Contiki Holidays South Pac eBrochure 2015/16 (GBP)

Australia & New Zealand

15/16Including diving, sailing, festivals & ski options

This is your youth. You only get to live it once,

but if you do it right once is more than enough

Live life on your own terms - create the stories

now that you’ll recount for decades to come

Make new friends from new places

Travel a lot. It’s the only thing you’ll buy

that’ll make you richer

Celebrate individuality, diversity, connections& a little bit of craziness

Find comfort outside your comfort zone

See the world through youthful eyes, a little bit of naivety & a truckload of optimism

Live for the moment. Have #NOREGRETS,just memories

And above all... Make every moment count.

#NOREGRETSTHE PHILOSOPHY

- RACHEL WOLCHIN

CONTENTS

Where we go 06What you’ll get 08The Contiki facts 12Deals, deals, deals 13Ways to stay 14Taste 16Contiki Cares 19Mix & Match 20

AUSTRALIA 22-30DISCOVERY PLUS TRIPS 31The Big Walkabout 32Beaches & Reefs 34Reefs & Rainforests 36Sunsets & Surf 38

HIGH ENERGY TRIPS 40City to Surf 41The Sunseeker 42

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRIPS 43Tropical Wonder 44Island & Rainforest 45Alice & Kakadu 47Outback Adventure 48Rock & Red 50

FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS 51Sydney NYE 52Splendour in the Grass 53

SAILING & DIVE TRIPS 54Whitsundays & Dive 55

NEW ZEALAND 56-64DISCOVERY PLUS TRIPS 65The Big Tiki 66Kiwiana Panorama 68

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRIPS 70Sun & Steam 71Northern Choice 72Sweet as South 74

EASY PACE TRIPS 76Fire & Ice (New for 2015) 77

SHORT STAYS 78Jaffas & Jandals 78

WINTER & SKI 79Ultimate NZ Ski 80

Got a question? 82Booking conditions 83How to book 84

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THE CONTIKI DIFFERENCE18-35s ONLYYour boss, that crazy aunt… they’re great people but

chances are you don’t want to be travelling with them.

Our trips are 18-35s only. So you’ll only ever be exploring

with young, like-minded travellers just like yourself.

LOCAL EXPERTSWith your nose stuck in a map, you’ll miss out on the best

parts of Australia & New Zealand. Every Contiki trip comes

with an awesome team bursting with local knowledge – a

Trip Manager to take care of the logistics, a Trip Driver to

take you to all the hotspots without the hassle, plus Local

Guides in some destinations to give you an authentic

insight into the places you visit.

LOCAL EXPERIENCESAustralia & New Zealand have two of the world’s most

unique cultures, so we help you discover everything you

want & need to know (and more). From Aboriginal history

& art, to Maori culture & customs, it’s all about up-close

experiences you’ll never forget. And it doesn’t stop with

people! Get up close to some of these countries furrier

friends, like koalas, kangaroos & kiwi birds!

CHOICE, CHOICE & MORE CHOICETwo unique countries & five amazing ways to travel –

there’s something for everyone. Choose a Discovery Plus

trip & see & do it all in Australia, or an In-Depth Explorer

trip in New Zealand to really get under the skin of this

amazing country. Each travel style is designed with

a different type of traveller in mind, so which type of

traveller are you?

MORE INCLUDEDOur trips include everything you need to have the best

travel experience of your life. We take care of all the boring

logistics like booking hotels, finding the best spots for

dinner & getting you from place to place. And the sights?

You’ll get VIP access to the icons, so try not to look too

smug as you skip to the front of the line at Auckland’s

Sky Tower, or when you’re sipping champagne in front of

Uluru! One thing’s for sure, it’s amazing value you won’t

find anywhere else – see pages 8 & 9 for more details on

what’s included.

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SYDNEY

ALICE SPRINGS

COFFS HARBOUR

SURFERS PARADISE

FRASER ISLAND

CAIRNS

KINGS CANYON

TENNANT CREEK

KATHERINE

KAKADU N.P.DARWIN

BYRON BAY

NOOSA

CATTLE STATION

cape tribulation

ULURURINGS

CAIRNS

CREEK

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SYDNEY

COFFS HARBOUR

BYRON BAY

KINGS CA

ULUALICE SPR

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TENNANT C

ATHERINE

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NEW SOUTH WALES

QUEENSLAND

NORTHERNTERRITORY

VICTORIA

TASMANIA

SOUTHAUSTRALIA

WESTERNAUSTRALIA

WHITSUNDAYS(Daydream Island)

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CAPE TRIBULATION With white

sand beaches, turquoise water &

endless rainforest, Cape Tribulation is

an incredible destination like no other.

Let us show you why we love this

unique part of Oz.

THE WHITSUNDAYS Home to the

most beautiful beach in the world

(Whitehaven) & the Great Barrier

Reef, the Whitsundays are without

a doubt a must-see. Sit back, relax &

enjoy the heavenly white beaches

& crystal clear waters.

THE OUTBACK Unimaginable

landscapes, Uluru sunsets &

Aboriginal culture – the Outback

has it all. Sleep under the stars,

see stunning Aboriginal rock art

dating back thousands of years

& toast a drink at Uluru as the

sun goes down.

WHERE WE GO

BYRON BAY Head to legendary

Byron Bay for the ultimate laid-back

surfer vibe. This town will leave you

wanting more, home to some of the

best surf spots, beautiful beaches for

topping up those tans, amazing food

& a great nightlife.

SYDNEY With the famous harbour

bridge, iconic Opera House & beautiful

beaches, Sydney has it all. Head to the

quirky cafes, funky boutiques or make a

splash in the ocean. Or if you’re looking

for something faster paced, embrace the

city streets & late nights in some of city’s

great hotspots.

PAIHIA

WELLINGTON

QUEENSTOWN

Christchurch

WAITOMO ROTORUA

TAUPO

LAKEOHAU

DUNEDIN

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIER

AUCKLAND

milfordsound

NORTHISLAND

SOUTHISLAND

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WAITOMO Famous for

the incredible Waitomo

Caves, a stunning

subterranean world for

you to explore. Tour the

Glowworm Grotto covered

in twinkling insects, or

if you crave a bit of

adventure head deeper

into the caves & tube in

the underground river!

FRANZ JOSEF & FOX GLACIERNew Zealand’s iconic glacial spot, get ready to

hit the ice. Take a glacier hike & feel like you’ve

conquered the world or see the stunning views

from the sky with a heli ride & glacier-walk.

WE VISIT SOME PRETTY INCREDIBLE PARTS OF AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND, FROMTHE CULTURE-HEAVY RED CENTRE OF AUSTRALIA TO THE BREATHTAKING MILFORD SOUND IN NEW ZEALAND. WITH AN ENDLESS AMOUNT OF EXPERIENCES TO BE HAD, THE ONLY QUESTION IS – WHERE WILL YOUR ADVENTURE TAKE YOU?

QUEENSTOWN Welcome to legendary Queenstown,

the adventure capital of the world. Get the adrenaline

pumping with endless adventure activities from bungy

jumps & Shotover Jet boat rides to canyon swings,

luging & gondolas – Queenstown has them all!

MILFORD SOUND Take a day trip to

the stunning Milford Sound, a fusion

of spectacular natural beauty with

amazing 360º views. Described as the

eighth wonder of the world, this is a

sight not to be missed.

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WHAT YOU’LL GET

It’s all about the freedom & flexibility to explore

your way, and we have a range of amazing ME

Time optionals for you to choose from, including

the stunning Milford Sound in New Zealand or the

Harbour Bridge Climb in Australia. Look for the M symbol on your trip itineraries for a taste of what’s

available & find out more at contiki.com/metime

We’ve scouted the best parts of each destination

& included them in the cost of the trip so there’s no

way you’ll miss out on the iconic gotta-see’s or local

secrets. Like the best view of the incredible Kakadu

landscape, the perfect place to watch the sunset over

Uluru or skipping the queues at Auckland’s Sky Tower.

ME TIME

Important: ME Time optional activities are not included in the price of your trip. They are run by 3rd party operators & on occasions, for some of the activities, travellers may be required to sign a waiver to participate.

Before you leave, it’s important that you check your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities & be aware that some of our optionals can be physically demanding & may involve some risk.

THE BEST INCLUSIONS

MILFORD SOUND ULURU


BETTER WAYS TO TRAVEL UNBEATABLE VALUE

Contiki is all about the best sights, more inclusions,

culture, epic memories & no hassle. It’s pretty simple

– you can’t do what we do, for less, and with your own

exclusive team. Head to contiki.com/compare to see

how Contiki measures up going it alone in Australia or

New Zealand vs travelling with us.

Getting from A to B can be a bit of a headache

if you don’t know the country, let’s be honest.

Make sure you don’t turn your exciting adventure

into an exhausting one. Choose to travel with us &

keep it easy. We get you from place to place the

quickest way possible, whether it’s by our modern,

air-conditioned coaches or by plane in New Zealand,

giving you more time to explore a new city & less

time fumbling with a map.

FOUR WHEEL DRIVING ON FRASER ISLAND BAY OF ISLANDS

wwwwww

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GREAT BARRIER REEF

CHECK OUT CONTIKI.COM/COMPARE FOR EVEN MORE WAYS TO SAVE WHEN TRAVELLING WITH CONTIKI

Prices and exchange rates validated at 9th January 2015 at the locations stated. Actual costs may change without notice. Sightseeing cost comparison is based on activities similar to those included in a

Contiki trip price. Contiki New Zealand pricing based on The Big Tiki trip (p.66) visiting Auckland. Contiki Australia pricing based on the Reefs & Rainforests trip (p.36) visiting Sydney.

WITH CONTIKI GOING IT ALONE

ACCO

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Good morning Queenstown!Hotel (Included)

Right… let’s see if TripAdvisor was right! Hotel (NZ$150 per night)

BREA

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

Love treating myself to breakfast but it all adds up! (NZ$20)

TRAN

SPOR

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Travelling on this coach is easy & hassle free. (Included)

Hauling my luggage & buying tickets is getting a bit painful… (NZ$45)

MEA

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EXPE

RIEN

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I’ve had a ‘Ferg’ (NZ$11) & tried Queenstown’s best pizza… (Included)

Ferg Burger (From NZ$11) & Dinner…(NZ$25)

YOUR

TEA

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Finding someone to watch your bags & get directions off can be painful.

EXPE

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Visited a Maori Village, been up the Sky Tower, rode the Shotover Jet and…Beer tasting at the Speights brewery!(All included)

How far will my budget stretch? I can afford about half of what I want to do.

ME

TIM

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Bungy, canyon swing – with Contiki it’s all at great prices, and skipping the queue right to the action.

Bungy jump (NZ$195), Canyon Swing (NZ$199), Jetboat ride (NZ$129)

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Learning all about the local culture from our team. (Included)

Loving these locally guided tours. (NZ$35)

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Trip from NZ$183 per day with some killer included experiences.

NZ$286 for the basics, plus hundreds more on the iconic adventure activities.


AUSTRALIANEW ZEALANDWITH CONTIKI GOING IT ALONE

ACCO

MM

ODAT

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Loving the hotel, super

central in Sydney

(Included)

Ouch, Sydney is expensive!

(A$140 per night)

BREA

KFAS

T Waking up to breakfast

just downstairs is so easy.

(Included)

Now…where do I go for

breakfast…? (A$17)

TRAN

SPOR

T Coach right outside – yes

please. Loving being

shown around the city.

(Included)

Now where is the train

station again? Urgh I’m

lost. (A$23 per day)

MEA

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EXPE

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Aussie cook your own

BBQ. (Included)

The food here is amazing

– but expensive! (A$50)

YOUR

TEA

M Loving my Trip Manager.

(Included)

Concierge told me where

the bus & train stations

were, so I guess that’s

a start.

ME

TIM

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The BridgeClimb – it’s a

MUST! All pre-booked for

a great price with Contiki.

(A$198)

Been saving up to do the

Harbour Bridge Climb

– the view up here is

amazing! (A$248)

SIGH

TSEE

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Opera House, Darling

Harbour, Mrs Macquarie’s

Chair & Chinatown,

the Blue Mountains

– including a hike at

Wentworth Falls…

incredible.

(All included)

There’s this place called

Manly that apparently is

THE place to people watch

local surfers… but how

do I get there? (A$14.80

return ferry ticket) What

else… Blue Mountains!

Need a car for that.

(A$140)

TOTA

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Trip from A$189* per

day plus (A$198) for

BridgeClimb.

A$237 per day

(average cost per day for

2 days)’ plus A$248 for

Bridge Climb.

CONTIKI TRIPSFROM £102 P/D

GOING IT ALONEFROM £147 P/D

CONTIKI TRIPSFROM £102 P/D

GOING IT ALONEFROM £128 P/D

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HERE’S A LITTLE SNAPSHOTOF WHY TRAVELLING WITH CONTIKI IS AN EXPERIENCE

UNLIKE ANY OTHER.

CONTIKI.COM/COMPARE

IS ALL WE DO

SAVE YOU TIMESay NO to wasting precious

travel time. Take to the

destinations like a pro & let

us take care of the hassle.

No waiting for transportation,

no lining up for tickets, no

looking for tourist info centres,

ATMs, or bathrooms

ALL ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED, EVERY

NIGHT!

No researching on TripAdvisor necessary with Contiki!

TRAVEL PIONEERSWe’re the original travel

company for young

explorers & after

53 years, we’re still the

original & the best

1000Contiki team members

around the world

ME TIME = FREE TIME

The only thing fixed is your

destination – the rest is up to you

YOU CAN DO IT!50% of our travellers

go solo. It’s all about a great

blend of groups, couples & friends

– all like-minded explorers

TRANSPORT INCLUDED From comfy coaches, internal

flights & boat rides, it’s all

about experiencing a range of

ways to explore your chosen

destination

INCLUDED TEAMOur trips have a Trip Manager & Driver, plus Local Guides in

some destinations, all included & with you 24/7! It’s priceless

knowledge & insight into the destinations you can’t get if

you travel alone. Leave the hard work to us & do what you

came to do – have fun!


Triple share options available

in New Zealand to stretch your

budget even further

TRIPLE SHARE IN NZ

CHECK OUT THE BEST DEALSON CONTIKI TRIPS AT

CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

We don’t charge our travellers

fees for using a credit card to

pay for our trips

NO CARD FEES!

Once you’ve booked, register online,

share it with your family & friends &

pay off your trip over time!

PART PAY

Travelled with us or one

of our sister companies

before? Welcome back

to the family with 5%

additional discount

TRAVELLING AGAIN?

We believe in the principle of the more the merrier! Start early & get your mates on

board for an amazing adventure.

HERE’S HOW YOU CAN SAVE,

IT’S REALLY PRETTY SIMPLE

• 4 OR MORE – everyone saves 5%

• 7 OR MORE – everyone saves 7.5%

• 10 OR MORE – everyone saves 10%(or…invite an 11th & shout them - or yourself - for free!)

BOOK WITH FRIENDS BOOK EARLY & SAVE

Check contiki.com/deals

for great ways to save

throughout the year when

booking your trip

The facts: All these discounts apply to the land portion of your trip price only (this excludes taxes, included flight costs, extra accommodation, any applicable food funds & optional activities. Your trip price

does not include the costs of international flights to/from Australia/New Zealand that start or end your trip). You can combine loyalty discounts (‘Travelling Again’) , group discounts (‘Book with Friends’)

multi trip discounts (‘2 or more’) on trips of 7 days or longer. Group discounts (‘Book with friends’) is available on all trips.

BOOK 2 OR MORE TRIPS

Can’t get enough of Contiki?

We know the feeling.

Book 2 trips of 7+ days & get

£25 off your second trip!

MIX & MATCH

Combine Australia &

New Zealand trips of

7+ days with Contiki

& save £25

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WAYS TO STAY

A BAD NIGHT’S SLEEP MAKES FOR A GRUMPY TRAVELLER, FACT. THAT’S WHY WITH OUR ACCOMMODATION, WE’VE PUT COMFORT, LOCATION AND GREAT FACILITIES AT THE TOPOF THE PRIORITY LIST.

RAINFOREST LODGE,FRANZ JOSEF

Sleep surrounded by rainforest

in a Franz Josef lodge.

KINGS CREEK STATION

Get a real taste of the Outback

at Kings Creek station.

TANOA ASPEN HOTEL,QUEENSTOWN

Wake up to sunrise over beautiful

Lake Wakitipu in Queenstown.

TANOA PAIHIA HOTEL,BAY OF ISLANDS

Have a serene stay surrounded by

natural bush & only minutes away

from the stunning wharf at the

Tanoa Paihia Hotel, Bay of Islands.

Stay on the edge of the famous

hot springs in Roturua with

stunning lakeside views at the

Sudima Hotel.

– SUDIMA HOTEL, ROTURUA


CENTRALLY LOCATED HOTELSA holiday isn’t really a holiday without a little luxury. Get a good night’s sleep

with home comforts, think fluffy towels, cosy duvets, en-suites and WiFi.

We’ve even sorted gyms for all you work hard, play hard advocates.

SPECIAL STAYSWe mix up your hotel stays with Contiki’s special overnight experiences with

nights spent in a comfy swag under the stars, on a working outback cattle

ranch or beachside at our Surf Camp.

With single, multi-share & twin-share options available, you can choose a

rooming option to suit your budget. Travelling solo? We don’t charge for

single supplements – we’ll simply match you up with a same sex room-mate.

STAY LONGERTake advantage of our specially negotiated ‘Stay Longer’ hotel rates & look

up departure information for your trip including times & departure points in

each city at www.contiki.com/staylonger

AUSTRALIS NOOSA LAKES, NOOSA

Relax in style on the tranquil

Noosa River only minutes from

Australis Noosa Lakes, Noosa.

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NOMADS HOSTEL, BYRON BAY

Chill out in the heart of Byron

Bay at the Nomads Hostel.

VISIT CONTIKI.COM FOR MORE DETAILS OF OUR AWESOME ACCOMMODATION

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AUSTRALIANEW ZEALAND


Food: a travelling essential. It’s no

secret that cracking into the heart of

a destination is through the stomach.

And no one likes a hungry traveller!

Sure, they’re not the home of pasta, pizza

or beef bourguignon, but it’s not hard to

see why Australia & New Zealand serve

up some of the world’s freshest & best

tastes (and some of the world’s best

wines). And this is how we do it:

Breakfast: Fuel up on breakfast, included every day of your adventure.

Lunch: Don’t cut the day short for an included lunch, follow your nose to a café, grab a flat white or do as the locals do & grab some food on the go & lay back in the sun, people watch & relax.

Dinner: Think delicious. Don’t be fooled by what others might say they offer, it’s all about the real experience & good, quality tastes. See opposite for what you can expect with us.

TASTE BUDS, PREPARE:

Australia: Surf club dinner & drinks, traditional

Aussie cookout, and an Aussie cook your own BBQ

experience are just a hint of what you’ll try when

you travel with us.

New Zealand: Maori Hangi dinner & show,

fish’n’chips, Ferg Burger (yes, you heard it right),

and a traditional kiwi BBQ feast are just a taste of

what you can expect.

• BREAKFAST DAILY • PLENTY OF FOODIE ME TIME • INCLUDED LOCAL MEALS

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VISIT TREADRIGHT.ORG TO CHECK OUT OUR EXCITING NEW PARTNERSHIPS WITH WILDAID AND ALLIANCE FOR ARTISAN ENTERPRISE

CONTIKI CARESCONTIKI HAS AN INSATIABLE APPETITE FOR DISCOVERING NEW THINGS IN EVERY NOOK & CRANNY OF THE WORLD.

To continue sharing our discoveries with

young travellers for decades & centuries

to come, we need to respect & protect

those places through everything that

we do.

Powered by the Treadright Foundation,

Contiki Cares is on a very exciting

journey; a journey to create a community

of young & passionate people who

simultaneously live with conscience

& live to travel.

Visit Contiki.com/contikicares for more

info on our projects & what we do.

5 WAYS TO TREAD LIGHTLY WHEN TRAVELLING

1. Bring a reusable

water bottle

and reduce the

use of plastics.

2. Explore cities

by foot, bike or

public transport

on your ME Time

to reduce your

carbon footprint.

