Contiki Asia eBrochure 2011-12 (USD)

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BEIJING

XI’AN

SHANGHAI

YANGSHUO HONG KONG

GREAT WALL OF CHINA

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Burma

Malaysia

Thailand

Cambodia

Vietnam

Laos

THAILAND

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CAMBODIA

VIETNAM

DA NANG

HALONG BAY

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HOI AN

HO CHI MINH CITY

MEKONG DELTA

PAKBENG

BANGKOK

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CHIANG MAI

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LUANGPRABANG

KRABIPHUKET

KOH PHI PHI

KOH SAMUIKOH PHA NGAN

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Meet ContikiExperience AsiaIt’s your AsiaMeet the team, where you stay & how you travel Food in Asia Contiki Loves... Includes more Explore more Compare Contiki Savings & Deals Contiki onlineVietnam Highlights 10 days from US$965Vietnam Experience 12 days from US$1159Asian Adventure 14 days from US$1595Big Indochina Adventure 25 days from US$3075Introducing Thai Islands NEW Thai Island Hopper (West) 9 days from US$869 Thai Island Hopper (East) 9 days from US$735 Introducing China NEW China Adventure 12 days from US$2515 Got a question?Booking conditionsHow to book

Life changing experiences from US$82 per day. NOTE: Prices above do not include compulsory local payments. For local payments please see individual tour pages.

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For us, traveling is all about discovering amazing places with a bunch of like-minded people & having a great time doing it. Our aim? To make your trip a life changing adventure. A trip where you discover awe-inspiring places & make life-long friends. A trip filled with mind-blowing experiences & unforgettable memories. A trip packed full of authentic local culture, cool places & great people. A trip that really will change your view on the world.

We’re the original travel company for 18-35s - we’ve been traveling the world with people like you since ‘62. While other companies have come & gone over the years, the legendary Contiki experience lives on - we’re all travelers who are as passionate about seeing the world as you are. We want to make the world a better place by bringing people together from around the globe. We’re also committed to sustainable tourism, whether it’s supporting local communities in the places we visit, protecting the world’s oceans or the paper that this brochure is printed on. See p.11 for more.

Whether you’re a seasoned explorer or a first timer, with a group or going solo (about half our travelers are) one thing’s for certain - our know-how means you will experience more with less hassle. We include plenty of extras from amazing accommodation & authentic local food, to sights, fantastic optional activities & great tour guides. We’ll fast track you to all the best bits of Asia - all you need to do to share the good times is get in touch with us or your travel agent.

There’s a whole wide world to explore. Come see it with us.

Contiki Asia\Meet\

3new toursChina & Thai islands

Meet us & other Contiki travelers online:contiki.com/communityfacebook.com/contikitwitter.com/contiki_usyoutube.com/contikiflickr.com/contikivacationsblog.contiki.com

Learn to cook like the locals in Thailand\see Angkor Wat at sunrise\watch the sun set over Halong Bay\swim in the clear waters on Nha Trang\float down the mighty Mekong\take a bike ride through the Vietnamese countryside\visit the night markets in Bangkok\experience a Full Moon Party on Koh Pha Ngan\check out the Hong Kong skyline\walk along the Great Wall of China\& many more…

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Diverse Culture\

Experience Asia\Cool Nightlife\

Rich History\

Great People\ Amazing Food\

You only know when you go...We travel for the moments. Some moments are awe inspiring - they make your jaw drop, your eyes widen and your heart beat faster. Like the first time you see Angkor Wat at sunrise, or seeing the locals selling local produce down the mighty Mekong. Others are a little more low-key, like learning your first sayings from the locals in Thailand, or gazing down the endless Great Wall of China. It’s the diversity that makes Asia special - the rich local cultures, the amazing variations of food. It’s about widening your perspective and experiencing new cultures that have a profound impact on your life. And ok, maybe it’s a little bit about the bragging rights back home as well...

See contiki.com/asia

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Experience Asia\ Go Contiki\

Contiki & UNESCO’s World Heritage sitesMost Contiki Asia tours visit World Heritage sites, so look for the World Heritage symbol on the tour pages or find out more at:

contiki.com/worldheritagelist

More free time\

Asia your way\

The real Asia\

It’s all about you\

Amazing places

Do more for less\

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

No matter what kind of Asian vacation or experience you’re after, there’s a Contiki adventure with your name on it. With 7 great tours across 5 countries to choose from there’s always going to be one to suit.

From our Tour Managers to our customer service teams, everyone at Contiki has one single focus - to make your Contiki trip the experience of a lifetime. We’re all passionate travelers who live & breathe travel, so we know how to bring it to life for you. We like it local, so we buddy up with English-speaking Local Guides. These professional Guides complement our Tour Managers perfectly with their in-depth knowledge of specific destinations, often their home. Meaning you’ll discover even more.

Whether it’s getting a look at Vietnam’s war-time past, visiting the Forbidden City in Beijing or exclusive activities like a private boat cruise down the Mekong traveling with Contiki in Asia means you are guaranteed to get more included in your trip. Asia is an amazing place, with so many different cultures, experiences & places to see, so we make sure you get to see more of the best bits at no extra cost. We also save you time & money - time because we take the hassle out of getting around Asia (like including flights so you get to where you need to get, faster) & money because our experience means we can get preferential deals. You will be hard pressed to do all that we do for less - take a look at p.14 to see what we include & check our great deals on p.15.

We all travel for different reasons, so even with all that we plan we still make sure there’s plenty of “you time”. Whether you use it to explore for yourself or just to relax, you get free time every day. If you are looking for some inspirational things to do, we’ve a range of Optional Activities to help you get the most out of your trip. See p.13 for more info.

Wherever you travel, you want to get the local experience.It may be buying goods off the locals on a floating boat down the Mekong, giving alm offerings to Monks, or having a blast with the locals after dark on Koh Phi Phi - we help you get under the skin of the countries we visit in Asia. Our team spend most of their lives traveling in Asia so we are perfectly placed to give you access to real, local experiences.

On our Asia trips you’ll have some great places to stay, it’s what makes traveling with us so different - with Contiki it’s almost all hotel accommodation. They’re comfy & more importantly they’re right where the actions at, so there’s more time to spend exploring the places you visit. We’ve mixed it up with some truly unique spectacular Special Stays too, like a night on a traditional Junk boat in Halong Bay (left) & guest houses in Pakbeng & the Mekong Delta so you can go deep & experience the local way of life. See p.8 for more.

It’s your Asia\

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It’s Asia’s diversity, culture & people that make it exceptional & Contiki is no different.

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You’llexperiencelotsofdifferentwaystotravelinAsia-wegiveyouover10differentwaystogetaround.Toreducetimein-betweenplacesweoftenfly,sothere’smoretimeintheplacesthatcount,plusovernighttrains,rickshaws,tuk-tuks&more.Wealwaysuseprivateair-conditionedminibusestoo-whichmeanswecangetyoutomoreremoteplaces,quickly&easily.Moreonp.9.

Quality accommodationOurhotelsarealwayscomfortable&oftenhavegreatfacilitieslikepools&WiFi.They’realsocentral-soyou’llhavemoretimeexploring&lesstimegettingaround.Roomsarefor2,sothere’splentyofspace&ifyou’reacouple,you’llneversharewithanyoneelse.Ifyou’retravelingsolo,wecanmatchyouwitharoom-matefornoextracost.Or,ifyou’reafteralittlemoreprivacy,youcanbooka‘roomtomyselfoption’forjustalittleextra.Moreonp.8.

Authentic experiencesWeincludesomespecialstayslikelocallyowned&runguesthousesinPakbeng&theMekongDelta.There’salsoafantasticovernightexperienceonboardatraditionalChinesejunkboatonHalongBay.Moreonp.9.

The perfect group sizeWeaveragearound25peoplepergrouponourAsiatrips,meaningit’ssmallenoughforamoreintimate,‘real’Asianexperience,butperfectformeetingtonsofotherlike-mindedtravelers.

Make a differenceWhereverwecan,Contikisupportscommunityprojectsintheareaswevisit.Likevisitinganorphanageoreatingatrestaurantsthattrainhomelesskidsinhospitality–it’sallabouthelpingout&makingsurethatwegivebackintheplacesthatwevisit.Moreonp.11.

Meet the team\What’s better than going on an awesome adventure through Asia? Having someone on hand to guarantee you have a good time, that’s what. Our team’s sole purpose is to make your trip the time of your life.With our expert Tour Managers & Local Guides, there’s always a reliable friend at hand to show you the sights, cool local places & make everything easy.

Your dedicated Tour Manager is like an on-road guide book. They’re not just passionate travelers, they’re professionals who really know their stuff. As well as making your trip smooth & hassle free, we have the local knowledge to get you off the regular tourist trails & inside the real Asia. They’ve done the hard yards, are packed full of knowledge & they’re ready to share it all with you. They take care of all the details so everything runs smoothly. You can sit back & relax knowing that strange road signs, narrow streets & finding the hotel is never your problem.

We take it up a level & give you that all-essential local aspect on our Asia tours, our Tour Managers partner up with local English-speaking guides. Our professional Local Guides complement our Tour Managers perfectly with their in-depth knowledge of specific places within a destination, often their home. Meaning you’ll discover even more.

We lead, the others follow.

The Contiki Difference\

Our hotels are big on comfort, top locations & excellent facilities. You also get to experience the real Asia with some extra special places to stay.We use almost entirely hotel accommodation. They’re all comfy, have great facilities like en-suite bathrooms & TV’s, air-conditioning & sometimes WiFi. They’re the perfect place for you to relax & chill.Great comfort & top locationsOur well-located hotels mean you’re always close to where the actions at. Like in Bangkok we’re two minutes from buzzing Koh San Road, in Nha Trang, we’re just across the road from the beach & in Hoi An it’s five minutes walk to the Old Town. It means you can get a great nights sleep & because you’re right by the action, there’s more time to explore.

Special places to stayOn our tours, we mix it up. As well as all our fantastic hotel accommodation we include a taste of some real Asian overnight experiences, like locally owned & run guest houses in Pakbeng & the Mekong Delta. You can really get a feel for the local way of life as you experience how the locals live. We also get you out on the water with a fantastic overnight experience onboard a traditional Chinese junk boat in Halong Bay.

Going solo? We don’t charge single supplements for solo travelers either. We’ll match you up with a same-sex room-mate, or if you want, you can always opt for the privacy of your own room for a little extra on our Asia trips – it’s up to you.

Meet Richie & Cam, two of our expert Tour Managers on our Asia trips.

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Getting around\With Contiki you’ll experience a diverse range of ways to get around - giving you a taste of how it’s really done in Asia. From included flights, 4-wheels, to 2-wheels, to no wheels (with paddles & outboard motors instead), there are up to 10 different types of transport when you travel with us.

In Asia, we average around 25 people per group, so it’s a great size to get amongst it all. Internal flights, overnight trains, private minibuses, rickshaws, tuk-tuks, songtaews, long tail boats, bicycles, sampans (wooden canoes) & a traditional Chinese junk boat are some of the ways you’ll travel. All these are chosen to make sure you get to places quickly & hassle free in the most authentic way.

Traveling in Asia is more than just a way to get around, it’s a social event. You’re never short of friends to hang out with – check out the views, listen to music or just chill. We’re always stopping at great spots, many of which you’d miss if you traveled any other way. What’s even better is that it’s easy. We get you where you need to be, drop you right at your door & unload your bags so you can hit the ground running.

