event means any event or circumstance beyond the control of Contiki, including but not limited to: (a) an act of god (such as earthquake, flood, fire, explosion, landslide, lightning, action of the elements, force of nature, washout, typhoon, hurricane, cyclone, tsunami, storm or storm warning or natural disaster); (b) industrial disputes, work ban or other labour dispute or difficulty; (c) acts of terrorism, political unrest, war or threat of war, riots or civil strife; (d) failure or delays to scheduled transportation and the closure of airports or ports; (e) pandemic, epidemic or health risk; (f) governmental and administrative actions (including closure of borders and travel warnings and restrictions). RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS Your trip will be confirmed after receipt of a nonrefundable deposit as detailed in the Summary Booking and Cancellation Terms table. Air-inclusive bookings may require an additional nonrefundable deposit or payment in full at the time of booking, see Air Arrangements section below. Final payment for your trip reservation will be due prior to departure no later than as detailed in the Summary Booking and Cancellation Terms table. BOOKING CHANGES Name Changes: Contiki does not charge for name changes or name corrections, however where third party costs are incurred these will be passed on to the guest. Other Booking Changes: Contiki does not charge for minor booking changes however where third party costs are incurred these will be passed on to the guest. A change of trip date or itinerary after final payment is due (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table)

Contiki is a member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation (TTC) & is renowned & trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability & financial stability.

will be treated as a cancellation. CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS Cancellation by Traveller: Travel arrangements for any member of the party may be cancelled at any time by written notice by the person who made the booking. If notice of cancellation is received by Contiki before final payment is due (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table), the deposit will be retained. If cancellation is made after final payment is due cancellation fees will apply (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table). Please also refer to Air Cancellation Section where applicable. All cancellations fees as per the Summary Booking and Cancellation table are additional to any cancellation fees or other charges that may be levied by your Travel Agent. Cancellation by Contiki : Contiki reserves the right, to modify or cancel any trip, accommodation, in-destination activity or arrangement at any time. Cancellation due to Failure to Pay If full payment is not received by the due date (see Summary Booking and Cancellation table), Contiki has the right to cancel your reservation and no refund will be made . Contiki will not be responsible for lost reservations. Cancellation due to Force Majeure Events If Contiki cancels a trip as a result of a Force Majeure Event, a future travel credit (FTC) to the value of funds paid to date less any third-party costs incurred will be provided. All FTCs will be valid for 24 months from date of issue. Where a trip is terminated mid-trip due to a Force Majeure event, if we provide you with any alternative services or assistance (such as hotels or travel) then you agree to pay for these costs. Cancellation due to Events other than Force Majeure Events If the cancellation by Contiki is not as a result of a Force Majeure Event, Contiki will provide an alternative comparable trip (if available) if an alternative is not available then a refund will be made. Contiki is not liable for any cancellation or change cost or penalties incurred on other travel arrangements, including air travel, that may be affected thereby. Contiki is not responsible for other travel arrangements that you or your party have made outside Contiki and which are affected by our cancellations.

FLIGHT RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS AND CANCELLATIONS Reservations & Ticketing: Air-inclusive bookings and some intra-trip flights require an additional non-refundable deposit or full payment may be required for your airfare at the time of booking. On receipt of full air payment your airfare, taxes and fuel surcharges are final. Contiki does not hold an allocation of air seats and all flight reservations are made on request and are subject to the terms and conditions of the airline. Changes to flight itineraries and name changes and/ or corrections may either not be allowed or may result in penalties charged by the airline. These are the guest’s responsibility along with the fees charged as described above. Air Changes or Cancellation: After deposit has been received any changes, including cancellations incur a service fee, plus any airline penalties. Airline imposed penalties may be up to 100% of the air ticket price. Published Fares, Priced Match Fares, Promo Fares and some other airfares booked are non-refundable. Not showing up for your outbound flight as booked and ticketed will be considered a no-show, and all the connecting flights associated with this one, even a return flight will be cancelled and no refund will apply. SALES COMPANY We recommend that you review information provided by the South African Department of International Relations and Co-operation prior to making your booking by visiting their website www.dirco.gov.za for the latest information. We strongly recommend that you familiarize yourself with the latest Government Consular advice and information regarding the country you intend to visit. It is advised that you register your details prior to departure on the Registration of South Africans Abroad website www.ROSA.gov.za Trafalgar Tours Pty Ltd, 3rd Floor, The Travel House, 4-6 Hood Street, Rosebank, 2196 S.A. reservationssa@ttc.com Telephone Numbers: (011) 280 8400 Postal address: PO Box 413786, Craighall 2024, S.A. The Contiki group of companies has Marketing/ Sales/Administrative offices/agents in: Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Guernsey, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and the USA