3. Switch off when

you’re not in your

hotel room to

conserve energy.

4. Buy local – you’ll

support the

communities you

visit and help reduce

shipping from other

countries.

5. Conserve water in

hotels by turning

off the taps when

not in use – water

is a scarce resource

in many of the

countries we visit.

TIMELINE OF CONTIKICARES PROJECTSSince 2011, Contiki has partnered

with some incredible ocean-based

organisations and people, including

Céline Cousteau, providing support

for sustainability and conservation

initiatives and educating travellers

through Earth Month expeditions.

Check out contiki.com/storytellers

to see our latest expedition.

2011Sustainable Coastlines

2013Shark Savers

2012MAR Leadership

2012Oceana

2014Sea Turtle Conservancy

2014Surfrider Australia

Did you know coach travel

has been proven to reduce

congestion and cause less

pollution per passenger mile than

any other transportation option?

Contiki’s coach fleet is efficient

and complies with AU & NZ

emissions standards.

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BEACHES & REEFS (P.34)

2 WHITSUNDAYS(Daydream Island)

Victoria

NEW SOUTH WALES

QUEENSLAND

Northern Territory

South Australia

WesternAustralia

NOOSA2

CATTLE STATION

1

BYRON BAY1

SURFERS PARADISE 2

COFFS HARBOUR1

SYDNEY2

CAIRNS2

MIX, MATCH

TO MAKE SURE YOU GET THE BEST CONTIKI HAS TO OFFER IN THE SOUTH PACIFIC, BOOK 2 TRIPS THAT MATCH UP AND SAVE £25 (COMBINABLE WITH OTHER DISCOUNTS). THAT WAY YOU’LL SEE THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THESE INCREDIBLE COUNTRIES IN ONE GO!

Many airlines can sort your trip so you fly into

Sydney and out of Auckland (for example) with a

great trans-Tasman connection in-between.

Speak to your travel agent or Contiki representative

for more Mix and Match options to suit your travel

times & budget.


FIJI HONOLULU

WITH EASY & AFFORDABLEAIR LINKS BETWEEN SYDNEY& AUCKLAND, WELLINGTON

& CHRISTCHURCH, IT’S EASY TO LINK UP YOUR TRIPS & START THE

ADVENTURE. SPEAK TO YOUR TRAVEL AGENT OR CONTIKI REP

FOR MORE DETAILS

SWEET AS SOUTH (P.74)

QUEENSTOWN

LAKE OHAU

FRANZ JOSEF& FOX GLACIER

DUNEDIN

Wellington

Christchurch

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& SEE MORE

FIJI Break up your journey to

Australia or New Zealand with

a relaxing stopover on the Fiji

Islands. White sand beaches

& cloudless skies - get ready

to become a beach bum! With

easy access to both Australia &

New Zealand enjoy this beach

paradise before you start your

Contiki adventure.

HONOLULU 2 & 4 NIGHT STAYSFROM £199

Contiki has 2 & 4 night packages

at Queen Kapiolani Hotel in

Honolulu on the beautiful island

of Oahu, walking distance from

the famous Waikiki Beach!

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/HAWAII

To visitors it’s known as the Land Down Under, to locals it’s

known as ‘Straya’, and to anyone who steps foot on its world

famous beaches, Australia is known simply as paradise. Come see

what makes Australia a haven for young travellers, with lively cities,

epic nightlife & chilled out beach towns. Your sun-kissed glow might

fade, but your love for this vibrant country will last forever.

contiki.com/australia

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AUSTRALIA

HIGH ENERGY2 TRIPS, 7–10 DAYSSun, sights & action is what makes these shorter trips a snappy

experience of East Coast faves. Late nights, all the sites, & so

much more.

• Epic sights

• Amazing nightlife

• A high energy experience

See & do it all as you experience a lot of Oz in the

time you’ve got. With lots of experiences included

& cool ways to stay, it’s adventure-filled days from

Sydney to Darwin & everywhere in-between.

• See more

• Do more

• More included

• Unique accommodation experiences

• Central overnights

DISCOVERY PLUS4 TRIPS, 12–25 DAYS

SAILING & DIVELearn to dive in the famous Great Barrier

Reef, or if you’re already a pro then get right

into the action! When you’re in Oz you can

choose to get out on the water in the incredible

Whitsunday Islands, an un-missable experience.

5 WAYSTO GO

FESTIVALS & SHORT STAYS2 TRIPS, 4–5 DAYSFrom a music festival that rocks to ringing in NYE in

one of the world’s greatest cities, let us take you

there while we take care of the hassle.

• Breakfast included

• Choice of ways to stay

• Festival & NYE experiences

1 incredible country, 15 trips,

from 3–25 days. We make getting

around this epic country easy, AND

pack it with all the highlights.

Important info: For the Snorkel to Adventure trip & the Learn to Dive trip, an Australian diving medical certifi cate is needed.

It can be arranged at a cost of A$60 on Day 1. Some taxes are payable directly to Pro Dive at the end of the course including

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IN-DEPTH EXPLORER5 TRIPS, 5–11 DAYSDive deep into these unique

Aussie areas as you find out

what really makes them tick.

Local Guides & less travel time

make these trips all about getting

into the heart of the destination.

• More Local Guides

• More 2-night stays

• Less travel time

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ME TIMEIt’s your trip, which is why we include lots of

ME Time to give you the freedom to create your

perfect Australian experience.

Do your own thing. Chill out on the beach, check

out quirky boutiques in Sydney’s Surry Hills or

enjoy a beer in the sunshine.

Choose a ME Time optional. Whether it’s climbing

the Sydney Harbour Bridge, white water rafting

in Tully or getting a bird’s eye view of the desert

from a hot air balloon, we’ll keep you entertained!

Ask your Trip Manager for helpful tips and advice

to get the most from your adventure.

BUCKET LIST

• Snorkel or dive, Great Barrier Reef

• Bridge Climb, Sydney

• Ziplining, Cape Tribulation

• Tandem Skydive, Surfers Paradise

• Outback Balooning, Alice Springs

• Helicopter flight over Uluru

• Kayaking Safari, Byron Bay

• Sailing, Whitehaven Beach

• Harley ride, Uluru


VISITCONTIKI.COM/METIMEFOR WHAT YOU COULD

GET UP TO ME TIME OPTIONAL IN KINGS CANYONFREE TIME IN BYRON BAY

ME TIME OPTIONAL IN SYDNEY FREE TIME AT BONDI BEACH

ON EACH TRIP…Our trips include heaps of #NOREGRETS experiences, taking

your travel in Australia from the ordinary to the extraordinary!

We don’t expect you to pay extra to see all essentials to have the

trip of a lifetime. Say farewell to wasting time & money asking for

help & information. We’ll give you access to the iconic sights &

hidden gems you wouldn’t see without a local friend.

HERE IS A TASTE OF WHAT’S INCLUDED ON YOUR AUS EXPERIENCE:• Surf lesson in Coffs Harbour

• Visit the famous Blue Mountains

• Experience Uluru at sunset

• Locally guided 4WD trip across Fraser Island with BBQ lunch

MOREINCLUDEDEXPERIENCES:OUR INSIDER’S GUIDETO AUSTRALIA

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ULURU


OUR TEAM

FOLLOW HIM AT INSTAGRAM.COM/CONTIKI_TRYS

HERE’S HOW WE SEE AUSTRALIA!Meet Trys, one of our on-road team. His mantra: “When it all comes down to it,

all you have left is your story, I’m just trying to live a good one...” and we couldn’t

agree more.

OUR TEAM ARE MORE THAN JUST LIVING GUIDEBOOKS.

• Trip Manager & Driver team who are with you from start to finish.

• They’re lifelong travellers, passionate about making sure you make every single

moment in Australia count.

• All the finer details taken care of, like restaurant bookings, sorting out entry to

sites & getting you to your accommodation.

• Expert local knowledge so you’ll discover what makes this country so special.

• An awesome travel buddy who will make sure you have the best time exploring

this great land!

MY FAVOURITE THING IS TO GO WHERE I’VE

NEVER BEEN


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

• A Trip Manager & Driver team who will be your expert on all things Australia

• Breakfast every day, plus included dinners at hotels & local restaurants

• Get around on our modern, air-conditioned coaches with power points, movies & a killer sound system!

• More included activities such as a surflesson at Coff’s Harbour & sunset at Uluru

• A mix of hotel & Special Stay accommodation, including an outback cattle station & a surf village

• ME Time – choose to discover this great country in your own time or get involved in our ME Time optionals

INCLUDED4 TRIPS / 12-25 DAYS

The Big Walkabout .......................... p.32

Beaches & Reefs ............................... p.34

Reefs & Rainforests ......................... p.36

Sunsets & Surf ................................... p.38

We Love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stopsContiki.com/discovery-plus-australia

DISCOVERYPLUS

WANT TO SPOT DINGOES PLAYING ON FRASER ISLAND OR SIP CHAMPAGNE WHILST WATCHING THE SUN SET OVER ULURU? PREPARE FOR ICONIC EXPERIENCES & ACTION FUELLED ADVENTURES – MORE CHOICE, MORE FREE TIME, AND ULTIMATE COMFORT.

Mataranka

Devils Marbles

Daly Waters

Wycliffe Well

Tully

Townsville

Airlie Beach

Mackay

Brisbane

Currumbin

Capricorn Coast

Port Macquarie

The Olgas

Simpsons Gap

Litchfield N.P.

Fraser Island

SYDNEY

ALICE SPRINGS

COFFS HARBOUR

SURFERS PARADISE

CAIRNS

KINGS CANYON

TENNANT CREEK

KATHERINEKAKADU N.P.

DARWIN

BYRON BAY

NOOSA

CATTLE STATION


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GREAT AUSTRALIAN

BIGHT

TASMAN SEA

GREAT BARRIER REEF

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

NEW SOUTH WALES

QUEENSLAND

NORTHERN TERRITORY

Victoria

South Australia

AUSTRALIA DISCOVERY PLUS

Places visitedNightstops1 or more nights at Special Stays

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6 World Heritage sites visited

ULURU

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25 DAYS - FROM £2759 PP*/ £111 P/DAY*

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THE BIG WALKABOUT Day 1: Sydney . Meet up with your Contiki Team before we head out of the city & into the Blue Mountains to learn about this amazing landscape. Hike Wentworth Falls, then it’s back to Sydney for dinner in Darling Harbour. Hotel (D)

• Trip to the Blue Mountains

• See the Three Sisters

• Hike at Wentworth Falls

• Cook your own BBQ steak

Day 2: Sydney . Today we get the best views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House. Drive to Manly Beach for lunch & a swim. Hotel (B)

• Take a tour of Kings Cross, Chinatown, Darling Harbour, Macquarie Street & The Rocks

• Ferry from Manly M Climb the Harbour Bridge

Day 3: Sydney to Coffs Harbour . It’s out of the city & into the cool surf vibes at our Surf Village. (B, D)

� Surf Village Special Stay

• Stop in the seaside resort town of Port Macquarie

• Pass the famous ‘Big Banana’

Day 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay . Get yourself onto the waves in our surf lesson! This afternoon we head to legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B)

• ‘Learn to surf’ lesson

• Visit Australia’s most easterly point & Cape Byron lighthouse

• Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle & cool night life M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park & waves to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal)

Day 5: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise . We head north to Surfers Paradise & stop at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary – see wombats, kangaroos & maybe cuddle a koala. Resort (B)

• Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

• Stay at a resort located right near the beach

Day 6: Surfers Paradise . With a free day, hit the shops or hit the skies on a skydive, or head to the beach & chill! Tonight, we party with club entry. Resort (B)

• Nightclub entry

• Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches

Day 7: Surfers Paradise to Noosa . Take a peek at Brisbane, take a stroll along the river or hit the shops before we hit the road and head to chic Noosa. Resort (B)

• See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall

• See the Glasshouse Mountains

Day 8: Noosa . Today we head to Fraser Island for an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests, sand dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! Resort (B,L,D)

• Visit the largest sand island in the world

• Drive along Australia’s only sand highway

• Indulge in a gourmet BBQ lunch with drinks

• Dine beachside in Noosa

Day 9: Noosa to Farmstay . Head through the Great Dividing Range & into cattle country for a unique local overnight stay, you can even flex your skills at whip cracking! (B, D)

� Cattle Station Special Stay

• Stop at Childers, known for its heritage & farming history

• Check out the farm & animals on a hay wagon ride & meet the station owners

Days 10 - 11: Farmstay to The Whitsundays . Enjoy the beaches & water sports in paradise at Daydream Island in The Whitsundays. Resort (B, D)( B)

• Cross the Tropic of Capricorn

• See Rockhampton – the beef capital of Australia

• Stop at Airlie Beach M Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach & lunch (weather dependent)

Day 10 - 11: Sailing Whitsundays option . Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays style? You can. Choose to hit the blue waters & try your hand at sailing on our private sailing adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including Whitehaven Beach. See p.55 for more info & the price panel for costs.Multi-share accommodation. Yacht (B, D)( B, L, D)

Codes: ex Sydney: EXSXD ex Darwin: EXDXD

Day 12: The Whitsundays to Cairns . Today, we head to tropical North Queensland, & gateway to the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Hotel (B)

• Townsville city tour

• See Magnetic Island

• Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest island national park

• Pass through Tully, home to Oz’s best white water rafting

Days 13 - 14: Cairns . With 2 free days, experience Cairns’ best! From shopping & great nightlife to adrenaline activities & exploring the reef, you’re spoilt for choice. There’s also your chance to try some kangaroo. Hotel (B, D)( B)

M Whitewater rafting

Day 15: Cairns to Alice Springs . Today we head to the Outback! Check out ‘The Alice’, famous for its Aboriginal art. Maybe hold a snake or lizard at a reptile park. Hotel (B, D)

• See the MacDonnell Ranges from Anzac Hill

• See the stunning Aboriginal site of Simpsons Gap

• See the dry Todd River which hosts the annual Henley on Todd Regatta

• Reptile park experience

Day 16: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station . Try ‘bush tucker’, meet members of the Walpiri Aboriginal community & learn to throw a boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek Station – go local like Aussie ‘bushies’ & sleep under the stars in a comfy swag. (B, D)

� Outback Special Stay

• Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’ & desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’

Day 17: Kings Creek Station to Uluru . Next we make tracks to Uluru. Take a walk through its neighbour Kata Tjuta – (The Olgas). Lodge (B)

• Enjoy delicious bacon & eggs for breakfast

• See the 700 million year old Mt Conner & Lake Amadeus

• Hike through ‘Kata-Tjuta’ (The Olgas)

Day 18: Uluru . Catch the Uluru sunrise, take a walk around ‘The Rock’ & hear stories of the area & its Aboriginal rock art. Tonight, catch an Uluru sunset with a glass of bubbly. Lodge (B)

• Visit Uluru Cultural Centre

• See Uluru at sunrise & toast it at sunset

Day 19: Uluru to Alice Springs . Say goodbye to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice Springs. Hotel (B)

• Indulge in a BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’ M Overlander Steakhouse Dinner – try kangaroo, emu, crocodile & camel!

Day 20: Alice Springs to Tennant Creek . Our ‘Top End’ adventure begins today – we cross the Tropic of Capricorn to Aussie’s old mining town, Tennant Creek. Hotel (B,D)

• Keep your eyes peeled for UFOs at Wycliffe Well

• Visit the ‘Devil’s Marbles’ M Dawn hot air balloon flight over the desert & MacDonnell Ranges

Day 21: Tennant Creek to Katherine . Stop at the Territory’s oldest pub, then make a splash in

ITINERARY & SIGHTSEEING

Code: EXSDD 2015/16

SNAPSHOT

24 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stays: 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village, 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station, 1 night Kings Creek Station Outback Bush Camp , 18 nights in hotels & resorts , 1 night in a hostel , 2 nights in a lodge

Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht

INCLUSIONS• An experienced & professional

Trip Manager & Driver team

• Modern, air-conditioned coach with powerpoints for charging

• Flight from Cairns to Alice Springs (Ayers Rock to Cairns for EXDSD)

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientation tours of all other destinations

• National park fees, local taxes & service charges

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS

• Visit the Blue Mountains

• Sydney Harbour ferry cruise from Manly

• Surf lesson in Coffs Harbour


• Noosa Surf Club dinner

• 4WD trip across Fraser Island

• Alice Springs Aboriginal Dreamtime ‘Bush tucker’ tour

• Alice Springs Reptile Centre experience

• Uluru sunset drinks & nibbles

Plus all of the inclusions in the itinerary marked with •

ME TIME OPTIONS

M Helicopter ride over Uluru

See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/WALKABOUT

Mataranka thermal pools. Later, it’s on to Katherine & its famous gorge. Hotel (B)

• Swim at the Mataranka thermal pools

• Hear stories from ‘We of the Never Never’ Homestead

Day 22: Katherine to Kakadu National Park . Hike, walk, or take an optional boat trip to see the massive Katherine Gorge. Next up: Kakadu National Park via Edith Falls for a swim. Hotel (B, D)

• Visit Katherine Gorge

• Cool off in Edith Falls (seasonal)

Day 23: Kakadu National Park . Explore Kakadu today – its variety of gorgeous landscapes, wildlife & arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art at Nourlangie Rock will seriously impress. Hotel (B)

• Keep your eyes peeled for crocs on a wildlife cruise

• See the Aboriginal rock art

• Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre M Scenic flight over this World Heritage Listed area

Day 24: Kakadu to Darwin . Wave Kakadu farewell as we head to Darwin. Don’t forget to pick up a didgeridoo & meet some local Aboriginal artists before you leave. Stop off en route for a swim in the famous (& gorgeous) Florence Falls in Litchfield National Park. Hotel (B)

• Swim in Florence Falls (seasonal)

Day 25: Darwin . Get your bearings on a city tour of Darwin & visit East Point Military Reserve & the local museum to learn about its historical past. Then it’s time to say farewell to your travel buddies & swap email addresses. (B)

• Guided city tour of Darwin

• Visit the Darwin Museum

35 INCLUDED MEALS 24 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 10 dinners (D)

24 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 11 dinners (D)

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INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION)

Code: EXDSD 2015/16

* Prices above are based on multi-share.

Included fl ights: This trip includes flights as specified on the

map opposite as part of the trip price. Please see ‘Included

flights’ on p.82 for important info.

Single room supplement (trip only) add £1365/add £435

twin-share.

Single room supplement (trip + sailing) add £1225/add £385

twin-share. (Boat cabins multi-share only).

EXSDD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Darwin 6:30pm.

EXDSD: Start Darwin 7:30am & end Sydney 5:00pm.

● These departures will not stay in Contiki’s Surf Village

Special Stay.

Start Finish Trip only£ pp*

Trip & sailing£ pp*



Sydney Darwin Darwin Sydney

2015Sep 27 ● Oct 21 2759 2929Oct 25 ● Nov 18 2759 2929Nov 22 ● Dec 16 2899 3069Dec 20 ● Jan 13 2899 3069

2016Jan 17 ● Feb 10 2899 3069Feb 14 ● Mar 9 2899 3069Mar 13 Apr 6 2899 3069Apr 10 May 4 2885 3055May 8 Jun 1 2885 3055Jun 5 Jun 29 2885 3055Jul 3 Jul 27 2839 3009Jul 31 ● Aug 24 2839 3009Aug 28 ● Sep 21 2839 3009Sep 25 ● Oct 19 2839 3009

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YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Darwin. Or save up to £100 if you travel from Darwin to Sydney (this trip will be 24 days long).


