Itinerary - Contiki

08/09 

Europe 

winter tours 

+ ski & snowboarding

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Welcome to 

Winter in Europe! 

Winter is a whole different experience in Europe – it’s totally magical! 

There are less crowds, it’s great value, and you can enjoy yourself at a more 

relaxed pace – getting to know the ‘real’ Europe and it’s locals. 

SKI AUSTRIA 

Contiki also offers packages to ski or board at Hopfgarten, a traditional 

European village located in the heart of the Austrian Tyrol Mountains. 

It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner, advanced, or somewhere in 

between, there’s non-stop downhill fun all day and cosy après ski 

atmosphere in Contiki’s exclusive Chalet accommodation every night. 

Ring of 

Kerry 

Galway 

S.IRELAND 

N.IRELAND 

Dublin 

Blarney 

PORTUGAL 

Seville 

Glasgow 

SPAIN 

SCOTLAND 

WALES ENGLAND 

Madrid 

Cordoba 

Granada 

Loch Ness 

Liverpool 

Costa del Sol 

Gibraltar 

Edinburgh 

Oxford 

London 

Dover 

English Channel 

Loire 

Valencia 

York 

Seine 

FRANCE 

Barcelona 

Calais 

Paris 

NETHERLANDS 

Amsterdam 

Avignon 

BELGIUM 

Lyon 

Rhone 

Mediterranean Sea 

Rhine 

Po 

Elbe 

GERMANY 

SWITZ 

Cinque 

Terre 

Monaco 

French 

Riviera 

Rhine Valley 

Lucerne 

Milan 

Verona 

Pisa 

Danube 

Berlin 

Dresden 

Heidelberg Prague 

Munich 

Liechtenstein 

Venice 

Florence 

CZECH REP. 

SLOVAKIA 

ITALY 

Vatican 

City 

EGYPT 

AUSTRIA 

Tyrol 

Giza 

SLOVENIA 

Rome 

The Nile 

Luxor 

Aswan 

Lake Nassar 

Baltic Sea 

Vienna 

Cairo 

POLAND 

Pompeii 

Sorrento 

Isle of 

Capri 

Bratislava 

Budapest 

HUNGARY 

Danube

CONTENTS 

CONTENTS 

WHY CHOOSE CONTIKI 

Why Travel Contiki? 4-5 

Choosing Your Trip 6 

Free Time & Optional Extras 7 

Make A Difference 8 

contiki.com 9 

Juicy Deals & Winter Offer 10 

Check Out London 11 

The Basement 11 

Where You Stay 12 

Stay Longer 13 

THE HOLIDAYS WE OFFER 

Multi-Country Europe: Duration Page 

European Magic 9 Days 14-15 

European Discovery 12 Days 16-17 

European Encounter 16 Days 18-19 

European Inspiration 19 Days 20-21 

European Vista 21 Days 22-23 

Winter Wanderer 24 Days 24-25 

Regional Europe: Duration Page 

London & Paris 7 or 9 Days 26/27 

London, Paris + Amsterdam 9 Days 27 

London, Paris + Rome 10 Days 27 

Berlin to Budapest 11 Days 28 

Berlin, Prague + Vienna 9 Days 29 

Berlin & Prague 7 Days 29 

Vienna & Budapest 5 Days 29 

Great Britain 8 Days 30 

Italian Espresso 8 Days 31 

Simply Italy 12 Days 32-33 

Mediterranean Highlights 13 Days 34-35 

Spanish Spree 12 Days 36 

Egypt & the Nile 8 Days 37 

Ski Europe: Duration Page 

Ski Austria Hopfgarten 7/14 Days 38-40 

HOW TO BOOK 

Departure Points & Questions and Answers 41-42 

Booking Conditions 43 

How to Book, Group Bookings, Special Groups 44 

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Why Choose Contiki? 

We don’t just offer a destination, we deliver an experience! 

Our reputation 

Every year, young travellers from across the globe choose to holiday with 

Contiki for the experience of a lifetime – discovering far off places and 

exotic cultures. For over 46 years, these young travellers have trusted us to 

show them the world and we’re still going strong. 

Everyone’s 18-35 

Are you ready to live it up and meet heaps of other young, like-minded 

travellers from across the globe? On Contiki, everyone’s 18 to 35 so there 

are always great fun and interesting people to hang-out with if you want to. 

It doesn’t matter if you’re a solo or tandem traveller – clear your address 

book because it’s going to be full by the time you get home. 

Great staff and superb transport 

Our young, professional staff are the dependable, knowledgeable travel 

partners you don’t want to leave home without. Kick back and enjoy the 

ultimate road trip in the most modern fleet of comfortable air-conditioned 

vehicles. 

Hassle free and easy 

Don’t waste time trying to find the next place to stay or how to get there, 

with Contiki you can stress less, enjoy more and let our expert staff show 

you their secrets to a hassle free holiday. And forget busy train stations and 

overcrowded public buses, you can chill out and enjoy the ride on one of 

our modern, comfortable coaches. 

Freedom and flexibility 

Want to travel with a dynamic group, but also have the opportunity to do 

your own thing? No problems, we’ve struck a perfect balance that gives 

you plenty of free-time to do whatever you want. 

Fun and immerse yourself in different cultures 

The fun of travelling is meeting new people, seeing new places and 

experiencing new cultures. Our trips are designed to let you explore the 

culture, enjoy the food, view the sights, experience the traditions and mix 

with the locals. 

THE THE ORIGINAL... 

ORIGINAL... 

& The Best! 

In 1961, at just 22 and after six 

months living in London, New 

Zealander John Anderson 

decided it was time to discover 

Europe. Not wanting to travel 

alone, he decided to buy a 

minivan, get a group together 

and spend the summer travelling 

across the continent. 

A couple of weeks later, John 

hit the road with 11 complete 

strangers, all aged between 19-29, in search of 

adventure. After six weeks travelling from country to country, creating 

unforgettable memories and long lasting friendships, the group returned 

to London. 

To satisfy his growing appetite for travel and adventure, the following summer 

John organised 2 more 6 week trips and Contiki Holidays 

was “born”. 

“First Contiki tour - Cologne 1961” 

With Contiki you won’t break the bank 

Contiki’s travel packages are stuffed full of value, which means you’ll have a 

lot more left over for life’s little luxuries like shopping, dining and extra 

sightseeing. A lot cheaper than doing it yourself, we make quality travel 

affordable, plus you get to pay for it in your own currency so you know what 

it’s going to cost. Compare us with the price of doing it on your own to see 

our unbeatable value. 

No worries 

When you book a Contiki tour you have the 

security of booking through a company 

that’s not only a Bonded Member of many 

Tour Operator Associations around the 

world, but also has a worldwide reputation 

for reliability and high quality standards. 

Don’t take our 

word for it 

See what our past passengers 

say about their experience on our 

message boards 

www.contiki.com.au/forums

Hopfgarten 

The Contiki 

Menu 

Trying new food and 

letting your tummy take 

over is half the fun of 

visiting a new country. 

No trip would be complete without sampling at least a few of the local 

delicacies like escargot in Paris, goulash in Hungary and fondue in Switzerland. 

And with a virtual, all-you-can-eat smorgasbord of scrumptious 

international cuisine, we promise Europe’s kitchens and street vendors will 

leave you begging for more. 

Providing breakfast and many dinners, we’ll make sure you get your fill of 

fresh, seasonal produce but still give you the opportunity to indulge in 

mouthwatering meals at local eateries in your free time. 

Mix it up with our special optional dinners and free evenings, so you can 

tuck into a Tuscan feast or wash down a spicy paella with a glass of 

sangria in Spain – there’s a huge variety to choose from. 

Some tour operators include lunch. We have the experience to know that 

this doesn’t work. You’ve told us you prefer being out and about, sampling 

the local delights as well as maximising your free time and enjoyment, 

rather than scrambling back for a communal lunch. So we’ve listened and 

are happy to leave lunch to you. 

Please Note: If you have any special dietary requests please make these known at the time of 

booking. Although we’ll bend over backwards to make sure it happens, standards can 

sometimes vary from place to place. Unfortunately we can’t be held responsible for local meals 

that don’t meet your exact requirements. It’s all part of the adventure! 

For more information refer to: www.contiki.com.au/contikiexperience 

Charging on the go! 

Flat batteries are no longer an excuse for missing out 

on a great photo, because we’ve fitted the vast 

majority of our coaches (excluding regional tours of 

Italy, Spain & Egypt) with charging units. 

And you’ll never have to worry about going cold 

turkey just because your ipod or mp3 player died 

minutes after you hit the highway. Just don’t forget 

to bring your Europe and UK plug adaptors. 

Also, if you want to send brag-mail to your friends 

and family stuck at home, there are plenty of Internet cafés across Europe 

that will help you rub it in. 

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Europe in Winter 

We don’t hibernate during winter and neither 

should you, so pack your warm winter woollies 

and discover a magical, snow-covered Europe on 

one of our many great-value winter itineraries. 

Choose from 2 trip types 

in Winter with Contiki 

Multi-Country trips 

If you’ve got the time, we’ve got the itinerary - don’t settle for visiting 

just one country or only a handful of cities when you can experience 

the very best of Europe on one of our go anywhere, see everything 

Multi-country trips. 

Multi-country trips generally start in London. From Spain to Austria, 

Italy to France and everything in between – discover the amazing 

country-to-country differences with these far-reaching trips. Visiting 

hundreds of must-see destinations in many diverse and captivating 

countries, you’ll definitely also have free-time to explore the natural 

beauty and famous icons of each city. 

Visit contiki.com.au/multi-country for more. 

Christmas market 

- Berlin 

Top 5 reasons to travel 

this Winter! 

1. Airfares are cheaper in the off-season - up to 50% off! Spend 

a little less to get there, but enjoy a little more when you do. 

2.Less crowds means less time waiting in queues. 

3.Have fun in the snow, skiing and snowboarding, and the après 

ski in Europe is truly unique. 

4.Stop dreaming of a White Christmas…and experience one! 

5.Cultural events come alive in winter plus there’s the 

Christmas markets, festivals and carnivals. 

In-Depth Regional trips 

It’s all about focus! If you’re fascinated by a particular country or area – cure 

your curiosity with one of our In-depth Regional trips. They’re also perfect if 

you’re short on time. Take your time to unlock a country’s best kept secrets, 

cultures and customs - venture off the beaten track, see how the locals live 

and discover where they eat and shop. 

In-depth Regional trips give you extra freedom to explore some of the most 

fantastic of Europe’s cities and countries. You'll have 3 nights in many cities, 

allowing you an extra day to explore the city further. 

Starting and ending in many major European cities, you’ll be able to make big 

savings on your flights. There are loads of low cost airlines to take you from 

city to city and make the most of your time. 

Visit contiki.com.au/regional for more. 

More London 

Anyone? 

For the tours that start or end in London, 

it’s a great place to hang out a little longer 

– with a buzzing local scene and loads 

of amazing icons to visit. 

Check Out Our London packages are 

highlighted on page 11. 

Celebrate 

New Years! 

Check the date chart on 

each itinerary to see 

where you could be 

celebrating New Year’s 

Eve this year!

Your Free Time 

Here’s just a taste of what 

you can get up to 

We know everyone is different, so in your free time you’ll have a choice to 

enhance your itinerary with Contiki’s ‘Optional Activities and Evenings Out’. 

Based on what our past travellers have asked for, they’re called Optionals as 

you have a choice to opt in or opt out and do exactly as you wish. 

Our exciting optional activities are the stuff memories are made of and will 

instantly transform your fantastic European holiday into an unforgettable 

experience. 

There’s something for everyone, our extras blend culture and adventure and 

include everything from a Spanish flamenco show, to a gondola ride in Venice 

or even a cabaret show in Paris. 

You’ll be amazed how much free-time you’ll have with Contiki - we’ve found 

the perfect mix of sightseeing and free time, allowing you the flexibility to 

create your trip of a lifetime. 

And because the choice is yours - do as much, or as little as you like. 

What’s on offer and how much does it cost? 

On each itinerary page, you'll find a 'FREE TIME' box with a sample of the 

Optional Activities offered on tour. So you know about them in advance and to 

help you budget, a complete list is available on our website - go to 

www.contiki.com.au/europe - click on the tour you're interested in, then click 

on the 'Optional Excursions' button. There you'll find descriptions of each 

Optional Activity, prices and some additional web links. 

A complete Optional list with pricing will also come with your final documents. 

When do I choose and how do I pay? 

Optionals are arranged and paid for on tour, not beforehand. By leaving 

the final decisions until then, you'll have the following benefits: 

You’ll be able to choose what interests you, at the same time as your 

new friends. 

You'll get great value, as we’ve negotiated the best rates for each Optional. 

An experienced Tour Manager who'll offer you personal advice as well as 

take care of all the arrangements. 

Some activities are seasonal whilst others are weather dependent. 

So deciding on tour, rather than before, makes sense. This will make your 

holiday hassle-free, better value and more enjoyable, ensuring greater fun, 

bigger laughs and better stories. Payment will be made on tour and can be made 

by cash (Euro, Swiss Franc or US$) only. 

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ 

Some of these activities involve outdoor adventure and can be physically demanding, so 

there’s always an element of risk. You should make your own decisions about these activities 

and only participate in activities that you feel comfortable you can handle. It’s also a good idea 

to check that your insurance includes your participation in adventure activities. 

Here’s some of the activities on offer 

Fun dinners in Monaco, 

Barcelona, Florence, Amsterdam 

Paris Cabaret Show 

Spanish Flamenco Show 

Guided tour of Ancient & 

Imperial Rome 

Gondola Ride in Venice 

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Schnaps Museum & Tasting in Vienna 

Concert in Vienna 

Rhine Valley Wine Tasting 

Guided tour of Pompeii 

Amsterdam Canal Cruise 

For further information refer to: 

www.contiki.com.au/contikiexperience 

Gondola Ride - Venice 

Rome tour Flamenco show Schnaps Museum Dinner in Florence 

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Make a Difference 

Travelling with Contiki is an adventure – new places, amazing people and what’s 

even better is that we can do our bit to protect the planet along the way so that 

those who follow will also have plenty to enjoy. 

Our Conservation Foundation 

Contiki has made a significant commitment to the environment by being a part of establishing The Leading 

Travel Companies of the World Conservation Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation that helps people 

and places in need. Our group of companies is donating US$1 million per year to fund much-needed 

conservation, community and sustainable tourism projects that will help create and sustain a better world. 

The Foundation’s panel of expert sustainable tourism and conservation advisors, will help select a number of 

projects annually to ensure every single dollar goes to projects that will truly make a difference. Visit 

contiki.com.au/responsibletravel for more information on our Foundation. 

We’re a greener way to travel 

Contiki’s coaches are one of the most environmentally friendly ways to travel so you can breathe easy that your 

footprint will be a little lighter too. Contiki’s coaches are among the best in Europe and by continually updating 

our fleet we ensure that not only do you travel in style but that our engines are fuel efficient & environmentally 

friendly too. You’ll be happy to know coach travel emits less carbon emissions and other harmful greenhouse 

gases per passenger than most other forms of transport including cars or trains. Check out the facts… 

CO2 emissions in kilograms per passenger per journey: 

Mode of transport Kilograms of CO 2 per passenger km 

Car* 0.1330 

Air 0.1313 

Rail 0.0602 

Coach** 0.0227 

Source: DEFRA Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Conversion Figures June 2007 

http://www.defra.gov.uk/environment/business/envrp/pdf/conversion-factors.pdf 

* Car assumes national average of 1.56 people per car. ** Assumes average of 36 passengers 

UK statistics used to accurately reflect our tours, the majority of which are operated in the UK and Europe. 

Travel carbon neutral and reduce your footprint 

There is a lot you can do to make a difference while traveling. Small things like switching off air-conditioning 

and taking shorter showers can save both energy & water. Or refilling your drink bottle instead of buying a new 

one each day – it all adds up! 

You can choose to travel carbon neutral and offset the carbon emissions from your flight, accommodation or 

tour, or all of the above! By paying a small contribution, you’ll be supporting sustainable energy projects that 

work to reduce the harmful greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. See www.contiki.com.au/responsibletravel 

for more on offsetting your travel. 

Contiki’s committed to making a difference 

We’re working with our hotel and various other partners around the world to continue to find ways to save energy 

and reduce resource consumption and waste. 

Not only do we think globally, but we act locally within our regional offices with initiatives such as introducing 

comprehensive recycling schemes and being proactive with educating our staff how they can ‘make a difference’ to 

the environment both at work and at home. 

One exciting program we have launched in 2008 is our Staff Volunteer Program where Contiki encourages each team 

member to select a charity of their choice and gives them 2 work days per year to get out there and lend a hand. 

Our Company believes and is committed to the ecological and economical use of raw material and the re-use of 

existing resources. This brochure has been printed on environmentally friendly paper certified by Programme 

for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes (PEFC) meaning the pulp used for its production 

originates from well managed forests and other controlled sources. Our Web offset 

printers conform to the ISO14001 Environmental Management Standard. 