And what’s even better is that much of our included transport is private. From minibuses, to Mekong boats – you won’t be squashed in with a bunch of other travelers. You’ll have the space to really relax, enjoy the travel time & take it all in.

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TasteAsia

Fresh ‘Goi Cuon’ spring rolls in Vietnam. Amok - a Cambodian Khmer special curry. Bia Hoi - locally brewed beer in Hanoi... It’s all about new flavors & treating your taste buds

Travel is all about exploring & there’s no better place to try tons of different food than in Asia. On all our Asia tours you’ll get breakfast every day & some lunches & evening meals, but we

don’t include every meal for a reason. We keep meal times flexible to give you more independence & a chance to go local & try all kinds of delicacies. Asia has some of the best food in the world & our Tour Managers & Local Guides are fantastic for helping you uncover some great, authentic restaurants & amazing street food in the region or cities you visit – at bargain prices.

In Asia, we like to give back to the local communities that we visit, so we eat at some unique local places too, like restaurants that train & educate disadvantaged youth & the less fortunate.

We’ve included some extra special meals at local restaurants in the tour price, so you’ll really get a taste for the places you visit. Think Goi Cuon & washing it all down with a Bia Hoi beer in Vietnam, Amok in Cambodia & dim sum in Xi’an to name a few.

On many of our Explore More optional nights out you’ll also get a chance to live like a local – feasting on delicious Chinese specialities like Peking Duck or hot & spicy beef. You could even take a cooking class in Hoi An or Yangshuo & indulge in the results! They’re just a few authentic local options to enjoy.

No matter what your tastes (or even your dietary requirement - just tell your Tour Manager at the start of your tour), you’ll love what we have to serve up.

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

At Contiki we love the ocean, whether we are relaxing on a cruise, hopping from one beautiful island to another or simply taking a dip.

We know just how important the oceans are & through our projects around the world – from the Mesoamerican Reef, the world’s second largest reef, to the Mediterranean Sea or the beachfronts in Thailand – we are working hard to protect them.

LovesOceans\

Contiki

Learn more at:www.thetravelcorporation.com/foundation

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

Our Foundation. We’re founding partners of the non-profit The Travel Corporation Conservation Foundation.Our Foundation has committed over US$2 million to help underprivileged communities & support sustainable tourism around the world. It’s part of its commitment to preserving our planet for generations to come (so far, the Foundation has helped protect 3 million hectares of forest in Brazil, supported the World Wildlife Fund’s work with indigenous sustainable tourism in Australia, plus much more).

What’s more, we’re committed to continuing with this support for sustainable tourism for years to come. We’re the primary sponsors of The Tourism for Tomorrow Awards – encouraging tourism operators to develop & share sustainable tourism practices around the world.

For the full story & more detail about the projects we’ve done & our plans for the future visit contiki.com/responsibletravel

Taking care of the environment doesn’t need to stop when you travel – you can help look out for the planet wherever you are. Stuff like re-using your drink bottle, using less packaging, recycling or simply turning off your TV are all really simple ways we can all help to lessen our environmental impact. For some tips & hints about what you can do visit contiki.com/responsibletravel

Contiki’s all about bringing you closer to local cultures & environments & giving back to the communities we visit.We’re proud to support community projects & NGO’s who are as dedicated to conserving Asia’s natural & cultural heritage as we are. We encourage our travelers to give a little bit back to the special places & people you’ll encounter for now & future generations.

Some of the things you’ll do in Asia with Contiki:

• Dine in restaurants that have been created to help get youth off the streets, into a job & equipping them with both work & life skills.

• In Laos, we visit the COPE Center (Co-operative Orthotic & Prosthetic Enterprise), an organization supporting victims of exploded objects, such as landmines, they offer their support & rehabilitation to those who need artificial limbs or support devices.

• We have the opportunity to visit an orphanage in Cambodia run by an NGO mission & the local community.

• We also employ Local Guides who will not only open your eyes to their cultures & ways of life, they’re also earning a much needed income too.

Want to do more? There are more ways you can help, so ask your Tour Manager for how.

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Only Contiki...Includes more\

You’ve saved hard & are ready to see Asia. So to guarantee you get the most out of your trip, we’ve packed in lots of inclusions. They’re the things you can’t wait to see like The Ancient City Walls in Xi’an, Angkor Wat in Phnom Penh & the Royal Palace in Bangkok.

Traveling is about seeing, touching & tasting the places you visit. It’s about getting the most out of your vacation (& your money), getting up close to Asia’s must-see sights & having a great time along the way. Wherever you are, we’ll line up trips to monuments, cycling tours & some entry fees.

But it’s not just about ‘ticking the box’ when you travel with us. Only Contiki includes a bunch of exclusive experiences & cool Special Stays so look out for them beside the map on the tour pages.

And there’s even more value with Contiki—there’s no extra cost if you’re traveling solo & if you want a little privacy then you always have the option of your own room, for a little extra.

The variety, flavors, sights & smells of food on offer is one of the highlights of any Asia trip. We include more special meals & still give you plenty of time to seek out & discover the best local cuisine for yourself.

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Vacations shouldn’t be about following a rigid schedule. On our tours, the only things fixed are your destinations. Want to go exploring? Want to chill out at the beach, relax & take it easy? It’s up to you.Free time means time to do free stuff too, like shop, try a local restaurant, have a foot massage on the beach, people watch or simply sit back in the sun & soak up some rays.All our trips are planned to ensure you have tons of free time so you can choose to do what you want. It’s about flexibility - while giving you a load of awesome optional stuff to do too.As well as all our included highlights & essential sightseeing – we’ve hand picked plenty of exciting Explore More optionals, negotiated great prices & we’ll organize it all for you, so you can get even more out of your free time. Take a speedboat ride to Cham Island for some swimming & snorkelling, take a boat ride to ‘The Beach’ in Koh Phi Phi, visit a Thai hill tribe, see an acrobatic show in Shanghai or take a cooking class in Yangshuo, to name a few.

Explore More\Do more with your free time\

To find Explore More choices, look for the orange panel on the bottom of every tour page.

boat cruise off nha trang\swim in the blue waters of kuang si waterfall\speedboat

cruise & swimming near hoi an\authentic thai cooking experience\KOTO restaurant dinner in hanoi\impressions liu sanjie show\

cooking class in hoi an\and many more…NB. It’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities & be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding & therefore involve some risk.

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For a full list of optional activities for each tour go to:

contiki.com/exploremore

When you travel Asia with Contiki you see more, experience more & get more for your money. You can’t do all we do for cheaper.

Great value\14

We live & breathe Asia. We’ve been showing young people the world longer than anyone else. No one knows Asia like us & our experience means you get the most amazing, authentic & life changing experiences for 18-35s.

Breakfast every day, plus lots of lunches & extra special authentic dinners.

Hotel accommodation in central, comfy & well located hotels with air-conditioning, swimming pools & sometimes Wifi & other little extra’s you’ll love. We include some extra special overnights too, so you can really experience the local lifestyle.

We include domestic flights, so you see more & get more time in the places that count. Plus, when you’re on land it’s mostly private transport, just for Contiki. Plus tons of other ways to travel like trains, traditional Junk boats, long tail boats, tuk-tuks (plus more).

Tons of essential sightseeing & extra cool Only Contiki inclusions too – stuff that’s just for Contiki travelers.

...so you don’t have to worry.

Knows Asia better

Exceptional eats

Amazing accommodation

Great ways to get around

Includes more

Local taxes & service charges

More sights, more activities, more free time, more definite departures & more amazing accommodation plus a host of exclusive experiences that you only get with Contiki. The bottom line? Go Contiki – you’ll get more than going any other way.

Includes MoreOur diverse range of trips means we have a tour with your name on it. Whether you’re looking for a long trip or shorter get-away, if you’re a first timer or a seasoned traveler, going solo or with a group, you will find your perfect trip with Contiki.

More diversity

An experienced Tour Manager to show you all the sights, get you where you need to be & manage all the details (not you!) plus our expert Drivers to get you around. We include expert English-speaking Local Guides too – for that essential local aspect

Extraordinary service

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

The experience of a lifetime

Legendary for a reason.

Pay Early\Save More

Save up to US$309* on your tour if you book & pay 12 months before you leave, or save up to US$155* on your tour if you book & pay six months before you leave. See the tour page to find out your pay early discount.* Pay Early Savings of US$309 & US$155 based on Big Indochina Adventure.

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

4 OR MORE Everyone saves 5%7 OR MORE Everyone saves 7.5%10 OR MORE Everyone saves 10% or invite an 11th person for free! The facts: All these discounts apply to the land tour price (ie: not flights to and from Asia at the start or end of your tour). You can combine group discounts, multi tour discounts & early payment discounts on tours of 8 days or longer.

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US$20 Million Customer Protection

While you’re in this part of the world, take time to see even more of Asia with Contiki - many of our tours & dates easily link with our other Asia trips. Heading to China? Our new China tour easily links with our Big Indochina, Asian Adventure & Vietnam tours. Fly Hong Kong to Bangkok or Ho Chi Minh & experience even more.

Or, after our Asian Adventure, why not chill out on island time & fly to Koh Samui or Phuket to take one of our 2 great-value Thai Island hoppers?

Speak to Contiki to see what tours easily link up, or visit your travel agent for more.

Mix it up & see more

New Thai Island

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Whatever you are looking for, your search starts at contiki.comLooking for the trip of a lifetime? Get more detail on our Asia tours & destinations, or use our great trip finder and search tools to find the vacation of your dreams. Our tour pages have in-depth itinerary information, interactive maps for a more detailed view of the tour route & list all the definite departures (we are constantly adding more dates every week). Not sure where to start or what tour to choose? Get inspiration from the Tour Genius on the Contiki homepage.Already booked with Contiki? Use our website to find out all the essential travel info, check-in online, as well as to link up with your trip friends in the Contiki Community. You can also check-in online, and find out what special perks you get when you join our loyalty program.

Getconnected

Onlinecheck-in

So much more at

contiki.com

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Booked your tour?

Check in online before you go - it’ll take you less than 5 minutes & you can skip the paperwork when you start your tour. Plus, you’ll also have access to your essential tour info on your Contiki profile.

