Explore more - Contiki

SMALL GROUP ADVENTURES FOR 18-35’s 

2012 – 14 LATIN AMERICA 

THE ORIGINAL 

SINCE ‘62 

Celebrating 50 great years. See p.16 

LEGENDARY for a reason 

> MEET CÉLINE 

Ms Cousteau talks oceans, 

Ghandi & her family. See p.38 

> AMAZING OVERNIGHTS 

From lodges & hotels to Special Stays, 

our overnights always impress. See p.14-15 

> MORE INCLUDED 

More amazing inclusions make us 

exceptional. See p.6-7 & 10-11

What’s What 

Cool Stuff 

16 The original since ‘62 

32 Contiki cares 

38 Meet Céline 

Other Stuff 

42 Got a question? 

43 Booking conditions 

44 How to book 

Meet us & other 

travellers online: 

Mexico 

CONTENTS 

LATIN AMERICA> 

02 Meet Contiki 

04 Love Latin America 

06 The Contiki way 

07 Only Contiki – why choose us? 

08 Explore more – free time 

09 Taste Latin America 

10 Includes more 

12 Meet the team & Getting 

around Latin America 

14 Where you stay 

16 Save with Contiki 

17 Join us online 

South America 

18 Introducing 

South America 

19 Machu Picchu & 

the Inca Trail Trek 

20 Peru Uncovered 

14 days from £1919 

22 Inca Panorama 


23 Andes & Amazon 

Highlights 


24 Galapagos & Ecuador 


26 Argentina & Brazil 

Experience 


28 The Adventurer 


30 The Explorer 


Mexico 

33 Introducing Mexico 

34 Mexico Grande 


36 Mexican Fiesta 


37 Yucatan Highlights 


Costa Rica 

39 Introducing 

Costa Rica 

40 Costa Rica Unplugged 


Costa Rica 

Galapagos 

Islands 

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Ecuador 

Peru 

Argentina 

Brazil 

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The Original 

Since ‘62 

Exploring Latin America with us is about a 

journey of discovery. A journey where you scratch 

beneath the surface to get the real story, get to 

know the locals & experience more for less. 

Travel with us & you’ll 

get more than just a trip, 

you’ll get the trip of a 

lifetime. An experience 

packed with mindblowing 

adventures & 

unforgettable memories 

with new friends. A 

trip that changes the 

way you see & think 

about the world. 

www.contiki.com 

We’re the original 

adventure travel 

company for 

18-35s. We’ve 

been travelling 

the world with 

people like you 

since ’62. 

Contiki starts with people like you. People with an urge 

for discovery out of the ordinary. Get ready to be a part 

of Latin America & see it the way it should be explored. 

If you’re a seasoned explorer, a first-timer, heading 

out solo or with a group, our philosophy remains 

the same. It’s about small group adventures, where 

you always experience more. With more exclusive 

inclusions for less, amazing places to stay, cool ways 

to get around, authentic local food & more time 

to explore your way, our trips are unbeatable. 

We’re committed to our sustainable travel, supporting 

the locals & ensuring you experience the very best. 

The greatest journeys start 

with a single step & end up 

as legendary stories. 

Start yours with us. 

See p.16 for more 

02 | 03

Love Latin America ... 

We all travel for the moments. Moments that set your heart 

racing, make your eyes widen & your jaw drop. Like that first 

glimpse of incredible Machu Picchu from the steps of the Sun 

Gate, dancing with the locals in Cusco or swimming past giant 

tortoises in the clear blue waters of the Galapagos Islands. 

Some give you that ‘wow’ moment, like walking the same steps 

as the Incas on the Inca Trail, or cruising down the mighty 

Amazon River as you spot macaws soaring through the air. 

Others are a little more low key, like that feeling of success at 

speaking your first Spanish phrases in Lima, or watching the 

vibrant locals go about their day. 

12:37: Ollantaytambo 

Wing span 

09:52: Rio 

Dance lesson 

All these moments come together to create your story… 

one that will stay with you forever. 

It’s the unique culture, amazing sights & incredible historical 

past that makes Latin America such a special place. The 

endless landscapes & the varied destinations & equally 

diverse people that you’ll meet at every turn make for endless 

experiences. Widen your perspective in these incredible places 

& come home with your own special story to tell. 

Your journey starts here... 

Corner store 

14:05: Buzios 

Swimming pool 

13:10: Costa Rica

Step class 

Door stop 

16:20: Cusco 

14:40: Machu Picchu 

15:45: The Inca Trail 

UNESCO’s World 

Heritage sites 

Shopping trip 

04 | 05 

Most of our tours in Latin America 

visit World Heritage sites, so look out 

for the World Heritage symbols on 

the tour pages. 

visit contiki.com/worldheritagelist 

to find out more 

Perfect pout 

11:02: Pisac

GO 

Only 

Contiki 

Get even more value with 

our special inclusions. Like 

a private snorkelling trip to 

see the giant tortoises of 

Galapagos, entry to Christo 

Redentor in Rio, a boat 

cruise in Buzios, a tango 

lesson in Buenos Aires or 

a trajinera ride in Mexico. 

Check the “Only Contiki” 

section on the tour pages 

for more. 

Travelling in Latin America is mind-blowing 

& experiencing it with Contiki isn’t quite like 

anything else. Here’s why... 

Choose your 

adventure. 

Want to see a lot, or a little? 

Love the beach, want a 

culture fix, or keen for 

adrenalin & action? Or want 

it all? With us you’ll get it. 

With 11 tours across 6 

countries & lots of choices to 

suit what you’re into, there’s a 

trip with your name on it. 

More time 

to explore. 

We love heading out to explore, 

so on our tours we include 

loads of free time so you 

can do just that. Check out 

the local markets, scout out 

some delicious cuisine, frame 

up some amazing shots or 

just head out & see where the 

day takes you. We also give 

you lots of inspirational things 

to do with our Explore More 

optional activities, so you can 

learn & discover even more. 

Get more 

with 

Contiki. 

Getting the most out of your 

money is important, so we 

include more. More sights, 

amazing accommodation, 

activities & the best team to 

show you around! Plus there 

are a heap of exclusive extras 

you only get with us. The 

bottom line? You get more 

when you travel Contiki. 

We’re here 

for you. 

From your Tour Manager & 

Local Guides to our customer 

service teams, everyone at 

Contiki has one focus: to 

ensure you have the trip 

of a lifetime. Our team is 

passionate about travel & 

showing you the best of Latin 

America – they live & breathe 

it. Our Local Guides take it up 

a level too, their knowledge 

on the places you visit (often 

their home) means you get 

that priceless local angle. 

Amazing 

places to 

stay. 

With us you’ll always sleep 

easy. A mix of hotels, lodges 

& Special Stay overnights, 

mean you’ll be treated to all 

your home comforts like WiFi 

& comfy beds. Our 

accommodation is the perfect 

place to come home & relax 

after a full day exploring. See 

p.14-15 for more. 

Local 

know-how. 

We know that the best way 

to learn about the local way 

of life, is from the locals 

themselves. 

Where’s the best place to 

eat in Mexico City? Where’s 

the best place to see the sun 

rise in Lima? Wherever you 

travel our team will get 

you deep into the heart 

of the places you’re at. 

Sacsayhuaman ruins, Cusco

The 


Way 

What makes us different? 

06 | 07 

With us, you see & experience more. Here’s why... 

> The way we travel 

Included flights mean you’re 

where you need to be fast, plus 

private transport means being 

squashed in with other travellers 

is a thing of the past. We’ll give 

you a taste of how the locals do 

it too, with trains, boat rides, 

trajineras & triciclo rides & more. 

What’s best? They’re all 

included. 

> Fantastic overnights 

Our accommodation is what 

sets us apart, it’s nothing 

short of amazing. From hotels 

& lodges to our ultimate local 

Special Stay overnights in the 

Amazon, Sarapiqui Rainforest & 

the Colca Canyon, it’s about 

facilities you’ll love. There’s no 

pitching your own tents or rolling 

Small groups, for 18-35s only 

Snorkel with sea lions, the Galapagos Islands 

out mattresses with us. It’s 

comfort & a place for you to 

really relax. Each spot has been 

chosen based on its facilities, 

location & charm, plus twinshare 

rooms (or single for a little 

extra) mean you’ll really sleep 

easy. See p.14-15 for more. 

> Authentic experiences 

Do it local – we eat where the 

locals eat, party in their favourite 

spots & learn about their way of 

life to truly get the local 

experience. Travel with us & go 

deeper into the places you 

visit. Our team live in Latin 

America so they’re perfect for 

giving you that authentic angle 

you’ll love. Our expert Local 

Guides take it up a level, with their 

essential priceless knowledge. 

Cool local ways to travel 

> The perfect group size 

Around 30 people per tour make 

it the perfect size for discovering 

Latin America. There’s plenty of 

people to hang out with, but not 

too many, so you still get that 

intimate travel experience. 

It’s great for getting around 

too because we’re just for 

18-35s it’s the perfect way 

to make like-minded new 

friends, your age, from all 

over the world.

Speedboat ride, Iguassu Falls 

Zip line, Costa Rica 

Head out & explore your way 

Explore more 

Make the most of your free time... 

No journey in Latin America is complete without 

some time to explore, relax & go your own way. 

When you travel with us, the only things that are 

fixed are your destinations. Want to venture out & 

explore the local markets? Want to do something 

more active or relax? The choice is yours. 

We plan our trips to ensure there’s heaps of 

free time to explore the way you want, so you 

can dive head first into the cultural explosion 

that is Latin America. Explore, hit the markets 

or find a place to relax & people watch. Grab 

your camera & scout out some great shots in 

La Boca in Buenos Aires, hit the beach in 

Buzios & Mexico or immerse yourself in the 

places you’re in. 

On our tours we take it further. On each trip (for 

an additional cost) we’ve hand-picked some 

Explore More options, unique to the places you 

visit. They’re our tried & tested traveller 

favourites. Hit the mountains of Cusco on a 

bike, visit Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio or 

whitewater raft the rapids of Urubamba River. 

Other options will leave you wide eyed, like 

kayaking to the sounds of monkeys & 

macaws in the Amazon, feeling the spray of 

Iguassu Falls as you jetboat to its base or 

scuba diving in the clear waters of Brazil. 

Whatever you choose, you’ll get great prices 

& we’ll organise it all for you. 

Look out for the Explore More 

symbol on the tour pages & don’t 

forget your sense of adventure. 

Whitewater raft the Urubamba River \ Speedboat ride to the 

base of Iguassu \ Ziplining, abseiling & canoeing in Mexico \ 

See macaws & toucans \ Kayaking in the Amazon \ Diving at 

Galapagos’ Kicker Rock \ Horseride with a local gaucho \ Biking 

adventure in San Cristobal & many more... 

Kayaking, the Amazon Chill on the beach 

Please note: Explore More optional activities are not included in the price of your tour. They are run by 3rd 

party operators & on occasions, for some 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 & therefore involve some risk. 

Mountain biking, Cusco 

Hit the markets 

Hike the Inca Trail

Try our favourites... 

Here are a few of our top 

local spots you might visit 

on our trips. What else? 

They’re all included. 

> Puerto Maldonado, Peru 

Indulge in delicious steak & chips just the way 

you like them. Try jungle sauce on the side or try 

the Peruvian sauce for local flavours you’ll love. 

> Aguas Calientes, Peru 

Visit the ultimate spot for traditional Peruvian 

treats like patacones de papa, lomo saltaldo 

& more. 

> Merida, Mexico 

Try Cochinita Pibil - slow cooked pork in banana 

leaves, orange juice & and the local ingredient 

Achiote...delish! 

> Iguassu Falls, Brazil 

Brazilian BBQs are legendary – with mouthwatering 

meats roasted to perfection. 

Indulge the local way. 

> Buenos Aires, Argentina 

Argentina is THE place for steak, so what better 

place to try it than BA? We also include a Tango 

show & dance lesson. Argentinian perfection! 

Experimenting with new food as 

you travel is key & on our tours we 

make sure you do. From succulent 

Argentinian steak & sizzling 

Brazilian BBQs, to fresh Peruvian 

ceviche. The food here is as varied 

as the places you visit. 

We include breakfast each day, 

some lunches & lots of evening 

meals. We don’t include every 

meal for a reason. We leave lots 

of meal times free so you can 

head out & explore in your time & 

to your budget. 

Start out the day right with included 

breakfasts that will impress – think 

scrambled eggs or omelettes, fresh 

fruit, cereals, yoghurt, breads, meats 

& more. 

We include loads of meals & special 

experiences in our trips too, like a 

Tango show, dinner & drinks, gallo 

pinto in Costa Rica, a Brazilian 

BBQ dinner where you’ll indulge in 

mouth-watering treats & some 

tried & tested traditional favourites 

in Peru. 

With free meal times, hit the streets 

& find some local restaurants or 

markets for some authentic eats. 

Wherever you travel, our team will 

help you uncover some delicious 

local restaurants & street food at 

amazing prices. 

We’re pretty good at catering to your 

dietary requirements too – just let us 

know when you book & we’ll do our 

best to accommodate. 

08 | 09 

Taste Latin America

Whitewater rafting in Costa Rica 

Discover the 

real Rio... 

Explore the way only Contiki 

can. Get up close to Christo 

Redentor for panoramic 

views of Sugarloaf & Rio, 

then tour the city & its 

favelas with our Local Guide 

who’ll get you in the know 

on all things Rio. 

Go in-depth in Rio 

Meet the locals at Lake Titicaca 

Only 


includes more... 

Visit Iguassu Falls

Jungle canopy climb 

Jungle fever... 

At our Jungle Lodge try your 

luck fishing for pirhanas, taste 

delicious home cooked meals & 

sleep in open-walled rooms that 

really get you back to nature. 

Finish off your day reaching 

new heights up the canopy 

tower for endless panoramas of 

the mighty Amazon Jungle. 

From the incredible locals of Peru, the beaches 

of Costa Rica & Mexico, to the landscapes of 

Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands, there’s so 

much to explore. From the big sights like 

Chichen Itza, Machu Picchu & Iguassu Falls, to 

the authentic local stuff you don’t expect, we 

take you further. And we give you more value 

for money – you get more included in your tour 

than going any other way. 

The best, for less: 

Travel with us & we’ll show you more, for less. When 

you travel it’s not all about the big stuff, but the little 

hidden gems & extras that will surprise & amaze too. 

We’ll show you the best sights & the stuff off the 

beaten track so you see & experience more. 

Discover the real 

Latin America: 

Experience more with us. From cool ways to get 

around, in-depth local experiences where you 

learn more, to exceptional & authentic overnight 

stays. We bring the real Latin America to life so you 

discover the best. 

An unbeatable team: 

Our team is here to make everything easy. Our Tour 

Managers look after all the details – from finding 

the hotel & making bookings, to helping you find 

the best things for what you’re into. Looking after all 

the hassle is their job, not yours. Our expert Englishspeaking 

Local Guides give you that inside angle & 

priceless knowledge you’ll love. 

TOUR 

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Venture into Peru’s hotspots. From ancient DON’T MISS... 

Try a cup or 

Inca culture, the Andes & the Amazon 

two of the 

jungle, Peru has it all. Visit the floating 

Amazon’s exotic 

drink made with 

islands of Lake Titicaca, colonial Cusco &, 

Copoazu. 

Machu Picchu. When you’re done, sit back We love it straight 

& re-live the trip over a perfect Pisco Sour. out of the shell 

with a straw. 

Peru 

Peru 

Uncovered 

14 Days 

What’s Included: 

14 Days 

1 Country 

Peru 

From A$2849pp* 

A$204 per day 

Brazil 

GO Only Contiki includes 

City tour of Arequipa visiting the Santa Catalina Convent 

Hot spring swim in Chivay 

Entry to the Temple of Wiracocha 

Walking tour of Cusco & entry to La Catedral & the Temple 

of Koricancha 

AGUAS CALIENTES 

(Machu Picchu) 

AMAZON 

1 

LODGE 1 

INCA TRAIL 

1 PUERTO 

Plus Plus Contiki Special Stays 

MALDONADO 

Ollantaytambo 

1 SACRED VALLEY 

Amazon Jungle Lodge 

CUSCO 4 

Colca Canyon Lodge 

Bolivia 

Plus Plus Flights on map included in tour price! 

Itinerary & sightseeing 

Day 1: Arrive Lima • Day 7: Cusco 

Day 10: Aguas Calientes 

Meet your Contiki team & 

The modern-day starting point to Cusco 

group this morning before 

for visits to Machu Picchu, we’ll Wake early & be among 

checking out the city sights. explore this ancient city on foot, the first to enter Machu 

Made up of 43 districts with then the afternoon’s yours. Picchu to see the sun rising 

their own flare, bustling Lima Head out & explore from Inca above the mountain tops. 

is not short of things to do & buildings, intricate colonial 

Learn more about Machu 

with a free afternoon the city’s architecture, artisan shops to Picchu as you tour with your 

yours to explore. Hotel (D) 

boutiques, delicious cuisine guide, then spend some time 

• See the Historic Centre, 

& adrenalin activities, there’s exploring in your own time 

Barranco & Mira Flores 

loads to experience. Hotel (B,D) before returning to base. 

Day 2: Lima to Arequipa • City walking tour 

Hotel (B) 

We fly to Peru’s second largest • Visit San Blas, La Catedral, • Tour the Temple of Three 

Koricancha & San Pedro 

city, the “White City” of Arequipa. 

Windows, the ceremonial 

Market 

Delve into the city’s history with 

baths & altar 

walking tour. Hotel (B) 

Day 8: Cusco to Sacred Day 11: Cusco 

• City walking tour 

Valley 

Feed your adrenalin urges 

• Visit the Santa Catalina 

Today we explore the Sacred with activities like mountain 

Convent & the Plaza de Armas 

Valley. Take a guided tour of biking & rafting. Get into 

the Pisac ruins before a stop in Cusco’s amazing nightlife, 

Day 3: Arequipa to Colca Ollantaytambo, one of Peru’s try a “Cerveza Cusquena” 

Canyon 

oldest towns. Hotel (B) 

& dance the night away & 

We drive through Salinas 

& Aguada Blanca National • Entry into the Sacred Valley join our Illary (Sunrise) Club! 

& a guided tour of the 

Hotel (B) 

Reserve (home to the elusive 

ancient ruins of Pisac & 

Vicuña) on our way to the 

Day 12: Cusco to Jungle 

Ollantaytambo. 

Colca Canyon. We visit the 

Lodge 

village of Chivay for a relaxing • Try some local Chicha de Jora 

Fly over the Andes to Puerto 

hot springs swim & a night at Day 9: Sacred Valley to Maldonado in Peru’s southern 

our rustic lodge. 

Aguas Calientes 

jungle. After a jungle hike to 

Adventure & adrenalin await! the canopy tower, take to the 

Contiki Special Stay (B,L,D) 

From biking & hiking to rafting shores with a flashlight to spot 

• See wild Vicuña 

there’s loads to experience Caiman, a native Amazonian 

• See the Salinas & Aguada 

today before we take the 

alligator! 