GOT A QUESTION? Travel can be complicated, & we know you may have all sorts of burning questions about visas, luggage, accommodation, or whether you should pack boots/an ironing board/your dog. But don’t panic: we’re here to answer your most common queries. Can’t see what you’re looking for? Head to contiki.com/faq or just give us a ring.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

IS TRANSPORT INCLUDED? You’ll need to get yourself to your start destination & back home again at the end, but for the duration of your trip all transport is included, whether air-conditioned coaches, trains, cruises, ferries or speedy internal flights. You can find all the deets in your trip itinerary. With the exception of a few unguided departures, your trip will be led by one of our awesome, highly trained Trip Managers, guiding you from destination to destination. IS ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED? Yep! Wherever you go, we’re talking comfy, conveniently located hotels, fun hostels with awesome amenities, & our unique Special Stays. These are a mixture of Contiki’s own properties such as a French Chateâu or an Austrian chalet Haus Schöneck. As well as incredible partner properties such as a surf lodge in Portugal, a Riad in Marrakech, Luxury Glamping in the USA, Amazon Jungle eco-lodges or Jungle Tree Houses in Thailand. Sound good? We thought so. In Africa we’ve got safari lodges & luxe safari tents, whilst on our island hopping adventures you’ll be sleeping aboard cruise boats in Greece, sailboats in Croatia & traditional boats in Turkey & Vietnam. IS THERE WIFI? Yup! Don’t stress about keeping connected to all your friends & family from afar; almost all accommodation Contiki stays at offers free WiFi, so you can gram/snap/chat to your heart’s content, except where unplugging is half the fun. WHO RUNS THE TRIP? Unless you’re on an explorer trip or itinerary extension, your trip will be conducted in English by one of our awesome Trip Managers! IS FOOD INCLUDED? Breakfasts are included on most trips, as well as a handful of lunches & dinners to give you a flavour of a destination. For all other meals, we like to give you the freedom to explore the local culture & cuisine, & go on your own foodie safari. There’s also delicious foodie Free Time Add-Ons to sink your teeth into. DO YOU SORT TRANSFERS? Transfers between airports, hotels, railway stations & piers are occasionally included check your itinerary! HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? There’s limited space on board our coaches, & we want you all to be as comfy as possible, so make sure you don’t lug too much luggage around. You’ll be able to store your main luggage in the storage compartment, then you’re also allowed one piece of carry-on luggage. This must be taken on & off the coach by you each day of the trip. See contiki.com/faq for specific dimensions.

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FLEXDEPOSIT & CHANGE

WHAT IS FLEXDEPOSIT? If you cancel before 45 days prior to the trip departure date, the deposit can be credited to the cost of another Contiki trip, which is not less than 7 days duration, subject to the following conditions: a) the deposit may be gifted within 5 years of the cancellation date of the original booking; b) multiple deposits (because of back to back trips) cannot be combined & only one deposit can be credited per trip; c) multiple trips may be booked using multiple deposits; d) the reservation must be made & completed before the traveller attains 36 years of age (Contiki’s upper traveller age limit); e) FlexDeposit does not apply to any existing bookings, has no cash value & is non-refundable. A FlexDeposit benefit may be: a) gifted to family or friends, via an email confirmation to Contiki stating the donee’s name b) transferred for use with one of our sister brands (see ttc.com/brands) & must be applied to the reservation of a trip, within 5 calendar years of the cancellation date of the original booking. FlexDeposit does not include trips in Special Deposits, deposits for airline tickets (whether included as part of or additional to the trip) or deposits for Third Party Travel Products & excludes any funds that have been refunded to you. DO I HAVE TO PAY IF I CHANGE MY TRIP? Even if your travel plans change, you’ll never miss out or be charged fees for changing your booking before you pay your final balance, if you want to change the dates of your trip, swap onto another trip or even change your trip for a different region entirely, that’s all possible, without incurring fees.