WHITSUNDAYS

Tully

Airlie Beach

Mackay

Capricorn Coast

Brisbane

Currumbin

Townsville

Port Macquarie

Fraser Island

SYDNEY

CAIRNS

SURFERS PARADISE

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CATTLE STATION

COFFS HARBOUR

BYRON BAY

NOOSA


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TASMAN SEA

GREAT BARRIER REEF

CORAL SEA

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

Victoria

NEW SOUTH WALES

QUEENSLAND

Northern Territory

South Australia



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14 DAYS - FROM £1469 PP*/ £105 P/DAY*

SYDNEY

BEACHES & REEFS Day 1: Sydney . Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel buddies this morning. We’ll head out of the city & into the Blue Mountains to learn about this amazing landscape including the Three Sisters. Frame up some shots as you hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back to Sydney for dinner overlooking Darling Harbour. Hotel (D)

• Day trip to the Blue Mountains




Day 2: Sydney . Today we hit the streets & icons of Sydney, including the spot to see the city’s best views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House. If you’re up for it, get a different view & head to the top of the Harbour Bridge! We’ll drive to Manly Beach for lunch & a swim. Hotel (B)


• Ferry from Manly with time for lunch & a swim M Climb the Harbour Bridge

Day 3: Sydney to Coffs Harbour . It’s out of the city & into the cool surfer vibes that Oz is famous for at our Surf Village. (B, D)




Day 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay . Get yourself onto the waves on our surf lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our pro surfer guides will have you up on a board in no time. So grab your towel, sunnies & iPod & hit the beach for the ultimate chill. This afternoon, we head to legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B)



• Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle, galleries, amazing food & cool night life

M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park

Day 5: Byron Bay to Surfers Paradise . There’s time to top up your tan this morning before heading north into Queensland to Surfers Paradise. We’ll stop in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where you can see wombats, feed a kangaroo & cuddle up to a koala. Resort (B)

• Visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary & see iconic Aussie animals

• Stay at a resort located right by the beach M 4WD National Park rainforest tour

Day 6: Surfers Paradise . With a free day, explore

the way you want. With great shopping it’s the

perfect place for some retail therapy, hit the skies on

a skydive, or head to the beach with a book & some

beats, & chill. Tonight, get into the party capital of

Oz. Resort (B)

• Nightclub entry


Day 7: Surfers Paradise to Noosa . Take a peek at

Brisbane’s sights before we make our way to the

chic beach town, Noosa. Resort (B )

• See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens

& visit Queen Street Mall

• See the stunning Glasshouse Mountains

Day 8: Noosa . Today we head to Fraser Island

for an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along

Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests, sand

dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! Resort (B, L,D)




• Watch the sunset over mainland Australia

• Dine beachside in Noosa

Day 9: Noosa to Farmstay . Head through the Great Dividing Range & into cattle country for a truly unique local overnight at our Outback Station, where you can even flex your skills at whip cracking! (B, D)



• Check out the farm & animals on a hay wagon ride & meet the station owners

Days 10 - 11: Farmstay to The Whitsundays . Enjoy the beaches & watersports in paradise at Daydream Island in The Whitsundays. Resort (B, D) (B)




Day 10 - 11: Sailing Whitsundays option . Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays style? You can. Choose to hit the blue waters & try your hand at sailing on our private sailing adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including Whitehaven Beach. See p.55 for more info & the price panel for costs. Multi-share accommodation . Yacht (B, D)( B, L, D)

Codes: ex Sydney: BRSWD ex Cairns: BRCWD

Day 12: The Whitsundays to Cairns . Today, we’ll head to Tropical North Queensland, known for its rainforests & as the gateway to the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Hotel (B)

• Check out Townsville on a city tour



• Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best white water rafting

Day 13: Cairns . With a free day, experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, great nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & exploring the reef, you’re spoilt for choice. Tonight, there’s your chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hotel (B, D)

M Great Barrier Reef scuba diving for beginners & certified divers

Day 14: Cairns . Feed your inner adrenaline junkie or relax? It’s your choice with another free day to do what you’re into. Later, it’s time to swap emails & numbers as your trip ends at 5.00pm. (B)


Code: BRSCD 2015/16

SNAPSHOT

13 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stays: 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village, 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station , & 10 nights in hotels & resorts , 1 night in a hostel











• Surf lesson or kayak in Coffs Harbour



• Locally guided 4WD trip across Fraser Island with lunch & drinks


ME TIME OPTIONS

M Tandem skydive in Surfers Paradise


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INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 13 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D)

LOCAL CULTURE

Random fact: it is estimated there are 1,500 species of fish, 30 species of dolphins & whales, 360 species of coral & 17 species of sea snakes in the Great Barrier Reef.

Code: BRCSD 2015/16



twin-share.



BRSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Cairns 5:00pm.

BRCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Sydney 5:00pm.


Special Stay.

For departure points & stay longer accommodation options

see contiki.com/staylonger . For travel insurance see p.82.





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2016Jan 3 Jan 16 1605 1775Jan 10 ● Jan 23 1605 1775Jan 17 ● Jan 30 1605 1775Jan 24 ● Feb 6 1605 1775Feb 14 ● Feb 27 1605 1775Mar 13 Mar 26 1605 1775Apr 10 Apr 23 1599 1769May 8 May 21 1599 1769Jun 5 Jun 18 1599 1769Jul 3 Jul 16 1575 1745Jul 10 Jul 23 1575 1745Jul 31 ● Aug 13 1575 1745Aug 7 Aug 20 1575 1745Aug 28 ● Sep 10 1575 1745Sep 4 Sep 17 1575 1745Sep 25 ● Oct 8 1575 1745

2015Sep 12 Sep 25 1469 1639Sep 19 Oct 2 1469 1639Oct 10 Oct 23 1469 1639Oct 17 Oct 30 1469 1639Nov 7 Nov 20 1545 1715Nov 14 Nov 27 1545 1715Dec 5 Dec 18 1545 1715Dec 12 Dec 25 1545 1715

2016Jan 2 Jan 15 1545 1715Jan 9 Jan 22 1545 1715Jan 16 Jan 29 1545 1715Jan 23 Feb 5 1545 1715Jan 30 Feb 12 1545 1715Feb 6 Feb 19 1545 1715Feb 27 Mar 11 1545 1715Mar 26 Apr 8 1545 1715Apr 23 May 6 1539 1709May 21 Jun 3 1539 1709Jun 18 Jul 1 1539 1709Jul 16 Jul 29 1515 1685Jul 23 Aug 5 1515 1685Aug 13 Aug 26 1515 1685Aug 20 Sep 2 1515 1685Sep 10 Sep 23 1515 1685Sep 17 Sep 30 1515 1685

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice - travel from Sydney to Cairns. Or save up to £60 if you travel from Cairns to Sydney.


MossmanGorge

Port Douglas

Tully

Airlie Beach

Mackay

Capricorn Coast

Brisbane

Currumbin

Townsville

Port Macquarie

Fraser Island

CAPE TRIBULATION

CAIRNS

NOOSA

SURFERS PARADISE


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CORAL SEA

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

Northern Territory

Victoria

South Australia

NEW SOUTH WALES

QUEENSLAND



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16 DAYS - FROM £1625 PP*/ £102 P/DAY*

REEFS & RAINFORESTS Day 1: Cairns to Cape Tribulation . Meet up with

your Contiki Team & hit the road! Get an insider

look at ancient Aboriginal culture & maybe try the

unusual flavours offered at the local ice creamery,

before reaching lush Cape Tribulation. Lodge

• Aboriginal experience at Mossman Gorge

Day 2: Cape Tribulation to Cairns . We visit Cape

Tribulation Beach & then check out the mangroves

on a walk with our Local Guide. This afternoon it’s

back to Cairns. Hotel (B)

• Visit Port Douglas

• Mangrove boardwalk with our expert Local Guide

Days 3 - 4: Cairns . With 2 free days, experience

Cairns’ best! From shopping, great nightlife

& endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving

& exploring the reef, you’re spoilt for choice. There’s

also a chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up for

it. Hotel (B, D)( B)

M Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef

cruise with lunch

Day 5: Cairns to The Whitsundays . See Airlie

Beach before a quick ferry ride to paradise on

Daydream Island. Resort (B, D)

• Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best

whitewater rafting

• Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest

island national park

Day 6: The Whitsundays . This place is the ultimate

way to relax. So take time to chill or get into some

water sports & good times at Daydream Island.

Resort (B)

M Day sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach with lunch

(weather dependent)

Day 5 - 6: Sailing Whitsundays option . Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays

style? You can. Choose to hit the blue waters

& try your hand at sailing on our private sailing

adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’

74 islands including Whitehaven Beach. See

p.55 for more info & the price panel for costs.

Multi-share accommodation. Yacht (B, D)( B, L, D)

Codes: ex Cairns: BWCWD ex Sydney: BWSWD

Day 7: The Whitsundays to Farmstay . Say

farewell to paradise, as we jet through sugar cane

country to our true Aussie farmstay overnight.

Resort (B, D)


• See Rockhampton – the beef capital

of Australia

• Check out the farm & animals on a hay

wagon ride

• Meet the station owners & try whip cracking!

Day 8: Farmstay to Noosa . Today we head back

out to the coast before we reach chic Noosa.

Resort (B)

• Stop at Childers, known for its heritage &

farming history


Day 9: Noosa . Today we head to Fraser Island for

an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along Rainbow

Beach, drive through the rainforests & sand dunes

& dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss!

Resort (B, L, D)




• Dine beachside at Noosa Surf Club

Day 10: Noosa to Surfers Paradise . Get into the

chic vibes of Noosa, then stop & check out Brisbane

before reaching the East Coast party capital, Surfers

Paradise! Resort (B)


• See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical

Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall

• Stay at a resort located right by

the beach

Day 11: Surfers Paradise . With a free day, explore

the way you want. With great shopping it’s the

perfect place for some retail therapy, hit the skies

on a tandem skydive, or head to the beach & chill.

Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz.

Resort (B)

• Nightclub entry


Day 12: Surfers Paradise to Byron Bay . We’ll stop

in at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary where you can

see wombats, feed a kangaroo & cuddle up to a

koala. This afternoon, we head to legendary Byron

Bay. Hostel (B)


• Get into Byron’s organic lifestyle, galleries,

amazing food & cool night life

M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park

& waves to spot dolphins, turtles &

whales (seasonal)

Day 13: Byron Bay to Coffs Harbour . Get yourself

onto the waves on our surf lesson! With their tricks

of the trade, our pro surfer guides will have you up

on a board in no time. So grab your towel, sunnies

& iPod & hit the beach for the ultimate chill.

Hotel (B, D)

• Visit Australia’s most easterly point & Cape

Byron lighthouse


Day 14: Coffs Harbour to Sydney . Say farewell

to the surf action of Coffs as we head to the icons

& big city buzz of Sydney. If you’re up for it, get a

different view & head to the top of the Harbour

Bridge. Hotel (B)


• See the Hawkesbury River & its oyster farms

• Experience Sydney’s famous nightlife

M Climb the Harbour Bridge

Day 15: Sydney . Hit the streets & icons of

Sydney, including the spot to see the city’s

best views of the Harbour Bridge & Opera House

this afternoon. We’ll drive to Manly Beach for

lunch & a swim before cruising back to the city

for dinner & your last night on your trip.

Hotel (B, D)

• Take a tour of Kings Cross, Chinatown, Darling

Harbour, Macquarie Street & The Rocks

• Take a ferry from Manly where there will be time

for lunch & a swim


Day 16: Sydney . With the city icons ticked, it’s

time to hit the country. We’ll head to the Blue

Mountains & learn about this amazing landscape

including the Three Sisters. Frame up some shots

as you hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back

to Sydney. It’s then time to say farewell to your

travel buddies as your trip ends at 5:00pm. (B)





Code: BWCSD 2015/16

SNAPSHOT

15 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stays: 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station, 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village , & 11 nights in hotels & resorts , 1 night in a lodge , 1 night in a hostel






• Rainforest adventure on days 1 & 2




• Aboriginal guided experience at Mossman Gorge








ME TIME OPTIONS

M Whitewater raft the mighty Tully River in Cairns

M 4WD national park rainforest tour in Surfers Paradise


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TRY OUR RAINFOREST EXPERIENCEON DAYS 1 & 2

Get geared up for 2 days in paradise! With huge mountain ranges & rainforest stretching right to the ocean, the lush Daintree area is where the tropics meets the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. This World Heritage Site is packed with ancient plants & animals & is the home of the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people – it’s ready to be explored & a must-do in this part of the world. Come see it with us.

Code: BWSCD 2015/16



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BWCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Sydney 5:00pm.

BWSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end Cairns 5:00pm.


Special Stay.


see contiki.com/staylonger. For travel insurance see p.82.





Cairns Sydney Sydney Cairns

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2016Jan 7 Jan 22 1709 1879Jan 14 Jan 29 1709 1879Jan 21 Feb 5 1709 1879Jan 28 Feb 12 1709 1879Feb 4 Feb 19 1709 1879Feb 25 Mar 11 1709 1879Mar 24 Apr 8 1709 1879Apr 21 May 6 1705 1875May 19 Jun 3 1705 1875Jun 16 Jul 1 1705 1875Jul 14 Jul 29 1675 1845Jul 21 Aug 5 1675 1845Aug 11 Aug 26 1675 1845Aug 18 Sep 2 1675 1845Sep 8 Sep 23 1675 1845Sep 15 Sep 30 1675 1845

2015Sep 6 Sep 21 1695 1865Sep 27 ● Oct 12 1695 1865Oct 4 Oct 19 1695 1865Oct 25 ● Nov 9 1695 1865Nov 1 Nov 16 1779 1949Nov 22 ● Dec 7 1779 1949Nov 29 Dec 14 1779 1949Dec 20 ● Jan 4 1779 1949Dec 27 Jan 11 1779 1949

2016Jan 3 Jan 18 1779 1949Jan 10 ● Jan 25 1779 1949Jan 17 ● Feb 1 1779 1949Jan 24 ● Feb 8 1779 1949Feb 14 ● Feb 29 1779 1949Mar 13 Mar 28 1779 1949Apr 10 Apr 25 1775 1945May 8 May 23 1775 1945Jun 5 Jun 20 1775 1945Jul 3 Jul 18 1745 1915Jul 10 Jul 25 1745 1915Jul 31 ● Aug 15 1745 1915Aug 7 Aug 22 1745 1915Aug 28 ● Sep 12 1745 1915Sep 4 Sep 19 1745 1915Sep 25 ● Oct 10 1745 1915


BYRON BAY

Airlie Beach

Mackay

Capricorn Coast

Brisbane

Currumbin

Port Macquarie

Fraser Island

SURFERS PARADISE

2

2

2

NOOSA

COFFS HARBOUR

BYRON BAY

1

1

CATTLE STATION

SYDNEY


1

2

TASMAN SEA

GREAT BARRIER REEF

CORAL SEA

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

NEW SOUTH WALES

QUEENSLAND

Northern Territory

South Australia

DISCOVERY PLUS


1

1


FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

AUSTRALIA

SAVE

12 DAYS - FROM £1325 PP*/ £111 P/DAY*

SUNSETS & SURF Day 1: Sydney . Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel buddies this morning. We’ll head to the Blue Mountains & learn about this amazing landscape including the Three Sisters. Frame up some shots as you hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back to Sydney for dinner overlooking Darling Harbour. Hotel (D)







• Visit The Rocks Markets (weekends) or Paddington’s chic shopping area






Day 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay . Get yourself onto the waves with our surf lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our pro surfer guides will have you up on a board in no time. So grab your towel, sunnies & iPod & hit the beach for the ultimate chill. This afternoon, we head to legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B)






• Stay at a resort located right by the beach

Day 6: Surfers Paradise . With a free day, explore the way you want. With great shopping it’s the perfect place for some retail therapy, hit the skies on a skydive, or head to the beach with a book & some beats, & chill. Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz. Resort (B)

• Nightclub entry


Day 7: Surfers Paradise to Noosa . Check out

Brisbane’s sights before we make our way to the

chic beach town, Noosa. Resort (B )

• See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens

& visit Queen Street Mall


Day 8: Noosa . Today we head to Fraser Island

for an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along

Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests &

sand dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie.

Bliss! Resort (B, L,D)






Day 9: Noosa to Farmstay . Head through the

Great Dividing Range & into cattle country for a truly

unique local overnight at our outback Station, where

you can even flex your skills at whip cracking! (B, D)


• Stop at Childers, known for its heritage &

farming history

• Check out the farm & animals on a hay

wagon ride

• Meet the station owners

Days 10 - 11: Farmstay to The Whitsundays . Enjoy the beaches & watersports in paradise at

Daydream Island in The Whitsundays. Resort (B, D) (B)



• Stop at Airlie Beach

M Day sailing trip to famous Whitehaven Beach &

lunch (weather dependent)

M Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef

cruise with lunch

Day 10 - 11: Sailing Whitsundays option . Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays







Codes: ex Sydney: SQSWD ex W’suns: SQCWD

Day 12: The Whitsundays . The trip ends after

breakfast, so it’s time to say farewell to your new

friends. (B)


Code: SQSCD 2015/16

SNAPSHOT

11 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stays: 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village, 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station , & 8 nights in hotels & resorts , 1 night in a hostel



19















ME TIMEOPTIONS

M Kayak tour of Byron Bay’s Marine Park & waves to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal)

M Tandem skydive


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/SUNSETS

LOCAL CULTURE

Stroll along the Noosa Coastal Track. Keep your eyes peeled for koalas chilling in gum trees or dolphins & humpback whales out at sea. Bliss.

Code: SQCSD 2015/16



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SQSCD: Start Sydney 7:00am & end W’suns 8:00am.

SQCSD: Start W’suns 5:00pm & end Sydney 5:00pm.


Special Stay.







Sydney W’suns W’suns Sydney

2015Sep 6 Sep 17 1365 1535Sep 27 ● Oct 8 1365 1535Oct 4 Oct 15 1365 1535Oct 25 ● Nov 5 1365 1535Nov 1 Nov 12 1435 1605Nov 22 ● Dec 3 1435 1605Nov 29 Dec 10 1435 1605Dec 20 ● Dec 31 1435 1605Dec 27 Jan 7 1435 1605

2016Jan 3 Jan 14 1435 1605Jan 10 ● Jan 21 1435 1605Jan 17 ● Jan 28 1435 1605Jan 24 ● Feb 4 1435 1605Feb 14 ● Feb 25 1435 1605Mar 13 Mar 24 1435 1605Apr 10 Apr 21 1429 1599May 8 May 19 1429 1599Jun 5 Jun 16 1429 1599Jul 3 Jul 14 1405 1575Jul 10 Jul 21 1405 1575Jul 31 ● Aug 11 1405 1575Aug 7 Aug 18 1405 1575Aug 28 ● Sep 8 1405 1575Sep 4 Sep 15 1405 1575Sep 25 ● Oct 6 1405 1575

2015Sep 14 Sep 25 1325 1495Sep 21 Oct 2 1325 1495Oct 12 Oct 23 1325 1495Oct 19 Oct 30 1325 1495Nov 9 Nov 20 1395 1565Nov 16 Nov 27 1395 1565Dec 7 Dec 18 1395 1565Dec 14 Dec 25 1395 1565

2016Jan 4 Jan 15 1395 1565Jan 11 Jan 22 1395 1565Jan 18 Jan 29 1395 1565Jan 25 Feb 5 1395 1565Feb 1 Feb 12 1395 1565Feb 8 Feb 19 1395 1565Feb 29 Mar 11 1395 1565Mar 28 Apr 8 1395 1565Apr 25 May 6 1389 1559May 23 Jun 3 1389 1559Jun 20 Jul 1 1389 1559Jul 18 Jul 29 1365 1535Jul 25 Aug 5 1365 1535Aug 15 Aug 26 1365 1535Aug 22 Sep 2 1365 1535Sep 12 Sep 23 1365 1535Sep 19 Sep 30 1365 1535

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Sydney to The Whitsundays. Or save up to £40 if you travel from The Whitsundays to Sydney.


LIFE’S A BEACH ON A HIGH ENERGY TRIP. EXPLORE AUSTRALIA’S MOST ICONIC COAST LINES THEN PARTY THE NIGHT AWAY AT TOP NIGHT SPOTS WITH THE TRAVEL STYLE THAT’S ALL ABOUT EPIC SIGHTS, ONCE IN A LIFE TIME MOMENTS & CARE FREE LIVING.