Please either pass this brochure on to 

someone else when finished, or recycle it. 

Stonehenge - England 

Colosseum - Rome 

Hopfgarten - Austria

What’s on contiki.com? 

There are 3 things you can’t leave home without – your passport, your spending money and a visit to Contiki’s 

website. Wired with loads of cutting edge features, it’s a fun and interactive travel planning site that will help you 

save heaps of time and money organising your overseas adventure. 

Want to know more and be kept 

up to date? 

The Contiki Experience 

Minimovie 

Live the Contiki experience online through the eyes of two Contiki travellers 

at www.contiki.com.au/minimovie. Our awesome mini-movie follows their 

adventures across Europe and the USA. 

Contikipedia 

You’ve heard of Wikipedia, right? Well, this is our very own wiki stuffed full 

of everything you ever wanted to know about the Contiki experience. 

Written by our Tour Managers, it is a must-check travel ‘bible’ on all things 

Contiki and gives you loads of important, insider-only travel tips about 

Contiki trips and ‘life on the road’. 

www.contiki.com.au/contikipedia 

Connect Now 

Contiki Forums 

Don’t wait until you leave for your trip to meet other Contiki travellers, get in 

early and chat online before you head off on Contiki’s message boards. 

It’s also a great place to ask questions to Contiki passengers or our 

experienced tour managers. Plus it’s excellent for staying in touch once you 

get home. 

www.contiki.com.au/forums 

My Trip Journal 

Forget hard to read travel diaries – share your up-to-the-minute travel yarns 

with friends and family back home as they happen on the road with the 

My Trip Journal tool. 

www.contiki.com.au/mytripjournal 

Need a hand hunting down the 

perfect holiday? 

Trip Finder 

Our Trip Finder will point you in the right direction – it sorts by lots of 

different categories like departure date, price range and destination to make 

your choice super easy. 

www.contiki.com.au/tripfinder 

My Trips 

If you still can’t decide where to go and what to do, the My Trips tool lets 

you save all the best bits about each destination like itineraries and articles 

– so you can think about it, take your time to make a decision and look 

over your plans later. 

www.contiki.com.au/mytrips 

Other Cool Stuff 

Deals & Offers 

If you want to cash in on the latest deals and exclusive offers, contiki.com 

is the place to search for an unbelievable bargain. 

Join Contiki eNews 

Keep your finger on the pulse and join Contiki eNews - our monthly email 

newsletter that's full of interesting and exciting features like travel tips, 

competitions, giveaways, trip reviews, polls, plus more. 

And if that isn't enough, from time to time we'll send you excellent deals 

and member-only offers to save you loads of money. 

www.contiki.com.au/enews 

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Winter Air + Tour Deal 

Save up to A$100* off the cost of your trip 

Save up to $100* when you book your tour and airfares with Contiki 

flying Qantas or British Airways. 

Fares are available to London or one of many fantastic European 

gateway cities. 

Check out contiki.com.au/winter or see your travel agent for more! 

Want to save more? Then combine this offer with any of Contiki’s Juicy 

Deals below. 

Conditions: 

*Deposit due within 7 days of booking. Pay in full by 31 July 2008. For all new bookings made between 23 June 2008 – 31 July 

2008 for Europe Winter brochured tours departing from 01 November 2008 until 31 March 2009. Valid for tours from Contiki 

Holidays 08/09 Winter brochure. Not available in conjunction with the following tour options: any tour of 7 days or less, Ski 

Austria, Special Departure tours Short Break city packages. Discount applies to tour price when booked with specified air. 

Savings apply to one tour per air fare purchased. Return economy QF/BA Q class fares between Australia and Europe must be 

purchased in conjunction with specified Contiki departures. Please note strict TTL’s apply. This offer is combinable with other 

Contiki brochured Juicy Deals see brochure or contiki.com.au/deals. Booking, payment & cancellation conditions apply as per 

Contiki’s Europe Winter 08/09 brochure see contiki.com.au/winter for full details. 

Juicy Deals 

How to cut the cost of your holiday even more... 

With our Juicy Deals you could save up to A$179 or even better, get a 

group of 10 friends together and you could travel FREE! 

Early Payment Discounts 

Offer #1: Save up to A$179 off the cost of your tour 

when you book and pay in full at least 6 months prior to departure. 

Offer #2: Save up to A$89 

off the cost of your tour when you book 

and pay in full at least 4 months prior 

to departure. 

Look out for the early payment discount 

symbol on each tour page. 

Gold Seal Protection 

EARLY 

PAYMENT 

DISCOUNT 

SAVE UP TO A$179 

Peace of Mind Insurance for just A$89. 

Contiki's Gold Seal gives you the option to cancel your tour for any reason, 

prior to departing Australia. Gold Seal also allows you to leave your Contiki 

holiday early for personal reasons or illness with a refund of A$40 for each 

unused day of your tour. In addition, Gold Seal covers any extra air ticket 

costs should you need to return home early. See page 42 for details. 

Price Guarantee 

As soon as Contiki has received your deposit, the land tour price confirmed to 

you by Contiki reservations is guaranteed so book and pay your deposit as 

early as possible! It gives you the best choice and could save you money. Only 

Government action can change the price you pay. See page 43 for full details. 

Save 

Hurry! 

Book and pay 

in full by 

31 July 

2008 

$$$’s 

Group Discounts 

Funky 4 - Save 5% 

Our ‘Funky 4’ discount means a 5% saving per person when 

4 or more people book at the same time on the same trip. 

Super 7 - Discount Save 7.5% 

Book a group of 7 people travelling on the same holiday at the 

same time and get a 7.5% discount per person. 

Travel Free - Save $$$’s 

Experience Contiki’s Europe with a group of 10 friends booked on 

the same trip at the same time and the 11th person travels free. 

Alternatively, everyone in your group gets 10% off. 

NB. All discounts apply to land tour price only. Funky 4, 

Super 7, Travel Free and Mix and Match multiple tour offers 

cannot be combined. 

Multiple Tour 

Discount 

Save A$50. Book two Contiki 

holidays, at least seven days long at 

the same time from this, or any other 

Contiki brochure and get A$50 off 

the cost of the second holiday.

Check Out London 

2 & 4 night packages in 

one of the world’s most 

vibrant cities 

from A$295 

Our exclusive 2 & 4 night breaks offer you a choice between 

Contiki’s two centrally located London hotels and includes a 

value-packed collection of extras and excursions 

guaranteed to make sure you enjoy your London stay - 

we’ve taken care of all the organising. The days/dates allow 

you the flexibility to fit a London package around your tour. 

Book through your travel agent when you choose your 

Contiki holiday. 

Contiki gives you the perfect opportunity to experience 

London at your own pace. 

All this included 

Accommodation at the hotel of your choice (see descriptions 

on page 13). 

Continental breakfast daily. 

Return transfer from Heathrow airport to central London by 

underground tube. 

Open-top bus sightseeing tour including Buckingham Palace, 

Tower of London and St Paul’s Cathedral. 

Theatre tickets (stalls or dress circle) to one of a selection of 

London shows. 

Services of Contiki representatives at the Royal National Hotel. 

Free Contiki ‘Welcome to London’ information booklet. 

Plus for 4 nights 

Special 3-day London Underground & Bus Travel Pass. This 

can be validated to commence on a date convenient to you. 

Day excursion including entrance to Stonehenge plus guided 

tour of Roman Baths, Bath. You choose the day for this 

excursion to fit in with your travel plans whilst in the UK. 

For a more detailed itinerary refer to: 

www.contiki.com.au/london 

Check in and chill out at Contiki’s 

Arriving in London can be a huge challenge. Colourful, cosmopolitan and 

always buzzing, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s why Contiki 

created ‘The Basement’, a friendly space for you to hang out, get your 

bearings and make use of our range of helpful services. 

The Basement is at the Royal National Hotel on Bedford Way and is open 

7 days a week from 11am to 7pm in winter, 1st October to 30th April and 

offers a range of services such as: 

Team of friendly Contiki Customer Services Representatives ready to 

help or take any tour bookings 

Tickets for day trips and London sightseeing 

Booking of Pre and Post London accommodation 

Internet Café 

Games Room 

Chill out lounge 

Client mail facility 

Long & short term luggage storage 

For more information refer to: 

www.contiki.com.au/contikiexperience 

Commencing Daily Daily Daily Daily 

Royal National Hotel 

Triple Share with facilities 

Twin share with facilities 

Imperial Hotel 

Twin Share with facilities 

Single with facilities 

(1 Sep ‘08 - 31 Oct ‘08) 

2 Nights 4 Nights 

M3LSR M5LSR 

A$319 A$679 

A$359 A$765 

M3LSI M5LSI 

A$405 A$845 

A$499 A$1015 

(1 Nov ‘08 - 20 Mar ‘09) 

2 Nights 4 Nights 

M3LSR M5LSR 

A$295 A$649 

A$325 A$705 

M3LSI M5LSI 

A$379 A$799 

A$439 A$919 

London! 

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Where You Stay 

What can you expect from a 

Contiki hotel? 

We use Superior Tourist Class hotels throughout 

Europe. The focus is on location and quality coupled 

with our commitment to value for money. You’ll never 

be far from the heart of the action and the main city 

sights in our hotels. As a special treat in certain cities 

you will enjoy something really special...see below. 

Where you stay 

Choice hotels and resorts 

When staying in Europe’s capitals location is all important. We’ve chosen 

Superior Tourist Class hotels throughout the continent meaning you’ll be 

right where you want to be – close to the life and colour of the city centre 

and surrounded by a unique array of sights and sounds. 

Keeping the holiday feeling 

Relax in style – our hotels are there to make sure you never forget you’re on 

holiday. After a day of exploring and adventure there’s no better way to 

unwind than chilling out in the restaurant or bar. All our rooms come 

complete with private facilities and a selection of modern conveniences. 

More than a trip 

In addition to all this, we offer you the chance to spend the night at one of 

our unique night-stops located across Europe. Imagine spending the night 

on a Swiss mountain top, in a Four Star Plus resort or on a Nile cruise... 

hard we know, guess you have to be there! 

Don’t forget ski 

On ski hoidays you stay in a traditional Gasthof in the heart of the Austrian Tyrol. 

Idyllic, great value and close to the best skiing. For more details see p.38-40 

Hotel Kyriad Centre 

Port, Nice 

Ibis Wenceslas Square - Prague 

Hotel Regent 

- Rome 

Mt Pilatus 

Eventhotel Pyramide 

Special hotels and resorts 

Mount Pilatus 

At an elevation of some 2,100m (6890ft) above sea level, towering above 

the beautiful city of Lucerne, is Europe’s highest hotel – the Bellevue. 

From the top of Mt Pilatus, there’s a rare opportunity to view awe-inspiring 

panoramas: the Swiss Alps form a breathtaking backdrop to the sensational 

surrounding lakeland region. 

How do you reach the Bellevue, Mt Pilatus? Take a romantic gondola ride 

above the Alpine meadows before changing to the aerial cable-car for a 

final thrilling trip to the summit. Unforgettable! 

Eventhotel Pyramide, Vienna 

The inspired Eventhotel Pyramide is an attraction in itself. This gigantic 

glass pyramid is set in lavish landscaped gardens only 25 minutes from 

central Vienna. 

Relax and enjoy deluxe rooms with stereo radio, satellite TV and luxury 

bathrooms or simply spend your time being pampered in the ‘wellness’ centre. 

Its sauna, steam baths and massages will be sure to keep you refreshed. 

Surrounded by shops, restaurants and bars as well as boasting a free on-site 

internet facility, your stay in Austria will be everything but stressful! 

Room to share? 

TRIPLE SHARE: A combination of 2 and 3 bedded rooms. 

TWIN SHARE: Guaranteed twin bedded rooms every night 

SINGLE: A room to yourself every night (limited numbers available on 

certain tours) 

ON YOUR OWN: Nearly half our clients travel alone so don’t stress – you 

can share with a same-sex room mate and stay on the twin or triple-share 

rate regardless.

Stay Longer 

Why not spend a few extra days in Europe before or after your tour? We’ve negotiated special 

rates for you to take advantage of. 

London Berlin Madrid 

Royal National Hotel (Tourist Class) 

Bedford Way, London WC1. 

Tel: +44 020 7637 2488 

It doesn’t get more central than this. With 

West End theatres, Soho nightlife and 

Oxford Street shopping all a ten-minute 

walk away, the Royal National is the ideal 

place to base yourself in London. 

With all the conveniences you’d expect of 

a large Tourist Class hotel, it offers 

comfortable rooms with private facilities. 

Twin-share A$89 Triple-share A$65 

(1/10/08-31/10/08) 

Twin-share A$79 Triple-share A$65 

(1/11/08-20/3/09) 

Imperial Hotel (Superior Tourist Class) 

Russell Square, London WC1. 

Tel: +44 020 7837 3655 

Just around the corner from the Royal 

National Hotel, the Imperial is a perfect 

base with friendly, personal service and a 

This accommodation can be arranged at 

the same time you book your Contiki tour 

with your travel agent or with Contiki. These 

particular hotels mentioned are subject to 

availablitliy, Contiki will provide an similar 

alternative if needed upon your arrival 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Rooms are only 

available for a maximum of 2 consecutive 

nights in all the hotels except Rome where 

only 1 night may be booked. 

All rates are per person per night and 

include continental breakfast. (Except 

London which does not include breakfast). 

All rooms have private facilities. 

Full payment is required 45 days before 

the first night’s accommodation. 

relaxed atmosphere. It is slightly quieter 

than the Roya l National and offers a 

choice of restaurants and bars. All the 

rooms are extremely comfortable with 

private facilities, TV, telephone & radio. 

Please note: Clients booking the Imperial Hotel 

may occasionally be located at the adjacent 

President or Bedford Hotels, which are of an 

equal standard. 

Single A$155 Twin-share A$105 

(1/10/08-31/10/08) 


(1/11/08-20/3/09) 

Guests of the Royal National & Imperial 

Hotels (including the President & Bedford) 

are able to enjoy the use of a Leisure 

Centre comprising Gym, Aerobic Studio, 

Swimming Pool, Sauna, Steam Room and 

Jacuzzi at concessionary rates. 

NB: Usually a room booked in a London hotel is 

available at 2.00pm on the first date booked. For 

rates from 21/03/09 onwards please contact 

Contiki Reservations. 

Cancellation within 14 days of the first 

night’s ccommodation incurs 100% 

cancellation charges. 

Any amendment to a hotel booking will 

incur an administrative charge of A$35. 

Rates for all accommodation shown here 

only apply to Contiki clients booking extra 

accommodation directly before and/or 

after their tour. 

If two people are sharing a room then 

they must both make their booking at the 

same time. 

Individual travellers must book a single 

room in all cities except London, where if 

you require you can book a twin or tripleshare 

room & we will match you up to 

share with someone of the same sex. 

BERLIN TO BUDAPEST (WWIT, WWBV 

& WWBP) PRE TOUR ONLY 

Best Western City Ost, Frankfurter 

Allee 57-59, Berlin, 10247 Germany 

Tel: +49 (0) 3072022100 

A modern hotel located in the trendy 

Friedrichshain district of Berlin – a short 

tram ride from Alexanderplatz and 

museum island. All rooms are equipped 

with satellite TV, air-conditioning 

and telephone. 


Except: 

Single A$249 Twin-Share A$159 

(29-12/08-3/1/2009) 

Cairo 

EGYPT & THE NILE (WTEG) PRE & 

POST TOUR 

Oasis Hotel, Beginning of Cairo 

Alexandria Desert Road, Cairo. 

Tel: +20 (02) 838 7333 

Situated a short distance from the 

Pyramids, the Oasis Hotel features a 

swimming pool, restaurant and bar. 

Each room is air-conditioned with 

en-suite bathroom, mini-bar, telephone & 

satellite TV. 


(16/10/08-15/3/09) 

Except: 


(24/12/08-4/1/09) 

SPANISH SPREE (WWEH) PRE & POST 

TOUR. MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS 

(WWMD) PRE TOUR ONLY (WWDM) 

POST TOUR ONLY 

Hotel Florida Norte, Paseo de la 

Florida, 5 28008 Madrid. 

Tel: +34 (91) 542 8300 

Centrally located and opposite the 

Estacion del Norte train station. Good 4 

star hotel complete with air-conditioning, 

TV, telephone and safe in each room. 


Rome 

MEDITERRANEAN HIGHLIGHTS 

(WWDM) PRE TOUR ONLY (WWMD) 


Roma Park Hotel, Via Della 

Caffarelletta 112/114, 00179 Roma. 

Tel: +39 (06) 7835 9552 

Good 4 star hotel located on the outskirts 

of the centre of Rome. Rooms are 

equipped with air-conditioning, satellite 

TV, telephone & mini-bar. 


SIMPLY ITALY (WWSY) AND 

ITALIAN ESPRESSO (WWHI) PRE & 


Hotel Giglio dell Opera, Via Principe 

Amedeo, 14, 00185 Roma. 