Blanca National Reserve 

train to Aguas Calientes this 

• See El Misti, Chachani & 

Contiki Special Stay, Jungle 

afternoon. Hotel (B,D) 

Pichu Pichu volcanoes 

Lodge (B,L,D) 

• Indulge in a relaxing hot 

• Visit the Infierno community 

spring dip 

Day 9: Inca Trail Trek • Puerto Maldonado city tour 

Walk in the footsteps of the 

Day 4: Colca Canyon to 

• Canopy hike for amazing 

Incas on the trail to our 

jungle views 

Puno 

highlight Machu Picchu! 

This morning we visit the 

Day 13: Jungle Lodge to 

Take train to Kilometre 

Colca Canyon & we’ll try & 

Puerto Maldonado 

104 & trek amongst the 

spot the Andean Condor. 

Board a simple catamaran 

cloudforest to the Sun Gate 

Later, experience the majestic 

& keep your eyes peeled for 

& Guardian House where 

mountains & lakes of the Andes 

wildlife, like the giant otter, or 

your hard work is rewarded 

along the way to Puno, on the 

try your luck fishing for piranha, 

with incredible views of this 

shores of Lake Titicaca. Hotel (B) 

before spending the afternoon 

magnificent ancient site 

relaxing. Hotel (B,L,D) 

• See the massive Colca Canyon before returning to Aguas 

• Visit Cruz del Condor 

• Locally guided jungle 

Calientes. Hotel (B,L,D) 

• Visit Yanque 

catamaran boat trip 

Train ride to Kilometre 104 

Day 5: Puno 

Tour Machu Picchu with 

Day 14: Puerto 

Catch a lift on a triciclo before 

our local guide 

Maldonado to Lima 

cruising Lake Titicaca to 

Return train ride from 

Your tour ends on arrival in 

experience the island of Taquile Machu Picchu 

Lima, where it’s time to say 

& the floating Uros Islands. 

See p.19 for more info. 

‘adios!’ to your travel mates. (B) 

Experience the unique cultures & Code: LILIT LILIT12 

Please note: Do not book flights 

way of life here as we visit locals 

before 9:00pm. 

& see their handmade crafts & 

famous textiles. Hotel (B,D) 

• Ride on a triciclo! 

• Island boat trip on Lake 

Titicaca 

• Visit the Taquile & Uros 

island communities 

Day 6: Puno to Cusco 

How much & when 

? Travelling Early? 

Travelling between August & December 2012? 

These tours start at 5:30pm in Lima & end at 6:00pm in Lima. 

Code: LILI12/LILIT12 

All prices per person A$* 

Start Finish Tour Tour plus Start Finish Tour Tour plus 

Lima Lima Only Inca Trail Lima Lima Only Inca Trail 

2012 

2012 

Aug 11 Aug 24 2849 2999 Oct 20 Nov 2849 2999 

Aug 25 Sep 2849 2999 Nov Nov 16 2849 2999 

Sep 15 Sep 28 2849 2999 Nov 17 Nov 30 2849 2999 

Sep 29 Oct 12 2849 2999 Dec 22 Jan 2849 2999 

Oct 13 Oct 26 2849 2999 

Code: LILI/LILIT 

All prices per person A$* 

Start Finish Tour Tour plus Start Finish Tour Tour plus 

Lima Lima Only Inca Trail Lima Lima Only Inca Trail 

2013 

2013 

Jan Jan 18 2849 2999 Sep 11 Sep 24 2849 2999 

Jan 12 Jan 25 2849 2999 Sep 28 Oct 11 2849 2999 

Feb Feb 15 2849 2999 Oct Oct 18 2849 2999 

Feb 13 Feb 26 2849 2999 Oct 16 Oct 29 2849 2999 

Mar Mar 15 2849 2999 Nov Nov 15 2849 2999 

Mar 13 Mar 26 2849 2999 Nov 13 Nov 26 2849 2999 

Mar 30 Apr 12 2849 2999 Nov 30 Dec 13 2849 2999 

Apr Apr 19 2849 2999 Dec 11 Dec 24 2849 2999 

Apr 10 Apr 23 2849 2999 Dec 21 Jan 2849 2999 

May May 17 2849 2999 

May 15 May 28 2849 2999 2014 

May 25 Jun 2849 2999 Jan Jan 17 2939 3089 

Jun Jun 14 2849 2999 Jan 18 Jan 31 2939 3089 

Jun 14 Jun 27 2849 2999 Feb Feb 14 2939 3089 

Jun 22 Jul 2849 2999 Feb 12 Feb 25 2939 3089 

Jul Jul 19 2849 2999 Mar Mar 14 2939 3089 

Jul 10 Jul 23 2849 2999 Mar 15 Mar 28 2939 3089 

Jul 20 Aug 2849 2999 Apr Apr 22 2939 3089 

Aug Aug 16 2849 2999 Apr 12 Apr 25 2939 3089 

Aug 14 Aug 27 2849 2999 Apr 23 May 2939 3089 

Aug 24 Sep 2849 2999 May May 16 2939 3089 

Sep Sep 20 2849 2999 May 21 Jun 2939 3089 

13 nights accommodation: 

11 nights in twin-share hotels, 

2 nights in Special Stay 

experiences 

(more on p.14-15) 

23 meals: 

13 breakfasts (B) 

3 lunches (L) 

7 dinners (D) 

Trekking option 24 meals: 


4 lunches (L) 

7 dinners (D) 

An experienced & 

professional Tour 

Manager 

English speaking local 

guides 

3 flights & transfers 

Transport in a private 

air-conditioned coach, 

mini-coach or van 

Local taxes & service 

charges 

$ SAVE 

Pay 12 months in 

advance you save 

A$289. Or pay 6 

months in advance 

you save A$145. 

See p.16 for details. 

4 

World Heritage 

sites visited 

Mix Match 

First up is Pukara & its ancient 

Chivay 

COLCA 

Inca ruins, where there’s a 

CANYON 1 

2 PUNO/LAKE 

TITICACA 

Explore more: optional activities 

chance to buy their famous 

artistic ceramic bulls. See the 

last remaining 2 storey Inca 

1 

walls in Raqchi before reaching 

AREQUIPA 

Cusco/Sacred Valley White water rafting on the Urubamba River 

the heart of the ancient Incan 

Horse riding through the Sacred Valley Mountain biking adventure 

Puerto Maldonado Kayaking trip on the Tambopata River 

Visit contiki.com.au/peru-uncovered-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do 

empire, Cusco. Hotel (B) 

• Visit Pukara, La Raya & 

Sicuani 

• See the Temple of Wiracocha Caption 

Caption Caption 

Prices above are based on twin-share. 

14 Days 

1 Country 

Peru Pe 

Fr Fro Fr From A$2 

A$2 $2 $20 $2 $ 20 204 per da 

Single room supplement (tour only) add A$439. 

Single room supplement (tour + Inca Trail) add A$439. 

Start Lima 8:00am & end Lima 6:00pm. 

Please note: Flights times do change & may have 

weather delays. 

This tour spends Xmas in Puno & New Years Eve 

in Cusco. 

Special Departure Sun Festival. 

These tours link up with our new Galapagos & 

Ecuador trip (see p.24-25). 

For departure points & stay longer accommodation 

options see contiki.com.au/staylonger. 

For travel insurance see p.42. 

Got more time? Combine 

this tour & see more! 

See price panel for dates 

that connect with our new 

Galapagos & Ecuador trip 

detailed on p.24-25. 

Plus you’ll also save A$100 

with our multi-tour discount. 

See p.16. 

10 | 11 

More exclusive experiences: 

With us you get more exclusive experiences for no 

extra cash. Ride catamarans in Brazil or trajinera’s 

in Mexico, try rafting in Costa Rica, snorkel with 

turtles in Ecuador & more. Get ready for eye opening 

experiences everywhere you travel. 

Better value: 

There’s no extra cost if you’re travelling solo & we 

include local taxes & local charges* in our prices. 

This all adds up to better value for you. 

* Galapagos & Ecuador trip (p.24): There is a compulsory US$100 entrance fee 

to the Galapagos National Park which is only payable in cash on arrival. Please 

ensure you have US$100 cash on arrival or you will not be permitted entry. 

Great tastes: 

We include breakfast every day & about half your 

evening meals, so you can indulge in traditional 

flavours while keeping nights free so you still have 

time to seek out tastes to suit your taste & budget. 

18-35s only: 

Small group adventures for 18-35s (no younger, no 

older) means you’ll always travel with new friends & 

like-minded explorers. 

www.contiki.com.au/peru-uncovered 

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Definite 

departures 

Lots of definite departures, 

with more added every week. 

Check your tour on contiki.com 

& look out for the definite 

departure symbol on the 

availability calendar.

Meet the team 

The Contiki Difference 

Our Tour Managers & Local 

Guides make getting around 

Latin America easy. Our 

expert Spanish, Portuguese 

& English speaking Tour 

Managers will fast track you 

to the must-see sights, open 

doors to authentic local 

experiences & are always 

happy to help (& teach you 

some local phrases too). 

They’ll take you off the 

tourist track & into the best 

of Latin America, as well as 

ensuring your trip is smooth 

& hassle free. We pick the 

best of the bunch & send 

them on a training trip (the 

best in the industry). They’ve 

often worked with us in our 

other locations around the 

globe so they know all about 

what you’re looking for. 

You can sit back & relax 

knowing that choosing 

to travel Contiki means 

everything from finding 

your hotel or lodge, 

Gaby, Tour Manager & Local Guide 

Nothing beats having a travel mate who knows the 

places you visit like the back of your hand. A friend 

whose sole purpose is to make your trip the holiday 

of a lifetime where you learn & experience more. 

Our expert Tour Managers & Local Guides have only 

one thing on their mind. You. 

to knowing the best 

restaurants (the ones the 

locals love), negotiating 

border crossings & all the 

other little travel details 

are their job – not yours. 

Our friendly English-speaking 

Local Guides complement 

our Tour Managers perfectly 

– they’ll give you that 

essential local aspect. Their 

knowledge of where you visit 

(often their home) means 

you’ll learn even more. 

Triciclo ride, Puno 

Boat ride, Lake Titicaca 

Delford, Local Guide

PROFILES 

> EILEEN, Tour Manager, from 

San Francisco 

I love… translating Spanish for 

all my Contiki travellers & listening 

to them speak their first phrases 

as they travel. 

You’ll love… falling asleep to the 

sounds of the Amazon jungle. 

Try… Pollo a la brasa (roasted 

chicken) & fresh ceviche with a 

Pisco Sour. The Peruvians love it, 

so will you! 

Canoe ride, The Amazon 

Private, comfy coaches 

> DELFORD & JULIAN, Local 

Guides, from Puerto 

Maldonado 

See… the incredible nature here. 

Like the macaws – they’re the 

most beautiful here. 

Learn… about the jungle on our 

wildlife walks & keep your eyes 

peeled at the lodge for monkeys. 

Taste…Chichanovada prepared 

the traditional way. 

It’s amazing. 

> GABY, Tour Manager & 

Local Guide, lives in Cusco 

Hear... me speak three languages 

- Quechua my first Inca language, 

Spanish & English. And I love my 

country & love sharing it with you. 

I love my job because… I feel 

passionate about my culture & 

heritage. 

You’ll love Peru because… it’s 

one of the most amazing places 

on earth, with a unique rich 

cultural heritage, beautiful cities 

& wonderful cuisine. 

Getting Around 

Say farewell to 18 hour bus rides 

cramped in with other travellers. 

On our tours we include flights 

between some destinations & we get 

you where you need to be, fast, so you 

experience more. 

Bike tours 

Train ride, Machu Picchu 

Included flights 

Get in touch with 

fellow travellers: 

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For shorter journeys it’s all 

about comfy private coach 

transport. It’s more of a social 

event where you can sit back 

& chill or chat with your new 

travel mates. And we get you 

out on the water with boat 

rides on Lake Titicaca, Buzios, 

the Amazon, Costa Rica & 

Galapagos. Plus train rides 

too, so you get the all-round 

Latin American experience. 

Latin America has some other 

seriously cool ways to get 

around – so we include them 

too. Think triciclo rides, canoes 

& even cable cars. It’s all part 

of the adventure. 

Why we’re 

different… 

• Private transport 

• Included flights 

• Train & boat rides 

• Fun ways to get around 

the local way, like triciclos, 

bikes & more 

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Fantastic 

overnights 

Hotel Sol Ollantaytambo 

Our Latin American accommodation is nothing 

short of amazing. It’s all about comfy overnights 

& a place you’ll love coming home to. It’s something 

else that makes us unique. 

From our hotels & lodges to our 3 incredible 

Special Stay overnights, travelling Contiki-style 

means you’re guaranteed to sleep easy. 

What makes us 

different? 

Comfort where you need to be… 

Rooms are twin-share & well located hotels & lodges ensure 

you’re right amongst the action in the places that count! 

In Rio & Buzios we’re right by the beach & in Arequipa, 

Puerto Maldonado, Cusco & Ollyantambo we’re right next 

to the main squares. 

Pachira Lodge, Costa Rica 

Amazing facilities & eats 

Great facilities are key (think pools, bars & WiFi) & 

waking up to breakfast every morning means you’ll 

start the day out right (think fresh fruit, scrambled eggs, 

cereal, coffee, juice & more). It’s all about comfort & 

facilities you’ll love. 

Keep it local 

Our accommodation is unique, cute & reflects the 

surroundings you visit, like a colonial hotel in Cusco. We 

keep it local too, with our authentic overnights like our 

Amazon Jungle & Colca Canyon Special Stays & our cozy 

rainforest camp (see opposite for more). 

Going solo? 

We don’t charge single supplements for solo travellers. We’ll 

match you with a same sex room-mate, or if you want, you 

can always opt for the privacy of your own room for a little 

extra – it’s up to you. 

visit contiki.com/latinamerica 

to find out more 

Hotel Icaro Suites, Buenos Airies 

Tupac Yanpanqui, Cusco 

Casona Plaza, Puno 

Lake Ohau Lodge

Maybe hit the water for a kayak 

Try it local with our 

rustic lodge in the 

Colca Canyon. 

Wake up to panoramic Colca Canyon views 

from our cute lodge in the heart of ancient 

Inca territory - the Sacred Valley. Its remote 

location means it’s the perfect way to get away 

from it all. Spacious rooms mean you’re always 

comfy & the friendly staff will ensure it’s a 

home away from home. 

Sleep easy in our 

rainforest camp 

Stay deep in the heart of the jungle in our cool 

Costa Rican rainforest camp, with queen-sized 

beds, en-suite facilities & private covered 

terraces with comfortable chairs. You’ll really 

relax in this tropical paradise. 

Try our Jungle Lodge 

Jungle Lodge rooms 

Delicious home cooked meals 

Jungle canopy tower Relax your way 

Colca Canyon Lodge 

You’ll love our Costa Rican Lodge, great facilities in 

paradise get you right to the heart of the jungle! 

Experience… our 3 

unique Special Stays 

Get back to nature in comfort you’ll 

love with our unique Jungle Lodge 

Special Stay. 

We arrive in Puerto Maldonado where you’ll meet 

your Local Guides, then it’s straight to the river 

for a ride deep into the rainforest & jungle! As you 

board our private boat, keep your eyes peeled for 

capybaras, macaws, turtles & even monkeys along 

the way. 

On arrival, you’ll soon see why this place is the 

perfect haven to relax. Take a walk through 

the rainforest with your guide who’ll give you 

the inside track on the area, or simply sit in a 

hammock & read your favourite book. A trip to the 

heights of a canopy tower for endless jungle views 

is a must. After a delicious home cooked meal, 

maybe head to the Capybara bar & sit back with 

a Coca tea or a Pisco Sour before heading back to 

your candle-lit room. 

With the jungle as your backdrop, the open walled 

rooms (complete with private en-suite facilities) & 

comfy beds are the ideal place to unwind as you 

fall asleep to the relaxing sounds of the rainforest. 

RIO 

CARNIVAL > 

Contiki visit Rio’s Carnival. 

Get involved in 2013! 

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Traditional boat ride to & from the Lodge 

visit contiki.com/carnival 

to find out more

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Pay Early 

Book early & save up to £419* if you book & pay 

12 months before you leave, or save up to £209* 

if you book & pay 6 months before you leave. See 

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from any of our destinations) at the same time 

to save £60 for each additional tour you book. 

So continue your holiday with another tour in Latin 

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The Original 

Since ’62 

We’re the original travel company for 

18-35s - we’ve been travelling the 

world with people like you for 50 years. 

The old combi vans have long since been 

replaced, but some things will never 

change. Our spirit of adventure lives on. 

We’re a bunch of young travellers who 

are still as passionate about discovering 

new things across the globe today as 

we’ve ever been. 

But we’re nothing without 

our fellow travellers - you 

are Contiki & we’d love 

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Travelling Again? 

If you’ve travelled with us before, we’d like to 

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Plus, we can hook you up with discounts with 

our sister companies as well. See p.42 for more. 

Happy 

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It really is true that time flies when you’re 

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or More’ & ‘Pay Early’ discounts on tours of 7 days or longer. 

In calculating applicable discounts the land portion of the 

tour price excludes any included flight/airfare costs, air taxes, 

surcharges & port taxes. External flights to & from the start & 

finish locations of the tour are not included in the tour price nor 

are they applicable for any of the above discounts.

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South America 

Tours 

7 

South America tours 

to choose from 

Friendly locals, endless landscapes, 

beaches, colourful cities & guaranteed 

good times, South America is like 

nowhere else. 

From Cusco & the Amazon, to the city buzz of 

Buenos Aires, Iguassu Falls & the legendary 

hotspots of Brazil (plus everything in-between), 

we get you closer. Mix this with the incredible 

wildlife & sights in Ecuador & the Galapagos 

Islands & you’re ready for an in-depth 

South American adventure like no other. 

£ 

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• INCLUDES: 

PERU 

ARGENTINA 

BRAZIL 

ECUADOR & 

GALAPAGOS

We 

Machu Picchu 

Machu Picchu – the Lost City of the Incas. This UNESCO World 

Heritage Site is one of the 7 new wonders of the world & Peru’s most 

famous spot. All our tours to Peru include a visit to Machu Picchu by 

coach from Aguas Calientes (Machu Picchu Town) but you can also 

try our hugely popular Inca Trail Trek experience. 

The Inca Trail Trek option 

How we do it… 

We’ll take the train to “KM104”, our starting 

point for this day-long trek, where we’ll 

meet our expert Local Guide who’ll lead 

today’s journey. As you start the trek along 

the same path as the ancient Incas, you’ll 

soon know why this experience is considered 

a must-do. 

The views along the trail are mind-blowing & 

the combination of slow-moving cloudforest, 

wildlife & waterfalls will wow & reward you at 

every turn. After the morning leg of the trek, 

we’ll stop for your included lunch where you 

can soak up more incredible views before it’s 

back on the trail. 

Arriving at the Sun Gate for that first glimpse of 

Machu Picchu will give you a total buzz - the 

endless views & landscapes mixed with the 

feeling of success at completing this once in a 

lifetime trek is unbeatable. The next morning you 

get another chance to return to Machu Picchu 

from Aguas Calientes by coach with the group. 