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

• A Trip Manager & Driver team who will be your oracle on all things Australia



• More included activities such as a‘learn to surf’ lesson, a day trip to the Blue Mountains & nightclub entry

• Multi share rooms with twin & single options available

• ME Time – your chance to explore on your own or take advantage of our awesome optional activities


City to Surf ......................................... p.41

The Sun Seeker ................................. p.42

We Love WiFi – stay connected with WiFi at most overnight stopsContiki.com/high-energy-australia

HIGHENERGY


Day 1: Sydney . Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel buddies this morning. We’ll head to the Blue Mountains & learn about this amazing landscape including the Three Sisters. Frame up some shots as you hike Wentworth Falls, before heading back to Sydney for dinner overlooking Darling Harbour. Hotel (D)







• Visit The Rocks Markets (weekends) or Paddington’s chic shopping area






Day 4: Coffs Harbour to Byron Bay . Get yourself onto the waves on our surf lesson! With their tricks of the trade, our pro surfer guides will have you up on a board in no time. So grab your towel, sunnies & iPod & hit the beach for the ultimate chill. This afternoon, we head to legendary Byron Bay. Hostel (B)




M Kayak tour of the Marine Park to spot dolphins, turtles & whales (seasonal)




Day 6: Surfers Paradise . With a free day, explore the way you want. With great shopping it’s the perfect place for retail therapy, hit the skies on a skydive, or head to the beach & chill. Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz. Resort (B)

• Nightclub entry

• Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches M Locally guided 4WD national park rainforest tour

Day 7: Surfers Paradise . The trip ends after breakfast & it’s time to swap email addresses & say farewell to your new friends. (B)

6 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stay: 1 night Coffs Harbour Surf Village , & 4 nights in hotels & resorts , 1 night in a hostel

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






ME TIME OPTIONS

M Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/SURF

SNAPSHOT






Code: BSSBD 2015/16

BONDI BEACH

BONDI BEACH

Currumbin

Port Macquarie

COFFS HARBOUR

SURFERS PARADISE 2

2

1

1

SYDNEY

BYRON BAY

TASMAN SEA

NEW SOUTH WALES

QUEENSLAND

Victoria



1

1

SAVE FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

HIGH ENERGY

CITY TO SURF


Single room supplement add £385/add £115 twin-share.

Start Sydney 7:00am & end Surfers Paradise 8:00am.


Special Stay.



7 DAYS - 1 COUNTRY FROM £799 PP*/ £115 P/DAY*

Start Finish Total Cost£ pp*


Sydney Surfers P. Sydney Surfers P.

2015Sep 6 Sep 12 799Sep 27 ● Oct 3 799Oct 4 Oct 10 799Oct 25 ● Oct 31 799Nov 1 Nov 7 845Nov 22 ● Nov 28 845Nov 29 Dec 5 845Dec 20 ● Dec 26 845Dec 27 Jan 2 845

2016Jan 3 Jan 9 845Jan 10 ● Jan 16 845Jan 17 ● Jan 23 845

2016Jan 24 ● Jan 30 845Feb 14 ● Feb 20 845Mar 13 Mar 19 845Apr 10 Apr 16 839May 8 May 14 839Jun 5 Jun 11 839Jul 3 Jul 9 825Jul 10 Jul 16 825Jul 31 ● Aug 6 825Aug 7 Aug 13 825Aug 28 ● Sep 3 825Sep 4 Sep 10 825Sep 25 ● Oct 1 825


FRASER ISLAND


Day 1: Surfers Paradise . Meet up with your Contiki Team & head into the bright lights of Surfers Paradise for a great night out with your new travel buddies! Resort


Day 2: Surfers Paradise . With a free day, explore the way you want. With great shopping it’s the perfect place for some retail therapy, or hit the skies on a skydive, head to the beach with a book & some beats, & chill. Tonight, get into the party capital of Oz. Resort (B)

• Nightclub entry

• Relax on some of Australia’s famous beaches M Tandem skydive

Day 3: Surfers Paradise to Noosa . Take a peek at Brisbane’s sights before we make our way to the chic beach town, Noosa. Resort (B )

• See the Brisbane River, Royal Botanical Gardens & visit Queen Street Mall


Day 4: Noosa . Today we head to Fraser Island for an incredible day trip by 4WD. Stroll along Rainbow Beach, drive through the rainforests & sand dunes & dip in the freshwater Lake McKenzie. Bliss! Resort (B, L,D)






Day 5: Noosa to Farmstay . Head through the Great Dividing Range & into cattle country for a truly unique local overnight at our outback station, where you can even flex your skills at whip cracking! (B, D)



• Check out the farm & animals on a hay wagon ride

• Meet the station owners

Days 6 - 7: Farmstay to The Whitsundays . Today we’ll jet through sugar cane country & into true paradise for the beaches, watersports & good times at Daydream Island in the Whitsundays. Resort (B, D)( B)




Day 6 - 7: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays style? You can. Choose to hit the blue waters & try your hand at sailing on our private sailing adventure, cruising some of the Whitsundays’ 74 islands including Whitehaven Beach. See p.55 for more info & the price panel for costs. Multi-share accommodation. Yacht (B, D)( B, L, D)

Codes: ex Surfers P: BTSWD ex Cairns: BTCWD

Day 8: The Whitsundays to Cairns . Today, we’ll head to tropical North Queensland, known for its rainforests & as the gateway to the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. Hotel (B)

• Townsville city tour



• Pass through Tully, home to Oz’s best white water rafting

Days 9 - 10: Cairns . With 2 free days, experience Cairns’ best! From shopping & great nightlife to endless adrenaline activities, you’re spoilt for choice. Here is your chance to try some kangaroo if you’re up for it. Then it’s time to say farewell as your trip ends at 5:00pm on day 10. Hotel (B, D)( B)

M Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch… or stay dry with coral viewing by semi-submersible

9 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stay: 1 night Langmorn Outback Cattle Station & 8 nights in hotels & resorts Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht






ME TIMEOPTIONS

M Tandem skydive

M Whitewater raft the mighty Tully River


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/SEEKER

SNAPSHOT






Code: BTSCD 2015/16 Code: BTSCD 2015/16

16 INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 9 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L), 5 dinners (D)

SURFERS PARADISE

Tully

Airlie Beach

Mackay

Capricorn Coast

Brisbane

Townsville

Fraser Island

CAIRNS

NOOSA

2

2

2

CATTLE STATION

1


2

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

QUEENSLAND



1

1


THE SUNSEEKER

HIGH ENERGY



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BTSCD: Start Surfers P. 4:30pm & end Cairns 5:00pm.

BTCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end Surfers P. 8:00am.






Surfers P. Cairns Cairns Surfers P.

2015Sep 10 Sep 19 1119 1289Oct 1 Oct 10 1119 1289Oct 8 Oct 17 1119 1289Oct 29 Nov 7 1119 1289Nov 5 Nov 14 1175 1345Nov 26 Dec 5 1175 1345Dec 3 Dec 12 1175 1345Dec 24 Jan 2 1175 1345Dec 31 Jan 9 1175 13452016Jan 7 Jan 16 1175 1345Jan 14 Jan 23 1175 1345Jan 21 Jan 30 1175 1345Jan 28 Feb 6 1175 1345Feb 18 Feb 27 1175 1345Mar 17 Mar 26 1175 1345Apr 14 Apr 23 1175 1345May 12 May 21 1175 1345Jun 9 Jun 18 1175 1345Jul 7 Jul 16 1155 1325Jul 14 Jul 23 1155 1325Aug 4 Aug 13 1155 1325Aug 11 Aug 20 1155 1325Sep 1 Sep 10 1155 1325Sep 8 Sep 17 1155 1325Sep 29 Oct 8 1155 1325

2015Sep 12 Sep 21 1079 1249Sep 19 Sep 28 1079 1249Oct 10 Oct 19 1079 1249Oct 17 Oct 26 1079 1249Nov 7 Nov 16 1135 1305Nov 14 Nov 23 1135 1305Dec 5 Dec 14 1135 1305Dec 12 Dec 21 1135 13052016Jan 2 Jan 11 1135 1305Jan 9 Jan 18 1135 1305Jan 16 Jan 25 1135 1305Jan 23 Feb 1 1135 1305Jan 30 Feb 8 1135 1305Feb 6 Feb 15 1135 1305Feb 27 Mar 7 1135 1305Mar 26 Apr 4 1135 1305Apr 23 May 2 1135 1305May 21 May 30 1135 1305Jun 18 Jun 27 1135 1305Jul 16 Jul 25 1115 1285Jul 23 Aug 1 1115 1285Aug 13 Aug 22 1115 1285Aug 20 Aug 29 1115 1285Sep 10 Sep 19 1115 1285Sep 17 Sep 26 1115 1285

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Surfers Paradise to Cairns. Or save up to £40 if you travel from Cairns to Surfers Paradise.


DISCOVER AUSTRALIA’S MULTICULTURAL PAST & EXPERIENCE LIFE AS AN ADVENTURER ON AN IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRIP. SPEND LONGER IN EACH DESTINATION, TREK THROUGH RAINFORESTS, SWIM IN SECRET CREEKS & LEARN ABORIGINAL HISTORY.

• 2 night stays in most destinations

• Multi share rooms with twin & single options available for a little extra privacy


• A Trip Manager & Driver team who will be your oracle on all things Australia


• More included activities such as an Aboriginal experience at Mossman Gorge, a visit to the Uluru Cultural Centre & a hike through Kings Canyon



Tropical Wonder ............................... p.44

Island & Rainforest ......................... p.45

Alice & Kakadu .................................. p.47

Outback Adventure ......................... p.48

Rock & Red ......................................... p.50

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IN-DEPTHEXPLORER


Day 1: Cairns . Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel buddies, then head out & experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, great nightlife & endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & exploring the reef,

you’re spoilt for choice. Tonight, there’s your chance to

try some kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hotel (D)

M Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch

Day 2: Cairns . Feed your inner adrenaline junkie or

relax? It’s your choice with another free day to do

what you’re into. Hotel (B)

M Tandem skydive

M Scuba diving

Day 3: Cairns to The Whitsundays . See Airlie

Beach before a quick ferry ride to paradise on

Daydream Island. Resort (B, D)

• Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best

whitewater rafting

• Pass Hinchinbrook Island – Australia’s largest

island national park


• Stop at Airlie Beach

Day 3 - 4: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays







Code: NWCWD

Day 4: The Whitsundays . This place is the

ultimate way to relax. So take time to chill or get

into some water sports & good times at Daydream

Island. Resort (B)

M Sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach & lunch

(weather dependent)

Day 5: The Whitsundays . The trip ends after

breakfast & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

4 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION 4 nights hotel and resort accommodation Sailing option : substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht


ME TIMEOPTIONS

M Whitewater rafting in Cairns

M Bungy jump in Cairns


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/WONDER

SNAPSHOT

INCLUSIONS• An experienced & professional Trip

Manager & Driver team




Code: NWCSD 2015/16 8

INCLUDED MEALS (SAILING OPTION) 4 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 3 dinners (D)

LOCAL CULTURE

Fun fact: the Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest reef system, roughly half the size of Texas & can be seen from outer space!

CAIRNS

WHITSUNDAYS

Tully

Airlie Beach

Townsville

2

2

CAIRNS


GREAT BARRIER REEF

CORAL SEA

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

QUEENSLAND

a

Places visitedNightstops1


aSAVE FOR GREAT SAVINGS VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DEALS

TROPICAL WONDER

IN-DEPTH EXPLORER



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Start Cairns 7:00am & end Whitsundays 8:00am.


see contiki.com/staylonger.

For travel insurance see p.82.


2015Sep 12 Sep 16 479 649Sep 19 Sep 23 479 649Oct 10 Oct 14 479 649Oct 17 Oct 21 479 649Nov 7 Nov 11 505 675Nov 14 Nov 18 505 675Dec 5 Dec 9 505 675Dec 12 Dec 16 505 675

2016Jan 2 Jan 6 505 675Jan 9 Jan 13 505 675Jan 16 Jan 20 505 675Jan 23 Jan 27 505 675

2016Jan 30 Feb 3 505 675Feb 6 Feb 10 505 675Feb 27 Mar 2 505 675Mar 26 Mar 30 505 675Apr 23 Apr 27 505 675May 21 May 25 505 675Jun 18 Jun 22 505 675Jul 16 Jul 20 495 665Jul 23 Jul 27 495 665Aug 13 Aug 17 495 665Aug 20 Aug 24 495 665Sep 10 Sep 14 495 665Sep 17 Sep 21 495 665





Cairns W’suns Cairns W’suns


Days 1 - 2: The Whitsundays . Meet up with your

Contiki Team & new travel buddies before heading

into true paradise for the beaches, water sports &

good times at Daydream Island in The Whitsundays.

Resort (D)( B)

M Sailing to Whitehaven Beach

Day 1 - 2: Sailing Whitsundays option Want to get on the water in true Whitsundays







Codes: ex W’suns: FNSWD ex Cairns: FNCWD

Day 3: The Whitsundays to Cairns . Today, we’ll

head to tropical North Queensland, known for its

rainforests & as the gateway to the World Heritage

listed Great Barrier Reef. Tonight, there’s your chance

to try some kangaroo if you’re up for it. Hotel (B, D)




• Pass through Tully, home to Australia’s best whitewater rafting

Days 4 - 5: Cairns . With 2 free days, you can experience Cairns’ best! From shopping, cool bars & amazing nightlife, to the endless adrenaline activities like rafting, skydiving & exploring the reef, you’re spoilt for choice. If you’re up for a night out, then your Trip Manager can tell you the best spots to head to. Hotel (B)( B)

M Snorkel or dive on an outer Great Barrier Reef cruise & lunch

Day 6: Cairns to Cape Tribulation . Get an insider look at ancient Aboriginal culture & maybe try the unusual flavours offered at the local ice creamery, before heading north to Cape Tribulation. Lodge (B)

• Aboriginal experience at Mossman Gorge.

Day 7: Cape Tribulation to Cairns . We visit Cape Tribulation beach & then check out the mangroves on a walk with our Local Guide. This afternoon it’s back to Cairns where your trip ends at 5:00pm. (B)

• Visit Port Douglas

• Mangrove boardwalk with our expert Local Guide

6 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION 3 nights in hotel, 2 nights in resort , 1 night in a lodge Sailing option: substitute 2 nights in resort with 2 nights on a yacht



• Aboriginal guided experience at Mossman Gorge


ME TIME OPTIONS

M Sailing trip to Whitehaven Beach & lunch

M Cairns tandem skydive


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ISLAND

SNAPSHOT




• Rainforest adventure on days 6 & 7


Code: FNSCD 2015/16

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from The Whitsundays to Cairns, or from Cairns to The Whitsundays.

RAINFOREST EXPERIENCEGet geared up for 2 days in paradise! With huge mountain ranges & rainforest stretching right to the ocean, the lush Daintree area is where the tropics meets the world-famous Great Barrier Reef. This World Heritage Site is packed with ancient plants & animals & is the home of the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people – it’s ready to be explored & a must-do in this part of the world. Come see it with us.

Code: FNCSD 2015/16

ON DAYS 6 & 7

10

INCLUDED MEALS(SAILING OPTION) 6 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L), 3 dinners (D)

FRASER ISLAND

MossmanGorge Port Douglas

Tully

Airlie Beach

Townsville

CAPE TRIBULATION1

3

2

CAIRNS


GREAT BARRIER REEF

CORAL SEA

GULF OF CARPENTARIA

QUEENSLAND

Northern Territory




IN-DEPTH EXPLORER

ISLAND & RAINFOREST



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FNSCD: Start W’suns 5:00pm & end Cairns 5:00pm.

FNCSD: Start Cairns 7:00am & end W’suns 8:00am.


2015Sep 15 Sep 21 785 955Oct 6 Oct 12 785 955Oct 13 Oct 19 785 955Nov 3 Nov 9 825 995Nov 10 Nov 16 825 995Dec 1 Dec 7 825 995Dec 8 Dec 14 825 995Dec 29 Jan 4 825 995

2016Jan 5 Jan 11 825 995Jan 12 Jan 18 825 995Jan 19 Jan 25 825 995Jan 26 Feb 1 825 995Feb 2 Feb 8 825 995Feb 23 Feb 29 825 995Mar 22 Mar 28 825 995Apr 19 Apr 25 815 985May 17 May 23 815 985Jun 14 Jun 20 815 985Jul 12 Jul 18 805 975Jul 19 Jul 25 805 975Aug 9 Aug 15 805 975Aug 16 Aug 22 805 975Sep 6 Sep 12 805 975Sep 13 Sep 19 805 975Oct 4 Oct 10 805 975

2015Sep 10 Sep 16 785 955Sep 17 Sep 23 785 955Oct 8 Oct 14 785 955Oct 15 Oct 21 785 955Nov 5 Nov 11 825 995Nov 12 Nov 18 825 995Dec 3 Dec 9 825 995Dec 10 Dec 16 825 995Dec 31 Jan 6 825 995

2016Jan 7 Jan 13 825 995Jan 14 Jan 20 825 995Jan 21 Jan 27 825 995Jan 28 Feb 3 825 995Feb 4 Feb 10 825 995Feb 25 Mar 2 825 995Mar 24 Mar 30 825 995Apr 21 Apr 27 815 985May 19 May 25 815 985Jun 16 Jun 22 815 985Jul 14 Jul 20 805 975Jul 21 Jul 27 805 975Aug 11 Aug 17 805 975Aug 18 Aug 24 805 975Sep 8 Sep 14 805 975Sep 15 Sep 21 805 975





W’suns or Cairns

Cairns or W’suns

Cairns or W’suns

W’suns or Cairns


The hottest temperature

ever recorded on 17/02/92

THE SIZE OF THE NORTHERN TERRITORY

Covers an area of

3.3 sq km, and is

9.4 kilometres around

its base, rising

345m high.

3.5 HOURSThe time it takes to

walk around Uluru

A sleeping bag used by

bushmen when sleeping

out under the stars

SWAG noun

IN 1997 IT

ACTUALLY SNOWED

ON ULURU

1,420,970 KM² MPARNTWE =The original name for Alice Springs

THE AUSSIE OUTBACK HAS GOT TO BE SEEN TO BE BELIEVED. FROM ITS MASSIVE NATURAL FORMATIONS & THEIR INCREDIBLE SUNSETS, TO CLASSIC LOCALS AND AN ANCIENT ABORIGINAL PAST, THIS IS ONE DESTINATION THAT NEEDS TO SHOOT RIGHT TO THE TOP OF ANY TRAVELLERS LIST.


Day 1: Darwin & Litchfi eld National Park . Delve

into the Northern Territory’s best-kept secret,

Litchfield National Park & plunge into the cool pool

of water below Florence Falls. Head back to Darwin

& get ready for a night out on the town. Hotel

• See the unique, huge termite mounds

• See Litchfield’s rainforests & sandstone

formations

• Enjoy a swim at Florence Falls

Day 2: Darwin to Kakadu National Park . Today,

hit the streets of tropical Darwin, an exotic, diverse

place that combines East & West & attracts people

from all over the country. Later we’ll wind our way

to Kakadu National Park. Hotel (B, D)

• Darwin city tour

• See Darwin Harbour & the East Point

Military Reserve

• Visit Darwin Museum, home to the Cyclone

Tracy display

• Wildlife cruise to see crocodiles &

native birds

Day 3: Kakadu National Park . Be stunned by the

ecological ‘jewel’ of Kakadu & its variety of superb

landscapes, abundance of wildlife & arguably

Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art found at places

like Nourlangie Rock. Hotel (B)

• Walk & see the Aboriginal rock art

• Visit the Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre

M Scenic flight over this World Heritage listed area

Day 4: Kakadu National Park to Katherine . Continue on, via Edith Falls, to the lush river town

of Katherine. On the way, stop & walk, or take an

optional boat trip for an up close experience with

dramatic Katherine Gorge. Hotel (B)

• Visit mighty Katherine Gorge & see the sheer

rock walls & wildlife

M Locally guided cruise of beautiful Nitmiluk

(Katherine) Gorge

Day 5: Katherine to Tennant Creek . Chill out with a refreshing swim at Mataranka before stopping & ‘knocking one back’ at the oldest pub in the Territory. Tonight, stay in Tennant Creek surrounded by million-acre cattle stations & local Aboriginal communities. Hotel (B, D)

• Swim in the Mataranka thermal pools

• Visit Elsey, the historic ‘We of the Never

Never’ homestead

• Visit Daly Waters – famous outback pub

• Stay in the ‘true blue’ Aussie outback town of

Tennant Creek

Day 6: Tennant Creek to Alice Springs . Experience the age-old, mythological Devil’s Marbles rocks before crossing the Tropic of Capricorn & arriving in Alice Springs where the trip ends & it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

• Maybe sight a UFO in Wycliffe Well!