Tel: +39 (06) 484401 

A centrally located hotel. All rooms 

feature air conditioning, satelite TV 

and mini bar. 


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EUROPEAN MAGIC 

9 Days from A$1385 


8 nights in superior tourist class hotels - see page 12. 

Accommodation based on your choice of twin or triple-share with 

private facilities. 

8 Continental breakfasts (B) and 5 three-course dinners (D) 

- as per itinerary. 

Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges. 

Experienced, professional Tour Manager and Driver. 

Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats. 

Ferry transport as per itinerary. 

Sightseeing as per Included Highlights below. 

Traditional Meal 

- Munich 

Included Highlights 

All these highlights along with city sightseeing are 

included in your tour price! 

Amsterdam: 

See the canals, gable 

houses and city by night 

Rhine Valley: 

Scenic drive along the 

Rhine River 

See the Lorelei Rock 

Munich: 

See the Glockenspiel & 

Marienplatz 

Visit a beerhall 

VISIT 7 COUNTRIES 

Belgium (in transit), Netherlands, 

Germany, Austria (in transit), Italy, 

Switzerland, France 

“ 

Karen Lake 

Contiki Tour Manager 

Brenner Pass: 

Scenic drive past vineyards, 

orchards & castles 

Venice: 

Private motorboat to the 

historic islands 

See the Bridge of Sighs, the 

Doges' Palace & St. Mark's 

Square 

Murano glass-blowing & 

“ 

“The spectacular colours 

of the stained glass in 

St. Chapelle in Paris on 

a sunny day makes this my 

favourite building in 

all of Europe.” 

Burano lace-making 

demonstrations 

Lucerne: 

See the Wooden Chapel 

Bridge 

Scenic Alpine drive 

View the Lion Monument 

Burgundy: 

See the Chablis & 

Burgundy vineyards 

Paris: 

Evening Tour of Illuminations 

See the Eiffel Tower, Arc de 

Triomphe, the Louvre, the 

Champs Elysées & Nôtre 

Dame Cathedral 

Visit a French Perfumery

FREE TIME 

Itinerary 

DAY 1: London to Amsterdam. 

Meet your Contiki Crew, see the White 

Cliffs of Dover before travelling 

through Belgium, into the Netherlands 

to Amsterdam. (D) 

DAY 2: Amsterdam to Rhine Valley. 

Free time to visit Anne Frank's house 

or the Van Gogh Museum. Later a 

chance to try some Rhine Riesling 

wine. (B,D) 

DAY 3: Rhine Valley to Munich. 

Learn how beersteins are crafted. To 

Munich, home of the Oktoberfest. (B) 

DAY 4: Munich to Venice. Stunning 

scenic drive across the Brenner 

Pass and into Italy towards beautiful 

Venice. (B,D) 

Wine Tasting - Rhine Valley 

...to explore and do your own thing, as well as 

take part in our ‘Optional Extras’ (at extra cost). 

See page 7 for more details. Here’s a sample: 

Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise 

Rhine Valley: Wine Tasting 

Venice: Gondola Ride Venetian Dinner 

Paris: A famous Parisian Cabaret Show & Dinner 

Group Photo 

Places visited 

1 or more nightstops 


Loire 

Parisian Cabaret Show 

Seine 

DAY 5: Venice. Travel to the central 

islands of Venice for sightseeing and a 

half day free to explore. Time later for 

a gondola ride. (B) 

DAY 6: Venice to Lucerne. Scenic 

drive past Milan and Lake Como to 

Lucerne, in the heart of the Swiss 

Alps. (B,D) 

DAY 7: Lucerne to Paris. Through 

Burgundy, past Dijon's vineyards, to 

Paris. Tonight your first glimpse of this 

beautiful city. (B,D) 

DAY 8: Paris. City sightseeing this 

morning with the afternoon free to 

explore Paris. Tonight maybe join us 

for a cabaret show. (B) 

DAY 9: Paris to London. Travel north 

past World War I battlefields to Calais 

and our ferry crossing to England. (B) 

Refer to 

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LONDON 

DOVER 

CALAIS 

VALLEY OF THE SOMME 

PARIS 

BURGUNDY REGION 

Rhone 

AMSTERDAM 

CODE: WWHH WINTER 08/09 

RUHR VALLEY 

LUCERNE 

Start End A$ Per 

London London Person 

OCT 18 OCT 26 1455 

NOV 1 NOV 9 1419 

NOV 15 NOV 23 1419 

NOV 29 DEC 7 1419 

DEC 6 DEC 14 1419 

DEC 13 DEC 21 1419 

DEC 20 DEC 28 1455 

DEC 27 † JAN 4 1455 

JAN 3 JAN 11 1455 

JAN 17 JAN 25 1455 

JAN 31 FEB 8 1385 

FEB 14 FEB 22 1385 

FEB 28 MAR 8 1385 

For Travel Insurance see page 42. 

Rhine 

SWISS ALPS 

RHINE 

VALLEY 

LAKE COMO 

Po 

Elbe 

Danube 

MUNICH 

BRENNER PASS 

VENICE 



MAR 14 MAR 22 1385 

MAR 21 MAR 29 1385 

WWHH: 

Single room supplement: A$349. 

5% Triple share reduction. 

Start 7.30am & end approx. 6.30pm. 

† Spend New Year’s Eve in Venice. 

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All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in 

your tour price! 

Amsterdam: 

See the canals, gable houses 

and city by night 

Rhine Valley: 

Scenic drive along the Rhine River 

Visit the riverside town St. Goar 

Munich: 

See the Glockenspiel & Marienplatz 


Brenner Pass: 



Venice: 



See the Bridge of Sighs, 

the Doges' Palace & St. 

Mark's Square 

Murano glass-blowing 

demonstration 

Rome: 

See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, 

Pantheon, Piazza Navona, 

Colosseum & Roman Forum 

Vatican City: 

See St. Peter's Basilica 

Florence: 

Walking tour with a local guide 

See the Duomo, Basilica Santa 

Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the 

Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria 

Florentine leather craft 

demonstration 

Lucerne: 

See the Wooden Chapel Bridge 

Burgundy: 

See the Chablis & Burgundy 

vineyards 

Paris: 






Visit a French Perfumery 


Belgium (in transit), Netherlands 

Germany, Austria, Italy, Vatican City, 


“ 

“The best thing about Europe 

is the variety of tastes, every 

place has a special dish. You 

could plan your travels totally 

around food!”“ 

Oliver Wood 


Champs Elysées - Paris

FREE TIME 

...to explore and do your own thing, 

as well as take part in our ‘Optional 

Extras’ (at extra cost). See page 

7 for more details. Here’s a sample: 



Venice: Gondola Ride 

Rome: Guided Imperial Rome Tour 

Florence: Tuscan Hills Feast with entertainment 

Paris: Famous Parisian Cabaret Show & Dinner 








Free time to visit Anne Frank's house or 

the Van Gogh Museum. Later a chance 

to try some Rhine Riesling wine. (B,D) 

DAY 3: Rhine Valley to Munich. 

Learn how beersteins are crafted. To 


DAY 4: Munich to Innsbruck. 

Scenic alpine drive to the capital of 

the Tyrol, Innsbruck. Time to explore 

and shop. (B,D) 

DAY 5: Innsbruck to Venice. Over 

the Brenner Pass into Italy. Travel to 

historical islands of Venice for 

sightseeing and free time to explore. 

Time later for a gondola ride. (B) 

DAY 6: Venice to Rome. Through 

Tuscan Hills Feast - Florence 

Loire 


Seine 

LONDON 

DOVER 

CALAIS 



Umbria to Rome for our sightseeing 

tour. (B,D) 

DAY 7: Rome. Full day free to explore 

Rome. Maybe see St. Peter's Basilica, 

the Spanish Steps or check out the 

shops. (B) 

DAY 8: Rome to Florence. Through 

the Tuscan countryside to Florence for 

our guided walking tour and free time 

to shop or visit one of the famous 

museums. (B) 

DAY 9: Florence to Lucerne. Scenic 


Lucerne, in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) 












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discovery-winter 


PARIS 


Rhone 

AMSTERDAM 

RUHR VALLEY 

LUCERNE 

SWISS ALPS 


CODE: WWHW WINTER 08/09 



OCT 19 OCT 30 1859 

OCT 21 NOV 1 1859 

OCT 28 NOV 8 1859 

NOV 4 NOV 15 1819 

NOV 11 NOV 22 1819 

NOV 18 NOV 29 1819 

NOV 25 DEC 6 1819 

NOV 27 DEC 8 1819 

NOV 30 DEC 11 1819 

DEC 4 DEC 15 1819 

DEC 7 DEC 18 1819 

DEC 9 DEC 20 1819 

DEC 14 DEC 25 1819 

DEC 16 DEC 27 1859 

DEC 18 DEC 29 1859 

DEC 20 DEC 31 1859 

DEC 22 † JAN 2 1859 

DEC 24 †† JAN 4 1859 

DEC 26 ††† JAN 6 1859 

DEC 28 * JAN 8 1859 

DEC 30 ** JAN 10 1859 

JAN 1 JAN 12 1859 

JAN 3 JAN 14 1859 

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†† Spend New Year’s Eve in Florence. 

††† Spend New Year’s Eve in Rome. 

* Spend New Year’s Eve in Innsbruck. 

** Spend New Year’s Eve in Rhine Valley. 


RHINE 

VALLEY 

Rhine 

LAKE COMO 

Po 

FLORENCE 

Elbe 

Danube 

MUNICH 

BRENNER PASS 

APENNINE 

MOUNTAINS 

VATICAN CITY 

VENICE 

INNSBRUCK 

ROME 

Adriatic Sea 

Wooden Chapel Bridge - Lucerne 



JAN 5 JAN 16 1859 

JAN 7 JAN 18 1859 

JAN 9 JAN 20 1859 

JAN 11 JAN 22 1859 

JAN 13 JAN 24 1859 

JAN 18 JAN 29 1859 

JAN 20 JAN 31 1769 

JAN 27 FEB 7 1769 

JAN 29 FEB 9 1769 

FEB 1 FEB 12 1769 

FEB 3 FEB 14 1769 

FEB 10 FEB 21 1769 

FEB 17 FEB 28 1769 

FEB 22 MAR 5 1769 

FEB 24 MAR 7 1769 

MAR 1 MAR 12 1769 

MAR 3 MAR 14 1769 

MAR 10 MAR 21 1769 

MAR 15 MAR 26 1769 

MAR 17 MAR 28 1769 

MAR 19 MAR 30 1769 

MAR 22 APR 2 1769 

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Accommodation based on your choice of twin or triple-share 

with private facilities. 











Amsterdam: 

Visit a cheese farm & clog 

maker's house 

See the city by night 

Rhine Valley: 


Lucerne: 



Liechtenstein: 

Visit Vaduz, the capital 

Innsbruck: 

See the Golden Roof, Royal 

Palace & Olympic Ski Jump 

Brenner Pass: 



Venice: 





Mark's Square 


demonstration 

Rome: 

See Piazza Venezia, Trevi 

Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza 

Navona, Colosseum & 

Roman Forum 

Vatican City: 




Germany, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, 

Austria, Italy, Vatican City, France, Monaco 

“ 

Mount Pilatus, Switzerland - a Contiki special stopover 

Florence: 


See the Duomo, Basilica Santa 

Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the 

Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria 


demonstration 

Pisa: 

See the Leaning Tower 

French Riviera: 


Scenic Drive along the 

Riviera coast 

Visit Monaco & see the 

Royal Palace 

Visit a Monte Carlo casino 

“The best way to experience 

Venice? Travel along the 

Grand Canal, it’s incredible 

and just like a scene from 

a movie”“ 

Kerith Hulme 


Avignon: 

Visit Avignon & see the 

Papal Palace 

Lyon: 

Visit the old town 

Burgundy: 


vineyards 

See Château Fontainebleau 

Paris: 





Dame Cathedral

FREE TIME 






Lucerne: Fondue Lunch 



Florence: Nightclub 

French Riviera: Dinner in Monaco 


Rome walking tour 


DAY 1: London to Amsterdam. Meet 

your Contiki Crew, see the White Cliffs of 

Dover before travelling through Belgium, 

into the Netherlands to Amsterdam. (D) 

DAY 2: Amsterdam. A full day to enjoy 

this vibrant city - maybe visit Anne 

Frank's house or the Van Gogh museum 

and do some shopping. Tonight a chance 

to try local cuisine. (B) 


To Germany to learn how beersteins are 

crafted and maybe try some Rhine 

Riesling wine. (B,D) 

DAY 4: Rhine Valley to Lucerne. 

Picturesque drive in to Switzerland. 

Tonight stay in our special hotel atop 

Mt. Pilatus (weather conditions 

permitting). (B,D) 

DAY 5: Lucerne. A whole day to enjoy 

mountains, lakes and shopping. (B,D) 

DAY 6: Lucerne to Innsbruck. 

Scenic alpine drive to the capital of the 

Tyrol, Innsbruck. Time to explore and 

shop. (B,D) 

DAY 7: Innsbruck to Venice. Over the 

Brenner Pass into Italy. Travel to historical 

islands of Venice for sightseeing and free 

time to explore. Time later for a gondola 

ride. (B) 



DAY 8: Venice to Rome. Through Umbria 

to Rome for our sightseeing tour. (B) 


Rome. Maybe see St. Peter's Basilica, 


shops. (B,D) 

DAY 10: Rome to Florence. Through 

the Tuscan countryside to Florence for our 

guided walking tour and free time to shop 

or visit one of the famous museums. (B) 

DAY 11: Florence to French Riviera. 

Visit Pisa, then past Genoa to the French 

Riviera. (B,D) 

DAY 12: French Riviera. A whole day 

to relax - maybe hit the shops for some 

French fashion or enjoy a leisurely lunch. 

Tonight Monaco and Monte Carlo. (B) 

DAY 13: French Riviera to Lyon. Visit 

a French perfumery and Avignon. Tonight 

explore the gastronomical capital of 

France, Lyon. (B) 

DAY 14: Lyon to Paris. Free time at 

the Château Fontainbleau, then on to 

Paris and an evening tour of the 'City of 

Lights'. (B,D) 



explore Paris. Tonight maybe join us for a 

cabaret show. (B) 





encounter-winter 

LONDON 

DOVER 

CALAIS 


Seine 

Loire 


PARIS 

FONTAINEBLEAU 

Rhone 

RUHR VALLEY 

BURGUNDY REGION SWISS ALPS 

AVIGNON 

EDAM 

LYON 

AMSTERDAM 

LUCERNE 

MONACO 

FRENCH 

RIVIERA 


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OCT 18 NOV 2 2335 

OCT 23 NOV 7 2335 

OCT 25 NOV 9 2335 

NOV 1 NOV 16 2285 

NOV 8 NOV 23 2285 

NOV 15 NOV 30 2285 

NOV 20 DEC 5 2285 

NOV 22 DEC 7 2285 

NOV 27 DEC 12 2285 

NOV 29 DEC 14 2285 

DEC 1 DEC 16 2285 

DEC 4 DEC 19 2285 

DEC 8 DEC 23 2285 

DEC 11 DEC 26 2285 

DEC 15 DEC 30 2335 

DEC 17 † JAN 1 2335 

DEC 19 †† JAN 3 2335 

DEC 21 ††† JAN 5 2335 

DEC 23 * JAN 7 2335 

DEC 27 ** JAN 11 2335 

DEC 29 *** JAN 13 2335 

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Po 

PISA 

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†† Spend New Year’s Eve in Lyon. 

††† Spend New Year’s Eve in French Riviera. 

* Spend New Year’s Eve in Rome. 

** Spend New Year’s Eve in Lucerne. 

*** Spend New Year’s Eve in Rhine Valley. 

†* Spend New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam. 

Elbe 

Danube 

INNSBRUCK 

BRENNER PASS 

FLORENCE 

APENNINE 

MOUNTAINS 

VATICAN CITY 

VENICE 

ROME 

Adriatic Sea 

Danube 

Dinner in Lyon 



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JAN 4 JAN 19 2335 

JAN 6 JAN 21 2335 

JAN 8 JAN 23 2335 

JAN 10 JAN 25 2335 

JAN 15 JAN 30 2335 

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JAN 29 FEB 13 2219 

JAN 31 FEB 15 2219 

FEB 7 FEB 22 2219 

FEB 14 MAR 1 2219 

FEB 21 MAR 8 2219 

FEB 28 MAR 15 2219 

MAR 5 MAR 20 2219 

MAR 7 MAR 22 2219 

MAR 12 MAR 27 2219 

MAR 14 MAR 29 2219 

MAR 19 APR 3 2219 

MAR 21 APR 5 2219 

MAR 26 APR 10 2219 


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19 Days from £1185 















Amsterdam: 

See the city by night 


maker's house 

Berlin: 

See the Tiergarten, 

Alexanderplatz, Russian 

War Memorial, Brandenberg 

Gate, historic Reichstag 

building and the remains of 

the Berlin Wall 

Prague: 

See Hradcany Castle, 

the Cathedral of St. Vitus, 

Charles Bridge and 

Wenceslas Square 

Munich: 

See the Glockenspiel 

& Marienplatz 


Venice: 





Mark's Square 

Murano glass-blowing & 



Rome: 



Navona, Colosseum 

& Roman Forum 

Vatican City: 


Pisa: 


Florence: 


See the Duomo, Basilica 



Germany, Czech Republic, Austria 

(in transit), Italy, Vatican City, 


“ Sam Durey 

Contiki Tour Driver 

Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell 

Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza 

della Signoria 


demonstration 

Lucerne: 



Burgundy: 


vineyards 

Paris: 







Spend some time in London 

before or after your tour 

“I love the special moments people 

experience on tour, like watching 

their reaction seeing the Eiffel 

Tower or Colosseum for 

the first time”“ 

Nôtre Dame - Paris

FREE TIME 






Berlin: Historical Walking Tour 

Prague: River Cruise & Buffet Lunch 





Nightclub - Florence 







DAY 2: Amsterdam. A full day to 

enjoy this vibrant city - maybe visit 

Anne Frank's house or the Van Gogh 

museum and do some shopping. 