DISCOUNTS, SAVINGS & PROMOTIONS

There are heaps of discounts & deals available. All the details, terms & conditions are available contiki.com/deals

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS MYCONTIKI

WHAT’S MYCONTIKI? This is our platform to get all the info we need from you & give you all the info you’d like from us. We need you to register for your trip at my.contiki.com. This only takes a few minutes & means we’ll have: • Your personal details, including your email address & phone number. • Your emergency contact info & travel insurance details, just in case we need it. • Your dietary, medical or other special requirements you may have. • Your completed Travel Health Declaration before departure. Provided full payment has been received on time & registration is completed, travel documents will be available to download no later than 21 days prior to travel, as we don’t print these (save the trees!). You’ll also find out where your Contiki trip will start & exactly what accommodation you’ll be staying in – plus the answers to a host of other FAQs.

exit of countries, you must check with your Travel Agent or local consular services. It’s up to you to ensure you have all the right documents with you when you travel. Contiki bears no responsibility for such information & will not be responsible for advising &/or obtaining required travel documentation for any guest, or for any delays, damages, &/or losses including missed portions of your holiday related to improper documentation or government decisions about entry.

GOLD SEAL PROTECTION

Contiki’s Gold Seal Protection (GSP) plan costs only R590 per person (payable with your deposit only & is non-refundable) & includes: PRE-DEPARTURE CANCELLATION Cancellation by you for any reason without penalty prior to 30 days from the start date of your trip, either: i) if no Force Majeure Event has occurred when you cancel, the value of your Contiki Trip Pre-payment will be refunded; or ii) if a Force Majeure Event has occurred causing you to cancel, the Contiki Trip Prepayment will be converted to a Future Travel Credit (FTC) of the same value. The FTC must be used for a Contiki trip or a trip on one of our Travel Corporation sister brands which departs within 24 months of your cancellation & no part of it can be redeemed for cash. If the price of the new trip is higher than the FTC, you will be responsible for the additional cost. If the price of the new trip is lower than the FTC, Contiki will provide an FTC for the difference. For the purposes of this clause, Contiki Trip Pre-payment means all funds received by Contiki in respect of the land component of a trip excluding funds for: a) additional hotel nights not booked through Contiki; b) airline tickets (whether included as part of or additional to the trip); c) Third Party Travel Products; d) the GSP cost; e) any related cancellation or rebooking costs; & f) any cancellation costs & fees imposed by your travel agent. ON YOUR TRIP Should you, or someone in your booking, leave at any time during the trip for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to South Africa due to injury, illness or death of an Immediate Family Member, you & the person in your booking will be refunded up to R750 per person per day for the unused portion of the itinerary (in some cases hotels require a onenight cancellation fee). A medical certificate in relation to your Immediate Family Member is required. If you or an Immediate Family Member in South Africa 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 booking class of air travel on the first available flight, provided you hold round-trip tickets on Contiki’s recommended airline(s) booked through Contiki from South Africa. A medical certificate issued during the course of your trip in relation to you or your Immediate Family Member is required. Backdated certificates will not be accepted. For the purposes of this clause, Immediate Family Member means a parent, spouse or partner, sibling or child.