• See Aboriginal art & didgeridoos in Ti Tree’s local art gallery

5 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION 5 nights hotel accommodation


ME TIME OPTIONS

Look for the M symbol in the itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/KAKADU

SNAPSHOT





• National Park fees, local taxes & service charges

Code: AKDAD 2015/16

LOCAL CULTURE

The Aboriginal people have lived in Kakadu for more than 50,000 years & are the oldest culture on Earth! Check out the amazing rock art dating back over 20,000 years.

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Darwin to Alice Springs, or from Alice Springs to Darwin.

Code: AKADD 2015/16

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* Prices above are based on maximum quad-share.


AKDAD: Start Darwin 7:30am & end A.Springs 2:00pm.

AKADD: Start A.Springs 9:00am & end Darwin 6:00pm.






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11 DAYS - FROM £1085 PP*/ £99 P/DAY*

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OUTBACK ADVENTURE Day 1: Alice Springs . Meet your Contiki Team this afternoon & check out ‘The Alice’, famous for its remoteness, classic Aussie locals & Aboriginal art. Maybe hold a snake or lizard at our reptile park experience (if you’re game). Hotel (D)

• Catch a look at the MacDonnell Ranges from Anzac Hill

• See the stunning Aboriginal site at Simpsons Gap

• See the dry Todd River which hosts the annual

Henley on Todd Regatta

• Hands-on reptile park experience

Day 2: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station . Gear

up to try some ‘bush tucker’, meet members of the

Walpiri Aboriginal community & learn to throw a

boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek Station for

our cool overnight – go local like Aussie ‘bushies’ &

sleep under the stars in a comfy swag. (B, D)


• Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’ &

desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’

• Sleep under the stars in a traditional Aussie

‘swag’

M Quad bike through an outback station

Day 3: Kings Creek Station to Uluru . Australia’s

pin-up icon is next as we make tracks to Uluru. Take

a walk through its neighbour – the Olgas before

cooking up an optional BBQ dinner. Lodge (B)

• Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked bacon &

eggs, just how you like it

• See the 700 million year old Mt Conner & Lake

Amadeus

• Hike through ‘Kata Tjuta’ (The Olgas)

Day 4: Uluru . Don’t miss the changing colours of

an Uluru sunrise, then if you’re up for it, take a walk

around ‘The Rock’ for some close up angles & hear

stories of this amazing area & its Aboriginal rock art.

Tonight, toast the trip & catch a legendary Uluru sunset while sipping a glass of bubbly. Lodge (B)

• Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre

• See Uluru at sunrise

• Drink a toast to Uluru at sunset

Day 5: Uluru to Alice Springs . Say goodbye to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice Springs. Hotel (B)

• Indulge in a yummy BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’ M Overlander Steakhouse Dinner – try kangaroo, emu, crocodile & camel!

Day 6: Alice Springs to Tennant Creek . Our ‘Top

End’ adventure begins today – we’ll cross the Tropic

of Capricorn to Aussie’s old mining town, Tennant

Creek. Hotel (B, D)

• Keep your eyes peeled for UFOs at Wycliffe Well

• Visit the ‘Devil’s Marbles’

Day 7: Tennant Creek to Katherine . Stop & ‘knock

one back’ at the Territory’s oldest pub before

making a splash in Mataranka thermal pools. Later,

it’s on to the lush river town of Katherine & its

famous gorge. Hotel (B)

• Chill out & swim at the Mataranka thermal pools

• Hear stories from ‘We of the Never Never’

Homestead, made famous by the book of the

same name

Day 8: Katherine to Kakadu National Park . Hike, walk, or take an optional boat trip to see the

massive Katherine Gorge up close. This afternoon

we’ll hit the road to Kakadu National Park via Edith

Falls for a swim. Hotel (B, D)

• Visit Katherine Gorge

• Cool off in Edith Falls before heading into World

Heritage listed Kakadu National Park

Day 9: Kakadu National Park . Explore Kakadu

today – its variety of gorgeous landscapes, wildlife

& arguably Australia’s best Aboriginal rock art at

Nourlangie Rock will seriously impress. Hotel (B)

• Keep your eyes peeled for crocs on a

wildlife cruise

• See the Aboriginal rock art

• Visit Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre

M Scenic flight over this World Heritage Listed area

Day 10: Kakadu to Darwin . Wave Kakadu farewell

as we head to Darwin. Don’t forget to pick up a

didgeridoo & meet some local Aboriginal artists

before you leave. Stop off en route for a swim in

the famous (& gorgeous) Florence Falls in Litchfield

National Park. Hotel (B)

• Enjoy a swim in Florence Falls (seasonal)

Day 11: Darwin . Get your bearings on a city tour of

Darwin & visit East Point Military Reserve & the local

museum to learn about its historical past. Then it’s

time to say farewell to your travel buddies & swap

email addresses. (B)

• Visit the Darwin Museum

• Guided city tour of Darwin


Code: TEADD 2015/16

SNAPSHOT

10 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stay: 1 night Kings Creek Station Outback Bush Camp , & 7 nights in hotels , 2 nights in a lodge








• Alice Springs Aboriginal Dreamtime ‘Bush tucker’ tour




ME TIME OPTIONS

M Dawn hot air balloon flight over the desert & MacDonnell Ranges in Alice Springs

M Guided helicopter flight over Uluru & Kata Tjuta


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/OUTBACK

YOUR CHOICE It’s your choice – travel from Alice Springs to Darwin, or from Darwin to Alice Springs.

LOCAL CULTURE

Get your camera at the ready & head to Nourlangie Rock at Kakadu National Park for spectacular views of this stunning natural site.

Code: TEDAD 2015/16

ULURU

KAKADU



TEADD: Start A.Springs 11:30am & end Darwin 5:00pm.

TEDAD: Start Darwin 7:30am & end A.Springs 9:00am.





A.Springs Darwin Darwin A.Springs

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Day 1: Alice Springs . Meet up with your Contiki

Team & explore the Outback’s unofficial capital,

‘The Alice’, famous for its remoteness, classic

Aussie locals & Aboriginal art. Maybe hold a snake

or lizard at our reptile park experience (if you’re

game). Hotel (D)

• Catch a look at the MacDonnell Ranges from

Anzac Hill

• See the stunning Aboriginal site of Simpsons Gap

• See the dry Todd River which hosts the annual

Henley on Todd Regatta

• Hands-on reptile park experience

Day 2: Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station . Gear up to try some ‘bush tucker’, meet members of

the Walpiri Aboriginal community & learn to throw a

boomerang! Later, it’s on to Kings Creek Station for

our cool overnight – go local like Aussie ‘bushies’ &

sleep under the stars in a comfy swag. (B, D)


• Hike through Kings Canyon to the ‘Lost City’

& desert oasis ‘the Garden of Eden’

• Sleep under the stars in a traditional Aussie ‘swag’

M Quad-bike adventure

Day 3: Kings Creek Station to Uluru . Australia’s

pin-up icon is next as we make tracks to Uluru. Take

a walk through its neighbour – the Olgas. Lodge (B)

• Wake up to the smell of fresh cooked bacon

& eggs, just how you like it

• See the 700 million year old Mt Conner &

Lake Amadeus

• Hike through ‘Kata Tjuta’ (The Olgas)

Day 4: Uluru . Don’t miss the changing colours

of an Uluru sunrise, then if you’re up for it, take a

walk around ‘The Rock’ for some close up angles

& hear stories of this amazing area & its Aboriginal rock art. Tonight, toast the trip & catch a legendary Uluru sunset while sipping a glass of bubbly. Lodge (B)

• Visit the Uluru Cultural Centre

• See Uluru at sunrise

• Drink a toast to Uluru at sunset M Scenic Helicopter flight

Day 5: Uluru to Alice Springs . Say farewell to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park as we head back to Alice Springs. Hotel (B)

• Indulge in a yummy BBQ ‘Big Brekkie’

Day 6: Alice Springs . Choose to take an amazing optional hot air balloon flight this morning, then say farewell to your new friends. (B)

5 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION Unique Special Stay: 1 night Kings Creek Station Outback Bush Camp , & 2 nights in hotels, 2 nights in a lodge



• Alice Springs Aboriginal Dreamtime ‘Bushtucker’ tour




ME TIME OPTIONS

M Helicopter flight over Uluru & Kata Tjuta


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/ROCK

SNAPSHOT





• National Park fees, local taxes & service charges

Code: AEDAD 2015/16 Code: AEADD 2015/16

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AEDAD: Start A.Springs 1:30pm & end A.Springs 5:00pm.

AEADD: Start A.Springs 11:30am & end A.Springs 5:00pm.







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WITH WALL TO WALL SUNSHINE, STUNNING BACKDROPS & WORLD CLASS MUSIC ACTS, IT’S FAIR TO SAY AUSTRALIA IS OUR NEW FAVOURITE FESTIVAL DESTINATION. GET IN ON THE ACTION AT SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS OR CELEBRATE NYE SYDNEY STYLE.

• Breakfast every day (check out itineraries for dinner inclusions)

• A range of accommodation types to suit your budget – choose from comfy hotels, convenient hostels or freestyle camping

• A Trip Manager & Driver on short stays & day trips

• A festival crew on festival trips

• Get around on our modern, air-conditioned

coaches with power points, movies & a

killer sound system!

• Awesome inclusions – think orientation

tours in cities & little known hot spots


Sydney NYE ........................................ p.52

Splendour in the Grass ................... p.53

Contiki.com/festivals-short-stays-australia

FESTIVALS& SHORTSTAYS


Day 1: Sydney This afternoon check in to the hotel. Later, meet up with your Trip Manager & group & get to know your new travel buddies over a drink & dinner. Hotel (D)

Day 2: Sydney With sightseeing this morning you’ll get to see all that Sydney has to offer, including some of its eastern beaches, like Bondi. Tonight, get ready to ring in the New Year from a different angle, as you board a Sydney Harbour cruise. See a light show & the city’s

famous fireworks explode across the sky,

complete with canapes, dinner, alcoholic & non-

alcoholic drinks & there’s even an on-board DJ so

you can dance the night away! Hotel (B)

Day 3: Happy New Year! Today is yours to chill out. Have a late

‘recovery’ lunch then later in the afternoon you

could venture to Bondi Beach to soak up some

sun & get into the buzzing vibe of this sunny city.

Hotel (B)

Day 4: Sydney Your New Year’s adventure ends after breakfast

& it’s time to say farewell to your new friends. (B)

3 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION 3 nights triple-share centrally located hotel accommodation

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

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/SYDNEY-NEW-YEAR

SNAPSHOT


Trip Manager

• Harbour cruise to watch the New Year fireworks, with included canapes, dinner, alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks & a DJ

• Half-day guided sightseeing tour of Sydney including Bondi Beach

• Local taxes & service charges

Code: SNYED 2015/16

SYDNEY


SYDNEYNEW YEAR

SHORT STAY

* Price above is triple-share.

Twin & single supplements available. If you are travelling solo,

we can set you up with a same sex roommate at no extra

charge.

Trip starts at 5:00pm, check in from 3:00pm.

Climb Sydney’s most famous icon, the Sydney Harbour Bridge

(essential to pre-book at bridgeclimb.com)


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24, 25, 26 JULY, 2015MUSIC LOVERS! JOIN US IN BEAUTIFUL BYRON BAY FOR THE 15TH ANNUAL SPLENDOUR IN THE GRASS FESTIVAL – ALWAYS A HOT TICKET & THE EASIEST WAY TO WARM UP YOUR WINTER!

Don’t miss Australia’s hottest annual music, arts & culture festival.

SPLENDOUR’S atmosphere is unique, and when you add in an

unparalleled line-up of international & local bands, giving you an

experience that is second to none on the Australian festival circuit.

Contiki will have you sorted with SPLENDOUR’S event tickets

& accommodation included.

All you need is a festive attitude & be ready for some good times with

an amazing crew.

WITH CONTIKICONTIKI.COM/SPLENDOUR

KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED ON CONTIKI.COM/SPLENDOUR FOR DETAILS ON TICKETS, TRIP INFO & WATCH OUR VIDEO


LEARN TO DIVE IN THE FAMOUS GREAT BARRIER REEF, OR IF YOU’RE ALREADY A PRO THEN GET RIGHT INTO THE ACTION! WHEN YOU’RE IN OZ YOU CAN CHOOSE TO GET OUT ON THE WATER IN THE INCREDIBLE WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS – AN UN-MISSABLE EXPERIENCE.

• Breakfast & dinner both days plus one lunch

• Comfortable multi-share accommodation

• A dedicated skipper & crew team ready to

teach you all the sailing tricks of the trade

• A stop-off at Whitehaven Beach, one

of the top 10 beaches in the world

• ME Time optionals including introductory

& certified dives

INCLUDEDSAILING & DIVE TRIPS

Whitsundays Sailing ....................... p.55

7 trips / 5-25 days

Diving ................................................... p.55

2 trips / 3 or 5 days

Contiki.com/sailing-cruise-australia

SAILING& DIVE


SNAPSHOT

WHITSUNDAYSSAILING ADVENTURE

(no single or twin-share)

2 NIGHTS MULTI-SHAREACCOMMODATION


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/SAILINGWHITSUNDAYS

SAILING

SEE THE WHITSUNDAYS ON OUR OWN PRIVATE YACHT! THIS SAILING OPTION IS A GREAT ALTERNATIVE TO SPENDING 2 NIGHTS AT DAYDREAM ISLAND RESORT, WITH THE CHANCE TO SPEND 2 DAYS & NIGHTS OUT ON THE WATER.

The Whitsundays is part of the Great Barrier Reef

World Heritage Area, with over 90 mostly

uninhabited National Park islands, heavenly white

beaches & crystal clear waters. And sailing on

converted racing yachts is a great way to see it all.

If you want to learn about sailing, the crew will teach

you how to hoist the sails & grind the winches, but if

you’d prefer to relax, sunbake & soak up the

atmosphere – you can leave the hard work to them.

Swim, snorkel, or laze your way around this tropical

paradise. The highlight will definitely be a visit to

Whitehaven Beach (weather dependent). The trip

returns to Airlie Beach on the final morning.

Visit contiki.com/sailingwhitsundays

INCLUSIONS• Dedicated & professional

on-board crew

• Snorkelling equipment

AVAILABLE ON THESE TRIPS

• The Big Walkabout (p.32)

• Beaches & Reefs (p.34)

• Reefs & Rainforests (p.36)

• Sunsets & Surf (p.38)

• The Sun Seeker (p.42)

• Tropical Wonder (p.44)

• Island & Rainforest (p.45)

2 DAYS

SNAPSHOT

ITINERARY ITINERARY

4 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 2 nights in a hostel (multi-share) , 2 nights on a dive boat (twin-share)

7 INCLUDED MEALS 2 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D)

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DIVE

INCLUSIONS

• Transfers from Cairns accommodation to training centre & boat

• PADI ‘Open Water’ certificate & manual

• Log book & scuba equipment

2 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION 2 nights twin-share accommodation on boat

7 INCLUDED MEALS2 breakfasts (B), 3 lunches (L), 2 dinners (D)

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/DIVE-ADVENTURE

INCLUSIONS

• Transfers from Cairns accommodation to boat

• 11 dives incl. 2 night dives (weather permitting)

• Dive & snorkelling equipment

• Dive Insurance

LEARN TO DIVE

Days 1 - 2: Cairns . The first 2 days of the course

are spent at Pro Dive Cairns training centre learning

the theory & practical skills of scuba diving.

Each day finishes around 5:30pm. Hostel

Days 3 - 4: Cairns to the dive boat . The next

3 days & 2 nights are spent living on board a

premium dive vessel. You’ll have the opportunity to

participate in 9 dives on a variety of our 16 exclusive

dive sites on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Your first

4 dives will complete your open water certification

& then as a certified diver you are able to take up

to 5 more recreational dives. One of these dives

is a guided night dive! These extra dives will be

a highlight of your course & a truly memorable

experience. Boat (L, D)( B, L, D)

Day 5: Dive boat to Cairns . Return to Cairns in the

late afternoon where there’s the option to join your

new mates & crew for a farewell dinner. (B, L)

DIVE

Day 1: Cairns to the dive boat . An early pickup (5:55am) this morning & it’s off to the dive boat & out to The Great

Barrier Reef to start your adventure. Boat (L, D)

Day 2: Dive boat . Today gives you the opportunity to explore this World Heritage listed underwater playground, but also to relax & enjoy yourself diving & snorkelling. Back onboard, it’s good fun, shared experiences, great

food & a spectacular sunset. Boat (B, L, D)

Day 3: Dive boat . There’s more diving or snorkelling in different areas of the reef today & later, return to Cairns

where there’s an included transfer back to your hotel. (B, L)

SAVE

DIVE TO ADVENTURE

DIVE

DIVE TO ADVENTURE

LEARN TO DIVE

Important Info: Some taxes are payable directly to Pro Dive at the end of the course including the Environmental Management charge at a cost of A$60. Course is open age and unescorted. You will need to contact Pro Dive in order to arrange your transfer on Day 1 (prodivecairns.com or 07 4031 5255). Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 300m or over within 24 hours of your last dive (approx. 12:00noon). An Australian diving medical certificate may be needed. Prior to commencing your Learn to Dive Course you are required to complete the self-assessment Entry Level Student Dive Medical Declaration and bring with you on day 1. Package is open age, unescorted & operated by a third-party.

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5 DAYS FROM £595 PP*/ £119 P/DAY* 3 DAYS FROM £415 PP*/ £139 P/DAY*

Important Info: You must hold a minimum of an ‘open water dive’ certificate to take this trip. Some taxes are payable directly to Pro Dive at the end of the course including the Environmental Management charge at a cost of A$60. Call Pro Dive in order to arrange your transfer on day 1 (prodivecairns.com or 07 4031 5255). Safety dictates that you can’t fly or go to an altitude of 300m+ within 24 hrs of your last dive (approx. 12:00noon). A 3 day snorkeling package is also available at a cost of £369 plus A$60 EMC payable locally – see contiki.com/snorkel. Package is open age, unescorted & operated by a third-party.

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NEW

LANDIf life’s meant to be an adventure, then New Zealand is utopia.

No other place in the world can kickstart your adrenaline more

than the bungy-jumping, canyon-swinging, speedboat racing

adventure culture of NZ. And if you’re not on the hunt for thrills,

no worries, mate – there’s so much more to this small country,

take it easy with later starts, arguably the world’s best coffee plus

unreal natural wonders like Milford Sound.

contiki.com/new-zealand


NEW ZEALANDIN-DEPTH EXPLORER3 TRIPS, 7–10 DAYSLive it local NZ-style & experience the

unique culture that makes this country so

special. With shorter trips that really get

you under the skin of the places you visit,

you’lll discover NZ’s hidden gems on these

unmissable journeys.

• More ME Time

• Unique regional experiences

• Shorter trips

Experience it all with these longer trips

around both of NZ’s incredible islands.

With choices on where to start & end,

lots of experiences included, you’ll see

& do it all!

• See more

• Do more

• More included

DISCOVERY PLUS2 TRIPS, 14–19 DAYS

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WWW.CONTIKI.COM/WAYSTOTRAVEL-NEW-ZEALAND

5 WAYS TO GO

EASY PACE1 TRIP, 7 DAYSTry a more relaxed way to explore two of

New Zealand’s top destinations - Auckland &

Queenstown, for those who love to take it slow.

• Minimum 3 night stays

• Mega ME Time

• Later starts each day

• Included flight

SHORT STAYS1 TRIP, 3 DAYSA true Kiwi summer experience. See what all

the fuss is about on a short & sweet summery

escape to the far north. Relax, swim & unwind

in a slice of paradise.

• Mega ME Time

• Breakfast daily

• Short stays

WINTER & SKI1 TRIP, 7 DAYSWhatever the weather, there’s so much to

see, do & experience. Take a spin around

NZ’s two awesome islands when the

weather gets cooler with cheaper prices

& fewer queues. Or, try a Kiwi must do

& take to some epic conditions on the

famous Queenstown slopes.