Tonight a chance to try local cuisine. (B) 

DAY 3: Amsterdam to Berlin. 

Past Hannover, across the River Elbe 

to Germany's capital Berlin. (B,D) 

DAY 4: Berlin. Sightseeing tour, then 

a free day to visit 'Checkpoint Charlie' 

museum and explore. Maybe join an 

historical walking tour. (B) 

DAY 5: Berlin to Prague. A stop in 

Dresden on the way to the golden city 

of Prague. (B,D) 

DAY 6: Prague. Sightseeing with 

plenty of free time to enjoy this 

medieval city. Maybe join us for lunch 

on a river cruise. (B) 

DAY 7: Prague to Munich. To 


DAY 8: Munich. A full free day to 

discover the sights of Munich. Enjoy 

the shops or visit a museum. (B,D) 

DAY 9: Munich to Venice. Stunning 

scenic drive across the Brenner 

Pass and into Italy towards beautiful 

Venice. (B,D) 


Loire 

Seine 

LONDON 

DOVER 

CALAIS 





DAY 11: Venice to Rome. Through 


tour. (B) 

DAY 12: Rome. Full day free to 

explore Rome. Maybe see St. Peter's 

Basilica, the Spanish Steps or check 

out the shops. (B,D) 

DAY 13: Rome to Florence. 

Through the Tuscan countryside to 

visit Pisa, then on to Florence. (B,D) 

DAY 14: Florence. This morning a 

guided walking tour of the sights of 

Florence. In your free half day explore 

the shops or visit one of the many 

museums. (B) 

DAY 15: Florence to Lucerne. Scenic 


Lucerne, in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) 

DAY 16: Lucerne. A whole day to 

enjoy mountains, lakes and 

shopping. (B) 













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EDAM 


Rhone 

AMSTERDAM 


LUCERNE 

Charles Bridge - Prague 

Rhine 

MUNICH 

Po 

PISA 

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Elbe 

LAKE COMO 

Danube 

FLORENCE 



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NOV 17 DEC 5 2599 

NOV 24 DEC 12 2599 

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DEC 17 †† JAN 4 2649 

DEC 19 ††† JAN 6 2649 

DEC 21 * JAN 8 2649 

DEC 25 ** JAN 12 2649 

DEC 27 *** JAN 14 2649 

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†† Spend New Year’s Eve in Lucerne. 

††† Spend New Year’s Eve in Florence. 


** Spend New Year’s Eve in Munich. 

*** Spend New Year’s Eve in Prague. 

†* Spend New Year’s Eve in Berlin. 

# Spend New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam. 

BERLIN 

DRESDEN 

BRENNER PASS 

VATICAN CITY 

VENICE 

ROME 

PRAGUE 

Adriatic Sea 

Danube 


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MAR 16 APR 3 2519 


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2 nights in Contiki’s special Resort hotel plus 18 nights in 

superior tourist class hotels - see page 12. 






Experienced, professional Tour Manager & Driver. 







Paris: 






Lucerne: 


View the Lion Monument 




Riviera coast 


Royal Palace 


Pisa: 


Florence: 

Walking tour with a local 

guide 


demonstration 





Rome: 

See Piazza Venezia, 

Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, 

Piazza Navona, Colosseum & 

Roman Forum 

Vatican City: 


Venice: 




France, Switzerland, Monaco, Italy, 

Vatican City, Germany, Austria, Czech 

Republic, Netherlands, Belgium (in transit) 

“ 



Mark's Square 


& Burano lace-making 


Brenner Pass: 



Munich: 


Marienplatz 


Mauthausen: 

Visit the concentration camp 

Winter Markets in Munich 

“Nothing beats a night out in 

Prague - with the craziest 

nightlife in Eastern Europe in one 

of the most beautiful 

cities in the world.”“ 

Daniel Mailhiot 


Vienna: 

See Schönbrunn Palace, 

St. Stephen's Cathedral & 

the State Opera House 


historic Ring Road 

Prague: 

See Hradcany Castle, the 

Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles 

Bridge and Wenceslas Square 

Rhine Valley: 


Amsterdam: 




maker's house

FREE TIME 





Paris: 

Famous Parisian Cabaret Show with Dinner 


Monaco Restaurant Evening 

Florence: 

Tuscan Hills Feast 

Nightclub 

Rome: 

Guided Imperial Rome Tour 

Vienna: 

Mozart Classical Concert & Dinner 

Rhine Valley: 

Wine Tasting 

Amsterdam: 

Evening Canal Cruise 


DAY 1: London to Paris. Meet your 

Contiki Crew and see the White Cliffs 

of Dover. Continue past World War I 

battlefields to Paris for your first 

glimpse of this beautiful city. (D) 




for dinner and a cabaret show. (B) 

DAY 3: Paris to Lucerne. Through 

the vineyards of Burgundy, past Dijon 

to Lucerne in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) 

DAY 4: Lucerne. A day to enjoy 


DAY 5: Lucerne to French Riviera. 

Scenic drive past Lake Como and 

Milan to the Mediterranean and the 

French Riviera. Tonight Monaco and 

Monte Carlo. (B) 


to relax – maybe shop for some 

French fashion. (B,D) 

DAY 7: French Riviera to Florence. 

Past Genoa to Pisa and Florence in 

Tuscany. (B,D) 





museums. (B) 

DAY 9: Florence to Rome. Through 


tour. (B) 


explore Rome. Maybe visit St. Peter’s 

Basilica, the Spanish Steps or check 

out the shops. (B,D) 

DAY 11: Rome to Venice. Across 

the Apennine Mountains past Bologna, 

home of spaghetti bolognese, to 

Venice. (B,D) 


islands of Venice for sight-seeing and 

a half day free to explore. Time later 

for a gondola ride. (B) 

DAY 13: Venice to Munich. To 


DAY 14: Munich to Vienna. To the 

capital of Austria. Tonight a chance to 

join us at a classical music recital. (B) 

Loire 

Seine 

LONDON 

DOVER 

CALAIS 


DAY 15: Vienna. Morning sightseeing 

with a half day free to explore, shop or 

visit one of the fantastic museums. (B,D) 

DAY 16: Vienna to Prague. Through 

Bohemia to Prague, the capital of the 

Czech Republic. (B,D) 





DAY 18: Prague to Rhine Valley. 

Through Germany to the Rhine Valley. 

Learn how beersteins are crafted and 

maybe try some local Rhine Reisling 

wine. (B,D) 

DAY 19: Rhine Valley to 

Amsterdam. Cross the border into 

the Netherlands. Tonight Amsterdam 

nightlife. (B,D) 






DAY 21: Amsterdam to London. 

Time to swap addresses as we travel 

through Belgium back to Calais for our 

ferry crossing to England. (B) 

Refer to 

www.contiki.com.au/vista-winter 

Florence 


PARIS 

EDAM 


Rhone 

AMSTERDAM 

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MONACO 

FRENCH 

RIVIERA 



RHINE 

VALLEY 

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†† Spend New Year’s Eve in Prague. 

††† Spend New Year’s Eve in Venice. 


** Spend New Year’s Eve in Florence. 

*** Spend New Year’s Eve in Nice. 

†* Spend New Year’s Eve in Lucerne. 

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2 nights in Contiki’s special Resort hotel, 21 nights in superior 

tourist class hotels - see page 12. 













Paris: 






Lucerne: 


Lyon: 


Barcelona: 

See Gaudi's Art Nouveau 

Cathedral & the 1992 Olympic 

Games complex 

Walk through the Gothic 

Quarter and La Rambla 




Riviera coast 


Royal Palace 


Florence: 







demonstration 

Rome: 




Roman Forum 

Vatican City: 


Venice: 




France, Switzerland, Spain, Monaco, 

Italy, Vatican City, Austria, Germany, 

Czech Republic, Netherlands, 

Belgium (in transit) 

See the Bridge of Sighs, the 

Doges' palace & St. Mark's 

Square 




Vienna: 

See Schönbrunn Palace, 

St. Stephen's Cathedral 

& the State Opera House 



Mauthausen: 

Visit the concentration camp 

Munich: 


Marienplatz 


Eiffel Tower - Paris 

“ 

““There’s nothing like pulling 

over on the side of the road 

for an impromptu snowball fight 

... followed by a warming 

mug of glühwein!” 

Glen Jupp 


Prague: 

See Hradcany Castle, the 

Cathedral of St. Vitus, Charles 

Bridge & Wenceslas Square 

Berlin: 



War Memorial, Brandenberg 

Gate, historic Reichstag 

building and the remains of 

the Berlin Wall 

See the site of ‘Checkpoint 

Charlie’ 

Amsterdam: 




maker's house

FREE TIME 1 

...to explore and do your own thing, as 

well as take part in our ‘Optional 

Extras’ (at extra cost). See page 7 for 

more details. Here’s a sample: 


Barcelona: Flamenco Show & Dinner 




Vienna: Old Vienna Schnaps Museum 

Prague: River Cruise with lunch 



Brandenberg Gate - Berlin 


DAY 1: London to Paris. Meet your 

Contiki Crew, see the White Cliffs of 

Dover. Continue past World War I 

battlefields to Paris. Tonight your first 

glimpse of the 'City of Lights'. (D) 

DAY 2: Paris Sightseeing. 

Sightseeing with time to explore the 

famous landmarks of Paris. (B) 

DAY 3: Paris to Lucerne. Through 

the vineyards of Burgundy, past Dijon 

to Lucerne in the Swiss Alps. (B,D) 

DAY 4: Lucerne. A day to enjoy 


DAY 5: Lucerne to Lyon. Past 

Geneva and Lausanne and on to Lyon, 

France's gastronomic capital. (B) 

DAY 6: Lyon to Barcelona. Through 

Provence to Pont du Gard, then past 

the Pyrenées Mountains to the 

Mediterranean city Barcelona. (B,D) 

DAY 7: Barcelona. Morning sightseeing 

with a half day free to follow in 

Columbus or Picasso's footsteps. 

Maybe Flamenco dancing tonight. (B) 

DAY 8: Barcelona to French 

Riviera. Return to France and pass 

Cannes, home of the film festival to 

the French Riviera. (B,D) 


to relax - maybe hit the shops for 

some French fashion or enjoy a 

leisurely lunch. Tonight Monaco and 

Monte Carlo. (B) 

DAY 10: French Riviera to 

Florence. Past Genoa to Pisa and 

Florence in Tuscany. (B) 

DAY 11: Florence to Rome. A 

walking tour of Florence and time for 

shopping. Then to Rome for our 

sightseeing tour. (B) 

DAY 12: Rome. A full day free to 

explore Rome. Maybe see the Sistine 


Loire 

Seine 

LONDON 

DOVER 

CALAIS 

PYRENEES 

MOUNTAINS 

BARCELONA 

Chapel, climb the Spanish Steps or 

check out the shops. (B,D) 

DAY 13: Rome to Venice. Across 

the Apennine Mountains past Bologna, 

home of spaghetti bolognese, to 

Venice. (B,D) 





DAY 15: Venice to Vienna. Through 

the Dolomite Mountains to Austria's 

city of music Vienna. Tonight a special 

resort hotel. (B) 

DAY 16: Vienna. Morning sightseeing 

with a half day free to explore, shop or 

visit one of the fantastic museums. (B,D) 

DAY 17: Vienna to Munich. To 

Munich, home of the Oktoberfest. (B,D) 

DAY 18: Munich to Prague. 

Through the German countryside to 

the golden city of Prague. (B,D) 





DAY 20: Prague to Berlin. A stop in 

Dresden on the way to Berlin, the 

historic capital of Germany. (B,D) 

DAY 21: Berlin. Sight-seeing tour, 

time to visit the "Checkpoint Charlie" 

museum and shops. (B) 

DAY 22: Berlin to Amsterdam. 

Across the River Elbe and past 

Hannover to Amsterdam and its 

famous nightlife. (B,D) 






DAY 24: Amsterdam to London. 

Time to swap addresses as we travel 

through Belgium back to Calais for our 

ferry crossing to England. (B) 

Refer to 

www.contiki.com.au/wanderer 


PARIS 


LYON 

AMSTERDAM 

Rhone 

FRENCH 

RIVIERA 


LUCERNE 

MONACO 

Schnaps Museum - Vienna 

Rhine 

Po 

PISA 

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Elbe 



Danube 

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MOUNTAINS 

FLORENCE 

WWHL: 




† Spend New Year’s Eve in Amsterdam. 

†† Spend New Year’s Eve in Prague. 

††† Spend New Year’s Eve in Vienna. 


** Spend New Year’s Eve in French Riviera. 

*** Spend New Year’s Eve in Lyon. 

†* Spend New Year’s Eve in Lucerne. 

# Spend New Year’s Eve in Paris. 

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BERLIN 

DRESDEN 

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ROME 

PRAGUE 


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CALAIS 


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THE SOMME 

+ 

PLEASE NOTE 

This map shows route and 

nightstops for all tours 

featured on pages 26-27: 

AMSTERDAM 


TO ROME 

Rhine 


Rhone 

LONDON & PARIS 

You can extend this tour in PARIS and to ROME or AMSTERDAM. 

See page 27 for further information on these extensions. 


VISIT 2 COUNTRIES England, France 


6 nights in superior tourist class hotels – see page 12. 

8 nights for Paris and Amsterdam extensions. 

8 nights & 1 overnight train couchette for Rome extension. 

Accommodation based on twin-share with private facilities. 


- as per itinerary except for the Paris, Rome & Amsterdam 

extensions: 8 Continental breakfasts (B) 


Experienced, professional Tour Manager & Driver on days 1-7. 




All these highlights along with city sightseeing 

are included in your tour price! 

London: 

Walking tour to see Soho, 

Covent Garden & 

Piccadilly Circus in 

London's West End 

Visit Stonehenge and see 

the mystical boulders 

Visit the old Roman 

town, Bath 

Experience a traditional 

English Pub 

Sightseeing tour of 

London 

See Westminster Abbey, 

the Tower of London, the 

House of Parliament, Big 

Ben & the Royal Palace 

1 day tube pass for the 

London Underground 

Entrance to a famous 

West End Musical 

Paris: 

Evening Tour of 

Illuminations 

See the Eiffel Tower, Arc 

de Triomphe, the Louvre, 

the Champs Elysées & 

Nôtre Dame Cathedral 

Po 

Entrance & Guided 

Tour of the Château 

of Versailles 


For Paris Extension: 

2 Day pass on Paris 

metro 

For Rome Extension: 

Transfer to station & 

overnight train to Rome 

Transfer to Rome Hotel 

2 day pass on Rome 

metro 

For Amsterdam 

Extension: 

Transfer to station & train 

to Amsterdam 

Transfer to Amsterdam 

Hotel 

2 day city tram pass 

Eiffel Tower - Paris 


DAY 1: Arrive London. Check-in to 

your hotel after 2pm and the 

remainder of the day is free to relax 

before meeting your fellow travellers 

at 6pm. After dinner take a short walk 

to explore nearby Covent Garden. (D) 

DAY 2: London. Today we journey 

to historic Stonehenge on our way 

to the beautiful spa town of Bath. 