For tours that can do the hike see pages 

20-21, 22-23, 28-29 & 30-31. 

Essential booking requirements 

When you book your tour (as early in advance 

as possible) it’s essential that you let us know 

the following details: 

• Your full name (as appears on passport), 

your nationality, date of birth & gender 

• Your passport number & date of expiry 

What else? 

It’s also important that the passport 

information that you submit with your 

application is exactly the same as the 

passport you will use to travel to Latin 

America. You will also need your passport to 

enter onto the trail. It’s best to play it safe - 

if your information changes it can result in a 

penalty & cancellation of admission to the 

trail. No refunds will be given. 

• Book early! To help preserve Machu Picchu 

for future generations, the Peruvian 

Government closely controls the number of 

travellers on the trail, with only 500 

pre-purchased permits available each day. 

• Inca Trail permits are non-refundable & 

non-changeable so it’s essential that you 

let us know your correct passport details at 

the time of booking so we can process your 

application quickly. Contiki will process your 

application on your behalf. 

To ensure you get your chance to hike the 

trail, book your spot early. It’s advisable to 

book at least 3 months before travelling in 

the low season (between October & April) & 

6 months before travelling in the high season 

(May to September), although it is at times 

possible to get permits within these 

timescales. We will process your application 

within 3 days of booking; we cannot 

guarantee permit availability. 

All our Peru tours visit Machu Picchu, but 

it’s your choice to take the Inca Trail Trek 

option in addition to your tour. Travellers 

that choose to hike the trail will also have 

the chance to return to Machu Picchu by 

coach from Aguas Calientes with the group. 

Machu Picchu 

The Inca Trail 

For more visit 

contiki.com/incatrail 

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Peru 

Uncovered 

14 Days 

1 Country 

Peru 

From £1919pp* 

£138 per day 

Machu Picchu 

Coast 

1 LIMA 

PERU 

Andes 

Rainforest 



1 

INCA TRAIL 

Places visited 

1 or more nightstops 

1 or more nights at Special Stay 

Coach, mini-coach or van 

Plane, train or canoe 

CUSCO 4 

COLCA 

CANYON 

Brazil 

Ollantaytambo 

1 

1 

Chivay 

1 

AREQUIPA 

AMAZON 

LODGE 

1 

SACRED VALLEY 

2 

1 

PUERTO 

MALDONADO 

PUNO/LAKE 

TITICACA 

Bolivia 

GO 

Only Contiki includes 

• City tour of Arequipa visiting the Santa Catalina Convent 

• Hot spring swim in Chivay 

• Entry to the Temple of Wiracocha 

• Walking tour of Cusco & entry to La Catedral & the Temple 

of Koricancha 

Plus 

Plus Contiki Special Stays 

• Amazon Jungle Lodge 

• Colca Canyon Lodge 

Plus 

Plus Flights on map included in tour price! 


Cusco/Sacred Valley Whitewater rafting on the Urubamba River 

• Horse riding through the Sacred Valley • Mountain biking adventure 


Visit contiki.com/peru-uncovered-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do

Venture into Peru’s hotspots. From ancient 

Incan culture, the Andes & the Amazon, 

Peru has it all. Visit the floating islands of 

Lake Titicaca, colonial Cusco & Machu 

Picchu. Then when you’re done, sit back & 

re-live the trip over a perfect Pisco Sour. 

Itinerary & sightseeing How much & when 

• Day 7: Cusco 

Day 1: Arrive Lima 



checking out the city sights. 

Made up of 43 districts with 

their own flare, bustling Lima 

is not short of things to do & 

with a free afternoon the city’s 




Day 2: Lima to Arequipa 

We fly to Peru’s second largest 



a walking tour. Hotel (B) 




Day 3: Arequipa to Colca 

Canyon 

We drive through Salinas 

& Aguada Blanca National 

Reserve (home to the elusive 

Vicuña) on our way to the 

Colca Canyon. We visit the 

village of Chivay for a relaxing 

hot springs swim & a night at 









spring dip 


Puno 

This morning we visit the 

Colca Canyon & we’ll try & 

spot the Andean Condor. 

Later, experience the majestic 

mountains & lakes of the Andes 

along the way to Puno, on the 

shores of Lake Titicaca. Hotel (B) 

• See the massive Colca Canyon 



Day 5: Puno 

Catch a lift on a triciclo before 

cruising Lake Titicaca to 

experience the island of Taquile 

& the floating Uros Islands. 

Experience the unique cultures & 

way of life here as we visit locals 

& see their handmade crafts & 

famous textiles. Hotel (B,D) 



Titicaca 





Inca ruins, where there’s a 

chance to buy their famous 

artistic ceramic bulls. See the 

last remaining 2 storey Inca 

walls in Raqchi before reaching 

the heart of the ancient Incan 


• Visit Pukara, La Raya & 

Sicuani 

See the Temple of Wiracocha 

• 

The modern-day starting point 

for visits to Machu Picchu, we’ll 

explore this ancient city on foot, 

then the afternoon’s yours. 

Head out & explore - from Inca 

buildings, intricate colonial 

architecture, artisan shops to 

boutiques, delicious cuisine 

& adrenalin activities, there’s 

loads to experience. Hotel (B,D) 


• Visit San Blas, La Catedral, 


Market 

Day 8: Cusco to Sacred 

Valley 

Today we explore the Sacred 

Valley. Take a guided tour of 

the Pisac ruins before a stop in 

Ollantaytambo, one of Peru’s 


• Entry into the Sacred Valley 




• Try some local Chicha de Jora 

Day 9: Sacred Valley to 


Adventure & adrenalin await! 

From biking & hiking to rafting 

there’s loads to experience 




Day 9: Inca Trail Trek 




Take a train to Kilometre 







before returning to Aguas 


• Train ride to Kilometre 104 

• Tour Machu Picchu with 


• Return train ride from 

Machu Picchu 


Code: LILIT / LILIT12 

Walking tour, Cusco 

DON’T MISS... 

Trying a cup 

or two of the 

Amazon’s exotic 

drink made with 

Copoazu. 

We love it straight 

out of the shell 

with a straw. 


to Cusco 

Wake early & be among 

the first to enter Machu 

Picchu to see the sun rising 

above the mountain tops. 

Learn more about Machu 

Picchu as you tour with your 

guide, then spend some time 

exploring in your own time 

before returning to base. 

Hotel (B) 

• Tour the Temple of Three 


baths & altar 

Day 11: Cusco 

Feed your adrenalin urges 

with activities like mountain 

biking & rafting. Get into 

Cusco’s amazing nightlife, 

try a “Cerveza Cusquena” 

& dance the night away & 

join our Illary (Sunrise) Club! 

Hotel (B) 


Lodge 

Fly over the Andes to Puerto 

Maldonado in Peru’s southern 

jungle. After a jungle hike to 

the canopy tower, take to the 

shores with a flashlight to spot 

caiman, a native Amazonian 

alligator! 


Lodge (B,L,D) 


• Puerto Maldonado city tour 


jungle views 













Your tour ends on arrival in 

Lima, where it’s time to say 

‘adios!’ to your travel mates. (B) 



? 

Travelling Early? 


These tours start at 5:30pm in Lima & end at 6:00pm in Lima. 

Code: LILI12/LILIT12 

All prices per person £* 

Start Finish Tour Tour plus 

Lima Lima Only Inca Trail 

2012 

Aug 11 Aug 24 1919 2019 

Aug 25 Sep 7 1919 2019 

Sep 15 Sep 28 1919 2019 

Sep 29 Oct 12 1919 2019 

Oct 13 Oct 26 1919 2019 

www.contiki.com/peru-uncovered 

Code: LILI/LILIT 




2013 

Jan 5 ★ Jan 18 1919 2019 

Jan 12 Jan 25 1919 2019 

Feb 2 ★ Feb 15 1919 2019 

Feb 13 Feb 26 1919 2019 

Mar 2 ★ Mar 15 1919 2019 

Mar 13 Mar 26 1919 2019 

Mar 30 Apr 12 1919 2019 

Apr 6 ★ Apr 19 1919 2019 

Apr 10 Apr 23 1919 2019 

May 4 ★ May 17 1919 2019 

May 15 May 28 1919 2019 

May 25 Jun 7 1919 2019 

Jun 1 ★ Jun 14 1919 2019 

Jun 14 ■ Jun 27 1919 2019 

Jun 22 Jul 5 1919 2019 

Jul 6 ★ Jul 19 1919 2019 

Jul 10 Jul 23 1919 2019 

Jul 20 Aug 2 1919 2019 

Aug 3 ★ Aug 16 1919 2019 

Aug 14 Aug 27 1919 2019 

Aug 24 Sep 6 1919 2019 

Sep 7 ★ Sep 20 1919 2019 



2012 

Oct 20 Nov 2 1919 2019 

Nov 3 Nov 16 1919 2019 

Nov 17 Nov 30 1919 2019 

Dec 22 ● Jan 4 1919 2019 



2013 

Sep 11 Sep 24 1919 2019 

Sep 28 Oct 11 1919 2019 

Oct 5 ★ Oct 18 1919 2019 

Oct 16 Oct 29 1919 2019 

Nov 2 ★ Nov 15 1919 2019 

Nov 13 Nov 26 1919 2019 

Nov 30 ★ Dec 13 1919 2019 

Dec 11 Dec 24 1919 2019 

Dec 21 ● Jan 3 1919 2019 

2014 

Jan 4 ★ Jan 17 1975 2075 

Jan 18 Jan 31 1975 2075 

Feb 1 ★ Feb 14 1975 2075 

Feb 12 Feb 25 1975 2075 

Mar 1 ★ Mar 14 1975 2075 

Mar 15 Mar 28 1975 2075 

Apr 9 Apr 22 1975 2075 

Apr 12 ★ Apr 25 1975 2075 

Apr 23 May 6 1975 2075 

May 3 ★ May 16 1975 2075 

May 21 Jun 3 1975 2075 

* Prices above are based on twin-share. 

Single room supplement (tour only) add £295. 

Single room supplement (tour + Inca Trail) add £295. 

Start Lima 8:00am & end Lima 6:00pm. 

Please note: Included flight times are subject 

to alteration. 

● This tour spends Xmas in Puno & New Years Eve 

in Cusco. 

■ Special Departure Sun Festival. 

★ These tours link up with our new Galapagos & 



options see contiki.com/staylonger. 


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Peru 

Peru 

Uncovered 

14 Days 





experiences 


23 meals: 


3 lunches (L) 

7 dinners (D) 

Trekking option - 24 meals: 


4 lunches (L) 

7 dinners (D) 



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Meet the locals! Try delicious local cuisine

Inca Panorama 

11 Days 

1 Country 

Peru 


£119 per day 




1 night Special Stay experience 


16 meals: 

10 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L) 

& 5 dinners (D) 


10 breakfasts (B), 2 lunches (L) 



professional Tour Manager 

English speaking local guides 

1 flight & transfers 




Sightseeing tours of all 

major areas 

Local taxes & service charges 

GO 

Only Contiki 

includes 

• City tour of Arequipa visiting 

the Santa Catalina Convent 

• Hot spring swim in Chivay 

• Entry to the Temple of 

Wiracocha 

• Walking tour of Cusco & 

entry to La Catedral & the 

Temple of Koricancha 

Plus 

• Colca Canyon Lodge 

Plus 

Plus 

Special 

Stay 

Plus 

Flight 

Flight on map included in 

tour price! 

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sites visited 

Coast 

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PERU 

Andes 

Rainforest 


(Machu Picchu) 1 

INCA TRAIL 

CUSCO 3 

Ollantaytambo 

1 SACRED 

VALLEY 

Chivay 

COLCA 

2 

CANYON 

PUNO/LAKE 

1 TITICACA 

AREQUIPA 

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Plane or train 

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These tours start at 5:30pm in Lima & end at 11:00am in Cusco. 

Code: LICU12/LICUT12 



Lima Cusco Only Inca Trail 

2012 

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Aug 25 Sep 4 1299 1399 

Sep 15 Sep 25 1299 1399 

Sep 29 Oct 9 1299 1399 

Oct 13 Oct 23 1299 1399 

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2013 

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Jan 12 Jan 22 1299 1399 

Feb 2 Feb 12 1299 1399 

Feb 13 Feb 23 1299 1399 

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May 25 Jun 4 1299 1399 

Jun 1 Jun 11 1299 1399 

Jun 14 Jun 24 1299 1399 

Jun 22 Jul 2 1299 1399 

Jul 6 Jul 16 1299 1399 

Jul 10 Jul 20 1299 1399 

Jul 20 Jul 30 1299 1399 

Aug 3 Aug 13 1299 1399 

Aug 14 Aug 24 1299 1399 

Aug 24 Sep 3 1299 1399 

Sep 7 Sep 17 1299 1399 



2012 

Oct 20 Oct 30 1299 1399 

Nov 3 Nov 13 1299 1399 

Nov 17 Nov 27 1299 1399 

Dec 22 ● Jan 1 1299 1399 



2013 

Sep 11 Sep 21 1299 1399 

Sep 28 Oct 8 1299 1399 

Oct 5 Oct 15 1299 1399 

Oct 16 Oct 26 1299 1399 

Nov 2 Nov 12 1299 1399 

Nov 13 Nov 23 1299 1399 

Nov 30 Dec 10 1299 1399 

Dec 11 Dec 21 1299 1399 

Dec 21 Dec 31 1299 1399 

2014 

Jan 4 Jan 14 1339 1439 

Jan 18 Jan 28 1339 1439 

Feb 1 Feb 11 1339 1439 

Feb 12 Feb 22 1339 1439 

Mar 1 Mar 11 1339 1439 

Mar 15 Mar 25 1339 1439 

Apr 9 Apr 19 1339 1439 

Apr 12 Apr 22 1339 1439 

Apr 23 May 3 1339 1439 

May 3 May 13 1339 1439 

May 21 May 31 1339 1439 




Start Lima 8:00am & end Cusco 11:00am. 

● This tour spends Xmas in Puno & NYE in Cusco. 


Lake Titicaca 

Itinerary 

& sightseeing 

Day 1: Arrive Lima 



checking out the city sights. 

Made up of 43 districts with 

their own flare, bustling Lima 

is not short of things to do & 

with a free afternoon the city’s 





We fly to Peru’s second 

largest city, the “White City” of 

Arequipa. Delve into the history 

with a walking tour. Hotel (B) 





Canyon We drive through 

Salinas & Aguada Blanca 

National Reserve (home to the 

elusive Vicuña) on our way to 

the Colca Canyon. We visit the 

village of Chivay for a relaxing 

hot springs swim & a night at 









spring dip 


Puno This morning we visit the 

Colca Canyon & we’ll try & spot 

the Andean Condor. Later, see 

the majestic mountains & lakes 

of the Andes along the way 

to Puno, on the shores of Lake 

Titicaca. Hotel (B) 

• See the Colca Canyon 



Day 5: Puno Catch a lift on 

a triciclo before cruising Lake 

Titicaca. Experience the floating 

Taquile & Uros Islands, meet 

the locals to see their famous 

crafts & textiles. Hotel (B,D) 



Titicaca 



Day 6: Puno to Cusco First 

up is Pukara & its ancient Inca 

ruins & a chance to buy their 

famous artistic ceramic bulls. 

See the last remaining 2 storey 

Inca walls in Raqchi before 

onto the heart of the ancient 

Incan empire, Cusco. Hotel (B) 

• Visit Pukara, La Raya & Sicuani 

• See the Temple of Wiracocha 

Day 7: Cusco As the starting 

point for visits to Machu Picchu, 

explore the city before the 

afternoon’s yours. Head out & 

explore - from Inca buildings, 

colonial architecture, artisan 

shops to cuisine & adrenalin 

activities, there’s loads to 

experience. Hotel (B,D) 

City walking tour 

• 

Visit San Blas, La Catedral, 


Market 


Valley Today we explore 

the Sacred Valley. Next up is 

Ollantaytambo, one of Peru’s 

www.contiki.com/inca-panorama 



Entry into the Sacred Valley 

& a guided tour of the Pisac 

& Ollantaytambo ruins. 





there’s loads to do before we 

take the train to Aguas Calientes 

this afternoon. Hotel (B,D) 



• 



Incas on the trail to Machu 

Picchu! Take a train to 

Kilometre 104 & trek amongst 

the cloudforest to the Sun 

Gate where you’re rewarded 


ancient site. Explore the site 







Machu Picchu 


Code: LICUT / LICUT12 


to Cusco Be among the 

first to enter Machu Picchu to 

see the sun rising above the 

mountains. Learn more as you 

tour with our guide. There’s 

time for more exploring before 

returning to base. Hotel (B) 

• 

Tour the Temple of Three 


baths & altar 

Day 11: Depart Cusco 

It’s time to say ‘adios!’ to your 

travel mates as your tour ends 

after breakfast. (B) 

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Andes & Amazon 

Highlights 

8 Days 

1 Country 

Peru 


£150 per day 

Locally guided jungle tour, the Amazon 

Itinerary 

& sightseeing 

Day 1: Arrive Cusco 

As the modern-day starting 


we’ll explore the city on foot, 

then the afternoon’s yours. 

From Inca buildings, intricate 

colonial architecture, artisan 

shops to boutiques & delicious 

cuisine & adrenalin activities, 

there’s loads to experience. 

Hotel (D) 


• Visit San Blas, La Catedral 

& San Pedro Market 


Valley Today we explore 

the Sacred Valley. We’ll start 

the day with a guided tour of 

the Pisac ruins before we spend 

the night in Ollantaytambo, 

one of Peru’s oldest towns. 

With lots of cute cafés & 

restaurants, find a local spot to 

relax with your mates tonight. 

Hotel (B) 





• Try some local Chicha 

de Jora 



Adventure & adrenalin await! 























Machu Picchu 


Code: CULIT / CULIT12 


to Cusco Wake early & be 

among the first to enter 

Machu Picchu. See the sun 

rising above the incredible 

mountain tops. Learn more 

about the sites as you tour 

with your guide, then spend 

time exploring before 

returning to the base. 

Hotel (B) 



baths & altar 

Day 5: Cusco Feed your 

adrenalin urges with activities 

like mountain biking & rafting. 

Get into Cusco’s amazing 

nightlife, try a “Cerveza 

Cusquena” & dance the night 

away & join our Illary (Sunrise) 

Club! Hotel (B) 



Lodge Fly over the Andes to 

Puerto Maldonado in Peru’s 

southern jungle. After a jungle 

canopy hike, take to the 



alligator! Later, relax in paradise 

at our incredible Jungle Lodge. 


Lodge (B,L,D) 




jungle views 











Day 8: Puerto Maldonado 

to Lima It’s time to say 

‘adios!’ to your travel mates as 

your tour ends after breakfast. (B) 



The Sun Gate, Machu Picchu 




Visit contiki.com/andes-amazon-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do 

Lima 

PERU 

Coast 

Rainforest 


(Machu Picchu) 1 AMAZON 

LODGE 1 

INCA TRAIL 

Ollantaytambo 

Andes 

CUSCO 3 






? 