To find out more go to contiki.com/checkin

Get advice, meet your trip friends, or become a fan!Join the Contiki Community online & connect with your tour friends before you jet off. Or meet & chat with our super-knowledgeable Contiki crew & past travelers for lots of handy traveling tips.Get answers to the big questions (like backpack or suitcase & how much money to take) & the small ones too (like finding the best place to go for a crepe in Paris). Jump into the conversation, start your own or take a browse at what others have posted.You’ll also find tons of great advice & articles in Contikipedia too. If you’re on Facebook or Twitter, remember to follow us for the latest fun & offers.Join in at

contiki.com/community Or follow us at:

facebook.com/contiki

twitter.com/contiki_us

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Explore MoreOptionals

• NahTrangRelaxingislandcruisewithswimstops&snorkelling• HoiAnAuthenticVietnamesecookingclass•ChamIsland

speedboatcruisewithswimming,snorkelling&lunch

• HueGroupphotoatHue’sImperialCitadel• HanoiDinneratKOTOrestaurantwhereformerdisadvantaged

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What’s included• 9 nights accommodation:

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• 13 meals:9breakfasts(B)2lunches(L)2dinners(D)

• An experienced & professionalTour Manager & English speaking local guides

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations

• Local taxes & service charges• 3 internal flights• Transport & included

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• Guided bike ride through the Vietnamese countryside

• Cyclo ride to Hue’s ancient Citadel

• Traditional Vietnamese meal at a local family-run restaurant

• All private coach transport

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• Chinese Junk Boat in Halong Bay

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Itinerary and Included SightseeingDay 1: Ho Chi Minh CityFormerlyknownasSaigon,cosmopolitanHoChiMinhisactionpacked.TonightmeetyourTourManager&fellowtravelersatthehotelbeforevisitingBenThanhmarkets.Hotel.Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City to Nha TrangTakeatourofthecityhotspotsbeforecatchingaflighttothebeachparadiseofNhaTrang.Hotel(B)•ViewtheNotreDameCathedral,

GeneralPostOffice&PresidentialPalace

•VisittotheWarRemnantsMuseumDay 3: Nha TrangSinkintothelaid-backbeachlifestylewithafreeday.Doyourownthingortakeofftothegorgeousoffshoreislandsonanoptionalcruise!Hotel(B)Day 4: Nha Trang to Hoi AnFlytoDanang&traveldowntoHoiAn.EnjoyaguidedcitytourthroughtheOldQuarterthensomefreetime,oroptforacookingclasstonight!Hotel(B)•Visitthecity’sOldQuarter&Japanese

coveredbridgeDay 5: Hoi AnMaybeheadtotheuntouchedChamIslandonaspeedboatcruiseorusethedaytoexplorethecity.Hotel(B)Day 6: Hoi An to HueEnjoystunningviewswhiledrivingoverthe“PassoftheOceanClouds”toHue.Visitthefamouscitysights&enjoyacruisebeforedinneratafamily-runrestaurant.Hotel(B,D)•CrosstheHaiVanPass•PerfumeRivercruise•VisittheThienMuPagoda&theTu

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Day 7: Hue to HanoiTakeacyclotourbeforeourflighttoHanoi.FullofFrenchflair,Chineseculture&Vietnamesevitality–it’sanopen-airmuseum.Hotel(B)•CyclorideDay 8: Hanoi to Halong BayTodayit’sontoHalongBayforourovernightJunkBoatcruise.Junkboat(B,L,D)•VisittheSungSotCaves•Boatcruiseofgrottoisland•‘VisitatraditionalfishingvillageDay 9: Halong Bay to HanoiWaketofantasticviewsfromthejunkbeforewereturntoHanoi.Hotel(B,L)•SeetheTempleofLiteratureDay 10: Depart HanoiYourtourendsafterbreakfast,soit’stimetosayfarwelltoyourgroup.(B)

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• Guided bike ride through the Vietnamese countryside

• Cyclo ride to Hue’s ancient Citadel• All private coach transport• Visit the Cu Chi tunnels• Expert Local Guide

Plus\ Unique Special Stays • Guest house in the Mekong Delta• Chinese Junk Boat in Halong Bay

Plus\ Regional Dinners • Traditional Vietnamese meal at a local

family-run restaurant

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• Nah Trang Relaxing island cruise with swim stops & snorkelling• Hoi An Authentic & tasty Vietnamese cooking class • Speedboat

cruise to Cham Island with swimming, snorkelling & a beachside lunch

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Itinerary and Included SightseeingDay 1: Ho Chi Minh CityFormerly known as Saigon, cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh is packed with pagodas, roadside shops, high-rises & reminders of the Vietnam war. Tonight meet your Tour Manager & fellow travelers at the hotel. Tantalise the tastebuds as you hit the thriving Ben Thanh markets – you can pick up anything from tasty local foods to Vietnam’s iconic conical hats. Hotel.Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong DeltaIt’s a 2 day journey into the Mekong Delta. We’ll try out sampans (local boats), take in local industries & see floating markets & fish farms – giving a glimpse of everyday waterway life. Tonight, see a musical performance before dinner at our local guest house. Guest house (B,L,D)• Mekong Delta cruise• See local demonstrations • Visit a local tea gardenDay 3: Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh CityWe head back to Ho Chi Minh City via the Viet Cong’s legendary tunnels in Cu Chi. See traps, hidden doors & some of the 250kms of tunnels that Vietnamese resistance fighters dug by hand – you can even go down into the skinny tunnels & experience them first-hand! Hotel (B)• Visit to the Cu Chi tunnelsDay 4: Ho Chi Minh City to Nha TrangView the Notre Dame Cathedral, General Post Office & the Presidential (or Reunification) Palace on our city tour. We also visit the War Remnants Museum for some history on the Vietnam War. Explore the city before catching a flight to Nha Trang, famous for its golden beaches & idyllic turquoise waters. Hotel (B)• View the Notre Dame Cathedral,

General Post Office & Presidential Palace

• Visit to the War Remnants MuseumDay 5: Nha TrangSink into the laid-back beach lifestyle with a free day to enjoy the sun & sea. Do your own thing or take off to the gorgeous offshore islands on our optional cruise with swim stops, snorkelling & banquet lunch. Afterwards perhaps indulge in a mineral mud bath & hot springs experience before getting a taste of Nha Trang by night! Hotel (B)Day 6: Nha Trang to Hoi AnFly to Danang & travel down to Hoi An. We take a guided walking tour through the Old Quarter, before some free time. Explore this city, known for it’s colorful

cloths & made to order tailors, then taste why Vietnamese food has such a good reputation with an optional cooking class. Hotel (B)• Visit the city’s Old Quarter & Japanese

covered bridge Day 7: Hoi AnMaybe head to the untouched Cham Island on a speed boat cruise. With snorkelling, secluded beaches & delicious local food prepared at a beach-side restaurant, this is a great way to spend the day. Otherwise there’s galleries, antique shops in the old town or take a walk along the historic waterfront to the local markets. Hotel (B)Day 8: Hoi An to HueThere are stunning coastal views while driving over the “Pass of the Ocean Clouds” to the former Royal City of Hue. Visit the colorful imperial Tu Duc tomb with its intricately decorated pavilions & the 7-storied Thien Mu Pagoda before we board a dragon boat & drift down the Perfume River before dinner at a family-run restaurant. Hotel (B,D)• Cross the Hai Van Pass• Perfume River cruise • Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & the Tu Duc

MausoleumDay 9: Hue to HanoiStart the morning with a cyclo tour before our flight to Hanoi. Full of French flair, Chinese culture & Vietnamese vitality – it’s an open-air museum. Walk the wide Parisian-style boulevards & take in the shuttered mansions, or relax with bia hoi (draught beer) & people-watch. Hotel (B)• Cyclo ride Day 10: Hanoi to Halong BayToday we board a traditional junk boat on Halong Bay for our overnight cruise. See amazing views as we pass hidden coves, sheer cliffs & stunning beaches. We check out the Sung Sot Caves & stop for a swim in an idyllic lagoon before docking for sunset. Junk boat (B,L,D)• Visit the Sung Sot Caves• Boat cruise of grotto island• ‘Visit a traditional fishing villageDay 11: Halong Bay to HanoiWake to more fantastic views from the junk before we return to Hanoi. Later you could try Hanoi’s world-famous water puppet performance before our optional farewell dinner at KOTO restaurant, where former disadvantaged youth are trained in hospitality skills. Hotel (B,L)• See the Temple of LiteratureDay 12: Depart HanoiYour tour ends after breakfast, so it’s time to say farwell to your group. (B)


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Flag Tower, Hue

Vietnamese cooking class

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• 17 meals:11 breakfasts (B) 3 lunches (L) 3 dinners (D)





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Sweet making demonstration, Mekong Delta

Code: VIEP 2011/2012

Start Finish US$ Ho Chi Hanoi pp

2011 JAN 1 JAN 12 1159JAN 3 JAN 14 1159JAN 8 JAN 19 1159JAN 15 JAN 26 1159JAN 22 FEB 2 1159JAN 24 FEB 4 1159JAN 29 FEB 9 1159FEB 5 FEB 16 1159FEB 13 FEB 24 1159FEB 19 MAR 2 1159MAR 5 MAR 16 1159MAR 12 MAR 23 1159MAR 19 MAR 30 1159APR 2 APR 13 1159APR 9 APR 20 1159APR 16 APR 27 1159APR 30 MAY 11 1159MAY 7 MAY 18 1159MAY 14 MAY 25 1159MAY 28 JUN 8 1159JUN 4 JUN 15 1159JUN 11 JUN 22 1159JUN 25 JUL 6 1159JUL 2 JUL 13 1159JUL 9 JUL 20 1159JUL 23 AUG 3 1159JUL 30 AUG 10 1159AUG 6 AUG 17 1159AUG 20 AUG 31 1159AUG 27 SEP 7 1159

Code: VIEP 2011/2012

Start Finish US$ Ho Chi Hanoi pp

2011 SEP 3 SEP 14 1159SEP 10 SEP 21 1159SEP 17 SEP 28 1159SEP 24 OCT 5 1159OCT 29 NOV 9 1159NOV 5 NOV 16 1219NOV 12 NOV 23 1219NOV 19 NOV 30 1219NOV 26 DEC 7 1219DEC 3 DEC 14 1219DEC 10 DEC 21 1219DEC 17 DEC 28 1219DEC 24 JAN 4 1219DEC 31 JAN 11 1219

2012 JAN 7 JAN 18 1219JAN 14 JAN 25 1219JAN 21 FEB 1 1219JAN 28 FEB 8 1219FEB 4 FEB 15 1219FEB 11 FEB 22 1219FEB 18 FEB 29 1219FEB 25 MAR 7 1219MAR 3 MAR 14 1219MAR 10 MAR 21 1219MAR 17 MAR 28 1219MAR 24 APR 4 1219MAR 31 APR 11 1219

Prices above are based on twin-share. If traveling solo, we can match you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.• A single room supplement is available for US$355

(only applicable in hotels).• A local payment of US$160 is collected in cash on the

first day of your tour. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance or visa information see p.30.

Save More MoneyIf you pay 12 months in advance you save US$115. Or pay 6 months in advance & save up to US$59. See p.15 for details.