Tonight why not get together at a 

traditional English pub? (B) 

DAY 3: London. This morning we 

take a driving tour of London past 

sights such as Westminster Abbey, 

the Tower of London, the Houses of 

Parliament and Big Ben. Use your 

included tube-pass to visit Madame 

Tussauds, the London Eye or many 

other London attractions. Tonight we 

visit the West End for a musical. (B) 

DAY 4: London to Paris. Leaving 

London, we head for Dover and our 

ferry to France. Enjoy a first view of 

the city's sights on our evening 

illuminations tour. (B,D) 

DAY 5: Paris. A short drive to 

Versailles for a guided tour of this 

amazing palace. Free time to 

discover this spectacular city. This 

FREE 

TIME 

...to explore and do your own 

thing, as well as take part in 

our ‘Optional Extras’ (at extra 

cost). See page 7 for more 

details. Here’s a sample: 

Bath: 

Guided tour of the Roman 

Baths 

Stonehenge: 

Audio guided tour of 

Stonehenge 

Paris: 

Parisian Cabaret Show & 

Dinner 

evening your chance to join us for a 

special treat - dinner and show at 

the world famous Moulin Rouge 

cabaret. (B) 

DAY 6: Paris. What better way to 

immerse yourself in Parisian chic 

than with a visit to a French perfume 

house? This afternoon and evening 

are yours to explore the city and 

perhaps dine out in style. (B) 

DAY 7: Paris. Time to swap 

addresses and say au-revoir as your 

tour ends after breakfast. (B) 

Refer to 

www.contiki.com.au/london-paris 

Parliament Square 

- London 

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† 


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Spend New Year’s Eve in Paris. 

†† Spend New Year’s Eve in London. 

For Travel Insurance see page 42.


PLUS 2 DAYS PARIS 


Refer to page 26 for All this Included 

and Included Highlights. 


For Days 1-6 please see London & 

Paris 7 day itinerary on page 26. 

DAYS 7-8: Paris. Enjoy two more days in 

Paris to shop, enjoy good food and visit 

museums. Alternatively take a day trip to 

one of the nearby attractions - Disneyland, 

the Champagne region, or the Monet 

gardens in Giverny. (B)(B) 

DAY 9: Depart Paris. Time to swap 

addresses and say au-revoir as your tour 

10 Days from 

A$1529 


England, France, 

Switzerland (in transit), Italy 






ends after breakfast. (B) 

Please note: The Paris extension portion of 

this tour is unescorted. 

Refer to 

www.contiki.com.au/london-paris-plus 


PLUS AMSTERDAM 

9 Days from 

A$1389 


England, France, Belgium 

(in transit), Netherlands 







PLUS ROME 

Trafalgar Square 

- London 

DAYS 7-8: Paris to Amsterdam. 

Train to Amsterdam. Check-in to your 

hotel. There will be plenty of time to 

explore Amsterdam - visit sights such 

as the Van Gogh museum or Anne 

Frank’s house and enjoy the great 

nightlife. (B)(B) 

DAY 9: Depart Amsterdam. 

Time to swap addresses and say goodbye 

as your tour ends after breakfast. (B) 

Please note: You’ll travel independently by 

train and will be met by a Contiki 

Representative in Amsterdam and transferred 

to your hotel. Your stay in Amsterdam is 

unescorted. 

Refer to 

www.contiki.com.au/london-amsterdam 

DAY 7: Paris to Rome. Further free 

time in Paris. In the afternoon board your 

overnight train to Rome. (NB: Train cabins 

are single sex, therefore those travelling 

as couples may be separated). (B) 

DAYS 8-9: Rome. Transfer to hotel to 

check-in. Enjoy two days exploring & visit 

sights such as the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, 

Piazza Navona, Colosseum, Spanish Steps 

or St. Peter’s Basilica. (B) 

DAY 10: Depart Rome. Time to swap 

addresses and say ‘Arrivederci’ as your tour 


Please Note: You’ll travel independently by train 

and will be met by a Contiki Representative in 

Rome and transferred to your hotel. Your stay in 

Rome is unescorted. 

Refer to 

www.contiki.com.au/london-rome 

Paris metro Sacre Coeur - Paris 

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- Paris 

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise 

Colosseum - Rome Trevi Fountain 

- Rome 

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DRESDEN 

PRAGUE 

KUTNA HORA 

VIENNA 

BRATISLAVA 

Danube 

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BERLIN 

TO 

Po 

BUDAPEST 

For shorter versions of this itinerary see page 29 



Germany, Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary 



8 nights for Berlin & Prague plus Vienna. 6 nights for Berlin & 

Prague. 4 nights for Vienna & Budapest. 


Berlin to Budapest: 10 Continental breakfasts (B) and 4 threecourse 

dinners (D) - as per itinerary. Vienna & Budapest: 4 

Continental breakfasts (B) and 2 three-course dinners (D). 

Berlin & Prague: 6 Continental breakfasts (B) and 2 threecourse 

dinners (D). Berlin & Prague plus Vienna: 8 Continental 

breakfasts (B) and 3 three-course dinners (D) 


Experienced, professional Tour Manager & Driver. 






Berlin: 



War Memorial, 

Brandenburg Gate, 

historic Reichstag 

building and the remains 

of the Berlin Wall 

Dresden: 

Visit the city destroyed in 

World War 2 & known as 

the ‘Florence of the north’ 

See the rebuilt baroque 

architecture of the Royal 

Residence, Zwinger 

Fortress, Opera House 

and Frauenkirche 

Prague: 

Walking tour with a 

local guide 

See Hradcany Castle, 

Cathedral of St. Vitus, 

Charles Bridge and 

Wenceslas Square. 


square and see the 

astronomical clock 

Kutná Hora: 

Visit this World 

Heritage town 

PLEASE NOTE 

This map shows route and 

nightstops for all tours 

featured on pages 28-29: 

Vienna: 



See the Hapsburg 

Palaces, St. Stephen's 

Cathedral and State 

Opera House. 

Bratislava: 

Visit the historic old town. 

See St. Martins 

Cathedral, Michael Gate 

and Baroque Tower 

Budapest: 

Sightseeing of Buda 

and Pest 

See the Castle District, 

Royal Palace, Church 

of St. Matthias, 

Chain Bridge and 

Fisherman's Bastion 

FREE TIME 

...to explore and do your own thing, as well as take part in 

our ‘Optional Extras’ (at extra cost). See page 7 for more 

details. Here’s a sample: 


Prague: Lunch River Cruise 

Vienna: Mozart & Strauss Classical Concert 

Budapest: Evening River Cruise & Buffet 


DAY 1: Arrive Berlin. Check-in 

to your hotel after 2pm. Meet 

your Tour Manager and fellow 

travellers at 6pm for dinner. (D) 

DAYS 2-3: Berlin. After our 

morning sightseeing tour enjoy 

two days exploring this amazing 

city. Visit the Checkpoint Charlie 

museum, shop on the Unter der 

Linden and experience where 

East meets West. (B)(B) 

DAY 4: Berlin to Prague. We 

visit Dresden en-route to the Czech 

Republic for 3 nights in Prague, the 

golden city built on seven hills 

across the River Vltava. (B,D) 

DAYS 5-6: Prague. Morning 

sightseeing, then there’s free time 

to stroll the cobblestoned streets 

of the Old Town, discover the 

Jewish quarter and revel in the 

local nightlife. (B)(B) 

DAY 7: Prague to Vienna. Visit 

Kutná Hora before journeying 

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south to Vienna, the majestic 

capital of Austria. Tonight after 

sightseeing why not check out 

some of the local clubs. (B,D) 

DAY 8: Vienna. A day to see the 

sights, snack on apple strudel 

and sip on coffee. Tonight maybe 

enjoy a concert. (B) 

DAY 9: Vienna to Budapest. 

Three capital cities today! 

From Vienna to Slovakia's capital 

Bratislava with time to explore. 

Then to beautiful Budapest 

to discover this Hungarian 

gem. (B,D) 

DAY 10: Budapest. Morning 

sightseeing then there’s time to 

visit some of the museums, shop 

and take a spa. Why not join us 

this evening for a farewell river 

cruise with buffet dinner? (B) 

DAY 11: Depart Budapest. 

Time to say goodbye to your 

new-found friends as your tour 



berlin-budapest 

Drinking gluwein at the markets 


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BERLIN & PRAGUE 

PLUS VIENNA 

9 Days from 

A$1285 


Germany, Czech Republic, 

Austria 




For Days 1-8 please see Days 1-8 

Berlin to Budapest 11 day itinerary 

on page 28. 

DAY 9: Depart Vienna. Time to say 

BERLIN 

& PRAGUE 

7 Days from 

A$1015 


Germany, Czech Republic 






on page 28. 

DAY 7: Depart Prague. Time to say 

5 Days from 

A$765 


Austria, Slovakia, Hungary 




DAY 1: Arrive Vienna. Check-in to your 

hotel after 2pm and the afternoon is yours to 

explore. Meet your Tour Manager and fellow 

travellers at 6pm for dinner. This evening join 

goodbye to your new-found friends as your 


Refer to 

www.contiki.com.au/berlin-vienna 

Vienna 

goodbye to your new-found friends as your 


Refer to 

www.contiki.com.au/berlin-prague 

Palace guard 

- Prague 

VIENNA 

& BUDAPEST 

us for a sightseeing tour of the Burg Ring and 

check out some local clubs. (D) 



on page 28. 


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Vienna 

Berlin Wall 

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Parliament Building on the River Danube 

- Budapest 

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LOCH NESS 

BEN NEVIS 

LOCH LOMOND 

GLASGOW 

NORTH 

WALES 

LIVERPOOL 

Irish Sea 

GREAT 

BRITAIN 

London: 

See Buckingham Palace, 

the Tower of London & 

Westminster Abbey 

Windsor: 

See Windsor Castle 

Oxford: 

Visit the University town 

York: 

Walking tour of the city 

Visit York Minster 

Northumberland 

National Park: 

See Hadrian's Wall 

HIGHLANDS 

GRETNA 

GREEN 

EDINBURGH 

CHESTER 





Edinburgh: 

See Edinburgh Castle, 

Holyrood Palace and 

the Royal Mile 

Scottish Highlands: 

Scenic drives including 

the Whisky Trail and 

Royal Deeside 

Visit Loch Ness and 

Loch Lomond 

(winter departures may 

take a different route 

depending on weather) 

North Sea 

HADRIAN’S WALL 

NORTHUMBERLAND 

NATIONAL PARK 

WINDSOR 


7 nights in superior tourist class hotels 

- see pages 12. 

Accommodation based on twin-share 


7 Continental breakfasts (B) and 4 threecourse 

dinners (D) - as per itinerary. 


Experienced, professional Tour Manager 

and Driver. 

Modern air-conditioned coach with 

reclining seats. 


YORK 

OXFORD 

LONDON 


VISIT 3 

COUNTRIES 

England 

Scotland 

Wales 

Visit and tour a 

whisky distillery 

(subject to availability) 

See Ben Nevis, Britain's 

highest mountain 

Gretna Green: 

Entrance to Museum and 

take part in an historic 

wedding ceremony 

Liverpool: 

See the famous sights 

of The Beatles on a 

Magical Mystery Tour 

with our local guide 

Chester: 

Visit the Tudor town 

Wales: 

Scenic drive through 

Snowdonia National Park 

FREE TIME 



See pages 7 for more details. Here’s a sample: 

Oxford: Walking Tour 

York: Evening “Ghost Walk” 

Edinburgh: Scottish Evening with Bagpipes & Haggis 

Scottish Highlands: Loch Lomond Cruise 

Liverpool: Cavern Club & Dinner 


DAY 1: London to Oxford. 

Driving tour of London sights 

before free time to explore 

Windsor and Oxford. (D) 

DAY 2: Oxford to York. 

Through the Peak District and free 

time to enjoy York. (B,D) 

DAY 3: York to Edinburgh. Stop 

at Hadrian's Wall then a scenic 

drive to Edinburgh, Scotland. (B) 

DAY 4: Edinburgh. Sightseeing 

with an afternoon free to enjoy 

this wonderful city. (B,D) 

York Cathedral 

CODE: WWBR WINTER 08/09 



OCT 16 OCT 23 1285 

DEC 11 DEC 18 1265 

DEC 18 DEC 25 1285 

DEC 28 † JAN 4 1285 

JAN 1 JAN 8 1285 

JAN 8 JAN 15 1285 

FEB 5 FEB 12 1219 

MAR 5 MAR 12 1219 

DAY 5: Edinburgh to Scottish 

Highlands. Towards the Grampian 

Mountains, along the Whisky Trail 

to the Highlands. (B,D) 

DAY 6: Highlands to Glasgow. 

Visit Loch Ness, Mount Ben Nevis 

and Loch Lomond on the way to 

Glasgow. (B) 

DAY 7: Glasgow to Liverpool. 

To the border town of Gretna 

Green, then past the Lake District 

to Liverpool for a Beatles Tour. (B) 

DAY 8: Liverpool to London. A 

stop in Chester, then through 

Wales and back to London. (B) 


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PISA 

CORSICA 

SARDINIA 

FLORENCE 

VATICAN CITY 

VENICE 

APENNINE 

MOUNTAINS 

ROME 

ITALIAN 

ESPRESSO 




Adriatic Sea 


7 nights in superior tourist class hotels – 

see pages 12. 

Accommodation based on your choice of 

twin or triple-share with private facilities. 

7 Continental breakfasts (B) and 4 threecourse 



Experienced, professional Tour Manager 

and Driver. 

Modern air-conditioned coach with 

reclining seats. 


Danube 




Florence skyline 

VISIT 2 

COUNTRIES 

Italy, 

Vatican City 

Rome: 

Evening walking tour 




Roman Forum 

Vatican City: 


Venice: 





Mark's Square 




Florence: 


guide 


Santa Croce, Giotto's 

Bell Tower, the Baptistry 

& Piazza della Signoria 


demonstration 

Pantheon - Rome 

FREE TIME 

...to explore and do your own thing, as well as take part in our 

‘Optional Extras’ (at extra cost). See pages 7 for more details. 

Here’s a sample: 



Florence: Tuscan Hills Feast with Entertainment 


DAY 1: Arrive Rome. Check-in 

to your hotel. This evening meet 


travellers. (D) 

DAY 2: Rome to Venice. Over 

the Apennine Mountains past 

Bologna, home of spaghetti 

bolognese, to Venice. (B,D) 

DAY 3: Venice. Motorboat to the 

central islands of Venice for sightseeing 

and a half day free to 

explore. Time later for a gondola 

ride. (B) 

DAY 4: Venice to Florence. 

Scenic drive to Pisa & Florence in 

Tuscany. (B,D) 


guided walking tour of the sights 

CODE: WWHI WINTER 08/09 


Rome Rome Person 

OCT 25 NOV 1 1215 

NOV 15 NOV 22 1179 

NOV 29 DEC 6 1179 

DEC 13 DEC 20 1179 

DEC 20 DEC 27 1215 

DEC 27 † JAN 3 1215 

DEC 30 †† JAN 6 1215 

JAN 3 JAN 10 1215 

JAN 10 JAN 17 1215 

JAN 24 JAN 31 1145 

FEB 14 FEB 21 1145 

FEB 28 MAR 7 1145 

MAR 7 MAR 14 1145 

MAR 21 MAR 28 1145 

of Florence. In your free half day 

explore the shops or visit one of 

the many museums. (B) 

DAY 6: Florence to Rome. 

Through Umbria to Rome for our 

sightseeing tour. (B,D) 


explore Rome. Maybe see St. 

Peter's Basilica, the Spanish 

Steps or check out the shops. (B) 

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DAY 8: Depart Rome. Final 

farewells to your new-found 

friends as your tour ends after 

breakfast. (B) 

Please note: For your convenience, 

days 1 and 8 have been structured 

to allow you to start and finish the 

tour without requiring extra nights of 

accommodation. 


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SIMPLY ITALY 






11 Continental breakfasts (B) and 6 three-course dinners (D) - 

as per itinerary. 








Naples: 

See the Bay of Naples 

Sorrento: 

Scenic coastal drive 

Capri: 

Visit the Isle of Capri 

Chianti region: 

Local wine tasting 

Florence: 


guide 



Tower, the Baptistry and 

Piazza della Signoria 


demonstration 

Pisa: 


Cinque Terre: 

Visit Monterosso, 

Riomaggiore, Portovenere 

and La Spezia 

Train along the scenic coast 

Milan: 

See the Duomo, the Galleria 

Vittorio Emanuele II and 

La Scala Opera House 

Lake Garda: 

Visit Sirmione 


Italy, Vatican City 

“ 

Natalie Moran 


Verona: 

See Juliet's Balcony and 

the Roman Arena 

Venice: 




the Doges' Palace and St. 

Mark's Square 

Murano glass-blowing and 



Rome: 


“Via del Corso in Rome 

is Europe’s best shopping 

street. Pick up fashion 

that no one back home 

will have yet!”“ 


Navona, Colosseum and 

Roman Forum 

Vatican City: 


Florence

FREE TIME 




Rome: 

Guided Imperial Rome Tour 

Pompeii: 

Entrance & Guided Tour of the Ancient City 

Florence: 

Tuscan Hills Feast with Entertainment 

Venice: 

Gondola Ride 



DAY 1: Arrive Rome. Check-in to 

your hotel after 2pm. This evening 

meet your Tour Manager and fellow 

travellers for dinner. (D) 

DAY 2: Rome to Sorrento. Past 

Naples and Mt. Vesuvius to Pompeii 

and Sorrento. (B) 

DAY 3: Capri Excursion. Visit the 

Isle of Capri to enjoy the scenery, view 

the Marina Piccola and explore the 

shops. (B,D) 

DAY 4: Sorrento to Florence. Past 

Tivoli, home of the Pope's Villa D'Este, 

to Tuscany's Chianti region and 

Florence. (B,D) 





museums. (B) 

DAY 6: Florence to La Spezia. 