048 049 AGE RESTRICTIONS Travellers must be aged between 18 & 35 inclusive at the commencement of your trip to travel with Contiki. Our trips are designed for this age group, so please bear that in mind when you book. On some experiences as part of your trip you may be joined by other travellers who are not in the 18-35 age group. Countries have different age limits for the consumption of alcohol & other activities. You must ensure you satisfy the age limits before participating in any activity with age limits (such as the consumption of alcohol) & you release us from all liability & claims arising from your inability to participate in such activities. HEALTH, REDUCED MOBILITY, MEDICAL CONDITIONS, DISABILITIES & ASSISTANCE WHEN TRAVELLING If you suffer from reduced mobility or have any other disability or medical condition which may affect your holiday arrangements, you must provide us with full details before booking. We don’t provide personal devices & can’t guarantee disabled access in all cities. If you have any concerns about mobility or a disability, give us a call & one of our team would be delighted to answer any questions you have. SPECIAL REQUESTS If you have any dietary requests, allergies or any other special request, please advise us at the time of booking. Although we will endeavour to pass any reasonable requests on to the relevant supplier, this is not confirmation that all requests will be met. It’s your responsibility to double check & reconfirm any requirements with all holiday suppliers. WHAT IS A KICK-START MEETING? Every trip has a kick-start meeting, hosted by the Trip Manager, which happens either the night before the trip is due to start or in the evening of the first day of the trip . The kickstart meeting is where you will meet some of your group for the first time, as well as your Trip Manager. In this meeting, your Trip Manager will give you an overview of how things work on Contiki, a health & safety briefing, as well as take all necessary information/documentation they may need from you.

BOOKING SECURITY

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

PHOTOGRAPHY

PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITS Photos courtesy of © Panapetite Photography, p.8 Festival p. 14 Festival p.22 Sign p.25 Festival, p.44 Festival. Photos courtesy of © Ngaitahu Tourism, New Zealand p.35 Kiwi Bird. All images were taken prior to the outbreak of Coronavirus. We encourage everyone to wear the appropriate protection in line with local government guidance.

FAQ

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED

Flights to your start destination & back home again, serious bits like travel insurance & any visas you might need, fun stuff like drinks in the club, ubers from the club, tips, those sneaky tipples you took from the mini bar - all this kind of stuff is on you. WHAT ARE FREE TIME ADD-ONS? Your trip will come with a bunch of awesome included experiences, but our Free Time Add-Ons are the experiences we’ve picked that we think will take your trip to a whole new level. The experiences are built around activities or topics we know you love, so think food, adventure, exploration, history, culture, fashion, music - you name it. But it’s up to you if you want to do them - travel exactly how you like to. IS TIPPING COMPULSORY? Some tips are included for services on trip, however tips/gratuities for your Coach Driver, Trip Manager & Local Guides are not. If you feel like they’ve done a good job, then it’s polite to tip them, but it’s never mandatory. WHAT IF I LEAVE THE TRIP EARLY? Just as we don’t cover your flights to or from the trip, we don’t cover the cost of getting home, even if you leave the trip early, due to bad behaviour, illness, or any other reason. IS SKI OR SNOWBOARD HIRE INCLUDED? Ski & snowboard hire along with lessons are not included in Ski trips but we can happily

PASSPORTS, VISAS & OTHER ENTRY & EXIT REQUIREMENTS

WHAT PASSPORT DO I NEED? All guests must be in possession of a machinereadable passport valid for 6 months after their trip return date along with applicable visas. Due to government imposed security/ immigration measures, passport & emergency contact information is required for all guests prior to the release of travel documents. WILL I NEED A VISA? Because the details change so much depending on what country you’re from & what country or countries you’re travelling to - we can’t tell you which Visas, Electronic Travel Authorisations (ETAs), affidavits or immunisations you’ll need. In some countries you may be subject to entry (reciprocity) fees &/or departure taxes/exit fees which will becollected at the airports upon entry/ departure by local government authorities. We do definitely recommend getting any visas you need before you travel, as it’s not always possible or quick to get them at the borders. For all the latest info on the travel docs, visas, requirements & fees associated with entry &

GENERAL INFORMATION & CONDITIONS

MINIMUM NUMBERS Some trips are based on a minimum number of persons travelling. If a trip fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled.

BOOKING WITH A TRAVEL AGENT If you book your holiday through a travel agent then you acknowledge & agree that for your booking to be confirmed & maintained, we must have received all payments from your travel agent as detailed in the Summary Booking & Cancellation Terms. You also agree that your travel agent is independent of Contiki & our control; & that unless expressly authorised by us in writing, we are not bound by or liable for anything affecting us that the agent may or may not do.

OVERLAPPING/MODULAR TRIPS To offer our travellers more flexibility around when they start & how long they travel for, some of our trips are sections (or modules) of larger itineraries. This means that some of them overlap – for example, some of your group may have already been travelling before you join them, & may continue travelling after your adventure has come to an end.

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