Asian Adventure

Malaysia

THAILAND

LAOS

CAMBODIA

Burma

Vietnam

SOUTH CHINA SEA

PAKBENG

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VANG VIENG

VIENTIANE

PHNOM PENH

CHIANG MAI

LUANG PRABANG

CHIANG RAI

SIEMREAP

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3 Countries visitedThailand, Laos, Cambodia

• Private 2 day boat cruise along the Mekong River• Rainforest elephant ride• Locally guided bike tour of World Heritage listed

Luang Prabang• Entry & guided visit of the COPE support &

rehab center• All private coach transport

Plus\ Unique Special Stays • Guest house stay in Pakbeng

Plus\ Regional Dinners • Traditional Laotian meal at a restaurant that trains

disadvantaged youth


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• Bangkok Group photo at Bangkok’s Grand Palace• Chiang Mai Traditional hands-on Thai cooking class experience

• Chiang Rai Visit to unique Thai hill tribe villages• Luang Prabang Kuang Si Waterfalls trip \


US$114/day

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Itinerary and Included SightseeingDay 1: Arrive BangkokTuk-tuks, streetside BBQs, neon lights & buzzing street life, it’s bustling Bangkok! Arrive at the hotel & meet your Tour Manager & fellow travelers, then hit the city for a night out. Hotel.Day 2: Bangkok to Chiang MaiVisit the incredible Royal Palace & Emerald Buddha Temple. Later, cruise the klongs (canals) & see locals going about their day then dive into the downtown area’s plazas, or shops in Siam Square. Try Chinatown for some Asian delicacies before we board an overnight train to Chiang Mai. Overnight train. (B)• Visit the Royal Palace & Emerald Buddha• Guided klong (canal) tour Day 3: Chiang MaiHead for the hills with our Local Guide; visit Wat Phrathat temple & maybe even receive a Buddhist blessing! Surrounded by a moat & 300 temples, chill out & explore Chiang Mai. You could take an optional Thai cooking class tonight, chill by the pool or visit the famous Night Bazaar. Hotel. (B)Day 4: Chiang Mai to Chiang RaiToday we head towards Chiang Rai. In the afternoon, opt to visit unique hill tribe villages before heading back to Chiang Rai to explore or check out a local night stop. Hotel (B)Day 5: Chiang Rai to PakbengAfter crossing the Thai/Laos border, we board our private boat & cruise the mighty Mekong River. Drift through towering, jungle covered gorges, seeing local life in remote villages along the river banks. We arrive before sunset in Pakbeng for our overnight stay. Guest house (B,L,D)• See local riverside villagesDay 6: Pakbeng to Luang PrabangContinue cruising the Mekong before arriving in the historic hotspot Luang Prabang. Take a bike tour around town, visit Wat Xiang Thong monastery & perhaps take a walk up Mt Phu Si before perusing the night markets where local people sell their textiles & handicrafts. Hotel (B,L)• Visit the Pak Ou Caves• Visit Wat Xieng Thong templeDay 7: Luang PrabangIf you make an early start, take part in the ritual of offering alms (food) to the hundreds of Buddhist monks. If you feel like cooling off, take a trip to the Kuong Si Falls for a swim or visit the Royal Palace. Hotel (B)• Rainforest elephant ride

Day 8: Luang Prabang to Vang ViengToday it’s on to riverside & action packed Vang Vieng, known for its dramatic limestone karsts (rock formations) & outdoor adventure activities. Later, check out the buzzing nightlife in this vibrant backpacker town. Hotel (B)• Scenic drive to Vang ViengDay 9: Vang ViengGet hold of a map & explore with a free day. Maybe hire a bike – there’s an array of limestone caves, swimming holes, tunnels & bunkers to discover. Tonight, watch the sunset at a riverside bar or an island watering-hole. Hotel (B)Day 10: Vang Vieng to VientianeArriving in Vientiane, we’ll take a locally guided city tour of the nation’s French influenced capital. Later, we’ll visit That Luang & view Laos’ ‘Arc de Triomphe’. Hotel (B,D)• Visit Luang Stupa & Patuxi• Visit to COPE exhibition center• Dinner at Makphet RestaurantDay 11: Vientiane to Phnom PenhGoodbye Laos & hello Cambodia as you travel by plane to the capital city, once known as the “Pearl of Asia”. View first hand the reminders of the country’s dark history with a visit to the Khmer Rouge ‘Killing Fields’ & the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Tonight wrap up the day with some friends at one of the many riverside restaurants or cafes. Hotel (B)• Visit the ‘Killing Fields’ & Genocide

Museum Day 12: Phnom Penh to Siem ReapCatch a flight to Siem Reap before taking a private boat cruise to see the unique floating villages found here. Chill out with a visit to the Psar Chas (old market) for handicrafts & exotic fresh produce. Or for a dose of culture, see an Aspara dance performance. Hotel (B)• Tonle Sap Lake cruise Day 13: Siem ReapWake to watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world & hear the legends of the sacred sites of the Khmer Empire from your Local Guide. Later, we visit Angkor Thom by tuk-tuk & Ta Prohm temple, as seen in the movie Tomb Raider. After a long day of sights relax, play some pool, or venture down Pub Street to explore the nightlife. Hotel (B)• Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta

ProhmDay 14: Ends Siem ReapOur tour ends this morning after breakfast so it’s time to say goodbye to your group & Tour Manager. (B)

Visit a Chiang Rai hill tribe


Night markets in Siem Reap

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3 Countries visitedThailand, Laos, Cambodia

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That Luang Stupa, Vientiane

Code: ASAD 2011/2012

Start Finish US$ Bangkok Siem Reap pp

2011 JAN 9 JAN 22 1595JAN 16 JAN 29 1595JAN 23 FEB 5 1595FEB 6 FEB 19 1595FEB 20 MAR 5 1595FEB 27 MAR 12 1595MAR 6 MAR 19 1595MAR 20 APR 2 1595MAR 27 APR 9 1595APR 3 APR 16 1595APR 17 APR 30 1595APR 24 MAY 7 1595MAY 1 MAY 14 1595MAY 15 MAY 28 1595MAY 22 JUN 4 1595MAY 29 JUN 11 1595JUN 12 JUN 25 1595JUN 19 JUL 2 1595JUN 26 JUL 9 1595JUL 10 JUL 23 1595JUL 17 JUL 30 1595JUL 24 AUG 6 1595AUG 7 AUG 20 1595AUG 14 AUG 27 1595AUG 21 SEP 3 1595

Code: ASAD 2011/2012

Start Finish US$ Bangkok Siem Reap pp

2011 SEP 4 SEP 17 1595SEP 18 OCT 1 1595SEP 25 OCT 8 1595OCT 2 OCT 15 1595OCT 30 NOV 12 1595NOV 6 NOV 19 1675NOV 13 NOV 26 1675NOV 27 DEC 10 1675DEC 4 DEC 17 1675DEC 11 DEC 24 1675DEC 25 JAN 7 1675

2012 JAN 1 JAN 14 1675JAN 8 JAN 21 1675JAN 15 JAN 28 1675JAN 22 FEB 4 1675JAN 29 FEB 11 1675FEB 5 FEB 18 1675FEB 19 MAR 3 1675FEB 26 MAR 10 1675MAR 4 MAR 17 1675MAR 18 MAR 31 1675MAR 25 APR 7 1675

Prices above are based on twin-share, (multi-share on train). If traveling solo, we can match you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.• A single room supplement is available for US$425

(only applicable in hotels).• A local payment of US$185 is collected in cash on

the first day of your tour. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance or visa information see p.30.

Save More MoneyIf you pay 12 months in advance you save US$159. Or pay 6 monthsin advance & save up to US$79. See p.15 for details.

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Burma

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HUE

HOI AN

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MEKONG DELTA

PAKBENG

BANGKOK

VANG VIENG

VIENTIANE

PHNOM PENH

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4 Countries visitedThailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam

• Private 2 day boat cruise along the Mekong River• Rainforest elephant ride• Locally guided bike tour of World Heritage listed

Luang Prabang• Entry & guided visit of the COPE support &

rehab center• Traditional Laotian meal at a restaurant that

trains disadvantaged youth• Guided bike ride through the Vietnamese

countryside• All private coach transport• Expert Local Guide

Plus\ Unique Special Stays • Guest house in the Mekong Delta • Guest house stay in Pakbeng • Chinese Junk Boat in Halong Bay


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• Bangkok Group photo at Bangkok’s Grand Palace• Chiang Mai Traditional hands-on Thai cooking class experience• Chiang Rai Visit to unique Thai hill tribe villages • Luang Prabang Kuang Si Waterfalls trip

• Nha Trang Relaxing island cruise with swim stops & snorkelling• Hoi An Authentic Vietnamese cooking class • Cham Island

speedboat cruise with swimming & a beachside lunch\


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Itinerary and Included SightseeingDay 1: Arrive BangkokTuk-tuks, neon lights & buzzing street life, it’s bustling Bangkok! Arrive at the hotel & meet your Tour Manager & fellow travelers, then hit the city for a night out. Hotel.Day 2: Bangkok to Chiang MaiTake in the sights before we cruise the canals & see locals going about their day before boarding our overnight train. Overnight train. (B)• Visit the Royal Palace & Emerald Buddha • Guided klong (canal) tour Day 3: Chiang MaiVisit Buddhist temples with our local guide, then explore the city or opt for a Thai cooking class tonight. Hotel (B)• Visit Wat Prathat templeDay 4: Chiang Mai to Chiang RaiWe head towards Chiang Rai, there’s an option to visit unique hill tribe villages before exploring the city’s famous Night Bazaar. Hotel (B)Day 5: Chiang Rai to PakbengAfter crossing the Thai/Laos border, we board our private boat & cruise the Mekong River, seeing local life along the river. Arrive before sunset in Pakbeng for our overnight stay. Guest house (B,L,D)• See local riverside villagesDay 6: Pakbeng to Luang PrabangContinue cruising the Mekong before hitting Luang Prabang. Take a sightseeing bike tour before checking out the night markets. Hotel (B,L)• Visit to the Pak Ou caves• Visit Wat Xieng Thong templeDay 7: Luang PrabangIf you make an early start, take part in the ritual of offering alms (food) to the hundreds of Buddhist monks. If you feel like cooling off, take a trip to the Kuang Si Falls for a swim or visit the Royal Palace. Hotel (B)• Rainforest elephant rideDay 8: Luang Prabang to Vang ViengToday it’s on to Vang Vieng, known for its limestone karsts (rock formations), outdoor adventure activities & buzzing nightlife. Hotel (B)• Scenic drive to Vang ViengDay 9: Vang ViengGet hold of a map & explore with a free day. Maybe hire a bike – there’s an array of limestone caves, swimming holes, tunnels & bunkers to discover. Wind down with your friends and catch sunset at a riverside bar or an island watering-hole. Hotel (B)Day 10: Vang Vieng to VientianeArriving in Vientiane, we’ll take a locally guided city tour of the nation’s French influenced capital. Later, we’ll visit That Luang & view Laos’ ‘Arc de Triomphe’. Hotel (B,D)• Visit Luang Stupa & Patuxi• Visit to COPE exhibition center• Dinner at Makphet RestaurantDay 11: Vientiane to Phnom PenhIn Phnom Penh we’ll see reminders of the country’s dark history, then later wrap up the day at one of the many riverside restaurants or cafes. Hotel (B)• Visit the ‘Killing Fields’ & Genocide

Museum Day 12: Phnom Penh to Siem ReapCatch a flight to Siem Reap before cruising Tonle Sap Lake on our private boat. Tonight, maybe visit the Psar Chas (old market) for handicrafts & exotic fresh produce. Hotel (B)• Tonle Sap Lake cruise

Day 13: Siem ReapWake to watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat & hear the legends of the sacred sites of the Khmer Empire before we visit Angkor Thom by tuk-tuk! Hotel (B)• Visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom & Ta ProhmDay 14: Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh CityIt’s free time before we fly to Ho Chi Minh. Later, hit the thriving Ben Thanh markets & pick up anything from tasty food to Vietnam’s iconic conical hats. Hotel (B)Day 15: Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong DeltaIt’s a 2 day journey into the Mekong Delta. We’ll try out sanpans (local boats), take in local fish farms & industries & see floating markets. Guest house (B,L,D)• Mekong Delta cruise • See local industry demonstrations • Visit a local tea gardenDay 16: Mekong Delta to Ho Chi Minh CityWe head back to Ho Chi Minh City via the legendary tunnels in Cu Chi – you can even go down into the tunnels & experience them first-hand! Hotel (B)• Visit to the Cu Chi tunnelsDay 17: Ho Chi Minh City to Nha TrangTake a city tour then visit the War Remnants Museum before we fly to Nha Trang. Hotel (B)• View the Notre Dame Cathedral, General