Free time in Pisa and the spectacular 

towns of the Cinque Terre region. (B,D) 

DAY 7: La Spezia to Milan. Through the 

Apennine Mountains to Milan, in the heart 

National Monument of Victor Emmanuel II - Rome 

e 

of the Po River Valley. A free afternoon to 

shop for Italian fashion or relax in a cafe 

overlooking the Duomo. (B,D) 

DAY 8: Milan to Venice. Free time at 

Sirmione on Lake Garda in Italy's lake 

district. Then to Verona, home of Romeo 

and Juliet, before arriving in Venice. (B) 




a Gondola ride. (B) 

DAY 10: Venice to Rome. A stop in 

Bologna, home of spaghetti 

bolognese, en-route to the Eternal 

City, Rome. (B,D) 


explore Rome. See the Sistine Chapel, 


shops. (B) 

DAY 12: Depart Rome. Final 

farewells to your new found friends as 

your tour ends after breakfast. (B) 




tour without requiring extra nights 

of accommodation. 


simply-italy-winter 

MILAN 

LA SPEZIA 

Po 

LAKE 

GARDA 

CINQUE 

TERRE PISA 

CORSICA 

SARDINIA 

VERONA 

FLORENCE 

VATICAN CITY 

Enjoy Europe’s amazing art 

CODE: WWSY WINTER 08/09 

VENICE 

BOLOGNA 

APENNINE 

MOUNTAINS 



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NOV 9 NOV 20 1795 

NOV 23 DEC 4 1795 

DEC 7 DEC 18 1795 

DEC 21 † JAN 1 1829 

DEC 28 †† JAN 8 1829 

JAN 2 JAN 13 1829 

JAN 4 JAN 15 1829 

JAN 18 JAN 29 1829 

FEB 8 FEB 19 1795 

MAR 1 MAR 12 1795 

MAR 8 MAR 19 1795 


ISLE OF 

CAPRI 

ROME 

POMPEII 



Adriatic Sea 

SORRENTO 



MAR 15 MAR 26 1795 

WWSY: 




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MEDITERRANEAN 

HIGHLIGHTS 

Travel from MADRID TO ROME or ROME TO MADRID; this itinerary operates in both directions. 






12 Continental breakfasts (B) and 6 three-course 









Madrid: 

Tour of the Royal Palace 

with a local guide 

(Tour of the Royal Palace 

may be substitutued with a 

tour of the Prado if the 

Palace is closed for an 

official state function) 

Zaragoza: 

See the monumental Cathedral 

Barcelona: 


Cathedral & the 1992 

Olympic Games complex 


Quarter & La Rambla 

Avignon: 

See the Papal Palace 

Aix-en-Provence: 

See the Cours Mirabelle 




Riviera coast 


Royal Palace 


Cinque Terre: 

Visit Monterosso and 

Portovenere 

Train along the scenic coast 

Pisa: 


Florence: 



Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, 

Vatican City 

“ 

Michael Kennett 




Tower, the Baptistry & 

Piazza della Signoria 


demonstration 

San Gimignano: 

Visit the medieval town 

Rome: 




Roman Forum 

Vatican City: 


Monte Carlo Casino 


“The perfect European 

morning is sitting in a café 

having a cappuccino and 

watching the 

world go by!”“



Start Madrid 


MADRID 

DAY 1: Arrive Madrid. Check-in to 

your hotel. This evening meet your Tour 

Manager and fellow passengers. (D) 

DAY 2: Madrid. Sightseeing with a 

guided tour of the Royal Palace then a 

half day free to explore this capital city. (B) 

DAY 3: Madrid to Barcelona. Across 

the plains of La Mancha, to Zaragoza 

then on to the Mediterranean Sea and 

Barcelona. (B,D) 

DAY 4: Barcelona. Morning 

sightseeing tour. Free time to follow in 

the footsteps of Columbus or Picasso. 

Chance to experience Flamenco 

dancing tonight. (B) 

DAY 5: Barcelona to Avignon. Past 

the Pyrénées Mountains in to France. 

Start Rome 


DAY 1: Arrive Rome. Check-in to 

your hotel. This evening meet your Tour 

Manager and fellow passengers. Enjoy 

an evening sightseeing tour. 


Rome. Maybe see the treasures of the 

Vatican City, the Spanish Steps or 

check out the shops. (B) 

DAY 3: Rome to Florence. 

Through Umbria to Tuscany's San 

Gimignano with free time to explore this 

medieval town, before continuing on to 

Florence. (B,D) 





museums. (B) 

DAY 5: Florence to La Spezia. Visit 

Pisa to see the Leaning Tower, then on 

to the beautiful villages of the Cinque 

Terre. (B,D) 

ZARAGOZA 

PYRÉNÉES 

MOUNTAINS 

AVIGNON 

BARCELONA 

Past vineyards to Provence's City of 

the Popes, Avignon. (B,D) 

DAY 6: Avignon to French Riviera. 

This morning we travel to Aix-En- 

Provence, home of Paul Cezanne. Then 

past Cannes, home to the film festival, 

en route to the French Riviera. Tonight 

Monaco and Monte Carlo. (B) 


to relax – maybe shop for some French 

fashion. (B,D) 

DAY 8: French Riviera to Pisa. Past 

Genoa to visit the towns of Cinque 

Terre, then on to Pisa to enjoy the 

nightlife. (B,D) 

DAY 9: Pisa to Florence. Free time 

this morning in Pisa, then through 

Tuscany to Florence. A chance to learn 

about Florentine leathercraft and shop 

for silver and gold. (B,D) 



DAY 6: La Spezia to French Riviera. 

Scenic drive along the Italian coastline, 

past Genoa to the French Riviera. (B,D) 


to relax – maybe shop for some French 

fashion. (B) 

DAY 8: French Riviera to Avignon. 

Past Cannes, home to the film festival. 

Free time in Aix-en-Provence, home of 

Paul Cezanne, and Avignon, City of the 

Popes. (B,D) 

DAY 9: Avignon to Barcelona. Past 

the Pyrénées Mountains and vineyards 

to Barcelona. (B,D) 


sightseeing tour. Free time to follow in 

the footsteps of Columbus or Picasso. 

Chance to experience Flamenco 

dancing tonight. (B) 

DAY 11: Barcelona to Madrid. Past 

the cathedral city of Zaragoza and on 

to Madrid. (B,D) 

DAY 12: Madrid. Sightseeing with 

a guided tour of the Royal Palace then 

a half day free to explore this capital 

city. (B) 

Rhone 

AIX-EN 

PROVENCE 

LIGURIA 

MONACO 

FRENCH 

RIVIERA 


Po 

FREE TIME 

CINQUE TERRE 



museums. (B) 

DAY 11: Florence to Rome. To the 

medieval town of San Gimignano with 

free time to explore. Through Umbria to 

Rome for our sightseeing tour. (B) 


explore Rome. Maybe see the treasures 

of the Vatican City, the Spanish Steps 

or check out the shops. (B) 

DAY 13: Depart Rome. Final farewells 

to your new-found friends as your tour 


Please note: This tour stays overnight 

in Pisa. For your convenience, days 1 

and 13 have been structured to allow 

you to start and finish the tour without 

requiring extra nights of 



madrid-rome-winter 

PISA/LA SPEZIA 

FLORENCE 

TUSCANY 

SAN 

GIMIGNANO 

VATICAN CITY 

ROME 

...to explore and do your own thing, as well as take part 

in our ‘Optional Extras’ (at extra cost). See page 7 for 

more details. Here’s a sample: 

Madrid: Guided Tour of the Valley of the Fallen 

Barcelona: Flamenco Show & Dinner 

French Riviera: Monaco Dinner Evening 

Florence: Nightclub Rome: Guided Imperial Rome Tour 

DAY 13: Depart Madrid. Final 

farewells to your new-found friends as 

your tour ends after breakfast. (B) 

Please note: This tour stays overnight 

in La Spezia and visits Pisa. For your 

convenience, days 1 and 13 have been 

structured to allow you to start and 

Clubbing in Europe 

CODE: WWMD WINTER 08/09 


Madrid Rome Person 

NOV 1 NOV 13 1795 

DEC 6 DEC 18 1795 

JAN 10 JAN 22 1835 

MAR 7 MAR 19 1749 

WWMD: 





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rome-madrid-winter 

CODE: WWDM WINTER 08/09 


Rome Madrid Person 

OCT 20 NOV 1 1765 

NOV 24 DEC 6 1765 

DEC 29 † JAN 10 1809 

FEB 23 MAR 7 1719 

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SEVILLE 

GIBRALTAR 

MADRID 

ZARAGOZA 

VALENCIA 

CORDOBA 

GRANADA 

COSTA 

DEL SOL 

TOLEDO 

COSTA 

BLANCA 

SPANISH 

SPREE 

BARCELONA 



VISIT 2 COUNTRIES Spain, Gibraltar 








Experienced, professional Tour Managerand Driver. 







Madrid: 

Tour of the Royal Palace 

with a local guide 

(Tour of the Royal Palace 

may be substitutued with 

a tour of the Prado if the 

Palace is closed for an 

official state function) 

See the Gran Via, the 

Puerta del Sol & Plaza 

de Espana 

Toledo: 

See the Alcazar Fortress 

and Gothic Cathedral 

Cordoba: 

Visit the Mosque of 

the Caliphs 

Seville: 

See the Torre del Oro, the 

Cathedral, Alcazar & 

Plaza de Espana 

Gibraltar: 

Visit the rock that is still 

under the Sovereignty of 

the British 

Costa del Sol: 

Scenic drive past 

Marbella and Malaga 

Granada: 

Guided visit of the 

Alhambra Palace 

Valencia: 

See the medieval 

Cathedral & belltower 



Barcelona: 


Cathedral & the 1992 

Olympic Games complex 


Quarter and La Rambla 

Sagrada Familia 

- Barcelona 

FREE TIME 


‘Optional Extras’ (at extra cost). See page 7 for more details. 


Madrid: 

Castilian Dinner 

Barcelona: 

Flamenco Show & Dinner 


DAY 1: Arrive Madrid. Check-in 

to your hotel. This evening meet 


passengers. (D) 

DAY 2: Madrid. Sightseeing with 

a guided tour of the Royal Palace 

then a half day free to explore this 

capital city. (B) 

DAY 3: Madrid to Cordoba. 

Through the plains of La Mancha 

to Toledo, home to El Greco for 

free time, then to Cordoba in the 

heart of Andalusia. (B,D) 

DAY 4: Cordoba to Seville. 

Sightseeing and free time in 

Cordoba this morning before we 

travel to the capital of Andalusia, 

Seville. (B,D) 

DAY 5: Seville. An opportunity to 

visit the tomb of Christopher 

Columbus and the Giralda. 

Explore the Plaza de Toros and try 

some Tapas. (B) 

DAY 6: Seville to Granada. To 

Gibraltar for free time then along 

the scenic Costa del Sol and 

inland to Granada. (B,D) 

DAY 7: Granada. Sightseeing 

with a half day free to enjoy this 

CODE: WWEH WINTER 08/09 


Madrid Madrid Person 

OCT 15 OCT 26 1779 

NOV 26 DEC 7 1749 

DEC 20 DEC 31 1779 

DEC 30 † JAN 10 1779 

JAN 14 JAN 25 1779 

FEB 11 FEB 22 1695 

MAR 18 MAR 29 1695 


Granada: 

Tour of Albaicin & La Cartuja 

Districts 

typical Spanish town. Maybe stroll 

through the narrow streets 

inhabited by the Moors many 

years ago. (B) 

DAY 8: Granada to Valencia. 

We make our way to the Orange 

Blossom Coast and its capital, 

Valencia. Orientation tour 

including the medieval Cathedral, 

home to the Holy Grail. (B) 

DAY 9: Valencia to Barcelona. 

Coastal drive to Barcelona for a 

city tour including the Sagrada 

Familia and Monjuic. (B,D) 


sightseeing with a half day free to 

follow in Columbus or Picasso's 

footsteps. Tonight explore one of 

Europe's liveliest cities. (B) 

DAY 11: Barcelona to Madrid. 

Past the cathedral city of 

Zaragoza and on to Madrid. (B,D) 

DAY 12: Depart Madrid. Final 

farewells to your new found 

friends as your tour ends after 





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of accommodation. 


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GIZA 

SAKKARA 

Cairo: 

Guided tour of the 

Egyptian Museum 

Shopping at the Khan 

El Khalili bazaar 

Visit the Citadel, Alabaster 

Mosque and Sultan 

Husan Mosque 

The Nile 

ESNA 

Lake Nassar 

CAIRO 

EDFU 

Suez 

Canal 

Gulf of Suez 

LUXOR 

KOM OMBO 

ASWAN 

EGYPT & 

THE NILE 




Giza: 

Guided tour of the Great 

Pyramids and Sphinx 

Aswan: 

View the Unfinished 

Obelisk and High Dam 

Felucca sailing 

See the Botanical Gardens 

Red Sea 


VISIT 1 COUNTRY Egypt 


2 nights in superior tourist class hotels, 3 nights Nile Cruise, 

2 overnight trains in twin-berth sleeper couchette: Cairo to 

Aswan and Luxor to Cairo - see pages 12. 


7 Continental breakfasts (B), 4 lunches (L) and 6 three-course 


Local taxes and service charges. 

Experienced, professional Egyptian Tour Manager & Driver. 

Coach transfers. 


The Nile Cruise 

Cruise the Nile on a superb ship featuring luxury cabins, all with 

private shower, WC, TV and air-conditioning. 

Cruise Amenities 

Swimming pool Sun deck Restaurant Lounge Bars 

Gift shop Disco 

Nile Cruise: 

View Kom Ombo, the 

temple of two gods 

Edfu: 

Visit Temple to Horus 

Esna: 

Visit the Temple of Khnum 

Luxor: 

Guided tour through the 

Valley of the Kings 

See the Colossos 

of Memnon 

Guided visit of the Temple 

of Karnak 

FREE TIME 


‘Optional Extras’ (at extra cost). See page 7 for more details. 


Aswan: 

Temple of Ramses II at 

Abu Simbel 

Abu Simbel 


DAY 1: Arrive Cairo. Meet your 

fellow travellers tonight in the 

hotel at 7pm. 

DAY 2: Cairo to Aswan. Guided 

tour of the Egyptian Museum, then 

to Giza to see the Pyramids. (B,D) 

DAY 3: Nile Cruise - Aswan. 

Sightseeing and free time to 

explore. (B,L,D) 

DAY 4: Nile Cruise - Aswan 

to Edfu. A chance to visit Abu 

Simbel before sailing to Edfu via 

Kom Ombo. (B,L,D) 

DAY 5: Nile Cruise - Edfu to 

Luxor. Sailing and visit to the 

Temple of Edfu. (B,L,D) 

CODE: WTEG WINTER 08/09 


Cairo Cairo Person 

OCT 18 OCT 25 1269 

NOV 15 NOV 22 1199 

DEC 20 DEC 27 1245 

DEC 27 † JAN 3 1245 

JAN 3 JAN 10 1245 

JAN 17 JAN 24 1245 

FEB 7 FEB 14 1199 

FEB 21 FEB 28 1199 

MAR 7 MAR 14 1199 


Giza: 

Pyramid Sound and 

Light Show 

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DAY 6: Luxor to Cairo. We visit 

the Valley of the Kings and 

the Temple of Karnak. Then we 

board our overnight train to 

Cairo. (B,L,D) 

DAY 7: Cairo. Visit the Step 

Pyramid and Citadel before free 

time for bargain hunting in the 

bazaar. (B,D) 

DAY 8: Depart Cairo. Time for 

farewells as your tour ends after 





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Ski Austria 

SKI AUSTRIA 

Hit the slopes in winter with Contiki for an unforgettable experience. You’ll stay in the heart of the Austrian Alps in 

the Tyrolean village of Hopfgarten, surrounded by the perfect mountain backdrop to ensure an incredible adventure. 

A great place for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, you’ll be with 18-35 year olds from all over the globe! 

What’s more, there’ll be plenty of included activities to keep the party going day and night. 

WHY SKI CONTIKI? 

Contiki have been bringing skiers and non-skiers to Hopfgarten for over 20 

years. Many of our clients have become regulars ... and so should you! 

Hopfgarten is part of the ‘Ski Welt’ region offering 250km (155 miles) of runs 

with interconnecting gondola, chair and drag lift systems to get you quickly 

to any area of the mountain. It has one of the largest networks of artificial 

snow-making machinery in Europe – ensuring you the best possible 

snow conditions. 

INCREDIBLE VALUE & FUN 

Take the idyllic resort town of Hopfgarten, combine it with snow and a bunch of 

18-35’s, mix in a range of activities & nightlife and we’ll guarantee great fun from the 

moment you arrive to the minute you leave. 