1 SACRED 

VALLEY 


Brazil 

PUERTO 

MALDONADO 

1 

Bolivia 


These tours start at 5:30pm in Cusco & end at 6:00pm in Lima. 

Code: CULI12/CULIT12 



Cusco Lima Only Inca Trail 

2012 

Aug 17 Aug 24 1199 1299 

Aug 31 Sep 7 1199 1299 

Sep 21 Sep 28 1199 1299 

Oct 5 Oct 12 1199 1299 

Oct 19 Oct 26 1199 1299 

Code: CULI/CULIT 




2013 

Jan 11 Jan 18 1199 1299 

Jan 18 Jan 25 1199 1299 

Feb 8 ★ Feb 15 1199 1299 

Feb 19 Feb 26 1199 1299 

Mar 8 ★ Mar 15 1199 1299 

Mar 19 Mar 26 1199 1299 

Apr 5 Apr 12 1199 1299 

Apr 12 ★ Apr 19 1199 1299 

Apr 16 Apr 23 1199 1299 

May 10 ★ May 17 1199 1299 

May 21 May 28 1199 1299 

May 31 Jun 7 1199 1299 

Jun 7 ★ Jun 14 1199 1299 

Jun 20 ■ Jun 27 1199 1299 

Jun 28 Jul 5 1199 1299 

Jul 12 ★ Jul 19 1199 1299 

Jul 16 Jul 23 1199 1299 

Jul 26 Aug 2 1199 1299 

Aug 9 ★ Aug 16 1199 1299 

Aug 20 Aug 27 1199 1299 

Aug 30 Sep 6 1199 1299 

Sep 13 ★ Sep 20 1199 1299 

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2013 

Oct 26 Nov 2 1199 1299 

Nov 9 Nov 16 1199 1299 

Nov 23 Nov 30 1199 1299 

Dec 28 ● Jan 4 1199 1299 



2013 

Sep 17 ★ Sep 24 1199 1299 

Oct 4 Oct 11 1199 1299 

Oct 11 ★ Oct 18 1199 1299 

Oct 22 Oct 29 1199 1299 

Nov 8 ★ Nov 15 1199 1299 

Nov 19 Nov 26 1199 1299 

Dec 6 ★ Dec 13 1199 1299 

Dec 17 Dec 24 1199 1299 

Dec 27 ● Jan 3 1199 1299 

2014 

Jan 10 ★ Jan 17 1239 1339 

Jan 24 Jan 31 1239 1339 

Feb 7 ★ Feb 14 1239 1339 

Feb 18 Feb 25 1239 1339 

Mar 7 ★ Mar 14 1239 1339 

Mar 21 Mar 28 1239 1339 

Apr 15 Apr 22 1239 1339 

Apr 18 ★ Apr 25 1239 1339 

Apr 29 May 6 1239 1339 

May 9 ★ May 16 1239 1339 

May 27 Jun 3 1239 1339 




Start Cusco 8:00am & end Lima 6:00pm. 



● This tour spends New Years Eve in Cusco. 


★ These tours link up with our new Galapagos & 



Peru 

Andes & 

Amazon 

8 Days 

22 | 23 




1 night Special Stay experience 


13 meals: 








English speaking local guides 






major areas 


charges 

GO 


includes 

• Walking tour of Cusco & 

entry to La Catedral & the 

Temple of Koricancha 

Plus 

Plus 

Special 

Stay 

• Amazon Rainforest Lodge 

Plus 

Plus 

Flights 

Flights on map included in 

tour price! 

£ SAVE 



£119. Or pay 6 




3 


sites visited 

Mix Match 









See p.16.

Galapagos 

& Ecuador 

11 Days 

1 Country 

Ecuador 


£164 per day 

San Cristobal 

ISABELA 

PUERTO 2 

VILLAMIL 

GALAPAGOS ISLANDS 

SANTA 

CRUZ 

PUERTO 

AYORA 




Plane or train 

1 

SAN 

CRISTOBAL 

2 

PUERTO 

BAQUERIZO 

MORENO 

Guayaquil 

ECUADOR 

QUITO 2 

Cotapaxi National Park 

2 BAÑOS 

Chimborazo 

1 ALAUSI 

GO 


• Galapagos BBQ feast at our favourite local spot 

• Check out the views as you ride the Devil’s Nose Train 

• Go local at a Salsa lesson 

Plus 



Galapagos Diving experience to discover the incredible underwater world at 

Leon Dormido (Kicker Rock) San Cristobal Island Guided island biking 

adventure Baños Locally guided bike tour down the “La Ruta de las Cascadas” 

• Relax with a thermal hot springs dip • Whitewater rafting experience 

• Rappelling (abseiling) & canyoning day trip 

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From the heights of volcanoes to the 

unexplored waters of Galapagos, this tour 

is a must for the lovers of the great 

outdoors. Whether you are snorkelling with 

sea lions & rays, or chilling with the Giant 

Galapagos Tortoise, this adventure is epic! 


Day 1: Guayaquil to 

Isabela Island 

Meet up with your Contiki 

Team & group before flying 

to Santa Cruz Island. Before 

arriving in Puerto Ayora we’ll 

check out the island’s old lava 

tunnels & see the incredible 

giant tortoises in their natural 

habitat. Later, get out on the 

water as we head to Isabela 

Island where you’ll start the trip 

right & get to know your group 

over dinner. (B,L,D) 

• See Galapagos’ famous 

giant tortoises 

• Visit Bellavista’s lava tunnels 

• Boat ride to Isabela Island 

Day 2: Isabela Island 

Maybe hike the rim of one 

of the world’s largest active 

caldera for views of the 

northern tip of the island, or 

relax on the beach. Later, we’ll 

head to the Giant Tortoise 

Breeding Center & Wall of 

Tears to learn about the island’s 

history, finished up with a stroll 

along the beach & a swim. (B,L) 

• Guided tour of the Giant 

Tortoise Breeding Center 

& Wall of Tears 

Day 3: Isabela Island to 

Santa Cruz Island 

This morning, we’ll head out 

in search of the legendary 

Galapagos Penguin – the only 

penguin north of the Equator. 

Later take a short walk to 

see marine iguanas before 

snorkelling to see colourful fish 

in the underground lava tubes. 

Keep your eyes peeled for sea 

turtles that like to rest on the 

bottom! Later, the afternoon 

is yours to sun bathe, surf, or 

explore town. (B,L,D) 

• ‘Panga’ boat ride adventure 

to spot the famous 

Galapagos Penguin 

• Snorkelling experience 

Day 4: Santa Cruz to San 

Cristobal Island 

We’ll visit Lonesome George 

this morning & check out the 

other species of tortoises & land 

iguanas before heading out to 

San Cristobal - keep an eye out 

for bathing sea lions! Tonight, 

it’s all about relaxing over 

dinner at one of our favourite 

local spots while watching the 

sunset. (B,L) 

• Visit Lonesome George 

at the Charles Darwin 

Research Station 

• Visit El Progresso & La 

Loberia towns 

• See the island’s famous 

sea lions 

Day 5: San Cristobal 

Island 

First up: a coastal cruise to spot 

native birds, before hitting Sea 

Lion Island in search of puffer 

fish & cute sea lion pups. 

We’ll explore Kicker Rock & its 

famous 143m tuff cone 

before looking out for sea 

turtles, starfish & maybe the 

Galapagos Shark. Later, relax 

on stunning Puerto Grande 

beach paradise, before it’s 

back to town for our Galapagos 

BBQ feast. (B,L,D) 

• Boat cruise & off shore bird 

spotting experience 

• Visit Lisa Lobos (Sea Lion 

Island) 

• Explore Kicker Rock’s 

143m cone 

• Visit stunning Puerto 

Grande beach 

Day 6: San Cristobal to 

Alausi via Guayaquil 

There’s time to relax this 

morning & soak up those last 

rays. Next up: Guayaquil & 

Ecuador! After our flight, we’ll 

head to cute little Alausi in 

Chimborazo province, where we 

spend the night before the Devil 

Nose Train ride tomorrow. (B) 

Day 7: Alausi to Baños 

via the Devil’s Nose 

Train Ride 

This morning board the Devil’s 

Nose Train – the most famous 

train in Ecuador, for spectacular 

views of the surrounding 

mountains. We’ll stop by 

Chimborazo, Ecuador’s highest 

mountain on our way to Baños, 

nestled under the still active 

Tungurahua Volcano. (B) 

• Devil’s Nose Train ride for 

incredible mountain views 

• Check out Chimborazo town 

Day 8: Baños 

With a free day, explore your 

way & Baños goes off! Situated 

in a valley of waterfalls & hot 

springs, Baños is a hub for 

for travellers who love great 

weather, small town vibes & the 

great outdoors. Visit the hot 

springs, go horseback riding, 

Plaza de San Francisco 

SEE... 

Lonesome 

George, the 

World’s 

oldest 

surviving 

Pinta tortoise. 

trekking, rafting, climbing or 

mountain biking. Tonight, 

get out with the locals or try 

some delicious beer at the 

local brewery. (B) 

Day 9: Baños to Quito via 

Cotapaxi 

Head north along the Avenue 

of Volcanoes via the highest 

active volcano in the world, 

Cotopaxi. We’ll visit the 

national park for some hiking & 

views of the surrounding area – 

camera essential! Next up: the 

capital, Quito. 

• Visit the indigenous village 

of Salasaca 

• Visit Cotopaxi National Park 

& see the world’s highest 

active volcano 

• Locally guided hike around 

the Limpiopungo lagoon 

Day 10: Quito 

As you meander through 

Quito’s sites, your expert guide 

will teach you all about this 

city & the history of the Inca 

& Spanish invasion before the 

city’s best views at Panciello. 

Later, visit the Equator line 

& wander between the two 

hemispheres as you visit the 

shops & World Monument. 

Tonight, we’ll head out for 

dinner & a Salsa lesson! 

• Locally guided tour including 

the Palace of Congress, 

Presidential Palace, 

Independence Square & 

Churches of San Francisco, 

La Compania & La Catedral 

• Visit Panciello lookout 

• Visit the Equator & Inti Ñan 

Museum 

• Salsa dancing lesson & 

dinner 

Day 11: Depart Quito 

It’s time to say ‘adios’ to your 

team & travel buddies as your 

tour ends after breakfast. (B) 

Code: GYQO 

Kicker Rock, Galapagos Islands 

Quito 

www.contiki.com/galapagos-ecuador 

Start Finish Total 

Guayaquil Quito £ pp* 


Guayaquil Quito £ pp* 

2013 

2013 

Jan 20 Jan 30 1799 Nov 17 Nov 27 1799 

Feb 17 Feb 27 1799 Dec 15 Dec 25 1799 

Mar 17 

Apr 21 

Mar 27 

May 1 

1799 

1799 2014 

May 19 May 29 1799 Jan 19 Jan 29 1859 

Jun 16 Jun 26 1799 Feb 16 Feb 26 1859 

Jul 21 Jul 31 1799 Mar 16 Mar 26 1859 

Aug 18 Aug 28 1799 Apr 27 May 7 1859 

Sep 22 Oct 2 1799 May 18 May 28 1859 

Oct 20 Oct 30 1799 


Single room supplement add £315. 

Start Guayaquil 7:00am & end Quito 11:00am. 

Please Note: There is a compulsory US$100 

entrance fee to the Galapagos National Park which is 

only payable in cash. Please ensure you have US$100 

cash on arrival or you will not be permitted entry. 




Book now! Call Contiki or 

contact your travel agent. 

24 | 25 

Ecuador 

Galapagos 

& Ecuador 

11 Days 



10 nights in twin-share 

hotels (more on p.14-15) 

17 meals: 


5 lunches (L) 

3 dinners (D) 




guides 

2 internal flights & 

transfers 





major areas 


charges (excl. Galapagos. 

See price panel) 

£ SAVE 



£179. Or pay 6 




2 


sites visited 

Mix Match 



This tour connects with most 

reverse Adventurer tours 

detailed on p.28-29 or connect 

with the reverse Argentina & 

Brazil tour on p.26-27. 



See p.16.

Argentina & Brazil 

Experience 

10 Days 

2 Countries 

Argentina, Brazil 


£180 per day 

Christ the Redeemer, Rio 

Bolivia 

ARGENTINA 

BUENOS AIRES 3 

Paraguay 




Plane 

IGUASSU FALLS 

2 

Uruguay 

BRAZIL 

CHOOSE YOUR 

DIRECTION 

Airport 

BUZIOS 

2 

2 

RIO DE JANEIRO 

GO 


• City cycling tour in Buenos Aires 

• Tango show & lesson in Buenos Aires 

• Brazilian BBQ feast in Iguassu 

• Boat cruise in Buzios 

• City tour of Rio 

• Locally guided Rio favela tour 

• Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue 

Plus 

? 


Travelling Early 

For travel between Aug-Jan ‘13 see opposite 


Buenos Aires Day trip to Colonia, Uruguay • Visit to the gateway of 

Tigre’s River Delta Iguassu Falls (Argentina) Speed boat ride to the Falls 

Iguassu Falls (Brazil) Helicopter flight over the Falls Buzios Scuba diving 

adventure • Learn to surf lesson Rio de Janeiro Cable car ride up Sugarloaf 

Mountain • Hang gliding 

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Do catamarans, beaches, the rush of 

Iguassu & buzz of Rio sound like you? 

Mix this with cosmopolitan Buenos 

Aires & you’ve got the perfect combo 

of adventure, discovery & sun-seeking in 

10 epic days through Argentina & Brazil. 


Day 1: Arrive Buenos 

Aires 

Hola Buenos Aires! This 

cosmopolitan city is filled with 

culture & diversity in everything 

from buildings to its people. As 

the birthplace of Tango there’s 

a love of music, art, dance & 

football – not to mention worldrenowned 

beef & red wine. 

This morning, meet up with 

your Tour Manager & group & 

get out on 2 wheels for a half 

day bike tour of the important 

city spots like San Telmo & La 

Boca. Tonight, get ready to 

Tango like a local as you learn 

all the tricks at a dance lesson 

& show. Hotel (D) 

• City bike tour 

• Visit the neighbourhoods 

of San Telmo, La Boca & 

Puerto Madero 

• Tango lesson, show & dinner 

Day 2: Buenos Aires 

This morning we see the other 

half of the city on our coach 

tour. The afternoon is yours 

for shopping & or just chilling 

out. Later, take it up a notch 

& experience BA by night. 

Hotel (B) 

• Visit the neighbourhoods of 

Recoleta, Palermo Chico & 

Palermo Lagos y Bosques & 

Palermo Soho 


With a free day you can 

experience BA your way. Visit 

Colonia in Uruguay or kayak 

the River Delta area of Tigre. 

In town you might catch a 

football game, maybe drink 

Iguassu Falls 

champagne at a polo match, 

hit the shops or pay a visit to 

the historic Gran Café Tortoni 

for a café con leche & a spot of 

people watching. Hotel (B) 

Day 4: Buenos Aires to 

Iguassu Falls 

Today we fly to Puerto Iguassu 

then travel to the Brazilian 

side to see the 275 individual 

waterfalls that make up 

Iguassu. You could take a 

heli-flight for a different angle 

on the Falls, or try your luck at 

spotting macaws & toucans. 

Tonight, sample the delicious 

national drink, a caipirinha. 

Hotel (B) 

• Visit Iguassu Falls 

Day 5: Iguassu Falls 

We’ll cross back into Argentina 

& visit their side of Iguassu 

Falls with a walk to see Devil’s 

Throat. The day is all yours to 

experience the Falls. Try a speed 

boat ride to feel the spray of the 

Falls, or go for a swim back at 

the hotel. Tonight we have tasty 

Brazilian BBQ. Hotel (B,D) 


• Taste delicious Brazilian BBQ 

• See Devil’s Throat 

Day 6: Iguassu Falls to 

Buzios 

Take it down a notch as we 

head to Buzios with its white 

sand & endless beaches for 

a couple of days of R&R. On 

our boat cruise, sit back with 

a caipirinha as we cruise to 2 

beaches, while basking in the 

sun, snorkelling & taking in the 

coastline. Hotel (B) 

EAT... 

At Sukao Bar, 

Buzios. It’s the 

perfect place to 

grab a fresh 

juice whilst 

taking a break 

from the beach. 

• Boat cruise with caipirinhas, 

sun & music 

Day 7: Buzios 

You could rise early & watch one 

of the amazing sunrises over the 

Atlantic Ocean. If you’re up for 

it try surfing, or other activities 

like scuba diving. Or simply sit 

back with a book, explore the 

town or just work on your tan 

with a cocktail. Hotel (B) 

Day 8: Buzios to Rio de 

Janeiro 

Home to the world’s largest 

Carnival celebration, 

Copacabana Beach & the 

Brazilian bikini, get ready for 

good times in Rio. See the 

Lapa district & its 150 year-old 

aqueduct, the Arches of Lapa 

& Passeio Publico. This 

afternoon we’ll visit the iconic 

Christ the Redeemer statue. 

Hotel (B) 

• Entry to Christ the Redeemer 

for amazing city views 

• City tour of the Catedral, 

Lapa Steps & Passeio Publico 

Day 9: Rio de Janeiro 

We’ll give you a unique insiders 

only experience of visiting a 

favela & seeing the contrast 

of how some cariocas live. Join 

us in a farewell dinner & a last 

night out in this amazing city! 

Hotel (B,D) 

• Locally guided favela tour 

Day 10: Depart Rio de 

Janeiro 

Our adventure ends after 

breakfast, when it’s time to 

say ‘Tchau’ (goodbye) to your 

travel mates. (B) 

www.contiki.com/southam-experience 

? Travelling Early 

Travelling between Aug 2012 & Jan 5, 2013? 

The tour below coded BARJ12A06 starts at 5:30pm in 

Buenos Aires & ends at 11:00am in Rio. 

Code: BARJ12 

Start Finish £ 

Buenos A. Rio pp* 

2012 

Aug 25 Sep 3 1799 

Sep 8 Sep 17 1799 

Sep 29 Oct 8 1799 

Oct 13 Oct 22 1799 

Oct 27 Nov 5 1799 

Nov 3 Nov 12 1799 

Code: BARJ 



2013 

Jan 20 Jan 29 1799 

Jan 27 Feb 5 1799 

Feb 17 Feb 26 1799 

Mar 17 Mar 26 1799 

Apr 14 Apr 23 1799 

Apr 21 Apr 30 1799 

May 19 May 28 1799 

Jun 9 Jun 18 1799 

Jun 16 Jun 25 1799 

Jul 7 Jul 16 1799 

Jul 21 Jul 30 1799 

Aug 4 Aug 13 1799 

Aug 18 Aug 27 1799 

Sep 8 Sep 17 1799 

Sep 22 Oct 1 1799 

Code: RJBA (Reverse tour) 


Rio Buenos A. pp* 



2012 

Nov 17 Nov 26 1799 

Dec 1 

2013 

Dec 10 1799 

Jan 5 Jan 14 1799 



2013 

Oct 13 Oct 22 1799 

Oct 20 Oct 29 1799 

Nov 17 Nov 26 1799 

Dec 15 

2014 

Dec 24 1799 

Jan 5 Jan 14 1889 

Jan 19 Jan 28 1889 

Feb 2 Feb 11 1889 

Feb 16 Feb 25 1889 

Mar 16 Mar 25 1889 

Mar 30 Apr 8 1889 

Apr 27 May 6 1889 

May 18 May 27 1889 


Rio Buenos A. pp* 

2013 

2013 

Feb 2 Feb 11 1799 Nov 2 Nov 11 1799 

Mar 2 Mar 11 1799 Nov 30 Dec 9 1799 

Mar 30 

May 4 

Apr 8 

May 13 

1799 

1799 2014 

Jun 3 Jun 12 1799 Feb 1 Feb 10 1899 

Jun 29 Jul 8 1799 Mar 29 Apr 7 1899 

Aug 3 Aug 12 1799 Apr 12 Apr 21 1899 

Aug 31 Sep 9 1799 May 10 May 19 1899 

Oct 5 Oct 14 1799 


Single room supplement add £599. 