Post Office & the Presidential Palace • Visit the War Remnants Museum Day 18: Nha TrangToday, do your own thing or opt to take off to the gorgeous offshore islands for some swim stops & snorkelling. Hotel (B)Day 19: Nha Trang to Hoi AnFly to Danang & travel down to Hoi An. Take a guided walking tour, see the countryside at sunset by bike, before opting for a cooking class. Hotel (B)• Visit the city’s Old Quarter and Japanese

covered bridgeDay 20: Hoi AnHead to Cham Island on an optional speed boat cruise for some snorkelling, secluded beaches & delicious local food. Otherwise relax or walk along the waterfront to the local markets. Hotel (B)Day 21: Hoi An to HueSee coastal views while driving to Hue. Take in some sights before we board a dragon boat down the Perfume River. Hotel (B,D)• Cross the Hai Van Pass• Perfume River cruise • Visit the Thien Mu Pagoda & Tu Duc

MausoleumDay 22: Hue to HanoiStart the morning with some sightseeing of Hue. After our flight to Hanoi, walk the wide Parisian-style boulevards & take in the city. Hotel (B)• Visit to the Imperial Citadel• Cyclo rideDay 23: Hanoi to Halong BaySee amazing views from the junk as we pass coves, cliffs & beaches. We stop for a swim before docking for sunset. Junk boat (B,L,D)• Visit the Sung Sot Caves• Visit a traditional fishing village• Boat cruise of Grotto IslandDay 24: Halong Bay to HanoiWake on the junk before we return to Hanoi & explore the city before our optional farewell dinner. Hotel (B,L)• See the Temple of LiteratureDay 25: Depart HanoiYour tour ends after breakfast, so it’s time to say farewell to your group. (B)


Cruise Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia

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20 nights in 3 star hotels 2 nights in a guest house 1 overnight train 1 overnight cruise (more on p.8)







4 Countries visitedThailand, Laos, Cambodia,Vietnam

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Kuang Si waterfalls, Luang Prabang

Buddhist blessing

Code: BICA 2011/2012

Start Finish US$ Bangkok Hanoi pp

2011 JAN 9 FEB 2 3075JAN 16 FEB 9 3075JAN 23 FEB 16 3075FEB 6 MAR 2 3075FEB 20 MAR 16 3075FEB 27 MAR 23 3075MAR 6 MAR 30 3075MAR 20 APR 13 3075MAR 27 APR 20 3075APR 3 APR 27 3075APR 17 MAY 11 3075APR 24 MAY 18 3075MAY 1 MAY 25 3075MAY 15 JUN 8 3075MAY 22 JUN 15 3075MAY 29 JUN 22 3075JUN 12 JUL 6 3075JUN 19 JUL 13 3075JUN 26 JUL 20 3075JUL 10 AUG 3 3075JUL 17 AUG 10 3075JUL 24 AUG 17 3075AUG 7 AUG 31 3075

Start Finish US$ Bangkok Hanoi pp

2011 AUG 14 SEP 7 3075AUG 21 SEP 14 3075SEP 4 SEP 28 3075OCT 30 NOV 23 3075NOV 6 NOV 30 3229NOV 13 DEC 7 3229NOV 27 DEC 21 3229DEC 4 DEC 28 3229DEC 11 JAN 4 3229DEC 25 JAN 18 3229

2012 JAN 1 JAN 25 3229JAN 8 FEB 1 3229JAN 15 FEB 8 3229JAN 22 FEB 15 3229JAN 29 FEB 22 3229FEB 5 FEB 29 3229FEB 19 MAR 14 3229FEB 26 MAR 21 3229MAR 4 MAR 28 3229MAR 18 APR 11 3229MAR 25 APR 18 3229

Prices above are based on twin-share (multi-share on train). If traveling solo, we can match you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.• A single room supplement is available for US$780

(only applicable in hotels).• A local payment of US$335 is collected in cash on

the first day of your tour. A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance or visa information see p.30.


Thai Islands\New for 2011\12With so much to see & experience in Asia - we’re now offering great-value tours in the spectacular Thai Islands, where you can island hop both the East & West with us. No matter what time of year you choose to travel, there’s a Thai Island adventure with your name on it. We make sure you get the very best out of these perfect island spots with two awesome itineraries, Thai Island Hopper East & Thai Island Hopper West, covering these unbeatable areas at their ultimate time of year.

From April to September island hop the East Coast Islands, & live it up on Koh Samui, Koh Tao & the legendary Full Moon party hotspot, Koh Pha Ngan.

From October to March we’ll show you the epic vibes of the Western Islands on Phuket, Koh Phi Phi & Krabi.

YOU CHOOSE

Two great trips – Thai Island hop on the West

or East


• PhuketVisit‘Fantasea’themepark• PhiPhiDayboatcruisewithsnorkelling&beachstops

• AoNangDaytimeboattriptoRaiLehbeach•RainforestElephantride\

GoldenBuddha,Phuket

Thai IslandHopper West


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Thai Island Hopper West

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9 Days

Itinerary and Included SightseeingDay 1: Arrive PhuketCheck-intoyourhotel,thenheadouttoexplorePhuket,withit’sexoticsights&greatfood.SpendtheafternoongettingsettledinbeforemeetingyourTourManager&fellowtravelers.Tonight,grabdinner&explorePatong’spulsingnightlife.Hotel(D)Days 2-3: PhuketThere’ssomethingforeveryoneonPhuket-chillonthebeach,hittheshops,sipcocktailswhilewatchingthesungodown.Ifyoufeelliketakingitupalevel,maybetrysomeofthewatersportsonofferoroptforadaytourouttothepopular“JamesBondIsland”.Hotel(B)(B)Day 4: Phuket to Koh Phi-PhiBoardaferry&traveltopicturesquePhiPhiIsland,settingforthemovie“TheBeach”.You’lltakeatouroftheislandtogetyourbearings,endingwithanunbeatablepanoramicsunsetfromahilltop.LatertakeintheatmosphereofPhiPhibynight.Hotel(B)Days 5-6: Koh Phi PhiAnincredibleislandtoeitherexploreorrelax.Takeadaycruisearoundtheislands&beachesofPhiPhi–it’saperfectchancetoseethisbeautifulareaupclose.Snorkel&swiminthewarmwatersoftheAndamanSeaorlieonthebeach&unwind.Tonight,watchtheislandsfiretwirlers,orkickbackonthesandwithadrink&relax.Hotel(B)(B)Day 7: Koh Phi Phi to Krabi (Ao Nang)TodaywesailtooneofthemostpopularbeachesonKrabi–AoNang.Setamongstthelimestonekarsts,Krabihas

un-spoiltislands&beaches.TonightgrabamealatacoolbeachsiderestaurantorpartybynightinthepopularBarStreet.Hotel(B,D)Day 8: Krabi (Ao Nang)Lazeaboutonthebeach,takeaboattriptoRaiLehorifyouarefeelingadventurous,tryclimbingthe1,237stepsthatleadtothetopofamountainattheTigerCaveTemple.Hotel(B)Day 9: Krabi (Ao Nang) to PhuketHavealatemorningorriseearlytomakethemostofyourislandstaybeforecatchingaferrytoPhuketwherethetourends.ItisyourchoicetobetransferredtotheairportorourstartinghotelinPhuket.Hotel(B)

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PHUKET

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• 10 meals:8breakfasts(B)2dinners(D)

• An experienced & professionalTour Manager


• Local taxes & service charges• Tipping for local staff included• 3 Local Ferries• Transport & included

sightseeing

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Save More MoneyIfyoupay12monthsinadvanceyousaveUS$85.Orpay6monthsinadvance&saveuptoUS$39.Seep.15fordetails.

Pricesabovearebasedontwin-share.Iftravelingsolo,wecanmatchyouwithasamesexroom-mateatnoextracharge.• AsinglesupplementisavailableforUS$509Acopyofyourvalidpassportisrequiredattimeofbooking.Tourstartsat6:00pm&endsapprox.9:00am.Fordeparturepoints&staylongeraccommodationoptionsseecontiki.com/staylonger.Fortravelinsuranceorvisainformationseep.30.

Code: CTTIPH 2011/2012

Start Finish US$Phuket Phuket pp

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US$97/day

US$869pp


• KohTao:Snorkellingcruise• KohPhaNgan:Scubadivingadventure\

Thai IslandHopper East


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5nightsin3starhotels3nightsincabins(moreonp.8)

• 10 meals:8breakfasts(B)2dinners(D)

• An experienced & professionalTour Manager


• Local taxes & service charges• Tipping for local staff included• 3 Local Ferries• Transport & included

sightseeing

Only Contiki\ Includes

• Special stay in Koh Pha Ngan

9 Days

Itinerary and Included SightseeingDay 1: Arrive Koh SamuiCheck-intoyourhotelthenhitthestreetsforsomeexploring.Withitsamazingsights,greatfood&chilledatmosphere,KohSamuiisperfectforsettlingintoislandtime.Later,meetwithyourTourManager&fellowtravelers.Tonightfindacoollocalspot&indulgeinadeliciousThaimealbeforesomefreetime.Hotel(D)Days 2-3: Koh SamuiWith2freedayshere,relax&soakuptheraysasyouexploreKohSamui’smanygorgeousbeaches.MaybeenjoyaThaimassage,trysomewatersports,ortakeatouroftheislandtoseesomeofthelocalsightsasyouunwindononeofThailand’sfavoriteislandspots.Hotel(B)(B)Day 4: Koh Samui to Koh TaoThismorningwecruisetoKohTao–anislandknownforspectacularunderwaterscenery.Apopularlocationfordiving,it’sjustaseasytograbasnorkeltoexperiencetheaquaticsitestooorjustchill.Hotel(B)

Day 5: Koh TaoWithafreedayyoucouldsitbackwithabookortaketheopportunitytoexplorethearea.Maybegrabasnorkel&acquaintyourselfwithtropicalfish.There’salsoplentytodoonlandtoo,withloadsofbeaches&hikingtrails.Hotel(B)

Day 6: Koh Tao to Koh Pha NganTodaywe’lljumponaferry&setsailtothepartyislandofKohPhaNganforatasteofthebuzzingislandatmosphere.FamousforitslegendaryFullMoonParties.We’llstayinarelaxingsetting,setjustoffHadYaoBeach.Cabins(B,D)

Day 7-8: Koh Pha NganYouchoosehowtospendthenextfewdays:lyingonthebeachsurroundedbycoconuttreesorbynightheadouttooneoftheMoonPartiesthatKohPhaNganisfamousfor.Cabins(B)(B)

Day 9: Koh Pha Ngan to Koh SamuiWesay“lagon”toKohPhaNgan&catchaferrytoKohSamuiwhereit’stimetobidfarewellyourtravelfriends.YoucaneithertakeafreetransfertotheairportorbacktoourstarthotelinKohSamui.(B)

THAILAND

KOH PHA NGAN

KOH TAO

KOH SAMUI

BANGKOK

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Pricesabovearebasedontwin-share.Iftravelingsolo,wecanmatchyouwithasamesexroom-mateatnoextracharge.• AsingleroomsupplementisavailableforUS$425† Note:ThesetourswillbeinKohPhaNganforFullMoon

Parties.AlthougheveryefforthasbeenmadetoensurethattourdatesabovecoincidewithFullMoonParties,datesofindividualFullMoonPartiescanoccasionallychangeatshortnoticeduetoBuddhistholidays.