FOR BEGINNERS, INTERMEDIATES & ADVANCED SKIERS & SNOWBOARDERS 

Beginners will want to take advantage of the gentle nursery slopes. Patient English 

speaking instructors and the latest model skis make the job easy!! 

Intermediates and Advanced will be challenged and enjoy the entire 250km Ski Welt 

region. Why not try your hand at both skis and board by choosing our 3 days 

skiing/3 days boarding package. See opposite for more details and the price panel 

on page 40 for information on package prices. 

FREE TIME ACTIVITIES AND APRES SKI 

There’s an amazing mix of non-ski activities on offer. Why not book a tandem 

paraglide, enjoy a sleigh ride, go ice-skating or venture off to see one of the 3 famous 

Tyrolean towns; Salzburg, Innsbruck or Kitzbuhel. After dark there’s aprés ski “Contikistyle”, 

celebrated in the diverse nightlife of Hopfgarten – outdoor schnaps stands, 

lively bars and late night clubs. See page 40 for more details. 

Hit the slopes - Hopfgarten 

1 & 2 week ski packages including return coach transfers from 

London to Hopfgarten, accommodation & breakfast A$649 

Refer to www.contiki.com.au/ski

SKI FACTS 

Mountain Restaurants: 63 

Lifts: 

Gondola 8 Chair 26 

Drag 44 Beginners 12 

Ski Welt Pass: 

Shown in map 

Ski Welt: 

Beginners runs 63 (blue). 

Total 107km (65 miles) 

Intermediate runs 51 (red). 


Advanced runs 7 (black). 


Total length of pistes: 

250km (155 miles) 

St Johann 

in Tyrol 

Going 

Ellmau 

820m 

Scheffau 

752m 

Ski Runs 

Easy 

Medium 

Difficult 

Ski Lifts 

Gondola 

Astberg 

1267m 

WHERE YOU STAY 

GASTHOF SCHÖNECK 

Söll 

700m 

Hartkaiser 

Neualm 

Kitzbuehler Horn 

Brandstadt 

1650m 

Eiberg 

1673m 

Salvenmoos 

UNIQUE VILLAGE AND ACCOMMODATION 

Located at the foot of the Hohe Salve Mountain, Hopfgarten is everything you’d expect 

a ski resort in the Austrian Tyrol to be - traditional fairy-tale wooden chalets cluster 

around a twin turreted church, snow-laden fir trees nestle beneath the impressive 

Austrian Alps. You’ll enjoy staying in Gasthof Schöneck, our authentic fairytale chalet 

with our friendly experienced Contiki Resort team ready to ensure your stay is a 

memorable one. With our comfortable rooms, popular bar for great aprés ski, internet 

facilities, outdoor sauna and our range of fun winter adventures – you can’t go wrong. 

Prices are based on quad-share with a number of twin rooms including private facilities 

available for a small supplement. If you’re travelling alone, we’ll arrange for you to share 

a room with someone of the same sex for no extra cost. 

FOOD ALPINE STYLE 

We know food is important when you are burning up the slopes by day and the town 

by night. Your breakfast will be an extensive hot continental buffet and for a small 

supplement, you can arrange to have 5 included three course dinners over your 7 night 

stay (or 10 for 14 night holidays). The half-board option must be pre-booked and paid 

for at the same time that you book your holiday. 

Zinsberg 

1674m 

Hohe Salve 

Rigi 

1532m 

Itter 

700m 

Hochbrixen 

HOPFGARTEN 

Kandleralm Alpenrose 

1553m 

Brixen i 

Thale 

Gampen 1956m 

Choralpe 

1820m 

Westendorf 

800m 

Penningberg 

Talkaser 

1760m 

Mittelstation 

1320m 

Talstation 

789m 

SKIING & SNOWBOARDING FOR EVERYONE 

Fleiding 1892m 

Kelchsau 

Hopfgarten 

A great place in winter for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, well-groomed runs combined with the informal and friendly atmosphere of our village makes 

Hopfgarten the perfect Ski destination. The whole ski area is part of the ‘Ski Welt; circuit, offering 250km (155 miles) of piste with interconnecting gondola, 

chair and drag lift systems to get you quickly to any area of the mountain. 

BEGINNERS 

Hopfgarten is a great place to learn to ski and snowboard. Enjoy Beginner Ski 

and/or Snowboard lessons with patient, helpful and friendly English-speaking 

instructors. Take to the gentle nursery slopes (perfect for beginners) on the latest 

model skis, which make gliding down the slopes so much easier. Once you’ve 

got some confidence you can take advantage of the whole Ski Welt ski area, 

where you and your instructor have the choice of all the slopes through the Welt 

area. It’s the ideal way to get any novice skier motoring through the trees from 

‘middle station’ and up on to the more advanced slopes in no time at all. 

INTERMEDIATES AND ADVANCED 

Intermediates and Advanced skiers or snowboarders will want to take full advantage 

of our Ski Welt pass for the whole Ski Welt area, including the 7km (4.3 mile) 

descent to the village. You may also like to go out with an experienced local ski 

guide, in a group or on your own, to really discover the hidden mountain (this can be 

booked while you are in resort). For the experienced skier, this is a great way to 

familiarise yourself with the area. Why not combine 3 days skiing with 3 days 

boarding – it’s easy, just check the price panel on the following page for details. 

SKI AND SNOWBOARD LESSONS 

All classes are conducted in English by well-qualified and experienced 

Instructors. Contiki have arranged a special package of lessons over 3 and 5 

days with 4 hours (skiing) and 2hrs (snowboarding) of instruction per day. 

See price panel on page 40. 

Single or private lessons can be purchased directly through our resort staff. 

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GETTING TO HOPFGARTEN 

BY COACH FROM LONDON 

Your Contiki coach departs from the Royal National Hotel at Bedford Way, 

London WC1 on Fridays at 7pm. It returns to the same spot on Saturdays at 

around 11pm. The coaches are modern and feature heating/air conditioning plus 

full facilities like bathroom, comfortable reclining seats, DVD player and stereo. 

FLY TO MUNICH, SALZBURG OR INNSBRUCK 

There are a choice of airlines servicing these cities, including British Airways 

(ba.com) and Ryanair (ryanair.com), or check www.skyscanner.net for more. You’ll 

need to make your own way from the airport to Hopfgarten, but it’s easy to do. 

Check out www.contiki.com.au/ski for all the details. 

FREE TIME & APRÈS SKI 

After a day on the slopes you’re in for a treat – Contiki offers a wide range of 

fun winter activities that you can book once in Hopfgarten, which are 

organised by the Contiki team in resort. 

SLEIGH RIDE 

A magical journey through the forested Penningberg on a genuine “two-horse open 

sleigh”. There’s even time to relax at a mountain Gasthof to “jingle those bells”. 

TANDEM PARAGLIDING 

For the more adventurous, fly off a mountain, in tandem with you very own qualified 

pilot! An exhilarating experience with unparalleled views. 

ICE SKATING 

Why not try your hand at the traditional winter sport of ice skating on a frozen 

alpine lake? Afterwards, you can enjoy some typical Austrian cuisine in the 

mountain restaurant. 

KITZBUHEL 

Known as the Monte Carlo of the Tyrol, this historic town is home of the famous 

Hahnenkamm Ski Race. The city is also renowned for its gastronomic delights, 

numerous beer cellars, and fabulous après ski. 

DAY TRIPS TO SALZBURG & INNSBRUCK 

For those who want to explore the area a little more, we are able to arrange day 

trips to Innsbruck, home to the Golden Roof, or Salzburg, famous for being the 

birthplace of Mozart, as well as those singing Von Trapps! 

Refer to www.contiki.com.au/ski 

Ice Skating 

SKI AUSTRIA WINTER 08/09 

Accommodation Gasthof Schöneck† 

Quad share 

Travel Option Coach Coach 

Tour Code C7SWD 14SWD 

No. of Nights 7 14 

(6 days ski) (13 days ski) 

Meal Option B&B B&B 

Coach Dep. 

London 

A$ A$ 

December 19 

26 

715 1255 

January 2 

9 

16 

23 

30 

649 1145 

February 6 

13 

20 

649 1145 

27†† 649 N/A 

Twin-share supp. 

7 & 14 days 

45 89 

*Half Board supp. 

5 & 10 ni ghts 

89 175 

Please note: if you wish to make your own 

travel arrangements & not take the coach 

transfer from/to London, you will receive a 

reduction of A$35 each way on the above price. 

Departures in resort over Christmas and New 

Year will have included dinners on nights in 

accordance with seasonal celebrations. 

† Subject to guest numbers, additional 

accommodation within the village may 

be used. 

†† Please note this departure date is for one 

week only. 

Prices are per person and based on 

land only. 

Sleigh Ride 

SKI EXTRAS 

No. of nights 7 14 

(6 days ski) (13 days ski) 

Ski Pass 

Equipment Hire 

319 549 

(skis, boots & poles 

or board & boots) 

85 159 

Ski Lessons 

(5 days for 4hrs/day) 

195 195 

Ski Lessons 


175 175 

Snowboard Lessons 


195 195 

Snowboard Lessons 


Ski & Snowboard 

Lessons (3 days ski 

155 155 

for 4hrs per day & 

3 days snowboard 

for 2hrs per day) 

275 275 

Contiki have negotiated favourable rates 

for your ski extras which can be booked in 

advance through your travel agent or 

Contiki. If you prefer you can book and 

pay for these in resort. Prices may have 

fluctuated due to currency movements 

between the time of this brochure going to 

press and your arrival in resort. 

Please note: The Contiki package 

operates from Saturday to Saturday. The 

dates listed above are the dates that the 

coach departs London. 

Please note: Credit cards are not 

accepted in resort. 

For Travel Insurance see page 42.

Departure Points 

This section provides details on where your winter Contiki tour will depart from and how to get there. 

We’ve included departure times for tours starting in London and details of who our local agents are for tours 

that begin in other destinations. You’ll also find this information on your travel documents. 

LONDON DEPARTURES 

Tours depart from the Royal National 

Hotel, Bedford Way, London WC1 

between 6.45am and 7.30am and 

normally return between 6.00pm and 

8.00pm. For all tours please see your 

day-by-day itinerary and Travellers 

Guide information book, which will be 

sent with your final documents, for 

details of your pre-departure meeting 

and confirmed departure time. 

NB: Accommodation in London on the 

first and the last night of your tour is not 

included, but can be booked prior to 

departure (see page 11). In London you 

must report and check-in with the 

Contiki representative at the Royal 

National Hotel at least thirty minutes 

before your tour departs. 

SKI HOLIDAYS 

Ski holidays by coach depart on Friday 

from the Royal National Hotel 

(see address under ‘London 

Departures’) at 7.00pm and return on 

Saturday at around 11.00pm. 

BERLIN DEPARTURES: 

The Berlin to Budapest, Berlin, 

Prague & Vienna and Berlin & Prague 

tours depart from: Best Western City 

Ost, Frankfurter Allee 57-59, 10247, 

Berlin, Germany. 

Tel: +49 30 7202 2100 

Getting there: All airports in Berlin are 

serviced by public transport. Take a 

train to the city centre and change onto 

the U-Bahn (U5). Get off the train at 

Samariterstrasse station and the hotel is 

a 2 minute walk. 

CAIRO DEPARTURES 

The Egypt and the Nile tour departs 

from: Oasis Hotel, Beginning of 

Cairo/Alexandria Desert Road, Cairo, 

Egypt. Tel: +202 383 2777 

Getting there: If you have provided 

Contiki with your flight details at least 

7 days in advance, our local 

representative will be in the arrivals 

hall holding a Contiki sign. You will 

then be escorted to the complimentary 

transfer coach. Due to different flight 

arrival times, you may need to wait in 

the airport for up to one hour for a 

transfer. Should you miss the 

agent, please make your own way to 

the hotel. 

MADRID DEPARTURES 

The Spanish Spree & Mediterranean 

Highlights (Madrid to Rome) tours 

depart from: Hotel Florida Norte Madrid, 

Paseo de la Florida, 5 28008, Madrid, 

Spain Tel: +34 91 542 8300 

Getting there: From Madrid airport, 

take a taxi directly to the hotel – 

approximately e35. 

ROME DEPARTURES 

The Mediterranean Highlights (Rome 

to Madrid) tour departs from: Roma 

Park Hotel, Via della Caffarelleta 114, 

00179, Rome, Italy. 

Tel: +39 06 7835 9552 

Getting there: Please see Rome 

transfers section below for details of 

transfers that you can pre-book. 

Alternatively, to make your own way, 

from Fiumicino airport catch a train to 

Piramide (cost approximately e7) and 

then catch a taxi to your hotel (cost 

approximately e7). Directly by taxi it will 

cost approximately e40 - 60. 

The Simply Italy and Italian Espresso 

tours depart from: Hotel Giglio 

dell’Opera, Via Principe Amedeo N°14, 

00185, Rome, Italy. 

Tel: +39 06 484401 & 4880219 

Getting there: Please see Rome 

transfers section below for details of 

transfers that you can pre-book. 

Alternatively, to make your own way, 

from Fiumicino Airport, take the 

Leonardo Express train for Termini 

central station (travel time 35 minutes, 

approximately e11). Once at Termini 

station it is a short walk to the hotel. 

Please consult a local map or the hotel 

website for further information. Directly 

by taxi it will cost approximately e60. 

Rome transfers: Transfers from Rome's 

Fiumicino Airport are available only at 

the time of booking. 

One way: A$33, Return: A$66. 

Please speak with Contiki for full 

details. You will be sent a voucher with 

your travel documents to present at the 

counter of Airport Shuttle who are 

located in the Terminal B Arrivals hall of 

Rome Fiumicino Airport. Due to 

different flight arrival times, you may 

need to wait in the airport for the next 

shuttle service. 

VIENNA DEPARTURES 

The Vienna & Budapest tour departs 

from: The Hotel Prinz Eugen, Wiedner 

Gurtel, Vienna 1040. 

Tel: +43 (01) 505 1741. 

Getting there: From Vienna Airport 

the City Air Terminal bus (cost 

approximately e6) will take you to 

the city centre/South Railway Station 

(Südbahnhof) in about 20 minutes. 

The hotel is opposite the station. 

Alternatively a taxi direct from the 

airport to the hotel will cost 

approximately e40-e45. 

IMPORTANT NOTE 

All the above hotels are subject to 

change. Please check your 

documentation for final details. Don’t 

pack your passport in your suitcase. 

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Questions & Answers 

Answers to frequently asked questions and things you should know 

What’s included? 

Coach, train, air transfers, and ferry 

transport as specified. 

Accommodation, breakfast and 

evening meals as detailed on pages 5 

& 12 and under ‘All this included’ on 

tour pages. 

Sightseeing as detailed under 

‘Included Highlights’ on tour pages. 

Unless specified, entrance fees are 

not included. 

Experienced crew as detailed on 

page 5 and on tour pages. 

What’s not included? 

Airfares 

Personal expense money. 

Visas, personal insurance, medical fees. 

Sightseeing, visits and entrance fees 

other than those specified on tour pages. 

Optional excursions and activities such 

as white water rafting, gondola rides etc. 

Lunches (unless specified under “all 

this included”, some dinners and all 

meals on ferry crossings. 

Will I get more 

information? 

Upon receipt of final payment, you’ll 

receive a copy of Contiki’s ‘Travellers 

Guide’ – an information book about your 

holiday. You’ll also receive a 

comprehensive day-by-day itinerary 

including full details and costs of all 

optional excursions available on your tour. 

Your FREE Contiki Document Wallet* will 

be sent to you with your travel 

documents. It’s a safe pla ce for your 

tickets and passports, something you’ll 

want to keep and use again. 

* Contiki reserves the right to substitute an 

alternative travel accessory for the Contiki 

Document Wallet. 

How much money 

do I need? 

We recommend you carry Travellers 

Cheques in small denominations in a 

European currency such as Euro or 

Pounds Sterling. You’ll need to allow 

enough money to cover lunches, some 

dinners, souvenirs, shopping, drinks, 

Do I need Visas? 

optional excursions and activities, 

entrance fees to some attractions and 

evening entertainment. 

Please do not depend solely on a 

credit/debit card for cash. 

Brochure 

authenticity 

We have put a great deal of effort into 

producing this brochure. The 

information given and literature 

produced by Contiki has been 

compiled with care and is published in 

good faith. Sometimes, because of 

circumstances outside our control, we 

have to alter some excursions due to 

seasonal closing or repairs to buildings, 

etc., especially early or late in the 

season. If this happens, alternative 

excursions will be arranged. 

How much luggage 

can I bring? 

On our tours, luggage is restricted to a 

maximum suitcase size of 73cm x 

50cm x 25cm (29" x 20" x 10") and 

maximum weight of 20 kg (44lbs) plus 

one small hand/day bag that can go on 

the coach with you. 

NO EXTERNAL METAL FRAME 

BACKPACKS PLEASE, their bulky 

shape makes coach packing difficult. 

Contiki reserves the right to refuse to 

accept larger suitcases on tour. 