BARJ: Start Buenos Aires 7:00am & end Rio 11:00am. 

RJBA: Start Rio 7:00am & end Buenos Aires 11:00am. 






26 | 27 

Arg & Brazil 

Argentina 

& Brazil Exp. 

10 Days 





12 meals: 


3 dinners (D) 



Manager 


guides 






major areas 


charges 

Lapa Steps, Rio 

Choose your 

direction 

It’s your choice - this tour 

operates in reverse. Check 

out the price panel for dates 

& rates 

£ SAVE 



£179. Or pay 6 




1 


sites visited

Th e 

Adventurer 

25 Days 

3 Countries 

Pisac 

Peru, Argentina, Brazil 


£168 per day 

BRAZIL 

PERU 

Rainforest 

Andes 

Coast 

2 LIMA 


(Machu Picchu) 1 

INCA TRAIL 

AMAZON 

LODGE 1 

PUERTO 

MALDONADO 

1 

Ollantaytambo 

CUSCO 4 

1 SACRED VALLEY 

Chile 

Chivay 

COLCA 

Boliivia CANYON 1 

1 

AREQUIPA 

ARGENTINA 

4 

BUENOS AIRES 






PUNO/LAKE 

TITICACA 

2 

Paraguay 

Uruguay 

2 IGUASSU FALLS 

CHOOSE YOUR 

DIRECTION 

BRAZIL 

BUZIOS 

2 

Airport 

2 


? 

GO 


• City tour of Arequipa visiting the Santa Catalina Convent 

• Hot spring swim in Chivay • Entry to the Temple of Wiracocha 

• Walking tour of Cusco, La Catedral & the Temple of Koricancha 

• City cycling tour in Buenos Aires • Tango show & lesson in Buenos Aires 

• Brazilian BBQ feast in Iguassu • Boat cruise in Buzios 

• Rio city tour & favela tour • Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue 

Plus 

Plus 2 Contiki Special Stays 

• Colca Canyon Lodge & Amazon Rainforest Lodge 

Plus 


For travel between Aug-Dec ‘12 see opposite 






Buenos Aires Day trip to Colonia, Uruguay • Visit to the gateway of 

Tigre’s River Delta Iguassu Falls (Argentina) Speed boat ride to the Falls 

Iguassu Falls (Brazil) Helicopter flight over the falls Buzios Scuba diving 

adventure • Learn to surf lesson Rio de Janeiro Cable car ride up Sugarloaf 

Mountain • Hang gliding 

Visit contiki.com/southam-adventurer-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do

The ultimate trip for those that love to 

explore, this trip has Peru, Argentina & 

Brazil covered. From jungles, cool locals 

& mind-blowing sights, to waterfalls, 

beaches & big cities, no day is quite like 

the next. 

Itinerary & sightseeing 

Day 1: Arrive Lima Meet 

your Contiki team & group 

this morning before checking 

out the city sights. Made up 

of 43 districts with their own 

flare, bustling Lima is not short 

of things to do & with a free 

afternoon the city’s yours to 

explore. Hotel (D) 




We fly to Peru’s second largest 



a walking tour. Hotel (B) 

City walking tour 

• 

Visit the Santa Catalina 

Convent & the Plaza de 

Armas 


Canyon We visit the Salinas 

& Aguada Blanca National 

Reserve & Colca Canyon. We 

continue to the Colca Canyon 

for a hot springs swim & a night 

at our rustic lodge. 







• Indulge in a hot spring dip 


Puno This morning try & spot 

the Andean Condor. Later 

experience the mountains & 

lakes of the Andes along the 

way to Puno, on the shores of 

Lake Titicaca. Hotel (B) 

• See the huge Colca Canyon 



Day 5: Puno Catch a lift on 

a triciclo before cruising Lake 

Titicaca. Experience the floating 

Taquile & Uros Islands, meet 

the locals to see their famous 

crafts & textiles. Hotel (B,D) 



Titicaca 





Inca ruins. See the last 

remaining 2 storey Inca walls 

in Raqchi before reaching the 

heart of the ancient Incan 


• Visit Pukara, La Raya & Sicuani 

• See the Temple of Wiracocha 

Day 7: Cusco As the modernday 

starting point for visits to 

Machu Picchu, we’ll explore 

the city on foot, then the 

afternoon’s yours. Head out & 

explore Inca buildings, colonial 


boutiques, delicious cuisine & 

adventure activities, there’s 

loads to experience. Hotel (B,D) 


• Visit San Blas, La Catedral 

& Koricancha 


Valley Today take a guided 

tour of the Pisac ruins before a 

stop in Ollantaytambo, one of 

Peru’s oldest towns. Hotel (B) 




Ollantaytambo 

• Try some Chicha de Jora 





today before we take the train 

to Aguas Calientes. Hotel (B,D) 



Incas on the trail to Machu 

Picchu! Take a train to 

Kilometre 104 & trek amongst 

the cloudforest to the Sun 

Gate where you’re rewarded 


ancient site. Explore the site 







Machu Picchu 


Code: LIRJT / LIRJT12 

(Reverse Code: RJLIT) 

Day 10: Machu Picchu 


among the first to enter Machu 

Picchu for sunrise. Learn more 

as you tour with your guide then 

explore in your own time before 

returning to base. Hotel (B) 



baths & altar 




Get into Cusco’s nightlife, try 

a “Cerveza Cusquena”, dance 

the night away & join our Illary 

(Sunrise) Club. Hotel (B) 




southern jungle. After a hike to 

the canopy tower for endless 

jungle views, take to the shores 

with a flashlight to spot caiman, 

a native Amazonian alligator! 


Lodge (B,L,D) 




jungle views 





wildlife, like the otters, or try your 

luck fishing for piranha, before 

spending the afternoon relaxing 

in paradise. Hotel (B,L,D) 


catamaran boat cruise 



In Lima you could explore the 

areas of Miraflores, Larcomar 

Mall or Parque Kennedy for 

views overlooking the pacific 

ocean, before maybe sipping 

your last Pisco Sour. Hotel (B) 

PLAY... 

The token throwing 

Peruvian game Sapo. 

Keep your eyes peeled 

for these large bronze 

toads (the Sapo) 

& give it a 

go, you’ll 

love it. 

Day 15: Lima to Buenos 

Aires It’s time to say farewell 

to Peru today - we’ll board our 

flight to Argentina, then it’s 

hello Buenos Aires! Hotel (B) 


This morning get out on 2 

wheels for a half day bike tour 

of the important city spots like 

San Telmo & La Boca. Tonight, 

get ready to Tango like a local as 

you learn all the tricks at a dance 

lesson & show. Hotel (B,D) 




Puerto Madero 







out. Later, take it up a notch & 

experience BA by night. Hotel (B) 

Visit the neighbourhoods of 

• 



Palermo Soho 


Visit Colonia in Uruguay, or 

kayak the River Delta area of 

Tigre. In town you might catch 

a football game or polo match, 

or visit the historic Gran Café 

Tortoni. Hotel (B) 


Iguassu Falls Fly to Puerto 

Iguassu then travel to the 

Brazilian side to see the 275 

individual waterfalls that make 

up Iguassu. Tonight, sample 

the delicious national drink, a 

caipirinha. Hotel (B,D) 



Visit the Argentinian side of 

the Falls, then later, the day is 

all yours. Maybe try a speed 

boat ride to feel the spray of 

the Falls & hike to the edge of 

the Devil’s Throat. Hotel (B) 





Buzios Take it down a notch 

as we head to Buzios with its 

white sand & endless beaches. 

Sit back with a caipirinha on our 

boat cruise while snorkelling & 

taking in the coastline. Hotel (B) 

• Boat cruise with caipirinhas 

Day 22: Buzios Today’s 

all yours, so maybe watch 

the sunrise or spend the day 

surfing, scuba diving, or simply 

work on your tan. Hotel (B) 


Janeiro Home to the world’s 

largest Carnival celebration, 



good times in Rio. Hotel (B) 



• City tour 


We’ll give you a unique insiders 

only experience of visiting a 

favela & seeing the contrast 

of how some cariocas live. 

Hotel (B,D) 



Janeiro After breakfast, it’s 

time to say ‘Tchau’ (goodbye) 

to your travel mates. (B) 


? 

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Travelling between April & January, 2012? 

This tour is 24 days long, with a revised itinerary featuring 

3 nights in Buenos Aires. This tour starts at 5:30pm in Lima 

& ends at 11:00am in Rio. 

Visit contiki.com/southam-adventurer for the full itinerary. 

Code: LIRJ12/LIRJT12 



Lima Rio Only Inca Trail 

2012 

Aug 11 Sep 3 4019 4119 

Aug 25 Sep 17 4019 4119 

Sep 15 Oct 8 4019 4119 

Sep 29 Oct 22 4019 4119 

Oct 13 Nov 5 4019 4119 

Code: LIRJ/LIRJT 




2013 

Jan 5 Jan 29 4185 4285 

Jan 12 Feb 5 4185 4285 

Feb 2 Feb 26 4185 4285 

Mar 2 Mar 26 4185 4285 

Mar 30 Apr 23 4185 4285 

Apr 6 Apr 30 4185 4285 

May 4 May 28 4185 4285 

May 25 Jun 18 4185 4285 

Jun 1 Jun 25 4185 4285 

Jun 22 Jul 16 4185 4285 

Jul 6 Jul 30 4185 4285 

Jul 20 Aug 13 4185 4285 

Aug 3 Aug 27 4185 4285 

Aug 24 Sep 17 4185 4285 

Sep 7 Oct 1 4185 4285 



2012 

Oct 20 Nov 12 4019 4119 

Nov 3 Nov 26 4019 4119 

Nov 17 Dec 10 4019 4119 

Dec 22 ● Jan 14 4019 4119 




Code: RJLI/RJLIT (Reverse tour) 



Rio Lima Only Inca Trail 

2013 

Feb 2 Feb 26 4185 4285 

Mar 2 Mar 26 4185 4285 

Mar 30 Apr 23 4185 4285 

May 4 May 28 4185 4285 

Jun 3 ■ Jun 27 4185 4285 

Jun 29 Jul 23 4185 4285 

Aug 3 Aug 27 4185 4285 

Aug 31 Sep 24 4185 4285 

Oct 5 Oct 29 4185 4285 



2013 

Sep 28 Oct 22 4185 4285 

Oct 5 Oct 29 4185 4285 

Nov 2 Nov 26 4185 4285 

Nov 30 Dec 24 4185 4285 

Dec 21 ● Jan 14 4185 4285 

2014 

Jan 4 Jan 28 4309 4409 

Jan 18 Feb 11 4309 4409 

Feb 1 Feb 25 4309 4409 

Mar 1 Mar 25 4309 4409 

Mar 15 Apr 8 4309 4409 

Apr 12 May 6 4309 4409 

May 3 May 27 4309 4409 


Rio Lima Only Inca Trail 

2013 

Nov 2 Nov 26 4185 4285 

Nov 30 Dec 24 4185 4285 

2014 

Feb 1 Feb 25 4309 4409 

Mar 29 Apr 22 4309 4409 

Apr 12 May 6 4309 4409 

May 10 Jun 3 4309 4409 




LIRJD/LIRJTD: Start Lima 8:00am & end Rio 11:00am. 

RJLI/RJLIT: Start Rio 7:00am & end Lima 6:00pm. 

Please note: The reverse Adventurer spends 3 

nights in Buenos Aires & 3 nights in Lima. 



● This tour spends Xmas in Puno & New Years Eve 

in Cusco. 





28 | 29 

Peru, Brazil 

& Argentina 

The Adventurer 

25 Days 





experiences 


37 meals: 


3 lunches (L) 

10 dinners (D) 



4 lunches (L) 

10 dinners (D) 




guides 

1 international & 5 internal 

flights & transfers 





charges 

Choose your 

direction 

It’s your choice - this tour 

operates in reverse. Check 

out the price panel for dates 

& rates 

£ SAVE 



£419. Or pay 6 




5 


sites visited 

Mountain biking, Cusco

Th e 

Explorer 

19 Days 

3 Countries 

Peru, Argentina, Brazil 


£187 per day 

The Inca Trail 

Chile 

PERU 

1 LIMA 

Coast 

Andes 

Boliivia 

Rainforest 



1 

INCA TRAIL 

BRAZIL 

AMAZON 

LODGE 

Ollantaytambo 

1 SACRED 

3 

CUSCO 

VALLEY 

ARGENTINA 

4 

BUENOS AIRES 






PUERTO 

1 

MALDONADO 

1 

Bolivia 

Paraguay 

Uruguay 

2 IGUASSU FALLS 

BRAZIL 

? 

BUZIOS 

2 

Airport 

2 



For travel between Aug-Dec ‘12 see opposite 

GO 


• Walking tour of Cusco & entry to La Catedral & the Temple of Koricancha 

• City cycling tour in Buenos Aires 

• Tango show & lesson in Buenos Aires 

• Brazilian BBQ feast in Iguassu 

• Boat cruise in Buzios 

• City tour of Rio 

• Rio favela tour 

• Visit the Christ the Redeemer statue 

Plus 

Plus Contiki Special Stay 

• Amazon Rainforest Lodge 

Plus 



Cusco/Sacred Valley Whitewater rafting on the Urubamba River • Horse 

riding through the Sacred Valley • Mountain biking adventure Puerto 

Maldonado Kayaking trip on the Tambopata River Buenos Aires Day trip to 

Colonia, Uruguay • Visit to the gateway of Tigre’s River Delta Iguassu Falls 

(Argentina) Speed boat ride to the Falls Iguassu Falls (Brazil) Helicopter 

flight over the Falls Buzios Scuba diving adventure • Learn to surf lesson 

Rio de Janeiro Cable car ride up Sugarloaf Mountain • Hang gliding 

Visit contiki.com/southam-explorer-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do

Want a taste of Peru, Argentina & Brazil? 

This is it! Follow Incan foosteps in Machu 

Picchu, Cusco & check out the jungle action 

in the Amazon. Dive into BA’s cool vibes, 

before its all beaches & bikini’s in Buzios & 

the fabulous home of Carnival, Rio. 


Day 1: Arrive Cusco 

As the modern-day starting 


we’ll explore this ancient city 

on foot, then the afternoon’s 

yours. Head out & explore - from 

Inca buildings, intricate colonial 


boutiques & delicious cuisine & 

adrenalin activities, there’s loads 

to experience. Hotel (D) 


• Visit San Blas, La Catedral & 

Koricancha 


Valley Today we explore the 

Sacred Valley. Take a guided 

tour of the Pisac ruins before a 

stop in Ollantaytambo, one of 

Peru’s oldest towns. Hotel (B) 




Ollantaytambo 



Aguas Calientes Adventure 

& adrenalin await! From biking 

& hiking to rafting there’s loads 

to experience today before we 

take the train to Aguas Calientes 

this afternoon. Hotel (B,D) 


















Machu Picchu 


Code: CURJT / CURJT12 

Day 4: Machu Picchu 


among the first to enter Machu 

Picchu to see the sun rising 

above the mountain tops. 

Learn more about the sites as 

you tour with your guide, then 

spend some time exploring 

before returning to base. 

Hotel (B) 

• 

Tour the Temple of Three 


baths & altar 




Get into Cusco’s amazing 

nightlife, try a “Cerveza 

Cusquena”, dance the night 

away & join our Illary (Sunrise) 

Club. Hotel (B) 




southern jungle. After a jungle 

hike to the canopy tower for 

endless jungle views, take to the 



alligator! 


Lodge (B,L,D) 




jungle views 





wildlife, like the giant otter, 

or try your luck fishing for 

piranha, before spending the 

afternoon relaxing in paradise. 

Hotel (B,L,D) 

• Locally guided catamaran 

boat excursion 

Day 8: Puerto Maldonado 

to Lima On arrival in Lima, 

you could explore the areas of 

Miraflores, Larcomar Mall or 

Parque Kennedy for amazing 

views overlooking the Pacific 

Ocean, before maybe sipping 

your last Pisco Sour. Hotel (B) 

Day 9: Lima to Buenos 

Aires Say Adios to Lima 

& Hola Buenos Aires! This 

cosmopolitan city is filled with 

culture & diversity in everything 

from buildings to its people. 

As the birthplace of Tango 

there’s a love of music, art, 

dance & football – not to 

mention world-renowned beef 

& red wine. Hotel (B) 


This morning get out on 2 

wheels for a half day bike tour 

of the important city spots like 

San Telmo & La Boca. 

Tonight, get ready to Tango 

like a local as you learn all the 

tricks at a dance lesson & show. 

Hotel (B,D) 




Puerto Madero 







out. Later, take it up a notch 

& experience BA by night. 

Hotel (B) 

• Visit the neighbourhoods of 



Palermo Soho 


With a free day you can 

experience BA your way. 

Visit Colonia in Uruguay or 

kayak the River Delta area 

of Tigre. In town you might 

catch a football game, maybe 

drink champagne at a polo 

match, hit the shops or pay a 

SEE... 

Football (soccer)! 

The passion here 

is like nowhere 

else, so see 

if a game is 

on & get into 

the frenzy! 

visit to the historic Gran Café 

Tortoni for a café con leche 

& a spot of people watching. 

Hotel (B) 


Iguassu Falls Today we 

fly to Puerto Iguassu then 

travel to the Brazillian side 

to see the 275 individual 

waterfalls that make up 

Iguassu. You could take a 

heli-flight for a different angle 

on the falls, or try your luck at 

spotting macaws & toucans. 

Tonight, sample the delicious 

national drink, a caipirinha. 

Hotel (B) 



We’ll cross back into Argentina 

& visit their side of Iguassu 

Falls with a walk to see Devil’s 

Throat. The day is all yours 

to experience the Falls. Try 

a speed boat ride to feel the 

spray of the Falls, or go for a 

swim back at the hotel. Tonight 

we have tasty Brazilian BBQ. 

Hotel (B,D) 





Buzios Take it down a notch 

as we head to Buzios with its 

white sand & endless beaches. 

Sit back with a caipirinha on our 

boat cruise while basking in the 

sun, snorkelling & taking in the 

coastline. Hotel (B) 

• Boat cruise with music, sun 

& caipirinha’s! 