Acopyofyourvalidpassportisrequiredattimeofbooking.Tourstartsat6:00pm&endsapprox.9:00am.Fordeparturepoints&staylongeraccommodationoptionsseecontiki.com/staylonger.Fortravelinsuranceorvisainformationseep.30.

Code: CTTIKS 2011

Start Finish Koh Koh US$Samui Samui pp

2011APr 12† APr 20 735APr 30 MAY 8 735MAY 11† MAY 19 735MAY 28 JUN 5 735JUN 9 † JUN 17 735JUN 25 JUL 3 735

Start Finish Koh Koh US$Samui Samui pp

2011JUL 9 † JUL 17 735JUL 23 JUL 31 735AUg 7 † AUg 15 735AUg 20 AUg 28 735SeP 6 † SeP 14 735SeP 17 SeP 25 735

US$735pp

US$82/day

China\New for 2011\12With our brand new tour, get a feel for the imperial glory of this ancient civilization. With 5000 years of history, forbidden cities, delicacies & tales, delve into this country’s past with a cool mix of ancient & modern all rolled into one. With cosmopolitan Beijing, Shanghai & Hong Kong you’ll get a feel for the fast-paced lifestyle here, mixed up with the traditional must-see sights too. From the Great Wall, the Terracotta Army to the hutongs, amazing views of Hong Kong island & Chinese acrobatic show, experience it all & more with Contiki.

INCLUDESBeijing, Xi’an, Shianghai, Yangshuo, & Hong Kong

China Adventure

Malaysia

Burma

Thailand

Cambodia

China

Vietnam

Laos

CHINA

BEIJING

XI’AN

SHANGHAI

YANGSHUO

HONG KONG

1

3

2

GREAT WALL OF CHINA

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12 Days


• BeijingAuthentic&deliciousPekingDuckdinner• Xi’anSpectacularTangDynastydinner&show• ShanghaiShanghaiAcrobatShow&dinner

• YangshuoYangshuocookingclass•YulongRiverbambooraft•ImpressionsLiuSanjieshow\

•LunchwithalocalfamilyinaBeijinghutong•Entry&guidedvisitoftheForbiddenCity&Beijing

SummerPalace•Entry&guidedvisitoftheTerracottaArmy

Museum•ReturncablecarjourneyattheGreatWall

ofChina•GuidedbikeridethroughYangshoucountryside•Entrytothe88thfloorofJinMaoTower

GO Only Contiki\ Includes

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US$210/day

US$2515pp

Itinerary and Included SightseeingDay 1: Arrive BeijingHome to the 2008 Olympics & the political, educational & cultural center of China… it’s bustling Beijing! Tonight meet your Tour Manager & fellow travelers then head out & explore the city. HotelDay 2: BeijingStart the adventure with a visit to Tiananmen Square & a tour of the Forbidden City. Afterwards we’ll visit the cool 798 Art Precinct for a look at some modern Chinese art, before a visit to the Summer Palace. Later, the day is yours to explore. Hotel (B) • Visit Tiananmen Square• Tour the Forbidden City• Visit the 798 Art Precinct• Visit the Summer PalaceDay 3: BeijingWe head to Beijing’s countryside to the tombs of the Ming Emperors before heading to the spectacular Great Wall of China after lunch. Tonight, go local with your chance to try a local specialty – crispy & delicious Peking Duck. Hotel (B,L)• Visit the Ming Tombs• Visit a Cloisonné Factory• Visit the Great Wall (Mutianyu section)Day 4: Beijing to Xi’anVisit the narrow streets of Beijing’s hutongs where there’s your chance to take a rickshaw ride. With free time later, you could visit the stadiums of the 2008 Olympics or hit the shops before dinner at a local restaurant & our train journey to Xi’an. Overnight Train (B,L,D)• Visit a local hutong• Lunch with a local family• Ride in a RickshawDay 5: Xi’anHead to the iconic Big Wild Goose Pagoda then see how terracotta warriors were made, before a tour of the world famous ‘Terracotta Army’. Tonight maybe opt for a tasty dumpling feast & cultural show before heading out for a taste of Xi’an’s nightlife. Hotel (B,L)• View the Big Wild Goose Pagoda• Visit a Terracotta Warrior Factory• Tour the Terracotta Army complex

Day 6: Xi’an to ShanghaiGet on two wheels with a bike ride on the ancient Xi’an City Walls. An orientation tour of the of the Muslim Quarter before time to shop & taste local specialties. This afternoon it’s a change of scene as we fly to Shanghai & soak up city views from the 88th floor of the Jin Mao Tower. Hotel (B)• Bike Ride on the Xi’an City Wall• Guided Tour of the Xi’an Muslim area• Visit to 88th floor of Jin Mao TowerDay 7: ShanghaiToday’s yours, so maybe get a shopping fix - there’s tons on offer here. Try the City God Temple (Chenghuang Miao) for some bargains before stopping off at the Bund, Shanghai’s famous promenade. This evening you could opt for an amazing Chinese acrobatic show or simply find a spot to take in the party atmosphere of the Shanghai skyline. Hotel (B,D)• Visit the City God Temple Complex• Visit Shanghai’s Bund areaDay 8: Shanghai to YangshuoWe catch a flight to Guilin this morning then head to Yangshuo, located amongst the limestone karsts on the Li River. You could even try a local cooking school to become a master at Chinese cuisine. Hotel (B)Day 9: YangshuoWith a full free day, do your own thing, or opt to try a bamboo raft on the nearby Yulong River. Tonight maybe watch the Impressions Liu Sanjie Show – set on the local mountains & river with light displays, music & over 600 performers. Hotel (B)Day 10: Yangshuo to Hong KongToday it’s a ride through the magical scenery of the Guilin Province, before a change of scene as we catch our flight to the bright lights of Hong Kong. (B)Day 11: Hong KongReach new heights as we head to Victoria Peak for panoramic city views. Later, it’s on to the fishing village of Aberdeen & views of picturesque Repulse Bay. Pick up some gifts for friends & family at Stanley Market & tonight toast our China experience with an authentic local meal. Hotel (B,D)Day 12: Depart Hong KongOur tour ends after breakfast, so it’s time to swap email addresses as you say farewell your Tour Manager & new friends. (B)


Lantau Island, Hong KongThe Forbidden City, Beijing

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12 Days

Terracotta Warriors, Xi’an

View from Victoria Peak, Hong Kong

798 Art Precinct, Beijing


10 nights in 3 star hotels 1 overnight train (more on p.8)


• A dedicated crew with an experienced & professional Tour Manager and English-speaking local guides


• Local taxes & service changes• Tipping for local staff included• 3 internal flights• Transport & included


Heritage sites visited5

Code: CTCHINA 2011

Start Finish US$Beijing Hong Kong pp

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2011AUG 22 SEP 2 2515SEP 5 SEP 16 2515SEP 19 SEP 30 2515SEP 26 OCT 7 2515OCT 3 OCT 14 2515OCT 17 OCT 28 2515OCT 31 nOV 11 2515nOV 14 nOV 25 2515

Prices above are based on twin-share. (multi-share on train) If traveling solo, we can match you with a same sex room-mate at no extra charge.• A single room supplement is available for US$555 A copy of your valid passport is required at time of booking.Tour starts at 6:00pm & ends approx. 9:00am.For departure points & stay longer accommodation options see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance or visa information see p.30.


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Got a question?Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know:

maximum weight of 20 kg (44lbs) plus one small hand/day bag that can be carried with you. There are some things to consider when packing for a Contiki Asia tour:• Due to the large number of flights on Contiki Asia

tours, your luggage needs to meet the weight & restrictions imposed by airlines. These limits are imposed by the airlines, not by Contiki. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred by overweight luggage.

• You are responsible for carrying your own luggage. At times this will be in hotels without elevators (as is common to the region), or onto various forms of transport, such as trains.

• At hotels without elevators, there maybe porters to assist with bags, but this is not guaranteed.

NO EXTERNAL METAL FRAME BACKPACKS PLEASE, their bulky shape makes packing into transports difficult.Use of a backpack/rucksack is suggested, but not required. Wheeled suitcases can be used on Contiki tours in Asia.The Contiki Tour Manager may suggest you store your main luggage & utilize a smaller bag for overnight rail journeys, overnight junk boat or overnight stays at guesthouses. A small daypack/backpack of approx 26L capacity is suggested.

Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on tour. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage insurance is strongly recommended.

Am I expected to tip on tourEvery country in the world has different tipping policies & Asia within service industries, tipping is common practice. Tipping is totally optional and only given if you feel the service has exceeded your expectations. Your tour manager will assist you with any questions about this. All tipping for local guides & drivers is included as part of the local payment. Be aware that services & standards in Asia may not be equivalent to those you find at home. If you think your Contiki team have done an exceptional job than you may wish to tip them. This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely up to you.

Booking SecurityContiki has been running tours for young people since 1962 and is a member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA). USTOA includes all the major tour operators who are financially bonded for your security and who maintain the highest standards. Contiki is also a member of the National Tour Association (NTA) and the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA).

What’s Included?• Coach, train, boat, ferry transport, internal flights &

‘on tour’ airport transfers listed in the ‘What’s included’ section as specified.

• Accommodation, breakfasts, lunches & dinners listed in the ‘What’s included’ section on tour pages.

• Sightseeing listed in the ‘Included highlights’ section in each tour itinerary. Unless specified, entrance fees to these locations are included.

• Experienced Contiki Tour Manager & Local Guides.

What’s not included?• Personal expense money, local payment.• Visas, passport fees, personal insurance & medical fees.• Excess baggage fees & tips for porters.• Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than those

specified on tour pages.• Optional excursions & activities such as cooking

classes etc.• Lunches (unless specified under “What’s included”) &

some dinners.

Are flights included?All flights on specified tour itineraries are included as part of the tour price. External flights to & from the tour are not included.

Local paymentsAs is common practice for touring companies in Asia, Contiki also have local payments on some Asia tours. They cover things like local guides, tipping, transport & included entrances into sightseeing locations as part of the tour. This brings money to the communities in the countries that we visit & helps to reduce the overall price of the tour. Local payments are made on Day 1 of the tour, directly to the Tour Manager in $US cash. The Tour Manager will dispense this local payment on behalf of the group. Information about the local payments can be found below the price panel on each relevant tour page.

Group sizeContiki’s group size in Asia averages around 25, a group size small enough to have an intimate Asian experience but big enough to make the group dynamic rock.

Will I get more information?Upon receipt of final payment, about 2-3 weeks prior to departure, you’ll receive a copy of Contiki’s ‘Travelers Guide’ – an information book about your vacation. You’ll also receive a comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full details & costs of all optional excursions available on your tour.

Your FREE Contiki document wallet & luggage tag* will be sent to you with your travel documents. The wallet is a safe pla ce for your tickets & passports, something you’ll want to keep & use again.