On Ski Holidays you may bring one pair 

of ski boots and skis or a snowboard. 

Any luggage over the restricted size or 

amount can be stored with Contiki in 

London at a nominal charge. Baggage 

is carried at the owner’s risk and 

baggage insurance is strongly 

recommended. 

Do I need 

vaccinations? 

At the time this brochure went to 

press (June 2008), no vaccinations 

were necessary. However, it is wise to 

check up-to-date information with your 

travel agent prior to departure. 

Don’t forget to bring with you any 

medication that you may require 

en route, eg. antihistamines, antibiotics. 

Please read carefully. Depending on your nationality, you may require visas to enter 

certain countries included in your tour. You are fully responsible for obtaining all 

necessary visas prior to the departure of your tour. Contiki are not legally 

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

Consult your travel agent to determine which visas you require and how to obtain them. 

Multiple Entry Visas. Some of our tours enter a country more than once. If you 

require a visa for that country, it must be a Multiple Entry Visa if you are travelling 

on the following tour: 

Tour Name . . .Countries entered twice Important: 

Eur. Magic (p.14-15) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .France 1. Visas can take up to six weeks and 

Eur. Discovery (p.16-17) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .France a fee is normally charged. 

Eur. Encounter (p.18-19) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .France 2. Failure to obtain all necessary visas could 

Eur. Inspiration (p.20-21) . . . . . . . . . . . . .France cause you to miss part of your tour and will 

Eur. Vista (p.22-23) . . . . . .France (3 times), Italy, 

result in you incurring considerable 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Austria, Germany 

expense and inconvenience. 

Winter Wanderer (p.24-25) . . . .France (3 times), 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Austria, Germany 

Berlin to Budapest (p.28) . . . . . . . . . . . . .Austria 

3. It is better to apply for all visas through 

your travel agent before you leave home. 

Your travel agent will contact Contiki for 

full details. 

Spanish Spree (p.36) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Spain 

4. Contiki will provide you with Visa contacts 

Ski Austria by Coach (p.38-40) . . . . . .Germany, from our London base at the Royal 

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .France National Hotel, if necessary. 

N.B. European Magic (p.14-15) - If you require a visa for Austria, you will need a Transit Visa. 

Gold Seal Protection 

Coverage for Cancellation & Return Flight Security: Most tour 

operators are interested in their passengers only after they reach 

their destination. With Contiki, however, you get a great deal even 

before you leave home. 

Pre-paid Cancellation Option A$89 per person: By paying A$89 per person 

Cancellation Option Fee with your deposit, the full amount of 

your deposit and/or payment to Contiki Holidays will be refunded 

should you cancel your tour for any reason prior to departure from 

Australia. This cancellation option covers the Land arrangements made 

by Contiki Holidays only. 

On Your Tour: Should you, or your travel companion, leave at any time during the 

tour for personal sickness reasons or be required to return to Australia due to 

injury, sickness or death, you and your companion will be refunded A$90 per 

person per day for the unused portion of the tour. (Please note that in some cases 

hotels require a one night cancellation fee). A Doctor’s certificate is required. 

The Cancellation Option Fee is not refundable for any reason. 

See below for Return Flight Security. 

Return Flight Security: If you or a member of your direct family in Australia should 

fall sick* while you are on your Contiki tour, we will take care of the additional cost of 

tickets for your earlier or later return home in the same class of air travel on the first 

available flight, provided you hold round-trip airline tickets on Contiki’s recommended 

airline(s) booked through Contiki Holidays (Australia) Pty Ltd from Australia. 

*Medical certificates as proof of all illness claims must be supplied. 

Travel insurance 

You must take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical 

expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before 

you travel. You may not be accepted on a Contiki holiday unless you have 

arranged satisfactory insurance. You also agree to indemnify us against all thirdparty 

claims, actions, damages and remedies against us arising from your 

participation in the holiday. 

For insurance details, please speak to your Travel Agent at the time of making your 

booking. 

Security 

Contiki has been running tours for young people since 1962 and is a member of 

the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA). The members include all the 

major tour operators who are financially bonded for your security and who maintain 

the highest standards. With the guarantees of these organisations, you know your 

holiday & money are secure with Contiki. 

Where will I stay? 

TOURING HOLIDAYS: 

Accommodation is in superior tourist class hotels, special resorts, ships and trains. 

These are described on page 12 and on individual tour pages. On trains in Egypt, 

two people share a two-berth couchette and facilities are shared. Other train 

journeys are as detailed in individual 

itineraries. On overnight ferries, 2/4- berth 

cabins with facilities are provided. Depending 

on the numbers and configuration on your tour, 

availability of singles can sometimes be limited 

in some locations. Due to the environmental 

and historical constraints imposed by local 

authorities, rooms in the Victorian section of 

the Mt Pilatus complex do not have private 

facilities. Any tour staying overnight on Mt 

Pilatus may be accommodated in this section if 

space is limited. On certain occasions, 

alternative hotels to those listed in this 

brochure may be used. Whilst it is the 

Company’s intention to use hotels of a similar 

standard and location, no liability can be 

accepted for any variation of either. 

SKI HOLIDAYS: 

See pages 38-40 for details of 

accommodation in Austria.

Booking Conditions 

Once Contiki accepts your booking by confirmation thereof a contract is made between 

Contiki and you upon the terms and conditions set out below. 

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 only made between you 

and us upon your booking being confirmed and 

accepted by us and our confirmation thereof to either 

you or your travel agent. 

2. PRICE GUARANTEE 

Prices in this brochure are based on costs and 

exchange rates as at 10th April, 2008. Should these 

costs change, it may be necessary to make a surcharge 

on the price of your holiday. Should the total tour price 

increase by more than 10% you will have the right to 

cancel within 7 days of notification without penalty. No 

surcharge in respect of cost or currency fluctuations 

will be made once payment of the deposit for your land 

tour has been received. This guarantee excludes fuel 

surcharges and does not apply to any taxes, charges or 

levies imposed by any government or their agencies. In 

exchange for these guarantees, no refund will be made 

if costs are reduced. 

3. IF WE CANCEL OR CHANGE YOUR HOLIDAY 

3.1 Contiki reserves the right to change or cancel your 

booking in accordance with operating requirements or 

circumstances beyond its control. 

3.2 Should change or cancellation prove necessary we 

will give you reasonable notice thereof, in the 

circumstances, and where available, offer you a 

comparable alternative. 

3.3 If an alternative is not available or acceptable you 

will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by 

you to us or transfer to another Contiki holiday without 

payment of any transfer fee. 

3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure 

(i.e. circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of 

war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports or ports, 

industrial disputes, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear 

disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, 

adverse weather conditions or other similar events 

beyond Contiki’s control) we will give a full refund of 

any monies paid to us less reasonable expenses 

incurred by us in respect of your booking. 

3.5 Contiki is not responsible for the costs of any other 

travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or 

rescheduling of any tour departure. 

4. HOLIDAY DETAILS & CONDITIONS 

4.1 The information in our brochure is correct to the 

best of our knowledge at the time of going to print 

(June 2008) but we cannot guarantee that any item or 

amenity mentioned will be available especially where we 

have no direct control over it. 

4.2 Contiki will do their best, at their discretion, to 

select accommodation, sightseeing tours and 

transportation to give you good value for money. 

4.3 Contiki constantly strives to improve tour itineraries 

and features. If such improvements can be made, or 

unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make 

changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary 

itineraries and to substitute hotels. Contiki is not 

responsible for any other travel arrangements affected 

due to our cancellations. 

5. LIABILITY 

5.1 Your travel agent shall, on the receipt of any 

monies, hold such monies for you until the booking is 

confirmed at which time those monies shall be remitted 

promptly by your travel agent to us. All such monies 

received by us will be deposited as required by law. 

5.2 We will be entitled to keep for our account any 

interest earned on such monies. 

5.3 All monies paid by you to us through your travel 

agent or otherwise, whether in respect of the deposit or 

full payment, may be disbursed by us as and when we 

see fit, in respect of the services to be provided and/or 

fees payable under the tour program. The payment of a 

deposit or any other monies in respect of your tour 

shall be deemed to be an authorisation for 

disbursement thereof as aforesaid. 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 

1. BOOKING YOUR HOLIDAY 

1.1 In order to reserve your holiday, a deposit of 

A$200, per person per tour or resort stay, or the full 

amount payable if booking is made within 45 days of 

departure, must be submitted to Contiki by you in 

respect of that holiday. This payment is in addition to 

any deposit required by your travel agent. The deposit 

is accepted as a first installment of the holiday price by 

Contiki only once the booking has been confirmed in 

writing by Contiki or your travel agent. 

1.2 Your land reservation will be confirmed on receipt of 

a non refundable deposit of A$200 per person per tour 

or resort stay 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 fulfilled. 

2. PAYING THE BALANCE 

2.1 The balance of the holiday must be paid no later 

than 45 days before the scheduled departure date which 

shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation 

issued to you by Contiki. 

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 won't be forwarded 

until full payment has been received by us. The 

documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior 

to your departure from Australia. 

2.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 45 days 

of your tour departure, 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 specified periods. 

3. IF YOU CANCEL 

3.1 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing 

to Contiki. 

3.2 If you cancel more than 45 days before departure, 

your A$200 deposit will not be refunded, nor can it be 

credited to any other booking. 

3.3 Upon cancellation you will be liable to pay a fee to 

cover the estimate of cost 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 

Over 45 days notice: Deposit is forfeited 

45-22 days: 27.5% of tour fare 

21-8 days: 33% of tour fare 

7-1 days: 55% of tour fare 

Day of departure: 100% of tour fare 

Where the percentage cancellation fee is less than the 

tour 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 or resort booking, such as pre 

and post accommodation and transfers, that are 

cancelled within 14 days of the tour departure incur a 

100% cancellation fee. 

3.5 These cancellation fees are in addition to any 

cancellation fees that may be levied by your Travel Agent. 

4. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 

4.1 If after your booking has been confirmed and more 

than 45 days prior to departure, you wish to change to 

an alternate departure date or you wish to change to a 

different Contiki holiday, you may do so subject to 

availability and provided the new holiday date is also in 

this brochure. 

4.2 A fee of A$35 per person will be charged for any 

revision or alteration made to a reservation after the 

booking is confirmed unless the change increases the 

value of the booking. A change of tour date, tour 

itinerary or resort booking within 45 days of departure 

will be treated as a cancellation, and normal 

cancellation fees will apply except when the change is 

to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater 

value in which case a A$35 per person amendment fee 

will be charged. 

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 Recent legislation in various states in Australia has 

highlighted the issue of Age Discrimination. In terms of 

style and content, all of Contiki’s worldwide holidays are 

specifically designed for a particular age group. This fact 

should be recognised when you book one of our holidays. 

5.3 Contiki 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 qualified 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. 

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. 

5.4 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and 

costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion 

of the holiday. 

5.5 There may be times when the Contiki Representative 

has to make a decision in your best interests or the best 

interests of their group. You agree to comply with the 

authority 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. Furthermore, you agree that your fellow 

travellers and any Contiki Representative has the right 

to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to 

their safety, well being or inappropriate behaviour by 

you, whether verbal or physical, will be taken extremely 

seriously and may result in the immediate termination 

of your holiday. In either event, you will be responsible for 

your own repatriation and related costs and have no 

claims against us. 

5.5.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a 

result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your 

accommodation. You are advised to immediately report 

any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel/Contiki 

Village staff and/or a Contiki Tour Manager as soon as it 

is discovered. 

5.6 Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat 

fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service 

providers, agents or co-operating organisations shall be 

liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or 

damages or claims whatsoever arising from any 

accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn 

at the time of the accident or incident. 

5.7 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and 

all visas, permits and certificates required for your 

selected holiday as well as any necessary vaccinations 

and to comply with all applicable laws. 

5.8 You agree that our Contiki Tour Managers or 

Representatives may take photographs and films of you 

while you are on 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 films. 

5.9 Should you have a complaint in respect of the 

holiday, you should inform the Contiki Tour Manager or 

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. 

Any claims made after the 42 day period will not be 

considered by Contiki. If you choose to write to Contiki 

via the Internet, please provide your home address so 

that we are able to reply to you in writing. 

5.10.1 The contract and all matters arising in respect 

hereof shall be subject to Australian 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 

Contiki very strongly recommend that you take out 

comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, 

medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, 

money and public liability before embarking on a 

Contiki holiday. Please check that the insurance covers 

all of the activities that you are going to be participating 

in. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. 

This should be arranged at the time of payment of the 

deposit 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. You also agree to indemnify us 

against all third-party claims, actions, damages and 

remedies which may be brought against us in 

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respect of your participation in the holiday. 

7. ILLNESS OR ABSENTEEISM 

In the event of your withdrawal from a holiday 

after the commencement as a result of illness, 

you must obtain a medical certificate in support 

of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made 

for any absence from the tour. 

8. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE HOLIDAY PRICE 

Airfares to and from your holiday destination, airport 

taxes, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone 

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

to tour managers, representatives, drivers and local 

guides, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, 

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. 

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 officer or 

director of Contiki. 

1.2 Your contract is with us as the tour operating 

company. At any time and at our complete discretion we 

may nominate to you in writing any other company or 

person to have the benefit of some or all of those 

provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, 

as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly 

with that company or person in the first place as well as 

agreeing them with us. We may at our complete 

discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising 

under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you. 

1.3 Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be 

held responsible for any act, omission or event during the 

time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or 

conveyances. We rely on international convention which 

may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or 

agents with respect to any claim of any nature brought by 

you against us as a result of the provision of those 

services. International conventions which apply may 

include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague 

Protocol and Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or 

Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; 

Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva 

Convention for carriage by road and the Paris Convention 

1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all 

benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in 

relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and 

delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and 

payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and 

acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions 

set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in 

writing by an officer of the Company. 

1.4 Contiki is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own 

aircraft, hotels or coaches. All bookings with carriers, 

hoteliers and other service providers are subject to the 

terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed 

by those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. 

Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability 

in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or 

damage to baggage. 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 thirdparties, 

we will give every reasonable assistance in 

helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also 

note that Contiki cannot be held responsible for the 

failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or 

services for disabled 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. VALIDITY 

The programmes advertised in this brochure are valid 

from October 2008 to March 2009. 

3. OPERATING COMPANIES 

The programmes advertised in this brochure are 

operated by Contiki Travel (Europe) Ltd., Picquet 

House, St Peter Port, Guernsey, Channel Islands, with 

the exception of the Great Britain tour described on 

page 30 which are operated by Contiki Travel (UK) Ltd. 

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1. Your travel agent will confirm by phone with the local Contiki office that there's space on the tour you've chosen. 

At the same time, your travel agent can book your hotel accommodation before and/or after your Contiki tour 

(see page 13). 

2. At the time of booking, you must pay to your travel agent a non-refundable deposit of A$200 per person per 

tour which must be sent to Contiki within 7 days. This payment is in addition to any deposit required by your 

travel agent. 

3. Once your deposit has been received, Contiki will send your travel agent confirmation of the details of the 

booking. 

4. You must pay the balance of your holiday fare to Contiki through your travel agent no less than 45 days before 

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

5. We will then send to your travel agent your travel vouchers and detailed information about your holiday. The 

documentation will be sent approximately 21 days prior to your departure from Australia. 

IMPORTANT: By paying the A$200 deposit per person per tour to your travel agent, you acknowledge that you have read 

and understood the Booking Conditions as set out on page 43, which make up the contract between you and Contiki. 

Reservations & Sales 

Contiki Holidays (Australia) PTY LTD 

Travel House, 35 Grafton Street, 

Bondi Junction NSW 2022 

Licence No. 2TA00 1868 

ABN 18 002 525 340 

IATA No. 023 06496 

Administration Phone: 

02 9511 2200 

Group bookings 

If you're planning to organise a group to Europe, America, Australia and New 

Zealand why not take a close look at the wide variety of tours detailed in any of 

our Contiki brochures. It is more than likely that one (or more!) of the itineraries 

will fit in perfectly with your requirements. As long as everyone in your group is 

18-35, any date can be reserved exclusively for your group at special, reduced 

rates - perhaps even a free trip for yourself! 

PEFC/xx-xx-xx 

Travel Agent Reservations: 

Sydney metro phone: (02) 9511 2222 

Other areas phone: 1300 301 835 

Fax: (02) 9511 2210 

Email: reservations@contiki.com.au 

Payment advice: 

paymentadvice@ 

contiki.com.au 

Customer Enquiries: 

Phone: 

1300 CONTIKI 

(1300 266 845) 

www.contiki.com.au 

Please don’t throw this brochure away, we 

encourage you to either pass it on to a friend or 

place it in a paper recycling bin. 

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, USA. 

Contiki ® is a registered trademark of Contiki Tours International Ltd., 

Bermuda. © Copyright 2008. All rights reserved. Printed in Australia. 

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From supplying competitive quotations to helping you plan the best itinerary - right 

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