Day 16: Buzios You could 

rise early & watch the sunrise 

over the Atlantic Ocean. If 

you’re up for it try surfing, or 

other activities like scuba diving. 

Or simply work on your tan with 

a cocktail. Hotel (B) 


Janeiro Home to the world’s 

largest Carnival celebration, 



good times in Rio. See the 

Lapa district & its 150 year-old 

aqueduct, the Arches of Lapa & 

Passeio Publico. This afternoon 

we’ll visit the iconic Christ the 

Redeemer statue. Hotel (B) 



• City tour of the Catedral, 

Lapa Steps & Passeio Publico 


Today you get a unique 

“insiders only” experience of a 

favela visit, seeing the contrast 

of how some cariocas live. 

Tonight join us for a farewell 

dinner & last night out in this 

amazing city! Hotel (B,D) 



Janeiro Our adventure ends 

after breakfast, when it’s time 

to say ‘Tchau’ (goodbye) to 

your travel mates. (B) 

? 

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Travelling between August & December, 2012? 

These tours are 18 days long, with a revised itinerary 

featuring 3 nights in Buenos Aires. These tours start at 

8:00am in Cusco & end at 11:00am in Rio. 

Visit contiki.com/southam-explorer for the full itinerary. 

Code: CURJ12/CURJT12 



Cusco Rio Only Inca Trail 

2012 

Aug 17 Sep 3 3425 3525 

Aug 31 Sep 17 3425 3525 

Sep 21 Oct 8 3425 3525 

Oct 5 Oct 22 3425 3525 

Oct 19 Nov 5 3425 3525 

Code: CURJ/CURJT 




2013 

Jan 11 Jan 29 3545 3645 

Jan 18 Feb 5 3545 3645 

Feb 8 Feb 26 3545 3645 

Mar 8 Mar 26 3545 3645 

Apr 5 Apr 23 3545 3645 

Apr 12 Apr 30 3545 3645 

May 10 May 28 3545 3645 

May 31 Jun 18 3545 3645 

Jun 7 Jun 25 3545 3645 

Jun 28 Jul 16 3545 3645 

Jul 12 Jul 30 3545 3645 

Jul 26 Aug 13 3545 3645 

Aug 9 Aug 27 3545 3645 

Aug 30 Sep 17 3545 3645 

Sep 13 Oct 1 3545 3645 



2012 

Oct 26 Nov 12 3425 3525 

Nov 9 Nov 26 3425 3525 

Nov 23 Dec 10 3425 3525 

Dec 28 ● Jan 14 3425 3525 






2013 

Oct 4 Oct 22 3545 3645 

Oct 11 Oct 29 3545 3645 

Nov 8 Nov 26 3545 3645 

Dec 6 Dec 24 3545 3645 

Dec 27 ● Jan 14 3545 3645 

2014 

Jan 10 Jan 28 3655 3755 

Jan 24 Feb 11 3655 3755 

Feb 7 Feb 25 3655 3755 

Mar 7 Mar 25 3655 3755 

Mar 21 Apr 8 3655 3755 

Apr 18 May 6 3655 3755 

May 9 May 27 3655 3755 




Start Cusco 8:00am & end Rio 11:00am. 

● This tour spends New Years Eve in Cusco. 






Local markets, Puerto Maldonado Buzios 

30 | 31 

Peru, Brazil 

& Argentina 

The Explorer 

19 Days 




1 night Special Stay 

experience 


27 meals: 


2 lunches (L) 

7 dinners (D) 



3 lunches (L) 

7 dinners (D) 




guides 

1 international & 4 internal 

flights & transfers 





charges 

£ SAVE 



£349. Or pay 6 




Machu Picchu 

4 


sites visited

Contiki cares... 

We travel to experience the wonders that our world has to offer, be they natural or cultural, & we’re committed to 

ensuring they remain for the generations to come. Through our various causes we put conservation at the core of 

how we plan & run our tours. There are also a bunch of ways that you can help as well. 

Learn more at: contiki.com/contikicares/you 

Contiki loves oceans. 

Oceans cover 71% of the Earth’s surface & they 

form the largest habitat on the planet supporting 

the greatest variety of life. We support marine 

preservation through our projects around the world, 

Our Foundation 

We’re founding 

partners of the 

non-profit 

Conservation 

Foundation. 

Meet Céline Cousteau, 

our Sustainability Partner 

Find out more about Contiki’s Oceans 

projects on p.38. 

Our Foundation has spent over US$2 million to 

help underprivileged communities & support 

sustainable tourism around the world. It’s part 

of its commitment to preserving our planet for 

generations to come (so far, the Foundation 

has helped protect 7.4 million acres of forest in 

Brazil, supported the World Wildlife Fund’s 

work with indigenous sustainable tourism in 

Australia, plus much more). 

What’s more, we’re committed to continuing 

with this support for sustainable tourism for 

years to come. We’re the primary sponsors 

of The Tourism for Tomorrow Awards – 

encouraging tourism operators to develop 

& share sustainable tourism practices 

around the world. 

Loving it local... 

We’re proud to support local businesses 

on our trips, whether it be via the 

activities we do, the places we eat or the 

accommodation in which we sleep. 

In Latin America, almost every one of the places 

we stay at are locally owned, so profits feed 

directly back to the local communities. Where 

other travel operators may own their own vehicles 

& run their own show independent of locals, 

including the Mesoamerican Reef Leadership Program 

(MAR) which helps young environmentalists in their 

hands-on work protecting the world’s second largest 

barrier reef & by backing Oceana’s valuable research 

& education work. See p.38 for more. 

Recycling 

The Travel Corporation & 

Contiki are committed to 

use 100% recycled paper 

for the body stock of our 

brochures. 

The environmental benefits are 

important in the following ways: 

By using paper made from 

recycled fibre we save approx. 

67,000 trees per year.* 

Recycled paper makes for less 

waste being deposited into landfills. 

The paper mill uses a chlorine free 

fibre bleaching process (PCF) that 

avoids potential dioxins from being 

released into adjoining waterways. 

The paper mill uses a complex 

filtration process that returns the 

wherever possible, Contiki work only with local 

suppliers & businesses. 

What you can do? 

Taking care of the environment shouldn’t stop 

when you go travelling. Simple stuff like re-using 

your drink bottle, choosing products with less 

packaging, recycling on the go or simply turning off 

the lights when you leave your hotel room are all 

ways to lessen your environmental impact. 

river water in a cleaner state than 

initially received. 

The use of 100% recovered fibre 

means that the mill uses approx 

1/5th of the energy that would be 

required to produce corresponding 

grades from primary fibres. 

The body stock paper in our 

brochures meets the following 

Forest/Environmental/Process 

Certifications: FSC, Blue Angel, 

ISO 9001 & 14001. 

We are proud to commit to using 

what is one of the most 

environmentally friendly coated 

recycled papers on Planet Earth. 

* Calculation based on that provided 

by The Environmental Defense Fund.

Mexico 

Tours 

3 

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save money! 

Mexico tours 


Stunning beaches & clear 

water, the Yucatan, 

ancient Mayan ruins, 

incredible food & some 

of the world’s best nightlife 

make Mexico a must. 

Love beaches, sun & relaxing your way? Or prefer an 

in-depth cultural experience with a twist? Experience 

the good times in Mexico, Contiki-style. 

£ 



32 | 33

Mexico 

Grande 

13 Days 

1 Country 

Mexico 


£117 per day 

Chichen Itza 

MORELIA 

1 

MEXICO CITY 

MICHOACÁN 

2 

IXTAPA 2 GUERRERO 1 TAXCO 



2 ACAPULCO 

MERIDA 1 

YUCATÁN 

CANCÚN 

3 

Playa del 

Carmen 

QUINTANA 

ROO 

GO 


• Acapulco catamaran cruise 

• Cruise on a ‘Trajinera’ & discover 

Xochimilco from a different angle 

• Tour the pyramids of Teotihuacan 

• Relax & take in the sights on a horse 

drawn carriage ride in Merida 

• Visit the ancient ruins of Chichen Itza 

Plus 

Plus Flight on map 

included in tour price! 

Teotihaucan 


Ixtapa Horseback ride along the shoreline & plantations • Dolphin watching 

• Kayaking adventure Cancun Guided jungle bike ride & zipline adventure 

• Mayan culture adventure complete with ziplining, rappelling, canoeing & lunch! 

Visit contiki.com/mexico-grande-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do

This is the perfect way to explore this 

legendary country. Try sinking your teeth into 

delicious cuisine, getting up close to ancient 

Mayan culture, & taking in some sun & 

beach vibes. Blend this with big city action & 

cool locals & you’ve got the Mexico Grande. 


Day 1: Mexico City to 

Morelia 

Meet up with your Contiki 

Team & leave Mexico’s capital 

behind. Arrive in Morelia 

with its fascinating colonial 

architecture & picturesque 

streets. Try some delicious local 

food, then it’s out for a night 

on the town. Hotel (D) 

• Walking tour of Morelia 

• Visit a local candy market 

• Watch the spectacular 

illumination of Mexico’s 

most beautiful cathedral 

Day 2: Morelia to Ixtapa 

via Zihuatanejo 

Head out west to the sunny 

Mexican Riviera & be amazed 

at its long stretches of white 

sand beaches. Then kick back 

in the resort town of Ixtapa. 

Hotel (B) 

• Visit Playa La Ropa & 

Zihuatanejo 

Day 3: Ixtapa 

Have fun walking along the 

shore in the ‘Hotel Zone’ 

or discover an authentic 

ambience in a nearby beach 

village. The waters are perfect 

for snorkeling, kayaking, & 

fishing. Hotel (B,D) 

Day 4: Ixtapa to 

Acapulco 

The bright lights & non-stop 

energy of Acapulco Bay are 

calling! Watch the worldrenowned 

& death-defying 

cliff divers. When the sun sets, 

experience the nightlife of 

Mexico’s ultimate party town. 

Hotel (B) 

• See the famous cliff divers 

by night 

Day 5: Acapulco 

Get into the local scene by 

exploring a traditional open 

air market. Then, relax in the 

sun on the beach, sample 

mouthwatering seafood, & this 

Mexico City 

afternoon watch the sunset on 

a party cruise. Hotel (B,D) 

Day 6: Acapulco to Taxco 

Wind into the Sierra Madre 

Mountains & find the quaint 

stucco buildings of Taxco 

nestled in the hills. Known for its 

fine silver handiwork, check out 

artisan shops for the perfect 

souvenir gift. Hotel (B) 

• Watch a silver 

demonstration 

Day 7: Taxco to Mexico 

City 

Return to Mexico City & visit 

the unique floating gardens & 

markets of Xochimilco. Then, 

it’s off through “The City of 

Palaces” where you’ll see a 

multitude of ancient ruins & 

interesting colonial-influenced, 

yet modern, architecture. 

Hotel (B) 

• Float through the canals of 

Xochimilco on a Trajinera 

• Guided tour of Centro 

Historico, including 

the National Palace, 

Metropolitan Cathedral 

& Templo Mayor 

• Visit Coyoacán, birthplace 

of Frida Kahlo 

Day 8: Mexico City 

Start the day with a tour of 

the remarkable ancient ruins 

of Teotihuacan. Afterwards, 

the day is yours to jump into 

the city’s high energy through 

its sidewalk cafes, bazaars, 

boutiques, & museums. 

Hotel (B,D) 

• Guided tour of Teotihuacan 


Merida 

Leave behind the buzz of 

Mexico City & fly to the 

beautiful white-stone city 

of Merida. Tour the city’s 

gorgeous colonial buildings, 

palaces, & haciendas before 

having a mouthwatering, 

EAT... 

Guisadaos & tacos at Fonda 

Margarita in Mexico City for 

some amazing 

flavors & 

perfect 

people 

watching. 

typical Yucatecan meal. 

Hotel (B,D) 

• Walking tour of Merida’s 

sights 

Day 10: Merida to 

Cancun via Chichen Itza 

Take a captivating journey 

through Mayan history on a 

guided tour at Chichen Itza – a 

spectacular ancient ceremonial 

center. This afternoon we arrive 

in the modern mega-resort 

city of Cancun with its endless 

shopping, nightlife, & many 

outdoor activities. Hotel (B) 

• Guided tour of the Mayan 

ruins at Chichen Itza 

• Swim in a cenote 

Day 11: Cancun & Playa 

del Carmen 

Day trip to the beach 

playground of Playa del 

Carmen. Take a stroll along the 

Quinta Avenida & the stunning 

beach while enjoying the 

friendly local hospitality here. Fill 

your day with everything from 

snorkeling the azure waters, 

hanging out in open-air cafés & 

restaurants, stopping for a beer 

or two, to people watching. You 

can even take a ferry across to 

the island of Cozumel before 

heading back to Cancun. 

Hotel (B) 

• Visit Playa del Carmen 

Day 12: Cancun 

Soak up all the Cancun action 

you want today - swim through 

a jungle lagoon, learn to scuba 

dive, or take a day trip to 

beautiful Isla Mujeres for some 

delicious seafood, snorkeling 

& sightseeing. Then for your 

last night, party in great bars & 

dance clubs ’til the sun comes 

up. Hotel (B,D) 

Day 13: Depart Cancun 

Your Mexican adventure ends 

this morning & it’s time to say 

farewell to your new friends. (B) 

Code: MEXC 


Mexico City Cancun pp* 

2012 

Jun 30 Jul 12 1515 

Jul 14 Jul 26 1515 

Nov 3 Nov 15 1515 

Dec 1 

2013 

Dec 13 1515 

Jan 12 Jan 24 1515 

Feb 2 Feb 14 1515 

Mar 16 Mar 28 1515 

Apr 6 Apr 18 1515 

May 18 May 30 1515 

Jun 8 Jun 20 1515 

Ixtapa 

Trajineras, Mexico City 

www.contiki.com/mexico-grande 



2013 

Jun 29 Jul 11 1515 

Jul 27 Aug 8 1515 

Aug 17 Aug 29 1515 

Sep 14 Sep 26 1515 

Oct 19 Oct 31 1515 

Nov 16 Nov 28 1515 

Dec 21 ● 

2014 

Jan 2 1589 

Jan 18 Jan 30 1515 

Feb 15 Feb 27 1515 

Mar 15 Mar 27 1515 

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

travelling solo, we can share you with a same sex 

room-mate at no extra charge. 

Single room supplement of £409. 

Start Mexico City 7:00am & end Cancun 11:00am. 

● This tour spends Xmas in Acapulco & New Years 

Eve in Cancun. 




Mexico 

Mexico 

Grande 

13 Days 

34 | 35 


12 nights twin-share 

hotel accommodations: 


18 meals: 


6 dinners (D) 



Manager & Driver team 

Modern, air-conditioned 

coach 

Flight from Mexico City to 

Merida 


major cities 


charges 

£ SAVE 



£155. Or pay 6 




4 


sites visited 

Mix Match 



Dates from November 2012 

onwards connect with our 

new Costa Rica Unplugged 

trip on p.40-41. 

Plus you’ll also save £60 with 

our multi-tour discount. See 

p.16. 

Cliff divers, Acapulco

Mexican Fiesta 

9 Days 

1 Country 

Mexico 

From £839pp* 

£94 per day 



hotel accommodation: 


12 meals: 


4 dinners (D) 





coach 


major cities 


charges 

GO 


includes 

• Sit back, cocktail in hand 

on an Acapulco catamaran 

cruise 

• Cruise on a colourful 

‘Trajinera’ with a beer & 

discover Xochimilco from a 

different angle 

• Tour the pyramids of 

Teotihuacan 

£ SAVE 



£85. Or pay 6 




3 


sites visited 


Code: MEX2 


Mexico City Mexico City pp* 

2012 

Jun 30 Jul 8 839 

Jul 14 Jul 22 839 

Nov 3 Nov 11 839 

Dec 1 

2013 

Dec 9 839 

Jan 12 Jan 20 839 

Feb 2 Feb 10 839 

Mar 16 Mar 24 839 

Apr 6 Apr 14 839 

May 18 May 26 839 

Jun 8 Jun 16 839 


Mexico City Mexico City pp* 

2013 

Jun 29 Jul 7 839 

Jul 27 Aug 4 839 

Aug 17 Aug 25 839 

Sep 14 Sep 22 839 

Oct 19 Oct 27 839 

Nov 16 Nov 24 839 

Dec 21 ● 

2014 

Dec 29 879 

Jan 18 Jan 26 839 

Feb 15 Feb 23 839 

Mar 15 Mar 23 839 





Start Mexico City 7:00am & end Mexico City 11:00am. 

● This tour spends Xmas in Acapulco. 








Itinerary 

& sightseeing 


Morelia Meet up with your 

Contiki Team & leave Mexico’s 

capital city behind. Arrive in 

Morelia with its fascinating 

colonial architecture & 

picturesque streets. Try some 

seriously delicious local food, 

then it’s out for a night on the 

town where you can learn to 

party like a local. Hotel (D) 

• Walking tour of Morelia 

Visit a local candy market 

• 

Watch the spectacular 

illumination of Mexico’s 

most beautiful cathedral 

Day 2: Morelia to Ixtapa 

via Zihuatanejo Head out 

west to the sunny Mexican 

Riviera & be amazed at its 

long stretches of white sand 

beaches, then kick back in the 

resort town of Ixtapa. Hotel (B) 

• Visit Playa La Ropa & 

Zihuatanejo 

Day 3: Ixtapa Have fun 

walking along the shore in the 

‘Hotel Zone’ or discover an 

MORELIA 

1 

MICHOACÁN MEXICO CITY 

2 

IXTAPA 2 GUERRERO 1 TAXCO 

2 ACAPULCO 

authentic ambience in a nearby 

beach village. The waters are 

perfect for snorkelling, kayaking 

& fishing. Hotel (B,D) 

Day 4: Ixtapa to Acapulco 

The bright lights & non-stop 

energy of Acapulco Bay are 

calling! You could watch the 

jaw-dropping stunts of the 

world-renowned & deathdefying 

cliff divers & when 

the sun sets, experience the 

nightlife of Mexico’s ultimate 

party town. Hotel (B) 

• See the famous cliff divers 

by night 

Day 5: Acapulco Get into 

the local scene by exploring 

a traditional open air market. 