• Year-round NZ experiences

• Ski & Board in Queenstown

1 incredible country, 8 trips, from 3-19 days. Get stuck into the land of adventure

& adrenaline as you explore these 2 islands.


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ME TIMEIt’s your trip, which is why we include lots of ME Time

to give you the freedom to create your perfect New

Zealand experience. 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 BUNGY!

It’s no secret that for those who live by the mantra

‘Live for adventure’, that New Zealand is one place

NOT to be missed.

Do your own thing. Spend your days on a catamaran,

fishing, visiting Hobbiton, shopping, café hopping, or

literally just lazing by the lake swimming, eating

& repeating.

Choose a ME Time optional. Whether it’s bungy

jumping, blackwater rafting, tube riding, horse

riding, sailing or 4WD experiences, it’s an adrenaline

junkies dream!

Ask your Trip Manager for helpful tips and advice to

get the most from your adventure.

BUCKET LIST• Carino Day Sailing, Bay of Islands

• Boat Cruise, Milford Sound

• Jetboat Ride, Taupo

• Heli-Hike, Franz Glacier

• Bungy Jumping, Queenstown



VISITCONTIKI.COM/METIME

& GET THE ADVENTURESTARTED


FREE TIME IN QUEENSTOWN ME TIME OPTIONAL AT HOBBITON

ME TIME OPTIONAL IN QUEENSTOWN ME TIME OPTIONAL AT FRANZ JOSEF

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ON EACH TRIP…Our trips include heaps of #NOREGRETS experiences, taking your

travel in New Zealand from the ordinary to the extraordinary!

We don’t expect you to pay extra to see all the essentials to have

a trip of a lifetime. Say farewell to wasting time & money asking

for help & information. We’ll give you access to the iconic sights

& hidden gems you wouldn’t see without a local friend.

HERE IS A TASTE OF EVERYTHING THAT’S INCLUDED ON YOUR NZ EXPERIENCE:• Ride the Shotover Jet, Queenstown

• Maori Hangi meal & Haka experience

• Visit the Sky Tower, Auckland

• Traditional Kiwi feast, Waitomo

MOREINCLUDEDEXPERIENCES:OUR INSIDER’S GUIDETO NEW ZEALAND


OUR TEAM

HERE’S HOW WE SEE NEW ZEALAND!Meet Josh, one of our On-road team & all round good kiwi bloke.

With Contiki for 5 years, Josh knows all about making it count

& makes sure our travellers do. Be sure to quiz him on anything

& everything Kiwi and with a few ‘yarns’ up his sleeve, you’ll be

sure to be kept entertained.

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OUR TEAM ARE MORE THAN JUST LIVING GUIDEBOOKS.• Trip Manager & Driver team who are with you from start to finish.

• They’re lifelong travellers, passionate about making sure you

make every single moment in New Zealand count.

• All the finer details taken care of, like restaurant bookings,

sorting out entry to sites & getting you to your accommodation.

• Expert local knowledge so you’ll discover what makes this

country so special.

• An awesome travel buddy who will make sure you have the best

time exploring this great land!

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• Your choice of a single, twin-share or quad-share room

• Breakfast each day, plus included dinners at hotels & local restaurants


• Included activities, such as a traditional

Maori Hangi, a thrilling Shotover Jet ride & a trip up Auckland’s Sky Tower

• A stellar Trip Manager & Driver team, plus Local Guides in some destinations

• A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with power points, on-board WiFi, movies & a killer sound system



The Big Tiki ........................................ p.66

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THE BIG TIKI Day 1: Auckland to Paihia . Meet your Contiki

Team & travel mates before heading north to

Paihia – where it’s all about chilled out vibes,

amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of

fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start

the trip. Hotel (D)

• See the iconic Sky Tower & harbour, made

famous by the America’s Cup

• Explore NZ’s native bush at Parry Kauri Park

• See Kawakawa’s famous Hundertwasser toilets

M Fishing trip

Day 2: Paihia . Paihia is the perfect place to relax.

Chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands, or

get into the water sports. Hotel (B)

M ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ tour with off-roading & sand

dune ‘surfing’

Day 3: Paihia to Auckland . Back in Auckland,

we’ll show you the city spots before heading up the

iconic Sky Tower. A VIP pass at one of our favourite

bars awaits tonight. Hotel (B)

• Auckland city tour & Sky Tower entry

• VIP pass at an Auckland nightspot

Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo . Get into the

adrenaline activities today before a BBQ dinner or

roast meal tonight. Lodge (B, D)

• BBQ or roast dinner (seasonal)

M Black water rafting

Day 5: Waitomo to Rotorua . In Rotorua, we’ll

show you the sights then tonight experience a

traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance.

Hotel (B, D)

• Rotorua city tour

• Maori Hangi dinner & concert

Day 6: Rotorua . Take advantage of the city’s

awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a

spa or treatment. Hotel (B)

Day 7: Rotorua to Lake Taupo . Check out the

famous mud pools before it’s onto Huka Falls. At

Lake Taupo, you can opt for a cruise on the lake

tonight, where you can fish, eat & party into the

night. Hotel (B)

• See Rotorua’s geothermal mud pools

• See Taupo’s Huka Falls

Day 8: Lake Taupo to Wellington . Check out the

landscapes along the Desert Road en route to the

capital, Wellington, where we’ll show you the city

sights. Then tonight it’s VIP bar entry! Hotel (B)

• Drive along the Desert Road & Kapiti Coast

• Orientation tour of Wellington

• VIP pass at a local nightspot

Day 9: Wellington . Chill your way today. Hit the

shops along Lambton Quay or Cuba Street Mall.

With some of the country’s best coffee, taking a

break with a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B)

Day 10: Wellington to Christchurch . Hop from

the North Island, via ferry, to the South Island.

Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline,

to the charmingly English city of Christchurch.

Hotel (B)

• Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough &

Queen Charlotte Sounds

• Stop at a seal colony & Kaikoura

Day 11: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier . Venture through the Southern Alps & along the

rugged West Coast to Hokitika & later on to Franz

Josef. Lodge (B, D)

• Christchurch city tour

• Scenic drive across the Southern Alps

• Stop at Arthur’s Pass

• Native greenstone demonstration & carving

Day 12: Franz Josef Glacier . Hitting the ice is a

must. From walks & hikes to heli rides, the day is

yours to enjoy. Lodge (B)

M Franz Josef ‘Ice Explorer’

Day 13: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown . Today we head through Haast Pass & Thunder Creek Falls. Visit lakeside Wanaka & Arrowtown before hitting Queenstown, the world’s adventure capital. Hotel (B)

Day 14: Queenstown . Take a ride on the Shotover

Jet, then get into the Queenstown vibes. The

nightlife here is awesome & we’ll take you to our

favourite nightstop. Hotel (B)

• Ride the iconic Shotover Jet

• VIP nightclub entry M Skyswing 400m above the town

Day 14 - 16: Ski Queenstown option . Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski

mountains around Queenstown? You can if

you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski

or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski

equipment & lessons for you. Hotel (B)(B)(B,D)

Days 15 - 16: Queenstown . From bungy jumps,

canyon swings & gondolas to the Lord of the Rings

territory, there’s no shortage of things to do & the

choice is all yours. Hotel (B)( B, D)

M Tandem skydive

Day 17: Queenstown to Dunedin . Today we’re

off to the ‘student city’ Dunedin, where we’ll try the

famous beer on a guided tour of Speights Brewery.

Hotel (B)

• Stop at Bungy bridge & Alexandra

• Speights Brewery tour

Day 18: Dunedin to Lake Ohau . See the world’s

steepest street, then it’s onto Moeraki to see the

huge beach boulders. Later, Lake Ohau will impress,

with epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps.

Lodge (B, D)

• Visit Baldwin St

• Visit Moeraki Boulders, Oamaru & Benmore Dam

Day 19: Lake Ohau to Christchurch . Maybe

take a scenic glacier flight before heading through

Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch where your

trip ends. (B)

• Stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo & Geraldine

• See the famous Church of the Good Shepherd

• Scenic flight at Mt Cook


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SNAPSHOT

18 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION 14 nights in hotels , 4 nights in lodges






• Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges


• Kiwiana fish ‘n’ chips dinner

• Sky Tower visit with 360 degree views of Auckland

• Traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance in Rotorua

• ‘The Incredible Race’, Te Puia

• Thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride

• Dinner at Winnie’s pizza pub in Queenstown


ME TIME HIGHLIGHT OPTIONAL

ME TIME OPTIONS

M Race down a hill inside an OGO ball

M Visit Hobbiton Village from The Lord of the Rings

M Fishing trip on Lake Taupo

M AJ Hackett bungy jump in

M Cruise stunning Milford Sound


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/TIKI

MILFORD SOUND

LOCAL CULTURE

Queenstown’s Fergburger is THE place to get the ultimate burger fix. ‘Mr Big Stuff’ is one of our favourites. Our tip; make sure you go on an empty stomach – these are huge & amazing!


Take a break & try something different – a day trip & boat cruise on the World Heritage listed Milford Sound. This slice of paradise is known for its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins & incredible scenery. See the ME Time highlight optional box on p.75 for more.

Code: NGZCD 2015/16

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THE BIG TIKI START/END QUEENSTOWN - 17 DAYS

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

• For 17 day price, deduct up to £170 from price in the price box

• 17 day trip starts or ends at Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Queenstown

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• Twin room supp: £209. Single room supp: £835

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KIWIANA PANORAMA Day 1: Auckland to Waitomo . Meet up with your

Contiki Team & travel mates & set out for Waitomo.

Get into the adrenaline cave activities here before a

BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (D)


Day 2: Waitomo to Rotorua . In Rotorua we’ll

show you the sights then tonight, experience a

traditional Maori Hangi & dance performance.

Hotel (B, D)



M Skyline gondola & luge rides

Day 3: Rotorua . Take advantage of the city’s

awesome thermal environment & treat yourself to a

spa or treatment. Hotel (B)

M Race down a hill inside a transparent Ogo ball


famous mud pools before it’s on to Huka Falls. At

Lake Taupo, you can opt for a cruise on the lake


night. Hotel (B)



Day 5: Lake Taupo to Wellington . Check out the

landscapes along the Desert Road en route to the

capital, Wellington, where we’ll show you the city

sights. Then tonight it’s VIP bar entry! Hotel (B)


• Orientation tour of Wellington


Day 6: Wellington . Chill your way today. Hit the

shops along Lambton Quay or Cuba Street Mall.

With some of the country’s best coffee, taking a

break with a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B)

M Quad biking adventure



Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline, to

the charmingly English city of Christchurch.

Hotel (B)

• Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough &

Queen Charlotte Sounds


Day 8: Christchurch to Franz Josef Glacier . Venture through the Southern Alps & along the

rugged West Coast to Hokitika & later on to Franz

Josef. Lodge (B, D)

• Christchurch city tour




Day 9: Franz Josef Glacier . Hitting the ice is a

must. From walks & hikes to heli rides, the day is

yours to enjoy. Lodge (B)

M Heli-hike tour

M Ice climbing

Day 10: Franz Josef Glacier to Queenstown . Today we head through Haast Pass & Thunder

Creek Falls. Visit lakeside Wanaka & Arrowtown

before hitting Queenstown, the world’s adventure

capital. Hotel (B)

Day 11: Queenstown . Take a ride on the Shotover

Jet, then get into the Queenstown vibes. The

nightlife here is awesome & we’ll take you to our

favourite nightstop. Hotel (B)


• VIP nightclub entry

M Whitewater rafting

Day 11 - 13: Ski Queenstown option . Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski


Days 12 - 13: Queenstown . From bungy jumps, canyon swings & gondolas to the Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do & the choice is all yours. Hotel (B)( B, D)

M Bungy jumping

Day 14: Queenstown to Dunedin . Today we’re off to the ‘student city’ Dunedin, where we’ll try the famous beer on a guided tour of Speights Brewery. Hotel (B)

• Stop at Bungy Bridge & Alexandra

• Speights Brewery tour

Day 15: Dunedin to Lake Ohau . See the world’s steepest street, then it’s on to Moeraki to see the huge beach boulders. Later, Lake Ohau will impress, with epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps. Lodge (B, D)

• Visit Baldwin St

• Visit Moeraki Boulders, Oamaru & Benmore Dam

Day 16: Lake Ohau to Christchurch . Maybe take a scenic glacier flight before heading through Mackenzie Country back to Christchurch where your trip ends. (B)

• Stop at Lake Pukaki, Lake Tekapo & Geraldine


• Scenic flight past glaciers & Mt. Cook, NZ’s highest peak


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• Tour & tasting at the iconic Speights Brewery


ME TIME OPTIONS

M See the famous glowworms & rock formations in Waitomo

M Lake Taupo Rocks ‘n’ Ropes adventure course

M Wine tour of the Wairarapa



VISIT CONTIKI.COM/KIWIANA MILFORD

SOUND

LOCAL CULTURE

Shopaholics listen up! Cuba Street in Wellington is filled with cute boutiques, big name brands & funky vintage stores. This is shopping & people watching at its best.

ME TIME HIGHLIGHT OPTIONAL Take a break & try something different – a day trip & boat cruise on the World Heritage listed Milford Sound. This slice of paradise is known for its gorgeous waters, wildlife like whales & dolphins & incredible scenery. See the ME Time highlight optional box on p.75 for more.

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KIWIANA PANORAMA START/END QUEENSTOWN - 14 DAYS

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

• For 14-day price, deduct up to £170 from price in the price box

• 14-day trip starts or ends at Tanoa Aspen Hotel, Queenstown

• Code: NBZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 9:00am/End 10:00am

• Code: NBZCD (ex: Queenstown) Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm




GET TO KNOW NEW ZEALAND LIKE THE LOCALS DO WITH AN IN-DEPTH EXPLORER TRIP. STICKING MAINLY TO ONE OF THE TWO ISLANDS THAT MAKE UP NEW ZEALAND, THESE TRIPS OFFER AN AUTHENTIC PEEK INTO KIWI CULTURE.

• Your choice of a single, twin-share or quad-share room

• Breakfast each day, plus some included dinners at hotels and local restaurants


• Included activities, such as a local fish’n’chip dinner, a traditional Maori Hangi and a guided tour of Ohinemutu Maori Village

• A stellar Trip Manager & Driver team, plus Local Guides in some destinations




Sun & Steam ...................................... p.71

Northern Choice ............................... p.72

Sweet as South ................................. p.74

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IN-DEPTHEXPLORER

Day 1: Auckland to Paihia . Meet up with your Contiki Team & travel mates before heading north to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled out vibes, amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip & get into the endless summer atmosphere. Hotel (D)

• See the Waitemata Harbour, made famous by the America’s Cup


• Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous Hundertwasser toilets

Day 2: Paihia . Paihia is the perfect place to relax. Chill out on the beach, see the Maori tribal lands & learn about NZ’s history, or do it like the locals & get into some water sports. Hotel (B)

Day 3: Paihia to Auckland . Back in Auckland, we’ll show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s iconic Sky Tower. A VIP pass at one of our favourite Auckland nightspots will set you up for an awesome night out. We love Ponsonby Road for some of the city’s best spots to party too. Hotel (B)



Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo . Get into the adrenaline cave activities here before a BBQ dinner or roast meal tonight. Lodge (B, D)

• Traditional Kiwi BBQ or roast (seasonal) M Black water rafting in a rubber ring through underground caves

Day 5: Waitomo to Rotorua . Tonight, go local as you indulge in a traditional Maori Hangi & pick up some tips from the locals at a traditional Maori dance performance. Hotel (B, D)



Day 6: Rotorua . With a free day, take advantage

of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat

yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B)

M Race down a hill inside an OGO ball

Day 7: Rotorua to Auckland . Today you’ll take

a transfer back to Auckland, so it’s time to swap

email addresses as your trip ends on arrival. (B)


6 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION 5 nights in hotels, 1 night in a lodge




• Sky Tower visit in Auckland


• Traditional Maori Hangi & dance in Rotorua


ME TIMEOPTIONS

M Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkelling with lunch

M Skyline gondola & luge rides


VISIT CONTIKI.COM/STEAM

SNAPSHOT






Code: NRZAD 2015/16

Please note: The transfer from Rotorua to Auckland is not operated by Contiki, but a third party operator.

LOCAL CULTURE

Head to the world-class Rotorua Museum to discover Rotorua’s rich culture, volatile landscape & dramatic history.

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10 DAYS - FROM £1075 PP*/ £108 P/DAY*

NORTHERN ‘CHOICE’ Day 1: Auckland to Paihia . Meet up with your

Contiki Team & travel mates before heading

to Paihia – where it’s all about chilled out vibes,

amazing beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of

fish ‘n’ chips for dinner is the perfect way to start

the trip & get into the endless summer atmosphere.

Hotel (D)

• See the iconic Sky Tower & harbour, made

famous by the America’s Cup


• Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous

Hundertwasser toilets


Chill out on the beach or even on a boat, visit the

Maori tribal lands & learn about NZ’s history, or do it

like the locals & get into some watersports. Hotel (B)

M Catamaran sailing, swimming & snorkelling

with lunch

Day 3: Paihia to Auckland . Back in Auckland, we’ll

show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s

iconic Sky Tower. A VIP pass at one of our favourite

Auckland nightspots will set you up for an awesome

night out. We love Ponsonby Road for some of the

city’s best spots to party too. Hotel (B)



Day 4: Auckland to Waitomo . Get into the

adrenaline cave activities here before a BBQ dinner

or roast meal tonight. Lodge (B, D)


M Black water rafting through underground caves

Day 5: Waitomo to Rotorua . Tonight, go local

as you indulge in a traditional Maori Hangi & pick

up some tips from the locals at a traditional Maori

dance performance. Hotel (B, D)



Day 6: Rotorua . With a free day, take advantage

of the city’s awesome thermal environment & treat

yourself to a spa or treatment. Hotel (B)


areas famous mud pools before it’s on to Huka falls

– there’s your chance for a ride on the famous Huka

Jet! At Lake Taupo, grabbing a bite by the water is

a must. You could opt for a dinner cruise on the lake


night. Hotel (B)



M Fun evening lake cruise including fishing

Day 8: Lake Taupo to Wellington . Check out

the awesome landscapes along the Desert Road

on route to the windy capital, Wellington, where

we’ll show you the sights around this arty city. VIP

bar entry means you’ll start the night out in style.

Hotel (B)


• Orientation tour of Wellington including

Mt. Victoria


Day 9: Wellington . Chill your way today. Maybe hit

the shops along Lambton Quay & Courtney Place

or Cuba Street Mall with its street performers & cool

local characters. With some of the country’s best

coffee & cafés found in ‘Welly’, taking a break with

a ‘flat white’ is a must. Hotel (B)



Travel down the stunning Kaikoura coastline, to the

charmingly English city of Christchurch where your

trip ends on arrival. (B)

• Cruise Cook Strait & the scenic Marlborough

& Queen Charlotte Sounds



Code: NNHAD 2015/16

SNAPSHOT

9 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION 8 nights in hotels , 1 night in a lodge









• Sky Tower visit with 360 degree views of Auckland




ME TIMEOPTIONS

M Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls

M Guided tours of Ruakuri or Waitomo Caves to see the glowworms & rock formations

M OGO ball racing

M Quad biking adventure



LOCAL CULTURE

Sweet tooth? Buy a pack of Pineapple Lumps – these Kiwi favourites are seriously delish & a pack to take home is an essential!

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/CHOICE

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NNHCD: Start Christchurch 7:00am & end Auckland 3:00pm.







NORTHERN CHOICE START/END WELLINGTON - 10 DAYS

WANT WELLINGTON? You can choose to start or end your Northern ‘Choice’ trip in Wellington & see even more.