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

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

How much money do I need?You will need to ensure you allow enough money to cover optional lunches & dinners, souvenirs, shopping, drinks, optional activities, entrance fees to some attractions & evening entertainment. When traveling with Contiki in Asia, you’ll find that you’ll often be using local currencies, particularly in remote areas. The local currencies encountered on tour are the Riel (Cambodia), Kip (Laos), Baht (Thailand), Yuan (China) or Dong (Vietnam).The countries we visit rely largely on cash as opposed to credit cards or travelers cheques. In the larger cities you’ll find that established stores will accept credit cards readily, while local market stalls will operate

on a cash only basis – accepting only local currency. Local currency is readily available through cash machines in each country. Obtaining a small amount of local currency before you travel is also a good idea. ATMs that dispense local currency are widely available. However, you can’t depend solely on a credit/debit card for cash as they are not accepted in all areas.We advise you also carry $US cash in small denominations that you can use as an alternate form of payment.Please note that travelers cheques are generally only accepted in big cities at money exchanges or banks to change to local currency.

Explore MoreOptional ActivitiesOptionals are arranged & paid for on tour. By leaving the final decisions until then you can choose at the same time as your new friends. You’ll get great value as we get you great rates. Some activities are seasonal & weather dependent. Our optional activities offered on Contiki Asia tours are operated by 3rd party operators. While every attempt is made to ensure the safety of all activities, the nature of the region means that public liability protection that is offered in many countries, may not be applicable in many cases. A waiver will need to be signed by all tour participants to ensure that these conditions are understood & accepted. We highly recommend comprehensive travel insurance.

Do I need vaccinations?At the time this brochure went to press (November 2010), the following immunizations are recommended for travelers in Southeast Asia by the CDC (US Center for Diseases Control & Prevention): • Diphtheria & tetanus • Hepatitis A• Hepatitis B • Typhoid• Japanese B Encephalitis •RabiesMalaria & dengue fever are also an issue within this region. You should consult a travel doctor who specialises in travel medicines or your local doctor to advise on what vaccinations and/or preventative medicines would be required.Don’t forget to bring with you any medication that you may require en route such as antihistamines, antibiotics, etc.

Do I need visas?Depending on your nationality, you may require visas to enter certain countries included in your tour. You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your tour. Contiki is not legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a tour. Visa & other entry & exit conditions (such as currency, arrival/departure taxes, customs & quarantine regulations) change regularly. In Asia, some visas but not all can be purchased at the border. At www.contiki.com/contikipedia we have put together some information for all of the countries that we visit on our Asia tours. Review contikipedia, consult your travel agent or visit www.embassyworld.com and Zierer Visa Services www.zvs.com/home.aspx?Login=73025.Your passport must have at least six months’ validity remaining when you arrive. Local immigration authorities may deny entry & deport people who do not meet this requirement, even if they intend on staying only for a short period. Important to consider:1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is normally

charged. 2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause you

to miss part of your tour & will result in you incurring considerable expense & inconvenience.

3. It is better to apply for all visas through your travel agent before you leave home. Be aware that some visas can be purchased & arranged on arrival.

4. It is very important that the entry & exit dates are correct on the visa. You or your travel agent will contact Contiki for full details.

How much luggagecan I bring?It is suggested to keep your luggage to a maximum suitcase size of 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”) &

Contiki Vacations Travel Protection PlanPROVIDING YOU WITH “ANY REASON” CANCELLATION FLEXIBILITY AND PEACE OF MIND WHILE YOU TRAVEL: Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan – designed exclusively with the following:Priced at: Trips up to $1,500: $129 per person

Trips $1,501 or greater: $169 per personNote: Prices are subject to change without notice.

SECTION I: TRAVEL ARRANGEMENT PROTECTION - Provided by Contiki Vacations*Trip Cancellation: Up to Total Trip Cost. Reimburses the non-refundable Contiki Vacations cancellation penalties imposed if you must cancel your trip for a covered reason such as illness, injury or death to you, a traveling companion or an immediate family member. Other reasons for cancellation include Common Carrier-caused delays due to inclement weather, jury duty, subpoena, or a documented traffic accident en route to departure, and other reasons as cited in the plan description.The Contiki Vacations “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver**. With the Contiki Vacations “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver, Contiki Vacations will provide you with 100% of the cancellation charges in the form of a future travel credit certificate, should you cancel your tour more than 48 hours prior to your scheduled departure for any reason that is not eligible for cash reimbursement under the Trip Cancellation section of the Travel Protection Plan. Cancellation charges are reimbursed in the form of Contiki Vacations Travel Certificates allowing you a two year credit to travel with us at a later date! Please note that to be eligible for the “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver, you must enroll and pay for the plan within two days of your initial trip deposit. The certificate is valid for two years, is non-transferable and non-refundable and may not be redeemed for cash. Future travel certificates do not include airfare cancellation charges for air arrangements unless those arrangements were provided by Contiki Vacations.Trip Interruption: Up to Total Trip CostTrip Delay: Up to $1,000 ($150/day)

SECTION II: TRAVEL INSURANCE BENEFITS - Underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company***Baggage Protection: Up to $2,500Bag Delay: Up to $500Medical & Dental Expenses: Up to $50,000Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation: Up to $50,000

SECTION III: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE SERVICES - Provided by On Call InternationalWhile the above is not a complete description – a full plan description detailing the terms, conditions and exclusions will be sent to you – we have highlighted just a few of the plan benefits. If you have any Travel Protection Plan questions, or would like to request a copy of the plan description, please call our plan administrator, BerkelyCare, at 1-866-580-4871. You may also view the plan at http://www.berkely.net/travcorp/ctp/faq.htmThe Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan is provided in addition to other applicable indemnity or insurance programs, where permitted by law and shall apply only after benefits have been paid.* For NY residents, Section I Travel Arrangement Protection (Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption & Trip Delay) is underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, Ohio. ** For NY residents only, the “Any Reason” Cancellation Waiver may be purchased separately from the Contiki Vacations Travel Protection Plan. Contact 1-877-722-2195 for details. *** Section II Travel Insurance Benefits, Policy Number MZ0911064H0000A-U are underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, Ohio: NAIC #10952 (all states except as otherwise noted) Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5000. In CA, CT, HI, NE, NH, PA, TN and TX Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5100 and TAHC5200. In IL, IN, KS, LA, OR, OH, VT, WA and WY Policy Forms TAHC5100IPS and TAHC5200IPS.

This plan was designed and is administered by BerkelyCareSM.IN CALIFORNIA: BerkelyCareSM is a service mark of Aon Direct Insurance Administrators, CA Insurance License # 0795465.IN ALL OTHER STATES: BerkelyCareSM is a division of Affinity Insurance Services, Inc. in all states other than CA, except: AIS Affinity Insurance Agency, Inc. in MN and OK and AIS Affinity Insurance Agency in NY. 5864684A

For more info check out contiki.com/contikipedia

Photography creditsPhotos Courtesy of Michael Ali Front Cover. Vietnamese Man. Photos Courtesy of Elise Garner p.2 Chiang Rai hill tribe. p.5 Gold Statue, Monks, Angkor Wat. p.7 Musician. p.8 Tour Managers. p.9 Locally guided tour at the Grand Palace Bangkok. p.14 Karen Hill Tribe Woman. p.15 Temple. p.17 Dinner. p.21 Chiang Rai hill tribe, Night Markets in Siem Reap. p.21 Monks. p.22 Angkor Wat. Photos Courtesy of Jose p.5 Bike ride. Photos Courtesy of Matt Stein p.6 Rickshaw. Photos Courtesy of Christian Lucas Flouch p.6 Reunification Palace. Photos Courtesy of Elise Ackers p.7 Street kids Photos Courtesy of Kevin & Lisa Locklin p.29 Lantau island, Hong Kong. Photos Courtesy of Hong Kong Tourism Board p.29 Victoria Peak, Hong Kong.

Booking conditionsOnce Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below\

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Our respOnsibilities1. YOUR VACATION RESERVATIONOn receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected vacation. A contract is only made between you and us upon your booking being confirmed and accepted by us and our communication thereof to either you or your travel agent. 2. PRICE GUARANTEEa) Tour Prices: Are based on costs, tariffs, taxes, charges, levies and exchange rates as of 16th November, 2010. Should these change, the price of your vacation may increase. If the total price increases by more than 10%, you may cancel, without penalty, within 3 DAYS after we notify you of the increase. Except as explained below, we will not increase the price of your land vacation after we receive your full deposit for your land vacation. In exchange for this guarantee, no refund will be made if the cost factors described above are reduced. We reserve the right to recover from you increases in airline and/or cruise line imposed fuel surcharges and in taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or its agencies.b) Airline Fuel Surcharges & Air-Related Taxes, Fees & Restrictions: All quoted land and air prices include airline fuel surcharges. However, as noted above, we reserve the right to recover from you increases in those surcharges. Additional, air-related taxes and fees apply. See www.contiki.com/taxesandfees for details. Additional, air-related taxes and fees will be passed on to each passenger by Contiki. Any additional fees charged by the airlines, such as baggage handling, seat selections, and/or any other services are the sole responsibility of the passenger(s). Additional air-related restrictions apply. See www.contiki.com/restrictions for details.3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR VACATION3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. 3.2 If a cancellation is made any time prior to the tour departure*, Contiki’s only liability will be to refund the passenger the amount it has received for the booking. Contiki will try and re-book the same or a similar tour and, where flights have been confirmed by Contiki, will attempt to confirm air seats for the new date selected, subject to availability. Contiki is not liable for any changes, amendment or cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements purchased separately.3.3 If an alternative tour is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Contiki vacation without payment of any transfer fee. *Please Note: The departure date constitutes the date indicated on Contiki’s confirmation. If you do not join the tour on the day of departure then cancellation fees will be 100%.3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure (i.e. circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports or ports, industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond Contiki’s control) we will give a full refund of any monies paid to us less reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect of your booking. 3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or rescheduling of any tour departure.4. VACATION DETAILS AND CONDITIONS4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (November 2010) but we cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available, especially where we have no direct control over it.4.2 With respect to their touring program Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing tours and transportation to give you good value for your money.4.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.4.4 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will assume any responsibility or liability if clients special meal requests are not fulfilled.5. LIABILITY5.1 Contiki is responsible for properly arranging and conducting your vacation.5.2 As a Tour Operator, Contiki makes arrangements with carriers, hoteliers and other independent suppliers to provide you with some or all of the travel services you purchase. These parties are independent suppliers over whom Contiki has no direct control. Unless caused by its own negligence, Contiki is not responsible for and accepts no liability in respect of any claims, losses, damages, costs or expenses arising out of:a) personal injury, sickness, disease, accident or death, however caused, including without limitation, where same results from your conduct on vacation.b) loss or damage to or delay of baggage or other property unless resulting from Contiki’s negligence in which case Contiki’s liability shall be limited to the actual loss but in no event would exceed the total vacation cost;c) delays and loss as a result of government action, weather, mechanical breakdown, equipment failure, labor disputes, sickness, acts of war, insurrection, terrorism, Acts of God or any other causes beyond Contiki’s direct control. Contiki cannot be responsible for interruption of air carrier service due to airline default.d) acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise, of suppliers of services or their personnel (including, without limitation, transportation and accommodation services) or of any other person or body unless such a person or body is employed by us, or is an agent of ours, and is acting within the scope of his or her authority. In no event is Contiki liable for the acts or omissions of independent third party contractors or of its own employees or agents acting outside the scope of their duties.e) loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress or frustration, whether physical or mental, resulting from any of the following: (i) any matter or topic described in sub-paragraphs (a) to (d) inclusive above. (ii) your failure to obtain the necessary documentation to travel. (iii) your failure to arrive on time for initial departure or for connections within the tour or to stay within or join your tour at any time after initial departure. (iv) your leaving the tour prior to its completion. (v) the need for Contiki to change itineraries or substitute accommodation or services, provided that Contiki makes every effort to supply the most comparable services and accommodations available. (vi) cancellation of the vacation by Contiki provided that a full refund of all monies paid is made to you.(vii) Many of our activities are action and adventure orientated. Sports and similar activities inherently involve risks of injury greater than those that would be encountered if you were not participating in such, and therefore, by voluntarily taking part in any sports or other such activities, you thereby acknowledge and assume any of the risks inherent therein. In the absence of negligence on our part, or on the part of our agents and representatives, neither