Otherwise, relax in the sun 

on the beach, sample mouth 

watering seafood & this 

afternoon watch the sunset on 

a party cruise. Hotel (B,D) 

Day 6: Acapulco to Taxco 

Wind into the Sierra Madre 

Mountains & find the quaint 

stucco buildings of Taxco 

nestled in the hills. Known for its 

fine silver handiwork, check out 

artisan shops for the perfect 

souvenir gift. Hotel (B) 

Watch a silver demonstration 

• 

www.contiki.com/mexican fiesta 


Day 7: Taxco to Mexico 

City Return to Mexico City 

& visit the unique floating 

gardens & markets of 

Xochimilco. Then it’s off 

through “The City of Palaces” 

to see a multitude of ancient 

ruins & interesting colonialinfluenced, 

yet modern 

architecture. Hotel (B) 

• Float through the canals 

of Xochimilco on a 

Trajinera 

Ixtapa Horseback ride along the shoreline & plantations 

• Dolphin watching • Kayaking adventure 

Visit contiki.com/mexican-fi esta-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do 

• 

Guided tour of Centro 

Historico, including 

the National Palace, 

Metropolitan Cathedral 

& Templo Mayor 

• Visit Coyoacán, birthplace 

of Frida Kahlo 

Day 8: Mexico City Start 

the day with a tour of the 

remarkable ancient ruins of 

Teotihuacan. Afterwards, the 

day is yours to jump into the 

city’s high energy through its 

sidewalk cafés, boutiques & 

museums. Hotel (B,D) 


Day 9: Depart Mexico 

City This morning the tour 

ends & it’s time to say farewell 

to your new friends. (B)

Yucatan Highlights 

Itinerary 

& sightseeing 

Day 1: Arrive Mexico 

City Meet up with your 

Contiki Team & start the 

day with a tour of the 

remarkable ancient ruins 

of Teotihuacan. Afterwards, 

the day is yours to jump into 

the city’s high energy through 

its sidewalk cafes, bazaars, 

boutiques & museums. 

Hotel (D) 



Merida Leave behind the 

buzz of Mexico City & fly to 

the beautiful white-stone 

city of Merida. Tour the city’s 

gorgeous colonial buildings, 

palaces & haciendas before 

having a mouthwatering, 

typical Yucatecan meal. 

Hotel (B,D) 

• Walking tour of Merida’s 

sights 

Day 3: Merida to Cancun 

via Chichen Itza Take a 

captivating journey through 

Mayan history on a guided 

tour at Chichen Itza – a 

spectacular ancient ceremonial 

centre. This afternoon we 

arrive in the modern megaresort 

city of Cancun with its 

endless shopping, nightlife 

& many outdoor activities. 

Hotel (B) 

• Guided tour of the Mayan 

ruins at Chichen Itza 

Swim in a cenote 

• 

6 Days 

1 Country 

Mexico 

From £715pp* 

£120 per day 

Teotihuacan 

Day 4: Cancun & Playa 

del Carmen Day trip to 

beach playground of Playa 

del Carmen. Take a stroll along 

the Quinta Avenida & the 

stunning beach & enjoy the 

friendly local hospitality here. 

Fill your day with everything 

from snorkelling the azure 

waters, hanging out in open-air 

cafés & restaurants or stop for 

a beer or two & people watch. 

You can even take a ferry across 

to the island of Cozumel before 

heading back to Cancun. 

Hotel (B) 

• Visit Playa del Carmen 

Day 5: Cancun Soak up 

all the Cancun action you 

want today - swim through a 

jungle lagoon, learn to scuba 


MEXICO CITY 1 



dive, or take a day trip to 

beautiful Isla Mujeres for some 

delicious seafood, snorkelling 

& sightseeing. And for your 

last night, party in great bars & 

dance clubs ’til the sun comes 

up. Hotel (B,D) 

Day 6: Depart Cancun 

Your Mexican adventure ends 

this morning & it’s time to say 

farewell to your new friends. (B) 

Cancun Guided jungle bike ride & zipline adventure • Mayan culture adventure 

with ziplining, abseiling, canoeing & lunch! • Snorkelling in the tropical waters 

Visit contiki.com/yucatan-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do 

MERIDA 1 

YUCATÁN 

QUINTANA 

ROO 


Code: MEX3 



2012 

Jul 7 Jul 12 715 

Jul 21 Jul 26 715 

Nov 10 Nov 15 715 

Dec 8 Dec 13 715 

Jan 19 Jan 24 715 

Feb 9 Feb 14 715 

Mar 23 Mar 28 715 

Apr 13 Apr 18 715 

May 25 May 30 715 

Jun 15 Jun 20 715 

Jul 6 Jul 11 715 

www.contiki.com/yucatan 

3 CANCÚN 

Playa del Carmen 



2012 

Aug 3 Aug 8 715 

Aug 24 Aug 29 715 

Sep 21 Sep 26 715 

Oct 26 Oct 31 715 

Nov 23 Nov 28 715 

Dec 28 ● 

2013 

Jan 2 749 

Jan 25 Jan 30 715 

Feb 22 Feb 27 715 

Mar 22 Mar 27 715 





Start Mexico City 7:00am & end Cancun 11:00am. 

● This tour spends New Years Eve in Cancun. 






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Mexico 

Yucatan 

Highlights 

6 Days 



hotel accommodation: 


8 meals: 


3 dinners (D) 





coach 

Flight from Mexico City to 

Merida 


major cities 


charges 

GO 


includes 

• Tour the pyramids of 

Teotihuacan 

• Relax & take in the sights on 

a horse drawn carriage ride 

in Merida 

• Turn back the clock at the 

ancient ruins of Chichen Itza 

£ SAVE 



£75. Or pay 6 




3 


sites visited 

Mix Match 



Dates from November 2012 

onwards connect with our 

new Costa Rica Unplugged 

trip on p.40-41. 

Plus you’ll also save £60 with 

our multi-tour discount. See 

p.16.

Supporting 

oceans 

our 

Contiki has proudly partnered with leading environmentalist, adventurer 

& explorer, Céline Cousteau (granddaughter of legendary oceanographer, 

Jacques Cousteau) to raise awareness of our ocean conservation projects. 

MEET CÉLINE COUSTEAU > 

We’ve joined forces with Céline to help educate our Contiki 

community & team about environmental issues & marine 

protection. We speak with Céline in an exclusive interview on 

ocean conservation & what we can all do to make a difference. 

Contiki: You were just 9 years old 

when you took your first expedition 

with your grandfather, Jacques 

Cousteau, in the Amazon on his 

legendary boat ‘The Calypso’. You 

have recently celebrated his 100th 

birthday anniversary, what do you 

think you’ve learned most from him? 

Céline: Of course there’s so much I 

have learned, but the heart of it all was 

an understanding from early on that 

my existence was only a small part of a 

greater whole. That learning came 

from being part of a family of 

travellers, filmmakers, explorers & 

photographers who would each bring 

back their stories from the field. My 

grandfather showed me it is more 

what you do with your learning’s that 

makes a difference. Each of us has the 

capacity to do more & we owe it to 

ourselves & others to reach for our full 

potential when given the opportunity. 

Contiki: You spend most of your life 

around oceans, what is it that makes 

you so passionate about them? 

Céline: They’re such a wondrous 

universe & are right under our noses. 

I’ve had the tremendous opportunity to 

explore the underwater world & be a 

Watch Céline’s video message to Contiki 

travellers at contiki.com/celinecousteau 

part of many discussions about its 

health, so am very aware of the 

importance of protecting it. We 

desperately need more people out 

there to help communicate & educate 

around this. Paramount to all of this, 

people depend on a balance in the 

natural world & we are all those people. 

Contiki: What do you think is the 

biggest issue threatening our 

oceans today? 

Céline: There are many issues & a lot 

of them are intertwined, however one 

example of a very tangible threat is 

overfishing. We are taking out a lot of 

species from the ocean in 

unsustainable quantities & with 

harmful fishing practices. 

Consequences are reduced resources, 

which in turn impacts the natural food 

chain of the ocean that naturally exists 

in a healthy balance, so other species 

are impacted along this chain. 

However, it’s not all doom & gloom, we 

don’t have to stop eating everything! 

We just need to remember consumer 

choices do make a difference. Find out 

more at montereybayaquarium.org 

(they even have a handy iPhone app) 

or visit blueocean.org/seafood. 

Contiki: People often think, ‘I’m just 

one person, what can I really do? 

What advice would you give to them? 

Céline: It shouldn’t be overwhelming. 

Ghandi once said: “be the change you 

want to see in the world” - why look any 

further. By incorporating small changes 

in all aspects of our lives & empowering 

others around us to do the same, that is 

action. These small changes in parallel 

with our efforts to influence leaders have 

the power to implement environmental 

protection laws & make a difference. 

Contiki: What ‘green tips’ would 

you recommend to our readers for 

while they are travelling? 

Céline: There are so many small things 

you can do to make a difference. I 

would recommend filling & packing 

your own travel sized toiletries so you 

don’t need to open a new one each 

time you change hotels. Take your own 

water bottle (metal is better than 

plastic) - every bottle you don’t buy is 

one less piece of plastic used. You can 

also calculate your carbon footprint 

based on your travel miles when you 

get back & offset this online. 

See the full interview online at 

contiki.com/contikicares 

Follow Céline on twitter @celinecousteau 

and at celinecousteau.com 

Our conservation 

projects 

At Contiki we love oceans, & 

are committed to protecting 

them for future generations 

to enjoy. We actively support 

two ocean conservation 

projects, The Mesoamerican 

Reef Leadership Program 

(MAR) & Oceana, who are 

both involved in the critical 

task of marine protection. 

Mesoamerican Reef 

Leadership Program 

(MAR) is a fresh new initiative 

that supports young local 

environmentalists working 

‘hands on’ to protect the 

world’s second largest barrier 

reef, the Mesoamerican 

Reef system. 

Oceana campaigns to 

protect & restore the 

world’s oceans. Their 

project work involves at-sea 

expeditions gathering 

research which they use 

to inform policy makers to 

create important laws to 

protect our ocean systems. 

To find out more visit 

contiki.com/contikicares

Costa Rica 

Tour 1 

Costa Rica tour 


National Parks, incredible 

marine life & cloud forests to 

the beach & adrenalin rushes, 

Costa Rica is a place like no 

other. Mix this with city 

action, volcanoes & cool locals 

& get set for our great value 

new tour that takes you deep 

into this Central American 

paradise. 

£ 

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Costa Rica 

Unplugged 

12 Days 

1 Country 

Costa Rica 


£105 per day 

Nicaragua 

ARENAL 2 

MONTEVERDE 2 

MANUEL ANTONIO 3 

SARAPIQUI 

1 1 

Poas Volcano 

National Park 

Braulio Carrillo 

National Park 

Quepos 




1 

SAN JOSÉ 

COSTA RICA 

Manuel Antonio 

National Park 

TORTUGUERO 

Panama 

GO 


• Sunset cruise in Tortuguero 

• Rafting, canopy adventure or abseiling in Sarapiqui 

• Enjoy dinner at a traditional country estate 

Plus 

Plus Contiki Special Stays 

• Jungle Lodge in Tortuguero 

• Rainforest Special Stay 


La Fortuna/Arenal Canyoneering (waterfall rappelling) • Arenal Volcano hike 

& hot springs dip • Optional meal at local gourmet restaurant • ATV touring 

Monteverde Selvatura Park canopy tour • Horseback ride tour 

Manuel Antonio Mangrove/Damas Island kayaking • Coastal kayak/ 

snorkelling experience • Surf lessons • ATV adventure • Catamaran Cruise 

Visit contiki.com/unplugged-explore-more for all the optional activities you can do

This tiny country is a haven for discovery, 

so get ready to go in-depth on this 

12 day trip. From jungles & rainforests, to 

volcanoes, beaches, cool coffee plantations 

& even cooler locals, it’s the perfect way to 

uncover amazing Costa Rica. 


Day 1: Arrive San Jose 

Meet up with your Contiki team 

before heading out to explore 

Poás Volcano National Park 

& San Jose’s famous spots. 

Tonight, start the trip right & 

get to know your group over a 

delicious dinner at our favourite 

local restaurant. Hotel (D) 

• San José tour including 

La Sabana Park, the 

Contemporary Art Museum, 

Central market, La Plaza 

de la Cultura & National 

Theatre 

• Visit Poás Volcano National 

Park 

Day 2: San Jose to 

Tortuguero 

Say farewell to the big city as 

we head to Tortuguero via 

Braulio Carrillo National Park. 

Only accessible by boat or small 

aircraft, Tortuguero is famous 

for being one of Costa Rica’s 

most popular eco-tourism spots 

& the rainforest, stunning water 

& home to the Atlantic Green 

Turtle. Lodge (B,L,D) 

• Visit Braulio Carrillo National 

Park 

• Look out for wildlife on our 

boat ride 

Day 3: Tortuguero 

Get ready to spot howler 

monkeys, macaws, tapirs, 

reptiles & other mammals on 

a boat ride, before a guided 

through the National Park, 

where our expert Local Guide 

will give you the inside track on 

this amazing haven for wildlife. 

Later, it’s all about relaxing 

the way you want before our 

incredible sunset boat ride 

along the canals. 


Lodge (B,L,D) 

• Wildlife boat cruise 

• Guided walk through the 

National Park 

• Sunset canal cruise 

Day 4: Tortuguero to 

Sarapiqui Rainforest 

Lodge (Pozo Azul 

Adventures - Special 

Stay) 

Next up, our overnight luxury 

camp in Sarapiqui – it’s perfect 

for those that love to relax. 

You’ll discover the rainforest by 

night on our Tirimbina night 

walk to spot the Red-Eyed Tree 

& Web-Footed frogs before a 

delicious Costa Rican BBQ feast. 

Contiki Special Stay, 

Rainforest Lodge (B,L,D) 

• Locally guided Tirimbina 

Jungle Night Walk 

Day 5: Sarapiqui to 

Arenal/La Fortuna 

This morning’s yours, so choose 

from adrenalin pumping white 

water rafting, a canopy adventure 

or abseiling before checking out 

the perfectly symmetrical Arenal 

Volcano. The area is known for 

its spa & mud pool treatments, 

so it’s the ideal place to treat 

yourself. Hotel (B,L) 

• Try rafting, a canopy zipline 

or abseiling - your choice! 

• Visit the incredible Arenal 

Volcano 

Day 6: Arenal/La Fortuna 

This morning maybe give ATV 

riding a go, then this afternoon 

experience the traditional Costa 

Rican way of life with a visit to 

La Casona Rio Fortuna. Get in 

the know as you learn how to 

mill sugar cane & make delicious 

coffee & tortillas, then enjoy a 

traditional homemade dinner 

with the owners. Hotel (B,D) 

• Guided tour of La Casona & 

its local industries 

• 

Learn how traditional 

products are made & try 

making some yourself! 

Day 7: Arenal/La 

Fortuna to Monteverde 

Today it’s on to Monteverde, 

Costa Rica’s most popular 

reserve. It’s one of the most 

outstanding wild life sanctuaries 

in the tropics, filled with cloud 

forests, coffee plantations, 

monkeys, mist, & friendly locals. 

Chill this afternoon, or get 

into the ziplines & adrenalin 

activities here! Hotel (B) 

• Cross Lake Arenal 

Day 8: Monteverde 

It’s an early start this morning, 

for our hike into the Santa 

Elena Cloud Forest reserve, 

before learning the A-Z about 

Costa Rica’s famous coffee & 

an evening horse ride. Hotel (B) 

• Hike the Santa Elena Cloud 

Forest Reserve 

• Costa Rican coffee making 

tour 

Ziplining 

EXPLORE... 

Love people 

watching? Grab 

an ice cream & 

spend a chilled out 

afternoon 

at Parque Central 

in San José. 

Day 9: Monteverde to 

Manuel Antonio 

It’s all sun & good times this 

morning, we’re off to the 

beautiful beaches of the 

Costa Rican Central Pacific 

coast! We’ll make a stop in 

Quepos before arriving at 

Manuel Antonio, a haven for 

those that love to relax. Hotel 

(B,D) 

Day 10: Manuel Antonio 

This morning is all about 

relaxing the way you want. 

Hit the beach with your iPod 

& a book, head out to explore 

the town or just sit with a 

coffee & work on your tan. 

This afternoon we’ll head 

to town for a look at the 

local market, where there’s 

your chance to pick up some 

souvenirs. Hotel (B) 

• Visit a local market 


It’s time to get active & 

hike with our expert guide 

through our exotic, bio-diverse 

tropical rainforest of Manuel 

Antonio National Park. This 

afternoon join us on an 

optional catamaran cruise. 

Set sail on our awesome boat 

trip to spot many dolphins, 

whales, sea turtles & birds. 

Don’t forget your swimming 

gear for swim stops & 

snorkelling. Hotel (B,D) 

• Locally guided rainforest 

hike 


to San Jose 

Relax in paradise this morning 

before we head back to San 

Jose where your tour ends on 

arrival. (B) 



Code: COSTA 


San Jose San Jose £ pp* 

www.contiki.com/unplugged 


San Jose San Jose £ pp* 

2012 

2013 

Nov 17 Nov 28 1259 Aug 10 Aug 21 1259 

Dec 15 ● Dec 26 1259 Aug 31 Sep 11 1259 

2013 

Sep 28 

Nov 2 

Oct 9 

Nov 13 

1259 

1259 

Jan 26 Feb 6 1259 Nov 30 Dec 11 1259 

Feb 16 Feb 27 1259 Dec 21 ■ Jan 1 1259 

Mar 30 

Apr 20 

Apr 10 

May 1 

1259 

1259 2014 

Jun 1 Jun 12 1259 Feb 1 Feb 12 1295 

Jun 22 Jul 3 1259 Mar 1 Mar 12 1295 

Jul 13 Jul 24 1259 



Start San Jose 8:00am & end San Jose 5:00pm. 

Please note: Do not book flights before 8:00pm. 

● This tour spends Xmas in Manuel Antonio. 

■ This tour spends Xmas in Arenal & New Years Eve 

in Manuel Antonio. 






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Costa Rica 

Costa Rica 

Unplugged 

12 Days 




1 nights in a lodge, 2 nights 

Special Stay experience 


22 meals: 


4 lunches (L) 

7 dinners (D) 




guides 





major areas 


charges 

£ SAVE 



£129. Or pay 6 




Arenal Volcano

Got a question? 

Answers to frequently asked questions & things you need to know: 

What’s included? 

• Coach, mini-coach, van, train, canoe, fl ights & ‘on 

tour’ airport transfers listed in the ‘What’s Included’ 

section as specifi ed. 

• Accommodation, breakfasts, lunches & dinners listed 

in the ‘What’s Included’ section on tour pages. 

• Sightseeing listed in the ‘Itinerary & Sightseeing’ 

section in each tour itinerary. Unless specifi ed, 

entrance fees to these locations are included. 

• Experienced Contiki Tour Manager & Local Guides. 

• Tips for Local Guides & Local Drivers. 

What’s not included? 

• Personal expense money. 

• Visas, passport fees, personal insurance & 

medical fees. 

• Excess baggage fees & tips for porters. 

• Sightseeing, visits & entrance fees & transport other 

than those specifi ed on tour pages. 

• Explore More optional activities such as mountain 

biking, speed boat rides etc. 

• Lunches (unless specifi ed under “What’s Included”) 

& some dinners. 

• Reciprocity Tax in Argentina for some nationalities – 

check contiki.com/contikipedia for more info. 

• Departure Tax at airports 

Included fl ights 

Flights as specified on individual tour itineraries are 

included as part of the price. As detailed within our 

Booking Conditions (p.43) under ‘General’ we rely on 

international conventions regards air travel & other 

transportation as specified. Through enrolment & 

payment for your tour you acknowledge & accept 

such. Individual electronic tickets may not be issued 

to you prior to travel due to the group nature of 

the air/flight booking. In such circumstances you 

acknowledge that by receipt of any applicable 

boarding pass &/or by boarding the aircraft you 

have accepted the airlines terms & conditions of 

travel & the application of all relevant International 

Conventions & applicable national & international law 

governing air transportation. 