• Trip starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington

• Code: NNZAD (ex: Auckland) Start 9:00am/End 10:00am

• Code: NNZCD (ex: Wellington) Start 6:00pm/End 3:00pm



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‘SWEET AS’ SOUTH Day 1: Christchurch to Lake Ohau . Meet up with your Contiki Team then check out the views of Mackenzie country & Lake Tekapo. On arrival, Lake Ohau will impress, its epic views of Mt. Cook & the Southern Alps are seriously stunning. Lodge (D)

• Stop at Lake Pukaki & Lake Tekapo & Geraldine


• Chill at our theme party tonight M Scenic flight past lakes, glaciers & Aoraki/Mt. Cook, NZ’s highest peak

Day 2: Lake Ohau to Dunedin . Head to Moeraki for a look at the massive boulders located by the beach. Later, it’s a change of scene in the ‘student city’ Dunedin, try the city’s famous beer on a guided tour of Speights Brewery. Later tonight, maybe head to the Octagon area of town for a fun night out. Hotel (B)

• Stop at Oamaru & Benmore Dam

• Visit Moeraki Boulders

• Speights Heritage & Brewery tour

• Visit Baldwin St (the world’s steepest street)

Day 3: Dunedin to Queenstown . It’s time to hit legendary Queenstown, the world’s adventure capital. On arrival, we’ll take a quick tour to get your bearings. This town goes off, so maybe grab a delicious ‘FergBurger’ & head into town for a night out. Hotel (B)

Day 4: Queenstown . Take a ride on the Shotover Jet this morning, before the afternoon is yours to get into the Queenstown vibes. The nightlife here is awesome & VIP entry will make sure you start the night out right. Hotel (B)


• VIP nightclub entry

Day 4 - 6: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski equipment & lessons for you. Hotel. (B) (B)( B, D)

Days 5 - 6: Queenstown . From bungy jumps, canyon swings, luging, gondolas & jet boat rides to the Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do in this legendary town & the choice is all yours. With little shops & a stunning lakeside setting, a stroll through town & relaxing by the lake is a must. Hotel (B)( B, D)

M Canyon swing on a giant rope across the Shotover River, 109m up!

Day 7: Queenstown to Franz Josef Glacier . We’ll drop into Arrowtown & lakeside Wanaka, then keep an eye out for wildlife as we head through stunning Haast Pass & Thunder Creek Falls before arriving in NZ’s iconic glacial spot, Franz Josef. Lodge (B, D)

• Explore tiny Arrowtown

• Scenic drive through Haast Pass & see Thunder Creek Falls

Day 8: Franz Josef Glacier . The day is yours – so hitting the ice is a must. From walks & hikes or heli rides, to just chilling in Franz, the day is yours to enjoy your way. Lodge (B)

M Fly to & walk on the glacier M Ice climbing

Day 9: Franz Josef Glacier to Christchurch . Today we make tracks through the Alps to Christchurch! We stop in Hokitika to learn about NZ’s native greenstone & how it’s carved, before it’s time to say your goodbyes & swap contact details with your travel mates as your trip ends on arrival in Christchurch. (B)





Code: NSZCD 2015/16

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• Tour & tasting at the iconic Speights Brewery




ME TIMEOPTIONS

M Scenic helicopter flight to see Mt. Cook & land on Fox Glacier



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YOUR CHOICE You can start this trip in Christchurch or Wellington & travel it in reverse.

MILFORD SOUND ME TIME HIGHLIGHT OPTIONAL

LOCAL CULTURE

Head to a local Kiwi ‘Dairy’, filled with sweet treats & tip-top ice-cream, pick your scoops & enjoy!

If you’ve done a bungy, rafted & jetboated

your way around Queenstown – why not

mix it up & take a day trip from Queenstown

to Milford Sound. We head to this stunning

World Heritage listed area, then jump

on-board a boat & cruise these incredible

waters to experience this slice of paradise.

Keep your eyes peeled for whales, dolphins

& seals amongst this incredible scenery.

You can choose to take the coach back to

Queenstown, or there’s also the option to fly

– it is up to you. Experience it for yourself!

Code: NSZAD 2015/16



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NSZAD: Start Christchurch 9:00am & end Christchurch 6:00pm.





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‘SWEET AS’ SOUTH START/END WELLINGTON - 10 DAYS

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

• For 10-day price, add up to £160 to price in the price box

• 10-day trip starts or ends at Abel Tasman Hotel, Wellington

• Code: NSHCD (ex: Christchurch) Start 9:00am/End 4:00pm

• Code: NSHAD (ex: Wellington) Start 7:00am/End 6:00pm




SOMETIMES TAKING IT SLOW IS THE ONLY WAY TO GO. EASY PACE TRIPS ARE FORTHOSE WHO WANT TO TAKE LIFE DOWN A GEAR. SPEND LONGER DOING THINGS YOULOVE, LIKE EXPLORING MUSEUMS IN AUCKLAND OR BUNGY JUMPING IN QUEENSTOWN.

• Breakfast each day, plus some included dinners at hotels and local restaurants


• Taking in the stunning views of New Zealand on an included flight from Auckland to Queenstown

• Included activities, such as a thrilling Shotover Jet boat ride, ConKiwiana cooking experience and tasting a famous ‘Fergburger’

• A Trip Manager & Driver team who will be your oracle on all things New Zealand



INCLUDED1 TRIP / 7 DAYS

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EASYPACE

New for 2015


Day 1: Arrive Auckland . Meet up with your

Contiki Team & fellow travellers before heading

out to explore what the locals call ‘the big little

city’. With 3 nights here, there’s so much time for

sights, exploring, shopping & more. First up is a trip

to stunning Waiheke Island, soak up the beautiful

beaches, local vineyards & laid-back seaside life.

Later, take in the Auckland views from the top of

the world famous Sky Tower before a delicious local

dinner with the group. Hotel (D)

• Waiheke Island ferry & tour

Day 2: Auckland . Wake up, grab a bite & enjoy

a free day in Auckland to explore your way. Opt

to crew a former Americas Cup racing yacht in

Auckland’s stunning harbour or enjoy some ME

Time with no shortage of things to see, do &

experience. Later, advance your culinary skills at the

ConKiwiana cooking experience! Hotel (B, D)

• ConKiwiana cooking experience

M Americas Cup sailing

M Auckland Bridge climb

Day 3: Auckland . Enjoy your final free day in

this great city, take some time to see Auckland

Art Gallery or Auckland Musuem, hit the shops on

Ponsonby Road or Newmarket, or head around

to the Eastern Bays for some beach time & an ice

cream, with stunning Rangitoto Island as your

backdrop. Hotel (B)

• Kelly Tarlton’s Sealife Aquarium experience

Day 4: Queenstown . It’s out of the city & into the

action today – our morning begins with a flight to

Queenstown, the adventure capital of the world.

Get your adrenaline pumping with a ride on the

Shotover Jet & taste test a world famous delicious

‘FergBurger’ before experiencing the legendary

nightlife of Queenstown at the Minus 5 Ice Bar.

Lodge (B, D)

• Chill in the Minus 5 Ice Bar


• Experience a ‘Fergburger’

Days 5 - 6: Queenstown . From bungy jumps, canyon swings, luging, gondolas & jet boat rides to Lord of the Rings territory, there’s no shortage of things to do in this town & the choice is all yours. With little shops & a stunning lakeside setting, a stroll through town & relaxing by the lake is a must. Lodge (B)( B, D)

• Skyline dinner & gondola M Bungy jumping M Walter Peak horse riding

Days 4 - 6: Ski Queenstown option Want to ‘carve up’ some of the great ski mountains around Queenstown? You can if you’re travelling in July or August! Choose to ski or board for 2 full days – we can even organise ski


Day 7: End Queenstown . Our trip ends after breakfast, so it’s time to swap email addresses as you say farewell to your Trip Manager & new friends. (B)

• Group photo






ME TIME OPTIONS

M Dart River Wilderness Safari

M Skyswing at The Ledge or Nevis

M Ziptrek Ecotours

M Milford Sound Discovery

M Queenstown wine trail in Gibbston Valley

See itinerary & visit contiki.com for even more .

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/FIRENICE

SNAPSHOT

Code: FINIC 2015/16


Trip Manager


• Included flight from Auckland to Queenstown - one of the World’s great scenic flights

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internal flight as specified on the map only & do not include

international airfares to or from the trip start & end cities.

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SHORTSTAYS

• Multi-share hotel accommodation

• Breakfast each day, plus an included

fish’n’chips dinner

• Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus

orientations in all other destinations

• Included activities, such as an Auckland city

tour & Sky Tower entry

• A stellar Trip Manager & Driver team, plus Local

Guides in some destinations

• A modern air-conditioned coach decked out with

power points, on-board WiFi, movies & a killer

sound system

• ME Time – your chance to explore on your

own or take advantage of our awesome

optional activities


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SNAPSHOT


2 NIGHTS ACCOMMODATION

2 nights hotel accommodation

3 INCLUDED MEALS

2 breakfasts (B), 1 dinner (D)

ME TIME OPTIONS

M Swim with the dolphins in the Bay of Islands

M Day tour to ‘Ninety Mile Beach’ with off-roading & sand dune ‘surfing’


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Day 1: Auckland to Paihia . Meet up with your

Contiki Team & travel mates before heading north to

Paihia – where it’s all about chilled out vibes, amazing

beaches & cool locals. A Kiwi favourite of fish & chips

for dinner is the perfect way to start the trip & get

into the endless summer atmosphere. Hotel (D)

• See the Waitemata Harbour, made famous by the

America’s Cup


• Check out Whangarei & Kawakawa’s famous

Hunderwasser toilets

M Exciting parasail adventure; witness breathtaking

views as a jet boat pulls you through the open sky


Chill out on the beach, visit the Maori tribal lands &

learn about NZ’s history, or do it like the locals & get

into some watersports. Hotel (B)

M Ocean kayaking adventure to Haruru Falls

Day 3: Paihia to Auckland . Back in Auckland, we’ll

show you the city spots before jetting up the city’s

iconic Sky Tower. Then it’s time to swap emails & say

your farewells, as your trip ends at 6:00pm. (B)


SHORT STAY

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● The trip code for these departures is NCZAD only.

■ The trip code for these departures is NCZCD only.

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HIT THE SLOPES ON A WINTER & SKI TRIP, TAKING ADVANTAGE OF QUEENSTOWN’S KILLER SNOW AND AWESOME APRÈS SKI NIGHTLIFE. ENJOY INCLUDED SKI PASSES, DAILY TRANSFERS AND MEGA ME TIME & CREATE LIFELONG MEMORIES.

• Your choice or a single, twin-share or

quad-share room

• 4 day ski pass

• Daily transfers up and down the mountain

• An expert Contiki Ski Rep

• A hearty breakfast every day, plus some

yummy included dinners

• Heaps of ME Time – your chance to

explore on your own or take advantage

of our awesome optional activities

• Wanna ski AND explore the rest of New

Zealand? During the winter months (July/

August), any of our trips that go through

Queenstown give you the option to hit the

slopes while you’re in town


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WINTER & SKI

SKI QUEENSTOWN

WHERE YOU’LL BE:There’s no place like this thriving town in

the winter! Regardless of being a

beginner or advanced skier, Contiki will

take you on a journey designed for the

adventurer within. Connect with an

awesome crew & explore this trendy

tourist hotspot offering a diverse array

of activities. From adrenaline-packed

experiences on or off the slopes to the

uber-cool nightlife, surrounded by

magnificent lakes & mountains –

Queenstown has something for

everyone. Allow us to help you maximise

your 7 days in this beautiful haven both

on & off the mountain… hassle free!

OUR TEAM:The knowledge & expertise of our team

is what makes the real difference, so we

offer our expert Contiki Ski Rep to

enhance your experience.

EXCLUSIVE INCLUSIONS:Stay 6 nights in multi-share

accommodation. To start your day on

the slopes we provide a hearty

breakfast & include 2 delicious dinners.

Your Exclusive inclusions consist of a

4 day ski lift pass & we get you to three

of Queenstown’s famous ski fields &

include daily transfers up & down the

mountain. Also included is all hotel tips,

local taxes & service charges.

CULINARY DELIGHTS& NIGHTLIFE:Another benefit of travelling with us is

we know the local spots! We include

dinner at ‘Winnies’ famous pizza pub.

For your ME Time we suggest the option

of dinner at Skyline Restaurant to take in

some unbeatable views of Lake

Wakatipu & town. For those who are

keen, we’ll show you other great eats like

Fergburger & some of Queentown’s

coolest bars to end off the night.

ME TIME OPTIONALS:We’ve got a selection of adrenaline-

junky activities & Queenstown must-do’s

lined up for you. There is no better

setting for an unforgettable bungy

jumping experience – trust us! Why not

go to the very place bungy jumping was

invented. Go skydiving & get your

adrenaline fix as you take to the sky with

a stunning view below your feet.

SKI ESSENTIALS – GEAR & HIRE:Don’t buy expensive new gear before

you go – we’ll kit you out with hire gear

when you arrive. Need lessons? At ski

school, instructors will teach you the

techniques to get you up on the slopes,

or for the more experienced, teach you

ways to improve your know-how. SNAPSHOT

WHY CHOOSE US

• 4-day ski passes

• Experience all three of Queenstown’s local

ski fields

• Daily transfers up & down the mountain

• Twin-share or multi-share hotel

accommodation

• Loads of ME Time activities on offer

• Plenty of time to experience

Queenstown’s awesome aprés ski scene

ME TIME OPTIONS

Off the mountain there’s plenty of

Queenstown must-do’s – so fuel your inner

adrenaline junkie:

M Rafting on the Kawarau River & heli. flight

M A thrilling jetboat ride through the gorge

M Meal at Skyline Restaurant

M Jetboat, 4WD & hike Mt. Aspiring National Park

M 4WD tour through the Middle Earth (Lord of The Rings)

M Take a leap at ‘the home of bungy’

M Skyswing at The Ledge or Nevis

M Tandem skydive over Lake Wakatipu

M Canyon swing the Shotover River

M Full day excursion into Milford Sound

M Ziptrek flying fox experience

M Chill in the Minus 5 Ice Bar

M Queenstown wine trail in Gibbston Valley

VISIT CONTIKI.COM FOR EVEN MORE

HOW MUCH?Group lesson rates (ski or board):Coronet Peak NZ$60

Remarkables NZ$60

Cardrona NZ$62

Treble Cone NZ$63

Equipment hire (prices per day):Skis or snowboard or boots only NZ$25Skis, boots & poles or NZ$37snowboard & boots

Premium skis,boots & poles NZ$54

Clothing hire (prices per day):Jacket & pants NZ$29Helmet NZ$10

Note: Prices above are correct at time of print & include GST. Lessons are for either 1-2 hours depending on ski field.

HIT THE SLOPES IN THE ADVENTURE CAPITAL OF NEW ZEALAND. CREATE EPIC MEMORIES AMONGST THE SNOW-CAPPED MOUNTAINS BY DAY, COUPLED WITH BUSTLING APRÉS SKI NIGHTLIFE, NZ STYLE. EXPERIENCE THIS ADRENALINE-LACED TRIP, IDEAL FOR THOSE WITH A THIRST FOR ADVENTURE ON OUR ULTIMATE NZ SKI TRIP.


Day 1: Arrive Queenstown . Welcome to legendary

Queenstown! Known for its epic mountain lifestyle

& cool vibes, this is the ultimate haven for those

that love to ski, or those that want to learn. Tonight,

meet your Ski Rep & other travellers, before

getting to know the group with dinner at one of

Queenstown’s most popular restaurants. (D)

Day 2: Queenstown . It’s time to hit the slopes!

Carve up one of Queenstown’s three ski fields – the

Remarkables, Coronet Peak & Cadrona are world

renowned for their awesome conditions, all offering

fantastic runs for beginners through to advanced

skiers & riders. And over the next week you’ll try them

all. Transfers & lift passes are included, too easy! (B)

Day 3: Queenstown . Transfers & lift passes

included again today, so it’s perfect for heading up

one of the mountains to improve your technique.

If you’re looking for somewhere to head for dinner

tonight, we love FergBurger for some seriously

delicious treats! (B)

Day 4: Queenstown . With a free day, get a taste

for the endless activities in the ‘World’s Adventure

Capital’. You could try bungy jumping, skydiving

or rafting & that’s just the start. Tonight, head to

one of the town’s cool bars or there’s the option

of dinner at Skyline Restaurant for some seriously

unbeatable views. (B)

M Scenic tandem skydive

M AJ Hackett bungy jump

Day 5: Queenstown . Today it’s back up the

mountain as we visit the last of the three ski fields

so you can show off your skills. Transfers & lift

passes included. (B)

Day 6: Queenstown . It’s the final ski day & we’ll

give you the choice of mountain to head back to.

Tonight’s our last night, so perhaps finish off the

trip by heading out with the group to a few of

Queenstown’s bars. (B) (D)

Day 7: End Queenstown . Your ski adventure ends

after breakfast, so it’s time to say farewell to your

travel mates. (B)

6 NIGHTSACCOMMODATION 6 nights hotel accommodation


ME TIME OPTIONS

See opposite page & visit contiki.com for more

VISIT CONTIKI.COM/NZSKI

SNAPSHOT

INCLUSIONS• Our expert Contiki Ski Rep

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


Code: CZSKI 2016

Please note: Ski & snowboard equipment is available for hire in Queenstown.

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GOT A QUESTION?Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know:

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING? Luggage is restricted to a maximum suitcase

size of 73cm x 50cm x 25cm (29” x 20” x 10”)

& maximum weight of 20 kg (44lbs) plus one small

hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you.

On trips which include Whitsundays Sailing, a small

bag suitable for the extremely limited luggage

space is required. Your regular luggage will be

stored during this time. No external metal frame

backpacks please. Contiki reserves the right to

refuse to accept larger suitcases on a trip.

If you have your own ski/boarding equipment, you

may bring one pair of boots & skis or snowboard.

Otherwise, your Trip Manager can arrange these

for you in Queenstown on the trip.

Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage

insurance is strongly recommended. Remember,

if your trip includes a flight you are also subject to

airline baggage restrictions.

Note: Contiki is not responsible for any fees

incurred as a result of overweight luggage.

HOW MUCH MONEY DO I NEED?You should be able to use debit & credit cards for

most items. You’ll need to allow enough money to

cover lunches, some dinners, souvenirs, shopping,

drinks, optional activities, entrance fees to

attractions & evening entertainment.

It is advisable to start your trip with some

cash in your destination’s local currencies such

as A$ or NZ$.

WHAT SHOULD I PACK? Comfortable, casual clothing for day wear &

‘smart casual’ for dining & those nights out.

Remember that in Autumn/Winter you will

need warmer clothing as well as a raincoat/jacket.

A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential.

Some activities in New Zealand & Australia require

swimwear & a towel. For further details, please go

to contiki.com/travel-resources.

OUR TRIPS Some of our longer NZ & Australia trips are made

up of shorter modules, meaning more choice &

flexibility for our travellers as they explore. This

means more friendships & even more fun as

you discover NZ & Australia’s best & make every

moment count!

ME TIME OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES WHEN DO I CHOOSE? Optionals are arranged & paid for on your trip.

By leaving the final decisions until then you can

choose at the same time as your new friends. You’ll

get great value as we get you great rates & your

Trip Manager can offer personal advice. Some

activities are seasonal & weather dependent as well.

HOW DO I PAY? You pay on your trip with major credit cards, debit

cards or cash (A$ in Australia or NZ$ in New Zealand).

PAST TRAVELLER 5% DISCOUNTEligibility for this discount is based on

clients having booked & travelled with Contiki

(or one of our Travel Corporation sister brands, visit

www.thetravelcorporation.com for details) within 5

years of their last trip. Clients must have completed

a trip before they can redeem the discount on a

subsequent trip booking.

A deposit must be received before the discount can

be applied to the booking. It is not available on pre

& post-trip accommodation rates & other selected

products. The discount applies to brochured

prices only & cannot be combined with any non-

brochured special market promotions.

BROCHURE 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, alternatives will be arranged.

DO I NEED VACCINATIONS?At the time this brochure went to press (February

2015), no vaccinations were necessary. However, it is

wise to check up-to-date information with your travel

agent or Contiki prior to departure. Don’t forget to

bring with you any medication that you may require

en route, such as antihistamines or antibiotics.

SEASONALITY & CLIMATE Being such a large land mass, Australia is prone to

seasonal climate changes. This will mean that at

certain times of the year some of our brochured

itineraries may need to be slightly changed. For

example: northern Australia itineraries during the

wet season (December to April).

Inland alpine areas of the South Island in New

Zealand can be as cold as -10oC between May

& October.