we nor they accept any responsibility for, and shall not be liable for, any injury, illness, damage, loss, accident, expense, delay or any other irregularity resulting from your participation in any of the activities made available to you.(viii) We take every reasonable precaution possible to assure your comfort, safety, and enjoyment while you are taking part in a Contiki vacation. Contiki vacations are generally for the young, and not for the frail or those not generally enjoying good health. A change of climate, food, time and varied cultural habits often affects travelers differently. We therefore recommend that you advise your doctor that you are taking one of our vacations and ask if he or she recommends anything for your trip, even for something as seemingly benign as an upset stomach. Since the brands of any medication to which you are accustomed may be unavailable in places to which you are traveling, we recommend you bring your own supply of any medication you will require and carry such medication in your hand luggage. Prescription drugs should be carried in the original labeled bottles. Should you fall ill during your Contiki vacation, we will make every reasonable effort to make prompt, sanitary, safe and proper medical care available to you. However, if at anytime or anywhere treatments of any sort are suggested to you that do not meet your needs or expectations, you should not hesitate to contact your own doctor. Also, please note that the same sorts of activities that can expose you to certain types of diseases at home can just as easily expose you to those same diseases abroad. This information is provided only for your convenience and we are not responsible or liable for any damages resulting from your failure to confirm or ascertain health information or medical precaution, if any, for the places which you will be visiting. (ix) Contiki is responsible for taking care to arrange and conduct your vacation properly. With you in mind, we have accepted applications from and interviewed numerous potential employees, and then we select only those people whom we believe in our best judgement would be responsible and congenial, Tour Managers, Representatives and Drivers. Although we firmly believe, based on personal interviews and certain disclosures made to us by our employees, that all of our employees enjoy excellent health, we, like other tour operators, are legally unable to confirm this in most, if not all, instances.YOur respOnsibilities1. BOOKING YOUR VACATION1.1 In order to reserve your vacation, a deposit of US$200, per person per tour, or the full amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of departure, must be submitted to Contiki by you in respect of that vacation. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a first installment of the vacation price by Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent.1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non- transferable, non-refundable deposit of US$200 per person for the first tour booked and then a deposit of US$200 for second and subsequent tours booked which must be paid within 3 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.2. PAYING THE BALANCE2.1 The balance of the vacation price must be paid by no later than 45 days before your scheduled vacation departure date which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Contiki.2.2 Air Payment: Upon receipt of full air payment, your airfare, tax and fuel surcharge are final. This would be regardless of any future price fluctuation in either direction.2.3 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 below will be levied by Contiki.2.4 Tickets and other documents won’t be forwarded until fullpayment has been received by us.2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of yourdeparture, the full cost of the vacation will be payableimmediately on booking and we reserve the right to provide all travel documents at the vacation departure point. 2.6 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods.2.7 Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 21 days prior to tour departure* (providing full payment has been received). All bookings are subject to an $8 per booking document delivery fee. However, if travel documents are required the next day or earlier than 21 days prior to departure* (providing full payment has been received), a fee of $35 per mailing will apply. Bookings made and/or payments received within 30 days of departure* incur a $35 per mailing document delivery fee. Any documents delivered outside the USA will incur a minimum fee of $50. The actual cost will be advised at time of booking.3. IF YOU CANCEL3.1 If notice of cancellation is received by Contiki 45 days prior to tour departure*, the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit will be retained along with the Travel Protection.3.2 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing directly to Contiki.3.3 The following scale of charges will apply when notice of cancellation is given after booking is confirmed:COACH TOURS (LAND ONLY)No. of days prior to Cancellation Fee tour departure* as a % of the total land price.No. of days prior to Cancellation Fee Tour departure* as % of the total land fee45 days or more: The non-refundable deposit45-22 days: 25% of tour fare21-8 days: 30% of tour fare7-1 days: 50% of tour fareDay of departure*/No show: 100%Extra night hotel accommodation that are cancelled within 14 days of booked date will incur 100% cancellation fee, outside 14 days the following fees will be charged:45-22 days 25%21-15 days 30%AIR ARRANGEMENTSThese cancellation charges apply for airline arrangements made by Contiki: Prior to Airline Ticketing service fee - $50 per person After Airline Ticketing service fee - $75 per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the air ticket value. 3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your tour or resort booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the tour departure incur a 100% cancellation fee.3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent.3.6 Please note that Contiki is not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from the air and land included package. * Please note: the departure date constitutes the date indicated on Contiki’s

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4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an alternative departure date or you wish to change to a different Contiki vacation, you may do so subject to availability and provided the new vacation date is also in this brochure.4.2 A fee of US$30 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Any alterations, risk the loss of air space or increased airfares. Name changes or corrections will be treated as a cancellation of air and all normal air cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary within 45 days of tour departure will be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value in which case a US$30 per person amendment fee will be charged.5. VACATION DETAILS AND CONDITIONS5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, etc are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style.5.2 Contiki’s vacations are specifically planned for those in the 18 through 35 age group. Consequently the facilities and activities on a Contiki tour are not appropriate to persons outside this age bracket. If you have a question regarding the age groups, you should discuss this thoroughly with Contiki staff personnel.5.3 Contiki strives to provide a safe, enjoyable and memorable travel experience for all passengers. Contiki welcomes passengers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following:• Passengers are required to advise Contiki, in advance, of any physical,

medical or other special needs that require accommodation. • All guests must ensure they are medically and physically fit for travel. Contiki

may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the tour. Contiki may also exclude an individual from participating in a tour or an activity if that individual’s participation poses a direct threat to health or safety.

• Contiki does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, toileting or dressing). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any passenger who requires services of a personal nature.

• Contiki does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense. Contiki is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on tour, or for the quality of the care or services received.

• Passengers should be aware some tours include rough terrain, extensive walking over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement, steps and locations which may not be easily accessible or accessible by wheelchair. During the tour, Contiki may make arrangements with carriers, hotels and other independent suppliers to provide travel services. These parties are independent entities over which Contiki has no control. Accommodations on international tours may differ from those in the United States. Contiki cannot guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers traveling on international tours.

• Contiki may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Contiki’s terms and conditions. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a tour. Passengers agree not to hold Contiki or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these terms and conditions.

5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the vacation.5.5 There may be times when the Contiki Tour Manager or Representative has to make a decision in your best interest or the best interests of their group. You agree to comply with the authority and decisions of the appointed Contiki Tour Manager or Representative and the laws of the country in which you are traveling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Tour Manager’s or Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment and well being of other members on the tour or the smooth operation of the vacation itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the tour. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travelers and any Contiki Representative has the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behavior by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously and may result in the immediate termination of your vacation. In either event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation and related costs and have no claims against us.5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation. You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff and/or a Contiki Tour Manager as soon as it is discovered.5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating organizations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident or incident.5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected vacation as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws.5.8 You agree that our Contiki Tour Managers or Representatives may take photographs and films of you while you are on vacation and that these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs and/or films.5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the vacation, you should inform the Contiki Representative during the course of the vacation and if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavors to do so during the vacation, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the vacation but within 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. Any claims made after the 42 day period will not be considered by Contiki. If you choose to write to Contiki via the Internet, please provide your home address so that we are able to reply to you in writing.5.10.1 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators under this brochure and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of the State of California, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of any dispute between the parties. 5.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforcable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity and enforcability of the other provisions shall not be affected.5.10.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/client costs.

6. INSURANCE Contiki highly suggests taking out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before you will be accepted on a Contiki vacation. With the insurance of BerkelyCare we are able to offer comprehensive travel insurance at group discount rates (see details on p.30). If you wish to have this valuable protection, please advise your Travel Agent to request the insurance and to include the cost of insurance when sending in your vacation deposit. Please note that there will be no travel insurance provided unless you request it from your Travel Agent and the payment is forwarded to Contiki. Complete details of the coverage limitations and exclusions are contained in the documents of insurance which will be included with your vacation invoice. Please check that the insurance covers all the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities.7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISMIn the event of your withdrawal from a vacation after the commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the tour.8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE VACATION PRICEAirfares (unless you purchase a land+air package), air-related taxes and fees passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to tour managers, representatives, drivers and local guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, and optional excursions.9. WEATHER CONDITIONSUnder no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any vacation be cancelled or amended by you at any time on the basis of snow or weather conditions.GenerAl1. CONTRACTING PARTIES1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you and Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duly authorized officer or director of Contiki. 1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating company. At any time and at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you.1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international convention which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers and other service providers are subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. While we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third-parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for handicapped clients (see also 5.3 under Vacation Details & Conditions).1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a vacation from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser.1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.1.7 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators under this brochure and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of The State of California, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of dispute between the parties.1.8 In the case of computer or human billing error we reserve the right to reinvoice passenger with correct billings.2. USTOA $1 MILLION TRAVELERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. Contiki Vacations shares the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Assistance Program with affiliates of The Travel Corporation who, as an Active member of the USTOA is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of Contiki Vacations customers in the unlikely event of The Travel Corporation bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of businesss. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by The Travel Corporation may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments recieved by Contiki Vacations. Complete details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 275 Madison Avenue, Suite 2014, New York, New York 10016, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com2. VAliDitYThe programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from January 2011 to April 2012.

3. OperAtinG COMpAniesContiki’s Asian programs are operated as a division of Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd. Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd. is a subsidiary of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Picquet House, St. Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 1AF, Channel Islands..

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

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

How to book

Contiki Vacations801 E Katella Ave. 3rd Floor Anaheim CA 92805

AdministrationTel: (714) 935 0808 Fax: (714) 935 2556

ReservationsTel: (800) CONTIKI

(800) 266 8454Fax: (714) 935 2556Web: contiki.com

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• Contact your local travel agent, call Contiki at 1-800-CONTIKI or visit contiki.com to confirm that there’s space on the tour you have chosen. At the same time you can book your hotel accommodation before and/or after your Contiki tour if offered by Contiki.

• At the time of booking, you must pay a non-refundable deposit of US$200 per person for first tour and US$200 per person for second and subsequent tours which must be received by Contiki within 3 days. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent.

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

• The balance of the reservation must be received by Contiki no less than 45 days before the departure date, or at the time of booking if less than 45 days before departure. If payment is not received by Contiki we will not be responsible for lost land and air reservations.

• Contiki will then send your travel documents and detailed information to you or your travel agent about your vacation.

IMPORTANT By paying the US$200 deposit per person per tour to your travel agent, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on p.31 which make up the contract between you and Contiki.

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