Group size 

Contiki’s group size in Latin America averages around 

30, a group size small enough to have an intimate 

Latin American experience but big enough to make 

the group dynamic rock. 

How much money 

do I need? 

You will need to ensure you allow enough money to 

cover optional lunches & dinners, souvenirs, shopping, 

drinks, optional activities, entrance fees to some 

attractions & evening entertainment. 

When travelling within Latin America, you’ll fi nd that 

you’ll often be using local currency, particularly in 

remote areas. The local currencies are the Nuevo Sol 

(Peru), Peso “Argentino” (Argentina), Real (Brazil). 

The countries we visit rely largely on cash as opposed 

to credit cards or travellers cheques. In the larger cities 

you’ll fi nd that established stores will accept credit 

cards. VISA is the most readily accepted, but stores 

normally charge a surcharge. Local market stalls will 

operate on a cash only basis. 

Local currency is available through cash (ATM) 

machines however you shouldn’t depend solely 

on a credit/debit card for cash as they are not 

accepted in all areas & ATM maintenance is often 

neglected. ATM’s are available in Lima, Buenos 

Aires & Cusco airports. 

We advise you carry cash in small denominations of 

both $US & local currency. Please note that travellers 

cheques are generally only accepted in big cities at 

money exchanges or banks. 

For more info check out contiki.com/travel-resources 

How much luggage can 

I bring? 

Baggage is restricted to only one reasonably sized 

backpack/suitcase & one carry-on bag & luggage 

policies are strictly enforced. There are some things 

to consider when packing for a Contiki Latin America 

Tour, including leaving space for on trip purchases: 

• Due to the large number of fl ights on Contiki Latin 

America tours, your luggage needs to meet the 

weight & restrictions imposed by airlines. These 

limits are imposed by the airlines, not by Contiki. 

Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred by 

overweight luggage. Please refer to contiki.com/ 

luggage for more info. 

• You are responsible for carrying your own luggage. 

At times this will be in hotels without elevators 

(as is common in the region) or on various forms 

of transport. 

• At hotels without elevators there may be porters 

but this is not guaranteed. 

Please keep your luggage to a maximum suitcase 

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

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

handbag / daypack that can be used as an overnight 

bag for Machu Picchu Pueblo (see below). 

Important: Every Contiki trip to Peru includes a train 

journey round trip to Machu Picchu Pueblo where 

we overnight. Perurail, the train operator, have strict 

baggage allowances. You are allowed to carry as 

hand luggage a day pack/backpack with a weight of 

no more than 5kg/11lb & with a maximum size of 62 

linear inches/157cm (length + height + width). Perurail 

will charge for excess baggage. A daypack/backpack 

of approx 26L capacity is suggested. Contiki will store 

your main luggage at our Cusco hotel during this time. 

Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk & baggage 

insurance is strongly recommended. Luggage is not 

guaranteed or included in the cost of your tour & 

Contiki reserves the right to refuse to accept oversized 

baggage on tour. 

Past traveller 

5% discount 

Eligibility for this discount is based on clients 

having booked & travelled with Contiki (or one of 

our Travel Corporation sister brands, visit www. 

thetravelcorporation.com for details) within 5 years 

of their last tour. Clients must have completed a tour 

before they can redeem the discount on a subsequent 

tour booking. Only one discount can be redeemed per 

past traveller annually. A deposit must be received 

before the discount can be applied to the booking. It 

is not available on pre & post-tour accommodation 

rates & other selected products. The discount applies 

to brochured prices only & cannot be combined with 

any non-brochured special market promotions. 

Explore More 

Optional Activities 

Contiki’s Explore More optional activities are all 

operated by independent third party operators & it is 

at the clients own risk to participate in such activities 

whilst on tour. It’s important that you check your 

insurance includes your participation in adventure 

activities & be aware that some of our optionals can be 

physically demanding & therefore involve some risk. 

Acceptance of risk 

It’s important that you acknowledge that at times 

travelling on a Contiki Latin America tour may be 

more adventurous & presents greater challenges 

than your normal daily life. The civil infrastructure, 

medical facilities, transportation, telecommunications 

& accommodation standards may not be what you 

are used to. Cleanliness & hygiene standards also vary. 

As such there is some degree of personal risk inherent 

in travelling Latin America & as a Contiki traveller you 

accept this. 

Brochure authenticity 

We have put a great deal of effort into producing this 

brochure. The information given & literature produced 

by Contiki has been compiled with care & is published 

in good faith. Sometimes, because of circumstances 

outside our control, we have to alter some activities 

due to seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, etc, 

especially early or late in the season. If this happens, 

alternative activities will be arranged. 

Do I need vaccinations? 

At the time this brochure went to press (March 2012) 

the following immunisations are recommended for 

travellers in Latin America by the CDC (The Centre for 

Disease Control): 

Travellers should be up to date with their routine 

vaccinations: Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) 

Diphtheria/Pertussis/Tetanus (DPT), Poliovirus etc. 

Recommended for Argentina, Brazil & Peru: Hepatitis 

A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid & Rabies, Malaria & Yellow 

Fever are also an issue in Puerto Maldonado, Iquitos & 

Iguassu Falls. You should consult your local doctor or 

travel agent on what vaccinations &/or preventative 

medicines would be required. Don’t forget to bring 

with you any medication that you may require en 

route such as antihistamines, antibiotics, etc. 

Do I need visas? 

Depending on your nationality, you may require 

visas to enter certain countries included in your Latin 

America tour. 

You are fully responsible for obtaining all necessary 

visas PRIOR to the departure of your tour. Any 

costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing 

or changing visas whilst on tour (including 

accommodation, meals, fl ights & transfers incurred 

due to associated delays) are at your own expense. 

Contiki is not legally permitted to knowingly allow 

anybody who does not have a valid visa to join a tour. 

Visa & other entry & exit conditions (such as currency, 

arrival/departure taxes, customs & quarantine 

regulations) change regularly. Visit contiki.com/visas 

for more information. Alternatively, consult your 

travel agent or visit your local embassy to determine 

which visas you require. 

Your passport must have at least six months validity 

at time of travel. Local immigration authorities may 

deny entry & deport people who do not meet this 

requirement, even if they intend on staying only for a 

short period. Important to consider: 

1. Visas can take up to six weeks & a fee is normally 

charged. 

2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could cause 

you to miss part of your tour & will result in you 

incurring considerable expense & inconvenience. 

3. Contiki is not responsible for any costs incurred as 

a result of you failing to obtain all necessary visas 

before the departure of your tour. 

4. It is better to apply for all visas through your travel 

agent before you leave home. 

5. It is very important that the entry & exit dates are 

correct on the visa. Your travel agent will contact 

Contiki for full details. 

Am I expected to tip 

on tour? 

Every country in the world has different tipping 

policies & in Latin America within service industries, 

tipping is common practice. Although it may not be 

customary to you, it is of considerable signifi cance 

to the people who will take care of you during your 

travels. Tipping is optional & only given if you feel the 

service has exceeded your expectations. Your Tour 

Manager will assist you with any questions about this. 

Tips for Local Guides & Drivers are included in the cost 

of the tour. Be aware that services & standards in Latin 

America may not be equivalent to those you fi nd at 

home. If you think your Contiki team have done an 

exceptional job than you may wish to tip them. This is 

entirely discretionary – it’s completely up to you. 

Will I get 

more information? 

Upon receipt of fi nal payment, your documentation 

will be released 21 days prior to your departure. 

Make sure you visit contiki.com/tglatin 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 excursions available on your tour. 

Your free Contiki document wallet & luggage tag* 

will be sent to you with your travel documents. The 

wallet is a safe place for your tickets & passports. 

* Contiki reserves the right to substitute an 

alternative travel accessory for the Contiki 

document wallet. 

Booking Security 

Contiki has been running tours for young 

people since 1962. It is a matter of law that tour 

operators must fully protect their clients’ funds 

under regulations specified by the European 

Community Package Travel Directive. We confirm 

that Contiki is fully complying 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. 

Travel Insurance 

Cancellation, unexpected medical expenses, injuries, 

theft, lost luggage or money can significantly disrupt 

your holiday. It is compulsory that you take out 

comprehensive travel insurance before you travel. 

Contiki have the right to refuse passengers without 

the required insurance cover to join our tours. Your 

insurance must cover personal injury, death, medical 

expenses, repatriation expenses and evacuation 

expenses. 

We strongly recommend your insurance also covers 

cancellation, personal liability and loss of personal 

property. If you intend to participate in adventures 

sports and activities when travelling then please 

ensure your policy covers such. Some policies exclude 

certain adventure activities. 

What else? 

Regular passport checks are common throughout 

Latin America. It’s essential that when you book 

your tour that you provide the passport details for 

the passport you will be travelling with. 

Photography credits 

Photo courtesy of Kylie Kerkin p.2 Iguassu Falls. 

Photos courtesy of Dan Lumelski p.4 Paragliding, 

p.19 Machu Picchu. Photo courtesy of Gaby p.12 & 

13. Photo courtesy of Hotel Icaro Suites, Buenos 

Airies p.14 hotel room. Photo courtesy of Pachira 

Lodge, Costa Rica p.14 swimming pool view. Photo 

courtesy of Colca Canyon Lodge p.15 entrance view. 

Photo courtesy of Tess Murphy p.19 The Inca trail, 

p.28 surfing. Photo courtesy of Banco de Imágenes 

de PromPerú p.19 train, Llamas. Photo courtesy of 

Hugh McMillan p.26 Dancers. Photo courtesy of Ella 

Becroft p.27 Lapa Steps. Photo courtesy of Shelley 

Hodgson p.31 beach. Photo courtesy of Andrea 

Peterson p.37 food. Photos courtesy of © Carrie 

Vonderhaar, Ocean Futures Society, Celine 

Cousteau snorkelling p.38. Photos courtesy of © 

Çapkin van Alphen-CauseCentric Productions p.38 

Celine Cousteau, Celine Cousteau snorkelling.

Booking conditions 

Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation 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 RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. YOUR HOLIDAY RESERVATION 

On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, 

Contiki will reserve your place on your selected holiday. A contract is 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 PROTECTION 

Contiki 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. When you buy an ATOL protected air holiday package and/ or 

fl ights from Contiki Holidays Limited you will receive a Confi rmation 

Invoice from us (or via our authorized agent through which you booked) 

confi rming your arrangements and your protection under our Air 

Travel Organiser’s Licence number 10144. 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.atol.org.uk. Not 

all holiday or travel services offered and sold by us will be protected by 

the ATOL scheme. Please ask us to confi rm what protection may apply 

to your booking. 

3. PRICE GUARANTEE 

Prices in this brochure are based on costs and exchange rates as of 

5th March 2012. 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 tour 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 tour 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 HOLIDAY 

4.1 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 CONDITIONS 

5.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the best of our 

knowledge at the time of going to print (March, 2012) 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 tours and transportation to give you good value for money. 

5.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If 

such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond 

our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary 

itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not responsible for any other 

travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations. 

6. LIABILITY 

6.1 Your travel agent shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such 

monies for you until the booking is confi rmed at which time those monies 

shall be remitted promptly by your travel agent to us. All such monies 

received by us will be deposited as required by law. Any money paid to a 

travel agent where land arrangements and fl ights are booked together is 

held by the travel agent on behalf of Contiki 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 RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 

1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of £60, per person per tour 

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 tour, 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. 

1.4 Inca Trail Trek If you wish to book a tour including the Inca Trail Trek 

you will be required to make an additional deposit at the time of booking. 

Your reservations agent will advise you of the additional amount required. 

Should Contiki be unable to obtain a trail pass for the date requested your 

additional deposit will be refunded in full. 

2. PAYING THE BALANCE 

2.1 The balance of the holiday price must be paid by no later than 45 

days before the scheduled holiday departure date from your home 

country which shall be by the due date stated on the confi rmation issued 

to you by Contiki. When making multi-tour bookings, full payment is 

due no later than 45 days before scheduled departure date of the fi rst 

departing tour. 

2.2 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Contiki may assume that you 

have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordance with clause 3 

below will be levied by Contiki. 

2.3 Tickets and other documents will not be forwarded until full payment 

has been received by us. 

2.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days of your departure 

from your home country, the full cost of the holiday will be payable 

immediately on booking and we reserve the right to provide all travel 

documents at the holiday departure point. 

2.5 Contiki reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation 

charges should payments not be received within the above specifi ed periods. 

3. IF YOU CANCEL 

3.1 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 FEE 

More than 45 days notice: Deposit is forfeited 

45-22 days 25% of tour fare 

21-8 days: 30% of tour fare 

7-1 days: 50% of tour fare 

Day of departure: 100% of tour fare 

Where 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. 

3.4 Any cancellation of additional services booked prior to and after 

your tour booking, such as pre and post accommodation and transfers, 

that are cancelled within 14 days of the tour departure incur a 100% 

cancellation fee. 

3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that 

may be levied by your Travel Agent. 

4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 

4.1 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. 

4.2 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. 

4.3 A name change to a different person will be treated as a cancellation. 

5. HOLIDAY DETAILS AND CONDITIONS 

5.1 Please read the brochure carefully for those items included in the 

price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodation, 

excursions, etc. that you elect not to take, or when museums, shops, 

etc are closed. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may 

vary in style. 

5.2 Contiki’s holidays are 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. 

5.3 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 tour, or for the quality of 

the care or services received. 

5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the 

point of commencement/conclusion of the holiday. 

5.5.1 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. 

5.5.2 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 Tour Manager as soon as it is discovered. 

5.5.3 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 tour. Passengers agree not to hold the Company or any of its related 

entities liable for any actions taken under these terms and conditions. 

5.6 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. 

5.7 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 tour (including accommodation, 

meals, fl ights and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at 

your own expense. 

5.8 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. 

5.9 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. 

5.10.1 The contract and all matters arising in respect hereof shall be 

subject to Guernsey Law, unless we agree otherwise in writing. 

5.10.2 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. 

5.10.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you 

agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney/client costs. 

6. INSURANCE 

It is compulsory to take out comprehensive insurance cover for 

cancellation, personal injury, death, medical expenses, repatriation 

expenses and evacuation expenses before you travel on a Contiki 

holiday. We strongly recommend your insurance also covers cancellation, 

personal liability and loss of personal property. 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 and 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. Contiki cannot be held responsible for your failure to take out 

appropriate insurance. You also agree to indemnify us against all thirdparty 

claims, actions, damages and remedies which may be brought 

against us in respect of your participation in the holiday. 

7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM 

In the event of your withdrawal from a holiday after the commencement as 

a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certifi cate in support of any 

insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the tour. 

8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE: 

Airfares to and from your holiday destination (unless you have booked a 

tour and fl y package), airport taxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, 

laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips 

to Tour Managers & Tour Drivers, items of a personal nature, excess 

baggage and optional excursions. 

9. WEATHER CONDITIONS 

Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather 

conditions, nor can any holiday be cancelled or amended by you at any 

time on the basis of snow or weather conditions. 

10. LUGGAGE RESTRICTIONS 

Luggage 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 tour. 

GENERAL 

1. CONTRACTING PARTIES 

1.1 The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract 

between you and Contiki. No representation, term, warranty or 

condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, 

advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing 

by a duly authorised offi cer or director of Contiki. 

1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating company. At any time 

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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 tour 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 

5.3 under Holiday Details & Conditions). 

1.5 Please note that no airline or carrier depicted or recommended in 

this brochure by virtue of their endorsement of this brochure represent 

themselves either as contracting with any purchaser of a holiday from 

Contiki or as having any other legal relationship with any such purchaser. 

1.6 Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of 

going to print, however Contiki cannot be held responsible for printing or 

typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances. 

2. ARBITRATION 

Disputes 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 twelve 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. VALIDITY 

The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid from June 2012 

to May 2014. 

4. OPERATING COMPANIES 

The programmes advertised in this brochure are operated by: Contiki US 

Holdings Inc, 801 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA, 92805, for the South 

America tours on p.18-23 & 26-31. Journey Mexico, Francisco Medina 

Ascencio #2039, Interior #205, Puerto Vallarta Jalisco CP 48333 Mexico, 

for the Mexico tours on p.33-37. Galakiwi, Charles Darwin Avenue, Puerto 

Baquerizo Morena, San Cristobal, Galapagos Islands Ecuador, for the 

Galapagos & Ecuador tour on p.24-25 & Costa Rican Trails, PO Box 2907- 

1000, San Jose C.R for the Costa Rica tour on p.40-41. 

IMPORTANT NOTICE: 

ABTA statement: Contiki Holidays Ltd are 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 STATEMENT 

Please 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 ADVICE 

For 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 March 2012 and supersedes any 

other current brochure in the market.

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Australia & 

New Zealand 

See more with Contiki 

Call: 020 8290 6422 

Click: contiki.com 

Email: travel@contiki.com 

Visit: your local travel agent 

UK Marketing 

Contiki Services Ltd. Wells House, 15 Elmfield Rd, Bromley, Kent, BR1 1LS. 

Tel: (020) 8290 6777 Fax: (020) 8225 4222 

Brochure Hotline: Call 0870 333 4884 or 

Download/view: at contiki.com/ebrochures 

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. 

© Copyright 2012. All rights reserved. Printed in UK. 

Contiki provides you with holidays & experiences of a lifetime. 

Asia Europe 

Winter 

Call Contiki or visit your travel agent 

USA, Canada 

& Mexico 

Great value round the world flights, combined with Contiki’s sweet deals means you can see more for less. So take advantage of our exceptional multi-tour 

savings & great flight deals & keep exploring. Heading to Latin America from the UK? Book a round the world ticket & stop off on one of our USA & Canada, Australia, 

New Zealand or Asia trips. Speak to your travel agent for details on round the world tickets & ways to see more with Contiki. 

Groups & special interest tours 

• At the time of booking you must pay a non refundable deposit of £60 per 

person per tour within 7 days. 

• Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send either you or your 

travel agent confirmation of the details of the booking. 

• You must pay the balance of your holiday no less than 45 days before 

the departure date or at the time of booking if less than 45 days before 

departure. 

• Contiki will then send you or your travel agent travel vouchers and 

detailed information about your holiday. The documentation will be sent 

approximately 21 days prior to your departure. 

IMPORTANT: By paying the £60 deposit per person per tour, you 

acknowledge that you have read and understood the Booking Conditions as 

set out on p.43 which make up the contract between you and Contiki. 

Whether you’re looking to organise a group tour to Europe, North America, Central America, Latin America, Asia, Australia or New Zealand then please have a 

look at the huge range of tours in our brochures. It is more than likely that at least one of our trips will fit perfectly. As long as you are all 18-35, any date can be 

reserved exclusively for your group at special reduced rates – perhaps even a free trip for you. If you’re looking for something completely different for your school, 

university or club then just ask – we’ve been designing and running outstanding special tours for years. 

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