DO I NEED VISAS?Please read carefully. Depending on your

nationality, you may require a visa to enter

Australia & New Zealand. You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas prior to the departure of your trip. Contiki is not

legally permitted to knowingly allow anybody who

does not have a valid visa to join a trip. Consult

your travel agent or local embassy to determine

any visas you require & how to obtain them.

NO COMPULSORY TIPPING - REWARD ONLY EXCELLENCE!Every country in the world has different tipping

customs & in Australia & New Zealand, within

service industries, tipping is common practice.

Tipping is totally optional & only given if you feel

the service has exceeded your expectations.

If you think your Contiki Team have done an

exceptional job then you may wish to tip them.

This is entirely discretionary – it’s completely

up to you. No compulsory tipping – reward

only excellence!

BOOKING SECURITY Contiki has been running trips for young people

since 1962. It is a matter of law that trip operators

must fully protect their clients’ funds under

regulations specified by the European Community

Package Travel Directive. We confirm that Contiki is

fully compliant with the law, therefore your monies

are fully protected. Contiki Holidays Limited is a

member of the Association of British Travel Agents

under membership number Y1792. ABTA & ABTA

Members help holidaymakers to get the most from

their travel & assist them when things do not go

according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a

high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of

Conduct. For further information about ABTA, the

Code of Conduct & the arbitration scheme available

to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30

Park Street, London SE1 9EQ. Tel: 020 3117 0500 or

www.abta.com. Contiki Holidays also holds a current

ATOL Licence No. 10144. When you buy an ATOL

protected air holiday package and/or flights from

Contiki Holidays Limited you will receive a

Confirmation Invoice from us (or via our authorised

agent through which you booked) confirming your

arrangements and your protection under our Air

Travel Organiser’s Licence. In the unlikely event of

our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not

stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any

money you have paid to us for an advance booking.

For further information, visit the ATOL website at

www.caa.co.uk. Not all holiday or travel services

offered and sold by us will be protected by the

ATOL scheme. Please ask us to confirm what

protection may apply to your booking. Only

bookings from countries subject to the EC Package

Travel Directive will receive financial protection

from ABTA and the CAA.

MANAGE BOOKINGReady, set, go! You’re booked & it’s nearly go time,

however just like when you’re taking a flight, it’s

important you provide us with your all your details

before you can travel. Check out www.contiki.com/

managebooking to log into your booking.

TRAVEL INSURANCECancellation, unexpected medical expenses, injuries,

theft, lost luggage or money can significantly

disrupt & ruin your holiday. Contiki very strongly

recommends that you take out comprehensive

insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses,

evacuation & repatriation expenses, personal

accident, personal baggage, money & public liability

before you travel. In some instances, you may not

be accepted on a Contiki holiday unless you have

arranged satisfactory insurance. You also agree to

indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions,

damages & remedies against us arising from your

participation in your holiday. For insurance details,

please speak to your travel agent or Contiki when

you are booking your trip.

PHOTOGRAPHY CREDITSPhotos courtesy of © Jungle Surfing Canopy

Tours p.6 Jungle Surfing. Photos courtesy of ©

New Zealand Tourist Board p.7 Waitomo Caves

(Chris McLennan) Waitomo Caves. Photos courtesy

of © Splendour in the grass p.25 & p.51 Festival.

Photos courtesy of © Pauls Xtreme Skydiving

p.26 Skydiving. Photos courtesy of © Bridge

Climb Sydney otto Holdings (Aust) Pty Limited

p.27 Sydney Harbour Bridge. Photos courtesy

of © JRaging Thunder p.31 & p.65 Whitewater

Rafting. Photos courtesy of © ProDive Cairns

p.45 Snorkelling. Photos courtesy of © Shot Over

Jet_Dart River Safaris p.60 Fun Yaks. Photos

courtesy of © Fox Glacier Guiding p.61 Fox Glacier.

Photos courtesy of © Explore NZ Bay of Islands

p.65 & p.71 Sailing & p.78 Dolphins. Photos courtesy

of © Real Journeys p.75 Milford Sound. Photos

courtesy of © Destination Queenstown p.79 &

p.80 Remarkables Ski Field Lookout, Stag on Deer

Park Heights Queenstown (Chris McLennan). Photos

courtesy of © NZone Skydiving p.79 Skydiving.

Photos courtesy of © Glenn Kelly p.79 &p.81 Skiing.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?• Coach, train, ferry transport, internal flights as

listed in the Exclusive Inclusions section.

• Accommodation & meals as listed in the

Snapshot section on trip pages.

• Sightseeing listed in the Exclusive Inclusions

section in each trip itinerary. Unless specified,

entrance fees to these locations are included.

• Experienced Contiki Trip Manager & Driver &

local guides on some trips (Northern Territory

for Australia).

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?• Air & ferry transfers to trip departure point.

• Personal expense money.

• Visas, personal insurance, medical fees.

• Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees other than

those specified on trip pages.

• Optional excursions & activities such as

whitewater rafting, helicopter flights, bungy

jumping, hot air ballooning, etc.

• Lunches (unless specified under Snapshot

section) & some dinners.

INCLUDED FLIGHTSFlights as specified on individual trip itineraries are

included as part of the price. As detailed within

our Booking Conditions (p.83) under ‘General’,

we rely on international conventions regarding

air travel and other transportation as specified.

Through enrolment and payment for your trip

you acknowledge and accept such. Individual

electronic tickets may not be issued to you prior

to travel due to the group nature of the air/flight

booking. In such circumstances you acknowledge

that by receipt of any applicable boarding

pass and/or by boarding the aircraft you have

accepted the airlines terms & conditions of travel,

and the application of all relevant international

conventions and applicable national and

international law governing air transportation.

WILL I GET MORE INFORMATION?Upon receipt of final payment, your trip

documentation will be released 21 days prior to

your departure. Make sure you visit contiki.com for

our travellers guide. It’s packed full of essential info

for your holiday. You’ll also receive a

comprehensive day-by-day itinerary including full

details & costs of all optional activities available on

your trip. Your free Contiki document wallet* &

luggage tag will be sent to you with your travel

documents. The wallet is a safe place for your

tickets & passport.

* Contiki reserves the right to substitute an

alternative travel accessory for the Contiki

document wallet.

BOOKING CONDITIONSOnce Contiki accepts your booking by confi rmation thereof a contract is made between Contiki & you upon the terms & conditions set out below.


The following Booking Conditions, have to the extent possible, been based on the UK interpretation of the European Community Package Travel Directive.

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATIONOn receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is made between you and Contiki Holidays Limited (Registered in Guernsey No. 50681 (Contiki)) only upon your booking being confi rmed and accepted by us and our communication thereof to you or your travel agent. 2. YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTIONContiki are a member of ABTA and hold ATOL Number 10144 issued by the Civil Aviation Authority, which provide for your protection in the event of our insolvency. Only bookings from countries subject to the EC Package Travel Directive will receive fi nancial protection from ABTA & CAA. Many of the fl ights and fl ight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are fi nancially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed in this brochure. Please ask us to confi rm what protection may apply to your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certifi cate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certifi cate but all the parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts will not be ATOL protected. Please see our booking conditions for information, or for more information about fi nancial protection and the ATOL Certifi cate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertifi cateWhen you buy an ATOL protected fl ight or fl ight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certifi cate. This lists what is fi nancially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identifi ed on your ATOL Certifi cate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certifi cate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identifi ed on your ATOL certifi cate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefi t on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefi t you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. Any monies paid to us for non-licensable products (accommodation and packages which do not include fl ight elements) are protected by means of a bond held by us with ABTA. This means that if, in the unlikely event of our insolvency, the accommodation or package cannot be provided, the client will receive their money back or, if their stay has started, arrangements will be made for them to be able to continue as planned.3. PRICE GUARANTEEPrices in this brochure are based on costs and exchange rates as of 9th January, 2015. No surcharge in respect of costs or currency fl uctuations will be made within 30 days of the commencement of the land content of any holiday or once payment of the deposit of your land trip has been received. The price of your travel arrangements can be varied due to changes in transportation costs such as fuel, scheduled airfares and any other airline cost changes which are part of the contract between airlines (and their agents) and the trip operator or organiser. The price of your travel arrangements can also be varied due to government action such as changes in VAT or any other government imposed changes and currency changes in relation to an exchange rate variation. In the case of any small variation, an amount equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes any amendment charges, will be absorbed or retained. For larger variations this 2% will still be absorbed for increases but not retained from refunds. Should the price of your holiday go down, by more than 2% of your holiday cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. However, please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place. In either case there will be an administration charge of £1.00 per person together with an amount to cover agents’ commission. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you may cancel your travel arrangements and receive a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. Should you decide to cancel for this reason, you must exercise your right to do so within 14 days from the issue date printed on your fi nal invoice. Whether you cancel or not you will also be entitled, on the terms set out in respect of major changes in clause 4.3 below, to accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements from us if we are able to do so. 4. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY4.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your booking in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control.4.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we will give you reasonable notice thereof, in the circumstances, and where available, offer you a comparable alternative. Where cancellation is necessary, a minimum period of 45 days notice will be given by us unless the circumstances leading to the cancellation were beyond our reasonable control.4.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Contiki holiday without payment of any transfer fee.4.4 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, fi re, 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. 4.5 Contiki is not responsible for the cost of any other travel arrangements affected due to cancellation or the rescheduling of any holiday.5. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS5.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print (February, 2015) but we cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available especially where we have no direct control over it.5.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to select accommodation, sightseeing trips and transportation to give you good value for money.5.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve trip itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

6. LIABILITY6.1 When you buy a fl ight inclusive holiday, all monies you pay to the travel agent are held by them on behalf and for the benefi t of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust at all times. This is subject to the agent’s obligation to pay it to us for so long as we do not fail. In the event of failure, any money held at that time by the agent, or subsequently accepted from you by them, is and continues to be held on behalf of and for the benefi t of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us. Full payment for International fl ights (excluding those which are included in and not in addition to your chosen holiday) must be remitted at time of booking or within 7 days depending on the airlines ticketing deadline and is non-refundable, non-transferable and non-changeable. When you buy a holiday not including a fl ight, all monies you pay to the travel agent are held by them on our behalf at all times.6.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any interest earned on such monies.6.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel agent or otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or full payment, may be disbursed by us as and when we see fi t, in respect of the services to be provided and/or fees payable under your selected holiday. The payment of a deposit or any other monies in respect of your holiday shall be deemed to be an authorisation for disbursement thereof as aforesaid.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of £60, per person per trip must be submitted to Contiki within 7 days in respect of that holiday. If a booking is made within 45 days of departure from your home country full payment is due at time of booking creation. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit is accepted as a fi rst installment of the holiday price by Contiki only once the booking has been confi rmed in writing by Contiki or your travel agent.1.2 Your land reservation will be confi rmed on receipt of a non-refundable deposit of £60 per person, per trip, which must be within 7 days of booking or the reservation will automatically be cancelled.1.3 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. Contiki cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if clients’ special meal requirements are not fulfi lled.2. PAYING THE BALANCE2.1 Important: Contiki does not charge any additional fees for using a credit card to pay for our trips.2.2 The balance of the holiday price must be paid by no later than 45 days prior to the scheduled holiday departure date from your home country. This date will be stated on the confi rmation issued to you/your agent by Contiki. When making multi-trip bookings, full payment is due no later than 45 days prior to the scheduled departure date of the fi rst departing trip.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 will not be forwarded until full payment has been received by us.2.5 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure from your home country, the full cost of the holiday will be payable immediately on booking and we reserve the right to provide all travel documents via email. 2.6 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specifi ed periods.3. IF YOU CANCEL3.1 Notice of cancellation must be made to Contiki or your travel agent as soon as possible.3.2 Your deposit is non-refundable upon cancellation by you.3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to cover the estimate of cost and expenses incurred by us in the terms of the schedule set out hereunder. This is expressed as a percentage of the holiday price and is calculated as follows:

PERIOD OF NOTICE CANCELLATION FEEMore than 45 days notice: .......................................................Deposit is forfeited45-22 days ....................................................................................25% of trip fare21-8 days: .....................................................................................30% of trip fare7-1 days: ...................................................................................... 50% of trip fareDay of departure: ........................................................................100% of trip fareWhere the percentage cancellation fee is less than the deposit, the cancellation fee will equal loss of deposit. If the reason for cancellation falls within the terms of any holiday insurance policy which you hold, then any such charges may, subject to the terms of your insurance policy, be refunded to you by the insurance company.Extra night accomodations that are cancelled within 14 days of booked date will incur a 100% cancellation fee, outside 14 days the following fees will be charged:45-22 days ......................................................................................................25%21-15 days ......................................................................................................30%All cancellation policies valid as at 6th February 2015 and are subject to change. Final policy will be confi rmed at time of booking.3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after your trip booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers, that are cancelled within 14 days of the trip departure incur a 100% cancellation fee.3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent.

4. INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE ARRANGEMENTSThese cancellation/amendment charges apply for airline arrangements made by Contiki: Before airline ticket is issued: £30 per person feeAfter airline ticket is issued: £45 per person fee in addition to any airline-imposed penalties, which may be up to the full value of the ticket5. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING5.1 If after your booking has been confi rmed, you wish to change to an alternate departure date you may do so subject to availability and provided the new holiday date is also in this brochure.5.2 A fee of £15 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confi rmed, unless the change increases the value of the booking. A change of booking within 45 days of departure will be treated as a cancellation and normal cancellation fees will apply (as detailed in section 3) except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value, in which case a £15 per person amendment fee will be charged in addition to any amendment fees imposed due to internal fl ights/local ferries.5.3 A name change to a different person will be treated as a cancellation.5.4 A fee will be charged for any alteration to airline arrangements made by Contiki as per clause 4.6. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS6.1 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.

6.2 Contiki’s holidays are specifi cally planned for those in the 18 through 35 age group. Consequently the facilities and activities on a Contiki holiday are not appropriate to persons outside this age bracket. If you have a question regarding the age groups, you are welcome to discuss this with a Contiki staff member.6.3 Contiki must be advised of any medical conditions or physical disability requiring special attention before you book your holiday. If you do not advise us at this stage, we may refuse to accept your booking. We may also refuse you if we feel that the holiday chosen is not suitable without a suitably qualifi ed companion. Contiki will try to help you with your requirements but cannot guarantee to do so, either on our own or our suppliers’ (such as hotels, restaurants and excursions) behalf. Many of our holidays involve getting on and off coaches, walking tours and other physical activities. Some holidays may not be suitable for you if you rely on a wheelchair or have certain other disabilities. The Company does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair or assistance in eating, toileting or dressing). Should your disability require you to have special assistance, it is a condition of Contiki accepting your booking that you provide evidence satisfactory to us that an able-bodied person will accompany you and is able to provide any special needs or services that you may require. Contiki will not be responsible for the failure of this person to provide these services .The Company does not employ medical personnel. Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense. The Company is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on trip, or for the quality of the care or services received. 6.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday.6.5.1 There may be times when the Contiki Representative has to make a decision in your best interests or the best interests of their group. You agree to comply with the authority and decisions of the appointed Contiki Representative and the laws of the country in which you are travelling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Contiki Representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment and well being of other members on the holiday or smooth operation of the holiday itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the holiday. We do not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travellers and any Contiki Representative have the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely seriously and may result in the immediate termination of your holiday. In such event, you will be responsible for your own repatriation and related costs and have no claims against us.6.5.2 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodation. You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff and/or a Contiki Trip Manager as soon as it is discovered.6.5.3 The Company may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with the Company’s terms and conditions. The Company is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a trip. Passengers agree not to hold the Company or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these terms and conditions.6.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fi tted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or cooperating organisations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death nor any loss, 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.6.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certifi cates required for your selected holiday before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas whilst on trip (including accommodation, meals, fl ights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense.6.8 You agree that our Contiki Representatives may take photographs and fi lms of you while you are on holiday and that these may be used in our Group brochures and/or advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs and/or fi lms.6.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the holiday, you should inform the Contiki Representative during the course of the holiday and if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavours to do so during the holiday, your complaint should be made in writing to Contiki as soon as is reasonably possible after the holiday but within 42 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. If you do not write within 42 days, your rights under this contract may be affected. 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.6.10.1 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be subject to Guernsey Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing.6.10.2 If any provision of this contract is held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be deemed to be re-written to give effect to the same purpose within the permitted limits of the law. The validity and enforceability of the other provisions shall not be affected.6.10.3 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.7. INSURANCEContiki very strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money & public liability before embarking on a Contiki holiday. Please check that the insurance covers all of the activities that you are going to be participating in. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at the time of payment of the deposit & will, in certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. You also agree to indemnify us against all third-party claims, actions, damages & remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your participation in the holiday.8. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISMIn the event of your withdrawal from a holiday after the commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certifi cate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the trip.9. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE:Airfares to and from your holiday destination (unless you have booked a trip and fl y package), airport taxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to Trip Managers & Trip Drivers, items of a personal nature, excess baggage and optional excursions.10. WEATHER CONDITIONSUnder no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any holiday be cancelled or amended by you at any time on the basis of snow or weather conditions.11. LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONSLuggage is restricted to one reasonable sized, non-expanding suitcase size up to 29” x 20” x 10” (73cm x 50cm x 25cm) and the maximum weight of 20 kilos (44lbs.) plus one small hand/day bag that can go on the coach with you. No metal frame backpacks are allowed. Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept larger suitcases on trip.

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 authorised offi cer 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 benefi t 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 fi rst place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you.1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by you against us as a result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefi t of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage & delay to passengers & luggage. Enrolment in & payment for a trip shall constitute agreement & acceptance by the passenger of the terms & conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an offi cer of the Company.1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers and other service providers are subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. Whilst we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such 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 6.3 under Holiday Details & Conditions).1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser.1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.2. ARBITRATIONDisputes arising out of, or in connection with, this contract which cannot be amicably settled, may be referred to arbitration, if the customer so wishes, under a special scheme arranged by the Association of British Travel Agents, and administered independently by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. The scheme provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on the customer in respect of costs. Full details will be provided on request or can be obtained from the ABTA website (www.abta.com). The scheme does not apply to claims for an amount greater than £5,000 per person. There is also a limit of £25,000 per booking form. Neither does it apply to claims, which are solely in respect of physical injury or illness or their consequences. The scheme can however deal with compensation claims which include an element of minor injury or illness subject to a limit of £1,500 on the amount the arbitrator can award per person in respect of this element. The application for arbitration and Statement of Claim must be received by the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators within eighteen months of the date of return from the holiday. Outside this time limit arbitration under the Scheme may still be available if the company agrees, but the ABTA code does not require such agreement.3. VALIDITYThe programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from September 2015 to September 2016.

4. OPERATING COMPANIESThe programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd and Contiki Holidays (New Zealand) Limited. 5. CONTIKI IS REPRESENTED IN:Australia, Brazil, Brunei, Canada, China, Costa Rica, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom and USA.Contiki is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd, Guernsey.IMPORTANT NOTICE: ABTA statement: Contiki Holidays Ltd is a member of ABTA under membership number Y1792; ABTA and ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist when things don’t go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For more information on ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 30 Park Street, London SE1 9EQ, tel 020 3117 0500 www.abta.com DATA PROTECTION STATEMENTPlease be assured that we have measures in place to protect the personal booking information held by us. This information will be passed on to the principal and to the relevant suppliers of your travel arrangements. The information may also be provided to public authorities such as customs or immigration if required by them, or as required by law. Certain information may also be passed on to security or credit checking companies. If you travel outside the European Economic Area, controls on data protection may not be as strong as the legal requirements in this country. We will only pass your information on to persons responsible for your travel arrangements. This applies to any sensitive information that you give to us such as details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirements. (If we cannot pass this information to the relevant suppliers, whether in the EEA or not, we will be unable to provide your booking. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons.). Where the data might be passed on for marketing purposes, you have the right to opt out of future marketing. You also have a right of access to data held which can be obtained by writing to Contiki Holidays Limited. Picquet House, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 1AF, Channel Islands.FURTHER ADVICEFor further advice please visit - www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo or call the ABTA Information Line Tel: 020 3117 0500 (calls are charged at local rate)This brochure was published in February 2015 and supersedes any other current brochure in the market.

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